On Saturday, December 3, 2011, the Free Library of Philadelphia hosted a holiday gala to celebrate the 200th birthday of Charles Dickens. The festive event also honored local benefactor (and Dickens aficionado) Peter A. Benoliel. Photography by Kelly and Massa Photography.

On Wednesday, November 30, 2011, guests gathered in Rittenhouse Square to kick off the holiday season. The Square was transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with a 35-foot Christmas tree, a visit from Santa, a performance by the Mummers, and more. Throughout the evening, guests explored the Infiniti QX and G37 Sedan, the ultimate gifts on anyone's wish list, and entered to win a $250 gift certificate to Le Castagne. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes.

On Wednesday, November 30, 2011, committee members and other executives involved in the Black Tie Tailgate met to taste the Stephen STARR Events menu for the upcoming 2012 gala. The January event will benefit the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Photography by Marc Barag.

On Tuesday, November 29, 2011, the Philadelphia Museum of Art hosted a tree lighting and served tasty treats to introduce the museum's holiday offerings. Ninety spruces were lit during the ceremony, and there was a curator-led tour of "Dutch Treat: A Glimpse of Holland's Golden Age" afterward. Photography by the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

On Tuesday, November 29, 2011, The Philadelphia Business Journal and presenting sponsor Wells Fargo announced the 2011 Women of Distinction winners at the Sheraton Downtown Philadelphia Hotel. The event awarded 24 of the Philadelphia region's most dynamic women in business as a part of the LIVE IT, SEE IT HERE FIRST campaign from the Philadelphia Business Journal. Photography by Zoey Sless-Kitain.