On January 30, 2009, the Black Tie Tailgate Auto Show Preview Gala was held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Guests enjoyed fine food from Stephen Starr Events and fabulous cars while strolling through the showroom before the show opened to the public. Proceeds from the event supported the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation’s $2 million pledge for construction and maintenance of the Patient Welcome Center in the Pediatric Ambulatory Care Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Photography By Jessica Vermeer Hawkes

On January 24, 2009, the Academy of Music celebrated its 152nd anniversary. Guests enjoyed classical favorites by Maestro Christoph Eschenbach and The Philadelphia Orchestra. Actors Blythe Danner and Fred Willard were in attendance. Proceeds benefited the Academy of Music Restoration Fund and The Philadelphia Orchestra Association. Photography by Jeff Fusco

On Saturday, January 17, 2009, the Lemon Ball honored the life and inspiration of Alex Scott and others who have shown extraordinary commitment in the fight against childhood cancer. Guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions, and raffles provided by Govberg Jewelers. Photography by Phil Kramer Photographers

On January 15, 2009, The Philadelphia Industry Lounge set up at tent at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival to draw attention to our city as a great movie-making town. The Philadelphia Industry Lounge was created with the support of Mayor Nutter and the Greater Philadelphia Film office to market Philadelphia directly to filmmakers and entertainment professionals. Photography by Cashman & Associates

On January 14, 2009, the Constitution Center hosted an evening reception to kick off the opening of America I AM: The African American Imprint exhibition. The 15,000 square foot exhibition highlights the influence of African Americans across the nation and around the world. Tavis Smiley, Cornel West, Carl Lewis, and Harry Belafonte were among the guests. Photography by Ryan Lavine