OutFest, Philadelphia's National Coming Out Day block party, was held on Sunday, October 8th. Sponsored by Philly Pride Presents, it's the city's second-biggest annual LGBT annual event and the largest NCOD event in the world.

Project H.O.M.E. held a silent auction and reception on Thursday, October 26th, in the Great Hall of the University of the Arts. Proceeds will benefit the organization's mission to empower adults, children and families to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty.

The ballet opened its 43rd season on Friday, October 14th, with a black-tie reception and performance at the Academy of Music, followed by dinner with members of the Company at the Union League.

Urban Outfitters celebrated the official opening of its new Navy Yard headquarters by hosting a benefit for Chirldren’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia on Saturday, October 28th.

Actor Robert Wuhl was the special guest auctioneer at the Friends of the American Cancer Society's gala on Sunday, October 22nd. Proceeds will benefit the organization's many research, education and advocacy programs.