To celebrate its 160 years of impact on the Greater Philadelphia Area, Elwyn presented “A Philadelphia Story” for the 32nd Friends of Elwyn Ball on May 4, 2012. The gala itinerary included a 500 person dinner with a menu featuring Philadelphia-centric delicacies, a sampling of fine cheeses provided by International Food Distributors, musical entertainment by Chico’s Vibe, and a visit by a well-known Mummer string band. Following the Ball, attendees headed over to the Red and Clover Room for the Elwyn Bounce, a club-like gala after-party organized by Elwyn’s Young Professionals Bounce Committee.

On Thursday, May 3, 2012, 700 of the city’s corporate and hospitality headliners joined Hub entrepreneurs Bill Decker and John New for a grand opening celebration at Two Commerce Square. The evening began with red carpet arrivals. There were many special activities and entertainment options, including live musical performances and comedy sketches, caricatures and tarot card readings, shutterbooths and shoe shines, to signature food stations from Starr Events, plus charitable activities and auctions for CHOP and PhillyPatientRides. Photography by Simon Jon photography and PicturesByTodd.com

On Saturday, April 28, 2012, the Temple University Hospital Auxiliary hosted the 2012 “Acres of Diamonds” Gala at the Westin Philadelphia. This year’s event—chaired by Mr. and Mrs. Albert Giagnacova—honored The Temple Burn Center, the region’s only adult Burn Center at a Level I Trauma Center. The 2012 Diamond Award was presented to Dr. William Hughes, Medical Director of The Temple Burn Center. CBS 3 Medical Specialist Stephanie Stahl served as the emcee. Photography by Daniel Burke Photography

On Friday, April 27, 2012, guests partied for a cause with Donors are Heroes as the Gift of Life Donor Program hosted THE Party at the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia. THE Party, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, supports National Donate Life Month and seeks to raise funds to help maintain public awareness programs, school summits and teaching initiatives designed to educate and dispel the myths surrounding becoming an organ donor and the need for life-saving, life-enhancing transplants. Guests mingled while enjoying cocktails as well as heavy hors d'oeuvres from Philadelphia's premier restaurants including Table 31, Stephen STARR Events, Water Works Restaurant and Lounge, Bistro La Minette and more. Photography by Faith West Photography