On Friday, May 15, 2009, Paradise City Arts Festival held its opening night, with the theme of "Shall We Dance." The evening full of dance, music, and theater included performances by Savoy Opera Company, the Pennsylvania Ballet, and Rebecca Davis Dance Company. Proceeds of the event went to the Avenue of the Arts at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Photography by Sharla Feldscher.

On Wednesday, May 13, 2009, the Children’s Crisis Treatment Center hosted a cocktail reception at Union Trust Steakhouse to honor patrons of the 10th Annual Roundup. The evening acknowledged the generous support of the donors and the Roundup Committee’s contribution to the Roundup event, which will be held on Friday, June 5, 2009 to benefit the Children's Crisis Treatment Center.

On Wednesday, May 13, 2009, Positano Coast relaunched its outdoor Sopra Lounge for the summer season. Guests sipped Signature Lemon Drops from the select open bar while enjoying hors d’oeuvres by executive chef Pippo Lamberti.

On Wednesday, May 13, Gerry and Marguerite Lenfest received the 2009 Philadelphia Award at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The prize is conferred each year by the Philadelphia Award Trustees for service to the community of Philadelphia. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes.

On Wednesday, May 13, 2009, hundreds of young professionals who work for businesses located in the City Avenue Special Services District came out for a night of fun. The event was held in the parking lot of 555 City Avenue and featured live music by Love Seed Mama Jump, a fashion show by Saks Fifth Avenue, and rides on Segways. Photography by Mark Garvin