On March 12, 2011, the Philadelphia Museum of Art hosted a fundraiser for the museum’s division of Education. Guests celebrated art, style, and fun as the museum highlighted their latest exhibit, "Roberto Capucci: Art into Fashion." Italian flavor infused performances, dinner, dessert, and dancing. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes

On Friday, March 11, 2011, at the Academy of Music, guests walked down the red carpet with the stars of the Pennsylvania Ballet. They also had the opportunity to bid on one-of-a-kind items like the chance to watch a performance from the wings, or a walk-on role in “George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker.” Cocktails and a silent auction in the Academy’s exquisite ballroom were followed by dinner on stage with the dancers. Photography by Zoey Sless-Kitain

The White Tie Ball, which took place on March 11, 2011, at the Bellevue, is an elegant evening of fine dining, designer cocktails, live entertainment, style and philanthropy. Proceeds benefitted Variety (Children's Charity). Guests enjoyed some of Philadelphia's most beautifully prepared food stations. Discover true grandeur, unrivaled style and the service at iconic Downtown Philadelphia Hotel. The night culminated with performances from special guest performers. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes

On March 5, 2011, guests gathered at the Please Touch Museum to attend the 2011 Red Ball hosted by and in support of the American Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania. The "red-tie" gala included a VIP Luxe Lounge, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres from fine restaurants, dancing to live music, and a silent auction and raffle. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes

On March 5, 2011, Girard College hosted a fundraiser for the schools educational programs. Renée Chenault-Fattah, newscaster from NBC10, was the mistress of ceremonies for the event and President Graves presented the Corinthian award to Willie F. Johnson, local businessman and community leader. Billed as THE Party with a Purpose, the 2011 “Good Friends” Gala was an enormous success. More than 300 alumni and friends of Girard came out to enjoy a festive evening in beautiful Founder’s Hall, including gourmet hors d’oeuvres and dinner, a brief program and dancing. Photographs by Hughe Dillon