On January 21, 2011, Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia hosted the inaugural Shining Star Awards benefiting the March of Dimes. Phillies pitcher Ryan Madson spent time with one of the honorees, Dante Coccia, Jr. in preparation for the inaugural awards dinner, held at the Westin Hotel. Players from the Flyers, Sixers and Eagles will be meeting with their honorees in the coming months. The Shining Star Awards honor Dante and three other children representing the March of Dimes. Those attending the gala dinner met the honorees and bid on sports memorabilia and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes

On January 21, 2011, guests enjoyed the premiere of Rebirth, a documentary directed by Jim Whitaker (8 Mile and American Gangster). The film examines the 10-year period following the 9/11 attacks as it follows five people who were impacted by the tragedy. The film received an incredible review from The Hollywood Reporter and garnered attention worldwide. Co-hosted by DIVE, a Philadelphia based post-production and visual effects company, the party was attended by more than 325 people, from Hollywood heavyweights to Philly locals.

On Friday, January 21, Mitchell & Ness, UBIQ and local style-setters, and celebrity guests grooved to guest DJs Prince Paul and Rich Medina while enjoying Yuengling beverages and Vitamin Water as they danced and socialized in the new shop-in-shop, located in the UBIQ store on Walnut Street. Photography by HughE Dillon

On January 15, 2011, guests attended a gala at the Loews Hotel to Benefit Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, an organization dedicated to fighting childhood cancer one cup at a time. Attendees enjoyed dancing,dessert and open bar. The event celebrated the life and enduring inspiration of Alexandra " Alex" Scott. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes

On January 6, 2011, guests enjoyed a preview of the menu for this year's Black Tie Tailgate, held in conjunction with the Philadelphia Auto Show. The event was catered by Stephen STARR Events and held at Tangerine. This year’s Black Tie Tailgate will be held on Friday January 28, with proceeds benefiting the Center for Autism Research at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia through the Auto Dealer’s CARing for Kids Foundation. Photography by Marc Barag