On October 11, 2012, Philadelphia, BMW, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and Robert Mondavi Winery hosted an exclusive wine tasting reception at The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Friends and family joined special guest Elena Maria Becker, B.S.N., R.N., who was presented with the first annual Children’s Hero Award. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes.

On October 6, 2012, guests of JAM 2012 celebrated a great cause at the historic Warwick Hotel in Center City Philadelphia with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. In addition to open bars, hors d'oeuvres, and plated dinner/dessert, guests purchased chances to win raffle items donated by local vendors, including Table 31, The Public House, Ladder 15, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art. The entertainment for the evening was provided by DJ Benja Styles of Noche and Sumo Lounge in Center City. Photography by Ashlee Espinal.

On October 2, 2012, Philadelphia’s finest joined Philadelphia magazine to celebrate LAGOS’ 35 years of jewelry design. Guests mingled with Steven Lagos, enjoyed cocktails, and marveled at LAGOS’ 35th Anniversary Sapphire and Caviar collections. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes.

On October 3, 2012, The Klein Company celebrated the grand opening of Cherry Hill’s newest residential community, Dwell Luxury Apartments. Dwell features 233 contemporary, one-and two-bedroom residences on a scenic 13-acre site, with upscale amenities and uncommon green attributes. The evening’s festivities featured guided tours of the Dwell clubhouse; fitness center, swimming pool and sculpture garden; and model residences; among other standout spaces. Photography by Todd Rothstein.

On Thursday, September 20, 2012, trendsetters packed The Market & Shops at Comcast Center for the 8th Annual Rittenhouse Row Fall Gathering. Guests enjoyed a fashion show featuring familiar Rittenhouse Row faces, including Philadelphia magazine’s Fashion & Lifestyle Editor Emily Goulet. All models wore looks from the area’s most stylish boutiques and hair and makeup by Sephora. Guests enjoyed food and cocktails from Rittenhouse Row restaurants and talented bartenders, and Peroni Nastro Azzurro. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes.