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Thursday, May 26, 2011

FRANKLIN SQUARE 3RD ANNUAL GALA IN THE

PARK; Absolute Abstract is Shrinking

Historic Philadelphia, Inc. hosted An Evening in Franklin Square presented by

Parx Casino. (Above the crew from Parx Casino. Carrie Minelli, guest, Bob

Greenwood, Darlene Monzo, Andy Green, Kelly Gerrity and John Martinelli)The

third annual fundraiser event benefited a regional treasure and will build upon the

success that Franklin Square has experienced since opening to the public in July

2006.

The event was held on what was now the very muddy grounds of the park after 5

days of rain. The organizers did a great job at adapting to the in-climate weather by

moving the cocktail party inside a tent and creating a great ambiance using lighting

from the Lights of Liberty, as well as fancy footwear, coat racks, umbrella stands and

providing umbrellas for the brave souls who wanted to venture around the park to see

the sights.

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Without CTO!!

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everything.

Michael Williams, Hill International, Scott Stevenson, American Revolution Museum,

ZeeAnn Mason Senior Vice President for Marketing and Development for the

American Revolution Museum, Kim Carty, Tom Sperring, President Hill International,

Peggy Duckett, Boardd Member of the American Revolution, Mike Lusiani, Hill

Winner of the Governors' Cup which was played on the miniature golf course

between rain drops,

Oh My Godard Gallery

Atlantic City, NJ Meet

artists J&K Keifer

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Jaclyn Bharucha (holding trophy), with Brian Monahan, Susan Panagos and Mike

Chapman.

James McManaman & David White. Co-owners/Absolute Abstract and Joan Rivera.

Absolute Abstract is downsizing. They currently have 3 store fronts on 13th Street

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Maryann Gettis and Jocelyn Brown are standing on bricks that have been

purchased in honor of loved ones and engraved.

Build a legacy in the community by donating a Franklin for the Fountain engraved

brick, “naming” a bench, or contributing a picnic table or other element to the historic

park. Click here Donate to Franklin Square.

Caryn Kunkle, Jordan Griska and Samantha Marzullo. You may not be familiar

with Jordan Griska currently, but come next year you will be very aware of this

talented artist as works.



Amy Needles and her team really had to think quick on their toes to deal with the

muddy ground and downpours throughout the evening.

One of the nicest touches was the flip flops that were bought for the women to wear

instead of their heels that would sink into the "rug" covering the wet ground.

Mayor Nutter waves hi to the crowd.



Chris Mullins and Bill Gehrman right before they left the country for Russia.

This lady takes advantage of the flip flops purchased at the last minutes to make it

easier for the ladies with the heals to navigate the under the rug and dance floor

muddy ground.

AJ Williams, GM Omni Hotel and Jami Gordon, PR



Alan Greenberger, Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development and

Commerce Director and Greta Greenberger, City Hall Tour Director. My tour

training is coming along well and I should be on my own by the end of this month, er

June. I think I will be giving the Wednesday City Hall Tour at 12:30PM.

Did you know that Historic Philadelphia is responsible for the ONCE UPON A

NATION STORYTELLING BENCHES that are located throughout the Historic

District? The Holiday Inn GM JoAnn Bongart and Bill Gehrman get down tonight.

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily: Hear fascinating tales from our nation’s past at these

charming benches scattered throughout the Historic District.



Mickey Rowley and Mark Beyerle

Kristen Murray and Brendon Shank Kristen and Brendon had a successful run

earlier this month when they participated in the Broad Street Run.

Anna Schneider GM from Square 1682 in the Hotel Palomar, rides the beast which

will be named by the crew from Hotel Monaco who won the naming rights in the live

auction at the affair last week. Also spotted Bonnie Grant, Palomar Hotel & Hotel

Monoco's GM Nick Gregory, Kelly Coulom, Jorge Gonzalez, Deb and Dan

Bosin, and many other charitable folks that help keep Historic Philadelphia running

smoothly. Thanks!



Tuesday I taped my NBC Philadelphia Non-Stop Show, The Scene, at Franklin

Square with Justin Pizzi. Watch it tonight at 9:30PM on Ch 248. Above Justin does a

live shot with Amy Needle for the Ten Show, which aired that day. I finally had a

Square Burger and it was delicious.

Posted by HughE Dillon at 5/26/2011 06:31:00 AM

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David said...

Great re-cap HughE! What a fun night. Thanks for the pic and for the

shout-out. See you soon - David

May 26, 2011 12:06 PM

Anonymous said...

This was a great party - and the flip-flops were a brilliant idea.

May 26, 2011 2:26 PM



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