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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Fashion is calling, Philadelphia

   Philadelphia is making a style statement this fall by hosting amazing style and design events that the aesthetically inclined won’t want to miss! For fashion lovers, there is the first ever Philadelphia Fashion Week that will run throughout the month of October at the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Perelman Building. One of the exhibits is called "Shopping in Paris: French Fashion 1850-1925" and will explore the American shopping experience abroad, showcasing designs by the House of Worth and Lanvin, along with dozens of garments from the museum’s collection, many of which have never been on display before! Visitors can also see "Inspiring Fashion: Gifts from Designers Honoring Tom Marotta," a collection of runway styles donated by 17 celebrity designers including Carolina Herrera and Marc Jacobs.
   Princess Diana’s royal wedding gown, diamond tiara, veil, 25-foot train, shoes,
And royal parasol will be among some of the gorgeous items on display in "the Diana: A Celebration" an exhibit at the National Constitution Center which will run Oct. 2 through Dec. 31. Fashionistas will also appreciate 28 dresses, suits and gowns designed by Versace, Valentino and Chanel and all worn by Diana during her life as a princess.
   Design Philadelphia marks its five year anniversary with a week long celebration that includes over 110 events and 450 designers. From Oct. 7 to 13, venues throughout the city will host different exhibits, workshops, studio tours and runway shows. Among this year’s most noteworthy is a Welcome House in which ten artists create new work based on their interaction with the public, the redevelopment of an urban lot into a community park, and a walking dinner tour.
   For more information, visit please philadelphiafashionweek.org.
 

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Tuesday, September 1, 2009
PAWS third annual Mutt Strut

   It is my personal belief that puppies are the first step to world peace. Everybody loves puppies. A person could have a bad back, no money and a stolen car, but if they saw a cute little puppy running toward them, they would immediately smile, regardless of the situation they were in.

   If you love dogs as much as I do, then you should come out to Philadelphia PAWS’ third annual Mutt Strut on Oct. 31. The Mutt Strut will consist of dogs and their people hiking a scenic 1.5 mile path through FDR Park to raise funds and awareness for PAWS’ efforts to save the city’s homeless, abused, abandoned and unwanted animals.

    If you don’t have a mutt to strut,  it isn’t a problem! You can still register and participate in a great cause or “rent” a PAWS dog for the day and make a new friend.

    The registration fee to enter is $25 per person ($10 for children 12 and under).

   All participants will receive a PAWS eco-bag and a dog bandana on the day of the event. You will also be eligible to win prizes as you earn money for your furry frinds! If you earn $100, you get a PAWS T-shirt. If you earn $250, you get a fleece blanket, and if you raise $500, you’ll win a $25 gift certificate to PAWS Adoption Center/Pet Supply. If you really go all out and you earn $1,000, you’ll get your choice of either an iPod Shuffle or a $100 gift certificate to your choice of dozens of Philadelphia shops and restaurants.

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