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The Jazz Age on the Delaware Was the Cat’s Meow!
Story by “Hep Cat” Christine Tarlecki Trimble, Photos by “Swell” Samara Messer The Jazz Age on the Delaware debuted on August 1 on the grounds of the Glen Foerd mansion estate, and what an event it was. Transforming itself to a grand old age of 1920s, this event was truly the bee’s knees! The Glen Foerd estate is the only Gilded Age mansion along the Delaware river, and it’s sweeping, breathtaking views, it’s grand mansion, and lovely grounds are truly a place to enjoy the Jazz Age. “Jazz Age on the Delaware is a day to experience and partake in the free-spirited fun so prevalent in the 1920’s,” said Executive Director Meg Sharp Walton. “Guests…
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Finally! Your Chinatown Eating Guide in Philadelphia
By Cassie Hepler We are so sick of hearing the same old phrase: “I love Chinatown, but I just don’t know where to go.” Well, because you’re lazy and we’re not, we did the homework for you from some locals who either work, live or eat there every day. Now you can happily meander through the streets of Chinatown and still not really know what you’re doing but at least you’ll know where you’re going and what to eat! You’re welcome. Pho 20 234-236 N. 10th St. Because it is open on Fridays and Saturday’s until 3 a.m., this is a good place to keep in your (drunken) pocket. As…
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Triple-Threat Siblings Julianne and Derek Hough Wowed the Crowd at the Move Live on Tour Show
By Jill Beckel The Move Live on Tour show featuring professional dancers (and siblings) Julianne and Derek Hough made its way to Susquehanna Bank Center in Camden, NJ on July 11th. The audience was filled with people from all walks of life from young kids to seniors. Julianne and Derek are known for their dancing, choreographing and judging on Dancing with the Stars, roles in movies and this past year Derek was the star of the Radio City Rockette Spring Spectacular. Julianne and Derek have been dancing for almost as long as they could walk and trained for years. All throughout Move Live on Tour, you could see their passion for…
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Discovering the Impressionists: Paul Durand-Ruel and the New Painting at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Story, photos by Lou Perri The Philadelphia Museum of Art continues to offer unique exhibits. Starting June 24th, and continuing to September 13th, , the Philadelphia Museum of Art presents a ground-breaking exhibition examining the early struggles and ultimate triumph of the artists who created the style known as Impressionism and the role that the great Parisian art dealer Paul Durand-Ruel played in their success. Discovering the Impressionists: Paul Durand-Ruel and the New Painting includes numerous masterpieces by leading figures of this movement such as Édouard Manet, Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, and Mary Cassatt. It will reunite for the first time key paintings that were shown…
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‘A Moment of Zen’ exhibit at The Bazemore Gallery truly is a zen experience with Inna Race of Belarus
By Jill Beckel Saturday, June 13th was a special evening for The Bazemore Gallery with The “A Moment of Zen” exhibit featuring artist Inna Race of Belarus. Located at 4339 Main Street in Manayunk, The Bazemore Gallery is described as “a boutique art gallery.” The owner Lenny Bazemore loves introducing visitors to mid-level and well established contemporary artists. The Bazemore Gallery strives to “exhibit and sell original works of art which create synergy in the home and in the work place.” Visitors of the gallery perused around the exhibit enjoying light snacks of wine, fruit and cheese. Inna, dressed in a beautiful silver sparkly cocktail dress, was very friendly and gracious.…
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There’s a New Online Magazine in Town – Explore with Cassie Website Launch Party
The city’s lights and Publisher Cassie Hepler‘s sequined Hollywood disco dress (we heard you Tyler Prete!) sparkled in the sunlight a little brighter on Friday, May 8th from 6-9 p.m. as Explore Philly and Explore NJ officially launched the East Coast area’s newest online magazine. Not another boring blog by any means, ExplorewithCassie.com has multiple writers/photographers sprinkled throughout the city and to the shore. Correspondents currently include Pastry Chef Dana Prophet, Jill Beckel, Whitney Ullman and Elspeth Misiaszek – and more in the making. The IT brains behind the operation is fellow Penn State alum Eric Smith, who also has a background in journalism. The team welcomed invited guests to the Stratus Rooftop…
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Chloe Johnston and Naveda Couture: Fashion Femme Fatales
By Cassie Hepler There’s some new dames in town and they have a wicked case of fashion sense. Chloe Johnston invited Naveda Couture to her French inspired “Atelier et Apéritif” Trunk Show and together wowed more than just a few Philly fashionistas. Luxury couture mixed with curated vintage pieces straight from Paris combined with an intimate cocktail soiree always draws fabulous fashion enthusiasts. So who are these fashion femme fatales? Meet the always stylish Chloe Johnston (Chloe Johnston Tours) and fashion designer Amy Devan (Naveda Couture & Design). Chloe Johnston is a Parisian fashion, beauty, travel and lifestyle guru. From Philadelphia originally, Chloe is passionate about Paris and the city’s romantic love affair with couture design. Q: Can you…
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Model Photoshoots Galore with Cassie Hepler Photography!
Story, photos by Cassie Hepler Please pardon the pause in publishing! I was traveling all Thanksgiving week and then immediately began working as the assistant editor at The Philadelphia Public Record and another freelance writing job for Fashion Times Co. in NYC. So life has been crazy hectic but in a good way! Don’t forget, I also write/do photography for Examiner.com and TasteScene.com so there’s always some writing and photography going on somewhere, it’s just a matter of what week day;) In the meantime, I have been wearing my photographer cap as well and shooting models galore. First, the fabulous and talented Drummer Girl and then the amazing Nashville sweetheart…
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Modeling 101: What It’s Like to be a Model
Story, modeling by Cassie Hepler The glitz, the glam. America’s Next Top Model makes it seem like a sham. But here’s what you don’t know about the industry… For all those Photoshopped faces and figures plastered on magazine covers, there is so much work that has to be done behind the scenes. Think of a successful model (i.e. one who gets paid for her craft) as a pretty duck, paddling furiously away underneath. For every one magazine publication, there are probably about 10-100 shoots that are just for portfolio building in the meantime. Now if you are an established model, you can get photographers to shoot you for free for…
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Body Painting Gallery ML Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary
Story, modeling by Cassie Hepler Gallery ML is Philadelphia’s premiere fine art body painting gallery inspired by artists Lawren Alice, Noah Musher and Tom Lovelund. The gallery is the only art space in the United States that features various professional body painting artists. With heavily diversified artistic backgrounds, this creative crew has made a significant dent in the art community and continues to draw some of the world’s best and most unique body painting artists. Lawren Alice is an award winning body painting artist who is not only an important part of the gallery, but also close friends with Tom and Noah. With a background in graphic design and face…