BEN Around Philly airs every Saturday morning at 7am on 95.7 BEN-FM and is sponsored by The Fillmore Philadelphia.

On this week’s episode, Historic Holiday Nights in Old City, The Delaware Valley Legacy Fund’s TOY Event 2016, The Running of the Santas, and a Holiday Gift Drive for Valley Youth House.

Job Itzkowitz, Executive Director of Old City District in Philadelphia joins Kristen in studio to talk about the debut of Historic Holiday Nights, a new program happening in Old City every Thursday from December 1st -22nd from 5pm-8pm, presented by Old City District and Visit Philadelphia. Shop Old City every Thursday in December, and enjoy extended shopping hours, sales and special menus at over 45 participating boutiques, shops, art galleries, museums, restaurants and cafes! The shopping specials alone are worth coming out for, plus plenty of $5 holiday inspired drinks and special menu items to keep you warm as you shop! Find the list of participating businesses HERE.

Then, Samantha Giusti, Executive Director of the Delaware Valley Legacy Fund returns to BEN Around Philly to talk about the 10th Annual DVLF TOY Event, at a new location this year at The Top of the Tower (1717 Arch Street). Kick off the holiday season in philanthropic style! This festive holiday cocktail party includes food, drinks, dancing, a silent auction and more, combining fun and DVLF’s mission of meeting the emerging needs of the LGBTQ community with a toy drive to benefit the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the children served by Action Wellness. Bring a new toy for donation and join us on Saturday, December 10th from 7-10pm at The Top of the Tower for an unforgettable night to benefit some incredible organizations. Find all you need to know HERE.

If you’re out and about in Philly on Saturday, December 10th and see literally thousands of Santas walking around, you’ve found The Running of the Santas. Jennifer Sherlock, President of Jenna Communications joins Kristen in studio to talk about this year’s event which features a South Pole (Field House) and a North Pole (The Electric Factory), plus drink specials, food trucks, DJs and live music all day long. Find all of the details HERE and get your Santa suit together!

Valerie Johnson, Assistant Director of Development for Valley Youth House in Philadelphia returns to the show to chat with Kristen about this year’s Holiday Gift Drive. Hear all about this amazing organization, constantly working to help youth experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia and please donate a needed item (or two or three) this holiday season to these deserving youth and this incredible organization. Find more HERE.