Sarah DeLaurentis, the Director of Development and Communications at Action Wellness returns to BEN Around Philly to talk about this year’s 29th Annual 'Dining Out For Life' on Thursday, April 18th at over 150 participating restaurants and businesses in the area. Action Wellness is one of Pennsylvania’s largest AIDS service organizations, committed to helping people…

This week, Kristen speaks with Jesse Steele, the Director of Development at A Woman’s Place, an organization dedicated to empowering women (and men) and working to end intimate and domestic violence for all. They are located in and serve as the only domestic violence organization in Bucks County. Join them on Saturday, March 23rd for…

This week’s entire episode of BEN Around Philly is dedicated to what Kristen considers a hidden gem in Philadelphia and her new favorite spot in the area. It’s quirky and weird and there is absolutely something for everyone at the American Treasure Tour Museum in Oaks, PA. Kirsten Canner, the museum’s General Admissions Manager and…

In this week’s episode, Kristen Herrman speaks with Alison Flanagan, the Director of a dog rescue organization called Harley’s Haven. Alison and volunteers from Harley’s Haven, Penn Ridge Animal Hospital, ACCT Philly and a number of other organizations are organizing a large scale FREE vet clinic with spaying and neutering surgeries, vaccinations, medications, check ups,…

This week, Kristen speaks with Shawn Mack - the Development Officer and Alyssa Weinfurtner the Street Outreach Supervisor at Valley Youth House. Valley Youth House operates in 14 counties, touching over 30,000 youth and families every year. The organization has been there for young people with no where else to turn as a safe harbor…

This week’s episode has a bit of a Valentine’s theme to it, in two parts. The beginning of the show is guest-hosted by Deana Marie, the host of the Twisted Philly Podcast. Deana’s put together a great list of fun and unique Valentine’s Day events and happenings beyond the typical dinner date. Subscribe to the…