At the inaugural event for Philadelphia’s premier New Year’s Eve party Master Matchmakers Steven and JoAnn Ward were on hand to mix and match the single party goers and spread some love on this enchanted evening. Take a look at the footage from the event to get a better idea about what you may have missed.

The Party for Life is an annual event created to raise funds for charities of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. At this year’s event Master Matchmakers auctioned complimentary service to assist in the fundraising efforts. Live entertainment, a bustling live and silent auction, appetizers and cocktails were all that was needed to create an inviting atmosphere for single patrons to mix, mingle and meet. Photos are courtesy of On Tap and DigiPixArt.

Master Matchmakers JoAnn and Steven Ward created the inaugural matchmaking experience which will hereafter take place annually at the Beaux Arts Ball. By creating a sublime atmosphere for singles to mix and meet the Master Matchmakers single handedly turned this glamorous, black tie or costume optional event celebrating design and architecture into the must see singles party of the year. With their mixture of love potions, tricks and treats the Master Matchmakers were able to personally match up dozens of singles in attendance.

It can be difficult enough to make a relationship work close to home. So how are more and more people making them work farther and farther away? AroundPhilly.com correspondent Angelina Sciolla interviews matchmaker Steven Ward to learn how.