Theresa, a bright, young and unattached career woman, somewhat reluctantly, decides to go on a blind date.  Then, when she finds the man she meets not all that interesting, she tries to excuse herself from further possible encounters with him; in her mind treating the episode as though it never happened.  However, to her surprise and growing irritation, this brief and forgettable date seems to have consequences which turn into something not only unexpected and bigger, but also highly unpalatable.  She becomes enmeshed in events which become menacing, and which she does not know how to fight.  Within short weeks, Theresa is feeling trapped and horrified.

Rebecca Gilman turns what could have become an expected love-will-triumph-at-the-end theme into a thriller and cautionary tale that has little to do with any romantic view of love.  Gilman shows her modern-day heroine as a full human being who, despite being seemingly savvy and cool, unwittingly places herself in a situation which could destroy her.  Gilman gives Theresa’s plight great probing sensitivity.  In fact, it has become one of the leading themes of the author’s plays (such as Spinning Into Butter, The Crowd You’re In With) to depict highly intelligent, educated women who try to find their way of moving through a shifting social landscape of the contemporary world, but who so often stumble in their quest.

Boy Gets Girl was included in the Time List of the Best Plays of the Decade.

The Stagecrafters 8130 Germantown Ave, Phila. (Chestnut Hill)

February 10 – 26; $26 online, $30 at the door.

Thurs, Fri, Sat @ 8pm, Sun @ 2pm.

Discounts available at the door for seniors, students, industry.

Tickets/info @ www.thestagecrafters.org. Reservations 215.247.8881

Visit thestagecrafters.org/covid for current COVID policy.

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Morris Arboretum Offers Special Winter Admission Fees

Enjoy Reduced Rates Through February 2023

In celebration of the beauty of winter, the Morris Arboretum is offering special winter admission prices through February 28, 2023.

General admission fees are discounted for everyone, and children under 3 remain free.

Below are our reduced rates. Tickets can be purchased online or on-site. Morris Arboretum’s winter hours are Monday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm.

Special Winter Admission

Members: Free

Adults: $12.00

Seniors (65+ years): $11.00

Youth (3-17 years): $6.00

Children (Under 3): Free

Retired Military (must have ID): $10.00

Active Military and Five Family Members (must have ID) support by Wawa: Free

Walk In or Bike In: $10.00 (Kids $5.00)

Here are some tours and walks that you can enjoy at Morris Arboretum this season:

Bare Naked Trees Tour

Saturday, January 14 & 28, 2023  | 11:00 am

Saturday, February 11 & 25, 2023 | 11:00 am

Meet at Widener Visitor Center

Weather Permitting, free with Arboretum admission.

Join an experienced guide for a new tour to explore the beauty of “bare naked trees” in winter. Without their leaves, deciduous trees reveal a variety of shapes and sculptures to admire. The tour features weeping, round, pyramidal, and vase-shaped trees, and highlights the many colors and textures of tree barks. This tour provides a beautiful and unique view of the Garden in winter. Visit morrisarboretum.org for details.

Garden Highlights Tour

Saturdays and Sundays 1:00 pm

Meet at Widener Visitor Center

Weather Permitting, free with Arboretum admission.

Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees. Every tour is different so come back as many times as you’d like. Visit morrisarboretum.org for details.

Wellness Walks

Saturdays and Sundays 10:30 am

Meet at Widener Visitor Center

Weather Permitting, free with Arboretum admission.

Get outside for some exercise among the beautiful trees in winter! Join an experienced guide for a brisk 1.5-mile walk along paved paths and get your heart rate up. See a unique view of the Garden, experience the variety of the shapes of trees without their leaves, and look for winter resident birds like cardinals, woodpeckers and blue jays! Visit morrisarboretum.org for details.

**Images are attached for your use. Photo credits: Morris Arboretum.**

For more information, contact Teri Scott, Director of Marketing, at teris@upenn.edu or call 215.247.5777 x 121, cell 215.805.5496.

The Morris Arboretum is one of more than 30 Philadelphia gardens in America’s Garden Capital. This 92-acre horticultural display garden features a spectacular collection of mature trees in a beautiful and colorful landscape. The Morris Arboretum offers educational programs for many audiences ranging from youth to professional and is a leader in botanical and horticultural research.

100 E Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118 / 215.247.5777 / info@morrisarboretum.org

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Winter Hours…..Closed Tuesdays We will be closed on Tuesdays for the winter. We’ll be back to 7 days come mid-March or so. Check out our winter coupon below and as always, thanks for your continued support. We hope to see you back in the shop soon! Sunday: 12-8:30 Monday: 12-8:30 Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12-8:30 Thursday: 12-8:30 Friday: 12-9 Saturday 12-9  5 East Highland Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19118 (267) 323 2380 www.chillonthehillfroyo.com ENJOY 10% OFF PRESENT THIS COUPON OR EMAIL FROM 1/9- 3/9 TO RECEIVE 10% OF 1 CUSTOM FROYO OF YOUR CHOICE! VISIT OUR WEBSITE!

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Saturday, January 7 John Rodden is live @6pm-9pm! John Rodden is an alt-rock singer/songwriter from the Philadelphia area. His style ranges from the mellow and introspective, drawing inspiration from Dashboard Confessional and Brandon Flowers, to the more fun and upbeat mode of Weezer and Jimmy Eat World. Learn More

Pizza is Celebrating 6 Years! Join us on Friday, January 13, to celebrate 6 years of pizza!  Blue Chips Trio is playing live music and you’ll enjoy $6 OFF your order with the SUPER SECRET CODE: PIZZA6.  Use this code for online ordering or in-person to receive $6 off!

SAVE THE DATE!   Chestnut Hill on Ice is just around the corner and our ice bar returns!  Join us Friday, January 27 or January 28 for a fun time! Learn More

We are excited to welcome Nirvana Indian Bistro to Chestnut Hill!  They are located at 8609 Germantown Avenue! Learn More

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J a n u a r y Leaving this Month: George Biddle: The Art of American Social Conscience and Printing As Prologue: Recent Work by Allan Edmunds This is your last chance to see the art of George Biddle: The Art of American Social Conscience and Printing as Prologue: Recent Work by Allan Edmunds at Woodmere. A closing reception for both exhibitions will be held on Thursday, January 19 from 6-8 pm; with a Gallery Talk by Allan Edmunds at 7pm. Both exhibitions close on January 22, 2023. Woodmere in the News 12/28 Inquirer : The world of painter George Biddle is on view at Woodmere, along with promises of a future exhibit featuring his ‘lost’ Nuremberg drawings. Mon 16 Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Festival Celebrate the words and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr with an afternoon of artmaking activities, storytelling, and dance. From noon-2pm, children will learn about the courage, strength, and determination of Dr. King and many others who struggled for freedom and civil rights. At 2 pm, participate in an interactive program with Hip Hop Fundamentals, a break-dancing group that teaches about student involvement in the Civil Rights Movement through dance, audience participation, and activities. Students will learn how non-violent action helped end segregation and experience the power of unity and diversity. 12 -2 pm: Storytelling and Artmaking 2 -3 pm: Hip Hop Fundamentals FREE Register for Winter Studio Classes Woodmere’s studio classes are taught by professional Philadelphia artists and educators. Explore your creativity and develop your artistic voice with classes in representational and abstract painting and drawing in a variety of mediums. Check out a new workshop that introduces the art of industrial design. For more information, click here. A Message from the Museum Store Many thanks to all of my customers for a very successful holiday season. Best Wishes for a Happy New Year filled with much Good Health, Happiness, Peace & Serenity. Stephen Kerzner Director of Museum Store Film & Music Tuesday Nights at the Movies: Special January Screenings Jan 10 & Jan 17 7:30 pm Tuesday Night at the Movies presents the 50th year of rare and unseen films as well as classics. Sponsored by The Chestnut Hill Local. with two special screenings in January. Tuesday Night at the Movies will continue in February beginning Feb. 21. For more information, click here. Fri 20 Pianist Marja Kaisla: An Evening of Liszt, Brahms, Debussy, and Stravinksy Enjoy an evening filled with virtuosity and excitement with Marja Kaisla’s performance of Franz Liszt’s Spanish Rhapsody, Johannes Brahms’s Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Händel,  Claude Debussy’s Estampes, and Igor Stravinsky’s Petrucshka. Born in Helsinki, Finland, Marja Kaisla is an avid chamber musician, recitalist and orchestra soloist who has performed extensively in Europe and the United States, having had her Carnegie Hall debut in 2005. Among her many accomplishments, Ms. Kaisla co-founded the Philadelphia Foundation for World Music and Arts, an advocacy organization promoting the arts and social harmony. 6 pm- 7 pm | $25 ($15 members) Click here to purchase tickets. Sat 21 Pianist Marja Kaisla: An Evening of Shubert The concert on Jan. 21st will transport you into the sublime beauty and contemplation of Franz Shubert’s 6 Moments Musicaux Op.94 Sonata B flat Major (D960). 6 pm- 7 pm | $25 ($15 members) Click here to purchase tickets. Coming Soon: Friday Night Jazz begins February 24 Click here for more information. Follow us @woodmereart | woodmereartmuseum.org  ‌  ‌  ‌

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Here are a few suggestions from our Chestnut Hill Business Association members for the perfect holiday gift.

(Please check back as this list will continue to be updated with additional items.)

AR Workshop Chestnut Hill – 8607 Germantown Avenue  | 215-544-1116

Now through December 31, Buy a $100 Gift Card and get a bonus $25 card.

Balance – 12 W. Willow Grove Avenue |  (267) 335-2271

Holiday Stocking Stuffer Group Fitness Special :3 hour class pack for $40 (regularly $72) Available until 12/26.

Click this Link to Purchase.

Between Friends Boutique – 7833 Germantown Avenue  | 267-228-9769

• Cashmere scarfs for women and men $25.
• Gloves $25.
• Wraps under $50.
• Sweaters under $50.
• Leggings 2 for $25.

Open all week 10:00 – 6:00 pm

Chestnut Hill Business Association – 8514 Germantown Avenue | 215-247-6696

Chestnut Hill Gift Certificate: Redeemable at virtually all of Chestnut Hill’s fine shops and restaurants (except Staples and CVS), these convenient gift certificates can be purchased in person at 8514 Germantown Avenue.

Chill on the Hill – 5 E. Highland Avenue | 267-323-2380

10% off gift cards and 10% off all merchandise (t-shirts, hats, candles, candy jars) through Friday 12/23.

Delphine Gallery – 8435 Germantown Avenue   | 215-248-3855

14k GF Moonstone Holiday Magic Earrings – $175.

Evergreen Cheese – 184 E. Evergreen Avenue  |  215-248-1957

Evergreen Cheese offers the highest quality Cheese, Charcuterie, Pate, Bread, Olive Oil, Fresh Caviar, Smoked Salmon, Eclat Chocolate and many other gourmet foods.

Gift Cards available in any amount!

Glenda Gies Designs – 8617 Germantown Avenue |  610-212-5695

The “Violet” – Small wristlet with your choice of natural or dark brown bamboo.   Original price:  $98.  Now $49.

HOST Chestnut Hill – 7908 Germantown Avenue  |  215-967-1196

Felted woodland ornaments – $12.

Kilian Hardware – 8450 Germantown Avenue  |  215-247-0945

Warmies® Plush are fully microwavable to provide hours of soothing warmth and comfort. Warmies are scented with real dried French lavender and perfectly weighted for a positive sensory experience. $19.99

Matines Café – 89 Bethlehem Pike  |  215 621 6667

Nina’s Tea – Marie-Antoinette Tin  $32.

McNally’s – 8634 Germantown Avenue | 215-247-9736

Moondance Farm Studios – 8236 Germantown Avenue | 215-771-0272

Locally made ceramic mugs in a variety of lively colors – $32. each

Night Kitchen Bakery –  7725 Germantown Avenue | 215-248-9235

One pound box of sugared shortbread cookies in various Christmas shapes. $22 /box

Occasionette – 8521 Germantown Avenue | 215-465-1704

Exclusive Wanamaker Light Show melamine serving platter – $38.

Occasionette gift cards available in any denomination (physical cards or they can be sent electronically).

Quelque Chose – 8437 Germantown Avenue | 215-248-6022

Faux fur convertible mittens in a variety of colors : Hot Pink, Purple, Black, Dark Grey, Grey, Tan, White – $22.

Sara Campbell – 8409 Germantown Avenue | 215-381-0325

Knit hats, mittens, scarves, wraps – all under $60.

Tailored Home – 8528 Germantown Avenue  |  267-297-6502

Louis Sherry Premium Chocolates in Signature Tin – $40.

TC Unlimited Boutique – 8518 Germantown Avenue  | 215-247-1456

Kenzy Faux Fur Trim Peplum Jacket – $115.

Ten Thousand Villages –   8331 Germantown Avenue  | 215-242-3040
Motorcycle Pizza Cutter  –  $29.99

Villavillekula – 8419 Germantown Avenue |  215-242-0200

Jan Brett’s Christmas Treasury – $40.

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Join us tonight, Monday, December 19, at 7:00 PM at Cliff Park for hot latkes, donuts, Menorah lighting, and joyous Chanukah music as a project of Chabad Lubavitch of Northwest Philadelphia.

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Hanukkah is here! Last night menorahs were lit, dreidels spun, and delicious foods were consumed. If Hanukkah snuck up on you and you are searching for any gifts and bites, check out our local guide for the next few glorious nights.

Check our business listing page for a complete list, or contact any store directly. Make sure to stop by on Wednesday, December 21, and enjoy FREE parking in one of our six parking lots courtesy of the Chestnut Hill Parking Foundation.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you on the Avenue.

AR Workshop Chestnut Hill

8607 Germantown Avenue

Two styles of Hanukkah small kits of wood ornaments

Numerous Hanukkah DIY designs can be made into various projects, including

• • Signs
  • Boxes
  • Canvas pieces
  • Rounds
  • Framed items

Bird in Hand Consignment Shop

9 West Highland Avenue

Menorah

Blum’s Antiques

45 East Chestnut Hill Avenue

Antique menorah

Kitchen Kapers

8530 Germantown Avenue

Paper napkins

Hanukkah candles

Night Kitchen Bakery

7725 Germantown Avenue

Hanukkah-shaped shortbread cookies

Tailored Home

8528 Germantown Avenue

Check out the Hanukkah section at their store

Menorahs (Simon Pearce and Nambe)

Placemats

Villavilakula

8419 Germantown Avenue

Hannukah books

Color-your-own Hannuakah tees and tops (ages 2 – 10)

Hanukkah crayons

American Girl doll Hanukkah print dresses

Craft sets

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