Media Theatre presents ‘Elf The Musical’ this holiday season
“Elf: The Musical” is coming to the Media Theatre Nov. 13-Jan. 12. Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees, Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin, with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin.
This modern-day holiday classic is designed to make everyone embrace their “inner elf.”
At The Media Theatre, the role of Buddy The Elf will be played by Chicago resident Josh Houghton. This is his Media debut. Christian Ryan directs and choreographs. Ben Kapilow is resident music director. The production stars Krissy Fraelich, Bob Stineman, Aidan Crane, Alex Hamel, Kelly Briggs, Megan McDevitt, Emily Derrick, and Ryane Nicole Studivant.
The Ensemble consists of Alyssa Arcangeli, Dante Brattelli, Gabrielle Impriano, Hannah Mehl, Roger Ricker, Jacob Schrimpf, Angel Sigala, Andy Spinosi, and Grace Szczepkowski.
The Youth Ensemble is Ace Cullen, Saajan Lakhani, Alexander Palomba, Kai Quimbo, Sadie Wynne, and Ryan Zebley.
For tickets, visit mediatheatre.org or call 610-8910100.
Delco Institute of Science presents ‘Notable Women’ lecture on Nov. 11
The Delaware County Institute of Science, 11 Veterans Square, Media, will host a free lecture, “Notable Local Women of the 19th and Early 20th Centuries,” 7:308:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 11.
Widener Professor Kathy Hornberger will discuss “The Legacy of Phebe and Matilda.” This lecture will discuss the first two DCIS women members Phebe Goodwin and Matilda Cummins, naturalist Graceanna Lewis, teacher Harriet Gault, philanthropist Sarah Pennock Miller; medical doctors Anna Broomall and Florence Kraker, DCIS officers Henrietta Broomall and Carlota Matienzo, and scholars Edith Hall Dolan, Mary Butler Lewis and Mary Cathryne Park. Everyone is welcome.
Home2 Suites by Hilton opens in Ridley Park
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South held its grand opening Thursday. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 113 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South offers a convenient extended-stay option for business and leisure visitors to the vibrant and historic Philadelphia region. The hotel rooms and fixtures are designed with a “free to be you” atmosphere, allowing guests to adapt the hotel to meet their personal needs.
Owned by 145 Stewart Partners LLC and managed by Prestige Hospitality Group, Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South offers all-suite accommodations with fully-accessorized kitchens and modular furniture, providing guests the flexibility to customize their suite to their style and preference. The pet-friendly hotel features complimentary Internet, inviting communal spaces, and trademark Home2 Suites amenities such as Spin2 Cycle, a combined laundry and fitness area, Home2 MKT for grab-and-go items, and the Inspired Table, a complimentary daily breakfast. Guests can also enjoy an indoor saline pool and convenient business services.
Located at 145 South Stewart Avenue, Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South offers guests convenient access to Philadelphia International Airport, Widener University, Xfinity Live Center, Talen Energy Stadium, Philadelphia Sports Complex, and major employers such as Boeing Defense & Space Security.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South participates in Hilton’s award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton Honors. For more information or to make a reservation, visit Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South or call 484-490-6605.
Garden Club of Springfield offers floral design program
The public is invited to join the Garden Club of Springfield 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20 for their annual Floral Design Program. Rebecca Mulholland of RAM Floral will present “Designs inspired by Nature” at the Springfield Township Municipal Building, 50 Powell Rd., Springfield. Refreshments will be served and a raffle will take place for the floral designs. Nonmembers can attend by paing a $5 admission at the door. For more information, call Maryann DeSanto, 610 543-1188.
WSFS donates more than $3K to Community Action Agency
The Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc. (CAADC) recently received a $3,500 donation from WSFS Bank. CAADC, which is celebrating its 40th Anniversary, will use this support to assist low to moderate income families and individuals with case management services, financial literacy initiatives, life skills training, employment training, housing and community and economic development.
CAADC has an overall mission to help families reach self-sufficiency and this grant will help needy families from Delaware County to reach that goal.
The Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc. has been Delaware County’s designated antipoverty agency since 1979. The non-profit agency provides a wide range of services aimed at encouraging self-sufficiency for low-income individuals. For more information, visit www. caadc.org/.