Had our 40th wedding anniversary at Uptown Hall in 2025 and it more than met our expectations. Some…read morebasic hall rentals can be dated but this one was very good, especially the lighting options. It is run by a 501(c)3 charity and is owned by another 501(c)3 organization where the bookings are done by volunteers so there is no paid staff. They even let us hook our laptop to their 70" wall TV so we had pictures of our past lives & 40 year marriage all rotating on the big screen. Big kitchen and bar counter and buffet table met all of our needs and our caterer's needs.

I am sad to write this review and was hoping my first impression was as positive as the reviews…read more Unfortunately this was not the case for me, there is no professionalism with communication. I reached out to the company via website as requested on the site. The response took a few days. As soon as John responded to my email, I replied right away to agree on day and time to meet and possibly place a deposit but John did not respond to my emails nor was he at the site. No one ever answers the phone, it goes directly to VM and no one returned my phone call.

Karen Singer's slogan is "art you can touch" and it's true!!!…read moreKaren's tiles are unique gifts. I have given several to friends when the typical items just won't do. I have seen some of her large scale works which are well designed and transform a space. Karen recently started offering classes at her studio. I took a one night class to make an address tile. It was alot of fun, I learned alot and I made a fun and funky tile for the front of my house. I recommend Karen Singer Tileworks for gifts, classes and large scale projects.

Friendly neighborhood theater in the Chestnut Hill area. This theater is nestled away on the main…read morestrip of Chestnut Hill surrounded by shops and beautiful cobblestone streets. This is a no frills theater which means no amenities are served however anywhere you sit you are sure to get a great view of the production. I went here last night for the production of "Silent Sky" which is an inspirational story of how dedication and passion will stop no man or woman, as this play focused more on how women had to fight tooth and nail to pursue their dreams. Highly recommend you check out this playhouse if you are looking for a cheap night out to take in some theater. As always people SYOY!!!

Stagecraters is a hidden gem in Chestnut Hill. I have come here many times over the years and have…read morealways enjoyed myself. They have about 5 live stage performances throughout the year. They may run for about 3 weeks , Thursday thru Sunday. You have to check the schedule on the website for the times. The prices are pretty reasonable as well. Starting at $21, with discounts for seniors and students. Also special prices for Thursday night performances. I recently went to see William Shakespeare's play " Much to do about Nothing ". I really enjoyed it! The theater is small, holds about 200 people. The staff is very friendly, always welcoming you when you enter. The bathrooms always clean and they even have snacks for sale during the intermission. The reason they get 4 stars is because there is only street parking on Germantown Ave. and a parking lot for the stores in the area is about a block away. So you have to get there early to find a spot. They also have nice shops and restaurants in the area. I would highly recommend this place for a fun night out or weekend matinee!

The Bettie Jack Gallery is now Harry's House Gallery! We visited this past Tuesday and had such a…read moretime exploring all that this shop had to offer. The owner was there and she was incredibly sweet! We initially stumbled upon this shop as we were eating at a nearby restaurant and needed to use the restroom and we were pointed here. This is a hybrid of a thrift store and an art gallery and so much more. My sister purchased a $15 grab bag which was full of all kinds of things, ranging from treasures to total junk. It was so fun to go through the bag and see what it held. I purchased a custom sign that reminded me of my cats back home. I can't wait to display my purchase once we get home!

So fun! Walked in randomly one day and there are so many treasures to explore and a fun second…read morelevel with a flea-market vibe. Love it!

My family held a repast at Flourtown Country Club for my mother following her recent passing…read more Unfortunately, based on our experience, I would not recommend this venue for an event--particularly for families of color. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel unwelcome, most notably by the assigned host. During the program, while a family member was speaking, I briefly stood to get a cup of coffee. The host reprimanded me by telling me to "sit down and stop talking," and further stated that she would tell me when I had permission to get up. This behavior was both inappropriate and disrespectful. Throughout the evening, this conduct continued. The host spoke down to multiple members of my family and, on several occasions, addressed children in a demeaning manner. The situation culminated when the host announced to all of our guests that it was time to leave--while members of our extended family were actively offering condolences to my siblings, my father, and me. We later shared these concerns with club management, explicitly stating that we were not seeking reimbursement, but wanted them to be aware of how we were treated during an event held in the immediate aftermath of burying my mother. Rather than receiving a compassionate or understanding response, we were given excuses for the behavior, with management stating that because we arrived late, the host needed to move us along.

We were invited to an intimate wedding of about ~50 people for a friend of mine at the Flourtown…read moreCountry Club. The location was about 45 minutes from the city of Philadelphia. The country club was tucked in a residential area and had all the accommodations for a large or small event. As we are still in the midst of the pandemic the event was outside for the most part and all the attendees had to be fully vaccinated (not sure if that was a requirement for the country club). There was an outdoor cocktail hour on the balcony facing the golf course. Drinks were flowing along with delicious appetizers. Then the main event was on the golf course in a very intimate location, the setup was beautiful and so was the ceremony of love! Then there was the dinner under a tent close to the pool (with a lifeguard on duty in case anyone took an unplanned dip). The food was served inside (masks were required) and the tables were under the tent. The food was delicious and plentiful. The drinks continued to flow and while the speeches were great, the next main event was the dance floor (also under the tent outside). Great location, great people, lots of love, and an absolutely great time!

Whether its for checking out awesome art exhibits, or its for booking your own event of endless…read morepossibilities, Room 244 is a space that really know how to tie its room together! I first came across Room 244 during their 2nd First Friday event, and since then I've seen their walls filled with Japanese influenced art, surreal art with farm animal motifs, a craft bazaar, Eclectic sculpture art from Hannah Dancing, and more. The two sisters who own it do a good job of collaborating with diverse artists and showcasing a number of events that don't just happen on the first Friday of the month. But when they're not hosting their own events, Room 244 is a space that caters to events of all types. Sometimes there might be a game night, and on others the Boss Group might host a UX Designer Networking Event. But if you're looking to host a group meeting, throw a surprise party, throw an art show with some musicians, or other; all you need to do is shoot them a message on their website, and you might just be able to throw it together!

We couldn't figure out what to do for my mom's birthday party/ Mother's Day Party and found this…read moreplace through a friend. The space was customizable and fit our plans perfectly. The tables and seating fit our group of 20 pretty comfortably. There was plenty of space for everyone to move around while we had big tables set up for food. The outdoor space was picturesque but it was raining so we didn't get to use it much, but we were able to put together a nice photo spot right at the front. Laura was easy to communicate with and very responsive whenever I texted her. She was super flexible with my schedule and made it easy to see the place, plan the layout for the party, and let us come extra early for setting up. She even helped us put up a big banner with my mom's picture on it! My mom and all the guests had a great time, and the art was a conversation starter. Thanks again!

Worst hosts ever for a wedding! Unreliable and untruthful! They dont even stay the entire night so…read moreyour wedding may be crashed , too!

I have been to many weddings, reunions, and parties at HVCC and they were a great success. The…read moreclubhouse decor has just been updated and looks great.

We went for the adult 1 1/2 pottery class on a Sunday afternoon- it was really fun, the instructor…read moreand her helper were very nice. It is not easy to do but if you go in with an attitude to just enjoy trying a new thing- you will like it- parking is tough- we had to park several blocks away, not a problem for us but make sure you plan for this- don't wear nice clothes or jewelry.