{"id":64185,"date":"2025-12-18T11:01:08","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T11:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/64185\/"},"modified":"2025-12-18T11:01:08","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T11:01:08","slug":"these-are-the-20-most-iconic-movies-bryn-mawr-film-institute-has-shown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/64185\/","title":{"rendered":"These are the 20 most iconic movies Bryn Mawr Film Institute has shown"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hi, Lower Merion<\/a>! \ud83d\udc4b<\/p>\n

Planning a movie marathon this holiday season? We asked Bryn Mawr Film Institute\u2019s staff to compile 20 of the most iconic films<\/a> it\u2019s screened since its founding two decades ago. Also this week, we delve into how Allen Iverson helped popularize a TGI Fridays<\/a> on City Avenue, plus several new eateries, including a burger joint in Ardmore<\/a>, are on their way. <\/p>\n

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The Bryn Mawr Film Institute has screened countless films since the beloved institution opened its doors two decades ago. But what are the most memorable?<\/p>\n

The Inquirer\u2019s Denali Sagner recently asked its staff to compile a list of what they believe are the 20 most iconic films BMFI has screened. <\/p>\n

Among them are cinematic classics like The Sound of Music and Casablanca, modern hits like Barbie, as well as movies with local ties such as Silver Linings Playbook and Rocky (you didn\u2019t expect it to not make the list, right?). <\/p>\n

See all the movies the Bryn Mawr Film Institute named and learn more about its history here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udca1 Community News<\/p>\n

Last month, a TGI Fridays on the Lower Merion-Philadelphia border launched a new membership program inspired in part by Allen Iverson. The Sixers legend frequently hung out at the restaurant on City Avenue, which became known as \u201cClub Fridays.\u201d The Inquirer\u2019s Alex Coffey revisits how the chain became an NBA hangout and how its manager is paying homage through the new offer<\/a>. <\/p>\n

A police chase that ended in Lower Merion this fall led law enforcement officials to arrest a crew that allegedly attempted to rob five armored vehicles throughout the region this summer. The Inquirer\u2019s David Gambacorta delves into how an anonymous tip, jokes, Cash App, and a car theft probe<\/a> helped police and the FBI capture the suspects. You can also catch a video of Gambacorta discussing the story here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Communities within Lower Merion reported between 5 and 5.8 inches of snow from Sunday\u2019s storm, with Bryn Mawr recording the highest total and Penn Wynne the lowest. See a map of how much snow fell throughout the region here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Chabad of Penn Wynne held a menorah lighting Sunday at the Penn Wynne Library to mark the first night of Hanukkah. The event was held on the same day that an attack during a Hanukkah celebration in Australia left at least 15 people dead<\/a>, something that struck especially close to home for Rabbi Mendy Levin. An Australian native, Levin knew one of the rabbis killed, but like many others, turned out to celebrate the Jewish holiday. Local religious and elected leaders have called for resilience<\/a>, a theme on display Sunday night as the celebration used flares to light the menorah after the oil had frozen. (Fox29<\/a>) <\/p>\n

The community is mourning the death of Bala Cynwyd resident Roberta Fallon, who died Dec. 5 from injuries suffered after being hit by a car late last month. Ms. Fallon was the cofounder and editor of theartblog.org, a freelance writer, artist, and adjunct professor. The crash that led to her death is being investigated and a memorial is expected at a later time.<\/a><\/p>\n

Malik Syd Rashied, 55, of Philadelphia, who was involved in multiple carjacking attempts at Bryn Mawr College and Bryn Mawr Square shopping center earlier this year, has been sentenced to seven to 16 years in a state correctional institution after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including robbery of a motor vehicle and assault. (The Times Herald<\/a>)<\/p>\n

City Ave District is being recognized with a Main Street designation<\/a> through Gov. Josh Shapiro\u2019s Main Street Matters program. The designation will allow the district, which straddles Bala Cynwyd and Philadelphia, to apply for state funding and technical assistance as it implements its five-year strategy.<\/p>\n

Bala Cynwyd on City Avenue is expected to welcome several new tenants next summer. The shopping center will add two fast-casual restaurants, salad-focused Chopt, and Lebanese concept NAYA, which offers pitas, shawarma, and build-your-own bowls, as well as Hammer & Nails Grooming Shop, which caters to men. <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfeb Schools Briefing<\/p>\n

The Lower Merion School District is mourning the death of longtime physical education teacher Julie Bucher, who died last week<\/a>. Ms. Bucher taught at Gladwyne Elementary from 1998 to 2024, before retiring at the start of this school year. She \u201cknew every student\u2019s name\u201d and \u201ccared deeply about their well-being,\u201d Principal Veronica Ellers said in a message to the community. <\/p>\n

Earlier this month, Lower Merion High School senior Nick Mazzeo took home first place<\/a> in the New Balance RunningLane National Cross Country Championship\u2019s overall competition, becoming the only athlete at the school or in the Central League to capture the honor. <\/p>\n

Black Rock Middle School was recently recognized among the Pennsylvania Don Eichhorn Schools\u2019 \u201cSchools to Watch\u201d<\/a> for the 2025-26 academic year. The program selects schools based on a number of factors, including academic excellence, developmental responsiveness, social equity, and organizational structures and processes. <\/p>\n

Applications for the International Baccalaureate class of 2028<\/a> are open now through Jan. 14. The program is open to any township 10th grader.<\/p>\n

Reminder for families: The district will be closed for winter break starting Wednesday. Classes will resume Jan. 5. See the district\u2019s full calendar here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f On our Plate<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfb3 Things to Do<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfa4 Dogs in a Pile<\/a>: Tickets are going fast for the New Jersey band\u2019s four-night stint at Ardmore Music Hall. Dogs in a Pile blends funk, jazz, rock and roll, and psychedelia. \u23f0 Thursday, Dec. 18-Sunday, Dec. 21, times vary \ud83d\udcb5 $39.85-$71.42 \ud83d\udccd Ardmore Music Hall<\/p>\n

\u2728 Winter Solstice Celebration and Cookie Exchange<\/a>: Celebrate the changing of the seasons at Linwood Park, which will be lined with luminaries. There will also be a cookie exchange. \u23f0 Saturday, Dec. 20, 4-6 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 Free \ud83d\udccd Linwood Park<\/p>\n

\u2721\ufe0f Cirque du Chanukah<\/a>: Celebrate Hanukkah by watching an acrobatic performance and enjoying dinner at this all-ages event. \u23f0 Saturday, Dec. 20, 5:45-8:30 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 $10-$60 \ud83d\udccd Kaiserman JCC <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf84 Christmas Crafts<\/a>: Make a one-of-a-kind gingerbread house during this workshop. \u23f0 Sunday, Dec. 21, 4-5:30 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 $37.10 \ud83d\udccd The Candy Lab<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf5c Laughter and Lo Mein<\/a>: Enjoy a meal and a movie during this longtime tradition. There will be a family-friendly movie option (Happy Feet) as well as a dark comedy for adults (Bad Shabbos). \u23f0 Wednesday, Dec. 24, 3-6 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 $10-$18 \ud83d\udccd Kaiserman JCC <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfe1 On the Market<\/p>\n

A new four-bedroom twin in Narberth<\/a><\/p>\n

Part of a planned five-residence project, this newly built Narberth twin spans four levels. The main floor has a family room, dining room, and kitchen with a quartz island, high-end appliances, light and white wood cabinets, and a walk-in pantry. Its four bedrooms are spread across the second and third floors, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet and a double-sink vanity. It also has a finished lower level with a half bathroom, as well as a covered front porch. Its twin, which spans the same size, is also for sale<\/a>. <\/p>\n

See more photos of the property here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Price: $1,299,900 | Size: 3,440 SF | Acreage: .06<\/p>\n

\ud83d\uddde\ufe0f What other Lower Merion residents are reading this week:<\/p>\n

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