👋 Good Morning Lower Merion! It’s Thursday, and we have another dose of local happenings and highlights we hope you find useful!

In today’s Spotlight:

💡Gladwyne Library’s 51st Junior Author Contest

💡Narberth Borough Seeks Community Feedback on Master Parks Plan

💡Harriton High School Athletics: Friday, January 3, 2025 

If you want to know more than most about what’s happening today around Lower Merion and Narberth, keep reading. We hope you enjoy and find something that makes your day better!

The Lower Merion Spotlight Crew

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In this issue of the Lower Merion Spotlight

🏘️ Real Estate and Housing Insights

📅 Lifestyle and Local Happenings

📰 Local News and Community Updates

📝 Community Services and Resources

☀️ Lower Merion Weather

THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY - REAL ESTATE FAQ’S

WHY IS JANUARY A GOOD TIME TO BUY OR SELL?

For Buyers:

• Less Competition: Fewer buyers in January means less chance of bidding wars, giving you more negotiating power.

• Motivated Sellers: January sellers are often eager to close quickly due to job relocations or financial goals, leading to potential deals.

• Quicker Transactions: Lenders and title companies are less busy, enabling faster closings.

For Sellers:

• Serious Buyers Only: Buyers in January are typically more motivated, driven by immediate needs like job changes or tax benefits.

• Less Competition Among Listings: With fewer homes on the market, your property has a better chance to stand out.

Market Insights:

• While spring and summer are peak seasons, January presents unique opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Partnering with a skilled real estate agent can help you navigate the winter market and achieve your goals.

• ARE YOU:

• 🤔 Curious about real-time market activity in your neighborhood?

• 💰 Looking to find out your home’s value in minutes?

• 📋 Interested in viewing all active and coming soon listings?

• 🏠 Looking to help someone buy or sell a home in Lower Merion?

THURSDAY, JANUARY 2nd

• WICKED | FLOW | BABYGIRL | A COMPLETE UNKNOWN
  📍Bryn Mawr Film Institue | 🕒 Check Showtimes

• DJ

  📍Kelly’s Taproom | 🕒 9:00 p.m.

• Quizzo and Live DJ
  📍Gullifty’s | 🕒 8:30 p.m.

• Quizzo
  📍Sam’s Brick Oven Pizza

• Art Exhibition | The Cut-Up Club

  📍Main Line Art Center | 🕒 Gallery Hours

• Wolf Performing Arts Center

  • Auditions | 🔍Search offerings

  • Classes | 🔍 Search offerings

• Main Line Art Center

  • Adult and Youth classes start soon

    🔍 Search classes

• Live Music: Brownstein Family Band
  📍 Ardmore Music Hall | 🕒 Door open 7:15 - Showtime 8:00 p.m.

• Live Music: Marc Storace
  📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 6:30 p.m.

• Live Music: Karl’s Garcia Band (JGB Tribute)
  📍 118 North | 🕒 Doors 6:00 p.m | Show 8:00 p.m.

• Live Music: Chris Grunwald
  📍The Pullman | 🕒 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

PUT IT ON YOUR RADAR

• Quizzo Night |📍John Henry’s Pub | 📅 January 3rd | 🕒 9:00 p.m. | reservations recommended

• Live Music: Mitchell Street Philbillies | 📍Dawson’s Street Pub | 📅 January 3rd |🕒 TBD

• Milonga Celestial | 📍The Pivot Ballroom | 📅 January 4th | Dance to cool alternative and traditional Tango music.

• Date Night Workshop | 📍Main Line Art Center | 📅 Search Dates | Next Workshop is January 11th | 🕒6-8 PM

• BrewCafe Comedy Night | 📍Tired Hands Brewing Company | 📅 January 17th | A fun night of comedy with Belynda Cleare, Ryan Foster, and James McAliney.

• Tintype Portrait Day | 📍Lower Merion Historical Society | 📅 January 19th | Details and registration here.

• Jazz Jam Sessions | 📍McCloskey’s Tavern | 📅 Every Monday starting January 22nd | Bring your instrument and sit in with the band or just come enjoy!

• Quizzo | 📍Gullifty’s | 📅 Every Thursday | Enjoy specials and Quizzo with Johnny cheesesteaks

LOOKING FOR A BIGGER ADVENTURE?

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Gladwyne Library’s 51st Junior Author Contest

Narberth Borough Seeks Community Feedback on Master Parks Plan

🏀 Upcoming Harriton High School Athletics: Friday, January 3, 2025 🏃‍♀️

LOWER MERION LIBRARY SYSTEM

• ARDMORE

  • Ms. Dawnita’s Storytime | 📅 January 2nd | 🕒1:00 - 1:30 p.m.

• BELMONT

  • Open STEAM Day | 📅 January 2nd | 🕒 10:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• GLADWYNE

  • Art Exhibition (Freewheelin’ Again) | 📅 January 2nd | 🕒 10:00 - 8:00 p.m.

• LUDINGTON

  • Storytime with Miss Melody | 📅 January 2nd | 🕒11:00 - 11:30 a.m.

💡Check the full calendar of events by here. 💡

PARKS AND RECREATION

PARKS

• Parks fact sheet

• Become a Park Friend

• Here is a full list of all the parks, playgrounds and trails in Lower Merion.

💡This Week’s Park Spotlight: Appleford Estate 💡

Discover the historic charm and stunning gardens of Appleford Estate, a treasured gem in Lower Merion Township. We’re sharing the full story on our Facebook page. Head over to read more and tell us what you love about this incredible spot!

RECREATION

• Winter programs START SOON!

  • Winter 2025 information

• All facilities list

• All activities calendar

• Get your picnic or pavilion permit here

MUNICIPAL HIGHLIGHTS

LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP

• Holiday Week Refuse and Recycling collection on DECEMBER 2nd and 3rd.

• LM Report-it

  • Download app here

• Community Services

  • 💡Community service Spotlight | Home security assessment program | LMPD offers a FREE home security survey for township residents. Full details.

  • Find the full list of services offered here

NARBERTH BOROUGH

• Borough Council Work Session Meeting

• Recycling Collection Today

• Create your MyGov account

  • Report issues

  • Submit requests

  • Apply for Permits

• Narberth Park Plan

  • Check out the plan

  • Public feedback wanted | Complete survey here

PUT IT ON YOUR RADAR

• Holiday week refuse and recycling collection | 📅 December 30th - January 3rd | Special Holiday Collection schedule

• Martin Luther King Jr. Day | 📅 January 20th | Administration Building and Libraries CLOSED

DIRECTORIES

FOOD PANTRIES

• Ada Mutch Community Resource Center

  • Food Distribution | 📅 Tuesdays and Thursdays | 🕒 10:00 - 11:45 p.m. and 2:00 - 3:45 p.m.

  • Amazon Wish List

  • Volunteer

  • Donate

• Narberth Community Food Bank

  • Food Distribution | 📅 Tuesdays and Thursdays | 🕒 10:00 - 2:30 p.m.

  • Make a monetary donation

  • Donate Food or Volunteer

• Ardmore Food Pantry

  • Food Distribution | 📅 Mondays | 🕒 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. and 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

  • Make a monetary donation

  • Donate Food or Volunteer

• Mitzvah Food Program 

  • Food Distribution | 📅 Thursdays | 🕒 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

  • Make a monetary donation

  • Donation drop off | Please call: 215.832.0815