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💡Friday Round Up- LM and Narberth Events
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👋 Morning Lower Merion, thanks for being here! It’s the First Friday in May! YAY! Whether you're looking to explore a local festival, join a community initiative, or just enjoy the season in style — we've got something for you this weekend! If you have any events you’d like to share, we’d love to hear from you — let’s keep the community connected!
Have a great day and weekend!
The Lower Merion Spotlight Crew 😊
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Whether it’s an outdoor excursion, a mini adventure with the family, or some nighttime entertainment you’re looking for, The Main Line Guide has you covered. Explore local events and see what the Lower Merion area has to offer.
💡SPOTLIGHT EVENT💡
Ardmore Spring Fest 2025
Ardmore Spring Fest FB Page
🌼 The Ardmore Spring Fest Is BACK – TOMORROW, Saturday, May 3rd!
Location: Schauffele Plaza, Ardmore | Time: 11 AM – 5 PM
Join us for the 2nd Annual Ardmore Spring Fest — a high-energy, family-friendly celebration of everything we love about spring! This year’s festival is bigger and better than ever, bringing together the entire community for a full day of fun, food, and local pride.
🎶 Live Music from local bands and performers
🍔 Food & Drink from favorite Ardmore eateries and pop-up vendors
🎨 Local Artists & Makers Market featuring handmade goods, art, and gifts
🎈 Kids Zone with games, activities, crafts, and more for all ages
🎉 Free Admission – All are welcome!
💫 MORE LOCAL EVENTS! 💫
 Narberth Civic Association Events Page | Join the Narberth Civic Association for NarbEarth Day 2025 tomorrow! 🗓 Date: Saturday, May 3 (Rain Date: Sunday, May 4) A family-friendly celebration of sustainability and community! Enjoy local green vendors, a kid’s swap, book sale, live music, games, food, and more. Let’s come together to support eco-friendly living. |
 Plant 4 Good- Awaken the Inner Healing Workshop | ✨ Holistic Healing Workshop for WomenConnect, ground, and heal in this empowering experience designed for women ready to go inward and reconnect with their energy. 🧘♀️ Includes energy-clearing, grounding meditation, Reiki, and self-healing tools — plus a take-home gift bag and post-event resource guide. 📅 Wednesday May 7, 6–8 PM |
 Lower Merion Cares FB Page | Lower Merion Cares -Spring Pop Up ShopDate: Monday, May 5, 2025 Lower Merion Cares supports neighbors in need by providing free seasonal clothing at local food pantries, along with essentials like school supplies, gift cards, and resource connections. Their mission is to uplift the community and promote well-being—meeting people where they are with compassion and care. 👐 Want to help? Volunteer your time or donate essentials to make a direct impact. |
 | 📚 Sea Legs Book Event @ Children's Book WorldJoin CBW for a special author event with Jules Bakes & Niki Smith as they celebrate their new graphic novel Sea Legs! 🗓️ When: May 2 at 4:30 PM Sea Legs is a heartfelt, funny graphic memoir about life at sea, friendship, and growing up — perfect for middle grade readers. 👉 Don’t miss this fun meet-the-authors event and grab a signed copy! |
TIRED OF FACEBOOK GROUP GUESSWORK?
 | Stop scrolling through endless “What’s the best…?” threads and dodging Aunt Karen’s casserole recipes. The Main Line Guide has your back! We’ve got the real scoop on the Main Line and surrounding area’s best events, activities, and food deals…no group chat drama required. Get straight to the good stuff and leave the wild goose chase behind. |
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At some point, it’s likely you will be deciding where to grab a bite or a drink. Our goal here is to provide you some inspiration. If you know of a drink, dish, spot, deal, or sweet treat you think everyone should know about, make sure to e-mail us at [email protected] so we can get it in our events lineup.
 Izzy’s Instagram | 🍣 Roll Into Happy Hour at Izzy’s!Izzy’s Ardmore has you covered Wednesday through Saturday from 4–6 PM with crave-worthy bites and sips that won’t break the bank. 🔥 Specials:
✨ Great vibes, bold flavors, and serious happy hour energy await! If you haven’t been yet- check it out! |
 📸Southern Cross Kitchen FB page | DERBY WATCH PARTY AT SCKGallop into fun at the Kentucky Derby Watch Party on May 3rd! Enjoy mint juleps, tasty bites, and games from 5-9 PM. Tickets $60—grab yours at SouthernCrossKitchen.com! |
TIRED OF FACEBOOK GROUP GUESSWORK?
| Stop scrolling through endless “What’s the best…?” threads and dodging Aunt Karen’s casserole recipes. The Main Line Guide has your back! We’ve got the real scoop on the Main Line and surrounding area’s best events, activities, and food deals…no group chat drama required. Get straight to the good stuff and leave the wild goose chase behind. |
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Our Lifestyle section spotlights the diverse and exciting activities available in and around Lower Merion! Here, readers will discover a variety of local lifestyle vibes designed to inspire mini-adventures, enrich daily life, or perhaps even help find your people. Enjoy exploring all this vibrant community has to offer!
NATURE’S CHARM: Appleford Estate’s Gardens
📸 Appleford Website
Appleford Estate, a historic 24-acre property in Villanova, offers a nature escape with serene trails and formal gardens. Open daily at 770 Mt. Moro Road, its rose garden, boxwood maze, ponds, and waterfall create a peaceful retreat. Wander through manicured landscapes, an arboretum, and bird sanctuary, enjoying the beauty of this 300-year-old estate. It’s a free, tranquil spot to walk, picnic, or birdwatch—check their calendar for availability! Learn more HERE.
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Lower Merion Library System
We are so fortunate to have such an amazing and robust library system here in Lower Merion. The activities, events, day to day operations, resources, collections, and expertise are top notch. Let’s support them with their upcoming fundraising efforts and events!
 Belmont Hills Library  Penn Wynne Library  Gladwyne Library | Belmont Hills Library BINGO Night! 🎉Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025 Get ready for a fun night out! Each ticket includes: 10 rounds of BINGO with prizes from local businesses, Comedy set by Mr. Keith and Live music by a local band. PENN WYNNE Appetite for Books 2025! 📚🍷 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025 Time: 7:00–9:30 PM Location: Penn Wynne Library Enjoy:Light bites and beverages from Boardroom Spirits, Conshohocken Brewing Company, Chaddsford Winery, P.J. Whelihans, Care Package Bakes, and more silent auction/raffle prizes. Come out, connect with neighbors, and help support the library’s programming and collection! Gladwyne Free Library Spring Fundraiser 🌸 April 15-May 15th Support the library and celebrate the season with fresh blooms! We've partnered with BloomBox to bring you a fun and easy way to brighten your home while giving back to your community.
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🏡 Mortgage Market Update – May 2025
Good news for homebuyers: mortgage rates are trending slightly downward as economic data cools. Here’s what you need to know this month:
📉 30-Year Fixed Rate: Averaging around 6.6% — the lowest we've seen in recent weeks
⏱️ 15-Year Fixed Rate: Holding steady near 5.9%
📊 Why the Drop? A dip in job openings and slowing economic growth are easing pressure on rates, but future inflation or Fed decisions could still shift the trend.
💡 What This Means for You:
Buyers: A lower rate means more affordability — locking in now could save thousands over the life of a loan.
Sellers: Softer rates may draw more buyers back into the market.
Want to talk more about rates or be connected with a trusted mortgage lender? I’d love to chat- reach out today! ☎️
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Weekly Weather Forecast For Lower Merion Township
Friday: ☁️ Cloudy | High: 83°F | Low: 63°F
Saturday: ⛈️ Heavy Thunderstorm | High: 82°F | Low: 63°F
Sunday: 🌧️ Light Rain | High: 75°F | Low: 61°F
Monday: 🌧️ Rain | High: 68°F | Low: 59°F
Tuesday: ⛈️ Heavy Thunderstorm | High: 71°F | Low: 57°F
Wednesday: ☁️ Mostly Cloudy | High: 73°F | Low: 58°F
Thursday: 🌦️ Chance of Showers | High: 73°F | Low: 54°F
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