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🌞 Good Morning, Lower Merion! We hope you had a relaxing and fun Memorial Day weekend—whether it was filled with family, friends, or a little peaceful solitude. It's hard to believe June is right around the corner! This week brings a great lineup of events, plus some awesome recurring happenings to enjoy all summer long. Check them out below! Got something you’d like to share with the community? Send it our way. Have a fantastic week! ❤️🤍💙

The Lower Merion Spotlight Crew 😊 

💡SPOTLIGHT EVENT💡

Family Fun Day at Ashbridge Park

Rosemont Villanova Civic Association Website

Saturday, June 1st from 3-5pm
Featuring Critter Connections, Ice Cream and Ambulance Tours at Ashbridge Park- 1301 Montgomery Ave!

Bring the whole family!!

 💫 MORE LOCAL EVENTS THIS WEEK! 💫 

Lower Merion Library System Website

🐉 Dragon Boat Festival Crafternoon
📍 Gladwyne Library, 362 Righters Mill Rd
🗓 Wednesday, May 28 | 3–5 PM

Celebrate the ancient Chinese Dragon Boat Festival with a fun drop-in craft session in the children’s room! Kids can get creative with colorful paper, stickers, and markers while learning about this unique cultural tradition.

💉 American Red Cross Blood Drive
📍 Ardmore Presbyterian 

🗓 Friday, May 30, 2025 \ 1-6pm

Considering donating blood to the upcoming Blood Drive! ❤️

Pre-register in advance to save time at the event!

Shift Website

♻️ Mother Compost Spring Pop-Up
Saturday, May 31 | 11 AM – 6 PM
SHIFT, 250 Haverford Ave, Narberth

Mother Compost is rolling into SHIFT with truckloads of nutrient-rich compost—just in time for your spring gardening! 🌱

Bin Swap members and SHIFT visitors can grab bagged compost at 30% off—only $8.50 per bag. Don’t miss this great deal from our local composting pros!

Eventbrite Website

📚 BG's ABCs with Brandon Graham
📍 Children's Book World, Haverford
🗓 Saturday, May 31 | 10:00–11:30 AM

Join Super Bowl champ Brandon Graham, co-author Lesley Van Arsdall, and illustrator Mr. Tom for a fun-filled morning celebrating their new book BG's ABCs! Great for young readers and Eagles fans alike!

Haverford Historical Society Website

🎉 17th Annual Haverford Heritage Festival
📍 Karakung Drive, Havertown
🗓 Sunday, June 1 | 11 AM – 4 PM

Celebrate local history with music, food, crafts, and family fun at this beloved community tradition hosted by the Haverford Township Historical Society!

💫 ONGOING EVENTS THIS SUMMER! 💫 

Narberth Online Website

🎵 FREE Concerts in the Park
📍 Chet Tyson Pavilion
🗓 Wednesdays starting June 4 | 7:00 PM

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets for a relaxing night under the stars. A perfect midweek outing for the whole family!

  • 6/4Mysterious Ways (U2 Tribute)

  • 6/11San Noche (Reggae Vibes)

  • 6/18Craig Bickhardt (Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter)

  • 6/25Not Tuna (Hot Tuna/Airplane & More) w/ Harold Messinger & Molly Grace

  • 7/9The Wankers (Brit Pop)

  • 7/16Dead Flowers (Rolling Stones Tribute)

  • 7/23Julie Gold (Grammy-Winning Singer-Songwriter, “From a Distance”)

  • 7/30John Bickel & Cordelia Blue (B3-Powered R+B)

Narberth Farmers Market FB Page

🧺 Narberth Farmers Market
Thursdays, May–October from 3-7pm

@ Station Circle, Narberth
Connect with local growers and makers every Thursday in downtown Narberth! Enjoy fresh, seasonal produce and artisanal goods while supporting your community.

💚 A portion of each market’s harvest is donated to the Narberth Food Bank.

Mark your calendars for the Cornucopious Farm Stand at the Kaiserman JCC this summer! Enjoy fresh, organic produce on select Mondays: 

June 9, June 23,

July 7, July 21,

August 4, and August 18

from 3 PM to 6 PM.

📷 Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts website

🎶 Bryn Mawr Twilight Concert Series
📍 Community Gazebo,

Downtown Bryn Mawr

Enjoy live music in a cozy, lawn-friendly setting! Bring your own chair and relax under the stars at this beloved concert series. Events are a mix of free and ticketed shows, with drinks available for purchase—both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. A perfect way to spend summer evenings in the heart of Bryn Mawr!

GULLIFTY’S ON THE RISE

Don't look now, but a lively discussion on the Main Line Restaurant Reviews Facebook page suggests Gullifty's in Bryn Mawr is making a notable comeback! While some recalled less-than-stellar experiences in the past, many recent patrons praise significant improvements, with one calling it 'the best it's ever been.' Enthusiastic comments highlight delicious dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. And for a truly delightful family outing, word is that Tuesday nights feature a super talented balloon artist, making it extra special for the little ones! This signals a promising return for the long-standing establishment.

FROM FORGOTTEN LOT TO FLOURISHING COMMUNITY JEWEL

📷 Merion Botanical Garden Website

Founded in 1944, the Society began its mission by transforming an abandoned lot into what is now Merion Botanical Park, located at 100 Merion Rd, Merion Station, PA 19066. Working with Lower Merion Township to acquire a neighboring parcel, the Society helped develop the land into a beautiful 13-acre public botanical garden—now owned by the Township and cherished by the community. Most of the park features lush lawn areas with carefully planted specimen trees and shrubs, each labeled with botanical signs and QR codes that offer detailed species information. A list of adoptable specimens and existing memorial trees is also available for those wishing to contribute.

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LOWER MERION WEATHER

  • Tuesday: ☁️ Cloudy | High: 71°F | Low: 54°F

  • Wednesday: 🌧️ Light Rain | High: 58°F | Low: 57°F

  • Thursday: 🌧️ Light Rain | High: 75°F | Low: 60°F

  • Friday: 🌧️ Light Rain | High: 71°F | Low: 58°F

  • Saturday: 🌧️ Rain | High: 73°F | Low: 56°F

  • Sunday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 74°F | Low: 59°F

  • Monday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 80°F | Low: 63°F