Hey, Lower Merion! Your Weekly Spotlight is Here!๐Ÿ’ก

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๐ŸŒž Morning, Neighbors! The weather looks fantastic this weekโ€ฆno complaints here! The Eagles may have had an ugly first game, but a win is a win, and Iโ€™m thrilled football is back on the schedule. That said, Iโ€™m not quite ready for the pumpkins and Halloween dรฉcor just yet! There are plenty of great events coming up around Lower Merion in the weeks ahead, and I hope youโ€™ll get a chance to enjoy at least one.

Do you have an upcoming event to share with us? Want your business in the spotlight? Please send an email here with details: [email protected] 

Have a wonderful day โ˜€๏ธ - Carolyn

๐Ÿ’ซ LOCAL EVENTS COMING UP!๐Ÿ’ซ

Belmont Hills Library

Free Craft Friday at Belmont Hills Library

Every Friday 3-5pm

Come join in on the fun. No registration is required!

โšฝ๏ธ Narberth Athletic Association ๐Ÿˆ

Fall Programming About to Kick Off this weekend:

Soccer

Boys Flag Football

Girls Flag Football

Lower Merion Library System

College Financial Aid Workshop

Tuesday, Sept 9th- 6:30PM
Learn how recent changes in financial aid may impact what youโ€™ll pay for college and how to plan smartly. Get practical strategies to reduce costs, predict aid, and avoid excess debt.

๐Ÿ“Œ Great for parents of 7thโ€“12th graders
๐ŸŽ Includes a free personal college planning session!

Lower Merion Township Sustainability FB Page

๐ŸŒณ Free Tree Health Workshop
Learn about Tree Choice & Care with the Bala Cynwyd Tree Tenders and Bartlett Tree Experts.


๐Ÿ“ Bala Cynwyd Library
๐Ÿ“… Tuesday, Sept. 9th- 7pm

City Ave District

๐ŸŽจ 3rd Annual Bala Avenue Art Walk
๐Ÿ“… Sunday, Sept 14 | 11 AMโ€“3 PM
๐Ÿ“ Bala Ave

Join us for an open-air celebration featuring 30+ local artists, live music, food, drinks & family fun!

โœจ Highlights:

  • Kid activities: face painting, balloon artists & bounce house

  • Local art vendors ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ

  • Live music by Jack Mangene & Michael James ๐ŸŽถ

  • Food vendors & a Beer Garden by Triple Bottom Brewing ๐Ÿบ

Free & open to the public | Pay-as-you-go for food, drinks & art.

Gladwyne Library

๐Ÿฆ… Eagles Tailgate & Fundraiser โ€“

Join us for an unforgettable Eagles Tailgate and Fundraiser on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 4:30 PM at the Union League Guard House. This spirited event promises great food, drinks, and camaraderie as we rally behind our team and support a worthy cause.

All proceeds will go toward supporting the Gladwyne Library.

GO BIRDS!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธSAVE THE DATE!๐Ÿ—“๏ธ

Senior Living Specialist

๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Senior Living Event โ€“ Bryn Mawr
๐Ÿ“… Thursday, Sept. 18

9:30 AMโ€“12 PM

Join Senior Living Specialists Philly and Penn Memory Center for a free screening of Matter of Mind: My Alzheimerโ€™s.

Then stay for a post-film discussion led by Penn Memory Care
๐Ÿ“ Bryn Mawr Film Institute

824 W Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr

Gladwyne Cub Scouts Fall Recruitment Events!

Saturday, Sept 13th

and Saturday, Sept 20th

Narberth Online FB Page

 ๐ŸŒ•โœจ Family Movie Night โ€“ E.T. at Sabine Park
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, Sept. 20 

โฐ 7 PM | ๐Ÿ“ Narberth, PA
(Rain date: Sun, Sept. 21)
Join us under the stars for a free showing of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial ๐Ÿšฒ๐Ÿ‘ฝ๐Ÿ’ซ! Bring blankets, snacks, and your best alien impressions ๐Ÿ›ธ๐Ÿฟ. Sponsored by Narberth Parks & Recreation.

Harriton Historic House and Park

๐Ÿ‚ Harriton Farmstead Fair
Celebrate fall at the 35th Annual Farmstead Fair! Enjoy living history, bluegrass music, raptor demos, LEGO play, kidsโ€™ games, craft vendors, food, and more.
๐Ÿ“ Harriton House, Bryn Mawr
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, Sept. 27

10 AMโ€“4 PM
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free admission & parking

Plant 4 Good Website

Plant 4 Good

100 Cricket Ave, Ardmore

Plant 4 Good just released their awesome line up of workshops scheduled for September. Check it out!

Check out our fellow LM resident, Fredric Blumโ€™s, Art Exhibition coming up this month- Sept 13th through Oct 4th!

Riverbend Environmental Center

๐Ÿ“ฃ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽƒ Shiverfest 2025 !

๐Ÿ“… Sat, Oct 4 from 3โ€“8 PM

Join us at Riverbend for a full day of fall fun..trick-or-treat trail, insect show, pony rides, face painting, haunted trails, arts & crafts, food trucks & more.

For nearly 40 years, this Gladwyne tradition has brought families together for seasonal fun and unforgettable memories. Tickets sell out every year, so grab yours soon! ๐ŸŽŸ
๐Ÿ“ Riverbend Environmental Education Center

JCC Kaiserman FB Page

Fall Fest Market at JCC

Sat, Oct. 12

Are you a local artisan, artist, crafter, or maker? We invite you to join us at our 4th Annual Fall Festival to be part of our Maker's Market. We want everyone to get a jump on their holiday shopping and support local, small businesses like you!

Ardmore Business Association FB Page

๐ŸŽƒ Ardmore Day ๐ŸŽƒ
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, Oct 18 | 11 AMโ€“4 PM
๐Ÿ“ Schauffele Plaza

Join us for a full day of free family fun!

๐Ÿพ Ardbark Dog Parade & Costume Contest โ€“ hosted by Michael Barkann of NBC Sports
๐Ÿฌ Childrenโ€™s Spooktacular Parade & Candy Scavenger Hunt โ€“ new this year!
๐ŸŽถ Live Music & Entertainment all day
๐ŸŽจ Face Painting, Caricatures & More
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Sidewalk Sales & Local Finds
๐Ÿ” Food Vendors & Restaurants
๐Ÿš— Family Fun Zone โ€“ bumper cars, mini golf & train rides

Ardmore Music Hall

๐Ÿ‚๐ŸŽƒ Halloween Funky Brunch and Market

Saturday, Oct 25th 11AM-3PM

Join us for our Halloween Funky Brunch & Marketโ€”with local craft vendors, great food & drinks, and live music from the AMH Family Band.

Family Friendly and Free Admission!

Riverbend Environmental FB Page

Riverbend Holiday Market

๐ŸŒŸ Call for Vendors! ๐ŸŒŸ
Riverbendโ€™s Holiday Market is coming Sat, Dec 6 (11โ€“4 PM) in Gladwyne! Weโ€™re seeking local artists, makers & growers to showcase handcrafted, eco-friendly goodsโ€”art, jewelry, seasonal treats & moreโ€”in a beautiful outdoor setting.

๐Ÿ“ Riverbend Environmental Education Center
๐ŸŽ Free to attend | Vendors: 10% of sales
โœ… Apply by Oct 1

๐Ÿ—๏ธTownship Updates๐Ÿ—๏ธ

Lower Merion Township

๐Ÿ’ซ Fall Clean Up Weekend!

Oct 4th and 5th

Recycle mixed paper, textiles and commingled items. Small appliances, textiles, plastic, glass, paper, and more.

Save The Date!

Lower Merion Parks and Recreation

๐Ÿ‚ Looking for Fall Fun?
Lower Merion Township Parks & Recreation has a full lineup of programs for ALL ages! ๐Ÿž๏ธ๐Ÿ€๐ŸŽจ
๐Ÿ Fall registration now open for township residents โ€” donโ€™t miss out!

๐Ÿฅ˜ FOOD AND DRINK๐Ÿป

Tired Hands Brewery

๐Ÿป Tired Hands 2nd Annual Beer Party!
Join us at the Beer Park on Sat, Oct 18 for 20+ breweries, food trucks & live music! ๐ŸŽถ

  • GA (1โ€“4 PM): $65 adv / $75 day of

  • VIP (12โ€“4 PM): $95 + surprises โœจ

    4901 West Chester Pike, Newtown Sq (~20 min car ride down the road)

Benefiting the Delaware County Veterans Memorial!

Take Advantage of $10 off for all LM Spotlight Subscribers!

โฐ Lower Merion Call to Action โฐ

Lower Merion Cares

Can you help donate?

๐Ÿ˜๏ธ Gladwyne- AUGUST Market Summary ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ

Gladwyne DATA

What Downsizing Sellers Should Know in Gladwyne!

Gladwyneโ€™s housing market strongly favors sellers right now, with just 1.46 months of inventory down 54% from last month and 61% from last year. Homes are selling fast, with a median of only 6 days on the market.

The median sold price is $2,270,000, and properties are closing at about 93% of list price. For downsizing sellers, this means pricing strategically is key to attracting serious buyers while leveraging todayโ€™s competitive conditions.

Thinking about making a move?

Letโ€™s talk! โ˜Ž๏ธ

Hill Top Prep

The Neurodiversity Success Center (NSC).  The NSC offers evidence-based programming like PEERSยฎ social skills intervention, executive function coaching, and college advising for neurodiverse adolescents and young adults. By partnering with experienced providers and removing common barriers to access, the NSC empowers individuals to gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive in school, relationships, and in life.

Have a great week everyone! Go Birds! ๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿฆ