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ISSUE #012
👋 Good Morning, Lower Merion!
It’s FriYAY! We made it! There are so many great options available for you this weekend to either hang out with your crew, or perhaps find a crew. Let’s hope that snow chance is just a couple of flurries.
In today’s Spotlight:
💡MLK Spotlight Series: Ways To Honor, Celebrate, and Serve
💡Harrition and Lower Merion Athletic Events
💡LMSD Responds to Cybersecurity Breach, Offers Identity Protection
💡Ardmore CVS Fire Brought Under Control; No Injuries Reported
That’s just what we’re spotlighting. To check out everything else happening around Lower Merion and Narberth, keep on reading, we think you’ll find something useful.
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
Fun Fact Friday
5 Fascinating Facts About Penn Wynne
🌱 Garden Suburb Movement:
Penn Wynne was developed as part of the early 20th-century “garden suburb” trend, designed to emphasize green spaces, tree-lined streets, and a peaceful residential environment.
📚 Penn Wynne Library:
Established in 1929, the Penn Wynne Library has been a beloved community institution for nearly a century, serving as a hub for learning, family programs, and local events.
✡️ Jewish Community Growth:
In the mid-20th century, Penn Wynne became a popular suburb for Jewish families, fostering the growth of synagogues and cultural institutions that remain central to the community today.
🏠 Historic Homes:
Many homes in Penn Wynne date back to the early 1900s, featuring Colonial Revival and Tudor-style architecture, which reflects the neighborhood's historical charm and character.
🚉 Transportation Evolution:
The development of key roads like Wynnewood Road and proximity to public transit helped transform Penn Wynne from farmland to a bustling suburban neighborhood, making it a prime residential area.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
FRIDAY
Live Music: Connor Kaufman
📍 118 North | 🕒 4:00 PM on January 10, 2025Live Music: Jared Biddy
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 7:30 PM on January 10, 2025Live Music: Superunknown: Chris Cornell Tribute
📍 Ardmore Music Hall | 🕒 8:00 PM on January 10, 2025Live Music: Shaman: The Santana Experience
📍 118 North | 🕒 9:00 PM on January 10, 2025Quizzo Night
📍 John Henry's Pub | 🕒 9:00 PM on January 10, 2025Live Music: Chris Grunwald
📍 The Pullman | 🕒 6:00 - 9:00 PM on January 10, 2025Live Music: The Band Joe w/ Have Fun Don't Die
📍 Dawson Street Pub | 🕒 Time TBD on January 10, 2025
SATURDAY
Ardmore Winter Beer Fest: Island Getaway
📍 Ardmore Music Hall | 🕒 12:30 PM on January 11, 2025Live Music: Miss Mandy
📍 118 North | 🕒 4:00 PM on January 11, 2025Live Music: Jeff & Shay
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 7:30 PM on January 11, 2025Live Music: Unforgettable Fire
📍 Ardmore Music Hall | 🕒 8:00 PM on January 11, 2025Live Music: Lilly Moss w/ Olivia Love
📍 118 North | 🕒 9:00 PM on January 11, 2025Date Night Workshop
📍 Main Line Art Center | 🕒 6:00 - 8:00 PM on January 11, 2025Live Music: Chris Grunwald
📍 The Pullman | 🕒 6:00 - 9:00 PM on January 11, 2025Live Music: Manayunk Homeboys
📍 Dawson Street Pub | 🕒 Time TBD on January 11, 2025
SUNDAY
Live Music: Jerry Watkins
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 6:00 PM on January 12, 2025Live Music: Keyon Harrold
📍 Ardmore Music Hall | 🕒 7:00 PM on January 12, 2025Live Music: Socks in the Frying Pan
📍 118 North | 🕒 7:30 PM on January 12, 2025Sunday Funday - Balloon Twisting
📍 Garrett Hill Alehouse | 🕒 12:00 PM
RECURRING EVENTS
WICKED | FLOW | BABYGIRL | A COMPLETE UNKNOWN | A REAL PAIN
📍Bryn Mawr Film Institue | 🕒 Check ShowtimesArt Exhibition | The Cut-Up Club
📍Main Line Art Center | 🕒 Gallery Hours
Kaiserman JCC
Full Event Calendar | 🔍Search offerings
Wolf Performing Arts Center
Main Line Art Center
Adult and Youth classes start soon
🔍 Search classes
Playin’ Time Productions
📍Kelly Music Center | 🔍 Search classes
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MLK Spotlight Series: Ways to Honor, Celebrate, and Serve
Blood Donation Drives: The Gift of Life
 | Donating blood is a life-saving act of service that takes just an hour but can save up to three lives. Blood donation drives are critical for maintaining local hospitals' supply and supporting patients in emergencies, surgeries, and ongoing treatments. Hosting or participating in a blood drive is a powerful way to honor Dr. King’s legacy of service. Every drop counts, and your generosity could be the difference someone needs to survive. |
♠️Lower Merion High School Athletics♠️
 | Aces Weekend Schedule:Friday, January 10:
Saturday, January 11:
Check out the full schedule here for updates! |
🐏Harriton High School Athletics🐏
 | Rams Weekend Schedule:Friday, January 10:
Saturday, January 11:
Check the full schedule here for updates! |
LMSD Responds to Cybersecurity Breach, Offers Identity Protection
 | The Lower Merion School District reported a data breach of its PowerSchool system, potentially exposing personal information of staff and students. The district is working with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to investigate. PowerSchool will offer credit monitoring and identity protection services to those affected. |
Ardmore CVS Fire Brought Under Control; No Injuries Reported
 Photo courtesy of Merion Fire Company Facebook Page | Firefighters from the Merion Fire Company of Ardmore responded to a fire at the CVS on Lancaster Avenue Thursday morning. Crews quickly contained the fire in the loading dock area and cleared smoke from the building. No injuries were reported. The community thanks the Merion Fire Company for their quick response and dedication to keeping Ardmore safe. |
LOWER MERION LIBRARY SYSTEM
PENN WYNNE: Baby Time
📍 Penn Wynne Library, PW Meeting Room | 🕒 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
📚 Categories: Storytimes
👥 Audience: Babies (6 weeks to 12 months)GLADWYNE: Sit n’ Stitch
📍 Gladwyne Library, Gladwyne Meeting Room | 🕒 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
📚 Categories: Arts & Crafts
👥 Audience: AdultsBELMONT: Fun Friday
📍 Belmont Hills Library | 🕒 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📚 Categories: Arts & Crafts
👥 Audience: All
💡Check the full calendar of events by here. 💡
PARKS AND RECREATION
PARK AND REC NEWS
Winter programs START SOON!
Winter 2025 information
All activities calendar
MUNICIPAL HIGHLIGHTS - LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP
UPCOMING COUNCIL/COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Planning Commission
📍 Date: January 13, 2025 | 🕒 7:00 PMShade Tree Commission
📍 Date: January 14, 2025 | 🕒 7:00 PMPolice Committee
📍 Date: January 15, 2025 | 🕒 6:00 PMFinance Committee
📍 Date: January 15, 2025 | 🕒 6:30 PMBuilding & Planning Committee
📍 Date: January 15, 2025 | 🕒 7:00 PM
MORE INFO
MUNICIPAL HIGHLIGHTS - NARBERTH BOROUGH
UPCOMING COUNCIL/COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Police Advisory Committee
📍 Date: January 14, 2025 | 🕒 7:30 AMParks & Rec Board Meeting
📍 Date: January 14, 2025 | 🕒 7:00 PMZoning Hearing Board Meeting
📍 Date: January 15, 2025 | 🕒 7:00 PMFinance & Administration Committee Meeting
📍 Date: January 16, 2025 | 🕒 6:00 PMBorough Council Business Meeting
📍 Date: January 16, 2025 | 🕒 7:00 PM
MORE INFO
PUT IT ON YOUR RADAR
Martin Luther King Jr. Day | 📅 January 20th | Administration Building and Libraries CLOSED
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