👋 Morning Lower Merion, thanks for being here! Hopefully the 4th was with you and you were able to get out and enjoy some Cinco De Mayo festivities? Too bad the weather had different plans yesterday. From the looks of the forecast, it has the same plan for most of the week, so keep that umbrella close by 🙄.

If you’d like to see your event shared with the community, be sure to email and let us know. You can also list it for free HERE in The Main Line Guide. Let’s keep the community connected!

Have a great day and week!

The Lower Merion Spotlight Crew 😊 

💡SPOTLIGHT EVENT💡

Clover Market- Bryn Mawr

🛍️ Bryn Mawr Markets 2025: A Day of Shopping, Dining, and Fun!
📅 Sunday, May 18th
🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Downtown Bryn Mawr, PA

Get ready for an exciting day out in downtown Bryn Mawr! The Bryn Mawr Markets will feature 90+ curated vendors offering a wide variety of handmade and vintage goods. In addition to unique shopping opportunities, enjoy:

• Food trucks serving up delicious bites

• Live music to keep the vibe lively

• Free kids' crafts for the little ones

• More shopping and dining options around town

It’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday, supporting local businesses while enjoying the sights and sounds of Bryn Mawr!

 💫 MORE LOCAL EVENTS! 💫 

FROM LOCAL FUN TO TRAVELING LIKE A PRO

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.

LOOKING TO GET FOUND BY THE FOODIES? GET IN THE GUIDE!

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 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.

💡 Business Spotlight:💡

Balance Bridge

Meet Balance Bridge: Wellness & Connection for Real Life 🌿

Kyrie Michaud is the founder of Balance Bridge, where we help people and organizations find more ease, connection, and well-being, on and off the mat. With over 14 years of experience in education and wellness, she created Balance Bridge to be a space where individuals and teams can build stronger communities from the inside out.

Through yoga and mindfulness sessions, educational consulting for parents, and wellness events, we offer tools that support balance, growth, and belonging. Whether it’s a corporate wellness class, a school training, or a community event, Balance Bridge meets people where they are, and helps them get where they want to be.

Want to bring calm, clarity, and connection to your space?
Learn more at www.balancebridgeconsulting.com or @balancebridgeconsulting

LOOKING FOR A BIGGER ADVENTURE?

 🏡 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! ☎️

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?

Weekly Weather Forecast For Lower Merion Township

• Tuesday: 🌦️ Scattered Showers | High: 74°F | Low: 56°F

• Wednesday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 74°F | Low: 56°F

• Thursday: 🌧️ Light Rain | High: 74°F | Low: 52°F

• Friday: 🌧️ Rain | High: 64°F | Low: 49°F

• Saturday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 70°F | Low: 52°F

• Sunday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 74°F | Low: 53°F

• Monday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 78°F | Low: 58°F