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Now, let’s get to checking out all the amazing things happening locally this week!
In the Spotlight:
💡The MLK Day of Service Series: Daily Ways to Give Back
💡MLK Community Events
💡Auditions Open for Venice Island’s 3rd Annual Children’s Theater Production
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
💡 Spotlighting Local Life
📝 Community Services and Resources
☀️ Lower Merion Weather
Monday Market Update
🏡 Real Estate Listing Update – January 2025
📍Lower Merion Township:
Active Listings: 62
(January 2024: 96 listings – a noticeable year-over-year decrease)
📍Narberth Borough:
Active Listings: 2
(January 2024: Approximately 29 sales – reflecting fewer available properties this year)
💡 What This Means:
The real estate market in both Lower Merion Township and Narberth continues to tighten, with fewer homes available for potential buyers compared to last year. This trend indicates increased competition for properties and an opportune time for sellers to list their homes.
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Keller Williams Main Line
SPECIAL EVENTS
Monday, January 13, 2025
Live Music: Mike Donato
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 6:00 PM
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Live Music: Jack Mangene
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 6:00 PMNo Buy-In Texas Hold'Em
📍 Great American Pub Narberth | 🕒 8:00 PM
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Live Music: Jerry Watkins
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 6:30 PMComedy Night: Brendan Donegan & Tyler Wolf
📍 118 North | 🕒 7:30 PMWine Wednesday Tasting Series
📍 Local Wine & Kitchen | 🕒 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Live Music: Dead Band
📍 118 North | 🕒 6:00 PMLive Music: Danny Lynch
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 6:30 PMLive Music: Fat Mezz
📍 Ardmore Music Hall | 🕒 8:00 PMQuizzo
📍 Gullifty's | 🕒 8:30 PMLive Music: Chris Grunwald
📍 The Pullman | 🕒 5:30 - 8:30 PMWest Coast Swing
📍 Pivot Ballroom | 🕒 Time TBD
Friday, January 17, 2025
Live Music: Elise Frasch
📍 118 North | 🕒 4:00 PMLive Music: Elise Noel
📍 118 North | 🕒 4:00 PMLive Music: Reggae Thunder
📍 118 North | 🕒 7:00 PMLive Music: Jim Lyman
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 7:30 PMLive Music: The Ledbetters: Pearl Jam Tribute
📍 Ardmore Music Hall | 🕒 8:00 PMQuizzo Night
📍 John Henry's Pub | 🕒 9:00 PMLive Music: Rich Lanzilotti
📍 The Pullman | 🕒 6:00 - 9:00 PMBrewCafe Comedy Night
📍 Tired Hands Brewing Company | 🕒 Time TBDLive Music: Speeding Arrow
📍 Dawson Street Pub | 🕒 Time TBD
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Live Music: Dan Reed
📍 118 North | 🕒 4:00 PMLive Music: Chris Foux
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 7:30 PMLive Music: Tell Me Lies: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
📍 Ardmore Music Hall | 🕒 8:00 PMLive Music: The Bar Band
📍 118 North | 🕒 8:30 PMLive Music: Chris Grunwald
📍 The Pullman | 🕒 6:00 - 9:00 PMLive Music: Bitchfork w/ Kikashima and Camera Thief
📍 Dawson Street Pub | 🕒 Time TBD
Sunday, January 19, 2025
Live Music: Wally Smith Hammond Organ Trio
📍 118 North | 🕒 4:00 PMLive Music: Jerry Watkins
📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 6:00 PMLive Music: Billy Price Band
📍 118 North | 🕒 8:00 PMTintype Portrait Day
📍 Lower Merion Historical Society | 🕒 Time TBD
RECURRING EVENTS
12th Annual A Cappella Sing Off | Hosted by Rotary Club of Ardmore
📍Penn Valley Elementary School | 📅 February 2nd | Get TIXWICKED | 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
Reflect and Discuss: Inspire Meaningful Conversations
Take time as a family or group to reflect on Dr. King’s powerful words and how they relate to our lives today. Use prompts like, “What does it mean to stand up for what’s right?” or “How can we create positive change in our community?” to spark thoughtful discussions. Reflecting on his legacy encourages empathy, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of equality and justice — essential steps toward honoring his dream.
MLK Community Events
Lower Merion School District's Afternoon of Service
📅 Friday, January 17, 2025
📍 Lower Merion High School Cafeteria
Join LMSD families in honoring Dr. King's legacy through service projects.Narberth Borough MLK Peace Walk
📅 Sunday, January 19, 2025
📍 Narberth Park
A peaceful walk through town to celebrate Dr. King's message of unity and non-violence.Freedom & Justice Musical Celebration
📅 Monday, January 20, 2025
📍 Conshohocken United Methodist Church
An uplifting event with performances celebrating Dr. King's legacy through music.MLK Day of Service – Invasive Plant Removal
📍 Location: Preserve (specific details provided upon registration)
🕒 Date: Monday, January 20, 2025 | Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pmJoin the effort to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by participating in an invasive plant removal project at the preserve. This family-friendly event is open to all ages, with a focus on maintaining the health and beauty of native plants. Every helping hand makes a difference! 🌱
👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/3ZE4Hoj
MLK Day of Edible Crafts at The Candy Lab
📍 22 E Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA
🕒 January 20, 2025 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Create 8–10 edible crafts out of candy, fruit, and vegetables, along with other fun candy-themed games.MLK Day of Service at Harriton Preserve
📍 Location: 500 Harriton Road, Bryn Mawr, PA
🕒 Date: Monday, January 20, 2025 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pmJoin the Friends of the Harriton Preserve and community partners for their Annual MLK Day of Service! Help beautify and activate the preserve by participating in a hands-on service project. Bring shears! Boots and layers are recommended to stay comfortable while working outdoors.
📧 RSVP: [email protected]
📞 Contact: 610-349-3258
Auditions Open for Venice Island’s 3rd Annual Children’s Theater Production
Join the cast of Unwritten: A Libraria Tale, an original musical with a captivating story and memorable songs. Community auditions for children (7+), teens, and adults take place on January 18, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Venice Island Performing Arts Center. No stage experience is needed. Rehearsals begin Tuesdays, Thursdays (6–8 PM), and Saturdays (12–2 PM). Show dates are March 14-16 and March 21-23. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity!
Click HERE for more info.
LOWER MERION LIBRARY SYSTEM
Monday, January 13th
Gladwyne: Hands-on Science with the Academy of Natural Sciences
📍 Gladwyne Library, Junior Room | 🕒 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📚 Categories: STEM/STEAM
👥 Audience: Kids, FamiliesBALA CYNWYD: Story Time
📍 Bala Cynwyd Library | 🕒 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
📚 Categories: Storytimes
👥 Audience: Kids, Families, Babies & ToddlersGladwyne: Toddler Story Time with Ms. Kathleen
📍 Gladwyne Library, Meeting Room | 🕒 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
📚 Categories: Basic Literacy, Storytimes
👥 Audience: Babies & ToddlersGladwyne: Prints Charming
📍 Gladwyne Library, Meeting Room | 🕒 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
📚 Categories: Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy
👥 Audience: Adults, Older AdultsBALA CYNWYD: Crafter's Corner
📍 Bala Cynwyd Library | 🕒 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
📚 Categories: Arts & Crafts
👥 Audience: KidsBELMONT: Game Night
📍 Belmont Hills Library | 🕒 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
📚 Categories: Gaming
👥 Audience: Adults, Teens, Kids, Families, TweensARDMORE: Rhinestone Peacock Art with Mrs. Mayuri
📍 Ardmore Library, Processing Center Meeting Room | 🕒 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📚 Categories: Arts & Crafts
👥 Audience: AdultsPenn Wynne: Teen Time (Grades 6-12): New Year Escape Room
📍 Penn Wynne Library, Meeting Room | 🕒 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📚 Categories: Puzzle/Game Event
👥 Audience: Teens
💡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
Narberth Park Plan
Click HERE for community resources
PUT IT ON YOUR RADAR
Martin Luther King Jr. Day | 📅 January 20th | Administration Building and Libraries CLOSED
Weekly Weather Forecast For Lower Merion Township
Monday
⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 41°F | Low: 24°F
Tuesday
🌞 Sunny | High: 27°F | Low: 20°F
Wednesday
⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 32°F | Low: 19°F
Thursday
❄️ Snow Showers | High: 29°F | Low: 23°F
Friday
⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 39°F | Low: 31°F
Saturday
🌧️❄️ Rain and Snow | High: 42°F | Low: 30°F
Sunday
⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 38°F | Low: 24°F
