Upcoming Community Events & Programs

Attention riders and coaches for the 2025 Season! Grab your bike, strap on your helmet and come ride with us!

All students in the Lower Merion area (LMSD, home-school and private school) entering grades 6 through 12 in Fall 2025 are invited to join. Parents who ride mountain bikes are also welcome to participate!

Try-It Days are like an open house — your chance to ride bikes, have fun and see what the Trailblazers are all about!

Try-It Days:

• Saturday, April 5
• Saturday, May 3

The Lower Merion Trailblazers MTB meet at Belmont Plateau, West Fairmount Park, which is located at 1800 Belmont Mansion Dr in Philadelphia.

Mountain biking can be expensive. If you’re interested in participating but have concerns about costs, please reach out to us at: lmtb.teamdirector@gmail.com.

For more details, visit their website at the following link: www.lmmtb.org

Join the 2025 Central League Champion Lower Merion Boys Basketball team and the Aces coaching staff for 75 minutes of skill development and fun this spring in beautiful Kobe Bryant Gymnasium at Lower Merion High School. Open to children ages 6-14, all levels welcome!

These clinics serve as an important fundraiser for the Lower Merion Basketball Boosters Scholarship Fund. The fund ensures that all players can fully participate in team and school activities regardless of need.

Financial aid available if needed. Please contact aceshoops@gmail.com.

Register here!

The Friends of the Penn Wynne Library will hold an "Appetite for Books" fundraising event on May 10, 2025, from 7:00-9:30 p.m. at the library.

The event will include food, drinks, raffles, an auction and entertainment. 

The cost is $45 per person or $50 per person at the door. 

To register, click this link. 

Feel like you could use a night out without the kids? Parents' Night Out is an entertaining evening for children ages 4-11 filled with lots of fun activities, including board games, open gym, arts & crafts, movies and more, as LMHS staff and student volunteers supervise the event!

This program is a fundraiser to benefit the LMHS Classes of ‘25, ‘26, ‘27 and ‘28!

Who: For Children Ages 4-11

What: A fun-filled night of board games, open gym, arts and crafts, movies and more. LM staff and student volunteers will supervise the event.

When: Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 5:30-9:00 p.m.

Where: Lower Merion High School, 315 E. Montgomery Ave. Ardmore, PA 19003

**We’ve got dinner covered- drop off at 5:00 pm for pizza & drinks! Extra $5.00 per child**

(Drop off & pick up at the main entrance on Montgomery Ave)

Cost Breakdown

• $35.00 for 1 child
• $50.00 for 2 children
• $60.00 for 3 children
• $10.00 for each additional child

Parents MUST fill out the online registration and consent form located here to register their child.

Payment is due on April 5, 2025. Cash or check accepted – please make checks payable to LMHS.

Walkups are welcome, but parents must complete the registration and consent form. * A light snack will be provided before the movie.

For questions and financial aid information contact Christine Dolente (dolentc@lmsd.org) or Michele Rodriguez (rodrigm@lmsd.org).

Next Level Sports (NLS) is offering a pair of opportunities for kids to get active this spring!

• NLS Tennis Clinics for children ages 6-12 will be held on Saturdays from April 14 - June 7, 2025!
  • Ace your game, one swing at a time! Join us for an exciting tennis program designed to develop skills, boost confidence and bring out the best in young athletes. Don't miss this chance to elevate your tennis skills!
  • The clinics will be held at Penn Wynne Park, which is located at 1214 E. Manoa Road in Wynnewood.
  • The cost is $125. Financial assistance is available. Contact joni@nlsports.org for application.
  • REGISTER HERE!
• NLS Spring Flag Football Season for children in Pre-K through 7th grade will be held on Saturdays April 12 - June 7, 2025!
  • Location: General Wayne Park, located at 305 Maplewood Drive in Merion Station.
  • Cost is $170. Financial assistance is available. Contact joni@nlsports.org for application.
  • REGISTER HERE!

We’re excited to announce that registration and sponsorships are now open for the Second Annual Sean A. Hughes Memorial Fund Golf Outing! Come out for a day of golf, camaraderie and community support while honoring the legacy of Sean A. Hughes.

• Date: Monday, May 19, 2025
• Location: Green Valley Country Club
• Start Time: 11:00 AM

Pricing is as follows:

• $350 per Golfer
• $125 for Cocktail Party Only
• Sponsorships range from $1,700 - $10,000

All proceeds benefit the Sean A. Hughes Memorial Garden at Lower Merion High School, a meaningful tribute that continues to inspire students and the community.

REGISTER HERE!

Learn more about the memorial project here.

A Better Chance Lower Merion (“ABC LM”) is looking for passionate individuals to join their board, focusing on education equity, and fostering a brighter future for young minds.

ABC LM is committed to providing promising minority students access to high-quality education and opportunities that empower them to succeed.

ABC LM is seeking individuals with a strong belief in education’s transformative power, a love for collaborative work, and the ability to dedicate time and talents to our organization.

Experience in any of the following areas is helpful, but not required:

• Education, Social Work, Law, Medicine
• PR/Social Media, Fundraising, Business, Community Outreach
• Nonprofit Management, Human Resources, Project Management

Contact us to learn more. Reach out at abclmgrows@gmail.com.

The Noah Compton-Meyer Memorial 5K brings our community together to celebrate and support children and families of all kinds. This special event honors the memory of Noah Compton-Meyer, a former Penn Wynne Elementary School student who spent countless hours running, climbing, biking, and playing in the South Ardmore Park community.

Date: April 5, 2025
Location: South Ardmore Park (Starting & finishing near Noah’s memorial bench and tree)

Proceeds from the race will benefit Caring Heart, a nonprofit providing shelter, education, job training, and support for marginalized women and children in Noah’s birth town of Taraz, Kazakhstan.

Race Details

• 5K Course – Three rolling hill loops around South Ardmore Park, professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Company (results available at Bryn Mawr Racing).
• Fun Run – A short loop on the park’s walking path, perfect for young children and older participants.
• T-Shirts & Bibs – Provided for all registrants; runners will receive bibs.
• Refreshments & Water Stations – Available in the park (Northeast of the playground) and mid-course.
• Awards Ceremony – Top finishers in multiple age categories will be recognized after the race.

A huge thank you to Lower Merion Township and our community for their support in making this event possible.

Sign Up Today: Register Here
Race Contact: Alison Whiter at NoahMemorial5K@gmail.com

Join us as we run in Noah’s memory and support a meaningful cause!

Your Voice Matters! Your Child’s Success Starts with You!

'Box Lunch & A Book' will host a three-part community conversation entitled Empowering Parents: Navigating the K-12 School System!

When: Three Engaging and Informative Sessions:

• Saturday, February 15, 2025
• Saturday, March 22, 2025
• Saturday, April 19, 2025

Where: Saints Memorial Baptist Church, which is located at 47 S. Warner Avenue in Bryn Mawr.

Time: 10:00AM to Noon (9:30AM Coffee/Danish)

This three-part program is designed to equip parents and caregivers with expert advice, actionable tips, tools, insights and strategies to:

• Advocate effectively for your child’s educational needs
• Understand school policies, resources and support systems
• Build strong partnerships with teachers and school staff
• Tap into community resources

Leading the conversation is special guest Dr. Wagner Marseille, a seasoned educational leader with nearly 30 years in K-12 education. He has served in roles from classroom aide to superintendent across three districts—Wallingford-Swarthmore, Cheltenham and Lower Merion. Known for visionary leadership, he collaborates with educators at all levels to innovate and shape the future of public education.

For Details: Call Crystal at 484-716-2067 or Loraine at 215-303-836

Register now for the area’s best summer basketball camp! The Gregg Downer Basketball Camp celebrates its 30th anniversary with two amazing weeks in 2025:

• June 30-July 3
• July 7-July 10

Join Hall of Fame Lower Merion head coach Gregg Downer and an all-star staff for four days of skill development, games, competition, and outstanding guest speakers in the Kobe Bryant Gymnasium at Lower Merion High School. Save $100 if registered for both weeks by March 15. Proceeds benefit the Lower Merion Basketball Boosters.

Financial assistance is available, if applicable. Contact aceshoops@gmail.com.

Box Lunch & A Book will host three Community Conversations with Dr. Wagner Marseille to share guidance with parents and guardians on navigating their students' school experience. 

Topics are set to include:

• Advocating for a student's educational needs
• Understanding school policies, resources and supports
• Partnering with school staff
• Tapping into community resources

The Community Conversations will be held from 10:00 a.m. until noon on February 16, March 22 and April 19 at Saints Memorial Baptist Church, 47 S. Warner Ave. in Bryn Mawr.

The Lower Merion girls basketball team will hold a special "Youth Night" on January 16, 2025, as the Aces take the court against Harriton beginning at 7:00 PM!

All Lower Merion Township hoopers in grades K-8 are invited to attend!

Wear some kind of Lower Merion (LM) or Aces-related gear for FREE entry!

Get autographs from the Aces and have some fun play games for prizes!

The game will be held in the Bryant Gymnasium, which is located at 315 E. Montgomery Avenue in Ardmore.

The Gladwyne Free Library is now accepting submissions for the 51^st Annual Junior Author Contest, which is open to students in grades 1-5!

What: Write an original fiction, non-fiction or poetry submission

When: Entries are due by February 8, 2025

Where: Pick up an official entry from at the Gladwyne Free Library or scan the QR code included on the flyer! The Gladwyne Free Library is located at 362 Righters Mill Road in Gladwyne.

For more information, please visit www.lmls.org.

Riverbend Environmental Education Center will host their annual Adopt-a-Tree event on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to noon!

Join us with your friends and family to adopt and plant trees at Riverbend!

Activities:

• Planting trees in beautiful spaces!
• Learn about types of trees!
• Play nature games!
• Make connections!

REGISTER HERE!

The Riverbend Environmental Education Center is located at 1950 Spring Mill Road in Gladwyne.

You’re Invited to Join LMSD’s Committee to Address Race in Education (CARE)

All members of the Lower Merion School District community – students, parents and guardians, staff and residents – are invited to join LMSD’s Committee to Address Race in Education (CARE).

LMSD recognizes the value and necessity of engaging all community members in our efforts to provide a high-quality education to all students. CARE was formed in 1997 in order to forge school-community partnerships and opportunities to work collaboratively toward this goal. 

CARE meets monthly from October through May each year. Meeting dates for the remainder of this calendar year are listed below. Meetings are held in the Lower Merion High School library from 4:00-5:30 p.m. 

• October 23, 2024
• November 20, 2024
• December 18, 2024

To be added to the mailing list for CARE meeting reminders, please click here and enter your email address.

The Lower Merion High School boys lacrosse team and Ashbee Lacrosse are hosting a 90-minute clinic at Lower Merion High School's Arnold Field. Players of all experience levels will receive instruction from players and coaches from the Aces’ lacrosse team. All proceeds benefit the LMHS Boys Lacrosse team.

When: Sunday October 6th from 11:00 a.m - 12:30 p.m.

Where: Lower Merion High School @ Arnold Field

Who: Children in grades 3-8

All experience levels are welcome!

Cost: $50/player

REGISTER HERE!

Financial aid available, if needed. Please contact lmlaxbooster@gmail.com.

In need of help with math class? The "Main Line Math Project" is here to help!

Talented mathematicians from Harriton High School will be offering free tutoring sessions every Sunday from noon to 2:00 p.m. at Ludington Library. The program begins on October 6, 2024, and will run through May 18, 2025.

For more information about the Main Line Math Project, click here!

Residents of Lower Merion and Narberth wishing to make donations to support the Lower Merion School District may choose to donate to the following Community Partners:

The Education Foundation of Lower Merion (including the Sean Hughes Memorial Fund)

The Lower Merion Township Scholarship Fund

A Better Chance Lower Merion

Individual Home and School Associations

School buses are about to return to the roads for the start of another school year. Please keep our students safe and abide by Pennsylvania's School Bus Stopping Law.

• When you meet or overtake a stopped school bus with red signal lights flashing and stop arm extended, you MUST STOP.
• When you approach an intersection where a school bus is stopped with red signal lights flashing and stop arm extended, you MUST STOP.
• You MUST STOP at least ten (10) feet away from the school bus.
• You MUST WAIT until the red lights have stopped flashing and the stop arm has been withdrawn before moving.
• DO NOT MOVE until all the children have reached a place of safety.

The penalties if convicted of violating Pennsylvania's School Bus Stopping Law include:

• $250 fine
• Five points on your driving record
• 60-day license suspension

For more information, review Pennsylvania's School Bus Stopping Law Fact Sheet.

Financial Help for Families to Connect to the Internet

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) will allow many American households to reduce their internet service costs by up to $30/month.

There are three different ways to qualify, and you'll be able to take advantage of this benefit if you meet any one of them.

• The first category is income — specifically, whether the money you make annually is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. For an individual, that would be $27,180. For a couple (or any household of two), the total is $36,620. For a family of four, that total rises to $55,500. The full income chart is available here.
• Second, you'll also qualify if you or someone else in your household is a beneficiary of assistance programs including Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), the Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit, and more.
• Finally, you're also eligible if you've already met the criteria for an existing low-income program from a local internet provider in your area.

If you'd like to claim this benefit for your family, you can start the process right here.

Which internet service providers are participating?

• Allo Communications
• AltaFiber (and Hawaiian Telecom)
• Altice USA (Optimum and Suddenlink)
• Astound
• AT&T
• Breezeline
• Comcast
• Comporium
• Frontier
• IdeaTek
• Cox Communications
• Jackson Energy Authority
• Mediacom
• MLGC
• Spectrum (Charter Communications
• Starry
• Verizon (Fios only)
• Vermont Telephone Company
• Vexus Fiber
• Wow! Internet, Cable, and TV

For more information about this service, click here.

LMSD can also help qualifying families get connected through the Comcast Internet Essentials program. For information about LMSD's Internet Essentials Program, call or email Anna O'Hora in the School and Community Relations Department at 610-645-1977 or ohoraa@lmsd.org.

Swimmers and divers are invited to join the Lower Merion Aquatic Club! This announcement is geared towards students ages 5-18 ranging anywhere in skill level from developmental to competitive.

Learn more at: www.Lowermerionaquaticclub.com

Lower Merion Aquatic Club is a registered non-profit, 501(c)(3). Financial assistance is available.

For more information please contact: LMACheacoach@gmail.com.

The federal government's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has been extended until May 2022. The average SNAP benefit increased by $36.24 per person.

SNAP maximum allotments (benefit amounts) are updated each year based on the cost of the Thrifty Food Plan in June and take effect on October 1. The Thrifty Food Plan is the cost of groceries needed to provide a healthy, budget-conscious diet for a family of four.

For more information about SNAP, click here.

To visit the Narberth Community Food Bank website, click here.

Foster relationships. Link to resources. Advocate for you. Connect with you.

Do you need help and don't know where to start?

We can help you:

• Navigate the human services system
• Better understand services available to you
• Make referrals to organizations that will best address your needs

We can help link you to resources:

• Services for seniors
• Mental health services
• Drug & alcohol services
• Employment
• Child care
• Housing
• Food
• And more!

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

Phone:610-278-3522 (FLAC)

• Navicates are able to assist by phone or email to maintain everyone's safety at this time.

Free service for Montgomery County residents. Language Line services available. Learn more here.