IN THE LOOP

In The Loop – June 2026 -Despite a chilly Memorial Day weekend, summer is almost here, things around town are heating up, and we’ve got the latest scoop on what’s sizzling on the Main Line this month!

In The Loop – May 2026 – May’s Main Line Buzz is here…From Grand Openings, to Last Calls, find out Who’s In, Who’s Out, Who’s Next, and What’s Hot around town!

In The Loop – April 2026 Spring has finally sprung on the Main Line (#hopefully) and with it comes a fresh wave of openings, expansions, and buzzworthy local developments.

In The Loop – March 2026 I SPY…melting snow—and my front lawn (finally!) And if you need another sign that spring will spring forth, a Rita’s is opening in Wayne (you’re welcome).

IN THE LOOP FEBRUARY 2026…Anyone remember what grass looks like (#askingforafriend)? Less than 45 days ‘til spring! XOXO.

In The Loop – January 2026…Cheers to the new year, Neighbor! Cheers to the new year with a craft donut shop in Berwyn, the long-awaited opening of Ballard Designs, a Barry’s Bootcamp and more!

IN THE LOOP 2025

IN THE LOOP DECEMBER 2025…ON THE MAIN LINE –Happy start to the holiday madness, neighbor! Mingle and be merry at the new TJ’s in Berwyn, a Pop-Up Elf Bar at Midtown Social and a tasty gluten-free bakery.

IN THE LOOP November – Lots to gobble up this month, including a new Main Line speakeasy, a slice of Johnny’s in Wayne, a creative take on kids’ artwork and more!

IN THE LOOP October – No tricks, just treats this month, like a Philadelphia Monopoly edition, a snazzy new stereo showroom and a sassy Insta account. Enjoy!  

IN THE LOOP September – It’s almost fall y’all! Wok this way to a robot-powered eatery, a clubhouse for all ages and stages, a Wonderland-themed cocktail bar and more!

IN THE LOOP August – August is sizzling on the Main Line with new Pilates studios, drop-in childcare, Greek coffee, and more! Stay cool, neighbor.

IN THE LOOP JULY – July’s quick roundup of what’s new, what’s coming, and what’s worth talking about around town.

IN THE LOOP – JUNE – Summer’s calling with a farmers market trail, a fab Father’s Day gift, a new twist on parking tickets and more! Stay cool…XOXO

IN THE LOOP – MAY – Sit back, relax and let the countdown to summer begin! Cheers to a Wonder-ful app, a plan for Picket Post, island-style happy hours and more! XOXO

IN THE LOOP – APRIL -Spring forth into a chic new Wayne eatery, a rebranded Ardmore brewery and a Ruth’s Chris in Newtown Square. Or just binge watch Long Bright River. You do you, neighbor. 

IN THE LOOP – MARCH – Cheer up neighbor; spring is almost here! In the meantime, console yourself with a new sushi spot in Radnor, a Main Line foodie meetup and a college campus stroll.

IN THE LOOP – FEBRUARY – Lots to love about the Main Line this month, neighbor, from an indie bookstore in Media to an Ardmore gardening hub to a luxe equestrian boutique in Villanova!

IN THE LOOP – JANUARY – Mango treats, babysitting app, and retail therapy on King Street + lots more!

IN THE LOOP 2024

IN THE LOOP – DECEMBER – Happy holidays, neighbor! Get in the spirit with a buzzy new French café in Wayne, a space-themed indoor playground, a mobile party bar and more!

IN THE LOOP – NOVEMBER – Business is booming along the Main Line, especially in Wayne, which welcomes a Ballard Designs, FP Movement and lux doggie spa. Gobble gobble neighbor!

IN THE LOOP – OCTOBER – No tricks just treats at the new Jeni’s Ice Cream in Narberth, plus a yummy bagel shop in Ardmore, a controversial brand comes to Suburban Square and more. Happy fall, friends!

IN THE LOOP – SEPTEMBER – A mix of highs and lows this month. Yuletide Moves from Devon, a cozy new bakery decades in the making and much more! 

IN THE LOOP – August – August has arrived, neighbor, which means it’s time to squeeze every last drop out of summer! Cool off with a pint at a new Paoli pub, a cone on the ice cream trail and other chill Main Line spots…

IN THE LOOP – June – It’s (almost!) summertime and things are sizzling on the Main Line: a Wayne business owner confronts the Kelce’s (and later apologizes), a sweet satellite café for The Malvern Buttery, ramen kits at the Lancaster Farmer’s Market and more! Stay cool, neighbor…

IN THE LOOP – May – Cheers to warm days ahead, sweet treats and swell shops. Keep reading for all the latest…

IN THE LOOP – April – Happy spring, peeps! Lots on the menu this month, including a locally grown movie, a new bakery, BOTLD in the burbs, farewell to a longstanding business, and a returns concierge. 

IN THE LOOP – March – Welcome to that weird time of year when the weather can’t make up its mind. Spring into action with a brisk hike (SO many good ones nearby!), intriguing new eats and more!

IN THE LOOP – FEBRUARY – Welcome to the sweetest month of the year! Celebrate with Swiss chocolate in Wayne, a new juice spot in Newtown Square and loads of sweet happenings along the Main Line.

IN THE LOOP – JANUARY – January In The Loop: Fresh bagels, a wine destination, new menswear… on the Main Line

IN THE LOOP – 2023

IN THE LOOP – DECEMBER – Cheers to a sleek new cocktail lounge in Berwyn, a Jurassic Quest for the new year and brunching in your PJs. Happy Holidays!

IN THE LOOP – NOVEMBER – The temps might be falling but things are heating up on the Main Line this month!

IN THE LOOP – OCTOBER – No tricks, just oodles of treats on the Main Line this fall!

IN THE LOOP – SEPTEMBER – Summer’s over but there’s plenty to fall for on the Main Line!

IN THE LOOP – AUGUST – Welcome to that hot ‘n hazy stretch of summer known as August! Cool off at Ardmore’s newest ice cream shop, Paoli’s newest swim school and other new chill spots below.

IN THE LOOP – JUNE – Summer is sizzlin’ with $700 burgers, a new Italian BYOB in Ardmore, gift boxes galore and more!

IN THE LOOP – MAY – So much to spill this month, from a bigger space for bookworms to a Sunday farmer’s market in Berwyn to a new sweat space in Wayne. 

IN THE LOOP – APRIL – Lots of dining updates to dish this month, including Blue Elephant’s long-awaited debut in Wayne and lobster rolls and fries in Paoli. Work it off by booking a court at the new Bounce Pickleball in Malvern.

IN THE LOOP – MARCH – Just a few things to beat the winter blues…take heart—spring is nearly here XOXO!

IN THE LOOP – FEBRUARY – Lots to love on the Main Line this month, from a new spin-HITT-yoga workout to a reimagined steakhouse in Malvern to bakeries galore. Get your fill, friends!

IN THE LOOP – JANUARY – Cheers to a new year filled with affordable fashion finds, skate dates, generous souls and a shoe that sleeps six!

IN THE LOOP – 2022

IN THE LOOP – December – ‘Tis the season for edible arts and crafts, an adorable new party store in Wayne, cookies too pretty to eat and opportunities to help local families in need…

IN THE LOOP – November – LOTS to be thankful for on the Main Line this month, from Nutella s’mores cinnamon buns to a breezy new French bakery and mocktails with a mission. Let’s give thanks, neighbors!

IN THE LOOP – October – A few new boutiques, Chick-fil-A in Wayne and much more…

IN THE LOOP – September – Perfect plants, reusable bags, doggie desserts, Insta-worthy picnics and more…

IN THE LOOP – August – WayFair, Santucci’s Pizza, Wild Fork and more…

IN THE LOOP – JUNE – Radnor faces lawsuit, Narberth & Lower Merion celebrate PRIDE, and pastries for days in Haverford…things are heating up on the Main Line, friends! …

IN THE LOOP – MAY – Plenty of new places to eat and explore …

IN THE LOOP – APRIL – From Earth Day adventures to cookie crumbs to plastic bag bans, spring has sprung on the Main Line…

IN THE LOOP – MARCH – The Main Line is abuzz with a new sushi spot, an eco-friendly way to stock up on household essentials, a surprise opening (and closing) of a controversial business in Radnor and more…

IN THE LOOP – FEBRUARY – Lots to love on the Main Line this month, from a new Serena & Lily storefront to a soon-to-open taqueria by Jose Garces to an aptly named bar in West Chester and more…

IN THE LOOP – JANUARY-Happy new year, neighbor! Cheers to dining tents at Terrain, King Kong sundaes, colossal cookies, a new brewery in Berwyn & more…

IN THE LOOP – 2021

IN THE LOOP – DECEMBER – ‘Tis the season for new tree farms, double drive-throughs, luxe labels and sweetheart skates! Happy holidays, neighbor…

IN THE LOOP – NOVEMBER – From Adam Sandler sightings to Serena & Lily rumors to restaurant reboots, it’s a packed fall on the Main Line! Let’s get to it… 

IN THE LOOP – OCTOBER – Lots to share this month, including two new sushi spots, a volunteer opportunity and a historic estate on the market!

IN THE LOOP – SEPTEMBER – It’s fall y’all! Grab yourself a pumpkin spice something and settle into new season on the Main Line filled with perfect plants, reusable bags, doggie desserts, Insta-worthy picnics and more…

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