Happening this Weekend in Lansdowne, May 15-16

Despite the kooky weather we had last weekend, the rain actually held out for last Saturday’s huge Town-Wide Yard Sale in Lansdowne. I know that I sure enjoyed it, along with my family, as we trekked around town for bargains (and we sure did find a few!). While I didn’t get any official numbers, my instincts tell me that it just might have been the biggest day of yard sales ever in Lansdowne! Oh, and did I mention that one of the best things about your kids growing up is their ability (and willingness) to help carry large items home, even in some seriously strong winds.

For those of you who like to run (or walk, or just collect interesting t-shirts from local events) now is a good time to let you know about the early registration deadline for the Lansdowne Memorial Day 5K. All persons registering by May 17 will enjoy two benefits -- a free t-shirt commemorating the event and a discounted registration rate. Sure, you could wait until the last minute to sign up, but why not save a few bucks and free up that valuable stretching time on the day of the race?

Anyway, we’re approaching yet another exciting weekend in Lansdowne, and this one features lots of fun stuff for everyone. The weather should be positively spring-like on Saturday, and will be the perfect time to add a little diversity to your garden by participating in the Community Plant Exchange held by the Gays, Lesbians, and Friends of Lansdowne. The exchange takes place in the municipal parking lot on North Lansdowne Avenue – the same location as the Lansdowne Farmers Market. Bring plants starting at 10:15 am; the exchange will last from 10:30 am to noon. For every plant someone brings, they will receive a ticket good for one plant to take home. Beginning at 11:45 any remaining plants may be available for purchase for $1 each for those who don’t have plants to bring.

Also on Saturday, two local schools are hosting separate events that will offer a little something for the entire family. From 10 am to 3 pm, the Lansdowne Friends School’s May Fair celebration is an active day of family fun featuring a maypole, food, live music, vendors, face painting, moonbounce, crafts, plenty of kids activities, and more! Join Lansdowne Friends School families, teachers, alumni and friends from 10 am to 3 pm at the school, located at 110 North Lansdowne Avenue.

From there, you’re just a couple blocks away from the St. Philomena’s School’s Arts and Crafts Fair, which takes place from 10 am to 4 pm. The fair will bring more than 25 professional artist vendors and 175 student artists to the Marian Hall Gymnasium for a day of fun and festivities. Admission is free. St. Philomena’s School is at 13 N. Highland Avenue, across from the Lansdowne Fire Station.

Finally, if the kids aren’t completely worn out, there’s more to do on Sunday, when Celebration Theater of Lansdowne presents the hilarious antics of Hatman! Last seen at the Lansdowne Arts Festival, the furiously funny Hatman will bring his famed collection of far-out and fabulous headwear. Enjoy story readings, audience interaction and of course, a Best Hat Contest! Prizes will be awarded for the funniest, the most creative and the biggest hats.

So that about wraps up my outlook for the weekend, but if you know of something else going on in the neighborhood, let us know in the comments section below. Hope to see you around town soon!