Tucked away from all of Newtown Square’s noisy roadwork and never-ending construction is a little slice of hometown pride called St. Albans
Circle Circle. This hidden gem is home to many diverse local businesses, charming historic buildings and nearby walkable neighborhoods.
It’s also the perfect place to gather this month and celebrate our community, support our local businesses and enjoy an evening of live entertainment, delicious food and drinks and fun for the whole family.
The Gather in the Circle committee, in partnership with Newtown Township and the Newtown Square Business Association, is pleased to host the 2nd annual Circle at Sundown, happening on Sunday, May 21st, from 5:00 – 8:30pm. The circle will be closed to traffic and the event is free to attend, with food and beverages available for purchase. In addition, donations of canned goods and full-sized toiletries will be collected for the St. Alban’s Episcopal Church food collection ministry.
Considering the success of the first Circle at Sundown event and valuable feedback from residents and vendors, the committee went to work on planning an even bigger and better experience while maintaining its commitment to “keeping it local.” Newtown Square Business Association President Paul Seligson said, “The turnout exceeded all of our expectations, and it was incredibly heartening to see our community come together in celebration. The energy and enthusiasm were truly infectious.”
This year, the Circle at Sundown will feature an expanded beer garden, local food trucks, area restaurant menu items and lots of sweet treats. The entertainment lineup will include local dance studio performances, live bands, children’s activities, lawn games, interactive chalk art displays, yoga demonstrations and local groups working hard to make Newtown Square and its surrounding communities more liveable.
The Circle at Sundown is dedicated to promoting sustainability and minimizing its impact on the environment. Linda McIsaac, Founder and Chair of Gather in the Circle said that the organizers are taking several steps to make the event as eco-friendly as possible. “We are encouraging the use of compostable serving materials and reusing repurposed materials in the festival design,” she explained. “In addition, the festival will showcase local sustainability initiatives and organizations that are making a difference in the community.”
Attendees are encouraged to join in the celebration of a more sustainable future! The fun kicks off at 5pm. Be sure to follow GatherintheCircle on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date. We’ll see you in The Circle!
