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Its modern footprint falls in all three western-suburban coun-ties, but wayne’s heart remains with its heritage: the center of town, where lancaster and wayne avenues intersect and the community pulses. Here, the past dovetails with the pres-

ent, as the movie theater, the historic hotel, a lineup of eateries and the train station all signal movement and anchor commerce.

but maintaining small-town flavor is not a static enterprise. wayne emerged in the 19th century as one of the country’s first planned sub-urbs, and today’s wayne business Association has hired a strategic planner to help plot the future. “wayne will continue to evolve,” says board member David brennan, general manager of the historic wayne Hotel. “we kept [the new Radnor Middle School] in town, restored the movie theater—and then there are the restaurants.”

Indeed, the lively restaurant row on North wayne Avenue has sprung up just within the past decade. The broad block ends at the train station, which is where the story of modern-day wayne begins.

The railroad laid track through these parts in the 1830s, and the early trains stopped only as needed at Cleaver’s landing along lancaster Turnpike. The locale boasted a sawmill, a hardware store, a music hall, churches, and lots of farmland. The Cleaver spread was hard by the pike, west of what is now wayne Avenue. Soon the flag stop became a station.

The vision of James Henry Askin, a Chester native and Philadelphia money man who bought nearly 300 acres here when men named lincoln and Grant occupied the white House, dictated development. Right after the Civil war, Askin built a mid-Victorian stone mansion and called it louella (after his daughters, louisa and Ella). He laid out bloomingdale Avenue with cottages whose mansard roofs mirrored that of his mansion, and he constructed a reservoir with wicker furniture around the top for use by residents. Simple pleasures.

In short order, the Presbyterian Church and lyceum Hall (later called the Opera House) joined the village of louella. It was renamed to honor Gen. “Mad” Anthony wayne, born nearby, buried nearby, and embarrassed nearby (at the Revolutionary war’s Paoli Massacre). but the general’s reputation had revived, and the orderly neighbor-hood of wayne was primed for more growth.

Askin, however, would no longer preside over it, as the financial Panic of 1873 and his failing eyesight forced him to the sidelines. After the economic depression finally had lifted, he sold his land in 1880 to superstar Philly financier Anthony J. Drexel and newspaper publisher George w. Childs, who applied Askin-like careful planning to a grander design. They built a hotel, the bellevue, on the site of today’s Verizon building. They installed water systems and a power plant to serve newly built homes on each side of the train tracks (North wayne and South wayne). Their wayne Estates, they claimed, was a “suburban village built by design, provided with all the conveniences to which residents of cities are accustomed, and undertaken by liberal gentlemen of abundant means.”

The Pennsylvania Railroad—by now a powerhouse—liked that kind of talk, as the burgeoning community that clung to the tracks attracted more and more city dwellers seeking “country” real estate that provided relief from hot summer days. Stores sprouted on the ground floor of the Opera House. wayne was set for a new century.

when fire destroyed the bellevue Hotel in 1900, it was just a hiccup on wayne’s growth trajectory. In 1906, architect Jonathan lengel—who’d modeled the civic-minded Saturday Club’s clubhouse after Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon—used the same Tudor Revival style to design the waynewood Hotel. Owner Charles wood combined the town’s name with his own to christen the hostelry on lancaster Avenue.

Hotelier Paul N. furman bought the building and business 20 years later, shortened its name to the current wayne Hotel, and modernized the operation. Current owner Stephen bajus, whose Villanova home was designed by vintage architect lengel, bought the former hotel property in 1984 and restored its birthright and architectural elegance—plus, he added air-conditioning. The 40-room wayne Hotel reopened in 1985 and, two years later, gained a berth on the National Register of Historic Places. Its porch still takes in the traffic on lancaster Avenue.

In a world of competing resources, keeping the flow going requires both business and political savvy. That’s the mindset of the wayne business Association as it casts an eye on the future. “we don’t have a business authority supported by taxes like some places,” says Diane Jiorle, president of the business association. “we’ve become more involved with the [Radnor Township] commissioners. A lot of them live here but work outside the township, so we make sure they’re aware of what affects local business.”

Among other pursuits, the association has been busy gather-ing sponsorship dollars for this month’s Radnor fall festival. Jiorle feels that such events have raised wayne’s profile. “More and more young families come each year to the Memorial Day Parade and the Christmas tree ceremony,” she says. “People from bryn Mawr are coming to wayne. That’s pretty good.”

As the generations multiply, history abides. The louella mansion survives as the louella Court Apartments. The Opera House lost a floor to fire but continues to house street-front businesses. And the AT&T tower still looms over the landscape.

Though it may not be laid out as precisely as the original develop-ment, wayne’s future also holds the promise of coming full circle. Hailing a proposed open-air market that would offer local produce and crafts near the center of town, the wayne Hotel’s brennan says that “adding components like this is the key to momentum for continued evolution.”

A process begun by the first welsh farmers who settled hereabouts after arriving from the county of Radnorshire.

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(From left) Anthony Wayne theater; an early glimpse of Wayne Train Station; Old Wayne Library; Louella mansion as the Armitage School; the Wayne sign.

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(Left) Enjoy a sophisticated meal with old-school panache at Georges’. (Above) Traditional Chinese sea bass, one of the many tantalizing entrées available at Margaret Kuo’s. (Right) Owners Tom Finley, Joe Carney and Steve Finley in front of the Paddock at Devon.

a stalwart of fine dining. Hana is another institution, serving premium sushi and sashimi long before it could be found on virtually every corner of the Main line. fellow old-timer Ristorante Primavera is great for Italian-style family fare, wood-fired pizzas, and traditional pasta and veal dishes.

Practically next door is Flavor—the second coming of Thai Pepper—and Osaka, another forerunner in the race to feed Main liners’ sushi obsession (and also home to a pretty cool fish tank).

As you head east and into wayne proper, you’ll see the still-in-progress White Dog Café, which has locavores and regular old foodies salivating in anticipation. Veteran restaurateur Marty Grims should do well right in his own back yard—not only because of his proven track record but also because of the white Dog’s reputation for socially and environmentally conscious business ethics, plus eclectic, tasty fare.

Another wayne icon is Landis Deli, which has a reputation for the area’s best corned beef sandwich and a primo selection of bottled beer to wash it down. Stop by after 5 p.m. on a winter friday, and you might be lucky enough to get a free tasting.

for great times with buddies, Great American Pub and Flanigan’s Boat House are both good spots to hunker down. Drink specials, hearty grub and a party atmosphere

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One thing visitors and residents of wayne won’t do is go hungry. from pizza, sandwiches, burgers and authentic Irish pub grub, to sushi, dumplings, pad Thai and Asian

fusion, to upscale french, classic Italian and New American creations, you could easily spend months dining here and never have the same meal twice.

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dining in wayneBarborini’s Station Café 135 N. wayne Ave., (610) 687-5084Bravo Pizza 128 N. wayne Ave., (610) 688-6898Christopher’s Restaurant 108 N. wayne Ave., (610) 687-6558, christophersaneighborhoodplace.comCosi 223 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 254-9400, getcosi.comCream and Sugar Café 163 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 995-2757Flanigan’s Boat House 118 N. wayne Ave., (610) 971-2628, flanboathouse.comFleming’s Prime Steakhouse 555 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-9463, flemingssteakhouse.comThe Freehouse 110 N. wayne Ave., (610) 688-0800Great American Pub 4 west Ave., (610) 964-9535, greatamericanpub.comGryphon Café 105 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-1988, gryphoncafe.comHana Japanese Restaurant 387 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-3320Johnnie’s Dog House 11 louella Court, (484) 582-0151, johnniesdoghouse.comMargaret Kuo’s 175 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-7200, margaretkuo.comLandis Restaurant & Catering 118 w. lancaster Ave., wayne; (610) 688-9999, cookplex.com/landisMain Line Pizza 233 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-4008, mainlinepizza.comNew Wayne Pizza 109 S. wayne Ave., (610) 688-2301‎Osaka 372 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 902-6135Pie in the Sky 102 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 293-1390, pieintheskyofwayne.com Real Pizza 18 west Ave., (610) 688-5588Ristorante Primavera 384 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 254-0200‎Silverspoon Café 205 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-7646, silverspooncafecatering.comTeresa’s Café and Teresa’s Next Door 124-126 N. wayne Ave., (610) 293-9909, teresas-cafe.comVic and Dean’s Pizzeria Grill 409 w. wayne Ave., (610) 225-0025


make these two bars popular stops on friday and Saturday nights, and the lovely outdoor dining area at the GAP is perfect for a casual lunch any day of the week. wing lovers should know that the boat House claims to have “the most famous wings in the western Hemisphere.” And with sauces like Asian barbecue, hot honey garlic, roasted garlic Parmesan, honey barbecue, peanut Thai, chipotle lime, plus atomic and sweet suicide, they may be right.

for the family, there’s Christopher’s, which has an upscale yet approachable—and affordable—menu. It welcomes families of all ages and sizes, and is one of the few places where you can grab a late-night bite after catching a movie. Christopher’s also offers wine and drink deals that appeal to the college and young professional crowds, plus weeknight dinner specials. The menu features straightforward comfort fare that’s several steps above the typical family spot.

for lighter, more contemporary Italian food, Teresa’s Café can’t be beat. with its simple,

delicious and affordable home-style creations and byO menu, it’s a great place to meet up with girlfriends or sneak in dinner before a movie. Every Sunday and Monday, all wine is 20 percent off by the glass or bottle—not bad, since there are 19 or 20 wines by the glass, including one sparkling.

Teresa’s counterpart Teresa’s Next Door is probably the top beer destination in the suburbs, with its unrivaled beer selection—particularly the belgian brews. Try the fried artichokes, the pork chop, and the Portobello entrée.

A block or so east, Margaret Kuo’s offers a double dose of Asian delights. Here you can enjoy traditional Chinese dishes and some of the finest sushi, sashimi and Japanese offerings around (plus two of the friendliest and most experienced itamaes, kay and kan). The Royal Peking Duck is addicting, as are the lively black pepper grass-fed tenderloin and the flavorful dumplings and steamed Shanghai buns.

for budget eats—before 2 p.m.—and an earful on the local sports or political scene, you can’t beat Joe’s. Villanova kids have claimed this humble, colorful spot as their own. when it comes to old-fashioned pizza-parlor eats, it’s hard to get a consensus as to who’s got the best: Main Line, New Wayne, Bravo, Real Pizza or Pie in the Sky? The same goes for cheesesteaks. And before you make your way out of town, treat yourself to one of Johnnie’s Dog House‘s delicious hot dogs (the fries aren’t chopped liver, either).

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Bang & Olufsen has enjoyed two successful years in downtown wayne so far. Its showroom features the world-renowned beoliving concept—bang & Olufsen’s solution to providing customized audio and video products that connect lighting, draperies and various environment control modules to suit every customer’s lifestyle, all with the convenience of a single remote control. bang & Olufsen manufactures a unique range of televisions, music systems, loudspeakers, telephones and multimedia products. Store owners Mark Chelnick and Scott Gensler especially enjoy introducing customers to high-end home theater possibilities.

beyond lancaster Avenue, wayne Avenue has a number of shops that shouldn’t be missed. for years, men have trusted the Tiger Shop, which specializes in suits, sports coats and accessories from names like Hickey

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whether you’re on the hunt for hip clothing for your tots (Genes Urban Baby Boutique) or something that sparkles for a special occa-sion (Wayne Jewelers), you’ll find it in wayne.

Carrie McNamara, owner of Inside & Outside, first launched her store in Ardmore before relocating to wayne in 2004. “My family was moving from Ardmore to wayne, so it made sense to move the store, too,” she says.

Her chic shop is filled with home décor and accessories, including glassware and overnight bags that can be monogrammed. An interior designer, McNamara has an eye for the fabulous—like the pair of antique chairs she had custom upholstered in a zebra print.

Inside & Outside’s special “Rosebud” section is dedicated to a younger clientele. It features reasonably priced jewelry, hair accessories and other finds. “There are always kids walking around wayne, so I wanted them to be able to come into my store and buy something,” she says.

As a mother of five, McNamara loves that her kids can come to work with her. “wayne has such an old-fashioned feel, and I love that,” she says. “It’s a real community here. People support the local businesses. It’s a great town to own a store.”

A few doors down, Wayne Sporting Goods has long been a magnet for Main line athletes of all ages looking for the latest gear. featuring popular lines like under Armour, Nike, The North face and Reebok, the store carries equipment and clothing for every sport imaginable. Active women swear by its boutique section, stocked with Velvet, Three Dots, lacoste and other brands fashionable enough to wear just about anywhere.

Other mainstays along lancaster Avenue include Wayne Art Supplies, Beethoven Wraps and AB Doran. Two new shops have recently entered the mix: Finer Things and Blue Horse Boutique. “we’re really excited about our new location,” says Alicia Eger, co-owner of finer Things, a boutique that features an eclectic mix of clothing, jewelry and accessories. “we had a loyal following at our Strafford location, and we expect the same here.”

The blue Horse is modeled after the popular boutique in the Devon Hill bMw dealership. “we always received such positive feedback about the boutique that we decided to branch out beyond the dealership,” says manager Courtney Davis.

Customers rave about the adorable Hatley rain boots for kids, girly items from Miss Oops, and the funky, hand-painted glassware. “we want to be a boutique where customers know they can come in and pick up a gift for anyone on their list,” Davis says.

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(Top) High-end audio and video components for the home are Bang & Olufsen’s forte. (Above) A sampling of the stunning inventory at Brian M. Smaul Ltd. Jewelry.

freeman, Corbin, Tallia, bill blass, lacrosse, Gitman, Hathaway and kenneth Gordon. They also offer custom-made suits and dress shirts. Plus, all purchases include free expert tailoring.

Just across the street from the Tiger Shop, musicians of all stripes make regular stops at Troubadour Music Shop for new and used instruments, books, private lessons for all skill levels, and more.

Even if you’re not the outdoorsy type, you may reconsider after a visit to Out There Outfitters. Zeke Sieglaff and his wife, Tory, have a simple mission—to offer the best in outdoor lifestyle clothing from the likes of Patagonia, Arc’teryx, Horny Toad, lole and Mountain Hardware. “Anyone can walk into this store and find something they can identify with and like,” says Zeke. “People have really been excited about the brands we’re carrying.”

for anyone in the market for a signature piece of art for the home, Connor Ryan Gallery features work from local, national and international artists. Gallery consultant Sheila Donahue will even help you select the piece and advise on proper placement.

find an unforgettable hostess gift at The Pear Tree. Owner Deanna Muth fills the store with various seasonal merchandise, including Nouvelle Candle Company candles, Canus soaps and Zents lotions. The Pear Tree also has brag books, piggy banks and plush toys to welcome a new baby.

located along nearby west Avenue, Oxford Circus is a one-of-a-kind toy store whose inventory is perfect for kids with active imaginations, from dress-up outfits and tea sets to camouflage forts and dragon puzzles. There’s also a wide variety of books for all ages.

Also on west, Competitive Edge Lacrosse is the place where lacrosse and field hockey players from grade school to college go for all of their game-day needs. you’ll find equipment, apparel, sticks, pads and more—all of it in stock.

for more than 25 years, Dayton Lock Company has supplied builders and homeowners alike with locks, keys, brass hardware, switch plates, and other supplies. And when he’s not on the job, owner Nelson Dayton is actively involved with the wayne business Association.

Albed Rug Company is another long- standing business, specializing in the sales and service of Oriental rugs and domestic car-pets. “My father, Sam Albed, started the business in 1914 in Cape May,” says Raymond Albed. “I built the current store in 1959.”

Today, Albed’s children work there, and the place continues to offer impeccable cleaning, repair and storage. They also buy and trade fine rugs.

Since 1938, Braxton’s Animal Works has been a wayne staple for pet owners. It’s known for friendly customer service and a commitment to carrying the highest-quality products.

Just west of downtown wayne on lancaster Avenue, Spread Eagle Village is a unique enclave of independent boutiques, featuring the Little House Shop, Valley

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known for his fabrication work. He’ll customize a piece to a customer’s exact specifications.

Since 1998, Christa Schmidt has outfit-ted Main line women for all occasions at her Spread Eagle Village boutique. Christa’s carries gorgeous gowns from designers like Chetta b, Carmen Marc Valvo, Jovani and more, along with fashionable sportswear and classic cocktail attire.

retail businesses in wayneAlbed Rug Company 513 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-2323, albedrug.comAB Doran 104 E. lancaster Ave., wayne, (610) 688-1900Anthropologie 201 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-4141, anthropologie.comThe Antique Store 161 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-1900, theantiquestoreltd.comAntiquities, Etc. 122 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-4077Argus Printing & Invitation 168 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-0411, argusprinting.comAux Petits Delices 162 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 971-0300, auxpetits.comThe Beer Yard 218 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-3431, beeryard.comBeethoven Wraps 126 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 995-9550Bang & Olufsen 108 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 293-0204, bang-olufsen.comBlue Horse Boutique 118 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 254-2583Braxton’s Animal Works 620 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-0769, braxtons.comChrista’s 511 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-8825Color Me Mine 109 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-9777, wayne.colormemine.comCompetitive Edge Lacrosse 21 west Ave., (610) 293-9772Connor Ryan Gallery 129 N. wayne Ave., (610) 331-4083Cowan’s Flowers, Inc. 195 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-5150, cowansflowers.comThe Curtain Exchange 503 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 765-1142, thecurtainexchange.comD’Amicantonio’s Men’s Shoes 157 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-7530Dayton Lock Company 324 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-9188, daytonlock.comDevine Designs, Inc. 100 E. lancaster Ave., Suite 204, (610) 688-6518, devinedesignsinc.comDomicile Furniture 163 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-7088E.M.A. Opticians, Inc. 503 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 964-1956, emaopticians.comFarnan Jewelers 105 N. wayne Ave., (610) 687-1323, farnanjewelers.comFiner Things 116 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-9500, finerthingsinlife.netFlag Lady Gifts 398 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 964-6280, flagladygifts.comForster’s Frame-It 183 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-2121, forstersframing.comFresh Ayer 100 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-4933, freshayer.comGenes Urban Baby Boutique 122 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 902-0208, shopgenes.comThe Great Frame Up 302 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-3060, thegreatfameup.comGreat Harvest Bread Company 128 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 975-0200, greatharvest.comHardware Plus II 143 Pennsylvania Ave., (610) 995-2977Harmonia Spa 411 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-1007, harmoniaspa.comHigh Road Cycles 165 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-1110, highroadcycle.comInside & Outside 164 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 971-1070, shopinsideoutside.comKatydid 130 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-1072, katydidpa.comLancaster County Farmers Market 389 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-9856, lancastercountyfarmersmarket.comThe Little House Shop 503 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-3222, littlehouseshop.comLucky Duck Toys 106 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 254-0054, luckyducktoys.comMain Line Print Shop 25 west Ave., (610) 688-7782, mlprintshop.comMasterpieces Fine Art & Framing 161 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 357-9440, masterpiecesfineart.comThe Mustard Seed 150 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-6253, themustardseedpa.comNeighborhood League Shops 8 louella Court, (610) 688-4927, nlshops.orgNewman & Saunders Gallery 120 bloomingdale Ave., (610) 293-1280, newmansaundersgallery.comOut There Outfitters 123 N. wayne Ave., (610) 688-6383, outthereoutfitters.comOxford Circus 15 west Ave., wayne, (610) 293-0321Peanut Butter & Jane 503 w. lancaster Ave., Suite 320, (610) 254-9300The Pear Tree 133 N. wayne Ave., (610) 688-7202Prins & Volkhardt Jewelers 503 w. lancaster Ave., Suite 200, (610) 687-8840Brian M. Smaul Ltd. Jewelry 503 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-4035, brianmsmaul.comSpogue & Company 302 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 902-9860, spogue.comStitch Haus 110 S. wayne Ave., (610) 688-2726, stitchhaus.comStone House Antiques & Design 625 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 293-3230, baleeantiques.comTiger Shop 122 N. wayne Ave., (610) 688-8916Tredici 4 louella Court, (610) 308-1310Troubadour Music Shop 125 N. wayne Ave., (610) 687-1721Valley Forge Flowers 503 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-5566503, valleyforgeflowers.comWayne Art Center 413 Maplewood Ave., (610) 688-3553, wayneart.comWayne Art Supplies 112 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 254-9011Wayne Jewelers 101 w. lancaster Ave., (610) 687-9230Wayne Sporting Goods 124 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 293-0400, waynesportinggoods.comThe Wedding Shoppe 503 w. lancaster Ave., Suite 110, (610) 293-1299, wedding-shoppe.comThe Woman’s Exchange 185 E. lancaster Ave., (610) 688-1431


when Nelson Dayton moved his lock company to wayne in the 1970s, Santa Claus was a stationary soul. The late bill braxton ran the annual St. Nick meet-and-greet in front of the firehouse, and while the Jolly One turned a few heads, he clearly craved more visibility. Dayton chipped in to help and, a few years later, wayne’s Christmas land-scape changed.

“bill and I wanted to move Santa,” says Dayton, who’s still in charge, “then we thought, ‘why don’t we have a little parade?’”

They did both. Radnor High School band director Dan Drew provided 10 marching musicians. The fire company threw in a hook-and-ladder. And just like that, Santa had a new venue. He boarded at louella Court and de-coached at the wayne Hotel, traveling a scant one-eighth mile. It wasn’t Macy’s, but it was something.

Nearly 30 years later, the Santa Parade still caps the Old-Fashioned Christmas during the first weekend of December. On friday night, hundreds converge on the train station for the tree-lighting ceremony. The Valley forge Military Academy & College Choir sings up a storm. Strolling carolers and horse-drawn carriages trans-form the heart of wayne into a Currier & Ives print.

The Christmas tree, planted 20 years ago, has more than tripled in height, and Saturday’s Santa Parade has expanded also. A hundred strong let loose in the uniformed marching band, joined by antique cars and several fire trucks. The parade’s half-mile route now begins at the Acme but still ends at the storied wayne Hotel, where Santa clambers onto the porch and is promptly besieged.

“It’s great to see the kids’ faces light up,” says Dayton.

Mad, Mad, Mad WOrldMayhem, drama and historical authenticity are all on the menu during the time-traveling Mad anthony days of Wayne, which musters the local Revolutionary brigade into a new campaign every May.

“Our intent was to elevate [Mad Anthony] wayne’s contribution to the founding of our nation,” says Art Hartel, who co-chairs the three-day event with his wife, Pat. “but it’s taken on a life of its own.”

MADw is indeed a homage to the general who got a bad rap for the Paoli Massacre but more than redeemed himself by vanquishing the british at yorktown and by forcing a treaty with the Indians to open up the way west. but it’s also about atmosphere and showbiz.

This year’s friday dinner turned the Saturday Club’s staid clubhouse into a vintage Spread Eagle Tavern, a prime watering hole where Colonials quaffed ale and damned the king. The repast drew on period cookbooks for inspiration, and costumed thespians interacted with the dining audience.

Saturday was more for the kids—think treasure hunt, puppy parade, caricature painting, and military “drill” in downtown wayne. On Sunday, following a graveside ceremony and historic graves tour at St. David’s Episcopal Church, the scene shifted to Historic waynesborough for a reception, lecture and further lionization of Mad Anthony.

Hartel vows a return of the children’s puppet show next May, adding that venues and sequencing may change. “we may have a friday-night Ghost walk,” he says. “There’s an old wayne girlfriend out there somewhere, and she comes back to visit.”

all ThaT JazzIt all started with the music—the urge to make more, that is. Jazz singer laura Munich was performing weekly with pianist/dad bill and a bass player at the Station Café, but sought a wider audience. “I brainstormed ways to get more people to hear me and other artists,” says Munich.

what better mix than good food, tasty jazz, and a down-home block party? North wayne Avenue, between lancaster and west avenues, had the restaurants and the space for the gig. So Munich joined Christopher’s partners Jennifer bailer and Chris Todd to launch the Main line Jazz & Food Festival in 2004.

The first five festivals were strictly afternoon affairs, with food samplers and jazz aficionados filling the street, bellying up to vendor booths and gathering round the tented bandstand. last June, artisans demonstrated their craft during the early-afternoon hours, but the

prime-time festival shifted to a 4 -10 p.m. schedule, with the restaurants extending seating onto sidewalk and street, and the bandstand cooking as always.

larry Mckenna, who’s played with the likes of Sinatra and woody Herman, spoke for tradition, as his sax joined Munich’s trio for the sixth straight year. And a jazz-fusion octet cut a modern edge, while other groups swayed with big band and brazilian music. “we have an eclectic range of artists,” says Munich, who still performs and also co-produces with bailer.

“It’s growing up,” says bailer of the fest, presented each year by land Rover Main line. “we hope it becomes a go-to event for the people of the Delaware Valley.”

a FeSTive FallThe radnor Fall Festival is on the move again. long held at Radnor Middle School in the heart of town, the shindig has spent the past three years at warren filipone Memorial Park on South Devon Avenue. but on Sunday, Sept. 20, it returns to the heart, though in a different chamber.

This year’s Sunday-afternoon spectacular (1-5 p.m.) has staked out the venue that showcases the Main line Jazz & food festival in June: the broad block of North wayne Avenue between lancaster Avenue and the train station. (Nearby parking lots may provide additional space.)

“we want the event to have more local flavor,” says co-chair Todd Serinsky, of westside wellness Chiropractic. “we’re shrinking the number of rides.”

Not to worry—the ferris wheel, rock-climbing wall and Tubs of fun will be back in action. Other returning flavors include pony rides, clowns, magicians, face painting, dance troupes and live music. local newspaper Main Line Suburban Life will sponsor its dog show; the fire department will execute its Jaws of life extrication; and the Valley forge Military Academy marching band will get things under-way with a flourish. Serinsky expects small-business and nonprofit exhibitors to number in the dozens. for a snack on the go, look for Girl Scout cookies and Rotary popcorn.

what began 17 years ago as a community health fair quickly became a full-fledged festival that keeps diversifying—two new acts join this year’s lineup. Courtesy of the wayne Art Center, a chainsaw artist will set up shop in a screened-in gazebo and hew a piece of art from wood. And the Skunk Hollow Community farm adjacent to the willows will present a composting demonstration.

Meanwhile, Serinsky seeks to up the ante on the festival’s fund-raising prowess. “we’ve been a break-even event until now, but we want to make it a benefit,” he says.

This year’s “voluntary suggested donations” will support the fire department and benefit scholarship funds for local youth, providing ample reward for the wayne business Association committee that organizes the festival. “we get to show what we’re capable of doing,” says Serinsky, who’s joined by wife laura on the committee. “There’s a meaning to all of this.”


Events in Wayne

Mad Anthony Days of Wayne happen every May.

Special Promotional Section to Wayne

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