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The Writers' Room of Bucks Co. holds regular meetings
in Doylestown. For information call 215.348.1663 or contact
www.WritersRoom.net
Local families are needed to host pairs of teens from Northern Ireland
for the summer. The program is organized by the Children's Friendship
Project. Interested families should contact the Delaware Valley Coordinator
at 215.493.8511.
Don't miss the barge - Miles of Mules is an exciting
public art project that will benefit the Michener Art Museum and give local
artists a huge public audience for their creativity. Contact Laura Biersmith
at 215.794.6867 or visit the web site
www.milesofmules.org.
Through April 13, 2003
In commemoration of Levittown's 50th anniversary, the James A. Michener Art
Museum will present "Levittown: A Home of Our Own" from January 25 through
April 13, 2003. This exhibition is a visual celebration of this uniquely
American community.
February 1, 2003, Sat.
Planned Parenthood presents the Seventh Annual Choice Chili Cook-off at 6:30
pm at the Eagle Fire Co., New Hope. 215.785.4594.
January 31 & Feb. 1, 2003, Fri. & Sat.
Center Stage, the NH-S Theater Club will present the musical "Oliver" at the
Stephen Bucks Theater. Call the school for info.
February 2, 2003, Sun.
The Trinity Episcopal Church, Solebury, Friends of Music will present
classical guitarist Christopher Kenniff at the church. 215.297.5135.
February 2, 2003, Sun.
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve presents a lecture on "Installing and
Maintaining a Native Plant Wildflower Meadow". . 215.862.2924 or visit
www.bhwp.org
February 2, 2003, Sun.
The Lambertville Historical Soc. is sponsoring the 23rd Annual Juried Art
Exhibition entitled "Lambertville and the Surrounding Area" Artists are
invited to submit one painting in oil, watercolor, acrylic with the subject
of Lambertville, New Hope or the surrounding area. 609.397.0804
February 2, 2003, Sun.
The Concordia Chamber Players celebration of Franz Schubert's 206th birthday
will feature sprano Dana Hanchard at the Stephen Buck Theater. .
215.297.5972.
Feb. 2, 2003, Sun.
The Concordia Chamber Players present an All Schubert Program at the Stephen Buck Theater,
New Hope. String Trio in Bb Major, Selection of Songs and the Quintet D. 667, op. 114, A
major, Die Forellen. 215.297.5972 or www.concordiaplayers.org
Feb. 2 thru 8, 2003, Sun. - Sat.
National Consumer Protection Week was declared by the Bucks Co.
Commissioners. The Consumer Protection office provides information about
laws and regulations governing businesses and advocates for consumer rights.
215.348.7442 or visit www.buckscounty.org.
February 7, 2003 Friday
Song Bird Coffee and Music at Honey Hollow
On Friday, February 7 from 7:00 9:00 p.m. Bucks County Audubon Society
presents an evening of live music and shade grown coffee at the Audubon
Visitor Center, a converted barn on the grounds of the Honey Hollow
Environmental Education Center. Musicians from the Bucks County Folk Song
Society will perform. Fee is $6 per adult. The program is held at the Bucks
County Audubon Visitor Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, off Rt. 263 in
Solebury, two miles east of Peddler's Village. Call the Bucks County Audubon
Society for further information at (215) 297-5880. Guests are asked to bring
a mug to enjoy the shade grown coffee provided. The Bucks County Audubon
Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving wildlife,
promoting awareness of environmental problems, educating the community about
the interdependence of humans and the natural world, and furthering the wise
use of land, air and water. The administrative offices are located at 6324
Upper York Road, New Hope, PA 18938.
Fed. 7-9, 2003
The Seventh Annual Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival will take
place during the weekend of February 7 - 9, 2003. Once again, the twin river
towns of New Hope and Lambertville will present 3 days of non-stop music and
entertainment for everyone. Weekend highlights include Live Ice Carving
Demonstrations... Annual Chili Cook-Off at the River Horse Brewing
Company... Competition with 3 Philadelphia Mummers String Bands...Winter
Historic Walking Tours... Children's Scavenger Hunt ... Family
entertainment... SnowFolk Art Display...Bed k Breakfast Tours...One Mile
Fun, Walk Run...and more. The Festival kicks-off on Friday night with a live
concert featuring Annie Haslam, former lead singer of the progressive rock
band known as "Renaissance". Annie, with her five piece band will perform
songs from the past and present. General admission tickets are $25.00. VIP
tickets ($60.00) include a Pre-Concert Reception with seats in the first 8
rows of the Theater.
For more information about concert tickets and the winter festival, call
215-862-2974.
The Festival is sponsored by The First National Bank and Trust Company of
Newtown, Lambertville Station, River Horse Brewing Company, New Hope
Advertising, Holly Hedge and many area businesses and residents. Proceeds
from Winter Festival 2003 will be donated to several community organizations
including the New-Hope Solebury School Drama clubs, Lambertville Recreation
Commission, and the New Hope - Solebury Parks and Recreation Departments.
The Rivertown Project, Inc., P.O. BOX 245, New Hope,
PA 18938 (215) 862-2974
Feb. 8, 2003, Sat.
Sage will be playing 2 sets at John & Peter's on February 8th. The show
starts at 9PM. There will be an acoustic opener. Admission is FREE!!
http://www.sageband.com
Feb. 8, 2003, Sat.
The Delaware River Mill Society is hosting a dance with a DJ at the
Prallsville Mills in Stockton. 609.397.3586.
Feb. 8, 2003, Sat.
Miss Gay Pennsylvania USofA 2003 Pageant -
Saturday, February 8, 2003 - Doors open at 6PM.
Eagle Firehouse Ballroom, Rt. 202 & Sugan Road, New Hope, PA.
Tickets are $50 and include admission to a Friday night Meet the
Contestant party at the Raven and an after the show party at the
Cartwheel. A portion of the proceeds benefit Family Services of Bucks
Co. 215.397.5685 or visit missgaypausofa.com. |
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February 9, 2003 Sun.
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve presents a lecture on "From Rain Gardens
to Roof Meadows". 215.862.2924 or visit
www.bhwp.org
February 11, 2003 Tuesday
"Whales" Subject of Bucks County Audubon Society Meeting
The Bucks County Audubon Society presents "Whales" on Tuesday, February 11
at 7:30 p.m. at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Visitor Center.
Marlin Corn, naturalist from the Churchville Nature Center, will lead guests
on a visual exploration of the mysterious watery world of the whales of
North America. This is a regularly scheduled meeting of the Bucks County
Audubon Society.
A $3.00 donation is requested. Light refreshments will be served. The
Audubon Visitor Center at Honey Hollow is located at 2877 Creamery Rd., New
Hope, PA, off Route 263, two miles east of Peddlers Village.
"Whales" is one of a series of Bucks County Audubon Society meetings held
monthly and the open to the public. For more information on this and other
upcoming Audubon programs call 215-297-5880.
Feb. 12, 2003, Wed.
Relay for Peace, a 12-day interstate peace initiative, will begin at the
Peace Weavers Round House Center outside of Lambertville. 609.397.4654.
Feb. 13, 2003, Thurs.
Lambertville business owners are invited to attend a brainstorming session,
"Merchants Meet", at the Pasha Rugs Warehouse at 54 Coryell St.609.397.9797
Feb. 14, 2003, Fri.
The Hunterdon Co. Dept. of Parks & Rec. is sponsoring a trip to Rutgers
University's indoor climbing wall. 908.782.1158
February 14, 2003, Fri.
Audubon offers Teacher Naturalist Training
Friday, February 14 Bucks County Audubon Society offers the first in a
series of training sessions for potential Audubon Teacher Naturalists at the
Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Classes continue every Friday through March 14. Adults interested in working
with school children at the center should register before February 7 by
calling the Education Office at 215-297-0309. There is no fee for the
training. Participants will be introduced to techniques for sharing the
wonders of the environment with groups of students who visit the Honey
Hollow Environmental Education Center.
Upon completion of instruction, participants with enthusiasm and flexibility
may be asked to join the paid staff of the Bucks County Audubon Society to
teach environmental education to school students. The program begins at the
Audubon Visitor Center, 2877 Creamery Road, New Hope, PA, off Route 263, two
miles east of Peddlers Village.
February 15, 2003, Sat.
"Great Backyard Bird Count" at Honey Hollow
Bucks County Audubon Society invites area bird enthusiasts to participate in
the Great Backyard Bird Count with the staff at the Honey Hollow
Environmental Education Center on Saturday, February 15 from 10:00 a.m. to
12:00 p.m.
Call the Bucks County Audubon Society office at 215-297-5880 before FEBRUARY
14 to register free for a place at the bird blind or the pond to identify
and record birds for this citizen science project. Information collected
will be submitted via the internet to www.birdsource.cornell.edu. Registered
participants will meet at the Audubon Visitor Center at 2877 Creamery Road,
off Route 263, 2 miles east of Peddlers Village.
February 15, 2003, Sat.
Come out and lend your eyes and ears to this valuable citizen science
project. Dress warmly to go out to the bird blind and the pond to count
birds and help submit data via the Internet. Free - pre-register by Feb. 14.
215.297.5880.
February 16, 2003, Sun.
General George Washington: A Birthday Celebration at Washington Crossing
Historic Park, PA. 215.493.4076.
February 16, 2003, Sun.
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve presents a lecture on "Native Plants
throughout the Seasons". 215.862.2924 or visit
www.bhwp.org
Feb. 18. 2003, Tues.
Internationally acclaimed garden photographer and author, Derek Fell, will
give a special slide presentation and lecture at the Free Library of New
Hope. No charge but reservations required 215.l862.2330.
Feb. 19, 2003, Wed.
Four panelists will discuss how artists can promote their work at the
Artsbridge meeting. The public is welcome at no charge. 609.773.0881.
Feb. 20 - 23, 2003, Thurs. - Sat.
The Solebury School's theater dept. will present the musical "Cabaret" on
the campus on Phillips Mill Rd., New Hope. 215.862.5261
February 20, 2003 Thursday
Junior Explorers Search Audubonıs Honey Hollow for Nature Stories
Thursday, February 20, Bucks County Audubon Society offers "Animals in
Winter" one of a series of nature programs for Junior Explorers,
kindergarten through second grade. Participants will meet from 4:00-5:30
p.m. at the Audubon Visitor Center to find out how animals handle the cold.
Registration is required as space is limited. Fee for children only
(non-members), $8; BCAS members, $6. Payment is requested at the time of
registration. To register for this program or receive a list of fall/winter
programs, call the Bucks County Audubon Society office at (215) 297-5880.
The program begins at the Audubon Visitor Center, 2877 Creamery Road, New
Hope, PA, off Route 263, two miles east of Peddlers Village. "Animals in
Winter" is one of a series of programs designed to be a unique sharing and
learning experience for children and their parents by providing an
opportunity to explore the natural environment, study the creatures that
reside there and try nature crafts. The Bucks County Audubon Society is a
nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving wildlife, promoting awareness
of environmental problems, educating the community about the interdependence
of humans and the natural world, and furthering the wise use of land, air
and water. The administrative office is located at 6324 Upper York Road, New
Hope, PA 18938.
Lambertville, NJ native, Erica Bowman, is writing a
thesis on the stone ruins of Bucks County. She is looking for crumbling
foundations, forgotten stonewalls, ancient boundary markers, etc. and
can be contacted at ericabowman@hotmail.com or call 607.257.3651.
The Lambertville Downtown Performing Arts Center, specializing in
theatre arts, invites you to call for the Summer Intensive Program Brochure.
609.l397.3337 or www.downtownpac.com
Feb. 21-22, 2003, Fri & Sat.
The Phillips Mill Players present The Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr
(abridged) at the Mill on River Rd., New Hope. 215.348.9126 or 609.397.2441.
Feb. 21 & 22, 2003, Fri. & Sat.
The Riverside Symphonia will perform Mozart's "Requiem" and "Jupiter
Symphony No. 41" at the Church of St. John the Evangelist in Lambertville.
215.862.3300
Feb. 22, 2003, Sat.
Audubon PA is conducting a one-day workshop on white-tailed deer management
at Bucks Co. Community College. 814-445-5335.
Feb. 22, 2003, Sat.
A book sale and signing of "Simply Knit", a knitting book written by store
owners Carol Lapin and Cc Conway, will take place in Lambertville.
609-397-7101
Feb. 22, 2003, Sat.
Rhapsodies by the River will host an open mike concert at Centenary United
Methodist Church in Lambertville. Musicians and supporters are welcome,
admission is free and refreshments will be served. 609.397.4129.
Feb. 22, 2003
Roxey Ballet Company, Lambertville to hold its 2003 season company
auditions.
On February 22, 2003 the Roxey Ballet Company of Lambertville will hold
company auditions for itıs 2003/2004 season. Roxey Ballet is currently
offering professional and apprentice contracts for a 30+ week professional
contract. Dancers contracts will begin in September of 2003. Contracts will
be awarded in May of 2003. RBC season will include but not limited to
Dracula, Nutcracker, Pied Piper of Hamlin, Peter and the Wolf, Cinderella,
Swan Lake and more. Repertory works include over 30 original works.
Professional Artists interested in auditioning should forward a headshot,
resume, video and two letters of recommendation to P.O. Box 251 Stockton,
New Jersey 08559. Auditions for men & women will be held at 2:00pm at 243
North Union Street, Lambertville, New Jersey 08530. Female artists please
bring pointe shoes and male artists prepare to partner.
For more information on opportunities or to RSVP please call 609.397.7616 at
extension 816. The audition fee is $16.00. Dancers unable to attend this
audition should make plans to be seen prior to May 1, 2003. We can also be
found on the web at wwww.roxeyballet.com or email:
auditions@roxeyballet.com
Feb. 23, 2003, Sun.
The Phillips Mill Players present The Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr
(abridged) at the Mill on River Rd., New Hope. 215.348.9126 or 609.397.2441
February 23, 2003, Sun.
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve presents a lecture on "Gardening with
Moss". 215.862.2924. or visit www.bhwp.org
Feb. 23, 2003, Sun.
The Nakashima Foundation for Peace will give a slide presentation on the
Peace Table at the Mansion Inn, New Hope. 215.862.1231
Feb. 28, 2003, Fri
Solelbury School continues its Creative Thinkers Series with New York Times
Correspondent, Chris Hedges, author of the book, "War is a Force that Gives
Us Meaning."
Feb. 28, 2003, Fri.
Solebury School continues its Creative Thinkers Series with New York Times
Correspondent, Chris Hedges, discussing his book "War is a Force that Gives
Us Meaning". 215.862.5261.
Feb. 28-Mar.,1 2003, Fri. & Sat.
The Phillips Mill Players present The Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr
(abridged) at the Mill on River Rd., New Hope. 215.348.9126 or 609.397.2441
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