Film entries are being sought for the Bucks Fever Film Fest, the second
annual juried competition for short films and video. Visit
www.countytheater.org
Singles Group- new all-ages singles group "Alive Singles" 7 pm Wednesdays,
Deep End Café, Lambertville. 609.773.0380
Memorial benches will line the length of the Delaware Canal towpath to honor
the 17 Bucks Co. residents who died in the 9-11 attacks on the World Trade
Center. Tax deductible donations are being sought to cover the $475 cost of
each bench and plaque. Call Friends of the Delaware Canal at 215.862.2021.
The Bucks Co. Playhouse will be continuing a tradition of fostering school
age dramatic talent with the 36th Annual Secondary School Drama Festival.
Open to both junior and senior high students, drama clubs, etc. 215.862.2046
or visit buckscountyplayhouse.com
Thru May 25, 2003
Doylestown Hospital is sponsoring the 2003 Bucks Co. Designer House at
Dogwood Farm, New Britain. Proceeds this year are earmarked for renovation
of the hospital's north lobby. 215.345.2347
May 1, 2003, Thurs.
The New Hope/Solebury Library is sponsoring a lecture by Bridget Wingert,
editor in chief and owner of the newest newspaper in our area, The Bucks Co.
Herald. She will discuss what goes into producing a weekly newspaper and
about the many people she has known here. 215.862.2330.
May 1, 2003, Thurs.
The Riverside Symphonia League is sponsoring a bus trip to the New York
Botanical Garden "Antique Garden Furniture Show and Sale". 215.862.4914
May 3, 2003, Sat.
The Miles of Mules Events Committee is pleased to announce a unique tribute
to the annual "Run for the Roses" from 4-7 p.m. The "Ass-Cot Race" will take
place at Jericho Mountain Orchards and is to raise funds for the Miles of
Mules public art project. There will be a live mule race with betting for
win, place or show prizes and an auction for several fabulous items.
215.598.1598.
May 3, 2003, Sat.
The New Hope Historical Society's Parry Mansion is open for tours. A walking
tour is scheduled for 2 pm. 215.862.5652
May 3, 2003, Sat.
The Delaware and Raritan Canal will sponsor a free folk music program at
Bull's Island. Bring a blanket, chair and snack. 609.397.2949.
May 3 & 4, 2003
Company Players of Downtown Performing Arts Center presents INTO THE WOODS,
Junior on Sat may 3rd at 1:00 PM and Sunday May 4th at 6:00 PM. The
performance opens at the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope. Tickets are
$8.00 and can he purchased at the door or by calling 609-397-3337. Check out
website for more info.
www.downtownpac.com
Thru May 4, 2003
The Delaware River Basin Commission has invited the public to participate in
Water Snapshot 2003. The program is an opportunity to collect water quality
data. Some participants conduct a visual assessment while others use simple
test kits or sophisticated instruments to discover the health of the
Delaware River. 609.883.9500 ex 260.
May 5, 2003, Mon.
The New Hope Historical Soc. presents a lecture by William, Novack on the
legacy of Henry Chapman Mercer. 215.862.5652.
May 8, 2003, Thurs.
Bob Griffiths, an expert on the Bucks Co. "Genius Belt" days, will talk
about the lives of our celebrated neighbors at the New Hope/Solebury Library
at 7:30 pm. He is a nationally recognized playwrite, author and lecturer.
His latest book is "Do What You Love for the Rest of Your Life".
215.862.2330.
May 10, 2003
Opening Reception for the New Hope Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition
A New Hope Arts, Inc. event - partially funded by the Greater Philadelphia
Cultural Alliance and the Pa. Council on the Arts.
For more information 215-862-3396, newhopearts@aol.com or visit
www.newhopepennsylvania.com/sculptureproject.html No fee
May 10, 2003, Sat.
Inn to the Woods Bed & Breakfast in Washington Crossing will launch it's
"Great Philosophers Lecture Series. Four sessions. Barbara Solowey will
offer will offer reading insight and lead group discussions on work from one
of America's greatest philosophers Ralph Waldo Emerson. 215.493.1974
May 10-11,2003 Sat/Sun.
New Visions Magazine is sponsoring the New Hope Healthy Living Expo at the
Eagle
Fire Hall. More than 60 vendors and holistic practitioners will offer
jewelry, crystals, herbs, nutrition, and astrology. 215.453.7371 or
www.newvisions-magazine.com
May 10 & 11, 2003
Roxey Ballet will present Children’s Classic Stories featuring Peter & the
Wolf and Pied Piper of Hamelin and more. Villa Victoria Theater RT. 29 West
Trenton.
May10th at 3:00 and May 11th at 3:00 (Mothers Day Weekend)
How to get there? Take Rt 29 toward Trenton 10 minutes outside of
Lamberville, NJ
Tickets are $25.00 for the general public and $22.00 for seniors and disable
They will go on Sale on March 1, 2003. This performance will sell out so
don’t delay.
For more info or to purchase tickets please call 609-397-7616 ext 807
or purchase online at
www.roxeyballet.com
May 11 - June 1st, 2003
11th Annual Phillips Mill Photographic Exhibtion - 2 mi north of New
Hope on River Rd. Rt 32. May 11th - June 1st - Free Admission. Sun
Wed Thurs 1-5pm; Fri/ Sat 1-9pm; Memorial Day 1-5; Closed Mon & Tues. 125
Artists plus High school work in the old Historic Mill Built in 1756. All
work is for sale. Moneys raised go to the annual scholarship. Raffling
Epson1280 printer. Donations welcome.
Questions call 215-396-7040 Peter Redman Mill # 215-862-0582 during open
hours. ivypete@aol.com
www.phillipsmill.org
May 12, 2003, Mon.
Golf Outing at the Heron Glen Golf Course, Rt. 202, Ringoes, NJ to benefit
the New Hope Visitor's Center revitalization plan. Call 215.862.2102 or the
Visitor's Center at
215.862.5030.
May 13, 2003, Tues.
Bucks Co. Choral Soc. will be auditioning prospective singers interested in
being considered for section leaders or chamber choir openings. 215.598.6142
to schedule audition time.
May 16, 2003, Fri.
GRAND REOPENING of the New Hope Visitor's Center. Everyone is invited to see
the newly renovated building and enjoy refreshments at 4:30 pm. See you
there!!.
May 17, 2003, Sat.
New Hope Fashion Fever - show, music and dance party on Main St., from 2
until 7 pm. Produced by Savoni Designer Clothing Boutique. Net proceeds will
benefit the Twin Towers Orphan Fund. 215.862.6438.
newhopefashionfever@hotmail.com.
May 17, 2003, Sat.
Carversville Day 2003 will be celebrated 10-4 pm, sponsored by the Historic
Carversville Soc., featuring entertainment, vendors, crafts, contests and a
variety of refreshments. Volunteers are needed. 215.297.5385.
May 17-18, 2003, Sat-Sun.
Spring State Craft Festival, Tyler State Park, Richboro, PA. Designer
Craftsmen events offering entertainment, education, great food and the
magnificent art and craftwork of Pennsylvania craftsmen. 800.684.7440.
May 18, 2003, Sun.
Indian Rock Inn is celebrating the first year anniversary of re-opening the
Indian Rock Inn on Sunday, May 18th. They are going to have an open house
from 2 to 5 pm during which they hope to honor treasured loyal patrons and
business relationships they have made during the year. They also hope to
welcome other members of the Delaware Valley Community and beyond to come
and get acquainted. They will be serving some refreshments and have some
music as we mingle among our old friends and make new ones.
May 18 2003, Sun
Friends of the Delaware canal will sponsor "Sharing the Towpath Trail Day ",
an 8 mile round trip bike hike along the canal between center bridge and
Point Pleasant. 215.862.2021 or
fodc@erols.com
May 18 2003, Sun.
BARC will hold a juried Fine Arts Show at the Historic Tinicum Barn in
Erwinna. Original works and prints by 22 Bucks county artist will be
available for sale. 18 original works of art will be raffled that day.
215.794.0800 x 369
May 29, 2003, Thurs.
The Mercer County Wildlife Center will celebrate its 20th anniversary at
Diamonds Riverside from 5:30-7:30 pm. The evening will include a silent
auction with all proceeds go towards the center's new hospital. The center
cares for over 1800 animals a year free of charge although donations are
welcome. . 609.737.7645.
May 31, 2003, Sat.
The Make Believe Players will hold auditions for the 42nd season 9 am to
noon and 2to5 on Sunday, June 1 at the studio on Ely Road, New Hope.
215.968.1869.
May 31, 2003, Sat.
The 7th annual Golden Night Auction is being held at River Valley School,
Upper Black Eddy at 5:30 pm. with food and silent and live auctions.
610.982.5606.
May 31, 2003, Sat.
The Tinicum Civic Assn. at the Stover Mill Gallery will feature "Remembered
Vistas", works in oils and acrylics by Lynn Miller. Proceeds are used for
the upkeep of the Stover Mill in Erwinna and any surplus remaining is
donated to community organizations. 610.294.9420
