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The James A. Michener Art Museum-New Hope is now open. Located in Union Square, the museum presents “The Place Genius Calls Home”. Come and share our excitement and explore the creativity that emerged from Bucks County. www.michenerartmuseum.org for updated information.

Kate Brockman's "Namaste" on exhibit at the Wedgwood Inn, 111 W. Bridge Street in New Hope, PA "Tis The Season for a Perfect Stroll" Winter Offers The Perfect Backdrop For Enjoying The New Hope Outdoor Sculpture Show. Earlier this year New Hope, Pennsylvania was transformed into an open-air museum where visitors and residents were invited to enjoy works by seven sculptors exhibiting large outdoor pieces throughout the community. The exhibition sponsored by New Hope Arts, Inc. offers a diverse and exciting mix of contemporary and traditional sculpture by artists from as near as Lambertville,

New Jersey and as far away as Chicago. As the leaves fall and snow settles on the ground the community offers a special backdrop in which to enjoy the exciting show which features noted sculptors who have been awarded Fellowships from the National Endowment of the Arts and important foundations such as New York Foundation for the Arts and the Pollock-Krasner Foundation. The artists have won numerous awards in prestigious international and national exhibitions and are included in the permanent collections of prominent museums as well as in public and private collections throughout the country and abroad. Walking guides to the exhibition are available at several exhibition sites including the New Hope Historical Society, the Wedgwood Inn, the New Hope Information Center and Golden Door Gallery. Guides and additional information about New Hope Arts, Inc. and the exhibition are also available on their website at www.NewHopeArtsInc.org. This exhibition sponsored by New Hope Arts, Inc. is partially funded by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Pennsylvania Partners for the Arts, Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, and site sponsors including the Borough of New Hope, the New Hope Chamber of Commerce, Grover Stults, CPA and Triumph Restaurant &Brewery. For more information about individual artists or participating in the project as a volunteer or site sponsor or site host check www.NewHopeArtsInc.org. Artists interested in applying for the 2004 exhibition will also find applications on the website.

Men Mentoring Men, a support group for men focusing on men’s issues and complex relationships, meets every other Thurs. at the Adams Gallery, Union Square, New Hope. 215.862.0411.

Dec. 1 –thru -Jan 3, 2004
The Triumph Brewery in Union Square, New Hope, hosts “Made in Bucks County,” an exhibit of over 60 local images taken by the Newtown Camera Club. 215.862.8300.

Dec. 2003
The Key Club, a service program in the NH-S High School, is again sponsoring “Adopt a Child for the Holidays”, a giving opportunity. To sponsor a child or donate call Randol at 215.297.0741 or fax 215.297.8271.

Dec. 1, 2003, Tues.
The NH-S Library is sponsoring a free event at the library in New Hope. Mira Nakashima, who has carried on the work of her father, George Nakashima, will talk about her father as well as her new book, “Nature, Form and Spirit”. 215.862.2330.

Dec. 2, 2003, Tues.
Annual Holiday Sing-A-Long sponsored by the NH-S Library 7-8:30 pm at the Eagle Fire Co. Refreshments, crafts, stories and singing.

Framed and unframed photographs will be available and prices begin at $20. For more info call 215-862-0823.

Dec. 3, 2003 Annual John & Peter's Show to be held December 3 John Larsen’s Our Town Will Feature Faces & Places of New Hope. John & Peter’s, 96 S. Main Street in New Hope, Pa will host its 31st Anniversary Photography Show on Wednesday, December 3, 2003. The show - John Larsen’s “Our Town”- is a photographic exhibition celebrating the faces & places that make New Hope so special. Doors open at 7:30pm and the show and sale will be for one night only. The evening will feature guest appearances by photographers Joseph Crilley and Jack Rosen who will also have photographs for sale. Framed and unframed photographs will be available and prices begin at $20. For more information call 215-862-0823.

Dec. 3, 2003, Wed
An “Evening of Giving” is being planned by Marilyn Bullock, the local representative of The Heartfelt Foundation, a non-profit group whose mission is ”changing people’s lives through the healing power of heartfelt service”. The event will benefit Fisherman’s Mark, A Woman’s Place and Women’s Crisis Center. The owner of Variete in New Hope will serve as host and provide wine and hors d’oeuvres. 215,862.6489

Dec. 4, 2003, Thurs
Delaware Valley Music Club holiday musicale at Thompson Memorial Presbyterian Church, New Hope. 610.294.8101

Dec. 5, 2003, Fri.
New Hope Holiday Shopping, sponsored by the Lambertville Chamber of Commerce and the Independent Merchants of New Hope – all stores open until 9 p.m. Special events planned. 215.862.9581.
2:30 - 4:00 PM - Santa Claus at Lambertville Station. Santa will be handing out candy canes and letting children sit on his lap. Bring your camera!
4:00 PM - *Free* Mysteries and Scandals Tour of Lambertville. Meet outside the Lambertville Station at 4:00. $8 value. Donations welcome.
4:30 - 6:00 PM - Santa Claus at the New Hope Visitor's Center. Santa will be handing out candy canes and letting children sit on his lap. Bring your camera!
6:00 PM - *Free* Historic Pub Walk of New Hope and Lambertville. Meet at Martine's in New Hope at 6:00. $8 value. Donations welcome.
6:00 - 8:00 PM - *Free* The New Hope Historical Society is offering hot cider and cookies and a first floor walk through of the Parry Mansion.
6:00 - 8:00 PM - *Free* Gift Wrapping at the Parry Mansion in New Hope. Donations welcome.
7:30 PM - NH Solebury High School Christmas Carolers, Hello Gorgeous, 43 N. Main St.
8:30 PM - Christmas Sing-a-long at Gerenser's Ice Cream Store, 22 S. Main St.

Dec. 6, 2003, Sat.
Trinity Church, Solebury, will host its 13th Annual House Tour & Christmas Shop. In addition to the House Tour and the Christmas Shop, tea will be served and box lunches will be enjoyed as well as their famous cookies.

Dec. 6, 2003, Sat.
Colonial Christmas Ball hosted by Caroline Dechert and Col. Robert Gerenser at Gerenser Hall, New Hope. Authentic 18th century dress requested. 215.862.2050.

Dec. 6 & 7, 2003, Sat. & Sun.
The Third Annual Christmas Bazaar will take place at St. Martin of Tours Elementary School

Dec. 7, 2003, Sun
16th Annual Holiday Songfest by the Silver Dollar Singers at Phillips Mill, New Hope. BYOB. Champagne and hot cider will be provided. 215.230.8444.

Dec. 7, 2003, Sun.
Country Hay Ride and Christmas Tree Cutting at Stone Hollow Farm, Pipersville, to benefit the Riverside Symphonia. 609.397.7300 or 215.862.3300 x3.

Dec. 9, 2003, Tues.
River Huston presents her original show “Sex, Cellulite and Large Farm Equipment” at Havanas, New Hope. The event is a non-official backers audition for an off-Broadway production. Call 610.982.9233.

Dec. 10, 2003, Wed.
New Hope Partners in Progress celebrates the holiday season at the Landing Restaurant and local residents are invited. 215.862.0883

Dec. 12 & 13, 2003, Fri./Sat.
First Delaware Riverkeeper Network Holiday Craft Show at Prallsville Mill, Stockton, NJ. Over 30 artists/craftpeople will display jewelry, pottery, handmade & vintage clothing, etc. Free catered refreshments and silent auction. 215.297.5218.

Dec. 13, 2003, Sat.
Monroe Crossing will be stepping off from Odette’s Restaurant at 11:30 and marching into New Hope. They will present a military review at the Ferry St. Landing and proceed across the Delaware, river conditions permitting. 215.862. 2050.

Dec. 13, 2003, Sat.
Christmas in the Country, the 6th Annual Progressive Dinner, featuring the finest in Riverside Symphonia hospitality to benefit the Riverside Symphonia. 609.397.7300 or 215.862.3300 x3.

Dec. 13, 2003, Sat.
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve is conducting a wreath workshop at 10 am. 215.862.2924

Dec. 13, 2003, Sat.
The Plumstead Lions Club will hold its annual holiday fruit sale featuring pink grapefruit and navel oranges. Proceeds from the fund raising effort will benefit the blind and physically impaired. 214.766.3978.

Dec. 14, 2003, Sun.
Painter and sculptor Ed Adams will present a Dinner with the Artist lecture entitled “Creating in Three-Dimension: The Making of a Sculpture” at the Triumph Brewing Co, New Hope. 215.862.8300.

Dec. 14 & 15, 2003, Sun. & Mon.
Tinicum Herb Barn presents “Herbal Holidays” in Erwinna. 610.847.8452.

December 17, 2003 Wednesday The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce coradially invites the business community and residents to a holiday party - Wednesday December 17, 2003 at 6:30pm at the Triumph Brewing Co. Lots of food - Cash Bar

Dec. 17, 2003, Wed.
The New Hope Chamber of Commerce celebrates the holiday season at the Triumph Brewery, Union Square and local residents are invited. 215.862.5454

Dec. l7, 2003, Sun.
The 8th Annual Holiday Art Exhibition and Sale to benefit Fox Chase Cancer Center is set for 1-5 pm at Prallsville Mills, Stockton, NJ. Admission is free. 215.249.1131.

Dec. 19&20, 2003, Fri. & Sat.
Danny Wright will be performing at the Stephen Buck auditorium at NH-S High School. The concert will benefit FACT (Fighting AIDS Continuously Together) of Bucks Co. 610.294.9879 or visit factbuckscounty.org

Dec. 22, 2003, Mon.
Public Caroling Stroll through Lambertville at 7:30 pm. Bring a candle. Meet at York St. Park (between Main & Union) 609.397.8700.

Dec. 31, 2003, Wed.
First Night Newtown 2004 starts at 6 pm. First Night festivities emphasize artistic and cultural entertainment in a non-alcoholic environment, safe for the entire family. The purchase of a First Night Button will allow you to access all of the evening’s venues ending with a fireworks display at midnight. www.firstnightnewtown.com