April 2004
New works in sculpture will be on display in both indoor and outdoor exhibitions in New Hope. Deadline for entries must be postmarked by Feb. 20. 215.862.3396

April 2, 2004 Bucks County Audubon Prepares for Gala and Silent Auction Solebury – Bucks County Audubon Society (BCAS) will usher in Spring 2004 with an "Evening with Audubon" on Friday, April 2, 7:30-10 p.m., at the BCAS Visitors Center, 2877 Creamery Road in Solebury, PA. This gala event will feature a silent auction, music, champagne and sumptuous hors d'oeuvres provided by area caterers and restaurants.

April 3, 2004, Sat.
Volunteers are needed for the Annual Canal Clean-Up Day. Call area coordinators – New Hope/North 215.794.1199. New Hope/Village 215.862.0883. New Hope/South 215.321.0803.

April 3 & 4, 2004
Roxey Ballet Company - April Offering - Children's Classics: "Pied Piper of Hamelin" & "La Baliene Blanche "   Date: April 3 & 4, 2004 at 3:00 p.m.
Location: The Robert Schonhorn Arts Center, Peapack , NJ
Tickets: Adults $26.50, Seniors, Disabled and Children Under 12, $23.50
Pied Piper of Hamelin, with music by Richard Jarboe and Harvey Shield was created in May of 2002 and represents a fusion of classic dance, tap, modern, street dance and musical theater with original music and narration. This timeless classic story follows the original script of the Broadway Musical Hamelin that was presented on NY and LA stages in the early 1980's. This ballet is great for audiences that would otherwise not traditionally attend classical dance performance. La Baliene Blanche, with music by Richard Jarboe, is a retelling of the classic tale Moby Dick with a contemporary flair and driven with clear parallels between the characters in the classic tale and gang life in America today. The question is "What happens when you choose to follow a charismatic leader with bad intensions?"

April 4, 2004, Sun.
The Concordia Chamber Players present Jan Radzynski, Quntet, Op. 39 and Septet by Ludwig van Beethoven at the Stephen Buck Theater, New Hope.

April 12, 2004, Mon.
New Hope Historical Society’s lecture series continues with Dee Dee Bowman, a horticulturist, who will provide a discussion on “Lessons from an English Garden”. 215.862.5652.

April 13, 2004 Tues
The Bucks County Audubon Society presents a free public program, “Costa Rica: Birds, Rainforests, & Volcanoes” on Tuesday, April 13, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. at the Audubon Visitor Center at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center. Bob Schutsky, owner and operator of Bird Treks, will take us on a visit to Costa Rica, one of the most popular foreign birding destinations of U.S. birders, home to hundreds of exotic bird species, tropical rainforests, and volcanoes. The program is free, donations accepted. Light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration not required. 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. “Costa Rica: Birds, Rainforests, and Volcanoes” is one of a series of Bucks County Audubon Society meetings held monthly and open to the public. For more information on this and other upcoming Audubon programs call 215-297-5880 or e-mail bcas@bcas.org. Visit our website www.bcas.org.

April 16, 2004, Fri.
Solebury School resumes its “Creative Thinkers” series with Foster Winans who was a respected columnist for the Wall Street Journal. He will discuss “The Seduction and Scandal of Insider Trading”. Winans started The Writers Room of Bucks Co. and is now chairman-emeritus. Admission is free call 215.862.5261.

April 16-May 3, 2004
Local author and artist, Doris Brandes, presents “Artists of the River Towns” at the Health and Wellness Center in Warrington featuring 44 of the artists in her book. All work will be for sale. 215.918.5502 or www.wellnessdh.org.

April 17-May 2, 2004 “Sculpture New Hope – Indoors and Out”, an exhibition featuring more than 88 pieces by 40 nationally recognized artists, opens at Union Square, New Hope. Preview party information at 215.862.3396 or e-mail newhopearts@aol.com. Sculpture Indoor & Out features 88 works by 38 artists. This juried, national exhibition features an Indoor Exhibition held in a space adjacent to the Michener Art Museum

Satellite, in the rear building at Union Square on Bridge Street in New Hope, PA and an Outdoor Exhibition featuring 7 large scale works installed throughout New Hope. A walking guide to the Outdoor Exhibition will be available at the show and at other key locations throughout New Hope. The Indoor Exhibition will continue through May 2, 2004 and will be open daily Monday through Sunday from 11am –5pm. Special evening hours will be announced for Gallery Talks by exhibiting artists. There is ample on site parking and parking is free on weekdays. Two hour weekend parking may be validated by Union Square merchants. The Outdoor Exhibition will continue through spring of 2005. For more information visit NewHopeArtsInc.org.

April 17, 2004, Sat.
Bucks Co. Antiques Show – one day only at the Eagle Fire Company, New Hope 9-5 pm. Presented by William D’Anjollel who will donate to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. 215.860.5211 or www.Buckscountyantiquesshow.com

April 17, 2004
Bucks County Audubon Society offers a special series of guided walks “Birds and Their Habitats” for all ages and skill levels on Saturdays, April 17, April 24, May 1, May 8, and May 15 from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at the Bucks County Audubon Visitor Center. Audubon guides will help participants seek and identify birds as they walk the scenic trails of Honey Hollow. The walks are free. For registration and further information call the Bucks County Audubon at (215) 297-5880.
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.

Apr. 18, 2004, Sun.
New Hope Chamber of Commerce is returning to its original formula for the "Queen for a Day Pageant" - straight men only. Proceeds from this year's event will be dedicated entirely to the chamber's planned acquisition of the Bucks Co. Playhouse. This show is always a sell out. Call early for tickets 215.861.5454.

April 18, 2004, Sun.
A basket bingo fund raising event is set at Point Pleasant Fire Co., including 20 games of bingo and door prizes. Raffles, food and beverages will be available. 215.297.8146.

April 19, 2004, Mon.
New Hope Historical Society’s lecture series continues with Roy Ziegler, president of Partners in Progress and a member of the society’s board, will provide insights into the life of Benjamin Parry, the father of early New Hope. 215.862.5652.

April 19, 2004, Mon.
Bucks Co. Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA) will host an ecumenical service from 5:30-7 pm in Core Creek Park at the Victims’ Commemorative Arbor. 215.348.5664.

April 19-24, 2004
Childrens book sale being held at the Free Library of New Hope.

April 21, 2004 Wed
Bucks County Audubon Society presents Nature Program for Preschool Explorers “Frogs and Toads” Nature explorers, ages 3 to 5 years, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, will learn about these happy creatures of Honey Hollow. Registration is required by April 13, 2004 for the Tuesday morning session, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. or either the Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon session, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Fees for children only are non-members $10 per child, BCAS members $7 per child. Payment is requested at the time of registration. Space is limited. To register for this program call the Bucks County Audubon Society office at (215) 297-5880. The program begins at the Audubon Visitor Center at Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, New Hope, off Route 263 two miles east of Peddlers Village. “Frogs and Toads” is one of a series of Preschool Explorer nature programs designed to be a unique sharing and learning experience by providing for a one-to-one child to parent/caregiver ratio. For a list of future programs, call the Bucks County Audubon Society office at (215) 297-5880, or visit www.bcas.org.

April 21. 2004, Wed.
Gilda’s Club, a cancer support network, will be the sole beneficiary of proceeds raised through “A Night 2 Remember”, being held at the Havana restaurant and lounge in New Hope. Tickets are $50 available at the door or by calling 215.441.3290 ex. 110.

April 21, 2004, Wed.
Fred Miller will present a free program of “Gershwin: Lecture in Song” at 2 pm at the Lambertville Library. Singing and speaking from the piano, Miller offers a musical and anecdotal portrait of the Gershwins and their enormous impact on American culture. 609.397.0275.

April 22, 2004, Thurs.
The Spring Family Style Ham Supper to benefit Solebury United Methodist Church, is set for 4:30-8 pm. Take outs available. 215.862.2657.

April 22-23, Thurs.-Fri.
Thompson Memorial Presbyterian Church in New Hope will have a rummage sale of clothing and small household goods. Contributions accepted in Mon. April 19. 215.862.2440.

April 24 & 25, 2004
Shad Fest 2004 Lambertville, NJ ! ! !
The annual Shad Festival celebrates the arrival of spring and the return of our favorite fish, THE SHAD with the region's finest artists and crafters, delicious food, great local musical entertainment, and activities, performances and fun for children and the whole family.
For schedule go to: http://www.lambertville.org

April 24, 2004
Bucks County Audubon Society offers a special series of guided walks “Birds and Their Habitats” for all ages and skill levels on Saturdays, April 17, April 24, May 1, May 8, and May 15 from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at the Bucks County Audubon Visitor Center. Audubon guides will help participants seek and identify birds as they walk the scenic trails of Honey Hollow. The walks are free. For registration and further information call the Bucks County Audubon at (215) 297-5880.
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.

April 24-25, 2004, Sat-Sun.
Lambertville Chamber of Commerce presents the 23rd Annual Shad Fest Riverside Dinner on Sunday, served at the Power Boat Assn.’s picnic grounds. Tickets for this event are $10 and are sold in advance only. 609.397.0055.

April 25, 2004, Sun.
Upper Black Eddy Fire Co. presents a Penna. Dutch Buffet at the fire house. 2-6:30 pm. No take Outs.

April 26, 2004, Mon.
New Hope Historical Society’s lecture series concludes with a delicious rendition, called “Cooking 18th Century Fare”, by Susan McLellan Plaisted, that is certain to please. 215.862.5652.

April 26, 2004, Mon.
Free Community Forum on “The Media Controversy and the Danger to Democracy”, sponsored by the Community School of NH-S. and the Community College, being held at the NH-S High School in New Hope. 215.497.8735.

April 28, 2004, Wed.
Mira Nakashima is the guest at Solebury School’s Creative Thinkers Series continuing at the Solebury School. 215.862.5261.

April 29, 2004, Thurs.
Professional gardener, Elizabeth Bowman, shares her vast knowledge of gardening at a meeting at the Free Library of New Hope. 215.862.2330.

April 30, 2004
Annual Bucks County Audubon Society Birdathon - teams of bird watchers will scour Bucks County to spot birds for the Annual Bucks County Audubon Society Birdathon. The Birdathon, now in its 18th year, is a fund raising competition between teams to identify the most bird species in Bucks County. All levels of birders are welcome. Money is raised through pledges or donations to support the education and conservation programs of BCAS. This year’s goal for the event has been set at $1500. All funds raised through the Birdathon are used locally for the Bucks County Audubon’s environmental projects. The Birdathon also produces valuable information on bird populations. Avian statistics accumulated since the start of the event have provided a better understanding of the ecological health of our county. There is a registration fee of $10 per person. Teams should register by April 22. To register a team, join a team, make a pledge, or sponsor one of the many teams, call the Bucks County Audubon office at (215) 297-5880. Visit our website www.bcas.org.