The Bucks Co. Continuing Education Fall brochure lists more than 80 evening and weekend courses at the New Hope-Solebury High School in New Hope. www.bucks.edu/con-ed

By 2006, the Dept. of Conservation & Natural Resources is expanding its state park reservation system for camping and cabin reservations to the internet. Until then, call 888.727.2757.

Bucks Co. Community College has launched a search for the 29th Annual Bucks County Poet Laureate. Entries will be accepted from any Bucks Co. resident over 18 years of age by the deadline Sept. 16. Contact Hoey at 215.968.8279 or hoeya@bucks.edu

Swan Creek Rowing Club fall youth program for experienced rowers contact Pat Glover 609.397.7751 www.swancreekrowing.com

Aug. 2 -Sept. 17, 2005
The Triumph Brewery in New Hope will host an exhibit "A Comparison Between the Delaware Valley and the Neckar Valley in Phographs and Mixed Media."

Aug. 3, 2005, Wed.
Free concert at Solebury United Methodist Church, "Men with Beards." 215.862.2657 or email soleburyumc@comcast.net.

Aug. 4, 2005, Thurs.
The Astronomical Assn. will offer a "Star Watch" at the Audubon Center at Honey Hollow Environmental Center. Admission is free. 215.297.5880 or www.bcas.org.

Aug. 4, 2005, Thurs.
The Bucks Co. Council, Boy Scouts of America, celebrates 95th anniversary of scouting and third annual "Gathering of Eagles" Eagle Scout reunion at the Ockanickon Scout Reservation, State Park Road, Pipersville. All Eagle scouts invited. 215.348.7205 x 103

Aug. 5, 2005, Fri.
The New Hope Performing Arts Festival's 21st season continues with Ginny Brennan's Downtown Performing Arts Center of Lambertville presenting an encore production of "Hansel and Gretel," written and directed by Louis Palena. Performances take place at the Stephen Buck Memorial Theater, New Hope. 215.862.1699

August 5th, 2005 - Friday - Doors @ 8pm/Show @ 9pm, 96 South Main St, New Hope, Tickets $10, 215-862-5981 Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad comes to New Hope for a little summer loving. It's the hippest Jewish hoedown ever, sort of like a retro night in the Catskills. Come spend another night with the sexiest yids around.   "Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad" is a refreshing mix of comedy, music, spoken-word and show-stopping burlesque, told by the gals who learned to smoke at Hebrew School, got drunk at their Bat-Mitzvahs and would rather have more schtuppa than the chupah. These badass chosen chicks

boldly dare to deconstruct years of tradition, expectations and guilt in a fast-paced vaudeville extravaganza, complete with kick lines, pasties and a rendition of "L'chaim" with a fist in the mouth. This ain't yo' mama's "Fiddler". The gals are thrilled to come to New Hope. This is a very special and unique show, even if you are not Jewish, you'll have a great time watching "those crazy yids" work it. It's almost like being be a M.O.T* for the night without the guilt, nagging mother and 10 hour seders. Get yo' matzo ball with ?Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad?!

August 5, 2005 Stephanie Joyner at Q-Nite, 08/05/05: This Friday at Trenton Q-Nite ... we feature the sounds of Stephanie Joyner ... and her art of 'painting with music.' Covering classic music all the way back to the 1930s, with originals that can either tickle or torment, Stephanie's styling is relaxed and honest. Her appetizing covers of jazz, r&b, and classics set the mood for a bountiful feast of blues, rock, country, folk, and progressive originals. Her guitar work will remind you of the great blueswomyn players, and her singing stretches from chanteuse to dark hollow. For Steph, the art of story telling is essential: a simple-country-ditty= a

smile, a harsh-rock-awakening=a shaking wakeup ... all offered in a few short hours. Stephanie ... Join Her! At Trenton Q-Nite, the lesbian / bisexual / gay / transgendered / intersexed / and everyone else / coffeehouse sponsored by the Trenton Gay and Lesbian Civic Association (TGLCA). The $5 admission supports the artists and the organization. 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. at Cafe Ole, 126 S. Warren St. Cafe Ole is a gay-friendly, non-smoking, alcohol-free bistro with great food (some vegetarian) and the best coffee in town. (You can smoke on the street and there is a bar next door if you can't cope!) Phone Cafe Ole at 609-396-2233 for directions, or visit www.tglca.com for more information.

August 7, 2005 Sunday
Noon to 4:00 - 18th Century Slumbers
Sew on a quilt, stuff a mattress, try out the rope bed, learn about bed bugs, and more at this activity day based around Colonial bedding and household work. You will never look at sleep the same way again. Admission is free.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.

Aug. 10, 2005, Wed.
Central Bucks Christian Womens Connection is hosting brunch on the New Hope mule-drawn barge. Speaker Dawn Loken will share "Freedom from Bitterness". 215.489.0773.

Aug. 10 & 11, 2005, Wed./Thurs.
As part of the New Hope Performing Arts Festival, Bird Walking Productions, an independent theater company based in New Hope, will make its debut with "The Shape of Things," at the Stephen Buck auditorium, New Hope. 215.534.2873.

Aug. 11, 2005, Thurs.
Adult learning series designed for the amateur naturalist. Nockamixon State Park. 215.529.7307.

Aug. 12 & 13, 2005, Fri/Sat.
The New Hope Performing Arts Festival's 21st season continues with Thom Mulligan performing a one-man show, Eric Bogosian's "Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll" in which he will act the roles of 14 characters. Performances take place at the Stephen Buck Memorial Theater, New Hope.
215.862.1699.

August 13, 2005
Tinicum Park Polo in Tinicum Park on River Road in Erwinna, Bucks County
Polo game: Presidents Cup
www.tinicumparkpolo.org

Aug. 13, 2005, Sat.
Take A Butterfly Walk with the experts on Peace Valley Nature Center trails. 215.345.7860.

Aug. 13, 2005, Sat.
The Spiritual and Holistic Health Summer Festival takes place at Prallsville Mills, Stockton, NJ. Native American and angel readings, as well as a Healing Art of Bowen Australian Body work therapist will be there. www.tomorrowssecrets.com.

Aug. 13, 2005, Sat.
Take a one hour hike to the Children's Fishing Pond and investigate the inhabitants of pond and stream. Nockamixon State Park. 215.529.7307.

Aug. 14, 2005, Sun.
A walk in Hugh Moore Park, "Hot Blast and Iron Moore Park" is free and open to the public. The walk is conducted by Historian Lance Metz covering sites of four separate ironmaking complexes within the boundaries of the park. No rain date. 610.559.6613.

Aug. 14, 2005, Sun.
Join the Friends of the Delaware Canal for the 16th Annual Canal Boat Dinner, an evening of food, wine, music and surprises. 215.862.2021 or e-mail fodc@erols.com.

Aug. 14, 2005, Sun.
The first Italian Exoticarshow takes place in Frenchtown to benefit the Edith Ort Elementary School. Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Maseratis, Panteras and Iso Griffos will be entered in the hope of winning a blue ribbon. 908.996.4889

Aug. 17, 2005, Wed.
Free Summer Concert Series, "Olive Branch", at Solebury United Methodist Church. 215.862.2657 or soleburyumc@Comcast.net.

Aug. 17-21, Wed-Sun., 2005
The 57th Annual Middletown Grange Fair takes place in Wrightstown, featuring English and Western riding competition, parade of sheep breeds, hog show, Daisy Jug band, chicken dinner, craft demonstrations, entertainment and a whole lot more. 215.860.6162.

August 18, 2005 - Village 2 resident Joe Doherty will debut his latest book “Grandly Told Tales, The Donahues of Solebury at The Raven Restaurant located at 385 West Bridge Street just north of the Route #202 intersection in New Hope on August 18th from 6 to 8 pm. The book is not yet available online or in bookstores. Joe wanted to debut his book here at home, because much of the story is set here in the fictional hotel “Donahue Downs.” See attached press release (PDF)

	August 17-21, 2005 The 110th Annual Monmouth County Horse Show, held at East Freehold Park, in Freehold, New Jersey, is New Jersey’s longest running and most prestigious equestrian competition. The show, which runs from August 17th through August 21, 2005, will feature top show jumping riders, including five United States Olympians and a member of

the Irish Olympic team. Admission is free to the public. Parking is free to the public. East Freehold Park - 1500 Kozloski Road, Freehold, NJ (732) 842-4000 or (732) 431-4664

Aug. 19, 2005, Fri.
Night time hike will have children and adults explore owls, skunks, bats and other nocturnal creatures. Nockamixon State Park. 215.529.7307.

Aug. 20, 2005, Sat.
Upper Black Eddy Fire Co. No. 1 rummage sale. 610.982.5517 or 610.982.5405.

Aug. 20, 2005, Sat.
Breakdancing Summer Session for 8 and older at Roxey Ballet in Lambertville. 609.397.7244 x805 or registration@millballetschool.com.

August 20, 2005
Tinicum Park Polo in Tinicum Park on River Road in Erwinna, Bucks County
Polo game: Antiques Appraisal Fundraiser Day
www.tinicumparkpolo.org

Aug. 20, 2005, Sat.
The Nockamixon State Park Center will hold a free Geology for Beginners program. 215.529.7307

Aug. 20, 2005, Sat.
Plumsteadville Maze is open from 3 to 7 pm on Curly Hill Road. Rain date is Aug. 21. 215.766.7676

Aug. 20, 2005, Sun.
Stockton Flood Relief Day will be held at the Mill Street firehouse. An auction will be held - contact Terry Slemmer at 609.397.0540 to make donations. Proceeds go to Stockton flood victims through the Delaware Valley Disaster Recovery Program.

Aug. 21, 2005, Sun.
Mother's Mart Flea Market at Plumsteadville Fire House. Proceeds go to SIDs research. 215.766.2197.

Aug. 21, 2005, Sun.
Fred Miller's Copper Penny Players will perform the traditional review at 4 pm at Phillips Mill, New Hope, followed by a potluck supper. Culinary contributions to the evening are welcome. 609.397.8700

Aug. 24-27, 2005, Wed/Thurs.
New Hope Open Tennis, GLTA event. 215.862.2081.

August 27, 2005
Tinicum Park Polo in Tinicum Park on River Road in Erwinna, Bucks County
Polo game: Women's Challenge
www.tinicumparkpolo.org

August 27, 2005 Saturday
11:00 to 4:00 - Colonial Foodways
Open hearth cooking, tavern foods and drinks, gardening, soldier’s rations and more are scheduled to be demonstrated and discussed in the Park. Local historic food experts will be on hand. If you are interested in food history you will not want to miss this! Admission is charged.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.

Aug. 27, 2005, Sat.
The Bucks Co. Park & Rec. Farm Tour conducts a bus trip to area farms to bring about awareness of farming methods through observation. 215.757.0571.

Aug. 27, 2005, Sat.
Take a hike with the park naturalist to discover which alien species of plants have landed in Nockamixon State Park and discover why they threaten forests and water. 215.529.7307.

Aug. 31, 2005, Wed.
Free Summer Concert Series, "Rejoice!" at Solebury United Methodist Church. 215.862.2657 or soleburyumc@Comcast.net.