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

Sept. 1 thru Sept. 24, 2005
Penna. State Parks have designated early season goose hunting to reduce local nuisance goose populations. Hunters should contact individual park offices for details and be aware that some parks are closed to hunting and some parks will not allow hunting until the day after Labor Day. 717.787.4250 or www.dcnr.state.pa.us

Sept. 3 & 4, 2005, Sat.
Tinicum Civic Assn. will host a free open house at the Stover Mill in Erwinna from 1-5 pm. All floors of the mill will be open to the public for just these two days this year. 610.294.9420.

Sept. 3, 2005, Sat.
The Academy of Natural Sciences will present a free program on hawks, owls, and vultures, with live birds, at Nockamixon State Park. 215.529.7307

Sept. 9, 2005, Fri.
"Gay Day at Great Adventure" - New Hope Celebrates is sponsoring a bus trip to Great Adventure Amusement Park with a pre-boarding party hosted by Triumph Brewery. www.NewHopeCelebrates.com

Sept. 9, 2005, Fri.
The NJ Washington Crossing State Park and the Amateur Astronomers Assn. of Princeton are offering a stargazing seminar, Introduction to Amateur Astronomy. 609.737.0609.

Sept. 10, 2005, Sat.
The Third Bi-Annual Gala, sponsored by Doylestown Hospital to provide cardiac monitors throughout the hospital, will be held at one of Bucks County's finest historical properties, Spring Oak Farm in Holicong. Call 215.345.2141 to receive an invitation.

September 10, 2005 Saturday
1:00 to 4:00 pm - Tavern Games
Whist...Hazard...and more will be taught to and enjoyed by all who try their hand at these historic tavern games. Join us at the McKonkey Ferry Inn for a fun afternoon of Colonial entertainment. 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.

Sept 10, 2005
Tinicum Park Polo in Tinicum Park on River Road in Erwinna, Bucks County
Polo game: Delaware River Watershed Fundraiser and Sportsmanship Cup
www.tinicumparkpolo.org

September 10, 2005
Delaware Valley College, Student Center Building, Doylestown, Bucks County
The Ecosystem Management Project, along with over 65 other organizations, are presenting a series of seminars around the state entitled: ³Deer In Your Backyard - How To Deal With the Challenges of Overabundant Deer In Your Community². The program is open to the public. No fee or pre-registration is required. You may contact Bryon Shissler, Ecosystem Management Project at:
814-278-7719, emp@qcol.com or go to: www.ecosysmp.com for directions, a complete list of speakers, topics, field trips and seminar sponsors.

Sept. 11, 2005, Sun.
The Seventh Annual Concours d'Elegance antique car show will be held at Holicong Park. Money raised is used to help preserve farms and open space in Buckingham The event includes a four course dinner on Sat. Sept. 10 with a silent auction. 215.598.3740 or www.buckinghamautoshow.org.

Sept. 10-11, 2005, Sat./Sun.
Colonial Crossroads River Festival at Pennsbury Manor, Morrisville. Bring blankets or a lawn chair. 215.946.0400 or visit pennsburymanor.org.

Sept. 10-11, 2005, Sat/Sun.
The Tohickon Garden Club will hold its annual flower show in Tinicum Park, Erwinna. This year's theme is "Happy Holidays".610.847.3303 or TockonGarden@aol.com

Sept. 10-11, 2005, Sat/Sun.
23rd Tinicum Park Antiques Show, an indoor show and sale at the Park in Erwinna sponsored by the Bucks Co. Parks Dept. Proceeds benefit the Division of Historic Properties. 215.489.5133.

Sept. 10-18, 2005. Sats. & Sundays
Fall native plant sale at Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve. 215.862.2924 or visit bhwp.org.

Sept. 11, 2005, Sun.
The second annual Chainsaw Carving Festival is being held at Bright's Firewood in Doylestown to benefit the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. More than 20 chainsaw carvers will demonstrate their abilities which will be for sale throughout the day. 215.345.5360.

Sept. 11, 2005, Sun.
Churchville Nature Center will offer tours to the public allowing visitors to experience the way our area's Native Americans thrived circa 1400. Visitors are asked to bring a new blanket, jacket, sewing items, toy or school supplies in lieu of the usual tour fee to support the Lakota children on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. 215.357.4005 x 17 or churchvillenaturecenter.org.

Sept. 13, 2005, Tues.
Rick Dalton, manager of the Delaware Canal State Park, will report on the prospects for the flood-ravaged canal at a program sponsored by the Friends of the Delaware Canal being held at the Fellowship Hall of the Point Pleasant Community Baptist Church, Point Pleasant. 215.862.2021 or fodc@erols.com.

Sept. 14 & 15, 2005, Wed. Thurs.
Walk in registration for fall classes at the New Hope-Solebury High School. 6:30-7:30. Course listings available at www.bucks.edu.

Sept. 16-18, 2005, Fri-Sun.
The Delaware Valley Farm Study Center for Sustainable Living will celebrate the Fourth Annual Fall Harvest Festival on River Rd., Uhlerstown. Visit www.farmstudycenter.org.

Sept. 16-25, 2005, Fri-Sun.
Friends of the Delaware Canal are sponsoring an exhibit and sale of more than 300 pieces of stone sculpture from Zimbabwe at the Kinsman Co., Point Pleasant. A portion of the profit will go to the Friends of the Canal.215.862.2021 or fodc@erols.com.

Sept. 16-17, 2005, Fri./Sat.
Shop In The Park at Tinicum Park, Erwinna, to benefit the Bucks Co. SPCA. 215.504.0909.

Sept 17, 2005
Tinicum Park Polo in Tinicum Park on River Road in Erwinna, Bucks County
Polo game: Pooches and Polo Fun Dog Show
www.tinicumparkpolo.org

Sept. 17, 2005, Sat.
Gala Cocktail Reception honoring Lambertville restauranteur Jim Hamilton takes place to benefit Fisherman's Mark. 609.397.0194.

September 17, 2005 Sat.
Tinicum Park Polo on River in Erwinna, Bucks County, will host Pooches and Polo, a fun dog show. There are no entry fees or pre-registration required.
Categories include: Best tail wagging, Most obedient, Least obedient, Most Original Costume, Most mysterious heritage, Terrific pet tricks, Best Celebrity look-alike, Best pairs, Most glamorous, Best Vocal Performance, Most Adorable, People's Choice. Registration begins at 1:00, and the show starts at 2:00. There will also be an exciting polo game, which starts at 2:00. There is a $5.00 fee admission per car. In the event of rain, call 908-996-3321 or go to www.tinicumparkpolo.org to confirm the event is on.

Sept. 17, 2005, Sat.
Lenape culture and society is the topic of a free presentation at Nockamixon State Park. 215.529.7307.

September 17-18, 2005, Sat. & Sun.
The Village Renaissance Faire will be held on the Middletown Grange Fairgrounds in Wrightstown. 215.598.3322 or villagefaire@att.net.

Sept. 18, 2005, Sun.
Men Mentoring Men will hold its Fifth Anual Fund-raising Dinner and silent auction at Occasions in Union Square, New Hope. 908.707.0774.

Sept. 19, 2005, Mon.
Fourth Annual Lambertville-New Hope Rotary Club Golf Outing at Copper Hill Country Club, Ringoes, NJ. $150 per player. Proceeds benefit the Ambulance and Rescue Squad. Call Earl Bierman at 215.862.2102 or biermane@aol.com.

September 21, 2005
4:00 to 5:30 PM Bucks County Audubon presents an after school program discovering what lives in our pond. Join our Naturalists for a fun filled afternoon of adventure and learning. Open to children in Kindergarten and 1st grade. A light snack is provided. Program size is limited, register early! Fee: Members $10, Non-Members $12 Pre-register by September 14, 2005. For registration and further information call Bucks County Audubon at (215) 297-5880. The programs are 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.

Sept. 21, 2005, Wed.
Artsbridge will host a presentation by artist W.Carl Burger at The Art Colony at Prallsville Mills, Stockton. www.artsbridge.online.com.

Sept. 22, 2005, Thurs.
New Hope Chamber of Commerce business card exchange at Esca restaurant. 215.862.9990.

Sept. 23 - Oct. 30, 2005
The 76th Annual Juried Art Exhibition at Phillips Mill, New Hope. 215.862.0582

Sept 23 & 24, 2005 Award Winning Artists Randi Driscoll and David Gurland High School Reunion TOUR! at Odette’s September 23rd-24th, 2005; Friday-Saturday shows @ 8pm Odette’s Cabaret New Hope, PA Reservations & Directions: (215)-862-3000 www.odettes.com www.bobeganentertainment.com Reservations are made with a credit card. Dinner is available before and after every show. There is a $10.00 (food or drink) minimum for all shows. Entertainment Charge $15.00 - $29.50)

Sept. 24, 2005
Candlelight Tours - Colonial Mirth, Music & Merriment, Sat., Sept. 24 Experience 18th c. fun as you take a guided tour through the lantern lit village as vignettes of the past entertain the senses. This special evening is presented by the 11th PA regiment. Each tour begins at the Visitor Center at 4:00, 5:30 and 7:00. Tours last approximately one hour.

September 24, 2005
From 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM the Bucks County Audubon Society presents “Saturday Morning Bird Walk” at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center. Join us for a guided informative bird walk on the scenic trails of Honey Hollow. Our focus will be identifying bird species while gaining a better understanding of their relationship with their habitat. Open to all ages and skill levels. Fee: FREE. Please pre-register by calling 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.

September 24, 2005
From 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM the Bucks County Audubon Society presents “Insect Safari!” at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center. What’s the difference between a beetle and a bug? We’ll start with a presentation on basic insect identification techniques. Then we’ll head outside, and use field nets to collect, identify and learn about the insects that live at Honey Hollow. Fee: Members $10, Non Members $12. Please pre-register by calling Bucks County Audubon at 215-297-5880 by September 21. 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.

Sept. 24, 2005, Sat.
The Delaware River Greenway Partnership is sponsoring "Operation River Bright", an annual river cleanup to rid the river of trash and litter. This will include down river to Washington Crossing. 908.996.0230 or www.drgp.org.

Sept. 24, 2005, Sat.
The Second Annual Nockamixon Community Day will be held at the Bucks Co. Horse Park in Revere, featuring food, live music, entertainment, equestrian events and more. 610.656.5470 or mcdyck@epix.net.

Sept 24, 2005
Tinicum Park Polo in Tinicum Park on River Road in Erwinna, Bucks County
Polo game: Doylestown Rotary Club Match and Bucks County Parks and Recreation Day
www.tinicumparkpolo.org

Sept. 24, 2005, Sat.
The Scottish Irish Festival and Highland Games will be held on Nockamixon Community Day at the park. The Bucks Co. Search and Rescue team will be demonstrating with their dogs at this event. To contact them for educational events call 610.694.2153.

Sept. 24, 2005, Sat.
6th Annual Peace Fair, Buckingham. Proceeds to benefit Bucks Co. NAACP. 215.766.7887 or www.quakerpeacefair.org.

Sept. 24, 2005, Sat.
Washington Crossing Historic Park will conduct a Candlelight Tour. 215.493.4076.

Sept. 24-Oct. 30, 2005
Phillips Mill 76th Annual Juried Art Exhibition.

Sept. 24-30, 2005
The Zinnia Festival takes place at Hellericks Family Farm in Plumsteadville. 215.766.8388.

Sept. 24, 2005, Sat.
The Winding Road Riders, a local chapter of Women on Wheels (WOW), will meet and ride. Meet at the Plumsteadville Grange. 215.443.7236 or www.windingroadriders.20m.com.

Sept. 25, 2005, Sun.
The self-guided Excellence in Design Tour will visit six sites of architectural interest in Bucks Co. 215.348.3913 or info@centralbuckschamber.com.

Sept. 25, 2005, Sun.
Sixth Annual New Hope-Lambertville AIDS Walk, rain or shine. The six mile walk begins with registration at 9 am at the NH-S High School. Information or sign up forms 215.766.8680. Volunteers are needed for the day of the walk 215.219.7194.

Sept. 26, 2005, Mon.
Celebrate Family Day. The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University initiated Family Day in 2001 as a way of fighting teenage substance abuse by having families pledge to have dinner together. For more info. and ways to make your family mealtime a success visit www.casafamilyday.org or www.tvland.com/familytable/.

Sept. 27, 2005, Tues.
Marsha Brown is generously donating all of today's proceeds from each of her four restaurants (including Marsha Brown's, New Hope) to the foundation which includes Ochsner Hospital in New Orleans. Marsha is a native of the Big Easy and has family ties in that area. 215.862.7044.

Sept. 28, 2005, Wed.
Solebury School presents author Chris Hedges in the first installment of its "Creative Thinkers" series this school year. 215.862.5261

Sept. 29, 2005, Thurs.
New Hope's Eagle Fire Company's Annual Fire Prevention Night.

Sept. 30, 2005, Fri.
New Hope Antique Arms Fair at Exhibition Hall Eagle Fire co., New Hope. Firearms, swords, uniforms, etc. 610.997.8671