The Center Bridge/Stockton bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic on weekdays starting in mid-October. Beginning Mon. Sept. 19th, the weight limit has been reduced from 20 tons to 5 tons gross vehicle weight. A major rehabilitation program is scheduled for spring 2006. 215.295.5061

October 2005
NHArts Inc will begin production of an Ongoing Exhibition Series at Triumph Restaurant & Brewery – Juried art exhibitions featuring works by contemporary artists from the region.

Oct. 1, 2005, Sat.
New Hope Antique Arms Fair at Exhibition Hall Eagle Fire co., New Hope. Firearms, swords, uniforms, etc. 610.997.8671

Oct. 1, 2005, Sat.
Canal Walk. Guided tour of the canal Bristol to Yardley. 215.862.2021 or fodc@erols.com.

Oct 1, 2005
Tinicum Park Polo in Tinicum Park on River Road in Erwinna, Bucks County
Polo game: British Festival and Car Show
www.tinicumparkpolo.org

Oct. 1, 2005, Sat.
The Pink Ribbon Ride in the Park to help breast cancer patients in financial need will be held at the Bucks Co. Horse Park, Revere. Horseback riders, joggers and walkers are welcome. 610.346.6658 or www.pinkribbonride.org.

Oct. 1, 2005, Sat.
The Native American Alliance of Bucks Co. is previewing its vision for Ingham Spring this weekend. A plan to convert the buildings on the property into a cultural center will be previewed at 11 am. There will be some storytelling and prayers will be offered hoping that the Township will embrace the native “circle of vision” for Ingham Spring.

Oct. 2, 2005, Sun.
Fashion with Compassion II at the New Hope Eagle Fire Hall. Tickets at the door $35, in advance at ME Salon & Spa $25. All money raised will be donated to the ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Association. FwCII will feature: food, drinks, live music by Steam Radio, raffles, silent auction & more! For advance tickets call 215-862-2990 or stop in at ME Salon, 356 W. Bridge St., New Hope, PA in the York Place Shopping Center.

Oct. 2, 2005, Sun.
New Hope Bridal Fair at Occasions, Union Square, New Hope. 215.343.5570.

October 4, 2005 Tues
From 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM the Bucks County Audubon Society presents “Evening Bird Walk at Paunacussing Preserve”. Join us for a guided bird walk through the Natural Lands Trust Paunacussing Preserve, an ideal bird habitat not far from Honey Hollow. The preserve is located at Holicong Road and Route 413. The program is FREE. Please pre-register and get directions by calling the Bucks County Audubon/Honey Hollow office at 215-297-5880.

October 5, 2005 Wed
4:00 to 5:30 PM Bucks County Audubon presents an after school program exploring what makes a fish special. We’ll go to the pond to find out! 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 28, 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.

October 5, 2005 - Deadline for Pix & Resume
The Bridge Theatre Company is seeking 8 males, ages 15-60 and 8 females, ages 15-60 for staged play readings to be held in the New Hope PA area. Readings will be presented on Nov. 4th & 5th, 2005. Auditions will be held Saturday October 15 in Lambertville NJ. Please send pix and resume to Bridge Theatre Company, PO Box 76, New Hope, PA 18938 by Monday October 5th. Considered candidates will be contacted by October 10th.

Oct. 6, 2005, Thurs.
Young Friends of the Michener Art Museum will present "Collecting 101" with the Deco Guys, Herb Millman and John Dwyer, proprietors of Cockamanie's, New Hope.

Oct 7, 2005
A rare oppurtunity to see The Tubes/Grateful Dead keyboard player Vince Welnick and his new band Gent Treadly in an intimate venue. 8pm - The Moose Lodge, 127 East State st, Doylestown PA 18901
$10.00 21+ club phone 215 348 9135

Oct. 7, 2005, Fri.
Frenchtown Wine and Arts Weekend opens with a dinner at Indian Rock Inn in Upper Black Eddy. 610.982.9600 or toll-free at 877.888.7555.

Oct. 8, 2005, Sat.
Celebrating 25 years of buying and selling Pennsylvania and Bucks Co. art and the gallery’s five-year anniversary at New Hope, the Gratz Gallery will present “The Works of Pennsylvania Painters and the New Hope Circle.” A portion of all proceeds from this sale will be donated to the Michener Art Museum-New Hope. 215.862.4300 or www.gratzgallery.com

October 8, 2005 Sat
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM the Bucks County Audubon Society presents “Owls of Pennsylvania” at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center. Ever wonder what owl that is you hear hooting at night? Come discover the special adaptations and habitats of owls of Pennsylvania, through a combination of slides, mounted specimens and demonstrations. Fee: Members $10, Non Members $12. Please pre-register by calling Bucks County Audubon at 215-297-5880 by October 5. 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.

October 8, 2005 Sat
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.

Oct. 8, 2005, Sat.
Washington Crossing Historic Park will conduct a Candlelight Tour. 215.493.4076.

Oct 8, 2005
Tinicum Park Polo in Tinicum Park on River Road in Erwinna, Bucks County
Polo game: Season Final
www.tinicumparkpolo.org

October 8, 2005
Taylorsville By Night Sat., October 8 Take a guided tour back in time through the lantern lit village of early 19th century Taylorsville, now Washington Crossing Historic Park, as costumed interpreters welcome you. See the buildings and learn about the lives of people from the past through the eyes of an 1836 resident. Each tour begins at the Visitor Center at 7:00 & 8:00 pm.
Participants must pre-register and pre-pay to reserve a space on the tour. The non-refundable fees are $7.00 per adult, $4.00 for children 6-17, under 6 is free of charge. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as the number of people in your group including children under 6 and the title, date and time of the tour you wish to take. Make checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park.
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.

October 8, 2005, Sat
The Rev. Sue Lang, author of church leadership books and resources, announces the 3rd Annual RevWriter Writers Conference to be held from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2005, at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Sellersville, PA. “The purpose of the conference,” says Rev. Lang, “is to bring together those interested in writing for the local congregation and beyond.”
see Press Release (PDF)

Oct. 8 & 9, 2005
The Frenchtown Wine and Arts Weekend - rain or shine. 908.996.6525.

Oct. 8, 2005, Sat.
Canal Walk. Guided tour of the canal Yardley to Washington's Crossing. 215.862.2021 or fodc@erols.com.

Oct. 9, 2005, Sun.
Join the Concordia Chamber Players at the studios of George Nakashima, New Hope, for a magical afternoon of music and friendship on the amazing campus of the Nakashima studios. A reception for artists and audience after the concert with champagne and hors d'oeuvres. A guided tour of the Nakashima campus is available. 215.297.5972 or www.concordiaplayers.org.

October 14, 2005
5pm to 9pm at Cafe Ole in Trenton (125 S. Warren St.), Red Balloon Studio and Aerosol Illusions will sponsor ART HELPS: Silent Auction & Art Sale for Hurricane Katrina Victims. Half of all proceeds from the benefit will be donated to the Salvation Army's hurricane relief effort, which to date has received over $185 million. The organization remains committed to ensuring that hurricane victims benefit from every dollar donated. "Local and regional artists of all mediums are encouraged to participate in this critical fundraiser," says painter Karey Maurice, Red Balloon Studio owner. "With utter devastation in the Gulf, ART HELPS is the art community's way of contributing to this historic recovery mission." All pieces on sale during ART HELPS will be priced under $100 to make purchasing original artwork for this cause an affordable experience. The Downtown Trenton location of Cafe Ole makes the event easily accessible to supporters from the tri-state area. The ART HELPS silent auction will commence all day on Friday to give Cafe Ole patrons an opportunity to bid on featured artwork. From 5pm to 9pm, in addition to silent auction items, other artwork will be displayed for cash-and-carry sales. "It's obvious that millions more dollars are needed to help sustain hurricane survivors," says aerosol artist Leon Rainbow, owner of Aerosol Illusions. "ART HELPS will inspire people to contribute to the long-term Katrina recovery plan." Organizers Maurice and Rainbow will accept artwork for ART HELPS (painting, photography, sculpture, multi-media, etc.) until Thursday, October 13. Cafe Ole will donate refreshments and feature live music during the benefit. Considering the magnitude of the need in hurricane ravaged areas, a large turn out for ART HELPS is expected. Artists interested in dropping off artwork for ART HELPS should contact Leon Rainbow at 609-635-1411.

Oct. 14-16, 2005, Fri-Sun.
Fall State Craft Festival, PA. Guild of Craftsmen, Richboro. 215.579.5997.

Oct. 16, 2005, Sun. (raindate Oct. 30)
Monkey Hill, a home furnishings store in Lambertville, is teaming up with the City and the Chamber of Commerce to present "Lambertville Pet Masquerade 2005" from 12 to 3 pm. at the Finkle's plarking lot off Coryell St. Noah's Wish, an animal welfare organization dedicated to disaster relief work for animals, will receive the proceeds. info@monkeyhill.net.

Oct. 15, 2005, Sat.
The Phillips" Mill Community Assn. is offering a tour of the Andalusia estate, to include lunch at the King George II Inn, during the Historic Bristol Day. 215.862.5523.

Oct. 15, 2005, Sat.
Continuing a tradition begun 134 years ago, the Oyster-Pork Supper at Carversville Christian Church will be served from 3 to 8 pm, in Carversville. Take out meals are available by calling 215.297.5166.

Oct. 15, 2005, Sat.
Fall Foliage and Covered Bridge Trip, Bucks Co. 215.757.0571.

Oct. 15, 2005, Sat.
Canal Walk. Guided tour of the canal New Hope.to Center Bridge. 215.862.2021 or fodc@erols.com.

Oct. 15, 2005, Sat.
Historic Bristol Day, Lions Park, Bristol. 215.781.9895.

Oct. 15, 2005, Sat.
Trinity Episcopal Church is sponsoring the annual “Autumn in Bucks County House Tour”, featuring five properties fully decorated for the season, all within 15 minutes of New Hope. Reservations are accepted by mail only and cost $30. Checks should be payable to “Trinity House Tour” PO Box 377, Solebury, PA 18963. Include a stamped, self-addressed envelope, and a map of the tour will be included with the tickets. 215.297.8285.

Oct. 16, 2005, Sun.
Washington Crossing Historic Park Harvest Day. 215.493.4076.

October 16, 2005 Sunday
10:00 am to 4:00 pm - Harvest Day
Join us for a historic look at autumn customs, traditions, and frolics as Washington Crossing Historic Park presents their annual harvest festival. Experience the 1770’s and 1830’s as you enjoy:
*the scents of a fall meal cooking on an open hearth
*historic craft demonstrations, music, and trades
*the bounty of a colonial kitchen garden and how the harvest was preserved
*turn the crank on the cider press, and visit the historic McKonkey Ferry Inn/Tavern
*jump in a hay pile, play old-fashioned kids games, try your hand at a historic craft & more...
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.

Oct 18, 2005 New Hope singer/songwriter/guitarist, Lindsay Rush will be performing on the bill with internationally-known recording artist, Lisa Loeb. Lisa is best known for her hit records, including "Stay (I Missed You)," her Food Network television show, "Dweezil and Lisa" (with Frank Zappa's son, Dweezil), appearances in numerous movies and voice-overwork, along with six hit albums. The show is a benefit concert for the victims of Hurricane Katrina, who

Oct. 20, 2005, Thurs.
Solebury United Methodist Church offers their annual Baked Ham Supper. Take out available. 215.862.2657. SolelburyUMC.org.

Oct. 21, 2005
6:30pm - 9:30 pm: New Hope-Solebury Middle School Student Council is hosting Operation Helping Hand: a fundraising event to benefit the victims of Hurricane Katrina. To bid on some great auction items, go to http://www.nhsd.org/Middle_School/katrina/index.htm.
Any questions may be directed to Student Council Advisor, Lisa Morrash at 215-862-0608 x1605; lmorrash@nhsd.org

Oct. 22, 2005, Sat.
Canal Walk. Guided tour of the canal Point Pleasant to Upper Black Eddy. 215.862.2021 or fodc@erols.com.

Oct 22, 2005
10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Third Annual Superior Kitchen Expedition to benefit The Bucks County Women’s Fund is a self-guided tour offering an exclusive visit to six designer kitchens in Bucks County featuring locally hand-crafted custom cabinetry by Superior Woodcraft. 100% of event proceeds are donated to The Bucks County Women’s Fund which seeks to help local women help themselves and improve their lives, families and communities. Tickets are $20 in advance at www.bcwf.org http://www.bcwf.org or by calling 215-348-9942 ext 20, or $25 the day of the tour. For more information, call 215-348-9942 ext. 20 or visit www.bcwf.org http://www.bcwf.org

Oct. 22, 2005, Sat.
Riverside Symphonia presents “Mozart and Beyond” at the Church of St. John the Evangelist, Lambertville. Featuring Vitalij Kuprif at the piano. 609.397.6899 or riversidesymphonia.org.

Oct. 22, 2005, Sat.
Superior Woodcraft, Inc. and the Bucks Co. Women's Fund will present the 2005 Superior Kitchen Expedition. Guests will visit six of this year's finest custom kitchens in the Central Bucks area. 215.348.9942.

Oct. 22-23, 2005, Sat&Sun
A two day Llama Festival takes place at Nockamixon State Park. 610.847.2663 or dream@voicenet.com.

Oct. 23, 2005, Sun.
Lambertville Historical Society presents their annual Autumn House Tour. All sites are within easy walking distance from City hall. Tickets available from LHS, PO Box 2, Lambertville, NJ 08530. 609.397.0770 or www.lambertvillehistoricalsociety.org.

Oct. 25 & 26, 2005 Tues & Wed
Nature Program for Preschool Explorers
“Creepy Crawlies” Bucks County Audubon Society presents Preschool Explorers “Creepy Crawlies” Explorers, ages 3 to 5 years, accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver, will explore what lurks beneath the surface of the pond. Registration is requested by Oct. 21, for the Tuesday morning session, from 10:00 to 11:30. or either the Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon session, from 1:00 to 2:30. Fees for children only are non-members $12 per child, BCAS members $10 per child. Payment is required 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 Visitor Center at Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, Solebury. “Creepy Crawlies” is one of a series of Preschool Explorer nature programs designed to be a sharing and learning experience by providing for a one-to-one child to parent/caregiver ratio. For a list of future programs, call the Society office, or visit www.bcas.org.

Oct. 26, 2005
After School Program – Birds in Flight
4:00 to 5:30 PM Bucks County Audubon presents an after school program exploring how birds fly and how they stay up in the air. Participants will join our Naturalists for an 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 October 21, 2005
For registration and further information call the Society office (215) 297-5880 or e-mail bcas@bcas.org . The programs are held at the Bucks County Audubon Visitor Center. “Birds in Flight” is one of a series of After School nature programs designed to get children outside to explore the wonders of nature. For a list of future programs, call the Society office or visit www.bcas.org.

Oct. 27-29, 2005, Thurs-Sat.
18th Annual International Gift Festival at the Deep Run Mennonite Church, Bedminster. A village welcome including lunches and snacks and pancake and sausage breakfast on Sat., Car Wash 8-noon. 215.766.8380. www.deepruneast.org.

October 28 & 29, 2005 Fri & Sat
“Spooky Swamps” Haunted Trails at Honey Hollow
On Friday and Saturday evenings, October 28 and 29 the trails of the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center will be haunted by watery marauders (a.k.a. wetlands inhabitants) spiders, muskrats, and spooky critters. Honey Hollow Haunted Trails, presented by Bucks County Audubon Society, includes guided walks, scary stories by the bonfire, face painters and treats from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Appropriate for children ages 4-10. Fee is $5 per person, children under 3 are free.
The program begins at the Bucks County Audubon Visitor Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, off Rt. 263 in Solebury, two miles east of Peddler's Village. Trail escorts depart approximately every 30 minutes from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. to search for marauders and creepy crawlies on the outdoor trails haunted by natural and unusual critters. Call the Bucks County Audubon Society for information at (215) 297-5880 or email bcas@bcas.org.

Oct 29-30, 2005
Wheels & Bodies in Motion - Roxey Ballet's talented sit-down and stand-up artists. The company's "Wheels and Bodies in Motion"concert will forever change the way you experience live dance performance. Roxey Ballet will take you on a journey that is sure to leave vision of the body and perpetual motion etched into your minds for years to come. A multimedia and lighting presentation by Juliann Denison will highlighted original works created by Natalia Manning, Leland Schwantes, Ronnie Carney, Mark Roxey and Roxey Ballet's newest company member Mrs. Kitty Lunn of Infinity Dance Theater. Saturday October 29, 2005 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm; Sunday October 30, 2005 1:00 pm & 4:00 pm. Location: Canal Studio Theater, 243 North Union St, Lambertville, NJ 08530.
Ticket Price:Adult $26.00. Seniors/Disabled/Children (under 12) $24.00
For additional information call 609-397-7616 ext 807 info@roxeyballet.com

Sunday, October 30, 2005 Sunday
1 PM - 5 PM, SOUL OF A RIVER PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
Join the Delaware River Greenway Partnership for the 2nd annual Soul of a River Photography Exhibit and Celebration, which will be held on at the Prallsville Mill in Stockton NJ. The Delaware River will be shown in all its glory and diversity, as seen through the eyes of photographers from around the region. All photographs in the exhibit will be for sale and the winners will be announced at the reception. Refreshments will be served along with music provided by Hairy Fish.
The event is both an educational and cultural event, as well as fundraiser for the Delaware River Greenway Partnership (www.drgp.org), a non-profit organization based in Frenchtown NJ. Tickets will be available at the door; for more information by call 908-996-0230.

Oct. 30, 2005, Sun.
Native American Fall Festival, Lenape Village, Churchville Nature Center. 215.357.4005.

Oct. 30, 2005, Sun.
Many of the area's premier chefs and restauranteurs will meet at Holly Hedge Estate in Solebury to compete in such categories as best appetizer, entrée, dessert and best table display. Proceeds will be dedicated to Fisherman's Mark in Lambertville. 215.598.3301.