Jan 2006
Once again, Dr. Carleen A. Thum of Center Club Chiropractic is sponsoring the Giving Tree in the lobby of the Center Club. Gift Certificates for any food or department store will be accepted and distributed to Fisherman' s Mark, a local agency that helps feed and clothe over 1000 families in the Bucks County, Lambertville area. Without support of the local people and businesses, many families will not have a happy holiday. Please drop a gift certificate at 80 Lambert Lane, Lambertville, NJ
Stephanie DiCicco

	Through January 28, 2006 Denise Bibro Fine Art is pleased to announce New York artist Michael Mut’s pro-peace installation “…and counting…” from December 15, 2005 through January 28, 2006 in its project room at 529west 20th St. 4th. fl., NY, NY Michael Mut captures a whole new perspective on war, death and peace through his riveting and sometimes shocking pro-peace installation. More info (PDF)

Jan 1, 2006, Sun.
The Solebury Historical Soc. will host its Fifth Annual New Year’s Day Brunch at HollyHedge Estate, Rt. 263. Residents are invited to celebrate with neighbors and recognize the Honored Citizens chosen for 1006. 215.197.0610.

Jan 2-31, 2006 An exhibition & sale of art works by Chrisa Craig and Charles Kumnick will be held on the 2nd floor at 2 Stockton Avenue at the corner of Stockton and Bridge Street in New Hope, PA Thursday through Sunday from 12noon - 5pm through January. Photos - several hundred guests attended the New Hope Arts Inc. opening reception for these artists.

Jan. 3 & 4, 2006 Tues & Wed
Bucks County Audubon Society presents Preschool Explorers “Owls” Explorers, ages 3 to 5 years, accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver, will learn all about these unusual birds. Registration is requested by Dec. 30, 2005 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 Society office at (215) 297-5880. The program begins at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Visitor Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, Solebury. “Owls!” 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 at (215) 297-5880, or visit www.bcas.org.

Jan 7, 2006, Sat.
Bob Krist will present “Behind the Scenes: Real Life Misadventures of National Geographic Travel Photographer”, to benefit the Fire Company, at the Eagle Fire Hall, New Hope. 215.696.8000 or NewHopePA@gmail.com.

Jan 10,12,13,17,19,20 - 2006 Brown Bag and the Ballet is held at the Canal Studios located at 243 North Union Street, Lambertville, NJ. Don't forget to pack your brown bag lunch when you come. The best thing of all is that Brown Bag and Ballet is open to the general public and the cost is only $10.00 per person. Share in the rich culture of dance Roxey Ballet has brought to the community for over 10 years. Don't be the one who says "In had no idea there was a professional company in our community". All "Brown Bags" run from 11:30- 3:00. You can come and go as you please. Upcoming Brown Bag Dates are as follows: January 10,12,13 17,19 & 20; February 7,9 & 10 Valentine's Program; April 4,6,7 & 18, 20, 23. Email: info@roxeyballet.com; Phone: 609-397-7616 ext 807; Web: http://www.roxeyballet.com

Jan. 11, 2006 Wed
4:00 to 5:30 PM Bucks County Audubon presents an after school program devoted to exploring the Honey Hollow trails in Winter. Participants will join our Naturalists for a fun filled afternoon of adventure and learning. Open to children in second and third grades. A light snack is provided. Program size is limited, register early. Fee: Members $10, Non-Members $12. Pre-register by Jan. 6, 2006. For registration and further information call the Society office at (215) 297-5880. The programs are held at the Bucks County Audubon Visitor Center, located at 2877 Creamery Road in Solebury, PA. Visit our website www.bcas.org.

Jan 12, 2006 Thurs
1:00 – 2:30 pm Bucks County Audubon Society presents a Kindergarten enrichment program “Mammals !” Kindergarteners will learn what makes a mammal a mammal. Registration is requested by January 10, for children enrolled in kindergarten. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 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 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. “Mammals I” is one of a series of Kindergarten programs designed to enrich your child’s kindergarten experience. A new topic is offered each month, and each class within the month will differ. For a list of future programs, call the Society office at (215) 297-5880, or visit www.bcas.org.

Jan 14, 2005
“Second Saturdays”: Join us in New Hope, Pennsylvania on Saturday January 14th from 5 until 9 pm for a citywide Celebration of Art. New Hope, voted the No. 1 Art Town in the country by American Style Magazine this last year, begins its celebration of the arts with these “Second Saturdays” events and will occur on the Second Saturday of every month thereafter. “Second Saturdays” is an opportunity to rediscover New Hope, its rich history and the artistic diversity. Many of the galleries are hosting special exhibitions, artist receptions, or entertainment with a sampling of food and beverages. Be social and bring a friend, a date, the family or group for an evening of craft, art, culture and education in one of the most eclectic and varied selections of art anywhere in the region. Please come and spend a little time in each gallery while you view a variety of art from local, regional, national and international artists. From classic oil paintings to modern abstract, from hand thrown pottery to blown glass, from one of a kind sculpture to wood crafters, it is all here in New Hope, every Second Saturday of the month.
Click her for addition info & participating galleries with activities planned for the January 14th (PDF)

Jan. 14, 2006 Sat
9:00 to 10:30 am, Bucks County Audubon Society presents “Winter Tracking” at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center. How do you tell a coyote track from a dog track? Join our winter tracking hike along the trails of Honey Hollow to find out! There are many animals that make this area their winter home, and as we hike we’ll look for tracks, scat and other signs that animals have been here. Fee: Members: $10, Non-members: $12. Please pre-register by calling Bucks County Audubon at 215-297-5880 by Jan. 12. The program is held at the Bucks County Audubon Visitor Center located at 2877 Creamery Road in Solebury. Visit our website www.bcas.org for a complete listing of events.

Jan. 14, 2006, Sat.
Charity Gourmet Wine Dinner Series at Memorable Affairs Occasions, Union Square, New Hope. “Argentina & Chile”, wine and food pairings of the world’s greatest wine regions with proceeds benefiting Bucks Co. and New Hope Historical Societies, Michener Museum and New Hope Arts. 215.862.0404 or www.memorableaffairs.com.

Jan. 17 & 18, 2006 Tues & Wed
Bucks County Audubon Society presents Preschool Explorers “Lenape Life” Explorers, ages 3 to 5 years, accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver, will learn about the Native Americans that lived here at Honey Hollow. Registration is requested by Jan. 12, 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 Society office at (215) 297-5880. The program begins at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Visitor Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, Solebury. “Lenape Life” 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 at (215) 297-5880, or visit www.bcas.org.

Jan. 18, 2006 Wed
Winter Birds - 4:00 to 5:30 pm Bucks County Audubon presents an after school program devoted to understanding which birds live here during the winter. Participants will join our Naturalists for an afternoon of adventure and learning. Open to children in second and third grades. A light snack is provided. Program size is limited, register early. Fee: Members $10, Non-Members $12; Pre-register by Jan. 13, 2006. For registration and further information call the Society office (215) 297-5880. The programs are held at the Bucks County Audubon Visitor Center, located at 2877 Creamery Road, Solebury.

Jan. 20 & 21, 2006, Fri&Sat.
Riverside Symphonia presents “Sounds and Words” at the Church of St. John the Evangelist, Lambertville. This program is lovingly dedicated to the memory of Mary Smith and Marty Luther. 609.397.6899 or riversidesymphonia.org.

Jan. 25, 2006 Wed
After School Program – Snow: 4:00 to 5:30 pm Bucks County Audubon presents an after school program devoted to learning what’s up with all that white stuff. Participants will join our Naturalists for an afternoon of adventure and learning. Open to children in second and third grades. A light snack is provided. Program size is limited, register early. Fee: Members $10, Non-Members $12 Pre-register by Jan. 23, 2006. For registration and further information call the Society (215) 297-5880. The programs are held at the Visitor Center, located at 2877 Creamery Road, off Rt. 263 in Solebury. Visit our website www.bcas.org.

Jan. 26, 2006 1:00 Thurs
2:30 pm Bucks County Audubon Society presents a Kindergarten enrichment program “Mammals II!” Kindergarteners will learn more about amazing mammals. Registration is requested by Jan. 24, 2006 for children enrolled in kindergarten. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 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 Society office at (215) 297-5880. The program begins at Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, New Hope, off Route 263.

Jan. 28, 2006 Sat
From 1:00 to 3:30 pm, Bucks County Audubon Society presents “Folk Art Birdhouses” at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center. Paint your own decorative birdhouse. Learn basic decorative painting techniques from experienced art teacher Vivian Francesco. All materials provided, including folk art birdhouses. Space is limited, please pre-register early. Fee: Members: $14, Non-members: $16. Please pre-register by calling the society office 215-297-5880 by Jan. 25. The program is held at the Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, off Rt. 263 in Solebury. Visit our website www.bcas.org for a complete listing of events.

Jan. 29, 2006, Sun.
Concordia celebrates Mozart’s 250th birthday at the Stephen Buck Theater, New Hope. 215.862.9678

Jan. 29, 2006, Sun.
Riverside Symphonia presents a “Gourmet Dinner and Wine Tasting” at Tarp Farm, Newtown to benefit the Symphonia. 609.397.6899.

Jan. 31 & Feb. 1, 2006 Tues & Wed
Nature Program for Preschool Explorers “Tracking”
Bucks County Audubon Society presents Preschool Explorers “Tracking” Explorers, ages 3 to 5 years, accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver, will learn all about animals through their tracks. Registration is requested by Jan. 26, 2006 for the Tuesday .session, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. or either the Tuesday or Wednesday session, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. 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 Society office at (215) 297-5880. The program begins at the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Visitor Center located at 2877 Creamery Road, Solebury.