The search for the next Bucks Co. Poet Laureate is under way. Entries will be accepted from any county resident over 18 years of age who must submit an entry form with 10 original poems. Entry forms available at libraries and book stores in the county. Call 215.598.8150.

Look for locally grown fruit and vegetables at your grocery store and Farmers’ Markets. It’s healthy, fresh and supports our local economy. www.TheFoodTrust.org/localfood

August registration will begin for Bucks Co. Comm. College’s Continuing Education program being held at the New Hope/Solebury High School. Call for information at 215.497.8735; 215.968.8409 or www.nhscommunityschool.org.

Through July 6, 2006
“From Easton to Bristol – Scenes from the Valley”, a juried exhibit and sale of art inspired by the Delaware Canal and River, will be featured. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Delaware Canal. 215.862.2021 or www.fodc.org.

July 1, 2006, Sat.
The Riverside Symphonia presents a “Concert Under the Stars”, the quintessential Bucks Co. experience to celebrate Independence Day. 609.397.6899 or riversidesymphonia.org.

July 1, 2006 Sat.
“First Saturday” in Frenchtown, NJ is an ongoing monthly event at Harrison Street Gallery. Our next “Meet the Artists” reception will be held on "First Saturday" July 1, from 5pm to 9pm. Local landscape painter Joe Kazimierczyk will be the featured artist for July at the Harrison Street Gallery. Joe Kazimierczyk’s works will be on display beginning June 29 through July 30.

July 4, 2006 Tues
Washington Crossing Historic Park - Independence Day Celebration.
11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Come hear the call to the Patriot cause, see the militia taking shape and witness the plea for troops as we celebrate the summer of 1776! Kids activities, military drills and much more will be featured at this event for the entire family...including a noon time reading of the Declaration of Independence outside the historic McKonkey Ferry Inn/Tavern. Join the crowd gathered for these famous yet stirring words. 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.

July 5, 2006, Wed.
Mark Gary presents “A Patriotic Tribute in Concert”, a free concert at the Solebury United Methodist Church. 215.2862.2657.

July 6th, 2006
New Hope and Lambertville Multiple Sclerosis Self Help Group Meeting
Free support group meets July 6th from 6:30pm- 8:00pm at St. Martin of Tours Church, 1 Riverstone Circle, New Hope, Pa. 18938. Family, Spouses, and Friends are welcome! Call Robyn 908.256.5914 or Angela 609.915.7208.

July 8, 2006, Sat.
The Tinicum Civic Assn. presents the Tinicum Follies at the Arts Festival. Local singers, dancers and actors are invited to perform in this annual event. 610.294.9534.

July 8, 2006, Sat.
“A Medieval Summer Night’s Dream” kicks off Lambertville’s participation in Second Saturdays – evenings of fun, food and the arts celebrated jointly by New Hope and Lambertville, the second Saturday of each month.609.397.0055 or www.lambertville.org.

July 8, 2006, Sat.
Second Saturday in New Hope include a Meet the Artist Reception at the Howard Gallery of Fine Art, New Hope. 215.862.5272.

July 12, 2006, Wed.
The David Library of the American Revolution at Washington Crossing presents a lecture “Jefferson’s Daughters” by Catherine Kerrison of Villanova University. Free but reservations are required. 215.493.6776 x 100 or lori@dlar.org.

July 14-15-16, 2006, Fri-Sun.
New Hope Arts, Inc. is sponsoring “Savor New Hope – Showcase of the Arts”, a weekend celebration of the arts and artists of the region. Sunday’s celebration includes a “Celebration of the Culinary Arts” in Union Square. 215.962.9606

July 15, 2006, Sun.
Participants in the Steelman Triathlon can pick up registration packets at the Lake Nockamixon Marina parking lot between 2 & 5 pm on July 15. The Sprint Race will be 0.5 mile swim, a 12 mile bike race and a 3.1 mile run on the Nockamixon State Park trails. The International Race is on the same venue with extended courses. Area communities are asked to consider either participating in the races or volunteering for race support. www.lin-mark.com/race/register.asp?_id=498.

July 15, 2006 Saturday
Bucks County Audubon will hold its seventh annual Barns of Distinction Tour on from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Barn expert, Jeffrey Marshall of Heritage Conservancy will give a presentation prior to the tour on Saturday morning, July 15, at 9:00 a.m., at the BCAS Visitor Center, 2877 Creamery Road, Solebury, PA. The self-guided tour features seven barns plus a bonus barn, each historic structure a symbol of the region’s agricultural heritage. The buildings are working barns used for agricultural purposes or have been adapted as living spaces and for other uses. Tickets for the Saturday Tour are $20. Combination tickets that include the lecture, light refreshments, and the Tour are $30. Children under 12, $5 admitted to the tour when accompanied by an adult. For more information, or to reserve tickets, contact BCAS at 215-297-5880 or e-mail bcas@bcas.org. Reservations are suggested.

July 15 & 16, 2006
The l8th Annual Bastille Day Festival, sponsored by the Frenchtown Business and Professional Assn., will be held in the business district of Bridge and Race Sts. There will be activities throughout the day.l 909.996.9993 or www.frenchtown.com.

July 15-Aug. 19, 2006
The New Hope Arts Commission’s Performing Arts Festival presents four productions. Each will consist of two week long classes in acting, voice, dance, musical theatre and more. For information and registration contact 215.534.l7021 or www.downtownpac.com.

July 16 & 23, 2006 Sun.
15th Annual Water Garden Tour to benefit the Silver Lake Nature Center. 215.785.1177 or www.pondtour.info.com

July 20-21-22, 2006, Thurs.-Sat.
Midway Volunteer Firefighter’s Carnival, Rt. 202 Buckingham Win a 2006 Ford Mustang Coupe.

July 22, 2006, Sat.
The Dorothy Parker Soc. is leading a tour of the author’s house in Pipersville as well as reading from letters Mrs. Parker wrote from the house. The tour concludes with wine and cheese. 917.432l1270 or Kevin@dorothy-parker.com.

July 24, 2006, Mon.
Annual Golf Event at the Doylestown Country Club, sponsored by the Bucks Co. Chapter of the Fox Chase Cancer Center. 215.297.0610.

July 26, 2006 Wed.
The David Library of the American Revolution at Washington Crossing presents “A User’s Guide to the David Library”. 215.493.6776x100 or lori@dlar.org.

July 27 -28-29, 2006, Thurs.-Sat.
Midway Volunteer Firefighter’s Carnival, Rt. 202 Buckingham Win a 2006 Ford Mustang Coupe

July 30, 2006, Sun.
The Sixth Annual Tour de Tinicum begins from the DelVal Vol. Fire Co. Fire Station, Erwinna. Towpath/Family Ride – Classic Tour – Mixed Road Tour – Hills of Tinicum Tour – Endurance Tour – take your pick. 610.294.9385 or dvvfc.org.