Jan. 1, 2008, Tues.
All Solebury Township residents are invited to a brunch at Holly Hedge Estate hosted by the Historical Society. 215.297.0885 or soleburyhistory@comcast.net.

Jan. 11, 2008, Fri.
Gala Dinner and Musicale by the Concordia Chamber Players at Cradle Valley Farms. 215.297.5972 or www.concordiaplayers.org.

Jan. 13, 2008, Sun
Concert by the Concordia Chamber Players at Trinity Church, Solebury. 215.297.5972 or www.concordiaplayers.org.

Jan. 16, 2008, Wed.
Last Chance Flood Meeting – public hearing at 224 West Trenton Fire House, 40 West Upper Ferry Rd., West Trenton, NJ 08628. Register to testify 609-883-9522. Written comment accepted until 5 pm January 28 e-mail paula.schmitt@drbc.state.nj.us.

Jan. 23-27, 2008 Wed-Sun.
Lambertville/New Hope Winter Festival – call 215.862.5067 for tickets and information or visit www.winterfestival.net.

Jan. 23, 2008, Wed.
Join the Brewmaster at Triumph Brewing Co. in Union Square, New Hope, as he taps a keg of Winterfest beer 8-10 pm. www.winterfestival.net 215.862.5067.

Jan. 24, 2008, Thurs.
Twin Town Tasting at the Inn at Lambertville Station as part of the Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival. Sample wines and food provided by local vineyards and restaurants. Tickets available $35 at www.winterfestival.net or 215.862.5067.

Jan. 25, 2008, Fri.
An Evening with Lori McKenna, an acclaimed singer-songwriter who was thrust into the limelight when superstar Faith Hill included three of her songs on her album Fireflies. Tickets are $30 in advance; $35 at the door, if available. VIP tickets $75 in advance, which include a Pre-Concert Gala at Occasions in Union Square, New Hope, where the artist will be introduced. VIP tickets guarantee a concert seat in the first ten rows of the Stephen Buck Memorial Theater, New Hope, and include the Pre-Concert Gala at Occasions. Free transportation by trolley between Union Square and the Theater. Tickets available at www.winterfestival.net or 215.862.5067.

Jan. 26, 2008, Sat.
Winter Festival Parade steps off from the New Hope-Solebury High School at 12:00 noon. Music by the Uptown and Greater Kensington Mummers String Bands, South Hunterdon High School Band, Lochranoch Pipe Band, etc. and the Bucks Co. Sheriff’s Honor Guard, New Hope and Lambertville American Legion and floats. Contact 215.862.2102 to enter a float in the competition for prize money. www.winterfestival.net or 215.862.5067.

Jan. 26, 2008, Sat.
Beef ‘n Brew at Triumph Brewing Co., Union Square, New Hope. Combine hot roast beef sandwiches, Triumph brews and music from “The Quiet Men” for an afternoon you won’t forget. Sponsored by the local Rotary Club as part of the Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival. Tickets available $35 at www.winterfestival.net or 215.862.5067.

Jan. 26, 2008, Sat.
Winterfest Café opens. Food and refreshments at St. John’s School, Lambertville to benefit the Lambertville Public School PTA. Tuckers’ Tales Puppet Theater presents “It’s the Wolf”, Downtown Performing Arts Center present scenes from Cinderella, and much more. For information call 215.862.5067 or www.winterfestival.net. .

Jan. 26-27, 2008, Sat/Sun.
Flea Market to benefit the New Hope Eagle Fire Co. www.eaglefirecompany.org.

Jan. 27, 2008, Sun.
Winterfest Pancake Breakfast at NH-S High School, New Hope. Includes Children’s Obstacle Course for kids 2-12. 215.862.5067 or www.winterfestival.net.

Jan. 27, 2008, Sun.
Winter Festival Live Ice Carving at Triumph Brewing Co., Union Square New Hope. Watch master ice carvers transform a 300 lb. block of ice into a work of art starting at 12 noon. Ice carvings at many locations throughout Lambertville and New Hope. www.winterfestival.net or 215.862.5067.

Jan. 27, 2008, Sun.
Chili Cook-Off at Occasions, Union Square, New Hope (new location) as part of the Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival. Sample some of the tastiest, tangiest and most original chili ever created by our local restaurants, washed down with Triumph brews Vote for your favorite chili in the People’s Choice Award competition. Limited ticket event, so don’t delay. Tickets $40 at www.winterfestival.net or 215.862.5067.

Jan. 27, 2008, Sun.
Village SnowFolk Art Competition, as part of the Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival, begins with a life-size cutout of a traditional snowman. Contestants enter their masterpiece for prizes in one of three categories, Historical or Well-Known Figures, Traditional or Imaginative Free Form. Entries must be received by Jan. 28. Information at www.winterfestival.net or 215.862.5067.

Jan. 27, 2008, Sun
Winter Festival sponsors a self-guided tour of local Bed & Breakfasts. Check the brochure for specific information. (available at the New Hope Visitors Center.) www.winterfestival.net or 215.862.5067.