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News Archieves 03/09/03 through 04/24/04

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April 24 & 25, 2004
Shad Fest 2004 Lambertville, NJ

The annual Shad Festival celebrates the arrival of spring and the return of our favorite fish, THE SHAD with the region's finest artists and crafters, delicious food, great local musical entertainment, and activities, performances and fun for children and the whole family.
For schedule go to: http://www.lambertville.org

Roxey Ballet will present its Children Classic Stories program on May 1st and 2nd 2004 at 3:00 pm each day at Villa Victoria Theater located at 376 West Trenton Ave, Ewing, NJ, where route 95 and 29 intersect. The all-original afternoon of dance will include Camille Saint Saens’ “Carnival of the Animals”, “Class-Co Existence” and the timeless classic “Pied Piper of Hamelin”. All three works are original productions for Roxey Ballet and represent the artistic director's vision of producing original and accessible works that appeal to children and adults alike. Roxey Ballet invites you to share this annual tradition with friends and family!
Click image for full poster with ticket and contact info!

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Through May 2, 2004
“Sculpture New Hope – Indoors and Out”, an exhibition featuring more than 88 pieces by 40 nationally recognized artists, opens at Union Square, New Hope. Preview party information at 215.862.3396 or e-mail newhopearts@aol.com. Sculpture Indoor & Out features 88 works by 38 artists. This juried, national exhibition features an Indoor Exhibition held in
a space adjacent to the Michener Art Museum Satellite, in the rear building at Union Square on Bridge Street in New Hope, PA and an Outdoor Exhibition featuring 7 large scale works installed throughout New Hope. A walking guide to the Outdoor Exhibition will be available at the show and at other key locations throughout New Hope. The Indoor Exhibition will continue through May 2, 2004 and will be open daily Monday through Sunday from 11am –5pm. Special evening hours will be announced for Gallery Talks by exhibiting artists. There is ample on site parking and parking is free on weekdays. Two hour weekend parking may be validated by Union Square merchants. The Outdoor Exhibition will continue through spring of 2005. For more information visit NewHopeArtsInc.org.

New Hope Outdoor Exhibition - Background on Artists 04/05/04 (PDF document)

Town Turns Out To Kick Off The Year Ahead For New Hope Arts Inc. Artists, press and arts supporters attended a reception to kick off the new season for New Hope Arts Inc and to announce the winners in the New Hope Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition.
Click above link for info and photo's.

May 8, 2004
GALA PLANS FOR THE DELAWARE RIVER STEAMBOAT FLOATING CLASSROOM

You are cordially invited to join us for the historic launching and Gala celebration of the Delaware River Steamboat Floating Classroom. After years of refurbishing, the steamboat is the first on the river since the late 1800s and is designed to teach clean water ecology and American history for school classes or any interested group.
The festivities on May 8 start on the banks of the river in New Hope PA. There will be champagne toasting with a Dixieland band at the steamboat at 4:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:00, with music, entertainment and dancing. George Washington and Abe Lincoln will be there, along with John Fitch, local inventor of the first steamboat. How about you?
For ticket prices ($50 and up), placing an ad with best wishes, an offer of help, or for more information call Tina Clement at 609-924-2558 or Cindy or Valerie Hoebel at 609-921-6612, or e-mail: info@steamboatclassroom.org. Delaware River Steamboat Floating Classroom is a nonprofit organization. Proceeds benefit the educational program and boat equipment.

April 2, 2004 - Bucks County Audubon Prepares for Gala and Silent Auction - Solebury – Bucks County Audubon Society (BCAS) will usher in Spring 2004 with an "Evening with Audubon" on Friday, April 2, 7:30-10 p.m., at the BCAS Visitors Center, 2877 Creamery Road in Solebury, PA. This gala event will feature a silent auction, music, champagne and sumptuous hors d'oeuvres provided by area caterers and restaurants.
Items for auction include signed artist proofs by Bye and Redfield, luxurious spa visits, a five-star, week-long, vacation in Mexico; a weekend at the NJ shore, dinning-out and entertainment packages, sports memorabilia, and a variety of other unique goods and services. The cost for an "Evening with Audubon" is $15 per person or $25 per couple. For more information, or to make reservations, contact BCAS at 215-297-5880 or e-mail bcas@bcas.org. Reservations are suggested. Proceeds from special events like an "Evening with Audubon" benefit the environmental and conservation programs of Bucks County Audubon Society offered through the Honey Hollow Environmental Education Center.

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March 20, 2004

On March 20, 2004, Richard Jarboe will appear in “Port & Poetry Part Deux” at the Canal Studio located at 243 North Union Street, Lambertville, NJ. The concert will be held at 7:00 pm. Mr. Jarboe is a rare poet whose
thoughts range from verses about science, religion, hillbillies, Moby Dick, Love, the blues, genetics, the shapes of peoples heads and how to deal when god smacks his apocalypse. Mr. Jarboe has performed his one-man poetry act in New York City and Los Angeles as well as many part between. His “Port and Poetry” concert will be held on March 20, 2004 at 7:00pm and include the retelling of the “Ramayanna” (a Hindu Epic) as well as “Hot Rod Gospel” and his love ode to Elephantine entitled “Hefty Love”. Tickets are $54.00 in advance and $64.00 at the door. To order your seats please visit www.roxeyballet.com or call 609-397-7616 ext 807. Proceeds benefit the Roxey Ballet Company.

March 18, 2004
The Bucks County Playhouse, located in New Hope, Pennsylvania, is looking for actors to appear in the season opening production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Ensemble roles are open and the Playhouse is looking for families and any groups who may want to join the production. Jesus Christ Superstar is set to run from Thursday, April 1 through Sunday, April 11, 2004.
Anyone interested in joining the cast may simply attend the first rehearsal on Thursday, March 18, 2004 at 7 PM. Prior theatrical experience is not necessary.With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar is a rock opera. The musical score includes such notable songs as “I Don’t Know How To Love Him” and the title song “Jesus Christ Superstar.” The story recounts the last seven days in the life of Christ and is told in a campy style. The Bucks County Playhouse production of Jesus Christ Superstar will run from April 1 thru April 11, 2004. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 8 PM, Saturday at 4 PM with matinees on Thursday and Friday at 11 am. During the second week of performances, matinees will be on Thursday at 11 AM and Friday at 2 PM, Ticket prices range from $22.00 to $24.00 for all performances. A “Day of Show Only” student discount is available to students 21 years of age or under when a valid student identification is presented at the Box Office at the time of purchase. For information and reservations, call the Box Office at 215-862-2041. The Bucks County Playhouse is located at 70 South Main Street in historic New Hope, Pennsylvania.

New Hope Arts Inc - Farewell to Boomer 02/16/04
Save Boomer - bring him back!

Asemi official town greeter no longer at his post!
Click link for photos and info on Boomer and the Annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit!


March 27, 2004 LEF's Annual Auction & Party
Eagle Fire Hall, New Hope - A very special evening of festivies & fun to honor former Lambertville Mayor Phil Pittore. Click image for full posted w/details.

Apr. 18, 2004, Sun. - New Hope Chamber of Commerce is returning to its original formula for the "Queen for a Day Pageant" - straight men only. Proceeds from this year's event will be dedicated entirely to the chamber's planned acquisition of the Bucks Co. Playhouse. This show is always a sell out. Call early for tickets 215.861.5454.

February 6th, 7th, 13th & 14th, 2004 - The Roxey Ballet Company to Present "An Evening of Romantic Dance". The Roxey Ballet Company of Lambertville, NJ will present "An Evening of Romantic Dance" in February. Much of the work to be performed is choreographed by Mark Roxey the company’s artistic director. The show will begin with "A Valentine Out of Season," an abstract, contemporary pas de deux that highlights the resilience of human relationships danced to the music of John Cage. Tickets can be ordered in minutes, directly from the website via the company’s new ticket sales service. Visit www.roxeyballet.com or call (609) 397-7616 Ext. 807. See Feb Calendar of Events section for more detail.

Applications are available for the 2004-2005 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition in New Hope, PA The juried exhibition is open to sculptors working in all media suitable for outdoor exhibition. Works will be on exhibit for approximately 11 months and accepted artists will be paid a stipent. All works must be available for sale. Applications must be postmarked by February 20, 2004.
For more information regarding the annual exhibition, sites and current works on display in New Hope and an application form for the upcoming 2004-05 exhibition please contact NewHopeArtsInc.org. Applications are also available at the New Hope Borough Hall, New Hope Visitor´s Center and Riverbank Arts in Stockton, New Jersey or call 215-862-3396.
This exhibition is funded by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, the Borough of New Hope and numerous generous sponsors. Brochure & Application (PDF)

January 29, 30 and 31st, and February 1, 2004
Mark the Date! The Second Algonquin Film Festival Will Be Held on January 29, 30 and 31st, and February first, 2004 - Cinephiles will have an opportunity to watch another eclectic mix of independent feature and short, narrative and documentary films at the Algonquin Film Festival, to be held at the Eagle Fire Hall Ballroom, 46 N. Sugan Road, New Hope, PA. The Algonquin Film Festival, now in its second year, has expanded from a two day to a four day film festival, and will include speakers and a social event each evening, from January 29 through February first, 2004. visit www.algonquinfest.org
or call 267.981.1139

The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce coradially invites the business community and residents to a holiday party - Wednesday December 17, 2003 at 6:30pm at the Triumph Brewing Co.
Lots of food - Cash Bar

Kate Brockman's "Namaste" on exhibit at the Wedgwood Inn, 111 W. Bridge Street in New Hope, PA
"Tis The Season for a Perfect Stroll"
Winter Offers The Perfect Backdrop For Enjoying The New Hope Outdoor Sculpture Show

Earlier this year New Hope, Pennsylvania was transformed into an open-air museum where visitors and residents were invited to enjoy works by seven sculptors exhibiting large outdoor pieces throughout the community. The exhibition sponsored by New Hope Arts, Inc. offers a diverse and exciting mix of contemporary and traditional sculpture by artists from as near as Lambertville, New Jersey and as far away as Chicago.
As the leaves fall and snow settles on the ground the community offers a special backdrop in which to enjoy the exciting show which features noted sculptors who have been awarded Fellowships from the National Endowment of the Arts and important foundations such as New York Foundation for the Arts and the Pollock-Krasner Foundation. The artists have won numerous awards in prestigious international and national exhibitions and are included in the permanent collections of prominent museums as well as in public and private collections throughout the country and abroad.
Walking guides to the exhibition are available at several exhibition sites including the New Hope Historical Society, the Wedgwood Inn, the New Hope Information Center and Golden Door Gallery. Guides and additional information about New Hope Arts, Inc. and the exhibition are also available on their website at www.NewHopeArtsInc.org.
This exhibition sponsored by New Hope Arts, Inc. is partially funded by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Pennsylvania Partners for the Arts, Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, and site sponsors including the Borough of New Hope, the New Hope Chamber of Commerce, Grover Stults, CPA and Triumph Restaurant &Brewery. For more information about individual artists or participating in the project as a volunteer or site sponsor or site host check www.NewHopeArtsInc.org. Artists interested in applying for the 2004 exhibition will also find applications on the website.

The Lambertville/New Hope bridge will be closed to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic starting at 6:00 am on each Monday and re-opening at 5 pm each Friday, beginning Jan. 5 and ending sometime in June (original target date was July 1, 2004). This means that the bridge WILL BE OPEN EVERY WEEKEND FROM 5:00 PM FRIDAY THRU MONDAY TO
6 AM.
For people working or shopping on opposite sides of the river, the Bridge Commission is providing a shuttle bus from 7 am - 11 pm Mon through Thurs, and 7 am - 5 pm on Friday.
Traffic will be detoured to the Rt. 202 toll bridge (75 cents), one mile north of New Hope/Lambertville. The free bridge at Washington Crossing (Rt. 532) is also available. Visitors coming from 95 should exit either at the New Hope or Lambertville exit.
Shuttle Stop Locations:
New Hope: North Main Stree, in front of Starbucks Coffee.
Shuttle departs New Hope on the hours and half hour beginning at 7:00am
Lambertville: Intersection of Bridge Street and Main Street (northest corner) at the New Jersey Transit Bus Stop.
Shuttle departs Lambertville at :15 and :45 of each hour beginning at 7:15am.
PS This will not affect the New Hope/Lambertville Winter Festival, which takes place on the weekend of Feb. 6,7 & 8, 2004, as the concert, parade and other activities are scheduled for the times the bridge is open.

Dec. 5, 2003, Fri.
New Hope Holiday Shopping, sponsored by the Lambertville Chamber of Commerce and the Independent Merchants of New Hope – all stores open until 9 p.m. Special events planned. 215.862.9581.
2:30 - 4:00 PM - Santa Claus at Lambertville Station. Santa will be handing out candy canes and letting children sit on his lap. Bring your camera!
4:00 PM - *Free* Mysteries and Scandals Tour of Lambertville. Meet outside the Lambertville Station at 4:00. $8 value. Donations welcome.
4:30 - 6:00 PM - Santa Claus at the New Hope Visitor's Center. Santa will be handing out candy canes and letting children sit on his lap. Bring your camera!
6:00 PM - *Free* Historic Pub Walk of New Hope and Lambertville. Meet at Martine's in New Hope at 6:00. $8 value. Donations welcome.
6:00 - 8:00 PM - *Free* The New Hope Historical Society is offering hot cider and cookies and a first floor walk through of the Parry Mansion.
6:00 - 8:00 PM - *Free* Gift Wrapping at the Parry Mansion in New Hope. Donations welcome.
7:30 PM - NH Solebury High School Christmas Carolers, Hello Gorgeous, 43 N. Main St.
8:30 PM - Christmas Sing-a-long at Gerenser's Ice Cream Store, 22 S. Main St.


Framed and unframed photographs begin at $20. For more info call 215-862-0823.

Annual John & Peter's Show to be held December 3
John Larsen’s Our Town Will Feature Faces & Places of New Hope. John & Peter’s, 96 S. Main Street in New Hope, Pa will host its 31st Anniversary Photography Show on Wednesday, December 3, 2003. The show - John Larsen’s “Our Town”- is a photographic exhibition celebrating the faces & places that make New Hope so special. Doors open at 7:30pm and the show and sale will be for one night only. The evening will feature guest appearances by photographers Joseph Crilley and Jack Rosen who will also have photographs for sale.

11/15/03: Nutcracker November 28th, 29th and 30th, 2003
The Roxey Ballet Company will present the Nutcracker Ballet on Friday, November 28th at 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 29th and 30th at 3 p.m. at the Villa Victoria Theater located at 376 West Upper Ferry Road in West Trenton, NJ. The annual event is a favorite tradition of area residents and holiday visitors alike. The Nutcracker cast is made up of over 150 adults and children of all ages. Many community leaders will participate as cast members alongside the world-class dancers of Roxey Ballet Company.
Prior to the performance on Saturday the 29th there will be a Sweets & Sugar Plum Fairy Tea at 1 p.m. at the theatre. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the cast of the Nutcracker. There will be a wonderful array of holiday treats available. The cost to attend the tea is $15 per person.
Tickets for the Nutcracker are $26.50 for Adults and $23.50 for seniors over 65, disabled and children under age 12. There will also be a performance given at 10 a.m. on Monday, December 1st at Villa Victoria Theater for area schools. For additional information or to order tickets, please call (609) 397-7616 ext. 807 or go online to www.roxeyballet.com.

10/27/03: Letter to the Editor:
I want to thank all the amazing people in the community who have come forward to support the Lambertville Fire Department in their upcoming November 9th Fundraiser – The 5 Alarm Fire House Supper & Auction. We are very excited to announce that the Suppers are sold out. We also want to announce that we are able to offer a limited number of Auction Only tickets for $15 each. These tickets will entitle folks to a 2-hour reception at the River Room at Lambertville Station Inn from 4:30 – 6:30pm on November 9. Wine, beer, appetizers and hors d’ouerves will be provided by more than 25 area restaurants. Everyone attending will have a chance to win some amazing donations through a Chinese and live auction.
Auction Only tickets are available at Dresswell’s, Lambertville City Hall or by calling 609-397-6876.
Thank you for our support,
Robert Hayes
Chief, Lambertville Fire Department

Lambertville Fire Department is ready to roll. Every Thursday from now until November you'll be spotting fire trucks around Lambertville gathering donations for the Lambertville Fire Department 's "5 Alarm Firehouse Supper & Auction" to be held November 9, 2003. This week the truck was pictured in front of the Lambertville Station (who is donating space for the auction and is preparing one of the firehouse suppers) and pictures fireman Bruce Rock and Fleet Wing firemen Mark Leary and Frank Kramer with donors from Tesoro Home Accessories,
Karen & David Dutch Antiques, Dresswell's, Dan Whitaker and son from the Lambertville Station and Rachel Finkle and Sven Helmer from Finkle's. Anyone interested in making a donation to the auction may call Bruce Rock 609-397-0956 or Nate Waldron at 609-397-6876.


The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the 2nd Annual Bucks County Culinary Competition on Sunday, November 2, 2003. This event is being held at Holly Hedge Estate in Solebury and held in their newly constructed banquet facility. The event will be from 3-6pm and will feature chefs from this areas best restaurants preparing and serving their signature dishes. The chefs will be judged by a panel of prominent food critics and chefs. Chefs may enter in the appetizer, entree or dessert categories. Several chefs are entering in more than one category. Guests will be able to sample allof the dishes prepared as well as enjoy a Wine Tasting presented by Capital Wine and Spirits and Berringer Wine.
So far participating restaurants include from the New Hope area:
The Raven, Havana, The Landing, Hotel du Village, HollyHedge, Esca, Triumph Brewery and The Mansion Inn's Champagne Room. From Doylestown: The waterwheel and Roosevelts Blue Star will be joining us. Some of Lambertville's favorite restaurants will take part including, Lambertville Station, Deanna's, Hamilton's Grill Room and Church Street Bistro. From Stockton: Atrio will be participating and we are looking forward to welcoming Rieglesville Inn and Jenny's.
This is a fund raising event with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Salvation Army's culinary training program, "Soups On". The program takes men and women from shelters and prepares them for employment in the food services industry. Sponsors of the event include Capitol Wine and Spirits Co, Beringer Blass Wine Estates, Pure Pride Spring Water and Starbucks Coffee.
Tickets for the event are $40 for the Food Tasting and $55 for the Food and Wine Tasting. Tickets are available at Cockamamies on Bridge St in New Hope, or by calling 215-598-3301. Leave your name and number and we will return your call. Please remember that tickets are limited for this event.


Tenth Annual Outdoor Festival Brings Art to New Hope
The New Hope Chamber of Commerce announces the 10th Annual New Hope Outdoor Arts and Crafts Festival. The juried Art Show will be held on October 4 & 5 from 11AM to 6PM on Saturday and 11AM to 5PM on Sunday. Both days promise an exciting and extensive mix of fine art, unique crafts and photography by top artists from all parts of the United States. All participating artists are selected by a panel of five jurors who view slides submitted by each artist of their work. All work is judged and only those with the highest scores are accepted into the show. This year will feature over 150 artists displaying fine art; including oils, pastels, watercolors, pen and ink, acrylics, linocuts and photography. Fine handcrafted items include silver and gold jewelry, stoneware and ceramics, tiles, Batik and wearable art, stained glass, woodworking, metal sculpture and furniture. With New Hope's long history as an artist colony and it's ideal location along the banks of the Delaware River and Canal, it is no wonder the New Hope Show is fast becoming a very popular one drawing artists from not only the Tri-State area, but from across the country. The Festival will spread throughout downtown New Hope. Some streets will be closed to traffic allowing everyone the opportunity to wander at their leisure enjoying the art as well as the town and its many unique galleries and shops. There are plenty of parking lots available both in town and on the edge of town for easy parking. There will be live music both days with acoustic guitarist Russell Donnellon playing 11-5PM on North Main St.
This show is made possible by our generous sponsors. We thank National Bank and Trust of Newtown, Vox Vodka and Banko Distributors in conjunction with Amsted Light and Rolling Rock. The show is free to the public. For information please call 215-862-5880 newhopecoc1@aol.com

Kehilat HaNahar Hosts Their First Annual Fundraiser Broadway In Bucks County Celebrates the Progressive Jewish Community of Bucks County
Broadway in Bucks County - Kehilat HaNahar's first annual fundraiser being held October 25, 2003 at the Eagle Banquet Hall, Rt. 202 & Sugan Road in New Hope, PA is going to be a great evening of fabulous food, music and a fun filled auction. Door will open at 6:30pm for an Auction Preview. Tickets are $50 per person and includes food and spirits. Broadway in Bucks County offers a great opportunity to gather family and friends to celebrate the progressive Jewish culture that helped to create such local treasures as the Bucks County Playhouse and the progressive Jewish culture that is building Kehilat HaNahar into one of the fastest growing congregations in the area.  The evening will kick off with a silent and live auction which will include painting, prints, jewelry and decorative items created by area artists including Nora Lewis, Valorie Johnson, Susan Roseman, Phillip Lloyd Powell, Didi Goldmark, George Greene, John Nelson and many more, Judaic art donated by Howard Mann Art Center as well as gift certificates for area restaurants and inns, a limo ride, tickets to a NY Yankees' game,
a trail bike donated by New Hope Cyclery and much more. More than 15 area restaurants are supplying appetizers and hors d'oeuvres to be served during the auction. Other area restaurants and chefs such as Hamilton's Grill Room, Max & Me Catering, Sweet & Savory,Thomas Sweet, Bill Gill, Ramer's Homemade Candies, Dish Catering and many more are providing food for dinner and dessert. Entertainment will be provided throughout the evening by the popular ten-piece dance band The Funsters. All proceeds from this event will benefit the synagogue and the ongoing restoration of the historic New Hope School House they now occupy. Kehilat HaNahar - The Little Shul by the River - is a 501c3 not for profit organization and all donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. For reservations or more information about how you might participate please call the Little Shul at 215-862-1912. Tickets are also available at Lambertville Trading Company, 43 Bridge Street in Lamberville, NJ.

Neshaminy Manor Arts for The Manor Program to double in next year:
Call For Artists to Participate in 2003-2004 Program

Neshaminy Manor, a not for profit Bucks County long term care facility that cares for 360 elderly and disabled individuals, located on Rt. 611 in Doylestown, has just completed their first successful year of the Arts For The Manor Program. They have an announced a call for area artists in all mediums who wish to participate in the coming year - beginning September 2003 through September 2004. All artists are compensated for time and materials. The program is dedicated to placing visual, performing and literary artists into the Manor to provide weekly art classes for residents. Each 2-hour class is attended by approximately 20 residents. Artists are hired for a block of 4 classes to be held for 4 consecutive weeks. There is some flexibility regarding scheduling of classes but ideally classes are held on Tuesdays from 10am- 12noon. The Manor can provide volunteer assistance at this time. Residents have various levels of skills and many have limited mobility and some speech limitations. Artists are asked to complete a brief proposal regarding the types of classes they may offer and materials requirements as well as background information and/or slides or photos of their own works or works they have completed with students. All artists will be compensated at the rate of $400 per month plus materials. Interested artists are asked to contact Robin Larsen, RlarsenDesigns@aol.com or 215-862-3396 for an application. Applications may be emailed, faxed or mailed and artists are notified within two weeks of receipt of their application. Applications are also available at the Manor, Rt. 611 in Doylestown, PA and at Riverbank Arts in Stockton, New Jersey. Applications are reviewed as they are received and artists are encouraged to apply as early as possible. This program is partially funded by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, The Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance 5 County Arts Fund and private donations.

September 26, 2003
Forest Grove - Sesquicentennial Extravaganza Planned

Forest Grove Presbyterian Church, a landmark situated among scenic Bucks County's finest farmlands, is celebrating its 150th birthday. The public is invited to join in a weekend-long bash offering food, games and live entertainment as the congregation celebrates this monumental occasion in historic fashion. Festivities will be kicked off Friday night, September 26th, at 7:30 P.M and run until roughly 10 o'clock. Sojourn, a local Christian Rock Band, will be providing partygoers with live entertainment. Come and partake in the night's many other activities. All are urged to stay and enjoy the bonfire. You'll be certain to want to revel along with Forest Grove on Saturday beginning at 3:00 PM. The docket includes a chicken barbecue (4:00-6:00 while chickens last), pony rides and one unforgettable corn maze. This fun-filled day was planned especially with the children in mind. Kids from 1 year to 101 years are welcome to attend. The day's activities will cease around 8:00 PM.
The extravaganza will conclude on Sunday with a gathering to start immediately following the regularly scheduled church service (held in the sanctuary) and ending around 2:00 PM under the tent. Food, refreshments and the opportunity to look into the church's past will be available throughout the weekend. The festivities promise fun and fellowship for the whole family. If you need directions, please contact the church at (215) 794-8575, between the hours of 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday.

August 10, 2003 Sunday
New Hope's Annual Waiter's Race - The Ferry Street Landing at the River - 10am
Click here for details

 August 10, 2003
Not Too Shabby...will host Suzanne Hendershot, decorative painting artist on August 10 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm.Come meet Suzanne as she demonstrates her artistic styles and experience this art form that is steeped in tradition and history. Not Too Shabby... 30 W Bridge Street, New Hope PA.  
Click here for add'l info in PDF

August 24, 2003
Children's Author, Jacqui Lewis will be reading from and signing her new book at The New Hope Book Cellar, 2 East Ferry, 24 August from 2 to 4. There will be other children's activities like face painting and bubble blowing. For more information, call 215 862-6812

September 18, 2003
New Hope Partners in Progress presents: Hoe-down 2003 -September 18, 2003 at 6 PM
Square dancing with professional caller, auction, entertainment, great down-home food. New Hope Eagle Fire Company, N. Sugan Road, New Hope
Tickets $35 Available at the New Hope Visitors Center or call 215-862-0883

 August 9 & 10, 2003 New Hope, Pennsylvania will be the site for   Showcase the Arts of New Hope, a town-wide celebration of the arts and artists of New Hope, Bucks County and environs. The weekend event will feature performances, exhibitions and children's activities, culminating in a dinner/celebration of the Culinary Arts where guests will enjoy a diverse sampling of great wines and fabulous food prepared by some of the area's finest chefs.  Click here for details.

New Hope Sculpture Exhibition 2003
"If it takes a village to raise a child then it certainly takes a very special tribe - like New Hope - to produce an event like the recent New Hope sculpture exhibition . . .  letter from
from Robin Larsen & Geri Delevich to the folks who donated time and contributions
, plus photos of some of the setup crew.  Click here!

July 27, 2003 Sunday - Tour de Tinicum
The 3rd annual Tour de Tinicum, will be held for the benefit of the Delaware Valley Volunteer Fire Company on Sunday, July 27, 2003. The Tour is a bicycle tour with multiple rides, from easy family tours to challenging rides for the experienced riders, through the beautiful Bucks County countryside. The rides are supported with guides, cue sheets, mechanical support, and rest stops with food and water with rest rooms. There is a free t-shirt for those pre-registered. There is a picnic at the end of the tour for all riders.
All of this for a $20.00 donation if registered before July 20,2003; $25.00 the day of the ride. Children under 12 ride free with an adult rider. All rides start and end at the firehouse. Registration begins at 8:00 AM and the guided rides begin at 9:00 AM.
The firehouse is located at 75 Headquarters Road, Erwinna, PA 08825
For more details, including directions and a downloadable registration form, please see www.dvvfc.org on the web, or e-mail TourdeTinicum@yahoo.com or call 215-766-8506.

The Deep End Café in Lambertville Hosts Tuesday Night Youth Nights All Summer!
Junior high and high school kids looking for a place to hang out are welcome at The Deep End Café. Activities planned include an ice cream social, live music, and movie nights. Snacks and soft drinks will be available for purchase and all are welcome. Bring a friend and come on down. "Youth Night" is from 7-10pm.
Other happenings at the Deep End Café include Wednesday night Singles night: A gathering place for Christian singles from 7-10pm. Evening includes live worship music, Bible study, fellowship, food and fun; Thursday Karaoke and Open Mic nights (call for schedule and to sign up!); Friday and Saturday nights the café hosts live local and regional acts. Call 609-773-0380 or visit the website, www.deependcafe.org  for schedule of events. Upcoming events include Paul Poulton & The Project all the way from England, July 29. Admission is free and a love offering will be taken for the band. See www.paulpoulton.com for info on Paul's tour!
The Deep End Café (not your ordinary coffeehouse!) is sponsored by the New Hope Christian Center, a 501c3 not for profit ministry serving the New Hope/Lambertville and surrounding areas. The Deep End Café seeks volunteers to work in a variety of jobs both in the café and behind the scenes, as well as local and regional Christian artists to perform or display their work. Stop by and see Rob Burroughs, Manager, or call 609-773-0380.

July 4th, 2003
Just a note to let everyone know that the New Hope Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the Independent Merchants has put together eight bands to play music around town on the Fourth of July. The locations will be: the mule barge landing, the visitor center, Ferry St. park (Canon Square), the parking lot next to Cockamamies on Bridge St., the Mechanic St. Bridge, the PNC Bank parking lot, under the awning at the Triumph Brewery, and at the railroad station. Close to a hundred merchants will also be displaying red, white, and blue balloons, and giving them away at the end of each day of the weekend. If you want to participate, please call Fred Eisen at 215-862-5988.
Thanks to everyone participating.
Fred Eisen
New Hope Chamber of Commerce Board Member

July 19, 2003 Saturday
Please join us for "A NIGHT IN JAPAN"
A benefit for The New Hope Arts Commission and Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County
Saturday, July 19 at 6:30 PM - The Gallery 156 S. Main St., New Hope, PA
Food - Music - Japanese Treasures-Pottery - Silent Auction - Featured artist Afi Toro.
The works of other prominent artists will be shown on this evening as well:
Toshiko, Keico Watanabe, and Nobuhiro Mizuma.
Come join the fun!

June 19, 2003, Thurs.
PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE - 5:30 pm until 8 pm at the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission, Rte. 202 Toll Bridge Admin. Bldg., 2492 North River Rd. (Route 32) New Hope. Learn more about the work taking place beginning Jan. 2004 to replace the flooring system, sidewalks, handrails, etc. of the New Hope/Lambertville bridge. This will be a six month job requiring total bridge closing. Inquiries - Linda Spalinski, 267.790.2003.

Posted 06/07/03  
Vanishing Scenes from Bucks County - Recent Color Photographs by Sue Ann Rainey at Triumph Brewing Company
Exhibit June 8 to August 2, 2003 - Reception June 17, 7-9 p.m.
400 Union Square, Building B, New Hope, PA
215-862-8300, 215-340-0998
Hours: Mon.-Wed. 11:30AM-1AM, Thurs.-Sat. 11:30AM-2AM, Sunday Noon to Midnight
Posted 05/11/03  
New Hope Sculpture Exhibition
Support continues to grow for the New Hope Sculpture Exhibition that will open in New Hope, Pennsylvania on June 14, 2003. The New Hope Arts, Inc. event will feature an indoor and outdoor show featuring works by more than 35 artists. A Reception will be held at Union Square in New Hope on the 14th to celebrate the opening of both shows. For more information individuals may call 215-862-3396. More info (in PDF doc)
Posted 05/07/03  
11th Annual Phillips Mill Photographic Exhibtion - 2 mi north of New Hope on River Rd. Rt 32. May 11th - June 1st - Free Admission. Sun Wed Thurs 1-5pm; Fri/ Sat 1-9pm; Memorial Day 1-5; Closed Mon & Tues. 125 Artists plus High school work in the old Historic Mill Built in 1756. All work is for sale. Moneys raised go to the annual scholarship. Raffling Epson1280 printer. Donations welcome. Questions call 215-396-7040 Peter Redman Mill # 215-862-0582 during open hours.   ivypete@aol.com  www.phillipsmill.org
Posted 05/06/03  
Sun, May 18th, Indian Rock Inn is celebrating it's one year anniversary. Reception from 2 to 5 PM serving refreshments. Welcoming members of the community at large to come, meet and see what they have done to make the inn as welcoming as possible and to sample some of their food. Please RSVP at harmonybp@aol.com or call 610-982-9600 or 877-888-7555.
Posted 04/28/03  
Mill Ballet School's Anne Schwantes Reaches Out To Seniors.
Lambertville, NJ: Anne Schwantes, Director of the Musical Theater   program will proudly bring her production on the road with a very special Memorial Day (May 26th) performance...one that will delight the residents of Independence Manor assisted living facility in Flemington, NJ. The Mill Ballet School, 243 North Union St., Lambertville, NJ 08530 ph: 609-397-7244 www.millballetschool.com

Posted 03/31/03
April 26 & 27, 2003 - Shad Festival Lambertville
Shad Fest - This nationally recognized event is celebrated the last full weekend of April. A juried annual arts and crafts festival, shad hauling demonstrations, entertainment, and a shad dinner are several highlights of the two-day event. Sponsored by the Lambertville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Posted 03/09/03
Mill Ballet School Announces its 2003 Summer Dance Program
Classes July 5-August 15
The Mill Ballet offers weekly classes for those who wish to study dance throughout the summer. For adults it is a wonderful way to keep fit and brush up on technique. For beginning ballet students, it is a chance to get a jump on the upcoming year and maintain the technique they have developed during the year.
For More Information or to reserve your place today call 609-397-7244 ext 805. Or visit www.millballetschool.com

              

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