Posted 02/19/03
Lambertville, NJ native, Erica Bowman, is writing a thesis on the stone ruins of Bucks County. She is looking for crumbling foundations, forgotten stonewalls, ancient boundary markers, etc. and can be contacted at ericabowman@hotmail.com or call 607.257.3651.

The Lambertville Downtown Performing Arts Center, specializing in theatre arts, invites you to call for the Summer Intensive Program Brochure. 609.l397.3337 or www.downtownpac.com

On The Island - March 29, 2003 $30/adv. $35/door Eagle Fire Hall - New Hope A Special Evening To Honor Fred Lewis & The Lewis Family

Fabulous Food By Some of the Area's Finest Restaurants Festivities - Fun - Silent & Live Auction All To Benefit The Lambertville Education Foundation The organization dedicated to enriching your child's educational experience in the Lambertville Public School & South Hunterdon Regional High School. Take Part in this great community event - Buy A Program Ad - Donate an item or service to the auction - Buy a ticket to this great evening out Interested? Give Me A Call 215-862-3396 or RlarsenDesigns@aol.com Thanks!! Robin  Click here for full poster  Posted 02/12/03

Posted 01/12/03
Audubon Trip to Quakertown Swamp to Spot Owls
New Hope, PA ­ On January 25 a field trip to spot the "Owls of the Quakertown Swamp" will be co-sponsored by the Bucks County Audubon Society, Heritage Conservancy and Quakertown Swamp Partnership. This free two-hour program begins at 5:00 p.m. with a short slide presentation to introduce the varieties of owls in Pennsylvania and their adaptations. Participants will caravan and walk through the Quakertown Swamp to search for the nocturnal birds. Registration is required as space is limited. Call the Bucks County Audubon Society at (215) 297-5880 to register or for more information. Participants should bring flashlights and dress for the weather. The Bucks County Audubon Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving wildlife, promoting awareness of environmental problems, educating the community about the interdependence of humans and the natural world, and furthering the wise use of land, air and water. The administrative offices are located at 6324 Upper York Road, New Hope, PA 18938.

Posted 11/17/02
"Fun after Fifty (and before)"is the motto of the Red Hat Society. A group of women from all walks of life meet at the Thompson Memorial Church, New Hope. They believe silliness is the comedy relief of life. 215.862.5556

Posted 11/11/02 Greene and Greene Gallery Opening Reception November 22 for Their Annual Holiday Jewelry Show. One of the most popular shows Greene and Greene Gallery, 32 Bridge Street in Lambertville, New Jersey, hosts each year is the Annual Holiday Jewelry Show which this year features the works of 20 nationally recognized fine art jewelers and distinguished designers from around the country. The exhibition

showcases a diverse and exciting collection of museum quality, elegant one of a kind and small edition pieces created in platinum, high karat gold and sterling silver. The Gallery will host an Opening Reception for the Annual Show on Friday, November 22, 2002 from 5pm to 7pm. Wine and cheese will be served and the public is invited to attend.

Posted 10/18/02
Bucks County Herald (an Independent Newspaper covering northern Bucks County) has launched.  It is edited by Bridget Wingert and is available at Clemens, the Visitors Center in New Hope and many other locations in New Hope and Upper Bucks. The paper can be contacted at 215-794-1096 or Herald@BucksCounty Herald.com
NewHopePA.com wishes the Herald much success.

Posted 10/18/02
First Algonquin Feature Film Festival Underway in Bucks County
Two Bucks County (PA) film buffs have organized the first regional independent
film festival, which will showcase feature films made in "the genius belt,"
or the region in between Philadelphia and New York City. The first Algonquin
feature film festival will kick off in January, 2003 in the New
Hope-Lambertville area.
The Algonquin Indiefest will screen six independent feature films on Saturday, January 25, 2002 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the main ballroom at the New Hope Best Western on Route 202. Short films will be shown all day in an adjacent conference room at the hotel, and Dudick and Downey will host a wine and cheese reception until 10:00 p.m. The reception will also feature performances by local singer-songwriters Karen Gross and Roia Rafieyan.
Sunday's program will feature a panel discussion with a documentarian, followed by a film and tea. That event will be held at Artsbridge gallery in the Canal Studios on Union Street in Lambertville, from 9 a.m. to noon. The film festival is open to the viewing public. Admission is $30.00 per person and includes all day Saturday screenings and the filmmaker reception. Sunday 's event is free with a ticket; however, admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis due to limited seating. More information about the Algonquin Film Festival can be found at www.algonquinfest.org "Call For Entry" is free this year. Send your feature or short film on VHS or dvd to Algonquin c/o Up and Over Productions Box 504 Warrington PA 18976

Posted 10/16/02
The First Annaul Bucks County Culinary Competition - Celebrating the talents of our finest Bucks County chefs. Wine tasting and samplings of signature dishes prepared and served by area chefs. Sunday November 10, 2002 3:00-6:00 PM at Hollyhedge Estates (6987 Upper York Rd, Solebury. Tickets $40.00 Food and wine Tasting $55.00. Presented by The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce - P.O. Box 633. For tickets call 215-598-3301. A portion of the proceeds to be donated to the Salvation Army's culiinary training program, "Soups On". Special thanks to Hollyhedge Estates.

Posted 10/06/02
You are invited to the . . . Reach for the Stars Silent & Live Auction To benefit the Roxey Ballet Co - Sunday, Oct. 13 — 3 to 5 p.m. 
Silent Auction beginning: 3:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Live Auction beginning at 4:30 p.m. Location: Mill Ballet Studio, 243 Union Street, Lambertville, NJ - Silent and live auction items will include: Art Works, Jewelry, Sports Memorabilia, Baby Sitting Services, A Tapas Party, A Night at a Bed and Breakfast, Dining Certificates, And Much, Much More. Please join us for a fun filled afternoon with proceeds to benefit The Roxey Ballet Co. Tickets are $5 at the door and include wine and hors d’oeuvres. All Proceeds will benefit The Roxey Ballet Company, a non-profit corporation. Your donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of law.
For Further Information contact Mark Roxey at 609-397-7616 roxey@roxeyballet.com

Posted 10/03/02
Sage - an original rock/funk band from the New Hope area.
Listened to some of their music and they're very good! - webmaster
Playdates in near future:
10/18/02 Kelly’s- Doylestown, PA
10/19/02 John & Peter’s- New Hope, PA
10/24/02 Joe’s Mill Hill- Trenton, NJ
10/25/02 Halloween Bonfire- Doylestown, PA
10/31/02 McGuinn’s Place- Trenton, NJ
11/01/02 Sovereign Bank Arena/Conduit- Trenton, NJ
11/16/02 John & Peter’s- New Hope, PA
11/22/02 The UnderPass- Elmwood Park, NJ
11/27/02 McGuinn’s Place- Trenton, NJ
12/14/02 Da Funky Phish- Bay Shore, NY

Posted 09/07/02
The Mill Ballet School enters its 9th season beginning September 16th.  The Mill Ballet School, official school of the Roxey Ballet Company, located at 243 North Union Street in Lambertville, New Jersey begins its 2002/03 season of classes on September 16, 2002. Entering its 9th season, the school proudly provides world-class dance training to students of all ages and levels. The school can be found in the Canal Studios building at the end of North Union Street (behind the old Ben Franklin Building). The facility hosts over 6000 square feet of "state of the art” dance studio space. The registrar's office is open Monday through Saturday between 1:30pm -6:30pm. Free evaluations and placement advice for prospective students are offered by appointment only. An interview and audition may be required. Classes are held Monday through Saturday from 9:00 am - 10:00 pm. For more information call 609-397-7244 or visit us on the web at www.millballetschool.com

Posted 08/22/02
The PALISADES COMMUNITY CHORUS is recruiting NEW MEMBERS for its Fall 2002 season. Join the director, Dr. Jack Schmidt, and the ensemble as they prepare and perform Schubert's beautiful Mass in G, and traditional music for the holidays. Rehearsals are held Thursday evenings from 7:30-9:00 at the Palisades Middle School, on Rt. 412 Kintnersville. First rehearsal starts at 7:15 September 12. Fee for the semester is $25 per person or $40 per family. No Audition is required! For more information about the Chorus contact Kathleen Fargnoli at 610-294-9039 or Jack Schmidt at 215-489-2233. The Palisades Community Chorus is part of the Palisades School District Adult Education Program and is open to the general community. The Chorus is dedicated to preparation and performance of outstanding choral music.

Posted 08/18/02
Miles of Mules, a major regional public art project that will ultimately stretch the length of the Delaware & Lehigh Canal Corridor, has arrived in New Hope. Artist Robert Dodge unveiled a fiberglass mule painted during the kick off for the project. If you or your organization are interested in sponsoring a mule, call the Michener Museum at 215.340.9800. Miles of Mules is accepting proposals from artists wishing to participate in this public art event. Artists whose designs are accepted will be provided with a life sized mule form and will be paid a $1000 honorarium when the mule is completed. 215.340.9800 ext. 150 or visit www.milesofmules.org.
Robert Dodge's New Hope mule will be stationed at the Michener Museum in Doylestown and everyone is invited to enter a competition to name this colorful mule. Entries may be submitted in person at the museum or online at www.michenerartmuseum.org. The winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to the museum gift shop.

Posted 08/13/02
September 22, 2002 Sunday
Capital RainbowFest  1-6 p.m. - Trenton's Mill Hill Park
Capital RainbowFest will be cohosted by the Trenton Lesbian and Gay Civic Association and Jersey Pride, Inc. This inaugural statewide gay pride festival will include live entertainment, games, information for the community from all over the state, Trenton's largest outdoor display of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, a food court, and a great selection of arts and crafts, gifts, clothing, and pride memorabilia. Performers to date include Lorrie Wesoly, October Baby, and The Andi Rossell Band.

Posted 08/05/02
Master craftsman Jeffrey Greene is celebrating the 30th
Anniversary of his award winning Woodworking Apprenticeship
Program. Last year his program was honored as a finalist for a Niche award that recognizes the outstanding creative achievements of American craft artists. Last year Greene won the Cohen Trust Award at The Philadelphia Furniture Show for Best Apprenticeship Program, in 1998 the studio won the top award from Fine Woodworking Magazine for his outstanding apprenticeship training and in the same year was included in the Studio Tour Schedule of the Smithsonian Institute. Greene has also been honored with the Award for Design Excellence at the Philadelphia Furniture Show in 2000 and was nominated again in 2001. He also garnered the 1999 NICHE Design Award and was one of five artists selected for the James Michener Art Museum's Invitational Show of Fine Woodworking. The Jeffrey Greene Design Studio is located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. The program is limited to five apprentices at any given time and positions are usually filled six months in advance. For information regarding the Apprenticeship Program call 215-348-5232 Monday through Friday between 9:30am and 4:30pm.

Posted 07/08/02
Bastille Day - July 13 & 14, 2002
JOIN IN THE FUN AND CELEBRATE OUR FRENCH CONNECTION
Plan To Spend the Day Strolling New Hope To Enjoy All the Activities
This year's celebration offers a broad variety of ways to participate in the Bastille Day Celebration and free outdoor activities are located at three main centers in town. Visitors are encouraged to park their car and spend the day strolling between these areas to enjoy all the outdoor fun. Along the way they'll discover many shops with special sales, shows and special events. Full schedule of events for the July 13 and 14 town wide event are available at the New Hope Visitor's Center, Cockamamie's, Farley's Bookstore and C'est la Vie Bakery.
A new addition to Bastille Day 2002 is the Open Air Market under tents on the grounds of Union Square, located on West Bridge Street between the New Hope Solebury High School and the New Hope Train Station. The market open from 12noon to 5:oopm will feature fresh baked breads and cheeses alongside art, antiques and anything else you might find at the March in Paris. Area artists Diana Contine, Dakota Moon Studios, Susan Roseman, Cathy Williams, Nora Lewis, Virginia Rosa and shops like The Painted Cow and French Accents will be exhibiting handmade jewelry, hats, prints, paintings, fine soaps and French linens and pottery alongside gourmet foods and fresh baked goods from French Habits, C'est la Vie French Bakery and more. Later in the day at 1:30pm and 3:30pm at the Union Square site there will be a concert of popular and patriotic French & American music featuring the internationally recognized Les Petits Chanteuses - "Little Singers of Monaco", Nelson Camp, Susan Whitenack, Krista Parrish, Flutist and singer Cathy Block and concert pianist, singer/songwriter Lori Rosolowsky. Tickets $5 From 12noon - 5:00pm, barely two blocks from Union Square on Bridge Street, there will be music provided by the Oliver Creak Band in the parking lot of Cockamamie's Art Deco shop. Around the corner on S. Main Street behind the Old Stone Church there will be a day long Petanque Tournament. Petanque is a traditional French game much like Bocci Ball that can be played by all ages - all level of players are welcome. To pre-register stop into C'est la Vie French Bakery & Cafe or call 215-862-1956.
The corner of South Main Street and Ferry Street will be the site of several activities including New Hope's First Annual Bastille Day Waiter's Race to be held at noon. From 12noon - 3:00pm there will be art activities for young people that will include face painting, painted paper bag hats, chalk painting, printmaking and more. Across the street at the Parry Mansion their will be an interactive history lesson with a reenactment group and music by several traditional folks singers. So mark your calendar for July 14 and plan on spending the day strolling from one spot to another celebrating our French Connection. Along the way you're certain to run into a juggler or two. Parking is available as you enter town via 202/179 at the Union Square site on Bridge Street for $2 an hour, all day $8 and after 6pm $4. There are additional lots throughout town as well as metered street parking. For additional information call 215-862-3396.

Posted 06/27/02
July 6, 2002 Saturday
Driftwood - original accoustic rock playing from 3:00-6:00PM at John & Peters, 96 S. Main St., New Hope 215-238-5888
Red Dog of the Allman Brothers Band crew: "Driftwood is one talented band. Their music is fun, it's great, and has meaning. They are onto something new and exciting. webmaster's note: we've listened to their new CD "ruins & landscapes" and it's excellent.
http://www.newhopepa.com/artists/visiting_artists/

Posted 06/17/02
June 26, 2002 Wednesday
Known in this region as a classical pianist, Lori Rosolowsky is emerging as a folk pop musician whose style and voice have been compared to Carole King and Carly Simon. She will perform in concert on June 26 to celebrate the release of "Pass It On" her first CD of original songs. Rosolowsky sings and plays piano on all 11 tracks, and is backed by a group of stellar musicians and vocalists. The June concert, featuring Rosolowsky and several members of her band, will be held at Holicong Park, Rt. 202 in Lahaska, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, June 26, from 7 to 9 pm (rain location: Clubhouse at the Buckingham Springs Adult Community - 1490 Rt. 413, 3 miles south of Rt. 202 on the right). Sponsored by the Buckingham Township Park& Recreation Committee, the concert is free and open to the public. CDs will be available for sale and singer/songwriter Rosolowsky will be available to autograph copies.

Posted 06/08/02
June 23, 2002 Sunday
Driftwood - original accoustic rock playing at 9:00pm at John & Peters, 96 S. Main St., New Hope 215-238-5888
Red Dog of the Allman Brothers Band crew: "Driftwood is one talented band. Their music is fun, it's great, and has meaning. They are onto something new and exciting. webmaster's note: we've listened to their new CD "ruins & landscapes" and it's excellent.
http://www.newhopepa.com/artists/visiting_artists/

Posted 05/30/02
The Mill Ballet School announces its’ acclaimed Summer Dance 2002 programs. July 8th - August 17th The Mill Ballet School, Lambertville is the official school of the Roxey Ballet Co. and renowned as the Delaware Valleys regions premier world class professional training facility for classical ballet and alternative dance forms. The Mill Ballet is gearing up for its 9th annual summer dance programs. Once again a junior dance camp will be offered to students ages 6-10 from July 8-July 26. Camp runs from 9:00am –3:00pm, Monday - Friday.
In addition The Mill Ballet will offer a three week intensive dance workshop for students ages 11 and up. The workshop will run from July 29 – August 17, 9:00am –3:00pm, Monday –Friday.
The School will offer "Open Enrollment Classes" for children and adult students interested in taking supplemental classes throughout the summer. In this program, weekly classes will be offered in modern, break-dancing, creative movement, pre-ballet and ballet from July 8th – August 17th. For additional information to take an audition placement class please call (609) 397-7244 or visit us at www.millballetschool.com

Posted 05/17/02
New Hope Eagle Ladies Auxillary Italian Hoagie Sale on June 14th and 15th with deliveries for businesses in the area of New Hope and Lambertville of orders of 5 or more. individual orders can be picked up at firehouse kitchen. For ordering or more information: contact 609-397-3564 or 609-397-0268. martineau_m@tre.state.nj.us

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