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Twilight in Fallsington

May 7, 2012 By

On Saturday, May 19th, as twilight descends upon the village of Fallsington, join Historic Fallsington, Inc. for a delightful evening of gaiety and charm between 5:00 and 8:00pm as they host Twilight in Fallsington!

Sample wine and beer along with delectable treats from local restaurants and caterers, with entertainment and a behind-the-scenes look at the Stagecoach Tavern.

Tickets are priced at only $35. Reservations are encouraged since space is limited, however if need be, tickets may be purchased at the door. For more information or for reservations for “Twilight” call 215-295-6567.

All proceeds benefit Historic Fallsington, Inc. a non-profit preservation organization and museum whose mission is to “Preserve the historical significance of the Village of Fallsington for future generations and to educate the public about its culture and rich history.”

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2012 Middletown Seniors’ Bus Trips

May 7, 2012 By

The Middletown Senior Citizen’s Association offers a travel program for all ages. Buses depart from Middletown Senior Citizen’s Association, 2142 Trenton Road, Levittown.

Make checks payable to M.S.C.A. and mail to above address. Include traveler’s name, phone number, address, and partners.

Call for further details at 215-945-5345 or 215-945-2920.

Wednesday, May 16th: NYC’s 911 Memorial, Guided Tour of NYC & Dallas BBQ Chicken Dinner, Three-Hour Highlights tour, including:  Firemen’s Memorial, Statue of Liberty – viewing from Battery Park, Chinatown, SOHO, Highline Park, Columbus Circle, Central Park – stop and enter, Fabulous Fifth Avenue, including: Tiffany’s, Trump Tower, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center & Times Square. Cost is $75. Leave 8:00am, return  8:00pm.

Wednesday, July 11th: Celebrate Red Hat Day at Doolan’s Shore Club Spring Lake, NJ, cost is $78. Lunch will be served. SHOW: American Bandstand Tribute, Comedian. Leave 9:30am, return 5:00pm.

Thursday, August 23rd: Ehrhardts Waterfront Resort, Lunch & Mount Airy Casino Package, slot play $20. Enjoy games, trivia, shopping & family style lunch. Cost is $70.   Leave 7:30am, return 7:00pm.

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Neshaminy School District Annual District Art Show 2012

May 7, 2012 By

You are cordially invited to attend the Neshaminy School District Art Show 2012, open to the public May 14th, 15th, and 16th from 7:00-9:00pm at Neshaminy High School (Gym A).

The opening night reception will be held on Monday evening, May 14th at 7:00pm, with opening remarks by Dr. Louis Muenker, Superintendent of Schools. The opening night ceremony includes awards presented to the District Art Show Poster Contest winners.

This grand event provides an opportunity to view the unique individual talents of students and the collaborative efforts of those involved in the Fine Arts Program.

The show features works of art created by students in kindergarten through the 12th grade. With 40 pieces of artwork selected by each art teacher, this year’s selections will total over 800 creative endeavors by students that are considered to be the best of the best.

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Record turnout expected at Seventh Annual Run the Gates 5-Miler

April 30, 2012 By

With a little over a month to go until the starter gun is fired at 9:00am Sunday, June 3rd, almost 100 runners have already registered for the Seventh Annual Run the Gates 5-Miler and 1-Mile Fun Run. More than 400 are expected to have signed up by race day.

The race day registration fee is $30. Runners can save $5 if their registration is received by Friday, June 1st. More information is available at the Run the Gates website at www.RunTheGates.org. Those who pre-register are guaranteed to receive a technical, wicking t-shirt.

New this year is a Zumba session with Shaina at 8:15am to help runners stretch and warm up before the race. Benefiting organizations are: Delta Community Supports, Inc., Handicapped Crusaders, and the Bucks County Council for Individuals with Disabilities. More information about these agencies is also located on the website.

The run starts in Forsythia Crossings Park, Levittown. The figure-eight course takes runners first clockwise through Snowball Gate, then back across Forsythia Crossing, and ends traversing through Red Rose and Forsythia Gates counterclockwise to finish back at the Park.

Run the Gates is co-sponsored by and one of a host of activities offered by the Middletown Township Department of Parks and Recreation.

Runners will be seeking to pick up one of almost 70 awards given out in the 11 age-group categories as well as the top awards for the overall man and woman winners. Awards will also be given for the first time this year to the top three male and female finishers in the 1-mile run.

Individuals, businesses and teams are encouraged to pick up the “challenge” of helping those whose daily lives are filled with a host of challenges.

People can sign up for the event online by visiting the website or by calling 215-579-9945.

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Letter Carrier Food Drive is May 12th

April 30, 2012 By

United States Postal Service Letter Carriers on Saturday, May 12th will be collecting non-perishable food donations along their routes for delivery to the Bucks County Housing Group Penndel Shelter and many other food pantries throughout Bucks County.

It is the annual “Stamp Out Hunger” drive conducted by the National Association of Letter Carriers, the largest one-day food drive in the nation.

Please place a food donation by your mailbox on Saturday, May 12th before your mail is delivered. Your Letter Carrier will deliver it to a local food bank or pantry.

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“A still, small voice: Quaker work at the United Nations”

April 27, 2012 By

United Nations Association–USA, Bucks County Chapter will present “A still, small voice: Quaker work at the United Nations” on Tuesday, May 15th at 7:00 p.m.  at Penn Hall, Pennswood Village, 1382 Newtown-Langhorne Road, Newtown. Andrew Tomlinson, Director of the Quaker United Nations Office & Quaker UN Representative will be the speaker. There will be a discussion after the lecture. While this program is oriented to Quakers, people interested in the International work of the Quakers and other Peace Churches would find this of interest. 

The Quaker United Nations Office (QUNO) serves as a Quaker presence at the United Nations (UN), representing Friends’ concerns at the international level, with offices at UN headquarters in New York, as well as in Geneva.

In addition to representing Friends, QUNO facilitates dialogue and works on specific issues in a manner that is unique in the UN community. QUNO advocacy is carried out in a number of ways, particularly by facilitating informal, open negotiating processes in which all participate on an equal footing.

Andrew Tomlinson is the Director & Quaker UN Representative. A Quaker since he came to Philadelphia from the UK on an exchange scholarship, he and his wife Ursula were married at Central Philadelphia Friends Meeting, and he is now a member of Chatham-Summit Monthly Meeting in New Jersey.

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Volunteers needed for tree planting at Magnolia Lake, Bristol

April 25, 2012 By

The Bucks County Conservation District (BCCD) invites you to join them for a fun morning planting native trees and shrubs on Saturday, May 5th, from 9:00am to 1:00pm at Magnolia Lake southern shore (Lakeland Avenue), Silver Lake County Park, Bristol. Bring friends and family to help beautify and protect Magnolia and Silver Lakes. Funding for this project was provided in part by a Growing Greener grant from Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.

Please dress appropriately. BCCD will provide work gloves and a limited amount of tools, including shovels and spades. Please bring your own tools so there are enough to go around. Water and snacks will be provided.

For more information, contact Meghan Rogalus at 215-345-7577 x107 or by email at meghanrogalus@bucksccd.org. In case of rain, the event will be held on Saturday, May 12th.

Students – earn your community service credits! Certificates of Completion will be available for any students who participate.

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Philadelphia Orchestra violinist is guest artist at YOBC Spring Concert

April 25, 2012 By

The Youth Orchestra of Bucks County (YOBC) will present its 2012 Spring Concerts on Saturday, April 28th.

The Advanced Division Concert will feature a special guest appearance by Jason DePue, first violinist with the Philadelphia Orchestra. DePue will play J.S. Bach’s Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor with the YOBC Symphony Orchestra. The concert will take place at Maple Point Middle School in Langhorne, at 7:00pm.

A graduate of Philadelphia’s Curtis Institute of Music, Mr. DePue is also a member of the highly acclaimed DePue Brothers Band, which skillfully combines bluegrass, classical, and rock genres.

The evening concert will also include the YOBC Wind Ensemble and a unique performance of “Cucina Bella” by the YOBC Percussion Ensemble. The YOBC Junior and Intermediate Divisions will present their Spring Concert at 2:00pm the same date and location. The afternoon concert will highlight the string ensembles – Prima Strings, Concertino, Philharmonia – and the Wind Symphony, as well as several chamber groups.

The YOBC creates opportunities for young musicians to achieve artistic excellence through enriching classical music experiences. Students from all over the region come to YOBC every week to hone their skills and achieve their musical goals. In over 20 years, YOBC has enriched the lives of more than 1,500 students. 

Auditions for the 2012-13 season will be held May 19th-20th. For more information, contact Diana Nolan, Office Manager, at 215-945-5105 or visit their website at www.yobc.org.

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Tucker Chiropractic Center hosting free workshop

April 25, 2012 By

The Tucker Chiropractic and Wellness Center, located at 198 N. Pine Street in Langhorne, will host a free trigger point workshop on Tuesday, May 1st at 7:15pm. Attendees will learn how to apply these techniques at home.  

According to Dr. Tucker, the trigger point technique is great for achy joints and muscles.

A light dinner will be provided. Guests should call 215-750-8006 to register for space and dinner.

Plan on bringing a partner, as this application is interactive.  

The Center office is located next to the Langhorne Borough 7-Eleven in the building behind the Pine Watson Shopping Center. Parking is in the rear. Directions can be found on the Web site, www.DrDavidTucker.com.

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Dr. Murray Grossman to speak at Spring Village

April 18, 2012 By

If you are a caregiver, family member or anyone seeking current information and practical advice about various dementias including Alzheimer’s, mark your calendar for Monday evening, May 21st at 6:30pm.

Spring Village at Floral Vale, a Secured Memory Care Community at 600 Township Line Road in Yardley, will host Dr. Murray Grossman, a Professor in the Department of Neurology and the Director of the Penn Frontotemporal Degeneration Center at the University of Pennsylvania. His clinical practice focuses on care for patients with early-onset disease management.

Dr. Grossman and his staff at Penn are developing and testing treatments that will someday help many faced with these diseases. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Dr. Grossman speak about current research being done to improve diagnosis of neurodegenerative conditions.

Please RSVP if you plan on attending by Thursday, May 17th at 215-497-3003.

Spring Village at Floral Vale specializes in Memory Care and provides much needed care to our residents with respect, love and understanding. The community offers a support group that meets one Wednesday every month. Please contact them for further information.

All are welcome!

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