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New Hope Metaphysical Society presents Virginia O’Hara

May 15, 2012 By

Virginia O'Hara The New Hope Metaphysical Society will be offering an exciting program at their May gathering on May 23, 2012. By popular request, Virginia O’Hara, Intuitive Channel and Spiritual Medium, will be returning to our community to offer one of her dynamic programs.  Virginia has channeled for over thirty years and her work is always exciting and evolving.  The gathering will start at 7:30 P.M. in the upper Red Barn at Pebble Hill Church, 320 Edison-Furlong Road, Doylestown, PA  18903.  Light refreshments will be served.  Plenty of free parking.  Open to the public.  Admission is $10.  For more info. call: NHMS@ 215-242-0185 or PHC (Pebble Hill Church) @ 215-348-3428 or e-mail: nhms@spiritsvision.com

Biography of the Speaker

Virginia O’Hara is a teacher, life path coach, facilitator, mentor, author and intuitive. Virginia has studied and presented in 25 countries and brings fun and laughter into all the processes which awaken you to your wisdom and mission here on Earth. Virginia is currently in the process of completing the new book “Crystal-Scout: The Adventures of a Reluctant Human-Being.”

Biography of the New Hope Metaphysical Society

Founded in 1990, the New Hope Metaphysical society is an organization dedicated to “making the world a better place” by promoting spiritual ideals, universal laws and metaphysical principles to the community at large. Located in central Bucks, Pa., the NHMS acts as a “safe haven’ for spiritual seekers by offering social support and spiritual education through monthly meetings and special events on a variety of spiritual topics. The NHMS meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at Pebble Hill Church in Doylestown, Pa. These meetings are open to the public.

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Nevin Rae receives HRC Youth Essay Award

May 14, 2012 By

nevin-rae New Hope’s Nevin Rae, leader of New Hope-Solebury High School’s newly formed Gay-Straight-Alliance and member of New Hope Celebrates, accepted the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) award for the Youth Essay Contest at the recent HRC gala on March 24th.

The dinner and awards ceremony, held at the glamorous Ritz-Carlton in Philadelphia, was attended by over 400 LGBTA community members including Daniel Brooks, New Hope Celebrate’s founder and president (pictured left); Geri Delevich, HRC Federal Club member, NHC member and New Hope Borough Council member (pictured left of Nevin;) and Ryan Fuller, New Hope Celebrate’s treasurer. Pictured right of Nevin is his proud mother and environmental activist, Hope Blaythorne.

Also in attendance were NHC’s Hope Smolin and New Hope Celebrate’s sponsors Sandy Wesley and Rori Katz.

Celebrity guests at the Dinner Gala included NBC’s “Tonight Show” Ross Matthews, award-winning actress Maria Bello, Bucks County’s former US Congressman Patrick Murphy, and HRC’s national president, Joe Solomese.

HRC, whose total membership numbers 750,000, is widely recognized as the leading LGBT legislative activist group in the US, and its most recent achievements, along with Congressman Murphy, have included successful lobbying for the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” a bill that banned gays from disclosure in the military.

Photo courtesy of Tara Lessard

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Third Annual Tail Waggers Strut June 3rd at Washington Xing State Park

May 14, 2012 By

The Crossings Animal Sanctuary, Inc., a nonprofit animal welfare organization, will host the Third Annual Tail Waggers Strut Dog Walk Festival at Washington Crossing State Park on Sunday, June 3rd, from 9:00am to 4:00pm (rain date June 10th). Proceeds will be used to acquire land, build, and operate Bucks County’s first no-kill animal sanctuary.

In the event’s first two years, nearly 1500 animal lovers in Bucks County and the surrounding area walked in the “Strut” and attended the festival. As a result of the community’s efforts, over $50,000 was placed in the Sanctuary Building Fund. This year, the goal is to have over 1,000 individuals, families and children walking their dogs, and to raise $100,000 in net proceeds. 

After two years at Shady Brook Farm in Newtown, the event moves to a much larger space at Washington Crossing State Park. Here, where the turning point of the American Revolutionary War took place, the goal is to create a new revolution: a Bucks County in which there are No More Homeless Pets, where 90% or more of the homeless companion animals are ensured a loving home and quality care for the rest of their lives.

The event’s festival field will feature over 100 vendors, offering pet products and services, crafts and food. Special events will occur throughout the day.

A “SuperAdoption” will feature adoptable companion animals from 20 or more area shelters and rescue organizations. In addition to dogs and cats, bunnies and pigs will be available for adoption.

The walk, which is for ages 13 and up, is four miles along the beautiful Delaware Canal. There is a also special two-mile walk for children ages 5-12, called “Kids Can, Too!” Prizes will be given to the walkers who raise the most pledge money. Pre-registration for walkers is strongly encouraged, and has already begun.

A downloadable form is available online at TheCrossingsAnimalSanctuary.org.

A month prior to Tail Waggers Strut, on Wednesday, May 2nd, Bucks County area restaurants will host “Appetite for Saving Animals,” a dinner hour fundraiser. Participating restaurants donate a portion of their evening’s revenue to CAS’ Sanctuary Building Fund and will be posted on the website.

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Roxey Ballet Present’s Cinderella May 12-13

May 9, 2012 By

Roxey Ballet Company invites the public to attend a unique Mother’s Day celebration of the classic fairytale ballet “Cinderella” with original choreography and music by Mark Roxey. The performance will be held on May 12 and 13, 2012 at 3:00 pm at JP Case Theater which is located at 301 Case Blvd in Flemington, New Jersey.

“Roxey Ballet finds that every time this production is mounted it gets a great reaction from its audiences — people are consistently in awe that this level of talent exists in their backyards and that professional dance performance is accessible to them here at home.”

“Roxey Ballet is unique in that it offers truly great, professional quality dance performances that build bridges in our community. Our audiences love being entertained and educated, and they leave the theater excited and rejuvenated about our beautiful art form”, said Mr. Roxey. “Cinderella also introduces young children to ballet through storytelling, mime and music”.

The ballet takes place in three acts and the style of dance is classical ballet. The production feature lavish sets and costumes by Alicia Worden of Flemington. The professional dancers of Roxey Ballet hail from as far away as Korea, China, Japan, Colombia, Mexico, New York, and throughout the USA. The cast showcases some of the area’s finest dancers and actors. 

The ballet is in three acts featuring Julie Cobble in the title role of Cinderella. Her Prince will be danced by Jace Coronado. The king is played by Robert Greene of Titusville, New Jersey and his queen is played by Fiona Jackson of Buckingham, PA. Jennifer Aguilar and Kristen Smith both of New Hope Pa play the play roles of the Evil Stepsisters. Denise Carr of New Hope Plays the role of the Evil Step Mother. The cast is rounded out by over 75 dancer from throughout the region.

Roxey Ballet Company, enjoying its 19th season in Hunterdon and Bucks County, welcomes children of all ages to celebrate Mother’s Day with this timeless fairytale. Tickets and more information can be obtained by going to www.roxeyballet.org or calling 609-397-7616.

The Roxey Ballet is a world class contemporary ballet company using dance to build community and cultural bridges.  The company maintains a full schedule of local, national and international touring.

Roxey Ballet was incorporated in 1995 as New Jersey non-profit organization.  Our mission is to deliver artistic and cultural excellence through professional dance performances, residencies, educational programs, workshops and master classes. The company takes pride in its multicultural and all-inclusive organization, fostering a creative environment of growth for all.  Roxey Ballet’s unique and diverse works, elevating tradition to the next level, are inspirational to audiences and artists alike. Access to high quality dance performance and education is paramount.

Roxey Ballet is fully accessible to those with disabilities. The Roxey Ballet is supported in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts; The Wachovia Foundation, The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, The Bunbury Company, The Hunterdon County Cultural and Heritage Commission and The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, in addition to individual donors.

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New Hope Celebrates ninth annual week of Pride

May 7, 2012 By

Often deemed a “country fair run by gay folks,” New Hope Celebrates will hold a week of Pride on May 13th-May 20th in the Delaware River hamlet, long known for arts and awesome antiquing.

Spring has sprung in the Bucks County area and NHC has arranged for activities of fun and frolic for all.

New Hope Celebrates is an all-volunteer gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered marketing organization whose mission is to present events that spotlight the town and Bucks County’s many activities to the tri-state area. Its funding is solely community based and dependent on sponsorships and advertising, which in turn benefits the local retailers.

The cornerstone event is a parade, “Celebrate Drama–Theater on Parade” on May 19th starring the Big Apple Corps and Philadelphia’s LGBT Marching Band, plus many floats and local groups, led by community activists and leaders of human rights.

Events are plentiful and diverse, ranging from family activities with Sesame Place giveaways; Clue New Hope – an all-town scavenger hunt; a teen softball game; and dances galore for the girls, for the boys and for both.

A performance by nationally known comedian Kate Clinton will be held on May 18th at the New Hope-Solebury High School Stephen Beck auditorium.

Information, lodging, event listings and bus schedules available at www.newhopecelebrates.com.

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NH-S ‘Odyssey of the Mind’ takes first place

May 7, 2012 By
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On March 17th, the New Hope-Solebury High School “Odyssey of the Mind” team won first place at the Southeastern Regionals. Out of 160 teams, they were also one of only two teams who were honored with the Ranatra Fusca award for exceptional creativity. The team moves on to the state competition this month.

Pictured from left are Tiffany Tao, Chloe Verwiel, Kalie Berman, Jacob Steinberg, Carrie Hetzel and Jackson Toone (not pictured: Jasmine Bailey).

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Landmark Towns of Bucks County presents the 2012 Community Achievement Awards

May 7, 2012 By

NN LANDMARK1 by Maryanna S. Phinn

The fourth annual Landmark Towns of Bucks County 2012 Community Achievement Awards were presented to honorees from the boroughs of New Hope, Yardley, Morrisville and Bristol at the Yardley Country Club in late March. The annual awards ceremony recognizes outstanding contributions by volunteers, individuals, businesses and organizations within the four boroughs.

The 2012 categories included: Outstanding Volunteers of the Year from each community; Outstanding Business Award from each borough; Outstanding Retail Event; Outstanding Special Event; Outstanding Façade/Building Renovation and the Landmark Towns of Bucks County Chairperson’s Award.

“These award recipients are the unsung heroes in downtown revitalization, many of whom are volunteers and small business owners, give countless hours to these events and causes,” notes Donna Boone, Landmark Towns Regional Main Street Coordinator. “The Landmark Towns Board of Directors understands the importance of recognizing them for a job well done,” Donna adds.

PECO sponsors the annual dinner awards ceremony.

Outstanding volunteers included: Brian Bodine for New Hope Borough; Jef Buehler for Yardley Borough; Eric Erickson for Morrisville Borough and Alan Vogenberg for Bristol Borough

Brian Bodine is one of New Hope’s most dedicated volunteers. Brian provides countless hours of time and support to the New Hope Chamber of Commerce’s Annual September Arts and Crafts Festival. He also volunteers at the Bucks County Children’s Museum and works as a porter at Triumph Brewing Company. Brian is an outstanding power lifter, earning multiple gold medals in power lifting at the Special Olympics held at Villanova University each year.

New Hope’s ever-popular Havana Restaurant and Catering received the Outstanding Business Award.

New Hope and Lambertville Restaurant Week received Outstanding Retail Event. Sponsored by the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce, New Hope partners with its sister city to offer prix-fixed dining options at 27 participating restaurants on both sides of the Delaware River. The February event attracts tourists and foodies from across the region and the choices in fare and drinks are plentiful.

New Hope Celebrates Pride Week and Parade earned recognition for Outstanding Special Event – Multi-Day Event. Established in 2004, New Hope Celebrates is a weeklong springtime festival celebrating the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender community and all walks of life. The multi-day event brings together retail, hospitality and professional organizations with concerts, special events, parties, sporting and family-friendly events. The parade is the highlight of the week and more than 15,000 visitors descend upon New Hope to participate.

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Karla’s Restaurant May Full Moon Dance Party

May 2, 2012 By

Dance, do you love to dance?

Karla’s is ready to celebrate the May Full Moon with DJ Aggreschen’s music and your host Ms. Carla. Put on your dancing shoes and join us on Tuesday May 8th at 9:00 pm. We have everything lined up for a casual night of fun.

Did you know that in the month of May the earth, moon, and sun are all in a line and the Full Moon is the largest and closest to the earth?  The May Full Moon has been called a Supermoon and there are only 4-6 Supermoons a year. It is also known as the Planting Moon or Milk Moon. Sounds like another great reason to celebrate!

Dinner is being served from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. Head Chef Francisco “Poncho” Barrios’s is preparing a special evening that will exceed your expectations. His innovative American Fusion cuisine is prepared to your liking using only the freshest seasonal ingredients. Specialty martinis and refreshing fresh fruit drinks await you. If you love wine there are selections from around the world.

“Excellent menu choices- all good, great atmosphere”, said a recent visitor to New Hope.

Karla’s offers indoor and outdoor dining and has been pleasing guests since 1983 with excellent food, drinks and friendly service. The upstairs bar is a cozy, upbeat place to unwind and mingle with locals and visitors.

Don’t miss this fun night! No cover charge. Make your reservations now. Call 215-862-2612. Don’t forget – Karla’s will help you plan your next private event for up to 100 guests.

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DAR welcomes Ms. Edna White

April 30, 2012 By
Edna White

 

The Washington Crossing Chapter of the Daughters of the American welcomed Ms. Edna White of Chalfont to speak at the March monthly meeting held at the David Library of the American Revolution.

Ms. White gave an informative speech about the use of quilts in the Underground Railroad during the Civil War. The quilts would be used as signs to show if a house was friendly to an escaped slave. Quilts also served as road maps to freedom in the north.

Ms. White is a member of Friendly Quilters in Washington Crossing, an African-American quilting group. She is also the president of Stitchers of Faith Ministry Second Baptist Church of Doylestown in Plumsteadville.

Afterward, Ms. White took questions from the members regarding quilt repair and restoration. Many chapter members shared their family heirloom quilts.

Meetings of the Washington Crossing Chapter DAR are typically held on the second Saturday of the month, September through May, at the David Library of the American Revolution, Washington Crossing. All women, age 18 or older, are eligible for membership in the DAR if they can document a lineal descent from a man or woman who served during the American Revolutionary War in a military, civil, or patriotic capacity.

More information on the Washington Crossing Chapter of the DAR may be found at its website, www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~pawccdar.

PHOTO CAP: Edna White with one of her quilts

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TEEN SCENE: New Hope-Solebury Reading Olympics takes home blue ribbon

April 30, 2012 By

by Matt Wenz, New Hope-Solebury High School (Class of 2013)

New Hope-Solebury High School recently received a blue ribbon for their efforts in the annual Bucks County Senior Reading Olympics Competition. The competition, which was hosted at New Hope-Solebury High School on March 26th, was Bucks County’s 19th annual competition for students in grades 9-12.

Thirty-six teams from schools across Bucks County competed in the event. Teams in the competition usually consist of 12 students. The students compete in three rounds of questions about books that they have read off of a master list of about 30 books. Points are given to teams for correct answers.

Teams also have the chance to “steal” points from the opposing team by answering a question correctly that the opposing team missed. As simple as it seems, it takes a certain level of team coherence and strategy to perform well in a given round.

“There is a level of strategy to it, because you need at least two people to read every book so that, for every round, that book is covered,” said Katie Dick, a co-captain for the New Hope-Solebury Reading Olympics team.

Success in a round can also depend on which team members are participating in a round.

“When you get into competition, there are usually 12 kids on a team, so some kids have to sit out.”

Luck also plays a huge part in the competition. When a team is unsure of a certain question, an educated guess is thrown out as answer. New Hope got fairly lucky with their “educated guesses.”

“We had some awesome random guessing going on as well,” said Katie. “We knew most of the books, but every once in awhile you get one of those that nobody in that particular round has read, in which case you kind of have to make an educated guess. We usually did a pretty decent job with that.”

New Hope-Solebury was very pleased with their results in the competition, especially being able to send their three seniors off with a final blue ribbon. New Hope received a total of 58 points in competition, with a 50-point cut-off to receive a blue ribbon.

New Hope hopes to continue its success into next year’s competition, which will be the 20th anniversary of the senior Reading Olympics competition in Bucks County.

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