Events (continued)

3/5 - Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Run: 4 Miler
The 8th Annual Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup Run 4 Miler returns to Northampton Municipal Park on Sunday, March 5, 2023. Field is limited to the first 500 to sign up. Finishers receive a soup mug, a cup of tomato soup and a couple of grilled cheese sandwiches! Northampton Municipal Park, 281 Hatboro Rd, Churchville, PA
More info/Sign up

3/5 - Maple Sugar Day and Pancake Breakfast, Churchville Nature Center
Our annual Maple Sugar Day is back and sweeter than ever! Join us for a delicious pancake breakfast on Sunday, March 5th from 11AM to 1PM. Cost is $13 per person. You do not need to attend the breakfast to attend the program, but there is a separate registration for both. Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville, PA
www.churchvillenaturecenter.org

3/5 - A W.A.S.P. Takes Wing, Yardley Historical
A Program about the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II, will be hosted by the Yardley Historical Association on Sunday, March 5 at 3 p.m. Carol Simon Levin will share the story of the amazing W.A.S.P.s through the eyes of Ann Baumgartner Carl, the New Jersey girl who trained as a W.A.S.P. and became the only American woman to test-fly experimental planes during the War and the first American woman to fly a jet airplane. The presentation will take place at the Old Library by Lake Afton, 46 West Afton Avenue in Yardley. www.yardleyhistory.org

3/9 - Monthly Poetry Group, Newtown Bookshop
Join us for an evening of poetry and discussion from 6pm-7pm.
The first half of the monthly meeting is devoted to a reading by a featured poet from the group or by a published poet. The second half hour allows open mike time for group members to share a few poems they've written, or they may choose to read poems written by their favorite poets. Newtown Bookshop, 2835 S. Eagle Road, Newtown PA
www.newtownbookshop.com

3/9 - Ladies' Night Out
Set aside your to-do list and join us for “wine o’clock” at McAvoy’s. Get dressed up (or come in yoga pants!) and make time for yourself and your girlfriends to reconnect and unwined. Plenty of seating for cozy conversations and good old-fashioned girl talk. Drink specials and light bites available for purchase from the bar. 6pm-9pm.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery, Newtown PA
www.crossingvineyards.com/public-events

3/10 - Comedian Tom Cotter
Runner up and frequent subsequent guest or "America's Got Talent" and guest of
"The Tonight Show", "Last Comic Standing" and "Comedy Central Presents "Comedian Tom Cotter has taken the comedy scene by storm since finishing as runner-up and becoming the Breakout Star from Season 7's "America's Got Talent." He lost to a dog act, but don't hold that against him; Tom was the first comedian ever to be a finalist on the show and was the highest finishing human being on the show that year.
Zlock Performing Arts Center, Newtown PA www.bucks.edu/tickets

3/11 - Tara Lawall and Anne Marie Wonder Meet and Greet
Please join the Newtown Bookshop on Saturday, March 11th, 1:00pm to 2:30pm as we welcome Tara Lawall and Anne Marie Wonder featuring their book "There Are Too Many Milks: And Other Common Annoyances of Modern Life", Tara and Anne will be meeting guests and signing their books. All are invited to join us in person at the Newtown Bookshop. You can order their book to be signed below.
Newtown Bookshop, 2835 South Eagle Road, Newtown, PA
www.newtownbookshop.com

3/11 - Newtown Shamrock Shuffle 5K & Festival
Official Charity Partner: A Love for Life
A Love for Life is dedicated to raising funds for pancreatic cancer research.The average survival rate for stage IV pancreatic cancer is a little over 6 months. We want to help change that number.We are honored to be partnering with the Abramson Cancer Center at The University of Pennsylvania. 100% of the money that we raise will fund cutting edge research here in Philadelphia. $55 race fee includes a Custom Runner’s Bib, Finisher Medal & Quality Long Sleeve Race Shirt. Specials from participating businesses.
Register here

3/11 - Summer Camp Open House, George School
Established in 1977, our program focuses on age-appropriate games and activities to promote friendship and fun. Children practice skills—like working with others, waiting their turn, and handling success, failure, and frustration—in an environment where they are encouraged by a supportive and loving staff. Located on the beautiful 240-acre George School campus, GSDC campers have access to athletic fields, tennis courts, a state-of-art fitness and athletics center, and so much more. Families will have the opportunity to tour the facilities, meet some of the camp staff, and ask questions. George School Day Camp, 1690 Newtown Langhorne Road, Newtown, PA
Phone: 215.579.6689 Email: gsdc4kids@georgeschool.org

3/11 - Villa Joseph Marie 6th/7th Grade Practice Test & 8th Grade Entrance Test
The 6th/7th Grade Practice Test helps students to become comfortable with the test and gain an understanding of where their strengths and weaknesses lie. The Practice Test is simply that—practice! • All students applying for admission to Villa Joseph Marie must take the Entrance Test while in 8th grade to be considered.
1180 Holland Rd, Southampton, PA www.vjmhs.org/admissions/test

3/14 - Score Bucks County Webinar: The Mindset of a Successful Business Owner
Only 20% of all businesses make it 5 years, this webinar will provide crucial information to help you succeed! We will cover the following topics at 11:30am:
The role of a business owner
The 5 levels of business ownership
The 4 types of intelligence for business ownership success
Why a franchise succeeds, Wealth building.
This is a FREE webinar! Register here

3/14 - Open House, The Bridge Academy
The Bridge Academy is a 501c3 not for profit specialized school for students with language-based learning disabilities, like dyslexia, auditory processing disorder, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and attention deficit disorder.
Open Houses are held monthly for parents and professionals who wish to obtain more information regarding The Bridge Academy for a possible placement or referral for a child. Information will be presented regarding The Bridge Academy curriculum, the admissions process, a tour of the school, as well as the opportunity to ask questions.
If you are interested in attending one of our Open Houses, RSVP to (609) 844-0770.
The Bridge Academy, 1958 Lawrenceville Rd B, Lawrenceville, NJ

3/14 - What's on your Seder Plate, Updating Your Seder
The Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim will be hosting our March meeting on Tuesday March 14th, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. Our special speaker is our own Rabbi Sandi Berliner. Her topic will be: "What's on your seder plate – Updating your Seder". Light refreshments will be served and there is no charge for this program. For further information, please call the synagogue office at 215-677-1600.
Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA

3/16 - Birding for Beginners with Pam Newitt (Virtual Lecture)
Have you wanted to learn more about the birds in our area, but didn’t know where to start? Join naturalist Pam Newitt at 7pm for a fun, informative evening that will introduce you to the world of birding. She will cover observation skills, field markings, bird behavior and songs. She will introduce you to some of the tools of birdwatching such as binoculars, field guidebooks and phone apps. Additionally, she will discuss bird feeders and seed. Hosted by Snipes Farm. More info.

3/16 - February Daytime Book Club
Will be held INSTORE! We will be discussing "Violeta" by Isabel Allende.
All are invited to join us at The Newtown Bookshop at 11am.
Newtown Bookshop, 2835 South Eagle Road, Newtown, PA
www.newtownbookshop.com

3/16 - An Evening with Harlan Coben
Please join the Newtown Bookshop as we welcome Harlan Coben to the Zlock Performing Arts Center at the Bucks County Community College (Newtown Campus) on Thursday, March 16th at 6:30pm. Harlan Coben will be in conversation with New York Times Bestselling Author, Liz Moore.
Join New York Times Bestselling Author and one of the world's leading storytellers, Harlan Coben as he discusses his new novel, I WILL FIND YOU.
Each ticket includes a signed hardcover copy of Harlan Coben's brand new book, I WILL FIND YOU. More information.

3/16 - Ireland Forever!
Tired of the same old Paddy’s Party places? Try Crossing Vineyards this year. We’ve
got Irish music, drink specials and treats from our “Flights and Bites” menu. Draft
beer and house wines, just $7. If you come “wearin’ the green,” you’ll get a coupon for a BOGO wine tasting. Erin Go Bragh! Thursday, March 16, 6pm to 9pm. No cover charge.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery, Newtown PA
www.crossingvineyards.com/public-events

3/17 -Jazz Vocalist and Trombonist Hailey Brinnel
Jazz vocalist and trombonist Hailey Brinnel will return to the historic Newtown Theatre on March 17 at 8 PM! She will be joined by her quartet and guest trumpeter Kellin Hanas from New York City. Just 27 years old, Brinnel has already performed at acclaimed venues such as the XPoNential Music Festival, The Lake George Jazz Festival, World Cafe Live, The Kennedy Center, The Kimmel Center, The Washington Women in Jazz Festival, Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, and The North Sea Jazz Festival in Rotterdam. She was also a finalist in the 2021 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. The Newtown Theatre, 120 North State Street Newtown, PA
www.thenewtowntheatre.com/events

3/17 - Me, Myself & Barbra
An original concert celebrating the music of Barbra Streisand! Featuring Jenna Pastuszek. Happy Days. Here again. An evening of a lifetime in the making featuring the music of Barbra Streisand. At 21, Babs spent her evenings singing in hot cabaret clubs dressed up in funky thrift store finds. At 21, acclaimed performer Jenna Pastuszek spent her evenings serving mini hot dogs at bar mitzvahs sporting a patterned bow tie. Until she met Barbra, and everything changed. Learn how Barbra's self-confidence, power, and carefree panache inspired a young performer to get out of her own way and embrace her own kooky self, weird last name and all.7:30pm.
Zlock Performing Arts Center, Newtown PA www.bucks.edu/tickets

3/17 - St. Patrick’s Day Party at The Irish Rover
Grab your green and join the party! We’re celebrating all day long Famous Corned Beef & Cabbage, Irish Fare and Beer of course!! Entertainment all Day Long Ty Kingsley 12-4pm Dom & Jesse Party Duo 7pm-12am Irish Dancers Starting at 4pm.
Irish Rover Station House, 1033 S. Bellevue Ave. Langhorne, PA More information

3/18 - Churchville Nature Center Plant Swap
Plant enthusiasts can bring their cuttings, propagations, and seeds to swap with each other. Plant related items such as books, pots, and décor can also be swapped as well! Visitors who pre register for the Plant Swap receive a $1 discount on admission. For an additional $6 fee, participants can register for the Pot-up Workshop, where you can decorate a pot and take home a succulent plant. Note that you must preregister for the Plant Swap in order to be eligible to signup for the Pot-up Workshop. All attendees will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Wegmans gift card.
Pre-registration Admission: $3/person
At-The-Door Admission: $4/person
Pot-up Workshop Fee: $6 per plant
Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville, PA
www.churchvillenaturecenter.org

3/18 - Yardley Farmers Market
Our Winter Market is held outdoors in Buttonwood Park from 10 am to 12 pm on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays through April 15, 2023. Meet Our Winter Vendors!

3/18 and 3/19 - St. Patrick's Day Weekend at Crossing Vineyards
Saturday & Sunday, March 18 & 19, Noon to 6pm
Celebrate at Crossing Vineyards with award-winning wines, specialty pairings and live music by The Boys of County Bucks. Gotta have a brew on St. Patrick’s Day? We proudly serve local craft beers on draft and in bottles.No cover charge.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery, Newtown PA
www.crossingvineyards.com/public-events

3/19 - Birding for Beginners with Pam Newitt (Walking Tour at Snipes Farm)
Have you wanted to learn more about the birds in our area, but didn’t know where to start? Those interested in going out into the field will have the opportunity to join Pam at Snipes Farm Sunday March 19 at 8am for a leisurely walk to hone our skills and practice what we learned the Thursday before. We will also check out our new bird blind! Please bring binoculars with you if you have them. 890 W. Bridge St, Morrisville PA More info.

3/19 - Trendy Terrariums  Terrariums create a unique environment for plant growth. A combination of the facets of light, heat and condensation allow for increased humidity inside the terrarium. Terrariums bring nature and long-lasting joy into your home. During this fun class at The Studio at Seasons Garden Center in Washington Crossing from 1 – 3pm, you'll learn about the essential ingredients to create your own stylish open terrarium. With our Master Gardener Kelly's guidance, your creation will be a custom vessel filled with choice plants, sand, pebbles, moss and polished stones. This class is a great way for family and friends to connect as they design their own, unique terrarium that will easily thrive with minimum care. $60.00 fee includes all plants and materials necessary to create a terrarium.
 Seasons Garden Center, 1069 River Road, Washington Crossing PA
seasonsgardencenter.com

3/21 - Score Bucks County Webinar: Win Customers With Your Website
How do you set your website up to win over customers? Your website has to attract and engage visitors, educate them about your products and services, and convert them into customers. This webinar, presented by Co-Founder of Cardsetter Jessica Baldwin, will show you the key elements to set your website up to attract, engage, and convert your ideal customers Attendees will receive a free website planning workbook.
This is a FREE Webinar. Register here.

3/22 - Buds and Blossoms Floral Design Let's celebrate the new spring season by designing a seasonally inspired floral design. Using the textures of flowering branches paired with fragrant delicate bulb flowers, our staff floral designer Deborah at The Studio at Seasons Garden Center in Washington Crossing will guide you through the creation of your own floral. This class is for designers of all skill levels. Bring a friend and start spring off on a flowery note. Class runs from 6-8pm. $120.00 fee includes glass vase, flowers and materials needed to create your design.
Seasons Garden Center, 1069 River Road, Washington Crossing PA
seasonsgardencenter.com

3/23 - Pairing Wine and Chocolate
Chocolate has grown up, and we’re all about it. From Fair Trade to Single Origin, 55% to 85%, taste some of the most amazing products the cacao bean has to offer, from Naked Chocolate of Newtown.
Along the way, sip on an assortment of our award-winning wines. Includes wine tasting and a selection of gourmet chocolates. An antioxidant-rich indulgence!
Crossing Vineyards & Winery, Newtown PA
www.crossingvineyards.com/public-events

3/24 - A Curious Newtown Evening
The Newtown Theatre and ArtWRKD teamed up for “A Curious Newtown Evening”.
The night starts between 5 and 7 PM at ArtWRKD art consortium, located at 126-128 South State Street in Newtown. There, guests can enjoy ArtWRKD’s current show, “The Wonder Room,” featuring 10 different artists’ work from assemblage to paintings based on the curiosity theme.
Guests will also peruse a unique collection of oddities and curiosities imported from The Museum of Interesting Things in New York City. Ticketholders can come and go anytime between the hours of 5:00 and 7:00 and are encouraged to grab dinner in town.
Starting at 7 PM, the historic Newtown Theatre will open its doors for a show that will begin at 8 PM. The show will feature a number of “curious acts” of a sideshow nature, including a strong lady, a contortionist, Shreevash the Indian magician, a theremin musician, a belly dancer, and a fire eater.
The soundtrack for the show will be provided by Drew Nugent & The Midnight Society, a band that performed at the theatre’s burlesque show last November. More info.

3/25 - Earthship Tours
The self sustainable SLNC Earthship will be open to the public today from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm with tours. Stop by to visit and learn about these interesting, sustainable structures! You will see the earthship to the left as you enter our main parking lot, and there is a short trail to walk back to it. Dog friendly.
Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol PA silverlakenaturecenter.org

3/26 - Mendelssohn's Elijah Choral Concert, Doylestown
The Choral Society is proud to present Mendelssohn's Elijah, a long-time pillar of the choral/orchestral literature. Internationally acclaimed, two-time Grammy-nominated baritone Stephen Powell will perform the title role, joined by Choral Society audience favorite Suzanne DuPlantis, rising star James Reese, 2018 Voices of the Future winner Eva Martinez, and Symphony in C. Full of passion, conflict, hope, and transcendence, this work that launched choral societies like ours throughout Europe and America still has much to say in our own day. 4pm at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Doylestown PA
buckschoral.secure.force.com/ticket/#/

3/27 - An Evening with Author Lisa Scottoline
Please join the Newtown Bookshop as we welcome Lisa Scottoline to the Zlock Performing Arts Center at the Bucks County Community College (Newtown Campus) on Monday, March 27th at 6:30pm. #1 bestselling author Lisa Scottoline is revered for her novels that explore themes of family, justice, and love. Her work spans page-turning thrillers and beloved humorous essays and in 2021, she released ETERNAL, her New York Times bestselling masterpiece set in Rome during WWII. It etched itself into the hearts and minds of readers with the powerful truth it asserts—what war destroys, only love can heal. And now Lisa Scottoline returns with LOYALTY, an emotional, action-packed epic, set during the rise of the Mafia well before the events of The Godfather. Each ticket includes a signed hardcover copy of Lisa Scottoline's brand new book, LOYALTY. More information.

3/28 - February Evening Book Club
Will be held VIRTUALLY at 7pm, please email kathy@newtownbookshop.com if you want to join in! We will be discussing "Thank you, Mr. Nixon" by Gish Jen.
Newtown Bookshop, 2835 South Eagle Road, Newtown, PA
www.newtownbookshop.com

3/30 - The Fabelmans
Young Sammy Fabelman falls in love with movies after his parents take him to see "The Greatest Show on Earth." Armed with a camera, Sammy starts to make his own films at home, much to the delight of his supportive mother. Part memoir, part ode to the power of the movies, The Fabelmans finds Steven Spielberg digging at the family roots that helped make him a beloved filmmaker — and proves he hasn't lost his magic touch.
Doors open at 7 PM and the film starts at 7:30 PM.
The Newtown Theatre, 120 N State St, Newtown, PA
www.thenewtowntheatre.com/events

3/30 - Tarot Card Reading & Wine Tasting
Get together with your friends for a fun night out.! Enjoy wine tasting, dessert and a private Tarot Card reading. $40 per person.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery, Newtown PA
www.crossingvineyards.com/public-events

3/31 and 4/1 - Acting Naturally Theater Presents Chicago - Teen Edition
In roaring twenties Chicago, Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap... until he finds out he's been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another "Merry Murderess," Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the
"American Dream": fame, fortune, and acquittal.
Shows are Friday 3/31 & 4/1 at 7:00pm.
Acting Naturally Theatre, 164 N. Flowers Mill Rd, Langhorne, PA
www.actingnaturally.com

3/30 - 4/2 - Descendants: The Musical, at Villa Joseph Marie Performing Arts Center
Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney's Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films! A Character Brunch will be held on Sunday, April 2, prior to the show. Purchase a combo ticket to attend this special pre-show event.
1180 Holland Rd, Southampton, PA www.vjmhs.org/musical

4/1 - Newtown Rotary Club's 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
The Hunt at Goodnoe Elementary is a long standing tradition. This free event is open to the public and there are categories for all ages! Will you find the coveted Golden Egg in your category? Free event for all ages!
8:30 am Easter Bunny Meet and Greet
9:15 Easter Egg Hunt Begins
Raindate is April 8th.
Goodnoe Elementary School, 298 Frost Ln, Newtown, PA
Newtown Rotary Facebook Page

4/1 - Canal Clean-up Day 2023
The Friends of the Delaware Canal Clean-Up Day is scheduled for April 1, 2023. The entire 58.9-mile length of the Canal will get its annual spring cleaning through the efforts of Area Coordinators, Canal Tenders, and hundreds of volunteers. To volunteer, please review the Work Area list and choose one of the highlighted locations, then let us know where you would like to work. You fill out our online form or call or e-mail the Friends. We will provide the Coordinator in the area with your information, and they will let you know where to meet, what to bring, and answer any questions that you may have.
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4/1 - History’s Mysteries, Legends and Lore
This free program focuses on the legends and stories of mysterious, misrepresented and often wholly created incidents and events. You will learn the truth about these myths, stories and events that they never taught you in high school. 2-3pm.
Yardley-Makefield Library, 1080 Edgewood Road, Yardley, PA
www.ymfriends.org

4/2 - Enchanted Fairy Garden Party  Younger children are encouraged to join the staff at The Studio at Seasons Garden Center as we explore the mythical world of fairies from 1-3pm. Listen as we read a story about fairies. Enjoy a light meal of tasty tea sandwiches, healthy snacks, refreshing drinks and cool dessert bar. Design your own fresh flower crown and wand to join the fairies in play. We will then go on a fairy hunt through the gardens and meadow. There will be lots of great opportunities for picture taking! Bring your own wings if you have them! Fee is $35.00 per participant. Inquire about family discount pricing for 2 or more participants.
Seasons Garden Center, 1069 River Road, Washington Crossing PA
seasonsgardencenter.com