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5/2 – Books ‘N Brew, Bucks County Book Festival, 6-9pm., Join us on Friday May 2nd, from 6-9pm, for an evening of literary fun unlike anything you’ve ever experienced- a reverse bar crawl featuring a rotation of amazing groups of authors in conversation. Your $20 ticket gets you entry to one of three venues in Doylestown Borough, all within a block of each other (Artifact Brewing, The Hattery Stove and Still, and Hops/Scotch), as well as a $5 off coupon, to go towards a book of your choice to purchase at the event. You stay at the same location with one moderator, while the authors rotate between the three venues, delighting the audience with their conversation. Each author group will spend about 45 minutes at each venue, and their books will be available for purchase between sessions.
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5/3 - Master Gardener Plant Sale
Penn State Master Gardeners of Bucks County will hold its annual plant sale on Saturday, May 3rd, from 9AM to 1PM at the Middletown Grange Fairgrounds located at 576 Penns Park Road in Newtown, PA 18940. This highly anticipated sale will include donated plants from Master Gardeners, unusual perennials, annuals, vegetables and herbs, pollinator and butterfly plants, native plants, houseplants, shade plants, deer-resistant plants, container plants, and a beautiful selection of hanging baskets for Mother’s Day.

5/3 & 5/4 - Kite Day, Terhune Orchards, 10-5pm
Bring your own kite or choose a ready-made kite from the wide selection in the store. Or better yet, make your own “guaranteed to fly” kite. Whichever you choose, test fly your kite in our wide-open 10-acre pasture with all the farm animals looking on. The farm will ring with country music and entertainment all weekend. The sheep will be shorn on Sunday and children can take home a piece of real fleece. On Saturday, the Princeton Morris Dancers will perform traditional May Day dances. Enjoy live music 1-4pm each day. Admission is $15 in advance or $18 the day of (ages 3 and up). Click here for more information

5/3 - Bucks County Book Festival, 10-4pm., Join us on for a special day of literary experiences as part of the Bucks County Book Festival in Doylestown, PA! This exclusive event will feature engaging author discussions, book signings, and interactive sessions.
Broad Street Commons, Doyle Street, DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
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5/3 - Washington Crossing Brewfest 2025, 12:30-4:30pm., Attend the first, and best, beer festival of the season in Bucks County, PA! Taking place at Washington Crossing Historic Park for its 14th year, Brewfest is on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 12:30 to 4:30 PM. The event features sampling of beers from local, regional, and national breweries as well as live music, mouthwatering food vendors, and a beautiful, wooded setting overlooking the Delaware River (behind the Thompson-Neely House). To learn more about the event, please visit the Washington Crossing Brewfest website. This is a volunteer run event, and all proceeds help the non-profit Friends of Washington Crossing Park educate the public, promote the historic events that took place in Bucks County in 1776, and preserve the park’s colonial-era buildings and artifacts for future generations.
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5/3 – Frog Call Campfire, Churchville Nature Center, 7:30-9:30pm., Join us for our Frog Call Campfire! Listen for the croaks and calls of toads and frogs along our trails. Learn why these amphibians sing in the spring on a guided night hike with our educators, followed by toasted marshmallows around the campfire. Admission is $3 for CNC members and $5 for non-members. Pre-registration is required! Click here for more information

5/4 - Handmade Hopewell - A Makers Street Fair, 10-4pm.,
A small, but mighty unique and highly curated makers street fair. Upwards of 60 makers, artisans, and craftspeople fill Seminary Avenue of Hopewell Borough offering a wide variety of goods including textiles, home goods, paintings, ceramics and much more!
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5/4 – Special Reopening, Ferry Market, 11-3pm., Ferry Market, located at 32 S. Main Street in the heart of New Hope, is celebrating the revitalization of its vibrant, community-driven space with a special reopening preview on Sunday, May 4, from 11 AM to 3 PM. This beloved foodie destination will unveil its brand-new Beer Garden and refreshed look, inviting locals and visitors alike to rediscover all that the Market has to offer. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music, face painting, a balloon artist, and chance to explore offerings from 12 vendors.
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5/4 – Three Stooges Film Fest, Newtown Theatre, 3-5pm., Slapstick fans are invited to “nyuk-nyuk-nyuk” it up with Larry, Moe and Curly during the Newtown Theatre’s 8th annual Three Stooges Film Fest on Sunday, May 4. Michelle Squiccimara, registrar and outreach coordinator of the Stoogeum history museum in Ambler, will host the event and introduce five classic short films.
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5/6 - Congregations of Shaare Shamayim Sisterhood's High Tea, 1pm.,
Learn about the fascinating life and career of Barbra Walters at Congregations of Shaare Shamayim Sisterhood's High Tea. Join us on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 1 pm at 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027, and wear your best high tea attire. The afternoon will begin with a delicious luncheon that includes high tea sandwiches and a variety of desserts. We are very pleased to have our very own Sisterhood member, Maxine Goldman, present this interesting program.
Please RSVP by sending your check for $42, made out to CSS Sisterhood, with High Tea on the memo line, to the CSS office at the address above. If you need further information or have questions, please contact the synagogue office at 215/677-1600.

5/7 - Wild Gentle Yoga: Yoga to Connect with Yourself and Nature, Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, 8-9am., 1635 River Road, New Hope, PA. www.bhwp.org. Gentle yoga that builds body awareness, strength, flexibility and a better understanding of how humans connect to and reflect natural systems with Priscilla Hayes. Register. Pay what you can, $8 and up. 

5/8 – Greenwood House LIVE, 7pm., This fundraiser features live music from THE NERDS, that is sure to get you on your feet. It’s big-venue fun in an intimate setting just for friends of Greenwood House. Enjoy dinner, drinks, dessert, and an auction of part of your ticket purchase. Casual Attire – Rock n Roll Chic Flat and closed-toe shoes are recommended, as AstroTurf and turf tread will be underfoot. NAC Sports Training Center | 120 Pheasant Run | Newtown, PA 18940
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5/8 – Film Screening: Food & Country, Manoff Market Gardens & Cidery, 7pm., A movie evening on the farm. $25 general public, $20 Cider Club and Seniors. This link to RSVP only : pay when you arrive or buy tickets below Cider and snacks for sale and a chance to stay to discuss your thoughts. Seating limited to 50. About the film: America's policy of producing cheap food at all costs has long hobbled small independent farmers, ranchers, and chefs. Worried for their survival, trailblazing food writer Ruth Reichl reaches out across political and social divides to uncover the country's broken food system and the innovators risking it all to transform it. Click here for more information

5/10 - YMCA Bucks County Strong 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run, 7:30-10:30am., Join us for the YMCA Bucks County Strong 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run in Doylestown, PA! Celebrate Mother's Day weekend with a scenic race, family fun, and a lively post-race celebration. All ages welcome-let's run, cheer, and make memories! River Crossing YMCA Doylestown branch, 2500 Lower State Rd, DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
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5/11 – Hunterdon Farmers Market, 9-1pm., Join us for a vibrant market experience featuring farm-fresh produce, beautiful flowers, pasture-raised meats, artisan breads, locally roasted coffee, handcrafted pickles, farm-grown garlic, raw honey, and so much more!
Dvoor Farm, 111 Mine Street., Flemington, NJ 08822. Sundays May 4 – Nov 23.

5/11 – Mother’s Day Brunch, Lambertville Station & Inn, 11-5:30pm.,
Join us in our elegant riverside ballroom on Sunday, May 11th, from 11:00 am to 5:30 pm for a truly special celebration. Imagine indulging in delights from our Bagel & Fish Station with creamy flavored cream cheeses and delicate smoked salmon, or diving into fluffy Waffles topped with fresh blueberries and strawberries. From a tempting Carving Station featuring Prime Rib and Leg of Lamb to a decadent Viennese Dessert Buffet and fun Sundae Station, we have everything to make her day unforgettable. All this for $80 per adult and $40 per child, all-inclusive with free parking!
Located at 11 Bridge St, Lambertville. Reserve your spot now and give Mom the gift of a delicious experience! Call us at 609.397.8300 ext 500. We can't wait to celebrate with you! lambertvillestation.com

5/11 - Mother's Day Family Concert, Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey, 3pm., Celebrate Mother's Day at our delightful family-friendly event. Beginning with the Overture to William Tell by Gioachino Rossini this concert will engage even the youngest music lovers! We are also performing the enchanting Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 by Edvard Grieg, and the charming tale of Tubby the Tuba by George Kleinsinger. Our 2025 Mary G. Roebling Concerto Competition winner is sure to inspire audiences of all ages. Bring your loved ones and make this Mother's Day a memorable celebration with us! Direct link for tickets: www.etix.com/ticket/p/71468477/a-mothers-day-family-concert-trenton-capital-philharmonic-of-new-jersey.
New Jersey State Museum Theater, 205 West State Street, TRENTON, NJ 08608

5/13 – Boxing at the Birches, The Birches @Newtown, 12-1pm., Boxing at The Birches is a wellness program for those diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and can help reduce, improve, and delay symptoms.
Participants use heavy and speed bags to vary the intensity, and the course leaders use punch mitts to allow for varied combinations.
The program class size is limited and open to the public, but a pre-assessment is required. To register, please call Shari at 215-497-7400.
www.thebirchesatnewtown.com/senior-living/pa/newtown/events

5/15 - PDS Spring Arts Festival, 3:30-7:30pm.,
It's an exciting time at Princeton Day School! As the days stretch longer and the weather warms, it's great to dive into the rich tapestry of artistic experiences of our school. Whether it's the creative energy of a new art installation or the power of live performances, the arts truly shine during this time of year. Come celebrate with us at our first-ever school-wide Arts Festival! May 15, 2025, from 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.
3:30 - 4 p.m. Gallery Opening and Arts Walk
4 - 5 p.m. Arts Walk and Pop Up Performances
5 - 6 p.m. Performing Arts Performances
6 - 7:30 p.m. Cabaret
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5/17 – Moving Day – A Walk for Parkinson’s, 9:30-1pm., Come together as a community to honor those affected by Parkinson’s disease, raise awareness and support the critical work of the Parkinson’s Foundation. Celebrate the power of movement – shown to help manage symptoms of Parkinson’s. Whether participating as part of a team or as an individual, join thousands of supporters united in the fight against Parkinson’s disease.
Saturday, May 17th, 9:30 am -1 pm, Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA 18940. More info at MovingDaySoutheasternPA.org. Questions? Call Varianny Kapur at 908-396-7048 or email vkapur@parkinson.org

5/17 – Touch A Truck, Doylestown Central Park, 10-1pm., Get Ready for an Action-Packed Day at Touch-A-Truck! Bring the whole family to Doylestown Township's Central Park for an unforgettable free event! Kids (and kids at heart!) will love the chance to touch, climb on, and explore a wide variety of trucks, construction equipment, emergency vehicles, and more! This hands-on experience lets them see these incredible machines up close while learning about the people who operate them.
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5/17 – Pride Parade 2025, New Hope Celebrates, 11am., The Annual Pride Parade, the signature event of New Hope Celebrates PrideFest will kick off in Lambertville, NJ before marching into New Hope on Saturday, May 17th, 2025. Our parade and fair continue to highlight the diverse and inclusive communities of New Hope and Lambertville.
The parade will begin at 11am where New Jersey’s first same-sex marriages were performed in 2013 – Lambertville City Hall and continue down Bridge Street into Pennsylvania, making it the only Pride Parade which crosses a state line. Following the Parade, join us for our Pride Fair at the end of South Main St. open to the public in the Legion parking lot at the corner of New St. and South Main St. There will be vendors and live entertainment from 12 pm to 5:00 pm. Open to all, this fun-filled day brings everyone together to celebrate diversity. Cash bars are available. Admission proceeds will benefit New Hope Celebrates and all PrideFest events.
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5/17 – Decluttering, Yardley-Makefield Library, 2-3pm., Presented by Court Ebeling. When it comes to decluttering, where do you begin? How do you sort through years of household accumulation and decide what to do with all that stuff? This program will help you develop an action plan with specific goals and timelines so you won't feel overwhelmed. Event is Free but Seating Is Limited. Yardley-Makefield Library, 1080 Edgewood Road, Yardley, PA www.ymfriends.org

5/18 – Spring Self-Care Retreat, Penn Medicine, 8am., Prioritize your well-being this spring. Join us at the beautiful Plainsboro Preserve for a nourishing self-care retreat, where nature, movement, creativity, and calm come together. Choose a half-or-full-day experience filled with indoor and outdoor wellness activities designed to support your physical, emotional, and mental health. From gentle yoga and mindful art to energizing nutrition talks, peaceful nature walks, and more — you'll reconnect with yourself, find inspiration, and leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and uplifted. All fitness levels are welcome. Chair Massages (limited spots!) Register early and save! Full Day (8am to 5 pm) - $150 Half Day (8am OR 12 pm) - $100
Register at www.princetonhcs.org/calendar

5/18 – Canal Walk, Friends of Delaware Canal, 8:30-12pm., Mueller’s Kitchen and General Store to Ringing Rocks Trailhead – One-way walk with carpooling – 6.5 miles – 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Our walk begins at Mueller’s and will take us through Riegelsville, where we will explore the town’s history and learn about the Roebling Bridge. We will then proceed to the Gallow’s Run Aqueduct and Lock 21 at Durham Creek. Continuing south, we will encounter Lock 20, Indian Rock, and the Narrows Restaurant and Inn. Finally, we will conclude our walk at Falls Creek, reaching the Ringing Rocks trailhead. www.fodc.org/event/annual-canal-walk-by-season-late-spring/

5/18 - A Tapestry of Jewish Songs, Congregation Kol Emet, 2:30pm., Sharim v'Sharot 25th Anniversary Concert, conductor and music director, Elayne Robinson Grossman. A Tapestry of Jewish Songs at Congregation Kol Emet, May 18, at 2:30. 1360 Oxford Valley Road, Yardley, PA. World Premier of Nachon Libi, Psalm 108 commissioned by the Francine and Lucille Sair. commissioned For Tickets: Register at: kolemet.shulcloud.com/event/tapestry_jewish_songs

5/20 - Phillips' Mill Third Annual Poetry Salon, 7-9pm., Back by popular demand! Come to the Mill to hear a selection of poems by some of our talented local poets. All poetry lovers are invited! This event sells out, so make sure you register.
Phillips' Mill Community Association, 2619 River Rd New Hope, Pennsylvania 18938 United States
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5/21 – The Morris Canal: An Illustrated History – Virtual, 7:30pm., Join Tim Roth of the Canal Society of New Jersey on Zoom as he explores the fascinating history of the Morris Canal, from its inception in the 1820s to its abandonment 100 years later. The Morris Canal & Banking Company set out to build a canal to move Pennsylvania coal to booming markets on the East Coast. The 102-mile canal stretched from Phillipsburg to Jersey City, climbing 1,674 feet using 23 lift locks and 23 incredible water-powered inclined planes—some lifting boats nearly 100 feet! Learn about the innovative construction, discover how boats navigated, and get a glimpse into the lives of the many people who lived and worked along its banks. In addition, Roth will highlight some of the sites that can still be visited today along the ever-expanding Morris Canal Greenway.
Free registration: shorturl.at/8Osmf

5/22 - Summer Planters Workshop, Bucks Country Gardens, 6:30-8pm., Warmer temperatures and longer days are here! Enjoy sips and snacks as you gather your favorite summertime blooms and create your very own planter with instruction and guidance from our in-house experts.
Bucks Country Gardens, 1057 North Easton Road
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5/24 - Nature's Nightlife with Ryan Bridge, "The Bug Man", Washington Crossing Park, 8:30pm.
What do insects do at night and how do they see in the dark? The ultra-violet world, in which insects live, has always intrigued Ryan and he'll detail anatomy and life-cycle, while keeping the main focus on nocturnal insects. You'll have the opportunity to hold some of the largest LIVE bugs in the world! Next, Light Stations are set-up to attract insects, where the audience will venture into the darkness to see just what is... flying, crawling and hopping around at night.

5/25 - Sip, Sip Hooray - National Wine Day, Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 12-6pm
Come to Crossing Vineyards to celebrate the happiest day of the year. Enjoy $7 glasses of house wine. Book a Classic Wine Tasting online and get 20% off all wine bottle purchases. Crushies and light bites will be available for purchase. You’ll be on cloud wine! No cover charge.
www.crossingvineyards.com/public-events

5/30 - Prisoner from Napa Valley - Wine Tasting Event, Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn, 6:30-9pm., Indulge your senses in a curated wine pairing event at Lambertville Station on Friday, May 30th (6:30pm - 9:00pm) featuring The Prisoner from Napa Valley!
$95 per person (plus tax & gratuity). Reserve your spot – limited! Call 609-397-8300 Ext. 500. www.lambertvillestation.com/
Event is located in the Lambertville Station Restaurant
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5/31 - Touch A Truck/Tractor Event, Charlann Farms, 11-3pm., Beep Beep....Big trucks and tractors coming through!
Join us at Charlann Farms for tons of BIG fun on the farm! Kids can climb on and explore farm equipment and different vehicles they often see in the community. We will also have a jump pad, pony rides, food trucks, face painting, sand art, glitter tattoos, a DJ, vendors & more! This is a FREE event. Some activities have a fee.
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