Culture
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Classic Rock Legends to Grace the Stage in Bucks County Next Month. Read to Learn More
The Newtown Theatre, located at 120 N. State Street in Newtown Borough, will be hosting the current incarnation of classic rock band Humble Pie on Sept. 16 at 8 PM. Staged as “Jerry Shirley Presents: Humble Pie Legacy – 50 Years of Smokin’,” the band was handpicked by original Humble Pie drummer Jerry Shirley as…
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Come Find Your Next Favorite Read at This Major Book Sale in Doylestown This Fall
For those looking to fill up their bookshelves this fall, a major book sale in Doylestown will offer a wide selection of reading material. The Doylestown branch of the Bucks County Free Library, located at 150 South Pine Street, will be hosting a book sale from Oct. 14 – 17, as well as the 19…
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Recently-Renovated Bookstore in New Hope Announces a New Website for Customers
One of the most popular bookshops in Bucks County has recently unveiled its new and improved website for its devoted customers. Farley’s Bookshop, located at 44 South Main Street in New Hope, has revamped its website to be more user-friendly. “Re-loadable gift cards available: put something on one, give it to a kid and let them shop…
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Historic Hotel Bethlehem Wins First Place in USA Today’s ‘Best Historic Hotel In The Nation’ Contest
The Historic Hotel Bethlehem just became a national champion for the third time, according to the staff report from CBS News Philadelphia. The hotel has once been again crowned as the “Best Historic Hotel In The Nation” by USA Today. This is the Historic Hotel Bethlehem’s third consecutive win in this category. The USA Today…
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After a Successful Exhibition, New Hope Gallery to Permanently House Jerry Garcia’s Artwork
An art gallery in Bucks County has announced itself as the new home of several pieces created by one of rock music’s most revered frontmen. Arete Gallery, located at 122 South Main Street in New Hope, recently held an exhibition of artwork created by Jerry Garcia, the late frontman of the Grateful Dead. Originally held from Aug.…
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Solebury Nonprofit to Guide Locals Through Nearby Park to Observe Local Birds
A nonprofit in Bucks County is offering local residents the chance to enjoy the flora and fauna of a nearby park this weekend. The Primrose Creek Watershed Association, headquartered in Solebury, will be hosting a Bird Walk along the Primrose Creek in New Hope on Aug. 26 at 8 AM. The event is being co-sponsored…
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Local Author to Celebrate Latest Vampire Novel at Bristol Distillery Near Halloween
An author from Bucks County will be celebrating her latest work at a new and popular distillery this fall. Hops and Hardware Distillery, located at 101 Cedar Street in Bristol, will be hosting “Bloody Marys & Books” with local novelist Lydia Michaels. The writer will be using the occasion to celebrate and discuss her new work,…
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Philadelphia Girls Choir Hopes to Sing with Doylestown Native Pink at Upcoming Shows
A musical group in Philadelphia is hoping to perform with one of Bucks County’s biggest stars at an upcoming concert. With Doylestown native Pink’s back-to-back home shows at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia set to be held on Sept. 18. and 19, the Philadelphia Girls Choir is hoping to be able to perform a specific song with the famed…
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New Hope Gallery Once Again Extends Jerry Garcia Art Show, Hints at ‘Big News’
An art gallery in Bucks County is one again extending a show that highlights works created by a legendary rock band’s late frontman. Arete Gallery, located at 122 South Main Street in New Hope, will continue to show the artwork of Jerry Garcia, the late frontman of the Grateful Dead. The show originally ran from Aug. 1 – 9 and was…
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Doylestown Museum to Kick Off Series on Bucks County’s Most Infamous Gang Next Month
An upcoming lecture series will discuss an infamous gang that once roamed around and caused havoc in Bucks County. The Mercer Museum, located in Doylestown, will be kicking off a four-part series “Royal Refugees: The Doan Gang of Bucks County” on Sept. 17 with “Royal Refugees: Join or Die”, focusing on the formation of the infamous…
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Two Philadelphia Sites Are Among America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places
The National Trust for Historic Preservation recently unveiled its 2023 list of America’s Eleven Most Endangered Historic Places, and two Philadelphia sites have found their spot among them, writes Ron Bernthal for Global Traveler. A North Philadelphia rowhouse on West Diamond Street in the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, built in 1871, was home to Henry Ossawa Tanner,…
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Come Tour the Bucks County Homes of Two Artistic Icons That Once Resided in the Area
Pearl S. Buck International, located at 520 Dublin Road in Perkasie, will be hosting tours of the homes of author Pearl S. Buck and lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II on Sept. 16. The Pearl S. Buck House, formerly known as Green Hills Farm, is replete with artifacts from her life. “A rich, mostly intact collection makes guests feel as…
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Penn State Great Valley Hosts ‘From Inspiration to Expression’ Art Exhibit
Penn State Great Valley’ exhibit at the Henry Gallery. “From Inspiration to Expression” is open to the public until Monday, Oct. 9. An opening reception will be held at 5:30 PM on Tuesday, Aug. 22. The National League of Pen Women Diamond State Branch’s Arts and Letters Challenge allowed its artists and writers to stimulate their…
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Hardcore Punk Legends to Grace the Stage in Bucks County Next Month. Here’s What to Know
A popular punk rock band will soon take the stage in Bucks County at a venue renowned for hosting major musical acts. Broken Goblet Brewing, located at 2500 State Road in Bensalem, will be hosting New York hardcore legends Murphy’s Law on Sept. 28 at 7 PM. The group will be supported by the bands The…
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Oscar Hammerstein’s Highland Farm in Doylestown Offers Tours After Property Preserved
A historic estate in Bucks County is allowing visitors to partake in an immersive tour that details its part in American entertainment. Recently, the Doylestown home of Broadway musical legend Oscar Hammerstein received a $500,000 posthumous gift that ensured the property will be purchased and preserved. Now, those in charge of the property are offering tours for those who want…
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Bucks County History: How Mules Played a Major Role in Commerce on the Delaware Canal
Back when Bucks County was becoming an important place in America, workers from around the area found help from a particluar animal. The Friends of the Delaware Canal wrote about the animal’s influence on local and national worklife. The mule was regularly used for industry and labor in the formative years of the country, and…
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New Hope Gallery Extends Dates of Jerry Garcia Art Show. Read to Learn More
An art gallery in Bucks County is extending a show that highlights works created by one of rock music’s most beloved frontmen. Arete Gallery, located at 122 South Main Street in New Hope, will continue to show the artwork of Jerry Garcia, the late frontman of the Grateful Dead, until Aug. 14. The show originally ran from Aug. 1 – 9…
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Perkasie Nonprofit to Discuss the Life and Work of Namesake Founder, Beloved Novelist
A nonprofit in Bucks County will be discussing the written works and philanthropic impact of its namesake founder next week. Pearl S. Buck International, located at 520 Dublin Road in Perkasie, will be hosting a discussion on the namesake author at the Northampton Township branch of the Bucks County Free Library on Aug. 14 from 6…
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