Thngs to do in Bucks County This Weekend

11th Annual Bucks County Quilt Show

Bucks County Visitor Center

3207 Street Road, Bensalem, PA 19020

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Free to Attend

More than 100 handcrafted quilts on display at the Bucks County Visitor Center in Bensalem (Bucks County, PA) The Bucks County Quilt Show at the Bucks County Visitor Center in Bensalem is celebrating its 11th anniversary this year with more quilts on display than ever before. Presented by Visit Bucks County and The Quilt Academy of Bensalem, this annual exhibit features over 100 quilts hanging from 25-foot-high beams and displayed throughout the Visitor Center's Main Gallery. The Quilt Academy of Bensalem, an organization which offers a variety of quilting classes, has donated nearly 100 pieces for this show.

Exhibit "To Save Our Fellow Citizens": Volunteer Firefighting, 1800-1875

Mercer Museum 84 South Pine Street Doylestown, PA For more than 100 years, firefighting was the responsibility of every neighborhood and citizen. The city’s fire companies fervently believed that fighting fire was a community responsibility, best performed by virtuous and heroic men. Paid fireman finally replaced volunteers in 1871, signaling a change in beliefs about public service. The Mercer Museum’s engaging exhibition will include more than 175 historical firefighting artifacts including tools, colorful parade regalia, apparel, artwork, photographs, fire engines and fire equipment, and other unique items from the Museum’s permanent collection. The all-ages exhibit will also feature hands-on activities for children. 2015 Sixth Annual New Hope Film Festival

Venues throughout New Hope New Hope, PA  Don't miss the 2015 Sixth Annual New Hope Film Festival that will take place from July 24th - August 2nd in New Hope, Pennsylvania. Get ready for an exciting line-up of 80 films from 16 countries, with something for everyone. The 2015 Program Guide includes the schedule, venues, a description for each film and other important information about the event. Tickets are available at www.newhopefilmfestival.com. See you at the Festival! Tower Tour For Families

Fonthill Museum East Court Street & Route 313  Doylestown, PA    Start times: 10:30 am & 1145 am Children and adults explore Henry Mercer’s castle from basement to tower and learn about Mercer’s creative ideas through stories and prints.  Children must be 6 or older and able to climb the steep stairs.   Reservations required, call 215-348-9461 or email fhmail@fonthillmuseum.org.

Want to stay cool? Then get to the Pool!

Lower Makefield Township Community Pool
1050 Edgewood Road,  Yardley, PA 19067
215-493-3020   

 

The pool complex consists of: 4 heated pools, Olympic size 50 meter, 25 meter x 25 yard lap, intermediate pool, tot pool diving boards, dual 18 foot slides one speed, one flume, snack bar, rest/changing Rooms with showers. Membership required.

Oxford Valley Pool
445 Hood Boulevard,  Fairless Hills, PA 19030
215-949-2975   

Pool opens Weekends and holidays only, May 24-June 22 Noon-7 p.m. June 23-Sept. 1- Open daily Noon- 8:00 p.m. Closed after Labor Day (hrs. of operation may change due to staff availability). Water slide closes before pool and occasionally closes due to classes or programs. Pool closes during swim meets.

Brookside Swim and Tennis Club

499 Stony Hill Road in Yardley/Lower Makefield 

215–493-2600

Brookside offers a unique swim lesson program focused on pool safety and familiarizing our youth in an aquatic environment. Each Class will reflect American Red Cross appropriate skill level. In addition, new this year, we will be offering stroke and turn proficiency for the level 6 swimmers who already participate on swim team but want to develop maximum efficiency.

The Village 2 Swim & Tennis Club

2 Rittenhouse Circle, New Hope, PA 18938

215-862-3010

Village 2 Swim & Tennis Club offers six sparkling clean swimming pools:

• 6-lane, 25-meter lap pool
• Deep-water diving pool with three diving boards
• Sports pool
• Secluded lounging pool
• Upper deck pool
• Children's pool with fountains

The children's pool is a great place for small children to enjoy the water, while parents relax around the pool or on nearby lounges. And it's only steps away from the locker and bathroom facilities.

Celebrate Father's Day in Yardley

Delaware Canal Festival – Morrisville       June 20, 2015

Sponsoring Partner: Landmark Towns of Bucks County

Event Location: The Delaware Canal by the Actors’ NET Theatre

635 North Delmorr Avenue (Route 32), Morrisville, PA 19067

Phone:215-781-2605 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM        
Admission: Free

Come out for an afternoon of fun and laughter on the Delaware Canal! Try kayaking on the Canal with boats, paddles, PDFs and instruction provided by the Environmental Education Specialists from the Delaware Canal State Park. Decorate a duck and join the competition. Listen to music by the Bucks County Folk Song Society, visit with neighbors from local community groups, find something to eat and enjoy an art exhibit. Family fun on the water for all. Details on the ducks available at www.delawarecanalfestival.org or https://www.facebook.com/DelawareCanalFestival

3rd
Annual Brews & Bites

June 20, 2015

Event
Location: Pennsbury Manor

400 Pennsbury Road, Morrisville, PA 19067

Phone:215-946-0400

4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

General Admission $40; Designated Driver $10

Enjoy an Evening along the River. Join us along the river on the 43-acre country estate of William Penn and enjoy the tastings of regional craft beer. Wander the grounds and watch 17th Century beer brewing demonstrations, take a walk through the gardens, tour the Manor House, or simply relax along the banks of the Delaware River. Food will be available to purchase. Event will be held rain or shine. No one under 21 will be admitted. Must present valid ID at door. No children/infants, no firearms, no pets are allowed. General admission ticket includes beer and a souvenir tasting mug. A Designated Driver ticket holder will receive a bottle of water. Designated drivers do not receive a tasting mug and are not permitted to sample any beer. Designated drivers must be 21+ and present valid photo ID for entry. Tickets can be purchased online or in person. Ticket sales are limited to 400.

Lunch in  the Vineyard for Dads

June 21, 2015

Event Location: Crossing Vineyards and Winery

1853 Wrightstown Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977

Phone:215-493-6500,    ext. 19

12:00 PM  Admission: $55 + tax  (gratuity not included)

Forget the bad ties and boring gift cards. Treat your #1 Dad to a lunch, wine and fun at the vineyard. Includes a hearty lunch between the vines, choice of wine flight (white, red or sweet) and tour of the winery. Reservations necessary.

Fisher's
Tudor House

1858 Street Road

Bensalem, PA  19020

Phone:(215) 244-9777 • Fax: (215) 244-9737

A Fathers Day Dinner “Man Menu” is available Sunday June 21, 2015. This is Dad’s day tonfeel like a King.  Celebrate Dad’s special day with dinner at Fisher’s! We are open from 1 pm to 7 pm, and reservations are strongly encouraged. Large parties are welcome! Reservations can be made by phone at 215-244-9777.
Fisher’s is a polished casual restaurant.

Bucks County Luxury Homes

Luxury real estate is abundant throughout Bucks County, located in Yardley, Washington Crossing, Newtown Square, Gladwyne and other prestigious towns.

Here are a sampling of some luxurious estates located throughout Bucks County. These homes all offer multiple acres of land, serene surroundings, and upscale amenities.

Lot 28 Woodside Road in Yardley, PA

4 Bedrooms, 3 ½ Baths, 4,865 square feet

Absolutely spectacular, unique custom home being built on a lovely, wooded 4 acre lot on Woodside Road. Built by one of Buck's Counties finest custom home builders, McGinn Construction, this incredible home will feature high end, upscale finishes throughout. Call for plans and specs.

Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Hearthside – Martin Millner

912 Providence Road in Newtown Square, PA

8 Bedrooms, 6 ½ Baths, 15,000 square feet

Main line equestrian estate eased under the Willistown Conservation Trust Property is comprised of two parcels totaling 72 acres. Main house parcel includes 23.03 acres. Barn and Farm Manager's Residence parcel includes 48.54 acres. Main House includes Gourmet Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Formal Living Room, Solarium, Den, Library, Billiard Room, Bar Room, Viewing Room, and Underground Shooting Range. A flagstone verandah which runs the length of the back exterior of the house and offers one of the most spectacular views in Radnor Hunt horse country. Rolling fields provide a backdrop for shooting clay pigeon and horseback riding. Highlights include swimming pool with cabana, lit tennis courts, heated greenhouse, whole house generator, 17 horse stall barn; main barn includes 2 tack rooms,2 heated wash stalls, feed room, office, groom's apartment, riding ring, dressage and jumping area 5 turnout pastures, 4 round pens. IMPORTANT SEE MLS#6210612 and MLS#6210613 FOR MORE PURCHASE OPTIONS.

Courtesy of RE/MAX Preferred West Chester

7111 Sheaff Lane in Fort Washington, PA

10 Bedrooms, 9 ½ Baths, 36,957 square feet

One of the most prominent estates in the Philadelphia area, this modern home of 37,000 sf was conceived by a world-renowned architect, and resides on nearly 29 exquisite acres. Set within an impressive stone courtyard, the main house offers museum-quality galleries and hallways suitable to display vast art collections, yet also perfect for a more casual and intimate lifestyle. Divided into three elegant wings, the interior maximizes views of the courtyard and exquisite grounds via floor-to-ceiling windows in all rooms and interior corridors facing the courtyard. The North Wing is devoted to the family, the East Wing is devoted to two Dining Rooms and the South wing is devoted to a heroic scale Living Room, Grand Foyer and Media room. A tower provides 360 degree views of the entire estate. The verdant grounds also hold a pavilion, as well as a scenic swimming pool complete with a poolhouse. 15' & 30' ceiling heights in certain rooms. This is a partial offering of MLS #6422283.

Courtesy of Long & Foster - Devon

Looking for a new luxury home in Bucks County? Call me today at 215-519-1399 or visit my website for more information.