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SUMMARY:First Thursday Literary Arts Salon - January 4th
DESCRIPTION:January 4\, 7-8:30 pm Freeman Hall\, 181 E. Court St\, Doylestown  \nFive wonderful writers read selections from their work followed by a relaxed discussion and light refreshments in Freeman Hall. Free to attend\, parking is available on site. \nMEET THE WRITERS:  \nJulie Cooper-Fratrik is a former Bucks County Poet Laureate with her MFA from Goddard/VT College\, winner of an Achievement Grant in Poetry from Leeway Foundation in Philadelphia\, and former Creative Fellow at the Psychiatric Center of Philadelphia. Julie is currently working on a manuscript of shorter contemplative poems with an unidentified speaker or speakers. \nDante del Vecchio is a poet\, artist\, and musician from Bucks County\, PA.  Born in a car on the Garden State Parkway\, and originally from Long Beach Island\, NJ\, Dante believes his early childhood (in a then unspoiled and undeveloped environment) led to a lifelong love of beauty and nature. Besides performing solo\, Dante belongs to the band\, Great Blue Buddha. He writes in a variety of styles and attributes his experience as a poet to a smooth transition to songwriting.   \nJennifer Nelson is a writer and teacher living in Bucks County. Last fall\, her book Teaching with Heart: Lessons Learned in a Classroom was published. She runs Your Stories\, a writing services company. She studied journalism at Columbia University and creative writing at Vermont College of Fine Arts. She’s a graduate of the University of California\, Berkeley.   \nDavid R. Roth’s debut novel\, The Femme Fatale Hypothesis\, was released by Regal House Publishing in November 2021. It was an INDIE Book of the Year finalist and won International Book Awards’ Best Literary Fiction. Driftwood Press has twice selected his stories as quarter-finalists in their Adrift Short Story Contest. Athe the event he will be reading from his second novel set in the fictional Pennsylvania river town of Marrsville\, The Gift of Death.   \nTara Tamburello is the current Poet Laureate of Bucks County and a past winner of the Bucks County Short Fiction Contest. Her writing has appeared in Ghost City Review\, Bone Parade\, Rust + Moth\, Menacing Hedge\, and other journals and anthologies. You can find more of her work at taratamburello.com. \n  \nLiterary Arts Salons are presented by the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County.  \nThe honoraria are donated in support of poetry and creative writing  by Mark Wisse and “The Lenel Education Fund.”
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/first-thursday-literary-arts-salon-january-4th/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Literary/Arts Salon
DESCRIPTION:First Thursday Literary/Arts Salon\nOctober 5\, 7-8:30 pm\nFreeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown \nFive wonderful poets and writers read selections from their work. Join us for a relaxed discussion and light refreshments in the parlor of Freeman Hall. Space is limited and parking is free! For reservations: programs@bucksarts.org. \nMEET THE ARTISTS: \nPoet/lyricist Arlene Geller’s poetry has appeared in Tiferet Journal\, White Enso\, and other literary journals. Two poetry collections\, The Earth Claims Her and Hear Her Voice\, were recently published\, respectively\, by Plan B Press and Kelsay Books. Choirs and soloists have sung her commissioned pieces\, including River Song\, featured in the world premiere of I Rise: Women in Song at Lehigh University and performed in numerous national and international locations. Please visit her at arlenegeller.com \nMary Jo LoBello Jerome is the author of the recently published book\, Torch the Empty Fields\, which was a finalist in the Women’s Voices Competition at Finishing Line Press. As a Poet Laureate of Bucks County\, she edited Fire Up the Poems\, an anthology of writing prompts for teachers\, released in 2021. Mary Jo was a poetry editor of Schuylkill Valley Journal\, holds an MFA in Creative Writing\, and has been published widely. Future events and more: maryjolobellojerome.com \nNew Hope writer J. A. Lagana is the author of the poetry collection\, Make Space. Her work has appeared in Atlanta Review\, Burningword Literary Journal\, Cider Press Review\, Heron Tree\, Rattle\, and elsewhere. A retired educator with an Ed.M. from Rutgers University\, she headed art\, English\, and music departments within the FRHSD for over two decades and is a founder and former co-editor of River Heron Review. More at jlagana.com \nAuthor of two poetry collections\, Eve Heads Back (2020) and Eve Would Know (2017)\, published by Kelsay Books\, Joanne Leva is an advocate for creative writing and community service. She is founder and executive director of the Montgomery County Poet Laureate Program (MCPL). Her poem\, “God Walks into a Bar\,” was featured in a Philadelphia Calligraphers’ Society Poetry Reading & Exhibit and companion publication entitled Scripta (July 2019). \nLynda Gene Rymond has been a finalist or runner-up for Bucks Poet Laureate for the past four years. Her work has been published in many journals\, including the Schuylkill Valley Journal\, Dillydown Review\, and Tiny Seed Journal. Her short story “Turn\, Turn” won the 2020 Pennwriters Competition. She also authored the children’s books The Village of Basketeers and Oscar and the Mooncats (Houghton Mifflin.) She lives and works on Goblin Farm in Applebachsville\, Pa. \nLiterary Arts Salons are presented by the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County. The honoraria are donated in support of poetry and creative writing by Mark Wisse and “The Lenel Education Fund.”
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/first-thursday-literary-arts-salon/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:BUCKS COUNTY WINE & ART TRAIL | RECEPTION & CLOSING WEEKEND
DESCRIPTION:BUCKS COUNTY WINE & ART TRAIL RECEPTION\, EXHIBITION & SALE\nCONTINUES THROUGH OCTOBER 1 \nReception\, September 29 | 5-8pm\nExhibition and Sale\, Saturday and Sunday\, September 30 and October 1 | Noon-4pm \nJoin us for a reception to celebrate the inaugural Bucks County Wine & Art Trail exhibition. Over 120 framed works are on display\, all of which capture the natural beauty of regional wineries. The show is an inspiration. \nAt the reception\, enjoy refreshments and entertainment in historic Freeman Hall. Rose Bank Winery\, Sand Castle Winery\, and Wycombe Vineyards will be there to pour your favorite regional wines. \nIf you can’t attend the reception\, please stop in for the final weekend of the show. \nFreeman Hall is located at 181 East Court Street in Doylestown.\nThere is free parking\, and the exhibition and reception are open to the public.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/bucks-county-wine-art-trail-reception-closing-weekend/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bucks County Wine & Art Trail Exhibition & Sale
DESCRIPTION:BUCKS COUNTY WINE & ART TRAIL EXHIBITION & SALE \nSeptember 9-10 | 10am-5pm \nArt Exhibition and Wine Tastings \nWeekends\, September 16-October 1 | noon-4pm \nClosing Reception\, September 29 | 5-8pm \nWine Tastings \nAlmost 60 regional artists who worked on the Bucks County Wine & Art Trail in 2022 will have their work in an in-person exhibition and sale at Freeman Hall in September 2023\, opening the weekend of the Doylestown Arts Festival. Their works capture the natural beauty of regional wineries; the show is sure to be an inspiration. \nFreeman Hall is located at 181 East Court Street in Doylestown\, PA. There is free parking\, and the exhibition is free and open to the public. \nThe work of these artists will be on display:\nAddie Hocynec\nAmanda Penecale\nAnita Nolan\nAnn Walker\nAnna Kitces\nBarbara Burdack\nBeth Schoenleber\nBonnie Vandenberg\nCarol Gilbert\nCheryl Bomba\nChristi Hetrick\nChristine Ochab- DiCostanzo\nCindy Roesinger\nClaire Goldenberg\nClifford Eberly\nDavid C. Page\nDenise Callanan-Kline\nDenise McDaniel\nDonald Schoenleber\nDot Bunn\nElise Dodeles\nElizabeth Page\nErick Kinsel\nFrancisco Silva\nHayley Kinsel\nHelen Lee Meyers\nHelena van Emmerik-Finn\nJane Ramsey\nJeanne Chesterton\nJoanMarie Palmer\nJoseph Marchetti\nJudith Nentwig\nKathie Jankauskas\nKristen Baker\nLisa Domenic\nLori Parsells\nLorraine Raywood\nLouise Fiore\nLynn Holl\nMegan Lawlor\nMichael Kuyper\nNancy E. Miller\nPat Proniewski\nPatrice DeVirgilis\nPearl Mintzer\nRenee Egan\nSandra Eliot\nSharlene Holliday\nSheila Mashaw\nStefanie Silverman\nSue Ann Rainey\nSusan Daily\nSusan Klinger\nSusan Margraff\nWilliam Martin \nGet details\, directions\, and learn about the participating wineries: https://www.bucksarts.org/wine-art/ \nLike and follow us:\n#bucksarts\n#buckscountyartists\n@bucksarts
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LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bucks County Wine & Art Trail Exhibition & Sale | Opening Weekend!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Bucks County Wine & Art Trail Exhibition & Sale! \nOver 60 regional artists have created paintings\, drawings\, and photographs inspired by Bucks County wineries. Enjoy almost 200 framed works of art in historic Freeman Hall. \nWe will host wine tastings opening weekend\, September 9-10\, from 10am-5pm. \nThe show and sale continue on weekends through October 1\, from noon to 4pm\, with a closing reception on September 29 from 5-8pm. \nThe exhibition is free and open to the public\, and there is ample parking available. \nFreeman Hall is located at 181 East Court Street in Doylestown\, PA. \nThe following artists have work in the exhibition: \nAddie Hocynec\nAmanda Penecale\nAnita Nolan\nAnn Walker\nAnna Kitces\nBarbara Burdack\nBeth Schoenleber\nBonnie Vandenberg\nCarol Gilbert\nCheryl Bomba\nChristi Hetrick\nChristine Ochab- DiCostanzo\nCindy Roesinger\nClaire Goldenberg\nClifford Eberly\nDavid C. Page\nDenise Callanan-Kline\nDenise McDaniel\nDonald Schoenleber\nDot Bunn\nElise Dodeles\nElizabeth Page\nErick Kinsel\nFrancisco Silva\nHayley Kinsel\nHelen Lee Meyers\nHelena van Emmerik-Finn\nJane Ramsey\nJeanne Chesterton\nJoanMarie Palmer\nJoseph Marchetti\nJudith Nentwig\nKathie Jankauskas\nKristen Baker\nLisa Domenic\nLori Parsells\nLorraine Raywood\nLouise Fiore\nLynn Holl\nMegan Lawlor\nMichael Kuyper\nNancy E. Miller\nPat Proniewski\nPatrice DeVirgilis\nPearl Mintzer\nRenee Egan\nSandra Eliot\nSharlene Holliday\nSheila Mashaw\nStefanie Silverman\nSue Ann Rainey\nSusan Daily\nSusan Klinger\nSusan Margraff\nWilliam Martin \nFeatured Image: Sue Ann Rainey\, “Tucking the Vines\,” detail. This piece is featured on one of the limited edition notecards being distributed to those who get the Wine & Art Trail Passport app. This exhibition is the last stop! Learn more.  \nQuestions? info@bucksarts.org.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/bucks-county-wine-art-trail-exhibition-sale-opening-weekend/
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SUMMARY:ART SALON: Artists Meet & Share
DESCRIPTION:A summertime evening Meet & Share! Bring a friend. Free\, open to all.\n– Bring a piece in progress or a recently completed art piece to share. All mediums welcome.\n– Be a part of a friendly and casual gathering where artists can engage in conversations about their creative process.\n– Exchange ideas\, share art techniques/materials and inspire each other!\n– This is not a critique. \nPre-registration encouraged at programs@bucksarts.org. \nThis event will take place at Freeman Hall\, 181 E Court Street\, Doylestown. Free parking is available.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/art-salon-artists-meet-share/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:JULY 6 LIT/ARTS SALON: Interactive Poetry with No River Twice
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a different kind of poetry reading— one where audience interaction determines the direction of the reading. No River Twice is a performance group of regional poets who offer dynamic\, playful\, collaborative readings that are always surprising for audience and poets alike. There’s no telling where we will start or end—but together we make a poem of it! \nFreeman Hall\, 181 E Court St\, Doylestown 7-8:30pm.  \nPre-registration required at programs@bucksarts.org. \nMore info at www.norivertwice.org
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/july-6-lit-arts-salon-interactive-poetry-with-no-river-twice/
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SUMMARY:R.E.D. Show: Artists Share Their Where | Exhibition & Sale | Weekends through June 25
DESCRIPTION:Join the regional arts community for an exhibition and sale of over 200 framed and matted works\, focused on sense of place. Enjoy the intimate and historic setting at Freeman Hall. \nArtist talks\, plein air artists\, and special events are scheduled for the run of the show. \nWeekends through June 25\, 11am-4pm. Other hours by appointment: email exhibitions@bucksarts.org. \nThis exhibition is free and open to the public\, and street parking is available. \n 
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/r-e-d-show-artists-share-their-where-exhibition-sale/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:R.E.D. Show: Artists Share Their Where | Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the A&C on Friday June 2 from 5-8pm for a members reception for the R.E.D. Show: “Artists Share Their Where.” \nLight refreshments\, entertainment\, and historic Freeman Hall filled with 2D and 3D works by over 70 regional artists. \nThe exhibition runs weekends through June 25\, 11am-4pm. \nThe event is free\, open to the public\, and there is street parking available. \n  \n 
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LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Literary & Arts Salon | Celebrate 30 Days of Inspiration
DESCRIPTION:First Thursday Literary & Arts Salon \nMay 4\, 7 pm at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown \nDon’t miss this salon featuring poets and artists whose work is paired in this year’s 30 Days of Inspiration project!\nJoin us for a relaxed discussion and light refreshments in the parlor of Freeman Hall. Space is limited and parking is free!\nFor reservations\, email: programs@bucksarts.org.                                                    \nMEET THE ARTISTS: \nCheryl Bomba became involved with photography as a special education teacher when she bought one of the first digital cameras to take portraits of her students with autism. Her interests are capturing small moments in nature\, architecture\, and sculpture and helping other photographers achieve their artistic visions through iPhonography classes.  \nJoseph Chelius was the 2000 Bucks County poet laureate\, and in 2017 was the first place winner of the inaugural Bucks County Short Story competition.  Joe’s work has appeared in Cider Press Review\, Commonweal\, Poet Lore\, Poetry East\, Rattle\, and other journals.  He has published two full-length collections of poems with WordTech Communications: The Art of Acquiescence (2014) and Crossing State Lines (2020). \nLuray Gross\, a storyteller and teaching artist as well as a poet\, is the author of four collections of poetry\, most recently Lift\, published by Ragged Sky Press.  She grew up on a dairy farm in Bucks Co. in a household rich in books and music.  Reading poetry helped her survive adolescence\, and poetry has helped keep her sane ever since.  \nSean Hanrahan (he/him/his) is a gay Philadelphia poet hailing from Dale City\, Virginia. He is the author of Hardened Eyes on the Scan\, Safer Behind Popcorn\, and Gay Cake. He has taught classes on chapbook creation and ekphrastic poetry and has hosted various poetry events\, including a bimonthly series for Moonstone. \nGun-Marie Nalsen writes\, “I am a long time weaver and fiber artist. Needle felting\, punch needle\, tapestry and rug hooking\, have been my most used media until about a year ago when I started experimenting with watercolors. To my delight I discovered that using watercolors is very similar to needle felting with wool. It has the same process of layering translucent colors\, it feels playful and spontaneous.” \nFrancisco Silva writes\, “I am a painter who works mainly in oils. My home studio is located in the small town of Frenchtown\, New Jersey\, on the Delaware River. In my artwork\, I examine different themes preferring to draw from my personal experiences and my reaction to those experiences.” \nWendy Fulton Steginsky has authored three books of poetry. She attributes her love for the art form to growing up on the shores of Bermuda where the sea’s rhythms seeped into her bones and stayed. Her book\, “Let This Be Enough” (Kelsay Books\, 2016) won Honorable Mention in Bermuda’s 2018 Literary Awards. \n\nLiterary Arts Salons are presented by the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County. The honoraria are donated in support of poetry and creative writing by Mark Wisse and “The Lenel Education Fund.” \n 
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/first-thursday-literary-arts-salon-celebrate-30-days-of-inspiration/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:A&C First Thursday Literary Arts Salon
DESCRIPTION:First Thursday Literary Arts Salon March 2\, 2023 \n7-8:30 pm at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown. \nFeaturing five wonderful writers: Liz Chang\, Joseph Chelius\, Grant Clauser\, Lynn Fanok\, and Elizabeth Luciano. \nWriters will read selections from their work followed by a relaxed discussion and Q & A session and light refreshments in the parlor at Freeman Hall. \nBooks will be available for sale.  \nFor reservations email: programs@bucksarts.org \nMEET THE ARTISTS: \nLiz Chang was 2012 Montgomery County Poet Laureate in Pennsylvania. Her poems have appeared in Verse Daily\, Exit 7\, Breakwater Review and Stoneboat Literary Journal\, among others. Her chapbook Museum of Things is forthcoming from Finishing Line Press in 2023. Chang’s translation of Claude de Burine’s poetry is anthologized in Paris in Our View from l’Association des Amis de Shakespeare Company. She is Visiting Assistant Professor of Creative Writing at Moravian University. \nJoseph Chelius was the 2000 Bucks County poet laureate\, and in 2017 was the first place winner of the inaugural Bucks County Short Story competition. Joe’s work has appeared in Cider Press Review\, Commonweal\, Poet Lore\, Poetry East\, Rattle\, and other journals. He has published two full-length collections of poems with WordTech Communications: The Art of Acquiescence (2014) and Crossing State Lines (2020). \nGrant Clauser is the author of five books\, most recently Muddy Dragon on the Road to Heaven (winner of the Codhill Press Poetry Award). He’s a past Poet Laureate of Montgomery County. Poems have appeared in The American Poetry Review\, Greensboro Review\, Kenyon Review\, and other journals. He works as an editor and teaches at Rosemont College. \nLynn Fanok spent her childhood in New Jersey\, and has lived in Bucks County for over twenty-five years. Her new book of poetry\, Bread and Fumes\, explores the cultural influences of her father’s Ukrainian heritage\, and the challenges of being the daughter of a Nazi labor camp survivor. Her poetry appears in Painted Bride Quarterly\, Tiny Seed Journal\, Schuylkill Valley Journal\, Red Wolf Press\, and tiny wren lit. Lynn lives with her husband in Bucks County\, Pennsylvania. \nElizabeth Luciano grew up on the Jersey Shore and earned a BA and an MFA from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. After spending some time working as a journalist and public relations specialist\, she changed careers and became an educator. She has worked at Bucks County Community College since 2004\, teaching all levels of composition. She is also the director of the Bucks County Short Fiction contests. Her work has been published in the Boston Globe\, the Philadelphia Inquirer\, and Seventeen Magazine\, among others. \nLiterary Arts Salons are presented by the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County. The Honoraria are donated in support of poetry and creative writing by Mark Wisse and The Lenel Education Fund. 
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SUMMARY:Become Echo Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Come to the launch of Robbin Farr’s poetry book\, Become Echo\, and enjoy getting together with other poetry lovers over refreshments and conversation. Robbin will read from her book and answer any questions about the poems or her publishing experience. The free launch event will be held on Sunday\, February 26 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street Doylestown. Parking is free and plentiful. Reservations are required due to space limitations.Send your reservation request to programs@bucksarts.org. Masks are optional.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/become-echo-book-launch/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Council Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T203000
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SUMMARY:First Thursdays: ART CHAT | New Faces\, New Works at Freeman Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join the A&C for a Board Meet & Greet and an informal Art Share. Meet our newest board members\, Christina Galagarza\, Clifford Eberly\, Gene Underwood\, Carol Gilbert\, and Ashara Shapiro. See their latest works\, works in progress\, and sketches for new pieces. Enjoy some light refreshments and some inspiring conversation in a historic setting. \nWe are limiting attendance to be mindful about Covid. Advance registration is required: info@bucksarts.org. \nFreeman Hall is located at 181 East Court Street in Doylestown\, PA. Parking is free\, and there is no fee to participate. \nThe event will be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. \nSALEM UCC\, FREEMAN HALL\, & COVID: We follow CDC and local and state COVID-safety recommendations. Wearing a face-mask is recommended but optional\, and we expect all who are eligible\, to be vaccinated. Those with flu-like symptoms or who have recently tested positive for COVID should stay home.  \nQuestions? info@bucksarts.org
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/first-thursdays-art-chat-new-faces-new-works-at-freeman-hall/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T203000
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SUMMARY:Literary Arts Salon: January 5 at 7pm
DESCRIPTION:Our 2023 First Thursday series opens with a Literary Art Salon on January 5\, 2023 at 7 pm at Freeman Hall 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown. \nRobbin Farr\, Ethel Rackin\, and Roy Smith will read selections from their work followed by a Q & A session and light refreshments in the parlor at Freeman Hall. Books will be available for sale.   \nSeating is limited and free parking is available. \nReservations are required at info@bucksarts.org. \nMEET THE ARTISTS: \nRobbin Farr\, poet and essayist\, lives and writes in Doylestown\, where she lives with her patient husband and their cat\, Charlie who is prone to snort at the occasional poetic line. She is a founder and co-editor of River Heron Review\, an online poetry journal\, publishing and supporting poets from across the globe. When not writing poetry or editing\, you will find Robbin volunteering for the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County. Her poetry has been published in various journals\, including Panoply\, Sky Island\, Atlanta Review\, 2River View and others. Her book\, Become Echo (Atmosphere Press)\, is launching next month. Learn more about Robbin at robbinfarr.com. \nEthel Rackin is the author of three books of poetry: The Forever Notes (Parlor Press\, 2013); Go On (Parlor Press\, 2016); and Evening (Furniture Press\, 2017). Her new teaching text is Crafting Poems and Stories: A Guide to Creative Writing (Broadview Press\, 2022). Her writing has appeared in the American Poetry Review\, Colorado Review\, Kenyon Review\, New England Review\, Poetry Daily\, Verse Daily\, Volt\, and other journals. A MacDowell fellow\, she is a professor of English at Bucks County Community College\, where she directs the Bucks County Poet Laureate Program and the Wordsmiths Reading Series. \nRoy W. Smith runs a monthly poetry round table gathering at Prallsville Mills Stockton New Jersey and has been a long time organizer and MC of multiple poetry events in Bucks county and New Jersey. He believes strongly that poetry should be nurtured in a creative\, friendly space.  Roy has been published in River Heron Review\, Philadelphia stories\, Apiary\, Karla’s thirteen New Hope Poets and the Bucks County Herald and also Radius magazine as well as Phantom Billstickers cafe reader out of New Zealand among others.  \nThe honoraria are donated in support of poetry and creative writing by Mark Wisse and the Lenel Education Fund.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/literary-art-salon-january-5-at-7pm/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T203000
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SUMMARY:A&C LITERARY ARTS SALON
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a LITERARY ARTS SALON on October 6\, 2022\, at 7 pm at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, featuring four wonderful writers: Chad Frame\, Patricia Goodrich\, Lynn Miller\, and Julie Standig. Presented by the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County. \nAll four writers will read selections from their work followed by a relaxed discussion\, Q & A session\, and light refreshments. Books will be available for sale. Seating is limited and free parking is available. Reservations are required. If weather permits\, the salon will be held on the front porch\, if not\, we will be in the parlor at Freeman Hall and will follow any covid protocols of Freeman Hall. Masks are recommended and appreciated. \nFor reservations email info@bucksarts.org. \nMEET THE ARTISTS: \nChad Frame is the author of Little Black Book (2022\, Finishing Line Press)\, Director of the Montgomery County Poet Laureate Program\, a Poet Laureate Emeritus of Montgomery County\, PA\, Poetry Editor of Ovunque Siamo\, and founder of the Caesura Poetry Festival and Retreat. His work has appeared in Rattle\, Pedestal\, Barrelhouse\, Rust+Moth\, and elsewhere\, including on iTunes from the Library of Congress\, and was sent to the moon as part of the Lunar Codex Project. \nPatricia Goodrich is a poet and visual artist. She has been featured reader at writers’ conferences in Slovenia\, Lithuania\, and Russia\, and at the Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival\, USA  She has received Pennsylvania Fellowships in Poetry and Creative Nonfiction. Stone Hunting in Transylvania\, Woman With A Wandering Eye\, How the Moose Got To Be\, Verda’s House\, and Red Mud are among Goodrich’s books of poems. Her poetry has been translated into Chinese\, Finnish\, French\, Lithuanian\, Slovenian\, and Romanian. .  The River Place\, a volume in collaboration with Romanian poet Ioan Hadarig will be published August\, 2022 \nLynn Miller is Professor Emeritus of Political Science\, Temple University. He is the author of a number of books and articles on world politics. Books include Organizing Mankind and Global Order: Values and Power in International Politics. His 2010 novel is Crossing the Line. He is the co-author (with Lloyd Jensen) of Global Challenge\, (with Annette H. Emgarth) of French Philadelphia\, (with James McClelland) of City in a Park\, and (with Therese Dolan) of Salut! France Meets Philadelphia: The French Presence in Philadelphia’s History\, Culture\, and Art\, which was published by Temple University Press in November\, 2020. His memoir\, Postcards from Delphi\, is now available from the author. \nA lifetime New Yorker\, Julie Standig now writes with two amazing poetry groups\, Marie Kane’s KT and the Stalwart Poets. She has been published in Alehouse Press\, Sadie Girl Press\, After Happy Hour Review\, Schuylkill Journal Review\, US1 Poets/Del Val\, Gyroscope Review as well as online journals. Her first chapbook\, Memsahib Memoir was released by Plan B Press in 2017 and an upcoming collection\, The Forsaken Little Black Book will be released Fall 2022 by Kelsay Books. She lives in Bucks County with her husband and their springer spaniel. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/ac-literary-arts-salon/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fall Salon Show - Closing Weekend - Celebrate Visual and Literary Arts
DESCRIPTION:Doors are open in Doylestown for another fantastic art exhibition and sale\, coupled with an opportunity to meet local writers and illustrators. \nJoin the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County on October 1 and 2 from noon to 4pm for the closing of the Fall Salon Member Show at Freeman Hall on East Court Street in Doylestown. Stop in to see a stunning exhibition featuring the work of over 125 regional artists – 250 paintings\, drawings\, prints\, photographs\, mixed media works\, sculptures\, handmade books\, ceramics\, jewelry\, and more. Visitors to the show continue to comment on the variety of work exhibited\, the breadth of local talent on display\, and the historic setting that invites guests to linger and enjoy the work. \nThe Fall Salon Show is also a fabulous opportunity for collectors\, all of whom are invited to see the show and support local artists by making a purchase. Framed as well as matted works are available for sale. \nIn addition\, on Sunday\, October 2 from 1 to 3 pm\, the Arts & Cultural Council will host local authors signing and selling their books\, as well as book illustrators showcasing their work. Book genres include fiction\, non-fiction\, travel-memoir\, children’s books\, and poetry. Join us and connect with these A&C member literary and visual artists: Joe Chelius\, Julie Fratrik\, Jane Mohler\, Margaret Montet\, Bernadette McBride\, Steve Nolan\, David Roth\, Bill Wunder\, Patricia Goodrich\, Julie Standig\, Bill Hemmig\, Marie Kane\, and Deborah Hoeffner. Robbin Farr\, a member of the A&C Literary Arts Committee\, said\, “This is a great opportunity to meet local authors and talk to them about their work\, their inspiration\, and their style.” \nFreeman Hall is located at 181 East Court Street in Doylestown PA. There is free parking\, and the historic building is accessible.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/fall-salon-show-closing-weekend-celebrate-visual-and-literary-arts/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T160000
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SUMMARY:A&C FALL SALON MEMBER EXHIBITION AND SALE
DESCRIPTION:125+ regional artists submitted a fabulous variety of work for the A&C upcoming Fall Salon Member Show. \nDrawings\, paintings\, prints\, ceramics\, jewelry\, sculpture\, and more will grace the rooms of historic Freeman Hall from September 10 – October 2. Framed and portfolio (matted) pieces will be available. \nPlein air painters will be on site every weekend to inspire the community. \nMARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! This show will be a fabulous opportunity for artists and collectors\, all of whom are invited to see the show and support local artists by making a purchase. \nThe exhibition and programs are free and open to the public. \nFreeman Hall is located at 181 East Court Street in Doylestown. Free parking is available. Stop in Arts Fest weekend to see the show\, then walk a few blocks to the Festival – we will also have a booth #15 on West State Street featuring the work of some of our members. \nDetails and hours at www.bucksarts.org/fallsalon \nQuestions? info@bucksarts.org.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/ac-fall-salon-member-show/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T203000
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SUMMARY:LITERARY ARTS SALON at Freeman Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a LITERARY ARTS SALON on August 4\, 2022\, at 7 pm at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, featuring four distinctive writers and poets: Dante Del Vecchio\, Patricia Goodrich\, Cleveland Wall\, and Bill Wunder. Presented by the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County. \nAll four writers will read selections from their work followed by a relaxed discussion\, Q & A session\, and light refreshments. Books will be available for sale. Seating is limited and free parking is available. Reservations are required. Weather permitting\, the salon will be held on the front porch\, if not\, we will be in the parlor at Freeman Hall and will follow the covid protocols of Freeman Hall. \nFor reservations email info@bucksarts.org.  \nMEET THE ARTISTS:\nDante del Vecchio is a poet\, singer/songwriter and painter. He is the former winner of the student poetry contest at Bucks County Community College and former editor of the Literary magazine at the college. He has been published in various small presses and university publications. He is also a former finalist for the Bucks County Poet Laureate contest. \nPatricia Goodrich is a poet and visual artist. She has been featured reader at writers’ conferences in Slovenia\, Lithuania\, and Russia\, and at the Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival\, USA She has received Pennsylvania Fellowships in Poetry and Creative Nonfiction. Stone Hunting in Transylvania\, Woman With A Wandering Eye\, How the Moose Got To Be\, Verda’s House\, and Red Mud are among Goodrich’s books of poems. Her poetry has been translated into Chinese\, Finnish\, French\, Lithuanian\, Slovenian\, and Romanian. . The River Place\, a volume in collaboration with Romanian poet Ioan Hadarig will be published August\, 2022. \nCleveland Wall is a poet\, teaching artist\, and librarian in Bethlehem\, PA. She performs with interactive poetry troupe No River Twice and with musical combo The Starry Eyes. She is the author of Let X=X and many small\, hand-made chapbooks. Current obsessions include dream life\, embodied poetics\, ephemeral art\, and the power of persistent\, incremental change. \nBill Wunder’s poem\, “’Looking Through Old Family Photographs was chosen as a co-winner for First Prize in the 2022 Allen Ginsberg Poetry Awards. He is a poet\, editor and the author of four volumes of poetry. Bill’s book\, Hand’s Turning the Earth was a national finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards. He is a two-time Pushcart Nominee\, and a former Poet Laureate of Bucks County\, Pa. His newest volume of Poetry is Welcome to Paradise\, New and Selected Poems. Bill’s poems are widely published\, and recently\, some of his work became a permanent part of a Living Anthology on War Memories published in Revue LISA (Le Mans\, France). A Vietnam veteran\, Bill served as Poetry Editor of The Schuylkill Valley Journal (Philadelphia\, Pa.) for ten years.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/literary-arts-salon-at-freeman-hall/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220717T170000
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SUMMARY:R.E.D.—Reimagine\, Explore\, Discover: Henry Mercer and His Innovations | Online and in-person\, June 3-July 17
DESCRIPTION:ART EXHIBITION \nThe R.E.D. exhibition features the work of over 70 regional artists that explore or reflect Mercer’s actual creations as well as his passion for nature\, craft making\, tools\, storytelling\, history\, travel\, and innovation. Enjoy an exhibition that pushes boundaries and explores new ways to celebrate art\, sciences\, and art-making as Mercer did. Framed and portfolio pieces in a variety of mediums are available for sale. There is no charge to attend the exhibition or event programs. \nGALLERY SCHEDULE\nFreeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\nJune 3 | Reception\, 5-8pm\nJune 4 | 10am-5pm\nJune 5 | 11am-5pm\nJune 11-12 | noon-4pm\nJune 25-26 | noon-4pm\nJuly 9-10 | noon-4pm\nJuly 16-17 | 11am-4pm \nOther hours by appointment | Email info@bucksarts.org \nONLINE 24/7\nhttps://www.bucksarts.org/red/
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/r-e-d-reimagine-explore-discover-henry-mercer-and-his-innovations-online-and-in-person-june-3-july-17/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T170000
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SUMMARY:R.E.D. Exhibition and Event | Opening Weekend at Freeman Hall\, The TileWorks\, and Fonthill Castle
DESCRIPTION:Join the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County for an inspiring weekend of arts events in celebration of the spirit of Henry Mercer.  \n Opening weekend events include the R.E.D. exhibition and reception at Freeman Hall\, plein air painting\, gallery talks\, walking tours\, family activities\, tile talks\, TileWorks and Fonthill tours\, a fine art wet sale\, and more. A “RED Innovators” passport will ensure that visitors who attend events at Freeman Hall\, Fonthill\, and The TileWorks throughout the weekend will receive a commemorative tile. Artist gallery talks and plein air days will continue Saturdays at Freeman Hall through the run of the show. “A Closer Look” programming will cap off the show during closing weekend\, July 16-17. \nAll events are free and open to the public. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS\nFriday June 3\nPassport pick up at Freeman Hall \n\nR.E.D. Exhibition opens at Freeman Hall*\n5-8pm | R.E.D. Reception at Freeman Hall\nPresentation of Fine Art /Fine Craft Awards\n\nSaturday June 4\nPassport pick up at Freeman Hall or The TileWorks \n\n9am-3:30pm | Plein air painting at The TileWorks\, Fonthill Castle\, and Freeman Hall*\n10am-5pm | R.E.D. Exhibition at Freeman Hall*\n10am-noon | Artist gallery talks at Freeman Hall*\nNoon-1pm | Meet at Freeman Hall for a walking tour to The TileWorks; stop at Fonthill for a guided tour of Fonthill grounds*\n12:20 – The Fonthill portion of the program will begin and end at the Fonthill Castle Welcome Center. Following the tour guide’s discussion about Fonthill Castle\, the group will move on their own to the next stop of the tour.\n1-3pm | Artist gallery talks at Freeman Hall*\n2-4pm | Family activities and TileWorks Tours at The TileWorks*\n4-5pm | Plein air “wet sale” at The TileWorks*\n\n Sunday June 5\nPassport pick up at Freeman Hall or The TileWorks \n\n11am-5pm | R.E.D. Exhibition at Freeman Hall*.\n11am-5pm | Plein air painting at The TileWorks\, Fonthill Castle\, and Freeman Hall\n11am-noon | Meet at The TileWorks for a walking tour to Freeman Hall; stop at Fonthill for a guided tour of Fonthill grounds*\n11:20 – The Fonthill portion of the program will begin and end at the Fonthill Castle Welcome Center. Following the tour guide’s discussion about Fonthill Castle\, the group will move on their own to the next stop of the tour.\nNoon-1pm | Bible in Tile talk at Salem UCC | Janet Ogelby*\n1-2pm | Four Seasons fireplace talk at Freeman Hall | Vance Koehler*\n2-3pm | Artist gallery talks at Freeman Hall*\n3-5pm | Passport tile pick up at Freeman Hall\n\n\n*R.E.D. Passport: Get Stamped!\nGet your Passport stamped at events throughout opening weekend. Visitors who attend six R.E.D. programs may pick up their passport gift at Freeman Hall from 3-5pm on June 5. \nSaturday July 16 “A Closer Look” \n\n11am-4pm | Artist talks and plein air painting at Freeman Hall\n\nSunday July 17 “A Closer Look” \n\n11am-4pm | Artist talks and plein air painting at Freeman Hall\n3-4pm | “The Private Henry Mercer” at the Mercer Museum | Cory Amsler\nSpace is limited. Please register in advance to avoid disappointment: https://bit.ly/37PHV4k
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/r-e-d-exhibition-and-event-opening-weekend-at-freeman-hall-the-tileworks-and-fonthill-castle/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:“30 Days of Inspiration” Literary Arts Salon | April 7 at Freeman Hall
DESCRIPTION:You are invited!\n“30 Days of Inspiration” Literary Arts Salon\nApril 7\, 7-8:30 pm \nJoin us for a relaxed discussion and question and answer session among poets\, artists\, and audience in the public rooms at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, Pa. \nParticipating in this upcoming salon are fine artists Jean Burdick\, Cindy Roesinger\, and Stefanie Silverman\, and poets Elizabeth Esris\, Alice Sims Gunzenhauser\, and Steve Nolan. \nArtists and poets will read and discuss their work featured in “30 Days of Inspiration\,” the Art & Cultural Council of Bucks County’s social media campaign featuring a poem matched with an artwork for every day in April in honor of National Poetry Month.  \nSeating is limited. Email info@bucksarts.org to register in advance.  \nThere is no fee for this program\, but donations are welcomed. You do not have to be a member of the A&C to attend. \nFollow “30 Days” @bucksarts. \nPlease note: We take health and safety seriously and follow the building’s rules. Currently Freeman Hall follows CDC and local and state COVID-safety recommendations. Wearing a face mask is optional and we expect all to be vaccinated. We respond quickly to this ever-changing situation and will tighten or loosen restrictions if or when necessary.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/30-days-of-inspiration-literary-arts-salon-april-7-at-freeman-hall/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T190000
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SUMMARY:A&C Literary Arts Salon | February 17 at 7 pm
DESCRIPTION:Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County presents a LITERARY ARTS SALON on February 17\, 2022\, at 7 pm at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, featuring Nicole Steinberg\, 2021 Bucks County Poet Laureate; Lynn Levin\, 2021 Bucks County Short Fiction Prize winner; Steve Nolan\, writer and poet; Bill Hemmig\, novelist; and Jennifer Nelson\, memoirist. \nWriters will read selections from their work followed by a Q & A session and light refreshments in the parlor at Freeman Hall. Books will be available for sale. Masks are required in Freeman Hall and we require that attendees be vaccinated\, all for the safety of everyone. Seating is limited and free parking is available. \nFor reservations email info@bucksarts.org. \nMEET THE ARTISTS: \nNicole Steinberg is the author of Glass Actress (Furniture Press Books\, 2017); Getting Lucky (Spooky Girlfriend Press\, 2013); four chapbooks\, including Fat Dreams (Barrelhouse\, 2018); and the editor of Forgotten Borough: Writers Come to Terms with Queens (SUNY Press\, 2011). Her work has been featured in the New York Times\, Newsweek\, Flavorwire\, and Hyperallergic. Recently\, she was named the 2021 Bucks County Poet Laureate. She lives in Newtown and can be found at nicolesteinberg.net. \nBill Hemmig’s novella\, Brethren Hollow\, is published by Read Furiously. His short stories appear in Read Furiously’s two Life in the Garden State anthologies\, The World Takes and Stay Salty\, as well as in The Madison Review\, Philadelphia Stories\, and cc&d. He is a three-time finalist in the New Millennium Writing awards. By day he is Dean of Learning Resources and Online Learning at Bucks County Community College. \nJennifer Nelson runs Your Stories\, a memoir writing company in Bucks County\, and teaches memoir writing at Delaware Valley University and Bucks County Community College. For more than 15 years\, Jennifer taught French in public and private high schools and stories about the challenges and joys of working with adolescents form the basis of Waiting for the Bell\, forthcoming in 2023. Jennifer has worked as a journalist for Bloomberg\, McGraw-Hill\, and the Home News. \nLynn Levin received the 2021 Bucks County Short Fiction Prize for her story “Tell Us about Your Experience.”  A poet\, writer\, translator\, and teacher\, she is also the 1999 Bucks County Poet Laureate. Levin’s short stories have appeared in The Satirist\, The Saturday Evening Post\, Cleaver\, Amarillo Bay\, and The Broadkill Review. Her most recent poetry collection\, The Minor Virtues was named one of Spring 2020’s best books by The Philadelphia Inquirer. She teaches at Drexel University. Website: lynnlevinpoet.com. \nSteve Nolan spent 30 years in the military and 25 years as a mental health professional. He has published in numerous journals and his poetry was featured on National Public Radio\, Morning Edition\, upon his return from Afghanistan in 2007. He is the author of “Go Deep\,” “Base Camp\,” and “American Carnage\, An Officer’s Duty to Warn.” His work reflects his commitment to social justice.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/ac-literary-arts-salon-january-20-at-7-pm/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Small Works at Freeman Hall | Now-January 31
DESCRIPTION:SMALL WORKS AT FREEMAN HALL features over 70 regional  artists showing small works (and some larger pieces) in a variety of mediums and styles ready for purchase for gift giving and collecting.\nAll January Open House events have been canceled due to the pandemic surge. Interested collectors are invited to make an individual appointment to see works in person by emailing info@bucksarts.org. \nONLINE 24/7\nDecember 1\, 2021 – January 31\, 2022\nhttps://www.bucksarts.org/smallworks/\nCollectors make purchases directly from artists\, and pick up work at Freeman Hall. \nFreeman Hall is located at\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA. Masks are required\, and free parking is available. \n 
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/small-works-at-freeman-hall-december-1-january-31/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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SUMMARY:FIRST TIME EVENT: A Reading by Literary Artist Members
DESCRIPTION:Join the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County for the first in-person reading by six member writer-artists. The free event\, open to the public\, will take place at Freeman Hall on November 4 from 7 to 8:30 PM. Readers include the current 2020 Bucks County Laureate\, Jane Mohler\, Poets Laureate Terence Culleton (1993) and Bernadette McBride (2009)\, novelist David Roth\, and poets Tom Mallouk and MaryAnn L. Miller. They will be sharing current and favorite work with the audience after which there will be a short talk-back session among the writers and the audience. Writers will also bring copies of their books which will be for sale. \nFreeman Hall\, our new event and meeting venue\, is located at 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown. There is parking on the premises and on Court Street. Admission is free. Donations are always welcome and help support the Art Council’s endeavors to bring arts events to the public. \nMasks will be required and we request that only vaccinated people attend. The number of guests will be limited to 20 due to Covid concerns. We will follow the best guidance at the time of the reading. If you wish to attend this first reading\, please contact Robbin Farr at Robbinfarr@gmail.com to reserve your seat.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/first-time-event-a-reading-by-literary-artist-members/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T080000
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SUMMARY:CALL TO ARTISTS!  Small Works at Freeman Hall | Submit work October 26 - November 12
DESCRIPTION:CALL TO ARTISTS!\nProspectus and registration available at https://www.bucksarts.org/smallworks/ \nA&C member artists are invited to submit two pieces to this online and in-person exhibition\, opening December 1 and running through January 31.\n• Collectors may view works online and in-person\, and make purchases directly from artists in time for the holidays\n• 2D works and relief sculptures in any medium or style (read: hang on a wall)\n• Art not to exceed 8 x 10 inches\, exclusive of frame\n• Limit 82 participants\, 12 of whom may submit works up to 16 x 20\n• Register online October 26 – November 12\n• Drop off November 15 from 3-7 pm\nNot a member? Join now at https://www.bucksarts.org/join-us/\nQuestions? info@bucksarts.org
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/call-to-artists-get-ready-submit-work-beginning-october-26/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211023T190000
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SUMMARY:“A Closer Look” Open House at Freeman Hall | October 23\, 10am - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a special day that celebrates the accomplishments of artists in the Fall Salon Member Show. \nBeginning at 10 am: Plein Air Painting\nArtists will be painting en plein air on the lawn or porch\, rain or shine! \n\nNancy Miller\nSue Ann Rainey\nBeth Schoenleber\nMegan Lawlor\nCarol Gilbert\nChristine Ochab-DiCostanzo\nAnd more!\n\n10am-7pm: Gallery Talks\nShort\, impromptu\, up close\, and personal conversations with the artists about their works. \n\nDiane Levell\, photographer- 10 am\nLisa Domenic\, fine artist – noon\nLynn Miller\, abstract artist – 2 pm\nGene Underwood\, painter – 4 pm\nJeanne Chesterton\, realist traditions – 6 pm\nA&C members who are gallery sitting that day will also be available to talk about their work.\n\nThis program is free and open to the public; no registration required. \nMore info at bucksarts.org. \nImage credit: Helena van Emmerik-Finn sets up an easel at Peddlers Village in fall 2020 for the A&C Wish You Were Here show.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/a-closer-look-open-house-at-freeman-hall-october-23-10am-7pm/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211016T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T235920
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SUMMARY:"A Closer Look" Open House at Freeman Hall | October 16\, 10am-7pm
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a special day that celebrates the accomplishments of artists in the Fall Salon Member Show. \nBeginning at 10 am: Plein Air Painting\nArtists will be painting en plein air on the lawn or porch\, rain or shine! \n\nAngela Pannone\nElena Maksina\nSandra Eliot\nMegan Lawlor\nHelene Mazur\nSusan Roberts\nAnd more!\n\n10am-7pm: Gallery Talks\nShort\, impromptu\, up close\, and personal conversations with the artists about their works. \n\nJohn Benigno\, photographer – noon\nArmor Keller\, abstract artist – 2 pm\nDeb Hoeffner\, fine artist and illustrator – 4 pm\nA&C members who are gallery sitting that day will also be available to talk about their work.\n\nThis program is free and open to the public; no registration required. \nMore info at bucksarts.org. \nImage credit: Deb Hoeffner will talk about her new book\, “Trucker: The True Story of a Hero Colt.”
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/a-closer-look-open-house-at-freeman-hall-october-16-10am-7pm/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210926T140000
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SUMMARY:Carta Books | Handmade Bookbinding Demo at Freeman Hall | September 26\, 1-2pm
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the process of handmade bookbinding with Mindy of CartaBooks. Mindy\, a Bucks County resident\, has been a bookbinder for more than 13 years. She learned the basics of her craft at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. She will discuss her methods as she shows you how her blank books and journals are made\, from details about the raw materials and her inspirations to the various binding methods she uses and her final work.\nSunday\, Sept 26th at Freeman Hall (181 East Court St\, Doylestown\, PA) from 1pm to 2pm.\nAdmission is free. \nSee the Fall Salon Members Show when you are there. \nOther Book Fest Events this weekend include: \n\nSaturday\, September 25 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. – Book signing. Authors will bring their books for sale and signing. Poets\, novelists\, and a book illustrator look forward to talking to you about their process.\nFriday\, September 24 from 5-7 P.M. – joeyfivecents. Susan Forker brings her one-of -a-kind jewelry pieces to our community center. joeyfivecents jewelry features original vintage paper imagery & resin and a combination of mixed metals and unique vintage findings.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/carta-books-handmade-bookbinding-demo-at-freeman-hall-september-26-1-2pm/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T130000
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SUMMARY:Book Festival - Book Signing | September 25\, 11am-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Arts & Cultural Council of Bucks County as we celebrate Doylestown’s Book Festival with our bookish events at Freeman Hall at 181 West Court Street\, Doylestown\, during the weekend of September 24-26. On board are a variety of artists each employing books as the timely theme. \n\nSaturday\, September 25 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. – Book signing. Authors will bring their books for sale and signing. Poets\, novelists\, and a book illustrator look forward to talking to you about their process.\n\nOther Book Fest Events this weekend include: \n\nFriday\, September 24 from 5-7 P.M. – joeyfivecents. Susan Forker brings her one-of -a-kind jewelry pieces to our community center. joeyfivecents jewelry features original vintage paper imagery & resin and a combination of mixed metals and unique vintage findings.\nSunday\, September 26 from 1-3 P.M. – Carta Books. Book artist Mindy Trost will demonstrate the art of bookbinding from raw materials to tools to finished product.\n\nSee the Fall Salon Members Show when you are there.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/book-festival-book-signing-september-25-11am-1pm/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T190000
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SUMMARY:Susan Forker | joeyfivecents | Show and Sale | September 24\, 5-7pm
DESCRIPTION:Susan Forker | joeyfivecents \nStoried jewelry and vintage style inspired by boxes of musty antique books and vintage ephemera \nSusan Forker draws inspiration from her surroundings – “the natural beauty and wildlife that changes throughout the seasons and the sense of history that is inherent to this area. I source local flea markets and auctions for my materials and often find that I’m drawn to things that may not get used right away but have sparked an idea that needs to grow and develop. Digging through boxes of musty antique books and vintage ephemera is pure inspiration filled with possibilities. I thrive on that connection in my work between the past and the present – to incorporate something old that has been deemed ‘not useful’ or relevant and to present it in a modern context that celebrates its original story is what my jewelry is all about.” \nFriday\, Sept 24th at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court St\, Doylestown\, PA\, from 5-7 pm. Admission is free. \nSee the Fall Salon Members Show when you are there. \nEnjoy other Book Fest events this weekend at Freeman Hall: \n\nSaturday\, September 25 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. – Book signing. Authors will bring their books for sale and signing. Poets\, novelists\, and a book illustrator look forward to talking to you about their process.\nSunday\, September 26 from 1-3 P.M. – Carta Books. Book artist Mindy Trost will demonstrate the art of bookbinding from raw materials to tools to finished product.
URL:https://www.bucksarts.org/event/susan-forker-joeyfivecents-show-and-sale-september-24-5-7pm/
LOCATION:Arts & Cultural Council at Freeman Hall\, 181 East Court Street\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18901\, United States
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