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Celiac Day with the Phillies
Come out with family, friends, co-workers and more on Sunday, July 27, > 2008 to watch the Phillies take on the Atlanta Braves (Game Time: 1:35 pm). This event is to help raise awareness about Celiac disease. Seats are in the 200 or 300 section. Visit www.phillies.com/celiac and enter code: CELIAC to get your tickets today or call Kathy Killian in the Phillies Sales Office at (215) 463-5000 > ext. 5304. Click here for a mail-in flyer.
26th ANNUAL BUCKS COUNTY SENIOR GAMES
If you have participated in Senior Games in past years, then come on back and join your friends. If not, here is your chance to have fun and meet new people with the same interests as you. Participants, for this great event, come from all over the County. This year’s Bucks County Senior Games will be held in May and June, and over 400 seniors participate each year. The Games are held for seniors 50 years and older. There are 22 events with something for everyone including: golf, tennis, bicycling, bowling, swimming, badminton, track and field, plus much more! The purpose of the Games is to encourage seniors to stay healthy and active, and become more health-conscious. In addition to the sports activities, there will be a Health Expo featuring a Fashion Show and Entertainment. The Games are co-sponsored with the Bucks County Area Agency on Aging, Bucks County Dept. of Parks and Recreation and Independence Blue Cross/Keystone Health Plan East.
Activities will be held at various locations throughout the county, check the listing below. Registration before May 2 will be $8 per person. Registration after May 2 will be $13 per person. Listed here are some of the major events and locations.
- May 29 to June 3 - Tennis, Core Creek Park, Woodbourne Road, Langhorne will offer 8 a.m. play for ages 60 and above. At 5:30 p.m. evening play at Central Park, Doylestown Township for those 50 to 59 years only.
- May 29 – Health Expo – 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Delaware Valley College, Rt. 202, Doylestown. This event will feature health screenings, giveaways, seminars, entertainment, fashion show, bingo and refreshments. Also included that day will be men’s and women’s bocce
- May 30 – Bowling, 8:00 a.m., Brunswick Zone Lanes, Street Road, Feasterville
- June 2 - Golf, 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fairways Golf Club, Rt. 611, Warrington (Rain date June 11)
- June 3 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central Bucks Senior Center, Shady Retreat Rd., Doylestown
- June 4 – Central Bucks Family YMCA – Swimming and stationary bike - 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- June 4 – 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Bucks West HS, War Memorial Field, Doylestown events such as Track & Field, darts, badminton, etc.
- June 5 – Bicycle Time Trial and Hill Climb, Nockamixon State Park, Rt. 563, Quakertown, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- June 6 – Awards Luncheon – 12 noon to 2 p.m. - Dining Hall, Delaware Valley College, Rt. 202, Doylestown
For further information and event days and times call the Bucks County Department of Parks and Recreation (215) 489-5132 or the Bucks County Area Agency on Aging (215) 348-6116. Applications will be available beginning March 1 at the two co-sponsoring agencies and at ALL 13 Senior Centers in the County and all regional libraries. . Information and a registration form are also on the B.C. Area Agency on Aging web page at www. buckscounty.org/AAA.htm
WANTED - WANTED - WANTED - WANTED
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO HELP AT THE BUCKS COUNTY SENIOR GAMES:
May 29-June 6 2008
For further information call Jill Unger at Bucks Co. Parks (215) 489-5132
Community News
Warminster Athletic Council (WAC) will hold their third meeting on Tuesday, July 8 at 6:30 PM at the WREC. Representatives from the various sport organizations are invited to attend to exchange ideas and discuss common issues.
...invites area youth and adults to become involved in the fundraising efforts for the new Skate Park located at Munro. Meetings are held monthly; call the Parks office for exact dates and times: (215) 443-5428.
Aikido is a gentle, but very effective form of martial arts. It is a method of circular defenses, never opposing but never with the force of aggression. Open to men and women. The club meets at the WREC on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM. For more info, call Sensei Brody @ (215) 675-1184.
The Wilson Senior Center welcomes all seniors 55 years and older in the local area. The Center provides recreational programs such as line and social dancing, bingo, trips, arts/crafts, bridge and pool. Many other services such as legal assistance, income tax preparation, caseworkers, mini-health clinic, Meals on Wheels, and 55-Alive driving course are also provided. Lunch is served daily at noon for a minimum donation. New members are invited to attend our Orientation Program held once a month - call to register. Bingo is held on Wednesday evenings - doors open at 5 PM. The Wilson Center is available for rental for dances, parties, receptions or any other type of celebrations. Please call the center for available dates and information.
The Bucks-Mont Art League meets the third Wednesday of each month at the United Church of Christ, 785 W. Street Road, Warminster at 7:30 PM (Sept.-May). Our programs include artists demonstrating their technique and giving information in all forms of art – oil painting, water color, casein, sketching, pastel, etc.. All professional and amateur artists, and interested persons are welcome. Membership is $15/year. For more information, call (215) 675-1182 (Ann Fitzpatrick – President) or (215) 675-2261 (Marie Latare – Treasurer).
The Bucks County Community Traffic Safety Program is a comprehensive highway safety educational program offered to those who live and work in Bucks County. Programs include Child Passenger Safety, Mature Driving, Child Safety Seat Checks, Bicycle Safety, School Bus Safety, and more. To get more information, call (215) 491-9260.
The Area Agency on Aging offers more than 20 programs to help older adults, including:
Care Management - In-Home Services - Adult Day Care - Nursing Facilities - Nursing Facilities Assessment - Assisted Living - Insurance Counseling - Health Promotion - Nutritional Services - Senior Resource Directory - Senior Community Centers - Senior Employment Assistance - RSVP - Transportation - AAA Home
15th Annual Kitchen & Garden Tour
Sunday, June 8th, 1:00-5:00 PM.
Enjoy a delightful afternoon strolling through the streets of historic Doylestown and discovering the hidden jewels that make this charming town a quaint tourist destination and a wonderful place to live. The kitchen is the epicenter of the American family; the garden an extension of our personality. This is an opportunity to view six unique homes and gardens during this self-guided walking tour. Event held Rain or Shine. Bucks Beautiful is a 501(c)(3) non-profit program of the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are $20 per person, children 12 and under are free. Event Major Patron: Wachovia Securities; Event Sponsor: Michael Stumpf & Associates. Call Bucks Beautiful at 215-348-3913 ext 114 or visit www.bucksbeautiful.com.
The Bux Mont Doll Lovers Club is for doll collectors of all ages. This club is a chapter of the UFDC. They meet monthly, February through December, on the third Tuesday of the month. Meetings revolve around sharing information about dolls of all kinds. Anyone with a love for dolls, wanting to learn and share with fellow collectors are encouraged to call Ginnie at (215) 257-9209 for more information.
Bux-Mont Meals on Wheels, a non-profit organization that provides well-balanced meals to individuals with disabilities and shut-ins, is in need of DRIVERS and PANTRY AIDS! Volunteer as little as 3 hours/month (2 days, 1.5 hours/day). Mon-Fri, 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. For more information, call (215) 443-9784.
Craven Hall Historical Society holds regular meetings (often with a program) the first Monday of the month at 7:30 PM. Programs are advertised on the cable channels in both Warminster & Southampton. Persons interested in local history and preservation are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Erik Fleischer @ (215) 675-4698 or check their website: www.centennialsd.org – look for the Craven Hall link.
Colonial Muster Weekend at Craven Hall
May 31- June 1
A colonial encampment by re-enactors from the 5th PA Regiment and the PA State Navy. Weekend will include opportunities for young people to learn about early camp life, including learning to drill, make a rope bed, play colonial games, write with a quill pen, etc. Refreshments including hot dogs, ice cream and soda/water will also be available for sale. Free parking. A donation of $5.00/family is suggested and is good for both days.
Annual Antique Appraisal Night -
Friday, June 6th - 6:30 to 9:00 PM
Come and have your treasures appraised by a 4th generation auctioneer/appraiser, Barry Slosburg & Associates. $8 per item or three for $20. An in-house camera/TV will permit those waiting to follow the action. In addition, Lew Larason, author and lecturer on antique furniture, will share his expertise on the subject while you await your appraisal time.
We are a voluntary community chorus united by our love of music and a desire to sing. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings in McDonald Elementary School in Warminster until June and then resume again in September. Although we do not have auditions, our members range from little or no musical training to some very talented singers with considerable experience and average between 50-65 members each session. For more info, please call Jim Andrews at (215) 355-0299. A Free Concert will be held on May 17 @ 8:00 PM at Log College Middle School, refreshments will be served. Everyone welcome!
The Centennial Aquatic Club is an age group (5-18 yrs) swimming and diving program that competes in the Suburban Aquatic League, US Swimming, and US Diving for children at all ability levels. If you are interested in winter team swimming, visit our website at www.centennialaquaticclub.org or contact Lisa Forlini @ jlfswim@comcast.net.
The Southampton-Warminster Area Lions are in town, and eager to assist those in need. The Lions are the #1 service organization in the world. We focus primarily on community projects, the blind & sight impaired and the deaf & hearing impaired, but do help others in need. We are also looking for new members. Call for Info (215) 350-7886 or check the website for membership or upcoming fundraisers and projects: www.lionwap.org/southamptonpa.
The Greater Warminster Chamber of Commerce invites businesses in the Warminster, Warwick, Ivyland, Southampton and Warrington area to come to one of our business card exchanges, new member breakfasts or monthly meetings. Upcoming events include annual Scholarship Luncheon (May 14); Golf Outing (June 5); Flag Day & Veterans Awards Luncheon (June 11) and Membership Luncheon (Sept. 24). The Chamber is located at 1710 Stout Dr., Suite F. Our mailing address is GWCC, PO Box 2611, Warminster, PA. For info., visitwww.greaterwcc.com, call (215) 672-6633, or email admin@greaterwcc.com.
The Warminster Amateur Radio Club (WARC) meets on the first Thursday of every month at 7:30 PM at the Benjamin H. Wilson Sr. Center, 580 Delmont Avenue. WARC offers a variety of amateur radio licensing classes for beginner through advanced students at various times throughout the year. All classes are held at the Wilson Sr. Center and are free except for study guides. This club also assists with radio communication during community special events and emergencies. If you are interested in radio classes, or in becoming a member of this community club, please call George Brechmann @ (215)443-5656 (n3hbt@arrl.net) or visit the web site: www.k3dn.org. Everyone is welcome!
Offering individual and group counseling, legal advocacy and medical advocacy for crime victims: prevention education programs for students, parents and teachers, community education programs and professional training. All services are free of charge.
Please use the stamp vending machines to purchase stamps, anytime, day or night. For timely and efficient delivery of mail, please keep your mailbox free from any obstructions. Keep all pets fenced or securely tied. For more information or questions, please call your Post Office.
Mearns Road Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:30 AM-6 PM
Sat: 9 AM-2 PM
Box lobby open 24 hrsYork Road Hours
including box lobby
Mon-Fri: 9 AM-5 PM
The Society of Young Magicians meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month (Sept-June) at 7 PM at the WREC. Young magicians of all skill levels are welcome to attend and can add to their repertoire at each meeting. For more information, call Arlen @ (215) 443-7908.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Monday morning at 9 AM for weigh-in and 9:30 for the meeting. The meetings are held in the Fellowship Hall of Ivyland Pres. Church, 51 Gough Ave. Warminster, PA. For more information, call Elaine (215)443-5656.
Welcome Wagon Tailgaters Club of Warminster and surrounding communities is always looking for new members. There are several socials and outings planned throughout our club year. If you’re a bridge player or crafter, we meet once a month. Come join your neighbors and bring a friend. For more information call Marie Latare, Treasurer @ (215) 675-2261.
The WAWC is the Warminster Area Women's Club, and meets monthly, September through June, on the third Monday at 7:30 PM, for fun, crafts, and fundraising. Meeting place: The Warminster Fire Station at 300 Madison Ave. in the training room, on the lower level. For membership information, call Lynn at (215)957-9743.
Warminster Rotary holds numerous fundraisers and activities which benefit the community throughout the year. Persons interested in Membership in the Rotary Club International should call Janet Wentz @ (215)443-9310.
MARK THESE DATES ON YOUR CALENDAR!
Sat, May 17, 2008 (8:00 PM) - Subscription Concert #3: “From Galway to Broadway”
- featuring Ciaran Sheehan and Gay Willis. These two stars re-create their Carnegie Hall performance at this "not-to-be-missed" concert performance held at William Tennent HS.All concerts are performed by the Warminster Symphony Orchestra under the musical direction of Joseph Lovecchio. The Warminster Symphony Orchestra, a 65-piece community based ensemble of talented and dedicated amateurs and professionals, is sponsored by the Warminster Symphony Society. The Society is an incorporated, non-profit, cultural organization that is supported entirely by its membership, private donations, grants and business and industry sponsorships. You are invited to become a supporting Member of the Warminster Symphony Society. Members enjoy all concerts at a fraction of the cost of tickets purchased at the door.
Please visit www.warmsymphony.org to request ticket and Society membership information.
Women interested in playing softball this summer are invited to contact the Warminster Women’s Softball League. This league plays on Friday nights and Sundays. For more info, contact Erin Lineman @ (215)345-6593.
featuring Internationally Renown Suzanna Del Vecchio
An enchanted evening of Middle Eastern music and dance.
Performances by Suzanna Del Vecchio, Mirjana, and the Sand Shimmers Dance Troupe, Fairouza, Fatima, Amala Gameela, Surayyah, Alia Saleem, along with other special guest performers are sure to delight. Visit our Bazaar for fabulous and unique items! Stay after the performances for open floor dancing and light refreshments.
Show begins at 7:30pm, doors open at 7:00pm.
Advanced tickets: $15 per Adult, $10 per child 4-12, children under 4 are free.
If available, tickets at the door will be $25.00 per Adult, $15 per child.
Workshop & Show location: 1101 Little Lane, Warminster, PA 18974
For Additional information: Mirjana@sandshimmers.com or visit www.sandshimmers.com for Show Tickets.
