T.S. Eliot once wrote that April is the cruelest month. Anyone with a January birthday would vehemently disagree with his assertion. It is ironic that Eliot died on Jan. 4. The real cruelest month …
Don’t drag that Christmas tree to the curb to be hauled away by the trash collectors. Give it a second, even third life, in your landscape. No live Christmas tree? Don’t worry. I’m sure your …
For those who are unaware, I’m noting that U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick went out of his way during his Christmas holiday to visit our troops in South Korea.A round trip to South Korea to visit U.S. …
Saint Andrew Catholic School in Newtown presented its annual Living Nativity on Dec. 20. Eighth grade students portrayed Mary, Joseph, the angel Gabriel, shepherds, servants, innkeepers and wise men, …
It’s only fitting that, after a three-year hiatus, British author Janice Hallett has brought us “The Christmas Appeal” (Atria), a novella that returns her readers to the small but growing …
From festive parties to celebratory community gatherings, this month has been full of good cheer and goodwill in Bucks and Hunterdon counties. Here’s a look at some of the holiday happenings that …
I enjoyed reading Camille Mancuso’s Chatterbox column (No ribbons required, Dec. 14) about her giving her family experiences instead of material gifts. Often gifting during the holidays is a time to …
Another holiday season is upon us and, as a senior citizen, I find myself reflecting on Christmas and how it used to be celebrated and what we do now. Christmas trees and decorations have been on …
What to make? What to take? It’s decision-making time for the holidays, when we choose which treats we are going to make to share with others. This includes food gifts as well as easy desserts that …
Christmas is in the air at Woodside Christian Preschool in Yardley.Students have been practicing Christmas Carols since October, and sang for their families last week, celebrating the joy of …
The Plumstead Historical Society celebrated its second annual Christmas party at its new headquarters in Danboro last Saturday. About 40 members and neighbors enjoyed wine and cake while looking over …
With a rootsy psychedelica that hints at Dylan, Bowie, Neil Young, The Beatles, Incredible String Band, The Waterboys, and Jethro Tull, the Slambovian Circus of Dreams’ “Very Slambovian Christmas” show is designed to “flip your switch” and spark the holiday spirit.
Just a few days ago, one of my daughters said a mouthful in a sentence. This Christmas she isn’t giving her children gifts; she’s giving them memories. Pretty simple, yet illuminating. My …
The Intelligencer reported the Doylestown community Christmas tree had again been lighted on December 17, 1936.“Nothing but comment of a complimentary nature was heard …
Wrightstown Friends Meeting invites the community to join in at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 17, for its annual Candlelight Carol Sing. The historic meetinghouse, located at 535 Durham Road (Route 413) in Wrightstown, will be lit with candles and simply decorated with fresh cut greens. It’s a wonderful opportunity to step aside from …
The audience will be the star and join a cast of Hollywood legends when Theater to Go hosts the “White Christmas Movie Sing Along,” one night only at 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, at the Kelsey …
The “Nasty Boys” of modern psychedelia, Ceramic Animal, announce the release of their first-ever Christmas extended play recording, “Tinkertown: A Christmas Tale,” and the debut of an annual …
Just in time for the holiday season, the Central Bucks High School West Harlequin Club presents Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” Dec. 15-17.
All are welcome to join Solebury Friends Meeting for its annual Christmas and Mitten Tree Program Sunday, Dec. 17. Those attending should bring a pair of mittens, gloves, socks or a scarf to decorate …
Celebrate the holidays with fun and nostalgia, when Off-Centre Stages presents “A Very Kelsey Cabaret” for one night only, at 8 p.m. Dec. 9, at Mercer County Community College’s Kelsey …
