Community Corner
Fun Events For Kids: Week of July 25 - July 29
Keep the kids occupied as we head into the dog days of summer! Children's theater and chemistry lessons help beat the heat.
MONDAY
What: Chemistry Science In The Summer
Where: Northampton Public Library
Find out what's happening in Newtownwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
When: All day, Monday through Friday, openings still available
Who: Children ages 6 and up. Admission is free
Find out what's happening in Newtownwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
What: Cuentos y Canciones, a free story time put on at the Lambertville Public Library for children up to age 6. Parents attend with their children to listen to stories and songs entirely in Spanish as well as create crafts.
Where: Lambertville Free Public Library, 6 Lilly St., Lambertville, N.J.
When: 10:30 a.m.
Who: Children ages 3 to 6. dmission is free
More: (609) 397-0275 orwww.lambertvillelibrary.org
TUESDAY
What: Langhorne Science Tuesdays. Learn about forensics and fingerprints.
Where: Langhorne Public Library, 301 South Pine St.
When: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Who: Kids entering grades three to five in the fall; admission is free
What: $1 Movies, showing "Open Season 2" and "Megamind"
Where: Oxford Valley Universal Artists Theater, 403 Middletown Blvd., Langhorne
When: 10 a.m. (but people start lining up at 9 a.m. When theaters fill up, no one else is admitted.)
Who: Anyone
More: http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress/default.aspx
What: Travel-time stories. Family fun with Mrs. Z. Fly through summer with stories, games and songs from around the world.
Where: Yardley Public Library, 1080 Edgewood Road, Yardley
When: 1:30 p.m.
Who: Anyone. Admission is free
More: http://www.buckslib.org/libraries/yardley/
What: Bouncy Booktime, a multi-age storytime that encourages pre-reading skills and includes a craft.
Where: Lambertville Library, 2nd floor, 6 Lily Street, Lambertville, NJ
When: 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Who: Children 5 months to 5 years
More: http://www.lambertvillelibrary.org/
What: Cruise Night. Come check out classic cars. Free admission, 50/50, music, playground for kids, food, drinks, and ice cream available.
Where: Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Rd., Yardley
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Who: Anyone. Admission is free
More: 215-968-1670 or www.shadybrookfarm.com
What: Newtown Movies In The Park: "Groundhog Day"
Where: Linton Park, across from CVS
When: Movie begins about 8:30, entertainment begins at 8 p.m.
Who: Anyone. Admission is free
WEDNESDAY:
What: Yardley Branch 4H Small Pets Club. For Ages 8-12, learn about the care of small pets in this program for animal lovers. Animal visitors each week. Pet show at final meeting
Where: Yardley-Makefield Public Library
When: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Who: Children ages 8 to 12. Admission is free
More: http://www.buckslib.org/libraries/yardley
What: Yardley Move and Groove Chinese. Laugh, sing, dance and learn. Seating is limited. Registration required. Sign up each family member who will be attending.
Where: Yardley Public Library
When: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Who: Preschool-aged children; admission is free
More: http://www.buckslib.org/libraries/yardley
What: Preschool Story Time
Where:
When: 10:30 a.m.
Who: Preschool-aged children; admission is free
More: http://www.buckslib.org/libraries/wrightstown
What: $1 Movies, showing Open Season 2 and Megamind
Where: Oxford Valley Universal Artists Theater, 403 Middletown Blvd., Langhorne
When: 10 a.m. (but people start lining up at 9 a.m. When theaters fill up, no one else is admitted.)
Who: Anyone
More: http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress/default.aspx
What: Open Bounce at Bounce U
Where: 2221 Cabot Blvd., Langhorne
When: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Who: Morning session is for all children 7 and under. The cost is $8.95/person. Family bounce is at 5 p.m. The cost is $10.95/person, $3.25/person for pizza and drink
THURSDAY
What: Preschool Story Time
Where:
When: 10:30 a.m.
Who: Preschool age children. Admission is free
More: http://www.buckslib.org/libraries/wrightstown
What: Sights and Sounds of Summer features The Daisy Jug Band
Where: Northampton Municipal Park off Hatboro Road
When: 7 p.m
Who: Anyone
More: http://www.northamptonrec.com/forms/367_summer_series_20111.pdf
What: Children's Summer Reading, a weekly program held throughout the summer.
Where: Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Rd., New Hope
When: 10 to 11:15 a.m.
Who: Kids ages 3 to 7 and parents, grandparents or caregivers. Cost: Members are free; non-members fees are $5 for adults; $3 for seniors and students; $2 children ages 4 to 14; children under 4 are free.
More: 215-862-2924 or http://www.bhwp.org/education/Kids-and-Families.htm
What: Lower Makefield Farmers' Market sponsored by the Bucks County Foodshed Alliance. It is a seasonal, producer-only, open-air venue featuring fresh vegetables, fruits, meat eggs, milk, cheese, breads, flowers and much more. Plus, there's a playground for the kids.
Where: Veterans Square Park, Edgewood and Heacock Rds, Lower Makefield
When: Thursday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Who: Anyone
More: http://www.buckscountyfoodshedalliance.org
FRIDAY:
What: Friday afternoon matinee: "The Rescuers Down Under"
Where: Lambertville Library, 2nd floor, 6 Lily St., Lambertville
When: 2 p.m.
Who: Anyone
More: http://www.lambertvillelibrary.org/
What: Washington Crossing Open Air Theatre production of the Little Mermaid
Where: Washington Crossing Open Air Theatre, inside Washington Crossing State Park on the New Jersey side.
When: Friday and Saturday at 11 a.m., Sunday at 4 p.m.
Who: Anyone. $5 a seat at box office prior to show
More: http://www.dpacatoat.com/childrens_theatre.html
What: Shady Brook Summer Wine Concert Series featuring Six To One. Kids can play on the playground while adults enjoy some dinner, wine, and ice cream along with music from a local band.
Where: Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Rd, Yardley
When: Friday 6 to 9 p.m.
Who: Anyone. No outside beverages permitted.
More: http://www.shadybrookfarm.com/summer_wine.php#bands
What: Friday Night Fireworks sponsored by the New Hope and Lambertville Chamber of Commerce
Where: Delaware River, New Hope
When: 9:30 p.m.
Who: Anyone
More: http://www.newhopelambertvillefireworks.com/
What: Free Student Showcase Recitals at the Kimmel Center: Chamber Music. Teen Summer Arts Camp students present a recital featuring a diverse repertoire of Chamber music -- in both small and large ensembles. This showcase follows the students' two week intensive training with teaching artists and guest musicians on chamber performance and instrumental technique.
Where: Perelman Theater
When: noon
Who: Anyone
What: Global games and crafts. This event will feature board games and crafts inspired by various cultures.
Where: Yardley Public Library, 1080 Edgewood Rd., Yardley
When: 1 p.m.
Who: School-aged children. Admission is free.
More: http://www.buckslib.org/libraries/yardley/
What: The World of Harry Potter
Where: Northampton Public Library
When: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Who: School age children, ages 6 and up. Admission is free