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Location: Hatboro Business District Time: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Rain or shine. Cost: Free Website: www.firstfridayhatboro.com
First Friday Hatboro, a celebration of the arts held from 6-9 p.m. the first Friday of every month in the borough's business district, was launched April 4, 2008. It was organized by a committee of business owners, residents, and directors of the Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce under whose auspices it operates. Thirty stores, restaurants and service providers initially signed on to fly the gold and black FFH flag and host live music, art and cultural events, all free to the public. Now some 50 businesses support the event. Prime sponsor of FFH is Hatboro Federal Savings, headquartered in Hatboro, which recently renewed its financial commitment for a second year. Chamber and FFH Committee representatives will mark a successful first year with a recognition ceremony and the cutting and serving of an anniversary cake - courtesy of LOCHEL'S BAKERY - at 7 p.m. in the parking lot at McMackin Tire Service, York Road and W. Moreland Ave. Joining the festivities at McMackin's will be "Eco-Man," James McLaughlin of Bucks County, whose interactive, family-friendly musical show brings meaningful words about the environment and peace. Splitting his time between McMackin's and Impact Thrift Stores, 14 E. Moreland Ave., will be ARLEN ZACHERY, with his "A-Z MAGIC SHOW," a high energy performance designed for children and family audiences. The magician, sponsored by Impact Thrift and the Kidz Klub (www.thekidzklub.com), will perform at 6:15 p.m. at Impact, move to McMackin's for a show at about 7:15 p.m., then return to Impact at 8:15 p.m. for a final show. The Gardeners of Crooked Billet invite children 12 and under to participate in a "MAKE AND TAKE CRAFT," also at McMackin's parking lot. The children will plant a bean in a cup so they can watch it grow, just like in the story of Jack and the Beanstalk. FREE FACE PAINTING will be offered at Scoops/The Little Corner Kitchen, N. York Road and W. Montgomery Ave., as well as at Lochel's Bakery, 57 S. York Road, which also will offer some "goodie" giveaways. This N That Gift Shoppe, 31 S. York Road, will host a return appearance from 7 to 9 p.m. by JOHN SPRAGUE who draws "caricatoonz." The shop will offer "sweet treats" and specials to celebrate FFH's first anniversary. The Union Library of Hatboro, 243 S. York Road, will host a book sale fund-raiser courtesy of the 5th graders at Pennypack Elementary School, who collected children's books and will be selling them during First Friday Hatboro activities at the library in April, May and June. Proceeds will be donated to support the library. The library also will host PEANUT BUTTER JELLY FISH, a band for children of all ages. Music will abound throughout downtown Hatboro on First Friday. Edwards Studios, 7 S. York Road, will present the talents of TINA MARGOT, performing acoustic guitar and vocals. Complimentary wine and cheese will be served. Hatboro Baptist Church, 32 N. York Road, will offer the Heavenly Brew Café, featuring the sounds of HEAVEN BOUND, an inspirational blues and jazz band. Refreshments will be served. At the Village Pretzel, 36 S. York Road, BRIAN'S CURSE, a rock/jam band playing originals and covers, will perform. For additional details about First Friday Hatboro, or for an updated schedule of events, visit www.firstfridayhatboro.com or call the Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce at 215-956-9540. Also, during the week leading up to First Friday, shoppers can pick up an updated schedule of FFH events at Hatboro businesses. |
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SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2009
THE BREATHING ROOM FOUNDATION PRESENTS THE 15th ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE Location: St. Catherine of Sienna, Horsham Times: 7 p.m. to Midnight Cost: Just $35 per person/$40 at the door. (credit cards accepted) The Breathing Room Foundation invites you to attend the 15th Annual Celebration of life. Come dance the night away with live entertainment by Acoustic Buzz and the Bob Lowery Band. Beer, wine soda and food are included in the price of admission. The mission of the Breathing Room Foundation is to reach out to every family within a twenty-mile radius who has a member suffering from cancer. We recognize that a cancer diagnosis affects every aspect of a family’s life; emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial. We strive to provide a family with whatever it is that will allow them a bit of “breathing room” from their daily struggle against cancer. It is our hope that this will allow them to concentrate all of their efforts toward regaining their physical health. Please come out and support this worthy mission! Print the event flyer...For Advance Tickets: call Mary Ellen at 215-887-2771, or e-mail us at breathingroom@comcast.net
Visit our website at www.breathingroomfoundation.org for further information.
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APRIL 4, 2009
The Village Players Present "GOD'S FAVORITE" Location: The Village Players of Hatboro, 401 Jefferson Ave., Hatboro, PA 19040 Curtain Times: -- Fridays & Saturdays - 8:00 pm -- Sunday Matinees - 2:00 pm Admission: Friday & Saturday - $12.00 ; Sunday Matinee - $10.00 . Synopsis: The biblical story of Job is transferred to the Long Island mansion of a successful God fearing tycoon, his wife, a prodigal son, a pair of kooky twins, and a faithful maid and butler. Joe Benjamin lives a successful life, until one night he receives a visit from a messenger from God, Sydney Lipton, who informs Joe he is God’s Favorite, and all he needs to do is renounce God. He uses all manners of temptations to persuade Joe and each time he refuses, Joe is met with every affliction imaginable. Amid the seemingly tragic circumstances, Neil Simon has created a hugely funny play while maintaining the integrity of the lesson.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 19th, 2009
HATBORO-HORSHAM EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION PRESENTS
"BATTLE OF THE BANDS"
Location: Hatboro-Horsham High School, 899 Horsham Road, Horsham 19044 Time: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets: $8 - available at the door or the high school office Six Groups Face Off in a Battle of the Bands;
Raising Funds for the Hatboro-Horsham Educational Foundation
The event, presented by the Hatboro-Horsham Educational Foundation to raise funds for its programs, will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the theater at the high school, 899 Horsham Road. The grand prize - time in a recording studio - is being donated by Area 602 Studio of Hatboro (www.mm3studios.com). A panel of judges with professional music experience, including Area 602 owner Brett Kull, will evaluate performances by the student groups, all with ties to Hatboro-Horsham: "Exhibit A," led by Drew Muller; "Azaril," led by Julian Petrucci; "Status Cuomo" led by Jacob Manning; "Sound the Surrender" led by Chris Shriver; "Dreaded Scotts" led by John Udinsky, and "Imbedded Within" led by James Clark. The winner will receive a full day of free studio recording time. The top three bands will be listed in the featured artist section of www.imradio.com. Formerly known as Radio Free USA, the station, which exposes and promotes the work of independent musicians, is heard worldwide on the internet. Founded in 1987, HHEF is a nonprofit organization which provides innovative learning grants to district teachers and staff for projects in the schools, and cultural events and enrichment programs for district students and the community. Admission to the Battle of the Bands is $8, with tickets available at the door or at the Hatboro-Horsham High School office. The event also features refreshments, including pizza and hoagies, merchandise for sale, raffles and a photo booth.
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APRIL 25, 2009
INTERNATIONAL FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL Location: Montessori Children's House, 220 Upland Ave., Horsham 19044 Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rain or Shine. Cost: $5 per person $10 for a family of four. Information: Nona Melnick 215-957-1571
Bring your neighbors, friends and family to join in the fun!
There will be International food, arts and crafts, games and prizes, a mini fire truck ride, moon bounce, performers from around the world, a silent auction where you can bid on great prizes like free rowing lessons on the Schuylkill River and much, much more!
All are welcome!
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First Friday Hatboro will celebrate its first anniversary April 3 with cake, music, a magician, children's activities and an appearance by "ECO-MAN" - all in downtown Hatboro.
A recording session, on-line exposure and bragging rights are up for grabs April 19 when six rock 'n' roll groups clash in a Battle of the Bands competition at Hatboro-Horsham High School in Horsham.