First Friday is an evening celebrating music and visual arts. The
list below shows the artists and musicians currently signed up for
upcoming First Fridays.
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SPECIAL EVENT!!
CB Cares
252 W. Swamp Road
215-489-9120
bgross@dh.org
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Featured July 3, 2009:
CB Cares Youth to Community Arts Series (Y2C) proudly presents a wacky, hip-hop version of Alice in Wonderland, Through the Looking Glass, put on by students who attend CB West and are members of their Harlequin Club. This production is student-directed and student-choreographed. The show takes place on the Courthouse lawn, from 7-8 p.m. Come out and enjoy this lively musical entertainment put on by our local teens. For more information, contact CB Cares Offices at 215-489-9120.
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Busy Bee Toys
58 East State Street
215-345-6070
info@busybeetoys.net
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Featured July 3, 2009:
in us from 6:00-9:00pm to meet local author, artist and composer, Carole P. Sonstein. Carole will present NANA BANANA, her storybook with CD which addresses the situation of how grandparents can make themselves memorable to their grandchildren who live far away.
Children, parents and grandparents are invited to come for a reading and book signing of NANA BANANA, as well as sing along with The Nana Banana Song.
Banana crafts and banana treats will be provided for the children to take home as souvenirs of a fun-filled evening with NANA BANANA!
Come join us…we promise you that the NANA BANANA song will make you smile!
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O Bambino
45 East State Street
215-348-3344
andrea@obambino.net
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Featured July 3, 2009:
O Bambino is happy to welcome Marisa Salamone. Marisa, a student at Holicong, who will entertain us with her beautiful voice, singing blues and pop from 6 to 8pm.
Also check out returning local artist Raymond Pulli as he displays his talent once again on a belly cast provided by an expectant mom.
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A Special Gift
30 East State Street
215-340-0434
sueweena@aol.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Jeff Dershin, pianist and DJ will present his unique mix of interactive live and recorded music at his regular spot in front of "A Special Gift," at 30 East State Street. Performing lots of Billy Joel and other adult contemporary music will be offset by Golden Oldies and musical games like "Stump the Band" and "Name That Intro," a favorite of classic rock fans. Little kids, especially, like to get into the act. Don't miss it!
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Baun & Litt Law Office
4 West Oakland Avenue
215-345-0221
dbaun@baunlittlaw.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Baun & Litt is sponsoring "Back In Time Music School" from Doylestown. The school teaches instrument and voice to students primarily in grades 4th - 12th grades from area schools. Featuring performances of classic rock & contemporary music. Students will be playing & singing (sometimes accompanied by professional musicians) songs by artists like the Beatles, Tom Petty and Taylor Swift. We will be setting-up in the area adjacent to our office in the grassy area facing Main Street - and will begin around 6:00pm. We expect about 20 students (and their parents and friends) to attend.
We will have a tent and equipment set-up in the afternoon and will have food and refreshments (for the kids & their parents) in our reception area.
COME OUT & JOIN US!!!!
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Bucks County Free Library
150 South Pine Street
215-348-0332 x138
whiteb@buckslib.org
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Featured July 3, 2009:
It’s Red, White and Blue Night at the Library! Join us for patriotic music, crafts, bingo, games, and a movie. Bring pictures of your present or past military family members or friends for our Wall of Heroes display (pictures are non-returnable so we suggest you make a photocopy for the display)
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Doggie Deli
19 Donaldson Street
215-260-5135
rushbones@comcast.net
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Join Doggie Deli this First Friday for live music and 10% off all purchases. Dogs and family are welcome to stop by to try our gourmet and homemade doggie treats.
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Doylestown Bookshop
16 S. Main St.
215-230-7610
jenniferteaford@yahoo.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Beginning 7:00 pm, classical guitarist Jesse Cohen will play selections by Bach, Heitor Villa-Lobos, and Agustin Barrios-Mangore. Jesse has studied at the Berklee College of Music and Millersville University, where he formed a guitar trio and arranged most of the songs performed. We invite people to stop by and listen!
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Doylestown Rock Gym & Adventure Center
3853 Old Easton Road
info@doylestownrockgym.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Come out and climb 25ft portable rock wall from 6 to 9pm. All equipment and belayers are provided free of charge. Limit one climb per person depending on people in line. We will be located at State/Hamilton parking area! See you there!
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First Baptist Church of Doylestown
311 West State Street
215-348-5210
Office@fbcdoylestown.org
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Bob Jackoway, Guitar
Music and Songs
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Gap
17 S. Main Street
215-230-9440
adolfopaniagua@msn.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
"The Jones Girls" - Band
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Head Over Heels
17 West State Street
215.340.7755
hohdoylestown@gmail.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
The popular musical group "Caleb" will perform on the outside balcony atop Head Over Heels. The shop will be opened extended hours during our final First Fridays, as our Doylestown shop will be closing. New items continue to arrive daily.
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IQnection Internet Services
28 East Oakland Avenue
215-345-5424
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Art exhibit entitled Patriotic Expressions. Artists who will be displaying their photography: Leslie Ballantyne, David Jimick, Eric Jacobson and Andy Jubelt.
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IWEAR Optical Boutique
16 West State Street
215-345-4186
justin@iwearoptical.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
IWEAR Optical is featuring artist, Alyson Jo Farnen. Ms. Farnen says, "Realism is my cup of tea, so I paint and draw every detail making you feel apart of the picture." She strives to reveal truth through artwork, using her faith to example a greater life purpose! Please stop by.
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Main Street Baptist Church
57 S. Main Street
215-348-8086
jerry@schmoyer.net
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Bob Jackoway will play and sing some quiet, mellow guitar music outside Main Street Baptist Church.
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Mercer Museum
84 S. Pine Street
215-345-0210
mlowell@mercermuseum.org
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Here is the Mercer Museum’s agenda for July 3 First Friday.
On July 3, 2009 the Mercer Museum will have a variety of activities and educational opportunities as a participant in First Friday Doylestown. The Museum will offer free admission for visitors to explore the many wonders in our collection. The Good and Plenties Barbershop Quartet will perform at the Museum from 7-8 pm. Come and travel back to Early America with demonstrations and interpretation by costumed educators in our Log House. Children have the opportunities to partake in a musical craft activity and much more. Come on join in the fun for First Friday!
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Michener Art Museum
138 S. Pine Street
215.340.9800
kmcsherry@michenerartmuseum.org
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Featured July 3, 2009:
As a tribute to our Senior neighbors, we will be offering half price gallery admission from 5:00-9:00pm, take advantage of our free docent led tour at 7:00 of our current exhibit: 20 Years of Collecting. Bring your parents and grandparents to enjoy the free sounds of the Bucks County Gilbert & Sullivan group performing from 7:00-8:30pm. Other free activities include tissue paper landscape collage making, face painting, side walk chalk drawing, and light refreshments. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.michenerartmuseum.org/
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Nuts Plus Candy
46 East State St
215-348-0874
Maryanne@Nutsplusdoylestown.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Come on over to Nuts Plus this First Friday for some "Old fashioned lemon sticks" They are a great summer treat for kids and grown-ups. We also have "Shrivers boardwalk fudge" It is delicious fudge without the long drive to the beach. In addition to quality treats at Nuts Plus; Everything in the store is 10% off!! We can't wait to see you!!
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On A Whim Boutique
3 Taylor Ave.
215-348-9560
hfarber333@aol.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
"Celebrations" - Neil Farber, Disc Jockey
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Saxby's Coffee
22 N. Main St.
215-345-0795
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Featured solo artist, Gary Billings, will perform acoustic alternative tunes from 8:30-10:30 PM.
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Slate Bleu
100 S. Main St.
215-348-0222
info@slatebleu.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Beginning 6:00 pm, Eric and The New Continentals will be performing their version of folk rock. Two vocals, guitars, a bass and drums, this talented young band has played various venues, including John and Peters in New Hope and Puck Live in Doylestown. Venture the short walk down main street to enjoy this special performance sponsored by Slate Bleu.
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Stan's Vitamin & Supplements
17 W. Court Street
Stansvitaminsandsupplements@gmail.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Stop by and enjoy vocals and acoustic music performed by Steve Jacks.
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Starbucks
10 North Main Street
215-489-9802
mrose@starbucks.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Stop by and enjoy music, art and learn about this month's featured organization, the Twilight Wish Foundation. Twilight Wish's mission is to honor and enrich the lives of deserving seniors through wish granting celebrations connecting the generations. Opening band will be Billy Amore - Sounds of Sinatra followed by Half Past Prime. Artwork will be displayed by various local artists.
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The Freight House
194 W. Ashland St.
215-340-1003
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Featured July 3, 2009:
All Night - Artwork from well known Bucks County artists will be displayed throughout the restaurant, including Nathan DiStefano oil on canvas and John Andrulis contemporary black and while photography. 9:00 pm - Music will begin in the lounge area for dancing.
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Villa Capri Ristorante & Bar
51 West Court Street
215-348-9656
villacapripizza@aol.com
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Featured July 3, 2009:
Enjoy energetic music from instrumental jam band, King Chaos starting at 8 PM.
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