Art enthusiasts rejoice - Bucks County is brimming with exhibits, theatre productions and gallery showcase debuts all weekend-long!
Meredith Baxter and Michael Gross from TV’s “Family Ties!” are visiting the Bucks County Playhouse to perform Love Letters, a hilarious and heartfelt romance chronicled through a pen and paper correspondence spanning over 50 years! Head over to Bristol’s Centre for the Arts for Bloom!, a multi-media gallery art show featuring artwork surrounded by live floral arrangements from talented local florists. Take the kids for a journey down the rabbit hole and join Alice's madcap adventures in Wonderland during Acting Naturally Inc.’s Alice in Wonderland! production.
Check out our guide below for details on this weekend’s must-see events around the County. Stay up-to-date on what’s coming up next week with our Upcoming Events calendar.
Friday, April 6
Love Letters at the Bucks County Playhouse
Get swept away in this nostalgic and heartfelt show starring Meredith Baxter and Michael Gross from TV’s “Family Ties!” A touching romance through old-fashioned pen and paper, “Love Letters” is a disarmingly funny and unforgettably emotional portrait about the powerful connection of love.
When: April 6 – 8, check online for showtimes
Where: Bucks County Playhouse
Cost: $40 - $55
African American Quilts: From Traditional to Contemporary at the Mercer Museum
The Mercer Museum’s newest exhibit, African American Quilts: From Traditional to Contemporary, features beautiful textile collections ranging from historical pieces of the late Cuesta Benberry to contemporary works from the Friendly Quilters of Bucks County.
When: April 6 – 8, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Mercer Museum
Cost: Included with admission
Beer Tasting: Evil Genius Beer Company at Washington House
Join the Washington House Hotel & Restaurant for a beer tasting featuring the delicious and oddly-named brews of Evil Genius.
When: April 6, 5 – 10 p.m.
Where: Washington House Hotel & Restaurant
Cost: Free to attend
Alice in Wonderland! At Acting Naturally Inc
Take the kids for a journey down the rabbit hole and join Alice's madcap adventures in Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, raps with a Caterpillar, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game!
When: April 6 – 7, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Acting Naturally Inc
Cost: $10 - $12
Magical & Real: Henriette Wyeth and Peter Hurd, A Retrospective at the Michener Art Museum
The James A. Michener Art Museum is unveiling Magical & Real: Henriette Wyeth and Peter Hurd, A Retrospective, an exhibition examining the work of Wyeth and Hurd’s work since 1967. The married couple’s individual artistic careers are thoughtfully examined in this new collection.
When: April 6 – 8, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: James A. Michener Art Museum
Cost: $18/adult; $17/senior; $16.00/college student w/ ID; $8/kids 6-18; kids under 6 free
Bloom! Art Exhibit at the Centre for the Arts
Bristol Borough Centre for the Arts is proud to present “Bloom!” - a multi-media gallery art show featuring artists' interpretations of flowers, plants, nature, and spring. See exciting and diverse work by some of the area's most talented artists, enhanced by beautiful live floral arrangements from local florists.
When: April 6 – 8, 12 p.m.
Where: Centre for the Arts
Cost: Free to attend
Bonnie and Clyde, the Musical at Town and Country Players Barn Theater
Join Town and Country Players for the first show of its 2018 season, Bonnie and Clyde, the Musical, which tells the tale of Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, the ill-fated lovers whose story has been infamous since they achieved folk hero status during the Great Depression.
When: April 6 – 8, 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday); 2 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Town and Country Players Barn Theater
Cost: $20
Happy Hour at the Winery – Cheers to That!
Stop by Crossing Vineyards during the happiest hours of the day to enjoy scenic vineyard views, beautiful garden seating and special Happy Hour pricing on glasses of wine, craft beer and hard cider.
When: April 6, 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: Free to attend
April Art Show at Peace Valley Nature Center
Stop by the Nature Center during April to enjoy some wildlife photographs and artwork from two of our Teacher Naturalist. Barbara Burdack will have scenic and nature photographs on display and Kathy Formica will be showcasing her original pen and ink artwork of animals and nature scenes.
When: April 6 – 8, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Peace Valley Nature Center
Cost: Free to attend
Virtually Rudy: New Dimensions in Sculpture at the Michener Art Museum
Join the Michener for the debut of their new innovative exhibition, Virtually Rudy: New Dimensions in Sculpture. Rudy sculptures will appear alongside their digital representations, exploring the intersection between 20th century art and 21st century technology.
When: April 6 – 8, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: James A. Michener Art Museum
Cost: $18/adult; $17/senior; $16.00/college student w/ ID; $8/kids 6-18; kids under 6 free
“Bird Bath & Beyond” Fundraiser at the New Hope Arts Center
New Hope Arts is welcoming spring with Bird Bath & Beyond, an exhibition showcasing local artists that directly supports the arts center. Stop by on Sunday for the reception and an auction filled with beautiful pieces donated by talented Bucks County artisans.
When: April 6 - 8
Where: New Hope Arts Center
Cost: Free to attend
Juried Art Show Reception at The Conservatory
This year’s New Hope Art League Juried Art Show features stunning art work on display – all of which is for sale. A portion of the show’s proceeds funds our art scholarship for a Bucks County high school student.
When: April 6, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: The Conservatory
Cost: Free to attend
Rae Sloan Bredin: Harmony and Power Debut at the Michener Art Museum
Rae Sloan Bredin has long been known among the Pennsylvania Impressionists as a painter whose work is characterized by refinement and dignity, serenity and delicacy. This exhibition will highlight works spanning Bredin’s career, touching on his time as a student, instructor, and member of the New Hope Group.
When: April 6 – 8, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: James A. Michener Art Museum
Cost: $18/adult; $17/senior; $16.00/college student w/ ID; $8/kids 6-18; kids under 6 free
Saturday, April 7
Tower Tour for Families at Fonthill Castle
Take a one-hour tour of Henry Mercer’s castle starting in the basement and climbing all the way to the tower. Children and parents can explore areas not normally seen in regular tours, including the Kitchen, Morning Room, Wind Room, as well as the top terrace.
When: April 7, 10:15 – 11:45 a.m.
Where: Fonthill Castle
Cost: $15/adults; $8/youth
Mardi Gras Murder Mystery Dinner at Fisher’s Tudor House
Spend an evening investigating a murder at the annual VooDoo Ball while trying delicious cuisine during this Mardi Gras-themed murder mystery dinner at Fisher’s Tudor House.
When: April 7, 7 p.m.
Where: Fisher’s Tudor House
Cost: $57.99
7th Annual Juried Art Exhibition at Artists of Yardley
The AOY Art Center invites local art lovers and artists to their 7th Annual Juried Art Show, curated by the very talented Lorraine Glessner.
When: April 7 – 9, 12 – 5 p.m.
Where: Artists of Yardley
Cost: Free to attend
Live Music at the (Crossing) Vineyard!
Stop by Crossing Vineyards any weekend this Winter and relax with a “Crossing Cocktail,” a frosty YARDS Beer, or wine by the glass or bottle. “Un-wined” after a busy work week with live music and dancing.
When: April 7 – 8, 1 – 5 p.m.
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: Pay as you go
Make a Hummingbird Feeder at the Peace Valley Nature Center
Get ready for the return of hummingbirds! Join the Peace Valley Nature Center to learn how to use upcycled materials to create your stunning feeders. Once your feeder is established and the hummingbirds have found it, they will return year after year! Registration is required.
When: April 7, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Where: Peace Valley Nature Center
Cost: $6
Art in the Barn: Talks, Critiques & Readings
Join the Tyler Park Center for the Arts for a workshop led by Stommy Blauth, a naturalist and Monarch Watch Conservation Specialist, which will bridge the gap between the aesthetic beauty and science of butterflies.
When: April 7, 3 – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Tyler Park Center for the Arts
Cost: $5 - $10 per family
Dolls Day Out at Mercer Museum
Kids are invited to dress up and bring their favorite doll to the Mercer Museum for a day on the town! Event features tea, make-a-doll craft activity, storytelling, log house visit, shopping for the latest doll fashions and more! Registration is required for the tea – check online for tea times!
When: April 7, 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Mercer Museum
Cost: $15
Sunday, April 8
Art in Bloom at the Michener Art Museum
Celebrate the accomplishments of over 300 student artists in this exhibition of artwork created throughout the year during the James A. Michener Art Museum’s various youth programs. Paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures, and mixed media works inspired by Michener collections will fill the Education Center.
When: April 8, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: James A. Michener Art Museum
Cost: $18/adult; $17/senior; $16.00/college student w/ ID; $8/kids 6-18; kids under 6 free
Lenape Chamber Ensemble Concert
Visit Delaware Valley University to enjoy a live chamber music performance featuring a program of Mozart String Quartet in B Flat Major; Menotti Trio for Violin, Clarinet and Piano; Zarebski Piano Quintet in G minor.
When: April 8, 3 – 5 p.m.
Where: Delaware Valley University Life Sciences Auditorium
Cost: $18/adults, $5/children
Pairing Wine & Cheese at Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Join Crossing Vineyards and Winery to learn how to select cheeses to complement your favorite wines. Sample some pairings and discover the ones you like best.
When: April 8, 2 p.m.
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: $40
Me, My Selfie & I! at Acting Naturally Inc
Acting Naturally presents Me, My Selfie & I!, featuring a series of scenes and monologues with everything from an accidental first date to a most unusual art exhibit as we meet a group of teens who are struggling to find the balance between documenting their lives and living them.
When: April 8, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Acting Naturally Inc
Cost: $10 - $12
Naturalist Foray: Herps at Peace Valley Nature Center
Join the Peace Valley Nature Center for a trip into the natural landscapes surrounding the nature center in search of salamanders, snakes and several species of turtles. See what critters are out and about around the County!
When: April 8, 2 – 3 p.m.
Where: Peace Valley Nature Center
Cost: Free to attend
