Out & About: Places to go in May

34th Bucks County Designer House & Gardens
More than 50 interior designers and landscapers will transform the 1850s Victorian home, 1960s stone-and-stucco farmhouse, gingerbread cottage, guest house, carriage shed, greenhouse, three-story stone barn and grounds of this 20-acre property at the foot of Solebury Mountain into a charming country setting through May 31st for the 34th

Bucks County Designer House & Gardens.
Visitors will begin their tour by strolling through a tranquil garden of raised beds blooming with thousands of daffodils, a koi pond and canvas-covered gazebo atop a stone and brick sitting area. Gardens range from practical outdoor rooms with living and cooking areas, to themed-gardens such as a fanciful “Alice in Wonderland” garden around the cottage and interactive gardens where visitors may play bocce or practice their putting skills. Located next to the carriage shed, the greenhouse will explode with a variety of orchids. Those seeking relaxation will enjoy many water features located throughout the property.
The project benefits Doylestown Hospital and select V.I.A. community causes. A major portion of the profits is dedicated to the completion of the organization’s $500,000 pledge toward construction and expansion of a new state-of-the-art Emergency Department at the Doylestown Hospital.
The Bucks County Designer House & Gardens, boutiques and café will be open daily from May 3 to May 31 following the Preview Gala on May 1.  The hours are Monday through Wednesday 10-4, Thursday and Friday 10-7, Saturday 10-4, Sunday from 12-6.
Information and tickets for house tours as well as many accompanying events, such as complimentary seminars, fashions shows and teas, may be obtained by visiting www.BucksCountyDesignerHouse.org or by calling (215) 345-2191.

Plumstead Christian’s 41st Annual Spring Fair and Auction
May 2nd at 10 A.M.
Plumstead Christian School will again welcome the community at its 41st Annual Spring Fair and Auction. The PCS Spring Fair is known for some of the most tasty food offerings in the area. Fair visitors can indulge in delicious fair food, including their famous chicken barbecue, hamburgers, hot dogs, baked goods and a Plumstead tradition—strawberry pie. The highlight of the day is the live and silent auction where patrons can bid on new products, collectibles, antiques, professional services, quilts toys and other items. Other features at the fair include Grandma’s Attic, the auto and cycle show, a rock wall, children’s carnival, horse rides, a dunk tank and a vendors area that highlights local merchants. The Plumsteadville campus, located on Route 611 north of Doylestown, is transformed into a multi-acre fairground, food court, and auction house— all staffed by teams of volunteer parents and faculty. For more information about the Spring Fair and Auction, as well as PCS’ education, and directions to the school, call (215) 766-8073 or visit www.plumsteadchristian.org.

Cocktails for Charity
Every Friday in May, from 7 to 9 P.M.
Start your weekend off with a thirst quenching cocktail at the Brick Hotel. Every Friday night in May, the Brick Hotel invites you to have a cocktail and support your local charities. They offer four dollar specialty cocktails and a half-price appetizer menu. The charity event entitled “Cocktails for a Cause” provides a raffle that offers an array of prizes. Some prizes include a night stay at the 250-year-old Brick Hotel and a bottle of their favorite wine. The hotel is located in the Newtown Borough on 1 E. Washington Avenue and has 15 picturesque guest rooms, with a delicious brunch on Sundays. Don’t forget to stop in and have dinner at their steakhouse-inspired restaurant. For more information, visit www.brickhotel.com or call (215) 860-8313.

21st Annual Tyler Tasting Party
Friday, June 5th from 7 to 11 P.M.
Join us for the Tyler Tasting Party, the College’s premier food and wine tasting event, featuring food, wine, and spirits from 40 of Bucks County’s finest restaurants, wineries, breweries, bakeries and caterers.  There will be a silent and live auction, as well as dancing under the stars in Tyler Gardens to jazz band Doylestown Heat. Proceeds benefit the students in the College’s Historic Preservation Program and the restoration of historic Tyler Hall. The event will be taking place at the Newtown Campus on 275 Swamp Road. For more information and to order tickets, call (215) 968-8224, or visit www.tylertasting.com.  Tickets can be purchased for $125.

Jazz Night at the Michener
Saturday, May 2nd from 8 to 11 P.M.
Indulge in the smooth jazz of Terell Stafford and friends at the Michener Museum. Terell Stafford is a gifted trumpet player who combines lyricism with an adventurous melodic tone. Stafford has performed with groups such as Benny Golson’s Sextet, legendary piano player McCoy Tyner’s Sextet and the Jon Faddis Orchestra. There will be an hors d’oeuvre reception from 8 to 10 P.M., with the galleries open to peruse while waiting for the concert. Appetizers and desserts will be presented by Havana Catering and refreshments presented by River Horse Brewing Company and Sand Castle Winery. The concert will take place in the Ann and Herman Silverman Pavilion—general admission seating is $34 for members and $40 for non-members. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Jazz night. The Michener Museum is located on 138 S. Pine Street in Doylestown. For more information on the concert and to reserve a table, please call (215) 340-9800 or visit www.michenerartmuseum.org.

Our Contest Winner!
Congratulations to Lisa Linn of Falls Township, Pa for winning our beach house contest! Linn works in Yardley as a real estate associate broker at Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Along with her husband Shawn, they are the proud parents of Victoria and Connor, who are in 8th and 6th grade.