Newtown, PA July 2023

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Securing Summer Fun

Are you relaxing by the pool and soaking in some much-needed Vitamin D? We sure hope so. There’s just something about the summer season that brings about a sense of excitement and adventure.

Sure, fall includes favorite flavors and scents, winter has cozy charms, and I can’t deny the beauty of spring’s freshness. But when the summer solstice rolls around, I’m more than ready for the long, languid days sitting by the ocean down the shore or floating in a boat at a lake in the Poconos.

Even if summer doesn’t mean three months of summer vacation anymore (because we’re, you know, adults) we can still look forward to an adventure by crossing things off our ultimate summer bucket list and curling up with a new favorite beach read.

Just like this warm, sun-filled season has a way of bringing people together, we hope the pages inside this month’s edition will enrich and enliven your experience of the Newtown, New Hope, Upper Makefield, Washington Crossing and Wrightstown area this summer.

Hooray for summer,

July 2023

PUBLISHER

Dana Weissenberg

Dana.Weissenberg@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Julie Brown Patton | julie.patton@citylifestyle.com

SALES DIRECTOR

Catrina Tier | Ryan.Ahern@citylifestyle.com

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Ryan Ahern | catrina.tier@citylifestyle.com

STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Jeff Robinson

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Erica Brooke Gordon, John Fiduccia, Becky Libourel Diamond, Julie Brown Patton

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Heather Raub/FrontRoom Images, Michael Napp/M. Snaps Media, Blue Jar Photography, A. Taylor Studio

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA Mindy Hargesheimer

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

AD DESIGNER Evan Deuvall

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kelsi Southard

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city scene

Where neighbors can see and be seen.

1: Marcolla Realty announced First Responder program assisting first responders to qualify for $3,000 at closing

2: Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick presented Dave Marcolla with an official flag flown over Pennsylvania State Capital Building. 3: Local fire rescue and ambulance companies’ representatives received a $2,500 donation from Marcolla Realty. Photography Courtesy of Marcolla Realty

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business monthly

A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Newtown

Coinciding with celebrating 10 years of business for Barre3 Newtown, owner/instructor Lauren Ziel says she's moving the studio from 2875 S. Eagle Road to Suite 103 in Summit Square during July. Barre 3 Newtown guides customers through workouts that combine strength, cardio and mindfulness. She says while the studio will be closed for a few days during relocating, she plans to have outdoor classes to continue with the journey of balance, strength and empowerment.

Newtown Borough Council Seeks Volunteers For These Positions

Most current openings are for one member or one alternate each:  Environmental Advisory Council;  Human Relations Commission; Joint Historic Commission; Recreation Board;  Shade Tree Commission; Zoning Hearing Board; Parking & Signs Management Committee; and Walk Friendly Newtown Committee. Any borough residents willing to volunteer are expected to supply a letter of interest and complete the borough's volunteer application. For questions, call the Office of the Borough Secretary at 215.968.2109.

Secure Fresh Sushi Dining This Summer In New Hope

Nozomu Sushi at 9 West Mechanic Street in New Hope greets patrons with a fresh sushi bar filled with Japanese favorites prepared right before their eyes. The extensive menu includes 14 different appetizers; 15 classic rolls; nine vegetarian rolls; five different house salads, including seaweed, sashimi, poke and spicy kani; 17 different signature rolls, including the New Hope, the Mechanic Street, and the Naritoi; six sushi/sashimi selections; and 10 a la carte items.

Barre3

2.0: "Going To Be Better Than Ever"

NBA Annual Antique & Classic Car Show Is This Month

Newtown Business Association's 2023 Antique & Classic Car Show is slated for July 23, with a rain date of July 30. This State Street free event will feature autos from 1900 to 1997. NBA organizers state trophies and prizes will be awarded. More than 140 cars are expected to exhibit until 3 p.m., including Classics, Trucks, Modified/ Custom and Special Interest vehicles; cars must arrive by 10 a.m. to participate. Email info@newtownba.org for additional details.

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AN IMMERSIVE GARDEN, HOME, AND OUTDOOR LIVING EXPERIENCE DEEPLY ROOTED IN NATURE

TERRAIN CAFE IS OPEN IN DOYLESTOWN, PA ON THE CAMPUS OF DELAWARE VALLEY UNIVERSITY

Dine at Terrain Cafe for brunch, dinner, or at our vibrant bar for a dining experience that celebrates the cycle of the seasons and the bounty of the land. Make a reservation on OpenTable now by scanning the QR code to the right.

FARM, GARDEN, NURSERY

Hortulus Destination Farmstead Offers Tranquility, Pure Interactions With Nature

PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY HORTULUS

Reconnect. Delight. Educate. Inspire. As an important resource for local ornamental horticulture, regenerative agriculture and community events, Hortulus is a 100-acre 18th-century farmstead and nursery operation, situated amidst beautiful, rolling hills at 60 Thompson Mill Road in Wrightstown.

During this April, Hortulus team members celebrated their second season opener under the stewardship of the Kontz family. Local landscape designer/ owner of PLANT Design Group, Jon Kontz, along with his wife, Ariel, and their three young children, lead the operation.

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“It’s our mission to create encounters with the beauty in nature and one another through this beloved farm and experiences we create here,” says Jon.

“The idea of inspiring a whole new generation of gardening enthusiasts energizes us,” adds Ariel. “We’re excited to invest in our community and planet via horticulture, and in doing so, inspire our neighbors alongside us.”

Founded in 2008, The Hortulus Farm Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community destination with a mission to ensure this historic property will continue to exist as a public place of tranquility and horticultural inspiration in perpetuity. Jon is the president of the foundation’s board of directors.

The gardens’ portion, previously under multiple owners, was created by famed garden and event designer Renny Reynolds and noted garden author Jack Staub. The gardens have been called “one of Pennsylvania’s secret treasures” and “a garden of world-class charm.”

A longtime member of Greater Philadelphia Gardens, in 2015, Hortulus Farm was honored by being made the second-only-in-their-history Affiliate Garden of The Garden Conservancy, giving it major new national prominence.

The property is the ancient seat of the Thompson and Warner families and an original William Penn land grant of 1683. The Isaiah Warner house, the classic stone home that centers the property, was built between 1793 and 1830, and was added to the U.S. National Registry of Historic Places in 2004. Two immense dairy barns, as well as other outbuildings, were added in about 1860, and the property was worked as a significant dairy operation by the original owners’ descendants into the 20th century.

The staff has an array of rare flowering trees, plants and palms that customers can use to decorate private events, weddings or parties. Whether looking for tabletop olive topiaries, rosemary standards, aged terra cotta or 12-foot palm trees, the staff can

accommodate events, including design, white glove delivery and pickup service.

Jon says the nursery’s ever-changing stock includes tropicals, standards, espaliers, topiaries, their signature caged and frame-grown specimens, and a superb collection of hard-to-find perennials, shrubs and annuals.

Hortulus also offers furniture, garden tools, pottery, home decor products, festivals, vendor marketplaces, gift cards and seasonal special events. Plans are slated to again host an Hortulus European Christmas Market in December.

NEW OPTION LAUNCHED

This year, Hortulus Farm team members broke ground for a future Children’s Botanical Play Garden. “As a leading destination for nature enthusiasts and families, it’s always been our mission to create an experience filled with wonder, exploration and imagination. With the addition of the Children’s Botanical Play Garden, we’re taking this mission to the next level,” Jon says.

Designed as a restorative environment, Ariel says the Children’s Botanical Play Garden will provide a space where families can escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and reconnect with each other and with nature.

“Our hope is to foster a love for the natural world and joyful discovery in every child who visits,” adds Lindsey Vogel, Hortulus marketing director.

This unique garden will feature a variety of interactive exhibits, including a sensory garden and butterfly habitat. Lindsey says carefully curated exhibits are being designed to engage children’s senses and inspire creativity and curiosity.

Ariel states they believe that connecting with nature is essential to people’s well-being.

Those interested may donate to the new garden project, with funds going toward creating and maintaining the garden.

Hortulus partners with

Residence program to provide a series of weekend art events featuring varied mixed media and installation artists through the summer.

HORTULUS FARM PARTNERS: THE GARDEN CONSERVANCY

From the nation’s largest garden preservation organization, Hortulus Farm was made an Affiliate Garden of The Conservancy in 2015, the second only in their history.

GREATER PHILADELPHIA

GARDENS

Philadelphia is America’s Garden Capital, where one can visit 30-plus public gardens, arboreta, and historic landscapes. Member gardens include Longwood Gardens, Winterthur, Chanticleer: A Pleasure Garden, Mt. Cuba, Bartram’s Garden, and Hortulus Farm.

THE JAMES A. MICHENER MUSEUM

The Michener Art Museum in Doylestown is a wonderful regional museum exhibiting both American and International paintings, sculpture, craft and design, and, most particularly, the work of Bucks County Impressionists. Hortulus Farm representatives loaned a number of important paintings to the museum and entered into a partnership with its staff regarding an annual "Art In The Garden" installation.

AUDUBON OF NEW JERSEY

Founded in 1897, the New Jersey Audubon Society fosters environmental awareness, protecting New Jersey's birds, mammals, other animals and plants, especially endangered and threatened species, and promoting preservation of valuable habitats. Hortulus Farm became an official NJ Audubon destination site in 2014, with 44 species of avian life identified to date.

Note that Hortulus public garden tours are slated to re-open during May 2024.

215.598.0550

HortulusFarm.com

BE UNIQUE WITH A COMPANY DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Newtown resident Brian Miller is the CEO and founder of 2B Unique Web Solutions. The company, launched in New York City, Brian’s hometown, started at the top of the century in 2000. The concept of advertising and marketing "online," let alone doing business electronically, was in its infancy then, and Brian had the foresight to get into the business early.

In its 23rd year of business, 2B Unique has serviced 700-plus clients globally. The portfolio covers categories from fashion retailers to restaurants. Though the client reach is global, to see 2B Unique’s work locally, visit La Stalla, Erini or Refresh Wellness where 2B Unique professionals assisted in everything digital.

"Websites are only part of 2B Unique offerings, but often are clients' entry points," Brian says.

Digital marketing, corporate branding, content development and reputation management are other areas in which 2B Unique shines. They're also one of the main players in search engine optimization (SEO), the engine that gets companies noticed and that generates quality traffic and leads. This is an area in which 2B

Unique specializes and has seen the most growth over time.

“'Stand Out from the Competition'  is how we describe our company's mission for clients," Brian assures. "The websites we develop are unique, beautifully created and tailor-made for each client’s business and desire. Custom design and creating online experiences are ways in which we separate ourselves at 2B Unique."

Digital media moves at lightning speed and Brian notes that in the past five years, the desire of companies to embark on digital transformations has grown exponentially. This includes a strong appetite for more SEO, and improved ways to advertise and sell online through best-fit social media content, he says.

Though creating a website can be done with the DIY kits offered online, Brian says those options generate “cookie cutter” websites and lack creativity. Those websites often can’t deliver specific customer requirements, he adds. "2B Unique bridges that gap and takes pride in the quality and customer-specific products we design."

Brian moved the company from New York City to his current office in Holland at 295 Buck Road well before it was in vogue to do business remotely. He says he made the decision as he was conducting most of his business remotely, and reducing the cost associated with a Manhattan address allowed him to pass the savings onto his clients, making dealing with the company attractive from a cost perspective.

Engaging with a boutique size company, such as 2B Unique, enables clients to have professional digital existence with the warmth of dealing directly with company principals. Brian says he's personally involved in every project and makes sure client satisfaction remains at the forefront.

2B Unique experts stay current by following all trends in website and digital marketing and keeping all clients up-todate in their technology, says the CEO. "We stay ahead of the game and keep our clients at the top of theirs by utilizing proprietary algorithms to maximize exposure and have them maintain lead position on searches," he states.

2B Unique customer reviews and feedback can be found online at Trustpilot. com, the industry's most respected repository for transparent business reviews. The site tells a consistent, positive story of what working with 2B Unique will be like.

Summer is the perfect time for company teams to have their digital landscape audited to see how they rank among the competition and if they're maximizing value online. If considering a digital transformation in time for the holidays, now is the time to get it underway. 2B Unique Web Solutions managers position themselves as one of the most experienced technology and web-based companies available, and the company is large enough to take on any project, while small enough to foster that long-term customer-to-client relationship.

267.753.0247

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Summer Food Fun

LIVEN UP MEALS WITH FESTIVE WARM-WEATHER TIPS

Summer foods should be fun and flavorful. Use fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley and mint, to garnish both sweet and savory foods. Serve on colorful, uniquely shaped dishes for striking presentation combinations. Meals should be as attractive as they are delicious!

ENTREES:

Cold main dish salads, such as chicken, tuna and shrimp, are perfect when temperatures soar. For an eye-catching presentation, serve lobster salad in its own shell; garnish with celery tips, olives or capers.

SIDE DISHES:

Combine complementary salads into one bowl. Nestle a tomato salad inside cucumber salad for a pop of color and an interesting texture contrast. It also helps free up space on a cookout table and makes for a more streamlined cleanup.

DESSERTS:

Instead of using icing to decorate a cake or brownies, place a doily on top and sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar to create a pretty pattern. Serve with berries and fresh whipped cream.

BEVERAGES:

Make flavored ice cubes using fresh fruit and herbs. Place slices of cucumbers, citrus fruit, peaches, berries, basil and mint into ice cube trays, fill with water and freeze. Add to mixed drinks, seltzer water or lemonade for a variety of taste combinations.

Becky Libourel Diamond is a food writer, researcher and librarian. Her latest book, The Gilded Age Cookbook, which includes a chapter on Outdoor Eats, will be published in August 2023. She lives in Yardley.

Summer Is For Smiles

NEWTOWN DENTISTRY: GETTING WHOLE FAMILY TREATED IN ONE DAY MEANS MORE TIME FOR SUMMER FUN

Summer conjures up images of family time and fun in the sun. Yet, it's also a good time to take care of dental needs before kids return to school and teens go off to college, something the team at Newtown Dentistry knows firsthand.

Newtown Dentistry is a full-service practice at 46 Blacksmith Road for all ages, offering a spectrum of services from routine cleanings and dental procedures to orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening. The prac-

aspects of oral development and oral care, offering a one-stop shop for dental and oral needs for the entire family. Parents and children can be seen at the same time, and dual appointments for those with braces are even offered where patients can get their teeth cleaned while also having their braces adjusted (with the wires out).

Summer is a great time to start treatment so patients can get adjusted to the appliances and develop good oral hygiene habits early, states Heather Albert, D.M.D., Newtown Dentistry's board-certified orthodontist. The practice offers complimentary orthodontic consultations with a customized treatment plan to fit the needs of both kids and adults. Both metal and clear braces, with a variety of complementary colors, are available as well as 3M Clarity aligners, retainers and sports guards. “Adults and teens really like the option of clear aligners. The aligner technology has come so far, allowing us to treat more complex cases," says Dr. Heather.

Innovation is important to the team at Newtown Dentistry. For orthodontics, they employ a 3D scanner, eliminating the need for traditional impressions, and digital X-rays, allowing for precise treatment planning. When it comes to general dentistry, artificial intelligence (AI) technology is used to detect cavities, while wisdom teeth are evaluated using a state-of-the-art 3-D pan machine.

In fact, the wisdom teeth evaluation process begins early, with a trusted oral surgeon performing evaluations in all patients, especially those undergoing orthodontics, following treatment completion or around age 15.

Newtown Dentistry operates based on the philosophy that no two patients are the same. “Treatment is 100% customized for each patient,” says Christine Landes, D.M.D., a board-certified pediatric dentist known around the office as Dr. Chris. “No one is the same, and your treatment shouldn’t be either.”

In addition, the practice ensures all patients can receive comprehensive, quality dental work by offering in-house saving plans for those who are uninsured or underinsured.

Dr. Chris says this personalized approach extends to their ability to make sure children and teens feel comfortable and at ease during procedures. These professionals make it their mission to develop personal connections with each patient. Additionally, team members are always available by phone, even outside of office hours, with Dr. Chris answering all of her emergency calls.

Many people experience anxiety, inconvenience and financial unknowns at dental offices. Conversely, the Newtown Dentistry team members assure that they've created a fun, immersive experience where children and adults can feel at home, and part of the

extended dental group at the office, by providing care without fear, as well as convenient, multi-practice scheduling and simple financial solutions, such as an in-house dental savings plan.

“We offer a personal family feel that is lost in today’s world,” Dr. Chris adds.

Newtown Dentistry patients seem to agree. “The entire experience is enjoyable, relaxing and professional. It's a breath of fresh air,” says one satisfied, loyal patient. Adds another patient, “My kids have so much fun when they go to see Dr. Chris that I have a hard time getting them to leave after their appointment. Everything is exceptional, from the kind greeters and the relaxing music to the level of cleanliness and the age-appropriate care to the knowledge of the dentist.”

“Seeing the families smile and have fun while they are in their dental home” is what makes Dr. Chris smile the most, she says.

Maggie Rosenberger, D.M.D., a general dentistry practitioner at Newtown Dentistry, adds, “We’re able to serve our awesome community of patients in all aspects of their dental needs and have a great time with the best team doing it.”

Newtown Dentistry for Kids

Newtown Orthodontics

Newtown Dentistry for Adults

215.770.3896

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Newtown Dentistry professionals remind us that summer is one of the best times to take care of various dental needs before kids return to school, teens go off to college and adults typically have more flexibility in schedules.

events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

Independence Day Celebration: Rebels & Redcoats Car Show

WASHINGTON CROSSING HISTORIC PARK | 10:00 AM

Classic car owners can compete in the fifth annual show, featuring American, French, British and German cars, representing four countries involved in Revolutionary War; show-condition cars from model years 1998 and earlier welcome. There's also an open class for cars of any make/model/year. Prizes are determined by peer judging. All proceeds benefit the nonprofit Friends of Washington Crossing Park’s historical and educational programming.

JULY 9TH

Making It Up: An Afternoon Of Family Improv

NEWTOWN THEATRE | 3:00 PM

This family-friendly improv comedy event is a fast-paced, no-safety-net, tight-rope walk of a show with no script, so it's completely made up on the spot. Every element is inspired by audience suggestions. Led by Bucks County-based Unscripted Productions, the show consists of games, scenes and scenarios that will get volunteers up on stage – kids and adults alike. Tickets: TheNewtownTheatre.com/events/2023/7/9/Improv

JULY 15TH

Keep The Change Band Acoustic

SYCAMORE GRILL | 8:00 PM

Join a rare summer appearance featuring Jeff Perlman on vocals and Ricky Haldis on guitar. They provide high-energy rock'n'roll within the confines of an acoustic setting. They cover the songs that hit hard and reel in listeners, songs that keep people singing and dancing along and wanting more music with an attitude.

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Jennifer’s Newtown showroom allows for a creative experience unparalleled to any other in the area.

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CITY LIFESTYLE

Summer Bucket List

Welcome, summer! As a hyper-local publication, we thrive on helping our readers make connections with the cities they live in, the businesses that make up their communities and the inspiring individuals making a positive mark.

Are you ready for your most adventurous, fun summer? Here are summer bucket list ideas for you to accomplish this year. We hope you’ll explore a new neighborhood, spend a lazy Saturday afternoon at a new winery or taste the flavors at a local ice cream shop. Let us know what you discover and enjoy! We’d love to hear.

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