Now Scheduled Thru Friday, September 23, 2011

New Hope, PA (July 27, 2011) – The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce and Lambertville Chamber of Commerce have announced a three-week extension of Friday Night Fireworks, a spectacle of lights over the Delaware River. The 15-week summer-long promotion kicked-off on Friday, May 27 every Friday night at 9:30 pm. Due to three unforeseen cancellations because of inclement weather and high waters in June and early July, the Chambers of Commerce will provide an additional three weeks of fireworks including September 9, September 16, and September 23. Our safety-first policy will continue to be enforced. If additional cancellations are made over the coming weeks, Friday Night Fireworks will be consecutively extended after September 23 to make-up for any missed shows.

Orchestrated by Garden State Fireworks, the breath taking ten-minute firework show has illuminated the sky over the Delaware River to thousands of spectators each week. Friday Night Fireworks are not publically funded. Anyone wishing to help support this special event – Friday Night Fireworks are made possible through 100% private donations from local/corporate business owners, residents and tourists – visit the website www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com or stop by the VIP park on Friday nights and make a cash donation.

Situated along the banks of the Delaware River, the quaint village of New Hope provides the perfect getaway destination for all ages and interests. This sophisticated yet relaxed country town in scenic Bucks County, Pennsylvania offers unique shopping; live music and theatre; historic barge, train and horse-drawn carriage rides; museums, art galleries and antique shops; fine restaurants and casual fare; plus romantic bed & breakfasts and family-friendly hotels - all within one square-mile.  The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote the economic, civil, commercial, cultural, artistic, historical and educational interests of the area.  Visit the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce at www.VisitNewHope.com or call 215.862.9990.

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Press Contact:
Carol Ann Della Penna
917.327.9477
c.dellapenna@verizon.net

Live Musical Performances By Brooke Shive & The 45’s
And The Award-winning Student Ensemble, Jazz Academy
Friday, August 5, 2011 at 9:30 PM

New Hope, PA (July 27, 2011) – The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce and Lambertville Chamber of Commerce have a special Friday night on August 5, 2011. Kathy Sledge of the popular singing sensation, Sister Sledge will host the countdown following live performances of two very special musical guests: Brooke Shive & The 45’s and the Jazz Academy. Both performances take place in the New Hope, PA park adjacent to the footbridge to Lambertville, NJ.

Last season, Brooke Shive performed a live concert during Friday Night Fireworks to a huge audience and with overwhelming success. The Jazz Academy at Solebury School is made up of approximately 30 high-school aged students from Ewing, New Hope and the Creative Arts High School in Camden. They will perform two concerts starting at 7:00 pm at the New Hope Ivyland Railroad. Sometime after 8:00 pm, the Jazz Academy will join the concert in the park where they are expected to perform jazz standards and pop songs including the hit Sister Sledge single, “We Are Family.” Also joining the Jazz Academy are college students from the prestigious Oberlin Conservatory in Ohio.

Due to several cancellations as a result of inclement weather, Friday Night Fireworks have been extended through September 23, 2011. The revised schedule of special guests to host the countdown is as follows:

• July 29 – Frank Napurano / WDVR Radio
• August 5 – Kathy Sledge / Sister Sledge
• August 12 – Robert Hillier / Architect
• August 19 – Raymond Boccuti / New Hope-Solebury School District Superintendent
• August 26 – Santore Family / Garden State Fireworks
• September 2 – Michael Smerconish / Radio Personality
• September 9 – TBD
• September 16 – TBD
• September 23 – Larry Keller/Mayor of New Hope

Friday Night Fireworks kicked-off the second season on May 27 to hundreds of spectators as state representative Bernie O’Neill hosted the first countdown. Every Friday night at 9:30 pm until September 2, 2011, Garden State Fireworks illuminates the sky over the Delaware River with a glittering ten-minute firework show. The 15-week summer promotion is 100% funded through private donations made from local businesses and residences.

To make a donation or for more information visit: www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com. In the case of inclement weather, please check the website by 12 noon on Friday’s for possible cancellations. Follow us on Facebook at Lambertville-New Hope Fireworks and Twitter at EnjoyNewHope.

Situated along the banks of the Delaware River, the quaint village of New Hope provides the perfect getaway destination for all ages and interests. This sophisticated yet relaxed country town in scenic Bucks County, Pennsylvania offers unique shopping; live music and theatre; historic barge, train and horse-drawn carriage rides; museums, art galleries and antique shops; fine restaurants and casual fare; plus romantic bed & breakfasts and family-friendly hotels - all within one square-mile.  The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote the economic, civil, commercial, cultural, artistic, historical and educational interests of the area.  Visit the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce at www.VisitNewHope.com or call 215.862.9990.

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Press Contact:
Carol Ann Della Penna
Della Penna Media
917.327.9477
c.dellapenna@verizon.net

We continue to have Safety First as our primary goal in delivering our weekly summer fireworks. Therefore, it is with great regret, we must cancel the fireworks for this evening, Friday, 24 June.

The Delaware River is elevated well above the safety level to securely anchor the barge to maintain stability in swift current waters.

We guarantee to provide fifteen fireworks displays for the 2011 fireworks season, contingent upon gaining approvals and permits from our local and state agencies.

NEW HOPE & LAMBERTVILLE CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
Announce Weekly Special Celebrity Guests To Countdown
FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS

New Hope, PA (June 6, 2011) – The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce and Lambertville Chamber of Commerce are making Friday nights even more thrilling with the addition of weekly special “celebrity guests” to host the countdown. Every Friday night at 9:30 pm, the Chambers have coordinated a special guest to initiate the countdown of blasting-off fireworks from the Delaware River. The schedule is as follows:

• June 10 – David DelVecchio /Mayor of Lambertville
• June 17 – Michael Smerconish /Radio Personality
• June 24 – Sharon and Preston Harrison /Local Artists
• July 1 – Marty Moss Coane /NPR host of Radio Times
• July 8 – Robert Facchina /CEO Johanna Farms
• July 15 – Mira Nakashima /Famed woodworker and David Rago / “Antiques Roadshow” Appraiser & Auctioneer
• July 22 – Mike Fitzpatrick /US Congressman
• July 29 – Frank Napurano /WDVR Radio
• August 5 – Kathy Sledge /Sister Sledge member
• August 12 – Robert Hillier / Architect
• August 19 – Raymond Boccuti /New Hope-Solebury School District Superintendent
• August 26 – Santore Family / Garden State Fireworks
• September 2 – Larry Keller / Mayor of New Hope

Friday Night Fireworks kicked-off the second season on May 27 to hundreds of spectators as state representative Bernie O’Neill hosted the first countdown. Every Friday night at 9:30 pm until September 2, 2011, Garden State Fireworks illuminates the sky over the Delaware River with a glittering ten-minute firework show. The fireworks are an example of how two communities came together to not only boost the economy in these beautiful river towns but also enrich local community relations. The 15-week summer promotion is 100% funded through private donations made from local businesses and residences.

To make a donation or for more information, visit www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com. In the case of inclement weather, please check the website by 12 noon on Friday’s for possible cancellations. Follow us on Facebook at Lambertville-New Hope Fireworks and Twitter at EnjoyNewHope.

Contact:
Carol Ann Della Penna
Della Penna Media
917.327.9477
c.dellapenna@verizon.net

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: New Hope, PA – May 6, 2011 – The New Hope and Ivyland Railroad is offering a new service. Excursions from our Buckingham Valley train station to New Hope every Friday Night May 27th thru September 2nd for New Hope’s Friday Night Fireworks Show.

This trip offers passengers a relaxed ride through beautiful Bucks County while enjoying the many benefits the railroad has to offer. Sit back and partake in an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink and leave the headache of driving to us. The railroad offers a large variety of spirits, beers, and sodas, and juices in our fully stocked bar onboard.

There is no fee to park at our Buckingham Station. A service attendant will be present at all times to help with any information you may have in regards to the train excursion, or the festivities in New Hope. Our goal is to make your visit to New Hope a pleasant one, without the worries of traffic or parking.

There are two departure times to choose from. Trains depart the Buckingham Valley Station at 6:15 pm & 8:15 pm. Fireworks commence at 9:30 pm One train, departing New Hope at 10:30pm, will return all passengers to their vehicles in Buckingham Valley.

Buckingham Station is located at 4471 Upper Mountain Rd, Furlong, PA. (Or the corner of Upper Mountain Road and Route 413)

Ticket fares:

• Walk-up sales:
• Adults (12 and up): $25.00
• Child (2 thru 11): $20.00
• Under 2: $4.00
  
  
• Reserved (online):
• Adults (12 and up): $23.00
• Child (2 thru 11): $18.00
• Under 2: $4.00

The New Hope & Ivyland Railroad, located at 32 West Bridge Street in New Hope, PA offers scenic train rides through the beautiful hills and valleys of historic Bucks County. Train rides along with other special events are available year round. For a detailed schedule, advanced reservations and other information please visit www.newhoperailroad.com or call 215-862-2332.

Contact:
Shane Pfrommer
spfrommer@newhoperailroad.com
32 W Bridge Street,
New Hope, PA 18938
Ph: 215-862-6167, or 215-862-2332

FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS BLAST OFF A TEST RUN IN CELEBRATION OF GAY PRIDE FESTIVAL 
Friday, May 13, 2011 at 8:30 pm 

New Hope, PA (April 26, 2011) – The Greater New Hope and Lambertville Chambers of Commerce will kick-off the 2nd annual Friday Night Fireworks with a preview test run on Friday, May 13, 2011 at 8:30 pm. This preview will celebrate the 8th annual week-long gay pride festival, New Hope Celebrates Pride. Garden State Fireworks will light up the sky via a barge, constructed by Niece Lumber, on the Delaware River.

Daniel Brooks, founder and executive director of New Hope Celebrates, commented, “We are honored and moved that the Chambers have partnered with NHC to literally illuminate our mission by providing colorful fireworks. NHC’s goal for the festival is to stimulate lesbian, gay, transgendered and bisexual (LGBT) tourism in the region while simultaneously celebrating the connection that we all feel in living inclusively, harmoniously and safely together within it.”

Visit www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com for more information on viewing spots, public parking, bathrooms and weather updates. Friday Night Fireworks will commence on Friday, May 27 at 9:30 pm for the following 15 weeks. Friday Night Fireworks are 100% funded through private donations from businesses, residents and general patrons. If you would like to make a tax-deductible contribution, please send a check to: New Hope/Lambertville Fireworks, P.O. Box 633, New Hope, PA 18938.

Visit www.NewHopeCelebrates.com for more information on the gay pride festival.

Situated along the banks of the Delaware River, the quaint village of New Hope provides the perfect getaway destination for all ages and interests. This sophisticated yet relaxed country town in scenic Bucks County, Pennsylvania offers unique shopping; live music and theatre; historic barge, train and horse-drawn carriage rides; museums, art galleries and antique shops; fine restaurants and casual fare; plus romantic bed & breakfasts and family-friendly hotels - all within one square-mile.  The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote the economic, civil, commercial, cultural, artistic, historical and educational interests of the area.  Visit the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce at www.NewHopeChamber.com or call 215.862.9990.

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Press Contact: Carol Ann Della Penna Della Penna Media Group 917.327.9477 c.dellapenna@verizon.net

New Hope & Lambertville Chambers of Commerce Announce the Return of Friday Night Fireworks!

15-WEEKS OF LIGHTS OVER THE RIVER

Friday, May 27 – Friday, September 2, 2011

New Hope, PA (April 1, 2011) – Back by popular demand, the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce and Lambertville Chamber of Commerce are announcing the return of Friday Night Fireworks, a spectacle of lights over the Delaware River. The 15-week summer long promotion kicks-off on Friday, May 27 every Friday night at 9:30 pm until September 2, 2011. Orchestrated by Garden State Fireworks, a glittering ten-minute firework show will illuminate the sky over the Delaware River for the summer season. In addition, most retail businesses on both sides of the river will stay open late. Visit www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com for more information.

“The response from last year’s fireworks displays was overwhelmingly positive and exceeded our expectations,” commented Nick Gialias, owner of Logan Inn and vice president of the New Hope Chamber of Commerce. “The fireworks brought many people into to New Hope and Lambertville to enjoy the shops, restaurants, inns, scenery and more.  Patrons coming this year will have an opportunity to experience that New Hope & Lambertville are the premier summertime destinations.”

Bill Scandone, New Hope Chamber of Commerce board member and Borough Council member further added, “Our Chambers of Commerce worked diligently to make Friday Night Fireworks the success it achieved. This season we promise to make Friday nights even more spectacular with the continued support of both communities and Garden State Fireworks illuminating the sky.”

Glen Stephan, owner of the Stephan House and president of New Hope Chamber of Commerce also added, “Our ‘safety first’ policy will once again be addressed every week with regard to weather and general concerns.”

Anyone wishing to help donate to the fund – Friday Night Fireworks are made possible through 100% financial donations from local/corporate business owners, residents and tourists – visit the website www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com. Donations will also be collected during Lambertville’s Shad Fest on April 30 and May 1, 2011 at the Lambertville Chamber of Commerce booth. Limited edition photographs, prints and note cards will be sold with 100% of profits raised going to directly to the Friday Night Fireworks.

Also in the works are special celebrity guests to conduct the countdown, live music and other promotions. In the case of inclement weather, please check the website by 12 noon on Friday’s for possible cancellations. Follow us on Facebook at Lambertville-New Hope Fireworks and Twitter at EnjoyNewHope.

Situated along the banks of the Delaware River, the quaint village of New Hope provides the perfect getaway destination for all ages and interests. This sophisticated yet relaxed country town in scenic Bucks County, Pennsylvania offers unique shopping; live music and theatre; historic barge, train and horse-drawn carriage rides; museums, art galleries and antique shops; fine restaurants and casual fare; plus romantic bed & breakfasts and family-friendly hotels - all within one square-mile.  The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote the economic, civil, commercial, cultural, artistic, historical and educational interests of the area.  Visit the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce at www.NewHopeChamber.com or call 215.862.9990. ###

Press Contact:

Carol Ann Della Penna 
917.327.9477 
c.dellapenna@verizon.net

Some press on BucksLocalNews.com - New Hope Gazette

The Greater New Hope and Lambertville Chambers of Commerce test run of the fireworks last Friday night was a huge success! This Friday,  9:30 p.m. marks the premiere of the 15-week Friday Night Fireworks promotion. Our Chambers will illuminate the sky over the Delaware River for a ten-minute show via a barge constructed by Niece Lumber. Retail businesses on both sides of the river will remain open until 10:00 pm

Read more - http://www.buckslocalnews.com/articles/2010/06/15/new_hope_gazette/news/

Some press on BucksHappening.com - 

"Last Friday, Bucks Happening headed over to New Hope to check out the Friday Night Fireworks from the New Hope/Lambertville Bridge. The excitement of the crowd was infectious as tons of people had gathered to see the 9:30pm show"

Read more... http://www.buckshappening.com/new-hope-fireworks-go-off-with-a-bang