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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2020 PUBLISHER

Dana Weissenberg | Dana.Weissenberg@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Ashley Barrett Kanoff | ashley.kanoff@lifestylepubs.com

Let’s Hear It for the Boys!

SPEAKING OF FATHER'S DAY, MY DAD ALWAYS USED TO SAY “YOU CAN’T CONTROL THE WIND, BUT YOU CAN ADJUST YOUR SAILS.” Those words of wisdom really resonate with me these days. Newtown Lifestyle is a small,

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mandate . That said, our focus has been to stay the course and control what we can. We will continue to connect to the community, highlight our local heroes and businesses, and remain optimistic that this is temporary. In this issue, some local businesses will share how they are recalibrating to make sure they service their customers as best they can. They are beyond appreciative for all the love and support they've been receiving. Please continue to support them and our little town.

Happy Father's Day to all our dads out there! Please see our ideas for a backyard BBQ and some fun gift ideas for dear ole dad! Thank you to our ad partners, writers and photographers for being nimble as we navigate through alternative ways to do business. We are here to help in any way we can. Please feel free to email anytime Dana.Weissenberg@lifestylepubs.com. Stay healthy! We are NEWTOWN STRONG!!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2020

FEATURES 10 Celebrate Dad with a BBQ Whether in quarantine or not, the best Father’s Day gift is time and some good bbq

16 Rebuilding Together Local businesses recalibrate in the wake of COVID-19

30 Local Non-Profits Step Up During COVID-19 Crisis How we can help them now

34 Local Gift Ideas for Dad Find the perfect gift online with local

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28 DIY 30 Giving Back 32 Realty Report 34 Local’s Choice

GOOD TIMES

Solstice is Open for Curbside Pick-Up & Delivery Solstice has reopened for delivery and takeout. The seasonally-driven restaurant concept that first opened in early March, reopened on April 22nd nightly from 4:30pm to 7:30pm with a modified dinner menu available for curbside pickup and delivery via their website - SolsticeNewtown.com.

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celebrate dad with a bbq COORDINATING A SIMPLE BUT DELICIOUS BBQ, SOME HOMEMADE DECORATIONS, AND BACKYARD ACTIVITIES CAN MAKE FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL AND FUN. We all know the grill takes center stage at a cookout, but adding in a few homemade dad-themed decorations will kick it up a notch. Use a canvas drop cloth or some burlap as a tablecloth to create a base. Then, layer in some flowers from the garden and lanterns or candles to create some contrast. Have the kids make some signs to hang around the yard or make a strand of garland in the shape of neckties or balls

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from one of his favorite sports. If you have older children, have them plan a few yard games like bocce, corn-hole, ladder ball or whiffle ball that will get the whole family engaged in the festivities.

Choose yard games that are age appropriate for the whole family

Planning the menu doesn’t have to be complicated. Here

Beer-can chicken (recipe on next page), which combines

are a few ideas that are easy and yummy. Corn salad with

dad’s favorite flavors and is quick enough to allow for game

chickpeas is a great side and can be made ahead. 2 cups of

time! End the meal with a big chipwich ice cream cake! You’ll

corn kernels, 1 (15 oz.) can of chickpeas rinsed, 1 seedless

need 2 (16.5 oz.) packages of chocolate chip cookie dough, ½

cucumber quartered and cut into ½” pieces and 2 scallions,

gallon of vanilla ice cream softened and 1 cup of mini choc-

white parts finely chopped (can use green parts thinly sliced),

olate chips. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line two

2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice, and ½ cup

round 9” cake pans with parchment paper. Press 1 package of

fresh cilantro leaves. Combine corn, chickpeas and sliced

cookie dough into the bottom of each pan. Bake for 20 mins.

scallion. Heat the oil and chopped scallions in a small non-

Let cool in the pan for 20 mins then freeze 30 mins. Remove

stick skillet until warm (do NOT let sizzle). Pour over the corn

cookies from the freezer and smooth on ice cream evenly.

mixture, and then toss with the lime juice and cilantro. Serve

Place the second cookie on top. Roll the sides of the cookie

warm or chilled. For the main course, we recommend BBQ

in chocolate chips until your ice cream is completely covered.

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Burlap + some greenery from the garden creates a nice contrast

Let chicken rest for 15 mins before carving

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bbq beer can chick en + 2 tablespoons olive oil + 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper + 1 teaspoon kosher salt + 1 (5 lb.) whole chicken + 1 (12 oz.) can of beer or soft drink + ¼ cup yellow mustard + 2 tablespoons honey + 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar + 1 tablespoon tomato paste + ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves DIRECTIONS 1-Preheat a gas grill to medium (about 400°F) on one side, or push hot coals to one side of a charcoal grill.

2-Combine first 3 ingredients in a small bowl.

Starting at the neck cavity, loosen and lift chicken skin from breasts and legs with fingers. Rub oil mixture under loosened skin. Open beer can; pour out 3/4 cup beer, reserving for future use. Place chicken upright onto can, fitting can into cavity.

Pull legs forward to form a tripod, so chicken stands upright. Place chicken upright on grill grate over unheated side. Cover and grill 1 hour and 30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in thigh registers 165°F, rotating chicken once.

3-Combine mustard, honey, vinegar, and tomato paste in a small bowl.

Place chicken and can on a cutting board; let stand 15 minutes. Remove and discard skin and can. Cut chicken into pieces; place on a platter.

Drizzle with sauce, and sprinkle with parsley.

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LOCAL BUSINESSES RECALIBRATE IN THE WAKE OF COVID-19

FROM OUR RESTAURANTS TO RETAIL STORES, WE RELY ON OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES EVERY DAY. Some of those businesses have had to reinvent themselves, while others have been forced to close in the wake of COVID-19.

At Newtown Lifestyle, we are extremely grateful for the support of the following businesses, and so we wanted to give them an opportunity to share a message with you, our loyal readers.

Ultimately it’s up to us, the Newtown community and customers, to support these businesses and make sure Newtown stays strong.

GREENSTRAW 243 N. Sycamore St Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 267.685.0539 www.gogreenstraw.com Greenstraw is still here to help our community stay well during this health challenge. Due to COVID-19, we’ve been forced to reduce our staff hours significantly and only be open every other day. We’ve moved to a curbside pickup and delivery-only model. To reduce waste, customers who want cold-pressed juices are asked to order online through our website (gogreenstraw.com) the night before, and those who want to order from our full menu can do so via phone (267.685.0539) or DoorDash for either curbside pickup or delivery between 11am and 3pm, every other day.

We really appreciate the community support we’re receiving and truly care about keeping our customers healthy during this crisis. Thank you Newtown!

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MICHAEL’S JEWELERS 1619 Big Oak Rd. Yardley, PA 19067 Phone 215.369.1700 www.jewelrybymj.com Hopefully everyone is staying safe and enjoying the family time throughout these uncertain times. At Michael’s Jewelers we are excited to reopen and share our beautiful spring and summer collections with all of you. We miss all of our customers and friends and we can not wait to see you. Please stay safe and healthy, and hopefully we will see you all very soon.

JAY SPAZIANO REAL ESTATE 1113 General Washington Memorial Blvd.

Washington Crossing, PA 18977 Phone 215.860.2800 Email info@jayspaziano.com www.jayspaziano.com Real estate is more than our career path, it is our passionate vocation.

We serve our clients as “family” and are so fortunate to enjoy our working relationship with them. This has never been more apparent than during these challenging times when they are so appreciative to receive our calls and updates. We have shared the emotional gamut with them from fear of the health situation, the elation of a family member that has recovered, or the sadness of a husband not being able to see his wife (of 65 years) in a nursing home. We give thanks for the health of our families, medical, first responders, & service providers for their sacrifice to serve the public.

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THE CONTINENTAL TAVERN 2 N Main Street Yardley, PA 19067 Phone 215.493.9191 https://contav.com/ The Continental Tavern, in Yardley Pa, takes great pride in serving our guests … in good times and challenging times. These continue to be difficult times with the COVID-19 crisis affecting everyone, directly or indirectly.

During this time the Continental Tavern is working hard to continue to serve our customers. In recent weeks, we have ramped up our off-premise dining options by implementing online ordering for Take Out only, phone-ahead pickup, and introducing a family style menu in addition to our regular modified menu.

We remain extremely diligent in our efforts to keep everyone safe, including social-distancing, frequent/proper handwashing, sanitizing surfaces frequently, and paying extraordinarily high attention to all food-safety standards. We pray you and your families are safe and look forward to hosting you again soon.

REFRESH INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE & AESTHETICS 139 North State Street Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 215.968.3057 www.RefreshWellness.net We all envision an ideal version of our mind and body toward which we constantly strive. This vision of a better self, propels us down a path where improvements lie. Refresh Integrative Medicine & Aesthetics exists to bring to reality that vision. We are your partner in your journey to look, feel and live a well-balanced life. Our team of professionals has developed programs to help you achieve your life long goals. We have been serving the Bucks County area for more than 10 years and are a premier provider of wellness (hormone replacement), weight loss and all non-invasive medical cosmetics, injectables and all laser services. The Refresh difference is our focus on you - both inside out as a whole person and a shift away from the focus on single services. A whole treatment plan can be catered and personalized for you.

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BEAUDEE LASH BAR NEWTOWN 2138 S. Eagle Rd Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 215.600.9371 www.beaudeelashbar.com Due to the beauty industry being forced to close, we’re sure everyone cannot wait to pamper themselves again! If you were ever skeptical about getting lash services done, now is the time to take advantage of our great specials. With a fresh pair of lashes on anyone can wake up with confidence and ready to take on the world.

Beaudee Lash Bar is a local, family-run business that originated in 2017 and specializes in customizable eyelash and brow services performed by licensed and experienced technicians. When performing services on our clientele we have high standards that are met and our quality of work is beyond exceptional vOur services range from eyelash extensions, lash lifts, lash & brow tints, eyebrow threading & waxing services by appointment only. Our experts are here to service you at both our Newtown and Philadelphia locations.

THE THOMAS SMITH FIRM, P.C. 780 Newtown-Yardley Road, Suite 310-A Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 215.860.3747 www.thomassmithfirm.com These are unprecedented and uncertain times. Families are spending more time together than ever before. This can be very difficult for spouses who are contemplating separation, or in the midst of divorce proceedings.

It might seem that your divorce has been indefinitely put on hold. This may be the case in traditional divorce. However, for spouses who have chosen Collaborative Divorce this is not the case.

Remote conferencing allows us to stay informed, in touch and productive. We use this technology to maintain the collaborative divorce process, despite court closures. Collaborative team meetings can be held via teleconferences, so each spouse, their attorney and any ancillary professionals can participate and work towards a resolution, without interruption.

These remote collaborative team meetings may add a few features that interestingly improve the process. To learn more read our blog or visit us at www.thomassmithfirm.com.

We have the solution and we are “focused on you.”

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KARIN ECKERSON INTERIORS 2 W. Welling Avenue Pennington, NJ 08534 Phone 609.474.0069 Email karin@karineckersoninteriors.com www.karineckersoninteriors.com Home is our safe haven right now. Karin Eckerson Interiors provides over 15 years of experience creating beautiful, comfortable spaces uniquely catered to each client. I am grateful to continue working on projects throughout Bucks County and have even begun new projects with the wonders of Zoom and E-Design with 3D renderings (and the occasional care package of fabrics and samples placed on the front porch!). Projects are still moving forward and the creative process continues. Design services range from a simple refresh and window treatments to full service interiors design. As we all adjust our lifestyles, one thing is sure, our homes should be a place of comfort and beauty. Karin Eckerson Interiors is here to help you make your vision come to life. I am always available for a creative distraction! Stay safe Newtown!

MCCAFFREY’S FOOD MARKETS Find your closest location at mccaffreys.com/about-us/our-locations Find your closest location’s phone number at mccaffreys.com/contact-us mccaffreys.com There’s an old saying — you find the best and the worst in people during times of adversity. McCaffrey’s customers & associates have made the decision to be the best!

Here are some examples: Best- only taking what they need Best- wearing face coverings Best- getting in & out of stores quickly Best- trying to stay a cart length and 1/2 from each other Best- recognizing the hard work & dedication of our associates Best- stocking shelves, assisting customers & keeping spirits up Please know we are working around the clock to implement customer suggestions & health official recommendations that make sense for this small, independent grocer.

It’s a decision we all have to make: Thanks for choosing best!

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ROOTS LANDSCAPE, INC. 485 Devon Park Drive Suite 104 Wayne, PA 19087 Phone 610.964.0100 www.rootslandscape.com The current public health situation has many of us spending much more time at home than ever anticipated. As an approved, essential PA business, Roots can help maintain or improve your existing landscape, or create an entirely new outdoor oasis for your family to enjoy. The owner of Roots Landscape, Dan Burt, has been serving Bucks County’s landscape design-build needs for over 25 years. Raised & residing in Wrightstown, Dan and the team at Roots bring a site-specific approach to their unique designs and quality installations. Roots can discuss your

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BARRE3 2875 S. Eagle Rd. Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 215.860.1625 Email newtown@barre3.com www.barre3.com/newtown These past few months have taught us that we cannot take our wellness for granted. Now more than ever, we need to focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Exercise is critical in keeping our bodies in balance, decreasing stress, increasing energy, improving sleep, and living a happier and healthier life. Our barre3 workouts are designed to build balance in both your mind + body. The combination of strength training, cardio bursts, and mindfulness leave you feeling balanced in body and empowered from within. We’ve been fortunate to keep our clients moving with virtual classes during this time, but we cannot wait to be back in our bright studios where we connect and grow stronger together. Whether you’ve been a client for years or you just started, we are so grateful to have you in our community. Thank you, Newtown!

GRIFFITHS FINANCIAL SERVICES 780 Newtown-Yardley Road Newtown Office Park Suite 310 Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 800.823.4881 or 215.944.8125 www.griffithsfinancial.net We know these are stressful times, but Griffiths Financial Services want to assure you that the one thing you don’t need to worry about is us supporting you through them. No one knows what the next few days, weeks or months might bring, but we remain committed to offering insights and financial guidance.

While your physical health is of primary concern, we know that your financial health is also incredibly important to you. Our job is to keep a very close eye on the markets and how they relate to our clients financial objectives.

Please feel free to contact us to discuss your financial needs/concerns. We will work together to get through this challenging time.

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MARY DWYER TEAM Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox and Roach Realtors 1010 Stony Hill Road Yardley, PA 19067 Phone 215.504.7500 https://marydwyerteam.foxroach.com/ During these uncertain times, now more than ever our homes are our safe havens. The Mary Dwyer team has built a reputable name in the local real estate market for over 16 years. We have adapted to find solutions for those who need us within the current constraints. There is still unmet buyer demand and we are able to market homes-- albeit differently with creativity and technology. Our team remains focused on your goals during these changing times and will guide you through this “new normal” in real estate. Let’s stay in touch and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

It’s a decision we all have to make: Thanks for choosing best!

NEWTOWN DENTISTRY FOR KIDS, ADULTS AND ORTHODONTICS 46 Blacksmith Road Suite- Tooth Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 215.504.5437 www.homefordentalcare.com Due to the current crisis our community is facing, health and immunity are more important than ever before. Oral health is the window to our overall health, and keeping a strong oral environment can help our immune system function at its highest level.

Newtown Dentistry for Kids, Adults and Orthodontics specializes in prevention against oral disease. Our highly skilled technicians, alongside our state of art technology, educate our families on how to best take care of themselves and their children to achieve optimal oral health. We focus on hygiene, diet and developing healthy habits that will benefit them for a lifetime. We can’t wait to open our doors back up to the community, see everyone’s smiling faces, and celebrate with more dress up days like these! In the meantime don’t forget to brush, floss and smile!

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THE DAVE MARCOLLA GROUP @ KELLER WILLIAMS REAL ESTATE -NEWTOWN 12 Terry Drive Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 609.423.9147 www.DaveMarcolla.com While COVID 19 has had all of us focusing on how best to stop the spread, shelter will always remain a top priority and basic human need. That’s why the Dave Marcolla Group has continued to operate remotely and service their clients in need, leveraging the latest technologies available to keep everyone safe.

Recently voted 2nd Best Real Estate Agent in Bucks County, Dave has lived and worked in the area for 20 years now and is proud to have partnered with the #1 Real Estate Brand in Newtown and Bucks County...Keller Williams. Dave also serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors at Cancer Support Community Greater Philadelphia and Board Member of the Newtown Business Association.

He attended the Princeton School of Real Estate and holds his MBA from La Salle University. Dave is ready for your call!

THE MENS AND BOYS STORE

SHADY BROOK FARM

10 Fetters Mill Square

Yardley, PA 19067

Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Phone 215.968.1670

Phone 215.914.2060

www.shadybrookfarm.com

www.themenandboysstore.com

We love our customers and want to do all we can to provide

The Mens and Boys Store is celebrating 23 successful years in

you with a wide variety of groceries as well as high quality

Huntingdon Valley, Formerly of Fleet, has been serving fami-

mulch, nursery & gardening supplies. While we’re tempo-

lies from Princeton to the Mainlines. Whether you’re shopping

rarily closed to the public, we are offering curbside pick up

for suits, sport coats, shirts, ties, shoes, cufflinks, bow ties, or

for groceries & garden supplies, and delivery for bulk mulch.

other accessories we are the premier local authority on Mens

Hoping to help make your time at home as comfortable and

and Boys dress attire and Formalwear. Through this uncertain

convenient as possible.

time, Bonnie Greisler the Owner, continues to provide superior customer service. She is working very closely with families as they make provisions for their communions, conformations, mitzvahs, weddings, and more. If you are planning for a new event or if you had to reschedule for future events, call Bonnie and she will work with you on your unique situation. Most importantly, stay healthy and safe!

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Our hours are: Monday - Saturday, from 8am to 6pm.

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HBS HOME 203 S State Street Newtown, PA 18940 https://hamiltonsupply.com/newtown/ These past few months have been challenging for everyone, sheltered in place and spending more time in their homes than ever before. At HBS Home, the cabinetry design center of Hamilton Building Supply, we believe that your home is your haven and it should be a place where you seek comfort, warmth and togetherness with your family. Our cabinetry designers at HBS Home are highly skilled in taking your existing kitchen and living spaces and reconfiguring them to bring a high level of comfort, functionality and efficiency to your home. Our designers are available to consult in our Newtown, PA showroom, our Hamilton, NJ showroom, over a video conference call and in the comfort of your own home.

Our goal is to deliver the best possible client experience while transitioning through your living space’s current state to its ideal state.

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REBECCA JOSEPH SALON 13 N. State Street Newtown, PA 18940 Phone 215.860.1160 www.rebeccajosephsalon.com Rebecca Joseph Salon is a beautiful, husband and wife owned and operated hair salon in the heart of Newtown Boro. Continuing education and a passion to perfect what we do sets us apart. We strive to make you look and feel your absolute best! What we are all going through right now is something we could have never imagined. We are so grateful to have such amazing clients, we can not wait to open again and see everyone! Stay healthy & safe, we will get through this!

WILLIAM JEAN SALON 385 Oxford Valley Road Suite 408 Morrisville, PA 19067 Phone 267.392.5262 www.williamjeansalon.com Many of us would agree that your stylist seems ESSENTIAL right now. Jaimee Donahue, the owner with 24 years in the industry, opened William Jean Salon in June of 2013.

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makeup, lashes, to full body waxing in the newly expanded and renovated space. The talented team at the salon loves what they do, in a place that they love, and that radiates when you walk in the door. We’ve learned over the last few weeks just how much love and support we have from our clients. We are more than just hair, nail and estheticians. We are family. When you’re ready for a change, you’re invited to William Jean! Stay healthy and we’ll see you soon!

LAW OFFICES OF MICHAEL KULDINER, P.C. 922 Bustleton Pike Feasterville, PA 19053 Phone 215.942.2100 Email info@phillyesq.com www.PhillyEsquire.com As a boutique family law firm, The Law Offices of Michael Kuldiner, P.C., has been in business for over 15 years handling a variety of matters including Family Law and Estate Matters. With the pandemic we are in, we are still receiving inquiries daily regarding Custody and Divorce matters. Also the increase in Estate Planning, which is being completed telephonically and the Estate Plan out via e-mail in the next few days to the client.

We are still taking all inquiries and speaking to clients, just as before but doing this all telephonic and virtually. We miss meeting with potential clients giving them comfort as they leave our office and having a meeting with our clients about their upcoming matters.

We miss seeing each other, Zoom meetings once a week aren’t the same as having a chit chat in the office. As we take these little steps into this “New Normal” we recognize the essential workers, who effortlessly go out and serve, hours off end as well as praise our children who truly do not understand what is going on.

Until we can shake hands once again, we are still here for you. Just like we were then and how we will be when this pandemic is over. Stay safe!

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GIVING BACK ARTICLE CHRISTINE TOY DRAGONI

LOCAL NON-PROFITS

Step Up

DURING COVID-19 CRISIS

1 U N I T E D W AY

HOW WE CAN HELP THEM NOW

“THE GREATNESS OF A COMMUNITY IS MOST ACCURATELY

MEASURED

BY

THE

COM-

PASSIONATE ACTIONS OF ITS MEMBERS” -CORRETTA SCOTT KING This spring, as a country, we experienced the first pandemic of our lifetimes. Many had to learn to rely

The United Way of Bucks County, in partnership with Penn Community Bank, launched the Bucks County COVID-19 Recovery Fund. Things will continue to change in Bucks County. More Federal emergency relief funds will become available, but there will be gaps.

on our neighbors for help. Whether it be for coop-

Every penny donated to the Bucks County COVID-19 Recovery Fund stays in

eration with mandates, delivery of food to high risk

Bucks County Donations can be made at uwbucks.org/COVIDrecovery or by

people, medical or financial assistance and so much

mailing a check to United Way of Bucks County, 413 Hood Boulevard, Fairless

more. We learned how important our sense of com-

Hills, PA 19030.

munity is when it was denied us physically. We had to creatively keep the connections we realized we hold dear, and so desperately need. The phrase “all in this together”, became a mantra that all of us were chanting, believing and really feeling-maybe for the first time ever. The organizations that are highlighted below, live this mantra through their missions every day. Whether they altered their deliverables to meet the unique needs of the Covid-19 crisis, or continued to try to provide the same much needed services; we know they were and are right there with us, and we couldn’t do it without them.

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Congressman Fitzpatrick helps distribute donated food at Fresh Connect, a United Way funded site.

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CANCER SUPPORT OF BUCKS COUNTY

Cancer Support Community of Greater Philadelphia (CSCGP) is a local non-profit providing free programs to children and adults affected by cancer, A new House Calls Program was launched for families in response to issues of food insecurity during the pandemic.

Vital programs continue online for families impacted by cancer.

The House Call and other programs are filling the hearts, minds and dinner tables of members in the toughest of times. The CSCGP team won’t be stopped by COVID-19. For more information visit http://cancersupportphiladelphia.org or call 215-441-3290.

3 RES-Q-PETS Res-Q-Pets is a foster based small dog and cat rescue serving Lower Bucks and NJ. Lead by Angela Gould and Pam Mitchell, Res-Q-Pets is comprised of volunteers and contributors. We find loving forever homes for dogs and cats through our foster and adoption programs. The animals in our care are provided with the necessary medical treatments, vaccinations, spay/ neuter services. We rely on donations and volunteer fosters to

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provide care to our rescued animals. To help this amazing cause, visit: resqpets.org or call 609-944-8866

Neighbor In Need (NIN) founded by Elizabeth Kearney and Wendy Simon, is a community Non-Profit created to help local residents who are facing difficulties.

Currently NIN is helping hundreds of families with food, supplies and/or financial support. First responders, nursing homes, food pantries, shelters, children’s groups, military families and disaster survivors have all benefited from NIN’s efforts.

Currently working on PPE’s, supplies and meals during the pandemic for first responders, hospitals, medical facilities, nursing homes and nurses.

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REALTY REPORT

REALTY REPORT

NEWTOWN

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

21 GOLDNEY DR

$1,550,000

$1,495,000

96.50%

30

5

6

236 JANE CHAPMAN DR E

$1,450,000

$1,400,000

96.60%

8

6

7

1591 BROOKFIELD RD

$800,000

$780,000

97.50%

6

4

3

19 EAGLETON FARM RD

$800,000

$775,000

96.90%

60

4

5

13 PROVIDENCE CT

$765,000

$770,000

100.70%

6

4

4

1825 WINDFLOWER

$641,245

$725,169

113.10%

91

3

3

893 SLATE HILL RD

$699,900

$680,000

97.20%

7

4

3

1727 RENAISSANCE BLVD

$670,000

$670,000

100.00%

5

3

3

144 GLENWOOD DR

$654,900

$662,500

101.20%

3

4

3

907 N PENNSYLVANIA AVE

$669,000

$645,000

96.40%

11

5

4

904 SENSOR RD

$585,000

$585,000

100.00%

6

4

3

480 KINGS RD

$524,900

$565,000

107.60%

11

5

5

110 VALLEY VIEW WAY

$569,000

$559,000

98.20%

4

4

3

1006 SUMMIT DR

$550,000

$550,000

100.00%

4

4

3

1477 GREENMEADOWS

$595,000

$595,000

100.00%

12

4

3

11 DAFFODIL PL

$620,000

$590,000

95.20%

41

4

3

661 SUTPHIN RD

$650,000

$585,000

90.00%

94

4

3

79 LAVENDER DR

$538,995

$573,382

106.40%

2

1

1

52 COLUMBINE CIR

$559,900

$559,900

100.00%

5

4

3

Report Provided by the Mary Dwyer Team. This data is a sampling of sold properties from previous months. Source: BrightMLS system.

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NEWTOWN THEATRE Give the gift of movies, concerts, and comedy at the historic Newtown Theatre. eGift Cards can be purchased on their website. www.thenewtowntheatre.com

MICHAEL’S JEWELERS Surprise him with a gift that is timeless.

Michael’s Jewelers offers pick-up, delivery, and gift cards through their website. www.jewelrybymj.com

MAKEFIELD HIGHLANDS Makefield Highlands offers gift cards you can purchase remotely through their website that will be sent to you electronically. https://makefieldhighlandsgolf.com/ online-store/

REFRESH INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AND AESTHETICS Give the gift of wellness with a Refresh Integrative Medicine and Aesthetics gift card. You can purchase the gift card on their website. www.refreshretail.net

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