AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Newtown Pennsylvania. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Wed, 02 Dec 2009 04:58:22 -0600 Between his hardworking elves and all those lists he gets, Santa has it easy.  For the rest of us, holiday gift giving can be a little more... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/newtown-holiday-shopping-guide-black-friday-deals-and-newtown-malls-and-outlets-236285 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/newtown-holiday-shopping-guide-black-friday-deals-and-newtown-malls-and-outlets-236285 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Jewelry, ceramics, glass, sculpture and more created by Bucks Students are available for purchase on the Newtown campus Glassblown art, like this... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/unique-original-gifts-available-at-annual-holiday-craft-sale-236838 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/unique-original-gifts-available-at-annual-holiday-craft-sale-236838 Business and Professional Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Music Area Showcases Talent with Five Concerts Over Two Weeks. Free performances at Newtown Dec. 1 – 10 include Contemporary Vocal, Percussion,... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-music-area-hosts-5-free-concerts-236738 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-music-area-hosts-5-free-concerts-236738 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 The Laughs are Multiplied in ‘Exponential Journey’ Comedy Show ‘An evening of comedy improv that will take you here to there and back again’... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-presents-comedy-improv-show-235913 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-presents-comedy-improv-show-235913 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 In addition, several schools will also be on hand at Newtown to recruit students interested in entering the field Bucks County Community College, in... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/more-than-a-dozen-employers-will-be-recruiting-at-nursing-fair-235821 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/more-than-a-dozen-employers-will-be-recruiting-at-nursing-fair-235821 Schools and Libraries Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Three new courses, new online classes and more await you at only $99 a credit for county residents; register now for Jan. start Imagine using the... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/start-the-new-year-fresh-at-bucks-with-new-courses-majors-235174 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/start-the-new-year-fresh-at-bucks-with-new-courses-majors-235174 Schools and Libraries Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Start the New Year Fresh at Bucks with New Courses, Majors Registration is underway for spring semester classes starting in January Register for... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/registration-underway-for-spring-2010-at-bccc-235192 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/registration-underway-for-spring-2010-at-bccc-235192 Schools and Libraries Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Save Money, Earn College Credits Quickly During Intersession. Pay only $99 a credit for classes December 28 – January 13, then transfer credits... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/register-now-to-earn-college-credits-during-bccc-s-intersession-234934 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/register-now-to-earn-college-credits-during-bccc-s-intersession-234934 Schools and Libraries Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Join the College’s Social Science Club for Holiday Adventures See Manhattan or Pearl Buck’s Estate decked out in holiday splendor; visit Valley... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/join-bccc-s-social-science-club-for-holiday-day-trips-to-nyc-pearl-buck-home-valley-forge-232311 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/join-bccc-s-social-science-club-for-holiday-day-trips-to-nyc-pearl-buck-home-valley-forge-232311 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Students Offer Japanese ‘Paper Prayers’ for World AIDS Day Nearly 200 decorated strips, on display Nov. 16 – Dec. 1, will be sold to benefit... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-students-offer-paper-prayers-for-world-aids-day-232031 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-students-offer-paper-prayers-for-world-aids-day-232031 Schools and Libraries Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Buckingham writer and professor will read from her works at Bucks County Community College. Bernadette McBride of Buckingham, the newly named 2009... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bernadette-mcbride-named-2009-bucks-county-poet-laureate-230363 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bernadette-mcbride-named-2009-bucks-county-poet-laureate-230363 Schools and Libraries Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Healthcare providers from across the region will offer information on getting started in a new career. Looking for a new career? If you’re... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/check-out-health-career-fair-for-information-on-growing-field-228915 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/check-out-health-career-fair-for-information-on-growing-field-228915 Schools and Libraries Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Tenor moves freely between styles of Broadway, classical, and symphonic pops. Tenor John D. Smitherman brings his bold voice and virtuoso talent to... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/tenor-john-smitherman-brings-range-from-opera-to-pop-to-bccc-228777 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/tenor-john-smitherman-brings-range-from-opera-to-pop-to-bccc-228777 Arts and Entertainment Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The reports of Swine Flu in Pennsylvania (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/durham/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-bucks-county-226383 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/durham/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-bucks-county-226383 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Wordsmiths Reading Series. Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Madeleine Blais, author of Uphill Walkers: Memoir of a Family and In These Girls, Hope... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/wordsmiths-reading-series-presents-prize-winning-memoirist-poet-225458 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/wordsmiths-reading-series-presents-prize-winning-memoirist-poet-225458 Schools and Libraries Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Jean Vernor, President and CEO of Sculptz, is keynote speaker ahead of a wide range of enlightening sessions. Women have a chance to explore... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/day-for-all-women-features-empowering-speakers-and-workshops-225485 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/day-for-all-women-features-empowering-speakers-and-workshops-225485 Schools and Libraries Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Admissions representatives from both schools present panel discussions Nov. 5 on how to start your bachelor’s degree at Bucks and finish at... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/college-bound-students-can-learn-about-bucks-and-temple-225003 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/college-bound-students-can-learn-about-bucks-and-temple-225003 Schools and Libraries Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The Wordsmiths Reading Series at Bucks County Community College presents David Swanson, author of Daybreak: Undoing the Imperial Presidency and... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/author-david-swanson-speaks-on-the-challenges-facing-america-224084 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/author-david-swanson-speaks-on-the-challenges-facing-america-224084 Schools and Libraries Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Two-hour seminar on renewable energy will discuss costs, tax credits, feasibility, and more Oct. 28 at Newtown For the first time, Bucks County... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/learn-if-wind-power-is-the-right-choice-at-one-day-course-224178 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/learn-if-wind-power-is-the-right-choice-at-one-day-course-224178 Schools and Libraries Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Bucks County, PA area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for Bucks County,... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/durham/news/bucks-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-bucks-county-220596 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/durham/news/bucks-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-bucks-county-220596 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:37 -0500 Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Bucks County Pennsylvania area. When there’s a crisp snap in the... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/durham/news/bucks-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-bucks-county-221556 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/durham/news/bucks-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-bucks-county-221556 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:19 -0500 Learn if Wind Power is the Right Choice at One-Day Course Two-hour seminar on renewable energy will discuss costs, tax credits, feasibility, and... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-hosts-one-day-course-on-wind-power-220204 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-hosts-one-day-course-on-wind-power-220204 Schools and Libraries Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Deadline Nears to Take Entrance Exam for LPN Program The exam will be offered at Newtown for students applying for July 2010 start of next full-time... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/entrance-exam-for-bccc-s-practical-nursing-program-219765 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/entrance-exam-for-bccc-s-practical-nursing-program-219765 Schools and Libraries Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 More than 160 colleges and universities will be represented at free event for students and parents College-bound students and their parents are... http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-hosts-bucks-county-regional-college-fair-220152 http://www.americantowns.com/pa/newtown/news/bccc-hosts-bucks-county-regional-college-fair-220152 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500