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James A. Michener Art Museum's
6th Annual ArtCycle
Tour de Bucks
Benefit Bike Ride
Sunday, September 7th
Offering three fully marked and supported recreational bike rides for all levels of cyclist:
20 miles = Recreation
38 miles = Sport
63 miles = Expert
Rider’s Entry Fee Includes:
- FREE event long sleeve t-shirt if registered by August 29th
- Catered rest stops w/ restrooms
- Detailed maps and cue sheets
- Free pre-ride bike inspection
- “Sag Wagons” to pick up disabled bikes and/or bikers
- Pre & Post-Ride Food & Beer
Sunday, September 7, 2008
(precedes the Univest Race in Doylestown)
Register online now at
Benefits the youth educational programs of the
James A. Michener Art Museum
138 S. Pine Street, Doylestown, PA 18901
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Andy Gotlieb
July 28, 2008 Bellevue Communications
215-893-4299
Doylestown Named “Classic Town” by DVRPC
Eleven of the “best communities in the region” selected for new initiative
PHILADELPHIA – The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) introduced a new marketing program today entitled Classic Towns of Greater Philadelphia that is aimed at growing, revitalizing and supporting the region’s older suburbs and urban neighborhoods. The initiative is designed to promote 11 Classic Towns as great places to live, work and play.
The inaugural Classic Towns that have been selected for this program are Ambler, Bristol Borough, Doylestown Borough, Lansdowne, Media and West Chester in Pennsylvania; the Philadelphia neighborhoods of Manayunk and Overbrook Farms; and Collingswood, Haddon Heights and Riverton in New Jersey.
“DVRPC has selected some of the best communities in the region as part of this initiative,” said Barry Seymour, Executive Director of DVRPC. “It’s designed to capitalize on the strength and diversity of our region and to rediscover these great towns. We want to help them attract new businesses, new residents, and to brand themselves as the best of what the Delaware Valley has to offer.”
Approximately 100 City officials, tourism executives and representatives from the 11 Classic Towns attended the press conference and launch of the program. During the event, the mayors from each Classic Town signed a symbolic declaration presented by historic interpreter Benjamin Franklin. The declaration affirms a commitment to walkable neighborhoods that are accessible to transportation and feature a strong sense of community.
“Doylestown is excited about the possibilities presented by the Classic Towns program,” Doylestown Borough Manager John H. Davis said. “We’ve got a great community, but not everyone knows about it. Via Classic Towns, we look forward to getting the good word out about Doylestown.”
More than one million people re-locate within the Greater Philadelphia region every year so this program highlights the “classic” communities and helps residents re-discover the beauty and diversity of our older towns.
Although the Greater Philadelphia region as a whole is promoted as a tourist destination and business center, many suburban communities lack the resources necessary to launch sophisticated and effective marketing programs that target specific demographic groups.
Understanding that the lifestyle and community amenities people desire may change as they move through different life stages, Classic Towns of Greater Philadelphia was developed to appeal to three target markets: young professional/childless couples, young families and empty nesters.
The Classic Towns program’s genesis dates to 2004 when, with funding from the William Penn Foundation, DVRPC launched the Strategies for Older Suburbs Initiative to stimulate and support reinvestment in the region’s older suburbs and urban neighborhoods through multiple and varied efforts. As part of that initiative, DVRPC
worked with a team of marketing and branding professionals to develop Classic Towns.
A new Web site for Classic Towns of Greater Philadelphia has been established at www.classictowns.org. The Web site will allow individuals to learn more about these communities as a whole, as well as specific neighborhoods and their amenities.
About the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission
DVRPC serves as the official planning and review agency for the nine-county metropolitan region, which comprises Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania; and Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Mercer counties in New Jersey. Through data collection, research, coordination, and planning efforts, DVRPC sets a framework for governmental decisions affecting development within the Delaware Valley. DVRPC fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities.
Doylestown Borough
Scenic Stroll
2008 Fall Schedule
What began in the Spring of 2002 with only a handful of active seniors is now a successful Doylestown Borough program with an average of over 20 seniors and friends walking each week. These “Scenic Stroll” participants have been walking on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM in Borough parks or in town during the spring and fall. Two Doylestown Historical Walking Tours, sponsored by the Doylestown Revitalization Board, were added this spring. This year’s fall schedule is listed above.
Chapman Park is a wonderful collection of well-manicured paved paths that includes an opportunity to walk around the Borough Pond. Since the Chapman Park Walk is very popular there are four Chapman Walks included this year. Town Walk East is a favorite and a great way to get an intimate view of Doylestown with its well-kept homes and businesses. Fonthill woods are always fun to explore - the paths are not paved therefore appropriate foot gear is recommended. Participants who attend the Town Walk West tour will enjoy walking on the bike and hike paths and in the neighborhoods surrounding Central Bucks High School West. The Historical Walking Tour has become an instant favorite!
Come walk with us! Doylestown’s Scenic Strollers are on the move. Put on your walking shoes and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage of Doylestown’s parks. Meet new friends, reconnect with old ones, or bring a friend. Seniors, grandchildren, friends, relatives and neighbors are welcome to walk with us on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM. We walk in sunshine, but on rainy days we may cancel. Our fun is contagious so come join us at one of the invigorating walks around town or in our local park system.
DATE / WALK / MEETING PLACE
September 3 Chapman Park Walk East Street & Rt. 202 parking lot gazebo
September 10 Town Walk West YMCA parking lot
September 17 Chapman Park Walk East Street & Rt. 202 parking lot gazebo
September 24 Town Walk East Doylestown Cemetery center gate
October 1 Historical Walking Tour James Lorah House @ Main & Broad Streets
October 8 Fonthill Woods Moravian Tile Works parking lot
October 15 Chapman Park Walk East Street & Rt. 202 parking lot gazebo
October 22 Town Walk East Doylestown Cemetery center gate
October 29 Fonthill Woods Moravian Tile Works parking lot
November 5 Chapman Park Walk East Street & Rt. 202 parking lot gazebo
November 12 Town Walk West YMCA parking lot
November 19 Historical Walking Tour James Lorah House @ Main & Broad Streets
NOTE:
MEET AT 10:00 AM
WE WALK IN SUNSHINE- NOT IN RAIN
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