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eflecting on our regions history,

we usually set our reference
point within the past 200 years.
But long before William Penns day, the
area was populated by the peaceful and
civilized societies of the Lenape Indians
(pronounced len-NAH-pay, which
loosely translated means the common
people. As an aficionado of local
Indian culture and lore, Ive studied
their society through personal research
and exploration for cultural remains.
The Lenape people looked upon the
turtle as being a metaphor for the universe,
with the creatures shell segments making
up a diverse but unified humanity. Hence,
the turtle remained a most important
symbol in Lenape culture. As a people,
they were advanced agrarians as well as
hunters, but they were also recognized
as peaceful people with great respect for
their fellow human beings. Among other
Algonquian peoples, the Lenape were
considered the grandfathers from whom
all Algonquian people originated.
They also considered themselves
stewards of the land they inhabited,
rather than owners, and lived in isolated
villages along the Delaware River.
Each village had a chief, but he deferred
to his elders, and had no influence
over other villages. The villages
themselves were connected only
because they shared the land. Serious
misunderstandings ensued when
treaties that were concluded between
the Europeans and a specific village
that were not considered binding by
the other villages. Maltreatment
occurred when old world European
values were imposed on the Lenape.
The Walking Purchase agreement of
1737 is a perfect example of cross-culture
miscommunication or deception.
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Oddly enough, there is no historical

feature such as a village site in our
area that references this great society;
in fact, the federal government does
not even recognize the Lenape tribe.
The names of local waterways, municipal
territories and schools are the most
easily recognized cultural remains.
And through there have been various
archeological digs throughout the
region, artifacts are more generally
unearthed by happenstance.

Long before William Penns day,

the area was populated by the peaceful
and civilized societies of the Lenape
Indians. ALAN FETTERMAN
As a young man, I found arrowheads
and hammer stones on the riverbanks
and river islands by using a small shovel.
The Lenape hunted bear and deer with
bow and arrow, the arrows tipped with
points made of sharpened bone, antler
or flint. It has been decades since Ive
searched for arrowheads, yet I am sure
there are still many to be found.
When biking or walking about the
back roads, canal or river way, keep an
eye out for arrowheads or hammer stones.
And, in the end, remain a steward for our
land. Enjoy it, care for it, and keep it well
for our children and theirs, too. | r
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with a degree in philosophy from
the University of Pennsylvania, and
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We love the way it gets off the

line from a stop. TOM BROLLE
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in Old Coal Country
By Matt Kelchner

Coachella, Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo.

Large crowds and late nights, all filled
with the songs played by favorite bands.
For many, summertime is festival
season. What can beat hanging out
with a group of friends, sipping a cold
drink, and listening to great artists
back to back all day?
Out in Montage Mountain, a resort
just a short drive away from Scranton,
Pennsylvania, is one event that the
Keystone State can call its ownthe
Peach Music Festival. This summer
marks the fifth year of bringing people
together for a mid-August weekend full
of camping, arts and an eclectic lineup
curated with the help of the Allman
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String Cheese Incident, and Greg Allman
have been tapped as headliners. Oh, and
did we mention theres a water park, too?

Since 2012, concert promoters Live

Nation have been linking up with
the Allman Brothers to put together
a festival that is truly unique to the
Electric City. We were able to catch
up with Vice President of Marketing
Dave Niedbalski, whos been working
on the Peach Music Festival ever since
the beginning, to find out the inner
workings behind the scenes.
My favorite thing about the Peach
is the vibe and sense of community, he
said. We have so many people who come
year after year from all over the country,
and theyve become family to me.
I was brought in the festival the
very first year, continued Niedbalski.
What started as just getting the word
out about the Peach Music Festival
quickly snowballed into much more,
as responsibilities were being added
left and right. First it was strictly

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marketing the festival, but soon I was

helping book talent and assisting in the
curation of the fest.
The idea for the Peach Music Festival
was spawned from another joint venture
between Live Nation and the Allman
Brothers in Florida titled the Wanee
Festival. Through tight knit relationships
built over the years, the two wanted
to bring something special up north.
And as Niedbalski sums it up, Fast
forward five years later, and here we are
with an amazing festival in the Peach.
While his roles have added up
over the years, that isnt to say its
a one-man show.
Ive been contributing since the
inception, but there isnt just one
person who books the acts for the
Peach. Niedbalski explained. Its
really a team effort by the office and
the Allman Brothers family.

The festival may only last four days,

but it takes months and months of
planning and preparation to get to
the party. Working on any festival,
not just the Peach, is a 365-day-a-year
job, he said.
The first seeds of idea for the festival
weekend are sewn well over a year
ahead of time.
The whole thing starts with an artist
wish listsome new ones, some who
have become time- honored members of
the Peach family, Niedbalski explained.
In a perfect world, every act is available
and wants to play. But alas, such is not the
case. There is a constant back and forth
happening, as discussions take place, and
bands either confirm or turn down offers.
Niedbalski and his team pay special
attention to developing a diverse group
of artists. Rather than going for the big
names that are tough to nail down, they

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MUSIC

focus on special ones that may give each

years lineup that unforgettable moment.
Honestly, its not about it being
a hard act to book per se, but working
on unique ones, said Niedbalski.
Toots and the Maytals are 2016s
example. They havent played a show
in three years, and we have them at the
Peach, he proudly boasts. String Cheese
Incident is doing a set with Gregg
Allman. That was fun to connect the dots,
and is going to be really special.
As you progress, its fun to see some
of your wishes turns into reality, and
your vision for each stage and the way
the music flows evolve, as you continue
to secure artists, Niedbalski observed.
Its a never-ending process though
for example, right now, were finalizing
preparations for this year, but were
already discussing plans for 2017.
With a lineup as impressive as this
years, picking favorites can be a bit
challenging, but we did manage to get
a few names from Niedbalski.
Every project that Joe Russo is
inthis year he is playing twice. Once
with Joe Russos Almost Dead, and once
with Bustle in your Hedgerow, said
Niedbalski. He is just a madman on the
drums, and I love watching him play.
The second name he pulls out of his
hat is living legend Charles Bradley.
Hes playing on Sunday afternoon.
His nickname is the Screaming Eagle
of Soul. Hes got such an amazing,
powerful voice, and his story is one
of the greatest in music.
Rounding things out for Niedbalski
is his pick of the headliners.
Id have to say Gregg Allman, as
well, he added. His band is just so tight,
and he plays all those Allman Brothers
Band and Gregg songs that you grew
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We have so many people who

come year after year from all over
the country and theyve become
family to me. DAVE NIEDBALSKI
up listening to. Its a perfect summer
soundtrack. With the way the bill of
bands playing has shaped out, theres
sure to be that perfect soundtrack for
everyone this year.
In keeping with the theme of favorites,
we asked Niedbalski for his favorite
memory from working to help put on
the Peach Music Festival during the
last five years.
On the first day of campers arriving,
we had terrible, relentless rain and
lighting almost the entire night, he said.
Not an ideal situation for a first-year
festival. Extreme weather can shut down
entire festivals, putting a year-plus worth
of work to waste. Such wasnt the case
for the Peach.
Niedbalski ended up personally
shuttling concertgoers to and from the
stages and camping grounds.
It was just such a rough spot for
the fans to be in, but every single one
of them said, It will be worth it for
the music. Sure enough, those good
spirits did the trick.
And of course, the next day the
sun shined, recalls Niedbalski, And
it felt like the Peach was born. Being
alongside the first fans who came to the
Peach is something Ill never forget. | r
The Peach Music Festival will be held
Aug. 1114 on Montage Mountain in
Scranton, Pa. Find out more online at
thepeachmusicfestival.com.
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COVER ARTIST

Torn Away
by Sheleen McElhinney

Brenda Brolly was born and raised in

Feasterville, Pennsylvania, but spent
most of her adult life living in a small,
rural town in Northern Ireland with her
former husband and their four children.
Although an Irish country village
would seem the perfect atmosphere to
create, with its lush, rolling countryside,
breathtaking views of the sea, and
plethora of astonishing castles, it did
not ultimately prove to be a significant
influence. Perhaps it is not until one
reaches a certain depth of despair that
something beautiful and transformative
can emerge; and for Brolly, the despair
was the separation from her husband
of 16 years, and a brutal custody battle
for her children that followed, while the
beauty was the birth of her art through
this struggle.

In 2011, Brolly sat down in her small

rental home and realized that she
needed an outleta form of expression
that would encapsulate the tumultuous
emotions that were plaguing her. Thus
was born her collage, Trapped in
Beauty. A bird in a cage suspended
from a tree is depicted in the piece.
It is representative of her own feelings
of being trapped in another country,
surrounded by awe inspiring beauty,
but with a deep longing to be free
to return to her home in the United
States, with her children at her side.
Brolly describes her experience upon
finishing this piece as cathartic.
I knew in that moment that if there
were a strength within me that I didnt
know existed, it was through my artistic
expression that I would find it, she said.

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Brollys first five pieces mirror her

life story and reflect her journey from
hopelessness and despair to optimism,
bravery, and transformation. My walk
through life has had many challenges.
My art is proof that these challenges
can be overcome, she observed.
Technically speaking, Brollys paper
collages are extremely detailed and
virtually seamless. She begins each
piece by translating an idea or feeling
into a rough sketch. From there, she
embellishes the sketch with small

pieces torn from magazine pages

and newspapers. Brolly has spent
countless hours thumbing through
glossy pages with a keen eye for
color, finish, and design.
When I work with these scraps,
I am reminded that something
beautiful and priceless can be made
from something otherwise viewed as
ordinary and disposable, she said.
The most challenging aspects of
Brollys work are finding the right
blends and shades, and maintaining

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the level of discipline and patience

it takes in order to achieve the desired
outcome, which is a piece that is rich
with color, alive with texture, and
emotionally evocative.
I know a piece is done when I can
stand back and view it with pride,
knowing that I have given birth to my
vision, explained the artist.
Since her triumphant return to her
home in Bucks County, Pa., Brolly has
been working diligently to promote
her work. Her pieces have been selected
by several juried shows, including the
29th Annual Bucks Fever Art Exhibition
in 2015. She currently has work
displayed in the Michael Fratrich Fine
Art Gallery in Lambertville, N.J., and
is working on a commissioned piece
for an upscale restaurant in Center
City, Philadelphia.
While Brolly remains proud of her
past work, and holds a sentimental
connectedness with what it represents,
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she looks forward to expanding her

vision, and exploring different types
of media to achieve more textural layers
in her work, while maintaining her
authenticity and keeping in theme with
her belief that everything discarded
can be found and made new again.
As a struggling single mother, it
is also Brollys belief that art should
be available to not only the wealthy,
but also to those who hold a true
appreciation for the craft, which is why
she sells her originals in print form
through various online vendors.
It is my wish to inspire people when
they see my pieces, and hear the story
behind themfor them to know that
creativity and strength lie within all
of us, and that anything is possible,
she said. | r
tornawayfineart.com
Facebook: @artbybrendabrolly
Instagram: @tornawayfineart
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Sue Jones

With 17 years in business on Nantucket,

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Black Bass Hotel embodies rich traditions of fine dining

and warm hospitality that have defined our history and
continue to shape our guests experiences. Dine privately
and take in the breathtaking Delaware River view, enjoy
our tastefully-decorated banquet facilities, or experience
our luxury guest suites.

DAY TRIPS

The long, balmy days of summer

are the perfect time for a day
tripone of the best ways to get
away from it all without a lot
of planning and fuss. And these
diverse destinations are among
the most unique the area has
to offer, so make sure to add
a few to your itinerary and
enjoy a memorable
outing the easy way.

3774 River Road | Lumberville, PA 18933

215.297.9260 | blackbasshotel.com

Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse presents two Sundays of

Jazz on the Farm: Some Like It Hot Club (Gypsy jazz) Aug.
7; and Mitchell Cheng Trio (jazz standards) Oct. 9. Check
out the farm-sourced goodies for sale, like 100% grass-fed
beef burgers, cheeses, and breads. Free admission, BYOB,
family-friendly, reservations requested.
369 Stamets Road | Milford, NJ 08848
908.864.7277 | cowsoutside.com

Alchemy Clothing puts the spotlight on name brand

apparel, custom jewelry, and accessories that provide
affordable options for every woman. Browse designer
clothing from brands like Niche and Grace, and find unique
necklaces, bracelets, and more from popular names,
as well as local artists.
17 Bridge St. | Frenchtown, NJ 08825
908.996.9000 | alchemyclothingfrenchtown.com

Max Hansen Carversville Grocery is a food-lovers

oasis, featuring specialty gourmet foods and
delicious take-home meals. Stop by for breakfast,
lunch or dinner. Located on the square in historic
Carversville, Pennsylvania.
6208 Fleecy Dale Road | Carversville, PA 18913
215.297.5353 | maxscarversvillegrocery.com

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NEW HOPE

LAMBERTVILLE

New Hope Auto Show this summer celebrates the 50th

anniversary of Fords GT40 win at the 24 Hours of LeMans
sports car race. Now in its 59th year, the auto show takes
place Aug. 13-14, and features different cars each day
(see website for full list). Admission is $10 (seniors $5),
and parking is free.

Lambertville Station Inn offers 46 newly-restyled rooms

and suites featuring sophisticated contemporary furnishings.
Just across the Delaware River from beautiful New Hope,
our New Jersey hotel sets an unequaled standard of service
ideal for romantic getaways and leisurely vacations.
Most rooms have breathtaking river views.

180 W. Bridge St. | New Hope, PA 18938

215.862.5665 | newhopeautoshow.com

11 Bridge St. | Lambertville, NJ 08530

609.397.4400 | lambertvillestation.com

Three Cranes Gallery sells handcrafted clothing, jewelry

and wood sculptures created by artisans worldwide directly
for the shop, so prices are surprisingly approachable.
Only the finest fabrics, dyes, and sustainable resources are
used, and all products are made with respect for the Earth.
Bohemian, casual, funky and natural!

Diana Vincent is sold exclusively in this area at their store

in Washington Crossing, Pa., and their new Contemporary
Fine Jewelry Gallery in Lambertville, N.J. The Washington
Crossing store carries Diana Vincent jewelry alone, but the
Lambertville gallery also carries master craftsmen like
Michael Good, Gregore Morin, and Kent Raible.

82 S. Main St. | New Hope PA 18939

215.862.5626 | threecranesgallery.com

12 N. Union St. | Lambertville, NJ 08530

609.483.2363 | dianavincent.com

Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve is a sanctuary and

educational resource for conservation and stewardship
of native plants. Programs are provided for individuals,
families, and professionals. Its a beautiful place to step
into nature, with 134 acres and gorgeous hiking trails.

oWowCow has been creating small batch, artisan-crafted

ice cream using locally-sourced dairy, cage-free eggs, raw
honey, and seasonal fruit since 2009. Swing by and check
out their amazing award-winning offerings its serious
fun food, passionately made and warmly shared.

1635 River Road | New Hope, PA 18938

215.862.2924 | bhwp.org

237 N. Union St. | Lambertville, NJ 08530

609.397.2234 | owowcow.com

Marsha Brown New Orleans is a refined Creole kitchen and

lounge located in a 125-year-old stone church featuring
the finest cuts of meat, fish delivered fresh daily, and
a premier raw bar. The main dining room features 40-foot
ceilings, an impressive 30-foot mural, antique furnishings,
and stained glass windows.

Panoply Books offers unusual, offbeat, rare and out-of-print

quality used books. We also offer a diverse collection of vinyl
records, art, ephemera and textiles. Please visit us at our
store in Lambertville, and take in the Panoply experience!
48 N. Union St. | Lambertville, NJ 08530
609.397.1145 | panoplybooks.com

15 S. Main St. | New Hope, PA 18938

215.862.7044 | marshabrownrestaurant.com

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DOYLESTOWN

Peace Valley Lavender Farm is the place to go for living

plants, bulk blossoms, dried bunches, essential oil, bath
and body products, sachets, and pillows featuring the
clean, calming scent of lavender. All make great gift
basket and hostess gift ideas because everyone loves
the unique fragrance of lavender.

Donegal Jewelers specializes in antique jewelry dating

back to the 1800s, estate pieces with a story to tell, and
contemporary jewelry that sparkles and shines. Owner
Alexa Breslin has assembled a collection of todays
most unique and sought-after pieces. Come treasure
hunting with us!

802 New Galena Road | Doylestown, PA 18901

215.249.8462 | peacevalleylavender.com

25 N. Main St. | Doylestown, PA 18901

215.348.3488 | donegaljewelers.com

Patricia Hutton Galleries specializes in Impression and

Realism by 24 award-winning artists from the Bucks
County area and New England. Local artists include Frank
Arcuri, Dot Bunn, and Bradley Hendershot, and New
England artists include E. Principato and Sam Vokey.

Peace Valley Park Boat Rental offers healthy, outdoor fun

for the whole family. Open every day until 7 p.m., choose
among rowboats, canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, and
sailboats available for rent by the half-hour, hour, half-day,
and day. All you need is a drivers license and good weather!

47 W. State St. | Doylestown, PA 18901

215.348.1728 | patriciahuttongalleries.com

Creek Road Galena Village Area | Doylestown, PA 18901

215.345.1097 | buckscounty.org/government/
ParksandRecreation/Parks/PeaceValleyBoat

Doylestown Brewing Company has two great locations

to choose from: The Marketplace Building at 22 S. Main St.
(the brewery and tasting room), and Hops Bar & Grill at
52 E. State St. (the perfect place to grab your favorite DBC
brew and a light bite). Hops also features patio seating,
and The Still, a 1920s-style speakeasy bar.

The Doylestown Bookshop is a locally owned and

operated bookstore dedicated to preserving the heritage
and traditions of independent bookstore ideals. Our staff
is knowledgeable and friendly, and will help you choose
from our extensive inventory of new and nearly-new
books, ranging from classic literature to current bestsellers.

22 S. Main St. & 52 E. State St. | Doylestown, PA 18901

267.614.1589 | doylestownbrewingcompany.com

16 S. Main St. | Doylestown, PA 18901

215.230.7610 | doylestownbookshop.com

Doylestown Arts Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary

Sept. 1011 with 160 artists, five stages of live music, interactive
arts, food, activities, and more. Admission to the two-day
juried festival is free of charge. Brought to you by Discover
Doylestown, and presented by the Thompson Organization.

Cafe Alessio serves up authentic Italian Sicilian delicacies,

wood-burning style pizza, salads, and even sushi
al fresco on the terrazza, or in their spectacular dining
room. And dont forget to try the Cape Cod-inspired
Alessio Seafood Grille in nearby Warrington, featuring
the freshest fish and famous seafood buckets.

Multiple locations in downtown area | 105 daily

215.340.9988 | doylestownartsfestival.com

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215.340.1101 | cafealessiodoylestown.com

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GALLERY

Chapman Gallery:

Painting Eternal Pictures

of Bucks County
by Steve Chernoski

What scene in Bucks County best

epitomizes the areas sense of place?
A covered bridge over a creek
with hardwoods brandishing their
fall foliage? Or perhaps a springtime
scene of birds nesting in Bowmans
Hill Wildflower Preserve? Whatever
one imagines, the Chapman Gallery
in downtown Doylestown has been
bringing together local artists capturing
those visions for decades now.
The gallery, whose artwork consists
primarily of oil paintings, watercolors,
pastels, as well as acrylics, has built
up a unique network of Bucks County
area artists who have remained the
heart of the gallery since its inception
back in 1989.
I think thats what makes us a little
different, said gallery owner and

namesake John Chapman. I have new

artists that have begun recently, but my
core group has been here a long time,
he continued.
Chapman grew up in Doylestown,
and has lived in the area for most of
his life. His interest in Bucks County
culture can be attributed to growing
up and being thankfully surrounded
by places such as the Mercer and
Michener Art museums, as well as
the Bucks County Playhouse. So, like
a writer writing what they know,
Chapman has remained true to what
he knows -- his home and the shared,
almost familial belief with other artists
that this area is a special place. And
when tasked with organizing a gallery,
it was natural for Chapman to connect
with like-minded creatives.

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When you come into our gallery,

were approachable. JOHN CHAPMAN
The work you see in the gallery is
intentional, Chapman affirmed. When
people are shopping local, theyre
looking for local things. Art here might
remind them of a great vacation, or
possibly home.

Sometimes, people looking at

art feel intimidated, but were
down to earth. JOHN CHAPMAN
At the gallery, we provide artwork
with a quality that really represents
the area, and we provide something for
everyone, he added.
The gallery hosts two shows per year
that exhibit new work from most of the

core artists, which tend to showcase

the seasonal beauty of Bucks County.
Featured artists can be easily be
discovered in the gallery, which has been
in downtown Doylestown since 2001,
after moving from New Britain. Previews
of most of the artists work can be
viewed on Chapmans recently updated
website, thechapmangallery.com.
When you come into our gallery,
were approachable, Chapman said.
Sometimes, people looking at art
feel intimidated, but were down to
earth, and dont pressure anyone to
buy. We think the paintings will sell
themselves.
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Doylestown, PA 18901
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FOOD & SPIRITS

Lumberville General Store

Hits its Stride
By Steve Chernoski

On a warm June morning, a hiker trekked

south on River Road (Pennsylvania
Route 32), and stopped to ask several
Black Bass Hotel guests if they knew
the location of the Lumberville General
Store. Five minutes later, the same
question was asked yet again, this time
from the lead biker of a large group
of cyclists, who crossed over from the
nearby Lumberville-Raven Rock Bridge.
The exchanges, all within a five-minute
window, indicate how the Lumberville
General Store is once again becoming
a destination.
The store, along with the Black Bass
Hotel, anchors the Lumberville Historic
District, which covers 85 buildings
along River Road, roughly bordered
on the north by Fleecy Day Road, and
by Greenhill Road on the southern

side. Doylestown entrepreneur Jack

Thompson, who also owns the hotel,
purchased the store at auction in 2008,
and has done multiple renovations, the
most recent in April 2016.
River Road around 20072008 was
dying a slow death, said hotel and
general store general manager Grant
Ross. Then Jack came along with his
daughter, Laura [Thompson Barnes],
and had a vision to retain cultural
aspects of the area, while expanding
offeringsit was like a stimulus package
for the district, Ross continued.
The General Store now encompasses
versatile indoor and outdoor sections.
The main building, dating back to
1770, was renovated with historic
designations in mind, but the modern
additions include a manicured deli

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Jack had a vision to

retain cultural aspects of
the area, while expanding
offeringsit was like
a stimulus package for
the district.

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area and large pastry cabinet, which

contains homemade ice cream, with
flavors like cinnamon and honey
lavender vanilla, and a new gourmet
coffee roaster nicknamed Big Red.
A few steps past the cozy dining
room and newly refurbished
bathrooms is a Georgian-style library
and conference area. The quiet spot
accommodates small group meetings,
as well as medium-sized dining parties
or book circles.
The first outdoor seating spot is
brick faced with underground propane
lines feeding heat lamps, in addition
to fire pits for when the weather turns
chilly. Across the parking lot is the
special event area, hidden amid a small
cascading waterfall, shared with the
hotel, and complete with a small and
a nearby indoor space for brides to
prepare before weddings.

The store, six miles north of New

Hope, parallels the Delaware Canal
towpath, and stands across the river
from Bulls Island Recreation Area.
The location explains why its circled
on so many itineraries of outdoors
enthusiasts. Terry and Nancy Brown
of Point Pleasant, N.J., were at the store
to organize a July luncheon. The two
represented NJ Rail Trail Riders, who
have various excursions around the
area. They marked the general store
to be their finish line for one terrific
lunch as they wrote on their meetup.com
page. Grant noted that it certainly helps
when larger groups call ahead
to give the cooks preparation, but its
not essential.
Near the store is also a refurbished old
barn, which was converted into a bakery
and smoke kitchen. The bakery serves
both the store and the hotel, but the rest

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of the kitchens serve as a place for chefs

to experiment with smoking their own
salmon, for example, or putting various
cheeses through a cold smoke process.
At the general store, we have to be
clever. Unlike the hotel, Im trying to
feed you for ten dollars here, said Ross.
Next to the barn, the pergola patio
was getting set for a wedding party
later in the day, and the next day,
a Fathers Day BBQ was to take place
on the grassy area known as the
meadow. At the venue there is
rehearsal dining, receptions, birthdays.
Its a much more tactile experience,
which is affordable and cheerful, Ross
emphasized. Its much more casual
compared to the hotel.
Although the store has had to contend
with Pennsylvania Department of
Transportation construction on Route
32, the busy staff is prepared for the
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At the general store, we have

to be clever. Unlike the hotel,
Im trying to feed you for ten
dollars here. GRANT ROSS
diverse patrons, whether Friday and
Saturday evening Supper Club guests,
walk-in customers or swarms of
cyclists. People are rediscovering the
Lumberville General Store as it enters
a new chapter in its history. | r
3741 River Road (Route 32)
Lumberville, PA 18933
215.297.9262
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