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Do you Want to be a Hero? Lingohocken Fire Company is Looking for Volunteers
The Lingohocken Fire Company is looking to up their numbers and is holding a recruitment BBQ on Saturday 10/2. Do you want to join in?
The Lingohocken Fire Company is composed of a wonderful group who do so much more for this community than put out fires (and really, that would be enough, right?)
My favorite thing is the annual Santa run when Santa and Mrs. Clause come around on the fire trucks. We live on a REALLY small dead-end street, but they always take the time to stop, get off the truck and take a picture with us. The kids go crazy.
The also offer an annual Fire Safety Day where they have the community come out and learn about fire safety. Only this isn't boring lectures of demonstrations - these guys give the kids a turn on the firehoses. THE FIREHOSES! Again, the kids go crazy

This little firehouse enhances the community in numerous ways and I'm thankful that we have them watching our backs.
If you want to join this great group of people, stop by the recruitment BBQ held at the firehouse on the corner of Mill Creek Rd and Washington Ave in Wycombe and find out the scoop!
Lingohocken Fire Company
1090 Washington Ave.
Wycombe, PA
10/2 from 1-5
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The Village Renaissance Faire - Wrightstown, PA September 18th & 19th 2010
All the Lords and Ladies are partying at the Middletown Grange this weekend!
The Village Renaissance Faire
Middletown Grange Fair Grounds (Penns Park Rd & 413)
September 18th & 19th
11:00 - 6:00 Daily
Ridiculously fun (I love being called a Fair Maiden) and super cheap, this is a great way to spend the weekend here in Wrightstown, PA. Admission is just $5, kids under 8 are free, and there is free parking.
Told you. Super cheap.
They have a full schedule of events, including jugglers, music, jousting, crafts, kids' kingdom, and a living history pavillion.
If you've never been to a Renaissance Faire, however, the best part are the actors who walk around and interact with you throughout the day. They never break character, and if you can suspend your disbelief and play along, it's a fun time.
All proceeds from the Renaissance Faire go to the best little library that could - The Village Library in Wrightstown, PA.
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Council Rock School District - Wrightstown Elementary School
School starts today for Council Rock School District!
One of the biggest draws to living in Wrightstown PA, for me, is the fabulous elementary school that we have. A nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School (in both 1998 AND 2004) is one of the smaller elementary schools in the district, with approximately 360 students. Wrightstown Elementary is very much an "Everyone knows Everyone" sort of school.
Mrs. Stahl, the Kindergarten teacher, knows my 3 year old by name, and we often talk about when she is getting "The Last Oberhau" in her classroom. Mr. J, the gym teacher? He's a rock star at the school, and manages to make each kid feel special as they meet up in the halls. Everyone says hello as I walk through the halls, and it's just a very welcoming place to be.
With a background in education, I have a tendency to be...let's call it intense...about my children's education. I have never had any concerns about either the quality of the education, or the dedication of the teachers at Wrightstown Elementary. True, I'm only one person, but the general vibe I get from the school is that the teachers are well respected, and the parents happy with how their children are educated.
The PTO is run by a very energetic group of uber-Moms who devise all sorts of activities that enhance the children's education, and raise much needed funds to provide Wrightstown Elementary School with some pretty fancy resources. We've got white-boards, folks. In our little bitty school - white boards!
It's not blind dedication to a favorite school on my part, either. Greatschools.org gives Wrightstown Elementary a distinguished score of 9 out of 10. Schooldigger.com gives Wrightstown Elementary 4 out of 5 stars.
Here is what some other parents have to say about Wrightstown Elementary School:
All of my children have thrived at Wrightstown Elementary. There is an amazing group of teachers and support staff that love what they do, and it shows. Wrightstown is a small school (2 classes per grade) with a wonderful sense of community.
JZ
My two girls couldn't be more opposite, and Wrightstown seems to have the perfect fit for both. The teachers are always within reach if I have any questions, and my girls are always eager to get to school. From back to school picnics, to bingo night, the Halloween dance, and school spirit days, Wrightstown makes the school atmosphere seem very welcoming. I am lucky to be a part of this awesome family!!
JC
If you are looking for a REALTOR in Bucks County to help you find a home within the confines of Wrightstown Elementary School, I'm your girl! I'll go a step further and introduce you to Mrs. Stahl and Mr. J!
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Bucks County is beautiful and when you drive in Bucks County you will see farms and farmer's markets in many towns.
You will have an opportunity to buy fresh produce and sometimes pick your own.
If you are in Wrightstown you should go to Wrightstown Farmer's Market. It is located at 2203 2nd Street pike. Wrightstown, Pa 18940
It is open May 1 to Novemebr 20 on Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm
goto www.buckscountyfoodshedalliance.org for information or call 2158607081
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Homes in Wrightstown, PA - Anchor Estates
Lest you think all the homes in Wrightstown Township Pennsylvania are new construction, luxury executive homes, like those in Matthew's Ridge and Chapman's Corner, let me introduce you to Anchor Estates.
Located just off Routes 413 and 232, Anchor Estates is a neighborhood of mixed homes. Originally a neighborhood of smaller ranchers built in the mid to late 1950's, there were a few more homes built in the 1970's era. These homes have been getting renovated as they turn over, and are selling in the $300-$400K range.
In the mid to late '90s there was additional construction within Anchor Estates, particularly on Ranch Road and on the end cul-de-sac of Woodland Road. These homes are quite a bit larger and are in the $500-700K price ranges. Additional new construction has been pocketed into vacant lots, as well, and these newer homes are in the higher end price points.
What I like about Anchor Estates (other than the fact that it's my "adopted neighborhood" - I can cut through my neighbor's back yard and access the neighborhood to take the kids and dog for a walk) is the very real sense of community, and the mixed look of the neighborhood. I like seeing the newer and older homes mixed together! I often think that those little ranchers are perfect for my parents - one floor living, manageable size, and really close to babysit my kids! I also think the smaller ranchers are perfect for the first time homebuyers, who often find the real estate pricing in Wrightstown prohibitive.
The larger houses interspersed in Anchor
Estates buoy the property values, and lend a shot of life to this older neighborhood. Adorable and stately homes, first-time homebuyers, downsizers, and larger families...all exist quite comfortably in Anchor Estates.
Across the street is Anchor Crossing Shopping Center, with Hometown Deli (best cheesesteaks and fries around) and Elevations Salon, with Chandra, the best nail girl around. There is also a dentist, post office, and dry cleaner in the shopping center.
Children who live in Anchor Estates will attend Wrightstown Elementary, Newtown Middle, and Council Rock North High School. I know many of the families in the neighborhood, so let me know if you want some connections when you move in! You can also give a yell when you see me walking the dog - it's the big shaggy black one!
However, if you're looking to move into Anchor Estates, be ready to jump. Homes in the $300-400K price range move quickly in Wrightstown, PA, and this is a smaller neighborhood with little turnover. Do your homework now so that you'll be ready to jump when the next one comes on the market!
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