Quakerphernalia

The Newsletter of Bucks Quarterly Meeting of Friends

Contacting the Coordinator

Events in September 1996 plus Events of October

Looking Ahead

Chandler Hall Worship Services

Quakerphrenalia Archives

Just in case you forgot to write down a phone number, etc.

Coming events:

1 Sun

Bucks Quarterly Meeting at George School.

7 Sat 8-3

Yardley Meeting's Flea Market.

8 Sun 7:00

Interfaith prayer service for Liberian friends & neighbors at Wrightstown.

9 Mon 7:30

BQM Peace and Service Committee meeting at Pennswood.

16 Mon 1:30

Chandler Hall Auxiliary Meeting at Newtown.

19 Thurs 7:30

BQM Oversight Committee meeting at Buckingham.

21 Sat 7:00

BQM Singles' Group meets at Wrightstown.

26 Thurs 7:00

United Nations Association of the United States of America meeting.

28 Sat 12:30

Bucks Quarter Family Whale Watch off Cape May.

28 Sat 5:30

Chandler Hall Auction & Gala to benefit the Hospice program.

29 Sun 10:00

Appreciation Meeting for Worship for Friends and community at Yardley.

September 1996

Bucks Quarterly Meeting at George School

Brochures for the Quarterly Meeting at George School are out! Please send your registration in soon so the committee has a count for the dining room staff at George School. Adult workshops include Quakers and Vegetarianism, Singing Workshop, Walt Whitman and the Universal Light, Jesus and the Testimonies. There are activities and workshops for children of all ages. Our Young Friends will start early with a sweat lodge and overnight at Snipes' farm. Allen Nelson will lead a workshop for Young Friends on Sunday. Middle School Friends will go on an all-day canoe trip in Pemberton, NJ. School-age children will enjoy a variety of activities including basketball, storytelling, swimming, arts and crafts. Preschool children will be under the care of Charlie Thomforde and his assistants. Lunch is potluck and dinner is provided by George School. Quaker Follies needs you and your talent after dinner. If you haven't received the brochure or have questions, call the Coordinator at 860-9747.

Mediation Training at Doylestown Meeting

PYM's Friends Conflict Resolution Program will hold mediation training sessions at Doylestown meetinghouse on Wed., Oct 2nd, Thurs., Oct 3rd, and Fri., Oct 4th, from 8:30 AM-6:00 PM. Skills include keeping the discussion on track, asking the right questions, staying neutral, focusing on interests - not positions, framing negotiable issues, drawing out ideas for solutions, building agreement, and more. If you find yourself in the middle of other people's conflicts at home, at work, or in organizations you can benefit from this program. The cost for the training sessions is $300. Registrations are due by September 11th, along with a check for $300, to Friends Conflict Resolution Programs, 1515 Cherry St., Philadelphia, PA 19102. For more information, call Caroline Packard at 215-241-7029.

Interfaith Prayer Service for Liberian Friends and Neighbors

Wrightstown Meeting will host an interfaith prayer service for the many Liberians living and working in Bucks County. On Sunday, September 8th, at 7:00 PM. Friends are invited to join with individuals and leaders of many faiths to show our Liberian neighbors that we are aware of their pain and pray that the wounds of their nation will soon be healed.

Bucks Quarter Family Whale Watch

Here we go a-whaling! Friends of all ages are invited to the Whale Watch off Cape May. It's a beautiful time of year to enjoy the wild life and ocean breezes at the shore, see the beautiful town of Cape May, and stop at the fish market on your way home. We will meet at the marina at 12:30 PM sharp. Cost is $19 for adults and $10 for children under 12. Check for flyers with registration and directions to the marina at your meetinghouse. For more information or flyers, call the coordinator at 860-9747.

Bucks Quarter Singing Group

Though it's summer and Friends are scattered, the singing group draws Friends from throughout the Quarter to Makefield meetinghouse for a wonderful time of singing. Led by Jonathan Snipes, Friends wind their way through a multitude of songs. If you like to sing for fun, join in and let your voice be heard! The next meeting is on September 25th, at 7:30 PM, at Makefield meetinghouse.

Quaker Panels at Falls Meeting Need Help

In storage at Falls Meeting are three large 20-year old panels depicting: a map of Bucks Quarter with pictures of the meetinghouses, an early history of Quakers, and a panel depicting Friends today (or 20 years ago). The panels need major revamping if they are to be useful as an outreach tool for events in the Quarter. If you are interested, please call Sandy at 860-9747.

Chandler Hall Auction & Gala

Chandler Hall's Auction & Gala will be held Saturday, September 28th, on the Llenroc property across Buck Road from Chandler Hall. This informal country/western evening under a large tent inclues food and beverages, a silent auction from 5:30-7:30PM, as well as a live auction from 7:00-9:00PM. Friends are invited to come and bid on items ranging from a week at the shore to treasures for the home. The cost is $25. Friends who have furniture, collectibles, or services to donate may call Sandy Bobeck at 860-4000. Proceeds benefit Hospice.

Open House at Buckingham Friends School

Buckingham Friends School will hold its annual autumn Open House for families interested in learning more about the school's educational offerings and programs on Wednesday, October 1st, from 9:30-12:30. There will be opportunities to meet faculty and staff as well as current parents and students, tour classrooms, and meet informally with teachers who will answer questions. To learn more about Buckingham Friends School and the Open House, call 794-7491.

Bucks Quarter Singles' Group

The next gathering of the Bucks Quarter Singles' Group is at 7:00 PM, Saturday, September 21st at Wrightstown Meeting. Bring a covered dish to share. (The planning committee meets at 6:30 PM. All are welcome with their ideas.)

United Nations Association of the United States of America

The Pennswood Social Concerns Committee and the Bucks County League of Women Voters are co-sponsoring a public meeting on September 26th at 7:00 PM, in the Game Room at Pennswood, to propose establishing a new UNA-USA chapter in this area. Friends are invited to this meeting and urged to join the nationwide movment for a more effective United Nations.

Correction:

Midweek Meeting for Worship at Makefield begins at 7:00 PM.

Appreciation Meeting for Worship for Friends and Community at Yardley

Yardley Meeting is very appreciative of the support of Quaker Friends and Yardley community friends who helped with the clean-up at Yardley meetinghouse and grounds after the Great Flood of June 12th. As you know, some three inches of mud were removed from the meetinghouse before the time-consuming and back-breaking work could begin. Friends from throughout the Quarter, and especially those who put in the many hours of labor to get the meetinghouse ready for worship on the following First Day, are invited to a special appreciation Meeting for Worship. At 9:00 AM there will be a discussion of Friends and Education, led by Bonnie Benbow, followed by the appreciation Meeting for Worship at 10:00 AM. Friends and community are invited to stay for brunch at 11:15 AM.

Looking Ahead

Oct 1

Buckingham Friends School Open House.

Oct 2-4

Mediation Training at Doylestown Meeting.

Oct 5

Buckingham Friends Meeting's Annual Autumn Fair.

Oct 12

Fallsington Day in Fallingston.

Oct 13

Quakerism 101 and 201 begin.

Oct 20

Fall Fun at Snipes' Farm for Middle School Young Friends.

Chandler Hall Worship Services will be organized by:

August - Falls

September - Makefield

October - Middletown

To have your events listed in theSeptember issue of Quakerphrenalia, please notify the Coordinator by September 13