Holiday happenings announced across Bucks County

Not many nonprofits can say they’ve secured $20,000 for a cause after a mere week in operation. But The Queen Bees certainly can. Christina Swain, Kelly Kemmerer, Missy Kitzmiller, Helen Irvine and Robin Kemmerer, all experienced Realtors in the Langhorne and Levittown areas, formed the all-female charity organization with two goals in mind: to help community members in need and create a positive network for like-minded women.

The Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual State of the County Luncheon on Thursday, March 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Northampton Valley Country Club, 299 Richboro Road, Richboro. Bucks County Commissioners Bob Harvie, Diane Ellis-Marseglia and Gene DiGirolamo will give updates for the county in 2023. Click here to register.

Bucks County Community College is celebrating Black History Month with three events in February. The month kicks off with “Lord, Write My Name: From Slavery to Freedom” on Friday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Zlock Performing Arts Center, located on the Newtown Campus at 275 Swamp Road. Renowned baritone Keith Spencer is joined by Peter Hilliard on piano as they present a musical tapestry interspersed with narratives, poetry and letters penned by enslaved people and iconic Black figures throughout history.

SCORE Bucks County announced that it’s offering four free webinars in February in a continued effort to keep the local business community informed. “How to Gain Customers with a LinkedIn Company Page” takes place Feb. 7. Led by SCORE volunteer Lynne Williams, who serves as executive director of Philadelphia Area Great Careers Group, the session provides insight on the differences between a personal page and a business page. Williams will present live demonstrations with actionable takeaways adaptable to all business formats, from solopreneur, consultant and small business owner. She will discuss: how to create your banner and logo; special features that can be incorporated on the company page; growing your business; gaining authority; building awareness.

Hicks Art Center Gallery at Bucks County Community College is presenting a group exhibition of new and historic artworks featuring U.S.- and internationally-based artists. Code Number Safe [Un]Safe is on view through Saturday, March 4. The exhibition features sculpture, painting, drawing, collage, assemblage, photography and video works by: Miriam Carpenter,...

The Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce announced that Mary Ann Robinson, CEO and founder, TransAct Merchant Services, is presenting “Making Processing Payments a Breeze” at its next keynote program on Thursday, Feb. 9, at the Capital Health Boardroom, Chamber Office, 409 Hood Blvd. in Fairless Hills. Networking and breakfast is from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and the program is from 9 to 10:15 a.m.

The Estée Lauder Companies recently donated $200,000 to Bucks County Community College, which is located near ELC’s long-held manufacturing and distribution operations in Bristol. This donation, which marks the largest single corporate investment the college has received in its 60-year history, will help advance supply chain education and...

Those who need help preparing their federal income tax return can take advantage of free assistance at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. in Northeast Philadelphia. The program runs from Thursday, Feb. 2 through Tuesday, April 18, and will be available to everyone with incomes of up to $73,000, whether filing single or joint returns.

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency awarded $100 million in grants to reduce gun and group violence across Pennsylvania. Locally, A Woman’s Place, Bucks County’s only domestic violence response organization, is receiving $183,500 to enhance its children’s advocacy program. “Reducing gun...

With Martin Luther King Day fast approaching, Caring for Friends is seeking volunteers on this day of service and beyond to assist in its mission of feeding and providing friendship to neighbors in need. There are in-person shifts available cooking in the commercial kitchen, 12271 Townsend Road, Philadelphia, and also...

Through its annual Holiday Assistance Program, Lenape Valley Foundation facilitated the distribution of holiday gifts to more than 470 clients and their family members living in Bucks County and the surrounding region. Over 150 generous donors, including individuals, community groups, local companies and businesses, donated thousands of gifts to low-income...

Bucks County Community College is the recipient of two grants: an It’s On Us PA grant for $34,778 and a PA Hunger-Free Campus grant for $59,945. Regarding the It’s On Us PA grant, this funding was announced by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Gov. Tom Wolf established It’s On Us PA, the nation’s first statewide campaign to combat campus sexual assault and violence, nearly seven years ago.

The Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority recently launched its capital improvement campaign that will invest $155 million to make significant upgrades and repairs across its aging sewer system. The initial investment is part of an ongoing infrastructure improvement initiative that BCWSA will continue to fund over the next several years.