We look forward to seeing you this weekend to once again gather with friends and neighbors to enjoy the works of over 180 regional artists in the historic Art Barn. Delight in the creations of over 130 artists and craft artisans displayed under the trees. Discover treasures at the White Elephant Tent. Choose from literally thousands of volumes at the Book Wagon. Place a bid at the Silent Auction.  Enjoy the outstanding live musical entertainment while savoring a fresh-squeezed lemonade, a tasty sandwich or a home-baked dessert in the picnic grove. Special activities for children and summer fun for everyone.

The Tinicum Arts Festival is the primary fundraiser for the non-profit Tinicum Civic Association. The Festival is planned and run by volunteers. Proceeds are used to maintain the 1832 Stover Mill in Erwinna and to benefit over 30 other non-profit organizations that serve Tinicum Township.

Schedule of Events:

July 13, 2024

Live Entertainment
On the Main Stage

Jericho Grass
10:30am to 12:30pm
Since 1979 Jericho Grass has been providing the Delaware Valley with their own unique mix of jazz, country, and mountain music, all with a bluegrass core.

Mike Montrey Band
1:00pm to 3:00-pm
Mike Montrey Band's dynamic fusion of Americana/Rock n Soul has been lighting up New Jersey, and far beyond for over a decade.

Barefoot Bobby and
the Breakers
3:30pm to 5:30pm
Taking its own spin on Classic Rock, Country, Motown and Jimmy Buffett style tunes, the band performs them in a family friendly, interactive and upbeat show that appeals to audiences of all ages.

Strolling Entertainers…
Barry the Magician provides laughs with his balloons and close up magic.
Ring the Rafters is an acapella group which sings songs from many eras in the Barbershop style.
and more!

Authors' Table
10:00am -12:00pm
Mark McNease  Hell to Pay (A House in the Woods 1 and 2) – Mark McNease is the author of 14 novels. He has won 2 Emmys for children's television, and he is a current board member of the Mystery Writers of America-New York Chapter.
Erica George  The Edge of Summer – Erica George is a writer of young adult fiction. She has an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. She resides in northern New Jersey, but spends her summers soaking up the salty sea air on Cape Cod.
Deb Hoeffner  Trucker: The True Story of a Hero Colt – Deb describes her work as a layering of thought, paint and possibilities. Over a long professional career, she has been widely published. She specializes in expressive portraits of the animal kingdom that tell stories and capture the spark of life.

12:00pm – 2:00pm
Bill Hemmig  Americana: Stories – Bill's short story collection, Americana, was recently published by Read Furiously, which also published his novella, and two of his stories. He has been published in The Madison Review and Philadelphia Stories.
Eric Hinrichs  One Way Out – Longtime resident of Tinicum Township, Eric is a retired medical engineer, who has written numerous articles and led lectures on writing.
auren teaches English at Harcum College and for Southern New Hampshire University's MFA program.  A writer of mysteries and thrillers, she resides in Bucks County, PA with her dogs and whatever her dogs bark at in the night.

2:00pm – 4:00pm
Julie Standig  The Forsaken Little Black Book – Julie writes poems while taking trains, on walking paths and over a hot cup of coffee. She learned the art of revision and no longer hesitate to kill her darlings. Few things satisfy her more that gutting an old poem to create something better. Well, except time on the towpath with Ken and her Springer.
Anna Maria Manalo  The Infernal – Anna is the first Filipina American author of paranormal nonfiction and suspense fiction. Trained as a screenwriter, she has received numerous accolades and has placed at several competitions as a screenwriter. Her books are highly rated on Amazon.
Nicholas DeLarso   Sticks N Stones  – A  crime thriller that follows a disturbed killer and the obsessive detective trying to solve the case. Nicholas describes himself as "just a kid from Northeast Philadelphia trying to define the odds of circumstance".

4:00pm – 6:00pm
Lynn Levin  House Parties – Called one of the most "poignantly witty voices of our time" (Bucks County Community College), Lynn Levin is the author of nine books. Her short story collection House Parties was named one of the best books of summer by Philadelphia Magazine.
Robbin Farr Become Echo – Robbin Farr writes poetry and brief lyric nonfiction. In addition, she is the editor of River Heron Review journal. She is most happy when revising and submitting. Writing terrifies her.

Discovery Tent
11:00am-Artist Demonstration
Come meet and watch Featured Artist – painter Tracy Everly – as she captures the historic art barn. She will be set up just adjacent to the Discovery Tent.

12:00pm-Chemistry Chaos
with the DaVinci Science Center
Exploding soap monsters, color changing reactions, and instant smoke illustrate the incredible potential of mixing matter. Stick around after the show to explore physical changes of matter as you create your own color palette using the primary colors. of pigment and some awesome chemistry tools.

2:00pm-Storyteller & Author Judy England-McCarthy
Come and enjoy some family friendly tales by a professional storyteller, author and poet, as she weaves stories with humor, wisdom and originality.

July 14, 2024

Live Entertainment
On the Main Stage

Michael Arenella Jazz Quartet
10:30am to 12:30pm
Spring boarding from a journey into the Jazz Age — moving through a timeless sense of swing and soul — the Michael Arenella Jazz Quartet explores an expression untethered to an era.

Bear's Choice
1:00 to 2:30pm
A seasoned Grateful Dead cover band where the core members have played together for over 30 years! It promises to be an authentic Dead concert performance.

Cherry Lane Band
2:30 to 4:30pm
Cherry Lane Band is like having the best tribute bands, all in one amazing show. The band pays homage to classic horn bands, from Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire to Steely Dan, then adds in the best of Motown and current artists like Bruno Mars and Dua Lipa. Rock n' Roll with a Blast of Soul.

Strolling Entertainers…
Galena Brass always provides the epitome of Versatility in Brass.
Barry the Magician is back with more laughs and balloon magic fun.

Authors' Table
10:00am – 12:00pm
Jeanne Balsam  Where Do Butterflies Go At Night? – Jeanne Balsam is an author, illustrator and graphic designer whose work often focuses on animals and the environment. Her first picture book was happily published in 2022. In all she does, Jeanne hopes to inspire and enlighten others.
John Clement  The Cat Sitter and The Canary – John is the author of the popular Dixie Hemingway Mystery Series, which follows the adventures of Dixie Hemingway, a professional cat sitter with wry wit, a keen eye, and an uncanny penchant for stumbling upon crime scenes.
Studio RT 29   Art Books – Studio Route 29 is a progressive art studio that centers the creative practices and perspectives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as a community space that champions inclusion and brings people together in play and creative spirit.

12:00pm – 2:00pm
Hayden Saunier  Wheel – Hayden Saunier writes poetry. Awards include a Pushcart Prize, Gell Poetry Award, Rattle Poetry Prize, and the Pablo Neruda Award. Her work has been published widely and featured on Poetry Daily, Garrison Keillor's Writer's Almanac, and Verse Daily.
Linda C. Wisniewski  Where the Stork Flies – Linda is a former librarian and journalist who lives in Doylestown Township and volunteers at the historic home of author Pearl S. Buck. Her work has been published in literary magazines and anthologies.
Jennifer Nelson  Teaching with Heart: Lessons Learned in a Classroom – Jennifer Nelson is a writer and teacher living in Bucks County. She runs Your Stories, a memoir writing services company. She studied journalism at Columbia University and English at the University of California, Berkeley.

2:00pm – 5:00pm
Tama Matsouka Wong Into the Woods: How to Garden Like a Forager – Tama Matsuoka Wong is a forager, weed eater, wild farmer, and meadow doctor. She is the author of the backyard field guide and cookbook Foraged Flavor nominated for a James Beard award in 2013.
Chris Alice "Alie" Kratzer  The Social Wasps of North America – Alie is a local engineer, scientist, entrepreneur, author, and illustrator. Her next book- The Cicadas of North America- will be released later this summer!
Cal Peternell  Cookbooks – Cal is the Jersey raised Co-owner and Head chef at Finnbar Restaurant in Frenchtown. He was a chef at Chez Panisse when it was named the Best Restaurant in America and earned  its Michelin Star. He is the author of multiple Award Winning Cookbooks.

Discovery Tent
10:00am – 1:00pm: Plein Air Painting with the Uncorked Artist
Join the party… the paint party! The Uncorked Artist brings you plein air painting at the festival. Uncork your inner artist and create your own artwork of the iconic Tinicum Park Barn. Artists will be on hand to guide you and all supplies will be provided. Fun for any age!

2:00pm: Barry Weaver's
Magic Show
A real kid pleaser.  Everyone will have a great time!

Date: July 13 - July 14, 2024

Time:

Saturday, July 13th from 10am to 6pm
Sunday, July 14th from 10am to 5pm

Location:

Tinicum Park
963 River Road (PA Route 32), Erwinna, PA 18920

Admission:
$10 for adults and $1 for children 6-12.  
Children under 6 and parking are FREE.

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