Tree Lighting Schedule of Events

Perkasie Olde Towne Association has put together an outstanding schedule of events to celebrate the 100th anniversary of America’s oldest community Christmas Tree ceremony on December 5.
“We’ve been working for nearly a year to put together an event to remember,” said POTA President Hope Fisher. “Everything has come together nicely and we’re looking forward to [...]

Historic Tree Lighting to Feature Special Activities for Kids

As if the arrival of Santa Claus is not enough, youngsters who attend Perkasie Borough’s historic community Christmas tree lighting ceremony on December 5 will be invited to take part in two special events.
“Christmas is about kids,” said Hope Fisher, president of the Perkasie Olde Towne Association, which has put together a host of events [...]

Bucks County Candle & Gift Co. Opens

Jan Radosin has opened the Bucks County Candle & Gift Co. at 101 N. Fifth Street in Perkasie. Several POTA members gathered for Grand Opening on November 7.
Radosin, a Quakertown resident, makes her own candles under the Chandler House Ltd. brand name. She also sells candle-themed jewelry, table runners, place mats, baskets, and soaps, [...]

Grill Winner

Perkasie Olde Towne Association President Hope Fisher, left, and Events Chairwoman Cathy Weierbach, present a stainless steel grill to Peggy Eschenburg of Perkasie. Eschenburg’s husband Gary won the grilll, sponsored by Shadywood Communications Group, at the “Hot Ribs, Cool Music Festival.”

Facade Grants Awarded to Two Local Businesses

Two local businesses recently received Facade Improvement Grants from Perkasie Olde Towne Association.
Charles Croce, owner of Bravo’s Pizza, received $550 to seal the blacktop and paint new lines in his parking lot at Third and Walnut Streets. Michael McDevitt of Olde Towne Convenience received $1,233 to install new awnings and paint the front of his [...]

Introduction to the Google Local Business Center

(This information is from the Duct Tape Marketing Blog.)
The Google Local Business Center is a must visit for business in general, but certainly for businesses attempting to attract customer in their local community. As you may know, Google allows you to add your business to a directory and then enhance your profile with all kinds [...]

“Hot Ribs, Cool Music” Delights Visitors to Perkasie

Spectacular weather combined with new events and expanded musical offerings helped produce one the best “Hot Ribs, Cool Music” festivals ever, according to Perkasie Olde Towne Association, which organizes the annual event.
“We were thrilled with the way the day turned out,” said POTA President Hope Fisher. “People really seemed to appreciate the fact that they [...]

“Hot Ribs, Cool Music Festival” Set for May 30

No matter your musical taste, there will be something for everyone at the “Hot Ribs, Cool Music Festival” in Perkasie on Saturday, May 30. Sponsored by the Perkasie Olde Towne Association, the Hot Ribs, Cool Music Festival” the event is free and will take place from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. in downtown Perkasie.
Jimmy Buffet [...]

State Grants Available for Small Businesses

Department of Environmental Protection acting Secretary John Hanger is proud to announce an opportunity for Pennsylvania’s small businesses to improve their energy efficiency and manage higher energy prices.
The new Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program provides a 25 percent match, up to $25,000, for equipment or processes that significantly improve energy efficiency. The program is [...]

Learn How You Can Benefit From Stimulus Plan

Bucks County Congressman Patrick Murphy will host a meeting Monday, March 9 to help small business owners find out how they can take advantage of the $789 billion stimulus plan by going green. Entitled “Small Businesses: The Benefits and Opportunities in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of Going Green,” the seminar will be held [...]