FALLS TOWNSHIP, PA — Following three successful annual galas that featured rousing performances from the Fiddlehead String Quartet on the Fallsington Library's second-floor stage, the library is once again opening its doors and inviting patrons and community members alike to its Oct. 24 Fall Concert Gala.
The fundraising event aims to contribute to the Fallsington Library's programming, which includes year-round fun, hands-on STEAM programs, an immersive summer activity, reading program and a monthly train club.
The popular Fiddlehead String Quartet returns for the night of fun and fundraising.
Attendees can enjoy an hour-long concert, followed by refreshments provided by ShopRite of Yardley, games, as well as a finale to the online auction, which will feature more than 20 items.
Items available for bid include handmade pottery, jewelry, musical instruments, vintage décor, artwork, and a variety of gift certificates for local dining and area entertainment and attractions.
The online auction went live on Fallsington Day last Saturday, and continues through the gala's end on Oct. 24.
"Bidders do not need to be present in order to participate - or cast the winning bid," Fallsington Library Executive Director Charlene Rendeiro said. "But we would love to show off our library to some new folks this year."
This year's theme is Outshine the Bride ... of Frankenstein. Guests are invited to dress accordingly. New and old friends alike enjoy themselves at the library as part of the gala. Previous events have raised roughly $20,000 altogether.
Fallsington Library's Fall Concert Gala is sponsored in part by Parry Insurance and Clarke Gallagher Barbiero Amuso & Glassman Law.
If you're interested in sponsoring the event, please email Fallsington Library Executive Director Charlene Rendeiro at rendeiroc@buckslib.org.
Fallsington Library's Fall Concert Fundraiser will be held on Oct. 24 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Tickets are available at the Fallsington Library, 139
Yardley Ave., Fallsington. Online auction items will be available for bids beginning on Fallsington Day, Oct. 10, at 8:30 a.m. at this link: go.rallyup.com/fallsingtonlibrary26
Bidding concludes on Oct. 24 at 8:30 p.m.
The Fallsington Library Company was founded in 1800 and incorporated in 1802.
In 1879, the nonprofit organization moved into its Federalist-style building located at 139 Yardley Ave.
The second floor served as a community hall, hosting concerts, plays, dances, meetings, and even gym classes for the Pennsbury School.
The Fallsington Library continues to proudly serve Fallsington and surrounding communities. A full-service lending library, Fallsington Library also presents interactive family programming, and provides meeting space for the public in its historic building.
The library's affiliation with the Bucks County Free Library provides patrons full access to the entire BCFL catalog.
For more information, visit fallsingtonlibrary.org/.
(Theresa Katalinas)
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