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Atlantic Sturgeon Sculpture by Kate Graves -- Located at Ferry Landing -- the end of Ferry St, New Hope  The Atlantic Sturgeon located in our Delaware River waters are genetically unique to any species of sturgeon in the entire world as far as we know, and in most recent decades, we have seen their population, which used to thrive in these waters, dwindle down to near extinction with only about 300 spawning adults (numbers as of 2017).  Environmental conditions continue to threaten these fish, not necessarily in the New Hope - Lambertville region, but along the length of the Delaware River and its connecting waterways. This video better highlights how crucial the Delaware River is to the success of the Sturgeon as well as the dangers it faces and what has been the cause of its current endangered status. I must have visited Ferry Landing with my two kids back in 2015 just before the sculpture's installation.   This morning, when we came back to enjoy the f...

In a beautiful place such as this, it would be almost disrespectful to enjoy a glass without acknowledging the descriptive story of its tannins.  Loaded with high expectations from the recommendation of a friend, I decided to go to The Wine Cellar located at the iconic Lambertville Station.  I could have very well stayed home and enjoyed a glass as I usually do (on the couch and with a blanket and Chromebook on my lap), but my commitment to explore and report on my adventures remains strong.  Lambertville Station is sandwiched between the canal and the Delaware with unobstructed view of the bridge and river for miles and miles.  As soon as I crossed the threshold into the Lambertville Station, I was awestruck by its old world charm.  A casual welcome sign in the lobby pointed to The Wine Cellar as well as the tapas and oyster bars downstairs.  Descending down the steps to the open cellar, I was instantly drawn in by the lit fireplace and...

"My experience at Angel's has reinforced my love of all things New Hope/Lambertville, reminded me of the importance of shopping small and local, as well as realizing how important it is to stay focused on people and their stories that would otherwise go untold or overlooked." Not sure if you have noticed, but it has been difficult for me to head into town.  Since starting this new blogging venture, I've found that I don't go into New Hope as much as I'd like, not nearly enough to have a constant flow of experiences and content to write about.  In my defense, having the freezing temperatures and below negative feels we had in the first couple of weeks of the new year certainly didn't help (although there were some brave souls out there getting great shots of the Delaware that I really enjoyed from the comforts of my warm Ringoes home, but I digress). In an increased effort to come into New Hope and Lambertville, I went on the LNH App to search for p...

Apparently, this Moon has such an incredible pull, that even the Sun was bending and stretching its rays beyond the buildings just to get a glimpse.  (Click image to read full story!) One of the more recognizable signs located in the heart of Lambertville is that of the Full Moon Cafe .  I've noticed it (no, been drawn to it) for years since I've been visiting the area, but I had never once made the time to try this place out.  Well, it certainly called to me this morning, and for a change, I decided that today was the day I'd stop in for breakfast.   I got to town a little early so I decided to walk the streets and the bridge first.  Unfortunately, that didn't last long because it hasn't been this cold out on NYE since 55 years ago.  After about 15 minutes out on foot, I couldn't feel my fingers and very badly needed a hot cup of coffee. The Full Moon Cafe opened at 9AM which coincided perfectly with the start of meter parking.  When ...

The Buck's County Children's Museum  in New Hope is the local version of Philly's Please Touch Museum - a treasure for local families with young children!  (Click image to read full story!) As a new resident to the surrounding area, one of the first places I was dying to check out (for my kids' sake) was The Buck's County Children's Museum .   I had known about the Museum for years due to my frequenting the Triumph Brewery, but I hadn't ever taken the time to come into town with my kids for shenanigans suitable for them (who would have thought... going into New Hope for the children? Ha. ).  Well, since the children have sort of forced me to give my liver a break, I knew I finally had the opportunity to see what the Museum was all about. At my first visit, without even stepping foot past the main lobby to give it a try or see what's its all about, I took a gamble and automatically purchased a membership.  I figured it might be worth it since we...

"Porch Truck" Who would put the front end of a truck on a porch?  And so beautifully decorated for the season, might I add? I needed to know more.  (Click image to read full story!) I recently purchased and moved into a lovely home (on my own along with my two children, which is a story for another day) in Ringoes, or East Amwell Township, this past September.   It is conveniently located halfway between two incredible locations:  Flemington and Lambertville-New Hope.  In either direction, there is a world of nooks and crannies to explore and discover, but the Lambertville-New Hope side truly draws me in.  These two towns separated by the Delaware River and connected by a simple bridge you could drive or walk across.  I come in through Lambertville, NJ on route 179 into a quaint the little town so subtle, yet full of life, and then, cross the bridge into New Hope, PA with even more to explore.  It seems every inch of either town is...