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Joseph Chelius, W.D. Ehrhart, and Jane Edna Mohler

Three Poets Laureate Gather for Wordsmiths Reading Series at BCCC

 The Wordsmiths Reading Series at Bucks County Community College proudly presents three former Bucks County Poets Laureate who will read from their latest published works at 7:30 p.m. Friday, February 27, on the Newtown Campus. Joseph Chelius, who was named Bucks County Poet Laureate in 2000, will be joined by 1983 Poet Laureate W.D. Ehrhart and 2020 Poet Laureate Jane Edna Mohler. The reading, which is free and open to the public, takes place in room 142 of historic Tyler Hall. About Joseph Chelius Joseph Chelius is the author of “Playing Fields” (2025) and four previous collections of poems: “Taking Pitches” and “Row House Yards” (Pudding House Chapbook Series, 2006 and 2011), and “The Art of Acquiescence” and “Crossing State Lines” (WordTech Communications, 2014 and 2020). In addition to being named Bucks County Poet Laureate in 2000, he was the first-place winner of the inaugural short fiction contest at Bucks County Community College. His work appears in Cider Press Review, Commonweal, Poet Lore, Poetry East, Rattle, THINK, and other journals. A semi-retired editor and editorial director in the healthcare communications industry, Chelius and his wife have two grown children and have lived in Bucks County for 32 years. About W.D. Ehrhart W. D. Ehrhart, the 1983 Bucks County Poet Laureate, is a Vietnam War veteran, a dedicated anti-war activist, and author of the memoir “Vietnam-Perkasie,” among other books. He’s also a regular contributor of nonfiction articles to Current Affairs, and is the first poet to be published in its pages. His new poetry collection, “Smart Fish Don’t Bite,” is available from Moonstone Press. Ehrhart’s poems present straightforward, candid portrayals of experience. He has written about the Vietnam War, but subjects also include encounters with friends and family, and observations of the world around him — for instance, the death of a friend, memories of his grandmother, and his urban Philadelphia neighborhood. He has cited his wife and daughter as influences on his writing. About Jane Edna Mohler Jane Edna Mohler is the 2020 Bucks County Poet Laureate and winner of the 2016 Main Street Voices prize. Recent publications include “Gargoyle” and “One Art.” Her collections, “Broken Umbrellas” (2019) and “Autumn Clears” (2025), were both published by Kelsay Books. Mohler is poetry editor of the Schuylkill Valley Journal. She is also an American traditional rug hooker and a devoted gardener. Another Wordsmiths Reading in April A USA TODAY best-selling novelist rounds out the spring Wordsmiths Reading Series when Jamie Brenner reads from her works at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Her novels include “The Forever Summer,” “Blush,” and the forthcoming trilogy “Blue Angel.” After raising two daughters in New York City, Brenner now lives in Bucks County — the inspiration for her recent novel “The Weekend Crashers.“ The Wordsmiths Reading Series is another way that Bucks County Community College connects the community with the region’s vibrant literary heritage. The series, which is free and open to the public, is funded by the College’s Cultural Affairs Committee. To learn more, visit the Wordsmiths Reading Series webpage or contact the School of Language & Literature at langandlit@bucks.edu or 215-968-8150. Bucks County Community College’s Newtown Campus is located at 275 Swamp Rd., Newtown, Pa., 18940, where there is ample free parking. For a campus map and directions, visit the Newtown campus webpage.
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Announcing the Bucks WestDoc Live Documentary Series

 Bucks County Community College proudly announces BUCKS WESTDOC LIVE, a new monthly documentary series that features prestigious producers and directors discussing the filmmaking process. Produced in partnership with Academy Award–nominated filmmaker Chuck Braverman, creator of the acclaimed WESTDOC platform, and accomplished producer/director Peter LeDonne, the dynamic monthly series features live Q&A after each screening with the creators. “The best documentary films and their creators from around the world come to Newtown in this new series,” said Peter Chiovarou, the director of community programming and college events. “We’re thrilled that the Zlock Performing Arts Center is the new East Coast home of WESTDOC.” The series begins at 7 p.m. Thursday, February 19, with a screening of “Classroom 4” hosted in-person by LeDonne and featuring a guest appearance by director/producer Eden Wurmfeld. Executive produced by Edward Norton, “Classroom 4” follows Professor Reiko Hillyer teaching “The History of Crime and Punishment” inside a prison to undergraduates from Lewis & Clark College and incarcerated adults at Columbia River Correctional Institution in Portland, Oregon. The film follows the students and professor over an entire semester, letting the audience experience how the shared education changes all the students and their professor. Tickets for BUCKS WESTDOC LIVE are $10, and free for Bucks County Community College students with current ID. For tickets and more information, visit the Zlock Performing Arts Center webpage. The Zlock Performing Arts Center is located on the campus of Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Rd., Newtown, where there is ample free parking. For directions and a campus map, visit the Newtown campus webpage. BUCKS WESTDOC LIVE is part of the Bucks Live! series of innovative programs that entertain, inspire, and enrich Bucks County’s cultural landscape. Take in world-class live music, dance, and theatrical performances close to home and at an affordable price. Explore more opportunities on the Zlock Performing Arts Center webpage.
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BCCC Announces Spring Art Exhibitions at Upper and Lower Bucks Campuses

 Bucks County Community College invites artists and community members to experience two vibrant Spring 2026 art exhibitions at both the Upper Bucks and Lower Bucks campuses, each celebrating original artwork while supporting student scholarships. The exhibitions are free and open to the public and highlight the work of regional artists while fostering creative engagement across the community. At the Upper Bucks Campus in Perkasie, the Spring Art Showcase will be presented at the Fickes Gallery from Monday, February 23 through Friday, April 10. An opening reception, free and open to the public, will be held at the Fickes Gallery on Friday, February 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. Open to all artists, the non-juried exhibition has no required theme and welcomes both two- and three-dimensional original artwork. Artists may submit up to three works for sale with a $20 entry fee. A 25 percent commission on all sales benefits the Upper Bucks Campus scholarship fund. The registration deadline for the Upper Bucks Campus Spring Art Showcase is Wednesday, February 18. Full submission guidelines, deadlines, and exhibition details are available on the Fickes Gallery webpage. The Gallery at the Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks in Bristol will host Show Some HeART!, a non-juried exhibition featuring original artwork in a variety of mediums, with all works priced at $150 with a portion of each sale benefitting the Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks scholarship fund. The exhibition will be on view from Monday, February 9 through Thursday, April 9, with a free and open-to-the-public opening reception on Friday, February 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. The artwork for both exhibitions is presented in public campus gallery spaces and is selected for quality, originality, and suitability for viewers of all ages. Community members are welcome to attend the exhibitions and opening receptions to support the arts and student scholarships at Bucks County Community College. The Upper Bucks Campus is located at One Hillendale Road, Perkasie, PA 18944. The Fickes Gallery is located on the ground floor of the North Building. The Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks is located at 1304 Veterans Highway, Bristol, PA 19007. The Gallery at the Lower Bucks Campus is located on the first floor of the main academic building. There is ample free parking available at both campuses.