Community Corner
Weekend Planner: April 27-29
Grab some pancakes, learn about bike safety and celebrate earth day all without stepping foot outside of Southampton!
There are a lot of exciting events happening around town this weekend.
We've highlighted a few for you here, along with some others from the surrounding area. Now there's no excuse - get out and enjoy the last weekend in April!
Where/when: , 1063 Street Rd., Southampton, Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
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Why go: Eat a delicious short stack and support the annual Southampton Days fair.
Cost: $8 (children 2 and under are free)
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When/Where: Veteran's Field, 520 Street Road, Southampton, 9 a.m.
Why go: Get your bike inspected and get simple free repairs, and have your helmet checked by Bucks Safe Kids Coalition.
Cost: Free
Where/When: Tamanend Park, 1255 Second Street Pike, Southampton, 10 a.m.
Why go: Spend a few hours giving back by helping clean up and beautify the park.
Cost: a little elbow grease and possibly some sweat
Where/when: , 300 Veterans Cir., Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Why go: Enjoy a day in the sun at the park, take a walk with your dog. Meet and greet other dog and cat lovers. Meet the animal rescues, browse thru tables of animal related vendors, and meet animal services. Entertainment, live music, shows, demos, refreshments.
Cost: Free
Where/when: , 1025 Horsham Rd., Horsham, Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Why go: The 6th annual Spring Flea Market and Craft Show will feature plenty of secondhand items for bargain hunters to search through.
Cost: Free
Where/when: , 600 Witmer Rd., Horsham, Sunday, 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Why go: Kick-off the bike riding season with a wonderful ride and help Horsham Rotary raise funds to improve Kohler Park.
Cost: $30
Where/when: , 800 Tomlinson Rd., Huntingdon Valley, Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 7 p.m.
Why go: This musical production by the Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools features more than two dozen songs, more than a dozen musicians and the lead actor playing the fiddle.
Cost: $15 ($12 for students and children)
Where/when: , 183 Moredon Rd., Huntingdon Valley, Saturday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Why go: What better way for young anglers to enjoy the spring weather and beautiful surroundings at Lorimer Park? The stream will be stocked with trout and instructors will be on hand to assist youngsters with their angling skills. Prizes will be awarded.
Cost: Free
Where/when: , 20 Donaldson St., Doylestown, Friday, 8 p.m.-10 p.m.
Why go: Take the stage at Doylestown's Zen Den coffeeshop. Sing a song, recite poetry, play music, crack some jokes. The only requirement is that all material be rated "E" for Everyone.
Cost: Free
Where/when: Keenan Motor Group, 4311 W. Swamp Rd., Doylestown, Saturday, 7 p.m.-11 p.m.
Why go: Canines on the Catwalk will benefit Animal Lifeline, a support organization for rescues, shelters and municipal groups who advocate for homeless animals everywhere.
Cost: $55
Where/when: , 2002 Rock Way, Southampton, Saturday, 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
Why go: Participate in a 5K, one mile walk or 90-minute Zumbathon to raise money for March of Dimes.
Cost: $25 for 5K, $10 for Zumbathon
Where/when: Washington Crossing Inn, Route 532 & River Rd., Washington Crossing, Friday, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Why go: Hosted by the PTO, the fundraiser will benefit many programs enjoyed by the students. Items up for bid include an autographed Claude Giroux jersey and Phillies tickets.
Cost: $30, $55 per couple
Where/when: , 275 Swamp Rd., Newtown, Sunday 9 a.m.-noon.
Why go: A great event for families and little ones. Post race has entertainment tents for the kids and live music. All proceeds benefit the March of Dimes.
Cost: Suggested donations
Where/when: , 707 Neshaminy Mall, Bensalem, Friday, 5 p.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday, noon-11 p.m.; Sun. noon-10 p.m.
Why go: Lots of rides, games and entertainment to enjoy.
Cost: Free
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