Weekend Planner: Northampton Days, 9/11 Tribute Concert & More
Check out these local weekend events for family-friendly fun.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Where/when: St Stephen's Lutheran Church 65 E Street Rd, Feasterville Trevose, Friday, 2 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Why go: Head to the church's Fellowship Hall to donate blood to the Red Cross.
Cost: Free
Northampton Twp Lions Club Flea Market
Where/when: Maureen M. Welch Elementary School 750 New Rd, Churchville, Saturday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Why go: Browse 60 vendors' new and used items for sale.
Cost: Free to browse
Princesses, Pirates and Pancakes...Oh My!
Where/when: Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar 3219 Street Rd, Bensalem, Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Why go: Pirates and Princesses will be serving up pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and tea. Proceeds benefit the breast cancer 3 day walkers. There will also be raffles, goodiebags and face painting the day of the event.
Cost: $7, tickets must be purchased in advance by contacting Dawn MacAdams at dawnmac@upenn.edu or calling 267-391-8245.
Yardley Friends Meeting Fall Flea Market
Where/when: Under The Trees, at 65 N. Main Street, Yardley, Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Why go: There will be antiques, a giant book sale, a silent auction, and a food drive benefitting Mercer St. Friends Food Pantry.
Cost: Free to browse
Tamanend Park Day
Where/when: Tamanend Park 1255 2nd Street Pike, Southampton, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Why go: There will be a magic show, a Kendo demonstration, and appearance by the PA 5th regiment and live music. Take part in the tagging and release of butterflies, some make and take arts and crafts, face painting, balloon sculpting, pony rides, hayrides, a petting zoo and Colonial cooking.
Cost: Free
Taste of Bensalem
Where/when: Parx Casino and Racing 2999 Street Rd, Bensalem, Saturday, noon to 3 p.m.
Why go: Sample and vote for the best cuisine Bensalem has to offer at Parx's East Picnic Grove.
Cost: $10
Second Saturday Hatboro
Where/when: Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce 120 S York Rd, Hatboro, Saturday, noon to 6 p.m.
Why go: Downtown Hatboro will come alive with activity, as stores, restaurants and service providers host live music, art and cultural events, all free to the public.
Cost: Free
Shredder Event
Where/when: Tri-Hampton Rescue Squad 140 Township Rd, Richboro, Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Why go: Come out and dispose of any personal files, mail and more to reduce the chance of identity theft.
Cost: Free
Northampton Days Festival
Where/when: Richboro Middle School 98 Upper Holland Rd, Southampton, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Why go: Festivities include the annual car show, family games, a talent show as well as displays from local businesses. This a very family friendly event. Northampton Patch will also have a display table. Stop by and say "hi."
Cost: Free
Free 9/11 Tribute Concert
Where/when: Tamanend Park 1255 2nd Street Pike, Southampton, Sunday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Why go: Join Jazz 4 Nothin', the 4 Nothin' Symphony, & Choir 4 Nothin' for a FREE tribute concert in memory of 9/11.
Cost: Free