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Thursday, September 29, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Festivals, football games, and balloon sculptures.

Another weekend, another Weekend Planner.  As always, we’ve scoured our events calendars for our five favorites in the Get Out Weekend Planner. All you have to do is go have a good time. Remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar. WOMEN IN MUSIC FESTIVAL Where/When: The Roadhouse Inn, Saturday from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Why Go: An afternoon of all local, all female performers and bands. Pricing: $10 cover, includes buffet. BENSALEM FALL FESTIVAL Where/When: Bensalem Township Municipal Building, Saturday from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m. Why Go: Music, food, activities, and vendors to celebrate the community.  Pricing: …

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Fun in Bensalem and around Bucks this weekend.

It’s Thursday again and a new almost-autumn weekend awaits you. If you need a few good ideas to keep you busy come Friday eve, Patch has your back. We’ve scoured our events calendars for our five favorites in the Get Out Weekend Planner. All you have to do is go have a good time.  Remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar.   PENNSBURY v. BENSALEM HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAME Where/When: Bensalem High School, Friday at 7pm. Why Go: Nothing says autumn like a Friday night football game under the lights.   Pricing: Free.     BUCKS COUNTY ANCESTRY FAIR    Where/When: Bucks County Visitor’s Center, Saturday …

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Pet fairs, cook-offs, and puppets at the library.

Another week has blown right on by and the weekend awaits. As always, the Get Out Weekend Planner has gathered five of our favorite local events from our Calendars to help you make the most of it. Grab the family, a friend, or even a hot date and get out there.     Remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar.   2011 SCOUTING OUTDOOR ADVENTURE EXPO Where/When: Neshaminy Mall, Saturday from 12 p.m. until 5 p.m.  Why Go: Stop by the AMC Court during your back to school shopping to peek vendors and demonstrations on camping, pioneering, first aid, hiking and more.   Pricing: Free.     CONCERT ON THE GREEN: …

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Festivals, flea markets, and more this weekend.

Is everyone back to school? Yup! Pulling out those cardigans for the newly cool evenings? Soon! Wondering when Harvest Festivals, hayrides, and apple picking start? Eek! We still haven’t washed our sandy beach towels! The season’s changing, but not that fast. While pumpkin patches and hot cider are in our near future, we at the Get Out Planner have found some great local events this weekend to ease you out of the summer groove and into the autumn season less dramatically.  Remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar. FIELD OF FLAGS Where/When: Bensalem Community Park, Sunday at 1 p.m. Why Go: Remember the…

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Fun in Lower Bucks County for Labor Day weekend.

Are we all dried out? Can you believe that Hurricane Irene made us all stay inside last weekend? Even more reason to get out this Labor Day weekend and have a good time. Lower Bucks is certainly not lacking for things to do, so check out our five favorite events around town.  Remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar.   LABOR DAY FIREWORKS Where/When: Sesame Place, Saturday at 8 p.m.  Why Go: After a day at the park and their nieghborhood block party, stay for the fireworks. Best view is from the parking lots. Pricing: See website for ticketing information.   FREE POOL ALL DAY Where/When: Big Heads, all…

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Fairs, car shows, karaoke and more.

So, it’s the last weekend before Labor Day. Where did this summer go? Time flies when you’re having fun, Get Out Weekend Planner style, we guess. For the grand summer finale, we've scoured our Events Calendar for our favorite local happenings this weekend.  Remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar.   BACK TO SCHOOL BLAST Where/When: Neshaminy Mall, Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Why Go: Face painting, animal balloon making, and some sidewalk sales in Sears Court.  Pricing: Free.    MUSIC GALLUP FEST Where/When: Snipes Farm, Saturday from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.  Why Go: XPN hosts a long and varied line up …

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

The Grange Fair, auhor signings, and a colonial demonstration.

Rumor has it that the sun may make an appearance this weekend. So put away your umbrellas and rainboots from last weekend and get ready to head out on the town.  Remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar.   MIDDLETOWN GRANGE FAIR  Where/When: Middletown Grange #684 Fairgrounds (684 Penns Park Rd, Newtown), Friday and Saturday from 10am - 11pm, Sunday from 10am -5pm.  Why Go: Livestock, live music, and lots of fun for the whole family. Check out the entertainment line-up. Pricing: $10 a carload. Sunday it’s only $5 and vets are free.   BRISTOL TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY Where/When: Bristol Township Municipal…

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Chess, a blues tribute jam, and a car show.

It’s that time again. The weekend is just around the corner and, as always, we have scoured our Events Calendars for some local ideas on how you can spend your time. Remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar.   WRITER’S GROUP  Where/When: Barnes and Noble/Neshaminy, Sunday at 2pm. Why Go: Join other local writers to discuss your trade and workshop whatever you’ve been working on.  Pricing: Free.   LEVITTOWN FIRE COMPANY #2 FUN DAY  Where/When: Levittown Fire Company #2, Sunday from 9am - 3pm.  Why Go: Because it was cancelled last weekend. Come out for the cars, vendors, food, and more.  Pricing: Free…

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Summer festivals, concerts, and history.

Let it be known that we at the Get Out Planner will take no part in the “I can’t believe it’s already August game,” lest we jinx it and autumn comes early. There are still tons of great ways to indulge in some summer action and as usual, we’ve gathered the best events from our Events Calendar to give you some weekend idea. As always, remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar. FIRST TIME AROUND LIVE IN THE PARK  Where/When: Falls Township Community Park, Sunday at 6 p.m.  Why Go: Grab the family, a blanket, some snacks, and join Levittown for some Big Band fun.  Pricing: Free. LEVITTOWN FIRE COMPANY No. …

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner

Free billiards, music, and a kid's book club make for a busy weekend.

Despite the sweltering heat, summer is rolling on by. Quickly. If you need some local weekend activities in between your pool lounging, grill mastering, and ice cream devouring, you’ve come to the right place. The Get Out Weekend Planner has scoured our calendars for our favorite Lower Bucks events to keep you and the family on the move this weekend.  As always, remember to check in next week when we refresh the Get Out Weekend Planner and be sure to tell us what you think in the comments section below or add your own event to the Calendar.   FAME, JR. Where/When: Bristol Riverside Theater, Saturday at 11am.  Why Go: Remember Fame - The Musical? Bring the whole family for this revamped, kid friendly version, with all of your favorite …

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