You can never say that weekends are boring in Bucks! From the family-friendly A-Day to seeing American Idol runner-up Bo Bice, there is plenty from which you can choose! So check out our weekend guide to Bucks County for Thursday, April 23rd, 2014 – Sunday, April 27th, 2014 below. We have included some of the best events happening in Bucks County this weekend. Also, make sure to check out more fun things to do on our sortable calendar of events & restaurant guide.
Christine McCaffrey Community Emergency Fund Carnival
Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Rd, Yardley
6:30pm – 10:00pm
For the 9th year, the Christine McCaffrey Community Emergency Fund Carnival will return to Shady Brook Farm in Lower Makefield, to raise needed financing for ongoing support of community critical or emergency needs – where other services cannot provide the assistance. The non-profit fund is the source of last resort for those in critical need of help. The Carnival, graciously supported over the years by Shady Brook Farm, serves to raise the funds, while providing a fun and welcoming atmosphere to community residents. Again this year, the fund has contracted with the highly-rated York-based Majestic Midways to bring kiddy & thrill rides and carnival food to the Stony Hill Road farm. Tickets are purchased at the Carnival. Wristband night is Thursday night.
Teen Wellness Panel
Lubavitch of Bucks County, 25 N. State St, Newtown
7:00pm – 8:30pm
The Newtown Learning Cooperative's “Outside the Box” series will host a panel presentation about teenage wellness. The panel will include local mental health professionals and educators who will draw on their extensive experience working with teens to discuss the intersection of school, health, and wellness in adolescents. This event is free and open to the public.
A-Day
Delaware Valley College, 700 E. Butler Ave, Doylestown
12:00pm – 8:00pm
This family friendly community event is eagerly anticipated by the campus and community each year. A-Day, which stands for Activities Day, brings the campus and the surrounding community together for educational exhibits, competitions, entertainment, fun and great food. Exhibits and demonstrations involve a variety of majors at the college.
Julius Caesar
The Heritage Center, 635 N. Delmorr Ave, Morrisville
8:00pm
William Shakespeare's absorbing drama about politics, power, conscience, and intrigue, centering on the events of one fateful day in March. As relevant today as it was when first penned, the Bard of Avon shows ancient Rome was no mere toga party. It serves as a reminder as to how back-stabbing politicians can really be. Tickets are $15 for students, $20 for adults, $17 senior citizens, and $10 for children.
Bo Bice
Sellersville Theater, 24 W. Temple Ave, Sellersville
8:00pm
Scoring the platinum single “Inside Your Heaven,” Bo Bice was the fourth season American Idol runner up (against Carrie Underwood) and he just became lead singer for Blood, Sweat & Tears. Harold Elwin “Bo” Bice, Jr also hit the charts with the gold album “The Real Thing,” whose title track made the hot hundred. Bo's diverse vocal abilities and recent songs put him in a new spot musically reflecting his love of country, family and faith.
Chocolate Lover's Fantasy Dinner Auction
Bucks County Community College, Tyler Hall, 275 Swamp Rd, Newtown
6:00pm
Chocolate Lover's Fantasy is the must-savor event of the season, featuring amazing arrays of chocolate and auction items, plus plenty of food, fun and more! The event now includes a sit-down dinner & dancing. One of the most popular events in Bucks County, Chocolate Lover's Fantasy draws over 250 people and raises a significant portion of the funds needed to continue to provide invaluable resources and services to victims of domestic violence and their children and the community as a whole. Tickets are $125.00 and can be purchased on A Woman's Place website.
Camp Against Cancer
Camp America Day Camp 341 Lower State Rd, Chalfont
11:00am – 5:00pm
Camp America is proud to partner with Alex's Lemonade Stand to present: Camp Against Cancer – A day devoted to raising money for pediatric cancer research. The day with feature music, entertainment, 50/50 drawing, raffle baskets, carnival games, camp activities, food, crafts, local vendors and more! All profits will go directly to Alex's Lemonade Stand.
Bucks 5K Run & 1K Run
Northampton Township Municipal Park, 281 Hatboro Rd, Churchville
9:00am
Challenge yourself! Whether you are a seasoned pro, a first time runner, walker or anywhere in between join NTPR and run for a healthier you in 2014. Registration cost is $22.00 (includes t-shirt). Register by calling the Northampton Township Park & Recreation at 215-357-6800, ext. 249 or register on their website.
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