Continue to soak up the fall season this November with our weekend happenings list! There are a variety of events to go to in Bucks from a cider pressing session to a concert or comedy show. There are also plenty of happenings nearby in New Jersey and Philadelphia if you're looking to venture out of the county for a day or the weekend. Scroll through the happening events of the weekend to make your plans!

BIG Event Gala: An Evening of Sparkles and Generosity

When: Thursday, November 3

Where: The Warrington Country Club

1360 Almshouse Road, Warrington, Pa 18976

Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County to honor supporters and community members who have gone above and beyond with helping the organization's mission to impact children's lives. In other words, they want to ignite, empower, and defend the potential of the vulnerable youth that are in their programs. Each ticket purchased includes dinner and an open bar. There will also be a champagne raffle! Attend to donate to a great cause and have the chance to win some high-end prizes.

Friday Night Comedy Show

When: Friday, November 4

Where: The Bar at 1720

136 E Butler Ave, Chalfont, PA 18914

Kricket Comedy is ready to ignite laughter at The Bar at 1720 this weekend! Be entertained by Keith Purnell, Buddy Harris, and Eddie Gallagher for the night. Laugh along for a great cause, as the event partners up with Philadoptables and Tiny Paws Rescue. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 the week of the show. Purchase here!

Pet Adoption Event

When: Saturday, November 5

Where: Women's Animal Center

3839 Richlieu Road, Bensalem, Pa 19020

Looking to add a furry friend to your life? Look no further than the Women's Animal Center and Doll 10 Beauty pet adoption event! There will be free family activities to take part in, along with food and refreshments. All pet adoption fees will be fully and generously covered by partner Doll 10 Beauty. Come look around for your next best furry friend!

Homesteading 101: Cider Pressing

When: Saturday, November 5

Where: Peter Wentz Farmstead

2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, Pa 19446

To kick off November learn from Farmer Jim as he discusses one way that Pennsylvania Germans preserved apples! He will be demonstrating on a restored 19th-century apple press where you will learn about the many heirloom apple varieties and how the juice from this wonderful fruit was preserved before the age of pasteurization and refrigeration. All are welcome to this free event! No registration is required.

Photo Sessions Just in Time for the Holidays

When: Saturday, November 5

Where: Churchville Nature Center

501 Churchville Ln, Churchville, PA 18966

It's that time of year again! It's time to get your holiday card photos in the works before it's too late. Sign up for a photo session between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. with an experienced volunteer photographer this weekend. A 30-minute session for $60 included three backdrops. Digital files will be provided along with a coupon to print images at New Camera & Video. Pre-register today by calling 215-357-4005. The funds will benefit programs and operations at the nature center. Photo sessions are also available on November 6 if you and your family cannot make it this weekend!

Paul Anka Live

When: Saturday, November 5

Where: The Xcite Center, Parx Casino

2999 Street Road, Bensalem, Pa 19020

Experience “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” “Diana,” or “My Way,” live this weekend by none other than Paul Anka! He has over 500 songs and 100 million albums sold to his credit. At 81 years old, he is still a showman and invites you to join him this weekend. Purchase your tickets here!

Celebrating Student Success

When: Saturday, November 5

Where: Tyler Gardens

275 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA 18940

Attend this evening event in support of the Bucks Student Emergency Fund and Bucks Students 2022 Honorees: Gladys Mendieta White & Bob White. The Bucks Student Emergency Fund provides hands-on help to Bucks students to pay for food, auto-repairs, emergency childcare, and anything else that stands in the way of their academic goals. The event begins with a cocktail hour in the pretty gardens at 6 p.m. and dinner will be served in the main tent while surrounded by the music of The Uptown Band. Register here!

New Britain 2nd Annual Car Show

When: Saturday, November 5 (rain date 11/12)

Where: Giant Market Town Center Shopping Center

Route 202, New Britain, Pa 18901

Enter in or browse around New Britain's 2nd annual car show this weekend! Come by from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday to see some of the area's best cars around. Trophies will be given out to the top participants, and there will be vendors, live music, and raffles to enjoy as well! Register your car here today.

Apples on Apples

When: Saturday, November 5 – Sunday, November 6

Where: Peddler's Village

100 Peddlers Village, Lahaska, PA 18931

Celebrate apple season with Peddler's Village this weekend for their 47th annual apple festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is an outdoor event, rain or shine, and it's free! All attractions and food are pay-as-you-go, and the village shops will be open as well until 8 p.m. on Saturday. Some activities include live music, magic shows, face painting, and more! Pre-order apple pies and more here.

Happenings in New Jersey

Combat Veteran PTSD Group

When: Thursday, November 3

Where: Spruce Run Memorial VFW

179 Main Street, Glen Gardner, Nj 08826

No need to be a member for combat veterans to attend this event. All are welcome! Join an inviting group this Thursday. For more information, contact Post Commander Jay Hunter at Commander@VFWPost5119.com or call 908-537-4525.

Vance Gilbert Live

When: Friday, November 4

Where: Hopewell Theatre

5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, Nj 08525

Experience folk singer-songwriter Vance Gilbert live this weekend! He has been in the business for a long time, recording 13 albums, and has performed with notable names from Aretha Franklin to George Carlin. Come listen to his classic songs and his current album “Good, Good Man.” Get tickets here!

Free Breakfast for Veterans and Their Families

When: Sunday, November 6

Where: Spruce Run Memorial VFW

179 Main Street, Glen Gardner, Nj 08826

Celebrate an extra hour of sleep with a free Veterans Day breakfast for veterans and their families! No RSVP is required, just come hungry. For more information, contact Post Commander Jay Hunter at Commander@VFWPost5119.com or call 908-537-4525.

Rhett Miller Live

When: Sunday, November 6

Where: Hopewell Theatre

5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, Nj 08525

Well-known for his role in the Dallas-based alternative country band the Old 97's, Rhett Miller has also pursued a solo career and you can catch him this weekend! He began recording his first major-label solo run in 2002 and continued his balancing act between the two projects for years. Purchase tickets for the show here!

Weekend Philadelphia Happenings

The Tattooed Lady Play

When: Friday, November 4 – Sunday, November 20

Where: Suzanne Roberts Theatre

480 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

The story of The Tattooed Lady highlights one of the sideshow’s biggest stars, Ida Gibson, in a tale that reveals the generational chasms and connections between Ida and her granddaughter Joy. A parade of characters works together on a mission to liberate Ida from her self-imposed exile and help Joy find freedom.  This Philadelphia Theatre Company production celebrates the power and resilience of women. Buy tickets here!

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