Weekend Planner: An Out of This World Gala for Gilda's Club

GILDA'S CLUB DELAWARE VALLEY ANNUAL GALA

Where/when: The Fuge, 780 Falcon Cir., Warminster, Friday from 7 to 11 p.m.

Why go: This year's event will feature drinks, dinner, dessert, dancing--and the opportunity to celebrate Gilda's work to support men, women, and children affected by cancer. Attendees will also have the chance to participate in a special auction to benefit Gilda's Club's "Noogieland" program for children and teens.

Cost: $150 per person

CARNIVAL FUNDAISER FOR CHOP

Where/when: Believe Cheer Academy, 239 Madison Ave., Warminster, Saturday from noon to 6 p.m.

Why go: Help raise money for The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia while enjoying an indoor carnival that includes food, games, prizes, moon bounce, face painting, crafts, cupcake decorating, raffle items including themed baskets as well as a guest appearance by Sponge Bob Square Pants and pictures with Santa

Cost: $5

MODEL TRAIN SHOW   

Where/when: Keith Valley Middle School, 227 Meetinghouse Road, Horsham, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Why go: See 10 model train displays, several dozen vendors and travel back in time with this annual show for train enthusiasts.

Cost: $5; Children 12 and under free

HATBORO ART SHOW

Where/when: Forever in Frames, 46 S. York Road, Hatboro, Friday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Why go: Enjoy artwork from regional artists, including watercolors, paintings and fresh photographic images of Hatboro.

Cost: Free

HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA

Where/when: Upper Southampton Community Center, 901 Willow St., Upper Southampton, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Why go: This will be a great way to spend the day shopping and crossing names off your list. The indoor event features more than 60 vendors, baked goods, amazing raffles, and a fun kids section.

Cost: Free to attend