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Nov. 28: Family Dog Still Missing

Here are five things you should know today.

Originally reported on Nov. 16, the O'Donnell family is still missing its rat terrier dog, Chesty. It was last seen in the Bristol/Mearns Road area. Anyody with information about the dog's whereabouts shoud call the owners at (215) 672-1296. The Moland House is hosting a daily craft show until Saturday, Dec. 1. Anyone interested can browse through more than 50 vendors and their handmade items beginning at 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday. Mostly sunny today, with a high near 39, according to the National Weather Service. A second lawsuit has been filed accusing Kevin Clash, the puppeteer who provided the voice of Elmo on "Sesame Street," of engaging in a sexual relationship with a minor, CNN reports. In a…

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Weekend Planner: Rotary Benefit and Plenty of Craft Fairs

Help get your weekend started with our handy event guide.

FALL 2012 CRAFT FAIR AND FLEA MARKET Where/when: Ben Wilson Senior Center, 580 Delmont Ave., Warminster, Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. & Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Why go: Get great bargains for hand-crafted items and other gifts in time for the holiday season. Cost: Free to attend ANN'S CHOICE HOLIDAY FINE ARTS & CRAFTS SALE Where/when: Ann's Choice, 30000 Ann's Choice Way, Warminster, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Why go: Residents will be selling their art work and crafts. Cost: Free to attend WARMINSTER ROTARY CLUB ANNUAL CHARITY BALL Where/when: Spring Mill Manor, 171 Jacksonville Rd., Ivyland, Saturday from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Why go: Warminster Rotary is working with Philabundance and Archbishop Wood to gather food and …

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Weekend Planner: Living History at Craven Hall

There's something for every taste all around the area this weekend.

This weekend literally offers something for everyone – two-legged community members and their four-legged friends. From crafts, pooch rescue and special bargains, to creamy treats and eye-opening theater, this weekend offers a plethora of activities.  Here are some options: MEET LIVING HISTORIANS Where/when: Craven Hall Historical Society, 599 Newtown Road, Warminster, Friday at 7 p.m. Why go: You can meet some of the men and women who helped the American cause during the Revolution and the War of 1812 during this first person living history program. Cost: $10 FALL 2012 BOOK SALE Where/when: Warminster Township Library, 1076 Emma Lane, Warminster, Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Why go: Check out a large selection of books and help raise money …

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Weekend Planner: Old-Fashioned Games at the Moland House

From a folk festival to a peach festival, music and more, this weekend features tastes for all to enjoy.

There's no shortage of family fun this weekend. Everything from music to, shopping to sweet peach-filled treats are ripe for the picking this weekend. Here are some options. GAMES AND TOURS AT MOLAND HOUSE Where/when: 1641 Old York Rd., Hartsville, Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. Why go: Enjoy old-fashioned games no matter what your age and while you're there, watch a video about how the house was saved and restored to the time when the Continental Army was camped at the site for 13 days in August of 1777.  Cost: Donations gratefully accepted BARBONE STREET JAZZ BAND Where/when: Lions Grove Bandstand at Tamanend Park, 1255 2nd Street Pike, Upper Southampton, Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Why go: The Barbone Street Jazz Band will delight those in attendance …

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Christmas in July, More on Tap for Weekend

Check out some events happening in Hatboro, Horsham and nearby this weekend.

The dog days of summer may be here, but that doesn't mean you can't find fun ways to keep cool. Here are some options: CHRISTMAS IN JULY Where/when: 263 Marketplace, 700 York Road, Warminster, Saturday, 1 p.m. Why go: The Marine Corps will arrive with a live color guard performance, and the Toys for Tots organization will be presenting 263 Marketplace with a plaque in recognition for their cooperation and donations as a sanctioned drop off, pick up, and warehousing contributor to Toys for Tots. Everyone is encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to donate. Cost: Free CHRISTMAS BREW TASTING Where/when: Iron Abbey Gastro Pub, 680 Easton Road, Horsham, Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. Why go: Beer-lovers can taste two Christmas brews that have been …

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Viewfinder: Historical Art Exhibit at the Moland House

Local sculptor displays historical figures at the Moland House in Warwick.

Visitors to the Moland House'sHistorical Art Exhibit on Saturday heard sculptor Greg Marra's proposal for a Revolutionary War Trail of statues throughout Bucks County. The evening also offered a chance to tour the historic site of where the Marquis de Lafayette met up with the General George Washington and the American Army.

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Moland House Hosting Patriotic Art Exhibition

Sculptor Greg Marra wants to create a Revolutionary War Trail of statues throughout Bucks County, starting with the Marquis de Lafayette.

Ask just about any Revolutionary War buff, and they will probably agree that one of the major turning points in America's battle for independence came when the Marquis de Lafayette joined the fight against the British. General Lafayette's participation at the Battle of Brandywine, where he was wounded, and the Battle of Rhode Island strengthened the relationship between France and the colonies, leading to the 1778 Treaty of Alliance. It's only fitting, then, that sculptor Greg Marra's proposed Revolutionary Trail of statues begins where Lafayette joined General George Washington and the rest of the American Army, at the Moland House in Hartsville. "He's definitely a hero," said Marra. "Anybody George Washington loved, we have to love, too…

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1777 - Alive and Well at The Moland House

French luncheon to honor General Lafayette's contributions to US independence.

During a recent luncheon at the Historic Moland House, French General, Marquis De Lafayette, as portrayed by French actor Loic Barnieu, gave a reenacted account of Lafayette's contributions to our country's independence. Lafayette is honored in local history for not only his monetary contributions, in an amount equivalent in today's value of more than $80 million, but for his loyalty and friendship to George Washington during Washington's 13 day encampment at the Moland House in 1777. Only 19 years old, Lafayette heard of the Americans' struggle for independence and from his homeland in France, began his journey with several French officers to accompany Washington to the Battle of Brandywine and to Valley Forge. Many believe without …

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Moland House Fund-Raiser Reenacts Historical Events

Visitorns were treated to activities such as yarn spinning to archaeological discoveries.

The Historic Moland House, located at 1641 Old York Road in Hartsville, hosted a Reenactment featuring period events and activities. From August 10 through the 23rd of 1777, General George Washington camped at the Moland House with 11,000 Continental Army and militia soldiers. Washington made the Moland House his headquarters as soldiers camped on the hillsides and crossroads of Bristol and Old York Roads. Volunteers from the Warwick Township Historical Society made the reenactment possible with their demonstrations of crafts, domestic skills such as lace making, yarn spinning and woodworking. Murrie Gayman, 75, of Warminster, painted a mural depicting the style of 19th Century artist Rufus Porter. Gayman, who began painting at 5 years-old…

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