Morning, Bucks County. Peddler's Village has OctoberFeast on Saturday and Sunday, and admission and parking are both free. First up, though, this week's video looks at Doylestown Borough's new in-law suite rules. The short version: adding one takes the Zoning Hearing Board's approval.
In this issue:
Doylestown's in-law suite rules
A brass band and beer garden in Lahaska
Bella, the Velcro cat in Quakertown
Let's get to it.
Jim
THIS WEEK'S VIDEO · DOYLESTOWN BOROUGH
Doylestown Borough adds a path for in-law suites
Doylestown Borough now allows an accessory dwelling unit, often called an in-law suite, by special exception in its R1, R2, R3 and CR zoning districts. This week's video looks at the new borough rules.
Why it matters: Homeowners in those districts now have a way to add a second unit, but it isn't automatic. Ordinance 2026-13 allows one per lot and requires an extra off-street parking space, among other conditions.
What's next: Check your zoning with the borough before planning work. Its residential hearing application fee is $1,500, plus half the stenographer's cost. Other permit costs are separate.
FEATURED EVENT · LAHASKA
OctoberFeast brings a German brass band to Peddler's Village
OctoberFeast returns to Peddler's Village Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 10–11, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission and parking are free; food and activities are pay as you go.
Brass tacks: The Philadelphia German Brass Band plays noon–5 p.m. both days. The beer garden is in Red Barn Field.
Small fry: Give & Take Jugglers perform 1–4 p.m. and the petting zoo runs noon–4 p.m., both days on Street Road Green.
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK · LAHASKA
Earl's puts apple-bourbon ribs on its fall menu
Earl's New American, at 2400 Street Road in Peddler's Village, has St. Louis BBQ Ribs on its fall menu for $28. The plate comes with apple-bourbon sauce and country slaw, with baked mac 'n cheese alongside.
Before the ribs: Lobster Dumplings with lemongrass and ginger are $17.75.
Table time: Open 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
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Ever drive past a sold sign and wonder what it actually went for? The weekly real estate edition from Living in the Philadelphia Suburbs breaks down what sold in Bucks County, for how much, and what it means in plain English. Free, every Tuesday morning.
In Other News
On-demand voting: Bucks County opened seven in-person mail-ballot locations Monday. You can apply and, if approved, receive your ballot in one visit. Check locations and hours before going; the request deadline is Oct. 27 at 5 p.m.
Leaf pickup: Doylestown Borough's Area One starts Monday, Oct. 12. Have leaves out that morning, on the grass by the curb rather than in the road or gutter. Map and dates.
Scarecrow homecoming: Chalfont's finished scarecrows are due back Oct. 10–12 at Borough Hall, 40 North Main Street. Return details.
Flea market canceled: Playwicki Farm has canceled Saturday's market. Sunday's Love Grows Farmstand is still listed for 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Farm updates.
Hazardous waste: The county's Oct. 24 collection is at Strayer Middle School in Quakertown, 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. It's free. Electronics and latex paint aren't accepted, and it's not open to businesses. What to bring.
PET OF THE WEEK · BUCKS COUNTY SPCA, QUAKERTOWN
Bella would like your attention
The shelter calls Bella "a Velcro cat." She'll follow you anywhere just to be close. When she wants attention, she'll meow for it or sit at your feet and wait. She also rubs up against you to ask. Bella is a 7-year-old Bengal, and the shelter says she may be clingy. Once she starts purring and making biscuits, though, that's hard to hold against her. If you've been wanting a shadow with whiskers, ask about Bella.
Good to know: Bella has a medical condition her adopter will need to keep in mind, and the shelter hasn't posted the details online. Call the Quakertown shelter at 267-347-4674 to talk through her care needs before adopting. She's spayed and not declawed.
Bucks County SPCA, Quakertown. Availability can change, so check the listing first.
What'd It Go For?
A curved path leads to this four-bedroom split-level in Doylestown Township. It has two full baths and a half bath, with about 2,175 above-grade square feet. It closed Oct. 2.
Answer and vote split next Thursday. Last week's Milford Township home sold for $420,000. The only vote cast went to $520,000.
This Weekend
ALL WEEKEND
🍺 OctoberFeast · Peddler's Village, Lahaska · Oct. 10–11, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. · Free admission and parking; purchases extra.
🍂 Scarecrows in the Village · Peddler's Village, Lahaska · Outdoor display, daily through Oct. 26 · Free.
🎃 Pumpkin Harvest Festival · Bountiful Acres, 5074 York Road, Buckingham · Oct. 10–11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. · $13 single; groups of 2–6 $11/person; ages 2 and under free.
🚜 None Such Farm Pumpkin Festival · 4493 York Road, Buckingham · Oct. 10–11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., weather permitting · Free entry and parking; purchases extra.
🌽 Winding Brook Farm fall activities · 3014 Bristol Road, Warrington · Oct. 9, 7–10 p.m.; Oct. 10, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Oct. 11, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. · Regular adult combo $16; haunted combo $45. Attraction hours vary; tickets on site.
THURSDAY
☕ Breakfast Bingo · Cock'n Bull, Lahaska · Oct. 8, 9–11 a.m. · $31.75 includes gratuity; tax and non-cash fee extra. Registration required.
🕯️ 1890s Spiritualism Gothic Tales · Erwin-Stover House, Erwinna · Oct. 8, 6–9 p.m. · Cost not listed; check the link.
FRIDAY
🏰 Fonthill Castle Meander Days · 525 East Court Street, Doylestown · Oct. 9–10, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; last entry 2 p.m. · $20 adult; $17 senior; $15 student; $10 ages 6–17; members and ages 5 and under free.
🌿 Andalusia garden tour · 1237 State Road, Bensalem · Oct. 9, 1 p.m.; grounds 10 a.m.–3 p.m. · Included with $20 garden admission; members and children 12 and under free.
SATURDAY
🐦 Morning bird walk · Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville · Oct. 10, 8–10 a.m. · Free.
🏛️ Historic Fallsington Day · 4 Yardley Avenue, Fallsington · Oct. 10, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. · Free public admission.
SUNDAY
🥬 Love Grows Farmstand · Playwicki Farm, 2350 Bridgetown Pike, Feasterville-Trevose · Oct. 11, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. · Produce for sale.
One More Thing
That's it for this week. Know someone who'd join you at OctoberFeast? Forward this their way. And what's happening in your town this month? Hit reply and tell me.
See you next Thursday,
 | Jim |
