Family Fun Yard Sale Event

Family Fun Yard Sale Event

A dear friend is organizing a fundraising event on Saturday June 13th from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm at Faith Church 6528 Hamilton Blvd Trexlertown PA. There will be a yard sale, auction, food, bake sale, face painting and games. It should be a wonderful event. If you are in the area, please consider stopping by.

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aprilfoolwed said…

I so wish we could be there Shannon (as I live right down the street!) but we will be out of the state at that time. I have forwarded the info to everyone I know though! I think you'll have a wonderful turn-out! I'll be there in spirit!

I met Tracy Saab the other day, and she is a wonderful, generous person - what an angel to have working on this event for you!

May 28, 2009 at 9:44 PM

Anonymous said…

And a wonderful day to celebrate Waverly and Oliver! We are also raising awareness for MPS families! We love you guys!

May 29, 2009 at 9:49 PM

Anonymous said…

The event was wonderful! I would love to come again if you plan one, wonderful day and great weather! It was great to see the kids too. I see the pictures and they are even more beautiful in person!

June 13, 2009 at 10:31 PM

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