Tribute to Veterans Tops This Weekend's Events

Here's a quick rundown of what's going on this weekend in the Manayunk-Roxborough area.

Tribute to Hospitalized Veterans

Where/When: Saturday, August 3, 2013, 10 a.m., Gorgas Park, 6300 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia

Why Go: There will be food, music and fun as local veterans groups pay tribute to their comrades who remain in the hospital.  Welcome the Guests of Honor, Veterans of Coatesville VA Medical Center, arriving at 10:15 am & escorted by Warriors Watch, Hero’s Welcome, & American Legion Riders.

Pricing: Free to attend, food available for purchase.

Low Cost Vaccines for Cats and Dogs

Where/When: Saturday, August 3, 2013, 12 p.m., 200 W Ridge Pike Conshohocken PA 19428

Why Go: From the event organizers: "Low Cost Vaccination Clinic for Cats and Dogs. Vaccine package pricing available. Free examination with purchase. No appointment necessary. Microchip available for pets too! Protect your pet from many harmful diseases by vaccinating today. Please visit our website for more information, www.mypetvaccines.com or call 570-294-9149."

Pricing: The cost of vaccines

Concert by Candlelight

Where/When: Sunday, August 4, 2013, 7 p.m., Laurel Hill Mansion E Fairmount Park 

Why Go: The Wister Quartet will perform chamber music at historic Laurel Hill Mansion.

Pricing: Admission in $20.  Reservations are suggested.  For more info call 215-643-7923.