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Replacing postponed Heart at Allentown Fair, 1970s-'80s band again goes from opener to headliner
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — With the release of its 1978 album "Heaven Tonight" and its hit "Surrender," new wave rockers Cheap Trick went from a supporting act to a headliner. Cheap Trick again will go from a supporting act to headliner for a show at this year's Allentown Fair grandstand. But instead of a new album, it's because of another act's postponement.
Making a splash at Baer Memorial Pool
LEHIGHTON, Pa. — The sun is hot, but the water is cool at Baer Memorial Pool in Lehighton. Temperatures reached 90 degrees by noon. "This is what, like, our 4th heat wave; it just seems like the sun is so hot it's just blazing on top of you," said Lehighton Borough recreation director Tom Evans.
New rules for Covered Bridge Park may include ban on swimming in Jordan Creek
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — The rules soon may change at Covered Bridge Park. South Whitehall posted on Facebook last week that it has increasingly seen “unsafe and unnecessary practices” in the park and will increase police patrols. Visitors were grilling along the banks of and inside...
White Water Rafting in Jim Thorpe
If you're looking for white water rafting close to New York City and Philadelphia, you'll find fantastic class II and III rapids along the Lehigh River in the Poconos while white water rafting in Jim Thorpe. This is the perfect opportunity to make a splash, make memories, and enjoy the great.
Whitehall graduate pays homage to late brother in film that debuts this weekend in the Lehigh Valley
Nine years ago, Hannah Mittermeier lost her brother, Christian, in a drowning accident. On Tuesday, which would have been his birthday, Mittermeier will feature her semi-autobiographical film, “Happy Sadurday,” at a screening at Shankweiler’s Drive-In Theater in Orefield, in the third of three area screenings beginning Sunday. Mittermeier, 25 and a graduate of Whitehall High School, directed ...
Garden paradise hidden in the hills
More than 20 years ago, Judy Huff and her father took a drive north of Fogelsville, trying to find a specific property. When they found it, they wondered about water, electricity and what exactly was so special about the lot. They walked through the trees until they reached the edge...
‘We’re excited!’: Notch, White Orchids owners to open 3rd full-service restaurant
RICHLAND TWP., Pa. - The family behind two popular Lehigh Valley restaurants is planning to add a third dining establishment to its portfolio later this year. A new full-service, Asian fusion restaurant from the owners of White Orchids Thai Cuisine in Upper Saucon Township and Notch Modern Kitchen & Bar in Lower Macungie Township is expected to open in October or November at 640 N. West End Blvd., Suite 8 in Richland Township, Bucks County, co-owner Jeff Virojanapa said.
Local retired art teacher honored by Kutztown Folk Festival
Wapwallopen resident and retired art teacher, Ivan E. Hoyt was honored June 29 by the Kutztown Folk Festival and the Borough of Kutztown for 39 years of participating as a demonstrating craftsman at the annual event founded in 1950 and considered the longest continuous celebration of folk traditions in the United States.
Iron Hill Brewery opens new location at Lehigh Valley Mall in Whitehall, Pennsylvania
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant (Iron Hill), one of the most award-winning breweries east of the Mississippi, will introduce the Lehigh Valley to its craft kitchen and scratch brewery at its newest location at 950 Lehigh Lifestyle Center in Whitehall, Pennsylvania, at the Lehigh Valley Mall. Iron Hill celebrated its opening with a ceremonial first pour and ribbon cutting earlier today. The brewery and restaurant opened its doors to the public on July 13, 2024; this opening marks its 13th location in Pennsylvania and 21st overall for the concept.
Disability Pride Exhibition at The Baum School of Art | PHOTOS
The Disability Pride Exhibition will be shown at The Baum School of Art. This exhibition is in collaboration with Disability Pride Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley Arts & Cultural Alliance. The exhibition will show artworks from over 30 local and regional artists with disabilities. It will be on display in the David E. Rodale and Rodale Family galleries on July 18 – August 8, 2024. The opening reception of the exhibit will be July 18, 2024 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
ArtsQuest's Blast Furnace Blues to showcase music, barbecue competition
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Local and national blues acts will take the stage at SteelStacks this weekend. ArtsQuest’s annual Blast Furnace Blues Festival, celebrating its 13th year, will return with 11 musical acts paired with plenty of delicious, smoked eats. The free outdoor festival will be from 5 to...
Something's funny here: Local comics facing off for first 'Lehigh Valley's Funniest' stand-up contest
EMMAUS, Pa. — Who is the Lehigh Valley's No. 1 comic?. The Emmaus Theatre is on a quest to find that out. The first of the new "Lehigh Valley Funniest" competition — which the theater said will be annual — is in the midst of its first round.
'Love Letters to Bethlehem' showcases businesses, community leaders who spread joy, inspire change
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — It was as an evening filled with hometown pride, evident by the friendly crowd who hugged one another and clapped as community leaders appeared on the big screen. "Love Letters to Bethlehem," an 11-minute film that features the stories of 10 prominent leaders and business owners,...
Bach Choir of Bethlehem connects with sister city during European tour
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- The Bach Choir of Bethlehem is sharing photos from a recent European tour. Choir representatives say the trip "has significantly revitalized our sister city relationships through the power of music and cultural exchange." The tour included stops in Germany and Austria. There was also a visit to...
Celebrate National Caviar Day in the Lehigh Valley
Celebrate National Caviar Day on Thursday, July 18 with a variety of local offerings. From caviar service paired with champagne at Alibi Bar & Lounge and Kabinett Wine Bar, to oysters, pizza, noodles and beyond, there is no shortage of ways to experience this sought-after delicacy in the Lehigh Valley.
Allentown Symphony offering Christmas in July, literally and figuratively
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — The phrase "Christmas in July" calls to mind the idea of being giving, conjuring the Yuletide spirit during summer. Allentown Symphony is taking the phrase literally as well as figuratively. Through this month, the symphony is offering a 10% discount on tickets to its popular Holiday...
B Social Officially Opens in Saucon Valley Square Shopping Center
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (July 16, 2024) – B Social, a state-of-the-art multi-entertainment center and event venue that utilizes cutting-edge technology to provide guests with a unique, multifaceted experience, is now open to the public in Saucon Valley Square Shopping Center at 3717 U.S. Route 378. The public grand opening follows B Social’s VIP Night for friends and family on Thursday, July 11.
BELLEVILLE MARKET ANNOUNCES BELLEVILLE STREET FAIRE, A ONE-DAY OUTDOOR FAIRE COMING TO BETHLEHEM’S ARTSQUEST CENTER MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND 2025.
Easton, Pa., July 16, 2024 – Warren and Derrick Clark, co-founders of Belleville Market, a multi-merchant shopping experience based in Easton, Pennsylvania, officially announced today their brand new Belleville Street Faire event coming to Bethlehem’s Artsquest in 2025. Inspired by the outdoor markets of France, and featuring a...
Bright Communications presents our newest book… Social Work Narratives: Career Pathways and Practice Wisdom
Be inspired as you explore the career versatility social work provides through unique narratives shared by social workers with careers of more than 50 years to those newer in practice. Interviewees were asked to share their social work journey, including education, work experience, practice wisdom, advice, and self-care tips. Stories are pertinent for all social workers, including those thinking about becoming a social worker, new social workers, those seeking to change their social work career direction, and those who want to reflect on their accomplishments and contemplate future goals.
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