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Campers keeping cool in the Poconos
On the basketball courts at the International Sports Training Camp near Reeders, the fans are cranked all the way up. This week, the facility in Jackson Township is hosting more than 300 campers from the tri-state area and beyond. "We also have kids who fly in internationally and from around...
Top Christian singer coming to Easton's State Theatre for Christmas show
EASTON, Pa. — A contemporary Christian singer and songwriter who has had more than a dozen gold and platinum albums and 20 songs that topped the Gospel charts will perform a Christmastime show at Easton's State Theatre, it was announced Tuesday. Michael W. Smith, who has won three Grammy...
Batch, Truffle Bar owners aim to ‘satisfy every sweet tooth’ at new Bethlehem shop
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - The creative teams behind two popular Lehigh Valley brands – each known for its handmade sweet treats – are almost ready to bring unique, mouthwatering creations back to a familiar location in Northampton County. The owners of Batch Microcreamery – offering super premium, hand-crafted ice...
B Social Opens in Saucon Valley (PHOTOS)
After months of anticipation, a new multi-destination entertainment and dining venue is opening Monday in Lower Saucon Township. After months of anticipation, a new multi-destination entertainment and dining venue is opening Monday in Lower Saucon Township. B Social–which is located in the Saucon Valley Square Shopping Center on Rt. 378–features...
Proposed Hellertown Sheetz Closer to Becoming a Reality
Plans for building a Sheetz on Rt. 412 are one step closer to becoming a reality following Tuesday night’s Hellertown Planning Commission meeting. Plans for building a Sheetz gas station and convenience store on Rt. 412 are one step closer to becoming a reality following Tuesday night’s Hellertown Planning Commission meeting, during which planners reviewed several items.
ArtsQuest to host ‘Steel City Smokeout’ barbeque competition this weekend
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - ArtsQuest will debut its first ever barbeque competition this weekend. The competition is in partnership with Nick’s BBQ. The Steel City Smokeout competition will take place on Saturday, July 20 on PNC Plaza on the ArtsQuest campus at SteelStacks. The event is 18+ and will feature...
Ramble On!: Anthracite Railroad trip ready to leave station
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Ramble On!. The National Museum of Industrial History, in partnership with the Reading & Northern Railroad, will host the annual Anthracite Railroad Ramble on Wednesday, July 31. The 65-mile, day-long train ride will depart from the new station in Nesquehoning, Carbon County, to the Vosburg Tunnel,...
‘A Taste of Hellertown’ Planned for Oct. 13
There will be a new and exciting opportunity to put your taste buds to the test this fall in Saucon Valley. There will be a new and exciting opportunity to put your taste buds to the test this fall in Saucon Valley. A Taste of Hellertown is a new event...
Order the Cucumber Margarita at Flying Pig Tavern & Tap
This summer, make plans for happy hour at Flying Pig Tavern & Tap, which opened in Bethlehem in May 2023. The Cucumber Margarita, pictured here, is made with 1800 Cucumber & Jalapeño tequila, fresh-squeezed lime juice, simple syrup and muddled cucumbers. The cocktail is served on the rocks with a cucumber and lime garnish, and a Tajin rim.
LV barbecue contest coming to Bethlehem
ArtsQuest, which hosts competitive food events the Souper Bowl and Lehigh Valley Vegan s’ MAC Down, will present a new barbecue battle, the Steel City Smokeout, July 20. The Kansas City Barbecue Society and Mid-Atlantic BBQ Association sanctioned the official state competition, set for PNC Plaza at SteelStacks, First Street, Bethlehem.
Berry Blast Brings Berry-Filled Fun to Phillipsburg Farmers Market
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The ‘Berry Blast’ event at the weekly Phillipsburg Farmers Market was brought together families, food enthusiasts, bakers and local businesses for a day of berry-themed excitement in Shappell Park. Watch as Phillipsburg resident Phil Schultz, the winner, Alex Ibarra, local Key Clubbers and the other contestants enjoy the blueberry pie eating contest.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Event Highlights: Gourmet Delights: Hunterdon County's own Gourmet Board Room was a standout with their make your own charcuterie boards and bike-powered berry, red, white, and blue smoothies. Yes, it really was powered by pedaling. Farm...
Blueberry Festival serves up tasty treats in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Bethlehem is seeing blue all weekend long. The popular Blueberry Festival is back to the historic Burnside Plantation. Blueberries are served up in every way possible, from pies and ice cream to syrups and jams. There are lots of presentations and activities to check out while enjoying...
"We Is Greater than Me" with Nathan Boateng, Teri Haddad, and Darian Colbert | HealthBEAT
On this episode, Margaret McConnell and co-host Samantha Shaak, acting Executive Director of the Leonard Parker Pool Institute for Health, welcome Nathan Boateng, VP of Community Impact & Engagement at Valley Health Partners, Teri Haddad, VP of Community Initiatives & Advancement at Community Services for Children, and Darian Colbert, Executive Director at Cohesion Network. Together, they talk about how being Pool Fellows has benefitted both them and their work.
Aloha Jay’s Expands Hours, Will Offer Malasada Breakfast Sandwich
A popular Hellertown donut shop that opened in May is expanding its hours and menu to better serve customers. A popular Hellertown donut shop that opened in May is expanding its hours and menu to better serve customers. Aloha Jay’s Malasadas at 1120 Main Street is now open 7 a.m....
ASIA DROPS THE HEAT IN BETHLEHEM, 2024 HEAT OF THE MOMENT TOUR | Review & Photography by: Diane Fleischman
Classic Rock fans gathered at Wind Creek Event Center Saturday night for Asia’s ‘Heat of The Moment’ summer tour. Along with Asia, they brought along three opening acts that would fill any progressive rock fan’s heart with happiness, and we have Geoff Downes, rock music keyboard legend and original Asia member to thank for that.
Disability Pride Exhibition opening at The Baum School of Art
The Baum School of Art is proud to host a Disability Pride exhibition in partnership with Disability Pride Pennsylvania and Lehigh Valley Arts & Cultural Alliance. The exhibition showcases artworks from over 30 local and regional artists with disabilities. Join in for the opening reception of the Disability Pride Exhibition, Third Thursday, July 18, from 6-8 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
Beyond the Byline: You can go home again — I did
WILKES-BARRE — They say you can’t go home again, but “they” are wrong. Last week, while driving through the Homeland — a/k/a Plymouth Borough/Old Shawnee — I stopped at 210 Reynolds St. and knocked on the door. My cousin, Donna, lives there now and...
Art for Your Brain to Gnaw On with Tim Higgins | LV Arts Salon
Kate Scuffle talks with artist Tim Higgins about his new exhibition 'Please Stand By,' which features his digital collage works depicting themes from comics, pulp fiction, television, film, and everyday life. Through the intricately designed pieces, Higgins encourages viewers to spend more time picking out the endless pieces that can be found in the art.
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