Around Town
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BLOCK PARTY: The City of Bethlehem, along with its Lehigh Valley partners, has announced the Moravian Church Settlements – Bethlehem World Heritage Community Celebration, a family-friendly block party and neighborhood festival Saturday, Sept. 6, from noon to 7 p.m. around Central Moravian Church (Church Green), Bethlehem City Hall (Payrow Plaza), Church Street and Main Street.
The celebration will kick off with an opening ceremony at Central Moravian Church (73 West Church Street), featuring the presentation of the World Heritage recognition plaque – officially marking this historic milestone for the community.
Throughout the day, visitors can explore the World Heritage Site and tour the nine locations that helped earn this prestigious international recognition and enjoy live music on multiple stages throughout the day.
The day will conclude with a Community Lovefeast at 5 p.m., hosted by the six Bethlehem Area Moravian Churches on the lower Church Green near Main Street. This traditional service is open to all and offers an opportunity to share a simple treat together with music, conversation and community connection.
A free ice cream social will follow the Lovefeast, sponsored by the Bethlehem Area Moravian Churches. All are welcome to join this gathering that continues our community’s tradition of fellowship
JOB FAIR: The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will host a job fair at the PennDOT Northampton County office, 3300 Freemansburg Avenue, Easton Aug., 28 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event will include on-site interviews with job offers.
PennDOT is looking to fill a variety of positions in the county, including CDL operators and clerical assistants. Applicants should bring an updated copy of their resume. CDL operators also should bring their current driver’s license and medical card.
Applicants can see the current available positions by going online to www.employment.pa.gov.
COFFEE LOVERS: The Cold Brew Hullabaloo returns to the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks for its second year Sunday, Sept. 14, bringing together the Lehigh Valley’s best local coffee shops and roasteries for a chilled-out celebration of all things cold brew.
From noon to 3 p.m., with VIP Early Access Hour beginning at 11 a.m., guests can sip, sample and shop their way through a wide selection of cold brew creations, coffee-inspired treats and artisanal goods. The day will also feature retail vendors and coffee-themed activities to keep the buzz going.
HERITAGE CELEBRATION: A can’t-miss evening of live music, dance, cuisine and cultural pride, all in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Saturday, Sept. 27, 6 to 10 p.m., Wind Creek Event Center, Monocacy Room, 77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem. Proceeds fuel SISU’s life-changing programs supporting vulnerable individuals and families in the Lehigh Valley. Hosted by SISU Empowering Others, a nonprofit dedicated to culturally responsive wellness, mentorship, and community-building for those affected by trauma, HIV, addiction or social marginalization.
BENEFIT WALKS: The Northeast Region of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America will host the 2025 HDSA Team Hope Walk Sept. 13, Lehigh Valley at Hopewell Park Pavilion, 4695 West Hopewell Road. Center Valley. Registration starts at 9 a.m. and the event starts at 10. All proceeds support HDSA’s mission to improve the lives of people affected by Huntington’s disease (HD) and their families.
For more information about the event, please contact Tom Doster (tom@doster.com).
The 2025 Lehigh Valley Walk for Apraxia will be held on Sept. 28 at Lone Lane Park to benefit children with apraxia of speech (CAS). The event begins at 9 a.m. with a ceremony starting at 11 a.m. Registration is FREE and open to all members of the community
Childhood apraxia of speech is a rare motor speech disorder that makes it difficult for an individual to speak. For more information on how you can join the Walk for Apraxia, please visit:
secure.apraxia-kids.org/site/TR?fr_id=3915&pg=entry
AUGUST Dailey: The Urban Arts Trail list and walkable guide for South Bethlehem. Beginning at Third and Brodhead Streets to the Bethlehem Skate Plaza and loop back ending at Fourth St. and Broadway. For information, visit southsideartsdistrict.com/urban-arts-trail/
Ongoing: Experience the Moravian Legacy: Gemeinhaus. Bethlehem’s oldest building. Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites. Cost. Visit historicbethlehem.org/visit-us/experience/the-moravian-legacy/ for information.
Opens Sept. 2: “One Hundred Years of LUAG (and 100) Artists”: Lehigh Art Alliance’s Members Exhibition. Information, hours and dates, visit luag.lehigh.edu/exhibitions/here-and-now-100-years-luag-100-local-artists
To Tuesday, Sept. 23: “Abstract Painting”; Exhibition of artist Lois Schlachter. Artist. Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (check for changes) Rotunda Gallery, 10 E. Church St. Visit bfac-lv.org/
To Sunday, Sept. 14: “What Lies Between Us” by mixed-media fiber artist and artist educator Mallory Zondag. Collection of mixed media fiber sculptures created between 2020 and 2025. Alvin H. Butz Gallery and ArtsQuest Center, 101 Founders Way. Information: malloryzondag.com
August and September: (weekly)
Sundays: Live in the (Rose) Garden Concert Series: Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce and sponsor Zoellner Arts Center: Bethlehem Municipal Band; Sunday, Aug. 31: American Legion Band; Sunday, Sept. 7: Bethlehem Municipal Band. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Rose Garden Band Shell. 725 Eighth Ave. Information: visit web.lehighvalleychamber.org/events/Live-in-the-Garden-Concert-Series-840791/details
Tuesdays: Good Vibrations Chorus. All singers welcome. 9:30 a.m. Director Nancy Shumaker. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/
Song Writing. Conductor Stephen Cee. Free to members. 11 a.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/
Wednesdays: Wednesday Karaoke. 1 to 3 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information.
Hellertown Historical Society Public Tour, Hellertown Historical Society. 10 a.m. Grist Mill Complex, 150 W. Walnut St., Hellertown. Visit hellertownhistoricalsociety.org/educational-programs/
Thursdays: Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra. Conductor Ron DeGrandis. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/
Lehigh Valley Pop Music Jam Session led by Stephen Cee. Free. 1 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org
Current Events Informal Discussion Group. Moderator: David M. Bell. 2 p.m. Free to members. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/ for date.
Fridays: Life Sharing Discussion Group. 1 to 3 p.m. Begins with a question chosen by the group and ends with even more questions. Free to members. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/
Elm Street Jazz Workshop rehearsals, 9 a.m. Director: Allan Meyerson. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Free to members. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information or visit lvactivelife.org/
Saturdays: Saturday Night Dances with various performers. Cost per person includes light refreshments. Singles and couples. 7 to 10 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/ for information.
Daily events
Wednesday, Aug. 27: Wednesday Afternoon Dance: Johnny K. 1 to 3 p.m. Cost. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information.
Thursday, Aug. 28: Lehigh Valley Veterans History Project. Instructor: Ed Curran. Cost. 1 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/ for information.
Summer Fizzle with Friends of Pete and Friends. Food trucks, portable bar, wineries, community DJ. Financial Wellness pop-up. 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. New Bethany Ministries, 321 Wyandotte St. at our new building.
“Stop the Wars Please” Peace Vigil supporting the hopes for Peace in Israel-Gaza-West Bank, etc. and in several wars around the world. 4 to 5 p.m. Third and Wyandotte streets corners. Call 610-691- 8730. Information verification: facebook.com/LEPOCOPeaceCenter?ref=embed_page.
Sunday, Aug. 31: Belleville Street Faire inspired by European markets. Family-friendly. More than 100 makers, curators and collectors, food trucks, live music, family fun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way.
Tuesday, Sept. 2: Civil War Roundtable of Eastern Pennsylvania: “Tell Mother Not To Worry: Soldier Stories from Gettysburg’s George Spangler Farm.” Presenter: Ron Kirkwood. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Delta Hotels by Marriot (former Holiday Inn), 7336 Adrienne Dr., Breinigsville. Information: Call 610-391-1000 or visit cwrteasternpa.org/calendar-1
Wednesday, Sept. 3: “The Wartime Pope”: World War II history. 2 p.m. Instructor Dr. Charles Bonos. Call for registration and fees. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, 610-437-3700
Thursday, Sept. 4: “Stop the Wars Please” Peace Vigil (See Aug. 28).
Saturday, Sept. 6: Block Party and Celebration of Moravian Church Settlement’s World Heritage status. Payrow Plaza, New Street along Church Street to Main Street. Family activities, food trucks, music and programs, free Moravian Museum, Old Chapel and Sanctuary buildings. Noon to 7 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 8: Embroiderers’ Guild. 10 a.m. Novices welcome. 72 W. Laurel St. Information: collegehillmoravian.org.
Tuesday, Sept. 9: Bach at Noon. The Bach Choir of Bethlehem. Central Moravian Chuch, 73 W. Church St., Bethlehem. Visit bach.org
Saturday, Sept. 13: NMIH 2025 annual Gala. 4 to 7 p.m. National Museum of Industrial History, 602 E. Second St. Information, tickets: nmih.org/event/2025gala/
Sunday, Sept. 14: Loco Expo 25: hands-on train engineer experience on a restored 1941 Whitcomb diesel-electric narrow gauge locomotive. used at Bethlehem Steel in the Electric Furnace Melt Shop where it moved trains of scrap metal. Times start at 11 a.m. Preregistration required.