July 24

Emmaus Public Library will host a preschool connections grand opening 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come and play with all new toys and games provided by a Library Services and Technology Act Preschool Connections grant intended to serve families and their children aged birth through five years. Light refreshments will be served. This program is free and open to the public. The purpose of this grant is to provide a welcoming space for children, parents and caregivers. The library has added soft furniture where parents and children can sit and share a book. To enhance children's experience, musical and rhythm instruments will be used during programs. Books for parents, grandparents and caregivers have been added in a special collection. This project was funded in part with a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. A special "thank you" is given to the Emmaus Rotary Club for providing the funding for the rocking chair.

July 25

The Lehigh Valley Chapter 1371 of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees will hold their annual picnic at the Allentown Rose Garden #2 picnic pavilion, starting 11:30 a.m. A complete luncheon, with drinks and dessert, will be provided. Participants will enjoy door prizes, a number of games and bingo. All current and former Federal workers are invited to attend. Participants may wish to bring their own folding chairs.Tickets are available now through July 20 from Ken Zeiner at 610-419-0739. All active and former Federal employees are invited to attend. Those wishing to learn more about NARFE may contact Marie Nader, membership chair, at 610-231-0237.

Aug. 1

Senator Pat Browne, R-16th, will hold his annual community and family expo 3 to 7 p.m. at Bucky Boyle Park, North Front and Gordon Streets in Allentown. The event is free and is held rain or shine. For more information, contact Altagracia Mercado at Browne's Allentown office at 610-821-8468 or visit Browne's website at www.senatorbrowne.com.

The Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will meet 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. The program is "GPS System and Applications Simplified" by Ben/KB3CTX. Members and interested general public are welcome. For additional information, visit www.dlarc.org, KE3AW@ ARRL.NET or call 610-432-8286.

Aug. 2

Das Awkscht Fescht, one of the country's largest antique and classic car shows, will take place through Aug. 4 at Macungie Memorial Park. The featured car this year is the Buick. For more information, go to www.awkscht. com.

Indoor and outdoor toy show in Macungie. The outdoor show will be held in the parking areas of Shoemaker and Macungie Elementary Schools and the indoor show will be at Eyer Middle School. Transportation to and from Macungie Memorial Park will be provided Saturday. For more information, call 610-966-4289.

Aug. 3

Executive Woman's International of the Lehigh Valley's first annual miniature golf outing at Putt U, Route 309, Center Valley. There is a cost. Registration begins 8 a.m. Funds raised benefit the scholarship fund. For additional information, email ewilehighvalley@outlook.com or call 570-977-2253.

Aug. 4

Upper Milford Fire Company, Old Zionsville, Route 100 and 29, breakfast 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All you care to eat. There are senior, adult and children prices. For additional information, contact Carol at 610-966-3541.

Aug. 14

The 52nd annual Lehigh Valley Health Network Muhlenberg Summer Festival, 2545 Schoenersville Road, Bethlehem, through Aug. 17. Festival hours are 5 to 10:30 p.m.. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and noon to 10:30 p.m. Saturday. Craft tents, rides, bands, games, attic treasures and children's activities are just some of the events planned. Proceeds benefit Lehigh Valley Health Network - Muhlenberg. For additional information, visit jtmonline.com/goodtime.

Aug. 20

Concerned East Penn Taxpayers Association meeting 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Fire Company #1, Sixth and Broad streets, Emmaus. A presentation "Common Core" by educator Peg Luksik will answer your questions about this new federal mandate. Light refreshments will be available. For questions, call 610-965-3556 or email ceptapa@gmail.com.

Sept. 7

Pancake breakfast to benefit the Catherine Boulay Foundation, Applebee's Trexlertown, 8 to 10 a.m. For additional information, call 610-966-3466.

Lehigh Valley Health Network Via marathon, also on Sept. 8. For additional information, visit their website at viamarathon.org.

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