The Bethlehem/Murska Sobota Sister Cities annual flag raising ceremony will be held at 10:30 a.m. June 19 on Payrow Plaza, 10 E. Church St. The event will celebrate the 24 anniversary of Slovenia's June 25 independence day.

The guest speaker will be Ambassador Dr. Bozo Cerar. Bethlehem's first Slovenian and current mayor, Robert Donchez, will participate.

Following the ceremony, there will be a luncheon at Saucon Valley Acres. Call 610-691-0580 for information and to register by June 11.