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SANGRIAFEST: Presented by Service Electric Cable TV and Communications, Saturday, June 21, 2 p.m. An afternoon of musical entertainment, lawn games, a variety of food trucks, vendors, and, most importantly, SANGRIA! With admission, enjoy unlimited samples of 12 different sangrias. This includes returning favorites such as Red Berry, Cranberry Lime and White Peach flavors. There is no guarantee that tickets will be available day of or at the gates, grab tickets now at ArtsQuest website.

NEW RESTAURANT: Wind Creek Bethlehem is introducing a new food and beverage offering to its lineup: Bethlehem Barrel and Drafthouse. Located in The Outlets at Wind Creek, the new restaurant will operate under Aramark Sports + Entertainment and is slated to open summer 2025.

Bethlehem Barrel and Drafthouse will seamlessly blend a warm rustic interior with sleek finishes, creating a refined yet casual atmosphere for whiskey, beer and food lovers alike. Guests will be able to enjoy their favorite elevated pub fare alongside standout specialty items that are crafted for the community, complemented by an extensive selection of whiskeys, a rotating offering of beer from local Pennsylvania breweries, and a cocktail program featuring local spirits with a Pennsylvania history.

RECYCLING CLOSED: The Theis/Cornfeld Recycling Center located at 635 Illick’s Mill Road will be closed starting June 16 through June 30, for maintenance. Please plan accordingly. It will reopen on Tuesday, July 1 at 10 a.m. Thank you for your understanding and continued patronage.

HELLERTOWN TOURS: The Hellertown Historical Society invites the public to take a step back in time with the return of its Public Tour Program, which began Saturday, June 14, and continue on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month through Oct. 25.

Tours begin at 10 a.m. at the historic Heller-Wagner Grist Mill Complex. In the event of high demand, additional tours may be offered at 10:30 or 11 a.m.

For more details or to inquire about group tours, call 610-838-1770 or email info@hellertownhistoricalsociety.org

Learn more about our Public Tours and Student Field Trips on our website: hellertownhistoricalsociety.org/educational-programs/

DOLLHOUSE TOUR: This summer, explore the Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts’ vault for the rare opportunity to experience the Elizabeth Johnston Prime Dollhouse Collection, a unique assemblage of 44 antique structures highlighting 100 years of architectural and decorative arts history. The guided Behind the Scenes Dollhouse Tour will take place Saturdays June 28, July 5 and 26 and Aug. 16 and 30 at noon and are limited to only eight attendees per tour. Tickets are on sale now at historicbethlehem.org and 610-882-0450.

ARTIST NOMINATIONS: Bethlehem Fine Arts Commission Tribute to the Arts calls for 2025 nominees for a celebration to honor individuals, businesses and organizations who support or created impactful experiences in the discipline of music, theater, dance, architecture, visual arts or poetry. For information or to submit a nomination, visit www. bfac-lv.org

June and July (daily)

The Urban Arts Trail list and walkable guide showcases artworks that shape South Bethlehem’s creative landscape, featuring pieces by local, regional and visiting artists and a glimpse into the area’s rich artistic spirit and cultural heritage. Beginning at Third and Brodhead streets for about three miles, the trail continues to the Bethlehem Skate Plaza and loops back, ending at Fourth Street and Broadway. Complete tour takes about one to two hours. For information and guides to the self-guided tours, visit southsideartsdistrict.com/urban-arts-trail/

To Monday, June 30

Inside and Out solo exhibition of still life and plein air landscape paintings by Lehigh Valley artist Joseph Skrapits at Bethlehem Rotunda Gallery. Sponsors: Bethlehem Fine Arts Commission and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. Visit bfac-lv.org for hours and dates.

To Friday, June 27

Bethlehem Palette Club Juried Exhibition, free. Moravian Village Art Gallery, 562 Wood St. Visit bethlehempaletteclub.org/event/221106/bethlehem-palette-club-spring-juried-exhibition-2025 for times.

To Sunday, June 29

PA Shakespeare Festival musicals: Mel Brooks’ The Producers; The Professional Equity Theatre, DeSales University, 2755 Station Ave., Center Valley. Information and tickets: visit https://pashakespeare.org/tickets/

To Sunday, July 27

Checking In: Bethlehem’s Alluring Accommodations; Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites showcase exhibition by local artists. Cost. Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts, 427 N. New St. Information: visit historicbethlehem.org/visit-us/experience/cordially-invited-fine-arts-show/

To Aug. 3

CHANGEMAKERS multisite exhibition from LUAG on the Greenway and LUAG’s extensive range of media exhibits. Visit luag.lehigh.edu/exhibitions/change-makers-south-bethlehem-greenway?mc_cid=38d13447c8&mc_eid=14fe10c1a1 for more information.

Coming in August: Belleville Street Faire, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 31, More than 100 makers, curators and collectors and market. ArtsQuest. 101 Founders Way.

Wednesdays to June 25

Music on the Patio with Ian Gallagher. Live music, drinks and food available for purchase. 6 to 8 p.m. Tavern at the Sun Inn, 564 Main St. Visit suninnbethlehem.org/events/ for schedules and information.

Thursdays and Fridays to July 18

Bands in the Biergarten. Live music, craft beer, food trucks. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. weather permitting. Information: visit suninncourtyard.org

Fridays, June 20 and 27

Sculpture Garden Concert Series: live music June 20 with “A Few Good Men,” an old school powerhouse R&B band; and June 27 with Philly-based and Lehigh Valley grown singer-songwriter Bren writes cathartic pop tunes with underlying indie rock and punk flair. IN inclement weather, concerts are indoors at the Bob Cohen Room, Bethlehem Public Library, next door to the Sculpture Garden. 6 to 7:30 p.m. East side of Bethlehem City Hall, 10 E. Church St. Visit bfac-lv.org/sculpture-garden-concert-series

Saturdays, June 19 and 28

Live in the (Rose) Garden: presented by Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce and sponsor Zoellner Arts Center. Live music, two food trucks and (cost) beverages. 5:30 to 8 p.m. 725 Eighth Ave. Visit web.lehighvalleychamber.org/events/Live-in-the-Garden-Concert-Series-840791/details

Sunday, June 22 to Sunday, June 29

Bethlehem Summer Restaurant Week 2025. Participating Downtown Bethlehem Restaurants will offer special-price prix fixe menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. No passes, tickets or coupons needed. Outdoor dining is available with many Historic District restaurants. Some restaurants recommend making reservations; or to call in advance. Visit web.lehighvalleychamber.org/events/Historic-Downtown-Bethlehems-Summer-Restaurant-Week-2025-840926/details

Wednesday, June 18

“Cinderella” (movie) presented by Lehigh Valley International Airport. Bring blankets and lawn chairs to sit on. Free parking on First Street immediately adjacent to SteelStacks. Food and beverages (cost) at the Mack Truck Stop at Levitt Pavilion and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks. All titles are in English with Spanish subtitles. 6:30 p.m. Free. SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way. Visit steelstacks.org/

Thursday, June 19

Juneteenth Freedom Day: On June 19, 1865 Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas with news that the Civil War had ended and all slaves were free. Weeklong celebrations are held in Bethlehem, Easton and Allentown featuring flag raisings, food, a parade, music, art and more. For details, visit juneteenthlv.org/

Current Events Informal Discussion Group. World, national, state and local topics. 2 p.m. Moderator: David M. Bell. 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/

Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra. Conductor Ron DeGrandis. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Lehigh Valley Pop Music Jam Session led by Stephen Cee. We need horn players and singers! Music of the 60s and 70s. Bring your instruments and your voice! Free. 1 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org

Friday, June 20

Scholastic Scrimmage 50th anniversary and reunion of excellence in academic competition on 6 to 9 p.m. June 20; 1 to 3 p.m. Cost. Alumni Reception (cost) at Lehigh University’s Mountaintop Campus; cocktails, appetizers, and maybe trivia about the program. Univest Public Media Center, 839 Sesame St. Information, tickets: wlvt.org/events/

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/

DJ Dance. 7 to 10 p.m. Free. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information or visit lvactivelife.org/

Saturday, June 21

Scholastic Scrimmage 50th anniversary and reunion of excellence in academic competition; 1 to 3 p.m. Documentary screening that highlights the history, followed by remarks from notable participants. Network with fellow alumni, reminisce about past victories, and reflect on how the show has impacted countless students and educators across the region. Information, tickets: wlvt.org/events/

“Rose Fest” – Mount Airy Neighborhood Association. Contribute to the restoration fundraiser (@the Rose Garden Park or the website listed below). Join the gardeners to adopt a plot. Come when you can. Friends of the Garden meet Saturday mornings from 9:30 to noon. For more information and to sign up for activities, visit mana18018.org/historic-bethlehem-rose-garden/bethlehem-rose-garden/ or mail donations to MANA, 1528 W. Market St.

Steelworker Heritage Bus Tours- Steelworkers’ Archives. Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton. These minibus tours, guided by experts, explore histories related to the steel industry. Cost. Information, tickets: visit steelstacks.org/event/17342/steelworker-heritage-bus-tours/

Northampton and the cement industry tour. Tourists will meet at the Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum, 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Cost. Information, tickets: visit www.steelstacks.org/event/17342/steelworker-heritage-bus-tours/

Saturday Night Dance with Latin Salsa. Cost per person includes light refreshments. Singles and couples welcome. 7 to 10 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information or visit lvactivelife.org/

Tuesday, June 24

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. Bring your poems, lyrics and musical talents. Free to members. 11 a.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Wednesday, June 25

Wednesday Afternoon Dance featuring Johnny K. 1 to 3 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information.

“Inside Out 2” (movie) presented by Lehigh Valley International Airport. Bring blankets and lawn chairs to sit on. Free parking on First Street immediately adjacent to SteelStacks. Food and beverages (cost) at the Mack Truck Stop at Levitt Pavilion and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks. All titles are in English with Spanish subtitles. 6:30 p.m. Free. SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way. Visit steelstacks.org/

Thursday, June 26 to Saturday, June 28

Sabor Latin Festival. 14th annual event presented by Highmark Blue Shield in partnership with media partner La Mega Radio. The festival is a celebration of Latin heritage for all ages.

Puerto Rican Flag Raising Ceremony features U.S. and Puerto Rican National Anthems and community speakers at 6 p.m. June 27. Food vendors (cost) include Holy Infancy Church and School, Hogar CREA, La Frikitona, Fiesta Churros and Mozzarepas. Free admission. ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way. Information: visit www.steelstacks.org/event/17320/sabor-latin-festival/

Thursday, June 26

Current Events Informal Discussion Group. World, national, state and local topics. 2 p.m. Moderator: David M. Bell. 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 https://lvactivelife.org/

Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra. Conductor Ron DeGrandis. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Lehigh Valley Pop Music Jam Session led by Stephen Cee. We need horn players and singers! Music of the 60s and 70s. Bring your instruments and your voice! Free. 1 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org

Lehigh Valley Veterans History Project. to collect, document and preserve the personal experiences of U.S. wartime veterans to honor their service and share their stories with current and future generations, historians and the veterans family members. Last Thursday each month at 7 p.m. Free. Chairman/Founder/Historian: Mike Sewards (610) 434-5210

Friday, June 27

Jazz Vibe Concert. 6 to 8 p.m. Free. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information or visit lvactivelife.org/

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/

Saturday, June 28

Pride Cocktail Crawl presented by the Bethlehem Chamber and LGBTQ Business Council. Visit web.lehighvalleychamber.org/events/eventresults.aspx?Category=&Keyword=downtown%20bethlehem&MonthNumber=0&FromSearch=True&OE=TRUE for online registration.

Saturday Night Dance with Johnny K. Cost per person includes light refreshments. Singles and couples welcome. 7 to 10 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/ for information.

Tuesday, July 1 to Thursday, July 31

Downtown Bethlehem’s Christmas in July. Window Decoration Competition: Vote for your favorite window! Come check out the competition. Vote for your favorite window on Main and Broad streets in Historic Downtown Bethlehem. Windows will be decorated July 1 through 25. Scan the QR Code on the window, with your cellphone’s camera app and vote! It’s that simple. One lucky winner will receive a prize so wonderful, it can’t wait until Christmas!

Snowball Scramble: Come to Downtown Bethlehem from July 1 through 25. Look for individual letters displayed in our merchant’s storefront windows on Main and Broad streets in the Historic District. As you find each letter, use this decoder card to help uncover a message using its corresponding number.

Selfie With an Elfie: While you’re Downtown supporting our merchants, look for our sneaky red and green Christmas Elves! From July 1 through July 25, take a selfie with them, and upload to the Heart of Bethlehem social media pages for a chance to win! Use hashtag #SelfieWithAnElfie for a chance to win a prize!

Santa Is In Town! Visit with Santa on July 23 at 523 Main Street. Meet and greet Santa in Historic Downtown Bethlehem. He’ll be walking along Main Street & Broad Street. Stop by for some pics with jolly old St. Nick! Visit lehighvalleychamber.org/downtownbethlehem.html

Tuesday, July 1

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. Bring your poems, lyrics and musical talents. Free to members. 11 a.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

The Bethlehem Press calendar listings are, to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of printing. We are not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of information submitted by external parties.