GARDEN CLUB: The Bethlehem Garden Club is having a presentation on “Native Plants for Four Seasons of Interest,” presented by Andy Fedor on Thursday, Sept. 18, at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. Doors Open at 12:30, Program at 1 p.m. followed by club meeting and refreshments.

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, PA. 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 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

OKTOBERFEST: Oktoberfest, presented by Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), returns to the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks for its 15th year of German-inspired fun.

Kicking off for the first weekend, Oct. 3, through Sunday, Oct. 5, with a second weekend set to take place Friday, Oct. 10, through Sunday, Oct. 12, this FREE festival is packed with German traditions and unique competitions – from official steinholding competitions and pretzel tossing to dachshund races and Kong Pong. Guests can explore Brewers’ Village presented by the Lehigh Valley Brewers Guild, savor authentic bites and brews across four biergartens, shop local artisans and enjoy live music and entertainment throughout both weekends. For event details, visit the ArtsQuest website and Facebook page.

PICKLEBALL BENEFIT: The Fund to Benefit Children & Youth presents Pickleball for a Purpose, a dynamic fundraising event combining pickleball, cornhole and ping pong tournaments with silent auctions, wine pulls, food and drink, and live music, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Luke’s Sportsplex, 4636 Crackersport Road, Allentown.

All funds raised will support The Fund to Benefit Children, which provides goods and services to abused, neglected and at-risk Lehigh Valley kids and teens that no other social service agencies can provide.

For more information or to register, visit HelpLehighValleyChildren.org/Pickleball.

WATERSHED CONFERENCE: The 10th Lehigh Valley Watershed Conference will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 14, at the Ben Franklin Technology Center, 116 Research Drive, Bethlehem. The Center is located on Lehigh University’s Mountaintop Campus. This year’s conference theme is Back to Basics: Geology, Soils, Water & Ecosystems.

The conference serves as a forum that brings together community watershed organizations, municipal officials, educators, students, scientists, technical experts, natural resource agency staff, industry representatives and the public to discuss effective ways to improve and protect the land and water resources throughout the greater Lehigh Valley.

To view the conference schedule or to register, go to Lehigh Valley Watershed Conference 2025 – Back to Basics Registration, Oct. 14, at 7:30 a.m. | Eventbrite.

MORAVIAN LECTURE: 168th annual meeting lecture by Lisa Minardi, executive director of Historic Trappe, where she oversees three historic houses associated with the Muhlenberg family and the Center for Pennsylvania German Studies; Oct. 19, 2:30 annual meeting, 3 p.m. lecture. The Moravian Theological Seminary, 60 W. Locust St., Bethlehem. The talk will be followed by a reception. The event is free to attend. Registration required.

VOLUNTEER CONFERENCE: The Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley is hosting its second annual Nonprofit Impact Conference Nov. 6, at the Wind Creek Event Center. Following the success of the inaugural event, this year’s conference promises to be even more transformative, with a focus of “Strengthening Connections & Navigating Change.” The event will connect nonprofits together, help them gain actionable insights from expert- led breakout sessions and discover innovative strategies to help amplify their mission.

Nonprofit organizations can purchase tickets at volunteerlv.org/nonprofit-impact-conference.

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.

“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

Sundays, Sept. 14, Oct. 12

Bethlehem Vintage Market at the Rose Garden. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 14, Oct. 12, 1901 W. Union Blvd. Visit instagram.com/bethlehemvintagemarket/?hl=enSundays:

Saucon Valley Farmers’ Market. “Art in the Park”Sept. 27. 409 Constitution Ave., Hellertown (next to the library and Dimmick Park). Rain or shine. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to November. Visit svfmpa.com/

To Sunday, Sept. 14

“What Lies BetweenUs” 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

To Tuesday, Sept. 23

“Abstract Painting”; Exhibition of artist Lois Schlachter. Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (check for changes) Rotunda Gallery, 10 E. Church St. Visit bfac-lv.org/

Weekly in September

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: “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; visit facebook.com/LEPOCOPeaceCenter?ref=embed_page.

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, various dates: Free special movie screenings: Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas, ArtsQuest Center, 101 Founders Way: 1:30 p.m. Sensory Friendly inside showing. 6:30 p.m. Levitt Pavillion outdoor screening. Visit

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/

Behind the Scenes Dollhouse Tour. Elizabeth Johnston Prime Dollhouse Collection of 44 antique structures. Noon and 1:15 p.m. Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts, 427 N. New St. Visit historicbethlehem.org/visit-us/experience/behind-the-scenes-dollhouse-tour/

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: 68810.blackbaudhosting.com/68810/page.aspx?pid=196&tab=2&txobjid=6e7b6993-ffd1-4a8a-85dc-ea61605051a4; information: nmih.org/locomotive/

Friday, Sept. 19

Friday Night DJ Dance, 7 to 10 p.m. Featuring Music by the Spinnin’ Simmons. Cost. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information.

Old No. 1 at 50: Celebrating the Spirit of Guy Clark. Performances: Michael Braunfeld, Meghan Cary and Peter Farrell, Lance Cowan, Adam & Cate Monaco, Buddy Mondlock, Jack Murray, and Rees Shad. Guy Clark Foundation benefit. 8 to 10 p.m. The Charles A. Brown Ice House, 56 River St. Visit events.humanitix.com/celebrating-the-spirit-of-guy-clark-september-19-2025

Market to Go: Historic Bethlehem Apple Days. 4 to 7 p.m. Burnside Plantation, 1461 Schoenersville Road. Tickets, information: historicbethlehem.org/visit-us/experience/apple-days/

Saturday, Sept. 20 and Sunday, Sept. 21

Historic Bethlehem Apple Days. Apple Days Family Hour from 10 to 11 a.m. with special programming for families with youngsters. Festival hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Burnside Plantation, 1461 Schoenersville Road. Tickets, information: historicbethlehem.org/visit-us/experience/apple-days/

Wednesday, Sept. 24

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, Sept. 25

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.

Saturday, Sept. 27

Behind the Scenes Dollhouse Tour. Elizabeth Johnston Prime Dollhouse Collection of 44 antique structures. Noon and 1:15 p.m. Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts, 427 N. New St. Visit historicbethlehem.org/visit-us/experience/behind-the-scenes-dollhouse-tour/