Dec. 27

Wildlands Conservancy will host a Get Out for Wellness end-of-year hike 10 a.m. to noon at Black River Sanctuary, 1300 Black River Road, Bethlehem. All are welcome. The hike is approximately 3 miles. The sanctuary is located near the Franko Farm Recreation Area. The hike is described as a gradual incline with smooth treadways, rocky sections and rooted paths. Hikers are encouraged to wear comfortable hiking shoes and dress in layers. Registration is free and continues through Dec. 25 at the website www.wildlandspa.org. The hike is made possible with funding from Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Jan. 2, 2026

A guided hike and fireside conversation will be held 2-4 p.m. at Black River Sanctuary, 1300 Black River Road, Bethlehem. The event will include an afternoon of hiking, storytelling and fireside conversation. Around the fire, hikers will meet members of the Wildlands Conservancy team, including Director of Property Stewardship Carl Martin, Preserve Manager Michael Hock and special guest Jim Apgar, forestry and habitat specialist at Pocono Lake Preserve. Visit the website www.wildlandspa.org for details.

March 6, 7

The Emmaus Public Library will host its sixth annual Tee Time at the Library event at the library, 11 E. Main St., Emmaus. Participants will play 18 holes of miniature golf in the library stacks. An exclusive event for those 21 and older will be held 6-9 p.m. March 6 and feature light refreshments, including one adult beverage as well as live music. A family-friendly event will be held 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 7. Children 4 years and younger will play free. There is a cost for tickets. Visit the library website www.wmmauspl.org/tee-time or call 610-965-9284 for details.