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GREAT DECISIONS: Former U.S. Rep. Susan Wild will address the opening session of the Great Decisions Lecture Series on President Trump’s foreign policy at 11 a.m. Jan. 28 at Kirkland Village in Bethlehem. Her presentation will address President Trump’s severance from 80 years of U.S. foreign policy diplomacy as he now embraces an “America first” approach. The lecture series is sponsored by Northampton Community College.

Wild’s presentation is the first of eight lectures on current American foreign policy issues identified by the Foreign Policy Association in NYC, a private, nonpartisan think tank. The local Great Decisions Committee leads this program, which runs Wednesdays through March 18 at Kirkland Village.

Sign-up online at bit.ly/3BWBuvn (for individuals) and bit.ly/4hmrAn6 (for couples). While NCC sponsors this program locally, the essay booklet is available nationally and is produced by the Foreign Policy Association in NYC. The Association has worked for more than one hundred years to promote an understanding of American foreign policy among Americans.

BLITHE SPIRIT: The Lehigh Valley Charter HS for the Arts (Charter Arts) Theatre Department continues its season with a production of Noël Coward’s mischievous comedy, “Blithe Spirit.” When a novelist invites a medium to his home for a séance as research, things go hilariously wrong – summoning the ghost of his first wife and turning married life upside down.

Showtimes include: evening performances Jan. 30 and 31 at 7 p.m. and a matinee performance Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at CharterArts.org.

CAMP CADET: State police barracks in Troop M, based in Bethlehem, have announced the annual Camp Cadet program will be held from Sunday through Friday, June 7 to 12, at Camp Fowler, 5851 Horseshoe Road, Orefield.

The camp is an overnight summer program for boys and girls between the ages of 12-15. Its goal is to introduce them to the diverse criminal justice system and to establish a positive relationship between law enforcement and youths, while living in an atmosphere similar to an actual State Police Academy.

Anyone interested in attending the camp can register online at troopmcampcadet.org/

POPUP EVENT: Each year, more than 200 local teens visit our Pop-Up Prom Shop to find a gown or pantsuit for their prom night. For many families, the cost of prom attire can be a significant barrier. This program helps ensure that students can attend this milestone event with confidence and dignity. With community support, students are able to select a dress for $20, and thanks to donated dress vouchers, we are also able to provide free attire to students who need additional support.

We are currently collecting gently used dresses and women’s pantsuits and would be grateful for the opportunity to share this initiative with the community through your platform.

Additional information, including FAQs and event details, is available at: Ywcabethlehem.org/prom2026.

NMIH EXHIBIT: “Microchips That Shook the World” is a mobile, interactive exhibit from IEEE, the world’s largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity, through the IEEE Global Museum. It is presented in partnership with IEEE Spectrum and IEEE Foundation, with philanthropic support from ASML, the IEEE Electronics Packaging Society, the IEEE Electron Devices Society, the Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation, and other generous donors. Visit nmih.org/

Ongoing Office of Veterans Affairs at no cost to veterans and their families staffed with VA-accredited Veteran Service Officers who assist veterans, their families and survivors to obtain the federal, state, and county benefits for which they are eligible as a result of military service. Contact the Office Veterans Affairs for Lehigh County: 610-782-3295 or veteransaffairs@lehighcounty.org; and for Northampton County, call 610-829-4875.

Jan. 25 to 31 Historic Downtown Bethlehem Restaurant Week. Information: (Include the word visit as listed: visithistoricbethlehem.com/event/winter-restaurant-week/

To Feb. 18 Student Artwork: L.V. Charter HS for the Arts. Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (check for changes) Rotunda Gallery, 10 E. Church St. Visit bfac-lv.org/rotunda-gallery-shows-2/

First and Third Sundays: Open Mike Night, 7 p.m. Godfrey Daniels, 7 E. Fourth St. (610) 867-2390; visit godfreydaniels.org

Fourth Mondays: Lehigh Valley People with Parkinson’s and their caretakers. Moderator: Dave Rivera. 10 a.m. Spanish and English. Free. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Tuesdays: Good Vibrations Chorus. All singers welcome. 9:30 a.m. Director Nancy Shumaker. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Song Writing. Conductor Stephen Cee. 11 a.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Second Wednesdays: Karaoke, 1 p.m. Sing or just listen. Free. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, 18102. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Wednesday, Feb. 25: Wednesday Afternoon Dance. 1 – 3 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, 18102. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Thursdays: Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra. Conductor Ron DeGrandis. 9 to 10:30 a.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, 18102. 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. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Fridays: Life Sharing Discussion Group. 1 to 3 p.m. Begins with a question chosen by the group and ends with more questions. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Elm Street Jazz Workshop rehearsals, 9 a.m. Director: Allan Meyerson. 1633 W. Elm St., -Allentown. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700; visit lvactivelife.org/

Socrates Café moderated by Dr. Charles Brooks. 10 a.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Saturdays: Saturday Night Dances with various performers. Cost per person. 7 to 10 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Wednesday, Jan. 28: Dave’s Night Out with Jack Murray. Travelin’ Man, an Exploration of Folk, Blues, and Country Music’s Pull of the Road. 7 p.m. Godfrey Daniels, 7 East Fourth St. Visit events.humanitix.com/daves-night-out-with-jack-murray-january-28-2026/tickets

Thursday, Jan. 29: L.V. Veterans History Project to collect, document and preserve the personal experiences of U.S. wartime veterans. 7 p.m. Chairman/Founder/Historian: Mike Seward. Call 610- 434-5210. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Jan. 30 through Feb. 1: Working Hands: Supplying a Revolution explores the complex and often conflicted role of Bethlehem’s Moravian community during the American Revolution. 1869 Luckenbach Mill. 459 Old York Rd. Tickets: historicbethlehem.org

Jan. 30, 31 (7 p.m.), Feb. 1 (2 p.m.): Blithe Spirit by Noël Coward (comedy). When a novelist invites a medium to his home for a séance as research, things go hilariously wrong – summoning the ghost of his first wife and turning married life upside down. Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts, 321 E. Third St. Tickets: CharterArts.org or at the door.

Wednesday, Feb. 4: World War II series: “The Acqui Division at Cephalonia” with Dr. Charles Bonos. 2 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, 18102. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Thursday, Feb. 5: Veterans Brotherhood to prevent suicide and homelessness. Provides mentoring, discussion and help. Moderator: Clyde Hoch. 7 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Friday, Feb. 6: First Friday: Special events with free admission from 6 -8 p.m. National Museum of Industrial History, 602 E. Second St. Visit nmih.org.

Macbeth by William Shakespeare. Directed by Carter Reichard. Also on Feb. 7. Reclaimed Performing Arts Company. Ice House, 56 River St. Tickets:eclaimedpac.org/

Philly Nelson with Special Guest: Treebirds. Cosmic Country Salute: Music of Willie Nelson and Beyond. Tickets: Call 610-867-2390 or email info@godfreydaniels.org. Visit godfreydaniels.org

Events listings: southsideartsdistrict.com/first-fridays/

Echoes of Freedom, a documentary from Lehigh Valley Public Media exploring African American history, resilience and impact in our region. 6-8 p.m. Univest Public Media Center, 839 Sesame St. Free; register to save a seat: pbs39.org/tickets-echoes

Saturday, Feb. 7: Cops ‘n Kids: “Valentine’s Day Jitters” by Julie Dannenberg and read by Taylor Rezac. Ages 4 and up. Cops ‘n Kids Reading Room. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Fowler Center, NCC., 511 E Third St. Must register: visit copsnkidslv.org

Wednesday, Feb. 11: Karaoke. 1 to 3 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Sunday, Feb. 15: Third Sunday Open Mike Night, 7 p.m. Godfrey Daniels, 7 E. Fourth St. Call (610) 867-2390; visit godfreydaniels.org

Drop-in family Sunday: S.T.E.A.M. Adventures. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. National Museum of Industrial History, 602 E. Second St. Visit nmih.org

Saturday, Feb. 21: Cops ‘n’ Kids: “Doug Unplugged” by Dan Yaccarino and “Screens Away” by Kailian Carr. Make a robot “portrait.” Ages four and up. Cops ‘n’ Kids Reading Room. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Fowler Center, NCC., 511 E Third St. Must register: visit copsnkidslv.org

Saturdays: Feb. 26 and March 28: Stand Down Valor of the Lehigh Valley for veterans. Free food, clothing, footwear, hygiene items, meals for veterans, homeless and others in our community. Noon to 1 p.m. Across from the Wooden Match, 61 W. Lehigh St. To learn more, email info@valorclinic.org; to donate and volunteer: call 570-534-2854 or visit valorclinic.org.