FEAST DAY: St. Joseph’s Church will host a St. Joseph Feast Day Mass at 11 a.m. March 19 at 413 E. Fifth St. in Bethlehem. Doors open at 10 a.m. Father Brendon Laroche will conduct the Mass.

The liturgy will be followed by a buffet luncheon at The Grist Mill, 170 W. Walnut St., Hellertown.

The parish, founded by Windish/Slovenian immigrants in the late 19th century, continues the annual celebration as a reflection of its cultural and religious heritage.

Reservations were requested by March 12. For information, call 504-258-6018 or email SSJB@SocietyStJosephBethlehem.org or checkout the society’s Facebook page at facebook.com/SSJBPA.

HI NEIGHBORS: The speakers program offered by First Presbyterian Church of Bethlehem, 2344 Center St., Bethlehem. It brings a variety of local speakers who share their interest and passion for topics like music, history, travel, and technology.

The programs all on Mondays include a social time at 9:30 a.m. with the presentation starting at 10 a.m. They are free and open to the public, and there is no registration needed.

March 23: The Easton Farmers Market is America’s longest established farmers market, opening in 1752. Hear from market manager Emily Roland about their history.

For more information: info@fpc-bethlehem.org.

MAIN STREET: Downtown Bethlehem business owners are celebrating their Main Street’s second USA Today nomination as one of America’s Best Main Streets. USA Today made the announcement at noon on Monday. Main Street’s newest business owner, Brianna Lasko of Lovely by Brianna, cast the first vote. She said, “Bethlehem is the best, no doubt about that. Our town won last year and with community support, we know we can win again.” The public can vote daily through April 6 at votemainstreetbethlehem.com.

NEST BOXES: Northampton County Parks & Recreation will sponsor a program about a local nest box project that’s been providing homes for Barred Owl families in the Minsi Lake Greenway since 2021. Join us for this illustrated presentation from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. March 28 at the Charles Chrin Community Center with Jim Wilson of Northampton County Parks.

Come learn about this exciting project, how its benefited local Barred Owls and contributed to raptor conservation science, and how you can create habitat for owls while discovering Pennsylvania’s eight owl species. The Chrin Center is located at 4100 Green Pond Road, Palmer, PA 18045.

MARINE LEAGUE: The Bethlehem Detachment 284, Marine Corps League will honor Alan Jennings as Citizen of the Year March 28 at West Coplay Maennerchor, 3326 N. Ruch St. in Whitehall beginning at 5 p.m.

The setting will be a traditional military “Mess Night” -- a meal enlivened with military tradition: toasts, good humored fun, and fundraising to include a silent auction for the various charitable causes and scholarships that we sponsor.

Jennings has distinguished himself in Bethlehem and the Lehigh Valley by his unrelenting support of needy and deserving residents of the community to include numerous veterans in his 40-career as an internationally recognized leader in community development and service. He is now retired, but for many years headed what is now called the Community Action Committee Lehigh Valley.

Jennings has also supported the Lehigh Valley Military Affairs Council as a speaker and adviser.

For information contact Vice Commandant George Borman III at 484-664-8862, email geosgtford@gmail.com.

SIPS&SCIENCE: The Junior League of the Lehigh Valley invites the community for an elevated evening where science meets community impact at Sips & Science: A Party with a Purpose. This adults-only evening of exploration, fun and philanthropy will take place on Saturday, March 21, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the DaVinci Science Center in Allentown.

All proceeds from the event directly fund the JLLVPA’s strategic initiatives. The League is focused on addressing critical community needs, providing leadership training for women, and implementing hands-on volunteer projects that create long-term pathways to equity for local families.

Tickets are available for purchase at lehighvalley.jl.org/events/register-party-with-a-purpose-4/. Early registration is encouraged.

ART EXHIBITION: “4 Realist Painters,” James A. DePietro, Jack Dickerson, Alvina P. Herron and Keith Vogrin will be exhibiting their paintings at the Bethlehem City Hall Rotunda Gallery to March 27. The Rotunda Gallery is located at 10 E. Church Street. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

EMMAUS CHORALE: The Emmaus Chorale is seeking additional voices for its spring concert, “Shalom.” Weekly rehearsals began at 7 p.m. March 2 at Faith Presbyterian Church, 3002 N. Second St., Emmaus and will culminate in a public concert there June 7 at 3 p.m. All voice parts are welcome, particularly low voice.

For more information, please visit our Facebook page or contact Ryan and donryan715@gmail.com.

MORAVIAN CAMP: The Moravian Historical Society invites students aged 8 to 12 to kick off their summer immersed in history during Hands-on History Camp. Contact Susan Ellis, executive director, at sellis@mSSoravianhistory.org or 610-759-5070.

INDUSTRIAL RECORDS: The Industrial Archives & Library (IAL) and NSH USA Corporation (formerly Simmons Machine Tool Corp.) are pleased to announce the donation of a significant collection of industrial records, photographs, and drawings from NSH USA to IAL. This donation includes approximately 320 cubic feet of documents, including detailed engineering drawings from Niles Tool Works, a company with roots dating back to 1833.

The donated materials span the late 19th century through World War II and are primarily focused on Niles machinery, which played a crucial role in the development of American industry.

“We are thrilled to receive this major donation,” said Stephen G. Donches, President & CEO of the Industrial Archives & Library. “The NSH USA donation represents a major addition to the collections at IAL while also dovetailing with our existing strengths in steel and transportation. The Niles machines helped shape products in the steel industry, from reprofiling railroad wheels to producing rifling for guns used by the U.S. Navy.”

MORAVIAN CAMP: The Moravian Historical Society invites students aged 8 to 12 to kick off their summer immersed in history during Hands-on History Camp.

Two sessions of Hands-On History Camp will run Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

•Session One: June 15–June 19 (Only a few spots left)

•Session Two: June 22–June 26

This year’s theme is “250 Years of Science Through History.” As we commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, this camp will explore STEAM-centered activities to learn how science and technology have changed how we live our lives. Campers will have the opportunity to work hands-on with local scholars and professionals who will lead exciting activities and learning experiences. Campers will explore museum objects, create projects, act out a final play, and much more!

The camp takes place on the Moravian Historical Society’s beautiful three-acre historic site.

Contact Susan Ellis, executive director, at sellis@moravianhistory.org or 610-759-5070.