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Upper Macungie Twp offering programs for kids, youth, adults

Upper Macungie Township’s Grub and Groove Food Truck Festival will take place every Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. through Sept. 24 at Grange Park, 360 Grange Rd.

Come and enjoy various food trucks and musical offerings.

Food trucks will meet by Pavilion No. 1 at Grange Park.

Concerts in the Park series running through October at Grange Park, 360 Grange Rd., takes place on the last Saturday of each month unless otherwise noted.

Each concert will showcase at least two live performances featuring a variety of musical styles and local talent.

Come and enjoy a relaxing evening of music, admission is free.

Food and drink vendors will be on site to keep you refreshed and satisfied.

This month’s concert “A Country Salute to Service” will feature Lily Moss at 5 p.m., the Tyler Hunsberger Band at 6 p.m. and Jonathan Moody at 7:30 p.m. July 25.

The township will be showing the movie Lilo & Stitch (PG) July 10 at Breinigsville Park, 8935 Breinigsville Rd., Breinigsville.

Activities start around 5:30 p.m., and the movie will start as soon as the sun goes down.

The township’s Summer Session II Tennis Lessons for youth ages 16 and older will take place Mondays 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. until Aug. 3 at Brookside Country Club, 901 Willow La., Macungie.

Participants must bring their own racquet. No experience is necessary.

Donna Barats will be offering a four-week Zumba Summer Session on Mondays 6-7 p.m. July 13 through Aug. 10 at the Community Center, 360 Grange Rd.

This Zumba session features easy-to-follow moves set to upbeat music, designed to boost energy, confidence, and mood. Perfect for all fitness levels.

The township in partnership Lehigh Valley Martial Arts will be offering a free Intro to Karate Workshop for kids ages 5 and older noon to 1 p.m. July 18 at LVMA, 7150 Hamilton Blvd., Trexlertown.

No prior experience necessary.

Wildlands Conservancy will be hosting Frosty Paws and Pops 5:30 p.m. July 17 at the Lone Lane Pavilion, 30 Lone Lane.

Join them for a cool summer adventure featuring an engaging live animal show led by trained Wildlands Conservancy handlers.

After the show, chill out under the shaded Lone Lane Pavilion for some free frozen treats. This event is perfect for kids, families, and nature lovers of all ages.

Is your teen dreaming of becoming a firefighter, police officer, or paramedic?

The township’s Junior Services Academy will be held 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 13 to 17 at Station No. 56, 6510 Schantz Rd.

This immersive camp is designed for teenagers who are seriously considering a career in emergency services.

This isn’t your average summer camp — it’s a hands-on, adrenaline-filled experience that gives teens a true glimpse into life on the front lines.

Participants will learn how to spray a fire hose, practice handcuffing techniques, participate in live demos, learn CPR and first aid from real first responders as well as train alongside the heroes they look up to.

For more information, including cost or to register for any of these programs, go to the townships website, click on site map at the bottom of the page, then click on Welcome to Dash under Parks and Recreation.

Ziegels Church Tractor and Car show, a free community event, will take place noon to 6 p.m. July 11 at 9990 Ziegels Church Road, Breinigsville.

Entertainment will be by The Hannah Violet Trio and The Majestics.

There will be food, games, raffles, bake sale, tractor pulls and fun for all ages.

If you are interested in showing your tractor or classic car, email ziegelsfellowship@gmail.com.

For more information on this event, call the church office at 610-285-6157.

St. John’s UCC, 1027 Church St., Fogelsville, is hosting its “Paul and the Underground Church” Vacation Bible School in partnership with St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, also in Fogelsville, 1-3:30 p.m. July 13 to 17.

Journey back to ancient Rome as they learn the story of Marcus and the early Christians who hid in the catacombs of Rome to worship.

They will also hear from Paul while he’s in prison waiting to present the Gospel of Jesus to Caesar.

There will be a light lunch before the start of VBS. Call 484-553-6841 for more information.

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1028 Church St., Fogelsville, will be holding its next free community dinner July 17. Dinners will be served from 5 p.m. while supplies last.