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Let Freedom Ring!

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The City of Allentown presents Movies in the Parks!

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Movies in the park! All you need is something to sit on, bring snacks or buy a hot dog from the Coke wagon. All movies are on Fridays at dusk, except for July 4 which will be after the fireworks.

Walt Groller Polka Band

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

A Year with Frog and Toad

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

A stage musical true to the spirit of award-winning writer and illustrator Arnold Lobel's original stories, this adaptation of the friendship between the cheerful Frog and the grumpy Toad is staged for ages 4 to 10.

Beneath Our Feet: Archeology of the Colonial Industrial Quarter

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The first exhibit in the new temporary exhibit space at the 1810 Goundie House shows the findings of archeological excavations in Historic Bethlehem's Colonial Industrial Quarter from the 1960s up to now. Featured on WLVT Channel 39's Tempo.

Bringing the Word to the Heart: The Moravian Missionary Experience

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Moravians have established missions from the West Indies to Alaska to Tibet. Bringing the Word to the Heart is an exhibit that will explore Bethlehem's role in support of Moravian missions around the world from the 18th through the 20th centuries.

Exhibition: "Linda Lee Alter: A Life in Art"

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Philadelphia artist Linda Lee Alter's life has been devoted to an all-embracing creative exploration of the arts, with work ranging from vibrant wall hangings, colorful allegorical interpretations of fables and Old Testatment stories, to paintings that serve as metaphors for life events. Featured works cover five decades of Alter's creative growth.

Exhibition: "William Wegman: Fay"

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

For ten years (1986-1995), the lives of renowned photographer William Wegman and his artistic muse, Weimaraner Fay Ray, were creatively entwined, resulting in a brilliant body of work for which Wegman and Fay are especially known. Their odyssey as partners in art and in life is explored in a rich array of photographs, videos and film.

Historic Bethlehem Segway Tours

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Experience Bethlehem's history with 21st century technology. Tour includes a Segway training session as well as a tour of Bethlehem's north and south sides. Leaves at 10am from Segway of the Lehigh Valley at 318 East 3rd street. $80 per person Must Weigh at least 100lbs and no more than 250lbs. Tour lasts approximately 2-2 1/2 hours.
Tours every Saturday except June 21st and July 19th.

Historical Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride Tours of Easton Pennsylvania

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Historical Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride Tours of Easton Pennsylvania. Elegant Horse-Drawn Transportation Creating Unique Memories That Will Last A Lifetime. 10 or 20 minute Historical Tours. Rates starting at $5 per adult/ $4 per child. All rides are weather permitting. Check website for schudule updates.

In the Single Sisters' House

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Moravian Sisters' House has been occupied continously from its construction in the 1740s. In its early years the single sisters lived there and performed much of the community's important textile work. Later the house was used exclusively as a residence. In the Single Sisters' House focuses on the Moravian sisters, their work and their contributions to the community.

National Museum of Industrial History Now Open!

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

NMIH will tell the story of America's industrial achievements and the accomplishments of its inventors, managers and workers, and preserve the record of industry's development and advancements from the middle 1800's until present time.

Open WEDNESDAYS from 10:00am to 4:00pm

Nunsense Jamboree

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Those crazy nuns from Hoboken are at it again as Sister Amnesia really does become a Nashville country star and the whole gang goes with her as she follows her dreams. A cross between Hee-Haw, the Grand Ole Opry and Laugh-in, Nunsense Jamboree will leave you rolling in the aisles as the sisters give you a performance you'll never forget!

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Presents: The Jungle Book

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Join Mowgli and Baloo on this musical adventure in the Indian jungle, where mysteries and meddling monkeys await them as they try to reach the village and defeat the evil tiger, Shere Kahn. Meet the cast after every performance for pictures and autographs!

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Presents: Twelfth Night

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wit, music, romance and revelry are the food of love at this comedic feast of lovers and fools. Merry deceptions and mistaken identities abound in this lilting comedy until true love finds its way.

Photography of Tibet: Part I

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Elaine Ling, Artist in Residence. Lecture: Tuesday April 1 and Gallery Talk: April 3.

Photography of Tibet: Part II

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Elaine Ling, Artist in Residence. In conjunction with the visit to Lehigh University of His Holiness The Dalai Lama, July 10-15 and with support of the Visiting Lecturers Committee of Lehigh University.

Play Ball! Baseball In America & the Lehigh Valley!

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Enjoy Stories of hometown legends who made it to the Major Leagues. View rare photos & memorabilia including Babe Ruth's Cap, Mike Schmidt's 1980 World Series uniform & Roberto Clemente's hat. Explore the Lehigh Valley's unique Baseball History!

Plaza Grower's Market In Allentown

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Farmers and Producers will be offering a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses, flowers, herbs, baked goods, sweets, and handmade soaps.

Richard Redd: Encaustic Paintings

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

To Market

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Storefronts from the Elizabeth Johnston Prime Dollhouse and Toy Collection will be exhibited along with art, photographs and full-sized examples of fixtures and wares from European and American markets of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The Kutztown Folk Festival

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

Bring your family to enjoy the finest in traditional crafts, food, music and folklife. Fun for all ages! 200 of Americas finest traditional craftsmen. Fascinating demonstrations and trasures you can take home.

2008 Summer Concert Series

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

Join us this summer season for The Lutheran Home at Topton's Summer Concert Series. Also enjoy a tour of our open house. Please RSVP to Connie Hartman at 610-682-1410. Please remember your lawn chair! Sunday, June 22nd - The Wyomissing Band will treat you to marches, show tunes, popular and classic music. Sunday, July 27th - Fancy Brass will delight with music of the 50's, 60's and 70's. Sunday, August 24th The Barbone street Jazz band will perform Dixieland, New Orleans Jazz, and Swing Music. Sunday, September 21st GTV Edelweiss Dancers and Kermit the Accordian player, is a group of both adults and youth performing German dances to a variety of authentic German tunes. Concerts will be held in the grassy area beside The Children's Services building, except for the September concert which will be held in the Henry Auditorium.