Good morning, Bethlehem.

Students for Sunrise, founded by Lehigh alum Carly Heinberg ‘28, unites students to support children with cancer and chronic illnesses by hosting semester events at hospitals and a Sunrise Day Camp reunion, where members craft placemats and cards to brighten treatment days.

The Bethlehem Area Public Library recorded its best Saturday ever when January book sales brought in $9,706 despite harsh winter weather, with all proceeds benefiting library programs.

It will host its next sale on Wednesday, March 18 and Saturday, March 21.

Bethlehem-based OraSure announced Tuesday that its OraQuick HIV self-test, which gives 20-minute results with a simple oral swab, will soon be available in Canada + the company is reducing its global workforce, including 10 positions here, as it aims for post-Covid growth.

Historic Hotel Bethlehem announced on Tuesday, Feb.

10, that Kelly Ronalds was promoted to general manager — the first woman in 40 years to lead the hotel. She has worked there since 2010 and will focus on raising its profile as a national tourism destination.

ArtsQuest announced that the Musikfest Music Industry Conference will take place in Bethlehem from Aug.

2–4 as part of Musikfest, where music educators, artists, and industry professionals will join over 30 panels on production, performance, business, and innovation.

Lehigh Valley Charter HS for the Arts Theatre Department presented Noel Coward’s comedy Blithe Spirit at its black box theatre from Jan.

30 to Feb. 1. The production featured a seance plot and was directed by Kelly Minner Bickert with support from Ellen Schmoyer (lighting) and Amy Handkammer (costumes).

LVEDC’s Annual Meeting is set for Tuesday, Mar.

17 at SteelStacks at ArtsQuest Center in Bethlehem; the event will highlight Eli Lilly’s $3.5 billion investment and record-setting economic development in 2025 plus offer a networking reception with food and drinks.

Eli Lilly and Company announced a state-of-the-art facility for injectable weight loss medication in Upper Macungie Township (announced Jan.

30 at Curiosity Hall) that will create 850 pharmaceutical jobs and 2,000 construction jobs, with work starting this year and operations beginning in 2031.

On Feb. 4, more than 500 students from local technical schools competed at the SkillsUSA Council District 11 Championships at the Allentown Agri-Plex.

They demonstrated skills such as carpentry, CNC machining, and web design while the event awarded over $200,000 in scholarships.

LANTA's board approved a fare increase during Tuesday afternoon's meeting, raising single ride prices (from $2.00 to $2.50), day passes (from $4 to $5) and 31-day passes (from $60 to $70) with new fares set to take effect mid-March.

Gail Jacobs, a standout on Lehigh’s women’s swim team from 1985 to 1989 (earning multiple conference records), was inducted into the Roger S.

Penske/Lehigh Athletics Hall of Fame for her achievements and leadership. She now works in human resources and advises student-athletes to pursue diverse opportunities.

Yacht Lobsters - Soft Rock of the 70's & 80's

7:30-10 p.m. — Musikfest Café — $10 minimum for food and beverage — Enjoy smooth melodies from the Yacht Lobsters as they invigorate the soft rock classics.

Dragon Pilates: Scales and Strength

10-11 a.m. — Sorcery and Scripts — $35 — Experience a fun, fantasy-filled Pilates class inspired by the strength and grace of dragons.

Dirty Dancing in Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the iconic film with a live soundtrack and encore party inspired by the unforgettable '80s hit.

Rubix Kube - 80s Tribute Band

7:30-10 p.m. — Musikfest Café — Get ready to groove to the ultimate 80s tunes with a band that knows how to throw a party.