Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
George Awad quit his corporate job after a backpacking trip showed him he loved street food and started Aroi Mango— a mobile catering business serving mango sticky rice at local pop-ups.
He won a pitch competition for funding, has served over 60 events, and will appear at the Bethlehem Farmers’ Market and on campus on April 24.
Martin Guitar celebrates 20 years of Clapton's Choice Signature Strings with limited-edition packaging and a contest offering U.S. players a chance to win a Martin 000-EC 30th Anniversary guitar.
The contest and an online second-chance giveaway for additional prizes are available now and will end on March 31—while a new Unplugged: Enhanced Edition releases on May 9.
At its 30th Anniversary Annual Meeting, LVEDC unveiled new videos that show the growth and strength of the Lehigh Valley's business scene—highlighting the region’s access to talent and key markets while urging local partners to use the new branding.
The videos display benefits like a large workforce and strategic location to support ongoing economic growth in the valley.
Northampton County District Attorney Baratta is holding a press conference today at 11 a.m. to provide an update on Enci (Aubrey) Wu's case.
ZZ Top, the boogie-rocking band that headlined Musikfest last year, will perform at Wind Creek Event Center at 8 p.m. on Sept.
21; tickets (priced from $49.50 to $129.50) will go on sale tomorrow at 10 a.m. at the venue’s box office at 77 Wind Creek Blvd.
Lehigh University announced last month that tuition will increase by 4.5% for the 2025-26 school year, raising tuition to $66,810 and total education costs to $86,100.
Administrators said the rise is meant to cover growing operating costs—financial aid will help many students manage the higher expenses.
Dancing with the Stars Live!
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s favorite dance competition in a thrilling live performance.
AAUW Bethlehem Book Fair
2-6 p.m. — Bethlehem Municipal Ice Rink — Free entry — Discover thousands of books at the annual AAUW Book Fair benefiting local education initiatives.
Melissa Etheridge Live Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for pricing — Experience the soulful sounds of Melissa Etheridge in a vibrant live performance.
Historic Downtown Campus Preview Day
10 AM — Moravian Academy — Free entry — Discover the unique offerings of Moravian Academy campuses with an immersive experience for prospective families.
Lehigh University Jazz Orchestra Concert
3-6 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Enjoy a spring concert featuring contemporary jazz works performed by Lehigh University students and faculty under the direction of Bill Warfield.
Live Jazz with Joe Mixon
8-11 p.m. — Riegelsville Inn — Cost not specified — Enjoy a night of smooth jazz, blues, and fusion music performed by guitarist and vocalist Joe Mixon.
Downtown Bethlehem Fine Art and Craft Show
May 10-11 — Downtown Bethlehem Association — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with awards, receptions, and exceptional crafts.
Mother's Day Brunch
10 AM – 1 PM — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Ticketed event — Celebrate Mother's Day with delicious food and live music by Joe Lazorik.
Celtic Herbology Workshop
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Celtic Cultural Alliance — Workshop fee applies — Explore the uses of Celtic herbs and create your own healing products.
2025 Levitt Pavilion Concert Season
May 16-17 — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free entry — Enjoy free live music at the iconic Bethlehem Steel blast furnaces.
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