Bethlehem
Today
Monday, May 5th, 2025
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, a senior living community in Northampton County turned a common area into a part-gift shop—hosting a spring craft fair with unique items on display. WFMZ
- ➤ The Saucon Valley Farmers Market began its 20th season on Sunday in Hellertown with 30 vendors selling produce, wine and baked goods. New activities include wellness fairs, a Salsa Fest scheduled for September and a weekly Art Zone for kids to make Star Wars-themed crafts; the market runs on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. until November 23. WFMZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Hellertown woman was convicted last week of theft and deceptive business practices in an estate sales scam that defrauded 15 victims out of over $35,000, and she will be sentenced on July 16 (she operated Bethlehem-based Top Notch Estate Sales). Lehigh Valley Live
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania Youth Theatre is preparing for its spring production of Mary Poppins by rehearsing in its new space—formerly the Light of Christ Lutheran Church bought last fall for $725,000. The show will run at the Charles A. Smith Ice House starting May 9 at 7 p.m. Lehigh Valley News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lehigh Valley Phantoms defeated the Hershey Bears 4 to 2 on Sunday night at the PPL Center and took a 2 to 1 series lead in the Calder Cup series. The team will host the Bears Friday night as they try to secure the series win + fans cheered the strong performance. WFMZ
- ➤ Emmaus High School graduate Sone Ntoh, who starred at Monmouth, signed a free agent deal with the Baltimore Ravens and will join their rookie camp this weekend—he hopes to impress coaches with his speed and strength to earn a team spot. Lehigh Valley News
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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.
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Downtown Bethlehem Fine Art and Craft Show
May 10-11 — Downtown Bethlehem Association — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with awards, receptions, and exceptional crafts.
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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.
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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.
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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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The Doo Wop Project
7:30-9 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the evolution of Doo Wop from classic harmonies to contemporary hits.
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Lehigh Valley Wicked Plant Fest
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Vendor fees apply — Explore a vibrant plant festival with over 100 vendors, artisans, food, and entertainment in the heart of Bethlehem.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticket prices vary — Experience Coldplay’s music performed by a string quartet in a stunning candlelit setting.
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The Wizard of Oz Ballet
May 24-25 — Zoellner Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an all-new family-friendly ballet adaptation of the beloved Oz story.
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Wing & Wheels at The Steel Pub
7-10 p.m. — The Steel Pub Sports Bar and Grille — Wings 5 for $3.75 — Enjoy live music by The Castaways Band while indulging in delicious wing specials.
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