Bethlehem
Today
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Author John Marzano, known as J. A. Marz, will sign his Italian-themed novellas on May 16 at 1 p.m. at Moravian Book Shop (428 Main St.) as he brings his family heritage and love for Tuscany into a modern tale of self-discovery. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ Marie Coleman, 77, recalled her 26 year career at Hess's Department Store and now runs Threads in Catasaqua. She remembered daily challenges plus encounters with notable figures that made every workday a fresh adventure in sewing. WFMZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers heading out for Mother’s Day may pay more for gas as Pennsylvania prices hit $4.69 a gallon — local drivers can save at Raceway in Bethlehem with rates as low as $4.23. Lehigh Valley Live
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nazareth Area High School seniors celebrated their prom at the SteelStacks complex in Bethlehem on Friday, May 8. Photos by Donna Fisher captured a memorable night as graduates enjoyed the festivities + looked ahead to new beginnings. Lehigh Valley Live
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Diane Dorn at Lehigh County Extension Office advises local gardeners to prune faded lilac blooms and one-third of older stems while managing pests like powdery mildew, bacterial blight, and scale. Gardeners should prune in dry weather (copper spray or neem oil may help) to keep plants healthy. Bethlehem Press
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LKV May Open House
1-5 p.m. — Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum — Family-friendly fun — Explore a vast model railroad display of the Lehigh Valley from the late 50s to early 70s.
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Paint Pour Experience
6:30-8 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Check website for pricing — Discover the art of paint pouring with guidance from experienced artists.
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Night Ranger Concert
8:00-9:30 PM — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $63 — Rock out to classic hits from Night Ranger in Bethlehem's lively venue.
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Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams Concert
7-10 p.m. — Moravian University Foy Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening of live music with notable performers.
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Kansas Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Ticketed event — Experience the legendary band Kansas live in Bethlehem.
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Bethlehem Vintage Market at the Rose Garden
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Bethlehem Rose Garden — Free entry — Discover vintage treasures with your furry friend at this vibrant market event.
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The Temptations & The Four Tops Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets available — Experience the timeless sounds of The Temptations and The Four Tops in Bethlehem.
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