Good morning, Bethlehem.

The Bethlehem Area Public Library held a book sale Wednesday from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. featuring 20,000 items like books, comics, vinyl records and puzzles and will hold another sale Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for those who missed it.

Natural Lands on May 13 permanently preserved a 7.27-acre property on Gun Club Road in Lynn Township and transferred it to the Pennsylvania Game Commission as part of State Game Lands 217 — a move aimed at protecting forested habitats along Blue Mountain’s Kittatinny Ridge and preserving scenic views for Appalachian Trail users. Commission officials said an existing opening may be improved as a parking area for visitors.

Natural Lands announced that it permanently preserved a 7.27-acre property in Lynn Township as part of the Kittatinny Ridge Conservation Landscape, a designated Important Bird Area.

The parcel was transferred to the PA Game Commission+which will boost wildlife protection and access to PA State Game Lands No. 217.

LVAC, a local wrestling promotion that blends punk flair and charity, will host its High School Hang Out event at Freedom High School on May 17 at 7 p.m. Local wrestler Dan Champion will face masked Ultramantis Black in a match that raises funds for Special Olympics PA’s Team Bethlehem — adding a community benefit to an athletic event.

Allison McPeek, Parkland’s head coach in her third year, was named Swimming Coach of the Year as her girls earned a sixth straight District 11 title and her boys ended Emmaus’s 16-title streak.

She also supported Northwestern Lehigh swimmers at a district meet—demonstrating her deep commitment to building a strong swimming program.

The 2025 lehighvalleylive All-Area Girls Swimming and Diving Team honors 10 top swimmers from schools across the region, with undefeated Parkland earning three spots on the first team—swimmers recorded 12 district championships and six top eight medals at the PIAA meets.

2025 Levitt Pavilion Concert Season

May 16-17 — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free entry — Enjoy free live music at the iconic Bethlehem Steel blast furnaces.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Easton Street Eats Food Truck Festival

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Cottingham Stadium — Free entry — Indulge in various food trucks while enjoying a community-focused atmosphere.

Blue Zones Kick-Off Well-being Trail Event

1-4 p.m. — Sun Inn Courtyard — Free entry — Celebrate community health and well-being at this engaging outdoor event.

Father's Day Pop Up

12-5 p.m. — The Outlets at Wind Creek — Vendor space starts at $45 — Shop unique items from local small businesses to celebrate dads.