Bethlehem
Today
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cornerstone Presbyterian Church will build a new facility in Center Valley & move from its current 2.11-acre site on Old Bethlehem Pike after selling the property for $2.2M to St. Luke’s University Health Network. The church will complete construction in two years to accommodate its growing 250-member congregation. Lehigh Valley Live
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ArtsQuest's new Creative Center in South Bethlehem is two-thirds complete, ahead of schedule and under budget. A soft opening is planned for November with a grand opening set for first quarter 2027, replacing the Banana Factory with 80,000 sqft of upgraded spaces (including classes, studios and retail). Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Bethlehem’s National Museum of Industrial History is hosting a new exhibit called 'Cheers to 250: Brewing in America' today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit has displays, beer tastings, food and music that show how beer shaped society and features many Yuengling artifacts. WFMZ
- ➤ Classical music fans can head to Miller Symphony Hall today at 7:30 p.m. for the Allentown Symphony Orchestra's performance of Gustav Mahler’s first symphony (To Hell and Back). The Allentown Band will also perform American music at Heller-Wagner Grist Mill in Hellertown at 3:30 p.m. for Hellertown Heritage Day. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus present The Greatest Party On Earth from May 21 to May 24 at PPL Center in Allentown—this family-friendly, animal-free show features aerialists, acrobats and a video appearance by teen pop-country star Maddox Batson. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ Kou's Kitchen, a family-owned restaurant, brought authentic African flavors to the 69 News at Sunrise kitchen Friday morning with air fried peanut butter spare ribs, vegetable cauliflower fried rice and grilled vegetables. Customers can visit the restaurant's website or social media for menu details. WFMZ
- ➤ The free Mayfair Festival of the Arts runs May 22 to 24 at Cedar Crest College and features 15 acts on two stages, including Rogue Diplomats and Go Go Gadjet on May 22 and later performances by Class of ‘84 and Philadelphia Funk Authority — a summer kickoff. Bethlehem Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Moravian Academy seniors celebrated their prom May 15 at Historic Hotel Bethlehem (a well-known venue) as photos captured by freelance photographer Matt Smith showed the memorable evening. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Liberty High School seniors held their prom yesterday at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, where students danced and celebrated (local photos captured the special moments). Lehigh Valley Live
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Shapiro administration extended the filing deadline for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program to Dec. 31, enabling eligible seniors + disabled residents to receive up to $1,000 back from their 2025 expenses. More than 400,000 applications have been received so far, though many qualified residents still must apply. Lehigh Valley Live
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Eligible seniors in Northampton County will soon get $25 produce vouchers from the Pennsylvania Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program; vouchers will be distributed in person by the Area Agency on Aging starting June 1 at its Bethlehem office (2801 Emrick Blvd), with proxy pickup available. WFMZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Northampton County and Habitat for Humanity Lehigh Valley approved a 12-acre site in Forks Township (located near Kesslersville Road) to build 25 affordable homes; each future homeowner will contribute 250 hours of sweat equity while construction begins soon with 2 million in ARPA funds. WFMZ
- ➤ Forks Township will hold a conditional use hearing on May 21 at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Building at 1606 Sullivan Trail to consider building a 473,000 sqft warehouse on a 35-acre Dixie Cup site — the project is expected to create over 300 construction jobs plus 355 full-time positions. WFMZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Freedom High School celebrated college commitments of 25 senior athletes at a signing event on May 1 at Joseph J. McIntyre Gymnasium. The graduates committed to colleges for sports such as baseball, basketball and football. Lehigh Valley Live
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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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Moveable Feast 2 - Bright Communications Author Event
4-6 p.m. — McCall Collective Brewing & Restaurant — Ticket includes meal — Engage with local authors and enjoy storytelling over a delightful feast.
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