Good morning, Bethlehem.

Valley Youth House has received a $1M gift from Scott A.

Gray—a former Clincierge CEO and current board secretary—to support its Open Doors Endowment Campaign, which will expand housing, counseling, and life skills education for youth and families across Pennsylvania.

Wilson Borough police said a shot was fired Sunday at 5:25 p.m. on Ferry Street during an argument and are now seeking 39-year-old Algee Kendo Corne Macon—accused of felony firearm possession, fleeing police, reckless endangerment and multiple traffic offenses—after he fled in a black BMW SUV; no one was injured.

Local sister authors Ali and Sofie behind The Tales of Charlie Wags launched Buy a Book, Share an Adventure on June 6 when they donated 1,500 books to For Love & Buttercup—supporting children in hospitals and under-resourced schools.

The program, which began after the series launched in January, aims to bring the joy of reading and adventure to young audiences.

Rooted, a 75-minute documentary, will premiere at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 15 at Zoellner Arts Center and shows interviews with nearly 50 local arts figures who helped shape the city’s creative scene after Bethlehem Steel closed.

The film includes rare archival footage and community tree plantings as part of the Southside Film Festival — a tribute to Bethlehem’s artistic past.

Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts held its graduation ceremony Monday night at ArtQuest Center where family and friends celebrated the Class of 2025—marking a special milestone for the seniors.

A photographer captured key moments during the event as the community cheered on the graduates.

Bethlehem Area School District approved its final 2025-26 budget Monday night that raises the real estate tax rate by 4.3% to cover uncertain federal and state funding.

The board cut spending by eliminating professional and support positions while keeping classroom teachers and said it will review the budget when more funding details become clear.

Bethlehem's Environmental Advisory Council approved a survey to gather opinions from local restaurants & eateries on ways to reduce single-use plastics.

The survey, offered in English and Spanish, will be emailed from the Heath Bureau and will guide next steps to help food services transition from disposables.

A colony of purple martins is thriving at Minsi Lake in Northampton County where 129 of 144 specially built condos on towers are in use, making it the largest martin colony in the region.

County Parks & Recreation is asking local birders to help study the birds by reporting colored leg bands during upcoming banding sessions.

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.

Cars & Coffee

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — SteelStacks — Free entry — Experience the warmth of community and admire a stunning showcase of cars over coffee and breakfast.

Totally 80's Tour

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Relive the vibrant music of the 80's with performances by Big Country, Tommy Tutone, Gene Loves Jezebel, and Bow Wow Wow.

¡Sabor! Latin Festival

7-11 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free admission — Celebrate Latin heritage with vibrant music, delicious food, and family-friendly fun.

Zeppelin Reimagined

8-9 p.m. — Musikfest Café — $30-$40 — Experience a groundbreaking tribute to Led Zeppelin with innovative arrangements and a visual spectacle.

Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown-Bethlehem Airport — Cost varies — Create your own vibrant mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish treats.

Allentown Band Concert

8:30-10:00 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Allentown Band's patriotic music and solo performances.