Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
Bethlehem received $1.45M in state funds for a new family emergency shelter—ICE agents arrested 17 workers yesterday amid immigration enforcement concerns.
A new eatery, Bethlehem Barrel & Drafthouse, is set to open soon offering elevated pub fare and specialty drinks.
Moravian University’s student-run investment club won first place in the Core Portfolio Competition at the Quinnipiac G.A.M.E.
Forum in New York City — posting a 44% year-to-date growth that beat clubs from Harvard, Yale and MIT. The team now plans to share its strategies with youth groups and lower socioeconomic areas to help build long-term wealth.
Bethlehem Barrel and Drafthouse will open this summer on the lower level of the outlets in the space that once served as the temporary hotel lobby during Wind Creek Bethlehem’s expansion.
Aramark Sports & Entertainment will run the restaurant that will serve state-based whiskeys, local craft beers and specialty menu items near the entrance.
The Pennsylvania House passed a bill to end the Sunday hunting ban with a vote of 131 to 72 and sent it to the Senate for review; if approved, the bill will allow the Game Commission to set hunting dates during the upcoming legislative session (it is identical to the Senate bill introduced by Sen. Dan Laughlin).
Bethlehem has received $1.45 million from state funds to convert a South Bethlehem apartment building into an 11-unit emergency family shelter with private living spaces.
City officials said the funding fills a gap noted in May, allowing design and repair work to begin soon at the West Packer Avenue property donated by a nonprofit — rehabilitation is expected to take about a year.
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.
The Wallflowers Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for price — Enjoy a dynamic night of rock and pop music with The Wallflowers.
Terry Fator Live
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for price — Enjoy a night of comedy and entertainment with the talented Terry Fator.
200th Anniversary Car, Truck, and Bike Show
1-5 p.m. — Hanoverville Road House — $20 Pre-Registration — Celebrate automotive history with trophies, dash plaques, and door prizes.
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