Good morning, Bethlehem.

Local communities in Bethlehem and across Lehigh Valley celebrated Juneteenth on Friday, Jun.

19 to mark the effective end of slavery in the U.S. Commemorative events allowed residents to reflect on the historical significance of this annual observance.

The 30-year Lehigh River Sojourn — launched in 2004 — unites thousands at Riverfront Park in paddling and exploration to showcase the river’s improved condition and community conservation efforts.

Erik Heckler of Wescosville will celebrate Father's Day with his wife and two children after receiving a life-changing second kidney transplant that has renewed his health — a gift of organ donation he credits for giving him renewed hope.

Northampton County seniors in Bethlehem Township held a family walk on Friday to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s disease (with a presentation on dementia added to the event).

A larger fundraiser is planned for September at the SteelStacks.

The Bethlehem Gateway development has received $1M in state funding from Gov. Shapiro’s Main Street Matters initiative — a part of a $17.2M statewide investment — and is now in the design phase for the mixed-income project on East Fourth Street, with construction set to begin in early 2027.

Iliza Shlesinger Live Comedy Show

8-11 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices range from $39 to $58 — Enjoy a night filled with laughter at Iliza's stand-up show.

Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band

7:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an evening of classic island tunes with the Coral Reefer Band.

Slap Dragon Concert

7:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Tickets available — Experience a high-energy performance by Slap Dragon in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Bethlehem Blueberry Festival Performance

2:30-4 p.m. — Burnside Plantation — Free entry — Enjoy a lively 90-minute duo set at the blueberry festival.