Good morning, Bethlehem.

Whoodle Works Studio, a family-run creative party studio owned by sisters Claudia Rodriguez and Sandra Catenaro, will open Saturday, Sept.

27 at Palmer Park Mall in Palmer Township—offering public and private parties, workshops, and DIY art projects for children and adults. The updated space formerly housed Mom and Pop's General Store and promises a new venue for creative fun.

Lehigh University students use formal advising to plan their classes yet many reach out to mentors—such as alumni, coaches, and local professionals—for personal guidance that helps them tackle exam stress and career decisions.

Lehigh students lead a range of fitness classes at Taylor Gym where they balance coursework and teaching methods learned online.

They prepare by curating music playlists and choreographing workouts to keep their peers engaged — a role that builds their leadership and strengthens community ties.

Bethlehem Area Vo-Tech campus and satellite school improvements will begin next year and be funded by attending districts—Liberty HS will get a new scoreboard as Liberty Athletic Club reimburses $30,000 per year over seven years.

District officials expressed concern over a deadlocked state budget that raises questions about charter school expenses and nurse contracts—officials plan to address funding issues as details are finalized.

On Monday night, the Bethlehem Area School District board cut charter school funding by 30% because of a nearly $30 million gap from a delayed state budget.

The unanimous vote will improve cash flow by about $1 million a month — although it will not cover the full loss, schools like Lehigh Valley Academy continue to monitor the situation.

Community members gathered today at Lamberton Hall for the 'Shattering Silence: Suicide Awareness and Healing in Communities of Color' event where licensed counselors and university officials talked about mental health issues and shared ways to care for one another—speakers R.

Samantha Williams, Angel Reyes, and Cornelia Sewell-Allen offered personal stories and self-care advice.

On Tuesday morning, Michelle Zenie from the Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley joined 69 News at Sunrise with the Schneider family to share how the foundation helped during a challenging time with their child Kylie.

The guests urged viewers to support local families facing pediatric cancer.

Madison McCartney, a senior for Lehigh University volleyball, led her team with 22 blocks and an all-tournament team finish at the Steel Classic Tournament on Sept.

12-13 — a strong performance that highlighted her leadership despite the removal of captain titles. Coach Shawn McLaughlin said the change reduced pressure on all players — fostering shared responsibility that raised the team’s overall effort.

Celtic Classic Festival

12:30 PM – 1:30 AM — 305 Conestoga St, Bethlehem, PA — Free to attend — Experience a vibrant celebration of Celtic culture with music, competitions, and activities for all ages.

Bethlehem Oktoberfest 2025

4-11 p.m. — New Street Pub — Ticket required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with a bar crawl featuring beer, food, and live music at multiple venues.

Dan Tepfer – Inventions/Reinventions Dinner Concert & Fundraiser

Evening — Time TBD — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Ticketed event — Experience a journey through Bach’s works infused with modern improvisation by pianist Dan Tepfer.

aGirl & aGuy Band Performance at Oktoberfest

3-4 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Entry info unavailable — Enjoy lively music under the beer tent at Oktoberfest.

Pepperwine Concert

3-4 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Cost not specified — Enjoy the melodic sounds of Pepperwine and immerse yourself in a remarkable music experience.

Hairball Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $44 — Experience an electrifying night of live music with Hairball.

Mark Morris Dance Group Performance

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant creativity of the Mark Morris Dance Group, focusing on community, access, and diversity.

Kathleen Edwards Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Musikfest Café — Tickets available — Experience Kathleen Edwards as she performs her holiday hit 'It's Christmastime (Let's Just Survive)'.

Cheap Trick Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Last-minute tickets available — Enjoy a night with the legendary rock band Cheap Trick in a cozy venue.

Bachman Turner Overdrive Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with classic rock legends Bachman Turner Overdrive in Bethlehem.