Bethlehem
Today
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brady Robert Vaclavik runs his vintage pop-up shop BRVintage at the family’s Deja Brew Coffeehouse on the South Side where a red shopping cart—found on Route 378 in August—is now used to display $5 vintage clothing for everyone in the community, a mission inspired by his early thrift finds in 2023. His family helps run the shop when he is at college and he plans to grow the business after graduation. The Brown and White
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Melvins performed at Musikfest Cafe on Oct. 2, playing a fast set of sludge metal and experimental rock in just over an hour. The band energized local fans with intense guitar work by Roger 'Buzz' Osborne—showcasing four decades of heavy music in a memorable night. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ At Becky's Drive In in Walnutport, a Taylor Swift album release party was held Friday night with showings at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.—and a freehand mural by Margot Deppe honoring founders Alice and William Beck was unveiled at the concession stand—marking the drive in’s long history. WFMZ
- ➤ Oktoberfest returns to ArtsQuest in Bethlehem from October 3 to 5 and from October 10 to 12; the festival will feature food, live music, artisan booths, and dachshund races—bringing German traditions and fun competition to the community. WFMZ
- ➤ A new exhibit called Working Hands: Supplying a Revolution is now open at the 1869 Luckenbach Mill on Old York Road in Bethlehem and features 18th century artifacts and tools used by local Moravians during the American Revolution. It has free admission every Friday through Sunday until next October. WFMZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Manufacturing in the Lehigh Valley drives the local economy as over 700 facilities produced $9 billion in output and saw job growth of 28.8% since 2010—this sector now accounts for 16% of a balanced $55.7 billion GDP. Global brands and local firms together highlight the region’s diverse manufacturing might during National Manufacturing Month. Lehigh Valley Economic Development
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh acting professor Jessica Dean uses her theater career to help students find their voices and develop their own style. She was named the Theodore U. Horger Artist-in-Residence for 2024-25 — a title that shows her creative work and strong bond with the college community. The Brown and White
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Northampton County is offering ballot drop-off boxes at seven locations from Oct 3 for county voters — including Bethlehem City Hall — with hours posted for each site and no security checks required; voters must submit mail-in ballots by Oct 28 as the election is set for Nov 4. WFMZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 2, Freedom High School shut out Bethlehem Catholic for its tenth consecutive win, and the Patriots improved their season record to 4-3 with their third straight victory. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Lehigh men’s wrestling team hired Vincenzo Joseph as its youngest assistant coach — the two-time NCAA champion from Penn State will guide young wrestlers to improve their skills as the team prepares for tougher competitions later this season. The Brown and White
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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