Bethlehem
Today
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the final Tucker’s Toy Run — a 15-year fundraiser started by Rick Nauman — took place with about 1,000 motorcyclists riding and over 5,000 toys donated to pediatric patients at St. Luke’s. Over the years, the event raised roughly $550,000 and collected nearly 60,000 toys in honor of Nauman’s late friend Tucker Stuart. WFMZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem’s Hawk Music began in 1973 as a family hub for music education and instrument repairs—serving local school kids and musicians. After the Westgate Mall redevelopment in 2023 forced the store to close, local musician Jason Marish reopened it on Linden Street to preserve its community legacy. The Brown and White
- ➤ ArtsQuest announced the 33rd annual Christkindlmarkt, presented by Univest Financial, will open on Nov. 14 with many new features including an expanded Winter Wonderland — free Friday admittance, a new home for St. Nick, over 170 artisan booths, and more than a dozen food vendors. Guests will also enjoy holiday tastings, family craft areas, a glassblowing demo, and live music performances as the market runs until Dec. 21. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ At an Oct. 16 luncheon at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel, The Press newspapers won 18 Keystone Media Awards, and Bethlehem Press was named a Sweepstakes Winner for its work in 2024 + marking its 20th year and eighth win with editor George Taylor at the helm. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ Bethlehem-born artist Chelsea Southard explained that her sculpture Down the Line pays tribute to Bethlehem Steel's railway routes and represents the choices we make every day. The piece was unveiled Oct. 9 and is on view outside the historic 1863 Stock House through October—2026. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ At Lipkin Theatre in Bethlehem Township, Northampton Community College will present 'Walk On: An Evening of Songs & Stories' at 7 p.m. on Nov. 8 — featuring live music and storytelling led by Emmy Award-winning Julia Urich. On Nov. 1 — Lafayette College hosted the Isidore String Quartet at the Williams Center for the Arts, where they performed works by Haydn and Gabriella Smith that blended classical sound with modern elements. Bethlehem Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Lehigh, Vote For Equality and Project 26 Pennsylvania are hosting voter registration events to prepare for Pennsylvania's Nov. 4 retention election for state Supreme Court Justices Christine Donohue, David Wecht and Kevin M. Dougherty. The drives aim to boost turnout among students who may influence the judicial balance on the court—each registered vote is seen as key for future decisions. The Brown and White
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh Valley Hospital, part of Jefferson Health, received its sixth Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center on November 1—validating its high nursing standards and marking it as the only Magnet-designated hospital in the Lehigh Valley region. Bethlehem Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors reported strong housing activity in September — closed sales increased 3.7% to 589 and the median sales price rose 2.5% to $352,500 in Lehigh and Northampton counties. New listings went up 17% and pending sales climbed 7.1% while inventory fell to 806 homes for sale, showing buyers continue their interest as mortgage rates eased. Bethlehem Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Liberty High School football team defeated rival Freedom 26-14 in the District 11 Class 6A quarterfinals at Bethlehem Area School District Stadium — snapping a six-game losing streak to the Patriots. They will face top-seeded Easton at Cottingham Stadium at 7 p.m. Friday. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Lehigh football shut out Georgetown 41-0 this afternoon—extending their winning streak to nine games and recording their first shutout since 2009 with key plays from sophomore defensive back Mekhai Smith, who made seven tackles and recovered a fumble, and junior running back Luke Yoder, who rushed 62 yards and scored two touchdowns. Lehigh will host College of the Holy Cross on Nov. 8 at 12 p.m. The Brown and White
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Postmodern Jukebox Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience today’s pop hits reimagined in the classic styles of legendary musicians.
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The Snowbird Golf Tournament
Participation welcome — 3604 Farmersville Rd, Bethlehem, PA — Entry fee may apply — Hit the greens in the community's winter golf tournament.
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Damon Sumner Stand-Up Comedy Show
8-10 p.m. — Bethlehem Visitor Center at SteelStacks — $21 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Damon Sumner as he shares hilarious stories and observations from his life.
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Chiodos Concert
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Sands Casino And Hotel — Tickets from $81 — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Chiodos at the Wind Creek Event Center.
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Le Nozze di Figaro
4-5 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Experience the comedic and dramatic brilliance of Mozart's masterpiece through talented young artists.
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2025 Bethlehem Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Payrow Plaza — Free entry — Experience the magic of Christmas with twinkling lights, festive carols, and a chance to meet Santa.
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LKV November Open House
1-5 p.m. — Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum — $8 admission, children under 12 free — Immerse yourself in a vast model railroad display depicting the Lehigh Valley from the 1950s to 1970s.
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Follett Factory & Product Training
Dec 2-5 — Follett Products, LLC — Registration required — Experience the latest and safest ice products in this exclusive training session.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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