Bethlehem
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Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bethlehem Area Public Library will hold its final 2025 book sale in its Main Branch (11 W. Church Street) where holiday books, DVDs, and CDs will be available. The sale runs from December 3rd from noon to 8 p.m. and December 6th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and most credit and debit cards will be accepted. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ By Dec. 15, the homeless encampment by Hill-to-Hill bridge will close due to health and safety concerns and its residents will be moved, putting pressure on Bethlehem’s Emergency Shelter. The shelter (with 70 beds available from Nov. 1 through April 30) expects to be full within the next month as both longtime and newly unhoused people seek help. The Brown and White
- ➤ Bethlehem non-profit Coalition for Appropriate Transportation will give away 110 refurbished bikes to local children this Christmas; volunteers will work 4 to 5 hours on each bike as part of a six-year program—one bike will be reserved for 6-year-old Naomi. WFMZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Halal Hilarity, a Muslim clean comedy show, will be held on November 29th at 7 p.m. in the Fowler Blast Furnace Room at SteelStacks in Bethlehem—headlined by local Lehigh Valley native Usman Habib and featuring Omar Regan and Delaware state rep Madinah Wilson-Anton—using humor to break down stereotypes. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ Emmy Award-winning comedian John Mulaney will perform his stand-up tour John Mulaney: Mister Whatever at the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza during Musikfest, with a show scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2026. Ticket access begins Tuesday for ArtsQuest Members (and Friday, November 21 for the general public) as detailed in a news release. WFMZ
- ➤ Weird Al Yankovic will headline Musikfest on Aug. 4 as part of his Bigger & Weirder Tour at the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza in Bethlehem — he will perform with special guest Puddles Pity Party — after ArtsQuest announced tickets are available to members now and for general sale starting Nov. 21. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Jeff Foxworthy, known for his redneck catchphrase, will perform at 7:30 p.m. April 9 at Easton’s State Theatre—tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21 at the theatre’s box office and website. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ John Mulaney, a former Saturday Night Live writer, will headline Musikfest's main Steel Stage on Aug. 1 at 7 p.m.—tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at the ArtsQuest Center on Founders Way. He is the third headliner announced for the festival's 43rd year. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Comedian Daniel Tosh will perform at the Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem on June 14, 2026 as part of his upcoming tour—tickets are on presale today with additional presales before the general on-sale on November 21 at 10 a.m. WFMZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Visiting professor Kasey Diserens Morgan brings her fieldwork experience from digs in Mexico to Lehigh’s archaeology program, where she teaches ethics and collaboration in three courses—she plans to return to Tihosuco annually for community-based projects. The Brown and White
- ➤ Bethlehem Area SD announced half days on Nov 24 and 25 with dismissals at 11 a.m. for high school, 11:30 a.m. for middle school, and noon for elementary, and will close schools Nov 26 to Dec 1—while also marking November as Native American Heritage Month. The district also scheduled holiday shopping at James Buchanan ES on Nov 22 from 1 to 4 p.m., recognized Freedom HS seniors at its Oct 20 board meeting, and featured the East Hills Band in the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Parade as well as FHSTC's production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown on Nov 21, 22, and 23. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ A Lehigh student recalls her mother's legacy as she moved onto campus and began shaping her own life in Bethlehem. She joined the sports section of The Brown and White and a sorority to build new friendships — honoring the memories of her mother's college days while forging her own path. The Brown and White
- ➤ Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation led a multi-state effort to share best practices for middle school career exploration after a national study named Pennsylvania the top state for early career readiness. The coalition, including leaders from Pennsylvania, Arizona, Arkansas, Kentucky and Washington, will develop new plans and pilot programming next year—aiming to expand practical learning opportunities for students. Lehigh Valley Economic Development
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Junior setter Abby Felkai reached 1,000 assists at Lehigh and her team praised her steady leadership (she thanked her coaches and teammates for their support). She said her focus on teamwork and constant improvement helped her get ready for next challenges as she aims for a conference championship. The Brown and White
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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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Free Dental, Vision, and Medical Services
6 a.m. — Northeast Middle School — Free services — Access essential health services including dental, vision, and medical care at no cost.
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JOHNNYSWIM Concert
7-9 p.m. — Musikfest Café — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of Johnnyswim as they celebrate their new album 'When The War Is Over'!
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Miracle on 34th Street Musical
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $49.50 — Experience the magic of a heartfelt Christmas musical based on the beloved film.
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Miracle on 34th Street: The Musical
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets $49.50 to $129.50 — Experience the heartwarming tale of belief and magic in the holiday classic.
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