Little Pond Arts Retreat in Nazareth will open its space to the public for three performances of Erika Batdorf’s Poetic License on Thursday, April 30, Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, with each show beginning at 7 p.m. at the retreat center, 92 South Penn Dixie Rd.
On Friday, April 11, Sara Austin will host Cookie Quest for Kids’ Cancer, a ticketed scavenger hunt and cookie party designed to raise money for childhood cancer research. Participants will follow clues, visit local landmarks using their own transportation, and finish the event at the Forks Fire Station for a cookie party, raffle, and prizes for the top finishers.
Vermont singer-songwriter Henry Jamison is headed to Bethlehem for a special backyard performance at The Slop Sink on Saturday, April 11. Joining him for the night are William H. Travis, Felt Rite, and special guest John Morgan Kimock, who will sit in with Travis. Music starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $25.
The Southern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce is bringing back Southern Lehigh Restaurant Week, running from Sunday, April 12 through Saturday, April 18, 2026.
The Lehigh Valley Knife Show is carving out another weekend in Easton on April 11 and 12, 2026, bringing collectors, makers, and outdoor enthusiasts together for a celebration of craftsmanship, community, and a shared appreciation for the blade.
The Chopper Foundation is hosting its 2nd Annual Chow Line on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Wooden Match, 61 W. Lehigh Street in Bethlehem.
The event will offer free pet food for the community and free vaccinations for pets in need, while supplies last, rain or shine.
Tumble Tail Farms in Coopersburg is launching a new program called Barnyard Buddies, a six-week session designed to help children ages 4 to 12 build social and emotional skills in a farm setting. Led by owner Gail Hunsberger, a trained therapist specializing in the social aspects of human-animal interaction, the program focuses on managing emotions, easing anxiety, improving communication, and increasing sensory awareness.
The Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (DLNHC), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified firms to develop a new strategic plan for the Lehigh Valley Greenways Conservation Landscape.
Bethlehem’s SouthSide Arts District has released its full 2026 event calendar, with a mix of returning favorites and community events running from early spring through December.
Who’s taking home this year’s DUFFY?
The DeSales University Film Festival (DUFF) will take place Saturday, March 28, featuring a slate of original films produced by students in the university’s TV/Film program.
Tape Swap Radio is bringing back the Lehigh Valley Punk Rock Flea Market to the Charles A. Brown Ice House in Bethlehem on Saturday, April 18, 2026, with a full day of vendors, music, and community activities. The free event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for shopping, followed by live music from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Black Canvas Poetry is set to bring a night of live spoken word to Bethlehem with the Black Canvas Poetry Invitational Slam on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event will be held at The Ice House, 56 River St, Bethlehem, PA.
The Lehigh Valley Book Festival has announced its full 2026 program lineup, bringing four days of author talks, book signings, family activities, and special events to venues across the region from Thursday, March 26 through Sunday, March 29.
Godfrey Daniels will kick off its 50th Anniversary Series Live at the IceHouse with Bakithi Kumalo & The South African All-Stars on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Charles A. Brown IceHouse in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Nazareth Area Restaurant Week is back from Sunday, March 22 through Saturday, March 28, 2026, giving diners a full week to explore special menus, deals, and promotions from restaurants and food businesses across Nazareth and nearby communities. The event is hosted by the Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce and is designed to spotlight the area’s local dining scene while encouraging residents and visitors to support small businesses.
