Hellertown-Lower Saucon Taste Trail Returns September 27 with Food, Drink, and Community Fun

Posted On September 23, 2025 By lvwithlove In Community News /  

HELLERTOWN, PA — September 23, 2025 — The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce is preparing for a day of food, drinks, and local experiences as the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Taste Trail returns for its second year on Saturday, September 27. Sponsored by Jim Gardener State Farm, the one-day event brings together 16 local businesses for a passport-style tasting adventure through Saucon Valley.

Building on last year’s sold-out debut, the 2025 Taste Trail has expanded from 11 to 16 participating businesses, showcasing the strength and creativity of the local food, beverage, and wellness scene. From savory bites and refreshing drinks to unique wellness activities and community experiences, attendees will have the chance to sample and explore the best of what Hellertown and Lower Saucon have to offer.

Participating businesses include Lost Tavern Brewing, La Maya, B Social, Yiannis Taverna, Frey’s Better Foods, Nick and Noah’s, Drip Flavor Lab, DiMaio’s Pizza, Plaza Azteca, Saylor’s & Co., Braveheart Highland Pub, Taste of Italy, Cross Pizza, Vassi’s Drive In, Saucon Valley Bikes, Limon Authentic Turkish Kebap House, and Main Street Gym. Each stop will offer an exclusive sample, tasting, or activity, giving visitors a well-rounded taste of Saucon Valley culture.

“The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Taste Trail is one of the most engaging and delicious ways to showcase the incredible variety of businesses in our community,” said Jessica O’Donnell Gower, Executive Vice President of Affiliated Chambers for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. “We’re proud to see this event grow from 11 businesses last year to 16 and counting in 2025. It’s proof of the energy and passion of our small businesses, and it’s a celebration that brings neighbors, families, and friends together.”

Guests may begin the trail at any participating business, collecting stamps on their event passport. Those who complete a short post-event survey will be entered to win gift card prizes, and attendees will also be able to cast votes for their favorite stop along the trail. The business with the most votes will earn the 2026 People’s Favorite Award, a recognition celebrating community choice and local excellence.

Event Details

  • What: Hellertown-Lower Saucon Taste Trail

  • When: Saturday, September 27, 2025, beginning at 11:30 a.m.

  • Where: Participating businesses throughout Hellertown & Lower Saucon

  • Cost: $35 in advance, $40 day of

Passports are expected to sell out, following the overwhelming turnout at last year’s debut event. Community members are encouraged to secure tickets in advance to ensure a spot in this flavor-filled celebration.

The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Taste Trail is presented by the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, with support from presenting sponsor Jim Gardener State Farm.

For tickets and full event details, visit the official Taste of Hellertown Trail 2025 page or contact Caitlin Hamlin at caitlinh@lehighvalleychamber.org.

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Allentown Rotary Club Awards $7,500 Grant to Boys & Girls Club of Allentown

Posted On September 23, 2025 By lvwithlove In Community News /  

ALLENTOWN, PA / September 23, 2025: The Allentown Rotary Club has awarded a $7,500 grant to the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown, providing funding for new tables and chairs to enhance the organization’s youth programming spaces. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration marked the installation of the furniture.

The event was attended by five Rotarians, including longtime member Don, who has served with Rotary for more than 38 years and once participated in the Boys & Girls Club as a child. His presence underscored the connections between the two organizations and the lasting impact they have on generations of Allentown families.

Children enjoyed pizza, cake, and story time before helping cut the ribbon on the new furniture. For the young members, the gift represents more than just tables and chairs. It creates an improved environment for homework, group activities, and meals.

Rosaria, Assistant District Governor for Rotary, described the moment as a reflection of Rotary’s principle of “Service Above Self.” She noted the children’s excitement and explained that the furniture will strengthen the Boys & Girls Club’s ability to provide safe, welcoming, and functional spaces for learning and growth.

The Boys & Girls Club of Allentown serves hundreds of children every year through after-school and summer programming that promotes academic achievement, character development, and healthy lifestyles. Many of the youth rely on the club as a safe and supportive environment during critical out-of-school hours.

This grant continues the Rotary Club’s legacy of community service. Members of the Allentown Rotary Club participate in hands-on projects, charitable giving, and international initiatives, and the club remains part of a global network dedicated to addressing humanitarian challenges.

For Don, the grant represented a full-circle moment. From receiving support as a young Boys & Girls Club participant to giving back as a Rotary leader, his story illustrates the power of community organizations working together to foster resilience, opportunity, and leadership in the next generation.

About Boys & Girls Club of Allentown
The Boys & Girls Club of Allentown (BGCA) is a nonprofit serving approximately 2,000 youth from inner-city Allentown. bgcallentown.org Their mission is to enable young people, especially those who need it most, to reach their full potential as caring, responsible citizens. bgcallentown.org The Club operates multiple clubhouses including a Teen Center and offers programs in academics, character development, health, wellness, and recreation. bgcallentown.org+1

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The End Bookstore Expands with New Titles, Romantasy Celebration, and Community Spaces

Posted On September 23, 2025 By lvwithlove In Community News /  

The End Bookstore, a longtime community hub for readers in the Lehigh Valley, is unveiling its expanded design and layout on Tuesday, September 23 at 5 p.m. The renovation adds more than 1,000 new titles, fresh sections for trending genres, and new areas dedicated to families and young readers.

The independent bookstore, which has served readers for nearly 13 years, remains the only all-new, general interest bookstore in the region. Its expansion reflects both the resilience of indie bookstores nationwide and the surge in interest around genres such as romantasy, dark romance, fantasy, and horror.

To mark the occasion, The End will host a launch event for its new “Midnight Lair” section on September 23. The celebration includes appearances from a popular romantasy book blogger, themed swag, and exclusive promotions. The store has also lined up a series of author events, including an October 10 reading with science fiction luminary Martha Wells.

Beyond new genres, the bookstore is strengthening its role as a gathering space. Families can enjoy the redesigned “Let’s Play Books” area, which hosts weekly story times on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Readers can also explore curated audiobook picks through Libro.fm. Partnerships with local businesses will help fund books for children as part of the store’s Authors to Schools program.

Owner Kirsten Hess emphasized that adaptability is central to The End’s success. “We’ve been in business for almost 13 years, the only way to do that is by constantly changing. What does our community want? What does our community need? That’s our approach.”

The End Bookstore is a member of the American Booksellers Association and the New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association. As the indie bookselling landscape grows nationally, Hess remains candid about the challenges: “We are always about two months away from closing – every book purchase matters.”

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2025 Bizzy Awards Honor Monroe County Businesses at Camelback Resort

Posted On September 23, 2025 By lvwithlove In Community News /  

The Pocono Chamber of Commerce and George Roberts Productions hosted the 2025 Bizzy Awards: Casino Royale on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Camelback Resort in Tannersville. The event highlighted Monroe County businesses for their leadership, service, and impact on the community, featuring cocktails, live entertainment, dinner, and the awards ceremony.

2025 Bizzy Awards Winners

  • Best Social Media: YMI Insurance

  • Best Curbside Appeal: Kinsley’s ShopRite

  • Best Business Logo: The Gilded Prose

  • Best Non-Profit: Lehigh Valley Hospital Hospice House

  • Best Customer Service: Timbers Pub & Grill

  • Best Business Leader: Eileen and Trip Ruvane, Barley Creek Brewing Company

  • Best New Business: MMD Counseling

  • Best Small Business: Quantifi Media

  • Best Tiny, But Mighty Business: NEPA Business Technologies

  • Best Rockstar Employee: Jody Nearhoof, The Swiftwater

  • Best Overall Business: Northeast Site Contractors

How to Watch

A replay of the Bizzy Awards airs on Blue Ridge Cable TV13 on:

  • Saturday, September 20 at 7:00 PM

  • Sunday, September 21 at 10:00 PM

  • Monday, September 22 at 8:00 PM

The program is also available at BizzyAwards.com.

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Allentown Named National ‘Spotlight City’ for Public Workforce Innovation

Posted On September 22, 2025 By lvwithlove In Community News /  

Allentown has been recognized as a national leader in tackling public sector hiring challenges, earning the title of “Spotlight City” from Work for America. The honor makes Allentown only the second city in the country to receive this distinction, according to a release.

The partnership aims to bring mission-driven talent to City Hall, improve hiring systems, and position Allentown as a model for local governments nationwide. Mayor Matt Tuerk will also serve on Work for America’s inaugural advisory board.

“When I took office, one of our biggest challenges was building capacity in city government,” said Mayor Tuerk. “Strong teams are what allow us to deliver for our residents. That’s why I’m proud for Allentown to be a Spotlight City.”

Work for America first partnered with the City in late 2025 through Civic Match, a national platform connecting laid-off federal employees and other mission-driven professionals with state and local public service roles. Civic Match now helps more than 11,000 displaced workers connect to over 1,000 hiring managers across state and local governments nationwide.

As part of the Spotlight City initiative, Work for America will:

  • Host a workshop with city employees to co-create an Employee Value Proposition for Allentown’s future recruitment efforts

  • Support innovative, sustainable recruitment strategies tailored to the City’s most critical staffing needs

  • Lead a walking tour with Mayor Tuerk to showcase what living and working in Allentown has to offer

  • Add Mayor Tuerk to the Work for America national Advisory Board, helping shape public workforce policy at a broader scale

Allentown will be the second of three Spotlight Cities launched in 2025, as Work for America expands its initiative to strengthen local public sector teams and improve service delivery.

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artist Daniel Gwynn

Art for Justice Event at Moravian University to Feature Daniel Gwynn’s Story and Artwork

Posted On September 22, 2025 By lvwithlove In Community News /  

BETHLEHEM, PA, September 22, 2025 – Moravian University School of Theology, in partnership with Bethlehem Area Moravians, will host “Art for Justice” on Sept. 30, featuring Daniel Gwynn, whose powerful paintings chronicle his 30-year journey on Pennsylvania’s death row for a crime he did not commit.

The evening will include an art exhibit and reception at 5 p.m. in the Bahnson Center Lobby, followed by Gwynn’s presentation at 6 p.m. in the Bahnson Center Saal. The Bahnson Center is located at 60 West Locust Street, Bethlehem.

The event is in person and available to follow via Zoom. While all are welcome to attend, registration is encouraged for both in person and online attendees. The Zoom link and recording of the event will be provided for those who register at moravianseminary.edu

Convicted in 1994 at age 24 for an arson murder in West Philadelphia, Gwynn spent three decades maintaining his innocence while facing execution. In 2024, at age 54, he finally walked free as an exonerated man.

“Art became my lifeline,” Gwynn explains of his time in what he describes as being “trapped in a box where the days just tick away.” Throughout his incarceration on death row, painting served as both personal therapy and a means of preserving his humanity in the face of profound injustice.

Born and raised in Philadelphia by his maternal grandmother after experiencing parental abandonment, Gwynn’s early life was marked by the city’s crack cocaine epidemic, violence, and urban decay. Despite attending school regularly and singing in his church choir, the challenging environment would later intersect with a justice system that failed him.

Now working with Art for Justice (artforjustice.org), Gwynn dedicates himself to exposing systemic flaws in the criminal justice system and advocating for more humane approaches to justice and rehabilitation. Learn more about Gwynn at danielgwynn197.com

The Sept. 30 event will provide attendees with a rare opportunity to view Gwynn’s powerful artwork while hearing firsthand about his remarkable journey from death row to freedom, including time for questions and dialogue about art, justice, and redemption.

Art for Justice is an organization dedicated to addressing systemic problems within the criminal justice system through artistic expression and advocacy, promoting solutions that emphasize rehabilitation, humanity, and true justice.

ART FOR JUSTICE EVENT DETAILS

  • When: Tuesday evening, Sept. 30, 2025

  • Where: Bahnson Center, 60 West Locust Street, Bethlehem (artist talk also available on Zoom)

  • Exhibit and reception: 5 p.m. in the Bahnson Center Lobby

  • Artist talk: 6 p.m. in the Bahnson Center Saal

  • Register for this event

 

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Sigal Museum to Open “Read This! The History of Media in Northampton County”

Posted On September 22, 2025 By lvwithlove In Community News /  

The Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society will open a new exhibition, Read This! The History of Media in Northampton County, on September 25, 2025, at the Sigal Museum in Easton. The exhibition will remain on view through July 11, 2026.

Timed with the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Read This! examines the ways media has shaped public opinion and civic life for more than two centuries. Visitors will see how information traveled in the colonial era, how newspapers and pamphlets fueled revolutionary thought, and how modern technology continues to transform the way communities share ideas.

Highlights of the exhibition include a replica 18th-century printing press, rare newspapers and broadsides, and a special look at Easton’s July 8, 1776 public reading of the Declaration of Independence, one of the first in the nation. Later chapters feature original materials from World War II, including Nuremberg Trial broadcasts, as well as an exploration of digital media and misinformation, with a striking deepfake video of President Nixon about the moon landing.

The exhibition is part of the Lehigh Valley 250 initiative, a regional effort marking the nation’s semiquincentennial through museum exhibitions, programs, and cultural events.

An opening reception for NCHGS members will be held on September 25 from 4 to 7 p.m. Membership details are available on the museum’s website.

Exhibition Details
📍 Sigal Museum, 342 Northampton St., Easton, PA
📅 September 25, 2025 – July 11, 2026
🔗 Learn more at sigalmuseum.org

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How We Used AI and a Stolen Phillies Home Run Ball to Reach 7.4 Million People Organically

Posted On September 13, 2025 By lvwithlove In Blog /  1

We set out to see if AI could help us create something that felt more real than a meme. The idea landed right in front of us: the Phillies “Karen” who took a home run ball from a young fan. Silver wig. Glasses. Phillies hoodie. She already looked like a Spirit Halloween costume. So we made one.

Step 1: Use More Than Just Text Prompts

Most people type in a quick description and let AI do the rest. We wanted more control. Instead of just describing her, we gave Gemini multiple photos from different angles. That detail made the output sharper and far more believable.

Step 2: Get the Look Right

At first we tried using a Spirit Halloween template, but it locked us into a style that looked flat. We scrapped it and started again with just the photos. The result was exactly what we wanted: a bagged costume with wig, Phillies hoodie, ripped jeans, and glasses. From there we added our client’s logo, Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub, so the piece carried branding too.

OG post embedded below…

Step 3: Publish and Watch It Spread

We posted it, marked that AI was used, and the internet took over. The image raced across Facebook, X, Instagram, and Reddit. People added their own captions, made their own edits, and kept it moving until we couldn’t even track where it was anymore.

The Results

  • 7.4 million views on Facebook: Original Post Link

  • 376,000 engagements

  • Shared worldwide within days

  • Zero ad spend, all organic reach

Why It Worked

The viral spark wasn’t just the subject. It was how we used AI. Feeding it multiple angles and multiple photos gave us an image that looked real enough to make people pause. That pause made them laugh, share, and remix it.

The Takeaway

AI does not have to be complicated. With the right inputs and a cultural moment everyone recognizes, you can create something polished that people want to share. We set out to make something that would stand out and it worked.

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12-Foot-Tall Skeleton Crawl and Halloween Decoration Tour 2025

Posted On September 8, 2025 By lvwithlove In Blog /  3

Do you have a Halloween decoration or a 12-Foot-Tall Skeleton in the greater Lehigh Valley?

Want to add it to our public map?

Send us a photo or video and join in the 12-Foot-Tall Skeleton Crawl presented by Banko Beverage Co., a newish Lehigh Valley tradition!

Get your Bar / Restaurant on the Map and let people know where to stop in as they take the tour.

Thank you to our sponsors: Michael Bernadyn with RE/MAX | Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub | WDIY 88.1FM | Wind Creek Event Center

SUBMIT YOUR DECORATION HERE

VIEW THE MAP AT THIS LINK OR BELOW

** Submitting your address will allow us to place it on the public map for people to use to visit Halloween decorations throughout the Lehigh Valley. **
** Please don’t submit information for someone else; only your personal information. **

SHIRTS NOW AVAILABLE!

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Fest Friends 2025

Posted On July 27, 2025 By lvwithlove In Blog /  

Welcome, Fest Friend!

We love Musikfest because of you – the friends, the memories, the fun. Here’s your chance to be part of our Fest Friends project:

  • Get your name featured in our Grand Finale Musikfest video of 2025 on @lvwithlove social channels
  • Be one of 10 people to receive a free LVwithLOVE Pack, including our special Squonk sticker
  • Share a photo or video of you and your best friend for a chance to be featured in a community montage
  • Sign up to hear about future Lehigh Valley with Love event, projects, and partners

Fill out the form below, it only takes a minute, and you’ll help us celebrate the community that makes Musikfest so memorable.

Check out our Fest Friends Merch (IG STORY) at Learn about Pennsylvania’s own cryptid, The Squonk

Check out the YouTube Playlist

FEST FRIENDS ENTRY LINK

Thank you to our sponsors: Banko Beverage Company | Wind Creek Event Center | Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX | Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub | WDIY 88.1 FM | Hellertown Historical Society 

Fest Friends Tshirts / Charms / Stickers for sale at The Bethlum Shop Merch Tent at Match Platz

Follow @bethlum.shop and @lvwithlove

 

 

 

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WZZO Mullet Contest Coming to the Great Allentown Fair!

Posted On June 26, 2025 By lvwithlove In Blog /  

Lehigh Valley with Love is officially on the judging panel for the first ever WZZO Mullet Contest at the Great Allentown Fair.

It all goes down Saturday, August 30 at 7 PM at the Astound Broadband Farmerama Theater, hosted by Joel and Keith of 95.1 WZZO.

This is not a drill. We’re talking mullets of all shapes and sizes competing across three categories:
– Kid’s Cut (ages 9 and under)
– Teen Tails (ages 10 to 17)
– Adult Mullets (18 and up)

We’re taking our role seriously and even planning our own mullet-inspired haircut to stay on theme. When the hairstyle is this iconic, you have to commit.

The contest will be judged on mullet quality, creativity, and swagger. Prizes, bragging rights, and local fame are all up for grabs.

Deadline to enter is August 8.

Register HERE

 

See you at the Fair. Come prepared to let it flow.

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Bethlehem Area School District Wins Three 2025 NSPRA Awards for Communication Excellence

Posted On June 12, 2025 By lvwithlove In Award, Blog, Press Release /  

BETHLEHEM, PA, July 2025 — The Bethlehem Area School District (BASD) is proud to announce it has earned three national honors in the 2025 National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) Publications and Digital Media Excellence Awards.

The annual NSPRA awards celebrate outstanding work in educational communications, including print and digital publications, videos, social media, infographics, and more. Entries are judged by seasoned communication professionals from across the country.

BASD received the following awards:

  • Award of Excellence – Viewbook: LINK
    This is NSPRA’s highest honor in its category and highlights BASD’s efforts to visually and effectively showcase the district’s values, achievements, and opportunities to students, families, and the community.

  • Award of Merit – Video: Edgeboro’s 100th Anniversary: Media coverage
    Celebrating a century of the Edgeboro neighborhood in Bethlehem, this video project captured stories from residents, students, and alumni.

  • Honorable Mention – Video: Southside Greenway Mural Collaboration: VIDEO
    This video project documented the creative partnership behind the Southside Greenway mural, showcasing BASD student involvement and community collaboration.

“These awards are a testament to the creative energy and professional excellence of our communications team,” said Dr. Jack P. Silva, Superintendent of Schools. “We’re proud to share the stories that make our district, and our community, so special.”

A full list of 2025 winners can be found here: https://www.nspra.org/Awards/Award-Winners/Publications-and-Digital-Media-Excellence-Winners

About the Bethlehem Area School District
The Bethlehem Area School District is the 6th largest in Pennsylvania, serving nearly 14,000 culturally and economically diverse students across 22 community-based schools. The district spans the City of Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township, Hanover Township, Freemansburg, and Fountain Hill. Through partnerships with universities, businesses, and arts organizations, BASD provides rich academic and extracurricular experiences for all students.

 

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Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast Wins “Best Local Podcast” from Lehigh Valley Style Readers

Posted On April 19, 2025 By lvwithlove In Award, Blog /  

The Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast has been named Best Local Podcast by readers of Lehigh Valley Style in the publication’s 2025 “Best of the Lehigh Valley” awards — marking the podcast’s second win, with its first honor coming in 2020.

Launched in 2018, Lehigh Valley with Love has become a leading local podcast by doing what it does best — telling the stories of the Lehigh Valley’s people, places, and pulse. Whether it’s sitting down with community leaders, walking through neighborhoods and festivals, or simply chasing a good story with a camera in hand, the podcast continues to evolve as a trusted voice for the region.

“We try to tell the kinds of stories you don’t always hear elsewhere, or at least not in the same way.” said George Wacker, host and founder. “And over the past year especially, we’ve really leaned into getting out into the community, not just recording episodes, but filming them, walking with our guests, and showing people what the Lehigh Valley looks like right now. There’s so much out there.”

Deeper Dives with Off The Record

In 2024, the podcast introduced Off The Record, a subseries co-hosted by Northampton County Commissioner Jeff Warren. It brings a more serious tone to discussions around mental health, incarceration and reentry, and regional development — without losing the podcast’s grounded, conversational feel.

Episodes in the Off The Record series include:

Watch the full series on YouTube: Off The Record Playlist

Community, Culture & Visual Storytelling

In addition to audio interviews, many episodes now include full video walk-throughs — giving audiences a more immersive look at life across the region. From parks and food trucks to holiday drives and music festivals, recent episodes highlight the breadth and depth of the Lehigh Valley:

🎧 Watch or listen to the full archive:

Powered by the Community

The podcast’s continued growth and recognition wouldn’t be possible without its loyal audience, generous guests, and the support of local sponsors. A sincere thank-you to:

  • Lehigh Valley Health Network
  • WDIY
  • Wind Creek Event Center
  • Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate
  • Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub
  • Banko Beverage Company

Interested in being on the show, or becoming a sponsor?
📧 Email info@lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com
🌐 Visit www.lvwithlove.com

 

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Lehigh Valley Patio Palooza 2 presented by Banko Beverage Co.

Posted On April 14, 2025 By lvwithlove In Blog, Contest /  

UPDATE: The Results Are In!
After thousands of votes and support for dozens of local patios, the winners of Lehigh Valley Patio Palooza 2—presented by Banko Beverage Co.—have been announced!

🥇 1st Place: Foundation Tavern (Wescosville) — Back-to-back champion known for its huge deck, sunset views, live music, and unbeatable community vibe.

🥈 2nd Place: Pints & Pies (Bethlehem) — A year-round patio with palm trees, heaters, and a loyal crowd that loves its all-weather setup and welcoming energy.

🥉 3rd Place: The Wooden Match (Bethlehem) — A nationally recognized gastropub housed in a historic train station, with live music, cigars, and an iconic SouthSide presence.

🏅 4th Place: Wanderlust Beer Garden (Easton) — A globally-inspired outdoor space with yard games, eclectic decor, and a laid-back, fun-first atmosphere.

Scroll down to read more about the contest and how these patios earned their spots!

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Hey Lehigh Valley!

Your favorite spring tradition is BACK! We’re once again celebrating the amazing patios and outdoor dining spaces that make our local bars, restaurants, and beer gardens the place to be when the weather warms up.

Welcome to Lehigh Valley Patio Palooza 2 presented by Banko Beverage Co., where you help crown the Best Patio in the Lehigh Valley for 2025!

🗳️ How it works:

  • Vote for your favorite patio below! (or at this link: https://bit.ly/PatioPalooza2)
  • Don’t see your spot? Write it in!
  • Show love to the bars and restaurants that keep your spring and summer vibes going strong by using #PatioPalooza
  • You might even win free swag from Banko Beverage Co. and other great local sponsors!

🎉 What’s next?
We’ll throw a party at the winning patio in early summer—details coming soon! (Check out what we did last year here: https://lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/blog/patiopalooza)

🗓️ Voting runs from April 14 through May 31, 2025
📩 Questions? Email info@lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com

One vote per email address per day (duplicate entries will be removed)

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Bethlehem Area School District Wins Record 14 State Awards for Communications

Posted On April 8, 2025 By lvwithlove In Blog, Press Release /  

Bethlehem Area School District Wins Record 14 State Awards for Communications

This marks the most awards received by any school district in this year’s contest—as well as the most ever earned by Bethlehem Area School District in a single year.

BETHLEHEM, PA, April 2025 – The Bethlehem Area School District (BASD) is proud to announce it has received 14 awards at the annual Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association (PenSPRA) Symposium “Excellence in Education Communications” contest.

PenSPRA’s annual contest highlights exceptional work in school communications across Pennsylvania, recognizing and honoring projects that inform, inspire, and connect school communities.

BASD was recognized in a wide range of categories—spanning social media campaigns, video series, special publications, calendars, and the district’s Vision and Strategy Plan—during the 2024-2025 contest held at Penn State University in State College on March 20-21, 2025. The district earned two Awards of Excellence and multiple Awards of Merit and Honorable Mentions for its creative and effective communication efforts.

Awards of Excellence

Awards of Merit

Honorable Mentions

 

“Our team works hard to keep our families, staff, and community informed and engaged,” said Bethlehem Area School District Superintendent, Dr. Jack P. Silva. “These awards reflect the creativity, professionalism, and teamwork that drive our communications strategy.”

The full list of winners can be found at: https://penspra.com/contest-winners/

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About the Bethlehem Area School District

The Bethlehem Area School District is the 6th largest school district in Pennsylvania serving nearly 14,000 culturally and economically diverse students in 22 community-based schools. The district serves five municipalities: City of Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township, Hanover Township, Freemansburg, and Fountain Hill.  The district enjoys numerous community partnerships with universities, businesses, and arts providers that extend the schools’ rich curricular and co-curricular offerings.

 

About The Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association (PenSPRA)

Chartered in 1969, PenSPRA is an organization of school public relations professionals whose goal is to improve educational communication and support student achievement through systematic, proactive, and responsible public relations programs.

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