The holiday season kicks off with one of Bethlehem’s favorite traditions: the 23rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Walk, returning Saturday, Nov. 29, at 9 a.m. Presented by Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s, the event draws hundreds of runners, joggers, walkers, and families to the city’s Historic District in support of Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites.
Dressed in Arctic-themed Halloween costumes, student and community activists rallied in Bethlehem to press Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation to oppose oil and gas development in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Organizers said more than a thousand Pennsylvanians have taken action this fall by signing petitions, writing letters, and calling lawmakers. They encouraged more residents to join.
SURV Restaurant in Easton is hosting a community networking event with Battle Borne, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans and first responders through mental health initiatives and peer mentorship.
The Roxy is about to get weird in the best possible way.
From November 6 to 9, the Open World Animation Festival returns for its second year, transforming Northampton’s Historic Roxy Theatre into a four-day showcase of imagination. With more than 150 films from 36 countries, it’s a global celebration of creativity that swings from family nostalgia to full-on surrealism.
The Easton Farmers’ Market at Scott Park, located at 130 Larry Holmes Drive, Easton, PA, will host a community food drive on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with the collection tent set up near the Larry Holmes statue.
Bethlehem is ushering in the holiday season with Walnut Week, a community-wide celebration marking the grand opening of the new Walnut Street Garage in downtown Bethlehem. From November 17–21, the city will host a series of events highlighting accessibility, connection, and the festive spirit that defines the Christmas City.
The Bangor Slaters Cheer program will host its annual Bingo & Tricky Tray fundraiser on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Bangor Elks, located at 120 Broadway, Bangor, PA 18013. Doors open at 4:30 PM, and Bingo begins at 6:00 PM.
Proteor Print, a Lehigh Valley-based company specializing in 3D printing for prosthetics, is teaming up with Mariia Yelizarova of One World Strong to raise funds for the Unbroken Foundation in Ukraine. The initiative seeks to donate up to five 3D printers to Unbroken, a rehabilitation center helping veterans, civilians, and children affected by the ongoing war regain mobility and independence.
Community Music School – Lehigh Valley & Berks (CMS) has been awarded a $15,000 capacity-building grant through the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation’s CORE Fellowship to support the 2025–2026 Allentown School District Community Music Scholarship Program.
The grant will make it possible for eligible Allentown School District students to enroll in free group music classes at CMS. Current offerings include Modern Band, Kindermusik, Intro to Piano, and Intro to Music Production. The initiative aims to increase access to music education for local students while fostering creativity, collaboration, and confidence.
The East Penn Chamber of Commerce is preparing to welcome the community to one of its most popular fall traditions. The annual Falling for Flavors Tasting Event, presented in partnership with Barry Isett & Associates, will take place on Wednesday, October 29, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Barry Isett & Associates’ headquarters in Allentown.
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation has opened a new 4,700-square-foot outpatient physician practice at Promenade Saucon Valley in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Located at 2845 Center Valley Parkway, Suite 450, across from Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital, the facility serves as the new home of Good Shepherd’s Physician Group.
Spend this weekend with the arts at Lehigh University’s Zoellner Arts Center, where two powerful performances promise to fill Baker Hall with music and emotion. On Friday, October 24, Lehigh University Choral Arts presents Into the Darkness, a moving exploration of mystery and reflection through choral music.
Then, on Sunday, October 26, the world-renowned Philharmonia Orchestra, led by Marin Alsop, takes the stage for an afternoon of orchestral brilliance.
Get ready for a day of chrome, classics, and community. Unity Bank will host its annual Charity Classic Car Show on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the bank’s headquarters, 64 Old Highway 22, Clinton, NJ. The event is free for spectators and open to all ages.
If you’ve ever wanted to experience the Lehigh Valley in its full autumn glory, the St. Luke’s D&L RaceFest is the way to do it. The D&L Trail winds through wooded paths, river views, and historic towns that turn brilliant shades of gold and red in early November. It’s one of those courses where the scenery almost makes you forget you’re racing. Almost.
