The Baum School of Art is celebrating 100 years in Allentown with The Baum Legacy

(Feat. image: Ann Yost Whitesell: Landscape painting by Ann Yost Whitesell featured in The Baum Legacy exhibition)

The Baum School of Art is celebrating 100 years in Allentown with The Baum Legacy: A Centennial Exhibition, a look at the artists, students and family members connected to founder Walter Emerson Baum.

Running September 17 through October 17, the exhibition features more than 100 pieces of artwork across the school’s three new galleries and explores Baum’s influence as both an artist and an educator.

The exhibition brings together work by Walter Baum alongside members of his family, former students and other artists whose work reflects his lasting impact.

The Liberty Bell Was Hidden in Allentown. Now There’s a Festival About It

Nearly 250 years ago, the bell that would become known as the Liberty Bell was hidden beneath the floorboards of Zion’s Reformed Church in what is now Downtown Allentown. It remained there for nearly nine months while British troops occupied Philadelphia.

On Saturday, September 19, 2026, Allentown will bring that history back into the streets with the inaugural Liberty Bell Festival.

Godfrey Daniels at 50: Summer Jubilee Events and Fall 2026 Concerts

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Godfrey Daniels is taking its 50th anniversary celebration across the Lehigh Valley this summer with special Jubilee events at Das Awkscht Fest and Musikfest, followed by a full schedule of live music in Bethlehem through December.

The Summer Jubilee Series continues a milestone year for the SouthSide Bethlehem listening room, which has welcomed artists and audiences to 7 E. Fourth Street since 1976. The anniversary celebration moves beyond the intimate BYOB venue for a July 31 showcase at Das Awkscht Fest and a full day of performances at Musikfest’s Liederplatz on August 9.

The upcoming schedule also includes an encore performance from Golden Jubilee headliners Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams, the annual Celtic Classic Preview Night, two-night residencies from Chris Smither and John Gorka, and a wide-ranging mix of folk, Americana, blues, roots music and singer-songwriters.

Godfrey Daniels Summer Jubilee Series

Friday, July 31, 4 to 7 p.m.

Godfrey Daniels at 50! Showcase at Das Awkscht Fest 26

Godfrey Daniels brings its 50th anniversary celebration to Das Awkscht Fest at Macungie Memorial Park with performances from the Izaak Atlas Schwartz Trio, Maria Woodford Trio and Jack Murray & The Blue Tarp Wranglers.

Das Awkscht Fest continues through August 2.

Event information: https://awkscht.com

Sunday, August 9, noon to 8 p.m.

Godfrey Daniels Day at Musikfest

Godfrey Daniels takes over Liederplatz for an afternoon and evening of live music during Musikfest 2026.

Performance schedule:

Noon to 1 p.m.
Rachel Marie

1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Lara Herscovitch

3 to 4:15 p.m.
Heather Aubrey Lloyd

4:45 to 6 p.m.
Jack Murray and the Blue Tarp Wranglers

6:30 to 8 p.m.
Professor Louie + The Crowmatix

Godfrey Daniels Day will also include the drawing for the venue’s annual Martin Guitar Raffle. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20 and may be purchased online through August 8 or at the Godfrey Daniels booth in Liederplatz.

Musikfest information: https://www.artsquest.org/musikfest

Martin Guitar Raffle tickets: https://square.link/u/eNTBogUb

Fall 2026 at Godfrey Daniels

Unless otherwise noted, performances take place at Godfrey Daniels, 7 E. Fourth Street in SouthSide Bethlehem.

September 2026

Friday, September 11, 7 p.m.
Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams
Special encore performance with Andy Stack on bass
50th Anniversary Series Live at the Charles A. Brown Ice House
Advance: $51.05 | Day of show: $56.24
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/larry-campbell-and-teresa-williams-icehouse-september-11-2026

Saturday, September 12, 8 p.m.
Ordinary Elephant
With guest Sam Lewis
Advance: $26.63 | Day of show: $31.82
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/ordinary-elephant-september-12-2026

Friday, September 18, 8 p.m.
Iain Matthews & No Grey Faith
The Songs of British Folk-Rock Singer Sandy Denny
Advance: $33.90 | Day of show: $39.10
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/iain-matthews-and-no-grey-faith-sandy-denny-tribute-september-18-2026

Saturday, September 19, 8 p.m.
Kieran Kane & Rayna Gellert
Advance: $30.78 | Day of show: $35.98
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/kieran-kane-and-rayna-gellert-september-19-2026

Thursday, September 24, 7 p.m.
Glengarry Bhoys
Annual Celtic Classic Preview Night Party
Low ticket alert
Advance: $27.67 | Day of show: $32.86
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/glengarry-bhoys-september-24-2026

October 2026

Friday, October 9, 7:30 p.m.
Ellis Paul
With guest Shanna in a Dress
Advance: $35.98 | Day of show: $41.17
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/ellis-paul-october-9-2026

Saturday, October 10, 8 p.m.
Amelia White & Linda McRae, “The Tennessee Twisters”
Advance: $26.63 | Day of show: $31.82
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/amelia-white-and-linda-mcrae-the-tennessee-twisters-october-10-2026

Saturday, October 17, 8 p.m.
Antje Duvekot & Robby Hecht
Advance: $35.98 | Day of show: $41.17
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/antje-duvekot-and-robby-hecht-co-bill-october-17-2026

Sunday, October 18, 2 p.m. matinee
The Kennedys
Celebrating their new album, Smoketree
Advance: $30.78 | Day of show: $35.98
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/the-kennedys-october-18-2026

Friday, October 23, 8 p.m.
Jenna Nicholls & Chris Kasper
Advance: $27.67 | Day of show: $32.86
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/jenna-nicholls-and-chris-kasper-cobill-october-23-2026

Saturday, October 24, 8 p.m.
Anne Hills
Advance: $27.67 | Day of show: $32.86
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/anne-hills-october-24-2026

Friday, October 30, 8 p.m.
Peter Karp Band
Advance: $27.67 | Day of show: $32.86
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/peter-karp-october-30-2026

Saturday, October 31, 8 p.m.
The Keystone Breakers
Advance: $26.63 | Day of show: $31.82
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/the-keystone-breakers-october-31-2026

November 2026

Sunday, November 8, 4 p.m. matinee
Goodnight Moonshine
Featuring Molly Venter and Eben Pariser
Advance: $26.63 | Day of show: $31.82
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/goodnight-moonshine-november-8-2026

Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21, 8 p.m.
Chris Smither
Two-night residency
Advance: $46.37 | Day of show: $51.56

Friday ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/chris-smither-november-20-2026

Saturday ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/chris-smither-november-21-2026

Sunday, November 22, 7 p.m.
Chuck Brodsky
Advance: $26.63 | Day of show: $31.82
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/chuck-brodsky-november-22-2026

December 2026

Wednesday, December 2 and Thursday, December 3, 7 p.m.
John Gorka in December
Two-night residency
Advance: $41.17 | Day of show: $46.37

Wednesday ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/john-gorka-december-2-2026

Thursday ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/john-gorka-december-3-2026

Friday, December 4, 8 p.m.
Joe Jencks
Advance: $26.63 | Day of show: $31.82
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/joe-jencks-december-4-2026

From festival showcases and anniversary concerts to intimate songwriter performances and two-night residencies, the Summer Jubilee Series and fall schedule continue a yearlong celebration of Godfrey Daniels’ first 50 years in Bethlehem.

More information: https://godfreydaniels.org/


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Lehigh Valley with Love Media Starts New Fund to Help More Kids Attend Art Camp

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Lehigh Valley with Love Media is starting a new fund to help more kids in the Lehigh Valley attend art camp.

The fund is launching through a new partnership with Touchstone Theatre in South Bethlehem, beginning with a $1,000 contribution from Lehigh Valley with Love Media to support students with demonstrated financial need for Touchstone’s Camp Touchstone program.

Godfrey Daniels Announces Upcoming 2026 Shows During Its 50th Anniversary Season (VIDEOS)

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Godfrey Daniels, the Lehigh Valley’s original live music listening room, is celebrating its 50th anniversary season with a packed schedule of performances in SouthSide Bethlehem. Located at 7 E. Fourth Street, the nonprofit venue has long been known for its intimate atmosphere, where audiences come to listen closely and artists can connect directly with the room.

Coach Dotty Vazquez Shares Powerful Memoir ‘They Turned a Blind Eye’

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For years, Coach Dotty Vazquez carried a story she never imagined sharing publicly.

Today, the Lehigh Valley author, life coach, entrepreneur, and advocate is sharing it in They Turned a Blind Eye, a memoir that explores childhood trauma, addiction, homelessness, healing, and ultimately, hope.

But as Vazquez makes clear, this isn’t a book about remaining trapped by the past.

Michael Palladino’s “Ashland” Exhibit Comes to Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery

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Mixed media artist Michael Palladino will present work from his “Ashland” series at the Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery from July 1 through August 10, 2026.

The exhibit features a pairing of photographic aerial views of desert landscapes with monochromatic carved wooden counterparts. Through vivid geometric imagery and textured, charcoal-toned panels, the series explores the relationship between human intervention, cultivated land, and environmental degradation.

Biking THE LINK Trail Network in the Lehigh Valley: Video Guide for Lehigh Valley Riders

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Getting out on a bike should feel exciting, not intimidating. That is the idea behind a new video series created by the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor in partnership with CAT–Coalition for Appropriate Transportation, with production support from Lehigh Valley with Love Media, to help more residents and visitors feel comfortable exploring THE LINK Trail Network.