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.
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.
Godfrey Daniels is keeping the music flowing through fall with an eclectic October and November lineup that spans folk, jazz, blues, Americana, and a lot in between.
From Grammy winners like Jim Lauderdale and David Cullen to local favorites such as Tavern Tan, Maria Woodford, and Roi & The Secret People, the 50th anniversary season brings something for every kind of listener.
Whether you’re drawn to storytelling songwriters, foot-tapping blues, or finely tuned harmonies, there’s no better place to experience it than Bethlehem’s legendary listening room.
If you’ve never been to one go hear what you’ve been missing.
The Mom Market is back for its Autumn Edition on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bethlehem Rose Garden (1001 W Union Blvd).
This family-friendly market will feature local makers, artisans, wellness vendors, and delicious food, alongside a full day of free community activities.
The Lehigh Valley IronPigs once again rolled up their sleeves to give back to the community, renovating the North Bethlehem Little League field at Heimple Park. The project continues the team’s annual tradition of supporting youth baseball by improving local facilities across the Lehigh Valley.
According to Aaron Weisberg, the IronPigs’ Manager of Community Relations, the initiative has been a yearly effort since 2008. “Each year we choose a Little League field that needs significant renovations and see how our resources can help,” Weisberg said. “We want to make sure these fields can continue to thrive long after we’re gone.”
The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Business Council will present the 100th ATHENA Award at its annual ceremony on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 11 a.m. at ArtsQuest in Bethlehem. The event will honor two exceptional women and one organization for their leadership, mentorship, and community impact.
The IceHouse in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is set to host a high-energy Punk & DIY showcase on Thursday, October 16, featuring performances by Toxiq Chameleon, Humilitarian, and Bren.
The multi-Grammy and Emmy Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir will bring its acclaimed Peace concert to Baker Hall at Lehigh University’s Zoellner Arts Center on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. The performance celebrates resilience, faith, and unity through an inspiring blend of South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals, and beloved classics.
The Boys & Girls Club of Bethlehem will host its annual Steak & Burger Dinner on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Wind Creek Bethlehem. The evening begins with a cocktail hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and a program at 6:30 p.m., celebrating 95 years of service to local youth.
ArtsQuest’s Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas will launch its fall Cinema Film Studies series on October 18, offering audiences an in-depth look at how storytelling evolves across genres, history and media. Hosted at the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, the series brings together professors, filmmakers and editors for interactive lectures and workshops.
Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites will open “Working Hands: Supplying a Revolution” on Oct. 3 at the 1869 Luckenbach Mill, 459 Old York Road in Bethlehem, Pa. The exhibition examines how the Moravian community balanced pacifist beliefs with mounting pressure to support patriot forces during the American Revolution.
At Lehigh Valley with Love, we love a good deep dive—especially when it involves something as iconic (and sugary) as Peeps! These fluffy marshmallow treats, made right here in Bethlehem, PA, have taken their brand way beyond the Easter basket with some of the wildest collaborations we’ve ever seen.
From Hello Kitty to Pepsi, Oreos to nail polish, Peeps has managed to hop into some truly unexpected places. Some of these collabs make perfect sense (Peeps-flavored coffee creamer? Sure!), while others left us absolutely shocked (Cauliflower Peeps?! Thankfully, that one was an April Fool’s joke).
In our latest Peeps Collab Deep Dive, we break down: 🐥 The strangest Peeps products we could find
🎨 Limited-edition Peeps fashion, beauty, and accessories
🏃♂️ The official Peeps 5K (because why not?)
🏨 And even a Peeps-themed hotel room right here in the Lehigh Valley
Brownie Troop 8795 in Bethlehem, PA, is kicking off cookie season with creativity, energy, and a love for all things scouting!
Why They Love Scouting
When we visited Troop 8795, the scouts shared what they love most about being a Brownie. From making new friends to learning exciting skills and going on adventures, these girls are building memories that will last a lifetime.
Crazy Cookie Ideas
We couldn’t resist asking them about their dream cookie flavors, and their ideas were as creative as they were delicious! From pizza-flavored cookies to rainbow-sprinkle explosions, Troop 8795 showed us their fun side with plenty of cookie-inspired imagination.
How to Support Troop 8795
You can make this cookie season unforgettable by supporting these local scouts! Here’s how:
Every cookie purchase helps scouts like those in Troop 8795 continue to grow, learn, and dream big. Whether you’re craving Thin Mints, Tagalongs, or Samoas, you’ll be supporting an amazing cause with each bite!
Order today, and don’t miss out on the sweetest way to support local scouts!
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to celebrate an incredible year for the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast. This year, we reached an extraordinary milestone: 2.7 million hits across all of our episodes, showcasing the power of community storytelling and local connections.
With 47 episodes in 2025, we’ve shared countless stories that celebrate the heart of the Lehigh Valley and beyond. From exclusive celebrity interviews like Tony Danza, to exploring local landmarks such as The Sayre Mansion and The Dery House, to diving into community-focused initiatives like New Bethany Ministries’ Turkey Drive and Festival Unbound, our podcast covered an incredible breadth of topics this year.
Thanks to your support, we connected with people from all walks of life, sharing the stories that make the Lehigh Valley truly special.
Be sure to visit www.lvwithlove.com for updates throughout 2025!
We’re proud of every episode we released this year, but here are a few that truly stood out:
These episodes, among many others, exemplify the diversity and richness of stories we’re privileged to share with our listeners. Your engagement—from sharing episodes to leaving comments—helped make this possible.
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Our achievements this year wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our amazing partners:
Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us bring these stories to life.
For more updates, episodes, and ways to connect with us, visit our website: www.lvwithlove.com.
We’re already planning for an even bigger and better year ahead, and we want YOU to be part of it! Whether you have a story to share, a business to spotlight, or an idea for collaboration, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out this form to get involved: https://forms.gle/3AXv59fdXrVirXke9.
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Stay tuned for more incredible stories in 2025, and thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to another amazing year of connecting, sharing, and loving the Lehigh Valley!
