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Celtic Classic Returns to Bethlehem for 24th Year

September 19, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
Celtic Classic Festival

There are many highly anticipated annual events that take place in the Lehigh Valley, with quite a few of them happening in Bethlehem.  The annual Celtic Classic Festival is no exception, returning to Bethlehem for its 24th year, bringing with it entertainment, food, music, fun, dancing, and of course Celtic culture!  Celtic Classic Festival takes place September 23, 24, and 25, and includes highlights such as highland dancing, pipe bands, highland competitions, a fiddle competition, and so much … [Read more...]

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Fall Home Maintenance Checklist: Home Ownership Tips

September 9, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
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The fall season presents the perfect setting to prepare your home for the colder months to come, with the not too hot days, cool breezes, and not to mention the outdoor scenery.  There are many home maintenance items that should be addressed in order to make sure your home is running as efficiently as possible in terms of energy consumption, heating, and overall preparation for the upcoming winter. Fall Home Maintenance Checklist 1. Clean carpets: Because summer is a time for outdoor fun, … [Read more...]

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Emmaus Hosts Farewell to Summer Festival ~ A New Event

September 6, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
Emmaus Farewell to Summer Festival

The signs of summer drawing to a close are in full swing now with the kids back in school, shorter days, and cooler nights, but that doesn't mean the fun is over yet!  Emmaus Main Street Partners will be hosting a brand new event this Saturday, September 10th, beginning at 10am, called the Farewell to Summer Festival.  This is the perfect family friendly event to prove that summer's not over yet, with highlights including live music by "Groovy Tube", sidewalk sales, apple pie, hot dog and … [Read more...]

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The 2011 Great Allentown Fair: A Highly Anticipated Annual Event

August 26, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
Allentown Fair

The Great Allentown Fair is back for 2011, bringing with it the highly anticipated fun and excitement only this fair can bring!  From music, concerts, food, and games to rides, events, animals, and the old time favorite dunk tank, the Great Allentown Fair is one of those can't miss Lehigh Valley events.  People from all over the region flock to the Allentown Fair Grounds each and every year to take part in all this fair has to offer. The fair begins August 30 and continues through September … [Read more...]

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Most Popular Places to Hike Near the Lehigh Valley

August 22, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
Hiking

The number of places to hike, bike, walk, or just enjoy what being outdoors has to offer is endless in and around the Lehigh Valley.  Many memories have been created and set in stone with pictures of the breathtaking scenery, sunsets, as well as friends and family from any of these hiking places.  Whether you enjoy a relaxing walk along trails full of things to see or an exhilarating hike along jutting rocks and cliffs, there is something for the adventurer in all of us. The Appalachian … [Read more...]

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Excitement Awaits at Lehigh Valley’s Whitewater Rafting Weekend

August 15, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
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Providing fun and excitement comes natural to Whitewater Rafting Adventures, located just a short drive from the historic town of Jim Thorpe in the Pocono Mountains.  One of their highly anticipated Whitewater Rafting Weekends is just around the corner, on August 20-21, 2011 from 8am to 8pm each day.  Enjoy a wet and wild weekend of paddling through the breathtaking scenery of the Lehigh Gorge State Park.  This 13 mile Whitewater trip with over 18 Class II and III rapids will have you hanging … [Read more...]

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Fun Summer Events in the Lehigh Valley

August 5, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
Summer Events

Summer isn't over yet even though stores and families are already gearing up for 'back to school'!  There is never a shortage of things to do in the Lehigh Valley and the upcoming weeks of summer are no exception.  With events and activities that are perfect for just one or the entire family, make the most of the remainder of the warm weather and outdoor events. Das Awkscht Fescht is back for its 48th year, returning to Macungie Memorial Park for three fun-filled days from August 5 - 7.  … [Read more...]

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Join Crystal Cave for a 140th Birthday Celebration

July 15, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
Crystal Cave

Crystal Cave is known as Pennsylvania's greatest natural wonder, and it's no surprise why if you've ever been there!  With all there is to amaze your eyes and delight your curiosity, Crystal Cave is proudly celebrating 140 years of being one of the regions must see attractions.  Only 35 minutes from the Lehigh Valley, families and tourists from across the area continue to flock to Crystal Cave to wander through caves filled with crystals, stalagmites and tites, natural rock formations, and so … [Read more...]

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Healthy Summer Grilling

July 11, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
Grilling

All across the Lehigh Valley, homeowners, renters, family, friends, and neighbors are giving their grills a heavy duty workout, barbecuing everything from steaks, burgers, hot dogs, veggies, kabobs, fish, and so much more.  During all of that fun and food, have you stopped to think about the health factors of grilling?  There are better ways than other's to make sure you are providing the healthiest and safest grilled food, while making sure the taste is not left behind! What many people may … [Read more...]

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Food, Games, and Fun at the Northampton Community Days Fair

July 5, 2011 By Admin Leave a Comment
Northampton Fair

There is never a shortage of fun things to do with the entire family in the Lehigh Valley!  Just two days after a fun-filled 4th of July weekend, Northampton borough will be starting their 31st Annual Community Days Fair, located at the Northampton Municipal Park Complex, at Laubach Avenue and Smith Lane.  From Wednesday, July 6 through Saturday, July 9, adults and children alike can expect to enjoy music, contests, amusement rides, food, crafts, sport events, FIREWORKS, and so much more, making … [Read more...]

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