March 31

Upper Milford Historical Society meeting 7 p.m. at the Upper Milford municipal building, Old Zionsville. The program “War Stories in Their Own Words” will be presented by David Venditta. All veterans are invited to attend and share their own stories. Refreshments will be available and all are welcome. For more information, call 610-966-4376.

Luther Crest’s free public educational program on the benefits of continuing care retirement communities 2 and 7 p.m. The program will focus on the levels of care available in such a community, including independent living, personal care, memory care and skilled nursing, as well as dining options and amenities. The event will be held at Luther Crest, 800 Hausman Road.

April 2

Indoor yard sale 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Emmaus United Methodist Church, Ninth Street and Emaus Avenue, Allentown. For more information, call 610-797-1571.

Lehigh Valley Active Life free open house 1 to 4 p.m., 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. The memorial quilt exhibit “Threads of Love” also will be featured. The exhibit is part of national Donate Life Month. For information about Lehigh Valley Active Life call 610-437-3700. For information about “Threads of Love” call Susan Koomar at 267-421-7958 or email skoomar@donors1.org.

The Alburtis Lockridge Historical Society will hold an open house 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the museum, 407 Franklin St. Light refreshments will be served.

The Young Musicians of the Allentown Music Club will hold a recital 4 p.m. at Jacob’s Music, 2223 MacArthur Road, Whitehall. New members are welcome. The event is open to kids six to 18 who are currently studying with a private teacher and wish to showcase their talents on a musical instrument and/or voice. For more information, contact Allentown Music Club President Teja Kadewari at tkadewari@gmail.com or vicepresident Shaumik Phadke at piano.ssp@gmail.com

April 3

The Carbon Model Railroad Society will sponsor a spring train meet 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Palmerton Area High School gymnasium, 3533 Fireline Road. This is a model railroad, toy train and railroad sale for the serious and amateur railroad and model train collector. For more information, call 610-826-6636.

Spring opening of the Emmaus Farmers Market 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at National Penn Bank, 235 Chestnut St., Emmaus. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held 10 a.m. with many activities planned for children including face painting, music and more. For more information, visit www.emmausmarket.com.

Basket Bingo at Citizens’ Fire Co. No. 2 , 1017 Pennsylvania Ave., Emmaus. Doors open 1 p.m., bingo begins 2 p.m. Kitchen will be open to purchase food. Call 610-965-2097 for tickets. Event benefits Little League Baseball.

April 5

The Crazy Quilters Quilt Guild will meet 7 p.m. at the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 3461 Cedar Crest Blvd., Emmaus. The program on NY Beauty Quilts will be given by Linda J. Hahn. For information, visit crazyquilters.org.

April 7

The annual Write Stuff Writer’s Conference hosted by the Greater Lehigh Valley Writers Group will be held in Bethlehem through April 9. This three day conference offers a full-day workshop, half-day workshops and a day full of hour long sessions. There is much here to learn about the craft of writing and the business of writing. For more information and online registration, visit http://greaterlehighvalleywritersgroup.wildapricot.org.

Allentown AARP Chapter #5415 will meet noon at St. Timothy’s Church, 140 S. Ott St., Allentown. Speaker Donna Ondeck will provide a talk on therapy and nutrition information. Non-members and guests are welcome. Bring a non-perishable food item for the Allentown Food Bank. For more information, call 610-437-4265.

Meet neighbors at AARP Chapter #4150 (active 30 years) noon in the community room of the Lower Macungie Library building, 3450 Brookside Road. Meatball sandwich and coffee/tea provided for a small charge. Entertainment will be provided by singer Michael Evans, Guests are welcome. Call 610-285-4563 for more information.

April 9

Yoga fundraiser to benefit international refugees 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Unity of the Lehigh Valley, 26 N. Third St., Emmaus. There is a flat rate for one or all classes. All donations will go to Lutheran Children and Family Services to support their efforts to aid international refugees in the Lehigh Valley. Bring a yoga mat and/or props. Make checks payable to Lutheran Children & Family Services. For more information, call Karen at 610-392-4996 or visit www.lcfsinpa.org.

Ham and dandelion/endive dinner 4 to 7 p.m. at Old Zionsville UCC Church, 5981 Fountain Road, Old Zionsville. There is a charge. For more information, call 610-966-5115.

April 10

Dr. Kelly Kerney, executive director of the Center in Dementia Care for Phoebe Minstries, presents a seminar on dementia 11:15 a.m. at Hope United Church of Christ, 1031 Flexer Ave., Allentown. Kerney will discuss what dementia is and helpful ways to prevent it in addition to help for caregivers.

April 14

The importance of early childhood education presented by Tim Fallon, CEO of PBS 39 7 to 8 p.m. at The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 3461 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Light refreshments will be provided. The event is sponsored by the Emmaus Kiwanis Club. For more information, contact President Renee Wetherhold at RENEEX4@aol.com or call 610-967-3770.

April 15

Spring basket social at Emmanuel United Church of Christ, 1547 Chew St., Allentown. Doors open 5:30 p.m.; drawing begins 7 p.m. For more information or tickets, call Diane at 610-398-0258.

April 17

Susan Dietrich, LCSW, CMFSW, will present a relationships seminar at Hope United Church of Christ, 1031 Flexer Ave., Allentown. Dietrich is known for her work with children who have suffered trauma and abuse. She also works with adults who have traumatic backgrounds. There will be a luncheon buffet 11:15 to 11:45 a.m., and the seminar will be presented 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Breakfast at Lehigh Temple, 2120 Route 100, Macungie 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There is a charge. For more information, call 610-398-9845.

April 22

An art and gift basket auction to help feed the Lehigh Valley’s most vulnerable 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum, 432 Walnut St., Allentown. The entry fee includes small plates, beverages, live music and the silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Ecumenical Soup Kitchen of the Lehigh Conference of Churches. For more information, visit http://lehighchurches.org/art-auction or contact Sue at 610-435-5054 or wdhighet@rcn.com.

Penny party 6 p.m. at Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church of Eastern Salisbury Township, 1707 Church Road, Allentown. Doors open 5 p.m. For more information, call 610-797-6933.

April 24

Cash bingo at Macungie Memorial Park, 50 N. Poplar St., Macungie. Doors open noon, lunch will be available. Games begin 1 p.m. Bake sale and gift baskets raffle also available. Bingo is sponsored by the Friends of the Macungie Institute. For more information, call 610-966-7830.

May 1

Judith Stanczak, RN MSN, deputy administrator III, from the Lehigh County Office of Aging and Adult Services will present a seminar on dementia and depression 11:15 a.m. at Hope United Church of Christ, 1031 Flexer Ave., Allentown. Stanczak will discuss the difference between these two illnesses and local services available.

May 11

Mike McGrath, host of the radio show “You Bet Your Garden” will be featured 7 p.m. in a free program in the community room at Allentown Public Library, 1210 Hamilton St., Allentown. McGrath will offer gardening advice. For information, call 610-820-2400.

May 12

50 Shades of Red ladies night out and fundraiser 6-9 p.m. at Capital Blue, The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 2845 Center Valley Parkway, Center Valley. There is a cost for tickets. The event includes auction baskets, color consultations and a wine and chocolate bar and is in support of Chrissy Hixson’s campaign for man or women of the year of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. For information, visit the website chrissycares.org, email Chrissy.Hixson@capbluecross.com or call 610.820.2731.

May 14

The Jolly Tars will present a free concert 2 p.m. at the Allentown Public Library, 1210 Hamiton St., Allentown. The group performs the music of the sea including 19th century chanteys. For information, call 610-820-2400.

June 5

Kiwanis Club of Emmaus 43rd annual pancake festival 8 a.m. to noon at Emaus Fire Company #1, Sixth and Broad streets, Emmaus. Children under age 10 eat free at this all-you-can-eat breakfast. For tickets and further information, call 610-395-4818 or visit www.EmmausKiwanis.org.

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