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 give 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, 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 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.

Emmaus High School Mini-THON is looking for participants to stand for 12 hours to show cancer it will not win. Students and members of the public are welcome to participate. For a small charge, participants will receive a bracelet, unlimited food for the full 12 hours and be able to participate in games like cake walk, giant twister, bowling, miniature golf and more. There are activities for the full 12 hours. Families will be in attendance to share stories of their children battling cancer. Everyone is invited to enjoy the day, support students and help conquer pediatric cancer. For more information, email bas6180@ptd.net.

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 13

Lehigh Valley Beekeepers Association will meet 7 p.m. at Lehigh Carbon Community College’s Rothrock Library, 4750 Orchard Road, Schnecksville. “Queen Rearing” will be presented. The public is invited to attend; no admission charge. For more information, visit www.Lehighvalleybeekeepers.org or call 610-298-3254.

April 14

The importance of early childhood education presented by Tim Fallon, CEO of PBS39 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 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 16

Purse bingo to benefit the Emmaus High School Afterball. Doors open 12:30 p.m. with a 1:30 p.m. start. Held in the EHS cafeteria.

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 19

The Lehigh Valley Chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen will meet 7:30 p.m. at the Macungie Institute, 510 E Main St, Macungie. The topic is PA German Folklore - Powwow. The meeting is free to the public. For more information, call 215-260-1133 or visit www.lvcraftsguild.org.

The Emmaus Lioness Lions Club will hold its annual basket party at Faith Church, 6528 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown. Doors open 4 p.m.; drawing starts 7 p.m. There is an admission charge. Food available for purchase. Information and tickets are available at the Emmaus Jewel Shop, 338 Main St., Emmaus or by calling 610-967-3561.

April 20

Alburtis Area 55+ seniors meet noon at the Church of the Good Shepherd. Pot luck lunch plus bingo. Many bus trips throughout the year. For more information, call 610-966-4996.

April 21

GFWC PA Woman’s Club of Emmaus will hold a card party 11:30 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church Parish Hall, Fifth and Chestnut streets, Emmaus. A light lunch will be served. There is a cost and the event is open to the public. For reservations for pinochle, call Ruth at 484-634-2468 or Sandy at 610-395-5434.

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.

April 25

GFWC PA Woman’s Club of Emmaus will hold its monthly meeting 7 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Fifth and Chestnut streets, Emmaus. The program will be “A Tale to Share” by storyteller Kathy Long. New members are always welcome.

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 to 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 woman 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.

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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.