July 13

Senior Activities for Growth and Enrichment noon to 2 p.m. at Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, led by Trisha Baker. This is an interactive program for mental and physical stimulation and growth for seniors. Activities include word puzzles, trivia, board games, mild chair exercises and other activities to enrich the mind, body and spirit. Call for fees at 610-437-3700. Also July 27.

Arts and crafts group 9 to 11 a.m. at Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, led by Trisha Baker. Enjoy working with your hands and keeping those finger nimble. Sign up early as this class fills up fast. Call for fees at 610-437-3700. Also July 21, 22, 25 and 27.

July 15

The Ben Event at Macungie Memorial Park. Event includes Ben’s Block Party, a 5K fun walk and kids dash, special athletics including softball and swim meet, breakfast in the park and cruise night. Also July 16. For more information, visit heyIknowyou.org.

July 18

Vacation Bible School at Horizon Church, 2613 W. South St., Allentown. Children age five to fifth grade are invited to the Horizon Royal Palace 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. through July 22 for a week filled with movies, music, games, crafts and snacks. The week will conclude with a Royal Palace Closing Ceremony July 22 for family and friends. There is no charge to attend. Register at www.horizonconnect.org or call 610-433-3555.

July 19

Lower Macungie Library welcomes Linda Kenyon as she presents the one woman show “The Greatest Ever: Babe Didrikson Zaharias’ Story,” by Maribeth Theroux. This event starts 6 p.m. at the library, 3450 Brookside Road, Macungie. Attendees will learn about the woman who redefined how female athletes, and women in general, were expected to act. For more information, contact the library at 610-966-6864 or visit www.lowermaclib.org. Advance registration is requested.

July 20

Alburtis Area 55+ seniors meet noon at Alburtis Rod and Gun Club. Pot luck luncheon (hot dogs provided) plus bingo. Many bus trips. For more information, call 610-966-4996.

July 21

A free informational session on adoption and child foster care will be held 6 p.m. at Diakon Adoption & Foster Care, located on the campus of The Lutheran Home at Topton, One S. Home Ave., Topton. People interested in attending the session are asked to call 888-582-2230 or 610-682-1504 to register.

July 23

Grace Lutheran Church free community fair and open house, 28 W. Main St., Macungie, noon to 3 p.m. For more information, call 610-392-7041.

July 25

Vacation Bible School at Zion Lehigh Lutheran Church, 8269 Spring Creek Road, Alburtis, 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. VBS through July 28. Closing rally 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 31. For more information, email churchoffice@zionlehigh.org or call 610-395-1215.

July 27

“Understanding Medicare” workshop 6 p.m. at Lower Macungie Library, 3450 Brookside Road, Macungie. Register in advance by calling 610-966-6864 or visit the website www.lowermaclib.org.

July 28

Upper Milford Historical Society annual picnic 6 p.m. at Jasper Park. If raining, picnic will be at the township building. All are welcome. Bring a covered dish and a “show and tell” item to share. For more information, call 610-966-4376.

July 30

Let’s Play Books! is calling all wizards, witches and muggles to the Forbidden Forest (Wildlands Conservancy’s Pool Wildlife Sanctuary) for a special book release event for “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two.” Doors open 10 p.m.; book unboxing 12:01 a.m. A ticket is required. For more information, visit www.letsplaybooks.com.

MS Rubber Ducky Derby 2 to 6 p.m. at Camp Olympic Park, 3120 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Emmaus. Contact Lynette for tickets or additional information by calling 484-358-5789 or email lheminitz@aol.com.

Aug. 1

Mercy Golf Classic at Brookside Country Club. All proceeds benefit students. For more information, contact Tom Harper at 610-797-8242, ext. 14 or tharper@mercyspeciallearning.org. Visit www.mercyclassic2016.com to sign up to play or sponsor the 27th annual event.

Aug. 6

The Lehigh Valley Chapter of Executive Women International will hold its fourth annual golf outing at Putt-U in Center Valley. Funds raised will benefit the chapter’s ASIST scholarship. The event starts with registration, coffee and pastries 8 to 9 a.m. Tee time is 9 a.m. There is a fee per golfer or for a team of four. For information, contact laura.basara@flsmidth.com or wendy.lee @flsmidth.com.

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