Following the directives established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to limit public gatherings, several of the following meetings / activities might be changed, canceled, streamed or online. Check websites and social media as available.

Community news

ARTSQUEST GUIDELINES: ArtsQuest has a number of best practices and procedures based on guidelines from the CDC, City of Bethlehem and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Visit artsquest.org/safety to view current health and safety guidelines.

BETHLEHEM PALETTE CLUB: Members’ Juried Exhibition of Bethlehem Palette Club members’ art work from Jan. 5 to Feb. 13, 2022. A closing reception will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 13. The Bethlehem City Hall Rotunda Gallery, located at 10 E. Churc St.; is open to the public weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed weekends and holidays. Club membership is open to artists and those interested in the arts. Visit www.bethlehempaletteclub.org

4-H SEEDLING SALE: The Northampton County 4-H program is once again sponsoring the annual seedling tree and fruit tree sale. The sale benefits the 4-H youth in the county and supports various programs throughout the year, including camps, fairs, trips, the annual achievement banquet and other club activities. For order forms call or email the Penn State Extension - Northampton County Office. Deadline: Feb. 1, 2022.

NEW NIHM EXHIBIT: A new exhibit focusing on Bethlehem’s General Superintendent and Chief Engineer John Fritz is now on display at the National Museum of Industrial History. The Works of a Mechanical Genius: The Legacy of John Fritz explores the life and legacy of an innovative ironmaster who has been touted as founder of the American Steel Industry, alongside names like Andrew Carnegie. Fritz built and oversaw the operations at the Bethlehem Iron Company from 1860-1893. The Bethlehem Iron Works is described in engineering journals of the day as, “one of the most famous enterprises in the world - the Mecca of engineer-pilgrims from abroad and the pride and pattern of American practice.”

The exhibit marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of industrial pioneer and mechanical genius John Fritz. The display closes in October 2022. National Museum of Industrial History. 602 E. Second St. Visit http://nmih.org/virtualmuseum; call 610-694-6644 for schedules. NMIH museum is open. For hours and dates, timed ticket purchases, information about mask requirements, social distancing protocols and more, visit https://www.nmih.org/visit/admission-hours-and-directions/

Wednesday, December 29

Adult Bible study, 11 a.m. Women’s Ministries, ages 14 and older 1 p.m. Salvation Army, 521 Pembroke Road. Call 610-867-4681 for details.

Thursday, December 30

PeepsFest, 3 to 6 p.m., entirely outdoors; tickets (limited amount) required. Levitt Pavilion, SteelStacks. Face coverings are recommended. ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety for the latest updates

Family Fun Run/Walk (cost). Live music, entertainment, PEEPS® sampling stations. Chick Drop: 5:30 p.m. and fireworks.

Friday, December 31

PeepsFest, 3 to 6 p.m., entirely outdoors; tickets (limited amount) required. Levitt Pavilion, SteelStacks. Face coverings are recommended. Music and entertainment. Chick Drop: 5:30 p.m. and fireworks. ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety for the latest updates.

Sunday, January 2

10th annual El Dia de los Reyes (Three Kings Day), 3 to 6 p.m., Blast Furnace Room, ArtsQuest Center. Free and open to the public. Face coverings will be required for all attendees regardless of age and vaccination status. Live music: Los Pleneros de USA and Herencia Jibara. English and Spanish reading of “The Three Kings” by La MEGA Radio hosts; Einstein the Snow Camel; food for purchase from Holy Infancy Catholic Church. Visit artsquest.org/safety for the latest updates. For other information, visit steelstacks.org

Tuesday, January 4

Civil War Roundtable, Eastern Pennsylvania, Lehigh Brigade. “Judah Benjamin and Grant’s Order #11”, presented by Rich Rosenthal. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Center 100 Hotel, (formerly the Holiday Inn), 7735 Adrianne Drive, Breinigsville. Call 610-253-4549, email Duffysocwk@aol.com or visit www.cwrteasternpa.org. For zoom meetings, information and registration, visit www.cwrteasternpa.org/calendar-1

Bridge players, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Salvation Army, 521 Pembroke Road. Call 610-867-4681 for details.

The Bethlehem Press calendar listings are to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of printing. We are not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of information submitted by external parties.