GREAT DECISIONS SERIES: The 2023 lecture series runs 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 and March 6, 13, 20 and 27 at Kirkland Village Retirement Community, 1 Kirkland Village Circle. For topics and tickets, visit ywcabethlehem.org/homepage/what-we-do/specialevents/great-decisions-lecture-series/. Sessions are subject to change without prior notice – check the website for notifications

CELTIC GENEALOGY LECTURE: Celtic Cultural Alliance (CCA) announces a genealogy workshop, as part of its continuing mission to promote and preserve the Celtic culture through arts, music, dance and history programs. ‘Researching Your Celtic Ancestors’ will be presented Feb. 10 by Joe Hunter. The speaker will discuss the research plan, records, strategy, and unique opportunity that the inclusion of DNA analysis and social networking plays in locating those distant connections. Seating is limited. Find tickets and more information at: celticfest.org or contact us at: info@celticfest.org

GEORGE TAYLOR HOUSE: Unravel History’s Mysteries at George Taylor House! Step into 1775 for an immersive Murder Mystery at the historic George Taylor House in Catasauqua for this unique fundraising event! Date and time: Feb. 10, for one of three time slots: Noon, 2 or 4 p.m. Exclusive Wine & Chocolate Pairing with Sleepy Cat Urban Winery is Included. Solve the Mystery, Savor the Experience. Join us for a captivating journey, where you become the detective in this historical whodunit. Interact with intriguing characters, follow clues and reveal the secrets of the past. Tickets can be purchased online through EventBrite. The link can be found on website, georgetaylorhouse.org, and our socials. Presented by George Taylor House Association.

ABOUT MR. IMAGINATION: Dr. Norman Girardot, an expert in outsider art and a close friend of Mr. Imagination, will delve into the extraordinary life and work of Gregory Warmack (1948-2012), known professionally as Mr. Imagination. An outsider artist, Mr. Imagination was celebrated for his unique and creative use of industrial sandstone, bottle caps and found objects in his sculptures, reflecting his vibrant originality and the spiritual influence of his ancestors. This event, particularly significant during Black History Month, offers a chance to explore the contributions of a remarkable African American artist to the local and global art scene. Dr. Girardot’s presentation promises to be a captivating journey through the life and imagination of a truly innovative artist. This special event, titled, “Imagining Mr. Imagination: Artistic Friend of Bethlehem and the Universe,” will take place Feb. 17, at 1:30 p.m.

NCC HUMANITIES PROGRAM: Chuck D., musician, artist, activist and frontman for the group Public Enemy, will be the keynote speaker of Northampton Community College’s annual Humanities Program for academic year 2024. The first in-person keynote for the program since the start of the pandemic, the live event will take place April 16 at 7 p.m. The event is free and is open to the public. To reserve tickets, visit: northampton.edu/chuckd

Wednesday, Feb. 7

Great Decisions Lecture series: Mideast Realignment. The United States and Middle East are at a crossroads. Kirkland Village Retirement Community, 1 Kirkland Village Circle. Sessions are subject to change without prior notice- check the website for notifications. Visit local.aarp.org/event/great-decisions-lecture-series-2024-02-7-bethlehem-pa.html

World War II lectures: War Movies. Instructor: Dr. Charles Bonos. Cost. 2 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Traditions of Hanover reservation deadline for Feb. 14 Valentine’s Day dance. 2-3 p.m. with Tommy Zito. Call Megan at 610-492-7077. 5300 Northgate Dr.

Thursday, Feb. 8

Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra, 9 a.m. Conductor Ron DeGrandis. 9 to 10:30 a.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Current Events Informal Discussion Group: Moderator: David M. Bell. World, national, state and local topics. Free. 2 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Friday, Feb. 9

Elm Street Jazz Workshop rehearsals, 9 a.m. Director: Allan Meyerson. Free to members. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information or visit lvactivelife.org/

Life Sharing Discussion Group. 1 to 3 p.m. Begins with a question chosen by the group and ends with even more questions. Free to members. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Net A Duck: Explore, swim, hunt and net a rubber duck. Valentine treats. Cost for nonmembers. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. BTCC indoor pool, 2900 Farmersville Road. Call 610-332-1900; visit www. bethlehemtownship.org

Saturdays, February 10 and Feb. 17

Chocolate Trail: Passports for chocolate sampling, maps, sampling bags, prizes. Vote to pick the chocolate champion. Noon to 5 p.m. Downtown Bethlehem, Main and Broad strets. Visit visithistoricbethlehem.com/event/chocolate-trail/2024-02-10/

Saturday, February 10

Chinese New Year. Ages four to eight, special celebration in China and other countries around the world. Storytime: 11 a.m. Crafts and treats throughout the day. Coolidge branch, BAPL. 2740 Fifth St. Call 484-892-6267 or visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/celebrate-chinese-and-lunar-new-year-10549

The Magic of Matilda. The Broughal MS cast and stage crew and their upcoming production of Matilda Jr. Listen to a short reading and experience the magic of Matilda through a variety of hands-on STEM activities that use circuits. No registration needed. 2 to 3 p.m. Bethlehem Area Public Library, 11 E. Church St. (main). Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/magic-matilda-presented-broughal-middle-school-10150

Be Mine family dance, 6 to 8 p.m. Children must be accompanied by a paying guardian. BTCC, 2900 Farmersville Road. Call 610-332-1900; visit bethlehemtownship.org

Early Moravian Love, Lust and Marriage adults only tour. 3 p.m. Historic Bethlehem. Information, reservations: call 1 -800-360 -tour or visit historicbethlehem.org

Sunday, Feb. 11

Valentine’s Day Family Workshop, Valentine crafts, 4 to 6 p.m. Two persons per project. Instructors (live humans!) provided. Register (and choose your project) at www.arworkshop.com/ (there is a cost). 2910 Easton Ave., call (610) 810-2720; For this workshop: lehighvalley@arworkshop.com

Monday, Feb. 12

Pour Your Heart Out (10 years old and up only) poured canvas painting. Create two hearts with colors of one’s choice. Wear old clothes. No experience necessary. Cost. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Children must be accompanied by a paying guardian. BTCC, 2900 Farmersville Rd. Call 610-332-1900; visit bethlehemtownship.org

Tuesday, Feb. 13

Charter Arts 2024 Black Excellence show, produced by the Charter Arts Black Student Union, 7 to 9 p.m. Black Excellence Exhibit 2024: privately owned ink drawings by Alvin Booth alongside work by Mr. Imagination. Corpora Gallery- Third Street. entrance. Charter Arts school, 321 E. Third St. Other times and dates by appointment; call 610-868-2971, ext. 3185. VisitCharterArts.org for events and information.

Textured heart painting, 5x5 canvas using paint mixed with wet tissue paper to create the texture. Choose your own colors. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Adults. Bethlehem Area Public Library, 11 E. Church St. (main). Must register; visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/textured-heart-painting-9624

Wednesday, Feb. 14

Traditions of Hanover reservation deadline for Feb. 14 Valentine’s Day Dance. 2-3 p.m. with Tommy Zito. Call Megan at 610-492-7077. 5300 Northgate Dr.

PAZA (Lakota term), Tree of Life- A New Horizon. Indigenous rhythms, sounds and dance. Meet and greet, 6 p.m. Performance: 7:30 p.m. Tickets sold at door. Ice House, 56 River St. Information: visit www.pazatree.org/

Saturday Night dances: 7 to 10 p.m. “KATO.” Cost per person includes light refreshments. Singles and couples welcome. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W Elm St. Allentown. Call 610-437-3700.

Sunday, Feb. 11

Moravian Historical Society Sit-n-Stitch. Free demonstrations in honor of Stitch by Stitch: Celebrating 45 years of the Lehigh Valley Embroiderers’ Guild. 1 to 4 p.m. 214 E. Center St., Nazareth. Information: www.moravianhistory.org/

Tuesday, Feb. 13

Charter Arts 2024 Black Excellence show, produced by the Charter Arts Black Student Union, 7 to 9 p.m. Black Excellence Exhibit 2024: privately owned ink drawings by Alvin Booth alongside work by Mr. Imagination. Corpora Gallery- Third St. entrance. Charter Arts school, 321 E. Third St. Other times and dates by appointment; call 610-868-2971, ext. 3185. Visit www.CharterArts.org for events and information.

Good Vibrations Chorus, 9:30 a.m. Director: Nancy Shumaker. Join or just listen.

Song Writing, 11 a.m. Conductor Stephen Cee. Bring your poems, lyrics and musical talents. Free to members. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit https://lvactivelife.org/

Wednesday, Feb. 14

Great Decisions Lecture series: Climate Technology and Competition. Kirkland Village Retirement Community, 1 Kirkland Village Circle. Sessions are subject to change without prior notice- check the website for notifications. Visit https://local.aarp.org/event/great-decisions-lecture-series-2024-02-7-bethlehem-pa.html

Traditions of Hanover reservation deadline for Feb. 14 Valentine’s Day Dance. 2-3 p.m. with Tommy Zito. Call Megan at 610-492-7077. 5300 Northgate Dr.

Thursday, Feb. 15

Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra, 9 a.m. Conductor Ron DeGrandis. 9 to 10:30 a.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit https://lvactivelife.org/

Current Events Informal Discussion Group: Moderator: David M. Bell. World, national, state and local topics. Free. 2 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, 18102. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit https://lvactivelife.org/