CHOIR AUDITION: The Bach Choir of Bethlehem is excited to announce its audition schedule for the 2024-25 Concert Season. Under the visionary direction of Artistic Director and Conductor Dr. Christopher Jackson, The Choir invites new members to join and contribute to its long-standing tradition of musical excellence.

To schedule an audition, please call or email Lindsay Liiro at 610-866-4382, ext. 110 or email at lliiro@bach.org.

LCCC SPEAKER: The hard lessons former NFL running back Rocky Bleier learned early in life helped him to overcome adversity and reach his goals both on and off the football field. This former Pittsburgh Steeler will share his message in a motivational evening on Monday, Nov. 4, sponsored by the Lehigh Carbon Community College Foundation. Proceeds will benefit scholarships for veterans. The event will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Glasbern Inn in Fogelsville.

To purchase ticket, go to lccc.edu/lccc-foundation/special-events/. For additional information, contact JoEllen Rooney, LCCC alumni and events manager, at JRooney@lccc.edu or 610-799-1929.

SERVSAFE/TAPS COURSES: The ServSafe Food Safety Manager course, conducted by Penn State Extension, will be held at the Penn State Extension Bucks County Office, 576 Penns Park Road, Newtown. This one-day course will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sept. 16. The exam will begin at 4 p.m. Sept. 16.

The TAP Online Food Safety Manager Certification course helps food service managers, chefs, caterers, cooks, health officials and inspectors prepare to take a Food Protection Manager exam, such as ServSafe, that meets regulatory guidelines for a certified food protection manager. The online portion can be taken anytime, but the exam is in person and proctored at a scheduled location.

To register for either of these courses or to learn more, visit extension.psu.edu/food-safety-2024 or call 1-877-345-0691.

HANOVER COMMUNITY NIGHT: Fourth annual with special guests, local food trucks, drinks, ice cream, The Underground Rainbows, Tootsie the Clown, gem mining, petting zoo, pony rides, local craft vendors, free child fingerprinting. 4 to 7:30 p.m. Canal Park, 1960 Dauphin St. Aug. 27. Rain date: August 28. Visit hanleco.org/

Wednesday, Aug. 14 Cops ‘n’ Kids: Going Country: Ruckus on the Ranch with the Texas Tenors. Wear a cow gal or guy hats and boots and join a country line dance. 11 a.m. Ages three and up. Must register on Facebook page- no Facebook account needed. Fowler Family SoSouthsideenter, 511 E. Third St. (NCC)

The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. Read by Trish Morris. The crayons quit and leave notes about how they really feel. Decorate your own crayon box. 3 p.m. Ages three and up. Must register on Facebook page- no Facebook account needed. Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St. (NCC)

Karaoke with host Bobby James. Sing along to your favorite tunes. Free. Everyone welcome. 1 to 3 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W Elm Street, Allentown. Call 610-437-3700 for information.

Thursday, Aug. 15

Vet Empowerment Workshops, hosted by the Lehigh Valley Military Affairs Council. Tell your story to people who understand. In person or on Zoom 7 to 9 p.m. third Thursday of each month (Aug. 15 less otherwise noted. Facilitated by veterans for all veterans of any era / any time in service. For information (check to reverify the date), visit lv-mac.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WVET-Workshops.jpg; Register for link at womenveteransempowered.org

Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra, 9 a.m. Conductor Ron DeGrandis. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Pop music jam session, Led by Stephen Cee, 1 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Lehigh Valley Pop Music Jam Session. Conductor: Stephen Cee. 1 p.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, Aug. 16

Craig Thatcher and Nyke Van Wyke free concert, Hopewell Park, 4695 W. Hopewell Rd., Center Valley. Food available for purchase. 6 to 8 p.m.

Elm Street Jazz Workshop. Rehearsals: 9 a.m. Director: Allan Meyerson. 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. 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. Begins with a question chosen by the group and ends with even more questions. Free to members. 1 to 3 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

Saturday, Aug. 17

Saturday Dance with Kato. 7 to 10 p.m. Cost per person includes light refreshments. Singles and couples welcome. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700.

Sunday, Aug. 18

Steel Locomotive Experience: Hands-on train engineer experience on a Bethlehem Steel restored narrow gauge locomotive. Each experience is limited to two adults or one adult and one child, lasts about 20 minutes and is weather-dependent. 11 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. 602 E. Second St. Visit nmih.org/locomotive

S.T.E.A.M. Experience: Rock Painting. Learn about the raw materials needed in the steelmaking process and paint your own rock to either take home or decorate our museum garden. Drop-in style Family Sunday program. Youth 12 and under receive free admission when accompanied by a paying adult. 1 a.m. to 3 p.m. 602 E. Second St. Tickets and information: visit nmih.org/event/steamadventures0824/

Melting Metal for Kids: Hands-on, kid friendly demonstrations. LeLearnw to prepare sand molds to receive molten tin and create a product to take home. Noon to 3 p.m. 602 E. Second St. Information: visit nmih.org/kidsmetalmelting/

Robert Stickloon: Paintings. Exhibit by the Bethlehem Fine Arts Commission opening reception and first day, 2 to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ‘till September 24. Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery, 10 E. Church St. Masks optional. Covid regulations enforced. Visit bfac-lv.org for more information.

Monday, Aug. 19

Monthly Veteran’s support program with State Rep. Jeanne McNeil. An American Legion service officer is available for pre-scheduled appointments to assist veterans and their families regarding pensions and other compensation, education, health care and death benefits and the services available to them. Legion membership not required. Schedule an appointment by calling 610-266-1273, ext. 1273. They meet the third Monday of the month, are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at McNeil’s district office, 1080 office Whitehall. Please check to reverify the date.

Tuesday, Aug. 20

Good Vibrations Chorus, 9:30 a.m. Director: Nancy Shumaker. Join or listen. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Information: call 610-437-3700 or visit lvactivelife.org/

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

Wednesday, Aug. 21

A House for House for Hermit Crab Aug. 21 by Eric Carle. Hermit outgrew his shell house and has to leave his friends. Decorate a craft shell for Hermit. w 11 a.m. Ages three a up. Must register on Facebook page- no Facebook account needed. Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E.Southside. (NCC)

The Truth About My Unbelievable Summer by Benjamin Chaud. Read by City of Bethlehem Police Department officers. It is the truth or a tall tale? 3 p.m. Ages four and up. Must register on Facebook page- no Facebook account needed. Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E.Southside. (NCC)

Wonka – free film at Steel Stacks. Visit levittsteelstacks.org/line-up/movies/for hours and more information including sensory friendly films.

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