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Community Calendar

Sept. 18

The Emmaus Historical Society’s monthly program will be held 7 p.m. at Jefferson Elementary School in Emmaus. Please note the change of venue for this program. The school is celebrating its 25th anniversary and tours of the school will be held before and after the program. The school will open 6 p.m. The program is titled: “History of Jefferson School, Part 2.” Join in for an entertaining and informative presentation as Jim Schwar covers the later history of Jefferson, including the junior high years, the elementary years, the demolition of the school and the new Jefferson School. The program is free to the public. Refreshments will be served after the program.

Sept. 20

Wildlands Conservancy will host the program “Magnificent Moths” 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary, 3701 Orchid Place, Emmaus. The program is designed for ages 4 and older. Participants will learn about moths that, although camouflaged to avoid predators, can glow under black light. There is a cost and registration is required. For additional details, visit the website www.wildlandspa.org.

Sept. 21

Emmaus Main Street Partners will host the annual Farewell to Summer Festival 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Triangle Park. The event will feature food trucks and showcase local businesses and crafters. The event traditionally includes activities for kids and entertainment.

Wildlands Conservancy will host its fundraiser “Wine & Dine,” a farm-to-table experience, 4:30-7 p.m. at Lock Ridge Park, 525 Franklin St., Alburtis. Chefs from Roots Catering will prepare a seasonal menu of locally-sourced farm-fresh foods and beverages will include wine from Domaine Pterion Vineyard & Winery and beer from Weyerbacher Brewing Company. Registration is required and reservations are limited. Visit the website www.wildlandspa.org for details.

Join the Emmaus Historical Society in the backyard of 218 Main St., Emmaus, for the annual Emmaus Heritage Festival 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be live music, a food truck, crafts, games, interactive displays, a blacksmith demo and a PA long rifle demo. The historical society’s partners for this special event include the Shelter House, the Knauss Homestead, the 1803 House, the Emmaus Public Library, the Emmaus Moravian Church and the Emmaus Main Street Partners. The event is held the same day as the Emmaus Farewell to Summer Festival.

Sept. 22

Bingo at Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church of Eastern Salisbury, 1707 Church Road, Allentown. Doors open 1 p.m.; games begin 2 p.m. For information, contact Louise at 610-866-1611.

Cash bingo at Macungie Memorial Park, lower level, Route 100 and North Poplar Street, Macungie. Doors open noon; games begin 1 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. Bingo benefits Friends of Macungie Institute. For more information, call 610-966-7830.

Sept. 24

Hivel Und Dahl Preservation Society quarterly meeting 7 p.m. at the Upper Milford Township Building, 5671 Chestnut St., Zionsville. The program is “Cider Making and the History of Bauman’s Cider.” The Bauman family will present the program about cider making in general and their business in Sassamansville. Samples of apple cider and fruit butters will be available after the program. The program is free and all are welcome. Any questions email Isabel Miller at isbarmill@ptd.net.

Sept. 26

The Women’s Club of Emmaus will hold its annual fall dessert card party 1 p.m. The card party will be held in St. John’s Lutheran Church, 501 Chestnut St., Emmaus. This will be a dessert card party. There is an entrance fee. The community is welcome. To reserve a table, call Mary Alice at 610-392-9367.

Sept. 27

Emmaus High School Class of 1949 will celebrate its 75th reunion with a gathering 11:30 a.m. at the Mercantile Club, 427 Railroad St., Emmaus. Contact Ruth at 610-965-2376 for more information.

Sept. 28

The 22nd annual Lower Milford Fall Festival 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the township building, 7607 Chestnut Hill Church Road, Coopersburg. The event traditionally includes artists, vendors, craft demonstrations, activities for children, music, food, wagon rides and more. The festival is held rain or shine. Visit the township website, www.lowermilford.org, for details.

Western Salisbury Volunteer Fire Company will host a community dedication ceremony for its new fire station, 955 S. Ott St., 11 a.m. The event will include a raffle as well as food trucks.

The Lehigh Valley Chorus, Sweet Adelines International, will host a cash bingo 1 p.m. at Jordan UCC, 1837 Church Road, Allentown. Doors open 11:30 a.m. Tickets are available at a discounted price if purchased in advance. For more information, email nettylvc@gmail.com.

The Emmaus Lioness Lions Club will host a chicken potpie and bingo fundraiser event at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 139 N. Fourth St., Emmaus. Doors open 1 p.m. and bingo begins 2 p.m. There is a cost for tickets, which include dinner and bingo. Additional bingo cards and raffle tickets will also be available for purchase at the event. Attendees also are welcome to donate a pair of new pajamas for children in need (sizes newborn through 18). Those who donate will receive a special bingo card to play a cash game exclusively for pajama donors. All donations will benefit foster kids throughout Pennsylvania. For event tickets, contact Cindy Kaufman at 610-776-7477 or ckaufman450@gmail.com.

Mopar Madness of the Lehigh Valley is scheduled to host a cruise night 4-7 p.m. in Emmaus Community Park, Shimerville Road, weather permitting. All makes and models are welcome. Cash donations at the cruise benefit the children’s charity Dream Come True. For additional details, visit Mopar Madness of the Lehigh Valley on social media.

Oct. 1

Emmaus Garden Club meeting noon at Bethel Bible Fellowship Church (new location), 418 Elm St., Emmaus. Enter at the back of the building/gymnasium. Parking at Bethel and St. John’s UCC, 139 N. Fourth St. The program is “Plants of Murder and Mayhem.” Fans of Agatha Christie will be familiar with the power of various plants to create murder and mayhem. Beware the nightshade! Back away from that English yew! Plants have been employed throughout history for both good and bad uses. Learn how plants in your own gardens or close habitats have been used for nefarious deeds. Also, learn about some common ornamental plants you may want to avoid due to their toxic properties. Sue Drabic, a Penn State gardener, will present this “spooky” program. All are welcome. Light refreshments served.

Oct. 5

The Seed Farm’s Farm-to-Table Dinner is scheduled 4-7 p.m. in the farm’s greenhouse at sunset. Diners will enjoy a four-course dinner, cocktails and music performances. There is a cost for tickets and proceeds benefit the farm, 5854 Vera Cruz Road, Emmaus. Visit the website www.theseedfarm.org for details.

Oct. 6

St. John’s Lutheran Church 100th anniversary celebration starting with a traditional Sunday service, including a German part and hymns performed and offered at the very first St. Johns Church Service Oct. 5, 1924. After the service attendees will enjoy a fellowship organized by the stewardship committee including refreshments, baked goods, tours, photos and history on St. John’s Lutheran Church Emmaus over the last 100 years.

Oct. 12

Free Fall Festival 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Grace Community Church, 1290 Minsite Road, Allentown. Event includes free food, drinks, petting zoo, scavenger hunt, games, crafts and other activities for the whole family. For more information, call 610-398-9250.

Mopar Madness of the Lehigh Valley is scheduled to host a cruise night 3-6 p.m. in Emmaus Community Park, Shimerville Road, weather permitting. Also Oct. 26. All makes and models are welcome. Cash donations at the cruise event benefit the children’s charity Dream Come True. For additional details, visit Mopar Madness of the Lehigh Valley on social media.

Citizens Fire Company of Upper Milford Township will host its second annual Fire Prevention Week Open House 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the firehouse, 4093 Main Road West. The event will include a special appearance by Smokey Bear, fire prevention awareness information, food, beverages and more.

Oct. 14

Upper Milford Western District Fire Company, Old Zionsville, will host a chicken barbecue fundraiser. Pick up 3-6 p.m. or until sold out. Price includes one-half of a Kauffman’s chicken, baked potato, applesauce and dinner roll. To buy tickets in advance, call Rosie at 610-966-3367, call the firehouse at 610-966-3541 or visit https://uppermilfordfire.org/.

Oct. 19

The Emmaus Halloween Committee hosts the annual Emmaus Halloween Parade 7 p.m. The rain date is 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20. Visit the website www.emmausparade.com for details.

State representative Milou Mackenzie, R-131st, will host a shredding event 10 a.m. to noon at Hope Valley Community Church, 501 Graber Alley, Red Hill. Constituents may shred up to four boxes or bags of documents per vehicle. Boxes should be approximately the size of a piece of carry-on luggage. The event is designed to assist with disposal of documents containing sensitive information such as Social Security numbers or banking information. The event is limited to homeowners. The 131st District covers parts of Lehigh County including Lower Milford, Upper Milford and Upper Saucon townships, Salisbury Township’s Ward 03 [part, Division 01] and Coopersburg borough; Marlborough, Salford and Upper Hanover townships and East Greenville, Green Lane, Pennsburg and Red Hill boroughs in Montgomery County and Lower Saucon Township, Districts 01, 02, 04, 07 and 08 in Northampton County.

Oct. 20

Elvis will make an appearance at Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church of Eastern Salisbury, 1707 Church Road, Allentown, 2-3:30 p.m. Limited seating available. There is a charge. For reservations, contact Louise at 610-866-1611.

Oct. 26

The group Mopar Madness of the Lehigh Valley is scheduled to host a cruise night 3-6 p.m. in Emmaus Community Park, Shimerville Road, weather permitting. All makes and models are welcome. Cash donations at the cruise benefit the children’s charity Dream Come True. For additional details, visit Mopar Madness of the Lehigh Valley on social media.

Nov. 2

The Salisbury Athletic Booster Club will hold a clothing drive 9 a.m. to noon. Donations of unwanted clothing and household items may be brought to the auxiliary gym at Salisbury High School, 500 E. Montgomery St. A list of acceptable items is available on the website clothingdrive.net.