WHITEFIELD HOUSE: Northampton County Parks & Recreation will conclude its 50th anniversary program series with a special presentation in partnership with the Moravian Historical Society at the Whitefield House at 214 E. Center Street, Nazareth on Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. Tom McCullough, assistant archivist of the Moravian Archives in Bethlehem, will present an illustrated talk and chronicle the “Upper Places” situated on the historic Nazareth Tract. Drawing on archival materials and collection highlights, the presentation will shed light on early Moravian settlements, including Gracedale.

For more information, visit www.moravianhistory.org, or call 610-759-5070, or send an email to events@moravianhistory.org

PHOTO EXHIBIT: International photographer, Luke Wynne will be exhibiting his photographs titled view / FINDER at the Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery from Nov. 12 to Dec. 19. There will be an artist reception on Sunday, Nov. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. The Rotunda Gallery is located at 10 E. Church St. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Almost a half century ago John Szarkowski (Director of Photography at the Museum of Modern Art) published his book, “The Photographer’s Eye.” This seminal work holds together today as well as it did 48 years ago. Here is the opening of his introduction, “This book is an investigation of what photographs look like, and why they look that way. The invention of photography provided a radically new picture-making process – a process based not on synthesis but on selection.” lndeed.

The exhibition is sponsored by the Bethlehem Fine Arts Commission (bfac-lv.org).

Wednesday, October 30

Saucon Valley Conservancy-Heller Homestead: Welcome Wednesday – drop in for fresh coffee or tea with volunteers; meet community members; have a conversation and/or ask for a tour. 10 a.m. to noon. 1892 Friedensville Road. For more information, visit sauconvalleyconservancy.org/

Wednesday afternoon dance with host Johnny K. 1 to 3 p.m. Cost per person includes light refreshments. Singles and couples welcome. 1 to 3 p.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown. Call 610-437-3700.

Thursday, Oct. 31

Live music: Roi and the Secret People – Halloween special. High-energy Lehigh Valley Alt/Rock band presents the tale of the Ghost of Annabelle, a 19th-century female bounty hunter, with a curated acoustic set blending songs from their unreleased side project, “Pistol Witch” and appropriate RSP favorites. Opening solo set by Galen Deery. Costumes are encouraged. 8 p.m. Godfrey Daniel’s, 7 E. Fourth St. Ticketed event / cost; visit godfreydaniels.org/event/roi-and-the-secret-people-october-31-2024/

Lehigh Valley Pops Orchestra. Conductor Ron DeGrandis. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Lehigh Valley Active Life, 1633 W. Elm St., Allentown, 18102. 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, Nov. 1

First Friday: Visit southsideartsdistrict.com/first-fridays/; General information and schedules: southsideartsdistrict.com/

Banana Factory Arts Center. Exhibits, art demonstrations, live music, open artist studios. 6 to 9 p.m. 25 W. Third St. Visit bananafactory.org

Venture X Bethlehem: LINC social hour. Stop by, play games etc. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Suite 110, first floor lobby, 306 S. New St.

Winter Student Art Exhibit Free Opening Reception, Charter Arts Visual Arts Department’s about 100 multimedia art exhibits during the Southside Arts District’s First Friday celebration. 6 to 8 p.m. Corpora Gallery, Lehigh Valley Charter HS for the Arts, 321 E. Third St., 18015. Visit CharterArts.org for more information. For private viewing appointments, call 610-868-2971.

Literary Event: Free Showcase at the Lodge, The Charter Arts Literary Arts Department presents its monthly showcase of readings at Cafe the Lodge as part of the Southside Arts Districts’ First Friday celebration. Students will present original written works. There is an Open Mic open to community participants. Guests are encouraged to order from the Cafe’s menu (vegan available) or to donate to the organization. 6 to 8 p.m. 427 E. Fourth St. Visit charterarts.org for more information.

Banana Factory Yard Sale, art supplies, equipment, furniture, décor, and everything else accumulated over the last 25 years. All proceeds go toward the ReImagine That! Capital Campaign. 6 to 9 p.m. 25 W. Third St. bananafactory.org/event/16685/banana-factory-yard-sale/

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, Nov. 2

Saturday Night Dance with Country Dance. 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.

Monday, Nov. 4

Hi Neighbors: Hot Topics for Inquisitive Adults: Free Monday programs with local speakers on topics such as music, history, travel and wellness through Nov. 11. No cost, no registration needed. The Nov. 4 program, “Introduction to AI” by Dr. Daniel Lopresti, starts at 10 a.m. Fellowship Hall, First Presbyterian Church, 2344 Center St. Information: email info@fpc-bethlehem.org

Bethlehem City Exhibit -closing day: BFAC Curated Exhibition: Visually Impaired Artists. Sponsored by the Bethlehem Fine Arts Commission: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery, 10 E. Church St. Masks optional. Covid regulations enforced. Visit www.bfac-lv.org for more information.

Tuesday, Nov. 5

DATE CHANGED TO NOV. 12: Civil War Roundtable of Eastern Pennsylvania: Leon Reed presents “Gettysburg Monuments: Stories the Veterans told, the Artists who made them, and a quick look at the Civil War Monuments around the Keystone State,” 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Delta Hotels by Marriot (former Holiday Inn), 7336 Adrienne Dr., Breinigsville. Information: Call 610-391-1000 or visit www.cwrteasternpa.org/calendar-1

Delaware Lehigh Amateur Radio Club Inc. (DLARC) Last class for the season. 10 week free fall ham radio amateur license classes to prepare for a Federal Communications Commission’s Amateur basic license examination. Weekly 7 to 9 p.m.

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