The Palmerton Area Library hosts a free Knitting Club for interested persons of all skill levels. Come to learn to knit or share ideas with other knitters. The club meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at the Palmerton ARea Library from 6-8pm.
The Third Monday Book club meets the third Monday of each month at 12:00 noon at the Palmerton Area Library. The club is free and extra copies of the book selections are available at the library.
Beginning in Feb. the Palmerton Area Library will be offering yoga classes for all ages at the following times:
Wednesdays at 9:00am and again at 6:00pm
Saturdays at 9:00am
Call the library for more information at 610-826-3424
Visit www.slhn.org or call St. Luke's InfoLink for complete information and dates on the following classes at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem:
Pregnacy Orientation Program; Prenatal Breastfeeding Program; Breastfeeding Information Series; Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Class; Your Baby's First Year: What Every Parent Should Know; Grandparenting Class; and Going Home Class.
Registration is...
Visit www.slhn.org or call St. Luke's Hospital-Allentown Campus at 610-628-8654 for complete information and dates on the following classes:
Pregnancy Orientation Program; Newborn Care Classes; Breastfeeding Classes; and Prepared Childbirth Classes.
Registration is required.
Golf outing to benefit LifePath's programs and services for individuals of all ages with developmental disabilities throughout the Lehigh Valley and southeastern Pennsylvania. Event features raffle prizes, putting contest, lunch buffet, 18 hole golf and dinner reception.
Super Bowl and Rose Bowl championship winning coach Dick Vermeil will be the keynote speaker at the 12th Annual LifePath and PICPA Thanksgiving Benefit & Awards Luncheon Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at the Holiday Inn Conference Center, Fogelsville. All proceeds from this event go directly toward enhancing LifePath’s programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, and will...
The Moravian Historical Society invites you to the openig of its newest exhibit. A Cadet's tale: The Story of Nazareth Hall tells the story of the celebrated boys' school established by the Moravians in Nazareth in 1743 which became Nazareth Hall and later Nazareth Hall Military Academy. Educating boys and young men for 186 years, Nazareth Hall is a renowned part of local history.
The...
! This signature fine food and wine tasting is scheduled for Friday, October 2, 2009 at The Hampton Inn near Nazareth, PA, and will showcase renowned Lehigh Valley chefs, caterers and vineyards. All proceeds from this event will help ProJeCt of Easton continue to help people help themselves and to build a stronger community.
The mystique and allure of historical costumes never fail to fascinate, and when you add in the star power of Gwyneth Paltrow, Cate Blanchett, Nicole Kidman, Drew Barrymore and Madonna, the combination is potent for young and old, male and female alike. “Fashion in Film” showcases 36 period costumes worn by these and other high-profile celebrities in film classics known to all. The costumes,...
The Light the Night Walk is the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's annual fundraising walk held at night. Walkers carry illuminated balloons. There will be food, entertainment, a moon bounce, Crayola arts and craft tent, facepainters, clowns and much more.
Majestic waves, rushing waterfalls and rippling streams can be found in this amazing exhibition, which examines the fascination with water as an element in Japanese art. The centerpiece of the exhibition is a prize-winning, hand-embroidered screen depicting an extraordinarily realistic scene of turbulent ocean waves that was created especially for the 1915 San Francisco Panama Pacific Exposition....
CHOIR CAMP, a musical experience for boys & girls entering grades 4-8 (all faiths/denominations) will be held July 13-17, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 3355 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall, PA. For more information, call 610-435-0451 or e-mail MusicAtFaith@mac.com
It will be a great week of choral singing and music activities with our terrific faculty and guest...
Here’s a good reason to have fun: Community Services for Children is hosting a mini golf tournament at Putt U in Center Valley, PA on August 1.
Bring the whole family out for a good time!
The tournament will begin at 11 am with an award ceremony to follow. Prizes go to the best male, female, and child under 13 scores, as well as the lowest score.
Snacks will be provided.
Tickets...
Carpel Tunnel
Are you bothered by hand numbness? Does hand tingling wake you up at night? Do you occasionally experience pain that shoots up your arm from your wrist? These may be signs of Carpel Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), a process often blamed on repetitive activity or work involving the hand and wrist. This seminar will explore the causes, symptoms and treatment options for...
"The Healthy Brain: What you can do for your most Important Organ"
Presented by: Dr. Robert Coni, Neurologist for St. Luke's Neurological Assocites
As a Neurologist, I consider the brain to be the most important organ of our bodies. How can we help to keep this vital resource healthy? As our lifespan increases, what measures can we take to help our brains age gracefully and support us...
The WAHS Class of 1969 will be holding their 40th reunion at the Best Western Lehigh Valley & Conference Center. Music at the event will be by DJ Bobby Koch, Oldies but Goodies. The Dinner choices will be Chicken Cordon Bleu or Flounder stuffed with Crab. Cost to attend is $37 per person. Dress is casual.
Once again the Whitehall Township Recreation Bureau will be hosting Camp Whitehall, a day camp for children who have completed Kindergarten thru Eighth Grade as of June 2009. This year we will again have three sites with 50 children per site per week. The Cementon Playground will host children who have completed grades K thru 2, the Jefferson Street Playground will host children who have...
Alliance Française of Doylestown meets on alternate Wednesdays. 10 a.m. Boy Scout Headquarters, One Scout Way, Doylestown. Upcoming Table ronde topic: July 8 a favorite place
Information: www.afdoylestown.org, 215-348-2518 or rhodafra@gmail.com
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church welcomes our neighbors to a Community Breakfast on Saturday July 11th from 8AM to 11AM. Cost: 5 & under free, 6-10 variable, 11 to adult . 1335 Old Carriage Road, Northampton 18067 ph:610-262-9517
The WHEELS OF FAITH CAR SHOW will be held Saturday, Aug. 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (rain date Sunday, Aug. 23 - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) at Faith Lutheran Church, 3355 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall, PA 18052. Oldies Music, Food, Entertainment, 50/50 Drawing, Silent Auction for a 1 week stay at S. Florida Luxury Condo. Flea Market Space available (10' x 20" space for $20.00).
Registration...
Lower Macungie Library will be holding a This I Believe program on Monday, July 20 from 6-7 pm at the Community Center Room B. This I Believe is a program started by NPR and Edward R. Murrow in the 1950s to offer average people the opportunity to share their voice, and it has reemerged. It was designed to encourage new kinds of discussion that can bring people together in a spirit of deeper...
Park 'n' Perk
at
America On Wheels Museum
5 North Front Street, Allentown
Donuts, Coffee and Friendship! Bring your car - classic, hot rod, tuner, custom or whatever you drive. Spend a few hours looking at cars and talking with your fellow car enthusiasts. 7:30am - 10:30am, 1st Saturday of every month - May through October (except July...
A summer-long carnival will be held at the Da Vinci Science Center ... a Body Carnival that is – one accompanied by tumblers, feats of strength, and amazing feets of fancy.
The Center will show the Body Carnival traveling exhibit – presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network and supported by Dan’s Camera City – June 20-Sept. 5. The Center also will present a Summer Series of inspiring...
Beginning Watercolor Classes for children ages 8-12 beginning Tuesday June 16 at 10:30-12:30 and continuing for 5 weeks. Class size is limited to 12. Cost .00. Must register and pay in advance. Taught by professional artist Paula Zelienka.
Toastmasters in the Lehigh Valley -
What: SpeakEZ Toastmasters
When: Meetings are held every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month; 11:45AM to 1:15PM.
Where: Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley, 2200 Avenue A, Bethlehem, PA 18017
Why: Open to all who would like to improve their public speaking skills.
Who: Please call Dan for more information or feel free to come and visit 610-759-9115
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through Aug. 28, 12-3 p.m. Activities for all curious minds at the Da Vinci Science Center's Demonstration Island will compliment the Center’s Body Carnival experience. Visit www.davinci-center.org for an activity schedule. These activities will be included with paid Da Vinci Science Center admission.
Every Wednesday through Aug. 26 from 12-1 p.m. As part of the Da Vinci Science Center’s Summer Series 2009, the Center will host Summertime Lunchtime Storytimes Wednesdays from 12-1 p.m. through Aug. 26. The preschool-friendly sessions will include a story reading and hands-on activities relating to that story. Participating families are encouraged to bring a brown-bag lunch. Visit...
Scrapbook Saturdays is for beginners and seasoned "scrappers." Start on or complete the project you've meant to do, but never found the time. Every 2nd and 4th Saturday at the Palmerton ARea Library from 1:00-3:30. Free.
Summer Computer Classes for Seniors will begin on Thursday June 4 and continue through the months of June and July. classes offered will be computer basics, intro to the internet, intor to word, and digital camera. Class size is limited to 12 people who must pay and register in advance for each class.
Weekly meeting for motivation and support on your weight loss journey. We meet on Wednesday evenings at the St. John's Lutheran Church on Broad Street in Nazareth. Motivation, support, challenges,monthly exercise, community involvment, friendships! Monthly magazine included with your paid $26 yearly membership.
more information:nazarethtops@aol.com
Adolescent Boys Support Group
Adolescent males are struggling for independence and control. They are changing physically and emotionally. They desire independence from their parents, and place peer influence and acceptance high on their list of what is important to them. They may fall in love or have a long-term relationship.
Each adolescent male may progress at different rates and show a...
Join us to find out how you can become part of the world's first, best & largest sports training program. We provide all the support and inspiration you need. You raise funds for lifesaving cancer research. Call Pam Lutz at (610)266-8512 ext. 11 or visit our website www.teamingtraining.org/epa for more information.
Creation of Relaxation
A four-week relaxation counseling group
September 3, 10, 17, 24 2009 (3:30pm-5pm)
The purpose of the four-week psycho-educational series is to offer individuals the opportunity to improve the quality of their lives addressing such topics as:
• relaxation techniques
• healthy coping strategies
• self-care/ self-awareness
• creative...
2009 marks the 20th Anniversary Golf Outing for Mercy Special Learning Center. Mercy provides an educational setting for children having intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Our golf outing offers both morning and afternoon rounds w/prizes for both. Bagels and muffins w/coffee & juice for the morning round. Lunch for both rounds. Dinner for all! Join us for the day at Woodstone Golf &...
Preview Party: “Force for Change” and “New Visions”
Saturday, September 12, 6–8 p.m.
Great food, drink, live music and socializing all contribute to an evening of celebrating our new special exhibitions.
Members $10, non-members $15
R.S.V.P. by September 10: 610-432-4333, ext. 29 or events@allentownartmuseum.org
A Typical Facial Pain or Trigeminal Neuroalgia
Presented by: Dave McTague, PA-C, St. Luke's Neurosurgical Associates
Have you been diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia or a-typical facial pain? This presentation is designed for someone interested in learning more about this painful condition. Topics include diagnosis, medical and surgical treatments available.
8/12/09
7 pm
Laros...
Character development, freedom to instill morals and values, family time, flexibility...
There are many reasons why parents choose to homeschool their children. Perhaps you or someone in your church have been wondering if homeschooling is right for your family. It's a big decision. Most likely, you have lots of questions.
How do I begin? What do I need to know? What about state laws?
...
Our feet do amazing things every day. They run, they kick, they help (some of us) dance in rhythm, they swim in the bathtub, and they take us where we need to go. Some people accomplish other amazing feats with their feet - such as playing the piano, dialing a phone, and juggling.
The Da Vinci Science Center and Dan's Camera City want to see what amazing things you can do with your feet this...
A nutritious diet and wellness go hand in hand. This class emphasizes quick and healthful snacks, cool and refreshing soups and salads, balanced with satisfying grain and legume based entrees that play a role in lighter summer fare.
This program is presented by Janice Kay of Janice Kay Green Cuisine.
Location to be announced.
For teens ages 13-17 who have a loved one with cancer.
This is your mid-summer breakaway to get out stress and share some laughter with new friends!
Join us for a night of games, karaoke, and food.
Workshop presented by Jett Ulanar Sarachek, MA, ATR-BC, LPC and Jen Sinclair, LPC
Experience the unique event of a drum circle, where participants will explore recreational music making with the help of facilitator, Stephanie Schmoyer. Drumming helps release anger, create joy, alter brain rhythms, induce mediation, and provide deep sacred healing. No prior experience or musical ability is needed to participate.
Pictures capture important times in our lives. If you'd like to preserve your memories in a scrapbook, but need the motivation of a group to get you going, this workshop is for you! Avid scrapbookers are invited to bring their own supplies. Beginners are welcomed to join in and use the extra tools and paper provided by TWC/GLV.
Important Conversations to Have:
Presenter: Patricia Nemetch, CSA, Certified Senior Advisor, APRN, Caring Solutions for Seniors and Families.
On July 9th, the Five Wishes document will be reviewed, along with a discussion about making important decisions about medical, emotional, personal and spiritual preferences during end-of-life care. In between meetings, the attendees can prepare...
Are you unemployed? Do you feel lonely, depressed, or frustrated because of being unemployed? If you do, please come to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1900 Pennsylvania Ave., Allentown, PA at 7pm on Thursday, June 25th or July 9th. A newly formed Support Group for the Unemployed has started. If you believe this is a group you can benefit from, please come to the church on either of these dates....
The American Cancer Society Lehigh Valley Unit will be providing a Look Good…Feel Better® makeover session for cancer patients at The Wellness Community in Bethlehem.
A trained cosmetologist will teach beauty techniques to women who are actively undergoing cancer treatment to help them combat the appearance-related side effects of radiation and chemotherapy. Participants will receive a...
Jun 29, 2009 (Bethlehem, PA) Celtic Cultural Alliance announced today that a celebrity bartending event will be held Thursday, July 2 at Starters Riverport from 7 pm to 9 pm. Proceeds from the celebrity bartender tips will benefit the 2009 22nd Annual Celtic Classic, to be held in September 25-27, 2009 throughout Historic Bethlehem. Starters Riverport is located at 17 W. 2nd Street, Bethlehem,...