ArtsQuest Invites Artists to Participate in New ‘Compendium’ Juried Exhibition

Exhibit, set for Jan. 14-March 5, kicks off nonprofit’s new Artist Collective designed to provide educational and professional development opportunities for area artists  ArtsQuest’s Banana Factory invites artists working in all two- and three-dimensional mediums to submit their work for consideration for “Compendium,” the art center’s first juried exhibition in more than five years. The [...]

Steel Fitness Riverport Undergoes Major Facility Upgrades

Bethlehem-based fitness center adds new team training zone, totally revamped class lineup and more as it expands and enhances workout options for community Steel Fitness Riverport, the community-focused health and wellness center located in south Bethlehem, is proud to announce that it has undergone major upgrades to its facilities by adding heart rate based training [...]

Riverbend Community Church to Host Night to Shine Prom for People with Special Needs

Riverbend Community Church announced today that they will serve as one of more than 350 churches around the world that will host Night to Shine sponsored, by the Tim Tebow Foundation simultaneously on Friday, February 10, 2017. Riverbend will be partnering with Bethlehem Church of the Nazarene and Life Church for this event.  Night to [...]

Voting Begins for 2017 Lehigh Valley Music Awards

Who are the best musicians in the Lehigh Valley? You decide! From now through Dec. 28, the public is invited to vote for the winners of the 18th Lehigh Valley Music Awards presented by Tri Outdoor at www.lehighvalleymusicawards.org. Tickets for the LVMA18, set for March 5, 4 p.m., at the ArtsQuest Center, are on sale [...]

‘Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding’ is Back at SteelStacks and Seeks Actors to Audition

It’s time to R.S.V.P. for the popular off-Broadway production of “Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding,” the over-the-top Italian-American celebration in which the guests don’t just watch, but participate directly, from the first toast to the last slice of cake. This one-of-a-kind show comes to the ArtsQuest Center’s Musikfest Café presented by Yuengling Feb. 10-11, 14 and [...]

Volunteer Round-Up Week of December 11

THIS WEEK'S VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY CAMELOT FOR CHILDREN, INC., Allentown needs volunteers to help wrap gifts at gift wrap booths at the Lehigh Valley Mall or at Sands Outlets in Bethlehem now through 12/24.  Make this a fun event with your family, friends, and co-workers.  Spread Holiday Cheer while you wrap presents [...]

Warm Up Your Winter with a ‘Souper’ Culinary Event at SteelStacks

Meals on Wheels of Northampton County serves up its Celtic Ale Cheddar Soup during Souper Bowl 2014. Photo is by Joe Ledva Back again for its eighth serving, ArtsQuest’s annual Souper Bowl fundraiser will be more delicious than ever when it returns Jan. 28. The Souper Bowl starts at 11 a.m. with the [...]

Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley appoints new Executive Director

Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley (HFHLV), a regional provider of homes for hardworking families, is pleased to announce the hiring of Holly Edinger as its new Executive Director. Jessica Elliott, the Director of Operations, served capably and well as Interim Executive Director ensuring organizational stability during the transition. Under Jess’s leadership, with strong [...]

‘Three Wise Men’ Coming to SteelStacks Dec. 11

New culinary event pairs region’s beers, wines and spirits with creative cuisine for an unforgettable holiday experience This holiday season, the Three Wise Men arrive early, bearing gifts of the culinary kind, as the nonprofit ArtsQuest partners with some of the region’s premier wine, beer and spirit makers for the first “Three Wise Men” event [...]

Volunteer Round-Up Week of December 4

THIS WEEK'S VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, Greater Lehigh Valley needs volunteers (age 21+) to step up to the "wheel" and drive cancer patients to scheduled treatments. "Road to Recovery" drivers must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, a reliable vehicle and proof of insurance, complete a background check [...]