Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

2021 Historic Downtown Bethlehem's Christmas in July 7/1/2021 8:00 AM - 7/25/2021 10:00 PM

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 11:25:15 GMT

WINDOW DECORATING COMPETITION

Vote for your favorite window! Come check out our Window Decorating Competition. Vote for your favorite window on Main & Broad Streets in Historic Downtown Bethlehem. Windows will be decorated from July 1st through July 25th! Then, scan the QR Code on the window with your cell phone's camera app and vote! It’s that simple. One lucky winner will receive 2 passes to kayak on the river with Historic Bethlehem River Tours!

Participating Merchants:

Donegal Square
Franklin Hill Vineyards
Hand Cut Crystal/Bethlehem Christmas Shoppe
Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites
Hyatt Place Bethlehem
Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop
Knobs & Knockers
Moravian Book Shop
Musselman Jewelers
Platz by ArtsQuest

SNOWBALL SCRAMBLE

The Snowball Scramble is a NEW and festive Downtown Bethlehem event for Christmas in July! Join us for a fun way to get the family out and walking through the Historic District in search of letters that will uncover a special message! Displayed in each of our merchants’ windows will be a letter. Players will jot down all the letters with their corresponding numbers on their Scramble Card, downloaded from our website. Whoever uploads the phrase to our website correctly, will be in the running to win a Downtown Bethlehem gift certificate!

DOWNLOAD YOUR DECODER CARD HERE

SELFIE WITH AN ELFIE

While you’re Downtown supporting our merchants, look for our sneaky red and green Christmas Elves! From July 1st through July 25th, take a selfie with them, and upload to our Heart of Bethlehem social media pages for a chance to WIN! NO PURCHASE NECESSARY! Use hashtag #SelfieWithAnElfie for a chance to win a Downtown Bethlehem Gift Certificate.

FEST OF THE 7 FISHES

Two ways to participate in this all-new seafood event! Enjoy SEVEN specialty seafood dishes from your favorite restaurants on 7/22, 23, and 24. On 7/24 purchase grab & go items as you stroll throughout town.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE!

GIFT CARD FLASH SALE

Start your Christmas shopping early by visiting restaurants and retailers located in the Arts District and the Historic Districts for our Gift Card Flash Sale!

Participating Merchants:

A-List Salon – Buy a $50 gift card / get a bonus $5 gift card, Buy a $100 gift card / get a bonus $10 gift card, Buy a $200 gift card / get a bonus $20 gift card, Buy a $300 gift card / get a bonus $30 gift card, Buy a $400 gift card / get a bonus $40 gift card, Buy a $500 gift card / get a bonus $50 gift card
AM Luxe – 20% off Gift Card purchase
Domaci – 10% off gift cards of $50 or more
Donegal Square – Buy $50 and get $10
El Jefe’s Taqueria – Buy a $20 gift card Get a $5 gift certificate
Eva’s Bargain Boutique – $25 gift card for $20
McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub & Whiskey Bar – Buy $25 and get $5
Musselman Jewelers – 20% off $100 gift certificate
National Museum of Industrial History – $5 off $25 gift card
Roasted – $5 off a $25 gift card
Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom – 10% off all Gift Cards over $35.00
Social Still – $50 gift card for $45, $100 gift card for $90

SANTA IS IN TOWN!

Visit with Santa. Meet and greet Santa in Historic Downtown Bethlehem. He’ll be walking along Main Street & Broad Street. Stop by for some pics with jolly old St. Nick!

For more information, please visit: https://getdowntownbethlehem.com/get-the-events/

2021 Tunes at Twilight 7/1/2021 6:00 PM - 7/1/2021 8:00 PM

Wed, 19 May 2021 15:47:37 GMT

Get into the groove every Thursday night in Historic Downtown Bethlehem, for Tunes at Twilight! The popular musical series is back with an ALL NEW LOOK! Instead of one band in one location, join us at select Tunes hotspots along Main & Broad Streets! Hang out in an outdoor parklet for some dining, grab a few drinks, do a little shopping while in town, and support our local musicians! While walking through Historic Downtown Bethlehem, you’ll be sure to hear the Tunes while supporting your favorite local merchants! Reservations are recommended where accepted.

Visit our Heart of Bethlehem Facebook Page as we kick off Tunes with live videos from our Tunes locations! Tunes at Twilight kicks off on Thursday, May 6th, through Thursday, July 22nd. See our Tunes at Twilight Locations & Line-up’s for more information.

**Don’t forget about our Tunes Backstage Pass! With this pass, enjoy exclusive savings and more with our downtown merchants. Get the VIP treatment when you present your pass on Thursday nights! Passes go on sale the first night of Tunes, May 6th!

PLEASE NOTE: All bars will be open at each select Tunes location. All alcohol purchased at specific locations must be consumed and must remain within the designated indoor and outdoor areas. Alcohol containers cannot cross over from one location to another.

Kazoo Parade presented by the Nazareth Area Chamber 7/3/2021 9:00 AM - 7/3/2021 12:00 Noon

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:54:04 GMT

Mon & Mel's Sweet Scoops Ice Cream Truck will be on-site at Veterans Memorial Square serving up cool treats that will be available for purchase. Rebecca Pieper, Owner of The Musik Makers, will perform during our program.

Thank you to our sponsors!

- Flag Sponsor: Nazareth Army & Navy Store

- Red, White, & Blue Sponsor: Vigilance Hose Co. #1

- Star-Spangled Sound Sponsor: Reilly Entertainment Group

- Supporting Sponsors: Giant Food Stores of Nazareth, The Home News, & Thrivent Financial

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending a Chamber event or meeting, you and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce including partnerships; the event venue; or other parties such as caterer or production company; or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.

Heritage Day 2021 (GNLCC) 7/3/2021 10:00 AM - 7/3/2021 11:30 AM

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:19:31 GMT

Join the Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber as we celebrate Heritage Day in Slatington!

Held July 3, 2021 at 10 AM, the Chamber welcomes the community to "BYOC" (Bring-Your-Own-Chair) and join us safely outdoors for a celebration of patriotism and heritage in Slatington's Veterans Memorial Park. Speaker Kaz Kotlow will join the Chamber in presenting, with colors of the flag being presented by local boy scouts and live music provided by Slatington Baptist.

This program is free and open to the public.

Transportation Committee Event Series: Local Development, Zoning and Transportation Planning 7/7/2021 1:00 PM - 7/7/2021 2:00 PM

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 19:05:52 GMT

It is one of the most important issues facing Lehigh Valley community leaders.

How do we match all this new development with the transportation infrastructure that can handle it?

Join the Chamber and the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission virtually on Wednesday, July 7 for a live panel discussion with experts in land development, zoning, and transportation planning. You'll hear about making land development and transportation infrastructure that work together.

Have questions for the panel? Send to Brittney Waylen at brittneyw@lehighvalleychamber.org

Our esteemed panel includes:
Moderator:
Becky Bradley, AICP, Executive Director, Lehigh Valley Planning Commission
Panelists:
Gary Neil Asteak, Esq., Founder, Asteak Law Offices
Howard Kutzler, Director of Land Development, Jaindl Land Company Inc
Melissa Maupin, District Permit Manager for Carbon, Monroe, and Northampton Counties, PennDOT

7/7/21- The Commodore Ground Breaking Ceremony 7/7/2021 11:30 AM - 7/7/2021 12:30 PM

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 10:29:09 GMT

Join the Easton Chamber and The Optima Durant Group for the Ground Breaking Ceremony of the Commodore Project! Come down to 100 Northampton Street on Wednesday, July 7th at 11:30am for the initial ground breaking ceremony! This event is FREE to attend, though there is limited attendance!

Reptile Depot Ribbon Cutting (WACC) 7/7/2021 5:00 PM - 7/7/2021 6:00 PM

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 11:06:02 GMT

Join the Whitehall Area Chamber as we welcome The Reptile Depot to the Whitehall Area Chamber!

Celebration will range from 5-6 PM, 5:30 PM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening - F & A Grog House 7/8/2021 5:00 PM - 7/8/2021

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 08:58:42 GMT

Join us to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting for F&A Grog House - an awesome restaurant and bar offering American pub fare and 52 draft beers!

2021 Tunes at Twilight 7/8/2021 6:00 PM - 7/8/2021 8:00 PM

Wed, 19 May 2021 15:47:53 GMT

EZ Micro Solutions Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (WACC) 7/9/2021 4:00 PM - 7/9/2021 8:00 PM

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 11:52:08 GMT

Join the Whitehall Area Chamber as we celebrate EZ Micro Solutions' new building in Whitehall, PA!

Event will run from 4-8 PM; Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place promptly at 5:45 PM.

Music in the Park Concert Series: Craig Thatcher & Nyke Van Wyk presented by the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber & Steel Club 7/11/2021 6:00 PM - 7/11/2021 8:00 PM

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:44:39 GMT

The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce, of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Steel Club present the highly anticipated Music in Dimmick Park Summer Music Series! You, your family, and friends are invited to join us as we host local musicians to perform free concerts in Morris J. Dimmick Park throughout the summer. Food from local food trucks and adult beverages will be available for purchase to enjoy during each concert. Grab a blanket or chair and get excited for an amazing summer experience!

Thank you to our sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor: Steel Club

Music Sponsor: Heintzelman Funeral Home/Lehigh Valley Animal Crematory Services

Safety Sponsor: Omega Protective Services, LLC

Silver Sponsor: 412 Auto Tags & Notary, ASR Media Productions, BB&T Now Truist, Designing Wealth Management of Raymond James, Quest Termite & Pest, Saucon Source, & Saucon Valley Bikes

Bronze Sponsor: Hellertown Dental Group

Interested in becoming a sponsor for this event? Contact Lauren Bertucci at laurenb@lehighvalleychamber.org.

Palmerton Community Luncheon - We're Back! (CCEDC & Palmerton Area Chamber) 7/13/2021 11:30 AM - 7/13/2021 1:00 PM

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:45:43 GMT

The Palmerton Area Chamber of Commerce, an affiliate of the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corp. invites you and your guests to join the July 2021 meeting and luncheon from 11:30 am-1:00 pm at the NEW Palmerton Pub. Guests will enjoy networking, lunch and an update from our Palmerton Community Leaders.

Speakers include:

Donna McGarry, Palmerton Borough Manager
Terry Purcell, Lehigh Valley Health Network
John Nespoli, St. Luke's University Health Network
?Barb Green, Blue Mountain Resort
Joe Federanich, Palmerton Park Upgrades report
... AND YOU! Please be prepared to share your company, organization and community updates!

For your convenience, you may register and pay online here or register and pay at the door. ($15 per person)

This is a great opportunity to meet the new owners of the Palmerton Pub and their team and give them a big Palmerton & Carbon County Welcome!

Also - Please mark your calendar for... Tuesday August 10th - the next Palmerton Chamber meeting and luncheon!

Building Business: Certifications, Contracts and Partnerships 7/14/2021 12:00 Noon - 7/14/2021 1:00 PM

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 13:30:11 GMT

Out & About with the CCEDC (Savage Society Productions) 7/14/2021 6:00 PM - 7/14/2021 6:30 PM

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:52:11 GMT

Join the CCEDC as we venture "Out & About" into Carbon County! We will be visiting local businesses and highlighting what they have to offer, information about our great business owners and MORE!

Tune in each Wednesday from July 14-August 4th for our Facebook Premiers for an inside look at Carbon County's incredible businesses, as well as on the Discover Carbon PA YouTube Channel (http://ow.ly/KwLk50Fr8wX).

- July 14: Savage Society Promotions
- July 21: Jim Thorpe Trolley Company
- July 28: Pocono Whitewater Rafting
- August 4: St. Luke's University Health Network Palmerton

Network FBA at Park Plaza 7/14/2021 5:00 PM - 7/14/2021 7:00 PM

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:20:44 GMT

Join the Forks Business Association for our Network FBA on Wednesday, July 14th from 5-7PM at Park Plaza in Forks Township! The night will be filled with networking, along with the shops in park plaza being open offering specials!

2021 Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series- Inch & the Echoes 7/15/2021 6:00 PM - 7/15/2021 9:00 PM

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:06:20 GMT

Emmaus Main Street Partners Happy Hour Roundtable 7/15/2021 5:30 PM - 7/15/2021 7:00 PM

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 13:42:10 GMT

Every month the Emmaus Main Street Partners get together for this friendly mixer. There is conversation, learning, and laughter. Sometimes we host guest speakers to educate and interact with attendees. All local professionals are welcome to join. Registration is not mandatory so drop by if you get the chance! Plan to stay for trivia at 7pm too!

2021 Tunes at Twilight 7/15/2021 6:00 PM - 7/8/2021 8:00 PM

Wed, 19 May 2021 15:48:06 GMT

Ribbon Cutting - Film Cakez Bakery 7/17/2021 9:30 AM - 7/17/2021 10:30 AM

Sat, 22 May 2021 19:56:54 GMT

Join The Chamber as we celebrate the grand opening of Film Cakez Bakery in Bethlehem, PA!

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10:00am!

Nazareth Days 7/17/2021 9:00 AM - 7/17/2021 2:00 PM

Tue, 04 May 2021 16:40:35 GMT

Don't miss this year's Nazareth Days celebration! From 9 AM - 2 PM, visit the Circle in Downtown Nazareth to check out craft and food vendors in the Southwest Quadrant, as well as the weekly Farmers Market!

Vendors in the Southwest Quadrant of the Circle include:

American Red Cross
Auntie Nan's Unique Gifts LLC
Bam's Carrot Cakes
Cindy DeLuca
Color Street
Crystal Wings
Elle's Contemporary Closet
Mad J's BBQ
Memorial Library of Nazareth & Vicinity
Mesh Mash Wreaths
Mon & Mel's Sweet Scoops Ice Cream Truck
Naz-O-Nut
Paparazzi
Physical Therapy at St. Luke's
Roof Maxx of the Lehigh Valley

For more information on all Nazareth Days festivities, visit https://www.facebook.com/NazarethDays.

Hellertown-Lower Saucon Summer Restaurant Week 7/18/2021 - 7/24/2021

Thu, 20 May 2021 12:45:25 GMT

For a list of participating businesses and their specials, visit https://www.lehighvalleychamber.org/hellertown-lowersauconsummerrw.html.

Thank you to our sponsors for making this year's initiative possible!

Silver Sponsor: Saucon Source

Bronze Sponsors: Lost River Caverns & Lindsay O. Albert, E.A.

Marketing Sponsor: iHeart Radio

Interested in participating or sponsoring? Contact Lauren Bertucci at LaurenB@lehighvalleychamber.org.

2021 Fest of the 7 Fishes 7/18/2021 11:00 AM - 7/24/2021 11:00 PM

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:59:12 GMT

Music in the Park Concert Series: The Large Flowerheads presented by the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber & Steel Club 7/18/2021 6:00 PM - 7/18/2021 8:00 PM

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:45:43 GMT

Thank you to our sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor: Steel Club

Music Sponsor: Heintzelman Funeral Home/Lehigh Valley Animal Crematory Services

Safety Sponsor: Omega Protective Services, LLC

Silver Sponsor: 412 Auto Tags & Notary, ASR Media Productions, BB&T Now Truist, Designing Wealth Management of Raymond James, Quest Termite & Pest, Saucon Source, & Saucon Valley Bikes

Bronze Sponsor: Hellertown Dental Group

Interested in becoming a sponsor for this event? Contact Lauren Bertucci at laurenb@lehighvalleychamber.org.

July Meet & Greet Presented By The Young Professionals Council 7/21/2021 5:30 PM - 7/21/2021 7:30 PM

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 11:32:58 GMT

Out & About with the CCEDC (Jim Thorpe Trolley Co.) 7/21/2021 6:00 PM - 7/21/2021 6:30 PM

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:55:18 GMT

7/22/21- PACC Summer Concert Series: Timewhys 7/22/2021 6:00 PM - 7/22/2021 9:00 PM

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 13:26:51 GMT

2021 Historic Downtown Bethlehem's Fest of the 7 Fishes 7/22/2021 11:00 AM - 7/24/2021 8:00 PM

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 13:22:19 GMT

It’s a seafood feast with our all-new Christmas in July event, Fest of the 7 Fishes!

Two ways to participate in this all-new seafood event! Enjoy SEVEN specialty seafood dishes from your favorite restaurants on 7/22, 23, and 24.

On 7/24, purchase grab & go items as you stroll throughout town.

For more information, please visit: https://getdowntownbethlehem.com/get-the-events/

2021 Tunes at Twilight 7/22/2021 6:00 PM - 7/22/2021 8:00 PM

Wed, 19 May 2021 15:48:25 GMT

Sunset Cinema in Town Hall Park presented by the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber 7/23/2021 7:00 PM - 7/23/2021

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 11:35:10 GMT

Food and beverages will be available for purchase from Why Not Burgerz and the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber Concession Stand!

Thank you to our sponsors for their support of this year's initiative!

- Presenting Sponsor: Mobile Technology Graphics

- Candy & Snacks Sponsor: Sam's Club of Allentown

- Snack Sponsor: Farmers Insurance - The Wimbish Agency

- Popcorn Sponsor: Realty Outfitters

- Support Cast Member Sponsor: 412 Auto Tags & Notary

2021 Seafood Stroll 7/24/2021 12:00 Noon - 7/24/2021 5:00 PM

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:59:47 GMT

Christmas IN JULY at the Grim Barn! - WACC 7/25/2021 4:00 PM - 7/25/2021 7:00 PM

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 11:36:29 GMT

Join the Whitehall Area Chamber for our RESCHEDULED "Christmas at the Grim Barn" as we celebrate the holiday spirit in July!

We will be filling the field with a vendor festival, including live music, food and beverages for purchase and take-and-go crafts for kids.

Thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping us bring this event to the community: Fellowship Community (Presenting Sponsor), Home Instead Senior Care (Tree Lighting Sponsor), EBC Printing (Tree Lighting Sponsor), BB&T now Truist (Hotter Hot Chocolate Sponsor), First Commonwealth (Coloring Page Sponsor), Crayola Experience (Creative Crayon Sponsor), Lehigh Valley Press (Supporting Sponsor),

Additional Sponsorship along with Vendor opportunities are available - please contact Kylie Adams at kyliea@lehighvalleychamber.org for more information!

Out & About with the CCEDC (Pocono Whitewater) 7/28/2021 6:00 PM - 7/28/2021 6:30 PM

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:55:36 GMT

7/29/21- PACC Summer Concert Series: Dr. Dick Show 7/29/2021 6:00 PM - 7/29/2021 9:00 PM

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 13:27:28 GMT

Ribbon Cutting - XGolf Lehigh Valley 7/30/2021 4:00 PM - 7/30/2021 5:00 PM

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 17:27:49 GMT

Join The Chamber as we welcome X-Golf to Easton with a grand opening celebration!

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 4:00pm with celebration to follow.

Ribbon Cutting - Duchess Cookies 7/31/2021 11:00 AM - 7/31/2021 12:00 Noon

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:04:07 GMT

Join The Chamber as we celebrate the grand opening of Duchess Cookies - Easton!

Ribbon Cutting at 11:30am.

2021 Blues, Brews & Barbecue 7/31/2021 12:00 Noon - 7/31/2021 10:00 PM

Tue, 12 May 2020 08:40:23 GMT

2021 Blues, Brews & Barbecue

Saturday, July 31, 2021 | 12 Noon – 10 p.m.
600, 700 Blocks of Hamilton St., 7th Street North & South and the Allentown ArtsWalk

The Downtown Allentown Business Alliance in partnership with the City of Allentown is proud to present the 13th Annual Blues, Brews & Barbecue Festival! Come out for amazing Blues music and great food and drink! This outdoor music festival draws BBQ and Blues music aficionados from all over the region and is FREE and open to the public!

Check out DowntownAllentown.com for details!