bethlehem pa: Bethlehem SteelStacks Arts Center Gets OK from Bethlehem Planners
- 09/29/09 12:01 AM
Yesterday the Bethlehem planners unanimously approved the SteelStacks Performing Arts Center to be built at the former Bethlehem Steel plant site.
Construction is set to begin this fall on the $25 million four-story performing arts center. It will sit just south of the old blast furnaces.
The arts center will include a two-screen cinema that will show independent films, a bistro and an area called the PodZone. The PodZone will feature furniture arranged around flat-screened televisions, which will allow patrons to do everything from sharing Powerpoint presentations to playing Guitar Hero.
The building will also include a cabaret-type … (5 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Bethlehem to Restore Historic Homes
- 06/30/09 01:14 AM
As you drive through sections of Bethlehem's residential district, the sight of some of the homes brings you to the early 20th century life in Bethlehem. Some of these districts are not protected from demolition and these are the areas that the city officials do not want to lose.
Later this year, a consultant will be taking inventory of every building and structure to determine it's historic status. Once a list is compiled, the city will consider laws that would "conserve, preserve and restore" these historic buildings.
The historic buildings could include everything from homes in residential neighborhoods to … (2 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Grand Opening Celebration at Bethlehem Sands
- 06/10/09 02:41 AM
Tuesday, May 9th, was Bethlehem Sands Casino's Grand opening celebration. Even though the casino has been open since May 22nd, it kicked off it's official opening at the former Bethlehem Steel's site.
Instead of a ribbon cutting ceremony, a torch was used to cut the ceremonial steel chain to the shrill clanging of a 650-pound whistle from the SS Normandy, a French cruise liner whose salvaged whistle was used to mark shift changes at the steel plant - at just about 1 o'clock.
Gov. Rendell and company and local luminaries were on hand to dedicate the slots … (4 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Opening Date Coming Up Fast for Sands
- 05/20/09 01:33 AM
The opening date for Sands Casino, at the old Bethlehem Steel site in Bethlehem, is coming up fast. The big day is set for Friday, May 22nd.
This week, a certain few area residents were invited to test the slot machines. This way, any glitches or problems were corrected before the grand opening. The winnings, though, were donated to area charities.
In addition to the Casino opening its doors, Emeril will be opening his restaurant in the Casino. He has been in the Lehigh Valley this week preparing for the big day. He has also taken time out … (0 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Free Music in Downtown Bethlehem, PA
- 05/07/09 07:36 AM
Bethlehem's "Tunes at Twilight" will kick off it's 3rd season this Thursday, May 7th, with acoustic rockers Steve Brosky and Jimmy Meyer.
The FREE music will be held in Bethlehem's historic Sun Inn's courtyard.
All the concerts wil be held from 6PM until 8PM on Thursdays. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. You may even have a picnic while listening to the music. Several restaurants and the Sun Inn Preservation Association will sell food. Wine and beer will also be available.
The Downtown Bethlehen Association will validate parking tickets from the Walnut St. and North St. garages. … (2 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Another New Project In the Works
- 02/18/09 04:25 AM
Sand Island in Bethlehem is a city park surrounded by the Lehigh River. It's a place where city dwellers can get closer to nature without traveling far. There is a slight problem, though. There is no simple way of enjoying the river itself.
It is difficult to get a boat into the water because of the steep slopes. There are no decent picnic spots with a view of the river. And, if nature calls, there are no convenient rest rooms.
In light of these problems, the city leaders are looking to improve Sand Island. Last year, the city did … (2 comments)
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bethlehem pa: First Night in Bethlehem, PA
- 12/21/08 11:49 PM
First Night is a celebration held in Bethlehem, PA, to welcome the New Year. The festivities begin at 1PM on December 31st and end with a big bang at midnight.
This annual music and arts celebration offers more than 30 performers at 16 different venues, arts & crafts, snowman building, smore making, ice skating and more. Highlighting the festivities are 2 firework displays, one at 5:45 p.m. for the kids and another at midnight.
In addition to the festivities, First Night will also kick off a 5K race to welcome in the New Year.
Runners and walkers of … (6 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Holiday House Tour in Historic Bethlehem, PA
- 12/12/08 12:03 AM
The Bethlehem Historic District Association will be holding its 5th Holiday House Tour this Saturday, December 13th. The tour will include putzes, a renovated hotel and 7 houses, all decorated for the holidays.
It is a self guided tour and will include the Moravian Sisters House on Church Street, which has a display of 150 miniature putzes from the collection of George Dvorsky.
The tour also includes the recently renovated suites in the historic Hotel Bethlehem.
The tour is held from 10AM - 4PM. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 the day of the tour. Advance … (2 comments)
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bethlehem pa: The Christmas Spectacular 2008
- 12/10/08 11:48 PM
The Christmas season in known for giving. Here is an opportunity for all who enjoy the songs and artists from the 60's to enjoy the benefit concert.
The Camelot for Children's Christmas Spectacular is one of the Lehigh Valley's longest running holiday benefit concerts and will be held this Saturday, December 13th at 7PM. It will be held at Lehigh University's Stabler Arena in Bethlehem, PA.
In its 22nd year, it is an oldies extravaganza featuring hitmakers from the 60's, including Peter Noone and the Herman's Hermits ("There's a Kind of Hush", I'm Into Something Good", "Henry the … (0 comments)
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bethlehem pa: The Annual Nazareth to Bethlehem Peace Pilgrimage to be Held
- 12/08/08 04:58 AM
Once again, the annual Nazareth to Bethlehem Peace Pilgrimage will be held at noon Saturday, December 13th.
The walk's original purpose was to help focus on the meaning of Christmas by recreating the journey of the Holy Family on Christmas Eve. The importance of it has expanded to become a symbol uniting those seeking to promote peace across the world.
The walk, which will be in it's 49th year, will be held rain or shine. The walkers will meet and 10:30AM at Broad St. in Bethlehem. They will then be transported to the Nazareth Moravian Church, where the 10 mile … (0 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Come Out and Enjoy the Moravian Christmas Concerts This Holiday Season
- 12/04/08 01:59 AM
Bethlehem, PA, better known as the Christmas City, has many events happening during the holiday season. In addition to Christkindlmarkt and the Christmas City Cirque, there will be Moravian Christmas Concerts to attend. It's not Christmas unless you have Christmas music.
This holiday season, you can discover the story of the early Moravians and their interactions with the American Indians as they share the true meaning of Christmas.
A Moravian Music Christmas, presented by Central Moravian Church, is a fun family show featuring historic Moravian figures, Mainstreet Brass and the Central Moravian Church Choir performing Christmas classics and traditional Moravian hymns.
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bethlehem pa: Christmas City Cirque Back Once Again
- 12/04/08 01:44 AM
Bethlehem, PA will once again host the Cirque Shows this year. It is a spectacular show of high flying acrobats, awe-inspiring contortionists and dancers in dazzling, colorful costumes. The Christmas City Cirque will perform one weekend only, on Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 27-28, at 3 and 7 p.m.
The Christmas City Cirque features the talents of the Imperial Circus of China, showcases an incredible blend of high-pole acrobatics, stunning aerial acts, amazing juggling routines and brilliant choreography. Clowns, dancers and a performance of the centuries-old Chinese Lion Dance, complete with dancers dressed in lion costumes, will add to the magic.
So come out for … (4 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Christkindlmarkt in Bethlehem, PA Back for another Christmas Season
- 12/04/08 01:24 AM
Christkindlmarkt got off to a great start Thanksgiving weekend in historic Bethlehem, PA. It will continue until the weekend before Christmas and is open Thursday and Friday evenings and all day Saturdays and Sundays.
It has been named one of the tope holiday markets in the world by "Travel & Leisure". Christkindlmarkt features exquisite, handcrafted works by the nation's finest artisans, live holiday music, delicious food and more. New this year is an expanded Tannenbaum Café highlighted by beautiful decorations, talented performers and a larger dining area.
There is always plenty of incentive to return to … (0 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Bethlehem, PA Bringing Back Mounted Police
- 09/13/08 01:13 AM
Bethlehem, PA had brought back the mounted police at Musikfest this year. It turned out to be a huge success and, therefore, Bethlehem is considering adding the mounted patrol to their police force.
Of course, Bethlehem has many details to iron out in regards to the mounted police. The police department is looking at having 2 horses and 3 officers patrol the historic downtown area of Bethlehem. The horses main use would be for patrols, but may also be used in parades and the city's many festivals. It could be a great public relations tool.
Bethlehem's mounted patrol would be … (2 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Enjoy Music? Then Musikfest 2008 is for You!
- 07/28/08 08:27 AM
Do you enjoy music? You do?? Then come join us at the 25th Annual Musikfest in Bethlehem, PA. It will start Friday evening, August 1st, run through the whole week and go out with a bang on Sunday evening, August 10th.
Musikfest has music for everyone's tastes. They have small bands, large bands, music from different ethnic backgrounds, rock 'n' roll, jazz, pop, soul, etc. You name it and you'll most likely find it here. You can even dance to the polka music, if you wish.
Each year there are many big name performers. This year there are: Kool and … (6 comments)
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bethlehem pa: 23rd Annual Blueberry Festival in Bethlehem, PA
- 07/17/08 08:08 AM
You can tell it's summer time when many festivals are being held in the area. One of them is the Blueberry Festival in Bethlehem, PA. It is a 3 day celebration of blueberries, music, food and family fun.
It will be held from July 18th through the 20th. The hours are from 2PM - 8PM on Friday, 11AM - 8PM on Saturday and Sunday from 11AM - 7PM.
The event will occur at the Burnside plantation in Bethlehem. Admission is $8, $7 for senior citizens, $4 for children ages 12 - 16 and children 11 and under get in for … (2 comments)
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bethlehem pa: Christkindlmarkt in Bethlehem, PA
- 11/19/07 03:28 AM
It is the time of year, once again, where thoughts go to Christmas and Holiday shopping. One place that is great to go Holiday Shopping is Christkindlmarkt in historic Bethlehem, PA. It will start November 23, 2007 and run until December 31, 2007 and will be open 7 days a week for the first time this year.
Not only does Christkindlmarkt offer many arts, crafts and assorted gift ideas, it offers many exciting attractions. You can see artists making ice carvings, glass blowers, and many other craftspeople at work. For the first time this year there will be a liquid fireworks display. … (4 comments)
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