Locals know it and love it. Others come from far and wide to enjoy Lehigh Valley’s 10-day summer music festival year after year. From live performances and popular headliners to mouthwatering food and a variety of flavorful beverages, Musikfest continues to delight guests of all ages. This year it comes with some special new additions to the programming, including a whole ... »
The Great Allentown Fair has been a Lehigh Valley tradition for nearly 165 years. Over time, it has meant the last blast of summer fun and entertainment for area residents, as well as tourists. It has games, novelty attractions, food vendors, and amusement rides. It has the big name concerts and the annual Labor Day Demolition Derby. Each year, thousands of people attend t... »
With its collection of beautifully restored 18th century buildings, enticing restaurants, tasteful art galleries and antique and boutique shopping, New Hope is considered by many to be one of the top tourism spots in eastern Pennsylvania. Located on the west bank of the Delaware River, directly across the water from Lambertville, New Jersey, New Hope was traditionally used... »
As the new school year begins, it’s important to encourage our children’s success. However, getting books, backpacks and “first day of school” outfits, can sometimes overshadow the things that make for a smooth and successful start to the school year. Here’s an alphabetical guide to the 26 details not to forget this Back to School season. A is for Ask questions. Ask your c... »
When some people think about eating healthy, visions of crunchy bitter greens, steamed flavorless sides, and unrealistic phrases like “a small handful of nuts” may come to mind. But rather than completely depriving yourself, a few simple swaps throughout the day can help you reach your nutrition goals without wilting your taste buds or sacrificing flavor. Instead of Spaghe... »
Whether you're heading back to the classroom or the dorm, we've found some of the best back to school items you can pick up right here in the Valley! »
You see them around parks… strange looking chain baskets that are perched on a pole. A little metal tree of weirdness standing alone. What are they? They are frisbee golf hole baskets, and I wanted to try it. How hard could it be to throw a bunch of Frisbees into a basket? I had it all planned out. I invited four of my friends for a frisbee golf afternoon. But, trying to s... »
Every 26 seconds, a student in the United States drops out of high school. Within the confines of the Lehigh Valley, approximately 2.5 students drop out every single day. In 1970, the US held the highest graduation rate out of all developed countries. Today, it ranks 22nd out of 27. While these numbers are staggering, there’s still hope. “Every student is one caring adult ... »
You might want to think twice before you throw something away. There are plenty of ways you can upcycle something old into something useful and entirely unrecognizable. Here are just a few of them. Use Mason jars as candleholders. To cast romantic lighting, place a votive candle in a thick-walled glass and anchor it in a bed of sand or small pebbles. Add slits to old pillo... »
For more than fifty years, Curtis E. Schneck, Inc. has been constructing quality, custom-built homes and commercial properties in the Lehigh Valley. A 1951 graduate of Parkland High School, Schneck started working in construction when he was just 18 years old. “Right after I graduated high school, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do with my life,” he said. “So I took a job w... »
