Good morning, Allentown.

Allentown program SELF!

House was honored statewide this week as a Lehigh Valley Hero by the Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter of the American Red Cross. The home provides up to five rooms for women re-entering society to gain support that helps them rebuild independence, secure jobs, and start anew.

Pennsylvania employers can claim a 25% tax credit on up to $500 in matching contributions per employee for PA 529 and PA ABLE accounts (the programs help with education and disability expenses).

Gas prices in Allentown have spiked after global oil supply disruptions linked to international conflict, with local pumps now averaging $3.59 per gallon—up about 47 cents from before.

Drivers are experiencing these higher costs today as markets adjust.

Lehigh Carbon Community College remains closed due to an IT disruption this week, so all live classes, meetings, and appointments are canceled.

Remote classes continue through Zoom + Canvas while off campus courses, clinicals and workforce training proceed as scheduled.

March Hoops Championship Celebration

12:00 AM – 11:30 PM — Sports & Social Allentown — $100 fan gear gift card and food package for winning table — Celebrate March Madness with great food and prizes at your local hotspot.

West End St. Patrick’s 5K

12:00 – 1:20 PM — Brown Hall — Celebrate Irish culture with a festive racing spirit at the Lehigh Valley's fun 5K event.

Community Event: Unlock Your Rebate

10 AM – 1 PM — Allentown YMCA — Free entry — Discover if you qualify for property tax or rent rebates with the help of local organizations.

HARDY's COUNTRY! COUNTRY! TOUR

7-8:30 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience HARDY's blend of grit and heart in his celebrated return to country roots.

Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Springfield Thunderbirds

7:05-8:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the thrilling showdown between the Phantoms and Thunderbirds in an exciting ice hockey match.

Tigers Jaw Concert

7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — $52-$53 — Catch Tigers Jaw live in concert with last-minute tickets available.

Music Monday at Allentown Library

10-11 a.m. — Allentown Public Library — Free entry — Bring your littles for a fun music session in the Children’s Department.

Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins at Lehigh Valley Phantoms

7:05-8:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the exciting matchup between local hockey teams in the heart of Allentown.