Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
Good morning, Allentown.
Catasauqua High School Drama Club will present Seussical starting tomorrow at 7 p.m., with additional shows on March 14 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and on March 15 at 2 p.m. at the CHS auditorium at 2500 W.
Bullshead Road — the musical brings Dr. Seuss characters to life.
A musical showcase celebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities will take place at the Civic Theatre on Mar.
21 at 7:30 p.m. The Family Reunion will feature Black artists and covers of songs by Michael Jackson, Beyonce, and Luther Vandross (songs selected by auditionees).
Sidecardog Riley and Jim Shelanick will visit two Borough Elementary Schools on March 25 to read from their book, Sidecardog Riley and His Great Adventures, at 9 a.m. at Franklin and at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Siegfried — the book shares their Lehigh Valley rides.
At a Feb. 18 meeting, local educators discussed social media risks for youth (including incidents on Roblox) and planned a parent education event on online safety and mental health.
The coalition will reconvene at 7:45 a.m. March 18 in the district administration board room at 201 N. 14th St.
The Redevelopment Authority has issued a request for proposals to redevelop two city properties at 540 Hamilton St. and 725 N.
10th St.—the projects seek community-focused plans to boost local economic growth and neighborhood revitalization.
Lehigh University and Good Shepherd Rehabilitation are testing MABLE Maps, a smartphone app to help people with special needs navigate inside Good Shepherd Rehabilitation’s Hyland Center at 850 South 5th Street.
The ongoing study invites volunteers (18+) to help researchers refine the indoor navigation system.
Today the Allentown Planning Commission conditionally approved two mixed-use apartment projects—a seven-story building with over 240 units on Riverside Drive and a 16-story building with 360 units on North Front Street.
Developer John Palumbo said the projects aim to tap growing demand as many new residents move into Allentown.
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.
StamperCon Allentown
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat — The Allentown Fairgrounds — $6.00 — Celebrate creativity in crafting at this vibrant convention.
Bridgeport Islanders vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms
7:05-9:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticketed event — Exciting AHL action as the Islanders take on the Phantoms at home.
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