Good morning, Allentown.

The Parkland Garden Club held its first meeting on Feb.

9 at its new location (St. John's United Church of Christ in Fogelsville) where Matt Worthington from Wild Birds Unlimited explained how to build natural habitats. Photo contest winners were also announced, with future events coming soon.

Cedar Crest College launched Advance at Cedar Crest, a new professional learning initiative that offers flexible online courses in business, healthcare and technology, aimed at helping working professionals, career starters and employer partners in the Lehigh Valley.

The program (on-demand and skills-focused) is now open for enrollment.

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs reminds drivers that purchasing a women veterans license plate supports programs for over 62,000 Pennsylvania women veterans – the special plates range from $28 to $43 and require completing an application form.

Sen. John Fetterman and Sen. Dave McCormick will join host Tony Iannelli (Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce president and CEO) on WFMZ’s Business Matters on Monday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. on 69 News for a half-hour interview.

LANTA will raise fares starting Monday, March 23 — a single ride will cost $2.50 and a day pass $5, and transfers will no longer be issued on board.

The senior pass remains free as the agency adjusts to inflation.

Statewide, Pennsylvania's median home price rose 3% to $287,500 in February as home sales jumped 48% from January, though the Lehigh Valley saw a slight dip.

The number of listings increased nearly 2% year-over-year, giving buyers more options in a stabilizing market.

Officials announced nearly $3.7M in federal funding to kick off a $75M Iron Works project in Catasauqua, adding 60 apartments + up to a dozen townhomes while widening Front Street to form a downtown that spurs more growth.

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.

Dashboard Confessional Concert

7-9 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt melodies from Dashboard Confessional's latest album 'All The Truth That I Can Tell'.