Good morning, Allentown.

Archer Music Hall at 939 Hamilton St. opened its doors today with a series of concerts featuring bands many music fans have long awaited+ Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk, whose office is five blocks away, called the new venue a welcome addition to local live music.

The venue will host more shows in the coming weeks+ residents can look forward to additional concerts that bring a fresh cultural experience to Allentown.

Penn State Master Gardeners of Lehigh and Northampton Counties held their third gardening conference where experts explained how to care for house plants, tend to berries, control outdoor pests and store herbs—vendors also sold plants, seeds and tools.

Common lawn plants like dandelions and violets provide essential nectar for over 575 butterfly species and other pollinators in North America as their habitats shrink—homeowners are encouraged to leave these blooms in their yards.

Sen. Chuck Grassley said the U.S. Center for SafeSport hired ex-Allentown officer Jason Krasley despite knowing he was under investigation at his old job (he is charged with serious sex crimes) and questioned the center's oversight of its hiring process.

During Autism Awareness Month, Allentown EMS added Carter Kits Sensory Bags to five ambulances to help children with autism feel less scared in emergencies — the kits have a weighted blanket, sensory toys and communication cards.

Paramedic John Hirschbeck, a father of a young boy with autism, said his team is also raising funds for Autism Society Lehigh Valley with custom patches.

Mat Return Open Wrestling Tournament

11:00 AM - 12:59 AM — Muhlenberg Memorial Hall — Entry fee applicable — Compete in the excitement of men's folkstyle and novice women's freestyle wrestling.

Nunsense Musical Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Discount tickets available — Enjoy a delightful night with the lovable antics of nuns in this entertaining musical.

Blue Zones Project Allentown Kick-off

10 AM – 3 PM — PPL Center — Free entry — Explore health and well-being through activities and local resources at this community kick-off event.

Easter Buffet

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Slopeside Pub & Grill — Enjoy a festive brunch or lunch buffet in a scenic ballroom setting.

Science Soiree

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Da Vinci Science Center — Tickets required — Celebrate 30 years of science with an engaging evening of exploration and discovery.

Pickle Fest

11 AM – 5 PM — Slatington EXPO Center — Free entry — Celebrate all things pickled with tastings, food pairings, and family-friendly fun.

Pinfest

10 AM - 7 PM — Allentown Agri-Plex — Registration required — Explore a vibrant indoor and outdoor flea market focused on pinball and gaming culture.

ROOTED - Allentown Health & Wellness Festival

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate health and wellness with local vendors, fitness classes, and wholesome food options.