Good morning, Allentown.

Bloom for Women (Easton-based nonprofit) received the 2026 Ed Stout Memorial Award for Outstanding Victim Advocacy at a ceremony in Washington on April 21, and it used the accolade to boost public awareness of its support services for survivors.

Earlier, city leaders and the Allentown Garden Club marked Arbor Day with a tree planted at Fountain Park; today, the Old Allentown Preservation Association with Union and West End Cemetery will plant 44 trees at 10th and Chew Streets starting at 9:00 a.m.

Live Nation's Summer of Live promotion returns Wednesday, April 29, offering $30 concert tickets to acts like Guns N' Roses, Jason Aldean, Lil Wayne, and Pitbull (members get early access until Tuesday, April 28) at select local venues; fans can buy up to four tickets per event while supplies last.

The Society of the Arts has repurposed an 1855 farmhouse in Upper Milford Township into a show house with 18 uniquely designed rooms to support the Allentown Art Museum, and the event will open May 2 and run for two weeks.

The Pennsylvania Dutch class graduation took place on April 9 at Jordan Lutheran Church in Orefield where 46 students celebrated their dialect with a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. In addition, instructors announced a new 13-week session starting Sept.

10 and supplemental guide with grammar materials is in the works.

Parkland officials have set the first day of school for Aug.

24 for the 2026–2027 term, providing nine days of classes before Labor Day weekend and teacher development on Aug. 18, 19, and 20 (as part of county-wide scheduling).

On April 17, education specialists from the Lehigh Valley Zoo brought a ball python, a leopard tortoise and crevecoeur chickens Lola & Atilla the Hen to Phoebe Allentown Healthcare Center (1925 W.

Turner St.) where residents enjoyed an interactive animal visit.

Wildlands Conservancy announced summer camps, volunteer roles, and free education events for 2026; the 30th Lehigh River Sojourn runs June 19-21, Summer Camp runs June 8 through Aug.

21, and free programs occur May 5 (for young birders) and May 13 (for meadow tours) at Trexler Nature Preserve.

The Allentown School District approved a balanced 2026-2027 budget with a proposed 2.9% property tax increase to pay for deferred maintenance ($400 to $500 million total, about $71 per homeowner).

Other regional districts face bigger tax hikes to cover their budget gaps.

On Apr. 15, PASenator Miller announced that PENNVEST funding will support water infrastructure projects in Lehigh and Northampton counties, including replacing lead service lines in Allentown census tracts (0700, 0800, 1900, 2100 and 9700) to safeguard public health and help keep utility bills steady.

Devonta Smith and Friends Celebrity Softball Game

12 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Tickets required — Enjoy a star-studded celebrity softball game featuring NFL players and a Home Run Derby.

The Felice Brothers Concert

7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Ticket info not available — Enjoy a night of live music with the Felice Brothers, featuring cuts from their laid-back album 'Undress'.

Dayseeker Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — All ages welcome — Experience the vibrant sounds of Dayseeker from the central music scene.

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac's timeless tunes performed under candlelight.

Hit The Light & Major League Concert

7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience a rock concert with four dynamic performers bringing the spirit of rock to life.

Cosmic Baseball Spectacle

8 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket lottery required — Experience the excitement of baseball lit up by neon lights and unforgettable entertainment.

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Respect Graduate School — Includes materials and Turkish tea — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp in a fun and relaxing workshop.

Motion City Soundtrack Concert

10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — All ages welcome — Experience a full day of music from the renowned Motion City Soundtrack as they take the stage at Archer Music Hall.

Scranton Wilkes Barre RailRiders at Lehigh Valley IronPigs

6:05-7:05 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting Minor League baseball game featuring local teams.

Seth Witcher Acoustic Show at Iron Pigs Baseball Game

5-9 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park CLUB LEVEL — Ticketed event — Enjoy an acoustic set from local talent Seth Witcher during the Iron Pigs game.