Good morning, Allentown.

On May 2, Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Bethlehem planted 145 plants at Sand Island Children’s Garden to create a pollinator bed against Vo-Tech mural art.

The $2,400 project, celebrating their 110th anniversary and guided by Janice Schmidt, noted weekly noon meetings (at Prime) for new members.

Northampton County Area Agency on Aging will distribute $25 farmers market vouchers in-person to eligible seniors meeting income criteria at its Bethlehem office + local senior centers from June 1 to Sept.

15. Vouchers can be redeemed until Nov. 30.

SBA officials visited D Gillette Industrial Services in Easton to celebrate its 9,200% revenue jump and federal contracts success.

Lisa Shimkat and colleagues highlighted how SBA support + COVID loans and fair trade initiatives helped the women-led firm expand from 3,000 sqft to a 35,000 sqft facility.

ArtsQuest Foundation announced honorees for the 10th Anniversary Linny Awards presented by Elaine Emrick to honor leaders in our arts community.

The event will be held on Oct. 15 at Musikfest Café at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks with a new Culinary Artist of the Year category.

The Lehigh Valley Comic Convention, celebrating its 25th anniversary, will take place this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Allentown Fairgrounds (302 N.

17th Street), featuring comic books, a gaming tournament, cosplay contest, and noted guest artists.

Allentown will host the Lehigh Valley Comic Convention at the Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7.

The 25th anniversary event will feature 500 tables of comic books and pop culture merchandise and over 60 guests including Marvel and DC artists (Bob Almond and Darren Auck).

Moravian Academy hosted its Class of 2026 commencement on Saturday, May 30 at the Snyder House lawn as family and friends cheered 76 graduates.

Speeches honored the students’ achievements & marked a hopeful beginning for their futures.

Dieruff High's official husky Kiska VI is recovering after emergency surgery four days ago when a bone pierced her stomach and caused internal bleeding.

She will return to school events soon and lead the graduation procession.

Lehigh Carbon Community College has announced nearly $500K in scholarships for Lehigh County residents with most funds aimed at those with a history of opioid use or incarceration.

The program covers full tuition for workforce certifications — eligible applicants should apply on a rolling basis — offering new opportunities for career advancement.

Notre Dame HS held its 68th Commencement Exercises on May 30, where 117 seniors celebrated graduation and honored the late Deacon Anthony Koury who served the school for 43 years.

Valedictorian Michael Koury III paid tribute to his great-uncle and reminded students that the school family lasts a lifetime.

Lehigh Valley Health Network unveiled a Mobile Health Care Coach with exam rooms and virtual care at a ribbon-cutting event on Tuesday, June 2 at the hospital in Lower Nazareth Township; it will partner with schools and businesses to bring care to underserved areas.

The Lehigh County Coroner’s Office urges parents to use safe sleep practices for infants after four local deaths linked to co-sleeping, and it works with the Allentown Health Bureau to offer home visits that help caregivers create safe sleep spaces.

Freddie Gibbs Concert

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying performance by Freddie Gibbs in Allentown.

The Beach Boys Concert

5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Univest Performance Center — Ticket prices may vary — Celebrate over 50 years of surf rock with America's legendary band.

Journey Concert

7-9 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sound of Journey live in Allentown as they perform their timeless hits.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Respect Graduate School — Includes materials and refreshments — Create a stunning Turkish mosaic lamp in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Luke Bryan Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of country music star Luke Bryan live.

Monster Truck Show

1-3:50 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Tickets $28.50 — Experience thrilling monster truck action with top drivers competing for glory.