Good morning, Allentown.

Lehigh Valley motorcyclists will ride in the final Tucker’s Toy Run on Nov.1 to deliver over 5,000 toys to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital.

The 15-year event—started in 2011 in memory of Tucker Stuart—has given more than 60,000 toys to local pediatric patients and will have a rain date on Nov.2.

Wilson Area LINCS Coalition for Families and Youth secured a $10,000 grant from Thrivent after earning over 700 votes out of 1,400 while beating 155 competitors + the funding will help the group continue programs addressing economic and public health needs in Wilson Area School District.

Motorists in Northampton County face lane restrictions and possible delays from PennDOT maintenance work that started on Sunday and will continue through Friday+ affecting daytime travel between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Projects include crack sealing on several roads and overnight lane closures on I-78 and Route 22 as well as reflector installation on Route 33+ with additional brush cutting subject to weather delays.

Volunteer fire companies in rural areas or places with fewer than 10,000 residents can apply for grants of up to $15,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with applications due electronically by 4 p.m. on Dec.

31 (total funding available is $882,000). The grants will cover training and equipment costs for fighting brush and forest fires and require matching funds.

Indoor Auto Racing will return to the PPL Center on Jan.

9 and 10 to kick off the 2026 series with high-speed TQ midgets racing on a 1/10th-mile oval track in the arena. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Oct. 29—available at the arena website or box office—and the weekend will also include support divisions and a special Friday night dash.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

6:30-7:29 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of Halloween music under candlelight.

Spooky Kiddie Car-nival

6-9 p.m. — Big Lots — $7/adult, kids free — Celebrate Halloween with trunks, candy, music, dancing, and costume contests in a safe outdoor environment.

Allentown Band Family Concert

2-5 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Youth with an adult FREE, Adults $5.00 — Experience a captivating blend of music and science in a high-definition presentation accompanying 'Pictures at an Exhibition'.

Día de los Muertos Celebration

1-5 p.m. — Arts Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant traditions of Día de los Muertos with family-friendly activities and cultural displays.

Taylor Acorn at The Americus Hotel

7 p.m. — The Americus Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham — Admission details unavailable — Experience an evening with Taylor Acorn in a beautiful Allentown venue.

Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA

8:45-9:44 p.m. — Vault 634 — Tickets available — Experience the magic of live music with classic hits from Queen and ABBA in an enchanting candlelit setting.

Allentown Speed Dating for Singles Over 50

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Tipsy's Bar & Lounge — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches and discover the spark in a friendly environment.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve

7-9 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a spectacular rock opera that blends holiday music with stunning theatrics.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Respect Graduate School — Materials included — Create your own Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish tea in a fun and relaxing setting.