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Allentown
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sunset Stables, owned by Karen Prechtel, hosted its grand opening Market Day on Sept. 13 where visitors toured the organic farmette and sampled natural products+ skin care made with homegrown ingredients. The business will offer Market Days on Saturdays and work with local farms to support a healthier lifestyle. Bethlehem Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ArtsQuest announced the 33rd annual Christkindlmarkt, presented by Univest Financial, will expand with a new Winter Wonderland—adding more vendor booths, family zones, and live holiday performances. The market will run on multiple weekends from Nov. 14 through Dec. 21 with free Friday admittance and improved guest flow. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ Liberty High School Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables in its auditorium on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. and on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 1 and 7 p.m.—the play follows orphan Anne Shirley as she finds a home with the Cuthbert siblings on Prince Edward Island. Bethlehem Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Muhlenberg College is partnering with Edcor to expand access to degree and certificate programs for working professionals. The college will join Edcor’s national network—providing companies and employees with tuition benefits and flexible enrollment options for career growth. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Northwestern Elementary hosted a Veterans Day Celebration Assembly on November 7 to honor local heroes—students, staff, veterans and families enjoyed patriotic songs, artwork and flag ceremonies. School scouts placed a flag in the rotunda and kindergartners greeted veterans to show respect for their service. Bethlehem Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh County Authority is warning nearly 43,000 customers by mail about the type of water service lines on their property as it prepares to replace lead pipes under new EPA rules. The effort aims to reduce lead exposure with replacements scheduled through 2037 and costs now estimated at $200 million — a major public health project for the area. Lehigh Valley News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allentown's Parks and Recreation Department unveiled its draft plan—Our City in a Park—that sets broad goals for modernizing parks over the next 10 to 15 years using input from recent public meetings. Residents can submit feedback online until November 23 and the plan will be presented to City Council in mid-January, with adoption expected on Feb. 4. WLVR
- ➤ The Allentown Environmental Advisory Council approved two letters on Monday that call for changes to the city parks master plan and a new Climate Action Plan—its recommendations include adding cooling centers and more green spaces. The letters will be submitted during the comment period before the parks plan is presented on Jan. 21 and voted on Feb. 4. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ City crews began clearing a homeless camp along Jordan Creek on Monday by removing tents and debris near Union Street — Hamilton Street as part of a two-week operation. Crews will remove more tents and debris between Hamilton and Gordon streets next week while at least one evicted resident said he was unsure where to go. WLVR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Larken Associates announced new leases with Albert Appliances and Root’d Corp at Allentown Commons today—expanding the mix of local and regional stores at 1302 Hanover Ave. The leases cover 2,606 and 2,150 square feet and add variety to the shopping center. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ The old Glidden Paint site on Bern Street has been renamed North Reading Plaza+its new label fits plans to redevelop the property into a shopping center+more details about the project are expected to be released soon. 69 News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Class of 1995 30th Class Reunion
6-10 p.m. — The Fairgrounds Hotel — $25 admission — Celebrate the big 30th reunion with buffet dinner and great memories.
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Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Walk
1-3 p.m. — 1869 Luckenbach Mill — $20-45 — Work off your holiday feast with fun runs and a pet costume contest in support of community heritage.
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Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Utica Comets
7:05-8:35 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting ice hockey showdown between the Phantoms and the Comets.
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Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures
7-8:30 p.m. — PPL Center — Family-friendly pricing available — Embark on an adventurous ride with Mickey Mouse and friends to famous Disney destinations.
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Eric Mintel Quartet Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating jazz sounds of Eric Mintel and his quartet, blending original compositions with smooth improvisation.
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