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It’s Friday, Allentown! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Free 24/7 Narcan kiosks, Wawa grand opening, and Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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đź“° In the news
Access to lifesaving tools: Lehigh County Drug and Alcohol launched two 24/7 health kiosks in Allentown and Slatington offering free Narcan and hygiene supplies, funded by opioid settlement dollars with no taxpayer funds used — get all the details.
Community compromise takes shape: Allentown School Board approved modular classrooms to expand the Sonia Sotomayor Academy, and a revised plan will keep Midway Manor’s snack shed, easing worries for park events and soccer programs — read the full story.
Ribbon-cutting and community fun: A new Wawa in Allentown opened Feb. 26 with giveaways and a Hoagies for Heroes contest, part of its 2026 Grand Opening Tour featuring 100 celebrations in 14 states — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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đź’Ž Local business spotlight
Frame that masterpiece: Art Gallery & Frame Shop turns kids’ doodles, diplomas, jerseys, and oddly sentimental keepsakes into display-worthy pieces, offering a wide range of mats and mouldings plus easy, thoughtful guidance. Consider this your gentle nudge to rescue that forgotten treasure from the closet.
Backyard level-up: Splinters out, chill time in. Milltek Decking & Railing designs and builds wood or composite decks, and handles permits to keep things simple. Think weeknight dinners, lazy Saturdays, and sturdy rails that look good and last. Upgrade your backyard without the headache.
Local seafood go-to: Craving briny comfort? Youell’s Oyster House serves raw-bar slurps, buttery crab cakes, and rotating fresh catches in a cozy neighborhood setting. Perfect for easy dinners with friends or a solo treat-yourself moment… no fuss, just deeply satisfying seafood that feels welcoming, unfussy, and exactly what you wanted.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🌸 Lehigh Valley Flower Show @ Allentown Agri-Plex | Friday (3/13) – Shake off that Pennsylvania-winter crust and stroll into the Lehigh Valley Flower Show, where top local landscape designers turn cabin fever into walk-through gardens and fresh ideas. It smells like hope, compost, and tulips. You will leave debating mulch colors, budgeting for a patio, and smiling.
💖 Hopelessly Devoted to You: A Salute to Olivia Newton-John @ Wind Creek Event Center (Bethlehem) | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 PM – Think you still know every word to Grease, and maybe the high notes from Physical? This tribute to Olivia Newton-John serves up all the hits, tight harmonies, and just enough sparkle to forgive our creaky knees. Bring your inner Sandy, leave the roller skates.
🔎 Historic Leprechaun Hunt @ Historic Downtown Bethlehem | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Think your kid can outwit a leprechaun? Bethlehem’s Historic District turns into a St. Patrick’s Day hunt with age-based trails, QR-coded riddles, and prizes for all, plus a Pot of Gold for the quickest big kids. You get air, coffee, and the illusion of cardio.
🍀 Leprechaun Mischief & Craft @ Moravian Book Shop (Bethlehem) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’re corralling grandkids or just need an excuse to roam the stacks, Moravian Book Shop has a leprechaun on the loose, and they need sleuths. Find the rascal, then craft a glorious ginger beard while supplies last, a low-stakes adventure with high charm.
🏛 Historical Tour @ Mack Trucks Historical Museum | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Take a slow lap through the Mack Museum in Allentown, a self-guided stroll through American grit where the trucks are massive, and the stories are bigger. Ambassadors field the nerdy questions, you toss in a suggested five bucks, no reservations, and off you go.
🌸 Flower Illustration with Ink @ Bloomery Art Co. | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Whether your sketchbook is dusty or dog-eared, this beginner-friendly ink workshop gets you drawing spring blooms with fine liners and artist pens. Learn line variation, texture, and contour from a pro, then leave with a frame-worthy floral, tailored to your style. No green thumb required.
🎶 Carnegie Hall Preview Concert @ Christ Lutheran Church, Allentown PA | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – The Allentown Band warms up for their Carnegie Hall showcase with a free hometown preview, Ronald Demkee on the podium. Think world-class brass without the tolls, the schlep, or Midtown prices. Polished, proud, and very Allentown.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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Weather forecast
Today – High: 48°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 7%
Partly sunny, with a high near 48. South wind 5 to 20 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of rain between 7pm and 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 36. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 50°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 50. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33.
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