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Happy weekend, Allentown!
In today’s happening-today edition: Parade of Shamrocks, Rod Stewart, Pints & Pies reopens for March Madness, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Carved by a wild river: Lehigh Gorge State Park is a short drive from Allentown, with waterfall hikes, canyon views, and miles of the D&L Trail, plus scenic train rides and fishing — explore the park’s highlights.
Build skills and compete regionally: River Crossing YMCA enrollment is open for spring travel basketball for Bethlehem area grades 6-9. Games run April and May, with Doylestown tournament June 6. Registration closes March 22 — get all the details.
Beloved hangout nears comeback: Bethlehem’s Pints & Pies Neighborhood Pub reopens today after a late November fire, just in time for March Madness, bringing back its menu, staff, and craft beer vibe locals love — get all the reopening details.
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Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Serious fry situation: Union & Finch gives fries main-character energy, with Finch Fries, truffled takes, and unapologetically rich poutine. Craving steak frites or moules frites? They keep it unfussy. Crisp, hot, proudly salty… even your ketchup bottle will feel seen.
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Chase some lines: Little Lehigh Parkway winds 18 holes through rolling hills, with the creek ready to punish a slip. It’s a scenic walk and a steady nerves test. Bring a trusted midrange, grab a friend, and hunt for clean drives, smart layups, and a few satisfying pars.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🔎 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.
☘ Parade of Shamrocks @ Broad Street (Bethlehem) | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Bethlehem’s Parade of Shamrocks is going full St. Paddy’s, and the Bernese Mountain Dog crew wants in. If you and your Berner want to strut downtown, they’re forming a group, costumes encouraged, RSVPs needed soon. Expect wagging tails, no speed demons, and neighborly cheer.
🍀 Lucky Cash and Gift Card Bingo @ St. Francis of Assisi Church | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Break out your lucky dabber, this parish bingo bash pays out cash and gift cards every game, $25 to $100. Snag tickets for $25 now or roll the dice at the door for $30, with food, drinks, a 50-50 raffle, and an Adult Cheer Basket.
🌸 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.
🏒 Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Wilkes Barre Scranton Penguins @ PPL Center | Sunday (3/15) at 3:05 PM – Call it a proper Pennsylvania throwdown: the Phantoms hosting the Baby Pens, with slapshots, chirps, and that sweet minor-league chaos. It’s spirited, affordable, and close to home, so grab your crew, park once, and let Allentown do the rest.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Allentown report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 49°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 49. West wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. North wind 0 to 15 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 51°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 2%
Cloudy, with a high near 51. East wind 0 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Rain after 8pm. Cloudy, with a low around 44. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
This house is wild
This coming-soon listing cues up a splashy reveal. Fresh photos arrive Thursday 3/5, showings start Friday 3/6, and an open house lands Sunday 3/8 from 1 to 3 pm. The full details and polished visuals will showcase exactly what sets this address apart, right on schedule. The countdown is on.
Take a peek inside →
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