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Rustic Charm in Tinicum

Stone farmhouse on 88 acres in Upper Bucks County. Deep window sills, wood-burning ﬁreplaces, and exposed wood beams. Eat-in kitchen, and luxurious master suite with private balcony that overlooks the creek and in-ground pool. $1,585,000

4 BRs in Palisades SD

is center hall colonial is perfectly situated on 3.68 acres, combining elegant design with cozy country charm & topof-the-line accoutrements. Located in the desirable Tinicum Township, close to commuter routes & shopping. $875,000

High Meadow Farm

Enjoy seamless fusion of old and new in this Upper Bucks country estate. Wood ﬂoors, deep sill windows, quartz countertops. Positioned on 25 acres with fenced pastures, meandering stream, and expertly renovated structures. $799,000

Two Lots in Upper Saucon

In the community of Maple Ridge Estates, these are two of the few remaining lots. With 2.3 acres each, oﬀering open and wooded land, and topography that allows your home to be positioned for a walk-out basement. $285,000 each.

6.5 Acres in Bucks County

Set on a gently sloping hillside on a country road, this contemporary home is a wonderful escape. Plentiful windows, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, and brick wood-burning ﬁreplace accents the open concept dining & living area. $439,000

Premiere Saucon Valley Estate

Set on 2.4 acres, with a timeless design that offers sophisticated yet functional living space. Gourmet kitchen with top-of-theline appliances, beamed cathedral ceiling, walls of glass, and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. $1,695,000

3,500 SqFt in Historic Bethlehem

is elegant 118 year old home in the heart of Bethlehem oﬀers a living space brimming with possibility. 5 fully carpeted bedrooms, 2 full baths, sunroom, and oﬃce with walls of windows. Large yard and detached 2-car garage. $699,000

Saucon Valley Estate

Surpassing & exceeding expectations, this 5,000 sq.ft. stone manor takes every advantage of its incredible 8 acres, providing privacy, a garden-party lawn & inground pool surrounded by stone walls & terraces. 4 BR, 3 ﬁreplaces. $1,950,000

Beautiful Stone Farmhouse

Authentically restored homestead uniﬁes a 1760s log cabin & 1800s farmhouse into a single residence. Exposed beams, deep sill windows, pine ﬂoors. 3 BRs, 2.5 baths, 11+ acres. Close to commuter routes & shopping in LV. $660,000

Saucon Valley Hillside

Wraparound porch, painted pine exterior, and an open floor plan encompasses four levels of dramatic living space. A magnificent three-story stone fireplace anchors the main level. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3,203 sqft. 2.5 acres. $549,000

White Acre Manor

is stunning home boasts architectural details. Double Spanish oak doors open to a 2.5-story foyer, accommodating family fun with a large granite kitchen, sunroom with walls of windows, theater room, and indoor pool. $2,850,000

Easy Saucon Living

Amidst the community of Saucon Fields, this condo is a treasure. Miles of walking trails, ﬁelds and fauna by day, unblemished starlight by night. Remodeled kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, ﬁnished lower level w/family room. $495,000

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Staging the summer Friday cover shoot entailed some rearranging–fortunately, our art director made sure everything was just right! Pg. 62.

Take a Summer Friday

There’s not much I love more than a summer Friday. Even for someone who truly enjoys their job as much as I do, I still freaking love a summer Friday. No matter what it is—an hour early, two hours early—there’s something about hopping in your car before 5 p.m., rolling down the windows and playing the song of the season on the radio, knowing you’ve got a jump-start to the weekend. Oftentimes, a summer Friday can be an unexpected, spur-of-the-moment gift. You’re given the go-ahead—now what? Fortunately, we’ve got you covered!

Turn to pg. 62 for 30 ways to spend your summer Fridays, whether you’re given a 4 o’clock out or the entire day off. From out-of-town events to local afternoon happenings, there’s something for everyone. And don’t worry, even if you won’t be granted the gift of a summer Friday, we’ve got tons of after-hours fun to make you feel like you were.

One way to spend your Friday evenings this summer? At an IronPigs home game at Coca-Cola Park! And we’re making sure you’re heading in fully prepared, from must-know trivia to the very best eats. Jump to pg. 70 and make the most of the season.

Here are three things our publisher is looking forward to this month!

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Spending a night at the IronPigs!

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At the Crayola Experience. They have AC!

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Reading whatever book Reese Witherspoon recommends by the pool.

Trail riding along the towpath or rail trail, or hiking at Harriman State Park, NY, two hours away.

Enjoying dinner out with friends to try a new restaurant, or home for a much-needed night-in folding laundry. (It’s a glamorous life!)

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

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Lori McLaughlin

Hopefully at happy hour or walking around outside at the Promenade!

working on this issue

Amy Unger

Contributing Writer

As relaxed as I can... wherever I may be!

One thing I learned is that the IronPigs take "fun" very seriously! The entire season is chock-full of theme nights, giveaways, contests and more. So even if you don't like basebasll, entertainment is easy to come by at Coca-Cola Park.

Hopefully somewhere close to water and margaritas!

Outdoors as much as possible with my daughter, whether it be at an IronPigs game, the Lehigh Valley Zoo or one of the area's many parks.

Susan Bianchi

Contributing Writer

I learned that fasting may increase longevity!

Hiking at sundown through Trexler Nature Preserve.

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The piece about young people and technology was a lot of food for thought. Realizing that kids are subject to the same mental health threats that social media poses to adults (depression and anxiety, instant gratification) but with fewer defenses, I think attention to this topic is important.

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GLORIOUS VIEWS, SPRINGFIELD TWP

14.5 acre Upper Bucks estate on a pristine hilltop location offers spectacular countryside views, extensive gardens, and Mansard-designed barn with paddock doors and cupola. 5 bedrooms (1st ﬂr master), 3 full/2 half baths. $2,200,000

WALK TO GOLF COURSE, UPPER SAUCON TWP

Elegant, maintenance-free condo living featuring top-ofthe-line ﬁnishes, a sleek chef’s kitchen, and 800-bottle wine room. Across from Saucon Valley Country Club. 2 bedrooms (1st ﬂr master), 2 full/2 half baths. $1,025,000

PREMIER CUL-DE-SAC LOT,

LOWER SAUCON TWP

Immaculate, move-in-ready

home with extensive updates and upgrades offering mature landscaping, a Trex deck, and gas-wired ﬁre pit on a nearly 3 acre, ﬂat lot. 4 bedrooms, 3 full/2 half baths. $825,000

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SAUCON VALLEY LOCATION, LOWER SAUCON TWP

Pristine condominium located in an exclusive 6-unit development within walking distance to Saucon Valley CC golf courses. 4 Bedrooms, 4 full/1 half bath. CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION!

HOME OF DISTINCTION,

LOWER SAUCON TWP

Classic home of distinction in sought after Saddle Ridge, surrounded by natural beauty, glorious views of the Lehigh Valley & enhanced by top of the line amenities. Nearly 1.5 acres; 4 bedrooms, 3 full/1 half bath.

$799,000

RENOVATED BRICK COLONIAL W/POOL, SPRINGFIELD TWP

Beautifully updated yet traditional home situated on over 10 lush acres with amazing mountain views in Palisades SD. Complete with private backyard for entertaining and over sized in-ground pool. 4 bedrooms, 2 full/1 half bath. $535,000

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HEAVENLY VISTAS,

UPPER SAUCON TWP

Elegantly designed Weyhill

Woods home with a gourmet kitchen and relaxing sun room delivers sweeping views of the Lehigh Valley. 4 bedrooms, 3 full/2 half baths, 2.5 acres. $984,000

EXQUISITE PRIVATE GROUNDS W/POOL, LOWER SAUCON TWP

Gorgeous Saucon Valley home on 2.5 beautifully landscaped acres featuring copious specimen trees and an exquisite in-ground pool in a highly sought after neighborhood. 5 bedrooms, 4 full/1 half bath. $899,000

Phoebe Ministries Institute on Aging Beneﬁt

Located at DeSales University to beneﬁt health care workers and the community | Photography by Vlad Image Studio

1. Brynn and Jon Buskirk 2. Darin Mazepa and Kai Lukity-Mazepa 3. Dedan Ngare and Laurine Nyanya 4. Donald and Alison Seibert 5. Diane Kneller, Dave Matulevich, Greta Mast and Ron Miller 6. Scott and Mary Stevenson 7. Emilie and Garrett Bateman 8. Grace and Bob Hoyer 9. Jake and Brooke Fogel 10. Justin Raub and Alejandro Oliveros 11. Keith and Evelyn Williams 12. Mariel Cordero and Brenda DePaula 13. Lisa Engler, Regina Heiserman, Colene Murray, Amanda Waelchli, Samantha Sutton and Sara Palmer

Women & Teens of the Year

1. Amy Thompson, Andrea Weismiller, Nani Cuadrado, Susan Acevedo, Diane Harpster, Rachel Iacovone, Lina Perugini and Erica Hummel 2. Anna Holmes and Maryanne Talipan 3. Darlene Pors and Ann Marie Supinski 4. Lynn Heiney 5. Marlene and Mike Markle, and Cheryl Wilson 6. Virginia Oskin, Tina Hasselbusch and Melissa Siegfried 7. Rita Krick, Pat Schoenen and Dianne Zumas 8. Kris Warner

Located at the event center at blue to honor female volunteers in Bethlehem | Photography by Vlad Image Studio

1. Douglas Pelletier, Cindy and Emrich Stellar and Judy Guise 2. Jaime Ryan and Christina Gontarski 3. Rob Guerriere and Delia Chatlani

Located at Saucon Valley Country Club to beneﬁt the students of the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts

| Photography by Vlad Image Studio

American Red Cross Cabaret & Cuisine

1. John Conklin and Maria Esposito 2. Kristopher Dumschat and Sophie Kluthe 3. Jim and Caryn Dashukewich, Krista Ortwein and Mia Hatzis 4. Mark and Kelly Chando, and Lauren Condon 5. Nadya and Victor Salicetti, and Maria Slaska 6. Tom and Cathy Lynch

1. Debbie Kresge, and John and Tina Brown 2. Carrie Gradin and Jannette Saeger 3. Jennifer Massaro, Dawn Fernandez and Andrea King 4. Susan Allen and Lori Catanzaro 5. Kelli Hertzog, Kristen Rinaldi, Taylor Van Kooten and Emily Melendez 6. Nipa Neuhaus and Heather Kane

Located at Historic Hotel Bethlehem | Photography by Vlad Image Studio

10 things to Do This Month

JUNE 28

Kevin James

Most notably known for his role on King of Queens, comedian and actor Kevin James will perform at the Sands Bethlehem Events Center. Be prepared for a night of laughs.

$49.50–$85 | 8 p.m. | Sands Bethlehem Event Center | 77 Sands Blvd. Bethlehem | 610.297.7414 | sandseventcenter.com

JUNE 15 & 16

Father’s Day Weekend at the Zoo

Celebrate dad and spend the day at the Lehigh Valley Zoo, where guests can mingle with the animals from 10:30–11 a.m., followed by a meet and greet with two heroes from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A DJ will be on site on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

General Admission | Lehigh Valley Zoo | 5150 Game Preserve Rd. Schnecksville | 610.799.4171 | lvzoo.org

JUNE 8

Rosé on the River

A day on the river never tasted so good. At this fun and relaxing event, guests can sample a variety of international rosés, curated by wine consultant Marc Devlin, while taking in the stunning views of both the Delaware and Lehigh rivers. There will be oysters, hors d’oeuvres and live music. The event’s proceeds will beneﬁt the Greater Easton Development Partnership, and the scheduled rain date is June 15.

$100 | 6–9 p.m. | Scott Park | 130 Larry Holmes Dr., Easton 610.250.2078 | roseontheriver.com

JUNE 2

Your First Mud Run

The messier the better! Your First Mud Run is designed for both parents and kids alike, featuring 10–16 obstacles and totaling around two miles of muddy fun. Anyone over the age of ﬁve can participate—just make sure mom and dad have plenty of Clorox ready!

$35-$45 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem 610.297.7100 yourﬁrstmudrun.com

JUNE 1

Saucon Creek Arts Festival

Enjoy beautifully crafted art along the water for the ﬁfth annual Saucon Creek Arts Festival. Located at the Heller Homestead, the day will feature live music, food vendors and more. The festival is presented by the Saucon Valley Conservancy.

Photo by Adam Atkinson

Photo by John Muphy

JUNE 1 & 2

Lehigh Valley Food & Wine Festival

The area’s most celebrated event of its kind, the Lehigh Valley Food and Wine Festival brings top restaurants and chefs as well as wines from around the world to one place for locals to sample. VIP tickets promise early entry, cooking demonstrations, wine seminars and the ever-popular Champagne and Spirits Room.

General admission: $75; VIP: $100 | 1–4 p.m. | Sands Bethlehem Event Center | 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem 877.726.3777 | lehighvalleyfoodandwine.com

JUNE 8

Taste of Kutztown

Wine & Beer Festival

Sample, taste, shop and enjoy local Berks County favorites at the 10th annual Wine and Beer Festival. All proﬁts support local community and international causes throughout Kutztown.

General admission: $25; VIP: $50 | Noon–5 p.m. Kutztown Community Park 439 E. Main St., Kutztown | tasteofkutztown.com

TacoFest VIP tickets include unlimited tacos from 2018 LVS Restaurant Award Winner, Urbano Mexican Kitchen and Bar

JUNE 9

TacoFest

JUNE 11–15

16th Annual SouthSide Film Festival

Celebrate films and filmmakers from around the world right in Bethlehem’s south side. For more information on the event, please visit Deja Brew—the official SSFF Headquarters for all your festival questions.

$40–$50 | Various area locations 610.882.4300 | southsideﬁlmfestival.com

SteelStacks’ ﬁrst-ever TacoFest promises some of the region’s most tantalizing variations. Attendees can enjoy live music and margaritas while eating their way through the festival.

General admission: Free; 1–7 p.m.

VIP session one: 12:30–2:30 p.m.; VIP session two: 3:30–5:30 p.m. | $49.99–$59.99 Air Products Town Square at ArtsQuest Center 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem 610.297.7100 | steelstacks.org

JUNE 8

Blues, Brews & Barbecue

Listen to some classic blues music while enjoying barbecue and washing it all down with craft beer. The event is located in the heart of Downtown Allentown, and brings more than 20,000 blues enthusiasts out annually. With free music spanning six stages, it’ll be hard to feel blue.

Free | Noon–10 p.m. | Downtown Allentown 610.751.4929 | downtownallentown.com

Photo by Margaret Stahl

Photo by Marco Calderon

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Teaching Artist & Staff Exhibition

This event will feature art from the Banana Factory’s teaching artists and staff. The art is in the hallways of the building, showcasing around 45 pieces. It ranges, depending on who created it, but the exhibit mostly focuses on 2-D pieces that can be hung up. The artists submit artwork based on what they teach—this way, people can see the art and perhaps be inspired to take a class. Anyone that works there can submit their work, giving them a chance to show what they are passionate about. “It’s a way to showcase what our teachers and staff can do,” says Nicole Gencarelli, visual arts and education coordinator. Gencarelli herself has submitted work for this exhibit.

bananafactory.org

Art by Hillary Harpe

Bethlehem

BY KAREN KELLY

While visiting her three daughters at Lehigh University over the course of nine years, Karen Kelly became inspired. She’d stay at Historic Hotel Bethlehem, walk across the street to the Moravian Book Shop and read all about Bethlehem Steel. Kelly was enamored of Bethlehem Steel and how it impacted our country in so many ways, creating the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Rockefeller Center, Madison Square Garden and more. “The signiﬁcance of that extraordinary production boggled my mind,” she says. Bethlehem became one of her favorite towns and she found that she loved writing about it. And so, Kelly decided to set her debut novel during the time of Bethlehem Steel.

The book takes place during alternating timeframes of the 1920s and ’60s, and depicts the story of how far a mother will go to protect her family. In Bethlehem, Joanna Rafferty Collier moves into her husband’s family estate to help comfort her grieving mother-in-law after the passing of her father-in-law. Joanna hopes to heal her deteriorating marriage with her husband during her time there, but she discovers something completely unexpected. It’s a story of two complex women learning to understand each other and ultimately themselves. Dive into a novel of family dynamics and discover how powerful, lifelong secrets can shape our lives.

For 41 years, Myron Haydt Builders has been setting the standard in the Lehigh Valley for custom homebuilding. While maintaining a remarkably modest proﬁle, they have built a portfolio of projects that includes many of the area’s ﬁnest estate homes, and continue to create the most unique and spectacular homes throughout our area. It all begins with their ability to listen to and understand the clients needs, then designing and building them the home that not just expresses their dreams but perfectly blends into their lifestyle.

A 30-year member of the Lehigh Valley Builders Association, Myron is currently a Life Director and has served as Past President. e company a recipient of over 25 industry awards, has been featured in many publications and newspaper feature stories and has had the honor of being internationally recognized on the Dream Builders show, which airs on the HGTV television network.

Nationally recognized Home Builder Digest named Haydt 2018 Best Custom Home Builder in Pennsylvania.

eir most recent project, Newport Ridge, located at 1511 Black River Road in Bethlehem oﬀers 6 remaining beautiful home sites ranging from 2 to 5 acres in size. Of course they will build on your lot or can ﬁnd you the perfect site. e building construction time to completion averages 10 months.

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JUNE 13–30

Muhlenberg’s Summer Music Theatre presents a dynamic display of cheerleading, pop rock, wit and wisdom in this year’s contemporary selection. Bring It On: The Musical is a Broadway take on the teen ﬁlms of the early 2000s, with a whole lot of substance packed in.

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Director James Peck, a theater professor at Muhlenberg, is thrilled to be tackling a production he sees as underappreciated. Inspired by Hollywood bubblegum, the musical is the work of a superstar team, with music and lyrics by Tom Kitt, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Amanda Green, and book by Jeff Whitty. “The score is fantastic,” Peck says. “[Kitt and Miranda] both really know how to write pop Broadway music. It’s one great song after another, and the book is just a beautiful machine.”

With Whitty’s acerbic wit and the energetic enunciation of Miranda’s lyrics, Bring It On tells the story of a wealthy white girl ﬁnally elected captain of her cheerleading team senior year, only to be redistricted into an urban high school. “It’s a story of how she ﬁnds herself by losing herself,” Peck says. As she makes friends and convinces the dance crew to turn cheerleader and compete at Nationals, her biggest challenge might be coming to grips with her class and race privilege.

The production allows Peck a generous number of great female roles for students who are often dealing with a dude-heavy canon, and to employ the talents of actors with rapping and cheerleading chops. Gabrielle Hines, a 2018 graduate who’s been cheerleading since she was six years old, is in charge of cheerography. Don’t expect anyone to be hurled into the rafters, but the routines will be “as pizzazzy as possible.”

With a wonderful summery ebullience, this musical nonetheless delivers trenchant social criticism, and in a hopeful, spirited way. $31–$41 | 2 & 7:30 p.m. | Muhlenberg College 2400 Chew St.,

Photo by Ashley Gellman

Beach Bod

BY DAISY WILLIS

With dreamy vocals and a hazy summer feel, Beach Bod is music for a drive to the shore, enjoying a warm breeze through your window. Blurring between surf-pop, R&B and indie, it’s got a relaxed pep that’s just right for the laid-back fun of the season.

Core members Nathan Avila and Rachel Wild hail from the Pocono area, and perform regularly in Philadelphia with a coterie of city musicians. As best friends who love writing the same kind of music, forming Beach Bod in 2016 was almost inevitable. “Nathan and I have been in like a million bands for years,” Wild says. They learned to play, sing and write music through the trial and error of countless high school garage bands, doing what they love. Their ﬁrst band together was of the hardcore genre, and now they seem to have found a comfortable voice with the synth sway of Beach Bod.

The name was chosen casually before they knew how far Beach Bod would go. “We were thinking, what’s the most generic, awful name?” Wild says. “Now we’re stuck with it.”

They weren’t expecting that ﬂippant name to appear in The New Yorker ’s “What We’re Listening to This Week” and spike their Spotify stats out of nowhere. But despite good press, the Bod isn’t super commercially ambitious. “I love doing everything myself,” says Wild, who’s also kept busy working at Martin Guitar.

Beach Bod has performed locally at ArtsFest, the Alternative Gallery and National Sokols, and keeps coming out with new stuff. The best part of being in a band is writing music, being with friends and having fun. Get in on this vibe via Facebook, Spotify and Bandcamp.

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5.23–5.26 Lookout Fire Company Memorial Day Celebration, Pen Argyl June–Aug “Summer Sounds Concert Series” at Weona Park (Pen Argyl) and Wind Gap Park

6.22 Car & Bike Show on Broadway, Bangor

7.4 Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks Display, Portland and Upper Mount Bethel Township

7.6–7.14 Slate Belt Restaurant Week

7.20 “Bangors & Mash” Music Festival on Broadway, Bangor

7.23–7.28 Our Lady of Mount Carmel “Big Time” Celebration, Roseto 7.24–7.27 Plainﬁeld Farmer’s Fair at the Farmer’s Grove, Plainﬁeld Township

8.6 National Night Out, Washington Township Recreation Complex 8.10 Trail to Town Family Jamboree, Wind Gap

8.13–8.17 74th Annual Blue Valley Farm Show, Washington Township 8.30–9.2 84th Annual Lookout Fire Company Labor Day Celebration, Pen Argyl 9.29 The Slate Belt Bash, Pen Argyl

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Experience “ABG ”

WALKY MCWALKERSON

Trustworthy Pet Sitting

Located at The Architects Golf Club, Architects Bar and Grill is not exclusive to just members— it’s open to all! Celebrating its grand opening this past April, husband and wife owners Lawrence and Sam Turco want the restaurant to be a place where people can relax after a day of golf or spend a night out with friends. Lawrence’s father and uncle built Architects from the ground up, but he came on as manager eight years ago. “We will be offering a brand-new happy hour menu, [with] different specials every day of the week, including a weekly trivia night,” says Sam. A unique offering is ABG-To-Go, their daily takeout special that feeds a family of four. This is something they offered at the club’s restaurant in the past and wanted to do again, as it was so popular with customers. Though the golf club typically closes for the winter months, they hope for ABG to be open year-round.

700 Strykers Rd., Lopatcong 908.213.3080

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Traveling can be a stressful time, especially when you have pets to care for. Who can watch them? Will they be okay? Geoff Conklin understands that pain, as the owner of two large Great Danes that weigh a collective 295 pounds. That’s a lot of dog to care for! Conklin founded Walky McWalkerson to put residents— and their pets—at ease. He caters to pets of all kinds (this includes fish!). For interested clients, the first step is to fill out a form at walkmcwalk.com. Then, there’s a scheduled meet and greet with Conklin to ensure it’s a good match for all parties. The services can range from just one hour while the client is at work to an entire day or even overnight. The minimum time Conklin will spend is one hour, which includes a walk, feeding and some quality play time. He is also happy to do various housesitting chores as well (need the plants watered?). Conklin wants each pet to receive the best quality attention possible. “I know how important they are, they’re members of your family,” he says. Walky McWalkerson allows pets to stay in their homes, where they are most comfortable, and ensures that owners don’t have to worry about boarding them. What’s more, clients can rest easy knowing that Conklin is canine- and cat-CPR certified. Customize each visit, with prices ranging from $25 to $150, depending on each family’s specific needs.

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BOARD & BRUSH

A different take on the typical paint and sip night, Board and Brush gets guests out of their comfort zones and allows them to feel empowered. And thanks to Board and Brush Allentown’s popularity, the Valley now has an Easton location to celebrate! Board and Brush Easton is co-owned by Buffy Allen and Deborah Kouassi (Kouassi also co-owns the Allentown location with her daughter-in-law Laura DiNoia). At every Board and Brush, guests can create their own unique pieces, whether that’s a coat rack, clock, shelf, tray or pretty much anything else! “You build it, you make it, you did it,” says Kouassi. Using power tools can be daunting to some, but it is so rewarding when holding the ﬁnished product. “It’s awesome to see someone do it and get hooked on it,” says Allen. Allen is an avid crafter and worked at the Allentown location prior to opening up the studio in Easton. It’s an extremely hands-on project from start to ﬁnish, but don’t worry, there are trained assistants ready to help anyone struggling.

2210 Corriere Rd. Unit D, Easton 484.553.7113 | boardandbrush.com/easton

Photo by Alison Conklin

Taylor Rezac

Cops ‘n’ Kids was created to give children access to books and to provide them with free ones to take home. Taylor Rezac started working with the program during her time at Liberty High School, and she has since created the ofﬁcial “Cops ‘n’ Kids of DeSales” club at DeSales University to encourage volunteers. “I get more involved year after year,” says Rezac, noting that she loves the lasting impact and connection she is able to have with the kids. Typically, the children who attend this program don’t have the best home lives, so Cops ‘n’ Kids is like their second home. It gives them a safe and relaxed environment where they can read. The program can see anywhere between 10 and 42 children per session, which takes place every Wednesday in Bethlehem. As a volunteer, Rezac will search for books, help deliver them, assist at book fairs and read to the kids. To Rezac, it doesn’t feel like work; in fact, she hopes to do more and continue to help the program strive for success in any way that she can.

copsnkidslv.org

A Taste of NYC in the LV

Four years ago, Rogelio Castillo moved from New York City to the Lehigh Valley to raise his son and improve his quality of life, but Castillo found that the quality of coffee was severely lacking. He missed the days of spending all his time at a coffee shop. Because he couldn’t ﬁnd what he wanted, he decided to create it himself with The Coffee Shop Company, which features an espresso bar and curated baked goods, such as macarons and doughnuts, as well as gluten-free options. Made in small limited batches, Castillo says people will “literally get it while it’s hot.” Sharing what he loved so much about New York with all his new friends in the Lehigh Valley, Castillo says, “I’m planting roots in my new home.”

650 Main St., Hellertown |

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MATT BISHOP

Practice #selfcaresunday with a face mask! Sheet masks are great for moisturizing and hydrating, while clay masks are ideal for soaking up dirt and grease, and cream masks can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and ﬁght blemishes. Invest in a mask (or ten) for glowing summer skin.

Use to massage tension and relieve stress!

1. Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask $20, Sephora

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Green(e) Marketplace

Greene Marketplace in Easton is the perfect place to ﬁnd the perfect gift, but it’s also so much more. With a restaurant right in the store, it’s ideal for dinner and drinks with girlfriends. Dine on Cindy Greene’s eclectic collection of china and sip from her vintage glassware, but don’t forget to BYOB!

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARCO CALDERON

CINDY GREENE Proprietor

Tell us what prompted your move from New York City to the Lehigh Valley. How do you like being a business owner in Easton speciﬁcally?

I grew up in Easton. I have been watching the growth of all the great restaurants and retail stores opening through the last couple of years. Most of my design projects took me to New York and New Jersey, but when I saw the 200 Northampton Street space available in Easton, I knew I needed to jump. Easton has had a surge of growth this year, with many great people moving west to the Valley. I have met so many wonderful people new to the area in the short couple weeks that we have been open; this has made opening in historic Downtown Easton really fun. Easton is a special town: great history, and the location off two highways and the river makes it very appealing.

Explain the inspiration for Greene Marketplace, as it is a rather unique concept!

My inspiration for Greene Marketplace is taken from all the great retail stores in New York that have their café next to their gifts and home furnishings. I have just added another element of assisting clients with design services. Customers can see what accessories and art are new each week and grab a bite to eat, making us a destination for an afternoon or evening. We are a small BYOB café with an organicbased menu, vegan options, with nothing fried.

Describe the retail portion of the marketplace. What are some best sellers?

The retail portion offers vintage and new furnishings and accessories. I believe adding a bit of history to a contemporary room adds character and creates a balance. Our wellness products were added to complete a lifestyle. Our organic soy candles and face creams have been our big sellers. We have a “Gifts Ready to Give” desk, where you can count on ﬁnding a great unique gift, wrapped and ready to give, starting at $20. We are starting the website to ship unique, themed gift boxes you can order in store or online.

Tell us about the restaurant portion. What made you want to serve food on china and drinks in crystal?

The restaurant’s menu consists of a lot of my favorite food choices that I have yet to ﬁnd in the Lehigh Valley. I designed the marketplace to be elegant yet relaxed at the same time, so when you enter our space, you will decompress quickly. Comments so far from numerous patrons have validated my design goals. We are a BYOB restaurant, so I am able to offer various-sized beautiful vintage and Waterford crystal glassware. Our menu is served on china that I have collected and it is also an eclectic mix, which adds great interest and warmth for our guests. We offer organic mixers for your spirits. You can have a great time shaking your

cocktail with vintage ice buckets served on a cool wood tray. Hence our slogan: Shop, dine and explore what is new.

Describe the overall atmosphere of Greene. How do the retail and restaurant portions coexist?

The overall atmosphere, I think, is beautiful, but not to be taken too seriously. We have elegant chandeliers, but if there is a big game, it will be on our large-screen television. When you enter, you will ﬁnd tables of fun ﬁnds for sale amongst our dining tables. So, our restaurant décor and art are all for sale, with the exception of my signature moss wall and fountain. The café and retail work together, because I can offer lunch or dinner to a client as we work through a design project or source a furnishing need.

What kinds of events do you host?

We have hosted numerous events in the short time we have been open. Birthday dinner parties, girls’ night outs, wedding showers, a fundraiser to beneﬁt the Boys & Girls Clubs, to name a few. I am a very detailed person, so our fabulous kitchen will create a memorable

experience that guests will talk about well after the party is over.

Can a customer host his/her own event? Tell us about that. You can host an intimate sit-down for 20 people as if it were your home, or a mix-and-mingle type of party for up to 70 people in a unique atmosphere that changes weekly. We do not have a special event menu but we work with our guests from our regular menu or customize a menu especially for you. Of course, we always accept special menu requests.

What’s on the horizon for Greene this summer and beyond?

Greene Marketplace should have outside seating by the time this is published, with great music and, of course, the inside theme will spill outside. We will be offering afternoon tea with appropriate menu offerings, which is very trendy right now. As we continue to develop, I will always use local sources and small businesses to complete my brand. With the help of all the great people I have met so far, I am thinking you can count on us to be around for a long time.

200 Northampton St., Easton 484.544.3240

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Mike Gensey REALTOR®

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What to Know About Intermittent Fasting

BY SUSAN BIANCHI, MS, HEALTH & WELLNESS COACH

The term “fasting” can conjure up ideas of deprivation, hunger and suffering that few wish to undertake; however, intermittent fasting methods offer a variety of forms that may seem less daunting. With the potential for better weight control and added health beneﬁts, intermittent fasting might be worth some consideration.

Why Intermittent Fasting?

With intermittent fasting (IF), the focus is more about regulating the time and frequency and less about how much you eat.

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By limiting the time and frequency, the digestive system is given a break and the body is forced to utilize fat for fuel, becoming more efficient and improving metabolic health. Additionally, many experience a reduction in cravings and a recalibration of actual hunger within their bodies. Though many try intermittent fasting for weight loss and weight control, the benefits extend far beyond that. They include reduction in inflammation in the body, improved blood pressure and heart rate, increases in growth hormones and improved insulin sensitivity, to name a few. Limited studies have shown intermittent fasting may improve brain function and reduce the risk of cancer and Alzheimer’s. A common observation once acclimated to IF is feeling sharper, more alert and clearer headed and having more energy.

Types of Intermittent Fasting Methods

There are a variety of fasting methods, and choosing the right one for you is a matter of what seems to ﬁt best with your lifestyle and what seems most achievable and sustainable. The fasting component means exactly that: only non-caloric beverages like water, green tea and black coffee are consumed. Breaking fast consists of smart, sensible nutrient-dense foods. Even though calories are not “counted,” it is about fueling the body with nourishing healthy foods.

16:8 - This method may be the easiest to adapt to, especially if you are new to fasting. The basic principle is that you only eat in an eight-hour window and then fast for 16 hours. If you finished eating your last meal at 6 p.m., then you would not eat until after 10 a.m. the next day. If you ﬁnd that you do better eating earlier in the day, then your window may be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For others, having the entire evening without food is too daunting or maybe family dinner time is too important. In those cases, shifting to a later schedule, like an 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. window, may be more practical.

20:4- This method is a bit more time restrictive, with the eating window taking place in a four-hour window and fasting for 20 hours.

5 : 2- The 5:2 method consists of two nonconsecutive days during the week of a restricted 500 calorie diet and no calorie restriction on the other ﬁve days. They can be any two days in a seven-day period.

Eat Stop Eat - This is a 24-hour window of fasting that begins at the completion time of your last meal. For instance, your fasting might begin after your last meal on Tuesday and end that same time on Wednesday. This can be done once or twice a week with the ﬂexibility to choose which day or days ﬁt best.

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In many ways, IF works in weight loss because you are likely to be eating less calories overall, having a limited time window. With the focus more on the clock, versus the calorie counting often associated with a typical diet, it can be psychologically easier to work into one’s lifestyle.

Common Myths and Mistakes

Fasting slows down the metabolism. Actually, short-term fasting can increase your metabolic rate. As insulin levels go down, the body is forced to break down body fat for energy and can become more efﬁcient.

You’re not drinking enough. Fasting only means not ingesting any calories. It is important for body function to stay well hydrated with non-caloric beverages. This also aids in feeling full, as perceived hunger pangs are often signals that the body is dehydrated.

It’ll cause poor food choices. Especially if weight loss is the main objective, overindulging and poor food choices can undermine that goal. Even though calories are not the focus, nutrient dense, healthy sensible meals are still the objective.

You’re not eating enough. Having the mentality of not wanting to undo the effort of fasting or fear of eating too much may leave you undernourished and kick your body into starvation mode, which does slow your metabolism down.

Listen to Your Body

Pay attention to your body and how it responds. Initial effects could include low blood sugar, headache, irritability, dizziness, tiredness and fatigue. If new to IF, you may want to ease into the process. Begin with a 12-hour fast and a 12hour eating window. Then, work from there to a more restricted window. Along the process, you can determine what schedule works best for you.

Is IF for You?

IF is not for everyone. People who are diabetic, hypoglycemic, pregnant or lactating—and anyone under the age of 18—should not try IF. Anyone with a chronic health condition should check with their health care professional before experimenting with intermittent fasting. Also, if you have an unhealthy relationship with food, such as an eating disorder, IF is not recommended. Intermittent fasting methods can be a manageable way to help your body become more efﬁcient while providing additional health beneﬁts. In many cases, it might be more about returning to sensible eating practices and learning to listen to your body.

Warm weather is upon us. And so is the need to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors. Luckily for us, the Lehigh Valley is home to numerous picturesque parks, trails and waterways.

One of those trails, the Delaware and Lehigh (D&L) National Heritage Corridor Trail, spans an impressive 165 miles from Wilkes-Barre in Luzerne County, through the Lehigh Valley, and comes to a head at Bristol in Bucks County. This trail is ideal for those looking to take in some fresh air by walking, running, or biking.

In fact, St. Luke’s University Health Network and the D&L have partnered to bring the community a family fun initiative Get Your Tail on the Trail! This free program aims to help people of all ages and abilities make outdoor exercise on regional trails a regular part of their healthy lifestyle.

Taking the 165-Mile Challenge Towards Healthy Living

Beginning May 1, Get Your Tail on the Trail participants are “challenged” to log 165 miles until November 4 and can receive great prizes.

Whether enjoying nature and history along the nearly continuous 165-mile D&L Trail, walking while on vacation, bicycling in your neighborhood, paddling on local waterways, or jogging on the gym treadmill when weather forces you indoors, every mile of exercise counts!

Since the development of the program in 2013, more than 6,000 participants have collectively walked, hiked, ran, biked, and paddled upwards of 4 million miles.

Real Estate & Realtors

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Realtor®, RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate

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Justino Arroyo is a Realtor® with a passion for real estate. Recently, he resigned from being a police officer and a member of the Lehigh County Hostage Negotiation Team. He takes pleasure in the service of others. His business is comprised of sales, “flipping” and rentals. Understanding what first responders deal with has fueled his passion in the service of those community heroes.

William Safranek

Realtor® & CEO, Lehigh Valley Heroes 1548 Farmersville Rd., Bethlehem

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Keeping respect and compassion at the forefront of every transaction, William Safranek works hard for his clients. He negotiates the best deal possible and makes sure the buying and selling go smoothly. He created a nonproﬁt foundation to give back to those who give to the community, and to help veterans buy homes. He also has a team and enjoys family time, the beach and bike riding.

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When looking to buy or sell a home, call Amanda and allow her to put her experience to work! As “Your Trusted Real Estate Advisor,” she will deliver exemplary service that exceeds expectations. Amanda is an award-winning Realtor®, a strategic pricing advisor and a relocation specialist, as well as an accredited buyer’s representative.

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Samuel P. Royer, a Lehigh Valley native, is the National Director of Heroes First Home Loans (NMLS: 3001 – EHL). Heroes First is a mortgage lender that honors the individuals that serve our communities and country, be it active or former military, law enforcement, firefighters, educators, healthcare workers, ministry or civil servants. Call Sam for details or visit heroesfirsthomeloans.com.

TIPS FOR RAISING

Kid s i n the Digita l Age

BY DAISY WILLIS

Kids average about 50 hours of screen time per week. Parenting is hard enough without having to keep up with the ramiﬁcations of exponentially evolving technology, but there’s no way around it. A mom of four teenage sons and cofounder/CEO of Momosa Publishing (publisher of the Mommy MD Guides), Jennifer Bright Reich offers some advice on raising kids in the digital age.

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We can all agree that keeping our kids safe is top priority, and in today’s world, “That means holding their hands while they’re crossing a street, teaching them not to touch a hot stove,” Reich says, “and showing them the way to be safe online and using technology.”

To do that, you’ll have to familiarize yourself with the content, platforms and online multiplayer games that your kids are into, from your toddler Facetiming with Grandma to your teen posting videos on TikTok.

“For example,” Reich says, “the other day, my youngest son mentioned a new social media app I had never heard of. We talked about it right away. I asked him what it was, how it worked and what he’s using it for.”

Just as you would get to know your kid’s friends and their parents in the real world, try to get to know their online friends as well. “Be sure your child gains your permission before buying or downloading a game,” Reich says. Watch the game with them, or better yet, play along!

Set Some Ground Rules

Native to technology, youngsters seem to take to it like ducks to water, but part of digital literacy is understanding that what they write or post is permanent, how online privacy works (or doesn’t!) and that their behavior online should be as civil and respectful as it is IRL. (Parents, this translates to “in real life.”)

It’s fair to impose some tech rules like no devices at the table, schoolwork and/or chores before play and stop playing or posting right away when called to dinner, for example.

As for making their own accounts, Reich respects the limit set by Facebook: No social media accounts before the age of 13.

What works for each family may be different, but setting a good example is always crucial. Your child should see you model good behaviors like manners online and limited media use.

Finding a balance between respecting a child’s privacy and monitoring what they’re up to will always present a challenge. “As children get older,” Reich says, “and earn trust, they should be rewarded with a little bit more privacy and responsibility. But it’s important that both parent and child know that can be revoked at any time.”

Know the Warning Signs

“It’s important to talk with kids about bullying,” Reich says, “both in real life and online.” Cyberbullying is especially insidious because it can go unnoticed, and plugged-in kids are vulnerable to it around the clock rather than just at school.

Watch out for signs of depression and bullying, including sadness, withdrawal and changes in behavior, eating and sleeping. Kids could be affected by interactions they’re having, weird things they’re stumbling upon and also the deleterious effects on self-esteem and mood that come from comparing oneself to the facade of fun and beauty curated by others for social media. Be open to conversations about all of this.

Complacency is where Reich thinks parents can easily go wrong, letting technology use go unexamined and trusting the media and/or their kids too much. One way to stay up on using media effectively is consulting commonsensemedia.org, where Reich often looks before buying a game. This nonproﬁt offers tons of info and tools like research, reviews and family contracts laying out safe, responsible conduct.

Acknowledge the Benefits of Social Media & Technology

The new world of social media and technology isn’t all shriveled attention spans and stranger danger. Like any tool, it can be used for good. With phones and tablets, kids are experimenting with taking and editing photos, how to express themselves in writing and how to communicate.

“Many games, like Minecraft, teach positive things, such as building and the value of hard work,” Reich says. “They have virtual playdates every single day,” she adds, and rich, rewarding, strong friendships.

“When I watch my sons play, I often hear them chatting and interacting with their friends—not just playing. I hear them talk about what they want to do and how they feel,” says Reich. “It reminds me of when I was a teen and I would stretch the phone cord down the basement steps so I could chat for hours with my BFFs.”

While growing up has changed a lot, it still means ﬁnding the balance between safety and exploration that leads to an independent life.

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Bill Wright Duke’s Delites

BY AMY UNGER

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW TOMASINO

Bill Wright is counting down the days to his birthday. But he’s not concerned about making sure he gets everything on his wish list, or that he’ll be cutting into his favorite kind of cake; instead, he’s hoping to bring a fundraiser that’s close to his heart to the ﬁnish line. Wright is using social media to solicit donations for Love Ran Red, a charity he founded with his wife, Cathy, to offer support to families with adult children who have autism or developmental disabilities. It’s easy to understand why the Wrights are champions of this particular cause: their son, Alton, was diagnosed with autism when he was about four years old.

Wright recalls that he wasn’t completely surprised when the doctor delivered the news. There had been some early indicators, he says: “[Alton’s] verbal communication wasn’t there. And he liked to play with cars, but they had to be perfect. He’d line them all up, and if one was out of line, he’d get very upset.” Beyond tackling the challenges of raising a young child who’s autistic, Wright says he often found himself thinking about Alton’s later years, and about other families in similar situations. “The concern is, what happens when mom and dad can no longer take care of their son or daughter anymore? When these kids grow up to be adults, their autism doesn’t go away.”

It was somewhere around the year 2016 when Wright and his wife decided to turn their determination to ﬂip the script for their son and others like him into action. At the time, Wright was (and still is) head of advertising for the Lehigh Valley’s Vinart car dealerships; his brother, Art Wright, is the owner. “We would give a lot of money to different charities, not knowing if the money was staying here, helping local families,” he says. With Art’s blessing, Wright and his wife established their own nonproﬁt foundation and christened it “Love Ran Red.” The name comes

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from a Christian song and is a tribute, Wright says, to his family’s unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. “There’s a reason God entrusted us with a son who has a developmental disability,” he says.

The Wrights decided the nonproﬁt’s primary focus would be housing. Bill Wright points out that those with autism and other developmental disabilities don’t always have a lot of options when living at home with family members is no longer possible. The ultimate goal is to establish a community in which residents are cared for in a group-like setting while maintaining as much of their own independence as possible. “We’re about three years into a ﬁve-year plan,” Wright says.

The only people on the payroll are those with autism and developmental disabilities. “This gives them a sense of purpose.”

In the meantime, Love Ran Red is taking its mission to the bowling alley. The foundation hosts a free bowling league at Allentown’s Parkway Lanes that’s as much about providing a welcoming space for those with autism and developmental disabilities as it is about offering a meet and greet opportunity for their families. “It’s really good for moms and dads to get out and meet other moms and dads going through similar circumstances,” Wright says. “Autism affects everyone differently. They say if you’ve met one person with autism, you’ve met one person.”

The wheels also are already turning on a different program that aims to eradicate another

problem plaguing those in the autistic community: unemployment. Wright says about 80 to 90 percent are jobless, but often not by choice. “They want to be able to work,” he says. “They want to be able to go to the movies, to go get ice cream and pay for it themselves.” And now, thanks to Duke’s Delites, they can.

Duke’s Delites was adapted from an initiative in Delaware called Waggies by Maggie and Friends, which was founded in 2007 and sells all-natural dog treats. While pleasing the palates of pups both big and small is certainly important, it’s secondary to the organization’s true mission: providing an employment opportunity for those with intellectual disabilities. When Wright came across a form of the program in the Lehigh Valley, he says it was struggling, with minimal stafﬁng and only a handful of buyers keeping it aﬂoat. But he quickly became a loyal customer after discovering how useful the treats could be when trying to get the word out about Love Ran Red at informational events. “I couldn’t get people to come to our table,” he says. “But as soon as I put the treats out, people came over.”

Wright ofﬁcially took over the program in 2018 and renamed it Duke’s Delites to give it a fresh start and an identity of its own. “Duke” just so happens to be Art Wright’s nickname; it’s also a popular name for dogs that caught Bill Wright’s eye as he was scouring the internet, looking for inspiration. But even with a different name, the core principle remains the same: The only people on the payroll are those with autism and developmental disabilities. “This gives them a sense of purpose,” says Wright, “a chance to make money, if they choose. It’s not a lot of money. It’s just the fact that it’s a paying job.”

When Wright got on board, there were about four employees; by March of this year, that number had grown to seven, and the ultimate goal is

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to grow the staff to 15. The customer roster has grown to more than two dozen sites in the Lehigh Valley, and the list of job responsibilities is lengthening as well. Initially, Duke’s Delites sorted and repackaged treats made by Waggies by Maggie and Friends to sell under its own label—they come in three ﬂavors: peanut butter, chicken and sweet potato. But earlier this year, the group got the go-ahead to begin baking its own treats at its home base inside the basement at Bethany Church of Wescosville in Lower Macungie Township. Check out dukesdelites.org and one of the ﬁrst things you’ll see is a group picture of the young men and women who proudly report for duty every Monday and Wednesday afternoon, when the assembly line is in full swing. All of them are clad in bright yellow T-shirts with the company’s logo, and all of them are smiling. In the back row is the Wrights’ son, Alton, who is a member of the team—albeit a reluctant member at times. Like a lot of young adults, Alton, who turns 21 this year, can fall under the spell of the latest and greatest electronic gadgets, and may need a gentle reminder when it’s time to go to work. But all of that is forgotten once he’s in the zone, says Wright. “He likes being around his friends. He likes being around people who are like him.”

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Check out the Duke’s Delites website and one of the first things you’ll see is a group picture of the young men and women who proudly report for duty every Monday and Wednesday afternoon, when the assembly line is in full swing.

Wright says Alton’s involvement with Duke’s Delites has helped him work on his communication skills. It’s these and other victories that are important in the Wright household. “Most parents, their sons or daughters are going to college. They’re young adults. We’ll never experience that. Alton will never live on his own.” But Bill Wright is far from bitter. “These are the cards that God has dealt us,” he says, “and we’re happy to play them.” And although he considers advocacy his calling, at the end of the day, Wright is a parent ﬁrst. “I’m like any other dad who just wants their son or daughter to be happy.”

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Find treats made from scratch at The Dining Dog & Friends.

Pup-Friendly Activities

BY DAISY WILLIS

Here’s some dog-approved summer fun you can share with your best friend.

by Alison Conklin

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1 Grab a Snack

The Dining Dog & Friends

3245 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown 610.351.9333 | thediningdog.com

A special birthday dinner or just the whole-food feast your pet’s diet demands, ﬁne pet cuisine is made from scratch at The Dining Dog, so bring yours along to pick out something scrumptious (from peanut butter banana balls to coconut macaroons). Cats, birds and small animals are also provided for.

2 Work on Your Communication

Let’s Speak Dog

630 Municipal Dr. Suite 320, Nazareth 3143 William Penn Hwy., Easton 610.570.8720 | letsspeakdog.com

Bond with your pup through force-free, positive instruction, whether it’s in basic obedience or extracurriculars like scent training, dog parkour or circus tricks. Classes will strengthen your communication and set you up to enjoy hikes or petfriendly festivals together on your best behavior.

3 Catch a Baseball Game

Dog Days at Coca-Cola Park

1050 IronPigs Way, Allentown 610.841.7447 | milb.com/lehigh-valley

Your dog doesn’t have to miss out on a summer night at the ballpark. Bring your furry friend to an IronPigs game on special dates throughout the season, including June 12.

4 Go Shopping

The Promenade Shops

2845 Center Valley Pkwy., Center Valley 610.791.9707 thepromenadeshopsatsauconvalley.com

“Dogs Welcome” stickers on a huge number of the shops at the Promenade invite your four-legged friends to tag along as you shop and stroll, so your well-behaved pup can have an outing, too.

5 See a Pup Parade

Paw Prints on the Canal 1525 Canal St., Northampton | 610.440.0079 pawprintsonthecanalevent.com

On June 2, this event beneﬁts Northampton’s K9 unit with a rescue parade, sharp-dressed pet and talent contests, vendors and more. Civilian dogs are welcome to come support their counterparts in uniform.

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Winner s Revealed

This year’s online pet contest received more buzz than ever, garnering nearly 12,000 votes and more than 500 submissions. With each entry cuter than the next, the competition was at an all-time high! Get to know the 10 winners who received the most votes and captured the hearts of the Valley.

Hi! My name is Rupert, but humans call me Roopy Poopy Pants. I love hiking with my owners. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing by the air vent, especially in the summer, or playing with my rubber spikey ball. My favorite treat for when I’m being extra good is blueberries or peanut butter, but really, I enjoy anything but leafy greens! I would best describe myself as a large lap dog. I plan to spend my summer lounging on the driveway, wishing I could play with Emerson (a giant schnauzer that lives across the street). Something that not many people know about me is that I cuddle and hug my stuffed animals (the bigger the better), and I NEVER chew or destroy them.

Hi! My Name is Walter White, but humans call me Heisenberg. I love walking with my owners. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing by the humans or playing with the angry cat. My favorite treat for when I’m being extra good is getting a new toy. I would best describe myself as fun loving. I plan to spend my summer swimming. Something that not many people know about me is I am deaf and learning sign language.

ntle y 7 mo nths , Min i Goldendoodle Krysta Gunderman

Hi! My name is Bentley, but humans call me Bentyboo, Mr. B and Benterz. I love living life with my owners. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing outside on the deck or playing with something I'm not supposed to have. My favorite treat for when I’m being extra good is attention (in the form of hugs and kisses). I would best describe myself as the greatest dog in the world! I plan to spend my summer going to the beach for the ﬁrst time and playing with my friends. Something that not many people know about me is that they don't know me but already love me.

Nanc y Walsh Easton

Easton

I am named in honor of U.S. Army Captain David Boris, and I have begun the journey to be a service dog for a veteran with PTSD, TBI or a physical disability with Tails of Valor. I go to school every weekday and, when I become a service dog, I will be able to help a veteran and his/her family to enjoy a better quality of life.

Jo y Howe Allentown

Heather Lloyd Quakertown

M r . Pickle s 3, Exoti c Shorthair

Bori s 1 0 weeks , Labrado r Retriever

Hi! My name is Boris and I love cuddling with my puppy raiser. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing by the picnic table in the sun with my service-dog-in-training brother, Dietz. My favorite treat for when I'm being extra good is a Himalayan bone. I would best describe myself as smart and I plan to spend my summer learning to be a service dog.

Paig e Pearsall Bethlehem

371 @ realmisterpickles

Hi! My name is Mr. Pickles, but humans call me Mr. P or "P" for short. I love scowling at my owners. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing by the bed that the humans think is theirs (but is really mine). I'm not really big on playing—more napping. My favorite treat for when I'm being extra good is Atlantic salmon (non-farmed, please). I would best describe myself as aloof. I plan to spend my summer scheming how to get more salmon. Something that not many people know about me is it's all an act! I'm actually the sweetest cat in the world, despite my grumpy face!

Mapl e 5, Yellow Lab

Hi! My name is Maple, but humans call me Maple "Bologna" (sung to the tune of “My Sharona”). I love hiking with my owners. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing by the sunniest spots in the house or playing with my best puppy friend, Paisley. My favorite treat for when I’m being extra good is a peanutbutter-and-pretzel-ﬁlled Kong. I would best describe myself as sassy, classy and a little wacky. I plan to spend my summer swimming, playing and being a goof. Something that not many people know about me is I must take my stuffed animal babies with me every night when I go to bed.

Diddles 13, American Shorthair Ashle y Achenbach

Hi! My name is Diddles and I love snuggling with my owner. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing by the TV or playing with treats. My favorite treats for when I’m being extra good are Kittles. I would best describe myself as pampered. I plan to spend my summer sunbathing. Something that not many people know about me is I am a cancer survivor!

Hi! My name is Daphne, but humans call me Daph. I love hiking at Trexler Nature Preserve with my owners. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing with my head tucked under the couch or playing with my best stuffed animal buddy, Buddy. My favorite treat for when I’m being extra good is ice cubes. I would best describe myself as a low-key troublemaker. I plan to spend my summer nipping at the heels of my family and growing too fast. Something that not many people know about me is that I can escape out of just about any crate.... three and counting!

Hi! My name is Ozzy, but humans call me Ozzy Roo, Ozzy Pozzy and Pumpkin. I love playing fetch with my owners. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing by the front bay window or playing with balls or rubber rings. My favorite treat for when I'm being extra good is carrots and peanut butter. I would best describe myself as full of non-stop energy. I plan to spend my summer playing with the granddaughters. Something that not many people know about me is I can jump ﬁve to six feet in the air.

Hi! My name is Remington Carter, but humans call me Remy. I love snuggling up with my owner. You can always ﬁnd me relaxing on my grandma’s lap or playing with a Nylabone. My favorite treat for when I’m being extra good is a Nubz Bone. I would best describe myself as curious and affectionate. I plan to spend my summer chasing birds and squirrels around my big backyard. Something that not many people know about me is that my mom rescued me all the way from Mississippi because she loves me so much.

LOCAL(ISH) WAYS TO SPEND YOUR

Su e F idays!

START THE Weekend EARLY

BY KRISTEN RINALDI

BY ALISON CONKLIN

Not only are summer Fridays good for the soul (more time to spend with your loved ones and all), but Forbes reported that they actually do wonders for productivity, too. With a boost in ofﬁce morale— and more time for employees to enjoy the nice weather while it’s still here—who could argue?

Whether the boss is giving you an early out or the entire day off, here are 30 ways to make the most of those mystical summer Fridays that will be gone before you can say “Labor Day.”

PHOTO

DI P OU T EARL Y

You’ve been given the go-ahead for an early out, great! That’s all the time you need to take advantage of some of these Friday happenings.

ONE

Di er & D ri nks at Eight Oaks

Every Friday night, Eight Oaks is serving dinner and drinks from 5 to 8 p.m. with hand-crafted cocktail specials, Pennsylvania beer and delicious food by Trè Locally Sourced. There will be music from 6 to 8 p.m., along with ﬁrepits, cornhole and can jam. Enjoy a beautiful night overlooking country ﬁelds and Eight Oaks’ beautiful copper still. : eightoaksdistillers

THREE

BRFriday at Black River Farms

Head to Black River Farms by 5 p.m. for a wine tasting in the vineyard and music by Brad Rau on Friday, June 14. Keep an eye out for more events to be added this summer.

black-river-farms.com

TWO

Beer & Bonsai at Victory Beer Hall

Take a trip to Victory Beer Hall in Philly, which offers an unrivaled social experience in celebration of Victory Brewing Company (and an eclectic selection of regional Philadelphia brews). Live entertainment, a 2,000-squarefoot patio and a panoramic view of the Philadelphia skyline ensure a great kickoff to the weekend.

Mark your calendar for Friday, June 28, when Victory is hosting a bonsai workshop led by Terrarium Therapy—a business founded on the concept of relaxing and detaching from a stressful world. By the end of the work week, we all need a little of that! Tickets are $43 and the fun starts at 7 p.m.

: victorybeerhall

FOUR

Concert at PNC Bank Arts Center

Kick off the weekend with a concert at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ! This summer welcomes Dierks Bentley, Train, the Goo Goo Dolls, Chris Stapleton and more. It’s the perfect after-work plan, with Friday night shows starting at 7 p.m.

artscenterholmdel.com

Catch a Show at

Hershey

Head to the Hershey Theatre for a live performance of Cats, Friday, August 23 at 8 p.m. Or, the following Friday, check out Hootie & the Blowﬁsh at Hersheypark Stadium at 7:30 p.m.

hersheyentertainment.com

Vineyard & Winery Tour at Clover Hill

If you can get to Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery in Breinigsville by 3 p.m., mark your calendar for Friday, July 5. For $12 per person, attendees can enjoy a look at their vineyard and production facility, learn about the winemaking process and sample a few varietals along the way. The tour is 90 minutes, and reservations are required. What’s more, all participants are entitled to a 10 percent discount on purchases made the day of the tour.

cloverhillwinery.com

SIX

Phil lies Game at Citizens Bank Park

Cheer on your favorite team at a home game! Nothing beats nice weather, cold beer and baseball. Mark your calendar for Friday, June 7 when the Phillies will play the Cincinnati Reds, or June 21 when they take on the Miami Marlins. Games start at 7:05 p.m. Head to the website for plenty more home games to come this season!

mlb.com/phillies

Family Food Truck Fridays at Tolino Vineyards

Can you get to Bangor by 5 p.m.? You’re in luck! Tolino hosts family fun nights every Friday through August. Enjoy live music, wine slushies, food trucks and all kinds of outdoor fun. This year promises new bands and expanded dining options—the Wood Fired Pizza Truck will be on site every Friday in addition to a guest truck. Go to their website to ﬁnd out who’s scheduled for each Friday.

tolinovineyards.com

Did your work week totally suck? We have just the thing— comedy! This show invites audience members to share their stories of bad bosses, breakups, hookups, adulting and general woes for an experience like no other. CSz Philadelphia calls it cheaper than therapy and more fun. The event is BYOB, $10 admission and runs from 8 to 9 p.m. Head to Facebook for Friday dates in June, July and August.

Photo by Gavenus Photography

Photo by Shelbie Pletz

TAKE THE DAY

If you’ve been given a Friday or two off this summer, you are the luckiest of the bunch. Here are some activities that ensure you’re also having the most fun!

TEN

See a P lay

in Bucks County

Take the kids to experience the magic of children’s theater with Disney’s Mary Poppins Jr., Frozen Jr., The Lion King Jr. and Junie B. Jones Jr. Produced by Bucks County Center for the Performing Arts and performed at Delaware Valley University in Doylestown, the shows run from 11 a.m. to noon on select Fridays in July and August, with tickets available for $10. buckscountycenterfortheperformingarts.org

Attend a Musikfest Matinee

Take the kids to watch the students of The Lesson Center perform at Musikfest on Friday, August 9 from noon to 3 p.m. It’s a culmination of the center’s summer camp program, and is a great way for kids who are interested in music education to see what’s possible if they take on an instrument!

thelessoncenter.com

ELEVEN

Get Wet at Dutch Springs

Scuba dive, explore the aqua park, snorkel and more at Dutch Springs in Bethlehem. It’s a great way to spend a sunny Friday afternoon with the family. dutchsprings.com

THIRTEEN

Camp Bisco at Montage Mountain

Spend the day at Montage Mountain in Scranton. This summer, they’re hosting Camp Bisco, an outdoor music festival that kicks off on Thursday, July 18. Presented by Live Nation, attendees can expect three days and nights of music on three different stages. The festival is for ages 18 and older, and accommodations range from regular camping, to RV camping, to straight-up glamping. Fest-only passes are also available.

Can’t make Camp Bisco? There’s still plenty to do in a day at Montage Mountain. Rent a cabana for an afternoon at the pool, explore the water park, experience the ZipRider and more!

montagemountainresorts.com | campbisco.com

Photo by

Chirstopher Elston

FIFTEEN

FOURTEEN

Kutzto wn Fol k Festival

The Kutztown Folk Festival is a nine-day celebration of Pennsylvania Dutch culture. So, if you have the day off, head to Kutztown! Make the trip on Friday, July 5 when it’s open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The festival promises more than 200 folk artists and craftsmen, more delicacies than you can eat, America’s largest quilt sale (with more than 2,500 handmade quilts) and so much more. kutztownfestival.com

O ver night S tay at the Inn at Pocono Manor

Plan an indulgent overnight stay at the Inn at Pocono Manor Resort & Spa. With a spa and golf course on site, there’s plenty to keep everyone happy.

poconomanor.com

SEVENTEEN

Pool Day at Kalahari

Spend the day at Kalahari in the Poconos—either with the whole family or as a romantic getaway. Things to do range from mini bowling, escape rooms and virtual reality fun to indulgent experiences at the salon, spa and ﬁtness center. There are waterparks for the kids as well as bungalow and cabana rentals for the adults.

kalahariresorts.com

SIXTEEN

Day Trip to Peace Valley Lavender Farm

Schedule a tour of Peace Valley Lavender Farm in Doylestown. Take in the beautiful sights of 3,000-plus lavender and lavandins blooming on the hillside, as well as the views of Lake Galena. Shop their store for lavender gifts galore, including culinary products, dried ﬂoral, sachets, pillows and bath and body products.

peacevalleylavender.com

EIGHTEEN

See k Adren alin e at Dorney Park

With the park open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. most Fridays this summer, it’s a great way to spend those full afternoons off from work. Home to seven adrenaline-inducing coasters, as well as several family-friendly kiddie rides and an entire Wildwater Kingdom, Dorney has something for everyone.

dorneypark.com

Photo by Joel Seidel

Photo courtesy of Kalahari Resorts and Conventions

NINETEEN

Phans Phi y

Take a bus trip to see the Phillies play in Pittsburgh. Departing at 7 a.m. on Friday, July 19, attendees will stay two nights and enjoy lower-level seats at the Friday and Saturday night games, as well as a three-hour private, all-inclusive pre-game party on Saturday, a complimentary breakfast each morning and more.

phansofphilly.com

TWENTY

Farmers’ Market Fun

Spend the day perusing one of the Valley’s local farmers’ markets. The historic Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays, and has more food merchants than you can count.

allentownfarmersmarket.com

TWENTY-0NE

A Day on the (Wi ne ) Trai l

Sip and swirl your way through the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail. Made up of eight family-owned vineyards and wineries, the trail is committed to growing and producing premium wines. Sample one made from Chambourcin, the region’s signature wine grape!

lehighvalleywinetrail.com

TWENTY-TWO

Go glamping at one of Blue Mountain Resort’s two camp sites. Basically, enjoy all the fun of camping without the hassle of bringing or setting up your own gear. Enjoy seclusion and take in the breathtaking views of Blue Mountain. Glampers can explore guided trail runs, conquer the high ropes course, ride the ziplines or battle it out in outdoor laser tag—or just stay cozy. The cost is $130 per night and tents can accommodate up to eight people, with check-in at noon and check-out at 11:30 a.m. Extras like a commemorative growler pack ﬁlled with seasonal beers, or a moonlight night cap with red or white wine, cheese, crackers and fruit can be added for an additional cost.

AFTE R HOURS

Maybe you haven’t been blessed with summer Fridays at all. Don’t worry—there’s still plenty going on in the Valley after work so that you can make the most of your night and forget you even clocked in that day.

TWENTY-THREE

Bicycling at the Velodrome

Friday nights at Valley Preferred Cycling Center in Breinigsville are exciting for riders and spectators alike! The World Series of Bicycling brings Olympic-level action to the region every Friday night from June through August. The gates open at 5:30 p.m., with $3 happy hour available until 7 p.m. when the racing ofﬁcially starts. Purchase season tickets for $50, general admission, or $80, ﬁnish line seats.

thevelodrome.com

TWENTY-FOUR

Summer Concert Series

at The Promenade

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley hosts an annual Summer Concert Series every Friday in June, July and August. The fun lasts from 6 to 9 p.m., weather permitting. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy a variety of local musicians on The Patio stage. This summer’s lineup is available online. Get there early to do a bit of shopping or enjoy happy hour at one of the many restaurants.

thepromenadeshopsatsauconvalley.com

Driv e -In Movie s

Open nightly during the summer, a drive-in movie is the picturesque way to spend your Friday evening. Head to Shankweiler’s in Oreﬁeld (the oldest drive-in theater in the country) or Becky’s in Walnutport. Friday nights are family-friendly, with only PG and PG-13 showings (as well as pony rides) at Becky’s!

shankweilers.com | beckysdi.com

Photo by Trevor Raab

TWENTY-SIX

Iro nPigs Night

s

Enjoy quality baseball and a great atmosphere right here in the Valley. The IronPigs’ schedule is ﬁlled with Friday night home games, starting at 7:05 p.m. Get yourself some Aw Shucks Roasted Corn and make it an evening to remember!

milb.com/lehigh-valley

TWENTY-EIGHT

Social Paddle on the Lehigh River

Launching at the D & L Trail at the Route 33 boat launch, participants can paddle their hearts out with Miss Melanie Yoga’s SUP community. Social Paddles happen every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free of charge. There is no formal instruction—it’s just a great opportunity to hang out on the water and hone your paddle skills.

missmelanieyoga.com

THIRTY

TWENTY-SEVEN

Summer

Supper

Series at The Inn at Grace Winery

The Inn at Grace Winery’s Summer Supper Series is back! Located in Glen Mills, the evening kicks off with a cocktail hour featuring hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m., followed by a three-course dinner and wine tasting at 7 p.m. June is already sold out, but their July and August nights have tickets available for $95, with July’s dinner taking place in the Front Yard and August’s in the Bocce Court.

: theinnatgracewinery

TWENTY-NINE

Galen Glen is staying open until 8 p.m. every Friday night in June, July and August. They invite you to enjoy those late summer nights while sipping some crisp white wine!

galenglen.com

musikfest.org

Musikfest is arguably the best part of summer in the Valley—and it only lasts 10 days. On Friday, August 2, check out Grammy Award-winning duo The Chainsmokers at 7 p.m. And on the 9th, experience Godsmack at 7 p.m., with VIP packages available.

Photo

Keith Huylebroeck

Make the Most of the Season

at the IronPigs game

By Amy Unger

The crack of the bat. The roar of the crowd.

BACON.

lots an d lo ts of bacon.

It’s easy to understand why fans ﬂock to Coca-Cola Park in Allentown to cheer on the Lehigh Valley’s very own boys of summer, the IronPigs. But even if you’re not a baseball fan, chances are you’ll still ﬁnd something to squeal about at the Pigs’ state-of-the-art stadium.

Our hometown boy: Matt McBride

Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs. Position: Catcher

Born in Bethlehem. Graduated from Liberty High School and Lehigh University.

Photo by Cheryl Pursell

Fast Facts

The team previously played under the name the Ottawa Lynx with a home ﬁeld in Ontario, Canada.

Construction on Cola-Cola Park began in 2006. The IronPigs played their ﬁrst league game there on April 11, 2008, less than two weeks after facing off against the Philadelphia Phillies in an exhibition game.

The stadium has 8,089 ﬁxed seats with a maximum capacity of 10,100 (including general admission). It’s already sold out every seat in the ballpark more than 550 times.

The IronPigs have been Minor League Baseball's per-game attendance leader since the team's inception.

The team’s current name and mascots— FeRROUS and FeFe—are a shout-out to the Lehigh Valley’s manufacturing history. “Pig iron” is used in the making of steel. “FeRROUS” is derived from the Latin word for iron, and “FeFe” is a salute to the symbol for iron (Fe) on the periodic table of elements.

Take Me Out to the Ballgame

What you need to know before you go.

It’s affordable. Treating your family to a night at the ballpark won’t break the bank. You can snag a seat on the lawn (BYOB—bring your own blanket) for just $8. Seats in the stands go for $11. There’s plenty of parking spots available around the stadium for $5.

For the diehards

: The Pigs Pass allows users to attend all of the home games they want for $35 a month. The “Bacon, USA” club offers tons of perks, from discounts at the stadium to invitations to members-only events. Fans can choose from packages that start at four games and go all the way up to the full season.

Bring two or 20 (or 100) of your closest friends.

There’s plenty of elbow room at the ballpark, so if you travel with an entourage, or are looking for a spot for your next family reunion or corporate gathering, you’re in luck. Options range from the Berks Food Picnic Patio off of the left ﬁeld line, which can accommodate all the way up to 500 people, to the climate-controlled Billiards Suite on the club level, with access to the club bar and lounge. Wanna get even closer to the action? The BSI Dugout Suites are located at the ﬁeld level behind home plate.

Regardless of which package you pick, your group will get a shout-out on the IronPigs’ video board, and someone from your party could get the opportunity to throw out the ﬁrst pitch.

Photo by Cheryl Pursell

It’s not just about peanuts and Cracker Jack anymore. More than half a dozen new items are on the food menu for 2019.

This Year's Starting Lineup :

1 go hungry.

Lobster Mac & Cheese

Height: 3.5" | Weight: 0.75 lbs.

Location: Hot and Fresh Pizza behind section 108

Your favorite comfort food, topped with lobster. Enough said.

Sweet & Spicy Tenders and Waffles

Height: 1.5" | Weight: 0.85 lbs.

Location : Home Plate Grill behind section 109

Fried chicken tenders drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot sauce and served with fresh-made wafﬂes.

On the Bench :

Cuban Burger

Height: 4" | Weight: 0.95 lbs.

Location: Blast Furnace Grill near Main Gate

A porker patty topped with ham, Swiss cheese and yellow mustard.

Throwback Grilled Cheese

Height: 1.75" | Weight: 0.65 lbs.

Location : PNC Club Bar

The sandwich staple served with a side of tomato soup.

*Food dimensions are approximations made by a zealous foodie.

These join stadium staples like Pot Belly Pierogies, Old Bay Fries, the Pork Parfait, turkey legs and roasted corn from Aw Shucks.

One Step Below the Bigs

The IronPigs are the Triple A afﬁliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, meaning the same players who step up to the plate in Allentown could one day be doing the same thing at Citizens Bank Park. Heading into the 2019 season, 137 players have been promoted from the Lehigh Valley to Philadelphia.

Did we mention there’d be bacon ?

Height: 6'9" | Weight: 195 lbs.

Position: mascot

Whether you like it candied, wrapped around a hot dog, covered in chocolate, stuffed in a stromboli or in funnel cake form, a bacon ﬁx is always within arm’s reach at Coca-Cola Park.

Yes, you can eat

healthy.

Among the offerings for a diet-friendly outing: A black bean veggie burger, grilled chicken sandwich, fresh fruit or a pickle on a stick.

Feeling overwhelmed?

Pigsfoodﬁnder.com offers an interactive map that details who’s selling what, and where, in the stadium. There are nearly 40 different spots to choose from. And yes, adult beverages are available, including local craft beers and wine.

The IronPigs have made it to the playoffs three years in a row— ﬁngers crossed for year number four!

Make room for merch.

Whether you’re attending your ﬁrst IronPigs game or your 40th, it’s easy to look the part. A clubhouse store is accessible from inside and outside the stadium and offers everything a fan needs to suit up for the main event. “We have many new styles for this year, including expanded offerings for women and children,” says Lindsey Knupp, vice president of marketing and entertainment for the IronPigs. “For men, we have doubled the amount of product that we had last year. Every day something new and fun comes in.” Fans can buy the same clothing that players wear in warm-ups and at batting practice, as well as replicas of the jerseys they wear on the ﬁeld. And—never fear—the food vendors aren’t the only ones slinging bacon. There are bacon-themed items to be found (and sniffed) throughout the store, because, really, who doesn’t need their very own pair of Fighting Bacon socks?

It’s not just about baseball.

Even if you don’t know the difference between a balk and a bunt, you can expect to be entertained at Coca-Cola Park.

Expect promotions aplenty.

There’s a reason the creative minds working behind the scenes at Coca-Cola Park have been honored with a handful of Golden Bobblehead awards for their marketing and advertising campaigns. The schedule is packed with theme nights, giveaways (bobbleheads galore!) and more.

upcoming highlights :

June 11

Seinfeld Night featuring a visit from the “Soup Nazi” himself, Larry Thomas.

June 28

Jurassic “Pork” Night

July 25

Christmas in July

An upgraded ticket gets you a Cousin Eddie-style cap and a chance to win a year's subscription to the "Jelly of the Month Club,” seriously.

August 10

Superhero Night

August 23

Field of Dreams Night

And remember to

keep an eye to the sky.

Fireworks displays are on deck following every Friday and (as of May) Saturday home game at Coca-Cola Park. A special patriotic 3-D display is planned for July 4.

More perks

June 16

Dad gets dress socks for Father’s Day.

Mondays

Score $1 Berks hot dogs

Thursdays

Raise a glass during the ballpark’s extended Happy Hour starting at 5 p.m.

Sundays

Kids can run the bases after every Sunday game, or register online for a chance to be either the “Play Ball Kid,” who yells those magic words from the field before the first pitch, or the “Tike on the Mic,” who announces the first three batters of an inning from the press box.

for the kids

This year, Coca-Cola Park is unveiling a brand-new playground inside the Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital KidsZone. It’s geared toward kids who are between two and ﬁve years old, and joins an existing structure for older children. Both areas have added a new, protective ﬂooring that provides a softer landing spot.

for the Ladies

The summer months feature a triple play of pre-game Ladies' Nights at the stadium. Package prices range from $35 to $50 and include a ticket to the game, plus an activity based on the theme of the day:

June 6 : Sangria Tasting

July 2 4 : Pig Yoga

August 19 : Paint and Sip

for the

Dogs

TD Bank Dog Days encourage attendees to bring their pups to the game! Get a season Pawparrazzi Membership for free four-legged entry.

June 12, July 29, August 19

For everybody

Be sure to bring your fielder’s mitt.

Even if you’re not lucky enough to shag a foul ball during the game, you might have the chance to snag a free shirt or soft-toss ball being launched from the ﬁeld from the IronPigs’ roving slingshot teams and T-shirt cannons.

Root for your favorite stadium snack.

The nightly Pork Race is a fan favorite. Mascots Diggity, Chris P. Bacon, Barbie Q, Ribbie and Hambone give it their all in a sprint that starts outside the stadium (via video, anyway) and ends at home plate.

Prepare for prime selfie opportunities.

During the games, FeRROUS and FeFe are just as busy as the men in uniform on the ﬁeld. When they are not pumping up the crowd or participating in some on-ﬁeld antics, they’re roaming around the stands and taking pictures with their adoring fans.

Photo by Cheryl Pursell

beyond the menu

5-Laye r Veggi e Mea t Lasagna WITH MIKE GEARY

It was the winter of 1996 when Mike Geary and his girlfriend, Cheri, decided to take a one-way road trip to ﬁnd a new place to live. Both were looking for something new after living in St. Petersburg, Florida for the past four years. Mike was born and raised in Philadelphia (read: huge fan of all Philadelphia sports) and Cheri had grown up on Long Island. When the road signs started counting down miles for the Lehigh Valley, Cheri decided she “loved the name” and that was reason enough to consider calling it home. Of course, what is a road trip without a little adventure? As fate would have it, they drove right into the Valley in the middle of the great blizzard of ’96. Determined to ﬁnd a place to live, Mike picked an apartment and they moved in in the midst of the snow. The next day, he was

determined to ﬁnd a job. So, despite not knowing anyone in the Lehigh Valley (and the multiple feet of snow on the ground), Mike went out and found people shoveling a restaurant parking lot. He met the chef who was prepping in the kitchen and was hired on the spot as the pastry chef at the Farmhouse in Emmaus.

That same determination and drive to succeed has steered his entire career. Mike had his start in the food industry at age 11 when his mom, a waitress, got him a job as a dishwasher. Every job since then has been a bigger step forward for him and eventually led Mike to open Old School Sandwich Company in Allentown. “Everything is made fresh and in house, all the time, and when we serve our roasted prime rib cheesesteak, customers are lined up around the building,” he says.

“We are always busy prepping in our kitchens and never have enough time to eat, so most of the time, we make a really delicious sandwich from the items we have been slow roasting and marinating for service that night.” Sundays at home are his family meal nights with his now wife, Cheri, and son, Nick.

The lasagna recipe he’s sharing is in heavy rotation, as it is a house favorite. Mike makes his own homemade mozzarella, grows his own vegetables and his pasta is from scratch. The sauce (gravy, as he calls it) slow cooks on the stovetop all day in preparation for each of his six layers of rich cheesy lasagna, stuffed with zucchini and sausage. Mike takes pride in growing his ingredients and making this meal for his family. His enthusiasm and tenacity have won him the title of

Pennsylvania Iron Chef gold medalist three times, and his newest adventure, Get Fed Catering, will undoubtedly be successful with his creativity and talent behind it. Mike’s love for his family, for homemade food and for sharing his gift of hospitality will continue to draw both old-school fans and newcomers.

Old School Sandwich Company

7540 Windsor Dr., Allentown

610.481.9184

oldschoolsandwichcompany.com

Tag @lvstylemag and #lvstylerecipes when you make it at home!

TEXT & PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

Keep an eye out for a special LASAGNA-INSPIRED SANDWICH on the menu this month!

INGREDIENTS

4 cups gravy

5 layers fresh pasta sheets or 30 pieces of store-bought no-bake lasagna noodles

4 cups ricotta

2 lb. fresh mozzarella, sliced

2 cups locatelli, grated

2 cups aged provolone, shredded

1 small zucchini, thinly sliced

1 small yellow squash, thinly sliced

1 lb. fresh sausage, cooked and sliced

1 lb. fresh meatballs, cooked and sliced

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray 10x13x4 pan with oil. Cover bottom with 1/2 cup of gravy.

LAYERS

- Layer of pasta, 1 cup ricotta, half of the meatball, half of the sausage, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup gravy.

- Layer of pasta, 1/2 cup gravy, 1 cup of the ricotta, zucchini, squash, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup gravy.

- Layer of pasta, 1 cup ricotta, the other half of the meatball, the other half of the sausage, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup gravy, 1 cup aged provolone.

- Layer of pasta, 1/2 cup gravy, 1 cup ricotta, spinach.

- Layer of pasta, 1/2 cup of gravy, 1/2 cup of mozzarella, 1 cup of locatelli.

- Layer of pasta, 1 cup gravy, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1 cup of locatelli, 1 cup aged provolone.

Wrap tight with clear wrap and then foil. Bake 11/2 hours, uncover and bake another 1/2 hour.

ZEST BAR+GRILLE Risin g High

BY CARRIE HAVRANEK | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

Zest Bar and Grille opened in Southside Bethlehem roughly ﬁve months ago, and it’s from John Trapani and John “JP” Pukanecz, the owners of the long-running and much-loved Grille 3501 in Allentown. Imagine a similar menu, but with its own personality that seeks to embrace the energy of the neighborhood. And oh, an absolutely stellar view.

Shiitake mushrooms and lemongrass scallion broth

PRICKLY PEAR MARGARITA

El jimador silver, cointreau, prickly pear purée, sour and lime juices

However, in order to take in that view, you need to do something that’s a bit unfamiliar to most restaurant-goers in the Lehigh Valley: You have to get on an elevator. It’s a bit disorienting, almost as though you are going to a doctor’s ofﬁce or a workplace. But instead, you arrive at a spiffy new space—you can practically still smell a note of newness hiding among the aromas of seafood and other savory things.

Zest is smartly designed to optimize the view of Southside Bethlehem, with retractable windows, tables that are window height and a variety of seating areas to accommodate almost any need, from a cozy duo to a larger group or even a small meeting or event. It boasts an all-year-round balcony (heaters help)—it’s a rooftop restaurant, one of only a few in the region.

As the story goes, according to Anthony Trapani (John’s son), he was ﬁnishing his business degree at Lehigh while living in Bethlehem, and the conversation emerged kind of

“I thought, this is the perfect time to get into the South Side, with all the development and expansion going on,” he says.

organically. “I never thought I would do this,” he says, in reference to working in the restaurant business, despite having worked in it since he was 14. An unfulﬁlling internship told him otherwise. “I realized I needed to not be doing the same thing every day,” he says. Hello, food industry!

“I thought, this is the perfect time to get into the South Side, with all the development and expansion going on,” he says.

It happened quickly. More specifically, from birth of the concept to full-ﬂedged realization, it took about a year, he says. And that even includes walking around a construction site in hard hats. For Anthony, it’s been an immersive process. “I’ve

been involved in every aspect of the building. I’ve seen it from framing until now. It’s been really fulﬁlling,” he says.

The kitchen is run by Justin Cogan, who worked at Grain and Cosmopolitan and, most recently, at Grille 3501 for two years before coming to Zest. The food is best described as New American, which is kind of culinary shorthand for saying a little bit of everything. There are many dishes general manager Greer Dalpe describes as “approachable,” but then also some chef faves, too, such as bone marrow, fried cauliﬂower that doesn’t lean Middle Eastern but instead, Asian, and a dish with rabbit, a lesser-used protein by most restaurants in the region. Asian, French and Italian ingredients, dishes and preparations thrive, without a doubt (dumplings, foie gras and risottos, for example), but also “American” items such as burgers, brisket and jumbo lump crab cakes. A range of creative salads, many of which lean French in their feel, are available, too—look for the one with shaved asparagus, if it’s still on the menu when this is published. The lobster

risotto is both light and fresh-tasting —risotto can so easily feel heavy on the palate. The steamed edamame dumplings with shiitake mushrooms in a lemongrass scallion broth happen to be both vegan and delicious. And we are only getting started—these are all just appetizers. The entrées include just about every protein you can think of, whether it’s tuna, chicken, veal, sea scallops (with risotto and a rosemary-lemon vinaigrette—it’s a favorite already), ﬁlet mignon, pork cheeks, duck and so forth.

The menu, which will change seasonally, deﬁnitely feels related to Grille 3501, in both subtle and overt ways. Dalpe explains that a few items were imported from the Allentown restaurant, and there’s a section of the cocktail menu called “If It Ain’t Broke,” which features the top four drinks from Grille 3501. But two items—the crab and mango spring

Chef Justin Cogan

SEA SCALLOPS

rolls, with a coconut curry remoulade, and the crispy chicken dumplings (cucumber jicama slaw and soy yuzu sauce)—are straight-up duplicates. “We wanted to have some things we knew were home runs,” she explains.

As one might expect of a doubly new experience—a brand-new

SHAVED ASPARAGUS

endive, arugula, blood orange vinaigrette, bacon, hazelnuts

restaurant in a new building—Zest is garnering a lot of attention. The ﬁrst year of a restaurant is a big test—of its staff, its kitchen, its clientele, its patience, its concept. But it is also a big draw. The menu can please a diverse group of diners, the drinks list is not loaded with all the usual suspects (except the aforementioned

Parmesan risotto, rosemarylemon vinaigrette, baby arugula and burnt onion puree

“People are coming here as a night out. You should see the shoes. People are getting dressed up. There’s something dressy about the entire place.”

imports) and you won’t want for a craft beer. The crowd is varied, says Dalpe. There’s a dinner rush, without a doubt, but after that thins out on the weekends, it becomes kind of a scene, she says. “People are coming here as a night out. You should see the shoes. People are getting dressed up. There’s something dressy about the entire place,” she says. (I’m convinced it has at the very least something to do with the view and arriving by elevator.)

Dalpe, who has a degree in food and beverage management from Johnson and Wales University, has long been fascinated with restaurants. “It’s just in me. I have always loved to go out to eat,” she explains.

There’s a transformation that takes place when you leave your house to go out to eat. It’s a deliberate act, one that usually requires some planning—or a healthy dose of serendipity, depending on your world view. “When you walk into a restaurant, you’re not having a bad day,” says Dalpe. You enter a fabricated space, someone’s version of reality, for an hour or two. The colors, the sights, the smells—the whole sensory experience of escaping and engaging in a new world for a short period of time is certainly something that brings people off their couches and into restaurants.

Zest gives us yet another reason to make that choice.

Bar+Grille

Hours

Mon.–Thurs.: 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Fri.: 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.; Sat.: 4–11 p.m.

Parking

Zest is adjacent to a parking deck, so it shouldn’t be hard to ﬁnd a spot.

Reservations

This place is very new and therefore drawing people to its tables like magnets, so it’s wise to reserve for the weekends.

Payment

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Cash

What to Order

The menu is varied and anyone who’s been to Grille 3501 will see some familiar items, such as the crab and mango spring rolls and the humorously titled section of the drinks menu: “If It Ain’t Broke.” Those items include martinis ranging from the 3501 and Cucumber Mint to French Pear and Espresso. According to general manager Greer Dalpe, people are digging the lobster risotto, which is light and clean tasting, and the scallops entrée—both happen to contain elements of risotto.

Special Events

Happy Hour takes place Monday through Thursday from 4–6 p.m., and Fridays from 3:30–6 p.m., exclusively at the bar. Draft craft beers and select wines by the glass are $5; the featured martini is $6. Select apps (including, yes, those crab and mango spring rolls, along with trufﬂe Parmesan fries, fried cauliﬂower and some other snacky things) are all $7.

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$$$ $25+

Folino Estate Vineyard & Winery $$

340 Old Rte. 22, Kutztown, 484.452.3633, folinoestate.com

Fiesta Olé Mexican Restaurant $-$$

1116 Chestnut St., Emmaus, 610.966.5522, ﬁestaole.com

Authentic Mexican restaurant with fresh food and very friendly ambiance and service with affordable prices. Lunch & dinner.

Foundation Tavern $$

1160 S. Krocks Rd., Wescosville, 610.391.0648, foundationtavern.com

Lunch, dinner & late night.

Gio Italian Grill $$

6465 Village Ln., Macungie, 610.966.9446, gioitaliangrill.com

Gio Italian Grill offers old world charm with a progressive twist. Centering around their woodstone open ﬂame hearth, Gio uses only imported ingredients to produce mouth-watering flavors. Take-out and private parties available. Lunch & dinner.

Glasbern Inn $$-$$$

2141 Packhouse Rd., Fogelsville, 610.285.4723, glasbern.com

Italian restaurant making homemade pasta, sauces, desserts and more! Serving lunch and dinner Wed.–Sun. and brunch

10 a.m.–1 p.m. on Sun. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

The Grille at Bear Creek $$

101 Doe Mountain Ln., Macungie, 610.641.7149, bcmountainresort.com

Features modern American cuisine, a full-service bar, scenic views and award-winning outdoor dining. Dinner & late night.

Carbon

Slopeside Pub & Grill $-$$$

1660 Blue Mountain Dr., Palmerton, 610.824.1557, skibluemt.com

Offers indoor dining in addition to their ever-popular outdoor dining! Guests will enjoy delicious food, tasty drinks and unforgettable scenic views all year round. Lunch & dinner.

Lehigh

Aladdin Restaurant $$

651 Union Blvd., Allentown, 610.437.4023, aladdinlv.com

Family owned and operated for over 30 years. Serving a variety of authentic Middle Eastern cuisine from homemade grape leaves to delicious shish kabobs. Lunch & dinner.

Bell Hall $

612 W. Hamilton Blvd., Allentown, 610.437.1825, bellhallallentown.com

Allentown hot spot featuring juicy burgers and Pennsylvania craft beers. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Copperhead Grille $-$$

1731 Airport Rd., Allentown, 610.403.4600, copperheadgrille.com

The Lehigh Valley’s premiere sports grille, offering signature homemade recipes. Two great locations Brunch, lunch & dinner.

Don Juan Mex Grill $

1328 Chestnut St. Emmaus, 610.438.5661, donjuanmexgrill.com

Bringing Latin-inspired food to local communities. Lunch & dinner.

Come experience dining at the Farm’s Table. Many of the ingredients are grown and raised on our sustainable farm just ten minutes west of Allentown. Their new Grand Lodge is open year-round and accommodates up to 150 guests. The Glasbern offers options for both rustic and elegant weddings, great views for outdoor ceremonies, overnight lodging options, meeting rooms and spa facilities. Lunch & dinner.

Grille 3501 $$$

3501 Broadway, Allentown, 610.706.0100, grille3501.com

Upscale, yet unpretentious. Fine fusion cuisine. Extensive martini, wine and beer menus. Lunch & dinner.

The Hamilton Kitchen & Bar $$$

645 W. Hamilton St., Allentown, 610.433.3535, thehamiltonkitchen.com

The Hamilton features seasonal American cuisine, from regional classics to favorites from the family dinner table. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

Hops Fogelsville $$

7921 Main St., Fogelsville, 610.395.3999, hopslehighvalley.com

Historic pub serving up all American classics with weekly specials to make mouths water. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Hops at The Paddock $$

1945 W. Columbia St., Allentown, 610.437.3911, hopslehighvalley.com

Come to eat, drink and have fun! Friendly, food-oriented sports bar with cold brews! Lunch, dinner & late night.

House & Barn $$

149 Chestnut St., Emmaus, 610.421.6666, houseandbarn.net

Two distinctly different restaurants, one spectacular setting, entirely re-imagined. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

Keystone Pub $

1410 Grape St., Whitehall, 610.434.7600, keystonepub.com

Demand better beer! Call ahead seating. Lunch, dinner & late night.

KOMÉ Fine Japanese Cuisine and Hibachi $$

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.798.9888, komerestaurant.com

A contemporary Japanese cuisine and hibachi. Extraordinary sushi, non-sushi dishes served in a contemporary, yet sensual atmosphere. Lunch & dinner.

Photo by Alison Conklin

Matey’s Famous Steaks & Pizza $ 1305 Broadway, Bethlehem, 610.866.6022, mateysfamous.com

Casual, family-friendly dining featuring cheesesteaks, pizza, salads, wraps and milkshakes. Fun, 50s-style décor! Lunch & dinner.

Melt $$$

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.798.9000, meltgrill.com

Offering a sumptuous menu of contemporary Italian fare in its breathtaking 350-seat restaurant, with spacious and customizable rooms for private events. Lunch, dinner & late night.

The Mint Gastropub $$

1223 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.419.3810, bethlehemmint.com

An American Gastropub focused on reinventing the “Table” in Comfortable. Brunch, dinner & late night.

Morgan’s $

3079 Willow St., Allentown , 610.769.4100, morgansrest.net

Great cuisine in a beautiful setting. Owner Blake Morgan serves breakfast, lunch and dinner to meet all dining needs. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.

My Tequila House $$ 1808 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall, 484.664.7109, mytequilahouse.com

Laid-back cantina providing down-home Mexican recipes, a large tequila list and lively happy hours. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Pocono Brewery Co. $$ 938 Lifestyle Center, Whitehall, 610.264.2194, poconobrewery.com

Authentic wood-fired pizza, imported meat and cheese boards, nachos, salads and craft beer. Lunch & dinner.

Ringers Roost $$ 1801 W. Liberty St., Allentown, 610.437.4941, ringersroost1801.com

Family-friendly restaurant. Lots of parking. Friendly faces. Excellent food, from seafood to cheesesteaks. Great beer selection. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Roma Ristorante $$

925 Airport Center Dr., Allentown, 610.841.7662, romapa.com

Serving only the ﬁnest and freshest Italian dishes to the Lehigh Valley. Lunch & dinner.

Savory Grille $$$

2934 Seisholtzville Rd., Macungie, 610.845.2010, savorygrille.com

A culinary gem housed in the historic Seisholtzville Hotel, Savory Grille takes gives back to a time when ﬁne dining was an experience to be savored. Dinner.

Taters Half Baked $$

6616 Ruppsville Rd., Allentown, 610.366.1130, gamechangerworld.com

Serving all your favorite American food in a family friendly atmosphere. Dinner & late night.

The Tavern on Liberty $

2246 W. Liberty St., Allentown, 484.221.8765, tavernonliberty.com

“Life, liberty and the pursuit of beer.” Check out other location in Reading called The Liberty Taproom. Open seven days a week. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Top Cut Steakhouse $$$

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.841.7100, topcutsteak.com

Classically inspired cocktails, exquisite wines and USDA prime steaks in a 1940s style rooftop atmosphere. Dinner & late night.

Torre $$

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.841.9399, torrerestaurant.com

Classic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist in a fun, familyfriendly atmosphere. Enjoy Happy Hour gathered around the three-story tequila tower. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

The Trapp Door Gastropub $$$

4226 Chestnut St., Emmaus, 610.965.5225, thetrappdoorgastropub.com

Upscale food in a fun, relaxed atmosphere with an extensive craft beer list. Brunch, dinner & late night.

Union and Finch $$

1528 W. Union St., Allentown, 610.432.1522, unionandﬁnch.com

A casual American bistro serving lunch and dinner six days a week and brunch on weekends Brunch, lunch & dinner.

Youell’s Oyster House $$$

2249 Walnut St., Allentown, 610.439.1203, youellsoysterhouse.com

Sea to table since 1895. The region’s destination for fresh seafood and steaks. Dinner.

dining guide

Northampton

1741 on the Terrace $$$

437 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.625.2219, hotelbethlehem.com

The award-winning culinary team takes pride in presenting seasonal menus combined with the 1741 classic. Dinner.

A Ca Mia $$

4330 Lehigh Dr , Walnutport, 610.760.3207, acamiapa.com

Unique, homemade, Italian cuisine made with fresh flavorful ingredients; served in a family-friendly atmosphere. Lunch & dinner.

Apollo Grill $$$

85 W. Broad St., Bethlehem , 610.865.9600, apollogrill.com

Bistro-style restaurant encouraging a grazing dining experience.

Comfortable, friendly, sophisticated and lively. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Bethlehem Brew Works $$

559 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.882.1300, thebrewworks.com

Award winning, environmentally friendly restaurant and brewery. Family owned and operated since 1998. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

blue grillhouse & event center $$$

4431 Easton Ave., Bethlehem, 610.691.8400, bluegrillhouse.com

From a party of four on the covered outdoor patio to a party of 400 in the newly renovated event center ballroom, blue delivers with prime steaks and seafood, a sprawling wine list and impeccable service. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

Buddy V’s Ristorante $$$

77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, pasands.com

The menu offers twists on Italian-American favorites like Sunday Gravy and Steak Pizzaiola. Lunch & dinner.

Burgers And More by Emeril $$ 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, pasands.com

Chef Emeril Lagasse uses only the freshest and ﬁnest ingredients to create a mouth-watering burger customers will never forget. Lunch & dinner.

Emeril’s Chop House $$$

77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, pasands.com

Indulge in a variety of irresistible dishes featuring tender steak cuts, mouth-watering prime rib and so much more. Dinner.

Emeril’s Fish House $$$

77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, pasands.com

Discover an exciting new menu featuring notable additions including Grilled Octopus, a raw bar and so much more. Dinner.

Hawaii Poke Bowl $

306 Town Center Blvd., Easton, 610.330.2886, hawaii-poke-bowl-forks.business.site

Rice bowl with sushi-grade ﬁsh, veggies and Asian toppings. Lunch & dinner.

Jenny’s Kuali $

102 E. 4 th St., Bethlehem, 610.758.8088, jennyskuali.com

Offering Malaysian cuisine, vegetarian entrees and noodle dishes freshly prepared in house every day. Lunch & dinner.

Jumbars $$

1342 Chelsea Ave., Bethlehem, 610.866.1660, jumbars.com

Great food. Great atmosphere. Everything made fresh to order. Desserts are delectable! Breakfast & lunch.

Keystone Pub $

3259 Easton Ave., Bethlehem, 610.814.0400, keystonepub.com

Demand better beer! Call ahead seating. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Leaf Restaurant & Cigar Bar $$

90 Mort Dr., Easton, 610.559.1336, leafcigarbar.com

Global fusion cuisine on the finer side of casual. Fresh, local and sustainable menu. Full bar with over 90 craft beer selections. Lunch & dinner.

The Market Gourmet Express $

77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, pasands.com

All the classic favorites in one place. Nathan’s hot dogs, burgers, pizza, salad, sushi, ice cream and coffee. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Maxim’s 22 $$$

322 Northampton St., Easton, 610.252.2622, maxims22.com

Maxim’s 22 bistro and brasserie is the latest from the awardwinning Sette Luna team. Known for comfortable french fare in a casual setting. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub $$$

534 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.861.7631, redstagpub.com

Experience the ﬂavor of the Irish and British Isles! Over 200 scotch/whiskies, homemade breads and baked goods and from-scratch cooking! Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

Mitzi’s Table $

3650 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem, 610.730.1670, mitzistable.com

Retro dining—all day brunch—classic comfort food kicked up with regional and ethnic specialties. Breakfast, brunch & lunch.

Molinari’s $$

322 E. 3 rd St., Bethlehem, 610.625.9222, molinarimangia.com

Authentic Italian food—simple, fresh, ﬂavorful. Indulge in freshly made pasta, pizza in the Neapolitan style, gelato and sorbetto made on premises, and Italian wines and craft beers. Dinner.

Ocean $$

235 Ferry St., Easton, 610.559.7211, ocean235.com

With an eclectic, diverse menu and a New York restaurant and lounge feel, Ocean is the place to experience before a State show or for a romantic dinner in Easton’s growing new restaurant scene. Dinner & late night.

Prime Steak House $$

325 Stoke Park Rd., Bethlehem, 610.882.4070, primestkhouse.com

Serving Premium Black Angus steaks, fresh seafood, chicken and pasta. Extended wine list Lunch & dinner.

Rakkii Ramen $$

328 S. New St., Bethlehem, 610.419.8007, rakkiiramen.com

A modern restaurant serving traditional ramen and fusion side dishes. Lunch & dinner.

Sette Luna $$

219 Ferry St., Easton, 610.253.8888, setteluna.com

Rustic Italian featuring wood oven pizza, homemade pasta, alfresco dining. The enoteca boasts the Valley’s most extensive

wine and beer list. Private wine cellar and live jazz every weekend. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

The Slate Pub $

509 E. Main St., Pen Argyl, 610.881.4700, slatepub.com

Hometown pub known for its award-winning wings, cheesesteaks, original Belly Busters, nightly dinner specials, vegan and gluten-free choices. Enjoy an extensive cocktail and beer selection. Weekends include karaoke, DJs and live entertainment. Lunch, dinner & late night.

Social Still $$$

530 E. 3 rd St., Bethlehem, 610.625.4585, socialstill.com

Full plate American-fusion restaurant, craft distillery, craft beers, local wine and tasting room. Dinner.

Steelworks Buffet & Grill $$

77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 610.419.5555, steelworksbuffetandgrill.com

Experience a variety of fresh culinary dishes from around the world at Steelworks Buffet & Grill. Featuring live action cooking and a fully stocked bar, guests will enjoy a variety of fresh international culinary dishes at the all-you-can-eat buffet or choose their favorites from the a la carte menu, including artisan pizza, a pasta station, fresh-carved meats and more. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Stefano’s Italian Restaurant $

2970 Linden St., Bethlehem, 610.866.8886, stefanosrest.com

“Traditional Italian Taste, Modern Italian Flair” Family-owned and -operated in the Lehigh Valley for over 26 years. Take-out, dine-in, lounge and banquet facilities available. Lunch & dinner.

Stefano’s Sicilian Grille $$

5364 Nor Bath Blvd. (Rte. 329), Northampton, 610.262.8760, stefanossiciliangrille.com

Italian restaurant with a Sicilian ﬂair. Family-oriented with a casual attitude. Lunch & dinner.

Tap Room at Hotel

Bethlehem $$

437 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.625.2226, hotelbethlehem.com

Offers award-winning musical brunch every Sunday with a splendid buffet array and much more! Breakfast, lunch, dinner & late night.

Twisted Olive $$$

51 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.419.1200, twistedolivebethlehem.com

A casual, bistro-style restaurant with a world twist serving creative, casual cuisine, along with house-made infused cocktails. Lunch & dinner.

The View at Morgan Hill $$

100 Clubhouse Dr., Easton, 610.923.8480, morganhillgc.com

Upscale casual dining with the best view in the Lehigh Valley. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

Weaversville Inn/Jessica’s Tearoom $$ 6916 Weaversville Rd., Northampton, 610.502.9881, weaversvilleinn.com

Historic country inn offering American cuisine for dinner. Victorian tearoom and lunch by day. Lunch & dinner.

Widow’s Tavern and Grille $$

200 Main St., Stockertown, 610.365.8890, widowstavern.com

Casual dining with an upscale feel. American cuisine with an Asian flair to please any palate. Beautiful, friendly and comfortable atmosphere. Entertainment every Wed. starting at 7 p.m., and Sat. starting at 9 p.m. Lunch & dinner.

ZEST bar+grille $$$

The Rooftop at 306 S. New St., Bethlehem, 610.419.4320, zestbethlehem.com

A culinary and social experience offering a progressive menu that highlights the best of New American cuisine. Lunch & dinner.

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Th e Fegley ’s Blood y Mary Fegley’s Brew Works

BY KRISTEN RINALDI PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHELBIE PLETZ

A combination of vodka, black pepper, Tabasco, Worcestershire and horseradish—and blended with some killer Bloody Mary mix— Fegley’s presents this brunch favorite (and hangover ﬁghter) in a 14-ounce Wit glass. It’s garnished with lemon, lime and olives and is available year-round at both Brew Works locations. Marketing manager Skylar Young says, “It pairs excellently with any of our Sunday brunch options.” Sunday brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., during which the Bloody Marys are just $4. And their brunch food options are aplenty, with menus varying between locations. Think breakfast tacos (sausage, scrambled eggs, cheddar jack cheese, red onions and peppers, served on ﬂour tortillas and topped with pico, shredded lettuce and cilantro lime sour cream), sunrise grilled cheese (toasted brioche bread topped with Cooper cheese, brown sugar pepper bacon and fried egg) and porter French toast (egg-battered brioche bread, topped with strawberries, powdered sugar and porter maple syrup) and more.

Not into Bloody Marys?

During Sunday brunch, martinis are available for $5 and mimosa carafes are just $6.

812 W. Hamilton St., Allentown

610.433.7777

559 Main St. Suite 101, Bethlehem 610.882.1300 thebrewworks.com