fig spring 2016 | issue no. 10 | the fresh, fashionable, & flavorful of bethlehem, pennsylvania
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Spring is upon us, and with it comes a renewed sense of being. The days get a bit longer, the air smells a bit sweeter, the sun beckons us to come outside. We awaken from our winter hibernation curious about what's new in this city we love. It's time to try that new spot on the corner that people have been talking about. It's time to start filling our calendars with upcoming events and social gatherings. With the warmer weather comes a freedom to begin exploring and expanding our horizons. Try out a cooking class at Northampton Community College so you can make the most of your fresh veggies from the farmer's market. Volunteer at New Bethany Ministries and learn how they are helping our neighbors. Check out a show at The Ice House or Zoellner Center and dive into the amazing art community that Bethlehem is building. There are new and exciting things happening all around us. While curiosity may sometimes get the best of us, in this town, being curious helps us to push our boundaries and think outside the box. So get out there and find out all you can about our amazing city. We'll be right there with you.
stephanie faerber Meet the entire creative & talented team that makes Fig possible at figindustries.com.
thank you to our Fig Community Supporters— businesses committed to a thriving downtown economy: Garden Spot Village, Valley National Financial Advisors, and Bell Gate Farm. Although they may not be located in the city, they believe in the power of buying local and shopping small. Learn more about them starting on page 36 and take time this spring to visit and tell them you found them in Fig!
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N o 10 What makes something curious? This issue we decided to look in some new places and meet some fresh faces. Join with us this season to explore what excites!
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Ann Marie Supinski, owner
FRESH FACE : a fashionable woman in her fifties has a strong sense of herself. She knows what she wants. She doesn’t want to look twenty-five, but she doesn’t want to look eighty either. Fortunately, AM Luxe in downtown Bethlehem is in the business of creating the image she envisions for herself. Owner Ann Marie Supinski has spent decades in corporate retail. She was VP of operations nationally for stores like The Limited and Liz Claiborne, and was flying out of Philadelphia or Newark every week.
AM LUXE “After 35 years of doing that,” she says, “friends and colleagues encouraged me to go out on my own.” Ann Marie and her husband have lived in the Lehigh Valley for years, enjoying the variety Bethlehem has to offer. But still she felt there was something missing. “I personally went to King of Prussia to shop, to Short Hills, and to New York,” she says; but there was no place in Bethlehem that was comparable. “When I envisioned opening a shop of my own, it was really important to me that it
be unique and focused on that sophisticated woman.” Unlike other stores, AM Luxe is open until 8 pm Thursday through Saturday. Ann Marie is also expanding the brand to do personal styling consultations. With apparel, accessories, and home furnishings, AM Luxe will be all about creating a lifestyle for the customer, “where urban elegance meets downtown charm,” as its tagline says. Learn more on their Facebook page. 74 west broad street 610.419.2037
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Ward Van Haute shown creating in his studio, Studio 945, in downtown Bethlehem
an inside look at studio 945
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behind the scenes In this sleek modern studio, resident artist, Ward Van Haute, creates reverse paintings on glass and uses the studio to explore sculpture and kiln formed glass techniques. Ward also utilizes Studio 945 to curate and design exhibits for Bethlehem House Contemporary Art Gallery. In addition to being a creative workspace, Studio 945 serves as an alternate gallery venue for Bethlehem House Contemporary Art Gallery, with a focus on events and exclusive audience exhibitions. The modern architecture is the perfect backdrop for contemporary art events, lending itself to vernissage, pop-ups, and other limited run and invited audience affairs.
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Bethlehem House Contemporary Art Gallery specializes in both emerging and established regional artists, and provides original, innovative art in a variety of contemporary styles for a range of household budgets. At Bethlehem House, we believe that anyone can be an art collector and all homes can be enriched by the display of original fine art.
“Pilot, or How Do You Stop A Flying Dreadnaught 3” by Anthony Smith
Ward Van Haute, director/curator; & Kate Hughes, assistant director. Painting on back wall by Egidio Galgano.
“Spring” by Katelyn Lau
OFFERING CONTEMPORARY ARTWORKS DISPLAYED IN A FURNISHED INTERIOR THAT MIMICS THE USE OF ART IN THE HOME.
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BEHIND THE SCENES DOLLHOUSE TOUR THE ELIZABETH JOHNSTON PR IM E D OLLHOU SE COLLE C T ION
Step inside the newly renovated, state-of-the-art, humidity-controlled Collections Resource Center, an experience no other tour provides.
Witness the transformation of architecture, clothing, and furniture styles that spans across one hundred years, from the 1820s to the 1930s.
Behind the Scenes tours are offered every third Sunday at 2 pm and 3:30 pm. Dates are as follows: March 20, April 17, May 15, and June 19. tickets must be purchased in advance.
Tour and visit KEMERER MUSEUM OF DECORATIVE ARTS FRIDAY – SUNDAY 11 – 4 427 North New Street 1.800.360.TOUR
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authentic | spring 2016 | figbethlehem.com authentic. true. bethlehem.
Javier Ávila, professor at Northampton Community College
AUTHENTIC :
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javier Ávila is the real deal.
his own life story. He never intended to be so frank with his students, he says, but he realized that was the only way to go for him. “I want them to feel like they can tell me anything,” he says. “Ultimately, what we want out of literature is to acquire empathy, to be able to put ourselves in someone else’s situation.”
acceptance speech for Professor of the Year. “I want to provide them with an environment where they feel comfortable to be themselves, be authentic with them and expect them to be authentic with me, and make sure that they never forget that learning is enlightening, empowering, and beautiful.”
What makes Javier so highly regarded is his sincerity. “Students know when a professor is not passionate and genuine,” he says. So when he teaches literature, he also tells
In addition to literature, one thing that has increased Javier’s own empathy is raising his son, Oscar. “My goal is to treat my students the way I would like Oscar’s teachers to treat him,” he wrote in his
To learn more about Javier and his work, go to javieravila.org.
Not only has he published poetry, essays, and novels—one of which, Different, was made into a movie, Miente—he was named the Pennsylvania Professor of the Year in 2015. Today, Javier is a beloved professor at Northampton Community College, where he’s been teaching English since 2006.
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AN INTRODUCTION TO SKATEBOARDING:
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“everyone falls down—especially skateboarders. That's why everything I
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needed to know about life, I learned from skateboarding. Skating taught me that it’s okay to fall down and the only way to achieve my goal was to get back up. Practicing new tricks taught me to be patient. And when you finally roll away from a trick you’ve tried 100 times, you realize the most rewarding experiences in life are the ones you work hard for, for yourself.” - andy po, owner The Bethlehem Skateplaza is an amazing place for the youth to safely learn to skateboard and stay active. That's why we are working with the BASD to start an afterschool skateboard program. Members of our staff spend their summers counseling at the world famous Woodward Skate Camp and offer individual lessons. Registration for our local beginner skateboard camp is starting soon, too. 14 west 4th street 610.866.0540 homebase610.com
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T H AT W I L L L A S T A L I F E T I M E When you visit Moravian Academy, a respectful community of people will welcome you. On our two beautiful campuses, we offer day students an education that develops the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. We seek to educate by inspiring and supporting our students, building a solid foundation for them, rich in hands-on experiences, innovation, and global perspective upon which a lifelong love of learning can grow. Discover state-of-the-art offerings including our new Primer educational program for three year olds, Lower School Spanish Immersion program, and Upper School Robotics program.
join us for an upcoming admissions event or plan your personal visit today! moravianacademy.org/visit
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“The handcrafted crystal and metal pendant dresses up the casual fabrics and plays with the embroidered swirls in the accent pillow. The pop of gold from the pendant and the fabric add excitement to the room.”
“The drawing depicting Paris in the 20s sits on an easel from another era; the citron and raspberry fabric adds tension to this otherwise neutral palette. The crystal accessory adds texture and interest in the room.”
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one-of-a-kind design Projects range from small scale refreshing rooms, bath and kitchen remodels, interior architecture, space planning and image areas for business, retail, and restaurants.
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FRESH FACE : whether you’re a kid or an adult, if you’ve never been to Color
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Nagabhyru and her friendly and talented staff are there to help you as much or as little as you like, with three easy steps: You pick the item you want. You paint it. They fire it in their kiln. Tara spent most of her career in the financial industry before opening her Color Me Mine franchise. She had always had a creative nature, but the practical realities of life compelled her to put that impulse on the backburner. Eventually, she realized she had enough of the rat race. “I wanted to have a business where I could spend more time with my kids. I didn’t want to
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miss out on anything.” That’s when she decided to open her store. Today, Tara gets to share in her customers’ special moments as well, like the time a father told her that coming here was the first time his teenage daughter had talked to him in two years. At Color Me Mine, she put down her smartphone and worked happily on her project with him. “The aspect that I love about this business is the human stories,” Tara says. “It makes my day when I hear them.” Learn more at lehighvalley.colormemine.com.
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Curiosity
IN BETHLEHEM
M O R AV I A N C O L L E G E “entrepreneurship”
derives from an old French word meaning “an undertaking,” and Moravian College was born of this spirit. Founded in 1742 by sixteen-year-old Countess Benigna von Zinzendorf, Moravian became the first school in the American colonies to educate women and Native Americans in their own language. Modern society today has brought with it new and more complex problems than ever before, and the demand for entrepreneurial thinking has never been greater. Gary Kaskowitz, Dean, School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, decided to meet that demand by creating the college’s first course in entrepreneurship last fall. But this wouldn’t just be your traditional business course.
“I wanted the students to get a flavor of actually creating something,” Gary says, “not just having them read about entrepreneurship in a textbook.” As Gary was designing his course, an alumnus who had founded his own asset management firm came forward wanting to donate money to the college. In true entrepreneurial spirit, a light bulb went on and an entrepreneurship symposium was born. But this wouldn’t just be your traditional symposium. Moravian College’s symposium would not only combine student, alumni, and community participation, but culminate in a Shark Tank-style competition that would provide cash awards for the student winner and runners-up. Moravian’s new entrepreneurship design allows students to have traditional
classroom study supplemented by real world experience. “I wanted to have an applied model where students could go out and test their ideas against the marketplace,” says Gary. During the semester, students consult each week with an alumnus mentor, so that by the time the symposium comes, they have a refined product to present to the judges. Moravian College’s first entrepreneurship course and symposium was a resounding success, validating the college’s vision for the future. The creative juices are flowing.
Michael Karapetian & winners of The Michael L. Karapetian ’97 Entrepreneurship Symposium: Emily James, Courtney Morris, Gary Kaskowitz, Dylan Runne, & Ronald Medizabal
"I wanted to have an applied model where students could go out and test their ideas against the marketplace."
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"At Lehigh, entrepreneurship isn't just another skillset to be learned, it's a mindset to be cultivated."
Curiosity
IN BETHLEHEM
LEHIGH UNIVERSIT Y lehigh university has become so suffused with innovative thinking you can say their campus represents an entrepreneurial ecosystem. Grounded in the soil of the Baker Institute for Entrepreneurship, Creativity and Innovation, creative curiosity is sown at every level, across all disciplines. At Lehigh, entrepreneurship isn’t just another skillset to be learned, it’s a mindset to be cultivated. One of the newer innovations on campus is Baker’s Dozen, an ongoing series where outside domain experts from a variety of areas of interest are brought to campus to have dinner with 12 students who go through an application process. “The purpose is so students can start to understand the kinds of problems that need solving in a variety of settings,” says Lisa Getzler, Executive Director of the Baker Institute for Entrepreneurship, Creativity and Innovation at Lehigh University. “What are the kinds of issues that need addressing in some new way?” Lehigh even contributes to the flourishing of entrepreneurial thinking outside its own ecosystem, through collaboration with ventures like Building 21, a new, non-selective competency-
based high school in the Allentown School District. Building 21 is based on a model that develops teachers as guides and students as designers of their own pathways to graduation by giving them choices about how, what, and where they learn. When Building 21 wanted to incorporate entrepreneurship and innovation into their offerings for students, they came to Lehigh’s Baker Institute. “We’ve done entrepreneurship modules with them on student projects where they have an idea, learn about the market, and build a prototype,” says Lisa Getzler, “and we serve as consultants, coaches, and judges.” She is even working on developing a radio program series. “It will focus on the idea of demystifying innovation,” she says. “We’re excited to be talking about innovation in the Lehigh Valley with Lehigh Valley innovators, and beyond.”
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fig loves pets. We know how much your pet
means to you. We love our studio dog, Angus, and value the many dog-friendly businesses in town. Whether you and your pup enjoy eating outside a restaurant, visiting the Monocacy Dog Park, or hiking tail-wagging trails, we care about your best friend. We support these like-minded, pet friendly businesses and are happy to share in the health and happiness of your pet. And don't forget to check out the Southside's annual Doggie Day this fall.
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give them treats they deserve. Bone Appetit Barkery is a unique pet boutique that caters to both pet owners and their furry friends. Our home-made, all-natural, gourmet dog treats are baked fresh on site! Visit us at the Main Street Commons in historic downtown Bethlehem.
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giving back | spring 2016 | figbethlehem.com volunteer. donate. give back. Doug Roysdon, founder of Mock Turtle Marionette Theater
GIVING BACK : the purpose of creative placemaking is to bring diverse
stakeholders together to strategically shape the character of a city around the arts and other cultural activities. By celebrating the distinctive values of a place and cultivating local artists, the community thrives both economically and socially. No one knows this better than Doug Roysdon. Doug’s Mock Turtle Marionette Theater is one of the founding groups of The Icehouse down on River Street. “When 28 figbethlehem.com
DOUG R OYS DO N I came into the puppetry field,” Doug says, “I had all kinds of support from all kinds of different sources. I look around now and I’m not seeing the same opportunity for younger artists.” For Doug, creative placemaking is an organic ecological notion of culture. “The healthier that ecosystem,” he says, “the more economically beneficial it is. When you create a nice place, with a good strong living pulse, then you have created a very important piece of the economic pie.” More commercial enterprises can
attach themselves to this kind of community. There’s no better place for them to grow roots. Doug sees his responsibility now as a sort of gardener cultivating the soil of a small but rich world of local and regional artists in this ecosystem. For Doug, giving back to the community isn’t sentimental, he just thinks it’s the right thing to do. “I’ve been lucky,” he says, “so I try to help other people get a stage.” Learn more at MockTurtle.org.
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SOCIAL MISSION At Fig, we believe in the power of a community that works together to identify needs and find solutions—one that creates community connections and is passionate about helping its neighbors. We believe in the mission of New Bethany Ministries—our 2016 Social Mission Partner. Please consider giving to them with your dollars and your time this year.
for 30 years, the mission of New Bethany Ministries has been to create opportunities for a secure future for the homeless, hungry, poor, and mentally ill of the Lehigh Valley. Our goal is to help families and individuals who are capable to become self sufficient and live independently. We also strive to identify and optimize opportunities and improve the quality of life for our guests who cope with mental illness, disabilities, and/or extreme poverty. New Bethany Ministries is the only comprehensive provider of basic services located in one central location within the Lehigh Valley. Our main location sits within Southside Bethlehem, among a neighborhood defined as both low-income and as a food desert. If you would like to learn more about New Bethany Ministries, our opportunities for community involvement, or more about our programming, please visit newbethanyministries.org, follow us on social media, or text us: Text newbeth to 41444 to support New Bethany’s programs with your credit or debit card. Text volunteering to 41444 to support New Bethany by assisting with our daily operations. We provide comprehensive programs meant to help those in need at any stage on the path to self-sufficiency: • Transitional Housing Program • Restoration House Program • Wyandotte Affordable Housing Apartments • Single Room Occupancy Program, including: • Columbia House • Grace House • Southside Bethlehem • The Mollard Hospitality Center, including: • The Meal Center • Emergency Food Pantry • Day Shelter
Other services include: • A medical clinic for those uninsured or underinsured • Showers and referrals to local services, as well as access to clothing, laundry, mail address services, and case management. • Community family that provides social support for populations that are underserved, neglected, or lack additional support networks. • Our Mollard Hospitality Center is the only Day Shelter in the area open consistently from 8:00 am 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
• Representative Payee Program
30 337 wyandotte street 610.691.5602 newbethanyministries.org
789 east first street 610.332.3378 steelstacks.org
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March 20, April 17, May 15, & June 19
Events
B EHIND-T HE -S CENE S DO LLHOU S E T OUR
Witness the transformation of architecture, clothing, and furniture styles spanning across a hundred years through these elegantly embellished dollhouses. Tickets must be booked in advance. To RSVP, please contact the administrative assistant, Adelle Mantle, at 610.882.0450 x 10 or amantle@historicbethlehem.org.
April 1 & 2
LEHIGH UNIV ER S I T Y C H O I R , G LEE C LUB AND DO LC E : “ I F MU S IC B E T HE F O O D O F LO V E ”
Actors, puppeteers, dancers, and jesters join the musicians of Choral Arts in this imaginative tribute to the life of William Shakespeare and the glories of Elizabethan England. Fun for all ages. For tickets and more information go to zoellnerartscenter.org.
April 23
S P RING O N T HE S OU T H S I D E
The South Bethlehem tradition, Spring on Fourth! What’s on Third, returns bigger and better than ever as the new Spring on the Southside. Galleries, shops, and stores are once again joining together for an enjoyable afternoon of music, art, food, and fun. Highlighting the celebration is the popular chili contest, live entertainment by a variety of performers, street art, fun family activities at the Cops-N-Kids display on the NCCC lot, and more. For more info: southsideartsdistrict.com or follow on twitter @southbetharts for updates! Held on 3rd, 4th, and South New Streets, 11 am – 4 pm.
April 30
3 R D AN N UAL BE T H LEH EM F O O D C O O P CR AF T FAIR
Come support local craft, food, and beverage vendors at the Christ Church UCC and learn about the co op. Live music and demos. For more information go to bethlehemfood.coop and follow them on Facebook.
May 1
2 ND AN N UAL C AR S H OW
Sponsored by PennCap Properties benefitting Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Food trucks, music, tricky trays, games, vendors, and more. All classes of cars, trucks, bikes, and rods with awards at 3 pm. All proceeds go to LLS. For more information and to pre-register your car, contact Ashley West at awest@penncapproperties.com.
May 3
4 T H AN N UAL “ S H E N AILED I T !” S O C I AL & C OMPE T I T IO N
May 13 - May 15 & May 20 - May 22
109 T H BE T H LEH EM B A CH FE S T IVAL Enjoy the oldest American Bach Choir, The Bach Choir of Bethlehem, as they perform the works of Johann Sebastian Bach, during a FREE weekend full of concerts and lectures, always culminating in a performance of the B Minor Mass. For more information go to bach.org/festival.php.
May 14
LEH IGH VALLE Y F OO D T RUCK FE S T IVAL
An on-field event at Coca-Cola Park featuring more than 15 local food trucks with a wide variety of choices for attendees, as well as dozens of craft beer selections, live music, and other fun activities. For more information go to lvfoodtruckfest.com.
F O R A FULL LI S T O F E VEN T S , VI S I T FIGBE T H LEH EM. C OM.
Hosted by Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley, this event raised $38,000 last year to support affordable homeownership in the Lehigh Valley. Join in and help reach this year's goal of $40,000! Appetizers and desserts will be served. For more information on tickets or to register your team go to habitatlv.org.
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TOG E T H E R sands bethlehem partnered with Cops-N-Kids for an employee book drive
in honor of Dr. Seuss’s Read Across America. Sands Bethlehem Team Members collected more than 1,300 pounds of books for the children and families who visited Cops-N-Kids at Northampton Community College-Fowler Family Southside Center from February 1 - February 29. President of Cops-N-Kids, Beverly Bradley, explains that they offer great afterschool programs on Wednesdays to children to ensure that they have access to books and the knowledge, inspiration, and hope that such access can provide. The Sands Family want to help make a difference in the lives of local children here in Bethlehem. Sands Bethlehem employees go above and beyond with donations to the local community and the book drive benefitting Cops-N-Kids was another huge success!
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Live with oppor tunity DARIN PARRY, Youth Pastor for New Holland Church of the Nazarene, finds the Refresh Coffee Bar at Garden Spot Village open and inviting. A unique retirement community with an intergenerational twist, Garden Spot Village strives to create warm gathering spaces that encourage social interactions with people of all ages. Restaurants open to the public.
36 433 south kinzer avenue, new holland 717.355.6000 gardenspotvillage.org
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the one-day exhibit of the 1741 title deed is part of the
exhibit Building Bethlehem, starting on the same day. The Building Bethlehem exhibit will show the plans for the earliest buildings of Bethlehem combined with artifacts and 19th-century photography of these buildings. Building Bethlehem will be on display at the Moravian Archives through June 2017. Building Bethlehem is sponsored by Thomas and Jo Anne Riddle and Valley National Financial Advisors. Thomas Riddle is President and Founder of Valley National Financial Advisors. Tom is also a descendant of Henry Antes, who signed the 1741 deed as trustee for the congregation of Moravians. This established 500 acres, lying on the north bank of the Lehigh at the mouth of the Monacacy Creek, as the first land acquired by the Moravians who later named their settlement Bethlehem. Valley National Financial Advisors has been local and independent in the Lehigh Valley since 1985. Based in Bethlehem, with additional offices in New Jersey, New York, and Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Valley National has remained true to its mission of enabling people and organizations to meet their long-term financial goals, for more than 30 years. The team at Valley National has deep roots in our local community and is proud to support the history and bright future of Bethlehem.
A PR IL 2, 201 6 the moravian archives | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 41 West Locust Street | moravianchurcharchives.org
Valley National's team of advisors Securities may be offered by Valley National Investments, Inc. and independent broker/dealer and member FINRA and SIPC.
1655 valley center parkway 610.868.9000 valleynationalgroup.com
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WEDDINGS | LUNCHEONS | CORPORATE EVENTS & MEETINGS | PRIVATE PARTIES | ON-SITE ACCOMMODATIONS | CONSULTING | EVENT RENTALS
38 7081 bell gate road, coopersburg 412.897.2812 bellgatefarm.com
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a lifetime of love, legacy, & necessity
stephanie brings her love of events and how to
produce them to fruition in her hometown of Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, at Bell Gate Farm. With a consumer direct approach, she finds joy in helping clients realize their dreams of producing an unforgettable occasion within a reasonable budget, and works tirelessly to that end. She says, “People aren’t packages, and their events shouldn’t fall into this industry’s profit template; I want clients to know they can have an unforgettable and well remembered event without busting through the seams of their own bottom line.” From a small and intimate dinner party to a large, extravagant gala, everyone is welcome. Forget all you know about throwing a party, hosting a charitable event, or going to a yoga retreat. Stevens and her team are making waves with their innovative planning, design, and marketing ideas. “It is important to me that Bell Gate generate community interest with outdoor movie nights, yoga under the stars, cooking classes, etc. The possibilities are endless.” To learn more and to schedule your tour, visit bellgatefarm.com.
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up and coming events The 2016 schedule is filling up at Bell Gate. This fall, owner Stephanie Stevens is honored to be hosting The Crest Society's annual “thank you” dinner for their benefactors, as well as a kick-off event for the women empowerment group, The Wisdom Coalition. Keep your eye out for an upcoming Yoga Brunch in June, along with Bell Gate's official launch party this Fall—a 3-day celebration to include a formal cocktail night, corporate welcome and a brunch focusing on children and animal organizations. Bell Gate Farm is a true labor of love and Stephanie can't wait for everyone to enjoy it.
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