CALENDAR
and Jim (Sun.); Little Brass Band of the Lehigh Valley & Galena Brass (noon-3 p.m.); Swing Time Dolls (12:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 20); Noon-Year’s Eve Party with DJ Jimbo (Dec. 27). 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Through Dec. 30. America On Wheels Museum, 5 N. Front St., Allentown. $12; $10, seniors; $7, students; free, ages 12 and under. 610-432-4200. americaonwheels. org.
Joy Through the Grove: Drive through light display. 5:30-9 p.m. Through Jan. 3. Knoebels, 391 Knoebels Blvd., Elysburg. $15-$30. 800-487-4386. knoebels.com.
Light Up the Vines: The seven member wineries of the Bucks County Wine Trail will illuminate their vineyards each evening at dusk. Through Jan. 2. Bucks County WIne Trail, Newtown. buckscountywinetrail.com/ event/vineyard-illumination/.
Lights in the Parkway: Annual drive-through display of twinkling lights and animated displays, set to music. Advance ticket purchase only. 5:30-10 p.m. Through Dec. 27. Lehigh Parkway, S. 15th and Jefferson streets, Allentown. $15. 610-437-7530. lightsintheparkway.com.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular: Stroll through 193 larger-than-life light sculptures and displays, holiday-themed treats, Mistletoe Marketplace, entertainment, more. Advanced timed tickets required. 5 p.m. Through Jan. 3. Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S. Broad St., Philadelphia. $32.50; $27.50, ages 12 and underchr. 215-3363600. wellsfargocenterphilly. com/winter-on-broad.
VIRTUAL EVENTS
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent Calendar: A new Nativity scene from Glencairn’s collection will appear on the online
Advent calendar. Through
Dec. 25. Glencairn Museum, 1001 Cathedral Road, Bryn Athyn. Free. 267-502-2600. glencairnmuseum.org/.
Passport to History Virtual Winter Series: Lehigh Valley Holiday Traditions: George Wacker of Lehigh Valley with Love Media explores some of the Lehigh Valley’s holiday traditions from Pennsylvania German Belsnickel to historic downtown Easton’s Peace Candle. 6
6:30 p.m. Sigal Museum, 342 Northampton St., Easton. 610-253-1222. sigalmuseum. org/passport-to-history-virtualwinter-series-lehigh-valley
holiday-traditions/.
Virtual Live Advent Door: Each night at 5:30 p.m. tune in to watch footage from a previous Live Advent Calendar night. 5:30 p.m. Through Dec. 23. Heart of Bethlehem, Virtual, Bethlehem. facebook.com/ events/165673095291398.
Friday KIDS & FAMILY
Pip: The Mouse Before Christmas: View Pip’s shenanigans through the former storefront window. noon-4 p.m. Through Dec. 27. Grand Plaza, 835 W. Hamilton St., Allentown. Good Will Donation. 610-435-4232.
Winter Light Spectacular: 5-10 p.m. See Thurs.
MUSIC
Gabe Stillman Duo: Table reservation required; $10 food and beverage minimum per person. 7-10 p.m. Palette & Pour at Williams Brew Stage, Steelstacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem. facebook.com/PalettePour/.
Mike Mittman’s Throwback Friday: 6:30-11 p.m. Mixx Nightclub, 801 N. 15th St., Allentown. Free. 610-437-3970.
THEATER
AChristmas Carol: 8 p.m. See Thurs.
ASwinging Christmas: Shawnee original Christmas revue celebrating some of the most famous Christmas hits. Noon. Through Dec. 19. Shawnee Playhouse, 552 River Road, Shawnee on Delaware. $12; $26; $29. 570-421-5093. theshawneeplayhouse.com/.
At the Stroke of Midnight: 8 p.m. See Thurs.
It’s AWonderful Life The Musical: An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed. Dinner served one and a half hour before show. 8 p.m. Through Dec. 20. The Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville. $12-$40. 570-2832195. musicbox.org.
OTHER
ALongwood Christmas: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. See Thurs.
Autumn Migration Hawk Watch: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See Thurs.
Bethlehem Christmas Horse Carriage Rides: See Thurs.
Christmas Around the Farm: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas City Stroll Walking Tour: 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Huts on Main: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas in the Quarter:5-8 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Tour at Hotel Bethlehem: See Thurs.
Discover Christmas at Glencairn Self-Guided Tour: See Thurs.
Holiday Art & Gift Shop: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Magic at Brandywine: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Tours at Historic Pennypacker Mills: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See
Holiday Train Exhibit: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Joy Through the Grove: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Light Up the Vines: See Thurs.
Lights in the Parkway: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
’Twas the Night Before Christmas Train: Reading of the holiday poem, complimentary hot cocoa, Santa. 6 p.m. Through Dec. 20. Colebrookdale Railroad, 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown. $15-$175. 610-367-0200. colebrookdalerailroad.com.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular:
p.m. See Thurs.
The Winter Village in Historic Easton: Shop huts in the circle, live music, dancers, ice carvings, ice skating on the synthetic rink in the 300 block of Northampton Street ($5, free, Easton residents; $5 skate rental; reservations required). noon-8 p.m. Through Dec. 27. Easton Centre Square, Easton. Free. facebook.com/ events/370189724288784/.
VIRTUAL EVENTS
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Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Theatre Department Virtual Children’s Show: “The Mirror Warriors of Harmony Hills”Episode one of the four part web series centers around a magical world where four characters work together to defeat the evil dragon keeping them apart. On the journey, they discover that, even in the toughest of times, teamwork and friendship can get them through. 7 p.m. Through Dec. 13. $5. https://www.showtix4u.com/ events/charterarts.
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent Calendar: See Thurs.
Virtual Live Advent Door: 5:30 p.m. See Thurs.
Nazareth Virtual Tree Lighting: The ceremony will be broadcast on the Nazareth Area Chamber’s Facebook Page. 7 p.m.
Saturday KIDS & FAMILY
Cops‘n’Kids: Meet Earl: The Christmas Tree Spider: Author Erin Rafanello Ferguson talks about Earl’s journey from the forest to a loving home he gets to call his own. Registration required. 10 a.m.-noon. Northampton Community College Fowler Family SouthSide Center, Reading Room, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem. Free. 610-861-5526. copsnkidslv.org.
Pip: The Mouse Before Christmas: noon-4 p.m. See Fri.
Storytime with St. Nick: St. Nick reads a holiday favorite. Bring chair or blanket. Reservations must be made for a socially distanced square, which can accommodate up to four people (not including children 2 and under) in the same party. 2 p.m. Levitt Pavilion, 789 E. First St., Bethlehem. $20, per square; $18, members. christmascity.org/ christkindlmarkt/st-nick/.
Winter Light Spectacular: 5-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Zoom with St. Nick: Each session is 10 minutes long and registrants get their own personalized link sent via e-mail. noon. Levitt Pavilion, 789 E. First St., Bethlehem. $10; $9, members. christmascity.org.
MUSIC
Homestead Collective: Table reservation required; $10 food and beverage minimum per person. 7-10 p.m. Palette & Pour at Williams Brew Stage, Steelstacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem. facebook.com/PalettePour/.
Joe Lazorik on piano: 6-8 p.m. McCoole’s Red Lion Inn, Four S. Main St., Quakertown. Free. 215-538-1776. mccoolesredlioninn. com.
THEATER
A Christmas Carol:8 p.m. See Thurs.
ASwinging Christmas: 5 p.m. See Fri.
At the Stroke of Midnight: 2 p.m., 8 p.m. SeeThurs.
OTHER
ALongwood Christmas: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. See Thurs.
Autumn Migration Hawk Watch: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See Thurs.
Bethlehem Christmas Horse Carriage Rides: See Thurs.
Burnside Greens Sale &
Market: Shop Christmas trees and decorations, barrel roll races, kids craft and games, historic cooking demonstrations, photo opportunities, more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Also Sun. Burnside Plantation, 1461 Schoenersville Road, Bethlehem. $5 suggested family donation. 180-0360. historicbethlehem.org/christmas/ activities/burnside-greens/.
Christmas Around the Farm:
a.m.-6 p.m. See Thurs.
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Christmas at Boulton: House tours, 18th and 19th century original handcrafted firearm display (Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum), exhibits, more. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Also Sun. Jacobsburg Historical Society, 402 Henry Road, Nazareth. $10; free, ages 12 and under. 610-759-9029. jacobsburghistory.com.
Christmas City Stroll Walking Tour: 1 p.m., 3 p.m.,m 5 p.m., 7 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Huts on Main: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas in Nazareth: Elf Trail, virtual story time with Santa, children’s characters, tours from Moravian Historical Society, holiday farmer’s market, more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Whitefield House, 214 E. Center St., Nazareth. Free. 610-739-5070. moravianhistory. org/christmas-in-nazareth.
Christmas in the Quarter: 2-8 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Tour at Hotel Bethlehem: See Thurs.
Coopersburg Tree Lighting: Craft and food vendors, Santa (7:10 p.m.), tree lighting (8 p.m.). 6-8 p.m. Coopersburg
Fire Company, 13 S. Main St., Coopersburg. Free. facebook. com/events/3548122255247588.
Discover Christmas at Glencairn Self-Guided Tour: See Thurs.
Evergreen Festival: Local vendors, beer garden, live music and entertainment, food trucks, tree lighting ceremony, best boilo contest. 2-7 p.m. Union
Station Parking Lot, 1 Progress Circle, Pottsville. facebook.com/ events/322037049140740/.
Holiday Art & Gift Shop: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Magic at Brandywine: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Slot Car Spectacular: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Tours at Historic Pennypacker Mills: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Train Exhibit: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Joy Through the Grove: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Light Up the Vines: See Thurs.
Lights in the Parkway: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Quiet Valley Old Time Christmas: Self-guided tours of the decorated farm, photo opportunities, bonfire, Christmas putz, live Nativity, Christmas Tree Forest. 2-8 p.m. Also Sun. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 1000 Turkey Hill Road, south of Stroudsburg, off Business Route 209, Stroudsburg. $5; free, ages 2 and under. 570-476-4460. quietvalley.org.
Santa’s Polar Bear Express:
Join Santa on the train for hot chocolate and cookies, carols and more. 10 a.m., 1 p.m. 4 p.m. Through Dec. 20. Colebrookdale Railroad, 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown. $15-$175. 610-3670200. colebrookdalerailroad.com.
Steelworkers Walking Tour: Steelworker guides take guests on a multi-faceted journey from the evolution of iron making in the Lehigh Valley to the history of the Bethlehem Plant from its opening to closing, including its importance in World Wars I and
II. Learn about the remaining buildings on the plant site, life in the ethnic neighborhoods, and what life was like working at the plant followed by a Q&A session. Online registration required. 11:30 a.m. Through Dec. 27. National Museum of Industrial History, 602 E. Second St., Bethlehem. $15; free ages 12 and under. 610-8610600. steelstacks.org.
Toy Show: Old and new toys, comics, action figures, collectibles and more. Also Sunday. Quakertown Farmers Market, 201 Station Road. Free. 215-536-4115.
’Twas the Night Before Christmas Train: 7 p.m. See Fri.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular: 5 p.m. See Thurs.
The Winter Village in Historic Easton: noon-8 p.m. See Fri.
VIRTUAL EVENTS
Covered Bridge Artisans 26th Annual Studio Tour“From Home”: 22 artists will be on-hand to share new work with visitors through Zoom. Purchases can be made directly from the artists or through their websites and contact information. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Virtual Event, Lambertville, NJ. Free. 609-397-1535. coveredbridgeartisans.com/.
Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Theatre Department Virtual Children’s Show: 10 a.m., See Fri.
Manuel Cinema: AChristmas Carol: Manual Cinema creates large-scale theatrical by hand, using simple technologies, shadow puppetry, live actors, and an on-stage music ensemble. A world premiere event, cocommissioned by the Williams Center for the Arts. 4 p.m., 8 p.m. Through Dec. 19. Williams Center for the Arts, 317 Hamilton St., Easton. $20, livestream access. 610-330-5009. williamscenter. lafayette.edu.
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent Calendar:
See Thurs.
Peace Pilgrimage: Lehigh Conference of Churches invites participants to walk, individually or in small safe groups, in their neighborhoods between noon and 3 p.m. followed by an online gathering at 4 p.m to virtually share thoughts, reflections and experiences of peace. Zoom registration required. Lehigh Conference of Churches, Nazareth. Free. peacewalk.org.
Virtual Live Advent Door: 5:30 p.m. See Thurs.
Saara Arts Online Art & Handicraft Auction: Indiainspired art and entertainment. Gifts for the holidays by artists from the Lehigh Valley and India, including original art, handmade scarves, decorative items, jewelry and more. Live auction
4-7 p.m today; free admission. Items also available for bid in advance at saaraartsauction.com. Proceeds support the artists and Saara Arts, a nonprofit cultural organization that advances
Indian and global art and creates awareness of the diversity of art. saaraartsauction.com.
Virtual Series: Holiday Pops!: The principal musicians of the Allentown Symphony brass section perform holiday favorites Jingle Bells, White Christmas, selections from The Nutcracker and more from the stage at Miller Symphony Hall. 7:30 p.m. Miller Symphony Hall, 23 N. Sixth St., Allentown. $15. 610-432-6715. millersymphonyhall.org.
ART Sunday
Walk the Art: ADowntown Walking Tour: A museum docent leads a tour of the art and architecture in Allentown’s Arts District revealing off-street sculptures, iconic cultural landmarks, and new murals in the Arts Park and along the Arts Walk between Fifth and Seventh Streets. Reservations required. 2-3 p.m. Allentown Art Museum, 31 N. Fifth St., Free. 610-432-4333. allentownartmuseum.org/.
KIDS & FAMILY
Artventures: Ceramics with a Twist: Create clay sculptures inspired by Toshiko Takaezu’s hollow vessels and experiment with sound and hollow form by adding a noisemaker to your creation. Registration required. noon-4 p.m. Allentown Art Museum, 31 N. Fifth St., Free. 610432-4333. allentownartmuseum. org.
Christmas Bird Count for Kids: Event for children ages 8 to 12 combines learning about birds with bird identification, citizen science and fun. Registration required. 10 a.m. Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton. $10. 610-7566961. hawkmountain.org/events/ christmas-bird-count-for-kids.
Cooking with St. Nick: Children learn how to make Grammy Fortun’s Chocolate Chip Cookies with Chef Shawn live via Zoom. Registration required. 2 p.m. Levitt Pavilion, 789 E. First St., Bethlehem. $10; $9, members. christmascity.org.
Pip: The Mouse Before Christmas: noon-4 p.m. See Fri.
Storytime with St. Nick: 10:30 a.m. See Sat.
Winter Light Spectacular: 5-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Zoom with St. Nick: 12:15 p.m. See Sat.
THEATER
AChristmas Carol: 2 p.m. See Thurs.
At the Stroke of Midnight: 2 p.m. See Thurs.
OTHER
ALongwood Christmas: 10
a.m.-11 p.m. See Thurs.
Autumn Migration Hawk Watch: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See Thurs.
Bethlehem Christmas Horse Carriage Rides: See Thurs.
Burnside Greens Sale & Market: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Sat.
Christmas Around the Farm: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas at Boulton: noon-4 p.m. See Sat.
Christmas City Stroll Walking Tour: 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Huts on Main: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas in the Quarter: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Tour at Hotel Bethlehem: See Thurs.
Discover Christmas at Glencairn Self-Guided Tour: See Thurs.
Holiday Magic at Brandywine: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Tours at Historic Pennypacker Mills: 1-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Train Exhibit: noon-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Joy Through the Grove: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Light Up the Vines: See Thurs.
Lights in the Parkway: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Quiet Valley Old Time Christmas: 2-8 p.m. See Sat.
Santa’s Polar Bear Express: 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. See Sat.
Steelworkers Walking Tour: 11:30 a.m. See Sat.
Toy Show: See Sat.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular: 5 p.m. See Thurs.
The Winter Village in Historic Easton: noon-6 p.m. See Fri.
VIRTUAL EVENTS
Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Theatre Department Virtual Children’s Show: 10 a.m., See Fri.
Virtual Christmas Concert:
Opening up our hearts: Music and Inspiration of Christmas: Recorded outdoors in Nazareth and in Central Moravian Church in Bethlehem, the concert features members of The Bach Choir,
Bach Festival Orchestra and our Bel Canto Youth Chorus, offering seasonal selections from Bach and other composers, along with poetry and sacred texts of the season. 4-6 p.m. Virtual Concert, Allentown. Donations accepted. bach.org/event/christmas/.
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent Calendar: See Thurs.
Virtual Live Advent Door: 5:30 p.m. See Thurs.
Monday
ALongwood Christmas: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. See Thurs.
Autumn Migration Hawk Watch: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Around the Farm: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas City Stroll Walking Tour: 1 p.m., 3 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Tour at Hotel Bethlehem: See Thurs.
Discover Christmas at Glencairn Self-Guided Tour: See
Thurs.
Holiday in the Park Drive-Thru: See Thurs.
Holiday Magic at Brandywine: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Joy Through the Grove: 5:30-9 p.m. See Thurs.
Lehighton Boys and Girls Band Alumni Virtual Concert: Boys and Girls Band alumni and mixed ensembles consisting of community musicians, music educators, and other music professionals perform Leroy Anderson’s Christmas favorites, “Sleigh Ride”and“A Christmas Festival,”Boys and Girls Band Director Alyssa Schoch will be featured in a flute solo,“O Holy Night,”small ensemble works, including duets, a saxophone quartet, and a brass quintet, secular and sacred classics, such as works featured in the world famous Canadian Brass Christmas Album, more. 7 p.m. Through Dec. 24. Virtual, Lehighton. facebook.com/ lbgbalumni.
Light Up the Vines: See Thurs.
Lights in the Parkway: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent Calendar: See Thurs.
Virtual Live Advent Door: 5:30 p.m. See Thurs.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular: 5 p.m. See Thurs.
Tuesday
ALongwood Christmas: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. See Thurs.
Autumn Migration Hawk Watch: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Around the Farm: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas City Stroll Walking Tour: 1 p.m., 3 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Tour at Hotel Bethlehem: See Thurs.
Discover Christmas at Glencairn Self-Guided Tour: See Thurs.
Holiday in the Park Drive-Thru: See Thurs.
Holiday Tours at Historic Pennypacker Mills: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Joy Through the Grove: 5:30-9 p.m. See Thurs.
Light Up the Vines: See Thurs.
Lights in the Parkway: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent Calendar: See Thurs.
TEDxLehighRiver Virtual Conversation: The Beauty of Touch,When the World Needs It: Patrick McIvor, a Nazareth hairdresser with more than 30 years of experience, discusses the importance of touch in our lives and how COVID has impacted that need. McIvor spoke on“The Beauty of Touch” as a TEDx speaker in 2016 and will reflect on that talk in light of current events. The event will be presented on Zoom and Facebook Live as part of a new series of Virtual Conversations presented by TEDxLehighRiver featuring former speakers from its local
TED talk series. 8-8:45 p.m. Zoom, Bethlehem. Pre-registration requested at TEDxLehighRiver. com. TEDxLehighRiver.com.
Virtual Live Advent Door: 5:30 p.m. See Thurs.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular: 5 p.m. See Thurs.
Wednesday
ALongwood Christmas: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. See Thurs.
At the Stroke of Midnight: 2 p.m. See Thurs.
Bethlehem Christmas Horse Carriage Rides: See Thurs.
Christmas Around the Farm: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas City Stroll Walking Tour: 1 p.m., 3 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Tour at Hotel Bethlehem: See Thurs.
Craig Thatcher, Nyke Van Wyk & Cliff Starkey: Table reservation required; $10 food and beverage minimum per person. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Palette & Pour at Williams Brew Stage, Steelstacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem. facebook.com/PalettePour/.
Discover Christmas at Glencairn Self-Guided Tour: See Thurs.
Glencairn Christmas Sing Online Concert: Concert video features the Glencairn Horns, other instruments and vocal soloists, readings of the Christmas story and musicians performing music familiar to generations of audiences.
Also, visuals including historic photographs of family Christmas celebrations, creche sets from the Museum’s collection and more. 7:30 p.m. Glencairn Museum, 1001 Cathedral Road, Bryn Athyn. Free. 267-502-2600. glencairnmuseum.org/.
Holiday in the Park Drive-Thru: See Thurs.
Holiday Magic at Brandywine: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Tours at Historic Pennypacker Mills: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Train Exhibit: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Joy Through the Grove: 5:30-9 p.m. See Thurs.
Lehighton Boys and Girls Band Alumni Virtual Concert: 7 p.m. See Mon.
Light Up the Vines: See Thurs.
Lights in the Parkway: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent Calendar: See Thurs.
Virtual Live Advent Door: 5:30 p.m. See Thurs.
Winter Light Spectacular: 6-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular: 5 p.m. See Thurs.
Thursday, Dec. 17
ALongwood Christmas: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. See Thurs.
At the Stroke of Midnight: 2 p.m. See Thurs.
Bethlehem Christmas Horse Carriage Rides: See Thurs.
Christmas Around the Farm: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas City Stroll Walking Tour: 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Huts on Main: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas in the Quarter: 5-8 p.m. See Thurs.
Christmas Tour at Hotel Bethlehem: See Thurs.
Discover Christmas at Glencairn Self-Guided Tour: See Thurs.
Female Figure of Power:
The Madonna: Live virtual conversation exploring images of the Christian Madonna, the Virgin Mary, as a spiritual and cultural icon. Religious scholar William Gruen, PhD, and Philadelphia-based artist Holly Trostle Brigham look at the intersections of art, beauty, power, and feminism presented in the museum’s exhibition“Evolution of the Spiritual: Europe to America.” 6 p.m. Allentown Art Museum, 31 N. Fifth St., 610-432-4333. allentownartmuseum.org/blog/ female-figures-of-power/.
Holiday Art & Gift Shop: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday in the Park Drive-Thru: See Thurs.
Holiday Magic at Brandywine: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Tours at Historic Pennypacker Mills: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
Holiday Train Exhibit: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Thurs.
The Jazz Improvisation Experience: Table reservation required; $10 food and beverage minimum per person. 6-9 p.m. Palette & Pour at Williams Brew Stage, Steelstacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem. facebook.com/ PalettePour/.
Joy Through the Grove: 5:30-9 p.m. See Thurs.
Landmarks in Lights for the Holidays: Take an outdoor evening stroll on the grounds of the Bryn Athyn Historic
District and view Bryn Athyn Cathedral, Glencairn Museum, and Cairnwood Estate adorned for the holidays. 5-9 p.m. Through Dec. 19. Glencairn Museum, 1001 Cathedral Road, Bryn Athyn. $20, car, personal passenger van. 267502-2600. glencairnmuseum. org/.
Light Up the Vines: See Thurs.
Lights in the Parkway: 5:30-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Live Nativity: Outdoor event that recreates the night of Christ’s birth in a stable with live characters and animals.
The characters, including Mary, Joseph, the innkeeper, the angel, shepherds, and kings, will be depicted by Morningstar Living volunteer residents and staff. 4:30-8 p.m. Moravian Hall Square Campus, 175 W. North St., Nazareth. Free. 610-746-1327.
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent
Calendar:
See Thurs.
Virtual Live Advent Door: 5:30 p.m. See Thurs.
Virtual Program: Copy Me, Copycub: Sanctuary Storytime: Read-along of“Copy Me, Copycub”by Richard Edwards, learn about how bear cubs learn from their mothers, bear species in PA, and their winter hibernation, followed by an interactive, bear-themed craft. Registration required. 11 a.m. Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton. Free. 610-7566961. hawkmountain.org/events/ copy-me-copycub-sanctuarystorytime.
Winter Light Spectacular: 6-10 p.m. See Thurs.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular: 5 p.m. See Thurs.
Friday, Dec. 18
ALongwood Christmas: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. See Dec. 10
ASwinging Christmas: noon See Fri.
At the Stroke of Midnight: 8 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Bethlehem Christmas Horse Carriage Rides: See Dec. 10.
Christmas Around the Farm: See Dec. 10.
Christmas City Stroll Walking Tour: See Dec. 10.
Christmas Huts on Main: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Christmas in the Quarter: 5-8 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Christmas Tour at Hotel Bethlehem: See Dec. 10.
Discover Christmas at Glencairn Self-Guided Tour: See Dec. 10.
Drive-Thru Live Nativity:
Experience the story of Christmas by a live cast and animals from your car. 7-9 p.m. Through Dec.
20. Faith Wesleyan Church, 3356 Route 309, Orefield. Free. 610509-1644.
Friday Night Live at The B: “Let’s Talk About Art: Pretty Monsters”artist Lisa Muller, a professor at Albright College, offers insights and perspectives about the history of women in the arts. View online with Facebook Live. 6-7 p.m. Studio B, 39A E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown.
Free. 610-367-8066. facebook. com/StudioB.Boyertown.
Holiday Magic at Brandywine: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Holiday Tours at Historic Pennypacker Mills: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Holiday Train Exhibit: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Honey and Nutz: Table reservation required; $10 food and beverage minimum per person. 7-10 p.m. Palette & Pour at Williams Brew Stage, Steelstacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem. facebook.com/PalettePour/.
It’s AWonderful Life The Musical: 8 p.m. See Fri.
Joy Through the Grove: 5:30-10 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Landmarks in Lights for the Holidays: 5-9 p.m. See Dec. 17.
Lehighton Boys and Girls Band Alumni Virtual Concert: 7 p.m. See Mon.
Light Up the Vines: See Dec. 10.
Lights in the Parkway: 5:30-10
p.m. See Dec. 10.
Manuel Cinema: AChristmas Carol: 8 p.m. See Sat.
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy Present: ACeltic Family Christmas At Home: Video presentation in the theater followed by a live virtual Q&A with the audience. 8-11 p.m. Sellersville Theater, 24 W. Temple Ave., $25. 215-257-5808. theater.st94. com/events/natalie-macmasterdonnell-leahy-present-a-celticfamily-christmas-at-home/.
Online Exhibition: World Nativities A2020Advent Calendar: See Dec. 10.
Pip: The Mouse Before Christmas: noon-4 p.m. See Fri.
’Twas the Night Before Christmas Train: 7 p.m. See Fri.
Virtual Live Advent Door: 5:30 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Virtual Series: Craig Thatcher & Nyke Van Wyk Holiday Show: 7:30 p.m. Miller Symphony Hall, 23 N. Sixth St., Allentown. $15. 610432-6715. millersymphonyhall.org.
Winter Festival of Shows: Peter & the Wolf & Other Dance Stories:
Young
Performers Workshop present an interpretation, through dance and music, of the musical composition written by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936. The first act is the story of Peter and the Wolf told through action and dance. The second act is a cabaret of three smaller dance stories featuring select groups of the YPWstudents. 8 p.m. Through Dec. 20. Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center, 715 Grand Ave., Hackettstown, NewJersey. $12.50; $10, children. 908-9790900. centenarystageco.org.
Winter Light Spectacular: 5-10 p.m. See Dec. 10.
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular: 5 p.m. See Dec. 10.
The Winter Village in Historic Easton: noon-8 p.m. See Fri.
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