Community Calendar

Wildlands Conservancy’s summer camp offers an enriching, nature-based environment where children learn, play, and grow through curiosity and discovery, thus budding both friendships and a lifelong appreciation of our natural world.

11 Weeks of Summer Camp FUN from June 8 through August 21.
Wildlands Conservancy’s summer camp offers summer fun at our Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary in Emmaus, Pennsylvania.

Located in the Lehigh Valley, Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary is generally a convenient 10-15 minutes from Allentown and Macungie, 25 minutes from Bethlehem, as well as 30 minutes from Easton.

Register before April 1 for a 10% Discount!

Register online at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/camp/.

Questions? Contact Arianna Kohler, Environmental Education Manager: akohler@wildlandspa.org.

Musical theatre is back on the Muhlenberg stage this summer, with SEUSSICAL, the beloved Dr. Seuss musical!

Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Once on This Island, Ragtime), have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie, and Jojo — a little boy with a big imagination. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.

Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty & Eric Idle
Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss

Directed by James Peck
Musical Director: Anthony Hahn
Choreographer: Noel Price-Bracey

The Bethlehem Garden Club is having a presentation on "Urgent Tree Care: How to Care for your Ornamental Trees and Shrubs in an Ever-Changing Climate", Presented by Taylor Breinich on Thursday, May 21st at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. Doors Open at 12:30, Program at 1:00 followed by club meeting and refreshments. The program is free and open to the public. Please join us.

Katie Henry is a force of nature in the blues-rock world—a multi-instrumentalist whose soulful vocals and sharp songwriting feel both timeless and refreshingly modern. While her rise on the international stage seems like a whirlwind, her journey is rooted in a refusal to stand still—defined by a constant, intentional push toward the next creative horizon.

A proud artist on the prestigious Ruf Records roster, Katie has quickly built a formidable discography. Her 2022 label debut, On My Way, skyrocketed to the Top 10 of the Billboard Blues Chart, while her latest release, Get Goin’ (2024)—produced by blues titan Bernard Allison—showcases a "runaway talent" (Classic Rock Magazine) at the peak of her powers. Whether she’s slinging her rare blue Mustang guitar or commanding the keys, Katie’s live show is an alchemical blend of New Jersey soul and New York City grit.

Having shared the stage with icons like John Mayall, Molly Tuttle, and Sister Sparrow, and fresh off the massive Ruf Records 30th Anniversary Tour, Katie is now captivating audiences on her own terms. Her recent headline tour of Europe solidified what fans already knew: Katie Henry is not just a rising star, but a definitive voice in the future of American roots music.

Musical theatre is back on the Muhlenberg stage this summer, with SEUSSICAL, the beloved Dr. Seuss musical!

Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Once on This Island, Ragtime), have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie, and Jojo — a little boy with a big imagination. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.

Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty & Eric Idle
Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss

Directed by James Peck
Musical Director: Anthony Hahn
Choreographer: Noel Price-Bracey

On December 4, 1956, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins descend on Sun Studio in Memphis. What follows is one of the greatest impromptu jam sessions in music history. Guided by visionary producer Sam Phillips—the “Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll”—the night crackles with soaring music while careers hang in the balance. Featuring over 20 chart-topping hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Great Balls of Fire,” and “I Walk the Line,” this is a toe-tapping celebration of friendship, rivalry, and a night that ignites a revolution. A family-friendly musical celebration suitable for all ages.

Katie Henry is a force of nature in the blues-rock world—a multi-instrumentalist whose soulful vocals and sharp songwriting feel both timeless and refreshingly modern.

Having shared the stage with icons like John Mayall, Molly Tuttle, and Sister Sparrow, and fresh off the massive Ruf Records 30th Anniversary Tour, Katie is now captivating audiences on her own terms. Her recent headline tour of Europe solidified what fans already knew: Katie Henry is not just a rising star, but a definitive voice in the future of American roots music.

Rae Radick performs a multigenerational show of famous songs by iconic women in this dazzling, eclectic, and spectacular show! This high-energy, wide-ranging show encompasses timeless hits from Dolly Parton, Cher, Stevie Nicks, Tina Turner, Shania Twain, Janis Joplin, and many more. Rae has opened for Grammy Award Winner Miranda Lambert, Phil Vassar, Brett Young, Maddie & Tae, Bret Michaels, Palladium Theater in Times Square, and multiple weekly residencies on Broadway in Nashville.

Rae Radick has been a singer/songwriter for fifteen years. Hailing from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, she lived in New York City for ten years as a professional actress, model, singer, and songwriter. She currently resides in Nashville, TN and tours nationally. She has been featured on multiple radio stations and summer festivals. Her credits include performances at the Plaza Hotel, Hilton Hotel in Atlantic City, TV’s Fox and Friends, Shea Stadium, Capitol Theater, Intrepid Museum, Queen Mary in San Diego, Brooklyn Bowl, The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall, and Red Lion, to name a few. Her favorite experience was performing with a 90-piece orchestra at the Riviera Theater, in Buffalo, NY with the 20-time National Champions American Legion Band of the Tonawandas. When she’s not touring or recording, Rae is creating original music for feature films.

Wildlands Conservancy’s 30th Annual Lehigh River Sojourn – June 19 – 21, 2026.

Join us for 1, 2, or all 3 days! Paddle and pedal your way into Summer on our guided adventure: canoe, kayak, paddleboard, and bike the metro-wilderness reaches of the Lehigh River in the Lehigh Valley, including whitewater rafting through the Lehigh Gorge in the Poconos. Sojourners are treated to scenic views, visits from resident wildlife, and a shared appreciation for the lifeblood of our region — our mighty and beloved Lehigh River!

Each day boasts a different get-outdoors adventure on the water with unique views and experiences: Day 1 – Sand Island to Rt. 33, Boat Launch, Easton; Day 2 – Walnutport to Weissport; Day 3 – Drakes Creek to Glen Onoko. This year’s river adventure includes educational programming from our neighbors in conservation and environmental education, camping at various parks, and special events.

Please register online at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/lehighriversojourn/.

For more information on daily plans, river experiences and/or questions regarding age, health or paddler experience levels, please contact: Jerry McAward, River Safety Team Leader, jerry@jtraft.com, 610-751-9761.

For more information and/or questions regarding registration, please contact: Nicole Landis, Senior Community Engagement Specialist, nlandis@wildlandspa.org, 610-965-4397 ext. 145.

Wildlands Conservancy’s Stream Team Volunteers – 2026!
Dates: Fridays, May 29 – Sept. 25, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM at various locations – check out our website for more information.

If you’re ready to go with the flow, join us as we maintain vegetative areas along streams (riparian buffers) and help ensure the survival of young, native trees in the forest buffer. These vital areas improve water quality in local communities, reduce erosion and flooding concerns, and provide habitat for wildlife.

Repairing vegetative streamside areas, also called riparian buffers, is a science-based method to:
• Improving water quality by reducing pollutants entering waterways through runoff, providing clean drinking water for hundreds of thousands of people in local communities.
• Restoring habitat for fish and native birds by planting native vegetation that provides sustenance and cools the water temperature.
• Reducing flooding downstream.
Stream Team is an act of environmental stewardship, which is our guiding principle to protecting and restoring our critical waterways that are the lifeblood of the Lehigh Valley and Lehigh River.

Stream Team is a great volunteer opportunity for individuals, college students, and community groups. Volunteers are encouraged to register for multiple dates and locations at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/streamteam/.

Questions? Contact Jake Metzger - jmetzger@wildlandspa.org, using subject line: “Stream Team Volunteers”.