May 12 Sunday
Join us for a special Mother’s Day Concert with Claudia Schmidt! – Claudia Schmidt’s music can be described as a captivating blend of storytelling and soulful melodies. With her enchanting vocals and evocative lyrics, Schmidt transports listeners to diverse landscapes and emotional realms. Her songs touch upon a wide range of themes, from the beauty of nature and the complexities of human relationships to moments of humor and introspection. Schmidt’s performances are characterized by an intimate connection with her audience, inviting them to immerse themselves in her world of music and storytelling. Overall, her music is deeply engaging, thought-provoking, and infused with a sense of authenticity and warmth.
There's magic to do when a prince learns the true meaning of glory, love and war in Stephen Schwartz's iconic and unforgettable musical masterpiece. With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary. Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world.
May 13 Monday
We’ll kick off with a return visit from Dr. Micah Sadigh, who did a popular presentation for us in the fall on the topic of “Sleep.” For this program he will focus on “Dreams.”
Hi Neighbors brings an interesting assortment of local speakers who share their interest and passion for topics like music, history, travel, and wellness.
Each FREE session will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall with a hospitality time. The presentations will begin at 10 a.m. All are welcome – there is no fee and no pre-registration.
May 13: We’ll board a mini-bus for a field trip to Bethlehem’s SteelStacks, where we’ll get an insider’s view of “Life at the Steel” – it will also include brief stops (off the bus) at the Museum of Industrial History and the Hoover-Mason Trestle. To RSVP contact us at info@fpc-bethlehem.org or 610-867-5865 – limited seating!
May 14 Tuesday
PreK Pathfinders is part of a monthly series designed for children aged 3-5 and their grown-ups.
This Month: Celebrate the belated World Migratory Bird Day! Observe live birds inside and up close before venturing outside to spy on their wild, feathered friends.
This program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Lehigh County, but space is limited, so please register online. Please only register children for each child-adult team.
Questions: Arianna Kohler, AKohler@wildlandspa.org
By L. Frank Baum, With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company, Based upon the Classical Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Like so many girls her age, little Dorothy Gale of Kansas dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day a twister hits her farm and carries her away over the rainbow to another world. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion, and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination!
This evening with The Foztones will be dedicated to John Sproat, aka “Sproaty” – their long-time drummer who worked alongside Pete Fluck for over 40 years, who suddenly passed away in January.
The Foztones feature Craig Kastelnik on Hammond B3 organ and vocals, along with his wife Pat on vocals and percussion; Jimmy “Jammer” Meyer on guitar and vocals; Pete Fluck on saxophones, harmonica, and vocals; and the great Billy Wear on drums. Special guest Mook Stanton will join them on vocals.
Their repertoire is a fusion of Blues, Swing, Latin, Ska, Funk, and Jazz, offering a unique blend of original tunes and delightful covers from an array of genres. The Foztones bring a wealth of experience and diversity to their music, having shared the stage with legendary artists like Little Anthony, Bernard Purdie, Bob Dorough, Bobby Vinton, Alex Meixner, the Shirelles, Glenn Schwartz, Dave Goddess Group, and many more.