Micaela Hood
Arts & Culture ReporterI’m LehighValleyNews.com’s arts and cultures reporter covering the best in music, theater, food and lifestyles. I have covered entertainment and features for the Miami Herald, South Florida Sun-Sentinel, New York Daily News, the Pocono Record and USA Today Network. As a proud Latina, I look forward to showcasing the diverse and vibrant communities in the Lehigh Valley. A fashionista and foodie, when I’m not working you can find me shopping or dining at my favorite Colombian and Italian restaurants and local coffee shops. Contact me at micaelah@lehighvalleynews.com or 610-984-8217.
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The Da Vinci Science Center held a ribbon-cutting ceremony before opening its doors to the public on Wednesday. The brand-new facility is located at 815 Hamilton St. in Allentown. -
St. Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Allentown will hold an art exhibition on Saturday, May 25. Proceeds will go toward troops in Ukraine in honor of a refugee family living in the Lehigh Valley.
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The Young Playwrights' Festival features scripts written by 13 elementary and middle school students from Bethlehem. The show will take place on Sunday at Northeast Middle School.
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Mi Casa Restaurante in Easton serves traditional dishes from Colombia, El Salvador, Honduras and Mexico.
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The Coopersburg Farmer Market will be open on Sundays starting June 2 through Oct. 27.
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Lehigh University professor Kathy Olson will appear on Wednesday's episode of 'Jeopardy!'
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As the Pennsylvania Youth Theatre seeks a new home, the students will put on a rendition of "Wizard of Oz" at Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University later this week.
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The Easton Chamber of Commerce held its first Easton Street Eats Festival in the West Ward on Saturday.
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The annual Freddy Awards will take place at the State Theatre in Easton on May 23. Bangor Area High School's "Mean Girls: the High School Version," leads in nominations this year. Find a full list of the nominees here.
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The Bereaved Mother's Day dinner was held at the Blendery at Seven Sirens Brewery in Easton. It offered a sentimental moment for mother's to honor their loved ones and lend support to one another.
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The festival will feature an array of entertainers, artwork, games for all ages and food vendors on Saturday, July 22.
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Messinger and South Main streets in Bangor turned into a waterway after downpours hit early Sunday. Said one resident: “By the grace of God we didn’t lose power and everyone is OK. That is the most important thing."
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Participating restaurants are offering prix fixe menus and other deals on meals starting Sunday, July 16.
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The theatre is looking for locals to submit their favorite places and people that make the city shine.
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The classic rocker brings his tour to Bethlehem on Saturday July 15.
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The Bethlehem landmark is nominated for best historic hotel for the third time.
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Cool off at these sweet spots that offer the Valley's favorite ice cream and gelato.
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Bring an appetite to these food related events happening this weekend in the Valley.
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The Freedom high school alum was sent home after a kissing challenge went amiss.
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Hundreds attended the festival, which featured ska, reggae and dancehall performances, on Saturday, July 1.
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Check out these four Lehigh Valley events happening the first weekend of July.
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The "Late Night" host performs at the Wind Creek Event Center on Aug. 11.
