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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Members of the Valley's Syrian and Turkish communities issue concerns for family overseas. They'll gather today at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church in Allentown and the Muslim Association of Lehigh Valley. -
'Games We Play' explores how childhood friendship shapes our formative years. It was co-written by Touchstone Theatre company members Emma Ackerman and Chris Egging.
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The National Museum of Industrial History was awarded a $500,000 grant that will fund its expansion.
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The Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts in Bethlehem is hosting an unveiling of its new mural with artist Kathi Ember on Sunday, Feb. 5.
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Now in its 40th year, Musikfest is a celebration of sound and music. But it wouldn't be the same without the food.
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The first celebration featured an array of talent with an emphasis on local artists.
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Industry pros will share their secrets of success at the free event at the Ice House.
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Shankweiler's Drive In is hosting a double feature of "Barbie" and "Legally Blonde."
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The winners were announced on Tuesday, July 25.
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The City of Allentown is looking for artists to paint murals on storm inlets as part of its Go with the Flow Inlet Mural Painting Contest.
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The Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival returns on Sunday, July 23 to Allentown.
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The three-day festival features performances by Bywater Call, the Sensational Blues Brothers and Toronzo Cannon.
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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.
