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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After three years of low attendance because of inclement weather, the 2025 Celtic Classic & U.S. Highland Games returned with crowds and a packed celebration of the Celtic regions: Ireland, Cornwall, the Isle of Man, Brittany, Scotland, and Wales. -
Gwynn spoke at Moravian University on Sept.30 about his 30-year wrongful imprisonment and death row exoneration, sharing his journey of faith, art and justice.
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The PA Latino Convention in Pittsburgh drew leaders to discuss housing, education, and immigrant advocacy. Easton will host the 2026 convention, highlighting the Lehigh Valley’s growing Latino community.
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Bagpipes, kilts and Highland Games traditions returned Friday as Celtic Classic returned to Bethlehem's Historic District. The festival will run through Sunday.
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The Wilbur Mansion transforms with Swift, a rebranded dining experience in the Fountain Hill District of Bethlehem, offering seasonal menus, handmade cocktails, outside dining, and historical flair.
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Enjoy free live music, bagpipes, and Celtic food at the 38th Celtic Classic in Bethlehem from Friday, Sept. 26, to Sunday, Sept. 28.
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Puerto Rican pride was on full display Sunday as the city celebrated the first anniversary of its partnership with Patillas with a flag-raising ceremony, parade and family fun at ArtsQuest's SteelStacks campus.
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Lehigh University Art Galleries' 100th birthday bash coincides with the "Here and Now: 100 Years of LUAG, 100 Local Artists" exhibition, which runs through May 22 and highlights the works of local creatives.
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"Elegance in Stone," an exhibition opening at Peralta’s studio, 1601 West Chew St., kicks off with a reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20. and runs through Oct. 24.
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From Allentown to Easton, volunteers spent the day beautifying schools, reading to seniors and building beds for shelters. The American Red Cross and the Allentown Fire Department also participated by installing smoke detectors in homes across the city during the annual event.
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Here is a list of Mass and church services in the Lehigh Valley in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic.
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Frontline workers and waste collectors made Santa's nice list this year, while the Hallmark Channel made it on the "check twice" pile.
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Horse around this holiday with a carriage ride through Bethlehem, known as the Christmas City.
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Some shoppers and arts and crafts vendors were surprised to see Hallmark star Wes Brown at ArtsQuest's holiday market in Bethlehem on Thursday.
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Fans of the global superstar celebrated her 34th birthday at the SteelStacks campus on Wednesday night.
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Sol Katana is a Latin singer and solo artist based in the Poconos.
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The Smithsonian Institution-affiliate will begin to review applications starting in January.
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Swifties can celebrate the singer's 34th birthday on ice on Wednesday night.
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13 families flew on a United/SkyWest plane from Lehigh Valley International Airport to the North Pole, where they met Santa and Mrs. Claus.
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People can support local artists by shopping at Christkindlmarkt at SteelStacks.
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Greg Capogna, executive director of the radio station will retire from his position in early 2024.
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The Neighborhood Assistance Program grant will fund programs for residents with physical, sensory and intellectual disabilities.
