10:00 a.m. Check in
12:00 p.m. Start time

Why Walk?

Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. To prevent suicide, we need to understand it first.

Funds raised at the Out of the Darkness Greater Lehigh Valley Walk directly support research, advocacy efforts, and educational programs in schools, workplaces, and communities across PA.

Register today and you're taking the first step to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. It's free, quick, and easy to make a real impact.

Click the link to get started: https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/GLVWalk

About the 2026 Greater Lehigh Valley Walk

Sign up today to make sure you receive important updates about the Walk from the local organizers.

The Walks are an opportunity to find a supportive community of people who get it, to know you're not alone, and to make a difference together.

Walks are between 1 to 3 miles and non-competitive. The route and additional information specific to the Greater Lehigh Valley Walk will be added closer to Walk day.

Our program includes an opening ceremony, activities of hope and healing, resource tables, and complimentary honor beads for every participant.

10:00 a.m.

Scammers often target senior citizens for financial exploitation.

Join New Tripoli Bank the Lehigh County Office of Aging and Adult Services for a detailed discussion on how to avoid scams and fraud that target our elders.

Seating is limited; please RSVP to Brad Borene at 610-421-4001 or bborene@newtripolibank.net

7:00 p.m.

Rain Date: Thursday October 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Sponsored by West Penn Lions, VFW#5069 and Andreas Sporting Club

REGISTER TODAY!

To Register Call or Email: Gary Kistler 484-264-5941

Parade Formation: 6:00 PM at Andreas Sporting Club

Only Pre-registration will be eligible to receive prizes. Representatives of  individuals or organizations must be present at the Andreas sporting Club at the conclusion of the parade to be eligible to receive cash and prizes. Refreshments will be served to parade participants only.

Registration deadline is Wednesday October 7th, 2026

Join us for our annual Fall Festival!

Events this year will include food, games and activities, and  Trunk-or-Treat .

This is a community event, open to the general public. Come, and bring a friend or three!

Games/Activities:

• visit with our local police, ambulance, and fire departments
• pumpkin decorating
• cupcake decorating
• guessing chances
• 50/50 raffle

Food:

• Menu pending

Vendor setup 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Christ's Church will be hosting an open house on October 3rd and 4th from 11-3pm for viewing of our church's historical artifacts dating back to our founding in 1769!

Noon – 1:30 p.m.

Supporting First Responders & Veterans

Presented by Benjamin Iobst, Ph.D. Organizational Psychology and Criminal Justice Consultant

This course provides an overview of common mental health challenges affecting first responders and veterans, including warning signs, risk factors, and practical ways to offer support.

Participants will also become familiar with local community resources available for treatment, crisis response, peer support, and ongoing assistance.

2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Learn about our ancestors' lifestyles while exploring the 1795 Log House, restored by the Lower Macungie Township Historical Society.

7:00 – 8:45 p.m.

Mike, aka Mr. U.S. History, will talk about General George Washington and his soldiers.

7:30 p.m.

When future president John Adams visited Bethlehem during the American Revolution, he was captivated by what he saw. So much so that he eagerly shared his impressions in letters to his brilliant wife, Abigail. Their correspondence provides insights into one of the most captivating couples of the time and offers a powerful look into Abigail’s world.

Through her extraordinary letters, Abigail Adams emerges as far more than a witness to history, she is a force within it. Best known for her bold charge to “Remember the ladies,” she challenged the architects of a new nation to expand their vision of liberty. She spoke clearly about what mattered, pushing for education for all children, calling out inequality, and standing up for women’s rights and the responsibility of a new nation to do better. Her letters move easily between the person and the political, showing how everyday life played a real role in shaping early America.

On Oct. 10 at 7:30 PM at the Luckenbach Mill, join celebrated actor, historian, and interpreter Kim Hanley as she brings Adams’ story to life with her wit, intelligence, and unmistakable presence. Through this interactive program, the audience discovers the stress of British taxation, the strength of colonial families, and the dynamic between Abigail and John. It’s not just history being told, it’s shared in a way that makes you think about the lasting impact our early leaders had on the world.

Your ticket to Abigail Adams also includes light refreshments and admission to the Moravian Museum that day. Whether you’re drawn to powerful stories, strong voices, or fresh perspectives, this engaging program is the perfect opportunity to explore the past in a way that’s truly relevant even today.

Tickets available here: https://www.historicbethlehem.org/visit-us/experience/historically-speaking-colonial-speaker-series/

7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Pat and Arlan Christ will present - “Uniquely Pennsylvania German – The Valley Quilts”

We often hear the phrase “this quilt is probably from Pennsylvania”.  You will have a better understanding of why this reference is made while viewing the Pennsylvania German quilts from eastern Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania had a vastly diverse immigration of groups in the late 17th Century into the mid-18th Century.  The largest of these groups were the German-speaking immigrants from Europe.  Ridges and valleys of Eastern Pennsylvania reminded these settlers of their homeland, which made them feel at home. Quilt documentations recently discovered that regional quilt designs were being found, depending on what “valley “ they originate from.  The most recognized style of these early German quilts is their bold use of color.  This lecture explores the regionalism and use of color that make these quilts and coverlets uniquely Pennsylvania German.