Going through withdrawal now that football season is over; craving sports and adventures? This weekend’s events will be filled with Valentine’s Day fun whether you choose to follow your heart at the Kemerer Museum, fall in love with the animals at the Lehigh Valley Zoo or have “4 Times the Fun” with the Harlem Globetrotters at Stabler.
BEST FAMILY BETS OF THE WEEK
- VALENTINES DAY STORYTELLING AT THE PROMENADE “Ruby Valentine Saves the Day.” (The Promenade)
Where/When: Barnes and Noble at the Promenade, Center Valley Saturday11 a.m.
Why Go: This is the perfect frugal family Valentine’s Day activity, especially if you have toddler or preschoolers. Grab some brunch, shop at the outdoor venues and enjoy walking around in the the twenty degree difference in temperature because Spring is around the corner—yeah!
Pricing: Free…and you can’t argue with that kind of family fun.
- THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS “4 TIMES THE FUN” WORLD TOUR (Harlem Globetrotters)
Where/When: Stabler Arena, Bethlehem Friday at 7:00 p.m.
Why Go: Watch the Globetrotters take on the Washington Generals in a full court press of trick shots and comedic antics that be a sure hit for the entire family.
Pricing: $20 - $100 from Ticketmaster but, you can find deals and discounted tickets on the internet with a little savy….try http.shop.ticketluck.com, excite.com, ticketmy.com and have the tickets emailed to your account.
- MASTER CHOREOGRAPHERS (Muhlenberg Master Choreographers)
Where/When: Baker Center of the Arts at Muhlenberg College, Allentown. Shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. & a 2 p.m. Saturday Matinee performance. Why Go: Because you love dance and marvel at the grace and beauty of the human form, and this performance will be far less neurotic an nightmare inducing than seeing Black Swan. Take the kids or go with your significant other.
Pricing: $8 Youth 16 and under, $15 Adult
- I HEART ZOO, LEHIGH VALLEY ZOO (Lehigh Valley Zoo)
Where/When:5150 Game Preserve Rd. Schnecksville, Saturday at 10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Why Go: Because who doesn’t love animals and your kids can make fun zoo valentines while encounter animals like emu’s, llamas, kangaroos and zebras.
Pricing: Tickets are $7.75 regardless of age but group rates for 15+ are available.
- HUNT FOR HISTORY – FOLLOW YOUR HEART (Historical Bethlehem Events)
Where/When: Kemerer Museum, 427 N. New St. Bethlehem; Saturday noon 4 p.m.
Why Go: Part of an adventure series where children hunt for historical details to achieve the rank of researcher, investigator or historian, the museum will feature Victorian Valentine’s and the history of giving Valentine’s, a reminder of all the intriguing aspects of love - adventure, mystery & creativity.
Pricing: $5 adult admission, Youth Free with adult admission
