Another month is set to begin. You know what that means!
That means South Bethlehem will once again be flooded with the sounds of live, local music this Friday in multiple venues courtesy of us, SouthSide Arts District, and Banko Beverage Co. There’s more information on that below, alongside plenty of other…
Those looking for laughs this Saturday evening can head to Center City Allentown, where Hamilton Kitchen & Bar will be hosting a Comedy Night with high-profile regional comedians.
The Groove Merchants — the funky, bluesy pride of Kutztown — are the type of band that can draw a crowd. Their versatility and musical prowess will make even casual passers-by stand up and take notice. That’s what they did at Hamilton Kitchen & Bar’s second birthday party in Allentown on Tuesday night.
Restaurant and bar gigs can sometimes be tough for bands, in terms of keeping the attention of those in attendance. The fact that The Groove Merchants had folks hanging on their every note is a testament to the band’s ability.
We’re a bit late with our typical early-week preview. I guess that’s what happens when you’re out on the scene all day Sunday and have hundreds – literally, hundreds – of photos to sort through from Easton Heritage Day.
To make up for the tardiness, we present you with even more options as part of this week’s…
Tues., Jul. 12 | 6 p.m.
The Groove Merchants
Venue: Hamilton Kitchen & Bar, 645 W. Hamilton St., Allentown
Admission: FREE
Description: Listen to some funky, bluesy rhythms to celebrate Hamilton Kitchen’s second birthday.
Tues., Jul. 12 | 7 p.m.
Bryan Tuk Complex
Venue: Hook, 22 N. 6th St., Allentown
Admission: FREE
Description: Jazz drummer Bryan Tuk and his trio perform at Network Magazine’s release after-party
Jul. 15-17
Double Decker/Square of Opposition Anniversary Fest
Venues: St. Bernard’s, 331-333 Brodhead Ave., Bethlehem (Fri); Merchants Square Mall, 1901 S. 12th St., Allentown (Sat/Sun.)
Admission: $8-$50
Description: Celebrate 20 years of Double Decker and 15 years of Square of Opposition Records, all weekend long.
Sat., Jul. 16 | 4 p.m.
Julius’ Birthday Bash at Ranger Lake
Venue: Coplay, PA
Admission: FREE
Description: Celebrate the birth of one of the Valley’s premier rockers with his first gig at Ranger Lake.
Sat., Jul. 16 | 7 p.m.
Roi & the Secret People w/ Special Guest Carter Lansing
Venue: Tally Ho, 205 W. 4th St., Bethlehem
Admission: $5
Description: The Easton rockers perform as part of the WSCI Radio Summer Concert Series.