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ArtsQuest “Win Film Passes For A Year” Sweepstakes Official Rules – Summer 2019

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. SWEEPSTAKES OPEN ONLY TO PERMANENT LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES, WHO ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

1. How to Enter. No purchase necessary. To enter the Sweepstakes complete the online form at http://www.steelstacks.org/events/films/films-now-playing/ by 11:59PM on Sunday, June 23, 2019. Limit one (1) entry per person. All eligible entries have an equal chance of winning. No automated entry devices and/or programs permitted. No mechanically reproduced entries, alterations, facsimiles or forged entries. All entries become the sole and exclusive property of ArtsQuest, N.A. (“Sponsor”) and receipt of entries will not be acknowledged or returned. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, illegible, stolen, incomplete, invalid, unintelligible, misdirected, postage due, technically corrupted or garbled entries, which will be disqualified, or for problems of any kind whether mechanical, human or electronic. Proof of submission will not be deemed to be proof of receipt by Sponsor.

2. Eligibility. Participation open only to permanent legal residents of the United States who are at least 18 years of age as of time of entry. Officers, directors, and employees of Sponsor, members of these persons’ immediate families (spouses, parents, children, and siblings, and their spouses regardless of where they reside), and persons living in the same households as these persons (whether or not related thereto) are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

3. Random Drawing/Odds. One (1) winner will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries. The drawing will take place on or about June 24, 2019. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries. By entering the Sweepstakes, entrants fully and unconditionally agree to be bound by these Official Rules, including the release and waiver of liability contained herein, and the decisions of the judges, and Sponsor, which will be final and binding in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes.

4. Prizes. One (1) grand prize (“Grand Prize”): Fifty-two (52) film passes for Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas. Total approximate retail value (ARV) of prize package is $520. Prizes are non-transferable. No substitutions or cash redemptions. In the case of unavailability of any prize, Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize or portion thereof of equal or greater value. All federal, state and local taxes, meals, gratuities, travel upgrades, incidentals, fees, service charges, surcharges, insurance costs or other unspecified costs or expenses associated with use of the prize are the sole responsibility of winner and/or his or her travel companion. Prize may be subject to restrictions imposed by prize sponsors.

5. Notification. Winner will be notified by email on or about the week following the Drawing and will be required to sign and return, where legal, an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release within seven (7) days of prize notification. If winner cannot be contacted within three (3) calendar days of first notification attempt, if any prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, if any winner rejects his/her prize, or in the event of noncompliance with these Sweepstakes Official Rules, such prize will be forfeited and an alternate winner will be selected from all remaining eligible entries. Upon prize forfeiture, no compensation will be given. Limit one winner and one prize.

6. Conditions; Waiver and Release. All federal, state and local taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Participation in Sweepstakes and acceptance of prize constitutes winner’s acknowledgement and acceptance of the Official Rules and winner’s permission for Sponsor to use his/her name, address (city and state), likeness, photograph, picture, portrait, voice, biographical information and/or any statements made by each winner regarding the Sweepstakes or Sponsor for advertising and promotional purposes without notice or additional compensation, except where prohibited by law. Prize awarded “as is” without any representation or warranty by Sponsor. Winner assumes all risks associated with use of the prize and participation in prize-related activities. Sponsor is not responsible if any scheduled event is delayed, postponed, or canceled for any reason. Accommodations subject to availability. Winner is solely responsible for observing and abiding by prize sponsors’ rules and regulations or terms and conditions for use of prize. By participating, entrants and winner agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor and their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers and directors, from any and all liability, loss, harm, damage, injury, cost or expense whatsoever including without limitation, property damage, personal injury and/or death arising from, relating to, or which may occur in connection with, preparation for, travel, or participation in the Sweepstakes, possession, acceptance and/or use or misuse of prize, or preparation for, travel to or from, and participation in any Sweepstakes-related activity, and for any claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy. Each entrant hereby agrees to indemnify Sponsor against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or resulting from and breach by entrant of these Official Rules. Entrants who do not comply with these Official Rules, or who attempt to interfere with this Sweepstakes in any way, shall be disqualified.

7. Additional Terms. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, extend or suspend this Sweepstakes should Sponsor determine, in its sole discretion, that fraud, mistake, or other causes beyond its control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor will select the winner from all eligible entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual it finds, in its sole discretion, to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may prohibit an entrant from participating in the Sweepstakes or winning a prize if, in its sole discretion, it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes by cheating, hacking, deception, or other unfair playing practices or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or Sponsor representatives.

CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

8. List of Winner. To obtain the name of the winning individual, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope by June 24, 2019 to: ArtsQuest / “Win Film Passes For A Year” Sweepstakes Winner, ATTN: Marketing Manager: Ben Youngerman, 25 W Third St, Bethlehem, PA 18015.

9. Sponsor. ArtsQuest

ARTISAN SHOW RETURNS TO STEP OUTDOORS

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Outdoors-focused festival June 1-2 to feature 20 artists with ties to natural world; St. Luke’s offering new ‘Walk with a Doc’ Program June 1

From handcrafted pottery featuring unique floral designs to iron-forged campfire tools, the wonders of the natural world will be on display during the 2nd-annual Nature-themed Artisan Show at Step Outdoors presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network June 1-2 at SteelStacks.

During the artisan show, presented by Ah-Ha! Arts Management, more than 20 artists from throughout the region will offer a diverse array of finely crafted jewelry, ceramics, handmade soaps and more. The show, which takes place in the second-floor Fowler Blast Furnace Room of the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, features a variety of craftsmen and artists, all of whom have a strong connection to or interest in nature and the natural world.

Among the artisans taking part in the show are CJ’s Wood & Stuff, which creates wood-turned pens and kitchen utensils; Iron Oak Creations, which forges plant stands, campfire tools and drink stands out of iron; and Heather Skorinko of the Coplay-based Suyundalla Farms, who raises and shears her own sheep, processes the wool and then knits and weaves the fiber into sweaters, stockings, blankets and shawls.

A selection of artists confirmed so far are:
A Natural Alternative, Emmaus – handcrafted soaps
A Mackenzie Studio, New Tripoli – handmade jewelry
Artsy Allure, Easton – handmade jewelry, fashion accessories
Autdemna Jewelers, Allentown – semi-precious stone jewelry
CJ’s Wood & Stuff, Center Valley – wood-turned pens and kitchen utensils
Fire Light Glass & Design, Bethlehem – fused glass works inspired by nature
MudWorks Pottery, Effort – handcrafted pottery
Paula Focazio Art & Design, Upper Black Eddy – wheel thrown ceramics
Iron Oak Creations, Mohrsville – forged iron home and garden items
Dona Jones, Allentown – torched copper
Deb McGinley, Emmaus – knitted clothing and toys
Suyundalla Farms, Coplay – natural wool and fiber products
The Basket Tree, Philadelphia – handmade baskets

ST. LUKE’S OFFERING ‘WALK WITH A DOC’ AT STEP OUTDOORS JUNE 1

Step Outdoors participants have the unique opportunity to learn from a leading healthcare professional while enjoying an urban hike/walk during St. Luke’s University Health Network’s new Walk with a Doc program at the festival June 1, 10 a.m.

The event, led by St. Luke’s Medical Critical Care physician Dr. Jennifer Axelband, begins with a short educational talk by the doctor, followed by a walk at your own pace and distance. The walk begins at the base of the Hoover-Mason Trestle staircase adjacent to the visitor center; the event is free, but advance signup is requested.

Step Outdoors Lehigh Valley presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network is a free, family-focused festival that takes place at SteelStacks June 1-2. During the festival, children enjoy presentations and activities by more than 25 local and state outdoors and conservation groups. Activities include archery, biking, gardening, art & nature activities, hiking, bluebird box building, laser sporting clays and more. Highlights this year include the return of the high-flying Keystone DockDogs competition, a new kids’ firefighters challenge and more.

Partners helping to support the Step Outdoors festival presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network include Ah-Ha! Arts Management, Aqua-Duck, Coca-Cola Bottling of the Lehigh Valley, Kistler O’Brien Fire Protection, Pennsylvania Game Commission, Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission, PSECU and Service Electric Cable TV & Communications. For more information on the festival, visit www.steelstacks.org/stepoutdoors.

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Good Shepherd Pediatrics & Lehigh Valley United Hosting Soccer Clinic for Children with Additional Needs June 20 at SteelStacks

Free events are part of activities at Lehigh Valley SoccerFest starting June 11

Good Shepherd Pediatrics is partnering with Lehigh Valley United to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children with additional needs to learn the sport of soccer when they host a free Good Shepherd Pediatrics Soccer Clinic at the FIFA World Cup™ SoccerFest & Viewing Party at SteelStacks this June. The clinic, for ages 5-18, will take place June 20 at 2 p.m., and is open to the first 25 individuals who register at www.lvsoccerfest.com.

During the Good Shepherd Pediatrics Soccer Clinic, children will enjoy a fun-filled experience as they discover the excitement and challenges that make soccer the most popular sport in the world. Lehigh Valley United players and coaches will provide one-on-one, personalized instruction with assistance from Good Shepherd Pediatrics staff to teach skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting. Following the soccer activities, participants will enjoy arts and crafts presented by the teaching artists of the Banana Factory Arts Center, followed by the 3 p.m. match between the United States and Sweden, shown on the Levitt Pavilion screen.

Good Shepherd Pediatrics Occupational Therapist Jennifer Schueck explained that many children with additional needs can feel overwhelmed by what is going on around them and that the clinic is a great way to enjoy the game in a safe, non-judgmental and inclusive environment.

“Our pediatric therapists will be on hand to guide and support every child who participates,” says Schueck. “It’s a great day to get outside, get some exercise and have fun.”

For more information on the Good Shepherd Pediatrics’ Soccer Clinic for Children with Additional Needs, email jschueck@gsrh.org.

The FIFA World Cup SoccerFest & Viewing Party™, which has been featured on ESPN, FOX Sports, USA Today and more, will show all three of the U.S. Women’s National Team preliminary group matches (June 11, 16 and 20) on a large outdoor screen on the SteelStacks campus, as well as offer a variety of soccer-related activities on the days the U.S. plays. In addition, FOX Sports will offer taped look-ins of the crowds at the viewing party as part of its nightly wrap-ups of the U.S. women’s team play from France.
Partners who present SoccerFest are Discover Lehigh Valley, Klunk & Millan Advertising, Lehigh Valley United, SWBR Inc. and ArtsQuest. Sponsors helping to make the festival possible include Discover Lehigh Valley, Factory LLC, Good Shepherd Pediatrics, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network, Kwik Goal, Lehigh Valley Tempest, St. Luke’s University Health Network, Service Electric Cable TV & Communications and Philadelphia Union & Bethlehem Steel FC.

Additional SoccerFest details will be announced over the coming weeks. For more information, visit www.discoverlehighvalley.com/soccerfest or like www.facebook.com/LVsoccerfest/.

Area Servicemen and Women to be Honored During SteelStacks’ Memorial Day Celebration May 25-27

Free Veterans’ Writing and Storytelling Events Highlight Weekend’s Programs

A free screening of “The Unknowns,” the display of more than 1,000 images of veterans on the ‘Our Hometown Heroes’ banners, a National Moment of Remembrance and special veterans empowerment performance and writing workshop highlight the 2019 Memorial Day Celebration presented by Embassy Bank at SteelStacks May 25-27.

On May 25, 1 p.m., in the ArtsQuest Center’s Fowler Blast Furnace Room, the community is invited to listen to veterans and their families remember those they have lost in service of our nation. Jenny Pacanowski of Women Veterans Empowered and Thriving will curate this ritual of storytelling and explain how ancient cultures utilized performance to bring the community together to grieve, celebrate and hold a space of kindness, compassion and non-judgment.

The following day, from 1-4 p.m., the Banana Factory is holding a free writing and storytelling workshop for veterans and family members to explore their grief, loss, anger and other emotions. The special event is offered to those who have lost themselves or lost someone they loved and need a place outside of the holiday barbeques to express what Memorial Day was truly intended for. The workshop is free and open to all veterans; for more information contact Jenny Pacanowski at womenveteransempowered@gmail.com.

Other Memorial Day Weekend events include:

May 25-26, starting at 7 p.m.
Remember Our Heroes Luminary Display

Join us as we remember our heroes with a luminary display in honor of family and friends who served in the United States Armed Forces. Anyone who wants to participate in the ceremony should complete the online registration form and purchase luminaria at www.steelstacks.org. Proceeds from luminaria purchases will be donated to the Lehigh Valley American Gold Star Mothers.

May 27, noon
‘The Unknowns’ Documentary Screening

Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas
Enjoy a free screening of this documentary about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the sentinels who stand guard 24/7 at our nation’s most sacred shrine.

National Moment of Remembrance
3 p.m. | Highmark Stage on the Air Products Town Square

A Time to Remember
5 p.m. | Levitt Pavilion Stage
The Memorial Day Weekend celebration concludes with a memorial service to remember the Lehigh Valley’s fallen soldiers.

Performance Schedule
Highmark Stage on the Air Products Town Square

May 25
3 p.m. – Sing for America
5:30 p.m. – Scott Marshall & Marshall’s Highway
9 p.m. – The Beautiful Distortion

May 26
3 p.m. – Ed McKendry
5:30 p.m. – Hydraulic Lime
9 p.m. – American Dinosaur

May 27
3:30 p.m. – Billy Bauer Band
5:30 p.m. – The Swingtime Dolls

Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks
May 25, 7:30 p.m. – Cracker
May 26, 7:30 p.m. – Mike Mains & The Branches
May 27, 7:30 p.m. – Maybird

The Memorial Day Celebration presented by Embassy Bank begins at 3 p.m. each day. For more information, visit www.steelstacks.org.

Step Outdoors Festival Expands with Free ‘Family Fishing Program’ June 1 on Bethlehem’s Sand Island

Event, presented by Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission, is designed to introduce kids and their families to angling in a fun, relaxed atmosphere

BETHLEHEM, PA—Step Outdoors, the Lehigh Valley’s only outdoors-focused festival, is expanding its activities for children this year by adding a Family Fishing Program on the Lehigh Canal on Sand Island June 1. The free event, presented by the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission (PFBC), will take place 9 a.m.-noon and is open to the first 30 kids who sign up at www.register-ed.com/events/view/141336.

During the Family Fishing Program, PFBC educational staff and volunteers will work with kids ages 5 and older and their families to learn basic fish identification, fishing safety and angling skills. All equipment and tackle are provided courtesy of the agency’s Gaun First Catch Center, with the morning culminating with fishing on the Lehigh Canal for bass, panfish and trout.

“Children are the future of fishing, so we need to provide opportunities that will help them develop a love of the sport as early and often as we can,” said Steve Kralik, Director of the PFBC’s Bureau of Outreach, Education and Marketing. “This event not only offers a chance to make a first catch, but the kids also gain an appreciation for the precious aquatic resources that are all around us.”

Step Outdoors Lehigh Valley presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network is a free, family-focused festival that takes place at SteelStacks June 1-2. During the festival, children enjoy presentations and activities by more than 25 local and state outdoors and conservation groups. Activities include archery, biking, gardening, art & nature activities, hiking, bluebird box building, laser sporting clays and more. Highlights this year include the return of the high-flying Keystone DockDogs competition, a new kids’ firefighters challenge and more.

For more information on Step Outdoors, visit www.steelstacks.org/festivals/stepoutdoors/.

ArtsQuest “SangriaFest Upper Macungie” Sweepstakes Official Rules

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. SWEEPSTAKES OPEN ONLY TO PERMANENT LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES, WHO ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

1. How to Enter. No purchase necessary. To enter the Sweepstakes complete the online form at http://fest.formstack.com/forms/sangriafestuppermacungie_robbinssweepstakes by 11:59PM on Sunday, May 26, 2019. Limit one (1) entry per person. All eligible entries have an equal chance of winning. No automated entry devices and/or programs permitted. No mechanically reproduced entries, alterations, facsimiles or forged entries. All entries become the sole and exclusive property of ArtsQuest, N.A. (“Sponsor”) and receipt of entries will not be acknowledged or returned. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, illegible, stolen, incomplete, invalid, unintelligible, misdirected, postage due, technically corrupted or garbled entries, which will be disqualified, or for problems of any kind whether mechanical, human or electronic. Proof of submission will not be deemed to be proof of receipt by Sponsor.

2. Eligibility. Participation open only to permanent legal residents of the United States who are at least 21 years of age at time of entry. Officers, directors, and employees of Sponsor, members of these persons’ immediate families (spouses, parents, children, and siblings, and their spouses regardless of where they reside), and persons living in the same households as these persons (whether or not related thereto) are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

3. Random Drawing/Odds. Five (5) winners will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries. The drawing will take place on or about May 27, 2019. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries. By entering the Sweepstakes, entrants fully and unconditionally agree to be bound by these Official Rules, including the release and waiver of liability contained herein, and the decisions of the judges, and Sponsor, which will be final and binding in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes.

4. Prizes. Five (5) grand prizes (“Grand Prize”): Two (2) tickets to SangriaFest Upper Macungie in Upper Macungie Township’s Grange Park on Saturday, June 8, 2019. Total approximate retail value (ARV) of prize package is $68. Prizes are non-transferable. No substitutions or cash redemptions. In the case of unavailability of any prize, Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize or portion thereof of equal or greater value. All federal, state and local taxes, meals, gratuities, travel upgrades, incidentals, fees, service charges, surcharges, insurance costs or other unspecified costs or expenses associated with use of the prize are the sole responsibility of winner and/or his or her travel companion. Prize may be subject to restrictions imposed by prize sponsors.

5. Notification. Winner will be notified by email or phone on or about the week following the Drawing and will be required to sign and return, where legal, an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release within seven (7) days of prize notification. If winner cannot be contacted within three (3) calendar days of first notification attempt, if any prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, if any winner rejects his/her prize, or in the event of noncompliance with these Sweepstakes Official Rules, such prize will be forfeited and an alternate winner will be selected from all remaining eligible entries. Upon prize forfeiture, no compensation will be given. Limit one winner and one prize.

6. Conditions; Waiver and Release. All federal, state and local taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Participation in Sweepstakes and acceptance of prize constitutes winner’s acknowledgement and acceptance of the Official Rules and winner’s permission for Sponsor to use his/her name, address (city and state), likeness, photograph, picture, portrait, voice, biographical information and/or any statements made by each winner regarding the Sweepstakes or Sponsor for advertising and promotional purposes without notice or additional compensation, except where prohibited by law. Prize awarded “as is” without any representation or warranty by Sponsor. Winner assumes all risks associated with use of the prize and participation in prize-related activities. Sponsor is not responsible if any scheduled event is delayed, postponed, or canceled for any reason. Accommodations subject to availability. Winner is solely responsible for observing and abiding by prize sponsors’ rules and regulations or terms and conditions for use of prize. By participating, entrants and winner agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor and their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers and directors, from any and all liability, loss, harm, damage, injury, cost or expense whatsoever including without limitation, property damage, personal injury and/or death arising from, relating to, or which may occur in connection with, preparation for, travel, or participation in the Sweepstakes, possession, acceptance and/or use or misuse of prize, or preparation for, travel to or from, and participation in any Sweepstakes-related activity, and for any claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy. Each entrant hereby agrees to indemnify Sponsor against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or resulting from and breach by entrant of these Official Rules. Entrants who do not comply with these Official Rules, or who attempt to interfere with this Sweepstakes in any way, shall be disqualified.

7. Additional Terms. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, extend or suspend this Sweepstakes should Sponsor determine, in its sole discretion, that fraud, mistake, or other causes beyond its control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor will select the winner from all eligible entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual it finds, in its sole discretion, to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may prohibit an entrant from participating in the Sweepstakes or winning a prize if, in its sole discretion, it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes by cheating, hacking, deception, or other unfair playing practices or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or Sponsor representatives.

CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

Valid email address required in order to win. By completing the sweepstakes entry form, you are agreeing to the official sweepstakes rules and the terms of our privacy policy. You will also be registered to receive email notices from ArtsQuest. Our goal is to provide you with important, valuable and timely updates about upcoming events and promotions. We will not sell your personal information. Also, you have the opportunity to unsubscribe at any time.

8. List of Winner. To obtain the name of the winning individual, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope by May 28, 2019 to: ArtsQuest / “SangriaFest Upper Macungie” Sweepstakes Winner, ATTN: Marketing Manager: Ben Youngerman, 25 W Third St, Bethlehem, PA 18015.

9. Sponsor. ArtsQuest

SoccerFest Returns to SteelStacks for Women’s World Cup Starting June 11

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Photo by Diane Richter

Free Event is Highlighted by Youth Soccer Day June 16 and Coverage on FOX Sports

BETHLEHEM, PA–Follow every kick, pass and goal the U.S. Women’s National Team makes as the popular FIFA World Cup® SoccerFest & Viewing Party returns to SteelStacks this summer for the FIFA World Women’s Cup®. The festival, which has been featured on ESPN, FOX Sports, USA Today and more, will show all three of the U.S. Women’s National Team preliminary group matches on a large outdoor screen on the SteelStacks campus, as well as offer a variety of soccer-related activities on the days the U.S. plays. In addition, FOX Sports will offer taped look-ins of the crowds at the viewing party as part of its nightly wrap-ups of the U.S. women’s team play from France.

Confirmed SoccerFest dates and times are below. SteelStacks will show all of the U.S. Women’s team matches should they advance to and through the knockout rounds:

June 11, 3 p.m.: Thailand
June 16, noon: Chile
June 20, 3 p.m.: Sweden

Highlighting this year’s SoccerFest is the June 16 Youth Soccer Day built around the U.S. team’s match against Chile. The day features the return of the large LED screen (25-foot wide) that drew throngs of people to watch the U.S.’ World Cup matches in 2014 and 2015, as well as a Youth Soccer Clinic presented by the Tempest Women’s Premier Soccer League team. The fun-filled clinic, which is free and open to ages 5-12, will focus on a variety of soccer skills for all levels; parents should sign their kids up in advance at lvsoccerfest.com.

“The SoccerFest & Viewing Party really brings our community together in a special way, appealing to the region’s many cultures and soccer enthusiasts, while at the same time drawing casual sports fans who simply love to cheer on the U.S.,” says ArtsQuest Chief Operating Officer Curt Mosel, who heads the committee responsible for presenting SoccerFest. “When the U.S. Women played Japan in the 2015 finals, more than 8,000 people turned out to watch the match. We’re looking forward to having everyone come out this summer to support the U.S. team as it hopefully makes another run deep into the tournament!”

Other activities on June 16 include a special Father’s Day French Toast Breakfast at the ArtsQuest Center, soccer activities including soccer tennis and open play in the mini arena, and a screening of “American Futbol,” the documentary that follows four American filmmakers on their journey from the U.S. to Brazil in search of stories that define Latin America’s obsession with the beautiful game.

Other 2019 SoccerFest highlights include:

Good Shepherd Pediatrics’ Youth with Additional Needs Soccer Clinic, presented in partnership with Lehigh Valley United, on June 20.

Soccer Activations by Philadelphia Union & Bethlehem Steel FC, Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer, Lehigh Valley Youth Soccer League, Soccer Magic and others.

Live music, great food, merch from local soccer stores and more.

The partners who present SoccerFest are Discover Lehigh Valley, Klunk & Millan Advertising, Lehigh Valley United, SWBR Inc. and ArtsQuest. Sponsors helping to make the festival possible include Discover Lehigh Valley, Factory LLC, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation & Pediatrics, Kwik Goal, Lehigh Valley Tempest, St. Luke’s University Health Network, Service Electric Cable TV & Communications and Philadelphia Union & Bethlehem Steel FC.

Additional SoccerFest details will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information, visit www.discoverlehighvalley.com/soccerfest or like www.facebook.com/LVsoccerfest/.

Highmark Blue Shield Community Stage on the Air Products Town Square: May Shows

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By Ben Youngerman, ArtsQuest Marketing Manager / Photo: Ted Colegrove

The Highmark Blue Shield Community Stage on the Air Products Town Square is the home to great live music at an affordable price: FREE! Grab a Yuengling and food from the bar and sit outside as you enjoy great singer-songwriters and bands from across the region. Start or end your night at SteelStacks with these upcoming performances…

Cubbage – Friday, 5/17 (9 PM)

Cubbage is a Philadelphia-based band rooted in alternative rock, with tastes of blues/jazz, folk, and pop influence. Put together The 1975’s rhythmic pulse, with John Mayer-like vocals, and Sonny Rollins-like saxophone lines, and you’ve got an idea of the sound.

Big Bone Daddy – Saturday, 5/18 (9 PM)

Big Bone Daddy is a SMOKIN’ Rock & Blues band from Eastern PA and Western NJ. They have rocked clubs and festivals from New Jersey to Pennsylvania to North Carolina.

Jordan Ramirez & The Tribe – Friday, 5/24 (9 PM)

Jordan Ramirez & The Tribe are a Soul and R&B group from Northeastern Pennsylvania. Melodic instrumentation, sultry vocals, and a deep pocket groove are a constant in the stage performance of this jazz-influenced, funky five-piece.

Sing For America – Saturday, 5/25 (3 PM)

Sing For America is comprised of 5 siblings who have been performing together for over ten years. The group was formed by these 5 young adults to show their appreciation for those people who have made our freedoms possible and support the families of local military.

Scott Marshall & Marshall’s Highway – Saturday, 5/25 (5:30 PM)

Multi-Award winning singer/songwriter Scott Marshall and his award winning band Marshalls Highway have established a brand of Americana made music to bring a show that quickly becomes an experience, and continues to entertain and inspire audiences of all ages and musical tastes.

The Beautiful Distortion – Saturday, 5/25 (9 PM)

The Beautiful Distortion combines stellar vocals and harmonies with the top-notch musicianship of some of Eastern Pennsylvania’s best rockers. This six-piece delivers hook-driven, harmony-heavy melodic rock, pulling from diverse styles and influences.

Ed McKendry – Sunday, 5/26 (3 PM)

Ed McKendry, a singer-songwriter who has entertained in the Lehigh Valley for over 25 years, is releasing four newly recorded original songs and making them available publically on iTunes, Spotify and other digital platforms.

Hydraulic Lime – Sunday, 5/26 (5:30 PM)

Hydraulic Lime is a local classic rock band with a devoted local following. They cover everything from The Stones, The Doors, CCR, The Zombies, REM,America,Eric Clapton, Spencer Davis Group, and more!

American Dinosaur – Sunday, 5/26 (9 PM)

American Dinosaur is a 4 piece stoner rock group out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It’s the kind of Rock & Roll that you have been searching for since the 70s. Yes, that vibe-y, ear grabbing, Psych-Rock with a soulful twist.

Billy Bauer Band – Monday, 5/27 (3:30 PM)

Since its formation in 2006, Billy Bauer Band has opened for nationally-touring artists including Third Eye Blind, Young the Giant, OAR, Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, Tim Reynolds (Dave Matthews Band), and more.

The Swingtime Dolls – Monday, 5/27 (5:30 PM)

The SwingTime Dolls is an all female vocal group consisting of three of the area’s most accomplished vocalists that shine a new light on the tunes of the American Hit Parade of the 1940s and beyond.

Zaire – Friday, 5/31 (9 PM)

Sit back and listen to classic rock favorites from The Eagles, Tom Petty, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Radiohead, Stevie Ray Vaughn and more

Free music continues at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks all year long! Click here for the full schedule!

F-Series Competitive Karting Event Highlights 2019 SteelStacks Grand Prix

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Tickets for Grand Prix’s public racing sessions are on sale now

BETHLEHEM, PA–Competitive karting comes to the SteelStacks Grand Prix for the first time as the Father’s Day weekend event welcomes the F-Series racing program on Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16. Racing enthusiasts are invited to watch all the action trackside, with admission free and open to the public.

A competitive karting series for youth to adults, the F-Series holds races along the East Coast, culminating with the official series championship each fall. The F-Series event at SteelStacks will feature drivers competing in two classes – Mini Cadet for ages 8-12 and Senior Shifter for ages 15 and older. The racing action kicks off with practice on the Grand Prix’s half-mile custom track on Saturday from 5-8 p.m., followed by qualifying and racing on Sunday morning and the finals from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Sunday. Over the past decade, interest in F-Series has grown by nearly 500 percent, with some events nearing 200 individual competitors.

“We are honored for this unique opportunity to bring F-Series competition karting to a fabulous place like SteelStacks,” says Marco Oldhafer, CEO of the F-Series. “Of course, working alongside longtime partner Mike McCreary from Lehigh Valley Grand Prix is going to make this an instant success and give the spectators an experience they will not forget!”

In addition to watching all the F-Series action, the public is invited to take part in the Grand Prix’s public racing sessions by jumping in one of Lehigh Valley Grand Prix’s high-speed go-karts. Public racing takes place June 14, 7-10 p.m., and June 16, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-8 p.m. Cost is $25 per person and includes a safety briefing, helmet and eight minutes of track time. Tickets for the public sessions are on sale now at www.steelstacks.org/grandprix.

Started in 2017, SteelStacks Grand Prix brings together a Who’s Who of the region’s corporate community for a day of action-packed go-kart racing on the Saturday, June 15, of Father’s Day Weekend. The public can also get in on the action by watching the event from the trackside grandstands, as well as taking part in the public racing sessions June 14 and 16.

The Grand Prix is presented by the nonprofit ArtsQuest and Lehigh Valley Grand Prix. Over the past two years, the event has generated more than $30,000 to support ArtsQuest’s free music, arts and arts education programming for the region.

ArtsQuest “SangriaFest Upper Macungie” Sweepstakes Official Rules

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. SWEEPSTAKES OPEN ONLY TO PERMANENT LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES, WHO ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

1. How to Enter. No purchase necessary. To enter the Sweepstakes complete the online form at http://fest.formstack.com/forms/sangriafestuppermacungie_sweepstakes by 11:59PM on Sunday, May 12, 2019. Limit one (1) entry per person. All eligible entries have an equal chance of winning. No automated entry devices and/or programs permitted. No mechanically reproduced entries, alterations, facsimiles or forged entries. All entries become the sole and exclusive property of ArtsQuest, N.A. (“Sponsor”) and receipt of entries will not be acknowledged or returned. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, illegible, stolen, incomplete, invalid, unintelligible, misdirected, postage due, technically corrupted or garbled entries, which will be disqualified, or for problems of any kind whether mechanical, human or electronic. Proof of submission will not be deemed to be proof of receipt by Sponsor.

2. Eligibility. Participation open only to permanent legal residents of the United States who are at least 21 years of age at time of entry. Officers, directors, and employees of Sponsor, members of these persons’ immediate families (spouses, parents, children, and siblings, and their spouses regardless of where they reside), and persons living in the same households as these persons (whether or not related thereto) are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

3. Random Drawing/Odds. Ten (10) winners will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries. The drawing will take place on or about May 13, 2019. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries. By entering the Sweepstakes, entrants fully and unconditionally agree to be bound by these Official Rules, including the release and waiver of liability contained herein, and the decisions of the judges, and Sponsor, which will be final and binding in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes.

4. Prizes. Ten (10) grand prizes (“Grand Prize”): Two (2) tickets to SangriaFest Upper Macungie in Upper Macungie Township’s Grange Park on Saturday, June 8, 2019. Total approximate retail value (ARV) of prize package is $68. Prizes are non-transferable. No substitutions or cash redemptions. In the case of unavailability of any prize, Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize or portion thereof of equal or greater value. All federal, state and local taxes, meals, gratuities, travel upgrades, incidentals, fees, service charges, surcharges, insurance costs or other unspecified costs or expenses associated with use of the prize are the sole responsibility of winner and/or his or her travel companion. Prize may be subject to restrictions imposed by prize sponsors.

5. Notification. Winner will be notified by email or phone on or about the week following the Drawing and will be required to sign and return, where legal, an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release within seven (7) days of prize notification. If winner cannot be contacted within three (3) calendar days of first notification attempt, if any prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, if any winner rejects his/her prize, or in the event of noncompliance with these Sweepstakes Official Rules, such prize will be forfeited and an alternate winner will be selected from all remaining eligible entries. Upon prize forfeiture, no compensation will be given. Limit one winner and one prize.

6. Conditions; Waiver and Release. All federal, state and local taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Participation in Sweepstakes and acceptance of prize constitutes winner’s acknowledgement and acceptance of the Official Rules and winner’s permission for Sponsor to use his/her name, address (city and state), likeness, photograph, picture, portrait, voice, biographical information and/or any statements made by each winner regarding the Sweepstakes or Sponsor for advertising and promotional purposes without notice or additional compensation, except where prohibited by law. Prize awarded “as is” without any representation or warranty by Sponsor. Winner assumes all risks associated with use of the prize and participation in prize-related activities. Sponsor is not responsible if any scheduled event is delayed, postponed, or canceled for any reason. Accommodations subject to availability. Winner is solely responsible for observing and abiding by prize sponsors’ rules and regulations or terms and conditions for use of prize. By participating, entrants and winner agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor and their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers and directors, from any and all liability, loss, harm, damage, injury, cost or expense whatsoever including without limitation, property damage, personal injury and/or death arising from, relating to, or which may occur in connection with, preparation for, travel, or participation in the Sweepstakes, possession, acceptance and/or use or misuse of prize, or preparation for, travel to or from, and participation in any Sweepstakes-related activity, and for any claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy. Each entrant hereby agrees to indemnify Sponsor against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or resulting from and breach by entrant of these Official Rules. Entrants who do not comply with these Official Rules, or who attempt to interfere with this Sweepstakes in any way, shall be disqualified.

7. Additional Terms. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, extend or suspend this Sweepstakes should Sponsor determine, in its sole discretion, that fraud, mistake, or other causes beyond its control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor will select the winner from all eligible entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual it finds, in its sole discretion, to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may prohibit an entrant from participating in the Sweepstakes or winning a prize if, in its sole discretion, it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes by cheating, hacking, deception, or other unfair playing practices or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or Sponsor representatives.

CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

Valid email address required in order to win. By completing the sweepstakes entry form, you are agreeing to the official sweepstakes rules and the terms of our privacy policy. You will also be registered to receive email notices from ArtsQuest. Our goal is to provide you with important, valuable and timely updates about upcoming events and promotions. We will not sell your personal information. Also, you have the opportunity to unsubscribe at any time.

8. List of Winner. To obtain the name of the winning individual, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope by May 13, 2019 to: ArtsQuest / “SangriaFest Upper Macungie” Sweepstakes Winner, ATTN: Marketing Manager: Ben Youngerman, 25 W Third St, Bethlehem, PA 18015.

9. Sponsor. ArtsQuest

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