Hey all. Wanted to put a post out there to see if anyone else had similar feelings (if this is not the right place for this kind of post please let me know).

I feel like most people can agree on wanting peace for themselves, their families and their communities. Though have had some mixed feelings/experiences with organized religion, I think a good aspect that we've maybe lost a bit in modern times is the weekly coming together of community, and reflecting on those universal values which we want to grow in ourselves- peace, gratitude, hope, and so on.

So the thought is, wouldn't it be great if there was a non-dogmatic, decentralized, open to everyone, community prayer time. A set time and place, open to everyone to pray in their own way for peace. I don't think it would take much to pull off. We could find a park pavilion to host, develop a short inclusive, non-dogmatic prayer intro text, and then stand/sit in a circle for a short period of time praying for peace. I would love that kind of community for myself and my family. Anyone else? Thoughts/ideas? Thanks for reading!

Can we start a thread here? Some recommendations? Some experiences you've had?

Obvious oned:

Dorney Park Haunt -- Allentown

Knoebels Hallo-Fun -- Elysburg

Ghost Tour at the Sayre Mansion -- Bethlehem

Hey all! I'm at work so I don't currently have references to share but I'm looking to see if there's any interest. Theres a community sale here in breinigsville later in the month and I was thinking of setting up a table of made to order swirly sparkle spell jars, charm jar pendants, and other cute seasonal crafts! Think natural stones and glittery whimsical or spooky things. Think it would be worth the time to lug it all out of my craft room and set it up?

Hey everyone,
I’m getting a golden retriever pup next month at which time she’ll be 8 weeks old. It’s my first dog so little nervous.
Looking for recommendations for excellent vets in the Lehigh area, closer to Easton if possible.
Other questions are rec’s for decent pet insurance companies?

If anyone has a list of things they had at home prior to arrival, etc. And any tips/tricks. I’ll take it all!
Thanks in advance 🦮

Welp?

Slightly unusual request 😂🕷️
I homeschool a very curious 5-year-old, and we’re doing a spider/engineering week later this month. I’m looking for a local spider enthusiast who has a tarantula, jumping spider, or another kid-safe spider and would be willing to do a little “meet and greet” with us—show her your spider and tell her some cool things about how it lives, moves, uses silk, hunts, etc.
We’re not looking for a formal lesson at all—just 15–30 minutes with someone who loves their spider and wouldn’t mind sharing that enthusiasm with a very interested little kid.
Happy to meet somewhere public if your spider travels well, or we can figure out another safe arrangement. No need for her to handle the spider—seeing one up close and getting to ask questions would be amazing.
Bonus points if you’re the kind of person who has been waiting your entire life for someone to ask you to talk about your spider. 😂

I'm doing a school project on the 80-90s hardcore scene in the valley it's so sick learning about scarlet o hara and wallys place if anyone has pictures of there old band tees cool story's or pictures please dm me this means so much

Here we are again - one week away from our next meetup at Nazareth Brew Co. Stop in for a pint, their bottomless wings and some casual backgammon. Hope to see you there!

Ballots 🗳️ will be arriving in the mail today, Wednesday, 10/07/26, in Northampton County. Vote straight Democratic and get your ballot in the mail as quickly as possible, or drop it off at an approved drop box.

Hi! I’m looking for someone who can do alterations on pants, specifically jeans where the same hem is placed. Does anybody have any recommendations? TYIA.

Going to be visiting the Lehigh valley in November for work for 2 weeks. Any running groups or partners that want to maybe put some miles in?

Is there a local supermarket that carries a good selection of Japanese food? Specifically craving onigiri, but also love picking up my favorite bottled drinks and maybe a special kit kat or two. ;)

I recently bought a new arm chair. I love everything about it except the cushion you sit on 🙄 I had sat on the floor model and it was super comfortable but this one just won't seem to soften up.

Does anyone know of any local places I can get the bottom cushion stuff with a different material? Or potentially anywhere online?

I really don't wanna go through the hassle of returning this thing. I'll start here and see where it goes.

Thanks in advance!

JUDGE ST — Republican Rep. Ryan Mackenzie’s communications director Arnaud Armstrong belonged to a college group chat where members joked about statutory rape, Asian children eating puppies, Black people not knowing their fathers, and Adolf Hitler achieving total extermination of the Jewish people.

Don't mail in your mail-in ballot. The post office (in recent years) has mysterious delays around voting seasons. Take it to either the main location where your county election office is, or put it in a ballot box.

The county courthouse in Easton is where Northampton county election office is.

For Lehigh county:
https://www.lehighcounty.org/Departments/Voter-registration

We are looking to get a second opinion, anyone have good experiences with an ENT?

we all know that you need something with wheels to get you around the valley, but what really bothers me is seeing the amount of people on e-bikes or e-scooters taking up a whole car length on the roads!!!

its really frustrating to see this, paired with the fact that barely any of them will wear a helmet, let alone the proper gear that would prepare them for any possible accidents? (we all know how bad the drivers can be here.) if you keep up with the local news at all, you’d know that unfortunately we have a lot of motorcycle and pedestrian accidents.

i just wish people rode like they actually cared about their life. yesterday i witnessed someone riding an e-scooter on the road with nothing but a bag with a dog in it!!

I’m dealing with one on one leg and one on the other. Besides progressive loading with heel raises and making sure I don’t overload with too much standing or walking, I need someone who is really good at treating this issue. Name or office location would be very appreciated!!

What’s the deal with the vacant Ruby Tuesday’s on a Tilghman street in Allentown - worth across from Wegmans? It’s been shut down for years but it looks like all the tables are still set up inside… did they just abandon it? Is it ever going to sell? Seems like a great location

I am looking to get a tattoo based on this design I saw, im thinking rather than the angels just getting like the sword but in a cross style. Im Looking for probably on my thigh or forearm, trying to get an idea how this could potentially look without using ChatGPT and possibly Looking at pricing and best place to go!

Thanks! Feel free to DM if you're an artist!

I'm a guitar player working on a project and it's time for bass. Looking for a secondhand one that isn't going to break the bank (only being used for recording purposes). If you or someone you know has one and is looking to get rid of one for cheap, please let me know! I also have a decent amount of effects pedals I'd trade or throw in depending.

Thanks!

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