8 Things to Do This Week in the Valley | 7.8–7.15

*Events are listed in order of occurrence 

Sunset Paddle

This Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., experience a 45-minute evening paddle down the Lehigh River with Two Rivers Kayaking. The scenic stretch will take place on kayaks and is led by experienced guides. The cost is $50 and all equipment is provided.

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Summer Barn Sale

Head to the Petersell 1808 Home in Center Valley this Friday and Saturday for their summer barn sale! Shop quirky antiques as well as vintage and handmade items all specially curated to bring beauty and a sense of story to your home. Georgia’s Flower Truck will be on-site on Friday to offer a build-your-own bouquet experience.

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Run the Vineyards

Hosted by Good Day for a Run, this scenic 5K stretches across two vineyards overlooking the Blue Mountains. Enjoy some post-race fun including music, wine and a food truck at Blue Mountain Vineyards. All race participants will receive a tech T-shirt or tank as well as a souvenir wine glass. The fun kicks off at 9 a.m. on Saturday and costs $44 if you preregister by Friday.

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Wine & Shine

Hosted by the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail, Wine & Shine combines local wine and tasty spirits for this new event. Purchase a passport for $39 and enjoy a food and beverage pairing as well as complimentary samples at each venue. The seven participating businesses include Black River Farms, Blue Mountain Vineyards, Doan Distillery, Vynecrest Vineyards & Winery, Franklin Hill Vineyards, Tolino Vineyards and Wardog Spirits. The event kicks off this Saturday and Sunday and continues July 17, 18 24 and 25.

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Easton Heritage Day

Celebrate Easton Heritage Day on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. with family-friendly fun, activities for kids, reenactment events, musical performances and fireworks over the Delaware. The festival intends to showcase local history and is free to attend. Be sure to tour some of Easton’s historic houses throughout the day!

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Goat Yoga & Wine

Head to Tolino Vineyards and Winery in Bangor for some entertaining goat yoga this Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Led by Buttinhead Farm Goat Yoga, the event allows participants to sip wine and snuggle up to baby goats! It’s an expectation-free zone. Tickets are $35 and include a glass of wine. Bring your own towel or yoga mat.

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Summer Wedding Expo 

Head to Stabler Arena for the season’s largest wedding expo. Browse the area’s leading wedding professionals from 5–9 p.m. on Thursday, July 15. Attendees will even have the chance to win a honeymoon!

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Patio Beer Dinner  

Blue grillhouse has teamed up with Saucony Creek Brewery for a beer and dinner pairing on blue’s patio, taking place on Thursday, July 15. The five-course tasting menu includes items like the White Ale Battered Sea Bass Taco and the Saucony Creek Lager Braised Beef Short Rib. Tickets are $100 per person, with limited seating available.  

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