US Immigration Reform: Thoughts from a Friendly Neighbor

US Immigration Reform: Thoughts from a Friendly Neighbor

October 12, 2006

Dr. Francisco Flores, president of El Salvador from 1999-2004 and founder of the Amrica Libre Institute. Lecture and discussion followed by a reception.

7:30-9 p.m.

Lafayette College - 104 Kirby

Call 610-330-5315 for more information.

Latino Film Festival

Pennsylvania's only Latino Film Festival features a slate of films and documentaries produced by, directed by and staring Latinos. Films include, E.S.L (English as a Second Language), BORICUA, THE STORY OF JUAN BAGO, and ENTREMEDIO (A PLACE WITHIN).

When: Oct. 13 - 15

Where:
Allentown Civic Theatre
Studio 514
514 19th. St. Allentown, PA 18104

Bethlehem
Banana Factory
25 West 3rd St.Bethlehem, PA 18015

Easton
Lafayette College
Farinon Center, College Hill (on the quad, next to Hogg Hall)
Easton, PA 18042

Admission: $7

Visit: http://www.nylatinofilm.com/allentown/ for more information

Civil War Voices: A Walk Among the Dead

Hear voices from beyond the grave, as Civil War letters in the Lehigh County Historical Society's collection come to life through your guide and the actors you will encounter during an hour-long walk through the cemetery. Tours leave every 15 minutes starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 8:30 p.m. Tickets available at the gate.

When: Oct. 6 & 7; Rain dates Oct. 13 & 14
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Where: Union & West End Cemetery (cemetery main entrance on 10th Street, north of Chew Street)

Admission: Cost: $7.00 Adults, $4.00 Children

Fall Bike Swap

Fall Bike Swap open to the public from 9 to 2. Selling of used and new bikes, outerware, seats, bike shoes, pedals. This is one of the biggest bike swaps on the East Coast. To register as a vendor go to www.thevelodrome.com, click on 2006 Season, click Flea Market and at the bottom of the page click on the link.

When: October 7, 2006

Where: Lehigh Valley Velodrome 610-395-7000

Top tips for networking at events

Top tips for networking at events

• Have a one-minute “elevator pitch” ready to describe yourself.
• If you feel awkward, go with someone who is not and ask them to help you.
• Arrive early and check the name tags to see who else has arrived.
• Avoid spending too much time at the bar or in dead areas where it is hard to move onto another person you want to talk to if you get bored.
• If you do feel trapped find someone else the person you are with might enjoy speaking to.
• Ask others to introduce you to the people you want to meet.
• Get drinks for people who are having a good conversation.

Celtic Classic

Presented by the non-profit Celtic Cultural Alliance, is held on Bethlehem's festival grounds along the Monocacy Creek. It is a celebration of Celtic culture and heritage and includes a bagpipe parade, gathering of the clans, haggis eating contest, fiddle competition, border collie exhibition and much more. Authentic food and beverages too!

When: September 22-24

Where: Bethlehem, PA

Dancing in the Streets

Bjorn Again the Music of Abba

Free Concert & Celebration

When: September 21, 2006

Where: Hamilton St from 9th to 7th, Downtown Allentown
3pm-10pm
Bjorn Again apprearing at 7:30pm

Fiery Foods Competition, Vendors and Performers

Rain or Shine