We've all heard that excuse before. And as a full-time college student who is working two jobs, I know that situation all too well. Despite my lack of funds from time to time, I've made it my goal to always find new and exciting things to do that fit my budget. When I'm at Lehigh, my schedule is so jam-packed that it's hard to find time to slow down and relax. Ironically enough though, whenever that time comes around, I'm bored. So why am I ignoring all the possibilities the Lehigh Valley has to offer?
During my summers, when I'm not working, I'm always on the lookout for fun ways to spend my hard-earned cash. Whether it's new activities, local events or places to go, I keep my eyes and ears peeled for anything that might be entertaining, but also inexpensive.
I've never really done this at Lehigh though. Bethlehem, and the greater Lehigh Valley, is a place billowing with things to do. Not all of them are budget-conscious, but many are. And I want to take advantage of that while I'm still here.
I know the Lehigh Valley has more to offer us. So, I'm making it my personal goal to not only find what's going on in the Lehigh Valley, but to make sure college students low on dough have the information to take advantage of all the less-expensive opportunities the Valley has to offer too.
So to get started, here are a few links that always have ideas for fun and affordable ways to fill your free time:
- Downtown Bethlehem Association:From First Fridays to craft shows to town clean-up days, the DBA's calendar is always packed with fun, interesting and exciting ways to not only get involved in the community, but also to have a great time.
- Discover Lehigh Valley: Offering many ways to "play, stay, eat, save and discover," this organization encourages community members to embrace experiences in Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton.
- Local newspaper sites: The Express Times and The Morning Call both offer their readers interactive community calendars that allows them to browse events by date or by a search bar.
