First Night Bethlehem 2019
November 21, 2018
Bethlehem’s third annual First Night celebration will provide a fun-filled, family-friendly event to celebrate the passing of the old year and the ringing in of the new. This event is presented in partnership with the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce, Bethlehem Community Fund, Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited, Bethlehem Senior Projects, and Friends of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation.
First Night Bethlehem will be held on Monday, December 31, and start off with fireworks at the Four Corners at 6:30pm. Entertainment and activities follow at various nearby venues, all within walking distance of Four Corners.
“First Night Bethlehem is a great new tradition that brings our community together to have fun and raise money for groups that help our neighbors in need,” observed Bethlehem Town Supervisor David VanLuven.
Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce President, Maureen McGuinness remarked, “This is one example of why Bethlehem is a great place to live and work as business and community groups work together to organize a family friendly celebration to kick off the New Year.”
This year’s lineup includes:
NISKY DIXIE CATS ● THREE QUARTER NORTH ● WIDE AWAKE ● BAD Jazz
PLAYIN’ with FIRE BAND ● RED DIRT HIGHWAY ● MAGICIAN JIM SNACK
AARON DAVIS ● ANDY the MUSIC MAN ● MENDELSSOHN CLUB
Other fun and entertainment includes an outdoor ice sculpture, face painting, crafts for kids, green screen photo booth, DEC wildlife game, Therapy Dogs International, Cue Theatre, Bethlehem Traditional Irish Dance, Broadway Bound Performing Arts Academy, a kosher food festival, and Bethlehem’s Got Teen Talent Show at Town Hall.
Join us this year as we celebrate and raise money for our neighbors in need by supporting the following local non-profits and their programs: Bethlehem Community Fund, Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited (BOU), Bethlehem Senior Projects and Friends of Bethlehem Parks & Recreation.
Buttons are $10 per Adult ($15 day of event), $5 Ages 12-18, and children under 12 are FREE. They can be purchased in person at the following Delmar locations (call to verify hours of operation):
You can also purchase buttons online at Eventbrite.com, then pick them up at Bethlehem Town Hall (445 Delaware Avenue, Delmar).
Special Deal for Cyber Monday -- $25 for 2 Adult and up to 3 Teen buttons...a 40% savings! Available only at Eventbrite.com
A big THANK YOU to all of the event sponsors! Your support for the community is very much appreciated, and with your help this year’s event will be another success!
PREMIERE SPONSORS:
Bryant Asset Protection, Inc.
Sunmark Federal Credit Union
SIGNATURE SPONSORS:
Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce
Kinderhook Bank
McSharry & Associates Realty
Owens Corning
Policy Research Associates
Quality PM, Inc.
SUPPORTING SPONSORS: Albany Med EmUrgent Care-Glenmont, Bennett Contracting, Inc., Bethlehem Central Teachers Association, CrossFit Spur, Delmar Marketplace & McCarroll’s Village Butcher, Four Corners Pharmacy, Gregory's Barbershop – Delmar, Lavelle & Finn, LLP, Mary Amodeo - Coldwell Banker Prime Properties, School’s Out, Inc., St. Thomas the Apostle Church, and Wild Bird Junction Backyard Nature Shoppe.
MEDIA SPONSORS: Our Towne Bethlehem and theSpot518
Stay up-to-date on event details by following pages on Twitter (@Bethlehem1stNgt) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/BethlehemFirstNight).
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First Night Bethlehem will be held on Monday, December 31, and start off with fireworks at the Four Corners at 6:30pm. Entertainment and activities follow at various nearby venues, all within walking distance of Four Corners.
“First Night Bethlehem is a great new tradition that brings our community together to have fun and raise money for groups that help our neighbors in need,” observed Bethlehem Town Supervisor David VanLuven.
Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce President, Maureen McGuinness remarked, “This is one example of why Bethlehem is a great place to live and work as business and community groups work together to organize a family friendly celebration to kick off the New Year.”
This year’s lineup includes:
NISKY DIXIE CATS ● THREE QUARTER NORTH ● WIDE AWAKE ● BAD Jazz
PLAYIN’ with FIRE BAND ● RED DIRT HIGHWAY ● MAGICIAN JIM SNACK
AARON DAVIS ● ANDY the MUSIC MAN ● MENDELSSOHN CLUB
Other fun and entertainment includes an outdoor ice sculpture, face painting, crafts for kids, green screen photo booth, DEC wildlife game, Therapy Dogs International, Cue Theatre, Bethlehem Traditional Irish Dance, Broadway Bound Performing Arts Academy, a kosher food festival, and Bethlehem’s Got Teen Talent Show at Town Hall.
Join us this year as we celebrate and raise money for our neighbors in need by supporting the following local non-profits and their programs: Bethlehem Community Fund, Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited (BOU), Bethlehem Senior Projects and Friends of Bethlehem Parks & Recreation.
- The Bethlehem Community Fund raises money to fill the gap left by traditional social services. Teachers, nurses, guidance counselors, school social workers, and area clergy make most of the requests for assistance.
- All proceeds received by the Friends of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation are held in a scholarship fund to assist local individuals and families in need participate in town activities.
- Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited works closely with the Bethlehem Central School District to support positive activities for students as well as annual forums designed to help parents and teens confront the challenges and opportunities they face.
- Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc. provides programming and funds to supplement the Town Senior Services Department, sponsor the Bethlehem Food Pantry, and support an emergency heating fund.
Buttons are $10 per Adult ($15 day of event), $5 Ages 12-18, and children under 12 are FREE. They can be purchased in person at the following Delmar locations (call to verify hours of operation):
- Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave
- Bethlehem Town Hall, 445 Delaware Ave
- Delmar Marketplace, 406 Kenwood Ave
- Perfect Blend Café, 376 Delaware Ave
- Twisted Vine Wine & Tap, 384 Kenwood Ave
You can also purchase buttons online at Eventbrite.com, then pick them up at Bethlehem Town Hall (445 Delaware Avenue, Delmar).
Special Deal for Cyber Monday -- $25 for 2 Adult and up to 3 Teen buttons...a 40% savings! Available only at Eventbrite.com
A big THANK YOU to all of the event sponsors! Your support for the community is very much appreciated, and with your help this year’s event will be another success!
PREMIERE SPONSORS:
Bryant Asset Protection, Inc.
Sunmark Federal Credit Union
SIGNATURE SPONSORS:
Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce
Kinderhook Bank
McSharry & Associates Realty
Owens Corning
Policy Research Associates
Quality PM, Inc.
SUPPORTING SPONSORS: Albany Med EmUrgent Care-Glenmont, Bennett Contracting, Inc., Bethlehem Central Teachers Association, CrossFit Spur, Delmar Marketplace & McCarroll’s Village Butcher, Four Corners Pharmacy, Gregory's Barbershop – Delmar, Lavelle & Finn, LLP, Mary Amodeo - Coldwell Banker Prime Properties, School’s Out, Inc., St. Thomas the Apostle Church, and Wild Bird Junction Backyard Nature Shoppe.
MEDIA SPONSORS: Our Towne Bethlehem and theSpot518
Stay up-to-date on event details by following pages on Twitter (@Bethlehem1stNgt) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/BethlehemFirstNight).
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Contact:
Robin Nagengast, Office of the Supervisor
518.439.4955 x1164
