Moving to Bethlehem, PA - Christmas City USA

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is a part of the Lehigh Valley which includes the cities of Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton, PA. Though the metropolitan area has a population of approximately 820,000, Bethlehem’s population is near 75,000.

And here’s a bit of trivia: Bethlehem was actually named after the the city of Bethlehem in Judea, where Jesus was born. In fact, it’s appropriately called “Christmas City,” because of its Christmas traditions and celebrations. 

What Newcomers to Bethlehem can Expect:

The Weather in Bethlehem
Temperatures in Bethlehem average 70°F in the summers and 30°F during the winter months. The warmest and highest rainfall month of the year occurs in July and the coldest month is in January. Pack your winter weather attire, because the average yearly  precipitation in Bethlehem is 44”, of which 31” is snowfall.

City Parks of Bethlehem
Bethlehem has 39 parks including the following:

• Saucon Park - 1200 Williams St.
• Sell Field - Rodgers & Lewis St.
• Northdale - Lansdale Avenue
• Beth-Allen Park - 2115 Allwood Dr.
• Rose Garden Park - 8th Ave. & Union Blvd.
• Monocacy - Illick’s Mill Rd. (dog park, skate rink)
• Bethlehem Golf Club - 400 Illicks Road

Education in Bethlehem

• Bethlehem Area School District - two High Schools, four Middle Schools, and sixteen Elementary Schools with enrollment of over 15,000.
• Moravian Academy - Pre-K through Grade 12 college preparatory school.
• Lehigh University - premier residential research university.
• Moravian College - America’s sixth oldest college, offering liberal arts education
• Northampton Community College -  offering almost 100 degrees and certificates in many diverse fields

Bethlehem Library

• Bethlehem Area Public Library

Medical Care in Bethlehem

• Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg - 2545 Schoenersville Road
• St. Luke’s Hospital - Bethlehem Campus - 801 Ostrum Street
• Coordinated Health Orthopedic Hospital - 2300 Highland Avenue

Best Restaurants in Bethlehem

• Blue Sky Cafe
• Goosey Gander Caterer & Deli
• Vegan Treats
• Olive Branch - Middle Eastern cuisine
• Johnny’s Drive In
• Nawab Indian Restaurant
• Tulum Mexican Restaurant

Helpful Resources for Newcomers Moving to Bethlehem, PA

City of Bethlehem
Bethlehem DMV
Change of Address
Bethlehem Water & Sewer Dept.
Pennsylvania Power & Light Co.
Parks & Recreation Guide

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