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Sports bars are great places to hang out with friends, drink a few brews and of course, watch your favorite teams in action. Allentown has plenty of sports bars with lots of TVs and delicious food. The next time you're in Allentown, be sure to visit one of these awesome sports bars! Copperhead Grille 1731 Airport Road At Copperhead Grille, you will enjoy a menu full of handmade dishes, signature sauces and classic recipes. They are known for their award winning wings, baby back ribs that fall of the bone and certified Angus burgers. For watching the games, their TVs and sound system have been set up strategically so you feel like you're right in the action. Check their website for weekly features and specials. Volpe's Sports Bar 1926 W Tilghman Street Volpe's is considered a local landmark in Allentown and has been a family owned bar since the 1940's. Not only can you watch games inside, you can now enjoy their new outdoor patio. If you feel like getting hands-on, play some classic bar games like darts, pool or pinball. Volpe's features 20 HD TVs and premium cigars available in their humidor. Choose from Volpe's selection of over 100 brands of beer to go. PJ Whelihan's Pub and Restaurant 4595 Broadway PJ's Pub was opened 20 years ago and is still going strong with their famous buffalo wings and full lunch and dinner menus. The bar has over 18 beers on tap and live music every Saturday from 8pm-11pm. PJ Whelihan's Pub is the perfect place to host your NFL Draft party. Grab your best buds and check out one of Allentown's sports bars the next time you're headed out to watch the big game!

Visiting a museum or going to the movies are good ways to relax. Sometimes you need to go beyond being a spectator and become part of the action. Whether it's creating your own work of art or riding a horse, it's important to engage in activities that spark creativity or introduce you to world's you've never explored. Here are a few great places in Allentown to enjoy a hands-on activity: PaintSome Pottery 4610 Broadway Perfect for bridal showers, girls night out, office parties, bachelorette parties, birthdays or a family day, PaintSome Pottery lets you paint your own pottery, which they then glaze and finish for you. No skills required, and the studio offers art camps, programs for scouts, and special classes for individuals of all ages who are interested in exploring their creative side. Reservations are necessary. The Da Vinci Science Center 3145 Hamilton Boulevard Kids will be having such a good time at the Da Vinci Science Center that they'll forget they are learning. The center promotes hands-on problem solving in the areas of math, technology and science. Over 200 interactive exhibits feature learning about science through inquiry. The center offers professional development for elementary teachers and after school laboratory programs. Flint Hill Farm Agricultural Educational Center 1922 Flint Hill Road Flint Hill Farm Agricultural Educational Center is so much more than a place for kids to pet animals. The farm offers bread and cheese making classes, horseback riding lessons and more. Flint Hill Farm sits on 28 acres of land and is the perfect place for birthday parties and group events. Come to Allentown and get your hands dirty with some fun and educational activities!

If you drive I78, you know we are surrounded by big trucks. During any given month, you can come across a wreck with a tractor trailer in the area. Lehigh Valley roadways are inundated with big rigs, and the projected increase has some crying foul and begging for a solution. The Morning Call recently published an article about the massive amount of tractor trailers and the bittersweet results of their presence. The Amount of Trucks will Increase Matt Assad, reporter for The Morning Call, reports the planning commission released a report stating the total weight of hauled goods through the area will increase to more than 80 billion lbs., which is double what it was just four years ago. The increase is the result of more than 90% of the goods moving out of the area, which is higher than the national average. The national average for the amount of goods shipped on a tractor trailer is only 70%. The 20% increase is due to the fact that consumers want their items sooner, usually the next day after purchase. This eliminates both rail and airplane travel. What is the Upside? Lehigh Valley is currently in the process of shifting from e-commerce to more manufacturing and distribution. What is the upside? More jobs for the locals, more revenue for the area, and a better overall quality of life for the citizens, sort of. Just 20 years ago, warehouses and distribution centers occupied only 12 million feet of space in the area, and now it is more than 40 million square feet, according to Assad. What is the Downside? Where are the facilities located? Route 22, I78, and Route 33, according to Assad, are the areas growing the fastest for warehouse and distribution. What that means for locals is the increased number of tractor trailers on the road. An increase means more congestion, limited living space, diminished air quality, and reduced affordable housing. What is the Answer? According to Assad, the planning commission agreed to establish a new Freight Movement Advisory Board to tackle the issues surrounding big rigs and their presence in the community. The board will make recommendations, and to consult with local industries and officials.

One way to keep ownership costs low is to have your Toyota serviced and maintained regularly. Toyota provides a recommendation schedule in the owner’s manual, and when the time approaches, the service team at Bennett Toyota will give you a call to schedule an appointment. Another way to reduce ownership costs is to avoid paying any money for the maintenance appointments. Toyota allows you to do so. Keep more cash in your pocket with the new ToyotaCare no-cost maintenance plan. What is ToyotaCare? As we said before, it is a free no-cost maintenance plan. Toyota extends the service to every new Toyota that drives off the lot. The plan covers you for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. In addition to regular service, the plan offers free roadside assistance for two years, regardless of the number of miles on the vehicle. What is included in the Service Plan? When you take your car in to the shop, ToyotaCare covers a regular oil change, a multi-point inspection, tire rotation, and fluid level inspection, which includes a top-off if necessary. The recommended Toyota maintenance schedule is as follows: Tires, fluids and inspection at six months or 5,000 miles All four services at 1 year or 10,000 miles Tires, fluids, and inspection at 18 months or 15,000 miles All four services at 2 years or 20,000 miles Tires, fluids, and inspection at 25,000 miles What is Covered with the Roadside Assistance Plan? Toyota’s Roadside Assistance begins on the day you purchase the vehicle. The service provides owners with fuel delivery, lockout services, tire change (with your own factory spare), towing and winching services. Roadside Assistance does not provide you with a brand new battery, replacement parts, new keys, or new tires. If the car does need to be towed, all service and parts will be taken care of by the service team, and the appropriate charges may apply. How to Schedule an Appointment To schedule an appointment, fill out an online form, use your Toyota owner’s app, stop by the dealership, or give us a call.

You don’t have to head to the Southwest to find amazing tacos. Many establishments in our town have exceptional tortilla creations. If you are in the mood for a Tex-Mex taco, a traditional Mexican taco, or a good ‘ol street taco, you can find them right here. Help us find the best tacos in the Allentown area. Cali Burrito Cali Burrito brings California flavor to PA with its vibrant menu. The taco joint is open Monday through Wednesday from 11 am to 8 pm, Thursday through Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm, and on Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm. Every week, the restaurant has a burrito of the week and a salsa of the week. The taco choices are The San Diego, The Sonoma, The Santa Barbara, The Santa Cruz, and The Zeda. The taco place is located on Hamilton Blvd. The average Google review is 4.5 stars out of five. La Placita Mexico La Placita is located on 12 th Street. The restaurant serves up authentic tacos, a variety of amazing sauces, and a plethora of Mexican dishes. You can either sit down to eat, or you can use the online ordering system. Remember to take cash with you, as the restaurant does not accept credit cards. The average Google rating is 4.6 stars out five, and the Yelp rating is 4.5 starts out of five. Diego’s Mexican Restaurant Diego’s is located on S. 4 th St. You can stop in for a bite to eat any day from 8 am to 8 pm. You can order three Mexican tacos for $6.99. The choices include steak, chicken, chorizo, salted meat, pork, spicy pork, and beef tongue. The average Google rating is 4.6 stars out of five. Sunset Grille If you are a fan of Tex-Mex, check out Sunset Grille on Ruppsville Rd. The restaurant is open Monday from 11 am to 10 pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 11 pm, Friday 11 am to midnight, Saturday from noon to midnight, and on Sunday from noon to 10 am. Feast on the Carne Asada Taco, the Sunset Soft Taco, the Sunset Hard Taco, or the Fish Taco. From where should we order our next tacos?

The Toyota Sequoia has a name that says it all. Sequoias are majestic and brawny—marvels worth gazing at. The Sequoia is the largest tree in North America, which means Toyota had to design an SUV worthy of the magnificent name. Experience the rugged yet agile 2015 Toyota Sequoia Limited today. Pricing the Sequoia Limited Your next Toyota Sequoia Limited on the lot is priced around $61,000. When it leaves the dealership, Toyota extends a no-cost maintenance plan for 24 months or 25,000 miles, and it backs the SUV with a warranty plan. The warranty offers basic coverage and paint coverage for three years or 36,000 miles, powertrain and corrosion coverage for 60 months, and roadside assistance for 24 months. Power and Performance The classy SUV is a solid performer. It holds its own when compared to pickups, and it far exceeds the performance of its competitors. The power is the product of a 5.7-liter V8 with 381 hp and 401 lb.-ft. of torque. The 4WD SUV averages an estimated 13/17 mpg, and it has a towing capacity of 7100 lbs. Toyota installed a hitch receiver with 4/7-pin connector and tow hooks. Sophisticated Styling Toyota outfitted the spacious SUV with a number of comfort and convenience features to make every ride enjoyable. A few amenities in the Sequoia include three-zone A/C, navigation, 6.1-inch touchscreen display, app connectivity, digital radio, leather upholstery, chrome accents and trims, third-row seating, DVD system, moonroof, Bluetooth®, backup camera, and a complete safety system.

The deals are rolling out, and the 2015 vehicles are ready to tackle your driving needs. If you need an SUV for the family or a new hybrid, do you research, take a few test drives, and consult the experts for buying advice. To help you out, Consumer Reports publishes its list of the best cars for 2015, and Toyota made the cut. Consumer Reports named the 2015 Highlander and the 2015 Prius on the 10 Top Picks of 2015 list. 2015 Toyota Highlander The top midsize SUV for 2015 is the 2015 Toyota Highlander. Consumer Reports gave the popular SUV a score of 84 out of 100. CR awarded the SUV with a perfect 5 out of 5 for reliability, and the site praised the Highlander for its redesign and driving features. The starting MSRP for the Toyota Highlander is $30,000 for the LE and it goes up to $41,000 for the Limited. Additional awards for 2015 Highlander include the US News and World Report 2015 Best 3-Row SUV for Families, 2015 KBB Best Buy Award, 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick+, and the NHTSA Overall 5-Star Safety Rating. 2015 Toyota Prius Toyota designed a complete collection of Prius models to suit your needs, your budget, and your lifestyle. During Consumer Reports grading, the Prius earned an overall 75 out of 100, and a 5 out of 5 for its reliability. The starting MSRP for the Prius is $25,000 for the TWO and it goes up to $31,000 for the FIVE, with models in between to accommodate your expectations. Additional awards for the 2015 Toyota Prius include the 2015 KBB Best Buy Award, 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award, and 2015 IntelliChoice Best Overall Value.

If it is time for a 4-legged companion, we encourage you to look at the rescues in the area. If you have ever rescued a pet, you know the bond is special and the experience is fulfilling. Not only are you enriching your life with a new pet, but you are literally saving the life of another being. Add a new member to your family by visiting an Allentown, PA area pet adoption event. PetSmart Charities PetSmart will be hosting two adoption events before the year ends. Visit your local PetSmart store to find your next dog or cat on September 11 th through 13 th, and on November 13 th through 15 th. Peaceable Kingdom Peaceable Kingdom is hosting a car wash at Tippy’s on Sunday August 16 th. The car wash runs from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. The cost for each car is $3. The shelter will be accepting food and donations, and while you are there, talk to a Peaceable Kingdom about the adoption process. On October 24 th, Peaceable Kingdom is hosting a donation drive at the Whitehall Public Library. You can drop off donations for the loved ones at the shelter. Peaceable Kingdom is located at 1049 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall. Give them a call at 610-432-2532 to talk about finding your next furry companion. Safe Haven Pet Rescue In the next few months, you can find a number of adoption events that are just a drive away. August 16 th, September 20 th, October 18 th, 11 am to 3 pm at Tractor Supply Mt. Pocono August 30 th and October 11 th, 11 am to 3 pm at Walmart in Mt. Pocono September 6 th, October 4 th, November 1 st, 11 am to 3 pm at Ace Hardware in Brodheadsville Local Adoption Organizations If you can’t wait to visit an event, any of the local societies would be happy to help you find a forever friend. Animals in Distress Lehigh County Humane Society Peaceable Kingdom Safe Haven Animal Rescue

If you have a family, you know the road trips, weekend travels, and even trips to the grocery store can be painful. We like to be entertained, so naturally, our children do too. If you want to entertain the family but you just don’t have the extra cash for a brand new vehicle, explore the pre-owned lot. Ask Allentown Toyota about the used cars with DVD systems. 2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring The CARFAX 1-owner 2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring is available for less than $13,000. Under the hood is a 3.7-liter V6 with an automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive drivetrain. The horsepower rating is 273 hp and the fuel economy rating is 15/21 mpg. Family-friendly features include a 6-speaker stereo system, leather steering wheel and upholstery, Bluetooth®, AM/FM radio, CD player, power hatch, homelink, rearview camera, blind-spot monitoring, and the DVD system. 2010 Cadillac DTS w/1SD You can own a Cadillac for less than $23K. The fiery red 2010 Cadillac DTS sedan shows off its 275 hp with a front-wheel-drive drivetrain and 4.6-liter V8. The luxurious family ride is equipped with leather seats, a premium 8-speaker audio system, AM/FM radio, DVD-based navigation with voice recognition, Bose® speakers, memory settings, three-zone climate control, ventilated seats, electric glass sunroof, cupholders, wood trim, and satellite radio. 2013 Toyota Tundra LTD Sometimes you just need a pickup. The pre-owned 2013 Toyota Tundra LTD pickup is priced below $45K, it has fewer than 12,000 miles on it, and it is a CARFAX 1-owner, Toyota Certified pickup. The 5.7-liter V8 creates 381 hp and 401 lb.-ft. of torque. The estimated fuel economy rating for the 4WD pickup is 13/17 mpg. Installed features comforts include a power moonroof, voice-activated DVD system, memory package, dual-zone A/C, 12 speakers, Bluetooth® and satellite radio.

We still love playing the mud. Just because we have grown out of Tonka trucks and holes in the knees of our jeans, it doesn’t mean we don’t enjoy a good mud puddle every now and then. If you like to go outdoors, you will encounter mounds of mud as well. We want to help you drive in the mud and recover if things get a little mushy. Toyota near Emmaus has tips for driving in the mud. Don’t Get Stuck Practice mud-smart driving to prevent your vehicle from becoming stuck in the muck: Do not try to baja through the mud in a 2-wheel-drive vehicle. If you are purposely driving in the mud or traveling off the beaten path, use 4-wheel drive. When you enter the mud, you should be in 4-low. Engage 4WD before you get in so you don’t have to stop and engage it later. You might not recover. Do not play in the mud or go off-road without telling someone where you are going, or better yet, without someone with you. If you get stuck, you will need someone to help you get out or get help. Reduce your wheels’ tire pressure if you plan to drive in muddy conditions. Do not gun-it, but don’t stop either. You need to keep the drive slow, controlled and steady. Too much throttle with dig a rut and you will get stick. When you go through other people’s lines, avoid ruts. If you are with a crew, watch others go through first before you trudge through. Let the others stuck first or forge a path. When you proceed through, keep the wheels as straight as possible. What to do if you are Stuck For goodness sakes, get off the throttle, man! Aggressive, panicked acceleration will get just dig a deeper hole. You WILL NOT get traction this way. Try these tips: Try to proceed slowly. If you cannot proceed forward, try backing up. If you are using a manual transmission, shift into a higher gear and slowly ease off the clutch. Automatic drivers should put the car in the lowest gear before trying to creep out. Use a board, branches, blanket underneath the tires to improve traction. Get dry dirt or rocks from the side of the road and place it under the tires to improve traction. If all else fails, call your buddy with a bigger truck and a winch.

Car and Driver Magazine released its list of its Editors’ Choice picks for 2015, and Toyota received recognition. In fact, its popular pickup, the Toyota Tacoma, is the only pickup in the Mid-Size class to receive the prestigious accolade. Check out the 2015 Toyota Tacoma, a Car and Driver Editors’ Choice 2015, at Macungie area Toyota. Price and Warranty Coverage The starting MSRP for the Toyota Tacoma pickup on the lot is $22,045 for the base model with an access cab, 4-cylinder and manual transmission. The V6 version with an access cab and 4WD drivetrain starts at $32,475. The double cab with the V6, manual, and 4WD drivetrain is just shy of $33K. If you prefer the double cab with an automatic and V6, the starting MSRP is closer to $37K. KBB awarded the Tacoma with a 2015 Best Resale Value Award.   Toyota backs every new Toyota Tacoma pickup with an impressive warranty. Driving confidence is achieved with backup from the 36-month/36,000-mile basic warranty, 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, and roadside assistance coverage for 24 months or 25,000 miles. Toyota includes full service for 2 years or 2,000 miles. Powertrain Options The standard 2.7-liter inline-4 powers up 159 hp and 180 lb.-ft. of torque. The manual versions average 21/25 mpg for the 2WD and 18/21 for the 4WD. If you prefer the ease of an automatic, the fuel economy rating is 18/21 mpg 4WD and 19/24 mpg 2WD.   The 4.0-liter V6 produces 236 hp at 5200 RPM and 266 lb.-ft. of torque at 4000 RPM. The estimated fuel economy rating for the 2WD manual is 16/21 mpg and 16/19 mpg for the 4WD. The automatic 2WD averages 17/21 mpg and the 4WD averages 16/21 mpg.

The Toyota Prius does more than protect the environment and your budget; it protects you and your passengers. In 2015, the IIHS awarded the hybrid with the exclusive 2015 Top Safety Pick+ Award, and the NHTSA awarded the Prius with an Overall 4-Star Safety Rating. What makes the Prius such a safe choice? Whitehall area Toyota has a rundown of the safety features in the 2015 Toyota Prius. Pricing your Next Prius The dealership is loaded to the gills with Prius models, but they won’t stick around long. The most desired hybrid in America is going fast, thanks to the low prices and exceptional fuel economy ratings. The price for the 2015 Toyota Prius Two starts at $25,250. The Prius Three kicks off at $28,315. The Prius Four rounds out the collection with a starting MSRP around $30K. Earning a 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Title The IIHS takes safety seriously, and each year the Institute challenged the automakers to make cars safer in crashworthiness evaluations. Toyota always excel year after year. The Toyota Prius earned good ratings in four crashworthiness tests and an acceptable rating in the small overlap front scenario. Toyota Prius models with front-crash prevention systems earned an advanced rating for the system. Safety Features in the 2015 Toyota Prius Standard safety features in the Toyota Prius Two include Toyota’s Star Safety System™, LATCH system, advanced airbag system, knee airbag, proximity notification feature, hill start assist, and tire pressure monitoring. The Prius Four adds both Safety Connect® and Head-Up Display as package options.