Coexistence Corner

The Heidelberg 5K and the West End World of Food Festival

By Nate Feldman

A scenic area the race went through

Today, I participated in the Heidelberg 5K race, hosted by the Heidelberg Union Church, just outside of Slatington, PA.  The race went up and down hills in the very bucolic Northwestern part of Lehigh county.  The scenery was breathtaking, and I especially enjoyed the backdrop of Blue Mountain while I was running.  Because of its hilly nature, the race was a bit challenging in some spots, but I did well, finishing eighth overall and third in the men's 30-39 age group. 

Following the race, I spoke with members of the Kellyn Foundation, an organization which is seeking to promote healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle to people in the Lehigh Valley.  They were selling fruits and vegetables of all kinds, many locally grown.  They will be hosting Vegistock on October 12, 2019 from 11 AM-5 PM, for a day of promoting healthy food and entertainment for the entire family.

Allentown's West End lined with concession stands

From the race, I went to Allentown and attended the West End World of Food Festival, held between Liberty and 19th Streets.  The area was lined up with concession stands offering food of all sorts from a variety of countries.  There was also a stage with live music to entertain the crowd.  The festival is designed to attract people to Allentown's West End district and support local businesses.

While I was at the festival, I came across the Hava Java coffee shop on N. 19th Street and enjoyed a hot glass of Chai Tea.  The drink was delicious, and the atmosphere was very comforting. 

The inside of Hava Java