Bethlehem, pa.
Platz comes from the German phrase for “place.”
This yr, there might be not less than one new platz on the map: Soberpatz.
69 Information reported for the primary time in December that Artsquest was contemplating making a sober area.
“A sober area in Musikfest would assist promote inclusion inside our group and mirror our mission and objective,” stated an artsquest spokesman at the moment. “We proceed engaged on the main points and the adjustment of a sober area of Musikfest and we’re collaborating with a number of individuals and corporations to completely activate this area.”
Now, Artsquest has confirmed to 69 information that Soberpatz is occurring. Extra particulars might be revealed within the coming weeks.
In December, the president of the County Council of Northampton, Lori Vargo Heffner, proposed a decision to switch $ 10,000 of the County Contingency Fund to Artsquest to assist cowl the price of establishing the area.
The Council permitted the decision, which is able to assist pay a tent, tables, presidents and workers in the course of the 10 -day occasion in Bethlehem.
Vargo Heffner informed 69 Information on Friday that he’s delighted that the sober area is turning into a actuality in Musikfest: “This actually opens alternatives for individuals within the restoration group. It’s purported to be about music, however many individuals make you drink and folks attempting to chorus can really feel intimidated to go.”
Musikfest 2025 extends from August 1 to 10.