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The Lehigh Valley Gifts Local

Our unique small business community is a true gift that is worth celebrating. Each and every independent retailer in this guide has overcome incredible challenges as they’ve continued to fill the streets of the Lehigh Valley with inspiring and thoughtful goods…

Get to Know Bloc Dispensary

Bloc Dispensary is a collective of cannabis enthusiasts on a mission to make people feel good. They’ve developed unique dispensary concepts that stock a range of best in class cannabis products, coupled with unparalleled customer service.

Barbara Kavchok: Bridal for the love of fashion.

There's a couture secret in the heart of Bethlehem, but, says fashion designer and owner Barbara Kavchok, “it doesn’t have to be a secret anymore.” Barbara Kavchok’s bridal gowns may be available at boutiques around the world…

Fresh Face: Bloc Dispensary

“It's a combination of everything,” says Darin Carpenter, CEO of Justice Cannabis Co. (formerly known as Justice Grown), the parent company bringing cannabis dispensary Bloc Dispensary to Bethlehem. He’s talking about the philosophy that drives the business: creating dispensaries as inclusive community cornerstones…

Shop Local, Shop Small (even online!)

Skip the big-box stores this year! Click over to a few of the businesses on this list a few things you love. Share the link with friends. Then visit safely in person or shop online this holiday season…

Fresh Face: LEARKE

"We would just walk around and meet up and have coffee,” says Nella Panella, co-owner, with Molly Godfrey, of eclectic Easton shop LEARKE, “and talk about what buildings we had crushes on, and how we’re going to get involved in the community…

Fresh Face: NuHouse

Feel at home at the NuHouse! A spa for body, mind, and soul-connected healing and repair.

Fresh Figs Delivered to You

Designed and produced four times a year, Fig Lehigh Valley magazine is filled with the latest in Lehigh Valley including local shopping, dining, arts, events, and community.