View of Bethlehem Steel from Fahy Bridge.

I had a rather interesting Labor Day weekend. It was pleasantly relaxing, but surprisingly eventful, too. My extended weekend began with a walk around the South Side visiting the usual characters for a lively First Friday.

I snagged this pic from Tulum's Facebook profile.

Just last Friday evening I discovered a delish new restaurant spot in South Side Bethlehem. Nearly a month has passed since I moved into my new apartment and it’s fair to say I’ve done my share of exploring. You can catch up on your reading here and here.

I have officially lived in my new South Side Bethlehem apartment for one week. So far, so good! It’s taken me a few days to clean and settle in, but I think I’ve made progress especially in the decorating department. Although, I admit, I desperately need artwork to fill my blank walls.

Edwin Padilla (center) with Bubba Smith (right) wearing the hot dog man t-shirt. Photo by Alison Leigh.

There is something rather interesting going on in Bethlehem right now. No, it’s not the casino. No, a new boutique has not opened. But, in fact, a hot dog cart has stirred up quite a controversy among South Side business owners thus creating local media frenzy and an outpour of community support.