ALLENTOWN, PA – November 14, 2025 – Today, Sen. Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton), alongside Representative Mike Schlossberg (D-Lehigh), and Beverly Gruber, Chairwoman and CEO of the Lehigh County Agricultural Society, held a ribbon cutting of new ADA-accessible doors, floor renovations, and bleachers at Allentown Fairgrounds and Farmers Market. This was made possible through a $250,000 grant from the American Rescue Plan Act, secured by Senator Miller and Representative Schlossberg to facilitate these improvements. In addition, Senator Miller’s office held complimentary office hours to assist residents with any state or local related questions.
“The Allentown Fairgrounds and Farmers Market are true Lehigh Valley staples,” said Senator Nick Miller. “My first job was here at this market, and it taught me the value of having fresh, local food right in your neighborhood. These renovations were long overdue, and I’m proud to have worked with Representative Schlossberg to secure this $250,000 grant to ensure the Allentown Fairgrounds and Farmers Market remain accessible and welcoming to everyone.”
“The Allentown Fairgrounds is truly an icon of the Lehigh Valley, and the Allentown Farmers Market is a destination for thousands of people each week, including seniors who can walk a couple of blocks to buy fresh food,” said Representative Mike Schlossberg. “It was a pleasure to work with Senator Miller to secure the funds that will help make it possible for people to continue to access this important community space.”
“We are incredibly grateful for this funding support,” said Beverly Gruber, chairwoman and CEO of the Lehigh County Agricultural Society, the nonprofit that oversees the fairgrounds and the fair. “It has allowed us to complete long-planned improvements, including ADA-accessible doors and updated flooring in the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market, and it supports future investments like movable bleachers for our events. These upgrades are essential to keeping our facilities welcoming and accessible for our community.”
Attendees:
Senator Nick Miller, 14th District State Senator
Representative Mike Schlossberg, 132nd District
Beverly Gruber, Chairwoman and CEO of the Lehigh County Agricultural Society
The full press event can be found on Senator Miller’s website.