Ben Youngerman
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Ben Youngerman

Ben Youngerman (he/him/his) is a freelance contributor to Discover Lehigh Valley®. The Parkland grad is best known as Lehigh Valley Phantoms arena host “Bow Tie Ben.” Ben also runs Molten Metal Media, a social media agency for small businesses. Previous work experience includes ArtsQuest, L.V. IronPigs, and 99.9 The Hawk. Ben is a proud graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, where he served as mascot “Otto the Orange.” He likes Philly sports, heavy metal, and performing comedy. Connect with him on LinkedIn with any social media and writing opportunities. 

Ice Skating in Lehigh Valley

Discover your inner ice skater in Lehigh Valley, PA! Whether you’re looking for fun family time, an active night out with friends, the perfect date spot, training to become the next Olympian, or just want some epic photos for your Instagram, there’s an ice rink for you. So lace up and visit these…

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Search for Lehigh Valley's Best Ciders

In a Lehigh Valley full of award-winning breweries, wineries, and distilleries, don’t overlook the area’s equally awesome cideries! With varieties from dry to sweet, and locations from rural to urban, you’ll discover the taste and atmosphere you’re searching for. With so many taps to choose from at…

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Search for Lehigh Valley's Best IPAs

Hoppy. Fruity. Malty. Bitter. Dank. Boozey. Delicious. IPAs take up lots of space on the “On Tap” chalkboards across Lehigh Valley due to their popularity and broad beer profile. With so many sub-styles of IPAs, it’s unfair to your taste buds to think they’re all the same. With the goal of visiting…

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Now Spinning: The Best Record Stores in Lehigh Valley

We may live in the digital age, but buying physical music is back in style! According to Variety , “The resurgence in vinyl records continued for the 15th consecutive year, as revenues grew 61% to $1.0 billion in 2021. The last time vinyl records exceeded $1 billion was 1986.” Why? Everyone has…

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Search for Lehigh Valley's Best Pumpkin Beers

If fall in Lehigh Valley wasn’t awesome enough, the region’s award-winning breweries are flowing with seasonal suds! While “pumpkin spice” is in everything edible nowadays, actual pumpkin beers date back to colonial America, so this isn’t just some trend. From mild to malty. From sweet to sour…

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6 Coolest 6-String Guitars in the Martin Guitar Museum

One of the world’s greatest collections of guitars is right here in Lehigh Valley at the Martin Guitar Factory, Museum, and Visitors Center! More than 100 priceless guitars are behind glass, including stage-used instruments from music legends, one-of-a-kind works of art, and models from every era of…

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Famous Martin Guitar Players: Past & Present

For nearly 200 years, Martin Guitar has been making music history (literally), right here in Lehigh Valley! Since Christian Frederick Martin started the company in 1833, the greatest artists of every generation have recorded their most iconic songs and played their most memorable shows with Martin…

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