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Movies, Motorcycles, Chili Peppers and Art Saturday in Easton

We've got a "hectic" Saturday ahead of us in Easton.

Speaking to reporters Wednesday afternoon, Mayor Sal Panto called Saturday "the most hectic day in Easton."

There's quite a lot to do that day, so take a deep breath.

  1. The day begins with the Chili Pepper Festival at the Easton Farmers' Market, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Centre Square. Take part in the "10 Deadly Peppers" hot pepper eating contest, learn how to make your hot sauce, and shop for a variety of peppers.
  2. The inaugural Brad Fox/Joe Wargo Fallen Heroes Run, a charity motorcycle run in memory of two police officers killed in the line of duty, leaves from Larry Holmes Drive at 12:15 p.m. It's $10 to register plus another $5 for passengers, and an additional $5 for a buffet at Drinky's at the end of the run. About 700 bikers are expected to take part.
  3. Easton Main Street hosts the seventh annual Lafayette Day to welcome students and faculty from Lafayette College back to the city. There will be free food and meet and greets at a number of downtown businesses, including Nurture Nature from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. , the Grand Eastonian Hotel & Suites from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and an after party hosted by Rivals from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  4. The Riverside Festival of the Arts celebrates 17 years Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Held at the city's waterfront, this multi-arts event which showcases works by dozens of artists from around the region.
  5. Movies at the Mill returns for its fifth year, although at a new location. The annual film/food/music festival comes to Hugh Moore Park at 6 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit http://moviesatthemill.com/.
  6. Comedian Wanda Sykes plays at the State Theatre at 8 p.m.
Also this weekend: 
  • The School of Rock brings the music of Jane's Addiction to Rivals Friday at 7:30 p.m.
  • The Riverside Festival of the Arts continues Sunday along the waterfront from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Our Garage Space opens its new show, "Eleven," Friday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., featuring paintings and sculptures by Rachel Gorchov, Tyler Teles, Gabriel Franklin and Marlow Rodale.


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