This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley December 12-22, 2018 This is just a sampling of events this week. For many more events, go to www.VisitCentralPA.org and click on “Events”
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
December 12-15: Events at the Community Arts Center Dec. 12: The Beach Boys Christmas Tour- Celebrate the Holidays with the The Beach Boys as they perform songs from their 1964 Beach Boys Christmas Album with songs like “Little Saint Nick” and “Merry Christmas Baby” along with all of their memorable hits including songs like; “Fun Fun Fun”, “Surfin’ USA” and “Good Vibrations”. A CD copy of Mike Love’s forthcoming album, Reason for The Season, is included with every ticket for this show. Dec. 15: Williamsport Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Gatherings- Celebrate the Holidays with joy as the WSO and special guests, “Revamped Duo” perform Christmas Oratorio: “Jauchzet, frohlocket,” Bach; “Winter” from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons; “Czardas” by Monti; Nutcracker Suite, Tchaikovsky; Jerusalem of Gold, Naomi Shemer; and Sleigh Ride, Leroy Anderson. Once again, we will feature the young artist competition winner and will close the program with the traditional Christmas “singalong.” www.CACLive.com Williamsport
December 12-22: Showing this Week at Your Campus Theatre Can You Ever Forgive Me? (12/12-13) Melissa McCarthy stars as a best-selling celebrity biographer (and cat lover) who finds herself unable to get published. She turns her art form to deception, abetted by her loyal friend Jack. Boy Erased (12/14-20)- "Boy Erased" is the true story of one young man's struggle to find himself while being forced to question every aspect of his identity after being outed to his parents and faced with an ultimatum: attend a conversion therapy program - or be permanently exiled and shunned by his family, friends, and faith. Free Holiday Film Series: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town and Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (12/15) and Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer & A Charlie Brown Christmas (12/16). For film information and times visit www.CampusTheatre.org. Lewisburg
December 15-16: Buffalo Valley Singers Christmas Concert: “An Angelic Christmas The Buffalo Valley Singers will present a Christmas concert on Dec. 15 at 7:30pm and Dec. 16 at 3:00pm at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1050 Buffalo Road. Director Connie-Pawling Young and accompanist Brett Hosterman will lead the concert of favorite sacred Christmas pieces. Admission is $5.00 for adults. There is no charge for children 12 and under. www.BuffaloValleySingers.org Lewisburg
December 13-20: Performances at the Community Theatre League Dec. 13-16: A Christmas Story: The Musical- In the 1940s in a small Indiana town, 9-year-old Ralphie Parker is on a quest to receive the ultimate Christmas present – an official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle! As Ralphie schemes up ways to get this coveted gift, he is spurned at every turn, including by the big man in red himself. Save the date: Holiday Jazz with the WCJO Dec. 20- The Williamsport City Jazz Orchestra returns to the CTL mainstage for another round of holiday tunes with a jazzy spin and special guests, the Vocal Jazz Quartet! www.CTLShows.com Williamsport
December 13-29: BTE Presents the Wizard of Oz Click your heels together three times and join us for a whimsical journey as we bring this beloved musical to our stage! When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy and her dog, Toto, are whisked away to the magical land of Oz. With help from a Scarecrow, a Tin Man, and a Cowardly Lion, they dodge witches and talking apple trees in search of the powerful wizard. Whether you’re new to the yellow brick road or a long-time traveler, join in the fun that will leave you saying, "There's no place like BTE, there's no place like BTE." www.BTE.org Bloomsburg
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ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS
Now-January 4: 5th Annual "Cash & Carry" Show at the Exchange The fifth annual "Cash & Carry" show has attracted almost 420 pieces by more than 150 artists, and we have sold more than 70 pieces so far -- but that means that we have almost 350 still here that YOU can buy for holiday giving. At between $10 and $50, these original artworks make the perfect gifts for everyone on your list (even the naughty ones: Nothing shows a little forgiveness like a gift of art!). We will host a second reception for the show on Friday, the 21st of December from 5-8 p.m., and we think it apt to dub it "Last Chance Shopping". In addition to the artwork, we'll have refreshments and live music-- a great way to spend the first evening of the winter! www.ExchangeArts.org Bloomsburg
Now-January 2: Corning Museum of Glass Events Glass Wonderland (Now-1/2/19) Celebrate the season of sparkle and shine with an abundance of holiday- related activities and offerings at The Corning Museum of Glass. 2300°: December (12/20) Add one more holiday party to your list! Join us on Dec. 20 for a night of festive fun and revelry complete with live hot glassmaking, great food & drink, and live music by Eli Paperboy Reed (soul, blues, and pop). 2300° Museum Shops Sale allow you to take 23% off your purchase in the Museum Shops. www.CMOG.org Corning, NY
Now-February 3: Samek Art Museum Exhibit: Women’s Work On exhibit in the Downtown Gallery, Women’s Work is an exhibition that reexamines the traditional power structures found in classical tales, and featuring contemporary illustrations from Antigonick, the first-year common reading for Bucknell’s class of 2020. Along with questioning the values traditionally placed on women’s work, viewers will leave with a new understanding of what a book can be. http://museum.bucknell.edu/ Lewisburg
Now-February 24: Surrealism Exhibit at the Milton Art Bank SURREALISM, an exhibit of European and American Surrealist works from private collections, will be on display as well as a Surrealist Kunstkabinnett filled with curiosities and antiques from around the world. Founded by Brice Brown and housed in a converted 19th century bank, Milton Art Bank (MAB) is an artist-run experiment and space for creative inquiry. Through exhibitions, performances, and other creative interventions, MAB encourages curious dialogue and engaged participation as a way for people to become active agents of positive change in their community. Milton Art Bank https://miltonartbank.com/ Milton
FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN!
December 12-22: Bloomsburg Children’s Museum Programming Enriching the lives of people in the region, the Bloomsburg Children’s Museum fosters a lifelong love of learning through enjoyable interactive programs and 50 hands-on exhibits, games, and activities that bring out the imagination in every child and the child in every visitor. Special programs include iMAKE-Laser Cut Ornaments (12/13) and Penguin Art & Snowball Fight (12/20); Susquehanna Art Museum’s VanGo (12/15)- This museum on wheels brings original works of art! Join us for an innovative cultural arts program that
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connects the visual arts and academics while providing an exciting, engaging, and educational experience for all ages! Music Together Demo Class (12/21). Bloomsburg Children's Museum http://the-childrens- museum.org Bloomsburg
December 12-22: Union County Library Events The Union County Libraries offer special and ongoing programs for adults and children. Programs this week include game nights; book clubs; movie nights; Baby, Toddler & Preschool Discover programs; Zen Meditation workshops; ASL & Spanish language classes, and arts & crafts workshops. Special activities include Get Together and Gift-Wrapping Party (12/13)- Wrap your gifts in good company while your kids are entertained with Lego night. Bring wrapping paper to swap and share. The library provides scissors, tape, bows, and more. For adults and teens. Meet Libby from Overdrive (12/17)- Read anytime, anywhere. Borrow ebooks and audiobooks 24/7 with Libby from Overdrive. Learn how to download the Libby app, register on the app, search for titles, and download & enjoy books! Find complete details and locations for these plus many more events at www.UnionCountyLibraries.org
December 12-31: Lewisburg Children's Museum (LCM) Upcoming Events Special activities include Celebrations of Light (12/15)- Learn about the different ways that people in our community and around the world celebrate the holidays! Gingerbread House Design Challenge (12/16). Pop@the LCM: Winter Wonderland (12/21)- Celebrate the first day of winter and make a winter-themed snow globe. Kidz in the Kitchen: Cookie Decorating (12/22). New Year's Celebration Slime (12/19). LCM’s 3rd Annual New Year’s Eve Party (12/31) Celebrate with food, drinks, dancing, photo booth, and crafts - all London themed! Celebrate Big Ben ringing in "Midnight" London time! The Lewisburg Children's Museum delivers hands-on, enriching educational experiences for learning, imagination, and play. Lewisburg Children’s Museum https://www.lewisburgchildrensmuseum.org/ Lewisburg
December 15-30: Milton Model Train Museum Open House The Milton Model Train Museum is a place for the young and young at heart to enjoy a 20’ x 60’ foot layout depicting the town of Milton in the 1950's plus other fictional settings, many operating O-Gauge trains, and interactive action scenes. Free admission. Presented by T.I.M.E. & the Milton Moose Family Center at 139 S. Front Street. Sat. and Sun. 1-5pm. Milton Model Train Museum www.VisitMiltonPA.org/model-train-museum Milton
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
December 13-23: Holiday Events at Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village Dec. 12: Holiday Open House and Toy Drive Event- 2:00-4:00pm- Bring an unwrapped toy to donate to Diakon Adoption & Foster Care. Holiday hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served throughout the event. 2 and 3 pm - Gingerbread decorating demonstration and contest. Personal tours available all day. Dec. 13: Holiday Parade of Homes- 1:00 pm Come see our new homes, decorated for the holidays, and pick up Christmas cookies along the way. You'll be transported by bus and gather tasty cookies to take home at the end of the ride. Dec. 23: Screening of It's A Wonderful Life- 4:00 pm. Join us for a special screening of a favorite holiday classic, It's a Wonderful Life, starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed at Campus Theatre. Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village Events https://www.diakonseniorliving.org/communities/buffalo-valley- lutheran-village/events Lewisburg
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December 12-29: Rediscover Shamokin for the Holidays Dec. 12: Sounds of the Season Concert 7:00 PM- The Anthracite Symphonic Band presents “Christmas Around the World” at the Arts Center. Dec. 17: Pet Photos with Santa. Make sure to visit the amazing Lower Anthracite Model Railroad Club Museum which will be open Saturdays, Dec. 15, 22 & 29 from 1-7pm and Wed., Dec. 26 from 2-6pm. Look for information about Shamokin Shopping and Foodies Passport Program. For more information visit Rediscover Shamokin! http://www.visitcentralpa.org/events/holiday- happenings/rediscover-shamokin-for-the-holidays Shamokin
December 13-15: Mifflinburg Christkindl Market Mifflinburg's version of an authentic Christmas Market, inspired by the 700-year-old traditional German Christkindl Market, or Christ Child Market, is a magical event with festive outdoor huts featuring unique handmade crafts and traditional Christkindl treats. This family event features over 100 craft vendors, continuous entertainment for children and adults, traditional German foods and American favorites, a live nativity, marionette shows, a 12-foot roving nutcracker, decorations, parades, Elf School, music, children's lantern parade, carriage rides, a Nutcracker presentation and St. Nicholas. Market St., downtown Mifflinburg. https://www.oldchristkindl.com/
December 13-16: Buffalo Valley Recreation Authority (BVRA) Holiday Events BVRA is excited to announce a variety of upcoming holiday events for the whole family. Dec. 13-14: Santa Visits- 5-7 PM Santa will be at the Warming House for Fireside Chats. Children are invited to visit with Santa, get a photo taken, and enjoy s’mores and hot cocoa. The event is free and open to the public. The Warming House is located at 250 Saint Lawrence Street. Dec. 16: Frosty Frenzy- Frosty Frenzy will return to the Cellars at Brookpark for this annual winter holiday carnival for kids under 11 with games, crafts, and activities. Santa and his holiday friends will be available for photos. Last year the event sold out, so two entry times of either 3pm or 4:30pm are available this year. Tickets are $5 per child and are available online at www.bvrec.org/frosty-frenzy/. For more information on BVRA programs visit www.bvrec.org. Lewisburg
December 13-22: Holidays at the Elias Center for Performing Arts Dec. 13-15: Winterfest- While enjoying Christkindl, take a break and stop by the historic 1806 Elias Church & Center for Performing Arts. MHRA invites you to stop by the heated Elias Center for a warm hot toddy, coffee, or cocoa. While warming up, shop with local “Made in Mifflinburg” merchants, enjoy live acoustic music, and conversation with friends, old & new! Dec. 22: Christmas in the Parlor- Favorite local musicians, Kj Reimensnyder Wagner, Larry Lawson, Kimbo Reichley, Tom & Jina Rosencrantz and Tom Fladmark perform holiday tunes and carols. Adults: $10. Children under 12 are free. http://www.mifflinburgpa.com/ Mifflinburg
December 14-16: Holiday Train Display at the Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Center Bring the kids to see a free model train display at the Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau, Route 15 and Hafer Road, next to Country Cupboard in Lewisburg. The Loose Ties Model Railroad Club will install the display which will be open to the public Dec. 14-16, Fri. & Sat., 8:30am - 8:30pm and Sun., 8:30am - 3pm. Drawings will be held for two model train set giveaways. Admission is free. For directions, or more information, please call 1-800-525-7320 or visit Holiday Train Display. http://www.visitcentralpa.org/events/holiday- happenings/holiday-train-display-at-the-susquehanna-river-valley-visitors-bureau Lewisburg
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This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley December 12-22, 2018 This is just a sampling of events this week. For many more events, go to www.VisitCentralPA.org and click on “Events”
December 14-22: Danville Holiday Family Fun December 14-22: Santa Visits in Danville- Visit with Santa in his Christmas Cottage to tell him everything on your wish list this Christmas! Fri., 6-8pm, Sat., 12-3pm. Dec. 14-16: Danville Hometown Holiday Celebration- a weekend full of holiday festivities for the entire family- look for downtown shopping & gift wrapping, artists in residence, carriage rides, Santa visits, sidewalk cocoa stations & wine tastings, children's parade and activities, fire pit & music in the park. In addition to all the downtown events, The English Garden https://www.facebook.com/EnglishGardenPA/ will have some fun reasons to cross the bridge to Riverside! For these and more fun events in Danville check Facebook: Danville Business Alliance www.facebook.com/DanvilleBusinessAlliance/ Danville
December 15: Santa to Visit Hoopla's Xtreme Family Fun 1:00-4:00 PM Santa will be stopping at Hoopla's Xtreme for a day of Christmas FUN! Meet Santa! Enter a Coloring Contest! Win Christmas Prizes! https://www.hooplas.com/ Shamokin Dam
December 15 & 22: Milton Santa House Santa is making the rounds across the Susquehanna River Valley and now has a home away from the North Pole in Milton. Santa will visit his Milton stop on Saturday mornings from 9am to 1pm, Dec. 15, and 22. Santa's Milton House is located adjacent to the Coup Agency at the former Capitol Theatre site. Milton
December 15-23: FREE Holiday Movies at the Campus Theatre The 2018 FREE Holiday Film Series continues with How the Grinch Stole Christmas & Santa Claus Is Coming to Town (12/15), Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer & A Charlie Brown Christmas (12/16), The Year Without a Santa Claus & Frosty the Snowman (12/22), It's A Wonderful Life (12/23). For film information and times visit www.CampusTheatre.org. Lewisburg
December 15-31: Lewisburg's Miracle on Market Street Dec. 15 – Breakfast with the Grinch & free movie at the Campus Theatre- The Lewisburg Sunset Rotary Club presents the 10th Annual Pancake and Sausage Breakfast with The Grinch! 8-11am at the Lewisburg Club. Price: 3 & under (free), ages 4-12 ($4.00), adults ($6.00). Enjoy a pancake breakfast and pancake toppings bar with chocolate chips, caramel, whipped cream & more! The Grinch Movie will be showing all morning, plus there will be Grinch coloring pages and activities for children to enjoy. Advance tickets available at: Coldwell Banker Penn One Real Estate and the UPS Store at Penn House Commons. Then head to the Campus Theatre at 2 pm for a FREE showing of the original Boris Karloff “Grinch” movie, plus a second feature: “Santa Claus is Coming Town!” Bring a canned good donation please. Dec. 15 – “A Lewisburg Victorian Nutcracker” - presented by RiverStage and Strictly Ballet. Dec. 21 – Last Minute Shoppers Night- Stores open late! Dec. 22 – Santa visits the Campus Theatre- with a bike giveaway and free holiday movie. Dec. 31: New Year’s Celebration- Ring in the new year at the Lewisburg Children’s Museum London-Style. Miracle on Market Street http://www.visitcentralpa.org/events/holiday-happenings/miracle-on-market-street-0
Now-January 19: Events at the Taber Museum Now-Jan. 19: Skates, Sleds, Sleighs and Stockings: a Taber Holiday Exhibit- a display of 19th & 20th century ice skates, children’s sleds, sleighs and Christmas stockings Dec. 7: Opening of holiday exhibit with Hors d’oeuvres & refreshments. Dec. 13: Taber Museum Coffee Hour: “Joy to the Socks" a presentation about the home front effort during World War I and the invention of the Sock-Knitting Machine plus a Williamsport Music Club performance of songs of socks and stockings. www.TaberMuseum.org Williamsport
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IN-STORE PROMOTIONS AND SALES
December 17: Men's Shopping Night at Star Hollow Candle Co. 5:00 PM She's made her list, checked it twice, and now it's your turn! Guy's Shopping Night at Star Hollow Candle Company. Gift wrapping available- enjoy a cold beer, snacks and appetizers while we wrap your purchase. Also redeem your Holiday Shop Local passport for a free candle with every purchase over $10. https://www.starhollow.com/ Middleburg
Now-December 29: Christmas at World of Little League Museum & Store Holiday Shop Local - During the month of December, the World of Little League Museum is joining with businesses across the Susquehanna River Valley in the Holiday Shop Local campaign. The Museum is offering 10 percent off a purchase of $30 or more. Throughout the upcoming holiday season, the museum will be open from 9am-5pm daily, except for Dec. 24, 25, 31, and Jan. 1. Contact the museum (570-326-3607) or check Facebook Facebook.com/LittleLeagueMuseum for updates on store specials, weather alerts, and more. South Williamsport
Now-December 31: Ponduce Farms Winter Wonderland, Tree Farm & Santa Breakfasts Come to Ponduce Farm’s Winter Wonderland! Pick the perfect Christmas tree. Visit the festive gift shop & market, open 10 AM to 7 PM daily until December 23, and find that perfect holiday gift, homemade wreath, or seasonal baked treat...we know you've been craving our sugar cookies and donuts! And enjoy home-cooked goodness in the Farm Restaurant! Holiday Shop Local Discount-now until Dec. 31, save 10% off your purchase at Ponduce Farms. Ponduce Farms is a family owned and operated tree farm with 100 acres of Douglas Fir trees. We make four varieties of wreaths in ten sizes, as well as garland, shaped wreaths, grave blankets, swags and centerpieces. Would you like to design your own holiday wreath? Ponduce Farms will help you custom design your wreath! www.PonduceFarms.com Elysburg
Now-December 31: Salty & Baked Holiday Cookie Dough Sales! Just in time for holiday baking (until the end of 2018) you can buy pre-portioned Salty & Baked cookies (and pretzels) to bake in your home! Salty & Baked has been offering handcrafted, homemade treats since 2016. Whether celebrating a birthday, promotion, or gathering with friends and family, Salty & Baked has the right treat! Specialties include soft pretzels, over-sized cookies and truffles, in addition to customized baked goods. Online ordering only with free delivery to the Lewisburg area. https://www.saltyandbaked.com/
Now-January 31: Elizabeth’s An American Bistro Winter Can Drive Elizabeth’s An American Bistro is hosting a canned food drive for FREE Desserts! Help reach the goal to collect over 500 cans for the Eastern Union County Supplemental Food Bank to end hunger! Bring in 3 cans & receive a free dessert with the purchase of an entree. Hours: Wed. to Sat. Lunch 11:30am-2pm & dinner 5-9pm. Don’t forget to make reservations now for your New Year’s Eve celebrating. Also, register now for Elizabeth’s Cooking Class on Jan. 22. Join Chef Melissa & Chef Cy in a hands-on cooking class putting an Elizabeth's twist on some of your favorite game day classics- lamb meatballs, sesame chicken bites, calzones & more! Call to reserve your spot & send or drop off $48 check or cash. www.elizabethsbistro.com Lewisburg
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WINERY & BREWERY EVENTS
December 13 & 15: Events at Whispering Oaks Vineyard It's time for HOLIDAY FUN! Meet the Makers (12/13) Come out to Rock God Brewing Co. and "Meet the Makers" - From 5pm to 8pm stop by for Whispering Oaks Wine, Soupie Brothers Soupies, and Rock God Craft Brews! Support local business and enjoy the good stuff! Runaway Stroller ‘Rockin Holiday Party (12/15)-Runaway Stroller will be heating things up at Whispering Oaks. Come see the fabulous wintery views -- like you're in a magical snow globe.... a rockin' snow globe that is! Come and join the festive party with us! CHEERS! Whispering Oaks Vineyard https://www.facebook.com/TheWhisperingoaksvineyard/ Sunbury
December 15-29: Events at Broad Mountain Vineyard Holiday Open House (12/15)- Come out to the winery for some Holiday Cheer from 2-10pm. Enjoy live music, holiday crafts, Christmas cookie & wine/cider pairings, appearances by the Grinch, & more! This *free admission event* will be filled with spirited specials all day long. All guests at the Open House will be entered to win a $200 Broad Mountain Vineyard gift card! We will also be giving away tons of other goodies, including drinks, branded growlers, glasses, t-shirts, LuLaRoe items, and MORE! Music Line Up: 3-6pm – Lucille and 6- 9pm - Nick Chikotas. Food will be available for purchase from Bayside Burritos food truck! Find out more on Facebook: Broad Mountain Winery. https://www.facebook.com/BroadMountainVineyard/ Elizabethville
December 21: The WEEKLINGS on Stage at Rusty Rail Live THE WEEKLINGS - America’s most unique celebration of the music and muse of THE BEATLES, performing explosive renditions of Beatles classics, plus brilliant Beatles-inspired power-pop originals. Reserved seating: $20 / General Admission: $17 / Day of Walk In: $25. Next up: An Evening with DEADGRASS (1/11) celebrating the music of Jerry Garcia. http://www.rustyrailbrewing.com/ Mifflinburg
WORKSHOPS & LECTURES
December 15-22: Holiday Make & Take Workshops Join the the Elves of Country Farm & Home in fun & festive holiday make and take workshops. Dec. 15: Christkindl Hut Make & Take. Dec. 20: Cookie Jar Centerpiece. Dec. 22: Winter Succulent Wreath Make & Take Please call to register 570-966-4030. Visit CoutryFarmandHome.net for complete details about our fabulous holiday make & take workshops. https://www.countryfarmandhome.net/news-events/make-n-take-classes/ Mifflinburg
Now-February 24: Indoor Golf Lessons at the Bachman Center BU Golf Club The golf swing is too complex to allow it to go dormant in the off-season! If you are interested in keeping your skills intact during the winter months join Bucknell Asst. Golf Pro, Jesmar Matos for up to 5 instructional sessions at the State-of-the-Art Bachman Center at the Bucknell Golf Club. Maintain practice with all aspects of the game utilizing 4 indoor hitting bays and a putting green. All sessions will be scheduled based on availability between the student and instructor and will focus on various aspects of the full golf swing, chipping and putting, combined with video analysis if necessary. Call the pro shop at the Bucknell Golf Club at 570-577-7340, or at 609-784-3703 (call or text) or thru e-mail at [email protected]. Lewisburg
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