This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley January 9-19, 2019 This is just a sampling of events this week. For many more events, go to www.VisitCentralPA.org and click on “Events”
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
January 16-26: Showing this Week at Your Campus Theatre At Eternity’s Gate (1/17) At Eternity's Gate is a journey inside the world and mind of Vincent van Gogh who, despite skepticism, ridicule and illness, created some of the world's most beloved and stunning works of art. Free Solo (1/18-24) A National Geographic Documentary, Free Solo, is a stunning portrait of free soloist climber Alex Honnold as he prepares to achieve his lifelong dream: climbing the face of the world's most famous rock... the 3,000 ft. El Capitan in Yosemite National Park... without a rope. Green Book (1/26-31) This film is inspired by a true friendship that transcended race, class and the 1962 Mason-Dixon line. Confronted with racism, danger as well as unexpected humanity and humor, two men are forced to set aside differences to survive and thrive on the journey of a lifetime. Free BU Film Screenings Sleepaway Camp & Slumber Party Massacre (1/16), The Owl’s Legacy (1/18), Monrovia, Indiana (1/22), Suspiraia (1/23), Helvetica, and Zorn’s Lemma (1/25). For film information and times visit www.CampusTheatre.org. Lewisburg
January 18 & 23: Events at the Weis Center for Performing Arts Parsons Dance (1/18) 7:30 PM Known for its remarkable athleticism and stunning ensemble work, Parsons Dance brings exuberance, joy and passion to any stage, flawlessly fusing the gestures and movements that comprise modern dance with the discipline and precision of a classical dance company. Charenee Wade (Jazz) (1/23) FREE! Tickets not required. Known for expert vocal improvisation and her seriously swinging groove, Wade evokes a classic jazz sound. www.Bucknell.edu/WeisCenter Lewisburg
January 19-26: Events at the Williamsport Community Theatre 25 Or 6 To 4: The Music of Chicago & Friends (1/19)- 7:30 PM The powerful blend of loud guitars and powerful brass instruments has fueled some of rocks best music. In 25 or 6 to 4 the Uptown Music Collective will harness this traditional rock sound to bring to the stage the music of legendary bands Chicago, and Blood Sweat and Tears, along with the funky music of Earth Wind and Fire, Tower of Power, and a special, soul- stirring tribute to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Rod Carrington Live (1/24) Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer. Swan Lake (1/25) This full-scale production, set to the music of Pyotr Tchaikovsky and based on Russian folklore and German legend, follows a heroic young prince as he works to free the beautiful swan maiden from an evil spell. Community Arts Center www.CACLive.com Williamsport
January 25-27: BTE presents John Graham, Magician & Mentalist John Graham is an amazing magician. John Graham is a hilarious comedian. However, it's his unique blending of the two that makes him a world class entertainer. His performances have been called "Almost like a conversation with the audience." But an amazing, fun, funny, uplifting conversation, with a few life lessons along the way. Rated GA, for middle school kids and older. Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble www.BTE.org Bloomsburg
January 25-27: Almost, Maine at the Community Theatre League On a cold, clearly, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky, the residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and occasionally hilarious ways. Knees are bruised and hearts are broken, but they are healed and mended – almost - in this delightful midwinter night’s dream. Jan. 25-26 at 7:30 p.m. Jan.27 at 2:00 p.m. www.CTLShows.com Williamsport
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This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley January 9-19, 2019 This is just a sampling of events this week. For many more events, go to www.VisitCentralPA.org and click on “Events”
ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS
Now-January 19: Corning Museum of Glass Events Now – Feb. 28: Glass Snowmen- Stay warm this winter making your own snowman from molten glass. Open to all ages, this experience allows you to work with hot glass up close with our professional glassblowers to create your unique glass snowman. And don’t miss our 6-foot snowman and snow woman, their 3-foot snow son, and their pet snow dog Pi-Rex, made by Hot Glass Demo glassmaker George Kennard and team. New this year, a daughter snow child has been added to the snow family. January 2300°: Finger Lakes Wine & Cider Tastings (1/17) At 2300° Fahrenheit, hot glass gets interesting—and so do things at The Corning Museum of Glass. Enjoy glassmaking demonstrations, live music, and great food and drink. Free and open to the public. www.CMOG.org Corning, NY
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
Now-March 24: Samek Art Museum Exhibits Women’s Work (Now-2/3) 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. Border Cantos | Sonic Border (1/18-3/24) This compelling collaboration between American photographer Richard Misrach and Mexican American artist and composer Guillermo Galindo, explores the complexities of the US-Mexico border through photography, sculpture, and sound, inviting viewers to bridge boundaries and initiate conversations. Located in the Samek Art Museum’s campus gallery. http://museum.bucknell.edu/ Lewisburg
Now-April 1: Exhibits at the Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art Working Together Through Time: The Game Commission and Ned Smith, the Artist (1-16-19) Throughout his prolific career, Ned Smith created over 120 cover paintings for Pennsylvania Game News magazine. The Center’s current exhibit, Gone for the Day: Ned Smith and the Pennsylvania Game Commission celebrates the legendary partnership between Ned Smith and the PGC. This exhibit pairs Ned’s original works with their finished covers. Miniature to Monumental by Richard J. Summons (1/16-4/1) Summons creates fascinating works of art, both naturalistic and surrealistic in bronze, aluminum, stainless steel, gypsum cements, stoneware, porcelain, bonded metals and stone. His three-dimensional creations involve an ongoing theme called “Meadow Songs”; playful compositions of turtles, toads, koi, beetles, and crickets. www.NedSmithCenter.org Millersburg
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This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley January 9-19, 2019 This is just a sampling of events this week. For many more events, go to www.VisitCentralPA.org and click on “Events”
FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN!
January 16-26: Activities at the Bloomsburg Children’s Museum The Bloomsburg Children's Museum fosters a lifelong love of learning through interactive programs and exhibits that bring out the imagination in every child and the child in every visitor. Regular programming includes: Homeschool Hangouts, Exploring Club, History Club, Music Together classes, First Lego League, and Scout Programs. Special events include: Annual Science Fair Showcase (1/17) Students will be showcasing their scientific findings while competing for cash prizes. Awards will be announced at 7:30pm. The Fair features projects from all scientific disciplines from magnetism to food science and is free and open to the public. Culture Café: Brazil (1/19) Global Meets Local with storytelling, song, tastings, and crafts from cultures around the world. Special Needs Night (1/25) The museum is open just for families with special needs. Extra staff will be on hand to help you and your family get the most out of the museum’s exhibits and activities. Bloomsburg Children’s Museum http://www.the-childrens-museum.org Bloomsburg
January 16-26: 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; Robotics for Kids; Zen Meditation workshops; ASL language classes, and arts & crafts workshops. Special activities include: Literary Adventures- Book to Film Screening (1/17) Watch Crazy Rich Asians followed by a film discussion. Tri-County Obedience Dog Club (1/17) In celebration of National Train Your Dog Month, join the Tri-County Obedience Dog Club (TCODC) at the library to watch a fun demonstration of dogs heeling, halting, weaving, sitting, and staying. Hear of canine rescues, service dogs, and trick dogs. Come celebrate the bond between humans and their canine companions. Find complete details and locations for these and many more activities and workshops at www.UnionCountyLibraries.org
January 16-26: Lewisburg Children's Museum (LCM) Upcoming Events Special activities include Saturday Story Time (1/19) Gather around to read “The Mitten” by Jan Brett. After the story, create your own winter mitten craft. The LCM delivers hands-on, educational experiences for learning, imagination, and play. Lewisburg Children’s Museum http://www.lewisburgchildrensmuseum.org Lewisburg
Now-April 30: Balloon Rides Daily Winter Rides Experience the winter landscape like never before as you join the United States Hot Air Balloon Team on a spectacular winter hot-air balloon ride over the Susquehanna River Valley! While exploring the skies during the colder months of the year, experience extraordinary peacefulness as the majestic sunrises or dramatic sunsets imprint their wonder on your imagination. As the green of summer and colors of fall recede, the landscape reveals the elegance of nature at rest. We'll float high and low in order to capture the fullness of what the sky as to offer. Save $50 when you fly before April 30. To reserve your flight call 800-763-5987. USHotAirBallon.com https://www.ushotairballoon.com/
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This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley January 9-19, 2019 This is just a sampling of events this week. For many more events, go to www.VisitCentralPA.org and click on “Events”
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Now-Jan. 19: Skates, Sleds, Sleighs and Stockings: a Taber Winter Exhibit As Ol’ Man Winter blankets the landscape with a crystalline purity of snow; the Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society invites you to Skates, Sleds, Sleighs and Stockings: a Taber Winter Exhibit. The Historical Society will be displaying a selection of ice skates, children’s sleds, sleighs and Christmas stockings from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Priceless family stockings, vintage ice skates, painted sleds, and miniatures of skates, sleds, sleighs, and stockings are on loan from community members for the exhibit! The exhibit will take place in the Museum Community Room. Save the date- Feb. 16: CasinoEvil IV- Flappers and gangsters will return to Farrington Place for a fun-filled evening of food, spirits and chance, all while raising funds for the Lycoming County Historical Society. www.TaberMuseum.org Williamsport
WINERY, BREWERY, & RESTAURANT EVENTS
January 18: Live Music at Skeeter’s Pit BBQ Frank Wicher (1/18) 6:00 PM Frank’s original songs can make you want to dance, move you to tears, or most of all, make you laugh. Enjoy wood-fired BBQ, an amazing view of the Susquehanna River, and the best in local live entertainment at Skeeter’s Pit BBQ. https://skeetersbbq.com/ Shamokin Dam
January 18: The McKameys Farwell Concert Tour 7:00 PM Country Cupboard presents The McKameys , a Southern Gospel singing group whose wonderful harmonies, great songs and sheer joy of singing spreads their love for the Lord wherever they perform. Concert tickets are just $36 and concert tickets with a dinner buffet package are $56. Tickets are available at Guest Services, by phone, and online. www.CountryCupboardInc.com Lewisburg
January 22: Elizabeth’s An American Bistro Cooking Class 5:00 PM Join Chef Melissa & Chef Cy in a hands-on cooking class where they put an Elizabeth's twist on some of your favorite game day classics; lamb meatballs, sesame chicken bites, calzones & more! Please call to reserve your spot & send or drop off $48. Check or Cash. Elizabeth’s An American Bistro Winter Can Drive for FREE Desserts! Help us reach our goal & stop hunger! Our goal is to collect 500 cans in December for Eastern Union County Supplemental Food Bank. Bring in 3 cans or non-perishable goods & receive a free dessert with the purchase of an entree. Hours – Wed. to Sat. Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. & Dinner 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. www.ElizabethsBistro.com Lewisburg
January 22: Live Music at Rusty Rail Brewing: PA Crude Classic Rock Refined 9:00 PM PA Crude is a central PA classic rock/blues band. Playing together since 2009, you will find PA Crude at local venues throughout the Susquehanna Valley. For more information visit Rusty Rail Brewing Company. http://www.rustyrailbrewing.com/ Mifflinburg
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WORKSHOPS & LECTURES
January 19: BTE Theatre School Winter Workshops Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble is proud to present year-round classes for all ages, including workshops in the winter. Register online for Puppetry: Control and Creation (1/19) Hand puppets, shadow puppets, marionettes…the list goes on and on! In this interactive workshop learn how to control a variety of puppet types and create a puppet to take home! Masks: Creating a Character (1/26) Learn how to create a one-of-a- kind persona! This creative workshop will explore the power of masks in character creation. Students will interact with a variety of masks and then put their imagination to the test as they create a mask to take home. www.BTE.org Bloomsburg
January 19: Crystals 101 Workshops KrystaL Clear Essentials invites you to attend this workshop on the basics of crystals, why and how they work, and which crystals should be carried! Tickets must be purchased through the ticket link in advance! Investment is $20. Facebook Ticket https://squareup.com/store/kristal-clear- essentials?fbclid=IwAR1DzvzP0ZlhZjBpsG8ZtuPrKMbNJlYPzS0CqkGagY6jWh3bBdgbFw0HFQU Shamokin
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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