This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley July 10-20, 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 July 10-20: Events this Week at Your Campus Theatre Echo in the Canyon (7/10-11) Echo In The Canyon celebrates the explosion of popular music that came out of LA's Laurel Canyon in the mid-60s as folk went electric and The Byrds, The Beach Boys, Buffalo Springfield and The Mamas and the Papas gave birth to the California Sound of American popular music. Rocketman (7/12-18) the epic musical fantasy about the incredible story of Elton John's breakthrough years. The Secret Life of Pets (7/20-25). Classic Film Series: Jaws (7/14). Summer Family Film Series: Akeelah & the Bee (7/16) Akeelah is a precocious 11-year-old girl from south Los Angeles with a gift for words. Despite the objections of her mother Tanya, Akeelah enters various spelling contests, for which she is tutored by the forthright Dr. Larabee; her principal Mr. Welch and the proud residents of her neighborhood. Akeelah's aptitude earns her an opportunity to compete for a spot in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and in turn unites her neighbors who witness the courage and inspiration of one amazing little girl. Hitchcock Film Series: Marnie (7/16) Admission is FREE and open to the public. Lewisburg Christmas in July: The Nutcracker (7/19). For information and movie times visit www.CampusTheatre.org. Lewisburg July 18-21: Community Theatre League Performance of West Side Story Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the "American" Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time. www.CTLShows.com Williamsport July 19-20: Ned Smith Center Shakespeare in the Woods Julius Caesar -One of Shakespeare’s most famous tragedies, Julius Caesar depicts the political conspiracy that leads to the assassination of one of the most powerful and successful leaders of the Roman Empire and the aftermath of this chilling historical event. Recommended for ages 12 and up, the production is extremely accessible, employing Gamut’s unique educational outreach style combining Shakespeare’s original text with modern “narrations” of the most famous scenes from the play for an easy-to-understand story. Save the Date: Annual Nature & Art Festival July 27. www.NedSmithCenter.org Millersburg Now-August 31: Susquehanna River Valley Music & Movies in the Park Summer is the season for enjoying the sunshine and warm temperatures in the beautiful Susquehanna River Valley...What better way than to join with family and friends in your local park for a fun evening of great music and fellowship. Bring your lawn chairs, some summery snacks and drinks, and get ready for some toe- tapping summer fun. Bloomsburg: Williamsport's own 3rd Street Blues Band (7/10). Central Oak Heights: West Branch Barbershop Chorus (7/20). Danville Summer Concert Series: Prairie Dogma (7/16)- Americana Rock, Country, and Deep Tracks! Elias Center for The Performing Arts: Adam Stone Magic Show (7/13) Lewisburg Music in the Park: Grand Junction (7/10)- Country and Lavender Blue (7/17)- Bluegrass. Mifflinburg Music in the Park: The Shoreliners (7/11), Sunbury City Band (7/18) and Blueberries & Bluegrass Festival- West End Bluegrass Band (7/19). Millersburg Center for Nature and Art: No Last Call & Cruise Control (7/13) rock, pop and jazz. Shakespeare in the Woods: Julius Caesar (7/19-20) Milton: Odyssey (7/11) and Kimbo & Bryan (7/18). Selinsgrove: Summertime at the Gazebo- The Shoreliners (7/16), the Rudy Gelnett Summer Music Series: Doug McMinn Blues Band (7/11) and Runaway Stroller (7/18), and An Evening of Gospel Music: The Needhams (7/10) and Mercy Run (7/17). Shikellamy State Park Overlook Concert: The Frank Wicher Band & Fero Winnery (7/11). Sunbury Movies Series: Moana – at the Sunbury Pool as part of Sunbury Celebration (7/12). Watsontown Concert at the Canal Boat: Frank Wicher Band (7/17). For a complete schedule of area concerts visit SRV Music in the Park http://www.visitcentralpa.org/events/live- music/susquehanna-river-valley-movies-music-in-the-park-schedules Page 1 of 7 This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley July 10-20, 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-July 16: Exchange Gallery Committee Invitational Each Gallery committee member will invite an artist or artists who have never shown at the Exchange before, so the exhibition will include artwork never before seen in our area. Reception 6-8 p.m. on Sat., July 13. www.ExchangeArts.org Bloomsburg Now-October 13: Show & Tell The Samek Art Museum is inviting regional community members — from Bucknell University faculty, staff, and students plus our neighbors in Central PA's Susquehanna River Valley, to contribute objects to our summer exhibition! Show something beautiful and tell its story! This exhibition will grow and change as more people contribute objects. Submissions will be accepted on a rolling basis until August 1st or until we run out of space, whichever happens first! http://museum.bucknell.edu/ Lewisburg FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN! July 10-22: Williamsport Crosscutters Baseball Game Schedule Home vs. Vermont (7/10-12) plus XPOGO Stunt Team (7/11). Special promos include BOGO Ticket Tuesdays, Friday Fireworks, Kids Day, Sundae Sundays, and MORE! Upcoming games: Away at Aberdeen (7/13-15), Home vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers (7/17-19), and Away at State College (7/20-22). The Crosscutters are the short- season Class "A" affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. The Cutters play their home games at BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. Built in 1926, the 2nd oldest minor league stadium in the U.S.! Fun, affordable family entertainment with tickets starting at just $7.00. www.Crosscutters.com Williamsport July 12: Sidewalk Chalk Festival Come downtown on July 12th (rain date: July 19) and make Lewisburg even more beautiful with your sidewalk chalk drawing skills. Age category awards, People’s Choice Award plus live music by DePotorLand and face- painting. www.LewisburgArtsCouncil.com Lewisburg July 13: May the Force be with You at the Bloomsburg Children's Museum Star Wars character meet & greets, games, activities, food, face painting, crafts, a Jedi training course, plus costume and wookie imitation contest. Pre-party & TV taping on July 10 at 4:15 am https://the-childrens- museum.org/ Bloomsburg July 13: Cruise In at Hidden Valley Camping Resort Shine 'em up and Show 'em off! plus lighted Golf Cart Parade at Hidden Valley Camping Resort, with full hookups to primitive wooded tenting, located in scenic Buffalo Valley. 570-966-1330 Mifflinburg July 16: Hiawatha Floating Classroom Travel along the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and engage in river-based, hands-on learning activities created for families and their young explorers. Each float focuses on a specific topic with learning stations and activities. July 16-Coal Mining and AMD. Participants of all ages -- from toddlers to seasoned learners -- are welcome. $5 Per Person https://www.ridehiawatha.com/ Williamsport Page 2 of 7 This Week in the Susquehanna River Valley July 10-20, 2019 This is just a sampling of events this week. For many more events, go to www.VisitCentralPA.org and click on “Events” July 16-August 13: Packwood House Summer Programs for Children Tuesdays at 10:30am. July 16 – Learn the wet felting process using colored wool roving to make a small coin or objects pouch. www.PackwoodHouseMuseum.com Lewisburg July 17-20: Public Library for Union County Annual Summer Book Sale Wednesday, 9 am to 8 pm; Thursday, 9 am to 8 pm; Friday, 9 am to 7 pm; Saturday, 9 am to 1 pm. Books are sold for $20 per bag with bags provided at the sale. Special Interest Books Section (individually priced). Find Pennsylvania Books, Civil War Materials, Religion & Art Books, DVDs & Music CDs. Gymnasium is air- conditioned and handicap accessible. A lunch stand is open daily. www.UnionCountyLibraries.org Held at Faith Lutheran Church, Lewisburg July 10-20: 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. Special events include: Food Truck Summer Series plus Pop-Up Crop Swap: Every Wednesday through August 14 we will host a food truck from 11-1 at the Children’s Museum. Along with our food truck we will have a pop-up crop swap – got extra tomatoes but need eggs? Have zucchini but are hankering for some green beans? Bring your homegrown harvest to our crop swap and promote eating healthy! Big Dan’s BBQ Food Truck (7/10 & 8/14), Blazing Swine (7/17 & 8/7), Grilled Cheese Café & Vince’s Cheesesteak (7/24 & 8/24). May the Force Be with You Day (7/13) Enjoy character meet & greets, games, activities, crafts and food vendors. Star Wars Pre-Party (7/10) Join us on July 10 at 4:15 am to make an appearance on TV. Get your Jedi robes ready and head to the Bloomsburg Children's Museum to hang out with WNEP's Ryan Leckey, get on TV and join our Star Wars pre- party with breakfast refreshments and a lot fun! Two-Dollar Tuesday plus the Exchange’s hands-on Art Cart projects (7/16), Mooniversary (7/20) Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with games and activities.