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Join Pocket Books Shop in welcoming Jocelyn Cole, one of the authors behind the hit writing duo Juneau Black! We are celebrating the release of the final installment of the cozy mystery Shady Hollow series, MOCKINGBIRD COURT, with an author talk, Q&A, and signing at the Lancaster Public Library. This event will be a fundraiser […]
The Reverend Dr. Dominique Denman, pastor of First Reformed United Church of Christ, will host a special Veteran’s Day service on Tuesday, November 11 at 10 am. The program in the historic 1854 church sanctuary at 40 East Orange Street, will include music, prayers, and a reading by 96 year-old Korean War era Veteran Bill […]
This dynamic annual Veterans’ Day event celebrates and showcases the writings of veterans, their family members, and their caregivers—including songs written by veterans and performed by musicians as part of the Music for EveryVet Program. Presented in partnership with Music for Everyone and WriteFace.
A gripping personal investigation that exposes the tangled web of moral dilemmas and profit motives surrounding assisted dying. Disabled filmmaker Reid Davenport uncovers shocking abuses of power while amplifying the voices of the disability community fighting for justice and dignity in a matter of life and death. 6:15 PM • Pre-show community panel Post-show • […]
Join us for Fun Food Trivia Night. What do you know about the food you eat? Foods from different cultures. We challenge you with foods from around the globe, popular menu items, their origins and more. Bring your friends for a fun filled evening at Gourmet Market Lancaster. Taste the food, Learn and win prizes
Join Pocket Books and the Lancaster Troll Market for a party celebrating the release of the newest book in the Legends & Lattes universe, Brigands and Breadknives. Food, character photos, a reading from the book, and prizes galore await you! We'll also have a selection of other Travis Baldree titles & delightful cozy fantasy for […]
“Persuasion” will be performed within the rooms on the first floor of the General Hand Mansion on November 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 7:00 PM and 8:30 PM and November 16 and 23 at 3 PM. This one-act play, inspired by scenes from Jane Austen’s final novel, was adapted by Samuel Slaymaker. The Actor’s […]
In this conversation-style presentation, artist Andrew Gunnar Norquist and author Dr. Benjamin Norquist (twin brothers) explore how faith shapes the way we see and steward the natural world. Andrew will display and discuss his new series of large-scale graphite drawings of ancient trees—works that invite viewers to encounter creation as both fragile and enduring, temporal […]
Come shop our biggest sale of the year in person at Maejean Vintage! Our Duke Street showroom which is usually open by appointment only is welcoming walk-ins and celebrating the season in vintage style!
Join LGBTQ+ & Allies for a meal and movie Social Night at First Reformed Church, 40 E Orange Street, Lancaster. The fun begins at 5 PM on Saturday, November 15. Admission is $15.
A power-punch-packed performance of the greatest soul hits ever written in America, played by the people who helped make them famous! Sing along to your favorite soul hits by legendary ladies of soul Gladys Knight, Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Dionne Warwick, and more—performed by a star-studded ensemble that has performed and recorded with the greats.
Gallery Grow Happy Hour Presents: Create a winter woodland terrarium in our BYOB workshop. Build a magical holiday centerpiece with plants, moss, and evergreens. End your day on a creative note with a relaxed, small-group workshop led by our expert team (BYOB encouraged!). In this hands-on class, you’ll design a magical winter woodland in miniature—perfect […]
Open Rehearsals offer community members of all ages a free and unique opportunity to view a working symphonic rehearsal. As the musicians work on particular passages, attendees get a behind-the-scenes look at how a performance moves from a work in progress to a work of art. LSO Open Rehearsals are free, have general seating, and […]
Delve into the intriguing world of bugs with FRWRD Dance Company! Watch as dancers hatch a captivating cast of creatures—from a hungry bullfrog’s fly-filled bog to a bustling beehive; from the chrysalis of the contemplative caterpillar to the web of the bella tarantella. Merging intricate movement, playful original poetry, and elaborate costumes, this evocative and […]
An Immersive Candlelit Holiday Concert Step into the glow. Candlelight, harmony, and the beauty of the season that’s often buried beneath the rush. Holiday classics are reborn, performed in-the-round by elegantly costumed performers and anchored by a grand piano and musicians. Every seat is enveloped in the music. Intimate. Alive. An annual reinvention of a […]
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