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Happiness Goes Viral: Grammy nominated musician and composer James Hood delivers a brand new multi-sensory experience unlike any other with Beautifica, now showing in Lancaster. Beautifica is the inspiration of visionary composer James Hood in conjunction with some of the world’s finest motion animators. Comprising a 360° journey through worlds real and imagined, the show […]
Join us as we welcome back Suzette Mullen - author of the memoir The Only Way Through is Out. Suzette was raised to play it safe, but after a seismic midlife revelation she left a thirty-year marriage, came out as LGBTQ+, and moved to a city (Lancaster!) where she knew exactly one person. In this […]
Please join us as we present an evening of poetry with four distinct voices. The exciting lineup features Lancaster poets Arlene Geller, Lisa Munson, Le Hinton, and current Lancaster Poet Laureate Dana Kinsey! Learn more about our poets below. Registration is helpful, but walk-ins are always welcome! Poet/lyricist Arlene (Arlo) Geller has been fascinated with […]
This is Cam's 8th photo show at The Framing Concept. Cam will be featuring photos of Bermuda, the Outer Banks, and Ocean City, NJ. Also included will be some photos of local interest and of course sports photos. (#WEARE). As always, some "fun" photos, what Cam likes to call "rainy day" shots. Refreshments will be […]
Long-time Lancaster resident and supporter of the arts, the late Debbie Carter, will have the contents of her collection on display at St. John's Episcopal Church, 321 W Chestnut Street and available for an online auction.. Debbie's collection includes many craftsman pieces, signed painting, prints and an extensive collection of glass art. Tours of the […]
Art Battle® is live competitive painting. 12 painters create the best work they can in 20 minutes. As they work, patrons move around the easels, closely watching the creative process. At the end of the round, the audience votes for their favorite painting and bids in silent auction to take the work home. In addition […]
Bassist, vocalist, and composer Mali Obomsawin scored the Academy Award-nominated Nat Geo documentary, Sugarcane, which investigates abuses at an Indian residential school that ignite a reckoning on the nearby Sugarcane Reserve. During this unique fusion event, Mali and her band will perform live against the backdrop of the film. 6:30 PM • Pre-show panel discussion […]
The nonprofit WriteFace will be hosting an art gallery at Decades from 4pm-9pm on Friday, Nov. 21. WriteFace helps veterans generate a healthier spirit within themselves, for their families, at work, and in our communities through guided creative writing exercises and artwork. Veterans will be showcasing their artwork at Decades for this special Veteran's Day […]
Celebrate the rich heritage of Native American culture with Lakota grass and hoop dancer and flute player Delwin Fiddler Jr. of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, and Samora Free, an indigenous singer, multi-instrumentalist, and soundscape artist from NYC. Derived from the Lakota word for “Tree of Life,” Paza symbolizes our connection to the Earth, ourselves, […]
“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 […]
The 2025 Provincial, will showcase the talent and dedication of Irish dancers from across the country while celebrating the rich traditions of Irish culture. However, this event is more than just a competition—it is a beacon of hope and a demonstration of the positive change that can be achieved when we unite for a common […]
Visit the world of our collective early 2000’s childhood toys through texture, sight, smell, and more! Skip and hop back through the hallway of our memories; what made our worlds bright, colorful, and oh-so-sweet! Take a break from the mundane and step back into your dinosaur rainboots or sparkly princess slippers into a sight curated […]
Meet Leah, the creator behind the beautiful Goldfinch Pottery pieces, at our First Friday event. Discover your favorite pieces - perfect to treat yourself or to gift for the holidays - while you chat with the maker and enjoy light refreshments.
Step into the raw, unforgettable journey of a man who rose from brokenness to redemption—told through powerful poetry, vivid storytelling, and soul-deep reflection. A one-of-a-kind spoken word performance by Ty Gant that chronicles the real-life transformation of an alcoholic—from his first drink to his rebirth in recovery.
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