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Think SNL meets a lighthearted musical This sketch comedy musical is for parents and anyone who’s ever had them. Chronicling modern-day parenthood, from conception to college, Rated P For Parenthood offers giant doses of heart and humor — at a fraction of the cost of braces!
Do you have creative aspirations but never seem to make the time? Do you want the companionship of others to overcome your creative blocks and “just do it”? Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to explore your creative side, Creative Release is a safe place to explore your ideas with others. Bring your […]
Join us ArtWalk weekend to experience our current exhibition, "Counterpoint" featuring the artwork of Dan Miller & Gene Shaw. Enjoy light refreshments and extended hours as we celebrate the vibrant arts community of Lancaster! We hope you can join us! Saturday, May 4 from 10 - 5 Sunday, May 5 from 12 - 4
Through a slow pace and step-by-step instruction, you will learn practical methods to unfold into the practice of watercolor. Rather than working towards a finished art piece, you will be focusing on basic techniques that can be incorporated into a daily meditative practice. When getting started with a new hobby or creative endeavor it’s easy […]
Andinos: Encounters in Cusco, Peru, the works of Gabriel Barreto Bentin, a New York City-based Peruvian fashion and portrait photographer, are shown in the Main Gallery of PCA&D. This is the exhibition's final day. The artist recently published his debut photo book, by the same name as his PCA&D exhibition, through Rizzoli Books. In collaboration […]
Join us for the opening of ARTIST. WOMAN. MOTHER. featuring work by local artists Sherry Bowman & Nichole Madonna On view June 1st-July 27th the opening reception is First Friday June 7th 5:00-8:00pm ABOUT THE SHOW: We are given a name when we are born, a sort of “absolute word” that serves as an identifier, […]
Lancaster Galleries is thrilled to announce the opening of "Ruth Bernard: The Act of Painting", a selective retrospective highlighting works created by Bernard during her thirty years living in Lancaster County. This exhibition spotlights an important period in the artist’s life, and invites viewers to explore her artistic journey through this time. Exhibition opens First […]
Artists' Reception at Third Story. The current exhibit features artists Dana Bechert, Marianne Calenda, Leah Fox, Stephanie Gibson, PJ Gilman, Barbara J Hart, Emily Keener, Annie Kerekgyarto and Reagan Lehman.
In honor of Pride Month and in conjunction with the special traveling exhibition Stay Alive / Make Art, the LGBT Center of Central PA History Project will display a special one-day only pop-up exhibit of objects and photographs from their archives at the Lancaster Museum of Art. This mini exhibit will offer visitors a glimpse […]
Enjoy Free Concert and Chocolate Chip Cookies. Midst the Noise a 5-member band playing pop and rock music, and you will find yourself singing along to the tunes. Local artists work on display for purchase.
It’s time for another We the People First Friday at the Ware Center! Join us for the 4th Annual “Live from the Red Rose,” presented by Speak to My Soul and A Concrete Rose at 6:30 pm in Steinman Hall! Prepare to be captivated by a mesmerizing blend of dance, spoken word, and music. Witness […]
Award-winning classical guitarist, Andrew Oswinkle, will be featured in a free 30 minute First Friday concert on June 7, 2024 at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster. A native of Baltimore, Andrew has advanced degrees in classical guitar from Peabody Conservatory, and is an enthusiastic performer, bringing his music to formal […]
Thunda N Mimosas is back, and this time we're here to hold space for the fellas! This Men's Mental Health Month, Lancaster's favorite Poet, Thunda Khatt, is taking the city's only running showcase of spoken word to Zoetropolis for Sunday brunch! We're bringing you an all male lineup of Poets, crew, vendors and most importantly […]
Join us as we continue to celebrate our gallery exhibition of ARTIST. WOMAN. MOTHER. featuring work by local artists Sherry Bowman & Nichole Madonna ABOUT THE SHOW: We are given a name when we are born, a sort of “absolute word” that serves as an identifier, a sound that when vocalized or read helps us […]
Stop by the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square on First Friday for Caricature Artist, Rafael D'Arcangelo!
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