“Organic Reflections: Seasonal Encores”

First Reformed Church 40 E Orange Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Organist Larry Hershey will perform a program of “Seasonal Encores,” a free 30 minute concert celebrating events in May, at 8 PM on First Friday, May 2 at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster. The program will include "'The Riders' from Suite in E Major" by Georg Muffat, "'La Bamba' from […]

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Art in the Garden

First Reformed Church 40 E Orange Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

On First Friday, June 6, the public is invited to stroll through the gardens and watch local artists at work or shop for a work of art that catches the eye at a free plein air event in the courtyard of First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster.  The event will be […]

Free

Echoes of the Lens: An Echo Valley Art Group Exhibition, First Friday Opening Reception

curio. Gallery & Creative Supply 106 W. Chesnut Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Curio is honored to host the members of The Echo Valley Art Group in this very special exhibition. In celebration of their 80th anniversary, the members have come together to create a “Print Portfolio” highlighting the unique visual sensibilities of each member while working inside a set of parameters. Each print is to be eight […]

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June First Friday at PCA&D: 2025 Senior Exhibition

Main Gallery at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design 204 North Prince Street, Lancaster , PA, United States

The 2025 Senior Exhibition is now on display in the College's Main Gallery through July 11, during regular building hours.  Participating artists are Charlie Boyce, Lexia Douglas, Samantha Sidesinger, Kiri Chhun, Coby Correll, Cara Miller, Bailey Stechman, Aiyana J. Alvarado, Warren Burke, Abel Wooddell, Andy Vo, Onix Guadalupe-Rivera, Erin Bazor, Laurence Jacoby, Beck Schilling, Sandy Ferrare, AJ […]

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Swing Dance Pop Up with Jazz Collective Lancaster

Penn Square Penn Square, Lancaster , PA, United States

Swing Dance Pop Up with Jazz Collective Lancaster on First Friday, June 6th! Find us in the Heritage Quadrant of Penn Square.   15-min beginner swing lesson with instructors Mike & Kate around 7:15pm! Beginner friendly! No partner required! Learn a few moves and dance with us!   LIVE MUSIC from Parlour Noir Jazz Band! […]

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Acts of Welcome: CWS Lancaster Benefit Concert

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Join us in supporting CWS Lancaster, a local nonprofit organization that serves the refugee and immigrant communities of Central Pennsylvania, with a benefit concert featuring local Lancaster-area musicians. At 6:30 p.m. in Steinman Hall, join Ever Sandoval, Liz Fulmer, Julia Jordan Kamanda, Kelly Buchanan, Willie Marble, Corinna Joy, The Fetlock and Leanza Duo, Jen Lobo […]

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“Organic Reflections: Sounds of Summer”

First Reformed Church 40 E Orange Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Organist Larry Hershey will present a free 30 minute concert at 8 PM on First Friday, June 6 at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster.  The program, “Sounds of Summer,” will include “Wedding Processional” (Te Deum) by Marc Antoine Charpentier, “Fountain Reverie” by Percy Fletcher, and “Fanfare in D” by Jacques-Nicolas […]

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Art in the Garden

First Reformed Church 40 E Orange Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

On First Friday, July 4, the public is invited to stroll through the gardens and watch local artists at work or shop for a work of art that catches the eye at a free plein air event in the courtyard of First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster.  The event will be […]

Free

Outdoor Games and Historic Sanctuary Tours

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 31 South Duke Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Everyone is invited to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church for some family fun on Friday, July 4th. At 5:00 pm the churches' steeple bells will play calling everyone to meet on our Parish House front lawn to play some Chess and Checkers games. Our resident Chess coach will be on hand to offer some tips about […]

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Concert Series

Covenant Chocolate Chip Cookie Concert

Music, Art, Parking and Chocolate Chip Cookies are a great combination to celebrate the 4th of July. Join us as we welcome Amy Yovanovich, mezzosoprano, and Christyan Seay, tenor performing a variety of musical selections to start your First Friday.

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Organic Reflections: Musicals, Movies and Medleys!

First Reformed Church 40 E Orange Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Lancaster organist Ken Krause will present a free 30 minute concert at 8 PM on First Friday, July 4, at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster.  The program, “Musicals, Movies, and Medleys!” will include music from Hello Dolly, Mame, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, Very Warm for May and Pirates of the […]

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Free Art Class and Sanctuary Tours

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 31 South Duke Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

All are invited to join us at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on Friday, August 1st at 5:00 pm for the playing of the tower bells, followed by an Art Class on Trinity's Parish House front lawn. There will be sanctuary tours and organ music as well. The evening will wrap up after refreshments are served […]

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