Community members of all ages are invited to learn about environmental issues and solutions in a family-friendly atmosphere. Our host of eco-conscious contributors and entertainers will educate, empower, and inspire our community to welcome environmental-sustainability practices into their daily lives. ⚠ Please note, Earth Day Extravaganza is (mostly) an outdoor event and therefore held weather […]
On this history tour, walk the streets of Lancaster with an expert guide and learn about the brothel keepers, bartenders, and pool hall hustlers who shared the streets with corrupt politicians and righteous reformers a century ago. Discover the history of wage-earning women, Lancaster nightlife, and changing sexual values through the stories of the men […]
The Heritage Press Museum is partnering with Hickory Town Gardens on May First Friday for a Native Plant Pop-Up Sale! From 5 - 7 PM, come to BUiLDiNG CHARACTER to get your spring plant shopping done! Native plants require less maintenance than non-native plants and support local bees, butterflies, and birds. Plants are $5 each […]
The exhibition, featuring the work of Paul Rider, Leah Limpert Walt, Aaron Thompson, Benjamin Lowery, Tyler Kline, Stephanie Manzi, and Eric Weeks, will highlight PCA&D's commitment to educating not only our students but also our faculty in the pursuit of lifelong learning and professional development. The seven exhibiting artists have received grants from the college […]
My art practice is a long-form research effort pursuing a more comprehensive understanding of personal experiences and studio methodology. Like many other artists and designers, my work evolves through working and working through. Equidistant Materials and Methods is the middle ground and formal research linking two larger bodies of work relating to the intersection of […]
This month the guys of Red Raven are stepping up , Manning Up..... with an exhibit featuring 11 Painters and 2 sculptors. Stop in for our artist reception May 2 from 5 - 8 pm. And then for Spring artwalk, join us Saturday, May 3rd from 11 - 3 pm to see artist demonstrations, featuring […]
Showcasing the work of Pennsylvania College of Art & Design's Class of 2025, this three-day exhibition opens Friday, May 2, to the public, from 5-9 pm, and continues Saturday, May 3 (10 am to 5 pm), and Sunday, May 4 (noon to 3 pm). View works by our graduates in Animation & Game Art, Design […]
WellSpan Health Fun Friday presents the 2025 Home Opener as Stormers Baseball returns to Penn Medicine Park on Friday, May 2nd! Join us as we kick off the 2025 season with an electric atmosphere, great baseball, and non-stop entertainment! Expect A T-shirt Giveaway to the first 1,000 fans 18+ presented by Hess’s Barbecue! Exciting on-field […]
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 […]
Join us for the Lancaster City Spring ARTWalk 2025 on Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, and experience the vibrant art scene that makes Lancaster so unique! 🖼️✨ Explore local galleries, studios, and pop-up exhibitions, all featuring stunning works from talented artists in our community. Whether you're an art lover, a collector, or simply […]
In the final Row House Forum of the Spring, our speakers will explore the overlooked power of walking – from its physical and spiritual benefits to its countercultural weight in a car-centric world. Featuring reflections from founder of The Row House Tom Becker, Camino pilgrim Emily Nixon, and insights from local transit advocate Laura Pauls-Thomas, […]
Celebrate 10 Years of Open Streets Lancaster! 🎉 On Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Lancaster Rec’s 10th Annual Open Streets Lancaster will once again transform Water Street into a car-free community space for all to enjoy. As part of a national movement, this free, family-friendly event encourages physical activity, reimagines […]
In Lancaster City, the third Friday of the month is Music Friday! From May to September, the City of Lancaster and Music For Everyone host the Music Friday event series.
Rainbow Tomatoes Garden aka RTG.Fish is hosting a tinned fish tasting and pop-up sale in conjunction with the eclectic, whimsical shop Happy Happy Joy Joy in downtown Lancaster! As an online store, the RTG team is excited to get out of the warehouse and meet folks in person. And we can’t think of a more […]
On Saturday, May 31st, don't miss the vibrant African American Cultural Parade, featuring 36 diverse community groups, marching bands, and more. It's a spectacular display of unity and pride.
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