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Category: Arts & Entertainment

Picture of different pottery creations all lined up in a row from Rise & Design Art Studio.

Nature Beckons Us Inside: Explore Your Creative Side or Meet Local Makers & Artisans

By Lisa Z. Leighton on Oct. 10, 2025

As the leaves continue to change and the air gets cooler with each passing week, Mother Nature is beckoning us inside for more cozy, introspective activities. Personally, I am grateful for a respite from the hustle and bustle of the summer months. Reading under a cozy blanket (hot tea in hand)…

Discover the Visual Arts in the Susquehanna River Valley

By Lisa Z. Leighton on Mar. 26, 2025

I’ve always loved the juxtaposition of old and new, co-existing peacefully together. The Susquehanna River Valley’s arts scene is very much a demonstration of that concept – new murals and trendy art galleries nestled within historic communities known for covered bridges and homestyle cooking. It’s…