Arts and Culture

Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble is celebrating over 40 years of bringing live, professional theatre to the community. For more information, please visit the website at www.BTE.org.

Bluebird Atelier is a creative learning studio that offers educational enrichment through the arts. Located in downtown Lewisburg, Bluebird offers classes for preschool, school children, teens and adults. It is the place to be for toddler playgroups, weekend crafternoons, children's birthday parties and holiday break and summer camps for kids.

The 70+ members of the Buffalo Valley Singers from a four-county area perform a wide range of musical styles during two seasons - September to December for a Christmas concert and January to May for a spring concert. Committed to community service, BVS will perform an annual benefit concert in support of Central Oak Heights' youth music camp.

C & K's Unique Creations designs fun terrariums and small planters along with a wide selection of customized gnomes and other handmade gift items. In addition, C & K's organizes various crafting and art events in and around Lewisburg, PA. They are now offering Succulent and Air Plant Party favors. Custom orders are available.

Built in 1941, the Campus Theatre in downtown Lewisburg is an excellent example of art deco architecture. From its 16-foot murals to its etched glass doors, nearly all of the interior and exterior fixtures remain intact today. Open nightly, the theatre shows first-run, independent and classic films, as well as specialized film festivals.

The Community Arts Center is dedicated to artistic excellence and providing Williamsport, PA and the surrounding areas with professional performing arts. Take in one of the inspiring arts programs, ranging from music to dance and comedy to Broadway theater.

The Community Theatre League is north-central PA's premier source for community theatre and theatre education. Seasons include full-length plays and musicals, Sprouts Theatre for children's performances, student productions and concerts. CTL's educational branch, the Community Academy of Stage and Theatre, provides after-school and evening theatre education for children and adults, summer theatre camps for students and smaller plays and concerts in the Jason J. Moyer Studio Theatre.

The Elias Church was built in 1806 and served both the German Reformed and Lutheran congregations until 1857. Restoration of the church began in 2005 and has been restored to its original state featuring a wine glass pulpit, arched LeigenderStuhl trusses, original plank flooring, curved ceiling and three-sided gallery. Now open as a performing arts venue; come enjoy music, theatre, children's and educational programs.

Visit the Exchange Gallery. Shows feature work by artists of all ages and levels of experience from throughout the Susquehanna River Valley. The Exchange organizes the annual Destination Blues Music Festival, the Art Cart and community events including ArtFest and Boo!burg.

The Gallery at Penn College promotes art appreciation and offers opportunities for personal growth, social awareness, cultural diversity and education through direct experiences with original works of art through rotating exhibitions of contemporary art.

Keystone Scouts Drum & Bugle Corps is a non-profit organization dedicated to continuing the tradition of Drum Corps in the Susquehanna River Valley. The group performs throughout the region and hosts a yearly Drum & Bugle Corps show.

For over 50 years, the Lewisburg Arts Council has served the Central Susquehanna Valley by encouraging and advancing visual and performing arts in the Lewisburg area. They are committed to supporting local artists and providing opportunities for the residents of the community to view and participate in a variety of artistic programs. The Lewisburg Arts Council operates on 100% volunteer power! To join their amazing team, email them at [email protected] No artistic talents required - just a passion for the Arts!

A professional summer theatre located in Central PA with over 17,000 visitors a year. Established in 1963, the theatre includes a mix of classics along with new premiers from musicals to comedies that are great for all ages.

The Center in Millersburg, PA, was built to house the Center's collection of hundreds of original works. It also showcases works of contemporary artists from around the country. The Center's lands offer a tranquil outdoor experience on more than 500 contiguous acres of rustic beauty.

A program of the Kitson Arts Alliance, the North Branch Art Trail follows the entire 300-mile length of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River - from its headwaters in Cooperstown, NY to its conclusion in Sunbury, PA. The art trail's region includes a total of 18 counties in Upstate New York and Northeastern Pennsylvania. While the primary focus of the organization is local art (visual, performing and culinary), it also promotes local food & beverages, plus nature, history, community, river activities, local events and more.

The Northumberland County Council for the Arts is established to enhance the quality of life, economic development and tourism in Northumberland and surrounding counties through promotion of the arts for all age groups by offering cultural and educational programs and exhibits.

RiverStage Community Theatre is a volunteer-driven non-profit organization that has been committed to creating high-quality live theatre in the Susquehanna Valley since 2003. Performances held at 815 Market Street, Lewisburg.

Saint Joseph's Fine Art Studio specializes in fine art, commission art, murals and art restoration including paintings, sculpture, religious paintings and icons. Enjoy Sip & Paint and Kids Paint classes.

Samek Art Museum is a program of Bucknell University that creates meaningful encounters between artists, students, scholars, the public and works of art. Two gallery locations: Top floor Elaine Langone Center, Bucknell University and Downtown - 416 Market St., Lewisburg.

Nearly one hundred singers perform major choral works in concerts throughout the year in the Susquehanna River Valley.

Professional and campus music, dance and theatre events, as well as lectures, convocations and other functions are held in the 1,200-seat Weis Center, an architecturally-striking and acoustically-exceptional performance hall. Annual series includes 25+ professional performances including world music, Americana, jazz, modern dance, classical and Family Discovery performances.

Come hear the jewel of downtown Williamsport! Under the direction of Maestro Gerardo Edelstein, the WSO is a professional regional symphony orchestra with performances that cater to any musical taste.

The YMCA Arts Center is dedicated to helping individuals discover the joy of making art. They do this by equipping students with an understanding of fundamental art practices that they may use to bring their artistic vision to life. Believing that art making can have a positive impact in the lives of individuals and their communities the Arts Center works to make opportunities for creating art accessible to everyone. The Art Center's vision is that the Greater Susquehanna Valley would have limitless opportunities for making, sharing and experiencing art. The YMCA Arts Center is part of the Greater Susquehanna Valley YMCA and is located at 35 S. Fifth Street in Sunbury, PA.