Art shows, comedy events and outdoor recreation usher in the first full week of May in Lycoming County.
Sunday, May 5
Graphic Design 2019: Student Portfolio Exhibition
The Gallery at Penn College will host its annual graphic design exhibition displaying the best design, illustration, and web design work of graphic design majors in their final semester of study at Penn College. For the exhibition, design faculty select the top works developed by each student within their time at Penn College. The exhibition gives students a chance to present their work in marketing, branding, advertising, and design to industry professionals and the community.
- When: Today through May 10
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Where: 1 College Ave., Madigan Library, Room 303, Williamsport
- Cost: Free
For more information, click here.
American Choral Classics
The chorus will explore choral singing from colonial through modern eras with special guests, the Faith Wesleyan Choir. A reception will follow.
- When: 3 to 4 p.m.
- Where: 1033 Tucker St., Williamsport
- Cost: $10
For more information, click here.
Monday, May 6
Montgomery Fireman’s Carnival
Join the Montgomery Volunteer Fire Co. for its fireman’s carnival from Monday to Wednesday. It will include rides, games and food.
- When: Monday to Wednesday at 6 p.m.
- Where: 24 Montgomery St., Montgomery
- Cost: Free
For more information, click here.
Tuesday, May 7
Time for Three at the CAC
The groundbreaking, category-shattering trio Time for Three (Tf3) transcends traditional classification, with elements of classical, country western, gypsy and jazz idioms forming a blend all its own. The members — Nicolas (Nick) Kendall, violin; Charles Yang violin; and Ranaan Meyer, double bass — carry a passion for improvisation, composing and arranging, all prime elements of the ensemble playing. The group is set to perform at the Community Arts Center.
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Where: 220 W. Fourth St., Williamsport
- Cost: $25+
For more information, click here.
Free Movie Event: Friday’s Child
Families United Network is presenting a free showing of Friday’s Child. Based on the realities of aging out of foster care, Friday’s Child follows a young drifter who turns to petty crime to survive. As one of 20,000 foster youth who are no longer eligible for care each year, often after the age of 18, Richie’s struggles lead him to discover an impossible love in an unlikely friend. This story captures the relentless quest of the human spirit and grapples with the societal impact of the foster care system to inspire awareness, outreach, and action. The featured movies are Ready Player One and I Kill Giants.
Reserve Your Tickets by calling Families United Network at: 570-651-9016
- When: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
- Where: AMC Classic Williamsport, 300 W. Fourth St., Williamsport
- Cost: Free
For more information, click here.
Wednesday, May 8
Comedian JC Coccoli at Arthaus Projects
Jess ‘JC’ Coccoli is an American comedienne, writer and producer. Equally mindful and explosive, her award-winning productions come from the heart and are both engaging and cry your eyes out funny. Her TV background includes writing and producing for CBS, Comedy Central, FunnyorDie, HULU, Maker Studios, Lifetime, MTV and VH1.
Also performing will be Billy Kelly with Kevin Seibert hosting. Tickets are $5 in advance, $10 day of the show. Doors open at 7:30, show starts at 8. This show is B.Y.O.B., but please have I.D. if you intend to drink.
- When: 8 to 9:30 p.m.
- Where: Arthaus Projects, 140 W. Fourth St., Williamsport
- Cost: $10
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Thursday, May 9
Suspended Embrace: New works by Techne Winner Cindy Lu
Arthaus Projects, a community-oriented, non-profit art space located in downtown Williamsport, is excited to announce the opening of “Suspended Embrace” a new exhibition showcasing the work of Techne winner Cindy Lu.
This project addresses the ~68 million refugees and migrants worldwide, and stems from seeing footage of aid workers wrapping emergency blankets around the shoulders of newly-arrived refugees. The tenderness of that momentary act of embrace and the temporary warmth provided by the thin material seemed to offer a brief reprieve from an uncertain future, given the growing backlash against those seeking safety beyond the borders of their homeland. This series of work explores the tension between the temporary and the permanent, the fragile and the resilient, and seeks to prolong or suspend the moment of embrace.
- When: Today to June 1; all day
- Where: Arthaus Projects, 140 W. Fourth St., Williamsport
- Cost: Free
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PM Exchange – Nevill’s Flowers
The Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly PM Exchange at Nevill’s Flowers. Register online at www.williamsport.org – Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce
- When: 5 to 7 p.m.
- Where: 748 Broad St., Montoursville
- Cost: $10 in advance for chamber members and $12 at the door; $25 for nonchamber members
For more information, click here.
A Talk on Rose O’Neill and the Kewpie
The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society will host its next lecture of the season at their Coffee Hour in the community room of the museum. The program is free and open to the public.
Susan Baker will recount the history of the artist-cartoonist Rose O’Neill, who developed the well-loved character of the Kewpie.
- When: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
- Where: 858 W. Fourth St., Williamsport
- Cost: Free
For more information, click here.
To Kill a Mockingbird – Community Theatre League
In 1935, Scout, a young girl in a quiet southern town, is about to experience dramatic events that will affect the rest of her life. As her father, Atticus Finch, defends a young black man, wrongfully accused of a terrible crime, Scout and her brother notice people of the town becoming hostile. Wondering why her father would take on a seemingly hopeless fight, she learns a valuable lesson about what it means to be a good and decent human.
This production contains content and language that may not be suitable for all audiences. Age 13+ recommended.
- When: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; May 9 to 11
- Where: 100 W. Third St., Williamsport
- Cost: $15 to $23
For more information, click here.
Saturday, May 11
Friends of the W.B. Konkle Memorial Library used book sale
The Friends of Konkle Memorial Library will have their semi-annual used-book sale and celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the library this year. Sale held in front of the library unless the weather is bad, then the sale is inside.
- When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Where: 384 Broad St., Montoursville
- Cost: $1 for hardback books, 50 cents for paperbacks, 10 cents for most children’s books OR a whole bag full for $8.
For more information, click here.
What’s Growing on in the Garden?
Join the Master Gardeners every second Saturday to see what pests, practices, and produce are in the Gardens. Get some tips, and tricks to get the most from you own garden. Bring samples of mystery weeds, bugs or diseased plants from your garden to share! Meet in the Gardens, weather permitting. No registration required
- When: 10 to 11 a.m.
- Where: 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville
- Cost: Free
For more information, click here.
2019 May Day Race
The May Day Race is in its 21st year with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society.
The family-friendly race welcomes beginner, recreational and experienced runners and walkers.
- When: 9 to 11 a.m.
- Where: Water Tower Square, 1000 Commerce Park Drive, Williamsport
- Cost:
- $20 registration fee, by April 23, 2019 will guarantee a long sleeve race shirt.
- $25 registration fee after April 23, 2019, late registrations do not guarantee a race shirt.
For more information, click here.
43rd Annual Spring Show at Penn College
The men’s West Branch Barbershop Chorus, under the direction of Matt Poremsky, presents its 43rd Annual Spring Show at Penn College’s Klump Academic Center auditorium. The show is entitled A Little Bit of Love. In addition to the chorus staging a night of pure fun and family entertainment, the chorus will also feature two of their chapter quartets in this evening of all-barbershop entertainment. Also, special guest mixed-quartetBetter Together will be featured in the Show.
- When: 7 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Klump Academic Center at Pennsylvania College of Technology
- Cost: $15
For more information, click here.
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