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The Illusionists Magic of the Holidays at Wind Creek in Bethlehem

By Daisy Schneider — 2 years ago

Celebrate the holidays with the entire family at The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays, a mind-blowing showcase featuring jaw dropping talents of the most incredible illusionists on earth.

The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.

The Illusionists Magic of the Holidays at Wind Creek in Bethlehem

For tix and more info: The Illusionists at Wind Creek

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Lehigh Valley Haunted Poconos Park Offers Halloween Fun for Everyone

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

On Halloween weekend Oct 28-29, Lehigh Valley’s Haunted Poconos Park unleashes fun for all ages, with a slew of events from kid-friendly trick or treating to genuine thrills, even sit down dinner and a dance party.

And you’re invited!

Poconos Park is popular for its central location in North East Pennsylvania, with easy drives from NYC, Philly and the Lehigh Valley.

This time of year the road trip is gorgeous. But as you get closer, your view turns from romantic Autumn to haunted destination.

You drive deep into the dark woods, fog creeps around your car, moonlight pierces through the trees, howling wind makes screachy scratching sounds.

Just then, you expect Leatherface to run out sparking up his chainsaw – and the party hasn’t even started yet.

All of the festivities take place within walking distance at the newly-acquired Pocono Park, a huge indoor / outdoor destination that hosts concerts, theater shows, corporate events, weddings and private gatherings.

This weekend it’s transformed into a Halloween Haven.

Pocono Park manages to create Halloween for everyone, from you littlest goblin who wants candy, laughs, and no scares to the group of friends who want scares and thrills. Every Halloween and horror lover has a spot here.

For Halloween, event company From The Roots has taken over and promises thrills, smiles and memories for you, your friend and your family.

John M. Oakes, From The Roots

John M. Oakes who runs From The Roots , loves putting on a show and delights in every twist and turn from ultra scary, to the cutest moments.

Earlier this week, we got a preview tour of the most popular attraction – Playhouse of Horror.

It’s a fast-moving, screams around every corner, standing – crawling – jump fest. Pro tip: Go through it next to your friend who screams the most — it’ll +10 the whole experience for ya. The Playhouse is fun, fast-paced, well-designed and has the mark of any good maze, when it’s done you’re high-fiving your friends and wanting to get right back in line to go again.

But that’s not all. Oakes has a banquet planned and an 80’s throwback Dance Party.

Check out each event listed below

KID’S TRICK OR TREAT TRAIL

4 – 7 P.M.— (Children Ages 12 & Under):

Prior to sunset, children will be sent along a fright-free, wooded trail to gather candy treats, participate in interactive games, and meet a host of kid-friendly characters—with plenty of photo opportunity stations for parents along the way.

Cost is $5 per child with an accompanying adult.

PLAYHOUSE OF HORROR

6 – 10 P.M.— (Ages 13+):

Beginning at twilight, our “braver” and older guests can explore the more eerie dwellings of an authentic haunted house. Meet POCONOS PARK’s playful specters, murderous villains, and Goghoulish monsters. Take in our wonderful macabre displays and get a few jump-scares along the way. (Note: ONLY those in line before 10 P.M. will be admitted. Children aged 12 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult)

Early Bird Cost is $19.99 plus fees, Week Of Cost is $24.99 plus fees, and Day Of Cost is $29.99 plus fees. Grab a Skip The Line admission for only $39.99.

BLACK LAGOON BANQUET

5 – 8 P.M.—(All Ages):

Say “Bone-Appetit!” as we serve no tricks, just treats, at this otherworldly upscale dinner buffet. Enjoy delicious culinary treats and only the finest, delightful “spirits” curated especially for you by Event Hospitality Solutions. This family-friendly dinner will be served with paired wine from Blue Ridge Winery and distinguished ghostly guests. Tickets are LIMITED at $59.99 per guest (plus fees) and include “skip the line” admission to the Playhouse of Horror, access to the buffet, and one alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink per person. (Note: Additional alcoholic beverages cost extra.)

“SCREAM! AT THE LAKE” 90’s Throwback Dance Party

Friday, Oct. 28, 9 P.M. – 1.A.M. (21+):

Calling all ghosts and ghouls to scream with delight as we turn off the lights and on the 90s tunes! Join us down at the Lake House to enjoy some scary libations at the Bloody Bar and graze on some skull candy (aka yummy bar food). Dress to kill, as we’ll be giving away prizes for the most spine-chilling, the most scandalous, and the most striking costumes! (Must show valid ID to enter) Tickets are LIMITED at $49.99 per guest (plus fees), and includes “skip the line” admission to the Playhouse of Horror.

“CURSED CAMPGROUND” Electronic Music Dance Party

Saturday, Oct. 29, 9 P.M. – 1.A.M. (21+):

After you’ve had your pants scared off inside the Playhouse of Horror, join the crowd at the Cursed Campground at the Lake House! If you dare to venture through the cursed trails of this abandoned summer camp, you will reach the most electrifying dance party in the Poconos!

Costumes are encouraged, as prizes will be given away for various spooky categories. (Must show valid ID to enter) Tickets are LIMITED at $49.99 per guest and include “skip the line” admission to the Playhouse of Horror.

For tix and more info: Haunted Pocono Park

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No Tricks! Just Treats – Halloween Family Fun from Trunks in Upper Saucon Township Oct 23

By Sasha Sinclair — 2 years ago

No Tricks! Just Treats – Halloween Family Fun from Trunks in Upper Saucon Township Oct 23

Gear up the kids for a local Trunk or Treat held by Upper Saucon Township & the Southern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce, proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.

From 1-3pm on Sunday October 23, 2022 children will be able to walk around the parking lot at Hopewell Park 4695 W Hopewell Rd, Center Valley, PA 18034 to visit trunks of local businesses and organizations to receive candy or goodies for free.

There will be a DJ on site to pump the tunes and celebrate the Halloween holiday – maybe even some dancin’ if the kids are feeling it!

Families can pose for pictures by our face-in-a-hole festive board and “How Tall This Fall” board. Travelin’ Hot Dogs and Mon & Mel’s Sweet Scoops will be on site selling food for families to purchase.

Organizations setting up include: SoLeHi Girl Scouts, Southern Lehigh Public Library, Mary Kay, St Lukes Pediatrics, Crime Victims Council of the LV, and more!

Thank you to our sponsors who helped make this day possible: Designing Wealth Management by Raymond James and Penn State Lehigh Valley.

Executive Vice President of Affiliated Chambers Jessica O’Donnell-Gower shares:

“The Chamber loves partnering with Upper Saucon Township

for these community events to help connect local businesses with residents of the area

who may want need and want their product and to do business with them.

It’s the perfect crossover of business and community!”

The Chamber is still accepting businesses/vendors/organizations interested in setting up to give candy or goodies away.

Please email AshleyL@LehighValleyChamber.org or call (610) 739-1273 for more information! Sponsorship opportunities are still available as well.

See the Facebook event page here.

When: Sunday October 23, 2022 from 1-3p

Where: Hopewell Park 4695 W Hopewell Rd, Center Valley, PA 18034

Pricing Information: FREE for community to attend

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Lehigh Valley Humane Society Launches Oct 22 Community Day & Grand Opening!

By Daisy Schneider — 2 years ago

Lehigh Valley Humane Society Community Day & Grand Opening of Vet Clinic Oct 22

Come tour the brand-new building and celebrate the long-awaited grand reopening of the Lehigh Valley Humane Society on Oct 22

Lehigh Valley Humane Society

There will be live music, kids activities, pet caricatures, food trucks, and more.A ribbon cutting ceremony run by the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce will be at 12pm.

Lehigh Valley Humane Society CEO Hal Warner shares

“On October 22nd 2022, the Lehigh Valley Humane Society

will reintroduce ourselves with not only a new name, but a renewed commitment

to the people and the animals of the Lehigh Valley.

“…Our new state-of-the-art facility will feature over 100 new dog kennels, hundreds of square feet of free roaming cat space, outdoor play yards, dog training and animal grooming.

Lehigh Valley Humane Society

The new LVHS will also offer a brand-new full-service Community Vet Clinic that offers high-quality services at affordable prices. This reopening is a symbol of our ongoing mission to provide exceptional services to the animals of the Lehigh Valley and beyond.”

The nonprofit was founded in 1906 to provide a haven for homeless animals and to prevent cruelty to both animals and children. All homeless animals brought to them will find sanctuary and upon entering, each animal is examined, vaccinated, housed, and fed. In June of 2018 they launched their Community Vet Clinic, a much-needed program to enable responsible pet owners to get otherwise-inaccessible medical care for their pet.

Their mission drives their initiatives as they seek “to be the leading advocate for breeds such as pit bulls that often are left behind or ignored by other shelters. To provide high quality medical care for all animals and to offer financial assistance to those pet owners that cannot otherwise afford vet services. To match responsible pet seekers with their next best friend in order to find the perfect home for the animals in our care.”

Executive Vice President of Affiliated Chambers, Easton & Phillipsburg Area Initiatives, & Northern Tier Jessica O’Donnell-Gower looks forward to the celebration, “The Lehigh Valley Humane Society not only provides a tremendous service for our community and their furry friends, but they also act as true community partners with their involvement and support of other organizations. This Saturday is just one small way we can show up and show the support in return. We hope to see our community come out in full force for this milestone celebration of the Lehigh Valley Humane Society!”

Lehigh Valley Humane Society website: https://lehighvalleyhumanesociety.org/

Women’s Film Festival LUNAFEST coming to ArtsQuest November 3, 2022

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Women’s Film Festival LUNAFEST Comes to Bethlehem’s ArtsQuest November 3, 2022

By Sasha Sinclair — 2 years ago

Women’s Film Festival LUNAFEST coming to ArtsQuest November 3, 2022

LUNAFEST®, the fundraising film festival dedicated to championing women filmmakers and bringing people together in their communities, will be hosted at ArtsQuest, Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas in Bethlehem, PA on Thursday, Nov. 3 at 6:30 p.m., by Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley and Girls on the Run Pocono.

LUNAFEST features a program of short films that empower and inspire.

Women’s Film Festival LUNAFEST coming to ArtsQuest November 3, 2022

This year’s stories are told from a variety of perspectives that champion women and gender nonconforming individuals, highlighting their aspirations, accomplishments, resilience, strength, and connection.

The recommend age for the film festival is age 13+.

All proceeds from LUNAFEST will benefit Girls on the Run and will provide local program scholarships for those in need.

LUNAFEST, in collaboration with Chicken & Egg pictures, also supports women nonfiction filmmakers whose artful and innovative storytelling catalyzes social change.

Women’s Film Festival LUNAFEST coming to ArtsQuest November 3, 2022

Thus far, LUNAFEST, which is created and funded by LUNA®, has raised more than $6.5 Million for nonprofit organizations, featured 170 women filmmakers, and hosted over 2,700 screenings across the US and Canada.

More information: https://www.lunafest.org/

WHEN: Thursday, November 3, 2022
SHOW TIME: 6:30pm (approximately 2 hours)
WHERE: Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas, Bethlehem
TICKETS: $35 (entry, popcorn, drink, goodie bag)
PURCHASE TICKETS: https://www.steelstacks.org/event/13239/lunafest-a-benefit-for-girls-on-the-run/

Lehigh Valley's Top Halloween Events in 2022

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Lehigh Valley’s Top Halloween Events in 2022 (Updated)

By Contributor — 2 years ago

October is here! Time for Lehigh Valley’s Top Halloween Events in 2022

There’s plenty of ways to celebrate the spooky season this year in the Lehigh Valley, from ghost stories and walking tours, to family friendly fun, and of course, some adult-level screams and scares.

We’re listing them all out for you, and updating them as we discover more.

Lehigh Valley’s Top Halloween Events in 2022

Bethlehem’s Death & Dying Cemetery Tour

Take a walk – if you dare – on Bethlehem’s historic cemetery tour!

Your certified, costumed guide will meet you inside the oldest building in Bethlehem, from the 1700s. Witness death and destruction. Then escape outdoors to hear the story of the Corpse House and more morbidity. End your tour at the oldest (and some say haunted) cemetery in the city

More info and tix: https://store.historicbethlehem.org/tickets-donations/

Nazareth’s Spooky Lantern-Led Historic Walking Tour

Head to Nazareth for a Spooky Lantern-Led Tour (October 21-22 & 28-29) which features ghost stories of Nazareth. Their costume-guided tour provides an overview of the historic city and the spookiest stories about the area.

More info and tix here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spooky-lantern-led-historic-nazareth-walking-tour-tickets-418063317637

Lehigh Valley’s Top Halloween Events in 2022

Hellertown’s Crystal Cave Ghost Lantern Tours

See Crystal Cave (October 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29) by a different light!

Experience the spooky, the sinister, the ghostly as this haunted cave. Their guides, dressed in Victorian clothing, reveal the unexplained and mysterious incidents that have occurred at the caves.

More info and tix here: https://crystalcavepa.com/events/

Downtown Bethlehem’s Historic Haunts of Downtown Bethlehem Ghost Tour

For a night of scares and thrills, take a journey into the past and the paranormal on Moravian Book Shop’s original candle-lit walking tour!

Learn the legends and lore of over a dozen locations, from ghostly soldiers, to a spirited songstress who continues to entertain. You’ll hear tales of unrequited love, ladies seeking justice, and spooks who have saved the day!

Tours run weekends throughout October.

For more information and tix: https://www.painns.com/events/bethlehem-historic-haunts-of-downtown-bethlehem-ghost-tours

Lehigh Valley’s Top Halloween Events in 2022

Easton’s Ghost Tours

This Halloween, things are getting Eerie in Easton!

Take a tour about murder, mischief, and misadventure in the Downtown Easton Historic District.

From a mobster’s murder to the witches of Hexenkopf Hill, Easton’s history is filled with dark tales of suspicious disappearances, strange coincidences (or are they?), and disastrous journeys.

This year’s tour features four new locations, as well as the return of six of their most popular stories.

For more information and tix: https://sigalmuseum.org/event/eerie-easton-walking-tours/

Easton’s Haunted Hugh Moore Park

Running October 20, 21, 27, 28

Enjoy an evening of spookery in the park.

A special Halloween ride on the Josiah White II canal boat, a ghost walk to the locktender’s house, ghost stories, hay ride and lots of fun activities and snacks.

For more information and tix: https://canals.org/events/haunted-hugh-moore-park

Dorney Park’s Great Pumpkin Fest

All fun and no fear for your family

Great Pumpkin Fest offers one-of-a-kind Halloween events for kids throughout the park! Located in Wildwater Kingdom, you’ll find family-friendly activities, games, play zones, costume contests, dance parties and more! Around every hay bale you can catch toe-tapping, live entertainment and grab a comfy seat to just kick back and take it all in.

Activities include: Daisy Hill Tractor Stomp, Charlie Brown’s Craft Corner, Peanuts character meet and greet.

For more information and tix: https://www.dorneypark.com/events/great-pumpkin-fest

Dorney Park’s Halloween Haunt is back!

Be scared and hold on tight. Hundreds of terrifying ghouls and ghosts soar into the park, all ready to turn your nightmares into reality.

Haunted mazes, scare zones, and live entertainment bring your blood to a boil at this not-for-kids event.

More info here: https://lehighvalley.flavrreport.com/dorney-park-halloween-haunt-sept-16-oct-29/

Hersheypark is preparing for A Spooky Season this year

Hersheypark’s “Dark Nights” will feature both scare zones and full haunted house experiences.

The event will include midways that transform from enchanting to unnerving with three Scare Zones, eerie to intense, included with a general admission ticket to Hersheypark Halloween.

Also included in Dark Nights are four horrifying haunted houses.

Besides the new haunted experiences, Hersheypark has extended its Halloween season to include seven weekends, starting on Sept. 17 and running until Oct. 30.

More info here; https://lehighvalley.flavrreport.com/hersheypark-anncs-new-2022-halloween-experiences/

Lehigh Valley Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo is a three weekend event!

October 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 & 30

Trick-or-treat each day from 10AM-3:30PM at candy & treat stations throughout the Zoo!

Enjoy music and dancing with DJ Ray from Fling-a-Things from 12-2PM on the final weekend, October 29 and 30!

Plenty of themed crafts and activities plus pumpkin patch and more!

More information here: https://www.lvzoo.org/boo/

In Easton Crayola’s Screamin’ Green Hauntoween

This event is CHALK-full of spooky happenings: a themed scavenger hunt, spook-tastic crafts, character photo ops, and more!

All included with admission. Have a Screamin’ Green good time while exploring Crayola’s 29 creative attractions. Plus every weekend they host trick-or-treating.

September 24th-October 31st!

For more information: https://www.crayolaexperience.com/easton/things-to-do/screamin-green-hauntoween

Pocono’s Electrifying Jack O’ Lantern experience

This spooky season come out and experience the area’s coolest, most unique Halloween event.

Created for kids of all ages, this walk-through Jack O’ Lantern experience is sure to become a family tradition.

A family friendly walk through experience on the grounds of The West End fairgrounds, featuring thousands of hand-carved pumpkins displayed in a creative and artistic exhibit.

There’s nothing “scary” about it. Very family-friendly.

The average walk time to walk through is about 45 minutes, but you can take as long as you’d like – it’s ideal for the ‘gram, to stop and take pictures.

Warning: Tickets must be pre-purchased online. All tickets have a timed reservation entrance time, and no one will be admitted without a pre-purchased ticket. Children two and under are free.

For more information and tix: https://www.poconomountains.com/event/the-electrifying-jack-o-lantern-experience/20752/

Dorney Park's Halloween Haunt, is back Sept. 16 - Oct. 29

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Lehigh Valley’s premier Halloween event, Dorney Park’s Halloween Haunt, is back Sept. 16 – Oct. 29

By Staff — 2 years ago

The Lehigh Valley’s premier Halloween event, Halloween Haunt, is back with a vengeance for 2022.

They are releasing hundreds of terrifying ghouls and ghosts into the park, all ready to turn your nightmares into reality.

Every corner is cursed with haunted scare mazes,

scare zones and

live (or maybe not live) entertainment.

Hordes of hungry zombies and blood-thirsty vampires eagerly await you – i.e. their next meal.

And those wicked screams!

There’s just no escaping them. Add world-class thrill rides that instill a brand of fear all their own and you’ve got an extreme, supreme Halloween event and – dare we say it? – FUN. They’ll scare the living daylights out of you, but it’s an AMAZING night and…

one of Pennsylvania’s best things to do for Halloween.

Fear is waiting for you.

Dorney Park’s Halloween Haunt, is back Sept. 16 – Oct. 29

CarnEvil

The Clowns of CarnEVIL are a unique Company, outcasts, rejected and let go from a former show that they have resided with before. The reasons these clowns were let go is not exactly known, however rumor has it these individuals have something odd and not quite right about them, wreaking havoc and turmoil wherever they go. Serving up tricks that make even the bravest of men jump and tremble, and treats that have been rotting for some time, making those with even the strongest of stomachs queasy.

What started out as a simple traveling Halloween carnival featuring clowns, has turned into something more akin to a twisted and evil horror show.

Step right up!

Dorney Park’s Halloween Haunt, is back Sept. 16 – Oct. 29

Dystopia

In a distant but close future, exactly two centuries from now in 2222, a lot has changed in society, or what’s left of it. Unfortunately, government has devolved to nothing as technology and media made the last surviving humans turn to a more rogue lifestyle with an obsession of who they are not.

Anthropomorphic, obsessing over their ancient heritage, deeming themselves deities or other bizarre avatars, everyone remaining have done drastic things over the years to turn themselves as physically realistically possible into the online personas they’ve claimed to be and match their virtual profile pictures. These individuals had been named ‘The Rust Rogues.’

Any human they find who hasn’t been corrupted is an otherworldly sight to them, and some tight-knit communities respond to strangers with nothing, acceptance, or drive them away, generally with fear and noise. Those in the community who hate sound don’t thrive as successfully as those who love it and show it.

Strength does come in numbers, which has made the more extroverted Rust Rogues gather in smaller communities, each one having their own different morals, hunting strategies and hierarchies.

Within each group, they’re all finding ways to stay alive and well in the harsh world they’re forced to call home.

Dorney Park’s Halloween Haunt, is back Sept. 16 – Oct. 29

Port of Call

The scallywags here may seem friendly, but cross just one of them, and you might end up at the bottom of Davy Jones’ Locker.

Dorney Park’s Halloween Haunt, is back Sept. 16 – Oct. 29

The Hollow

The Hollow captures the spirit of Halloween with dazzling décor and eye-catching pumpkin displays of all shapes and sizes. Visit while sunlight shines and it’s sure to make any jack-o-lantern smile.

As darkness falls, mist rolls into The Hollow, bringing a still, eeriness to the once friendly Halloween pumpkin patch. As you make your way through the winding vines, you find yourself face-to-face with ghoulish, flickering pumpkin carvings. Did that one just move? Step in for a closer look and find out if these pumpkins really are alive or if it’s just your imagination playing tricks on you.

Dorney Park’s Halloween Haunt, is back Sept. 16 – Oct. 29

The Lair

Each night of Halloween Haunt you can journey into the catacombs and tombs of the most feared creatures of Transylvania to bear witness to the abomination of the children of the night. Over a century’s worth of blood starved vampires lurk around each corner of their daytime prison as they wait for the curtain of darkness to shadow their search for the liquid of the living. The damned and demonic hellions with needle sharp fangs call you to quench their need for fresh blood.

Watch your neck and clutch your garlic before you join the ranks of the barbaric and ravenous living dead in this haunted house. Only you can discover the truth of THE LAIR.

The Front Bottoms Stop at Sherman Theater on North American Tour 2022

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The Front Bottoms Stop in Poconos at Stroudsburg’s Sherman Theater Sept 15

By Ruben Kellermen — 2 years ago

The Front Bottoms Stop at Sherman Theater on North American Tour 2022

Indie-rock outfit The Front Bottoms bring their 2022 tour to the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Thursday, September 15.

Opening for the band will be The Joy Formidable and Mobley.

In support of their new EP, Theresa, The Front Bottoms will hit the road for a five-week headline tour across North America.

The EP is led by the single “More Than It Hurts You.”

The five song collection serves as the third installment of the band’s popular Grandma EP series and features new recordings of never before released fan favorite songs.

During 2014, the guys unveiled the Rose EP named in honor of drummer Mat Uychich’s late grandmother who passed the same year. Four years later, the Ann EP followed in 2018 named after guitarist and vocalist Brian Sella’s grandmother. Theresa finds The Front Bottoms continuing the tradition by reheating tracks from their earliest days and properly releasing them for the first time.

The Front Bottoms headlined a special sold out three show residency at Jersey City’s White Eagle Hall this summer.

The Jersey City shows marked the first live performances from The Front Bottoms since the 2021 iteration of their popular year-end bash, Champagne Jam. Last year, The Front Bottoms shared the standalone singles “Lover Boy” and “Voodoo Magic,” the latter of which the band enlisted Matt Skiba of Blink-182 and Alkaline Trio to play guitar on.

Comprised of guitarist/vocalist Brian Sella and drummer Mathew Uychich, The Front Bottoms have gripped listeners and press around the world with their ragged honesty and emotional urgency.

In 2020, The Front Bottoms released their celebrated album, In Sickness & In Flames, a twelve song collection produced by Mike Sapone. A.V. Club declared, “The Front Bottoms are as vibrant as ever on In Sickness & In Flames, a reliably great collection of folk-punk anthems that rattle the soul with crunchy riffs, electrifying hooks, and Brian Sella’s idiosyncratic lyricism, which remains as amiable as it is anxiety-ridden.”

The Alternative detailed, “While In Sickness & In Flames was written prior to the pandemic, so much of it feels so tethered to our present collective experience, from the introspection and reflective growth that is showcased in the songwriting, to the sweeping highs and lows of the music itself. This album is the perfect companion piece to the anxiety of standing in the face of uncertainty.”

Show: The Front Bottoms with special guests The Joy Formidable and Mobley

Date: September 15, 2022

Time: Doors at 7:00 PM; Show at 8:00 PM

Switchfoot 'This Is Our Christmas' Tour at Penn's Peak

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Switchfoot ‘This Is Our Christmas’ Tour at Penn’s Peak Sunday, Dec 4

By Daisy Schneider — 2 years ago

Penn’s Peak announces Switchfoot ‘This Is Our Christmas Tour’ performs Sunday, Dec 4

Grammy Award winning rock band Switchfoot announces their new LP, this is our Christmas album, out November 4th.

Marking the band’s first-ever holiday record, this is our Christmas album finds Switchfoot infusing their signature West Coast sound to a number of holiday classics and five, new original Christmas songs.

Cheery, nostalgic and brimming with sunshine,

the 11 track collection was inspired by everyone from the Beach Boys to Black Flag

and promises to be the perfect soundtrack for the holiday season with a new California twist.

“Christmas is an emotional treasure chest for a songwriter to pull from,” lead Singer Jon Foreman says.

“It’s a season stretched tight with contradictions: celebrating the free gifts of love and grace with an outburst of materialist capitalist consumption. An emotional roller coaster of family and friends, hopes and scars- bringing out the worst and the best in all of us.” A project that’s been years in the making, this is our Christmas album, wraps its arms wide around these contradictions.

Alongside the album announcement, Switchfoot announces their North American “this is our Christmas tour” which sees the band visiting Napa, Detroit, Monterey, Anaheim and more.

Switchfoot’s live show is a force to be reckoned with, and the band’s first Christmas tour is no exception. Since the band’s creation they’ve performed to sold out audiences in over 40 countries and have racked up over five million tickets sold. These shows are going to be special as the group, that’s been described as “definition of cool” by Vulture, will perform one Christmas themed set, and another set filled with the band’s classic hits like “Dare You To Move,” “Meant to Live” and more.

“It’s truly incredible the way music connects us all: making even strangers feel like family,” Jon Foreman says. “To celebrate this season, singing these songs together in the same room is a gift that we can’t wait to unwrap. We’re so excited to head out on our first Christmas tour ever!”

Artist pre-sale begins today, September 7th at 12pm local time, local tour pre-sales start

Thursday, September 8th at 10am local time, and general tour on-sale begins Friday,

September 9th at 12pm local time. See below for full routing. Purchase tickets here:

https://switchfoot.com/pages/tour

this is our Christmas album is a follow up to 2021’s interobang, which saw the band opt for raw 60’s era pop-infused feel and straying away from their typical rock sound. Penned through the pandemic, interrobang celebrates the journey when the destination is unsure. It illustrates the contrast between joy and pain, faith and doubt, and marks a bold new creative peak for the multi-platinum rockers.

Bucks County's 54th Annual Pennridge Gallery of the Arts Returns on September 18!

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Bucks County’s 54th Annual Pennridge Gallery of the Arts Returns on September 18!

By Sasha Sinclair — 2 years ago

54^th Annual Pennridge Gallery of the Arts Returns on September 18!

The Pennridge Gallery Of The Arts will return to Sellersville Borough’s Main Street on September 18, 2022 from 12-5 PM.

With dozens of fine artists and crafters, live music, food trucks, adult beverages, family activities and more, this family-friendly event entertains hundreds of visitors throughout the afternoon.

“We’re thrilled to be returning to Sellersville and growing our festival back to pre-COVID numbers,”

said Kylie Adams-Weiss,

Chairperson for the Pennridge Gallery of the Arts.

“While we may not be as large as in years past, our talented artists and crafters are sure to impress. With traditional media like painting, drawing, printmaking, to photography, graphic design, ceramics and handmade goods, there is a little bit of something for everyone! We hope the community will continue to celebrate and embrace the artists as they do each year.”

Bucks County’s 54th Annual Pennridge Gallery of the Arts Returns on September 18!

Main Street, Sellersville, will be closed for the festival from Green Street to Elm Street, and access to local businesses will be encouraged.

The Picker’s Junction, Next Chapter Bookstore, Johnny Roc’s Pizza, the Washington House and Koolick’s, among others, will be open to the public for those who wish to get out of the sun and support local.

BuxMont Awards will be opening their door to house the 2022 Featured Artist, Micah Myerov.

“Micah’s work is as unique and innovative as it is beautiful,”

said Adams-Weiss.

“We’re happy to have a local Perkasie artist on display at BuxMont Awards this year.” Myerov, who received his BFA in Fine Art Painting from Corcoran Colllege of Art and Design and completed his graduate work in 3D Visual Effects at the Vancouver Film School, works as a freelance sculptor in the entertainment, movie and collectibles industries. His work will be featured in a solo exhibition at BuxMont Awards from 12-5 PM.

Bucks County’s 54th Annual Pennridge Gallery of the Arts Returns on September 18!

Live music will feature local musicians from throughout Bucks County, including Andrew Lobby, JWC Music Studio, St. John’s Wort, the Hometown Trio, Greg Masters, and Elle Gyandoh. In addition, performances from Shanteel Yoga, Dance Works of Quakertown, and Action Karate of Telford. A children’s area will also feature Chippy the Clown and a petting zoo with Callowhill Alpacas.

Craft and Artist Vendors are invited to apply through September 9. Information on registration can be found on the Pennridge Gallery of the Arts website.

Bucks County’s 54th Annual Pennridge Gallery of the Arts Returns on September 18!

Join us and experience a Bucks County tradition that has been 54 years in the making.

For more information, please visit https://www.galleryofthearts.org/.

Please note: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending this festival, you and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold The Pennridge Gallery of the Arts including partnerships; the event venue; or other parties such as caterer or production company; or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.

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When: September 18, 2022 from 12-5 PM

Pricing Information: Free to attend, items for purchase.

Sponsors (as of 8/30/2022): Moyer Indoor Outdoor, Penn Community Bank, A&T Chevrolet, The Sellersville Theatre, The Community at Rockhill.

Local Business Partners include: Bacchat Designs, BuxMont Awards, Images Salon & Spa, JT Bankers Tavern, Kaleidoscope Angels, Kool-Licks, The Next Chapter Bookstore, The Pickers Junction & The Washington House.

Earlier this week, we got a preview tour of the most popular attraction – Playhouse of Horror.

KID’S TRICK OR TREAT TRAIL

PLAYHOUSE OF HORROR

BLACK LAGOON BANQUET

“SCREAM! AT THE LAKE” 90’s Throwback Dance Party

“CURSED CAMPGROUND” Electronic Music Dance Party

Come tour the brand-new building and celebrate the long-awaited grand reopening of the Lehigh Valley Humane Society on Oct 22

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Bethlehem’s Death & Dying Cemetery Tour

Nazareth’s Spooky Lantern-Led Historic Walking Tour

Hellertown’s Crystal Cave Ghost Lantern Tours

Downtown Bethlehem’s Historic Haunts of Downtown Bethlehem Ghost Tour

Easton’s Ghost Tours

Easton’s Haunted Hugh Moore Park

Dorney Park’s Great Pumpkin Fest

Dorney Park’s Halloween Haunt is back!

Hersheypark is preparing for A Spooky Season this year

Lehigh Valley Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo

In Easton Crayola’s Screamin’ Green Hauntoween

Pocono’s Electrifying Jack O’ Lantern experience

one of Pennsylvania’s best things to do for Halloween.

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