‘River of Dreams’ – Billy Joel tribute band, Avi Wisnia, to Benefit Rehabilitation of Pocono Wildlife at The Sherman Theater June 7.
The Sherman Theater is hosting a concert on the Summerstage, 648 Route 115 in Saylorsburg on Wednesday, June 7 at 7:00 PM which will raise funds to benefit the rehabilitation of Pocono wildlife.
Featured performers are the River of Dreams band, a tribute to Billy Joel with special guest Avi Wisnia.
For each ticket purchased in advance at ShermanTheater.com using the Promo Code WILDLIFE, the Theater will give back to the community and donate $5.00 to the cause.
“The Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife provides humane care for injured, orphaned and sick wildlife for the purpose of returning them to the wild. In addition, we provide education and information to the public about wild natural resources in the Poconos and we depend on donations to continue our work,” said Executive Director Susan Downing.
At the concert, River Of Dreams will faithfully recreate the sound and the feel of Billy Joel’s classic songs. This experience brings Billy Joel’s music to life performing such standards as:
- You May Be Right
- Allentown
- Captain Jack
- New York State of Mind
- Scenes From an Italian Restaurant
- We Didn’t Start The Fire
- Only The Good Die Young
- It’s Still Rock & Roll To Me
…and many, many more.
When a live band can get people to dance and sing along AND raise funds for Pocono wildlife, it is sure to be a magical evening.
The gates open at 6:15 and the show starts with the music of Avi Wisnia.
Wisnia is an award-winning singer/songwriter, finding inspiration in 1950’s west-coast jazz, acoustic American folk, Brazilian bossa nova, and contemporary piano pop. His clever lyrics give a knowing nod to his contemporaries, while his smooth vocals and deft piano skills assure you that this is truly something new.
“This is a perfect opportunity for folks to come out and celebrate community with friends and family.
Listen to great music, raise some funds to support The Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife, and enjoy a summer evening together,”
Sherman Theater President and CEO Rich Berkowitz
Patrons are welcome to bring camp chairs and blankets, food and one factory sealed water bottle. Food trucks and beverage tent will be selling food, beer, wine, and nonalcoholic drinks. Kids 12 and under get in FREE. No pets allowed. Free parking.
Fundraising opportunities may be available for other shows in the Community Concert Series.
If your nonprofit organization would like to be a part of these events, email brenda@shermantheater.com.
Show: River of Dreams – Music of Billy Joel, with Avi Wisnia
Sherman Summerstage – 648 Route 115, Saylorsburg at Blue Ridge Flea Market
Wednesday, June 7
Doors at 6:15, Show at 7:00
Tickets at ShermanTheater.com / Promo Code WILDLIFE
The Sherman Theater is Monroe County’s only nationally ranked, non-profit theater and performing arts center. Located in downtown Stroudsburg, PA, the Sherman Theater has proudly served the Pocono region for 90 years. The Theater and Performing Arts Center is committed to strengthening the community by producing culturally-diverse, nationally-known professional acts and festivals at the theater and at satellite locations throughout Monroe County for people of all ages, by providing an opportunity for local artists to perform, and by creating economic development in the region. The Sherman Theater projects and events attract over 100,000 visitors to the Pocono Region annually.
For more information call 570-420-2808 or visit www.shermantheater.com
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Lehigh Stunned by Sweet Innovation From America’s #1 Cookie Brand
Biggest Cookie Innovation Ever, Chips Ahoy Big Chewy Cookies! From America’s #1 Cookie Brand
The cookie experts at Chips Ahoy! are at it again – this time showing up bigger than ever before.
Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie
Introducing the Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie – an entirely new product line from America’s #1 chocolate chip cookie brand.
As the brand that is “Here for Happy,” this innovation from Chips Ahoy! brings cookie lovers an offering that is over three times the size of Chips Ahoy! Regular Chewy in an individually wrapped pack, making it the ideal go-to snack for splitting with a friend.
These new Chips Ahoy Big Chewy Cookies will up the ante in snack aisles and convenience stores across the country. Designed with Gen-Z Chips Ahoy! lovers in mind – this oversized treat is perfect for on-the-go snacking during their busy lives or to split with a friend.
Boasting chocolatey chips over four times larger than the iconic Chips Ahoy! Chewy cookie for a bigger, more chocolatey bite, the cookie itself clocks in with a diameter over three times the size, and will be available in three delicious flavors:
- Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie: Delivering classic Chips Ahoy! Chewy flavor now bigger and with the just the right amount of chocolatey chips to compliment the larger cookie and its soft-baked texture.
- Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie, Chocolatey Brownie: A decadent brownie-flavored base takes indulgence up a notch and delivers an extra chocolatey bite for even the biggest sweet-tooth.
- Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie, Chocolatey Caramel: Delicious caramel-flavored chips blend with the iconic sweetness of the Chips Ahoy! chocolatey chips to create a delicious mash-up of caramel and chocolatey flavors to deliver a big, indulgent bite.
“From our original cookies to our newest innovations, Chips Ahoy! fans have long enjoyed our iconic brand and mouthwatering flavors,” said Jen Levin, Senior Brand Manager for Chips Ahoy! US. “For over 60 years, Chips Ahoy! cookies have been the go-to cookie for chocolate chip cookie lovers of all ages. Now, with the launch of Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookies, we’re excited to be their on-the-go cookie choice as well, offering indulgence and happiness in each big, delicious bite. And perhaps the best part of all? Their bigger size means you have enough Chips Ahoy! deliciousness to share with a friend!”
Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie will begin rolling out to retailers nationwide starting in October. Each 2.5 oz pack will be available for an SRP $2.29 at convenience stores. For more information on Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie, follow @chipsahoy on Instagram and @theofficialchipsahoy on TikTok to follow the latest Big Chewy Cookie news.
Lehigh Invaded with Scary-good whiskies this Halloween: J. Mattingly 1845 Welcomes Fall with New Whiskey Offerings
Scary-good whiskies this Halloween: J. Mattingly 1845 Welcomes Fall with New Whiskey Offerings
J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery is debuting scary-good whiskies this fall, with its first fall spiced Bourbon 31 Blended Bourbon and the ability to customize your own whiskey for your Halloween festivities through its J. Mattingly 1845 craft your bottle program.
Bourbon 31 Blended Bourbon is a play on the brand’s Bourbon 30 Bourbon brand and this limited-edition release was created for the Halloween season.
Bourbon 31 is a blend of three whiskies which have all undergone J. Mattingly 1845’s Double Staving™ process and the blend consists of 51 percent Bourbon, 29 percent Light Whiskey and 20 percent Rye Whiskey. Double Staving is a proprietary process used by J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery that gives the whiskey inside the barrels additional surface exposure to charred barrel staves to impart more flavor and color.
The Double Staved Classic Bourbon used in this blend has just scored a 96 from famed Whiskey Bible author Jim Murray.
The Bourbon 31 Blended Bourbon was created by J. Mattingly 1845’s team of expert blenders to reflect the flavors typically associated with fall. “When we blended these three whiskies, we were looking for a flavor profile that reflects flavors typically associated with fall, such as pumpkin and cinnamon while matching the light-hearted fun we’re having by changing the brand name from Bourbon 30 to Bourbon 31 to celebrate the Halloween season,” said Harry Richart, president, J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery.
Tasting notes for this bourbon describe it as having a nose of nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla and walnut, with the flavors of brown sugar, cinnamon, and fall baking spices on the palate. On the finish, pumpkin bread, baker’s chocolate and seasoned oak are prevalent.
Bourbon 31 is available online and at the J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery in Frankfort, KY. Suggested retail pricing is $60 for a 750 mL and it is 98 proof.
J. Mattingly 1845 Custom Whiskey Program is the “Choose Your Own Adventure” of the whiskey world by allowing the buyer to choose between double staved™ bourbon, light whiskey or rye whiskey recipes, select their bottle shape, customize their own label, and even choose their own wax color from every color of the rainbow! This program is available online and in person at the Distillery and can result in some frighteningly fun labels and Halloween-themed wax colors. Imagine expressing your innermost devilish (or angelic) thoughts on the bourbon bottle you give your favorite boo.
Pricing for the custom bottles start at $120 for a 750 mL bottle and shipping is available to 46 states.
About J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery
The Mattingly family has been synonymous with distilling in Kentucky for more than two centuries, having a hand in the development of at least nine separate distilleries in the Commonwealth.
It all started in 1845, with John Graves Mattingly’s first distillery in Marion County, Kentucky, Registered Distillery #2.
In 2010 Jeff Mattingly took up the family mantle and started his own craft bourbon business. Today, Jeff’s son Cameron has joined the team as Vice President of Production, continuing the legacy into the latest generation for J. Mattingly Distillery 1845 in Frankfort, Kentucky. Together father and son offer their proprietary double staving process as well as a custom bourbon blending experience unparalleled in the spirits industry, available on-site in Frankfort or online at https://jmattingly1845.com/build-a-bottle/
Basketball legend Brings Lehigh ‘Hennessy Limited Edition by LeBron James’, available September 30
Basketball legend Introduces Hennessy Limited Edition by LeBron James
Hennessy, the world’s leading cognac, and basketball legend LeBron James are proud to unveil ‘Hennessy Limited Edition by LeBron James’ – a V.S bottle collaboration available globally starting on September 30, 2024.
This first-time collaboration between Hennessy and LeBron James unites two giants in their respective fields and brings an unexpected twist to fans and the industry alike. Their mutual respect, shared drive for excellence and commitment to pushing boundaries makes this partnership a celebration of greatness and serves as a reminder that Hennessy is made for more.
“As an admirer of Hennessy and its iconic brand, I’ve always appreciated its commitment to basketball and how it celebrates the sport’s influence on and off the court,”
lebron James
“I was fortunate enough to visit the Maison in Cognac a while back, and seeing the care and craftsmanship that go into creating each bottle was pretty incredible. This collaboration represents a shared sense of dedication and discovery coming to life for everyone to enjoy.”
The limited-edition bottle features fresh, vibrant and distinctive designs which nod to James’ impact on and off the court. Both the bottle and gift box showcase an illustrative portrait of James in purple and orange. The iconic Hennessy Bras Armé is reimagined, sporting a sleeve as a tribute to James and intertwined with his trademark crown. The blend will remain the same and continue to deliver on the bold, yet smooth character that has made Hennessy V.S one of the most popular cognacs in the world.
“We are elated to officially welcome LeBron James to the Hennessy family after many years of mutual admiration and friendship,” said Antoine Varlet, Senior Vice President, Hennessy U.S. “LeBron is not just a basketball star, but someone who redefines boundaries in sport, style, culture and beyond. This partnership is more than just a collaboration, it’s a statement about what’s possible when two cultural icons come together.”
To highlight the cognac’s versatility, James put a fresh twist on the Hennessy Margarita cocktail featuring Hennessy V.S, lime juice, orange liqueur, orange juice and agave syrup. The addition of orange juice comes directly from James, inspired by a recent tasting experience in Cognac where he experienced the different possibilities of the spirit and discovered that Hennessy is enjoyed more than just neat, complementing a wide range of serves. This follows the release of Hennessy’s “Made for more” campaign, which shows how any drink or occasion can be made ‘more’ when you add Hennessy. Find the full recipe on hennessy.com.
The ‘Hennessy Limited Edition by LeBron James’ V.S will be available for purchase starting September 30, 2024.
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The Piano Guys Return To Easton’s The State Theatre Sept 15
The Piano Guys Return To Easton’s The State Theatre on September 15, 2022.
Since their serendipitous start in a Southern Utah piano shop, THE PIANO GUYS have proven to be a powerhouse group without limits.
Arriving as a musical phenomenon seemingly overnight, the quartet of Jon Schmidt [pianist, songwriter], Steven Sharp Nelson [cellist, songwriter], Paul Anderson [producer, videographer], and Al van der Beek [music producer, songwriter] have delivered bold compositions that transcend boundaries of style and genre, a boundlessness that has since translated into a massively-successful career.
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Their 2020 album release “10” was a celebration of The Piano Guys’ 10-year anniversary. The album included their most popular hits from the past 10 years as well as brand-new arrangements. Steven and Jon are gearing up to hit the road to perform their new music and share their great humor.
For more info and tickets to The Piano Guys at Easton’s State Theatre.
The Piano Guys explain further:
So many people inspire us, our music and our videos.
When we began as The Piano Guys, we drew our inspiration from sources we’ve known all our lives – family, God, nature, classical composers and others we’ve looked up to.
We could never have imagined all the stories we’ve received from people who have listened to our music and watched our videos since we began – stories that have made us laugh and that have made us cry; stories that have motivated us to reach even higher; stories that have kept us going when we’ve wondered how we can.
These people and their stories are the reason we are The Piano Guys and the reason we never want to stop making music videos. If you are one of these people, thank you from all of us for being our inspiration.
VIP Meet & Greet Package:
- One (1) Premium Reserved Seat in the first 2 Rows.
- Meet Jon and Steve! Say Hello and snap a photo with them after the show!
- Commemorative VIP Laminate
- Exclusive Merchandise
VIP Limited Edition Merchandise Package:
- One (1) Premium Reserved Seat
- Commemorative VIP Laminate
- Exclusive Merchandise
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Hellertown-Lower Saucon Kicks Off the Holiday Season at ‘Light Up Night’ Fri Nov 25th
The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Mobile Technology Graphics are proud to present the 2022 Light Up Night on Friday, November 25th from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM in the Morris J. Dimmick Park.
Join them for a fun-filled evening as they kick off the holiday season with what is shaping up to be their biggest holiday celebration yet!
“We could not be more thrilled with how this event is turning out!”,
said Jessica O’Donnell-Gower
“We could not be more thrilled with how this event is turning out!”, said Jessica O’Donnell-Gower, Executive Vice President of Affiliated Chambers and the Northern Tier for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
“This event and the participation has grown over the last few years is truly incredible. We’re bringing back our crowd favorites and adding a few twists to keep it fresh. The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber Board,my team, and I look forward to welcoming everyone back to Morris J. Dimmick Park for a spectacular night. This is the ultimate kick-off to the holiday season and a great way to ignite your holiday spirit!”
The evening is jam-packed with family activities for people of all ages!
The evening is jam-packed with family activities for people of all ages! Live reindeer will be back at this year’s event along with an ice carving demonstration and holiday characters. Children’s activities will be available with local nonprofits and businesses, as well as cash wagon rides that will be ongoing throughout the evening and cash pony rides, this year, too!
In addition, free hot chocolate, coffee, cider, and cookies will be available for attendees! A holiday craft market called Vendor Alley, will be hosted in Dewey Fire Company’s Social Hall, Frontline at the Dewey, featuring local vendors.
Food will be available outdoors from, Hausman Fruit Farm, Cosmic Kettle Corn, Big Poppa’s Backyard BBQ, RK Mobile Foods, and Why Not Burgerz.
Cash adult beverages will be provided by Lost Tavern Brewing, Black River Farms Vineyard and Winery, Wardog Spirits, and well as Five Maidens Cidery (with 10% of all their proceeds benefiting our community).
The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber will also be handing out 500 Holiday Shopping Booklets with coupons from local businesses, as they encourage people to #shoplocal for the holiday season.
Presenting Sponsor, Zac Estojak of Mobile Technology Graphics, shared, “MTG is proud to partner with the HLS Chamber and the Hellertown Borough to help produce this annual holiday tradition for our local community. With chaos going on all around us, this event gives everybody in the community a few hours to slow down and come together while kicking off the festive Holiday Season. From doing events around the United States, Hellertown has some of the best community based events in the nation and when we see people leave Light Up Night in the joyful holiday spirit, this is confirmed.”
Entertainment will begin in Morris J. Dimmick Park at 4:00 PM. For a full list of performers, view the website. The Tree Lighting will commence with Santa’s arrival at 7:00 PM, followed by pictures with Santa and a special giveaway for each child at 7:10 PM.
Kim Rosario, Chair of the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber’s Board, commented, “As the holidays draw near and our signature event, Light Up Night, approaches, we would like to extend a special thanks to our committee, volunteers, and sponsors for their continued dedication throughout the year.
This event has so many moving parts and it would not be possible without them. We can’t wait to see you at Light Up Night so that you can enjoy everything this spectacular evening has to offer! If you’re not there, “yule” be missed! Don’t forget that Small Business Saturday is the following day, November 27th. If you’re looking to spruce up your holiday wish list, we encourage you to buy local and shop small from any of our wonderful Hellertown-Lower Saucon merchants.
Find the Facebook event page here.
Find the event listing on the Lehigh Valley Chamber’s event calendar here.
Where: Morris J. Dimmick Park (570 Durham Street, Hellertown PA)
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Schedule of Events:
- 4:30-6:30 PM: Ice Carving Demonstration
- 5:00 PM: Caroling by the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Community Chorus
- 5:25 PM: Pledge to the Flag with the Saucon Valley Cub Scouts Pack 349
- 5:30-7:30 PM: Roaming Holiday Characters (Olaf, Anna, Elsa & the Grinch)
- 5:40 PM: Demonstration by the students of Saucon Valley Karate Academy
- 6:00 PM: Caroling by the Saucon Valley High School’s Challenge Choir
- 6:30 PM: Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber & Elected Officials welcome, invocation from Minister Jaime VanNostrand of Christ Lutheran Church, & Tree Lighting Ceremony
- 7:00 PM: Santa Arrives
- 7:10 PM: Pictures in front of the stage with Santa Claus
- 7:30 PM: Music provided by the Saucon Valley High School Band
Pricing Information: Free to attend. Food, adult beverages, cash wagon rides, cash pony rides, and items from vendors will be available for purchase.
Sponsors:
- Presenting Sponsor: Mobile Technology Graphics
- Reindeer Sponsor: Farmers Insurance – The Wimbish Agency
- Ice Carver Sponsor: Saucon Valley Insurance Services & Service Electric TV
- Toy Giveaway Sponsors: Heintzelman Funeral Home, & Creekview Veterinary Hospital
- Kid’s Craft Kit Sponsors: Quest Termite and Pest
- Vendor Alley Sponsor: Dewey Fire Co. #1 & Frontline at the Dewey
- Holiday Shopping Booklet Presenting Sponsor: Designing Wealth Management of Raymond James
- Santa’s Ride Sponsor: Hellertown Auto Wash & Ellite Pool Services
- Candy Cane Sponsors: Saucon Valley Insurance Services & Saucon Valley Bikes
- Warm Hands Sponsors: Truist & Carl Volkman and Sons HVAC LLC
- Tractor Ride Sponsor: Steel Club & Hausman Fruit Farms
- Hot Chocolate & Cookie Sponsors:, Giant of Hellertown, Hellertown Dental Group, Steel City Mennonite Church, & The Meadow of Saucon Valley, ASR Media Productions, Lost River Caverns, Unrivaled Nutrition and Training, Weiss Schantz Industries, & Lindsay O. Albert E.A.,
- Holiday Spirit Sponsor: Sam’s Club of Allentown
- Print Sponsor: Working Dog Press & Fast Signs of Easton
- Comfort Station Sponsors: Saucon Valley Karate Academy & TS PR & Event Planning
- Decoration Sponsors: House & Land Real Estate,& Sunny Life Coach
- Supporting Sponsors: The Goddard School – Center Valley, Sam’s Club of Allentown, & Hellertown NAPA Auto Parts
- Special Thanks To: The Borough of Hellertown and their Public Works Team for helping make this event possible and Lower Saucon Township for their support!
Committee: Rod Long (Chair), Brandon Wimbish, Kendra Snyder, Zac Estojak, Melissa Bullard, Tiffany Sondergaard, Jessica O’Donnell-Gower, Nicole Miles, & Kate Harney
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Separate Ways – The Band at Penn’s Peak July 7, 2023
Penn’s Peak is proud to announce Separate Ways – The Band, Friday, July 7, 2023 at 8pm.
Have you ever wished you could have the authentic Journey experience in the days of the masterful voice of Steve Perry and the supreme musicianship and chemistry of Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Ross Valory and Steve Smith?
Are you ready to be taken on a Journey like never before? Now is your chance! Separate Ways The Band, the Ultimate Tribute, truly defies description with five amazing musicians recreating the music of Journey.
Separate Ways – The Band at Penn’s Peak July 7
This is the closest you’ll get to see the early-mid 80’s line-up of Journey live, ever. An accurate portrayal of the Steve Perry era is duplicated in every way. Experience all of the subtle nuances, inflections, harmonies and visual gratifications of seeing the original Journey show. Separate Ways The Band brings the highest level of musicianship to the audience while showing a true respect for the music of Journey. An evening with Separate Ways The Band is truly an “unforgettable” experience, which is why they are “the next best thing to Journey!”
Don’t miss the Ultimate Tribute to the music of Journey with Separate Ways The Band…
Tickets on sale Friday, April 7th at 10:00AM at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant and Bar. Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant ticket sales are walk-up only, no phone orders.
General Admission
Advance: $22
Day of Show: $27
About Penn’s Peak
Penn’s Peak, a beautiful mountaintop entertainment venue located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, can comfortably host 1,800 concertgoers. Enjoy a spacious dance floor, lofty ceilings, concert bar/concession area and a full service restaurant and bar aptly named Roadie’s. Complete with a broad open-air deck for summertime revelry, Penn’s Peak patrons enjoy a breathtaking overlook of nearby Beltzville Lake, plus a commanding, picturesque 50-mile panoramic view of northeastern Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Mountains. Choose Penn’s Peak for your next wedding, banquet or special event and treat your guests to an event truly “Above the Rest”.
Geographically convenient to residents of major population zones in Hazleton, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia and New York City, Penn’s Peak is an ideal location for any event. It is located only four miles from Exit 74 of the northeast extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information on Penn’s Peak, go to www.pennspeak.com or call 866-605-7325.
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