Community Calendar

Guests are invited to celebrate the launch of a locally filmed and produced movie, “The Retailer,” at HiJinx Brewing Company in Allentown on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. “The Retailer” short made its first run on the independent film circuit and captured several awards in 2022. Now, a feature film length version is scheduled to start filming at locations around the Lehigh Valley in the next few weeks. The April launch party will feature movie swag, raffles, prizes, food and drink specials, and live music. There will also be opportunities to meet the cast and production team.

“The Retailer,” classified as a horror thriller and dark comedy film, is about a vengeful young woman (played by actress Nia Vega) who works in a coffee shop and extracts revenge after receiving multiple customer complaints that forced her to attend anger management classes to keep her job. Actress Syd Stauffer plays the role of a highly regarded therapist who is tasked by the coffee shop to help their troubled employee deal with her anger issues in the workplace. After spending time with the employee, the therapist begins to discover similarities with her new patient's aggressive behavioral traits and the plot takes an unexpected twist.

Jared Haas, writer and director, is a filmmaker from the Philadelphia region and a 2005 graduate of Kutztown’s well-respected media program. Haas first wrote “The Retailer” in 2021 and is looking forward to leading his team at Posterboy Productions LLC when filming begins on the full-length version of the film.

“Many moments of this dark comedy are focused on public behavior, societal pitfalls, and current trends, particularly in the retail landscape, which will provide a nice contrast to the serious psycho thriller vibes that are presented throughout the film,” said Haas.

Other local players involved in the film include producer Dr. James R. “Doc” Ogden, owner of consulting firm, TDog LLC; director of photography, J.B. Earl; and a cameo appearance by well-known local actor and writer, Daniel Roebuck. Attendees can expect live musical performances by singer/songwriter Jess Novak and Scott Sterling throughout the 4-hour event.

Lenny Kaye & ADRIFT – May Day at the Sherman Showcase
Local guitarslinger legend Lenny Kaye and his band ADRIFT return to celebrate May Day on Thursday, May 1st at the Sherman Showcase! Taking full advantage of the holiday spirit, Lenny and the band will be recording two live songs during the set for their upcoming debut LP, slated for release later this year.
So come out, support your locals, and get into some cool, weird, bluesy, pseudo-jazzy, goth-prog-ish garage rock with Lenny and the lads: Christian Menses of Filthtraction on bass and Steve Truglio on drums. It’s gonna be a night to remember—don’t miss it!

Featuring works for choir and orchestra, Lehigh University Choral Arts presents a concert of music that questions the nature of life and provides comfort. Repertoire includes the tumultous Insanae et vanae curae by Franz Joseph Haydn, Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel's Hiob, and a comforting psalm setting by her brother, Felix Mendelssohn. Sarah Frook Gallo, director; Liz Olson, associate director.

Superstar Saliva Tribute is from Hegins PA. Bringing you the best of Saliva like Click Click Boom, Superstar, Survival of the Sickest and more.

The band is made up of their 11-year-old guitar player Layne Seiler, Aaron on Bass, Zach also on guitar, TJ on Vocals and David on Drums.

Lehigh University Jazz students and faculty perform contemporary Jazz works for their spring concert. Bill Warfield, director.

Mosaic Youth Chorus presents a Spring Concert, “Life is Written in Water.” Focused on raising awareness of climate change, this program features Gary Fry’s “Where Life is Written in Water,” a major work with chamber orchestra. Be transported through the devastating effects of climate change to honoring our planet earth. MYC has been receiving accolades for the musicality and authenticity of their performances. Tickets are $15, ages 16 and younger are free. Tickets may be purchased at the Mosaic Youth Chorus website, http://mosaicyouthchorus.org.

Join us for an evening with Antje Duvekot and Seth Glier at Godfrey Daniels. Antje, a renowned singer-songwriter from Boston, is known for her introspective lyrics and award-winning albums. Seth, a Grammy-nominated artist, blends folk, pop, and Americana with a focus on connection and nature. Together, they offer a night of powerful, heartfelt performances.

Hailing from Boca Raton, FL, Maggie Baugh grew up studying classical music, writing songs and playing shows across Florida. At the age of 13, Baugh played the fiddle on "Devil Went Down To Georgia" for a Charlie Daniels performance. This pivotal moment ignited a newly found love of Country Music for the young performer. Known for her viral singles including "Think About Me", and “Drinking to the Broken Hearts' ' Baugh gained her entry into the Spotify Million + Club. Baugh's social media prowess is immense. Her TikTok series, “Finish the Lick” shows off her proficiency on multiple instruments, which has garnered her more than 30 million views.

Get ready to rock the stage at the Sherman Theater! The Independent Artist Showcase is happening on May 9th, offering an incredible opportunity for local bands to perform on the big stage.
Featuring:
Burn at Dawn
Live On
We The People
Those Damn Kids
The Vierling Duo
The Just Imagines

The Really Terrible Orchestra of PA is happy to invite the local community to this free concert in celebration of spring! We are a group of musicians who love to play without taking ourselves too seriously. Come have a great time with us!