May 30 Saturday
August Wilson’s Pulitzer and Tony-winning masterwork unfolds in 1936 Pittsburgh, where the Charles family struggles over an heirloom piano carved with the faces of their enslaved ancestors. Boy Willie arrives from Mississippi, determined to sell it to claim his future, while his sister Berniece guards the instrument as a sacred altar to their history. As their clash intensifies, the ghosts of the past begin to stir, forcing a reckoning with a legacy they can neither sell nor escape. PSF is proud to present this production directed by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright James Ijames (Fat Ham).
THREE AMERICAN TROUBADOURS features Lisa Sherman, a Broadway veteran who has shared the stage with Broadway royalty, renowned vocalist and actress Sylvana Joyce, and the gifted singer and guitarist James Gedeon, whose interpretation of James Taylor is genuinely remarkable. The band members have performed with such notable acts as The E Street Band, Loggins & Messina, Bon Jovi, South Side Johnny, America, Billy Joel, and many more.
May 31 Sunday
Drop-in to the Art Ways Interactive Family Gallery on the second floor of the Museum every Saturday and Sunday to make your own art to take home during ArtVentures. Museum educators are on hand to help guide you in creating an artwork inspired by the Museum’s collection. Design your own creation and bring it to life on one of our 3D printers. All ages and abilities welcome! Free.
Jun 01 Monday
Jun 02 Tuesday
Join us for a free, two-part papermaking and visual journal workshop series designed specifically for seniors, led by teaching artist and art therapist Donna Fedak. This creative experience offers a welcoming space to explore hands-on artmaking while connecting with others in the community. Space is limited and advance registration is encouraged.
During the first session at the Allentown Art Museum, participants will create handmade paper.
In the second session at the Allentown Public Library, that paper will be transformed into a mixed-media visual journal. Extra handmade paper will be available for those unable to attend the first session.
Please call the library or visit the event calendar at allentownpl.org to registerFirst session Thursday May 28, 2-4pmAllentown Art Museum 31 N. 5th St., Allentown 610-432-4333
Second session Tuesday June 2, 2-4pmAllentown Public Library 1210 Hamilton St., Allentown 610-820-2400
Jun 03 Wednesday
11-week in-person or virtual program provides information while addressing the needs of grandparents who are raising their grandchildren.
Pinebrook Family Answers (PbFA) popular Grandparents Group psychoeducational support program begins on Wednesday, February 19th and runs through April 30th. The one-hour classes begin at 11 am, open to the community, virtual or in person. The 11-week program provides support and resources for grandparents, non-custodial caregivers and guardians who are raising children. Topics include understanding legal terms and processes; refining parenting skills, understanding child-developmental stages and positive discipline; building relationships through effective communication skills, intrapersonal connections, and conflict resolution; helping kids process trauma; and much more.
In addition to the educational information provided, the goal of the group is to provide opportunities for members to connect with each other, lessen feelings of isolation and create community that can extend beyond our group setting. The meetings are run in English with one facilitator who is Spanish speaking. To register or learn more, please call 484-387-1623 or email grandparents@pbfalv.org.
Tournament-style Scrabble. Players of all abilities are welcome.