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How to use fireplace ashes in gardens

With record cold gripping much of North America this winter, many who find themselves with an abundance of fireplace ashes are wondering whether they can use them in the garden. Wood ashes from burned untreated wood can be beneficial for your plants — but with a few caveats. Ashes ...

'The Pavilion' takes the stage at Lycoming

According to a press release, the Lycoming College theatre department will continue its 2025-2026 season with “The Pavilion” by Craig Wright. The show runs Feb. 25-28 at the Mary L. Welch Theatre on the Lycoming College campus, with all shows beginning at 7:30 p.m. Directed by Matt Ripa, visiting assistant professor of theatre at Lycoming College, “The Pavilion” is a funny and heartfelt play about life, love, and second chances. At their 20-year high school reunion, Peter hopes to rekindle a lost romance with Kari, the girl he left behind. But old wounds, unresolved regrets, ...

Jazz artist Mike Tomaro to perform at Lycoming

In celebration of the Williamsport City Jazz Orchestra Jazz Fest, the Lycoming College annual spring Williamsport Community Concert Association endowed concert will feature internationally respected saxophonist, composer, arranger, and educator Mike Tomaro, a press release said. A free ...

A Community Encore Production to present ‘Anastasia’ at CAC

Following the outstanding success of last summer’s “Sister Act: The Musical,” A Community Encore Production announced that its 2026 production of “Anastasia” will run from July 17–19 at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center. Inspired by the beloved animated film and the Broadway musical, “Anastasia” is a sweeping story of identity, courage, and discovery. Set against post-revolutionary Russia and the glamour of 1920s Paris, the musical follows Anya, a young woman with no memory of her past, as she embarks on a daring journey to uncover who she truly is. “With ...

Pilobolus bringing ‘Other Worlds’ to Weis Center

LEWISBURG — The Weis Center for the Performing Arts at Bucknell University will welcome innovative dance theater company Pilobolus at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 26, a press release said. The company will feature new works from the “Other Worlds Collection,” plus classic works, alongside a piece ...

Saturday bringing ice sculptures to Wellsboro

This Saturday, Feb. 7, seven different ice sculptures carved from 2.85 tons of ice will be on display in downtown Wellsboro on the sidewalks in front of seven businesses. It’s free. According to a news release, the Candy Land-themed throne, pre-carved from seven 300-pound ice blocks or ...