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Penn College exhibition explores 1947 India-Pakistan partition

The Gallery at Penn College is currently featuring internationally acclaimed artist Taha Ahmad in its 2025-2026 season opening, a press release said. “Drawn into two, which way home?” implores visitors to consider the ways in which the trauma and displacement of the 1947 partition of India ...

Blues artist Johnny Burgin returns to Williamsport next month

According to a press release, the Billtown Blues Association will welcome immensely talented guitarist and singer-songwriter Johnny Burgin for a performance at 7 p.m. on Sept. 13 at The Side Bar, 345 Market Street. Joining Burgin for the show will be HanNa PK, a soulful blues piano artist ...

The Lycoming College Art Gallery will soon present “Dwelling in becoming,” a two-person exhibition by artists Rebecca Ruige Xu and Sean Zhai, according to a press release. The exhibit, slated to run from Sept. 5 through Nov. 1, invites audiences to reflect on the transitional space between what is and what is yet to come, exploring how emerging technologies are reshaping human experience, creativity, and connection. An opening reception is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Sept. 5 at the Lycoming College Art Gallery, 25 West Fourth Street. Rooted in the philosophical idea of ...

Women’s group plans luncheon

The Lock Haven Christian Women’s Connection will enjoy the “Boxes of Hope” Luncheon at 11:50 a.m., Sept. 10. The program will be held at the Flemington First Church of Christ, 714 Canal St., Allison Township. “There is always good food, lots of fun, door prizes, music from gifted vocalists, and inspiring speakers that help inform and encourage ladies to make a most memorable day,” a news release from the group said. The theme of September’s lunch is ”Boxes of Hope.” The feature guest for the luncheon will be Traci Fotorny, the founder of the non-profit organization. ...

Couple to celebrate 70th anniversary

Julianna M. (Judy) McElrath and Richard L. (Farmer) VanBuskirk, of Muncy, will observe their 70th anniversary on September 2, 2025. They were married by the Rev. Raymond Shaheen at Messiah Lutheran Church’s Little Chapel of the Good Shepherd. They are members of St. Andrew Lutheran Church, ...

Washingtonville couple reaches 50-year mark

Cindy and Lon Tarr of Washingtonville celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on August 9, 2025, marking five decades of love, laughter, and loyalty. Cindy is the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Lou Murray. Lon is the son of the late Edwin and Joyce Tarr. They are the proud parents of ...