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Lewisburg Arts Council to present new exhibition

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LEWISBURG — According to a press release, the Lewisburg Arts Council will present “Majestic Rural Pennsylvania,” an inspiring group exhibition by the Farmland Preservation Artists of Central Pennsylvania. On view from May 3-24, the show will be held at The Gallery, 15 North Water Street. This curated collection features artwork that celebrates the agricultural landscapes, working farms, and rural communities of Central Pennsylvania. The exhibiting artists work in a variety of media including oil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, and photography. Through their art, they promote ...

SVC to perform ‘The Best of 30 Years’ pops concert

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SELINSGROVE — The Susquehanna Valley Chorale will end its current performance season with its pops concert, “The Best of 30 Years (Part 1),” a press release said. The performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. May 2-3 at Susquehanna University’s Weber Auditorium. “This year’s program is a true cornucopia, with songs spanning several decades, featuring many eras and styles of music,” the press release said. The SVC is celebrating Bill Payn’s 30 years as conductor and music director by going through the archives and pulling out some of his — and audience — ...

History museum plans admission discount for ‘National Train Day’

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In celebration of “National Train Day,” the Taber Museum will be welcoming train enthusiasts to the Museum on May 10. According to a news release, all the visitor has to say is, “It’s National Train Day” to receive a half-priced admission to tour the museum. “LaRue C. ...

Library to host ‘Ice Age’ show

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The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., will host an Ice Age show as part of the Remake Learning Days festival in North Central Pennsylvania. On May 5 from 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., field paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka will present the show, “Mastodons, Cavemen and Bears - Oh ...

Bourbon-plumped currants enhance flavor of hot cross buns

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Hot cross buns are an Easter specialty with a light, enriched crumb that’s studded with currants and flavored with a gentle mix of warm spices and a hint of citrus. While some versions are drizzled with icing, we prefer a traditional semi-sweet, flour-based “cross” etched across the ...