Monday, May 20, 2013
Soul, funk pioneers and Rock N' Roll Hall of Famers The Family Stone added to KC and the Sunshine Band concert scheduled for Aug. 8.
Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Family Stone will join KC and the Sunshine Band on the main stage at Musikfest Aug. 8, at 7 p.m., ArtsQuest announced on Monday. Tickets for the show, which are $32 and $42, go on sale May 21, 10 a.m., to ArtsQuest Members and May 24, 10 a.m., to the public. They’ll be available at www.musikfest.org and 610-332-3378. Founded in 1967, Sly and the Family Stone produced classics such as “I Want to Take You Higher,” “Everyday People,” “Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin,” “Dance To The Music” and more. In 1993, the group was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and at the 2006 Grammy Awards ceremony it was honored by an all-star lineup that included Joss Stone, John Legend, Adam Levine, Steven …
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Retiring host and soon-to-be host of NBC late night television shows both scheduled to appear at Bethlehem Event Center this summer.
“Tonight Show” host Jay Leno will make his second trip to the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. Sticking with the comedy theme, Vision Entertainment on Monday also announced performances by "Saturday Night Live" cast member Seth Meyers and the cast of truTV’s “Impractical Jokers.” Leno, who has been “The Tonight Show” host for most of the past 20 years, has continued to perform stand-up comedy throughout his tenure as television host. Leno appeared for a nearly sold out at the Event Center in August 2012. In March, NBC announced that Leno would retire from “The Tonight Show” at the end of the 2014 Winter Olympics and be replaced by “Late Night” host Jimmy Fallon. Meyers, who on Sunday was named by NBC to be Fallon’s …
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Legendary dance band is the last act announced for main stage at the 30th annual festival.
It will be time to “Get Down Tonight” when KC and the Sunshine Band bring their infectious brand of dance music to Musikfest Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. KC and the Sunshine Band is the last of the main stage acts to be announced for the 30th annual Musikfest, which will take place on the streets of Bethlehem from Aug. 2 to 11. Tickets for the concert, which will take place at the festival’s Sands Steel Stage, are $32 and $42. They’ll go on sale at 10 a.m. Tuesday to ArtsQuest Members and 10 a.m. Friday to the public and be available at www.musikfest.org and 610-332-3378. Founded in 1973 by Harry Wayne Casey, KC and the Sunshine Band produced a string of No. 1 hits in the ’70s including “Get Down Tonight,” “That’s the Way (I Like It),” “(Shake, …
Friday, May 17, 2013
The summer blockbusters are upon us with 'Iron Man 3' still on local screens and 'Star Trek Into Darkness' now open.
The latest "Star Trek" movie is out and the reviews are in: You can find local movie times here: And if you like to plan ahead, here is Firstshowing's 2013 movie release schedule. What's the best movie you saw so far this year? What new release are you looking forward to? Tell us in the comments section below.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Old school rock n' roll takes over the Sands Steel Stage on Aug. 6 with George Thorogood & The Destroyers and Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes.
It will be a double dose of old school rock ‘n’ roll when George Thorogood & The Destroyers, along with special guests Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes, perform at Musikfest’s Sands Steel Stage Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets for the concert are $34 and $44 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Tuesday to ArtsQuest members and May 24 at 10 a.m., to the public. They’ll be available at www.musikfest.org and 610-332-3378. ArtsQuest has now named nine of the 10 main stage acts for Musikfest. The only date that currently remains open is Thursday, Aug. 8. For four decades, George Thorogood & The Destroyers have delighted fans with their brand of roots and blues-rock. The group’s hits, such as “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer,” “Bad To The Bone,” “Who Do You…
Monday, May 13, 2013
Retiring host and soon-to-be host of NBC late night television shows both scheduled to appear at Bethlehem Event Center this summer.
“Tonight Show” host Jay Leno will make his second trip to the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. Sticking with the comedy theme, Vision Entertainment on Monday also announced performances by "Saturday Night Live" cast member Seth Meyers and the cast of truTV’s “Impractical Jokers.” Leno, who has been “The Tonight Show” host for most of the past 20 years, has continued to perform stand-up comedy throughout his tenure as television host. Leno appeared for a nearly sold out at the Event Center in August 2012. In March, NBC announced that Leno would retire from “The Tonight Show” at the end of the 2014 Winter Olympics and be replaced by “Late Night” host Jimmy Fallon. Meyers, who on Sunday was named by NBC to be Fallon’s …
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
Chocolate-making demonstration Sunday on Main Street will show how chocolate was made during the Colonial Era.
You can learn how to make chocolate roses like they did during the Colonial Era during a special Sweet Taste of History event Sunday at the 1810 Goundie House in Historic Downtown Bethlehem. The event at 505 Main St. from noon to 4 p.m., will include a hands-on chocolate demonstration, free treats and a special appearance by Mrs. Goundie, who will show how to make chocolate flowers. During the event, guests will uncover chocolate's bittersweet past and the delicious role it played in American history through an engaging workshop that highlights where chocolate originated and how it was made in colonial times. Activities include a hands-on chocolate-making demonstration using traditional kitchen equipment and the opportunity to enjoy a …
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Friday, May 10, 2013
48th annual Bethlehem Fine Art and Craft Show will feature work of more than 70 artists, crafters.
The work of more than 70 juried artists and crafters will be on display along Main Street in Historic Downtown Bethlehem this weekend for the 48th annual Bethlehem Fine Art and Craft Show. The free show, which runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday will include children’s art activities sponsored by Crayola and acoustic music by Lehigh Valley Harmonizers, Easton’s Earl the Accordionist and others. The 2013 Artist in Residence is Arianne Schnalzer, an artist at the Banana Factory. Her expertise is painting, and her passion is sharing this expertise with students. While Schnalzer paints on Main Street, on-lookers are encouraged to ask her questions or engage her in conversation. A sculpture created by Virginia …
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Thursday, May 9, 2013
Bethlehem Garden Club presents a flower and gardening show, while Musikfest Cafe offers a special brunch menu on Sunday.
The ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks celebrates spring and Mom this weekend with a flower show and a special Mother’s Day brunch at the Musikfest Café on Sunday. Among the menu options from which to choose are challah French toast, smoked salmon, cheese tortellini, herb-roasted turkey and roast beef. The menu also includes a variety of appetizers and desserts. Seating reservations—which must be made in advance—were limited but still available as of Thursday afternoon. To make a reservation, call 610-332-3378 or visit www.artsquest.org. Prices are $29.95 for adults ages 13 and over, $11.95 for ages 6-12, and free for ages 5 and under. Presented by the Bethlehem Garden Club, “The Magic of Flowers” is a weekend-long celebration that includes…
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One local high school choir will be chosen to sing behind classic rock band when it performs 'I Want to Know What Love Is' during Aug. 7 performance in Bethlehem.
Multi-platinum selling, chart-topping rock group Foreigner is offering one area high school choir the opportunity to sing its smash hit “I Want to Know What Love Is” with the band when it performs at Musikfest. Choirs interested in "auditioning" for the gig can apply by taking part in the Foreigner Choir Contest presented by 99.9 The Hawk. The WODE Foreigner Choir Contest is open to high schools choirs in Bucks, Lehigh, Monroe and Northampton counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. Choirs wishing to participate in the contest must submit a three-minute video of them performing their favorite Foreigner song or any song of their choice. Videos must be emailed to singwithforeigner@gmail.com or dropped off …
Pat DeLong
4:45 pm on Friday, May 17, 2013
damn the critics! it has story- it has heart- for us original trekkers, there's tie in to the star trek classic- for those that are new- lots of action for them to not like it. I will see it again, unlike ironman 3; I was disappointed. it was a fast 2 hours- and I wanted more- and they are starting on their 5 year mission! warp speed- engage!!!! more ›