Art show runs through Dec. 5

LEWISBURG — A one-person show by artist Rachel Heberling will be on view at Mya’s Cafe through early December, featuring print-making works on paper, such as traditional methods of inking a surface that is run through a hand-operated press.

Many of the works contain hand-drawn imagery based upon the anthracite mining region and factories of Southeastern Pennsylvania. The show is titled “Rendered Obsolete: Remains of Industry.”

Heberling is currently a graduate teaching assistant in print-making at Bucknell University, working under professor Rosalyn Richards. Heberling received a degree from Kutztown University in 2006 and is now in the process of applying to master’s degree programs in print-making to pursue the career of professor while continuing her own work and research.

She is also active with the artistic development of youth in the area by teaching workshops and assisting in after-school art programs at Top Floor Studio in Lewisburg.

Heberling has exhibited nationally in venues such as the National Academy Museum in New York City, The Arts Club of Washington in Washington, D.C., and the Corcoran Gallery Museum in Washington, D.C. Her work is currently on view at the Pyramid Atlantic Art Center in Silver Spring, Md., for Drawn to Washington, a juried print-making exhibition.

Heberling’s exhibit continues through Dec. 5 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday; 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.



Christmas concert planned

LEWISBURG — The Buffalo Valley Singers will present a Christmas concert titled “Christmas in Song” on Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. at the St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1050 Buffalo Road (Route 192) in Lewisburg.

Under the direction of Rita Griffith and assistant Susan Trate, the 90-member community chorus will perform traditional music that tells the Christmas story in the first half of the concert. The second half will feature popular seasonal selections, such as “White Christmas” and “Snow.” The Buffalo Valley Brass will also perform with the group and by itself. The accompanist will be Todd Hummel on piano and organ.

“Carol of the Faithful” by Joseph Martin, which incorporates “O Come All Ye Faithful” in unusual rhythmical interludes, and “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee” sung to Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” melody will be performed with the Brass. “This Little Babe” from English composer Benjamin Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols” and Malcolm Sargent’s arrangement of “Silent Night” will be sung a cappella. An ensemble group will sing “Personent Hodie” by Vjay Singh and “Sleigh Bells” by Earlene Rentz. Admission at the door is a suggested donation of $5 for adults.



Band to hold free holiday show

WILLIAMSPORT — Williamsport’s own Repasz Band will present its annual holiday concert Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Arts Center, 220 West Fourth St. Admission is free, but in the spirit of the holidays, concert-goers are asked to bring canned food items for the United Churches of Lycoming County Food Bank.

Under the direction of director Albert J. Nacinovich and associate directors Gordon Taylor and Jeffrey Dent, the band will perform a delightful melange of holiday and standard band numbers.



Visit live nativity Dec. 5-7

HERNDON — The third annual Walk Through Bethlehem, at Grace Community Church, RD1 Herndon, will take place Dec. 5-7. This interactive program allows visitors to get a feel of what it was like to live in biblical times, following Mary and Joseph on their way Bethlehem.

Hear the sounds of the merchants, money changers and live animals in the market place. See handmade tapestries and watch craftsman at work as the aroma of fresh-baked bread lingers in the air. Taste the homemade sweetness of authentic candies and baked goods of ancient times, and shop while children play at your feet. As visitors walk through Bethlehem, the Christmas story unfolds for Mary and Joseph, from the beginning of their pilgrimage through Bethlehem’s market place and finally to the scene of the manger where the true meaning of Christmas is revealed. Doors open Dec. 5-6 from 6-9 p.m. and Dec. 7 between 5-8 p.m. Handicapped accommodations will be provided.

This year, 1,500-2,000 people are expected to attend. For more information contact the church at 758-6214.



Arts Alive work on display, sale

ORIENTAL — Work by members of Mid-State Arts Alive will be on display and for sale through December at Rapscallions Gallery and Shop in Oriental, three miles off Route 104 in rural Mt. Pleasant Mills.

Works include award-winning photography, papier mache creations, assemblage art and fine art prints.

For more information, call 539-4117.



Authors to hold book signing

HUMMELS WHARF — Jim Campbell, John Lindermuth and John Moore will sign and inscribe copies of their books at books etc. Saturday in the Plaza Shopping Center (next to Wal-Mart) in Hummels Wharf.

Campbell has four books about Snyder County: “Around Selinsgrove,” “Images of America — Snyder County,” “Snyder County — Post Card Series” and “Snyder County’s Sports Heritage.” “Around Selinsgrove” is his most recent publication and features more than 200 old photos telling stories of Selinsgrove’s people and places. He lives in Shamokin Dam.

Lindermuth’s fifth book, “Corruption’s Child,” the third in the Sticks Hetrick mystery series, was recently published. His has previous fictional accounts of life in the coal region: “Cruel Cuts,” “Schlussel’s Woman,” “St. Hubert’s Stag” and “Something in Common” and all will be available. He lives in Coal Township.

Moore’s four publications have been the best-selling local authors’ books since the store opened in Sunbury in 2001. His books are “Cannons, Cattle & Campfires;” “Pioneers, Prisoners & Peace Pipes;” “Rivers; Raiders & Renegades;” and “Traders, Travelers & Tomahawks.” His permanent residence is in Northumberland.

Lindermuth and Moore will sign from noon to 2 p.m. and Campbell will sign from 1–3 p.m. books etc. sells preowned books and features more than 50,000 titles fromm antiquarian to recent best sellers in hard and soft covers. For information, call 372-0780.