Take a tour of the Scranton Cultural Center housed at the historic Masonic Temple and Scottish Rite Cathedral. Tours meet in the main lobby at 10:00am and take approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Tours are free, however donations to the Scranton Cultural Center are appreciated.
Can’t make the tour this week, try the audio tour via the SCC Tour Skill on your Alexa Device.
Global Tastes of Scranton: April 7, 2019 – 5:00 PM
Share in the culture and cuisine of Bhutan and Nepal!
Some of the newer Scrantonians are members of the Bhutanese refugee community of Nepali origin. They will create a ”pop-up restaurant” sharing their home cuisine and traditions.
A sampling of authentic fare from Momo King and Nepali Kitchen in cooperation with Terra Preta Prime will be served, including momos, chawmin, samosas, and traditional datshi curry.
This event will also include highlights of Bhutanese-Nepali culture, with special music and performances. A cash bar will be available.
Space is limited! Tickets are $35. Registration will close on April 1. For more information visit the event page and register directly here. In addition to individual tickets, tables and sponsorships are available by contacting Jessica Durkin at 570-941-4419 or Jessica.durkin@scranton.edu.
Proceeds will benefit refugee support activities of Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton and Global Tastes partners.
Event partners include: Catholic Social Services of The Diocese of Scranton,The Greenhouse Project, Lackawanna County Department of Arts & Culture, Momo King, Namaste Grocery & Nepali Kitchen, Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple and Terra Preta Prime!
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
ABOUT UGM:
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 6:00 PM and entertainment starts at 7:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
- This is a juried application process, so application does not guarantee acceptance.
- We are not accepting any additional direct sales vendors at this time.
$83.50 STAR VIP Package, $43.50 – $18.50 Regular Admission | Reserved Seating | Prices Subject to Change
PreShow Sidestage featuring TBA | Grand Ballroom, Standing Room Only | 5:00pm
Mainstage Concert | Weinberg Theatre, Reserved Seating Only | 7:00pm
Guitars & Stars Lineup:
- Jimmie Allen
- Tyler Rich
- Riley Green
- Tenille Arts
- And TBA on the Side Stage!
STAR VIP Experience Package | $83.50
VIP Package Ticket Holders MUST Arrive by 5:30pm and Includes:
A private catered pre-show party, including a souvenir group photo with the main stage artists, and reserved ticket in the first 7 rows. You must purchase a VIP level ticket to gain access to the VIP Lounge inside the Ballroom at the Scranton Cultural Center. VIP’s must present their ticket at check-in table in order to be admitted into the lounge area.VIP’s please check in by 5:30pm.
Froggy 101’s Guitars & Stars
Featuring
Jimmie Allen (JimmieAllenMusic.com)
Tyler Rich (TylerRich.com)
Riley Green (RileyGreenMusic.com)
Tenille Arts (TenilleArts.com)
and TBA – 5:00pm PreShow
Tickets are Free to LCLS Library Card Holders
Admission to the Theatre is by Ticket Only
Tickets are available at your Local LCLS Branch Library in person only, Limit 4 per household.
Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Theatre / General Admission Seating
Doors Open at 6:30pm
Event Begins at 7:00pm
Visit the Lackawanna County Library System Site
The 2019 American Masters Lecture features Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Colson Whitehead, author of The Underground Railroad.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
JP Williams, Host
JP Williams (Guitar / Vocalist / Composer) was born in New York City and first started performing acoustic Blues & Folk music at college coffee houses and local nightclubs while in college in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. He then returned to NYC where he performed for several years at many famous city nightclubs with other aspiring singer/songwriters and musicians. He continued to write songs and perform after moving once again to Pennsylvania, first as a solo act and now with his own JP Williams Blues Band (Winner – Steamtown Music Awards Best Blues Act 2016). He performs regularly and records his original music with an extraordinary group of talented musicians at nightclubs and festivals. His musical style is derived from the classic blues performers he experienced in his youth such as Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, and John Lee Hooker, a love of the (acoustic) Delta Blues guitar musicians, are combined and mixed with influences of Rock, and Soul music. His latest CD, “Everblue” reflects these influences. It has been featured on several “Best of 2018” Blues lists and charts and is enjoying worldwide radio airplay and recognition
Awards:
Winner “Best Blues Act 2016” Steamtown Music Awards – Scranton Wilkes-Barre
Nominations:
“Best Guitarist 0f 2017” Steamtown Music Awards – Scranton Wilkes-Barre
“Best Blues Act 2018” Steamtown Music Awards – Scranton Wilkes-Barre
CD Releases:
Everblue – Sept. 2018
Stolen Cadillac – Nov. 2017
Smokin’ Hot – Sept. 2017
Mixed Bag – July 2016
Jason P. Yoder
Jason P. Yoder is an American Blues Performing Songwriter. His finger-style guitar technique blends moving rhythms, catchy melodies, and thought provoking lyrics. Jason’s love for the Blues shows in his music, but he does not limit his sound to the traditional. Country, Rock and Jazz influences can be heard peeking through his music as well.
While Jason prefers the acoustic guitar, he is not shy when it comes to playing other instruments. The first instrument Jason learned, other than voice, was the actually the Trumpet. He can be heard on his albums and singles playing the piano, bass guitar, trumpet, mandolin, lead guitar, banjo, percussion, etc.
In his extensive years of study Jason P Yoder has learned with great artists! Roy Book Binder, John Cephas, and John Jacksons are some of the many great artists Jason has studied under. Some of the sounds Jason learned from these great Bluesmen can be heard throughout his music.
Stacia Abernatha
Stacia Abernatha is a singer songwriter from Williamsport, PA. Singing an eclectic array of styles & genres, her passion runs deep in blues/americana, folk & world music. Stacia loves to collaborate and share musical moments with others. She’s performed two consecutive years at The Billtown Blues Festival and has shared the stage with legendary blues artists Tas Cru and The Nighthawks. She’s 3-year alum at The Silkroad’s Global Musician Workshop. Stacia placed as a semi-finalist at The International Blues Challenge 2018 in Memphis, Tennessee. She will perform as part of the Billtown Gospel Blues Revue at The Billtown Blues Festival in June. For original music & upcoming shows/collaborations visit www.staciasings.com
Tom Perrone
Born in 1970 and raised in the small town of Old Forge in Northeast Pennsylvania, Tom Perrone Jr. has been a bluesman since he was 13 years old when his parents bought him his first harmonica. After a few years of driving the family crazy with his relentless practicing Tom began entertaining his friends and family with soulful harmonica arrangements he had learned over the years. Tom’s very first band was a blues band in the early 1990’s called Blue Heat. Although the band didn’t last long his desire to play the blues did. Between raising a family and day jobs, Tom’s harmonica career had to take a back seat for a while. As he nears 50 years old Tom can be seen more often on stage at local jams and open mics pursuing his passion for playing the blues. Some of his influences are Sonny Boy Williamson II, Sonny Terry, Little Walter, and the Blues Brothers.
ABOUT UGM:
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 6:00 PM and entertainment starts at 7:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
Lackawanna County Commission for Women &
Nineteenth Annual
Evening of Fine Food and Wine
$100 Per Person
$125 Per Patron
Wine and dine your way through the historic Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Evening of Fine Food and Wine is a unique event that allows attendees to sample tasting portions and wine pairings prepared and selected by signature area restaurants, all while exploring one of Scranton’s most treasured architectural gems. This limited seating event always sells out, so be sure to reserve your spot!
Cocktail hour music provided by Kenny McGraw. Dessert hour music provided by The Fab Three.
Presented by PNC Bank and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, Scranton Rent All, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
ABOUT UGM:
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 6:00 PM and entertainment starts at 7:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.