THE FORWARDIAN GAZETTE
SEPTEMBER 2025
ExcitingNews:AnnouncingTheForwardianArtsSocietyMagazine&VolunteerOpportunities!
Welcometothismonth'sissue!Wehopethisnewsletterfindsyouwelland,forthoseobservingit,aHappyLabor DayHoliday.We’veexperiencedsomanywonderfuladventuresintheartsduringAugustandlookforwardtomany moreinSeptember.Wearealsolookingforwardtocontributingourowncreationstohonorourloveforthearts,and wehopeyou’lljoinus.Announcing"TheForwardianArtsSocietyMagazine"
We’reexcitedtoannouncethatwearebeginningtopublishourLiteraryandArtsMagazine,"TheForwardianArts SocietyMagazine."Thisnewpublicationwillbeasignificantstepinexpressingourcollectivepassionforthearts andprovidingaplatformfordiversecreativevoices.JoinOurTeam:VolunteerOpportunities!
Wearenowactivelyseekingenthusiasticvolunteerstohelpbring"TheForwardianArtsSocietyMagazine"tolife We invite individualstobecomepartofourpublicationinvolunteerpositionsformanagement,staff,andcreative contributors. We are looking for those who will share their wonderful talents to helpmakeourpublicationtruly special.
We plan to begin recruiting volunteers for management and staff positions in September and continue this recruitmentuntilDecember Theserolesarecrucialforthemagazine'soperationandsuccessHowtoVolunteer:
To find out more about the project and how to become a part of it, please email us at: publication@forwardianartsorg
MagazineLaunchandFutureIssues
Following thevolunteerrecruitmentperiod,weplantobegintheexcitingworkofselectingandpreparingcontent forourpremierissue ThisissueistargetedforreleaseinApril2026andwillcoverthemonthsofApril,May,and June.Wealsohopetoholdaneventorseriesofeventstointroducethemagazinetothepublicuponitsrelease.
LikeallendeavorsTheForwardianArtsSocietyembarksupon,thiswillbeavolunteerundertaking,drivenbyour fellowship’s insights, expertise, and love for the arts There will be many opportunities to create something meaningfulforthecreativecommunityandtocontinuallyenhanceourcontributionswitheachsuccessivequarterly issue.
ThatconcludesthisissueofTheForwardianGazette Thankyouforyourinterestinournewsletter Wehopeyou’ve founditanenjoyable,informative,andinspiringread,andweinviteyoutojoinusinourfutureendeavors Ifyou haven'talready,pleasecheckoutourwebsiteatwww.forwardianarts.orgtolearnmoreaboutTheForwardianArts Society.WelookforwardtosendingyouournextissueofTheForwardianGazetteinSeptember.
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The yheld "Flow o-day outdo inthe Ayann sAnn Street Park on Saturday, August 2nd, and Sunday, August3rd,offeredvisitorsadelightfulafternoon.
CuratedbyAyannaRodriguez(alsoknownasNani), the gallery showcased a vibrant selection of art, clothing, and, naturally, plants Given the positive reception, the Ayanna Greenhouse Gallery in thepark willhostadditionalexhibitionswithexpandeddisplays throughout the remainder of the summer and into the fall season We eagerly anticipate these upcoming presentations
AboutThePCFTA:
Established in2018,ThePoconoCenterfortheArts was founded to create a central cultural hub for the region. Its mission is to provide spaces for theater groups to rehearse and perform, artiststoexhibittheir works, educators to teachartinwell-equippedclasses, and to house other non-profit art organizations Ultimately,thePCFTAaimstoentertainandengagethe communityandtouriststhroughtheworksoflocaland nationalartists.
The Center recently finalized a saleagreementfora newpropertyonMainStreetinStroudsburg Currently, The Pocono Center for the Arts is presenting its "Summer in the Poconos" Exhibition at the Eastern Monroe Public Library in Stroudsburg, PA, running until September 6th. To learn moreaboutThePocono Center for the Artsandtheirinitiatives,pleasecontact thematwwwpoconocenterfortheartsorg Textandphotographsforthisarticlewereprovidedby Paul Adam Smeltz (aka Paparazzi Paul) of The ForwardianArtsSociety wwwforwardianartsorg
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The Pocono Center for the Arts (PCFTA) held an Artists' Reception for its "Dog Days of Summer" exhibitionattheRenegadeWineryinStroudsburg,PA, onSaturday,August2 Attendancewasmodestatfirst, butthenumberofartloversgrewtoasizablecrowdas theeventprogressed Theexhibitedartworkeffectively captured the theme, and pianist Alec Quire's gentle blend of classical, ragtime, and contemporary compositions created a harmonious backdrop for conversationsamongattendees
After some time, Jody Singer, VP and Visual Arts Director for the Pocono Center for the Arts, stood to greet the attendees He expressed his appreciation for the participating artists and shared news about the centeranditsfutureplans.Duringthistime,herevealed a plaque officially dedicating the Andrea Robbins RimbergGallery,tobeestablishedwithinthewinery A rafflewasthenheld,withwinnersreceivingavarietyof gratefully accepted gift certificates and items The receptionprovedtobeapleasantwaytospendanearly summerevening.
AbouttheVenue:
TheRenegadeWineryislocatedat600MainStreetin Stroudsburg, PA, and is knownforcraftinginnovative local wines that honor traditional winemaking They offer tours of the winery to educate visitors on how theirwinesareproduced,andtheyinvitecustomersinto the wine bar to sip on their artisanal wines. You can learn more about The Renegade Winery by visiting theirwebsiteatwwwtherenegadewinerycom
AboutThePCFTA:
Established in 2018, the Pocono Center fortheArts was founded to create a central cultural hub for the region. Its mission is to provide spaces for theater groups to rehearse and perform, artiststoexhibittheir works, educators to teachartinwell-equippedclasses, and to house other non-profit arts organizations Ultimately, the PCA aims to entertain and engage the
communityandtouriststhroughtheworksoflocaland national artists The Center recently finalized a sale agreement for a new property on Main Street in Stroudsburg.
The "Dog Days of Summer" exhibition is the first presented by the Pocono Center for the Arts at the Renegade Winery in Stroudsburg, PA, and will be on displayuntilSeptember26
UpcomingExhibitions:
ThePoconoCenterfortheArts'nextexhibitionatthe Renegade Winery will be titled “Heralds of Winter,” and its Artists' Reception will be held on Saturday, October4
TheCenterhopestocontinueshowcasingartistsofall disciplines in additional venues throughout the Northeast Region of Pennsylvania. They recently presented The Art of Heidi Hooper exhibition at the Auradell Gallery, located within the Stroudsmoor CountryInninStroudsburg,PA TheircurrentSummer inthePoconosexhibitionattheEasternMonroePublic Library in Stroudsburg, PA, will be on display until September 6. PleasecontactthePoconoCenterforthe Arts at www.poconocenterforthearts.org for more information.
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EnjoyingaFlightofFancy
On Saturday, August 2nd, The Andrei Art Gallery/Studio-Museum in Stroudsburg, PA,hostedan Artist’s Reception for its "This is Your Captain Speaking – You’re Clear for Takeoff"exhibition.This exciting show featured the latest work of Andrei Protsouk, including new limited edition releases from hisrecentUKTour
The gallery buzzed with energy as live music by MichaelFossafilledtheair Artloversenteredtoenjoy the vibrant colors that adorned the walls, while wine from The Renegade Wineryandgourmetbitescreated by Chef Nicola from Momentos Restaurant enhanced their experience. These refreshments, served in the "Lay Over" Room (named for a painting that wasthe exhibition's focal point), fueled conversations and appreciationthroughoutthenight
AbouttheArtist:
Andrei Protsouk was born in Donetsk, Ukraine, in 1961 A self-motivated artist from a young age, his parents, Alexander and Anna Protsouk, noticed his innatecreativeabilitywhenhewassixandencouraged himtopursuefineartthroughouthislife.Mr.Protsouk obtained a Master’s degree in fine art from the Ilya Repin Leningrad Institute for Painting, Sculpture and Architecture (now known as theImperialAcademyof Arts) in St Petersburg,Russia Andreienrolledinand pursued the academy’s PhD program, gaining notorietyforhisexceptionalstudentwork
In 1994, Andrei moved to the United States, establishing himself with the Bixler Gallery in Stroudsburg, PA, as well as galleries in SoHo and at ArtExpointheJacobJavitsConventionCenterinNew York City Protsouk now exhibits his art globally, having been represented in galleries acrosstheUnited States,Europe,NewZealand,andJapan
AbouttheVenue:
The AndreiArtGallery/Studio-Museumislocatedat 18NorthSeventhStreetinStroudsburg,PA.Inaddition to presenting the work of the gallery’s proprietor, Andrei Protsouk, the establishment also features the work of several other esteemed artists, including Valeriy Shvetsov, Erte, Dennis Andreevich, Frank Gallo,KonstantinChmutin,RobertBerks,Djoma,Yuri Gorbachev (first cousin once removed to Mikhail Gorbachev), Ron Parker, EvgeniGordiets,DianaKan, MichailKudinow,SterlingStrauser JamesStuckey,andShawnQueenan
The Andrei Art Gallery/Studio-Museum’s current exhibition, "This is Your Captain Speaking – You’re Clear for Takeoff," featuring the work of Andrei Protsouk,willbeondisplayuntilSeptember.Formore information, please visit wwwAndreiArtcom or contactTheAndreiArtGallery/Studio-Museum
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AnArteryFlowswithCelebrations
TheArteryGalleryinMilford,PA,hostedanArtists' ReceptiononSaturday,August9,forits"Celebrationof FigurativeArt"Exhibition,featuringtheworksofKate Horan and Laura Lippay. A palpable sense of delight filled the gallery as the vibrant pieces bythefeatured artists beautifully complementedthediversecollection from the 10 to 15 cooperativeartists Whiletheentire exhibitioncaptivatedattendees,theworksofMs.Horan andMs.Lippayaddedanespeciallymagicaltouchthat enhancedtheexperience.
AbouttheArtists:
Laura Lippay was born in Texas and raised in the Poconos, a region in Northeast Pennsylvania Shehas spent much of her life travelingextensively,including two years living on a train while performing with Ringling. This unique experience has led her to interpret the world around her with mysticism and fascination Ms Lippay holds a degree in Specialized Technology from theArtInstituteofPhiladelphia She hasalsoreceivedartinstructionthroughadvertisingand graphicdesignstudies,aswellasselectedcoursesfrom the Tyler School of Art and Architecture in Philadelphia. She works primarilywithoil,sometimes inacrylic,andalsocreatesjewelryandresinpieces
Kate Horan is a semi-abstract expressionist whose style allows her to invent and distort figures,drawing on years of drawing experience to either utilize or disregard them with conviction. Her work can be political, psychological, social commentary, or simply fun Ms Horan began her studies in Fine Art at the Maryland Institute of Art and continued attheSchool of Visual Art (NYC) and the Art Students League
(NYC) She holds a bachelor’s degree in English/Art History from Trinity College, Washington, DC, and didgraduatestudiesinFineArtatSUNY,Buffalo,New York.
AbouttheVenue:
TheArteryGalleryopenedinthesummerof1999and islocatedat210BroadSt inMilford,PA Thegallery operates as anartistcooperative,showcasingadiverse collection of oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, and jewelry. The DirectorofthegalleryisMs.MarieLiu.
The Artery Gallery’s"CelebrationofFigurativeArt" Exhibition, featuring the works of Kate Horan and Laura Lippay, will be on display until September 8 Their next exhibition will be titled, “Artistic Curiosities”featuringtheworksofBarbaraAliceMoir along with Bill and Allison Rabsey. The Artists’ ReceptionisscheduledforSaturday,September13and will continue to be on display until October 6 Please contact The Artery Gallery at wwwarterygallerymilfordcomformoreinformation Textandphotographsforthisarticlewereprovidedby Paul Adam Smeltz (aka Paparazzi Paul) of The ForwardianArtsSociety.www.forwardianarts.org
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BothSidesNow
Imaginetwoartists,standingsidebyside,lookingat thesamelandscape butpaintingitinwildlydifferent ways That'sthecaptivatingessenceof“SidebySide,” the latest compelling exhibition at The Antoine Dutot MuseumandGalleryinDelawareWaterGap,PA.This vibrant display, unveiled on Friday, August 15th, celebrates the distinctive works of Doris Cresko and Joan Glusiec, beautifully illustrating how two artists, sharingthesameexperience,cancreatepaintedimages
that reveal their widely different interpretations and individualartisticintricacies
Step into the gallery and you're immediately drawn into the serene beauty of landscapes capturedthrough two distinct artistic lenses. The buzz of conversation amongattendees,reflectingonthegentlescenesandthe unique perspectives on display, truly brings the art to life Eachcanvasinvitesacalmreflection,allowingyou to explore the subtle essence of the subjects as interpreted by Doris and Joan. It's a truly delightful exhibitthatpromisesamomentofquietcontemplation andvisualdiscovery,andonethatshouldbevisitedby allartlovers
MeettheArtistsBehindtheBrushstrokes:
Behind this fascinating concept are two talented artists, Doris Cresko and Joan Glusiec, whose shared journey began with a brushstroke Joan Zysling Glusiec, after studying art education in college and completinggraduateworkinprintmaking,nowretired, enjoystimespentcreatingwatercolorandoilpaintings, and,withDoris'sinfluence,hasexploredpastels.
Doris Cresko brings a wealth of experience, having spent twenty-five years earning a living selling her creative wares in juried showsacrossthecountry She also served as director of crafts for the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Her diverse work includes leatherwear, watercolors, oil painting, and most recently, pastels. Her style is notably expressionistic andcolorful.
DorisandJoanfirstmetin20218whileparticipating intheDutotMuseumPleinAirpaint-out Thoughboth were working in oils at the time,itwasfascinatingto see how differently each portrayed the landscape in front of them. In subsequent years, they continued to accompany each other at paint-outs and even met in Monroe and Luzerne counties just to paint together, solidifyingtheiruniqueartisticbond
DiscovertheCharmofTheAntoineDutot MuseumandGallery:
Beyond the captivating “Side by Side” exhibition,a visit to The Antoine Dutot Museum and Gallery is a journey through local history and vibrant art. Antoine Dutot founded Dutotsbourg in 1793, deeding the land that became the borough of DelawareWaterGap,PA. Themuseumitselfisatreasure,housedinthecharming red schoolhouse that served the community for an impressive 99 years (1870-1969) After closing its doors as a school in 1970, the Stroudsburg School District sold the property to the borough for just one
dollar, allowing it to become the cultural gem it is today
Today, The Antoine Dutot Museum and Gallery is hometo:
Hundreds of local artifactsfromtheborough’sheyday asatopUS resortdestination
Arecreated1920s-eraclassroomthattakesyoubackin time
A thriving art gallery spotlighting the many gifted artistsoftheregion.
The Museum and Gallery is open Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Columbus Dayweekend,1pm to5p pm Don'tmissthe“Side by Side” Exhibition featuring the works of Doris Cresko and Joan Glusiec, on display at The Antoine DutotMuseumandGalleryinDelawareWaterGap,PA until August 31st. Looking ahead, the gallery’s next exhibitionwillbetheirInvitationalgroupshowwithan Artists’ReceptionscheduledforFriday,September5th, andwillbeondisplayuntilSeptember21st Pleasevisit
The Antoine Dutot Museum and Gallery's website at www.dutotmuseum.org for more information and to planyourvisit.
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Milford'sArtfulBears: ACreativePreludeto
The vibrant spirit of art is once again taking center stageinMilford,PAasthe26thannualBlackBearFilm Festival proudly unveiled its “Artful Bears" sculpture exhibition The special event was held on Saturday, August 16, at the Milford Community House introducing these captivating creations to the public, marking the beloved tradition that heralds the highly anticipatedfilmfestivaleachOctober.
These unique artistic endeavors have become synonymous with the festival, generating a palpable buzz throughout the town. Each “Artful Bear” is a testament to local talent, transforming ordinary sculptures into extraordinary works of art thatcapture the imagination of residents and visitors alike. They will remain on public display across Milforduntilthe festival weekend, when they will be gathered for a lively Silent Auction, offering art lovers a unique opportunity to own a piece of this cherished local tradition.Thisyear'senchantingcollectionfeatures:
"OdetoWilliamMorris"byReggieMaher,gracingThe DimmickInn
"The Great Outdoors"byDeniseReyes,foundatCafe Wren
"Libeary" by Helana Link, playfully adorning The MilfordTheater.
"MilfordToile"byArturoRosales,showcasedatChant Realtors
"Harmony Bear" by Nancee Schaub, residing at the CommunityHouse
Theunveilingeventwasawonderfulopportunityfor the community to connect with the artiststhemselves, alongwithmembersofthefestival’sboardofdirectors Attendees gained valuable insights into the creative processandtheinspirationbehindeachbear,fosteringa deeperappreciationfortheartistryondisplay
John DiLeo, the festival’s director, expressed his profound gratitude to the dedicatedartistsandallwho attended, emphasizing the collective spirit that makes this event so special He also shared exciting news abouttheupcomingfilmfestival,scheduledforOctober 17-19 Highlights includealiveinterviewwithspecial guestandOscarnominee,ChrisSarandon,followedby a screening of the beloved classic, “The Princess Bride, ” featuring Sarandon's iconicportrayalofPrince Humperdinck.
Addingtothefestiveatmosphere,TheLittleBigBand Group provided a dynamic musical backdrop, performing a wide array of styles from classic swingtime jazz to modern compositions byartistslike Paul Simon, Chicago, and Bobby Darin. This 15-instrument ensemble, known for its diverse repertoireofswing,bigband,rockandroll,andrhythm andblues,trulysetthestageforanart-filledafternoon You’llbeabletolearnmoreaboutTheLittleBigBand Group by exploring their website at www.thelittlebigbandgroup.comformoreinformation.
TheBlackBearFilmFestival,establishedin2000by casting director Jerry Beaver withthesupportoflocal figures like Dave Chant and Mayor Sean Strub, has grown into a significant cultural event, attracting
2,000-3,000 people annually to Milford's arts-driven community The festival utilizes severalvenuesacross town,includingTheMilfordTheatre,GreyTowers,and ForestHallStudios,toshowcaseitscuratedselectionof independentfilms.
As a non-profit organization, the Black Bear Film Festival is dedicated to enriching the community throughfilm Theirmissionistoentertain,educate,and inspire the region with exceptional indie film events, screenings, salons, and workshops. They strive to featureoutstandingindependentfilms,celebratetheart of filmmaking, build strong partnerships with local businesses,inspirestudents,andultimately,enliventhe culture and economy of Milford and its surrounding region
Don'tmisstheopportunitytowitnessthesecaptivating “Artful Bears” throughout Milford leading up to the Black Bear Film Festival from October 17-19. It's an artisticjourneynottobemissed!You’llbeabletolearn moreaboutthe26thannualBlackBearFilmFestivalby exploring their website at wwwblackbearfilmfestivalorgformoreinformation Textandphotographsforthisarticlewereprovidedby Paul Adam Smeltz (aka Paparazzi Paul) of The ForwardianArtsSociety.www.forwardianarts.org
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The clouds were brewing up a storm in PortJervis, NYonSaturday,August16th,butthisdidverylittleto dampentheatmosphereofbrillianceradiatingfromthe artwork populating The Upfront Exhibition Space
during the Artists’ Reception for its Late Summer Show The buoyant conversation among the many art loversattheeventfurtherbrightenedtheexperienceof attending the opening as their joyous words echoed throughoutthegallery.
The range and scope of creativity in the presented works never fail to astound visitors The rustic architecture of thegalleryblendswellwiththeimages andsculptures,whichrangeinessencefromtheelegant to the primitive intheirdesigns.Thisinstillsarelaxed andfamiliarjoyamongattendees,anditiswelcomed.
Port Provisions (www.portprovisionsny.com), specialists in catering for events and parties,provided the delicious cuisine for the evening Their delicious foodaddedafurtherdelighttotheevening Themusic for the afternoon and early evening proved to be a wonderful enhancement as guitarist Deb D’Anne, accompanied by another talented guitarist, serenaded the gathering with her captivating voice and hypnotizingrenditionsofthemelodiesshewovebefore her audience She also shared a number of original compositions which not only matched those she interpretedbutoftensurpassedtheminquality.Youcan learn more about her and partake ofherextraordinary musical talents by exploring her website at wwwddannemusiccom
AboutTheUpfrontExhibitionSpace:
TheUpfrontExhibitionSpaceislocatedat31Jersey AveinPortJervis,NY.GordonGraffandDebbieRaia opened thedoorsfortheirfirstexhibitionin2008,and it has since becomewellknownasahavenforartists, showcasing pieces ranging from unschooled inspirationstothosecomposedbyhighlyeducatedand exhibitedartists Sincethen,thegalleryhasbecomenot only a space for art and artists butalsoaplacewhere visitors can feel the joy and aesthetic blessing of its wonderful, soul-permeating atmosphere. A visit tothe galleryisalwaysaworthwhileexperience.
The Artists’ Reception at The Upfront Exhibition SpaceinPortJervis,NYforitsLateSummerShowwas a wonderful experience, andvisitingthegallerytosee the work is highly recommended. The exhibition will continue to be on display until September 30th. The venue also hosts musical presentations; its next one, featuring The Barry Altschul Trio, is scheduled for Saturday, September 27th You can learn more about UpFrontExhibitionSpacefromtheirFacebookpageat wwwfacebookcom/UpFrontExhibitionSpace Textandphotographsforthisarticlewereprovidedby Paul Adam Smeltz (aka Paparazzi Paul) of The ForwardianArtsSociety.www.forwardianarts.org
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WHATTHEFORWARDIANISGOING ONINSEPTEMBER
EVENTS
Thursday September 4th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg,PAwillpresentSymphonyXbeginningat 7:30pm Admission:$35to$56.50.PleasecontactThe ShermanTheateratwww.shermantheater.comformore information.
Friday September 5th - The Grey Towers, NHS, in Milford PA will hold a Candlelight Dinner at the Finger Bowl Legacy Scholarship Fundraiser beginning at 5pm Admission: $125. Please contact The Grey Towers at www.greytowers.org for more information.
Friday September 5th - Orange Coffeehouse in DelawareWaterGap,PAwillholdanArtists'Reception beginningat5pmfortheirJazzed:AnEveningofJazz andArtExhibitionInCelebrationofTheArts(COTA) FestivalwithmusicalguestTheDanWilkinsJazzTrio alongwithanAllStarJazzJam.Admission:Free.The exhibition will continue to be on display until September 30th. Please contact Orange at wwworangecoffeeartmusiccomformoreinformation
FridaySeptember5th-TheAntoineDutotMuseumand Gallery in Delaware Water Gap, PA will hold an Artist’s Reception for their Invitational group show beginning at 7pm Admission: Free. The Exhibition will be on display until September 21st Please contact The Antoine Dutot Museum and Gallery at wwwdutotmuseumorgformoreinformation
Friday September 5th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, PA will present Parmalee beginning at 8pm Admission: $35 to $46.20. Please contact The ShermanTheateratwwwshermantheatercomformore information
Friday September 5th - ArtSpace/Lima in Lima, OH will hold their Spring Street Jamboree throughout the town offering food, drink, music, arts,crafts,andfun. Fee: Free. The Jamboree will continue until September 6th. Please contact ArtSpace/Lima at www.artspacelima.comformoreinformation.
SaturdaySeptember6th-TheRebelStagePlayersand theSchoolforVisualandPerformingArtswillholdan Open House at their new location in Stroudsburg, PA beginning at 11am. Admission: Free. Please contact The Stage Players at www.rebelstages.com for more information
SaturdaySeptember6th-The46thAnnualCelebration oftheArts(COTA)Festivalwilltakeplacethroughout Delaware Water Gap, PA beginningat12pmfeaturing JazzandArtinvariouslocations.Admission:Various. ThefestivalwillcontinueuntilSeptember7th.Please contact The 46th Annual Celebration of the Arts at wwwcotajazzorgformoreinformation
Saturday September 6th-TheAllentownArtMuseum in Allentown, PA will present their exhibition titled “Christ Quilts:ATurning”featuringtheArlanandPat Christ Collection beginning at 1pm (RSVP) Admission: Free. Please contact The Allentown Art Museum at wwwAllentownArtMuseumorg for more information
SaturdaySeptember6th-TheGreyTowers,N.H.S.,in Milford. PA will present Spiritualism at Grey Towers givenbyRev DarrellBerger RSVPAdmission:Free for Members $10 for Non Members. Please contact The Grey Towers at wwwgreytowersorg for more information.
Saturday September 6th - The Gallery at530Mainin Stroudsburg, PA will hold an Artists’ Reception for their Love and Peace Art Show beginning at 5pm. Admission: Free. The exhibition will be on display untilOctober18th.PleasecontactTheGalleryat530 Main at www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570946421461 formoreinformation.
Saturday September 6th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, PA will present Dead Again – Type O NegativeTributebeginningat8pm Admission:$16to $24.13. Please contact The Sherman Theater at www.shermantheater.comformoreinformation.
SundaySeptember7th-TheMilfordTheaterinMilford, PA will present the film, “A Streetcar Named Desire” (1951) hosted by John DeLeo beginning at 4pm. Admission: $15. Please ContactTheMilfordTheaterat www.themilfordtheater.comformoreinformation.
Monday September 8th - The Pocono Cinema and Cultural Center in East Stroudsburg, PA will present PopCorn Poetry hosted by The Carlton and Brianna Booker at 7pm. Admission: Free. Please contact The Pocono Cinema and Cultural Center at www.poconocinema.orgformoreinformation.
Tuesday September 9th - The Musikfest Café in Bethlehem, PA will present Dorothy as part of her Redemption Tour with Special Guest Eddie and The Getaway beginning at 8pm. Admission: Unknown. Please contact The Musikfest Café at www.steelstacks.orgformoreinformation.
WednesdaySeptember10th-TheEasternMonroePublic LibraryinStroudsburg,PAwillpresentafilmtitled,“The Fall Guy” beginning at 2pm as part of their Weekday Film Series. Admission: Free. Please contact The EasternMonroePublicLibraryatwww.monroepl.orgfor moreinformation
Wednesday September 10th - The Madelon Powers Gallery located in the Fine and Performing Arts Center on the campusoftheEastStroudsburgUniversityofPA willholdanArtists’Receptionbeginningat4pmfortheir Community Curators Exhibition featuring artists who also curate shows at various venues throughout the Poconos community The exhibition will include the works of Sara Bauer, Tricia Lowry Lippert, Courtney Natt, Andrea Rimberg, Will Rothfuss,JodySinger,Jack and Jill Swersie, and Teagan Turrell. In addition, guest curator Joni Oye and Madelon Powers Gallery Director and Chair of Art + Media + Design, Darlene Farris-LaBar, will also present their own artworks Admission:Free.Theexhibitionwillcontinuetobeon displayuntilOctober10th.PleasecontactTheMadelon PowersGalleryatesuarts@esu.eduformoreinformation.
Friday September 12th - The2025MilfordReadersand Writers Festival will take place in The Milford Theater various locations throughout Milford, PA Admission: Various. The Festival will continue until September 14th. Please contact The 2025 Milford Readers and Writers Festival at www.milfordreadersandwriters.com formoreinformation.
Friday September 12th - The New Hope ArtsCenterin New Hope, PA will hold an Artists’Receptionfortheir NewHopeThenandNowJuriedExhibitionbeginningat 6pmcelebratingboththetown'shistoricarchitectureand contemporary scenes in partnership with the NewHope HistoricalSociety.Admission:Free.Theexhibitionwill continue to be on display until October 12th. Please Contact The New Hope Arts Center at wwwnewhopeartsorgformoreinformation
Friday September 12th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, PA willpresentDarkHistoriesMysteries–Tower of Terror beginning at 8pm in their Sherman Showcase Facilities Admission: $15 to $21.10. Please contact The Sherman Theater at wwwshermantheatercomformoreinformation
Friday September 12th - ArtsQuest willpresentOrleans with special guest DMC DUO at The Union Terrace AmphitheaterinAllentown,PAbeginningat6pmaspart oftheirConcertSeries Admission:Free.Pleasecontact ArtQuestatwwwartsquestorgformoreinformation
Saturday September 13th - The Kindred Spirits Arts Program will present Violinist Alexander Markov featuring an evening of Bach,Tartini,Paganini,Saraste, and others at The Grey Towers, NHS, in Milford PA beginningat5:30pm Admission:$28.52.Pleasecontact The Kindred Spirits Arts Program at www.kindredspiritsarts.orgformoreinformation.
SaturdaySeptember13th-TheArteryGalleryinMilford, PA will holdanArtists’Receptionbeginningat6pmfor theirArtisticCuriositiesExhibitionfeaturingtheworksof Barbara Alice Moir alongwithBillandAllisonRabsey Admission:Free.Theexhibitionwillcontinuetobeon display until October 6th. Please contact The Artery Gallery at www.arterygallerymilford.com for more information.
Saturday September 13th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg,PAwillpresentGrierfestComedywithZack Hammond, Seth Ruddick, and PJ Morin beginning at 8pm in their Sherman Showcase Facilities. Admission: $20 to $27.75. Please contact The Sherman Theater at wwwshermantheatercomformoreinformation
SundaySeptember14th-TheMilfordTheaterinMilford, PA will present the film, “Evil Under the Sun” (1982) hosted by John DeLeo beginning at 4pm. Admission: $15. Please Contact The Milford Theater at www.themilfordtheater.comformoreinformation.
Tuesday September 15th - ArtSpace/Lima in Lima, OH will present Lunch with the Laureate featuring Laurin Wolfe beginning at 6:30pm. Fee: Unknown. Please contact ArtSpace/Lima at www.artspacelima.com for moreinformation.
SaturdaySeptember20th-Septemberfestwilltakeplace with a variety of Musical Performances throughout the town of Milford, PA beginning at noon Admission: Free. Please contact Milford Presents at www.milfordpa.usformoreinformation.
SundaySeptember21st-TheMilfordTheaterinMilford, PAwillpresentthefilm,“TheLastPictureShow”(1971) hosted by John DeLeo beginning at 4pm Admission: $15. Please Contact The Milford Theater at www.themilfordtheater.comformoreinformation.
FridaySeptember20th-ArtSpace/LimainLima,OHwill hold an Artists’ Reception for their 2nd Open Wall beginning at 6:30pm Admission: Free.Theexhibition will be on display until October 25th. Please contact ArtSpace/Lima at www.artspacelima.com for more information.
Saturday September 20th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, PA will present Kyle Hollingsworth beginning at 6:30pm Admission:$20to$29.75.Please contact The Sherman Theater at www.shermantheater.comformoreinformation.
Saturday September 20th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg,PAwillpresentGuerrillaRadiobeginningat 8pm in their Sherman Showcase Facilities Admission: $15 to $21.10. Please contact The Sherman Theater at www.shermantheater.comformoreinformation.
FridaySeptember26th-TheAntoineDutotMuseumand GalleryinDelawareWaterGap,PAwillholdanArtist’s Reception for their Coming upon theCloudsExhibition featuring the work of Dawn Linden beginning at 7pm Admission: Free The Exhibition will be on display until October 12th. Please contact The Antoine Dutot MuseumandGalleryatwww.dutotmuseum.orgformore information.
Friday September 26th - The Eastern Monroe Public Library in Stroudsburg, PA will present Sol Katana performing Latin Space Funk beginning at 7pm (doors open at 6:30pm) as part of their Bookhouse Series. Admission: Free. Please contact The Eastern Monroe Public Library at www.monroepl.org for more information
FridaySeptember26th-ArtSpace/LimainLima,OHwill present The 28th Annual ManhattanShortFilmFestival beginning at 7pm. Admission: $15. The festival will continue until September 27th. Additional screening will take place October 3rd and 4th. Please contact ArtSpace/Lima at www.artspacelima.com for more information
Friday September 26th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg,PAwillpresentStayin'Alive–ATributeto The Bee Gees beginning at 8pm. Admission: $33 to $49.29. Please contact The Sherman Theater at wwwshermantheatercomformoreinformation
Saturday September 27th-TheGreyTowers,NHS,in Milford PAwillholdtheirFestivalofWoodbeginningat 11am.Admission:Free.PleasecontactTheGreyTowers atwww.greytowers.orgformoreinformation.
Saturday September 27th - The Pocono Center for the Arts will hold an Artists’ Reception for their Fall Splendor Exhibition beginning at 2pm at the Eastern Monroe Public Library in Stroudsburg, PA. Admission Free. The exhibition will beondisplayuntilOctober 11th. Please contact The Pocono Center for the Arts at wwwpoconocenterfortheartsorgformoreinformation
Friday September 27th - Orange Coffeehouse in DelawareWaterGap,PAwillpresentWoodHippiewith TC Carpenterbeginningat6pm.Admission:Unknown. PleasecontactOrangeatwww.orangecoffeeartmusic.com formoreinformation.
SaturdaySeptember27th-TheUpfrontExhibitionSpace in Port Jervis, NY will present TheBarryAltschulTrio beginning at 7pm as part of their Groove Port Series. Admission: $20. Please contact TheUpfrontExhibition Space at Gordon31jersey@gmail.com for more information.
Saturday September 27th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, PA will present HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis beginning at 8pm. Admission: $29.50 to $61.14. Please contact The Sherman Theater at www.shermantheater.comformoreinformation.
Saturday September 27th - The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, PA will present Hell's Greatest Cabaret beginning at 8pm featuring an interactive experience combined with the sultry world of burlesque in their ShermanShowcaseFacilities.Admission:$15to$21.10. Please contact The Sherman Theater at wwwshermantheatercomformoreinformation
ONGOINGEVENTS
The Antoine Dutot Museum and Gallery in Delaware WaterGap,PAwillpresenttheirSidebySideExhibition featuring the work of Doris Cresko and Joan Glusiec until August 31st. Please contact The Antoine Dutot MuseumandGalleryatwww.dutotmuseum.orgformore information
ThePayneGalleryatMoravianUniversityinBethlehem, PA will present their The Art of Musikfest: Musikfest Poster Artist Retrospective Exhibition (2019 – 2025) until August 31st. Please contact Artquest at wwwArtsQuestorgformoreinformation
The Bethlehem Area Public Library in Bethlehem, PA willholdaWatercolor101(SessionB)classwithRachel Cavotta until September 3rd. Please Contact The ArtsQuest Visual Arts programming Department at www.artsquest.org/visual-artsformoreinformation.
ThePoconoCenterfortheArtswillpresenttheirSummer in the Poconos Exhibition at theEasternMonroePublic Library inStroudsburg,PAuntilSeptember6th.Please contact The Pocono Center for the Arts at www.poconocenterforthearts.orgformoreinformation.
The Bethlehem Visitor Center at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, PA will present Improv 101 with Laurie Wagner Storlie and Improv 201 with Danielle Tampier beginning at 7pm as part of their Summer's Comedy Classes Series until September 8th. Please contact Artquestatwww.ArtsQuest.orgformoreinformation.
TheArtsQuestCenterinBethlehem,PAwillpresenttheir MalloryZondag:WhatLiesBetweenUsExhibitionuntil September 14th. Please contact Artquest at www.ArtsQuest.orgformoreinformation.
The Gallery at Chant Realtors in Lords Valley, PA will present the work of Joan Polishook until September 27th. Please contact The Gallery Curator at mamajoan@ptdnetformoreinformation
The Modern Fossils (MFA) Gallery in Frenchtown, NJ will present their Create That Tune Exhibition until September 28th. Please contact The Modern Fossils (MFA) Gallery at wwwmodernfossilsnet for more information
ThePoconoCenterfortheArtswillpresent“TheArtof Heidi Hooper” exhibition in the Auradell Galleryatthe Stroudsmoor Country Inn in Stroudsburg, PA until September 29th. Please contact The PoconoCenterfor the Arts at www.poconocenterforthearts.org for more information.
The Upfront Exhibition Space in Port Jervis, NY will present their Late Summer Late Summer Show until September 30th. PleasecontactTheUpfrontExhibition Space at Gordon31jersey@gmail.com for more information.
OPPORTUNITIES
The Gallery at 530 Main in Stroudsburg, PA will be acceptingsubmissionsfortheirLoveandPeaceArtShow on Sunday August 31st (12-4 pm) and Tuesday September 2nd (10 am–2pm).Drop-OffFee:$15for One Piece (CASH or CHECK ONLY – Checks payable to “Fine Arts Discovery LLC”) Commission onSales:20%.TheArtists’Receptionwilltakeplaceon Saturday September 6th and the exhibition will be on displayuntilOctober18th.PleasecontactTheGalleryat 530 Main at www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570946421461 for moreinformation
Orange CoffeehouseinDelawareWaterGap,PAwillbe accepting submissions for their Jazzed: An Evening of Jazz and Art Exhibition on Wednesday September 3rd from4to6pm.Hangingfee:$5perwork(max4works per artist)payableatdrop-off.CommissiononSales: 35%. Best in Show $100 To Be Awarded ByOrange Staff. The Artists’ Reception will take place on Friday September5thandtheexhibitionwillbeondisplayuntil September 30th. Please contact Orange at art@orangecoffeeartmusic.comformoreinformation.
ArtSpace/Lima in Lima, OH will be accepting submissionsfortheir2ndOpenWalleventonSeptember 10th, 11th, 12th, and 13th Any medium is welcomed The Artists’ Reception will take place on Friday September 20th beginning at 6:30pm andtheexhibition will be on display until October 25th. Please contact ArtSpace/Lima at www.artspacelima.com for more information
The Modern Fossils (MFA) Gallery in Frenchtown, NJ will be accepting submissions for their Juried Fall Showcase titled, “SUPERSIZE IT” on Monday September 22nd (early submission deadline with $45 submission fee),ThursdayOctober2nd(midsubmission
deadline with $50 submission fee),andSundayOctober 12th(latesubmissiondeadlinewith$60submissionfee) ThedropoffdatesareSundayOctober26th(4-6pm)and Monday October 27th (11am-1pm). Commission on Sales: 0% on any sales under $1000. For sales over $1000, 15% commission. The Artists’ Reception will take place on Sunday November 2ndandtheexhibition will be on display until November 30th Please contact The Modern Fossils (MFA) Gallery at www.modernfossils.netformoreinformation
ARTEDUCATION
Friday September 5th - The ArtsQuest Center Fowler Blast Furnace Room in Bethlehem, PA will hold their FirstFridayWin'dDownWorkshop:AutumnWatercolor and Ink Painting with Rachel Cavotta Fee: Unknown Please Contact The ArtsQuest VisualArtsprogramming Department at www.artsquest.org/visual-arts for more information.
Friday September 5th - The Earth Art Studio in Tannersville, PA will hold Needle Felting in the Fall Workshop beginning at 4pm Fee: Unknown. Please contact The Earth Art Studio at www.facebook.com/EarthArtmadewithlove for more information.
Saturday September 6th - The Scranton Photography Group will hold a Bokeh for Beginners Class led by Kathleen Fritch Fee: $49 Please contact The Scranton Photography Group at www.scrantonphotographygroup.com for more information.
Saturday September 6th -TheBethlehemVisitorCenter atSteelStacksinBethlehem,PAwillpresentImprov101 withLaurieWagnerStorlieandImprov201withDanielle Tampier beginning at 7pm as part of their Summer's Comedy Classes Series. Tuition: $179 for general patronsand$160forArtsQuestMembers.Theclasses will continue until September 8th. Please contact ArtquestatwwwArtsQuestorgformoreinformation
MondaySeptember8th-TheArtsQuestCeramicsStudio in AllentownPAwillholdclassesinBeginnerCeramics withGableYoungandinWheelThrowingforBeginners to Advanced with Asha Serra Fee: Unknown The classes will continue until November 10th. Please Contact The ArtsQuest Visual Arts programming Department at wwwartsquestorg/visual-arts for more information.
Wednesday September 10th - The Bethlehem Area Public Library in Bethlehem, PA will hold their Autumn Watercolor and Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Cavotta. Please Contact The ArtsQuest Visual Arts programming Department at www.artsquest.org/visual-artsformoreinformation.
Wednesday September 10th - The ArtsQuest Center FowlerBlastFurnaceRoominBethlehem,PAwillhold their Wine'd Down Workshop: Landscapes like Van GoghwithAlexandraSchnabel.Fee:Unknown.Please Contact The ArtsQuest Visual Arts programming Department at wwwartsquestorg/visual-arts for more information
Thursday September 11th - 520 Hamilton St Allentown, PA will present Intro to Portrait Painting with Gable Young. Fee: Unknown. The class will continue until November 13th. Please Contact The ArtsQuest Visual Arts programming Department at wwwartsquestorg/visual-artsformoreinformation
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THEOCTOBERCOVERTOCOVER COMPETITION
TheForwardianArtsSocietyisexcitedtoannouncean art and photography competition to select the cover images for the October issue of The Forwardian Gazette Seizethisopportunitytoshowcaseyourtalent andhaveyourworkseenbyourreaders!
HowtoEnter:
Entrantsarelimitedtothreeimages.
Allentriesmustbetitled Allentriesmustbesentto submissions@forwardianarts.org bySeptember15,2025tobeconsidered.
Prizes:
FirstPlaceWinner:Yourartworkwillbeprominently featured on the newsletter's front cover, and you will alsobeinvitedtoparticipateasajudgefortheOctober CovertoCoverCompetition.
Second Place Winner: Your artwork will befeatured onthenewsletter'sbackcover
You can read past issues of our newsletter and see examples of previous covers at www.forwardianarts.org/the-forwardian-gazette.
Submityourartandphotographytodayandshareyour creativity with our community, contributing to the vibrantpagesofTheForwardianGazette!
ONOURCOVERS
Jackie Lima’s painting titled, "12 FoldPath"hasbeen chosen during our Competition toappearontheFront cover of The Forwardian Gazette's September Issue Congratulations.www.facebook.com/JLimaArtStudio
ZacharySteere’sphotographtitled,"70sRoadTrip"has been chosen during our Competition to appear on the Back cover of The Forwardian Gazette's September Issue Congratulations wwwwanderingwolfphotocom
BECOMEAFORWARDIAN
Becoming aForwardianArtLoverisFreeandopento any individual who loves the arts and wishes to be a part of The Forwardian Arts Society’s Fellowship You’llfindmoreinformationat wwwforwardianartsorg/join-us
VolunteerOpportunity:JoinThe ForwardianArtsMagazineTeam!
Areyoupassionateaboutthearts?TheForwardianArts Magazine, a quarterly publication by The Forwardian Arts Society, isseekingenthusiasticvolunteerstohelp us bring art, stories, and opportunities to life for art lovers!
Our magazine will feature engaging articles on art-related events, opportunities, and high-quality art, short stories, and poetry. Available online, with plans for print distribution in Monroe, Pike, Lehigh, and Northampton Counties of PA, our first issue is slated forApril2026
Thisisafantasticchanceto:
● Gain valuable experience in publishing, editing,writing,ordesign.
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All positions are volunteer roles, offering meaningful experience and the chance to contribute to something special.
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