*** (out of four)

Imagine a lovely, gold-leaf, hardback copy of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby.”

Now imagine getting hit over the head with it, firmly and repeatedly.

That’s how the first 20 minutes feels in Baz Luhrmann’s glitzy new film version of the 1925 classic. more»

*** (out of four)

“Iron Man 3” has one great strength and one liability:

The script. more»

The 30th annual Muncy Valley Hospital Lawn Party is scheduled Saturday, June 15 from 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the hospital, 215 East Water Street. more»

Two young female Pennsylvania filmmakers have created a film and released it on Youtube that tackles the difficult and dark subject of human trafficking in America. “Remember To Forget Me” is a 30 minute video a year in the making. It has been created to raise awareness on Human Trafficking through artistic film. more»

Thought-provoking thriller with great performances and gorgeous visuals

*** (out of four)

Chivalry is not dead. more»

What do you get when you bring together a fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, upright slap bass, rhinestone costumes, hilarious comedy and great classic country, bluegrass, rockabilly and gospel music?

Branson On The Road is coming to Williamsport on Saturday, June 8 at the Community Arts Center. more»

First of many goodies in a promising sci-fi year
*** (out of four)

Yes, there is more going on than meets the eye in “Oblivion,” the new sci-fi hit starring Tom Cruise. more»

Converge Gallery

Outdoor First Friday

Converge Gallery to unveil 'Uprising'

On May 2, 2013, Converge Gallery will unveil "Uprising," an exhibition of new and major work by its stable of eight represented artists. This is the first group showing of these artists: ClockWorkBox, Mike Cockrill, Ryan Hewett, Jeremiah Johnson, Liz Parrish, Johnny Romeo, Matthew Rose, and Howard Tran. more»

Image courtesy of John McKaig, woodcut print— "Saints Never Surrender, III"

Join us at the Pajama Factory for a First Friday celebration on May 3rd from 6–9pm for multiple gallery events, grand openings, shows, and Open Studios—over 20 factory artists will be opening their doors for the evening. more»

'42' a Stirring Tribute to Jackie Robinson

***1/2 (out of four)

Thanks to “A League of Their Own,” everybody knows there’s no crying in baseball.

But there is crying in baseball movies -- at least for the audience. more»

The independent pop/folk band, Har-di-Har will debut in Williamsport on May 20 at the Bullfrog Brewery. In a time when both electronic music and "the duo" are becoming extremely popular forms of making music, Har-di-Har sets themselves apart. They use no loop pedals or samples, and yet they create the sound of a four-piece band. more»

 Dancing Bear Farm is hosting a grand opening on Sunday, May 5, from 1:00 – 4:30 PM
(Rain Date May-11)
Family Fun *** Live Music
Carnival Games & Prizes *** Free Hot Dogs
Raffle for B&B Weekend *** Special Rates on Event Reservations

Live Music

Tours & Raffle more»

Penn State University Men’s Glee Club

The Penn State University Men’s Glee Club will perform a free concert beginning at 7 p.m. on April 15 at the Williamsport Area High School auditorium. more»

Montoursville native is Adam Makos return to Ottos this Friday, April 5, to sign his new book,VOICES OF THE PACIFIC. more»

Flyer artwork by Jonathan Frazier

Outdoor First Friday

Corner of Fourth & Pine

Outdoor music on Pine Street for First Friday. Artists can pre-register at Le Chocolat, 420 Pine

Street.

Converge Gallery

140 W. Fourth Street • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm explorefirstfriday.com/converge-art-gallery/ more»

**1/2 (out of four)

During “Olympus Has Fallen,” half the time I kept thinking, “This is really exciting!” -- and the other half, “This is really stupid!”

In the end, “exciting” wins out -- but not by much. more»