{"id":86954,"date":"2019-04-03T19:52:29","date_gmt":"2019-04-03T23:52:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=86954"},"modified":"2019-04-03T19:52:29","modified_gmt":"2019-04-03T23:52:29","slug":"southside-arts-music-festival-announces-lineup-for-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=86954","title":{"rendered":"SouthSide Arts & Music Festival Announces Lineup for 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

Featured Image: <\/strong>photo of <\/em>Pau Quintanajournet by David Zushlag<\/em><\/p>\n

Free festival, presented by Capital BlueCross, offers concerts, art activities and family fun throughout Bethlehem\u2019s SouthSide Arts District<\/em><\/p>\n

Bethlehem, PA\u2014The creation of a community mural at Caf\u00e9 The Lodge by internationally-renowned artist Pau Quintanajournet, live music at 10 South Bethlehem locations and fun-filled art experiences including a community Art & Photo Swap and a virtual reality exhibit highlight the 2019 SouthSide Arts & Music Festival May 3-4 in Bethlehem. The festival, presented by Capital BlueCross, offers attendees a dynamic mix of music and art experiences and is designed to shine the spotlight on Bethlehem\u2019s SouthSide Arts District.<\/p>\n

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The 2019 SouthSide Arts & Music Festival is filled with visual arts experiences, live music and family programming, all designed to encourage guests to visit South Bethlehem\u2019s shops, restaurants and arts venues. This year\u2019s festival includes performances by artists like Billy Bauer and Chris Lorenzetti, Chelsea Lyn Myer, Pete + the Stray Dogs and That\u2019s What She Said. At the Banana Factory Arts Center, the public can explore a variety of free and ticketed arts experiences, including workshops focused on urban printmaking, glassblowing, weaving, yoga art and more. In addition, a number of local artists and vendors will be on hand, offering fun, funky and beautifully crafted collectables and works of art for sale.<\/p>\n

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\u201cSupporting local arts and culture is a vital part of Capital BlueCross\u2019 role as a community leader, and we\u2019re happy to offer our continued support to the SouthSide Arts & Music Festival,\u201d says Susan Hubley, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility for Capital BlueCross. \u201cThis festival adds so much to Bethlehem\u2019s vibrant arts scene and further strengthens our community and its overall well-being.\u201d<\/p>\n

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On May 3, 6-9 p.m., the community is invited to First Friday at the Banana Factory Arts Center, featuring the opening reception and awards announcements for the annual \u201cCompendium Juried Exhibition\u201d with juror Tim Higgins. The exhibit, which is designed to highlight the thriving artistic community of the Lehigh Valley, showcases a diverse array of artists. From 5-7 p.m. that evening, Dan\u2019s Camera City is hosting an Art & Photo Swap<\/strong>, where arts enthusiasts and artists can network, enjoy beverages and check out each other\u2019s artwork. Dan\u2019s Camera City is partnering with ArtsQuest to provide five free prints to trade during this event.<\/p>\n

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The next day, from 1:30-5:30 p.m.,\u00a0 the arts center is offering a Virtual Reality Experience<\/strong> with Pollen Consolidated. This unique exhibition focuses on adapting traditional art into virtual worlds to create a mixed reality. All artwork in the demonstration was scanned or photographed digitally and then brought into the virtual environment that visitors are invited to explore.<\/p>\n

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From 3-5 p.m. on Saturday, Ryan Fisher of Lasting Image Photography and President of the Lehigh Valley Photo Group is leading a free, guided photo walk<\/strong> through South Bethlehem.\u00a0 The walk is open to all skill levels, with participants meeting at the Banana Factory to begin their exploration of the city\u2019s unique spaces, historical architecture and charm. Participants should bring their own cameras.<\/p>\n

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In the days leading up to the SouthSide Arts & Music Festival, Germany\u2019s Pau Quintanajournet will be creating a mural on the exterior of Caf\u00e9 The Lodge on Fourth Street. The mural, which is supported by ArtsQuest, The Caf\u00e9 the Lodge, Resources for Human Development and Just Born, will be done in Pau\u2019s signature style and highlight Caf\u00e9 The Lodge\u2019s mission focused on mental health recovery.<\/p>\n

Born in Chile, Quintanajournet moved to Germany at the age of 15 to broaden her horizons and find a creative outlet. Inspired by Pablo Neruda\u2019s words, “The murals are the books of the people,\u201d she started a long-term art project in 2013 called\u00a0PROJECT WALLFLOWERS<\/a>. Today, her work is found on walls in Egypt, Tunisia, Spain, France, The Netherlands, Germany, United States, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia and Chile. She has also appeared in festivals, exhibitions and events around the globe including the METROPOLINK Festival in Heidelberg, Germany; 40 Degree Urban Art Festival in Dusseldorf, Germany; and TEDx Asbury Park in New Jersey.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe SouthSide Arts District is thrilled to partner with ArtsQuest and welcome back the SouthSide Arts & Music Festival,\u201d says Missy Hartney, Downtown Manager for the SouthSide Arts District. \u201cThis event is a fabulous opportunity for residents of Bethlehem and beyond to explore all the arts and culture the SouthSide has to offer at the ArtsQuest campuses and throughout our shops and restaurants of the downtown. The SouthSide has such a fun, bohemian atmosphere, and this festival truly highlights all those features \u2013 vast works of public art and great music of all genres.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Other SouthSide Arts & Music Festival highlights include:<\/p>\n

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– Tours of Resident Artists\u2019 studios at the Banana Factory<\/p>\n

– Banana Factory Artist Talk (May 3) and Art Installation at the ArtsQuest Center by Martha Rich<\/p>\n

– Hip-Hop & Breakdancing Competition on May 4, 4-6 p.m., at the Banana Factory<\/p>\n

– Skateboard Tricks Competition presented by Homebase610, May 3, 6-9 p.m., at the Banana Factory<\/p>\n

Most SouthSide Arts & Music Festival programs and activities are free; however, some do require an admission fee and advance signup. Festival hours are Friday, 6-9 p.m., and Saturday, 1-7 p.m. For additional information, please visit www.steelstacks.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The SouthSide Arts & Music Festival Lineup:<\/p>\n

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Friday, May 3, 6-9 p.m.<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Banana Factory Arts Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

5-7 p.m. | Hot Glass Experience: Make Your Own Glass Flower | $50 Per Experience<\/p>\n

6-8:30 p.m. | Bob Ross Style Paint-Along | FREE<\/p>\n

6-9 p.m.\u00a0 | Open Resident Artist Studios | FREE<\/p>\n

6-9 p.m. | Custom Button Making | FREE<\/p>\n

6-9 p.m. | Homebase610 Best Tricks Contest | FREE<\/p>\n

6-9 p.m. |\u00a0Henna Tattoos | $15<\/p>\n

6-9 p.m. | SouthSide ArtsWalk | FREE\/$<\/p>\n

6:30 p.m. | Artist Talk with Martha Rich & Maria Beddia | FREE<\/p>\n

7:30 p.m. | Compendium Juried Exhibition: Reception & Awards Announcements | FREE<\/p>\n

7-9 p.m. | Flameworking Demo & Collaboration with Dan Getz & Hannah Shine | FREE<\/p>\n

7-9 p.m. | Hot Glass Demo with the ArtsQuest Glass Studio | FREE<\/p>\n

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Free Music at the Banana Factory <\/strong><\/p>\n

7-9 p.m. | Pete + the Stray Dogs (Blues, Folk, Country) | FREE<\/p>\n

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Free Music in SouthSide Bethlehem<\/strong><\/p>\n

5-7 p.m. | Chelsea Lyn Meyer | Hill-to-Hill Grille, 120 W. 3rd St.<\/p>\n

5-6:30 p.m. | The Ancient Oaks | E-Z Money, 20 W. 4th St.<\/p>\n

6-8 p.m. | Brian Kibler | Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub, 4 E. 4th St.<\/p>\n

7-9 p.m. | Seth Witcher | Domaci, 21 E. 3rd St.<\/p>\n

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Saturday, May 4, 1-7 p.m.<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Banana Factory Arts Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Character Design Workshop with Musikfest 2019 Poster Artist Jessica Bastidas | $120<\/p>\n

10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | YogART\u00ae Workshop with Michelle Lee | $40<\/p>\n

1-4:30 p.m. | Community Loom Weaving and Demonstration with Kim Tanzos | FREE<\/p>\n

1-4:30 p.m. | Hands-on Art Projects | FREE<\/p>\n

1-5 p.m. | Hot Glass Experience: Make Your Own Glass Succulent | $50 Per Experience<\/p>\n

1-7 p.m. | Henna Tattoos | $15<\/p>\n

1-7 p.m. | Hands-on Projects & Demos with MakeLV | FREE<\/p>\n

1-7 p.m. | SouthSide ArtsWalk | FREE\/$<\/p>\n

1-7 p.m. | Create + Connect Skateboard Design Competition | FREE<\/p>\n

In partnership with HomeBase610, Lost Soul Skateboards & Lehigh Valley Apparel Creations<\/em><\/p>\n

1:30-5:30 p.m. | Virtual Reality Experience with Pollen Consolidated | FREE<\/p>\n

2-6 p.m. | Flameworking Demo & Collaboration with Dan Getz & Hannah Shine | FREE<\/p>\n

3 p.m. | Urban Print Making with Alex Snowden | $30, includes one t-shirt<\/p>\n

3:30 & 4:30 p.m. | Star Wars Terrarium with Natalie Hartman | $27<\/p>\n

3-5 p.m. | LV Photography Group Photo Walk with Ryan Fisher | FREE<\/p>\n

4-6 p.m. | Hip-Hop & Break-Dancing Competition | FREE<\/p>\n

5-7 p.m. | Art & Photo Swap with Dan\u2019s Camera City | FREE<\/p>\n

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Free Music at the Banana Factory Arts Center <\/strong><\/p>\n

1:30-3:30 p.m. | <\/em>River Lynch and The Spiritmakers | FREE<\/p>\n

4:30-6:30 p.m. | <\/em>The Dull Blue Lights | FREE<\/p>\n

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Free Music in SouthSide Bethlehem <\/strong><\/p>\n

12-2 p.m. | James Whiteman | Cafe The Lodge, 427 E. 4th St.<\/p>\n

2-4 p.m. | EJ & JO Acoustic Duo | <\/strong>Hill-to-Hill Grill, 120 W. 3rd St.<\/p>\n

5-7 p.m. | Stacy Gabel | Hill-to-Hill Grill, 120 W. 3rd St.<\/p>\n

5-7 p.m. | Cassidy Rain | Roasted, 22 W. 4th St.<\/p>\n

5-7 p.m. | Zach Russack | Revel Social, 217 Broadway<\/p>\n

5-7 p.m. | Jack Pierone | Molinari’s, 322 E. 3rd St.<\/p>\n

6-8 p.m. | That’s What She Said | Domaci, 21 E. 3rd St.<\/p>\n

7-9 p.m. | Billy Bauer & Chris Lorenzetti | South Bethlehem Greenway, Taylor & Mechanic Streets<\/p>\n

8-11 p.m. | Time Why?s | Hill-to-Hill Grill, 120 W. 3rd St.<\/p>\n

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Information and image provided to TVL by:
\nMark Demko, ArtsQuest
\nhttp:\/\/www.artsquest.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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