Lehigh Valley Sing-Off

Competition for $2000.00

 Will you be the Champion of the inaugural Lehigh Valley Sing Off? 

 The Lehigh Valley Sing-Off was inspired by Harry Chapin's song, "Mr. Tanner", and a competition was born.  

The events will give the Lehigh Valley community the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the talent in our local music community, all while keeping to the ideals of doing well for your fellow person and fighting hunger in our communities.  

Plus, the Champion of the Event will have the notoriety of being the Lehigh Valley Sing-off Champion with a $2000. Grand Prize!

The Sing-off will showcase local Singers, Songwriters, and Musicians by holding a series of 3 monthly, plus one final, “Sing Off” competitions where local vocal and musical artists (must be based in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, & Warren NJ, counties) will perform. 

  With Regina Marinelli & Melba Toliver

Booked at The Bell will meet on July 10th, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss The Alchemist, written in the late 1980’s by Brazilian lyricist and author, Paulo Coelho de Souza (aka Paul Coehlo).  

This is a short novel about a shepherd boy named Santiago who has a dream and is inspired to leave home and journey far away to find hidden treasure.  One reviewer claimed The Alchemist should be read three times in your lifetime, especially if suffering from a midlife crisis.  

This touching story about love and the courage to follow your heart is timeless and will hopefully speak to each of us, no matter where we are on our personal journeys. 

Summer

Activities

Other than Book Clubs and possibly Final Fridays,  The Bell normally takes the summer off our regular education and daytime activities. 

The Bell Tower Cultural Center does not have airconditioning in the building.  Therefore, we reduce the amount of activities in June, July & August.

Would someone like to donate a new HVAC system?

  With Regina Marinelli & Melba Toliver

Join our Monthly Book Club for an interesting night of discussion about books of interest.

  With Regina Marinelli & Melba Toliver

Join our Monthly Book Club for an interesting night of discussion about books of interest.

The Two Maries  Make ....  Great Food 

Join us for this hilarious and educational food lesson and luncheon as we watch and participate with these two beautiful italian ladies "of a certain age" who teach us how to make some o fthe best italian food in the region.

Its not only a fun time, but it is a chance to learn and then... we eat!

Lehigh Valley Sing-Off

Round 1

 Five Great Contestants competing for the title of                Lehigh Valley Sing Off Champion

 The Lehigh Valley Sing-Off was inspired by Harry Chapin's song, "Mr. Tanner", and a competition was born.  

The events will give the Lehigh Valley community the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the talent in our local music community, all while keeping to the ideals of doing well for your fellow person and fighting hunger in our communities.  

The Sing-off will showcase local Singers, Songwriters, and Musicians by holding a series of 3 monthly, plus one final, “Sing Off” competitions where local vocal and musical artists (must be based in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, & Warren NJ, counties) will perform. 

Tasha Tudor's  "Secret Garden"  

Feisty Female in the Garden Series

 Afternoon Presentation and Tea 

To kick off our Second Year of Feisty Female Teas the Bell is happy to invite you into the magical world of Tasha Tudor’s country garden followed by a very special afternoon tea served in our lower level (Bell Style).

Artist, author, and illustrator, Tasha Tudor is world famous for her many children’s books that transport her readers to another gentler time. That same sense of wonder and delight in her books was central to the creation of her original garden design.

Children’s book author, Elvira Woodruff will be our guide as we virtually tour this most intimate and unique New England garden and discover the gardener who created it.

“Tasha Tudor, was brim full of artistic energy, dogged determination, and the will to live life on her own terms,” Elvira notes. “She created a garden and a life that was uniquely hers.”

‘I haven’t any modesty when it comes to my garden,’ Tasha said. “I’ll boast like mad.’

And boast she should, for like every other artistic endeavor she took up, Tasha Tudor’s garden was a magical thing of beauty. With her graying hair, sun wrinkled face and dirt under her fingernails, she faced her age with grace and gratitude and grew a garden full of delights.

Limited seating: So order your tickets early so you won’t miss out………$15.00“There is no peace that can’t be found in the present moment." - Tasha Tudor

Author, Elvira Woodruff takes us for a stroll through the magical garden of award-winning children’s book Illustrator, Tasha Tudor, in her rustic Vermont garden – Her garden was a feast for the senses, inspiring her art as well as the unique life she lived.

Following the presentation, an Afternoon Tea (Bell Style) will be served in our Lower Level Limited Seating…Order tickets early so you won’t miss out.

Elvira Woodruff is the author of 24 books for children. She lives with her husband Joe in Martins Creek.

Feisty Females in the Garden is graciously sponsored by a grant from the County of Northampton

Final Fridays with Emerging Artists & Original Music

Final Fridays with Group to be Announced

Come join us for a night of live music and good vibes at the Belltower Cultural Center! A Group to be Announced will be taking the stage on Fri, September 26, 2025 at 7:30 PM EDT** to rock your socks off.

Don't miss out on this epic event filled with great tunes and even better company. See you there!

  With Regina Marinelli & Melba Toliver

Join our Monthly Book Club for an interesting night of discussion about books of interest.

Need some inspiration for preparing delicious in-season dishes? An Autumn Harvest: Cooking In Season With Instructor Nancy Wyant 

Nancy Wyant is an experienced cooking instructor, having been a member of the NYC Cooking Teachers Association for ten years. She went on to teach cooking at Warren County Technical College and was instructor and owner of the successful Ginger Creek Cooking School for many years.

Nancy is a strong believer in using the freshest and finest ingredients that are in season. Her cooking classes are geared to all levels of cooks who ae looking to up their game with new techniques, creative recipes, and delicious results. 

Her easy-going manner and years of food instruction make her an especially sought-after teacher. We are thrilled she is aproning up for a class at the Bell! 

Live in Concert: 

Professor Louie & The Crowmatix

Graciously sponsored By 

Blue Mountain Sign Crafters

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of roots, rock, and soul as Professor Louie & The Crowmatix bring their legendary sound to the "The Bell"!

Hailed for their powerhouse performances and rich blend of Americana, blues, and New Orleans-influenced rhythm, this GRAMMY-nominated band—led by the one and only Professor Louie—has captivated audiences across the country. Now, they’re lighting up the stage in Martins Creek for an exclusive Sunday matinee!

🎹 Toe-tapping rhythms
🎸 Soulful guitar solos
🎤 Heartfelt vocals
🔥 Pure musical magic

Don’t miss this chance to see a band that’s worked with music icons and continues to shape the American roots scene.

Bring your friends, bring your groove, and bring your love of live music!

🎟️ Limited seating — arrive early or buy discounted Advance Tickets!
☕ Bar, Food and Refreshments available
🎵 All ages welcome

Bell Tower Cultural Center
Experience the spirit of the music—right here in your community.

Let the music move you!

Portrait of a Gardner

Her Boots Inspired a Painting

And Her Gardens  

Inspired a Nation

Feisty Female in the Garden Series

 Afternoon Presentation and Tea 

Her gardens inspired a nation. 

Come join us on Tuesday, Oct. Oct.21 at 2:00 for our second installment of our Feisty Females in Their Gardens Series. As we look at the life and work of England’s 

most famous garden designer, Gertrude Jekyll  

Learn how this feisty female broke into the male dominated world of horticulture to change the face of the English garden forever. The Bell’s own, Elvira Woodruff will share the many tricks and tips practiced by this genius designer and show how we can use them in our own gardens. A special tea celebrating Gertrude Jekyll will be served in our Lower Level. Limited Seating….Order your tickets early so you won’t miss out!

Following the presentation, an Afternoon Tea (Bell Style) will be served in our Lower Level Limited Seating…Order tickets early so you won’t miss out.

Elvira Woodruff is the author of 24 books for children. She lives with her husband Joe in Martins Creek.

Feisty Females in the Garden is graciously sponsored by a grant from the County of Northampton

Lehigh Valley Sing-Off

Round 2

 Five Great Contestants competing for the title of                Lehigh Valley Sing Off Champion

 The Lehigh Valley Sing-Off was inspired by Harry Chapin's song, "Mr. Tanner", and a competition was born.  

The events will give the Lehigh Valley community the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the talent in our local music community, all while keeping to the ideals of doing well for your fellow person and fighting hunger in our communities.  

The Sing-off will showcase local Singers, Songwriters, and Musicians by holding a series of 3 monthly, plus one final, “Sing Off” competitions where local vocal and musical artists (must be based in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, & Warren NJ, counties) will perform. 

Halloween “Psycho Killer” Dance Party with the film, Stop Making Sense 

Sponsored by Kasper’s Pool & Spa

Don your “big suit” and get ready to dance!

Celebrate Halloween at the Bell Tower with an ‘80s dance party featuring a screening of the iconic 1984 concert film, Stop Making Sense, by Jonathan Demme and Talking Heads. 

Talking Heads were an American rock band formed in NYC in 1975, consisting of band members, David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, and Jerry Harrison. Described as “one of the most critically acclaimed groups of the ‘80s,” Talking Heads helped pioneer new wave music by combining elements of punk, art rock, funk and world music.

Stop Making Sense is considered by many critics to be one of the greatest concert films of all time and we will be showing the 2023 digitally remastered version by A24 Films. You will not want to miss the opportunity to see this film on the big screen. The lighting techniques and cinematography make the viewer feel as if they are part of the audience. 

Talking Heads perform their most memorable hits including Psycho Killer and Burning Down the House and their music has a rhythm and beat that’s contagious, making it impossible not to dance! 

Be sure to arrive early, grab a drink, have some food, while DJ GVT warms up the crowd with dance tunes before the start of the show! Space is limited, so reserve your tickets soon.

Food and alcoholic beverages will be available to purchase. Costumes are optional.

Tickets - $12.50 in advance, $15.00 at the Door

Doors open at 7:00pm

Film starts at 8:00pm

The Two Maries  Make ....  An Italian Thanksgiving

Join us for this hilarious and educational food lesson and luncheon as we watch and participate with these two beautiful italian ladies "of a certain age" who teach us how to make some o fthe best italian food in the region.

Its not only a fun time, but it is a chance to learn and then... we eat!

"Out to Lunch"

 A lunch and learn event

 Letters from the Homefront

with Marc Blau

The Bell is excited to offer a series of lunches and lectures to senior citizens, 55 and over. Once a month a lively lecture will be given by a local speaker (on a wide range of topics) to be followed by a light lunch, a sandwich, drink, and cookies. We’ve set the price for this at an affordable $12.50, so that as many people can take advantage of this entertaining opportunity- ‘To Lunch and to Learn’.

Our November edition of "Out to Lunch"with local speaker Marc Blau who will give a riveting talk , Letters to the Homefront, A Love Story Between a Community and Its WWII Soldiers.

The project to publish a book about Homefront Magazine began in October 2015. The co-authors, Marc Blau, Karen Brewer, Chip Turtzo, and Deanna Ruzanski assembled volunteers to read and summarize the 4000+ letters that WWII soldiers sent home to their beloved Homefront Magazine. The letters were then categorized by topic and placed into appropriate chapters. Some of the chapters are The Fairest of the Month, Battlefield Stories, Soldier’s Artwork, Poems & Prayers, Heroes and many more. The book highlights the letters and uses the hand-written words of our slate belt fighting men and women to tell the story. Many of your fathers and grandfathers are mentioned in the book and we are sure that your family will pre-order a copy.

Marc Blau taught Social Studies in the Bangor school system for 30 years before retiring. He is now a board member and officer of the Slate Belt Heritage Museum in Bangor.

  With Regina Marinelli & Melba Toliver

Join our Monthly Book Club for an interesting night of discussion about books of interest.

Lehigh Valley Sing-Off

Round 3

 Five Great Contestants competing for the title of                Lehigh Valley Sing Off Champion

 The Lehigh Valley Sing-Off was inspired by Harry Chapin's song, "Mr. Tanner", and a competition was born.  

The events will give the Lehigh Valley community the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the talent in our local music community, all while keeping to the ideals of doing well for your fellow person and fighting hunger in our communities.  

The Sing-off will showcase local Singers, Songwriters, and Musicians by holding a series of 3 monthly, plus one final, “Sing Off” competitions where local vocal and musical artists (must be based in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, & Warren NJ, counties) will perform. 

She had horrendous taste in men…

But a Stupendous passion 

for plants! 

 Feisty Female in the Garden Series

Afternoon Presentation and Tea

What was the last thing Napoleon asked for on his  Deathbed?  Why a rose of course! 

Join us on Nov. 18 at 2:00 pm for our next installment of Feisty Female Teas in their Gardens as we travel back in time to visit the home and garden of Napoleon’s feisty first Empress, Josephine. We’ll explore how Josephine’s passion for roses and exotics changed the face of Europe’s horticultural landscape.  

She had horrendous taste in men… But a Stupendous passion for plants! 

Following the presentation, an Afternoon Tea (Bell Style) will be served in our Lower Level Limited Seating…Order tickets early so you won’t miss out.

Elvira Woodruff is the author of 24 books for children. She lives with her husband Joe in Martins Creek.

Limited seating: order your tickets early so you won’t miss out.

Feisty Females in the Garden is graciously sponsored by a grant from the County of Northampton

Lehigh Valley Sing-Off

Final Event

 The Top 3 monthly winners will be competing for the title of                Lehigh Valley Sing Off Champion

 The Lehigh Valley Sing-Off was inspired by Harry Chapin's song, "Mr. Tanner", and a competition was born.  

The events will give the Lehigh Valley community the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the talent in our local music community, all while keeping to the ideals of doing well for your fellow person and fighting hunger in our communities.  

The Sing-off will showcase local Singers, Songwriters, and Musicians by holding a series of 3 monthly, plus one final, “Sing Off” competitions where local vocal and musical artists (must be based in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, & Warren NJ, counties) will perform. 

Final Fridays with Emerging Artists & Original Music

Final Fridays with Group to be Announced

Come join us for a night of live music and good vibes at the Belltower Cultural Center! A Group to be Announced will be taking the stage on Fri, September 26, 2025 at 7:30 PM EDT** to rock your socks off.

Don't miss out on this epic event filled with great tunes and even better company. See you there!

Holiday Craft & Tea Party

THE BELL CELEBRATES THE SEASONWITH A HOLIDAY CRAFT & TEA PARTY

CHOOSE TO MAKE EITHER AN EVERGREEN SWAG or a CENTERPIECE FOR YOUR TABLE.

 Hot Chocolate, Cookies, Coffee & Tea WILL BE SERVED

JOIN US for this festive cozy way to bring in the season and take home a beautiful handmade HOLIDAY DECORATION.

Evergreens will be provided but please bring your own clippers(if you have them) to clip them. Also a box to carry home your centerpiece would be a good idea.

Candlelight Christmas Holiday Program

 Please join us for a Beautiful Candlelight Christmas Concert complete with Entertaining Holiday Music, Beautiful Decorations, & some of the best baked Goodies that you will get for the Holidays. 

This is an event that is a community treasure with music. Bring your family, sing along to all the caroles that you know, and enjoy the sweet treats for the holidays!! 

Because this is a community event, it is offered at a very low $20.00/person including all fees. Treat your family or friends!