Bell Tower Cultural Center
Grow with our vibrant cultural center through Art & History
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September Programs
Every Monday Evening in September
Saturday September 21, 2024 1:30 PM
Saturday September 21, 2024 1:30 PM
Chair Yoga
Four classes at $10.00 class
Must preregister for all four classes
Chair yoga, a gentle form of yoga that's done while seated or using a chair for balance, makes the practice more accessible. In chair yoga, it's possible to move into poses like cat/cow, warrior, sun salutations and forward folds, all while seated.
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Chair Yoga
Four classes at $10.00 class
Must preregister for all four classes
Chair yoga, a gentle form of yoga that's done while seated or using a chair for balance, makes the practice more accessible. In chair yoga, it's possible to move into poses like cat/cow, warrior, sun salutations and forward folds, all while seated.
Instructor Theresa Bellettiere is a certified Yoga Teacher and Clinical Herbalist She did her formal studies at the American Yoga Academy in 2001. As a health and wellness educator Theresa's passion is teaching yoga, pilates, dance/ movement and mediation classes . Theresa has been sharing the joy, art and science of her classes with adults and children throughout the community. Her classes are fun, inspirational, educational, and create healthy communities who enjoy learning, working, and being together.
Saturday September 21, 2024 1:30 PM
Saturday September 21, 2024 1:30 PM
Saturday September 21, 2024 1:30 PM
Poetry & Pie Class
Come join us for a fun afternoon of poetry and baking pies together!
We’ll begin by listening to local poet, Pat Brisson’s latest work, in the lovely upper Level of the Bell. This will be followed by Elvira Woodruff giving a pie baking demonstration below, that will take your pastry making skills to the next level.
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Poetry & Pie Class
Come join us for a fun afternoon of poetry and baking pies together!
We’ll begin by listening to local poet, Pat Brisson’s latest work, in the lovely upper Level of the Bell. This will be followed by Elvira Woodruff giving a pie baking demonstration below, that will take your pastry making skills to the next level.
And of course, for our grand finale, we’ll be serving up some of the best pie you will ever eat, accompanied by tea and coffee. All refreshments and recipes included.
Pat Brisson is a children’s book author and poet (for adults). Her poems are heartfelt, full of wit, wisdom and sprinkled with humor. She currently divides her time between Phillipsburg N.J. and Rhode Island with her husband. Her many picture books can be found in school libraries all over the country.
LOOKING FOR THE SECRETS TO A GREAT CRUST? A DELICIOUS FILLING? A PERFECT PIE?
This is the class for you.
I’ve been baking pies for the last 50,” Elvira explains. “There are some simple techniques that can make all the difference in whether your pie turns out just ‘ho hum’ or a thing of perfection. Of course, the crust is key. I have tried dozens of recipes, until I hit on the best, most perfect pie crust. It works for sweet or savory, rolls out like a dream, and anyone can make it.”
Paat Brisson and Elvira Woodruff are old friends who have teamed up to bring us a unique afternoon filled with poetry and pastry.
So come join us as we listen, learn, and best of all eat pie !
Limited seating :
Must pre-register. $12
October to December 2024 Program
Friday, October 4, 2024 1:30 PM
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 7:00 PM
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 7:00 PM
La Tea Da: Talks & Teas
Afternoon Talks on FEISTY WOMEN
followed by Afternoon Tea
(Bell Style)
Frank Stella and Me
Local artist Elizabeth Snelling will give an entertaining talk, Frank Stella and Me, on the road that led her to become an artist. With her quick wit and good humor, Elizabeth takes us on the journey that brought her to settle in Easton. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from this feisty female and learn how she juggled children, painting, and her life to create a rewarding career in making art. We will have some of Elizabeth’s original art on display in our upper hall.
Recent Exhibitions:
2022 Gross McCleaf Gallery, Residential Tourist, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Gallery GAIA, We are One, Brooklyn, New York
2019 Schmidtberger Fine Arts, United Labor, show with Scott Bennett, Frenchtown, N.J. Schmidtberger Fine Arts, Fall Group Show, Frenchtown, New Jersey
2018 Re:find Gallery, Sung and Unsung Allentownians, Allentown, Pennsylvania
Ronald K de Long Gallery, Scott Bennett and Elizabeth Snelling,
Class is limited to 12 people.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 7:00 PM
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 7:00 PM
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 7:00 PM
The Village Garden Club
Meets at the Bell!
The Local "Village Garden Club" shares the rewards of planting, weeding, watering, watching, and waiting…….
Meetings open to all.
Every second Wednesday
at 7:00 PM at the Bell!
Come Join us!
New & Experienced Gardeners, all are welcome!
‘Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an instrument of grace.’
—May Sarton
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 7:00 PM
Sunday, October 13, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
The Two Maries
Are BACK!!
Gnocchi... We think we'll make Gnocchi
In the Bell Tower's "not so cozy" Italian kitchen, Marie and Marie, two seasoned home cooks from Martins Creek, with deep Italian roots, are passionately offering to teach a lesson to eager learners the art of making traditional Gnocchi.
With flour-dusted hands and warm smiles, they will guide their students/guests through the meticulous process, sharing family secrets passed down through generations.
Marie # 1, with her "not so soft" voice and "not so precise" techniques, demonstrates how to achieve the perfect dough consistency, while Marie # 2, with her lively gestures and engaging anecdotes, explains the importance of selecting the right potatoes.
As the class progresses, the room fills with the comforting aroma of fresh gnocchi simmering gently in a pot, creating an atmosphere of culinary camaraderie and cultural immersion. By the end of the session, participants not only master the delicate balance of ingredients but also gain a deeper appreciation for the rich culinary heritage of Italy.
And afer the class... WE ALL EAT!
JUST ADDED - A HISTOR OF PASTA LECTURE BEFORE THE CLASS!
Class is limited to 15 people.
Sunday, October 13, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Saturday, October 19, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Sunday, October 13, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Sunday Music Sessions at the Bell!!
Headline Act
Gypsy and the Moonshiners
Gypsy and the Moonshiners is a Lehigh Valley based acoustic cover band with clever harmonies and a unique twist on classic favorites, as well as, curated gems from the 60s through the millennium. They love what they do and want to share their passion for music with you.
The band is a veritable supergroup of Lehigh Valley musicians, including members of The Swingtime Dolls, The Crossover Band, and Brake For Turtles. This is a "next level" band with a built-in following.
Saturday, October 19, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Saturday, October 19, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Saturday, October 19, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Movie Matinee
followed by
Heroic Hoagies Dinner
2024 Olympic Movie
THE BOYS IN THE BOAT
The Boys In The Boat is a captivating true story that follows a group of inexperienced young men from Washington state, as they stun the world with their bid for rowing in the 1936 Olympics. Directed by George Clooney, the film has heart, humor, grit, and even a love story! The transformation from underdogs to heroes makes for filmmaking at its best.
Movie begins at 4pm followed by Heroic Hoagies accompanied by coffee, tea, or lemonade and dessert all served in our lower level.
Friday, November 1, 2024 1:30 PM
Saturday, October 19, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Saturday, October 19, 2024 4:00 to 6:00 PM
La Tea Da: Talks & Teas
Afternoon Talks on FEISTY WOMEN
followed by Afternoon Tea
(Bell Style)
Say YES to the Dressmaker!
Local bridal dressmaker and business owner, Cindy Endres, gives a spirited talk on what it’s like to create what is thought by many to be the most important dress of a woman’s life. It takes a feisty female to take on the challenge of pleasing not only a bridezilla but sometimes a momzilla as well! How does she deal with the stress of making that most dreamed of dress? Come join us for this interesting peek into the high stakes game of dressing brides for their special day.
Cindy Endres is the owner of Endres Studio a fashion design studio located in Martins Creek, PA. Cindy and her team provide couture bridal designs and custom fit alterations in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.
Class is limited to 12 people.
Friday, December 6, 2024 1:30 PM
Friday, December 6, 2024 1:30 PM
Friday, December 6, 2024 1:30 PM
La Tea Da: Talks & Teas
Afternoon Talks on FEISTY WOMEN
followed by Afternoon Tea
(Bell Style)
More on her Mind than Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail; The Life Work of Beatrix Potter
When we think of Beatrix Potter we think of Peter Rabbit and the sweet illustrations of her well- known picture books read the world over. But did you know that besides being a talented artist and storyteller, Beatrix Potter was also a shrewd businesswoman, capable farmer, and one of England’s most important land conservationists? Join us as children’s book author, Elvira Woodruff takes us across the pond to visit Potter’s enchanting Hill Top Farm where we’ll delve into the life and times of this most feisty female.
Elvira Woodruff is the author of 24 books for children. She lives with her husband Joe in Martins Creek.
Class is limited to 12 people.
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Friday, December 6, 2024 1:30 PM
Friday, December 6, 2024 1:30 PM
Holiday Craft & Tea Party
THE BELL CELEBRATES THE SEASON
WITH A HOLIDAY CRAFT & TEA PARTY
Choose to make either an E or centerpiece for your tableCHOOSE 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.