Lancaster County Event Calendar
Things to do in Lancaster County

On First Friday, September 6, the public is invited to stroll through the gardens and watch local artists at work or shop for a work of art that catches the eye at a free plein air event in the courtyard of First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster. The event will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm. You may enter the courtyard from Orange Street to the left of the church, or from Christian Street to the rear of the church.

First Reformed Church is a diverse congregation with a continuing commitment to engaging downtown residents and guests, including serving more than 16,000 free meals each year for those confronting food insecurity. Art in the Garden is one way we share our urban garden with the community, while supporting local artists.

Local artists are invited to join by contacting Theresa Rettig at 717-682-2240. Bring your paints, brushes, easels, table or pottery equipment, and work on a piece, or display your work for sale.

Organic Reflections welcomes guest organist Ken Krause to the console of the Hill Byrne Christiansen Memorial Organ for a free 30 minute concert at 8 PM on First Friday, September 6, featuring a program of music from living composers including “Procession” by Russell Schulz-Widmar, and “Grand Choeur in d-Minor” by Paul Fey, at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster.

The First Friday “Organic Reflections” concert series is a gift to the community from First Reformed Church, a center city congregation of the United Church of Christ. Only 30 minutes in length, the free concerts begin at 8 PM each First Friday for the convenience of those who wish to spend the early evening visiting downtown galleries before the concert. Doors open at 7:30 pm. All are welcome to hear 30 minutes of majestic music that will refresh your soul and inspire your spirit.