Hazleton Art League
Address: 225 E. Broad St., Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 454-0092. Parking is available behind the Knights of Columbus building on the corner of Broad and Poplar. The building is handicap accessible.The Hazleton Art League will be hosting a special posthumous exhibit of the work of artist Fran DeBellas. HAL member and artist Virginia Dignazio will also have her work on display, as will photographer Michael Delmonico, who will also be on site with his mobile photo booth!Fran DeBellas was born and raised in the Hazleton area, attended local schools and graduated from MMI in 1965. He continued his education at Penn State University and received a BFA in 1969. He then studied abroad at the Slade School of Fine Art, University College of London,and his travels there led to his interest in architecture and landscapes. He also did graduate work at the Art Students League in New York City as well as the City College of New York. Upon returning to Hazleton, he opened Terrestria, a plant shop and later Shibui, a gift shop. He and his brother established Hocksworth and Moss, a construction and design company responsible for work at the Corner Cafe and The Chili Parlor. In 1979 he moved to Philadelphia where he worked on business and private interior design as well as murals. His last venture was in hand painted linens for George Matouk in New York City.His accolades include: 1967 First Place at the Hazleton Art League, 1969 a one man show at the Slade School, 1970 Pattee Gallery at State College, Central PA Council of Arts. Fran passed away in 1987.Inspired with a lifelong love of the arts, Virginia Dignazio began her journey as a painter in 2007 when she enrolled in an acrylic painting taught by her daughter, artist, Gina Dignazio. She's been honing her skills and exhibiting her artwork ever since. Her paintings have been on display at Hazleton Art League, Fine Art Fiesta in Wilkes-Barre, Art at the Markle, Hazleton Public library, Boscov's Family Restaurant, Bloomsburg Fair and Bloomsburg Children's Museum. Virginia has taken drawing and painting courses at the Hazleton Art League, Studio 303 in West Hazleton and Penn State Hazleton. She is part of Tim Weaver's Wednesday Painter group, a member of North Mountain Art League and a board member at the Hazleton Art League. She often depicts scenic landscapes and wildlife in acrylic or oil paint.Michael Delmonico is a photographer in the NEPA region specializing in portraiture and weddings. Over the last couple of years Michael has teamed up with many artists around the area to create collaborative pieces and environments for everyone who participates to throw themselves into their work and appreciate the process of making the pieces. His work can be found on delmonicophoto.com with his most recent work being posted to his Instagram @delmonicophoto weekly. Michael will be at the Hazleton Art League on Saturday, November 2nd with a photo booth to take portraits (with fall backdrops and props). Photos may be purchased for $5 and printed on site.
Greenleaf Gallery & Gift Shop
Address: 121B Berwick Street, Beaver Meadows, PA 18216. Phone: 617-645-1638. There is ample parking on 3 sides of the building. This location is handicap accessible.The Greenleaf Gallery & Gift Shop is an independent 4000 square foot fine arts gallery located 8 minutes from downtown Hazleton on Rte. 93 (Berwick Street) in the old St. Mary's Church in Beaver Meadows. It showcases emerging artists and regularly exhibit new, themed shows 10 months a year. At other times it hosts music and educational talks. Guests are welcome to use have the art library on the premises. The Gallery also offers printing and framing options at reasonable prices and can produce art on commission. There is also considerable art in storage plus a shop for international handmade gifts.Artist Steve Glicken (co-owner) works in abstract and figurative photography and currently works in acrylic painting. John (co-owner) produces collages, assemblages, and drawings. Their passions include portraiture, nature, and historical subjects. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@bleepbloopblip). Or visit their website.In addition to their extensive art collection the Greenleaf Gallery will be hosting artist Brianne (Penny) Lane.
Rest Stop: Jimmys Quick Lunch
Address: 123 E. Broad St., Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 454-3281. On-street parking is available. Open: Friday and Saturday:7AM–10PMNeighborhood mainstay serving up hot dogs & shakes in a simple space within an authenic old–fashioned diner. This family friendly establishment has something everyone will enjoy!
The Dominican House Artists
Address: 32 E. Broad Street, Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 497-5988. Parking is available on Broad Street in front of the building. Meters are .25/15 minutes. The Pango parking app option is available for smartphones. Meters are free after 6PM. This building is handicap accessible.The Dominican House will be singing the first Christmas carols (Aguinaldos) of the season as they practice for the upcoming holidays. Stop by to enjoy the sound of traditional instruments, and taste arepa (corn pancakes) and hot chocolate.Founded in 2005, The Dominican House of Hazleton is a non profit institution dedicated to helping the Hispanic Community with citizenship, computer literacy, and English (ESL) training. Most importantly it promotes the Hispanic culture in Hazleton and surrounding areas through children's programs (art and music) and various other cultural and folkloric workshops for children and adults.
The Poppy Press Coffee Company
Address: 9 E. Broad St, Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: 570-401-9791. Parking is available on Broad Street in front of the building. Meters are .25/15 minutes. The Pango parking app option is available for smartphones. Meters are free after 6PM. This building is handicap accessible.The Poppy Press is downtown Hazleton's newest cafe and coffee shop. Owner Tamara Hersberger is excited to be hosting artists Mike Segilia and Christie Welch.Mike Segilia has been creating art in one form or another since he was a child. These days he mostly works with watercolors and sometimes acrylics. He loves painting seascapes, landscapes and portraits. Mike has done several consignment projects for people's pets or loved ones that have passed away. He also create works of special places specific to his clients and painting scenes of his own travels. He looks forward to having the public see his work.Christie Welch creates what she considers to be salvage art. She uses repurposed frames from thrift stores, as well as scrap aluminum as the sign base. She uses old license plates and other scrap items to create one of a kind pieces. No two are ever exactly the same. Since she works in the scrap metal industry the possibilities and resources are endless! Christie has been making signs for 7 years and thoroughly enjoys every creation.
Creative Voltage Mural
Address: Located to the rear of Hazle Drugs (7 N. Wyoming Street), Hazleton, PA 18201. Parking is available. The Creative Voltage Mural was completed in 2017 by Boston artist and Hazleton native Mary Veronica Sweeney with support from the Downtown Hazleton Alliance for Progress and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. The mural depicts Thomas Edison, who in 1883 made Hazleton the third city in the world to have two-wire, three phase streetlights. Edison, together with the miners who extracted the coal to make electrification possible, helped make the City of Hazleton a center for business and culture well into the 20th-century. In this mural Edison transfers his creative energy to the children of the community.
Rest Stop: Manuels Empanadas & Frankies Pizzeria
Address: 35-37 N. Wyoming St., Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 926-7938 (Manuels); (570) 454-6000 (Frankies). Parking is available at the meters in front of the building or in the public parking lot across the street. Hours: Friday and Saturday 9:00 AM-8:00 PM.For some authentic Latin food, be sure to stop by Manuel Empanadas! In addition to empanadas they also serve Cumpleaños, Croquetas, Chulitos, and Kipes.For awesome Italian food, stop by Frankies Pizzeria! Locally owned & family operated in Downtown Hazleton for 20 years! Your one stop shop for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Offering a creative menu with different taste!
Hazleton LaunchBox (Open House)
Address 15 W. Broad St., Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 450-3135. Designated LaunchBox parking spots are available in the city lot on Wyoming Street across from Frankie’s Pizza. Public parking is also available on Broad Street in front of the building. Meters are .25/15 minutes. The Pango parking app option is available for smartphones. Meters are free after 6PM. This building is handicap accessible.OPEN HOUSE: The Hazleton LaunchBox, supported by Pasco L. Schiavo Esq. is a no-cost business accelerator and co-working space designed to provide early-stage startup companies with the support and resources needed to build a sustainable business and a viable plan for growth. It is open to community members and those affiliated with Penn State. The public is invited to tour the facility to see one of the newest additions to the Arts & Innovation District in downtown Hazleton.Featured during the Greater Hazleton Art Trail are works created by art students and projects designed by students in a wide range of classes and printed with a 3-dimensional printer.
Mary Veronica Sweeney
Address: 15 W. Broad St., Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 455-1509 x 109. Designated LaunchBox parking spots are available in the city lot on Wyoming Street across from Frankie’s Pizza. Public parking is also available on Broad Street in front of the building. Meters are .25/15 minutes. The Pango parking app option is available for smartphones. Meters are free after 6PM. This building is handicap accessible.Mary Veronica Sweeney, affectionately known as “MV,” is a Hazleton native and teaching artist passionista. She earned an MFA from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia, an MA in Filmmaking studying with painter/director David Lynch, and an Ed.M from the Harvard Graduate School of Education researching the arts, technology and innovation in learning. Sweeney is an adjunct professor of art at Luzerne County Community College where she has taught mural arts and foundation courses in studio painting. Always eager to champion the rich talent of this area, of both young and seasoned, MV enjoys teaching traditional art practices while directing multiple public art projects, such as, the five-banner, full-colored “Hazleton Way” mural to be installed on the new Hayden Family Arts Center. The public is invited to stop in and view samples of Sweeney's work, as well as contribute a few brush strokes to the Hazleton Way mural, currently in progress.Sweeney’s work has been exhibited nationally and internationally and was featured in the 2006 traveling PA exhibition and book “Visions of the Susquehanna: 250 Years of Painting by American Masters”.
Rest Stop: Pines Eatery & Spirits
OPEN FRIDAY ONLY!Address: 8 W. Broad Street, Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 501-0330. Free private parking is available in the lot behind the building. This building is handicap accessible.Hours: Friday 11 AM -10 PM, Closed SaturdayThis Friday the Pines will be hosting a Great Gatsby theme party. DJ Gatsby and serving Gatsby themed appetizers and drink specials. Guests are encouraged (but not required) to wear Gatsby themed outfits.Located in the Hayden Tower at the historic Markle Bank building, the Pines Eatery is one of NEPA's most beautiful restaurant settings with incredible menu and drink options made for a working persons budget. Check out the beautiful historic vault that serves as the backdrop to the bar.
Future Hayden Family Center for the Arts
Address: 31 W. Broad St., Hazleton, PA 18201. NOTE: THIS SITE IS NOT YET OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (FOR INFORMATION ONLY)The historic (ca. 1909) Security Savings Bank building is currently under renovation. When complete in early 2020 the building will serve as the new Hayden Family Center for the Arts, which will be operated by the Hazleton Art League. The future CAN DO Community Park will also be renovated in the spring of 2020 to serve as a venue for special events. These two projects, together with the Hazleton LaunchBox, will serve as the anchor to the emerging downtown Arts & Innovation District. Stay tuned for updates! For more information contact the Downtown Hazleton Alliance for Progress: 570-455-1509 x 109.
Christine Kapuschinsky Johnson (at Immanuel Christian School)
Address: 40 W Hemlock St, Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 459-1111. Parking is available on Hemlock Street, as well as in the private lot adjacent to the building. Please use Laurel Street Entrance (purple door).Immanuel Christian School will be hosting fine art photographer Christine Kapuschinsky Johnson. Christine is a self taught, internationally recognized, award winning photographer specializing in rich, emotive monochromatic imagery. Using her maiden name in her photography is a way of paying homage to her father for sparking her love of photography back when she was still a child. Having four young children of her own, she finds her soft spot in artistic lifestyle portraiture, but also enjoys delving into architecture, nature and the abstract. Visit her website at: https://www.kapuschinsky.com/Immanuel Christian School is a non-denominational,Christ-centered pre-K through 12th grade school that provides a financially accessible, grace-based, quality education that informs and shapes students to be lifelong learners and selfless community servants. Founded in 1979, ICS has been serving the greater Hazleton area for 40 years.
Together We Can Mural
Address: Corner of N. Pine and E. Oak Street (along the south edge/Oak Street side of the Pine Street Playground). Phone: (570) 861-8081. On-street parking is available.The Together We Can Mural was completed by artist Jason Braun in partnership with Communities That Care (CTC) Youth Outreach Members in 2017. The story behind our mural begins with the Carrier Pigeon; a bird that represents the message of unity through hard work. Peace is depicted by the Dove with the olive branch. The unity theme is further strengthened by the diverse group of people working together to build our community. They are continuing to add onto the solid foundation left by our ancestors, block by block, working toward a common goal.The budding flower at the top of the pyramid indicates the growth that can be attained through the efforts of each person working together. The hands summarize the central message of the mural; With contributions from all of our citizens we can reach the TOP together.
Student -led Murals of HIP (Hazleton Integration Project)
Address: 225 E. 4th Street, Hazleton, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 861-8081. Free parking is available on street and in the adjacent lot.The Hazleton One Community Center is home to The Hazleton Integration Project, a community-based effort that seeks to unite the people of many different cultures who call Hazleton home. The project is the brainchild of Hazleton native and California Angels Manager, Joe Maddon. The Center and its art program were recently featured in The Boston Globe. Read more about it here: http://apps.bostonglobe.com/nation/politics/2019/10/voters-2020-election/pennsylvania/hazletonSince 2017, the children of HIP (Kindergarten through 8th grade) created four murals in the basement of Hazleton One Community Center with the help of artist-in-residence, Deb Telatovich. Mural-making is an imaginative and attractive alternative to the written word, particularly for those who have difficulty articulating their experiences. HIP’s mural-making strategy seeks to authentically document the students’ perceptions and lived experiences. Three of the murals: 1) Under the Banyan Tree, 2) Joy of Belonging to HIP and Our Imagination are located in the cafeteria, and 3) Our HIP Game Board (in process), were all made by the students of the After-School Scholars Program. The fourth mural, 4) “Butterflies, Bugs, and Me” was made by the Junior muralists of HIP Summer Camp 2019. Gina Correll and a number of high school artist/ volunteers also assisted in the murals.Our HIP Summer Camp senior muralists under the direction of muralist Mary Veronica Sweeny created a whimsical, Joe Maddon Mural, located on the 2nd floor.Two additional Murals in the basement were done by recent graduates of the Hazleton Arts and Humanities Academy. A floral Mural was done by Mariluz Rodriquez and a Faeries Mural was done by Isabel Colon.On the first floor,(near the elevator), there is exquisite portrait of artist Freda Khalo done by local artist Alba Gisselle (Gigi) Perez . When the elevator doors open on the basement, there is a Diversity Mural capturing the words of Maya Angelou on the” beauty and strength of diversity.” This mural was designed by local artist Christina Galbiati with our older students from the Afterschool scholars Program.
Mark Charles Rooney
Address: 731 N Church St, Hazleton, PA 18201 (near Yevak's Auto Detailing). Phone: 570-817-1075. Private parking is available in the driveway off the alley behind the property, or on 11th St. The property is not handicap accessible.Mark Charles Rooney has been a practicing artist and art educator for over 35 years. He has exhibited his work in over 100 exhibitions worldwide. Visitors to the Mark Rooney Museum will be treated to a guided tour of 40 years of painting. Starting with his earliest "post-impressionist" paintings done in the mid 70's up to and including the work he is currently working on in his basement studio.
Cafe Fraiche at Elevate (Sat only)
OPEN SATURDAY ONLY!Address: 780 North Church Street, Hazleton. Phone: 570-861-8114. Parking is available on 13th Street near the south (cafe) entrance to the building. There is also a private lot located on the north side of the building.Cafe Fraiche is located on the 1st floor of the Elevate Fitness & Wellness Center building. It specializes in gourmet coffees, fresh salads, and sandwiches. Displayed in the gallery is work by local artist Robert K. Robert. He has been creating these beautiful works of art for the Hazleton area for over 5 years. He specializes in 3D art that also has an illumination feature. Stop by to view the gallery and grab a bite to eat!
Pennsylvania Theater for Performing Arts
Address: J.J. Ferrara Center, 212 West Broad Street, Hazleton, PA. Phone: 570-454-5451. Parking is available on street or in the alley behind the theater.The PA Theater for Performing Arts presents the Addams Family. Friday & Saturday shows begin at 7PM & Sunday shows begin at 3PM.THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family– a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before– keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.For nearly 14 years the Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts, Inc. has provided a venue for talented actors, musicians, and dancers to entertain enthusiastic audiences. Its entirely volunteer organization has mounted dozens of productions ranging from classic and contemporary Broadway musicals and plays to children productions.
Studio 303/Jane Klesh Butkovsky
Address: 303 East Broad Street, West Hazleton, PA 18202. Phone: 570-401-8003. Parking is available on the street alongside the building or in the lot to the rear. The building is handicap accessible.Studio 303 offers classes for adults and teens in drawing and painting. Students are encouraged to choose a subject that inspires them and develop their artwork and ability at their own pace, learning while doing. Open studio is also available, providing time and space for artists to develop their artwork at a nominal cost.The workspace converts into gallery space presenting the yearly student show and occasionally other artists. Getting involved in the arts is an engaging, fascinating, and fulfilling endeavor. It carves out a space of refuge in our lives that is personal, and intriguing, giving to others a gift of human expression that is mutually enriching.Studio owner and local artist, Jane Klesh Bucovsky, encourages everyone to make a space for the arts in their lives. Jane's work has been accepted to numerous national and regional exhibitions in New York City and around the country. Among them the National Academy of Design, Allied Artists of America, The American Artists Professional League, Audubon Artists, The Salmagundi Club and The American Impressionist Society.Jane is the recipient of several awards such as the Silver Medal of Honor in Oil, Audubon Artists 71st Annual Exhibition NY, NY The Katlan Family Award for Cityscape, Audubon Artists 72nd Annual Exhibition NY, NY, The American Artists Fund Award, The American artists Professional League, 75th Annual Exhibition NY, NY, The Butler Institute of American Art Award, Allied Artists of America, 90th Exhibition NY, NY and the Catherine Lorillard Art Club Award, Salamagundi Club 22nd Annual Exhibition. She is an elected member of Audubon Artists and Allied Artists of America. Jane is listed in Who’s Who in American Art.She has a rich history of tutorage under some of Americas most renowned artists including Robert Brackman of the Art Students League and Henry Hensche of the Cape School. The influence of these American impressionist artists has led her to focus on the light effect that encompasses the image. “We are all under the same Sun and Moon, day or night. It is always changing, interesting, and universal. It unites us over time and place. It is the beauty and visual interest of my time and place that I seek to reveal.”Her approach is the marriage of the personal and expressive power of drawing to the sensuality of paint. Subject matter includes Cityscape, Landscape, Figure, Portrait, and Still life.
Hazleton Area High School: Arts & Humanities Academy
Address: 1601 West 23rd Street, Hazle Township PA 18202. Parking is available in the school lot. Please use the main entrance to the building. This site is handicap accessible.The Hazleton Area High School lobby will feature the work of young artists (grades 9-12) from the Hazleton Area Arts and Humanities Academy as well as from the Hazleton Area Visual Arts and Crafts Classes. Course instructors Rebecca Ward, Anne Flowers, Cindy McAfee and Jamie Beidleman will be on hand to meet with visitors and discuss work.
Rest Stop: The Milkhouse Creamery
Address: 190 Susquehanna Blvd, West Hazleton, PA 18202. Phone: (570) 520-5955. Parking is available in the Bowl Arena parking lot. This building is handicap accessible.Creamery Hours: Friday: 4:00 -11:00 PM and Saturday: 1:00 PM-11:00 PMThe Milkhouse Creamery serves Old-Fashioned handmade Ice Cream using family recipes passed down from generations. Stop in to check out their old-fashioned ice cream parlor inside the Bowl Arena bowling alley.
Unique Jewelry by Barbara Knelly
Address: 7 Independence Ave, Conyngham, PA 18201. Phone: 570-359-3137. Park on driveway or on Independence Ave. Building IS NOT handicap accessible. Barbara Knelly has been working with glass for over 40 years. She started with stained glass and then moved to fusing jewelry. Barbara wire wraps each piece of glass with sterling silver or 14K gold filled wire to turn the piece into a work of art. She has been teaching fusing at the Hazleton Art League for over 15 years. Barbara also make earrings and bracelets to make a set.
Rest Stop: Conyngham Brewing Company
309 Main Street, Conyngham, PA 18201. Phone: (570) 710-5752. Park on Main Street or along the side of the brewery. The building is handicap accessible.Tap Room Hours: Fridays: 5:00 -11:00 PM, Saturdays: 2:00 PM-11:00 PMThe Conyngham Brewing Company is an independent Craft Brewery established in 2013. It has a diverse range of beer styles and maintains a rotating selection of 12 of hand crafted beers on tap at all times. 21+ only in the tap room.
