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We have you covered.     [65f76952134a5 image] The return of spring also means the return of fun pet-themed events (many of which raising funds for a good cause). Callen Finkley pets Isla the French Bulldog in this recent event at the Lucky Dog Cafe. Photo credit to Andy Blackburn, LNP Photographer. It's time to get nerdy! I'm Mickayla Miller, a reporter at LNP|LancasterOnline. I spend hours every week combing through entertainment options to curate the best local weekend options for our readers. Whether you're looking for a night out on the town this weekend, or prefer a more laid-back experience, we have this week's highlights from Lancaster County's entertainment scene, plus what has me excited in the world of entertainment this week. Here's the Scoop. [641dfa14a01ca image] Zenkaikon returns this weekend with a larger gaming selection, and activities at both the Lancaster County Convention Center and the Holiday Inn. Photo credit to Suzette Wenger, LNP Photographer.   - Penn Square [may be a bit colorful this weekend]( as Lancaster's multi-genre pop culture convention, Zenkaikon, returns to the Lancaster County Convention Center. [Here's a full guide](. - Here are [some other events to check out]( in Lancaster County this weekend, from a Japanese storytelling demonstration to exhibition openings. - Want to be part of a Dungeons & Dragons campaign, but don't know where to start? [Here's a primer on spots where you can play]( (without leaving the county). - The Lancaster County Young Artist Awards [nominees works were recently displayed]( at the Lancaster Museum of Art and the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design. [Here are the works that won gold awards](. - Two Millersville University alumnae, Kerry Sacco and Ann Thomas, are [displaying their works at the Regitz Gallery]( at the Ware Center through March. - Some [Lancaster creatives are bouncing ideas off of AI]( to aid with music creation. Mark your calendars! - March 22-23: [Gap Fire Company's annual "mudless mud sale."]( Starts 5 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. Saturday at Houston Run Complex in Gap. - March 23: [Health Fair & Fitness Expo]( at Bright Side Opportunities Center, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission. - March 23: [St. Pooch's Day carnival]( featuring adoptable dogs and activities for kids at the Shops at Rockvale, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission. - March 23: [Spring Bock Festival]( at Pour Man's Brewing Company, featuring a chili cook-off, tastings and adoptable dogs, starting at 11 a.m. For more things to do, [check out our events calendar](. Here's what I'm loving. This work from Jay Echevarria was created in collaboration with their partner, Marissa. Photo credit to Jay Echevarria. Art by Jay Echevarria [Jay Echevarria]( is a self-taught artist based in Allentown that specializes in contemporary portraiture. The first time I saw Jay's art was when I went to EsoArts for the first time. (For the uninitiated, EsoArts is a space that highlights works from several dozen local and regional artists). I immediately took a photo of Jay's works and sent it to my friends, likely making some joke about spending my whole paycheck at this new place. Since then, I've been entranced with Jay's art. There's something so bizarrely uncomfortable, but also enthralling, about their works; they're colorful, but also a bit macabre. (I'm also partial to the works that they create with their partner, [Marissa]( which skew a bit cuter.) Did we spot you? [65fa2659c72a1 image] Our photographers are always out and about. Did we see you at any of these Lancaster County events? - Dancers [with the Doherty Petri School of Irish Dance]( performed at Annie Bailey's Friday night. - Families [celebrated St. Patrick's Day]( at Castle Roller Skating Saturday. - A [party at Lucky Dog Cafe raised money]( for Zoe's House Rescue Sunday. - Students with the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center [took part in an egg-dyeing demonstration](. - People [celebrated the first day of spring]( with free Rita's Italian Ice. Is the content of this email relevant to you? [Yes]( [No]( [View as Webpage]( LNP | LancasterOnline | 101 North Queen Street, PO Box 1328, Lancaster, PA 17608 [Unsubscribe {EMAIL}]( [Update Profile]( | [Our Privacy Policy]( | [Constant Contact Data Notice]( Sent by newsletters@lancasteronline.com