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We have you covered.     [662d5c4090757 image] Last Saturday, runners took to Lancaster city's streets for the YWCA's annual Race Against Racism. Photo credit to Chris Knight, LNP Photographer. Embrace the arts! 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. A note for the lovely folks who regularly read this newsletter - I will be on a staycation next week, and there will not be a newsletter. The next edition will be May 16. I look forward to it! Here's the Scoop. [6556006d8c21f image] Actor Jonathan Groff (middle) received a Tony nomination for his role in musical "Merrily We Roll Along." Groff is a Ronks native. (CJ Rivera/AP)   - The [biggest First Friday of the year]( so far kicks off in downtown Lancaster Friday, with most events running from 5-8 p.m. [Here's a full spread of events]( to add to your calendar. (The First Friday trolley comes back, too!) - May [will be filled to the brim with fun concerts]( from the return of Music Friday to David Foster and Katharine McPhee. - From a [sprawling car show to Free Comic Book Day]( there's tons to do in Lancaster County this weekend. (Keep an eye on the weather, though, as rain is in the forecast. Check with organizers to make sure outdoor events are still on before your adventure.) - Lancaster Pride [recently announced]( that its June celebration will also feature a street festival on Vine Street. [Here are the details](. - Ronks native actor Jonathan Groff [received his third Tony Award nomination this week]( for his role in Stephen Sondheim musical "Merrily We Roll Along." - A set of [twins from Lancaster opened a time capsule]( on their 21st birthday on April 18. - Four [Lancaster County schools earned Apollo Award nominations]( for spring musicals: Columbia Junior/Senior High School; Ephrata, Elizabethtown and Donegal high schools; and Encore Home School Productions. Mark your calendars! - May 4: [MayFest in Legion Park]( in Maytown, featuring a makers market and several historical demonstrations, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. - May 4-5: [Spring ArtWalk in Lancaster city]( featuring two days of demonstrations, exhibitions and more. May 4 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., May 5 from noon to 4 p.m. Free admission. - May 4: [Symphony of Home concert]( at James Street Mennonite Church, a concert performed by refugee and immigrant students, 6 p.m. Free admission. For more things to do, [check out our events calendar](. Here's what I'm loving. [645176ed3c1d0 image] This file photo from LNP photographer Andy Blackburn shows dancer Marian West performing as a butterfly in 2023's production of "Lovebug." 'Lovebug' I had a blast telling everyone that I would be on-shift on a Saturday to watch an interpretive dance about bugs. "Lovebug," a dance performance from Lititz-based FRWRD Dance Co., kicked off for the second year at Mickey's Black Box on April 25 and 27. It's an event geared more toward kids, though it did feature drinks for those old enough to imbibe. It's an hour of fun and beautiful dancing, a great time for anyone from 1-100 years old. This year, they added in an interpretive dance for cockroaches. While I wouldn't want to see the real bug anywhere near me, FRWRD Dance Co. made them feel creepy in a beautiful way. [Here are a few clips to watch from "Lovebug."]( Did we spot you? [662bec7d27b00 image] Our photographers are always out and about. Did we see you at any of these Lancaster County events? - The LAUNCH Music Conference and Festival [returned to Lancaster city last week]( bringing more than 100 performers. - The 26th annual [Race Against Racism also returned]( to Lancaster city's east side. - An annual [tractor pull at Rough and Tumble Engineers Historical Association]( honored the memory of Steve Koser, a regular. - An Alaska [hunting guide recently spoke]( at East Fairview Church of the Brethren. 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