Featured Event - APRIL 14, 2026

 Celebrate the Music of the Grateful Dead at the Bell Tower with Tribute Band, Deal

Enjoy the evening in your tie-dye, jamming with your friends in an intimate venue.

Please note:  This event will have a different feel than our traditional “Listening Room” programs. If the music moves you, there will be an area set aside for dancing.  We will also have wine, beer, soft drinks, and seltzers available for purchase together with complimentary snacks so you can relax and enjoy the evening untethered.

About the Band: Deal has been keeping the spirit of the Grateful Dead alive since 2017, delivering soulful, high-energy performances that honor the music while carving out a sound that is unmistakably their own. What began as a small group of musicians united by a deep love for the Dead has grown into one of the region’s most vibrant and beloved tribute acts.

Over the years, Deal has cultivated not just a following, but a true community throughout the Lehigh Valley and down through the greater Philadelphia area. Their fans—many of whom travel from show to show—have become more like family than an audience. At each performance, familiar faces gather, new friendships spark, and the room fills with the same collective spirit that has always defined Deadhead culture. It’s this sense of togetherness, acceptance, and shared joy that keeps the Deal family growing.

Fans are drawn not only to Deal’s dedication to the Grateful Dead’s catalog, but to the unmistakable chemistry, improvisation, and emotional depth they bring to every show. Whether diving into expansive jams, exploring the subtleties of classic tunes, or adding their own fresh twists, Deal captures the energy, freedom, and communal magic that defined the original Grateful Dead experience.

Each performance is a journey—familiar yet unpredictable, nostalgic yet new—inviting Deadheads and newcomers alike to join the ride and become part of the ever-expanding Deal family.

Band Members:

John Smith – Lead Guitar & Vocals

Chris Lelli – Rhythm Guitar & Lead Vocals

Chris Willean – Drums

Bob Noble – Bass & Vocals

John Bigham – Keyboards

Tickets: $17.50 online (includes fees), $20 at the door Beer/Wine will be sold on site.

(Please do not bring your own).

 Booked at the Bell With Regina Marinelli

Join us at the Book Club at the Bell for an unforgettable discussion of one of the greatest true adventure stories ever told: 

Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing.

Imagine this: In 1914, Sir Ernest Shackleton and 27 men set sail on the ship Endurance, aiming to achieve the impossible—crossing the entire Antarctic continent on foot. But nature had other plans. Their sturdy wooden ship became trapped in the crushing grip of the Weddell Sea's pack ice, was slowly entombed, and eventually destroyed. What followed was an epic, almost unbelievable struggle for survival: months adrift on shifting ice floes, enduring sub-zero temperatures, hunger, frostbite, and despair... yet every single man made it home alive.

This isn't just a tale of adventure—it's a masterclass in leadership, resilience, camaraderie, and the raw power of the human spirit. Alfred Lansing's gripping narrative (drawn from diaries and survivor interviews) reads like the most intense thriller, but every word is true. Readers call it "page-turning," "awe-inspiring," and "one of the best books ever written about what humans can endure." It's the kind of story that leaves you humbled, motivated, and deeply grateful for a warm room and a hot drink.

Whether you're a history buff, love survival tales, admire extraordinary leadership, or just want a book that will spark passionate conversation—this is the one.

Come share your thoughts: What would you have done in Shackleton's place? How does modern leadership compare? Could we survive something like that today?

When: April 9, 2026

Where: The Bell (cozy spot, great coffee/tea, everyone welcome) What to bring: Your copy of Endurance  and an open mind!

No pressure to be an expert—just come ready to be amazed and inspired. Spaces fill up for books this powerful, so grab a seat while you can.

We can't wait to see you there—let's explore one of history's most incredible journeys together! 

(If you're new to the group, it's friendly, no-judgment, and always full of great discussion.)

Falling Hard For the Dead Guys or How I Fell in Love with Writing Historical Fiction.

"Out to Lunch"

Lunch & Learn Event

Join us as children’s book author, Elvira Woodruff takes us between the pages for an intimate look at how her popular historical fiction was inspired, researched, and written. ‘It’s really unrequited love, when an author falls hard for someone who has died 300 years before she was born,’ Elvira explains. ‘That happened to me while researching Henry Windstanley, builder of the Eddystone Light. So, I did what many authors do. I made him a main character, just to hear his voice. And suddenly he was in my ear, writing my story for me.’

From her books on the American Revolution, the Overland Trail, Irish Immigration, life at the Tower of London, or the building of the Eddystone Lighthouse, Elvira has a wealth of stories to share.

A light lunch will follow. 

Limited Seating Must pre-register. 

$15.00 includes fees for tickets. Belltowerculturalcenter.org

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A VERY Special Evening With Craig Thatcher & Friends

THE CRAIG THATCHER QUARTET Chico Huff on bass; Billy Wear on drums; Cliff Starkey on keys/vox join Craig Thatcher on guitar/vox for a very upclose and personal show.  

SPONSORED BY 

BLUE MOUNTAIN

SIGN CRAFTERS

Please Note: This event is a traditional “Listening Room” program. Guests will be seated in our intimate 99 seat theatre. We will have wine, beer, soft drinks, and seltzers available for purchase  so you can relax and enjoy the evening focused on the artists and their music.

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Craig and his Quartet have been entertaining audiences with their exciting brand of blues/rock music since 1993. This is a must-see-live performing band!

Craig Thatcher is an International Clinician/Ambassador for C.F. Martin & Co. of Nazareth, PA, a guitar instructor & recording artist.
He has worked with and/or opened for many great artists including: Simone, Buddy Guy, Derek Trucks, John Mayall, Jimmie Vaughan, Duke Robillard, John Hammond, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Jonny Lang, Vanilla Fudge, Charlie Musselwhite, Train, Robin Trower, Dicky Betts, Savoy Brown, Jorma Kaukonen, Marty Stuart b& the Superlatives, Roseanne Cash, Roger McGuinn, Rory Block, Woody Mann, Peter Rowan, Herman's Hermits, Spencer Davis Group, Laurence Juber, John Mayer, David Bromberg, Steve Miller, Bill Kirchen, GE Smith and many other international artists. Craig began playing guitar in 1964, after seeing the Beatles on Ed Sullivan. By 1966 he was in his first band and by 1968, the band started getting paid for performances. Though Craig's early influences were Beatles, Rolling Stones, the Animals, Herman's Hermits, the Yardbirds and many other pop acts, once he heard Eric Clapton and then, Jimi Hendrix, his focus changed to a much heavier rock style of lead guitar, based in the blues. CTB's music spans many musical genres including folk, funk/jazz, blues and rock. Craig also has become a strong solo acoustic guitarist, focusing primarily on fingerstyle country blues. Craig has performed in one capacity or another—often as a Martin Guitar Artist/Clinician — in nearly every U.S. State as well as over 35 different countries.

Tickets: $23.50 online (includes fees), $28.00 at the door 

Beer/Wine will be sold on site.

(Please do not bring your own).

 Kids Can ... Storytime & Crafts - Ages 4 to 8

On a teeny little farm, in an itty-bitty coop, a very small hen laid a big, giant egg. And out of this egg came one big, humongous . . . something. No matter how they try, these clueless chickens can't make sense of the gigantic new member of their family—until he saves the day.

Cluck, cluck, BWAK!!!…come join us for some cluckety fun and learn about our feathery friends. Snacks, craft, and a special surprise.

Facilitators: Michele Szoka & Jennie Leggett

Kids will learn about diverse global traditions and the shared joy of gathering nature's bounty. Plus, don’t forget about the craft and snacks!

There is a nominal $5 fee for children and free for parents who must stay with their children at the event.

Plants for Natural Skin Care

From Your Garden to your Face!

Clinical Herbalist and Horticulturalist, Theresa Bellettiere leads this class on discovering how to use plants you can grow in your garden or purchase for creating natural skin care products- from lip balms, creams, masks, and oils. She will explain, growing requirements, which parts of the plants to use, and what equipment and supplies are required. 

Now is the perfect time to order seeds and plants that you’ll be able to grow this summer to make a variety of healing natural skin care products for yourself, family, and friends. These make excellent holiday gifts as well. This is a fun, no stress, class. Bring a friend or come on your own. $20  

Theresa Bellettiere is a Clinical Herbalist and Horticulturalist

There's a laugh every 11 seconds, a gasp every 65 seconds, a scream every 25 seconds and a synchronized dance every 60 minutes.

During a COBRA comedy show, there's a laugh every 11 seconds, a gasp every 65 seconds, a scream every 25 seconds and a synchronized dance every 60 minutes. Carved from chaos and shaped by extreme excellence, COBRA is an improv team like no other. Normalcy is the disease and we are the cure. We are COBRA and we strike fast! 

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The Cobra Improve Group consists of: Jen Carlson, Zach Lee, Jaqueline Prestoy, Justin Passino, Fonta Reily, and Sean Untamo.

And Special Guest:   

Earl Ball of Easton, better known as “Earl the Accordionist”, had been playing the accordion since he first took lesson in the late 1950’s. 

He takes requests in addition to playing polkas, standards, show tunes, German, Spanish and French music. For Earl, the accordion

is a one-person band…a fun instrument that one can “hug”. 

This show will contain adult language and/or situations. 

Attendees within the ages of 13 and 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No child 12 or under will be admitted.   BYOB

 Booked at the Bell With Regina Marinelli

Join us at the Book Club at the Bell for an unforgettable discussion of a haunting and suspenseful literary mystery:

The God in the Woods by Liz Moore

Imagine this: Deep in the shadowy expanse of the Adirondack Mountains, where wealth and wilderness exist side by side, a young boy vanishes from a prestigious summer camp. The case is eerily familiar—years earlier, his older brother disappeared under similarly mysterious circumstances, leaving behind a trail of grief, suspicion, and unanswered questions. As the search unfolds, long-buried secrets begin to surface, exposing the fault lines between privilege and hardship, power and vulnerability.

This isn’t just a mystery—it’s a layered exploration of family, class, and the quiet tensions that shape communities. Liz Moore weaves a gripping narrative that moves between past and present, drawing readers into a world where every character holds a piece of the truth… and no one is entirely innocent. With its atmospheric setting and deeply human storytelling, the novel reads like a page-turning thriller while offering the depth of literary fiction.

Readers describe it as “immersive,” “chilling,” and “impossible to put down.” But beyond the suspense, it raises powerful questions: How well do we really know the people closest to us? What role does privilege play in who gets protected—and who gets overlooked? And how do communities reckon with the stories they choose to tell, or to bury?

Whether you love psychological suspense, richly drawn characters, or thought-provoking themes that linger long after the final page, this is a book that will spark meaningful conversation.

Come share your thoughts: What really happened in the woods? Who do you trust—and why? How do class and circumstance shape the outcome of a tragedy?

When: May 14, 2026

Where: The Bell (cozy setting, great coffee and tea, everyone welcome)

What to bring: Your copy of The God in the Woods and your perspective

No pressure to be an expert—just come ready for a compelling, engaging discussion. Programs like this tend to fill quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot.

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s step into the mystery together!

(If you're new to the group, it’s friendly, welcoming, and always full of thoughtful conversation.)

Please consider supporting independent book shops, such as Book & Puppet Co. in Easton.

 Booked at the Bell With Regina Marinelli

Join us at the Book Club at the Bell for an unforgettable discussion of a deeply moving and luminous work of literary fiction:

In the Gloaming by Alice Elliott Dark

Imagine this: A young man returns home to his family’s quiet countryside house, facing the final chapter of his life after a long struggle with illness. What unfolds is not a story of endings alone, but of reconnection—of a mother and son rediscovering one another, of a family navigating love, regret, memory, and grace in the soft, fading light of “the gloaming,” that tender space between day and night.

This isn’t just a story about loss—it’s a meditation on love, forgiveness, and the fragile beauty of human connection. Alice Elliott Dark writes with extraordinary sensitivity and depth, capturing the unspoken emotions that live within families. Through intimate moments and quiet revelations, she reminds us that even in life’s most difficult passages, there is dignity, meaning, and even unexpected joy.

Readers describe it as “heart-wrenching,” “beautifully written,” and “profoundly human.” It’s the kind of story that stays with you—gentle yet powerful, intimate yet universal. It invites us to reflect on our own relationships, the words we say (and don’t say), and the ways we show up for one another when it matters most.

Whether you are drawn to character-driven stories, reflective and emotional writing, or books that explore life’s biggest questions with honesty and grace, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Come share your thoughts: What does it mean to come home? How do families heal, or struggle to? What would you say if you knew time was limited?

When: June 11, 2026

Where: The Bell (cozy setting, great coffee and tea, everyone welcome)

What to bring: Your copy of In the Gloaming and your perspective

No pressure to be an expert—just come ready for a thoughtful and heartfelt discussion. 

Programs like this tend to fill quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot.

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s reflect, connect, and share this beautiful story together.

(If you're new to the group, it’s friendly, welcoming, and always full of meaningful conversation.)

Please consider supporting independent book shops, such as Book & Puppet Co. in Easton.

 Booked at the Bell With Regina Marinelli

Join us at the Book Club at the Bell for an unforgettable discussion of a richly woven and timeless work of world literature:

Midaq Alley by Naguib Mahfouz

Imagine this: In a small, bustling alleyway in 1940s Cairo, life unfolds through the voices of its residents—the baker, the café owner, the matchmaker, the dreamers, and the restless souls longing for something more. Over the course of a single year, their lives intertwine in unexpected ways, shaped by tradition, ambition, love, and the quiet pressures of a changing world. Beyond the narrow walls of the alley, opportunity and modernity are beginning to stir, pulling at the hopes and choices of those who live within it.

This isn’t just a story, it’s a vivid portrait of a community and the human condition itself. Naguib Mahfouz masterfully captures the rhythms of everyday life while exploring deeper themes of identity, desire, class, and transformation. Each character brings a unique perspective, revealing how personal dreams and societal change collide in both subtle and profound ways.

Readers describe it as “immersive,” “deeply human,” and “beautifully observed.” But beyond its rich storytelling, it raises enduring questions: How do people navigate change without losing themselves? What drives ambition, and what are its costs? And how do individual lives reflect the larger forces shaping a society?

Whether you love character-driven narratives, cultural exploration, or stories that offer both intimacy and breadth, this is a book that will spark thoughtful and meaningful conversation.

Come share your thoughts: Which character stayed with you the most, and why? How does the setting shape the choices each person makes? What parallels can we draw between that time and our own?

When: July 9, 2026

Where: The Bell (cozy setting, great coffee and tea, everyone welcome)

What to bring: Your copy of Midaq Alley and your perspective

No pressure to be an expert—just come ready for a compelling and engaging discussion. Programs like this tend to fill quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot.

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s step into the alley together and explore its stories!

(If you're new to the group, it’s friendly, welcoming, and always full of thoughtful conversation.)

Please consider supporting independent book shops, such as Book & Puppet Co. in Easton. 

 Booked at the Bell With Regina Marinelli

Join us at the Book Club at the Bell for an unforgettable discussion of a thoughtful and beautifully written literary novel:

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans

Imagine this: Through a series of letters, reflections, and quiet observations, a woman begins to piece together her life, her relationships, and the moments that have shaped her into who she is. What unfolds is not driven by a single dramatic event, but by something far more familiar and powerful, the accumulation of everyday experiences, choices, regrets, and connections that define a life over time.

This isn’t just a story, it’s an intimate exploration of memory, identity, and the way we communicate with one another, and sometimes fail to. Virginia Evans crafts a deeply human narrative that invites readers into the inner world of her characters, where meaning is found in nuance, in reflection, and in the spaces between what is said and what is felt. It’s a novel that unfolds gently, yet leaves a lasting emotional impact.

Readers call it “elegant,” “insightful,” and “quietly powerful.” But beyond its graceful prose, it raises meaningful questions about how we understand ourselves and others. It’s the kind of book that encourages you to slow down, to think, and to consider the ways in which our lives are shaped by both words and silence.

Whether you love character driven stories, reflective writing, or books that explore the depth of human relationships, this is a novel that will spark thoughtful and engaging conversation.

Come share your thoughts: How do we tell the story of our own lives? What role do communication and memory play in shaping identity? What is left unsaid, and why?

When: August 13, 2026

Where: The Bell (cozy spot, great coffee/tea, everyone welcome)

What to bring: Your copy of The Correspondent and an open mind!

No pressure to be an expert, just come ready to be engaged and inspired. Spaces fill up for books this thoughtful, so grab a seat while you can.

We can’t wait to see you there, let’s explore this story together!

(If you're new to the group, it's friendly, no judgment, and always full of great discussion.)

Please consider supporting independent book shops, such as Book & Puppet Co. in Easton.

 Booked at the Bell With Regina Marinelli

Join us at the Book Club at the Bell for an unforgettable discussion of a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction:

The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict

Imagine this: A brilliant young physicist arrives at the Zurich Polytechnic, one of the only women in her program, determined to make her mark in a field dominated by men. There, she meets a fellow student whose name will one day become synonymous with genius—Albert Einstein. But behind the legend lies another story, one often overlooked—the story of Mileva Marić, a gifted scientist in her own right, whose ambitions, intellect, and contributions may have played a far greater role than history has acknowledged.

This isn’t just a story, it’s a powerful exploration of love, ambition, sacrifice, and the cost of brilliance. Marie Benedict brings to life the emotional and intellectual partnership between Mileva and Albert, while also shedding light on the challenges faced by women striving to be taken seriously in a world that often denied them recognition. Through Mileva’s perspective, the novel invites us to reconsider what we think we know about genius, collaboration, and legacy.

Readers describe it as “fascinating,” “eye-opening,” and “deeply moving.” But beyond the historical intrigue, it raises important questions: How many voices have been lost or diminished in the telling of history? What sacrifices are made in the pursuit of greatness? And how do relationships shape, support, or sometimes overshadow individual achievement?

Whether you enjoy historical fiction, stories of remarkable women, or narratives that challenge conventional perspectives, this is a book that will spark meaningful and engaging conversation.

Come share your thoughts: What defines true genius? How should credit be shared in collaboration? What might history look like if more voices had been heard?

When: September 10, 2026

Where: The Bell (cozy setting, great coffee and tea, everyone welcome)

What to bring: Your copy of The Other Einstein and your perspective

No pressure to be an expert—just come ready for a compelling and engaging discussion. Programs like this tend to fill quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot.

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s step into this remarkable story together!

(If you're new to the group, it’s friendly, welcoming, and always full of thoughtful conversation.)

Please consider supporting independent book shops, such as Book & Puppet Co. in Easton.