Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA. September 9, 2026 — Building on the success and enthusiastic response to SoberPlatz presented by Northampton County Council in partnership with Sync Recovery Community at Musikfest, ArtsQuest continues its mission of providing a welcoming community for everyone with programming at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas. ArtsQuest, in partnership with Sync Recovery Community, is launching Cinema in Sync: Film, Fellowship and Connection, a new free film series featuring stories of hope, resilience and transformation.
The series kicks off Monday, September 14. Each screening explores recovery through film, sparking conversation, challenging stigma and highlighting the power of recovery in individuals, families and communities.
Following each film, stay for an optional talk back with guest panelists. This supportive space offers an opportunity to share your thoughts, ask questions, connect with others or simply listen as we continue the conversation around recovery.
Screenings include:
- September 14 – “The Anonymous People”
- October 19 – “Generation Found”
- November 16 – “Tipping the Pain Scale”
The theater hosting the film series will be maintained as a dedicated alcohol-free space. Alcohol may be available for purchase elsewhere throughout the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks and the ArtsQuest Center.
“Cinema in Sync is about creating more than just a night at the movies—it’s an opportunity to connect, learn and build community,” said Laura Waits, Executive Director of Sync Recovery Community. “Through the partnership between Sync Recovery Community and ArtsQuest, we’re creating a welcoming, substance-free space where people can enjoy films while also gaining educational insight into recovery, wellness and the experiences that shape our communities. Recovery is stronger when we learn and grow together, and Cinema in Sync brings those important conversations to life.”
About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences, using arts and culture as drivers of economic development in our urban communities. ArtsQuest supports this mission through performing and visual arts, film, arts education and outreach, youth programming and a wide range of cultural events, anchored by signature venues and initiatives including its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL, a centerpiece for the Valley’s artistic communities; the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks; and the LVHN, part of Jefferson Health Turn & Grind Shop, an adaptive reuse project expanding space for programming, festivals, private events and nationally touring exhibits. ArtsQuest welcomes more than 2 million people annually, with nearly 40 percent of its programs free to attend, generating a regional economic impact of close to $193 million in 2025. ArtsQuest’s Re-Imagine That! Capital Campaign supports the continued growth of its mission to make the arts accessible for all.
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Bryn Keeney
