Jan Lokuta; September 23 2020

Published: Sept. 23, 2020, 11 p.m.

Jan Lokuta, Arts & Regional History Advocate, speaking about painter George Catlin, who was born in Wilkes-Barre and known for his portraits of Native Americans and his western landscapes. "Chalk Fest 2020" will be held October 3 at the Millennium Circle Portal on the River Common in downtown Wilkes-Barre, from 11 am to 3 pm, hosted by the River Front Parks Committee. Jan Lokuta will sketch images of bison from paintings by Catlin to inspire the young artists. There is no admission fee, and the chalk is free. www.riverfrontparks.org/