The Pennsylvania Music Preservation Society (PAMPS) is a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization whose mission is to support traditional and emerging Pennsylvania musicians, promote and preserve Pennsylvania’s musical heritage and ongoing musical contributions, and support youth music activity and education.
2025 Events
Nov 16-23: Cruise with Mike Mittman and Real Oldies 1470
Don’t go cruisin’ for a bruisin’ … cruise in style this November with our friend (and PAMPS board member) Mike Mittman and Real Oldies 1470! Seven days of pure bliss (November 16-23, 2025) aboard the Royal Caribbean Odyssey of the Seas, with stops at Port Canaveral and the Bahamas. Best of all, the ship departs from Cape Liberty, NJ, making travel easier than ever. Click here for more information!
Jan 30: The Market Grille Grand Opening at the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market
Due to our collaboration with the Allentown Fair and Red Barn Family Produce in 2024 when we sponsored the Red Barn Stage performance venue, the Pennsylvania Music Society is thrilled to support the launch of The Market Grille, a brand-new eatery coming to the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market on January 30!
Brought to you by the owners of Red Barn Family Produce, this exciting new spot will serve up sourdough melts, signature hot dogs, fresh-cut fries, and more—all made with quality ingredients and local flavor.
The Market Grille will feature seating for around 48 customers at booths, tables with chairs, and an eating counter. It will occupy an updated space that previously housed Scotty’s Shore Shack, which closed in November.
Why this matters: Supporting small businesses strengthens our local economy and community. Let’s rally behind Bubba Swartley and Cori Citro as they bring this delicious new venture to life!
Attend the ribbon cutting on January 30th at 9 AM, to be followed by a few hours of music performed by Dave Marchetti, keyboard player with the popular Lehigh Valley based Mel-O-Dee Aces.
Spread the word, stop by for a bite, and support our local entrepreneurs!
For more info, view this WFMZ article.
Recent Events
Fri Dec 20: PAMPS Awards Event 2024 at the MainGate
The “Music Alive at the Red Barn Stage” and the PA Music Preservation Society sponsored performances at the Farmerama Stage during the 2024 Great Allentown Fair gave our performers a chance to showcase their talents. We were honored to have young music talent as well as seasoned performers present these well-rounded events for the enjoyment of our community. Our awards event on Dec 20 will give us a chance to honor the people who made this year’s events possible.
Bring your own food, and we’ll supply the music.
Featuring
5:30-6:30 The Smoke Mitote Group
6:30-7:00 Awards Presentations
7:00-10:00 The Main Street Cruisers
Doors open at 5 PM
Admission is $15
Snacks provided when you reserve a 10-seat table for $150.
For tickets, click here or use the camera on your mobile device to scan the PQ code.
Also coming to the MainGate:
Sat Dec 14: Latin Night