Mohegan Sun to Feature More Than 280 Shows in 70 Days for Hot Summer Fun 2025! The summer heats up with a $100K Jackpot Celebration, a BMW giveaway, brand-new festivals and entertainment, Epic prize pools, and much more Mohegan Sun is launching its 28th year of Hot Summer Fun on June 23rd and the action is more dialed up than ever. Through Labor Day, Mohegan Sun Arena, the Wolf Den, The Cabaret Theatre, and the Sun Patio are set to feature acts like Incubus, Jordan Davis, Def Leppard, Jason Ladanye and Beatlemania Again. When it comes to outdoor entertainment, it will be the busiest summer yet on the Sun Patio, with a brand-new music festival, Backyard Beats, taking place on Saturday, August 16th and popular tribute bands rocking out every Friday night at the always free: Party on the Sun Patio. This revamped outdoor space will also host concerts by The Village People, Lupe Fiasco, The Roots, Dasha and more. A brand-new festival joins the summertime fun as well, when Taste of the Mediterranean arrives on Saturday, August 23rd. Every day of the week during Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun will also be energized with gaming promotions and special giveaways, including a 2025 BMW 2 Series and daily offers like Catchin’ Rays Tuesdays, where random Momentum members can attempt to grab up to $10,000 in cash inside the Cash Cube! Learn all about it all at mohegansun.com/HSF, and see below for more details: ENTERTAINMENT, EVENTS AND FESTIVALS Mohegan Sun Arena, the eight-time winner of “Arena of the Year” by ACM, is filled with big-time acts and exciting sports this summer, includes: BABYMETAL on June 27th; Incubus on June 28th; James Arthur on June 29th; Def Leppard on July 3rd; Legends in Concert on July 5th; CT Sun vs Las Vegas Aces on July 6th; CT Sun vs Seattle Storm on July 9th; Tony Hinchliffe on July 11th; Jeff Dunham on July 12th; The Lumineers on July 13th; Revisiting Creedence on July 18th; CES Boxing Presents “Summer Heat” on July 19th; CT Sun vs LA Sparks July 24th; Rod Stewart on July 25th; Big Time Rush on July 26th; CT Sun vs Golden State Valkyries on July 27th; CT Sun vs Seattle Storm on July 28th; CT Sun vs NY Liberty on August 1st; Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons on August 2nd; CT Sun vs NY Liberty on August 3rd; Jordan Davis on August 8th; CT Sun vs Chicago Sky on August 13th; Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular starring Shawn Klush on August 15th; CT Sun vs Indiana Fever on August 17th; CT Sun vs Washington Mystics on August 21; Train on August 22nd; O.A.R. on August 24th; Bonnie Raitt on August 26th and Lynyrd Skynyrd on August 29th. The Sun Patio Concert Series is an all-new outdoor concert lineup for Hot Summer Fun 2025 at Mohegan Sun. This new and improved outdoor venue can accommodate nearly 5,000 guests for concerts and events, and beginning on Saturday, June 14th, guests can enjoy the Hard-Rock hits of Buckcherry for a show kicking off at 9:00pm. All Sun Patio Concert Series shows are general admission, open to all ages and take place rain or shine! This premier outdoor event space at Mohegan Sun also features a full bar and deck for guests 21+. The full schedule is: Buckcherry on Saturday, June 14th; The Village People on Saturday, July 12th; Lupe Fiasco on Saturday, July 19th; The Roots, Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show band, on Saturday, August 2nd; HANSON on Saturday, August 9th; Dasha on Sunday, August 17th; Extreme on Saturday, August 30th and Sully Erna on Saturday, September 6th. Tickets are on sale now and further details are available HERE. Taste of the Mediterranean arrives on Saturday, August 23rd. Flavors of the Mediterranean will transport guests on the Sun Patio during this brand-new festival. From artisan charcuterie spreads to hand-filled cannoli, Taste of the Mediterranean is set to bring together regional favorites for a one-day celebration of coastal cuisine, music, and cultural flair. Tickets to this inaugural festival are on sale now and can be purchased via ticketmaster.com or the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. A VIP Add-On Experience is also available for purchase, which includes unlimited drink samples, a hand-crafted charcuterie cup, a swag bag with gifts from featured sponsors, and more. The return of Party on the Sun Patio invites guests to move to the music while some of the region’s top tribute bands electrify 14 weeks of free outdoor concerts every Friday from 7:00pm – 11:00pm. Party on the Sun Patio kicks off a couple weeks ahead of Mohegan Sun’s official Hot Summer Fun dates, on Friday, June 13th, with the B Street Band, a tribute to Bruce Springsteen. Lasting through mid-September, guests can sip on refreshing drink specials and explore a rotating lineup of food trucks. Additionally, those looking to have the best seat in the house can reserve a cozy VIP Fire Pit. Top touring tribute acts as part of Party on the Sun Patio will include Fleetwood Macked – the Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, Forever Tina – Tina Turner Tribute, Queen Flash and more! Guests must be 21+ to attend Party on the Sun Patio. To view the full 14-week concert line-up, visit mohegansun.com/potsp Backyard Beats will be live on the Sun Patio on Saturday, August 16th. This special inaugural music festival features the best of the best in local bands, while showcasing the talents of DJ Mikey V and DJae Melee. The all-day festival, which kicks off at 1:00pm and lasts through 11:00pm, will feature live performances by Jason Ingriselli and the Miles North; Souls on Fire; Red Light; Don’t Tell Lisa; The Fake Experience and Juice Box! Food trucks like Hungry Lion and Philly’s will join the high-energy Indie Rock to Soulful Blues affair, and all ages are welcome. Tickets are on sale now via mohegansun.com/backyard-beats.html The Wolf Den also turns up the heat this summer with electrifying performances. More than 25 live shows will be showcased, including 60’s Explosion on June 26th; Jeff Pitchell & Texas Flood on June 28th; The Main St. Cruisers on June 29th; Mallet Bro’s Band on July 3rd; John Cafferty & the Beaver Brown Band on July 5th; Red Satin Band on July 6th; Blurred Vison on July 10th; Chubby Checker on July 12th; Rubix Cube on July 13th; Southern Avenue on July 17th; FUSION on July 19th; Tyler Morris on July 20th; Kyle Ray on July 24th; David Nail on July 26th; The Magic of MoTown on July 27th; Red Light on July 31st;Alana Springsteen on August 2nd; Branded on August 3rd; Chaser Eight on August 7th; Restless Road on August 9th; Stryper on August 14th; Drew Baldridge on August 16th; American Girl on August 17th; The Toneshifters on August 21st; Queensryche on August 23rd; JD Leonard on August 24th; Dr. Slick on August 28th; Mullet on August 30th and Backstage Pass on August 31st. Both Comix Roadhouse and Comix Comedy Club will be home to crowd-pleasing live entertainment every Thursday through Friday throughout the summer. The Roadhouse stage features popular local acts like American Honey, Nikki Briar and the Sweetbriars and Maddi Ryan. In the Comedy Club, top touring stand-ups like Eagle Witt, Mike Finoia and Jourdain Fisher are on the bill! Learn more at Comixroadhouse.com MOHEGAN SUN’S $100,000 HOT SUMMER FUN JACKPOT CELEBRATION From Saturday, June 7th, through Saturday, September 6th, Mohegan Sun Momentum members who win a jackpot of $1,200 or more will receive an electronic entry into a drawing where 50 lucky winners will win their share of $100,000 in cash prizes. Guests must activate their entries by visiting any promotional kiosk between 6:00am – 7:00pm on Saturday, September 6th. The grand prize will be $25,000 in cash! Mohegan Sun Online Casino will also run a $30,000 Jackpot Celebration where online players who win a Daily Jackpot during Hot Summer Fun (June 23rd – August 31st) will be entered into a sweepstakes for a $10,000 grand prize. 99 additional winners will split a $20,000 in-app casino bonus credit prize pool. To get started with Mohegan Sun Online Casino – head to the Apple Store, Google Play or visit ct.mohegansuncasino.com. *Must be 21 or over to participate. MOHEGAN SUN’S PEAK PERFORMANCE GIVEAWAY A 2025 BMW 2 series is up for grabs with this much anticipated Hot Summer Fun giveaway taking place at Mohegan Sun from June 23rd at 6:00am – August 29th at 4:00pm. Momentum guests can swipe their card once a day at any promotional kiosk across the resort for a chance at this amazing grand prize courtesy of BMW of New London! Other great prizes as part of this summer-long giveaway event include Free Slot Play and Momentum Dollars. Double entries are possible on Friday, August 29th – the same day the Grand Prize drawing for the BMW is set to take place! THE TIKI BAR Mohegan Sun is home to one of the most spectacular hotel lobbies in the world and will be home to a special pop-up bar from June 26th through September 12th. The Tiki Bar at Mohegan Sun’s Sky Tower Lobby will be decked out with island vibes and home to exotic cocktails, tropical beats and a laid-back energy for friends, family and couples! The cocktail menu features a Mai Tai special as well as the Lava Flow, with Bacardi Coconut, Fruitful Strawberry, Fruitful Banana, Pineapple Juice and Coconut Cream. For the full drink menu and more details, click HERE. HOT SUMMER FUN DAILY PROMOTIONSMomentum members can participate in a new promotion every day of the week! Guests can sign up for Mohegan Sun’s free rewards program at any Player’s Club booth on property. When a friend of an existing Momentum member signs up for a new Momentum account any weekday during Hot Summer Fun, both guests will receive $10 in Free Slot Play! At the top of each hour between 10:00am – 7:00pm on More Money Mondays, one Momentum member playing slots, table games or in the Poker Room will be randomly selected to win $1,000 cash! All Momentum members must be present to win. At the top of each hour from 10:00am – 7:00pm on Catchin’ Rays Tuesdays, one Momentum member playing slots, table games or in the Poker Room will be randomly selected to dash in the Cash Cube for up to $10,000 in cash! Each winner will have 60 seconds to grab as much money as they can and place it into the cash box attached to the Cash Cube. Winners will keep whatever amount is inside the cash box after 60 seconds. Guests who grab and place the $2 bill in the cash box will double their total prize! Momentum members who earn two Status Points between 6:00am – 8:00pm on Wild Winning Wednesdays are eligible to participate in the Summer Slot Tournament Series, which takes place from 2:00pm – 8:00pm and features a $10,000 weekly prize pool! Guests will earn one entry for every two Status Points earned the day of the tournament, with a maximum of three entries per guest. With Thrills & Chills Thursdays, Momentum members will earn Triple Status Points from 6:00am – Midnight while playing slots, table games, stadium gaming, in the Poker Room or wagering in Race Book. Starting at 10:00am on Fun in the Sun Fridays, the first 1,000 Momentum members to visit the Momentum Event Center, located next to Hash House A Go Go in Casino of the Earth, will receive a commemorative free Hot Summer Fun t-shirt! New colors will be offered every Friday and Momentum members will have the chance to collect all 10!
The Waverly Community House, Art of the Abingtons Launches Inaugural Artist Studio Tour Mark your calendar for a vibrant weekend of art and creativity! Art of the Abingtons is proud to present its first-ever Artist Studio Tour on Saturday, August 16, and Sunday, August 17, from 10 AM to 4 PM each day. This self-guided tour invites you into the working studios of local artists across the greater Abington area—including Dalton, Waverly, and Clarks Summit. Visitors will enjoy an intimate look at where creativity happens and engage directly with artists as they share their work, inspiration, and process. Mediums include painting, ceramics, jewelry, printmaking, and more. Participating artists include: Cara Colombo, Lisa Cunningham, Peter Hoffer, Joe Kluck, Josiah Lewis, Kristie Miller McMahon, Christine Medley, Bill Tersteeg, and Dr. Mel Wolk. To kick off the tour, join us for an Opening Reception and Group Exhibition on Friday, August 15 from 6–8 PM at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. The exhibit will feature selected works from each artist and remain on view through September 9th. Come meet the artists, explore their studios, and experience the creative heart of the Abingtons! Programs, maps, and more information are available at ArtofTheAbingtons.com. For questions, contact info@artoftheabingtons.com.
Tobyhanna Army Depot Celebrates a Century of Service This June 14, the United States Army celebrates its 250th birthday, and Tobyhanna Army Depot is immensely proud to remain a leading readiness provider after more than a quarter of those years. Much like the Army is one year older than the nation it defends, the citizens of Tobyhanna and the surrounding community have been serving our nation before Tobyhanna Army Depot, or Tobyhanna Signal Depot as it was called at the time, opened its doors Feb. 1, 1953. The Army’s origins in Tobyhanna can be traced to 1912 when Maj. Charles P. Summerall leased more than 20,000 acres of land for a field artillery training site. In the 40 years prior to the depot beginning to officially serve the nation, the grounds of the installation went by several names and served our nation in several ways. Tobyhanna served as a tank and ambulance training center during World War I, artillery training center for over two decades, storage point for D-Day gliders, a camp for the Civilian Conservation Corps, a World War II prisoner of war camp, and a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers site. When Tobyhanna Signal Depot began serving the nation, its vital and lasting readiness and community impacts were felt immediately. Its proximity to ports and electronics manufacturers made it an ideal site for the nation’s first permanent Signal Corps depot on the east coast, and civilians eager to serve their nation applied in waves. Tobyhanna Army Depot, as it has been known since a 1962 Army-wide reorganization, is a global organization providing readiness for warfighters where and when they need it. On any given day, more than 15% of the depot’s 3,100-strong workforce is outside the gates to meet the needs of the joint warfighter with peak efficiency. Northeastern Pennsylvania’s largest industrial employer, Tobyhanna Army Depot creates 5,550 community jobs, employs a workforce of 24% veterans, and creates $2.4B of economic impact in the surrounding community which has advanced its mission for nearly a century. Over the course of serving the nation for seven decades, Tobyhanna has adapted to adhere to its mission. In a testament to proactive leadership and investment, a dynamic workforce of civilian patriots, and a vast portfolio of capabilities, Tobyhanna Army Depot has always answered the call of our nation’s warfighters in the ever-evolving world of warfighter readiness. Though the systems depot artisans work on may look dramatically different, Tobyhanna Army Depot’s mission has never wavered – providing the best value to our nation’s warfighters. Serving as the U.S. Army’s Center of Industrial and Technical Excellence for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR), Electronics, Avionics and Missile Guidance and Control, Tobyhanna Army Depot has a long history of upping the standard for our nation’s warfighters through work on invaluable assets from shelters to tactical radios. Today, Tobyhanna Army Depot remains as well-positioned as ever to continue delivering on that promise with over $1B of investments into infrastructure modernization and investments into capabilities like unmanned aerial systems, cable fabrication, and the fifth C of C5ISR, cyber, that will ensure warfighter supremacy on the battlefield of the future. Tobyhanna Army Depot is proud to be a part of the Army’s story as it turns 250. Serving our nation and the warfighters who so selflessly protect it remains not just an objective, but a non-negotiable mission championed by a workforce and community united in warrior ethos and American pride. Here’s to the next 250 years!
Shapiro Administration Invests Nearly $10 Million to Improve PA Airports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced a $10 million state investment in projects at five public use airports for facility improvements, infrastructure preservation, and development. Supporting safe, reliable infrastructure while growing the Commonwealth’s economy is a key priority for the Shapiro administration. Pennsylvania’s robust aviation industry employs over 226,000 people, provides nearly $12.5 billion in payroll and employment benefits, and has a $34 billion annual economic impact. In addition to providing travel options, airports also facilitate services such as air cargo and freight, police and law enforcement, emergency medical services, firefighting, and disaster and emergency response. “Pennsylvania’s aviation industry provides good-paying jobs while linking communities to a larger transportation system that moves goods and people around the world,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “These investments are another example of Governor Shapiro’s focus on maintaining our infrastructure while also expanding business opportunities.” The funds will support the following projects: Bucks County: Quakertown Airport – $1.1 million of state funds to construct three new hangars. Doylestown Airport – $525,000 of state funds for the continued rehabilitation of hangars. Doylestown Airport – $157,500 of state funds to demolish four structures on airport property. Doylestown Airport – $360,000 of state funds to extend public water access to the terminal area of the airport. Jefferson County: DuBois Regional Airport – $225,000 of state funds for the continued renovations of their administration building. Lehigh County: Lehigh Valley International Airport – $1.5 million of state funds to construct a parking structure to enhance terminal commercial development. Luzerne County: Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport – $6.2 million in state funds to expand the terminal and upgrade the Transportation Security Administration screening area. The projects will be funded by the state Capital Budget through the Aviation Transportation Assistance Program, which is supported by bonds. To learn more about how the Shapiro Administration is supporting transportation across all modes, visit PennDOT’s website.
Wright Center’s Scholars Day Highlights Cutting-Edge Research Dr. Harshaman Kaur, a resident physician explains her scholarly research poster to Harold W. Baillie, Ph.D., chair of The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s Board of Directors. Dr. Aroma Naeem, a resident physician entered her collaborative scholarly poster in the annual Scholars Day Program. The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education hosted our annual Scholars Day Program on May 24, 2025, at our auditorium in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Our event included 31 scholarly research posters presented by physician learners from our residency and fellowship programs, as well as from the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, the Geisinger Internal Medicine Residency Program, HonorHealth Mountain Vista Medical Center, and the Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital Department of Graduate Medical Education. Dr. Erin McFadden – Our deputy chief medical officer, medical director of our primary care centers in Scranton and the Scranton Counseling Center, co-regional director of medical education for A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA), and dean and director for undergraduate medical education and interprofessional education – Case Report Session. Dr. Qi Shi – Geisinger – Research and Quality Improvement Session. Dr. Nevena Barjaktarovic – Our rheumatologist and regional director of medical education for ATSU-SOMA – Community-Oriented Primary Care Session. The program opened with welcoming remarks from Dr. McFadden, followed by the keynote address, “From Clinic to Community: Partnering with AHEC to Shape Health Beyond the Exam Room,” delivered by Debra Youngfelt, executive director of the Northeast Pennsylvania Area Health Education Center (NE PA AHEC). Dr. Amninder Singh, a resident physician in our Internal Medicine Residency Program and scholarly activity chief resident, delivered the closing remarks to conclude the day. Prizes were awarded for first, second, and third place in each poster session category. The winners included: SESSION A WINNERS (Case Reports) 1st Place Presenter: Dr. Himani Mongia, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “A Novel Case of Utilizing Overlapping Lumen-Apposing Metal Stents for Treatment of Complicated Marginal Ulcers at the Gastrojejunal Anastomosis” 2nd Place Presenter: Dr. Chukwuemeka Christian Aghasili, Internal Medicine resident physician, Geisinger Internal Medicine Residency Program Poster: “When Arteries Fracture without a Cause: A Case of Multivessel Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection and Associated Extracoronary Arterial Vascular Dissections in the Absence of Connective Tissue Disease” 3rd Place Presenter: Dr. Harshaman Kaur, Internal Medicine resident physician, HonorHealth Mountain Vista Medical Center Poster: “Unmasking the Silent Transformation: Nodular Regenerative Hyperplasia Emerging Decades Post-Liver Transplantation” SESSION B WINNERS (Research and QI) 1st Place Presenter: Dr. Aroma Naeem, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “Balloon-Expandable Versus Self-Expanding Valves in Patients with Small Aortic Annuli Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials and Propensity Score Matched Studies” 2nd Place Presenter: Dr. Harshaman Kaur, Internal Medicine resident physician, HonorHealth Mountain Vista Medical Center Poster: “Readmission Risk Associated with Falls in Decompensated Cirrhosis: Insights from a National Database” 3rd Place Presenter: Dr. Yuexiu Wu, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “Surveillance Study of Lyme Disease in The Wright Center for Community Health from 2015-2024” SESSION C WINNERS (Community-Oriented Primary Care) 1st Place Presenter: Dr. Sonam Gautam, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “One-Time Routine HIV Screening in Primary Care” 2nd Place Presenters: Drs. Justine Carlo Guevarra and Imran Hamid, Family Medicine – Scranton Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “Investigation into Possible Improvement in HSM Rotation for Effectiveness of Intern Orientation and Preparedness for Unsupervised Patient Care” 3rd Place Presenter: Dr. Archana Sridhar, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “Predictive Value of PREVENT Calculator for Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients at Outpatient Clinics in Northeast Pennsylvania” Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education resident physicians, Drs. Sonam Gautam, left, and Lokendra Channtyal, display their scholarly research poster at the Scholars Day Program. They are in the Internal Medicine Residency Program. Drs. Amninder Singh, left, and Harshaman Kaur, Internal Medicine resident physicians at The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education, showcase their scholarly research poster at The Wright Center’s annual Scholars Day Program.
Settlers Hospitality 9th Annual Wally Wine Fest Water and wine combine for a divine summer event. Wally Wine Fest returns to The Waterfront at Silver Birches, June 13-15. The indoor/outdoor event on the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack offers three jam-packed days of sampling, shopping and soaking in the scenery. Visitors may enjoy sips from more than 100 domestic and international labels, a varied marketplace of artisan goods and live music on two stages. Festivities kick off on Friday, June 13 with a Platinum Wine Dinner at The Settlers Inn. The Live Fire Dinner in Grant’s Woods features a five-course wild game feast in collaboration with Fossil Farms that boasts duck rillette, rabbit ragu, lamb kofta and roasted elk French rack. Guests will take a seat in the open-air woodland dining venue and watch executive chefs from The Settlers Inn and guest chefs from Fossil Farms prepare the feast in the outdoor kitchen. Located in Boonton, NJ, Fossil Farms specializes in providing the highest quality farm-raised game birds, exotic and natural meats. Each course is paired with a fine wine from Trinchero Family Estates in a Sonoma vs Napa Vally taste test showdown. A $200 Platinum Ticket allows access to the Live Fire Game Dinner as well as entry to Wally Wine Fest on Saturday, June 14. Wally Wine Fest shifts to Silver Birches Resort on Saturday and Sunday where visitors will have the opportunity to sample vintages from more than 100 domestic and international labels. Wineries from as far away as New Zealand, Italy, France, Napa Valley and the Pacific Northwest are represented as well as varietals grown and produced in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Claude Briere, a sommelier for Settlers Hospitality, personally selects each wine. Briere is a renowned wine expert who travels the globe as a consultant and lecturer advising on wine selections, pairings and service. Novice wine enthusiasts will have the opportunity to sample a variety of pours and discover which wine suits their palate. Wine connoisseurs will relish the opportunity to interact one-on-one with wine makers, restauranteurs and sommeliers who are knowledgeable in flavor profiles, can discuss the differences among wine, grapes and varietals, plus point out the notes to be enjoyed for each. Bottles of every wine featured are available for sale. With prices ranging from $10-$100, there’s something to match every taste and budget. An indoor and outdoor marketplace will overflow with fine food, gift items and decor fit for wine lovers– all available for purchase. Visitors may shop offerings from places such as Art on the Edge, which features home/wine décor. Kryzan Design offers hand-poured candles in a variety of scents including some wine-inspired selections. A Silent Auction benefits Lake Wallenpaupack’s Fourth of July Fireworks and features overnight stays at some of the area’s finest accommodations plus gift cards to local restaurants and businesses. Golf and spa packages, as well as boat and paddle board rentals, are also up for grabs. Satellite events at other Hawley area venues extend the Wally Wine Fest celebration. The Settlers Inn will offer a Bubbly Brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Visitors may savor a brunch menu, live music and a tasting flight of sparkling wine. Glass-wine.bar.kitchen at Ledges Hotel will present live music by Mike Metzger on Saturday night. Wally Wine Fest at Silver Birches runs from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday and 1-4 p.m. on Sunday. Everyone who attends receives a commemorative wine glass. Admission is $40 in advance or $50 at the door and includes 15 sampling tickets. The sampling tickets may be exchanged for wine tastings. A $50 VIP admission allows entry to the festival one hour early and 25 sampling tickets. The $200 Platinum admission price offers early entry, increases the sampling tickets to 25 and includes a seat at the Live Fire Game Dinner at The Settlers Inn on June 13. Admission for designated drivers is $20. Tickets are available at wallywinefest.com Special thanks to Champagne Level event sponsors Silver Birches Resort, Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau and Trinchero Family Estates, as well as Cabernet Level sponsor, AM Skier Insurance, Chant Realtors and Olsommer and Clarke Insurance. Settlers Hospitality would also like to acknowledge the support of many local sponsors including Bold Gold Media Group.
Misericordia University Offers Summer Sports Camps Looking to keep your young athlete active and engaged this summer? Misericordia University offers a variety of summer sports camps led by experienced coaches and college athletes. With programs in soccer, basketball, volleyball, and more, campers will build skills, make friends, and have a blast on and off the field. Spots are filling quickly—sign up today and give your child a summer to remember! For more information and to register, visit https://www.misericordia.edu/summer-sports-camps/sports-camps.
SWB RailRiders, Christopher McDonald VIP Meet & Greet Announced Famed actor who portrayed Shooter McGavin in Happy Gilmore slated for June 14 appearance at PNC Field Christopher McDonald, iconically known for portraying Shooter McGavin in the 1996 comedy classic Happy Gilmore, is set for a VIP Meet & Greet prior to his appearance at PNC Field on Saturday, June 14, for Amazing Golf Ball Whacker Night. The acclaimed actor has over 200 film and television credits during his prolific career, including a recent run on the award-winning Max Original show Hacks. He is set to reprise his role as McGavin in the upcoming Happy Gilmore sequel, set for release in July. Amazing Golf Ball Whacker Night features a custom McDonald bobblehead with a bobble “Shootah” arm for the first 1,500 fans presented by PNC Bank. Gates open at 5 P.M. with a 6:35 first pitch against the Syracuse Mets. The VIP Meet & Greet includes a Geisinger Champions Club level ticket plus your chance to compare sleeve length with one of the greatest fictional golfers of all time. The VIP experience begins at 4:30 and also includes a guaranteed bobblehead giveaway. VIP tickets are available for $65 per person (plus fees) and availability is limited. McDonald will sign autographs on the concourse after the game begins. For tickets to Amazing Golf Ball Whacker Night or more information, please visit swbrailriders.com.
Celebrate Marywood Event Raises Nearly $400,000 Marywood University’s re-imagined flagship annual fundraising event, Celebrate Marywood, formerly known as the Community Leadership Celebration, took place on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The outdoor celebration, held in the picturesque Motherhouse and Seminary Morgan Memorial Garden, marked a significant milestone by raising nearly $400,000 to support vital campus improvements and enhance the student experience at Marywood University. Since its inception in 2014, the event has raised over $4.2 million, with the 2025 total setting a new benchmark for generosity and community engagement. Proceeds from this year’s event will directly fund projects that enrich and enhance the student experience at Marywood for years to come. This year, Marywood honored Richard and Erin Kane of Dalton with the Inspire Award for their outstanding contributions to the university and the broader region. Their leadership, including Mr. Kane’s past service as a trustee and board chair, along with the couple’s philanthropic commitment to Marywood, embodies the institution’s mission and core values. Additionally, their dedicated leadership and care have inspired Marywood students in their pursuit of education and service. “Together, Dick and Erin have made lasting contributions that are woven into the very fabric of our campus,” said Lisa A. Lori, J.D., President of Marywood University. “Their legacy is not only written in bricks and mortar, but in the lives of our students—students who have benefited from their generosity, their leadership, and their belief in the future of Marywood.” The celebration featured an array of food stations, live music by the band Old Friends, dancing, and a spectacular 3-D digital mapping show projected onto Marywood’s iconic Liberal Arts Center. The event provided a festive atmosphere where alumni, donors, faculty, staff, and friends of the university came together to celebrate Marywood’s growth, community spirit, and vision for the future. Marywood University extends its heartfelt gratitude to all who attended, sponsored, and supported Celebrate Marywood. Their contributions play a pivotal role in advancing the university’s mission and ensuring a bright future for its students. To learn more about Celebrate Marywood, go to marywood.edu/celebratemarywood or call (570) 348-6238. Images:Richard and Erin, Kane, Dalton, address attendees of the recent Celebrate Marywood event, expressing their gratitude as recipients of the Inspire Award for their leadership and service to Marywood University and to the community. A vibrant light display is projected onto the Liberal Arts Center at Marywood University. The 3-D Digital Mapping presentation culminated the Celebrate Marywood event, held outdoors at the Motherhouse and Seminary Morgan Memorial Garden in the center of campus.
The Greater Scranton YMCA Recognizes Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Did you know that studies have shown that physical activity and social connectedness reduce the risk of cognitive decline? At the Greater Scranton YMCA, we promote the importance of physical activity at any age! Just a little bit of activity can go a long way in helping improve brain health. Check out some of the great offerings at our Y below, which can be used a great start on anyone’s health and wellness journey: SILVER SNEAKERS & SENIOR YOGA Silver Sneakers focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities. Participants can use hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a Silver Sneakers ball. Often, a chair is used for seated exercises or standing support. Silver Sneakers is offered twice weekly. Senior Yoga is a specialized form of yoga perfect for older adults. This class is offered once a week at the Greater Scranton YMCA. SHALLOW & DEEP WATER EXERCISE Shallow Water Exercise class is a fun way to use the resistance of the water to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength and flexibility. Classes are a light to moderate aerobic workout. Deep Water Exercise class provides a great opportunity for people of all fitness abilities. This type of workout is non-weight bearing, which means it’s gentler on your body while remaining extremely beneficial to it. Shallow and Deep Water Exercise classes are offered weekly, as well as an Arthritis Water Exercise class. PICKLEBALL Pickleball is a fun and active way for adults to socialize. Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines elements of badminton, table tennis and tennis. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is necessary. Paddles and balls are provided. Those interested in playing can join during open play time, which is offered three days a week at various times. Registration is not required. ENHANCE®FITNESS Enhance®Fitness is a proven, community-based fitness and arthritis management program. Its purpose is to help older adults become more active, energized and empowered for independent living. The program is recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US Department of Health and Human Services, US Administration on Aging and the National Council on Aging. The Greater Scranton YMCA offers Enhance®Fitness sessions throughout the year. For more information, visit the Y online. PERSONAL TRAINING Training with our certified personal trainers is a great way to get in shape safely, efficiently and effectively. Personal trainers provide the motivation necessary for individuals to achieve their goals with regular fitness testing, personalized programming and accountability. In addition to classes and programs, beginning at 5:30 a.m., the Greater Scranton YMCA serves fresh coffee daily and invites members to connect and socialize in our welcoming teaching kitchen and café space. For more information about wellness programming at the Y, as well as class schedules, visit the Greater Scranton YMCA online at https://www.greaterscrantonymca.org/. For questions, please contact Brandon Whipple, Senior Program Director, at bwhipple@gsymca.org.
