The Circle Drive-In is back for the season CIRCLE FLEA FAIR IS NOW OPEN EVERY SUNDAY FROM 6AM – 2PM Shoppers & Vendors, NEPA’s Largest Flea Fair is NOW OPEN for the season, every Sunday until November! New vendors are welcome weekly; only food & beverage vendors need to apply this season. Shoppers, just $1.00 per vehicle to get in & explore! Visit circledrive-in.com/fleafair for more information! UPCOMING EVENTS AT CIRCLE DRIVE-IN Friday, May 8th, into Saturday, May 9th NEPA Horror presents “Graveyard Shift Cinema” Gates Open: 6pm | Films start at dusk Tickets are required for this event. Saturday, May 16th Lackawanna County SWAT Team Designer Purse Bingo Gates Open: 10am | Event: 12pm – 4pm Tickets are required for this event. Saturday, May 23rd Pharoahs Car Club of Scranton Cars & Coffee Monthly Meet Up 9am – 12pm All are welcome, free event Thursday, May 28th Lackawanna County Film & Multimedia Commission Networking Event: Film Forward Gates/Event: 5pm All are welcome, free event Saturday, May 30th Andrew Mazza Diesel Jam ’26 Gates/Event: 2pm (Vehicle registration open time TBD) Trucks/Vehicles must register (entry fee). Free event for all spectators!
Fidelity Bank offers Assistance Loans for TSA and Federal Employees Fidelity Bank recognizes that recent federal funding disruptions may be creating financial uncertainty for federal employees, including Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employees, and their families. As a trusted community bank, Fidelity Bank is offering an assistance loan program designed to help eligible federal employees navigate financial challenges during this time. Fidelity Bank is committed to supporting those who serve our communities and country. This assistance loan program is intended to provide temporary financial relief and flexibility for federal employees impacted by a partial government shutdown or government funding disruption. Through local decision-making and personalized client support, Fidelity Bank is here to help during uncertain times. Fidelity Bank’s TSA and Federal Employee Assistance Loan Program is available to eligible federal employees experiencing financial hardship related to a funding disruption. The program offers access to personal loan assistance with payment flexibility, no fees, and no early payoff penalties. Each request is reviewed individually, allowing Fidelity Bank bankers to work directly with clients to identify appropriate options based on their needs. Federal employees seeking more information about Fidelity Bank’s assistance loan program are encouraged to visit www.bankatfidelity.com/assistanceloansfederalemployees, call 1-800-388-4380, or contact their local Fidelity Bank branch. Bankers are available to provide guidance and discuss available support options. Federal employees experiencing difficulty with existing loans due to a partial government shutdown are also encouraged to contact a Fidelity Banker for additional assistance.
Grey Towers will host free community art event The Grey Towers Heritage Association is hosting “Art at the Towers: An Open-Air Art Show and Fair” on Saturday, April 25th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (rain date: April 26th) on the beautiful grounds of Grey Towers in Milford, PA. This plein air art event celebrates both local creativity and the rich artistic heritage of the Pinchot family, who were not only leaders in conservation but also strong supporters of the arts. Artists will be working on-site throughout the day, giving visitors a unique opportunity to observe the creative process, engage with artists, and purchase original works. The event will feature a diverse group of regional artists and is open to the public at no cost—continuing the Pinchot tradition of making art and culture accessible to all. For more information visit www.greytowers.org/events or call 570-491-7306.
The Art Haus launches loyalty program The Scranton Art Haus is celebrating its two-year anniversary this April. The theater is presenting the Haus Cinema Club Loyalty Program with a special anniversary discount. Until the end of April, join for $5. Starting in May, the program will cost $8 and will renew monthly, The program’s perks include 10% of tickets, reduced online fees, and a new reward points system. For every dollar spent, earn one point. After earning 200 points a free movie ticket can be redeemed. Club members receive access to alerts for special deals on movies, merchandise, food, and events. Sign up in person at The Scranton Art Haus.
Play pickleball, support pediatric cancer patients Join Geisinger School of Medicine students Sunday, April 19, at the Birchwood Racquet Club in South Abington Township for the ThinkBIG Pickleball Tournament. ThinkBIG supports families of pediatric cancer patients in central and northeastern Pennsylvania. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. Play starts at 1 p.m. Divisions include intermediate and advanced men’s, women’s and mixed doubles. Doubles divisions are limited to 10 teams and mixed doubles to 20 teams. Entry is $70 per team for the first event and $40 per team for a second event. The registration deadline is April 12. To sign up, call 570‑586‑4030. Don’t miss your chance to play BIG!
Gear up for Summer at Misericordia Make this summer unforgettable at Misericordia University’s Summer Camps, where students can explore new interests, build skills, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a vibrant campus setting. Career Exploration Camps will be held June 28–30 and July 1, 2026, offering opportunities in areas such as academics, athletics, and the arts while helping students discover potential future paths. Participants will engage in interactive activities, learn from experienced instructors, connect with peers, and experience life on a college campus in a fun and supportive environment. To learn more and register, visit:https://www.misericordia.edu/campus-community/university-camps/career-exploration-camps Located on the beautiful campus of Misericordia University in Dallas, PA, the PA Jazz Institute will take place July 27–31, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a final concert on Friday, July 31 at 3:00 PM. For more than 30 years, students, educators, and music enthusiasts have learned from world-class instructors and performers while developing skills in improvisation, music theory, history, and more. The experience culminates in exciting performance opportunities, including connections to the Scranton Jazz Festival, making it a truly unforgettable musical experience. For more information and to register, visit:pajazzinstitute.com
Find a Relaxing Mother’s Day Gift Quality of Life Message Therapy, LLC is offering a Mother’s Day treat, the Relax and Renew package. The package costs $100 and includes either a Swedish or therapeutic massage, a foot scrub, and a four ounce jar of homemade scrub. Cash and Venmo are accepted. Vouchers will be mailed or can be picked up in store. Quality of Life Message Therapy is located at 41 N. Scott St. Carbondale. Call or text Sherri-Petrowski McDade at (570) 766-8249 or email QualityOfLifeLMT@yahoo.com to purchase a voucher.
Urban Co-works Will Host Free Co-working Discover the benefits of working in a distraction free environment at Urban Co-Works on First Friday for a FREE day of coworking! Friday, April 3 from 9am to 5 pm. Welcome to First Friday Free Co-Working! Come to URBAN CO-WORKS for a day of productivity. This event is the perfect opportunity to get your work done in a vibrant co-working space and network with fellow professionals. Whether you’re a freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker, this event is open to all. Don’t miss out on this chance to experience the benefits of co-working for free! This celebrates the first Friday of the month. Reserve a spot on Eventbrite.
Attend the 4th Annual Night of Storytelling in April Join ASEC on April 22nd in the Nazareth Student Center at Marywood University to enjoy a relaxed evening of stories from Africa!Guests will gather in front of the Fireplace Lounge where featured Storytellers will share their inspiring personal accounts. Come to learn about the work Catholic Sisters are doing in eleven countries and network with new community members. Community support helps Catholic Sisters to continue to lead their communities. Enjoy complimentary coffee and dessert. Open to the public – All are welcome! This community event is free to attend.
Geisinger College to host “George Gershwin: Music and Healing” Geisinger College of Health Sciences and the University of Scranton Schemel Forum will present “George Gershwin: Music and Healing,” a unique concert-lecture exploring the life, music and creative mind of the legendary composer. The event will take place Thursday, April 9, at 6 p.m. at Geisinger College of Health Sciences, 525 Pine St., Scranton. Richard Kogan, MD, professor of psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College and artistic director of the Weill Cornell Music and Medicine Program, headlines the evening. Dr. Kogan is internationally recognized for combining live piano performance with insights from psychiatry to explore the creative lives of great composers. Blending music, medicine and history, the program explores how Gershwin transformed everyday sounds into timeless music and examines his creative process, offering audiences a deeper understanding of the relationship between creativity, the human mind and the healing power of music. Admission is $40. To register or learn more, contact the Schemel Forum at 570-941-4740 or schemelforum@scranton.edu. This presentation is part of the Schemel Forum’s Collaborative Programs series, which partners with regional organizations to bring engaging cultural and educational experiences to the community.