Throughout the month, The Stegmaier is presenting unique events. From a tribute concert to St. Patrick’s day celebrations, The Stegmaier is keeping the weekends busy.

Saturday, March 7th: A New York State of Mind: Dinner & a Billy Joel Tribute featuring Wade Preston

Experience an unforgettable evening inspired by the music, flavor, and spirit of New York .

Join us for A New York State of Mind, a special dinner and live tribute to Billy Joel featuring Wade Preston, celebrated tribute artist and former Movin’ Out cast member. Known for his masterful keyboard skills and magnetic stage presence, Wade Preston captures the heart, energy, and storytelling of Billy Joel in a performance that has earned national acclaim.

Event Details

The Mary Stegmaier Mansion

Arrival & Drinks: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Dinner Service: 5:50 PM – 7:45 PM

Live Show: 7:45 PM – 10:00 PM

Cash Bar available all night

Coffee Station provided

Seating Information: To encourage a warm, social atmosphere, parties may be seated communally

Tickets: $99.00 + tax + 20% service charge | Available on thestegmaier.com/events

Come dine, sip, and sing along to the timeless music of Billy Joel—New York style.

Saturday, March 14th: Saint Patrick’s Day Afternoon Tea

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM

The Mary Stegmaier Mansion

Celebrate the spirit of the season with an elegant Saint Patrick’s Day Afternoon Tea inside the historic Mary Stegmaier Mansion. Savor refined teas and delicate bites in a setting steeped in Gilded Age charm — an afternoon of timeless tradition with a festive touch.

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed into our richly appointed dining rooms, where fine china and attentive service set the stage for an unforgettable experience.

Enjoy a curated selection of premium teas accompanied by a beautifully presented three-tiered service featuring seasonal savory bites, warm scones with traditional accompaniments, & hand-crafted pastries

Each element is thoughtfully prepared by our culinary team, honoring English tradition while adding modern artistry.

Tickets: $60 base price + $12 gratuity + tax | Available on thestegmaier.com/events

Seating is limited to preserve the intimacy of the experience.

Parties of 8 or more, please call (570) 235-6943 to reserve.

Friday, March 20th: The Stegmaier Reserve –– An Irish Whisky Dinner Experience

6:00-9:00 PM

Join us for The Stegmaier Reserve—An Irish Whisky Dinner Experience, an ode to St. Patrick’s Day and the Irish heritage of Mary Costello Stegmaier, thoughtfully woven into the historic setting of the Mary Stegmaier Mansion.

The evening begins at 6:00 PM, with a stirring Irish bagpipe and drummer performance by the Black Diamond Pipe Band at 6:30 PM, setting a ceremonial and celebratory tone.

Following the performance, guests will enjoy a four-course small plate dinner, carefully crafted to complement a curated selection of Irish whiskies. Hosted by Annie Llew, the evening blends storytelling, culinary artistry, and whiskey education into a refined yet welcoming experience.

Open seating encourages a communal and social atmosphere throughout the night.

Cash bar available.

$120 per person + 6% tax + 20% gratuity | Available on thestegmaier.com/events

Availability is limited, and advance purchase is required for this intimate celebration of Irish tradition, craftsmanship, and Stegmaier history.

We look forward to raising a glass with you — Sláinte!

Jeremy Gaskill is the new president of Geisinger Health Plan (GHP) and executive vice president of insurance operations for Geisinger, effective Feb. 23. He joins GHP after more than 2 decades at Humana, where he most recently served as the national insurance carrier’s central region president for Medicare, overseeing a 9-state region based in Kansas City, Kan.

“Throughout his career, Jeremy has demonstrated the ability to turn around challenged markets, lead large‑scale organizational transformation and deliver sustained performance,” said Terry Gilliland, M.D., Geisinger’s president and chief executive officer. “His experience, leadership, strategic vision and commitment to advancing high‑quality care will be tremendous assets as we continue building a strong, sustainable future for GHP. I look forward to the leadership and energy he’ll bring to our organization.” 

Gaskill’s Humana experience included overseeing the growth of the organization’s network of providers and managing commercial and government business lines, including Medicare and Medicaid, for various regions. 

“This is a transformational time for healthcare in this country, particularly for payers as we prepare for major impacts from the pending changes to government-funded programs,” said Gaskill. “I believe GHP is poised to build on its legacy of providing comprehensive health insurance coverage for Pennsylvanians by offering innovative approaches for its members in the years to come. I’m thrilled to join the team in leading those efforts.”  

Gaskill takes over the position of GHP president from Karen Murphy, who stepped into the job last March after having served in a variety of other leadership roles at Geisinger for several years. 

“I want to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to Karen for her leadership in stabilizing GHP and reducing operating losses over the past year,” added Dr. Gilliland. “Jeremy and Karen will work closely together to ensure a seamless leadership transition for the health plan.”

The Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic continues its 2025-2026 season this March with concerts that herald St. Patrick’s Day, highlight the festive energy of cherished folk traditions, and explore bold reinventions of classical repertoire.

On Thursday, March 12 at 7:00 PM, the Philharmonic presents Celtic & Bluegrass Sky at the Wyoming Seminary Kirby Center for the Creative Arts in Kingston. Timed perfectly for St. Patrick’s Day, this lively program features dueling fiddlers Caitlin Warbelow (Come From Away) and Kitty Amaral on a spirited blend of Irish & American traditions.

The evening’s repertoire includes the sweeping Far and Away Suite by John Williams, the bluegrass-inspired violin concerto Sky by Michael Torke, The Magic Harp by Irish composer Ina Boyle, The Devil Went Down to Georgia featuring singers from Marywood University, and an array of energetic Celtic tunes. The concert is presented by Linda Casey and Richard Williams and the Constellation Fund of the Luzerne Foundation, as part of the Thalenfeld Symphony Series.

Concert admission to “Celtic & Bluegrass Sky” includes a Post-Concert Afterparty in the lobby featuring Celtic and bluegrass music by The Fiddle Tamers, with food and beverage offerings for purchase by Friedman Hospitality. Wine and beer will be available, along with specialty themed cocktails and small bites, creating a festive and immersive evening beyond the concert hall.

Following up on November’s sold-out Courthouse concert of (Candle)LIT Brass, the Philharmonic returns to the rotunda of the Luzerne County Courthouse in Wilkes-Barre to present Debussy & Frenemies on Thursday, March 26 at 7:00 PM.

This intimate concert features husband-and-wife flute and marimba duo Greg and Pat Zuber, whose inventive arrangements challenge classical conventions and reimagine French repertoire through this unexpected instrumental pairing. The program explores works by French composers including Claude Debussy, Olivier Messiaen, and Erik Satie, offering audiences a fresh perspective on familiar and lesser-known works alike.

For tickets to these and more performances, visit NEPAPHIL.org, or call the Philharmonic Box Office at (570) 270-4444.

A group of physicians who share a passion for both medical education and rock music will take the stage for a one-of-a-kind community concert, “Louder Than Cancer!,” on Friday, March 27, at the Theater at North in Scranton. Doors open at 5 p.m. and is part of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, aiming to raise awareness about the importance of preventive screenings.

The educational event will feature Rocdoc and the Healers, a rock band made up of medical professionals and musicians who use music as a platform to spark conversations about health. In addition to live music, the evening will include educational information tables highlighting the importance of colorectal cancer screenings and connecting attendees with regional providers of whole-person primary health services.

The idea for “Louder Than Cancer!” was conceptualized by Dr. Vikas Khurana, program director of The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s Gastroenterology Fellowship Program.

More than 20 years ago, Dr. Khurana along with Dr. Steve Eskin, now the lead singer of the rock band and a fellow gastroenterologist, dreamed of combining their passions for medicine with music. That vision is finally coming to fruition, grounded in a simple but powerful belief: music can make a deeper, more lasting impact than wordy teaching alone.

“Music has a way of breaking down barriers. If we can get people in the door for a great rock show and leave them feeling empowered to take charge of their colon health, then we’ve done something truly meaningful,” Dr. Eskin said.

The Wright Centers for Community Health and Graduate Medical Education are the platinum sponsor of the event, reinforcing their shared commitment to prevention, education, and community well-being.

“Colon cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers when it’s caught early, yet too many people delay or avoid screening,” Dr. Eskin said.

Dr. Eskin will be joined on stage by Dr. Reese Hofstrand, a fellow physician in The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s Gastroenterology Fellowship Program, along with brothers Juan and Jose Giron, rounding out the band’s high-energy lineup.

The educational program and concert are being organized by Dr. Peter Iskander, also a fellow physician in The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s Gastroenterology Fellowship Program, who is leading efforts to blend entertainment with evidence-based health education.

Tickets for “Louder Than Cancer!” are free and available through Eventbrite. While there is no cost to attend, audience members are asked to complete a brief educational survey about colon health as part of the program’s awareness initiative. Concertgoers will also have the opportunity to make a voluntary financial donation, with all proceeds from sponsorships and donations benefitting the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute.

“This is about meeting people where they are in our communities,” Dr. Eskin added. “We want the message to be clear: screening saves lives, and taking that first step doesn’t have to be intimidating.” 

Visit bit.ly/4cbJMQ2 to donate and reserve your free tickets for “Louder Than Cancer!” on Eventbrite.