Hilton Scranton to Host ‘Dinner & Dueling Pianos’ Join us for an unforgettable night of music, food, drinks and fun at the Hilton Scranton! Experience the high-energy, interactive entertainment of The Philly Keys. Enjoy a delicious three course dinner as our talented pianists take the stage, belting out your favorite songs and taking your requests all night long. Sing, laugh, and clap along to this crowd-fueled musical showdown. Seating is limited—reserve your spot today!Please note, doors will open 6:00PM, dinner begins 6:30PM, show starts 8:00PM. All tickets will come included with a salad, duo entree plate, and dessert. A cash bar will be available throughout the event. Get Tickets
Fidelity Bank & Peoples Security Bank: Water Balloon Battle Benefit Fidelity Bank and Peoples Security Bank Face Off for a Good Cause On Thursday, July 24 at 5:30 PM, a friendly rivalry takes center stage as Fidelity Bank and Peoples Security Bank & Trust gear up for the Third Annual Bankers’ Water Balloon Battle on the 100 block of W. Drinker Street in Dunmore. With both banks located directly across the street from each other, the Dunmore Police Department will temporarily close the block to allow employees from each institution to take part in a lighthearted water balloon battle—all in the name of community. The event is more than just fun. Proceeds raised by participating employees will benefit Bread Basket of NEPA, supporting their efforts to combat food insecurity in Lackawanna County. Highlights include: Employees from both banks wearing custom t-shirts. Hundreds (dare we say thousands) of water balloons launched across Drinker St. Community engagement and friendly competition for a local cause. The event demonstrates both organizations’ commitment to giving back to the communities they serve—one water balloon at a time. WHEN: Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 5:30 PMWHERE: 100 block of W. Drinker Street, Dunmore, PAWHY: To support Bread Basket of NEPA and raise awareness for food insecurity in our region Media coverage is welcome. Interviews and photo opportunities will be available on-site.
The Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children to Hold Golf Tournament Stone Hedge Golf Course The Endless Mountains surround Stone Hedge Golf Course in Factoryville, providing a scenic landscape of lush, rolling hills and grassy meadows covered with mature trees. Stone Hedge Golf Course is an 18 hole course whose layout offers a variety of fairways that range from generous and wide-open to narrow and tree-lined. The true, fast greens offer a challenging but fair test. Each hole has a unique character, offering different challenges that include strategically placed bunkers and tricky doglegs. There is also ample water coming into play throughout the golf course. The course starts in a valley surrounded by hills but moves into the woodlands on the back nine. The first nine holes are more forgiving than the latter half of the course. The excellent service and well-designed layout have earned Stone Hedge G.C. the reputation of being one of the best golf courses in the Northeast. The proceeds from the tournament will directly support the academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs offered to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students at The Scranton School. This learning space will allow the students at The Scranton School to expand their learning space to include the natural outdoor environment situated on our campus near Clarks Summit, PA.
Scranton Tomorrow: Restaurant Week in Downtown Scranton Participating restaurants will feature 3-course, prix fixe (fixed price) menus with a summer theme! July 19-26 throughout downtown Scranton. Participating Restaurants Click the links to your favorite restaurants below for menus & specials, and be sure to follow Scranton Tomorrow on social media for updates! 16th Ward 306 Penn Avenue A’tera 519 519 Linden Street AV Restaurant 320 Penn Avenue Backyard Ale House 523 Linden Street Bartari 101 Adams Avenue Catch 21 Seafood & Steak 301 N. Washington Avenue Noir Dark Spirits 222 Wyoming Avenue Picciocchi’s Pasta 114 Wyoming Avenue Pilgers’ Pastries 350 Adams Avenue Sambuca Italian Grille & Bar 234 Penn Avenue Tequila Mexican Grill & Bar 414 Biden Street
Misericordia University to Host Workplace Team Building Event Build Stronger Teams by Knowing Yourself Great teams start with self-awareness. This one-day, in-person course helps leaders and team members identify their strengths and explore how to build a more collaborative and effective work environment. In Person | Misericordia University Friday, October 3, 2025Sign up here
Hospice of the Sacred Heart Hosts Camp Healing Hearts Industry expert available to discuss grief education WHAT: Hospice of the Sacred Heart hosts Camp Healing Hearts This event is a five-day camp experience to provide grief education to children ages 6 to 14 who have experienced the death of a loved one. Camp is designed to provide campers exposure to the arts, giving them the opportunity to develop healthy ways to express themselves and process their emotions. Trained bereavement counselors and members of the regional arts community work together to assist the campers in finding comfortable outlets to share their grief. Jennifer Seechock, Hospice of the Sacred Heart Director of Counseling Services, will be available throughout the week for media interviews. The five-day camp is free and is made up of instructional sessions in various art platforms. This year’s theme is “Wicked” based on the Broadway play and hit movie. Bereavement counselors will be available throughout the week if any campers or family members require individual support. Community volunteers lend their time to campers with artistic projects in painting, writing, photography, yoga, dance, singing and cooking/baking. All sessions will be held in person at the lodge at Montage Mountain Resort. At the conclusion of camp activities, campers and their families will enjoy a day at the waterpark on Friday, August 8th. Media representatives are encouraged to attend any session Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, 9 AM to 12 PM. A video retrospective of Camp Healing Hearts will be presented before the feature film at the Circle Drive-In, 1911 Scranton Carbondale Highway, Dickson City, on Wednesday, August 20th. WHEN: Monday through Friday, August 4 through 8, 9:00 – 1:00 PM BEST DAYS FOR MEDIA COVERAGE ARE WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY OR FRIDAY, AUGUST 6 THROUGH 8, 9 AM TO 12 PM. Jennifer Seechock, Hospice of the Sacred Heart Director of Counseling Services, will be available during those times for media interviews. WHERE: Montage Mountain Resort lodge, 1000 Montage Mountain, Scranton, PA 18507 CONTACT: Jennifer Seechock Hospice of the Sacred Heart (570) 855-4370 jseechock@HospiceSacredHeart.org Camp Healing Hearts is sponsored by New York Life, Lackawanna County, Montage Mountain Resort, Simrell Media, Lamar Advertising, Circle Drive-In and Mansour’s Market Café.
Greater Scranton YMCA to Host Summer Clothing Drive WHAT: The Greater Scranton YMCA is hosting a clothing drive for individuals and families in need. This initiative highlights the seasonal needs of underserved individuals and families and offers an opportunity for community members to make a meaningful impact. Donations of new and gently used clothing for men, women, children, and infants will be accepted and made available to those in need. WHEN: Clothing Donation Drop-Off Dates: Monday, July 21st through Friday, July 25th Clothing Drive Dates: Monday, July 28th through Friday, August 1st WHERE: GREATER SCRANTON YMCA 706 North Blakely Street Dunmore, PA 18512 QUESTIONS: For questions, contact Tressa Capoccia, Senior Director of Education, at tcapoccia@gsymca.org.
Grey Towers Holds Special Exhibit for Limited Time Grey Towers Heritage Association cordially invites the public to a limited-time special exhibit, “If Only Lace Could Speak: The Legacy of Mary Eno Pinchot (1838-1914)”. The exhibit highlights the rich history of handmade lace production and collection. The lace revival of the Victorian Era led to the formation of lace and textile collections in museums across the country and allowed the history of this art to still be accessible today. Come discover the dedicated efforts of Mary Pinchot and today’s artisans in the preservation and continuation this art. Mary Eno Pinchot, whose summer home was Grey Towers, was an avid supporter of the arts and regarded lace as one of society’s greatest accomplishments. Her appreciation of lace began during her childhood, when she studied the history of lacemaking. Her interest in this craft eventually led to her establishing a lace collection for the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. in 1908. A special thanks to The Lost Art Lacers of North Jersey. They assisted in artifact identification, demonstrated their craft for the exhibit’s film, and have been demonstrating the art of lacemaking at Grey Towers since the 1980s. The Lost Art Lacers of North Jersey will be at Grey Towers NHS on August 10, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. showcasing their talents with live demonstrations of lacemaking. The exhibit is available to view during self-guided ticketed museum tours on Fridays through Mondays at 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. now through November 2, 2025. For more information, visit fs.usda.gov/greytowers or www.facebook.com/GreyTowersNHS Grey Towers, originally built in 1886 as the summer estate of James and Mary Pinchot, is a national historic site managed by the U.S. Forest Service. The estate serves as a hub for conservation education and public engagement, reflecting the Pinchot family’s enduring environmental and community legacy. Grey Towers Heritage Association (GTHA) supports the efforts of the U.S. Forest Service to preserve and maintain the estate’s historic integrity, continue the tradition of Pinchot hospitality and strengthen Grey Towers’ connection to our communities.
Johnson College to Host Financial Aid Information Sessions Johnson College will host two Financial Aid Information Sessions to assist current and prospective students in understanding and applying for financial aid, including the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), FSA ID setup, alternative loans, and scholarship opportunities. Attendees will have the opportunity to access on-site computers to begin or complete their financial aid applications with guidance from Johnson College staff. The first session will take place on Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the college’s Hazleton location, inside the CAN DO Training Center, 370 Maplewood Drive, Hazle Township. The second session is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. in Ideal Saldi Hall on the Scranton campus located at 3427 North Main Ave. Participants are strongly encouraged to create their FSA ID in advance of the event, as processing can take three to five business days. For more information, visit johnson.edu or contact the Financial Aid team at 570-702-8855 orfinancialaid@johnson.edu.
