NEPA Philharmonic to Play at 12th Annual Yoga on the Roof On Friday, July 4th, at 9am, Hilary Steinberg with Jaya Yoga in Clarks Summit, and the Marketplace at Steamtown will present the 12th annual Yoga on the Roof, which includes one hour of yoga accompanied by live music played by musicians of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic. The yoga practice will be followed by breakfast treats compliments of Maximum Zen. This event is a favorite way to launch Independence Day celebrations, and benefits the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic’s educational and outreach programs. A five-minute meditation led by Lisa Rigau will open the event. Leading the yoga practice will be Jaya Yoga’s owner, Hilary Steinberg and instructor Lily Mackarey. Featured musicians will be Leah Valenches, Peter Brubaker, and Gabriel Schaff. Yoga on the Roof is a unique event in Northeastern Pennsylvania, taking place on the morning of the holiday, overlooking historic downtown Scranton. Participants are invited to pre-register at www.nepaphil.org/tickets until Wednesday, July 2nd, although, walk-ins are also welcome. The recommended arrival time for all attendees is by 8:45am on Thursday, July 4th, rain or shine. A donation of $20 is requested. The Philharmonic projects that benefit from Yoga on the Roof are Music in our Schools, Music in our Senior Centers, Young People’s Concerts, Once Upon an Orchestra (a library initiative for tots), and a juried mentoring program for talented high school music students. Pre-registration is also available by calling the Philharmonic office at (570) 270-4444. For additional information about Yoga on the Roof, please contact hilary@jayayogastudio.com. The Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic is a fully professional symphonic orchestra performing regularly in Lackawanna and Luzerne counties, with upcoming expansions into Wayne County. Music Director is Maestra Mélisse Brunet. For additional information about the Philharmonic, sponsorship opportunities, and concerts, please call (570) 270-4444.
Geisinger’s 2025 Cooking Classes -Registration Now Open Geisinger is offering free in-person and virtual cooking classes to community members this summer.Registration is now open for the 2025 culinary medicine classes, which combine the art and skill of cooking with the science of nutrition. The classes offer an evidence-based approach to health that incorporates food and cooking with nutrition education.The classes are led by a registered dietitian nutritionist and cover topics including healthy meals, portion sizes, label reading, snacking, eating behaviors, kitchen safety and good shopping habits.The classes are free and can be taken in person at Geisinger’s teaching kitchen in Selinsgrove or virtually online. Register by visiting geisinger.org/cooking. Email culinarymedicine@geisinger.edu if you have questions.
Northeast Title & Tag is Holding The Peeling Plate Rally The Peeling Plate Rally is back—this time at our Keyser Ave office with Senator Marty Flynn! Northeast Title & Tag is teaming up with Senator Marty Flynn and the Pennsylvania State Police for another awesome Peeling Plate Rally at our office in Scranton. If your license plate is peeling, faded, or hard to read—this event is for you. Get your plate inspected by an on-site State TrooperComplete all required forms with our helpReceive a brand-new replacement plate on the spotAbsolutely no fees—everything is free Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PMLocation: 1726 N Keyser Ave, Scranton, PA 18508 What to bring: – A copy of your valid registration – Your driver’s license or photo ID – Co-owners must be present if more than one name is on the title – Company vehicles require an authorization letter and ID We’ll handle the paperwork and get you back on the road with a clean, legible plate—all without the hassle of mailing forms to PennDOT. For more details, visit netitle.org/eventsor contact us! – help@netitle.org – (570) 895-1000
Everything Natural Celebrates 40 Years of Health and Wellness On Saturday, June 21st from 11AM – 3PM, Everything Natural will celebrate its 40th year of being in business with an in-store party featuring local vendors, live music, raffle giveaways, and sales across the entire store. Founded in June of 1985, this family-owned health food store has been a staple in the Clarks Summit community for four full decades. ‘We have a very rich history in the community, and we want to honor that history with a huge party,’’ said owner, Guy Fasciana. ‘This is a big deal.’ The 40th Anniversary party will feature various local vendors, including Good Juju Kombucha, High Vibe Kitchen food truck and Green Ridge Om and Wellness, as well as other store favorite products, Orka Bars Ice Cream and Z Plant Magic Mushroom Coffee. Local musician Jeremy Burke will be supplying the tunes, and Fasciana says that the sales will be quite extensive. ‘You can expect to see everything we sell in the entire store to be on sale for the party. We also will be unveiling Everything Natural merchandise, including T shirts and hats which we are really excited about.’ Mr. Fasciana owns and operates with the business with his wife, Gabby, and they reside in Clarks Summit with their two children.
Penn State Scranton Holds Information Session: Sustainability Coordinator Certificate Did you know that the Securities and Exchange Commission have adopted new rules for publicly traded companies to disclose climate-related information in annual reports? Did you know that businesses that invest in sustainability outperform their peers? The sustainability coordinator’s primary responsibilities include identifying gaps or inefficiencies in a company, developing projects to create more sustainable processes/environments, and implementing the plans created to help their company’s positive impact grow. This role requires honed critical thinking- and communication skills, as well as the ability to oversee multiple projects at once. In order for businesses in all industries to be successful today, they will need Sustainability Coordinators to help assess, recommend, and implement plans to ensure the processes and policies are efficient and responsible for the three pillars of the triple bottom line: People, Prosperity, and Planet! The online, non-credit Sustainability Certificate at Penn State helps business professionals turn rigorous knowledge into meaningful action. An Information session on our Sustainability Coordinator Certificate will be held August 8th from Noon to 1 pm. Those attending will be provided a discount when they register. For more details visit: https://scranton.psu.edu/business-development-community-outreach/options/certificate-programs/sustainability or email scrantonoutreach@psu.edu
Comcast to Host NASCAR Xfinity Series Meet & Greet Event Name: NASCAR Xfinity Series Meet & Greet Date: Friday, June 20 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: 1128 Commerce Blvd, Scranton, PA 18519 Special Guests: Josh Williams and Harrison Burton – current Xfinity Series drivers Extras: Swag bags (while supplies last) Food truck on-site: Grilled Cheese Café This is a great opportunity for local fans to meet professional drivers, enjoy some great food, and gear up for race weekend!
The Wright Center and WVIA-TV Seeking Audience Members for Panel Discussion The Wright Centers for Community Health and Graduate Medical Education and WVIA-TV 44 are collaborating on the panel discussion, “Conversations for the Common Good: Shaping Tomorrow’s Health Workforce,” on Tuesday, June 17, beginning at 6:15 p.m. at Scranton Preparatory High School’s Bellarmine Theater. The free program is open to the public. The program is being recorded and will be aired live on WVIA-TV 44 in June and July. The show explores how education programs and partnerships are transforming the future of health care by training the next generation of health care professionals. Panelists include Dr. Linda Thomas-Hemak, president and CEO of The Wright Centers for Community Health and Graduate Medical Education; Dr. Katie Pittelli, president and CEO of Johnson College; Jill Avery-Stoss, president of The Institute; and Pennsylvania State Representative Bridget M. Kosierowski. Tracey Matisak of WVIA will moderate the panel discussion. The show will air on WVIA-TV 44 on June 26, 9 p.m.; June 27, 2 p.m.; June 29, 1 p.m.; July 10, 7 p.m.; July 11, 4 p.m.; and July 13, noon. To participate in the live recording, you must register for free tickets in advance. Go here for more information or to reserve your ticket.
