Lackawanna College’s Spring Pop-up is Back Lackawanna College is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of its magical Spring pop-up dining experience, Wisteria, set to open in April 2025. This one-of-a-kind event transports guests to a whimsical, enchanting garden where they will be immersed in an atmosphere filled with celestial floating lights, a mystical wishing tree, and an unforgettable array of delicious food, beverages, and desserts.Guests will be able to experience the wonders of Wisteria on the following dates: April 9, 10, 16, 23, 24, and 30 May 1, 7, 8, and 14 Doors open at 5:00 PM, and the magic will continue until 10:00 PM each evening. What makes Wisteria truly special is its role as a live classroom, where students from Lackawanna College’s School of Hospitality and Marywood University’s School of Architecture collaborate to bring this magical experience to life. As a result, the pop-up not only delights visitors but also provides invaluable hands-on learning opportunities for students. “We’re incredibly proud of how our pop-up events, including Wisteria, have drawn thousands of visitors to Scranton and helped boost the local economy,” said Stephanie Decker, AVP of Advancement at Lackawanna College. “This initiative is an incredible way to showcase the talent of our students while supporting important programs on campus.”The funds raised from Wisteria directly support key initiatives at Lackawanna College, including: Providing loaner laptops to students in need to ensure they have the tools to succeed academically. Addressing food insecurity through the College’s on-campus food program, The Common Kitchen. Supporting leadership development by offering $3,000/semester scholarships to third and fourth-year students in leadership roles. Providing scholarships to students facing financial barriers to further their education. Lackawanna College is now seeking sponsors for the 2025 Wisteria season. Sponsors will play a vital role in supporting the College’s initiatives and the future workforce. A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available, with benefits including exclusive event access, promotional visibility, and recognition on the College’s website and social media channels. For more information about sponsorship opportunities or to become a sponsor, please review the enclosed sponsorship materials or contact Stephanie Decker at (570) 241-6975 or deckers@lackawanna.edu.“Your support of Wisteria will have a lasting impact on our students and the greater Scranton community,” added Decker. “Together, we can continue to make a difference!” Sponsorship Opportunities: Granting Wishes Sponsor – $5,000 – Includes invitations to the opening night, complimentary drink passes, and extensive brand exposure. Magic Maker Sponsor – $2,500 – Includes invitations to the opening night, drink tokens, and brand recognition. Light Up a Life Sponsor – $1,500 – Includes invitations, company logo on menus, and event signage Workforce Sponsor – $500 – Includes website and social media recognition. Innovation Sponsor – $250 – Includes social media recognition. For more information, contact: Stephanie Decker AVP of Advancement, Lackawanna College Phone: (570) 241-6975 Email: deckers@lackawanna.edu
UNC Announces Third Annual Designer Purse Bingo Don’t miss out on the best bingo event of the year! United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania (UNC) is thrilled to announce its 3rd Annual Designer Purse Bingo, presented by Grimm Construction, on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Holy Cross High School in Dunmore. The doors open at 5:30 PM, and bingo starts at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. This unforgettable night of fun, prizes, and community support will feature 20 bingo games, including 3 special bingo games, offering guests a chance to win amazing designer purses from Kate Spade, Coach, Tory Burch, and more. Additional purchases can be made for raffles, a 50/50 drawing, a gift card pull, and delicious refreshments throughout the evening. This 21+ BYO-B event invites guests to bring their favorite food and drink to enjoy a lively atmosphere with friends, family, and fellow bingo enthusiasts. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit UNC’s vital programs and services. Visit uncnepa.org/bingo to register. Be part of this exciting evening and support UNC’s mission to enhance the lives of those in need across Northeastern Pennsylvania!
Geisinger to Host Free Community Shred Events Across Pennsylvania In observance of Earth Day, Geisinger will host free community shred events across northeastern and central Pennsylvania throughout the month of April. Employees and members of the public are invited to bring any personal or professional confidential documents — such as bank statements, credit card bills and tax forms — to be securely shredded on-site and recycled. Each person is limited to three boxes. Do not use bins for non-paper waste or garbage. For more information, call 570-271-6030. Community shred events: Monday, April 7 – Geisinger Mt. Pleasant, 531 Mt. Pleasant Drive, Scranton, 7 – 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 8 – Geisinger Healthplex State College, 132 Abigail Lane, Port Matilda, 7 – 11 a.m. Friday, April 11 – Geisinger Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, 1175 East Mountain Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 7 – 11 a.m. Monday, April 14 – Geisinger Hughes Center, 9 Stearns Lane, Danville, 7 – 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 15 – Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital, 1020 Thompson St., Jersey Shore, 7 – 11 a.m. Thursday, April 17 – Geisinger Lewistown Hospital, 400 Highland Ave., Lewistown, 7 – 11 a.m. Friday, April 18 – Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, 4200 Hospital Road, Coal Township, 7 – 11 a.m. Monday, April 21 – Geisinger Medical Center Muncy, 255 Route 220, Muncy, 7 – 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 22 – Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital, 549 Fair St., Bloomsburg, 7 – 11 a.m. Friday, April 25 – Geisinger Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, 1175 East Mountain Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, Noon – 4 p.m. Monday, April 28 – Geisinger Hughes Center, 9 Stearns Lane, Danville, Noon – 4 p.m.
The University of Scranton to Host Graduate Open House Those considering graduate school and current undergraduate students can learn about the career advancement opportunities offered through The University of Scranton’s 40-plus advanced-degree programs at its Graduate Open House on Wednesday, Apr. 9. Participants will meet with Scranton alumni, faculty, admissions representatives and current graduate students and learn about flexible on-campus and online program formats offered by the nationally-recognized, Jesuit university. Scranton provides the highest-quality graduate education, with programs meeting the most rigorous state or national accreditations available within their professional fields. Graduate programs include physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, health care management, clinical rehabilitation counseling, business analytics and MBAs in several concentrations and other business disciplines. In recent years, Scranton has added graduate programs in high in-demand fields, such as an online master’s degree program in cybercrime investigation and cybersecurity, and a synchronous remote master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Scranton also offers a synchronous and asynchronous graduate program in psychiatric mental health nursing. Scranton’s graduate programs are offered in formats that include on-campus and online options. Video Tease: Achieve more with a graduate degree from The University of Scranton. Learn more at Scranton’s Graduate Open House. The Graduate Open House begins on Apr. 9 with registration at 5:30 p.m. on the fourth floor of the DeNaples Center, followed by an alumni panel presentation at 6 p.m. Program-specific information sessions will run from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. Optional campus tours are available from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The event is offered free of charge. For more information or to make reservations, visit the Graduate Open House webpage or email gradadmissions@scranton.edu.
The University of Scranton’s Schemel Forum Features Literature, Culture, Music, and Wine The University of Scranton’s Schemel Forum will offer Collaborate Programs featuring fascinating topics in the areas of literature, culture, music and wine education during the spring semester. This spring, The University of Scranton’s Schemel Forum will offer Collaborate Programs featuring fascinating topics in the areas of literature, culture, music and wine education. Presenters include, from left: Richard Kogan, M.D., professor of psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College and artistic director of Weill Cornell Music and Medicine; wine writer David Falchek; George J. Aulisio, Ph.D., dean and professor, Weinberg Memorial Library; Virgina Picchietti, Ph.D., professor of Italian at Scranton; and Hank Willenbrink, Ph.D., associate professor of English and theatre at Scranton. On Monday, March 31, the Schemel Forum will partner with Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library for an evening celebrating the legacy of Umberto Eco with the premiere of “Umberto Eco: A Library of the World.” This engaging documentary explores Eco’s life as a scholar, novelist and philosopher, highlighting his insatiable curiosity and deep connection to libraries. Following the screening, a panel of University of Scranton faculty members will delve into Eco’s influence on literature, philosophy and culture, examining his interdisciplinary approach and the enduring relevance of his work in a rapidly changing world. Panelists will be George J. Aulisio, Ph.D., dean and professor, Weinberg Memorial Library, Virgina Picchietti, Ph.D., professor of Italian, and Hank Willenbrink, Ph.D., associate professor of English and Theatre. The event, which will begin at 6 p.m. in Brennan Hall Pearn Auditorium, is free and open to the public. On Thursday, April 10, the Schemel Forum and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (GCSOM) will present the concert lecture “Schumann: Music, Mood Swings & Madness.” Richard Kogan, M.D., professor of psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College and artistic director of Weill Cornell Music and Medicine, will discuss how creative artists are especially vulnerable to mental illness. The German composer Robert Schumann is one of the finest examples of the blurred boundary between genius and insanity. Dr. Kogan will explore how the racing thoughts, flight of ideas and sharpened imagination of Schumann’s hypomanic states induced prodigious bursts of creativity until the onset of psychosis led to his tragic final years in an insane asylum. The event will begin at 6 p.m. at GCSOM, 525 Pine St., Scranton. Admission to the event, which includes a reception, is $40 for the general public. The event is free for Schemel Forum members and University of Scranton and GCSOM employees and students. On Friday, June 6, the Schemel Forum will pilot a new program, “Vinho and Views: Exploring Portugal’s Wine Heritage.” This hands-on wine education event will feature a four-course wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, a presentation on Portuguese wines, and an interactive discussion led by wine writer David Falchek. Participants will discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of Portugal’s wine and will explore the unique challenges of indigenous grape varieties, the connection between Madeira and the Founding Fathers, and how the Portuguese celebrate their wines. Falchek has been published in Beverage Media, Vineyard and Winery Management and others, and writes a drinks column for The Scranton Times. He is the former executive director of the American Wine Society. The event will begin at 6 p.m. in Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room of the Weinberg Memorial Library. The cost for the wine tasting, hors d’oeuvre and lecture is $60 per person, $100 per couple for non-Schemel Forum members. There is no additional fee for Schemel Forum Members, Angels, and Archangels to attend this event. University of Scranton and GCSOM students, staff, and faculty must purchase tickets for this event and participants must be 21 years or older. For additional information or registration information, contact Rose Merritt at 570-941-4740 or rose.merritt@scranton.edu Additional Schemel Forum events can be found on the Schemel Forum’s webpage.
Marywood Hosts Alumni Spotlight Exhibition and Artist Talk An alumni spotlight exhibition, “Representation and Figuration in The Maslow Collection,” curated by Marywood graduate Marcelle Reinecke, will take place from March 28 – May 30, 2025, in the Maslow Study Gallery for Contemporary Art, Shields Center for Visual Arts, on Marywood University’s campus. Ann Abrons “Fall” 1990, oil on linen, 48×60” (L) | Marcelle Reinecke “In the Pines” 2024, acrylic and flashe on panel, 24×30” (R) The exhibit will feature works by Anne Abrons, William Bailey, David Hockney, David Hornung, Bob Knox, Roy Lichtenstein, Joan Nelson, Robert Schultz, and Wayne Thiebaud.Marcelle Reinecke, exhibit curator, will present an Artist Talk on Friday, March 28, 11 a.m., in the Maslow Study Gallery for Contemporary Art. Reinecke, a native of New Orleans, received an MFA from The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA), Philadelphia, and a BFA from Marywood University, Scranton. Reinecke also completed studies at the Studio Arts College International, Florence, Italy, and was a Resident Artist at the Royal Drawing School, Dumfries House Trust, Cumnock, Scotland, U.K. Her recent exhibitions include Steven Harvey Fine Art Projects, NY; Margot Samel, NY; The Ruffed Grouse Gallery, Narrowsburg, NY; and Monya Rowe Gallery, NY. Reinecke is represented by Monya Rowe Gallery, and lives and works in Philadelphia, PA. The Maslow Study Gallery for Contemporary Art, located within the Shields Center for Visual Art on Marywood’s campus, is open Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The exhibit is free and open to the public. For more information on Marywood art galleries, visit marywood.edu/galleries.
Dave & Buster’s Presents Bunny’s Breakfast Bash Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025Time: 9:00 AM Start your Easter Sunday with a hop of excitement at Dave & Buster’s Bunny’s Breakfast Bash! Enjoy an exclusive family morning featuring a delicious breakfast, an egg hunt, spring activities, and special time with the Easter Bunny, including a photo opportunity, so don’t forget your camera! Skip the mall crowds and join us for an unforgettable morning packed with food, fun, and games! Banquet-style breakfast with soda, coffee, tea, and assorted juices Exciting egg hunt and spring-themed activities Games with the Bunny and unlimited video game play (with Eggstra Fun Ticket) Photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny Ticket Packages: Eggstra Fun TicketIncludes breakfast, soda, coffee, tea, assorted juices, a $10 Power Card® with unlimited video game play during the event, Bunny photo op, egg hunt, spring activities, taxes, and a suggested 18% gratuity. Brekky Basket TicketIncludes breakfast, soda, coffee, tea, assorted juices, taxes, and a suggested 18% gratuity. Important Information: All children must be accompanied by an adult. All adults must have a ticket for entry. Children under 2 years enter free. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Skills in Scranton Empowers Future Workforce at Summit Skills in Scranton, the workforce development division of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, successfully hosted the 2025 Workforce Summit on Thursday, March 20, at the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel. The event brought together over 200 students from eight regional school districts, more than 50 regional employers, and over 150 job-seeking walk-ins. Designed to bridge the gap between career opportunities and students who may not be college-bound, the summit showcased viable career paths available in northeastern Pennsylvania. The event featured dynamic keynote presentations by Ryan Leckey of Ryan Leckey Media and Marc Gonzalez of Site2. Both speakers offered valuable insights on career development, workforce trends, and strategies for growth in today’s evolving job market. Between the keynote sessions, attendees participated in panel discussions covering topics such as manufacturing, the trades, and professional development. Students and job seekers also had the chance to network with local employers, explore job openings, and engage in interactive career sessions focused on workforce readiness. “The Workforce Summit is an incredible opportunity for students and job seekers to connect directly with employers who are eager to hire local talent,” said Emily Pettinato, workforce development specialist at The Chamber. “By providing hands-on career exploration and professional development resources, we’re ensuring that our future workforce is prepared to succeed in the dynamic job market of northeastern Pennsylvania.” By fostering direct connections between employers and future employees, the Workforce Summit continues to strengthen the regional economy. Skills in Scranton remains committed to delivering impactful programs that address the area’s workforce needs, ensuring students and job seekers have the resources and opportunities to build meaningful careers in northeastern Pennsylvania.
