Lackawanna Historical Society, Home and Garden Tour Returns to the Abingtons After more than 20 years conducting tours of Scranton’s historic Hill Section, the Lackawanna Historical Society invites you to venture “Beyond the Hill” this summer to explore homes and gardens in Waverly, Clarks Summit, and North Abington! The Society will present “Beyond the Hill: Enjoy the Homes & Gardens of the Abingtons” on Sunday, June 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will follow a self-guided tour to five private homes and outdoor spaces, and a members-only club. The Beyond the Hill tour provides an opportunity to learn about the history of the elegant neighborhoods in the Abingtons and the history of some of its stately residences. Explore homes ranging from a historic estate and farmhouses with pioneer roots, a light-filled modern residence, and a whimsical, sprawling landscape. Tour sites include the Waverly Club, private residences at 562 Kennedy Creek Road, 260 Oakford Road, 1008 Summerfield Drive, 15989 State Route 407, and the gardens at 743 Fairview Road. A tour book and map with a suggested driving route will be provided. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door for the. Advance tickets are available at NADA & CO., 1440 Capouse Avenue, Scranton; the Gathering Place, 304 S. State Street, Clarks Summit; and at the Lackawanna Historical Society headquarters, the Catlin House, 232 Monroe Avenue, Scranton. Purchase tickets online at: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/lackawanna-historical-society/beyond-the-hill2025 Tickets the day of the tour are ONLY sold at the Waverly Community House, 1115 N. Abington Rd.; tickets will be on sale until 2 pm. “Beyond the Hill” is sponsored by Toyota Scranton, People’s Security Bank, Constantino’s, and Sidel’s Restaurant; with support from media sponsors Lamar Advertising and Allied Services. For more information about the program or to purchase tickets, contact the Lackawanna Historical Society at 570-344-3841 or email lackawannahistory@gmail.com.
Lackawanna Historical Society to Provide Small-Group Walking Tours Want to take a vacation in your hometown, or learn fun facts to impress your guests? Join the Lackawanna Historical Society for our summer walking tours! These free guided tours provide local residents and visitors with a chance to learn more about Downtown Scranton’s magnificent architecture, and learn more about buildings and neighborhoods you pass every day. Tours are scheduled for Friday evening and Saturday morning. Each tour focuses on a different thematic region of the city. Tours will spotlight the Gothic District and former “Clubhouse Row,” the Lackawanna Avenue Commercial district, the lower portion of the Hill Section, as well as Courthouse Square. The full tour schedule is below: Sat., June 21 at 11am: Gothic District; meet at Lackawanna College, corner N. Washington and Vine Fri., June 27 at 6 pm: Commercial and “Red Light” District; meet at Radisson Lackawanna Station Sat., July 12 at 11am: Lower Hill section; meet Elm Park Church, cor. Linden and Jefferson Fri., July 25 at 6 pm: Gothic District; meet at corner of Vine & N. Washington Sat. August 9 at 11am: Courthouse Square; meet at cor. N. Washington & Linden Sat., August 23 at 11am: Commercial and “Red Light” District; meet at Radisson Lackawanna Station Sat., Sept. 6 at 11 am: Lower Hill section; meet Elm Park Church, cor. Linden and Jefferson All tours are limited to ten people. Learn more about your community and get some fresh air! Please call the Society at 570-344-3841 for reservations. For more information, contact the Society by email at lackawannahistory@gmail.com.
The Waverly Community House, Art of the Abingtons Launches Inaugural Artist Studio Tour Mark your calendar for a vibrant weekend of art and creativity! Art of the Abingtons is proud to present its first-ever Artist Studio Tour on Saturday, August 16, and Sunday, August 17, from 10 AM to 4 PM each day. This self-guided tour invites you into the working studios of local artists across the greater Abington area—including Dalton, Waverly, and Clarks Summit. Visitors will enjoy an intimate look at where creativity happens and engage directly with artists as they share their work, inspiration, and process. Mediums include painting, ceramics, jewelry, printmaking, and more. Participating artists include: Cara Colombo, Lisa Cunningham, Peter Hoffer, Joe Kluck, Josiah Lewis, Kristie Miller McMahon, Christine Medley, Bill Tersteeg, and Dr. Mel Wolk. To kick off the tour, join us for an Opening Reception and Group Exhibition on Friday, August 15 from 6–8 PM at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. The exhibit will feature selected works from each artist and remain on view through September 9th. Come meet the artists, explore their studios, and experience the creative heart of the Abingtons! Programs, maps, and more information are available at ArtofTheAbingtons.com. For questions, contact info@artoftheabingtons.com.
Settlers Hospitality 9th Annual Wally Wine Fest Water and wine combine for a divine summer event. Wally Wine Fest returns to The Waterfront at Silver Birches, June 13-15. The indoor/outdoor event on the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack offers three jam-packed days of sampling, shopping and soaking in the scenery. Visitors may enjoy sips from more than 100 domestic and international labels, a varied marketplace of artisan goods and live music on two stages. Festivities kick off on Friday, June 13 with a Platinum Wine Dinner at The Settlers Inn. The Live Fire Dinner in Grant’s Woods features a five-course wild game feast in collaboration with Fossil Farms that boasts duck rillette, rabbit ragu, lamb kofta and roasted elk French rack. Guests will take a seat in the open-air woodland dining venue and watch executive chefs from The Settlers Inn and guest chefs from Fossil Farms prepare the feast in the outdoor kitchen. Located in Boonton, NJ, Fossil Farms specializes in providing the highest quality farm-raised game birds, exotic and natural meats. Each course is paired with a fine wine from Trinchero Family Estates in a Sonoma vs Napa Vally taste test showdown. A $200 Platinum Ticket allows access to the Live Fire Game Dinner as well as entry to Wally Wine Fest on Saturday, June 14. Wally Wine Fest shifts to Silver Birches Resort on Saturday and Sunday where visitors will have the opportunity to sample vintages from more than 100 domestic and international labels. Wineries from as far away as New Zealand, Italy, France, Napa Valley and the Pacific Northwest are represented as well as varietals grown and produced in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Claude Briere, a sommelier for Settlers Hospitality, personally selects each wine. Briere is a renowned wine expert who travels the globe as a consultant and lecturer advising on wine selections, pairings and service. Novice wine enthusiasts will have the opportunity to sample a variety of pours and discover which wine suits their palate. Wine connoisseurs will relish the opportunity to interact one-on-one with wine makers, restauranteurs and sommeliers who are knowledgeable in flavor profiles, can discuss the differences among wine, grapes and varietals, plus point out the notes to be enjoyed for each. Bottles of every wine featured are available for sale. With prices ranging from $10-$100, there’s something to match every taste and budget. An indoor and outdoor marketplace will overflow with fine food, gift items and decor fit for wine lovers– all available for purchase. Visitors may shop offerings from places such as Art on the Edge, which features home/wine décor. Kryzan Design offers hand-poured candles in a variety of scents including some wine-inspired selections. A Silent Auction benefits Lake Wallenpaupack’s Fourth of July Fireworks and features overnight stays at some of the area’s finest accommodations plus gift cards to local restaurants and businesses. Golf and spa packages, as well as boat and paddle board rentals, are also up for grabs. Satellite events at other Hawley area venues extend the Wally Wine Fest celebration. The Settlers Inn will offer a Bubbly Brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Visitors may savor a brunch menu, live music and a tasting flight of sparkling wine. Glass-wine.bar.kitchen at Ledges Hotel will present live music by Mike Metzger on Saturday night. Wally Wine Fest at Silver Birches runs from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday and 1-4 p.m. on Sunday. Everyone who attends receives a commemorative wine glass. Admission is $40 in advance or $50 at the door and includes 15 sampling tickets. The sampling tickets may be exchanged for wine tastings. A $50 VIP admission allows entry to the festival one hour early and 25 sampling tickets. The $200 Platinum admission price offers early entry, increases the sampling tickets to 25 and includes a seat at the Live Fire Game Dinner at The Settlers Inn on June 13. Admission for designated drivers is $20. Tickets are available at wallywinefest.com Special thanks to Champagne Level event sponsors Silver Birches Resort, Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau and Trinchero Family Estates, as well as Cabernet Level sponsor, AM Skier Insurance, Chant Realtors and Olsommer and Clarke Insurance. Settlers Hospitality would also like to acknowledge the support of many local sponsors including Bold Gold Media Group.
Misericordia University Offers Summer Sports Camps Looking to keep your young athlete active and engaged this summer? Misericordia University offers a variety of summer sports camps led by experienced coaches and college athletes. With programs in soccer, basketball, volleyball, and more, campers will build skills, make friends, and have a blast on and off the field. Spots are filling quickly—sign up today and give your child a summer to remember! For more information and to register, visit https://www.misericordia.edu/summer-sports-camps/sports-camps.
SWB RailRiders, Christopher McDonald VIP Meet & Greet Announced Famed actor who portrayed Shooter McGavin in Happy Gilmore slated for June 14 appearance at PNC Field Christopher McDonald, iconically known for portraying Shooter McGavin in the 1996 comedy classic Happy Gilmore, is set for a VIP Meet & Greet prior to his appearance at PNC Field on Saturday, June 14, for Amazing Golf Ball Whacker Night. The acclaimed actor has over 200 film and television credits during his prolific career, including a recent run on the award-winning Max Original show Hacks. He is set to reprise his role as McGavin in the upcoming Happy Gilmore sequel, set for release in July. Amazing Golf Ball Whacker Night features a custom McDonald bobblehead with a bobble “Shootah” arm for the first 1,500 fans presented by PNC Bank. Gates open at 5 P.M. with a 6:35 first pitch against the Syracuse Mets. The VIP Meet & Greet includes a Geisinger Champions Club level ticket plus your chance to compare sleeve length with one of the greatest fictional golfers of all time. The VIP experience begins at 4:30 and also includes a guaranteed bobblehead giveaway. VIP tickets are available for $65 per person (plus fees) and availability is limited. McDonald will sign autographs on the concourse after the game begins. For tickets to Amazing Golf Ball Whacker Night or more information, please visit swbrailriders.com.
Johnson College to Host Transfer Day Johnson College is holding a Transfer Day on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on its Scranton and Hazleton campuses. The College is encouraging current college students who are interested in changing the direction of their education and ultimately their career path to register for this event. To attend Transfer Day at one of Johnson College’s campuses, students must register online at Johnson.edu/transfer or contact the College’s enrollment team at enroll@johnson.edu or (570)-702-8856. Students will meet with Enrollment, Financial Aid, Career Services, and Counseling and Disability Services representatives. In addition, staff members from the Registrar’s Office will be on hand for transfer credit analyses and to review potential schedules for the upcoming semester. Students will learn why Johnson College is the leader in hands-on education, how it exposes students to industry from day one, and how its two-year degree programs, focusing on careers in in-demand industries, have the highest return on investment in the short term.
