SWB Penguins Announce Upcoming Big Games/Themes

Saturday, December 13 vs. Providence (6:05pm) – Teddy Bear Toss: Bring a new, unwrapped plush toy to the arena, and throw it onto the ice following the Penguins first goal. All toys will be distributed to children in need via Operation Santa Claus, a charitable foundation operating out of Tobyhanna Army Depot.

Saturday, December 27 vs. Hershey (6:05pm) – Throwback Night: The Penguins will wear special throwback jerseys, which will be auctioned off online.

Saturday, January 31 vs. Syracuse (6:05pm) – Crosscheck Cancer, presented by Geisinger:
The Penguins will be raising money and awareness in the fight against cancer. Fans can contribute to special fundraisers throughout the night, including a chance to paint a special message for friends or loved ones affected by the disease on the ice after the game.

Sunday, February 15 vs. Cleveland (3:05pm) – Kids Takeover:
The kids are in charge! Young fans will take part in helping to shape the game night by designing videoboard graphics, shadowing members of the Penguins staff and contributing to game day operations. There’s even a chance for jr. fans to help design a logo for a special jersey and merchandise.

Saturday, February 21 vs. Bridgeport (6:05pm) – Military Appreciation Night presented by MetLife: The Penguins will pay honor to men and women in uniform with special presentations.

Saturday, March 14 vs. Lehigh Valley (6:05pm) – St. Patrick’s Day celebration:
The Penguins will be sporting special green sweaters which will be auctioned off online. Irish-themed music and exhibitions will take place during the game.

Saturday, March 28 vs. Laval (6:05pm) – Star Wars Night and Boy Scout Night presented by Moritz Embroidery Works: Have an out of this world time with costumed characters from a galaxy far, far away. Plus fans are encouraged to bring out their troop or den to share in the scouting experience.

Saturday, April 11 vs. Cleveland (6:05pm) – Community Series, presented by Visit Luzerne County:
The fourth installment of the Penguins’ night rebrand, paying tribute to the area’s history and traditions. Past events have seen the Penguins transformed into the Old Forge Pizzas, the Pittston Tomatoes, and the Carbondale UFOs. What will this year’s theme be? Stay tuned for the reveal in November.

FAN CONTROLLED FRIDAYS

Fans can help shape the game night experience each Friday by taking part in online polls and contests, which will determine themes, music, food and merch specials and more. Plus there will be $2 drafts available each Friday night from 6-7:30 courtesy of Coors Light, and postgame autographs presented by Northeast Music Center.

Circle Drive-In Releases Weekly Event Schedule

CIRCLE OF SCREAMS FINAL WEEKEND OF 2025!!
  • Visitors are invited to explore Delfino Manor and embark on the Twisted Acres Woods Walk—if they dare!
  • Thursday, October 30th from  7:00 PM – 9:30 PM, Friday, October 31st, & Saturday, November 1st from 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30TH 
  • Screen One: “Ghostbusters” (PG – 1984) at 7:15 PM
  • Screen Two:  “Black Phone 2” (R- 2025) at 7:00 PM
  • Gates & Box Office open at 6:00 PM
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31ST & SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST
  • Screen One:  “Ghostbusters” (PG – 1984) at 7:00 PM & 9:00 PM
  • Screen Two:  “KPop Demon Hunters” (PG- 2025) at 7:15 PM & 9:15 PM
  • Gates & Box Office open at 6:00 PM
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND

CIRCLE GIANT FLEA FAIR from 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Vendor Gates at 5:00 AM)

  • New vendors are always welcome, and no pre-registration is required. Participants are encouraged to bring their crafts, artisan items, homemade products, gently used treasures, and more to sell every Sunday.
  • Learn more at circledrive-in/fleafair24.

Click here to find additional information.

University of Scranton Releases November and December Events Schedule

Ongoing through to Dec. 12    

  • Art Exhibit: “The Anthracite Coal Industry of Northeastern Pennsylvania.”
  • Selected paintings, sculptures, and works on papers from public and private collections: 1829-1959.
  • Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall.
  • Free during gallery hours.
  • Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Nov. 5     

  • 5 p.m. Exhibit Opening: “A Life of Service: Celebrating David J. Wenzel ’69, G’74,”
  • Sponsored by the University’s Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service.
  • Heritage Room. Weinberg Memorial Library.
  • Reservations Required.
  • Call 570-941-7401 or email alumni@scranton.edu.

Nov. 5-9    

  • 8 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. “A Doll’s House, Part 2”
  • Presented by The University Players.
  • Studio Theater, McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts.
  • Limited seating, reservations strongly suggested. Ticket prices vary.
  • Call 570-941-4318 or email players@scranton.edu

Nov. 7    

  • 5 p.m. Art Gallery Lecture: “New Deal Post Office Murals in the Anthracite Regions of Northeastern Pennsylvania”
  • Presented by David Lembeck, independent scholar.
  • Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Reception follows at the Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall. The reception is part of Scranton’s First Friday event.
  • Free.
  • Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Nov. 9     

  • 9 a.m. Open House for prospective students and their families.
  • Various locations on campus.
  • Registration required. Free.
  • Call 888-SCRANTON or email admissions@scranton.edu.

Nov. 11     

  • 5 p.m. Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities and The Jesuit Center: “The Bible, Gender, and Sexuality: Historical Insights and Contemporary Relevance”
  • Presented by Amy-Jill Levine, Ph.D., Rabbi Stanley M. Kessler Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies, Hartford International University for Religion and Peace; university professor of New Testament and Jewish studies emerita, Mary Jane Werthan Professor of Jewish Studies emerita, professor of New Testament studies emerita, Vanderbilt University.
  • Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall.
  • Free.
  • Call 570-941-4700 or email sarah.kenehan@scranton.edu

Nov. 13    

Nov. 13   

  • 5:30 p.m.Schemel Forum with the Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library Collaborative Program Lecture: “From Manuscript to Print: The Journey of Medieval Books”
  • Presented by Michael Knies, special collections librarian and university archivist, Weinberg Memorial Library, The University of Scranton.
  • The Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room, Weinberg Memorial Library.
  • Registration required. Free. Exhibit and reception follow.
  • Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Nov. 14    

  • 7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “In Concert”
  • Featuring The University of Scranton String Orchestra.”
  • Houlihan-McLean Center.
  • Free.
  • Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Nov. 15     

  • 1 p.m. Father Murgas Day event
  • Honoring the 120th anniversary of the first world overland long-distance wireless transmission using radio. Reenactment of the transmission between Wilkes-Barre and Scranton held in conjunction with the Murgas Amateur Radio Club, followed by radio station open houses and receptions at both campuses.
  • W3USR Amateur Radio Club at Scranton, PNC Auditorium, Loyola Science Center, and Alley Center for Health Science, King’s College.
  • Free.
  • Visit murgas.org or email murgasarc@gmail.com.

Nov. 20    

  • 11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “America is Ready for a Pro-Peace Foreign Policy. Is Washington?”
  • Presented by Matthew Duss, executive director, Center for International Policy, former visiting scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
  • McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center.
  • Registration required. Fees vary.
  • Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Nov. 20   

  • 5:30 p.m. Ethics Across the Curriculum Lecture: “Spiritual Alienation and the Quest for God”
  • Presented by David McPherson, Ph.D., professor of philosophy, University of Florida’s Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education.
  • PNC Auditorium, Loyola Science Center.
  • Free.
  • Call 570-941-4700 or email sarah.kenehan@scranton.edu

Nov. 20-22    

Dec. 4   

  • 5:30 p.m. Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture: “Do the Brain and Behavioral Sciences Show That Free Will is an Illusion?”
  • Presented by Timothy O’Connor, Ph.D., Mahlon Powell Professor of Philosophy and Cognitive Science, Indiana University.
  • PNC Auditorium, Loyola Science Center.
  • Free.
  • Call 570-941-4700 or email sarah.kenehan@scranton.edu

Dec. 6    

  • 8 p.m. Performance Music: “58th Annual Noel Night”
  • Featuring The University of Scranton Singers, String Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles with guest harpist Marg Davis and pianist Ron Stabinsky.
  • Houlihan-McLean Center.
  • Free.
  • Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Dec. 14   

  • 7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “The Scranton Brass Orchestra Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert.”
  • Houlihan-McLean Center.
  • Admission: one new unwrapped toy, new toiletry items or a cash donation. All proceeds will directly benefit local families in need.
  • Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Waverly Community House Announces Two Upcoming Events

Bill Teitsworth Exhibit Opening Reception

November 7 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Waverly Small Works Gallery

Artisans’ Marketplace

November 22 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

  • Get into the holiday spirit at the 2025 Artisans’ Marketplace!
  • Visitors are invited to The Comm on November 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and November 23 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a festive weekend of holiday shopping and handcrafted treasures — the perfect opportunity to discover unique, one-of-a-kind gifts.
  • Tickets will also be available on both show days at the door.
  • $5
  • Click here for more information.
  • Click here to find ticket information.

Misericordia University Presents Upcoming Halloween Events

Science Gets Spooky at Misericordia!

The Dead Alchemist Society extends an invitation to its annual Boom in the Night event, taking place on Thursday, October 23rd, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Henry Science Center. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on experiments with slime and foam, enjoy thrilling science demonstrations, and experience the ever-popular Puking Pumpkins show at the Wells Fargo Amphitheater (weather permitting).

Click here for more information.

Archie’s Halloween Festival Returns!

The community is invited to an afternoon of Halloween fun for all ages on Sunday, October 26th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Henry Student Lounge. Guests can enjoy free candy, warm apple cider, apple-filled donuts, and spooky crafts for kids in a safe and festive environment. Costumes are encouraged, and admission is free.

Click here for more information.

Dave & Buster’s Announces Halloween Events

Halloween just got a glow-up at Dave & Buster’s Scranton-Moosic!

👻  Enjoy a night full of games and fun activities!

6000 Shoppes Blvd, Moosic PA | All ages & fully ADA accessible

Boo Bash – Family Fun

🗓Oct 31 | ⏰4–7 PM

Crafts, games & fun!

Costume contest + prizes

15% off food and drinks

$10 Power Card + 3 hours unlimited video game play (blue & green swipe games)

Click here for more information.

Moonlight Mixer – Halloween Party 🕷

🗓Oct 31 | ⏰7 PM–12 AM

Games, & fun!

Fright Bites Buffet and Unlimited Soda

3 Hours of unlimited video game play (blue & green swipe games)

Costume contest with a chance to win free gameplay for a YEAR

Click here for more information.

  • Don’t wait—tickets are vanishing faster than candy on Halloween!  FREE Souvenir cups for the first 100 ticket purchasers!

The University of Scranton Releases Open House Schedule

The University of Scranton, recently selected by multiple publications as one of the best colleges in the nation, will welcome hundreds of prospective students and their families to campus later this fall for a pair of Open House events.

  • The University will host its first Open House at 9 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 26.
  • A second Open House is scheduled for 9 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 9.
  • The events conclude at about 1 p.m.

            Both Open Houses will start at the John J. Long, S.J., Center before embarking on student-led tours across campus. There will be ample opportunities to interact with students, faculty, staff and administrators. Representatives of student organizations, athletic programs, arts groups and the University’s Honors Programs will be available to answer questions and provide a first-hand account of the Scranton experience.

            Attendees, who will be treated to a brunch and lunch, will learn more about the unique paths available to each student in the form of 70 majors and 47 minors, as well 100-plus clubs, hundreds of service opportunities, 24 NCAA programs, intramural sports leagues and a vibrant array of creative and cultural experiences.

            Click here for more information.

            The University of Scranton has recently received national recognition in several publications, including the Princeton Review, which ranked it as a top-25 college in the nation in the Most Engaged in Community Service and Best Science Lab Facilities categories. The Princeton Review also selected Scranton as one of the nation’s 391 Best Colleges and featured its Kania School of Management (KSOM) on its Best On-Campus MBA Program list.

            Forbes designated Scranton as one of America’s Top 500 Colleges, a ranking based on factors including outcomes for graduates. Scranton has been a top-10 Best Regional University in the North, per U.S. News, for 32 consecutive years.

            The Roche Family Center for Career Development’s First Destination Survey for the Class of 2024 reported a 99% success for bachelor’s degree and 100% for graduate degree recipients. Additionally, Niche recognized Scranton as one of 50 schools with the Best College Food in America.

Geisinger Offering Mobile Mammograms for October

Events highlight importance of annual breast cancer screenings

This October, in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Geisinger is doing its part to raise awareness about the importance of early detection

Geisinger hospitals across central Pennsylvania will be lit up in pink, and the mobile mammogram bus will bring screenings to patients in underserved communities.

Geisinger will also sponsor a public education event in partnership with St. Lukes. Mammograms, Mocktails & More will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Geisinger St. Luke’s Breast Center – Medical Office Building, 1165 Centre Turnpike, Orwigsburg. Space is limited and registration for the event is required.

Register at go.activecalendar.com/sluhn.

“Early detection remains one of the most powerful tools in the fight against breast cancer,” said Robin Skrine, M.D., director of breast surgery, Geisinger. “Leading health organizations recommend annual mammograms starting at age 40 — or earlier for individuals with a family history or other risk factors — because they save lives.”

The pink mobile mammogram bus will be available at the following locations:

·       Sept. 29 – Oct. 3: 35 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top

·       Oct. 6 – 10: 201 Roosevelt Blvd, Selinsgrove

·       Oct. 13 – 17:  426 Airport Beltway, Hazle Township

·       Oct. 20 – 24: 529 Terry Reiley Way, Pottsville

·       Oct. 27 – 31: 1525 35 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top

Patients can schedule mammograms through MyGeisinger or by calling 570-271-6000. Appointments at the bus are limited.

Dr. Skrine also encourages patients to learn more about their breast cancer risk with Geisinger’s online assessment tool at geisinger.org/my-breast-cancer-risk.

To learn more about cancer care at Geisinger, visit geisinger.org/cancerinstitute

Lexington Entertainment Presents 2025 Summer Music Festival

Events

October 9             JOE STANKY & THE CADETS        2:00 – 3:00

October 16           SHARON AMBROZIA & FRIENDS   2:00 – 3:00

October 23           BROKE PINES                                     2:00 – 3:00     

Location and Time

Hillside Park Farmers Market Entertainment

1188 Winola Road, South Abington Township, PA

Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00 pm