Amy Bezek Photography Running Holiday FUNraisers Classic Holiday Portraits Choose between a crimson red or hunter green backdrop for timeless, elegant portraits that focus on connection and style. Ideal for families, couples, or individuals 30-minute session | Creation fee: $175 + tax & CC processing fee $20 from each session benefits Ruth’s Place, helping women in abusive or domestic situations Christmas Tree Holiday Sessions Step into a festive wonderland surrounded by Christmas trees, a white fainting couch, snowflake pillows, and cozy holiday accents. Ideal for families, couples, or children 30-minute session | Creation fee: $175 + tax & CC processing fee $20 from each session benefits Serendipity Therapeutic Riding Program, supporting autistic children and adults Night Before Christmas Sessions A shimmering gold and ivory bed set creates a warm, cozy scene—perfect for holiday pajamas and joyful family moments. Ideal for families, couples, or children 30-minute session | Creation fee: $175 + tax & CC processing fee $20 from each session benefits Whiskers World, caring for and protecting local cats in need Hanukkah Portrait Sessions Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a classic blue backdrop and the option to include a menorah, dreidel, or both for a personal touch. 30-minute session | Creation fee: $175 + tax & CC processing fee $20 from each session benefits Dinners For Kids, providing nutritious meals to children in need Small Business Saturday – Santa Sessions (One Day Only!) Guests are invited Saturday, November 29, from 10 AM to 4 PM for a magical Santa experience in the Christmas Tree Holiday set. 15-minute session | Creation fee: $150 + tax & CC processing fee $25 from each session benefits Fork Over Love, helping feed the local community For all holiday FUNraisers, prints, wall art, and holiday cards are purchased separately. Each print includes a matching low-resolution image for sharing online. Digital files for self-printing are not included, as Amy Bezek Photography is a boutique studio offering professional printing and custom artwork in-house to ensure the highest quality finish. amybezek.com/ Click here for more information.
Lackawanna County Presents 2025 Winter Market The Lackawanna Winter Market 2025 Holiday Shopping Vendor Village on Courthouse Square is returning once again! The event will take place from Friday, December 5th, through Sunday, December 7th, offering a weekend filled with music, food, fun, and a wide variety of unique shopping opportunities from small businesses. Visitors are sure to find something special for everyone on their holiday shopping lists — and perhaps a little something for themselves as well. Guests are invited to explore the many amazing small businesses and enjoy a leisurely stroll around the square. The event will feature live music, entertainment, and much more. The Lackawanna Winter Market will kick off on December’s First Friday and continue through Sunday. Event Schedule Friday, December 5th | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tree Lighting at 6:00 PM Saturday, December 6th | 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM Sunday, December 7th | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Lackawanna County To Present the Lackawanna Winter Market The Lackawanna Winter Market 2025 Holiday Shopping Vendor Village on Courthouse Square is returning once again! The event will take place from Friday, December 5th, through Sunday, December 7th, offering a weekend filled with music, food, fun, and a wide variety of unique shopping opportunities from small businesses. Visitors are sure to find something special for everyone on their holiday shopping lists — and perhaps a little something for themselves as well. Guests are invited to explore the many amazing small businesses and enjoy a leisurely stroll around the square. The event will feature live music, entertainment, and much more. The Lackawanna Winter Market will kick off on December’s First Friday and continue through Sunday. Event Schedule Friday, December 5th | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tree Lighting at 6:00 PM Saturday, December 6th | 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM Sunday, December 7th | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Circle Drive-In Releases Weekend Schedule FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH & SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH Screen One: “Predator: Badlands” (2025 – PG-13) at 7:00 PMScreen Two: “Regretting You” (2025 – PG-13) at 6:45 PM Gates & Box Office open at 5:45 PM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH CIRCLE GIANT FLEA FAIR from 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Vendor Gates at 5:00 AM) New vendors are always welcome, no pre-registration required! Vendors are invited to come out and sell their crafts, artisan items, homemade products, gently used treasures & more – every Sunday! Learn more at circledrive-in/fleafair24. Tickets for upcoming movies, as well as additional information, available at circledrive-in.com.
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 FRIDAYSFans 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 8:30 a.m. Data Science Day Features programming tutorial, a keynote speaker and a data science competition for high school students. McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Registration required at https://scrantondatacontest.netlify.app/. Call 570-941-6486 or email joseph.klobusicky@scranton.edu. 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 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday. “Legally Blonde – The Musical” Presented by Liva Arts Company. The Royal Theater, McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts. $5. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.livaartscompany.ludus.com or email livaartscompany@gmail.com. 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 Guests are invited to meet the artist, enjoy live music, and savor light refreshments. In Winter Free Open to the public Click here for more information. 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.
