2024 SAGE People’s Choice Voting Opens The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce recently announced that voting is now open for the 2024 People’s Choice SAGE Award, sponsored by Peoples Security Bank & Trust. The SAGE Awards, the Scranton Awards for Growth and Excellence, honors outstanding local businesses and nonprofits for their talent, creativity, and innovation. All SAGE finalists are eligible to win the People’s Choice Award. The community is encouraged to vote for their favorite SAGE Award finalist from October 14–18. Vote at this LINK. The three finalists with the most votes received will be announced at the 15th Annual Chamber Gala on Friday, November 1, at Mohegan Pennsylvania. More than 80 applications were received for this year’s awards, and nearly 40 community leaders and professionals volunteered to review applications and select finalists. The People’s Choice nominees are: Blu Elefante Events Children’s Service Center of Wyoming Valley CHOP Out Hunger Condron Sweda Advertising Fit AF Nutrition Geisinger/Geisinger Community Medical Center Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Indraloka JHA Companies Kailin of Earth Wellness Studio L.R. Costanzo Co., Inc. Lewith & Freeman Real Estate Lynn Sandy’s Bakery Market Share Consulting Mount Airy Casino Resort Naked Toffee Northeast Title & Tag, Inc. Pelican’s SnoBalls Saint Joseph’s Center Scranton Jazz Festival Showcase Ski Shack The Honesdale National Bank The Wright Center for Community Health Tobyhanna Army Depot
Haunt at the Hive Returns to Mohegan Pennsylvania Spooky Halloween party set to take over The Hive Taphouse and Embers Terrace on Thursday, October 31st WILKES-BARRE, PA (October 1, 2024) – Guests looking for Halloween plans can look no further than joining Mohegan Pennsylvania for Haunt at the Hive. On Thursday, October 31st at 8:00pm, The Hive Taphouse and Embers Terrace will be transformed into the best Halloween Party in Northeast Pennsylvania, featuring food & beverage specials, live entertainment and a spooky good time. All are welcome to dress in their best Halloween costume, and those who dare to be bold are encouraged to enter in the costume contest. There are three categories – “Scariest,” “Most Original” and “Couple or Group” – and the first-place winner in each category will win a $250 Mohegan Pennsylvania gift card! Costume photos will be taken upon registration, and winners will be announced at 11:00pm. From 8:00pm – 11:30pm, The Hive Taphouse and Embers Terrace will feature can’t-miss live entertainment. Over at The Hive Taphouse, Hoopla Band Lite will perform the best selection of music that promises to keep the good times rolling. The River 105 and 103.5’s DJ Tommy will be providing guests with an electric atmosphere over at Embers Terrace. All guests must be 21 or older with valid ID to attend Haunt at the Hive. Costumes are not required; masks and full-face paint are only allowed in the event spaces.
The Chamber Announces the 2024 SAGE Awards Finalists The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce announces the finalists for the 2024 SAGE Awards, the Scranton Awards for Growth and Excellence. The SAGE Awards honor outstanding local businesses and nonprofits for their talent, creativity, and innovation. The winners will be announced on Friday, November 1, at The Chamber Gala, presented by Verizon, a black-tie optional event that will be held at the Mohegan Pennsylvania. More than 80 applications were received for this year’s awards, and nearly 40 community leaders and professionals volunteered to review applications and select finalists. The Chamber is proud to honor businesses and nonprofits that are making valuable contributions to the region and contributing to our overall quality of life. The finalists, in each category, are: Business of the Year Fit AF Nutrition Mount Airy Casino Resort Northeast Title & Tag, Inc. Community Involvement Excellence Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield The Wright Center for Community Health Tobyhanna Army Depot Customer Service Excellence Geisinger/Geisinger Community Medical Center Lewith & Freeman Real Estate Market Share Consulting Marketing and Communications Excellence Condron Sweda Advertising Market Share Consulting The Honesdale National Bank New and Emerging Business of the Year Kailin of Earth Wellness Studio Pelican’s SnoBalls Showcase Nonprofit Organization of the Year CHOP Out Hunger Indraloka The Wright Center for Community Health Products and Services Excellence L.R. Costanzo, Inc. Scranton Jazz Festival Ski Shack Small Business of the Year Blu Elefante Events Lynn Sandy’s Bakery Naked Toffee Workplace Excellence Children’s Service Center of Wyoming Valley JHA Companies Saint Joseph’s Center 2024 SAGE Milestone Award Recipients The Member Milestone Award recognizes businesses and nonprofits celebrating an anniversary in 5-year increments. Each business and nonprofit will be recognized and presented with a certificate. Black Scranton Project Bread Basket of NEPA Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA CHOP Out Hunger Coal Creative G.R. Noto Electrical Construction, Inc. Gino J Merli Veterans Center Happenings Magazine hc architects Marley’s Mission Naked Toffee SEEDs of Hope SkyZone Pittston St. Mary’s Villa Campus Tuxedo by Sarno Additionally, all award finalists can also win the People’s Choice Award, where the winner will be chosen by a community wide online vote, available on www.scrantonchamber.com from Monday, October 14 through Friday, October 18.
NEPIRC Event to Address AI, Medical Marijuana, and Talent Retention Will AI replace employees? How will medical marijuana impact the safety of a workforce? How do you attract and retain the most skilled and talented people at an organization? These are just a few of the questions that area manufacturing leaders will find the answers to at the Northeastern Pennsylvania Industrial Resource Center’s (NEPIRC) 2024 Manufacturing Day Best Practices Summit & Expo this year. The event takes place on Friday, Oct. 4 at Mohegan Pennsylvania Convention Center, Wilkes-Barre Twp. from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. “Manufacturing Day is an opportunity for all area manufacturers, businesses that provide services to manufacturers and individuals who want to learn more about northeastern Pennsylvania’s growing manufacturing sector to gather together under one roof at the region’s most impactful manufacturing networking event,” said Chelsey Coslett-Traver, NEPIRC’s manager of marketing & stakeholder engagement. “We look forward to this year’s event being the largest in its history, both with the number of exhibitors and the number of attendees. We are very excited about all that we have planned for this year’s Manufacturing Day!” While this event is geared toward manufacturers and advocates of manufacturing, educators, students and curious community members are welcome to attend as there will be a great deal of valuable information shared. Registration, breakfast and networking take place from 7:30 to 8:50 a.m., followed by welcoming remarks Eric Joseph Esoda, NEPIRC president & CEO, and Chelsey Coslett Traver. Morning break-out sessions that take place from 9:30-10:15 a.m. include: “Refueling the Talent Pipeline: Sparking Careers in Manufacturing,” apanel discussion featuring ambassadors from NEPIRC’s Manufacturing Ambassador Dream Team “Effectively Using the Power of AI in Manufacturing,” with Mark Morgis, NEPIRC continuous improvement specialist “Medical Marijuana and the Workplace: Navigating Safety Concerns and Policies,” with Brian Matyjevich, NEPIRC OSHA-authorized outreach trainer; Marni Sherrill, SHRM-CP, senior human resources business partner, Volumetric Building Companies “Navigating Environmental and Energy Excellence: An Overview of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 in Manufacturing,” with Ray Kryeski, NEPIRC manufacturing and industrial engineering specialist, and “Unlocking Leadership Potential with Emotional Intelligence Coaching,” withLeo Gilroy, NEPIRC director of leadership and organizational development. After a break for networking, a panel discussion and breakout session will take place on: “Building High Performance Compensation Systems: How to Get Your Team Rowing in the Same Direction,” with Mike Pickreign, Tech 42, breakout session sponsor, and “Cybersecurity & CMMC Panel Discussion,” with moderator: Kara Smith, NEPA Alliance APEX Accelerator, panel discussion sponsor; and panelists: Marc Gonzalez, Site 2 and Zane Patalive, Real IT Care. Lunch will take place from noon to 1:30 p.m. and feature keynote speaker Chris Czarnik, author of Winning the War for Talent. He will share knowledge from his 20 years of experience learning what attracts people to organizations and why they leave. Czarnik is an author, coach, trainer, and subject matter expert on talent recruiting, engagement and retention in today’s environment. His career includes experience as a former military officer, human resource manager, career services manager and job search advisor. After the lunch keynote, event attendees can continue connecting with other manufacturing professionals and visit the nearly 100 manufacturers and businesses that will have exhibit booths and product demonstrations Afternoon speakers Katie Desiderio, Ph.D. and Michael Frino, Ph.D. will present “Becoming a Be Keeper” at 2:10 p.m. The Wall Street Journal bestselling co-authors will discuss resiliency, grit, and determination in the workplace among constant change. Closing remarks Eric and Chelsey will follow. Tickets start at only $50 and can be purchased at www.NEPIRCMFGDAY.com. Tickets provide access to two morning breakout sessions of ticket holder’s choosing, the exhibitor hall, keynote presentation, afternoon breakout session and all meals and refreshments. NEPIRC would like to acknowledge top-level sponsors of this year’s event that include Gold Sponsor: Tech42, APEX Accelerator Sponsor: APEX Accelerator at NEPA Alliance, Student/Faculty Sponsor: Lackawanna College Continuing Education, Welcome Reception Sponsor: Scranton Printing Co., and Silver Sponsors: Ashley Machine & Tool, Mitsubishi Chemical Group and SIMONA. For a complete list of sponsors and partners, visit www.NEPIRCMFGDAY.com. For more information or to purchase tickets, email Chelsey Coslett-Traver, NEPIRC’s manager of marketing & stakeholder engagement, at Chelsey@NEPIRC.com or visit NEPIRC’s Manufacturing Day webpage at www.NEPIRCMFGDAY.com.
Mohegan Pennsylvania to Host Contestant Search for “The Price is Right” The Price is Right Contestant Search Comes to Mohegan Pennsylvania Mohegan Pennsylvania is hosting a special contestant search for renowned CBS game show, The Price is Right! on Wednesday, October 9th, at 11:00am – 2:00pm at the Keystone Grand Ballroom On Wednesday, October 9th, guests at Mohegan Pennsylvania will get the chance to tell producers why they should be selected to be on one of the most beloved game shows in the country. Two lucky semi-finalists will be selected and travel to Los Angeles. The winner will be called to “Come on Down!” and play the game on national television! The Price is Right Contestant Search is open to guests ages 18 and older. All participants must be 18 years of age at the time of the application and a legal resident of the United States who currently resides in the states/Washington D.C. at the time of the application. Parking at Mohegan Pennsylvania for guests under 21 years of age is located at the hotel lobby entrance in Lot B or Lot C. All auditions are recorded and provided to The Price is Right producers for consideration. Guests are encouraged to dress to impress! Solid colors appear best on TV, so all participants should wear what they would wear on the show. The first 400 guests to register will be guaranteed an audition. Guests can visit pahomepage.com/price-is-right for full details and required forms. This event at Mohegan Pennsylvania is in partnership with WBRE channel 28.
Mohegan Pennsylvania Donates $10,000 to Local Nonprofit On Thursday, September 12th, Mohegan Pennsylvania (MPA) presented a $10,000 donation check to Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge, a no-kill animal shelter based in Dallas, PA. The organization often takes in animals that are sick, injured or surrendered by their owners. This check presentation took place right before Back in Black, a tribute to AC/DC, rocked the stage at Party on the Patio. “At Mohegan Pennsylvania, we’re always dedicated to finding ways to give back to the community,” said David Parfrey, vice president of marketing at Mohegan Pennsylvania. “We’re honored to provide this donation to Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge, and we’re also thankful to the guests who donated to this important cause.” “Blue Chip would like to thank Mohegan Pennsylvania for this amazing donation to the shelter,” said Cordie Braun, fundraising director at Blue Chip Animal Farm Refuge. “There aren’t enough words to express how much this will help with the medical care of the animals!” Medical bills for Blue Chip Animal Refuge can reach up to $350,000 – $450,000 a year. The donation check that was presented to the organization derived from $5,000 in slot voucher and cash donations from guests and a matched donation from MPA. This is the third year of the donation program at MPA, with prior donations going to St. Vincent de Paul Kitchen in Wilkes-Barre, PA and Ronald McDonald House of Scranton, PA.
Mohegan Pennsylvania Hosts Jaws Movie Night WHAT: Guests are invited to join Mohegan Pennsylvania for a thrilling night under the stars as a special Jaws movie night is set to take place at Embers Terrace on Friday, August 30th! WHEN/WHERE: Friday, August 30th | 8:45 pm | Embers Terrace IN DETAIL: On Friday, August 30th, guests can experience a one-of-a-kind night at Embers Terrace with a special screening of the classic film, Jaws! Guests can sit back, relax, and enjoy the movie on a massive 16’ x 10’ screen on the terrace. Everyone from movie buffs to those just looking for a fun night out are invited to this perfect summer event. Guests can come for the film and stay for the great company, amazing food, and giveaways. Additionally, guests can indulge in fantastic drink specials including fierce Sharkbite cocktails and $5 Landshark Lagers. Before the movie, guests can get their spots early and enjoy a bite to eat at Embers Terrace while Ken Norton performs starting at 5:00 pm. Additionally, guests can enjoy dinner at The Hive Taphouse and join in on the fun of Steven Spielberg Movie Trivia with DJ Tommy starting at 6:30 pm. The movie starts at dusk! For more information about Movie Night at Embers Terrace, guests can visit the Mohegan Pennsylvania website.
Mohegan Sun Arena to Host Fire Safety Event Before the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party begins at the Mohegan Sun Arena this weekend, event organizers have announced a free community fire safety event will take place this Friday, Aug. 9. From 4 p.m. through 7 p.m., a free touch-a-truck event will allow children and truck enthusiasts the chance to see iconic vehicles up close before the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party officially kicks off its first performance on Saturday. Local first responders will be on-site at the ASM Global-managed Mohegan Sun Arena to display a variety of emergency services vehicles alongside the brand-new Hot Wheels 5-Alarm monster truck. The Wilkes-Barre Township Volunteer Fire Department Station 188 Fire & Rescue will be displaying their Rescue and Ladder Engines, while the Ashley Rescue Hose Co. No. 1 will have the station’s water pumper on-hand at the event. ACT Towing will have two wreckers on site for a closer look, as well. A number of other emergency response vehicles are still being confirmed. The Wilkes-Barre Township Volunteer Fire Department, led by Fire Chief Richard Hart, has been instrumental in organizing this community event. Justin Topa, marketing manager of the Mohegan Sun Arena, hopes the fire safety event will provide an opportunity to celebrate emergency responders while creating a comfortability with the vehicles they drive. “We are thrilled to collaborate with Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live and our local first responders to provide families with an opportunity to meet their local heroes in a fun and non-emergency setting,” said Topa. “Children will have the chance to get their first up-close look at the Hot Wheels 5-Alarm monster truck alongside several emergency response vehicles that protect our communities every day. We expect this event’s going to be an exciting way to foster appreciation for our heroes and the amazing work they’re doing within our communities.” The Hot Wheels 5-Alarm Monster Truck, inspired by the heroic work of firefighters, will be a standout feature of the event before heading inside the arena for a weekend of Glow Party performances. Ty Cornelius Jr, driver of the Hot Wheels 5-Alarm Monster Truck, is excited to play a role in honoring local first responders. “We are incredibly honored to acknowledge the unwavering courage and commitment of our firefighters,” said Cornelius Jr. “The Hot Wheels 5-Alarm Monster Truck embodies the spirit of bravery that these first responders demonstrate every day. It’s our way of saying ‘thank you’ for their service and sacrifice.” Representatives from Hot Wheels Monster Truck Live and the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza are thrilled to shine a spotlight on Wilkes-Barre Township’s Station 188 and all of the local heroes within the region. As a token of gratitude for their dedication and bravery, firefighters from the participating stations will receive tickets to the event and a chance to experience the thrill of the Monster Trucks up close. “We hope this small gesture conveys our deep appreciation for the vital role they play in keeping our communities safe,” said Topa. This is the first time that the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party has toured within northeastern Pennsylvania. Three performances on Saturday and Sunday afternoon will bring fans’ favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including the all-new HW Skelesaurus™ and HW 5-Alarm™! The legendary Bigfoot® is also featured alongside Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Bone Shaker™, and Gunkster™ Hot Wheels Monster Trucks. The Glow Party production features a laser light show, spectacular theatrical effects, dance parties, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways. Fans can also witness a special appearance from a transforming robot, plus the high-flyers of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Freestyle Motocross Team. The community is encouraged to come to any one of the three performances and can save on tickets and fees by purchasing tickets directly at the NBT Bank box office. The Friday fire safety event is free-to-attend, but weather-dependent, so event organizers recommend that families keep an eye on the Mohegan Arena PA Facebook page in the event of any updates or cancellations caused by inclement weather.
Mohegan Pennsylvania Presents Summer Fun Kick-Off featuring a Tribute to Queen At 7:30pm at Mohegan Sun Pennsylvania, Almost Queen: A Tribute to Queen takes the stage with a classic set guests won’t want to miss! They don’t just pay tribute to the legendary band, Almost Queen transports guests back in time to experience the magic and essence of Queen themselves. This deliberate four-piece band is “guaranteed to blow your mind” with iconic four-part harmonies and expertly executed musical interludes. Almost Queen’s impressive tribute to Queen is nothing short of breathtaking. The band’s authenticity shines through in their impeccable attention to detail and genuine costumes, while their live energy and precision will leave music fans of all ages with an unforgettable concert experience. Tickets to the Hot Summer Fun Kick-Off featuring Almost Queen: A Tribute to Queen go on sale Friday, May 24th via ticketmaster.com. Guests looking to use Momentum Dollars and all other forms of payment to purchase tickets can visit the Box Office located at the Hotel Front Desk. For the safety and security of all Mohegan Pennsylvania guests and team members, all bags and persons are subject to search. Glass bottles, outside food & drink, portable chairs and weapons of any kind are prohibited in the event area. Bags and purses will not be allowed in the event area. Small 4×6 clutch purses with or without a strap will be permitted. All guests must be 21+ to attend. Valid identification required for entry. Additionally, most areas of Mohegan Pennsylvania are restricted to guests 21 years of age and older, including the hotel, gaming areas, and several restaurants. Valid, unexpired photo identification is required (driver’s license, passport, military ID). Expired identification will not be accepted.
Mohegan Pennsylvania Unveils New Smoke-Free Gaming Space Mohegan Pennsylvania is unveiling a thrilling new gaming area where guests can play in a smoke-free environment. Conveniently located just inside the Hotel entrance at Mohegan Pennsylvania, the Aristocrat Gaming Lounge offers over 2,000 square feet of gaming space, complete with a full Aristocrat Gaming brand takeover. The lounge features an exclusive array of top gaming products by Aristocrat with 55 slot machines available, including classic favorites such as Dragon Link™, Lightning Link™ and Buffalo™, along with hot new titles like Whisker Wheels™, Mo’ Mummy™ and Triple Supreme Extreme™. Tony Carlucci, President of Mohegan Pennsylvania, expressed his enthusiasm about the new offering, stating, “We are thrilled to launch the smoke-free Aristocrat Gaming Lounge as part of our commitment to providing exceptional and comfortable gaming experiences. Our collaboration with Aristocrat, an award-winning casino slot provider, has allowed us to offer a truly exciting gaming experience.” The Aristocrat Gaming Lounge is not only about gaming, but also about ambiance. It features bespoke lighting and exclusive artwork, dynamic depictions of Aristocrat’s beloved characters seemingly breaking through the lounge walls. Additionally, the lounge boasts state-of-the-art LCD video panels that keep guests informed about the latest Aristocrat content. For more information about the new Aristocrat Gaming Lounge and all other gaming details at Mohegan Pennsylvania, visit moheganpa.com/playing.
