Lexington Entertainment releases summer and fall performance schedule

Doug Smith’s Music and Lexington Entertainment will take part in several performances from August through October 2026. You can find a full list of performances by going to the Lexington Entertainment Facebook page.

  • Sunday, August 2 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Nay Aug Park in Scranton from 2:00-4:00 PM
  • Wednesday, August 5 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Hillside Park in Clarks Summit from 6:00-8:00 PM
  • Friday, August 7 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Doherty Park in Scranton from 6:30-8:30 PM (sponsored by Scranton Tomorrow)
  • Saturday, August 8 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Waverly Wine Fest in Waverly. Admission is $5 per person
  • Sunday, August 9 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Grey Towers National Historic Site in Milford from 12:00-1:30 PM
  • Thursday, August 13 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Peckville Library in Peckville from 5:30-6:30 PM
  • Friday, August 15 – Doug Smith’s Jazz Quartet at Dennis Farm in Kingsley from 1:00-4:00 PM. RSVP required by emailing your name and phone number to dfcltforum@gmail.com
  • Sunday, August 16 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Gouldsboro Train Station in Gouldsboro from 12:30-2:30 PM
  • Sunday, August 23 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at the Pocono State Craft Festival in Stroudsburg from 1:30-4:30 PM
  • Sunday, September 6 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Fiber Festival in Hawley. Admission is $10 per person and kids under 12 are free
  • Saturday, October 3 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Scarecrow Festival at the Carbondale Library from 1:00-2:00 PM
  • Sunday, October 11 – Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars at Cresco Station Museum in Cresco from 1:00-3:00 PM
  • The Doug Smith Band will also play at the Skytop Lodge in Skytop from 8:00-10:00 PM on the following days: August 1, 15 & 29; September 5, 19 & 26; October 10 & 31; November 21 & 26; December 12 & 26

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.

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Sets 2024 RailRiders Home Schedule

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, Triple-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, have announced their home game times for the 2024 season. The new season begins on March 29 at Buffalo with the home opener slated for April 2. The RailRiders will once again play a 150-game slate with 75 games set for PNC Field.

The first pitch for all weeknight games throughout the season will be at 6:35 P.M. Saturday games in April and May will start at 4:05 P.M. and shift to 6:05 starting on June 8 for the remainder of the summer. All Sunday games will begin at 1:05 P.M. in 2024.

Games on May 7 and 21 will have a 6:05 P.M. first pitch.

The RailRiders will host two STEM School Day games in 2024 with 11:05 A.M. start times. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre hosts Rochester on Wednesday, May 8, and Syracuse on Wednesday, May 22, in the early games. STEM School Day games are presented by Penn State Scranton, Penn State Hazleton and Penn State Wilkes-Barre.

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and Louisville will play at 1:05 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31, at PNC Field.

The final Saturday game of the home schedule, September 14 against Lehigh Valley, is set with a 4:05 p.m. start.

Promotions and giveaways will be announced at a later time and all game times are subject to change.

Season ticket memberships, including premium seating, full season, half season and partial plans, are on sale now. Find more information online at swbrailriders.com or by calling (570) 969-2255.

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s 2024 Home Schedule Set

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, Triple-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, are pleased to announce their home schedule for the 2024 season. The RailRiders will begin their season on the road on March 29 with the home opener scheduled for Tuesday, April 2.

The 2024 season is once again slated with 150 games, split evenly between PNC Field and the road.

“With just one more homestand remaining this season, it’s time to start looking ahead to what’s next,” stated Katie Beekman, the RailRiders General Manager. “We have had a great 2023 season so far and this is the first step in looking forward towards how we plan an exciting promotional schedule for our fans that will complement the talent that the New York Yankees put on the field.”

The 2024 schedule is comprised of 24 six-game series and two three-game sets. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre will host Syracuse (New York Mets affiliate), Lehigh Valley (Philadelphia), Rochester (Washington), Norfolk (Baltimore), Buffalo (Toronto), Worcester (Boston) and Louisville (Cincinnati) at PNC Field.

The RailRiders will once again be home on July 4, hosting the IronPigs.

Highlights of the 2024 home schedule include:
April 2 thru 7: Opening Week at PNC Field against Syracuse

April 16 thru 21: The IronRail Series returns to PNC Field as Lehigh Valley comes to town
May 7 thru 12: Rochester makes its first 2024 visit to MoosicJune 4 thru 9: Norfolk is in town for a six-game series as Baltimore continues to boast a top-tier farm system
June 18 thru 30: A two-week homestand with Buffalo and Worcester heading to PNC Field
July 4 thru 6: Three games at PNC Field against the IronPigs beginning on Independence Day
July 23 thru August 4: A two-week homestand as Worcester and Louisville make the trek
September 10 thru 15: Final homestand of 2024 when SWB entertains Lehigh Valley one more time

Road opponents, game times and promotions will be announced at a later time and the 2024 schedule remains subject to change. For more information,  please visit swbrailriders.com or call (570) 969-BALL.  

Lexington Entertainment February Music Schedule

Lexington Entertainment is hosting live music at local events throughout the month of February.

Friday, February 17, 2023 at 6:00PM-7:00 PM               

DOUG SMITH’S DIXIELAND ALL-STARS                              

Blakely/Peckville Crimewatch

Association Fundraiser – Mardi Gras Style

Fiorelli’s 1501 Main Street, Peckville PA 570-489-6777

The cost is $65

Tuesday, February 21, 2023 (Fat Tuesday) at 5:00PM-7:00PM              

DOUG SMITH’S DIXIELAND ALL-STARS                                  

  Mardi Gras Celebration – Authentic Cajun Cuisine

Villa Maria  II  1610 Washburn Street, Scranton, PA (570) 347-8010

Autumn Train Rides at Steamtown

Enjoy the cooler weather and fall foliage aboard a train at Steamtown National Historic Site! Rail experiences vary from short 30-minute trips exploring the park’s historic railroad yard to full-day trips through the Poconos.

Visitors can purchase advance tickets for our autumn excursions (Sep.-Oct.) online through recreation.gov or on-site at our Information Kiosk during regular business hours of 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, daily. Tickets for our short train rides, the Scranton Limited and Caboose Experience, are not available online or for advance purchase and must be purchased on-site at the Information Kiosk, the day of your visit. All ticket sales will be credit card only.

2022 Autumn Excursion Schedule

Specific event information, including ticket prices, can be found by visiting the event calendar on the park website anytime.

  • Saturday, September 24th – Carbondale: Autumn Marketplace
  • Saturday, October 1st – East Stroudsburg: Pickle Me Poconos
  • Saturday, October 8th – Gouldsboro: Pumpkin Patch
  • Saturday, October 15th – Delaware Water Gap: Fall Foliage
  • Saturday, October 22nd – Tobyhanna: Fall Foliage and Town Tour
  • Saturday, October 29th – Gouldsboro: Ghoulsboro Halloween

Short Train Rides – offered through November 5, 2022:

  • The Scranton Limited or the Caboose Experience will operate on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, as staffing permits. Departure times are: 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:15pm, and 2:30pm.
  • Tickets are $6 for adults and kids over the age of 5; kids 5 and under are free. Tickets must be purchased on-site at the Information Kiosk, the day of your visit. Tickets are valid for unlimited rides on the date of purchase; seating availability is first come, first served.

On dates we run our longer excursions, Short Train Rides may be cancelled due to limited crew availability. To check on the status of the Short Train Ride schedule the day of your planned visit, please call 570-340-5204.

NOTICE:

  • Masking requirements in NPS buildings and on passenger coaches are based on local conditions. Updates are posted weekly, on Fridays, to www.nps.gov/stea.
  • Train rides are subject to cancellation due to mechanical issues, inclement weather, or crew availability.