Brian Floyd, ACBC, CBC Named Simply the Best Insurance Agent 2021 In addition to Gunn-Mowery winning Best Insurance Agency, our very own, Brian Floyd was named Simply the Best Insurance Agent. Brian began his career with Gunn-Mowery in 2004 and concentrates on employee benefits for the mid-market and large group market. Brian is also our Genesis Healthcare Consortium expert, a program unique to Gunn-Mowery that minimizes health care expenses and reduces insurance carrier profits. He hold the designation of ACBC (Advanced Charter Benefits Consultant) which gives him the expertise in the area of HSAs, FSAs, and HRA/MERP plans, as well as CBC (Chartered Benefits Consultant).
The Dave Matthews Band Concert at Mohegan Sun Arena Date Change The Wednesday, November 10th Dave Matthews Band show at Mohegan Sun Arena has been rescheduled to Monday, November 8th. The Tuesday, November 9th Dave Matthews Band performance will remain the same. Tickets for the November 10th show will be honored for the new date on November 8th. Refunds will also be available at the point of purchase for fans who cannot attend the rescheduled date. Refund requests must be submitted by 10:00am ET on Tuesday, September 7th. Please note that both of these performances, the Event Organizer will require ticket holders to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (original vaccination card or a printed copy from at least two weeks after final dose) or a negative test taken within 48-hours prior to entry at Mohegan Sun Arena. Ticket holders using a negative test for entry will not need to get subsequent tests if they are attending both shows. For questions and additional information regarding health checks, please visit Ticketmaster Fan Support here. For more information on Mohegan Sun Arena and other great events at Mohegan Sun, please visit mohegansun.com.
Scranton Cultural Center to Host Final Summer Concert The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple will host the final show in its free outdoor summer concert series on September 10 with alternative rock/punk band Blind Choice. The show will take place outside the Scranton Cultural Center at 420 N. Washington Avenue. “This concert series has been such a great success, and we’ve loved providing live entertainment for our community again. It was a great way to lead into our upcoming season,” said Deborah Moran Peterson, SCC Executive Director. Blind Choice is an alternative rock & punk trio from Pennsylvania, Blind Choice was formed with its current members in March 2017. The band, with four years under its belt, has quickly gained success and has shared the stage with artists like Richie Ramone (The Ramones), Bowling For Soup, Drake Bell, Diamante, Sponge and TRAPT Official just to name a few! With well over 150 shows performed, the trio continues to perform throughout the tristate region playing at iconic music venues from The Bitter End to the Stanhope House, H*MAC, Chameleon Club and Mount Airy Casino & Lodge. The band is performs a mix of originals and covers, and stripped down raw acoustic tunes. Band members include Dylan Pysher (Vocals/Lead Guitar), Matt Habrial (Bass/Backup Vocals) and Tanner Snyder (Drums). All current CDC Guidelines will be followed, with any updates being shared via social media. Patrons are requested to wear face coverings while inside the building. The performance will run from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM; a cash bar with light fare will open at 6:00 PM prior to the show. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors. To learn more about the Scranton Cultural Center and its upcoming events, visit SCCMT.org. The free outdoor summer concert series is sponsored by LT Verrastro, Truly Hard Seltzer, UGI Utilities Inc., WBRE/WYOU and Fidelity Bank. It is supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
Women’s Resource Center Wish List The Women’s Resource Center (WRC) works to end domestic and sexual violence against women, children, teenagers, and men. Women and children fleeing domestic violence are often in need of many essential items: Gift Cards for groceriesGas CardsColts Bus PassesPhone CardsGift Cards for Car RepairRetail Gift CardsNew Car SeatsChildren’s PajamasNew Women’s SocksNew Women’s UnderwearWomen’s PajamasHair Care Products for Women of ColorJournals/NotebooksPocket CalendarsShampoo/Conditioner/Body WashTampons, PadsHairbrushes/Combs New Hair DryersNew Towels & WashclothsNew Bed Sheets & PillowcasesCookware-Pots & PansUtensils and silverwarePlates, Cups, BowlsBackpacks for Boys & GirlsSchool SuppliesFlash DrivesNew Small Household AppliancesLaundry DetergentLaundry BasketPet Food (Dry and Canned) *smaller bags*Cat Litter KITCHEN Dishes setGlasses setPots/pans setDish drying rackDish towels/clothsCooking utensil setKnife blockToasterCoffee makerSet of SilverwareGarbage Can BEDROOM Bedding/sheets pillowsMattress coverBedroom garbage can BATHROOM Shower linerShower curtain (set w/bath rug)Garbage canBathroom towels KID’S ROOMS Crib sheets/liner if applicableTwin bed sheets for kids/comforter sets Other Neutral window CurtainsSmall vacuumsCleaning suppliesBroom/dust pan We do not accept: Used Clothing or sample sized or hotel toiletries. Places that do accept these items are:Angels Attic- United Neighborhood Center – 570 343-8835 Safety Net- (570) 347-4730
Lehigh Valley Health Network to Offer COVID-19 Vaccine at La Festa Italiana In an effort to get our community vaccinated, Lehigh Valley Health Network will be offering the COVID-19 vaccine at La Festa Italiana on Sunday, Sept. 5 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Both the Johnson & Johnson and the Pfizer Vaccine will be available. Anyone under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to get vaccinated. The COVID-19 vaccinations provided by LVHN are free. To learn more about the COVID-19 Vaccines, visit LVHN.org/vaccines.
Inaugural Penguins 5k, a Success Runners (and walkers) from around the area dodged the raindrops Sunday morning to take part in the inaugural Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 5K, presented by PNC Bank. Eryn Milius paced the field of 87 participants with a time of 19:49.86 on the Back Mountain Trail course, taking home first overall honors among all participants. Twenty-two seconds behind Milius was Nathan Wood, whose 20:11.45 time led all male runners. Awards were presented to the top three overall performers for both men and women, as well as in the 19-and-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60-plus divisions. All participants received a Penguins’ 5K t-shirt, participation puck, and a voucher good for a Penguins game during the 2021-22 season. Proceeds from the inaugural Penguins 5K, presented by PNC, go to the team’s GOALS Foundation, whose mission is to provide young people and families with the opportunity to experience the game of hockey firsthand. In addition to PNC Bank, the Keystone Mission, Brand Graphics and the Gregory Center also provided support to the inaugural race. A full listing of finishing times for the Penguins 5K is available online via the Falcon Race Timing website.
Northeast Regional Cancer Institute Receives Grant The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute received a $1,000 grant from the Luzerne County Bar Association Charitable Foundation at their annual summer outing at Fox Hill Country Club in Exeter. The event featured an evening of dinner, presentations featuring two student scholarships and honoring Attorney William F. Anzalone. Additionally, grants were presented to several nonprofit organizations in the region including the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. This $1,000 grant will help to support the Community-Based Cancer Screening Navigation Program. This program helps low income, uninsured, and underinsured individuals who are not up to date with breast, cervical, colon and lung cancer screenings.
Scranton Tomorrow Dedication Ceremony & Meet the Artist Reception Scranton Tomorrow and Members of the Mural Arts Program Committee cordially invite you to a Dedication Ceremony for the Danseur de Corde (Rope Dancer) Mural by Joel Carson Jones. Friday, September 3 at Danseur de Corde Mural328 Penn Avenue 5:15 to 7:30 p.m.Music by the Marko Marcinko Swing Band 6 to 6:15 p.m.Dedication Ceremony 6:15 p.m.Meet and Greet & Poster Signing with Artist Joel Carson Jones Autographed PostersPurchase a commemorative edition Danseur de Corde poster. Designed by Tara Tomasetti-Smith, these lovely keepsakes feature the work of Julie Jordan Photography. Be sure to request an autograph from Joel Carson Jones, the artist who brought our Rope Dancer to life! Video ToursGuests will also have the opportunity to be among the first to embark on a brief video tour of the project, produced by KP Productions, simply by scanning the QR posted at the mural site with their smartphones. Masks EncouragedAs an added precaution for the health and safety of our community, and our children, we encourage all guests to wear a mask while enjoying this special event. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.
Gunn-Mowery, LLC Named Simply the Best Insurance Agency 2021 For the seventh time, the readers of Harrisburg Magazine and the community voted Gunn-Mowery, LLC as “Simply the Best Insurance Agency”. The winners of each category were officially published in the August issue of Harrisburg Magazine. The entire team at Gunn-Mowery, LLC is honored and thankful for the support from our clients, business partners and community. This award gives us a vote of confidence that we are providing the very best customer service, living our pledge of loyalty every day and staying ahead of the curve with our technical knowledge.
