The Wright Center Announces Monthly ‘Walk with a Doc’ Events The Wright Center for Community Health invites residents of Luzerne, Lackawanna, and Wayne counties to put on their walking shoes and take a step towards improved health by joining one of the three regional, monthly Walk with a Doc events. This doctor-led initiative brings health care providers and community members together for an invigorating walk with doctors and other health care professionals. Participants will have the opportunity to exercise, engage with health care professionals, and connect with new people. The Walk with a Doc event in Lackawanna County is held on the first Saturday of each month at 9 a.m., now at its new location at Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Ave., Scranton. Walkers should gather at the park’s main entrance. The upcoming event is on Aug. 3. In Wayne County, the Walk with a Doc event takes place on the second Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. at the Lacawac Sanctuary, 94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel. All walks are a collaboration with Lacawac Sanctuary and AllOne Foundation & Charities. The next event is on Aug. 10. The Luzerne County Walk with a Doc event is scheduled for the third Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. at Kirby Park, 280 Market St., Kingston. The next event is on Aug. 17, with walkers meeting at the park’s main entrance. These doctor-led group walks are open to the community, accommodating people of all ages and fitness levels. Participation is free, and no pre-registration is necessary. Walk with a Doc is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring communities through movement and conversation. According to the American Heart Association, walking for just 30 minutes a day can improve blood pressure and blood sugar levels, help maintain a healthy body weight, and reduce the risk of obesity, enhance mental well-being, and lower the risk of osteoporosis. The Wright Center for Community Health, based in Scranton, operates 10 primary and preventive care practices in Northeast Pennsylvania, including a mobile medical and dental vehicle called Driving Better Health. Their practices provide integrated, whole-person primary health services, offering medical, dental, and behavioral health care, along with community-based addiction treatment and recovery services, all in one location for patient convenience. For more information about The Wright Center for Community Health’s Walk with a Doc program, contact Nicole Lipinski at lipinskin@TheWrightCenter.org or Christine Wysocky at wysockyc@TheWrightCenter.org.
NeighborWorks Announces Carbondale Community Clean and Green Week Volunteer Event NeighborWorks Northeastern Pennsylvania (NeighborWorks) is announcing the Carbondale Community Clean and Green Week volunteer event, taking place from August 19-23, 2024. NeighborWorks acknowledges and thanks the City of Carbondale for their support and partnership in this initiative. Clean and Green efforts will kick off in Scranton on August 19-20. These initial days are managed through the University of Scranton. From August 21-23, Clean and Green efforts will take place in the City of Carbondale. NeighborWorks is actively recruiting community volunteers from Carbondale to join efforts in their city. Volunteer work will include power washing, window washing, debris removal, lawn maintenance, and other identified outdoor cleaning work. Only existing NeighborWorks Aging in Place clients will be receiving these services.For more information about where volunteers will be working, quotes or additional information please contact Alyssa Espinoza, Aging in Place Project Specialist at 570-877-3240, or Mary Endrusick, Director of Aging in Place at 570-954-0637.
LCBC Church 2024 Global Leadership Summit Get LCBC Church Global Leadership Summit tickets for you and your team to join us, Thursday & Friday, August 8-9, 2024, for a life-changing leadership development experience! During the largest leadership experience in the world, you will be fueled with inspiration, triggered into intentional action, and empowered to lead from where you are. Whether you attend online or in-person at one of our locations, register for the 2024 Global Leadership Summit and be a part of the following: Experience two days of rich, high-impact, inspiring sessions Learn from the diverse faculty of leadership experts who will share their wisdom and practical perspective Gain support in your leadership growth and leverage the Summit as a resource to transform yourself and your community
Outreach – Center for Community Resources Children’s Career Fair and Professions for Parents Outreach – Center for Community Resources will host its fourth annual Children’s Career Fair at Outreach, 431 North 7th Avenue, Scranton, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 AM to 1 PM. This exciting Children’s Career Fair will ignite young minds and offer opportunities for kids of all ages to explore various career options and discover their passions in a fun and interactive environment. Children and parents will have the opportunity to explore over 30 careers through fun and interactive activities. Several local companies will also be offering information on current employment opportunities within their companies. The Outreach Children’s Career Fair is free and open to all families with children interested in interacting with businesses and exploring future career possibilities! It’s never too early for children to think about their future careers! Last year’s event featured hands-on activities like fishing for recyclables, creating their own house floorplan, bubble blowing, creating a mural with the Outreach staff, seeing emergency vehicles up close, and so much more! We aim to spark curiosity, stimulate creativity, and broaden horizons as children engage with professionals from various industries. Event Highlights: Diverse Career Booths: Children will have the opportunity to visit exciting career booths representing professions like science, technology, arts, healthcare, engineering, and more. Volunteers from each industry will be on hand to share their experiences, answer questions, and demonstrate exciting aspects of their professions. Hands-on Activities: The event will feature numerous interactive activities that allow children to explore different careers. Each activity will be educational and entertaining, from creating art masterpieces to conducting simple science experiments. Back-to-School Supplies and Haircuts: To add to the excitement, back-to-school haircuts and back-to-school supplies will be available. Career materials will also be available to promote learning and creativity. “We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to dream big and aspire to greatness,” said Lori Chaffers, Executive Director, Outreach. “The Children’s Career Fair is a perfect platform for children to explore various professions, ignite their imaginations, and gain valuable insights into different career options. By exposing them to diverse possibilities, we hope to motivate and prepare them for a bright future.” We are grateful to all the volunteers, partners, and sponsors whose support has made this event possible. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to inspire the future leaders of tomorrow! Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend with their children and participate in the activities together. For more information, please call Liz Ratchford at the office: (570)558-7562 or cell: (570)954-6755
Johnson College Enrolling Students in Forklift Operator Training Course Johnson College now enrolling for its Forklift Operator Training Course on Saturday, August 17, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Diesel Truck Technology Center at its Scranton campus. The cost of the course is $200, but if you are a current Johnson College student or alum the cost is only $100. Space is limited! The forklift operator training is designed to familiarize students with OSHA Powered Industrial Truck Operator Training Requirements (29CFR Standard 1910.178 and ASME B56.1), provide current training requirements under the newly adopted standards, and assist participants in becoming an authorized operator of forklifts through theory and tactile testing. Nine hours of instruction including pre-operational inspection, picking up, traveling, and placing loads, parking procedures, refueling, and practical operation. To learn more or to enroll, visit https://johnson.edu/continuing-ed/forklift/ or contact the Continuing Education Department at 570-702-8979 or continuinged@johnson.edu.
Geisinger Marworth to Host Fun Run Geisinger Marworth Treatment Center will host a Recovery Fun Run at 10 a.m. Sept. 8 on the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail. Runners or walkers can register for a 5k run or a 1-mile walk to benefit the Geisinger Marworth Therapeutic Activities Fund. The fund supports healthy, sober activities for patients after discharge, to help them stay in recovery. Medals will be awarded to male and female winners in each age group and participants will be eligible for prizes in a raffle drawing. Preregistration is $25 before Sept. 5 and will guarantee a race t-shirt. Day-of registration is $30 and will include a race t-shirt while supplies last. Check-in time is from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. and runners will meet at the Olive Street trailhead at the Scranton Half Marathon pavilion. Registeration is open here. For more information on Geisinger Marworth and its Therapeutic Recreation Program visit marworth.org.
Keystone Mission to Host 2024 Gala Keystone Mission invites you to enjoy a delightful evening of delicious food and mingling with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference in our community. When: Sunday, September 29th from 4-7pm. Where: Fiorelli’s Family Catering in Peckville Your attendance and support at the Gala will directly impact the lives of individuals facing homelessness. Do you or someone you know own a business? We would love to see you become a sponsor! See the link for more details on how you can get involved in helping the homeless, hungry, and hurting people in Northeast PA!
Johnson College to Host Transfer Day Johnson College is holding a Transfer Day on Thursday, July 31, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its Scranton and Hazleton campuses. The College is encouraging current college students who are interested in changing the direction of their education and ultimately their career path to visit its campus. Students will meet with Enrollment, Financial Aid, Career Services, and Counseling and Disability Services representatives. In addition, staff members from the Registrar’s Office will be on hand for transfer credit analyses and to review potential schedules for the upcoming semester. Students will learn why Johnson College is the leader in hands-on education, how it exposes students to industry from day one, and how its two-year degree programs, focusing on careers in in-demand industries, have the highest return on investment in the short term. To attend Transfer Day at Johnson College, students must register online at Johnson.edu/transfer or contact the College’s enrollment team at enroll@johnson.edu or (570) 702-8856.
Scranton Tomorrow to Host Summer of Scranton Don’t miss Scranton Tomorrow’s Summer of Scranton event series supporting Downtown Scranton businesses July 20 to July 27. Here are a few highlights of what’s coming your way: Party on Penn Saturday, July 20 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 100, 200, 300 blocks of Penn Avenue Sidewalk sales, music, family-friendly activities The Art Room, 305 Penn Ave Commonwealth Coffeehouse, 101 Penn Ave The Daisy Collective, 328 Penn Ave The Giving Tree Wellness Center, 311 Penn Ave Fork n’ Bowl, 305 Penn Ave Penn House Boutique, 314 Penn Ave RD Blow Dry Bar, 324 Penn Ave Scranton Art Haus, 301 Lackawanna Ave THANK YOU to our Party On Penn Sponsor: Scranton Art Haus Summer of Scranton Restaurant Week Saturday, July 20 – Saturday, July 27 3-course, prix fixe (fixed price) menus AV Restaurant & Lounge, 320 Penn Ave Bartari, 101 Adams Ave Bar Pazzo, 131 N Washington Ave Fork n’ Bowl, 305 Penn Ave P.J.’s 1910 Pub, Hilton Conference Center, 100 Adams Ave The Garden Mediterranean Cafe, 109 N Washington Ave THANK YOU to our Summer of Scranton Restaurant Week Sponsor: The Scranton Life Building Dog Days of Summer on Biden Street Saturday, July 27 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sidewalk sales, music, family-friendly activities Amendolaro Boutique, 412 Biden St Live Studio at Amendolaro, 408 Biden St Burlap and Bourbon, 530 Biden St Lavish Scranton, 200 Adams Ave Northern Light Espresso Bar and Cafe, 536 Biden St Scoops on Spruce, 406 Biden St Vecina Designs, 540 Biden St THANK YOU to our Dog Days of Summer on Biden Sponsor: The Scranton Life Building
