The Wright Center for Community Health to Celebrate National Health Center Week With Children’s Fair Families are invited to celebrate healthy living and back-to-school season at The Wright Way to Wellness: Kids Edition, a free children’s wellness fair hosted by The Wright Center for Community Health as part of National Health Center Week. The event will take place from 2-5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6, in the auditorium at The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton, 501 S. Washington Ave. Open to the public, the fair returns for a second consecutive year after drawing several hundred families to its inaugural program. Children and their families can enjoy fitness and art activities, healthy snacks and nutrition demonstrations, a backpack and school supply giveaway, raffles, and interactive exhibits while learning about school physicals, vaccinations, and other health resources. The event will also feature the Lackawanna County Public Library system and community partners, including Marywood University, Build-N-Athlete, and Valley in Motion. The children’s wellness fair is one of several events The Wright Center will host during National Health Center Week, Aug. 2-8, an annual celebration recognizing the essential role community health centers play in improving access to high-quality, comprehensive, whole-person primary health services. Community health centers like The Wright Center serve patients regardless of their income, insurance status, or ability to pay. This year’s National Health Center Week theme, “Community Health Centers: Chemistry for Strong Communities,” highlights the partnerships that strengthen communities and improve health outcomes. In fiscal year 2025-26, The Wright Center served more than 39,000 unique patients in Lackawanna, Luzerne, Wayne, and Wyoming counties. Collectively, community health centers provide care to more than 32.5 million people annually – about one in 10 Americans – including many who are uninsured or living below the federal poverty level. “National Health Center Week is a celebration of the vital role community health centers play in keeping our communities healthy and connected,” said Kara Seitzinger, executive director of public affairs and advisor liaison to the president/CEO. “Every day, we provide responsive, whole-person primary and preventive health services to our neighbors who need it most, and we’re excited to celebrate that impact by hosting this children’s wellness fair and several other community events.” The Wright Center is hosting a slate of free activities to celebrate National Health Center Week, including: ● Monday, Aug. 3, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., The Wright Center for Community Health Clarks Summit, 1145 Northern Blvd., South Abington Twp., backpack giveaway. ● Tuesday, Aug. 4, noon-2 p.m., The Wright Center for Community Health Mid Valley, 5 S. Washington Ave., Jermyn, food giveaway. ● Thursday, Aug. 6, noon-2 p.m., The Wright Center for Community Health North Pocono, 260 Daleville Highway, Suite 103, Covington Township, food giveaway. ● Friday, Aug. 7, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Wright Center for Community Health North Pocono, 260 Daleville Highway, Suite 103, Covington Township, backpack and school supply giveaway. ● Saturday, Aug. 8, 9-10:30 a.m., Olive Street Trailhead entrance to the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Scranton, Walk with a Doc. For more information, visit TheWrightCenter.org/events
Dave & Buster’s to Host Holiday Party Preview Open House Dave & Buster’s will host a Holiday Party Preview Open House on Tuesday, July 28, at 4 p.m., giving attendees the opportunity to experience the venue and begin planning their holiday celebrations. Guests are invited to bring a guest and enjoy a complimentary VIP holiday sneak peek with no presentations or sales pressure. The event includes complimentary food, drinks and unlimited game play, along with two premium drink tickets and a $25 Power Card. Attendees will also have the opportunity to sample holiday menu offerings, including prime rib, grilled salmon, cheese tortellini alfredo with bacon, mini cheesecakes and more. Guests who book their holiday event during the Holiday Party Preview Open House will receive 20% off their holiday party booking.
Outreach – Center for Community Resources to host Children’s Career Fair Outreach- Center for Community Resources will host its annual Children’s Career Fair on Saturday, August 22, from 10 am to 1 pm. The career fair will be at 431 North 7th Avenue in Scranton and will have the theme “Professions for Parents, Too!” Kids ages 2 to 12 and their parents will be able to explore more than 40 career options and discover their interests in a fun, hands-on environment. Professionals from local industries will lead interactive activities. Parents and caregivers will also be able to speak with local employees to learn about potential career pathways and opportunities in the area. This year’s “Professions for Parents, Too!” component will allow adults to explore careers alongside their kids. Each child will complete a “career passport” as they move through the booths at the event. When it’s complete, they can choose an educational item from the free children’s store. There will also be face-painting, live music, STEAM projects, free back-to-school haircuts, back-to-school supplies, take-home career materials, and complimentary food and treats. “We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to dream big and aspire to greatness,” said Lori Chaffers, MSW, President/CEO of Outreach. “The Children’s Career Fair gives children the chance to explore different professions, spark their imaginations, and picture a bright future. By connecting parents with local employers at the same time, we support the whole family in working toward stability and self-sufficiency.” For more information about this event, you can contact Liz Ratchford at (570) 558-7562 or lratchford@outreachworks.org.
Cornerstone Caregiving celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting Cornerstone Caregiving has opened its facility at 1310 Church Street in Moscow and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 10. The Cornerstone team also hosted an open house event after the ceremony, where community members were able to tour the facility and learn more about the compassionate care the center provides. Cornerstone provides round-the-clock in-home services for senior citizens.
Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins Announce 2026-27 Regular Season Schedule The Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins have announced their 2026-27 regular season schedule along with home opener game. The home opener game will take place on Saturday, October 3rd at 6:05 pm at Mohegan Arena.
Ritter’s Winery accepting artist submissions for upcoming Art Walk event Ritter’s Winery & Cidery in Lake Ariel is accepting submissions from local artists for its outdoor Food + Wine + Design: Art Walk and Book Release event on Friday, July 31, 2026. The event, from 6:00-9:00 pm, will feature the release of The Designer’s Palate: A Farm to Table Fabulous Cookbook by Kimberly Storm Ritter, and organizers of the event want to involve the art community as well. Interested artists can message Ritter’s Winery & Cidery on Facebook or email info@ritterswinery.com with several examples of their work and their contact information. There is no entry fee and 0% commission. Space is limited. The winery will contact artists with more details once all of the artists are selected for the event.
Dave & Busters to Host “Bingo Gone Wild” on July 14th BINGO GONE WILD is NOT your Grandma’s Bingo Night! This high energy experience cranks up the music, ups the prizes and throws tradition out the window. Expect wild rounds, surprise challenges and nonstop laughs as players compete, dance and party their way through bingo. Fast paced, unpredictable and unapologetically FUN! It isn’t just a game, it’s a PARTY!! Tickets include 1 sheet of 4 Bingo Cards for each of 8 games. Additional boards are available onsite. Hosted and music by DJ Josh! Full bar and menu available for purchase. Appetizer platters are also available that serve between 5-7 guests. Call or email to place an advance order. *AGES 18 & UP Get Your Tickets Early! Bingo Gone Wild Ticket Link – D&B Scranton
Neighborworks, SafteyWorks For Seniors Volunteer Day NeighborWorks Northeastern Pennsylvania (NeighborWorks) will serve eight older adult-headed households with much needed exterior painting and small repairs throughout the City of Scranton as part of the SafetyWorks for Seniors volunteer day on Thursday, July 2. More than 80 volunteers will be mobilized from MTF Biologics to make this volunteer event possible. Volunteers will provide the households with exterior painting and various other home repairs.“Highmark is honored to continue our support the NeighborWorks Aging in Place program. We are deeply committed to helping older adults live safely and with dignity in their homes,” said Katie Kemmerer, Community Affairs Regional Manager, NEPA, at Highmark Blue Cross Shield, “We’re so proud to be part of this initiative, bringing vital volunteer services to [these households] in NEPA. Thank you, NeighborWorks, and allof the day’s volunteers, for your incredible work!” Highmark Bright Blue Futures and United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania have also partnered with NeighborWorks to make this event a success.
Ticket deal available for Alabama concert at Montage Mountain LiveNation is offering a special discount on tickets for an upcoming concert. Be sure to take advantage of the $25 ticket deal for the Alabama show on Sunday, July 12th at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain. The concert starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are available by clicking here and entering the password: friends
Circle Drive In Announces Upcoming Events SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT CIRCLE DRIVE-IN THIS WEEKEND! THURSDAY, JUNE 25TH LACKAWANNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY SUMMER KICK-OFF MOVIE Screen One: “Jaws” (PG) at 9:00 PM DOUBLE FEATURES ALL WEEKEND ON THE LARGEST OUTDOOR SCREEN IN PA THIS WEEKEND FRIDAY, JUNE 26TH, SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH, & SUNDAY, JUNE 28TH Screen One:“Toy Story 5” (PG) at 9:10 PM“Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” (PG-13) at 11:15 PM Screen Two:“Supergirl” (PG-13) at 9:30 PM“The Breadwinner” (PG) at 12:00 AM SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH – PHAROAHS CAR CLUB OF SCRANTON, CARS & COFFEE 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Show off your ride or take a look at some local cars All are welcome, free event CIRCLE FLEA FAIR IS NOW OPEN EVERY SUNDAY FROM 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Shoppers & Vendors, NEPA’s Largest Flea Fair is NOW OPEN for the season, every Sunday until November! New vendors are welcome weekly; only food & beverage vendors need to apply this season. Shoppers, just $1.00 per vehicle to get in & explore! Visit circledrive-in.com/fleafair for more information! UPCOMING EVENTS: SATURDAY, JULY 18TH Screen Two: “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” (R) at 11:00 PM A live-shadowcast performance by “Sweet Translucent Dreams” SATURDAY, AUGUST 8TH SEEK Pro Wrestling “Dead Heat” 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM SATURDAY, AUGUST 15TH NEPA Horror Spooky Summer 2026 12:00 PM Meet & Greets, Vendors, Live Music, Theater Performances, Food Trucks, Movies, and More! -VISIT CIRCLEDRIVE-IN.COM FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON ALL UPCOMING EVENTS-
