Johnson College to Host Free “Test Strategies That Change the Game” Workshop on September 10 Unlock the secrets to peak test performance. Many high-achieving students find that mastering effective test strategies and strong time management is the key to translating their knowledge into higher scores. Johnson College’s WAVE Department is hosting a free “Test Strategies That Change the Game” workshop on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Ideal Saldi Hall on its Scranton campus. To register, visit johnson.edu/workshops. The free workshop introduces a focused, proven study system designed to maximize preparation time and significantly boost information retention. Participants will leave with practical tools to approach any exam with confidence and precision. Attendees will explore the underlying structure and design principles of written exams; learn a reliable, step-by-step method for studying, organizing, and retaining crucial information; and master proven techniques to eliminate incorrect answers and improve test-taking accuracy. The workshop is open to individuals ages 15 and older and is free to attend. PA EMS continuing education is included (3.5 hours, other). Space is limited to 65 participants per workshop. For more information, email wave@johnson.edu or call 570-702-8979. WAVE (Workforce Advancement & Value-Added Education) is Johnson College’s hub for continuing education and workforce development. WAVE empowers learners with the skills and knowledge needed to adapt to an ever-changing workforce and achieve long-term career success.
Geisinger College of Health Sciences to Host Free Event to Explore Bullying and How to Respond Bullying can take many forms, and recognizing the warning signs can help adults deter bullies and help their targets. That’s why Geisinger College of Health Sciences will host the free event They’re Not Just Bein’ Mean: Navigating the World of Kids Who Think They Are Sopranos on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 5:30 p.m. at 525 Pine St., Scranton. Timothy Lionetti, Ph.D., pediatric psychologist, will lead the session, which will provide practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting children and navigating the reporting process. Attendees will learn about: ● Different types of bullying and how they may present ● Warning signs that a child may be experiencing — or engaging in — bullying ● Practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting children ● How to navigate the reporting process ● Ways adults can help create a safer, more supportive environment for children Register for free at: go.geisinger.edu/bully The event is part of Geisinger’s Third Wednesday Community Education Series, which brings trusted health expertise to the Scranton community. Lionetti is available for interviews before the event.
Join Neighborworks at the fifth annual West Scranton Fall Festival This year, NeighborWorks Northeastern Pennsylvania is excited to present its fifth annual West Scranton Fall Festival! This event is FREE to the public and will be held on Saturday, September 19 from 12 p.m. noon to 5 p.m. at Clover Field (400 W Locust St, Scranton). The West Scranton Fall Festival is an annual family-friendly event celebrating the fall season. The NEPA Scene live music stage will feature an incredible lineup of local talent including DJ duo Cowgirl Pills and live music acts Tori V & The Karma and Brendan Michael Smith & The Susquehanna Boom Co. The festival will also feature food trucks, bounce houses and face painting for the kids, free caricature portraits, the Steamtown National Historic Site Ring of Fire, a live animal demonstration, mini golf, booths from local community partners providing activities and giveaways, and free popcorn for all.
WRC hosting 50th Golden Jubilee WRC, Inc. in Scranton is hosting its 50th Golden Jubilee on October 22 to celebrate the organization’s legacy, recognize the community members that have helped make its work possible, and look ahead to the organization’s next chapter. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Lace by Epicurean in Scranton. The evening’s program will offer guests an inside look at the critical services WRC provides, including housing, legal advocacy, and crisis support. Guests will also learn more about WRC’s pet program, which helps ensure that survivors do not have to choose between their own safety and the safety of their beloved pets. As part of the celebration, WRC will honor the Hawk and Frieder Families, whose steadfast support and commitment to WRC have helped advance the organization’s mission for decades. You can buy tickets and learn more about the 50th Golden Jubilee here. WRC’s mission for the past 50 years has been to eliminate domestic violence and sexual abuse through advocacy, education, and systemic change while empowering survivors with comprehensive, compassionate services.
Female Chamber members invited to take part in free online networking event NuuMe Business Academy is inviting all female members of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce to take part in a Zoom meeting that will help women entrepreneurs network, learn and become a part of a community of businesswomen. The Zoom event will be on September 18th from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and is free. This event is part of NuuMe Business Academy’s Global Women Entrepreneur Network (GWEN). Anyone who’s interested in attending can call or text Guzal Mustafina at (917) 915-0027.
Scranton Cultural Center Announces Menopause the Musical on November 17 Broadway in Scranton just announced the international hit show Menopause The Musical® is coming to the Scranton Cultural Center for one night only November 17 at 7:30 PM. Menopause The Musical® is a groundbreaking celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived “The Change.” Beginning Monday, August 31 at 10AM, tickets will be available online at BroadwayInScranton.com and in person at the Scranton Cultural Center box office. Box office hours are Monday – Friday 10AM – 5PM and Saturday 10AM – 2PM. Now celebrating 25 years of female empowerment through hilarious musical comedy, Menopause The Musical® has evolved as a “grassroots” movement of women who deal with life adjustments around 40 by embracing each other and the road ahead. What began with 76 women in an Orlando perfume shop-turned-theater laughing, kicklining, and celebrating menopause for the first time became a global movement. The musical shattered the stigma around menopause and turned a once-taboo topic into a badge of honor. Set in a department store, four women meet while shopping for a black lace bra at a lingerie sale. After noticing similarities among one another, the ladies joke about their woeful hot flashes, mood swings, wrinkles, weight gain, and much more. These women form a sisterhood and a unique bond with the entire audience as they rejoice in celebrating that menopause is no longer “The Silent Passage.” It’s the Hilarious Celebration of Women and The Change!® Inspired by a hot flash and a bottle of wine, playwright Jeanie Linders created Menopause The Musical® to celebrate women at every stage of “The Change.” The laughter-filled 90-minute production gets audience members out of their seats and singing along to parodies from classic pop songs of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. The original Menopause The Musical® debuted in Orlando, Florida, and ran Off-Broadway for four years, performing for more than 1,500 audiences, followed by a U.S. national tour that is still running today. In 2007, it opened internationally in the United Kingdom and has performed in countries including Australia, South Korea, Brazil, France, Slovenia, and many more. It was also the longest-running musical in Las Vegas history. Beloved for 25 years and seen by more than 17 million, Menopause The Musical® has played every state in the continental U.S., more than 500 cities worldwide, and has been translated into nine languages. The production’s Book and Lyrics are by Jeanie Linders. The creative team includes Director Seth Greenleaf, Music Supervisor and Additional Arrangements Alan J. Plado, Assistant Director Kim Simari, Choreography Supervisor Teri Adams, and Assistant Music Supervisor Roberta B. Wall. Columbia Artist Theatricals represents the production. The Menopause The Musical® team invites audiences—both new and returning—to join the party that celebrates you, changes lives, sparks conversations, and — like its sisterhood — shows no signs of slowing down.
Chop Out Hunger to host Feeding the Future Dinner Chop Out Hunger’s Feeding the Future Dinner will take place on Wednesday, October 14 at 5:00 p.m. at Constantino’s Event Venue on Lackawanna Trail in Clarks Summit. This year, the organization will honor Dalida Walton, a member of Chop Out Hunger’s Board of Directors and a philanthropist in northeastern Pennsylvania. Tickets are $125 per person and can be purchased by clicking here. There are also sponsorship opportunities available.
Scranton Cultural Center hosting Open House event The Scranton Cultural Center is hosting an Open House event on Saturday, August 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at its location on North Washington Avenue. Patrons will be able to “test drive” seats that are available for the upcoming 2026-2027 Broadway In Scranton season. Attendees can sit in various locations throughout the theatre to find the seat that fits them best before purchasing their season ticket. Staff will be on hand to answer any questions about the 2026-2027 Broadway in Scranton Season and to help patrons purchase their season ticket(s). Season ticket prices for the six-show subscription are $409, $479 and $539. 2026-2027 shows include Mystic Pizza, Beetlejuice, Hadestown, Jersey Boys, Shucked and A Beautiful Noise. You can learn more about the Scranton Cultural Center by clicking here.
Fall at the Furnaces Brings Four Arts and Cultural Events to Scranton’s Historic Iron Furnaces This fall, one of Scranton’s most distinctive historic landmarks will become a destination for live music, theater, visual art, and performance as Valley In Motion (VIM) presents Fall at the Furnaces, a four-event series at the Scranton IronFurnaces, 159 Cedar Avenue. Presented in partnership with Good Things Are Happening! Fest, Scranton Shakespeare Festival, Scranton Fringe Festival, and the Anthracite Heritage Museum, Fall at the Furnaces celebrates Northeastern Pennsylvania’s creativity, culture, and community while bringing new activity to one of the city’s most significant historicpublic spaces. Four events. One historic destination. “Fall at the Furnaces activates an incredible place in our community,” said Gus Fahey, President of Valley In Motion. “The Iron Furnaces are an important part of Scranton’s founding story. This series brings new experiences to the community, creating memories through music, theater, and art.” Fall at the Furnaces 2026 Schedule Saturday, September 12 at 12:00 p.m. — Good Things Are Happening! Fest A day of music, art, food, drink, and vendors. goodthingsfestpa.com Saturday, September 19 at 7:30 p.m. — Scranton Shakespeare Festival’s “September Serenades”A family-friendly evening of Broadway music performed by vocalists and an orchestra.scrantonshakes.com Thursday, October 1, 5:00–10:00 p.m. & Friday, October 2, 5:00–9:00 p.m. — ScrantonFringe Festival Launch EventDynamic performances and immersive 3D projection art installations transform thehistoric site. scrantonfringe.org
Urban Co-Works hosting free networking event Urban Co-Works is hosting a free networking event on Tuesday, September 8 from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. The event will be at the Urban Co-Works building located at 116 North Washington Avenue 3rd Floor Scranton, PA. ‘Networking 5 to 7″ is designed to foster connections and collaboration among professionals in diverse industries. Attendees will be able to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and explore opportunities in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Entrepreneurs, freelancers, and corporate professionals are all welcome. You can secure your spot for this event here.
