NEPA Philharmonics’ Holiday Concerts: A Festive Tradition Returns! The Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic’s annual holiday concerts will feature the PNC Pops orchestra, under the baton of Maestra Mélisse Brunet, with soloist Nick Driscoll on clarinet. Performances will take place on Saturday, December 7, at 7 PM, at the FM Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, and an afternoon matinee on Sunday, December 8, at 3 PM, at the Scranton Cultural Center. Maestra Mélisse Brunet, the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, and Santa and Mrs. Claus invite you to celebrate the holiday season with the orchestra and special guests on December 7 and 8. Guest artists featured for Holiday 2024 are the Choral Society of Northeastern Pennsylvania, singers from the Wilkes University Choir (Dr. Joshua Harper, Artistic Director), Marywood University Concert Choir (Dr. Rick Hoffenberg, Music Director/Conductor), Ballet Theatre of Scranton (Joanne Arduino, Artistic Director), String Students of the Valenches Music Company, Special Guest Conductor Nancy Sanderson, and Santa and Mrs. Claus. This year’s concerts will include a broad variety of holiday favorites including “Jingle Bell Rock”, “Christmas Day”, “Klezmer 101”, “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers” danced by Ballet Theatre of Scranton, “White Christmas” “Angels from the Realm of Glory”, “Sleigh Ride”, and more. The concert will end with a Holiday Sing-Along” including “Deck the Halls” and ‘Jolly Old St. Nicholas”, finishing with a “Jingle Bells Concert Finale”. Sponsoring Holiday 2024 are PNC Foundation, Dr. Seth & Carolyn Fisher, Allied Services, Benco Dental, Geisinger, Gentex, Karam Orthodontics, Pagnotti Enterprises, Inc., Realty Network, Riggs Asset Management, and Toyota of Scranton. Media sponsors are WNEP 16, WVIA, Discover NEPA, Halibut Blue, Happenings, and Lamar. Tickets may be purchased online at NEPAphil.org, by calling the Philharmonic office at 570.270.4444, at the FM Kirby or Scranton Cultural Center Box Offices, now or at the door immediately prior to the concerts. Reserved seats range from $42-$78 and student tickets, K-12, are $16. Holiday 2024 is dedicated to Nancy Sanderson, Executive Director, who will be retiring on December 31, 2024, following a decade of dedicated service to the orchestra. Newly appointed Executive Director, Chason Goldschmitz, will formally assume his role on January 1, 2025.
RailRiders’ Breakfast with Santa Returns to PNC Field! Christmas comes early this year at PNC Field: Breakfast with Santa is BACK! Continue the tradition or start a new one at the ballpark with your loved ones and little ones on Saturday, December 7. Thanks to your high demand and positive testimonials, we’ll be bringing back the All-You-Can-Eat buffet with a loaded omelet station, CHAMP’S Holiday Storytime, and more fan-favorites! RSVP ONLY. This event has SOLD OUT two years in a row, so lock in your seats now! Contact Kirsten at events@swbrailriders.com or (570) 558-4545 to book. Event Details: https://loom.ly/8GpspLk
Rotary Club of Scranton Requests Baskets for Karaoke Event Rotary Club of Scranton is hosting Christmas Karaoke for Kids to help raise funds for the Women’s Resource Center (WRC) in Scranton. WRC provides support and safety for those facing domestic violence, sexual assault, abuse, stalking, or human trafficking. We are graciously looking for sponsors to help offset the cost of the prizes and basket raffles. ALL SPONSORS WILL BE PUBLICLY RECOGNIZED THAT EVENING THROUGHOUT THE EVENT AND ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Please Consider the Following: Donating a basket full of goods from your business to be raffled off. Donating a gift card to your establishment for raffle. Making a monetary donation of $50, $75, or $100 toward purchase of a raffle prize (your business name will be recognized as donor). Donation checks can be made out to: Rotary Club of Scranton P O Box 1715 Scranton, PA 18501 THANK YOU in advance for any donation you can contribute! Please reach out with any questions to Sonya Dowling at sonya.dowling@fddbank.com or (570)-687-5107.
Bucknell vs Siena at Mohegan – Get $5 Off Tickets As a valued member, you can enjoy $5 off premium tickets to the Bucknell vs Siena basketball game at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre, simply by using the code “GSCHAM” at checkout. This game marks a historic moment—Division 1 basketball returns to the greater Scranton area for the first time in 19 years. Don’t miss this chance to witness top-tier action as Siena, led by Scranton native and head coach Gerry McNamara, takes on Bucknell in what’s sure to be a thrilling contest. Details: • Game: Bucknell vs Siena • Date: November 30th at 6PM • Location: Mohegan Arena, Wilkes-Barre • Discount Code: GSCHAM (for $5 off premium tickets) Get your tickets now and be part of the excitement. Click here to purchase: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0200612AC4253681?did=gscham
Misericordia University to Hold Open House Misericordia University invites you and your family to experience their campus, meet students, visit with professors, learn more about athletics, and speak with admissions representatives at the open house on November 16th! If you are looking for a college that delivers a powerful education and a personal experience, then look no further than Misericordia University. Learn more and register here!
90s Throwback Show – $5 Tickets for Chamber Members The Ritz Theater is pleased to offer up to 1,000 discounted tickets to Chamber members for the upcoming show on Friday, November 15th, 2024. In collaboration with the Chamber, tickets for this event will be available for just $5—marked down from the original price of $20—to encourage greater participation and commitment. Event DetailsDate: Friday, November 15th, 2024Discount Code: WELOVETHE90STicket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1034148484957?aff=oddtdtcreator To purchase tickets: Visit the event page using the provided link. Click the “Get Tickets” button. Enter the discount code WELOVETHE90S in the “Promo Code” box. Select the number of tickets you wish to purchase and click “Check Out.”
I Need A Speaker Presents Free Webinar with Dr. Roger Firestien The most revolutionary ideas often emerge from unexpected connections. On November 15, Dr. Roger Firestien, a global expert in creative problem-solving, is hosting a free live webinar designed to help participants unlock the power of these connections and spark creativity that drives innovation. In just one hour, attendees will learn practical, proven techniques for deliberately making these creative connections, turning ordinary ideas into extraordinary innovations that outpace the competition. Dr. Firestien’s methods have helped over 600 organizations worldwide enhance their creative capabilities, with his work featured in Fast Company, Forbes, and INC. Key webinar takeaways include: Learn how to spark creativity on demand to drive innovation Discover how unexpected connections can lead to groundbreaking ideas Walk away with 100 actionable ideas to enhance events, meetings, and classes Participate in a live problem-solving session to generate real-world solutions Answer the question: Can bathtubs really fly? Co-sponsored by I Need A Speaker, this session is ideal for event planners, business leaders, and anyone interested in creating more engaging, meaningful experiences—whether in-person or virtual. As an added bonus, all attendees will receive a list of the creative ideas generated during the session, providing a treasure trove of actionable insights to use immediately.
Misericordia Hosts Conference on Pathways Out of Poverty Misericordia University invites attendees to participate in a one-day conference on poverty, titled “Pathways Out of Poverty.” The event will bring together state and national leaders, educators, community-serving non-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education to discuss the implications of poverty for northeastern Pennsylvania and its most vulnerable families. Click here to RSVP: https://www.misericordia.edu/admissions-aid/ruth-matthews-bourger-women-with-children-programs/pathways-out-of-poverty-conference
Marywood Sets Virtual Info Session for Dual Enrollment Program Academically focused high school students can get a head start on college by participating in Marywood University’s pre-collegiate program, Momentum. Courses in the Momentum program are offered at a special rate of $95 per credit, providing students with a head start on their collegiate career at an affordable price. To provide program details to students who are interested in taking dual enrollment classes, Marywood is hosting a virtual information session on Wednesday, November 20, from 6-7 p.m. Students should be ranked in the top 50% of their high school class or have a 2.75 High School GPA (80%) to participate in the Momentum program. Students can register for the virtual session at https://admissions.marywood.edu/register/Momentum. Marywood University’s dual enrollment program provides qualified high school students with the opportunity to earn college credits while completing requirements for high school graduation. Students choose from a wide variety of courses during the summer, fall, and spring semesters. Dual enrollment courses use the same curriculum, assessments, and instructional materials as other college-level courses. Momentum students are eligible to receive: Privileges to utilize Marywood University’s academic and recreational resources (e.g. library and fitness center). Free parking on campus. A Marywood University ID (This can be used for local university student discounts!) Free admission to most Marywood University athletic, musical, social and cultural events.
