LIVING YOUR TRUTH: South Dakota bill restricts transgender students’ bathroom use – and freedom
I’ve heard it said that the price of freedom is eternal vigilance – and so it would seem as the transgender community deals with the fallout of the recent news out of South Dakota. Despite the fact that the population of South Dakota is roughly less than half the size of the entirety of the […]
To Write Love on Her Arms founder to speak for free at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on April 18
From a press release: It was announced today that Jamie Tworkowski, founder of the popular nonprofit organization To Write Love on Her Arms, will bring his message of hope to the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Monday, April 18 at 7 p.m. Established in 2006, To Write Love on Her Arms is a nonprofit […]
Ever wanted to rappel down a building in Scranton? Go Over the Edge for charity on June 11
From a press release: NeighborWorks Northeastern Pennsylvania, which provides services that promote affordable housing and home ownership throughout NEPA, is looking for 92 volunteers to take fundraising to bold new heights this summer, specifically 146 feet to nearly the tip-top of the 165-foot Bank Towers building in downtown Scranton. Will you be one of them? […]
SHELTER SUNDAY: Meet Hund (pit bull terrier) and Pumpkin (orange tabby cat)
Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge teams up with NEPA Scene every week for Shelter Sunday, a post that features dogs, cats, and occasionally some surprises up for adoption in the hopes of finding them a loving home. Blue Chip Farm (974 Lockville Rd., Dallas) is a no-kill shelter, a place where no animal is too […]
LIVING YOUR TRUTH: Parents’ acceptance of transgender daughter sets example for Pennsylvania
Sometimes, I feel a tinge of regret that I will never be able to have my own children. I mean, it’s not impossible, but as time goes on, it becomes very improbable due to hormone therapy and any surgeries I may choose to undergo in my transition. And I’m OK with that. I can always […]
SHELTER SUNDAY: Meet Spanky (brindle pit bull) and Morris (orange tabby cat)
Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge teams up with NEPA Scene every week for Shelter Sunday, a post that features dogs, cats, and occasionally some surprises up for adoption in the hopes of finding them a loving home. Blue Chip Farm (974 Lockville Rd., Dallas) is a no-kill shelter, a place where no animal is too […]
Valentines for Felines collects donations through Feb. 16 to care for cats at Indraloka Animal Sanctuary
From a press release: Indraloka Animal Sanctuary is best known for its work rescuing and advocating for farm animals, but unless you’ve visited the sanctuary yourself in Mehoopany, you may not know how many cats live on the property, providing companionship to the many cows, chickens, sheep, goats, and pigs that have also been rescued […]
STRENGTH & FOCUS: Stop villainous thoughts and start thinking like a superhero
FUN FACT: You’re a professional. (That means you get paid to do something for a living.) Since you’re reading my column Strength & Focus right now, I assume that you’re also someone who is not only interested but driven to perform to the best of your ability, actively seeking new perspectives and valuable tools to […]
SHELTER SUNDAY: Meet Boo-Boo (Brittany spaniel mix) and Mouse (bicolor cat)
Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge teams up with NEPA Scene every week for Shelter Sunday, a post that features dogs, cats, and occasionally some surprises up for adoption in the hopes of finding them a loving home. Blue Chip Farm (974 Lockville Rd., Dallas) is a no-kill shelter, a place where no animal is too […]
College SnowJam hits slopes of Montage to benefit Friends of the Poor in Scranton on Feb. 6
From a press release: On Saturday, Feb. 6, skiers and snowboarders will be able to enjoy a full day of fun at Montage Mountain in Scranton while helping Friends of the Poor. Starting at noon, Montage will host College SnowJam, a student-led event giving Northeastern Pennsylvania university students the opportunity to raise funds for a […]
