NEPA Scene Staff

Lackawanna County Winter Market hosts 54 vendors, music, art, and more in downtown Scranton Dec. 3-5

Lackawanna County Winter Market hosts 54 vendors, music, art, and more in downtown Scranton Dec. 3-5

From a press release: Back for 2021, the Lackawanna County Winter Market weekend will be held this Friday, Dec. 3 through Sunday, Dec. 5 on Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton, featuring 54 vendors along North Washington Avenue, music by local musicians, and a host of other events. The Lackawanna County tree lighting will kick everything […]

 NEPA Scene Staff

‘Assorted Scenes’ of colorful American life on display at AfA Gallery in Scranton through Aug. 31

‘Assorted Scenes’ of colorful American life on display at AfA Gallery in Scranton through Aug. 31

From a press release: Opening during First Friday Scranton, an exhibit called “Been There Done That: Assorted Scenes” featuring paintings by Gail Kolflat continues to run at the AfA Gallery in downtown Scranton through Saturday, Aug. 31. Exciting colors and engaging themes draw viewers into the vibrant paintings of regional artist Gail Kolflat. Eye-catching and […]

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Celebrating its 30th anniversary, AfA Gallery in Scranton holds annual Holiday Auction on Nov. 17

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, AfA Gallery in Scranton holds annual Holiday Auction on Nov. 17

From a press release: The AfA Gallery in downtown Scranton will continue celebrating its 30th anniversary with its annual Holiday Auction on Saturday, Nov. 17, a festive and artistic kickoff to the holiday season. Eat, drink, and bid at the primary fundraiser for Artists for Art, which allows the gallery (514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton) to […]

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New Vintage Ensemble play ‘My Condolences’ holds funny Irish wake at Scranton Fringe Festival Sept. 28-30

New Vintage Ensemble play ‘My Condolences’ holds funny Irish wake at Scranton Fringe Festival Sept. 28-30

From a press release: Theatre and death have a lot in common. They bring us together, make us laugh, make us cry, and remind us of what it is to be human. The New Vintage Ensemble, in collaboration with the Gaslight Theatre Company, will debut an original piece at the 2018 Scranton Fringe Festival that […]

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Scranton Fringe Festival hosts first-ever encore performances at AfA Gallery Feb. 22-25

Scranton Fringe Festival hosts first-ever encore performances at AfA Gallery Feb. 22-25

From a press release: Following the third annual Scranton Fringe Festival, its largest event yet that spanned five days in September of 2017, a new encore performance weekend will be held at the AfA Gallery in downtown Scranton on Thursday, Feb. 22 through Sunday, Feb. 25. Three popular and unique theatrical Fringe works presented over […]

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Scranton writer Laurel Radzieski releases debut poetry collection at AfA Gallery on Feb. 16

Scranton writer Laurel Radzieski releases debut poetry collection at AfA Gallery on Feb. 16

From a press release: Scranton author Laurel Radzieski will celebrate the release of her debut poetry collection, “Red Mother,” with a book launch and reading at the AfA Gallery in downtown Scranton on Friday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. The AFA Gallery (514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton) will host the free event with light refreshments. Radzieski […]

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AfA Gallery in Scranton hosts holiday auction of artwork, handmade dishware, and more on Nov. 18

AfA Gallery in Scranton hosts holiday auction of artwork, handmade dishware, and more on Nov. 18

From a press release: The annual AfA Gallery Holiday Auction to benefit the downtown Scranton gallery will be held this Saturday, Nov. 18 at 6 p.m., offering a festive and artistic kickoff to the holiday season. With a variety of artwork and experience items up for auction at the AfA Gallery (514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton), […]

 Rich Howells

Stream or download the 2017 Electric City Music Conference panel discussions as free podcasts

Stream or download the 2017 Electric City Music Conference panel discussions as free podcasts

While live music takes center stage at the Electric City Music Conference, an important component to the yearly event is the informative panel discussions, offering advice and guidance to local musicians and those looking to get involved in the industry. On Saturday, Sept. 16, the fourth annual conference began its third and final day with […]

 Rich Howells

EXCLUSIVE: Schedule of free Electric City Music Conference panels at AfA Gallery in Scranton on Sept. 16

EXCLUSIVE: Schedule of free Electric City Music Conference panels at AfA Gallery in Scranton on Sept. 16

The large lineup of music for the fourth annual Electric City Music Conference and Steamtown Music Awards on Sept. 14-16 has been announced, featuring over 150 bands across 11 venues, and today, the free conference portion in downtown Scranton and its participating panelists have been revealed. After a free breakfast, the informative panels on Saturday, […]

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Scranton Zine Fest gathers artists, writers, and DJs at AfA Gallery in Scranton June 2-3

Scranton Zine Fest gathers artists, writers, and DJs at AfA Gallery in Scranton June 2-3

From a press release: The Scranton Zine Fest is an underground arts and literature festival and celebration of groundbreaking visual artists and writers. It is a gathering of zine makers, zine distros, artistic press publications, and letterpress artists, complete with live poetry readings and music performances under one roof for the public to enjoy – […]