Peach Music Festival reveals lineup for Gregg Allman and Butch Trucks tribute in Scranton on Aug. 12
From a press release: Last month, it was announced that the sixth annual Peach Music Festival would include “an all-star tribute” to Gregg Allman and Butch Trucks, who co-founded The Allman Brothers Band as well as the festival itself. Today, the initial lineup for the tribute has been revealed, along with the daily lineup on […]
PHOTOS: Vans Warped Tour at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton, 07/10/17
In 23 years, the annual Vans Warped Tour has stopped in Scranton many times, but 2017 offered a surprising lineup that drew fans of all ages to The Pavilion at Montage Mountain on Monday, July 10. With over 60 bands like GWAR, Hatebreed, CKY, Anti-Flag, Sick of It All, Valient Thorr, The Ataris, Big D […]
Scranton Cultural Center’s Summer Camp presents musical ‘Hairspray Jr.’ Aug. 4-5
From a press release: The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple’s 2017 Summer Program will present its production of “Hairspray Jr.” on the building’s historic Main Stage. The production will take place on Friday, Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 5 at 11 a.m. The show is based on the Broadway smash […]
SONG PREMIERE: Scranton’s Patrick McGlynn plans beach getaway with ‘In the Waves’
The last time NEPA Scene heard from Scranton singer/songwriter Patrick McGlynn, he released a satirical Christmas song called “Why Can’t Santa Be the President?” following a contentious election season. Now, with summer in full swing, he’s taking it easier with a lighter tune called “In the Waves” that sounds like it was inspired by a […]
Scranton and Clarks Summit Krispy Kremes offering dozen glazed doughnuts for 80 cents on July 14
From a press release: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts will celebrate the 80th birthday of its iconic original glazed doughnut on Friday, July 14, a day after Krispy Kreme opened its doors for the first time in 1937. Guests can enjoy a dozen original glazed doughnuts for just 80 cents with the purchase of any dozen at […]
Grow your social media following with free workshop at Scranton Cultural Center on July 15
From a press release: The Lackawanna County Arts and Culture Department and the Lackawanna County Arts, Culture and Education Council will present “All Eyes on You: Growing Your Social Media Audience” in Shopland Hall on the fourth floor of the Scranton Cultural Center on Saturday, July 15 from 1 p.m.- 3 p.m., featuring two distinguished […]
Scranton VegFest is canceled before its first-ever event at Co-op Farmers Market
After being announced in February, the first Scranton VegFest has been canceled a little over a month before its inaugural event. Set for Sunday, Aug. 13 at the Co-op Farmers Market in Scranton, the festival planned to not only feature vegetarian and vegan food, but all aspects of that lifestyle, including physical fitness and health, […]
Scranton’s Menzingers headline Project Pabst Music Festival in Philadelphia on Sept. 16
From a press release: Who hasn’t enjoyed a cold Pabst Blue Ribbon before, during, or after a good concert? Well, there will be plenty of those on hand when Scranton punk band The Menzingers headline the Project Pabst Music Festival at the Electric Factory in their current home of Philadelphia on Saturday, Sept. 16. Launched […]
Actors Circle presents original WWII drama ‘Paris/Stalingrad’ at Providence Playhouse in Scranton July 20-23
From a press release: Community theatre group Actors Circle will present the historical drama “Paris/Stalingrad” at the Providence Playhouse in Scranton on Thursday, July 20 through Sunday, July 23. Written and directed by Lou Bisignani, the original play takes place during World War II. In 1940, Paris is under siege and suffering Nazi occupation. At […]
Learn all about monarch butterflies for free at Nay Aug Ave. Play Area in Scranton on July 12
From a press release: According to the National Wildlife Federation, monarch butterfly populations have declined by 90 percent in the last 20 years. This statistic concerns wildlife and conservation experts, as butterflies play a vital role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. The Lackawanna Heritage Valley National and State Heritage Area and the Lackawanna County Conservation […]
