EXCLUSIVE: Electric City Music Conference announces 30 performers playing Sept. 14-16
From a press release: The Electric City Music Conference and Steamtown Music Awards will return to Scranton Sept. 14-16. The fourth annual event will again feature 100+ bands and take place across 10+ venues. In anticipation of the event, the ECMC has made the first of many announcements of acts that will be playing the […]
SHELTER SUNDAY: Meet Sonic (pit bull mix) and Gas Station Sunny (longhair tabby)
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 […]
Montrose Chocolate & Wine Festival celebrates 10th anniversary on May 20
From a press release: The annual Montrose Chocolate & Wine Festival will be celebrating its 10th year on Saturday, May 20. The historic town of Montrose is host to the only wine and chocolate festival in Susquehanna County, running from 2:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Regional wineries, numerous vendors, and local businesses will give visitors an opportunity […]
Legendary siblings Donny and Marie Osmond sing at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Aug. 24
From a press release: It was announced today that legendary sibling entertainers Donny and Marie Osmond will bring their summer tour to the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, Aug. 24 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Wells Fargo Concerts and Comedy Series. Tickets, which are $66, $86, and $122, plus fees, go […]
Lackawanna County celebrates Irish culture with exhibit and panel at Globe Store in Scranton April 7-8
From a press release: Irish traditions and folklore are steeped in the fabric of Lackawanna County. To celebrate this vibrant part of our community, the Lackawanna County Commissioners Patrick O’Malley, Jerry Notarianni, and Laureen Cummings are sponsoring a unique exhibit and panel honoring Irish culture. “The Face of Irish Music: Photographs by Robin Hiteshew” opens […]
Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre redesigns gaming floor and Timbers Buffet, adds Fusion Hybrid games
From a press release: Since the opening of Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre in 2006, it has grown into one of the biggest gaming and entertainment attractions in the region. This spring, it will be keeping the momentum going with new enhancements to the property, including a redesign of the gaming floor, a remodel to […]
Grammy-winning singer Paula Cole returns to Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on April 7
From a press release: Grammy winner and multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter Paula Cole will return to the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Friday, April 7 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $28, can be purchased on the Opera House website, by calling 570-325-0249, and by visiting SoundCheck Records (23 Broadway, Jim Thorpe) or calling […]
The Top 12 DVDs/Blu-rays in NEPA, 03/30/17
Joe Nardone’s Gallery of Sound has provided NEPA Scene with the Top 12 bestselling DVDs in its Northeastern Pennsylvania stores from the previous week. “D” indicates a debut this week. Top 12 DVDs in NEPA 1. Roy Orbison – Black & White Night 30th Anniversary Edition 2. Eric Clapton – Live in San Diego (D) […]
The Top 40 albums in NEPA, 03/30/17
Joe Nardone’s Gallery of Sound has provided NEPA Scene with the Top 40 bestselling albums in its Northeastern Pennsylvania stores from the previous week. “D” indicates a debut this week. Top 40 albums in NEPA 1. Rick Ross – Rather You Than Me (D) 2. Ed Sheeran – Divide 3. Spoon – Hot Thoughts (D) […]
Due to popular demand, comedian John Mulaney adds second show in Bethlehem on July 21
From a press release: After selling out his 7 p.m. performance on Friday, July 21, Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian John Mulaney has added a 10 p.m. show at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center that same night as part of his national Kid Gorgeous Tour. Tickets, which are $35, plus applicable fees, are on sale […]
