Scranton Cultural Center hosts virtual Christmas concert with Jim Brickman on Nov. 29
From a press release: Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman will be taking the nation by winter storm this holiday season with the Comfort & Joy at Home 2020 Virtual Tour. A portion of each ticket purchased for the live event on Sunday, Nov. 29 will benefit the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic […]
PHOTOS: Jon Bon Jovi acoustic at Joe Biden rally at Dallas High School, 10/24/20
Luzerne County has hosted its share of drive-in concerts and political rallies over the last few months, but both came together for a unique event at Dallas High School on Saturday, Oct. 24. Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jon Bon Jovi joined former Vice President and current Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden and his […]
Lackawanna County Santa Train canceled for 2020 by Steamtown National Historic Site and LHVA
From a press release: Today, the Steamtown National Historic Site in downtown Scranton and the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority announced the cancellation of the Santa Train. The much-anticipated Santa Train has been a popular annual event in the Lackawanna Valley for a quarter century. Making stops in Carbondale, Archbald, Jessup, Olyphant, Dickson City, and Scranton, […]
3 lessons learned from horror pioneer George A. Romero in these scary times
I’m no fan of horror movies. At least I wasn’t until I moved from Hollywood back to my hometown of Pittsburgh, where I met the legendary independent filmmaker George Romero, best known as the inventor of the modern-day zombie and movies like “Night of the Living Dead.” I had avoided seeing George’s movies for two […]
Scranton Cultural Center receives grant for theater repairs, hosts virtual events
From a press release: Today, the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple announced that it received an $8,000 Community Needs Grant from the Scranton Area Community Foundation to assist with repairs to the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Theatre. “Age, weather, and deterioration of the original plumbing created further damage to the theater wall, which required […]
Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg announces first 2020 concert since COVID-19 – Another Day Dawns on Dec. 12
For the last eight months, the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg has been forced to either cancel or reschedule its concerts due to the coronavirus pandemic. Today, it was finally able to announce one for the end of 2020. Lehighton hard rock band Another Day Dawns, who have been climbing the Billboard and Mediabase charts all […]
Live ‘Rocky Horror’ shadow cast returns to Circle Drive-In in Dickson City on Oct. 30
Back by popular demand, local “Rocky Horror Picture Show” shadow cast Sweet Translucent Dreams will return to the Circle Drive-In Theatre in Dickson City just before Halloween on Friday, Oct. 30. Last month, Sweet Translucent Dreams packed the place as this quirky classic film celebrated its 45th anniversary across the country with screenings at drive-in […]
Save Our Stages legislation moves forward as NEPA music venues await federal aid, among other small businesses
Since COVID-19 shut down music venues across the country, the National Independent Venue Association has been pushing legislation that will help those businesses stay afloat, including several venues and festivals in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Half a year later, it is finally starting to pick up steam in the state and federal government. The Save Our Stages […]
Small businesses can ‘test drive’ retail locations for Wilkes-Barre Holiday Pop-Up Market, opening Nov. 28
From a press release: Applications are now open for small businesses interested in test driving a retail location as part of downtown Wilkes-Barre’s 2020 Holiday Pop-Up Market, which will open on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 28. Since 2018, the Downtown Wilkes-Barre Holiday Pop-Up Market has provided local independent retailers, whether they are established or just […]
‘Friday the 13th Part III’ showing in 3D for free at Scranton Public Library on Oct. 28
From a press release: After taking a break due to the coronavirus pandemic, free Wednesday Movie Matinees returned to the Scranton Public Library this month with “Little Women” and “Jojo Rabbit.” Reservations and masks are required for these events, and seating is limited and socially distanced. The next matinee will feature the John Waters comedy […]
