Penn State Scranton Campus Marks 50th Anniversary

Posted on July 3, 2019 by The Dunmorean

The Lackawanna County Commissioners recently presented a proclamation to Chancellor Marwan Wafa, Ph.D., inside left, in recognition of the 50th anniversary of Penn State Scranton’s campus (formerly Penn State Worthington Scranton) in Dunmore.

From its start of classes in 1968 in one structure, the campus now boasts nine buildings and offers 13 Bachelor’s Degrees, four Associates Degrees, 11 minors, an MSN in Nurse Practitioner, a variety of clubs, and varsity and intramural sports.

Shown from left are: Commissioner Jerry Notarianni, Chancellor Wafa, Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley and Commissioner Laureen A. Cummings.

ARTS Engage! Programs and Task Force Receives National Award

Posted on July 3, 2019 by The Dunmorean

2019 Arts & Culture National Award Pix

The National Association of Counties (NACo) chose Lackawanna County’s ARTS Engage! Programs and Task Force to receive its 2019 Achievement Award in the category of Arts, Culture & Historic Perseveration. The local initiative was selected from a highly competitive pool of national entries.

The ARTS Engage! Program is a cross collaboration of a variety of organizations all dedicated to building a better community through the arts and also working to solve social issues. The award will be presented to the County at a conference this month.

Shown from left are: Chris Calvey, Arts & Culture Program Manager; Commissioners Jerry Notarianni and Laureen A. Cummings, Maureen McGuigan Deputy Director for Arts & Culture; William Browning, Director of Human Services; Brenda Sacco of Dunmore, Acting Director of Economic Development; Sandy Opshinsky, County Grants Manager; Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley, and Jason Kavulich, Director of the County’s Area Agency on Aging.

Calendar of Events: July 2019

Posted on July 3, 2019 by The Dunmorean

Sherlock Holmes Play

Actors Circle will present the mystery thriller, Sherlock Holmes and The White Chapel Murders, by Lou Bisignani, at Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Road, Scranton, on July 11, 12, 13 and 14. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m., with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m., Tickets are $12 general admission; $10 senior citizens, and $6, students.

The show is being diirected by Lou Bisignani, with Katie VonBergen is assistant director.

Scott Rave will portray Sherlock Holmes and Mark Fryer playing Dr. John Watson.

AARP Chapter Events

AARP Chapter 3731 North East Pennsylvania, will host a residents’ bingo on Friday, July 12, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at Gino J. Merli Veterans Center, Scranton. A patio picnic with bingo, games, and a basket raffle will be held on Monday, Aug. 5, from noon to 4 p.m. at Arcaro & Genell, Old Forge, on the tented patio. A general meeting will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at Asbury United Methodist Church. For information call Carl Yanowski, president, at 570-347-5687.

July 4th Bernie’s Run

On July 4, AllOne Charities will once again present the 36th Annual Bernie’s Memorial 3 Mile Walk/Run at 8:30 a.m. at River Street, Wilkes-Barre. The flat run will benefit the Greater Carbondale, Greater Pittston, Greater Scranton, Wayne County and Wilkes-Barre Family YMCAs. Bernie’s Run is held in memory of Bernie Hargadon.

Bernie was a past YMCA director, prime athlete, and originator of this race who passed away from an unforeseen genetic heart condition. Bernie’s dream was to create an achievable race for everyone. In 1984, he did it, and thousands of runners and walkers have achieved Bernie’s dream since. Additionally, we are proud to offer a free ½ Mile Kids Fun Run!

To learn more or to register, visit www.wbymca.org/bernies-run/or email Lauranel Banks, Wellness Director and Race Coordinator at the Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA, at lauranel.banks@wbymca.org.

Rummage Sale

SS. Cyril and Methodius Ukrainian Catholic Church will be having its 9th annual fundraiser Rummage Sale at St. Cyril’s School Gym, 133 River St., Olyphant, on Sept. 20, 21 and 22.

The sale features food, raffle baskets. For information on the sale or making donations, contact Very Rev. Nestor Iwasiw (570- 291-4451) or Lauren Telep, chairman, (570-383-0319) or visit the Church website: stcyrils.weconnet.com.