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Scranton Cultural Center to host raffle fundraiser

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The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple is pleased to announce its first ever 100 for $100 Raffle, a fundraising effort spearheaded by the organization’s Fund Development Committee.  Raffle tickets are for sale at a cost of $100 for a chance to win cash prizes of up to $10,000 and a number of other prizes including event tickets, merchandise and gift certificates all valued at a minimum of $100 each.  There will be 100 prizes in total.  Tickets will remain on sale through September or until all tickets are sold; only 1,000 tickets will be available for purchase.  Prizes will be awarded at an Oktoberfest themed drawing party to be held at the SCC on October 7.

“We are so excited about this raffle, which will help raise much needed funds for the Center,” says Deborah Moran Peterson, SCC Executive Director, “and we hope to generate some excitement in the community with 100 very happy winners!”

1682124369_2819f7bcdbMrs. Peterson also wishes to extend thanks on behalf of the Center’s Board of Directors to the event co-chairpersons: Anne Falzett, Nada Gilmartin and John Murray.

Proceeds from the raffle will benefit the ongoing operations, restoration and programming at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple.  Cash prizes awarded will be $10,000, $5,000 and $2,500.  A full list of additional raffle items is available on the Scranton Cultural Center website and will be updated as new prizes are received.  Details regarding the drawing party on Oct. 7 will be posted as the event nears.

Tickets are $100 and include entry into the raffle as well as admission for one to the drawing party in October.  Additional tickets for the drawing party will be available for $35.  Tickets may be purchased through a committee member or at the SCC’s Fidelity Bank Box Office.

For additional information or to purchase tickets, contact John Murray at (570) 650-1303.  A full list of prizes can be found by visiting the SCC’s website, http://www.sccmt.org.

The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple’s 2015-16 Season is presented by Toyota Scranton and sponsored by LT Verrastro, UGI and id Group.  It is supported by: the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, and the Lackawanna County Office of Arts and Culture, and Commissioners Patrick M. O’Malley, Jerry Notarianni and Laureen A. Cummings.  A special thank you to its media partners:  Allied Services, Citizens’ Voice, Electric City, Entercom Communications, Lamar Advertising, MAC Signs, The Times-Tribune, Times Shamrock Communications and Eyewitness News – WBRE/WYOU – pahomepage.com

 

Local Holy Name Society’s Annual Communion Breakfast

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S.S. Anthony and Rocco Parish Holy Name Society, Dunmore held its 59th annual Communion Breakfast on Sunday, Feb. 7, at La Buona Vita.

The day began with 8:30 a.m. Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church celebrated by the Reverend David P. Cappelloni, pastor. Music was provided by the parish choir under the direction of Joseph Moffitt. Captain Christopher L. Paris, Commanding Officer, PA State Police, Troop R, Dunmore, was principal speaker. Toastmaster was Attorney Bruce Coyer. Lou Naro, Holy Name president, gave opening remarks.

Breakfast speakers and committee member included, from left: Michael Colangelo, raffle; Lou Naro, president; Captain Christopher L. Paris, speaker; Reverend David P. Cappelloni, Atty. Bruce Coyer, Dennis Lalley, cochairman, and Lou DiMattio, tickets. Not pictured: Jared Shoemaker, chairman, and Rick Sabato, cochairman.

 

Greater Scranton YMCA announces Inaugural Teen Self-Help Fair

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Teens today are facing issues that no other generation has ever faced before, and many are struggling to find ways to cope. The Greater Scranton YMCA’s Inaugural Teen Self-Help Fair will bring teens of all walks of life together to address some of these issues in a safe, nurturing environment.

We are inviting preteens and teens ages 12-17 throughout Lackawanna County to join us for an afternoon and evening where they can come together to hear speakers share their experience, strength and hope on issues such as: depression, bullying/cyber-bullying, self-harm/suicide, addiction, social media, issues at home and more.

The event will run from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Greater Scranton YMCA, located at 706 N. Blakely Street in Dunmore. A dinner and dance will then begin at 5 p.m. Music and entertainment will include EJ the DJ Karaoke and a photo booth. The event is free to attend.

For more information or to register, call Paula Scotchlas at (570) 342-8115 ext. 232. The registration deadline is Sept. 30.

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The Y is one of the nation’s leading non-profits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. www.greaterscrantonymca.org  or www.wbymc.org.