Juan Logan: Creating & Collecting
Working out of his studio in Belmont, North Carolina, artist Juan Logan continues to expand the reach of his art’s unyielding call for social responsibility. A retired University of North Carolina Professor, Logan’s installations, prints, and paintings are
Crochet Club
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join our crochet club lead by Caitlin Whitenight. Bring your own supplies and work on your own projects. Learn from each other and find some new friendships through the art of crochet! The club meets every Monday and Friday from 10AM-12PM in the Wilkes-Bar
Mahjong Club
2:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Join our Mahjong club lead by Xin Luo. Xin hails from the country that invented Mahjong and he loves both playing and sharing his knowledge of the game. The club meets every Friday from 2PM – 4PM in the Wilkes-Barre YMCA Cafe. All club meetings are FREE fo
The Harmon and Harriet Kelley Collection of African American Art: Works on Paper
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Organized by Landau Traveling Exhibitions, Los Angeles, California, this nationally touring exhibition features forty works on paper by such renowned artists as Elizabeth Catlett, William H. Johnson, Jacob Lawrence, and Alma Thomas. Partial funding for thi
Tuesday Tea
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us for another fun and interactive virtual networking event. Businesses and Organizations will have the opportunity to connect with the community to share why you love doing what you do and spill the tea on another business or community organization t
Schemel Forum Evening Course: “James Bond and the Cold War”
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesdays, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 & Mar. 1, 8 6 p.m. Schemel Forum Evening Course: “James Bond and the Cold War” presented by Sean Brennan, Ph.D., professor of history, The University of Scranton. Weinberg Memorial Library or remote. Registration required. Fees
Schemel Forum Evening Course: “Moral Citizenship: The Enlightenment Vision of the Ethical Community”
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursdays: Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 & Mar. 3, 10 6 p.m. Schemel Forum Evening Course: “Moral Citizenship: The Enlightenment Vision of the Ethical Community” presented by Christopher E. Fremaux, Ph.D., assistant professor of philosophy, The University of Scranton
Black Tie Dinner
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
CHD kills 2x as many kids as All Childhood Cancer Combined. Come help us spread awareness and have fun. Tickets are only 40$ Tickets INCLUDE - All you can eat BUFFET - 3 COMEDIANS - CASH BAR - DJ - PHOTOGRAPHER - RAFFLE BASKETS -- INFORMATION ABOUT CHD
. Schemel Forum Evening Course: “Police as Guardians in a Time of War”
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesdays: Feb. 9, 16, 23 & Mar. 2, 9, 23 6 p.m. Schemel Forum Evening Course: “Police as Guardians in a Time of War” presented by Michael J. Jenkins, Ph.D., chair and associate professor of sociology, criminal justice and criminology and executive direct
Valentine's Day Weekend at Eleventh Element
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Spend some time during Valentine's Day weekend with us! We have a collection of experiences for couples and Galentine's Nights! Each couple will be treated to an experience you can't get anywhere else in NEPA. Spend time in our state-of-the-art Float Tank,
Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Seminar: “Our Common Home: Vatican and Multifaith Engagement on Environment and Climate Justice”
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Feb. 10 noon. Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Seminar: “Our Common Home: Vatican and Multifaith Engagement on Environment and Climate Justice” presented by Rabbi Daniel Swartz, spiritual leader, Temple Hesed and executive director, Coalition on the En
Family Hour: Celebrating Thomas Moran
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
As a collaboration with Jan Lokuta of the Riverfront Parks Committee, color a Thomas Moran work of art as you learn more about the origins of the United States National Parks Department. This event is perfect for families and people of all ages.
Performance Music: “Valentine’s Day Eve Concert”
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Feb. 13 3 p.m. Performance Music: “Valentine’s Day Eve Concert” featuring The University of Scranton Jazz Band with special guest Arnt Arntzen, banjo, guitar and voice. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu. https://ww
Wilkes-Barre Connect Virtual Spotlight
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Save the date for our next Wilkes-Barre Connect Spotlight Series virtual event on the topic of Against All Odds: Entrepreneurs and Perseverance. Presented in partnership with the Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce. This spotlight will feature Dan
A Special Evening with Juan Logan: Reception and Presentation
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Sordoni Art Gallery director Heather Sincavage will moderate a conversation with Juan Logan, artist and art collector to discuss his work in his exhibition, Creating & Collecting. At once abstract and representational, his large mixed media paintings, scul
HR 101
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Are you a small business owner, business manager, have recently had HR responsibilities added to your duties, or are new to HR? NEPA SHRM is here to assist! The first of a 4-part series, HR 101 - Recruitment & Selection is designed with a specific fo
Elevated Connections: Virtual Networking Event
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Business Cards!?!? What are those? Join us for a virtual networking event with the sole purpose of building and elevating your business connections! This event will be held on Thursday, February 17th at Noon on Zoom. Please register to join the discu
“Is Liberal Democracy Already History?”
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Feb. 18 noon. Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Seminar: “Is Liberal Democracy Already History?” presented by Elzbieta Matynia, Ph.D., professor of sociology and liberal studies and director of the Transregional Center for Democratic Studies at the New
Performance Music: “In Recital” featuring John Wilson, pianist.
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Feb. 20 7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “In Recital” featuring John Wilson, pianist. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu. https://www.scranton.edu/royals-safe-together/public-access.shtml Note: Access to the campus is c
Alton Brown Live- Beyond the Eats
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Television personality, author and Food Network star Alton Brown has announced “Alton Brown Live – Beyond The Eats” (www.altonbrownlive.com) will visit the F.M. Kirby Center on Friday, February 25 at 7:30pm. Brown created a new form of entertainment – ...
An American In Paris
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Romance! Adventure! Gershwin! Who could ask for anything more? Filled with the music of legendary composers George and Ira Gershwin, the Tony Award-winning masterpiece, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, is dancing its way to the F.M. Kirby Center on Thursday, ...
YMCA's St. Patrick's Day 2022 Spin-a-Thon Spin for Scholarships
St. Patrick's Day 2022 Spin-a-Thon Spin for Scholarships To assist us with building support for families in need of scholarships for our Toddler Program in our Early Learning Center! Questions: Email Janelle at janelle.drach@wvymca.org *T-shirt o
YMCA Pickleball Fundraiser
JOIN US FOR A WEEKEND FULL OF PICKLEBALL! Whether you’re a recreational player, a competitive player or interested in volunteering, we’d love to host you for a fun weekend of pickleball to raise money for the Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA A-Team! While
An Evening with Travis Tritt: Solo Acoustic Tour 2022
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
CMA and Grammy award winning country artist, Travis Tritt will return to the F.M. Kirby Center on Sunday, February 27th at 8PM. Enjoy a special evening featuring the multi-platinum artist in an intimate solo-acoustic setting performing some of his ...
2022 Women in Power Campaign
2022 International Women's Day: 31 Days of Women In Power Benefitting the women served by Dress For Success Luzerne County, in partnership with the Greater Wyoming Valley Women's Network. Join Dress For Success Luzerne County and the Greater Wyomi
Lecture with Q&A via Zoom - “Freedom and Our Founding: What do they mean for us today?”
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Mar. 1 5 p.m. Lecture with Q&A via Zoom - “Freedom and Our Founding: What do they mean for us today?” The event is part of the “Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story” project’s second theme, “The U.S. Citizen and the American Founding.” Registration require
“Linneaus’ Legacy: Corrupting Color to Serve Discrimination and Exploitation”
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Mar. 3 noon. Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Seminar: “Linneaus’ Legacy: Corrupting Color to Serve Discrimination and Exploitation” presented by Kathy Johnson Bowles, executive director of the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science and Art. Rose
International Women's Day Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Save the Date! We invite you to join us in collaboration with Dress for Success of Luzerne County on International Women's Day 2022. This luncheon is an amazing opportunity to connect with other incredible women in our region.
“A Remarkable Tale of Law, Politics, and Religion: The Making of Kiryas Joel, a Hasidic Town in Upstate New York”
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Mar. 14 noon. Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Seminar: “A Remarkable Tale of Law, Politics, and Religion: The Making of Kiryas Joel, a Hasidic Town in Upstate New York” presented David N. Myers, Ph.D., Sady and Ludwig Kahn professor of Jewish history
Brit Floyd
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show, Brit Floyd, returns to the F.M. Kirby Center with 2022 World Tour on Saturday, March 19 at 8:00 p.m. The Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall and more... including the iconic song Echoes, performed 'note-for-note' and ...
Art Exhibit: “Shinnecock Sites and Portraits: Photographs by Jeremy Dennis.”
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Mar. 21 through Apr. 29 Art Exhibit: “Shinnecock Sites and Portraits: Photographs by Jeremy Dennis.” Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall. Free during gallery hours. Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu. Sunday thru Friday: 12pm-4pm Wed
Public Dialogue on “Freedom and Our Founding: What do they mean for us today?”
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Mar. 22 7 p.m. Public Dialogue on “Freedom and Our Founding: What do they mean for us today?” The event is part of the “Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story” project’s second theme, “The U.S. Citizen and the American Founding.” Registration required. Free.
2022 Young Professionals Conference
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
2022 Young Professional Conference The Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the United Way of Wyoming Valley will host the Fourth Annual Young Professionals Conference presented by UGI Utilities, Inc. This day-long conference i
Performance Music: “General Recital”
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Mar. 23 7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “General Recital” featuring The University of Scranton Performance Music students in solo, duo, trio and small ensemble performances. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu. https://
“Window Into the Presidency: The White House Tapes and Their Meaning”
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Mar. 24 noon. Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Seminar: “Window Into the Presidency: The White House Tapes and Their Meaning” presented by Fredrik Logevall, Ph.D., Laurence D. Belfer Professor of International Affairs, Harvard University. Rose Room, Br
Martina McBride
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Multiple Grammy® nominated country icon, Martina McBride will return to the F.M. Kirby Center on Friday, March 25 at 7:00 p.m. Martina McBride’s incomparable vocals have kept her at the top of the charts garnering six No. 1 hits and twenty top 10 ...
Preview Day for accepted students to The University of Scranton’s class of 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mar. 26 9 a.m. Preview Day for accepted students to The University of Scranton’s class of 2026. Various locations on campus. Call 570-941-7540 or email admissions@scranton.edu.
NEPACMS Presents: Trio Cabrini
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
NEPACMS is delighted to present Trio Cabrini featuring pianist and accordionist, Vlada Yaneva; clarinetist, Nuno Antunes; and bassoonist/singer, Gina Cuffari. Look forward to a whimsical and unique program highlighting their unusual combination of instrume
Performance Music: “In Recital” featuring Kako Miura, violinist
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Apr. 2 7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “In Recital” featuring Kako Miura, violinist and friends. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu. https://www.scranton.edu/royals-safe-together/public-access.shtml Note: Access to the