SPECIAL & ANNUAL EVENTS 2008 Special Events
EVERHART MUSEUM
NATURAL HISTORY, SCIENCE & ART
1901 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510
[tel] 570-346-7186 [fax] 570-346-0652 [web] www.everhart-museum.org. The Beatles: Photographs by Harry Benson on November 9 and continue on display through December 31, 2008. The exhibition features classic rock-and-roll photographs by Scottish-born photojournalist, Harry Benson and is complemented by vintage Beatles memorabilia on loan from the Newseum in Washington, DC. A special fund raising preview of The Beatles: Photographs by Harry Benson will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2008 beginning at 6:00 pm. Admission is $30/person and participants must be 21 or older in order to attend. The event is limited to 200 people and reservations are required. The Everhart Museum is open: noon-4:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Monday; 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Saturday; and noon-5:00 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $5/adults, $3/students & seniors, $2/children 6-12, and free to Everhart Museum members. For more information on this exhibit or the fund raising event, contact the museum at 570-346-7186 or email general.information@everhart-museum.org. Night Terrors Haunted House - September 26 -October 26, 2008
Fridays and Saturdays 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m./Sundays 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
508 Delaware Avenue, West Pittston, PA. Recommend no children under 10 years of age but parental discretion is advised. 20,000 sq.ft. indoor facility. $10 admission per person. For more information please visit website at www.niteterrors.com. The Ultimate Halloween Experience, "Haunted! Mind Mysteries & THE Beyond."
The Houdini Museum Theater, Scranton, PA. Psychic Theater's long running theatrical production held over for the forth consecutive year, "Haunted! Mind Mysteries & THE Beyond." starring Supernormalist Dick Brooks. Evenings at 7:00 PM, on stage of The Houdini Museum Theater, in Scranton, PA. Currently extended Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings through Thanksgiving weekend, November, 2008. "Haunted! Mind Mysteries & THE Beyond," is the exciting Psychic Theater presentation that tells the tale of hauntings at 1433 N. Main Avenue in Scranton, PA, that were connected to a murder / suicide / electrocution that occurred in the building. Photos and newspaper articles of the happenings are on display. The sitters are taken through the seven steps to a successful seance in the haunted building that's over 100 hundred years old. Based on real people and events including infamous area spiritualist, George Valentine, "the man who challenged Houdini!" from nearby Wilkes Barre Pa. These challenges were even reported in The New York Times. The performance includes experiments in mind control, telepathy, clairvoyance, telekinesis, psycometry, sightless vision, and an exciting seance. The story ends with a seance in the dark where the spirits of the leading characters are summoned. This is a multi media event, with the audience being invited to partic ipate throughout, including, of course, during the seance. The presentation features paranormalist Dick Brooks (http://MysteryEntertainer.com) and psychic investigator Dorothy Dietrich. Searching for ghosts has become something of a national pastime, as well as on national TV. This has served as the inspiration for this production. The show opened in the summer of 2005 and is the longest running theatrical production in the area. This show is not recommended for the very young, weak of heart, those that are afraid of the dark, or easily frightened. The curtain rises at 7 PM. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED and should be purchased in advance. The event is performed year round and is the spookiest fun you will ever have. You've seen excerpts on "Exploring the Unknown," "Myths And Legends," and The Travel Channel, now it can be seen in person. The New York Times says their shows are " High Quality Entertainment!" $35.00 a ticket by reservation only. The presentation takes 3 hours and longer when the sprits are active, as they are this time of the year. It all takes place at the world famous Houdini Museum Theater. (http://Houdini.org) Venture into the paranormal. More info at PsychicTheater.com. Easy to get to, take I-81 to exit 190 (Main Ave) left two miles to 1433 N. Main Ave. It is easy to find with a free parking in lot behind the building. Excellent and reasonable dining available at nearby restaurants. For More Info Please Call (570) 383-9297
ANNUAL EVENTS
Winter
Santa Parade
Santa takes some time out of his busy schedule to visit the Electric City to pick up his mail and act as the grand marshal of the parade.
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees at the Lackawanna County Trolley Museum, 300 Cliff Street, Scranton. This annual event benefits the Toys for Tots Campaign. Beautifully decorated trees will adorn the museum for the entire month of December into first week of January.
The Nutcracker
Annual production presented by the Ballet Theatre of Scranton and Marywood University at Marywood’s Sette LaVerghetta Theatre. Performances are given free of charge as a gift to the northeast Pennsylvania community.
North Pole Express
Visit Steamtown National Historic Site during December and travel to the North Pole on board a steam-powered train ride to the old Elf’s wintry workshop. Santa and his helpers will board the train to welcome everyone on the delightful evening visit to the icy north.
Holiday Light Spectacular
Holiday Light Spectacular at Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Over 100 holiday light displays depicting scenes of the season from end of November to first week of January. Display is in area across from the Everhart Museum. No fee but donations are accepted. For more information, please call 570-348-4186.
Santa Train
Santa’s Train is coming to town! The young and young at heart are invited to spend some time with Santa as he rolls into town on the Santa Train. At all five stops, everyone is welcome aboard to enjoy exciting, fun filled holiday activities. Don’t miss this great opportunity to give Santa your wish list as he heads back to the North Pole!!! Santa’s Train is open to the public at no charge. Please note: This is not an excursion. For more information, please call 570-963-6730. Station Stops: Carbondale at Pioneer City Station, Archbald at Pike Street, Jessup at Station Park, Olyphant at Queen City Station, Dickson City at Enterprise Avenue.
Holiday Train at Steamtown NHS
The annual Canadian Pacific Railroad Holiday Train begins its tour at the Steamtown National Historic Site in downtown Scranton. This brightly decorated 13-car freight train collects food and money and raises awareness for local food banks. The train pulls empty box cars and vintage private rail cars holding professional musicians and Santa!
First Night
Downtown Scranton New Year’s Eve! Ring in the new year at the best party in Lackawanna County. The streets of historic Scranton come alive on December 31st. A non-alcoholic celebration of arts and culture. It offers a wonderful selection of musical talents from folk singers and swing bands to rock-and-roll and polka! In addition to great music, all ages will enjoy the many other venue-hopping events. Many restaurants will be open during the festivities. Evening ends with a spectacular fireworks display! Phone: 570-963-0524.
”Christmas In A Small Town” Train
Santa’s Train is coming to town! The young and young at heart are invited to spend some time with Santa as he rolls into town on the Santa Train. At all five stops, everyone is welcome aboard to enjoy exciting, fun filled holiday activities. Don’t miss this great opportunity to give Santa your wish list as he heads back to the North Pole!!! Santa’s Train is open to the public at no charge. Please note: This is not an excursion. For more information, please call 570-963-6730. Station Stops: Carbondale at Pioneer City Station, Archbald at Pike Street, Jessup at Station Park, Olyphant at Queen City Station, Dickson City at Enterprise Avenue.
Spring
St Patrick’s Day Parade
Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s day in Scranton, PA! Make plans to attend America’s 4th largest St. Patrick’s day parade and celebration. The parade and events take place the weekend before St. Patrick’s day.
Riverfest
Canoe-a-thon, Duck-a-thon and Regatta, are Riverfest! Canoeists, kayakers and paddlers, will be out on the Lackawanna River. Start in Mellow Park, Blakely and Maslyar Park, Archbald and arrive at the Scranton Finish Line for a full-day of fun.
The Race of the Saints
St. Ubaldo Day or known in Italian as "La Festa dei Ceri" is a very colorful and enthusiastic celebration in which three Saints' statues, St. Ubaldo, St. George and St. Anthony are placed atop two connected octagonal wooden prisms and are quickly carried throughout the streets of the town. In 1911, St. Ubaldo Day or "La Festa dei Ceri" was transplanted to Jessup by the immigrants from Gubbio. Gubbio, Italy and Jessup, PA are the only places in the world that play host to this celebration!
Summer
Bocce Invitational
Lackawanna County Commissioners PA Bocce Tournament, annual event, will be held at McDade Park in June.
Queen City Days
Annual festival held at Wargo Fern Hill Park, Olyphant PA during August. Live entertainment, food vendors, rides and games for children and a good time for all to enjoy. Gigantic fireworks display ends the evening on the last night.
Pioneer Nights
Downtown historic Carbondale, this annual block party during August takes place around City Hall on Main Street. Great food, games and live music every night!
Northeast PA Classic-August
The PGA TOUR is a tax-exempt membership organization of professional golfers. In 2006, the PGA TOUR has 48 official events offering more than $250 million in prize money. The mission of the PGA TOUR is to expand domestically and internationally to substantially increase player financial benefits while maintaining its commitment to the integrity of the game. In addition to providing competitive opportunities for its membership, PGA TOUR events also generate revenue for charitable causes in their communities.
St. Ann’s Solemn Novena
The Basilica of the National Shrine of Saint Ann, 1239 St. Ann’s Street, Scranton, held annually on July 17-26, the internationally known special place of worship draws thousands of pilgrims from all corners of the world to this holy ground, who gather to honor St Ann.
NASCAR
Pocono/Pennsylvania 500The 2006 NASCAR Series is underway and it won't be long until the world’s best stock car drivers are roaring around Pocono Raceway's 2.5 mile super speedway at speeds reaching 200 mph! In the heart of the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Northeast Pennsylvania, just off I-80 at exit 284. Call 800-722-3929 for more information.
Philharmonic & Fireworks
The NEPA Philharmonic performs its annual "Philharmonic & Fireworks" concert on at the Lackawanna County Stadium on Montage Mountain during July. The program will consist of traditional patriotic selections with a fireworks display immediately following the performance at sundown.
Scranton Jazz Festival
Music fills the air in Downtown Scranton in August at this celebration of Jazz and Blues.
La Festa Italiana
Northeastern Pennsylvania's largest celebration of Italian culture and cuisine! Enjoy the food, music and culture that characterize Italian heritage this Labor Day Weekend 2008 (Saturday through Monday) on Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton. There is something for everyone! A mass in Italian will be celebrated at 12:15 p.m. in St. Peter's Cathedral on Sunday. For additional information, http://www.lafestaitaliana.org/.
Fall
Race for the Cure
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation annual Race for the Cure during September is the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world which raises significant funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. Website: http://www.komen.org/ or 1-800-650-CURE.
Polkafest
“It started in Scranton, it’s still number one: the Pennsylvania Polka…” The song is known world-wide. Dance, dance, dance to the Pennsylvania Polka. Enjoy food, fun and all of the festivities.
Steamtown Marathon
Held annually on Columbus Day Weekend is a 26 mile, 385 yard, foot race. The course drops 955 feet in elevation from start to finish and is certified to USATF standards. The Steamtown Marathon is an official qualifying event for the Boston Marathon. It also benefits St. Joseph’s Center, Scranton. The center assists children who are neurologically impaired-multiple handicapped. Website: http://www.steamtownmarathon.com/. Email: racecommittee@hotmail.com.
Heritage Valley Station Stops
Tour the Lackawanna Valley on board a Heritage Valley Station Stops excursion. Revisit the past with a relaxing and nostalgic journey into the heart of the Anthracite (Hard Coal) region.
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