EventsEvent List Below is a list of local business and community events. If you have an event that you would like to be included, please contact us. Aug. 31: Overdose Awareness Balloon Release Hosted by Just Believe Recovery PA. This is a free event and Just Believe Recovery Center will be providing all materials. Saturday August 31st at 6:30 PM, 100 Lincoln Ave. Carbondale. Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on August 31st each year to raise awareness of drug overdose and reduce the stigma of addiction. It is also to share the hope that overdose is preventable and that recovery works! To honor those we have lost, there will be a balloon release followed by a candlelight vigil. Aug. 31 - Sept. 1: Lackwanna County Railfest Hosted by the Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau at the Steamtown National Historic Site. The 13th edition of Railfest is a celebration of railroading and industrial machinery, plus music and food to fill our your family enjoyment. Taking place on Labor Day Weekend, we also combine our event with La Festa Italiana on the Lackawanna County courthouse square a few blocks away. Model trains, toy trains, live steamers, track speeders, photographs, artwork and the real trains are all part of what we have to offer. During the opening ceremony of Railfest, the Lackawanna Historical Society announces the recipient of the Alan Sweeney Award. Railroad trips in the Steamtown yard, short distance excursions and photo opportunities are all part of celebrating the end of Summer and the importance of railroading. Sept. 7: Open House for New Tower Saturday Sept. 7 at 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Wayne Memorial Hospital. Join us for tours, refreshments, giveaways and a FREE chance to win gifts from The Lodge at Woodloch, Woodloch golf, Costa's Family Fun Park, Ski Big Bear, Elegante's, John Denver Tribute concert tickets and more! More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/498635224238959/ Sept. 8: D&H Distance Run 1/2 Marathon and 5k Hosted by Rail-Trail Council The 13.1 mile race will be an ‘out and back’ run on the D & H Rail-Trail from Forest City to Union Dale. This is a USATF certified course •The trail is approximately 15 feet wide and recently resurfaced with fine crushed stone for a superb running surface. •The course is basically flat with a slight upgrade going northward and a slight downgrade for the return and finish. Water stations will be approximately every 2 miles •Post race snacks will be available •The race is a great tune-up for those training for the Steamtown Marathon and a great race for those attempting longer distance runs. •Race participants will be limited to 400. Registration packets can be picked up race day starting at 7:30 AM Sept. 14: NEPA Valley Wine Train Trains run September 14th & 28th at 2:00PM, departing from Carbondale Train Station. Tickets are $50.00. Call the Chamber at (570)282-1690 to reserve. Come aboard and enjoy a premier sampling of local wine and food along four historic railroad stops. Sept. 28: Andrew Mazza Foundation Golf Tournament & Chicken Barbeque Sleepy Hollow Golf Course, September 28th 9AM - 6PM andrewmazzafoundation.com Sept. 28: NEPA Valley Wine Train Trains run September 14th & 28th at 2:00PM, departing from Carbondale Train Station. Tickets are $50.00. Call the Chamber at (570)282-1690 to reserve. Come aboard and enjoy a premier sampling of local food and wine along four historic railroad stops. Sept. 29: Carbondale YMCA Fall Festival 12pm - 4pm at the Greater Carbondale YMCA oin us for this community event - open to everyone! Held at the Greater Carbondale YMCA, most activities are FREE and OPEN to everyone. There are minimal charges for pumpkin painting, cookie walk and food truck. There will be FREE open swim, bounce houses, fall games, pony rides, goats, chainsaw carving demo, music, Binghamton ZooMobile, donut on a string contest, and more! Oct. 5: Live Comedy at the Anthracite Center Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 7 PM. The Anthracite Center: 41 N Main Street Carbondale PA Cash Bar + Drink Specials! Advance Tickets: $20 Oct. 6: Enchanted Breakfast with Belle October 6th at the Anthracite Center: 10:30am - 12:30pm. 41 N. Main Street Carbondale PA. Find out more and reserve tickets here: https://www.facebook.com/events/420334165495519/ Join Princess Belle as she hosts an Enchanted Breakfast on Sunday, October 6th in the ballroom at the Anthracite Center in Carbondale. Children are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Princess costume or finest attire. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit with Belle, take a short horse & carriage ride outside, make a small craft to take home, and enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet. Full bar options will be available for an additional charge. Please indicate in the notes if you would like to be seated with another group. Oct. 17: Paint, Sip, Laugh Date: Thursday, October 17, 2019 Time: Doors open at 6:00pm Address: 41 N. Main St, Carbondale Cost: $35 (includes 16x20 canvas with all painting supplies plus complimentary light snacks) Reservations required. No experience necessary. Our instructor, Bea, will walk you through your painting step by step to create your own masterpiece Oct. 25 Forest City Trunk or Treat Featuring 570 Jeeps More Information Coming as event approaches Oct. 5: Chili Fest Saturday October 5th 11:00am - 12:30pm. Community Bible Church of Greenfield Township. Community Bible Church’s annual chili fest will be held on Saturday, October 5th, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m, Route 107 (Heart Lake Road), a half-mile from Heart Lake Corners and Route 247. Look for the three crosses and lighthouse. Nov. 16: Turkey Raffle Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 6 PM – 11 PM, at Whites Crossing Volunteer Fire Company. Annual Turkey raffle will be held on Nov 16th Tickets are $1 a piece see any member. At the event there will be food and refreshments along with bingo tickets, 50/50 wheel, baskets and more! More Information |
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Aug. 31: Overdose Awareness Balloon Release Hosted by Just Believe Recovery PA. This is a free event and Just Believe Recovery Center will be providing all materials. Saturday August 31st at 6:30 PM, 100 Lincoln Ave. Carbondale. More Information Aug. 31 - Sept. 1: Lackwanna County Railfest Hosted by the Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau at the Steamtown National Historic Site. More Information Sept. 7: Open House for New Tower Saturday Sept. 7 at 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Wayne Memorial Hospital. More Information Sept. 8: D&H Distance Run 1/2 Marathon and 5k Hosted by Rail-Trail Council More Information |
