East Scranton
Casino bus trip: East Scranton Seniors casino bus trip to Tioga Downs Casino, April 29, departs Scranton at 9 a.m. and leaves casino at 4:30 p.m., $43/person, photo ID required. Reservations: Tom, 570-909-4266.
Lackawanna County
Junior first responders: Lackawanna County 4‑H Junior First Responder Open House, April 21, 5:30 p.m., Carbondale Fire Company, 1 N. Main Ave. This community event is free and open to the public; families are encouraged to attend. The Junior First Responder program gives young people the opportunity to explore careers in emergency services, including firefighting, EMS, emergency management and public safety. The open house will include demonstrations, hands‑on activities and opportunities to meet local first responders. Youth ages 5-18 are invited, along with parents and guardians. No prior 4‑H experience is needed to participate. For questions or information, contact Kristin Armstrong, kls5017@psu.edu.
String art workshop: Johnson College’s WAVE (Workforce Advancement & Value-Added Education) department hands-on string art workshop, April 1, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Moffat Student Center on the Scranton campus. Participants will design and craft their own 8-by-8-inch string art projects under step-by-step guidance, creating eye-catching patterns and personalized décor. The workshop welcomes beginners and experienced crafters alike, offering a fun, supportive environment where attendees leave with a finished piece ready to display or gift. The workshop is $40/person and open to ages 12 and up. Participants should bring a hammer and a dish towel or hand towel to protect the work surface while hammering nails. To register, visit johnson.edu/workshops. For information, call 570-702-8979 or email wave@johnson.edu.
Art exhibit: Northeast Pennsylvania artist Darlene Keen’s paintings, “Local Landscapes from a Keen Explorer,” featuring lakes and rivers, state and regional parks, nature preserves and forest trails. Paintings are available for immediate purchase at Grateful Roast Coffee and Espresso Bar in Clarks Summit during open hours from April 2-May 31. Inventory will be continually refreshed throughout the exhibit’s duration.
Poconos
Breakfast with Easter Bunny: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, April 4, 9-11 a.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center’s eco-friendly dining hall, 538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, before hunting for over 2,000 Easter eggs in the eastern cottontail’s native woodland habitat. Spaces are limited so participants should register early. A bake sale will also be available. Registration is available online or by phone at 570-828-2319 and the event is $10 per person. With advance notice, most dietary allergies or restrictions can be accommodated.