Clarks Summit
Bus trip: Clarks Summit Fire Company J.W. Hall Auxiliary trip to Wind Creek Casino and Outlets, May 20, $37 with a $25 rebate. Leaves Clarks Summit at 9 a.m.; call 570-585-5599.
Lackawanna County
Free concert: The University of Scranton String Orchestra, presented by Performance Music at the University of Scranton, Friday, 7:30 p.m., Houlihan-McLean Center, Mulberry Street and Jefferson Avenue, downtown Scranton; free.
Scranton
Family arts festival: United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania, in partnership with John Adams Elementary School, will host the fifth annual Pine Brook Family Arts Festival on Saturday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on the school’s playground, 927 Capouse Ave. The free event invites the community to enjoy an afternoon of hands-on art activities, entertainment and interactive experiences. Children can take part in creative projects provided by the University of Scranton while enjoying free pizza and ice cream. The festival will also feature the Albright Memorial Library Bookmobile, offering books and literacy resources, along with balloon animals, face painting and other activities throughout the day. A bike giveaway will give children the chance to win a special prize, and Red, the Red Robin mascot, will make a special appearance. Local vendors and artists will be on site with displays showcasing a range of creative work. The festival highlights the importance of youth arts while creating opportunities for residents to come together, connect and learn more about their neighborhood. Information: uncnepa.org.
South Scranton
Free community meal: Free community meal, Saturday, 9:30-11 a.m., Hickory Street United Presbyterian Church, Maurer Memorial Center, 435 Hickory St. Take out or sit down. All are welcome.