GREATER WYOMING VALLEY

Lasagna Dinner at Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church school hall, corner of North River and West Chestnut streets, Wilkes-Barre; take-out only; pick-ups are 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 10. Pre-orders are strongly encouraged. Dinners are $15 and include two-meat lasagna, garden salad, bread, and dessert. Place your order by calling the School Hall Kitchen (570) 829-3051.

Pennsylvania Association of Retired State Employees quarterly luncheon, event from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 18, at LCCC’s Educational Conference Center, Building 10, 1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke. RSVP by June 10. Luncheon includes a meeting, buffet, and guest speaker, Bill Dunn, President of PARSE Northeast Region. Bill will address topics discussed during the recent Northeast Regional PARSE meeting. Luncheon is free for dues-paid members. To register, email parselunch@yahoo.com or call or text Bob at 570-239-0908.

Celebrate America Concert — singers are invited to participate in an Independence Day concert, set for 3 p.m. Sunday, June 28, at First Presbyterian Church, 97 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Co-sponsored by the church and the Pennsylvania Northeast Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, the program will include organ and choral music as well as readings related to the holiday. Choir rehearsals will be from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 25, and at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 28, at the church. Singers are asked to contact conductor John Vaida at jvaida@wyomingseminary.org or call 570-650-6459.

King’s College Head Coach Bernie Kachinko’s annual girls’ volleyball camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 6 through 9 in the Scandlon Gymnasium. The camp is open to girls entering grades eight through 12. Visit the King’s College athletics website for information. Any questions, contact Coach Kachinko at bernardkachinko@kings.edu.

KINGSTON/WEST SIDE

Edwardsville Hometown Committee is accepting vendor applications for the 12th annual Edwardsville Pierogi Festival, set for June 12-13 in John Hopkins Memorial Park, Edwardsville. They expect more than 80 vendors, as well as carnival rides, a pierogi cookoff, parade, live entertainment, and fun for all. Sponsors are also needed. Visit edwpierogi.com for vendor applications, cookoff entry forms, parade participation form, and sponsorship form. This year’s theme is “Celebrating America’s 250, Patriots and Pierogi.”

Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 644 of Swoyersville, will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, at the Post home. Election of Officers for 2026-2027 will take place. 2026 membership dues are still being accepted. All members are encouraged to attend. Commander Thomas Walsh will preside.

Kingston Historical Society annual spring dinner, 6 p.m. June 25 at Theo’s Restaurant, Kingston. Dutch Treat, full menu available. For reservations, call 570-430-4458 by June 19.

EVANS FALLS

Bake Sale at Evans Falls United Methodist Church, 2000 State Route 29 South, Monroe Township, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 13. Project Donating Joy will be there selling craft items.

BACK MOUNTAIN

Spring Tea at the Greens at Irem, sponsored by Wilkes University Polish Room, at noon, June 10, with a wide selection of teas, pastries, tea sandwiches, and other delectable food items. The event will also feature a basket/gift card raffle with tickets available at the door. All are welcome, especially those interested in learning more about the club, its purpose, and future events. To ensure your reservation, contact Susan at 570-357-3583 by June 4. Tickets are $35.

Junk in the Trunk Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 20, Dallas Eastern Star Hall, Foster Street, Dallas, behind CVS Drug Store. Lunch and Welsh cookies will be available for sale. We are accepting applications for Junk in the Trunk in the parking lot, $15. To reserve a spot, or to order cookies, contact Dianne at 570-675-4893 or diannec@ptd.net

Dallas Order of Eastern Star Pork BBQ Platters, 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, June 12, at the Eastern Star Hall on Foster Street, Dallas, behind the CVS Drug Store. Pork BBQ on a bun with baked beans and coleslaw, $14. Also available are “our famous Welsh cookies,” $8 per dozen. Call 570-675-4893 to order your dinner and cookies.

GREATER PITTSTON AREA

Year of Shakespeare Book Club, at 7 p.m., June 8 at West Pittston Library. Join for a year-long literary adventure to explore modern retellings inspired by Shakespeare’s timeless plays. Whether you’re a Shakespeare superfan or someone who only remembers that one line you had to recite in high school, you’re welcome. The club meets on the first Monday of every month.

Northeast PA Pursenalties Event, 5:30 to 8 p.m. June 9 at 28 Concorde Drive. Proceeds will benefit Go Red for Women 2026.

Cookbook Book Club, 6 p.m. June 9 at West Pittston Library. Explore a single cookbook, choose a recipe, create the dish, and bring your culinary creation to share potluck-style. Together we’ll taste, compare notes, swap kitchen tips, and celebrate both successes and the occasional “learning experience.” All cooking levels welcome. Admission is free, and attendees must bring a dish to be able to participate. The club meets monthly on the first Tuesday of the month.

Flag Day Party, at The Dupont VFW Post 4909, hosted by the Home Association on Saturday, June 13. Doors open at 4:30 p.m, dinner buffet starts at 6 p.m, and dancing will take place from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. A cash bar for mixed drinks, wine, beer, bottled water, and soda will be open from 4:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. The Fabulous 45’s will provide entertainment. Tickets are $30 per person. Call Bob Lopata at 570-472-1152. Deadline for reservations is the Friday before the party; tickets can not be sold at the door.

Barnes and Noble Book Fair, supporting Pittston Memorial Library on June 13 at 421 Arena Hub Plaza.

Hoagie Sale at First United Methodist Church, 935 Foote Ave., Duryea, 18642. Call Michelle at 570-677-5371 to order. Varieties are Italian, turkey, or ham with lettuce, tomato, and cheese. Cost is $8. Pick up will be at 11 a.m. June 13 at the church.

Page Turners Book Club, West Pittston Library on June 15 at 7 p.m. This event is held every third Monday to discuss popular books chosen by the club. The program is free and open to the public.

Murder Mystery at the Mall, West Pittston Library on June 16 at 6 p.m. Mystery dinner party based on a 1985 shopping mall in Malibu. Register each person with an email at which they can receive their character assignments without revealing them to anyone else in the group. No experience necessary, no acting skills or memorizing lines, just show up willing to have fun! This class is for adults and in person. Registration fee is $25, covers all materials and instruction, and is nonrefundable.

Summer Reading Camp Registration, noon to 8 p.m., June 22 at West Pittston Library. This year’s camp theme is “Unearth A Story.” Visit the event to sign up for the camp and partake in fun crafts and activities. All ages welcome.

Festa San Cataldo Picnic, 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 20, American Legion Pavilion, 203 Vine St., Pittston. Music by Mike Millennium from 2 to 5 p.m. Buffet catered by Gary at 1 p.m., with baked ziti, meatballs in sauce, breaded chicken tenders, sausage and peppers, and more. The event also includes a water balloon toss competition and a 50/50 drawing. Cost is $30 per adult, $15 for ages 7-17, free for ages 6 and younger. Payment due at time of reservation, with cash or check made out to San Cataldo Society. Call Carla Scarantino, 570-655-1551.

Dupont Neighborhood Crime Watch Event, Dupont Parks, Elm & Walnut, and Walnut and Hemlock from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 25. The event is for the community to get together to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. The event will include touch a truck, food trucks, music, displays, raffles, kids’ games, and more. The next meeting to finalize plans will be held at the borough building on June 16.

Father’s Day Pancake Buffet at Coffee Inclusive, 350 Kennedy Blvd., Pittston, from 9 to 11 a.m. June 20.

West Pittston Writers Workshop, 7 p.m. June 30 at West Pittston Library. Whether you’re outlining your first novel or polishing your 87th poem, there’s a seat for you at the table. Led by your peers and a knowledgeable guide through the wilds of character arcs, rhythm, voice, and plot bunnies — this workshop invites writers of all genres and experience levels to come together, write bravely, and grow in community. The program is free and open to the public; teens may come with a registered adult. This workshop meets on the last Tuesday of every month.

Greater Pittston Chamber 106th Annual Dinner, at Fox Hill Country Club on October 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person.

GPCC Jack Grimes Golf Classic, Oct. 5, at Fox Hill Country Club in Exeter. Fees are $150 per golfer, $600 per foursome, and $25 for happy hour only. Registration includes: 18 holes, cart fees, continental breakfast, on-course lunch, prizes, and a tournament gift. Sponsorships available.

MOUNTAIN TOP

Mountain Top Social Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. on June 9 and June 23 at the American Legion, 1550 Henry Drive, Mountain Top. The Hot Dog Lunch will be on the 23rd, with payment due on the 9th. All Bus trips are open to the public. Call Dolores Kelly Zajac, trip coordinator, 732-690-9609. For club information, call Ady Burner, president, 347-397-8356. Club membership is closed.

Goal in One, hosted by the Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club at 260 Country Club Drive, Mountain Top, on Aug. 17. Enjoy a fun day of golf while supporting the Penguins’ Goals Foundation. This foundation aims to make youth sports more accessible to NEPA communities. Registration starts at 11 a.m.

Mountain Top Garden Club will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, at the Folks Butterfly Farm at 9 Butterfly Lane, Nescopeck, PA, near 175 Shaffer Road, Nescopeck, PA 18635. Cost to non-members is $6, and members are free. Folks Butterfly Farm specializes in educating the public about the habitat and conservation of butterflies. There will be a live presentation and a tour of the butterfly house, followed by a short meeting. Presenter David Folks has requested an estimate of attendees. RSVP at mtgardenclub@gmail.

MESHOPPEN

Guiding Light Christian Cafe, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the first Fridays of the month at Meshoppen Community Church, 128 Church Road, Meshoppen. With entertainment from Cedar Routes on Aug. 7, Devoted Band on Sept. 18, and Paul and Mary Good on Oct. 2.

Lakawanna

Homemade Perogi Sale, St. John’s Russian Orthodox Church on July 3 from 11 a.m. until sold out. Only deep-fried pierogi will be on sale. Pirogies will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

REUNIONS

Coughlin High School, Class of 1972, will hold its 72nd birthday bash from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at the Polish American Veterans, 2 South Oak St., Plains Township. The $30 per person cost includes a buffet meal, beverages, and a DJ. A Friday evening ice breaker at Leggio’s in Wilkes-Barre and a Sunday farewell brunch are also planned. For reservations, please visit the Coughlin High School Class of 1972 Facebook group or contact Eileen Wellner at eileenw72@gmail.com or Mike Teller at michaelteller12@yahoo.com. Payment can be made to Eileen Wellner, 81 Franklin Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055, or via Venmo to @Eileen-Wellner.

Hanover High School Class of 1963 will hold its 63rd year reunion at 4 p.m. July 17 at Kelsey’s Ale House, 199 Division St., Kingston. Cost is $35. Includes a buffet-style meal and cash bar. Payment is due by July 1 to: Elwood Larson, 101 Perrin Ave., Shavertown, PA 18708. Any questions, call Woody at 272-298-8732.

Central Catholic High School Class of 1969 is planning a 75th birthday bash and reunion in honor of the 57th anniversary of its graduation. The reunion will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at TC Riley’s in Wyoming. The $15 per person charge includes a dinner buffet and open bar. Invitations will be mailed to classmates in June. Classmates Barbara Drayer McDonald, Eileen Lambert, Roberta Hribar Storz, Cathy Caffrey, Jerry Storz, Maureen Yablonski Matiska, and Mary Ellen Hogan Burns serve on the reunion committee. For more info, please email cchs69@comca

James M. Coughlin High School Class of 1966 will celebrate its 60th reunion from 1 to 6 p.m. Aug. 15 at American Grill, 1320 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. Respond with any interest, questions, or plans to attend to Marie Dorrance Hartz at 570-574-5744 or mariehartz@me.com, to Joe Christopher at 570 706-1499 or thevoyager826@gmail.com, or via the Coughlin66 Facebook page.

Hanover Township All Class and Facebook Friends of Hanover Township Reunion, Aug. 29, R and D Memories, 566 Fellows Ave., Breslau, Hanover Township. Festivities begin at 3 p.m. with beer, wine, soft drinks, and a cash bar available for mixed drinks. Family-style meal served at 4 p.m. Popular music of the decades will play 5 to 8 p.m. for dancing and listening pleasure. $50 per person. Payment confirms your reservation. Send name, address, email, best phone number, maiden name, and year of graduation along with a check made payable to Audrey Wysowski, 1087 West Mountain Road, Plymouth, PA 18651, or call or text 570-262-8056 for more info. Early registration is suggested.

Hanover Area High School Class of 1976 will celebrate its 50-year reunion on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Wyoming Valley Country Club in Hanover Township. Classmates are encouraged to contact the reunion committee with updated contact information or questions by emailing hahs50reunion@gmail.com. Classmates may also register for the reunion online at www.tinyurl.com/hahs50.