Stomp Out Soldier Suicide Run/Walk

Helping Heroes NEPA will hold the Stomp Out Soldier Suicide Run/Walk on Saturday at 9 a.m. at Blakely Borough Recreation Complex, 300 Riverside Drive, Peckville, to raise awareness about veteran suicide and support the mission to help reduce the number of lives lost. The event features a flat, fast course that participants can run or walk. Registration and information: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Peckville/StompOutSoldierSuicide22Miler.

Second Chance Festival

The Lackawanna County Reentry Task Force’s Second Chance Festival is set for Thursday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Lackawanna County Courthouse Square in Scranton, to raise awareness about successful reentry while supporting individuals returning to the community after incarceration. The community event will include performances by Clarence Spady and Wade Preston, as well as drawings, giveaways and information stations. Information: www.lackawannacounty.org.

Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour ’26

Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour ’26 will make a stop at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, on Thursday. Showtime is 7 p.m. and doors open at 5:30. Williams, one of the most in-demand comedians working today, began doing stand-up comedy as a teenager and has been touring successfully ever since, selling out venues all over the country and world. Information: https://kirbycenter.org/show/brad-williams.

North Branch Land Trust 2026 Annual Barn Banquet

The North Branch Land Trust 2026 Annual Barn Banquet is set for Monday from 5:30-9 p.m. at Friedman Farms, 138 Wyoming Road, Dallas. The fundraising event is a celebration of the agricultural heritage of the area and will feature farm-to-table food. Tickets are $100 for members and $115 for nonmembers. Advance registration is required. Information or reservations: https://nblt.org/.

Hegins Valley Arts & Crafts Faire

The Hegins Valley Arts & Crafts Faire will be held Saturday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 220 Park Lane, Hegins. The proceeds benefit local charities, organizations and community projects. The show is held rain or shine, so come prepared. Event parking is $2; fee goes directly to the volunteering organization, which is the Sacramento Community Fire Company. Information: https://heginscraftfaire.com/.