America250PA will host official County Kick-Off Events in all 67 counties to mark the beginning of Pennsylvania’s Semiquincentennial year.
Each kick-off recognizes the county’s unique history, local partnerships, and ongoing role in the Commonwealth’s Semiquincentennial celebration, while highlighting America250PA’s signature initiatives and upcoming statewide programming.
Through these events, America250PA is working across all 67 counties to ensure every Pennsylvanian has a place in this once-in-a-generation milestone.
Here is a list of events scheduled throughout the region.
Schuylkill County
Sunday, 9:30 a.m.
Schuylkill County Courthouse, 401 N 2nd St., Pottsville, PA 17901
Speakers include Cassandra Coleman, America250PA Executive Director; Pennsylvania State Representative Tim Twardzik; and Lawrence Padora, Schuylkill County Commission Chair and America250PA Schuylkill County Advisor.
Lackawanna County
Sunday, 3 p.m.
Lackawanna County Courthouse, 200 N Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18503
Speakers include Cassandra Coleman and Vince Galko, America250PA Commissioner.
Luzerne County
Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Luzerne County Courthouse, 200 N River St., Wilkes-Barre, 18711
Speakers include Cassandra Coleman and Pennsylvania State Representative Eddie Day Pashinski.