ARCHBALD, LACKAWANNA CO. — The extreme cold is freezing more than just temperatures; it’s freezing weekend plans in Archbald.
In response to the dangerously cold temperatures across the region this weekend, the Archbald Borough Winter Carnival scheduled for yesterday has been postponed to a later date.
Hosted by the Archbald Borough Association, the carnival celebrates Archbald’s 150th anniversary and is set to feature police demonstrations, touch-a-truck activities, crafts, games, and more.
Noting that the bitter chill was hitting the area, Kayleigh Cornell, co-founder of the Archbald Neighborhood Association, explained why they decided to reschedule the carnival.
“We heard that there was an Arctic blast coming. So, unlike snow, which could miss us, Arctic fronts usually kind of stay their course. It was specifically targeted for children. We rather be on the side of caution and move it to our backup date,” said Cornell.
Cornell shared what the community will expect in the Archbald Winter Carnival’s first upcoming event.
“We really try to involve as many organizations, groups, businesses as we could. We actually we got a grant from Lackawanna County Arts and Culture. We’re going to have free horse and carriage rides with Brook Valley Farms. About ten different outdoor games for the kids, and families to participate in,” said Cornell.
“We have a photo op from the Lions Club. We have crafts inside. I know the Valley Community Library is going to be hosting a craft. Mayor Barrett donated s’mores. So we’ll have the fire department putting out fire pits to roast marshmallows. We have touch-a-trucks. Fire departments are going to bring the fire trucks. We have local bakery Ginger’s pies coming as well,” said Cornell.
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The Archbald Borough Winter Carnival is rescheduled and is now set for Saturday, February 14, at Archbald’s Borough Building and High School Plaza Park.