Tinnitus expert to speak at support group meeting
Dr. Gail Brenner, a board-certified audiologist and founder of the Tinnitus Treatment Center of Philadelphia, will be a guest speaker at the Tinnitus Support Group of Northeast Pennsylvania meeting on Friday at 2 p.m. at the Wright Center for Community Health Mid Valley, 5 S. Washington Ave., Jermyn.
Brenner has dedicated over 40 years to helping patients with hearing loss and tinnitus and specializes in Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT), a treatment based on the Neurophysiological Model of Tinnitus developed by Dr. Pawel Jastreboff. Brenner has extensive experience in diagnostic testing, hearing aid fitting and tinnitus therapy.
Most recently, Brenner completed training to provide the FDA-approved Lenire Tinnitus Treatment Device, the topic of her presentation. She has lectured nationally and internationally on tinnitus and hearing care and teaches advanced tinnitus courses to audiologists and ENT residents.
The tinnitus support group welcomes individuals living with tinnitus, their loved ones and anyone interested in learning more about the complex audiological and neurological condition. Participants can connect, share their experiences and explore coping strategies in a compassionate and supportive environment.
New participants are welcome. Virtual meeting options are available for those unable to attend in person.
The support group meets on the first Friday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. For more information or to obtain the virtual meeting link, contact Nicole Flynn, director of the geriatrics service line at the Wright Center for Community Health, at flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org or 570-230-0019.
Historical society to host winter pysanky workshop
The Lackawanna Historical Society will host a pysanky-making workshop on Saturday, Nov. 22, at 11 a.m. Hosted by Tammy Budnovitch, the workshops will be held at the society’s headquarters at the Catlin House, 232 Monroe Ave., Scranton. Cost for the workshop is $30 and includes all supplies.
Pysanky is a traditional Ukrainian craft in which patterns are drawn on the eggs with wax, which protects the egg when dye is applied. Dating back to prehistoric Ukraine, folklore claims these elaborate wax-decorated eggs can help ward off evil from overtaking the world.
Each workshop is a two-hour beginner class teaching the basic steps of making pysanky and will include all needed supplies, such as kistka, beeswax, egg, egg design and additional designs to take home.
Budnovitch is a member of SS. Cyril & Methodius Ukrainian Church who has been teaching pysanky for several years. There will also be some of her finished pysanky for sale, as well as additional supplies for anyone who wants to continue the craft.
Space is limited. To make reservations, contact the Lackawanna Historical Society at 570-344-3841 or email lackawannahistory@gmail.com.
Johnson College expands Pathway to Innovation patio with new brick campaign
Johnson College is expanding the Pathway to Innovation patio outside Ideal Saldi Hall, adding new opportunities for supporters to leave their mark on its Scranton campus. Established during the college’s last capital campaign, the distinctive brick patio honors the people and partnerships that have helped shape Johnson College’s mission of hands-on, career-focused education.
Each personalized brick represents a commitment to the belief in the transformative power of experiential learning. Johnson College invites alumni, parents, local businesses and friends to purchase engraved bricks.
The following brick options are available:
Small brick (4” x 8”): Three lines, up to 18 characters per line — $250 donation.
Large brick (8” x 8”): Six lines, up to 18 characters per line — $500 donation.
Funds raised through the campaign directly support the College Annual Fund, helping provide essential resources and opportunities for Johnson College students. Orders placed by Dec. 30 will be installed in spring or summer 2026, joining bricks already in place on the patio.
To participate, visit johnson.edu/bricks to download the brick order form. Participants should mail completed forms and payments to Johnson College, Office of College Advancement, 3427 N. Main Ave., Scranton, PA 18508.
Donations are tax-deductible and acknowledged with a receipt. Donors should consult their tax advisers for specific deduction details.
For additional information, contact the Office of College Advancement at 570-702-8920 or collegeadvancement@johnson.edu.