Good morning, Scranton.

Ushu Mukelo and the Congolese Community of Scranton use a new van (funded by a $20,000 grant from the Scranton Area Community Foundation) as a mobile office and transport to jobs and medical appointments and plan to add a smaller vehicle in the coming months.

Always in Stitches, a local quilting group celebrating 20 years, crafted a patriotic quilt for America 250 now on display at Abington Community Library (near the Ryon Community Room) while raffle tickets are sold until July 2 with the winner drawn on July 6 to fund the library.

Rotary Club of the Abingtons cleaned up Routes 6 & 11 between Clarks Summit and Glenburn Twp, collecting 22 trash bags while braving cold, trucks, and a turkey.

They hosted a May 23 5K Run/Walk fundraiser and received a Salvation Army plaque for raising $10,000 in Christmas donations.

At the Dietrich Theater, summer programming includes film events and live performances: a Pride Month screening of 'To Wong Foo' featuring a Q&A with Douglas Carter Beane on June 17 and a classical guitar concert by Jay Steveskey and Paul Sweeny on June 14 (tickets available at the door).

The Scranton Greek Food Festival returns at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church with traditional dishes from appetizers through desserts.

It will run through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 505 N. Washington Ave (proceeds support church programs).

Big Boy No. 4014 will pass through the region on June 13 and is scheduled to arrive at Steamtown National Historic Site (closed to the public on June 14) where it will remain until July 1 while crews prepare for large crowds.

Hillside Park’s annual Lakeside Wednesday Concerts series starts on July 1 at 6 p.m. and runs every Wednesday until Sept.

2 at 1188 Winola Road in South Abington Township. The free event features local bands & offers food trucks, playgrounds, canoeing, and fishing for all ages.

Dalton Community Library launches two summer events—a reading challenge starting June 22 and a Dixieland Band performance on July 2.

It holds Tuesday group meetings at 10 a.m. and accepts book donations for its Fall Book and Bake sale in October.

The Bi-County Airport Board recognized seven ambassadors for celebrating 20 years of service in May (Carol Fisher and Tom Kisthart from Scranton were among the honorees) during a formal board event.

The innovative SnapSlide prescription vial is now offered at Better Health Pharmacy and Wellness in Olyphant and Family Prescription Counter in Duryea (designed for easier opening by seniors and those with limited hand strength) as pharmacy owners plan to expand its use nationwide.

Union nurses at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital ratified a three-year contract on Monday evening that offers wage hikes + improved staffing and safety measures after the previous deal expired.

The contract was approved by 92% of 240 nurses following Tenor Health Foundation’s recent takeover of local hospitals.

Pennsylvania’s tick season is peaking as cases of alpha-gal syndrome and Lyme disease prompt officials to urge residents to use EPA repellent, perform tick checks on themselves and pets, and remove ticks promptly — especially during yard work and outdoor activities.

Scranton Tennis Club on Morgan Highway, a nonprofit since 1929, offers programs for all ages and has added ADA ramps — it will host a blind draw mixed doubles tournament on June 6 at 9 a.m. and a U.S. Open bus trip on Aug.

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Happy Hour at the Barre

5-7 p.m. — Lace Venue by Epicurean — Cash bar available — Enjoy a unique blend of yoga, barre, and Pilates while indulging in a creative happy hour menu.

The Music Man Performance

2-5 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Cost Info Not Provided — Enjoy a lively rendition of this beloved musical classic.

Spy Class 1778

3:30 p.m. — Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library — Free entry — Kids will dive into local history through fun code-breaking and spycraft activities.