Good morning, Scranton.

The St. Francis of Assisi Food Pantry in Scranton helped about 900 families last month and expects to serve more in November.

Its kitchen served nearly 10,000 meals and will prepare 15 turkeys—along with trimmings—for Thanksgiving while staff ask for non-perishable donations and volunteers.

Scranton and Wilkes-Barre will honor the Rev.

Joseph Murgas on Saturday from 1—4 p.m. as current mayors reenact his wireless tone system messages using Morse code while local institutions display his pioneering work in radio communications.

Scranton City Hall announced a new Code Blue shelter for people experiencing homelessness as cold weather nears and after the closure of Keystone Mission's shelter earlier this year.

The city is working with Catholic social services to open locations at Weston Field and Saint Anthony's Haven along Olive Street—Saint Anthony's has 26 beds available when temperatures fall below 20 degrees.

Sen. Fetterman detailed in his memoir that his relationship with Gov. Shapiro soured when the governor did not endorse his run for lieutenant governor and voted against pardoning two inmates.

He described a clash over criminal justice decisions—recalling that he used harsh language on a hot microphone—and said Shapiro acted from political ambition and caution.

28/22 Sports Night — airing Monday-Friday from 8-9 p.m. — previews Penn State's bowl game hopes and local state playoff matchups while discussing rivalry history and MLB awards; the show is hosted by Nick Zelaya, Alaina Losito and co-host Ricky Turner.

WVIA’s podcast featured discussion on Lackawanna College Football Coach Mark Duda’s retirement—reported by Sarah Hofius Hall, Roger DuPuis, and Bob Ide.

Bob Ide also detailed upcoming high school football playoffs, including Schuylkill Haven vs. Williams Valley—while previewing the Pitt vs. Notre Dame game in Pittsburgh this weekend.

Mixed Media Card Making Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Retro Cafe — Free for OAOA Members, $15 suggested donation — Discover the art of mixed media as you create your own unique cards in a cozy café setting.

Women Are Power Friendsgiving

11:30 AM – 3:00 PM — ANZ Hotel Scranton — $30 — Celebrate friendship and empowerment while supporting local children in need.

SIX Musical Performance

1-2:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy celebration of girl power with the hit musical SIX.

Tower Lighting Event

2-6:30 p.m. — Times Tower — Free entry — Kick off the holiday season with live music, food vendors, and the magical lighting of the Scranton tower followed by fireworks.

Yellow Brick Joel: Billy Joel and Elton John Tribute Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices not provided — Celebrate the music of two iconic piano legends with riveting performances.

Whiskey Myers Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Tickets start at $41 — Experience an electrifying night with Whiskey Myers at a stunning local venue.

The Nutcracker Performance

2-4 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of Clara and her magical journey in this beloved holiday ballet.