Good morning, Scranton.

The Dalton Lions Club District 14-H—one of the oldest in the region since 1939 with Scranton’s roots dating to 1923—held a Pull and Putt tournament and organizes fundraisers like a Thanksgiving coin drop.

It uses funds to provide scholarships and support charities including Janet Weiss Children’s Hospital.

Catholic Social Services is hosting a toy drive at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church that provides hundreds of gifts for over 200 children + a second-chance distribution today for families who missed Tuesday’s registration.

Kids with disabilities enjoyed a festive Christmas party at Lucca's Restaurant in Taylor, hosted by Tobyhanna Army Depot Operation Santa Claus; they made ornaments, met Santa, and received gift bags to celebrate the holiday.

Dalton resident Ruzhka Raynova transformed her crafting hobby into World Wide Crafting — a home-based business that creates custom gifts for local businesses and special occasions.

She plans to open an office in South Abington Township to expand her services.

Local artist Morgan Jackson offers commemorative house paintings that capture treasured memories from generations.

She visits each home to take detailed photos and transforms the views into art — connecting community history with personal stories.

Emilia McCormick, owner of USA Tiny Tumblers, published her first children’s book, Mikey Goes to the Park, which follows a shy boy who finds friendship at Café No. 27 + local retailers.

The story, recommended for ages 2–7, inspires kids to gain confidence and embrace new friendships.

Scranton City Council voted Tuesday night to approve a zoning change that lets Geisinger Community Medical Center expand on Colfax Avenue.

The hospital plans to add a new building for clinical services, more inpatient beds, extra parking, and a connecting bridge.

Wegmans recalled its Deluxe Mixed Nuts Unsalted products after routine testing found Salmonella-positive pistachios in one lot; the products were sold from Nov.

3 to Dec. 1 in several states including Pennsylvania, though no illnesses were reported (FDA report).

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.

The Book of Mormon

2-3:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Ticket prices vary — Experience the wit and humor of this Tony Award-winning musical about two missionaries in Uganda.