The actors and writers strikes have resulted in most Hollywood film and television productions being shut down, from the “Gladiator” sequel to the live action “Lilo & Stitch.” But some independent films and television productions are being granted waivers by the union that will allow them to continue, with Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists actors, amid the strike.

Greta Gerwig should be feeling closer to fine these days. In just three weeks in theaters, “Barbie” is set to sail past $1 billion in global ticket sales, breaking a record for female directors that was previously held by Patty Jenkins, who helmed “Wonder Woman.”

CARLISLE — Saturday, August 5 marks a significant milestone for Uncovering PA as the popular Pennsylvania travel website celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Oh, now who doesn’t just love getting invited to a fancy wedding? Getting all spiffed up, the open bar, the culinary delights! Depending on how much you actually like (or dislike) the couple to be, let me enlighten you on a secret wedding hack I’ve mastered over the years.

Bill Corcoran is joined #OnTheStacks by Luzerne County native & US Navy Veteran, Ryan Evans. His story is intertwined with the theme of gifts, from monetary funds to the intangibles he has received throughout his life.

Despite their band name, alternative NEPA rock group Look Back Luna is looking ahead to the future of their music. Hear their latest hits on 979X’s Locals Only show on Sundays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

LA PLUME – Keystone College and Factoryville Borough host professional actor Eddie Frierson’s “MATTY: an Evening with Christy Mathewson” on Friday, August 11 at 7 p.m. in the Theatre in Brooks at Keystone.

Recent Penn State Information Sciences Graduate Hallie Sanchez and Weekender Entertainment Writer Gabrielle Lang competed as a team at Back Mountain Brewing Company’s Thursday Trivia Night. We got to know each other over locally-made brews and wine, while exchanging stories about post-college job hunting and how pop culture meets technology.

SWOYERSVILLE — Wing lovers flocked to Swoyersville’s Roosevelt Softball Field on Saturday to taste-test the area’s finest chicken wing offerings during the borough’s first Wing Fling event.

SCRANTON — Good Things Are Happenings Festival gets ready for its second year on August 12 at Scranton’s Iron Furnaces. Be there to witness a good thing happening in your neighborhood with live music and local vendors all day.

Jim Mirabelli of NEPA Pizza Review checks out the New York Style pizza at John's Italian Restaurant in the Poconos. He went for a half-pepperoni baked "well done," recommended by regulars. Mirabelli describes it as a "Cheese Lover's Dream."

CARBONDALE - Jim Mirabelli of NEPA Pizza Review checks out The Stonehouse to test out one of the only pan-fried Sicilian pizzas you can find in Lackawanna County.

Musikfest in Bethlehem opens officially this weekend with various artists all day long, rock legends Pantera (presented by 979X) take over The Pavilion at Montage Mountain, and celebrate the upcoming Camp Punksylvania at VSpot Bar's kick-off event. All this and a whole lot more happening this weekend in the Northeast Pennsylvania music scene.

Recent Penn State Information Sciences Graduate Hallie Sanchez and Weekender Entertainment Writer Gabrielle Lang competed as a team at Back Mountain Brewing Company’s Thursday Trivia Night. We got to know each other over locally-made brews and wine, while exchanging stories about post-college job hunting and how pop culture meets technology.

BETHLEHEM — Three very different big-time comedians join forces for an epic comedy night at Wind Creek Event Center. Jon Stewart, John Mulaney, and Pete Davidson announced two performances on Saturday, September 9.

This weekend in live music the Moscow Country Street Fair hosts a full lineup of various artists, Ted Nugent sold out Penn's Peak, and Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo take over Mohegan Pennsylvania. All this and A LOT more listed on The Weekender's NEPA Live Music List.

WILKES-BARRE — Rockin’ the River summer concert series saw another excellent turn-out on Friday, July 21 for “An Evening With Stevie: Tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac” with opening act, Plus 3.

There's a lot on the schedule for this summer weekend! The Mountain Beer and Wine Festival serves up live music and great drinks at Penn's Peak, Rockin' The River continues onto its second week in Wilkes-Barre, and you can catch the Counting Crows in Bethlehem with Dashboard Confessional.