Weekender Spotlight

FACTORYVILLE — Smoak BBQ Grill & Meatery opened in June 2023 right on Lake Road next to Lake Winola’s public boat launch. This endearing restaurant by the water is ideal for grabbing mouthwatering meals on-the-go or hanging out a while!

LONG POND — The premier immersive electronic festival of the Northeast returns for 8th edition at Pocono Raceway from Aug. 8 through Aug. 10 and announces Phase One of its 2025 lineup.

SCRANTON — Do these dark winter blues have you feeling a bit down as of late? You are not not alone! Winter seasonal affective disorder affects millions of people around the globe every single year. I have always called it the “January Blahs.” A period immediately following the glitz and glamour of Christmas and New Year’s, and now what?

WILKES-BARRE — Feld Entertainment and Disney on Ice are set to bring brand-new production, “Let’s Dance”, to the Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza from Jan. 9 through Jan. 12, bringing in a mix of Disney classics both old and new.

Here are three can’t-miss shows to binge-watch on streaming platforms this winter, plus a few more on the way this January. Get to know why “Dexter: Original Sin,” “The Penguin,” and “The Traitors” are worth the watch, without the spoilers.

Kitchen Teeth is celebrating a year full of musical milestones. This original rock band out of Bloomsburg has been playing their way across North and Central Pennsylvania with engaging live performances and the release of their first official album, “Save Our Sanity.”

Trevor Hollis’ “Get Me Low” made its on-air debut on 979X’s Locals Only show back in early October 2024 and it’s the first release from this Clarks Summit solo alt-rock artist

SCRANTON — After sitting vacant for years, a fabulous new restaurant, bar, and venue quietly opens its doors at 519 Linden Street in Scranton.

DUNMORE – Here’s the perfect blend of laughter, entertainment, and celebration to welcome 2025! Scranton Comedy Club announced their annual Spectacular New Year’s Eve Party for Tuesday, December 31, at The Holiday Inn, located at 200 Tigue St in Dunmore.