Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Anniversary concerts spark rush: Free tickets are moving quickly for America 250PA's Lady A and En Vogue concert at Kirby Park in June, after State College and Erie hit capacity in 24 hours -- get ticket limits and details.

Shaping local internet access: Lackawanna County is collecting broadband survey responses and speed tests from residents and businesses through July 13 to map gaps. A report will outline findings to guide expansion and affordability -- see how you can help.

Historic home's legacy celebrated: A new plaque honoring a Revolutionary era patriot was unveiled at the Isaac Tripp House in Scranton, with city officials attending. The landmark now offers rental space for community events -- learn about rental availability.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Classic Hill Section hangout: Jack’s Draft House keeps it simple with cold beers, legit pub grub, and the kind of friendly, vintage vibe that makes “one drink” turn into catching up for hours. Rally a couple neighbors, claim a table, and make this your midweek reset.

Tee it this week: Pine Hills Country Club makes golf simple, with a full regulation course, a quick par-3 loop, and indoor simulators when skies turn gray. Perfect for a casual nine with neighbors or a low-pressure round that still delivers those views.

All aboard, Scranton: If you haven’t wandered through Steamtown National Historic Site lately, consider it your weekend reset... towering steam locomotives, hands-on exhibits, and relaxing train rides that remind you why the Electric City hums, plus enough railway lore to impress that one uncle who still says “choo-choo.”

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🧘 Slow Flow Vinyasa Yoga @ The Greenhouse Project | Wednesday (4/29) at 5:30 PM – Slow Flow Vinyasa in the Nay Aug greenhouse, with Heather keeping it calm, stretchy, and surprisingly sweat-friendly. Drop in, bring a mat, water, and layers, toss in a ten if you can, and park by the greenhouse on the right. Beginner friendly, nature approved.

🤠 Line Dancing @ The Colonnade | Thursday (4/30) at 7:00 PM – This line dancing night at The Colonnade keeps Scranton twirling with free lessons, open floor, and a cash bar, no cover, all ages. You don’t need to like country, just counting to eight, then requesting your song, tipping the boot for charity, and grinning.

🖼 Remembering Herself: Photo Exhibition @ Simply Lush Portrait Boutique | Friday (5/1) at 6:00 PM – Grand opening meets First Friday at a photo exhibition celebrating real women and the messy magic of becoming. Expect signature cocktails, charcuterie cups, a DJ, chair massages, pole performances, flash tattoos, and permanent bracelets. Come as you are, leave slightly shinier, possibly moved.

🎼 NEPA Philharmonic: Symphony Series @ Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple | Friday (5/1) at 7:00 PM – The NEPA Philharmonic wraps the season with a cosmic crowd-pleaser at the Scranton Cultural Center, soaring from Holst’s Planets to moonlit moods to full on Star Wars. Expect big brass, goosebumps, and just enough nostalgia to make you forget the yard work, no lightsaber required.

🌊 RiverFest '26 @ Parker Street Landing | Saturday (5/2) at 11:30 AM – RiverFest is setting up at the new Parker Street Landing, with Sumthin Fishy Goin On, Lacka Lemonade, and live tunes from Jeremy Burke. Bring the family, browse the partner exhibits, and pretend you came for the learning. Sojourn Paddle details are on LRCA's site.

🩺 2026 Be Well Spring Health Fair @ Viewmont Mall | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Feel like your step counter is judging you? The Northeast Counties Medical Society brings back its Be Well Spring Health Fair for year two, new and improved, with local experts, practical wellness resources, and easy check-ins that beat Dr. Google, plus neighborly vibes.

🎶 Thank You for the (15 Years of) Music: Summer Season Fundraiser @ The Shakes Space | Saturday (5/2) – Whether you were there for the first chord 15 years ago or just found your seat last summer, this fundraiser is the victory lap. Expect live tunes, neighborly toasts, and the gentle art of giving. Show up, feel good, fund the summer season ahead.

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