May 9, 10, 11, 17 & 18, 2008

The Nuremberg Community Players presents the timeless musical "Camelot" at The Factory on School and Apple Streets in Nuremberg.  Shows are at 7:30 pm on the 9th, 10th & 17th and at  4:00 pm on the 11th & 18th.  Dinner will be available before each show by reservation only.  Tickets for dinner and show are $22 and $10 for show only.  For reservations call 570-384-4309.

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May 11, 2008

Hazleton City View BMX track Open House, noon to 4:00 pm.  Registration & practice noon to 1:30; Race at 2:00.  No admission for spectators.  BMC raffles, 50/50 tickets, giveaways and prizes.  Concession Stand open for food and drinks.  For more information go to www.hazletonbmx.typepad.com 

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May 14, 2008

MetroAction announces upcoming business development training programs for Hazleton Businesses. "Making Sense of Your Dollars and Cents" noon to 2:00 pm, held at MetroAction, 222 Mulberry St., Scranton.  Seminar is FREE but registration is required.  Call 342-7711 or visit www.metroaction.org to register. 

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May 14, 2008

Seminar present by Physical Therapy Specialists, Route 309 Hometown. Session #1 - "Fat Cells/Disease/Obesity", 6:00 pm.  Topics include - Impact of being overweight, abdominal obesity, consequences of excessive abdominal fat, "Waist Management" strategies, obesity trends among US adults, how body weight is regulated, obesity epidemic in children.  Light refreshments will be served.  FREE.  Please register by calling 570-668-1889.

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May 15, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce 116th Annual Dinner and Trade Exposition, Best Western Genetti Inn & Suites, Route 309, Hazleton.  Expo 5:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by dinner.  For more information, call 455-1509 or email info@hazletonchamber.org 

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May 15th & 16th, 2008

Wilkes-Barre Fine Arts Fiesta, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, 11am to 8 pm.

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May 15, 2008

Bloomsburg Art Walk, River Stone Gallery, 33 E. Main Street, Bloomsburg, 4 pm to 9 pm.

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May 17, 2008

United Charies annual tricky tray auction, Christ Lutheran Church, Main Street, Conyngham. Doors open at 10:30 am and the auction begins at 12:30 pm. For more information or donations call 455-1529.

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May 17, 2008

Hazleton Red Cross Annual Celebration of Life Walk, dedicated to members of the Armed Forces. Hazle Township Community Park. 10:45 am opening flag ceremony and presentation of the colors - Walk begins at 11 am - Picnic lunch available at noon - 1pm program token of appreciation for blood donors.. To register for the walk or for sponsor information call the Red Cross office at 455-9517.

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May 20, 2008

The Luzerne Foundation Annual Meeting and Reception, 5:30 pm, F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts.  For more information call 714-1570 or email diane@luzfdn.org  

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May 21, 2008

"Freeland Local History Night" a presentation on the history of Freeland and its shops and commerce, Hazleton Area Public Library, Freeland Branch, 515 Front St., Freeland, 6:30 pm, admission FREE, but call for seating 636-2125. 

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May 22, 2008

POWER! Outage, Valley County Club, 6 to 8 pm.  Free to attend.  RSVP to Melanie at mklainowski@ghha.org or call 501-4787. 

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May 22, 2008

Junior Achievement of Northeastern Pennsylvania 21st Annual Business Hall of Fame Awards Dinner, The Genetti Hotel & Conference Center in Wilkes-Barre.  Tickets are $125 per person or $1,000 per table of ten and must be reserved in advance.  Funds raised support Junior Achievements' vibrant and critical programs through out the community.  For reservations, advertising or sponsorship information, or to make a donation, call 570-602-3600.

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May 23, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Red Carpet Breakfast, URS 50th Anniversary, 7:45 am, URS, 489 W. Broad St., Hazleton.  $15 per person.  Call Julie at the Chamber, 455-1509 or email dpavuk@hazletonchamber.org  

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May 24, 2008

The Unico Club of Hazleton presents First Annual Italian Heritage Day, "Bell' Italia Festivale", Hazle Township Community Park, 10 am to 6 pm.  Italian music, food, games, prizes and surprises.  Who is the oldest living Italian man and woman in our area.  Pizza eating contest and more!   For more information contact Don Galade at 570-501-1200 or email galadefinancial@epix.net 

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May 25, 2008

The Greater Hazleton Concert Series and the Eagle Rock Community Association present their 2nd Annual Support the Arts Festival, 10 am to 5 pm, at Eagle Rock, Route 924, Hazleton.  Held at the Panorama Lodge and surrounding grounds.  Join us for a fun filled day with artisans and skilled craftsmem, raffle, 50/50, tricky trays, food, drinks, wine tasting, music and much more!  All proceeds benefit the Greater Hazleton Concert Series.  For participant application please contact Donna at 570-384-3551 or email dlbrown1@aol.com  

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May 25, 2008

2nd Annual Support the Arts Festival, Eagle Rock, Panorama Lodge, Route 924, Hazleton, 10 am to 5 pm. Artisans and skilled craftsmen, raffle, 50/50, tricky trays, food, drinks, wine tasting, music and more. All proceeds benefit the Greater Hazleton Concert Seris. Call 384-3551 or email dlbrown1@aol.com. 

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May 29, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce , 3rd Annual Human Resources Seminar.  8 am to 1 pm.  Three breakout sessions, keynote speaker, continental breakfast and lunch.  $50 for Chamber member; $75 for non members.  For more information contact Leann at 455-1509 or email at lfallabel@hazletonchamber.org  

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June 5, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce , Networking Mixer, hosted and sonsored by Helping Hands, Rocky Road, Hazleton, 5:30 to 7:00 pm.  Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and beverages.  For reservations call Julie at 455-1509 or email Leann at lfallabel@hazletonchamber.org  

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June 6, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce New Member Reception.  Free to all new members.  Join the Chamber staff and directors for coffe, danish, Christmas Cookies and tons of useful information on how to benefit even more from your membership with the Chamber.  8 to 9 am, Chamber office, 20 W. Broad St., Hazleton.  For more information call 455-1509.

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June 7, 2008

Greater Hazleton Rails to Trails Hike and Bike Event.  Beginning at 11:00 am.  Free picnic and giveaways.  For more information contact Bob Skulsky at 570-455-1509. 

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June 7, 2008

"Blow the Whistle on Asthma" Walko, King's College's Robert L. Betzler Fields, Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre.  Registation at 9:00 am - Walk begins at 10:00 am.  Sponsored by Cross Valley Federal Credit Union.  To register at www.crossvalleyfcu.org  

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June 7, 2008

Spring Fling hosted by Operation Overcome of the Anthracite Region and ARCIL. Tricky trays, food, craft and vendor tables and a flea market. 8am to 3 pm. Christ Lutheran Church, 467 Main Street, Conyngham. For more information call 455-9800.

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June 10, 2008

CAN DO's Annual Board of Directors Dinner Meeting, 4:00 pm - Board Meeting, followed by a social hour and dinner.  Location TBA.  For more information call 570-455-1508.

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June 12, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Academic Awards Banquet to honor top scholatics students in the 3 local High Schools. 6:30 pm.  Best Western Genetti Inn & Suites.  For more information contact Debbie at 455-1508 or email dpavuk@hazletonchamber.org 

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June 14, 2008

Northeast Regional Cancer Institute 16th Annual Cancer Survivors Celebration. 1 pm to 4 pm. Scranton Memorial Stadium. Anyone affected by cancer, their family members and friends are invited to attend this FREE event featuring The Cancer Institute Art Therapy Tile Project, Survivors banner, caricaturists and children's games. Free food and beverages. For more information call 941-7984 or 970-6543.

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June 19, 2008

North-East Penn ASHE Golf Classic - 2008, Mountain Valley Golf Course, Shot Gun Start at 8:30 am.  Proceeds: Charles Mattei Scholarship Fund at Wilkes University.  For more information contact Dominic Yannuzzi at 570-454-2750 or email dyannuzzi@benesch.com  

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June 20, 2008

Greater Hazleton Health Alliance 10th Annual Corporate Invitational Golf Tournament, Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club, Mountaintop.  12:00 noon shotgun start.  Entry Fee - "Early Bird Special" until May 25th, $440 per team, $110 per person.  After May 25th, $500 per team, $125 per person.   Includes cart, green fees, lunch, cocktails, dinner and gift.  Dinner fee for guests who are not playing golf is $45 per person.  For more information contact Janet Witkowski in Community Relations at jwitkowski@ghha.org or (570) 501-6204.

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June 20th & 21st, 2008

6th Annual Beech Mountain Festival of the Arts, Beech Mountain Lakes Club House, Route 309, Drums. Friday 7pm to 10pm Reception and Sale (entrance fee). Saturday 10am to 4 pm (no fee). RAIN OR SHINE

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June 21, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce , Community Awareness Tour of Greater Hazleton, 9 am to 12 noon.  FREE.  Reservations are required, space is limited to 10 people.  Call Leann Fallabel at 455-1509 or email a lfallabel@hazletonchamber.org  

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June 27, 2008

The Hazleton YMCA annual golf tournament.  Sugarloaf Golf Course, 1 pm shotgun start.  For more information contact Anne Marie at annie@ymca-ywca-of-hazleton.org or 570-455-2046 

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June 28, 2008

Catholic Youth Center's Latino Committee hosts the Fiesta Latina de San Juan & Health/Financial Fair in Wilkes-Barre, 11 am to 3 pm.  For more information and for sponsorship information contact Karla Porter at 570-592-8378 or 301-5086. 

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July 17, 2008

FREE Small Business Resource Clinic. Learn about - Developing a business plan; Helpful community resources; Financing your business; What lenders look for and more.  9  to 10 am, Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce, 20 W. Broad St., Hazleton.  Fore more information or to register call 570-342-7711 or ema chitchock@metroaction.org  

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August 1, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce , Seventh Annual Downtown Hazleton Classic Care Cruise.  Line-up begins at 5:30 pm.  Dash plaques and goody bags for the first 200 cars.  For more information contact Debbie at 455-1509 or email dpavuk@hazletonchamber.org  

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August 8, 9 & 10, 2008

5th Annual Rod & Custom Cruise-In offers something for everyone! From kids' games to "Prom-Night - 1958 Forever".  This three day event features over 580 cars.  Enjoy Hot-Rod Gridlock - Main Cruise of Downtown Bloomsburg, a wing eating contest, live music by Flamin' Dick and the Hot Rods and more!  pre-registration is $20, spectators a $5 a day and overnight camping is available.  All proceeds benefit Bloomsburg Hospital.  For more information call 570-387-2000 or email cruisein@bloomhealth.net of visit the website at www.rodandcustomcruisein.com   

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August 14, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce , 41st Annual Golf Outing, Sand Springs Country Club.  All Day event.  $500 per foursome.  On Course trade show, $125.  Call Leann Fallabel at 455-1509 or email  lfallabel@hazletonchamber.org  

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August 23, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Business and Trade Show at the Laurel Mall, Hazleton.  10 am to 9 pm.  Booth spaces are $150 for Chamber members and $375 for non-members.  Call Leann Fallabel at 455-1509 or email a lfallabel@hazletonchamber.org  

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August 23, 2008

The 5th Annual V.F.W. Post 8253, 5 K Walk/Run in conjunction with the Walter L. Hagelgans Post 8253 Homecoming Day.  The Run will begin at 10 am and the Walk will proceed at 10:05 am.  Same day registration begins at 9 am .  The Annual Homecoming Day event begins at noon and continues until 8 pm.  Available will be food, entertainment, busines displays, games for children and good, safe social atmosphere for the day.

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September 6 & 7, 2008

FUNFEST Street Fair.  For more information contact Judiann or Julie at 570-455-1509. 

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October 4, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce , Community Awareness Tour of Greater Hazleton, 9 am to 12 noon.  FREE.  Reservations are required, space is limited to 10 people.  Call Leann Fallabel at 455-1509 or email a lfallabel@hazletonchamber.org  

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October 31, 2008

Annual Business and Community Awards Luncheon.  Details later.  For more information and reservations contact Leann at 455-1509 or email lfallabel@hazletonchamber.org  

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December 4, 2008

Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce New Member Reception.  Free to all new members.  Join the Chamber staff and directors for coffe, danish, Christmas Cookies and tons of useful information on how to benefit even more from your membership with the Chamber.  8 to 9 am, Chamber office, 20 W. Broad St., Hazleton.  For more information call 455-1509.

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