Northeastern Pennsylvania is set to host a variety of community events in January 2026, offering opportunities for musical workshops, educational presentations, and charitable gatherings. These events cater to a wide range of interests, ensuring that residents can engage with their community while participating in enriching activities.
Musical Workshop and Environmental Awareness
On January 18, 2026, the Wyoming Valley Northeastern Pennsylvania Music Teachers Association will present a workshop led by Mark Reinhart at the East Mountain Holiday Inn in Bear Creek Township. Scheduled for 3 p.m., this session is open to all area musicians and students. Reinhart will introduce a concise methodology that combines relaxation, meditation, and pre-performance warm-up techniques, aimed at enhancing the performance skills of attendees.
Additionally, the Greater Wyoming Valley Audubon Society will host a virtual program on January 19 at 7 p.m.. Franklin Klock from the Carbon County Environmental Center will provide insights on winter safety in a presentation titled “What to Wear/How Not to Die in the Woods.” Participants can access the Zoom link through the Society’s website.
Charitable Efforts and Community Engagement
Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19 will see the third annual Blankets and Broth event at the Friedman JCC, located at 613 S.J. Strauss Lane, Kingston. Volunteers are encouraged to help create handmade fringe blankets and contribute non-perishable food items for the JCC’s food pantry, Sarah’s Table. The event runs from 9 a.m. to noon, with doors opening at 8 a.m.. Contributions will benefit local organizations such as Ruth’s Place and Project Warm for Veterans Affairs.
In Wilkes-Barre, the Wyoming Valley Chapter of The Embroiderers’ Guild of America invites the public to join their stitch-in event on January 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at Barnes and Noble Bookstore, Arena Hub Plaza. Attendees can bring their own projects or simply observe the group’s activities.
Other notable community events include the Northmoreland Volunteer Fire Company’s bingo night on January 19, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m., and the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church labyrinth walk on January 21, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.. Participants are reminded to wear socks while walking the labyrinth.
In support of local culture, the Kingston Historical Society will hold its meeting on January 22 at 7 p.m. in the Kingston Municipal Building. Residents are invited to learn more about the society and get involved with its initiatives.
For those looking for a bit of entertainment, Actors Circle is presenting “Love, Sex, and the I.R.S.” at the Providence Playhouse from January 17 to January 25. Evening performances begin at 7 p.m. and tickets are available online or at the door.
These events highlight the vibrant community spirit of Northeastern Pennsylvania, encouraging residents to participate in local activities that foster connection, learning, and support for those in need. For further details about each event, residents can visit respective organization websites or contact event coordinators directly.
