
Haley O'Brien | WVIA News
ReporterHaley O'Brien is a newscast host on WVIA Radio during All Things Considered, weekdays from 4 to 6 p.m. She is also WVIA's Community Engagement Reporter, and writes a weekly series titled "Eventful," featuring weekend events planned for around the region. Listen to the accompanying radio segment, Haley's Happy Hour, Thursdays at 5:44 p.m.
You can email Haley at haleyobrien@wvia.org
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Train excursions for Father’s Day, a celebration of a beloved Polish dish in Luzerne County, and the NEPA Yoga Festival are happening this weekend.
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A collaborative network of local agencies will host a community celebration for older adults at Nay Aug Park Wednesday. WVIA News will provide live coverage of the event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on WVIA Radio.
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Scranton Tomorrow partnered with the Lackawanna Blind Association and Penn State Master Gardeners to create a sensory garden in downtown Scranton.
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EVENTFUL: Scranton's Arts on Fire, Electric City Improv, Williamsport's Garden Art Show this weekendAn arts festival in Scranton will showcase the region's industrial history while Scranton's new improv company will perform its first show. In Williamsport, artists will display their work at the Way's Garden Art Show.
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Paul Capoccia loves Esports so much he developed his own video game that immerses players in the behind-the-scenes of managing a team in the competitive online environment.
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This weekend's events include Pottsville's first film festival, the fifth annual Pocono Pride Festival in Stroudsburg and more.
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Celebrate Memorial Day at the Sweet Valley Fireman’s parade and carnival. There are plenty of outdoor events planned for this weekend as well as a block party fundraiser for Scranton’s public libraries.
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It’s a good weekend to get out and celebrate the arts or honor those who serve our country. Other events this weekend include the Harvey's Lake Run, LCRA Riverfest Sojourn and more.
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The Pinchot Mansion in Pike County will host unique tours this Saturday. In Williamsport, a museum will offer half price for National Train Day and Maker Fest is happening at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds.
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This weekend’s events include a Cherry Blossom Festival in Wilkes-Barre, a fishing derby in Pike County, a mac and cheese cookoff and more.