Events in Hazleton, PA

Now in its ninth year, this golf tournament at White Birch Golf Course features a putting challenge, two holes with chances to win hole-in-one prizes, and special hole prizes for both men and women. Participants can expect food and beverages, and a prize auction is planned. A prepayment rate of $80 per golfer is available. For registration or more information, contact Chris at 570-527-0744 or chartz782@yahoo.com.

Now in its thirteenth year, this classic car show takes place on the grounds of the Kaska Volunteer Fire Company and brings together polished rides, good food, refreshments, and an adult bar. Expect live music, a raffle auction, and on-site vehicle registration with a $15 entry fee. Limited VIP parking is available for $10. The first 50 registered cars receive dash plaques. Awards include Top 25, Best of Show, and additional honors, with a ceremony held during the event. The raffle auction offers a shop and drop opportunity ahead of time, and prizes will be drawn during the show. Registration is in person only, and there is no rain date. A link to an Amazon gift list is planned to be shared.

A wide-open dance floor offers plenty of space to move comfortably, spin, and show off your best steps without feeling crowded.

Newborn Essentials at PAK Mt Top is a welcoming, interactive session created to support the earliest weeks of your baby’s life. Guided by pediatricians and child care experts, it covers core topics like feeding, sleep patterns, and infant health in a caring, evidence based setting. The format encourages questions and practical learning, while also providing space for new mothers to connect, exchange experiences, and build supportive friendships. The goal is to help you feel informed and confident as you navigate the start of parenthood.

The Independent Bikers Federation presents a fundraiser ride supporting Wreaths Across America and the wreath laying at Elan Memorial Park. The gathering takes place at Berwick VFW Post 821 and centers on camaraderie and giving back. Highlights include a dice run, a Chinese auction, and a 50/50 drawing, with food served after the ride. Participation is $20 per bike, and a meal-only option is available for $10. All proceeds benefit Wreaths Across America to remember the fallen, honor those who serve, and teach the next generation the value of freedom. For questions, contact IBF President James Karchner at 570-394-7185.

This cash bingo fundraiser supports children and youth. A simultaneous supply drive will collect hygiene and cleaning items for the community pantry. For tickets, contact Ellen Dymond at 570-826-8700 ext. 2001. Donation and general inquiries can be directed to Janelle Nardone at Janelle@opellaw.com or 570-550-3044, or to Tammy Danna at 570-550-3578.

Help care for the Nature Discovery Area and the park office landscaping by removing weeds, spreading mulch, and planting or transplanting native wildflowers. Activities are best suited to adults and older children, but all ages are welcome. Please register in advance so there will be enough tools for everyone. All equipment is provided, and gardening gloves will be available if you do not bring your own. To request a disability accommodation, contact the park office at 272-808-6192. For information on this and other programs, see the DCNR Calendar of Events.

A mixed gender strongman competition is set at Achieve Wellness & Fitness, giving competitors an opportunity to test their strength. More details will be shared soon. Registration is available online.

Settle into the Main Floor Reading Lounge with whatever you feel like reading. Spend unhurried time with your book, chat if you choose, and take a moment for yourself. The gathering begins with casual conversation, shifts into a quiet stretch for reading, and wraps up with more time to socialize. Linger as long as you wish. This meet up is organized by the McBride chapter of Silent Book Club, part of a worldwide community with more than 1,000 chapters. There is no assigned book, and readers connect in places like bars, cafes, bookstores, libraries, and online to enjoy peaceful company while everyone reads their own selection.

Enjoy the crisp feel of autumn while a red-hot band turns up the heat with high-energy tunes. Expect a lively vibe perfect for a cool-weather night.

Now in its fifth year, Journey Bank hosts a photography competition that welcomes beginners and experienced image makers to present their work for cash awards. Categories include Animals and Wildlife, Flowers, Black and White, Wood, Groups of 5, Under 12, Cell Phone Photography, and USA250. Finalist prints will be framed, exhibited, and judged at First Presbyterian Church in Berwick. The exhibition is open to the public, who may vote for the People's Choice Award. Prizes include Best in Show for $125, First Place for $100, Second Place for $50, Third Place for $25, Honorable Mention ribbons, and a People's Choice recognition. Digital submissions are accepted by email at photos@journeybank.com, and registration materials and competition rules are available on the website.

Recognized as one of Pennsylvania’s premier fall festivals, this 15th anniversary celebration overlooks the historic and scenic Susquehanna River and welcomes more than 50,000 attendees. It offers a fair experience with no admission fee, and parking, entertainment, and shows are all free. Explore over 150 food and craft vendors, browse a wide selection of handmade items, and enjoy family-friendly attractions like rides for kids and a petting zoo. Live music fills three stages with a lineup that includes the Lance Thomas Band. Auto fans can take in a large car show featuring more than 100 vehicles. Shuttle service is available from the parking lots for added convenience.

Black Diamond’s cornhole weekend at Riverfest unfolds at Test Track Park with two tournaments. The Blind Draw Tournament costs $20 per player, uses Players Choice scoring, pays out 100 percent, and leads into a double elimination bracket. The Doubles Tournament is $50 per team, also uses Players Choice scoring, opens with a four game round robin, then advances to a double elimination bracket. A minimum of six games is guaranteed.

Nature Explorers is a fall program at the Camp Louise Center for Outdoor Recreation and Education designed for kids ages 5 to 12 who love discovering the natural world. Participants explore topics that span birds, trees, mammals, and even rocks. This installment focuses on reptiles and amphibians, with a chance to discuss the Red Eastern Newt that likes to frequent Camp Louise CORE, play games, see live animals, and go on a walk to look for salamanders. A fall movie night is planned later that evening.

Berwick Riverfest marks its biggest day with the Lance Thomas Band headlining the Main Stage, presented as the largest country concert in NEPA. The festival features performances across three stages and plenty of space for lawn chairs. Admission is free. Beyond the music, the grounds showcase hundreds of classic cars, a petting zoo for kids, a large cornhole tournament, and a range of carefully selected food vendors. Promoted as one of Pennsylvania’s standout fall festivals, Riverfest draws more than 50,000 people.

Double Shot comes back to Cavanaugh's Grille for a celebratory night of fun. This return engagement brings a lively atmosphere to the venue.

This event brings live music to Sasquatch Inn.

At Camp Louise Center for Outdoor Recreation and Education, this event focuses on taking down tents and getting the property prepared for the off season.

All vehicles are welcome to participate. A $10 donation, accepted on the day only, benefits Jeremy's Journey.

Reiki Master Teacher and Certified Energy Holistic Practitioner Mara Morell leads an accredited, registered Usui Reiki Level I Shoden training that focuses on self-healing and the fundamentals of supporting others. The Mrida Seva School of Holistic Wellness, established in 2012, offers continued guidance to support each participant’s ongoing journey. Shoden introduces practices that nurture self-discovery, confidence in traditional Reiki teachings, and trust in personal intuitive energy. Participants are attuned to first degree Usui Reiki, learn to give themselves a self Reiki treatment, and explore applying Reiki with others. The class combines clear instruction with hands-on practice, supports opening the body’s natural ability to heal, and includes a manual and a Level I practitioner certificate. Additional learning covers personal energy management, energy clearing methods, and selected techniques shared by Mara. The cost is $150, which includes the manual, attunement, and certificate. Enrollment is limited to six participants. A scholarship option is available to help with training expenses. Continuing education credits are available for YA members. Attendees are encouraged to bring lunch, snacks, and a drink, and to wear comfortable clothing.

This annual celebration keeps getting better. Attendees are encouraged to dress their best for a chance to win cash.

Back at Mountaintop, the crew is set for a lively night of rock and high-energy music. Enjoy the show alongside food and drinks, and make it a fun outing with friends.

This first session of the Annual Potion Party Magickal Night focuses on creating a personal protective sigil. Participants learn how these hand drawn symbols are intended to guard against negative energy and harm by turning a clear intention into a one of a kind design using simple shapes, lines, and arcane alphabets. The program includes background on sigils, a guided visualization to set intention, and several practice sketches before completing the final artwork on sacred paper that has been blessed and infused. The finished sigil is placed in a frame for display on an altar, in a meditation area, or anywhere that feels right. Part two follows after this session. The cost for part one is $25.

With a playful nod to running a bit late, a Halloween party is planned at West Street Pub. This gathering provides a simple way to celebrate the holiday at the pub.

Pitch in at the Nature Discovery Area and around the park office landscaping with hands-on tasks like weeding, mulching, and planting and transplanting native wildflowers. The work is most appropriate for adults and older children, yet everyone is welcome. Registration helps ensure enough tools are available for all participants. Tools are provided. Bring your own gardening gloves if you prefer, and gloves will also be available on site. For disability-related accommodations, contact the park office at 272-808-6192.

Celebrate the season at Folk's Butterfly Farm during the fourth annual Christmas craft showcase. Explore a variety of vendor offerings, enjoy food, and take part in family-friendly activities. The Bloomsburg Children's Museum will host a hands-on craft for kids, and there will be a scavenger hunt along with a door prize.

Deepen your practice with Reiki Master level (Shinpiden) training for practitioners who have completed Usui Reiki Level 2. This immersive experience honors Reiki as a sacred path and explores additional healing energy, symbols, techniques, and knowledge to enrich self-care, in-person and distance sessions, and the ability to offer healing attunements. Teaching is not required for this training to be meaningful, though it provides a pathway for those who may choose to share Reiki with others in the future. Participants are encouraged to prepare by setting a clear intention, dedicating time to self-Reiki, meditation, yoga, healthy living, and spending time in nature, and to use the full moon as a moment for release, reflection, forgiveness, and personal healing. The program invites steady practice and self-awareness so you can bring your best self to the experience and continue growing on your unique journey. Attendance is limited to six participants. The cost is $325 and includes a manual, attunement, and certificate. Dress comfortably and bring a mug for tea or coffee, personal Reiki items, and lunch or snacks. Eligibility requires Usui Reiki Level 2. If you did not complete Level 2 with the facilitator, please bring a copy of your Level 2 certificate. A Reiki Master Teacher training will be offered at a later date for those who feel called to provide trainings for others.

Enjoy live music at III Guys Restaurant & Sports Bar-Mountaintop.

PAK Pediatrics presents a welcoming Newborn Essentials session created for the earliest weeks with a baby. Led by experienced pediatricians and child care professionals, it offers interactive instruction on key topics such as feeding, sleep routines, and infant health. The emphasis is on compassionate, evidence-based guidance that helps participants build practical skills and confidence for everyday care. It also provides a supportive setting where new mothers can connect, ask questions, share experiences, and form lasting friendships.

An easygoing way to relax after a long workweek and ease into the weekend.

Double Shot returns to III Guys Restaurant & Sports Bar-Mountaintop with an energetic rock show. The band is gearing up for a set that has been generating buzz.