Party on the Patio season begins Thursday
The new season of Party on the Patio, the weekly free concert series at Mohegan Pennsylvania, the Plains Twp. casino, begins Thursday with the 52nd Street Band, a Billy Joel tribute. Doors open at 6 p.m. The music starts at 7:30. The featured food vendor will be Gyro King. moheganpa.com.
Anthracite Philharmonic on Saturday in Schuylkill Haven
“A Night in Vienna with the Anthracite Philharmonic,” combines music, wine and desserts Saturday at the Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. The 40-piece orchestra is under the direction of Dr. Mark P. Thomas. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; the music begins at 7. Tickets: $30. walkinartcenter.org.
“The Office” 5K Run/1 Mile Walk is Saturday in Scranton
The fourth running of the Scranton sitcom-inspired race is Saturday at 1 p.m., with many taking part in costume. It begins on Linden Street, Scranton, in front of the Backyard Ale House. A block party follows. Information: theoffice5k.com.
West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday and Sunday
The 54th West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival is Saturday and Sunday. It is preceded by a race, starts with a parade and includes entertainment, vendors, food and children’s activities inspired by the movie “Frozen.” It takes place along Susquehanna Avenue in West Pittston. The parade begins at 11 a.m. Saturday. Follow on Facebook.
Pottsville art festival Saturday
The 17th Block of Art, the spring Pottsville arts festival, is Saturday, based around the Majestic Theater and the Schuylkill County Historical Society, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be art on display and for sale, music, theatrical productions, authors, vendors, children’s activities and food vendors. The Historical Society will also host pysanky egg demonstrations by Georgine Postupak-Borchick. Follow on Facebook.