The Hazleton Swing Club held its 76th annual Christmas Basket Food Giveaway, continuing a long-standing tradition of community support. This event provides essential food baskets to those in need during the holiday season.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026
Saturday, December 27, 2025
The Hazleton area saw multiple stagings of "A Christmas Carol" and "Every Christmas Story Ever Told." These holiday productions offered festive entertainment for the community.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Information is available regarding which stores will be open and which will be closed on Christmas Day in the Hazleton, PA area. Contact details for the publication are also provided.
Sports teams from Catholic high schools within the Diocese of Wilmington are participating in a light schedule for the Christmas season. The Hazleton Area team is mentioned in relation to a basketball classic.
Monday, December 22, 2025
The "Hazleton for the Holidays" event featured Christmas festivities throughout December. Families enjoyed a Meet & Greet with Santa at the Hazleton LaunchBox, supported by local organizations.
Sunday, December 21, 2025
A local organization in Hazleton provided warm meals to families on Christmas Day. This initiative aimed to offer support and kindness to those in need during the holiday season.
Friday, December 19, 2025
All PennDOT driver license and photo centers will be closed on December 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday. This closure affects services at various locations, including the Hazleton, PA center.
A Christmas display in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, transports visitors to another era with its intricate decorations. The article mentions a pizza pillar in Hazleton as part of the local scenery.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Ss. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church hosted a Christmas music concert on December 14th. The event featured the M&J Big Band.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The children of Hazleton Trinity Nursery and Kindergarten School will present their Christmas program titled βSing and Celebrate the Season.β The event is scheduled to take place at 10 a.m.
Ss. Cyril & Methodius Parish members are holding their annual Christmas bake sale featuring a variety of goods. The sale is located at the parish in Hazleton, PA 18201.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts in Hazleton will present Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'. Performances are scheduled for December 12th and 13th, with a matinee on the 14th.
Experience Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' at the Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts in Hazleton. The event runs from December 12th to 14th, offering both dinner theatre and show-only options.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
The City of Hazleton held its first weekend of the annual Santa parades and Christmas Village at the Hazleton Art League. Visitors enjoyed Santa and Mrs. Claus's presence during the festive event.
The Hazleton Rotary hosted a holiday party for children, featuring Santa and festive entertainment. Christmas music was played on the piano by Jim Kelshaw, accompanied by helpers.
Monday, December 8, 2025
The annual Christmas in Conyngham parade and festivities took place on Saturday. The event featured local vendors, holiday shopping, and crafts.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Keystone Job Corps students baked hundreds of cookies for the annual CAN DO Christmas celebration in Hazleton. This event is a key part of the community's holiday festivities.
The Hazleton Commercial Club is preparing for their Christmas Shoppe this weekend. They anticipate serving over 100 children and 90 parents looking for holiday items.
Friday, December 5, 2025
The Conyngham Valley Historical Society is set to host a Christmas house tour. A local nonagenarian will have the honor of lighting the Hazleton Christmas tree.
CAN DO's 32nd Community Christmas event filled the air with holiday melodies. Students from the Greater Hazleton area performed jazz numbers and seasonal favorites.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Hazleton is hosting "Hazleton for the Holidays" events, including the "Christmas Village" and a "Downtown Hazleton Night Market" called Wassailfest. These festive activities are scheduled to take place in December.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
A local nonagenarian will have the honor of lighting this year's Hazleton City Hall Christmas tree. Clemie Yamona, who is nearing her 96th birthday, will perform the ceremonial lighting on Wednesday.
The West Hazleton community gathered together to celebrate their Christmas tree lighting on December 1st. The event brought the community together to mark the festive season.
Adults can create festive ceramic snowmen at a class led by JoAnn Pilston at the Hazleton Art League. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, December 9th, from 6-8 PM.
Saturday, November 29, 2025
The Valley Santa program is collecting Christmas gifts for children in need in Luzerne County. Donations can be dropped off at the Hazleton, PA 18201 location.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
The Hazleton Area High School community gathered to officially start the Christmas season. This festive event took place on a Monday morning, signaling the beginning of holiday celebrations.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
The CAN DO Community Park Tree Lighting event will take place on December 5th in Hazleton, PA. This event features a glowing blue Christmas tree display.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
The 47th annual American Cancer Society Telethon was held on November 15, 2025, at the PA Theatre of Performing Arts in Hazleton. During the event, Faith Hill's song "Christmas" was performed.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
The Hazleton Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra will perform their 2025 holiday concert, titled "Countdown to Christmas." Maestro Robert Lagana will direct the festive musical event.