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10 of the Most Festive Things to Do Near Scranton This Holiday Season

When you’re visiting the Lackawanna Valley, it’s not hard to get in to the holiday spirit. There are so many festive things to do near Scranton this time of year, the only problem you’ll have is figuring out how to fit in everything. Hotel Anthracite is uniquely positioned to put you close to all the merriment. Request our […]

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5 Frightfully Fun Places to Visit Near Scranton This Fall

Halloween festivities run the gamut from spine tingling scares to family-friendly farm visits. Check out our list of five frightfully fun places to visit near Scranton this fall. There are options to suit every mood and even more opportunities to make memories. It’s all easily accessible from Hotel Anthracite, making our downtown Carbondale hotel the perfect

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Can’t Miss Fall Events in the Scranton Area

Fall’s got it all in Northeast PA. To celebrate the season with so much color, we’ve compiled our list of can’t miss fall events in the Scranton area. Find everything from fiber festivals and car shows to Vikings and pumpkins. Make Hotel Anthracite your home base while taking advantage of the fall festivities. Our location

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How Carbondale Celebrates Pioneer Nights

Pioneer Nights is an end-of-summer tradition in Carbondale. Held during the third week of August, the community comes together to celebrate its place as the first city in Lackawanna County. The four-day festival culminates on Saturday with events around town and a parade in the evening. All the activity happens just steps from Hotel Anthracite.

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