Covington Twp.
Chicken barbecue dinner: Chicken barbecue dinner, Aug. 16, 3-7 p.m. or sold out, Daleville United Methodist Church, 423 Dorantown Road, $15/adults and $8/children, takeouts available.
Lackawanna County
Bus trip: AARP NEPA will host a bus trip to Sight and Sound Theatre, Lancaster County, to see the biblical musical “Noah” on Friday, Sept.12. Front row center seats allow patrons to experience the story as it comes to life as animals fill the stage and aisles. After seeing “Noah,” enjoy dinner at the Grand Smorgasboard of Hershey Farms, which is included in the trip price of $189/adult and $135/child under 12. Trip is open to the public. For reservations, call Eileen at 570-328-3359 or David at 570-892-1619.
Regional
Memorial race: Family Service Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania Pauly Friedman 5K, Aug. 3, Jewish Community Center, 613 S. J. Strauss Lane, Kingston. This annual event honors the legacy of Pauly Friedman, a lifelong advocate for volunteerism and helping others, while raising vital funds for PA 211 NE / Help Line, a 24/7 information, referral, and crisis service supporting 18 counties in Northeast and North Central Pennsylvania. Packet pickup begins at 8 a.m.; race start, 9; 5K run/walk; registration, fees and details: https://tinyurl.com/56sp73x8; additional highlights: participants of all ages and abilities are welcome, registration includes a race T-shirt and refreshments, raffles on site and music by DJ Bouncin’ Bernie.