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     Seven Tubs Recreation Area

     Park
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     F. M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts

     Theater
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     The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion

     Bed & Breakfast
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     Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza

     Arena & Stadium
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     Mohegan Pennsylvania

     Casino
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     Kirby Park

     Park
   • Market Street Bridge

     Bridge
   • The Little Theater of Wilkes-Barre

     Theater
   • Mohegan Pennsylvania

     Casino
   • Sordoni Art Gallery

     Art Gallery
   • Vietnam Veterans Memorial

     Historical Monument
   • Miners Memorial

     Landmark

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     El Rey Azteca

     Mexican Restaurant
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     Thai Thai Restaurant

     Thai Restaurant
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     Cork Bar & Restaurant

     Italian Restaurant
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     Mirakuya Japanese Restaurant

     Steak House
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     Istanbul Grill

     Mediterranean Restaurant
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     Angelo's Pizza

     Pizza
   • Pupuseria Salvadorena

     Salvadorian Restaurant
   • Cafe Toscana

     Italian Restaurant
   • Anthracite Cafe

     Diner
   • Swiger’s Family Restaurant

     Restaurant
   • Petes Place

     Middle Eastern Restaurant
   • Rustic Kitchen Bistro & Bar

     Italian Restaurant

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     Hampton Inn & Suites Wilkes-Barre / Scranton, PA

     Hotel
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     Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City

     Hotel
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     Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilkes-Barre Scranton

     Hotel
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     Quality Inn Arena

     Hotel
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     Hilton Garden Inn Wilkes Barre

     Hotel
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     Courtyard Wilkes-Barre Arena

     Hotel
   • Holiday Inn Wilkes Barre - East Mountain, an IHG Hotel

     Hotel
   • Mohegan Pennsylvania

     Casino
   • Comfort Inn & Suites Wilkes Barre - Arena

     Hotel
   • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wilkes Barre

     Hotel
   • Days Inn by Wyndham Wilkes Barre

     Hotel
   • Red Roof Inn Wilkes Barre Arena

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2. Events

   • MAY

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     Sports

     Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs Vs. Rochester Red Wings

     Coca-Cola Park

     11:00 AM
     MAY

     21

     
     Sports

     Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders Vs Syracuse Mets

     PNC Field

     6:05 PM
   • MAY

     21

     
     Music

     Froggy 101 Guitars & Stars Presented by Burke's Gun Shop

     Scranton Cultural Center

     7:00 PM
     MAY

     24

     
     Film

     North by Northwest

     F.M. Kirby Center

     1:00 PM
   • MAY

     24

     
     Music

     Christone Kingfish Ingram

     Penn's Peak

     8:00 PM
     MAY

     24

     
     Music

     Garrison Keillor's A Prairie Home Companion 50th Anniversary Tour

     Scranton Cultural Center

     8:00 PM
   • MAY

     26

     
     Arts & Theatre

     Dance Theater of WB Presents Our Four Seasons

     F.M. Kirby Center

     6:00 PM
     MAY

     31

     
     Miscellaneous

     Leonid & Friends M&G

     Penn's Peak

     8:00 PM
   • JUN

     4

     
     Sports

     Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders Vs Norfolk Tides

     PNC Field

     6:35 PM
     JUN

     8

     
     Arts & Theatre

     Nate Bargatze

     PPL Center

     7:00 PM
   • JUL

     12

     
     Miscellaneous

     NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race at Pocono

     Pocono Raceway

     5:30 PM
     AUG

     28

     
     Miscellaneous

     2024 Discount Fair Admission

     Allentown Fairgrounds

     11:59 PM

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Wilkes-Barre,_PennsylvaniaWilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania - Wikipedia

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   Wilkes-Barre ( / ˈwɪlksbɛər / WILKS-bair or /- bɛəri / -⁠bair-ee) is a city in and the county seat of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. Located at the center of the Wyoming Valley in Northeastern Pennsylvania, it had a population of 44,328 in the 2020 census.

   • Elevation: 525 ft (160 m)
   • County: Luzerne

   • Area code: 570 and 272
   • State: Pennsylvania

4. www.wilkes-barre.cityWilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

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   Wilkes-Barre, PA is a progressive city with industrial roots. Its current revitalization is driven by emerging businesses, flourishing institutes for higher education, & non-profit organizations committed to serving the community.

5. www.visitpa.com › region › upstate-paWilkes-Barre | visitPA

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   Wilkes-Barre. Founded in 1770, this former coal town along the scenic Susquehanna River is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise for kayaking, whitewater rafting and hiking an extensive system of hiking/biking trails. Four state parks and numerous ski areas make this a popular destination.

6. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g54002Things to Do in Wilkes-Barre, PA - Wilkes-Barre Attractions

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   Jul 15, 2020 · Things to Do. Restaurants. Flights. Vacation Rentals. Cruises. Rental Cars. Forums. United States. Pennsylvania (PA) Pocono Mountains Region. Luzerne County. Wilkes-Barre. Things to Do in Wilkes-Barre, PA - Wilkes-Barre Attractions. Tours near Wilkes-Barre. Book these experiences to see what the area has to offer.

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   Where is Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania?

   • Wilkes-Barre, city in northeastern Pennsylvania. It lies in the Wyoming Valley and along the Susquehanna River, 18 miles (29 km) southwest of Scranton. It is the hub of a metropolitan district embracing more than 30 contiguous municipalities. It was named after British politicians John Wilkes and Isaac Barre.

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   How big is Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania?

   • In the 21st century, the city's population is roughly half that of its peak population of the 1930s, though it remains the largest city in Luzerne County and the 13th-largest city in Pennsylvania. Wilkes-Barre is located approximately 63 miles (101 km) northwest of Allentown, and 113 miles (182 km) northwest of Philadelphia .

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   Where is Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania located?

   • Wilkes-Barre is located within Pennsylvania's Coal Region. The anthracite coal mining industry, and its extensive use of child labor in the early 20th century, was one of the industries targeted by the National Child Labor Committee and its hired photographer, Lewis Hine.

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   What is Wilkes-Barre known for?

   • It is the original foundation of Wilkes-Barre (the 16 blocks claimed by the Connecticut settlers who founded the city). The neighborhood is home to most of the city's high-rises and its one Public Square. Throughout the city's history, the area has remained a hub for all of Luzerne County.

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8. www.britannica.com › place › Wilkes-BarreWilkes-Barre | History & Facts | Britannica

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   Wilkes-Barre, city, seat (1786) of Luzerne county, northeastern Pennsylvania, U.S. It lies in the Wyoming Valley and along the Susquehanna River, 18 miles (29 km) southwest of Scranton. Wilkes-Barre is the hub of a metropolitan district embracing more than 30 contiguous municipalities.

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9. www.wilkes-barre.city › about-wilkes-barre-pa › pagesHistory of Wilkes-Barre | wilkesbarrepa

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   About. History of Wilkes-Barre. Wilkes-Barre was settled in 1769 and reached the height of its prosperity in the 19th century when coal reserves were discovered nearby. This discovery led to the city being nicknamed “The Diamond City”.

10. downtownwilkesbarre.org › post › historyDowntown's History | Downtown Wilkes-Barre

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    Wilkes-Barre, the “Diamond City,” was laid out in 1770 by Connecticut settlers in typical New England fashion, with the focus on two public spaces: common land along the riverfront (known today as the River Common), and a central civic square (known today as Public Square) that was set into the grid on the diagonal (like a diamond).