May 2, 2026
Community Shred Day
Free Community Event
What to Bring
• Up to 3 boxes or bags of personal documents per vehicle
• Staples, paper clips, folders okay
• FREE shredding (suggested donation: $5 per box)
• Safely destroy old tax files, bank statements & personal records
• Reduce the risk of identity theft
• Eco-friendly recycling of shredded materials
Hosted at NBT Bank Parking Lot
1079 Route 390 • Mountainhome, PA
1pm - 3pm
Rain or shine, Drive-through service, Free & secure. Open to Barrett & Paradise Township residents only
may 9, 2026
swap & shop
Community Event
Bring your gently loved items & swap for something new while shopping for a great cause! $5 entry fee for all swappers and shoppers. 1st hour - VIP Hour! Read details below for all the info!
Hosted at Barrett Admin & Rec
1200 Route 390 • Cresco, PA
1pm - 4pm
May 27, 2026
Blood Drive
Community Event
Join Rotary of the Pocono Mountains and the American Red Cross as we Save Lives Together!
Blood shortages are common, and your donation provides a vital lifeline for accident victims, cancer patients, and those needing surgery. Each donation can help save up to three lives! Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are encouraged!
Hosted at Barrett Paradise Friendly Library
6500 Route 191 • Cresco, PA
12pm - 4:30pm
TBA 2026
School Bus 101
Free Community Event
Learn about riding the bus!
Touch-A-Bus, How to wait for the bus, Where to sit
Bus rules, Getting on & off safely, Meet with PME staff
& more!
Hosted at Sunshine Flooring
984 Route 390 • Cresco, PA
1pm - 3pm