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In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 3h

🗳️ Have you made a plan to vote? If you will be voting in person, check your polling location so you know where to go on November 4th!

📱 To register, check your status, or request a mail-in ballot, visit vist.ly/4axka

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 1d

🗳️ The General Election is quickly approaching and the deadline to request a mail-in ballot is October 28.

📱 You can request a mail-in ballot here: vist.ly/4avhg

📆 If you would like to vote by mail, please request a mail-in ballot BEFORE October 28.

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 2d

‼️ The deadline to update your voter registration or get registered for the first time is Monday, October 20th! Head to vote.pa/register to get ready to cast your ballot this year!

🗳️ For a guide on registering to vote, check out this piece from @keystonenewsroom.bsky.social

You only have a few days left to register to vote in PA’s elections; here’s how

Voting-age residents in Pennsylvania have only a few days left to register to vote in the state's municipal elections.

keystonenewsroom.com

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 3d

☀️ It’s a perfect day to be a proactive voter! ☀️
🗳️ Be sure you're ready to cast your ballot for local offices and statewide judges!
✅ Check your voter status now at vote.pa/check. #PAVotes #Election2025

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 4d

⭐ International Pronouns Day seeks to make respecting, sharing, and educating about personal pronouns commonplace. Referring to people by the pronouns they prefer is basic to human dignity.
⭐ On #PronounsDay, learn more about how to use preferred personal pronouns here: vist.ly/4ahxc

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 4d

✅ It’s always a great idea to check your voter registration status! The deadline is quickly approaching, so check your status and make any necessary changes by Monday, October 20th.
🗳️ it’s easy, just go to vote.pa/check #PAVotes #Election2025

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 4d

Every office on the ballot is important, so don't forget to flip it over and fill the WHOLE ballot. Every vote helps protect our democracy — don’t stop halfway. Fill your entire ballot from top to bottom, flip it, and make your voice count! #ProtectPACourts vote.pa/register

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 5d

It’s not just the front of the ballot that shapes your future—the back matters just as much. Ensure the protection of our democracy, flip your ballot over, and fill it out! #ProtectPACourts at vote.pa/register

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 5d

It's Indigenous Peoples' Day, everyone!
🔸 Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebrates, recognizes, and honors the beautiful traditions and cultures of the Indigenous People, not just in America, but around the world.
🔸 Learn more: vist.ly/4abiw

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 5d

📚 Last week, our crew had a blast celebrating Banned Books Week with our friends at @friendlyalienbooks in Scranton! It was a great day talking books and voting with the community!
👽 Thanks again for the invitation and warm welcome — we can't wait to come back and hang out again!

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 6d

🗳️ The last day to register to vote for the General Election in on Monday, October 20. If you are not registered to vote or if you need to update your voter registration, including if you moved since the last time you voted, you have until October 20 to do it!

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 7d

🗳️ The General Election is quickly approaching and the deadline to request a mail-in ballot is October 28.
📱 You can request a mail-in ballot here: vist.ly/4a6g6
📆 If you'd like to vote by mail, be sure to request a mail-in ballot well before the October 28 deadline!

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 8d

🏳️‍🌈 Today we're celebrating National Coming Out Day!

Coming out is an extremely personal process and looks different for everyone. No matter how it looks for you, we're here to celebrate LGBTQ+ identities. We're proud to support the LGBTQ+ community today and every day!

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 8d

🗳️ The last day to register to vote for the General Election in on Monday, October 20. If you are not registered to vote or if you need to update your voter registration, including if you moved since the last time you voted, you have until October 20 to do it!

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 9d

❤️ October 10th is World Homeless Day.

According to the PA Department of Community & Economic Development, more than 12,000 Pennsylvanians are experiencing homelessness across the Commonwealth. By coming together, we can work towards a future where 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 has access to safe housing.

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 9d

⚠️ We’ve reached 100 days past PA's budget deadline; yet we still do not have a budget. The PA legislature’s failure to pass a budget has left our public schools with serious financial shortfalls and difficult choices.
📧 Email your PA Senator. Tell them to finish the job: vist.ly/49xac

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 10d

Voting by mail is safe and secure! Make sure to request your mail-in ballot by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, October 28th. Your ballot must be received by 8:00 PM on Election Day, so the sooner it's in the mail, the better!
Don't wait! Request your ballot today: vist.ly/49u66

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 10d

📚 It’s Banned Books Week, NEPA!

👽 We’ll be at @Friendly Alien Books on October 9th as part of their Banned Books Week festivities! We’ll be helping folks get registered to vote and share info about what’s on the ballot in the 2025 election. Find us there from 11am-7pm on Thursday, October 9th.

What Do I Do If I Don’t Like a Book at the Library?

A handy step-by-step guide.

action.everylibrary.org

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 10d

👀 So much is at stake this election season, Pennsylvania.

🗳️ Don’t let the chance to vote pass you by. Make sure you’re registered by October 20 so you’re ready to take it to the polls on Election Day. #PAVotes vist.ly/49rhb

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 11d

❤️ It was an absolute pleasure to be invited to Scranton Fringe Fest this year! We saw so many talented actors, making us NEPA proud. We were there for opening night of Ulysses of Scranton at the Ritz and the Importance of Being Earnest at Pocket Park!

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 14d

🗳️ Please share and encourage your friends and family to register to vote: https://vote.pa/?org=atnepa

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In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 14d

😀 It was an absolute blast to be at Marywood University last week for the Scranton Fringe Festival Launch Party! The rain didn't stop us from having a great time and even enjoying a fantastic show outdoors. We spoke to so many people that care so much about their community.

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In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 16d

😎It's the weekend and you know what that means!

ITT will be at the Scranton Fringe Festival tonight, registering voters, sharing information about the upcoming election, and supporting the arts.

👀Will we see you in Scranton tonight?

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 17d

🕊️ October 2nd is International Day of Non-Violence!

Sometimes called, "the politics of ordinary people", non-violence as a strategy to fight oppression has been adopted worldwide to support human rights campaigns for nearly a century.
Learn more here: vist.ly/482a3

In This Together NEPA @inthistogethernepa.bsky.social · 18d

Over 1 million Pennsylvanians speak a language other than English at home. 👋 In the spirit of open communication, here are the ways to say "Hello!" in PA's Top 5 Spoken Languages!
Spanish: Hola
Chinese: 你好 (Ni-hao)
Pennsylvania German: Gude Mariye
Russian: привет (privet)
Arabic: مرحبًا (mrhban)

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