Planning committee members are, from left, first row: Cindy Farino; Mary Marrara, chair; Jo Ann Verduce, 2025 ‘UNICAN of the Year’; and Sister Maryalice Jacquinot, IHM, president and CEO, St. Joseph’s Center, honorary chair. Second row: Christine Zike; Peter Cognetti; Lynda Cook; Lisa Bieri; Mike Linko, chapter president; Diane Alberigi; Frank Castellano; Patti Montalbano; Mike Rescigno; Dave Bieri; and Karen Clifford.
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Planning committee members are, from left, first row: Cindy Farino; Mary Marrara, chair; Jo Ann Verduce, 2025 ‘UNICAN of the Year’; and Sister Maryalice Jacquinot, IHM, president and CEO, St. Joseph’s Center, honorary chair. Second row: Christine Zike; Peter Cognetti; Lynda Cook; Lisa Bieri; Mike Linko, chapter president; Diane Alberigi; Frank Castellano; Patti Montalbano; Mike Rescigno; Dave Bieri; and Karen Clifford.

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The Scranton Chapter of UNICO National will hold its 65th Annual Charity Ball on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at Fiorelli’s in Peckville. This premier event provides support for chapter activities and charities, and is the occasion for the chapter to bestow its most prestigious award, the ‘UNICAN of the Year.’

The 2025 honoree is Jo Ann Verduce. She has been an active member of the Chapter for 15 years and served in a variety of capacities, including ladies auxiliary president, board member since 2010 and chair of the marketing committee for several years.

All UNICANS, guests and friends are welcome to attend. For information, contact Chris DiMattio at 570-499-1534 or Mary Marrara at 570-499-8367.