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October 28

Arts Events

Visual Arts

Everhart Reads at Anthology Books! 6 to 8 p.m., third Thursday of each month. Cost: Discussion group free and open to ages 16 and up. Info: Andrea at scranthology@gmail.com.

Art classes with Barry Singer, Tuesdays, 4 to 5 p.m. ages eight to 12, 5 to 6 p.m. ages 13 and up, at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 School St., Clarks Summit. Cost: $40 a month (includes all supplies) Info: 570.945.7807 or visit www.barrysartroom.com

“Pennsylvania Hands,” an exhibit of narrative photos by Sally Wiener Grotta, at the Carbondale Public Library, to Nov. 2, Info: visit www.AmHands.com.

Icons and Imagery, at the Everhart Museum in Scranton. Info: 570.346.7186 or email general.information@everhart-museum.org.

The Rocks and Minerals Permanent Gallery, reopening of the “Rocks Room” at the Everhart featuring “glow-in-the-dark” rocks. Show runs through Dec. 31. Info: 570.346.7186 or general.information@everhart-museum.org.

Painting and Music Lessons, Chibirka Gallery Art and Music Studio, Clarks Summit/Dalton area, flexible schedules. Info: Call 570.563.2774 or 570.903.5982.

Super Hero Theatre and Visual Art, for ages 3 to 5, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock. Instructors: Michaela Moore and Amy Colley. Preschoolers: Thursdays, Oct. 29, Nov. 5 from noon to 12:45 p.m. Mommy and Me: Fridays, Oct. 30, Nov. 6 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Learn about super heroes while creating stories, live theatre, arts and crafts. Students will learn about movement, mask making, painting, costume making, jewelry creation, group art projects, theatre games and more. Call 570.996.1500 to register.

“Beneath the Surface,” featuring the art of Mark Chuck and Barry Singer, at the Environmental Center at Lackawanna State Park. Art will be on display weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through November. Info: 570.945.7807.

Visions from Within, the artwork of Lisa Wray will be display through Nov. 30 at the Wyoming County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, Tunkhannock, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: 570.836.3200.

“Day of the Dead Community Day,” Everhart Museum, Sunday, Nov. 1, 1 to 4 p.m. Info: 570.346.7186.

The new Pauly Friedman Art Gallery at Misericordia University will present “Capturing Realism 2009: The Waichulis Studio,” an exhibit of works from the nationally renowned studio of acclaimed Modern Master Anthony J. Waichulis from Nov. 7 through Dec. 19. Cost: free. A meet-the-artists reception will be held Saturday, Nov. 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. and will include a gallery talk by artist Timothy Jahn on “The New Realism Movement” and remarks by Sharon Lloyd Hourigan, president of the Cultural Council of Luzerne County, beginning at 6 p.m. Cost: The evening’s events free. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. from Monday through Thursday; closed Friday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Performing Arts

Indian Dance Classes, at the Waverly Community House, Thursdays 3:30 p.m. in the Scout Room. Info: 570.586.3917.

Live Jazz: the Marko Marcinko Quartet, Wednesdays, 8 to 11 p.m. at Amici, 1300 Morgan Highway Clarks Summit. Info: 570.586.3000.

“Traditional Egyptian belly dance,” taught by master teacher Diana Shahein, Wednesdays, 6 to 7 p.m. at Everything Natural, 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Cost: $50 per month. Info: 570.424.5050, email dianashahein@aol.com or visit www.beledidancetheatre.org.

Singers sought, Wally Gordon Community Singers, Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit, Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. No auditions required. Info: Loriann Valentine Kerber, 570.586.2595; Judi Jones, 570.587.5365; Dale Thomas, 570.575.4708.

Creative Puppet Workshop, Thursdays, to Oct. 29, 6:30 to 8 p.m. for students grades two to four, at the Abington Community Library. The workshop will be followed by showing of “The Ugly Duckling” on Thursday, Nov.12. To register call 570.587.3440.

The Rocky Horror Show, presented by the Music Box Repertory Company, 196 Hughes Street, Swoyersville, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30 and 31 at 7:30 p.m. and midnight shows Oct. 30, 31. Cost: Buffet and show $25, Show only $15 (all ages). Info: 570.283.2195 or 1-800-698-PLAY.

Mostly Opera presents “Phantoms of the Operetta,” Friday, Oct. 30, 6 p.m., Radisson Hotel at Lackawanna Station, 700 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Cost: $55. Appetizers and cash bar a 6 p.m. Dinner and show at 7 p.m. Info: 570.346.3693. Or send check to Mostly Opera, 800 Penn Security Bank Building, 142 N. Washington Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503.

“Sweeny and Steveskey Guitar Concert” at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Sunday, Nov. 1 at 3 p.m. Presented by: Paul Sweeny and Jay Steveskey. Tickets: $10 each. Steveskey and Sweeny explore the history of classical guitars’ rich repertoire from the English lute music of Shakespearean times, to the Baroque and Romanticism of Germany, and the exotic and enchanting music of 19th and 20th century Spain. Info: 570.996.1500.

Service of Choral Evensong, Sunday, Nov. 1 at 5 p.m., the St. Thomas More Society of Scranton will offer the service of Choral Evensong at St. Anthony Padua Catholic Church, 1013 Wood Street, Scranton. The Adult Choir and choristers of the St. Thomas More Choir School will perform. Cost: Free. Info: 570.343.0634, or email campbell@stthomasmoresociety.org

“African Children’s Choir,” Friday, Nov. 6, 7 p.m., at Hickory Street United Presbyterian Church, 435 Hickory Street, Scranton. Cost: Free; a free-will offering will be collected to support the Choir’s education, care and relief programs in Africa. Info: www.africanchildrenschoir.com, or call toll-free: 1.877.532.8651.

“Don’t Say Goodbye, I’m Not Leaving,” Friday to Saturday, Nov. 6 to 8, 13 to 15 and 20 to 22, Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Rd., Scranton. Info: 570.945.3028

The Abington Heights Civic League, Inc. presents “Fifth Annual Comedy Night starring Tom Yurasits.” held at The Ramada in Clarks Summit on Thursday, Nov. 12. The doors open at 6 p.m. dinner to be served at 6:30 pm. Cost: $35 per person. Info: 570.650 .4577.

Rocky Glen Documentary Film Showing, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Anthracite Heritage Museum, McDade Park. Info visit www.anthracitemuseum.org or call 570.963.4804.

Star Wars™: In Concert on Nov.17 at 7:30 p.m. at Wachovia Arena in Wilkes-Barre, as a part of its worldwide tour. It is a unique multi-media event featuring music from all six of John Williams’ epic Star Wars scores. Massive multi-media event features stunning visuals, a live orchestra, choir and narration, plus an exclusive exhibit of Star Wars costumes, props and production artwork. Tickets, priced at $35, $55 and $75 at the Wachovia Arena Box Office, all Ticketmaster locations, charge by phone at 800.745.3000 and online at www.ticketmaster.com.Lipizzaner Stallions 40th Anniversary, Sunday, Nov. 22 at 2 and 6 p.m. at Wachovia Arena in Wilkes-Barre. Tickets: $24-$31. Info: 800. 745.3000.

Literary Arts

Writers workshop, United Methodist Church Annex, near Wyoming County Courthouse, Tunkhannock, Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Cost: Free. Info: 570.878.5311.

Writers Group, for ages 18 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., ongoing. Come and read your work or listen and be inspired. All genres and levels of writing welcome. Cost: Free. Info: 570.996.1500.

Arts, Crafts and More

Open Studio: Drawing, Painting and Pottery – Nights, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Tuesday, Nov.3, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Steve Colley. Students of all ages and levels of experience will have the opportunity to work at their own pace and with the medium of their choice. Cost: $15 per class or $50 for four classes. Info: 570.996.1500 or visit www.dietrichtheater.com

All About Pottery and Sculpture, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock. Instructor: Steve Colley. Students will learn hand-building techniques (coil and slab construction), glazing techniques and experience using a potter’s wheel as they create their own pots, masks, and musical instruments. For ages 5 to 8: Fridays, Oct. 30, Nov. 6 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. For ages 9 - 12: Thursdays, Oct. 29, Nov. 5 from 4 to 5:30 pm. Admission: $35. Call 570.996.1500 to register.

Intergenerational Quilting, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Wednesdays to Dec. 9, 6 to 7:30 p.m. ages 13 and up. Info: 570.996.1500 or visit www.dietrichtheater.com .

Quilting for Kids, ages 6 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Wednesdays through December 9 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Instructors: Terry Keller, Peggy Lance and Ingrid Rogler. Admission: $6 per class. Have family members and friends sign your signature masterpieces. Call 570.996.1500 to register.

Basketry: Elves Workshop 2, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Mondays, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 from 7:00 to 9 p.m. Instructor: Susi Nuss. Fee: $50. Learn how to make a variety of folded and woven holiday decorations. Class participants will create multiple examples of folded and woven ornament designs. Info: 570.996.1500 to register

Decorative Painting, for ages 16 through adult, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Wednesday, Oct. 28 from noon to 3 p.m. Instructor: Eileen Balboa. Learn decorative painting techniques while creating decorative pieces for your home or to give as gifts. Admission: $20 per class plus cost of painting surface. Preregistration required.

Jewelry Making: Intermediate Glass Fusing, for ages 16 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Mondays, Nov. 2 and 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. Instructor: Esther Harmatz. Prerequisite: Intro to Glass Fusing. Students will learn how to create channels and embed wire bails. Cost: $60, materials provided. Call 570.996.1500 to register.

Open Studio: Drawing, Painting and Pottery – Days, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Monday, Nov. 2 from 9:30 to 11a.m. Instructor: Steve Colley. Cost: $15 per class or $50 for four classes. Call 570.996.1500 to register. Visit www.dietrichtheater.com

Pottery and Sculpture, for ages 13 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Monday, Nov. 2 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Steve Colley. Students of all levels of experience will work on pottery wheels and learn hand-building and sculpture techniques. Cost: $50. Call 570.996.1500 to register. Visit www.dietrichtheater.com

Create a Felted Handbag, for ages 16 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Thursdays, Oct. 29 and Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Instructor: Sarah Sidorek. Knit a handbag with wool yarn, then learn the felting process. Participants must know the basic knit stitch. Cost: $55, materials provided. Call 570.996.1500 to register.

BYOB (Bring Your Own BOSU), Mondays and Wednesdays, 5 p.m. at Everything Natural, Clarks Summit. Instructor: Kevin Rail. Cost: $10 per class; $70 for 8 weeks. Info: call 570.498.7885

Hatha Yoga, Mondays, 9:30 a.m. and Thursdays, 9 a.m. at Everything Natural in Clarks Summit, Instructor: Nora Fox, Cost: $12 per class. Info: call 570.498.7885

Hatha Yoga, Svaroopa Style, Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. at Everything Natural in Clarks Summit, Instructor: Barbara Cohen. Cost: $15 per class; $100 for 8 weeks. Info: 570.498.7885

Traditional Egyptian belly dance taught by master teacher Diana Shahein. Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m., Everything Natural 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit. $50 per month, $15 per class. Info; 570.343.2033; dianashahein@aol.com www.beledidancetheatre.org

Quilting Group, at the Abington Senior Community Center; running on Tuesdays, 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Course in Miracles, Everything Natural in Clarks Summit, Fridays at 4:30 p.m.

Music Together, Scout Room, Waverly Community House, Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. and Wednesdays 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. Info: www.totsandtunes.net, or 570.877.3866.

Youth Center, 200 E. Grove St., Clarks Summit, open Fridays, 7 to 11 p.m., for ages 13 to 19. Cost: $1. Info: 570.587.0712.

Children’s Art Corner, STAR Gallery, Mall at Steamtown, Scranton, Saturdays, noon to 2 p.m. Cost: $5. Info: 570.969.2537, 570.344.3048.

“Yoga for You,” Dietrich Theater 60 E. Tioga St. Tunkhannock, Wednesdays 10 to 11 a.m. Yoga Instructor: Melissa Russo. This class will teach or reinforce the basic yoga poses (asanas) which gently stretch and strengthen the body. Attention will be given to breathing and alignment in postures. Please bring a mat or beach towel. Cost: $10 per class. Info: 570.996.1500 or visit www.dietrichtheater.com.

Yoga for Beginners, Fridays, 10 a.m. Everything Natural, Clarks Summit, registration required. Info: 570.498.7885. Instructor: Barbara Cohen. Cost: $75 for 6 weeks (Make-up classes available).