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November 3, 2009

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

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.

Mommy and Me: Friday, 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.

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.

“The Ugly Duckling” puppet show, Thursday, Nov.12, at the Abington Community Library. To register call 570.587.3440.

“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

“Marsinkas,” a one man show starring Greg Korin and written by Tom Flannery, at the 411 Studio, 411 Lackawanna Ave. Olyphant. Friday to Sunday, Nov. 6 to 8 and Friday and Saturday Nov. 13 and 14. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 8 p.m., Sunday show begins at 7 p.m.

Christmas at the Pines, Nov. 11 to Dec. 27, Afternoon performances: Wednesdays through Sundays dinner noon, show at 2 p.m. Evening performances: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays dinner 6 p.m., show at 8p.m. Info: www.pinesdinnertheatre.com.

“Electric Theatre Company,” presents the world premiere comedy, “Rosa Loses Her Face” by Kitty Chen, a co-production with Queens Theatre in the Park, Nov. 11 to 22, Wednesday and Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Electric Theatre, 326 Spruce St., 2nd Floor in Downtown Scranton. Rosa is Chinese born and living in Los Angeles. Amy is her daughter, and when she visits from New York with the strongest of intentions of creating harmony with her mother, the awkward results are hilariously familiar to anyone who has experienced the generation gap, the culture gap, or just doesn’t quite understand the relatives. Cost: Wednesday is Pay-What-You-Can; Thursday is Cheaper-Than-A- Movie (all tickets $7), all other performances tickets are $20 general, $15 seniors and $7 students. Tickets and details: 570.558.1515 or www.electrictheatre.org.

“Robert Dale Chorale’s Annual Pasta Dinner,” Saturday, Nov. 7, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Kreitner Hall of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 232 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton. Members of the Chorale will wait on tables and provide entertainment. Cost: $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. Info: 570.586.3921.

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.

“Auditions for Les Miserables” the Misfit Players will hold auditions for their annual January musical, Saturday, Nov. 28 at 1 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. at Coughlin High School auditorium for actors ages eight to 18. Please bring sheet music for the accompanist. No a cappella. Show Dates are Jan. 22 to 24, 2010

“If You Give a Pig a Pancake and Other Story Books,” Dec. 5, 11 a.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center, for children ages three to eight. Cost: $10. Info: call 1.800.745.3000 or visit www.scrantonculturalcenter.org

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.

“Jay Luke Book signing and discussion,” When Coal Was Queen: The History of the Queen City - Olyphant, Pennsylvania, Thursday, Nov. 6, 6:30 p.m. at the Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton. Cost of book, $19.95. Info: 570.348.3000

Arts, Crafts and More

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: Friday, Nov. 6 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. For ages 9 - 12: Thursday, 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 Dec. 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 7to 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

“Reiki I Class,” Sunday, Nov. 29 and Dec. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Goddess Creations, 214 Depot Street, Clarks Summit. Cost: $95 for the day and it will include water, snacks and materials. Space will be limited. Info: email, goddessshoppe@hotmail.com or call 570.575.8649

Jewelry Making: Intermediate Glass Fusing, for ages 16 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Monday, Nov. 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.

Create a Felted Handbag, for ages 16 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Thursday, 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).

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