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October 8
COMMUNITY CALENDAR

October 8: Silhouettes by nationally known artist Tim Arnold, at Monogram Muse, 210 South State Street, Clarks Summit, appointments available. Also running Oct. 9. Cost: Two silhouettes (a facing pair) of the same person, $40; additional copies of the same person, $10. Info: 585-0772

Women Win!, entrepreneurship series designed to provide women with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to start and run viable businesses, Wednesdays, October 8 through 29 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at The University of Scranton. Partners in Scranton. Sponsored by Lackawanna County Commissioners Michael J. Washo, Corey D. O’Brien and A.J. Munchak and facilitated by The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Cost: Free. Info: SBDC at 1-800-829-7232 or www.scrantonsbdc.com

October 9: “Dinner is Served,” 6 p.m. with Patti Brown. Also on October 15 the John Heinz Institute, 150 Mundy St., Wilkes-Barre. Light refreshments and free parking available. Will present Easy Cooking and Healthy Eating: Practical Tips for Autoimmune Patients at the Lupus Foundation, 615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. Info: 1-888-995-8787 for reservations.

“Free VEG-ED Library Series - Eat Healthier, Live Longer,” 1 to 3 p.m., at the Osterhout Library in Wilkes-Barre. Info: Reservations required, call 823-0156.

The Game of Logging, Courses One and Two, Noxen. Participants will meet at the Noxen Food Mart located on Route 29. Cost: $120 per participant, members of the Northern Tier Hardwood Association receives 50 percent reimbursement. Info: contact SFI at 888 734-9366 or the Northern Tier Hardwood Association at 746-0457. Deadline is Oct. 9.

“It’s all in the Game!” 6 to 9 p.m., Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel in Scranton. Teams of four playing board games - Pictionary, Family Feud, and Celebrity. Cocktails, food stations, raffles, music and an award ceremony. Cost: $40. Proceeds benefit the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. Corporate sponsorships are invited. Info: 941-7984 (Scranton) or 970-6543 (Wilkes-Barre).

Second annual Fall Crafts Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hosted by Auxiliary at Geisinger Wyoming Valley at St. Joseph’s Oblates, Highway 315 in Pittston. Info: To be a vendor, call Judy Carter at 819-5745 or 655-8860.

October 10: “ Take-Out Only,” baked haddock dinner on Friday, 3 to 5 p.m. at the church center on Hill Street, Mayfield. Menu will include baked haddock, potato, veggie, cole slaw, roll and butter and cake. Cost: Donation of $10 per person. Info: Tickets in advance, 876-0730, 876-3372, 876-3132 or 587-0564. A limited number will be sold at the door.

October 11: American Heart Association’s Start! Heart Walk, at PNC field in Moosic. Pre-event activities beginning at 9 a.m., walk step off at 10 a.m. Non-competitive, three-mile walk includes teams. Info: 822-9438 or www.americanheart.org/northeastpawalk.Chicken and Ribs of barbecue dinner, noon to 3 p.m. St. Michael’s Center, Jermyn. Tickets: chicken, $9 and half rack ribs, $12. Limited number sold at door. Info: 876-1456.

Clarks Summit Company open house and chicken barbecue, 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $8, adults; $5, children. All orders are take out. Backyard Party Solutions, will be cooking the chicken. Fire Co Auxiliary will have a Pizza Party contest, class with the highest attendance will win a pizza party delivered on a fire truck or by a fireman. Info: Pre-purchase tickets by calling 586-9656, ext. 3.

Excursions to Tobyhanna, a village on top the Pocono Mountains, also on Oct. 11, 19, and 25. The Coolbaugh Township Historical Association and the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority will be conducting brief walking tours during the one-hour layovers, light refreshments for sale.Excursions will depart from the Steamtown NHS boarding platform at 11 a.m. and return at 3 p.m. Cost: $31 for adults, 17 to 61; $26 for seniors, 62 and older; $20 for children, 6 to 16; and children, 5 and under, are free. Info: For reservations, 340-5204 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Humane Society of Lackawanna County, Barb Lampman’s Dog-A-Thon, at the Mall at Steamtown.

Rummage and Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Abington Heights High School cafeteria. The sale benefits the Thomas R. Kovall Memorial Scholarship Fund. Proceeds will be used to fund the yearly scholarship given to a graduating senior who intends to major in either chemistry or physics in college.

“Vegetarian Way Health Seminar,” noon to 3 p.m., at Le Caf�, Plains. Speaker: Dr. Heather DeLuca, ND. Symptoms, Treatment and Diet for Arthritis and Type II Diabetes. Lunch will be provided. Reservations required. Info: 474-2331, www.thevegetarianway.org.

October 12: Excursions to Moscow, depart the Steamtown NHS boarding platform at 1 p.m., return at 3 p.m., Also Oct. 18, 26. The Lackawanna and Wyoming Valley Chapter, NRHS will offer light refreshments for sale during layover. Cost: $21 for adults, 17 to 61; $19 for seniors, 62 and older; and $15 for children, 6 to 16; children, 5 and under, are free. Info: reservations, 340-5204 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

“Flashback - the Classic Rock Experience,” which was scheduled to appear at Wachovia Arena on Sunday, October 12, has been cancelled. The date will not be rescheduled.

Halloween Parade, Humane Society of Lackawanna County, 1 p.m., at the shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road. Registration at noon. Bring a wish list item for the animals to the event. Gwen Stewart, Carrie Slusser, Beth Weary and Debbie Everett are committee chairmen for the event. Cost: $5 registration fee.

Rabies clinic, 11 a.m., Humane Society of Lackawanna County, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit. Cost: $6, per shot, $10, micro chip. Info: 586-3700

“Finding God in Sadness, Anger and Fear,” Our Lady of the Snows/Church of St. Benedict, 301 South State St., Clarks Summit, in “The Gathering Room,” lower level of the church. Presented by Rev. John O’Bell. All are welcome. Info: reservations, call Nettie at 586-1741.

October 13: Free housing seminar in Lackawanna County, 7 to 9 p.m. St. Rose Church, Carbondale. Information including steps to prevent foreclosure. Also running Oct. 20 at St. Patrick’s Church on Delaware Ave., in Olyphant and on Oct. 27 at St. John’s Hall in Scranton. Info: To reserve seat, 207-2283.

October 14: Influenza Immunization clinic to be held at county senior center, Abington Senior Center, 1151 Winola Rd., Clarks Summit. Those with Medicare Part B can receive the vaccinations at no charge. They only need to bring their Medicare card to the flu clinic to receive the free shot. Private payment: $30 for influenza, $45 for pneumonia vaccines. Appointments are not necessary. Info: To find your nearest senior center, 347-5616.

Resources for Ethical Health Care Decision-Making, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with Maureen (Garcia-Pons) Hart. University of Scranton, Brennan Hall, 2nd flood, Madison Ave., Scranton. Cost: $35, includes a Certificate of Attendance with contact hours, if applicable. Fees are non-refundable and must be paid in full, prior to attendance. Continuing education credit, 5.75 PSNA contact hrs. available for RNs and 6.0 CEUs are available for MSW/Counselors. There is no fee for PSNA contact hrs. and a $25 fee for MSW CEUs, made payable to Marywood University. Info: 383-5180.

October 15: Conflicts in Northeastern Pennsylvania History, Dietrich Theater, downtown Tunkhannock, at 7 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Sheldon Spear. Cost: Free. Since the first settlements of the late 18th century, northeastern PA has been the locale for various kinds of conflicts. Dr. Sheldon Spear will discuss the Wyoming Valley Streetcar Strike of 1915-16 and the United Anthracite Miners’ Rebellion of the early 1930s. These events revealed not only the harshness of life in northeastern PA but the deep class animosities that once divided its people. Info: 996-1500 or www.dietrichtheater.com.

Chicken-n-Biscuit or Ham Dinner, 4 to 4:30 p.m. takeouts. 4:30 to 6 p.m. dinners. Cost: $7.95 donation, includes dinner, dessert and drink.

Family History Month Ethnic Smorgasbord, 7 to 9 p.m. in the community room of the Lackawanna Heritage Apartments, 211 Susquehanna Ave., Olyphant. The Genealogical Research Society of Northeast Pennsylvania invites everyone to celebrate Family History Month and enjoy an ethnic smorgasbord. Cost: An ethnic dish to share with others. Lackawanna Heritage Apartments community room is the former gym of the Olyphant Junior High School. Info: 604-2181.

October 16: “ Free VEG-ED Library Series VEG-ED 101,” Learn the Basics of a Vegetarian Diet, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Back Mountain Library in Dallas, reservations required. Info: 675-1182. On Oct. 29, at the M.S. Kirby Library in Mountain Top, reservations required. Info: 747-9313.

October 17: Mock Trial, 7 p.m., Susquehanna County Courthouse, Montrose. Part of Susquehanna County Reads To Kill a Mockingbird. Real-life legal professionals and other community figures will participate. Refreshments include Lane Cake (as mentioned in the book). Cost: Register at the door, $3 adults, children free. Info: www.susqcolibrary.org/susqcoreads/ or 278-1881.

Harvest-time Square Dance, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Pleasant Mount Community Center, Pleasant Mount. Proceeds benefit the Nebzydoski/White Scholarship Fund of the Wayne County 4-H Junior Livestock Sale. Music by: “Just Us”-Ray and Carol Rockwell. Cost: Adult $6, children and seniors $3, leaders $4, family $15. Refreshments available. Dress up for Halloween prizes for best costumes.

Rummage Sale, from 3 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, October 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Trinity Baptist Church, 1546 Monsey Ave., in the Green Ridge Section of Scranton.

October 18: Challenger Festival, at South Abington Park, 1 to 3 p.m. for children of all ages with disabilities. Rain date, Sunday October 19. Cost: Free. Register online at www.eteamz.com/aysl under the handout section and email the form to AYSLChallengerFestival08@yahoo.com. Info: E-mail: AYSLChallengerFestival08@yahoo.com. Volunteers welcome.

“ Dalton Community Library, annual Book and Bake Sale,” Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: 563-2014.

Fall Festival hosted by the Taylor Community Library, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Taylor Community Center and the Taylor Community Library, 710 South Main Street. A 20 -vendor craft show, basket raffle with 30 plus baskets and various gift certificates, a white elephant sale, and a children’s activity along with refreshments, bake sale and book sale and more. Info: contact theTaylor Community Library at 562-1234.

Halloween “PAWrade” at Nay Aug Park in Scranton, hosted by The Canine Partners for Life, 12:30 to 3 p.m. The “PAWrade” will help to raise awareness and funds for the Pennsylvania based service dog not-for-profit company that trains and places assistance dogs with individuals with mobility impairments to help increase their independence and quality of life. Cost: $20 donation. Registration is at 12:30 “PAWrade” begins at 1p.m. Bring your favorite furry friend in Halloween Costume. Prizes will be awarded for best costume, owner look-alikes, scariest and cutest costumes. Info: Donations by check made out to Canine Partners for Life can be sent to: Rene Cullen c/o Lackawanna County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 1300 Old Plank Road, Mayfield, PA 18433 or call 335-3308 details.

“Keeping Opera Alive,” Luncheon meeting at Elkview Country Club, at noon in Greenfield Township, with Scranton Branch of the American Association of University Women. Guest speaker: Helene Tinsley, Executive Director of Mostly Opera. Info: 563-1417.

The Scranton Branch of the American Association of University Women luncheon meeting, Elkview Country Club in Greenfield Township, starting at moon. “Keeping Opera Alive” will be the subject of guest speaker, Helene Tinsley, Executive Director of Mostly Opera. Info: 563-1417.

October 19: All you can eat breakfast buffet, Clarks Summit Fire Company No. 1, Inc., 321 Bedford St. Clarks Summit, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $7 per adult and $4 per child.

Fit to Be Tried, The Greater Scranton YMCA Fall Fitness Challenge, through January 18, 2009. Cost: free to current members and $99 for new members (Regular Facilities Only) For more information, call Paula Scotchlas, Program Director at 342-8115.

Spooky Halloween All Day Bingo, 10:30 a.m., doors open, 12:30 p.m., games begin. Factoryville Fire Hall. Entry fee includes 18 cards. Prizes for best costume. Info: 945-9779.

October 21 : Honoring the Achievements of Women, in the DeNaples Ballroom at the University of Scranton. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., luncheon at noon. The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center will present the 2008 Woman Entrepreneur Award as well as three Women of Merit awards. Cost: $25 per person, $180 for a table of eight.

St. Francis Kitchen, at The Century Club located at 612 Jefferson Avenue in Scranton, at 9:30 a.m. Info: 586-8108.

October 22: Official dedication of the newly restored Schimelfenig Pavilion at Nay Aug Park, 3 p.m. At Nay Aug Park. Event includes a free barbecue. Info: RSVP by Oct. 17, kkelly@scrantonchamber.com or 342-7711, ext. 135.

October 23: “It’s all in the Game!” 6 to 9 p.m. at the Genetti Hotel and Conference Center in Wilkes-Barre. Events will feature teams of four playing board games - Pictionary, Family Feud, and Celebrity. Cocktails, food stations, raffles, music, and an awards ceremony. Cost: $40. Proceeds benefit the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. Corporate sponsorships are invited. Info: 941-7984 (Scranton) or 970-6543 (Wilkes-Barre).

Junior League of Scranton, housewarming happy hour benefiting the Women’s Resource Center Safe House, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the historic Tripp House. Cost: $10 admission and a housewarming item donation includes cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Pay at the door. If you can’t make it, household items and monetary donations are accepted year round.

Octoberfest-Beer Tasting, 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Parish Center. Habitat for Humanity of Lackawanna County will hold an Octoberfest-Beer Tasting. LT Verrastro will be providing samples of eight beers, silent auction and live auction. Proceeds for the construction of the first new home built by Habitat for Humanity of Lackawanna County in four years. Habitat for Humanity, with the assistance of the City of Scranton plans to begin construction of this home in the Spring of 2009. Plans for the home will be on display at the event.

Panel Book Discussion of “To Kill a Mockingbird,” 7 p.m., part of Susquehanna County Reads, at St. Mark’s Hall in New Milford. Cost: Free to participants, register at the door, $3 adults, children free. Info: www.susqcolibrary.org/susqcoreads/ or 278-1881.

October 24: Humane Society of Lackawanna County “ Bark at the Moon,” 6:30 p.m., Radisson Hotel in Scranton. Casual fall event. Andrew Weinberger, chairman.

Haunted Trail in the Corn, 7 to 11 p.m., at the Nicholson Carnival Grounds. Hosted by Nicholson businessmen’s association in conjunction with Boyscout troop 175 and the Sons of the American Legion. In the Corn at the Nicholson Carnival Grounds. Also running October 25 and 26 from 7 to 11 p.m. Cost: $5, per person. Refreshments will be available. Info: 942-6451.

“We Are Not Alone,” bereavement retreat, through Oct. 26. Directed by Br. Andr� Mathieu, C.P. For men and women of all ages suffering the effects of a major loss in life. Cost: Deposit is required. Info: To request a brochure, call 586-4957 or email kporter@epix.net.

October 25: Annual Turkey Supper, 4 p.m., takeouts at 3 p.m. Countryside Community Church (Former Newton United Methodist Church) Corner of Church Hill and Newton Ransom Blvd. Cost: $10, adults; $5, children

Bazaar, from 9:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., located at Trinity Baptist Church, 1546 Monsey Ave., Green Ridge Section of Scranton.

Lackawanna Trail Class of 2011 hosts Fall Craft Fair and Basket Raffle, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors welcome. Info: Maria DelPrete or Lynne Symons 945-5153.

“The Curious Shopper” Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., located at Factoryville United Methodist Church. Browse, buy or book a party from an “at home” party consultant and to enjoy various vendors such as Lia Sophia, Avon, woodworking of furniture and custom framing, candles, original paintings in oil and watercolors, painted country crafts, Tupperware, Stampin’- Up, Assorted teas and Heritage Lace, embroidery, felting and more. There will also be a caf� by Kathie Lowans. October 26: A hymn sing, 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 71 Church Street, Montrose. William (Bud) Wilcox will lead the hymn singing accompanied by Sarah S. Bertsch, organist. Refreshments served in the Missionary Room of the church following the program. Cost: A freewill offering will be directed to local charities.

Pocono Equestrian Halloween party, 1 p.m. at Mystic Mountain Stables. Info: 348-9795.

October 29: 18th annual evening for northeast Pennsylvania’s environment, 5 to 9 p.m. Woodlands Inn and Resort, Wilkes-Barre. Non-profit organization dedicated toward protecting and restoring the natural and built environment. Info: www.pecpa.org

November 1: Annual turkey dinner, takeout service starts at 3:30 p.m., dining room service at 4 p.m. Nicholson United Methodist Church, family style with trimmings and choice of homemade pie. Cost: $8, adults; $4, children 5 to 12 and children under 4 are free. Info: 942-6604.

H umane Society of Lackawanna County General Volunteer Meetings, Room 201, Hyland Hall, University of Scranton, Info: Beverly Bright at 585-0516.

Halloween Benefit Dance, Waverly Community House, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., hosted by Abington Heights High School Senior Nicole Jenkins. Proceeds to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Costumes optional. DJ Jack Burletic and refreshments included in ticket price. Cost: $10. Info: Must call for tickets, 585-1973.

Parelli Natural Horsemanship Beginning Level 1, Clinic and Fundraiser benefiting The Pocono Equestrian Center Therapeutic Riding, Educational, Outreach and Community Programs, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mystic Mountain Stables, Madisonville. Also Nov. 2. Info: Beverly or Frank Peffer, bpeffer@poconoequestriancenter.org, 348-9795

WEEKLY EVENTS

Mondays:

Automatic Internal Cardioverter Defibrillator (AICD) Support Group Meeting, for patients, their families and friends with cardiac rhythm problems and need the internal defibrillator/cardioverter to save their lives. The group meets in December on a Mondays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Quality Inn on Route 315 (formerly Victoria Inn). Info: 969-8535.

Bridge Groups, 7 to 10 p.m. Waverly Community House Scout Room. Info: 584-3216.

Calligraphers’ Guild of Northeastern Pennsylvania exhibit, during the month of October, at the Marian Sutherland Kirby Library located in Mountaintop. Visit the library to experience the art of writing. Modern calligraphy ranges from functional hand lettered inscriptions and designs to fine art pieces. Info: www.kirbylib.org/index.php

Clarks Summit Fire Company Auxiliary meeting, 7 p.m. Clarks Summit Fire House, 321 Bedford St., second Monday of every month. Info: 585-6866.

CMC Donor Site Blood Drives, second Monday of the month, noon to 4 p.m., CMC School of Nursing, Auditorium. Info: 969-8800.

Diabetes management, 6:15 to 9 p.m., Community Medical Center, 1800 Mulberry St., Scranton. Info: 969-7272.

Lucan’s Pharsalia, to Oct. 7, from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at the University of Scranton. Joseph P. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Foreign Languages at The University of Scranton, will examine the ancient Roman epic poem. During the seven-week series, participants will read the unfinished work by Marcus Annaeus Lucanus that dramatizes Rome’s civil war between Julius Caesar and Pompey.

The Role of Drama in Jesuit Tradition: Past or Present, Nov. 3 to Nov. 17 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the University of Scranton. The three-week series will explore the traditional role the arts play in a Jesuit education and will include staged readings of two plays written by Fr. McKinney.

Hatha yoga, with Nora Fox, RYT, Everything Natural, 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit, Mondays, 9:30 a.m., and Thursdays, 9 a.m. Cost: $12 per class, $80 for eight weeks. Info: 586-9684.

Tuesdays:

Greater Scranton Area Roaring Ramblers Toastmaster Meeting, Every second and fourth Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Allied Services Community Room, located at the Pediatrics and Psychology Services entrance of the Rehabilitation Building on the Morgan Highway at Moffatt Drive. Info: Call 587-0232 or 222-5405.

Hatha yoga for beginners, with Barbara Cohen, Everything Natural, 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit, RYT, Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Cost: $100 for eight weeks.

Hatha yoga - Svaroopa style, with Barbara Cohen, RYT, Everything Natural, 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit, Tuesdays, 6 p.m., and Sundays, 10 a.m. Cost: $15 per class, $100 for eight weeks. Info: 586-9684.

Yoga Classes, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Waverly Comm Scout Room. Info: 961-3483.

Wednesdays:

The Attic Shop, an upscale consignment shop hosted by the Waverly Woman’s Club, is located in Waverly on the lower level of the Comm at 1115 N. Abington Rd. Regular hours are 10 a.m. to noon and the first and third evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. Info: call 586-5991. Deluxe Donations is accepting clothing that is clean, in style, and suitable for sale at the Attic Shop during shop hours and on Mondays between the hours of 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.

Crafts and Horses Group, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. 4th Wed. of each month. Mystic Mountain Stables in Madisonville Twp/Moscow. Info: Reservations call 348-9795.

“Dealing With Anger,” Meditation Classes, in Waverly. Waverly Community House. Learn methods to overcome negative states of mind, such as anger, and respond to challenging situations. Open to public. Wednesday evenings, Oct. 8 to 25, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cost: $8/per drop-in class. Taught by Buddhist Nun Gen Kelsang Norden.

Diabetes management, 9:15 a.m. to noon, Community Medical Center, 1800 Mulberry St., Scranton. Info: 969-7272.

Families Helping Families, through May 2009, 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. at the Abington Community Library. Geared to individuals 18 years of age and younger and families in need of support or seeking resources to deal with substance abuse. Co-sponsored by the Clear Brook Foundation. New participants always welcome.

Lupus support group meeting, every third Wednesday at 7 p.m. Tunkhannock Library, 220 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Free and no reservations required. Info: 1-888-99-LUPUS or visit www.lupuspa.org.

Meeting of the NBC (Northeast Business Club) at Dolphin Plaza, Route 315 Wilkes -Barre, on Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. NBC is a business and professional organization whose primary purpose is to exchange qualified business referrals. Seating may be limited, call ahead. Info: 558-9247.

Parish youth choir rehearsals, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. accompanies the singing at the 9:30 a.m. mass, at Our Lady of the Snows, every other week. Open to youth, 11 to 18. Info: 586-4112.

Pocono Equestrian Center Horse Lovers, youth group. First Wed. of each month. Mystic Mountain Stables in Madisonville Twp/Moscow. Info: for reservations call 348-9795.

Pocono Equestrian Center Wranglers, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Third Wed. of each month. Mystic Mountain Stables in Madisonville Twp/Moscow. Info: for reservations call 348-9795.

Reading with Horses, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Second Wed. of each month. Mystic Mountain Stables in Madisonville Twp/Moscow. Info: for reservations call 348-9795.

Sandvik Retirees Association, meets the third Wednesday each month, 10:30 a.m., Six East Restaurant, Dickson City. Info: 587-2657.

“Scranton Limited,” train rides operate in the Steamtown Yards daily at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 and 2:15 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays in October and November, and daily during July and August.

Yoga for You, Dietrich Theater in Tunkhannock, 10 to 11 a.m. Cost: $10 per lesson. Info: 996-1500.

Youth ministry at Our Lady of the Snows Church, Clarks Summit, general meetings 7 to 8 p.m. Junior High program, 7 and 8th graders, Sundays 1 to 2 p.m. Info: Call ahead to join 586-1741.

The American Presidency lecture/discussion series, Oct. 1 from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at the University of Scranton. Morey M. Myers, Esq., will examine the The American Presidency, in both its historical and current context. During the five-week series, participants will discuss the ways U.S. presidents are elected and removed from office, the powers and limitations of the office, and the relationship of the president with Congress in times of peace and war.

Think World: Reflections on our Times, Oct .15 to Nov. 12 from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at the University of Scranton. William V. Rowe, Ph.D., professor of philosophy at The University of Scranton, seeks to bring participants insights into how we live in the world today.

Yoga for You, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, from 10 to 11 a.m., Yoga Instructor: Melissa Russo., Cost: $10 per class. This class will teach and 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 yoga mat or beach towel. For more information, call 996-1500 to confirm dates or visit www.dietrichtheater.com.

Holiday Events

Brokenharts Haunted Asylum, Presented by Screamindemonshaunts.com and Benefits the Harveys Lake Fire Company. Located at the Luzerne county Fair Grounds in Dallas.Brokenharts is a walk- thru haunted house. It is a self- guided tour with high tech effects, specially trained scare actors, animatronics and more. The haunted house is opened every weekend in October and November 1st. Hours are Fri and Sat 7 to 12 p.m. and Sun 7 to 11 p.m. Info: www.screamindemonshaunts.com or call570-760-8027 Group rates are available.

Shady Lane Haunting, Floral Haven Greenhouses, 308 Shady Lane Rd Chinchilla, during October, from 7 to 10 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, beginning October 3. Cost: $10, group rates available. Info: 587-3142.