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October 28, 2010

Community Calendar

CLASSMATES SOUGHT

Clarks Summit-Abington Reunion Committee for Class of 1960 seeks members, looking to speak with Sharon Bunnell Hellman, Carol Cobb Kish, Patricia Dunning Butler, Connie Hatfield Dailey, Sue Ellen Kadison Vecchiotti, Elizabeth Nash, Barbara Neidlinger, Rosalie Novak White, Judith Seamans Halloway and Patricia Mcavaney Flynn. Info:570.587.3056 or 570.587.3676.

Abington Heights Class of 1976 seeking members, reunion weekend planned for May 13 to15, 2011. Any classmates interested in attending can contact Edye and Sheree at ahhsreunion.76@gmail.com.

USS Columbus Veterans Association seeking shipmates. Those who served aboard ships named USS Columbus (CA-74, CG-12 or SSN-762) are invited to network with shipmates and attend the USS Columbus reunion, Sept. 29 to Oct. 2 at Best Western Albany Airport. Info/Reservations: 260.486.2221 or hope4391@verizon.net.

REMINDERS

Endless Mountains Council of the Arts call for entries. The EMCA will hold a monthly auction of art, supplies and crafts beginning Aug. 17. Work will be featured on the EMCA Web site during the weeks leading up to the in-person auction. Auctions will be held the third Tuesday of each month thereafter. Work should be dropped off at the EMCA Gallery, 302 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock on the first Friday and/or Saturday of the month. Info: 570.945.7621 or 570.836.3622.

“Checkup for Young Readers,” is debuting in doctors’ offices throughout the county to promote the value of reading. The program is a partnership of the Pennsylvania Library Association, the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians. Info: Physicians in the Abingtons interested in participating may contact Leah Ducato Rudolph, Director, Abington Community Library at 587.587.3440.

Abington Youth Soccer Registration by the Abington Youth Soccer League (AYSL) for online registration for the fall youth soccer. To register, go to eteamz.com/aysl. This is the preferred method of registration. Or print a registration form from the Web site and mail it .Players new to the league must send a copy of their birth certificate with payment. Boys and girls born between 8/1/92 and 7/31/06 are eligible. The league is open to all, there is no residency requirement. Info: Email AYSL9589@aol.com or call Jim at 570.586.9589.

Lackawanna Lake Region Center to offer certificate program for jobs in oil & gas industry, Lackawanna College Lake Region Center at the Hawley Silk Mill will be offering a Career Advancement Certificate Program that will be available for the Fall 2010 semester. The curriculum is designed specifically for an Accounting Assistant, Accounting Clerk, or Administrative Assistant position working specifically in the Oil and Gas Industry. Info: 570.253.5408.

Glenburn Sewing Club now accepting new members, open to ages 6 to 19, for all experience levels. Instructors are Hilda Lewis and Ann Northup. Info: 570.563.1369.

Free Radon test kits available through American Lung Association, apply online at www.lunginfo.com/freeradonkit. One kit per household, Pa. residents only.

Seniors may qualify for a power wheelchair at little or no cost, contact Miracle on Wheels at 1.800.400.4210.

Think tank notice regarding a possible future indoor sports and recreation complex in the Abington area. Support, ideas and energy will be greatly appreciated. If interested, email contact information to chris@c3gc.com for more information.

Cell Phone Collection, Abington Heights High School Students against Destructive Decisions are collecting cell phones at the High School. All cell phones are cleared and programmed with 911 for use by the elderly. The phones may be dropped off in the main office of the High School.

Open invitation to landowners to register to protect property from zoning restrictions and gas leases. Cost: Free. Visit www. newtonpa.com for more information.

Overeaters Anonymous meetings, First Presbyterian Church, 201 Stone Ave., Clarks Summit, weekly, Mon. and Wed., 7 p.m.; Tue. and Thu., 9:30 a.m. and Sun., 4 p.m. Info: 570.587.4313.

American Red Cross, to find a blood drive location and date near you, go to NEPAGIVELIFE.ORG. Click on the NEPA map under Donations or call 1.800.GiveLife and make a local appointment.

Fibromyalgia support group meetings, second Friday of each month at 12:30 p.m., and third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. All meetings at Lupus Foundation Office, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info: 888.995.8787.

MetroAction Certified to Offer Professional Development Training for Area Child Care Providers, MetroAction is currently offering scholarships to eligible child care providers to attend the Small Business Institute program for free. Info/registration: 570.341.0270 or www.MetroAction.org.

Donations request for used school uniforms, Our Lady of the Snows Church, donating to Limulungo Community School, Mongu District in Western Zambia, Africa. Any size white shirt, navy and plaid skirts, pants, shorts, sweaters and sweat shirts welcome. Info: 570.587.3268 to arrange drop-off and pick-up.

MetroAction announces launch of STEP loan and mentoring program, program offers increased hope to entrepreneurs seeking small business loans in Lackawanna County during a nationwide credit crunch. Loans provided within the STEP loan program range from $250 to $2,500. Info: www.metroaction.org.

Hatha Yoga, Mondays, 9:30 a.m. and Thursdays, 9 a.m. at Everything Natural, Clarks Summit. Performing the asanas (postures) reflect attitude, mindfulness, correct balance of action, strength and stamina, flexibility, alignment/form, and understanding of the mind (meditation). Props will be provided. Instructor: Nora Fox, RYT Cost: $12 per class.

Hatha Yoga, Svaroopa Style, Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10 a.m. Class includes guided relaxations, yoga breathing and poses. Registration required. To register, call 570.498.7885. Instructor: Barbara Cohen, RYT. Cost: $15 per class; $100 for 8 weeks

Glenburn 4-H Sewing Club, registration for 4-H textile science projects. Boys and girls, age 8 to 19 are invited. Info: Register at Penn State Cooperative Extension office, 570.963.6842.

Johnson College Adjunct Training Program classes, held twice a week for six weeks, every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 to 8:15 p.m. in the Woolworth Building Carpentry classroom. It is open to anyone with a minimum of an associate’s degree in a technical area and four years of on-the-job experience in the same technical area. Cost: $250, includes training materials. Info: Marie Allison at 570.702.8924 or mallison@johnson.edu.

Pilates Classes, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9 to 10:15 a.m., Waverly Comm CRB Room. Info: 570.587.1403

Volunteers needed for Ombudsman (Resident Rights’ Advocate) Program, Community neighbors who are trained to help clarify responsibilities and the rights of those in long-term living facilities. Must be over 18. Info: Sylvia Kolosinsky, Director of volunteer services, 570.344.3931.

Weight Training Classes, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 8:30 to 9:45 a.m., Waverly Comm gym. Bring your weights and a mat or ball. Info: 570.575.7853.

Young Adult Quit (YAQ) Smoking Study. Smokers ages 18 to 30 who join the study receive free materials to quit smoking, two weeks of free nicotine patches and two gift cards for completion of the study. Info: www.yaqstudy.org email info@yaqstudy.com or 1.866.371.9362 ext. 4349.

MetroAction and The Greater Scranton Chamber are seeking nominations for the inaugural SAGE Awards, which stands for Scranton’s Awards for Growth and Excellence, celebrate the outstanding efforts of local business community. Winners will be announced at the Chamber’s Awards Gala Nov. 11 at The Mellow Theater, Lackawanna College. Info: Nomination forms/ instructions/ judging criteria for the SAGE Awards: www.MetroAction.org and www.scrantonchamber.com or contact Christina Hitchcock at chitchcock@MetroAction.org or 570.342.7711. Deadline for applications is Sept. 30.

MetroAction offers their small business/entrepreneur seminars online at www.MetroAction.org. Beginning August 10, six MetroAction seminars will be available as webinars. Cost: Free, or nominal cost. Info: www.MetroAction.org or call 570. 342.7711.

Wyoming Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross is accepting applications for the 17th Annual Holiday Craft Show to be held Saturday, Nov. 27 and Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010 at the Kingston Armory. Info: To apply, vendors may access http://wyomingvalley.redcross.org and download an application.

4-H program request volunteers to teach project skills and serve as role models for youth. Adults needed to serve as volunteer leaders of 4-H clubs (five or more members, ages 8-19). Policies and procedures to ensure that 4-H programs take place in a positive and safe environment. All individuals must successfully complete the Penn State Cooperative Extension’s screening process for volunteers before volunteer work can begin. Info:963.6842.

Corbett for Governor campaign is seeking volunteers for campaign activities. Visit Victory Headquarters at 430 Lackawanna Ave to sign up. Info or to sign up: call 570.468.6224

DAILY EVENTS

August 18: Chicken-n-Biscut or Ham Dinner, 4 to 6 p.m. at Clifford United Methodist Church, Main Street, Clifford. Cost: $7.95, includes dessert and drink. Takeouts available.

Lacawac Sanctuary Tour of the historic Adirondack-style buildings and secluded glacial lake. 1:30 p.m. The Sanctuary, on Lake Wallenpaupack. Cost: Free. Walks, lectures, workshops and hiking trails. Info:570.689.9494, email info@lacawac.orgor visit http://www.lacawac.org.

Free Scoliosis Screening and posture checkup at Klein Chiropractic, 1046 Memorial Highway, Dallas, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Info:675.3833

August 19: Primordial Sound Meditation,lecture and retreat by Inner Harmony Wellness Center to learn meditation and stress release, 7 p.m. at Uno Fitness, 3 W. Olive St., Scranton. Continues Aug. 21. Info/registration: 570.346.4621.

Marcellus Shale Opportunities and Challenges Seminar, 12 to 5 p.m. at Marywood University, Latour Conference Room, Nazareth Student Center. Marywood University will conduct a public, educational forum in which guest presenters will offer economic, environmental, regulatory and governmental perspectives on the short- and long-term implications of natural gas development in the Northeast Pennsylvania region.

St Joseph’s Senior Social Club, 2 p.m. in the basement of St. Rocco’s. Church yearly dues of $5 will be collected. New members welcome.

The Lifelong Learning Institute Senior Program Marywood University fall semester preview, 7 p.m., Swartz Center for Spiritual Life. Overview of the upcoming classes and trips. Light refreshments. Info: Lifelong Learning Institute at 570.348.6292.

August 20: Friday Night Movies in the Park at Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Avenue, Scranton, past the pool complex on the left. “Alice in Wonderland,” directed by Tim Burton and featuring Johnny Depp. Refreshment available. Movie begins around dusk. Blankets and chairs recommended. Sponsored by Leadership Lackawanna and City of Scranton.

August 21: Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority “Heritage Express” program excursion to Carbondale’s Pioneer Nights festival, 10 a.m. departure at Steamtown National Historic Site, travel through the Mid-Valley to arrive in Carbondale at 11:45 a.m. The train departs from Carbondale at 2:30 p.m., and will arrive at Steamtown at 4 p.m. Cost: free for children 12 and under. Adults $5, 65 and over are $4. Tickets available at Lackawanna County Libraries through August 18. Info: www.lclshome.org or 570.348.3003.

Harvest Dinner at Miller’s Orchards Farm Market, the Northeast Region Chapter of Buy Fresh Buy Local will host in Scott Township. Barbecue beginning at 5:30 p.m. with farm tour. Cost: $20. Local food, farm tour, vendors and music. Menu: Miller’s Farm-raised chicken, corn on the cob, potatoes, applesauce, iced tea, apple pie and ice cream. Info/Reservations: Terry at 941.7588, at The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center, the home of the Buy Fresh Buy Local Northeast Region Chapter or at www.buylocalpa.org/northeast. Deadline Aug. 13.

Lacawac Sanctuary Tour of the historic Adirondack-style buildings and secluded glacial lake. 1:30 p.m. The Sanctuary, on Lake Wallenpaupack. Cost: Free. Walks, lectures, workshops and hiking trails. Info:570.689.9494, email info@lacawac.orgor visit http://www.lacawac.org.

The 3rd annual African American Homecoming event to re-introduce old friends, neighbors, students, teachers, preachers, store owners. For the African American Community members who grew up or lived at Washington Avenue, Lee, Kressler Court, Gibson, Olive and Pine Streets. Event includes: festivities, a buffet meal at The Waldorf Park Picnic facility, on Scranton East Mountain and music. Farewell party at The 20th Ward social Club, 13 Waldorf Lane Scranton. Anyone who was raised in the Village area of Adams Avenue is invited to purchase a ticket. Info: Chairperson Connie Johnson-Thurman 570.344.1905.

“Gas Stock” a Rally/Festival/Concert at the Luzerne County Fairgrounds, State Route 118 in Lehman, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. hosted by Northeast Pennsylvania Citizens in Action Group, in partnership with members of environmental groups and activists who make up part of the Concerned Citizens in NEPA. Their goal: keep air, water and rivers clean free from Marcellus Shale Drilling. Event will feature storytellers and family-oriented entertainers, environmental vendors and educational displays; a drumming and a song circle where audience participation is the focus, a Sun Rise Cermoney on the Susquehanna River and walking to the Rally- Concert- Festival in Lehman.

Rummage and bake sale along with a Chinese Auction to benefit MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association ) at Cherry Street Bible Church, corner of Church and Cherry Streets in Plymouth from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: Amy Sienkiewicz 570. 239.0038 or The Cherry Street Bible Church, www.thewelcomechurch.com or log onto www.mdausa.org.

Arts and Craft Festival, from 8 a.m. to 4p.m., at the grounds (indoors and outdoors) of the Chinchilla United Methodist Church, 411 Layton Road at Church Street in Chinchilla. Cost:$1. Free parking. Breakfast will be available including blueberry pancakes. And there will be festival foods for lunch. Reservations for tables are being accepted. Info:Giles Stanton at 587.5204 or email at gstanton@epix.net to reserve a table, starting at $25. Visit www.chinchillaumc.org. August 22: St Joseph’s first anniversary celebration with a mass at 10:30 a.m. in St Anthony’s Church in Exeter. Brunch at Irem Temple Country Club will follow. Reservations requested. Space available for trip to Villa Roma. Mini vacation plans underway for dinner at the Stage Coach Inn. Hostesses for August are Anne Gerrity, Virginia Everett and Josephine Fasciana. Info/ Reservations: call Theresa at 654.2967 or Rosemarie 654.0046.

Lake Wallenpaupack- Lacawac Sanctuary late summer paddle to explore Lake Lacawac starting at 10 a.m. Canoes and PFDS provided. Cost: $10. Registration/ info: 570.689.9494 or info@lacawac.org as watercraft is limited. Programs are weather dependant.

Lacawac Sanctuary Tour of the historic Adirondack-style buildings and secluded glacial lake,1:30 p.m., The Sanctuary, on Lake Wallenpaupack. Cost: Free. Walks, lectures, workshops and hiking trails. Info: 570.689.9494, email info@lacawac.orgor visit http://www.lacawac.org.

August 23: Tenth annual “Lewy Bear Teddy Bear Drive,” in memory of Mr. Lewis E. Black, through Aug. 27 at the post office lobby, in the lower level of the Waverly Community House, 1115 N. Abington Road,Waverly.This year’s donations will be distributed to the Children’s Advocacy Center, The Ronald McDonald House, Women’s Resource, Pediatric Centers and other local Children’s Charities. Info: 570.586.8654 or 570.586.4646.

Pink in the Park, beginning at 6 p.m., at the Pavilion in Nay Aug Park, at the top of Mulberry Street, Scranton. Program is designed to encourage participants to set a new goal and increase stamina in time for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Affiliate’s 20th Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on Sept. 11.

August 25: “Under Our Skin” showing on dangers of Lyme Disease, 6:30 p.m. at the Wyoming County Emergency Management Agency, 455 S.R. 6 East, Suite 1, Tunkhannock. Thursday, Aug. 26, at 6.30 p.m. and in the same venue, there will be a screening of follow-up interviews and discussions appended to the original film.

Lacawac Sanctuary Tour of the historic Adirondack-style buildings and secluded glacial lake, 1:30 p.m., The Sanctuary, on Lake Wallenpaupack. Cost: Free. Walks, lectures, workshops and hiking trails. Info: 570.689.9494, email info@lacawac.orgor visit http://www.lacawac.org.

August 26: Complimentary Kick Off Luncheon For “Fight For Air” Walk, at Uno Grille in Dickson City, noon to 1 p.m. Cost: Free. Bring co-workers, teammates, family and friends to learn how to help. RSVP required at 570.823.2212 or email dreifler@lunginfo.org. “Fight for Air Walk,” PNC Stadium, Moosic, Oct. 2.August 27: “Laughter on the Lawn” Charity Event, 7 p.m., 9 North Church St, Carbondale. Improv group “Here We Are In Spain,” and stand-up comedians Paul Spratt, Bobby Keller, Jeannine Luby, John Walton and others. Some seating available but attendees encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs. Cost: $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Info: 570.650.7518 or www.laughtolive.net.

August 28: Captain and Crew Golf Tournament to benefit the Newton Recreation Center, 8 a.m start, check-in 7:15 to 7:45 a.m. at Summit Hills Country Club. Cost: $65, includes 18 holes, golf cart, snack and drink on the course, and dinner following the tournament. Dinner at Country View , adjacent to the Newton Ransom Fire Hall. Tickets for dinner without attending the tournament: $15. Info: 570.587.3083 or 570.586.7808.

Lacawac Sanctuary Tour of the historic Adirondack-style buildings and secluded glacial lake. 1:30 p.m., The Sanctuary, on Lake Wallenpaupack. Cost: Free. Walks, lectures, workshops and hiking trails. Info: 570.689.9494, email info@lacawac.orgor visit http://www.lacawac.org.

Lake Wallenpaupack- Lacawac Sanctuary will present Monarch Marvels with Ed Wesely at 2 p.m. Children may sign-out and take home a monarch chrysalis to hatch. Cost: $5, $3 for Sanctuary members. Family fee will not exceed $20

Keystone State Hot and Stinky Garlic and Herb Festival, at Zanolini Nursery and Country Shop, St. Johns Rd., Drums. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 29 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: Paula Willis 570.788.3152.

Monarch Marvels, Lacawac Sanctuary will host Ed Wesely who works with the Butterfly Barn nature center near Milanville. Learn about the monarch life cycle and help to tag early migrants.Children may join the effort to save the Monarch butterfly by signing-out and taking home a monarch chrysalis to hatch. Cost: $5, non-members; $3, members and free for children 12 and under free. Family fee will not exceed $20.

August 29: Fundraiser for Abington Community Dog Park, at the Abington Senior Center, Winola Road. Food, spirits, silent auction and raffle. Volunteers needed. Cost: $35. Tickets may be purchased at South Abington, Glenburn Twp. offices, Clarks Green, Clarks Summit Borough offices and at the Abington Senior Center. Scott Asay will provide the entertainment Info: Sylvia Tagert, Dog Park/PR and Landscape Committee: 586.5866 or e-mail bstag@epix.net.

Countryside Community Church to Host Hymn Sing, special music and old favorites offered, 6 p.m.,14001 Newton Ransom Blvd. Info: 587.3206 or www.countryside-church.org

Lacawac Sanctuary Tour of the historic Adirondack-style buildings and secluded glacial lake, 1:30 p.m., The Sanctuary, on Lake Wallenpaupack. Cost: Free. Walks, lectures, workshops and hiking trails. Info: 570.689.9494, email info@lacawac.orgor visit http://www.lacawac.org.

3rd Annual Justus Fire Company car show beginning at 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lakeland Junior/ Senior High School, Route 247, Scott Township. All types of vehicles welcome. Food music, raffles, trophies for Top 25, Peoples Choice, and Firemen’s Choice. Info: Justus Fire Company 570.587.4545 or www.JFC28Fire.com August 30: Pink in the Park, beginning at 6 p.m., at the Pavilion in Nay Aug Park, at the top of Mulberry Street,Scranton. Designed to encourage participants to set a new goal and increase stamina in time for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Affiliate’s 20th Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on Sept. 11.

Our Lady of Peace Classes Resume, Students in grades 1 through 8 will begin. Doors at 8 a.m. Monday through Friday. Classes dismissed at 11:45 a.m. Students residing in the Abington Heights School District who ride the bus must be picked up by their parents at 11:45 a.m. Kindergarten students will begin class Tuesday, Sept. 7. Students whose last name begins A-L will report on Tuesday, Sept.7; students whose last name begins M-Z will report Wednesday Sept. 8. All students will report on Thursday, Sept. 9.

August 31: 300 Club Final Drawing and complimentary dinner, 6 p.m. in the church center, 701 Hill Street, Mayfield. Members are invited to attend along with a guest. Members who would like to sign up for the next Club can send a check, made to St. John’s 300 Club, along with membership information (name and address, how many clubs, etc.) to St. John’s Rectory, 706 Hill Street, Mayfield, PA 18433-2015. Cost: Membership is $25 per club for a six- month period. Drawings held weekly. Info: 876.0730 or 876.1075.

September 1: Free ID program to local children continuing until Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., during the Wyoming County Fair, Route 6, Meshoppen. Includes: video and still photo, fingerprinting and a DNA kit. Info: www.pagrandlodge.org.

September 4: Annual Craft Fair at the Beach Lake Fire hall, Route 652, Beach Lake, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Donation of $1 per adult. Sponsored by the Beach Lake Fire Company Auxilary. Food and beverages available for purchase. Door prizes.

September 5: Villa Capri Cruiser’s Reunion Day Car Show, 9 a.m. at Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Info: 570.344.2014 or www.villacapricruisers.com.

September 6: Signups for Pocono Equestrian Center Walter Farley Black Stallion Literacy Foundation program for grades one through 12, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at J & L Pocono Stables, Moscow. Continues Sept. 8. Call for times for specific age group registration. Programs will meet once a week, rain or shine. Teen programs includes horse care management, riding, field care, literacy, riding, training, parts of horses, breeds, colors, medical attention. Cost: $10 for two horse- themed books. Info: 570.348.9795 or email bev.peffer@gmail.com

5th Annual Cindy Collins Kearney Memorial Breakfast to benefit ovarian cancer research, 10 a.m. at The Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, 700 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton.Cost: $30, reservations required. Info/Reservations: cckbreakfast@comcast.net.

Waverly United Methodist Church Annual Labor Day Bullroast, 1 to 5 p.m. on the grounds of Waverly United Methodist Church; 103 Church Street, Waverly. Cost: Adults, $10; children under 10, $5. Takeouts available. Tickets at the door or in advance. Info/Tickets:570.585.5479

September 7: The Catholic Choral Society will begin its 62nd season with rehearsals on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. at the IHM Center at Marywood University. The group, composed of members from Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties, perform sacred, classical, Broadway and popular music and welcome new members. No audition required. Info: www.catholicchoralsociety.org and call 570.587.2753.

September 8: Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce luncheon hosts George Gay, SCORE, as featured speaker at the September educational luncheon, noon at The Fireplace Restaurant. SCORE is a national non-profit association, composed of both retired and active executives and business owners dedicated to provide free confidential business assistance to anyone who is operating a small business or thinking of starting one. Cost: Free to chamber members, 1 per business; $10 for non-members. Info/Reservations: 836.7755 or reserve seats by e-mailing Maureen: maureen@wyccc.com.

September 10: Passionist Nuns 84th Consecutive Fall Weekend Retreat Season, 7 p.m. at St. Gabriel’s Retreat Center, 631 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit. Featured presentation is “Be Not Afraid,” directed by Brother Andr� Mathieu, C.P. of The Passionist Spiritual Center of Riverdale, N.Y. Retreat begins Friday at 7 p.m. and ends after the noon meal Sunday. No meals served Friday. Info: 570.586.4957 or kporter@epix.net.

40th celebration of the Ordination to the Holy Priesthood of the Very Reverend Mitred Archpriest John D. Sorochka and Father Matushka Alexandra Sunday, Sept. 19 at 9 a.m. Reservations by Sept. 10. Cost: $30; children ten years and younger $15. Reception at Fiorello’s, 1560 Main Street, Peckville. Info: Sue O’Brien 570.876.3643; Helen Fitiak 570.876.3709 or Ellen Barna 570.876.3548.

Felittese Italian Festival, annual festival continues to Sept. 12 at 146 Third Street, Old Forge. Begins parade at the Old Forge High School at 5:30 p.m. and proceeds to the chapel grounds on Third Street for opening ceremonies. Festival grounds open at 5 p.m.. Entertainment by “The Cadillacs” at 6:30 p.m.. Sept. 11, the festival grounds open at 5 p.m. Entertainment by “Gold Dust” at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 12 is the Feast Day of Our Lady of Constantinople. Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church,127 West Grace Street in Old Forge. Traditional procession of carrying the statue of Our Lady of Constantinople begins at the church. Festival grounds open at noon. Entertainment by “The Poets” at 6:30 p.m. Info:570. 457.3499 or at http://felitto.net. Wine tasting at Maiolatesi Wine Cellars, 210 Green Grove Road, Scott Township. Cost: $20, includes two glasses of wine, light fare and entertainment by Chris Gratz. Tickets available Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. at Justus Fire Company, Fieldstone Drive, Scott Twp. Info: 570.5874545; www.JFC28fire.com or www.maiolatesiwines.com

September 11: 16th Annual Apple Festival to benefit the Susquehanna County Literacy Program, 9 a.m. on The Green in Montrose. Featuring a special service by the Pa. National Guard at 11 a.m. Info: 570.465.2880.

2nd Annual Music on the Lawn and Craft Fair , 2 p.m. on the grounds of the Lake Winola United Methodist Church, Maple Road, Mill City. Featuring live music from 2 to 7:30 p.m. and craft fair beginning at 2 p.m. Chicken Barbecue held from 4 to 7 p.m., tickets available at 570.351.7365. Info: 570.351.7365.

The 43rd annual Our Lady of the Abingtons Dalton Fall Festival, Church grounds continues Sept. 12. Event will start Saturday with a Pig Roast at 5:30 p.m. and “The Poets” at 7:30 p.m. Sunday will feature a Chicken Barbecue starting at noon, Jake from Froggy 101, Irish Dancers at 4 p.m. Food includes hamburgers, sausage, fries, pierogies, pitza fritta, baked goods, pastries. Bountiful Baskets, Mum Stand, Cafe OLA, bake stand, bingo (both days), pink elephant, Book Nook, silent auction, children’s games, grand prize a John Deere Lawn Tractor. Gates Saturday 5:30 until 11:30 p.m. and Sunday 11:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Cost: Free admission parking. Info: 570.563.1622

Crop Circle Scrapbooking and Cardmaking Crop meets 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Country Alliance Church, 14014 Orchard Drive Clarks Summit. Cost: $25 for 8 hours cropping. Individual table, breakfast, lunch, drinks all day and door prizes. Info: www.meetup.com/cropcircle

Family Caregiver Mini-Series at the Abington Community Library for those who have a loved one with a dementia diagnosis. The program is funded by Blue Cross of Northeast Pa. Blue Ribbon Foundation. Content includes: diagnosis, practical tips for safety/care, legal and financial planning basics, caregiver stress.

Endless Mountains Fiber Festival, seventh annual fiber and fiber-related festival event at The Harford Fairgrounds will showcase educational displays, including raw and processed fibers, yarn, clothing, spinning and weaving supplies, fiber arts and crafts, sheep skin products, sheep, llama, alpacas and rabbits, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $3. Free for children 12 and under. Harford Fairgrounds is located off I-81, Exit 217, in Harford. Info: www.pafiberfestival.com or call 570.942.6837.

September 12: Chart Your Course: a Celebration of Life, Travel, and Family, 12 to 3 p.m. at the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton. Featuring guest speaker Suzanne Fisher Staples. All proceeds benefit Crossing the Finish Line, a non-profit group that sponsors vacations for young adult cancer patients. Info: 570.586.8640.

Program on the early history of nursing in Lackawanna County presented by The Lackawanna Historical Society about the histories of schools of nursing as Hahnemann, Community Medical Center, Moses Taylor, Scranton State Hospital, St. Mary’s Keller Hospital, West Side Hospital, Mid Valley Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Carbondale General Hospital, and Mercidian. At the Lackawanna Historical Society’s headquarters at the Catlin House. Nurses who participated in military service will be acknowledged. Info: Lackawanna Historical Society at 570.344.3841.“Family Day at the Scranton Iron Furnaces,” 3 to 8 p.m., event in celebration of the 170th anniversary of the furnaces. Cost: Free, includes games and storytelling for children. At 4 p.m. Rob Smith will present an interactive multi-generational program on traditional juggling. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. From 3 to 6 p.m., book signing with author Margo L. Azzarelli. At 7 p.m., special showing of the documentary film “Rocky Glen Park” by local historian Robert Savakinus.Info: www.anthracitemuseum.org .

Nicholson Bridge Day From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. the 95th celebration of the Nicholson Bridge will be held on Main Street in Nicholson, rts.11and 92. vendors with crafts, collectibles and food. Live entertainment. Sponsored by the Nicholson Women’s Club. Info: 570.942.6747 or 570.942.4443

Crafts for a Cause, all proceeds to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in memory of Savana Sciulara. Noon to 3 p.m. Allied Services Rehabilitation Outpatient (Charles Leuger Center), 475 Morgan Hwy - Moffat Dr. Scranton. Cost: For 10-foot table, $25. Two chairs included. Linens not provided. Vendors may arrive at 11am to set up.

September 13: Italian Raw Food Class 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Life Expression Wellness Center, 298 Rock Glen Rd, Sugarloaf. Cost: $50. Instructional and tasting class includes recipes to take home. All raw, vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds, a Vegan Diet of no Dairy/Processed Sugars/Wheat products. Enroll by Sept 11. Info: www.rawteacher.com/tobylandon or call 570.852.3674

September 14: Career fair at co-sponsored by The Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce, Chesapeake Energy, Pump -N- Pantry Convenient Stores and Northern Tier Regional Planning and Development Commission, in the grand ball room at Shadowbrook Inn & Resort, 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Info: Maureen Dispenza at the Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce 570.836.7755 or Maureen@wyccc.com or Phil Smiley at CareerLink/TREHAB at 570.836.6840.

September 17: Passionist Nuns 84th Consecutive Fall Weekend Retreat Season, 7 p.m. at St. Gabriel’s Retreat Center, 631 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit. Presentation is Women’s Preached Retreat, directed by Rev. Kenan Peters, CP Immaculate Conception Monastery, Jamaica, N.Y. Retreat begins Friday at 7 p.m. and ends after the noon meal Sunday. No meals are served Friday. Info: 570.586.4957 or kporter@epix.net.

September 18: 67th Annual Waverly Antiques Show and Sale at the Waverly Community House, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also Sunday, Sept. 19, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $5, $4.50 with show card. Chaired by Kathy Bell and co-chaired by Linda Bush. Event includes: dealers with items, including form and country antique furniture, jewelry and collictibles; a gourmet luncheon, prepared by Troy Pierce of Iron Pierce Catering. English tea gardens, appraisals by Dave Browther of Appletree Antiques and Almost Antiques. Info: 570.586.8191, extension 2 or visit www.waverlycomm.com

September 19: 6th Annual Taste of the Abingtons. Rotary Club of the Abingtons announces the 6th Annual event Sunday, at the Inn at Nichols Village Hotel & Spa, 5 to 8 p.m. Dozens of restaurants from the area will provide food from appetizers and entrees, to desserts and coffees. Musical entertainment. Cost: $30 tickets may be obtained from any Rotary Club of the Abingtons member or by calling the chair, Roger Mattes, at 570.969.2222. Proceeds will benefit Rotary projects locally and internationally.

Bible study for people who have had little or no prior exposure to Bible study, 9:30 am, at The Waverly United Methodist Church, Church St., Waverly. Cost:Free. Info/registration: Fred Snyder, 586.8166.

40th celebration of the Ordination to the Holy Priesthood of the Very Reverend Mitred Archpriest John D. Sorochka and Father Matushka Alexandra at 9 a.m. Cost: $30; children 10 and younger, $15. Reception afterward at Fiorello’s, 1560 Main Street, Peckville. Info: Sue O’Brien 570.876.3643; Helen Fitiak 570.876.3709 or Ellen Barna 570.876.3548.September 20: Nutrition Management class provides information on how to: increase energy, balance blood sugar, enhance circulation, and build healthy cells and tissues. Demonstration and tasting of recipes created by Toby Landon, Raw Food Chef and Instructor/Certified Personal Fitness Chef. Info: Denise Abda to register 570.586.9166.

September 22: Abington Senior Community Center Bus trip to Murder Mystery at Mt. Haven Resort, Milford. Buffet lunch with show. Cost: Members, $70; non-members, $75.

Bible study for people who have had little or no prior exposure to Bible study 7:30 p.m., at The Waverly United Methodist Church, Church St., Waverly. Cost: Free. Info/registration: Fred Snyder, 586.8166.

Karen Blomain’s ten-week creative writing workshop, for aspiring writers aged high school and older, at the Constance Reynolds Belin Room in the The Waverly Community House, 1115 N. Abington Road in Waverly, Wednesdays, Sept.22 through Nov. 24, 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $100. Info: www.waverlycomm.org or 570.586.8191 extension 2.

September 23: Titanic discoverer to speak, at 7 p.m. in the Scranton Cultural Center. Dr. Robert Ballard, the undersea explorer who discovered the wreckage of the Titanic, will be the featured speaker for the Lackawanna County Library System’s American Masters Lecture. Cost: Tickets free and can be obtained at the Abington and Dalton Community Libraries.

September 24: Gallery One exhibit “Everhart SPARCS: Raising Awareness about Water in the Ecosystem,” a community-based project highlighting the Museum’s collaborative science education programs with Audubon Elementary School and Howard Gardner School of Discovery. Funding for this year-long project was provided in part by a grant from Pennsylvania American Water. Cost: $5 an adult, $3 for students and seniors, $2 for children 6 to 12, and free to Everhart Museum members. Info: 570.346.7186 or email general.information@everhart-museum.org.

September 25: Rabies Clinic sponsored by the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 12 to 2 p.m. at the Nay Aug Park pool, Scranton. Proof of previous vaccinations required.

Family Caregiver Mini-Series at the Abington Community Library for those who have a loved one with a dementia diagnosis. The program is funded by Blue Cross of Northeast Pa. Blue Ribbon Foundation. Content includes: diagnosis, practical tips for safety/care, legal and financial planning basics, caregiver stress.

Touch a Truck beginning from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Nay Aug Park. Children in the community “touch” and experience a variety of different trucks and vehicles, while partaking in educational programs pertaining to safety.

Bus trip The Anthracite Heritage Museum and Iron Furnaces Associates explore Lancaster County with members of the Lackawanna Historical Society. Cost: $90, includes bus and museum admission fees, light refreshments and one “family-style” luncheon. Reservations required. Info: Anthracite Heritage Museum, McDade Park, 22 Bald Mountain Road, Scranton, at 570.963.4804. The bus leaves the Anthracite Heritage Museum at 7 a.m. and returns at 9:15 p.m. Individuals with disabilities who need special assistance or accommodations to participate or visit the museum should call 570.963.4804, in advance, to discuss their needs. Pennsylvania TDD relay service is available at 800.654.5984.

Oktoberfest Celebration, The William Walker Hose Company grounds at 803 Penn Avenue, Mayfield, beginning at 5 p.m. Authentic German foods from Alpine Wurst and Meat House, Honesdale, will be served, along with local favorites. Assortment of Oktoberfest beverages. Info: www.cornnclamslam.com

September 27: The Attic Shop special consignment Monday, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Sept. 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Maximum of 15 items in a 24-hour period to be consigned per person. The Attic Shop consignment shop hosted by the Waverly Women’s Club, is located in the lower level of the Waverly Community House, 1115 N. Abington Road, Waverly. Info: 570. 587.5991.

September 29: Attic Shop opening, Hours for the consignment shop hosted by the Waverly Women’s Club are Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to noon and first and third Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Located on the lower level of the Waverly Community House on 1115 North Abington Road in Waverly. Deluxe donations accepts clothing that is clean, in style and suitable for sale. Jewerly, dishes and hosehold items may also be donated. From September through April, donations will be accepted at the Attic Shop during shop hours and on Mondays between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Info: 570.586.5991. Consignment hours: Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m; first and third Wednesday evenings 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. September 30: Small Business Institute, Scranton. Through Nov. 18, 9 a.m. to noon. MetroAction’s Small Business Institute provides skills needed to develop, manage and grow a business. The eight-week program at the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, 222 Mulberry St., Scranton, Thursdays. Cost: $149, includes all course materials. Visit www.MetroAction.orgto register or call 570. 341.0270.

October 1: The Commonwealth Medical College (TCMC) second annual Gala, 6 p.m. to midnight at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Wilkes-Barre. Cost: $150 per person. Music will be provided by Which Doctor? Info: 570.504.7000 or visit www.thecommonwealthmedical.com/gala.

October 2: “Fight for Air Walk,” at PNC/Yankees Stadium in Moosic. Two- mile vertical walk invites participants to ascend up three tiers of the stadium concourse hallways (no steps involved) finishing with a victory lap around the outer ballfield diamond, while the outdoor jumbo screen displays photos that walkers have submitted of loved ones who suffer or died of lung diseases like Asthma, lung cancer, COPD, emphysema, fibrosis and more. Info: To joining as an event sponsor or a team call the American Lung Association at: 570. 823.2212 or visit www.FightForAirWalk.org to learn more.

October 3: Pet Blessing, 2 p.m. at the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit.

Dunmore Cemetery Tour Begins at 2 p.m. at Dunmore Cemetery’s receiving vault. Cost: free. Info: 344.3819.

October 8: Passionist Nuns 84th Consecutive Fall Weekend Retreat Season, 7 p.m. at St. Gabriel’s Retreat Center, 631 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit. Featured presentation is “The Emotional Passion of Jesus,” a retreat for men and women, directed by Brother Andr� Mathieu, C.P. of The Passionist Spiritual Center of Riverdale, N.Y. Retreat begins on Friday at 7 p.m. and ends after the noon meal Sunday. No meals are served Friday. Info: 570.586.4957 or kporter@epix.net.October 9: The Martin’s Creek artists annual Art Exhibit, United Methodist Church on State Street (Route 92) Nicholson from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: Ann Ross at 570.942.6995 or Diane Stizza at 570.942.4489.

October 10: Dunmore Cemetery Tour Begins at 2 p.m. at Dunmore Cemetery’s receiving vault. Cost: Free. Info: 344.3819.

October 14: An Evening for Pennsylvania’s Environment, The Twentieth Annual Environmental Partnership Awards dinner, 5 p.m. at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Rte 315, Wilkes-Barre. Seven recipients of the Environmental Partnership Award and the Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award Recipient will be honored. Info/ to request an invitation: 570.718.6507.October 20: “ When Humanity Fails” art exhibit that runs until Nov. 20 presented by the Holocaust Education Resource Center and the Melberger Arts Center Gallery. It celebrates the American GIs who liberated and helped nurture the survivors of Nazi persecution back to life.

October 28: Auditor General Jack Wagner Workshop for volunteer fire departments/relief associations, 7 p.m. at the Clarks Summit Fire Company, 321 Bedford Street, Clarks Summit. Special attention given to administrative procedures. Info: 717.787.1308 or fire@auditorgen.state.pa.us.

October 29: Pennsylvania State Nurses Association (PSNA) Annual Summit at DeSales University, Center Valley. Theme for the event is “Bringing Nursing’s Dark Side to Light: An Ethical Dilemma.” Online registration is now open with pricing available for PSNA members, non-members, LPNs, and nursing and LPN students. Info/Registration: www.panurses.org/summit.

November 21: Tree Lighting, 4 p.m. at the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit.

November 29: Abington Senior Community Center Bus trip to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, NJ for Musical-Comedy Revue. Celebrate Christmas with a song and dance fest, all backed by a live onstage orchestra. Includes full-course meal, show and desserts. Members Cost: $82, non-members Cost: $87.

WEEKLY EVENTS

Mondays:

Bridge Groups, 7 to 10 p.m. Waverly Community House Scout Room. Info: 570.584.3216.

Clarks Summit Fire Company Auxiliary meeting, 7 p.m. Clarks Summit Fire House, 321 Bedford St., second Monday of every month. Info: 570.585.6866. CMC Donor Site Blood Drives, noon to 4 p.m., second Monday of the month, CMC School of Nursing Auditorium. Info: 570.969.8800.

Detox Footbaths and Targeted Massage, third Monday of every month, 2:30p.m. to 5:30p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info:1.888.995.8787.

Sarcoidosis Support Group Meetings, fourth Monday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania,

615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. Info:1.888.995.8787.

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

NAMI Support Group, 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month from in the CMC School of Nursing Building, Auditorium. Info: 570.969.8986.

Middle Eastern Dance Lessons at 12:15 p.m., Abington Senior Center. Cost: $4 per class. Info: 570.586-8996

Tuesdays:

South Abington Lions Club seeking new members, club their meetings the second Tuesday of each month, second floor of the South Abington Township Building at 7 p.m. Info: 570.586.8101 or 570.586.2929.

Greater Scranton Area Roaring Ramblers Toastmaster Meeting, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Allied Services in the Community Room, located at the Pediatrics and Psychology Services entrance of the Rehabilitation Building on the Morgan Highway at Moffatt Drive. Info: scrantontoastmasters.org, 570.587.0232 or 570.222.5405.

Compassionate Care Hospice Bereavement Support Group meetings, third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 205 West Grove Street, Clarks Summit. Info: 570.346.2241

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

Yoga Classes, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Waverly Comm Scout Room. Info: 570.961.3483.

New patient orientations, second Tuesday of each month, 1 to 3 p.m., Lupus Foundation, Scranton. 615 Jefferson Ave. Scranton. Info: lupspa.org or 1.888.995.8787.

Yoga classes, 5:15 p.m. at the Abington Senior Center. Cost: $5. Info: 570.586.8996.

Registered Nurse Consultant, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Resource Center for Autoimmune Diseases, Lupus Foundation, 615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. For more information, call 1.888.995.8787.

Acupuncture, 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. at the Resource Center for Autoimmune Diseases, Lupus Foundation, 615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. Info: call 1.888.995.8787.

Chorus Rehearsals, 7:15 p.m. at the Clarks Summit United Methodist Church. Rehearsals are for the annual Christmas Concert for the Wally Gordon Community Chorus.

Tai Chi classes at 4:15 p.m., Abington Senior Center. Cost: $5 per class. Info: 570.586.8996

Lupus Overview second Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m., Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 615 Jefferson Ave.,

Scranton. In addition, a nurse consultant can answer autoimmune disease questions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and acupuncture appointments are available between 6:30 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. Info: 1.888.995.8787.

Wednesdays:

Barony of Endless Hills Newcomers meetings, second Wednesday of each month at Borders in Dickson City, and the fourth Wednesday of each month at Barnes and Noble in Downtown Wilkes-Barre. Both meetings are at 7 p.m. Meet members of the Barony. Info: contact the Chatelaine, http://endlesshills.aethelmearc.net/

Tarot Readings with Rev. Whitney Mulqueen, 6 to 10 p.m. at the Montrose Inn, Restaurant and Tavern, 26 South Main Street, Montrose. Cost: $30 for 15 minutes. Info: 570-278-1124.

Pilates / Stretch classes, 11:15 a.m. at the Abington Senior Center. Cost: $2. Info: 570.586.8996.

Diabetes management, 9:15 a.m. to noon, Community Medical Center, 1800 Mulberry St., Scranton. Info: 570.969.7272.

Reiki appointments, first Wednesday of every month, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of PA, Resource Center for Autoimmune Diseases, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info: 1-888-99LUPUS.

Fibromyalgia Support Group of NEPA, 6 p.m. third Wednesday of each month at the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, Resource Center for Autoimmune Diseases, 615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton; call 1.888.995.8787 for more information.

Fountain of Wisdom: Free Wellness Chats, 6 to 7 p.m., every Wednesday, at The Inner Harmony Wellness Center indoor fountain, Mercy Hospital General Services Building, 743 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. Join us for herbal tea and healthy discussions on everything from acupuncture to yoga. Hosted by an Inner Harmony health care practitioner or medical doctor. Info: 570.346.4621 or innerharmonywellness.com.

Meeting of the NBC (Northeast Business Club) 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on Wednesdays at Dolphin Plaza, Route 315 Wilkes-Barre, on NBC is a business and professional organization whose primary purpose is to exchange qualified business referrals. Seating may be limited, call ahead. Info: 570.558.9247.

Oakwood Terrace Support Group meetings for spouses and other family members or caretakers of those afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease, the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 400 Gleason Road, Moosic. Meetings are open to the public. Cost: free. Info: Sylvia Kolosinsky at 570.451.3171 ext. 116 or oakwoodterraceinc.com

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: 570.586.4112.

Inner Harmony Wellness Center meditation technique workshops, Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at Uno Fitness, 3 West Olive Street, Scranton. Cost: $15 per person per session, or participants can purchase a five-session punch card for $60. Info/reservations: 570.346.4621 or email dana@ihwc.com.

Pocono Equestrian Center Horse Lovers, youth group, first Wednesday of each month, Mystic Mountain Stables in Madisonville Twp/Moscow. Info: for reservations call 570.348.9795.

Pocono Equestrian Center Wranglers, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, Mystic Mountain Stables in Madisonville Twp./Moscow. Info: 570.348.9795.

Sandvik Retirees Association, 10:30 a.m., third Wednesday each month, Six East Restaurant, Dickson City. Info: 570.587.2657.

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

Yoga for You, 10 to 11 a.m. at the Dietrich Theater in Tunkhannock, Cost: $10 per lesson. Info: 570.996.1500.

Youth ministry at Our Lady of the Snows Church, 7 to 8 p.m. Clarks Summit, general meetings. Junior High program, 7 and 8th graders, Sundays 1 to 2 p.m. Info: Call ahead to join 570.586.1741.

Thursdays:

Alzheimer’s Association caregivers support group meetings, 7 to 8 p.m., the last Tuesday of every month. Elan Gardens. Adjoining room for loved ones, who will not be left unattended. Info: Rhonda, 570.585.8099 or Rita, 570.586.0179.

Scranton Area Lupus Support Group is now including an Autoimmune Disease Support Group, “Overcoming Obstacles Creatively with Art.” Third Thursday of every month at 11 a.m. at the Lupus Foundation, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info:1.888.995.8787.

BNI (Business Network International) Meetings, 7 to 8:30 a.m. on Thursdays at Nichols Village Hotel, 1101 Northern Blvd., Clarks Summit. Meet other professionals to grow your business by exchanging business referrals. Info: 570.587.1135.

Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation support group, 7 p.m., Community Medical Center School of Nursing, first floor, CME Room, third Thursday of each month. Info: 570.969.8986.

Tarot Readings by Intuitive Counselor, Rev. Whitney Mulqueen, 6 to 9:30 p.m. Readings will be $25 for 15 to 20 minutes. Info: 570.575.8649.

Chair Massage, 2nd Thursday of each month; 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, Resource Center for Autoimmune Diseases, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info: 1.888.995.8787

Greater Scranton Area Roaring Ramblers Toastmaster Meeting, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Allied Services in the Community Room, located at the Pediatrics and Psychology Services entrance of the Rehabilitation Building on the Morgan Highway at Moffatt Drive. Info: scrantontoastmasters.org, 570.587.0232 or 570.222.5405.

Laurel Garden Club meeting, first Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m., Info: 570.587.4099 or 570.342.3798.

Introduction to the Disability Process, last Thursday of each month at both 1 and 6 p.m., Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. Info: 1.888.995.8787

Grief and Bereavement Educational and Conversational Support Group Sponsored by: AseraCare Hospice, 749 Northern Boulevard, Clarks Summit, PA 18411. Join us on at the AseraCare offices on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Info: Olympia Cianfichi, Bereavement Coordinator. 1.800.870.0085

Fridays:

Beginning Experience, for separated, divorced or widowed persons, St. Ann’s Parish Center, Scranton, third Friday of each month, 7 to 9 p.m. Info: 570.342.5166.

Villa Capri Cruisers Cruise Night, third Friday of each month, through September at McDonald’s in Hamlin, Route 590. All vehicles welcome. Info: 570.344.2014 or www.villacapricruisers.com

Diabetes support group, 10 a.m. Community Medical Center School of Nursing, first floor, CME Room, second Friday of each month. Info: 570.969.7272.

A Course in Miracles, 4:30 p.m. at Everything Natural. Join us to continue exploring these extraordinary writings and remove obstacles to peace. Discover more about the guiding principles of authors like Marianne Williamson and Dr. Wayne Dyer. Newcomers welcome.

Reflexology Appointments, third Friday of each month, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of PA, Resource Center for Autoimmune Diseases, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info: 1-888-99LUPUS.

Saturdays and Sundays:

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome support group, 1 to 3 p.m., Community Medical Center School of Nursing Building, first floor, CME Room, second Saturday of each month. Info: 570.969.8986.

Free Parking at Scranton Iron Furnaces historical site, 159 Cedar Avenue, Scranton from 12 to 4 p.m.

Teen Lupus and Autoimmune Disease Support Group, third Sunday of every month at 12:30 p.m. at the Lupus Foundation, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton.

Guided Downtown Walking Tours of Scranton, conducted by the Lackawanna County Historical Society, 11 a.m. at the main entrance of Lackawanna College on Vine Street near Washington Avenue. Tours last two hours. Cost: $3. Info: 570.344.3841.

Sjogren’s Syndrome Support Group Meeting, third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 615 Jefferson Ave, Scranton. Info: 1.888.995.8787.

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