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July 28

Community Events

Following is a list of community events in the Abington area.

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: 570.851.4211.

Lupus Screenings, Weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lupus Foundation, Scranton. Info: 1-888-99-LUPUS

July 29: Free Tax Seminar sponsored by "Liberty Tax Service" for home buyers and home owner, 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. at 913 S. Washington Ave., Scranton. Limited seating. Info: Reservations 570.343.7820.Johnson College Open House for Prospective Students, 5 to 7 p.m. at Johnson College campus 3427 North Main Avenue, Scranton. Info: www.johnson.edu or Admissions at 570.702.8900.

Merli Sarnoski Soccer Clinic, 9 a.m. to noon through July 2. Hosted by Lackawanna County Department of Parks and Recreation. Camp is for boys and girls ages 5 through 13. Roger Jacobs, Director of Player Development at Riverfront Sports, Scranton, will conduct the clinic. Cost: $35 per child. Applications are still available at McDade Park, 570-963-6764, or on line at www.lackawannacounty.org.

Pennsylvania Governor’s Institute for Educators, July 29, 30 and 31, at Keystone College in La Plume. The Governor’s Institute for Educators is part of a series of summer professional education programs designed to create opportunities for educators to develop knowledge in specific areas, including pre-kindergarten children and school improvement issues.

The programs are available to all Pennsylvania educators. The institute will offer professional development opportunities for college credit and Act 48 hours, without cost to participants. Info: Contact Dr. Fran Langan, Keystone College, at 570.945.8471.

July 30: National Scoliosis Foundation Concert, 7 to 12 p.m. at Heil’s Place, Dunmore. Performances by: Faithful Aggression Graces Downfall, Charetta and Shadows Lie.

Wayne County Creative Arts Council Summer Festival Park Concert, 7:30 p.m. at Honesdale Central Park. Performance by Stanky and the Cadets. Info: Mae Figura 570.253.3855.

July 31: Catholic Charismatic Renewal of the Diocese of Scranton 27th Annual Conference, continues through August 2 at the University of Scranton. Info: 570.344.2214.

August 1 : Clarks Summit Methodist Church Annual Flea Market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the fellowship hall, intersection of Grove Street and the Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit. Over 100 vendors, indoors and outdoors.

Rockin’ the Summit Summer Concert, at South Abington Park. Performances of five local bands will benefit the Abington Equestrian 4-H and the Bridle Path 4-H. Cost: $5 cover. Info: Steve Lempicky 570.650.8180.

Soccer Coaching workshop, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Long Center and Fitzpatrick Field at the University of Scranton. The course will cover the principles of positive coaching, motivation, fostering confidence, team building, safety and first aid, and character development through sport. The workshop will also include lecture and demonstration of practice drills and techniques for teaching passing, shooting dribbling, and more advanced soccer skills. Workshop is hosted by the University of Scranton’s Athletics Department, Psychology Department and the Bochicchio Sport Character Initiative steering committee. Cost: $25 includes lunch and the online American Sport Education Program course “Coaching Youth Soccer.” Registration deadline is July 28. For info and registration: contact 941-7440 or maguiree3@scranton.edu.

Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Volunteer meeting, 11 a.m. at Lackawanna Junior College, Vine Street, Scranton. Please use the main entrance.

August 2: 9th Annual Music in the Park, 10:30 a.m. worship service, 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. contemporary and traditional Christian music behind the Clifford Fireman’s Fairgrounds Rt. 106, Clifford. Info: 570.679.2766.

Lithuanian Heritage Day, from 12 to 5 p.m. at the Anthracite Heritage Museum, McDade Park, Scranton. Museum curators, board, staff and volunteers have put together a program that will pay particular respect to American Jewish Lithuanians. Special exhibits, films, and song and dance are just a few of the events happening throughout the day. Cost: Free, but museum rates for main exhibits still apply. Info: 570.963.4804.

Scranton Ice Hockey Camp, through August 7 at the Ice Box Sports Complex, 12 Old Boston Road, Pittston. Open to all high school boys and incoming college freshmen. Cost: $450 includes room and board, ice time (three hours daily), camp jersey, and other scheduled activities. Info: contact Bill Fitzgerald at 570.346.3300 or by e-mail at billfitz2004@aol.com.

August 3: Baseball Skills Camp, through August 7 at Ackerly Field, 140 Ackerly Road, Clarks Summit. Coached by Ken Spangenberg Jr., Keystone College Baseball Team and Staff, and members of the Abington Heights HS State Champion baseball team. Personalized experience and learn “base”-ic skills like pitching, base-running, hitting, bunting and defense skills. Part of proceeds to benefit AAJRB’s Earth Camp 2010. Info and online registration: www.abingtonparks.com. A mail-in registration form is also available. Early registration recommended.

Natural gas and groundwater lecture, 7 p.m. at 214 Capwell Science Hall, Keystone College. Lecture given by Prof. Robert Cook. A meeting of the Watershed Coalition at 6:15 will precede the lecture. Presented by South Branch Tunkhannock Creek Watershed Coalition. Cost: Free, with complementary refreshments.

August 4: Adult literacy volunteer Tutor Training workshop, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., on August 4, 6, 11, 13 and 18 at 2013 Boulevard Avenue, Suite One, in Scranton. The workshop is also available on DVD and VHS for individual training. Trainees must attend all five sessions. Parking is available. Info:Contact SCOLA at 570.346.6203, extension 15.

American Red Cross of Lackawanna County Blood Drive, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lackawanna Co Health Care, Sturges Road, Olyphant.

August 5: Lackawanna County Boys and Girls Junior Golf Tournament, at the Scranton Municipal Golf Course, 1099 Golf Club Road, Lake Ariel. Trophies will be given out in three age classifications and divisions for the 18-hole event. Cost: entry fee is $12, including refreshments. To register or for more information, contact the Scranton Municipal Golf Course at 570-689-2686 or McDade Park at 570-963-6764.

August 6: 17th Annual Our Lady of Snows/Church of St. Benedict Country Bazaar, 6 p.m. continues August 7 and 8 at 5 p.m. at the Church of St. Benedict, Newton Ransom Blvd. Live music, American and ethnic foods, over 40 booths, basket raffle and children and adult games. Cost: Free parking and admission. Info: 570.586.1741

Abington Heights Fall Sports Sign up & Physicals, 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the High School Field House. All students interested in trying out for a fall sport should come to sign up for the team they wish to join. A physician will be available to give a sports physical at this time. Cost: $15 for physical. Practice/Tryouts will begin on August 17.

The Friends of the Pittston Memorial Library book sale, 4 to 8 p.m. in the basement of the library. Fiction and non-fiction books, VHS tapes, DVDs and audio books available.

August 7: First Fridays in Scranton Goddess Creations Art Show, 6 to 9 p.m. at The Scranton Club, Mulberry Street and North Washington Ave. in Scranton. Paul McCrone will be featured. Info: 570.575.8649.

14th Annual Christy Mathewson Days, 12 to 7 p.m. continues on August 8 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Events at Keystone College and Christy Mathewson Park, Factoryville. Info: 570.945.8169.

50th Reunion for the Venard Maryknoll Preparatory College in South Abington Township, August 7 to August 9 and will include time on campus Saturday, August 8. The school occupied the current site of Baptist Bible College and Seminary. Baptist Bible purchased the campus from the Maryknoll Fathers in 1968. “Venard 63” will bring together the freshmen classes of 1959 and 1960 from the school. More than 70 people from across the country are expected to attend. Baptist Bible will host the group for softball and volleyball games, a picnic lunch and a campus tour. The group’s weekend will include events at the Inn at Nichols Village. Info: Contact Ron Stewart at rfms@aol.com or 781.275.0732.

August 8: 14th annual Christy Mathewson Day Parade, 11a.m. Groups, floats, musical entries welcome. Entries needed. Info: Steve O’Malley 570.945.5877 or steveom@comcast.net.

Summerfest, 9 a.m. at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Rt. 118 Dallas. Craft fair, antique appraisals by Dr. Lori, entertainment and a silent basket auction. Info: Laura Stearns 570.675.7045.

Young Eagles Rally, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Seaman’s Airport, off Seaman’s Road in Factoryville. Sponsored by the Endless Mountain Pilot’s Association. Airplane rides for those between ages 8 and 17.Also there will be an introduction on aviation and what qualifications are needed to be a pilot. Rain Date Sunday August 9. Cost: free. Info: Seaman’s Airport: 570-945-5125.

All you can eat Pasta Dinner, 2 to 6 p.m. at Seaman’s Airport, off of Seaman’s Road in Factoryville. Cost: $6 adult; $3 children under 10. Tickets are available in advance or at the door. All proceeds benefit the Endless Mountain Pilots EAA Chapter 1458. Info: Seaman’s Airport: 570-945-5125.

Lackawanna County Amateur Golf Tournament, through August 9 at the Scranton Municipal Golf Course, 1099 Golf Club Road, Lake Ariel. Cost: $23 for each round, including food and refreshments. Over 100 of the top amateur players in Lackawanna County are expected to compete. Info and registration: contact the Scranton Municipal Golf Course at 570-689-2686 or McDade Park at 570-963-6764.

Take Out Pasta Dinner, 12 to 3 p.m. at the Clifford United Methodist Church, Main Street, Clifford. Dinner benefits the Lenoxville and Clifford United Methodist Churches. Cost: $7 per adult and $5 for children under 10. For advance tickets (preferred), call 570.222.4075 or 570.222.5625.

August 9: 14th Annual Pocono Chicken Wing-Off to benefit Monroe County Meals on Wheels at Fernwood Hotel and Resort, noon to 4 p.m. on the Fernwood Great Lawn. Cost: Festival attendees pay as they go for wings, beverages and other food. Proceeds from the wings sold will go to Meals on Wheels, which generates over $12,000 from the event annually. New this year, craft and vendor booths. Info: Loretta Porvaznik for details and registration forms at 570.588.6661 ext. 2106.

Fourth Annual Sunday in the Park, 12 to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Everhart Museum, 1901 Mulberry Street, Scranton. This is a collaborative event organized by the Everhart Museum, Lackawanna County Library System, and the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Activities will include hands-on craft projects, face-painting, games, raffles, live musical performances and food vendors. Cost: free for anyone with a Lackawanna County Library System library card and are suitable for all ages. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact the Everhart Museum at 570-346-7186 or education@everhart-museum.org.

August 10: Benefit Dinner for Trooper Joshua Miller’s Family, 6 p.m. at Meadowbrook Inn, Route 314, Cherry Lane Road, Tannersville. Escoffier Dinner hosted by the American Culinary Federation Professional Chefs of Northeast Pennsylvania. Champagne and hors d’oeuvres will be followed by a seven course dinner with paired wines featuring French delicacies including foie gras, sweetbreads, caviar, and truffles. All proceeds from this Dinner will benefit the wife and children of Trooper Joshua Miller, a Pittston Township resident, who was killed in the line of duty on June 7. Info: Meadowbrook Inn 570.629.8800 or Ann Marie Piccini 570.510.3125.

Vacation Bible School at Countryside Community Church, 5:30 p.m. light dinner and 6 to 8 p.m. program. Continues through August 14 at 14001 Church Hill Road, Clarks Summit. Studio Go! Game Show is the theme with a focus on teamwork, service and fun. Info: 570.586.7758

Youth Basketball Camp, through August 14 at the University of Scranton’s Long Center. Held by Carl Danzig, Head Coach of men’s basketball at the University of Scranton. For boys ages 7 to 15.Cost: $180.00 includes lunch, T-shirt and basketball, league play, 3-on-3, agility contests, sudden victory tournament and individual instruction in all phases of the game. A non-refundable deposit of $25 required with application. Info: Carl Danzig at 570.941.7478 or danzigc2@scranton.edu. Online registration, visit http://matrix.scranton.edu/athletics/2009-royalscamp.html.

Youth Lacrosse Camp, through August 14 at Fitzpatrick Field at The University of Scranton. For boys and girls, ages 7 to 15.Cost: $60 includes camp T-shirt, daily and weekly awards, and five days of instruction from college coaches and players. Three sessions broken down by age group. Info: www.scrantonlacrosse.com or contact Kevin Dugan at dugank4@scranton.edu

August 11: Discover E Camp Conservation Leader Overnight Camping Experience, from 11 a.m. to 11 a.m. on August 12 at the Lackawanna State Park. For children ages 14 to 17. Food and camping equipment provided. Cost: $20. Info: 570.945.7110.

Ultimate Frisbee Camp, continues through August 13, 6 to 8 p.m. at Stroney Field at the Abington Area Park. Grades second to seventh and eighth grade and up. Cost: $15. Info: To register 570.586.9316.

Luzerne County Community College fall 2009 semester courses, Registration for the Scranton courses from 5:30p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11 at the Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County. Courses scheduled to be offered in Scranton include Marketing, Math, English, Sociology, and Writing. Off-campus classes for the fall semester will begin on Monday August 31. Info: Call LCCC at 800.377.LCCC, extension 828 or e-mail mkeegan@luzerne.edu.

August 12 : Luzerne County Community College fall 2009 semester courses. Registration for courses in Old Forge from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12 at the Old Forge High School. Courses scheduled to be offered in Old Forge include English, Accounting, Art Appreciation, Nutrition and Wellness, Speech, and Writing. Off-campus classes for the fall semester will begin on Monday August 31. For more information, call LCCC at 800.377.LCCC, extension 828 or e-mail mkeegan@luzerne.edu.

American Red Cross of Lackawanna County Blood Drive, 1 to 6 p.m. at Grace Bible Church, University Drive, Dunmore.

St Joseph Senior Social Club Meeting, 2 p.m. at St Joseph Seminary on Route 315 Pittston. Membership is open to men and women 55 yrs. of age and up. New members welcome. Plans are underway for a weekend trip to the Catskills in NY. For more information please call Theresa 654-2967.

August 13: Dancing Under the Stars, 6 to 9 p.m. at Clarks Summit Senior Living. Admission includes dancing, buffet, beer, wine, soda, coffee, desserts and door prizes. Proceeds benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Cost: $20. Info: Doreen Salt 570.586.8080.

Abington Heights High School Freshmen Orientation, 9 to 11 a.m. in the High School Auditorium, 222 Noble Road, Clarks Summit.

Gentle Yoga, at noon, August13, Resource Center for Autoimmune Diseases, Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, 1.888.995.8787.

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Bus Trip, coordinated by the Abington Senior Community Center. Dinner Theater show, “Singing, Dancing, A Little Romancing”. Cost: Members $75, nonmembers $79. Info: 570.586.8996.

August 14: Learn to Meditate Class, continues through August 16 at Inner Harmony Wellness Center, East Benton. Learn Primordial Sound Meditation as developed by Deepak Chopra, M.D., and David Simon, M.D. Info: 570.346.4621 or innerharmonywellness.com.

August 15: 4th Annual Latin Pride Weekend Celebration 2009, also running August 16. Includes Las Fiestas Patronales and The Latin Parade. Info: Pedro Gonzalez, Executive Director, Latin Cultural Diversity Center, 570.332.0753 or gonzaleslcdc@yahoo.com.

Living History Weekend, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through August 16 at Eckley Miners’ Village, off Route 940. Civil War encampment with infantry and artillery firing and camp life demonstrations. Cost: $6 Adults / $5 Seniors / $3 Children, under 6 are free. Info: call 570.636.2070 or online at www.eckelyminers.org.8th annual Lebanese-American Food Festival, Aug 15, 4 to 11 p.m. and August 16, 12 to 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Melkite Greek-Catholic Church, 130 N. St. Francis Cabrini Ave., Scranton. Info: Church 570.343.6092 or Betsy 570.383.9433

August 16: Endure For a Cure, at Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre. The first annual bike ride in NEPA benefits the American Cancer Society. Four options ranging from a 12 mile flat course to a 65 mile challenge that travels through Luzerne and Lackawanna County. Participants, volunteers and corporate sponsors needed. Info: www.endureforacure.org.

Scrabble Run Motorcycle Ride, at 9 a.m. at the Big M in Hallstead with the ride taking off by 10 a.m. Ride is in memory of Jim and Karen Lucas, to benefit the Susquehanna County Literacy Program. The ride will wind through the Endless Mountains making stops to pick up Scrabble Tiles. First prize for the best word is a $100 gift certificate from Southern Tier Harley Davidson. Pre-registration available by e-mailing sclp@epix.net or calling 570-465-2880.

Poker Run, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.Tobyhanna Army Depot’s Operation Santa Claus Program. Cost: $20 for riders and $10 for passengers, non riders attending the picnic are $10. Registration is at Electric City Harley Davidson in Scranton from 8 a.m. to noon. Riders are invited to attend a picnic/after party at the Tobyhanna Army Depot sports/picnic complex from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. All riders and passengers entering the depot must wear a helmet, have a current license, insurance and registration cards, and photo identification. Info: contact Jackie Vass, recreation specialist in the Community Services Office, 570-895-7584, or jacqueline.vass@us.army.mil or Gayla Debonise, gayla.l.debonise@us.army.mil.

August 17: Scranton Area Lupus Support Group Picnic, 6 p.m., at McDade Park Pavilion. Hoagies and beverages will be provided

August 18: Rally for the Cure Golf Tournament, at Glen Oak Country Club. Proceeds benefit the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

August 19: Singers and Songwriters, 7:30 p.m. at the Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. An evening of acoustic music featuring George Wesley, Kate Jordan, C.J. McKenna, Tom Flannery and Lorne Clarke. Cost: tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door or by calling 570-996-1500. Info: call 570.996.1500.

August 22: American Red Cross of Lackawanna County Blood Drive, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Big Bass Lake Community, 120 Livingstone Lane, Gouldsboro.

CPW Wrestling, 7 p.m. at the Ice Box Center, Scranton. Proceeds will benefit the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. For more information, call 570.955.0923.

Pocono State Crafts Festival through August 23 hosted by Pocono Arts Council features works including jewelry, woodworking, clothing, metal work, leather, furniture, pottery, basketry. Open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain or shine, parking is free. Go to FernwoodHotel.com for a complete listing of special discount getaway offers.

South Abington Elementary Fourth Grade Celebration Planning Committee Yard Sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South Abington Community Park Field. Rain or shine. Sellers can rent a spot for $20. Info: Brenda Bartkowski 570.586.7198 or Lisa VanWert 570.586.0521.

August 26: American Red Cross of Lackawanna County Blood Drive, 2 to 7 p.m. at Gouldsboro Volunteer Fire Hall, Rt 507 Main St, Gouldsboro.Lackawanna Historical Society’s Annual Dinner, cocktails, 6 p.m. dinner 7 p.m., at The Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton. Author Burton W. Folsom will be speaking about his book “Urban Capitalist: Entrepreneurs and City Growth in Pennsylvania’s Lackawanna and Lehigh Regions 1800-1920.” R.S.V.P by August 14. Info: The Lackawanna Historical Society at 570.344.3841.

August 27: Introduction to the Disability Process, at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Resource Center for Autoimmune Diseases, Lupus Foundation, 615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. For more information, call 1.888.995.8787.

August 29: Bus trip to Museum of the Earth, departs at 7 a.m. for the museum in Ithaca, NY. Join the Anthracite Heritage Museum and Iron Furnaces Associates as they explore the museum, which is full of fun and interesting exhibits about our planet. Cost: $40 per person ($35 for members of the Associates) and includes the bus and museum admission fees. The bus departs from the Anthracite Heritage Museum, Scranton. Reservations are required. Info and registration: call 570.963.4804.

Newton Recreation Center Golf Tournament, at Summit Hills Golf Course, Clarks Summit. The format is Captain and Crew, Shot Gun Start at 8 a.m., with check in between 7:15 and 7:45 a.m. Cost: $60.00 per person fee includes 18 holes, golf cart, snack and drink on the course, and dinner after golf. Dinner will be catered by Country Cuisine Catering at Country View on Newton Ransom Blvd., adjacent to the Newton Ransom Fire Hall. For reservations contact Diana McDonald, 1647 Forest Acres Drive, Clarks Summit, PA 18411. Include the following information: Team name, contact person, address, phone number and check payable to Newton Recreation Center, for full payment. To attend dinner only submit a check for $15.00, to the above address. Deadline is August 15 for all reservations. Info: call 570-587-3083 or 570-586-7808.

September 3: Kick Off Luncheon for the Walk for Life and Breath on October 3, Uno’s Grill, Dickson City. RSVP: 570.823.2212.

September 5: Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Volunteer meeting, 11 a.m. at Lackawanna Junior College, Vine Street, Scranton. Use the main entrance.

September 6: Villa Capri Cruisers’ Reunion of Old Friends at Nay Aug Park, 9 a.m. All cars and trucks welcome. Info: 570.842.2736 Tom Maroon or villacapricruisers.com.

September 12: Steam Excursion to the Tunkhannock Viaduct, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. from the Steamtown National Historic Site, 150 S. Washington Avenue, Scranton. The excursion date coincides with the Borough of Nicholson’s “Bridge Day” and commemorates the 94th anniversary of the viaduct. Train departs at 1 p.m. for a planned arrival and stop on the bridge from 2 to 2:15 p.m. to view the beautiful Endless Mountains and its wildlife. Cost: $41 for adults 17-61, $36 for seniors 62 and older, and $30 for children aged 6-16. Children 5 and younger require a “no charge” ticket. Info and reservations: 570.340.5204 or 570.942.4767.

September 13: East coast Dynasty Ricochets Rapid Detail, doors 9 a.m. for registration, to benefit Trina Bender, who has been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. At River Front Sports Complex, 5 West Olive Plaza in Scranton. Cost: $25, each vehicle to be entered into the building, which includes one passenger, additional passengers are $1; $10, electric use; $3, general admission. Entertainment and prizes to take place. Info: 570.499.0968 or 570.558.9247.

September 15: Eleventh Annual “Bringing the World to Northeastern Pennsylvania”, 8 to 11:30 a.m. at The Woodlands Inn and Resort, Wilkes-Barre. Meet one-on-one with Pennsylvania’s trade representatives from different parts of the world, from Chile and Mexico to Beijing and Shanghai. Please note the representatives will only be visiting for a half a day this year, so register early. Info: 570.655.5581.

Kidsmusic with Karen Kane, through November 24 in the Scout Room at the Waverly Community House, Waverly. Classes open to children ages 18 months to three years. The ten-week session will take place Tuesday mornings. Class will focus on the development of early musical skills such as steady beat, rhythm, vocal imitation, and listening skills. Cost: $100 includes tuition and an instrument. Info: contact Karen Kane at 586-1051 or www.kidsmusicwithkarenkane.orbitaltec.net.

September 20: Patsel’s Going to the Dogs, to benefit the humane society, at Patsel’s restaurant, Routes 6 and 11, Clarks Summit.

September 21: 7th Annual American Red Cross of Lackawanna County Golf Tournament, at the Glenmaura National Golf Club. Info: Cynthia Strenkoski 570.207.0109, cstren@neparc.org or visit www.neparc.org.

September 25: Washington DC Bus Trip, through September 28 with the Abington Senior Community Center. The 4 day, 3 night trip includes a guided tour of Washington DC, WWII Memorial, Capitol Hill, and much more! Cost: $369 per person based on double occupancy. Payment due by August 15. Info and registration: 570.586.8996. October 3: Walk for Life and Breath, 10 a.m., Nay Aug Park. Info: American Lung Association 570.823.2212.

Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Volunteer meeting, 11 a.m. at Lackawanna Junior College, Vine Street, Scranton. Please use the main entrance.

October 8: Fall Foliage Train Ride, with the Abington Senior Community Center. Scenic ride on the Stourbridge Lion departing from Honesdale to Hawley. Cost: $55 members, $59 nonmembers. Price includes family style lunch and the Joey Vincent Show at Ehrhardt’s resort. Reservations must be in by September 8. Info and registration: 570.586.8996.

October 9: Villa Capri Cruisers’ Dance, 7 p.m. featuring The Poets; Frankie and the Corvettes; and Flashback. Info: 570.842.2736 Tom Maroon or villacapricruisers.com