ALL ABOARD
Steamtown National Historic Site Visit www.nps.gov/stea for train schedule or call 570.340.5200
• The “Scranton Limited” short train rides, covering nearly three miles round trip, are offered Wed.-Sun. These 30 minute train rides depart from Roundhouse boarding area Wed. at 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 & 2:15 p.m. with a historic diesel locomotive. A historic steam locomotive will operate Thurs.-Sun. 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 & 2:15 p.m. $3 per person, all ages 6 and older.
BENEFITS / CHARITY EVENTS
4th annual “Taste of the Valley” to May 8, 5 p.m. to benefit the Geneva School at Riverfront Sports, Scranton. Taste the best of local eateries and bid in the silent auction. Adults, $15, children under 12, $5. For more info/tickets call Geneva School, 570.489.7620.
Asthma Walk June 7, 10 a.m. at King’s College’s Betzler Field in Wilkes-Barre, presented by the American Lung Assoc. of Pa. and Cross Valley Federal Credit Union. Includes health fair with free lung function testing, sports memorabilia raffle, free ice cream social. Register at www.asthmawalk.org or 823.2212.
“Bailamos: A Benefit” May 18, 4 p.m., Coughlin High School auditorium (80 N. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre) to benefit St. Joseph’s Children’s Center. $3. Features different dances from different cultures performed by members of the school. For more info call 570.430.3623.
Charity Dance May 18, 4 p.m., hosted by Coughlin High School Spanish Club in the auditorium (80 N. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre) $3 at the door, proceeds benefit St. Joseph’s Center in Scranton. Students will perform tango, mambo, cha-cha, swing, waltz, and hip-hop style dances.
Chocolate & Wine Festival May 17, 3-7 p.m. in Montrose. Proceeds benefit the new hospital and library. For more info call Tom Follert, 570.278.1230 or visit www.chocolatewinefestival.com.
EVENTS
41st Annual Senior Dinner Dance May 8, 2-7 p.m. at Genetti’s, Wilkes-Barre. Entertainment by Jolly Joe and the Bavarians, cash bar, over 70 door prizes. Presented by Area Agency on Aging. Call Brenda Lispi, 570.822.1158, ext. 3333 for info.
Craft show May 24, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Gouldsboro United Methodist Church. Vendors needed, for info call 570.676.4090 or 842.6106.
Cork Bar & Restaurant (463 Madison Street, Wilkes-Barre, 570.270.3818) events:
• Sake in the City: May 20, 7 p.m. $20 per person. Sake tasting, tapas.
• This Brew’s For You: May 27, 7 p.m. Complimentary beer sampling.
• Sex and the City Happy Hour: May 30, 5-7 p.m. Half price cosmos, appetizers.
Cultural Council of Luzerne County
• Bus trip to the Roberson Museum in Binghamton for “Visions of the Susquehanna - 250 Years of Paintings” by American Masters: May 30, departs 10 a.m. Dine at J. Michaels Restaurant, Docent tour of the museum, free time to draw, paint or take photographs. Departs Binghamton at 6:30 p.m.
Curtis Montz Film Series at the Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre:
Showings Wednesdays (with occasional Friday), 1 p.m. ($6), 7:30 p.m. ($8). 5-Show ticket series, $25, $35
• “The Diving Bell & the Butterfly” (PG-13): May 14
• “Starting Out in the Evening” (PG-13): May 21
• “The Kite Runner (PG-13): May 23
• “Into the Wild” (R): May 28
Dietrich Theater (60 E. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, 570.996.1500, www.dietrichtheater.com) calendar of events:
Kids Classes:
• Quilting for Kids, ages 6-up: Wednesdays, through May 28, 3:30-5 p.m. $6 per class, materials provided.
• Mehoopany Mixed Media: Session 2: May 7, 14, 21, 28. 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 5-12. $35/session. Classes held at the Mehoopany Outreach Studio (87 Main St., Mehoopany).
• Cuddly Characters, ages 3-5: May 8, 15, 22, 12-12:45 p.m.; Mommy & Me: May 2, 9, 16, 23, 10:30-11:15 a.m., $30.
• All About Pottery & Sculpture, ages 5-12: May 8, 15, 22, 29, 4-5:30 p.m., $35.
Intergenerational Classes:
• Open Studio for Painting, Drawing, & Pottery: Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. $15/class or $50 for four classes. Session 2: May 6, 13, 20.
• Intergenerational Quilting: Weds. through May 28, 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 13-up. $6 per class, material provided.
• Intergenerational Quilting, ages 13-up: Wednesdays, June 11-July 30, 6-7:30 p.m. $6 per class, materials provided.
Adult Classes:
• Golden Days of Radio Players Group: Tuesdays, through May 20, 7-9 p.m. Free.
• Pottery & Sculpture: May 12, 19. 7-8:30 p.m. Ages 13 to adult. $50/session.
• Jewelry Making-Glass Fusing: May 12, 6-9 p.m. Ages 16-up. $60, materials provided.
• Photography Workshop: May 7, 14, 21, 28, 7-9 p.m. June 7, 1-3 p.m. with Kenny Ganz, Steamtown’s site photographer. $75.
Special Events:
• Dietrich Radio Players Performance: May 13, 7 p.m. Free and open to the public.
• Shakespeare in the Park: June 21, 7 p.m. Presented by Gamut Theatre Group. Free and open to the public.
Entertainment Unlimited Events:
• “Memorial Weekend Oldies Blast:” May 24, 6 p.m., Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (237 William St., Pittston). Entertainment by The Paramounts, Richie Wilson, “Tribute to the Male Stars of the 50s, 60s;” Connie Francis, “Tribute by Debbie Rosado;” and the Everly Brothers, “Tribute by Dick & Tom.” Tickets $20, includes beer, soda, mixers, B.Y.O.B., pizza, antipasto, wings. Catered by Bari Pizza.
• “Country Jamboree:” May 31, doors 6 p.m., music and dancing 7-11 p.m. at Lakeside Ballroom (Barnesville, Rte. 54, 778.6132). Features music by Crazy Heart and the Hickory Rose Band. Tickets $15 includes food court and cash bar. Call 778.6132 or 497.5698 for reservations.
“Feathered Films” series:
• “Chicken Run” May 24, 3 p.m.
All films shown at the Scranton Cultural Center in collaboration with the Everhart Museum and the Lackawanna County Library System. Free and open to the public. For more info call 570.346.7186
Greater Scranton Area Roaring Ramblers Toastmaster’s Club Open House May 13, 6:30 p.m., Abington Community Library (Morgan Hwy. at Grove Street). Refreshments served. For info call 570.587.0232 or visit www.scrantontoastmasters.org.
Hunlock Creek Volunteer Fire Co. (1114 Main Rd., Hunlock Creek) events:
• All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet: May 11, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 570.287.7977 or 570.718.0673)
• Karate Classes: Wed., 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 5-adult. No experience necessary.
• Dancing With Mommy: Thurs., 6:30 p.m. Mommies and children ages 2 through 3 � .
• Drawing and Painting for Children: Wed., 4-5 p.m., 5-6 p.m. Children ages 10-12.
• Salsaerobics: Fri., 4:30-5:30 p.m. $6 per person., $6, call Kelly’s Fitness at 655.9190 for info.
•Adult Fitness Class: Mon., 7 p.m. All fitness levels welcome. $5.
King’s College: (133 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.5957 or www.kings.edu) events:
• Creating an Identity-Latino Artists in NEPA: through May 30.
• Baccalaureate Mass: May 17, 4 p.m., Scandlon Gym.
• 59th Annual Commencement Ceremony: May 18. Procession 1:45, ceremony, 2 p.m. Pedro A. Cort�s, Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pa. will Class of 2008.
Lackawanna College events:
• Navy Band Sea Chanters in concert: May 30, 7:30 p.m., Mellow Theater. Free and open to the public. Tickets limited to four per household, available for pick-up on a first-come, first-serve basis during business hours at the Everhart Museum. For info, contact the museum at 570.346.7186 or email general.information@everhart-museum.org.
Misericordia University events ( www.misericordia.edu, 570.674.6372):
• Water aerobics: daily through May 26, 8:30-9:30 a.m., 7:30-8:30 p.m. $6 per session, $40 per month
• Hatha Yoga classes: through May 26, Mondays 7-8:30 p.m., Tues./Thurs. 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $7 per session, $40 per month. Monday night only, $20 per month.
• Aerobics/pilates: daily through May 26, times vary, $6 per class, $40 per month.
For info on above classes, call 570.674.6155/674.6289.
Summer camps and clinics. For info call Thea Kahn, 570.674.6155.
• Athletic Camps, featuring baseball (boys), basketball (girls/boys), co-ed soccer and field hockey: All camps held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. each day.
Other Fun & Fitness programs:
• School Age Tennis Camp: Ages 4-5: July 16, 30, Aug. 13, 9-10 a.m. Ages 6-12: July 14,16, 28, 30, Aug. 11, 13, 10 a.m. -12 p.m.
• Competitive Swim Clinic: Ages 10-18, July 14-18, 5-7 p.m.
• School Age Swim: Learn-to-swim ages 5-14: four sessions: June 2-6, 9-13, 16-20 & 23-27. Levels 1-2: 5-5:30 p.m., Levels 3-7, 5:45-6:15 p.m.
• Little Lappers pre-swim & safety program (ages 2-4) and Mini Mates (ages 2-months-3 yrs.): four sessions: June 2-6, 9-13, 16-20 & 23-27, 6:15-6:45 p.m.
“Wines of the World” class:
• Mondays, through May 12. 6-8 p.m. $75, $20 material fee for each class. Introduction to the wine industry and its production around the world. Each class features a lecture and a sample of white wines from the respective regions by Dick Murphy. Classes held at the CuVenee restaurant, Dallas Shopping Center. To register call 674.6155 or 674.6289.
The Osterhout Free Library Events (71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.0156, ext. 217)
• Teen Poetry Group (ages 12-18): June 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Youth Services Dept., hosted by Wilkes’ Jim Warner. Bring work to share. Call to register.
• Open Mic Night (ages 12-18): every third Tues. beginning May 20, 5-6:30 p.m. in Reading Room. Bring poems, passages, songs, scenes, magic tricks and anything else up your sleeve. Call for info.
• Teen Library Focus Group (ages 12-18): June 4, 6-7:30 p.m. in Gates Lab. Group meets once a month about the library’s teen space, participate in planning teen programs and more. Great leadership experience, time can be used as volunteer hours. Call for info.
• Harry Potter Discussion Group (ages 12-18): May 28, 6-7:30 p.m. (meets four Wed. of each month). Call for info.
• Teen Anime Group (ages 12-18): May 31, 2-3:30 p.m., Youth Services Dept. New members welcome. Discuss series, characters and conventions. Call for info.
• Teen Media Club (ages 12-18): May 29, June 12, 29.
• Teen Movie Nights (ages 13-19) featuring “Zoolander,” “She’s the Man,” and “Starsky and Hutch:” Wed., May 21, June 11, July 9. Popcorn and drinks, free. Call for info.
Second Saturday in Scranton May 10. Spend the day in shops, eateries and galleries. Individual businesses will host special events at their locations with the common theme of Mother’s Day. Raffle to raise money for Women’s Resource Center and street parking is always free. Venues: Lavish, Silver on Spruce, Helen Schwartz Gifts, Occasions Dress Shop, Northern Light Espresso Bar, Duffy Accessories, Now Hair Studio, Pastry & Petals, Third Gallery, Michael’s Luxury Eyewear, Downtown Fitness Center, Anthology New & Used Books, Outrageous and Nada & Co.
St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church (540 N. Main Ave., Scranton)
• Pierogi Sale every Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
The University of Scranton events:
For info about University Bands, Choirs, String Ensembles, and Performing Arts Series, call 570.941.7624, or visit www.scranton.edu/bandsandchoirs.
• “The Holocaust in American Literature: Hard Cases” Lecture by Eric J. Sundquist, Ph.D.: May 8, 8 p.m. DeNaples Center ballroom. Free and open to the public.
• University Singers In Concert: May 9, 7:30 p.m., Houlihan-McLean Center.
• Magdalyn E. Boga, soprano, and Alice Lord, violinist, In Recital: May 11, 3 p.m., Houlihan-McLean Center.
• Wyoming Seminary Performing Arts Institute Civic Symphony Orchestra In Concert: May 13, 7:30 p.m.. Houlihan-McLean Center.
• “Global Warming ‘08: Solutions for a Warming Planet:” May 17, 9 a.m.-3:15 p.m. at Brennan Hall presented by NEPA Citizens for Pennsylvania’s Future (PennFuture). PennFuture members & students, free; others, $10 (breakfast & lunch included). For more info call 852.1493 or visit www.pennfuture.org.
Wilkes-Barre City Events:
• Fine Arts Fiesta: May 15-18, Public Square
For more info, visit www.wilkes-barre.pa.us or call 570.208.4149.
Wyalusing Community Corp (WCC) annual picnic/meeting May 5, 5 p.m., WCC Building (121 Main St., Wyalusing).Guest speaker Dr. Robert Spiegelman. For more info, call 570.574.4922 or email wchamber@epix.net.
HISTORY
Eckley Miner’s Village (located nine miles east of Hazleton, just off Route 940; 570.636.2070; www.eckleyminers.org)
• “Up Home: Steadman 1903-1909” by author Clemson Page book signing/lecture: May 18, 2 p.m. Discusses rigors of working class boyhood in coal fields of Pa. Free and open to the public.
Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org)
• Early Explorations: Looking & Reading Together: Workshop featuring a different book and activity designed to develop pre-literacy skills. Classes on the first Mon. (12 p.m.) and third Sat. (2:30 p.m.) through May 24. Pre registration required.
• “Art of the Land: John Willard Raught and the Continuing NEPA Landscape Tradition:” through Sept. 1.
• “Mining the Landscape: Student Environmental Air:” through Sept. 1.
• “Isaiah’s Corner: Everhart goes Evergreen!:” through Sept. 1. Gallery provides children with a unique opportunity to learn about landscapes through hands-on experience. Adult guidance required at all times.
• “International Migratory Bird Day: Tropics to Tundra:” May 10, 1-4 p.m. Guided bird walk through Nay Aug with demonstrations The Endless Mountains Nature Center’s “Raptors Rule” program 3 p.m. and bird games and activities. Free with paid admission to museum, no reservation required.
Lycoming County Historical Society Thomas T. Taber Museum (858 W. Fourth St., Williamsport, 570.326.3326, www.lycoming.org/lchsmuseum )
• History Coffee Hour featuring local Negro League historian Lou Hunsinger, Jr.: May 8, 10 a.m. Free and open to the public but small donation requested.
• “An Airing of the Quilts” featuring Judith Youngman: May 18, 2 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Pennsylvania’s Anthracite Heritage Museum (McDade Park, Scranton: 570.963.4804 or www.phmc.state.pa.us on the net) Open year round, Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• “Dig Heritage:” May 17, 10 a.m. Hands-on gardening project directed by Gerry and Len Janus on the terrace. Gardening gloves, hat and jeans recommended. Free and open to the public. Reservations required.
Electric City Trolley Museum and Coal Mine Tour (Cliff Street, Scranton 570.963.6590) Museum open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trolley excursions run Wednesday through Sunday 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Trolley rides $10 adults, $9 seniors, $7.75 ages 3-12. The mine is open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tours run hourly, $8 adults, $7.50 seniors, $5.50 ages 3-12.
The Historical and Preservation Society of the Greater Shickshinny Area
• Meeting rescheduled to May 18. Board of Directors meeting at 12:30 p.m., general meeting, 1 p.m. at FLT Building (N. Main St.) Plans will be discussed for further fund raising events and for the June Picnic meeting. Open to anyone interested.
Steamtown National Historic Site (I-81 to Exit 53, Scranton: 570.340.5200 or 888.693.9391, www.nps.gov/stea)
• “My Passion for Trains: Railroad Images of John Fasulo:” through May 7.
LEARNING
A.C. Moore (2190 Wilkes-Barre Twp. Market Place, Wilkes-Barre, 570.817.0176) Students must sign up at least 24 hours in advance to secure placement in class. Each class $15, plus supplies.
• Adult art classes: Every Mon., 6:30-8:30 p.m., every Tues. (except third Tuesday of each month), 5-6 p.m., every Fri., 9:30-11:30 a.m. All mediums (watercolor, pencil, colored pencil, acrylic, etc.)
• Children’s art classes: Every Tues. (except third Tues. of each month), 3:45-4:45 p.m., every Thurs., 3:45-4:45 p.m. and 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. All mediums (watercolor, pencil, colored pencil, acrylic, etc.)
• Adult jewelry-making classes: Every Fri., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Adult Kung Fu (Kung Fu & Tai Chi Center, Wilkes-Barre: 570.829.2707)
Ongoing classes. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Study of Chinese Martial Art open hand and weapons sets. Mondays, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Class covers Chinese style theories, concepts and applications. “Sport” fighting concepts explained and practiced.
Aikido of Scranton, Inc. (1627 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.963.0500)
• Self-Defense Class taught by Aikido Master Ven Sensei, every Mon. & Wed., 7-9 p.m. $10.
• Traditional Weapons Class, every Thurs., 7-9 p.m. $10.
ArtsYouniverse (156 S. Franklin St. Wilkes Barre, 570.970.9025)
• Adult Dance Classes: Thursday evenings, 7-8 p.m. - Ballet; 8-9 p.m. Modern Dance/Creative Movement. No experience necessary! Fun classes in a relaxed atmosphere taught by NYC professional dancer. $10 per class. Call 570.709.6709 or artsmadness@aol.com for more information.
• Youniversal Suzuki String Program: Violin and viola taught by Mary Ann Saylor for students age 3-1/2 to adult. “You’re never too old and hardly ever too young to ‘Twinkle.” Call 570.823.5800 or e-mail arts@epix.net for more info.
Studio J, 2nd floor:
• Stained glass classes by John Waering: every Sun., 1:30-3 p.m., Tues., 7-8:30 p.m. Classes run in four week sessions. $80 plus materials. Call for info, 970.9025.
Back Mountain Martial Arts Center & Mountaintop Martial Arts Center
For more info, call either location, Back Mountain (4 Carr Ave., 570.675.9535) or Mountaintop (312 S. Mountain Blvd., 466.6474): Visit Web site at www.fudoshinkai1.com.
• Instruction in Traditional Karate, Jujutsu, and Sivananda Yoga (Back Mountain): Tues., Wed., Thurs., 4:30-9 p.m., Sat., 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (Mountaintop Karate Center Mon., Weds., Fri., 4:30-9 p.m.
• Instruction in Traditional Karate, Jujutsu, and Sivananda Yoga (Mountaintop): Mon., Wed., Fri., 4:30-9 p.m.
Balance Ultimate Fitness (Belladaro Prof. Bldg., Gardner Rd., Elmhurst, 570.862.2840):
• Fitness Boxing class: Tues. & Thurs. 7-8 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. Learn boxing and self-defense skills and get a great fitness workout at the same time. All ages/abilities.$7.
• Mixed Martial Arts class: Mon. & Fri., 6-7 p.m. Combining wrestling, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, muay thai boxing, judo, traditional boxing. All ages/abilities.$7.
• Core Conditioning class: Mon., Wed., Fri., 5-6 p.m. Improve your balance, agility, strength, and cardio fitness using kettlebells, medicine balls, therabands, balance balls, and other non-traditional training equipment. All ages/abilities.$7.
• BUF Kids Fitness class: Tues. & Thurs., 5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. Calesthenics, balance training, self-defense, and more all in one class. Ages 5-15, healthy snack included. $10
Gallucci Music (503 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, 570.347.1753)
• Breedlove and Friends Guitar Seminar with Richard Gilewitz: June 7, 5-7 p.m. Fingerstyle guitar seminar with a look at guitars, strings, how to improve your playing skills and more. Door prizes. Open to public for all ages and levels of skill. No need to bring guitars.
Core Chiropractic Center (180 United Penn Plaza, Kingston, 570.718.1672 or 570.417.9662)
• Healing Angels of the Energy Field Workshop: May 17, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $95. Call to register.
• IET Basic Level Class: May 18, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $160. Call to register.
Demi Design’s Art Boutique: (208 Depot St. Clark Summit, 570.587.4529, www.demidesign.net)
• Watercolor Classes: $25 for one class, $45 for two, $65 for three. Limited space. Must pre-register. Supplies included unless noted otherwise.
Drawing and Painting Lessons: An established realist painter will teach techniques of old masters to serious students, as well as those wishing to enhance skills. Private lessons available Fri.-Sun. Visit artist’s studio in Wilkes-Barre at no obligation. To schedule, call 570.820.0469, e-mail bekshev@yahoo.com or visit artist’s Web site at www.artistvs.com.
Dance Contours (201 Bear Creek Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 570.008.0152, www.dancecontours.com)
• Adult classes in ballet, tap, lyrical, CardioSalsa, ballroom dance.
• Children/teen classes in ballet, tap, CheerDance, HipTech Jazz, a funky form of dance developed by Jennifer Magnotta, blending basic Jazz Technique with the styles of street dance and hip hop.
Group and private instruction offered for all levels. All classes taught by Jennifer, a Qualified Member of Dance Educators of America.
Drawing & Painting Classes with award winning artist Georgiana Cray Bart, Wilkes-Barre
Includes pencil, charcoal, oil, acrylic, pastel, colored pencil and more
• Young Adult/Adult Classes: weekly, afternoons and evenings
• Portfolio Classes for the college bound
• After School/Saturday Classes: 10-12-year-olds
• Weekly summer camps coming this summer for 10-12-year-olds
Contact Georgiana at 570.947.8387, at gcraybart@Aol.Com or visit schedules at www.gcraybart-artworks.com
Guitar & Bass Lessons available from Fox Studios (11 Rhine Creek Rd., Drums) Mon.-Thurs. 1-10 p.m. $16 per hour. All ages, all styles of music, beginner through advanced. Bring in a CD and we’ll teach you the songs. We teach: Music Theory, Ear Training, Reading, Song Writing, & Arranging. Develop Improvisational Skills. Create Demos. Hands-on Workstation. Guitar & Amp Rental Packages. Gift Certificates. Now Offering Beginner Drum Lessons. Call 570.788.4797 for info.
Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 570.287.7977 or 718.0673)
• Adult Dance Classes: Tap, 8 p.m. Tues., $7; Ballet, 6 p.m. Wed., $12; Jazz, 7 p.m. Wed., $12; Experience Tap, 8 p.m., Wed, $12; Hip Hop, 7 p.m., Thurs., $12. Call to register.
• Adult Fitness Class: Mon., 7 p.m. Combines cardio and toning, all fitness levels welcome. $5. Call to register.
• Dancing with Mommy: six week course for moms and their little ones from 18 mths.-3 yrs. Call to register.
• Kindermusik: bond with your child through exposure to music, movement, early communication through sign language. Call to register.
Kiss Theater Co.’s “Dimensions In Dance” lessons Adult classes: Mon., 6-8 p.m., includes jazzercise and ballet boot camp. Thurs., 6-8 p.m., includes jazzercise and tap. Kid classes: Wed., 5:30-8:30 p.m., includes tap, ballet/hip hop, and hip hop/jazz. Thurs., 8-9 p.m., includes Fosse jazz. $10. Call Lee to register 991.1817.
Kwonkodo Lessons - a self defense system that combines different Korean Martial Arts. Lessons are at the Hapkido Taekwondo Institute (150 Welles St., Forty Fort) Cost is $40/month. For more info, call 570.287.4290 or visit www.htkdi.com.
Metalsmith Liz Revit’s jewelry workshops for children and adults at her studio in the Stegmaier Mansion (156 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre). For more info and to register, call 570.817.0176. Workshops $28 plus supplies and for ages 16-up.
• Beaded Earrings: May 20, 6-8 p.m. All skill levels welcome.
Michaels: (Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Twp., 570.817.0176)
• Weekly Adult art classes, all mediums: Mon., 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30-11:30 a.m., $15+ supplies.
• Basic Jewelry Classes every Fri. 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. $15.
Beginners to advanced students are welcome, students receive 10% discount on regular-priced class supplies for class. Students must sign up at least 24 hours in advance at customer service desk to secure spot.
Northeast Photography Club meets the first Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. at the 2nd floor boardroom at Lackawanna College (501 Vine St., Scranton). Meetings cover a wide range of photography topics, monthly photo shoots, and critiques. Visit their Web site for more information, www.northeastphotographyclub.org.
Academy of Northern Martial Arts (79 N. Main St., Pittston) Traditional Kung Fu & San Shou. For Health and Defense. Adult & Children’s Classes held Mon.-Thurs., Sat. First class is Free. Walk-Ins welcome or call 371.9919 or 817.2161 for more information.
Olympic Style Fencing classes will be given at The Fencing Exchange located above AFA Gallery, 514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, Monday-Thursday. Foil, saber, and epee taught. For more info, call 570.969.1224.
Paper Kite Press (443 Main St., Kingston, 570.328.8658, www.wordpainting.com, wordpainting@comcast.net)
Open Sun., 12-5 p.m. for gallery hours. Bookshop, featuring poetry is open during studio hours.
• Monday Night Mail Art, ages teen-adult, Monday nights, 6-8 p.m., $20 per session (sliding fee scale, call for details)
• The Altered Page, ages teen-adult, Monday nights, 6-8 p.m., $20 per session (sliding fee scale, call for details.
Pro Wrestling Training Center (570.740.1480. www.wwcprowrestling.com) Come check out the new center at 210 Division St., Kingston. Training sessions Tues.-Thurs., 6-8 p.m., Sat., 2-4 p.m. WWC All Star Pro Wrestling is the place to be. Be trained by Tommy Thunder and the Executioner and be part of the fun today - we will see you in the ring!
Rejuven-Essence (20 Laurel St., Pittston: 570.602.6600)
• Yoga and Meditation Classes: Information and instruction. Learn proper techniques. Classes available and ongoing.
• Health and Fitness Coaching: Assists people in making health changes in their lives. Call for details or to make an appointment with a holistic nurse practitioner.
Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Network, Scranton. Day and evening classes available for men, women and children. Ongoing classes six days a week. Classes cover the sport, combat, and self-defense aspects of famed Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. For more information check out www.gracie-nepa.com or call 570.347.1107.
Something Special: (23 West Walnut Street Kingston, 570.540.6376, angietheartist@aol.com, www.angelademuroart.com)
• MANGA Art Class: (Japanese Cartooning) Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. Learn the art of Japanese cartooning with Angela DeMuro in comfortable, individualized environment. 4-week session, all supplies included: $60 per child. Call or e-mail to register.
St. Joseph’s School classes (1627 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.963.0500):
• Traditional Weapons Class: Thurs., 7-9 p.m. Learn self-defense techniques using a cane, club, short stick, short/long staff, wooden sword, escrima sticks and more. Each week learn history principles and practical use. No prior martial arts experience necessary. $10 per class.
• Women’s Self-Defense Class: Sat., 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Learn practical self-defense techniques to protect yourself from a variety of attacks. No prior martial arts experience necessary. Wear loose fitting clothes. $10 per class.
MIND AND BODY
Arts YOUniverse (156 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.417.5020)
• Pilates And More: 8 week sessions, Mon. & Thurs., 5:30 p.m., Tues. & Thurs., 12 p.m. Learn Pilates and strengthen abdominals, reduce tension, and improve posture. Beginner to advanced, first session free. Call 814.3051 for info
Studio J, 2nd floor
• Meditation in the tradition of Gurdjieff and Ospensky: Sun., 12-1 p.m., $5
• Children’s Meditation: Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Ages 9-14, $5
• Tarot Card Readings, by appointment. $20 first half hour, $10 additional half hours.
Bellas Yoga Studio (650 Boulevard Ave., Dickson City, 5700.307.5000, www.bellasyoga.com, info@bellasyoga.com)
• Meditation classes every Fri. 7-8 p.m. $5 donation. Call for more info.
Classes at La Nota Dance Studio:
Yoga with Wes Tudor:
• Tuesdays: 3-4:30 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m.
• Saturdays: 10:30-12 p.m.
These classes are in a hatha yoga style, and will be adjusted to suit students of all experience levels. They will involve postures, breath work, relaxation, and meditation training. Wes Tudor is a Himalayan Institute trained instructor. La Nota is a dance and fitness studio located at 115 N. Main Street, Scranton. Classes are $10, please call to register. Class sizes are limited. Any questions call the studio at 570.941.9108, or Wes, at 570.251.3494
Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock (60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock: 570.996.1500)
• Yoga for You: Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. $10 per lesson. Learn to reinforce the basic yoga poses, which gently stretch and strengthen the body. Special attention will be given to proper breathing and alignment in the postures. Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Call for details.
Exhale Yoga Studio (900 Rutter Ave., 2nd floor, Forty Fort, behind Beer Deli in the “big brick building,” 570.301.3225)
Free style Vinyasa: Tues., 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m., Thurs., 2-3:15 p.m., Fri., 6-7:15 p.m. All levels, breathing, aromatherapy and guided meditations. $10 per class.
Fitness and Nutrition Boot Camp (NutriFitness Studio, 311 Market Street, Kingston, 570.288.2409, or visit www.thenutrifitness.com)
• 4 Week Fitness Bootcamps: call to register.
• FREE Boot camp every Saturday. Call for schedule and to register.
Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 570.287.7977, 718.0673)
• Adult Fitness Class: Mon., 7 p.m. Get fit and have fun combining toning and cardio with former Miami Dolphin Cheerleader Heidi Melchiona. All fitness levels welcome. $5. Call to register.
Holistic Mountain Yoga: (RT 92, Falls, 570.574.3569, holisticmountain.theshoppe.com) Hatha Yoga, Mondays & Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. & Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Ongoing classes cover Meditation, Breathing, and Postures with Aromatherapy for relaxation. $10/class
Inner Harmony Yoga (Mercy Hospital, 2nd Fl., Sm. Meeting Room, Scranton) Mondays at 5:30 p.m. First class is free. Cost $12/session. Call 570.346.4621 for details.
Kwon Kodo Lessons: Learn the self-defense system that combines different Korean Martial Arts such as Hapkido, Taekwondo & Kuk Sool. Lessons held at the Hapkido Taekwondo Institute (150 Welles St., Forty Fort). Cost is $40 per month. For more info, call 570.287.4290 or visit www.htkdi.com.
Meditation classes every Fri, 7-8 p.m. at Spectrum Health and Racquet Club (Terrace Dr., Blakely). $5 donation. Walk ins welcome, bring a mat. Call 876.1430 for info.
Padmahasta Yoga Classes: ( padmahastawellness@gmail.com or 570.332.7612) with Certified Yoga instructor, Michelle Pietrzak-Wegner (112 N. Memorial Hwy., 2nd floor, Shavertown)
• Gentle Yoga: Tues., 6-7 p.m.
• Basic Vinyasa: Tues., 7:15-8:15 p.m., Wed., 10-11 a.m.
• Intermediate Vinyasa: Thurs., 7-8 p.m.
• End-of-the-Week Yoga: Fri., 9-10 a.m.
• Weekend Warrior: Sat., 8:45-9:45 a.m.
All classes drop-in basis, no pre-registration required. $10 per session per person. Class passes available.
Pilates Mat & Reformer Sessions with Lori Singer at ArtsYOUniverse (156 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre). Enjoy the benefits of Pilates to strengthen the abdominals, reduce tension, improve posture, and so much more. Beginner to advance. First session is free. Call 570.814.3051 or e-mail LoriSinger@adelphia.net for details.
Pocono Yoga & Meditation Classes (570.472.3272, www.PoconoYoga.com) Classes with Suzi, certified yoga instructor
• Beginners Yoga: Mon., 6:30 p.m., Athletic Club (Rt. 315, Plains). $6 per class, first class free.
• Gentle Yoga: Thurs., 6:30 p.m., East Mountain Apartments. Free to residents.
• Private Yoga Instruction: Only by appointment. $35 per hour. Call to schedule.
• Private Meditation Instruction: Only by appointment. $35 per hour. Call to schedule.
Reiki Classes (570.387.6157, reikictr@localnet.com) Sessions with Sue Yarnes:
• Beginner Level I Class, $45-$65 for training over one weekend afternoon or two weeknights. All levels of Usui & Karuna Reiki training from Level I (Beginner) to Level IIIB (Master/Teacher Training) regularly held. Free children’s attunements, scholarships for adults available. Private Reiki & holistic counseling sessions $40 in Bloomsburg and Scranton area.
The Self Discovery and Wellness Arts Center (Montrose, 570.278.9256 or e-mail wellness@epix.net.)
• Full Moon Labyrinth Walk: May 17, 6:30 p.m. Scheduled to coincide with the Montrose Wine and Chocolate Festival. Donation $10.
Tarot Readings by Whitney Mulqueen privately in Clarks Summit. Private readings, groups and corporate events welcome. Enjoy a fun and informative reading. Call 570.587.5258 www.goddesscrations.net.
OUTSIDE
2nd Annual Black Bear Triathlon Half Iron and Spring Distance Race June 1 at Beltzville State Park, Lehighton. Volunteers needed. For more info call 856.468.0925 or visit www.cgiracing.com.
“Inspired by the Susquehanna:” May 18, 25, 9 a.m. This is a guided one hour kayak trip to beautiful Scoval Island on the river and attendees will spend three hours on island. Meet at river access point at Midway Shopping Center, Wyoming. Van shuttle to Harding launch area, return to Wyoming approx. 5 p.m. Guidance by Susquehanna River Adventures, including all equipment, instruction, safety briefing and escort guides. $35 per person. To register call 570.328.4001.
Northeastern PA Chapter of the Sierra Club (570.819.2147)
• “Beautiful Predators: Dragonflies and Damselflies:” May 15, 7 p.m., Penn State Worthington (Rm. 10, Dawson Bldg.) For info, call 388.2338.
• Walk around Lake Scranton: May 18, 10:30 a.m. at Lake Scranton in Water Co. parking lot, Rte. 307. Easy walking on 3.5 mile paved road. Call Jen, 570.819.2147.
SOCIAL GROUPS
Alcohol Anonymous: Mon./Fri 7 p.m. (373 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre), Tue. 7 p.m. (25 Church St., Wilkes-Barre), Wed. 10:15 a.m. (301 Shoemaker St., Swoyersville), 7 p.m. (1000 E. Mountain Blvd., Wilkes-Barre), 8 p.m. (562 Wyoming Ave., Kingston), Thurs. 10 a.m. (75 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke), 7:30 p.m. (301 Lake St., Dallas), Fri. 7:30 p.m. (Triangle 24 Hour Club, Dallas), Sat. 7:30 p.m. (1003 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort), Sun. 7 p.m. (128 W. Washington St., Nanticoke). Call 570.288.9892 for more info.
Narcotic Anonymous Meetings every Tuesday at 7 p.m., downstairs in the Methodist Education Building, located off Courthouse Square, on the corner of Marion and Warren Street in Tunkhannock. There are no fees or dues. Newcomers always welcome.
Overeaters Anon. meetings Mon., Tues., Thurs., 7 p.m.; Wed., 7:30 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. No fee, newcomers welcome. Call 570.829.1341 for details/meeting locations of visit www.oa.org.
Speed Networking May 14, 6-8:30 p.m. at the CYC (36 S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre). $20, includes wine and non-alcoholic beverages, appetizers, entertainment. Sponsored and hosted by Arts YOUniverse. For info call Karla, 570.592.8378.
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