ALL ABOARD
Steamtown National Historic Site Visit www.nps.gov/stea for train schedule or call 570.340.5200
• The “Scranton Limited:” Wed.-Sun. 30 minute rides depart from Roundhouse boarding area Wed., 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 2:15 p.m. A historic steam locomotive operates Thurs.-Sun. 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 2:15 p.m. $3 per person, all ages 6+.
BENEFITS / CHARITY EVENTS
5th Annual Ski for the Cure Breast Cancer Awareness Day Feb. 25, Jack Frost Ski Area (1 Jack Frost Mountain Road, Blakeslee). Registration 8 a.m. Pledge Ski-A-Thon sheets at jfbb.com. Pink Olympic Race Gates, 8:30-10:30 a.m., medals 2 p.m. Dedicated Runs 11 a.m. $2/every lift pass, proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure NEPA. Drawings, games, giveaways. Info: 570.443.8425 x 2503.
8th Annual Teddy Bear Ball Feb. 11, 7:30-11:30 p.m., Nesbitt Medical Arts Building, Kingston. $5, $2.50 w/new stuffed animal. Food, drink, raffle, music by Jimmy T. Teddy bears go to Edwardsville Fire and Rescue, Kirby House, McKinney Clinic, VRC, Kingston Fire and Rescue, Woman and Children’s Center at Wilkes-Barre General. Info: 570.899.3306.
12th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration Feb. 17, 6-10 p.m., Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel. $65. By United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Doug Smith’s Dixieland All Stars, silent auction, gaming tables, fortune tellers, grand prize vacation at Cove Haven Resorts. Benefits Angel’s Attic. Info: 570.346.0759, uncnepa.org.
American Cancer Society
• Relay For Life: June 16-17, King’s College Betzler Fields, Wilkes-Barre Twp. Info: relayforlife.org/pawyomingvalley.
American Lung Association
• Fight for Air Climb: March 24, Mohegan Sun Arena, Wilkes-Barre. Climb one floor of steps, both up and down. Every participant earns climb T-shirt, higher level prizes. Volunteers needed. For info, registration, sponsorships, visit lunginfo.org/arenaclimb, call 570.823.2212.
• Fight For Air Walk: June 9, King’s College, Betzler Field, Wilkes-Barre. Dry walk route or Wet and Wild Water Sprinkler Route. Ice cream social to follow. Sign up online at lunginfo.org/wbwalk.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
• 30th Annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake: March 31. 6 different bowling locations. More money raised, more prizes won. Register at bbbsnepa.org. All teams must pre-register. Info: 800.955.4376.
Bloomsburg Hospital 5th Annual Wine Tasting Benefit March 24, 5-9 p.m., Caldwell Consistory, Bloomsburg. $75. Tapas-style dining, dessert, wine, entertainment. Silent auction with pianist Kevin Haile performing. Info/tickets: 570.387.2099, lmakara@bloomhealth.net.
Bowl For Ron 2 Jan. 28, 3-5 p.m., Chacko’s Family Bowling Center (195 N. Wilkes-Barre Blvd., Wilkes-Barre). $20/bowler, $100/team of 6, includes 2 hours unlimited bowling, shoe rental, large pizza, pitcher of soda per lane. In honor of Ron Milgate (Flynn). Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. For tickets, e-mail teamlife72@yahoo.com, visit Wilkes-Barre Wegmans Service desk. No tickets sold day of.
Camera For A Cure (570.604.4355, cameraforacure.com)
• Timmy Walsh will be hosted for Feb.’s First Friday Scranton (Feb. 3) by Duffy Accessories (218 Linden St., Scranton). All funds raised by sales will benefit the Lung Cancer Alliance.
Celebrity Bartender Happy Hour Jan. 26, 5-8 p.m., El Rincon (69 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre). $5. Presented by Allied Services Heinz Rehab and Spanish American Leaders Serving All. Free 2012 Allied Pediatric Calendar. Jim Brogna, Dr. Henry Smith, Brian Benedetti, Donna Diltz, Atty. Enid Harris, Emily Ariel, Linda Kohut, Lisa Rozitski, Angel Jirau. Benefits pediatric programs of Allied Rehab, Heinz Rehab. Info: 570.262.3340, 830.8935, 348-1498, AlliedServices.com.
Helping Hands Society’s Diamond Drop Feb. 11, 6-11 p.m., Edgewood in the Pines (22 Edgewood Lane, Drums). $35, call 570.455.4958 by Feb. 3. Wine, beer, choice of chicken francaise, roast beef au jus. Lady A & Destiny. Chance to win $2,500 diamond necklace from Howard’s Jewelers, other prizes.
Judi H Rock On 2 Feb. 4, 7-11 p.m., doors 6 p.m., Scranton Cultural Center (420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton). All proceeds benefit Northeast Regional Cancer Institute in memory of Judi H. Perry Hartridge. Paul LaBelle and the Exact Change, Jack Bordo with Old Friends. Refreshments, cash bar. $40, raffle for pink Fender Stratocaster Mexican guitar, more. Info, tickets: judihrockon.com, 1.800.424.6724.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Awareness Night Feb. 11, 7:05 p.m. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins game with Portland Pirates will be dedicated to Eastern Pennsylvania chapter. Chris Kobela will be honored. Portion of tickets will benefit Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter. For info, tickets, contact 570.208.5415, Ekain@wbspenguins.com.
Paupack Plunge Feb. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Lighthouse Harbor Marina (969 Rte. 507, Greentown). Must register, provide min. donation $25. Participants walk into water from shore, 10 people/hour. Prizes. Music by Kevin Campion, refreshments. Under 18, guardian signs waiver, is present for plunge. Snow date, Feb. 19. Info: paupackplunge.com, 570.857.0220, paupackplunge@lighthouseharbor.com. Benefits Tafton Water Rescue Team and Ledgedale Dive Team.
Pink Elegance on Parade Fashion Show Feb. 19, 1 p.m., Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton. Breast cancer survivors, families, government officials, local celebrities. Encouraged to wear pink. Basket raffles, lunch, chance to win trip to Mt. Airy Casino & Hotel. Cash bar. Payment in advance, no tickets at door. Reserve by Feb. $40/adults, $15/kids, call 570.947.5852. Benefits NEPA Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
P+J Comedy Presents Joe Matarese / Benefit for Boarding for Breast Cancer Feb. 25, 20th Ward (2028 Pittston Ave., Scranton). $10, featuring Jeremy Pryal, Paul Spratt, Chuck Buono, Tommy Comer, Joe Matarese. For more info go to PSpratt.com.
Spaghetti Dinner Benefit for Breathe Deep NEPA-LUNGevity Foundation Jan. 29, 1-5 p.m., V.F.W. Anthracite Post (283 Wyoming Ave., Kingston). $10 include beverages, dinner, dessert. For tickets, call 570.690.6111.
“We Are Not Saints” Standup Comedy Tour to Benefit Clem-Mar House Feb. 18, 8 p.m., Nesbitt Medical Arts Building (518 Wyoming Ave., Kingston). $20, tickets at Clem Mar House locations (540 Main St., Edwardsville; 2860 SR 309, Dallas), clemmarhouse.org/comedy. Felon O’Reilly, Ian Harvie, Amy Dresner.
WFTE FM 90.3/105.7 Get On the Air Benefit Concerts
• Fud (John Zavacki): Jan. 28, 8 p.m.-midnight, Chestnut Street Tavern, Dunmore. No Cover.
EVENTS
3rd Annual Heart to Heart Luncheon Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Danville Elks Club. Keynote Dr. Bradley David Fenster. Red Fashion Show, door prizes. Red dress attire encouraged. $20/adults, $10/kids, advance only, on sale until Feb. 3. Proceeds benefit Action Health Task Force. For info/tickets, call 570.275.9150.
4th Annual Richie Molinaro’s Rock ’n’ Roll Show, Jan. 28, 2-4 p.m., Laurel Mall (106 Laurel Mall Road, Hazleton). Features There and Back Again, The Fuzzy Park Band, Richie Molinaro and Mr. Lou. Free, seating limited, available on a first-come basis.
AAA Travel & Savings Expo Jan. 29, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Woodlands Inn (1073 Hwy 315, Wilkes-Barre). First 50 get $10 Target gift card. Free admission, parking. Prizes. 30 + travel providers, AAA Travel Experts. $5 passport photos. Info: AAA.com/Expo, 888.AAA.TRIP.
Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble (Alvina Krause Theatre, 226 Center St., Bloomsburg, 570.784.8181, 800.282.0283, bte.org)
• Dance Your Heart Out for BTE: Feb. 11, Frosty Valley Country Club, Danville. $50, credit card purchases add $5/ticket. Tickets through box office, committee members. Hors d’oeuvres, open wine and beer bar, dessert, signature champagne drink (and non-alcoholic beverages). 21+. The Gerard Mayer band.
• The Taming of the Brew: April 14, 7-11 p.m., Caldwell Consistory, Bloomsburg. $75, exclusively for sale online, Feb. 1, 6 p.m. 4/customer. Fundraiser featuring microbrews, food, entertainment, beer- tasting talk, silent auction, 50/50 raffle. Info: tamingofthebrew.org.
Choral Arts of Luzerne County ( www.choralartslc.org)
• Spring Auditions/Rehearsals: Tues., 7-9:30 p.m., Church of Christ Uniting (190 South Sprague Ave., Kingston). Openings for sopranos, altos, tenors, basses. New members encouraged at open rehearsal, Jan. 31 or Feb. 7, may sing, audition following week. Music features “Missa Brevis” by Zoltan Kodaly, “Rejoice in the Lamb” by Benjamin Britten. Concerts: Wilkes-Barre, April 28; Hazleton, April 29.
Clifford Community Youth Group
• Ziti With Your Sweetie Dinner Theater: Feb. 25, 3 p.m., Clifford Fire Hall (Rte. 106, Clifford). $8. Salad, ziti w/ meatballs, beverage, dessert. “Murder, Mayhem & Marshmallow Salad.” For tickets, call 570.222.3331, 222.4344, some at door.
Community Medical Center
• Asthma Ski Day: Jan. 29, noon-5 p.m., Sno Mountain Ski Resort, Scranton. To register, call 570.969.8986.
Covington Fire Company’s 7th Annual Super Bowl Wing Fest Feb. 5, noon-5 p.m. Pizza from Kay’s Pizza. Wings, $6/order, mild, hot, extra hot, honey mustard. Pre-orders preferred, call 570.909.8149, 840.0600.
Dietrich Theater (60 E. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, 570.996.1500, www.dietrichtheater.com) calendar of events:
■ Kids Classes:
• Quilting for Kids: Wed., through March 28, 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 6+. $6/class.
• After School Theater Arts: Wed.-Thurs., through Feb. 25, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Middle, high school. Free. Theme is “Life on Mars,” performance Feb. 25, 11 a.m.
• Young at Art: Pottery for Preschoolers: Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 10-10:45 a.m. Ages 4-5. $35.
• All About Pottery & Sculpture: Ages 5-8, Jan. 27, Feb. 3, 4-5:30 p.m.; Ages 9-12, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 4-5:30 p.m. $35/series of 4 classes.
• Pottery & Sculpture Together: Jan. 27, Feb. 3, 10-10:45 a.m. Ages 3-4. $35.
• Young at Art: Trash to Treasures for Preschoolers: Feb. 9, 16, 23, March 1, 10-10:45 a.m. Ages 4-5. $35.
• Trash to Treasures: Ages 5-8, Feb. 10, 17, 24, March 2, 4-5:30 p.m.; Ages 9-12, Feb. 9, 16, 23, March 1, 4-5:30 p.m. $35/series of 4 classes. All materials provided.
• Trash to Treasures Together: Feb. 10, 17, 24, March 2, 10-10:45 a.m. Ages 3-4. $35.
• Little People & Nature: Series 1-March 6, 13, 20, 27, 10-11 a.m.; Series 2-March 7, 14, 21, 28, 10-11 a.m. Ages 2 1/2-5. Free.
• Here’s Looking at You!: March 7, 14, 21, 28, 4-5 p.m. Ages 5-12. Free.
• Young at Art: Puppetry for Preschoolers: March 8, 15, 22, 29, 10-10:45 a.m. Ages 4-5. $35.
• All About Puppetry: Ages 5-8, March 9, 16, 23, 30, 4-5:30 p.m.; Ages 9-12, March 8, 15, 22, 29, 4-5:30 p.m. $35/4 classes.
• Puppetry Together: March 9, 16, 23, 30, 10-10:45 a.m. Ages 3-4. $35.
■ Intergenerational Classes:
• Quilting for Everyone: Wed., through-March 28, 6-7:30 p.m. All ages. $6/class. No experience required, all materials provided.
• Open Studio: Jan. 30-31; Feb. 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28; March 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, 7-8:30 p.m. Ages 13+. $50/series of 4 classes or $15/class.
■ Adult Classes:
• Decorative Painting: Jan. 25, Feb. 15, 22, 29, March 14, 21, 28, noon-3 p.m. Ages 16+. $20/class + cost of painting surface. Preregistration required, call.
• Pottery & Sculpture for Beginners: Jan. 26, Feb. 2; Feb. 9, 16, 23, March 1; March 8, 15, 22, 29, 7-8:30 p.m. Ages 13+. $60/4-class series. All materials supplied.
• Introduction to Stained Glass: Feb. 6, 6-9 p.m. Ages 16+. $60. All glass supplies, equipment provided.
• Jewelry Making: Easy Earrings & Bracelets: Feb. 20, 6-9 p.m. Ages 16+. $60. All materials supplied.
• Jewelry Making: Expressions in Fused Glass: March 5, 6-9 p.m., March 19, 7-9 p.m. Ages 16+. $60. All materials supplied.
• Knitting for Beginners: March 6, 13, 27, 7-9 p.m. Ages 16+. $35. All materials supplied.
Special Events:
• Hiking Through the Natural Beauty of Pennsylvania: Feb. 18, 11 a.m. Free.
• Folk Music Benefit: Feb. 26, 3 p.m. Admission by donation. In response to the flood of 2011.
Doug Smith Music ( dougsmithbass@comcast.net, 570.343.7271)
• Jan. 27, 7-11 p.m., Carl Von Luger Steak & Seafood (Corner N. Washington & Linden, Scranton). With Jim Buckley Jazz Quartet.
• Jan. 29, 6-9 p.m., drawing social, AfA Gallery (514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton). $5; $2 students. Improvisational Ensemble: With Jack Wright, Ron Stabinsky, Bob Ventrello, Tony Marino.
• Feb. 5, 7-7:45 p.m., anniversary drawing social celebration, AfA Gallery (514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton). $5; $2 students. Doug’s Myth: With Bob Ventrello, Julian Sparacino, Nick Driscoll, Ron Stabinsky.
• Feb. 21, 8 p.m.-midnight, Mardi Gras celebration, Poor Richard’s Pub (125 Beech St., Scranton). Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars.
• April 15, 2-3:30 p.m., Mellow Theater (Vine & Washington, Scranton). Scranton Civic Ballet performance.
• April 20, 8-9:30 p.m., Scranton Cultural Center Shopland Hall (Washington Ave., Scranton). Robert Dale Chorale. The Great American Songbook.
Eastern Pocono Animal Alliance Spay/Neuter Clinic in need of volunteers, one day/week to check in clients, more; arrive by 8:15 a.m., commit to every week. Positions to help w/ vaccination clinics, substitute desk work. Stop in to office in back of Rainbow Plaza, Route 209, Brodheadsville, visitepaaonline.com, call 570.994.5846.
Ekklesia Christian Club/Coffeehouse (Every Fri. night, year round, River of Life Fellowship Church Gym, 22 Outlet Rd., Lehman. Serving dinner 6 p.m., live Christian music 7-8:30 p.m., open mic 9 p.m. Free to public. unitybymusic.org, steve@unitybymusic.org)
• Jan. 27, 7-8:45 p.m., local band Kingdom Come. Info: 717.503.7363, curt.strunk@asmnet.com.
A Festival of Choral Works by Zoltan Kodaly Jan. 29, 3 p.m., Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church (Davis & St. Joseph Sts., Easton). Singing Boys of Pennsylvania, Keystone Girls Choir, Alumni Chorus, Soloists, Chamber Orchestra. Advance: $15/adults, $12/seniors, $10/youth. Door: $18/adults, $15/seniors, $10/youth. $8/groups of 10+. Info: 610.759.6002.
Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce events (20 W. Broad St.):
• Legislative Update Breakfast: Jan. 25, 7:45-9 a.m., Mea’s Restaurant, Hazleton. $15/members, $20/guests. Reservations required, call 570.455.1509, visit hazletonchamber.org.
• Tour of Canyon Country: April 19-27, featuring Arizona & Utah. Info on trip: hazletonchamber.org, contact Destiny Travel, 788.2771, destinytravel7@hotmail.com.
The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce events:
• Search Engine Optimization for Your Small Business: Feb. 9, 8:30 a.m., Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce (222 Mulberry St., Scranton). $35.
• Women’s Network Luncheon: Feb. 15, noon-1 p.m., Posh at The Scranton Club (404 N. Washington Ave., Scranton). $20/member, $30/non-member.
• Mardi Gras Business Card Exchange: Feb. 21, 5-7 p.m., Hilton Scranton & Conference Center (100 Adams Ave., Scranton). Free. Door prizes.
Harveys Lake American Legion Post 967 Meeting Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., 4907 Memorial Highway. Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner to be discussed. Food served after meeting.
Jefferson Twp. Volunteer Fire Co. (405 Cortez Road, Lake Ariel, 570.689.2929) events:
• Super Bowl Sunday Hot Wing & Pizza Sale: Feb. 5, 1-6 p.m. Wings $6/order, $12/tray regular pizza, $15/tray hot wing pizza. Pre-order by calling 689.2829 or online at 29FireRescue.com.
Jim Thorpe events:
• 18th Annual WinterFest Weekend: Feb. 18-19. Ice, wood carvers. Mug Walk, $10. For kids under 12, pinata-busting, downtown train station, noon both days. Sat., 12:30-3:30 p.m., Faculty Brass; 8:30 p.m., Savoy Brown, Mauch Chunk Opera House, for tickets, call 570.325.0249 or visit MauchChunkOperaHouse.com. Sun., 5 p.m., The Allentown Band, Opera House. For info, call 325.5810, visit JimThorpe.org.
Lackawanna College events (Mellow Theater, 501 Vine St., Scranton, 570.955.1455)
• Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: Feb. 23, 7 p.m. $25-$30, $15/students.
• Yesterday & Today: March 23, 8 p.m. $25-$30, $15/students.
• The Kingston Trio: April 20, 8 p.m. $25-$30, $15/students.
Misericordia University events ( www.misericordia.edu, 570.674.6400, box office 674.6719):
• 21st Annual Diversity Institute Dinner: Feb. 16, 5:30 p.m., Dudrick, Muth and Huntzinger Rooms 216-218, Sandy and Marlene Insalaco Hall. Keynote speaker Crystal Kuykendall, J.D., Ed. D. To register, call 674.1483. For info, visit misericordia.edu/diversity.
• “Gala Vocal Chamber Concert:” Feb. 16, 8:30 p.m., Lemmond Theater, Walsh Hall. $5/GA, $3/seniors, free/Misericordia students w/ ID. Featuring D’Anna Fortunato. For tickets, call/visit box office, Mercy Hall Room 226.
• Relay for Life Event: Begins April 13, 7 p.m., ends April 14, 7 a.m., Anderson Sports and Health Center, north gate. Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. Participate individually, by teams, $10/team member, register at relayforlife.org/pamisericordia. Luminarias for purchase, $10, ceremony April 13, 9:30 p.m., contact wests2@misericordia.edu, graebere@misericordia.edu. Program sponsorships: 570.562.9749, jeffrey.bauman@cancer.org.
Black History Month:
• Black History Month Film Series: Feb. 17, 8:30 p.m., Alden Trust Room 219, Sandy and Marlene Insalaco Hall, “Night Catches Us.” Feb. 20, 8:30 p.m., Alden Trust Room 219, Insalaco Hall, “Soundtrack for a Revolution.” Feb. 28, 8:30 p.m., Catherine Evans McGowan Room, Mary Kintz Bevevino Library, “For Colored Girls.”
• Dream Week 2012: Project H.O.P.E. Workshops: Feb. 21, 8:30 p.m., Muth Room 217, Insalaco Hall. Individuals with HIV virus to share experiences. Feb. 22, 8:30 p.m., Muth Room 217, Insalaco Hall. Patrick Hamilton, Ph.D., ethnic American literature. Feb. 23, daylong activities led by Chick Woodard, Ph.D.
• “Day of H.O.P.E.” Dinner and Presentation: Feb. 23, 5:30 p.m., McGowan Room. Dr. Woodard on responsibility of community in advancing H.O.P.E. Reservations required, call 674.1483, e-mail bnowalis@misericordia.edu.
New England Contra Dance Feb. 4, 7 p.m., Church of Christ Uniting (776 Market St., Kingston). No partner or previous experience necessary. Fiddler Ryck Kaiser, pianist Jill Smith, calling by Hilton Baxter. $9/adults, $24/families. Dish-to-pass pot-luck dinner, 6 p.m. Info: 570.333.4007, folkloresociety.org/dancing.
New Visions Studio & Gallery (201 Vine Street, Scranton, 570.878.3970, newvisionsstudio@gmail.com, newvisionsstudio.com)
• Scentsy Party/Open House: Jan. 28, 1-3 p.m. Door prizes. Free, come and go as you wish. Refreshments. Unable to make it, go jenniereed.scentsy.us/Home, click on “buy from party” next to New Visions Studio.
Northeastern Pennsylvania Veterans Multicare Alliance Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Seminar Feb. 4, 10-11:30 a.m., VFW Post 283 (757 Wyoming Ave., Kingston). Free, open to public. Info: 570.592.8378, nepavma@gmail.com.
Northern Tier Symphony Orchestra (570.289.1090, northerntiersymphony@yahoo.com, northerntiersymphony.org)
• Auditions: Jan. 25, 5-9 p.m., Jan. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tunkhannock. Principal clarinet, clarinet III, bass clarinet, bassoon II, contrabassoon, violin I & II, viola, bass, percussion, substitutes.
• Auditions for Assistant French Horn: Jan. 25, 5-9 p.m., Tunkhannock Middle School; Jan. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tunkhannock Baptist Church. Call to schedule an audition.
• Concerts: March 24, 8 p.m., Tunkhannock Middle School, April 1, 3 p.m., Towanda High School. Advance: $8/adult, $4/student; door, $9/adult, $5/student.
The Osterhout Free Library events (71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, www.osterhout.info, 570.821.1959)
• Open Computer Lab: Mon./Wed., 5-8 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m.
• ESL Adult English as a Second Language: Tues., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Non-native speakers at beginning level. Call to register.
• Happy 123rd Birthday Osterhout Free Library: Jan. 30, 2 p.m. Cake, trivia, prizes.
• Just For the Record: Jan. 30, 6-7:30 p.m. Bring vinyl records to share and discuss.
Penn State Wilkes-Barre events:
• Administration of Justice Department Open House: Jan. 31, 6-8 p.m., Abram Nesbitt III, Academic Commons. Light dinner, tour. Targeted at students looking to transfer to the program. Registration required, visit wb.psu.edu/admissions, call 570.675.9238, e-mail wbadmissions@psu.edu.
Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 9 Orchestra Festival Feb. 8-10, Northwest Area High School. Concert Feb. 10.
Pocono Mountain Bible Conference (191 Clifton Beach Rd., Clifton Twp.)
• Youth Retreat: Feb. 10-12.Theme is “Got It?” Speakers Wayne Morgan, Jason Castelli, performances by Transformed, LU. $90. Ages 12-18 regardless of race, sex, religious affiliation. For info, call 570.842.9746, visit camppmbc.com.
Robert Dale Chorale (570.586.3921, robertdalechorale.org)
• 27th Annual NEPA Bach Festival: March 17-18
Safe Haven Dog Rescue ( www.SafeHavenPa.org, SafeHaven@epix.net)
• 2012 Safe Haven Calendar now available. Send check for $16/each calendar, plus S& H charge of $2/1, $3/2, $4/3, $5/4 or more to: Safe Haven Calendar, RR1, Box 289-A, Effort, PA 18330. Proceeds help SH rescue, care for dogs from overcrowded and high kill shelters.
• Adoption Day: Feb. 19, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Tractor Supply (Rte. 209, Brodheadsville). Pre-adoption application with references, home visit required prior to adoption.
• Volunteer Meeting: Feb. 21, 6:30 p.m., Cherry’s Restaurant (Rte. 209 near Route 534, Kresgeville). Volunteers, foster families always welcome. Volunteers needed for adoption days, dog transport to appointments, fundraising, clerical help, home visits, more. Foster homes needed. E-mail for info.
Shalom Scranton (ShalomScranton.org, ShalomScrantonPa@gmail.com)
• Technical School Information Session: Jan. 26, 6-8 p.m., United Methodist Church (840 Harrison Ave., Scranton). Free info, programs from various colleges, institutions, on applying to colleges, financial aid, more. All welcome.
Spay/Neuter Discounts Available for Pitbulls during Jan.-Feb. Females: $75. Males: $50. Call 570.994.5846 to schedule. Sponsored by Eastern Pennsylvania Animal Alliance Spay/Neuter Clinic. Dog/cat food to anyone who needs it. Stop by EPAA office, back of Rainbow Plaza, Rt. 209, Brodheadsville.
St. Michael’s Church (corner of Church/Winter Sts., Old Forge, 570.457.2875)
• Pierogie Sale: Feb. 7. $6/dozen. Place orders by Feb. 3, may be picked up Feb. 7, 2-5 p.m., church hall. Call Dorothy, 562.1434; Sandra, 457.9280; Al, 562.3965 or church hall.
St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church (540 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.343.7165)
• Pierogi Sale every Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Pro-Cathedral (35 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.346.4600)
• Food Pantry open Mon.-Fri., noon-4 p.m.
• Clothing Closet: free clothing for men, women, children. Open Tues., 4-6:30 p.m., Wed., noon-3:30 p.m.
St. Thomas More Society (St. Clare Church, 2301 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, 570.343.0634, stthomasmoresociety.org)
• Guardian of the Redeemer Fellowship: First, third Mon. of month for men interested in adult discussion of Catholic faith.
• YOUCAT Teen Group welcomes post-Confirmation youth from all parishes for discussion of Theology of the Body for Teens. Meets first, third Thurs. of month, 5:30 p.m.
• Jesus of Nazareth-Holy Week Adult Education Series: Wed., Feb. 1-April 4 (except Feb. 22), 6:15 p.m. All welcome for potluck supper, 6:15 p.m. Evening prayer, 5 p.m.; rosary, 5:15 p.m.; mass, 5:30 p.m. Arrive at any point.
Unity: A Center for Spiritual Living (140 South Grant St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.824.7722)
• A Course in Miracles / Holistic Fitness-Yoga Sessions: Tues., 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• Meditation Chakra Clearing Deeksha: 2nd, 4th Mon., 7-8:30 p.m. $8. Oneness meditation, chakra clearing/energization, transfer of Divine Energy. Welcome beginning, experienced meditators, all paths. Info: 587.0967, ernie@divinejoyministry.com.
The University of Scranton events:
Schemel Forum Courses, $60/person, $100/couple. To register, contact 570.941.7816, fetskok2@scranton.edu:
• “‘I’m a Big Liar:’ The Films of Federico Fellini:” Mon., Feb. 6-March 12. Film viewing, 5:30-7 p.m.; discussion, 7-8:30 p.m., Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall.
• “Madness, Mystery and Murderous Desire: Charles Dickens’ ‘Bleak House:’” March 20, 27; April 3, reading week/no class; April 10, 17; April 24, reading week/no class; May 1, 8. Weinberg Memorial Library, 6-7:15 p.m.
• “Occupy the Political Economy: The Financial Crisis and the American Future:” Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29; March 7, 21, 6-7:15 p.m., Weinberg Memorial Library.
Valley Lodge 499 Soup and Salad Dinner Feb. 18, 4-7 p.m., Four Season’s dining hall (Schooley Ave., Exeter). $7/adults, $3.50/under 12. Info: 570.881.4504.
Vintage Theater (119 Penn Ave., Scranton, 570.589.0271) events:
• Scranton Pecha Kucha Night: Jan. 28, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Info: twitter.com/PechaKuchaScran
Waggin’ Tails Pet Rescue (WagginTailsRescue.com, information@waggintailsrescue.com, 570.992.4185)
• Calendars/Liz Tech pins for sale. Calendar, $15. Liz Tech pins named “Chance” in honor of dog still looking for home, $44. Help offset costs of shelter heating, animal surgeries. To buy, contact 570.561.1412, wendylynnmiller@hotmail.com, or go to Liz Tech Gallery, East Stroudsburg for pin.
Waverly Community House (1115 N. Abington Rd., Waverly, 570.586.8191, www.waverlycomm.org) events:
• Ballroom Dancing Lessons: Wed., 7:15 p.m., Comm auditorium. Basic & advanced ballroom, swing. $15/person. For info, call Vince Brust at 489.3111.
• Valentine’s Day Workshop: Feb. 4, 10:30 a.m.
• Red Cross Blood Drive: March 3, noon-4:30 p.m.
• Breakfast with the Bunny: March 24, 10:30 a.m. $8.
West Pittston Chapter of The Salvation Army 100th Anniversary May 10-12. Banquet, open house, more. Info: 570.655.5947, Sheryl.hershey@use.salvationarmy.org.
Wilkes-Barre Barbershop Harmony Society events:
• Singing Valentines: Feb. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., will be delivered by quartets complete with songs, card, rose, candy. $50/surprise presentation. Call 570.709.3716 or 696.3385
Wyoming County Chamber Of Commerce
• Educational Luncheon: Feb. 8, 11:45 a.m., Twig’s Cafe, Rte. 6, Tunkhannock. Free/members, $10/non-members. Using social media, creating business Facebook pages, more. To reserve, call 570.836.7755 or e-mail Robin@wycc.com.
HISTORY
Electric City Trolley Museum and Coal Mine Tour (Cliff Street, Scranton 570.963.6590) Museum open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Excursions: Wed.-Sun. 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m. Rides: $10 adults, $9 seniors, $7.75 ages 3-12. Mine open daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tours hourly, $8 adults, $7.50 seniors, $5.50 ages 3-12.
The Houdini Museum (1433 N. Main Ave., Scranton)
Every weekend by reservation. Open 1 p.m., closes 4 p.m. Also available weekdays for school groups, bus, hotel groups.
Luzerne County Historical Society (49 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.6244, lchs@epix.net)
• Polish Stories and Crafts for Children: Jan. 28, 10-11:30 a.m. Ages 4-10.
• Polish Costume Embroidery: Jan. 28, 1-3 p.m., “Polish in Luzerne County” exhibit gallery. Discussion, demonstration by Alice Rae Kutish.
Lycoming County Historical Society Thomas T. Taber Museum (858 W. Fourth St., Williamsport, 570.326.3326, www.lycoming.org/lchsmuseum)
• Doll exhibit: through Jan. 27.
Steamtown National Historic Site (I-81 to Exit 53, Scranton: 570.340.5200 or 888.693.9391, www.nps.gov/stea)
• Ongoing: Interpretive programs, visitor center, theater, a history museum. Open daily, 9-5 p.m. $7 adults, $6 senior citizens, $2 children ages 6-12.
LEARNING
A.C. Moore (2190 Wilkes-Barre Twp. Marketplace, 570.820.0570)
• Mom and Me art classes: every Fri., noon-1 p.m. $15, includes supplies. Sign up 24 hours in advance, call to register.
Academy of Northern Martial Arts (79 N. Main St., Pittston) Traditional Kung Fu & San Shou. For Health and Defense. Adult & Children’s Classes, Mon.-Thurs., Sat. First class free. Walk-ins welcome, call 371.9919, 817.2161 for info.
Adult Kung Fu (Kung Fu & Tai Chi Center, Wilkes-Barre: 570.829.2707)
Ongoing classes. Tues./Thurs., 6:30 p.m. Study of Chinese Martial Art open hand, weapons sets. Mon., Wed., 6:30 p.m. Covers Chinese style theories, concepts, applications. “Sport” fighting concepts explained, practiced.
ArtWorks Gallery & Studio (502 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 570.207.1815):
• Children’s Art Start: Sat., through Feb. 18, 12:30-1:30 p.m. $80, supplies included. Sign up with friend, save $5. Pre-registration encouraged.
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, Thurs., 7-9 p.m. $10.
Art Classes at the Georgiana Cray Bart Studio (123 Brader Dr., Wilkes-Barre, 570.947.8387, gcraybart-artworks.com)
• Adult (Ages 13+): Mon., noon-4 p.m. (3 hrs painting, 1 hr group critique), $30/class payable monthly. Wed., 6-9 p.m. (student chooses length of time), $15/1 hr, $18/1 1/2 hrs, $20/2 hrs, $25/2 1/2 hrs, $30/3 hrs, per class payable monthly.
• Children: Ages 9-12, Mon., 4:30-5:30 p.m., $15/class payable monthly. Ages 13+, Wed., 6-9 p.m., joins adult class, individuals select amount of time to participate. Portfolio prep instruction available for college bound students. Private lessons available.
Back Mountain Martial Arts Center & Mountaintop Karate Center
For info, call either location, Back Mountain (4 Carr Ave., 570.675.9535) or Mountaintop (312 S. Mountain Blvd., 466.6474): Visit Website at www.fudoshinkai1.com.
• Instruction in Traditional Karate, Jujutsu, 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, Sivananda Yoga (Mountaintop): Mon., Wed., Fri., 4:30-9 p.m.
Ballroom Dancing Class Thurs., 6-7 p.m., Mid-Valley Senior Center, Jessup. $3/class. Taught by certified members of Dance Educators of America Joanne and Ed Samborski. Foxtrot, waltz, swing, rumba, tango, samba, hustle, more. Call 570.489.4415.
Beauty Lies Within School of Pole Dance (32 Forrest St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.793.5757, sl.beautylieswithin@gmail.com). Hours by appointment, free sample appointment. Call or e-mail for details.
Bridge. Beginning or Intermediate Lessons, playing time for regular games and tournaments. Jewish Community Center (River Street, Wilkes-Barre). Call Rick Evans at 570.824.4646 or Rev. Ken McCrea at 570.823.5957.
Carbondale Chiropractic Center (267 Brooklyn St., 570.282.1240, www.carbondalechiropractic.com).
• Run with Doc: Sun. 9-10 a.m. at Lake Scranton. Jog around Lake Scranton with Dr. Andrew Rivera. Visit Website for info.
Dance Contours (201 Bear Creek Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.0152, www.dancecontours.com)
• Adult classes: ballet, tap, lyrical, CardioSalsa, ballroom dance.
• Children/teen classes: ballet, tap, CheerDance, HipTech Jazz, a form of dance blending basic Jazz Technique with styles of street dance, hip hop.
• Zumba classes for adults: Tues., 6 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. First class free.
• Adult ballet: Sat. morn.
Danko’s Core Wrestling Strength Training Camp (DankosAllAmericanFitness.com)
• Four sessions/week, features two clinics, two core strength. 4 sessions/week. Increase power, speed, agility. Group discounts, coaches, teams, clubs, free stuff. Visit website or call Larry Danko at 570.825.5989 for info.
Downtown Arts at Arts YOUniverse (47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.970.2787, www.artsyouniverse.com)
• Kids Craft Hour with Liz Revit: Sat., 10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Make jewelry, paper mache, more. $15, includes supplies. For info or to register, call 817.0176.
• Traditional Egyptian Belly Dance: Wed., beginners 6-7 p.m.; intermediate 7-8 p.m. intermediate. $10. Call 343.2033 for info.
• Tribal Fusion Dance: Thurs., beginners 6-7 p.m.; intermediate 7-8 p.m. $10. Call 836.7399 for info.
• Cabaret with Helena: Sat., 4:30 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 553.2117 for info.
• African Dance: Wed. & Sun., 1 p.m. Traditional African moves with jazz and hip-hop. $10, registration required, call 212.9644 or visit hipbodysoul.com for info.
Downtown Dojo Karate Academy (84 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.262.1778)
Offering classes in traditional karate, weapons, self defense. Mon-Thurs., 5:30-8:45 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-noon.
• Zumba Classes: Tues., Thurs., 7-8 p.m.; Sat., 12:30-1:30 p.m. $5/class. Call for info.
Drawing and Painting Lessons: Realist painter teaches techniques of old masters. Private lessons Fri.-Sun. To schedule, call 570.820.0469, e-mail bekshev@yahoo.com or visit www.artistvs.com.
Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org)
• “Everybody’s Art” New Series of Adult Art Classes: $25/workshop members, $30 non-members. Pre-registration required.
• Rosen Method easy movement program, Thurs., 2-3 p.m., Folk art gallery, $5/class, free to members. Must pre-register.
• Early Explorers: Mon., 1-1:45 p.m. Free, suitable for ages 3-5. Pre-registration required, groups welcome. For info, to register, call or e-mail education@everhart-museum.org.
Extreme M.M.A.(2424 Old Berwick Rd., Bloomsburg. 570.854.2580)
• MMA Class: Mon., Wed., 6-7 p.m. First visit free. Wrestling fundamentals, basic Brazilian Ju-Jitsu No Gi. Call for info.
• Boxing/Kickboxing Fitness Class: Mon., Wed., 7-8 p.m. First visit free. Non-combative class.
• Personal Training: Call 317.7250 for info.
Fazio’s Hapkido Do Jang (61 Main St., Luzerne, 570.239.1191)
Accepting new students. Children (age 7-12) Mon./Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Teen/adult Mon./Wed., 6:45-8:15 p.m.; Tues.-Thurs., 6:30-8 p.m. Private lesson also available.
Learn Hapkido. Self defense applications. $50 monthly, no contract.
Gallucci Music (224 Wyoming Ave., Scranton, 570.347.1753, GallucciMusic.com)
• Clinic Appearance/Performance by Jazz Drummer Marko Djordjevic: Jan. 27, 5 p.m. $5, includes drawing for prizes.
GreenBeing (334 Adams Ave., Scranton, info@shopgreenbeing.com)
• Not Your Granny’s Sewing: one-on-one lessons: $40/lesson, $140/4 sessions, 2-3 hour sessions. Tailored to individual needs.
GregWorks Professional Fitness Training (107 B Haines Court, Blakely, 570.499.2349, gregsbootcamp@hotmail.com, www.vipfitnesscamp.com)
• Beach Body Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m.
• Bridal Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m. Bridal party group training, couples personal training available.
• Fitness Bootcamp: 4-week sessions, Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m.
• New Year’s Resolution Flab to Fab Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m., Sat., 1 p.m. Guaranteed results.
• Private/Semi-Private sessions available, e-mail for info.
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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, all levels. Call 570.788.4797 for info.
Gymboree Play and Music (570.208.2908, gymboreeclasses.com)
• Sweetheart Parties: Feb. 8, 5:30-7 p.m., Feb. 12, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Themed play on custom equipment, singing, dancing, making Valentines. Children 5 and under, adult must accompany each child. $15/members, $20/non-members.
Hazleton Art League (225 E. Broad St., Hazleton, 570.454.0092, Hazletonsartleague.org)
• Figure Drawing Class: March 12-April 30, Mon., 4-7 p.m. Call 570.453.1337 for info.
Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 570.287.7977 or 718.0673)
• Instrumental Music Instruction
• Private Ballroom Lessons
• Private Vocal Instruction: Tues. evenings.
• Private Guitar Instruction: Classical, acoustic, electric for all ages.
• Dragons’ Tale Karate: Mon., 5:30-7 p.m.; Wed., 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 5+.
• Tumbling: Fri., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Ages 5+. $30/month.
Horse Back Riding Lessons Elk Stables, Uniondale, by appointment only. All levels welcome. Call 570.575.8649 to schedule.
Jim Thorpe Arts in Motion (jtartsinmotion.com)
• Classes at East Side Jim Thorpe location. Adults, children ranging from Music Together to belly dancing, yoga and Flirty Girl Fitness for adults. Zumbatomic (children’s Zumba) starts late fall. Jacqueline Hyde, classes in Burlesque, Cabaret Arts.
Kiss Theatre Company (58 Wyoming Valley Mall, Wilkes-Barre, 570.829.1901, kisstheatre.org)
Spring/Summer 2012 workshops:
• Once on this Island: Mon., Thurs., 6-8:30 p.m., starts Feb. 20. Ages 9-16. Performances in May. $300 + $50 admin fee.
• Footloose: Tues., Sun., 6-8:30 p.m., starts March 4. Ages 12-18. Performances in June. $300, $50 admin fee.
• Frog And Toad: Sat., 10 a.m.-noon, starts April 28. Ages 4-10. Performances in July. $250 + $50 admin fee.
• Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: Workshop 1: Tues., Sun., 6-8:30 p.m., starts June 10. Workshop 2: Mon., Thurs., 6-8:30 p.m., starts June 11. Performances in August. $300 + $50 admin fee.
Kwonkodo Lessons – by reservation at The Hapkido Teakwondo Institute (210 Division St., Kingston). $40/month. Call 570.287.4290 for info.
Moscow Clayworks (moscowclayworks.com)
• Focus on hand-building techniques: Adults, Tues., 6-8 p.m.; kids, Thurs., 6-8 p.m. $125/5 sessions. Reservations required.
• Potters Wheel for Beginners: Mon., Wed., 6-8 p.m. $125/5 sessions. Reservations required.
NEPA Bonsai Society (Midway Garden Center, 1865 Hwy. 315, Pittston, 570.654.6194, www.myspace.com/nepabonsai).
• Monthly meeting last Wed., 7 p.m. Features business sessions, demonstrations/programs/workshops.
Northeastern Ju-Jitsu (1047 Main St., Swoyersville, 570.714.3839, nejujitsu.com)
Open 7 days/week, offers training in Traditional Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, Judo, Women’s self defense. Group, private self defense classes available by appointment.
Northeast Photography Club ( www.northeastphotographyclub.org) meets first Wed. of month 7 p.m. in boardroom of Prime Med (old Wes Freedman Building) off Morgan Hwy. Variety of topics, monthly contest, guest speakers. Membership open.
Olympic Style Fencing classes at The Fencing Exchange, above AFA Gallery, 514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, Mon.-Thurs. Foil, saber, epee taught. For info, call 570.969.1224.
Phoenix Performing Arts Centre (409-411 Main St., Duryea, 570.457.3589, phoenixpac.vpweb.com, phoenixpac08@aol.com)
• Dimensions in Dance w/ Lee LaChette: Jazz, tap, ballet for adults & kids. $10/hour, $5/second class. E-mail or call 991.1817.
• Vocal lessons w/ Joelle Colombo Witner: Wed., Sun. E-mail or call 991.1817.
Pocono Arts Council (18 N. Seventh St., Stroudsburg. 570.476.4460. www.poconoarts.org)
Ongoing Adult Classes
• Oil Painting: Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $72/members, $80/non-members, $60/seniors. Materials list provided.
• Acrylic Painting: Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $110/member, $120/non-members, $90/seniors. Materials list provided.
Adult Classes
• Basic Drawing: Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $72/members, $80/non-members, $60/seniors. Materials list.
• Watercolor Painting: Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, 6:30-8:30 p.m. No previous drawing ability required. $72/member, $80/non-member, $60/seniors. Materials list.
Private Voice Lessons Mon.-Thurs. by appointment. Learn proper singing technique in downtown Wilkes-Barre studio. Specializing in opera/classical/musical theater. Hour, half-hour lessons. Student discounts available. Please call 824.5428 or visit www.katrinalykes.com for info.
Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Network, Scranton. Day, evening classes for men, women, children. Ongoing classes 6 days/week. Covers sport, combat, self-defense aspects of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. For info visit gracie-nepa.com or call 570.347.1107.
Shaolin White Crane Fist (Wyoming)
Teaching traditional Chinese martial arts of Shaolin White Crane Fist, Wing Chun Gong Fu, Yang Style Taijiquan, Qigong-Energy work, Shauijiao-Chinese Wrestling, more. $35/week, first week free. Three levels of training, ages 15+. Contact Master Mike DiMeglio 570.371.8898.
Sil-Lum Kung-Fu & Tai-Chi Academy (509 Pittston Ave., Scranton)
Specializing in traditional Chinese Martial Arts as taught in The Central Guoshu Institute.
• Instruction in classical Shaolin styles: Sil-Lum Hung-Gar Tiger Claw, Shaolin White Crane Boxing, Northern Long Fist Kung Fu & Yang Style Tai-Chi. 2 classes/week, $75/month. For info, call Master Mark Seidel, 570.249.1087.
• Children’s classes now forming, Sat., 11 a.m.$50/month. For info, call 570.249.1087.
• Classes now forming for traditional Yang Style Tai-Chi:Taiji Qigong, Taiji Sequence, Taiji Stationary Pushing Hands, Taiji weapons, more. For info, contact Master Mark Seidel 570.249.1087.
Something Special: (23 West Walnut Street Kingston, 570.540.6376, angietheartist@aol.com, www.angelademuroart.com)
• MANGA Art Class: (Japanese Cartooning) Wed., 4-5 p.m. Learn the art of Japanese cartooning. 4-week session, supplies included: $60 per child. Call or e-mail to register.
Southside Senior Center (425 Alder St., Scranton, 570.346.2487)
• Language Partnership English & Spanish Classes: Fri., 10 a.m. Free, open to all. For info, call 346.0759.
• Ehrhardts bus trip, tribute to Grand Ole Opry: April 10, leaves Center 9:15 a.m., departs Ehrhardts 3:45 p.m. $55, includes family style lunch.
St. Joseph’s School classes (1627 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.963.0500):
• Traditional Weapons Class: Thurs., 7-9 p.m. Self-defense techniques using cane, club, short stick, wooden sword, escrima sticks, more. Learn history principles, practical use. No prior martial arts experience. $10/class.
• Women’s Self-Defense Class: Sat., 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Self-defense techniques to protect from variety of attacks. No prior martial arts experience. Wear loose fitting clothes. $10/class.
World Class Boxing (239 Schuyler Ave., Kingston, www.wcbboxing.net, 570.262.0061)
• Boxing & Kickboxing Fitness Bootcamp: Mon.-Sat. non-contact program
Programs include Kids & Teen Boxing programs, striking for MMA & competition training, women’s-only kickboxing Boot Camp, Zumba, more.
Wyoming Valley Art League
• Painting with Irina Krawitz: $15/hour, $120/4-weeks. Call 570.793.3992 for info.
MIND AND BODY
Absolute Pilates with Leslie (263 Carbondale Rd., Clarks Summit, www.pilateswithleslie.com)
• Classes: Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 a.m. Private training on Cadillac, Reformer and Wunda Chair, along with Pilates mat classes, stability ball core classes, more. Check website for updates.
Arts YOUniverse (47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.970.2787, www.artsyouniverse.com)
Studio J, 2nd floor
• Meditation in tradition of Gurdjieff, 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.
Awakenings Yoga (570.472.3272)
• PrivateYoga Instruction w/ certified senior Instructor of Himalayan Institute. 24 years experience. Learn secrets of Himalayan Masters. Lessons include asana, pranayama, meditation, relaxation, ayruveda, holistic nutrition, tantra. $75/session
Balance Ultimate Fitness (Belladaro Prof Bldg, 570.862.2840)
• Early Morning Fitness Bootcamp: Tues./Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m., Sat, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., $15 or 12 classes for $150.
Bellas Yoga Studio (650 Boulevard Ave., Dickson City, 570.307.5000, www.bellasyoga.com, info@bellasyoga.com)
All workshops $15, pre-registration suggested.
• Sun. Class: 10-11:15 a.m. Features Alternating Vinyasa style yoga w/ yoga fusion.
Club Fit (1 West Broad St., Hazleton, 570.497.4700, www.clubfithazleton.com)
• Boxing classes w/ Rich Pastorella (pastorella.net26.net). Mon., 7-8 p.m. $40/month.
Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock (60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock: 570.996.1500)
• Yoga for You: Wed., 10-11:15 a.m. Series 1: through Feb. 15. Series 2: Feb. 22-March 28. $60/series of 6 consecutive classes, $15/class. Bring mat or beach towel.
• Kundalini Yoga: Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 10-11:30 a.m. Ages 16+. $60/series of 6 consecutive classes, $15/class. Bring yoga mat and blanket.
Egyptian Belly Dance Classes with Dianna Shahein. Call 570.343.2033 for various times/locations. Private/group classes available.
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, guided meditations. $10/class.
Goddess Creations Shop & Gallery (214 Depot St., Clarks Summit, 570.575.8649, info@goddesscreations.net)
• Tarot Card Readings by Rev. Whitney Mulqueen by appointment. Call.
• Tarot Readings: Thurs., 6-9:30 p.m. at Montrose Inn, Restaurant & Tavern (26 S. Main St., Montrose). $25 for 15-20 min.
• Monthly astrology workshop with Holly Avila: first Sun., $45. Call.
Goshin Jitsu Martial Arts Classes Every month at Golightley’s Martial Arts (Mark Plaza Shopping Center, Rt. 11, Edwardsville). Focus on cardio, stretching, defense, stamina, more. Self defense, cardio, karate aerobics also available. $75/month. Call 570.814.3293 for info.
Haifa Belly Dance (Haifabellydance.com, 570.836.7399)
• Mon., 5:15 p.m., Serenity Wellness & Dance Center (135 Main St., Luzerne)
• Wed., 6 p.m., Holistic Health Center (Route 6, Tunkhannock)
Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 718.0673)
• Cardio Kickboxing: Wed., 7-8 p.m.; Sat., 9-10 a.m. $5/class. Call for info.
• Hoop Fitness Techniques: Mon., 7:30-8:30 p.m. $5/class. Call for info.
Hoop Fitness Classes (whirligighoopers.com)
• Beginner/Intermediate: Mon., 7:30 p.m., Harris Conservatory (545 Charles St., Luzerne). $5. Call 718.0673 to reserve.
• Beginner/Intermediate: Thurs., 5:30 p.m., Studio 32 (32 Forrest St., Wilkes-Barre) $5.
Inner Harmony Wellness Center (Mercy Hospital General Services Bldg., 743 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, 570.346.4621, www.innerharmonywellness.com, peteramato@aol.com)
• Meditation Technique Workshops: Wed., 6:30 p.m. $15/session. Goal setting/stress reduction, more. Call for info/reservation.
Jeet Kune Do Fighting Concepts Teaches theories of movement in Martial Arts. $100/month. Call instructor Mike DiMeglio for info, 570.371.8898.
Kwon Kodo Lessons: Learn self-defense system that combines Korean Martial Arts such as Hapkido, Taekwondo & Kuk Sool. Lessons held at Hapkido Taekwondo Institute (150 Welles St., Forty Fort). $40/month. For info, call 570.287.4290 or visit htkdi.com.
Leverage Performance Training Studio (900 Rutter Ave., Forty Fort, 570.388.2386, www.leveragetrainingstudio.com)
• Morning Wake-up Workout: Full body metabolic workout. Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-7:45 a.m.
• Primal Scream Classes, Tabata Circuit Training: Tues., Thurs., 7-8 p.m.
All classes free to members, $10 non-members.
Maximum Health and Fitness (310 Market St., Kingston, 570.283.2804)
• Ab Lab with Amy: Sat., 8:30 a.m.; Mon., 7:30 p.m. Call for info.
Meditation/Yoga classes at Spectrum Health & Racquet Club (151 Terrace Dr., Eynon). Meditation: Fri., 7-8 p.m. Yoga: Sat., 9:45-10:45 a.m. $5 each class, bring mat. Call 570.383.3223 for info.
Melt Hot Yoga (#16 Gateway Shopping Center, Edwardsville, 570.287.3400, melthotyogastudio.com)
• Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m., 5:30 p.m. (90 minutes)
• Tues., Thurs., 4 p.m. (one hour)
• Sat., Sun., 9 a.m., 3 p.m. (90 minutes)
Motivations Fitness Center (112 Prospect St., Dunmore. 570.341.7665)
• Sandstorm Fitness with Rachel “Kali” Dare: Learn various techniques and shed pounds. Call for info.
NutriFitness Boot Camp (311 Market St., Kingston, 570.288.2409)
• Free week of Boot Camp for new members: Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m., 5:30 p.m.
• Wirred: Mon., Wed., 6:45 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. $5.
• Yoga: Thurs. 7 p.m. $10.
• Tang Soo Do Karate Classes: Mon., Wed., 6:45 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. Call to register.
Odyssey Fitness (401 Coal St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.829.2661, odysseyfitnesscenter.com)
• Yoga Classes: Sun., 12:30 p.m.; Mon., 7:15 a.m.; Tues., 7 a.m., 5 p.m.; Wed., 8 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Thurs., 6:30 p.m.; Sat., 10:30 a.m. All levels welcome.
• ZumbAtomic: Lil Starz, ages 4-7: 5:30 p.m.; Big Starz, ages 8-12: 6:15 p.m.
Open Your Eyes To Dream (143 W. Main St., Bloomsburg, 570.239.7520, www.oyetd.com)
Open-Eyed Yoga. Call 394.2251 or go online for current updates/cancellations. E-mail: yoga@oyetd.com
• Beginner Vinyasa: Mon., 5:30-6:30 p.m.
• Level II Vinyasa: Mon., 7-8:30 p.m.
• Mixed Level Vinyasa: Tues., 9-10:30 a.m., Wed., 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Mats & props available. Student/package discounts available. Bring friend to first class, get two for price of one.
Pocono Yoga & Meditation Classes (570.472.3272, www.PoconoYoga.com) Classes with Suzi, certified yoga instructor
• Gentle Yoga: Thurs., 6:30 p.m., East Mountain Apartments. Free to residents.
• Private Yoga Instruction: Only by appointment. $35 per hour. Call.
• Private Meditation Instruction: Only by appointment. $35 per hour. Call.
Prana Yoga Studio (1112 Wheeler Ave., Dunmore, 570.341.8886, www.pranayogadunmore.com) Classes taught in vinyasa flow, geared for all levels
• Mon.: Advanced, 6 p.m.; tai chi with Blake Wheeler 7:30-8:45 p.m., Thurs., 8:45-10 p.m., $45/month, on class/week, $65/month, two classes/week. Contact Blake at 434.989.1045 or blakewhlr@yahoo.com for info.
• Tues.: Beginner, 10 a.m.; Open Level, noon; Beg./Intermediate, 5:30 p.m.; Intermediate, 7:30 p.m.
• Wed.: Beginner, 5:30 p.m.; Advanced 7:30 p.m.
• Thurs.: Open Level, 10 a.m.; Beg./Intermediate, 5:30 p.m.; Intermediate, 7:30 p.m.
• Fri.: Open Level, 10 a.m.; Advanced, 6 p.m.
• Sat.: Beg./Intermediate, 10 a.m.; Intermediate, noon.
• Sun.: Intermediate, noon; Candle-lit Open Level, 6 p.m.
Reiki Classes (570.387.6157, reikictr@localnet.com) Sessions with Sue Yarnes:
• Beginner to Advanced Reiki at our locations or your home. Hospital endorsed, training for professional Usui Reiki teacher certification available. Call or e-mail for info.
The Self Discovery and Wellness Arts Center (Montrose, 570.278.9256 or e-mail wellness@epix.net)
• Annual Women’s Winter Retreat: Feb. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $80. Yoga, centered breathing, guided visualizations, goal setting, reiki healing. Paid reservations due by Feb. 14.
Sandy Seyler Studio (House of Nutrition, 2nd floor, 50 Main St., Luzerne, 570.288.1785, SandySeyler.com)
• Drum Circle: Feb. 5, 2-4 p.m. Reservations required. No experience necessary. Bring drum if you have one, drums will be available. $5.
• Chakra Yoga Workshop: Feb. 26, 2-5 p.m. Yoga postures to clear and balance the chakras, energy and sound healing to balance and energize chakras. $40.
Jan. Schedule
• Yoga: Mon., 6:30 p.m.; Wed., 10:30 a.m.; Thurs., 7:15 p.m.; Sat., 9:30 a.m. Hatha Yoga postures, Pranayam, deep relaxation. $10. Just drop in. Check web calendar for weather cancellations.
• Meditation: Mon., 10:30 a.m.; Thurs., 6 p.m. Pranayam, mantra. $10. Just drop in. Check web calendar for weather cancellations.
Feb. Schedule
• Yoga: Mon., 6:30 p.m.; Wed., 10:30 a.m.; Thurs., 7:15 p.m.; Sat. 9:30 a.m. Multi-level, beginners and intermediate. Hatha Yoga postures, Pranayam, deep relaxation. $11. Check web calendar for weather cancellations.
• Meditation: Mon., 10:30 a.m., Thurs., 6 p.m. Pranayam and mantra meditation. No experience necessary. $11. Check web calendar for weather cancellations.
Sheri Pilates Studio (703 Market St., Kingston, 570.331.0531)
• Beginner mat class: Tues., 5 p.m. $50/10 classes.
• Equipment classes on reformer and tower: $150/10 classes.
• Private training available on reformer, cadillac, stability chair, ladder barrel, cardiolates on rebounder.
Call studio for additional mat class/equipment class schedule, all classes taught by certified instructors.
Spine & SportCare (Old Forge, 570.451.1122)
• Pilates Mat Classes: Mon. 9:30 a.m.; Wed. noon; Thurs. 5:30 p.m.; Yoga Flow: Tues. 5:30 p.m. $10/class, $45/5 classes.
• Small Group Personal Training: Personalized program changes w/ every session, similar to P90X crossfit. All levels, call for details.
Studio Brick (118 Walnut St., Danville, 570.275.3240)
• All Levels Yoga: Wed. (ongoing), 10-11 a.m.
Symmetry Studio (206 N. Main Avenue, 3rd Floor, Scranton, 570.290.7242)
• Mon.: Gentle Yoga 5:30 p.m.; Core Yoga 6:30 p.m.
• Tues.: Beginners Yoga 5 p.m.; Yoga Strength and Flexibility 6 p.m.; Cardio Kickboxing 7:30 p.m.
• Wed.: Slow Flow 5:30 p.m.; Core Yoga 6:30 p.m.
• Thurs.: All Levels Vinyasa 5:30 p.m.; Cardio Kickboxing 7:30 p.m.
• Fri.: Community Ballroom (call for registration details)
• Sat.: Prenatal Yoga 9:30 a.m.; Essential Yoga All Levels 11 a.m.
• Sun.: Slow Flow 11 a.m.
Tarot Readings every Sun., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Shambala, Scranton, located at Mall At Steamtown, first floor outside Bonton. By Whitney Mulqueen. Walk-ins welcome. Info: 570.575.8649, 344.4385, find Shambala on Facebook.
Thetravelingyogi@yahoo.com Individual attention for physical/spiritual advancement. All levels welcome. Call 570.709.2406 for info. Classes held at The Studio at 32 (32 Forrest St., Wilkes-Barre) Sat., 10:30 a.m.-noon.
The Vintage Theater (119 Penn Avenue, Scranton, 570.589.0271, www.scrantonsvintagetheater.com)
• The Ellen Doyle Dance Experience: Tues., 8-10 p.m., ft. strength training, cardio, stretching, dance warm-up classics. Free and open to the public, wear dance shoes/socks, bring yoga mat/water.
Waering Stained Glass Studio (336 N. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre).
• Tarot Card Readings: $50/first half hour, $10 additional. Appointment only. Call 570.417.5020.
White Dragon Internal Strength Chi Kung (330 Sandra Dr., Jefferson Twp & Scranton, 570.906.9771) Tai chi, yoga, meditation, chi kung, white lotus, pai lum, flowing water, inner tiger. Beginners-advanced. Mon.-Fri., open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Private and group. Any ages.
Wilkes-Barre YMCA events (570.823.2191)
• SilverSneakers: Eligibility based on Medicare plans. Geisinger Gold, Blue Cross, HOP, Highmark, AARP Medicare Supplement. Call for info.
The Yoga Studio (210 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, 570.301.7544)
• Yoga: Mon., 9:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Wed., 10:30 a.m.; Thurs., 9:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Sat., 10:30 a.m.
• Zumba: Tues., 5:30 p.m.; Wed. 9 a.m., 7 p.m.; Fri., 5:30 p.m.
Zumba Fitness Classes
• Mon./Wed., 5:15 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m., at TLC Fitness Center (bottom of Morgan Hwy., Scranton). $5/class. Call 570.558.7293 for info.
• Adult classes held at Fitwize 4 Kids Tues./Thurs., 7:15, Sun., 11 a.m. on Keyser Ave. across from Keyser Oak Shopping Center Call 348.9383 for info.
OUTSIDE
Hickory Run State Park (1137 Honey Hole Road, 570.403.2006)
Winterfest 2012; Feb. 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sand Spring Day Use Area. Free.
• Animal Tracks Hike: 11:15 a.m.
• Ice Safety Demos: 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m.
• Intro to Orienteering: 11:45 a.m., 1:45 p.m.
• Ice Fishing Demos: 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m.
• Intro to Disc Golf: 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
• On-going events: Sled dog team, disc golf and snowshoe demos, children’s games. More info available day of, as some activities may be modified due to weather conditions.
Lackawanna Audubon Society
• Harvey’s Lake/Sordoni Farms Field Trip: Feb. 18, meet Perkins Restaurant, Dallas, 8:30 a.m. for breakfast or arrive 9 a.m. for trip only. Info: 570.586.8343, 945.5226.
• Explore Russia with LAS member Alan Hughes: Feb 19, 2:30 p.m., Anthracite Museum, McDade Park, Scranton. Info: 570.586.5156.
• Harvey’s Lake Snow Date: Feb 25
• Bird Walk at Lackawanna State Park: March 10, 8 a.m., meet at boat launch parking lot. Info: 570.575.5293.
• LAS President Bill Speare Presents Highlights from Alaska: March 18, 2:30 p.m., Anthracite Museum, McDade Park, Scranton. Info: 570.586.5156.
Lackawanna State Park (To register go to www.visitPAparks.com, click calendar of events, then Lackawanna)
• X-Country Ski: Jan. 29, meet 10 a.m. at first parking area off Lake View Dr. after turn into main entrance off PA 407. Cross country ski, Frost Hollow, Snowflake, Abington and Turkey Hill trails. 2 1/2 miles, 3 hours. Some upward grades but mostly flat; hike only if no snow. Call 570.586.1930 for info. Free.
Nescopeck State Park (1137 Honey Hole Rd., Drums, 570.403.2006) All events free, unless noted otherwise. Reservations required.
• Snowshoe Days Free Loaner Program: through Feb. Call for info.
• Owl Prowl: Jan. 28, 6-8 p.m., meet Park Office. Indoor session to learn about owl species, outdoor walk. Dress appropriately, warm footwear. Registration required, call.
• WinterFest 2012 at Hickory Run State Park: Feb. 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., meet Hickory Run Sand Spring Day Use area. Snowshoeing, children’s games, sled dog team, orienteering, ice fishing, ice safety demonstrations. May be modified due to weather conditions.
• Animal Tracking on Snowshoes at Hickory Run State Park: Feb. 5, 1-3 p.m., meet Hickory Run State Park Office. If not enough snow to snowshoe (minimum 6 in.), hike. Bring snowshoes or reserve when registering. Registration required, call. Free.
• Full Moon Snowshoe Hike: Feb. 7, 7-8:30 p.m., meet Nescopeck State Park Office. Will take place on snowshoes if snow cover sufficient. Wear warm, sturdy footwear, be prepared to be outside. Bring snowshoes or reserve when registering. Registration required, call. Free.
• Bird Feeding Basics: Feb. 18, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., meet Nescopeck State Park Office. Build platform feeder to take home. Donation for materials accepted, not required. Registration required, call.
• Great Backyard Bird Count: Feb. 18-19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., meet Nescopeck State Park Office. Free.
Northeastern PA Chapter of the Sierra Club
• X-Country Ski at Lackawanna State Park: Jan. 29, meet 10 a.m., first parking area off Lake View Dr. (the park’s main road) after turning into main entrance of park off PA 407. Free. 2.5 miles total, 3 hours. Some upward grades, mostly flat skiing-hike only if no snow. Call Dave Byman at 570.586.1930 for info.
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 info.
Beehive Area Narcotics Anonymous (Wilkes-Barre-Kingston-Nanticoke-Mountaintop) 24 hour phone line: 570.654.7755 or 1.866.935.4762.
Building Industry Association of NEPA (570.287.3331)
• Sponsorship: Become host of a monthly General Membership Meeting. Call or e-mail danielle@bianepa.com for details.
• Accepting entries for Outdoor Theme Project from builders, trade schools, Vo-Techs, Job Corps. For info, call 570.287.3331.
• Annual Home Expo: March 2-4, Kingston Armory. Free parking, food vendors, nominal admission fee. For reservations, booth space, info, call 570.287.3331. All proceeds from Outdoor Theme Project Raffle benefit Ronald McDonald House of Scranton.
• 24th Annual Golf Tourney: Sept. 21, lunch noon, shotgun start 1 p.m., Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club, Mountaintop. Captain & crew format. Sponsorships needed.
Carl’s Beer Tours (CarlsBeerTours.com)
• “Sleep No More:” Feb. 25 to McKittrick Hotel (530 W. 27th St., New York). Space was reinvented to present Shakespeare’s Scottish tragedy and allow audiences to move freely at this unique theatrical experience. Features three hours of shopping, etc. prior. $150 with college ID or paid by Feb. 1. $165 after; must be paid by Feb. 15. Bus leaves Bart & Urby’s (119 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre) 1 p.m. Call Carl 570.709.1678 for info/reservations.
Food Addicts Anonymous Meetings (St. Vincent DePaul Church, Scranton: 570.344.7866) Meetings every Fri. night, 8 p.m.
Nar-Anon Family Group Meetings Sun. 7 p.m. Clear Brook Bldg. (rear), Forty Fort; Wed., 7 p.m. United Methodist Church, Mountaintop. 570.288.9892.
Narcotic Anonymous Meetings every Tues. 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.
NEPA Networkers, A LinkedIn community
• Winter Mixer: Jan. 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Radisson Lackawanna Station (700 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton). $15 includes light snacks, cash bar. RSVP to linkd.in/sEFMVh
The NEPA Rainbow Alliance ( www.gaynepa.com)
• As part of the NEPA SafeZone Project, the NEPA RA is creating an “It Gets Better” video. Set to launch in Jan., the video features local representatives from the LGBT community, allies and more offering words of encouragement. To be a sponsor, e-mail itgetsbetter@gaynepa.com; to be in the video, visit gaynepa.com for details/application.
Oakwood Terrace (400 Gleason Dr., Moosic, 570.451.3171 ext. 116 or 101)
• Support Group Meetings: third Wed. of each month, 6:30 p.m.
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.
Pride of NEPA meetings on the second Tue. of each month, 6:30 p.m., The Naked Grape Restaurant (15 N. River Street, Plains). All are welcome. For info visit facebook.com/prideofnepa.
Scranton Tomorrow (scrantontomorrow.com, The Tripp House, 1011 N. Main Ave., Scranton)
• Winter in the City: Feb. 10, 5:30-8 p.m. at Electric City Trolley Museum (300 Cliff St., Scranton), featuring music by 2 for the Road, Paul LaBelle and the Exact Change, food from 30+ local restaurants, beverages, more. $15 per person. Call 963.1575 for info.
Suicide Bereavement Support Group First/Third Thurs. every month, 7 p.m., at Catholic Social Services (33 E. Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre). Call 570.822.7118 ext. 307 for info.
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Resolve Infertility Peer Support Group: Last Sun. of month, 6:30-8 p.m., Kistler Learning Center at Geisinger Wyoming Valley. Contact Jennifer for info, 610.393.8098.
Wyoming Valley Home School Network A support group for home school or cyber school parents throughout NEPA providing monthly meetings, field trips, park days, more. Visit wvhsnetwork.webs.com or contact Julie Lemardy at jmlemardy@gmail.com for info.
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