Exhibits

OPENINGS AND EVENTS

Abilities Through Art Sale, paintings, pottery, jewelry and crafts by gifted artists of the Day Development Program of Community Counseling Services. Nesbitt Memorial Medical Center, 562 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Today, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 552-7469.

On the Wing, a collection of dream-like, metaphorical paintings by Trix Render including woodland flora and fauna drawing from images of her childhood in South Africa. Meet the artist at a reception tonight, 5 to 7. Continues through Dec. 11 at the Lackawanna College Environmental Institute, Moffat Estate, Route 435, Covington Township. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 842-1506.

Art Faculty Biennial 2009, a multimedia exhibit of current works by 25 members of the art department including paintings, illustrations, graphic design, sculpture, prints, ceramics, furniture, mixed media and photography. With a Gallery Talk Wednesday at 2 p.m. Continues through Dec. 11 at the Mahady Gallery, Marywood University, 2300 Adams Ave., Scranton. Monday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. 348-6278.

ONGOING EXHIBITS

In the Pink, art work in shades of pink and red to commemorate Breast Cancer Month. Artists include Kimberly A. Hughes, Frank Kluk, Bob Heim, Lillian Caffrey, Carol Swan, Peg Malta, Marie Perks, Katie Larsen-Lick and Mary Beth Korwitz-Killian. Through Saturday at the Pierce Street Gallery, 517 Pierce St., Kingston. Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 970-7968.

Clay! Cloth! Color! A group exhibit with works in clay by Sandy Lentz and fiber art by Jean Downing, Nancy Gale, Sandy Lentz and Louise Sweeney. Through Sunday at Artspace Gallery, 221 Center St., Bloomsburg. Thursday through Saturday, noon to 8 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 784-0737.

Nature & Figures, a group exhibit of drawings, paintings and photography. Through Monday at the Hazleton Art League, 225 E. Broad St., Hazleton. Saturday and Sunday, 2 to 4 p.m.; Monday, 7 to 9 p.m. 454-0092.

P.W. Costello: Designer, Engrosser, Illustrator, portraits and engrossings (elaborate pen-and-ink drawings with calligraphy) by the former Scranton breaker boy. Through Nov. 20 at the Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall, University of Scranton. Sunday through Friday, noon to 4 p.m. with evening hours Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m. 941-4214.

The Light of Italy: Our Greco-Roman Heritage, art inspired by ancient Greece and Rome by 20 artists and poets from Northeastern Pennsylvania. Through Nov. 20 at the Blue Heron Gallery, 121 Main St., Wyalusing. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 746-4922.

Art of Steve Sliwinski. Through Nov. 21 at the Sense and Serendipity Gallery, 218 Center St., Dushore. Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon; Thursday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 928-7025.

Juried Alumni Art Exhibition. Through Nov. 24 at the Linder Gallery, Miller Library, Keystone College, La Plume. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, 4 to 10 p.m. 945-8161.

Art Exhibit, by Mountain Top artist Toni Riscavage. Through Nov. 25 at Citizens Bank, Wyoming Avenue and Welles Street, Forty Fort. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. 675-5094.

Visions from Within, the artwork of Lisa Wray. Through Nov. 30 at the Wyoming County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, Tunkhannock. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 836-3200.

Side by Side, original art work and photography by Nina Davidowitz and Philip A. Dente. Through Dec. 3 at Something Special, 23 W. Walnut St., Kingston. Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 288-8386.

Old Masters 2009, works based on the principles of the Old Masters craft of painting by commercial-art instructor Michael Molnar and art-program students. Through Dec. 4 at the Schulman Gallery, Campus Center, Luzerne County Community College, 1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 740-0679.

Something for Everyone, the 5th annual art show and sale with original pieces by local artists including watercolors, oils, pastels, acrylics, pencils and mixed media. Through Dec. 10 at the Glenburn Township Building, 3110 Waterford Road, Dalton. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. 954-1489.

Scarce Books and Elegant Editions, original and rare writings by Samuel Johnson in celebration of his 300th birthday. Included: “The Life of Samuel Johnson” and his famous “Dictionary of English Language.” Through Dec. 11 at the Weinberg Memorial Library, Linden and Monroe streets, University of Scranton. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 8 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 11:30 p.m. 941-4000.

Graduate Exhibit, photography by Muaz B.C. Gulen, sculpture by Ruth Giovannitti and paintings by Shelly F. Grillo. Through Dec. 11 at the Suraci Gallery, Marywood University, 2300 Adams Ave., Scranton. Monday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. 348-6278.

Michael Lukachko: Working with Wood, a series of large wood-veneered “dreamscapes” focusing on the organic nature of wood. Through Dec. 11 at the Madelon Powers Gallery, Normal and Marguerite streets, East Stroudsburg University. Monday and Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 422-3483.

Faculty Exhibition 2009, works by artists Jean C. Adams, Sharon Bowar, Nicole DePolo, Beverly Glennon, Bruce Lanning, Darlene Miller-Lanning, Mary Lou Steinberg, Richard Fuller and Herbert Simon. Through Dec. 13 at the Sordoni Art Gallery, 150 S. River St., Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre. Open daily, noon to 4:30 p.m. 408-4325.

Capturing Realism 2009: The Waichulis Studio, a group exhibit of realism paintings by alumni and students of the studio of modern master Anthony J. Waichulis. Through Dec. 19 at the Pauly Friedman Gallery, Insalaco Hall, Misericordia University, 301 Lake St., Dallas. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. 674-6250.

Tools That Built Scranton, 1900s-era tools from the Lackawanna Historical Society. Through Dec. 31 at the William J. Nealon Federal Courthouse, 235 N. Washington Avenue, Scranton. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. 344-3841.

Day of the Dead: Art & Culture in the Americas, Mexican folk art, masks, a community ofrenda (or altar), Catrinas (fancily dressed female skeletons), cultural artifacts and contemporary art celebrating the rich culture of Central and South America and their special holiday to remember the dead. Through Dec. 31 at the Everhart Museum, Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Monday, Thursday and Friday, noon to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. $5, $3 students and seniors, $2 children. 346-7186.

Cider Painters of America, the 25th annual exhibit and sale by local and national artists who paint in miniature (3” by 5”). Through Dec. 31 at Vgogh Gallery, 287 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 287-5544.

Celebrating Ancestors, works by area students inspired by important people in their lives. Through Dec. 31 at the Everhart Museum, Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Monday, Thursday and Friday, noon to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 346-7186.

Have You Slept in a Wigwam Lately? A travelogue exhibit by photographer Michael Poster and writer Melissa Whalen Haertsch which captures 24 singular moments across America from New England to Arizona. Through December at CameraWork Gallery, 515 Center St., Scranton. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 344-3313.

The Stained Glass Windows of Williamsport, a showcase of 19th-century stained glass windows from area churches, some manufactured by New York’s Tiffany Company. Through Jan. 23 at the Thomas T. Taber Museum, 858 W. Fourth St., Williamsport. Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. 326-3326.

FUTURE EXHIBITS

Third Friday Art Walk, self-guided tour of Wilkes-Barre and Kingston galleries offering a variety of art exhibits, studio tours, spoken word, historical exhibits, entertainment and refreshments. Hop on the trolley for a free ride to the galleries. Nov. 20 and Dec. 18, 5 to 8 p.m. Arts Walk maps available at participating venues. 823-0518 or wordpainting.com.

Third Friday Artist, with Lisalynn Iorio displaying mixed media works. Barnes & Noble Wilkes-King’s Bookstore, 7 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Nov. 20, 5 to 8 p.m. 208-4700.

Fall Art Exhibit, by members of the Wyoming Valley Art League. Opens Nov. 20 with a reception 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and an awards presentation at 7 p.m. Arts YOUniverse, 47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. 970-7968.

Responding in Clay: Italian Sabbatical 2009, experimental clay works by Frank Goryl as a response to a residency at the Scuola d’Arts Ceramica “Romano Ranieri” in Italy. Opens Nov. 20 with a reception 6 to 8 p.m. Continues through Dec. 13 at Paper Kite Press Studio & Gallery, 443 Main St., Kingston. Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. or by appointment. 328-8658.

Emerging Artists Exhibition, the seventh annual invitational with art by area high school students that pays homage to their teachers. Coordinated by Dallas artist Sue Hand. Opens Nov. 20 with a reception 6 to 8 p.m. Continues through Dec. 18 at the Widmann Gallery, Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 208-5900, ext. 5328.

Responding in Clay: Italian Sabbatical 2009, recent clay works by Frank Goryl created while studying in Umbria and Tuscany. Opens Nov. 20 with a reception 6 to 8 p.m. Continues through Dec. 13 at Paper Kite Press Studio, 443 Main St., Kingston. Open Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. 328-8658.

Artists for Art Holiday Auction, with 45 works by member artists up for bid along with music by jazz musician Doug Smith, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, champagne and an open bar. Artists for Art, 514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. $25. 969-1040.

In Color, works by the University of Scranton Photography Club. Nov. 30 to Dec. 11 with a reception Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. and awards presentation at 6:30 p.m. Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall, University of Scranton. Sunday through Friday, noon to 4 p.m. with evening hours Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m. 941-4214.

Family Tree, watercolor en-plein-air paintings by Jan Henning and photographs by her nephew Jeffrey Meyer. Opens Dec. 11 with a reception 4 to 6 p.m. Continues through Jan. 29 at the Wyoming County Courthouse Gallery, 1 Courthouse Square, Tunkhannock. Monday through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 835-3200.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Views of the Valley Photo Contest, sponsored by the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority. Open to amateur and professional photographers to submit images taken within the boundaries of the Lackawanna Heritage Valley which includes all of Lackawanna County and designated municipalities in Luzerne, Wayne and Susquehanna counties. Rules and regulations at lhva.org. Deadline: June 1, 2010.

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