THIS WEEK: MARCH 5 to 11, 2010
Isaiah’s Corner: Build It! Make origami animals with moving wings and parts, construct your own version of the Everhart Museum, build a colorful brick structure with box materials, dress LEGO paper dolls and create art with magnetic bricks. Held in conjunction with the “Art of the Brick” exhibit. Everhart Museum, 1901 Mulberry St., Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Through May 2. Open Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, noon to 4 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. $5, $2 children. 346-7186.
Bedtime Story. Come in your pajamas and enjoy a bedtime story read by eighth-grade students from St. Jude’s School. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 421 Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. Tonight, 6 to 8. Held in conjunction with the St. Jude’s Book Fair Fundraiser in celebration of Dr. Suess’ birthday. 829-4210.
St. Jude’s Book Fair, a fundraiser for the Mountain Top school with day-long activities. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 421 Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. Saturday with a “Cat in the Hat” craft and story time at 9:30 a.m. followed by selections from the production of “Annie” by the Music Box Players at 11 a.m. and a story time and book signing by Barbara Smith, author of “A Surprise for Grandmother Rabbit” from 1 to 3 p.m. 829-4210.
The Haunted Dietrich. A group of students are rehearsing for their Halloween play but something isn’t quite right. Find out who is haunting the set in this play by the Dietrich After School Players. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Saturday at 11 a.m. $5. 996-1500.
St. Jude’s Book Fair, a fundraiser for the Mountain Top school. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 421 Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. Sunday with a Dr. Seuss craft session at 11 a.m.; story time with WNEP-TV anchor Tom Williams at noon; and a musical presentation by the St. Jude fourth grade at 1 p.m. followed by a “Big Heart” craft session. 829-4210.
March Magic, with Moreland the Magician performing classic and original tricks appropriate for all ages. Alvina Krause Theatre, 226 Center St., Bloomsburg. Saturday at 1 p.m. 800-282-0283.
Kids Birthday Expo, with entertainment, inflatable bounce houses, magic shows and Tux the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins mascot. Riverfront Sports Complex, 801 Providence Road, Scranton. Saturday, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Free. 489-2789.
Winter Story Time, for ages 3 to 5. Marian Sutherland Kirby Library, 35 Kirby Ave., Mountain Top. Mondays, 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. through March 15. Registration: 474-9313.
Winter Story Hour, for ages 3 to 5. Hoyt Library, 284 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Wednesdays through March 31, 11:15 a.m. to noon. Registration: 287-2013.
When Elmo Grows Up, a “Sesame Street Live” production about Elmo and his friends predicting their grown-up careers. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. Thursday at 7 p.m. Continues March 12 at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; March 13; 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; March 14 at 1 and 4:30 p.m. $22, $17, $13. 970-7600 or 800-745-3000.
FUTURE
Teen Advisory Group. Plan and produce library programs for teenagers. Open to all students in middle and high school. Marian Sutherland Kirby Library, 35 Kirby Ave., Mountain Top. March 13, April 10, May 8, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 6 and Dec. 18 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.; March 24, April 28, May 26, June 23, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 20, Nov. 17 and Dec. 8 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. 474-9313.
Lunch with the Easter Bunny, with crafts, raffles, face painting and photo opportunities. Holy Rosary Elementary School, 125 Stephenson St., Duryea. March 14, noon to 3 p.m. $3. 457-2553.
Indoor Carnival, a celebration of spring with games, prizes and special activities. Children’s Museum, 2 W. Seventh St., Bloomsburg. March 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 389-9206.
How to Be a Pirate in Seven Easy Songs. Hoist the sail and join the pirate crew as they raise the Jolly Roger, spy with telescopes, find buried treasure and show their pride in a raucous pirate party. Come in pirate costumes! Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. March 20 at 10 a.m. $8. 420-2808.
A Year with Frog and Toad, the Tony-nominated Broadway musical based on the popular children’s books by Arnold Lobel. A school show for kindergarten to grade six but open to the public. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. March 24 at 10 a.m. $6.50. 826-1100.
Natural Wonders: Inside of an Egg. Learn which animals are born from eggs and go on an egg hunt to find animals that lay eggs. For ages 3 to 5. Lackawanna Environmental Institute, Route 435, Covington Township. March 25 at 9:30 a.m. $5. Registration: 842-1506.
Kids Night Out: A Pirate Party, with themed games movies, snacks and supervision for children age 4 and older. Children’s Museum, 2 W. Seventh St., Bloomsburg. March 26, 7 to 11 p.m. $15. Reservations: 925-0163.
Egg Hunt, the third annual Bear Creek Community Easter Egg Hunt open to the public. Bear Creek Recreation Park, Route 115, Bear Creek Township. March 27 with infant through age six at 10:30 a.m. and ages 7 to 11 at 11 a.m. With a free lunch following each hunt and a visit by the Easter Bunny. Free. Registration required: 820-4070 or bearcreekfoundation.com.
Easter on the Farm, an egg hunt, crafts, games, farm animal and hayrides with the Easter Bunny. Hillside Farms, 65 Hillside Road, Trucksville. March 27, 1 to 4 p.m. Free. 696-4500.
Junior Bird Club: Woodcock Walk, for age 9 and older. Learn about the migration and courtship habits of the American woodcock, a quirky little wetland bird. Bring a flashlight. Nescopeck State Park, 1137 Honey Hole Road, Drums. March 27 at 6:30 p.m. Registration: 403-2006.
The Big Read: Age of Innocence Celebration, with special activities and crafts for children in honor of the Edith Wharton book. With free books and reading guide to the first 20 adults. Children’s Museum, 2 W. Seventh St., Bloomsburg. April 10, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 389-9206.
Animal Junction with Jungle Joe, an eco-adventure spotlighting 15 exotic animals including a nine-foot albino python, a red kangaroo, an African serval cat, foxes and an eagle owl. A school show for all ages but open to the public. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. April 13 at 10 a.m. $6.50. 826-1100.
Sheep Day! Meet real sheep and learn about their ways through special crafts and activities. Children’s Museum, 2 W. Seventh St., Bloomsburg. April 17, 10 to 4 p.m. 389-9206.
Harold and the Purple Crayon, a stage show based on the book series by Crockett Johnson following the adventures of an inventive young boy. Presented by Enchantment Theatre Company. A school show for pre-kindergarten to grade three but open to the public. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. April 21 at 10 a.m. $6.50. 826-1100.
Fish Day! Meet a local fisherman to learn about fish and fishing. With special art projects, crafts and activities. Children’s Museum, 2 W. Seventh St., Bloomsburg. April 24, 10 to 4 p.m. 389-9206.
Mathemagic! Acclaimed magician and educator Bradley Fields performs magic illusions then teaches the secrets behind some startling math tricks. A school show for kindergarten to grade eight but open to the public. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. May 13 at 10 a.m. $6.50. 826-1100.
The Gizmo Guys, a unique combination of humor and juggling by Allan Jacobs and Barrett Felker. A school show for kindergarten to grade five but open to the public. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. May 14 at 10 a.m. $6.50. 826-1100.
Nickelodeon’s Storytime Live! Leap into Fairytale Land with “Dora the Explorer,” “The Backyardigans,” “Wonder Pets” and “The Monkey King” in this musical adventure. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. May 20 at 4 and 7 p.m. $32, $22, $18. 826-1100.
Tree Day! Celebrate trees with facts, activities and fun. Children’s Museum, 2 W. Seventh St., Bloomsburg. May 22, 10 to 4 p.m. 389-9206.
Frogs and Toads Together. Meet real frogs and toads and learn about amphibians through special crafts and activities. Children’s Museum, 2 W. Seventh St., Bloomsburg. June 5, 10 to 4 p.m. 389-9206.
Snake Day! Meet real snakes and learn about their ways through special crafts and activities. Children’s Museum, 2 W. Seventh St., Bloomsburg. June 19, 10 to 4 p.m. 389-9206.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carole’s Crazy Kidsongs, a collection of songs for young children written and performed by Trucksville resident Carole Kennely is available for sale at Gallery of Sound stores, the Harris Conservatory for the Performing Arts in Luzerne and online at amazon.com.
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