THIS WEEK: Oct. 12 to 18, 2016
Organizational Ethics in Healthcare: Thinking and Doing, a talk by Dr. F. Daniel Davis, director of bioethics at the Geisinger Health System. Burke Auditorium, McGowan School of Business, West Union and North River streets, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre. 7 p.m. Oct. 13. Free. 570-208-5900, ext. 5689.
Poetry Reading, a book-release party for the Nightshade Press publication “Down the Dog Hole: 11 Poets on Northeast Pennsylvania” with readings by Thomas Blomain, Craig Czury, Brian Fanelli, Dawn Leas, Amanda Bradley, Erin Delaney, Nancy Dymond, David Elliott, Jane Julius Honchell, Susan Luckstone Jaffer and Laurel Radzieski. Library Express, The Marketplace at Steamtown, 300 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 6 p.m. Oct. 14. 570-945-8600.
Warrior Writers, the program to empower veterans through creative writing. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 14. and continuing every second Friday of the month. All veterans welcome. 570-996-1500.
Reading Disorder Workshop, a talk on “The Neuropsychology of Reading Disorders: Diagnosis and Intervention.” Kane Forum, Leahy Hall, University of Scranton. 8:30 a.m. Oct. 18. $50. Registration: 570-941-7421.
Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon, a talk on “Crime Online: The Investigation and Prosecution of Cyber Criminals” by Judge Thomas Vanaskie, U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals. Collegiate Hall, University of Scranton. Noon on Oct. 18. $20. Reservations: 570-941-6206.
ONGOING EXHIBITS
The Evolution of Olivia Grace, various photographic portraits of a girl transforming into adolescence by Lori Ann Brunetti. Through Oct. 29 at Camerawork Gallery, 515 Center St., Scranton. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. 570-344-3313.
Howard Hao Tran: Drawings and Sculptures, works ranging from figurative sculpture to abstract, two-dimensional pieces in a variety of mediums. Through Oct. 30 with a meet-the-artist reception 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 21. Widmann Gallery, Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, North Main and West Jackson streets, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. 570-208-5900, ext. 5328.
Scranton’s Historic Buildings, detailed renderings of the city’s landmarks by local artist Don Murray. With a reception and exhibit talk 6 p.m. Oct. 25. Continues through Dec. 9 in the Heritage Room of the Weinberg Memorial Library, University of Scranton. Generally open 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays; noon to 8 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 11:30 p.m. Sundays (with some exceptions). 570-941-6341.
Dr. Armbruster Laboratories, paintings, prints and glassworks by Keith Garubba, exploring the relationship between art and science. Through Oct. 28 at Artists for Art Gallery, 514 Lackwanna Ave., Scranton. Hours: noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. 570-969-1040.
NEPA Rainbow Alliance, a group exhibition in multiple mediums by more than 20 artists. Through Oct. 28 at Artists for Art Gallery, 514 Lackwanna Ave., Scranton. Hours: noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. 570-969-1040.
The Artist’s Garden, a solo show of original paintings by Maine artist Julia Einstein, inspired by a love of flowers and botanicals. Through Oct. 29 at Mainstreet Gallery, 370 Pierce St., Kingston. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. 570-287-5589.
Screamworks Exhibition, a group show of “horrifying” paintings, sculpture, music and writing from the area’s spookiest artists. Through Oct. 31 at STEAMworks, Marketplace at Steamtown, 300 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 570-507-4128.
Working with Nature’s Canvas, a show of painted, carved, wood-burned, woven, beaded and sculpted gourds by Claudia Hill and Susan Pekala. Through Oct. 31 at the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, 8050 Running Valley Road, Stroudsburg. Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. most Saturdays. 570-629-3061.
Group Exhibit, nautical and island-themed watercolors and photography by Stephen Parulski, photography by Grace Marie Amico and works by graphic designer Alan McLaughlin. Through Nov. 4 at Marquis Art and Frame, 122 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. 570-823-0518.
Paul Bracey: One Eye Photographs, an eclectic mix “from Scranton to the Milky Way with stops in between.” Through Nov. 11 at Something Special, 23 W. Walnut St., Kingston. Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. 570-288-8386.
Art the Vote, a group show of works themed around the American election process. The Exchange, 24 E. Main St., Bloomsburg. Through Nov. 12 with hours 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. 570-317-2596.
Glenburn Art Show and Sale, the 12th annual exhibit with works by local artists. Glenburn Township Building, 54 Waterford Road, Dalton. Through Dec. 8 with hours 9 a.m. to noon Mondays through Thursdays. 570-954-1489.
Some Enchanted Land: The Paintings of John Willard Raught, local landscapes by the Dunmore native who received international recognition for his works. Through Dec. 31 at the Everhart Museum, 1901 Mulberry St., Scranton. Open noon to 4 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. 570-346-7186.
Wolves, Magic Mirrors & Spinning Wheels: The Anatomy of Fairy Tales, a multi-disciplinary exhibit highlighting the museum’s collection of contemporary art to illustrate how fairy and folk tales are archetypal stories inspiring and interpreting popular culture. Through Dec. 31 at the Everhart Museum, 1901 Mulberry St., Scranton. Open noon to 4 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Closed Christmas Day. 570-346-7186.
Railroad Photography of Daniel Troy, works capturing the industrial beauty of railroad equipment against the natural beauty of North American landscapes. Through Dec. 31 at Steamtown National Historic Site, 300 Cliff St., Scranton. Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 570-340-5200.
Bringing the Giant to Its Knees: The History of the Giant’s Despair Hillclimb, exploring the 110-year history of the motor race and its participants through art, trophies, artifacts, programs and memorabilia. Through March 1 at the Luzerne County Historical Society Museum, 69 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. 570-823-6244.
FUTURE
Tower: Paintings by Dale Emmart. Opens Oct. 21 with an artist’s lecture at 5 p.m. in Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall, followed by a reception 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall, Jefferson Avenue and Linden Street, Scranton. Continues through Nov. 18. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Sundays to Fridays; 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays. 570-941-4214.
Hemingway and the Veneto, photographs of author Ernest Hemingway and the people, places and things that were dearest to him during World War I and his time in Venice and Veneto. Opens Oct. 22 with a talk by author Valerie Hemingway speaking on “Perspectives on Hemingway and the Image: A Symposium on the Life and Writing of Ernest Hemingway” at 5 p.m. in Lemmond Theater, Walsh Hall. Continues through Dec. 10 at the Pauly Friedman Art Gallery, Insalaco Hall, Misericordia University, 301 Lake St., Dallas. Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays; 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. 570-674-6250.
Ying Li, works by the Beijing-born artist. Oct. 25 to Dec. 18 at the Sordoni Art Gallery, Stark Learning Center, 150 S. River St., Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. 570-408-4325.
Day of the Dead: A Celebration of Life and Culture, a collaboration by the Wyoming Valley Art League and Langcliffe Presbyterian Church with an art exhibit, guest speakers, TEDtalk video screening, poetry readings and traditional ofrendas (altars) created by the community. Wyoming Valley Art League, Rear 130 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2. Free. 570-288-1020.
