May 18
Arts and Entertainment Calendar
Visual Arts
The Calligraphers Guild of Northeastern Pennsylvania exhibit at Anthology Bookstore in Downtown Scranton, 515 Center St., Scranton. 570.341.1443.
Oil Painting Classes by Marylou Chibirka at Dalton Art Studio, two- hour sessions, all levels welcomed. Info: 570.563.2774
Art classes with Barry Singer, Tuesdays, 4 to 5 pm ages eight to 12, 5 to 6 pm ages 13 and up, at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 School St., Clarks Summit. Cost: $40 a month (includes all supplies) Info: 570.945.7807 or visit www.barrysartroom.com
Art Show and Sale more than 100 original paintings by Anita Ambrose, at Summit Frameworks, 111 North Abington Rd. Clarks Green, thru Thanksgiving. Info: 570.587.0162.
Painting and Music Lessons, Chibirka Gallery Art and Music Studio, Clarks Summit/Dalton area, flexible schedules. Info: Call 570.563.2774 or 570.903.5982.
Performing Arts
Catholic Choral Society 62nd season, rehearsals Tuesday evenings at 7 pm at the IHM Center at Marywood University. The group, composed of members from both Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties, performs sacred, classical, Broadway and popular music and welcomes new members. No auditions required. Ann Manganiello is the music director with Jean Shields as accompanist while Brenda Grunza and Dr. Thomas Rittenhouse are the co-presidents. Info: www.catholicchoralsociety.org and 570.587.2753.
Indian Dance Classes, at the Waverly Community House, Thursdays 3:30 pm in the Scout Room. Info: 570.586.3917.
Live Jazz Every Wednesday with The Marko Marcinko Jazz Quartet at Amici Restaurant 1300, Morgan Hwy, Clarks Summit, 8 to 11 pm Info: 570.586.3000 or visit www.markomarcinko.com
Live Jazz Night, Fridays at Ruths Chris Steak House, The Mohegan Sun Casino 6 to 9 pm with The Jim Waltich Jazz Trio featuring different guests each week
Traditional Egyptian belly dance, taught by master teacher Diana Shahein, Wednesdays, 6 to 7 pm at Everything Natural, 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Cost: $50 per month. Info: 570.424.5050, email dianashahein@aol.com or visit www.beledidancetheatre.org.
Sandstorm with Rachel Kali Dare, aerobic workout based on Middle Eastern/ E. European movement and creative visualization. No experience necessary. Learn various dance techniques. Linn McDonald School of Dance, 1501 Wyoming Ave. Scranton. Thursdays 6:30 to 8 pm Cost: $10 per class. First class $5. Info: 570.346.7106 or standuphungry@yahoo.com
Singers sought, Wally Gordon Community Singers, Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit, Tuesdays, 7:30 pm No auditions required. Info: Loriann Valentine Kerber, 570.586.2595; Judi Jones, 570.587.5365; Dale Thomas, 570.575.4708.
Lackawanna Trail High School Concerts, The Lackawanna Trail High School Music Department has announced their concert schedule for May. All concerts will be held in the high school auditorium. May 25: Senior High Band Concert 7 pm
Modern Buddhism: Meditation for a Modern Way of Life, Thursdays, to July 21, 7 to 8:30 pm at Waverly Community House, 1115 North Abington Road, Waverly. These classes offer simple, practical, and inspiring teachings and meditation techniques for solving difficulties in our daily life. With Buddhist teacher Barb Stein. Cost: $10 general/$5 seniors and students. Info: www.kadampanewyork.org or call 845-856-9000.
The Wedding Singer, presented by the Music Box Repertory Company at the Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville, May 19 to 22, Thursdays through Saturdays: 8 pm, Sundays at 3 pm Buffet dinner is served 90 minutes before curtain. Tickets are now on sale for dinner and show and show-only. Info: 570.283.2195 or 800.698.PLAY.
Heaven Can Wait presented by the Actors Circle at the Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Rd. Scranton, May 20 to 22 Friday and Saturday at 8 pm, Sunday at 2 pm Cost: $8/$10/$12; Thursday, May 12 at 8 pm preview performance are $6/$8. Info: 570.342.9707 or www.actorscircle.org.
The View with a Scranton Attitude: Lets Hear It from the Boys! featuring Judge Jim Gibbons, Rusty Fender, Eric Logan, Rock 107s Prospector; Patrick Nibs Loughney, Mayor of Dunmore; and Scott Schaffer of WNEP-TV 16 on Friday, May 6, 6 pm cocktails, 7 pm show at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave. Info: email, info@scrantonculturalcenter.org or visit www.scrantonculturalcenter.org. Cost: $6
Avenging Arachne: a Nemesister Fable featuring Scranton artist Alicia Grega, May 18, 7 pm at The Olde Brick Theatre in Scranton. Admission is free of charge, although donations will be solicited to help offset the cost of refreshments and actor stipends.
Comedy for a Cause, Local comedians will host comedy night to raise awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer, May 21 at 7 pm at 20th ward, 2028 Pittston Ave., Scranton. Info and tickets: PSPRATT.COM
The Last Station and Other Stories from a Writers Life: an afternoon with Jay Parini, May 21at the Electric Theatre Company, Scranton. To reserve seats, or for more information, call 570.558.1515.
The Annual Farewell/Senior Recital, presented by the Wyoming Seminary student musicians, May 27, 4 pm in the Great Hall of Wyoming Seminary, 228 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Cost: Free. Info: 570.270.2190.
Swingin On Vine: Block Party, May 27, 5 to 8 pm, 500 Block of Vine St. Advance tickets available at: Albright Memorial Library 500 Vine Street, Scranton, Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, Green Ridge Street and Wyoming Ave, Scranton, all Proceeds Will Benefit the Albright Memorial Library. Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door, those interested must be 21 years old, admission includes: beer, wine, cocktails and music. Info: 570.348.3013 or visit www.albright.org.
Anthracite Heritage Conference, May 27, 8 am to 3 pm and May 28, 8:30 am to 5 pm at the Anthracite Heritage Museum, McDade Park, Scranton Cost: $25, $20 for members of the museum and $15 for students, two day reservations: $45, $35 for members of the museum and $25 for students. Info: 570.963.4804, or visit www.anthracitemuseum.org.
Nature Ramble with Rebecca Lesko, Meet in front of the EMNC Lodge at Camp Lackawanna, May 28, 1 to 4 pm Lesko will wander the forest looking for animal signs and at the health of the plants, blooming flowers, and search the trees along the river for bald eagles and other birds. Shell discuss any seasonal nature happenings and wildlife habits. Wear sneakers or hiking boots, dress in layers, and bring a water bottle or purchase one at the EMNC store. Canceled, if inclement weather. Recommended for adults and children in first grade and above. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: free.
Grand Canyon of PA Bus Trip, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 2. Leave the Dietrich at 7:45 am and return at about 7:00 pm Guided by: Jane Frye, naturalist. Admission: $100 Take in the sights of the Little Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania and Wellsboro on this scenic bus trip. Space is limited. Call 570.996.1500 to register.
Sisters of Swing: The Story of the Andrew Sisters, June 1 through Sept. 3 at The Shawnee Playhouse. Cost: $28/$25/$15. Info: www.theshawneeplayhouse.com or by calling 570.421.5093.
Childrens Summer Theatre Workshop, at the The Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville, for children ages eight to 12, classes begin July 25 and run Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 am to noon through August 19. Students will perform Disneys Aladdin Kids on August 19 and 20. Cost: $200 per child. Info: 570.283.2195
Fixing Joe a benefit for Electric Theatre Company featuring Joe Matarese, June 17 and 18, 8 pm at the Electric Theatre Company, 326 Spruce St., 2nd Floor, Downtown Scranton. Cost: $25 general, $20 seniors and $15 students. Info: 570.558.1515 or visit www.electrictheatre.org.
Songs amp; Games for Tots, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 18 and July 16, 11 am Presented by: Bill Frye Admission: Free. A morning of songs and games with Bill Frye and his guitar. Children and adults will share smiles and sing and dance. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Coyote: A Trickster Tale from the Southwest, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 25 at 1 pm and 1:30 pm A play performed by the Dietrich Childrens Theatre. Cost: Free. Sponsored by: Pennsylvania Humanities Council. Info: 570.996.1500 or tickets at the door while they last.
Shakespeare in the Park Hamlet, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 25, pm Presented by: Gamut Theatre Group. Cost: Free. At Tunkhannocks Riverside Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Bridal Bliss: A Runway Retrospective Show, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 26, 1 pm Cost: Advance tickets $40 each; $45 at the door if available. Info: 570.996.1500 for reservations. Proceeds benefit the Dietrich Theater. A retrospective bridal show that will include gowns from the 1920s to the present day. This fundraiser will showcase the historical evolution of bridal attire featuring local models and gowns from Wyoming and nearby counties. In addition, popular music and floral arrangements from each decade will be a dessert reception will follow provided by Atlantic Fish amp; Fabulous Foods, Sweet Sensations, and Chocolates by Leopold, Dee Dees Delights, Thomas Market and Ah! Some chocolates.
Acting Camp for Kids, The Dietrich, Tunkhannock, Ages 7 ? 12: Camp 1: June 20 to 24 from 10:30 am ? noon. Camp 2: July 25 ? 29 from 2 to 3:30 pm Ages 4 ? 6: June 20 ? 24 from 2 to 3 pm Instructor: Michaela Moore of All About Theatre. Cost: Ages 7 ? 12: $60 per week. Ages 4 ? 6: $40 per week. A casual performance for family and friends will end each week. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Crazy Commercials, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 20 to 24 from 10 am to 12:30 pm For ages 9 to 14. Instructor: Rand Whipple, Box of Light Theatre. Cost: $60. Students will create their products and the commercials to sell them. Learn to shoot, edit, and create sound effects for digital film. Info: 570.996.1500 to sign up.
Dance! Dance! Dance! The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 27 and 28, Ages 2 amp; 3: 9 ? 9:45 am, Ages 4 to 6: 10 ? 10:45 am, Ages 7 to 9: 11:00 ? 11:45 am Instructor: Judy Weist, Stage Door Dance Studio. Cost: Free. Explore the world of dance, rhythm and movement through these introductory workshops with Judy Weist of Stage Door Dance Studio. No experience is required. Space is limited. Info: 570.996.1500 to sign up.
Digital Arts Camp, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 20 to 24 from 1:30 to 3:30 pm for ages 8 through 14. Instructor: Rand Whipple, Box of Light Theatre. Cost: $60. Students will work in groups as they explore the arts through claymation, robotics and special effects. Campers will also learn how to shoot, edit and score their own short films. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Dino-mite: Theatre amp; Visual Arts Camp, The Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock. June 27 to July 1 Ages 7 12, 10 am to noon. Ages 4 6, 1:30 to 2:30 pm Instructors: Michaela Moore and Amy Colley. Cost: Ages 7 ? 12: $60/camp and Ages 4 ? 6: $40/camp. Learn about acting, character and story while creating your own cave, dino-masks, prehistoric dino-jewelry, costumes and dinosaur characters. The camp will end with a dino-mite play for parents and friends. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Unforgettable, bust trip to the musical at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, NJ, July 21, presented by The Abington Senior Community Center. Trip includes full course meal, show, and desserts. Cost: Members $80, non-members $85. Info: 570.586.8996.
Metropolitan Talent presents Celtic Thunder Heritage, Oct. 2, 7:30 pm at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave. Scranton. Cost: $75, $60, $49.50.
Celtic Thunder Heritage, Oct. 2, 7:30 pm at the Scranton Cultural Center. Cost: $75/$60/$49.50. Info: www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling 1-800-745-3000.
Music Box Theatre Academy for ages 13-18, at the Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville, classes begin August 30 and will be held twice weekly in the evening through Oct. 13. The students will perform Grease on Oct.14, 15 and 16. Cost: $275 per student. Info: 570.283.2195.
Literary Arts
Everhart Reads at Anthology Books! 6 to 8 pm, third Thursday of each month. Cost: Discussion group free and open to ages 16 and up. Info: Andrea at scranthology@gmail.com.
Writers Group, for ages 18 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 pm, ongoing. Come and read your work or listen and be inspired. All genres and levels of writing welcome. Cost: Free. Info: 570.996.1500.
Arts, Crafts and More
Mixed Media for Kids, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. Preschool Art: Thursdays from 11 to 11:45 am Series: 2: May 5, 12, 19, 26. Mommy amp; Me: Fridays from 11 to 11:45 am May 6, 13, 20, 27. Ages 6 to 12: Fridays from 4 to 5:30 pm Series 2: May 6, 13, 20, 27. Instructors: Steve and Amy Colley. Cost: $35 per series. Explore the arts through a variety of media as you create pottery, sculpture, drawings, paintings and collage masterpieces. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Quilting for Kids, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. Wednesdays through July 20 from 3:30 pm ? 5:00 pm For ages 6 and up. Instructors: Terry Keller, Peggy Lane amp; Ingrid Rogler. Cost: $6 per class. No experience is required. All materials will be provided. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Intergenerational Quilting, for ages 13 and up at The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. Wednesdays through July 20 from 6 to 7:30 pm Instructors: Terry Keller, Peggy Lane and Ingrid Rogler. Cost: $6 per class. Learn early American quilting techniques as you make a double pinwheel quilt. See how you can create movement through the use of light and dark materials. Well show you how fabric choices can yield quilted treasures. All materials will be provided. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Open Studio: Painting, Drawing amp; Pottery, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. For adults and students ages 13 and up. May 24 from 7 pm to 8:30 pm Instructor: Steve Colley. Cost: $50 for a series or $15 per class. Students of all levels of experience will have the opportunity to work at their own pace and with the medium of their choice. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Decorative Painting, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, for ages 16 to adult, May 18, 25, June 15, 22, 29 from noon to 3 pm Instructor: Wendy Rozelle. Cost: $20 per class plus cost of painting surface. Learn decorative painting techniques while creating decorative pieces for your home or to give as gifts. Preregistration is required. Info: 570.996.1500 to sign up.
Introduction to Stained Glass, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 13 from 6 to 9 pm For ages 16 and up. Instructor: Esther Harmatz. Cost: $60. Learn the first steps of working with glass to create stained glass pieces. Each student will leave with a finished item in each session. All glass supplies and equipment will be provided. Info:570.996.1500 to sign up.
Jewelry Making: Easy Attachments, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, May 23 from 6 to 9 pm For ages 16 and up. Instructor: Esther Harmatz. Cost: $60. Have fun learning about different types of jewelry attachments and easy wire wrapping techniques. How to make neat loops and coils, add bead embellishments and how to use a peg template will be included. Students will create a bracelet and a pair of earrings to take home. All materials will be supplied. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Learn Tunisian Crochet, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, May 19 at 7 pm For ages 16 and up. Instructor: Sarah Sidorek. Cost: $35. Learn a new way to crochet. Use a Tunisian crochet hook and learn 3 basic stitches to make a scarf. All materials will be provided. Beginners are welcome. Info: 570.996.1500 to register.
Photography for Beginners, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. June 13, 20 from 7 to 9 pm and June 11 from 1 to 3 pm For ages 16 and up. Instructor: Kenny Ganz, Steamtown National Historic Site Photographer. Cost: $75. Improve your photography skills with an experienced instructor. Students will meet at the Dietrich each week and proceed to various locations to photograph. Gain practical shooting experience along with personalized instruction.
Sign Language for Beginners, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, May 26 from 6:30 to 8 pm Ages 16 to adult. Instructor: Mary Ann Stefko, Assistant to the Principal at the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children. Admission: $40 for the series. Participants in this course will be introduced to American Sign Language (ASL). This introductory course will focus on learning the Manual Alphabet. Finger spelling skills will be developed to provide a foundation for learning ASL. In addition, participants will learn common phrases and will begin to explore the deaf culture. Call 570.996.1500 to sign up.
Spanish for Beginners, The Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, June 8 from 7 to 8 pm Instructor: Victoria Romero. Admission: $50. Students will learn basic Spanish phrases and vocabulary using a variety of teaching methods. Hispanic culture will also be explored. This class will be tailored to individuals language learning goals. Call 570.996.1500 to register.
Drawing Social, AfA Gallery, 514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton every Sunday, 6 to 9 pm, Cost: $5 general, $2 student
BYOB (Bring Your Own BOSU), Mondays and Wednesdays, 5 pm at Everything Natural, Clarks Summit. Instructor: Kevin Rail. Cost: $10 per class; $70 for 8 weeks. Info: 570.498.7885
Hatha Yoga, Mondays, 9:30 am and Thursdays, 9 am at Everything Natural in Clarks Summit, Instructor: Nora Fox, Cost: $12 per class. Info: 570.498.7885
Hatha Yoga, Svaroopa Style, Tuesdays, 9:30 am and 6 pm and Saturdays, 10 am at Everything Natural in Clarks Summit, Instructor: Barbara Cohen. Cost: $15 per class; $100 for 8 weeks. Info: 570.498.7885
Traditional Egyptian belly dance taught by master teacher Diana Shahein. Wednesdays from 6 to 7 pm, Everything Natural 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit. $50 per month, $15 per class. Info; 570.343.2033; dianashahein@aol.com www.beledidancetheatre.org
Course in Miracles, Everything Natural in Clarks Summit, Fridays at 4:30 pm
Music Together, Scout Room, Waverly Community House, Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:15 to 11:15 am and Wednesdays 2:15 to 3:15 pm Info: www.totsandtunes.net, or 570.877.3866.
Tarot Readings by Intuitive Counselor, Rev. Whitney Mulqueen, Thursdays, 6 to 9:30 pm at The Montrose Inn in Montrose on Route 29. Cost: $25 for 15 to 20 minutes. Info:570.575.8649
Astrology Workshop held the first Sunday of each month at Goddess Creations in Clarks Summit. Info: 570.575.8649 to reserve your space. Cost: $45, includes any class materials.
Childrens Art Corner, STAR Gallery, Mall at Steamtown, Scranton, Saturdays, noon to 2 pm Cost: $5. Info: 570.969.2537, 570.344.3048.
Womens Fitness Class, Tuesdays from 6 to 7 pm at the Newton Recreational Center, Cost: $12. Info: 570.587.5791.
After School Fitness Program, Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, ages 10 to 14, at the Newton Recreational Center. Cost: $70 for six weeks. Info: 570.587.5791.
Yoga for You, Dietrich Theater 60 E. Tioga St. Tunkhannock, Wednesdays 10 to 11 am Yoga Instructor: Melissa Russo. This class will teach or reinforce the basic yoga poses (asanas) which gently stretch and strengthen the body. Attention will be given to breathing and alignment in postures. Please bring a mat or beach towel. Cost: $10 per class. Info: 570.996.1500 or visit www.dietrichtheater.com.
Yoga for Beginners, Fridays, 10 am Everything Natural, Clarks Summit, registration required. Info: 570.498.7885. Instructor: Barbara Cohen. Cost: $75 for 6 weeks (Make-up classes available).
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