
July 26
Clarks Summit-Abington Reunion Committee for Class of 1960 seeks members: Sharon Bunnell Hellman, Carol Cobb Kish, Patricia Dunning Butler, Connie Hatfield Dailey, Sue Ellen Kadison Vecchiotti, Elizabeth Nash, Barbara Neidlinger, Rosalie Novak White, Judith Seamans Halloway and Patricia Mcavaney Flynn. Info:570.587.3056 or 570.587.3676.
Call for entries for the Glenburn Township 7th Annual Art Show and Sale, the Glenburn Township 7th Annual Art Show and Sale will be on display at the Glenburn Township Building at 54 Waterford Road, Dalton on Oct. 2, through Dec. 8. the show may be viewed during regular office hours from 9 a.m. to noon or by appointment. the opening reception will be held Oct. 2 from 3 to 5 p.m. Cost: Admission is free and light refreshments will be served. Original artwork by many local artists will be available for sale.the theme for this year’s show is “the Creative Spirit.” there will be a variety of works in many media including watercolor, oil, pastel, acrylic, pencil and mixed media. Photography will also be accepted. there will be a“People’s Choice” award. this project is supported by a Lackawanna County Arts and Culture Municipality Grant, a program of the Lackawanna County Commissioners and the Lackawanna County Council on the arts. Info: 954.1489.
Endless Mountains Council of the Arts call for entries.the EMCA will hold a monthly auction of art, supplies and crafts beginning Aug. 17. Work will be featured on the EMCA Web site during the weeks leading up to the in-person auction. Auctions will be held the third Tuesday of each month thereafter. Work should be dropped off at the EMCA Gallery, 302 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock on the first Friday and/or Saturday of the month. Info: 570.945.7621 or 570.836.3622.
Glenburn Sewing Club now accepting new members, open to ages 6 to 19, for all experience levels. Instructors are Hilda Lewis and Ann Northup. Info: 570.563.1369.
Free Radon test kits available through American Lung Association, apply online at lunginfo.com/freeradonkit. one kit per household, Pa. residents only.
Seniors may qualify for a power wheelchair at little or no cost, contact Miracle on Wheels at 1.800.400.4210.
Cell Phone Collection, Abington Heights High School Students against Destructive Decisions are collecting cell phones at the High School. all cell phones are cleared and programmed with 911 for use by the elderly. the phones may be dropped off in the main office of the High School.
Overeaters Anonymous meetings, first Presbyterian Church, 201 Stone Ave., Clarks Summit, weekly, Mon. and Wed., 7 p.m.; Tue. and Thu., 9:30 a.m. and Sun., 4 p.m. Info: 570.587.4313.
American Red Cross, to find a blood drive location and date near you, go to NEPAGIVELIFE.ORG. Click on the NEPA map under Donations or call 1.800.GiveLife and make a local appointment.
MetroAction Certified to Offer Professional Development Training for Area Child Care Providers, MetroAction is currently offering scholarships to eligible child care providers to attend the Small Business Institute program for free. Info/registration: 570.341.0270 or MetroAction.org.
Donations request for used school uniforms, Our Lady of the Snows Church, donating to Limulungo Community School, Mongu District in Western Zambia, Africa. any size white shirt, navy and plaid skirts, pants, shorts, sweaters and sweat shirts welcome. Info: 570.587.3268 to arrange drop-off and pick-up.
MetroAction announces launch of STEP loan and mentoring program, program offers increased hope to entrepreneurs seeking small business loans in Lackawanna County during a nationwide credit crunch. Loans provided within the STEP loan program range from $250 to $2,500. Info: metroaction.org.
Glenburn 4-H Sewing Club, registration for 4-H textile science projects. Boys and girls, age 8 to 19 are invited. Info: Register at Penn State Cooperative Extension office, 570.963.6842.
Volunteers needed for Ombudsman (Resident Rights’ Advocate) Program, Community neighbors who are trained to help clarify responsibilities and the rights of those in long-term living facilities. must be over 18. Info: Sylvia Kolosinsky, Director of volunteer services, 570.344.3931.
Weight Training Classes, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 8:30 to 9:45 a.m., Waverly Comm gym. Bring your weights and a mat or ball. Info: 570.575.7853.
Young Adult Quit (YAQ) Smoking Study. Smokers ages 18 to 30 who join the study receive free materials to quit smoking, two weeks of free nicotine patches and two gift cards for completion of the study. Info: yaqstudy.org email info@yaqstudy.com or 1.866.371.9362 ext. 4349.
4-H program request volunteers to teach project skills and serve as role models for youth. Adults needed to serve as volunteer leaders of 4-H clubs (five or more members, ages 8-19). Policies and procedures to ensure that 4-H programs take place in a positive and safe environment. all individuals must successfully complete the Penn State Cooperative Extension’s screening process for volunteers before volunteer work can begin. Info:963.6842.
Rural Development’s 502 Direct Loan program provides an opportunity for income eligible, creditworthy, rural individuals and families by making home ownership affordable. Info: Wyoming Area Office 570.836.5111, Ext. 4 or eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov.
Cub Scout Pack 251, sponsored by the Clarks Green United Methodist Church. Info: Cub Master, Tom Sheakoski, 586.8049 or clarksgreen251.org
The Scranton Rescue Missions offers food and clothing. the Scranton Rescue Mission, 8 West Olive Street, offers a Community Service and meals every Fri., Sat., Sun. and Mon. at 5:25 p.m. Free haircuts first and second Sat. of the month during Bible Study. Every Sunday evening following the evening service, the mission distributes non-perishable food and clothes. anyone in need of spiritual help, food or clothing can contact scrantonrescuemission.com or 570.357.6677.
Horseback Riding Lessons at Elk Stables, Uniondale. all levels taught. Riding instructor Whitney Mulqueen. Children and adults welcome. Indoor arena and outdoor arena. Info/ to schedule:570.575.8649.
The Calligrapher’s Guild of Northeastern Pennsylvania exhibit at Anthology Bookstore, 515 Center Street, Scranton, Anthology is open Mon. through Fri. from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sat from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun from noon until 4 p.m. for directions call 341.1443.
USDA Rural Development has a program available to assist homeowners with repairs to their dwellings. Info: contact the Wyoming Area Office at one Hollowcrest Complex, Tunkhannock, 18657, 570.836.5111 Ext. 4, e-mail Beatrice Elliott, Rural Development Loan Specialist at gov or visit rurdev.usda.gov/pa/.
Three gardens available for adoption at Christy Mathewson Park, if interested in volunteering to help care for gardens please contact the Shade Tree Commission at 945.1014 or via email at or on Facebook at Factoryville Borough.
Newton Recreation Center Summer Hours, 1814 Newton Ransom Blvd., Clarks Summit, to August 31: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sun Closed.
Senior Citizens for Senior Dogs, Sponsored by Laura’s Hope Rescue. Unites humans and dogs that are in the same period of their lives. Seniors willing to help other seniors in need can contact the rescue at 280.2083.
Car Donation for Boys and Girls club in US, just have to have a title. Info: 1.800.246.0493.
Boys and Girls Club Car Donation Program, Cars do not have to be functional, but need a title. the cars are sold at auctions and funds benefit the club. Info: 1.800.246.0493.
11th Annual Celebrity Soup Sale Fundraising Event, run by NEPAs “Meals on Wheels” program. Restaurants donate their signature soup to Meals on Wheels, which is packaged and frozen for sale at $5 per pint to area businesses. Orders made in Oct., soup picked up in Nov. Info: 346.2421.packaged and frozen for sale at $5 per pint to area businesses.
July 27: Craft Show, continuing through July 31 at the Viewmont Mall in Dickson City. Featuring a variety of exquisite handmade crafts, jewelry, art and gifts. the event will be held during mall hours throughout the property.
The Frank-James Duo Concert, at 7 p.m. on the lawn of the Chinchilla United Methodist Church, 411 Layton rd. Hot dogs, ice cream and beverages will be sold. Cost: free, but a free will offering will be taken. Info: 226.6207
July 28: Family Concert and Block Party, at Waverly Community House at 5:30 p.m. Cost: $25 per family. Info: 586.8191 ext. 5.
Abington Heights Aquatics open swim/lap swim, from 1 to 4 p.m. Info: 570.687.4873.
Summer Acrylic Painting Classes, at the Abington Senior Community Center from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $8. Sign up a week in advance. Info: 586.8996.
LinkedIn NEPA Networkers Winter Mixer, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the patio at the Backyard Ale House on Linden Street, downtown Scranton. Hors d’ouevres and beer, wine or soda. Cost: $15. RSVP: events.linkedin.com/NEPA-Networkers-Summer-Social/pub/710373.
July 29: the Quiet Men Performance, at Streamside Park Pavilion, mill Street in Dalton at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Dalton Business & Professional Assoc. Cost: Free. Info: 587.0505.
Lackawanna County Arts Alive Noontime Concert, from noon to 1 p.m. on the Linden Street side of the Courthouse. Info: 963.6800 ext. 1854.
Round two Dancing with the NEPA Stars, at Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple at 5:30 p.m. Cost: $16. Info: scrantonculturalcenter.org.
July 31: Bark at Nay Aug’s Picnic in thePark, 12 to 5 p.m. across from the pool pavilion at Nay Aug Park in Scranton. to benefit the American Red Cross of Lackawanna County and Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. Info: barkatnayaug.org
Lithuanian Heritage Day Program, at Anthracite Heritage Museum, McDade Park, Scranton from 1 to 5 p.m. Seating is limited so reservations are recommended. Reserve/Info: 963.4804.
Sunday Night Service with LU (Love You), at Pocono Mountain Bible Conference from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Info: camppmbc.com.
August 1: Girl Scouts Double dare Summer Camp, at 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Nay Aug Park in Scranton, runs through August 5. Free for all non-registered girl scouts. Registered girl scouts must bring a friend who is not a girl scout as their admission fee. Info: 307.0601.
August 2: Earth Camp, run by Abington Area Joint Recreational Board. August 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Abington Area Community Park on Winola rd. in Clarks Summit. Cost: $60 per session. Children entering grade 5, 6, or 7 are eligible. Info: aajrb.com/earthcamp. Register: active.com.
August 3: Dalton Fire Company Ladies AuxiliaryMeeting, at the Dalton Fire Hall at 6:30.
Veterans Open House Motorcycle and Classic Car Show, at the Salvation Army Ladore Lodge, 398 South Street, Waymart from 10 a.m. to 3p.m. Free lunch. Register: 488.6129.
August 4: Nineteenth Annual Country Bazaar at Church of St. Benedict in Newton Twp. Continues through Aug. 6. Info: 587-2756
Holistic Moms Network of Wyoming Valley Presents: Lacto-Fermentation, at forty Fort Park on Wyoming Avenue, forty Fort from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Learn about this ancient method of food preservation and how to incorporate probiotic rich foods into your diet. there will also be a demonstrate how to make lacto-fermented pickles. Info: 466.1347.
August 5: Rescheduled: the Lackawanna County Boys and Girls Junior Golf Tournament, at the Scranton Municipal Golf course for ages 12 to 17. Cost: $12.Info/register: 689.2686. Scranton Walking Tour, starts at Bosak BankBuilding at the corner of Lackawanna Avenue and Washington Avenue at 5 p.m. Info: 344.3841
Lackawanna County Paul La Belle and all that Jazz Noontime Concert, from noon to 1 p.m. on the Linden Street side of the Courthouse. Info: 963.6800 ext. 1854.
32nd Annual Montrose Blueberry Festival, runs to Aug 6. on Village Green in Montrose from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Info: 278.1881.
Benefit Comedy Night for the American Cancer Society, at the Wise Crackers Comedy Club in Wilkes-Barre. Doors will open at 8 p.m., and the show will start at 9 p.m. Cost: $15. Tickets: 562.9749. Info: endurebike.org.
August 6: the annual Lackawanna County Amateur Golf Tournament for adults, runs to August 7 at the Scranton Municipal Golf course. Cost: $23 per day. Info/registration: 689.2686.
Coal Town Rounders Play Hymns, at St. James on Route 247 in Dundaff at 6:30 p.m. Info: 878.4670.
Car wash to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, at Oakwood Terrace 400 Gleason Drive in Moosic. Donations of any amount appreciated. Basket raffle, lemonade and hot dog stands. Rain date: Sunday, August 7. for more information call Sylvia at 570.451.3171 x 116 or visit oakwoodterracenc.com
August 7: American Cancer Society Bike-A-Thon, at Wilkes University. Info: 562.9749 ext. 318 or endurebike.org.
Beaver Pond, at Salt Springs State Park at 1 p.m. Cost: members $10, non-members $15. Info: .
11th Annual Music in the Park, behind the Clifford Fireman’s Fairgrounds, rt. 106, Clifford from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Info: 679.2766.
Dalton Community Library wine tasting at Maiolatesi Wine Cellars in Scott Township, 3 to 5 p.m. Cost: $20, includes admission, one glass of wine and hors d’oeuvres. Entertainment will include keyboard player Susan Scherin. Some of the businesses donating to the event include Patsel’s, Terrace Caf� at Greystone Gardens, Dalton Country Store, Nooze’s, new Century Buffet and Sam’s Club. Tickets for this event are available at the Dalton Community Library located on 113 East Main Street, Dalton. Info: Library Director Shu Qiu at or call 570.563.2014.
Sunday Night Service with Rev. Jonathon Malanowski, at Pocono Mountain Bible Conference from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Info: camppmbc.com.
August 10: Adult Learner Open House, at Misercordia University from 4 to 7 p.m. in Huntzinger Room 218 of Sandy and Marlene Insalaco Hall. Info: 674.6791
August 12: Abington Heights Class of 1981 30th reunion, starts Aug. 12 upstairs at Armetta’s at 8 p.m. Events continue Aug. 13, 3 to 10 p.m. at the Boulevard Pub (formerly Thompson’s on the Newton/Ransom Blvd. Cost: Aug. 13, $35 includes food, wine, beer, live music or $40 cash day of event. Info: reply by Aug. 3 to: Leslie Graham, 1671 Lisa Lane, Clarks Summit PA 18411
Lackawanna County Joe DeMark Noontime Concert, from noon to 1 p.m. on the Linden Street side of the Courthouse. Info: 963.6800 ext. 1854.
Buds, Blooms and Berries: Plants in Science, Culture & Art Exhibit, at the Everhart Museum. Runs to Dec. 31. Info: 346.7186.
Rep. Sid Michaels Kavulich’s Senior fair, at St. Mary’s Center, 320 Mifflin Avenue, Scranton from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to local residents 60 and older, the event will include free health screenings, property tax and rent rebate applications, door prizes and free light refreshments. more than three dozen state and local organizations will be on hand to share information on programs and services benefiting senior citizens.
Heinz Rehab Annual old Fashioned Ice Cream Social, from noon to 4 p.m. in the Rose Brader Dining Room. enjoy milkshakes, root beer floats, strawberry sundaes, CMPs, and banana splits. Proceeds to benefit Heinz Rehab.
August 13: Scranton Latin Pride Weekend, runs until August 14 at Court House Square. Free. Info: scrantonlatinpride@gmail.com.
Salt Springs Art & Music Show, at Salt Springs State Park from noon to sunset. Free. Info: .
Perseids Meteor Shower full Moon Night Walk, at Salt Springs State Park at 8 p.m. Free. Info: .
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) full Moon Drumming Workshop, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Dingman’s Ferry in Lehman. Cost: Adults $30, kids $15. Info: 828.2319.
16th Annual Christy Mathewson Day Parade, at 11 a.m. at the Christy Mathewson Park in Tunkhannock. Parade entries needed. Info: 945.5877.
August 14: Sunday Night Service with choose this Day, at Pocono Mountain Bible Conference from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Info: camppmbc.com.
Princesses, Fairies and Pixies Enchanted Afternoon, at Willowbrook Senior Living Center in Clarks Summit at 1:30 p.m. for girls 2-10 yrs old. Cost: $15. Benefits American Cancer Society’s Camp Can do. Info: 586.6028
August 15: the University of Scranton Boys’ Basketball Camp, runs until Aug 19, Long Center. each day from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $185. Info: 941.7478.
Wonderful World of Water Day Camp, for ages 7 to 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lands at Hillside Farms in Shavertown.Continues through Aug.19. Cost: $10 deposit which will be refunded upon arrival. Register/info: 696.5540 or .
August 17: OSHA Alliance Seminar, at John Heinz rehabilitation Hospital, Mundy Street, Wilkes-barre from 2 to 6 p.m. Info: dlholly@pplweb.com.
Chicken-n-Biscuit or Ham Dinner at Clifford United Methodist Church from 4- 6 p.m. take out or dine with us. Cost: $7.95 donation includes dinner, dessert and drink.
August 19: Lackawanna County Jim Cullen/Danie-elle & Friends Noontime Concert, from noon to 1 p.m. on the Linden Street side of the Courthouse. Info: 963.6800 ext. 1854.
August 20: Misericordia University Open House, at Misericordia from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register/Info: 675.4449.
Bus trip to Harrisburg, run by Jermyn Historical Society. Cost: $55. Reserve by Aug 1. Reserve/Info: 876.1477.
Dalton United Methodist Church chicken barbecue, at the church from 2 to 6 p.m. Cost: Adults, $8; children 4 to 10, $4; children under 4 eat free. Info: 945.5586.
LHVA’s annual Heritage Explorer Train, train leaves Steamtown National Historic Site at 10 a.m., and arrives in Carbondale at 11:45 a.m. Tickets are free for children 12 and under, adult tickets are $5.00, and tickets for seniors 65 and over are $4.00. Tickets are available at all Lackawanna County libraries through August 17. Seating is limited, and tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. a free shuttle bus is available from Carbondale to Scranton. it departs Carbondale promptly at 9:00 a.m., and arrives at Steamtown NHS in time for passengers to board the Heritage Explorer Train.
Chinchilla United Methodist Church’s Annual Craft fair, at 411 Layton rd. Doug Smith’s Dixieland all Stars will also be performing at this event. Cost: free. Info:226.6207.
August 21: American Idol Live in Concert, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre at 7 p.m. Season ten finalists will perform. Tickets on sale may 13. at 10 a.m. Info: Natalie.geday@19entertainment.com or 310.432.9326.
Photo-Scavenger Hunt, at Salt Springs State Park from 1 to 5 p.m. Free. Info: .
All you Can Eat Breakfast Buffet, at the Clarks Summit Fire Company at 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $7 for adults, $4 for kids 10 years and younger. Info: 586.9656.
August 23: Cards for Charities Party/Luncheon, at Glenmaura National Golf Club at noon to benefit “Marworth Gift of Hope”. Reservations must be made by August 16. Cost: $25. Reservations/Info: 344.7049 or .
August 25: Fundraising event for “Walk the Talk … for the Cure” team at Patsel’s in Clarks Summit. the team will participate in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in new York scheduled for Oct. 15 and 16. Cost: $50 includes heavy appetizers and live entertainment. Cash bar. silent auctions will include: one -night stay at NYC’s Michelangelo Hotel, located between Times Square and Radio City Music Hall, a Junior Suite, valued at $925/night. Info: Event tickets must be prepaid within a week of the event with payment mailed to: Carmina Rinkunas at 2005 Elden Drive, Clarks Summit, PA 18411.
Summer Acrylic Painting Classes, at the Abington Senior Community Center from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $8. Sign up a week in advance. Info: 586.8996.
August 26: Lackawanna County George Wesley Noontime Concert, from noon to 1 p.m. on the Linden Street side of the Courthouse. Info: 963.6800 ext. 1854.
Ragtime Rumble, presented by the Clarks Summit Borough Centennial Committee, at Nichols Village from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: $20. Tickets available for sale at the Abington Journal, Angels Galleria, Sole to Soul, Sanderson place, everything Natural, Artisans Image, Lynn’s Hallmark, Clarks Summit Borough Bldg., Kidazzle and Nichols Village.
St. Stanislaus Polish National Catholic Cathedral Block Party, from 5 to 10 p.m. continuing through the 27th. Corner of Pittston Avenue and East Elm Street, Scranton. Features a variety of foods, drinks, games and music. Info: 961.9231 or saintstanislauspncc.org.
August 27: Spirit of Philadelphia Cruise, Show and Dinner, hosted by St. Joseph’s Senior Social Club. stop at Mt. Airy Casino with a $35 coin rebate. Info: Theresa 654.2967.
Music on the Lawn and Craft Show, at Lake Winola United Methodist Church on Maple Drive in mill City. Begins at 2 p.m. Cost: $9. Info/tickets: 351.7365.
The University of Scranton baseball team Prospect Showcases, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Connell Park in Scranton. Cost: $80. Info: bartolettim2@scranton.edu.
The NEPA Bonsai Society’s 21st Annual Open House, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Midway Garden Center 1865 Highway 315, Pittston. the event will include a large bonsai tree display by the society’s members, various demonstrations throughout the day, bonsai trees and related items for sale, Shakuhachi flute entertainment by Jamie Orfanella, and a bonsai tree competition open to all members. Info: 654.6194.
August 28: 2011 Children’s Miracle Network Charity Golf Event benefiting Janet Weis Children’s Hospital pediatric services, at Sand Springs Country Club on Clubhouse Drive in Drums. Hosted by McLane of Jessup. Cost $75 per golfer or $300 per team. Info: 330.8470 or lperry@mclaneco.com.
Five days 4 nights trip to Cape Cod Mass., runs to Sept 1. Includes transportation, meals, tours, taxes, gratuities. Info: 654.2967
September 3: Annual Salt Springs Celebration, at Salt Springs State Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Info: .
Scranton UNICO 5k Run/Walk to Benefit Cancer Research, at Courthouse Square in Scranton at 10 a.m. Proceeds will bedonated to the V Foundation for Cancer Research. Cost: $20. Info: 558.8519.
September 4: the Villa Capri Cruiser’s Car Club, inc. Reunion Car Show, Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Open to all vehicles; gates open at 9 a.m. Info: Joe Carra, 570.344.2014.
September 5: 42nd Annual Labor Day Bullroast, at Waverly United Methodist Church from 1 to 5 p.m. Cost: Adults $12.50 and children under 10 $6. 100 percent of proceeds to benefit missions. Info: 586.6470 September 9: the University of Scranton baseball team Prospect Showcases, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Connell Park in Scranton. Cost: $80. Info: bartolettim2@scranton.edu.
St. Gabriel’s Retreat, runs to Sept. 11. Begins at 7 p.m. Directed by Rev. Lee Havey, C.P. of Saint Ann’s Basilica, Scranton. Info: 586.4957.
September 10: Commemorative Blood Drive, at the Clarks Summit Fire Company from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in memory of all who gave their lives on September 11, 2001 and all who serve and protect us every day.
September 11: Bus Trip to Wildwood, N.J., to Sept 14. Cost: $320. Info: 586.8996.
Unveiling of a 9-11 memorial, at McDade Park. Donations to 9-11 Memorial Committee, PO Box 20101, Scranton, PA 18502. Info: 604.0809.
The Annual Sgt. Jan Argonish Ride, at noonat the Dalton Fire Company Fairgrounds. Cost: $20 for riders,$10 for passengers. Registration is from 8 and 11 a.m. at the fairgrounds. Proceeds go to the Sgt. Jan Michael Memorial Fund. Info: jansride.com.
Unveilingof the new Lackawanna County 9/11 Memorial, at McDade Park from 9:30 to approximately 10:30 a.m. the new memorial, which will be more visible than the old one, will be twin granite pillars symbolizing the Twin Towers.
September 16: St. Gabriel’s Retreat, runs to Sept. 18. Begins at 7 p.m. Directed by the very Rev. Jim Price, C.P., Rector of Saint Ann’s Basilica. Info: 586.4957.
September 17: Misericordia University Open House, at Misericordia from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register/Info: 675.4449.
68th Annual Waverly Antiques Show and Sale, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. also Sept 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Waverly Community House, 1115 N. Abington rd in Waverly. Cost: $6. Info: 586.8191 ext. 2. Featuring a luncheon catered by the Chef’s Table at Keystone College an Afternoon Tea Garden and almost Antiques.
September 25: Authentic fashions from the Victorian and Edwardian Era to early 20th Century to Benefit the American Cancer Society, at POSH at the Scranton Club 402 N. Washington Ave in Scranton at 1 p.m. Cost: $30. Info/register: 587.5264.
October 4: Bus Trip to Mt. Haven Resort in Milford, Cost: members $60, non-members $65. Info: 586.8996.
October 8: ‘Fight for Air’ Walk, Begins at 10 a.m. at Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Registration 9 a.m. Free parking available. no fee to join, but participants asked to fundraise in support of the American Lung Association. to register visit: lunginfo.org/Scranton walk or contact Dibba Reifler at .
October 21: St. Gabriel’s Retreat, runs to Oct 23. Begins at 7 p.m. a Retreat on the Passion of Jesus Christ, (for Men and Women). Info: 586.4957.
October 28: Villa Roma in the Catskills, hosted by St. Joseph’s Senior Social Club runs to Oct. 30. Info/reservations: 654.2967.
October 29: Misericordia University Open House, at Misericordia from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register/Info: 675.4449.
November 17: Trip to Lancaster, Dutch Apple Dinner Theater, “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.” Info: 654.2967
Clarks Summit Fire Company Auxiliary meeting, 7 p.m. Clarks Summit Fire House, 321 Bedford St., second Monday of every month. Info: 570.585.6866.CMC Donor Site Blood Drives, noon to 4 p.m., second Monday of the month, CMC School of Nursing Auditorium. Info: 570.969.8800.
Detox Footbaths and Targeted Massage, third Monday of every month, 2:30p.m. to 5:30p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info:1.888.995.8787.
Pilates Classes, 9 to 10:15 a.m., Waverly Comm CRB Room. Info: 570.587.1403
Hatha Yoga, 9:30 a.m. at everything Natural, Clarks Summit. Performing the asanas (postures) reflect attitude, mindfulness, correct balance of action, strength and stamina, flexibility, alignment/form, and understanding of the mind (meditation). Props will be provided. Instructor: Nora Fox, RYT Cost: $12 per class.
Sarcoidosis Support Group Meetings, fourth Monday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania,
615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. Info:1.888.995.8787. Call for an appointment
Diabetes management, 6:15 to 9 p.m., Community Medical Center, 1800 Mulberry St., Scranton. Info: 969.7272.
NAMI Support Group, 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month from in the CMC School of Nursing Building, Auditorium. Info: 570.969.8986.
In June, Early Explorers, from 1 to 1:45 p.m. Ages 3 to 5. Free. at Everhart Museum. Info: 346.7186 or email
CMC Donor Site Blood Drives, second Monday of the month, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Community Medical Center School of Nursing Auditorium. Info: 969.8800.
Introduction to Martial Arts, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Chinchilla United Methodist Church, 411 Layton Road, Chinchilla. Ages six and up. Cost: free. Info: Scott at 585.1206.
South Abington Lions Club seeking new members, club their meetings the second Tuesday of each month, second floor of the South Abington Township Building at 7 p.m. Info: 570.586.8101.
Greater Scranton Area Roaring Ramblers Toastmaster Meeting, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Allied Services in the Community Room, located at the Pediatrics and Psychology Services entrance of the Rehabilitation Building on the Morgan Highway at Moffatt Drive. Info: scrantontoastmasters.org, 570.587.0232 or 570.222.5405.
Compassionate Care Hospice Bereavement Support Group meetings, third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 205 West Grove Street, Clarks Summit. Info: 570.346.2241
Hatha yoga for beginners, 9:30 a.m. with Barbara Cohen, everything Natural, 426 S. State St., Clarks Summit, RYT. Cost: $100 for eight weeks.
Hatha Yoga, Svaroopa Style, 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Class includes guided relaxations, yoga breathing and poses. Registration required. to register, call 570.498.7885. Instructor: Barbara Cohen, RYT. Cost: $15 per class; $100 for 8 weeks
Yoga classes, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Abington Senior Community Center beginning Jan. 4. Cost $4.
Yoga classes, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Waverly Comm Scout Room. Info: 570.961.3483.
New patient orientations, second Tuesday of each month, 1 to 3 p.m., Lupus Foundation, Scranton. 615 Jefferson Ave. Scranton. Info: lupspa.org or 1.888.995.8787.
Yoga classes, 5:15 p.m. at the Abington Senior Center. Cost: $5. Info: 570.586.8996.
Chorus Rehearsals, 7:15 p.m. at the Clarks Summit United Methodist Church. Rehearsals are for the annual Christmas Concert for the Wally Gordon Community Chorus.
Tai Chi classes at 4:15 p.m., Abington Senior Center. Cost: $5 per class. Info: 570.586.8996
Meditation Classes 2 to 2:45 p.m. at the Abington Senior Community Center. Cost: $2.
Barony of Endless Hills Newcomers meetings, second Wednesday of each month at Borders in Dickson City, and the fourth Wednesday of each month at Barnes and Noble in Downtown Wilkes-Barre. both meetings are at 7 p.m. Meet members of the Barony. Info: contact the Chatelaine, endlesshills.aethelmearc.net/
Tarot Readings with Rev. Whitney Mulqueen, 6 to 10 p.m. at the Montrose Inn, Restaurant and Tavern, 26 South Main Street, Montrose. Cost: $30 for 15 minutes. Info: 570-278-1124.
Pilates / Stretch classes, 11:15 a.m. at the Abington Senior Center. Cost: $2. Info: 570.586.8996.
Diabetes management, 9:15 a.m. to noon, Community Medical Center, 1800 Mulberry St., Scranton. Info: 570.969.7272.
Fountain of Wisdom: Free Wellness Chats, 6 to 7 p.m., every Wednesday, at the inner Harmony Wellness Center indoor fountain, Mercy Hospital General Services Building, 743 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. Join us for herbal tea and healthy discussions on everything from acupuncture to yoga. Hosted by an inner Harmony health care practitioner or medical doctor. Info: 570.346.4621 or innerharmonywellness.com.
Pilates Classes, 9 to 10:15 a.m., Waverly Comm CRB Room. Info: 570.587.1403
Meeting of the NBC (Northeast Business Club) 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on Wednesdays at Dolphin Plaza, Route 315 Wilkes-Barre, on NBC is a business and professional organization whose primary purpose is to exchange qualified business referrals. Seating may be limited, call ahead. Info: 570.558.9247.
Oakwood Terrace Support Group meetings for spouses and other family members or caretakers of those afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease, the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 400 Gleason Road, Moosic. Meetings are open to the public. Cost: free. Info: Sylvia Kolosinsky at 570.451.3171 ext. 116 or oakwoodterraceinc.com
Parish youth choir rehearsals, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. accompanies the singing at the 9:30 a.m. mass, at Our Lady of the Snows, every other week. Open to youth, 11 to 18. Info: 570.586.4112.
Fibromyalgia support group meetings, third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. all meetings at Lupus Foundation Office, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info: 888.995.8787.
Pocono Equestrian Center Horse Lovers, youth group, first Wednesday of each month, Mystic Mountain Stables in Madisonville Twp/Moscow. Info: for reservations call 570.348.9795.
Pocono Equestrian Center Wranglers, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, Mystic Mountain Stables in Madisonville Twp./Moscow. Info: 570.348.9795.
Sandvik Retirees Association, 10:30 a.m., third Wednesday each month, Six East Restaurant, Dickson City. Info: 570.587.2657.
Yoga for you, 10 to 11 a.m. at the Dietrich Theater in Tunkhannock, Cost: $10 per lesson. Info: 570.996.1500.
Youth ministry at Our Lady of the Snows Church, 7 to 8 p.m. Clarks Summit, general meetings. Junior High program, 7 and 8th graders, Sundays 1 to 2 p.m. Info: Call ahead to join 570.586.1741.
Inner Harmony Wellness Center meditation technique workshops, Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Uno Fitness, 3 West Olive Street, Scranton. Cost: $15 per session, or participants can purchase a five-session punch card for $60. Info/reservations: 570.346.4621 or email dana@ihwc.com. Alzheimer’s Association caregivers support group meetings, 7 to 8 p.m., the last Tuesday of every month. Elan Gardens. Adjoining room for loved ones, who will not be left unattended. Info: Rhonda, 570.585.8099 or Rita, 570.586.0179.
BNI (Business Network International) Meetings, 7 to 8:30 a.m. on Thursdays at Nichols Village Hotel, 1101 Northern Blvd., Clarks Summit. Meet other professionals to grow your business by exchanging business referrals. Info: 570.587.1135.
Hatha Yoga, 9 a.m. at everything Natural, Clarks Summit. Performing the asanas (postures) reflect attitude, mindfulness, correct balance of action, strength and stamina, flexibility, alignment/form, and understanding of the mind (meditation). Props will be provided. Instructor: Nora Fox, RYT Cost: $12 per class.
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation support group, 7 p.m., Community Medical Center School of Nursing, first floor, CME Room, third Thursday of each month. Info: 570.969.8986.
Tarot Card Readings by Rev. Whitney Mulqueen. Private readings at Clarks Summit office by appointment. Info: Goddess Creations, 214 Depot St, Clarks Summit. Info: 570.575.8649. Tarot Card Readings at Montrose Inn, Montrose, on the first and third Thursday of each month, 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Info: 570.575.8649
Greater Scranton Area Roaring Ramblers Toastmaster Meeting, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Allied Services in the Community Room, located at the Pediatrics and Psychology Services entrance of the Rehabilitation Building on the Morgan Highway at Moffatt Drive. Info: scrantontoastmasters.org, 570.587.0232 or 570.222.5405.
Introduction to the Disability Process, last Thursday of each month at both 1 and 6 p.m., Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 615 Jefferson Ave., Scranton. Info: 1.888.995.8787
Grief and Bereavement Educational and Conversational Support Group Sponsored by: AseraCare Hospice, 749 Northern Blvd., Clarks Summit, PA 18411. Join us on at the AseraCare offices on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Info: Olympia Cianfichi, Bereavement Coordinator. 1.800.870.0085
Acrylic Painting Classes, 1 to 2 p.m. at the Abington Senior Community Center. $8 per class.
Grief Workshop, for the month of June at the Abington Community Library, West Grove St. in Clarks Summit from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Info: 1.800.870.0085
Modern Buddhism: Meditation for a Modern way of Life, at the Waverly Community House, 1115 North Abington Road, Waverly from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for June and July. Cost $10, $5 for seniors and students. Info: kadampanewyork.org845.856.9000.
Writers’ Group, for ages 18 and up at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock from 7 to 8:30 p.m. all genres and levels of writing welcome. Cost: free. Info: 996.1500.
Diabetes support group, 10 a.m. Community Medical Center School of Nursing, first floor, CME Room, second Friday of each month. Info: 570.969.7272.
Fibromyalgia support group meetings, second Friday of each month at 12:30 p.m. all meetings at Lupus Foundation Office, 615 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton. Info: 888.995.8787.
Pilates Classes, 9 to 10:15 a.m., Waverly Comm CRB Room. Info: 570.587.1403
A course in Miracles, 4:30 p.m. at everything Natural. Join us to continue exploring these extraordinary writings and remove obstacles to peace. Discover more about the guiding principles of authors like Marianne Williamson and Dr. Wayne Dyer. Newcomers welcome.
The Villa Capri Cruiser’s Car Club, inc. Cruise Night, Scranton Mall at Steamtown on Wyoming Ave., third Friday of each month from may to September. all vehicles welcome.
Fernwood Comedy Night at Wintergreens, at Wintergreens Patio Grill through Labor Day Weekend. Cost: $12. 21 and over. Info: gbertucci@bushkillgroup.com.
Saturdays and Sundays:
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome support group, 1 to 3 p.m., Community Medical Center School of Nursing Building, first floor, CME Room, second Saturday of each month. Info: 570.969.8986.
Free Parking at Scranton Iron Furnaces historical site, 159 Cedar Avenue, Scranton from 12 to 4 p.m.
Hatha Yoga, Svaroopa Style, 10 a.m. Class includes guided relaxations, yoga breathing and poses. Registration required. to register, call 570.498.7885. Instructor: Barbara Cohen, RYT. Cost: $15 per class; $100 for 8 weeks
Guided Downtown Walking Tours of Scranton, conducted by the Lackawanna County Historical Society, 11 a.m. at the main entrance of Lackawanna College on Vine Street near Washington Avenue. Tours last two hours. Cost: $3. Info: 570.344.3841.
Sjogren’s Syndrome Support Group Meeting, third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 615 Jefferson Ave, Scranton. Info: 1.888.995.8787.
The Villa Capri Cruiser’s Car Club, inc. Cruise Night, TGI Friday’s, Rt. 6, Dickson City., 6 p.m., second Sunday of each month from may to September. all vehicles welcome. Info: John Carra, 570.344.2014
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