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May 12, 2016
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Seniors from the area will show it off this weekend by Linda Scott
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There will be no lack of experience on display at the Theater at Lackawanna College when United Neighborhood Centers (UNC) hosts the fourth annual “Seniors Got Talent” show, featuring performers 55 and older, on Sunday, May 15, at the theater at 501 Vine St. in Scranton. UNC is a nonprofit organization that aims to meet the needs of low-income families, youth and senior citizens. “We originally created the show as a way to recognize and honor older adults during the month of May (Older Adult Month). This is a major portion of the event as we recognize all that our seniors have to offer the community,” said Laurie Fleming, UNC’s director of older adult programs. “This event raises money to support UNC’s older adult programs, specifically the four adult community centers that UNC operates.” Frank Gervasi from the Poets and Evie Raflako McNulty will serve as celebrity judges. Clarks Summit resident Bob Hughes performed as an actor and playwright the last few years. He auditioned again this year. “This year I am doing ‘Father’ by Jason Miller and ‘Aging’ by Maya Angelou,” he said. “Jason and I went to high school together at St. Patrick’s and played football. I did my first play at the University of Scranton. Jason and I went back a long way and we were good friends. ‘Seniors Got Talent’ is a nice place to entertain people.” Joan Glowinski is a Clarks Summit resident who resides at Willowbrook. She is a comedian and singer who has won second place the last two years. “This year I am doing ‘I’m Fine.’ It is a takeoff of getting older.” she said. “I love the stage, and even though I am old, it is fun.” “I think this is a truly heartwarming experience for both the performers and audience members,” said Fleming. “As the seniors perform, I think it makes the audience see them in a new light and recognize them for their talents and skills.”
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From left: Barbara Kernich, Joan Glowinski and Gloria Kaye, who came in second, third and first, respectively, at last year’s show.
The Oppenheim Center for the Arts is located on Jackson Street in Scranton and is open to children ages 5 to 18. Children come from the Scranton School District as well as Dunmore, Carbondale and others. The program offers a variety of programs in the arts including photography, recording, painting, drawing, sculpting, theater, pottery, cooking and dance. “I taught a small class of children and adults along with center director Angel Atell for six weeks.” said Keystone College professor emeritus Bill Tersteeg. “They learned the basic techniques of pottery and the process of making an item out of clay. They made a small vase which they fired and painted, and enjoyed it. It was a positive experience for all those involved.” “The program addresses the children’s needs in a fun atmosphere,” said Angel Atell, community youth director. “They come to the staff with issues they may have. We offer the support they need and act as mentors.”
The program provides a hot meal through Food for Kids provided by the Weinberg Foundation. All activities, transportation and meals are provided at no cost. Teenagers participate in the Leaders in Training program. The program is designed for at-risk youth to explore and identify personal goals, neighborhood involvement and a commitment to mentorship through their peers. The program used several Keystone College students who helped with homework as tutors. Carmelitta Oakley is senior general biology major from Nicholson. “I helped with creative writing. It was a pleasure to work with the students and they had different personalities,” she said Madeline Ferraro from Scranton will graduate this year from Keystone with a degree in photography graphic arts. “I taught the kids how a camera works and how to correctly take a picture.” she said. “Because of their thoughts and concerns, it gives future hope for them.”