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Leela Baikadi displays a photograph from her travels. This one was taken in South America.

North Abington Twp. artist Leela Baikadi’s photography exhibit travels the county By Clayton ovER StaFF Writer

ture that,” Baikadi said. Picking just one photo to SCRANTON — These days, represent each continent she a walk around the Albright visited proved a bit of a chalMemorial Library takes guests lenge, Baikadi said. The ones around the world. she selected include a Native The library, 500 Vine St., is American at a pow-wow in the first stop of a traveling Clarks Summit, a scene from exhibit called “Seven Contia city square in Luxor, Egypt nents,” which showcases the and a Turkish woman making photography of North Abingyufka, a type of bread. ton Township resident Leela Even the selection from Baikadi. The exhibit is visiting Antarctica conveys emotion. several local libraries. Baikadi, No people live in the part of a travel lover, has visited all the continent where she visseven continents and the exited, only penguins and sea hibit features seven photos, one life, Baikadi said. The picture from each. Most of the photos depicts one of those birds with depict Baikadi’s favorite thing its wings outstretched, as if the about traveling: the people. animal is moving with a pur“I just love the way the people pose or dancing. are,” she said. “They have their It’s not the first time Baiown cultures, but they’re still kadi’s photographs have been people. They get upset. They featured in local libraries. make mistakes. Just like us.” Another showcased photos Baikadi has been taking and information about Antpictures her entire life. When arctica. One showcasing Baishe was a little girl growing up kadi’s art depicting different in India, a box camera proved ways of life and scenes from a companion and she snapped around the world is a good pictures of scenery there. fit for local libraries because Though she’s been taking pho- it offers a glimpse of other tos her whole life, she doesn’t parts of the world to patrons, consider herself a photograsaid Renee Roberts, young pher, but rather a multimedia adult services and project artist, as she also paints, quilts manager at the Abington and engages in performance Community Library. art as well. Photography is just “She has such a great eye,” an extension of that, she said. Roberts said. “She captures She likes to take candid shots such great moments.” during her travels that capture Baikadi’s display remains emotion, she said. at the Albright Memorial “I’m always drawn to feeling Library through tomorrow. and moods. I always try to cap- Other stops include:

Leela Baikadi displays a photograph taken in Australia. ■ Taylor Community Library, 710 S. Main St., Taylor: April 22-May 10, with a Story Time on Thursday, May 2 at 1 p.m. ■ Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Blakely: May 20-June 7, with an Artist Talk on Wednesday, May 22 at 6 p.m. ■ Carbondale Public Library, 5 N. Main St., Carbondale: June 17-July 5. ■ Abington Community Library, 1200 W. Grove St.,

Clarks Summit: July 15-July 31, with a Story Time on Wednesday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. A culminating cultural presentation will take place at the Abington Community Library on July 28 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. and feature cultural nuances from specific continents through dance, food and storytelling. Contact the writer: cover@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9100 x5363; @ClaytonOver on twitter

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A theater family SCRANTON — In a theater tucked between businesses on Providence Road, a group of actors and actresses, many of whom hail from the Abingtons, meets to rehearse its upcoming production of George Benard Shaw’s “Pygmalion.” Opening with an 8 p.m. performance on April 25 at the Providence Playhouse, the play is directed by Cathy Rist Strauch of Clinton Township. It will continue with performances Friday through

Sunday, April 26-28 and Thursday through Sunday, May 2-5. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday shows at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors and $8 for students. For reservations, call 570342-9707 or email tickets@ actorscircle.com. Strauch has been a part of Actors Circle for 32 years and during that time has served on the board, acted, produced, assisted in costume design and set design

and directed many performances. Nominated for NEPTA awards for acting and directing, she enjoys anything to do with theater. “I’m excited about this production,” she said. “It is one of Shaw’s best known plays.” “Pygmalion” was first performed in 1914, and gained popularity over the years. Some adaptations are well known, including the musical motion picture “My Fair Lady.” Please see THEATER, Page 7

ELIZABETH BAUMEISTER Suburban Subplots

Jerusalem briefs, part one Readers may remember a two-part article published here in December in the two weeks leading up to Christmas, titled “Bethlehem briefs.” It was a series of short, fictional articles based on the biblical Christmas story, told in the language and style of a modern-day newspaper. As the upcoming holiday approaches, I find myself turning to the biblical Easter story and wondering how this portion of the Gospels would read in the same format. So, I once again took the liberty (many liberties) of writing a contemporary translation. I give you part one of “Jerusalem briefs.”

nazareth man rides in on colt, causing a stir in Jerusalem JERUSALEM — A Nazareth man caused a stir yesterday when he entered the city on a young donkey. Jesus, son of Joseph the carpenter, received an enthusiastic welcome from throngs of people lining the road with their cloaks and tree branches as he rode the colt. “It was so exciting ... and loud,” said Matthias, a city resident participating in the display. “Everyone was shouting things like “Hosanna!” and praising him (Jesus) and just fawning over him like he was a king.” When asked if he knew who the man was, Matthias shrugged, saying, “I heard that he’s a rabbi and he travels around with 12 disciples, promoting some pretty radical views and even doing miracles.” Some residents like Jonathan, one of the first to join the procession, believe him to be more than just a teacher. “He’s the Messiah, he’s got to be,” Jonathan said, citing the Hebrew prophet Zechariah, who prophesied of a savior riding humbly on a colt. “I still can’t believe I got to see him in person,” he added. But not everyone is star struck. Some are accusing Jesus and his 12 followers of treason, and the Pharisees are warning people not to trust him. Please see Briefs, Page 10

What’s inside Calendar ........................ 2 Contest .......................... 3 Obituaries ....................... 4 Just For Fun .................... 8 Sports ............................ 9 Green Scene ................. 10 Schools ........................ 11 Libraries ....................... 12

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Actors Carol Davis and John McInerney practice a ballroom dance scene for the show Pygmalion.

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Community House. An event for all children with APRIL 11 special needs and their famClarks Green Boy ilies. Includes photos with Scout Troop 251’s annual the Easter Bunny, an egg spaghetti supper fundhunt, crafts and games. raiser: Thursday, April 11, Cost is $5 per person or $20 5-7 p.m. at Clarks Green for families of four or more. United Methodist Church, Proceeds will benefit the 119 Glenburn Road, Clarks Comm Interactive Center. Green. Dine in or take out. Pasta dinner: Saturday, Requested donation: $10 for April 13, 4 p.m. until sold adults, $5 for children. Tickout, at the Newton-Ransom ets available at door. For Fire Hall, 1890 Newton Ranmore information, call 570som Blvd. A benefit to help 587-1390 or send an email to Amy Brown and her family scoutmaster@clarksin her fight with colon cangreen251.org. cer. Cost is $10 for adults APRIL 12-14 and $5 for children under “SONrise” Easter draage 5. Tickets available at ma: Friday and Saturday, Ayers County Market, by April 12 and 13, at 7 p.m. calling Kristen at 440-823and Sunday, April 14 at 10 9429 or at the door. The a.m. at Clarks Green event will also feature a gift Assembly of God, 204 S. card pull and basket raffle. Abington Road, Clarks Music and arts fair: Green. “SONrise” is a draSaturday, April 13, 3-6 p.m. matic and musical re-tellat the Theatre in Brooks at ing of the story of Jesus, Keystone College. The from his baptism to resurevent features many artists rection. For more informaand musicians from the coltion, call 570-586-8286 or vislege and local community. it cgassembly.com. The main concert will be at APRIL 13 5 p.m. Admission is free. Pancake breakfast: DalAPRIL 15 ton United Methodist Argentina presentaChurch will hold a pancake tion: Monday, April 15, 6:30and sausage breakfast Sat7:30 p.m. at the Abington urday, April 13, 6:30 a.m. to Community Library. Join noon. Donation is $8 for Keystone College Fulbright adults and $4 for children Language Teaching Assisage 5 and under. The tant Mayra Agustina church is at 125 South Munoz for “Let’s Talk Turnpike Road, Dalton. Argentina.” A native of San The Comm Family EasLuis, Argentina, she will ter Party: Saturday, April share her Fulbright pro13, 10 a.m. to noon at The gram experiences and offer Waverly Community insights on the differences House, 1115 N. Abington between teaching in ArgenRoad, Waverly Township. tina and the United States. Visit with the Easter BunGuests will also learn about ny, enjoy a pancake breakthe culture of Argentina fast, hunt for Easter eggs, through a slide show. play games and make Admission is free. crafts. Cost is $15 per perKid-Friendly Dinner: son. Tickets are available Monday, April 15, 6:30 p.m. online at waverlycomm.org at The Gathering Place, 304 or by visiting The Comm’s S. State St., Clarks Summit. office. No tickets will be Chef Donna Vannan will available at the door. prepare her children’s Sensory Friendly Easfavorite turkey burgers, seater Party: Saturday, April sonal sale with ginger tur13, 3-5 p.m. at The Waverly meric balsamic dressing and Pavlovas for dessert. At The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Cost is $35. For more info, visit GatheringPlaceCS.org. APRIL 15-MAY 13 THE VOICE OF Ballroom Dancing: THE ABINGTONS Dance artists Jill and Gehred Wetzel will offer a Beginner class in Samba A publication of Timesand an Intermediate class Shamrock Community Newspaper Group in West coast Swing for five 149 Penn Ave Mondays, April 15, 22 and Scranton, PA 18503 29 and May 6 and 13, with Phone: 570-348-9185 intermediate from 6-7 p.m. Fax: 570-207-3448 and beginner from 7 to 8 suburbanweekly@ p.m. Class is run by The timesshamrock.com Gathering Place and will be abingtonsuburban.com held in the Clarks Green United Methodist Church. Managing Editor Cost: $55 per student. 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the poetry book “Cool Limbo” (NYQ Books) and editor of the Lambda Finalist essay anthology “My Diva: 65 Gay Men on the Women Who Inspire Them” (University of Wisconsin Press). APRIL 19 Good Friday Pasta e Fagoli/Vegetable Soup Sale: Friday, April 19, at Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, 1310 Morgan Highway. Take outs and eat-in serving will begin at noon and 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Tickets can also be purchased to be donated to a family or shutin. Tickets are $7 for take out and $8 for eat in, which is also all-you-can-eat. Advance ticket sales are available through the church office at 570-5872571, online at clarkssummitumc.com and at the door. APRIL 19-21 Easter weekend at Waverly Community Church: Good Friday service on Friday, April 19, 7 p.m.; egg hunt, puppet play and craft on Saturday, April 20, 10-11 a.m.; resurrection worship service and junior church on Sunday, April 21, 10:30 a.m. APRIL 20 Easter Egg Hunt/Candy Scramble: Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m. at South Abington Recreation Park. In case of inclement weather, the hunt will move inside the Chinchilla Hose Company building at 113 Shady Lane Road in South Abington Township. Co-sponsored by the South Abington Lions Club and Chinchilla Hose Company, this event is for kids age 10 and younger. Children can hunt for candy, visit with the Easter Bunny and win prizes. Countryside Community Church Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 20, 1 p.m. at the church, 14011 Orchard Drive, Clarks Summit. For kids in sixth grade or younger. To register: email KenM14064@comcast.net, with child’s full name, age and parent/ guardian’s full name, by Wednesday, April 17. Mayor Lawler’s Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 20, 1-2:30 p.m. in the gazebo garden behind the Clarks Green Borough Building. Rain or shine. Bring your own baskets. Open to children ages 4, 5 and 6. Includes an egg hunt, games, favors, treats and more. Space is limited. To register, call 570-587-4099. Sponsored by Clarks Green Borough Council. APRIL 23 American Red Cross blood drive: Tuesday, April 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Hibbard Campus Center, Evans Hall, at Keystone College. Plan Your Garden: Tuesday, April 23 at noon at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Master Gardener Beth Bradshaw will detail how to plan a backyard garden, and best use your valuable garden space for fruits, vegetable and flowers. Cost is $5. For more info, visit GatheringPlaceCS.org. APRIL 24 Keeping Birds Well Fed in the Summer: Wednesday, April 24 at noon at The GatheringPlace, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Ann Vitale will teach why chilly spring days can stress the first migrants, what best to feed these summer birds and how to discourage squirrels and predators from raiding your feeders. Cost $5. For more info, visit GatheringPlaceCS.org. Kidazzle Play Date: Kids and caregivers are invited to The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St, Clarks Summit, on Wednesday, April 24, to sample toys, puzzles and games new to the market. Kidazzle owner Sonia Wysochanski will introduce electronic-free, washable, bio-degradable, safe toys to sample. Children ages 3-5 are invited from 2:30 to 4 p.m. and children ages 6-8 from 4-5:30 p.m. Admission is free. For more info, visit GatheringPlaceCS.org. Please see Calendar, Page 5

THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019

LINDA SCOTT | IN THE ABINGTONS

Toasting spring S. ABINGTON TWP. —The Abington Heights Civic League (AHCL) will hold its third annual Cheers to Spring Wine Festival Saturday, April 27 from noon to 5 p.m. at South Abington Park. “The day offers a fun time of mingling with friends and promotes South Abington Park and the beauty it has,” said Cheryl O’Hora, AHCL president. O’Hora has been a member of the organization since 1991 and has been working the event since its inaugural year. “I enjoy seeing it grow and I love the opportunity it gives the community to gather for some fun and socializing,” she said. The event is open to people 21 and older and will be held rain or shine. Designated driver tickets are $10 and tasting tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the event. Tickets are available online at bit.ly/2UIkS3a, at Eagle Cleaners in Clarks Summit or from any Abington Heights Civic League member. Participating wineries include: ■ Lucchi Family Wine Cellars ■ Mucciolo Family Wines ■ Antler Ridge Winery ■ Capra Collina Winery ■ Staggering Unicorn Winery ■ Hidden Creek Wines ■ Malacari Winery ■ Case Quattro Winery ■ Red Shale Ridge Vineyards ■ Pisano Family Wines Deep Roots Hard Cider is also participating.

MARRIAGE LICENSES ■ Christopher D. Gilmore and Mallory l. Mailen, both of Clarks Summit. PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS ■ Michael Ziemer, Medina, Ohio, to Sam Schiavi, Clarks Summit; a property at 314 Tulip Circle, Clarks Summit, for $122,500. ■ r.D. Noto & Son Construction Inc., South Abington Twp., to Paul F. and Teresa McDermott, South Abington Twp.; a property in South Abington Twp. for $94,500. ■ kMl law Group PC, attorneyin-fact for Fannie Mae, also known as Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, Texas, to keith Sullenberger; a property at 240 Griffin Pond road, South Abington Twp., for $65,000. ■ Eric D. Smith, North Abington Twp., to raymond Jr. and rachael Bartolai, North Abington Twp.; a property in North Abington Twp. for $385,000. ■ Marian G. roberto, South Abington Twp., to Hal Gordon and Nancy Ann Cross; a property at 107 Echo Drive, South Abington Twp., for $215,000. ■ Heather Furbish, by her agent, Diana Orr, Clarks Summit, to Cartus Financial Corp.; a property at rear Division Street, unit 1, Clarks Summit, for $162,000. ■ Cartus Financial Corp. to Gregory Justave; a property at rear Division Street, unit 1, Clarks Summit, for $162,000. ■ Barbara S. Stein, Clarks Green, to Alexa Mary louise refosco, Scranton; a property at 400 Evans St., Clarks Green, for $195,000. ■ Michael Jr. and Natalie Paolucci, lackawanna County, to Anil k. and Manju Verma, lackawanna County; a property at 318 Skyline Drive N., South Abington Twp., for $470,000. ■ Thomas Hoecker, South Abington Twp., to William H. Beard IV, Barto; a property at 102 Echo Drive, South Abington Twp., for $265,000. ■ Brian Hartman, Clarks Summit, to J&C real Estate Ventures llC; a property at 427 Powell St., Clarks Summit, for $125,000. ESTATES FILEd ■ Marie P. lalli, 309 Willow St., Dunmore, letters testamentary to richard P. Masucci, 1014 Summerfield Drive, Dalton. ■ John Joseph Wrobleski, 38 Grove road, Scott Twp., letters of administration to Margaret Wrobleski, same address. ■ Alan r. kohn, 303 Smallacombe Drive, Scranton, letters testamentary to Ira J. kohn, 118 Estate Drive, Waverly Twp. ■ lillian C. Antognoli, 613 Main St., Peckville, letters testamentary to William J. Antognoli, M.D., same address, and John A.

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Wine samplings, offered by many vendors, took place throughout the day at the 2018 Cheers to Spring Wine Festival, hosted by the Abington Heights Civic League. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, noon to 5 p.m. at South Abington Park. Food available for purchase. Music will be provided by Dustin Switzer from A Proud Monkey, Kylie and Crystal Skies. There will be 35 vendors at the event selling essential oils, handmade soap, pottery, clothing, jewelry and more. “We’d like people to support this event for many reasons,” said Cathy Plishka, a member of the civic league’s Ways and Means Committee. “Come out and enjoy the wine tasting, food, craft vendors, music, baskets and a 50/50 raffle. It takes a lot of work to make this event a success, but the real success is at the end when we say ‘thank you’ by giving the proceeds back to the community.” Plishka has been a member of the civic league for 22 years. The AHCL is open to women who are 18 years and older. It provides vision screenings for incoming kindergarten students, helps coordinate a thank you dinner

for local first responders, supports a youth art scholarship at The Gathering Place and recently partnered with the Abington Community Library to begin a program to bring in local authors to highlight their books. The club’s largest focus is its dance academy. “It is a great day to make new friends,” said Erin Osterhout, a member of the Ways and Means Committee.

Want to go? The Abington Heights Civic league’s third annual Cheers to Spring Wine Festival will be held Saturday, April 27 from noon to 5 p.m. at South Abington Park. The event is open to people 21 and older and will be held rain or shine. Admission is $20 in advance or $25 at the event; designated driver tickets are $10. Tickets are available online at bit.ly/2uIkS3a, at Eagle Cleaners in Clarks Summit or from any Abington Heights Civic league member.

COURT NOTES

Antognoli, M.D., 1004 Greenbriar Drive, Clarks Summit. ■ Teresa C. McDonald, 4 Hunts Court, South Abington Twp., letters testamentary to John A. McDonald, 915 lakeside Drive, Harveys lake. ■ Marjorie H. Buckley, also known as Marjorie Helen Buckley, 67 Sturges road, Peckville, letters testamentary to Mardi Buckley Steppacher, P.O. Box 694, 1004 Victory lane, Waverly Twp. dIvORCES SOuGHT ■ Nicole M. Salerno, South Abington Twp., v. James C. Pilosi, South Abington Twp.; married Dec. 19, 2003, in lackawanna County; Frank J. ruggiero, attorney. ARdS The following was admitted to the Accelerated rehabilitative Disposition program for driving under the influence: ■ Ivane Irene Terkowski, 47, 104 First St., Dalton, stopped Sept. 3 by state police. LAWSuITS ■ Yvonne Eckert and richard Belusko, 505 Von Bergen St.,

Apt. 7, Old Forge, v. leah Massenkeil, 980 lakeland Drive, Scott Twp., seeking an amount in excess of $50,000 plus interests thereon and costs, on two counts, for injuries suffered in an automobile accident March 31, 2017, while on Cherry Street in Scranton; John P. Novak, attorney. STATE TAX LIENS ■ Nepare Corp., 324 S. State St., Clarks Summit; $6,912.61. ■ kevin and Anne Marie Frederick, 13024 lower Maple Drive, Clarks Summit; $4,096.94. ■ Millers Country Store llC, 1148 Old Trail road, Clarks Summit; $7,476.48. ■ Global risk Management llC, 120 N. Abington road, Clarks Green; $7,046.26. ■ lams Inc., 727 S. State St., Clarks Summit; $1,823.26. ■ Ok Services Inc., 621 S. State St., Clarks Summit; $2,689.63. ■ Jason lee, 907 N. longwood Drive, South Abington Twp.; $2,895.14. ■ robert and Margaret Dickert, 529 Winola road, Clarks Summit; $5,291.98.

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Egg-citing crafts I always get egg-cited when it’s time to pull out the old Easter decorations. And I’m always eager to make new ones. It’s a win-win. Homemade crafts add a pretty splash of spring to your holiday decor, especially the Easter kids’ table. Even the adults might choose a homespun, whimsical look as an alternative to a formal dining table for their Easter feast. Of course, creating your crafts is even better than admiring the end result, especially if you have a child “helper.” Let your kids, the kids you are baby sitting or a play date parent and child in on the fun. These ideas from diyncrafts.com are bound to get the Easter Bunny’s approval:

DIY Easter Bunny Cup Make a cute Easter bunny out of a basic Styrofoam cup. Materials: ■ Styrofoam (or plastic) cup ■ White cardboard or card stock ■ Pink foam sheet ■ Tools ■ Scissors ■ Black marker ■ Hot glue and glue gun ■ Pen or pencil Instructions: 1. Fold the white piece of paper in half. Use a pen or pencil to draw the outline of a bunny ear. Remember that the Styrofoam cup you are using will be the bunny rabbit itself. Cut with scissors around the outline of the ear. Because you have folded

the paper in half, you will end up with two identical bunny ears. 2. You have now created the outer ears for the bunny, but you still need the pink inner ears. For this, you will use the pink foam sheet. As with the outer ears, you can cut two identical inner ears out simply by folding the foam sheet in half before you cut. Try and make the shape as closely resemble that of the outer ear as possible. 3. Use hot glue (or whatever other type of glue you have decided to use) to attach the inner ears to the outer ears in order to complete them. You’ll use the same pink foam sheet to cut out the shape of the bunny’s nose. Glue this onto

your Styrofoam cup. Note that the cup should be upside-down. This makes the bunny more stable on the surface where you choose to display it. It also ensures that the top of the bunny’s head is not wide open. 4. Once you have the nose in place, glue on the bunny’s ears. It’ll look best if you glue them onto the back of the cup. Draw the eyes above the nose, and the whiskers extending from the nose. Your bunny is then complete and ready to display. Easter Egg Carton Chicks Create cute Easter chicks from an egg carton. Materials: ■ Scissors ■ Glue ■ Egg carton

■ Yellow paint and black marker ■ Yellow and orange card stock Instructions: 1. To make each chick, cut two egg carton cups. Glue a ½-inch by 1-3/4-inch piece of paper to each half, acting as a hinge. Paint throughout. Take small pieces of card stock, two yellow and two orange, each measuring approximately 1-inch by ½-inch. Fold a ¼-inch flap from the edge. From the fold, cut into triangles. 2. Affix one yellow triangle on each side of the inner bottom egg carton cup. Affix one orange triangle on the front of the inner top and another on the inner bottom egg carton cup. Cut orange card stock into feet and

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Seeking peace, love In the month of March, the world saw two horrific attacks on mosques – one in Christchurch, New Zealand, which claimed the lives of fifty innocent people, and the other in Escondido, California, where no life, gratefully, was lost, but where a mosque was torched. Also on March 2, a Strasbourg, France, Jewish memorial was vandalized. One month earlier, a Brooklyn, New York Chabad Synagogue was vandalized in an anti-Semitic attack. And at least 10 Catholic churches in France were vandalized and desecrated in one week in February. While the loss of life in New Zealand is certainly the most horrific of the crimes mentioned above, all are reprehensible, and must be condemned by all people of good will.

And people of good will – locally, nationally and internationally – far outnumber those who promote the hatred and even killing of people whose religious beliefs are different than their own. As is often the case, various communities have come together to decry acts of hatred and violence. While this is commendable, what can we, as people of various faiths or no faith, do to prevent such hatred? The only place to start is to begin by being more peaceful in our hearts, our families, our communities and then beyond. The next step is to share that peace with others through getting to know those who are different than ourselves. It’s amazing how, when one meets someone from a background toward

Bethel United Methodist, 2337 Falls Road, Dalton. sunday service, 9:30 a.m. Pastor is Janelle moser. Chinchilla United Methodist, 411 layton Road: sunday service 10 a.m. sunday school/teen program during sunday service. Pastor is charles consagra. 570-5872578. Church of the Epiphany, 25 church Hill, glenburn township/Dalton. quiet, no-music communion service on saturdays at 5 p.m. with a pot luck supper on the ﬁrst saturday of each month. sunday morning communion service is at 11 a.m. with hymns both old and new. sunday school is at 9:30 a.m. 570-5631564, epiphanyglenburn.org; cote@epix.net. Rev. lou Divis, priest-in-charge. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 505 grifﬁn Pond Road, south Abington township. sunday sacrament meetings at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. bishop brian traweek presides. 570-9033237; briantraweek@gmail. com Clarks Green Assembly of God, 204 s. Abington Road, clarks green. sundays: worship services at 9 and 11 a.m., preschool church and childcare at 9 a.m., Rooted Kids, preschool church and childcare at 11 a.m. tuesdays: Divorcecare at 7 p.m.

Wednesdays: Rooted Youth at 6:30 p.m. and griefshare, adult studies, Rooted Kids and childcare at 7 p.m. senior pastor: Dan miller. Associate/worship pastors: michael and Denise Warner. 570-586-8286, clarksgreenassembly@gmail.com, cgassembly.com. Clarks Green United Methodist, 119 glenburn Road. sunday worship: 10 a.m., sunday school during the service. Prayer meeting: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. christian book study: mondays at 7 p.m. 570-5868946. Pastor is Rev. John bondhus. Clarks Summit United Methodist, 1310 morgan Highway. sunday services: 8 and 10 a.m. with live streaming of the 10 a.m. service on the church’s Facebook page. contact: 570587-2571; secretary1310@ comcast.net; clarkssummitumc. com. Rev. Andy Weidner is pastor. Countryside Community, 14011 orchard Drive in clarks summit. sunday school 9 a.m. Worship service sundays, 10 a.m. mondays: bible study, 10 a.m. Prayer group, 11:30 a.m. second tuesdays: Warm Hugs outreach, 9 a.m. Wednesdays: choir, 7 p.m. thursdays: bible study, 10 a.m. 570-587-3206. countrysideofﬁce@yahoo.com. countryside-church.org. Rev. mark terwilliger is pastor. Dalton United Method-

which he or she may have an aversion (for example, when he or she does not see the person, but the group as a whole). Then one person meets someone from that “group.” Friendships can foster, and the fear of “the other,” which is often the cause of prejudice and hatred, begins to naturally shrink. The Abington Ecumenical Ministerium is just one example of people of different faith traditions that gathers monthly and encourages our community to minister to the needs of one another – friend and stranger alike. Also, we need to educate our children that being “different” is fine and healthy, and that all people must be seen as having the worth and dignity bestowed upon them by their Creator. Perhaps we

won’t see the fruits of our efforts, but who knows if the next great peacemaker is in our own family. By inviting children and young people to events where people of different traditions gather, we are exposing them to accepting others as peers, not adversaries. This month Jews will celebrate Passover, the evening of April 19 to the evening of April 27. NonOrthodox Christians will celebrate Easter on April 21. And Orthodox Christians will celebrate Pascha (Easter) on April 28. In light of this, let us seek peace and love for all, even when holding our own traditions near and dear. marianne c. sailus, bcc is a member of the Abington Ecumenical ministerium and is the chaplain/bereavement counselor for Allied services Hospice.

AREA CHURCH SERVICES ist, 125 s. turnpike Road in Dalton. sunday school: 9:30 a.m. sunday service: 11 a.m. the food cupboard serves the Abington area mondays at 6 p.m. Donations of non-perishable foods are always welcome. 570-563-2789. Evangelical Free Bible, 431 carbondale Road, south Abington township. sunday services: Prayer, 8:30 a.m.; sunday school and small groups, 9 a.m.; worship, 10:15 a.m. 570-586-5557. Website: EFbc.family. First Baptist of Abington, 1216 n. Abington Road, Waverly. sunday worship: 11 a.m. Adult or youth sunday school: 10 a.m. Pastor is Don Hickey. 570-587-4492. First Presbyterian of Clarks Summit, 300 school street, clarks summit. Worship service: sunday at 10 a.m. nursery is available. Wednesdays: 5:30 p.m. chapel choir (for young children); 6:15 p.m. the WAY christian education program for adults and children; 7:15 p.m. teen and adult choir; 8:30 p.m. teen and adult bell choir. 570586-6306; ofﬁce@fpccs.org; fpccs.org. Rev. William g. carter is pastor. Grace Baptist of the Abingtons, 11 Pine tree Drive, Dalton. sunday service 10:30 a.m. (nursery provided). sunday school/bible study for all ages, 9:30 a.m. bible study

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and prayer meeting, Wednesday, 7 p.m. Pastor is David Harris. 570-563-2206. Heritage Baptist, 415 Venard Road, clarks summit. sunday service 9 a.m. Heritage Kids (babies - 4th grade), 9-11:45 a.m. Adult and student classes, 10:45 a.m. glenn Amos is pastor. 570587-2543, info@wearehbc. com, wearehbc.com. Hillside Haven Community Church, (Formerly summit baptist bible church) 232 noble Road s. Abington twp. Worship services sundays, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday services: student ministries grades 6-12; 6:30 p.m – 8:30 p.m. lead Pastor is Don Roe. 570-586-335. Website: summitbaptist.org. Email: sbbc@ summitbaptistbible.org. Our Lady of the Abingtons, 207 seminary Road, Dalton. mass schedule: saturday, 6 p.m. and sunday, 8:30 a.m. Email: spolachurch@gmail.com www.spolachurch.weebly.com. Our Lady of the Snows Parish: Pastor: msgr. Joseph g. Quinn. Email: info@olsparish. net. Website: olsparish.net. ■ Our Lady of the Snows Church, 301 s. state st., clarks summit. Weekday mass at 12:10 p.m., confessions at 5 p.m. saturdays. Weekend masses: saturday 5:30 p.m., sunday 7 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m. ■ Church of St. Benedict, 1849 newton Ransom blvd., newton township, confessions at 3:15 p.m. saturdays. Weekend masses: saturday 4 p.m., sunday 8 a.m., 11 a.m. Parker Hill, 607 north Abington Road, clarks summit. Worship services sundays, 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. lead pastor is mark stuenzi. 570-586-0646 parkerhill@ parkerhill.org. parkerhill.org. St. Gregory Parish, 330 n. Abington Road in clarks green. Weekday mass: 7 a.m. Reconcilation 4-4:45 p.m. saturday. Weekend masses: 5 p.m. saturday, 8 and 10 a.m. and noon sunday. Rev. John m. lapera is pastor. 570-587-4808. churchofstgreg@gmail.com. Trinity Lutheran, 205 W. grove st. in clarks summit. sunday worship: 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; sunday school, 9:25 a.m. and Adult Education 9:30 a.m. interim pastor is george J. mathews. ofﬁce@trinitylutherancs. church ofﬁce: 570-587-1088. Preschool: 570-586-5590. trinitylutherancs.com. Waverly Community, 101 carbondale Road. 10 a.m. sundays: badge of Honor, ages 2 to 12, to help children grow in their character, understanding of the bible and relationship with Jesus christ. 10 a.m. sundays: sunday school. 11 a.m. sundays: worship service, 7 p.m. Wednesdays: House church. contact the church for the location. Pastor is the Rev. James cohen. 570-5872280. james@waverlycommunitychurch.org. Waverly United Methodist, 105 church st. in Waverly. Worship service sunday at 9 a.m. Pastor is Rev. michelle Whitlock. 570-586-8166; waverlyumc@gmail.com. Send updates or additions about your Abington-area church to suburbanweekly@ timesshamrock.com.

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Regina (Gina) Van Wie Monahan April 3, 2019

After a valiant struggle with cancer, Regina (Gina) Van Wie Monaha n p e a c e f u l ly p a s s e d aw a y o n We d n e s d a y morning at the Hospice of the Sacred Heart, D u n m o r e, wh i l e s u rrounded by family and friends. Gina was a resident of Clarks Summit. She battled cancer with the same intense determination and effort that she displayed throughout her life. Born in Scranton, on Sept. 22, 1967, Gina was the daughter of Regina W a l s h Va n W i e , o f Scranton, her caretaker and constant companion throughout her illness, a n d Jo s e p h Va n Wi e, Dunmore. She is survived by her loving husband, John Monahan. In addition to her husband, Gina is survived by her brothers, John and wife, Janel, Plymouth Meeting; Joseph, Scranton; Patrick, Scranton; sisters, Kathleen Simrell and husband, James, of Clarks Summit; Meghan, of Provo, Utah; and Carolann and her husband, C o n n o r H o l d aw ay, o f Colorado Springs, Colo.; nieces and nephews; along with many cousins; and her best friend, Gemma Rosato. Gina was a graduate of West Scranton High School, where she was voted best dressed and L a c k aw a n n a C o l l e g e. She also attended Marywood University. After completing her academic studies, Gina started a long, successful career in retail management, holding supervisory positions with Estee Lauder, Market Day, as well as Bombay and Co. Although her job duties required her to travel extensively, she made the most of that opportunity by making friends from coast to coast and developing a reputation as a tireless worker. When she tired of b e i n g f a r aw ay f ro m family and friends, Gina retur ned home and held managerial positions with Talbots and Bath and Body Works. Prior to her illness, she was most recently employed by the Lackawanna County Single Tax Office.

She loved to travel, work in her garden and tend to her beloved pets, including her dog, Bailey. Her organizational and creative abilities were beyond comparison. She was a woman of substance who had i m p e c c abl e t a s t e a n d style and was a g reat mentor and friend to her young er f amily mem bers. Gina enjoyed supervising family gatherings, vacations and trips to New York City with her sisters, cousins and nieces. She was always the life of the party, cha cha cha. Gina was preceded in death by her pater nal g randparents, Jose ph and Annarose Van Wie; maternal grandparents, Neddo and Kaddy Walsh; aunt, Mary Lil Walsh; and uncle, John Van Wie. Special thanks to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, their dedicated staf f and Dr. Darlene Dunay for their compassion and care. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Mond ay at 1 0 a . m . i n S t . Paul’s Roman Catholic Church, Penn Avenue, Scranton. People were asked to go directly to the church. Fa m i ly a n d f r i e n d s were invited to call on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Carlucci-GoldenDeSantis Funeral Home Inc. 318 E. Drinker St., D u n m o r e. I n t e r m e n t was private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 100 William St., Dunmore, PA 18512; or St. Jo se ph’s Center, 2010 Adams Ave., Scranton, PA 18509. To offer the family an online condolence, or for further infor mation, please visit www.NEPAFuneralHome.com.

Joseph E. Walsh April 2, 2019

Joseph E. Walsh, 86, Clarks Summit, formerly of Madison Twp., died on Tuesday at Regional Hospital in Scranton. He was t h e w i d owe r o f Ru t h (Lar neard) Walsh, who died on Se pt. 4, 2004. The couple was married for 34 years. Born in Dunmore, the son of the late Catherine ( M o r a h a n ) Wa l s h , h e attended Dunmore schools and served in the United States Army duri n g t h e Ko r e a n Wa r. After being honorably discharged from the army, Joe worked for five years as a trainman for Delaware, Lackawanna and Wester n Railroad, up until the merger created the Erie Lackawanna Railroad. Before retiring, he worked at Dempsey Linen. Joe loved riding his mower and could often be found in his neighbors’ yard or throwing up dust on a dry day. Joe is survived by his children, Sharon R. Burton, Dallas; Jean Niemiec, Throop; Joan Barrett and her husband, Nor man, Dickson City; and Donald J. Simonson, Moscow; his grandchildren, Tammy Wahl and her companion, Melvin Meekins; Stacie Lewis and her husband, Paul; Jennifer Niemiec

and her companion, Wade Kapelanovich; Scott Barrett and his wife, Brenda; Kerry Zabriski and her husband, Jude; Heather Newton; and Christina Simonson; and his 11 great-grandchildren. T he funeral service was held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Brian Arthur Strauch Funeral Homes and Cremation Services LLC, 3 First St. in Spring Brook Twp. Inter ment with military honors followed in Fairview Memorial Park in Elmhurst Twp. Viewing was held on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to PA Wounded Warriors Inc., 1117 Country Club Road, Camp Hill, PA 17112. To share your fondest memories of Joseph, visit the funeral home’s website or Facebook page.

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Protecting Pollinators: Enhance the Lives of Butterflies: Wednesday, April 24, 6 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Merriel Oliver will discuss the decline of Monarch and other butterflies, how to reduce pesticide use and what plants to use in attracting these pollinators to your yard. Cost is $5 For more info, visit GatheringPlaceCS.org. Carving a Cooking Spatula: Wednesday, April 24, at 6:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Make a unique and useful long-handled spatula with Jeff Kuchak in one class, utilizing one knife and safe knife grips. Cost is $20, plus a $10 supply fee. For more info, visit GatheringPlaceCS.org. APRIL 25-MAY 5 Actors Circle presents ‘Pygmalion’ by George Bernard Shaw: April 25-28 and May 2-5 at Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Road, Scranton. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday performances begin at 2 p.m. Among the cast members are four Clarks Summit residents: David Hunisch, Emma Ross, Carol Davis and John McInerney. Tickets are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors and $8 for students. Tickets for the Thursday, March 21 performance are $8 for general admission and seniors and $6 for students. For reservations, call 570-342-9707 or email tickets@actorscircle. com. For more information, visit Actors Circle on Facebook, or actorscircle.com. APRIL 26, 27 Church rummage sale: Friday, April 26, 3-6 p.m. and Saturday, April 27, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bag sale at 2 p.m. Factoryville Baptist Church, 10 Church St., Factoryville. APRIL 27 The Dalton Community Library’s Book and Bake Sale: Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Features a large selection of adult and juvenile fiction and nonfiction, magazines, paperbacks, recordings, baked goods and more for sale. Donations for the book sale are accepted year round. For more information, call 570-563-2014. The FOP Northeastern Lodge #63’s Spaghetti Dinner: Saturday, April 27, 4-7 p.m. at the VFW Post 7069, on Winola Road in Clarks Summit. Cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children under 10. Tickets can be purchased at the door and takeouts will be available. There will also be a basket raffle. Proceeds go to the Lodge Scholarship fund for selected students who have enrolled in criminal justice program in pursuit of law enforcement careers. Krokbragd on a Rigid Heddle Loom: Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Join Linda Mesavage and other weavers to learn this three-shaft Swedish weave on a rigid heddle loom, using a pick up stick and string heddles. Three patterns will be taught. Bring a loom, shuttle and pick up stick. Cost is $60, plus $10 supply fee. For more info, visit GatheringPlaceCS.org. APRIL 28 Abington Area CROP Hunger Walk: Sunday, April 28. Sign in time is 1:30 p.m. and walk time is 2 p.m. The 3.5-mile walk will start and finish at the Dalton Fire Company, 109 S. Turnpike Road. There is no fee to participate, but each walker is encouraged to raise $100 or more. A portion of the funds raised will support the work of local food programs and the remaining money will go to Church World Service to alleviate hunger in poor communities throughout the world. For more information, visit crophungerwalk. org/clarkssummitpa or email Karen Rickaby at kdavis75@hotmail.com. Spring concert: Sunday, April 28, 7-8 p.m. at Keystone College. The Symphonic Band/Vocal Ensembles Spring Concert will be held

$10 each or three for $25. A reception will be held Monday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m. the fire hall, with the drawing taking place at 7 p.m. Winner need not be present to qualify. The shopping spree will be held Wednesday, May 22 at 6 a.m. at Gerrity’s Supermarket. The winner must agree to the guidelines available at clarkssummitfire.com. For tickets or more information, call 570-586-9656, ext. 4. Community garden volunteers sought: This season’s Waverly Community Garden continues to share fresh produce with local food pantries and other programs. Anyone interested in volunteering to help with the garden can sign up on the its Facebook page at bit. ly/2KzuhBi. The Chinchilla Hose Company’s Annual Lenten Pizza Sale: Continuing each Friday through Good Friday, April 19. Orders must be made in advance from 3-7 p.m. by calling 570-586-5726. Square trays of red and white pizza cost $13 and broccoli pizza is $14. Keystone College Observatory spring series: Wednesdays, April 17 and 24 and Fridays, April 12, 19 and 26, at 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Thomas G. Capillary ’60 Observatory, Fleetville. The programs are free, with no registration required. Observation depends on the weather. Contact Jo-Ann Kamichitis, Observatory Director at 570-945-8402 for more information. Abington Heights Class of 1969 reunion: The committee is seeking contact information including telephone, email and residential address, along with any other pertinent information, for those interested in a 50th reunion this year. Email your info or questions to: khick07@comcast.net or call 570-881-3186. Bookmobile stops: The Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile will make two Clarks Summit stops at Cole Village Apartments, Williams Street, from 2:15-2:45 p.m. and Applewood Acres Apartments, 405 Hamilton Terrace from 3–4 p.m. on April 11 and May 9. For more information, call 570348-3000, ext. 3004. Adult volleyball nights: every Monday, from 6-8 p.m. at the Newton Recreation Center. Players of all skill levels are welcome. The cost is $2. For more information, call 570-586-7808 or visit bit. ly/2UV6OjP or the center’s Facebook page. Pickleball: every Tuesday, from 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays, from 3-5 p.m. at the Newton Recreation Center. The sport of pickleball has elements of tennis, table tennis and badminton, with players using a racket and ball. Players of all skill levels are welcome. The cost is $2. For more information, call 570-586-7808 or visit bit. ly/2UV6OjP or the center’s Facebook page. Open gym: every Thursday, from 6-8 p.m. at the Newton Recreation Center. The most popular activity during this time is basketball, which is open to all ages. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 570-586-7808 or visit bit. ly/2UV6OjP or the center’s ONGOING Facebook page. Community Banking State Rep. Outreach: A Month: During the month of April, the Clarks Summit staff member from state Rep. Marty Flynn’s office will probranch of Citizens Savings Bank, 538 S. State St., Clarks vide outreach assistance from 9 a.m. to noon on the Summit, will host an Art in third Wednesday of the the Office exhibit of works month, alternating between by students of Abington the Clarks Green Borough Heights High School and Building, 104 N. Abington Lackawanna Trail High Road and the South AbingSchool. The bank is also hosting a monetary and item ton Township Building’s second-floor meeting room, 104 collection for the Dalton Food Pantry. For more infor- Shady Lane Road in Chinchilla. Flynn’s staff can help mation on the Community with PennDOT paperwork, Baking Month programs, LIHEAP winter heating visit citizens-savings.com. assistance, unemployment Shopping spree raffle: Clarks Summit Fire Compa- compensation, workers’ compensation, PACE/PACENET ny Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a grocery shopping spree prescription-drug coverage, raffle at Gerrity’s Supermar- unclaimed property searches and any other state-related ket in Clarks Summit. First matter. Call 570-342-4348 for prize is three minutes to fill more information. as many carts as you can, second prize is a $100 gift Reach the Suburban: 570card and third prize is a $50 348-9185; suburbanweekly@ gift card. Raffle tickets are timesshamrock.com

in the Theatre in Brooks. Admission is free. APRIL 30 Exploring Pennsylvania: Tuesday, April 30, 6:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Jeff Mitchell, hiking expert and Wyoming County district attorney, will give a visual presentation of his travels in Northeast Pennsylvania. Cost is $10. For more info, visit GatheringPlaceCS. org. MAY 3 End-of-year dance: A fourth-, fifth- and sixth-grade end-of-year dance will be held Friday, May 3, from 6-8 pm. at the Newton Recreation Center. Admission is $10, or free for a child of an adult volunteer. The dance will include games, food and a live DJ. For more information, call 570-586-7808 or visit bit.ly/2UV6OjP or the center’s Facebook page. MAY 4 Rabies clinic: The Humane Society of Wyoming County is sponsoring a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats on Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m. to noon at the Department of Agriculture Building, Route 92 South, Tunkhannock. Cost is $8 per shot (cash only). Dr. Abbey Jones of the Schultzville Animal Hospital will administer the vaccinations. For safety reasons, all pets must be either leashed or individually caged. Bring the pet’s most recent rabies vaccination certificate, if available. The clinic is open to pets from all counties. For more information, call 570836-4745. MAY 5 The Wally Gordon Community Singers’ spring concert, “Everyday Heroes in Our Community”: Saturday, May 5, at 6 p.m. at Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, 1310 Morgan Highway. Tickets are $5 in advance (available from any choir member), $5 at the door for students and seniors, and $10 at the door for others. All Lackawanna County fire, police and ambulance service providers, as well as active service military members and veterans, will be admitted free of charge if they are in uniform or present ID. All of these community heroes will receive recognition at the concert. The choir will host a dessert reception in the Fellowship Hall immediately after the concert. For more information, visit bit. ly/2LJwABW. MAY 19 16th Annual Dalton Children’s Fishing Derby: Sunday, May 19, noon to 2 p.m. at Dalton’s Streamside Park. Registration begins at 11 a.m. Open to children up to age 15. Includes trophies, prizes, food and drink. Classical music concert: Sunday, May 19, 4 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Clarks Summit, 300 School St. Classical Music with John Michael Vaida and the NEPA Chamber Music Society. For more information, call 570-586-6306 or visit fpccs.org. DEC. 1-8 Cruise to the Bahamas: The Abington Senior Center is sponsoring a cruise to the Bahamas Dec. 1-8. Call Adele at 570-586-8996 for details.

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Prima Elite Academy of Dance Studio dance team members pose at the Dreammakers Scranton Regional Competition. Front: Emma Griglock. From left, second row: Jolie Cook, Lucia Dudziec and Riley Pica. Second row: Bobbi-Rose Smith, Maya Terbovich, Mariel Curra and Bella Nardone. Claire Shoemaker and Adrianna McGuire were also on the team.

Local dancers among award-winning team SCRANTON — Prima Elite Academy of Dance announced its studio awards for their first competition this year at Dreammakers National Talent Competition- Scranton Regional, held at the Scranton Cultural Center. In its fourth year, the studio participated at the competition with 14 entries.

The team’s group number, “On Broadway,” was awarded first place overall with a special “Fosse Fanatics,” judges choice award as well as a choreo g raphy award and a “Golden Ticket” award, an invitation for their group dance to be perfor med again. “On Broadway” group danc-

ers are Adrianna McGuire of Scranton, Bella Nardone of Moosic, B o bb i - Ro s e S m i t h o f Scranton, Lucia Dudziec of Moosic, Claire Shoemaker of Clarks Summit and Mariel Curra of Clarks Summit. Several of the academy’s dancers also won individual medals.

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Local students exhibit artwork in Scranton SCRANTON — Keystone College senior art students are exhibiting their works at two downtown art galleries throughout the month. The Keystone exhibit, “Reverie,” runs through April 27 in the ArtWorks Gallery and Studio and through April 25 in the AFA Gallery. The two galleries each hosted an opening reception during First Friday on April 5.

“Reverie” includes a mix of paintings, sculptures, graphic design, printmaking and ceramics. Admission to both exhibitions is free. Four Clarks Summit residents are among the students whose works are featured in the exhibit. They are T. Gregorowicz, Courtney McCreary, Bradley Parry and Robert Pipeling.

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ArtWorks Gallery and studio featured work by Keystone College students.

Artist Staci Srebro, left, and Ashley Purdy, both of Factoryville

Artist Courtney McCreary of Clarks Summit, left, and Melanie Rosato of Scranton

Artist William Lycholaj of Factoryville

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The cast of Pygmalion rehearses the scene, ‘A Meeting with the Eynsford family.’ From left: Carol Davis, Mark Fryer, Maddie Giardina, Katie VonBergen, David Hunisch, Emma Ross and David Alejandro Smith. JuLIE JEFFERy MANWARREN / FOR ABINGTON SuBuRBAN

The cast and crew of Actors Circle’s production of ‘Pygmalion,’ from left, first row: Lisa Chokola, Mark Fryer, Emma Ross, David Hunisch and Carol Davis. Second row: Cathy Rist Strauch, Linda Chavez, Jeff Ginsberg, John McInerney, Dominick Azzarelli, Bernard M. Ott, Katie VonBergen, Jane Foy, Maddie Giardina, Tricia Henning, David Alejandro Smith, Carol Arena, Corey Kelly, Lorrie Loughney and Amanda VanBuskirk.

THEATER: local actors in play FROM PAGE 1

“Pygmalion” tells the story of Professor Henry Higgins, a linguistic expert, who takes a bet that he can transform an awkward cockney flower seller, Eliza Doolittle, into a refined young lady by polishing her manners and speech. Strauch is co-producing the play with John McInery of Clarks Summit, a retired University of Scranton professor and member of the International Shaw Society. McInery has researched the origins of the play and studied Shaw extensively. He proved invaluable to Strauch and the cast with his knowledge of Shaw’s work and the characters in the play. “‘Pygmalion,’ done in period, can be difficult, but it would be true to Shaw,” McInery said. “The audience may recognize dialogue from Pygmalion, as much of it was in the film ‘My Fair Lady.’ However, the two works are different.

‘My Fair Lady’ emphasized “The story of Pygmathe relationship between lion is well known,” said Higgins and Eliza. But Hunisch. “Whenever you Shaw always insisted that are doing something popuHiggins and Eliza not get lar that has been done and together. His play became interpreted in different about the emergence of ways, the challenge is to be Eliza and her development true to the original. I want as a strong woman coming to be true to what Shaw into her own. That’s what wrote and not overly influthe play is really about.” enced by other sources.” Professor Higgins is Emma Ross of Waverly played by David Hunisch, Township plays the role a Clarks Summit resident of Eliza. She echoed and expeHunisch’s rienced commitWant to go? actor who ment to Actors Circle’s production of brings the integ“Pygmalion” by George Benard professionrity of Shaw will be presented April alism and the script. 25-28 and May 2-5 at Providence experience “This Playhouse, 1256 Providence Road to the cast. play in Scranton. Thursday, Friday and Hunisch involves Saturday shows begin at 8 p.m. received having an and Sunday shows at 2 p.m. a NEPTA Tickets are $12 for general accent to admission, $10 for seniors and award for be true $8 for students. For reservations, best supto the pecall 570-342-9707 or email porting riod. I’ve tickets@actorscircle.com. actor in a worked comedy, for on a his role in London, ‘Leading Ladies.’ He also rough, cockney, street acdirected for Actors Circle cent. There is also a change in the past. to Eliza’s speech and tran-

sition to a proper Highbridge London accent. It was fun but challenging to develop that. It’s also interesting to work with the emotional part of Eliza’s character. “Eliza comes from a poor background but she’s strong. She doesn’t take anything from anyone. She doesn’t have anything, but she doesn’t let it define her.” Ross has been acting since age 9. Her first show, “Annie Jr.,” was performed at Abington Heights Middle School. She has acted in many productions since, but this is her first show with Actors Circle. Carol Arena, the costume designer for “Pygmalion,” has worked in theater since 1996. “I prefer time period productions, so this is exciting for me. I have some wonderful pieces I’m working on for ‘Pygmalion’,” she said. “When a character has the right costuming, they can own the role.”

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From left: Mark Fryer, Emma Ross, David Hunisch and Carol Davis rehearse lines for ‘Pygmalion.’ The show, presented by Actor’s Circle, will be performed at Providence Playhouse, opening on April 25. Carol Davis of Clarks Summit plays the professor’s mother, Mrs. Higgins, a dream role for her. She has been involved in dancing, singing, choreography, costumes, lights and stage management for theater over the years. “I love theater in all forms. I don’t care if I’m off stage or on,” Davis said. “This role is the best role I’ve ever had. I just love it and feel like I’m Mrs. Higgins when I step on the stage.” She described Actors Circle as “a great group of people,” adding, “everyone is supportive. We have this theater family and they’ve become my family.”

The cast David Hunisch (Professor Higgins), Mark Fryer (Col. Pickering), Emma Ross (Liza Doolittle), Dominick Azzarelli (Alfred Doolittle), Lorrie Loughney (Mrs. Pearce), Carol Davis (Mrs. Higgins), Katie Von Bergen (Mrs. Eynsford Hill), Maddie Giardina (Clara Hill), David Alejandro Smith (Freddy Hill) and Jeff Ginsberg (Nepommuck). Also in the ensemble: Bernard Ott, Jane Foy, Tricia Henning, Amanda VanBuskirk, Lisa Chokola, Linda Chavez, Corey Kelly and John McInerney. Appearing as ballroom dancers: Gehred and Jill Wetzel, Don Strasburger, Kathy Venee, John McInerney and Carol Davis.

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25 Church Hill Rd., (Glenburn Twp.), Clarks Summit, PA Palm Saturday, April 13, 5:00 pm Palm Sunday, April 14, 11:00 am Choral Holy Eucharist with Reading of Passion Gospel Blessed Palms distributed at both services Maundy Thursday, April 18, 5:00 pm Holy Eucharist and Stripping of Altar Covered-dish Soup Supper, 6:00 pm

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330 North Abington Road, Clarks Summit, PA Saturday, April 13, 2019 - Vigil Mass, 5PM Palm Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 8AM, 10AM and 12PM. Holy Thursday 8:30 am - Morning Prayer - Our Lady of the Snows 7:00 pm - Mass of the Lord’s Supper

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Chinchilla United Methodist Church 411 Layton Road, South Abington Twp., PA 18410 Palm Sunday Service at 10:00 - Distribution of Palm

Clarks Summit United Methodist Church 1310 Morgan Hwy., Clarks Summit, PA Palm Sunday, March 25, 8:00 am 10:00 am Maundy Thursday, March 29 7:00 pm Maundy Thursday Service

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205 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA Palm Sunday Eucharist, April 14, 8:15 AM and 10:30 AM Family Service, 9:15 AM Maundy Thursday, April 18, 6:15 pm Covered Dish Supper 7:30 pm Maundy Thursday Eucharist

Waverly United Methodist Church 105 Church Street, Waverly

Palm Sunday, April 14, 9:00 AM Worship Service Holy Thursday, April 18 Holy Thursday Service with Communion and Prayer at 7:00 PM

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SPORTS

THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019

Abington Heights spring sports capsules

SOFTBALL

Home field: Abington Heights High School Last season: 13-2 Head coach: John Kelly Returning starters: Alison Fiorillo, Sr., LF; Nina Kozar, Sr., C/1B; Catherine Anne Kupinski, Jr., 1B/C; Mara Hamm, Jr., P/3B; Caroline Kelly, Jr., RF; Maria Tully, Jr., SS/2B; Bailey White, So., CF; Rachel McDonald, So., 2B/OF. Other returning: Shaelyn Kobrynich, Jr., IF/OF; Ava Leach, So., P/2B. Newcomers: Ashley Chrysler, Sr., OF; Avery Fiorillo, Fr., P/IF; Megan heard, Fr., SS/2B/C.

TENNIS

Home court: Abington Heights Middle School Last season: 12-2 Head coach: Michele Petrasko Returning: Harrison Fedor, Jr.; Rory Harris, Jr.; Christopher Hobbie, Sr.; Varun Iyengar, Jr.; Charles Puksta, Jr.; Michael Rodyushkin, So.; Adam Vale, So.; Samuel Weis, So. Newcomers: Christopher Gardner, Fr.; Yehoshua Griver, Jr.; Iwo Kasperkowicz, So.; Seungeon Kim, Sr.; Andrew Kirtley, Jr.; Nicholas Peters, Fr.; Ryan Salony, Fr.; Eric Simakaski, Sr.

BY MARTY MYERS STAFF WRITER

Holy Cross’ Tyler Mozeleski and Lakeland’s Jake Kurnow buried back-to-back 3s as Lackawanna took its biggest lead, 25-12, only to see the WVC climb back into it, tying the score at 50 early in the second half. That’s when Scranton’s Marcus Bauman took over, scoring six of his 15 points and grabbing six of his 10 rebounds in a four-minute span as the Lackawanna League reclaimed a 63-56 cushion. Twice in the second half the WVC pulled within a bucket Then, leading, 90-86, Tinsley’s driving reverse layup started a clinching 7-0 run that Koehler capped with a 3-point play with 2:05 left. “It’s kind of like one more AAU kind of game,” Tinsley said. “We just had to come out and bring that energy and that’s what we did.”

STAFF REPORT

As the names and faces during the spring sports season change through the years, there remains one constant. Abington Heights continues to have the power program in girls track and field. Once again, the Lady Comets are the favorite to defend their Lackawanna Track Conference Division I crown as the regular season opens officially this week. They will receive a couple of challenges, but this g roup has a mix of accomplished veterans and rising newcomers, as Abington Heights seeks to continue its record-setting streak of 73 dualmeet victories that spans 12 years. Leading the charge for the Lady Comets will be a pair of All-Region standouts. Dani Heine is a returning state-medal winner in the Class 3A pole vault and will contribute in the

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Abington Heights’ George Tinsley chases a loose ball down the court during the second annual Battle of the Valley Classic all-star basketball game at Lackawanna College in Scranton on Sunday, March 31. The Lackawanna League team defeated the Wyoming Valley Conference, 105-94.

jumps. She has cleared 11 feet in the pole vault after another successful indoor season. Calista Marzolino, a Lehigh University commit, is one of the top allaround athletes in the LTC. She is an All-Region performer in the hurdles and jumps, and in the indoor season claimed a state medal in the high jump. “Going into our first meet that is one of the main goals, to sustain the streak while also focusing i n o n o u r i n d iv i d u a l goals,” said Marzolino, who cleared 5 feet, 4 inches in a meet this spring for the high jump. “We are really promoting team together ness, which includes the girls team supporting the boys team.” In addition, Abington Heights will count on sprinter Danielle Beamish, thrower Adele Hollander and hurdler Anna Marchetta. The Lady Comets also have an infusion of

talent, including freshman Gianna Sabatini, who has already posted a time of 59.9 seconds in the 400 meter run.

GIRLS Home field: Abington Heights High School Last season: 4-0 Head coach: Mike Ludka Returning: Sarah Bath, Sr.; Danielle Beamish, Sr.; Isabelle Bernard, So.; Jillian Bird, Jr.; Emma Blakiewicz, So.; Alexa Boersma, Sr.; Kathleen Chickillo, Jr.; Mariel Curra, So.; Zoe Detter, So.; Noelle Fantanarosa, So.; Emma Gibson, Jr.; Megan Healey, Sr.; Danielle Heine, Sr.; Sadie Henzes, Jr.; Adele Hollander, Jr.; Hannah Hughes, Sr.; Rachel Klein, Jr.; Clarke Kupinski, So.; Kristin Lipkus, So.; Carlee MacPherson, Sr.; Anna Marchetta, Jr.; Abigail Marion, So.; Calista Marzolino, Sr.; Emily McCabe, So.; Jewell Mitchell, So.; Modupe Osuntokun, Sr.; Sabriya Seid, So.; Elyse Simakaski, So.; Alexandra Thornton, Jr.; Andrea RamerezRivera, Sr. Newcomers: Lucy Abdalla, Fr.; Isabella Allen, Fr.; Isabelle Bernard, So.; Abigail Brock, So.; Allison Dammer, Fr.; Zoe Epstein, So.; Heidi Hughes, Fr.; Angel Jefferson, So.; Elizabeth Keisling, Fr.; Megan Malone, Fr.;

Madeline Meckwood, So.; Jordan Patrick, So.; Gianna Sabatini, Fr.; Eleanor Saunders, Fr.; Anna Scoblick, Fr.; Ellie Smith, Fr. BOYS Home field: Abington Heights High School Last season: 3-1 Head coach: Mike Ludka Returning: Brian Barlow, Sr.; Jeffrey Barlow, Sr.; Zachary Boersma, So.; Noah Bolus, Jr.; Seth Colan, So.; James Dana, Jr.; Joseph Danoski, Jr.; Clay Davis, Sr.; Ryan Flynn, Sr.; Stephen Haggerty, Sr.; Robert Horvath, Jr.; Matthew Kelleher, Jr.; Nicholas Klapatch, Jr.; Conor Kryeski, Sr.; Kohl Lindaman, So.; Nicholas Madera, Sr.; Damon Martin, Jr.; Ethan Mattox, Sr.; Reid Mattox, Jr.; Shervin Mokhtari, Jr.; Ryan Mulcahey, Jr.; Connor Napierala, Sr.; Christopher Newell, Sr.; Cameron Pettinato, Sr.; Tyler Petty, So.; Joshua Przekop, Sr.; Jakob Quanbeck, Jr.; Christian Ragnacci, Zachary Roditski, Jr.; Joshua Schneider, So.; Sloan Seid, Sr.; Ryan Siebecker, Sr. Newcomers: Samuel Kalmanowicz, Jr.; Bryan Lear, Fr.; James Lefchak, Jr.; Christian Lezinski, Fr.; Colin Moran, So.; Zachary Rice, Fr.; Marco Rollison-Martinez, Jr.; Gavin Ross, Fr.; Benjamin Schneider, Fr.; Ian Stanton, Jr.; Jacob Sukel, Fr.; Jack Wasko, Sr.

Abington Heights spring sports roundup STAFF REPORT

Baseball Scott Gilbert threw a two-hitter with 11 strikeouts to lead Abington Heights to a 10-0 win over Scranton in a Lackawanna League Division I baseball game April 2 at PNC Field. On April 4, James Myers doubled for Abington Heights in a 5-3 loss to Wallenpaupack. James McGrail had 18

VOLLEYBALL

Abington Heights’ George Tinsley is fouled by Wyoming Seminary’s Dimitri Gnall during the second annual Battle of the Valley Classic all-star basketball game at Lackawanna College in Scranton on Sunday, March 31. The Lackawanna League team defeated the Wyoming Valley Conference, 105-94.

Lady Comets look to continue track and field dominance

Volleyball

Home court: Clarks Summit Elementary School Last season: 11-1 Head coach: Jamie Spangler Returning starters: Matt Pacyna, Sr.; James McGrail, Sr.; Matt Molnar, Jr. Other returning: Kyle Kronick, Jr.; Will Brown, Jr.; Chance VanSickle, Jr. Newcomers: Gray-Paul Bossi, So.; Nate Steenback, Fr.

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Koehler, Tinsley help all-stars to victory

SCRANTON — Didn’t take long for it to become apparent this wasn’t going to be your average NBA-style allstar game. Abington Heights’ Trey Koehler and George Tinsley each made a pair of early steals and Scranton Prep’s Mario Rotell made another as the Lackawanna League all-stars came out pressuring on defense. The result was an early 13-0 run — highlighted by Koehler’s rip out of the arms of a Wyoming Valley Conference player and take for a layup — as the Lackawanna League topped the WVC, BASEBALL 105-94, in the Battle of the Home field: Abington Heights Valley March 31 at LackawaHigh School Last season: 5-8 nna College’s Student Union. Head coach: Bill Zalewski “I didn’t see it as an all-star Returning starters: Joey game,” said Koehler, one of Barcia, Sr., OF; Dan Habeeb, Sr., five Lackawanna players in SS; James Myers, Sr., C/IF/P; double figures with 11 points. Jake Petty, Sr., 2B; Evan “I just saw it as a game where Contact the writer: Dempsey, Jr., OF/P. Other returning: Graham we had to compete and try mmyers@timesshamrock.com Gilmore, Sr., 1B/P; Andrew my hardest. Miller, Sr., OF/P; Connor Wyoming Valley — Will Johnson “I was just trying to give it (GAR) 7 3-5 20, Tyler Faux (TUN) 4 2-2 13, Newman, Sr., OF/P; Nick Notari, my all. It’s my last time playNick Prociak (HR) 5 3-4 13, Matt MarSr., 3B/P; Zach Allen, Jr., 3B/P; ing with all of my friends chetti (MMI) 4 2-2 11, Zach Evans (BER) Ryan Gabura, Jr., OF/P; Ryan 3 2-2 9, Collin Cook 3 0-0 8, Nate Kreitzer O’Malley, Jr., IF; Nick Davenport, and I just wanted to compete (NAN) 2 2-2 7, Sean Murphy (CRE) 2 0-0 6, Camden Boris (CRE) 1 0-0 3, Dimitri Jr., OF/P; Scott Gilbert, So., as hard as I could.” (SEM) 1 0-1 2, Nick Ganter (SEM) 1 1B/P; John Deibert, So., OF/P/ MMI’s Matt Marchetti con- Gnall 0-0 2. Totals: 33 14-18 94. IF. nected from the right wing Lackawanna — Mario Rotell (SP) 6 Newcomers: Ben Kubic, So., for 3 of his 11 points to give 4-4 19, Leo O’Boyle (SP) 6 1-2 16, George IF; Mike Servas, So., P/3B; (AH) 5 4-4 15, Marcus Bauman the WVC a 9-6 lead. That’s Tinsley Buzz Albright, Fr., P/3B; Cole (SCR) 6 3-6 15, Jake Kurnow (LAK) 3 1-2 9, when Tinsley, Rotell and Blake Gearhart (DV) 3 0-0 7, Dahlton FrisVida, Fr., P/1B; Gavin LaCoe, Fr., (WW) 2 0-0 6, Tyler Mozeleski (HC) 1 C/P. Koehler asserted themselves bie 0-0 3, Brian Boland (SP) 1 0-0 2, Marc as the Lackawanna squad Kudrich (VV) 1 0-0 2, Mikey Schermerhorn (MTV) 0 0-0 0. Totals: 39 14-19 105. spurted ahead. Halftime: Lackawanna, 50-47. 3-point Tinsley, who scored 15, goals: LACROSSE Johnson 3, Faux 3, Murphy 2, grabbed 10 rebounds and had Cook 2, Kreitzer, Evans, Marchetti, Boris. BOYS five assists, knotted the score Rotell 3, O’Boyle 3, Frisbie 2, Kurnow 2, Home field: Comets Stadium Mozeleski, Tinsley, Gearhart. Rebounds: Head coach: Gregg Loboada for the final time. Rotell WVC 39 (Gnall 7), LACK 50 (Bauman 10, Returning starters: Dante scored three buckets over the Tinsley 10, O’Boyle 10). Assists: WVC 12 (Faux 3), LACK 15 (Tinsley 5). Steals: DeRiggi Jr.; Hunter Riiff, Sr.; next 57 seconds as the Lacka- WVC 8 (Johnson 3, Gnall 3), LACK 9 Jacob Naholnik, Sr.; Ian wanna League used defen- (Bauman 2, Rotell 2, Tinsley 2). TurnStevens, Jr.; Noah Johnson, Sr.; overs: WVC 11, LACK 9. Blocks: WVC 3 sive pressure to get easy (Marchetti, Gnall, Prociak), LACK 3 Gage Curry, So.; Holdan Riiff, (Bauman, Mozeleski, Koehler). buckets. So.; Nick Colombo, Jr.; Noah

Braid, Sr. GIRLS Home field: Comets Stadium Last season: 4-7 Head coach: Becky Davis Returning starters: Brennan Tates, Sr.; Sidney Horvath, Jr.; Erin Albright, Jr.; Morghan Stiles, Jr.; Leia Parry, Sr. Other returning: Camille Marquardt, Sr.; Meghan Marion, Sr.; Lauren Berry, Jr.; Delaney Greenish, So. Newcomers: Allison Murray, So.; Abbey Steenback, So.; Claudia Kozar, So.; Haddy Davis, So.

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kills for Abington Heights, Kyle Kronick had eight kills and Matt Pacyna had 36 assists in a 3-2 loss to Blue Ridge in a Lackawanna League boys volleyball match April 2. On April 4, Nate Steenback had 13 assists and Grey-Paul Bossi had eight digs to lead the Comets past Elk Lake, 3-0.

high jumps and Danielle Heine won the triple jump and pole vault to lead the Abington Heights girls to a 120-29 win over West Scranton on April 2. In boys’ action, Antonio Maletta swept the hurdles and was part of the winning 1,600 relay and Stephen Haggerty won the 1,600 and 3,200 to lead Abington Heights to a Track & Field 104.5-45.5 win over West In Lackawanna League Scranton. Division I, Calista MarzoliTennis no finished first in the 100 Rory Harris and Sam hurdles and the long and

Weiss posted wins in singles to help Abington Heights win an early-season battle of Lackawanna League tennis unbeatens, toppling Scranton, 4-1, on April 3.

Softball Catherine Anne Kupinski homered, scored three runs and drove in two to lead Abington Heights past Wallenpaupack, 8-5, on April 3. Rachel McDonald had three hits, a run and two RBIs for the Lady Comets.

Arla Davis competes in national powerlifting meet STAFF REPORT

Abington Heights’ Arla Davis finished 17th in the girls 72 kilogram weight class (158 pounds) at the USA Powerlifting High School National Championship meet March 31 in

Alexandria, Louisiana. She had a three-lift total of 275 kilograms (606 pounds) with a squat of 85 kilograms (187), a bench press of 55 kilograms (121 pounds) and a deadlift of 135 kilograms

(298 pounds). Davis was the fourth member of the Abington H e i g h t s p o w e rl i f t i n g team to compete at the n at i o n a l m e e t . B o d i e LaCoe won the 53 kilogram (116 pounds) weight

c l a s s c h a m p i o n s h i p, Gianna Sabatini placed second in the 52 kilogram (115 pounds) class and Rachel Klein finished third in the 47 kilogram class (104 pounds) earlier in the four-day event.

CLIPBOARD

Banquet: Northeast Pennsylvania Friends of NRA will hold its 27th annual banquet April 13 at 4:30 p.m. at Genetti Manor in Dickson City. Additional information: 570-587-2662 or dbcmoz@epix.net. Bird watch: Lacawac Sanctuary will host a bird watch with guides from the Audubon Society of Northeast Pennsylvania at on May 4 at 8 a.m. A trail cleanup will follow at 9. Hike: Nathaniel Whitmore of the Delaware Highlands Mushroom Society will lead a short hike while pointing out edible spring plants on April 20 at 10 a.m. at Lacawac Sanctuary, 94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel. Cost is $10 or $5 for sanctuary members. Scholarship shoot: Factoryville Sportsmen’s Club will host the annual Fred Loch Memorial Scholarship Shoot May 5 at 9 a.m. at its sporting clays course on Lake Winola Road to support scholarships at Lackawanna Trail and Tunkhannock. Additional information: Carl Tylutki, 570-9453137, Fred Rose, 570903-5755, or fscweb.org. Softball: Fran’s Sunday Men’s League is reorganizing. Deadline to register is April 25. Additional information: 570-347-6964. Trout program: Trout have returned to the Lackawanna River now that acid-mine drainage has lessened, and guide Adam Nidoh will present a slide show where to found them during a meeting of the Western Pocono Chapter of Trout Unlimited on April 16 at 7 p.m. at the Nescopeck State Park. Wildlife program: Specialists from Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center will present birds of prey, mammals and reptiles that they’ve cared for while discussing ways that wildlife adapt to survive in a program May 18 at 10 a.m. at the Lacawac Sanctuary, 94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children.

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The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce President Bob Durkin was the featured speaker for a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of the Abingtons. He addressed the many programs that have been developed by the chamber. His topics included workforce and leadership development and economic development. At the meeting are Chris Calvey Jr. (left), representing the board, and Durkin.

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Last week I was presentscreened for privacy, the obed with a landscape chalvious entry to be made less lenge. I do many landscape obvious and the main entry consultations, and there are to be moved down a path to always challenges: the side. That side entry is What plant will thrive currently deeply shaded by here? full-grown arborvitae trees, How can maintenance be and is accessed by a crushed minimized? gravel driveway. It is also How can beauty provide a screened from view by a screen from ugly? large Norway spruce planted Most discussions start at the right of the circle with the plants. drive. So currently, the placeBut last week’s landscape ment of the mature plants challenge needs de-emto end with phasizes So for success, the plants. The the entry good hardscaping that the homeowners want to use design helps the homelandscaping owners plants do their job. want emto change the main entrance phasized. of their home from the front How to begin? Cut down to the side, and they want to trees and plant new ones? use landscape design to acMaybe. complish the task. But I think that it is better It is helpful to walk to start by thinking hardthrough the design process, scape. In other words, before so let me begin by describwe get to the plants, what ing the property. After a long do the non-living things, the drive up a country lane, we structures, communicate arrive at a circle drive that about the entryway? First, since most of the comes right up to a large world naturally drives patio that covers the entire counterclockwise around front of the stone house. circles, traffic will natuThe patio serves as a landrally reach the desired ing for two entries, but the main entry first. The queshomeowners want neither tion is how to get the trafof these entries to be used fic to stop there. I suggest for public access. Instead, this can be accomplished they want the patio to be

in two ways. First, widen and decorate the pavement (for example, use Belgian pavers) only on that side of the circle and extend the decoration theme toward the desired entrance. This will encourage visitors to park in the widened area and walk along the decorated pavement to the new entry. Second, use higher maintenance plant features (boxwood hedges) to accent the pathway to the new entry. At this point, the homeowners should consider whether the mature trees should be removed to open up the vista to this side of the house. As for the remaining entries, the driveway moved back from the patio, allowing a lilac screen to be planted in the newly created bed. The lilacs will only obscure the view of the first floor of the house but will visually reinforce the newly framed side entry. So for success, good hardscaping design helps the plants do their job. Joshua arp is an isa-certified municipal specialist, clarks summit’s municipal arborist and an operator of an organic lawn and landscape maintenance business. reach him at josarhuap@aol.com.

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witness described as a “fit of mad rage.” The witness, John, a city man who was there to purchase a goat for sacrificing, shook his head as he recalled the scene. “I don’t think I’ve ever seen a person angrier than he was,” John said. “He just walked in and started throwing stuff, yelling at the merchants, calling them ‘robbers’ and chasing them out. Then after he calmed down, all these sick people came in and he started healing them. I honestly don’t know what to make of it.” One of the vendors, also named John, said after the initial shock of the encounter wore Tensions rise as he and some of the controversial rabbi, off, others held a meeting to Pharisees continue discuss the incident and to butt heads what to do about it. “I won’t be called a JERUSALEM — Straw, ‘robber’ at my own place animal dung and the animals themselves went of business,” he said. “I’m sick of this guy flying through the air and his self-righteous in the temple yesterday attitude, coming in like when the rabbi Jesus, a he owns the place. Even Nazarene, overturned vendor tables in what one the religious leaders are “We advise everyone to steer clear of this man and his teachings for the time being, while we investigate his claims and credentials,” said Joses, a sect spokesman, in an official statement. “We don’t know why he’s here or how long he plans to stay, but if we find him to be a heretic, his departure from Jerusalem will be in stark contrast to the triumphant welcome he received yesterday when he entered our fine city.” Joses declined to elaborate. Efforts to reach Gov. Pilate for comment regarding the accusations of treason were unsuccessful.

saying he’s got to go. But so many of the people love him and think he’s God’s gift to mankind. Well, this ‘Messiah’ just cost my business a lot of money.” The majority of the city folk feel differently. Another resident, Jonas, claims Jesus healed his sister, who was born blind. “The Pharisees keep saying not to trust him (Jesus), and that he can’t prove he’s the Messiah, but what more proof do we need? She can see – my sister can see,” Jonas said, his voice cracking with emotion. He added that, despite his admiration for and faith in the man, he thinks he’s a bit foolish to go against the Pharisees and wealthy businessmen. “I will always be grateful for what he did for my sister, but he needs to tone it down a bit,” Jonas said. “This Jesus better be careful, or he’s going to get himself killed.” Next week: part two.

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schools

THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019

school briefs

spring break service trips

and function of proteins. Brayer was recently chosen to present the results of her research at the Emerging Researchers National Conference in STEM in Washington, D.C. She was awarded second place in the category of biological sciences, subcategory: cancer, physiology and genetics. She is a daughter of Rick and Christine Brayer of Clarks Summit and granddaughter of Joan Krafjack of Clarks Summit and Rich and Helene Brayer of Scranton.

The University of Scranton Two Abington-area residents were among the 51 University of Scranton students who participated in six domestic service trips, organized by Campus Ministries’ Center for Service and Social Justice, over spring break. Zoe Haggerty of South Abington Township, a biochemistry, cell and molecular biology major, and Grace Gallagher of Dalton, an accounting major, Music award both served the homeless Abington Heights by preparing daily meals, cleaning and sorting cloth- School District Abington Heights ing and food donations at St. Francis Inn in Philadel- School District was named one of the “Best Commuphia. nities for Music EducaDean’s list tion” by the National Wyoming Seminary Association of Music MerUpper School chants (NAMM) FoundaThe Abington-area stution. dents named to the WyoThe award recognizes ming Seminary Upper outstanding efforts by School dean’s list for the teachers, administrators, second term of the 2018parents, students and com2019 academic year are as munity leaders who have follows. made music education Dean’s list high honors: part of a well-rounded Samantha Barcia of education. Designations Clarks Green are made to districts and Jose de los Rios of Dalschools that demonstrate ton an exceptionally high comMichael Giallorenzi of mitment and access to Clarks Summit music education. Hannah Gilbert of Members of Abington Waverly Township Heights music department Jacob Gilbert of Waver- include: ly Township Allison Covell Campbell Kelly of Dana Cerminaro Clarks Green Beth Shaw Charles Kutz of Clarks Deano Noto Summit Mary Kay Kuzma Lily Anne Kutz of Rebecca Hetzel Clarks Summit Becky Burdett a Harrison Peairs of Eric Boylan Clarks Summit Alyssa Shonk of Clarks honor roll Summit Christian Summit Academy Dean’s list: Marianne Rivers, princiHannah Frels of Dalton pal of Summit Christian Andrew Maddock of Academy, announced the Clarks Summit school’s third quarter honAndrew Morgan of or roll, as follows. Clarks Summit 10th grade: Charles Wright of Justin Bodin Clarks Summit Burke Colombo honor societies James Schmidt Jr. The University of Ninth grade: Scranton Zachary Cutrona ■ Abington-area resiLeah Himka dents were among the 38 Joshua Masters University of Scranton Eighth grade: students inducted into Chi Isaac Morrison Delta Rho, the university’s Ally Plantz chapter of Chi Sigma Iota, Ethel Schmidt the international honor Seventh grade: society for counseling. Christopher Buchanan This chapter was estabKaylee Parker lished in 1994. Dominick Snipes Local Students inducted Logan Treat include: Sixth grade: Harrison Wolff of Kylie Butash Clarks Summit Kendra Izon Morgan Craig of WaverAlethia Masters ly Township Paige Rivers Tessa Werner of South Nathan Schmidt Abington Township Camilla Treat Stacey Watkins of ChinMeredith Williams chilla. Fifth grade: ■ Amy Atkinson of Noah Dietrich Clarks Summit was Johnathan Feldman among the University of Audrey Izon Scranton students inductKyle Kovar ed into Alpha Phi Sigma, Ruby Redfield the national honor society Logan Schmidt for criminal justice stuFourth grade: dents. The university’s Marquise Bloom chapter of the honor sociJaylee Gonzalez ety was established in Faith Mielo 1982. Hailey Miller ■ Amanda Colombo of Avery Rivers Clarks Summit was Third grade: among the University of Gabriel Bruckner Scranton students inductChase Butash ed into Lambda Pi Eta, the Brian Deschaine III national honor society for Amelia Dietrich communication majors. Zachary Feldman The university’s chapter Channing Heuer was established in 1999. Dominic Heuer ■ Vanessa Duboski of Joshua Jimenez Clarks Summit was Sarah Lynott among the University of Violet Redfield Scranton students inductCaleb Ryan ed into Pi Mu Epsilon, the Anna Schmidt national honor society for Alexander Snipes mathematics majors. The Adrian Treat university’s chapter of the Second grade: honor society was estabGianella Bruckner lished in 1973. Ethan Bell Samson Cordonnier research award Landon Bruckner The University of Judah Gard Scranton Trayton Feldman Mallory Brayer of Faith Miller Clarks Summit, a senior at Grace Selenski the University of Scranton Robert Walsh majoring in biology and First grade: cellular molecular biology, Katelyn Banta was selected to spend last Djimon Bosu summer at the University Colten Butash of Michigan — Ann Arbor Violet Dietrich as part of an interdisciVictoria Heuer plinary research experiMarissa Jefferey ence for undergraduates Makenzie Kovar program in the structure Andrew Schmidt

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Three olP students place in bookmark contest

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Three Our Lady of Peace School students are among the winners of the 2019 Bookmark Contest. The Lackawanna County Commissioners joined educators and Women’s Commission members in recognizing the winners. From left, first row: LaMya McGowan, West Scranton Intermediate School, third place winner; Samantha Fuchylo, West Scranton Intermediate School, first place winner; Magdalene Churilla, West Scranton Intermediate School, second place winner; Emmi Vitaletti, Our Lady of Peace School, third place winner; and Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley. Second row: Commissioner Jerry Notarianni; Eileen Herbert, teacher at Our Lady of Peace School; Gianna Familetti, Our Lady of Peace School, second place winner; Debra Smith, teacher at Our Lady of Peace School; Grace Kowalski, Our Lady of Peace School, first place winner; Peter Iacavazzi, teacher at West Scranton Intermediate School; and Laurie Cadden, Women’s Commission member.

Abington heights Middle school students of the month

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The Abington Heights Middle School students of the month for March are, from left first row: Mason Klimas and Maeve Ludka. Second row: Moira Phillips, Hannah Puttcamp, Andrew Foley and Adrian Murray. Back Row: Connor Glynn and Coby Dooley.

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coaches vs. cancer plans The spring fling The committee for Coaches vs. Cancer is planning for its spring cocktail party. This year's event, The Spring Fling, will be held at Glenmaura National Golf Club on May 18 at 6 p.m. The evening will include a silent and live auction, dinner and music by Black Tie Stereo. Tickets are $150 and will be available at cvcbasketball.org or by calling 570-562-9749. From left, Kevin Harchar, Nino Cimino, Tim McNamara, Andrew Kettel, Bridget Kettel, Meghan Lennox Gagorik, Greg Gagorik, Lauren Woodard, Bob McCormick, Micah Woodard and Mark Dennebaum.

Penn East FCU partners with Keystone College

LA PLUME — Keystone College and Penn East Federal Credit Union entered into a lease agreement to have Penn East FCU as the newest tenant in the Keystone Commons development project. Keystone Commons, currently under construction on College Avenue on campus, will house several commercial businesses, now including Penn East FCU. Penn East Federal Credit Union is a community credit union offering membership to anyone who lives or works in Lackawanna, Luzerne or Wyoming counties. Since 1938, Penn East FCU has been safeguarding assets for

families in Northeast Pennsylvania. Today, as a community credit union, Penn East FCU serves more than 22,000 members with five locations. Construction on the project began earlier this year. In addition to Penn East FCU, tenants will include a Steak ‘n Shake restaurant, Cawley Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, the Keystone College Campus Bookstore, and a Starbucks coffee shop inside the bookstore. The Keystone Commons, which is located on a parcel of land that formerly served as a parking lot, is expected to open later this year.

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Penn East Federal Credit Union CEO Jeff DeBree and Keystone College President Tracy L. Brundage, Ph.D. sign a lease agreement to have Penn East Federal FCU as the newest tenant in the Keystone Commons development project.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019

abington Community Library Patron of the Month

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Lackawanna County commissioners recognize national Library Week

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‘The Little Engine that Could’ by Watty Piper.

beth sprowls How often do you come to the library? I come weekly.

What kinds of books do you enjoy now? I still love reading children’s books with my kids.

What was your favorite children’s book when you were little? “The Little Engine that Could” by Watty Piper.

Be honest – do you ever judge a book by it’s cover? Oh yeah. For sure.

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The Lackawanna County Commissioners designated April 7-13 National Library Week in the community and presented a proclamation to members of the county’s library system. From left: Commissioner Jerry Notarianni, North Pocono Public Library Director Susan Jeffery; Dalton Community Library Director Shu Qiu; Christine Mandarino, Bookmobile; Lackawanna County Library System Administrator Mary Garm; Scranton Public Library Director Scott Thomas; Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley and Commissioner Laureen A. Cummings.

Mary Belin Rhodes to be honored by Lackawanna County Library system Mary Belin Rhodes of Waverly Township, a community leader and volunteer, was named the William W. Scranton Library Laureate by the Lackawanna County Library System. The award will be presented at the Library System’s American Masters Lecture Thursday, April 18 at 7 p.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Colson Whitehead, the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award-winning author of “The Underground Railroad,” will deliv-

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