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Spoonfuls of Comfort

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Delight tastebuds with this culinary roundup of comfort foods, chef memories and tricks of the trade.

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Discover fine wines and fun times in Northeast PA and beyond.

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“Fall” in Love Get a glimpse of Northeast PA love stories in the fall wedding guide.

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Find out about a global leader in innovation and technology at work in Northeast PA.

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Uncork the Fun!

Bridal Shower Power

Paws for Thought Pick the pet of the month!

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Honoring Heroes Celebrate veterans at the largest Veterans’ Day Parade in the area.

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Learn where to host wedding showers and rehearsal dinners, and get ideas from the pros.

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National Impact

Nostalgic November Things to do, where to go, everything you need to know!

Holiday Happiness Kick off the holiday season with shopping ideas, Santa Claus sightings, and seasonal events!

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MAILBAG Dear Happenings, I look forward to Happpenings Magazine each month, and enjoy and learn from its reporting.

I am curious, and compelled, to write to you.The lead/cover story, "Field Study: Student-Athletes to Watch," features the region's institutions of higher learning, EXCEPT the three Penn State campuses: Worthington Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton.

My query: is it Happenings' oversight or lack of awareness/interest, or lack of Penn State cooperation?

–Richard Fitzsimmsons, via email Dear Happenings, I am very disappointed with the October issue.

Why was Baptist Bible College not included (Student Athletes to Watch) BBC provides amazing basketball and soccer camps for our community, and generously allows youth soccer leagues to play their games on campus…

–Jane Amos

Dear Happenings, When I picked up the October issue I was very excited to see student/athletes from local schools on the cover. I am a retired educator (36 proud years) with the Scranton School District. I am not a PSU grad, but my son, Michael is a proud PSU grad. Not only that, he is the head basketball coach at PSU/ Scranton. He was an All Conference Athlete and made the conference academic team before matriculating at University Park. PSU/ Scranton has many varsity sports for men and women.You could not find one worthy of mention in the October Happenings? I hope you will consider some coverage for some of these outstanding student/athlete and their mentors.

–Doreen Fazzi

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Publisher Managing Editor Art Director Associate Art Director

Paula Rochon Mackarey Barbara Toolan Lisa M. Ragnacci Peter Salerno

Administrative Assistant

Katherine Kempa

Associate Editor

Erika A. Bruckner

Editorial Assistant Account Representatives

Intern

Melissa Sanko Ken Chergosky Rosemary Nye Jane Preate Annette Profera Vince Mecca Matthew Schlasta

On the Cover: Traditional comfort foods grace the table in time for Thanksgiving.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER Dear Readers,

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A sampling of the many letters that we received following our October issue featuring student athletes from local colleges and universities appears in the Mailbag to the left. We appreciate the strong reader interest in our coverage of the lively local college scene!

Over the years, many local colleges and universities have worked closely with us to share information about their activities and have supported us in our work of covering happenings in Northeast Pennsylvania. Local colleges are a source of pride for all of us and a powerful economic and social engine for our community.

We are certainly open and willing to widen our coverage to include additional colleges-- and so we cordially invite any and all to tell us about their My husband, John Mackare programs and activities. We also wely, left, at the football gam Penn State/N e, with Quar orthwestern terback and come their sup(center) and Scranton na A.J. Mackare tive Matt McG y, ri gh t.

10/2012 loin port, which makes it possible for Happenings to continue serving Northeast PA Sincerely, and telling the story of our communities.

Paula

Paula Rochon Mackarey October 2004

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Barnum & Bailey Barnum Bash, Mohegan Sun Area,WilkesBarre.Through Sun.

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Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers, State Theatre, Easton. 8 p.m.

800-999-STATE.

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Fall back!

Daylight Savings Time Ends

The Scranton Chamber of Commerce Gala Sage Awards, Lackawanna College, Scranton.

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It’s Election Day.

6th Annual East German Film Festival, Pearn Auditorium, University of Scranton.Through Thurs.941-7430.

Northeast PA in American History, Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. 7 p.m.

996-1500.

Annual Home for the Holidays, downtown Clarks Summit.Through Sun. 587-9045.

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Great Brews Classic Beer Festival, Split Rock Resort, Lake Harmony.Noon-4 p.m. splitrockresort.com

8th Annual Skytop Holiday Arts Festival, Skytop Lodge, Skytop.

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

595-7401.

Words of Her Own, Fran Lebowitz, Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton 7 p.m.

Magical Full Moon Trail Ride, Vanderbeek Farm, Hawley.

Through Thurs.

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Aviation Month Lung Cancer Awareness Months Good Nutrition Month National Diabetes Awareness Month Pecan Month

Happy Thanksgiving!

The Vienna Boys Choir, Sherman Theater, Stroudsburg.

420-2808.

Midnight Madness After Thanksgiving Weekend Sale, Crossings Premium Outlets,Tannersville.

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Christmas Train & Trees, Main St., Nicholson.5-8 p.m.

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Marley’s Mission Hope Chest Auction, Backyard Ale House, Scranton.

Geisinger Turkey Trot, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. 9 a.m. www.Geisinger.org

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arm, creamy, soothing… It’s food that hugs you with richness and warms you from the inside out. It’s the culinary equivalent of a childhood snuggle. It’s Sunday lunch around Grandma’s table and family dinner mom made from scratch. From universal comfort foods like mac and cheese to ethnic favorites like

spaghetti and meatballs, these dishes evoke nostalgic memories.We invite you to take a bite out of some classic recipes and fresh twists on comfort foods served in Northeast PA restaurants… as regional culinary experts get sentimental about their own food memories along the way.

12 Cuts of Comfort Customers at Arcaro & Genell in Old Forge, the Pizza Capitol of the World, find comfort in a tray of fresh-made pizza (of course!). Their white pizza oozes comfort (and plenty of cheese!) between a seasoned double crust. It’s made fresh daily from homemade dough. For dessert, homemade tiramisu layers ladyfingers soaked in espresso with a homemade custard and whipped cream. Pair it: Italian red wine (pizza); Homemade lemoncello (tiramisu) Not your Average Lasagna The menu revolves around the seasons at Armetta’s

–Erika A. Bruckner

Restaurant & Pizzeria in Chinchilla, with hearty dishes debuting every winter. Each layer of their lasagna wraps diners with home-style comfort. It’s packed with layers of fresh spinach, cheeses, eggplant and marinara, topped with more cheese and baked to fuse the flavors.

Pair it: Red Wine

He brings his heritage to the menu as chef and owner of Bazil Ristorante Italiano in Clarks Summit.

He created Pappardelle con Carne di Vitello, an original take on an upscale “Comfort food is always deliBolognaise. Osso cious and makes you feel like bucco veal is slowyou're home. To me, comfort cooked for hours and food is a big bowl of pasta crumbled over freshwith homemade Sunday cooked pasta. Pair it: sauce. As kids, we would Chianti always gather together at a

Steakhouse Specialty Slow-roasted prime rib is the highlight of a home-cooked meal at Bailey’s Rib and long table and have Sunday dinner together no matter Steakhouse in Creamy Crab what, and we would always Mount Pocono.

With a name like The have homemade pasta and Fresh-baked Boat House Restaurant, sauce. Whenever I eat that bread and seafood is sure to be the today, I still think all the specreamery butter star. The Hawley restaucial times I shared with my round out the rant serves the ultimate family over Sunday dinner.” dinner with sides -Mark Genell, crab dip evoking memoOwner/Chef, Arcaro & like blue-cheeseries of a trip to the Genell and-bacon seashore. Lump crabtopped iceberg meat, Parmesan cheese wedge and and diced red roasted Andouille sausage and beans. peppers mingle in the creamy Pair it: Merlot or a Signature and savory dish that’s made Manhattan from scratch. The fun doesn’t stop there; the dip is served in a Slow-Cooked Goodness unique pretzel bowl with crackPete Montana’s parents were ers! (Learn how to master crab born in Italy, so spaghetti and dip on page 20!) meatballs, good meats and Pair it: Summer Ale cheeses and pasta fagioli were foods on his childhood table.

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CULINARY COMFORT COMFORT FOOD: food prepared in a traditional style having a usually nostalgic or sentimental appeal. (Merriam-Webster) Topped with Tradition at right) paired with Since 1923, comfort-food asparagus chips, canlovers have craved Texas died apple nest, fig wieners (pictured and ice wine at right) and vinegar gelee apple pie all dusted with from bacon sand Coney and drizzled Island with pearLunch scented in port wine Scranton. reduction.

The classic Pair it: A dogs are young Riesling smothered with mustard, (Nothing older than 2010; A onions and world-famous chili. sweet and savory combination For the ultimate with acidic tones to comfort food expematch the tartness of rience, dig in to two vegetables) “When I was 16, I was with wieners, French my father at his friend’s farm fries with gravy, Distinctive in upstate New York. He asked apple pie and oldRotisserie us to stay for dinner, and we fashioned rice puddid. They made corn-on-theCarl Von Luger cob and chicken-andding.

Steak and Seafood dumpling soup. Both were Pair it: Birch Beer slow roasts turkey great, but what made me Soda (since the breasts and whole remember it most was this; it restaurant opened, fryer chickens in its was the first time I ever saw they’ve had either in-house rotisserie. anyone butter bread, then roll Birch or root beer on The only thing that the corn on it to butter the tap!) surpasses the intoxicorn. He then poured honey on the bread and ate it. I tried cating aroma of the it, and the combined flavors Oui, S'il Vous Plait cooking is the delecof the bread, butter, salt and For a twist on a table taste! Half of a corn was great!

It still classic dish, The rotisserie chicken is reminds me of summer and French Manor in paired with fluffy makes me smile.”

South Sterling mashed potatoes -Peter J. Ventura, presents Foie Gras and the customer’s Cook/General Partner, Torchon (pictured Coney Island Lunch favorite vegetable.

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(Learn how to master potatoes on page 19!)

Pair it: Beaujolais or light Chardonnay Baked with Love “Made from scratch” is the only way to cook at Coccetti's A Restaurant & Bakery in Peckville. Everything on the menu is made “with love” from a Thanksgiving bagel to chicken Panini to homemade cake to pumpkin baked stuffed French toast drizzled with warm butter cream sauce!

(Please take a break from reading to wipe the drool off the page now) Pair it: Fresh-brewed Iced Tea or hot Coffee Passed Down for Generations Italian foods are always on the menu at Café Colarusso in Jessup, but on Wednesday nights, classic comfort meals are served up too. Chicken Zylinda is Italian roasted chickcontinued on page 10

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Charmed by “When you cook comfort food, Lasagna is the Italian Chicken you can put your own swing to special-occasion comChicken things, like our Truffled Mac fort food. Leggio’s in Franchese is a and Cheese or my personal Plains and Dallas customer favorite comfort food – my makes homemade favorite at mom’s meatloaf stuffed with spinach and cheddar cheese. lasagna with ground Gresham’s Bowls full of Bliss Take simple comfort food, and beef, sausage and Chop House in Cooper’s Seafood House in jazz it up. Add applewoodthree kinds of cheese, Hawley. They smoked bacon with mac and Scranton and Cooper’s baking each order in use a traditional cheese. There’s no limit.”

Seafood Waterfront in a casserole dish with recipe with egg- William Genovese, Pittston serve up rich and Executive Chef, tomato sauce and battered chickcreamy crab bisque and Gubbio’s even more mozzarella en breast hearty chowders, but the cheese on top. sautéed with one bowl full of comfort that Pair it: Cabernet lemon, butter might turn heads is alligator and white wine. soup! It’s a Free-Range. Full Flavor.

Pair it: Riesling hearty and The pan-fried, free-range “Comfort food reminds you of spicy Cajun Amish chicken at Sand Comfort at Another Gramma’s kitchen, snowy soup that the days and warm fireplaces. Any Spring – Modern Cuisine in Level chef’s motherfood can be comfort food if it Cresco is the most popular Think you know macain-law brings good memories.” comfort food from the bar roni and cheese?

--Mark Cooper, absolutely menu. It is served with trufGubbio’s Think again.

Executive Chef, craved every fled macaroni and cheese in Dunmore has found Cooper's Seafood House time it and arugula salad with bala way to improve on snowed! samic vinegar. this comfort classic. A Pair it: Pair it: A rich, non-oaked Truffled Mac and Cheese Yuengling porter or any Chardonnay appetizer puts a spin on the English Ale (bisque and chowcreamy favorite with truffle ders); IPA Beer (soup) Exclusive oil, prosciutto and red pepPairing pers.

Roasted Goodness Pair it: Chardonnay What tastes better then a beautifully seared and roastWing It ed piece of chicken and a When you go to hint of aged balsamic?

Kelly’s Pub and Diners at Carmen’s at the Eatery in Radisson Scranton, Lackawanna you’ve got “I’d come home from church Station Hotel to try the as child and smell the pot in Scranton roast or chicken in the oven, wings. Fresh can’t get knowing it would be served chicken wings with real mashed potatoes enough of the are fried extra crispy, and gravy to everyone sitting pan-seared served in a signature at the table. My personal chicken For over two sauce and paired with favorite comfort food is still breast, served oven-roasted whole chicken. decades, baked onion soup celery and blue with tomato When done right, it is juicy has been a favorite on the cheese. End it with a and full of flavor and goes basil risotto, menu of The Settlers Inn in homemade brownie great with almost any side roasted asparaHawley washed down with a dish” gus and a Pair it: Devil’s Well Pale Ale, Kelly’s Coffee, made -Kurt Gockley, Food & lemon beurre Beverage Director, brewed exclusively for The with Kahlua and blanc.

Radisson Lackawanna Settlers Inn by Stoudt’s Bailey’s.

Station Hotel Pair it: Malbec Brewery Pair it: Beer or soda from Argentina en topped with balsamic sauce served with fettuccine.

It’s paired with the stuffing recipe from the Colarusso family’s great-grandmother.

Pair it: Chianti or Pinot Grigio

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Down Home Meets International Six East Restaurant in Dickson City showcases its American-style with ethnic flare in two popular dishes.

The classic American chicken soup is a staple on the diner-style, 150-item menu.

Customers even come to grab a quart to take home when they’re feeling under the weather. Polish flavors jump out in the homemade, potato-and-cheese filled

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flavors mingle.

Pair it: Pinot Grigio or a Signature Cosmopolitan

“Comfort foods are are dishes that took a long time to prepare – from scratch! Today, people don’t have the time to cook that way at home every day, so they order it at our restaurant. It’s not new fad foods, but the stuff with staying power that people have loved for years.”

Lush and Local State Street Grill in Clarks Summit has perfected a roasted petite poulet, a cagefree roaming Cornish Slow & game hen stuffed with Steady lemon and thyme. It’s –Paul Wanas, Owner & If slow-roastroasted with vegetaChef, Six East ed pot roast bles and fresh herbs Restaurant cooked to used to make a frafork-tender grant pan sauce, paired doesn’t epitomize comfort with sautéed spinach and food already, add it to root roasted butternut squash vegetables in pan gravy puree, all from local farms. ladled over fresh smashed Pair it: Sauvignon Blanc red bliss potatoes, and there’s no denying this dish Finger-Lickin’ Goodness is first-class comfort. It’s When Bourbon Glazed served at Split Rock Resort Short Ribs hit the plate at in Lake Harmony.

Stone Bridge Inn and Pair it: Di Vinci Chianti Wine Restaurant in Union Dale, it reminds diners of Mom’s Bring back the traditional Sunday beef stew. For a unique dinner (without all the work)!

European comfort food, try a Starting in November, Ehrhardt’s grilled shrimp kabob with Waterfront Restaurant will offer ratatouille. two entrees from the Down Pair it: Big Red Wine (ribs); Home cooking menu for $20 Chardonnay (kabob) every Sunday in winter.

Meatloaf… and Beyond!

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant’s signature juicy meatloaf Old-Time Sea Fare (pictured above) is Classic clams casino, baked stuffed with honeyto order, starts a meal right baked ham and aged at Smuggler’s Cove in Swiss cheese and Tannersville. Oldtopped with fashioned Baked BBQ au jus Seafood and Danish “I grew up with a wood burner Norfolk brings onions. If that in our dining room, and as a together jumbo weren’t family we would have soups, lump crab, tenstews, tomato sauce or enough, the ragouts cooked all day on the der shrimp and sliced and wood burner. There’s nothing juicy scallops in stuffed meatbetter than that.” a simple white loaf is served -Sara Trauger, wine lemon butover Yukon mashed Executive Chef, State ter sauce, baked Street Grille potatoes! Pair it: slowly to let the Merlot or Lager pierogi deep-fried and served with sour cream or sautéed with butter and onion.

Veal “My Way” Customers love Veal Sinatra at Tiffany’s Tap and Grill in

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Eynon nearly “Comfort food to me is walkas ing in to my mom’s house and much being hit with the smells of a home-cooked meal that eases as they all the pain of your day like the away… when you can taste enterthe food in your mouth before tainer you even see it.” with - Matthew Centifonti Sr., Executive Chef, the Split Rock Resort same last name.

Medallions of veal are sautéed in fresh creamery butter and layered with prosciutto, whole milk mozzarella and wrapped in a roasted bell pepper cream sauce.

Pair it: Hayman & Hill Reserve Pinot Noir or Paulaner Oktoberfest Beer Foods of the Rising Sun Authentic Japanese comfort foods and sushi are served at Tokyo Tea House in Pocono Summit. Start with hot miso

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“Modern comfort food is about the flavor and freshness of seasonal ingredients.

When I think of comfort food, I think of what fresh produce is available. For fall, we have features like heirloom pumpkin bisque and Shrimp Stuffed Acorn Squash (pictured on page 11)”

-Tom Farrell, Executive Chef & Owner, Tiffany’s Tap and Grill

soup and then immerse your Japanese comfort food is senses in Nabeyaki Udon, a found in grilled chicken and shrimp and scalseafood noodle lops with cham“Italian food makes great pot, or Shabu pagne sauce and comfort food.

It’s simple, Shabu, a hot pot shitake.

Sushi lovers tastes good and fills you up. prepared tablewill want to try the Italians never want you to side on coldleave hungry because - if signature Yume weather days. you’re full, you’re happy, and Roll, artfully prethat’s what comfort food is Pair it: Hot Sake or pared with crabstick about.”

Sapporo Beer and scallop.

-Jon Doyle, Cook, On a Roll Pair it: White Wine Leggio’s Yume Sushi’s (shrimp); Cold Saki take on a (sushi roll)

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COMFORTFOOD

Comfort, by the Glass Recommended by Mandy Touch, owner of Exit 190 Beer Deli in Dickson City

Seasonal Favorites:

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Oktoberfest beers, Pumpkin beers, Stouts and Porters.

Most of these styles of beer are full of many different flavors that match the fall air. Stouts and Porters remind me of sitting by a fire on a fall night, smelling the smokiness in the air mixed with the sweet smell of the leaves on the ground.

Oktoberfest beers compliment the season with a blend of caramel and malty flavors. Pumpkin beers remind me that Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and that there is plenty of pumpkin pie in my foreseeable future!

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–Mandy Touch, owner of Exit 190 Beer Deli in Dickson City

Classics

What to Pair with Comfort Macaroni & Cheese: Red or Amber Ales (Troeg's Hop Back, Troeg's Levitation Ale, Mendocino Red Tail Ale) Mashed Potatoes and Meatloaf: Stouts or Porters (Samuel Smith Oatmeal Stout, Otter Creek Stove Pipe Porter) Cream-Based Soups: Strong red or brown ales (Dogfish Head Indian Brown) Apple Pie: Troeg's Java Head Stout (it's like having a coffee with your slice of pie!)

Thanksgiving Dinner: Oktoberfest or Pumpkin beers (Paulaner Oktoberfest, Dogfish Head Pumpkin Ale, Wolaver's Organic Pumpkin Ale)

Who needs the food?

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HOW TO MASTER POTATOES Executive Chef Michael McCully Shares His Secrets arl Von Luger Steak and Seafood in Scranton uses only Idaho potatoes. The velvety, fluffy mashed version is a customer favorite; the only way to improve on the classic goodness is by revving up the flavor with roasted garlic!

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1. Keep potatoes fresh! Keep them out of direct sunlight in a cool and dry area to maintain a longer shelf life.

2. Always cut potatoes to a uniform size.

3. Start your potatoes in cold water before boiling and mashing. I start them in ice water!

This will ensure even cooking.

4. Wash and rinse potatoes before baking to remove dirt and soil left behind from processing.

5. Heat the milk and butter before adding to the potatoes and try not to overwork while mashing. This will help them from turning to glue!

As the perfect complement to the restaurant’s famous USDA prime-aged beef, up to 500 potatoes are served in one week!

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HOW TO MASTER CRAB DIP Executive Chef Tim Russell Shares His Secrets

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he Boat House’s signature creamy crab dip gets a unique twist served in a pretzel bowl.

store’s seafood department or a specialty seafood store.

2. Make sure not to over-mix the crab into the dip; the bigger chunks of crabmeat make the dip more tasty and filling.

3. To give the dip an extra kick, a little hot sauce, horseradish and mustard are nice additions.

1. Be sure to start with fresh, quality ingredients from the get-go. If possible, purchase real, fresh crabmeat from your local grocery

4. How you serve the crab dip is important.

Get a really good loaf of bread for your bread bowl or use a salty pretzel bowl like we serve at the Boat House.

HOW TO MASTER FRENCH ONION SOUP Executive Chef Paul Regenski Shares His Secrets

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resham’s Chop House French onion soup is a favorite selection whether it’s the middle of winter or a hot, summer day! Regulars love the home-style, hearty flavor of the red wine and blend of cheeses topped with homemade croutons made with signature garlic-and-rosemary-infused olive oil. It’s hearty enough for a meal, but if you want to enjoy the chops too, snag it as an appetizer.

1. Sauté onions until golden brown.

2. Cut onions a nice, consistent size.

3. Slow cook to get the most flavor from the broth.

4. Use a good, Italian bread under the cheese.

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Fine Food at Modest Prices Full-Service Casual Dining Call today to book your

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COMFORT FOOD…FAST! You don’t have to make a reservation to enjoy comfort food!

Grab a bit of comfort while shopping for the holidays!

When you’re at the Mall at Steamtown in Scranton, swing by the

When strolling through the Shoppes at Montage in Moosic, taste a comfort-

Station Café Food Court on the second level for pizza, French fries and Nathan’s world-famous hot dogs. The food court has kid-friendly play areas and rides, an arcade, family entertainment on Sunday afternoons and a unique bird’s-eye view of Steamtown National Historic Site. At the entrance of the food court is a local landmark, the Miniature Memories train display, as well as a brand new candy store! You’ll find other comfort food choices around the Mall at Starbucks, Auntie Anne's Pretzel’s, Cinnabon/Carvel, Bavarian Pretzel, Gertrude Hawk Candies and Hurricane Grill & Wings.

ing treat like mac and cheese, chili or soup.

Italian, Mexican, classic American, seafood, soups, salads and subs are all served on the mountain. On a cool fall day, grab a coffee or hot chocolate and take in the fall foliage outside on the surrounding mountainside.

Indulge in comfort with the all-natural Sonoma Chicken Stew served hot at Panera Bread. It’s a creamy chicken stew with carrots, peas, leeks and red potatoes with sweet cream and thyme, topped with Dry Jack Cheese biscuit. For a more traditional dine-in experience, drop in Longhorn Steakhouse or Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House.

Shoppes at Montage, Moosic

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Crafting the Comforts of Home GRANDMA’S MAC & CHEESE

have been living in PA for almost five years. I came here on my own the week prior to Christmas 2007.

My wife and one of my sons followed the next week. Newly transplanted, we needed to eat out on Christmas Day. What would be open? We decided to combine our love of Chinese food with the fact that there aren’t many other restaurants open on Christmas. We were reaching out for something that triggered warm thoughts and memories– Chinese food in our new foreign environment.

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When we speak of comfort foods, we are referring to foods that trigger fond feelings. Chinese food does that for us.

There are some others that offer the same feelings. One in particular is macaroni and cheese. I always remember my grandmother making this dish. I watched as she sliced the cheese, cooked the macaroni, made the sauce and combined it all. To top it off, she cubed some Pepperidge Farm Bread, tossed the cubes in some melted butter and topped the macaroni and cheese in a casserole dish with the buttered cubes. The crust was delicious alone, to say nothing of the filling! Today I don’t need it baked; I enjoy it creamy, probably because I don’t have the patience to wait any longer than necessary.

For me, the comforts of home and comfort foods are the same. My loving grandmother made the dish at any request. Although her mac and cheese was delicious, it’s her great love I remember when I eat it. What is your comfort food?

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2 cups raw macaroni– cook according to instructions 2 cups whole milk 2 T. flour 2 T. butter 14 oz. extra sharp white cheddar 1 tsp. dry mustard 1 tsp. granulated garlic 3 slices white bread, cubed 2 T. melted butter

1. In a sauce pan,melt 2 T.butter;add flour.Mix thoroughly and cook slowly to a slightly nutty aroma.

2. Add milk;whisk thoroughly. Simmer.

3. Add mustard and granulated garlic.

4. Slowly add grated cheddar.

5. Stir thoroughly;combine freshly cooked pasta and sauce.

6. Toss bread cubes in butter.

7. Place macaroni and cheese in buttered casserole dish;top with buttered bread cubes.

8. Bake at 350-375 for 40 to 50 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

9. Enjoy.(Thank you,Gram) From the kitchen of Michael Davis, Executive Chef Susquehanna Health

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WHERE TO DINE Alphonso's Restaurant- Italian/American cuisine.

Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner Mon.-Sat. 6 a.m. -9 p.m., Sun. 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Formerly the Waffle Shop. Casual family dining. Entrees such as Pasta Alphonso, Frutti de Mari. Special discount on college students & senior citizens’ take out menu. Catering available. 917 Wyoming Ave. Scranton. 570-955-5450.

Anna Maria’s Restaurant- Family-owned and operated since 1985. Italian/American cuisine. Featured on Food Network’s “Restaurant: Impossible.”Wide variety of entrées, including pasta, steak and veal. Indulge in homemade desserts, specialty coffees. Catering available anytime. Monday-Thursday 11a.m.-9 p.m., Friday 11a.m.10 p.m., Saturday 4 p.m.-10 p.m., Sunday closed. 984 E. Drinker Street, Dunmore 570-348-0188. www.annamariasdunmore.com

Apple Valley Restaurant- Casual and affordable dining since1996. Serving burgers, grilled sandwiches, fajitas, specialty pasta, BBQ, ribs and more. Full service pub with daily food and drink specials. Seven gift shops, koi ponds, 1800s schoolhouse, tourist information booth...all on eight acres. Exit 46, I-84.104 Rte.6-Milford, PA 570-296-6831. www.applevalleyrestaurant.com Arcaro & Genell- Serving original Old Forge White and Red Pizza in the “Pizza Capital of the World!” Familyowned since 1962. Traditional Italian entrees, seafood, steak, chicken and more. Open Mon-Sat. Serving lunch at 11 a.m., dinner at 3 p.m. Take out available. On and off site catering for any occasion. 443 South Main St., Old Forge. 570-457-3529/570-457-5555. www.arcaroandgenell.com

Armetta’s- see ad page 15 Bazil- see ad page 19 Cafe Trio- The newest addition to the Shops @ 400 Spruce in Scranton. Featuring modern Mediterranean cuisine. Serving breakfast sandwiches, paninis, wrapinis, delicious soups and salads. Relax on leather couches in our comfortable commons area. Enjoy an espresso or your favorite coffee drink. Dine in or take out. Mon.-Sat. 7a.m. to 6 p.m. 570-207-3938.

Carl Von Luger Steak & Seafood- A family tradition since 1887. Casual fine dining in downtown Scranton. USDA prime steaks & fresh seafood. Lunches from $5.95; dinners starting at $10.95. Entertainment.

Friday Night Jazz Lounge 7-11 p.m. Sunday brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner dress code. Outdoor dining available.

Open daily. 301 N. Washington Ave., Scranton.

570-955-5290 www.carlvonluger.com

Carmen’s Restaurant & Wine Bar- see ad page 140

Coccetti's A Restaurant & Bakery- Enjoy charming decor & unique breakfast & lunch creations including baked stuffed French Toast & funky chicken salad. Daily homemade baked goods including our popular chocolate fudge iced brownies! Daily breakfast and lunch specials. Tuesday-Saturday 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Follow us on Facebook. 1124 Main St., Peckville. 570-489-4000 28

Colarusso’s- see ad page 23 Coney Island Lunch- A Scranton tradition since 1923. Taste the Texas Wieners and Texas Hamburgers that made us famous. Serving homemade soups, old-fashioned rice pudding and chili-con-carne. Enjoy our legendary chili sauce, created from a closely-guarded family recipe, eat in or take it out. Open Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.- 6 p.m., Sun. noon-6:30 p.m. 515 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton.

570-961-9004. www.texas-wiener.com

Cooper’s Seafood- see ad pages 26-27 Downtown Deli Eatery Restaurant-Scranton's BEST New York style deli/restaurant serving breakfast and lunch daily...breakfast available all day! Dine inside or in our comfortable outdoor dining area. Mon.-Sat. 6:30 a.m. 3 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m.-3 p.m. 300 Spruce Street, Scranton.

570-871-4137. Visit www.downtowndeliandeatery.com/menu for daily specials.

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant- Overlooking beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack, Ehrhardt’s cozy atmosphere and delicious food will have you returning time and time again. We offer a variety of steaks, seafood, salads, burgers, sandwiches and more! Open 7 days a week 11:30 a.m. Pub open later. Route 507, Hawley. 570-226-2124. www.ehrhardts.com El Rincon Authentic Mexican Cuisine- Giving a homemade twist to the traditional Burritos, Tacos, Enchiladas and specialty platters that range from steaks, chicken and seafood. Full bar featuring classic Margarita, etc. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Sun. noon-10 p.m. Gift certificates available. Like us on Facebook. 69 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre. 570-822-3942.

Exit 190 Beer Deli- see ad page 23 The French Manor- see ad page 13 Grassi’s- A new era of casual elegance! Enjoy a progressive menu of authentic Italian fare in a Tuscan-inspired ambiance. Family-owned & operated. Featuring traditional Italian entress & American cuisine. Relax in the martini/wine bar. Wed-Thurs 5-9 p.m., Fri-Sat. 5-10 p.m. , Sun 5-8 p.m. 1092 Rte. 502, Spring Brook. 570-471-3016. www.grassis.net

The Gravity Inn- see ad page 21 Gresham’s Chop House- Dine in our beautiful dining room, cozy bar or under the awning on our deck, and enjoy dazzling views of Lake Wallenpaupack while choosing from delicious steaks, seafood, Italian specialties and more. Visit us at www.greshamschophouse.com Rte. 6, Hawley. Open 7 days at 4 p.m. 570-226-1500.

Gubbio’s- Unique Italian restaurant and bar. Awardwinning chef Bill Genovese serves homemade pasta dishes, Provimi veal, chicken, prime steaks, fresh seafood and large selection of appetizers. 10 draft beers, martini and wine menu. Entertainment Friday and Saturday. Yearround outdoor dining. On- and off-site catering. 411 Chestnut St., Dunmore. 570-955-5179.

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WHERE TO DINE Katrina’s Pizza & Hoagies- Casual, comfortable dining. Try our popular 8-inch hoagie for $3 or our personal pizzas for $3.99. Breakfast daily 6 a.m.-noon. Lunch & dinner served Tues.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-11p.m. Dine in/Take out. Delivery available. Credit Cards accepted. 813 Boulevard Ave. Dickson City.

570-489-8955.

State Street Grill- Cozy & casual street-side dining.

Award-wining patio. Voted Best Chef 2008, Best Ambience 2011, Friendliest Bar 2012. Popular for cocktails and small plates. Wide ranging American Cuisine.

Lunch Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 410 p.m. Sunday Brunch 10 a.m. 114 S. State St., Clarks Summit. 570-585-5590 www.thestatestreetgrill.com

Kelly’s Pub & Eatery- Established in 1990 by the Cosgrove sisters. Family, friendly atmosphere. Serving, soups, appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, fries, cold beer and Award-Winning Hot Wings. Take out orders available and gift certificates. Credit cards accepted.

Handicap accessible. 1802 Cedar Avenue, Scranton.

570-346-9758. www.kpehotwings.com

Stirna’s Restaurant & Bar- More than 100 years in service. Catering on & off premises seven days a week, for all your needs- large or small. Exclusive caterer for LaBuona Vita, formally the Parish Center, Dunmore. Visit our smoke-free bar & restaurant. Hours: Tues.-Sat. 4 p.m.

Until closing. 120 W. Market St., N. Scranton 570-961-9681 570-343-5742

La Tolteca- see ad page 17 La Tonalteca- see ad page 21 Ledges- see ad page 13 Leggio’s Italian Ristorante- Affordable family

Stone Bridge Inn & Restaurant- Quaint European village nestled on a hilltop, surrounded by rolling countryside – discover Northeast PA’s best-kept secret! Excellent cuisine in a casual atmosphere, multilevel tavern & patio with entertainment. Monthly Wine Tasting Dinners. Serving dinner Wed.-Sun. I-81, Exit 206, Rt. 374 East two miles past Elk Mountain, Union Dale.

570-679-9500. www.stone-bridge-inn.com

dining in a Tuscan / Mediterranean decor. Breakfast.

Tues.- Fri. 7-11 a.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch & Dinner Sun. - Thurs.11a.m.-10 p.m. Fri. & Sat.11 a.m.-11 p.m. Full Bar. Happy Hour. Food prepared to order. Appetizers. Seafood, chicken, veal, pasta. Pizza, sandwiches/wraps. 64 East Center Hill Rd. Dallas 570-675-4511

Manhattan Manor- Carbondale's newest upscale restaurant/bar/lounge offering small plates (for sharing) of Italian, American and International cuisine. Meet friends for drinks or relax with family in the casual nonsmoking atmosphere. Owned and operated by the Wallis family. New outdoor patio opening this spring! Open Tues-Sat from 4 p.m. 8 Salem Ave. 570-282-2044 Mecca’s Place - An Italian family tradition of great food & friends. Buffet-style catering for any party or gathering. Accommodating up to 145 people. Take-outs available. Reservations accepted. Open: Thursday, Friday & Saturday, Bar 3 p.m., Dining Room 5 p.m. Bar Open for Monday night football. 224 Erie Street, Dunmore, PA (Bunker Hill Section) 570-961-9498 Patsel's- see ad page 15 Perkins Restaurant & Bakery- see ad page 138 Quaker Steak & Lube- see ad page 138 Sand Spring Modern Cuisine- Exciting food

Terrace Garden Cafe - Enjoy a front row seat to the beautiful changing seasons. Lunch Tues-Sat, dinner Thursday-Friday-Saturday during winter. Great new menu

by Executive Chef, David Howe. Enjoy a cocktail at our full-service bar. Private parties available Sun. & Mon. 829 Old State Road-Clarks Summit. 570-319-1441

Tiffany’s Tap & Grill- see ad page 25 Tokyo Tea House- Authentic Japanese cuisine, sushi

made from fresh, vibrant ingredients. Casual atmosphere with personalized service and a dynamic wine list.

Awarded Open Table’s “Fit for Foodies,”“Best Service,” “Best Wine List,” and “Best Overall” in the Pocono Mountains and Philadelphia Suburbs. 570-595-3015.

Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed–Sun. Sand Spring Rd., Cresco www.sandspringdining.com

& vegetarian specials. The finest miso soup & traditional Japanese desserts including Mochi & green tea, ice cream, Kids favorites. Open for lunch & dinner, Saki, beer, cocktails. Easy to get to from anywhere in NEPA, 1/4 mile west of Interstate 380, Rte. 940 Pocono Summit. Closed Tuesdays. Closed Nov. 30-Dec. 14 for vacation.

570-839-8880. www.tokyoteahouse.us

Settlers Inn- see ad page 21 Six East Restaurant- see ad page 15 Smuggler’s Cove- see ad page 25

Twigs- see ad page 13 Yume Sushi, Seafood & Grill-

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on the Seneca Lake Winery Tour Chateau LaFayette Reneau Dick and Betty Reno opened the vineyard in 1985. Prior to that, Dick’s experience consisted of,“pulling the finest corks out of the finest wines.”The 52-acre vineyard grows 10 varieties of vinifera grapes and produces more than 15 different wines. Their Cabernet Sauvingnon, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Rieslings have won national and international awards.

Set on Seneca Lake near Watkins Glen, NY, it is located in the heart of the Seneca's “Banana Belt.”

Through nearly 20 vintages, the vineyards have steadily produced superior European vinifera for estate-bottled wines. Estate bottling ensures 100 percent of the grapes used in the wine are grown on the estate and have gone through continuous quality control

Upcoming Seneca Lake Wine Events November Deck The Halls Weekend, November 22-24 December Deck The Halls Weekend, December 6-8

testing from vine to wine. Howard G. Goldberg, Riesling aficionado and world-recognized expert and writer for London-based Decanter Magazine, recommends Chateau LaFayette Reneau. The winery’s dry and semidry Rieslings are famous in New York’s wine culture, each having won the coveted Governors Cup of New York. Chateau LaFayette Reneau’s grapes were used in making friendly competitors’ wines that also have won the Governors Cup. The Cabernet Sauvignon Owners Reserve appears on the wine list of Geneva’s crown jewel, the Belhurst Castle’s Edgar’s Restaurant.

Most popular wine: Rieslings Most unique wine: Emperor's Blush, named after the artwork created for this particular blush wine. The illustration of an Emperor Penguin sipping the delicately refined, blush wine– a blend of both old-world and new hybrid grapes.

Visit www.clrwine.com or call 607-546-2062.

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Fulkerson Winery Sayre Fulkerson is the sixth generation to run the family farm. Although the farm was established as a grape juice plant in 1979, he and his wife Nancy opened the winery in 1989 with a release of only 1,000 cases of wine. Grape juice is still a large part of the business, and there are typically over 30 varieties available every fall for home winemakers. In 2005 they celebrated the bicentennial of the family farm by opening a new tasting room (above).

Approximately 29 varieties of wine are available.

Most Popular Wine: Red Zeppelin Most Unique Wine: William Vigne wines, including William Vigne Dry Riesling and William Vigne Juicy Sweet Riesling. The second label for Fulkerson Winery was named after William Vigne, the first generation of Fulkersons in New Amsterdam, circa 1619. The Vignes were one of 30 Walloon families selected by the Dutch West India Company to establish a permanent settlement in New Netherlands (New York, New Jersey, Delaware and Connecticut). The grapes for this wine were estate-grown at the Fulkerson Vineyards on Seneca Lake.

Visit www.FulkersonWinery.com or call 607-243-7883.

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Grassi’s Restaurant

as they are immersed in the sounds of soothing music, surrounded by dark wood and imported stone work,” explains Michelle Grassie, owner and operations manager. A local artist, Frank Bonet, hand-painted Roman murals for the restaurant.

The menu brings a new era of casual elegance where diners can enjoy a progressive menu of authentic Italian fare and American cuisine. Specialties include pasta, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, top-quality meats, soups and homemade ice cream. Entrees range from $15 to $25. Salads feature homemade dressings. Crab cakes, chicken parmesan, Delmonico steaks and grilled salmon are popular dishes. Everything is fresh and made to order. A favorite entrée is the surf and turf- a 12-ounce lobster tail and 10-ounce filet mignon.

rassi's Restaurant, located in the former Cardinal Inn in Springbrook Township, was completely renovated in 2010. The Grassie family has had a part in every stage of the restaurant’s development. Most of the renovation was done by Grassie & Sons, Inc., owned

by George J. Grassie, who also owns the restaurant with his wife Michelle. Their daughters work as a bartender and hostess/server.

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tomers have a nice selection,” says Grassie.

“Our customers especially like our French onion soup and our lobster mac and cheese.”

The martini and wine bar lounge boasts an extensive drink menu. “Our bar and lounge are warm and inviting without being pretentious. It is a great place to relax with friends or catch a game or event on our flat-panel television,” says Grassie.

On location banquet space can accommodate groups from 20 to 120. Above the restaurant, six, one-bedroom mini-suites can accommodate overnight guests. Ski packages and “Dinner-and-a-Movie” packages are available. Call 570-471-3016, or visit www.Grassis.net –Melissa Sanko

2377 Rte. 92 State Highway, Exeter Twp.

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Perfect Together!

Tour Six Wineries on The Endless Mountains Wine Trail everal Northeast PA wineries joined forces four years ago to share the art of wine making with the area. Together, they formed the Endless Mountains Wine Trail to promote their wineries and educate others about their craft.

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Paired Together Jeff Homer, president of the Endless Mountains Wine Trail and owner of Grovedale Winery in Wyalusing, says the trail offers a new way for locals and visitors to experience wine in Northeast PA.“The wineries work together to create a destination for people interested in traveling across the beautiful countryside and sampling

some of the very unique wines that are grown and made in the Endless Mountains,” Homer says.

Distinct Offerings Many of the wineries are situated within several miles of Northeast PA’s scenic Route 6 corridor; each one has its own personality.“While there are some wines that almost every winery has in common, there are many that are unique to the individual wineries,” Homer says.“Also, each winery has its own unique experience, and there is quite a lot of diversity amongst the wineries.”

Joining Forces The trail hosted its inaugural

Owners of Grovedale Winery, Kim and Jeff Homer with their children Greyson and Hannah.

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Endless Mountains Wine Trail Grovedale Winery Antler Ridge Winery Maiolatesi Winery Nimble Hill Winery Laddsburg Mountain Winery Pickering Winery

event, Wine & Treat, in October.

Guests of the fall event hit the trail and traveled to the various wineries to sample wine paired with Halloween-themed food.

“November brings the end of the harvest season. All of the grapes have been picked; the frost has taken the leaves off the vines, and the last of the fermentations should be finishing up,” Homer says.“The wines are very young, and the winemakers are still busy in the winery.”

Groups and parties are welcome; there is no cost to visit.

Visit www.Endless MountainsWineTrail.com.

–Danielle Del Prete

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Bridal Guide

Lori Suchter & Gregory Sayegh Photo: Rick Peil Photography

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ori and Greg met in a cadaver lab when he was a teaching assistant and she was a student. Despite the un-romantic beginning, they were engaged in May 2011 and married on June 2, 2012 at St. Lucy’s Church in Scranton.

The local-centric wedding featured gift bags for out-of-town guests filled with locally made chocolates, candles and lotions. Cooper’s Seafood House catered the rehearsal dinner and weekend-ending brunch held at the home of the bride’s parents. New York cheesecakes and specialty 36

cookies honored the hometown of the groom, and a New Jersey-based band represented where the couple currently resides.

Photos: Rick Peil Photography

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In the limo, refreshment coolers were stocked with Italian hoagies. Ethnic flair continued at the reception at the Country Club of Scranton where 200 guests enjoyed cocktail hour with Italian meats and cheeses as well as Middle Eastern dips and flatbreads. The father-ofthe-bride surprised his daughter by making her late grandmother’s halupki recipe with the help of family members. It was served during cocktail hour. A French press coffee station incorporated treats from both families’ ethnic backgrounds. Italian cookies and Middle Eastern delicacies by Savory Maza surrounded the wedding cake. Aunts of the bride made Slovak desserts. A traditional Arabic money dance, in which the bride and groom are wrapped in strands of money and then raised into the air on chairs, was a nod to the groom’s family heritage.

The bride is a physician assistant; the groom is a family medicine physician and fellow studying neuromuscular medicine. They honeymooned in St. Lucia –Erika A. Bruckner and reside in Cherry Hill, NJ. November 2012

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Locations in Northeast PA

Guide to Shower & Rehearsal Dinner Bazil Ristorante Italiano, Clarks Summit Old-world Italian taste in a modern atmosphere; Accommodates 30 in private party rooms; entire restaurant, seating 70, is available in the afternoon.

570-586-5517 www.ItsAllAboutBazil.com The Colonnade, Scranton Full-service specialty event space offering catering, event planning and hosting in an historic setting; venue also serves as a boutique hotel. One-stop planning from food, floral to décor. Prices begin: $29.95. Accommodates 10-120.

570-342-6114 www.TheColonnade401.com

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Hawley Private dining room with fantastic lake views. Banquet room offers a comfortable yet elegant atmosphere overlooking the mountain vistas of Lake Wallenpaupack. Accessible shoreline and deck provide a stunning natural backdrop for photographs. Prices begin: $19.95 to $34.95. Accommodates 20-46 in private dining room; banquet room available for larger group. 570-226-4388 www.Ehrhardts.com The French Manor, South Sterling Beautiful, elegant and intimate atop Huckleberry Mountain; stone veranda and spacious lawns overlook the beautiful Pocono Mountains. Four-diamond service and food; exclusive use of the dining room and adjoining stone terrace for a three-hour event. Prices begin: $20 afternoon brunch/tea party; up to $72 formal dinner. Accommodates: 10–120.

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Hilton Scranton and Conference Center, Scranton All 19 banquet spaces were reinvented in April as part of a $3 million project.

Personalized menus can be created to suit any taste. Couples having more than one event receive 10 percent off second event.

Morning buffets beginning at $8.

Accommodates 500.

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The Inn at Pocono Manor, Pocono Manor Incredible views of the mountains; on a clear day the Delaware Water Gap can be Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort seen. Fireside Lodge Ledges, Hawley is available for relaxed, casual rehearsal Unique hotel destination that combines dinners. Backyard barbecue- themed architectural history, natural beauty and dinners, with a bon fire and s’mores is hand-crafted eco-conscious design in an option. Prices begin: $26. every detail. Located in the historic Accommodates 25-200.

Hawley Silk Mill campus that boasts 800-233-8150. www.PoconoManor.com beautiful waterfall views.

La Buona Vita, Dunmore Accommodates 10–125. 570-226-1337 La Buona Vita is an extension of two www.LedgesHotel.com Gavin Family enterprises, Stirna’s Nichols Village, Clarks Summit Restaurant and Bar and Stirna’s Catering. Enjoyable ambiance, extraordi- Spacious rooms accommodate any size group. Rooms include the option of a nary service and delectable cuisines. pool with floating candles and outdoor Accommodates 40-250. patio area with private bar. Prices begin: 570-961-2823 www.LaBuonaVita.com $20.95. Accommodates 140 indoor and 200 outdoor. 570-587-1135 www.NicholsVillage.com continued on page 40

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Guide to Shower & Rehearsal Dinner Locations (Continued from Page 38) Patsel’s, Clarks Summit Eclectic atmosphere includes custommade hand-painted window frames and bar, Raku ceramic tile wall mural, beautiful glass chandeliers, an antique tile ceiling, custom-made furniture and a seasonal garden. Shower prices begin: $29; Dinner $46.50 Accommodates 20-140.

570-563-2000 www.Patsels.com POSH @ The Scranton Club, Scranton Restaurant, fashion lounge and event space inside a historic downtown building.One-stop planning from food, floral to décor. Prices begin: $29.95.

Accommodates: 20-250. 570-955-5890 www.PoshAtSc.com

Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton Private rooms available at various sizes and set-up styles from traditional banquet rounds, conference style to cocktail style receptions.The historic grand lobby is also available. Ethnic groups can also provide specified food from reputable caterers. A room rental and service charge is applied for the space and service. Shower Prices begin: $18; $26

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Accommodates 10-500. 570-342-8300 www.Radisson.com/Scranton The Settlers Inn, Hawley Artfully decorated with mission-style furniture in the Arts and Crafts-inspired gathering areas, manicured herb and flower gardens.

25-year tradition of fresh farm-to-table cuisine.

Accommodates 110 inside;125 outside.

570-226-2993 www.The SettlersInn.com

features rooms like the Vista Terrace, a space with large windows overlookinmountains and golf course and awning

Skytop Lodge, Skytop 193 guest rooms, specialized rehearsal dinners and brunches, a spa and activities.Rehearsal dinners usually begin with a hayride to dinner and end with a campfire comRadisson Lackawanna Station Hotel plete with s’mores.

Prices begin: $25 showers; $40 rehearsal dinners. with outside seating. Stay in one of Accommodates 350.

Woodloch’s guest homes and host an 1-800-345-7759 www.Skytop.com intimate meal catered right where guests are staying. Relaxed themes include Twigs Café, Tunkhannock BBQ, pig roast, luau or a bon fire.

Second floor features fireplace and bar Couples also booking a rehearsal dinwith bright light during day and beautiful ner, wedding and morning-after breakaccent lighting at night. Completely secfast receive a discount on final wedding tioned off from the restaurant for an intimate home-away-from-home feel. Prices bill. Prices begin: $19.95 luncheon; $26.95 dinner.1-800-966-3562 begin: $17.95 Accommodates 45. www.Woodloch.com 570-836-0433 www.TwigsCafe.com

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Designer brands that claim to be “exclusively at” many stores can take a back seat to a truly oneof-a-kind creation designed by someone who knows exactly what you want...you! Wisnosky’s master craftsmen can guide you from concept to completion, using modern techniques and personal, in-store service. Drop by to see how Wisnosky Jewelers can make custom jewelry dreams a reality!

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Topping the Cake DESSERT DISPLAYS TREND IN TODAY’S WEDDINGS

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aking a big impression with wedding desserts is a rising trend in the bridal industry.

Achieving the “wow” factor with dessert displays is now a piece of cake! Truly Scrumptious in Kingston goes beyond baking the perfect wedding cake to offer brides a truly unique dessert display that guests will not soon forget.

Instead of just a cake on the table paired with a fancy knife and server, the cake can become the focal point of a coordinating

dessert display.“We match the desserts with the event itself,” explains owner Cathy Reppert, “The more elegant the event, the more elegant the dessert.

We also match the colors of the desserts and table setting with the color palette of the event.”

Linens, props and containers are designed and supplied by Truly Scrumptious, so the bride can leave the entire course in the hands of the experts. Couples can also provide a serving dish with sentimental significance for Truly Scrumptious to fill with treats and incorporate in the display.

Sweet options are endless, from traditional cookies and brownies to upscale macaroons and cupcakes matched with gourmet fillings– all made by Truly Scrumptious.

Two Northeast PA celebrations recently included attention-getting dessert displays. The wedding reception of Jessica Nataupsky and Chris Kang at the Westmoreland Club featured 10

small cakes, one four-tiered bridal cake and one two-tiered groom’s cake, pictured left.

There were 12 distinct yet coordinating designs, shapes, textures and sizes featuring four cake flavors. The bride, a professional violinist, literally brought her artistry to the table as Truly Scrumptious fulfilled her creative vision with the memorable display.

To mark Irving Cader's 95th birthday at Glen Oak Country Club in July, a dessert table was designed around a three-tiered cake with two flavors– creamsicle and cannoli-cream-filled chocolate. Cake pops, cheesecake bites, mini cupcakes, brownies, checkerboard cookies, homemade marshmallows and white chocolate dipped pretzel rods were carefully arranged in the display, designed by Truly Scrumptious Call 570-283-CAKE or visit www.EatCakeFirst.com –Erika A. Bruckner

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amara and Daniel met at the gym.

He proposed by tying a custom-made ring around their dog, Cooper’s neck! Their wedding day approached just as homes and businesses in their Kingston, PA neighborhood were being evacuated due to regional flooding. Two days before they were married, their home, florist, tuxedo shop, jeweler, photographer and cake baker were all forced to evacuate. Family members helped transport wedding necessities two days early to the wedding location at Woodloch Inn & Resort in Hawley. Woodloch cleared out an entire cooler in their kitchen to store the massive floral arrangements! Friends and the wedding party stayed at Woodloch for two days, where there were no signs of flooding or bad weather.

The night before the wedding, the bride and bridesmaids stayed in a house on Woodloch’s property, enjoying a “pajama party” that evening and breakfast and beauty services together in the morning! Both the ceremony and reception were held on the grounds of

Woodloch on September 10, 2011.

The late father-of-thegroom was honored during the ceremony and at a memorial table with photos.

Guests chose props and had photos taken in a photo booth. The bride, an animal rescue advocate, chose to Photos: John Kasko, KDP Photography 44

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honor their pets by giving guests cookies that looked like the animals. The cake was custom-made by Truly Scrumptious. A “Couple’s Candy Bar,” a dessert display designed by the bride and meticulously put together by the staff at Woodloch, featured candies in shades of purple. The bride wore a custom cuff bracelet designed by her friend, Doloris Petunia. Since then, Petunia’s designs have been featured in fashion magazines such as Vogue and Lucky. Tamara and Daniel learned the Viennese Waltz especially for the event.

The bride is a business office manager, and the groom is an engineering project manager. The honeymooned in Hawaii and reside in Kingston.

–Erika A. Bruckner

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Wow Them Down the Aisle with Exclusive Dress Options sheath dresses for Christmas Eve nuptials. Most Exclusively You brides want a dress that is fun, flirty, and over the top.“You can count on almost every bride wanting a sweetheart neckline with lots of sparkle,” says Keck.

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hen a bride walks down the aisle, she wants to look beautiful, ethereal and exclusive. Kim Keck lives for that moment when a woman transforms into a bride.“You see her at the back of the church and…Wow,” she exclaims!

For 18 years, Keck has been making people feel beautiful, comfortable and confident at her Bloomsburg shop, Exclusively You. “These are our red-carpet events,” she glows. Her team gives every bride one-onone attention to envision exactly what they want and guide them toward the wedding style of their dreams.

Keck stresses that the season doesn’t have to determine a bride’s choice of fabric. Some brides wear ball gowns for a summer beach wedding and others don a charmeuse

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Girls like a silhouette that is going to show off their shape and will make them feel sassy.

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The bridal trend this winter has taken a turn toward couture.“Girls like a silhouette that is going to show off their shape and will make them feel sassy,” explains Keck. She says even with a mermaid or trumpet-style gown, the bottom of the dress tends to go towards the voluminous side. The skirts are textured with satin pickups or organza ribbon. Weddings in the colder months usually call for a jacket or sleeve. Some of the hot looks for the season are lace sleeves and lace backs with keyholes.

Fighting winter’s chill can be fun and fashion forward with fur. Fur accessories are both on trend and a classic and elegant way to keep bridal parties warm and their look unified. Call 570-784-6652 or visit www.ExYou.com.

–Kieran O’Brien Kern

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enny Chesney’s “You Had Me from Hello” describes the story of Matt and Lisa. Introduced

by Lisa’s cousin, they both recall feeling as if the world stopped when they met. It became their song on their August 25, 2012 wedding day.

They were engaged in July; the ring is estate jewelry from the 1930s. They married just six weeks later, planning quickly before the uncle-of-the-bride was deployed to Kuwait.

The casual country wedding was held at Cold Spring Chapel, set in the corner of a farm in Lebanon Township.

Bridesmaids wore black dresses of their individual choosing; groomsmen wore button-down shirts, jeans and cowboy boots. The bride also donned cowboy boots as a surprise!

The jeweler asked the pair to provide an engraved message for the rings privately. The day of the wedding, the words were revealed, and the couple found they both chose

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The farm, owned by the bride’s aunt and uncle, hosted 100 guests. Tables were topped with vintage tablecloths, and the mother-of-the-groom decorated the tent in black, white and yellow. Cupcakes for guests featured yellow flowers, while the newlyweds enjoyed a bride and groom cupcake. Beverages were kept cold in a boat filled with ice, and a field served as a rustic dance floor. Guests received beer cozies that read,“To have and to hold and to keep your beer cold,” along with packets of margarita mix.

While posing for pictures, the ladies in the bridal party hijacked a passing tractor; the driver got off to let them take a photo. Later, the groomsmen kidnapped the bride from the dance floor. Using a pickup truck for the getaway, they whisked her to a local bar while ransom was collected at the reception!

The bride is director of The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center; the groom is paver operator at Pioneer Construction. They reside in Pleasant Mount.

–Erika A. Bruckner

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GET THE LOOK! Bridal Basics from Sanderson State Street Salon he bride’s skin glows; her smile pops, and her eyes sparkle. Joann Cummings has been helping women be the best version of themselves for 18 years at the helm of Sanderson State Street Salon in Clarks Summit.

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eyes to make a statement but with neutral colors,” Cummings explains. Stylist and Makeup Artist Tiffany Carroll says her favorite quad palettes to use on brides are Posh and Love Affair from Tigi Cosmetics.“Posh has a more golden brown tone while Love Affair is cooler,” Carroll explains. continued on page 52

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Aperol Spritz; the new Cosmo; a refreshing cocktail of Aperol and Prosecco.

Birds: natural accent for wedding table decor or stationery.

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Mint! Wedding color trend of 2013

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Custom Cufflinks and manly boutonnieres

Italy: Honeymoon destination.

Florence or Amalfi coast.

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A manly "Storm" The male version of a "shower.” Bring a bottle to help him stock his own bar.

Offering a Dual Plate with a petite filet mignon and crab cake eliminates the need for response cards.

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Add Feather Accents to bouquets or centerpieces for a dramatic effect

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BRIDAL GUIDE GET THE LOOK (Continued from Page 50) While the eye may be neutral, the current trend is to complement neutral tones with a pop of color on the lip. Cummings says they tailor each color combination specifically to the bride’s complexion and personality.

Color doesn’t end with the bride’s face. Everyone wants a shot of the ring slipping onto the bride’s finger, so a chipproof manicure is her best friend. Cummings recommends the Shellac manicure for brides. This manicure will last from the big day until the end of the honeymoon– two weeks according to the manufacturer.

Manicurist Erin Tully suggests colors from the taupe family or rich jewel tones to have

picture perfect fingers and toes. Cummings reminds brides that the right makeup will polish their look and tie it all together. Call 570-586-0592 or visit www.SandersonStateStreet.com –Kieran O’Brien Kern

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Picture Perfect! edding days pass in a blur. Memories are punctuated by the unexpected, the unplanned and the out of the ordinary.Amanda Grace Frieder of Amanda Grace Images shows how she captured those unexpected moments that will be remembered for years to come.

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Leslie and Mina Mishrikey’s sweetness was undeniable during their first dance at their Woodloch wedding. Guests recalled how it seemed as if the lovebirds were the only two on the floor from their first dance until their last.

Brittany and Paul Richards beloved dog, Bella, is considered a member of the family. So it was only natural to have her as a “dogmaid!” at their July 28 wedding at Boston’s The Taj Hotel.

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Cruise Grand Prize Up for Grabs appenings Magazine invites all couples who married in 2011 or 2012 to enter the Newlywed Challenge! Tell us about your big day through the wedding survey at www.Happenings MagazinePA.com. You can win fantastic prizes to help celebrate your anniversary! Some entrants will be chosen to have their wedding featured in a future issue of Happenings Magazine.

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bride and sister of the groom gave the bride Swarovski crystal wedding shoes that set the tone for the day. Swarovski crystals covered the bride’s gown, accented with embroidery and beading that matched the veil and crystal tiara. A crystal votive holder lit the head table; guestbook and pen were crystal; flower bouquets had the same familiar sparkle, and the cake was embellished with crystal broaches.

The groom’s cake eluded the sparkle theme and instead was clad in a camouflage motif, since the groom is an avid hunter.

Groomsmen sported vests with a snow camouflage pattern.

anessa and James developed mutual friends while working with the Duryea Ambulance and Duryea Germania Hose Company, respectively. They finally met in 2003 and were engaged in 2010 on parade night at Germania’s annual picnic! They married June 2, 2012 at St. Ann’s Basilica in Scranton and celebrated with 150 guests at La Buona Vita in Dunmore.

The event was accented with sparkle! The mother of the

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day of the wedding. The bride’s brother had the honor of walking the bride down the aisle.

The bride is a registered nurse at Regional Hospital of Scranton; the groom is a union carpenter and Pittston City fire fighter. They honeymooned in Punta Cana and reside in Hughestown. –Erika A. Bruckner

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MEET THE MAN BEHIND

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CONSTANTINO’S CATERING arly on Saturday mornings in the late 1980s, Larry Nicolais Jr., followed his father to work at their family-owned banquet hall. He spent time at work with his mother every summer.“I grew up there,” Nicolais explains.“I tried washing dishes much earlier than my parents wanted!” He is now owner of Constantino’s Catering and Events, Inc., and when it comes to cooking, he says he remembers those early lessons and attempts to learn more every day.

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Nicolais takes pride in consistently serving delicious, homemade food. He strives to create a presentation that makes a statement before guests even take the first bite. He delivers fast, efficient and friendly service

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that allows customers to enjoy friends and family without worrying about the event. Whether it’s catering the wedding that had been planned since high school or the inaugural ball for the area’s first medical college, Nicolais says being a part of making those celebrations a success makes the hard work worth it.

Constantino’s serves gatherings from 20 to 800 people.

Along with ever-popular dishes such as Buffalo chicken kabobs with bleu cheese dipping sauce, Constantino’s offers options for vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free and allergy-conscious customers.

Nicolais says couples should always be aware of what is included in a catering package in addition to the food.

Things like linens, silverware, wait staff and gratuity can really add up. As for making your wedding memorable, Nicolais says,“We think the cocktail hour really sets the stage for the rest of the evening. Pair that with an antipasto station and numerous other hand-passed appetizers, and you are sure to have a memorable night.”

Visit www.Constantinos Catering.com or call 570-9631691. –Casey Phillips

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Softer Looks for Winter Brides air is the final touch that brings a bride’s look together. A bride’s hair illustrates if she’s daring, flirty, elegant or traditional. Kim D’Angelo has been making women feel beautiful since 1991. She owns KDA Hair Designs in Scranton and feels the bride’s hair style should,“complement not only the dress, but the bride’s personality as well.”

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Brides come in for a trial with a style in mind. D’Angelo advises them about the style based on the length, type and texture of their hair.

They also try different styles using the bride’s hair accessory to ensure a smooth experience on the big day. For the trendy bride, braids are back for winter. These aren’t the braids of years gone by; this year’s braid is softer and looser. For the bride looking for a modern take on a traditional favorite, the new twist in the chignon is to also have it softer around the face. For a more daring look, D’Angelo advises fashionforward brides to have fun with flowers, feathers and crystals. Crystal-encrusted headbands, tiaras and a gorgeous statement veil are always in vogue. Call 570558-2277 or visit www.KDAHairDesigns.com.

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Tips from

Regional Wedding Planners & Event Coordinators

“The wedding industry encourages keeping the menu light. A cocktail reception with drinks and light food is a fun and unique way to go!

You can provide your guests with many different options such as passed hors d’oeuvres, chef-attended stations and beautiful displays. Add a specialty drink. Set up pub and cocktail tables,” –Amy Skiba, Director of Catering, Nichols Village Hotel and Spa. “Make sure the menu reflects the bride and groom’s tastes. We assist our clients with their decorations and always find a way to astonish the client in displaying favors, cakes and special items such as cookie and candy stations,” –Aleiza Yasin, Catering Sales Manager, Hilton Scranton and Conference Center.

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“Twist traditional trends and throw a cocktail bridal shower; combining the bachelorette party and the traditional shower for an update on a classic.

Also, throw a manly "Storm," The male version of a "Shower.”

Encourage guests to bring a bottle to help him stock his own bar,” –Joshua Mast and Paul Blackledge, Owners, POSH @ The Scranton Club & The Colonnade Event Space and Boutique Hotel.

Incorporate hobbies and interests into the shower.

“Whether it’s a theme to follow the wedding or something that is personal to the bride, customize it! If the bride likes to cook, throw a cooking shower.

Each guest brings a favorite recipe or a small cooking utensil.“ –Cara Stokowski, Wedding Coordinator, Woodloch.

including photo guest books, table numbers with descriptions of the couple’s special dates, cookies and pastries baked by family members, family members’ wedding photos or favorite sports teams jerseys used instead of a guest book,” –Cindy Condella, Director of Weddings & Special Events, Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel.

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“We often use The Fireside Lodge for a more relaxed, casual atmosphere, and offer a backyard barbecue themed dinners, along with a bonfire where the guests can roast s’mores,” – Amy Hughes, Wedding & Event Coordinator, The Inn at Pocono Manor.

“A personal touch from the couple’s unique history always adds a fun and intimate element to any celebration. Wine lovers used corks, grapes and old bottles. Others embraced the season with leaves, snowflakes, flowerpots and other seasonal treats. If the details mean something to you, your guests will appreciate them,” –Diane Bernstel, Wedding Coordinator, Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort.

Decorate with photos and memorabilia from the couple’s childhood, focusing on interests and talents.“It can be anything unique and special to the couple,

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lanning a wedding is a great excuse to get out and have fun!

Nosh on butlered hors d’oeuvres; sip a signature cocktail; watch live entertainment; enter to win prizes, and– oh yeah– get fantastic ideas to plan your big day! It’s all at Woodloch Resort’s Bridal Showcase, January 27 from noon to 4 p.m.

The Inn at Woodloch Pines Resort will host over 40 vendors.“In a relaxing and fun environment, brides will get to chat with various vendors from the industry while walking around with drinks and snacks, exploring the newest bridal trends with their friends,” says Woodloch Wedding Coordinator Cara Stokowski.“It will be a fun and great way to collect ideas for their wedding!”Woodloch’s own wedding coordinators will be present to answer questions and share wedding tips! Tickets are $8, but pre-registered brides can attend for only $6. Call 800-WOODLOCH (option 7) or visit www.Woodloch.com

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Roll Out the Red Carpet!

Local Businesses Celebrated at SAGE Awards n November 12, the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce will roll out the red carpet for the annual Chamber Gala. This premier networking event of the region celebrates businesses with the presentation of the SAGE (Scranton Awards for Growth and Excellence) Awards. Networking at the Gala puts members in touch with entrepreneurs, community leaders and dignitaries.

will host the event. The evening’s theme is energetic and creative, taking a step back in time to honor

Chair of the Chamber’s Board of Directors Paula Mackarey, President of the MetroAction Board of Directors Natalie O’Hara

businesses that have been Chamber members for 25 or more years. This year’s show features a video montage with these celebrated members that will keep the be audience laughing.

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The Hollywoodstyle event was created and designed around Lackawanna College’s Mellow Theater, a renovated historic landmark.

Attendees walk the red carpet, strike a pose on the

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photo wall, dine on gourmet cuisine and enjoy cocktails. More than just a glamorous night out, 21 SAGE Awards will be presented in categories such as Best Practices in Community Involvement, Customer Service and Professional Development. Mari Potis, director of events, explains the motivation to enter,“A company is able to examine what they have accomplished over the past year or two, and awards provide an opportunity for companies to set goals for the upcoming year to compete for future awards.” The jewel in the evening’s crown is the People’s Choice Award.

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the hands of public, the community votes for their favorite business from the pool of SAGE finalists at www.Scranton Chamber.com. –Kieran Kern

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SCENEAROUNDTOWN 2nd Annual Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce

SAGE Awards Gala

Mellow Theater at Lackawanna College, Scranton • Nov. 11, 2011

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he Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce and MetroAction announced the recipients of the SAGE Awards (Scranton Awards for Growth and Excellence) at the 2nd Annual Awards Gala held at the Mellow Theater, Lackawanna College. They celebrate the outstanding efforts of the local business community and their talent, creativity and innovation in a challenging business environment.

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1. Bobby Soper, President & CEO, Mohegan Sun 2. Mr.& Mrs. Robert Matley, First Liberty Bank & Trust

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10. Natalie O'Hara, PACE Construction Managers; Mark Dennenbaum, 25/8 Productions & Paula Mackarey, Happenings Magazine 11. Back row L-R: Eric & Michelle Bersch, Design Done Right; Noelle & Randy Lantka, Fidelity Deposit & Discount Bank. Front row: Melissa Sanko & Rosemary Nye, Happenings Magazine.

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Status of Women in the Legal Profession

by Atty. Karoline Mehalchick Oliver, Price & Rhodes

omen comprised less than 5 percent of the enrollment at American Bar Association (ABA) approved law schools until the 1970s. With the passage of Title IX of the Higher Education Act in 1972, which prohibited discrimination based on sex in the enrollment of students and hiring of faculty, law schools finally began to admit more women and allow them to compete equally with men.

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Since that time, enrollment among women has grown dramatically. In 1965, fewer than 20 percent of the 104 firms responding to a Harvard Law Record questionnaire employed any female lawyers. Women who were able to obtain legal work often were offered opportunities in low-status specialties deemed appropriate for women, such as domestic relations and probate law.

They received lower pay and were denied partnerships and opportunities for leadership in bar associations. For example, when former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor graduated third in her class at Stanford Law School in 1953, the only job that she was offered was as a legal secretary.

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So where do women in the legal profession stand today?

Here are some statistics from across the country, in Pennsylvania and right here at home: In 2011, women comprised nearly half of all law school graduates.

According to the American Bar Association’s Market Research Department, in April 2012, women only made up 33 percent of all legal professionals.

These numbers decrease further as professional careers advance.

According to two Former Supreme Court Justice surveys published Sandra Day O’Connor in November 2011, in private practice, only 19.5 percent of partners in law firms are women, and only 15 percent of equity partners are women.

The National Association of Women Lawyers and the NAWL Foundation report that women equity partners in the 200 largest firms earn 86 percent of the compensation earned by their male peers.

In Pennsylvania, in the 2011 Bar Year, women comprised 22 percent of all lawyers, 16 percent of chief administrators, 17 percent of equity partners, 22 percent of partners, 21 percent of partner-administrators (e.g. department and practice group heads) and 46 percent of associates on partnership track.

According to the Pennsylvania Bar Association, of the 589 members from Lackawanna County, 24 percent are women.

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The Carriage Barn features two floors of room-like settings displaying authentic antiques & glassware.

Carriage Barn boasts over 6,000 square feet of antiques.

Custom refinishing, woodworking and delivery.

Add a classic piece of the past to complement your life today!

Pool tables k Jukeboxes k Clocks k Furniture k Toys k Lighting k

Conversation pieces

1494 Fairview Road, Clarks Summit, PA From I-81: Take Waverly Exit 197 Going North: right at end of ramp, then the next two rights Going South: left at end of ramps, then the next two rights

www.carriagebarnantiques.com • (570) 587-5405

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Ready, Set, Shop!

Cozy Up!

Pop Goes the Holiday

Slippers with a non-slip grip on the underside.

Retail: $12.99 Available at: Corky's Garden Path, Scott Township

Handcrafted chocolate pops Retail: $2-$6 Available at: Chocolates by Leopold, Montrose

Eye Candy Brow sculpting with a trained, licensed aestheticians and Ablinc product of your choice (mascara, brow mousse or liquid eyeliner).

Retail: $25 Available at: PURE Medi-Spa, Dickson City

Stand Tall Decorative pillars Retail: Starting at $39.99 Electrical Distributing Co., Scranton

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Bead Happy New Pandora Holiday Beads with specials during the week of Thanksgiving. Retail: Beads starting at $25; bracelets starting at $45 Available at: 3 Sisters, Kingston

Be Bright!

Stony Creek Electric Crackle Glass Jar Lights Retail: $14.98-$24.98 Available at: Everything Natural, Clarks Summit

Sweet Sentiment Gourmet Truffles with personalized message Retail: $27.99 Available at: Bella Faccias, Scranton

We Buy, Trade & Sell All Types of Furniture antiques &

new!

Come in to see our large selection of oil paintings & prints!

USA Discount Stores 1007 Commerce Blvd. Dickson City • Next to Chuck E. Cheese • Open 7 days 570-487-1791 • Hours: Mon-Tues-Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m.;Wed thru Sat 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

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What’s Cookin’ at

THE BUTLER’S PANTRY in Montrose

The Holidays are here. Are you ready? We can help you with kitchen prep, table top, linens, dinnerware, and serveware and don't forget Christmas tree trim and home decor.

Join us Thanksgiving weekend for extended hours and open days...

Bridge Street Marketplace– Over 7,000 square feet of shopping encompasses a consignment area as well as a multi-vendor co-op. Antique, vintage, gently used, new, hand-crafted and trash-to-treasure items. Credit cards accepted. Call for hours.

Bridge St. (Rte. 29), Tunkhannock. 570-836-4456.

Black Friday-9-6 Black Saturday 9-5 Sunday 11-4 every Monday 'till Christmas 9:30 -3

CLOE & Company- Peruse through many

Gourmet sampling and gift with purchase!

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We are one of the only shoppes in the area dedicated to offering American made goodsantiques, vintage jewelry, handcrafted or manufactured items. We do Estate Sales. Hours: Tues.Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Wed. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. 410 S. State St., Clarks Summit. 570-587-2563.

Jukebox Classics and Vintage Slot Machines– Specializing in Game Room Collectables, Pin Ball Machines, Juke Boxes (old & new), barber shop poles & chairs, Vintage Gas Pumps, Cookie Jars, Salt & Pepper Shakers, Paintings, Neon Signs, Jewelry, Rugs, Coca Cola items, Betty Boop items and more. 210 Main Ave, Hawley. Phone 570-2269411 or 570-241-6230, email: jukesslots@aol.com

Mary’s Home Furnishings– 10766 State Route 29, South Montrose PA. Antiques– Privately owned and operated. Oak and country furniture (1800s-1900s). Vintage accessories - lamps, linens, early prints & frames.

Country kitchen cabinets, tables & kitchenware.

Original local art. Postcards, books, much more.

Hours, call Mary B. Gere, Owner– 570-278-2187 www.antiquessusqco.com/marys

Olde Barn Centre/Antiques & Such-

Highest quality human/synthetic wigs, extensions, top head enhancements! Concerned about your hair? Call for a free consultation today.

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An 1860s Quaker Barn filled with antique furniture of all periods. 12 antique dealers with treasures & collectibles for your home. Credit cards and layaway welcome. 1605 Rte. 220 Highway, Pennsdale. 1 mile east of exit 15 of I-180. Open daily 10-5. Info: 570-546-7493 or www.oldebarncentre.com

965 Winton St. Dunmore

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Limited Edition 2012 Precious Gift Charm November 23* *See our store for details.

United Penn Plaza Kingston, PA 570.288.3147 www.3sisters.com Mon–Sat 10 AM–5:30 PM Thurs 10 AM–7 PM Sterling silver charms from $25

570-343-5868 637 Luzerne St. • Scranton, PA

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Santa Sightings!

Where to Catch the Holiday Spirit!

Special Santa Arrival, The Mall at Steamtown

Corky’s Garden Path, Justus: Open House

November 9, 6–7:30 p.m.

Welcome Santa to center court! Free special Santa arrival gift; meet Tux, the Auntie Anne’s Pretzel and Mr. Froggy from Froggy 101.

Magic with Damian the Magician, face painting, holiday mini golf and more!

570-343-3400 www.TheMall AtSteamtown.com

November 23, 24, 25 The open house will feature displays of holiday decorations. On November 24 and 25, 1 to 4 p.m., Kaiser Fine Photography will be available to provide picture packages to anyone who wishes to have their memory with Santa captured in the beautiful holiday surroundings. 570-586-9563

Chloe & Co., Clarks Summit

www.CorkysGardenPath.com

November 17 Fun, food and fabulous finds. Extended hours. Meet and greet the artist.

570-587-2563. Visit with Santa on Dec. 15, noon-3 p.m.

Inn at Pocono Manor, Pocono Manor: Magical Fireside Christmas

Kaiser Fine Photography, Carbondale: Photos With Santa November 18, sessions beginning at noon Photos with Santa are available for $25 and include a relaxed, 15-minute visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Santa will talk to children about their list and even read a story. Crafts and snacks are available. 570-282-4090. www.KaiserPhotography.com

Downtown Scranton: Santa Parade November 17, 9 a.m.

Families can enjoy bands, dance troupes, floats, cars, fire engines and balloons, with a special appearance

by Santa!

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November 22, 6-8 p.m.; November 23-December 22, Fridays 4-9 p.m., Saturdays, noon- 7 p.m.; December 23 – 30, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., daily The Fireside Building of the Inn at Pocono Manor will glow with this Christmas event. Admission is $5 per person. Guests can do various crafts and activities, see Christmas lights and displays and visit Santa, Mrs. Claus and baby Reindeer!

800-233-8150 www.PoconoManor.com

Patsel’s, Clarks Summit: Breakfast With Santa November 24, seatings at 9:30, 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Enjoy breakfast with the real Santa, not one of his helpers! $17 for adults; $10 for children ages 6-12; $6.50 for children under 6 years.

570-563-2000 www.Patsels.com HappeningsMagazinePA.com

Cooper’s Seafood House, Scranton & Cooper’s Seafood Waterfront, Pittston: Santa Lunch December 9, seatings at 11 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. (Scranton) and December 15, seating at 12:30 p.m. (Pittston) Guests can choose from breakfast or lunch items.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will attend with all of their elves.

Every child will receive a gift and personal visit with Santa. Caroling will bring the holiday spirit. $10.95 for children, and $12.95 for adults. 570-346-7049 www.Coopers-Seafood.com

Cooper’s Seafood Waterfront, Pittston: Victorian Beer Dinner December 1, 6 p.m.

The staff will dress in Victorian outfits to serve a five-course gourmet dinner paired with seasonal Christmas beers. There will be live music and, naturally, a visit from Santa!

570-346-7049 www.Coopers-Seafood.com

PetSmart, Wilkes-Barre December 1, 2, 8, 9, 14 & 16, 11 a.m. -3 p.m.

Pet photos with Santa for $4.95. 570-825-8425 www.PetSmart.com

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THE MALL AT STEAMTOWN

Santa Claus!

Here Comes

Special Santa Arrival Friday, November 9th 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.

FREE SPECIAL SANTA ARRIVAL GIFT! • Meet Tux, Champ, Mr. Froggy & the Auntie Anne’s Pretzel • Magic with Damian the Magician • Face Painting • Holiday Mini Golf • Hosted by 98.5 KRZ • Plus Much More!

The Mall at Steamtown , conveniently located off exit 185 of I-81, is NEPA's only two level, state-of-theart, regional downtown center featuring Boscov's,The Bon-Ton, plus over 80 specialty shops, Marquee Cinema 8, The Station Café Food Court, Hurricane Grill & Wings and Starbucks!

300 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton (570) 343-3400

Visit TheMallAtSteamtown.com for a full list of exciting holiday events and see how you can win a Nintendo Wii U for Christmas!

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MIDNIGHT MADNESS!

Black Friday Shopping at The Crossings Premium Outlets

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ou can begin holiday shopping as soon as the clock strikes midnight on Thanksgiving! Crossings Premium Outlets® will hold the annual After Thanksgiving Weekend Sale, starting with Midnight Madness on Friday, November 23 and running through Sunday, November 25. According to Joanne Thomas, assistant general manager, there will be an early bird special each day and great deals all weekend long.

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An extensive collection of designer and name brand stores include Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Converse, Fossil, Gap Outlet, J.Crew, Juicy Couture, Kenneth Cole, Lacoste, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren,

Samsonite, Skechers, Tommy Hilfiger and White House Black Market.

Visit www.PremiumOutlets.com to register for the VIP Shopper Club insider perks and savings! –Vincent Mecca

Oscar Roth Jewelers offers several lines of fashion jewelry products and accessories.Whatever your fashion needs, our extensive supply of elegant merchandise has you covered. Our Fashion Inventory Includes: • Silver and Gold fashion jewelry • Gemstones – 14 karat • Earrings • Bracelets • Necklaces • Pearls – cultured and fresh water • Watches by Citizen, ESQ, and Seiko Exclusive dealer for the Everlon diamond love knot collection.

& Veneto fashion sterling at affordable prices starting as low as $50

Oscar Roth Jewelers 2925 Memorial Hwy, Dallas, PA • 570.675.2623 www.oscarrothjewelers.net

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Affordable Elegance

Jewelry, Home Decor & Unique Gifts

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HOME

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ara Malitsky’s Tunkhannock ranch home had segmented living areas, so she dreamed of an open design with plenty of natural light. She opted for an entire home renovation with additions, completed in three months by by Perez LLC. Design.

Build. Remodel.

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“From the thorough, initial design planning sessions to the completion of the project, the entire process was an absolute pleasure. The project stayed on schedule and in financial scope as outlined from the beginning. Perez LLC. Design, Build. Remodel.

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made a potentially stressful life experience a very positive memory.”

Visit www.PerezDBR.com or call 570-333-0505.

-Melissa Sanko

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Major lines of furniture, executive furnishings & authentic oriental rugs, all at drastic reductions.

Baker Henredon Milling Road Century Drexel Heritage Ralph Lauren Hancock & Moore Lexington Thomasville

97 Lackawanna Ave., Downtown Scranton • (570) 346-6591 • Free Parking next to our store.

Mon.-Sat.: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Mon. & Thurs. until 8 p.m.• Sun.: Noon-5 p.m.

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Sweet Ending for Everyone

3rd Annual Halloween Candy Buy-Back

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ids get cash; troops get treats.

That’s the idea behind the 3rd Annual Halloween Candy Buy-Back program sponsored by the offices of Dr. Jessica Falk and Dr. John Gershey at Orthodontic Specialists. Through November, kids and adults can bring in a bag of candy or nonperishable items to the office in Blakely, and they’ll be paid $5. The

candy is later shipped to troops stationed in Afghanistan.

Orthodontic Specialists began the program to remind patients about proper snacking and the potential damage to braces and dental work if not brushed correctly. Last year over 400 pounds of treats were given to troops. The ROTC program at Sunbury High School helped sort and box the items.

Patients and friends included cards and thank you letters; a platoon stationed in Afghanistan returned a picture and thank you letter. This year, organizers hope to collect at least 500 pounds of treats. Call 570346-1822 or email MyOrthodonticSpecialists@yahoo.com.

–Vincent Mecca

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Featuring: Tory Burch Diane Von Furstenburg Attilio Giusti Leombruni Kate Spade Frye Hunter Rachel Zoe Zac Posen Sam Edelman 128 N. Washington Ave., Scranton • 570-343-3334

THE FINEST in GEMS AND DIAMONDS SINCE 1880

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WVIA’s 4-Day Member Appreciation EVENT VIA membership pays off this month as members enjoy free admission to the Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour and Anthracite Heritage Museum by presenting their membership cards on November 3, 4, 10 and 11.

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Debby Konnick, WVIA membership administrator, says WVIA Public Media hosts Member Days several times a year to show appreciation for its supporters whom she calls “the backbone of WVIA.”“Members are very passionate about their public television and public radio stations,” Konnick says.

“When a viewer or listener decides to become a member, they take ownership of WVIA Public Media…They feel like they are the reason public media continues to grow and flourish.”

During the Four-Day Member Appreciation Event, members can enjoy the museum and view films about the area’s coal mining history. WVIA has partnered with the Anthracite Heritage Museum and the Lackawanna County Coal Mine since 2006.“WVIA Public Media enjoys offering our members the opportunity to visit local museums that are rich in history and continued on page 88 86

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Be Thankful!

Holiday Open House November 16-18

Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten-Free Options too!

Holiday Health. Holiday Food. Holiday Gifts.

Clarks Summit 586.9684 • www.everythingnaturalpa.com

between exits 180 and 182B from I-81

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WVIA Day (Continued from Page 86) tradition,” Konnick says.“This member event at the Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour and Anthracite Heritage Museum keeps the history of Northeast PA alive and introduces a whole new generation to our rich heritage.”

The Anthracite Heritage Museum will be closed on November 11 (Veteran’s Day).

Members who visit the coal mine that day will be given a ticket for free admission to the museum for another day in November. Visit www.WVIA.org.

–Danielle Del Prete

Meet Clifford!

WVIA will host a Children’s Community Outreach Event at The Mall at Steamtown. The free event on November 17 will feature Clifford the Big Red Dog, crafts and story time.

Furniture of all periods... “A beautiful blend of past & present.”

U.S. Rt. 220N, 1/2 Mi. East of Pennsdale • Credit Cards/ Layaway Open 10-5 Daily • 570-546-7493 • www.oldebarncentre.com

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HELP A CHILD CELEBRATE THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS! Drop your New,Unwrapped Toys at Eagle Cleaners and Help Support U.S.MARINE CORPS RESERVE

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Hope Lives Here

Marley’s Mission Fundraiser arley’s Mission is “Building for the Future” at a new forever home on 32 acres in Newton Township, just outside Clarks Summit. A fundraiser this month embodies that theme. The Backyard Ale House Hope Chest Auction on November 10 features the work of six local artists who have hand-painted wooden furniture that event-goers may bid on and add to their home.

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Event co-chair Kara Seitzinger explains the connection,“Furniture is such a personal part of the home that stays with the family.

Marley’s Mission is a family that has been created by the love and desire of a mother for her child but nurtured and sustained by this community.”The chests of varying size and shape include a blanket chest, toy chest and bench chest with storage. Unfinished, the furniture retails for around $400. These chests are unique. Local artists Al Day, Kathy Barrett, Rachel Boles, Bridget Feeney and

Trinka Ravaioli, along with the team from Woods and Company, have been given free artistic license for the decoration of their chest.

For $50, bidders may purchase a ticket that entitles them High school student Bridget Feeney poses to an auction with the Hope Chest Bench she’s painting for paddle, top- the Auction. Upon completion, the scene shelf liquor; a entitled,“Forever Home,” will depict Feeney’s interpretation of the new Marley’s Mission featured site in Newton Township.

Autumn Beer and Autumn Mission’s third annual gala Martini served from a flowin February. ing fountain. Local chefs Lynn Mendicino, Russell The Backyard Ale House on Preno, Jr. of Russell’s Courthouse Square in Restaurant and Larry Scranton will host the aucNicolais of Constantino’s tion from 6-9 p.m. To make Catering will prepare appereservations, visit tizers. Organizers hope to www.MarleysMission.com raise over $5,000 at this –Barbara Toolan event, which serves as a kick off to the Marley’s

About Marley’s Mission The non-profit organization provides EquineAssisted Psychotherapy (EAP) at no cost to children who have experience trauma of any kind. The team of specialists includes a trauma therapist, an equine specialist and a stable of 90

horses. A capital campaign is underway to construct a new facility comprised of an indoor therapy arena, stables, a welcome center and administrative offices. The site is expected to open in July 2013.

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Celebrat et he Magic of Christ mas Tunkhannock’s Christmas in Our Hometown troll East Tioga Street in historic downtown Tunkhannock while sipping a hot cup of cocoa.

Gaze at the twinkling holiday lights; listen to the festive sounds of carolers and jingling bells, or climb into a horse-drawn wagon as store window displays come to life. The Tunkhannock Business and Professional Association will ring in the holiday season on December 7 and 8 with

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Nancy Parlo, Tunkhannock Business and Professional Association coordinator, says the event celebrates the true meaning of the holidays with a nostalgic nod to the old world.“This is a major event that demonstrates true community spirit,” Parlo says.

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groups, churches and businesses donate time and money to help provide a

the 11th Annual Christmas in Our Hometown event.

The scenes of town decorated for Christmas with visitors being entertained by carolers, the horse and wagon and many other festivities hearken to another time– before the malls and the internet

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Celebrate the Magic of Christmas (Continued from Page 92) true holiday atmosphere that is welcoming, nostalgic and creates wonderful memories.”

Festive Fun Thousands of visitors are expected to visit Tunkhannock for the festivities, which run from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday. Visitors will enjoy a tree lighting, ice carvings, trolley rides, free live entertainment, snacks and drinks. On Saturday, model trains and gingerbread houses will be on display. There will also be a holiday workshop at the Dietrich Theater and other events new for 2012.

Change of Pace Christmas in Our Hometown invites people to slow down and take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season. The celebra-

tions provide a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays.“The scenes of town decorated for Christmas with visitors being entertained by carolers, the horse and wagon and many other festivities hearken to another time– before the malls and the internet,” Parlo said.“It is an event to be cherished.”Visit www.TunkhannockBusiness.com.

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TRUST IN OUR EXPERIENCE At Oliver, Price and Rhodes, women are leading the way in the firm’s practice and presence in the community. We are proud to have the talents of these four outstanding attorneys as partners in our firm.

Jane Carlonas, Karoline Mehalchick, Erin Brennan and Kim Kost Scanlon are not only accomplished lawyers – they are working to make our region a better place to live and work. All have served as President of the Lackawanna Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division. Jane is President of the Lackawanna Bar Association and Karoline is President-Elect of the local chapter of the Federal Bar Association. All four sit on various committees and boards serving the community.

Three have received the LBA’s Margaret Gavin Award, two have been named “Rising Stars” by Philadelphia Magazine, and Karoline was just named a “2012 Lawyer on the Fast Track” by The Legal Intelligencer. The firm has been honored by the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Commission on Women in the Profession for its continued promotion and advancement of women in the legal profession.

Left to right: Attorneys Erin Brennan, Kimberly Kost Scanlon, Jane Carlonas & Karoline Mehalchick

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“10 Things I LOVE! ”

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Thinking about what a kind, compassionate and fun-loving man my late husband was and how much we loved to dance with each other.

Annette Profera, Happenings Magazine Account Representative, shares 10 things she loves!

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Watching my granddaughter Claire (age 5) dance like a teenager and Joseph (age 2) trying to sing with her.

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Observing my daughter Teresa, son-in-law Kevin (they are such great parents) and my son Joe interact with my grandchildren.

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Listening to my daughter-in-law Kassie sing “All I Ask of You” and “Think of Me” from Phantom of the Opera.

Eating my mom’s meatballs and chicken, Kevin’s ribs and Teresa’s pumpkin cake.

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Remembering my dad singing and my brother Donny doing the “Twist” perfectly!

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Having The Commonwealth Medical College in Scranton and so many colleges in close proximity.

Feeding my love of fashion through the unique dress shops in downtown Scranton.

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Eating out in fabulous restaurants in Lackawanna County!

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Geisinger Turkey Trot 5K Walk and Fun Run he Geisinger Turkey Trot at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville on November 17 is the first step towards helping thousands of families in Northeast PA. Diane S. Harlow, manager of the Geisinger Health System Wellness Program, says the 5K walk and fun run wel-

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A Fun Run “The Turkey Trot is a fun run.

We encourage participation by individuals of all experience levels,” Harlow says.“It’s fun to see parents pushing strollers and walking with

their children. Many people even bring their dogs along for the run.” In addition to the race in Danville, the Turkey Trot will also be held at the Wyoming Valley and State College Geisinger locations.

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ing locations allows for greater participation throughout the entire Geisinger community,” Harlow says.

A Good Cause More than 250 runners and walkers are expected to take part at each location. In 2011, the race raised nearly $2,000 for the Children’s Miracle Network. This year, proceeds will be used to purchase specialized equipment and fund programs and education at various locations of Geisinger’s Janet Weis Children’s Hospital. The initial idea for the Turkey Trot came from a suggestion made by Geisinger orthopedic resident Dr. Blake Moore. Pre-register for $15 by November 9 or register on race-day for $20.

The race begins at all locations at 9 a.m. Visit www.Geisinger.org.

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Raise The B.A.R. for Zs get six or fewer hours of sleep a night, while health experts note that much of this sleep is not restful. For a better night’s sleep, raise the B.A.R. (Bedding, Air and Relaxation) techniques in your bedroom. f you ever feel you’re not getting enough sleep, you’re not alone—but you can be helped.

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Air temperature and circulation are essential to restful sleep. Avoid stuffy rooms by letting the cool night air in and circulating it with fans. If you have a double-hung window, open the top so hot air escapes, and the bottom so cool air comes in. On cool nights, lower the thermostat to a healthier sleep temperature.

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Happenings Magazine recently discussed the field of innovation and technology with L. Peter Frieder.

What regional strengths have kept GENTEX here?

It’s probably repetitious to say the natural beauty and cultural diversity are some of the biggest attractions here.

Most of my adult years have been spent in NEPA. There is a strong sense of commitment to community and a desire to keep it a safe and wholesome area for work and play. Being productive and charitable in this region is the norm. We have a terrific dedicated workforce that I’d match against any other, and it’s why we believe we can grow

and prosper in the region.

What challenges does GENTEX face in NEPA? Economic development, education, education and more education. We’re a technically-driven firm. Our growth is dependent on being able to draw on a skilled and welleducated work-force. We compete with companies that are able to draw from larger, technically-educated population centers that often have a more diverse industrial base. The concept of “all ships rise in a rising tide” is tremendously important for sustainable growth. Regional economic development is the catalyst for more investment; it feeds on itself. No doubt that’s the hope for the medical college, and the same holds true for other enterprises. It’s a self-fulfilling prophecy that more investment in new and legacy enterprise is a better bet for the region.

How do you stay ahead in a field defined by innovation?

We’ve remained very curious and unsatisfied with relying on our historical successes.

It’s exciting to work on something new and untried and achieve new and different levels of skill. There’s a lot we’re not doing well-enough; frankly real innovation is a challenge. It’s not just words; the practical side of our business is to believe in the

axiom,“if it were easy, everyone would be doing it”…real innovation is hard and costly, and our folks realize that. I’ve encouraged a willingness to change-not only what we do but the way we do it. We’re willing to make risk-oriented investments by taking a percentage of our income and reinvesting it in the future.

We’ve made it clear to each of our employees; in order to have a future with good jobs, some portion of what we earn is dedicated to new ideas.

Is there any concern that jobs will be shipped overseas?

Hopefully not; certainly not as a result of something we could have controlled. We’re committed to being globally competitive with a technologically differentiated product portfolio.

Presuming we’re on the right course and remain a leader in the fields in which we’re involved, we should be able to keep and perhaps add jobs.

That being said, we’re all caught up in a global economic battle. While we want to protect jobs in the U.S., so do the Europeans, both Eastern and Western, Asian, Pacific Rim countries and South Americans. Export is an important part of every major economic center, so risk of shifting jobs is on every business person’s mind as well as the steps necessary to stay ahead of that risk.

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How can the region keep and attract more companies?

We feel strongly that the region must continually reinvest in itself.

Everyone must think of NEPA as the best place to live and work at it every day.

We need good, diverse educational offerings that can convert into new enterprise as well as support the businesses that are here. Frankly, we need to continually be aware of the competitive nature of economic development on a global level. It’s everyone’s job to make sure this region is a bright star in every way.

Has the recession affected GENTEX? I’m not sure the economy affects our business.

We’ve tried to invest broadly to offset fluctuations in Defense acquisition. Safety and Survival is an important area of focus for our client/ customer. We believe if a choice needs to be made, we’re on the right side of that. That’s helped us offset acquisition changes to some degree. The full impact of the “Fiscal Cliff” has not been passed down to DOD so we really don’t know with any accuracy, what will ultimately happen. No doubt there will be an effect. For now we’ve seen a reasonably steady pattern of buying that’s relatively consistent with the past and in some cases increases where we’ve introduced new products. We are, however, concerned over our National Debt and the longterm impact it will have on the country’s ability to sustain historical budgets. The same National Security posture we’ve been able to afford in the past may not be sustainable today without some form of compromise, probably on both continued on page 106

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the expense or revenue sides.

What would surprise people about GENTEX? We’re a local, family-owned company that is in the business of making sophisticated, very high performance, life safety products. We’ve developed a strong franchise in aircrew and ballistic protection and now Helmet Mounted Display Systems.

What might be surprising is that we began as a silk yarn producer over 100 years ago.

We’ve had a history of being innovative, evolving as a company in constantly changing markets.

Peter and Laura Frieder with grandsons Finn, Beck, Evan, Myles and Griffin.

Getting Personal with L. Peter Frieder Title: Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, GENTEX Corporation Years Experience: 46 Accolades/Awards: SBA, Small Business Person of the Year, Large Business Employer of the Handicapped. Junior Achievement Entrepreneur of the year.

Meritorious Achievement, Prevent Blindness of America. Optical

Laboratory Association, Lifetime Achievement Award.

Hobbies: Car Restoration, Fly Fishing, Golf.

Family: Wife, Laura; two Children, five Grandsons Favorite Quote: “The Emperor is not wearing any clothes!”The Emperor’s New Clothes, H.C. Andersen.

rather to distribute the ing to the region. A crossHow can regional schools burden. Clearly it cannot functional education “center better prepare residents be done just to serve the of excellence” can happen for GENTEX jobs ? needs of a few; the idea is here just as it has in other Our growth locally depends to create adequate critical parts of the country. It on having education aligned mass in a combined way. It could be a growth engine with technology. It may be an could be a tremendously and investment stimulus. altruist, non-political view, powerful incentive for anybut we believe some form of one interested in relocatnetworked or pooled education that would have many institutions sharing in the investment for purposes of building a stronger technical educational platform, could be implemented; much like Amherst, MA with shared/ inter-college classrooms.

Given the size of the region’s population and relatively small local schools, it doesn’t seem economically practical for any one to take on the challenge of independent GENTEX employees are involved with the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure and other important fundraising events. Workplace Presence, a GENTEX volunteer organization promotes sponsored fund-raising technical education but initiatives.

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November’s

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Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers

November 3, 8 p.m.

State Theatre, Easton Steve Martin has starred in many popular films such as “Three Amigos,”“The Pink Panther” and “Cheaper by the Dozen.” Steve's musical talent in bluegrass and banjo performance have won him numerous awards including a Grammy Award for Best Country Performance in 2003, Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album in 2009 and an IBMA Award for Emerging Artist of the Year in 2006.Tickets range from $60-$100. www.StateTheatre.org 610-252-3132.

University of Scranton’s Spanish Film Club Series: "Post Mortem"

Ryan's Run 3 (ING New York City Marathon) to Benefit Allied Services

November 15, 7 p.m.

Pearn Auditorium of Brennan Hall, The University of Scranton, Scranton The 2010 film takes place during the 1973 Pinochet coup in Santiago, Chile.

The film follows Mario, a 55-year old writing autopsy reports at a local military hospital. He is freed from his apathetic nature when a neighbor he fantasizes about, Nancy, is arrested by the Allende regime. The film follows Mario as he embarks on his search for Nancy, and he realizes how easily ordinary people fall into a climate of atrocity. "Post Mortem" is directed

by Pablo Larraín. 570-941-6160 Linda.ledford-miller@scranton.edu.

November 4 New York City The 3rd Annual Ryan's Run will raise money to benefit Allied Services for children and adults with disabilities.

It will take place at the ING New York City Marathon. Ryan Leckey from WNEP-TV will be joined by 24 other runners from across Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania. "Team Leckey" boasts runners from all levels of ability, including first-time marathoners and twotime Steamtown Marathon winner Kevin Borrelli. The Ryan's Run slogan this year is "Inspiring fitness, challenging disability, changing lives."

Donations will be accepted through the day of the marathon at www.alliedservices.org/ryansrun.

The Virgin Consort Holiday Performance December 6, 7 p.m.

The Mellow Theater at Lackawanna College, Scranton The New York-based group is best known

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Christmas Past Comes Alive at Eckley Miner’s Village njoy a peek into the history of Eckley Miner’s Village while celebrating the Christmas season.

Eckley Miner’s Village in Weatherly was built in 1854 for coal-mine workers and their families. Thanks to its use as the set for the movie “The Molly Maguires,” the village was spared destruction in the 1960s. It was preserved by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and opened to the public in 1975. This Christmas season, the Village invites guests to two annual holiday events.

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Children’s Christmas Program Young visitors will watch a short film on the history of the village, take a guided tour, make Victorian Christmas ornaments and enjoy a visit from St. Nick! Jeanette Daniels, a volunteer for over 30 years, explains,“I love seeing the children’s faces light up upon seeing all the things from the past.

They ask so many questions and show such an interest in the life of our former residents.”The program will be December 1 and 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. Registration is required. Entry fees are $5 for children and $3 for adults.

A Victorian Christmas The event started in 2010 as a one-day event. It was so popular that the museum expanded it into the first two weekends of December. Visitors view beautiful Christmas Trees filled with Victorian ornaments and enjoy Christmas music, tea, cookies and raffles. This free event will be December 1, 2, 8 and 9 from noon to 4 p.m. Visit www.EckleyMiners VillageMuesum.com or call 570-636-2070.

–Casey Phillips

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HEALTH Diabetes Q & A with Denise Piepoli, RN BS CDE, RN Certified Diabetes Educator, Allied Services Q: What are the symptoms of low blood sugar?

A: When glucose levels drop below 70, a person can feel agitated, moody, shaky, dizzy, confused and experience numbness in the arms, hands or face. If left untreated, the condition can lead to unconsciousness. To treat a low blood sugar, drink or eat either one cup of milk, a half cup of juice, one tablespoon of honey or corn syrup or three glucose tablets. Test glucose level again in 15 minutes. If not over 70, another snack or meal should be eaten.

Q: What are the symptoms of high blood glucose?

A: The higher the glucose or sugar levels in the blood, the more glucose will appear in the urine. Your body tries to make more urine to get rid of this extra glucose or sugar, and as a result, the extra urination causes a person to feel thirsty. Dehydration may occur. Because cells are not being fed glucose, the person will also feel hungry. Blurred vision from high glucose causes the eye lens to swell.

This may last several weeks until blood glucose levels become controlled. Itching and extremity numbness, slow wound healing and weight loss also may occur.

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Q: How can diabetes be controlled?

A: Meal and snack planning, physical movement or activity, medication and insulin are the means of controlling diabetes. There is no secret formula for eating, but a person needs to understand serving size and balance with starches, protein and vegetables, and snacks need to be chosen wisely.

Q: What are some suggested lifestyle changes?

A: See your physician and/or an endocrinologist. Adhere to a fairly routine schedule, blood glucose monitoring with a meter, becoming physically involved in scheduled “movement time,” daily medication and insulin if needed.

Q: How can one improve circulation?

A: First check with your physician on what activity is safe for you. A stress test may be ordered to determine if there are circulation problems with your heart or studies to check nerve damage to your feet. There are many ways to get moving and can include walking, stationary bike, swimming, gentle water aerobics, yoga and various sports. Take small steps to make small changes; things

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Q: What is the best time to test blood sugar?

A: This depends on your physician’s plan of care for you. Glucose can be tested before the meal, two hours after the meal, before bedtime or if you are ill or feel sick.

Q: Is it ok to eat sugar?

A: Years ago sugar was forbidden. Today sugar is considered as a carbohydrate and can be counted as a serving of carbohydrate food at a meal. Some people prefer more natural sweeteners such as honey or a variety of sugar sweetener. Everything in moderation is the general rule here.

Q: What else should I do for my health?

A: Take small steps at first to help control your weight, blood pressure, cholesterol.

Obtain yearly bloodwork, vision and foot care. Ask for support from your family and friends when you need it.

Relax. Celebrate every improvement you make no matter how small!

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: I’m having a house full of company for the holidays. My dog (a Terrier mix) gets excited when we have visitors and often jumps on them, runs in circles and makes his presence known.

Any advice?

A: Besides the German Shepherds I’m more known for, I also have Rat Terriers, so I can well imagine the scene you’re describing. Terriers are exuberant, high-spirited dogs that can be territorial and dictatorial. They’re like canine Jim Carey’s…ebullient, feisty, smart, animated and pretty much convinced that life is All-About-Me! You don’t want to change your dog’s basic personality; you love him for who he is, but he does need to learn when to keep a lid on it.

So, first address the All-AboutMe syndrome. Some fundamental breed characteristics like a Terrier’s never-say-die attitude suit him well for eradicating vermin.

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pack leader, the one he looks to for direction and permission. And that leadership must be consistent, not just from you but all members of the household.

A dog’s place is at the bottom of the totem pole; he must be made to understand that even guests outrank him in the hierarchy.

That status isn’t easy for Terriers to accept! To get through that…ok, let’s say it– that obstinate skull, you’ll have to set some ground rules and never waiver. You can’t expect him to behave when guests arrive if he doesn’t behave every other day of the year. He won’t understand your disapproval of his jumping on the couch if you allow it 360 other days.

He’ll not keep all four on the floor if you welcome his jumping and leaping greetings after work every day.

From an obedience standpoint, I strongly advise that you do a mental recalibration before you touch the dog’s leash. People tend to look for solutions to problems, but my contention is that most problems can be avoided altogether if the owner knows what behavior they do want as opposed to what HappeningsMagazinePA.com

they don’t want. You know you don’t want your dog bothering people, and you know you don’t want to lock him away, so what do you want him to do when company arrives? Lie quietly on his bed? Stay in a particular area of a particular room? Knowing what you want enables you to train for the desired behaviors rather than punish for unwelcome ones. Terriers are attentiongluttons, so make sure that the attention he’s given is focused on behaviors you want repeated, avoiding the trap of inadvertently rewarding negativeattention-seeking. It will help to set up scenarios ahead of time, enacting the arrival of guests, to enable you to practice without the hectic, emotional overtones that will accompany the actual holidays.

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Delivering Smiles & Holiday Spirit TOYS FOR TOTS

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oys for Tots began in 1947, when Major Bill Hendricks, USCR and his wife Diane intended to deliver a handmade doll to an organization, which would give it to a needy child at Christmas.

When the couple realized there were no organizations that existed, they created one.

Major Bill Hendricks, USCR and a group of Marine Reservists in Los Angeles then collected and distributed 5,000 toys to needy children.

Since beginning, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots has distributed over 452 million toys to more than 209 million needy children. The mission of the program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to less

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fortunate children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.

The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation has supplemented toy collections with more than 98 million toys valued at more than $694 million and provides promotion and support materials valued at over $8.5 million. The Foundation has supported Toys for Tots since 1991. continued on page 118

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Diane Baldi, RN, CHPN, Chief Executive Officer, Hospice of the Sacred Heart

pon meeting someone, there is a basic human need to form a connection. After the questions about where you live and if you have a family, there is the inevitable,“What do you DO?” My life’s work and the agency I began 10 years ago are a source of pride and accomplishment. I work in the business of caring for those either suffering with terminal illness or actively dying.“How can you do what you do?” is a question familiar to people working in hospice. I meet this reaction with another question,“How could I NOT do what I do?”

hend the end of their child’s life? This year, we instituted our Pediatric Palliative Care Team, dedicated to the special needs of children and their families. How we treat the most vulnerable and those easily dismissed as undeserving says a great deal about a culture. For the past decade, we have partnered with local correctional institutes ensuring the end-of-life needs of the incarcerated are met with the interventions as upto-date as those living in the community. We

me for this first time, I live in the Green Ridge Section of Scranton. I am lucky to be the spouse of Michael Baldi for 29 years, mother to three beautiful children and, most ecstatically, grandmother to one very special little boy. And I am the Chief Executive Officer of Hospice of the

Hospice of the Sacred Heart has been diligent in meeting the end-of-life needs of our community. Our innovative programming is a clear reflection of the changing landscape of healthcare.

On a national level, what and how we reimburse healthcare providers is under scrutiny, and our local medical community has undergone many changes, transforming “who” is caring for us.

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Sacred Heart, proudly death, to not be alone, Many of the most heartbreak- scared or in pain. It is the last celebrating our 10th Year of Caring for Our Community. ing cases, even for those of us act of kindness we may bestow. with decades of experience, - Diane Baldi, RN, CHPN, are the pediatric patients.

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Fostering excellence in Deaf Education The Scranton School is committed to providing superior academic, residential and support services to deaf and hard of hearing children in an All-Inclusive Communication Environment. We cater to the communication need of students from birth through 21 years of age by utilizing American Sign Language, spoken English and a combination of sign-supported English 537 Venard Road Clarks Summit, PA 18411 www.thescrantonschool.org 570-585-1000 A Program of the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf

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Drink in the Poconos!

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21st Annual Great Brews Classic Beer Festival

ver 50 of the country's top breweries will pour into Split Rock Resort in Lake Harmony for the 21st Annual Great Brews Classic Beer Festival November 17 and 18. The festival also features musical entertainment on two stages, food and crafts.

Guests receive a commemorative beer tasting glass and a tasting from each brewery. A Pair of Nuts and George Wesley are among the full roster of entertainers.

Guests can attend seminars such as "Tutored Tastings" by George Hummel, about home-brewing and cooking with beer. Tickets are $55 at the door or $50 in advance for Saturday, and $45 at the door or $40 in advance for Sunday.

Those with Saturday tickets may return on Sunday with matching I.D. to receive a discounted admission. Overnight packages and group and designated driver rates available. The festival is open to those 21 and over only. Call 800-255-7625 or visit www.SplitRockResort.com. 窶天incent Mecca

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Land of the Free, Because of the Brave 2012 Wyoming Valley Veteran’s Day Parade & Essay Contest!

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arade Marshal Colonel Colleen Dickinson will lead the area’s largest Veteran’s Day parade, and Major General William B. Lynch will serve as the Reviewing Officer during the 67th Annual Wyoming Valley Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 11 at 2 p.m.

Schools, marching bands, clubs and military troops will march from Kingston Corners to Public Square in Wilkes-Barre to honor those who have served the country.

In addition to the parade, The Wyoming Valley Veteran’s Day Parade Committee will sponsor an annual essay contest, themed "Land of the Free, Because of the Brave."

Fourth to twelfth grade Wyoming Valley students are eligible to participate. Four awards in each of the three age categories will be given. Prizes are $250 for first place, $100 for second, $50 for third and $25 for honorable mention.

Winners will be honored at a ceremony and participate in the Wyoming Valley Veterans Day parade.

Email sdecker973@aol.com about the essay contest, and call at 570-288-6641 about the parade.

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Meet the Reviewing Officer: Major General William B. Lynch (retired)

Meet the Parade Marshall: Colonel Colleen Dickinson

A 1964 graduate of Brown University, General Lynch received his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree in 1976 from Ohio Northern University. He began his Air Force career in 1965.

General Lynch has earned many military awards and decorations. He was the adjutant general of PA, responsible for command, control and supervision of

Colonel Dickinson began her military career in 1983 as a soldier in the US Army Reserve. She is currently the Communications and Information Officer (J6) for the PA Joint Force Headquarters, PA Air National Guard, where she is responsible for the communications capabilities of approximately 19,000 airmen and soldiers. She par-

all Air and Army National Guard units allocated to the state. He was also responsible for five state-owned Veterans' Homes, Scotland School for veterans' children and programs for Pennsylvania’s 1.3 million veterans. General Lynch is married to the former Kathleen A. Killmeyer.

ticipated in numerous classified missions including Operations Desert Shield/Storm. Colonel Dickinson resides in Harrisburg with her husband Colonel John Dickinson. They have two children, Ceaera and Zachary– Senior Airman and Crew Chief with the 193rd Maintenance Group.

-Melissa Sanko

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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Special Events

Nov. 1-4, Ringling Bros. & Barnum & Bailey Presents Barnum Bash, Thurs-Fri. 7 p.m., Sat. 1 & 5 p.m, Sun. 1 p.m., Mohegan Sun Arena, Wilkes-Barre.

Nov. 1-30, Ghost Walks, 7:30 p.m., downtown Scranton.

383-1821.

Nov. 2-4,“It’s A Winter Wonderland” Flower Show, Fri. 3-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-3 p.m., Hughes Public Library, Stroudsburg. www.gardenclub.org Nov. 9-11, Mid-Eastern PA Gaming Convention, Ramada Inn, Clark Summit. www.mepacon.com Nov. 10, Octoberfest, 7-11 p.m., downtown Bloomsburg.

784-2522.

Nov. 11, 67th Annual Wyoming Valley Veterans Day Parade, 2 p.m., Kingston Corners to Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 288-6641.

Nov. 11, AFBA Indoor Bluegrass Shindig, 12:30-5 p.m., ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, Bethlehem.

610-253-2800.

Nov. 11, Victorian Fashion Show & Tea, 1 p.m., POSH, Scranton. 587-5246.

Nov. 13, 128th Annual Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber Dinner, Genetti’s, Wilkes-Barre. 823-2101, ext.

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389-4409.

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Nov. 16-17, Art on the Mountain, Fri. 3-8 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Shawnee Mtn. Ski Area, Shawnee-on Delaware.

Nov. 17, Annual Santa Parade, downtown Scranton.

Nov. 17-18, Great Brews Classic Beer Festival, noon-4 p.m., Split Rock Resort, Lake Harmony. www.splitrock resort.com Nov. 17-18, Artisans’ Marketplace, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Waverly Community House, Waverly. 585-8113.

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340-5204.

Nov. 30, Christmas Train & Trees, 5-8 p.m., Main St., Nicholson. 942-0126.

Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Victorian Christmas Celebration Dinner, The Settlers Inn, Hawley. 226-2993.

Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Christmas Tea, Fri. 4-8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., The Oldest House, Laceyville.

Community Events

Nov. 23-24, Holiday Express Train Excursion to Moscow, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton. 340-5204.

Nov. 2, St. Joseph’s Center Annual Dennis Crafferty Memorial Auction, DeNaples Ballroom, University of Scranton. 963-1290.

Nov. 23-Dec. 2, Treefest, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m., Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble, Bloomsburg.

Nov. 3, Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Elk Lake Elementary School, Dimock.

278-3365.

Nov. 24-25, 8th Annual Holiday Arts Festival, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Skytop Lodge, Skytop.

595-7401.

Nov. 3, Holiday Craft Bazaar & Luncheon, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., United Methodist Church, Tunkhannock. 836-1229.

Nov. 25, Holiday Limited Train Excursion to Gouldsboro, 11 a.m.-3:30 HappeningsMagazinePA.com

Nov. 3, Harvest Festival & Craft Fair, 9 a.m., Mayfield Elementary, Mayfield.

840-5915.

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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Nov. 3, Friends of Hoyt Library Fashion Show & Luncheon, noon-3 p.m., Vanderlyn’s Restaurant, Kingston. 287-1623.

Nov. 4, 3rd Annual Hughestown Gift & Craft Fair, noon-5 p.m., Hughestown Hose Co., Hughestown. 655-4552.

Nov. 6, Chicken & Biscuit or Ham Dinner, 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Clifford.

222-5625.

Nov. 6, Election Day Ham Dinner, noon-1:30 p.m. & 56:30 p.m., Daleville United Methodist Church, Covington Twp. 842-6776.

Nov. 6, Election Day Pancake Lunch & Supper, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Unity Grange Hall, Galilee.

Nov. 7-9, Annual Pre-Holiday Book Sale, Wed.-Thurs. noon7 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Valley Community Library, Peckville. 489-1765.

Nov. 9-11, Annual Christmas Bazaar, Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., St. John’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Mayfield. 876-0730.

Nov. 10, Hope Chest Auction to Benefit Marley’s Mission, 6-9 p.m., Backyard Ale House, Scranton. www.marleys mission.com Nov. 10, Chicken & Biscuit Dinner, 5 p.m., Lake Ariel Faith Fellowship, Lake Ariel.

698-5716.

Nov. 10, Holiday Marketplace, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., November 2012

Abington Community Library, Clarks Summit.

Nov. 10-11, Christmas Bazaar, Sat. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Catherine of Siena Church, Moscow.

Nov. 11, Deutsch Institute Celebrity Brunch Christmas in New York, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Mary’s Center, Scranton.

348-1968.

Nov. 14, Silent Auction, benefiting Scranton Chapter of the Business & Professional Womens’ Club, Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton. 969-9800.

Nov. 16-17, Fine Arts & Fine Craft Festival, Fri. 5-8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Triton Banquet Hall, Tunkhannock.

836-2441.

Nov. 17, Daleville United Methodist Church Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Bill’s Shop Rite, Daleville. 842-6776.

Nov. 17, Game Dinner & 40th Anniversary Celebration, 7-9 p.m., Pocono Environmental Ed Center, Dingmans Ferry.

828-2319.

Nov. 17, ICS 2nd Annual Fall Auction, 4 p.m., Carmen’s Country Inn, Drums. 459-1111.

Nov. 18, Pasta Dinner, 1 p.m., St. Mary’s Church, Jessup.

489-2796.

Nov. 18, Harvest Dinner, 12:30 p.m., St. Vladimir Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Parish Center, Scranton. 346-2414.

Nov. 24, Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Dalton Volunteer Fire Co. Dalton.

Nov. 24-25, 19th Annual Holiday Craft Show, Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kingston Armory, Kingston.

823-7161, ext. 348.

Nov. 24-25, Holiday Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fernwood Resort, Bushkill.

201-919-0459.

Nov. 30-Dec, 2, No Room at the Inn Nativity Display, 5 p.m. United Presbyterian Church, Forty Fort. 287-7097.

Concerts Nov. 4, Northern Tier Symphony Orchestra, 3 p.m., Towanda H.S., Towanda.

Nov. 4, Choral Society of NEPA Symphonic Chorus, Crossing Borders, A Musical Journey to 1962, 3 p.m., St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Scranton. 343-6707.

Nov. 8, 198th Army Band, 7 p.m., Brooks Theatre, Keystone College. 945-8000.

Nov. 9, The Depue Brothers, 7:30 p.m., Hazleton Area H.S., Hazleton. 788-4864.

Nov. 9, Keep It Real Comedy Tour, 9 p.m., Gravity Inn, Waymart. 488-6918.

Nov. 9, 90 Proof, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Silver Lake Tavern, Dingmans Ferry. 828-8917.

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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Nov. 9, Rusted Root, 8 p.m., Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel, NY. 800-745-3000.

Nov. 23, The Moody Blues, 8 p.m., State Theatre, Easton.

800-999-STATE.

Nov. 11, Anthracite Opera Company, 3 p.m., St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Scranton.

Nov. 23-24, Railroad Earth, Sherman Theater, Stroudsburg. 420-2808.

Nov. 11, Pianist George Winston, 7:30 p.m., Events Gallery, Betel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel, NY. 800-745-3000.

Nov. 25, Choral Society of NEPA Adult/Children/Youth Choirs Christmas with the Choral Society, 3 p.m., Covenant Presbyterian Church, Scranton. 343-6707.

Nov. 11, Choral Society of NEPA/Youth Choirs Fall Concert, 3 p.m., St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Scranton.

343-6707.

Nov. 13, U.S. Air Force Liberty Jazz Band, 7:30 p.m., State Theatre, Easton.

800-999-STATE.

Nov. 25, Wayne Choralaires: “Because It’s Christmas,” 2:30 & 7 p.m., Central United Methodist Church, Honesdale. 253-2782.

Theatre Nov. 1-25,“Haunted!

Mysteries of the Beyond,” 7 p.m., Houdini Museum, Scranton. 383-9297.

Nov. 2-4,“The Curate Shakespeare As You Like It,” 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Brooks Theatre, Keystone College.

687-5245.

Nov. 3,“Maria Kizito,” 4 p.m., NACL Theatre, Highland Lake, NY. 845-557-0694.

Nov. 3,“Boolesque,” 8 p.m., Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim Thorpe. 800-838-3006.

Nov. 4,“Theory of a Dead Man,” Sherman Theatre, Stroudsburg. 420-2808.

Nov. 26, Marywood New Jazz Ensemble, 8 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Marywood University.

Nov. 29, The Vienna Boys Choir, Sherman Theater, Stroudsburg. 420-2808.

Nov. 4, Golden Dragon Acrobats, 1 & 4:30 p.m., State Theatre, Easton.

800-999-STATE.

Nov. 17, Northern Tier Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m., Tunkhannock Middle School, Tunkhannock.

Nov. 29, Wayne Choralaires: “Because It’s Christmas,” 7 p.m., St. Rose Church, Carbondale. 253-2782.

Nov. 4,“The Pirates of Penzance,” 2 p.m., Museum at Bethel Woods, Bethel, NY. 845-583-2008.

Nov. 18, Centennial Concert, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Clarks Summit.

586-6306.

Nov. 30, Brian Setzer Orchestra, 8 p.m., State Theatre, Easton.

800-999-STATE.

Nov. 8-11 & 16-18,“Any Wednesday,” 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Providence Playhouse, Scranton. 342-9707.

Nov. 15, Pumps & Punchlines, 8 p.m., State Theatre, Easton.

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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Nov. 9-11,“Bermuda Avenue Triangle,” Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee-onDelaware. 421-5093.

Nov. 10,“Letters to God” Movie Screening, 7 p.m., Unity of NEPA: A Spiritual Center, Wilkes-Barre. 824-7722.

Nov. 10,“Mrs. Honey B’s Guide to Love & Marriage,” 8 p.m., State Theatre, Easton.

800-999-STATE. Nov. 10-11,“Shakespeare’s Will,” Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 4 p.m., NACL Theatre, Highland Lake, NY. 845-557-0694.

Nov. 11,“Shatner’s World,” 7 p.m., State Theatre, Easton.

800-999-STATE. Nov. 15, Spanish Film Club Series, 7 p.m., Pearn Auditorium, University of Scranton. 941-6160.

Nov. 16-18, Acting Showcase, 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Marywood University.

Nov. 17,“To Save a Life” Movie Screening, 7 p.m., Unity of NEPA: A Spiritual Center, Wilkes-Barre. 824-7722.

Nov. 17,“Guys & Dolls,” 7:30 p.m., State Theatre, Easton.

800-999-STATE. Nov. 18,“Die Fledermaus,” 3 p.m., Keystone Theatre, Towanda. 268-2787.

Nov. 23-Dec. 29,“A Christmas Carol,” 7 p.m., Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble, Bloomsburg.

Misericordia University.

674-6250.

Nov. 1-Dec. 9, Works by George Mummert & Michael Tymon, Pauly Friedman Art Gallery, Misericordia University.

674-6250.

Nov. 2-Dec. 6, A View Outdoors, Lackawanna College Environmental Institute, Moscow.

842-1506.

Nov. 30, Dickens’“A Christmas Carol,” 7 p.m., First Nov. 3-30, Picture Perfect 4-H Photography Club– Nature A Presbyterian Church, Clarks Photographer’s Canvas, 11 Summit. 586-6306. a.m.-1 p.m., Monroe Co. Environmental Ed Center, Art Exhibits Stroudsburg. 629-3061.

Nov. 1-18, NatureSeen, Mahady Gallery, Marywood University.

Nov. 1-30, Robert Stark Inside the Studio, Linder Gallery, Keystone College.

Nov. 1-30, Across the Great Divide: Photographs by Roberta Rice, Museum at Bethel Woods, Bethel, NY. 866-781-2922.

Seminars & Lectures Nov. 1, The Future of Health Care: A Washington Perspective, 7:45 a.m., Insalaco Hall, Misericordia University.

674-6400.

Nov. 1, AARP Driver Safety, 1-5 p.m., Hawley Senior Center, Hawley.

Nov. 1,“When Worlds Collide,” Nov. 1-Dec. 9, Elizabeth S. Screening & Lecture, 7 p.m., Fulton Giclee Landscape Movies 14, Wilkes-Barre.

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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Nov. 1-2, AARP Driver Safety, 8 a.m.-noon, Hamlin Senior Center, Hamlin.

Nov. 6, World Peace Meditation & Reiki Circle, 57 p.m., Self Discovery Wellness Arts Center, Montrose.

278-9256.

Nov. 17, Pocono Animal Adaptations, 10-11:30 a.m., Monroe Co. Environmental Ed Center, Stroudsburg. 629-3061.

Nov. 17, Gourd Ornaments, 9 a.m.-noon, Lackawanna College Environmental Institute, Moscow. 842-1506.

Nov. 8,“The Butterfly Man,” 11:30 a.m., Hughes Public Library, Stroudsburg.

420-0283.

Nov. 19, Medicare Annual Enrollment Event, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Abington Community Library, Clarks Summit.

Nov. 8, Energy & Insulation, 6:30 p.m., Lackawanna College Environmental Institute, Moscow. 842-1506.

Nov. 24, Introduction to Astronomy, 7-9 p.m., Pocono Environmental Ed Center,Dingmans Ferry.

828-2319.

Nov. 10, Holiday Candy Crafts, 10-11:30 a.m., Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock.

996-1500.

Nov. 10 & 23, Glassblowing Demonstration, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Gillinder Glass, Port Jervis, NY. 845-856-5375.

Nov. 11, Holiday Bows & Boughs, 1-3 p.m., Pocono Environmental Ed Center, Dingmans Ferry. 828-2319.

Nov. 14, Northeastern PA in American History, 7 p.m., Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. 996-1500.

Nov. 16, A Snapshot of Progress: Restoring Justice in Our Community, 12:30 p.m., Woodlands Inn & Resort, Wilkes-Barre. 823-5144.

Nov. 17, Gingerbread House Workshop, 10 a.m.-noon, Dietrich Theatre, Tunkhannock. 996-1500.

Nature Nov. 7 & 14, Cranberry Bog Walk, 1-3 p.m., Tannersville.

629-3061.

Nov. 10, Nature’s Banquet Walk, 10 a.m.-noon, Monroe Co. Environmental Ed Center, Stroudsburg. 629-3061.

Nov. 19, Poconos Naturally Hike, 1-4 p.m., Brodhead Park, Stroud Twp. 629-3061.

Nov. 27-29, Magical Full Moon Trail Ride, Vanderbeek Farm, Hawley. 685-1900.

Kids Corner Nov. 1, Natural Wonders: Nuts to You, 1-2:30 p.m., Lackawanna College Environmental Institute, Moscow. 842-1506.

Nov. 2-17,“Magic &

Mystery,” The Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee-onDelaware. 421-5093.

Nov. 3, Songs & Games for Tots, 11 a.m., Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. 996-1500.

Nov. 8, Let’s Talk Turkey, 1-2 p.m., Monroe Co. Environmental Ed. Center, Stroudsburg.

629-3061.

Nov. 15, The Mystery at Cape Cod, 4-4:45 p.m., Abington Community Library, Clarks Summit.

Nov. 15, Natural Wonders: Critter Camouflage, 1-2:30 p.m., Lackawanna College Environmental Institute, Moscow.

842-1506.

Nov. 15-Dec. 23,“Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol,” The Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee-onDelaware. 421-5093.

Nov. 16, After School Art Show & Science Fair, 4-6 p.m., Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg.

389-9206.

Nov. 19, Harvest Time Make-It, Take-It Craft Time, 3-5 p.m., Abington Community Library, Clarks Summit.

Nov. 23-Dec. 22,“A Christmas Wizard of Oz,” The Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee-onDelaware. 421-5093.

Nov. 24, Breakfast with Santa, 9:30 & 11:30a.m. & 1:30 p.m., Patsel’s, Clarks Summit. 563-2000.

Nov. 29, Natural Wonders: Things That Glitter, 1-2:30 p.m., Lackawanna College Environmental Institute, Moscow.

842-1506.

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103 Westfall Town Dr. Exit 224 off of I-80 Exit 145 off of I-81 570-275-1529 570-491-4341 570-455-0313

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Now Open Carter’s Babies & Kids Plow & Hearth Exit 182A off I-81 | Montage Mountain Road | 570.341.3271 www.shoppesatmontage.com

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Thanksgiving Day Buffet Thursday, Nov. 22 11 A.M. - 5 P.M. in the Grand Lobby and Platform Lounge For details and reservations. call 570-558-3929