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What was your favorite Halloween costume when you were growing up?
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“A Batman costume that my grandmother handmade for me.”
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“The two-headed monster from “Sesame Street”... but the other kid in the costume peed his pants”
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“My costumes were sadly not very creative, but I’m going to have to go with the devil.”
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“A Hulk costume with a bad wig and pants that were more pink than purple, but it was still incredible.”
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Letter from the editor Just a few short hours before Weekender graphic designer and photographer Amanda Dittmar and I traveled to Dickson City last week, staff writer Rich Howells recalled his previous attempts to interview the owner of the Circle Drive-In. The chance, for one reason or another, was lost after a few attempts when he and I worked for Go Lackawanna. “There’s no way I’ll see him, either,” I thought to myself about the fabled 91year-old operator of the attraction just north of Scranton. We were heading there to interview cast members and organizers of the Circle’s new haunted attraction, which we’ve highlighted in this edition. But when we finished our stroll through the grounds – taking in the amazing Carnival of Fear and witnessing the horrors along the Hayride of Torture – Mike Delfino was there, much like he has been in the decades that he has owned the landmark. Smiling nearly from ear to ear, he recalled how he and his wife, Gwen, introduced flea markets to the region years before the Circle of Screams was even a glimmer
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in his eye. Delfino, who admittedly doesn’t like horror movies and still recalls the first showing “High Noon” he held when the drive-in became his own, probably wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else in Lackawanna County, including his hometown of Carbondale where he still resides. He looked more at home seated near the concession stand or walking behind its counters than many others would have – especially at age 91. I hope, whatever I’m doing if I’m lucky enough to reach that age, that I still have the guts to invent new things for people of all ages to enjoy like Mike has. We should all be so lucky. Enjoy this week’s edition, and thanks for reading.
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Andrew W.K., front, will appear at Luzerne County Community College on Thursday, Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) day’s lecture in person, you can stream the event online at facebook.com/snipstamp. SAVE THE PUMPKINS Weekender correspondent Melissa Hughes is helping to organize an event focused on breast cancer awareness. The “Save the Pumpkins” benefit event is set for Sunday, Oct. 7, from 2 p.m.-2 a.m. at The Getaway Lounge and Entertainment Complex (1477 W. Main St., Plymouth). Baskets and raffles will give attendees the chance to win prizes from a pin-up photo shoot with Keen Image Photography, a $300 tattoo session with Ryan Ashley Malarkey, a gift basket from the Adult Playtime Boutique, and more, according to Hughes, who pens the Weekender’s bi-weekly Girl Talk column.
Proceeds from the Oct. 7 event will benefit The Center for Cancer Wellness - Candy’s Place (190 Welles St., Forty Fort). “Boobs are a big deal, and what kind of Girl Talk would we have if we didn’t talk about them every now and again,” Hughes wrote in a email. “Please come out and show your support.” CANS FOR CANCER Throughout the month of October, Kildare’s (119 Jefferson Ave., Scranton) will donate $1 to Living Beyond Breast Cancer for every canned beer sold from their “Cans for Cancer” menu. Each Kildare’s location will feature a special menu of canned beers (just in case you were adventurous enough to head to other PA locations in West Chester, Manayunk, or State College). Check scranton.kildaresirishpub.com for more details.
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THE MAN IN WHITE Andrew W.K. apparently has an honorary Ph.D. in partying. The hard-rocking, never-stopping man known for songs like “It’s Time to Party,” “She is Beautiful,” and “Party Til You Puke” will appear at Luzerne County Community College (1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke) in Rooms 965-966 of Building 9 to deliver a lecture titled “Partying 101: The Complete Introduction to the Science of Partying.” Gerard Durling, co-creator of the mobile app SnipStamp, is responsible for bringing the man in white to Luzerne County. “I was kind of on him about being a part of SnipStamp for the past eight months… Once I finally got a chance to talk to Andrew about the app itself, which will be launching within the next week, he loved it. He was all about doing this college contest with us,” he said. “He’s been bragging about how much partying he does, so I couldn’t think of anyone better to have in the role of party professor.” SnipStamp is a location-based app for iPhone and Android devices that allows users to check in to – you guessed it – parties, along with locating friends and finding other hot spots in real time, Durling explained. The app has been in development since April. Andrew W.K.’s appearance will also officially launch a contest geared towards college students. Beginning Thursday, the contest to host the best part in the United States will begins with a second round of about 25 finalists opening on Oct. 24. The winner will be selected based on SnipStamp check-ins, friend activity, and how closely participants stick to their party theme. A winner to be selected in mid-December will receive $10,000 towards their college tuition, Durling said. “I’m hoping that a lot of students will be excited about being a part of this,” he added. If you can’t make it to Thurs-
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The Osterhout Free Library (71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, www.osterhout.info, 570.821.1959) • Open Computer Lab: Mon./Wed., 5-8 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. • Fall for the Osterhout: Sept. 28, 6 p.m., Westmoreland Club (S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre). 30th anniversary of Ken Pollock Children’s Wing. $135, entertainment, food, drinks, music by “New York Times Brand.” All proceeds benefit Library, sponsorship available by calling 570.823.0156 ext. 218. • Wing Fling: Sept. 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.
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A lasting impression ‘Impressions Of A Perfect Day,’ an exhibit of new work by Sabine Thomas, begins with an opening reception on Saturday, Sept. 29, from 5-7 pm at Something Special (23 W. Walnut Street, Kingston). The exhibit will run through Nov. 9. Gallery hours are Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sat., 7:30 a.m.-2p.m. For more information, call 570.288.8386. Above, ‘The Airing of the Quilts, Tunkhannock.’ N. Washington Ave., Scranton, 570.346.7369) • Dunmore Community Center art class exhibit: First Friday, Oct. 5, 6-9 p.m. Over 30 oil paintings and sketched drawings inspired by Masonic Temple. STACKS Writing Group Every other Tues., 6 p.m., The Banshee, (320 Penn Ave., Scranton). Info: stackswritinggroup@gmail.com The Vintage Theater (326 Spruce St., Scranton, info@scrantonsvintagetheater.com) • NEPA Writers Collective Annual Dead Poets Night: Oct. 18, features openmic poetry. • Readings/discussion by Amye Archer, Jason Lucarelli, Dawn Lea, Rich Howells, and Brian Fanneli: Oct. 19. West Pittston Library (200 Exeter Ave., www.wplibrary.org, 570.654.9847) • Book Club: First Tues., 6:45 p.m. Free. Informal discussion of memberselected books. • Weekly story time for children: Fri., 1 p.m. Free.
VISUAL AFA Gallery (514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton: 570.969.1040 or Artistsforart.org) Gallery hours Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 p.m. • Life Drawing sessions: every Tues., 7-9 p.m. Contact ted@tedmichalowski.com for info. • Drawing Socials: every Sun., 6-9 p.m. $5 GA, $2 student. • “Users” Russ Noto: Sept. 6-28.
Artspace Gallery (221 Center St., Bloomsburg, 570.784.0737, artspacebloomsburg.com) Gallery Hours: Thurs.-Sat., noon-8 p.m., Sun., noon-5 p.m., or by appointment. • “Natural Layers:” through Sept. 30. • “Handiwork and Play:” Oct. 4-Nov. 10, ceramics and paintings of Deb and Dave Stabley. ARTSPACE Gallery (18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg, 570.476.4460, artspacegallery.net) Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat-Sun, noon-4 p.m. • “Brodhead Creek - Autumn” by Will Daskal: Featured throughout Oct. Opening reception Oct. 6, 1-4 p.m. • “Falls on Tobyhanna Creek” by Gary Kresge: Featured throughout Oct. Opening reception Oct. 6, 5-8 p.m. ArtWorks Gallery (502 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 570.207.1815, artworksnepa.com) Gallery hours: Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., noon-3 p.m., or by appointment. • “Riverworks III” Lackawanna River Corridor Association, Celebrating 25 Years: Sept. 6-29. Theme is the river and its watershed. Info: lrca.org • “Robert Stark Retrospective:” Oct. 5-27. Opening reception First Friday, Oct. 5, 6-9 p.m. Camerawork Gallery (Downstairs in the Marquis Gallery, Laundry Building, 515 Center St., Scranton, 570.510.5028. www.cameraworkgallery.org, rross233@aol.com) Gallery hours Mon.Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Accepting submissions for new shows during 2012-2013. Photography only; all photographic methods consid-
Hope Horn Gallery (Hyland Hall, University of Scranton, 570.941.4214) Gallery Hours: Sun.-Fri., noon-4 p.m.; Wed., 6-8 p.m. • “The Lackawanna Iron Furnaces of Scranton, Pennsylvania: History, Art, Heritage:” Sept. 7-Nov. 6. Luzerne County Historical Society Museum (69 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.6244, lchs@epix.net) • “The Wonderful Story of Planters Peanuts:” through Oct. 27. Mahady Gallery (Marywood University, 570.348.6211 x 2428, marywood.edu/galleries.) Gallery hours: Mon., Thurs.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 1-4 p.m. • 4 x 8 Landscapes: Furniture by Paul Ludick: through Oct. 14. Marquis Art and Frame (515 Center St., Scranton, 570.344.3313) • “En Passant:” Oct. 5-30. Works by Lisa Hinkle. Opening reception First Friday, Oct. 5, 6-8:30 p.m. Marquis Art & Frame (122 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.0518) Gallery hours Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. • “Something Just a Bit Different:” Sept. 21-Nov. 3. Show will feature Brad Earl and Karen Poels. New Visions Studio & Gallery (201 Vine St., Scranton, www.newvisionstudio.com, 570.878.3970) Gallery hours: Tues.-Sun., noon-6 p.m. and by appointment. • Selected: Keystone Alumni Group Exhibit: Sept. 7-29. 3-D sculpture, drawings, paintings, photographs, more by Sean Costello, Matt Mroz, Alex Seeley, Erica Simon, Sara Snodgrass, Michael Swanson. • “Nightmare on Vine Street II” horror-themed exhibit: Oct. 5-27. Featured artists Tom Gates, Ashley Gries, Jay Salerno, Adam Weitzenkorn. Opening reception First Friday Oct. 5, 6-10 p.m., Halloween-inspired refreshments, meet and greet with artists, acoustic perform-
Schulman Gallery (2nd floor of LCCC Campus Center, 1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke, www.luzerne.edu/schulmangallery, 570.740.0727) Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Photography Exhibit: through Oct. 11 Sordoni Art Gallery at Wilkes University (150 S. River St., Stark Learning Center, 570.408.4325) Gallery hours: Tues.-Sun., noon-4:30 p.m. • “Rosalyn Richards: Recent Works:” through Oct. 21. Large-format graphite, ink drawings, etchings. STAR Gallery at the Mall at Steamtown (570.969.2537/343.3048) • “Flexi-Visions Art,” photography and oil paintings, with Thomas Gavern and Mildred Williams: through Sept. 30. • “Survivor’s Speak Out Masks,” artists from Women Resources Center: Oct. 5-30. First Friday opening reception Oct. 5, 6-9 p.m., music and refreshments. Suraci Gallery (Marywood University, 570.348.6211 x 2428, marywood.edu/galleries.) Gallery hours: Mon., Thurs.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 1-4 p.m. • 9x9x3: New Visions-Textile Study Group of New York: through Oct. 14. The Vintage Theater (326 Spruce St., Scranton, info@scrantonsvintagetheater.com) • Various pieces from Heidi Van Lueven & Jenna Casaldi: Sept. 7-30. • Steampunk Exhibit: Oct. 5-31. Various media on shown dedicated to steampunk. Opening reception Oct. 5, 6-10 p.m., includes light fare, drink and live music. • “Rock, Paper, Scissor:” Nov. 2-29, opening reception Nov. 2, includes light fare, drink and live music. T.W. Shoemaker Gallery (312 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming) • “One Year Later: A Retrospective Look at the Flood of the Susquehanna River in West Pittston, Penna.:” Sept. 8-Oct. 27. Info: facebook.com/twshoemakerart, jamie@jamiesmith.com. Widmann Gallery (Located in King’s College’s Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center between North Franklin and North Main Streets, Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.5900, ext. 5328) Gallery hours: Mon. through Fri. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. • “Anthracite Miners and Their Hollowed Ground:” through Sept. 28. 300 hexagon-shaped historical illustrations of mining in NEPA by local artist Sue Hand.
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Pittston Memorial Library (47 Broad St., 570.654.9565, pitmemlib@comcast.net) • Story Time: Toddlers Tues., 10 a.m. or Wed., 1:30 p.m.; Preschool Tues., 1:30 p.m. or Wed., 10 a.m. • Crochet Club: Tues., 10 a.m., Thurs., 6 p.m. New members welcome. • Lego Club: Meets Mondays, 4 p.m. Wait list only, call. • Adult Baked Goods & Book Club: Oct. 1, 6 p.m. New members welcome. • Page Turners Kids Book Club: 1st Thurs. every month starting Oct. 4. Grades 3-5. • Kids Science Club: 1st Sat. every month, starting Oct. 6, 10 a.m. Grades 2-5. Call/email to register. • Craftastic Kids Craft Club: 3rd Sat. every month, starting Oct. 20, 10 a.m. Grades 2-5. Call/email to register.
Fiorelli Family Catering (1501 Main St., Peckville, 570.489.6777) • Vision, Verses and Voices: Sept. 30, 1-4 p.m. $25. Fine art, sculpture, music, theatrical performances, silent auction, raffles, light fare, cash bar, by GeisingerCommunity Medical Center Auxiliary. Info: 570.969.7163.
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Clowns occupying the Maze of Terror at Circle of Screams include, from left, Helen Locker of Scranton, Cara Anzulewicz of Scranton, Scotty Rassmusson of Moosic, and Vincent Misuraca of Mount Pocono. (Photo by Amanda Dittmar)
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Circle of Screams, NEPA’s newest haunted attraction, in full swing By Christopher J. Hughes Weekender Editor
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wen Delfino worried that her husband, Mike, had taken things
too far. “She said to me, ‘Mike, you’re going to scare everybody,’” the 91-year-old said with a laugh Friday night during the opening of the Circle of Screams attraction at the Circle Drive-In Theater (1911 Scranton Carbondale Highway, Dickson City). Mr. Delfino, the owner of the Circle Drive-In since 1963, hopes to leave more than a
few patrons shaking in their boots with the opening of northeastern Pennsylvania’s newest haunt. Circle of Screams features four attractions for the single admission price of $25 per person. The half-mile Hayride of Torture which picks up riders at the concession stand, the 3-D Carnival of Fear with eye-popping paintings, and the fog-filled Maze of Torment dot the grounds that the drive-in sits on. The Circle will also feature B-rated and popular horror movies on its screen
– the largest of its kind in Pennsylvania. So what possesses a 91-year-old to build a haunted attraction? “When we went down to Lancaster, we were hooked,” Mr. Delfino said, recalling a trip last year to the top rated Field of Screams that inspired his new project. “We have all of the facilities here… This is what keeps you young, when you have something to do all of the time.” The Carbondale resident flashes the smile of a younger man when he talks about his decades-long operation in Dickson City, including the introduction of weekend flea
markets in 1975. “My wife (Gwen) and I and my nephew, we enjoy it very much. It’s quite an adventure. I think this is going to be one of the biggest things in Lackawanna County before it’s over with,” he said of the new venture. That dynamic spirit is what helped foster a friendship and business partnership between Mr. Delfino and Dave Castelli, 53, of Peckville, over the last several years. Castelli was the former owner of the Endless Mountains Theater on Route 6 in Dickson City. “We used to do a lot of this kind of crazy stuff… I love the showmanship of this. When I ran the theater, we did ‘Rocky
Horror Picture Show’ and we had Spider-Man on the roof. When we showed ‘Snakes on a Plane,’ I threw rubber snakes out of the projector room windows,” he recalled. Castelli, who called himself Mr. Delfino’s manager, strolled the grounds of the drive-in Friday night just ahead of its 6 p.m. opening. “It’s going to be kind of casual for the first night,” he told some of the nearly 30 seasonal employees gathered as he was dressed in a black polo with matching suit jacket, blue jeans, and black dress shoes. He, too, flashed a devilish grin when talking about coming attractions for this year, which may include a Headless Horseman riding between events and a zombie horde emerging from the woods behind the drive-in movie screen. Some of Circle of Scream’s features aren’t for everyone, though – including some of its own employees. Jessup resident Brittney Mecca, 17, said she’s steering clear of the Carnival of Fear after reading
brother-in-law and I do this for Halloween. We sit on his porch, dressed up, and we scare people. I also had several years experience doing this in Throop when they had their civic center.” That infectious, jump-outof-your-skin fun will be shared
with willing participants from 6 to 11 p.m., Friday to Sunday through Nov. 4, with additional hours on Halloween, Wednesday, Oct. 31. For details, visit circleofscreams.com or call 570.489.5731. W
This year’s Halloween-themed haunts aren’t limited to Dickson City: Brokenharts Asylum
(Luzerne County Fairgrounds, Route 118, Dallas): screamindemonshaunts.com, 570.760.8027 Fri. and Sat., 7 p.m.-midnight; Sun., 7-11 p.m. Tickets: $10, immediate re-ride for $5 more.
Dracula’s Forest
(2828 Rock Dr., Clarks Summit): draculasforest.com, 570.586.5084 Fri.-Sun., through Oct. Tickets available at 6 p.m. in Sept., 6:30 p.m. in Oct. Haunted hay ride, $15 for adults, $7 for kids 10 and under; Shockwalk, $7; Little Screamers, Sundays, 1 to 5 p.m., $7.
Fear Hollow and Spooky Hollow
(1600 Church Rd., Mountain Top): fearhollow.com, 570.261.0333 Fri. and Sat., dark-midnight; Sun., dark-10 p.m., through Oct. 28. Tickets: $10 for Fear Hollow, $5 for children’s admission to Spooky Hollow.
Gravestone Manor
(1095 Highway 315, Plains): unitedwaywb.org/ gravestonemanor/terror.htm, 570.821.6500 Fri. and Sat., 7-11 p.m.; Sun., 7-9:30 p.m., through Oct. 28. Tickets: $10.
Haunted Lantern Tours
(1433 N. Main Ave., Scranton): scrantonghosttours.com, 570.383.1821 Daily, 7 p.m., reservations required. Secret time/ meeting place divulged upon reservation. Rain or shine, year-round. Daytime walks also available on limited basis. Private tours can be arranged for groups. Tickets: $20 for adults, $15 for children 11 and under.
Horror Hall
(11 E. Poplar St., Nanticoke): horrorhall.com | 570.735.7899 Fri. and Sat., 6 p.m.midnight; Sun., 6-10 p.m., through October. Admission: $12.50; fast pass, $17.50.
Reaper’s Revenge
(456 Swika Ln., Scott Township): reapersrevenge. net, 570.253-GRIM Fri. and Sat., 6-11 p.m.; Sun. and Nov. 2-3, 6-10 p.m., through Nov. 3. Tickets: $25.
Trails of Terror Haunted Walk
(West Wyoming Hose Co., 926 Shoemaker Ave., West Wyoming): 570.760.3489 Fri. and Sat., dusk-11 p.m.; Sun., dusk-10 p.m., through Oct. 28. Tickets: $5.
Did we miss your event? Send details to weekender@ theweekender.com with “NEPA Halloween” in the subject line to be added to our event listings.
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TOP: Jessica Huegel, left, attempts to keep Karley Owens underground. CENTER: The Carnival of Fear features outrageous 3-D paintings. BOTTOM: Which one’s real? Scarecrow Korri Hill of Dickson City hides along the Hayride of Torture. (Photo by Amanda Dittmar)
(Eckley Miners’ Village, 2 Eckley Main St., Weatherly): eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com, 570.636.2070 Oct. 12-13, rain date Oct. 14; Oct. 19-20, rain date Oct. 21, Oct. 26-27, rain date Oct. 28. Doors 6 p.m., first tour at 6:30 p.m., last tour 9 p.m. Tickets: $10 for adults 13+, $5 for ages 6-12.
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Stephen King’s “It” in the seventh grade, which featured the titular character often posing as a clown, but she wouldn’t miss the chance to be strung up as a scarecrow along the hayride. “I always loved going to these things as a kid,” she recalled. Joseph Booths, 21, of Carbondale, said the actors that scared him as a kid give him a lot to live up to. “It gave me a good rush every time,” Booths recalled while wearing his toxically transformed junkyard murderer costume. Throop resident Keith Langan, 42, was ready to fire up his chainsaw along the haunted hayride, but it certainly wasn’t his first time spooking others. “I’ve been scaring people for years,” he said. “My
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blessed with a plethora of new, original songs, but I’m always learning new songs – some of them familiar and some obscure,” he said. Although Williams is a staple at mostly every festival in the country, the more intimate shows are a favorite of his, as he gets to have more interaction with his fans and give a little bit of history about the rooms he plays in. “I’m really elated to play a bunch of super cool old theaters like the Sherman,” he said.” Hearing old stories of how you walk out on the stage (at the Sherman) and it dips down in the middle. Many, many years ago, one of the first shows at the Sherman was like a circus and they walked these elephants out on the stage and that’s kind of where the stage gets its little dip. “Playing places like that is really where it’s at for me. The folks in Stroudsburg have always been really awesome towards me and my show. I’m really excited to come back.” W Keller Williams, Fri., Sept. 28, 9 p.m., Sherman Theater (524 Main St., Stroudsburg). $28. 570.420.2808, shermantheater.com.
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Plenty of highlights to pick from Farm Aid R E V I E W
By Ryan O’Malley
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“I’m a farmer…” were the words Max Yasgur said before thunderous applause erupted from a crowd 500,000 strong at the Woodstock Music and Arts Festival in 1969. Since that time, there has been somewhat of a subliminal appreciation between music fans and the hardworking famers in our country. In 1985 - after a loose suggestion from Bob Dylan at Live Aid Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp began organizing a yearly benefit for small town farmers throughout the nation known simply as Farm Aid. Since its inception, Farm Aid has focused on assisting farmers with the rising day-today costs of running one of the oldest professions in our country. With three top-level musicians as board members, the formula was easy: bring in some wellknown musical friends for a day-long concert and spread the word. While Farm Aid picks a new city for each concert, the organizers chose Hershey as the host site for this year’s event on Saturday, Sept. 22. Keeping with tradition, the annual press conference with Nelson, Young, Mellencamp, Dave Matthews (board member since 2001), Jack Johnson, and farmers from Hershey was held prior to the show. During their speeches, all four board members talked about how easy it was to pick Hershey, putting emphasis on the area’s dairy farming, but they also spoke of the hardships the government has been imposing on farmers (notably, Young reading a letter he received from a local farmer known only as “Joe”.) After the conference, music started almost immediately with Young’s wife, Pegi taking the
stage for a brief set, which was followed by jam band Animal Liberation Orchestra. In between acts, video montages were shown featuring past Farm Aid highlights and touting all of the locally-grown food available for purchase at the Homegrown Village, which prominently showcased the Hershey area. Following a short set by Nelson’s son, Lukas, and his band, The Promise of the Real, the soulful Grace Potter and the Nocturnals delivered one of the best sets of the day, which saw the naturally-elegant Potter play guitar, organ, and singing two duets with the elder Nelson, who received a standing ovation when he took the stage. For country fans, the “big names” came out next with superstar Kenny Chesney, who played a 45-minute set full of hits including “It’s Five O’clock Somewhere.” In what has become a rare setting, Dave Matthews took the stage with long-time friend and bandmate Tim Reynolds who put in a solid, hour-long acoustic set beginning with a Matthews song that Nelson has covered, “Grave Digger.” Throughout songs like “Funny the Way It Is,” “Dancing Nancies,” and “Don’t Drink the Water,” it was hard to not be impressed by what Reynolds can do with just an acoustic guitar. Matthews and Reynolds ended with the Matthews solo cut “Some Devil,” before turning the stage over to Mellencamp. Though hoarse-voiced, Mellencamp put in a pleasing set of hits including “The Authority Song,” “Pink Houses,” and “Small Town.” Suspiciously, “Jack and Diane” was nowhere to be found. After mostly acoustic music, it was a blessing for rock fans when Neil Young and Crazy Horse took the stage to deliver an hour of loud riffs beginning with “Love and Only Love.” Scorching solos were prevalent courtesy of Young and guitarist Frank
Farm Aid board members, from left, Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young, and Dave Matthews conduct the event’s annual press conference prior to the Sept. 22 show in Hershey, Pa. (Ryan O’Malley photos) “Poncho” Sampedro on cuts like “Homegrown,” Buffalo Springfield’s “Mr. Soul,” and the set closing “Like a Hurricane.” Coming on nearly an hour late, and 15 minutes after curfew, Willie Nelson and Family dove into a short but sweet set which featured a small four-piece backing band with Lukas on guitar and vocals. After nearly 12 hours promoting the event and chatting with farmers, Nelson had remarkable energy on songs like “On The Road Again,” “Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys,” and “Crazy,” which he wrote for Patsy Cline. Wrapping up around midnight, Nelson ended the night with the appropriate “Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I’m Gone.” In the 27 years since it started, Farm Aid has donated millions of dollars to the farming community in hopes of helping to maintain one of the most relied upon jobs in the country. With dozens of top-notch acts taking part in the concerts and millions of farmers grateful for what Farm Aid does for them, it’s easy to see that Nelson, Young, Mellencamp, and Matthews are on the right track. W
Grace Potter and the Nocturnals delivered arguably the best set of the day.
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ALICE C. WILTSIE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 700 N. Wyoming St., Hazleton 570.861.0510 www.wiltsiecenter.org - Art Garfunkel: Oct. 6, $37$62 - “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish, & I’m in Therapy”: Oct. 13, $15-$26 - The Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley: Nov. 4, $27-$52 - Bret Michaels: Nov. 17, $45$72 COVE HAVEN ENTERTAINMENT RESORTS 1.877.800.5380 www.CPResorts.com - Chef Brian Duffy: Oct. 5-6, Oct. 19-20 - Justin Willman: Nov. 18
CULTURE SHOCK - Oct. 6, noon-10 p.m., Nay Aug Park, Scranton, free. Featuring Aayu / Lila Ignite / Nelson / STA / B. Funk / Terror on the Screen / Silhouette Lies and acoustic artists F.M. KIRBY CENTER 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre Phone: 570.826.1100 - Doo Wop “Plus”: Sept. 28, 7 p.m., $29.50-$49.50 - Celtic Thunder: Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m., $65-$75 - Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic presents “Disney in Concert:” Oct. 13, 7 p.m. $29-60. - Primus 3-D: Oct. 16, 8 p.m., $42.10-$52.85 - Jackson Browne / Sara Watkins: Oct. 18, 8 p.m., $39-$66 - Hal Holbrook: Oct. 20, 8 p.m., $45-$55 - Australian Pink Floyd Show, Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m., $27-$43 - Straight No Chaser: Oct. 27, 8 p.m., $36.45-$46.70 MAUCH CHUNK OPERA HOUSE 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe 570.325.0249 mauchchunkoperahouse.com - The Fishtank Ensemble: Sept. 27, 8 p.m., $15 - Ted Vigil’s Tribute to John Denver Tribute: Sept. 29, 8 p.m., $25 - Pianist Dr. George Fiore: Oct. 5, $15 - The Battlefield Band: Oct. 6, $15 - Donna The Buffalo: Oct. 12,
$25 - Ryan Shupe and the Rubberband: Oct. 13, 8 p.m., $24 - Jonathan Edwards / Michael Martin Murphey: Oct 19, 8 p.m., $34 - Simon and Garfunkel Retrospective: Oct. 20, 8 p.m., $24 - Swearingen & Kelli: Oct. 21, 6 p.m., $12 - The Badlees: Oct. 26, 8:30 p.m., $17 MOHEGAN SUN ARENA 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Twp. - Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: Barnum Bash: Nov. 1-4, TIMES VARY, $33.85-$93.75 - Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Nov. 25, 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., $38-$58 MOUNT AIRY CASINO RESORT 44 Woodland Rd., Mount Pocono Phone: 877.682.4791 www.mountairycasino.com - Michael Feinstein: Oct. 6, 8 p.m., $30-$40 - Total Soul: Oct. 12, 8 p.m.; Oct. 22, 2 p.m.; Nov. 16 and 30, 8 p.m., $20 - Stylistics: Oct. 20, 8 p.m., $30-$40 NEW VISIONS STUDIO & GALLERY 201 Vine St., Scranton 570.878.3970 - Kite Party / Three Man Cannon / Wicca Phase / Halfling: Sept. 29, 8 p.m., $7. PENN’S PEAK 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe 866.605.7325 or visit pennspeak.com. - Rubix Kube: Sept. 28, 9 p.m., $28 - Herman’s Hermits / Peter Noone: Oct. 5, 8 p.m., $27-$42 - Paul Revere and the Raiders: Oct. 26, 8 p.m., $27-$42 RIVER STREET JAZZ CAFE 667 N. River St., Plains Phone: 570.822.2992 - Alan Evans Trio / XVSK: Sept. 26, 9 p.m., $12-$18 - Brothers Past: Sept. 27, 8 p.m., $10-$15 - The Ends of the Earth: Sept. 28, 8 p.m., $5 - The Woody Browns Project /
Muppet: Sept. 29, 8 p.m., $5-$8 - Benefit for Suzuki School of Strings (with Preach Freedom / Tommy Guns and more): Sept. 30, 6 p.m., $10 - Mother Nature’s Sons: Oct. 5, 8 p.m., $5 - Yellow Dubmarine (Beatles reggae tribute): Oct. 6, 8 p.m., $5 - George Wesley Small Ax Orchestra: Oct. 11, 8 p.m., $5 - Ol’ Cabbage / Mystery Fyre: Oct. 12, 8 p.m., $5. - Flux Capacitor: Oct. 18, 9 p.m., $5 - John K Band: Oct. 20, 8 p.m., $12 SCRANTON COMMUNITY CONCERTS Mellow Theater, 501 Vine St. Scranton Phone: 570.955.1455, lackawanna.edu, etix.com Prices vary, student and group rates available - Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks: Oct. 19, 8 p.m., $20-$30, $15 students SCRANTON CULTURAL CENTER 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton Phone: 888.669.8966 - NEPA Philharmonic: Sept. 14, 8 p.m., $65 - Listen Local featuring Aayu: Oct. 5, 8 p.m., $10 - “Resurrection:” A Rock Opera starring The Glass Prism: Oct. 7, $31.35 - Disney in Concert with NEPA Philharmonic: Oct. 14, 2 p.m., $34-$65 - Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic presents “Disney in Concert:” Oct. 14, 2 p.m. $29-60. SHERMAN THEATER 524 Main St., Stroudsburg Phone: 570.420.2808, www.shermantheater.com - Keller Williams: Sept. 28, 9 p.m., $20 advance, $22 day of - Medeski, Martin & Wood: Oct. 11, 8 p.m., $25-$32 - Barstool Blackout F*ckin Foam: Oct. 12, 10 p.m., $30 - Trey Anastasio Band: Oct. 22, 7:30 p.m., $39.50 - The Maine / Mayday Parade: Oct. 23, 7 p.m., $17-$20 VINTAGE THEATER 326 Spruce St., Scranton info@scrantonsvintagetheater.com - Deep Squad: Oct. 6 - Aayu / The Van Allen Belt: Oct. 12 - Masquerade Dance Party ft. The Great Party / Shayfer James: Oct. 26, all-ages
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ELECTRIC FACTORY 3421 Willow St., Philadelphia Phone: 215.LOVE.222 - Down / Pentagram / War Beast / Haarp: Sept. 26, 8 p.m. - The Afghan Whigs / School of Seven Bells: Sept. 27, 8:30 p.m. - Minus the Bear / Cursive / Caspian: Sept. 28, 8:30 p.m. - Two Door Cinema Club / Friends / Guards: Sept. 29, 8 p.m. - Alabama Shakes / Fly Golden Eagle / Riley Downing: Oct. 1, 8 p.m. - Crystal Castles / Health: Oct. 2, 8 p.m. - The Walkmen / The War on Drugs / Light Heat: Oct. 6, 8:30 p.m. - Matt & Kim / Oberhofer: Oct. 7, 8 p.m. THE FILLMORE AT THE TLA 334 South St., Philadelphia Phone: 215.922.1011 - Mr. Muthaf**king Exquire / Theodore Grams: Sept. 26, 7 p.m. - Miguel: Sept. 27, 9:30 p.m. - Lebowski Fest: Sept. 28, 7 p.m. - Ground Up / Mazon / The Lawsuits / Guy Harrison: Sept. 29, 8 p.m. - Switchfoot: Oct. 2, 7 p.m. - Foam N’ Glow: Oct. 4, 8:30 p.m. - Elle Varner / Ryan Leslie: Oct. 5, 8 p.m. - Blue October / Empires / Stars in Stereo: Oct. 6, 7 p.m. - Iration / The Expendables w/ Cisco Adler: Oct. 7, 6 p.m. - Emeli Sande: Oct. 9, 7 p.m. KESWICK THEATER Easton Road-Keswick Ave, Glenside, Pa.
Phone: 215.572.7650 - Wynonna Judd / The Big Noise: Sept. 28, 8 p.m. - The Fab Faux (Beatles tribute): Sept. 29, 8 p.m. - Los Lobos / Amy Helm: Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m. - Medeski, Martin & Wood: Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m. - ZZ Top: Oct. 5, 8 p.m. - Clannad: Oct. 6, 8 p.m. - Mint Condition: Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m. MANN CENTER 52nd and Parkside, Philadelphia Phone: 215.893.1999 - Animal Collective: Oct. 3, 6 p.m. - The Disco Biscuits: Oct 5-6, 3 p.m.
TOWER THEATER 69th and Ludlow Sts. Upper Darby Phone: 610.352.2887 - David Byrne / St. Vincent: Sept. 27, 8 p.m. - Gotye / Missy Higgins / Jonti: Sept. 29, 8 p.m. - Ben Folds Five: Oct. 7, 8 p.m. - Dispatch: Oct. 9, 8 p.m. TROCADERO 10th & Arch St, Philadelphia Phone: 215.336.2000 - Morbid Angel / Dark Funeral / Grave: Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m. - Hoodie Allen / G-Eazy: Sept. 30, 8 p.m. - Jovanotti: Oct. 2, 8 p.m. - Adam Ant: Oct. 5, 8 p.m. - Sean Paul: Oct. 6, 9 p.m.
oring the late Levon Helm: Oct. 3, 8 p.m. - Justin Bieber: Nov. 9, 7 p.m. MADISON SQUARE GARDEN 7th Ave., New York, NY Phone: 212.465.MSG1 - Madonna: Nov. 12-13, 8 p.m. - Zac Brown Band: Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.
WELLS FARGO CENTER Broad St., Philadelphia Phone: 215.336.3600 - Barbra Streisand / Chris Botti / Il Volo: Oct. 8, 8 p.m. - Rush: Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m.
RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL 1260 Ave. of the Americas, NY, NY Phone: 212.307.717 - Avicii: Sept. 26-27, 8 p.m. - Prince Royce: Sept. 28, 8 p.m.
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BRYCE JORDAN CENTER Penn State University, State College, Pa. Phone: 814.865.5555 - Tiesto: Oct. 8, 7 p.m. - Zac Brown Band: Oct. 10, 7 p.m.
ROSELAND BALLROOM 239 52nd Street, New York, NY. Phone: 212.777.6800 - A$AP Rocky, A$AP Mob, more: Sept. 27, 7 p.m. - Crystal Castles: Oct. 3, 8 p.m.
Floating in space Floating Action, pictured, will perform at The Bog (341 Adams Ave., Scranton) on Saturday Sept. 29 at 9:30 p.m. The band is supporting its latest album, ‘Fake Blood,’ which was released this summer on My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James’ REMOVADOR Recordings and Solutions label. Local artist Pat Finnerty (Okay Paddy, And The Moneynotes) will open the show. There will be a $5 cover at the door.
CROCODILE ROCK 520 Hamilton St, Allentown Phone: 610.434.460 - Melvins: Sept. 27, 7 p.m. - Kit Fysto: Sept. 29, 8 p.m. - Waka Flocka Flame / Wooh Da Kid / Reema Major: Oct. 7, 7 p.m.
Phone: 610.758.6611 - Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Bash: Oct. 25-28, TIMES VARY
GIANT CENTER 950 Hersheypark Dr., Hershey Phone: 717.534.3911 - Brad Paisley / The Band Perry / Scotty McCreery: Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m. - tobyMac: Dec. 9, 7 p.m.
WHITAKER CENTER 222 Market St., Harrisburg Phone: 717.214.ARTS - Indigo Girls: Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m. - Ingrid Michaelson: Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m.
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SANDS BETHLEHEM 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem - Celtic Thunder: Oct. 5, 7:30 p.m. - Larry The Cable Guy: Oct. 6, 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. - Tiesto: Oct. 7, 8 p.m. - Engelbert Humperdinck: Oct. 10, 7 p.m.
BEACON THEATER 2124 Broadway, New York, NY. Phone: 212.496.7070 - Celtic Thunder: Sept. 29, 2:30 & 8 p.m. - Heart / Alejandro Escovedo and the Sensitive Boys: Oct. 3, 8 p.m. - Jerry Seinfeld: Oct. 4, 8 p.m. - Ian Anderson: Oct. 5, 8 p.m. - The Fab Faux (Beatles tribute): Oct. 6, 8 p.m.
STABLER ARENA Lehigh University, Bethlehem
- Johnny Hallyday: Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m. BETHEL WOODS CENTER Bethel NY www.bethelwoodscenter.org - Steve Earle / Allison Moorer: Sept. 29, 8 p.m. - Medeski, Martin & Wood: Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m. BROOME COUNTY ARENA 1 Stuart Street, Binghamton, NY Phone: 670.778.6626 - Celtic Thunder: Oct. 11, 7:30 p.m. - Alan Jackson: Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m. HAMMERSTEIN BALLROOM 311 W. 34th St, New York, NY. Phone: 212.279.7740 - M83: Oct. 2-3, 8 p.m. - Public Image Limited: Oct. 13,
THE FILLMORE AT IRVING PLAZA 17 Irving Place, New York, N.Y. Phone: 212.777.6800 - North Mississippi All Stars / Missing Cats: Sept. 28, 7 p.m. - First Aid Kit / Dylan Leblanc: Sept. 29, 8 p.m. - Easy Star All-Stars / The Aggrolites / Passafire: Oct. 4, 8 p.m. - Blackberry Smoke / Drivin N’ Cryin: Oct. 5, 7 p.m. - Iration / The Expendables / Cisco Adler & the Pigeons: Oct. 6, 6 p.m. - Waka Flocka Flame / Wooh Da Kid / Reema Major: Oct. 9, 8 p.m.
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- compiled by Christopher J. Hughes, Weekender Editor. Send your listings to weekender@theweekender.com, 90 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa., 18703, or fax to 570.831.7375. Deadline is Mondays at 2 p.m. Expanded listings at theweekender.com.
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Experimental frequencies on 'Centipede Hz' “Centipede Hz” is Animal Collectives’ 9th studio album, following 2009’s “Merriweather Post Pavilion,” which gained popularity through sunny, danceable singles “My Girls” and “Brother Sport.” Animal Collective’s response to the acclaim of their breakthrough album wasn’t to reproduce it with a mainstream follow up or to dive into expected chaotic clamor. The bold place Animal Collective chose to go—the one place they hadn’t taken their genretranscending tunes—is where most bands begin: rock and roll. “Centipede Hz” is an admirably experimental rock album; the
clatter, crunch, blips and buzz of yore are still present alongside live instrumentation and the shared shouts of Avey Tare, Panda Bear, and Deakin’s vocal debut. The album’s current single, “Today’s Supernatural,” opens with Geologist bouncing around the boards, then quickly turns to a hybrid rock anthem with Deakin’s guitar, the clatter and thump of Panda Bear, and Avey Tare’s shouts to “let-let-let-let-let-letlet-let-let-let GO!” That said, this album most likely won’t be filed under the rock section in the record store.
Firewater ‘International Orange!’ Rating: W W W
World punk punch on new Firewater When Bob Dylan sang, “The Times They Are A-Changin’,” he couldn’t have possibly gauged the influence of his musical idealism. Dylan’s spirit breathes within the experimental “world-punk” volatility of Firewater – a healthy questioning of the answers with a flair for poetic justice, making for a fascinating genredamned listen.
“Centipede Hz” crawls forward on hundreds of pounding little beats, dreamy looped vocals, and a tinge of psychedelic moon jams. Lyrically, it reflects the reunion of the four in their native Baltimore. The opening lines of “Moonjock” strike chords with the typical American family vacation: “In our covered wagon times when dad he had his captain eyes/ we’d get the steel horse moving on the straights and lines of 95.” Hz, or hertz, measure musical frequency. “Moonjock” gives the vibe of a centipede navigating the frequencies of so many decades of experimental music. From the layered genres and thoughtful arrangement to the lyrics’ poetic approach, “Centipede Hz” forges a new path away from the nowheavily trodden genre of experimental electronica into a new breed of hybrid Americana rock.
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- Kait Burrier, Weekender correspondent
Firewater is the brainchild of vocalist/ songwriter Tod A, a guy that’s intent on making this world smaller through his music – he’s intent on making us all aware of the larger planet that’s outside our door. There are traces of everything from the frenetic ska of Madness, the mid-tempo Jamaican reggae of Peter Tosh, to Johnny Rotten’s cynical veneer on “International Orange!” Most notably, the use of Middle Eastern instrumentation like the Israeli darbuka and Turkish zurna, shade Tod A’s angst and geo-political disdain with truly world-aware provocation. “A Little Revolution” cuts to the bone of current world financial insecurity with pointed desperation (“got no job / got no cash / I’m going nowhere / I’m going fast”) over a mambo-rock mashup. “Glitter Days” is part brooding Brit-pop, part percussive Bollywood excess, laced with more quality-of-life outrage (“the future we’re looking for is still so far out of reach”). The restless lounge-lizard vibe of “Feeling No Pain” reads like a diary of Tod A’s globe-trotting life, his philosophies spewing like an everyman’s campaign decree. At once savvy, iron-willed, and hopelessly bleak, “International Orange!” is the sound of a world screaming for human relevance. In contemporary music there’s not much that can truly be called unique. Within five minutes of listening, you’ll be hooked on some sounds you never thought you’d hear from a punkW rock disciple. - Mark Uricheck, Weekender Correspondent
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Deadmau5 ‘album title goes here’ Rating: W W
Deadmau5 doles out lackluster EDM Deadmau5’s new anti-titled electronic dance music album, “ album title goes here ,” is a lot of things. It’s a thumping dance tapestry. It’s pockmarked with features from the likes of Cypress Hill and Imogen Heap. And it also underscores Deadmau5’ global reach and feel. It just isn’t very good. The album from the Mickey Mouse
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mask-wearing electronic dance music vet pushes no boundaries that weren’t already pushed 10 years ago. From Joel Zimmerman, better known to his considerable fan base as Deadmau5, the lack of creativity is a sin. There are scores of EDM specialists crafting new approaches these days, from Grammy-winning Skrillex to live beatmaker AraabMuzik to up-and-comers like HeRobust. Amid their inventive progressions, Deadmau5’ latest album feels a tad old and dusty. “Superliminal” is all buildup and very little payoff. You’ll be left waiting minutes for the drop, and perhaps scanning forward to the next track in hopes of getting the pulse racing. Good luck. “Closer” cleverly borrows the five-note sequence used by scientists to talk to alien visitors in “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” It blends well into this breezy track as synth stabs bounce around in the background. “Fn Pig” is one of the few tracks on board with some sizzle. It’s an eightminute track that teases you for the first two before any semblance of a proper beat emerges. But once it gets going the bass line grabs you by the shoulders and refuses to let go. It’s an addictive, repeatworthy track. But mostly, we find Deadmau5 longing for some sort of house music yesteryear. On “Maths,” the corny digital samples feel extremely dated and required a much smarter approach than this. W - Ron Harris, Associated Press
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four months. He expects to continue for another year or two before earning his spot as a full member. Once he’s in, he’ll be awarded a PADM back patch to be worn as a sign of allegiance. Once that happens, he’ll also have to pay membership dues. Though Bloodcurse declined to reveal the cost or frequency of those dues, he did acknowledge that such funds help pay for club activities like the upcoming Fall Bash. “If this does well, we’d like to make it an annual thing,” Bloodcurse added. While outsiders might view the PADM as intimidating or elitist, both Bloodcurse and Allen stress that looks can be deceiving. “All we’re trying to do is support the metal community and local underground music,” Allen said. “The thing that appealed to me about the PADM is the camaraderie of it, the brotherhood. Everyone helps each other out. If someone in the club needs something, somebody else will make sure they don’t go without. W “We’re like a family.” NYDM/PA Fall Upstate Bash, Sat., Sept. 29, 7 p.m., Diane’s Deli & Internet Cafe (206 S. Main St., Pittston). $6 at door. 18+. Info: 570.602.5200, facebook.com/PADMUpstate
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A guy who goes by the stagename “Oz Bloodcurse” should not be this soft-spoken. He cuts an imposing figure, at first. As frontman for WilkesBarre death-metal band Neldöreth, it’s not uncommon to find the hulking Bloodcurse dressed all in black, growling into a microphone while covered in blood. Catch him offstage, however, and he’s about as easygoing and unassuming as a person could be. “Us metal heads, you know, we’re all devil-worshipers who sacrifice virgins on the weekends,” Bloodcurse quipped, good-naturedly lampooning the misconceptions he feels people have about him. “Really, most metal-heads are laidback, respectful people, a few bad seeds aside. Every group has some bad seeds, though.” On Saturday, Sept. 29, Neldöreth will play at Diane’s Deli & Internet Café in Pittston, as part of the first ever NYDM/PA Upstate Fall Bash, which, despite the name, is indeed open to the public. Other bands on the bill include Wilkes-Barre’s Ethereal Collapse, Kingston’s Mortuary, Scranton’s Our Ashes Remain and Sapremia, from New Jersey. In addition to fronting Neldöreth, Bloodcurse also serves as president for the upstate chapter of the heavy-metal club known as
the PADM – or Pennsylvania Death Militia – itself an offshoot of the New York Death Militia. Founded on New Year’s Day 2012, PADM Upstate is young but growing. “We have about 15 members total,” Bloodcurse explained. “In the whole of PADM, there are about 25 to 30 members. Pennsylvania has just two chapters right now - upstate and just general PA. There aren’t enough members in other areas to have full chapters, but in the future we’d like to have more.” When asked why he thinks the upstate area has a strong enough concentration of metal heads to start its own chapter, Bloodcurse opined that the enthusiasm might be a reactionary response to an otherwise dwindling scene. “It’s fading, for sure,” Shawn Allen, of Frackville, said. “That’s why the PADM is there, to help keep it going. With the popularity of rap and pop, our music’s been pushed out of the limelight. If you don’t seek it out, there’s no way to find it.” Allen, who also makes independent horror movies under the name “Shawn Goremonger,” is a “prospect” in PADM Upstate. Organized in the manner of a motorcycle club, supporters interested in becoming fullfledged members must first prove their commitment to the cause of local metal. Allen has been prospecting for
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Weekender correspondent “What a beautiful theater!,” exclaimed Emmylou Harris, taking in the ornate décor of Scranton’s Mellow Theater on September 19. Emmylou Harris and her Red Dirt Boys stood out beautifully against the gilded griffins, white lilies, and warm lighting of the venue. The Boys—Phil Madeira on accordion, guitar and keys, drummer Bryan Owings, mandolin and fiddler Rickie Simpkins, Will Kimbrough on guitar and banjo, and bassist Chris Donahue—were clad in neutral toned button-downs and dark washed jeans, as Harris, her signature white hair blazing under the stage lights, wore a black boho dress, elegantly shredded leggings, and lace-up boots. The band commanded the stage, kicking off the set with the swelling harmonies of “Here I Am.” Next was “Orphan Girl,” one of the many crowd favorites (“Pancho and Lefty,” “Michaelangelo,” “Born to Run”) that elicited immediate applause from the enthused audience. The 12time Grammy award winner’s fans span generations, from audience members around the age of the 65-year-old singer to a much younger crowd, including the opening band, local bluegrass favorites The Coal Town Rounders. Harris spent her early years collaborating with and covering
Scranton-based bluegrass quartet The Coal Town Rounders opened for Harris last week. the material of other artists. She and the Boys played Merle Haggard’s poignant “Kern River,” complete with weeping cello, aching accordion, and heartrending harmonies followed by a lovely rendition of “Shores of White Sand” by Karen Brooks, who Harris called “a really great singer who never got the attention she deserved.” “It wasn’t a hit for her. It wasn’t a hit for me, either,” she joked. Harris and the Boys also played a song off her first album, a cheery, up-tempo version of the Louvin Brothers’ “If Only I Could Win Your Love.” Harris played two tribute songs off her 2011 album, “Hard Bargain.” In “Darlin’ Kate,” she sang a breathy, beautiful dedication to folk singer Kate McGarrigle. Harris strummed her guitar, accompanied by delicate keys and a gently plucked banjo, as the vocalists rose to a haunting, throaty chorus. She mused, “I always wanted to be the other McGarrigle sis-
ter.” In “The Road,” Harris soulfully recalled her relationship with collaborator and friend, Gram Parsons. “Sometimes there are those people who just change the whole trajectory of your life,” she reflected last Wednesday, which marked the 39th anniversary of Parsons’ death. Harris gave a shout out to “those Coal Town boys,” who played a delightful opening set. The Coal Town Rounders— Christopher Kearney, Jason Zarnowski, Ian O’Hara, and Matthew Hiller—tore through an energetic set of bluegrass favorites and old time country classics. For the encore, Emmylou and the Boys played, “One of These Days.” “We’re gonna close out with one by Mr. Bill Monroe, who really started out this bluegrass business,” the charismatic Harris announced before the band launched into an energetic “Get Up John,” after which the band bowed out to roaring applause. W
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WEEKENDER, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2012
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The relationship here between Mickey (Amy Adams) and Gus (Clint Eastwood) is as predictable as can be.
Perhaps the RNC wasn’t Clint’s first attempt at conversing with inanimate objects.
'The Curve' isn't the only problem here Clint Eastwood cannot revive a political party. And the grumpy old man’s man cannot redeem “Trouble with the Curve,” the new drama that is as uninspired as any baseball-related simile you’d like to use to complete this thought. Wielding his short fuse and bluntness like a club, Eastwood plays Gus Lobel, a longtime scout for the Atlanta Braves whose storied career is in jeopardy. In a game relying more on computers and Moneyball, Gus remains loyal to sight, sound, and instincts. The bad news is his eyesight is fading.
The Braves are ready to dump Gus, but his friend and superior (John Goodman) buys some time. There’s a can’t-miss high school prospect in North Carolina. All Gus has to do is observe the kid and advise the Braves. To make sure he doesn’t miss a move, Pete beseeches Gus’ daughter, Mickey (Amy Adams, in a rare case of bad judgment), to tag along on the road trip. But father and daughter have a fractured relationship. Widowed and confused, he sent her to boarding school at age 13. In response, Mickey has distanced
herself from any type of relationship. She still feels a sense of responsibility to the old coot, so she hits the road for a chance at clearing the air. But since Clint Eastwood plays Gus, Gus can only express his love to people who are dead, or at least out of earshot. Any subtlety that sneaks into the movie is purely by accident. Director Robert Lorenz (a longtime Eastwood colleague) and screenwriter Randy Brown give us every answer—and repeat them several times. Every scene involving Mickey
and Gus follows the same ponderous route: she reaches out to him; he coldly rebuffs her; she storms off. To prove that Mickey is a lonely soul, she’s given an impatient boyfriend and an aspiring broadcaster (Justin Timberlake, who teeters between ingratiating and insufferable) keen on breaking down her defenses. Mickey and Gus’ relationship is purely functional, shining a spotlight on the movie’s paint-bynumbers emotional agenda. What happens between the two is irrelevant as long as the busy businesswoman finds happiness and the gruff old man earns appreciation for his years of wisdom. With Eastwood in the starring role, complaining about the “Interweb” and describing himself as a “broken-down old man,” the film’s sense of entitlement is sickening. Clint Eastwood is not a macho panacea whose presence guarantees leniency. Just like “Gran Torino,” he huffs and puffs here, reeking of wizened authority and
toughness. But the superficiality of the performance reinforces how manipulative and condescending “Trouble with the Curve” is. Clint bests tech-happy corporate monster Matthew Lillard, and tears him a new one. Hooray! Clint eats a meat lover’s pizza for breakfast. Awesome! He drives a Mustang convertible and drinks a beer at his wife’s grave! The film can be saccharine and puerile: Clint’s in it, doing Clint things! The Republican Party’s mistake was trotting out Eastwood at its national convention as a symbol of America’s roll-up-our sleeves, no-nonsense good old days--whenever they were. In “Trouble with the Curve,” I suspect the 82-year-old icon really believes that, which may be more damaging than last W month’s antics in Tampa.
- Read more of Pete’s cinematic musings at whatpeteswatching.blogspot.com, or follow him on Twitter, @PeteCroatto.
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Stuck in an infinite loop...
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agenda
BAZAARS/FESTIVALS
• 4th Annual Kielbasa Smoke Fest Oct. 6, 4-8 p.m., Blakely Hose Company No. 2 (315 Second St., Blakely). Kutsops smoked kielbasa; imported, domestic, specialty beers. Info: blakelyfire.org • Covered Bridge Festival Oct. 4-7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Knoebels Amusement Resort (391 Knoebels Blvd., Elysburg). 350 craft vendors, over 30 food vendors, handmade crafts, art, covered bridge bus tours, antique and classic car show Sunday, more. Free. Info: itourcolumbiamontour.com/ events/covered-bridge-festival • Greek Food Festival Oct. 4-6, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church (32 E. Ross St., Wilkes-Barre). Eat-ins, take-outs. Food, pastries, Greek products. Free local delivery within 2-mile radius of church, purchases $30+. Info/to pre-order: 570.823.4805, greekfoodfestival.webs.com
BENEFITS/CHARITY EVENTS
Tea: Oct. 21, Woodlands Inn & Resort • 7th Annual Flower Sale: Oct. 23, $7 per bouquet
American Red Cross • Seeking crafters for Annual Holiday Craft Show (held Nov. 24-25, Kingston Armory). Proceeds benefit programs/ services of local Red Cross. To be considered, complete application by contacting April Guse, 570.823.7161, ext. 348, april.guse@redcross.org. Items must be at least 75 percent handmade; no resale items. Rent booth for $85 plus $30 event license fee. booths, booths with electricity and corner booths.
Chacko’s Family Bowling Center (195 N. Wilkes-Barre Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.BOWL, www.chackosfamilybowlingcenter.com) • Bowling For Miracles: Sept. 29, noon-2 p.m. $20 per person or $80 per team of five bowlers, includes two hours unlimited bowling, shoe rental, pizza, soda, basket raffles, bake sale, and prizes. Proceeds benefit Geisinger’s Janet Weiss Children’s Hospital and Children’s Miracle Network. Info: 570.406.5135.
Backyard Ale House (523 Linden St., Scranton, 570.955.0192) • Fundraiser for Aubree Elyse: Oct. 11, 5-9 p.m. Baskets, 50/50, refreshments, entertainment by Lewis & Lake Duo. Benefits Aubree’s surgeries and daily care. $20 Info: 570.343.2258 or 570.470.7838. Candy’s Place (570.714.8800) • 2nd Annual It’s All About Me Pink
Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA (570.969.7313) • Masquerade Ball: Oct. 27, cocktails 6 p.m., buffet 7 p.m., dancing and entertainment 9 p.m. Costume contest, music, tarot card readings, raffles, more. Camelot Restaurant & Inn (17 Johnson Rd., Clarks Summit), $70 or $35 for students.
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Dupont Hose Company (308 Main St., Dupont, 654.5121, dupontpafire.com) • Fall Dinner Dance: Sept. 29, doors 6 p.m., buffet 7 p.m., music 8 p.m. $25 RSAP, no tickets at the door. Italian chicken, beef and gravy, pasta with meat sauce, vegetables, potatoes, more. Cash bar. Music by Take Three and Kaelyn Marie. Info: Bill 457.7665, Gary 654-4244. Lake Equestrian Center (181 Stock Farm Rd., Lake Ariel, 570.698.7672) • 13th Annual Wayne County Benefit Horse Show: Sept. 29, 8 a.m. and Sept. 30, 8:30 a.m. Benefits Fair Hill Farm Riding Academy and Wayne County Children’s Christmas Bureau. Info: 570.842.4135, 570.905.6456, wcbhorseshow@yahoo Pancreatic Cancer Action Network • 9th Annual Dan Lynott Memorial Golf Tournament: Sept. 29, Scranton Municipal Golf Course. Info/to register: klynott1703@comcast.net
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Salvation Army of WilkesBarre (17 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre, 570.824.8741) • First Annual Fall Flea Market and Celebrity Silent Auction: Oct. 6, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Over 40 vendors, silent auction ends 1 p.m. United Way of Wyoming Valley (8 West Market St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.829.6711) • Gravestone Manor Haunted House: Sept. 28-Oct. 28, every Fri.-Sat. 7-11 p.m., Sun. 7-9:30 p.m. $10, all ages, group rates for 10 or more. Info: 570.821.6500, www.gravestonemanor.org.
CAR & BIKE EVENTS Big Cruisers Car Cruise Sept. 30, 5-9 p.m., Home Depot (800 Commerce Blvd., Dickson City). All clubs and cars welcome. Fall Festival Car Cruise (Eagle
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ACROSS 1 Engrossed 5 Old man 8 Rabbit’s tail 12 Wrinkly fruit 13 Japanese sash 14 “My bad” 15 Let fall 16 Joker 17 - -tat-tat 18 Ohio city 20 Tailor, humorously 22 Frequently 23 Speck 24 Freeway access 27 Adverse 32 Hearty brew 33 Author Santha Rama 34 Sundial numeral 35 Hat seller 38 Automaker Ransom Eli 39 Pitch 40 Sine qua 42 It had a big part in the Bible 45 Masticated 49 Famous cookie man 50 Egg-yung link 52 Made on a loom 53 New Zealand symbol 54 Coach Parseghian 55 Mat melody 56 Coastal flyer 57 Deterioration 58 Holler
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'Bridge' between W-B college parties set By Christopher J. Hughes Weekender Editor
The iONS - Dan King, Sean Parinisi, James Phillips, and Lisa Mansour - make a speedy return to The Vintage Theater in Scranton this week.
Positively charged By Rich Howells
Weekender Staff Writer Some nerds spend a lot of time in front of their computers or locked away in their rooms, but The iONS would much rather charge up crowds and rock out. This comes naturally for James Phillips, the lead vocalist and keyboardist who formerly played in The Electric Mayhem. He started playing music around age 10, influenced by his mother playing piano and later by his brother introducing him to the local music scene. Guitarist Lisa Mansour played with Phillips in his previous band, bassist Dan King was a friend of a friend, and drummer Sean Parinisi recently joined the group, which formed in early 2011 and bonded as only geeks could. “Honestly, we’re all kind of nerdy. I’m actually going back to school to get my degree in chemistry. We all play video games together. We all play board games together. We’re all the kind of like the ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ crowd almost, so we wanted to go with something science-y, and we wanted it to really be a name that catches you,” Phillips said of the band’s chosen moniker. “Lisa’s father is actually a doctor in math, and he and I were talking and we actually called him up to just help us pick out some different words that we might be interested in, and one of them was The iONS.”
The band covers everyone from The Cure and Smashing Pumpkins to Silversun Pickups and Depeche Mode, so it’s no surprise that their original songs have been referred to as “moody disco.” “We have a very, very wide variety of musical backgrounds. Our bass player is actually a classical cellist, so he’s been doing music theory for years and years and years. He always throws in something borderline funky, but you can actually pick up bits of Beethoven and Bach out of it. I listen to a lot of electronic music, I love British rock music, so meshing the two of those together along with Dan’s influence and Lisa’s guitar playing, (our sound) just kind of happened,” Phillips explained. “A lot of our songs are in minor keys. They have slightly darker tones. We always try to keep the music upbeat so it gets people attention. It gets them on the floor dancing around.” The iONS are quickly progressing on their first record of original material, recording four songs in four hours at Studio Independence, owned and operated by Lenny Kucinski out of the Blue Mountains. They plan on releasing the nine- to 12track album within the next two months. “It’s everything from broken hearts from high school to existentialism. A lot of the songs are just, ‘Why are we here? Why are we here with each other? How do people do this to each other?’ Stuff like that. Like I said, it gets pretty moody,” the 25-year-old noted. If it’s one thing the band isn’t
morose about, though, it’s being a part of Scranton’s music scene. Having just played the grand reopening of The Vintage Theater, 326 Spruce St., Scranton, they’ll be returning to the venue with Blinded Passenger, The Filthy Gentlemen, and Days in Transit for a show on Saturday, Sept. 29, a line-up they handpicked as a “good blend” of original sounds. “One thing I really like is just working with the people that we picked ourselves. That’s probably my favorite part of it. My bandmates and I are all very close. At this show coming up, we’ve made some great friends just in the past six months that I’m incredibly excited to work with. There’s a great camaraderie amongst all the people involved. If you’re playing with bands you’re not familiar with, you can always tell that somebody else booked a show when there’s a bluegrass band and then a metal band,” Phillips pointed out. “When it’s a nice blend and everybody knows each other and everybody is just genuinely happy to be there, it really comes out in the performance. Putting on a great show is what really drives people to come back to see you.” W The iONS, Blinded Passenger, The Filthy Gentlemen, and Days in Transit: The Vintage Theater (326 Spruce St., Scranton), Sat., Sept. 29, doors at 7 p.m., music at 8 p.m. Tickets: $6.
When organizers with the Diamond City Partnership launched the Downtown Collegetown Party on the Square in 2004, Wilkes-Barre was a very different place. “There was no movie theater, there was no bookstore, and most of the restaurants, bars, and stores that everyone is familiar with in downtown were just not there,” explained Larry Newman, vice president of planning, policy, and development at the Greater WilkesBarre Chamber of Commerce. The event successfully introduced students to the changing face of Wilkes-Barre, but despite its success – growing from 50 students in 2004 to more than 1,400 in 2011 – it was becoming stale. Organizers announced in late August that the annual one night event on Public Square set for Sept. 27 would instead be taking a hiatus this year for planning purposes. “This was not a decision that was made lightly,” Newman said. “Sometimes it’s important to step back, take stock in an event, and say, ‘Let’s look at what we can do to make this better.’ “We are just making sure it’s the best event it can possibly be.” Offering what he calls a “bridge” between the events supported by the downtown revitalization organization, businessman Thom Greco will hold the Downtown Collegetown Party at The Factory at The Factory Nightclub (105 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre) from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 27. “I think it’s awesome,” Greco, part-owner of the venue, said of past downtown party events that he participated in. “We were looking forward to it. “The more we talked to The Times Leader and the Weekender and learned that the sponsorship wasn’t happening, we said, ‘Let’s be a bridge this year. We’re located in down-
‘This was not a decision that was made lightly…We are just making sure it’s the best event it can possibly be.’
Larry Newman, vice president of planning, policy, and development at the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce On the cancellation of the 2012 Downtown Collegetown Party on the Square
town. We could handle a large crowd.’ So we decided to open it up, free of charge, for the college kids.” The Factory will also launch its college night the following Thursday, Oct. 4, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. The venue will feature EDM, or electronic dance music, with DJMC in an environment that welcomes all college students. Greco promised paint parties and black light events in the near future. He also stressed that his event is not intended to step on the toes of the annual gathering that ran from 2004 to 2011. “We’re certainly doing this as a community gesture,” Greco said. “We are not here to replace. We’re just here as a bridge.” Thursday’s event is set to feature food from El Rincon (69 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre), according to Greco. Students age 18 and up can enter for free with a valid college ID, but they must be 21 or older to drink. Businesses who wish to participate in the party at The Factory may contact part-owner Mark Lehman at 570.825.0000 or mrklehman@yahoo.com. For more information, visit facebook.com/TheFactoryWB. W
Downtown Collegetown Party at The Factory, Thurs., Sept. 27, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., The Factory Nightclub (105 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre). Free to students 18+ with valid college ID, must by 21+ to drink. Info: facebook.com/TheFactoryWB
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Actors Circle at Providence Playhouse (1256 Providence Rd, Scranton, reservations: 570.342.9707, actorscircle.org) • “Bell, Book & Candle:” Sept. 28-30. Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. $12/general, $8/seniors, $6/students.
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Applause Theatre Co. (applausetheatre.webs.com, applausetheatre@gmail.com) • “The Wizard of Oz:” Nov. 9-11, 16-17. Grand opening production. F.M. Kirby Center (71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, 570.826.1100) • “Menopause, the Musical:” Oct. 3-4, $52.60-$58.25 Jason Miller Playwrights’ Project (570.344.3656, SubVerseAphrodesia.com, nepaplaywrights@live.com) • Dyonisia Festival: Sept. 20-30. Two alternating programs of 6 new short plays by local writers inspired by the theme “Apocalypse.” King’s College Theatre (Admin. Bldg., 133 N. River St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.5825) • “Little Shop of Horrors:” Oct. 4-6, 17-19. 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 7, 2 p.m. $10; students/senior citizens, $5. A sensitive botanist discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. The Miller Agency (Jacqueline Hyde Studio, 46 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe, 570.241.9072, casting@themilleragency.net) • Looking for choir singers, orchestra performers, comedians, burlesque performers: Oct. 13, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. MPB Community Players (mcgroganj@gmail.com, 570.454.0175) • Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella:” Sept. 28-30, 7 p.m. on 28-29, 2 p.m. on 30. Trinity Lutheran Church, Hazleton.
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‘Dyonisia ‘12: Apocalypse,’ the second annual Jason Miller Playwrights’ Project Invitational, continues Thursday, Sept. 27 to Sunday, Sept. 30 at the Old Brick Theatre (128 W. Market St., Scranton). The JMPP is staging 12 one-act plays, written by regional writers, based around the theme of the apocalypse on alternating nights. “Love or Rage, Anthem of the Apocalypse” by Maureen McGuigan, “Universal Applicant” by Hank Willenbrink, "I I I me me me I I I ” by Alicia Grega, “Love and the Apocalypse” by Mark Zdancewicz, “Surviving” by Amye Archer, and “Looking for Love Before World War III” by James M. Spock, will be presented Sept. 28 and 30. “Contemporary Saints” by Dawn Zera, “The Last Time” by Charles O’Donnell, “Dead to the World” by Jeff Boam, “The Grotto” by Jack McGuigan, “The Operatives of Game Theory” by K.K. Gordon, and “Patient/Fracture” by Kait Burrier, pictured, will be presented Sept. 27, and 29. Advance tickets are $12.50 each or $24 for two, $36 for three or $48 for four. For more information, call 570.344.3656.
Audition time slot for boys and girls 6-12 Oct. 6, 2-3 p.m. Audition time for adults 15+ Oct. 6, 3 p.m. or Oct. 7, 7 p.m. Bring sheet music of a song of your choice, those interested in speaking role will read from the script. Accompanist provided. Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts (JJ Ferrara Center, 212 W. Broad St., Hazleton, 570.454.5451, ptpashows.org) • “Mirror Image:” Oct. 5 and 6, 7 p.m.; Oct. 7, 3 p.m. $10 adults, $5 children under 18. The Phoenix Performing Arts Centre (409-411 Main St., Duryea, 570.457.3589, phoenixpac.vpweb.com, phoenixpac08@aol.com) • “6 Fairly Rare Fairy Stories:” Sept. 28-29, 7 p.m.; Sept. 30, 1 p.m. $12. Scranton Cultural Center (420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, 570.346.7369) • The Glass Prism “Resurrection: A Rock Opera:” Oct. 7, 7 p.m.
(doors 6 p.m.). $25/reserved, $40/VIP special reserved, includes meet and greet following show. Tickets: ticketmaster.com, box office, 570.344.1111, 1.800.745.3000. Info: 800.836.1691, glassprismband.com Shawnee Playhouse (570.421.5093, theshawneeplayhouse.com) • “California Suite:” Sept. 21-Oct. 21. $28/adults, $25/seniors, $15/ children 12 and under. The Vintage Theater (326 Spruce St., Scranton, info@scrantonsvintagetheater.com) • Staged reading of Ted LoRusso’s “A Lie Is A Venial Sin:” Nov. 11
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- compiled by Rich Howells, Weekender Staff Writer. Send your listings to weekender@theweekender.com, 90 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa., 18703, or fax to 570.831.7375. Deadline is Mondays at 2 p.m. Expanded listings at theweekender.com.
Most coming-of-age novels that focus on the relationships and bonds between young girls don’t take place in military environments. If they did, the authors would have to be fairly skilled at maintaining the delicate balance between the horrors of military life and the fragility of human development. Shani Boianjiu does just that with her intensely poetic debut novel, “The People of Forever Are Not Afraid.” Having served in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) for two years herself, Boianjiu creates an intimately detailed novel in which three young childhood friends - Yael, Lea, and Avishag - are called upon to serve in the IDF. What follows is the dramatic unraveling of their collective innocence, and throughout, Boianjiu maintains the aforementioned balance. In her rich and complex prose, it is impossible to forget that these girls are just girls who are forced to experience nightmares many people are lucky enough to spend their whole lives avoiding. That prose is what lends the story an element of familiarity. Boianjiu writes the way people think - sometimes in fragments, sometimes in a very literary, erudite way. Even passages that at first seem nonsensical eventually make sense. Maybe the author’s knack for fleshing out
‘The People of Forever Are Not Afraid’ By Shani Boianjui Rating: W W W W W those thoughts has something to do with her similar ability to create three minds that are simultaneously fascinating and terrifying. Yael, Lea, and Avishag all have their own skeletons and secrets. The way army life is presented in “The People of Forever Are Not Afraid” also features a mess of juxtapositions. The girls spend their days with ammunition and grenades but gossip about sex and braid one another’s hair in their downtime. The slew of characters beyond the three primary girls gets a little overwhelming, but nothing keeps the book from being gripping. It’s hard to put it down, and when you do, you might find yourself wondering what they’ll be up against next. W
What follows is the dramatic unraveling of their collective innocence, and throughout, Boianjiu maintains the aforementioned balance. In her rich and complex prose, it is impossible to forget that these girls are just girls who are forced to experience nightmares many people are lucky enough to spend their whole lives avoiding.
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Music Box Players (196 Hughes St., Swoyersville: 570.283.2195 or 800.698.PLAY or musicbox.org) • “The Great American Trailer Park Musical:” Sept. 28-30, Oct. 5-7. Fri.-Sat., bar opens 6 p.m., buffet served 6:30 p.m., curtain 8 p.m. Sun., bar opens 1 p.m., buffet served 1:30 p.m., curtain 3 p.m. Dinner/show: $37-$39; show only: $18-$20. • “It’s a Wonderful Life the Musical” auditions: Oct. 6-7, 7 p.m.
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Online meets offline at NEPA BlogCon By Rich Howells
Weekender Staff Writer Nerds, webmasters, bloggers, and just about anyone local who uses the internet will be at NEPA BlogCon this Saturday, Sept. 29, the most ambitious of which may be Michelle Davies, Karla Porter, Leslie Stewart, and Mandy Boyle. These tech-savvy women, known as the Fearsome Foursome, organized the not-forprofit conference aimed at educating all knowledge levels about blogging and social media and chatted with The Weekender via Facebook about the real-life social networking event. The Weekender: What kind of preparation goes into organizing NEPA BlogCon? The Fearsome Foursome: This is about envisioning the big picture, what you want the event to be, and then pulling back and creating the strategic plan to get there. Between the four of us, it has meant hundreds of hours of honing in on the minutia. W: What are some of the highlights of the convention? FF: When we first met to discuss putting together a conference, the one question we kept in mind was, “What do local bloggers want to learn more about?” So we started talking with the local blogging community and even sent out a survey to get their feedback. We discovered the
AGENDA, FROM PAGE 28 Rock Resort, 1 Country Club Dr., Hazleton) • Oct. 6, 11 a.m. festival and cruise, 3 p.m. trophies, raffle prizes. Craft show, scarecrows, hayrides, pony rides, beer and wine, music, karaoke, children’s activities. Info: 570.474.6484, camero@ptd.net Gunners PA Law Enforcement MC (gunnerspalemc@gmail.com, $20/rider, $10/ passenger unless noted otherwise) • Phantom Rider Program: If unable to make it to ride, donate $10 passenger fee and new stuffed animal, which will go to children in need, any left end of season go to Toys For Tots. Send to Gunners 11 Hemlock Dr., Tunkhannock, PA 18657.
topics that local bloggers wanted to learn about most and built a conference around those topics. Sessions range from SEO and HTML 101 to getting more from your content management system and effectively managing a community. Students, bloggers, social media managers, non-profit organizations, and small business owners alike will find something valuable in our selection of sessions. Plus, we’ve built in Q&A into each session so attendees have the opportunity to ask questions or explore a topic further. That’s not something offered at every conference. NEPA BlogCon really has something for everyone. Sessions and panels will be led by local talent as well as those from different regions - different countries, even! This blend of talented people from NEPA and outside experts creates a powerful environment for learning. Our keynote, Gala Darling, has been featured as a TEDx speaker, Lauren O’Nizzle has a strong presence in Canadian media, and we have branding expert Shenee Howard sharing her expertise. From the local roster, we have some amazingly talented people, including the social media team from Kuhcoon and entrepreneur Kris Jones. We wanted to bring together the best of what’s happening here as well as what’s happening outside of the Wyoming Valley. We also wanted to have a lot of fun with NEPA BlogCon (blog-
gers aren’t really just nerdy recluses!), so we’ve put together some fun things throughout the day, including snacks by local food blog WhiskeyBacon.com, giveaways and door prizes from local businesses, and a troupe of theatrical belly dancers with a deep appreciation for all things geek. There will be plenty of opportunities to network with other bloggers and internet types, plus, we’ll be having an after party at Rodano’s, which is sponsored by SnipStamp. W: How did you choose Gala Darling as the keynote speaker, and what will she be discussing? FF: Leslie is a devout follower of Gala’s blog and sent her a few tweets to see if she’d be interested in Skyping in to do our keynote. Almost immediately she responded and was on board! Gala’s unrelenting devotion to positivity and magic has earned her cult celebrity status and rabid fans all over the globe, from India to Sweden. From the massive number of hits her website garners on a monthly basis to her legendary “Things I Love Thursday” lists, this writer, nomad, and international playgirl easily transfers her enthusiasm for life into the written word. Gala’s keynote is “Why We Blog.” It’s a question we’re always asked but we don’t always know the answer to. Gala will share her experiences, expertise, and of course, the reasons behind why she blogs. W: How did you select the charities that would benefit -
Hi Lites Motor Club (www.hilitesmotorclub.com, Jack 570.477.2477, John 574.7470). Events feature door prizes, food, music, 50/50 drawing, more. No alcohol permitted.
8th Annual Fall Intertribal Powwow Sept. 29, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Noxen Fire Co. grounds (Stull Road, Noxen). Storytelling by traditional Lenape storyteller Grace Dove. Native American dancing, drumming, storytelling, children’s dances, fry bread by Billy, crafts, beadwork, more. Evening dancing, trade blanket Sat. Drugs, alcohol, firearms, politics prohibited. Free admission. Dogs must be leashed, cleaned up after. Bring own lawn chair, all drums welcome. Volunteers needed, contact 570.947.2097, Wisteria18704@yahoo.com.
Montage Mountain Classics (Thurs., 6-9 p.m., Fri., 6-10 p.m., Sat., 5-9 p.m.) • Cruise Pittston-Tomato Festival Parking Lot: Sept. 29, 5-9 p.m. Motor Heads of NEPA Cruises (held at Wegmans, Wilkes-Barre) • Oct. 27, 5-8 p.m. Uncle Buck’s BBQ Pit Bike Night Wed., 6-9 p.m., 361 W. Main St., Plymouth. Food, drink specials.
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The Fearsome Foursome - Leslie Stewart, Karla Porter, Mandy Boyle, and Michelle Davies - organized the highly anticipated NEPA BlogCon set for this Saturday. NEPA Veterans Multicare Alliance and The Arc of Luzerne County? FF: We needed partner organizations open to assisting with fiscal responsibility and planning because we had no organization backing us. We looked for organizations that are grassroots and based right here so the funds raised would also stay right here to directly and fully benefit our region. NEPA Veterans Multicare Alliance and The Arc of Luzerne County met the criteria and offered to roll up their sleeves with us. W: The con is already sold out. Why do you think this event garnered so much interest? FF: One of the first things we did after making what amounts to a blood pact with one another to walk this journey together was to put out a survey… We let the public guide our sessions, not impose what we thought they wanted or needed on them. They talked and we listened. They showed us they are hungry for this type of knowledge and event. Google blogger and social
media conferences, and you’ll find them all over the country. There was a void here and we have filled it at a super affordable rate, due in large part to wonderful sponsors. Many conferences like these run in the hundreds of dollars. We also took students and nonprofits into account and gave them special pricing and offered a limited amount of scholarships for those who wanted to attend but needed assistance to do so. W: Is there anything else you’d like to mention? FF: There is a vibe about the event that getting all of NEPA’s blogger and social media talent in one place at the same time will explode into something phenomenal. We can’t wait to see the projects and even start-ups that result post-event. W
Bartolai Winery (2377 State Rt. 92 Highway, Coolidge Ave., Exeter Twp.) Jeannine M. Luby “Keep Wine-ing He Might Start to Look Like Prince Charming” Comedy Show: Oct. 11, 7:30 p.m. Guest comedian Joe Bryan. $15, tickets must be purchased in advance by calling 570.650.7518 or visiting notprincecharming.com.
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Browndale Fire Co. (Route 247, 620 Marion St., Browndale, 43fire.com) • Homemade Pierogi For Sale: donation $6/dozen. Potato and cheese. To order, contact any member, call 570.499.4908, e-mail jdoyle@nep.net, go online. Cameo House Bus Tours (Anne Postupack, 570.655.3420, anne.cameo@verizon.net, checks to 933
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Century Club of Scranton (612 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, 570.342.0204, thecenturyclubofscranton.org) • Oktoberfest: Sept. 29, 6-10 p.m. German cuisine, beers and wines, music by the Schutzengiggles. $45. Call for reservations. Chicory House and Folklore Society (www.folkloresociety.org, 570.333.4007) • Dance Series with Contra Rebels: Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m.,
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Gyllenhaal: True portrayal of police was key to 'Watch' By Amy Longsdorf
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More than once during an interview to promote his new movie “End of Watch,” Jake Gyllenhaal calls making the gritty crime thriller “a life-changing experience.” But six months before he began work on the film, Gyllenhaal had some doubts about the task ahead. As written and directed by “Training Day’s” David Ayer, the movie presents a hyper-real look at two South Central police officers (Gyllenhaal, Michael Pena) as they go about their daily grind, busting drug dealers, giving chase to gang-bangers, and saving children from abusive crack addicts. Given the almost documentary-like nature of the movie, which is shot entirely with handheld cameras, the actors were gung-ho about preparing for their roles. Beginning a half a year before shooting commenced, they underwent intensive weapons and fight training. Gyllenhaal also opted to ride along with police officers three nights a week while they went on their 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. watch. On the actor’s first night out, he discovered just how mean the streets of Los Angeles could be. “The very first ride-along I went on, someone was murdered,” said Gyllenhaal, who is best known for his Oscar-nominated turn in “Brokeback Mountain” as Jack Twist. “We were the second car on the scene. I did not expect that at all.” Shaken by what he’d witnessed, Gyllenhaal began questioning his desire to make the movie. “I remember I went, ‘What am I doing? I’m just an actor. What am I getting myself involved in? What is this about? What are we trying to do? What story are we trying to tell? What are we trying to convey and why am I here?’ “I was driving home that night and I called up John Lesher, the producer. He was like, ‘How did it go?’ I said, ‘Well, you know…’ It was really eye-opening to
Jake Gyllenhaal, right, and Michael Pena portray Los Angeles police officers in ’End of Watch.’ me…It was a turning point.” Rather than give up on the movie, Gyllenhaal stuck with it. And he now says the experience of seeing how the LAPD operates up close and personal is a memory he’ll carry for the rest of his life. “The family that we were allowed into, that kind of brotherhood that is so tight and so close and really intimate…it was life changing for me. “I’ve spent most of my adolescence and early adulthood making films. As much as that’s a family, you know, we move on (at the end of the shoot) and, of course, there’s nothing lifethreatening (about acting).” Part of Gyllenhaal’s preparation for the movie including giving himself a buzz-cut. Asked why he decided to shave off his locks, the actor says it was all part of toughening up for the role. “It’s funny because I was doing fight training like every single morning, really getting the crap beat out of me by 14- to 20-yearold kids in a dojo in Echo Park,” he said. “So, to be totally honest, I couldn’t really care less if my hair was long or short in the movie. It was short because I didn’t want to give (my opponents) anything to grab a hold of. “
Gyllenhaal spent countless hours with the LAPD preparing for the role, including 4 p.m.-4 a.m. ride-alongs several times each week. The idea for “End of Watch” began with Ayer, a South Central native who was looking to offer up a different perspective on police officers than he’d presented in “Training Day.” While that film, also set in South Central Los Angeles, focused on a corrupt cop (Denzel Washington, in an Oscar-winning performance), Ayer wanted to showcase the day-to-day lives of honest, hardworking law enforcers. Gyllenhaal was the first to sign on for the movie, followed by Pena, Anna Kendrick, and America Ferrera. As soon as he read Ayer’s script, Gyllenhaal was eager to play one of the men in
blue. “I think the intention of the movie is to see these guys, whether they’re in uniform or not, as human beings,” said Gyllenhaal, 31. “Even as an actor, when you put on that Bat suit, you feel like you’re a lot stronger than you actually are. I think that uniform definitely does that. “Not to say that (police officers) are not incredibly strong individuals. But they’re human beings.” From the get-go, Gyllenhaal knew he’d have to immerse himself in the cop lifestyle to do his character justice. “The interesting thing is there
are things that I saw and learned from police officers that I worked (into the movie). The authenticity of what we do in the movie - I’m really, really proud of. There are things that I see in movies now, things that actors do, which are so not the way a police officer would behave.” Gyllenhaal has show-biz in his blood. His father is director Stephen Gyllenhaal (“A Dangerous Woman”), his mother is screenwriter Naomi Foner (“Bee Season”), his sister is Maggie Gyllenhaal (“Hysteria”) and his brother-in-law is Peter Sarsgaard (“Kinsey.”) Gyllenhaal was only 19 when he played his first starring role in “October Sky.” For the next few years, he excelled mostly in indie films, including the cult classic “Donnie Darko,” “The Good Girl” with Jennifer Aniston, and “Lovely and Amazing” with Catherine Keener. Since the 2004 blockbuster “The Day After Tomorrow,” Gyllenhaal has scored a number of box-office - and critical - hits with “Brokeback Mountain,” “Zodiac,” “Brothers,” and “Source Code.” In the midst of making “End of Watch,” Gyllenhaal says he began to think of acting less as a business and more as a skill. “At this point in my career, I’m interested in the life experience that my research brings me as a person,” he said. “I’ve had the honor of being in a lot of really special films. I started really young. I think as an actor, you’re not necessarily always in reality. Now, I’m much more interested in being involved and learning about real people’s stories and trying to portray those. “It’s really not a business. To me, it’s a craft. Not to say I haven’t felt that before. But I really am devoted to that. “You know, making this movie for $7 million dollars in Southeast LA and preparing for five months for a 22-day shoot is a certain type of commitment. Knowing you have to craft something in 22 days is a specific type of focus. And all that I was interested in were the real people W that I met (along the way).”
Church of Christ Uniting (776 Market St., Kingston). $9 for adults, $25 for families.
Christ Wesleyan Church (363 Stamm Rd., Milton, 570.742.8987) • Annie Moses Band: Oct. 19, 8 p.m.
Conyngham United Methodist Church (411 Main Street, Conyngham, 570.788.3960, conynghamumc.com) • Sisters: Tues., 10 a.m., begins Sept. 25. Andy Stanley six-week study, “Twisting the Truth.” All women welcome.
Cub Scout Pack 21 (www.cubpack21.org) • Registration: Oct. 4, 6 p.m., LaSalle Academy, 625 Dundaff St.,Dickson City. Boys in grades 1-5 welcome regardless of residency and religion.
Curtis Montz Film Series at the F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre: Showings Wed. 1 p.m. ($4), 7:30 p.m. ($6). Students $3 with valid student ID. • “Beasts of the Southern Wild:” Sept. 26.
Dunmore Community Center (400 Monroe Ave., Dunmore) • PLCTA Safety for All Kids Conference: Sept. 29, noon-4 p.m. Free admission. Info: 570.341.3388.
Eastern Pocono Animal Alliance Spay/Neuter Clinic in need of volunteers, one day/week to check in clients, more; arrive by 8:15 a.m., commit to every week. Positions to help w/ vaccination clinics, substitute desk work. Stop in to office in back of Rainbow Plaza, Route 209, Brodheadsville, visitepaaonline.com, call 570.994.5846.
Eckley Miners’ Village (2 Eckley Main St., Weatherly, 570.636.2070, www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com) • Haunted Lantern Tours: Oct. 12-13, rain date Oct. 14; Oct. 19-20, rain date Oct. 21, Oct. 26-27, rain date Oct. 28. Doors 6 p.m., first tour at 6:30 p.m., last tour 9 p.m. $10 adults 13+, $5 children 6-12. Not recommended for children under 6. • Fall Foliage Photo Contest: through Nov. 30. $5 registration fee, submissions due to museum Dec. 3.
Holy Trinity Orthodox Church (401 E. Main St., Miners Mills Section, Wilkes-Barre) • Annual Chicken Bar-B-Q Dinner: Sept. 29 at pavilion. Take-outs 2-5 p.m. Donation $9. Orders must be made in advance at 570.825.6540.
dent • Concert: Nov. 17, 8 p.m., Tunkhannock Middle School. Advance: $8/adult, $4/student. Door: $9/adult, $5/student
King’s College: (133 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.5957 or www.kings.edu) • Film Screening “Under the Same Moon:” Sept. 26, 7 p.m., Burke Auditorium, William G. McGowan School of Business. Free. Info: 208.5898 • Moreau Lectures by Fr. Bryan Massingale, S.T.D.: Oct. 2, 3:30 & 7:30 p.m., Burke Auditorium, William G. McGowan School of Business. Issues of racism in the church and society and the impact race will have on upcoming presidential election. Info: 208.5900, ext. 5491
Penn State Wilkes-Barre (Rte. 115, wb.psu.edu, 570.675.9253) • Civil Engineering Exam Review: Thurs., Sept. 6-March 21, 6-9 p.m. $1,025 (handouts included). • Film & Discussion Series: Oct. 4, 7 p.m. Every Thurs. through Nov. 14. • Nittany Lion Hockey Team Against American International: Oct. 13, 7:05 p.m., Mohegan Sun Arena. $10. Info/ RSVP: 570.675.9228, klb14@psu.edu The Regal Room (216 Lackawanna Ave., Olyphant, 570.489.1901) • Deluxe Semi-private Christmas Party: Dec. 8, 7 p.m.-midnight. $35-52, due Nov. 30. Full course dinner, open bar, music by Jeffrey James Band, 21+.
The Mall at Steamtown (300 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, 570.343.3400) Shorty Rossi Autograph and Book Signing: Sept. 29, noon-5 p.m. Meet reality TV star from Animal Planet reality show “Pit Boss.” Info: pitbullbuzz.com Mill Market in the Hawley Silk Mill (Suite #111, 8 Silk Mill Dr., Hawley, 570.390.4440, info@MillMarketPA.com, www.millmarketpa.com) • Family Farm Day: Sept. 29, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Up-close view of farm animals, educational exhibits. • Wild Plants Enzyme Demo and Korean Drumming: Oct. 6, noon-1 p.m. • Oktoberfest at Mill Market: Oct. 13, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. German sausages from Alpine Wurst & Meat Haus, samples of Stoudt Brewing Company’s Oktober Fest. Misericordia University (www.misericordia.edu, 570.674.6400, box office 674.6719): ❏ Lawrence and Nancy Goldstone Lectures (Free, open to public): • “The Maid and the Queen: The Secret History of Joan of Arc” by Nancy Goldstone: Oct. 3, 7 p.m., Lemmond Theater, Walsh Hall. • “Inherently Unequal” by Lawrence Goldstone: Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Huntzinger and Alden Trust Rooms, Sandy and Marlene Insalaco Hall. • Roundtable discussion “History, Literature and the Imagination:” Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m., Catherine Evans McGowan Conference Center, Mary Kintz Bevevino Library. Monroe County Garden Club • Monthly meeting: Oct. 10, 11:30 a.m., Hughes Public Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg. Call 570.420.0283 or email adeskus@ptd.net for more info. • “It’s a Winter Wonderland” flower show: Nov. 2 from 3-5 p.m.; Nov. 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Nov. 4, 1-3 p.m.; Hughes Public Library (N. 9th Street, Strouds-
Art on fire The 1st Annual Monroe-Carbon County Autumn Art Show, the new art exhibition in the Pocono Mountain region and a key element in the economic and cultural revitalization of the area, makes its colorful and triumphant debut on Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Jackson Township Volunteer Firehouse (2176 Route 715, Reeders). The show is geared toward artistic enjoyment, not artistic competition; consequently, while the work of the participating artists will be scored and judged on the quality and artistic execution of their work by the show’s juror, award-winning artist Thomas Augusta, no cash prizes will be awarded. Noted acrylic artist and retired New York City Firefighter Anibal “Andy” Collazo has painted a very special, extremely beautiful original acrylic painting entitled “Movin’ In” (pictured), which he will be donating to the Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Department in honor of all the volunteer firefighters. Show hours are from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., rain or shine. The judging of the artwork will take place between 11:45 a.m. and 1 p.m., with the selection of winners and the awarding of ribbons around 1:15 p.m. Admission is free. burg). Free, donations accepted. New Life Community Church (Fellowship Hall, 570 South Main Rd., Mountaintop, 570.301.7081) • Music by Steve and Jamie: Oct. 12, 7-9 p.m.
Northern Tier Symphony Orchestra (570.289.1090, northerntiersymphony@yahoo.com, northerntiersymphony.org) • Concert: Nov. 4, 3 p.m., Towanda High School. Advance: $8/adult, $4/student. Door: $9/adult, $5/stu-
Safe Haven Dog Rescue (www.SafeHavenPa.org, SafeHaven@epix.net) • Accepting submissions for 2013 Calendar: Send photos of pets by Oct. 1. All entrants featured. May is memorial page for pets that have passed (please specify). Include name, address, phone, e-mail on back of photo; pet’s name/info optional. Send 4x6 prints w/ $10 (check/money order) for each pet to: Safe Haven Rescue, ATTN: Safe Haven Calendar, P.O. Box 1987, Albrightsville, PA 18210. Available mid Nov. • Camp Papillon Adoption Meet: Oct. 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Tractor Supply (4037 Jandy Blvd., Nazareth). • Camp Papillon Adoption Meet: Oct. 13, Northhampton Farm Bureau (300 Bushkill St., Tatamy). • Adoption Day: Oct. 21, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Tractor Supply (Rt. 209, Brodheadsville). Pre-adoption application with references, home visit required prior to adoption. • Volunteer Meeting: Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m., Cherry’s Restaurant (Route 209, Kresgeville). Volunteers needed to help with Adoption Days, fundraising, transporting dogs, fostering. Ss. Cyril and Methodius Ukrainian Catholic Church (Olyphant) • 2nd Annual Roast Beef Dinner: Sept. 30. Take-out only. Prepared by Stirna’sCatering of Scranton. $10 per ticket/dinner.Pick-up noon-3 p.m., 135 River St., Olyphant. Call 570.489.6206. Info: stcyrils.maslar-online.com, parishesonline.com/sscyrilmethodiusblakely St. Joseph’s Church (N. Main Ave./Theodore St., Scranton) • Choral Evensong: Oct. 7, 5 p.m. Scripture and choral music presented by
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Mind and body 2&4 Hand Drumming Circle Freestyle drum circle, every second/ fourth Sat., any time between 1-4 p.m., Everything Natural (426 S. State St., Clarks Summit). All ages, newcomers, old timers welcome. Hand drums, percussion provided. Free, no pressure. Absolute Pilates with Leslie (263 Carbondale Rd., Clarks Summit, www.pilateswithleslie.com) • Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 a.m. Private training on Cadillac, Reformer and Wunda Chair, along with Pilates mat classes, stability ball core classes, more. • Mon., Wed.: Nia Technique, 5:30 p.m. American Wicca & The Garb Wench (americanwicca.org) • Tarot Readings by High Priest Thane Amdor: By appointment Tues., Thurs., Sat. Bring friend, get free reading. To schedule, call 570.793.4095 Arts YOUniverse (47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.970.2787, www.artsyouniverse.com) ❏ Studio J, 2nd floor • Meditation in tradition of Gurdjieff, Ospensky: Sun., 12-1 p.m., $5 • Children’s Meditation: Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Ages 9-14, $5 • Tarot Card Readings, by appointment. $20 first half hour, $10 additional half hours. Awakenings Yoga (570.472.3272) • Private Yoga Instruction w/ certified senior Instructor of Himalayan Institute. Lessons include asana, pranayama, meditation, relaxation, ayruveda, holistic nutrition, tantra. $75/session Balance Ultimate Fitness (Belladaro Prof Bldg, 570.862.2840) • Early Morning Fitness Bootcamp: Tues./Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m., Sat, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., $15 or 12 classes for $150. Balance Yoga and Wellness (900 Rutter Ave., 2nd floor, Forty Fort 570.714.2777, balanceyogastudio.net, balanceyogawellness@gmail.com) • Pole Fitness: Fri., 5:30 p.m. (beginner); 7 p.m. (intermediate). Sat., 1:30 p.m. (all levels); 3:15 p.m. (advanced). • Dalien aka 13 HANDS Yoga and Concert: Sept. 29, yoga and sound meditation workshop 4-5:30 p.m., concert 7-9 p.m. Bellas Yoga Studio (650 Boulevard Ave., Dickson City, 570.307.5000, www.bellasyoga.com, info@bellasyoga.com) All workshops $15, pre-registration suggested. • Sun. Class: 10-11:15 a.m. Features Alternating Vinyasa style yoga w/ yoga fusion.
Club Fit (1 West Broad St., Hazleton, 570.497.4700, www.clubfithazleton.com) • Boxing classes w/ Rich Pastorella (pastorella.net26.net). Mon., 7-8 p.m. $40/month. Goddess Creations Shop & Gallery (214 Depot St., Clarks Summit, 570.575.8649, info@goddesscreations.net) • Tarot Card Readings by Rev. Whitney Mulqueen by appointment. Call. • Tarot Readings: Thurs., 6-9:30 p.m. at Montrose Inn, Restaurant & Tavern (26 S. Main St., Montrose). $25 for 15-20 min. • Monthly astrology workshop with Holly Avila: first Sun., $45. Call. Goshin Jitsu Martial Arts Classes Every month at Golightley’s Martial Arts (Mark Plaza Shopping Center, Rt. 11, Edwardsville). Focus on cardio, stretching, defense, stamina, more. Self defense, cardio, karate aerobics also available. $75/month. Call 570.814.3293 for info. Haifa Belly Dance (Haifabellydance.com, 570.836.7399) • Mon., 5:15 p.m., Serenity Wellness & Dance Center (135 Main St., Luzerne) • Wed., 6 p.m., Holistic Health Center (Route 6, Tunkhannock) Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 718.0673) • Cardio Kickboxing: Wed., 7-8 p.m.; Sat., 9-10 a.m. $5/class. Call for info. • Hoop Fitness Techniques: Mon., 7:30-8:30 p.m. $5/class. Call for info.
Leverage Fitness Studio (900 Rutter Ave., Forty Fort, 570.338.2386, www.leveragetrainingstudio.com) • Morning Wake-Up Workout: Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-7:45 a.m. • Primal Scream Classes: Tues., Thurs. 7-8 p.m. • Inferno: High Intensity Interval Training: Sat., 10 a.m. All classes free to members, $10 non-members. Meditation/Yoga classes at Spectrum Health & Racquet Club (151 Terrace Dr., Eynon). Meditation: Fri., 7-8 p.m. Yoga: Sat., 9:45-10:45 a.m. $5 each class, bring mat. Call 570.383.3223 for info. Melt Hot Yoga (#16 Gateway Shopping Center, Edwardsville, 570.287.3400, melthotyogastudio.com) • Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m., 5:30 p.m. (90 minutes) • Tues., Thurs., 4 p.m. (one hour) • Sat., Sun., 9 a.m., 3 p.m. (90 minutes) New Visions Studio & Gallery (201 Vine Street, Scranton, 570.878.3970, newvisionsstudio@gmail.com, newvisionsstudio.com) • Vinyasa Yoga Classes with Sarah Yzkanin: Sundays, 2-3 p.m. All levels welcome. $6. Call 570.575.8789 or e-mail dealerinwares@hotmail.com.
Hoop Fitness Classes (whirligighoopers.com) • Beginner/Intermediate: Mon., 7:30 p.m., Harris Conservatory (545 Charles St., Luzerne). $5. Call 718.0673 to reserve. • Beginner/Intermediate: Thurs., 5:30 p.m., Studio 32 (32 Forrest St., WilkesBarre) $5. Inner Harmony Wellness Center (Mercy Hospital General Services Bldg., 743 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, 570.346.4621, www.innerharmonywellness.com, peteramato@aol.com) • Meditation Technique Workshops: Wed., 6:30 p.m. $15/session. Goal setting/ stress reduction, more. Call for info/ reservation.
Odyssey Fitness (401 Coal St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.829.2661, odysseyfitnesscenter.com) • Yoga Classes: Sun., 12:30 p.m.; Mon., 7:15 a.m.; Tues., 7 a.m., 5 p.m.; Wed., 8 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Thurs., 6:30 p.m.; Sat., 10:30 a.m. All levels welcome. • ZumbAtomic: Lil Starz, ages 4-7: 5:30 p.m.; Big Starz, ages 8-12: 6:15 p.m.
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Jeet Kune Do Fighting Concepts Teaches theories of movement in Martial Arts. $100/month. Call instructor Mike DiMeglio for info, 570.371.8898.
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Justin and his co-workers recently took an unusual trip to the mall.
Mall trip gone wild Dear Mom and Dad, I’ve come to realize it’s not where you are that determines how much fun you have in life. It’s the people you spend your time with. When you hang out with the right people, anything can be fun: working a s---ty job, drinking Four Loko’s in a parking lot, even a trip to the mall. Last week the resort I work at organized a bus trip to the mall for the employees’ day off. “The bus will arrive at the mall promptly at 10 a.m. and departs at 6 p.m.,” announced the director. “What the hell are we going to do at the mall for eight hours?” mumbled the crowd. After walking around for a few hours and sampling Kung Pow chicken from every Asian place in the food court, a few of us decided on taking a cab to the nearby movie theater to break up the afternoon. Forty-five minutes into “Finding Nemo” in 3-D, the power went out and everyone in the theater was evacuated. “What do we do now?” someone asked. “Let’s make a music video,” I suggested. As we were wondering what song to lip-sync to, my friend Josh told the cab driver we were going to the mall. A lightbulb then went off in my head.
“Robin F--king Sparkles!” I quickly shouted. “We should go around the mall and film a music video to ‘Let’s Go To The Mall’ from Robin in ‘How I Met Your Mother’!” I was so excited over my sudden brilliance that I would have totally creamed in my pants if I hadn’t masturbated earlier that morning. Twice. For the beginning of the video, I entered the Wet Seal store window and started dry-humping mannequins. The alarm went off as I was thrusting like crazy against the well-dressed plastic, so my friends and I ran to Spencer’s. Since sharing is caring, we took turns filming each other playing with vibrators and other fun novelties for the video. Sure people stared at us, but we didn’t care because we had YouTube stardom on our minds, and after all, starships were meant to fly. We spent the next two hours dancing up and down the escalators, riding a carousel, getting a facial, piercing our ears, and having more fun than I thought was possible while sober. Like I said, Mom and Dad, there is fun to be had anywhere - even when you’re at the mall for eight hours. You just have to be surrounded by the right people. Love and tacos, Justin W
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Dorm life: Survive or thrive It’s hard to believe September is almost over and October is quickly approaching. I’ve gotten quite a few questions about adjusting to college life and with the large number of newbies still settling in and adjusting to their new dwellings, I thought I would compile a list of dorm life “do’s and don’ts� to help ease you all in to the swing of things. I narrowed down the top three questions and came up with some general advice on how to make the best of your current situation and thrive rather than merely survive. PARTIES At the risk of sounding like your mother, remember you are there to learn. It’s OK to enjoy the occasional party as long as you stay safe and, most importantly, bring a buddy. We’ve all heard horror stories and most of them are true, so just use your head, don’t be stupid, and when you get home, drink lots of water before you pass out.
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HOMESICKNESS For a lot of you this may be your first time away from home. Believe me, it’s not easy for anyone. Reality smacks you in the face and you realize you’re not in Kansas anymore. Leaving the nest is an inevitable step that everyone faces when growing up. You’re going to miss your mommy and you may even find a new found love for that bratty lil’ sister you left behind. So, what do you do as you sit in your room at 2 a.m. wishing your mom was there to tell you to go to bed? Call her! Remember, it probably wasn’t easy for your parents either. It’s OK to admit you miss your old comfortable life. You may also want to pay attention to how you design your living space. If you miss home, make a new one. As
Rotten roommates? A hankering for some home cooking? Stella dishes on the best ways to survive your new life as a college student. (Photo by Kat Holland) the saying goes, home is where the heart is. As you play Jenga with all the remaining unpacked stuff you thought you “needed,� strategically set up your room to remind you of home. The most important thing to remember is to just keep swimming. Don’t let yourself fall apart, let your new life fall into place. ROOMMATES As with any relationship, the key to dealing with your new found siblings is communication. The first thing you’re going to want to do is set up some loose ground rules to keep you all on the same page. You all came from different places and have all been brought up differently. Whether you decide to like your new roommates or not, coming up with a common law of the land will save you a lot of bickering and will also save you from finding a place to hide the body. House rules will vary depending on schedules and individual expectations. Hopefully you end up living with your new best friend and life will be a bowl of cherries. But, if you do end up with a dorm room douche bag, make sure you communicate and let them know your expectations from the get go. If
their music is too loud, politely suggest they turn it down or use headphones. If they constantly have their significant other sleep over, maybe you’ll want to set up a schedule where you get the room to yourself a few nights a week. Bottom line, if something bothers you, bring it to their attention and offer a solution. Don’t let it stew until you end up hating each other. If you do find yourself in a situation where you absolutely can’t stand your roommate, don’t be afraid to ask for help. If they don’t want to cooperate and you have tried working it out, you may want to reach out to your resident adviser. If they’re no help, you can always take it one step further and ask housing to move you, but try working it out first. You will find that dealing with difficult people is a part of life. Living in a dorm can be a blast - as long as you can roll with the punches and make the best out of the hand you were dealt. W
- Have a question? Write Stella at weekender@theweekender.com with “Stella’s Life Is A Drag� in the subject. Find more of Stella all week long at Twist Night Club or at www.facebook.com/ missestellasweet.
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26th Annual Ronald McDonald House of Scranton 5K Race and Fun Walk Sept. 30, Nay Aug Park. Kid’s Fun Run. Info: 570.969.8998 American Lung Association • Fight For Air Walk: Oct. 13, 10 a.m., Nay Aug Park, Scranton.
You could ban yourself from big, sugary drinks – a la New York City Health Commissioner Thomas Farley – to lose weight, or you could use a balanced approach and some old fashioned dedication. (AP photo)
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family, and/or professionals that have the tools to get the job done. Make it personal. Accountability is often the top strategy when it comes to being successful. Studies show that social support can help you achieve better results. Dedicate yourself to getting better every day. Each day you hit the gym, try to set a personal best. Stay on top of your nutrition and tweak it weekly if you must. Keep learning. Maintain a positive outlook and stay strong. If your current plan is not working don’t keep doing it. If you exercise at home, dedicate someone to report to on a regular basis. Choose someone who is strong willed and won’t fold under pressure. If you exercise at a gym, choose the right type of gym that has a personal atmosphere. Commit to real fitness. Turn off the exercise infomercials claiming to give you real results in record time. Steer clear of high intense fad workouts that have a high incidence of injury. We all want results, but at what cost? The problem is, if a diet or fitness routine really worked, we’d all be on it, and we’d stay on it. The reality is that there isn’t a magic answer, or is there? Check back in two weeks to see what I think is number one fat-loss success secret. W
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society • Light The Night Walk: Sept. 29, registration 4:30 p.m., walk 6:15 p.m., Nay Aug Park (400 Arthur Ave., Scranton). Participants carry illuminated balloons (white for survivors, red for supporters, gold in memory of loved ones lost to cancer). Info: 800.482.2873, lightthenight.org/epa Steph’s Fall 5K Oct. 27, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Luzerne County Sports Complex (2009 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort), $20 for 5K run/3K walk. In memory of Stephanie Godri-Johnston, an avid cross-country runner who passed away at 32 this year from, to fund the Stephanie Godri-Johnston Memorial Scholarship and raising colon cancer awareness. Info: stephsfall5k.webconnex.com/ registeronline.
CLASSES Academy of Northern Martial Arts (79 N. Main St., Pittston) Traditional Kung Fu & San Shou. For Health and Defense. Adult & Children’s Classes, Mon.-Thurs., Sat. First class free. Walk-ins welcome, call 371.9919, 817.2161 for info. Adult Kung Fu (Kung Fu & Tai Chi Center, Wilkes-Barre: 570.829.2707) Ongoing classes. Tues./Thurs., 6:30 p.m. Study of Chinese Martial Art open hand, weapons sets. Mon., Wed., 6:30 p.m. Covers Chinese style theories, concepts, applications. “Sport” fighting concepts explained, practiced. Aikido of Scranton, Inc. (1627 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.963.0500) • Self-Defense Class taught by Aikido Master Ven Sensei, every Mon. & Wed., 7-9 p.m. $10. • Traditional Weapons Class, Thurs., 7-9 p.m. $10. Back Mountain Martial Arts Center & Mountaintop Karate Center
Beauty Lies Within School of Pole Dance (32 Forrest St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.793.5757, sl.beautylieswithin@gmail.com). Hours by appointment, free sample appointment. Call or e-mail for details. Dance Contours (201 Bear Creek Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.0152, www.dancecontours.com) • Adult classes: ballet, tap, lyrical, CardioSalsa, ballroom dance. • Children/teen classes: ballet, tap, CheerDance, HipTech Jazz, a form of dance blending basic Jazz Technique with styles of street dance, hip hop. • Zumba classes for adults: Tues., 6 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. First class free. • Adult ballet: Sat. morn. Danko’s Core Wrestling Strength Training Camp (DankosAllAmericanFitness.com) • Four sessions/week, features two clinics, two core strength. 4 sessions/ week. Increase power, speed, agility. Group discounts, coaches, teams, clubs, free stuff. Visit website or call Larry Danko at 570.825.5989 for info. Downtown Arts at Arts YOUniverse (47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.970.2787, www.artsyouniverse.com) • Traditional Egyptian Belly Dance: Wed., beginners 6-7 p.m.; intermediate 7-8 p.m. intermediate. $10. Call 343.2033 for info. • Tribal Fusion Dance: Thurs., beginners 6-7 p.m.; intermediate 7-8 p.m. $10. Call 836.7399 for info. • Cabaret with Helena: Sat., 4:30 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 553.2117 for info. • African Dance: Wed. & Sun., 1 p.m. Traditional African moves with jazz and hip-hop. $10, registration required, call 212.9644 or visit hipbodysoul.com for info. Downtown Dojo Karate Academy (84 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.262.1778) Offering classes in traditional karate, weapons, self defense. Mon-Thurs., 5:30-8:45 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-noon. • Zumba Classes: Tues., Thurs., 7-8 p.m.; Sat., 12:30-1:30 p.m. $5/class. Call
for info. Extreme M.M.A.(2424 Old Berwick Rd., Bloomsburg. 570.854.2580) • MMA Class: Mon., Wed., 6-7 p.m. First visit free. Wrestling fundamentals, basic Brazilian Ju-Jitsu No Gi. Call for info. • Boxing/Kickboxing Fitness Class: Mon., Wed., 7-8 p.m. First visit free. Non-combative class. • Personal Training: Call 317.7250 for info. Fazio’s Hapkido Do Jang (61 Main St., Luzerne, 570.239.1191) Accepting new students. Children (age 7-12) Mon./Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Teen/adult Mon./Wed., 6:45-8:15 p.m.; Tues.-Thurs., 6:30-8 p.m. Private lesson also available. Learn Hapkido. Self defense applications. $50 monthly, no contract. GregWorks Professional Fitness Training (107 B Haines Court, Blakely, 570.499.2349, gregsbootcamp@hotmail.com, www.vipfitnesscamp.com) • Beach Body Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m. • Bridal Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m. Bridal party group training, couples personal training available. • Fitness Bootcamp: 4-week sessions, Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m. • New Year’s Resolution Flab to Fab Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m., Sat., 1 p.m. Guaranteed results. • Private/Semi-Private sessions available, e-mail for info. ∝ Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 570.287.7977 or 718.0673) • Dragons’ Tale Karate: Mon., 5:30-7 p.m.; Wed., 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 5+. • Tumbling: Fri., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Ages 5+. $30/month. Kwonkodo Lessons – by reservation at The Hapkido Teakwondo Institute (210 Division St., Kingston). $40/month. Call 570.287.4290 for info. Northeastern Ju-Jitsu (1047 Main St., Swoyersville, 570.714.3839, nejujitsu.com) Open 7 days/week, offers training in Traditional Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, Judo, Women’s self defense. Group, private self defense classes available by appointment. W - compiled by Rich Howells, Weekender Staff Writer. Send your listings to weekender@theweekender.com, 90 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa., 18703, or fax to 570.831.7375. Deadline is Mondays at 2 p.m. Expanded listings at theweekender.com.
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On paper, losing fat is perceived as relatively easy. For some, it’s simply a matter of saying, “I’m going to start on Monday,” or “at the beginning of the month,” or even as part of their New Year’s resolution. For these people, the problem usually isn’t starting a new program, but maintaining it. The truth is that every fat loss book ever written could help you successfully lose fat, and keep it off. The premise of every single method is exactly the same: proper nutrition combined with exercise will yield a specific result. The problem, as I see it, is maintaining compliance over a certain amount of time without falling off the wagon. Just like many other successful approaches, you must first identify your triggers and what sabotages your plan. Only then can you truly begin to solve the fat loss riddle. You may need to change some things in your life. You may need to change a lot of things. A good tip to consider, perhaps even temporarily, is surrounding yourself with people who are fitter than you and who lead the healthy lifestyle you desire. Make a “business plan” and stick to your agenda. Gather a support team of knowledgeable people that consists of friends,
Candy’s Place (570.714.8800) • Do the Ten/Run for Cancer Wellness: Oct. 7, registration 7:30 a.m., relay 9 a.m., Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre. Looking for teams of 10, themes encouraged, prize for best team theme. To register call or visit cancerwellnessnepa.org.
For info, call either location, Back Mountain (4 Carr Ave., 570.675.9535) or Mountaintop (312 S. Mountain Blvd., 466.6474): Visit Website at www.fudoshinkai1.com. • Instruction in Traditional Karate, Jujutsu, Sivananda Yoga (Back Mountain): Tues., Wed., Thurs., 4:30-9 p.m., Sat., 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (Mountaintop Karate Center Mon., Weds., Fri., 4:30-9 p.m. • Instruction in Traditional Karate, Jujutsu, Sivananda Yoga (Mountaintop): Mon., Wed., Fri., 4:30-9 p.m.
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Owner and Head Stylist at Hi-Fi Hair Studio/ DJ and Producer How did you choose your career? I sort of fell into it. I don’t think anyone really knows who or what they want to be at 18. Thankfully, I ended up liking it. The best part of my job is … The people I work with. My entire staff is incredible, so it really makes coming to work enjoyable. This is followed closely by the people I meet, both through the salon and music. There are so many different personalities I interact with on a daily basis, it keeps things interesting. What’s one thing people should know about your place of employment? We have a really great vibe at Hi-Fi. It’s a relaxed but fun space, full of highly creative people. Something most people don’t know about me is … I’m really afraid of heights. My hobbies are … cooking, beer nerding, and producing music. Three interesting facts about me: 1. I grow a really good beard. 2. I once did hair for a Vera Wang fashion show. 3. I currently have two subscriptions to Cat Fancy (both bought by separate people.) A talent I wished I possessed is … Public speaking... I once gave the world’s worst best man speech. It’s paralyzing. I unwind by … spending time with my wife and daughter. My favorite thing about NEPA is … the pizza. PHOTO BY: AMANDA DITTMAR
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AGENDA, FROM PAGE 39 the St. Thomas More Parish. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church (232 Wyoming Ave., Scranton, 570.342.7654) • Robert Dale Chorale’s Annual Pasta Dinner: Sept. 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m., takeouts begin at 5:00 p.m. $8 adults, $4 children 12 and under. St. Michael’s Church (corner of Church/Winter Sts., Old Forge, 570.457.2875) • Annual Yard Sale & Ethnic Food and Bake Sale: Sept. 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., church hall. Rain or shine. St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church (540 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.343.7165) • Pierogi Sale every Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal ProCathedral (35 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.346.4600) • Food Pantry open Mon.-Fri., noon-4 p.m. • Clothing Closet: free clothing for men, women, children. Open Tues., 4-6:30 p.m., Wed., noon-3:30 p.m. St. Thomas More Society (St. Clare Church, 2301 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, 570.343.0634, stthomasmoresociety.org) • Guardian of the Redeemer Fellow-
ship: First, third Mon. of month for men interested in adult discussion of Catholic faith. • YOUCAT Teen Group welcomes post-Confirmation youth from all parishes for discussion of Theology of the Body for Teens. Meets first, third Thurs. of month, 5:30 p.m.
• Farmers’ Market: Thurs., through Nov. 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Public Square. Thurs. Info: wilkes-barre.pa.us/farmersm.php • Sept. 27: Music by Broken Road • Oct. 4: Music by John Stevens’ Doubleshot • Oct. 11: Music by Flashback
Tracey’s Hope Hospice Care Program and Domestic Animal Rescue (570.466.7930, traceyshopenmcdonald@gmail.com, petservicesbydenise.com) • Bark-toberfest: Oct. 20, Thomas BBQ, Moosic. • Raising the Woof: Oct. 21, 12-6 p.m., Genetti Manor (1505N. Main Ave., Dickson City). $5, call 570.383.0206 for tickets.
Wyoming Farmers Market (Butlers Park, corner of 8th and Butler Streets) • Every Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fresh produce, crafts, and food vendors. Vendor opportunities available at 570.693.0291, option 1.
Trucksville United Methodist Church (40 Knob Hill Rd., Trucksville, 570.696.3897, office@trucksvilleumc.com) • All God’s Children special needs program: every Sun. 9:45-10:45 a.m., West Wyoming Hose Co. (926 Shoemaker Ave., West Wyoming, 570.760.3489) • Trails of Terror Haunted Walk: Sept. 28-Oct. 28, every Friday-Sunday; Friday-Saturday dusk-11 p.m., Sunday dusk-10 p.m. $5, volunteers still needed. Wilkes-Barre City Events
Your Dog’s Place, LLC (570.729.8977, yourdogsplace@yahoo.com) • K9 Nose Work: Intro to Nose Work, Sat., 11:30 a.m.; Wed., 10 a.m. Intro to Odor, Mon., 8:15 p.m. Intro to Vehicles and Exteriors, Mon., 7 p.m. Continuing Nose Work, Mon., 5 p.m. • Kinderpuppy: Wed., 6 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. Puppy parenting 101. • Canine Life & Social Skills: Thurs., 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. • Reliable Recalls: Fri., 6-7:30 p.m. ∝
LOCAL HISTORY Electric City Trolley Museum and Coal Mine Tour (Cliff Street, Scranton 570.963.6590) Museum open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Excursions: Wed.-Sun.
10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m. Rides: $10 adults, $9 seniors, $7.75 ages 3-12. Mine open daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tours hourly, $8 adults, $7.50 seniors, $5.50 ages 3-12. Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org) • European River Cruise: April 8-15, 2013. From $2,549/member, double occupancy, plus air. Info: 570.504.7575, EverhartRiverCruise.com The Houdini Museum (1433 N. Main Ave., Scranton) Every weekend by reservation. Open 1 p.m., closes 4 p.m. Also available weekdays for school groups, bus, hotel groups. $17.95/adults, $14.95/11 and under. • Ghost Tours: Scheduled daily, 7 p.m., reservations required. Secret time/meeting place divulged upon reservation, call 570.383.1821.$20/ adults, $15/11 and under. Rain or shine, year-round. Daytime walks also available on limited basis. Private tours can be arranged for groups. Info: scrantonghosttours.com, magicus@comcast.net. Lackawanna Historical Society (The Catlin House, 232 Monroe Avenue, Scranton, 570.344.3841) ❏ Downtown Walking Tours (free and open to the public): • Sat. through Oct., 11 a.m. Call for starting places. • Rotating trio of tours First Fridays, through Oct., 5 p.m., Radisson, Lackawanna Ave. • Custom Tours: 7-8 blocks, about 2 hours. Routes selected based on interests of participants Most days, noon-6 p.m. $5/person, min. 4 people, max. 30. Call 955.0244. • Step-on bus tours, Costume Tours: Call for info. Pennsylvania’s Anthracite Heritage Museum (McDade Park, Scranton: 570.963.4804, www.phmc.state.pa.ust) Open year round, Mon.-Sat. from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Fairly new stories The Limelight Players will present the musical "6 Fairly Rare Fairy Stories" on Sept. 28 and 29 at 7 p.m. and Sept. 30 at 1 p.m. at The Phoenix Performing Arts Centre (411 Main St., Duryea). The show takes fairy tales from the Andrew Lang collection from the early 1900s and adapts them to modern day with music in today’s mainstream media and completely original scripts written by student directors. The performers, ages 6 to 40, will be dancing to and singing songs from Madonna, Owl City, Panic at the Disco, Christina Perri, and more. Tickets are $12. Seating is limited, so make reservations by calling 570.457.3589 or 570.814.6790 or by emailing StarlitSheen19@aol.com. Pictured are Kati Sudnik and Jonathan Muniz of The Limelight Players.
Scranton Iron Furnaces (159 Cedar Ave., Scranton, www.anthracitemuseum.org) For guided tours, call Anthracite Heritage Museum at 570.963.4804 for schedule/fees. St. Ann’s National Basilica Shrine and Monastery (Scranton: 570.347.5691) Group tours available by appointment. Open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. Steamtown National Historic Site (I-81 to Exit 53, Scranton: 570.340.5200 or 888.693.9391, www.nps.gov/stea) • Ongoing: Interpretive programs,
visitor center, theater, a history museum. Open daily, 9-5 p.m. $7 adults, $6 senior citizens, $2 children ages 6-12. • The “Scranton Limited” train ride: Wed.-Sun. 30 minute rides depart from Roundhouse boarding area Wed., 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 2:15 p.m. A historic steam locomotive operates Thurs.-Sun. 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 2:15 p.m. $3 per person, all ages 6+. Visit www.nps.gov/stea for train schedule or call 570.340.5200. • Moscow steam excursion: Oct. 6, 13, 14, 21, 27 and 28, departs Steamtown NHS boarding platform 12:30 p.m.. $24 adults 16-61, $22 seniors 62+, $17 children 6-15. • Gouldsboro Station diesel excursion: Oct. 7., departs Steamtown NHS boarding platform 11 a.m. $34 adults 16-61, $29 seniors 62+, $22 children 6-15. Taylor Memorial Cemetery (208 S. Main St., Taylor, 570.562.1225/ 346.6179) • Historical Tour: Oct. 7, 1 p.m. Tripp House (1011 N. Main Ave., Scranton: 570.961.3317). The oldest structure in Lackawanna County. Tours are conducted by appointment.
LEARNING Art Classes at the Georgiana Cray Bart Studio (123 Brader Dr., Wilkes-Barre, 570.947.8387, gcraybart@aol.com, gcraybart-artworks.com) ❏ Painting, drawing, creative arts/ pencil, charcoal, oil, acrylic, pastel, colored pencil, mixed media: • Adults (Ages 13+): Mon.-Tues., noon-4 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 6-9 p.m. Student may choose length of time from 1-3 hrs. for evening class • Children (Ages 8-12): Weekdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ballroom Dancing taught by certified members of Dance Educators of America. Available for private groups, clubs, organizations, senior centers, more. Call 570.785.9459. Bridge. Beginning or Intermediate Lessons, playing time for regular games and tournaments. Jewish Community Center (River Street, Wilkes-Barre). Call Rick Evans at 570.824.4646 or Rev. Ken McCrea at 570.823.5957.
Downtown Arts at Arts YOUniverse (47 N. Franklin St., WilkesBarre, 570.970.2787, www.artsyouniverse.com) • Kids Craft Hour with Liz Revit: Sat., 10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Make jewelry, paper mache, more. $15, includes supplies. For info or to register, call 817.0176.
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neither the stylus nor notetaking apps are anything new or revolutionary, it’s been some time since I’ve seen a stylus included with a device that has smartphone capability. I have mixed feelings about the stylus. On the one hand, it is useful and it’s better for writing tasks and making notes. It also allows for more precise selection of links or buttons on full-size websites. But there’s nowhere to put the stylus when it’s not in use. In the past there usually was built-in storage, which helped prevent loss. Another unique feature is the inclusion of LG Tag+ tags – small stickers that incorporate “Smart Tags” that use the device’s Near Field Communications capability to activate certain features. The Intuition came with two LG Tag+ stickers – one labeled Office, and the other labeled Car. The idea is that you can place one of
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A badass return to Pandora “Borderlands 2” (PS3, Xbox 360, PC) is ready to provide some sweet loot to fans of the franchise. I’ve been waiting since 2009 to see what developer Gearbox Software’s second trip to the land of Pandora would provide. They improved and expanded on their already successful formula to provide a sequel worth exploring time and time again. The game begins with a murder plot gone bad, headed by the antagonist Handsome Jack, and wastes no time throwing you right in the action as you run into familiar characters from the first game and of course - shooting everything that moves. The story isn’t the centerpiece, but does a fine enough job to push you around Pandora, which has become a much different place. The planet is visually gorgeous, sticking to the distinct cel shaded graphics that made it such a pleasure to explore during the first “Borderlands.” Each area has its own unique environment, from the snow covered Southern Shelf to cities with their own distinct atmosphere. Day and night cycles make it much more rewarding to explore and travel to areas you generally wouldn’t visit. Returning vault hunters and new players alike will feel at home with the combat, which follows the simple fire-away-at-enemies-untiltreasure-pops-out-of-their-corpse formula. “Borderlands 2” has improved on its shooter elements by creating more sophisticated artificial intelligence, giving enemies the ability to flank the player, and the
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Salvador the Gunzerker is among the new playable characters in this action packed sequel. chance to coordinate with other AI characters. The new, diverse enemies make each area fresh with something new to blast away at. Along with new enemies, come new main characters: Salvador the Gunzerker, Maya the Siren, Axton the Commando, and Zer0 the Assassin. Each character offers different styles of play along with the ability to use any weapons you please, regardless of their preferred weapons. The three-branch skill trees, class-mods, and four player co-op play all make for an improved sequel. “Borderlands 2” introduces the all new Badass Rank. In the first “Borderlands,” players were rewarded with additional XP for completing challenges like killing 100 Skags, for example. Now players who reach Badass Rank milestones can earn Badass Tokens to improve random stats like shield recharge rate, gun damage, and reload speed. The new menu system is also easy to navigate and organize all the loot you collect on
your journey. Multiplayer gameplay has improved, straying away from the standard RPG style where one person tanks the enemy while the others apply the damage per second. There is more room to vary tactics, making playing with friends more enjoyable. Playing cooperatively is encouraged as it raises difficulty levels along with the frequency of rare rewards. The new additions in “Borderlands 2” mark a major improvement in almost every way you could imagine. The gameplay may become repetitive with things like fetch or timed quests, but there is constantly something keeping you busy. Full of hilarious moments to complement the gameplay, this title stands as one of the best co-op gaming experiences and most certainly a contender for game of the year. Players are sure to come back for more loot and should expect downloadable content in the future. W
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Something Special: (23 West Walnut Street Kingston, 570.540.6376, angietheartist@aol.com, www.angelademuroart.com) • MANGA Art Class: (Japanese Cartooning) Wed., 4-5 p.m. Learn the art of Japanese cartooning. 4-week session, supplies included: $60 per child. Call or e-mail to register.
Drawing and Painting Lessons: Realist painter teaches techniques of old masters. Private lessons Fri.-Sun. To schedule, call 570.820.0469, e-mail bekshev@yahoo.com or visit www.artistvs.com.
Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org) • “Everybody’s Art” New Series of Adult Art Classes: $25/workshop members, $30 non-members. Preregistration required. • Rosen Method easy movement program, Thurs., 2-3 p.m., Folk art gallery, $5/class, free to members. Must pre-register. • Early Explorers: Mon., 1-1:45 p.m. Free, suitable for ages 3-5. Preregistration required, groups welcome. For info, to register, call or e-mail education@everhart-museum.org.
GreenBeing (334 Adams Ave., Scranton, info@shopgreenbeing.com) • Not Your Granny’s Sewing: one-onone lessons: $40/lesson, $140/4 sessions, 2-3 hour sessions. Tailored to individual needs.
Guitar & Bass Lessons available from Fox Studios (11 Rhine Creek Rd., Drums) Mon.-Thurs. 1-10 p.m. $16 per hour. All ages, all styles of music, all levels. Call 570.788.4797 for info.
Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 570.287.7977 or 718.0673) • Instrumental Music Instruction • Private Ballroom Lessons • Private Vocal Instruction: Tues. evenings. • Private Guitar Instruction: Classical, acoustic, electric for all ages.
Horse Back Riding Lessons Elk Stables, Uniondale, by appointment only. All levels welcome. Call 570.575.8649 to schedule.
Math Tutoring and Coaching Highly qualified and experienced teacher. All levels tutoring, coaching, homework help. Individuals/groups. Fun-filled Math Anxiety Buster Workshops. Open all week. Ongoing enrollment. Call 570.899.5576, e-mail sibut4710@aol.com.
Moscow Clayworks (moscowclayworks.com) • Focus on hand-building techniques: Adults, Tues., 6-8 p.m.; kids, Thurs., 6-8 p.m. $125/5 sessions. Reservations required. • Potters Wheel for Beginners: Mon., Wed., 6-8 p.m. $125/5 sessions. Reservations required.
Searching for a voice The “Voice of Hope Christian Coffee House” and St. John’s Lutheran Church (231 E. State St., Nanticoke) will present the local writing/recording group Soul Searching on Friday, Sept. 28 from 7-9 p.m. The music will be broadcasted live on WVHO Station 94.5 FM. The “Voice of Hope Christian Coffee House” will be held at St. John’s every fourth Friday of the month. Music and refreshments will be available, and admission is free. For info, contact Pastor Debra Northat 570.735.1760 or visit nanticokelutheran.org. Pictured are Brenda Wenner, Jack Minsavage, and Judy Minsavage of Soul Searching.
570.654.6194, www.myspace.com/ nepabonsai). • Monthly meeting last Wed., 7 p.m. Features business sessions, demonstrations/programs/workshops.
• Stage Combat Lessons w/ Paul J. Gallo: 12 weeks, date/time TBA. 1.5 hours, prepare for intense physical activity, dress appropriately. $20/ week or $200 up front.
New Visions Studio & Gallery (201 Vine Street, Scranton, 570.878.3970, newvisionsstudio@gmail.com, newvisionsstudio.com) • Kid’s Art Class: All About Art: Sat., ages 11-16. Sun., ages 5-10. $100-$125/ month, $30/class. Supplies included. Call to register.
Piano and Flute Lessons (Anne, 570.881.2433) • Private studio in Kingston, enthusiastic approach, learn at own pace and in natural learning style. Professional teacher/performer (Bachelors in Music Performance, SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Music; Masters in Music Performance, University of Texas at Austin Butler School of Music). Accepting new students of all ages, time slots available early mornings into evenings weekdays for 30, 45, 60 minutes.
Northeast Photography Club (www.northeastphotographyclub.org) meets first Wed. of month 7 p.m. in boardroom of Prime Med (old Wes Freedman Building) off Morgan Hwy. Variety of topics, monthly contest, guest speakers. Membership open. Phoenix Performing Arts Centre (409-411 Main St., Duryea, 570.457.3589, phoenixpac.vpweb.com, phoenixpac08@aol.com) • Dimensions in Dance w/ Lee LaChette: Jazz, tap, ballet for adults & kids. $10/hour, $5/second class. E-mail or call 991.1817. • Vocal lessons w/ Joelle Colombo Witner: Wed., Sun. E-mail or call 991.1817. • Vocal Coaching w/ Nicole Rasmus: $15/half hour
Pocono Arts Council (18 N. Seventh St., Stroudsburg. 570.476.4460. www.poconoarts.org) • Ongoing Adult Classes • Adult Classes • Children’s Workshop Private Voice Lessons Mon.Thurs. by appointment. Learn proper singing technique in downtown Wilkes-Barre studio. Specializing in opera/classical/musical theater. Hour, half-hour lessons. Student discounts available. Please call 824.5428 or visit www.katrinalykes.com for info.
Waverly Community House (1115 N. Abington Rd., Waverly, 570.586.8191, www.waverlycomm.org) • Ballroom Dancing Lessons: Wed., 7:15 p.m., Comm auditorium. Basic & advanced ballroom, swing. $15/person. For info, call Vince Brust at 489.3111. Wyoming Valley Art League • Painting with Irina Krawitz: $15/ hour, $120/4-weeks. Call 570.793.3992 for info.
SOCIAL GROUPS AA Intergroup NEPA If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to quit, we have an answer. Info: aaintergroupnepa.org, 570.654.0488 Alcohol Anonymous: Mon./Fri 7 p.m. (373 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre), Tue. 7 p.m. (25 Church St., WilkesBarre), Wed. 10:15 a.m. (301 Shoemaker St., Swoyersville), 7 p.m. (1000 E. Mountain Blvd., Wilkes-Barre), 8 p.m. (562 Wyoming Ave., Kingston), Thurs. 10 a.m. (75 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke), 7:30 p.m. (301 Lake St., Dallas), Fri. 7:30 p.m. (Triangle 24 Hour Club, Dallas), Sat. 7:30 p.m. (1003 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort), Sun. 7 p.m. (128 W. Washington St., Nanticoke). Call 570.288.9892 for info. Beehive Area Narcotics Anonymous (Wilkes-Barre-Kingston-Nanticoke-Mountaintop) 24 hour phone line: 570.654.7755 or 1.866.935.4762. Building Industry Association of NEPA (570.287.3331) • Sponsorship: Become host of a monthly General Membership Meeting. Call or e-mail danielle@bianepa.com for details. • Accepting entries for Outdoor Theme Project from builders, trade schools, Vo-Techs, Job Corps. For info, call 570.287.3331. Living with Grief: free sixweek bereavement support group (2-3:30 p.m., 6-7:30 p.m., Spiritual Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, 1000 E. Mountain Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 570.808.5539)
Narcotic Anonymous Meetings every Tues. at 7 p.m., downstairs in the Methodist Education Building, located off Courthouse Square, on the corner of Marion and Warren Street in Tunkhannock. There are no fees or dues. Newcomers always welcome. NEPA BlogCon Sept. 29, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Luzerne County Community College. $65, student tickets $25 with valid school ID. Proceeds benefit The Arc of Luzerne County, NEPA Veterans Multicare Alliance. Info: nepablogcon.com Oakwood Terrace (400 Gleason Dr., Moosic, 570.451.3171 ext. 116 or 101) • Support Group Meetings: third Wed. of each month, 6:30 p.m. Overeaters Anon. meetings Mon., Tues., Thurs., 7 p.m.; Wed., 7:30 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. No fee, newcomers welcome. Call 570.829.1341 for details/ meeting locations of visit www.oa.org. Pride of NEPA meetings the second Tues. of each month. Visit prideofnepa.org for details. St Joseph’s Senior Social Club • Trip to Cape Cod, Mass.: Oct. 15-19. Info: 570.654.2967. • Meeting: Oct. 18. Info: 570.654.2967. Suicide Bereavement Support Group First/Third Thurs. every month, 7 p.m., at Catholic Social Services (33 E. Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre). Call 570.822.7118 ext. 307 for info. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Resolve Infertility Peer Support Group: Last Sun. of month, 6:30-8 p.m., Kistler Learning Center at Geisinger Wyoming Valley. Contact Jennifer for info, 610.393.8098. Wyoming Valley Home School Network A support group for home school or cyber school parents throughout NEPA providing monthly meetings, field trips, park days, more. Visit wvhsnetwork.webs.com or contact Julie Lemardy at jmlemardy@gmail.com for info. W - compiled by Rich Howells, Weekender Staff Writer. Send your listings to weekender@theweekender.com, 90 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa., 18703, or fax to 570.831.7375. Deadline is Mondays at 2 p.m. Expanded listings at theweekender.com.
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Southside Senior Center (425 Alder St., Scranton, 570.346.2487) • Language Partnership English & Spanish Classes: Fri., 10 a.m. Free, open to all. For info, call 346.0759.
Nar-Anon Family Group Meetings Sun. 7 p.m. Clear Brook Bldg. (rear), Forty Fort; Wed., 7 p.m. United Methodist Church, Mountaintop. 570.288.9892.
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I’m not good with dates. Or numbers in general, really. That’s why when Infect Scranton, Northeast Pennsylvania’s first ever zombie-themed convention, was announced a few months back, I immediately declared that I would be there with bells on. (Or maybe not, so as not to attract the undead.) Even the week before, I was still telling people how much I was looking forward to it as a wedding invitation continued to sit on my desk. It had been there for months, so I guess in my mind I kept thinking that it was many more months away, only to realize that it was indeed Sept. 22, the same day as the con. I have driven up and down the tri-state area for years to attend horror and comic conventions, so it was ironic that the first time one was being held in my hometown was the one time I had a prior engagement. The wedding was at Watkins Glen State Park in New York, roughly two and half hours from Scranton, so there was no way I could go before or after and make it in time. These were two of my best friends for years – I wasn’t about to tell them that I missed the most important day of their lives to indulge in my silly pastime. When I arrived that afternoon, I was quickly reminded of why that decision was so important. Maureen and Sam are admitted dorks – in some cases about the same interests and in others about completely different things. And like their personalities, the ceremony was completely unorthodox – the bride wore a beaded headdress while the groom sported an outfit fit for an ancient warrior, even splitting their Viking head-shaped cake with a sword. They shared laughs as they exchanged the vows they had written to each other about dealing with each other’s bodily functions and action figures. The justice of the peace had a tough time keeping a straight face amongst all the obscure references and off-color jokes. It was exactly what I would
Maureen and Sam were blissfully wed in Watkins Glen, N.Y. on Saturday - as the dead walked the Earth in Scranton. (Rich Howells photo) expect from those two, but more importantly, it represented what matters most – sharing your life, and all its eccentricities, with people you love. I spend a lot of time advocating geek pride, but I’ve also seen hobbies turn into obsessions. I’ve seen guys ignore their girlfriends so they can play “World of Warcraft” all night long. I’ve seen parents spend more money on games and collectables than their own children. I’ve seen Internet connections matter more than real-life relationships. I promised myself a long time ago that I would never be “that guy,” so any time I can put my friends or family first, I do so without a second thought. Being nerdy can have its downsides, particularly as you get older. Many people simply don’t understand these quirky interests, and it can often be hard to romantically find someone who shares your passions. Instead you’re stuck with someone who “tolerates” it or constantly tells you to “grow up” and put away such childish things. Your parents keep asking when you’re going to stop wearing novelty t-shirts and buy yourself something “normal.” The “40 Year Old Virgin” stereotype isn’t exactly accurate, but it starts to seem not too far off. Sam and Maureen are that best case scenario – they not only love each other, but each other’s loves, from “The Venture Bros.” and “Labyrinth” to death metal and “Star Wars.” Meeting cult movie actors and getting autographs is
fun, but what will I recall more vividly in 20 or 30 years – conversations with strangers or food and laughter with true friends? It was no contest. Things wrapped up around 4:30, but before I left, I noticed that our Weekender photographer had called me. When I called back, he informed me that there was a convention VIP party later that night that I wasn’t aware of. I wasn’t sure what that entailed, but I figured, “Why the hell not?” I got home, changed, and drove downtown to the Electric City Trolley Museum. This wasn’t just a party for fans with expendable cash – it was a party for the guests, too. After interviewing Judith O’Dea of “Night of the Living Dead” fame along with “The Walking Dead” star IronE Singleton for our cover story last week, I was hoping to meet them both in person someday to thank them for their kindness and inspiring enthusiasm for zombie fandom. Now they were standing right in front of me and I was like a zombie - awkward and dumbfounded. In the end, I got to have some Viking cake and eat it, too, but if it hadn’t worked out that way, I’m sure I would have caught them at the next con. You only get married once, however, if you do it right, so I wasn’t about to miss the only wedding I’ve ever been to where a bendable Admiral Ackbar action figure was an acceptable gift. As a fellow nerf herder, I wouldn’t have it any other way. W
By Caeriel Crestin
Weekender Correspondent LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22) Some kinds of bamboo grow so quickly you can almost see it happen. Daily growth is measured in feet, not inches or millimeters. On the other hand, some forms of life scarcely change at all over many years. Your own transformations seem to swing wildly between extremes like these. For years, you labor along with nary a long-term change in emotion or attitude. Other times you’ll surprise us with unprecedented new green leaves, strong new extensions of yourself, until you tower over your former height. Like now. My encouraging advice: Grow fast but not so fast that you get dizzy climbing the ladder of your self-understanding. SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21) You’ve heard of “deja vu.” It means, roughly, “already seen.” Other similarly named mental phenomena include “jamais vu” (“never seen”) and “presque vu” (“almost seen”). The former refers to the problem of temporarily being unable to recognize familiar objects or people. The latter describes the sensation of being on the brink of a great revelation, seeing “the big picture,” but not quite getting it. I hope you experience an even lesser-known vision this week, which I’ll call “vouloir voir” (“to want to see”). See things exactly as they are, instead of viewed (and distorted) through the filters of your past. In this case, desire equals ability—you can see, if you want it enough. Open your eyes, Scorpio. The truth is waiting. SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21) This week, you’re the winning contestant in the game show of your life. Press your luck, baby! Go for the big money! When you’re presented with one dangerous but lucrative (monetarily, socially, emotionally) gamble after another, I urge you to take the dare every time. Considering the sane, sensible compromise? Survey says: Wrong answer! Don’t settle for that halfway-cool consolation gift. Why should you? You’re eligible for the grand prize! Why simply accept that crappy giveaway toaster? Don’t stop ‘til you get the big bucks, whether they’re parceled out in dollars, friendship or love (or all three!).
SERENA WILLIAMS Sept. 26, 1981 LIL WAYNE Sept. 27, 1982 HILARY DUFF Sept. 28, 1987 ZACHARY LEVI (pictured) Sept. 29, 1980 FRAN DRESCHER Sept. 30, 1957 JIMMY CARTER Oct. 1, 1924 KELLY RIPA Oct. 2, 1970
so do most of your friends. That’s why these sometimes clumsy gestures have usually only led to a forgivable sting, and rarely a scar. This week’s healing of a longstanding hurt is also an opportunity to learn some of that beneficent grace, bringing you one significant step closer to being a more potent and effective healer than you ever imagined. AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18) You know those novels you start reading but never finish? For a while after putting them down, you could still pick them up right where you left off. But if enough time passed, you’d have to flip back to page one to know what’s going on. This week, you can take that situation you’d almost forgotten about and finally deal with it. Why bother resolving a confusing, half-remembered chapter of your life? Only one exceptionally good reason: the sequel is much more exciting (and lucrative) and will only make sense if you’ve finished book one. PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20) Pisceans rarely get mad. Oh sure, I’ve seen you fuming in the corner, stewing in your own juices. But your gentle, watery nature seems to resist ever bursting into flames. Think of your life as an old building. You’re the landlord. I long for the day that your anger sets off smoke alarms, has squadrons of fire trucks screaming around corners to answer your rage. I don’t want to see anyone hurt. Nor do you, obviously—that’s the primary reason you’ve avoided difficult emotions like these. Just consider this: in the long run, a short-lived explosion is far less damaging and easier to repair than years of water damage.
ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) While visiting Varanasi, India, a gray monkey (with a bright pink butt) came daily to the balcony of our hotel on the Ganges to steal food. I usually managed to scare him off. What a nuisance! Or not? I actually enjoyed those mock-skirmishes with our monkey thief for the same reason I love play-fighting with my dog—they bring me closer to my animal self, stir some deep, satisfying primate instinct in me. Many humans fantasize that we’re not animals. But you understand, Aries. Some of your happiest moments have been in communion with nature. Go ahead: Pound your chest, eat a banana with deep gorilla satisfaction. Get in touch with your animal side this week and strut around like the big, hairless monkey you are. TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) Just because you hang out with some fast-talking, brilliant and outrageous friends, you’re privy to many experiences that you might’ve missed out on otherwise. As a result, you’ve led a pretty lucky life. But sometimes you can’t help feeling that only a little of your good fortune was bought by your own merit. Whether or not that’s true, don’t feel bad about it. It’s you those amazing friends like, after all. Besides, this week you’ll get to do more than ride the coattails of your companions. They’ll be hanging on to your shirtsleeves or eating your dust. Now that it’s your lead, all that’s left to decide is: where will you take them (and yourself)? GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) Your desire for clarity won’t come from peering into a crystal ball, watching television or otherwise zoning out. I encourage
CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22) Lately you’ve been such a sweetie. The kind with a hard, shiny, candy shell and a soft, gooey center. You’ve been awfully worried that someone might crack that colorful exterior and expose the tenderness beneath. Fair enough, but don’t get too agitated. According to my astrological calculations, your vivid emotional exoskeleton should hold up just fine. You’re crunch-proof. However, even the most stubborn bonbons can hardly resist tender persistence. But should you meet the person who’s prepared to patiently dissolve your emotional defenses, I doubt you’ll be complaining as you melt in his or her capable mouth. LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) I often think of you as some kind of metaphysical yo-yo. Constantly spinning and twirling in a flurry of activity, while simultaneously swinging from the deeply familiar to the distant unknown (either emotionally, out in the “real world” or both) and back again. I’m so in awe at the way you maintain your self-awareness in the midst of all this motion. Now that I’ve called attention to this astounding ability of yours, I hope you won’t totally freak out when you notice the deeper and darker (read: more exciting and magical) waters you’re treading this week. VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22) New habits encounter resistance. The inertia of the past is as thick and ugly as raw sewage. The first week or three of going to the gym, you’re sore, aching—it’s so hard to drag yourself through that damn workout. For me, I used to (and still do, to some extent) struggle with writing. But I learned to overcome that painful reluctance because I can vividly recall how good it feels to complete a piece of work. Likewise, you can learn to dangle the potential pleasure of your new practices like a carrot in front of the jackass stubbornness of your inner opposition. Ideally, every moment of our lives should be made up of satisfying habits and joyful spontaneity. True, there’s a lot of necessary s--t that just can’t be enjoyed, but it’s your task this week to find or create at least one more thing that can. W
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CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19) Some people have that marvelous knack of applying soothing balm over a wound, stanching bleeding (physical or emotional) with a gentle word. Often, in the past, you’ve had the opposite effect, dismayingly—as if despite your intent to comfort and heal, you’re just rubbing salt in an open cut. Oh briny Goat-fish, I believe in the cautious goodness of your heart, and
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you to concentrate the diffusion of your thoughts into some manageable form. Perhaps you’ve been spending too much time living in your head. A brisk jog, scouring shower, or even mindful consumption of a clear glass of water can help remind you that you have a body, which is just as much a tool as your mind. Use it. When you’re done giving your brain a break, it just might be willing to let you use it again.
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VITO’S & GINO’S 949 Wyoming Ave, Forty Fort
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ATVs/Dune Buggies
HAWK 2011 UTILITY ATV
NEW!! Full size adult ATV. Strong 4 stroke motor. CVT fully automatic transmission with reverse. Electric start. Front & rear luggage racks. Long travel suspension. Disc brakes. Dual stage head lights. Perfect for hunters & trail riders alike. BRAND NEW & READY TO RIDE. $1,995 takes it away. 570-817-2952 Wilkes-Barre
TOMAHAWK`11
DODGE 02 VIPER GTS 10,000 MILES V10
6speed, collectors, this baby is 1 of only 750 GTS coupes built in 2002 and only 1 of 83 painted Race Yellow it still wears its original tires showing how it was babied. This car is spotless throughout and is ready for its new home. This vehicle is shown by appointment only. $39,999 or trade. 570-760-2365
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Autos under $5000
FORD 95 F150
4x4. 1 Owner. 91K. 4.8 engine, auto. Runs great. New paint, stake body with metal floor. 570-675-5046. Leave message, will return call. $4495.
MAZDA `90 MIATA Clean unmodified,
maintained. Recent clutch, brakes. good top. Inspected until 3/2013. $2500. Call or text 570407-4541 between 10 a.m. & 2:30 p.m (570) 407-4541
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FORD 02 MUSTANG
GTRedCONVERTIBLE with black top. 6,500 miles. One Owner. Excellent Condition. $17,500 570-760-5833
MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR 6 cylinder automatic. 52k original miles. $1500. OBO 570-899-1896
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570-301-3602 TOYOTA `03 HIGHLANDER
White. Original Owner. Garage kept. Excellent condition. $9,750. Neg. 570-677-3892
TOYOTA 04 CELICA GT
112K miles. Blue, 5 speed. Air, power windows/locks, CD/cassette, Keyless entry, sunroof, new battery. Car drives and has current PA inspection. Slight rust on corner of passenger door. Clutch slips on hard acceleration. This is why its thousands less than Blue Book value. $6,500 OBO. Make an offer! Call 570-592-1629
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96 Ford Taurus, 30 V6, 4 door, power window & door locks, A/C $1,800 96 Buick Skylark Auto, 4 door, 81K $2,300 00 Chevy S10 Blazer. 4 door. 4wd. Red. $2,500 96 Pontiac Grand Prix. White, Air, power windows & brakes, 4 door, runs good. 106K. $2,995 02 Ford Windstar 44K, auto, 6 cylinder, air, all power options, runs good. $4,600 95 Buick Park Ave 54k. $3,995 03 Ford Windstar LX, 6 cylinder, A/C, 94K, all power options, $4,300 94Cadillac Fleetwood Limo, ex cellent condition, 40K $6,000 93 UD Tow Truck with wheel lift. 64k. $10,000 04 Nissan Armada, 7 passenger. 4wd. Excellent condition. $11,900 09 Mercedes GL450, 7 passenger. Too many options to list. 30K miles. Garage kept. Cream puff. $47,000
Junk Cars, Used Cars & Trucks wanted. Cash paid. 574 -1275
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MERCEDES-BENZ `73 450SL with Convertible
removable hard top, power windows, AM /FM radio with cassette player, CD player, automatic, 4 new tires. Champagne exterior; Italian red leather interior inside. Garage kept, excellent condition. Priced to Sell! $23,000. Call 570-825-6272
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Boats & Marinas
FISHING BOAT. Like new. 16 1/2’ Trophy Fiberglass. 25 HP Johnson motor, 48 lb thrust, trolling motor with foot control. Recharger, pedestal front seat, carpeted floor. Live well, storage compartment. Excellent condition. $4500. 570-675-5046 after 12 noon
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Commercial Trucks & Equipment
CHEVY 08 3500 HD DUMP TRUCK 2WD, automatic.
Only 12,000 miles. Vehicle in like new condition. $19,000. 570-288-4322
CHEVY 08 3500 HD DUMP TRUCK 2WD, automatic.
Only 12,000 miles. Vehicle in like new condition. $19,000. 570-288-4322
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Motorcycles
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CHEVY 30 HOTROD COUPE $47,000
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Kit Car $5,500 OR TRADE JUST REDUCED (570) 655-4884
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MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE
1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995. Call 570-237-5119
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Motorcycles
HARLEY 10 DAVIDSON SPORTSTER CUSTOM Loud pipes. Near Mint 174 miles - yes, One hundred and seventy four miles on the clock, original owner. $8000. 570-876-2816
HONDA 05 750 SHADOW
Windshield, saddlebags & new battery. 2,190 Miles Garage Kept. Asking $4500. 570-430-3041
SUZUKI 01 VS 800 GL INTRUDER Garage kept, no rust, lots of chrome, black with teal green flake. Includes storage jack & 2 helmets. $3600 570-410-1026
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YAMAHA 97 ROYALSTAR 1300
12,000 miles. With windshield. Runs excellent. Many extras including gunfighter seat, leather bags, extra pipes. New tires & battery. Asking $4,000 firm. (570) 814-1548
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FOREST RIVER`08 5TH WHEEL
Model 8526RLS Mountain Top,PA $18,500 570-760-6341
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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans
MITSUBISHI `11
or/exterior, start/ stop engine with keyless entry, heated seats, 18” alloy wheels, many extra features. Only Low Miles. 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty. $22,500. Willing to negotiate. Serious inquires only - must sell, going to law school. (570) 793-6844
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BUYING USED VEHICLES
Call Vitos & Ginos 949 Wyoming Ave,
Forty Fort, PA
288-8995
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Auto Parts
FORD 02 EXPLORER
Red, XLT, Original non-smoking owner, garaged, synthetic oil since new, excellent in and out. New tires and battery. 90,000 miles. $7,500 (570) 403-3016 LAND ROVER ‘97 DISCOVERY inspected runs well $1800. RANGE ROVER ‘95 CLASSIC runs well not inspected $1500.
NISSAN `04 PATHFINDER ARMADA Excellent condition.
Too many options to list. Runs & looks excellent. $10,995 570-655-6132 or 570-466-8824
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OUTLANDER SPORT SE AWD, Black interi-
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570-239-4163 or 570-675-9847 leave message
All ready to ride, electric start, automatic transmission, disk brakes, rear luggage trunk, under seat storage, around 100 mpg, fully street legal, all ready to go! only $1,595. Call 570-817-2952
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LEASING CONSULTANT/ RESIDENT COORDINATOR
Local apartment community is looking for a friendly and energetic person to join our team. Applicants must be detail oriented, dependable, & capable of working independently. Candidates should be familiar in an office setting, be proficient in Microsoft products, and possess exceptional customer service/ people skills. This position offers competitive pay with benefits. The position may have occasional evening and weekends. Opportunity for a new and exciting career for the right individual. (Bilingual a plus) Please send resume to: EagleRidge01 @comcast.net or mail to Eagle Ridge, Attn: Property Manager 9 Beverly Drive, Edwardsville, PA 18704. EOE
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FIRST IBERTY ANK & TRUST is seeking a friendly, dependable, motivated Customer Service Rep (CSR)/Teller with good communication skills and a smiling face to join our bank happy team. This position is 30 hours per week located in our Wilkes-Barre Branch at 64 N. Franklin St. We are looking for an individual who will be responsible for determining customer needs, providing excellent customer service and cross selling products and services. Excellent communication skills and organizational skills, proficient math skills, thorough knowledge of bank products and a minimum of 3 years bank experience are required. This position offers a professional work environment, competitive pay and benefits package. To be considered a candidate for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a letter of interest and résumé along with a completed and signed First Liberty Bank application (found @ www.firstliberty bank.com) to
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IMMEDIATE opening for Concrete Laborer to perform a wide range of duties including but not limited to: strips and cleans concrete forms, pours concrete, shovels, vibrates, and finishes. Apply in person. McCarroll Precast 1129 Old Route 115 Dallas, PA Call 570-675-2717 ext. 2. Email Resume to mccarrollprecast@ epix.net Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130
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RN Unit Manager
Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades
533
Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
Full time.
RN Supervisor
Full time. 11p.m.-7:30 a.m. shift. Long term care experience and BSN preferred. Supervisory and/or management experience required. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Colleen Knight:
Jewish Home of Eastern PA 1101 Vine Street Scranton, PA 18510
Phone: 344-6177, ext.140/Fax: 344-6859
Or email: cknight2@frontier.com EOE
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Education/ Training
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Education/ Training
INSTALLERS
Experience Necessary! Steel carports, garages and buildings. Training and tools provided. Some overnight stays. LOTS OF WORK, BUSY SEASON!! K EYSTONE C ARPORTS 570-674-0828
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Education
CUSTOMER SERVICE/ DATADENTRY S D ISCOUNT ANCE PLY, FORTY FORT,
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Logistics/ Transportation
WATER TANKER DRIVER Part time/part time
days & nights with experience. Must have clean MVR and pass DOT requirements. Pay is based on experience. Call 570-8990336 between 8am & 6pm
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527 Food Services/ Hospitality
PIZZA BAKERS/ COUNTER HELP
needed for busy pizza shop in W-B. Experience preferred but not necessary. Dependability a must. Nights & weekend work available. Contact Bill Ricci 570-574-3991
SERVERS
Full or Part Time Apply in person
OWest LLIES RESTAURANT Side Mall Edwardsville
SERVERS, LINE COOKS AND DISHWASHERS M R ’ R EL
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832 Salem Blvd Berwick Across from PPL APPLY IN PERSON
FULL TIME PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT for busy walk in family practice for both Berwick and Hazleton locations. Bilingual a plus. Please forward resumes to: alleymed@pa. metrocast.net or Fax: 570-759-1642
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The qualified candidate should be experienced in alignments, air-conditioning, and diagnostics. State inspection license and ASE certifications preferred. Valid PA Driver License a must! Health Insurance, Vision & Dental, 401K Retirement Plan, paid holidays, vacation, closed Sundays, Employee training programs and discounts! Positions are available at our Dallas, Kingston and Wilkes-Barre locations. Apply now by phone at
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PERSONAL CARE AIDES 3pm-11pm & 11pm-7am. H.S. Diploma or GED required
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Sales/Retail/ Business Development
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
CMS East, Inc. is one of the largest family owned and operated cemetery corporations in the country. We are looking for experienced sales people to service new & existing accounts. If you’re looking for a career, rather than a job, please call Monday-Friday, 675-3283 for an appointment. www.CMSEast.com
600 FINANCIAL 630 Money To Loan
MACHINIST Local food manufacturer seeks experienced machinist. Nardone Bros. 123 Hazle St. Wilkes Barre, PA. 18702 Fax Resume: 570-823-2581 Attn: Mario Nardone
SEWING MACHINE OPERATORS A. Rifkin Co., home to many of the valley’s best sewers for over 100 years, is currently seeking full or part time experienced Sewing Machine Operators to join our Apparel Division. Factory sewing experience required. We offer a great work environment, competitive base pay plus incentive, as well as a complete benefits package. Email aroberts@arifkin.com stop in, or visit
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Furniture & Accessories
CHAIRS, (2) Genuine leather, custom made recliners. Taupe color, like new. $550 each. SOFA, CHAIR, OTTOMAN, 3 TABLES, great for den. Wood and cloth, all in excellent condition. $450. Call after 12 noon 570-675-5046
PINE LOFT BEDROOM SUITE: Includes 3 dresser
drawers, book shelve, desk with drawers, and closet. Asking 1000.00 or best offer. ALSO HESS TRUCKS in mint condition, never out of the boxes. From 19952005 asking 35. each. Call after 6:00 570-417-1088
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OPENSPACE YEAR ROUND ACE SP AVAILABLE INSIDE & OUT Acres of parking
OUTSIDE SPACES - $10
700 MERCHANDISE 702
to apply.
1400 Sans Souci Parkway Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18703 Fax: 825-5282 E-mail: aroberts@arifkin.com Equal Opportunity Employer
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Air Conditioners
AIR CONDITIONER, 10,000 BTU, Emerson. Good working condition, automatic shutoff $30. 570-824-3092
708
Antiques & Collectibles
“History of Luzerne County 1892” & “History of Luzerne & Lackawanna County & Wyoming 1786 to 1880”. $300 for both. 570-283-1233
Saturday 10am-2pm Sunday 8am-4pm
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674-2646 758 Miscellaneous CAR RAMPS, steel, $40. POST HOLE DIGGER, $15 570-288-4852
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baseball, football, basketball, hockey & non-sports. Sets, singles & wax. Also buying comics. 570-212-0398
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BOOKS hardcover & paperback, various Authors, 2 Boxes $20. a box. Bread Machine, like new $20. Sleeping bags—-4 of them $10, $15. $20.$25. like new. 4 shelf corner unit $20. TV, 19” Curtis Mathes Color with remote, $15. Calculator, Texas Instrument. New, $40 570-474-6028
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Other
Dogs
PAWS TO CONSIDER.... ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website.
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Other
Dogs
BORDER COLLIES
REGISTERED. Both parents on premises. Veterinary checked & ready to go. $650. Please call 570-204-2549
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by Owner 4 PARK STREET Ranch, 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Corner lot. Gas heat, 2 car garage. $96,000. 570-823-8833
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HANOVER TWP.
HUNLOCK CREEK
HUNTING/FISHING RETREAT
New Construction. Lot #2, Fairway Estates. 2,700 square feet, tile & hardwood on 1st floor. Cherry cabinets with center island. $399,500. For more details: patrickdeats.com 570-696-1041
KINGSTON
142 Poplar St. Fully remodeled, move in ready! 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath. Modern kitchen, all stainless steel appliances, marble counter tops, custom cabinets. Beautiful fenced in back yard with deck and firepit. A MUST SEE!!! $127,900 For additional details or to see home call 570-239-2882
Spectacular, remodeled, two story house situated on 110 wooded acres. It’s an outdoor’s persons dream come true. Featuring a 20+ acre fishing lake & four small ponds, woods & fields with deer, turkey, bear & grouse. Home boasts breathtaking views of the lake & woods. Perfect for Hunt Club or very special home. Most furnishings included. Serious, pre-qualified inquiries only. Asking $575,000. Call Jim Stachelek or email jims@prudential keystone.com Prudential Keystone Properties 215-896-8860
WILKES-BARRE 14 Thompson St. 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath. Offstreet parking with garage. Deck. New kitchen and bath. Good location, Must See! $84,500. 570-417-9970
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NANTICOKE
1472 S. Hanover St. Well maintained bilevel. This home features 2 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, recreation room with propane stove. Walk out to a 3 season porch. Professionally landscaped yard. 1 car garage, storage shed, new appliances, ceiling fans. Close to LCCC. $163,900. Call 570-735-7594
PITTSTON TWP.
23 Ridge Street 4 Bedroom Colonial Home in Pocono Ridge Estates. Large 2 Car Garage, Paved Driveway, Electric Heat & Central Air, 1.5 Baths, Large Eat in Kitchen & Dining Room. Double Deck with Hot Tub. Low Taxes. $219,000 Call 570-212-1404
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124 School Street 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths 1566 sq ft $134,900 (570) 313-5571
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HOMES AVAILABLE Homes available in Birchwood Vil lage Estates. Estates 2 and 3 bedrooms. Rent-to-own available. CALL TODAY! 570-613-0719
2 baths, concrete porch 3/4 around the house, garage. On six acres. Stonework, stone fireplace, heat with wood or oil. Commercial cook stove. Beautiful view. Well above flood or high water. Some farm equipment, track loader. With gas & oil rights. $350,000 570-665-9054
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NANTICOKE Nice, clean, 1 bed-
room, water, sewer, garbage fee included.Washer/dryer, refrigerator & stove availability. Security, $465/month. No pets, no smoking. 570-542-5610
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Apartments/ Unfurnished
DALLAS New renovated. 3
bedrooms, 2 baths. Granite countertops, hardwood floors, fireplace, all appliances, washer/dryer hookup. Off-street parking, no pets. $1,200/ month + gas. Call (570)709-4411
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Newly remodeled 1 bedroom, 1 bath, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher & washer/dryer hookup, no pets, front & side porches, $550/month + utilities & security. Call (570)335-8258
HANOVER TWP.
1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, all appliances provided, off-street parking, no pets, no smoking. Heat, sewer, hot water included. $550 per month + 1st & last month & $400 security deposit. Section 8 not accepted. 570-852-0252
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HANOVER Repossessed
Income Property & Duplex Home. Out of flood area On same lot. 7 apartments, 5 in excellent condition. Hardwood floors. $119,000 570-822-9697
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FORTY FORT HEAT/HOT
WATER/TRASH INCLUDED! 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, refrigerator & stove, coin operated washer/dryer on premises, new carpeting and paint throughout, offstreet parking, no pets, no smoking. $625/mo.+ security & lease. Available Immediately. (570) 760-4830
JENKINS TWP.
AVAILABLE NOW! 3-4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, dining room, large living room, kitchen, stove, off street parking. Heat and water included. $875/month, security, credit check & references.
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KINGSTON - 2 APTS.
902 MARKET ST. One very large 2 bedroom apartment washer/ dryer hookup, all appliances, recently renovated, quiet neighborhood, landlord pays water. $650/ month per unit. 5 ROSS ST. 1 bedroom available. Private parking. Quiet neighborhood. $600 and $650. 1 month rent & security. Available now! Near college. 570-656-7125
2nd floor, 5 rooms new stove, fridge, w a s h e r / d r y e r. Clean. No pets. 1 year lease. Security required. $575 + utilities. 570-574-2602
KINGSTON MUST SEE!! Elegant 3rd floor of historic home in charming neighborhood. 2 bedrooms. All stainless kitchen, washer/dryer. Newly renovated, hardwood floors, private deck, 2 car garage, air, security system, wifi, intercom & keyless entry. all utilities. $1,300 + security & references. 570-288-6686.
LARKSVILLE 4 Room Apartment
above garage. $425. Mo. + utilities, 1 Year lease with $500. security deposit. 570-793-3389.
LARKSVILLE
Modern 2 bedroom ranch, central heat & air, tile bath & Laminate floors, all appliances included, off street parking. $800 includes heat. 570-760-1045
LARKSVILLE
KINGSTON
FREE HEAT 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, off-street parking, small pets OK. $600/month + 1 month deposit. Call 570-262-1577
KINGSTON 1st Ave. 1 bedroom,
3 bedrooms, 1 bath, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, yard. $650/month + 1 month security & utilities. Call 570-817-0410
183 Zerby Ave 2 bedrooms, 1 tile bath with shower. No pets. $575/ month + utilities & security 570-779-4609 570-407-3991
single occupancy, off-street parking, no pets, references, $450 + utilities. Call 570-655-9229
KINGSTON 2nd & 3rd floor, 2
bedroom, appliances included, central air, off street parking. washer & dryer. Back yard. $550 plus utilities. No pets. Call 570-287-9631 or 570-696-3936
NANTICOKE
WILKES-BARRE
1 bedroom, new floors and paint. Off street parking, w/d hookup $425 plus utilities & security. 570-822-7657
Apartments/ Unfurnished
PITTSTON
NEWLY REMODELED 3 bedrooms, 1.5 LUZERNE
REMODELED PERFECTION
2 bedrooms, 2nd floor, high quality, maple kitchens, tiled baths/vanities, all appliances with laundry in unit, gas fireplace, covered carports, glass enclosed porches. $750 + UTILITIES 2 YEAR SAME. NO PETS/ NO SMOKING/ EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.
Managed America Realty 570-288-1422
NANTICOKE
Nice, clean, 2 bedrooms sewer water, trash collection included. Stove, fridge, washer dryer availability. No pets, no smoking. Security. $565/month. Call 570-542-5610
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5 room & bath, 2 bedroom, wall to wall carpet. No pets. Gas stove. $425 month + security. (570) 639-5882 570-406-6530
LUZERNE
2nd floor, 1 bedroom, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking. No pets. Heat, water & hot water included. $495/month, 570-477-6018, leave message.
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bath, eat-in kitchen, wall to wall carpeting throughout, washer /dryer hookup, full basement, off street parking, gas heat. $650. month + utilities & security. No Pets. 570-905-6945
PITTSTONHUGHESTOWN Large modern 1 bedroom apartment, includes refrigerator, stove, washer dryer hookup, new carpet and freshly painted, great neighborhood, off street parking, gas heat and hot water. $525. No pets 479-6722.
PLYMOUTH
TWO SPACIOUS APARTMENTS: 2 BEDROOM 1 bath + office space / nursery. $700. 2 BEDROOM 2 bath + office space/nursery $750. Very clean living space. Tenant pays utilities. Very affordable sewer/off street parking included. New carpet throughout. Contact 570-8519656 for more details to set up a walk through. NO SECTION 8. NO CEO. No smoking indoors. We are looking for reliable trustworthy people to rent clean living space. CLOSE TO WYOMING VALLEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL AND MAIN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
PLYMOUTH TWP.
2nd floor. 2 bedroom, large rooms. Plenty of closet space, off street parking. $450/mo + utilities and security. No Pets. 570-779-7777
TRUCKSVILLE 3 bedrooms,
OLD FORGE
Connell St. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Totally remodeled. Kitchen appliances. Large fenced in yard. $700/month. (570) 299-0298
PITTSTON
Large 1st floor apartment. 1 bedroom washer/dryer hookup, water, sewer & heat included, off street parking, $675/ month + security 570-443-0770
refrigerator & stove, washer/ dryer hookup, laundry room, off-street parking, no pets or smoking. $700/ month + electric, gas & hot water, 1 month security, references & background check. 570-592-2902
WHITE HAVEN
Route 940. Large 2 bedroom near I-80 & PA Tpke. Fresh paint, w/w carpet, stove & refrigerator. Water, sewer & garbage included. No pets. $630 + electricity & security deposit. 570-443-9639
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2 bedrooms, 2nd floor stove & refrigerator included, laundry hookup, carport off-street parking, no pets. Heat and water included. $650/ mo. security & references required. 570-299-7153
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WILKES-BARRE 63 ELIZABETH ST.
2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, rear porch, gas heat, laundry room, fridge & stove. Absolutely no pets. 600 month plus utilities & 1 month security. Reference check. (570) 472-9453
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1st floor 3 bedroom apt. Washer /dryer hookup $600/month + utilities & 1 month security. 139 Sambourne St. Section 8 okay. No pets. 570-460-6173
WILKES-BARRE 3 bedroom, 1st
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518 N. Main St. 3 bedrooms, 2nd floor, Stove, fridge included. Washer / dryer hookup. Eat in kitchen. Off street parking, 1 car. Tenant pays gas & electric. Water included. NO PETS. $525+ security, Call 570-814-1356
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BRESLAU
2 bedroom, w/w carpeting, washer dryer, stove incl. Tenant pays utilities. No pets, Security and references required. $600/mo 570-823-0941 DUPONT Large modern 2 bedroom half double with interior attic and basement access, includes refrigerator, stove, washer dryer hookup, new carpet and freshly painted, great neighborhood, plenty of parking, heat included. $725. No pets. 479-6722
EDWARDSVILLE
6 SPACIOUS ROOMS Freshly painted, newer carpeting, full basement, yard, gas heat, adequate closets. $635 month + security and utilities. No smoking. Some pets okay. 908-392-2494
DALLAS Rt. 309
Multi-use Property 1st floor office space, high traffic area, plenty of parking. $500/ month + electric. Security & lease. 570-675-2031
DOLPHIN PLAZA
Rte. 315 2,400 Sq. Ft. professional office space with beautiful view of Valley & Casino. will divide office / retail Call 570-829-1206
KINGSTON
22 & 24 Penn St. Two (2) newly remodeled 1/2 doubles in nice neighborhood. HOUSE #1 & HOUSE #2: Gas heat, new flooring throughout, off street parking, walk up attic, washer /dryer hook up, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. NOTE: HOUSE #2 has newly remodeled kitchen. $725 /month plus security deposit. References required. 570-714-2431 Extension 137
KINGSTON
Sprague Ave. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1st floor duplex, New w/w carpeting & hardwood floors. Convenient to Wyoming Ave. Washer/dryer hookup, basement storage. Reduced! $520/month + utilities, security, lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294
KINGSTON
Sprague Ave. Charming, spacious 6 room, 2 bedroom duplex, includes 2nd & 3rd floor. Ample closets. Washer /dryer hook-up. $575/ month + utilities, security & lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294
4 bedrooms, newly carpeted. Living room, dining room, laminated flooring. Kitchen, w/d hookup, dishwasher, fridge, stove, 1.5 baths. Large attic and basement. Deck, off street parking. First, last and security required. No pets or smoking. $875 month 570-655-9167
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2 bedroom, newly renovated, custom oak kitchen cabinets, tile floors, paddle fans, 1.5 baths. Off street parking, deck and patio, $800 + utilities; gas, electric and water, washer dryier hookup. References required, no pets or smoking. 570-779-4609 570-407-3991
3 half double, Freshly cleaned & painted. Tenant pays all utilities including sewer. $585 plus security. Call (570) 357-0712
PLAINS
Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath with Victorian charm with hardwood floors, neutral decor, stained glass window, large kitchen. Washer /dryer hook-up, off-street parking. $700 month + utilities, security & lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294
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315 PLAZA 1,750 SQ. FT. & 2,400 SQ.FT OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206
950
Half Doubles
3 bedroom, 1 bath, hardwood, washer / dryer & stove, close to schools. $700 + utilities, security, references, lease required. 570-283-3086
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2100 SQ. FT. SPACE. 2 overhead garage doors, close to Route 81. $300 per month. 570-592-3575,
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3/4 bedroom, 1 bath. Located on Academy St. $650 + utilities & security. Small pets OK with extra security. Call 570-262-1577
WILKES-BARRE
HALF DOUBLE 3 bedrooms, one full bath, living & dining rooms, washer and dryer hookup. Gas heat. $550/month plus utilities, security & lease. No pets. call 570-407-3995
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52 SLYVANUS St. Single family home for rent. 1,450 sq ft. 3 bedrooms with closets. First floor tile bath, 1st floor washer/dryer hookup, new gas water heater, new carpets, modern kitchen, ceiling fan, new gas stove, dead bolt locks, enclosed front porch, basement, residential street, fenced yard, 1 car private driveway, 1 car garage. 1 year lease. 1 month security. Background checks. $790 plus utilities. call Bill 215-527-8133
REGENT STREET HALF DOUBLE For Rent. Huge Living Room. 2 Large Bedrooms Call: 570-262-1660 $575.00 a Month First and Last Month Rent
WILKES-BARRE SOUTH
WILKES-BARRE/SOUTH 3 bedroom, 1.5
Nice neighborhood, close to schools and parks, newly remodeled, 3-4 BR, no pets, $800/m + util. Sec & lease req 570-606-6184
baths, small yard, front porch, off street parking. $565/month security required. Tenant pays all utilities. 570-357-0712
4 bedrooms, 3 baths, full modern house, off street parking. Pet friendly $1,100/month. Call Will @ 570-417-5186 KINGTSTON
3 BEDROOMS
1.5 baths in quiet residential neighborhood. Central air, all appliances including washer/ dryer on 1st floor. Off street parking. Deck. Basement & attic storage. No pets. Non smoking. References & security. $1,150. month + utilities. Call after 6 pm 570-814-6714
TRUCKSVILLE/ BACK MOUNTAIN 3 bedrooms, eat in
dining room, dishwasher, large yard, off street parking. Newly renovated. $860 plus utilities. 570-288-0829
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