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Local law enforcement officers will be cracking down on impaired driving through increased sobriety checkpoints, roving and saturation patrols, and other enforcement methods over the Fourth of July holiday. Impaired-driving crashes killed 10,228 people in 2010, accounting for 31 percent of all traffic-related deaths in the United States. That’s an average of one alcohol-impaired driving fatality every 51 minutes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. According to the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, the Fourth of July holiday period (6 p.m. July 2- 5:59 a.m. July 6) is deadly. In 2010 during the holiday, 392 people were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes. Of those fatalities 39 percent were in crashes that involved at least one driver or motorcycle operator with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 higher. PennDOT Safety Press Officer Michael Taluto offered basic guidelines to stay safe over the holiday weekend. “Don’t drink and drive or text and drive,” Taluto said. “Make sure you are wearing a seatbelt and that children are in a child care seat, and be aware of aggressive drivers. It’s all about keeping your family safe.”
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Earl Granville (center) is seen lifting the first wall with General Contractor Ken Kurtz (to his left) and President of the Lackawanna Home Builders Association Bart Sacco (to his right). Also shown, Lackawanna County Commissioner Patrick O’Malley (far left).
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SCOTT TWP. - It was a hero’s welcome to Scott Twp. on June 29 for Army Staff Sergeant Earl Granville. With fire trucks on both sides of the road and a huge American flag draped between them, lining the entrance way to the building site. Members of the Wilkes-Barre recruitment company,
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Lake Winola resident Joe Peters recalls love of area, theater
Abington Community Library enlists young foodie for teen series.
traditions in the community. It’s a facility that hosts more than 500 events a year.” SCRANTON - When the He said the center hosts Board of Directors offered him a job as executive direc- everything from educational programs, lecture series, band tor of the Scranton Cultural Center, Joe Peters stepped up concerts to dance companies. “We pride ourselves on this to the plate. being a place for the commuSome may remember him as the son of former Scranton nity,” said Peters. “We donate approximately $100,000 mayor Gene Peters. Others may know him as the host of a radio show on 94.3FM. And others may know him as the one running the show for the past 10 months as the new executive director at the Scranton Cultural Center. “It’s an honor to be given the opportunity to shepherd the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple and bring it forward,” said Peters. “It’s an incredible place architecturally. It’s got great BY BEN FREDA Abington Journal Correspondent
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Friends of the Forgotten and the Lakeland Jr./Sr. High School marching band led Granville, 28, to his new home. The veteran, who was severely wounded in Afghanistan, will have an easier time in the next few months thanks to a non-profit organization,
CLARKS SUMMIT- By a unanimous vote of 7-0, the Abington Heights School Board passed a $42.45 million budget for 2012-13 that has no millage increase. The millage rate will stay at 117.35. A mill is $1 in tax for each $1,000 in assessed property value. The district is using $1.7 million of the approximately $18 million the district has available in its total reserves in order to balance the budget, according to Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Mahon. Mahon discussed some of the sacrifices that had to be made in order to pass the budget. “We eliminated 17 teaching positions in the last two years, along with about 10 percent of our support staff,” Mahon said. “This year there will be an increase in class sizes at the elementary school and with the elimination of two teaching positions at the high school there may some electives cut. “We’ve been really trying to tighten up and build efficiency in our operations, but even with all that we’re still not balanced.” Board member Jeanne Cadman expressed concern that the district has not experienced a drop in taxes despite making several cuts. “We haven’t had a millage rate decrease despite the reduction of staff which is a direct correlation to the fact that expenditures, especially on the employment side continue to rise exponentially,” Cadman said. “That is where our work lies.” Board members Michael
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Cooking inspiration rom the time she was a little girl watching cooking shows on television while most children her age were watching cartoons, Anastasia Wardach, of Clarks Summit, wanted to be a chef. “I’ve loved food ever since I was very young,” she said. “I have such vivid memories of sitting on the kitchen counter watching my dad tie a braciole (flank steak filled with cheese, tied with butchers twine, and cooked in a tomato sauce), making bread in tuna cans with my mom and happily serving my family imaginary dinners I had
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AT RIGHT: A parade of people arrive to honor Earl Granville and volunteer for the Homes for Our Troops organization. AT FAR RIGHT: Earl Granville was on his third deployment when a roadside bomb in Afghanistan left him with severe leg injuries.
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Anastasia Wardach, 17, of Clarks Summit, will instruct a teen cooking class at the Abington Community Library July 11 from 6 to 8 p.m.
created out of sand, shells and seaweed during vacations to the beach.” In summer 2007, Wardach found inspiration and direction for her dream of becoming a chef at the Abington Community Library, where Natural Chef Toby Landon taught a teen cooking class on See Cooking, Page 8
worth of free space for other non-profits to conduct meetings, fundraisers and events. We have almost 200,000 people who come through the doors every year for these various activities.” Although the Lake Winola resident has a career background in law, he is no See Arts, Page 7
During his years attending King’s College, , Joe Peters was president of the King’s Players, the school’s acting ensemble.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR CHILDREN AND TEEN SUMMER CAMPS Comm Camp, at The Waverly Community House, 1115 North Abington Road, Waverly, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Weekdays, June 25 through August 3. A six-week summer day camp for Pre-K through Grade seven. Info: www.waverlycomm.org or 586.8191, ext. 2. RailCamp, July 8 – 13 at Steamtown National Historic Site. For high school students. RailCampers selected for participation in this year’s program will receive an introduction to the principles of historic preservation, gain first-hand experience in railroad operations and explore a variety of transportation career opportunities. Info/register: http:// railcamp.com/program/railcamp. The Andrew Kettel Basketball Camp, July 9 through 12 from 12:45 to 4:15 p.m. at Backcourt Hoops, 5 West Olive Plaza, Scranton. For fifth through ninth grade students. Covers shooting, offensive moves and ball handling. Cost: $75 with pre-registration or $85 walk-in (if space is available). Info: www.backcourthoops.com. Countryside Community Church Vacation Bible School, July 9 - 13 at 14001 Church Hill Road. The theme is “National Park: My God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” Will begin each night at 5:30 with a light supper and conclude at 8 p.m. Ages three sixth grade. Register: 587.3206 or countrysidechurch@yahoo.com. Deanna Klingman’s Girls Basketball Offensive Skills Clinic, July 9 through 13 at The University of Scranton Long Center Gymnasium, at 9 a.m. For girls ages 8 through 16. Pre-registration required. Cost: $110. Info: 941.6660 or klingmand2@scranton.edu. Physical Theatre for the Young Actors, Weekdays July 9 through 27 at McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This three-week camp for ages 8 to 12 includes experience involving physical movement, timing, clowning and storytelling culminating in an original stage adaptation of “The Little Prince” by Antoine de SaintExupery. Cost: $450. Info: www.thescrantonplayers.com, 941.6327 or richard.larsen@scranton.edu. Space Quest, July 9 -13 at Clarks Green Assembly of God Church, from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. for children ages four to 12. A kid-friendly light dinner will be offered at 4:30 p.m. each night with the VBS activities beginning at 5 p.m. sharp. Pre-registration may be made at cgassembly.com, by calling the office at 586.8286, or at the church office.Cost: free, donations accepted. Fourth Annual Lackawanna Trail Lion Club Football Camp, July 16 and 17 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. on the game
Church seeks used clothing to be donated to area needy The Country Alliance Church, 14014 Orchard Drive, Clarks Summit will accept clothing donations July 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to benefit the Keystone Rescue Missions Alliance, Scranton. Slightly used and very used clothing will be accepted along with purses and shoes. The slightly used clothing will be distributed to people in need and the very used clothing will be sold for rags. For more information, call 587.2885.
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St. Joseph’s Auxiliary plans summer festival Lynn Gavin and Roseann Brutico, co-presidents of the St. Joseph’s Center Auxiliary, announced the Annual Summer Festival will be held July 27, 28 and 29 on the campus of Marywood University. The Summer Festival is the largest fundraiser of the Auxiliary and includes the WNEP Telethon and Go Joe Bike Ride. More than 600 adults belong to the Auxiliary which dates from 1888 and more than 50 teens belong to the Junior Auxiliary which began in 2008. The Annual Telethon sponsored by WNEP-TV will be held July 27 and 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. WNEP meteorologist Joe Snedeker will ride his bicycle for several hundred miles to benefit St. Joe’s throughout the week leading up to the Telethon. The festival will be held from 4 to 10 p.m. July 27 and 28 and on July 29from 1 to 9 p.m. For details, contact St. Joseph’s Center at 570.963.1290 or visit www.stjosephscenter.org. Shown, seated, from left: Karen Clifford; Sister Maryalice Jacquinot, IHM, President and CEO of St. Joseph’s Center; Lynn Gavin, Auxiliary Co-President; Roseann Brutico, Auxiliary Co-President; Lisa Davis; Faith Foley. Standing: Terri Crambo, Jean Corcoran, Terry Pidgeon, Judy DeSarro, Suzanne Fletcher, Cindy Wynn, Lisa Malos, Laurie Bzdick, Kathy Sallavanti, Kandy Taylor, Jan Needham and Jean McDonald.
field of the Lackawanna Trail High School. For ages 6 – 14. Each camper will receive position specific instruction and coaching on the fundamentals of blocking and tackling, how to get into a solid football stance, how to use their ‘power angles’, stretching, agility, proper form running technique, and teamwork. Each camper will receive a camp T-shirt and be eligible for prizes. Cost: $20 if registered by July 13, $25 if registering at door. Info: 335.3768 or jerviss@ltsd.org. Anthracite Heritage Museum Camp, July 17 through 20 from 9 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum. Rain or shine. For boys and girls ages 7 to 12. Campers will learn about the heritage and history of Pa. through stories, crafts, food, music and hands-on activities. Cost: $50 (includes all snacks and supplies). Info/registration: 963.4804. "SKY" Vacation Bible School, July 23 – 27 from 5:45 – 8:30 p.m. at Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, 1310 Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit. Closing at 10 a.m. July 29. For Ages two through completion of sixth grade. Cost: Free. Register: www.bigbibleschool.com. Info: 587.2571 Harmony Heart Camp Day Camp, at the camp, 1557 Heart Lake Rd, Scott Twp, July 30 August 3 from 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. For ages 7 - 12. Activities include: swimming, soccer, archery, boating, basketball, crafts, fishing, volleyball, nature study and more. Also includes a daily interdenominational chapel session with songs, a skit and Bible lesson
with discussion. Lunches and snacks are provided. Cost: $120 (family discount available). Optional overnight Campout Thursday night for 11-12 year old campers is an additional $15. Info: 254.6272. DAILY EVENTS July 5: Dalton Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Meeting, at the Dalton Fire Hall at 6:30 p.m. Rich Wilson’s Independence Day Spectacular, at the Radisson Hotel, 700 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. The event starts with luncheon at noon, followed by Rich Wilson, who will pay tribute to America with a repertoire of patriotic songs and a selection of pop favorites from Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Johnnie Ray, and more. Cost: $31. Reservations (required): 226.6207. July 7: Country Alliance Church Multi-family Garage Sale, at the church on Orchard Drive, Clarks Summit (across from the Red Barn Village Newton) from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Vendors wanted. Vendor cost: $10. Info: 388.2577 or 388.2674. Used Clothing Drive, at Country Alliance Church, 14014 Orchard Drive, Clarks Summit, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. To benefit the Keystone Rescue Missions Alliance, Scranton. Slightly used and very used clothing will be accepted along with purses and shoes. Info: www.countryalliance.com, 587.2885 or 945.3641. Introduction to Family Canoe Paddling, at Lackawanna State Park at 9 a.m. A free four-hour program for families
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with children age eight and older. Participants will learn about regulations, equipment, safety and paddling skills. Register (required): www.visitPAparks.com or 945.7110. Chicken or Ribs Barbeque Dinner, at St. Michael’s Center, 403 Delaware St., Jermyn, from noon to 3 p.m. Sponsored by St. Michael’s Orthodox Church. Eat in or take out. Cost: $10 for chicken, $12 for ribs. Info/orders: 876.1456. July 9: 19th Annual Allied Services Jack Newman Classic, at the Country Club of Scranton. Co-sponsored by TR Technology Solutions and First Liberty Bank & Trust. The event marks the 19th anniversary honoring the Newman family’s support and memorializing Allied Services’ first president, Jack Newman. Dalton Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Bingo, at the Dalton Fire Co. Hall 6:45 p.m. July 10: Dalton Fire Company Annual Carnival, continuing through July 14., gates opening at 6 p.m. Music by Dave Williams on Tuesday, Hell Yo on Wednesday, Crystal Skies on Thursday, The Look on Friday, and Mace In Dickson on Saturday. Antique and Classic Car Cruise at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Firemen’s Parade at 7 p.m. Friday. Fireworks at 10 p.m. Saturday. The Knights of Columbus BINGO Night, at Our Lady of Snows Church in the Gathering Room at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Cost: No cover charge, bingo cards are 50 cents each or three for $1. Info: 587.1390.
Editor: My brother Mike’s Christmas present from his fiancée, now wife, Liz, was tickets to a Pittsburgh Penguins game March 25, 2011. A few weeks before the game, Mike had been sick with a cough and cold, a fever that wouldn’t break, and terrible fatigue. Two days prior to the game, Mike decided to go to the doctor because he wasn’t feeling any better. Thankfully, our family doctor gave Mike a prescription for blood work. The morning of the game, Mike went for blood work. A few hours later, and almost into Pittsburgh, he received a phone call advising him to go to the nearest emergency room. His platelet count was 31,000. A normal platelet count is between 150,000 and 450,000. Platelets help the blood to clot. Mike was admitted that evening to UPMC Shadyside Hospital, and a week later diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, a cancer of the myeloid line of blood cells that allow for a rapid growth of abnormal white blood cells. Mike was given a heavy dose of induction chemotherapy to bring down cancer cells in his bone marrow to less than 5 percent. After it was confirmed that the chemo had worked, there was a decision that needed to be made: Continue with four consolidation chemotherapy in hopes of sustaining his remission or a stem cell transplant. A stem cell transplant replaces a patient’s stem cells with a matching donor’s healthy stem cells to suppress the disease and restore the patient’s immune system. Both options carry risks . Mike chose chemotherapy. I received a call from a stem cell transplant coordinator at UPMC. They wanted me to be tested to see if I was a match to donate my stem cells if Mike needed them in the future. I stood a 25 percent chance of being Mike’s perfect match even though I was his sister. I was indeed Mike’s match. By the end of October, Mike finished chemotherapy. In the beginning of November, he went back to Pittsburgh for a bone marrow biopsy . A week later he received a call from his doctor in Pittsburgh: marrow results weren’t clear and the cancer was still there. Mike was told to report back to Pittsburgh at the end of December, a week after his wedding, for further testing. He needed to go back sooner. On Dec. 5, two weeks to his wedding, blood work showed that Mike’s leukemia relapsed. He needed to get back to Pittsburgh, the wedding needed to be postponed and the stem cell transplant was definite. A few days later Mike was told that he would be granted a “wish” through the hospital’s “Wish Project”: Mike and Liz were married in the chapel at Shadyside Hospital among
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Sister and brother Kimberly and Michael Meoni, Scott Township.
family and friends Dec. 17, 2011. Shortly after , Mike started another round of chemo in preparation for the transplant. It worked. The tentative date for the transplant was around Valentine’s Day, but it never happened. Mike had relapsed again. On Feb. 17, we received a phone call that Mike was going into septic-shock caused by a serious bacterial infection, and that his organs were shutting down. Thankfully, doctors were able to stabilize him. In the beginning of March, Liz took a leave from her job to be Mike’s caregiver post-transplant. A few weeks went byand Mikewas told they could not do the transplant because another bone marrow biopsy had revealed his cancer cells in the marrow were out of control . On April 11, I received a call from Hillman Cancer Center: they decided to go forth with the transplant after all because, miraculously, Mike’s organs had recovered. I began receiving injections once a day for four days of a drug that multiplied stem cells in my bone marrow and purged them out of my marrow and into the bloodstream for collection through a process called “pheresis.” I was told Mike needed at least five million stem cells. Beginning April 26, they placed a central line catheter in my neck to collect the cells. In two days, I collected 5.5 million stem cells for Mike, and he received all of them. All of my blood counts returned to normal a week after collection. Both physically and mentally I feel great, knowing that I was able to take part in sustaining life for someone. Update: On June 29, we received some disturbing news out of Pittsburgh from my brother that his blood work showed leukemia cells. They did a bone marrow biopsy and he had to be admitted to the hospital June 30 to begin a low dose chemo for 5 days in hopes that this will clear the bad out. Long story short, his blood counts were great Tuesday and he relapsed by Friday. He had been good for 2 months post transplant. Please keep Mike in your thoughts, for the first 100 days following a stem cell transplant are very critical. For information on how to join the bone marrow registry and potentially save a life, visit: bethematch.org. Kimberly Meoni, Scott Township
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CLARKS SUMMIT - Clarks Summit Borough Council appointed Dominic Scottto fill the seat of former councilman Donald Moyer, whose resignation was accepted at its June 6 meeting. Borough council voted 6-0 in favor of Scott’s appointment, citing his community involvement and status as a Korean War veteran. Scott was immediately sworn in and began working on council. Scott was also appointed to the council’s finance committee. Council discussed whether to back a Clarks Summit/South Abington Joint Sewer Authority bond with a municipal guarantee. Borough Manager Virginia Kehoe explained that without the borough’s backing, sewer rates would be higher for residents. Councilman Pat Williams expressed concerns over backing the bond, citing Scranton’s recent problems with its parking authority bond. If the sewer authority were to fall behind on payments, the borough would be liable to pick up the tab. Williams advocated opting out of the guarantee. Councilman Roy Davis and Kehoe explained that a sewage bond and a parking bond have very different risk levels. “Everyone within a municipality is required to hook their home up to a sewage line, while not everyone is required to pay for parking in a city,” Davis said. Council voted to back the bond, 6-1, with Williams commenting that he wanted to look into the matter further. . Council also considered a sewer connection with South Abington Township but tabled the matter until the next meeting. Council voted unanimously on awarding the borough’s recycling contract to J.P. Mascaro & Sons. Council concluded that the company would provide the best service for the best price. Additionally, the borough will be paid $15 per ton of recyclable material. The borough will be switching to single-stream recycling, which allows for every recyclable material to be put out at once. The switch will take place sometime in the late summer or early fall. Residents will be notified via mail when the switch will be made. Council voted, 6-1, to move forward in hiring part-time police officers. Williams said the borough needs to use existing members in a more “efficient manner.”
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The Silver Spoon Diner, shown, recently opened on State Street in Clarks Summit.
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Sonni was adopted from Griffen Pond by Tom Godfry of South Scranton.
Silver Spoon owners renovate, offer varied menu BY GERARD E. NOLAN Abington Journal Correspondent
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Caitlyn Vitock, Clarks Summit, Lucy and Patrick Monahan of Dunmore.
Shelterfest a success More than $3,000 was raised at the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter’s inaugural Shelterfest Saturday. The entertainment included a red-carpet pet fashion show, music, food, games, raffles, pet-themed crafts and face painting, snow cones and cotton candy for children. During the fashion show, shelter animals were led out to be introduced to the community, some dressed to the nines. Shelter’s office cat, Carly, wore a miniature maid’s ensemble with a petite black bow on her head. Kacie Beck, a volunteer, came up with the idea for Shelterfest with Washicosky and they hope to make it an annual event. The society does not receive government support and runs entirely on dona-
Artists hit the streets for Summerfest
tions, Beck said. Special sessions at the event included a discussion about how to integrate pets into a home with children, and presentations from a dog groomer and trainer. The shelter is hosting a foster program that Washicosky began in March.
Anyone is eligible to foster a pet after meeting a few requirements. Those with pets at home need to have them neutered and vaccinated. Those considering first-time pet ownership can foster as well and be paired with an easygoing pet.
CLARKS SUMMIT - When the Summit Diner closed abruptly in 2012, Abington area residents noted the loss of a State Street mainstay. Then came word that a new eatery, the Silver Spoon Diner, would take its place. The Silver Spoon diner owners announced the grand opening and said they want the people of the Abingtons to come and enjoy what their diner has to offer. “We just want people to come back,” said Debbie Zullo, coowner of the Silver Spoon. Owned by Dimitri and Elaine Zaharopoulos and Debbie Zullo, the new diner features a large menu, as diners go, anchored by traditional Greek fare, according to Dimitri. The diner is patterned after diners found in New York and New Jersey, he said. These diners feature a large menu and draw on the cuisines of different nations. Dimitri said the Silver Spoon’s dishes are taken from the food Italy, Greece and America, resulting in a varied menu. The diner differs in a few ways from its predecessor. The
new owners had the building renovated before opening, knocking down a wall in the process. The interior decor now consists of blue booths, wood accents and Tiffany-style lamps. The dining room extends in an L- shape around the counter, instead of the two-room layout of the Summit Diner. “It’s nice and bright. The colors are beautiful, and the food is delicious,” said customer Laura Toro of Ransom during a lunch break at the restaurant. Among the items available are traditional diner staples, such as patty melts, Reubens and openfaced sandwiches. But there are also customary Greek foods, like gyros and baklava. “The food is delicious,” said Sierra Galloway of Tunkhannock. The diner serves breakfast all day. Those who want to have a little dessert are welcome too. “Come for coffee and pie,” Dimitri said. As for the service, Old Forge resident Judi Whitman was pleased. “It’s not too long of a wait and there are friendly waitresses,” Whitman said. The diner will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.
The interior decor now consists of blue booths, wood accents and Tiffany-style lamps. The dining room extends in an L- shape around the counter, instead of the two-room layout of the Summit Diner.
Marcus Putman and Vicky Malveir with Johnny.
Mindy Wegielewski, of Scranton, prepares coffee at the Silver Spoon Diner.
Library goes LOCAL BY JOAN MEAD-MATSUI Abington Journal Correspondent
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Sidewalk Sale Sponsors, from left: ABPA retail committee co-chair Patty Lawler; Deborah Kennedy Music, art and quality merchandise is what the of Penn Security Bank and Trust and ABPA retail committee co-chair Sonia Wysochanski. Absent Abington Business and Professional Associfrom photo: Biondi-Franklin Insurance; MyGym; ation (ABPA) will bring to Summerfest. “We want to introduce everyone to the friendly Steve Pronko and The Abington Suburban. community of Clarks Summit,” said Sonia Wysochanski, owner of Kidazzle for 29 years and a She thinks of someone’s interests and gives the painting away as a gift. member of the ABPA. “Every store is unique Outside of the A-1Gold and Diamond Mine 2 and all items are hand-picked.” Summerfest begins with the Art Walk July13 store, Wayne Smith, a keyboardist will perform. CLOE & Company sells fresh homemade teas. and runs in conjunction with Sidewalk Sale Days until July15. Artists Seth Oravec and Esth- Owner Donna Czarkowski is proud to sell American and local merchandise. er Staples will display their art outside Sole to “In order to help the economy get better, it’s Soul, 535 S. State St., with a farm and nature theme. Oravec specializes in landscapes and still best to start in the community,” Czarkowski said. Other businesses participating are Angels life paintings of nature and buildings. Staples’ Galeria, Duffy’s Coffee House, Everything Natfocus is charcoal paintings of barns, animals, ural, Paulette’s Pretty Purses, Penn Security silos and flowers. Staples said that Summerfest Bank & Trust, Rave’s Outdoor Furniture, Sandis a “wonderful way to relax.” erson State Street Salon, Sonia’s Contemporary On Depot Street at Lawler’s Affordable Elegance, Cindy Reynolds will display her art. She Clothing, Steve Pronko Jewelry , and White’s works with water colors, but does not sell her art. Country Floral. BY STEPHANIE ELKO Abington Journal Correspondent
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ing Jack Hiddlestone, Mildred Mumfred and David M. Singer; copies of manuscripts used with permission from the Lackawanna Historical Society’s library; and other pieces that have been donated or collected over the years.. A locked shallow display case is also available for families to display artifacts. “We have recently added a few books of local interest that the library was missing, but
which were available from the historical society,” Martin said. During the Centennial we accumulated much local history information that is currently being prepared for the library.” To help grow the oral history section , Martin encourages the community to share its stories or manuscripts, particularly “if someone has a manuscript at home their ancestors wrote about what it was like to grow up in the Abingtons.”
The goal of the expanded local history area at the Abington Community Library (ACL) is to provide a section for anyone who wants to learn about the community. While the library has always had a local history section, historians Dennis and Sharleen Martin, began organizing the library’s records approximately five years ago, particularly board minutes, newspaper clippings and the photo collection. “We are trying to beef up and focus on the Abingtons – Dalton, Waverly, Newton, Chinchilla, Clarks Green,” said Leah Ducato Rudolph, ACL director. Currently, the expanded history section contains a wide variety of documents and books pertaining to the history of the Abingtons; a Lackawanna ABINGTON JOURNAL/JOAN MEAD-MATSUI County mini history section; From left: Dennis Martin, Sharleen Martin and ACL Director Leah Ducabooks by local authors includto Rudolph.
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KKPR Marketing and Public Relations held a thank you party at POSH at The Scranton Club May 23 for restaurants and sponsors of Electric City Restaurant Week. Shown, from left, Katrina Foster, President and Founder of KKPR Marketing & Public Relations; Gregory Evans, owner of Whiskey Dick’s; Robert Dickert, owner of Carl Von Luger Steak & Seafood; Jody Welsh, KKPR .
Restaurant week to return Katrina Foster , President & Founder of KKPR Marketing & Public Relations, announced that Electric City Restaurant Week will return this fall, marking the beginning of the bi-annual event. Slated for Oct. 5 through 19, the culinary event will showcase talents of the restaurants throughout the Scranton area, while giving patrons an affordable price point to dine out. “This project is something that the entire area can be proud of,” Foster said. Electric City Restaurant Week is sponsored by KKPR Marketing & Public Relations Inc., The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, Happen-
ings Magazine, The Weekender and Go Lackawanna, Bucktown Bargains, Scranton Tomorrow and Power Scranton. Modeled after New York City’s Restaurant Week, Electric City Restaurant Week follows the same idea; three-course, prix-fixe dining for $32 or less, per person, including tax, in addition to their regular menu. Participating restaurants also offer a three-course, prix-fixe breakfast for under $8 and lunch for under $15. For more information on Electric City Restaurant Week visit www.ElectricCityRW.com or call 296.2333.
Guitarist and songwriter Billy Rogan will be the featured musician at the Abington Community Library, 1200 W. Grove St., Clarks Summit, July 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. as part of the 2nd Saturdays at the Library series. The performance is free and coffee will be served. Billy Rogan is a guitarist, known mostly for his instrumental acoustic work. Complementing the music will be the photography of Sally Wiener Grotta. Grotta’s photographic exhibit of “Mind’s Eye View” will be on display at the Abington Community Library July 5 through Aug. 31. “Mind’s Eye View” is an exhibit of visual storytelling. This exhibit is sponsored by a grant from the Lackawanna County Department of Arts and Culture.
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Clues unfold in time capsule mystery BY GERARD E. NOLAN Abington Journal Correspondent
A few borough residents have uncovered two identical time capsules, presumably prepared around the time of the nation’s bicentennial. The capsules, which remain sealed, await their permanent resting places as residents research their past. The first capsule turned up amid Clarks Summit centennial celebration preparations last year, according to Dennis Martin, vice chair of Clarks Summit centennial committee. The Abington Community Library housed the capsule for an unknown number of years, Martin said. But no one knows how the capsule landed there in the first place. At one point, because of lack of space, the library handed the capsule over to the Clarks Summit Borough. After that, the capsule was largely forgotten. During the centennial, former executive director of the Abington Community Library Mary Tuthill emailed Martin, asking whether the
second floor so we could have a good look at it,” Martin said. At the borough building, Martin and others examined the capsule and found it matched the description Tuthill provided. The second capsule turned up a few weeks ago at the Keystone College library. Librarians were unable to locate any accompanying documentation for the capsule, but they are trying to contact faculty who taught there in the 1970s for inforPHOTO COURTESY DENNIS MARTIN mation. A second time capsule, in pristine condiMartin noted that both capsules tion, is housed at the Keystone College are identical vaults fitted with identilibrary in La Plume. cal plaques. The Keystone College capsule, in contrast with the first, is committee had come across the cap- in pristine condition, Martin said. That capsule’s condition led him to sule. surmise that it had never been burPrompted by the email, Martin ied. asked borough manager Virginia An Abington Journal archive Kehoe to look into the matter. At search turned up a few clues. The Kehoe’s request, the borough’s DeJuly 15, 1976 edition featured a phopartment of Public Works searched to of the Abington Bicentennial for the capsule, and workers found it Time Capsule Committee at work. in a borough garage. The caption mentions that “two cap“We asked the DPW to bring the sules, one near Keystone and one at time capsule to the borough building Clarks Green United Methodist
Church, will be buried in late fall.” “Perhaps they [the Clarks Green United Methodist Church] unearthed it when constructing the new wing,” Martin said. Martin said that he and the others would like to see the capsules put into the ground until 2076, the nation’s tricentennial, as originally intended. Before committing them to the ground, however, Martin and other local historians want to research the history of the vaults and ensure that they will be remembered in 60 years. He said they should be entombed in a place that represents all of the Abingtons. “Because it’s an Abington artifact, it really should be in a place that’s for all the Abingtons,” he said. Until then, he and others are working toward learning as much as they can about the relics. “We’re still basically trying to do the research,” he said. Anyone with information regarding the time capsules is asked to contact The Abington Journal at 570.587.1148.
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A search of The Abington Journal archives turned up this photo, whose caption reads "Members of the Abington Bicentennial Time Capsule Committee are shown at a recent meeting. From left: Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord Thomas and Mrs. Charles Taylor. Jo Bagelmann, chairman of the committee has announced that two capsules, one near Keystone and one at Clarks Green United Methodist Church will be buried in late fall. Ideas or contributions for the capsules should be directed to Mrs. Henry Bagelmann. (Journal photo by Jerry McCandless)."
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sweet. “I hate that there is the need for them, but it’s sweet that we can pull the community and volunteers together to get it done.” According the Gill, the organization has completed 112 homes in 37 states since it was founded in 2004. Homes for Our Troops is a national nonprofit, non-partisan 501(c)(3) organization. They are strongly committed to helping those who have selflessly given to the country and have returned home with serious disabilities and injuries since September 11, 2001. It is their duty and honor to assist severely injured Veterans and their immediate families by raising donations of money, building materials and professional labor and to coordinate the process of building a home that provides maximum freedom of movement and the ability to live more independently. The homes provided by Homes for Our Troops are given at no cost to the Veterans. “It’s not a small undertaking,” Gill said. “We couldn’t do what we do without the help of the men and women gathered here
today. “People just love our men and women in uniform and want to say thank you,” Gill added. “Whether their way of saying thank you is by swinging a hammer, serving food at the volunteer tents or playing in a band, they just want to say thank you.” Bart Sacco, President of the Lackawanna Homebuilders Association, is proud to be a part of the project. “I think it’s an absolutely wonderful thing for the community,” Sacco said. “It’s a wonderful group gathering bringing a whole bunch of different industry professionals together. It’s wonderful to be a part of it and be instrumental in any minor or major way to bring this thing to life for Sgt. Granville.” Lackawanna County Commissioner Patrick O’Malley, one of the guest speakers, presented Granville with a plaque honoring the veteran for his service and issued a proclamation making June 29 Earl Granville Day in Lackawanna County. “It’s a great day,” O’Malley said. “I hope they build 1,000 more houses for wounded veterans.” Todd Zimmerman, of Clarks Summit, one of the many volunteers working on the project, shared his reasoning for getting involved. “It’s a worthy cause,” Zimmerman said. “The gentleman got wounded protecting our freedom. I’m absolutely excited to get started.” The grunt work of volunteers like Zimmerman, will lead to an easier life for a deserving man.
David Palmiter, full professor of psychology at Marywood University, was recently named president of the Pennsylvania Psychological Association. Palmiter, who has taught at Marywood University since 1998, is the author of a book on parenting and countless related articles. The Pennsylvania Psychological Association is the second largest start state psychological association in the country at around 3,000 members. The association has existed for more than 75 years and has 29 committees, two task forces
Newly-appointed president of the Pennsylvania Psychological Association and Clarks Summit resident David Palmiter, Ph.D. and Judith Blau, Ph.D., outgoing president of the PPA. and a seven-member staff. Palmiter, of Clarks Summit, is the first resident of Lackawanna County to hold this position.
Keystone cheerleaders to hold stunt camp The Keystone College cheerleading team will host a safe stunting clinic on Tuesday, July 17 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Gambal Athletic Center. Participants will learn proper stunting technique following American Association of Cheerleading Coaches and Administrators (AACCA) safety guidelines at this open level camp. All ages
and skill levels are welcome as are both individuals and teams. Participants will be evaluated and grouped according to age and skill level. Beverages will be provided during camp, but participants need to provide their own lunch. Cost is $25 per person and pre-registration is required with Vicki Stanavitch at 570.945.8410 or vicki.stanavitch@keystone.edu.
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be able to access everything in my wheelchair. I will have independence inside my house and won’t have to worry about wearing my leg and crutching up stairs or down stairs if I’m having a sore day.” Granville has stayed active in sports, despite his injuries. “While I was at Walter Reed Army Medical Center , I was introduced to a lot of adaptive and disabled sports,” he said. “I started playing hockey for the USA Warriors, a team of Wounded Warriors and I loved it. I still do a lot of volunteer work with them trying to help them out, even though I live here. I want to show them how much hockey has helped me with my recovery and hopefully it will help them. I also play hockey for the Philadelphia Flyers sled team. It keeps expanding and getting better.” Granville graduated from Lackawanna College in Scranton with a Liberal Arts degree and a Business certificate, and is currently studying Counseling and Human Services at The University of Scranton. Larry Gill, Veterans Liaison for Homes for Our Troops, said building the homes is bitter-
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Homes for Our Troops, and the hard work from volunteers, many from the community. The Lackawanna Homebuilders Association and General Contractor Ken Kurtz Builders are currently working with Homes for Our Troops to build a specially adapted home for Granville, who suffered severe leg injuries in June 2008. Kurtz took on the project for a simple reason. “One thing that I love and enjoy is my freedom, and we could never have freedom without these guys,” Kurtz said. I’m working on this project for all veterans, past and future.” The “Build Brigade” began with a ceremony at the construction site, Lot 2 Schoolside Dr., Scott Township, PA 18433. Following the ceremony, Granville, along with volunteers and several community leaders, raised the home’s first wall. The goal of the three-day Build Brigade was to frame, side, and roof the house and install windows and doors. Interior and finishing work is expected to be finished in the following months. Granville was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support at the opening ceremony. “I can’t thank the community enough,” he said. “Four years ago this month, I lost my limb. In these past four years, I couldn’t be this positive without the help of the community. I’m very blessed with everyone here in Lackawanna County and the Army’s 55th Brigade.” The Carbondale native is extremely grateful to be been chosen for a new home that will allow him to navigate easier. “I was just ecstatic,” Granville said of when he heard the news. “I was so happy and very grateful for being selected to have a house built for my injuries. I signed up at Walter Reed, got approved and it’s been an amazing ride ever since.” Granville, who currently lives in Old Forge, is excited to be moving closer to his 10-year old daughter, Alexandria, who lives in Carbondale. He also has nieces and nephews who live in Greenfield Twp. “The location of being closer to my family is a big thing,” he said. “I’m very excited for that.” The new ranch style house will make everyday tasks much easier for the wounded veteran. “I will be able to be in a wheelchair more when I’m in the house,” he said. “Where I live now, there are stairs. I will
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Trail board approves tax increase BY STEPHANIE ELKO Abington Journal Correspondent
FACTORYVILLE – The Lackawanna Trail School District Board of Education on June 26 approved the Lackawanna Trail budget of $18,576,241 for the 2012 to 2013 fiscal year. Property tax rates on the Lackawanna County side of the district will increase to 134.66 mills.On the Wyoming County side, the tax rate will now be 69.97 mills, up from 67.7 mills, an increase of 2.27 mills. A mill is $1 in tax for each $1,000 in assessed value. “I walked into this room against the budget because of the tax increase. However, I’m thoroughly impressed by the excellent job that the crew and everyone has done on it. They squeezed just about every penny out of the budget as possible and I move to approve it,” said Joe Strauch, board member. In addition to budget items discussed, the board approved the appointment of Joan Horwatt as Mathematics chairperson with a stipend of $1,670. Heather Hallowich was approved to be appointed to a first semester elementary longterm substitute teaching position for the 2012 to 2013 school year at a pro-rated salary of $43,000. The motion to approve the new “Dress and Grooming” policy was carried 7-1. Thepolicy allows girls to wear blouses instead of a collared shirt. Principal John Rushefski discussed how students can show their school spirit on Fridays by wearing a school related Tshirt. Board member Dr. Michael Mould moved to have Casey Cathrall approved as a summer volunteer coach for boys basketball and was seconded by Carole Selwood.
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Gerard Hetman gives a short speech after receiving the Shining Star Award and the Class Leader Award at the Leadership Lackawanna graduation.
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Leadership Lackawanna held its Core Program Graduation on Thursday, June 28 at the Lackawanna College 3rd Floor Reception Hall. For a full story and graduation list, see the June 11 print edition of The Abington Journal. ABOVE: Gerard Hetman (third from left) after receiving the Shining Star Award and the Class Leader award standing with his family, from left, uncle, Stephen Toman, mother, Nancy Ann Hetman and father, Gerard P. Hetman. AT LEFT: Chris M O’Connor from Keystone College receives his diploma at the Leadership Lackawanna graduation.
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CLARKS SUMMIT – Camp Invention, a summer enrichment program combining science, problem solving, creativity and fun, wil be hosted by the Abington Heights Middle School July 16 to July 19. The camp will provide students from grades one to six with hands-on, discoverybased activities with the goal of inspiring their interest in science, technology, engineering, and math. The camp teachers are from Tunkhannock Area school district. High school students, who will be assisting the teachers, are from both Abington Heights High School and Tunkhannock Area High School. There will be one teacher for every eight students. “They will be learning, exploring, and putting scientific concepts to the test,” said Lisa Burgess, fifth grade science and social studies teacher at Tunkhannock Area Middle School and director of the program. “They will learn to use their imaginations and creativity to solve problems. By the end of the week, they will be true inventors.” Schools in the United States use one of the four programs of Camp Invention, which are “create,” “innovate,” “envision,” and the “encoutner.” This year, Abington
Heights’ Camp Invention will run the ENVISION program. In the Inventuereka module of the ENVISION program, children will take a fantasy adventure on the Ci6000 Space Modulator Time Machine to explore moments in invention history. They will also learn the process of innovation as well as teamwork, when they brainstorm ideas for two inventions and add modifications to them. In the Magnetropolis module, students will use their problem solving skills when they explore an island. On the island, they will create a 100foot light tower. They will also learn about the properties of magnets and will use magnetic force with electricity to light the island. In the I Can Invent: Balloon Burst module, students will create inventions that can burst water balloons. All students will get the chance to dismantle broken machines to see how each part works. During the Action and Adventure Games module, students will play games that they invent using recyclable items, water balloons, and other unconventional materials. Up to 110 students can attend Camp Invention at Abington Heights. For more information, go to www.invent.org.
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executive deputy of narcotics. At the same time, he was also the statewide director of the Bureau of Narcotics Investigations. He then became a special Mafia prosecutor for the U.S. Department of Justice. From there, he worked for two U.S. Presidents. During the last two years of the Clinton administration, he was responsible for all aspects of the U.S. Drug Policy . During the first two years of George W. Bush’s presidency, he worked with former state governor Tom Ridge in helping set up the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Peters returned to the area to run for auditor general in 2004. Afterward, his career spanned overseas working in international business and as a counter terrorism consultant. He worked extensively in Italy, London, Dubai, Kuwait and Abu Dhabi. Now he is back in Northeast Pa., where he plans to stay. “I’m back home to stay,” said Peters. “I’ve got a large, close family and there’s no better place to be than with them.” Peters enjoys being the new executive director at the Scranton Cultural Center. “Another special part of the job is each day when I leave the building, and I look down the street just two doors away, I see City Hall and I’m reminded of the service my father gave to this community as a two-term mayor of Scranton, Mayor Eugene Peters. And the tradition that my mother also taught us about giving back to your community and your neighbors,” he said. “So, this facility with a great board and great colleagues allows me to use all of that and be motivated accordingly.”
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Church names director Senior Living hosts Hatters Clarks Summit Senior Living, 950 Morgan Highway, recently hosted the Red Hatters Clarks Summit Chapter monthly meeting. The ladies enjoyed lunch and tour during their visit at the community. Shown, seated, from left, are: Gayle Hamilton, Marjorie Harer, Doris Dempsey, Ruth Kreisel. Second row, standing: Ruth Mae Evans, Ruth Yanish, Ann Gerrity, Lois McHale. Third row: Joan Nourse, Audrey Thomas, Catherine Davis, Bette Kellan,Louise Check, Frank Justin and Colene Gleason.
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Fleming and Gregory Madensky were absent from the meeting. Mahon announced that according to the preliminary results for Project Lead the Way, 45 of 49 engineering students met Rochester Institute of Technology’s required score for college credit. The board also unanimously accepted the registration of high school teacher Sandra Steinberg, a part-time custodian, a food service employee and an aide. Thomas Kerrigan was approved as a long term substitute German teacher and Andrea Lynch was approved as a long term substitute elementary school teacher.
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The Tunkhannock Business And Professional Association hosted its 31st Annual Celebration of Tunkhannock Heritage Founder’s Day June 23 on Main St. in the downtown. The event featured live music and a variety of local food specialties.
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Marguerite Osborn, of Allied Terrace Personal Care Home, recently celebrated her 101st birthday with family, fellow residents, and staff. Marguerite has lived at Allied Terrace since it opened, longer than any of its other residents, and she often takes part in the many activities. The dietary staff at Allied Terrace cooked a special lunch for Marguerite, her niece and nephew-in-law, and presented her with a sheet cake for all the residents in the dining room, which was filled with balloons for the occasion.
Commissioner Patrick O’Malley presented Claire Maldonato with a proclamation marking her 100th birthday. Maldonato was honored at a community dinner in recognition of both her milestone birthday and outstanding community service. From left: Kassie Profera, Claire Karsnak, Joseph Profera, Commissioner O’Malley, Annette Profera, Mrs. Maldonato, and Kevin, Teresa and Joseph Karsnak.
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Countryside Community Church is pleased to announce Scott O. Miller as the new Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministries, effective June 24. His arrival is especially exciting since the new church will opening this summer at 14011 Orchard Drive, Clarks Summit. Miller comes to Countryside with more than 15 years of ministry experience Scott O. Miller in churches in Indiana and Pennsylvania. He received his bachelor’s degree in Christian Education from Taylor University and master’s degree in Pastoral Ministry from Northwest Nazarene University. He is the proud dad of four daughters: Rebecca, Ashlynn, Ivy and Lily, and currently lives in Weatherly, Pa., with the love of his life, Lisa. In his free time Miller enjoys music, including playing drums and guitar. Scott also likes watching and playing sports, rooting for his hometown teams the Indianapolis Colts and Indiana Pacers. You can follow Scott on Twitter at: somiller. For more information, contact 587.3206 or www.countryside-church.org.
United Methodist Women attend conference Seven hundred ninety United Methodist Women recently attended a three-day Northeastern Jurisdiction UMW Quadrennial Meeting in Hershey. The theme, “Come to the Table,” included communion with Bishop Thomas Bickerton, Bishop Jane Middleton, Bishop Peggy Johnson, and preaching by Rev. Dr. Heather Elkins and Rev. Vance Ross, Nashville.Shown, in attendance, are officers and former officers of UMW of Susquehanna Conference, front, from left: Colene Gleason, Muriel Mott, Janet Solomine, Jane Evarts. Back, from left: Nancy Timm, Louise Jones, Dotty Dawe, Georgia LaVelle, Linda Tewksbury, Bonnie Brakefield, Pam DeReamer, Judy Fontanella.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 2012
Pieces of the Abingtons How well do you know the streets where you live? The Abington Journal puts your powers of observation to the test with our new contest, “Pieces of the Abingtons.” Every other week within the paper, we’ll feature a photograph of a landmark, architectural structure or other local item in public view in the Abingtons. We’ll ask you to submit a guess as to where the photo was taken and what is featured in the photo. Then we’ll enter each correct answer in a drawing to win a $10 gift certificate from Lynn’s Hallmark in Clarks Summit. We’ll notify you if you win, and we’ll print the winning contestant and answer in an upcoming issue of The Abington Journal with the next contest photo. Answer #126: Lahey Family Fun Park, Morgan Highway Winner #126: Linda Newberry, of Clarks Summit
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Catherine Schindemi, of Archbald, inspects the engine compartment of a Nash Metropolitan during the Scranton Region AACA’s judging practice run last week.
Practice run
The Scranton Region Antique Automobile Club of America held a car judging practice run on the grounds of its Scranton clubhouse last week in preparation for its 41st annual Scranton Region Car Show. The show will take place July 15 at the Abington Executive Park, Morgan Highway, South Abington Twp. It will feature a flea market, various food vendors, live music and a car corral and winners parade. Joe O’Brien, of Scranton, writes down his comments as part of Gates open at 8 p.m. the Scranton Region AACA’s judging practice run last week.
but rather fresh ingredients and the right technique. She said her favorite foods Continued from Page 1 are vegetarian and fresh foods, and she frequents the local raw foods. She said the class farmers’ markets in search of prompted her to consider fresh produce and inspiration healthier ideas for cooking for her cooking. and “introduced the idea of “I love going to the farmers’ raw foods in a really cool market when it’s open and just way.” exploring and talking to farm“It was just a whole differers, finding new and exciting ent concept that I’d never produce,” she said. “Food is thought of before,” she said. just so exciting. There’s alNow at age 17, Wardach ways new techniques, always will launch this summer’s new ingredients, always someTeen Cooking Series at the one who’s willing to share library as instructor for its first session, July 11 from 6 to what they know with you.” Another person from whom 8 p.m. Wardach said she’s learned a The series is scheduled to run four weeks, and is open to lot is Executive Chef John Wiscosky, at St. Mary’s Centeens entering grades 7 ter in Scranton, where she through 12. The classes are works as his assistant. Some free, but registration is reof her regular responsibilities quired, and can be made by there include prep work, makcalling the library at 570.587.3440. Other sessions ing salads and appetizers and building crudité displays. She include Landon as instructor July 18 and 25 and Chef Judy said Wiscosky is an excellent teacher, and often allows her Detter Aug.1. to complete tasks unlikely to Young Adult Librarian be assigned most chefs her Sandy Longo said although age. the setting for the classes is “This has given me the exnon-traditional, she’s confident the instructors will adapt perience, knowledge and conand engage the students. She fidence I know I will need for said she’s also grateful for the my career,” she said. willingness of each instructor Wardach is a home school to help bring the cooking student entering her senior classes to the public library. year of high school, one of Longo said of Wardach and five children of Paul and her abilities, “Anastasia is Lynne Wardach. After gradmature beyond her years, uating, she aspires to attend sincerely focused on the culi- the Culinary Institute of nary craft, and communicates America in Hyde Park, N.Y. her thoughts with attention to for its four-year program. She detail. She’s eager to share her then plans to travel to France love for cooking. Perhaps to live, work and study, before she’ll be the next to inspire returning to America to open the future goals of her stuher own bistro. dents.” She said being homeschoolWardach said during the ed helps her work toward class students will learn to these goals, as she was able to make pasta from scratch with choose her own curriculum alfredo sauce and a fresh pesto salad with tomatoes and mozzarella balls. “It’s going to be very hands on,” she said. “I love teaching, and I love sharing what I love to do with other people.” She said when making plans for the class, Longo asked her what teens like to eat that she could teach them to make. She said the first thing that came to mind was boxed macaroni and cheese, and she thought, “We’ve got to get these kids off that stuff.” So, she and Longo came up with the pasta alfredo idea. For those who desire to learn to cook, but lack the confidence to move beyond the “mac ’n’ cheese stage,” Wardach’s advice is to “just go and play around with it.” “Everybody has a different style and a different technique,” she said. “So, you have to find flavors that you love, and...just try it.” Wardach describes her own cooking style as, “simplicity.” She explained that to make good food, one doesn’t necessarily need a complex recipe,
Want to taste? Anastasia Wardach’s Stuffed Squash Blossoms Ingredients: 12 squash blossoms 16 oz. of ricotta cheese 1 cup of mozzarella cheese 1 medium shallot, finely minced. 2 large eggs Black pepper and salt to taste ¼ cup freshly chopped sage 5 tbs. butter Directions: Wash the blossoms and remove the stamen from the middle. Mince and sauté the shallot; mix together the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, eggs, shallot, half of the crispy sage butter (see below) salt and black pepper. Fill a zip top bag with the mixture. Cut a medium size hole in one tip of the bag. Carefully pipe the mixture into the blossom until it is ¾ of the way full. Wrap the petals over each other and place in a greased baking dish. Continue to fill rest of the blossoms. Bake at 350’, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes. To make the crispy sage butter: Melt 5 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Once it is melted, add in the freshly chopped sage and let it fry until crispy. Drizzle over the baked squash blossoms and enjoy.
for the upcoming school year: culinary math, gastronomy for science and “Food Around the World” for history. Some of her favorite activities are politics, participating in debate at the library, playing the cello and piano for fun and shopping. Her passion, however, is cooking. “Food can change your mood almost instantly,” she said, “and I love the idea of making someone’s day better simply by doing what I enjoy.”
1. Identify correct location of Photo #127, at left. 2. Submit your entry by contest deadline on Friday, July13, 2012 3. Entry must include the correct location and/or description of the “Piece of the Abingtons” featured ABINGTON JOURNAL/NATALIE MENNICUCCI in the current week’s photo. 4. Entry should include your name, address, contact number (not for publication) and correct answer and be sent to: The Abington Journal, 211S. State Street, Clarks Summit PA18411or news@theabingtonjournal.com 5. Contestants can only win once in a 90-day period.
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OBITUARY
Money Matters
Robert W. Kemp
With Jamie Kresge
June 26, 2012
Challenges when a spouse dies
Robert W. Kemp, 80, from the Clarks Summit and Glenburn area, died at home on June 26,
2012. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Roland and Olive O’Dell Kemp. He graduated from John Bartram High School, Philadelphia, and moved to the Clarks Summit area 50 years ago. He was living in the Glenburn area at the time of his death. Bob was an Air Force Korean War veteran attached to the 117th Bombardment Squadron, and worked in the corrugated packaging business for the last 50 years. Bob retired as a Sales Manager for Chesapeake Corporation, and was the owner of Total Packaging, Inc. at the time of his passing. Best known to many as just “Coach”, Bob spent tireless hours coaching area youths at the Legion and Teener league levels for the past 25 years. Bob was most currently an assistant coach to Abington Heights baseball and special adviser to Lackawanna College baseball. His knowledge of baseball and endless talks will be sadly missed. “Go Kemper Ball”. In the early ’60s, Bob helped lobby and get passed current laws for adoption and children’s rights. He was avid reader, history enthusiast, sports fan and member of Masonic Sun Lodge for over 50 years. He will be missed by his family and is survived by his children, David D. Kemp, Kyle R. Kemp, Virginia Lee (Kemp) Kissinger, and Kathleen Ann Kemp, and two granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his sister, Louise R Morrow. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 29, 2012, at noon, at the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit, PA. Family and friends may pay respects on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Abington Community Library, 1200 Morgan Highway, South Abington Township, PA 18411. For directions or to send online condolences, please visit www.lawrenceeyoungfuneralhome.com.
Donald B. Howard June 26, 2012
Donald B. Howard of Trucksville, formerly of Waverly, died Tuesday after an illness at Geisinger Hospital in Wilkes Barre. He was the husband of the former Cheryl Hollenbeck. The couple has been married for 46 years. Also surviving are a daughter Kimberly Sherer and her husband Joseph, and a son Donald Jr. and his wife Ginny, grandchildren Ashley Lynn Sherer, Joseph Sherer, Travis Howard and his wife Amanda Michele, and Cassidy Howard,and a sister Marjorie Joan Howard. The funeral service will be private at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Clarks Green Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home, 418 S. State St. Clarks Summit Pa 18411. To sign the online guest book go to www.lawrenceeyoungfuneralhome.com
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The Waverly Township’s DPW Crew helped the in the AAJRB Park’s Beautification Project. They did the difficult tasks on a hot summer day. Seen here are Thomas James, Jason Morse and Steve Bray who all helped dig up sod, relocate it and distribute nine yards of soil.
A prettier park
On June 14, Waverly Township Department of Works crew donated their time at the Abington Area Community Park to remove three to five feet of sod on both sides of the staircase above the softball fields. They relocated the sod and distributed nine yards of soil for the planting of approximately $1,000 worth of established perennials and shrubs donated by a local woman. The project was done cost free to the park because of cooperation of businesses, municipalities and individuals and was under the direction of master gardener, Donna Zagrapan.
Proposals made for parks the proposal is $4,200. The estimate was $10,000 to $12,000. For the outfield, DALTON - At the Dalton Dalton proposed $8,320. Council meeting June 14, board member Aaron Holz- The estimate was $10,000 to $12,000. For the backstop, mann discussed bids and Dalton proposed $13,500. proposals of future renoThe estimate for that was vations for both Platt Park $15,000 to $17,000. He said and Streamside Park. He the total proposal is $37,000. said the cost of tree removal “We’re not going to meet and the proposal are both that proposal number,” he $3,500. For landscaping, the told the board. cost is $5,628 and the pro“What I’m intending to do posal $4,845. Sidewalks cost is complete the field if we $9,900 and the proposal can, infield and outfield, and $3,000. whatever we can do with the He also mentioned two fencing to upgrade the fencbenches were donated to ing,” he said, adding that Platt Park by the Platt. Piche’ll get a price for each of nic tables and a sign for each these renovations. park were also proposed. He In other business, secresaid Dalton received a grant tary Jo Ann Davies read a totaling $46,000. letter written by Roger For the infield at the base- Mattes, president of the ball field of Streamside Rotary Club of the AbingPark, Dalton, Holzman said tons, stating the club needs BY BEN FREDA Abington Journal Correspondent
assistance sponsoring the Independence Day celebration. “We alone cannot do it,” Mattes wrote in the letter. “With the ever-increasing cost, it would take nearly $16,000 to finance the event this year.” Mattes also wrote he plans to recognize those who help sponsor the events, and will thank them in an advertisement in local newspapers. Holzmann made a motion to donate whatever Council can. Bill Montgomery seconded the motion, and suggested to donate $250. Bill Montgomery commented positively on the Dalton Fishing Derby, held at Streamside Park June 10. “Everybody had a good time,” he said. “The kids caught a lot of fish. We gave away a lot of presents.”
Truck traffic concerns resident BY BRITTNEY PIERCE Abington Journal Correspondent
WAVERLY- It was a full house at the June 25, 2012 Waverly Township meeting. Drew Christian, Waverly, voiced his concern about the tractor trailer traffic on Clinton Road. He believes the tractor trailers are going onto to Clinton Road from Route 81 as a shortcut. When there is construction there can be between 10 to 15 tractor trailers through per day; without
construction there are normally three to four. Christian said the vehicles’ air brakes are also a concern since they are so loud they “rattle our house.” He said his biggest concern is for the safety of their children and asked the supervisors for their help. Township manager Bill White said he will pass on the concern to the Waverly police and suggested that a letter be sent to PennDOT. Maryellen D’Andrea and
Amy Broadbent gave an update on the schoolhouse restoration. They have received a building permit as well as hired a contractor for stabilization. Cleanup began on the basement last week and they are waiting for the utility company to set up for electricity. D’Andrea shared the news that they are now a nonprofit organization, they hope to start community outreach soon, and it’s been a “hard, long process.”
The death of a spouse is a time of great sadness. Nevertheless the surviving spouse/ loved one will be faced with a number of financial and legal responsibilities that must be addressed. There are tasks that must be handled immediately, while others can be postponed for a time. Staying organized during this time is critical. First, locate or apply for copies of important financial and legal documents (such as the will, birth and marriage certificates, Social Security card, life insurance policies and the death certificate). This process is easier if records have been kept in order before a spouse/loved one dies. No one likes to think about death, but some pre-planning and organization will make it easier for the surviving spouse/loved one during this difficult time. As you go through the process it is also important that you do not make any hasty financial decision. The time following the death of a spouse/loved one is one that can be filled with emotional turmoil. Any significant decisions, such as moving from your current home or giving away possessions, should be postponed until a later time when you can think about the decision with a clearer head. Planning the funeral is one of the first things that needs to be done. It is important to note that there is no legal requirement that a funeral be held. The funeral is an opportunity for the family and friends of the deceased to pay respect. It is a personal event that should reflect the beliefs and wishes of the deceased. While not a requirement for a funeral, enlisting the help of a licensed funeral director can help in planning the details of the funeral. A funeral director can also help apply for death certificates and certain death benefits. Another immediate task is filing life insurance claims. It is up to the surviving spouse to contact the life insurance company to request the benefits. These benefits are not distributed automatically. Call the insurance agent as soon as possible to get the process in motion. Most claims will only take a few
days to process, but the proceeds may be needed in order to pay for the funeral and other final expenses. If there is no designated insurance agent contact the insurance company directly. Also, contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to see if anyone is eligible to receive survivor’s benefits or death benefits. After the funeral the surviving spouse will need to go about the task of settling the estate of the spouse. Settling an estate means following the legal and administrative procedures to make sure that all debts of the estate are paid and that assets are distributed to the right people. Finding competent legal advice will help the process of settling the estate. The executor will have many tasks which may include: Finding and collecting assets, including debts that may be owed to the deceased. Making an inventory of the assets of the estate. Giving notice to creditors (banks, credit card companies) of the death of the spouse. Filing an estate tax return and paying any estate taxes owed. Paying the debts of the estate. Distributing the remaining assets of the estate to the appropriate parties (as detailed in the will or by law). Proving a detailed report as to how the estate was settled. During this time it is important to stay organized. Keep copies of any correspondence regarding the estate of the deceased (including information received electronically or via US Mail). When speaking with parties about the estate keep a detailed phone log that includes the date and time of the call, the person with whom you were speaking, and a summary of the outcome of the conversation. Thinking about the death is not pleasant. Having records in order and an idea of what needs to be done will help getting through this emotional and challenging time. Lastly, I would highly recommend to seek out an attorney, financial advisor, and or accountant to help you through this difficult times.
Jamie Kresge is the owner of Abington Financial Group, serving the community since 1993. Contact him at (570) 586-1013 or www.abingtonfinancial.com. The content provided in this article is meant to be a substitute for personal research and conversations with a qualified financial advisor. Securities offered through SagePoint Financial Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Abington Financial Group is not affiliated with SagePoint Financial, Inc. or registered as a broker-dealer or investment advisor.
Factoryville sewer smell investigated cost. Buckbee also informed the FACTORYVILLE- At the board she completed some June13 meeting of the Facto- water shut offs to encourage sewer bill payments and many ryville Borough Clinton were made, but a few acTownship Joint Municipal counts still have balances. Sewer Authority, Secretary For sewer bill payments, Mary Ellen Buckbee told the Buckbee asked the board to board a resident visited the consider accepting credit card office stating he was experiencing a sewer smell on Riv- payments. “I think if we offer people the option to pay with erside Drive. their credit cards,” she said, Buckbee said the sewer “we may see more payments department investigated the coming in on time then late. I complaint but no smell was reported at the time. However, have checked into it with People’s Bank and it is really some soft ground was evinot too involved. We will have dent. Buckbee added the department recommended the to charge a fee to accept credit sewer lines on the property be cards but in the end, I think it investigated via camera to see will be a positive thing.” The board agreed to accept if there is a leak in the town’s credit cards for payments on lines. The board agreed to sewer bills but not debit cards. scope the lines at a minimal BY SUSAN REBENSKY Abington Journal Correspondent
Waverly Masonic Lodge donates to Abington Area Community Park boardwalk The Waverly Masonic Lodge #301 recently donated $400 to the Abington Area Joint Recreation Board toward the Abington Area Community Park’s Boardwalk Build which is partof the Walk the Lake Project. Abington Area Joint Recreation Board member Tim McCoy is the Project Manager. This healthy recreational path is expected to be completed at summer’s end. The Sedona-colored, durableAZEK Decking Material is being installed onto framing with help of local volunteers. To volunteer for upcoming boardwalk building, contact volunteers@abingtonparks.com. To donate send a check to: AAJRB, ATTN:Boardwalk; c/o 304 So State Street, Clarks Summit, PA 18411. Shown, from left, are, Timmy McCoy, Park Grounds Crew; Masonic Lodge Members: Steve Sherman and Tom Roberts and Tim McCoy Sr., Abington Area Joint Recreation Board member and Boardwalk Project Manager.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 2012
Visual Arts/ Performing Arts The Many Expressions of Folk Art, At the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, through August, during scheduled movie times or by appointment. For all ages. In this exhibit, collector Patrick Robinson will display old and new folk art treasures, an eclectic mix including carvings and works for children. Cost: Free. Info: 996.1500. The Wyoming Seminary Performing Arts Institute Wind and Jazz Ensembles Concert, in the Buckingham Performing Arts Center on the campus of Wyoming Seminary, North Sprague Avenue, Kingston at 8 p.m. July 6, 13, 20 and 27. Cost: free. Info: 270.2186. Local High School Student Art Exhibit, at New Visions Studio and Gallery, 201 Vine St., Scranton, July 6 - 13 with opening reception on First Friday July 6 from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Student exhibit featuring local high school and college students: Brandyn “Cloud” Bembenek, Joe Heckel, Julie May, Casey Moore, Lizzy Neuhausel, Mia Snyder, Hailey Youshock, Miranda Zabatta, Melanie Rosato. Cost: free. Info: 878.3970.
MORE THAN MOVIES Dietrich Theater Erica Rogler
A variety of plants thrive in McLain’s backyard water garden
Orange Asiatic Lilies
Pink Shrub Rose - no name
Arts, Crafts and More
Adult Painting Class, at New Visions Studio and Gallery, 201 Vine Street, Scranton, Monday evenings, July 9 - 30 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. In this four-week adult acrylic painting class, beginners will learn composition, blending and painting techniques. Instructor: Adam Weitzenkorn. Cost: $100 (supplies included). Info/register: 878.3970, newvisionsstudio@gmail.com or newvisionsstudio.com. Lakeside Players Free Theater Camp, Monday through Friday July 16 to 20 and July 23 to 27 at The Lakeside Players’ home theater, Lakeville Community Hall, Route 590, Lakeville, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. At the end of camp, the children will show off what they’ve learned at a free performance for family and friends on Saturday, July 28, at 7 p.m. Info: 857.2226.
Blooming with beauty By Joan Mead-Matsui Abington Journal Correspondent
Literary Arts
Playwriting for the High School Student, at McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts, weekdays from July 23 -August 3 from 9 - 11:30 a.m. A two-week, hands-on workshop for high school students focusing on the basics of playwriting including character, story structure, theme and theatricality. Cost: $300. Info: www.thescrantonplayers.com, 941.6327 or richard.larsen@scranton.edu.
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Yellow False Sunflower - Helianthus
On a sunny early summer evening June 21, guests and members of the Laurel Garden Club strolled through Joanne McLain’s gardens in Waverly Township, admiring a variety of plants and flowers McLain has nurtured in planting beds. The tour of McLain’s garden is part of the club’s lineup of summer garden tours, which also allows time for fellow avid gardeners to mingle and share their passion for gardening. Visitors to McLain’s garden are greeted by planting beds in the anterior yard with pieces of garden art interspersed with her garden’s abundant greenery and blooms. The display continues to the side and back yard of her property. McLain, who has been a member of the club for one year, said of her gardens, “I love all of them (my gardens). I really can’t pinpoint which garden is my favorite. They’re all different and I have certain plants that are my favorites,” she said, noting that oriental lilies and oriental poppies, and tree pe-
onies are at the top of her list. Also part of her collection is all colors of Coneflowers and Day Lilies; Bea Balm, Crocasima, Canterbury Bells, Shasta Daisies, Yarrow, Delphinium, and annuals: geraniums and zinnias. “The color scheme is not important in an English garden. All colors blend,” said McLain. Her forest garden has blue tones with low variegated grasses, ferns, live forevers, wild phlox, ivy, heliotrope, violets and other shade plants. Shrub roses, day and oriental lilies, water celery, lavender, milkweed, Siberian iris and water lilies surround the pond area in her backyard. “My philosophy is I try to plant perennials in the areas I know they (should) grow and thrive in, and I am still learning and this makes me happy,” said McLain, who is thinking of enrolling in a master gardener program. In addition to the summer See beauty, Page 12
ABOVE: Purple Clemaitis - Jackmanni Pink Clemaitis - no name AT RIGHT: Joanne McLain has a variety of perennials and annuals in her garden, including rose bushes.
Before I tell you about Dietrich Theater classes and activities, I would first like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who have helped with our recent fundraising activities. Our Founders’ Day Basket Raffle was quite a success. We are grateful to everyone who created raffle baskets as well as those who bought a chance on a basket and supported the Dietrich Theater. We also would like to thank Perkins Restaurant in Tunkhannock for the recent fundraiser they hosted for us on June 27. It was great! Perkins gave 20% of its patrons’ bills to the Dietrich when anyone came in with a Dietrich Theater coupon. So if you dined at Perkins that day, we appreciate you, too. All proceeds from both fundraisers will support cultural programming for children at the Dietrich Theater. The theater’s recent Poe in the Park event at Tunkhannock’s Lazybrook Park was also well received. Two hundred and fifty folks came out to see Harrisburg’s Gamut Theatre Group perform some of Edgar Allan Poe’s most well known poems and stories. I just loved their interpretation of The Cask of Amontillado and their performance of The Tell-tale Heart. What made the event so special was the span of the audience’s ages – teenagers as well as more mature audiences enjoyed the thrilling intensity of Poe’s work. We definitely will be inviting Gamut Theatre Group back next year. Speaking of theater, the Dietrich will be presenting Acting Camp for Kids during the week of July 16 to 20 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. In this camp, children will use their imaginations and learn all about acting through theatre games, improvisation, storytelling, play making, character creation and more! Instructor Michaela Moore of All About Theatre is excellent at working with children of all ages and really helps them realize the joy of acting. Her students will work together to create a script and at the end of the week they will hold a casual performance for family and friends. The camp is appropriate for children ages six to 12 years old and admission is $60 per child. For more information or to register, please call the Dietrich Theater at 570-996-1500. Another fun activity for kids to enjoy this month is Trash to Treasures Camp. During the week of July 23 to 27 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Steve Colley will show students how to turn an old pile of junk into See Dietrich, Page 12
Who plays Lillian in the movie "People Like Us"?
Last week’s answer: Scotland Last week’s winner:
Kelly Santarelli of Clarks Summit
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Dalton Library Delights with Mary Keenan Hart
‘Dream Big – Read’ this summer
BY MARY ANN MCGRATH
The dog days of summer are here. Now is the time of the year areas of the Northern Hemisphere typically observe the hottest, most sultry temperatures of the year The name comes from the ancient Romans and their belief that Sirius, also called the Dog Star, is visible in the constellation, Canis Major, at this time of year. They believed that Sirius, in close proximity to the sun, was responsible for the hot weather. A number of recent books about dogs and their care are currently on the New Books shelf at the Abington Community Library. Readers can cool off and enjoy one or two. • “Things Your Dog Doesn’t Want You to Know,” by Hy Conrad and Jeff Johnson. With persistence and patience and half a ton of treats, the authors convinced 11 dogs from all walks of life to come forward, giving them their chance to tell their owners and other humans what other dogs can’t or won’t talk about: their hopes and dreams, their grudges and pleasures, and what they really think about life as a pet. • “Kindred Spirit, Kindred Care,” by Shannon Fujimoto Nakaya, DVM. An experienced veterinarian offers insights and practical advice on the human-animal bond, healthy living and graceful aging, choosing a veterinarian, understanding diagnoses and options, and managing needs and expectations. It is the first pet care book to present a holistic approach to making health decisions on behalf of dogs and other family pets. • “Soldier Dogs,” by Maria Goodavage. Described as “a great read for anyone who appreciates dogs and heroes,” this books exposes the unexpected trust and affection that flows both ways between dog and handler in times of war. Read it to learn how military service dogs are created and become acquainted with dozens of canine heroes, from Stubby, who fought in WWI, to Cairo, who was a member of the raiding party that took down Osama bin Laden. • “Sergeant Rex: the Unbreakable Bond Between a Marine and His Military Working Dog,” by Mike Dowling. Sent to the front lines of combat in Iraq with Marine Corps military K9 teams, Rex, a German shepherd, was charged with sniffing out weapons caches, suicide bombers, and devastating explosives. It was Sergeant Mike Dowling’s job as his partner to lead Rex into the heart of danger time and time again, always trusting Rex to bring them both back alive. Here he tells a story of astonishing loyalty and a tale of sacrifice, courage, trust, and love between one man and his dog. A special Summer program for children, “Read to a Dog,” will take place at the library on Tuesday, July 24, in conjunction with a Story Hour devoted to books about dogs. Recommended for children ages 5 through 10 years. Preregistration is required by calling the library at 587.3440. Dog food and other “wish list” items will be collected for the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter at the time of the program. The Abington Community Library is located at 1200 W. Grove St., Clarks Summit. Visit our website, www.lclshome.org/abington to register online for events or call the library at (570) 587-3440. Don’t have a library card? Register for one at http://www.lclshome.org/ libraryinfo/library_card_reg.asp.
Actors Circle will present “Where the BLEEP is Poor Tom” by retired college professor John McInerney. Cast members include Patti Purcell, left and John Arena, right, with McInerney.
Inspired comedy BY GERARD E. NOLAN Abington Journal Correspondent
Clarks Summit resident John McInerney knows a thing or two about writing and staging plays. A seasoned playwright and retired University of Scranton English professor, McInerney brings his academic and theatrical experiences to his latest offering, “Where the BLEEP is Poor Tom?,” which will be performed by Scranton-based theater group Actors Circle. The play’s action takes place on a college campus, where a “prima donna movie star” has arrived to star in the college’s production of “King Lear.” Among the cast of characters are the
“star’s tart-tongued wife, a harried professor producer, an eccentric local publicist, a drunken professional actor, a nervous student actress, a director losing his cool and an anxious nun, who’s in charge of the parochial school children who are ‘extras’ in the play,” according to an Actors Circle press release. The play, directed by Lou Bisignani, is based on McInerney’s memory of the events surrounding Richard Harris’s production of “Julius Caesar” at the University of Scranton in 1987. “I tried to use some of those memories, which I changed around,” McInerney said. “I added
some plot and structure to create what I hope will be an interesting and comedic reflection on the excitement and pressure involved in any theatrical production.” Most of the play focuses on “the interaction between an aging movie star and young professor, who is the producer of the play,” he said. The play will be staged July 12 through 15 at Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Road, Scranton. Tickets are $8 for general admission, $6 for seniors and $4 for students. For reservations or more info, call 342.9707. All shows begin at 8 p.m. except for the Sunday show, which begins at 2 p.m.
Writer’s poetry wins scholarship The Waverly Community House, 1115 N. Abington Road, Waverly, announced Craig Czury, poet, was selected as recipient of this year’s Belin Arts Scholarship, which was established in 1964 by Peter Belin as an honor to his father, F. Lammot Belin, patron of the arts and artists. Czury was awarded the scholarship to fund his “Marcellus Shale” series of poems and “Thumb Notes” which he said “chronicles the distinctive voices of local residents and gas workers who have told me their stories and views of the changing social and physical landscapes” affected by gas drilling in Susquehanna County. In her letter of recommendation for Czury, writer and 1986 Belin Arts Schol-
Poet Craig Czury is recipient of the Waverly Community House 2012 Belin Arts Scholarship.
arship recipient, Karen Blomain, said, “Craig’s accomplishments are evidence of his knowledge of craft. What the bio can’t show is the impact Craig has made on many other writers from grade school to senior citizens. He believes that poetry is ultimately a process by which we discover and examine our world. Craig demonstrates a willingness to take risks by speaking honestly and directly.” Czury is self-employed at Springville Schoolhouse Art Studios and teaches part time at Albright College. A graduate of the University of Montana with a M.F.A. in Creative Writing from Wilkes University, he is the
recipient of numerous awards and grants from around the world. “Being awarded the 2012 Belin Scholarship,” Craig said, “is the same kind of nod and grin affirmation that lets me know that this fool, archaic way of getting around, getting to know the people of this beleaguered Marcellus gas drilling region, listening to their stories and scratching them down in my pocket journal alongside the road, is a significant, nearly lost, intimate communication, at the drop of a thumb, between strangers talking about where we are, where we’ve been and where we are going.”
Our summer reading program, “Dream Big – READ” is part of a national reading incentive program, whose goal is to spark a lifelong interest in reading among our children. Each library designs special programs to meet the interests and needs of its own group of children, but all have the same goal for summer: to encourage youngsters to read at least five books of their choice. Upon completion, each reader will receive a prize; after reading 10 books, the ambitious reader will receive a certificate of completion and another prize. There are special programs every Tuesday until Aug. 7. During the month of July our library will feature yoga classes for 3-5 year olds (Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.), for 6-12 year olds (Tuesdays at 11 a.m.) and a story hour for 3-5 year olds (Tuesdays at 11 a.m.) Then on Aug. 7, the grand finale of the summer program will take place at the Streamside Park with an event called “Animals of the Night Sky.” There will be pizza and prizes for everyone, too. In the midst of all this activity, the annual Bookmark Design Contest is going on for students in grades three through six. Kids, get creative and design a unique bookmark and yours may be the winner. The deadline for this contest is Friday, July 13. See Janet Geeza at her desk at the library for details. The ever popular Battle of the Books continues this summer. Students in grades four through six will form the Dalton team for the Junior Battle of the Books. Their discussions of the selected books, “The Strange Case of Origami Yoda,” “My Side of the Mounting,” “ Storm Runners,” “ So B It,” and “101 Ways to Bug Your Parents,” will be held weekly at the library July 9, 16, 23, 30 and Aug. 6from 10:30 – 11: 15 a.m. Then the big battle for the juniors will take place at the Mall at Steamtown at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 9. Students in grades seven through nine are not left out of this challenge. The Senior Battle of the Books team will be exploring the following books, “Incarceron,” “ I Am Number Four,” “The Giver,” “Touching Spirit Bear,” and “ Rachel’s Tears” at their meetings July 9, 16, 23, 30 and Aug. 6 from 11:15 a.m.- noon. Their big battle will take place Aug. 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Mall at Steamtown. All the selected titles are noted works, one is a Newberry Medal Winner and two were chosen for the Ama-
zon Best Book of the Month. The Dalton teams have done quite well at previous battles; we’re expecting stellar performances again this year. Go Dalton teams, Go!! The board’s long -awaited wine tasting event is just around the corner. Our library board is sponsoring a delightful wine tasting at Maiolatesi’s Sunday, Aug. 19 from 3-5 p.m. Last summer’s event was most successful and we expect a repeat performance. In case you missed it last year, it’s a wonderful opportunity to met and mix with fellow Daltonians in a charming outdoor venue. And as a bonus, you’ll be supporting our library. Tickets are $20, available from any of our board members (see the Dalton Community Library’s web site to find board members’ names) and at the library. The number of tickets is limited, so get yours soon. While you have your calendar handy, you might want to mark the date of September’s Saturday Spotlight. It’s Saturday, Sept. 22 at 10:30 a.m., Nancy Santore will facilitate our discussion of “Hamlet’s Dresser” by Bob Smith. It’s a fascinating memoir of a man who survived a difficult childhood partially because he was introduced to Shakespeare’s “The Merchant of Venice” and later because he was in the right place at the right time – Stratford, Conn. - when the American Shakespeare Festival moved into town. Smith was hired to be Hamlet’s dresser and it was through this work and the words of Shakespeare that he found a way to make sense of his life. The book is filled with appropriately placed quotations from many of the Bard’s plays and Smith’s skill at weaving them into his text is quite remarkable. My guess is that reading this memoir will send many of us back to our Shakespeare. I, for one, can’t wait. Now, don’t let all the hoopla about the preceding programs lead to your being shy about coming in to attend the adults’ continuing programs. Mah Jong (Mondays at 10:30 a.m.), Bridge Club (Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m.) and Conscious Conversations (Tuesdays at 5 p.m.) are still running strong and new comers are always welcome. Perhaps this summer would be a great time to try your hand at a new game or to take the time to meet the most interesting people who participate in these weekly activities. You won’t regret your decision.
Mary Keenan Hart is chairperson of the Friends of the Dalton Community Library. Reach her or the library staff with questions at 570.563.2014 or visit www.lclshome.org/dalton.
Scranton Festival in its 8th year BY STEPHANIE ELKO Abington Journal Correspondent
SCRANTON - The eighth Scranton Jazz Festival will held Aug.3 to 5 with bands from all over the world. Its host will be the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, where organizers will turn the train shed into an amphitheater surrounded by vendors, food, a bar, visual art and music. “We have the same exact performers of Newport, R.I., one of the oldest jazz festivals in the history of the United States playing right here in Scranton so you don’t have to go too far,” said Marko Marcinko, artistic director at a media conference hosted June 29 at the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton. At 7:30 p.m. August 3, La Cuccina will jazz it up with the styles
of Gato Barbieri and Santana to prepare the audience for The Average White Band, a Scottish
group. At 9:30 p.m. Aug. 3 and 4, the music goes to the streets for The Jazz Walk. Jazz bands will
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The Jazz Festival Committee prepares for the event on August 3 to 5 at the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel. Shown, from left, are: Bob Schlesinger, Marko Marcinko artistic director, Laurie Cadden, Lackawanna County Commissioners Jim Wansacz and Patrick O’Malley, Sarah Eynon Public Relations chairperson, Mike Keraney.
play in Kildare’s Irish Pub, The Bog and many other locations until 2 a.m. Both Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 4 p.m. various bands will hit the stage. Sunday features The Keystone Jazz Institute Student Combos. Lackawanna County Commissioners Jim Wansacz and Patrick O’Malley discussed the student component of the event. “There are young musicians that have played for the event, moved on to college and became professional musicians who come back and play for the festival,” Wansacz said. Prices vary daily, but begin at $20 and are available at Joe Nardone Gallery of Sound locations or by calling the box office at 487.3954. Sunday student pass is $10. For more information, visit Scrantonjazzfestival.org.
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Fireworks light up the sky at the Abington Heights Middle School.
Rotary lights up the night The Rotary Club of the Abingtons presented its annual fireworks show at sunset June 30 at Abington Heights Middle School.
Capri Pettinato and Trinka Ravaioli attend the Rotary Club of the Abigtons’ annual fireworks display.
The crowd watches the sunset outside Abington Heights Middle School.
Many vintage postcards circulated in the United States celebrate American patriotism with commemorative symbolism and bright red, white and blue colors.
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Continued from Page 10 an artistic treasure. I am always amazed by what children create in this camp. For example, one child used a chicken rotisserie container and several toilet paper tubes to create a giraffe; another made a creature out of a hairbrush. Kids just love to explore this 3-D form of collage as they learn about the environment and recycling. Admission is $60 and all materials will be provided. And don’t forget to register now for the Dietrich’s Everhart Museum Bus Trip! We will depart from the Dietrich on Saturday, July 14 at 9:30 a.m. for a guided tour of the museum and visit their BEEyond exhibit, which is all about bees and beekeeping. Then we will take part in an educational workshop about the BEEyond exhibit and enjoy a box lunch in Nay Aug Park. After lunch, participants can visit the Nay Aug gorge and tree house or explore more of the museum. Admission is $10 per person and lunch is included. Call 570-996-1500 to sign up. As you can see the Dietrich is so much more than the movies.
The Rotary Club begins new year
From left: Barry and Donna Kaplan, Tunkhannock. Barry Kaplan was the recipient of the Four-Way Test Award.
The Rotary Club of the Abingtons held its annual Installation Dinner June 28 to announce the officers and board of directors for 2012-2013. The event was held at The Nichols Village Hotel and Spa. New officers and directors for the 2012-2013 year are: John Hambrose, President; Robert Vielee, PresidentElect; Ian Anderson, Vice President; Mary Tuthill, Secretary; Stephanie Westington, Treasurer; Joseph Pagnani, Sergeant-at-arms; Roger Mattes, Past President; Trip Crowley, Past President; Theresa Collins, Director; Michael Barrows, Director; Deborah Kennedy, Director and T’Shaiya Stephenson, Director.
Meg Hambrose, left, with Rotary Club of the Abingtons’ President John Hambrose, both of South Abington Twp. , and Rotarian Larry Sarno, Waverly.
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From left are officers of the Laurel Garden Club: Joyce Crounse, vice president, John Crounse, vice president, Richard Genova, President, Ann Marie Genova, Treasurer/Membership, Marsha Scotti, newsletter/ secretary and Pat Coffey, coordinator.
From left: Rotarians Ned Connell, Waverly and Howard Hyde, South Abington Twp.
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From left: Rotarian Trip Crowley, with daughter Diana Crowley, both of South Abington Twp. with Sandy Pagnani and Rotarian Joe Pagnani, South Abington Twp.
Sandy Pagnani, South Abington Twp., left, with Rotarian Sandie Lamanna, Clarks Summit. Barry Kaplan, left, is presented the FourWay Test Award by out-going Rotary Club of the Abingtons’ President Roger Mattes.
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Former Lackawanna Trail football player Eric Laytos hands off to Braden Genello of Benton at last year’s Lion Cub Football Camp.
Clarks Summit resident was born to race Starting this week, I’ll be writing a weekly column for the Abington Journal about the racing industry from a racer’s perspective, as well as keeping everyone up to date on my own racing experiences. I’ve always loved cars; ever since I was a toddler I can remember playing with Hot Wheels. My uncle owns a body shop in Scranton, so I spent quite a bit of time there as a youngster. I received a remote-controlled car for Christmas when I was 9, and as soon as I realized I could race it, I was at the track the next weekend. The track was LA Speedway in Lake Ariel, and I’ve raced there too many times to count, each time gaining experience on how to setup the car, which carried over quite nicely when I made the switch to full size cars at 14. This came about during the winter a few years ago when I was online looking at race tracks in our area. I started to read the rule book for the street stock class, and realized that you could start racing when you were only 14. I excitedly called my dad, and after discussions between my parents, I had a car in my driveway a week later. We spent about a month converting the car from “street legal” to “raceable.” We installed a roll cage, racing seat, 6-point harness, fire extinguishing system, a fuel and engine shut-off, as well as many more safety related items to insure I would be all right in case anything went wrong. I learned a lot about the car and mechanics during this period. I would take things apart and put them back together just to learn how they worked. This helped me down the road in the event a part broke, I would know how to replace it. The intent of the class was to keep cost down, and give new drivers a chance to get used to racing; the track, the speed, passing, shifting, car control, etc. I learned more about how to handle a car in the first few months than I have since then. I got to experience how a loose or tight racecar felt like. I made mistakes that you need to make in order to have a better understanding of what my input into the car makes it do. I’ve gone into corners too fast, way too fast, and realized after its too late that I have to do something radical to save the car from skidding into the wall. I learned how to save a car from spinning out, save a car from flipping over, and learned that the gas pedal can do almost as much to turn a car than the steering wheel. These experiences still come into play when I jump into a new car or go to a new track, so I’m glad I got to experience them. Since then, I’ve moved up to much more powerful purpose built asphalt stock cars. It took me all of the last two years to get used to the new surface and car, but the hard work and determination is paying off now. I’m now racing against drivers who race for a living, and it feels pretty cool to go out there and race side by side with them, and be competitive. I race almost every week at Bethel Motor Speedway in White Lake, NY. For instant access to the latest updates, you can “like” my fan page on Facebook under “Jerry Tunney Racing” Jerry Tunney is currently racing in the Late Model Division at Bethel Motor Speedway in White Lake, N.Y.
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Gary Weidner enjoys taking canoe trips with his family which often turn into overnight excursions. “Our first trip we saw eagles, snapping turtles, big carp, trout, deer and all sorts of birds,” Weidner said.
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or all the way past Shadowbrook (Inn and Resort).” He added, “We’ve come down the SusqueGary L. Weidner, Jr., 54, Dalhanna North Branch of the Tunkton, had his first canoe experihannock Creek a number of ence with the Boy Scouts years ago, with an overzealous paddler times and it’s great for little kids children. It’s rocky with rapids, along on the trip. “He (a fellow but it’s not as deep. There aren’t Boy Scout) wanted to be ahead of everyone and I just wanted to strong undertows as there are in have fun,” said Weidner, a canoe the Susquehanna.” Many of his canoe trips have enthusiast with years of experibeen enjoyed with family, inence under his belt. Since his scouting days, canoe cluding his son, Gary L. Weidner, III, and can be planned as trips have taken him abroad to overnight excursions and comdestinations including Norway, bined with other activthe Amazon Basin in South ities such as campAmerica with destinations such as Guyana, Venezuela and Brazil ing, fishing and hiking planned to “[through vast fields of high break up the trip, grass some pretty rough water,” providing a and on rivers throughout the northeast including Maine, New medley of outdoor Hampshire, Vermont, and New adventures. York State, etc…Locally, he has For excanoed down parts of the Susample, “If quehanna River, Delaware, and one of his favorite waterways, the you go up north to North Branch of the Tunkhannock, when the water is high. “When it (the water) is high enough, you can put the canoe in the water up upstream from the Nicholson Viaduct and come down to Lazy Brook Park by Deer Park Lumber, BY JOAN MEAD-MATSUI Abington Journal Correspondent
Gary Weidner canoeing at Lackawanna State Park.
Lakes George and Champlain, you can plan different trips with overnight excursions. You carry camping gear with you. It’s a paddle and camp kind of fun,” said Weidner. On one of their first family trips, Weidner noted, referring to the North Branch of the Tunkhannock Creek, “Our first trip there we saw eagles, snapping turtles, big carp, trout, deer and all sorts of birds.” When canoeing with children, he advised, “Be prepared with a dry bag with extra clothes for See canoeing, Page 14
The 4th Annual Lackawanna Trail Lion Cub Football Camp will be held Monday, July 16 and Tuesday, July 17 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on the game field at Lackawanna Trail High School. The camp is for kids ages 6 to 14. Each camper will receive position specific instruction from the coaching staff and players of the Lackawanna Trail High School football team in a non-contact setting. Players will be grouped according to their age and their individual offensive and defensive positions. Special teams instruction will also be covered. A certified trainer will be on grounds at all times All campers will receive coaching on the fundamentals of blocking and tackling, how to get into a solid football stance, how to use their ‘power angles,’ stretching, agility, proper form running technique, and teamwork. The importance of ‘Lion Pride’ throughout the entire Lackawanna Trail Football family will be emphasized. Each camper will receive a camp T-shirt and be eligible for prizes. The cost is $20 if you register by July 13. $25 if you register at the start of camp. Participants should wear a T-shirt, shorts and proper footwear (spikes, if possible). Concessions will be available. If you have any questions, contact Steve Jervis, Head Football Coach: 335-3768 (cell) or by email at jerviss@ltsd.org.
Campers take the field
Michelle LaCoe coached a field hockey camp for 8 to 14 year-old girls from June 25 to 29 at South Abington Park. The camp covered basic skills for the younger participants and advanced techniques for the experienced players.
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Marykate Boyle and Anna Baruffaldi work on drills at Michelle LaCoe’s Field Hockey Camp on June 26.
With the help of Katya Williams, Coach Michelle LaCoe shows the girls at her field hockey camp how it’s done on June 26.
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the kids… Adults should also be experienced swimmers and very comfortable with the water…It’s experience and forethought if you’re taking little children.” He added, “When the kids are young, I would have an experienced adult in the front and one in the back and the kids in the middle and you paddle accordingly.” A canoe, a small narrow boat, usually pointed at both bow and stern and typically human-powered, may also be powered by sails or small electric or gas motors. Weidner’s canoe is a Mad River 17 ½ foot, weighing approximately 92 lbs. with the additional equipment he has added to it. He noted, “Some boats have good initial stability (tip over possibility) or better secondary stability. There are different hull shapes with different types of boats. That’s true with canoes, too. My canoe is good for family recreation, moderate speed on a lake and it’s good for bigger rivers, but it’s not good on small creeks because it’s too big. There are all sorts of stuff out there today to have fun with.”And as a recreational sport, according to Weidner, canoeing can be rigorous or relaxed and laid back. “For instance, if you’re in a canoe and it’s a very windy day, it’s rather vigorous. If you’re on a river that’s kind of rough, you’ve got to be on your toes,” said Weidner. Some of the safety gear required for a canoe trip includes life vests, a whistle, a safety rope, and paddles, and according to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website, “Unpowered boats are boats without motors such as certain kayaks, canoes, rowboats, sailboats, rafts or inflatable boats. Unpowered boats are not required to be registered – unless used at a Fish & Boat Commission access area or lake, or at Pennsylvania state parks and state forests; or required by the owner (one example is the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers).” Visit fishandboat.com/ boatinf.htm for more information, or to learn more about boating regulations and safety on Pennsylvania waterways.
Devon Millington, Allentown; Alexis and Alyssa Freda, Clarks Summit and Nina Sampogne, Waverly
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The third annual Forever Young Kid’s Fishing Derby was held June 9th at the Abington Area Community Park Lake Eston Wilson The derby is in Memory of Bud Young and benefits the park at Abington Area Community Park’s Lake Eston Wilson.
CC of Scranton holds Grandmother’s Tourney The Country Club of Scranton Women’s Golf Association held its annual Grandmother’s Tournament on June 16th. Barbara Erhard took first place. The following participants were win-
ners of the tournament: Joan Ludka, Barbara Erhard, Sally Marquardt, Letha Reinheimer, June Sarnowski, Marge Harding, Peggy Pettinato and Norina Lynott.
Miners sign prospect The NEPA Miners signed free safety Raymond Berry, a two year starter and graduate from Mississippi Valley State University in 2010. Berry played at LA Pierce Junior College before transferring to Mississippi Valley State. Berry played only five games in his first year due to a dislocated elbow. He still finished the season with 20 tackles (10 solo), three pass deflections and an interception. As a senior, Berry moved to cornerback and had 40 tackles, two pass deflections and 160 return yards.
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Arcure chipping in Scranton Prep graduate Steve Arcure did not have a big season at the plate but the senior outfielder was still a valuable player for the William & Mary baseball team. The 6-foot, 170-pound lefthanded hitter, was batting .238 (24-for-101) with six doubles and two triples. He has 12 RBI and 20 runs scored and has three stolen bases. In the field, he hasn’t made an error on 48 chances. Arcure is a career .282 hitter (150-for-532), with 31 doubles, six triples and three home runs. He has 83 RBIs and has scored 97 runs. In the field, he’s made just one error on 221 chances (.995). “Steve has battled through a difficult season personally, but continues to try to be a senior leader,” said coach Frank Leoni. “He had a good stretch in the middle of the season where he was moved to third in the batting order.” Still, there is no way that Leoni will put a veteran presence like Arcure on the bench as the season winds down. “We need Steve’s contributions down the stretch as we contend for a spot in the league (Colonial Athletic Association) post-season,” the coach said. Burke’s pitching in Sophomore Mike Burke
was a member of the Lehigh baseball team’s pitching staff this season. The Abington Heights High School graduate worked in 13 games with two starts. The 6-foot right-hander was 1-1 with a 4.50 earned run average. He worked 30 innings and gave up 33 hits and 15 runs, all earned. He walked 11 and struck out 12. Burke picked up his victory in an 8-5 triumph over Temple. He worked 3.2 innings of relief and didn’t give up a hit or a run. The Mountain Hawks finished 18-31-1 overall with a 6-14 mark in the Patriot League. Good start for Mecca Freshman David Mecca, an Abington Heights High School graduate, competed in five matches for the Hofstra men’s golf team. Mecca kicked off his college career by firing rounds of 79, 78 and 84 for a 241 total in the George Washington Invitational. He followed that with an 83 and 78 for 161 at the Quaker Invitational. Mecca had his best round with a one-over 73 in the first round of the Lafayette Invitational. He finished tied for 18th with a second-round 81 for a 154 total. Then, in the St. Peter’s Peacock Invitational, he had a four-over 76 to tie for 27th.
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Tony Cerminaro, Jermyn, won the 75-79 year old division
in the recent Boston Marathon. Mr. Cerminaro is an accomplished runner who has competed in numerous marathons along the East Coast. The Lackawanna County Commissioners presented him with a proclamation in recognition of his recent achievement.
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Lady Comets continue to roll in division play Shortstop Kara Greskovic, shown above, was a member of the Abington Heights junior high girls softball team that recently won their second straight Lackawanna League Division 1 championship. The Lady Comets finished undefeated in league play.
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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Marion R. Schirg late of West Abington Twp., Lackawanna County of Pennsylvania died June 3, 2012. All persons indebted to said Estate please make payment and those having a claim, present the same to: James Schirg , Executor & Betty Remick Executrix, RR# 2 Box 534, Dalton, PA 18414.
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GRAND MARQUIS ‘99 GS Well maintained, Smooth riding, 4.6L, V8, RWD, Auto, Power windows, power locks, New Inspection, Serviced, Silver over blue. Good tires $3,750 Call 823-4008
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1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995. Call 570-237-5119
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. Reduced price to $26,000. Call 570-825-6272
MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR
6 cylinder automatic. 52k original miles. $1500. 570-899-1896
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SILVERCRAFT
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
FORD `07 FOCUS SES Sedan
Alloy wheels, heated seats, CD player, rear spoiler, 1 owner, auto, air, all power, great gas mileage, priced to be sold immediately! $6,995 or best offer. 570-614-8925
FORD ‘02 MUSTANG
GTRedCONVERTIBLE with black
top. 6,500 miles. One Owner. Excellent Condition. $17,500 570-760-5833
MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS ‘99 GS
Silver, 4.6L, V8, Auto, power steering, power brakes, power windows & locks. 104k, New Inspection! Great Condition! Call 570-823-4008
Heavy duty 14’ aluminum boat with trailer, great shape. $1,000. 570-822-8704 or cell 570-498-5327
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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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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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CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE $47,000
FORD ‘76 THUNDERBIRD All original. JUST REDUCED $9,000
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Kit Car $5,500 (570) 655-4884 hell-of-adeal.com
FORD ‘73 F350 Stake Body Truck
55,000 Original miles - garage kept, only 2 owners, hydraulic lift gate, new tires, battery and brakes. Excellent condition. No rust. Must see. $6500 or best offer Call 570-687-6177
Model 8526RLS Mountain Top,PA $18,500 570-760-6341
WINNEBAGO ‘81 LOW LOW MILES
42,000+ ALL NEW TIRES GREAT PRICE $4000 CALL 570-825-9415 AFTER 5 PM
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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
MITSUBISHI `11
OUTLANDER SPORT SE
AWD, Black interior/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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“CAN YOU DIG IT?” HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. 3 week training program. backhoes, bulldozers, excavators. Local job placement assistance VA Benefits Approved. 2 National Certifications. 866-362-6497
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HSoft ARLEY DAVIDSON ‘80 riding FLH. King of the Highway! Mint original antique show winner. Factory spot lights, wide white tires, biggest Harley built. Only 28,000 original miles! Never needs inspection, permanent registration. $7,995 OBO 570-905-9348
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
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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Previous experience required. Full and part time positions available. Great pay! Call Jessica at 451-3050 for immediate interview.
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Full Time contracted position available beginning with the 2012-13 school year.
LATIN TEACHING POSITION Full Time contracted
position available beginning with the 2012-13 school year. Send letter of interest to Mr. Michael Healey, Superintendent, 41 Philadelphia Avenue, Tunkhannock, PA 18657. All clearances (Act 34, 114 and 151 must be obtained for employment.) EOE, Deadline for applications: 07/16/2012.
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Near Mint 174 miles - yes, One hundred and seventy four miles on the clock, original owner. $8000. 570-876-2816
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FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED
miles, original owner, extra pipes & helmet. $13,500. 570-237-1103
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BMW 2010 K1300S
Only 460 miles! Has all bells & whistles. Heated grips, 12 volt outlet, traction control, ride adjustment on the fly. Black with lite gray and red trim. comes with BMW cover, battery tender, black blue tooth helmet with FM stereo and black leather riding gloves (like new). paid $20,500. Sell for
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GARAGE SALE LEFTOVERS Steel entry door new $50. Anderson casement window 2’x4’ $30. Three 18” color TVs, good reception $25. each. Binoculars 7x50 Tasco $50. 570-287-4723
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with an electric scoreboard. 21’ long. Excellent condition. Asking $2450. 570-675-5046
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
NY STATE TIMBERLAND & WATERFRONT LAND SALE: 5 Acres- $25,995 Beautiful woods along river. 2.7 Acres$49,995 Lake front, guest house & access building. 71 Acres$69,995 Timberland w/excellent hunting. More bargains availableFree List. Financing for 15 years! Free closing costs! Call 800229-7843 Or visit landandcamps.com
786 Toys & Games
LUZERNE COUNTY Secluded 3 level
SHUFFLEBOARD
AIR HOCKEY TABLE, $50. good condition. 570-902-9282
796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise
BUYING SPORT CARDS Pay Cash for
baseball, football, basketball, hockey & non-sports. Sets, singles & wax. 570-212-0398
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Community Outreach/ Volunteer Coordinator
This position is responsible for volunteer efforts – to include recruiting, training and mentoring; event planning; marketing/ public relations; humane education; and website/social media management. Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work. Must have excellent oral and public speaking skills. Must be able to communicate well via email, newsletter, etc. Must have a strong affinity for animals. PLEASE FORWARD YOUR RESUME WITH SALARY HISTORY TO: EMAIL: PNORK@ LUZERNESPCA.ORG OR MAIL TO: SPCA C/O DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 524 EAST MAIN ST. WILKES-BARRE, PA
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DRIVERS- A. Duie Pyle Needs Owner Operators & Company Drivers. Regional Truckload Operations. HOME EVERY WEEKEND! O/O Average $1.84/Miles. Steady, Year-Round Work. Requires CDL-A, 2 Years Experience. Call Dan: 877-9107711 www.DriveForPyle.com
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Business Opportunities
NEPA FLORAL & GIFT SHOP Including delivery van, coolers, all inventory, displays, computer system, customer list, website and much more. Turn key operation in prime retail location. Serious inquiries please call 570-592-3327
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800 PETS & ANIMALS 815
Dogs
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AIR CONDITIONERS 2 older units $25. 570-654-9109
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WOODLAWN CEMETERY on Woodlawn Drive, Dallas, PA 18612 Four plots available for $500 total. 570-888-0425
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Furniture & Accessories
FURNISH FOR LESS
* NELSON * * FURNITURE * * WAREHOUSE * Recliners from $299 Lift Chairs from $699 New and Used Living Room Dinettes, Bedroom 210 Division St Kingston Call 570-288-3607 GARAGE SALE LEFTOVERS Oreck XL vacuum bags $5. NOAT shoes, new $3. Copper jello molds $1. each. 3M gel writs rest $1. Hardcover books $1. each. Ronan pruner plus new $2. Ronan multi cut $2. Star wars keepsake ornament $5. Mini upright vacuum $5. 570-287-2299
home on 15 acres located in Black Creek Township (near Hazleton). Detatched garage. Private gated driveway. Call 570-459-8658
SHAVERTOWN
105 Summit Street Fire damaged home. Sold as is. 60’ x 235’ lot. Public sewer, water & gas. $34,500, negotiable Call 570-675-0446, evenings.
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ITALIAN CANE CORSO Mastiff Puppies
ICCF Registered & ready to go! Parents on premises. Blue.Vet Checked 570-617-4880
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Income & Commercial Properties
PITTSTON
FOR SALE 5 Unit Money Maker Available immediately. Fully rented, leases on all five units. Separate utilities, new roof in 2007, 3 new gas furnaces, off street parking for 6 vehicles, 3 bay garage. Over $29,000 in rents. A true money maker for the serious investor. Must Sell! $140,000. Call Steve at (570)468-2488
WILKES-BARRE
1st block S. Franklin St. Historic District. Beautiful 3 story building. 2,300 square feet on first floor. Commercial & residential use. 8 parking spaces. $395,000. Call 570-824-7173
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ROCKER, wood/tapestry, $75. RECLINER, Burgundy velour cloth, $125. SOFA, CHAIR, OTTOMAN, 3 TABLES, great for den. Wood and cloth, all in excellent condition. $450. Call after 6 PM 570-675-5046
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VIRGINIA SEASIDE LOTS: Spectacular 3+ acre estate lots in exclusive development on the seaside (the mainland) overlooking Chincoteague Bay, islands and ocean beyond. Gated entrance, caretaker, private paved roads, community pier, pool and club house which includes 2-bedroom guest suites for property owners. Great climate, fishing, clamming and National Seashore beaches nearby. Just 30 miles south of Ocean City, Md. Absolute buy of a lifetime, recent bank sale makes these lots available at 1/3 original price! Priced at only $49,000 to $65,000. For info call (757)824-5284 Email: oceanlandtrust@yahoo.co m, pictures on website: www.corbinhall.com
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5 Acres $19,900 8 Acres $24,900 Gorgeous views, fields, woods! 30 minutes Albany. Just off 1-90. Fully approved for your country home! 888-793-7762 www.NewYorklandandLakes.com
HARVEYS LAKE
Beach Street. 2 nice building lots. Approx 100 x 150 each. Public sewer available. Paved road. Surveyed. $19,995 each.570-822-7359
JENKINS TOWNSHIP Prestigious
Highland Hills Development .88 Acres. $75,000 570-947-3375 NY Land & Cabin Bargain Sale: Classic Adirondack Camp 5 acres $29,995. Cozy Cabin-Base Camp 5 acres - $19,995. Near 1000’s of acres of Stateland, lakes, & rivers. Access to snowmobile & ATV trails. Our best deal ever! Call 800-229-7843. See pics at www.landandcamps.com
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KINGSTON
Beautiful, oversized executive style apartment in large historic home. Two bedrooms, one bath, granite kitchen, hardwood floors, dining room, living room, basement storage, beautiful front porch, washer/ dryer. $1,000 monthly plus utilities. No smoking. Call 570-472-1110
KINGSTON
Modern, 1st floor, 1 bedroom, off-street parking, no pets, $495/month, plus utilities & security. Call 706-5628
WEST PITTSTON
1st floor, 1 bedroom, refrigerator & stove, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, water & sewer, no pets. $550/month, + utilities & security (570)388-4242
WEST PITTSTON
2 bedroom. 2nd floor. $550 plus utilities 570-299-5471
WEST PITTSTON
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WILKES-BARRE
CLIFFORD
Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms
DUPONT
- Light & bright open floor plans - All major appliances included - Pets welcome* - Close to everything - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Short term leases available
2 bedroom apartments. Country setting, unfurnished or furnished. 570-241-1743
Totally renovated 6 large room apartment. Partially furnished, brand new fridge/electric range, electric washer & dryer on 1st floor. Brand new custom draperies, Roman shades, carpeting/flooring & energy efficient windows. Kitchen with snack bar. Full tiled pink bath on 1st floor. Beautiful original Victorian wainscotting, ceilings, woodwork & vintage wall paper. Victorian dining room with wall to wall carpet. Living room with large storage closet, 2 large bedrooms with wall to wall & large closets. Attic partially finished for storage. 2nd floor large front balcony with beautiful view of the Valley. 1st floor back porch with large back yard, off-street parking. Easy access to I-81, airport & casino. Tranquil neighborhood. No smoking. $800 + utilities & security. 570-762-8265
FORTY FORT
82 Yates St. 1st floor, 1 bedroom, quiet neighborhood, off-street parking, washer/dryer hook-up. No pets $550/month + utilities. Available July 1st. Call 570-287-5090
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4 Rooms, 2 Bedrooms, Wall to Wall carpet, stove, fridge, washer & dryer $550 + security. Heat Included. No pets. Call 570-823-2214 after 1 p.m.
WILKES-BARRE
PARSONS Recently remodeled 2 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment. Stove, fridge, washer & dryer included. $485 + utilities & security. Call 570-650-2494
WILKES-BARRE SOUTH
2nd floor, 2 bedroom, big living room, off-street parking, washer /dryer hook-up. $500 + utilities & security deposit. 570-690-7721
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America Realty Efficiencies $500+ utilities 288-1422
Remodeling in progress, all 2nd floors, all new kitchen appliances, laundry, parking. 2 year leases, No pets or Smoking, Employment application mandatory.
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Two 1st floor, 1 bedroom apartments. All utilities included. No pets. $450 + 1 month security. (908) 964-1554
KINGSTON
CONVENIENTLY LOCATED Architect designed, light, bright 2nd floor 1 bedroom with secure entry. Carpeted. Air conditioned. Laundry facilities. Extra storage. Off street parking. References, security, lease. No smokers please. $490/ month + utilities. Call 570-287-0900
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KINGSTON Penn St.
1/2 Double, 2 bedroom. Newly remodeled. Gas Heat. Washer & dryer hookup, yard, parking. Not Approved for Section 8. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-1530
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! $540/month + utilities, security, lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294
PITTSTON
2nd floor, 4 rooms. Hardwood floors. Heat and hot water included. No pets. No smoking. Call 570-479-4069
HOMES FOR SALE
912 Lots & Acreage
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Parsons Section 5 bedroom, 1 bath. Garage. Corner lot. Nice location. Out of flood zone. $30,000 negotiable. Call 570-814-7453
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KINGSTON COMMERCIAL SPACE
1,250 sf. Excellent for shipping & receiving. Private powder room. Loading dock. Separate over head and entrance doors. Gas Heat. Easy Access. $450 + security & references. 570-706-5628
971 Vacation & Resort Properties
Elizabeth Street 1 bedroom half double with large rooms. Neutral decor. Ample closets. Screened in porch & private yard. $350 + utilities security & lease. NO PETS. Call 570-793-6294
PLAINS
Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath with Victorian charm with hardwood floors, neutral decor, stained glass window, large kitchen with washer /dryer hook-up, off-street parking. $700 month + utilities, security & lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294
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Newly remodeled. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, off street parking, fenced yard, some pets okay, appliances included. $800/month + utilities & security Call (570) 899-2665
959 Mobile Homes
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Newly remodeled 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Large kitchen with stove, water, sewer & garbage included. $545 + 1st & last. 570-332-8922
971 Vacation & Resort Properties
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Shop Downtown Clarks Summit for the best deals of the year!
Annual Sidewalk Sale Days July 13-15, 2012
Standing are new active members from left: Membership Development Chair Amie Talarico, Tami PrallNasser, Audrey Jones, Leandra Nasser, Nicole Lance, Kelly Sweeney, Amy Betts, Quinn Kenehan , Erin McFadden, Maggie Hawk and Jennifer Frey. Absent from photo: Kim Daniloski.
The Junior League of Scranton recently held its Annual Dinner at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Celebrating a successful year, the evening was an opportunity for the League to recognize the contributions of its members and welcome a new Board of Directors. Amie Talarico, Membership Development Chairman, introduced eleven Provisional Members who were granted Active status and Stacy Clum, a Past President, became a Sustaining Member. Laurie Cadden was named Sustainer of the Year. The Ma-
The 2012-2013 Board of Directors include, seated, from left: Amie Talarico, Membership Development; Megan Alpert, Recording Secretary; Tara Farrell, Community Research; Jessica Falk, Treasurer; Ashley Nasser, Nominating. Standing: Stacy Clum, Katie Gilmartin, Chairman of the Board; Christina Nasser Thomas, President; Amy Paciej-Woodruff, President Elect and Krista Pasko, Parliamentarian.
ry Harriman Award for exemplary service to the League was presented to Krista Pasko. Dr. Rebecca Schoonover received the Margaret L. Richards Award for outstanding community impact. In 2005, Dr. Schoonover established and continues to host Cocktails for a Cause to benefit Research to Prevent Blindness and the Scranton Blind Association. Katie Gilmartin was recognized for her service as President and named
Chairman of the Board. Christina Nasser Thomas was named President of the Junior League of Scranton and introduced its 20122013 Board of Directors. Sustaining Members in attendance were Nada Gilmartin, June Lettieri, Liana Walsh, Linda Lynett, Letha Reinheimer, Elizabeth Murray; Standing, Deb Peterson, Laurie Cadden, Shelley White, Linda Sproul, Jean Rees, Barbara Erhard, Katie Sunday and Michele Musheno.
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Kick off the weekend with 2nd Friday Art Walk!!! Friday, July 13 Art, Food and Wine Samplings!!! 6-8 PM
July 10 - 14, 2012 All Rides One Low Price Every Night Chinchilla Hose Company Lenten Pizza Wings (Provided by: Justus Fire Company) Events and Entertainment Throughout The Week Include: TUESDAY - Music - DAVE WILLIAMS WEDNESDAY - Music - HELL YO!!! ANTIQUE & CLASSIC CAR CRUISE 6PM THURSDAY - Music - CRYSTAL SKIES FRIDAY - Music - THE LOOK • FIREMAN’S PARADE 7PM SATURDAY - Music - MACE IN DICKSON FIREWORKS 10PM GRAND PRIZE DRAWING
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Camp Ages: Students entering 5th, 6th, and 7th grades in the Fall of 2012 Camp Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Camp Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays ONLY Camp Cost: $75.00 per session per child Earth Camp is directed by Pa. certified teacher, Jennifer James, whose quality programming is executed by a dedicated group of counselors trained to provide a safe, educational, fun, handson outdoor experience for your child Earth Camp is brought to you by the Abington Area Joint Recreation Board (AAJRB) For more information please view our website or contact us at: www.aajrb/earthcamp
SESSION ONE: July 10, 11, 12 July 17, 18, 19 July 24, 25, 26 Come and join the hundreds of students entering 5th, 6th, and 7th grades who have loved Earth Camp! In it’s 5th highly successful year, your child will experience the following activities/ programs: fishing, canoeing, building & launching your own rocket, professional tennis instruction from the highly dedicated staff at Birchwood Tennis & Racquet Facility, sculpt clay creations with professional potter Colleen Ayers from Burti Ceramic Studio & Supply, enjoy a day at Keystone College exploring the Water Interpretive Trail and catch, examine, & classify aquatic life in the creek! Enjoy daily noncompetitive team-building activities, roast marshmallows and hot dogs over open-pit fires, and much, much more! We will also have special visits from dedicated supporters such as Michael Freidlin, AHMS 7th grade teacher and expert naturalist, Rob Smith, AHMS 7th grade teacher and professional juggler and Laura Anderson & Shane Kleiner from Keystone College and the Wyoming County Conservation District.
Many thanks to all of our supporters including: AEIO & You, Pennsylvania American Water, Laura Anderson, Shane Kleiner. Nan Burti, Colleen Ayers. Rob Smith, Michael Freidlin, and Bill Steege. For a complete list of supporters please see our website at www.aajrb/earthcamp
SESSION TWO: July 31, August 1, 2 August 7, 8, 9 August 14, 15, 16
Two ways to register:
1. Online at www.eteamz.com/earthcamp 2. Fill out the information below & mail to the address provided
2011 Earth Camp Session II Campers & Counselors
Space is limited and fills up quickly, so register today!
PLEASE RETURN THIS PORTION TO: EARTH CAMP, C/O AAJRB, 304 S. STATE ST., CLARKS SUMMIT, PA 18411 First Name: ______________ Last Name: ________________ Grade Level (Fall 2012): 5TH, 6TH, 7TH Address: ________________________________________________ Zip Code: __________ Phone: ______________ Alt. Phone: _______________ (Adult) T-shirt size: S M L Please check your session (s): Session One ($75/child)______, Session Two ($75/Child) _____ OR Both Sessions ($150/Child) ______ Does your child have any special needs that we need to be aware of: YES NO If yes, please explain: __________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent Name (please print): _____________________________Parent Signature: _________________________________ Amount Included: $______________ Please provide an email address for weekly camp updates and important information: ___________________________________________________________________ 765088
Junior League of Scranton welcomes new members
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL EVENTS PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.THEABINGTONS.ORG
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