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What: The Northeast Fair When: 5 to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. June 24, 1 to 11:15 p.m. June 25-26. Where: Fairgrounds, off Route 315, Pittston Township More info: 654-2503 or northeast fair.com
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The petting zoo is a perennial attraction at the Northeast Fair. Here Cole Thomas, then 14 months, and his mother, Nina, feed the goats.
voice mail cheerfully explains, “I’m out clowning around or pumping iron.” Among the biggest draws, fair chairman Joe Pupa said, are hypnosis demonstrations by Ron Diamond from Montgomery, Ala. “People line up an hour before the shows start, to get a good seat,” Pupa said. Here, too, there’s a touch of competitive spirit. As Diamond explained in a telephone inter-
view, many audience members become quite eager to participate, but not everyone is a good candidate for hypnosis. “By the time my pre-show is complete, I’ve got a handle for whether they’re a good candidate. They’ve basically done a self-elimination,” Diamond said, explaining a good candidate must have the ability to relax, maintain focus and take suggestions. “Put those three together,” he
said. About 3 percent of the population possesses those qualities to such an extent they can have surgery using hypnosis rather than anesthesia, he said. Another 20 percent has those qualities to a lesser degree, enough to take part in his show. The rest of the approximately 80 percent of the population can’t be hypnotized, said Diamond, who likes to share the science of the procedure with his audiences. “The first myth I break down is the TV myth, and the movie myth, that people go into a trance. ‘Trance’ would imply they are under control. On stage with Diamond, people might do something like imitate a favorite pop star or shake their arms in response to a stimu-
lus. They wouldn’t do anything, he said, that was outside the bounds of their personal ethics. “They’re validated by the audience, because the audience is having fun with them – not at them, but with them,” he said. Another reward is the good feeling supplied by a “massive rush” of endorphins. “It’s like being on drugs – your body’s natural drugs, nothing artificial,” he said. This year’s fair entertainment also includes Elvis tribute artist Shawn Klush, who will perform at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, a Billy Joel/Elton John tribute at 7:30 and 9:45 p.m. Thursday, the music of Cabinet and Miz at 7:30 p.m. June 24, a reunion of the band Dakota at 8 p.m. June 25 and Joe Stanky and his Cadets at 7:30 p.m. June 26. “It’s just about the best value you can get for $9 a person,” Biros-Kuzminski said. “You can stay all day and go on the rides. In this economic time you don’t want to spend tons of money, and you can get advance tickets that are only $6 at many banks and credit unions.”
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Do you bake a mean angel-food cake? How about an apple pie? Is there a “beautiful baby” in your family? Or a beat-up jalopy in your garage? If you enjoy competing in just about any fashion, don’t worry. The Northeast Fair, which begins Tuesday at the fairgrounds in Pittston Township, probably has a contest for you. The apple-pie contest, for example, will take place at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, and the angelfood cakes will be judged at 7:30 p.m. June 24. The “beautiful babies” will be admired at 2:30 p.m. June 25, and cars that have seen better days can get in their last licks at demolition derbies June 24-25. “There are local people who bring their old, beat-up cars,” fair spokeswoman Donna Biros-Kuzminski said. “They have a blast.” Other popular aspects of the fair include piglets — “They’re such cute little oinkers,” BirosKuzminski said — that race around a track, a petting zoo, 25 amusement rides and “Buffo, the World’s Strongest Clown,” whose
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Events T H I S W E E K : J U N E 17 T O 2 3 , 2 0 11 Rattlesnake Roundup, the annual fundraiser with a hunt and display of rattlesnakes along with a carnival, music, craft show, food, a firefighters parade (Saturday at 6 p.m.) and fireworks (Sunday at 9:30 p.m.). Noxen Volunteer Fire Company, 101 Stull Road, Noxen. Tonight, 6 to 11; Saturday, 1 p.m. to midnight; Sunday, 1 to 10 p.m. 298-2061. Cruise Night, with the Villa Capri Cruisers. Steamtown Mall, 300 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Tonight, 6 to 9. All vehicles welcome. 344-2014. Ride for the Vets, the inaugural event sponsored by the Shickshinny American Legion Riders. Begins at 575 Route 239, Shickshinny and continues to the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, where riders will spend time visiting with veterans. Saturday with registration from 8 to 10 a.m. $10 per person includes a post-ride party at the American Legion. 256-3073. Osterhout Library Book Sale, with adult and children’s books, fiction and non-fiction, cookbooks, CDs, cassettes, audio books, DVDs, VCR tapes, records and more. On the lawn of the Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Monday through Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Continues June 24, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; June 25 (Bag Day), 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers welcome. 829-5717.
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Summer Garden Party, a day of garden lore with a tour of a Pennsylvania-German kitchen garden, sessions on herbs; freshbaked herb bread from the outdoor brick oven and gardening basics. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 1000 Turkey Hill Road, Stroudsburg. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $5 children. 992-6161 or quietvalley.org. Relay for Life Event, with six teams camping out for a 24-hour period and offering food booths, games and raffles along with musical entertainment by local bands, a Survivor Celebration and Luminaria Ceremony at dusk. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Luzerne County Community Col-
Airport Day Pork Roast and Fly-In, with scenic flights, World War II plane rides, raffles, vendors, food, static displays, helicopters, face painting, moon bounce and more. Valley Aviation, 2001 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit Fallen Officers Remembered. 760-9034. Great Tastes of Pennsylvania Wine and Food Festival, with three stages of musical entertainment, samples from state wineries, educational seminars and food vendors. Split Rock Resort, 100 Moseywood Road, Lake Harmony. Saturday and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. 800-2557625. Youth Talent Expo 2011, the 14th annual competition for cash prizes with students in grades seven to 12. KISS Theatre, Wyoming Valley Mall, Wilkes-Barre Township. Saturday at 2 p.m. $5, $3 students. 823-5144. Reality Check with Kym Johnson, the newly crowned Season 12 “Dancing with the Stars” champion dances and meets with fans. Breakers, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, 1280 Route 315, Plains Township. Saturday at 4 p.m. Free. 888-946-4672. Car Show, with the Hi-Lites Motor Club. With food, music, raffles and door prizes. All vehicles welcome. Wegmans, 220 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. Saturday, 5 to 8 p.m. 477-2477 or 574-7470. A Catered Affair, a dinner dance sponsored by the J.R. Davis Volunteer Fire Department at the Banquet Hall, Route 415 and Idetown Road, Dallas. With a buffet dinner and music by DJ Productions. Saturday at 6:30 p.m. $25. 606-8765 or 4063870. Advance tickets only. Old Western Town Dance, with DJ music, a 50/50 raffle, door prizes and desserts. BYOB. Father Nallin Parish Center, 99 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Saturday, 7 to 11 p.m. $5. 836-4546. Father’s Day Car Show, open to all vehicles. NSRA Safety Inspection available. Sponsored by the Villa Capri Cruisers at Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 344-2014. All-Corvette Show, with the Hazleton Corvette Club. Fairway Chevrolet, Route 309, Hazleton. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 4559123. Father’s Day Car Cruise. Shim’s Bar and Restaurant, Route 115, Bear Creek. Sunday beginning at noon. 472-3113. Father’s Day Air Show, with remote-control model aircraft
including Piper Cubs, Extra 300, Laser, F-14 and other jets, military and sport planes and helicopters. Also: flying race cars, the Wicked Witch of the Poconos and Snoopy’s Doghouse, an aerial aerobatics stunt show, airplane races, a glider-throw contest and candy drop for the kids. West End Wings Model Airplane Club, Mayfield Drive, off Effort-Neola Road, Effort. Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. 259-7604. Forty Fort Meeting House Tours, guided tours of the historic 1807 church. 20 River St., in the Forty Fort Cemetery. Sundays through September 25, 1 to 3 p.m. Also: July 4, 1 to 3 p.m. $2, $1 children. 287-5214. Nathan Denison House Tours, guided tours of the historic 1790 house by costumed docents. 35 Denison St., Forty Fort. Sundays through September 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. $4, $2 children. 451-1551. Board Game Night for all ages. Select one of the library’s games or bring your own. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Mondays through June 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free. 821-1959. Summer Film Series: “Somewhere” (2010), a witty and empathetic look into the orbit of a hard-living actor who begins to re-examine his life when his 11-year-old daughter comes to live with him. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Wednesday at 1 p.m. ($4) and 7:30 p.m. ($6). 826-1100. Nature in Your Neighborhood, a walk along the River Common to discover some of the plants and wildlife. Led by naturalist Diane Madl of Nescopeck State Park. Meet at the Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA, 40 W. Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre. Wednesday at 6 p.m. Free. 823-2191. Farmers Market, the opening day of the summer marketplace with locally grown produce, festival foods, crafts, homemade breads and pastries and lunchtime entertainment by Windfall. Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 208-4292. Remembering Agnes, the WVIA-TV documentary about the flooding that devastated the Wyoming Valley in 1972. Hoyt Library, 284 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Thursday at 1 and 6 p.m. Free. 2872013. Walk Around Wilkes-Barre, the 5th annual evening of progressive dining and entertainment to benefit the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Thursday beginning with hors d’oeuvres at the F.M. Kirby Center at 5:30 p.m. and continuing to Oyster for soup and salad, the Westmoreland Club for dinner and ending at the Intermodal Center for dessert and coffee. Cash bar
Apprentice blacksmith Kenen Dunnigan worked some of his blacksmithing magic at the annual Patch Town Days last year.
BEST BET Patch Town Days, the annual two-day festival at Eckley Miners Village, will have a thespian air this year with the Eckley Players unveiling three new dramatizations celebrating the area’s anthracite heritage: “The Avondale Miner Disaster” looks back on that horrific mining tragedy; “The Face on the Barroom Floor dramatizes the poem by Hugh D’Arcy; and “A Polish Miner” includes readings from the Polish poet Anton Piotorowski. Of course, the usual kaleidoscope of music, art, food, living history, crafters and period demonstrations will fill the historic mining town with activities as varied as attending an Irish wake, listening to the roving banjo-andwashboard band Cracked Walnuts or getting taken in by Dr. Kelly’s Old-Time Medicine Show. This walk into the past runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The site is on Highland Road, off Route 940 in Freeland. Cost is $6 for adults, $5.50 for seniors and $4 for children. 636-2070.
available at all locations. $125. 824-8756 or bbbsnepa.org. Firwood Festival, 10th annual family-oriented event with food, games, crafts, book sale, white elephant and entertainment by Joe Lastovica & Polka Punch (Friday), DJ GUAD (Thursday and Saturday) and the Latino Multicultural Dancers (Saturday). Firwood United Methodist Church, 399 Old River Road, Wilkes-Barre. Thursday through June 25, 6 to 10 p.m. 823-7721.
FUTURE Civil War Road Show, a traveling exhibition detailing Pennsylvania’s role in the war along with special events including an encampment of the 142nd Volun-
teer Regiment Company G, Civil War medicine, period recipes, open house at the farm buildings and children’s activities. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 1000 Turkey Hill Road, Stroudsburg. June 24 to 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. With a special twilight tour of the farm June 24, 6 to 8:30 p.m. 992-6161 or quietvalley.org. Music, Wine & Art Festival, the third annual street festival along Main Street in Carbondale. With a Historic Carbondale Trolley Tour, a Renaissance Revels Traditional Feast, two outdoor music stages and multiple indoor performances, wine tastings from eight state wineries, See EVENTS, Page 5
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food and artisan vendors. Performers include the Main Street Cruisers, the Large Flowerheads, Joe Stanky & the Cadets, the Daisy Jug Band, singer-guitarist Bill Frye and the Doreen Coleman Jazz Quartet. June 24, 5 to 9 p.m.; June 25, noon to 9 p.m. 267-1640 or themainstreetexperience.com. Diversity Picnic, the 13th annual event with free food, games and prizes. Martz Amphitheater, Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre. June 25, noon to 4 p.m. Hosted by the Wilkes-Barre NAACP and the Diversity Institute. 262-1360 or 674-6217. Party on the Patio, a benefit for the Scranton Cultural Center on the patio of the Green Ridge Health Care Center, 2741 Boulevard Ave., Scranton. With drinks, food and music by EJ the DJ. June 24, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. $15. 346-7369. Friday Night Cruise, sponsored by the Pocono Mountain Street Rods. With classic cars, street rods, muscle cars and customs. Food Court parking lot, Viewmont Mall, Scranton/Carbondale Highway, Scranton. June 24, 6 to 9 p.m. 346-9165. Car Cruise, sponsored by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Regional AACA Car Club with food, entertainment, games and
prizes. Public Square, WilkesBarre. June 24 at 6 p.m. with awards at 9 p.m. 309-2367.
proximate return at 5:30 p.m. $54, $39 seniors, $32 children. 340-5200.
Fire Company Festival, with amusement rides, games, bingo, Firemen’s Parade (Saturday) and entertainment by DJ Glen Rubin and the Ron Richardson Band. Pocono Summit Volunteer Fire Company, 1 Blueberry Hill Road, Pocono Summit. June 24, 6 to 11 p.m.; June 25, 4 to 11 p.m. 6562013.
Ride for Lisa, the 2nd annual benefit for cancer victim Lisa Rondomanski-Knowles with a motorcycle ride and picnic at Jefferson Park, New and Cornelia streets, Pittston. June 25 with rider registration at 9 a.m. and ride at 11 a.m., followed by the picnic from 12:30 to 5 p.m. with food, live entertainment, face painting, instant bingo, basket raffles and more. $10. 237-2257.
Friday Night Movie, a free showing of “Dragnet” (1987) starring Dan Aykroyd and Tom Hanks. With popcorn and refreshments available. River Common Park Amphitheater, South River Street, Wilkes-Barre. June 24 at dusk. 574-3240. Historic House Tour of the Hill, a tour of several architecturally distinct homes in East Scranton’s Hill Section. Presented by the Lackawanna County Historical Society, 232 Monroe Ave., Scranton. June 26, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Preceded by a cocktail party to meet the homeowners June 24 at 6:30 p.m. Also: a Marketplace Yard Sale at the Historical Society during tour hours. $25 advance; $30 day of tour; $45 cocktail party. 344-3841. Founders Day Excursion, a diesel train ride from Scranton to the Delaware Water Gap for special displays and presentations. Steamtown National Historic Site, 300 Cliff St., Scranton. June 25 at 9 a.m. with an ap-
Tunkhannock Founders Day, the 30th annual street festival with crafts, artisans, historic demonstrations, music and festival foods. Downtown Tunkhannock. June 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 6871584. Pocono Garden Tour of nine gardens in Tannersville, Mount Pocono, Henryville, Cresco, Canadensis, Marshalls Creek and Snydersville. Sponsored by the Monroe County Garden Club. June 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $10. Tickets available at Werkheiser’s Garden Center, Tannersville Plaza on Route 611. 629-0279. Saturday Yoga Clinic, a free session with Jennifer Ciarimboli of Balance Yoga. Millennium Circle, River Common Park, North River Street, Wilkes-Barre. June 25; July 9 and 23; Aug. 6 and 20; Sept. 3 and 17; Oct. 1 at 10 a.m. 574-3240. Knitting and Crocheting. Bring
your projects and join other knitters. All ages. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., WilkesBarre. June 25, July 9 and 23, Aug. 6 and 20, 10:30 a.m. to noon; June 30 at 6 p.m. 8211959. Afternoon Tea at the Cottage, with a presentation by etiquette consultant Jill Evans Kryston, director of Defining Manners: A School of Contemporary Protocol. Hillside Farms, 65 Hillside Road, Trucksville. June 25, 1 to 4 p.m. $30. Reservations: 6964500. St. Mary’s Annual Picnic, with basket and gift raffles, customcar show, ethnic food, moon bounce and entertainment by John Stanky & the Coal Miners. St. Mary’s Grove, 1730 Fowler Ave., Berwick. June 26, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 759-8113. Bark for Life, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society offering a fun-filled day for dogs including doggie contests, games, treats – and human treats, too. Nay Aug Park, Scranton. June 26, 1 to 4 p.m. $10 per dog. 562-9749, ext. 330. Bridal Bliss: A Runway Retrospective Show, with gowns from the 1920s to the present showing the historical evolution of bridal attire along with floral arrangements and music from each decade, wedding anecdotes, Victorian wedding garments and a dessert reception. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunk-
hannock. June 26 at 1 p.m. $40 advance, $45 at the door (if available). 996-1500.
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Art Show and Open House, the second annual event with an exhibit by artists Bonnie Coveleski and Lorraine Petyo-Elias along with swimming, refreshments and entertainment. Sunset Beach, Pole #1, Harveys Lake. June 26, 1 to 4 p.m. 760-7920. Tour of Back Mountain Gardens, self-guided tours of seven gardens with a variety of landscaping styles and themes including the Shakespeare Garden at Misericordia University. Also: related workshops and demonstrations by master gardeners and professional landscapers, a Standard Flower Show and special exhibits. July 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Anthracite Scenic Trails Association. $20 before June 25; $25 thereafter. Information at backmountainbloomers.org. Kutztown Folk Festival, the 62nd edition of the folk-life event celebrating Pennsylvania Dutch culture. With six stages of entertainment, traditional juried crafts, farmers market, historical re-enactments, antiques, a horse-powered carousel, traditional music and dancing, a huge quilt sale, children’s activities and lots of Pennsylvania Dutch food. Fairgrounds, 225 N. Whiteoak St., Kutztown. July 2 to 10, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. $14, $13 seniors, $5 children. 888-674-6136 or kutztownfestival.com.
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When casual observers see a great blue heron or an egret, they might think, “Oh, look at the pretty bird. What long legs it has!” To a river-lover, especially one paddling the Susquehanna, the sight means a bit more: The bird is there because it can find fish to eat. The fish are there because they eat tiny insects in the river. And the insects are there because the river is cleaner than many people think. “There are some stretches right here in Wyoming Valley where you could think you’re out in Colorado in a nice stream, or up in New York State,” said Frank Kratz of Susquehanna River Adventures. His company, based in Wilkes-Barre, is one of three outfitters that will supply kayaks to paddlers this weekend for a Sojourn on the River, which is one segment of Wyoming Valley RiverFest. The three-day event includes many other ways to enjoy the river, from riding ponies, climbing trees and playing games alongside it to learning how to fish and listening to riverside concerts. “The wonderful thing about this RiverFest is the amount of people who experi-
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Jessica Tighe of Avoca, front, and river guide Art Coolbaugh of Susquehanna Kayak and Canoe Rentals of Falls experience the joy of traveling along a flowing waterway.
ence the river for the first time ever,” said songwriter Don Shappelle of WilkesBarre, who will perform tonight on the River Common Stage and tomorrow afternoon on the Nesbitt Stage. “I grew up in Forty Fort. I grew up play-
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Ghost Town Walk, a nighttime hike through the former town of Ricketts to learn the history of the people who lived on the mountain years ago. Meet at the Visitors Center and bring a flashlight. Ricketts Glen State Park, 695 Route 487, Benton. Tonight at 7:30. 477-7780. Heritage Explorer Bike Tour, the 2nd annual non-competitive, family-friendly event with a choice of four routes each offering station stops with water, snacks, first aid and fun activities. Begins at Mellow Park in Peckville with routes measuring 5, 11, 22 and 44 miles along with
ing around the Susquehanna, and I love books, songs and paintings about rivers, everything to do with flowing water. It really stokes the imagination,” said Shappelle, who, in honor of the Susquehanna, wrote the lyrics: “I’m going down to the
a half-mile ride for the kids. Also: an all-day festival with outdoor sports, food, music, vendors, exhibits and children’s activities.
What: Wyoming Valley RiverFest, annual celebration with events on both sides of the Susquehanna River When: Kicks off tonight with a guided sojourn from West Pittston to WilkesBarre at 5 p.m. along with music, art, free family fishing and food on the River Common from 5 to 9:30 p.m. On Saturday: There’s a 14-mile sojourn from Harding to Wilkes-Barre from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. along with festivities at Nesbitt Park from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday’s Highlight: Dragon-boat racing with local teams – from Guard Insurance, PNC Bank, Entercom, Luzerne County, the City of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania-American Water, The Times Leader and Wilkes-Barre General Hospital – manning 40-foot boats from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There also are children’s activities, food vendors and a guided sojourn from Wilkes-Barre to Hunlock Creek. More info: 825-1701 or www.rivercommon.org
river to pray, down to the river each and every day … I’m gonna drift with the ebb and flow. I’m gonna row my little boat wherever I go … I’m gonna sing for the fish See RIVERFEST, Page 7
Breakneck Ridge Hike, eight difficult miles with rock scrambles. Meet at the Park and Ride, Route 315, Dupont. Saturday at 8:45 a.m. Sponsored by the Susquehanna Trailers Hiking Club. 825-7200.
RiverFest is happening in downtown Wilkes-Barre this weekend but don’t just DRIVE there – get out your bike and pedal to the festival on an easy 10-mile downhill ride from Dallas to Nesbitt Park via the Back Mountain Rail Trail. Meet Saturday at the Dallas High School on Conyngham Avenue at 9:30 a.m., and don’t forget the all-important helmet. More information at 430-0912.
Rose Gardening Workshop, including site preparation, pruning, layering, cutting, grafting and more. Jiunta Residence, 107 York Ave., West Pittston. Saturday, 10 to 11:30 a.m. $5 benefits the West Pittston Library. Limited space; reservations required. 654-9847.
Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration: $20 advance, $30 day of event. Information at 963-6730 or lhva.org/biketour.html.
Nature Ramble, a walk through the forest to look for animal signs and examine the health of plants and trees. Endless Mountains Nature Center, 265 Vosburg Neck Road, Tunkhannock.
Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m. Free. 8363835. Get Outdoors and Geocache! Learn the simple basics of using a GPS unit and locating caches – an easier version of orienteering. Meet at the Visitors Center. GPS units provided. Ricketts Glen State Park, 695 Route 487, Benton. Saturday, 3 to 5 p.m. Registration: 477-7780. Delaware River Sojourn, the 17th annual, eight-day, guided river trip covering 75 miles of the main stem of the Delaware River along with 10 miles on the Lacawaxen River. Begins Saturday in Callicoon, continuing through June 25 to Bristol. Sign up for the entire trip or for the day or See OUTDOORS, Page 28
BEST BET Kids will smile and dance when Bill Frye and his “supercharged guitar” bring a morning of “Songs and Games” to the Dietrich Theater in Tunkhannock at 11 a.m. Saturday. Frye promises a fast-paced musical experience as he delivers popular songs with his trademark zest. Free. 996-1500.
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Mark Mysterio’s Tales of Magic and Mystery, family fun, comedy and magic. Shawnee Playhouse, 1 River Road, Shawneeon-Delaware. Today and Saturday at 10 a.m. $10. 421-5093. The Commedia Princess and the Pea, by Take the Stage Players as part of the summer children’s theater program. Back Mountain Memorial Library lawn, 96 Huntsville Road, Dallas. Tonight
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and the birds … sing a song for Mother Earth.” “It’s very good for singing along,” he said. In addition to joining in song, RiverFest participants on Saturday will have opportunities to learn about live mammals (that program starts at 1:30 p.m.) and live birds of prey (3:30 p.m.) Especially for the younger set, Saturday’s programming includes a “moon bounce,” art projects and a bike-safety program complete
Land of MU series. Barnes & Noble, 7 S. Main St., WilkesBarre. Saturday at 11 a.m. Outdoor Explorers: Geology Rocks! Learn about geology through games, activities, stories and crafts. For ages 6 to 8. Ricketts Glen State Park, 695 Route 487, Benton. Monday and Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Registration: 477-7780. Early Explorers, museum-based learning in music for ages 3 to 5. Everhart Museum, 1901 Mulberry St., Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Monday at 1 p.m. Free. Registration: 346-7186. Storytime, with the theme “Summertime Fun.” Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. Tuesday at 10 a.m.; Thursday at 6:30 p.m. 829-4210.
duct tape. A.C. Moore, 628 Commerce Blvd., Dickson City. Wednesdays through Aug. 31 from 3 to 5 p.m. 961-5590. Videogaming at the Library, ages 10 to 18. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m. School House Rock Live! Upbeat music based on the cartoon series. Shawnee Playhouse, 1 River Road, Shawnee-on-Delaware. Thursday at 10 a.m. Continues with 10 a.m. shows on June 24-25, 30; July 1-2, 6, 8, 14, 16, 20, 22, 28, 30; Aug. 3, 5, 11, 13, 17, 19, 25, 27. $10. 421-5093.
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Free Craft Classes, using everything from crayons to K’nex to
Birthday Celebration, the 10th anniversary of Northeast Pennsylvania Family Magazine. With live music, face painting, crafts, cake and more. Penn State Wilkes-Barre, off Old Route 115, Lehman. June 25, noon to 4 p.m. Free. 675-4566.
with distribution of free bike helmets. And, children of all ages will no doubt be fascinated by the exotic Dragon Boats that will be on display tonight in preparation for practice on Saturday and races on Sunday. Teams of 15 to 20 people, sponsored by local businesses, will propel the crafts forward in friendly competition, racing between the Veterans Memorial and Market Street bridges from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Of course, those crews will try to travel fast. For a more relaxing way to experience the river, there are paddling
sojourns today from West Pittston to Wilkes-Barre, tomorrow from Harding to Wilkes-Barre and on Sunday from Wilkes-Barre to Hunlock Creek. Participants can use their own kayaks or canoes, or rent watercraft from Endless Mountain Outfitters (746-9140), Susquehanna River Adventures (328-4001)or Susquehanna Kayak and Canoe Rental (388-6107). The outfitters, who will be renting kayaks and canoes and arranging various excursions throughout the summer, say RiverFest typically brings in new customers, who are often delighted to find the Susquehanna is cleaner and easier to
navigate than they expected. “Absolutely,” said Art Coolbaugh of Susquehanna Kayak and CanoeRental,addingmanynovice paddlers are surprised at how gentle the local stretches of the river can be and how much wildlife you can spot. “There’s an eagles’ nest just south of us. We see them often,” Coolbaugh said, listing deer, river otters,heronsand“abeautifullittle bird,” the kingfisher as other frequent sights. “People are completely stunned when they see the bald eagles,” said Kratz, from Susquehanna River Adventures, who spotted some by the Eighth Street Bridge con-
struction site and also by Richard Island, near the Carey Avenue Bridge, in Hanover Township. “A couple of bald eagles were flyingaroundtheriver,sowebeached the boats on Richard Island and sat there and watched the show,” he said, recalling a past trip. “We have river beavers out there, swimming around,” he added, “and when the mayflies start running the fish become more aggressive. They’ll actually come out of the water and bounce off the boat and flop back into the water.” “In the years I’ve been out on the river I’ve found no bugs, no snakes, just pure pleasure. I’ve never been bit by a fly or a mosquito.”
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hey make French toast out of everything these days, don’t they? A guest made that observation while surveying my choice from the new brunch menu at the River Grille: Pound Cake French Toast, for $8.95. As much as I do enjoy the sweeter breakfast/brunch offerings such as French toast, pancakes or crepes, I tend to pass them by in favor of the egg-centric classics. This one, however, was just too sweet-sounding to resist: three pieces of batter-dipped and lightly fried pound cake, dusted with powdered sugar, topped with strawberry syrup and served with crispy bacon. It’s not as heavy as it sounds, though, OK, sure it probably still has a gazillion calories. The pound cake, for one thing, was on the lighter side, which, when you account for batter-dipping and frying, is surely a good thing. The batter was similarly light, just enough to add a crispness to the cake. We’re not talking about state-fair-style deep-fried youname-its here, by any means. So, go ahead, it’s OK, really. On a tasting note, I asked for maple syrup instead of strawberry simply because I happen to prefer the former, and I believe I did no damage to the essence of the dish. Personally, I think maple syrup just more bespeaks brunch. The bacon on the side was perfectly done, hot, curly and, yes, crisp, but not overly so. In fact, a carnivore dining companion eyed my bacon longingly as he, with sad eyes, pointed out to me that his three-egg omelet ($7.95), which he ordered with cheese, ham and bacon, was pretty much missing that third ingredient entirely. On the positive side, the oneprice omelet here includes cheese and three fillings, so you easily can get vegetables and meat and even double up in your favorite category. The carnivore actually shorted himself one filling by ordering just ham and bacon, so he was especially disappointed that it might have been forgotten. To our server’s and the restaurant’s credit, however, a side plate of bacon was quickly provided, at no extra charge, and he found it not only acceptable but delicious. Toast was served on the side, as was a generous pile of hash
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The River Grille in Plains Township has expanded its offerings to include a Sunday brunch menu.
IF YOU GO What: Sunday brunch at The River Grille (11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.) Where: 670 North River St., Plains Township Call: 570-208-1282 Credit cards? Yes Handicapped accessible? Yes Special notes: Regular menu and kids menu also available on Sundays.
browns. For the price, the portion was indeed commendable. The most notable talking point about this new brunch menu is its non-run-of-the-mill offerings. While the selection itself is limited (only about six or seven choices), each has something or other nonstandard about it. Eggs Benedict ($9.95), for example, can be done three ways, including with crab. A guest went that route and was pleased after an initial hiccup, resulting, in part, from the fact that ordering eggs can be like ordering steak. My rare or medium may not be your idea of rare or medium, and neither is my over-light or overmedium your over-light or overmedium. This guest, as she often does, tried to avoid strict terminology, therefore, and explain that she preferred the eggs not runny, definitely cooked, but still “dippy” (which might be a NEPA-ism), and something got lost in translation. The first eggs were too cooked and therefore overly dry. New eggs, brought without issue and with a smile, were much bet-
ter. The final brunch offering we decided to give a go was steak and eggs for $12.95, which didn’t seem like a bad price at all for what was offered: a cut of sirloin (we’re guessing 8 ounces but, best we can recall, the menu did not specify), choice of eggs, side of hash browns and side of toast. The dish was pretty to look at and definitely has potential, but a few things are worth noting. The steak, ordered medium well (see ordering note above), definitely appeared well-done and was, therefore, dry. This could not have been helped, of course, by the fact that a sirloin is not the most tender of cuts to begin with. The eggs, ordered scrambled, tasted somewhat like Egg Beaters, which some people actually prefer, but our taster did not. And the toast was just plain white, an unfortunate case of the advertised sourdough, which we coveted, having run short. For some reason, too, the white toast was delivered well before the rest of the dish. In the final analysis, it seems, the River Grille is on to and up to something good here by putting brunch on the menu in any form and then by tweaking the usual fare with, no doubt, a classy, more upscale touch in mind. (Even the kids menu, at which I always glance, was a little different, offering, for example, a shredded-chicken taco in addition to grilled cheese and chicken fingers.) Speaking of kids, we noted the sweetened iced tea was
Red Rose, which, for whatever reason, the young folk, especially, tend to love and is not easy to find. River Grille is now in the mental “big book” of places that serve Red Rose. All in all, the timing might have been a little off on our visit, or the communication as regards how a steak, or an egg, was preferred, but we had an extremely pleasant and accommodating server who didn’t blanch at requests for alterations and remained cheerful and attentive throughout our stay. And it truly was lovely to enjoy an early meal outside on a Sunday afternoon, on the comfortable covered portion of the deck that, of course, overlooks the Susquehanna, which much like a River Grille brunch itself, is a story of promise and potential. We reveled in watching a motorboat glide by as we dined, and one of us commented that one thing he really likes about eating here is that he feels like he’s on vacation. The fact is we just don’t have much waterfront dining in these parts, and that’s a shame because, after all, we do have water. For that reason alone, we hope this new brunch genre at River Grille is something that can take hold and take off. With a few tweaks here and there and a few kinks ironed out, we have every confidence it can and will. Times Leader food critics remain anonymous.
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When it comes to beer, the word “sour” is not usually a welcome word. “When people hear sour beer, they think of spoiled beer,” Lindo Sabatini, owner of Sabatini’s Pizza in Exeter, said. “In some cases, sour can be a good thing.” Belgian sour ales are crisp beers with a bite. Sabatini’s carries 15 different types of Belgian sours, from mild to what Sabatini calls “twist-yourface” sour. Bellegems Bruin, only slightly tart, is on the mild end of the scale. Girardin Gueuze Black Label 1882, on the other hand, is sure to make your mouth pucker. Sour beers can be broken down into Flemish red ale, Flemish brown ale and lambics. One type of the latter is a gueuze, like the Girardin. Whether slightly sharp or totally tipping the acidity scale, the sours are light enough that they can serve as a constant sipper on a hot day. They also keep alcohol content low. “The alcohol content is generally around 5 percent on these beers,” Sabatini said. ••• Bellegems Bruin Brewed by: Brouwerij Bockor N.V., Belgium Style: Flemish brown ale Alcohol by volume: 5.5 percent Price: $6/11.2 oz bottle ••• Girardin Gueuze Black Label 1882 Brewed by: Brouwerij Girardin, Belgium Style: gueuze Alcohol by volume: 5 percent Price: $12.95/12.07 bottle ••• Liefmans Goudenband Brewed by: Brouwerij Liefmans, Belgium Style: Flemish brown ale Alcohol by volume: 8 percent Price: $12.95/25.4 oz. bottle
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Stage T H I S W E E K : J U N E 17 T O 2 3 , 2 0 11 Nunsense 2: The Second Coming, a musical comedy about the singing Little Sisters of Hoboken. Shawnee Playhouse, 1 River Road, Shawnee-on-Delaware. Today and Thursday at 2 p.m.; Saturday at 8 p.m. Continues through Sept. 4 with 8 p.m. shows on June 25, 29; July 9, 13, 30; Aug. 13, 17, 20; and 2 p.m. matinees on June 24, 26, 29; July 15, 20, 24, 27, 29; Aug. 4, 7, 11, 17, 26, 31; Sept. 1, 4. $28, $15 children. 421-5093. Cirque du Soleil, the newest arena show “Quidam,” about the imaginary world of a young girl who tries to escape her life and “free her soul.” Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. Today and Saturday at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 1 and 5 p.m. $70, $50, $35. 800-7453000.
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You might think he’s being too hard on himself. But Matarese, who will present “Fixing Joe,” a one-man show this weekend at Electric Theatre in Scranton, insists there is plenty to fix in his life. “I have attention deficit disorder, Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts. J.J. Ferrara Performing Arts Center, 212 W. Broad St., Hazleton. Through June 26 with shows Thursdays through Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. Optional dinner served 90 minutes before show time. 454-5451 or ptpashows.org. Fixing Joe, a benefit with television comic Joe Matarese in his new show about navigating the rocky shoals of first-time fatherhood. Electric Theatre Company, 326 Spruce St., Scranton. Tonight and Saturday at 8 p.m. $25, $20 seniors, $15 students. 558-1515. River’s Edge: The Story of Shawnee, memorable music of the past 100 years to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the historic Shawnee Inn. Shawnee Playhouse, 1 River Road, Shawneeon-Delaware. Tonight at 8; Sunday at 2 p.m. Continues through Sept. 2 with 8 p.m. shows on June 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26; Sept. 2, and 2 p.m. matinees on June 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23; Aug. 6, 13, 20. $18. 421-5093. Lazarus and the Rich Man, a dramatization of the biblical story along with other Bible scenes. Apostolic Faith Tabernacle, 536 Village Road, Orange. Saturday at 6 p.m. 3335172. Sisters of Swing: The Story of the Andrews Sisters, a musical about the female singing group from its early days on the road through its meteoric rise as recording stars. Shawnee Playhouse, 1 River Road, Shawneeon-Delaware. Wednesday at 2 and 8 p.m.; Thursday at 8 p.m. Continues through Sept. 3 with 2 p.m. matinees on June 30; July 3, 7-8, 13, 17, 21, 26, 28; Aug. 5, 10, 18, 21, 28; Sept. 2; and 8 See STAGE, Page 10
immaturity, anger-management issues,” he said, adding he’s married to a psychologist who is his opposite because “she has a Ph.D., and I quit community college.” Because his wife had a steady job with regular hours, Matarese became a stay-at-home dad to his
son, now 3, and faced the challenges of diaper changes and interrupted sleep. In addition, he said, “I’m a little obsessive compulsive, so when your son’s smashing his cars into the woodwork and you’re trying to keep a perfect house” … it only adds to the stress. The adjustments of first-time fa-
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The Music Box Dinner Playhouse in Swoyersville turns 30 this year and celebrates the occasion with its “30th Anniversary Musical Memories” – a revue packed with stage highlights from “Annie” to “Grease,” “Oklahoma” to Evita.” The troupe of regulars – Kevin Costley, Debbie Zehner, Dana Feigenblatt, Jennifer Rogers and many more – will deliver the Broadway songs we all know and love. There’s a sumptuous buffet, too, for those who like dinner with their theater. The show runs through June 26 with performances 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. Call 283-2195 for tickets.
From ‘Annie’ to ‘Oklahoma,’ the Music Box Dinner Playhouse will celebrate its ‘30th Anniversary Revue’ through June 26 at the Swoyersville theater.
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‘R’ Evolution of Dance, the 29th annual recital by the Joan Harris Centre, celebrating the history of dance throughout the ages. Included: “Dante’s Redemption,” a work based on Dante Alighieri’s poem “The Divine Comedy.” F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, WilkesBarre. Tonight at 6:30; Saturday at 1 and 6 p.m. $16. 2877977.
Comic Joe Matarese will perform ‘Fixing Joe’ this weekend at Electric Theatre in Scranton.
therhood make their way into “Fixing Joe,” which Matarese describes as a hybrid of stand-up comedy and one-man play. But there are certainly joys to raising a child, the comic said. “I don’t want to sound negative. It’s wonderful being a dad.” Father and son enjoy “soccer and baseball and football and riding bikes, playing outside,” said Matarese, who is working on fixing what he believes needs to be fixed. “I realize I want to fix a lot of problems because I don’t want my son to have these problems,” he said. “I’d like for him to be less anxious.” “I’d like for my son to be able to relax.”
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Comic Joe Matarese had an opportunity for a gig in Israel a few months ago, but the timing was all wrong. “The day they offered me the job was the day a bus got blown up,” he said, explaining why he turned down the offer. “I used the excuse that I’m a dad. I can’t go to a dangerous place.” Lots of parents of small children would sympathize, but Matarese sees his refusal to take the job as a character flaw. “I have anxiety attacks,” he said during a telephone interview. “I’m afraid of things. I let it dictate my life.”
What: “Fixing Joe” Where: Electric Theatre Co., 326 Spruce St., Scranton When: 8 tonight and Saturday night Tickets: $25, $20, $15 students More info: 558-1515
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p.m. shows on Aug. 24 and Sept. 3. $28, $15 children. 421-5093. Don Pasquale, Donizetti’s comic opera with soprano Anna Netrebko as the clever romantic heroine who conspires to teach a middle-age miser a lesson about love and marriage. Shown in high definition in a Live from the Met Encore Presentation at Cinemark 20, Glenmaura National Boulevard, Moosic. Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. $33, $20 seniors, $15 students. 825-4444.
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“Don’t we all?” he asks. “It’s the first year I’ve had the means and opportunity, so I’m going.” The local musician and graphic artist said a lull in his other work, along with the goal of eventually becoming a professional poker player, helps make the timing ideal. Sattof was a relative newcomer to poker when, on a trip to Las Ve-
FUTURE Hamlet, a “Shakespeare in the Park” presentation about the troubled Danish prince distraught by the hasty marriage of his Uncle Claudius to his newly widowed mother. Performed by Gamut Theatre Group at Riverside Park, Tunkhannock. June 25 at 7 p.m. Free. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. 996-1500.
AUDITIONS Auditions for the Music Box Playhouse’s July-August production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical “Evita.” 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville. Tuesday at 7 p.m.
gas, her husband, Tor, convinced her to take a shot at the Ladies Event in the World Series. “There were 1,190 players, and I came within a little over 100 from cashing,” Sattof said. She has taken the game much more seriously since and planned the return trip for last year when she took her parents along. Sattof came even closer to the money in the second trip. She was among 1,094 players in the $1,000 buy-in event, pursuing 117 prizes, ranging from $192,132 to $1,802. A crushing loss when her pocket Kings ran into pocket aces and did not catch up cost Sattof most of her chips, and she was out less than 10 hands later in 155th place. The arrival of the poker room at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs last July has given Sattof even more time to practice her game. She generally plays a tournament once per week during the school year and more when school is out. Sattof, who mixes no-limit cash play with her tournament action, has cashed in tourna-
ments at the Borgata and Caesar’s in Atlantic City. Just making the money at the World Series would bring her close to the biggest cash of her tournament career. In her four attempts at the five $285 buy-in events that have been the biggest to date at Mohegan Sun, Sattof has made the money twice. She was the only woman at the final table in one and the only woman in the money in the other. The school teacher said her mathematics background has been a big part in picking up the game. Opponents who have played against her praise her awareness of odds and how they impact decisions. “Mathematics helps a lot,” Sattof said. “I’m able to figure pot adds and, at any given time, can tell how much is in the pot. While Sattof carries her career background into the poker room with her, Tomsak is a player hoping to transition from poker as a hobby to a job. “I really would like to make this a profession,” said Tomsak, who
for ages 8 to 15 and 8 p.m. for age 16 and older; Wednesday, 7 p.m. for adults only. 283-2195.
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plans to enter the $2,500 No Limit event on Tuesday. “It takes patience to build a bankroll to actually sustain playing poker and make it a profession.” Tomsak, who plays 1-2 and 2-5 no-limit games far more frequently than tournaments locally, said he spends four to five nights per week in the poker room for anywhere from three to 10 hours. He writes a blog about poker at www.vampirepoker.net. Tomsak said he has “won a few multitable tournaments in Atlantic City,” while playing at the Borgata, Taj Mahal and Tropicana. While Sattof said she hopes to venture outside the ladies-only events and play more in the World Series in the future if satellite tournaments to win a spot in the events allow, Tomsak said he would consider playing more this year if he can make his debut a positive one. “If I do cash, I’ll seriously consider extending my stay,” he said. The World Series began at the Rio on May 31 and continues through the Main Event, which starts July 7.
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Colorful watercolors of 88-year-old Marion Meyer are on display in the exhibit ‘Flora, Fauna, Feathers and Fun’ through Aug. 4 at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center in Stroudsburg.
BEST BET Not until her three children finished college did Marion Meyer begin to fulfill her lifelong dream – to paint. Now 38 years later at age 88, she continues to create detailed watercolors in her Stroudsburg studio. Her exhibit “Flora, Fauna, Feathers and Fun” is running through Aug. 4 at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center, 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg. Open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. 629-3061. Student Exhibit, more than 200 works by commercial-art students. Through July 1 at the Schulman Gallery, Luzerne County Community College, 1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 740-0727. See EXHIBITS, Page 23
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The popularity of teen angst in TV and films has resulted in a steady stream of brooding young actors who walk lonely streets in long black coats, trying to emote dark feelings. Often they are so wooden the scenes come across as trite. That’s not the case with “The Art of Getting By.” The film is loaded with teen-angst moments that have a more realistic feel because of superb performances by Freddie Highmore and Emma Roberts. Their acting resonates with such depth that the angst isn’t a dark costume slipped over the actors but a deep feeling consumed and then sweated out through every pore. Highmore plays George Zinavoy, a highschool senior who sees homework as a trivial annoyance when compared with the larger concerns of living. He’s so consumed with the topics of life and death that he’s created a social bubble around himself. Sally Howe (Roberts) provides the first reason for George to look beyond his emotional barricades.
What: “The Art of Getting By” Starring: Freddie Highmore, Emma Roberts, Blair Underwood, Rita Wilson Directed by: Gavin Wiesen Running time: 84 minutes Rated: PG-13 for sexual content, drinking ★★★ 1/2
Teen-angst films often are comical, as with “Charlie Bartlett,” or melodramatic, as with “Twilight.” “The Art of Getting By” is more heartfelt. Newcomer director/writer Gavin Wiesen shows great maturity by having his actors play the angst in a realistic tone. That’s what makes the deep emotional moments so strong. Everyone is so confident of the strength of the performances, they don’t hesitate to enter areas usually considered taboo for the genre. When Highmore cries, it’s a nice contrast to the usual depictions of intense physical explosions or long passages of silence. It’s refreshing to see such a natural reaction. The film has a few script problems, especially a secondary story about George’s parents. But when it focuses on the sweet, confusing, frustrating and truthful relationship between the central characters, “The Art of Getting By” shows that even a well-worn genre can be given new life.
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Freddie Highmore and Emma Roberts star in the romantic indie film ’The Art of Getting By.’
Ryan Reynolds stars as the green-ring-bearing superhero in ’Green Lantern.’
‘Green Lantern’ needs a savior By RENE RODRIGUEZ McClatchy Newspapers
Sotherearethesealiens,yousee, who have divided the universe into 3,000orsosectorsandhavechosen one being from each planet — someone absolutely fearless — to wear a green ring that brings superpowers and helps the group maintain peace and order. On Earth, that person is Hal Jordan (Ryan Reynolds), a hot-shot fighter-jet pilot given his ring by a dying alien who crash-lands on our planet. The ring comes with a lantern that is used to charge it when its batteries run low. The lantern kind of resembles a funky bong, and if you were to make use of one before seeing “Green Lantern,” the film would be a lot more fun. What the ring cannot do, alas, is create a good movie. “Green Lantern” feels like the ultimate cutand-paste job designed to appeal to every possible viewer. Funny, likable Hal is always cracking wise until he has to get serious and save the world. Fellow jet pilot Carol (Blake Lively) provides therequisiteloveinterest.Scientist Hector (Peter Sarsgaard) and his disapproving senator father (Tim Robbins) give the story some dramaandpathostobalanceHal’shappy-go-lucky demeanor. He remains remarkably unfazed even when the aliens (led by Mark Strong) draft himtotheirfar-flungheadquarters, a journey that provides an opportunity for loads of CGI effects. The tone is all over the place, which makes the movie difficult to take either seriously or as popcorn
IF YOU GO What: “The Green Lantern” Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Peter Sarsgaard, Tim Robbins, Mark Strong, Temuera Morrison. Directed by: Martin Campbell Running time: 104 minutes Rated: PG-13 for mild vulgar language, comic-book violence. ★
fluff. Reynolds has grown into a charismatic actor, and he gives the character his best shot, but Hal remains a wholly unbelievable creation — someone who accepts these mind-blowing discoveries with a shrug and goes with the flow. The 3-D in “Green Lantern” is particularly good, but there are big stretches during which you can tell Reynolds is standing alone on a green screen, interacting with objects and creatures not really there. The villain is a gigantic, planet-devouring monster going around killing Green Lanterns by feeding on their supposedly non-existent fear. The climactic battle between the eponymous hero and the huge octopus thing is well done but lasts only a few minutes. In fact, for a comic-book movie, “Green Lantern” is surprisingly light on action and fun and heavy on talk. I never read the comics, so I havenoideahowfaithfulanyofthis is to the source material. But judging by the movie, I now understand why the character never caught on in a big way. Some superheroes just aren’t meant for movies.
‘Penguins’ waddles to a sweet tune By COLIN COVERT Star Tribune (Minneapolis)
Having done Ebenezer Scrooge and the Grinch, Jim Carrey once again plays a cynical old grouch taken on a journey of salvation by cute tykes. This time, with penguins! Purists may be disappointed that “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” has ditched the performing-birds storyline of the children’s favorite in favor of the familiar “workaholic dad drifting away from his kids” template. The film is just another slice off a stale loaf, but it’s earnest and benign, even funny and has no ingredients that are bad for you, unless you are allergic to sap. Carrey’s Tom Popper is a fastrising New York City real-estate wheeler-dealer one promotion away from the corner office. His climb to the top has distanced him from his ex-wife and two kids. He adores them and maintains both households in mega-affluent style, but where nonfinancial obligations are concerned he hasn’t a clue. When he tries to advise his teen daughter on the school-dance snub that threatens to ruin her whole entire life forever, she is thoroughly mortified at his meddling. He’s really not to blame, though. His own dad was an explorer forever off adventuring throughout Tom’s childhood. When cartons of penguins arrive at his penthouse door, a bequest from his late father, the famously loyal birds set Popper on a path to redemption that’s approximately 200 pratfalls and
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This week’s DVD selections give us some very strong characters facing weird creatures. ••• “BATTLE: LOS ANGELES,” GRADE B-MINUS: Los Angeles becomes the last stand for humans when Earth is attacked by unknown forces. There’s so much bravado and machismo in this story of a few Marines beating back an alien invasion, it’s the best recruiting film since the 1968 John Wayne film “The Green Berets.”
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Jim Carrey plays Tom Popper, a workaholic dad, in the book-adapted movie ’Mr. Popper’s Penguins.’
IF YOU GO What: “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” Starring: Jim Carrey, Carla Gugino, Angela Lansbury Directed by: Mark Waters Running time: 95 minutes Rated: PG for mild rude humor and some language ★★
sentimental moments long. Popper learns Big Life Lessons as he watches the birds bond and breed. His kids delight in his waddling sidekicks and clamor to do overnights at his penthouse apartment, and it’s not long before Popper’s ex (Carla Gugino) jumps atop him at an ice rink as if it were mating season in the Antarctic. In this film, saying “I love 20,000 years ago when a rock face collapsed. G. 90 minutes. ★★★
BRIDESMAIDS – Kristin Wiig stars as Annie, the increasingly unhinged maid of honor for her best friend Lillian’s (Maya Rudolph) upcoming up-market wedding. They’re surrounded by an ensemble of witty twisted sisters in all shapes and sizes R for strong sexuality and language. 124 minutes. ★★★ 1/2
THE HANGOVER PART II — It feels like the script was pieced together with the help of Mad Libs, with only slightly different and raunchier details replacing those that helped the original “Hangover” from 2009 become the highest-grossing R-rated comedy of all time. This time the hangover happens in Bangkok. R for pervasive language, strong sexual content including graphic nudity, drug use and brief violent images. 101 minutes. ★ 1/2 JUDY MOODY AND THE NOT BUMMER SUMMER — Australian
you” solves every problem short of global warming. Carrey is at his best in early scenes with a wicked glint in his eye. He works his crafty, fast-talking ways to bilk property owners out of their buildings and con his partners into offering him a seat on the board, provided he can scoop up Central Park’s landmark restaurant, Tavern on the Green. As the plot gears begin to grind and he’s softened by his squawking, belly-flopping aviary’s antics, the film loses its steam. Angela Lansbury plays the Tavern’s owner, who will only sell to a new owner with solid family values. You shouldn’t need a diagram to know how things will work out. newcomer Jordana Beatty stars as a young girl in suburbia who’s psyched to share the summer with her closest pals until they one by one get dragged away to more exotic destinations and she’s left with her younger brother and their Aunt Opal. PG for some mild rude humor and language. 91 minutes. ★ KUNG FU PANDA 2 — The rolypoly Po is back with high energy, some lovely visuals and peppy, playful voice work, as always, from star Jack Black. But the freshness and novelty that made the original film such a kick back in 2008 has been kicked to bits. PG for martial-arts action and mild violence. 90 minutes. ★★
Need a last-minute gift for Father’s Day? Check out a trio of the season’s best commemorative treats. ••• “THE ERNIE KOVACS COLLECTION” (2011, SHOUT FACTORY, UNRATED, $70): The first-ever set devoted to one of TV’s pioneering comic geniuses is a six-disc, 13-hour treasure trove of rare programs, stretching from his earliest local morning shows in Philadelphia to his NBC prime-time series and his ABC specials. Single-handedly preserved by Kovacs’ widow Edie Adams (a Kingston native) the shows are gems of absurdist humor that inspired ardent fans such as Chevy Chase, Mel Brooks and David Letterman. ••• “BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID” (1969, FOX, PG, $35): One of Hollywood’s best revisionist westerns follows the adventures of a pair of outlaws (Paul Newman, Robert Redford) with a knack for staying one step ahead of the law. MIDNIGHT IN PARIS — Woody Allen has found the right time and place with this, his lightest, funniest and most-satisfying movie in a long time. He’s crafted a pastry-light romantic fantasy in this story of an American writer (Owen Wilson) who pines for the 1920s Paris of Hemingway, Fitzgerald and Gertrude Stein. PG-13 for some sexual references and smoking. 94 minutes. ★★★ PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES — The fourth film in the ridiculously successful Disney franchise is the shortest but still feels overlong and overstuffed. PG-13 for intense action/adventure violence, frightening images, sensuality
“RED RIDING HOOD,” GRADE C: A young woman (Amanda Seyfried) begins to suspect the man she loves is a werewolf. Director Catherine Hardwicke’s latest film is almost the same thing as “Twilight.” ••• Also coming to DVD: ••• “JACKASS 3.5: THE UNRATED MOVIE:” Johnny Knoxville and his crew face everything from a snapping turtle to a stun gun. “KILL THE IRISHMAN:” Val Kilmer stars in this story of the rise and fall of Irish-American mobster Danny Greene. The new-toBlu-Ray flick is chock full of classic moments, including the harrowing/ hilarious jump off the cliff, the bicycle-riding to “Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head” and the final devastating freezeframe. ••• “FRANK SINATRA: AROUND THE WORLD” (2011, SHOUT FACTORY, UNRATED, $25): Listen up as the Chairman of the Board works his magic on his signature songs such as “One For My Baby,” “I Get A Kick Out Of You” and “My Way.” Included in the set are four of Francis Albert’s triumphant TV specials, including the live-atMadison Square Garden “Main Event” from 1974 and a sublime 1985 set from Tokyo. Frankly amazing. Amy Longsdorf also profiles celebrities for the Sunday Etc. section of The Times Leader.
and innuendo. 136 minutes. ★ 1/2 SUPER 8 — In this small-town sci-fi thriller, J.J. Abrams has crafted a loving, meticulously detailed homage to Steven Spielberg, but it never feels like a rip-off. PG-13 for intense sci-fi action and violence, language and some drug use. 112 minutes. ★★★ X-MEN: FIRST CLASS — The prequel to the “X-Men” trilogy is one of the best Marvel Comics adaptations, packed with action, humor and retro 1960s style that’s both campy and sexy. PG-13 for intense action and violence, sexual content including brief partial nudity and language. 130 minutes. ★★★
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oney makes the world go round,” Liza Minnelli famously sang in “Cabaret.” That “clinking, clanking sound” will indicate sweet success for the various churches and civic organizations having summer bazaars this year, but anyone who stops by and is willing to drop a little money might make a little extra as well. At the St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church bazaar, set for Aug. 5 and 6 in Wilkes-Barre, for example, a running theme is money, which can be won in various forms at various stands. “One of our most popular stands is the lotteryticket booth,” chairman Kathy Hall said. “It’s so popular that this year we expanded it to two separate booths.” The prizes are lottery tickets, in denominations of $1, $2, $5 and $10, that are placed in frames that can hold anywhere from $5 to $40 worth of tickets. Money also will grow on trees at the annual festival. “There are tiny Christmas trees that have money and lottery tickets tied to them,” Hall said. “We also have a large board that is handpainted with a tree, and all the leaves open up to reveal different denominations of cash.” Along similar lines, a large cash prize is a big draw at the St. Ignatius Church Bazaar in Kingston, which begins Thursday and runs through June 25. The winner of the Holy Roller Raffle, for which tickets cost $100, will walk away with $10,000. For St. Ignatius, profit from the event is especially important this year. “All of our proceeds from the raffle and bazaar will be going towards the church steeple renovation project,” said Susan Barney. “The St. Ignatius steeple is a large part of the skyline of Kingston. It just lights up the sky.” Many area bazaars have happened for years, but for Corpus Christi Parish this is the first time out. The bazaar is today and tomorrow at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in Falls. “This is the first year with our new pastor, Monsignor John Sempa, and we couldn’t ask for things to be going any better,” Pauline Albano said. The church is a combined parish of Immaculate Conception Church in West Pittston and Church of the Holy Redeemer in Falls. “Everybody is working as a family,” Albano said. “We’ve been cooking for weeks, getting everything together. We’re really getting to know one another.” The bazaar crew will serve up homemade meatballs, tripe, potato pancakes and pierogies, among many other dishes. Food, of course, especially homemade food, is about a big a bazaar draw as money.
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Kora Mae Meres, 4, tosses the Birthday Ball and wins for her mom, Ivy, who bet on the month of October at the recent Wright Township Hose Company Bazaar.
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It was pierogies as far as the eye could see during bazaar prep at St. Ignatius Church in Kingston. Proceeds from this year’s festivities will go to the steeple renovation project.
At plenty of churches, potato pancakes and pierogies rule the day (and lines might wrap around the block), but some churches try to combine the traditional ethnic favorites with modern plates that represent changing local heritage. At the St. Nicholas Church bazaar, set for July 14 through 16 in downtown Wilkes-Barre, dishes with Caribbean and Hispanic influences will join the classic menu items, which have remained
constant until about two years ago. “The Hispanic community moved from Holy Rosary Church on Park Avenue to St. Nicholas, here, so we wanted to bring a bit of the culture to our festival,” Monsignor Joseph Rauscher explained. Among the offerings will be tacos de carnitas (tacos with pork) and arroz con guandules (rice with pigeon peas) as well as clams, chicken wings, haluski and German bratwurst. “We like to offer other alternatives, such as a fruit cup, because we know that a lot of bazaar food is seen as not entirely healthy,” Rauscher said. While St. Nicholas will overflow with eats, the Gate of Heaven Parish bazaar in Dallas, which will begins Thursday and runs through June 25, has an equally overflowing entertainment schedule. The slate kicks off at 5:30 p.m. Thursday with a talent show. At 5:30 p.m. Friday, members of KISS Theatre in Wilkes-Barre and the Theatre at the Grove in Nuangola will take the stage. Saturday will bring the Emerald Isle Irish Step Dancers at 6:30 p.m. and a martial-arts demonstration at 7 p.m. A strolling caricature artist, juggler and magician also will be on hand during the festival. “We always try to have a variety of things for people to enjoy,” said parishioner Joe Canfield. “We don’t want a minute to go by without something to see.”
June 17, 18, 19, 2011 Celebrate the beauty, splendor, and cultural significance of a regional treasure, the Susquehanna River
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Kick-off the Festival on Friday, June 17th at the Millennium Circle portal, Wilkes-Barre River Commons 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM FRIDAY JUNE 17
On the River Common Stage: 5:00PM to 9:30PM • George Wesley • Don Shappelle and the Pickups • Post Junction • MiZ • Children’s Art Activities • Free Family Fishing • Paint a Community Mural • Dragon Boats on display
SATURDAY JUNE 18
Join the Festival at Nesbitt Park and the River Common Wilkes University Garden Tour: 11AM - Franklin & South St. 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM Enjoy the Afternoon: Fun and Activities for All Ages! • Bike Safety Program with Free Children’s Bike Helmets • Kayaking Demo • Children’s Art Projects • Kids Tree Climb • Children’s Filed Games • Pony Rides
• Moon Bounce • Live Mammals — 1:30 P.M. • Live Birds of Prey — 3:30 P.M. • Guided Nature Hikes • The Lands at Hillside Farm Animals • Dragon Boat Training • Fish Printing
On the Nesbitt Stage: 12:30PM to 4:00PM Kriki • Don Shappelle • K8 On the River Common Stage: 6:00PM to 9:30PM Without Walls Dance Company • Eddie Day and the Star Fires
SUNDAY JUNE 19
Dragon Boat Racing 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Bring your father to the river. Family Fishing Program, call (570) 477-2206 to register. A day full of children’s activities. KRZ providing music and calling the races
SOJOURN ON THE RIVER
• Friday, June 17th - West Pittston to Wilkes-Barre • Saturday, June 18th - Harding to Wilkes-Barre • Sunday, June 19th - Wilkes-Barre to Hunlock Creek
To Register for the Sojourn Contact One of the Outfitters
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at 570-746-9140 www.emo444.com
SUSQUEHANNA RIVER ADVENTURES at 570-328-4001 www.susqpaddle.org/
SUSQUEHANNA KAYAK & CANOE RENTAL at 570-388-6107 www.kayaktheriver.com
Mandatory safety training will be given to all participants before the launch by the Outfitters.
photo by K. Borton
For More Information and Directions to the Park: Penn State Cooperative Extension 570-825-1701 or 602-0600 Visit www.rivercommon.org
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p.m., John Stanky and the Coal Miners. What to look for: Kiddos should have a blast on the moon bounce.
By SARA POKORNY spokorny@timesleader.com
If you have a penchant for fried foods, white-elephant sales, games of chance and live entertainment, now is your high season. For the next few months, nary a weekend in Northeastern Pennsylvania will lack some sort of bazaar or festival. Here’s a list of all the bazaars we know about through the rest of the summer. If you’re itching for a good time you won’t have long to wait. Some of these start as early as tonight.
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••• CORPUS CHRISTI PARISH BAZAAR at the Church of the Holy Redeemer, Route 92, Falls. 5:30-11 p.m. tonight and tomorrow. Entertainment: Tonight, Waterstreet with Joe Valenti and Billy Payne, Neil Young Tribute Band with Vince Guili. What to look for: This first-of-itskind bazaar will offer a mini-golf course. ••• ST. LEO/HOLY ROSARY CHURCH, 33 Manhattan St., Ashley. 6-11 tonight and tomorrow night. Entertainment: DJs nightly. What to look for: More than 30 games of chance. ••• FIRWOOD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Old River Road and Dagobert Street, WilkesBarre. 6-10 p.m. Thursday and June 24 and 25. Entertainment: Thursday, DJ G.U.A.D.; June 24, Joe Lastivika and Polka Punch; June 25, DJ G.U.A.D. and Latino multicultural dancers. What to look for: Among the array of homemade food, the waffles
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Ah, the coveted goldfish in a little plastic cup. Kora Mae Meres, 4, displays the ever-popular-with-the-kids prize she won at the Wright Township Hose Company Bazaar this year.
and ice cream stand out. ••• GATE OF HEAVEN PARISH BAZAAR, 40 Machell Ave., Dallas, 5-10 p.m. June 23-25. Entertainment: 7:15 p.m. June 24, The Magic of Bill Dickson; 8 p.m. June 25, Shavertown Methodist Church Step by Step Praise Band. What to look for: The women’s and men’s fashion boutique offers a variety of accessories donated by church members. ••• ST. IGNATIUS CHURCH BAZAAR, St. Ann’s Chapel grounds, Hoyt Street and North Loveland Avenue, Kingston. 5 to 11 p.m. June 23; 5 p.m. to midnight June 24 and 25. Entertainment: June 23, RSO; June 24, Flaxy Morgan; June 25, 40 lb. Head. What to look for: The Holy Roller Raffle offers a large grand prize of $10,000.
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••• ST. FAUSTINA PARISH FESTIVAL, St. Faustina Grove, Sheatown. 5 p.m.-midnight June 25, 310 p.m. June 26. Entertainment: June 25, Iron Cowboy; June 26, Bad Hair Day. What to look for: Bring the whole family together for Family Day on Sunday, with afternoon games. ••• OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS (St. Mary’s, Dorrance), 3529 St. Mary’s Road, Wapwallopen, 4-11 p.m. June 25; 2-10 p.m. June 26. Entertainment: 7-11 p.m. June 25, Flaxy Morgan; 5:30-9:30 p.m. June 26, RSO. ••• SAINT MARY’S ANNUAL PICNIC, Saint Mary’s Grove, 1730 Fowler Ave., Berwick. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 26. Entertainment: 1-5
••• NATIVITY OF OUR LORD PARISH, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church grounds on Stephenson Street, Duryea. 6-11 p.m. July 8; 611:30 p.m. July 9; 4-10 p.m. July 10. Entertainment: July 8, Flaxy Morgan; July 9, The Cadillacs; July 10, Judes Polka Jets II, Home Town Boyz. What to look for: Arrive early for the ever-popular potato pancakes. ••• SLOCUM TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEER FIRE CO. ANNUAL BAZAAR, Slocum Road, Wapwallopen. 6:30 p.m.-midnight July 8-9; 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. July 10. Entertainment: July 8, M80; July 9, Iron Cowboy; July 10, Flashback and Farmer’s Daughter. ••• HOLY TRINITY FAMILY FESTIVAL, Holy Trinity Church, 116 Hughes St., Swoyersville. 5-11 p.m. July 7-9. Entertainment: (All bands will play from 7-11 p.m.) July 7, John Stevens and Doubleshot; July 8, RSO; July 9, George Tarasek and the Polka Partners. What to look for: The homemade pierogies, called “pirohy” here, are reportedly mouth-watering. ••• HOLY FAMILY PARISH, 828 Main St., Sugar Notch. 6-11 p.m. July 8-9; 5-10 p.m. July 10. Entertainment: July 8, Oz; July 9, Groove Train; July 10, Tyme Band. What to look for: Let the little ones tire themselves out during balloon wars, in which they can chuck water-filled projectiles to
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this year, such as a water bed, organ, exercise equipment and even a shower stall. ••• MOUNTAIN TOP HOSE CO. #1 ANNUAL BAZAAR, 1 Lehigh St., Mountain Top. 5:30 p.m. July 15, 5 p.m. July 16, 4 p.m. July 17; closes at 10:30 nightly. Entertainment: 7 p.m., DJ music nightly; 7 p.m., July 16, Pat Ward the Clown. What to look for: The new-merchandise auction, at 5 p.m. July 17, will offer big-ticket items, such as hundreds of dollars in gift certificates and race and concert tickets. ••• GERMANIA HOSE CO., 430 Foote Ave., Duryea. 5-11 p.m. July 19-21; 5 p.m.-midnight July 22; 3 p.m.-midnight July 23; 3-11p.m. July 24. Entertainment: July 22, Flaxy Morgan; July 23, Hillbilly D’Lux; July 24 Jeanne Zano Band. ••• ST. BARBARA PARISH (on the grounds of St. Anthony of Padua Church, 28 Memorial St., Exeter. 5:30-11 p.m. July 22-23; 5-11 p.m. July 24. Entertainment: (All entertainment plays 7-11 p.m.) July 22, Eddie and the Dreamers; July 23, The Jeanne Zano Band; July 24, Flaxy Morgan. What to look for: The sought-after pizza fritta is deep-fried deliciousness. ••• ST. MARY/ST. JOSEPH ANNUAL PARISH BAZAAR, Holy Redeemer High School parking lot, East Northampton Street and Pennsylvania Boulevard, WilkesBarre. 6-11 p.m. July 28-29; 5-11 p.m. July 30. Entertainment: July 28, Crystal Band and the Three Imaginary Boys; July 29, 40 lb. Head; July 30, Iron Cowboy. ••• ST. MARIA GORETTI CHURCH, 42 Redwood Drive, La-
flin. 6-11 p.m. July 29-30, 5-10 p.m. July 31. Entertainment: July 29, Polka Partners; July 30, The Tommy Guns Band; July 31, The Poets. What to look for: air-conditioned indoor bingo. ••• WEST WYOMING HOSE CO. #1, Dailey Park, Shoemaker Avenue, West Wyoming. 4-11 p.m. July 30.
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••• ST. ROBERT BELLARMINE PARISH at St. Aloysius Church, Barney and Division streets, Wilkes-Barre. 6-10 p.m. Aug 4-5; 511 p.m. Aug. 6. Entertainment: 6-10 p.m. Aug. 4, DJ Chris Fox; 6-10 p.m. Aug. 5, RSO; 5-11 p.m. Aug. 6, Joe Stanky and the Cadets. What to look for: The bake sale has a tendency to sell out before the night is half over, so snatch up your treats quickly. ••• SACRED HEART OF JESUS CHURCH, 215 Lackawanna Ave., Dupont. 6-11 p.m. Aug. 4-6. Entertainment: (All bands from 7-11 p.m.) Aug. 4, Joe Stanky & His Cadets; Aug. 5, John Stevens’ Doubleshot; Aug. 6, Kickin’ Polkas. What to look for: The theme baskets here are especially interesting and often focus on money, such as the umbrella last year that opened up to reveal a shower of bills. ••• HOBBIE VOLUNTEER FIRE CO. CARNIVAL, West County Road, Wapwallopen. 6-11 p.m. Aug. 5; 3-11 p.m. Aug. 6; 1:30-9 p.m. Aug. 7. Entertainment: Aug. 5, Hillbilly D’Lux; Aug. 6, Kartune; Aug. 7, The Cadillacs. What to look for: Hurry to register for the backyard horseshoe pit competition that will take place
Aug. 7. There’s a 64-team limit. ••• ST. MARY BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 695 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. 5-10 p.m. Aug. 5-6; noon-10 p.m. Aug. 7. Entertainment: 6-9 p.m. Aug. 5, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 6 and 5-9 p.m. Aug. 7, Roy Woods, “Memories, songs you remember most by Elvis, Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash and others.” What to look for: Money really does grow on trees. At the Christmas Tree booth, monetary gifts are tied to the branches. ••• ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH COMMUNITY, Broad and Church streets, Pittston. 5:3010:30 p.m. Aug. 11-13. Entertainment: Pat Ward the Clown; Aug. 13, Flaxy Morgan. What to look for: With the combination of four parishes of different ethnicities, this bazaar will offer a smorgasboard of Slovak, Polish and Lithuanian food. ••• ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, 126 Nesbitt St., Larksville. 6-11p.m. Aug. 12; 5-11 p.m. Aug. 13; 3-10 p.m. Aug. 14. Entertainment: 6-11p.m. Aug.12, John Stevens and Double Shot; 5-11 p.m. Aug. 13, George Tarasek; 6-10 p.m. Aug. 14, The Intentions. What to look for: At 2 p.m. Aug. 14, The Rev. Jerry Gurka will perform “Pierogie Wedding 2,” a sequel to last year’s performance. ••• ST. JUDE CHURCH, 422 South Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top. 411 p.m. Aug. 12 and 13; noon-11 p.m. Aug. 14. What to look for: Huge themebasket raffle as well as raffle for a vehicle or $13,500 cash prize. Extensive menu. ••• ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST ORTHODOX CHURCH, 93 Zerby
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What does the loss of a pro wrestling superstar have to do with local bands? Enough that some area artists felt compelled to organize an event in the wrestler’s memory. On May 20, “Macho Man” Randy Savage, 58, died after suffering a heart attack behind the wheel and crashing his car in Florida. The death made an impact on members of Skyhook Mandate, Vice and Virtue, The Amadans, Down to Six and Silhouette Lies, all bands from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area. They are coming together to celebrate the cowboy-hat-wearing, fringeadorned celebrity at 7 tonight at New Visions Studio and Gallery in Scranton, through “Wrestle & Rock: A Punk/Metal Tribute to ‘Macho Man’ Randy Savage.” “It just makes sense, really,” Rafael Pimentel of Silhouette Lies said. “We all grew up watching wrestling, guys who are performers, a part of the arts. A legend is gone, and we want to celebrate how great he was.” The event stemmed from the creation of a poster by John Novak from Down to Six. It depicts Macho Man elbow-dropping, of all things, a dinosaur. “John just makes funny posters all the time,” Pimentel said. “This time we decided to do something with it and organize a show around it.” Coming dressed as a wrestler is encouraged for the event and will even get a dollar taken off the admission price of $6. The venue itself also will undergo transformation. “We’ve had people lending us all types of memorabilia, like belts and cardboard cutouts,” Pimentel said. “We’re also thinking about making a championship belt that all the bands can compete for.” ••• Meanwhile, local teen band Tell Me Tomorrow will release its debut album, “Yours Tonight,” at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow at Downtown Arts in Wilkes-Barre. The band consists of twin sisters Sara and Samantha Scavone, who play violin and guitar, respectively, and sing; Mike Iorio on drums; Matt “Clark” Laporte on bass; and Kyle McCormack, on guitar. The band, which has been around since August 2010, recorded the CD at Green Valley Recordings in Hughesville. Tracks include “I Believe You,” “O’Captain” and “It’s 10 o’clock.”
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Tell Me Tomorrow anticipates releasing the album several places online, including iTunes and Amazon. ••• Listen closely, and hear the sound of country-music fans getting ready to storm the Toyota Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton, where the summer concert season kicks off tomorrow with the multiplatinum-selling duo Sugarland, who will be accompanied by singer-songwriter and pianist Sara Bareilles. Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush, who make up Sugarland, are embarking on “The Incredible Machine Tour,” named after its fourth and latest studio album. This is the band’s second go-round for “The Incredible Machine,” as it toured beginning in April 2010, months before the album’s actual release that October. The first version of the tour was designed to showcase the new material, while this version will still keep the new songs but play host to much of Sugarland’s older material. ••• Within the next 48 hours, two shows at Toyota Pavilion at Montage Mountain will go on sale. At noon today tickets for The Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival will
IF YOU GO What: Wrestle & Rock: A Punk/Metal Tribute to “Macho Man” Randy Savage Where: New Visions Studio and Gallery, 201 Vine St., Scranton When: 7-11 tonight Admission: $6 Scheduled to play: Stephen Bloom (Skyhook Mandate), Donnie and Steve (The Amadans), Vice and Virtue, Down to Six and Silhouette Lies ••• What: Tell Me Tomorrow CD release party, with Ronnie Williams, Joey James Duo and Breakdown Jimmy Where: Downtown Arts, 47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre When: Doors 5:30 p.m. tomorrow Admission: $10, includes CD ••• What: Sugarland and Sara Bareilles Where: Toyota Pavilion At Montage Mountain, 1000 Montage Mountain Road, Scranton When: 7:30 p.m. tomorrow Tickets: $36.50-$71
go on sale. The show, with Avenged Sevenfold, Three Days Grace, Seether, Bullet for My Valentine and more, will come to Montage on Aug. 27. Ticket prices range from $19 to $79. At noon tomorrow, tickets for Bob Dylan and his band, with prices ranging from $25 to $75, will go on sale. The legendary act comes to the pavilion stage at 7:30 p.m. Aug 10.
J.D. Verazin looks out on Patriot Park in Nanticoke at this time each year and loves what he sees. “Everyone’s just hanging out, enjoying music, food and each other’s company,” he said. “It’s a great time to be a part of this community.” Verazin is a committee member of the Nanticoke Music Festival, which will take place tonight and tomorrow. This year marks the 14th for the festival, a highly anticipated tradition. From music of the ’70s to today’s hits, country beats and fresh talent, the music festival has it all. Verazin is part of Tyme IF YOU GO Band, a classic-rock cover What: Nanticoke Music band that will play the fesFestival tival on Saturday night. Where: Patriot Park, He is on vocals, Tom CiBroad and Market priani is on bass guitar streets, Nanticoke and backup vocals, Rick When: 5-11 tonight; 4-11 Wells plays lead guitar and p.m. Saturday backup vocals, and Steve Admission: Free Cipriani is the drummer. Schedule: Tonight: The guys formed Tyme 5-8: Farmer’s Daughter Band in the1970s and have 8-11: Pop Rox played consistently up unTomorrow: til 1996 before taking a 4-5 p.m.: Ed Center Idol break. They’ve met up here on Tour 5-8 p.m.: Johnny Unit and there during the past couple of years, then finally 8-11 p.m.: Tyme Band decided to come back in full swing in the fall of 2010. The band is looking at its latest batch of shows as the “It’s About Tyme World Tour.” “We have T-shirts made up,” Verazin said. “It’s just like any T-shirt you’d find at a big concert, with all the venue names and dates on them. Instead of something like ‘Madison Square Garden,’ we have ‘Bentley’s in Ashley,’ which I think is much, much cooler.” Entertainers for this year also will include Farmer’s Daughter, a country band; Johnny Unit and Pop Rox, two high-energy cover bands with set lists that consist of new music of nearly every genre; and the contestants of the Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center Idol. For the past six years, the Ed Idol contest has been organized for sixth- and seventhgraders. This year 12 finalists were picked from 28 auditions. That number was then whittled to three. For 2011, Bailey Cunningham took third place, Taylor Brown came in second, and Michaela Buckley was the winner. The final 12, as well as last year’s Ed Idol winner, sing at the festival. Although the festival is focused mainly on music, Verazin said, there’s much more to it. “It’s a way to get the community together and involved,” he said. “We want people to enjoy this beautiful park, check out some very talented locals and relax. We’ve got a lot to offer, and we look forward to keeping the tradition alive.”
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T H I S W E E K : J U N E 17 T O 2 3 , 2 0 11 Pocono Mountains Bluegrass Festival, the 15th annual familyoriented event with the Lykens Valley Bluegrass Band, Hard Ryde, Louie Setzer & the Appalachian Mountain Boys, Plexigrass, Chester Johnson & the Foggy Mountain Grass, Mark Miklos & the Raritan Valley Ramblers, Santara Wind, the Lost Ramblers and the Carroll County Ramblers. Green-DreherSterling Fairgrounds, Route 181, Newfoundland. Today and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. 610-5730797. Noontime Concert Series, with music by Hickory Rose. Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton. Today at noon. 9636800. Catawissa Teenage Battle of the Bands, the fourth annual event. Cara Park, South Third Street, Catawissa. Tonight at 6:30.
Honesdale Roots & Rhythm Festival, the 6th annual music-andart street festival. Begins tonight with a kickoff party from 8 to 11 at Rusty Palmer, Route 6, Honesdale. Continues Saturday with music, art and food at various venues on Main Street and Central Park from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Details at honesdalerootsandrhythm.com. Hollywood Nights, the 10-piece New Jersey band paying tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. With Journey tribute band Separate Ways. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. Tonight at 8. $24. 866605-7325. The Felice Brothers, the Americana and country-rock band from upstate New York. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. Tonight at 8:30. $25. 325-0249.
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In just a few short years, country duo Sugarland has been honored 16 times by the Grammy Awards, the Academy of Country Music, the American Music Awards, the Country Music Association and the CMT Music Awards – to say nothing of its string of chartbusters including five No. 1 hits. On Saturday, the popular, multiplatinum duo of singer-songwriters Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush stops at the Toyota Pavilion on Montage Mountain with opener singer and pianist Sara Bareilles. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. with tickets at $71, $57, $26, $25.20 (available at livenation.com).
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The Smithereens, the pop-rock band (“A Girl Like You”). Gypsies Nightclub, Mount Airy Casino Resort, 44 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono. Saturday at 8 p.m. $25 advance, $40 at the door. 866-468-7619. Robin Trower, the former Procol Harem guitarist known as “The White Hendrix.” Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. Saturday at 8 p.m. $27 advance, $32 day of show. 866-605-7325. Young People’s Chorus of Erie, a concert by the 38-member group of students performing traditional and contemporary works by Claude Debussy, Mitch Leigh, Paul Simon and more. Marian Chapel, Marywood University, 2300 Adams Ave., Scranton. Sunday at 4 p.m. Free. 3486211.
Appalachia, bluegrass and gospel music. Shepherd’s Grove Pavilion, behind the East Benton United Methodist Church, 125 S. Turnpike Road, Dalton. Bring a chair. Sunday at 7 p.m. 563-1873. Jam in the Park, with New York City fivesome Leroy Justice and local rock band Lemongelli. River Common Park Amphitheater, South River Street, WilkesBarre. Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Free. 574-3240. Party on the Patio, with Separate Ways paying tribute to pop-rock band Journey. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, 1280 Route 315, Plains Township. Thursday at 7 p.m. 831-2100.
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1. Kieran Long, 4, of Wyoming makes his father a tie at the craft table with his mom, Cara. 2. Fran Pacuska of Wilkes-Barre colors a tie with his granddaughter Cecilia Pons, 2, of Kingston. 3. Patrick, 9, and John Redington, 3, of Dallas participate in a Q&A about Father’s Day. 4. Rose Golden of Barnes & Noble reads a storybook to the children. 5. Sienna Smith, 4, of White Haven helps her father, Shawn, try on the paper tie she created.
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hoever said Dad has too many ties and doesn’t need another one for Father’s Day surely did not see the handcrafted neckwear produced by the children who attended the Father’s Day Storytime at Barnes & Noble Booksellers at the Arena Hub Plaza in Wilkes-Barre Township on Tuesday. Because of the upcoming special occasion, those gathered not only got to enjoy the reading of books but the making of special take-home gifts any dad would be proud to wear. Or at least hang on the refrigerator.
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THIS WEEKEND: J U N E 1 7 T O 2 3 , 2 0 11 Book Signing, with Kenny Luck, author of “Nepatized: Behind the People and Controversies That Define Us and How Things Can Change,” an interpretation of who and what has defined the region in recent years. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. Tonight at 7. 8294210.
Community Yard Sale. Salvation Army Church, 214 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $10 per table; $5 if you bring your own table. 655-5947. Osterhout Library Book Sale, with adult and children’s books, fiction and non-fiction, cookbooks, CDs, cassettes, audio books, DVDs, VCR tapes, records and more. On the lawn of the Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Monday through Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Continues June 24, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; June 25 (Bag Day), 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers welcome. 829-5717. Annual Auction, with light refreshments. Wyoming United Methodist Church, 376 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. Saturday, 4 to 7 p.m. 693-2821.
FUTURE Book and Bake Sale, with a variety of volumes for all ages and a specialty basket raffle. West Pittston Library, 200 Exeter Ave., West Pittston. June 24-25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 654-9847.
Book Signing, with Dr. David Weinberger, author of “Think Smart: Navigating Relationships, A Breakthrough Travel Guide,” a framework for success in choosing the right partner. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre
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Northeast Photography Club, a juried exhibit. Through July 2 at Marquis Art & Frame, 122 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 823-0518. With Bullets Singing All Around Me, regional stories of the Civil War. Through July 17 at the Everhart Museum, 1901 Mulberry St., Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Monday, Thursday and Friday, noon to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. $5, $3 seniors, $2 children. 346-7186.
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Medic in Action: Caring for the Wounded, an exhibit on military medical personnel from NEPA. Through July 17, also at the Everhart Museum. Bridal Treasures, 10 antique wedding dresses plus bridal memorabilia. Through July 31 at the Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Open during movie screenings. 996-1500.
Dickens Book Group, a discussion of chapters 1 to 4 of “Nicholas Nickleby.” Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Arena Hub Plaza, WilkesBarre Township. Tuesday at 7 p.m. 829-4210. History Book Group, a discussion of “Natasha’s Dance: A Cultural
Near and Far: Landscapes from the Sordoni Art Gallery Permanent Collection, more than 20 works by John Sloan, Carl Sprinchorn, Niccolo Cortiglia, John Singer Sargent and Jon Carsman. Through Aug. 7 at the Sordoni Art Gallery, Stark Learning Center, 150 S. River St., Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre. Friday and Sunday, noon to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 408-4325.
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FUTURE Book Signing with Gary R. Ryman, author of “Fire Men: Stories from Three Generations of a Firefighting Family.” Tiffany’s Tap & Grill, 291 Main St., Eynon. June 24, 6 to 9 p.m. 876-0710. Book Discussion, with Dr. David Palmiter, author of “Working Parents, Thriving Families,” about specific strategies for promoting wellness and happiness in families, specifically how to promote closeness when you have no time. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. June 24 at 7 p.m. 829-4210.
NEW RELEASES Hard Spell, the first volume in a new series of gritty supernatural urban crimes set in Scranton by Northeastern Pennsylvania native Justin Gustainis. Published by Angry Robot and on sale July 26 at angryrobotbooks.com.
Thousands Are Sailing: The Irish in Luzerne County, photographs, documents and stories tracing the Irish immigrant experience including cultural and fraternal organizations that keep the Irish heritage alive. Through Aug. 20 at the Luzerne County Historical Society Museum, 69 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. 823-6244.
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Wilkes-Barre. Free. 408-4779. Included: • A panel presentation by filmmakers and movie producer Susan Cartsonis followed by the premiere of the film “Beastly.” Monday, 7 to 9 p.m. • A sampling of poetry, fiction and non-fiction by David Poyer, Kevin Oderman, Christine Gelineau, Cecilia Galante and others. Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m. • Works by playwrights Robert Arthur, Juanita Rockwell, Gregory Fletcher, Jan Quackenbush and others. Wednesday, 7 to 9 p.m. • The final night of readings celebrating the work of Wilkes creative-writing alumni Chris Bullard, Taylor Polities, Jennifer Diskin and Brian Fanelli with special readings by Pulitzer Prize-winning author William Kennedy and National Book Award finalist William Heyen. Thursday, 7 to 9 p.m.
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A. It’s not random, because the show wants interesting combinations. DWTS pro Mark Ballas – after noting that he does not pick his partners — told me that height is a factor (so tallish, leggy Derek Hough would get tallish, leggy partners). But personality is important, too; the show would not have paired Bristol Palin, one of Ballas’ partners, with Maks Chmerkovskiy because he would have not had the patience to work with Palin. And age comes into play. Ballas’ father, Corky, appeared on the show with older partners Cloris Leachman and Florence Henderson. Do you have a question or comment for the mailbag? Write to me at rheldenfels@thebeaconjournal.com or by regular mail to the Akron Beacon Journal, 44 E. Exchange St., Akron, OH 44309.
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difficult to predict, and that is precisely why so many people are watching you now. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your emotional state will have a profound effect on your social interactions. So before you leave the house, take time to center yourself and slip into a fantastic mood. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You present yourself in such a way that many will want to buy what you are selling. This probably isn’t about moving hard goods.
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Be careful about what software you add to your computer, because it could conflict with what is already working well. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You don’t always have to stand out to do well in business, and the same goes for your personal relationships. It takes courage to be ordinary, and you’ll find that you don’t really need extra attention right now. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Being uncomfortable with a circumstance will inspire you to fantasize about an alternate reality. However, avoid escaping to a romantic dream when you could be focused on making your reality better. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Just because you’re in a good mood doesn’t mean
your life is without stress. You’ll handle it better than most, though, as you discover a positive way to alleviate the pressures that have built up over the week. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). There have been times when you felt small and needy, like a child who requires constant care and attention. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You express your love so effortlessly that it is difficult for you to imagine that others cannot do this. For whatever reason, it’s hard for some people to emote. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You will not have the luxury of a completely controlled environment. There is one element that will prove unmanageable for today and many days to come.
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only take so much hard work, isolation and solitude before you just want to break out and join the party — especially if the action is relatively mindless. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You need help. Decide who can help you and why they should. Then build the perfect pitch. Don’t forget to highlight the rewards and benefits that will surely come to any assistant of yours. TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (June 17). It is a talent of yours to expertly work out mutually beneficial arrangements. You’ll bring people together in unexpected ways. Leo and Taurus are your supportive fans. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 12, 42, 39 and 14.
Guitarist is unhappy dancing to his band mates’ tune Dear Abby: I’m a guitarist in a rock band that has been performing in the San Francisco Bay area for five years. Because my on-again, offagain girlfriend, “Robin,” didn’t get along with my band mates, I found myself often caught in the middle. Her dislike of the band scene distanced me from the other members of the band and resulted in my not hanging out with them like I used to. Mounting pressures from both
DEAR ABBY ADVICE sides caused my breakup with Robin, someone I cared about and loved deeply. The split resolved the problem with the band, but now they are asking me for reassurance that I won’t date anyone in the future who will have a negative impact on the band. I made a big personal sacrifice for them, and I think it’s insulting and insensitive to demand
reassurance that history won’t repeat itself. I have told them I’m ready to move forward with no more obstacles. Abby, please advise. — Dissonant Chord in the Composition Dear Dissonant Chord: You may be a “dissonant chord,” but your band mates’ demand strikes a sour note with me. While a career in music — particularly if you get lucky and spend a lot of time touring — is undeniably demanding, your
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partners in this business should not have the right to dictate your personal life. You gave ‘em an inch, and now they expect a mile. If you’re prepared to have them dictate your life for as long as the band lasts, then keep on strumming and keep your promise. But I predict that at some point you are going to have to draw the line. Have another gig lined up when you do. Dear Abby: After moving out of your parents’ home, is one
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Luke Skywalker to be a Jedi knight, and Han Solo woos Princess Leia, as Darth Vader returns to threaten the rebel forces trying to save the galaxy. (HDTV) 2:30 p.m. (TMC) This Is England A fatherless boy in 1980s Britain joins a gang of skinheads and falls under the spell of a charismatic ex-con who sides with racists. (HDTV) 8:00 p.m. (TCM) Stagecoach An outlaw, a prostitute, a drunken doctor and assorted others go through Indian country. 8:22 p.m. (FMC) Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid When a persistent posse threatens two outlaws’ romp through Wyoming, they decide to take their act to Bolivia. 4:00 a.m. (TCM) Frankenstein Baron Frankenstein creates a monster from cadavers and a killer’s brain. Wilkes Barre 4-Star Movies for 6/20/11
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9:30 a.m. (FMC) Unfaithfully Yours A British conductor mistrusts his wife and plots three scenarios of revenge to music. 10:15 p.m. (TCM) Grand Hotel A ballerina, baron, stenographer, bookkeeper and tycoon check into Berlin’s Grand Hotel.
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Elijah Wood stars in the quirky ’Wilfred,’ premiering at 10 p.m. Thursday on FX.
about to go seriously wrong in life. Gabriel Macht is the corporate lawyer who believes in him. ••• “WILFRED,” 10 P.M. THURSDAY, FX: Elijah Wood is Ryan in a strange but strangely sweet comedy about a neighbor’s dog, Wilfred, whom Ryan sees as an advice-spouting guy in a dog suit. ••• From Luaine McClatchy-Tribune:
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••• “HOARDERS,” 9 P.M. MONDAY, A&E: You don’t want to look but can’t look away. The passion with which these folks clutter their lives is unbelievable, but once you’ve joined the cleaning brigade, you’re hooked. “Hoarders” returns with 10 new episodes, which include a man who keeps his own hair, a collector with more toys than Santa and a guy facing millions in fines because of his yard full of junk cars.
TV TALK away; Rihanna’s trainer; party planning. (N) (TVPG) 9 a.m. # “The Dr. Oz Show” Fivedollar fixes; superfoods; heartburn helpers. (TVPG) 9 a.m. 0 “Live With Regis and Kelly” Cory Monteith; Ryan and Tatum O’Neal; the winner of “Top Chef Masters”; co-host Kara DioGuardi. (N) (TVPG) 9 a.m. < “Today” (N) 9 a.m. U “Dr. Phil” A pregnant teen is in for a rude awakening. (TVPG) 9 a.m. (FNC) “America’s Newsroom” (N) 10 a.m. 0 “The Ellen DeGeneres
Show” Actor Robert Pattinson; TV host Cat Deeley. (TVG) 10 a.m. < “Today” (N) 10 a.m. U “The Doctors” A nonsurgical face-lift; new weight-loss surgery. (TVPG) 11 a.m. X “Maury” Guests learn the results of paternity tests. (N) (TV14) 11 a.m. 0 “The View” Actor Chris Rock; actor Bobby Cannavale; hair and makeup. (N) (TV14) 11 a.m. U “The Wendy Williams Show” Larry King and executive producer Wendy Walker; Mena Suvari. (TVPG) 11 a.m. (FNC) “Happening Now” (N)
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6 a.m. 6 “The Daily Buzz” (TVG) 6 a.m. (CNN) “American Morning” (N) 6 a.m. (FNC) “FOX and Friends” (N) 7 a.m. # 6 “The Early Show” (N) 7 a.m. X “Morning News with Webster and Nancy” 7 a.m. 0 “Good Morning America” Selena Gomez performs. (N) 7 a.m. < “Today” Kenny Chesney; real estate; car rentals; toys for babies and toddlers; Jackie Evancho. (N) 8 a.m. X “Better” Guest-host J.D. Roberto; Tyler Florence; show give-
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What’s the Buzz All About? Learning about the importance and value of bees. Wild Birds Unlimited, Dallas Shopping Center, Route 309, Dallas. Thursday at 6 p.m. Free. 675-9900.
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