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rowing up, I loved making collages. I would painstakingly select words and photos from discarded magazines and newspapers, and then I would just as painstakingly use a glue stick to create posters and folders and whatever else I could. But there were also magazines I wouldn’t dare put a pair of scissors to because they were that close to my heart. In fact, I still have most of them today: My first copy of YM (graced with the image of Tiffani Amber Thiessen), the very first issue of Lucky, the very last issue of Mademoiselle and my collection of Your Big Backyard issues. I still love holding a real magazine, and if the copies that I cherished so dearly had been online, I doubt I would still remember the covers as vividly as I do, and I definitely wouldn’t have been able to put them on my shelf to collect dust and accolades from people who can’t believe I kept a collection of magazines for 20 years. That’s what I think makes zines so alluring. Not only do they utilize my love for handmade snipping and creating, which makes them much more
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GIVE ME SHELTER ShelterFest 2012 will be held Saturday, June 30 from noon-3 p.m. at Griffin Pond Animal Shelter (967 Griffin Pond Road, South Abington Twp.). This free event allows people to meet the animals and volunteers and will introduce its new foster program. There will also be games, a bake sale, raffle baskets, dog-training and grooming demos and more. The shelter is always in need of donations, either monetary or supply, and as part of this event, there will be a prize for anyone who brings the most supplies, such as animal food/treats, kitty litter, bedding/blankets, dishes, cages, etc. To make a donation, you can send it to the address above (zip code 18411). For more info, call 570.585.0511 or find ShelterFest on Facebook. SINGING THE BLUES Pike County musician and recent Blues Hall of Fame inductee, Scott Weis and his namesake band will return to the historic Milford Theatre (114 Catharine St., Milford) for his first full-band show in two years Saturday, June 9 at 7 p.m. Scott Weis Band — also featuring Todd Lanka and Steve Decker — will be joined by New York-based singer/songwriter Marc Von Em. SWB will perform material from its upcoming CD and older songs as well. Tickets are $20 in advance via milfordtheatre.com or Upriver Home (202 Broad St., Milford) or $25 at the door. A ‘DEVIL’ OF A SEQUEL According to a release from
MediaBistro’s GalleyCat, Simon & Schuster will publish a sequel to Lauren Weisberger’s 2003 bestseller, “The Devil Wears Prada.” Weisberger was born in Scranton and lived in Clarks Summit until she was 11. Entitled “Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns,” the sequel picks up eight years after Andrea “Andy” Sachs left Runway magazine and her vile boss Miranda Priestly. Now the editor of a bridal magazine, Andy works with former-Runwaynemesis-turned-best-friend Emily. As she plans her own wedding, Andy and Miranda will cross paths once again. The novel is expected to be released next April. STAKES ARE RUN Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs (1280 Route 315, Plains Twp.) will celebrate the Belmont Stakes Saturday, June 9 starting at 2 p.m. The race will be shown on the jumbo screen, and there will be a special Belmont Breeze cocktail in a souvenir glass, food from Johnny Rockets and Ben & Jerry’s, prizes and giveaways. From 2-6 p.m., guests can swipe their Player’s Club card or Racing Rewards card at any kiosk for a chance to win one of five $1,000 live-racing betting vouchers or $5,000 in cash starting after the first MSPD race. If “I’ll Have Another” wins the Triple Crown, all partygoers will be treated to another drink, on the house. For reservations, call 570.831.2100. Must be 21+. In other MSPD news that weekend, Ron Turcotte, the jockey of 1973 Triple Crown
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SNEAK A PEEK-A-BOO Philadelphia-based Peek-ABoo Revue will return to the Mauch Chunk Opera House (14 West Broadway, Jim Thorpe) Saturday, June 16 at 8 p.m. The show will feature a number that recently debuted at The Burlesque Hall of Fame in Las Vegas. Tickets for Peek-A-Boo Revue are $21 via the box office, 570.325.0249, mauchchunkoperahouse.com or Sound Check Records (23 Broadway, 325.4009). ERIC CHURCH BRINGS THE PARTY TO W-B The fall leg of Eric Church’s “The Blood, Sweat & Beers Tour” will tap a keg at Mohegan Sun Arena (255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Twp.) Friday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. Justin Moore and Kip Moore are also on the bill. Tickets are $37.50-$47.50 and go on sale Friday, June 15 at 10 a.m. via the arena box office, Ticketmaster or 800.745.3000. DOG DAY RIDES The first Pocono Pub Crawl to Benefit America’s VetDogs will be held Saturday, June 9 from noon-6 p.m. at the Pocono Raceway Festival in Stroudsburg. Donation is $25, and the event is a fundraiser to benefit the America’s VetDogs organization of Smithtown, N.Y. The crawl will visit local pubs that welcome and support guide dogs in the training program. Participants should meet at the organization’s booth at Seventh and Main Streets. There will also be a Pocono Motorcycle Ride to Benefit America’s VetDogs on Sunday, Aug. 19. For more info, visit PoconoPubCrawl.com, VetDogs.org or W GuideDogPup.com.
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NEPA native Lauren Weisberger will release the sequel to her bestseller “The Devil Wears Prada” next year.
winner Secretariat will take part in a special Signings & Sightings on the race track apron Friday, June 8 at 6:30 p.m. Fans can purchase a special commemorative Secretariat Belmont Stakes poster for $5 for Turcotte to sign. Proceeds benefit the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund. For more info, visit mohegansunpocono.com.
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SCIENCE ON THE CUTTING EDGE -- Researchers Need to Believe: Surely the world’s longestrunning science experiment is the 85-year-old continuing project to visually ascertain whether “pitch” (a tar) is liquid. Begun at England’s Cambridge University, the project is now housed at the University of Queensland in Australia, where the custodian believes the next drop (the ninth ever) will fall in 2013. The previous teardrop-shaped bead descended in 2000. LEADING ECONOMIC INDICATORS -- Two homeless, penniless men in Fresno, Calif., are setting a high bar for frequency, and expense, of ambulance trips to the hospital. A 41-year-old who says he has “a major problem with my liver” and a 51-year-old allegedly seizure-prone man called for a combined 1,363 trips in 2011, which at the market rate would have cost them $545,000 (apart from evaluations by the hospital, which would have additionally cost more than $500,000), according to a February investigation by the Fresno Bee. Taxpayers and the insured foot the bills (reduced somewhat because the ambulance company and the hospital take lower fees). Neither the ambulance company nor the hospital can refuse to serve the men, and attempts to talk the men out of the trips are either futile or too laborious for the emergency technicians to attempt. PET MANIA -- The expense of caring for a pet, at least among the affluent, appears to be recession-resistant, amounting to about $50 billion in the U.S. for 2011, according to a trade association. Much of that spending is on advanced medical services such as bone marrow transplants at North Carolina State University (65 already performed) and stent procedures
to open clogged bladders or kidneys (630 last year) at the Animal Medical Center in New York City. Said one man, who had paid about $25,000 to treat his 10year-old dog’s lymphoma, “I wondered if I was doing this for selfish reasons. I asked myself, ‘If I were a 10-year-old dog, would I want to go through this?’” (Unfortunately, considering dogs’ short life spans, cancer remissions are almost always short-lived.) -- But sometimes, the weird news is heartwarming. KTULTV, reporting in April on the Sooner Golden Retriever Rescue in Tulsa, Okla., profiled Tanner (a Golden Retriever blind from epilepsy and suffering seizures, incontinence and biting frenzies), who took a shine to the arrival of Blair (a homeless black Labrador with a gunshot wound). Almost immediately, noted Rescue personnel, Tanner became playful, as Blair led him around the grounds in much the way that assistance dogs guide blind humans. Both dogs have thus staved off being euthanized and are being considered for joint adoption. RECURRING THEMES Though several cases have been reported in medical literature (and twice in News of the Weird), credulity is still strained by reports that people might accidentally swallow (whole!) a typical toothbrush (usually 7 to 8 inches long). In the most recent episode, Ms. Bat-El Panker, 24, of Kiryat Yam, Israel, had trouble with disbelieving doctors at her local hospital and had to go to Carmel Hospital in Haifa, where a gastroenterologist, using ordinary tools of the trade, manipulated the brush until it was at an angle that made it removable without damaging her digestive tract, according to a report on Ynet News. W Try News of the Weird Pro Edition at NewsoftheWeird.blogspot.com.
James Cruz, 58, was arrested in May in West Palm Beach, Fla., after allegedly pulling out a gun at a McDonald’s drive-thru lane in order to squeeze his car in ahead of another. The other driver backed off, but of course got a full view of Cruz’s license plate.
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t’s cut and paste, randomly scribbled doodles in the corner of the page. Thoughts into words, ideas photocopied by the hundreds, patiently pieced together with tiny silver slivers. It’s handmade, do-it-yourself, no instructions necessary. It’s her voice, shouting out protests to the world. It’s his voice, quiet in the corner, hoping someone notices. It’s your voice, your message, passing from hand to hand. It’s tangible, unique, personal, waiting for anyone willing to hear what it has to say. And it’s back. Making a new home at New Visions Studio & Gallery, the Scranton Zine Fest returns for the second year Saturday, June 9. Featuring zines and zinesters from various locations on the East Coast, the festival also hosts a varied selection of artists as well as a poetry reading.
Jessica Meoni, one of the co-coordinators of the festival, said she is excited to have the opportunity to bring it back because it is another great addition to the cultural renaissance that Scranton is going through. “A lot of people my age complain that there’s nothing to do in Scranton,” she said. “But they don’t really have any right to say that because they don’t try to do anything themselves. We try to look to these bigger cities like Philly and Pittsburgh, but we can create that kind of metropolis in our town if people really try.” Inspired by the Philly Zine Fest, Meoni joined forces with Dana Bloom and Brian vFanelli to bring the zine culture to NEPA. Zines, which Meoni said are basically independent, mini-magazines, have been around for years, even going back to the time of Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense.” She said they began growing in popularity again during the ’60s as a way for people to review comics and science-fiction pieces, grew
Jessica Meoni sits with Adam Weitzenkorn and Melanie Boisseau of New Visions Studio & Gallery, where Scranton Zine Fest will be held.
William James, a slam poet from Pittsburgh, will take part in the event.
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“It’s good to see what other people are talking about. You get to open your mind up to different ideas. You can’t put a price on being inspired by other people’s art, meeting awesome people, feeling that sense of community.” Above, Minutes to Milleniums by Lauren Geiger and LOUDMOUTH by Midge Belickis. zines have a strong literary connection. William James, a slam poet from Pittsburgh, looks forward to returning to Scranton to participate in the festival because it is a great representation of the
zine culture and the stories that would normally go unheard if not for the publication of zines. “You’re going to have the opportunity to see a complete spectrum of ideas and thoughts, narratives and stories, written by
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that zines brings to the masses, a live poetry reading will be held following a small break after the festival. Fanelli, who coordinated the reading, said it makes this festival unique compared to others, but works well since
Zine author Midge Belickis
people who probably cover every single level of the spectrum of human experience,” James said. “On top of that, you’re going to get to see a physical representation of that drive that these people have to create something and to make something that you could then hold in your hands. “Somebody can say to you, ‘This is my story, this is something that was meaningful to me in my life for a finite period of time, here I want you to have it.’ You’re not going to get something like that just anywhere.” For all of those involved, it is a common agreement that the festival is going to be a great way for people to get together and not only share their zines, artwork and poetry, but also a piece of themselves. “If you come to Zine Fest, you will see the range of people from all over who want to express themselves through their zines, through their artwork, through any means possible,” said NEPA native Tony Majorino, who is the author of Chasm. “I can guarantee that if you come out, you’ll definitely learn something new, you’ll meet new, interesting people, and it will be a great time.” W
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throughout the ’70s punk culture and evolved into the wide-range of zines that are available today — everything from personal zines (perzines), music reviews, poetry and short comics. Meoni said the festival has doubled in participants from last year, most of whom are newcomers. But despite the growth, she said they had some speed bumps to deal with as they were not able to get a grant this year to fund the event. However, through some of its own financial backing and the generosity of New Visions for letting the event be hosted there, Bloom, who Meoni referred to as the logistics coordinator, said everything finally came together and all three founders are just as excited about it as those who are attending. Midge Belickis of Mineola, N.Y., the author of LOUDMOUTH and Scatterbrain, loves the great sense of community and creativity that surrounds the zine culture. “It’s good to see what other people are talking about,” she said. “You get to open your mind up to different ideas. You can’t put a price on being inspired by other people’s art, meeting awesome people, feeling that sense of community. Zinesters are very interesting people.” While no price can be put on the sense of community itself, the zines generally do come with a small price tag, sometimes just a small chunk of change or trading one zine for another. But living in a world where digital is becoming a more-favored means of distribution, the small price is worth having the physical piece. Lauren Geiger, author of Minutes to Milleniums, said that she feels zines are important because you can actually feel them, and it’s not something that gets lost in constant pagehopping on the internet. “In the midst of the Internet, it’s so easy to lose that tangibility, and I think it’s important to keep that alive,” the Allentown resident shared. “When I read something tangible, I sort of separate myself from the information overload. It’s easier to connect that way.” Adding to the connectivity
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WEEKENDER, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, 2012
tech talk
By Nick Delorenzo
Special to the Weekender
he release of Windows 8, Microsoft’s latest operating system, is fast approaching, and Microsoft has made a preview freely available so everyone can see what all the buzz is about. It’s quite a change from previous versions of Windows. Sporting a colorful, touch-optimized user interface called “Metro,” Windows 8 aims to redefine how people use their computers. Users of the Xbox 360 and Windows Phone 7 devices will find themselves at home with the new interface, while veteran users of previous versions of Windows may have some retraining ahead. Everything about the new operating system seems to be
centered on the tasks that people regularly perform on their computers, so it’s a little more “friendly” than previous versions of Windows. Instead of programs, there are “Apps.” There’s an app for social media, another for mail and others for photos, finance, news, travel and even sports. There’s also the “Windows Store,” where users can download Windows apps. While the apps themselves are really very easy to use, I have a gut feeling that people who have spent the past 10 or 20 years coming to grips with past versions of Windows may be a bit put off by them. As another nod to Xbox users, Windows 8 features a program
called Xbox Companion, which allows a user to control an Xbox 360 and stream files directly between PC and console. The whole operating system is quite a bit more fluid than past versions of Windows. The initial “Start” screen is composed of groups of floating icons called “Live Tiles” that contain frequently used apps, programs, news, social events and pictures or videos. While on paper that may not sound particularly intuitive, it’s actually more useful than having a desktop stuffed with static icons. As I used it, Windows 8 seemed to learn what I did and didn’t use frequently, and everything was so easy to see that I never found
Microsoft has released a preview of Windows 8, and its operating system is more fluid than past versions of Windows. myself hunting for anything. As for the actual guts of the operating system — it feels quite a bit like Windows 7, and the hardware requirements are similar — 1Ghz processor speed, 1GB Bram and 16GB of storage space. The final release date for Windows 8 hasn’t been announced, but is expected to possibly be in October.
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ALBUM REVIEWS Back to 'Do It Again'
South Jersey’s Smash Palace is one of those “should’ve been” bands. Originally known as Quincy, the band gained momentum at the cusp of the New-Wave ’80s scene, discovered by CBGB founder Hilly Kristal before recording a self-titled album in 1980. A cruel fate came when famed producer Quincy Jones saw the band’s name on a marquee, did a cease-and-desist and dealt a knockout blow to the band’s enterprise. In 1985, now christened Smash Palace, the band recorded an album for Epic and scored MTV play with “Living On The Borderline.” But the band seemingly imploded and founding members
Stephen and Brian Butler took staff songwriter positions at various labels to survive. Since 2004, though, with Stephen Butler firmly at the wheel as songwriter, guitarist and lead vocalist, Smash Palace has retooled with hooks-for-days albums and sparkling production, and its recent outing, “Do It
“It’s Easy” has a guitar twang akin to Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers as the band tackles social issues with a delightfully melodic caustic tongue.
Hung “Hung” Rating: W W W
Hung's symphonic darkness Music labeled as “progressive” builds from its rock and metal roots by adding elements from all around the world of music, and the self-titled debut from New York-based band Hung is no different. The band’s namesake, classically trained violinist Lyris Hung, wished to start a new band with a focus on the heavier side of music and soon began her
Again,” is no different. Lead track “Living It Lonely” embraces the ’60s-era jangle of The Byrds while playing to the strengths of ’90s dirt-road Americana. “It’s Easy” has a guitar twang akin to Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers as the band tackles social issues with a delightfully melodic caustic tongue. “Tell Her Now” is a delicately abrasive acoustic cut as the band extols the finer points of anxietyridden relationships, while “Can’t Make It Without Her” has a British rock-’n’-roll quality with driving piano and melody line reminiscent of The Kinks’ “Victoria.” A lean, mean, songwriting machine, Smash Palace has never lost its youthful passion for a charming melody. The band soothes your sonic palate, like musical butter topping an already delicious pop-infected entree. -- Mark Uricheck Weekender Correspondent
search for bandmates. Rounding out the lineup with singer Dmitry Kostitsyn, drummer Kenny Grohowski, guitarist Jon Clark, and bassist Sam Roon, the band began to meticulously craft its first album. Hung takes pride in its somewhat unique style in writing, where each member creates his or her part separately before bringing them all together in the studio. The end effect of this is very complex, multi-layered music where each part can stand alone, but still is a piece of a larger whole, taking advantage of the deep talent of the band members. This becomes immediately apparent starting with opening instrumental track “Eos” and continues throughout the album. Tracks like “Progeny,” “Evil Tsar” and “Matter of the Blood” take the listener through a wide range of different sounds (as well as moods and emotions), and at many points, Hung’s music sounds more like a symphony than just a fivepiece band. Hung’s album is impressive to say the least, and the band plays with a proficiency that is far beyond what most artists typically have. However, as beautiful as the instrumental parts of each song may be, the use of growling, dark vocals detract from that beauty just a bit and makes one wonder how different the music might sound with clearer voices throughout. -- Michael Irwin Weekender Correspondent
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Whitechapel “Whitechapel” Rating: W W
Hostile, savage Whitechapel The music of Tennessee-based deathcore act Whitechapel has a resounding darkness to it. Each song released by this band is ominous and aggressive, and its latest release completely embodies its long history of dark and unique music writing. Whitechapel — vocalist Phil Bozeman, guitarists Alex Wade, Ben Savage
Top at 8 with Ralphie Aversa The Top 8 at 8 8. Calvin Harris: “Feel So Close” 7. Karmin: “Brokenhearted” 6. Katy Perry: “Part of Me” 5. The Wanted: “Glad You Came”
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4. One Direction: “What Makes You Beautiful” 3. Flo Rida/Sia: “Wild Ones” 2. fun./Janelle Monae: “We Are Young” 1. Nicki Minaj: “Starships”
Smash Palace “Do It Again” and Zach Householder, bassist Gabe Crisp and drummer Ben Harclerode — will release its fourth studio album via Metal Blade Records Tuesday, June 19. The self-titled release is, quite arguably, the band’s most volatile since its formation. There isn’t a track on the album that isn’t savagely hostile, and each of the 10 songs brings exactly what a true fan of deathcore music would expect and want. Bozeman’s growling vocals are overflowing with rage and are backed by fast guitar riffs and exceptional drum work from Harclerode, the band’s latest addition. Despite its distinct style for writing heavy music, Whitechapel isn’t just producing unintelligible sounds that can’t be appreciated by anyone other than true deathcore fans. Its music is technical at times and layered in spots, which are intermittently broken up with melodic breakdowns. This change in intensity definitely provides a much needed break from the unrelenting heaviness of the album. Whitechapel has clearly honed its skills for writing aggressive music over the years, resulting in an album that will definitely rival any other current heavy release out there right now.
Billboard Top Rock Songs 1. Linkin Park: “Burn It Down” 2. The Black Keys: “Gold On The Ceiling” 3. Gotye/Kimbra: “Somebody That I Used To Know” 4. Soundgarden: “Live To Rise”
-- Lisa Schaeffer Weekender Correspondent 5. fun./Janelle Monae: “We Are Young” 6. Grouplove: “Tongue Tied” 7. Of Monsters/Men: “Little Talks” 8. The Offspring: “Days Go By” 9. M83: “Midnight City” 10. Chevelle: “Hats Off To The Bull”
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WEEKENDER, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, 2012
concerts
13TH ANNUAL OATS BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Benton Rodeo Grounds (Mendenhall Lane, Benton) www.oatsfestival.com, 908.464.9495 - June 28-July 1: Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out / Gibson Brothers / Valerie Smith & Liberty Pike / Hillbilly Gypsies / Cumberland River / The Roys / Stained Grass Window / more. Camping, food, craft vendors. Workshops, children’s program, music academy, open jam tent. Weekend advance/$70; weekend gate/$80; Thurs. $20; Fri., Sat. $30; Sun. $10; under 15/free with adult ticket, pets $10 weekend only.
15TH ANNUAL BRIGGS FARM BLUESFEST
- July 6-7 at Briggs Farm, Nescopeck Twp. Main Stage, Fri.: Eddy “The Chief” Clearwater, Linsey Alexander, Alexis P. Suter Band, Chris Beard; Sat.: Bernard Allison, Moreland & Arbuckle, Butterfield Blues Band, Rory Block. Back Porch Stage, Fri.: Lonnie Shields, The CKS Band, Clarence Spady, Mikey Junior, Rare Form; Sat.: Lonnie Shields, Sarah Ayers, Michael Packer Sam Lay, Jesse Lowey, Symphonic Haze. Info/directions: briggsfarm.com, 570.379.3342.
COVE HAVEN ENTERTAINMENT RESORTS
1.877.800.5380 www.CPResorts.com - Boyz II Men: June 10 - Howie Mandel: July 22 - Orlando Jones: Aug. 12 - The Charlie Daniels Band: Sept. 2 - Justin Willman: Nov. 18
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71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre Phone: 570.826.1100 - NEPA Philharmonic Tribute to Benny Goodman: June 9, 8 p.m., $35.50$73.45 - Zappa Plays Zappa: June 28, 7:30 p.m., $29.50-$75 - Jim Gaffigan: July 26, 7 p.m., $47.50$58.25 - Celtic Thunder: Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m., $65-$75
KIWANIS WYOMING COUNTY FAIR
Rt. 6, Meshoppen Phone: 570.836.9992
www.wyomingcountyfair.com - Colt Ford / Leah Burkey: Sept. 1, 7 p.m., $5-$15 - New Hollow: Sept. 2, 7 p.m., $5-$15
MAUCH CHUNK OPERA HOUSE
14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe 570.325.0249 mauchchunkoperahouse.com - Cabinet: June 8, 8 p.m., $18 advance, $20 day of - Craig Thatcher’s Salute to the Fillmore: June 9, 8 p.m., $20 - Paul Thorn Band: June 15, 8:30 p.m., $23 - Peek-A-Boo Revue: June 16, 8:30 p.m., $21 - Leon Redbone: June 22, 8 p.m., $33 - The Felice Brothers: June 23, 8 p.m., $25 - US Rails / The Sterling Koch Band: June 29, 8 p.m., $14 - The Cast of Beatlemania: June 30, 8 p.m., $25 - Sierra Hull / Highway 111: July 7, 8 p.m., $20 - Red Horse: July 21, $25 - Dancin’ Machine: July 20, 8 p.m., $21 - The Persuasions: July 21, 8 p.m., $23 - Solas: July 26, 8 p.m., $28 - Hot Buttered Rum: July 27, 8 p.m., $23 - U2Nation (U2 tribute): July 28, 8 p.m., $20 - Suzanne Vega: Aug. 10, 8:30 p.m., $34 - The Cowboy Junkies: Aug. 17, 8:30 p.m., $32 - Michael Kaeshammer: Aug. 24, 8:30 p.m., $17 - Ryan Montbleau Band: Aug. 25, 8 p.m., $20 - Childhood’s End (Pink Floyd tribute): Sept. 1, 8 p.m., $22.85 - The Allentown Band: Sept. 2, $8-$15 - Victor Bailey and CBW (Coryell, Bailey, White): Sept. 8, 8 p.m., $28 - Real Diamond (Neal Diamond tribute): Sept. 15, 8 p.m., $23 - Enter the Haggis: Sept. 22, 8 p.m., $23
MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Twp. - How To Train Your Dragon Live: June 27-July 1, TIMES VARY, $29.50$79.50 - American Idol Live: Sept. 6, 7 p.m., $29.50-$65 - Eric Church / Justin Moore / Kip Moore: Sept. 14, 7:30 p.m. $37.50$47.50 (on sale 6/15, 10 a.m.) - Disney’s Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever: Dec. 2, 2 p.m., 5 p.m.
$26-$60
MOUNT LAUREL PAC
1 Tamiment Road, Tamiment 570.588.2522 mountlaurelpac.com - The Guess Who / The Holy Goats: June 8, 7 p.m., $37.50-$67.50 - Robert Cray / Little Feat: June 9, 7 p.m., $45.50-$75.50 - Ziggy Marley / Headshine: June 15, 7 p.m., $42.50-$72.50 - Three Dog Night / Flyin Blind: June 29, 6 p.m., $52.50-$67.50 - The Fab Four / Brian LaBlanc (Neil Diamond tribute): July 7, 6 p.m., $45.50-$62.50 - Air Supply: July 13, 6 p.m., $47.50$62.50 - The Temptations: July 22, 4 p.m., $47.50-$62.50 - Lyle Lovett: July 29, 6 p.m., $72-$90 - The Rock ’n’ Blues Fest ft. Johnny Winter / Edgar Winter / Leslie West / Rick Derringer / Kim Simmonds: Aug. 19, 6 p.m., $57.50-$75.50 - .38 Special: Aug. 24, 6 p.m., $59.50$72.50
MOUNT AIRY CASINO RESORT
44 Woodland Rd., Mount Pocono Phone: 877.682.4791 www.mountairycasino.com - Chippendales: June 9, 8 p.m., $20$30 - Playboy’s DJ Kay Jay: June 23, 10 p.m., Gypsies, $10 - Colin Quinn: June 30, 8 p.m., Gypsies, $30-$40 - House Dance Party w/ Teresa Giudice: July 7, 10 p.m., Gypsies. $10. - KC & The Sunshine Band: July 20, 9 p.m., $40-$55 - JWoww from “Jersey Shore:” July 21, 10 p.m., Gypsies, $15 - Brian McKnight: July 28, 7:30 p.m., $40-$55 - Vinny Guadagnino from “Jersey Shore”: Aug. 11, 10 p.m., Gypsies, $15 - Colin Raye: Aug. 17, 9 p.m., $20-$30 - Grand Funk Railroad: Aug. 18, 9 p.m., $25-$40
NEW VISIONS STUDIO & GALLERY
201 Vine St., Scranton 570.878.3970 - Wrestle & Rock II: Silhouette Lies / Eye On Attraction / Faceless Shadows / Humanity Remains: June 16, 7 p.m. Wrestling video games; wrestling merchandise for sale. $7, $1 off admission if dressed as wrestler.
NORTHEAST FAIR
Suscon Road, Pittston Twp. Phone: 570.654.2503, www.northeast-
fair.com - Original music showcase: June 19 - Cabinet: June 20 - Start Making Sense (Talking Heads tribute): June 21 - Jam Stampede (Jerry Garcia/Grateful Dead tribute): June 22 - The Cast of “Beatlemania:” June 23 - Shawn Klush (Elvis tribute): June 24
PENN’S PEAK
325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe 866.605.7325 or visit pennspeak.com. - America: June 8, 8 p.m., $43.75$49.25 - Molly Hatchet / Blackfoot / Jimmie Van Zant: June 9, 8 p.m., $33 - Kellie Pickler: June 14, 8 p.m., $32$37 - 7 Bridges (Eagles tribute): June 15, 8 p.m., $25 - The Machine: June 16, 8 p.m. $33$38.75 - Steven Wright: June 24, 8 p.m., $29-$34 - Foreigner: June 29, 8 p.m., $54.25$65.25 - Johnny Winter / Magic Slim & The Teardrops: June 30, 8 p.m., $33 - Cinderella: July 1, 8 p.m., $38.75 - Lita Ford: July 12, 8 p.m., $19 - Arrival (Abba tribute): July 13, 8 p.m., $31-$36.75 - Raymond The Amish Comic: July 14, 8 p.m. - Yonder Mountain String Band: July 15, 8 p.m. - Uriah Heep: July 19, 8 p.m., $22 - Jim Messina: July 20, 8 p.m., $31 - 7 Walkers: July 27, 8 p.m. - Vince Gill: Aug. 18, 8 p.m., $59.25$64.25 - Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: Sept. 21, 8 p.m. - Herman’s Hermits / Peter Noone: Oct. 5, 8 p.m., $27-$42 - Tanya Tucker: Oct. 14, 8 p.m., $29-$44 - Paul Revere and the Raiders: Oct. 26, 8 p.m., $27-$42 - Martina McBride: Oct. 28, 8 p.m., $62-$85
PENNSYLVANIA THEATRE OF PERFORMING ARTS
JJ Ferrara Center, 212 W. Broad St., Hazleton 570.454.5451 ptpashows.org - Bruce in the U.S.A.: June 8, 8 p.m. Bruce Springsteen tribute concert. Proceeds benefit Ferrara Center. Cash bar, beverages, snacks, desserts. $22.
POCONOTES LLC
888.800.POCO www.poconotes.com - “The Faces and Voices of the Blues” ft. photos by Jim Gavenus / voice of Toby Walker: June 8-10, Tripp House (1011 N. Main Ave., Scranton). Three-day pass: $35 VIP, $25 GA, $10 students/ seniors. $5 of tickets benefits Tripp
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REDWOOD ART SPACE
740 Jumper Road, Plains Twp. - I Am the Avalanche / Patterns / Halfling / Shorthand: June 9, 7:30 p.m. - Ceremony / Tigers Jaw / United Youth / Waxahatchee: June 11, 8 p.m., $10, all-ages
RIVER STREET JAZZ CAFE
667 N. River St., Plains Phone: 570.822.2992 - Dirty Bourbon River Show / Giants of Leisure: June 7, 8 p.m., $5-$8 - Mullen (U2 tribute): June 8, 8 p.m., $5-$10 - Se Acabo (Santana tribute): June 9, 8 p.m., $5-$10 - George Wesley Band: June 15, 8 p.m., $5-$8 - The Wood Brown’s Project: June 16, 8 p.m., $5-$10 - Clarence Spady Band: June 22, 8 p.m., $5-$8 - Jax: June 28, 8 p.m., $5, free with college ID - XVSK: June 29, 8 p.m., $5-$8 - Tiny Boxes / Post Junction: June 30, 8 p.m., $5-$8 - Mystery Fyre / Kyle Morgan & The Lonestar Gramblers: July 6, 10 p.m., $5-$10 - Jam Stampede / Kenny Brooks (Grateful Dead tribute): July 7, 10:00 p.m., $10-$15 - Donna Jean Godchaux Band / Mark Karan: July 11, 8 p.m., $12-$15 - Driftwood / The Coal Town Rounders: July 12, 8 p.m., $5-$8 - Connor Kenndy Band (Pink Floyd tribute): July 13, 8 p.m., $5-$10 - Sonic Spank / Clay Parnell: July 28, 8 p.m., $5-$8
SHERMAN THEATER
524 Main St., Stroudsburg Phone: 570.420.2808, www.shermantheater.com - Survay Says: June 6, 6 p.m., $8 - David Bromberg: June 8, 8 p.m., $35-$45 - Marshall Tucker Band: June 9, 8:30 p.m., $15-$25 - Mayweather: June 19, 6 p.m., $8 - T.O.N.E-Z / The Pumpkin King / Lil V / Phatal PHD, more: June 16, 8 p.m., $8 - Hot Tuna Electric / Steve Kimock: June 28, 8 p.m., $25-$40 - The Stolen: June 30, 6 p.m., $10 advance, $12 day of - Halestorm / New Medicine / Emphatic: June 30, 8 p.m., $15 advance, $17 day of - Sinners to Saints: July 13, 6 p.m., $10 advance, $12 day of - Volbeat / HellYeah: July 18, 7 p.m., - KC and the Sunshine Band: July 20, 9 p.m., $40-$55 - ALO: July 21, 8 p.m., $15 advance, $17 day of - Brian McKnight: July 28, 9 p.m.,
- Sithis / Holliana Krucifex / Jet White / The Classics: June 9, 12:30 p.m. - The Blak Sheep / Velvium / Egocentric Plastic Men / Andorra / Powerhouse / Damn Good Day: June 9, 6 p.m.
334 South St., Philadelphia Phone: 215.922.1011 - Queen Extravaganza: June 7, 7 p.m. - Future / Pusha-T: June 8, 8 p.m. CANCELED - Matt Skiba and the Sekrets / Smoking Popes: June 9, 8 p.m. - DMX: June 10, 7 p.m. - GROUPLOVE / Guards / Reptar: June 11, 7 p.m. - Battles / Work Drugs / Grimace Federation: June 12, 7 p.m.
1 Harbour Blvd., Camden, NJ. Phone: 609.365.1300 - Drake: June 9, 7:30 p.m. - Radiohead: June 13, 7:30 p.m. - Beach Boys: June 16, 8 p.m.
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Use it or lose it Eclectic musician David Bromberg will perform Friday, June 8 at 8 p.m. at Sherman Theater (524 Main St., Stroudsburg). Bromberg’s most recent album, “Use Me,” features guest appearances by the late Levon Helm, Linda Ronstadt, Dr. John and others. Tickets are $35-$45 and are available through Ticketmaster. For more info, call the venue at 570.420.2808 or visit shermantheater.com.
$43-$58 - 311 / Slightly Stoopid (Sherman Summer Stage, Pocono Raceway, Long Pond): July 31, 7 p.m., $49.50
THREE KINGS
603 Route 6, Jermyn - Humanity Remains / To Hell With This / Without A Martyr / Kids in a Sandbox: June 8, 6 p.m., $10 - G. Love & Special Sauce: June 26, 8:30 p.m., $20 advance, $22 day of
TOYOTA PAVILION AT MONTAGE MOUNTAIN
1000 Montage Mountain Road, Scranton - Miranda Lambert / Little Big Town / Thomas Rhett: July 7, 7:30 p.m., $36.50-$60.10
- Vans Warped Tour ft. Taking Back Sunday / New Found Glory / Motionless In White, more: July 18, noon, $37.50 - Mayhem Festival ft. Motorhead / Slayer / Slipknot / As I Lay Dying / The Devil Wears Prada / Asking Alexandria, more: Aug. 4, $42-$74.50 - The Peach Festival ft. Allman Brothers Band / Zac Brown Band / Tedeschi Trucks Band / Warren Haynes Band / O.A.R. / Cabinet / Miz, more: Aug. 10-12, $99-$225 - Chicago / The Doobie Brothers: Aug. 24, 7:30 p.m., $82-$92 - Kiss / Motley Crue: Sept. 18, 7 p.m., $50.85-$185 PHILADELPHIA
ELECTRIC FACTORY
3421 Willow St., Philadelphia
KESWICK THEATER
Easton Road-Keswick Ave, Glenside, Pa. Phone: 215.572.7650 - Victor Wooten: June 8, 8 p.m. - Bruce in the USA: June 9, 8 p.m. - Bootsy Collins: June 15, 8 p.m.
MANN CENTER
52nd and Parkside, Philadelphia Phone: 215.893.1999 - Il Divo: June 9, 8 p.m. - Reggae Festival ft. Jimmy Cliff / Beres Hammond: June 10, TIMES VARY - Foster the People / Tokyo Police Club / Kimbra: June 14, 7:30 p.m.
TOWER THEATER
69th and Ludlow Sts. Upper Darby Phone: 610.352.2887 - Crosby, Stills and Nash: June 7, 8 p.m. - Fiona Apple / Blake Mills: June 27, 8 p.m.
TROCADERO
10th & Arch St, Philadelphia Phone: 215.336.2000 - The Bouncing Souls / Cheap Girls / Static Radio: June 8, 7:30 p.m.
WELLS FARGO CENTER
Broad St., Philadelphia Phone: 215.336.3600 - Neil Diamond: June 18, 8 p.m. - LMFAO / Far East Movement, more: June 30, 7 p.m. ELSEWHERE IN PA
CROCODILE ROCK
520 Hamilton St, Allentown Phone: 610.434.460 - Jim Breuer: June 8, 8 p.m. - Sparks the Rescue / Rocky Loves Emily / Aristo: June 13, 6 p.m.
HERSHEYPARK STADIUM
100 W. Hersheypark Dr., Hershey Phone: 717.534.3911 - Demi Lovato: June 23 - Dave Matthews Band: June 29
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50 State Rt. 120 East Rutherford, N.J. - Summer Doo Wop Reunion ft. Herman’s Hermits / Peter Noone, more: June 23, 7 p.m.
BORGATA HOTEL AND CASINO
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Melissa’s Mind This photo of Pat Thomas by Jim Gavenus will be included in the ‘Faces and Voices of the Blues.’ The exhibit also features the music of Toby Walker.
Photographer Jim Gavenus
By Danielle Wayda
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here will never come a day when people won’t want to hear a good story. Storytellers work in all sorts of media and can often be as eccentric as the subjects of their narratives. Jim Gavenus and Toby Walker, photographer and musician respectively, each tell a rich, multifaceted story of the blues — that soulful, Southern sound — brought together in a multi-media event, “The Faces and Voices of the Blues,” to be held at the historic Tripp House in Scranton Friday-Sunday, June 8-10. Gavenus, a photographer who has worked with more than 30 Hall of Fame musicians in his 15-year career, will display works from his extended wanderings through the Deep South and his explorations of the remnants of the community of blues musicians he found there. About nine years ago, tired of the grind, Gavenus decided to head South and work on a long-term project. “I looked at a map and saw this little tiny town called Smuteye, Ala., and I wanted to go see what Smuteye was like,” he says. Smuteye is just about an hour south of Montgomery, an area rich in the history of the civilrights movement Gavenus’ other
exhibited work has focused on. He’s made multiple trips since then and has amassed a collection of images of blues musicians, both the old-timers and newcomers, to tell an intricate story of the past and present state of the genre. “I’ve worked in the music industry for many years, photographing all kinds of musicians,” he says. “But this is the first time I’ll show my work about music.” Through his years of working with mainstream musicians, Gavenus had taken notice of the undeniable influence of the blues on even the most unsuspecting musicians. “When they’re in their trailer or hanging out in the studio, not working per se, they’re not playing their own music,” he says. “They’re fiddling around with a guitar, playing the blues.” Through displaying his work in the small, private space of the Tripp House accompanied by Walker’s performance, Gavenus hopes that people can understand the relevance of the blues musicians and culture that might have influenced megastars like The Rolling Stones, but who are now living in impoverished, backroads homes without pensions. But more than that, he wants them to be entertained. Walker, an accomplished fingerstyle guitarist, singer, songwriter and storyteller, will perform as the
“voices” half of the event and will tell the part of Gavenus’ story that can’t be heard through a photograph. PocoNotes, the event production duo Dolores Hippler and Pat Harper, chose the Tripp House, a fully renovated 1778 homestead in Scranton, as the location for the event in hopes to emphasize the need to appreciate a piece of Scranton’s history while showcasing the history of Walker’s genre. Part of each ticket purchased will be donated to the Society for the Preservation of the Tripp Family Homestead. “We want to combine people that need to be heard with places that need to be seen,” says Hippler. “By hosting this event here, we’re bringing a crowd of people to the Tripp House that otherwise would have never known it existed. And the same goes for Toby’s music,” adds Harper. W PocoNotes presents “The Faces and Voices of the Blues,” ft. photos by Jim Gavenus/ voice of Toby Walker, Fri.-Sun., June 8-10. $35 VIP, $25 GA, $10 students/seniors; portion benefits Tripp House preservation. For info/complete schedule, visit poconotes.com
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are around 10 minutes, the author has to fit a beginning, middle and conclusion into that time frame. Brandi George, a director, actor and student at King’s College, was very surprised at the variety of works that were submitted. “We have a very large range of what the content is even though it all takes place in the kitchen,” she said. “For me, one of the plays is 10 minutes of complete seriousness while the other is 10 minutes of complete ridiculousness.” All members of cast and crew had only about a two-week period to prepare. Directors act as the eyes of the audience and try to help and guide the actors while they are rehearsing. “Too much time is actually a bad thing,” George clarified. “It’s been an interesting experience being able to work on a time crunch, but in a good way.” This upcoming performance will be the first time that Drake Nester, an actor and student at King’s, will be performing with the Gaslight Theatre Company. “This is all new to me, the oneroom thing. It has been an awesome experience.” Hinton’s most Brandi George and Drake Nester in excited to see the ‘Hunter’ by Lukas Tomasacci.
reaction of the audience. Some of the plays being performed might catch the audience off guard and may ask them to do things they might not necessarily be familiar with. For example, one play involves the audience with the use of their cell phones. “Even if people are outraged, that’s theater. You’ve stirred something.” Hinton said. “The final act of theater is the collaboration between actor and audience. I’m looking for that moment, and I’m looking forward for the moment to happen.” Every year, the “Playroom” series will feature a new room of the house as the set. Hinton hopes to keep the same authors throughout the series and maybe add in a few new ones along the way. “People always walk away saying, ‘Ah, I wish that’d gone on longer.’ That’s a complaint you want to have,” he explained. “So we hope that we have people walking away wanting more.” W
Gaslight Theatre Company presents “Playroom,” Thurs.Sat., June 7-9, 14-16, 7 p.m., Sun., June 10, 2 p.m., King’s College Theatre (133 N. River St., Wilkes-Barre) $10 GA, $8 students/seniors. Info: 570.824.8266, gaslight-theatre.org. Some plays contain adult language/content. Viewer discretion advised.
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he first of the “Playroom” series presented by the Gaslight Theatre Company, which was founded in 2003, will take the audience to one of the most family-oriented rooms in the house: The kitchen. This specific performance has a small cast with a total of 11 actors and directors. Matthew Hinton, who has a play being featured, is the mastermind behind “Playroom” and is the one who picked the plays and is directing, acting and came up with the set for the whole show. “I want it to be new plays from people around here, it’s what influences the culture,” Hinton explained. “As I’m adapting the idea for this series, I thought, ‘What do we call it?’ There’s a lot of plays, we put them in one room … ‘Playroom.’” Whether they were regional students or have lived around the area for most of their lives, local authors wrote all seven of the one-act plays that will be performed as part of “Playroom.” The other authors are Dan Waber, Rachel Strayer, Lori Myers, Richard Grunn, Lukas Tomasacci and B. Garret Rogan. Even though writing a one-act play may not be as time consuming as a full-length, there are different things that may be a challenge to writers. Since the average time length of the oneact plays that will be performed
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Snow White and the Huntsman” isn’t transparently hip or consumed by corporate agenda. With brisk confidence first-time director Rupert Sanders tells the story we know without a trace of Disney sweetness and in a style that infuses everything with an intoxicating newness. As a child, Snow’s idyllic life gets shattered in a few swift blows. First her mother dies, leaving the kingdom without a queen. A short time later, her father is fatally seduced on his wedding night by
his new wife, Ravenna (a delightfully unhinged Charlize Theron), a power-mad, vaguely supernatural narcissist who promptly takes over the kingdom and locks Snow in a tower. Years pass. Ravenna’s rule is so poisonous that the land literally rots. Her concern arises when she no longer ranks as the fairest of all, according to her mirror/trusted advisor. That title now belongs to Snow White, who has grown up to become Kristen Stewart and represents an end
to the queen’s reign. Ravenna handles this in the calm, reasoned way that defines leadership: She decides to take Snow’s pure heart. With the help of some really helpful birds, Snow manages to escape her dreary cell and into the aptly named Dark Forest. Ravenna’s powers are useless there, so she summons the nameless Huntsman (Chris Hemsworth, surprisingly good), a drunken widower, to find the fugitive. He does, but when the Huntsman discovers the queen won’t deliver on her
end of the deal, he and Snow take off. “Snow White and the Huntsman’s” biggest asset is that Sanders and his three screenwriters (including Hossein Amini of “Drive”) don’t coddle us with one-liners and cutesy asides. We don’t get a sense of where the story will go. Everything feels slightly off, but in a good way, like seeing the demure Snow blossom into Joan of Arc with an overbite or Theron’s desperate portrayal of the queen, which has more in common with Norma Desmond than Idi Amin. Hemsworth, one of the male heroes, is blitzed half the time. Everyone has blood on their hands, even the dwarves, who flock to Snow’s gentle soul. There’s a weight, a restraint, here that is welcome. The use of CGI, often a whizbang crutch, is used appropriately, turning the Dark Forest into a bubbling, freaky trip and ace character actors like Ian McShane and Bob Hoskins into dwarves. Details fuel Theron’s terrific performance: Her creepy rapport with her brother (Sam Spruell), how she’s the only one who can
see the mirror spring to life. Two of the most memorable scenes come just from locked eyes, including when the Huntsman and Snow acknowledge a secret that will change everything. It doesn’t matter that Stewart’s performance isn’t exactly incendiary because Snow realizes that being good only takes you so far. You actually have to do something. “Snow White and the Huntsman” feels like the start of something epic, a story that could go beyond step-by-step romance and heroism. It’s fitting that this movie came out during the summer-movie season, when everything is bigger and brighter. That principle doesn’t just apply to the cast and special effects.
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Charlize Theron gives a deliciously disturbing performance as Ravenna in the movie.
reel attractions Opening this week: “Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted” “Prometheus”
Even with airport security, these animals really should have been home by now.
The ’80s are alive and well again.
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Coming next week: “Rock of Ages” “That’s My Boy”
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Classic Cars and Critters Festival June 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Lazybrook Park, Tunkhannock. Advance tickets, $4/adult, $2/child.Gate tickets, $5/adult, $3/child. Under 3 free. Rain or shine. Antique, classic, custom car shows. Live music from Coal Town Rounders, Inside Out. Baked goods sale, silent auctions, vendors, more. Reptile Man, The Zoomobile, Pocono Wildlife Center, Second Chance Wildlife. Info: emncinfo@yahoo.com, emnconline.org, 570.836.3835 High Mountain Craft Beer Festival June 9, 1-5 p.m., Best Western Genetti Inn & Suites (1341 N. Church St., Hazleton). $20/advanced, $25/door, $10/designated drivers. To purchase: Any Rotary Club Member, venue, Verrastro Beer Distributor, more. 21+. Info: 570.455.3100, pmalone@malonesinsurance.com St. Faustina’s Parish Annual Homecoming Festival June
29-30, 5 p.m.-midnight; July 1, 4-11 p.m., St. Faustina Grove, Sheatown. Live music, food, games.
BENEFITS / CHARITY EVENTS 16th Annual Golf Outing for Monroe County’s Habitat for Humanity June 8, registration 11 a.m., shot-gun tee-off noon, dinner 5 p.m., Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort. $115 entry fee, includes 18 holes, cart fees, boxed lunch, buffet, trophies, awards, prizes. $2,000 for hole in one. Dinner for non-golfers, $35. Sponsorship opportunities. To register/donate prize/inquire about sponsorship, call 570.476.9846. American Cancer Society • 14th Annual Relay For Life of Wyoming Valley: June 16-17, King’s College Betzler Fields, Wilkes-Barre Twp. Info: relayforlife.org/pawyomingvalley.
American Lung Association • Fight For Air Walk: June 9, 10 a.m., King’s College, Betzler Field, WilkesBarre. Dry walk route or Water Sprinkler Route. Ice cream social to follow. Sign up online at lunginfo.org/ wbwalk. Info: 570.823.2212, dreifler@lunginfo.org.
Lackawanna County Medical Society 8th Annual Health Fair June 9, 9 a.m.-noon, Nay Aug Park, Scranton. Rain or shine, free to public. 70 vendors, free health screenings, basket raffle. Proceeds benefit local Commonwealth Medical College student.
Candy’s Place (570.714.8800) • 3rd Annual Cancer Wellness Golf Open: June 14, registration/lunch 10 a.m., shotgun start noon, cocktails, dinner following, Irem Country Club (397 Country Club Road, Dallas). $125/person, $500/team, $40/dinner only. Golfers get lunch, snacks, dinner, mini-massages. To register call or visit cancerwellnessnepa.org.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society • Shoot for the Stars Beer Pong Tournament: June 16, 3 p.m., Robs Pub & Grub, Larksville. $10/21+, $5/ under 21. Entry fee includes one free pitcher of beer, pizza per team. Prizes, raffles. All proceeds benefit society. Call 570.592.2711 for info. • Concert for a Cure: June 16, 7 p.m., Wyoming County Fairgrounds (6 Route, Meshoppen). Coy Taylor, Erica Leigh, The Infinity. Free, donations encouraged. To donate, call 800.482.2873.
Hunger for the Arts/Call for Artists June 7, 5:30-8 p.m., Scranton Cultural Center. Graphic design, photography, culinary arts, etc. Pieces and services will be auctioned off to benefit Meals on Wheels. For info, e-mail hungerforthearts@gmail.com.
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guide dogs in training program. $25/person. Benefits America’s VetDogs. Info: vetdogs.org, guidedogs.org, guidedogpup.com Walk 2 Miles in My Shoes For R.S.D. June 10, registration noon, walk 1 p.m., McDade Park, Scranton (off Keyser Ave.). With sponsors: Donation of $50 or more, free T-shirt. Without sponsors: $10 donation. Info: 570.876.4034 ∝
EVENTS 4th Annual Polka for Pets June 17, noon-5 p.m., Lehighton Community Grove (7th and Iron Streets, Lehighton). Free. Pennsylvania Villagers, 2-5 p.m. Animal rescue groups attending, food, refreshments. Rain or shine. 25th Annual Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame June 28, 5:30 p.m., Genetti
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ACROSS 1 Lose it 5 Bit of derring-do 9 Wager 12 Top-notch 13 Jason’s ship 14 “Go, team!” 15 Fictional girl detective 17 Work with 18 Plumed military hats 19 Host 21 Type measure 22 Donny’s sister 24 Brazen 27 Highland hat 28 Skirt feature, maybe 31 Shock and 32 Catcher’s place? 33 A billion years 34 Accomplishment 36 Dawn goddess 37 Penny 38 Marine from Mayberry 40 “Little Women” woman 41 Less improved 43 Mountain range 47 A Gershwin 48 Super Bowl XLIV MVP 51 Chaps 52 Tittle 53 Money 54 Cauldron 55 Vacationing 56 Art Deco pioneer
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shared. “We meant to go watch ‘The Dictator,’ in the cinema, but we fell asleep.” One Direction is currently in the midst of a sold-out tour in the States. As if you need more evidence of how popular these guys are, they’ve already announced dates for 2013’s American summer tour.
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(76-78 S. Main St. Carbondale, 570.282.7499) • “Voices of Legends:” June 29, 8:30 p.m. $15. Optional appetizer buffet, $6, 7:30 p.m. Reservations only, call.
(60 E. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, 570.996.1500, dietrichtheater.com) • “The Gifts of Wali Dad:” June 22, 10 a.m., June 23, 11 a.m. All ages. By Dietrich Children’s Theatre. Free. Tickets at door or call to reserve. • Poe in the Park: Much of Madness: June 23, 7 p.m., Lazybrook Park, Tunkhannock. Ages 12+. By Gamut Theatre Group. Free. Discussion on Edgar Allan Poe, 6:45 p.m. Following show, actors will host talkback session.
F.M. KIRBY CENTER
(570.947.3484, HighwireTheatreSchool@gmail.com) • Acting Classes: Wed., Fri., through June 29, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Holy Rosary School (312 William St., Scranton).
(1433 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.342.5555) • Psychic Theater’s “Haunted! Mysteries of THE Beyond:” Nightly through Sept. 15, curtain rises 7 p.m. $35. Reservations required. 3 hours or longer. For info, visit PsychicTheater.com, call 570.383.9297.
MPB COMMUNITY PLAYERS
(71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, 570.826.1100) • “West Side Story:” Aug. 2-3, 8 p.m. Presented by Wyoming Seminary Performing Arts Institute. $20/adults, $12/students, seniors. Tickets in advance or at door. Call 270.2186 for info.
(mcgroganj@gmail.com, 570.454.0175) • MPB Players’ Variety Show “Flashback to the 60’s:” June 9, 7 p.m., June 10, 2 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church (100 N. Church St., Hazleton). Proceeds benefit Hazleton Animal Shelter; please bring wish-list item to donate to shelter. Tickets at door or by phone, 454.0178.
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(570.824.8266 or visit gaslight-theatre.org, gaslighttheatre@gmail.com) • “Playroom” An Evening of One-Act Plays by Regional Authors: June 7-9, 14-16, 7 p.m., June 10, 2p.m., King’s College Theater (133 N. River St., Wilkes-Barre). $10/person $8/students, seniors. Some plays contain adult language/content. Viewer discretion advised.
GRICE ARTISTS
(191 W. Church St., Nanticoke, 570.328.5864) • PA Lyric Opera: Pirates of Penzance, June 22-24.
(196 Hughes St., Swoyersville: 570.283.2195 or 800.698.PLAY or musicbox.org) • “Fiddler on the Roof Jr.:” June 22-24 • Enrollment open for Music Box Summer Theatre Workshop: Sessions begin July 23. Musical theater workshop for ages 7-13. $200. Perform “101 Dalmatians Kids” Aug. 24-25. Techniques in acting, singing, dancing. Call for enrollment forms.
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(409-411 Main St., Duryea, 570.457.3589, phoenixpac.vpweb.com, phoenixpac08@aol.com) • “Fosse:” Aug. 3-12 • “Through the Looking Glass” musical: Aug. 24-Sept. 1
SCRANTON SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL • “Midsummer Night’s Dream:” June 30, July 1, Nay Aug Park.
SHAWNEE PLAYHOUSE
(570.421.5093, theshawneeplayhouse.com) • “They’re Playing Our Song:” Ongoing until Sept. $28/adults, $25/seniors, $15/children. Call/visit website for tickets, show times, more info. • S.T.A.R.S. on Stage: through Aug. 31. Shows 10 a.m. June 8: Alice in Wonderland; June 9: Jungle Book; June 15: Princess Stories; June 16: Pirate Stories. $5. Summer package, 7 shows, $30. • Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits: June 15-Sept. 2. $28/adults, $25/seniors, $15/children. Call/visit website for tickets, show times, more info.
THEATRE AT THE GROVE
(5177 Nuangola Rd., Nuangola, 570.868.3582, grovetickets@frontier.com, nuangola-grove.com. $20/ musicals, $18/plays, season pass/$50. BYOB) • “Nunsense 2: The Second Coming:” June 15-16, 22-23, 8 p.m., June 17, 24, 3 p.m.
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(545 Charles St., Luzerne, 570.287.7977, joanharrisdancers.com) • Best of the Best: Joan Harris Centre’s 30th Anniversary Gala: June 15, 6:30 p.m.; June 16, 1 & 6 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center (71 Public Square, WilkesBarre). $16/advance, $20/door.
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n a small town in North Carolina, among the tobacco fields and mountains, there’s a church run by a snake-handling preacher with a sordid past who thinks he’s a prophet. Or at least wants his parishioners to believe it. This is where Wiley Cash plants the reader at the beginning of the compelling “A Land More Kind Than Home.” Alternately told from the perspectives of 9-year-old Jess Hall, Sheriff Clem Barefield and Adelaide Lyle, the town midwife, the novel follows the events surrounding the death of Jess’ older brother Christopher, a mute everyone calls Stump. The boy’s demise is directly related to an incident that occurs behind the closed doors of the church, and the story that ensues after his death calls into question the “healing” that happens there. While exploring the limitations of faith and the fragility of relationships, Cash
joins the onrush of debut authors whose offerings have knocked it out of the park. “A Land More Kind Than Home” proceeds like a restrained thriller. It’s a pageturner, but it doesn’t get fantastical until the ending, which calls to mind images of the reality-based “Cops” reruns and seems a little more unrefined than the rest of the book. But Cash maintains focus and doesn’t stray so far that it’s unbelievable. Part of the story examines the relationship people have with religion and how invoking the name of God can cause people to make choices they would have otherwise thought twice about. But another striking part of the novel is how much young Jess’ actions set cataclysmic events in motion. He’s a child and therefore doesn’t realize it, but his words cause some events to finally breach the precipice upon which they were teetering. Throughout the book, Cash switches first-person perspectives like it’s old hat — his transitions from Jess’ naive, juvenile point of view to Adelaide’s elderly standpoint don’t read like the work of a first-time author. He maintains his rapturous writing style but makes a subtle and clear distinction between the three voices. Without even knowing which chapter you’re in, you could easily figure out through which set of eyes you’re seeing the world. And though there are so many perspectives and a number of flashbacks and back stories involved, Cash stays true to maintaining the focus of the primary storyline. He manages to always find his way back to the present, which is an impressive feat in such a somber and far-reaching narrative.
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first met Roger Munchak while on a sales call at a local bar, where he was delivering beer for L T Verrastro. He told me he was getting ready to leave for a cruise where he would work as a host and dance instructor — and then we waltzed in the middle of the bar. Let’s get to know Roger Munchak. Favorite thing about teaching dance: Meeting great people and getting to know them. Favorite dance to teach: The Brazilian dance, samba and The Hustle. Hobbies: Going to the gym and watching tapes about dancing to study them. How long have you been dancing? 24 years and still learning How many hours a day do you practice? Six to eight hours a day when prepping for a competition. Where do you teach? New York City, cruise lines and sometimes locally when friends ask. Any competitions coming up? In July, I’m planning on going to Montreal for the largest salsa competition. Next year, I’m going to Virginia to compete in The Hustle and West Coast Swing. Claim to fame: Three-time champion of “the forbidden dance,” the Lambada; won the local “Dancing with the Stars” in 2011 and raised $20,000 for the cause; first male to teach Zumba classes locally, met Oksana Dmytrenko, Sharna Burgess, Dmitry Chaplin and Karina Smirnoff from “Dancing with the Stars.” Favorite celebrity: Donna Summer What I wanted to be when I grew up: Dancer and boxer If people want to take lessons from you: Call 570.650.8168 or look for the Verrastro beer truck!
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AGENDA, FROM PAGE 28 Manor, Dickson City. Honoring Dr. Jim and Mary Lou Burne, Robert Moisey, Tom Pugh, Entrepreneur of the Year John Kiesendahl. For info, call 570.602.3600, visit janepa.org. ∝ Cameo House Bus Tours (Anne Postupack, 570.655.3420, anne.cameo@verizon.net, checks to 933 Wyoming Ave., W. Pittston, Pa. 18643) • Sneaker Sunday / Coney Island / Brooklyn’s Dekalb Market: June 24. Depart W-B Wegmans 7:30 a.m. (park near Applebee’s), Viewmont Mall, 8 a.m. (Sears parking lot). Depart Brooklyn 6 p.m. $80, includes “follow us bus,” breakfast treat, goodie bag, water and more. Call or e-mail to reserve; seats assigned as payments received. Clifford United Methodist Church (Main St. Clifford) • Hero HeadQuarters: June 18-22, 1-4:30 p.m. Registration June 18, 12:30 p.m. Learn heroes from Bible, participate in group activities, skill-building challenges. Towers of nickels collection for Society of St. Andrew. Info: 570.222.5493, 222.4049, 222.3331
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Dedication and Unveiling of Carol Ann Drazba Memorial June 16, 2 p.m., Gino Merli Veterans Center (401 Penn Ave., Scranton). RSVP to 570.383.9552. Dietrich Theater (60 E. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, 570.996.1500, www.dietrichtheater.com) calendar of events: ❏ Kids Classes: • Quilting for Kids: “Monkey’s Wrench:” Wed., through June 13, 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 6+. $6/class. Call to register. • Quilting for Kids: “Streak of Lightning:” Wed., June 20-July 25, 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 6+. $6/class. No experience required. Call to register. ❏ Intergenerational Classes: • Quilting for Everyone: “Arrowhead Star:” Wed., through June 13, 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 6+. $6/class. Call to register. • Introduction to the Game of Go: June 11, 18, 25, July 2, 6-7 p.m. Ages 11+. Free. May end with tournament. Call to register. • Open Studio and Portfolio Prep: 7-8:30 p.m. Session 3, June 19, 26; session 4, July 3, 10, 17, 24; session 5, July 31, Aug. 7, 14, 28. $15/class, $60/4 classes. Call to register. • Quilting for Everyone: “Trip Around the World:” Wed., June 20July 25, 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 6+. $6/ class. Call to register. ❏ Adult Classes: • Pottery for Beginners: 7-8:30 p.m. Series 3, June 6, 20, 27; series 4, July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1; series 5, Aug. 8, 15, 29, Sept. 5. Ages 13+. $60/class. All mate-
rials supplied. Call to register. • Decorative Painting: Noon-3 p.m., June 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 15, 22, 29. Ages 16+. $20/class plus cost of painting surface. Pre-registration required, call to register. • Introduction to Stained Glass: June 18, 6-9 p.m. Ages 16+. $60. All glass supplies, equipment provided. Call to register. ❏ Special Events: • The Potential of Living Willow Structures in the Landscape: June 20, 7 p.m. All ages. Free. Info: bonniegale.com Endless Mountain Pilots • Young Eagles Rally: June 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Seaman’s Airport, Seaman’s Road, Factoryville. Rain date June 10. Free airplane rides for ages 8-17.Info: 570.945.5125 Falls and Exeter Lions Clubs Golf Tournament June 16, Emanon Golf Course, Falls. Info: 570.333.4825, 388.2204, 654.7031, lionsgolf@frontier.com.
Down by the river Lackawanna RiverFest will be held Saturday, June 9. Presented by the Lackawanna River Corridor Association, RiverFest is a day-long celebration of the Lackawanna River that includes a morning canoe and kayak run, an afternoon picnic, a “duck race,” an afternoon kayak trip and, this year, a revival of the Lackawanna River Regatta. For more info and a complete schedule including times and locations, visit lrca.org.
Grace Episcopal Church (30 Butler St., Kingston, 570.287.8440) • 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament: June 10, shotgun start 2 p.m., Sand Springs Country Club. Captain and crew format. $85/golfer, includes dinner; $35/person dinner only. Portion of proceeds benefit community outreach organization, Women with Children Program at Misericordia University and Grace Episcopal. For info, call or visit gracechurchkingston.org.
Boy Scouts of America: June 16, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission, $10 donation for race, patch, photo. Info: ebs.ticketleap.com/derbyday/ • Annual Diversity Camp: June 17-21, for students entering grades 11-12. For info, contact high school guidance counselor or call 570.674.1483.
Jim Thorpe events: ❏ Thursday Date Night (jimthorpe.org): • June 7, 4 p.m.: Crystal View Carriage rides, tour of Harry Packer Mansion. • June 14: Tours 6 & 7 p.m. of The Old Jail.
The Osterhout Free Library events (71 S. Franklin St., WilkesBarre, www.osterhout.info, 570.821.1959) • Open Computer Lab: Mon./Wed., 5-8 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. • Knit & Crochet Group: June 16, 30, 10:30 a.m.-noon. All ages welcome. Free. • World Wide Knit in Public Day: June 16, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Bring yarn, knitting needles. Free. Call to register.
Justus Volunteer Fire Co. (159 Fieldstone Dr., Scott Twp., 570.587.4545) • Golf Tournament: June 23, registration 8 a.m., shotgun start 9 a.m., Wemberly Hills Golf Course (Wemberly Hills Road, Scott Twp.). $55/golfer. Includes green fees, golf cart, oncourse food, refreshments. Info: 536.1902 Keep Wine-ing He Might Start to Look Like Prince Charming Comedy Tour June 14, 7:30 p.m., Bartolai Winery (Route 92, Exeter Twp.). Jeannine M. Luby, Liz Russo. $15, advance sales only. Call 570.650.7518 or visit NotPrinceCharming.com. Misericordia University events (www.misericordia.edu, 570.674.6400, box office 674.6719): • Pinewood Derby Race hosted by
Northeast Fair June 19-24, Route 315, Pittston Twp. $9. Food, music, rides, games. Info: 570.654.2503, northeastfair.com
Safe Haven Dog Rescue (www.SafeHavenPa.org, SafeHaven@epix.net) • Meet and Greet: June 10, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Walmart (Rt 443/1731 Blakeslee Blvd., Drive E, Lehighton). • Volunteer Visit: June 10, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Walmart (1731 Blakeslee Blvd. E/Rte. 443, Lehighton). Pre-adoption application with references, home visit prior to adoption. • Adoption Day: June 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Tractor Supply (Route 209, Brodheadsville). Dogs available to meet and get to know. Pre-adoption application with references, home visit required prior to adoption. • Volunteer Meeting: June 19, 6:30 p.m., Cherry’s Restaurant (Route 209
near Route 534, Kresgeville). Volunteers, foster families always welcome. Volunteers needed for adoption days, dog transport, fundraising, clerical help, home visits, more. Foster homes needed. Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort events: ❏ Community Concert Series (free, 7 p.m., rain or shine): • Len and the Sidekicks: June 12 • Mt. Winds: June 19 Shickshinny First United Methodist Church • Strawberry Shortcake Social: June 9, 4-7 p.m., corner of E. Buttler St., Rt. 11. $7.50/meal, $4.50/12 and under. Call 570.256.3759 for info. St. Luke’s United Church of Christ (471 N. Main St., WilkesBarre, 570.762.8265) • Annual Flea Market/Rummage Sale: June 9, 11, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; June 12, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Furniture, toys, clothing, homemade food, more. Teen Program Orientation June 20, 1:30 p.m., Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (55 W. Center Hill Road, Dallas). Pre-registration required. Info: 570.675.8600 ext. 195 Unity: A Center for Spiritual Living (140 South Grant St., WilkesBarre, 570.824.7722) • A Course in Miracles / Holistic Fitness-Yoga Sessions: Tues., 6:308:30 p.m. • Meditation Chakra Clearing Deeksha: 2nd, 4th Mon., 7-8:30 p.m. $8. Oneness meditation, chakra clearing/energization, transfer of Divine Energy. Welcome beginning,
experienced meditators, all paths. Info: 587.0967, ernie@divinejoyministry.com. The University of Scranton events: • Scranton Brass Orchestra in Concert: June 10, 7:30 p.m., Houlihan McLean Center. Free. Call 570.941.7624. • Scranton Brass Seminar: June 11-22, weekdays, Houlihan-McLean Center. 2-week intensive daily program of workshops, master classes, clinics, coaching. Info: music@scranton.edu Waverly Community House (1115 N. Abington Rd., Waverly, 570.586.8191, www.waverlycomm.org) events: • Ballroom Dancing Lessons: Wed., 7:15 p.m., Comm auditorium. Basic & advanced ballroom, swing. $15/ person. For info, call Vince Brust at 489.3111. Wyoming Seminary Performing Arts Institute (201 North Sprague Avenue, Kingston, 570.270.2186). Events free and open to public. • Counselor Solo and Chamber Recital: June 25, July 16, 8 p.m., Great Hall (228 Wyoming Ave., Kingston). Free, open to public. Y Walk Wed. Guided evening walks in Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton. Begin 6 p.m., meet in lobby either city’s YMCA. In case of rain, walk same time following day. Info: Wilkes-Barre YMCA, 570.823.2191; Hazleton, 455.2046: • June 6: Agnes and Lee: Protecting
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the Valley from Unwelcome Visitors (Wilkes-Barre) • June 13: A Walk on the Wild Side: The Kirby Park Natural Area (WilkesBarre) • June 13: United Way Walk (Hazleton) • June 20: Mansions and Millionaires (Wilkes-Barre)
HISTORY Eckley Miners’ Village (located nine miles east of Hazleton, just off Route 940; 570.636.2070; www.eckleyminers.org) • Patch Town Days: June 16-17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Music, food, presentations. Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org) • Buzz Camp Day Camp for Grades K-2: June 25-29, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Combines art/science of bees w/ interactive learning. Pre-register by June 13.$65 museum members, $75 nonmembers. Info: programs@everhartmuseum.org Lackawanna Historical Society (The Catlin House, 232 Monroe Avenue, Scranton, 570.344.3841) ❏ Summer Downtown Walking Tours (free and open to the public): • Sat., June-Oct., 11 a.m. Call for starting places. • Rotating trio of tours First Fridays, through Oct., 5 p.m., Radisson, Lackawanna Ave. • Custom Tours: 7-8 blocks, about 2 hours. Routes selected based on interests of participants Most days, noon-6 p.m. $5/person, min. 4 people, max. 30. Call 955.0244. • Step-on bus tours, Costume Tours: Call for info. Pennsylvania’s Anthracite Heritage Museum (McDade Park, Scranton: 570.963.4804, www.phmc.state.pa.ust) Open year round, Mon.-Sat. from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun., noon-5 p.m. • Camp: July 17-20, 9 a.m.-noon. $50, includes snacks, supplies.
Call to reserve.
LEARNING A.C. Moore (2190 Wilkes-Barre Twp. Marketplace, 570.820.0570) • Mom and Me art classes: every Fri., noon-1 p.m. $15, includes supplies. Sign up 24 hours in advance, call to register. Academy of Northern Martial Arts (79 N. Main St., Pittston) Traditional Kung Fu & San Shou. For Health and Defense. Adult & Children’s Classes, Mon.-Thurs., Sat. First class free. Walk-ins welcome, call 371.9919, 817.2161 for info. Aikido of Scranton, Inc. (1627 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.963.0500) • Self-Defense Class taught by Aikido Master Ven Sensei, every Mon. & Wed., 7-9 p.m. $10. • Traditional Weapons Class, Thurs., 7-9 p.m. $10. Back Mountain Martial Arts Center & Mountaintop Karate Center For info, call either location, Back Mountain (4 Carr Ave., 570.675.9535) or Mountaintop (312 S. Mountain Blvd., 466.6474): Visit Website at www.fudoshinkai1.com. • Instruction in Traditional Karate, Jujutsu, Sivananda Yoga (Back Mountain): Tues., Wed., Thurs., 4:30-9 p.m., Sat., 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (Mountaintop Karate Center Mon., Weds., Fri., 4:30-9 p.m. • Instruction in Traditional Karate, Jujutsu, Sivananda Yoga (Mountaintop): Mon., Wed., Fri., 4:30-9 p.m. Ballroom Dancing Class through June 14, Thurs., 6-7 p.m., Mid-Valley Senior Center (310 Church St., Jessup). $5/ class 55+, $7/class others. Taught by certified members of Dance Educators of America Joanne
Ballroom Dance Class through June 29, Fri., 12:30-1:30 p.m. U.N.C. South Side Senior Center (425 Alder St., Scranton). Taught by certified members of Dance Educators of America. Foxtrot, samba, waltz, rumba, swing, more. $5/class for 55+, $7/class others. Info: 570.346.2487 Dance Contours (201 Bear Creek Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.0152, www.dancecontours.com) • Adult classes: ballet, tap, lyrical, CardioSalsa, ballroom dance. • Children/teen classes: ballet, tap, CheerDance, HipTech Jazz, a form of dance blending basic Jazz Technique with styles of street dance, hip hop. • Zumba classes for adults: Tues., 6 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. First class free. • Adult ballet: Sat. morn. Danko’s Core Wrestling Strength Training Camp (DankosAllAmericanFitness.com) • Four sessions/week, features two clinics, two core strength. 4 sessions/week. Increase power, speed, agility. Group discounts, coaches, teams, clubs, free stuff. Visit website or call Larry Danko at 570.825.5989 for info. Downtown Dojo Karate Academy (84 S. Main St., WilkesBarre, 570.262.1778) Offering classes in traditional karate, weapons, self defense. Mon-Thurs., 5:30-8:45 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-noon. • Zumba Classes: Tues., Thurs., 7-8 p.m.; Sat., 12:30-1:30 p.m. $5/class. Call for info. Drawing and Painting Lessons: Realist painter teaches techniques of old masters. Private lessons Fri.-Sun. To schedule, call 570.820.0469, e-mail bekshev@yahoo.com or visit www.artistvs.com. Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org) • “Everybody’s Art” New Series of Adult Art Classes: $25/workshop members, $30 non-members. Preregistration required. • Rosen Method easy movement program, Thurs., 2-3 p.m., Folk art gallery, $5/class, free to members. Must pre-register. • Early Explorers: Mon., 1-1:45 p.m. Free, suitable for ages 3-5. Preregistration required, groups welcome. For info, to register, call or e-mail education@everhart-museum.org. GregWorks Professional Fitness Training (107 B Haines Court, Blakely, 570.499.2349, gregs-
bootcamp@hotmail.com, www.vipfitnesscamp.com) • Beach Body Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m. • Bridal Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m. Bridal party group training, couples personal training available. • Fitness Bootcamp: 4-week sessions, Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m. • New Year’s Resolution Flab to Fab Bootcamp: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 & 8 p.m., Sat., 1 p.m. Guaranteed results. • Private/Semi-Private sessions available, e-mail for info. ∝ Guitar & Bass Lessons available from Fox Studios (11 Rhine Creek Rd., Drums) Mon.-Thurs. 1-10 p.m. $16 per hour. All ages, all styles of music, all levels. Call 570.788.4797 for info. Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 570.287.7977 or 718.0673) • Instrumental Music Instruction • Private Ballroom Lessons • Private Vocal Instruction: Tues. evenings. • Private Guitar Instruction: Classical, acoustic, electric for all ages. • Dragons’ Tale Karate: Mon., 5:30-7 p.m.; Wed., 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 5+. • Tumbling: Fri., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Ages 5+. $30/month. Kiss Theatre Company (58 Wyoming Valley Mall, Wilkes-Barre, 570.829.1901, kisstheatre.org) ❏ Spring/Summer 2012 workshops: • Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: Workshop 1: Tues., Sun., 6-8:30 p.m., starts June 10. Workshop 2: Mon., Thurs., 6-8:30 p.m., starts June 11. Performances in August. $300 + $50 admin fee. Kwonkodo Lessons – by reservation at The Hapkido Teakwondo Institute (210 Division St., Kingston). $40/month. Call 570.287.4290 for info. New Visions Studio & Gallery (201 Vine Street, Scranton, 570.878.3970, newvisionsstudio@gmail.com, newvisionsstudio.com) • B/W Photography Class: Wed., through June 6, 6-9 p.m. $199.99, all chemicals/paper included. Student must purchase min. one roll of b/w film, must bring camera to first class. No experience needed. Wear comfy clothes or bring apron. Call or e-mail to sign up, deposit required. • Taking Portraits: Natural Lighting and Basic Flash Photography: Sun., through June 17, 1-2 p.m. $59.99/3weeks. No experience necessary. Camera required. All ages. Call to register. • Kid’s Art Class: All About Art: Sat., ages 11-16. Sun., ages 5-10. $100-$125/
month, $30/class. Supplies included. Call to register. Northeast Photography Club (www.northeastphotographyclub.org) meets first Wed. of month 7 p.m. in boardroom of Prime Med (old Wes Freedman Building) off Morgan Hwy. Variety of topics, monthly contest, guest speakers. Membership open. Olympic Style Fencing classes at The Fencing Exchange, above AFA Gallery, 514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, Mon.-Thurs. Foil, saber, epee taught. For info, call 570.969.1224. Private Voice Lessons Mon.Thurs. by appointment. Learn proper singing technique in downtown Wilkes-Barre studio. Specializing in opera/classical/musical theater. Hour, half-hour lessons. Student discounts available. Please call 824.5428 or visit www.katrinalykes.com for info. Robert M. Sides Family Music Centers (210 Wilkes-Barre Twp. Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 570.824.9636, acrane@rmsides.com) ❏ Summer Music Programs: • Group Piano: Start June 9. Ages 6+. • Preschool Music/Piano: Thurs., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. Ages 4-6. • Private Lessons for most instruments, voice • Musical Theater Camps, ages 5-18 • Youth String Ensemble • Youth Wind Band • Chamber Winds • Rock Band • Theory Classes • Improv Classes Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Network, Scranton. Day, evening classes for men, women, children. Ongoing classes 6 days/week. Covers sport, combat, self-defense aspects of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. For info visit gracie-nepa.com or call 570.347.1107. School of Combat Arts (24 Forrest St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.468.9701, schoolofcombatarts.com) Be a fighter or at least train like one. Open 6 days/week. Classes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, submission grappling, Russian Sambo, Muay Thai kickboxing, boxing, MMA, Ninjutsu. Classes for men, women, kids. Group/ private classes available. $200/6 months (save $130) or MMA for $300/6 months (save $180). First week free. Enrolling kids classes now for $35/month. Southside Senior Center (425 Alder St., Scranton, 570.346.2487)
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into the night. “I may play the ‘Macarena.’ You never know,” he teased. If that’s not enough to entice you to take a walk down memory lane, Lori Prashker-Thomas of Shadow Catcher Photography Ltd., will be on hand to take prom photos. In addition to giving attendees the opportunity to dress up and dance in an environment where they don’t have to be afraid to be themselves, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the NEPA Rainbow Alliance. “The NEPA Rainbow Alliance is the largest nonprofit organization serving the LGBTQ community in Northeastern Pennsylvania,” John Dawe, the executive director of the NEPA Rainbow Alliance, told the Weekender via e-mail. “We advocate, empower and give a voice to the LGBTQ individuals, families and causes.” Want more prom? Not only is
Twist hosting the “We R Who We R” prom June 8, but the prom continues Saturday, June 9 with a 21-plus event from Emanski Sweet. For the second round of prom, Hughes said there will be a contest for best-dressed and a drag show as DJ Chris Emanski spins more prom tunes. A portion of the proceeds from Saturday’s festivities will also benefit the NEPA Rainbow Alliance. Dawe said the NEPA Rainbow Alliance will use any funds raised to sustain its programs, including its program for empowering youth. He added people should go to the prom “to have a fun, safe time, and benefit a great cause all at the same time!” W We R Who We R Prom, Fri., June 8-Sat., June 9, 10 p.m., Twist (1170 Route 315, Plains Twp.). $8. Info: twistbarpa.com
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chool may be out, but for Twist in Plains Twp., prom season is about to arrive and honey, she’s fierce! The local gay bar and club will be hosting two proms in the upcoming weeks, and everyone is invited. In 2010, a Mississippi high school senior, Constance McMillen, was told by her high school that she couldn’t wear a tuxedo or bring her girlfriend to prom. This year, a senior from Hanover Area High School reported an incident involving a teacher videotaping him and his date, a transgender female, at the prom and then showing the video to students in class on Monday. The bullying of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) youth has become a national topic, and the unfortunate suicides of numerous gay teens has put the reality of the challenges these young people face in the spotlight. Nik Hughes, manager at Twist, said the time has come for a different type of prom. “We think of how far we’ve come in life, and you think things have changed, but then you see that these 16 year olds are still dealing with the same things being out that we did by not being out,” he told the Weekender while sitting at one of the many tables in the bar area of Twist. “This will be the prom you wish you had but never could,” he added. Twist kicks off its prom events on Friday, June 8, and the 31 year old said Twist doesn’t care who your date is or what they wear, it just wants you to be yourself. The bar took a poll on its Facebook page to determine the theme of its first prom and with voters choosing Ke$ha’s song, “We R Who We R,” it appears promgoers agree with Hughes. Prom attire isn’t required but “you don’t need to give a drag queen an excuse to wear a gown,” Hughes joked. The Wilkes-Barre resident, who will be DJing the event on June 8, said no one needs to have any inhibitions and suggests you come check out what it’s all about. The prom king and queen, Jared Swank and Selena Echo Leyc respectively, will be in attendance, and Hughes will be playing prom-esque songs late
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AGENDA, FROM PAGE 35 • Language Partnership English & Spanish Classes: Fri., 10 a.m. Free, open to all. For info, call 346.0759. St. Joseph’s School classes (1627 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.963.0500): • Traditional Weapons Class: Thurs., 7-9 p.m. Self-defense techniques using cane, club, short stick, wooden sword, escrima sticks, more. Learn history principles, practical use. No prior martial arts experience. $10/ class. • Women’s Self-Defense Class: Sat., 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Self-defense techniques to protect from variety of attacks. No prior martial arts experience. Wear loose fitting clothes. $10/class. World Class Boxing (239 Schuyler Ave., Kingston, www.wcbboxing.net, 570.262.0061) • Boxing & Kickboxing Fitness Bootcamp: Mon.-Sat. non-contact program Programs include Kids & Teen Boxing programs, striking for MMA & competition training, women’s-only kickboxing Boot Camp, Zumba, more. Wyoming Valley Art League • Painting with Irina Krawitz: $15/ hour, $120/4-weeks. Call 570.793.3992 for info.
MIND AND BODY 2&4 Hand Drumming Circle Freestyle drum circle, every second/ fourth Sat., any time between 1-4 p.m., Everything Natural (426 S. State St., Clarks Summit). All ages, newcomers, old timers welcome. Hand drums, percussion provided. Free, no pressure.
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Absolute Pilates with Leslie (263 Carbondale Rd., Clarks Summit, www.pilateswithleslie.com) • Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 a.m. Private training on Cadillac, Reformer and Wunda Chair, along with Pilates mat classes, stability ball core classes, more. Check website for updates. • Mon., Wed.: Nia Technique, 5:30 p.m. • Nia Technique Workshop: June 16, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Jim Thorpe Arts in Motion (434 Center St., Jim Thorpe). $15. To register, visit jtartsinmotion.com/Classes/Nia-Technique or call 570.483.8640. Arts YOUniverse (47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.970.2787, www.artsyouniverse.com) ❏ Studio J, 2nd floor • Meditation in tradition of Gurdjieff, Ospensky: Sun., 12-1 p.m., $5 • Children’s Meditation: Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Ages 9-14, $5
15-20 min. • Monthly astrology workshop with Holly Avila: first Sun., $45. Call.
Welles St., Forty Fort). $40/month. For info, call 570.287.4290 or visit htkdi.com.
Goshin Jitsu Martial Arts Classes Every month at Golightley’s Martial Arts (Mark Plaza Shopping Center, Rt. 11, Edwardsville). Focus on cardio, stretching, defense, stamina, more. Self defense, cardio, karate aerobics also available. $75/ month. Call 570.814.3293 for info.
Leverage Fitness Studio (900 Rutter Ave., Forty Fort, 570.338.2386, www.leveragetrainingstudio.com) • Morning Wake-Up Workout: Full body metabolic, Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-7:45 a.m. • Primal Scream Classes: Tues., Thurs. 7-8 p.m. • Inferno: High Intensity Interval Training: Sat., 10 a.m. All classes free to members, $10 non-members.
Haifa Belly Dance (Haifabellydance.com, 570.836.7399) • Mon., 5:15 p.m., Serenity Wellness & Dance Center (135 Main St., Luzerne) • Wed., 6 p.m., Holistic Health Center (Route 6, Tunkhannock) Student affairs A graduate exhibition will be on display at Marywood University’s Mahady Gallery (2300 Adams Ave., Scranton) until Friday, June 15. The exhibit will feature the work of Master of Fine Arts candidates John Kolbek (painting) and Kelly Ufkin (painting) and Master of Arts candidates Sarrah F. Dibble (art education), Niko J. Kallianiotis (photography) and Georgia Test (ceramics). The gallery’s summer hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For more info, call 570.348.6211 ext. 2428 or visit marywood.edu/galleries. • Tarot Card Readings, by appointment. $20 first half hour, $10 additional half hours. Awakenings Yoga (570.472.3272) • PrivateYoga Instruction w/ certified senior Instructor of Himalayan Institute. 24 years experience. Learn secrets of Himalayan Masters. Lessons include asana, pranayama, meditation, relaxation, ayruveda, holistic nutrition, tantra. $75/session Balance Yoga and Wellness (900 Rutter Ave., 2nd floor, Kingston, 570.714.2777, balanceyogastudio.net, balanceyogawellness@gmail.com) • Pole Fitness: Fri., level one 5:30 p.m.; level two 7 p.m. Sat., level one-two, 1:30 p.m.; level three-four, 3 p.m. Bellas Yoga Studio (650 Boulevard Ave., Dickson City, 570.307.5000, www.bellasyoga.com, info@bellasyoga.com) All workshops $15, pre-registration suggested. • Sun. Class: 10-11:15 a.m. Features Alternating Vinyasa style yoga w/ yoga fusion. Club Fit (1 West Broad St., Hazleton, 570.497.4700, www.clubfithazleton.com) • Boxing classes w/ Rich Pastorella (pastorella.net26.net). Mon., 7-8 p.m. $40/month.
Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock (60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock: 570.996.1500) • Yoga for You: Wed., 10-11:15 a.m. Series 2, June 6, 13, 20, 27; series 3, July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8, 15; series 4, Aug. 22, 29, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26. $60/6 classes, $15/single class. Bring mat or towel. Call to register. • Kundalini Yoga: June 9, 30, July 28, Aug. 11, 10-11:30 a.m., Tunkhannock’s Riverside Park. Ages 16+. $15/class. Call to register. Egyptian Belly Dance Classes with Dianna Shahein. Call 570.343.2033 for various times/ locations. Private/group classes available. Endless Mt. Zendo (104 Hollow Rd., Stillwater, 570.925.5077, www.endlessmountainzendo.org, endless@epix.net) • June Sesshin: June 15-23. Begins 6 p.m. opening night w/supper, ends by 10 a.m. w/informal breakfast last Sat. Goddess Creations Shop & Gallery (214 Depot St., Clarks Summit, 570.575.8649, info@goddesscreations.net) • Tarot Card Readings by Rev. Whitney Mulqueen by appointment. Call. • Tarot Readings: Thurs., 6-9:30 p.m. at Montrose Inn, Restaurant & Tavern (26 S. Main St., Montrose). $25 for
Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 718.0673) • Cardio Kickboxing: Wed., 7-8 p.m.; Sat., 9-10 a.m. $5/class. Call for info. • Hoop Fitness Techniques: Mon., 7:30-8:30 p.m. $5/class. Call for info. Hoop Fitness Classes (whirligighoopers.com) • Beginner/Intermediate: Mon., 7:30 p.m., Harris Conservatory (545 Charles St., Luzerne). $5. Call 718.0673 to reserve. • Beginner/Intermediate: Thurs., 5:30 p.m., Studio 32 (32 Forrest St., Wilkes-Barre) $5. Inner Harmony Wellness Center (Mercy Hospital General Services Bldg., 743 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, 570.346.4621, www.innerharmonywellness.com, peteramato@aol.com) • Meditation Technique Workshops: Wed., 6:30 p.m. $15/session. Goal setting/stress reduction, more. Call for info/reservation. Jeet Kune Do Fighting Concepts Teaches theories of movement in Martial Arts. $100/month. Call instructor Mike DiMeglio for info, 570.371.8898. Jim Thorpe Arts in Motion (434 Center St., Jim Thorpe, 570.483.8640, jtartsinmotion.com) • Friday Night Drop-in Class for Chair Yoga, Guided Meditation, Spirit Connections: $8/class, $15/all three. Elemental Alchemist AnneMarie Balog, Level II Lakshmi Voelker Chair Yoga instructor. Private/group meditation sessions, reiki treatments, classes, yoga sessions, tarot readings/parties, divination consultations. Contact 570.881.2399, shantispirit23@live.com. Info: jtartsinmotion.com/Classes/elementalalchemist Kwon Kodo Lessons: Learn self-defense system that combines Korean Martial Arts such as Hapkido, Taekwondo & Kuk Sool. Lessons held at Hapkido Taekwondo Institute (150
Meditation/Yoga classes at Spectrum Health & Racquet Club (151 Terrace Dr., Eynon). Meditation: Fri., 7-8 p.m. Yoga: Sat., 9:45-10:45 a.m. $5 each class, bring mat. Call 570.383.3223 for info. Melt Hot Yoga (#16 Gateway Shopping Center, Edwardsville, 570.287.3400, melthotyogastudio.com) • Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m., 5:30 p.m. (90 minutes) • Tues., Thurs., 4 p.m. (one hour) • Sat., Sun., 9 a.m., 3 p.m. (90 minutes) Motivations Fitness Center (112 Prospect St., Dunmore. 570.341.7665) • Sandstorm Fitness with Rachel “Kali” Dare: Learn various techniques and shed pounds. Call for info. NutriFitness Boot Camp (311 Market St., Kingston, 570.288.2409) • Free week of Boot Camp for new members: Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m., 5:30 p.m. • Wirred: Mon., Wed., 6:45 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. $5. • Yoga: Thurs. 7 p.m. $10. • Tang Soo Do Karate Classes: Mon., Wed., 6:45 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. Call to register. Odyssey Fitness (401 Coal St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.829.2661, odysseyfitnesscenter.com) • Yoga Classes: Sun., 12:30 p.m.; Mon., 7:15 a.m.; Tues., 7 a.m., 5 p.m.; Wed., 8 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Thurs., 6:30 p.m.; Sat., 10:30 a.m. All levels welcome. • ZumbAtomic: Lil Starz, ages 4-7: 5:30 p.m.; Big Starz, ages 8-12: 6:15 p.m. Open Your Eyes To Dream (143 W. Main St., Bloomsburg, 570.239.7520, www.oyetd.com) ❏ Open-Eyed Yoga. Call 394.2251 or go online for current updates/cancellations. E-mail: yoga@oyetd.com • Beginner Vinyasa: Mon., 5:30-6:30 p.m. • Level II Vinyasa: Mon., 7-8:30 p.m.
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Sheri Pilates Studio (703 Market St., Kingston, 570.331.0531) • Beginner mat class: Tues., 5 p.m. $50/10 classes. • Equipment classes on reformer and tower: $150/10 classes. • Private training available on reformer, cadillac, stability chair, ladder barrel, cardiolates on rebounder. Call studio for additional mat class/ equipment class schedule, all classes taught by certified instructors. Spine & SportCare (Old Forge, 570.451.1122) • Pilates Mat Classes: Mon. 9:30 a.m.; Wed. noon; Thurs. 5:30 p.m.; Yoga Flow: Tues. 5:30 p.m. $10/class, $45/5 classes. • Small Group Personal Training: Personalized program changes w/ every session, similar to P90X crossfit. All levels, call for details. Studio Brick (118 Walnut St., Danville, 570.275.3240) • All Levels Yoga: Wed. (ongoing), 10-11 a.m. Symmetry Studio (206 N. Main Avenue, 3rd Floor, Scranton, 570.290.7242) • Mon.: Gentle Yoga 5:30 p.m.; Core Yoga 6:30 p.m. • Tues.: Beginners Yoga 5 p.m.; Yoga Strength and Flexibility 6 p.m.; Cardio Kickboxing 7:30 p.m. • Wed.: Slow Flow 5:30 p.m.; Core Yoga 6:30 p.m. • Thurs.: All Levels Vinyasa 5:30 p.m.; Cardio Kickboxing 7:30 p.m. • Fri.: Community Ballroom (call for registration details) • Sat.: Prenatal Yoga 9:30 a.m.; Essential Yoga All Levels 11 a.m. • Sun.: Slow Flow 11 a.m. Tarot Readings every Sun., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Shambala, Scranton, located at Mall At Steamtown, first floor outside Bonton. By Whitney Mulqueen. Walk-ins welcome. Info: 570.575.8649, 344.4385, find Shambala on Facebook. Thetravelingyogi@yahoo.com Individual attention for physical/spiritual advancement. All levels welcome. Call 570.709.2406 for info. Classes held at The Studio at 32 (32 Forrest St., Wilkes-Barre) Sat., 10:30 a.m.-noon.
Waering Stained Glass Studio (336 N. Washington St., WilkesBarre). • Tarot Card Readings: $50/first half hour, $10 additional. Appointment only. Call 570.417.5020. White Dragon Internal Strength Chi Kung (330 Sandra Dr., Jefferson Twp & Scranton, 570.906.9771) Tai chi, yoga, meditation, chi kung, white lotus, pai lum, flowing water, inner tiger. Beginnersadvanced. Mon.-Fri., open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Private and group. Any ages. Wilkes-Barre YMCA events (570.823.2191) • Zumbatomic: Sat., 1 p.m. $16/8 week session for YMCA members, $20/non-members. Designed for ages 7-12, now offering parent class. Preregistration required. • Camp Kresge: Father/Son: Session 2, June 15-17, 5 p.m., check in, 11 a.m., departure YMCA Kresge. Download registration form at campkresge.com, send to Camp Registrar, Rose Warner, Family YMCA of Easton, Phillipsburg and Vicinity, 1225 West Lafayette St., Easton, PA, 18042. Info: 570.823.2191 ext. 152, mcelhinney@wbymca.org. The Yoga Studio (210 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, 570.301.7544) • Yoga: Mon., 9:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Wed., 10:30 a.m.; Thurs., 9:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Sat., 10:30 a.m. • Zumba: Tues., 5:30 p.m.; Wed. 9 a.m., 7 p.m.; Fri., 5:30 p.m. YMCA of Greater Pittston (10 N Main St, Pittston, 570.655.2255 ext. 104, mlabagh@greaterpittstonymca.org) • Early Tikes Gymnastics: Wed., 9-9:30 a.m. $30. • Just 3’s: Wed., 9:45-10:15 a.m. $30. • Twinkie Fitness: Thurs., 5:15-6 p.m., $30. Age 4. • Beginner Gymnastics: Young beginner (ages 5-7), Sat., 9-9:45 a.m.; beginner (ages 7+), Sat., 10-10:45 a.m.; intermediate (ages 10+), Sat., 11 a.m.noon. $40/member, $30/family member, $55/non-members. Zumba Fitness Classes • Mon./Wed., 5:15 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m., at TLC Fitness Center (bottom of Morgan Hwy., Scranton). $5/class. Call 570.558.7293 for info. • Adult classes held at Fitwize 4 Kids Tues./Thurs., 7:15, Sun., 11 a.m. on Keyser Ave. across from Keyser Oak Shopping Center Call 348.9383 for info.
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Lacawac Sanctuary (94 Sanctuary Rd., Lake Ariel, 570.689.9494, director@lacawac.org) ❏ Music in the Forest Series: • Burden on Society: June 23 Lackawanna Audubon Society • Nature walk through Rickett’s Glen and Splash Dam area: June 9, 9 a.m. Meet at park office off of Rte. 487. Breakfast Trail’s Inn Restaurant, 8 a.m. Info: 570.759.1322 • Bird walk on Dr. Doug Sheldon’s property in Susquehanna County: June 16, 9 a.m. Take 81 North to Exit 211 Lenox, meet in parking lot of Bingham’s Restaurant. Breakfast,
meet restaurant 7:45 a.m. Info: 570.254.9895 Lackawanna Heritage Valley (LHVA.org) • Heritage Explorer Bike Tour and Festival: June 16, Mellow Park, Peckville. Festival 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Lackawanna River Corridor Assoc. (570.347.6311, www.lrca.org) • RiverFest 2012: June 9. Lackawanna River Regatta, launch time 3 p.m. Registration/pre-registration required, no fee. For form, visit website. Day-of reg., 1:30-2:30 p.m., LRCA Information Tent. National Trails Day Events: • National Trails Day/National Get Outdoors Day Walk: June 9, 9 a.m., meet Lupine Trailhead, Nescopeck State Park. Call 570.403.2006 for info. • Greater Hazleton Rail Trail Hike & Bike: June 9, 11 a.m., meet at Trailhead just off intersection Rt. 93, 424, Hazleton. 8-mile bike ride, 2- mile hike. Free picnic, festival 12:30 p.m. For info, call 570.455.1509. Nescopeck State Park (1137 Honey Hole Rd., Drums, 570.403.2006) All events free, unless noted otherwise. Reservations required. • National Get Outdoors Day Hike: June 9, 9-10 a.m. Easy one-mile hike. Part of Keystone Active Passport Program. Registration required. • Whip-poor-wills: June 9, 8-9 p.m. Meet at park offices, carpool to location. Listen to bird calls. Flashlights recommended. In conjunction with the Greater Wyoming Valley Audubon Society. Registration required. • Morning Bird Walk: June 16, 8-10 a.m. Dress accordingly. Binoculars recommended. Registration required. Scranton Ghost Walk (ScrantonGhostTours.com, 570.383.1821) • Daily, 90-minute tours, usually 7:30 p.m., 9 p.m. $20/adults, $15/ under 11. Rain or shine. Reservations required. Secret meeting place divulged upon reservation. Daytime walks available on limited basis. Call to reserve. Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour 11 a.m.-6 p.m., $14/regular, $13/senior, $10/12 and under. Celebrating 50th year on the lake with daily one-hour cruises. Info: 570.226.3293, wallenpaupackboattour.com.
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American Wicca & The Garb Wench (americanwicca.org) • Tarot Readings by High Priest Thane Amdor: By appointment Tues., Thurs., Sat. Bring friend, get free reading. To schedule, call 570.793.4095 Food Addicts Anonymous Meetings (St. Vincent DePaul Church, Scranton: 570.344.7866) Meetings every Fri. night, 8 p.m. Monroe County Garden Club • Looking for gardens to feature in 2013 Garden Tour. Stroudsburg/East Stroudsburg area, gardens will be evaluated in June. Contact Sheila Bortree at 570.629.0279 for info. Myasthenia Gravis Support Group • June 9, 11 a.m. Charles Luger Outpatient Center, Allied Services (475 Morgan Highway, Scranton). Info: 570.687.6009 Nar-Anon Family Group Meetings Sun. 7 p.m. Clear Brook Bldg. (rear), Forty Fort; Wed., 7 p.m. United Methodist Church, Mountaintop. 570.288.9892. NEPA BlogCon (nepablogcon.com) • Launch Party: June 22, 5-7 p.m., The River Grille (570 N. River St., Plains) Free admission. The NEPA Rainbow Alliance (www.gaynepa.com) • As part of the NEPA SafeZone Project, NEPA RA is creating an “It Gets Better” video. Video features local representatives from the LGBT community, allies and more offering words of encouragement. To be a sponsor, e-mail itgetsbetter@gaynepa.com; to be in the video, visit gaynepa.com for details/application. • NEPA PrideFest Pageant: July 8, The Colonnade (401 Jefferson Ave., Scranton). Pride of NEPA meetings the second Tues. of each month. Visit prideofnepa.org for details. W - compiled by Alexa Cholewa, Weekender Intern Send your listings to weekender@theweekender.com, 90 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703 or fax to 570.831.7375
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enny Corby of Clarks Summit defines “a sharpdressed man.” With his polished look and attention to accessories this entertainer and magician could give a tip or two to the man struggling to find his style. The Weekender caught up with Corby to try and learn a little more about his magical touch. Favorite accessory: Watches. Fashion pet peeve: Jorts, aka jean shorts — unless it’s a cute girl in Daisy Dukes, then fair game! One item you would never part with: Louis Vuitton wallet. WEEKENDER: How would you describe your look? CORBY: A pretty classy/classic look. I have a lot of Polo and Lacoste for tops and Sevens, Diesel, and True Religion for bottoms. WEEKENDER: How would you describe the perfect ensemble? CORBY: Something that fits well
for the day time and can easily add something like a jacket/blazer and make it fit for a nice night out! WEEKENDER: What’s your favorite casual outfit? CORBY: Pair of jeans, button-up Polo shirt and nice pair of shoes. WEEKENDER: What is one item you have kept in your collection that might surprise people? CORBY: Old Ed Hardy I used to wear. I just got rid of them. WEEKENDER: Any looks that you tried to go for that failed? CORBY: The rocker Affliction look. WEEKENDER: Who do you think is the best-dressed celebrity, either living or dead? CORBY: Pitbull, no matter where the show or just rehearsing, he is always dressed very well! WEEKENDER: How did your parents dress you as a child? CORBY: They dressed me up a lot same thing like Polo, but I was very active so gym shorts and Nike shirts.
o you WEEKENDER: What look do wish would come back? CORBY: People dressing up and d wearing suits more often. Back to the ’40s and ’50s. WEEKENDER: When do you u feel you look the best? CORBY: In a suit. WEEKENDER: What clothing g item do you own the most of? ? CORBY: It’s a mix of Polo shirts, ts, white undershirts and black socks. WEEKENDER: What fashion n advice would you give to our male readers? CORBY: Take the time to try onn the clothes before you buy them, and make sure they fit well. When in doubt orr just because, ask the girls at the store you are in their opinion of the item on you or the whole outfit you’re looking to purchase. What you may think doesn’t look good may actually look great — you’re just not used to it. W
To learn more about Denny, visit dennycorby.com Photos by Rachel A. Pugh
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June 22, 23, 24, 2012 Celebrate the beauty, splendor, and cultural significance of a regional treasure, the Susquehanna River The Wilkes-Barre Riverfront Parks Committee Presents RiverFest 2012
• Friday, June 22nd - Kick-off the Festival on Friday evening! Register for a short paddle from West Pittston to Wilkes-Barre or Join us at the Millennium Circle Portal, Wilkes-Barre River Common as we “Awaken the Dragon” in preparation for Dragon Boat training and racing throughout the weekend. Free Family Fishing, Children’s Mural, Live Music, and Dragon Boats on Display! RiverFest Concert on the Common - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Live Music 5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm
Three Imaginary Boys RiverFest Opening Ceremonies - Awakening of the Dragons Tribes 7:45pm George Wesley
• Saturday, June 23rd - Join the Festival at Nesbitt Park for an afternoon of Fun and Activities for All Ages! 12:00pm to 5:00pm Live Music performed by Don Shappelle and the Pickups Live Mammals Program (1:30pm) Live Birds of Prey Program (3:30pm) Guided Nature Hikes Environmental Exhibits
Children’s Nature Crafts Face Painting Magician Make a Fish Print T-Shirt Kids Tree Climb Children’s Field Games
Pony Rides Moon Bounce Kayaking Demos Dunk Tank Dragon Boat Team Training
Car Show and Concert on the River Common - Millennium Circle Portal,
Wilkes-Barre River Common 6:00pm to 9:00pm Explore the Classic & Antique Car show presented by NEPA Region Antique Automobile Club of America. Enjoy hits of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s performed live by Flash Back. Check out the Chevy Volt, a plug-in electric and gas car presented by Bonner Chevrolet.
• Sunday, June 24, 2012 - Dragon Boat Racing on the
Susquehanna 10:00am to 3:00pm Join us on the Wilkes-Barre River Common
to watch as Dragon Boat Teams Race on the Susquehanna River. WKRZ will be broadcasting live and calling the races on the Common. Root for your favorite team to win! Enjoy a day along the River.
Photo by M. Burnside
SUNDAY JUNE 24 Dragon Boat Racing 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM KRZ providing music and calling the races
SOJOURN ON THE RIVER
• Friday, June 22, 4-7pm - West Pittston to Wilkes-Barre • Saturday, June 23, 8am-2pm - Harding to Wilkes-Barre • Sunday, June 24, 8am-2pm Wilkes-Barre to Hunlock Creek
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Mandatory safety training will be given to all participants before the launch by the Outfitters.
Photo by M. Burnside
For More Information and Directions to the Park: Penn State Cooperative Extension 570-825-1701 or 602-0600 Visit www.riverfrontparks.org
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'Walking Dead' shambles to consoles
‘The Walking Dead’ takes a bite out of the video-game world.
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ince I have been hearing all of these news stories recently about the oncoming zombie apocalypse, I thought it would be fitting to review “The Walking Dead” game. Unless you have lived in a fallout shelter for the past two seasons, you have probably heard of the wildly popular comic book and AMC television series “The Walking Dead.” Zombie movies have been done to death since the ’60s. Their first real bite into mainstream came with George A. Romero’s classic film “The Night of the Living Dead” and over the past couple of years, zombies have shambled their way into every aspect of pop culture. The new “Walking Dead” game is episode one of a fivepart series created by Telltale Games. Available for the PS3, Xbox 360 and PC as a downloadable title. The game is an action-adventure with RPG elements focusing on characters that are forced to survive among the living dead. “The Walking Dead” is a beautifully drawn point-and-click adventure game, Episode 1: A New Day is the first of five episodes. Even though this game is a bit short, lasting about four hours, it is really stylish and
enthralling. The story of this game is about a convict named Lee Everett, who has been given a second chance at life in a world overrun by the undead. Along the course of the story Lee meets several characters from the comics and TV show along the way, however, his story is meant to be about a new group of survivors. Early on, Lee meets a young girl named Clementine; this hardened criminal shows a softer side by befriending her and promising to take care of her until they can find her parents. Lee’s relationship with Clementine becomes very caring; even though he isn’t her father, he begins to love her like his own daughter. If you’re craving a run-andgun action packed ride, this isn’t the game you are looking for. Just like the show, it is very
character-driven. This is a deeply personal and emotional experience, and that’s why it feels just like the franchise. Don’t get me wrong, the game has a bunch of action sequences, but you’ll spend the majority of your time making decisions and living with the consequences. That is the thing that makes the game so interesting. Someone will ask you a question, and you’ll have a limited amount of time to pick one of four responses. Whatever you decide will impact the whole story. Not only will it change the way everyone will perceive you, but it will change everything that happens not only in this game, but all of the other episodes that will be coming out. Not everything in the game is emotional — you do get to kill zombies after all. You navigate Lee with one joystick and then move an on-screen reticule with the other. There are several objects in each level that can be interacted with and whenever you encounter a zombie, it is a frantic mix of button presses and quick-time events. It is actually quite scary because if you mess up the consequences can be dire. For the most part, the game handles pretty well. Sometimes there are hiccups in sound and some of the puzzles are just silly, but I don’t think it takes away from the experience too much. I think this game is a fantastic start to a series, and I really can’t wait to see what the story holds for Lee and his crew. For a $5 download, you really can’t go wrong especially if you’re a fan of the TV series or comic book. If you can’t get enough of “The Walking Dead” series, don’t eat someone’s face: Download this game and get your zombie game on. W Robbie Vanderveken is the digital operations specialist at The Times Leader. E-mail him at rvanderveken @timesleader.com.
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he divorce is final today. As you read this, one of the longer relationships in my life will be h-i-s-t-o-r-y. For a change, it’s my doing. For another change, it’s no one’s fault. It’s just that it is time. Maybe past time. Eleven years is time enough to get to know each other. I can sense when something is wrong. We’ve had our ups and downs, she and I, but I have to say it’s the good times that I will take with me. When she was good, she was very, very good and, well, you know the rest. I am reminded of a song (most things in my life have a song attached to them, don’t yours?), and I will quote from “No Regrets” by Tom Rush: “I know your leavin’s too long over due/ For far too long I’ve had nothing new to show to you. “Goodbye dry eyes I watched your plane fade off west of the moon/ It felt so strange to walk away alone. “No regrets/ No tears goodbye/ Don’t want you back/ We’d only cry again/ Say goodbye again.” The long-suffering wife agrees that it is time to part with her. She sees me spending less time with her and not enjoying her company as much as I once did. The LSW has in the past prevented me from giving her up, but now both she and I know the time has come. After all, I have children
The long-suffering wife agrees that it is time to part with her. She sees me spending less time with her and not enjoying her company as much as I once did. her age. The time to turn her over to someone who will keep her with tender loving care, let her run wild and free in the summer breeze and romp over the highways and byways that she loves is now. I will turn her over in exchange for my 30 pieces of silver, but I won’t feel I have betrayed my little heartbreaker. She is on to another adventure with a younger man, and I wish her well. Is it odd to fall in, and then out, of love? Adios, MGB. W Reach Jim at jmrising@comcast.net. Even more rants are on his blog at jamesrising.com.
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PIZZA WITH POP Poppy’s Pizza Kitchen is now open in the former Rodano’s Pizza (219 N. Memorial Highway, Dallas). Naturally, pizza is one of the new takeout/delivery joint’s big draws, and Poppy’s offers four different styles: Original round, micro-thin shell, Sicilian square and double-crusted square. Round pies come in 10, 14, 16 and 22 inches, while square is available in six or 12-cut increments, both with a bevy of topping options. Signature pizzas include the American Pie, a blend of American cheese with sauce and spices, the fresh basil Margherita, shrimp scampi and Hawaiian. But if you’re not feeling like pizza, Poppy’s also has sandwiches, strombolis, calzones and salads — the chicken fruit salad with grilled chicken, apples, pears, mandarin oranges, Craisins, candied walnuts and Swiss cheese caught my eye — plus a delightful little section called “kitchen delicacies,” where you’ll find garlic or pepperoni knots, pizza fritta, peanut butter and jelly bites, Nutella bites or strawberry bites. Plus, all summer long, Poppy’s will have an outdoor barbecue Friday-Sunday featuring ribs, chicken and salads for takeout or delivery as well. For more info, visit poppyspizzakitchen.com or call 570.674.4400. You can also fax an order to 674.4403.
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Broadway Grille & Pub’s delectable vegetable curry. “When I was looking to open the deli, this was a great way to tie the two together,” he told The Times Leader last week. Full of a mix of his own memorabilia and that of his friends and coworkers, The Home Run Deli offers daily sandwich specials and a full menu. It is open Monday-Friday from 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For more info, call 570.235.1390. THE GREAT EAT WAY When my mom and I headed to Jim Thorpe to see The The Band Band perform at the Mauch Chunk Opera House Friday, we made sure we had ample time to enjoy the many charms of the “Switzerland of America.” Among our plan was to dine at one of the fantastic restaurants downtown, and the Broadway Grille & Pub inside the Inn at Jim Thorpe (24 Broadway) did not disappoint. It’d been some time since we ventured to this cute little town, so we were surprised at how gorgeous the renovations were to the restaurant space inside the inn. With exposed brick walls that had a cutaway to view the well-stocked bar area below and intimate atmosphere, we knew we were in for a treat the moment we sat down. We started by splitting the
Broadway salad, a blend of greens topped with Kalamata olives, tomatoes, toasted sunflower seeds and beets with cranberry herb vinaigrette. It was truly a revelation, one that actually made me want to eat beets, by the way. Ever a creature of habit, Mom went with the wild-mushroom chicken Marsala, which she cited was among the best she’s tried of her favorite dish. I went totally left of center for myself and chose vegetable curry, which featured butternut squash, sweet potatoes and chickpeas cooked in coconut milk and a mild blend of curry spices atop rice. To say it was incredible wouldn’t do it justice. It was creamy, flavorful and one of the best dinners I’ve had in a really long time. So much that I couldn’t stop putting my fork down to rave about it — and I will continue to do so until I return to get it again. And I must give props to the wonderful staff, who were attentive and friendly from the get go, which, sadly, isn’t too often the case these days. I encourage anyone to take a daytrip to Jim Thorpe. Enjoy its quaint little shops, take a tour of the Packer Mansion and be sure to dine at Broadway Grille & Pub. You’ll thank me (and maybe take me along when you go back for seconds). Visit broadwaygrillepub.com to learn more. W
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Liberty Violence in action on the rink.
Radicals roll with the punches By Nikki M. Mascali Weekender Editor
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The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Roller Radicals. number 1200, as in high noon. “I was like, ‘Done! I’ll just go to practice, and you people can come up with my persona,’” she recalled, laughing, before adding that her persona is still her. “But with derby, you get to be kind of a little bit more of an exaggerated version of yourself,” she explained. “I’m not a wuss off the track, but Liberty Violence, she can take some blows and give some blows. Alana, she’s like, ‘You know what? I’m not going to start anything, you’re cool.’” The Radicals hope to soon become part of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA), the international governing body of roller derby. WFTDA also educates participants on the rules of the sport, provides tips and helps leagues connect with each other. This season, the Radicals expanded its playing field and had its furthest bout to date in Akron, Ohio, in March. It’ll continue to play teams from Upstate New York, New Jersey, Long Island, N.Y. and other points within
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Roller Radicals vs. Brandywine Roller Girls, Sun., June 10, 6:30 p.m., Skateaway (610 Blackman St., Wilkes-Barre). $8 advance via brownpapertickets.com or players; $10 at door. Info: facebook.com/rollerradicals
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few years back, it looked like roller derby was all the rage here in NEPA. But to many, the frenzy seemingly rolled out just as quickly as it rolled in. Not so to the ladies of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Roller Radicals who have been skating strong since September 2009 and boasts a roster of 25-30 girls that stretches from Harveys Lake to Stroudsburg. “There was derby in the area prior to the Radicals, but as was, I guess, the usual case around that time, derby was still just getting off its feet, and there were just kinks that needed to be worked out,” said Alana De Luca of Edwardsville, the team’s president and head coach. “And that’s how the Radicals came about. We are the only local Northeastern Pennsylvania team.” The Radicals will host a home bout with the Brandywine Roller Girls Sunday, June 10 at 6:30 p.m. at Skateaway Roller Rink in Wilkes-Barre, and though De Luca coaches and presides, she still gets down and dirty on the rink. “First and foremost, I’m always a skater, and that’s what I’ll tell anybody,” she stated. De Luca’s derby alter ego is Liberty Violence, a name suggestion from her brother, and her mother proposed sticking with the Western theme to choose
Pennsylvania. “This season, we thought, ‘Let’s see who’s out there,’” De Luca said. “It’s always a crazy time when the Radicals roll into town.” De Luca joined her first derby team in Connecticut, the closest team to where she lived in New York. Though she’d always played sports growing up, that stopped once she got to college. “Instead of gaining the Freshman 15, I gained the Freshman 45 — and kept gaining,” she said. “Once I graduated and moved back home, I was pretty heavy; I tapped out at probably 330 pounds.” She decided to make one final effort to get fit and ended up dropping 100 pounds. “I wanted to find something to keep myself in shape,” she said. “Working out can get kind of boring, so I went into work (at Hot Topic), and I found a derby flyer and thought that it was cool.” De Luca moved to NEPA in the fall of 2009 for work and now being teamless “was one of the biggest bummers because derby had become such a big part of my life.” A few months later, De Luca got wind of the Radicals from a coworker and promptly signed up. “Honestly, it was the best decision I ever made.” W
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sign language By Caeriel Crestin
Weekender Correspondent
GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) Ready for launch, captain? Oops, you look surprised; didn’t you realize your scheduled blastoff is today? It’s now too late to properly calculate the trajectory of your emotional rockets, but you can prepare in other ways. For example, research possible places to crash land and take stock of your inventory of practicality, flexibility and resourcefulness. Last-minute takeoffs are scary, but I predict reasonable preparations on your part this week will make you more than ready — read, extremely likely — to find and explore a lush, undiscovered land you’ve heretofore only dreamed about and which you’d never have found without this “happy accident.” CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22) Lately people have been looking at you as they would at something that’s usually dangerous but has been rendered harmless, like a defanged cobra, a stinkless skunk, a dismantled nuclear warhead or perhaps a declawed crab. When deprived of a sense, people tend to become powerfully aware of their remaining senses, helping them to compensate and often revealing hidden talents. In your case, it’s your potential for causing harm that’s been temporarily disarmed; however, that means you can now plumb the until-now-unknown depths of your ability to instigate peace, stimulate joy and radiate harmony.
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LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) I dreamt you started a band called The Unstoppables, symbolic of your ability to accomplish virtually anything you set your mind to, even achieve long-term success in a fickle and unfriendly corporatized music industry. You had the power to pull together a substantial and loyal fan base, get along fabulously with your diverse bandmates and make a decent living off your music. It was your mission. Is there anything in your life that you can identify as your purpose? Practice saying it: “(Blank) is the reason I was put on this planet, and nothing can derail me from doing it.” VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22) I’m bored with magicians who pull doves, rabbits or tigers out of their hats. If you’ve been perpetuating this kind of un-amazing cliche, shame on you, Virgo. Maybe you could pull something more useful out of it, like a cure for cancer, a cheap, renewable energy source or a portable time machine. If you’re wasting your ability to perform real miracles on paltry sleight-of-hand tricks, stop! I’m warning you, if you don’t exercise those stiff and unused muscles and perform at least one minor miracle this week, your
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candidacy for sainthood (or martyrdom, really) could be called into question. Use it or lose it, baby. LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22) Egyptian pharaohs built pyramids as gravestones. These represented their earthly power and wealth, a tangible symbol of the pharaoh’s importance. They also served as beacons to thieves who knew that these rulers were entombed surrounded by their material fortunes. Eventually some pharaoh wised up and hid his tomb to help prevent his stuff getting stolen after he was dead. It’s a practice I’d recommend for you, Libra — lately you’ve advertised your achievements more effectively than a pyramid could and found most of your worth siphoned right out from beneath you. The next time you do something great, shut up about it, and enjoy more of the rewards. SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21) Barbara Kingsolver writes an essay about her pet hermit crab, who’d periodically retreat into his shell and enter a death-like state, not eating, moving or responding to outside stimuli. Eventually, he’d emerge and go about his hermit-crab business as if nothing had happened. Finally she deduced that although the crab lived vast distances from the ocean, he was responding to the moon’s pull — it was high tide in Tucson again. Your own mysterious withdrawals probably seem as inexplicable to your intimates (and yourself) as a hermit crab’s private motivations. The difference is: You’re a conscious, sentient being, therefore capable of working with your own tidal moods or at least not torturing us with them.
SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21) Ideas have a life of their own. They seek to propagate themselves, to spread, mutate, evolve and grow. Some persist despite frantic efforts to stamp them out. Even those who despise superstitions can still feel compelled to not walk under ladders or step on cracks in the sidewalk, for instance. This is an example of ideas having a life beyond our conscious thought. I say all this to excite you, not to confuse or frighten you. Your own smart brain is ready to pump out ideas that will last for many years, maybe even forever. Make them positive, helpful ones. CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19) Have you ever dreamt that you’re on stage or delivering a presentation and you have no idea what your next line is or who you’re supposed to be? This week you may feel as if you fell backwards into a play you didn’t know you were in. Shoved out in front of the crowd, you probably won’t remember a single line since you never knew any to begin with. But you must admit you’re thrilled to have an audience again, even if you don’t know what the hell you’re doing. Own your stardom, Cap. Your new mantra from this day forward: Everyone wants to see me shine. AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18) A week of run-ins and unlikely confrontations awaits you. You’ll engage in a cutting battle of wits with your most devious, brilliant and challenging adversary. You’ll also need to deflect the poisonous attentions of the sexiest, most wickedly aggressive villain in your life. Besides that, you’ll probably have to lock horns with that old billy goat
who is your most dull, obstinate, conservative influence — and the one you have the most respect for. Be inspired, not daunted. Imagine each foot extended to trip you and hand outstretched to stop you as just another rung on the ladder of your achievement. Be flattered by the attention, not intimidated. Remember, no one would spend this much time and energy opposing you if you didn’t matter. PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20) You’re about the only thing going forward this week. Fierce, hurricane-force winds are lofting furiously pedaling witches on bicycles, transvestite prostitutes tussling with their pimps, three-piece-suited business men and the fat corner hot dog vendor downtown as you head uptown unimpeded. Don’t be distracted. Artfully dodge flying mailboxes, mannequins and manna from heaven. Your goal is all that matters. Get a good grip on it, the only thing that promises to stay rooted and stable in all this chaos. Then and only then can you safely reach out a helping hand to those who need it and pull them into the eye of your storm. ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) Before you call the local exorcist regarding your boss or girlfriend, make sure they’re actually possessed. I mean, isn’t that a little like the pot calling the grass green? You’ve been so unlike yourself this past week that I’m sure at least one friend has noticed. Are you overworked or stressed out? Maybe. But isn’t it more likely that your perpetual quest for true freedom has led you to transcend the restrictions of your own self-definition? In other words, I hope you’ve realized that you’re just an actor playing the part of yourself. The sooner you understand that you also happen to be top understudy for a plethora of other roles, the freer you will be. TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) In the future, we may travel to distant solar systems inside hollowed-out asteroids designed to function like little worlds. For decades, possibly even many generations, humans will live inside these planetoids while they cross galaxies in search of other life or planets to populate. There’s no predicting what people (or their descendants) will be like after decades inside a traveling asteroid. The same thing, however, is true of ourselves — we may begin an action today with no concept of what the future consequences will be. In fact, I predict that any major decisions you make this week will have unforeseeable results. Not good or bad, just surprising. W To contact Caeriel, e-mail sign.language.astrology@gmail.com.
POETIC Anthology Books (515 Center St., Scranton, above Outrageous, 570.341.1443, scranthology@gmail.com) All events free, unless otherwise noted. ❏ Book Groups • Scranton Interplanetary Literary Agency, a classic science fiction discussion group: 2nd Tues., 6:30 p.m. ❏ Writing Groups • Open writers group: Sat., noon led by KK Gordon and Leslee Clapp. Bring piece of original writing to discuss and critique. Barnes & Noble WilkesKing’s Booksellers (7 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.4700) ❏ Events/Book Clubs: • Open Mic Night: last Tues. of every month, 6:30 p.m. • Writer’s Workgroup: Wyoming Valley Wordsmiths: first/third Tues. monthly, 7 p.m. ❏ Children’s Events: • Weekly Sat. morning story time, 11 a.m.-noon. Dietrich Theater (60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock: 570.996.1500) • Writers Group: Thurs., 7-8:30 p.m. 18+. Celebrates all types of writing styles, formats. Join anytime. Free. Call to register. “Green Ridge” Launch Party June 9, 5-8 p.m., Brunetti’s Pizza (1924 Sanderson Ave., Scranton). Written by Margo L. Azzarelli. Free, open to public. Call 570.346.6179. Library Express (2nd Floor, Mall at Steamtown, 570.558.1670, Facebook.com/LibraryExpress) • Scranton Public Library Book Sale: June 8-9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; June 10, 2-4 p.m. Info: 348.3000 Osterhout Library (71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.821.1959) • Socrates Cafe Discussion Group: June 14, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Call to register.
Susquehanna County Historical Society and Free Library Association • Library Lottery 2012: $100 ticket. Each ticket has 50 chances. Prizes $500-$50,000. Ticket application at susqcolibrary.org or county libraries. Drawing July 21. Call 570.278.1881 for info. Tripp House (1011 N. Main Ave., Scranton) • PocoNotes presents “The Faces and Voices of the Blues,” featuring photos by Jim Gavenus and voice of Toby Walker: June 8-10. Photo exhibit Fri.-Sun., noon-4 p.m.; blues workshop, Sat., 2-4 p.m.; performance Sat., 8 p.m., exhibit accompaniment, Sun., noon-4 p.m. Three-day pass: $35 VIP, $25 GA, $10 students/seniors. $5 of tickets benefit Tripp House preservation. Info: poconotes.com, 888.800.POCO. West Pittston Library (200 Exeter Ave., www.wplibrary.org, 570.654.9847) • Book Club: First Tues., 6:45 p.m. Free. Informal discussion of member-
selected books. • Weekly story time for children: Fri., 1 p.m. Free.
VISUAL “67 Women, 67 Counties: Facing Breast Cancer in Pennsylvania” Traveling Photo Exhibit: Opening reception, June 14, 6 p.m., Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. To RSVP, call 800.377.8828 ext. 304. AFA Gallery (514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton: 570.969.1040 or Artistsforart.org) Gallery hours Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 p.m. • Life Drawing sessions: every Mon.,
Dietrich Theatre (downtown Tunkhannock, 570.996.1500) • “Many Expression of Folk Art:” June through Aug., during scheduled movie times or by appointment. Free. Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, PA, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org) Admission $5 adults; $3 students/ seniors; $2 children 6-12; members free. • Titanic: Explore the Legend and 100 Years in History: through June 24. • “BEEyond,” featuring an artistic exploration via the lens of photographer Rose-Lynn Fisher, and “Directing Sunbeams: Beekeeping in Northeast Pennsylvania:” through Sept. 3. Gallery at the Pocono Community Theater (88 S. Courtland St., East Stroudsburg, 570.421.3456. poconocommunitytheater.org) • “Wild About Flowers: through June 17. Front gallery, Andrea Robbins-Rimberg. • “Vacation Time:” through June 17. Back gallery, Penny Ross.
7-9 p.m. Contact ted@tedmichalowski.com for info. • Drawing Socials: Sun., 6-9 p.m. $5 GA, $2 student. • Kevin Dartt & Elisa Freda: Celebrate Works: through June 29. Artspace Gallery (221 Center St., Bloomsburg, 570.784.0737) Gallery Hours: Thurs.-Sat., noon-8 p.m., Sun., noon-5 p.m., or by appointment. • “Vivid Interpretations:” through July 8. Watercolors by Joan Trusty Lentczner, oils by Gail Zambor. Info: artspace-bloomsburg.com ArtWorks Gallery (502 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 570.207.1815, artworksnepa.com) Gallery hours: Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., noon-3 p.m., or by appointment. • William Teitsworth and William Tersteeg: through June 29. Camerawork Gallery (Downstairs in the Marquis Gallery, Laundry Building, 515 Center St., Scranton,
Luzerne County Historical Society Museum (69 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.6244, lchs@epix.net) • “The Wonderful Story of Planters Peanuts:” through Oct. 27. Will be on display for National Convention of the Peanut Pals collector’s club, held in Wilkes-Barre, July. Mahady Gallery (Marywood University, 570.348.6211 x 2428, marywood.edu/galleries.) Summer hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • Graduate Exhibition: through June 15. John Kolbek, Kelly Ufkin, Sarrah F. Dibble, Niko J. Kallianiotis, Georgia Test. Marquis Art & Frame (122 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.0518) Gallery hours Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • “In the Details”-works by Erika Baez, Omar Rodriguez Jr. & Allison Maslow: through July 7. Meeting of the Art Waters (meetingoftheartwaters.com) • An exhibit by seven international photographers through June 30 at T.W. Shoemaker Art (312 Wyoming
New Visions Studio & Gallery (201 Vine St., Scranton, www.newvisionstudio.com, 570.878.3970) Gallery hours: Tues.-Sun., noon-6 p.m. and by appointment. • Sight Specific Exhibit: through June 16. Photography, paintings, carved stone bowls. Info: newvisionsstudio@gmail.com Pauly Friedman Art Gallery (Misericordia University, 570.674.6250, misericordia.edu/art) Gallery Hours: Mon. closed, Tue.Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. • “The Impact and History of Nursing Education in Luzerne County, 1887-2012:” through June 29. Schulman Gallery (2nd floor of LCCC Campus Center, 1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke, www.luzerne.edu/schulmangallery, 570.740.0727) Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Annual Student Show: through June 28. Graphics, paintings, photography, computer graphics, portfolios. Something Special (23 W. Walnut St., Kingston, 570.288.8386) Open Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat., 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. • Watercolor and More: through July 6. Watercolor, graphic, acrylic, photography by John Clark. The Vintage Theater (570.589.0271, www.scrantonsvintagetheater.com) Gallery hours: Wed., 6 p.m.-midnight; Thurs.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. • Steampunk Masquerade Exhibit: July 6-July 28, seeking submissions. E-mail photos of works, brief artist bio, contact info to info@scrantonsvintagetheater.com. Widmann Gallery (Located in King’s College’s Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center between North Franklin and North Main Streets, WilkesBarre, 570.208.5900, ext. 5328) Gallery hours: Mon. through Fri. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. • “Passion,” photography by Teri Moore: through Aug. 3. Artist discussion June 15, 6-8 p.m. W -- compiled by Alexa Cholewa, Weekender Intern Send your listings to: weekender@theweekender.com, 90 E. Market Street Wilkes-Barre PA 18703 or fax to 570.831.7375. Deadline for publication is Mondays at 2 p.m.
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Pages & Places ❏ Cafe Programs (Platform Lounge at Trax in Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, 700 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Happy hour 6 p.m., programs 7 p.m.) • The Gathering Presents Trebbe Johnson: June 14. Author of “The World Is a Waiting Lover: Desire and the Quest for the Beloved” and director of “Vision Arrow.”
Pittston Memorial Library (47 Broad St., 570.654.9565) • Crochet Club: Tues. 10 a.m.-noon, Thurs. 6-7:45 p.m., 12+, registration required. Participants bring their own crochet hook, yarn. Call, stop to register. • Basic Computer Class for Adults: Mon., 10:30 a.m. Call to register. • The Friends Meetings: 4th Thurs. of month, 6:30 p.m. New members always welcome. • Toddler and Preschool Story Time: Call to register. • Wednesday Lego Club: June 6. Wait list, call. • Monday Lego Club: June 11. Wait list, call. • Book Sale: June 14, 2-6 p.m.; June 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • Summer Reading Theme “Dream Big, Read:” June 18-Aug. 13. Sign-up week of June 11. Ages 18 monthsadult. Programs will include reading, science, crafts, family movie nights, prizes, more. • Adult Summer Reading: Between the Covers: Sign up during week of June 11. Adult fiction, non-fiction. Private book sale at end of summer. • Teen Summer Reading: Own the Night: Teens entering grades 6-12. Registration required, June 11-16, call or e-mail pittstonlibrary@yahoo.com. 8-week program, June 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26; Aug. 2, 9, 2 p.m.
Ave., Wyoming). Portion of proceeds benefit North Branch Land Trust and Blue Chip Farms Animal Refuge.
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570.510.5028. www.cameraworkgallery.org, rross233@aol.com) Gallery hours Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • “The Musicians:” through June 30. Collection of past and present musicians.
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“This car was originally my grandparents,’” Faulconer says. “They bought it new in 1969 in Hazleton, then my father took ownership after they died, but he just let it sit covered in a garage. I’ve been restoring it; first the exterior paint and vinyl top, now I’m working on engine upgrades.” W To submit your vehicle, email: mgolubiewski@theweekender.com
car and bike 2nd Annual Christmas in July Motorcycle Run July 22, registration 1 p.m., blessing/bike mount, 2 p.m. Begins Salvation Army (17 S. Pennsylvania Ave, WilkesBarre), ends Konefal’s Grove, Chase. Rain or shine. $20/riders. New toys, monetary donations accepted. 3-8 p.m., food, entertainment, door prizes, kids’ activities, petting zoo, more. Walk-ins: $20/adults, $10/ages 5-10. Proceeds benefit The Salvation Army. Info: 570.824.8741
tainment, music by 9 Platform 9 to follow. Accepting coats, shoes. • Ride for Ruth’s Place: July 21, registration 10 a.m.-noon, details to be set. Benefits Ruth’s Place. Food, entertainment to follow. • Phantom Rider Program: If unable to make it to ride, donate $10 passenger fee and new stuffed animal, which will go to children in need, any left end of season go to Toys For Tots. Send to Gunners 11 Hemlock Dr., Tunkhannock, PA 18657.
6th Annual Stephanie Jallen Motorcycle Run July 8, registration 9:30 a.m., depart noon, St. Barbara Church grounds (28 Memorial St., Exeter). Rain or shine. $15, includes $10 meal ticket. $5 nonriders, food/beverage not included. Music by Iron Cowboy, more; raffles. Vendors welcome, call 570.690.3028. Info: stephaniejallen.org
Hi Lites Motor Club (www.hilitesmotorclub.com, Jack 570.477.2477, John 574.7470). Events feature door prizes, food, music, 50/50 drawing, more. No alcohol permitted. • 2012 Cruise In-Car Show: June 16, 5-8 p.m., Wegmans Food Store, Wilkes-Barre Twp. Rain date June 17. • July 21, 5-8 p.m., Twist & Shake, Pikes Creek. Rain date July 22.
Car Lover’s 7th Annual Car Show June 10, gates 8 a.m., McDade Park, Scranton. Coffee, doughnuts. Awards for Top 25, 3 p.m. $10/day of registration. Music by Joe Kruz. Proceeds benefit Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy. Info: 570.457.7665. No alcohol, no pets by cars. Coal Cracker Cruisers Car Club (570.876.4034) • Cruise Nights at Advance Auto (Rt. 6, Carbondale): July 6, Aug. 3, Sept. 7, 6-9 p.m. Food, music, door prizes, 50/50, trophies. Food by Boy Scout Troop 888. Gunners PA Law Enforcement MC (gunnerspalemc@gmail.com, $20/rider, $10/ passenger unless noted otherwise) • Coats and Shoes for Kids Ride: June 9, registration 10 a.m.-noon. Begins Midway Shopping Center, Wyoming, ends Morgan Hill Golf Course, Hunlock Creek. Benefits Pittston Coats for Kids. Food, enter-
Montage Mountain Classics • McDonald’s Southside Shopping Center: June 8, July 13, Aug. 10, Sept. 14, 6-10 p.m. • Jonny Rockets Montage Mountain: June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, 5-9 p.m. • Cruise Pittston-Tomato Festival Parking Lot: June 30, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 29, 5-9 p.m. Uncle Buck’s BBQ Pit Bike Night Wed., 6-9 p.m., 361 W. Main St., Plymouth. Food, drink specials. Vettes for Vets June 10, noon-4 p.m., West Side Auto (401 Wyoming Ave., West Pittston). $10 registration for Corvettes; food, drinks included. Benefits local veterans. W E-mail your event to weekender@theweekender.com or fax to 570.831.7375. Deadline for publication: Monday at 2 p.m. two weeks prior to event.
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removable hard top, power windows, AM /FM radio with cassette player, CD player, automatic, 4 new tires. Champagne exterior; Italian red leather interior inside. Garage kept, excellent condition. Reduced price to $26,000. Call 570-825-6272
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Commercial Trucks & Equipment
CHEVY 08 3500 HD DUMP TRUCK 2WD, automatic.
Only 12,000 miles. Vehicle in like new condition. $19,000. 570-288-4322
HARLEY DAVIDSON 80 Soft riding FLH.
King of the Highway! Mint original antique show winner. Factory spot lights, wide white tires, biggest Harley built. Only 28,000 original miles! Never needs inspection, permanent registration. $7,995 OBO 570-905-9348
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SUZUKI 01 VS 800 GL INTRUDER Garage kept, no rust, lots of chrome, black with teal green flake. Includes storage jack & 2 helmets. $3600 570-410-1026
YAMAHA 97 ROYALSTAR 1300
12,000 miles. With windshield. Runs excellent. Many extras including gunfighter seat, leather bags, extra pipes. New tires & battery. Asking $4,000 firm. (570) 814-1548
442 RVs & Campers
FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC NOW BACK IN PA.
Super Lite Fifth Wheel. LCD/DVD flat screen TV, fireplace, heated mattress, ceiling fan, Hide-a-Bed sofa, outside speakers & grill, 2 sliders, aluminum wheels, , awning, microwave oven, tinted safety glass windows, fridge & many accessories & options. Excellent condition, $22,500. 570-868-6986
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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans
CHRYSLER `02 TOWN & COUNTRY
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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans
518 Customer Support/Client Care
MITSUBISHI `11
OUTLANDER SPORT SE AWD, Black interi-
or/exterior, start/ stop engine with keyless entry, heated seats, 18” alloy wheels, many extra features. Only Low Miles. 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty. $22,500. Willing to negotiate. Serious inquires only - must sell, going to law school. (570) 793-6844
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Auto Parts
503
PART-TIME ACCOUNTANT Part-time Account-
ing position available. Must have at least an Associates Degree. 2 years experience. Must possess analytical skills. Some duties include bank and account reconciliation, journal entries. Microsoft Excel, Word, and AS400 skills. 20 hours per week. 401K available. Interested candidates should reply to: AMERICAN SILK MILLS 75 STARK STREET PLAINS, PA 18705
508
Luxury people mover! 87,300 well maintained miles. This like-new van has third row seating, power side & rear doors. Economical V6 drivetrain and all available options. Priced for quick sale $5,495. Generous trade-in allowances will be given on this top-of-the-line vehicle. Call Fran 570-466-2771 Scranton
FORD 02 EXPLORER
Red, XLT, Original non-smoking owner, garaged, synthetic oil since new, excellent in and out. New tires and battery. 90,000 miles. $7,500 (570) 403-3016
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Auto Services
$ WANTED JUNK $ VEHICLES LISPI TOWING AWD. Third row seating. Economical 6 cylinder automatic. Fully loaded with all available options. 93k pampered miles. Garage kept. Safety / emissions inspected and ready to go. Sale priced at $6995. Trade-ins accepted. Tag & title processing available with purchase. Call Fran for an appointment to see this outstanding SUV. 570-466-2771 Scranton
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Beauty/ Cosmetology
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Education/ Training
Medical Instructor, Full-Time McCann School of
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DALLAS, PA
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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades
TEACHER
Spanish K-8
CARPENTERS
Reliable and responsible carpenters wanted for local construction company expanding in the residential and commercial building industry. Competitive wages & paid holidays. Apply in person at 197 Courtdale Ave. Courtdale, PA 18704
Part time. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 11:30-3:30. Must be PA Certified to teach Spanish. Qualified applicants should send resume to: WilkesBarre Academy 20 Stevens Rd Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
527 Food Services/ Hospitality
518 Customer Support/Client Care
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566 Sales/Business Development
National Communications Group is a Verizon Certified Vendor with more than 20 years of telecommunications experience. We are seeking motivated telesales professionals to renew existing Verizon customer contracts and sell new bundles and services. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Some phone or telecom experience preferred. Base Pay of $10.00/hour + Commissions, Paid Holidays and Medical Insurance after 6 months.
Please contact Melanie Bradshaw at 570-824-6800, ext 115 to schedule an interview or you can email your resume to melanie@sova.com
AUTOMOTIVE SALES CONSULTANT Valley Chevrolet is seeking individuals who are self starters, team oriented and driven. (No Experience Necessary)
• Salary & Commission • Benefits • 401K Plan • 5 Day Work Week • Huge New & Used Inventory
BE PART OF THE BEST SALES TEAM IN THE VALLEY! Apply in person to:
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VALLEY CHEVROLET
601 Kidder Street, Wilkes-Barre
542
Logistics/ Transportation
542
Logistics/ Transportation
NOW HIRING CLASS A OTR DRIVERS Van Hoekelen Greenhouses is a family owned business located in McAdoo, PA. We have immediate openings for reliable full-time tractor trailer drivers, to deliver product to our customers across the 48 states. Our premier employment package includes: • Hourly Pay- including paid detention time, and guaranteed 8 hours per day • Safety Bonus - $.05/mile paid quarterly • Great Benefits - 100% paid health insurance, vision, dental, life, STD, 401K, vacation time, and holiday pay. • Pet & Rider Program • Well maintained freightliners and reefer trailers • Continuous year-round steady work with home time
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Requirements are: Valid Class A CDL, minimum 1 year OTR experience, must lift 40lbs, and meet driving and criminal record guidelines
PLEASE CONTACT SHARON AT 800-979-2022 EXT 1914, Mail resume to P.O. Box 88, McAdoo, PA 18237 or Fax to 570-929-2260 Visit our website at www.vhgreenhouses.com for more details.
Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
CRUSHING AND SCREENING EQUIPMENT SERVICE TECH
• Must have knowledge of hydraulics, electrical, & welding • Possible overnight stays • Must be flexible with hours Please fax resume to 570-270-5792 or email info@commonwealth equipment.com No phone calls please.
BUILDING & GROUNDS MANAGER TRAINEE FMS seeks Building and Grounds Manager trainee for K12 school district(s) in the tri-county area. Prior Custodial/Maintenance management experience in an institutional/commercial setting required. Must have HVAC training. Must be able to commute or relocate. Must pass state/federal clearances. We offer competitive salary, health benefits, 401K, and ideal working conditions. Please mail resume and salary requirements to: TNG-FMS, Attn: Bill Budd, 1706 Bloom Road Danville, PA 17821 or email to eastoffice@the nutritiongroup.biz
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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
WATER TECHNICIAN NEEDED
MPW Industrial Water located in the Hanover Industrial Park is looking for hard working career minded individuals to join our team. We are looking for potential employees who meet the following qualifications: · Mechanically inclined · Ability to work weekends and Overtime · Lift 50 plus lbs. · 1 year experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment · Ability to work 1st or 2nd shift Interested applicants can apply in person at 420 Stewart Road, Hanover Township or apply online at mpwservices.com or call 570-829-4207
542
Logistics/ Transportation
CDL Drivers Needed
MPW Industrial Water located in the Hanover Industrial Park is looking for Class A CDL drivers. We are looking for Drivers who meet the following qualifications: · Minimum of 1 year Class A CDL experience · Prefer over the road or regional driving experience · Good driving record-good DOT record · Safety minded Good pay and benefits including paid vacation! Interested applicants can apply in person at 420 Stewart Road, Hanover Township or apply online at mpwservices.com or call 570-829-4207
Janitorial/ Cleaning
HOUSEKEEPING & MAINTENANCE
Full time. Day shift 6am-2:30pm. Experience preferred. Apply in person: Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA, 40 W. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre
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Drivers: $2,500 Sign-On Bonus! New Pay Increase! Home Nightly Hazleton, PA Dedicated Run. CDL-A, 1 year experience required. Estenson Logistics. Apply: www.goelc.com 1-866-336-9642
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NURSING POSITIONS RNs RN Supervisor Every Weekend 7-3 Shift
LPN/RN •Full Time
8 Day 7-3 Shift; Q Other Weekend •Every Weekend 7-3 Shift •Part Time Q Weekend and 1 Day Every Other Week 3-11 Shift
CNA
•Full Time 11-7 Shift •Full Time 7-3 Shift
RNs, LPNs
Pool Positions All Shifts Apply in person: Kingston Commons 615 Wyoming Ave. Kingston, PA 18704 570-288-5496 or e-mail resume to: UnitManager@ kingstoncommons. com DRUG
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DENTAL ASSISTANT 538
548 Medical/Health
Back Mountain Office is looking for enthusiastic Full Time Dental Assistant. Must be organized, people person, with excellent communication skills. If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please send resume to: Dr. David Spring 2935 Memorial Hwy Dallas, PA 18612
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SOCIAL SERVICE ASSISTANT Full-time
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or other Human Service field. Nursing home experience preferred but not required. Please send resume with cover letter to: Highland Manor Nursing Home c/o Kim Barker, SSD, 750 Schooley Ave., Exeter, PA 18643, or email to sw-highland@ seniorsnorth.com eoe
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Part time RN for busy surgical office. Prior experience preferred. Send resume to: Surgical Specialists c/o Office Manager 200 South River St Plains, PA 18705 or fax to 570-821-1108
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Other
LOT PORTER
PART-TIME Bonner Chevrolet USED CAR DIVISION Clean driving record. Duties include washing, waxing & all functions related to used car sales & delivery. Call Dave “K” 570-288-0319
554
Production/ Operations
554
Production/ Operations
MANUFACTURING NIGHT SHIFT MACHINE OPERATORS NEEDED
$9.00/hour to start. 60-90 day evaluation with $ increase $ based on YOUR performance, attendance etc. Benefit Package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Vacation, Holiday pay PLUS Full-time 12 hour shifts on alternating 3 & 4 day work weeks. Every other weekend a must. Previous manufacturing experience preferred. Some heavy lifting. Accepting applications at: AEP INDUSTRIES, INC. 20 Elmwood Ave. Crestwood Ind’l Pk Mountaintop, PA 18707. EOE We are a drug free workplace.
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Sales/Retail/ Business Development
Outside Sales Representative Eastern PA. Base
salary and commission plus benefits. Place bins for recycling of textiles. Must have proven experience with cold calling and sales to businesses. www.usagain.com Send cover letter and application to p.jorgensen@ usagain.com
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Auto Parts
General Immediate positions available in Pittston & Taylor
BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $375 AND UP
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Business Opportunities
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NIGHTCLUB FOR SALE
Seven years old. Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre area. 1,800 square feet bar & 1,800 square feet banquet hall. No kitchen. Off street parking for 20 cars. Partner considered. $327,000, firm. P.O. 2827 Wilkes-Barre PA 18702
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Antiques & Collectibles
SHAFER’S ATTIC TREASURES Antique & Vintage Furniture Tables, Hutches, Beds, Lamps, Pictures, Chairs, this, and that Items, Etc. Route 6 & 11 LaPlume Dalton Carpet Plaza 570-396-6353
710
Appliances
FREEZER
Frigidaire upright. 3 year extended warranty. $350. WASHER, 3 year extended warranty, $150. 570-851-0718
566 Sales/Business Development
710
Appliances
Furniture & Accessories
FURNISH FOR LESS
GENE S RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES 60 Day Warranty Monday-Friday 8:00PM-5:00PM Saturday 8:00AM-11:00AM Gateway Shopping Center Kingston, PA
(570) 819-1966
716
Building Materials
LIGHTING FIXTURES 6 light surround
hanging fixture, great for kitchen, 12 light surround hanging fixture, great for dining room. Both white porcelain with floral design & 24 karat gold components. Must see to appreciate. Must sell both $300/set. 570-868-6095
730
Computer Equipment & Software
PC’S & LAPTOPS! Desktop/Towers/La ptops with xp or windows7,dvdrw+ dvd+cd burner,MS Office,antivirus & more.Keyboard + mouse:$35-$175.All refurbished to fresh condition. Laptops include bag & have wifi.FREE DELIVERY! 862-2236
566 Sales/Business Development
SALES
Brenntag Northeast, Inc., headquartered in Reading-PA, we provide products and services to over 7,000 small businesses and large industrial companies. Our professional staff of sales, service and technical personnel is dedicated to understanding and satisfying our customer needs and creating ways to improve the customer's competitive position. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to help support our rapidly growing chemical distribution sales in a geographic territory surrounding the Hazelton/Scranton-PA area. Prior outside sales experience, knowledge of the chemical industry, 4year college degree, previous chemical distribution sales is desired. Requirements: 4-Year College Degree Exceptional written and oral communication skills Self motivated with a competitive drive for results Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Word and Excel Ability to maintain a customer relationship management database Excellent time management skills Ability to prioritize job responsibilities Valid Driver's License and good driving record Local area candidates only
* NELSON * * FURNITURE * * WAREHOUSE * Recliners from $299 Lift Chairs from $699 New and Used Living Room Dinettes, Bedroom 210 Division St Kingston Call 570-288-3607
758 Miscellaneous GARAGE SALE LEFTOVER ITEMS Amish built swing set $50. Small medium boys clothes $1$5. Tons of board games $1. Stuffed animals $1. Barbie’s & accessories $1 plus. MiscellanEous boys toys/ electronics $5. & under. 570-472-9167
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Mattress: A Queen Size Pillow Top Set Still in Plastic Can Deliver $150 570-280-9628
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796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise
VITO’S & GINO’S
Wanted:
ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS Highest Prices Paid!! FREE PICKUP
288-8995
Musical Instruments
815
Dogs
EXETER
LABRADOR RETRIEVERS
AKC registered. Chocolate & black. Vet certified. females, $475, males, $425. Ready 6/22/12. Deposit will hold. 570-648-8613
MALTESE & YORKIE CROSSES
Shots & vet checked, to date. $600. 570-204-2549
758 Miscellaneous
PIANO. 1980 black, high gloss Yahama. Excellent condition. Must sell! $3,800, OBO.570-287-1839, morning calls until noon.
All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted Highest Prices Paid In CA$H
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570-574-1275 CARGO CARRIER. Inside. For Chevy Trailblazer. Excellent condition. $60 570-851-0718
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772
Pools & Spas
HOT TUB. Jacuzzi, 6 person, green with cover, 19 jets, 1 hp motor, 230 VAC. Kept indoors, very good condition $1,500. Avoca. 570-457-1979
774
Restaurant Equipment
800 PETS & ANIMALS 815
Dogs
PAWS ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address
GARAGE SALE LEFTOVER ITEMS: Sofa & chair, excellent condition $325. Glider Rocker $45. Mahogany desk, 5 drawer $60. 4 snow tires 225/65R17 $120. Book shelf/ storage shelf, maple $30. 570-954-1435
8 foot true refrigerated deli case in excellent $3300. call 570-262-9374
796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise
796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise
HDI METALS
39 S. Prospect St. Nanticoke PA • 570-735-1487 GOLD - SILVER COINS - JEWELRY Buying Daily 11AM - 6PM No nonsense guarantee We will beat any competitors advertised price by up to 20%
TOY POMERANIAN Male. 13 weeks old. Shots, dewormed and vet checked. Comes with pet food, toys, leash, carrier. No papers. $400. 570-430-3288
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900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
$700 to $1,300 www.willowspring cavaliers.com 215-538-2179
OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm
362 Susquehanna Ave Completely remodeled, spectacular, 2 story Victorian home, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new rear deck, full front porch, tiled baths and kitchen, granite countertops, all Cherry hardwood floors throughout, all new stainless steel appliances and lighting, new oil furnace, washer dryer in first floor bath. Great neighborhood, nice yard. $174,900 (30 year loan, $8,750 down, $887/month, 30 years @ 4.5%) 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490
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906 Homes for Sale
3 bedroom, 1.5 bath raised Ranch on 1 acre. Home boasts a gas fireplace in living room. Central A/C, 2.5 car garage, covered deck, finished basement, lots of storage, out of flood zone. $179,900. Call 570-299-5940 570-388-4244
TRUCKSVILLE
130 Harris Hill Rd For Sale or Lease Remodeled doublewide mobile home on solid foundation. Featuring 3 bedrooms, new kitchen, new carpet, fresh paint & nice yard with deck. Only $49,000. Call 570-466-6334
WEST PITTSTON
New Construction. Lot #2, Fairway Estates. 2,700 square feet, tile & hardwood on 1st floor. Cherry cabinets with center island. $399,500. For more details: patrickdeats.com (570)696-1041
225-227 Boston Ave Double block. Wyoming Area schools. Out of flood zone. 1 side rented to long term tenant at $525 /month. Other side remodeled - move in or rent at $650/month. 3 bedrooms each side, gas furnaces, sunrooms, large yard. $149,000. Call 570-357-0042
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WEST WYOMING
438 Tripp St
OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm
Completely remodeled home with everything new. New kitchen, baths, bedrooms, tile floors, hardwoods, granite countertops, all new stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, free standing shower, tub for two, huge deck, large yard, excellent neighborhood $154,900 (30 year loan @ 4.5% with 5% down; $7,750 down, $785/month) 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490
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Apartments/ Furnished
WILKES-BARRE
VICTORIAN CHARM 34 W. Ross St. Fully furnished, 1 bedroom, 2nd floor. All appliances and most utilities included. Secure, private off street parking. Historic building is non smoking/no pets. Base rent $700/mo. Security, references required. View at houpthouse.com. 570-762-1453
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Apartments/ Unfurnished
HUNLOCK CREEK
3 bedroom, 2 bath home in great condition in park. $18,000. Financing available with $3,000 down. Call 570-477-2845 SHAVERTOWN LOCATED IN ECHO VALLEY ESTATES. 1980 15X80 mobile, 2 bedroom, $5500 obo. 570-696-1470
533
Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
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Apartments/ Unfurnished
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Apartments/ Unfurnished
KINGSTON
AVOCA
915 Manufactured Homes
AVOCA
Modern & spacious 1st floor, wall to wall carpet. Appliances, washer & dryer hookup. Off street parking. Security, no pets. $450 month. 570-655-1606
533
Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
Landscape Personnel Hydroseed and soil erosion control experience helpful. Valid drivers license a must. Top wages paid. Unlimited overtime. Apply in person. 8am-4pm. Monday-Friday. 1204 Main Street Swoyersville
Varsity Inc.
No Calls Please. E.O.E.
SERVICE TECHNICIAN We ll teach the right person to serve our territory and install electronic fencing to keep dogs safe. Full time. Must be drug free, have a clean driving record and be good withing with homeowners.
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Apartments/ Unfurnished
Call or email Brian at Harvis Interview Service for application or questions: 542-5330 or ifnepa.jobs@gmail.com
Very large, remodeled, 2 bedroom apartment, some utilities & stove included. Nice backyard. Available immediately $725.00 a month Call 570-842-0740 no calls after 8pm. DUPONT Completely remodeled, modern 2 bedroom townhouse style apartment. Lots of closet space, with new carpets and completely repainted. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer hook up. Nice yard & neighborhood, no pets. $595 + security. Call 570-479-6722
77 W. Union St, Front 1 bedroom apartment. Electric & water included. $500 + security. Call 570-401-9124
KINGSTON Beautiful, over-
sized executive style apartment in large historic home. Two bedrooms, one bath, granite kitchen, hardwood floors, dining room, living room, basement storage, beautiful front porch, washer/ dryer. $1,100 monthly plus utilities. No smoking. Call 570-472-1110
Avenue, 2 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, tile bath, stove & fridge furnished, washer/dryer hook up. Heat, public water, sewer & recycling furnished by landlord. Use of attic, yard & porches. Good location, off street parking. No pets. 1 year lease & security. $650. 570-655-0530
FORTY FORT Yates Street
Excellent neighborhood. 3 bedroom apt. with spacious living room, 1.5 baths, off street parking, no pets, no smoking. $750 month + utilities Call 570-287-9009 for appointment
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP
3029 South Main St Very large 1st floor,
3 bedrooms, wall to wall carpet, central air, eat in kitchen with appliances. Off street parking. Washer /dryer hookup. Heat & cooking gas included. Tenant pays electric & water. $725 + security. No Pets. Call 570-814-1356
HANOVER TWP.
2 bedrooms, refrigerator & stove, no pets. Garbage & sewer included. $475/month + utilities, 1 month security. Section 8 OK (570)677-2439
Apartments/ Unfurnished
WILKES-BARRE
JULY MOVEIN NORTH WILKES-BARRE NEAR GENERAL HOSPITAL NEWLY DONE, 1ST FLOORS, NEW KITCHEN, NEW BUILT-INS, LAUNDRY, NEW CARPETING, ASTHETIC FIREPLACES. 1 BEDROOMS. $625 + UTILITIES. EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION, 2 YEAR LEASES. NO PETS/ NO SMOKING, APPLY NOW... MANAGED
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LUZERNE
378 Miller Street 1st floor, modern, 1 bedroom. living room, large kitchen, stove, new bath, clean basement. Laundry hookups, enclosed porch. Parking. No pets/ smoking. $500, includes heat & water. Call 570-288-9843
MOUNTAIN TOP WOODBRYN 1 & 2 Bedroom.
No pets. Rents based on income start at $405 & $440. Handicap Accessible.
HANDICAP UNIT AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Equal Housing
Opportunity. 570474-5010 TTY711 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
NANTICOKE
Completely renovated 1 bedroom apartment. $450 + 1st, security & electric. 516-216-3539 or 570-497-9966
NANTICOKE/ALDEN Two level, 1 bed-
room, quiet neighborhood, off-street parking, newly renovated. All appliances included. $470/month. Call 570-441-4101
PLAINS TOWNSHIP Newly remodeled 2 bedroom, stove, off-street parking, pets ok, with additional security. $750/month, includes heat, water & hot water. Electric by tenant. Reference & security a must (570)406-8218
WEST PITTSTON
1ST FLOOR, 5 ROOMS Recently renovated. All appliances, washer/dryer hookup. Wall to wall carpeting & window dressings. Off street parking. $600 per month + utilities, security & references. No smoking. No pets. Call 570-574-1143
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530 Exeter Ave Now Accepting Applications! 1, 2 & 3 bedroom units available. Elevator, parking lot, central air, appliances, wi-fi access & more. Income Qualifications required. 570-346-0759
WILKES-BARRE
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Commercial Properties
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Rte. 315 1,000 & 3,800 Sq. Ft. WILL DIVIDE OFFICE / RETAIL Call 570-829-1206
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KINGSTON GREAT SPACE
18 Pierce Street Available immediately, off street parking, air. $250 & up/month. All utilities included. 570-690-0564 570-823-7564
PITTSTON
3 rooms, 1 large bedroom, completely renovated, corian counters, off street parking. $550/per month. Utilities by tenant. Call 570-654-5387
Apartments/ Unfurnished
Walking distance to Wilkes University. Newly renovated 2 bedrooms. Includes water. Tenant pays heat & electric. Washer/dryer hookup $600. mo + security. No pets. Non smoker. 570-714-9111
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288-1422
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Cute and clean 2 bedroom, off street parking, w/d hookup, eat in kitchen. Immaculate. $435 + utilities. 1 mo. security. NO DOGS 845-386-1011
941
WILKES-BARRE 155-159 South
Meade Street, 2 apartments available. 1st apartment 1 bedroom, 1st floor, hardwood floors, washer/dryer, dishwasher included, central air & heat , $525 per month. 2nd apartment is 1 bedroom, $600 per month, is on 2nd floor, carpeting, plus very large office/computer room. Washer/dryer hookup, dishwasher, central air & heat, tenant pays gas heat & electric for both apartments. Off street parking. Safe & secure building. Income verification, plus 1 month security. 570-824-8517
WILKES-BARRE King’s College
Campus 3 Large Bedrooms, living room, wall to wall, large kitchen & bath with tile floors. Stove, fridge, heat, water & off street parking included. Shared yard. $900 + security. That’s only $300 per person. 570-823-0589
WILKES-BARRE NORTH
807 N. Washington 2 bedrooms, 2nd floor. Wall to wall carpeting. Eat in kitchen with appliances. Off street parking - 2 cars. Coin op laundry. All utilities included. $650 / month + security. No pets. 570-814-1356
MEDICAL OFFICE
Suite for lease in modern building in Avoca. Designed for 2 physicans. 2,800 sq ft, 6 exam rooms, large reception area, breakroom/kitchen, file room, 2 restrooms, lab area, 2 private offices. Excellent condition. Close to I-81. 50+ parking spots available. 570-954-7950
OFFICE SPACE
Located on Main St., Avoca, within professional building. Small Office. $650, all utilities included. 570-457-2945
WILKES-BARRE
OFFICE SPACE Off Public Square 2 room suite, available immediately. $500/month, includes all utilities. 570-690-0564 570-823-7564
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ASHLEY
Carey’s Patch Nice yard, quiet area. 2 bedroom. Carpeted. Washer / dryer hookups. Gas heat / water. $600 + security & utilities. 570-821-7005
KINGSTON
Penn St. 1/2 Double, 2 bedroom. Newly remodeled. Gas Heat. Washer & dryer hookup, yard, parking. Section 8 Not Approved. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-1530
950
Half Doubles
KINGSTON
N. Goodwin Ave. Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath, luxury apartment, with many upgrades, neutral decor, gas fireplace, tiled bathroom, oak cabinet kitchen with hardwood floors, private front and back porches,off street parking. $675/ month + utilities. security & lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294
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KINGSTON
Sprague Ave. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1st floor duplex, New w/w carpeting & hardwood floors. Convenient to Wyoming Ave. Washer/dryer hookup, basement storage. Reduced! $540/month + utilities, security, lease & NO PETS. 570-793-6294
PITTSTON
Elizabeth Street 1 bedroom half double with large rooms. Neutral decor. Ample closets. Screened in porch & private yard. $350 + utilities security & lease. NO PETS. Call 570-793-6294
PLAINS
Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath with Victorian charm with hardwood floors, neutral decor, stained glass window, large kitchen with washer /dryer hook-up, off-street parking. $700 month + utilities, security & lease. NO PETS. 570-793-6294
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DALLAS
FOR SALE OR RENT Single home in gated retirement village. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Granite countertops, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, appliances included. Quiet 55 plus community. No Pets. One year lease. $1675/mo + utilities & security. Monthly maintenance fee included. 570-592-3023
HARVEYS LAKE
2 small bedrooms, All appliances. Security & first month’s rent. NO PETS. $675. 570-762-6792
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HARVEY S LAKE
Modern 3 bedroom house for rent. 2 bath rooms. 2 car garage, large front deck, yard & much more. Available 1st week of July. No pets. $1250/month + utilities + security, 1 year lease, personal and credit references. Serious inquiries only. 570-814-8195
PITTSTON
2 bedrooms, refrigerator & stove , washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, pets ok. $650/month, plus utilities & security. (570)814-2752
WILKES-BARRE 3 bedrooms, 2 blocks from General Hospital, private fenced in yard, eatin kitchen, dining room, living room & family room, gas fireplace, newer carpet, washer and dryer, newer refrigerator & stove. $625 per month plus utilities and security deposit and background check. 570-833-5711 leave message.
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WILKES-BARRE
3 bedrooms, close to Kings and downtown. Includes range & fridge. $700/month, first, last & security. Tenant pays heat, electric & water. Call 718-791-5252 or 718-877-7436
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Male property owner seeking Male roommate to share furnished 1/2 double. $350 per month all utilities included. 570-338-2207
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Chimney Service
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1165
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1204
Painting & Wallpaper
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Biker Benefit Run for One of Our Own
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S c r a p I ro n M . C . P e n n s y l v a n i a and Friends Saturday June 16th at Outsiders Saloon South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre Pa 12:00 till everyone leaves
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Our Brother’s wife Merry has been battling (and kicking ass) on a very devistating illness for longer then any of us want to remember. Their Financial burden has also taken a toll. Guy and Merry have organized and helped with many Benefits to help others. Now it’s time to Re pay this brave and generouse family with your help and generousity
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