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Hello there! You may have seen my name in this space before as associate editor, but I’m proud to say that this is my first letter to you as editor of the Weekender. Our previous editor, Michael Lello, stepped down last week. I’ve been reading this paper since it launched in 1993 when I was a junior in high school, which makes me feel older than dirt, especially since I can recall the days before our ever-popular Model of the Week feature. Over the years, I’ve seen the Weekender expand and grow first as a reader and even more so since I began interning here in 2005 before I joined the team full time as staff writer in 2006. It’s been a great ride so far, and I look forward to continuing the tradition of making the Weekender your No. 1 artsand-entertainment weekly in Northeastern Pa. Here are a few things you can find in this week’s issue: You can read about Samantha Blinn, a local artist/jewelry maker whose miniature dessert jewelry and more will be featured in the celebrity gift
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bags that’ll be handed out at the Nickelodeon’s Kid’s Choice Awards in April. While the word Cyphilis may make you think of an STD, many of you might remember it as the early name of the band that became Spit Can. Cyphilis will reunite for one final show Saturday, March 5 at Brews Brothers West in Luzerne before one of the members moves out of state. We also have the first of several articles that’ll help commemorate the Broadway revival of “That Championship Season,” written by Scranton native Jason Miller. Miller, who was as well known for his role as Father Damien Karras in “The Exorcist” as he was as a Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, is remembered by two of his longtime friends in this inaugural article. Of course, there is a lot more in this week’s issue as you’ll see turning the pages. Thanks for reading. -- Nikki M. Mascali Weekender Editor Contact us letters@theweekender.com
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SAD IRONY Tombstone, Ariz., which was the site of the legendary 1881 Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (made into a 1957 movie), is about 70 miles from the Tucson shopping center where a U.S. congresswoman, a federal judge and others were shot in January. A Los Angeles Times dispatch later that month noted that the Wild West” of 1881 Tombstone had far stricter gun control than present-day Arizona. The historic gunfight occurred when the marshal (Virgil Earp, brother of Wyatt) tried to enforce the town’s no-carry law against local thugs. Today, however, with few restrictions and no licenses required, virtually any Arizonan 18 or older can carry a handgun openly, and those 21 or older can carry one concealed. LEADING ECONOMIC INDICATOR The government of Romania, attempting both to make amends for historical persecution of fortune-telling “witches” and to collect more tax revenue, amended its labor law recently to legalize the profession. However, “queen witch” Bratara Buzea, apparently speaking for many in the soothsaying business, told the Associated Press in February that official recognition might make witches legally responsible for future events that are beyond their control. Already, witches are said to be fighting back against the government with curses — hurling poisonous mandrake plants into the Danube River and casting a special spell involving cat dung and a dead dog.
IRONIES -- U.S. News & World Report magazine and the National Council on Teacher Quality announced plans recently to issue grades (A, B, C, D and F) on how well each of the U.S.’s 1,000-plus teachers’ colleges develop future educators, but the teachers of teachers appear to be sharply opposed to the very idea of being issued “grades.” The project’s supporters cited school principals’ complaints about the quality of teachers applying for jobs, but the teachers’ college representatives criticized the project’s measurement criteria as overly simplistic. -- Police were out in force in September as schools opened in Toronto, writing 25 school-zone speeding tickets in the first two hours. One of the 25 was issued to the driver of a school bus, caught speeding through a school zone trying to avoid being late at a pickup point farther down the road. THE LITIGIOUS SOCIETY Paul Mason, 50, an ex-lettercarrier in Ipswich, England, told reporters in January he would file a lawsuit against Britain’s National Health Service for negligence — because it allowed him to “grow” in recent years to a weight of nearly 900 pounds. Mason said he “begged” for NHS’s help in 1996 when he weighed 420, but was merely
told to “ride your bike more.” Last year, he was finally allowed gastric surgery, which reduced him to his current 518. At his heaviest, Mason estimates he was consuming 20,000 calories a day. UPDATE Life is improving for some Burmese Kayan women who, fleeing regular assaults by soldiers of the military government of Myanmar, become valuable exhibits at tourist attractions in neighboring Thailand — because of their tribal custom of wearing heavy metal rings around their necks from an early age. The metal stacks weigh 11 pounds or more and depress girls’ clavicles, giving them the appearance of elongated necks, which the tribe (and many tourists) regard as exotic. While human rights activists heap scorn on these Thai “human zoos” of ring-necked women, a Nacogdoches, Texas, poultry plant recently began offering some of the women a more attractive choice: Lose the rings and come work in Texas de-boning chickens. PEOPLE WITH ISSUES Although police in Mount Vernon, Ohio, aren’t sure of the motive, they know (according to records made public in February) that the murderer-kidnapper Matthew Hoffman was arrested in November in a living room piled three feet high with leaves and a bathroom containing 110 bags of leaves attached to the walls. Hoffman, an unemployed tree-trimmer, later confessed to the kidnap and rape of a 13-yearold girl (whom he kept in a basement on a pallet of leaves) and had stuffed the bodies of his three murder victims in a hollow tree. An expert on serial killers told ABC News that trees might have given Hoffman comfort, but police haven’t discounted that the leaves were there merely to help him later torch the house.
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COMPELLING EXPLANATIONS -- British loyalist Michael Stone still claims it was all a misunderstanding — that he did not intend to assassinate Irish Republican Army political leaders in 2006, despite being arrested at the Northern Ireland legislature carrying knives, an ax, a garotte and a bag of explosives that included flammable liquids, gas canisters and fuses. He was later convicted, based on his having detonated one explosive in the foyer and then carrying the other devices into the hall to confront the leaders, but he con-
tinued to insist that he was merely engaged in “performance art.” (In January 2011, the Northern Ireland court of appeal rejected his claim.) -- Phyllis Stevens, 59, said she had no idea she had embezzled nearly $6 million until her employer, Aviva USA, of Des Moines, Iowa, showed her the evidence. She said it must have been done by the “hundreds” of personalities created by her dissociative identity disorder (including “Robin,” who was caught trying to spend Stevens’ remaining money in Las Vegas just hours after the showdown with Aviva). Stevens and her spouse had been spending lavishly, buying properties and contributing generously to political causes. As the “core person,” Stevens said she will accept responsibility but asked a federal judge for leniency. (The prosecutor said Stevens is simply a thief.)
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Anthony Raneri’s lyrics have never been exactly uplifting despite the catchy hooks, and in this song Raneri’s abrasive lyrics accompany his undeniable distinct vocals. On the counter end of things, the song “On Love, On Life” One major struggle for bands starts the record with three stand- shows Bayside in a new light by out tunes in “Already Gone,” in today’s music scene is the incorporating violin, piano, horns “Sick, Sick, Sick” and “Mona consistency to be good over and acoustic guitar in a slower Lisa.” “Already Gone” contains ballad. a considerable length of time, a quick, toe-tapping guitar riff while still being able to stretch The band stayed true that captures the same powerful to their roots successfully its boundaries and challenge entrance as the band’s previous without becoming repetitive or themselves as musicians. single “Devotion and Desire” Bayside, however, proves with lackluster, yet still successfully its recent release, “Killing Time,” from the group’s self-titled experimented with new forms that the group is still capable of album. of acoustics. Bayside has “Sick, Sick, Sick,” the band’s grown tremendously as a band keeping the same sound it’s had first single from the record, is a since the days of “Sirens and for years, while still being able to grow and let loose refreshing, true gem. This shout-out-loud, Condolences,” and with the post-breakup tune has the most worthwhile records. release of “Killing Time,” it The 10-track release varies in pop appeal and is comparable to looks like Bayside has a long genre from track to track. There a new-age Green Day tune. Its future ahead of them. repeated chorus allows the song are a few mainstream and popto easily get stuck in your head. punk songs, while others lead “Mona Lisa” is one of the guitarist Jake O’Shea lathers on -- Matt Morgis songs that remind fans that way more guitar than anything Weekender Intern legally considered pop. Bayside Bayside has kept its core sound.
Killing time, making a future
Devotchka “100 Lovers”
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100 lush lovers Latin American and Eastern European music might be worlds apart, but Devotchka marries those sounds in a magnificent way on its fifth album “100 Lovers.” Produced by Craig Schumacher (Neko Case, Calexico) in an Arizona desert studio, that vast setting is just as present as the Gypsy-wedding/mariachiband feel. There’s a wistfulness to singer/ songwriter Nick Urata’s voice that plays nicely off the sometimes strange and celebratory sounds and eccentric lyrics like “You are glowing like phosphorous.”
“The Alley” starts with sweeping orchestration before military-esque drums slowly build. Urata — joined by Jeanie Schroder, Shawn King and Tom Hagerman — delivers lines in unhurried, otherworldly vocals. “100 Other Lovers” sounds familiar and full of desire: “Even if it’s only temporarily/ Give the illusion tonight you belong to me.” “The Common Good” evokes images of people dancing barefoot on a mountainside thanks to Gypsy-like violins, strings and clapping. “The Man From San Sebastian” is remarkable with a slightly dark feel, but with uptempo guitars and merry bursts of accordion. “Am I the only one/ Who remembers the man San Sebastian?” Urata wonders, and you want to know more about said fellow. “Exhaustible” has infectiously happy whistling, gliding strings and some odd instrumentation; the brief and noisy “Interlude 2” precedes the Mexicantinged “Bad Luck Heels,” which is about looking for a lover’s forgiveness. Mariachi meets klezmer in “Ruthless,” with its bongos, accordion and Urata’s sudden Spanish intonation. “Contrabanda” has a salsa feel with festive trumpets, bass and drums; it’s the perfect counterpart to the luxurious instrumental closer “Sunshine.” Like the desert that surrounded Devotchka during the recording, there is a great ebb to “100 Lovers,” an album full of grand gestures that transport you just where you need to go.”
BlackRain “Lethal Dose Of…”
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Music is cyclical by nature, with genres fading from the forefront of popularity only to return again a decade or two later; such is the case with BlackRain, who plays a raw, sleazy style of rock inspired by the glam-metal movement of the 1980s. The band hails from France, but hearing the songs on their latest album “Lethal Dose Of…” makes the listener feel as though the -- Nikki M. Mascali Weekender Editor band could have just as easily come out
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“Killing Time” of Los Angeles circa 1985. There is a fine line between inspiration and mimicry, however, and BlackRain seems more like a tribute band than a serious artist with this release. While music doesn’t need to be serious, songs like “Get A Gun” are just way too campy and cartoonish. There are some high points, such as “Overloaded,” “My Young Star,” “Dead Boy” and “Addicted To Failure,” but more often than not, the songs seem unoriginal, as though the band is writing music that they think an audience should expect from a glam-metal band rather than just writing songs about what they see and know and playing them in that style. On one hand, “Lethal Dose Of…” is a high-energy, raucous album that is fun to listen to, but on the other hand when one compares it to all of the other music with a similar sound, it’s pretty unremarkable. BlackRain is a band that has the potential to put out a good album, but “Lethal Dose Of…” seems forced. Fans of glam metal will enjoy this one, but even the most dedicated headbangers will probably only listen to it a few times before putting it back on the shelf.
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Top 10 Local Albums
1. Adele: “Adele 21” 2. Bayside: “Killing Time” 3. Mumford & Sons: “Sigh No More” 4. My Darkest Days: “My Darkest Days” 5. Eminem: “Recovery”
6. Pink: “Greatest Hits – So Far” 7. Various: “Concert For A Cause 9” 8. Devildriver: “Beast” 9. Wiz Khalifa: “Black & Yellow” 10. Rev Theory: “Justice”
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“We are exactly like our fans, (who) chase their dreams by working hard and putting everything they have into everything they do.” Guitarist Julian Jorgensen
with this album. The hard work and perseverance from all five band members is what brought it all together, and they’re ready to share it with fans. “We are exactly like our fans, (who) chase their dreams by working hard and putting everything they have into everything they do,” guitarist Julian Jorgensen said. “We have blue-collar fans, and we are a 100 percent blue-collar band.” For Rev Theory, making music and performing is all about the fans, and it’s important to the band to show appreciation for all the support by giving back. The band’s NEPA fans had a firsthand experience with this when the band stopped by in January to perform a free acoustic show in conjunction with local station 97.9X. “It’s really important to do things like that because we realize these are the people who make us who we are,” said Luzzi. “We did an acoustic set, we got to hang out and shake hands and basically say ‘thank you’ to the fans.” Another way for the band to give back, so to speak, was to release “Justice,” which was created as a “call to action.” The
members wanted a way to reach out and unite fans, boosting their spirits with something heavy and from the heart. “A lot of people are disillusioned,” Jorgensen said. “They’ve lost their jobs and their homes. We all need something to inspire us, something to make us believe again. We hope songs like ‘Justice’ and ‘Guilty by Design’ can rally people and maybe get them to believe, whether it’s in themselves, in humanity or in rock ’n’ roll.” 2011 is quickly proving to be a busy year for Rev Theory with a new album and tour, and this is all in the first few months. The band is focusing on the present but has much more in the works so fans should expect to see a lot more from these five rockers throughout the year. “Everything is in the works right now,” Luzzi hinted. W Outbreak Tour, Rock on the Rise w/ Rev Theory, Pop Evil, Hail The Villain, Sun. March 6, 6 p.m., Eleanor Rigby’s (603 Route 6, Jermyn). Tickets: $12, $14. Info: myspace.com/eleanorrigbys
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hen times are tough, the unemployment rate is high and wages are down, people often find relief in music. Not just any music, but music that you feel deep in your bones. Music that pumps you up and gives you shivers from the first pluck of the guitar to the last note that is sung. Ultimately, from music that will keep you rocking all night. Rev Theory is set to deliver such a ramped-up rock show when it headlines an Outbreak Tour, Rock on the Rise date at Eleanor Rigby’s Sunday, March 6. Full of excitement for its new album, the band is taking to the road and giving fans all it’s got. “We really concentrate on our live shows,” said lead singer Rich Luzzi. “We’re very interactive with fans, and we take care of ourselves so we can get the best live show in. You can absolutely see that energy, and we try to bring our A game every single night.” The band recently released its third album “Justice” following 2008’s breakthrough “Light It Up,” which featured hard rock hits “Hell Yeah” and “Far From Over.” After a year of writing, recording, mixing and mastering its latest creation, Rev Theory was ready to get back on the stage. The band has been performing for eight years and have toured with some huge names such as Avenged Sevenfold and Motley Crue. Rev Theory is certainly not a stranger to headlining a tour, but this time it’s got a Monster behind it. “We’re excited. This is the first time we’ve coined a tour and teamed up with a major brand,” Luzzi explained. “When we started looking at touring options, we saw a lot of bands were packing together, so we wanted to do something on our own. We teamed up with Monster, and we’re going out with some young bands that are new and hungry, so it works out for everybody.” After years of performing hundreds of live shows, recording dozens of tracks and growing stronger as a band, Rev Theory feels it has reached a new level
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CAESARS POCONO RESORTS
1.877.800.5380 www.CPResorts.com Oh What A Night (The Four Seasons tribute): March 4 Tracy Morgan: March 6 Real Diamond (Neil Diamond tribute): March 11-12 New York’s Funniest: March 25-26 Phil Vassar: April 10 Big Shot (Billy Joel tribute): April 15-16
THE CRIMSON LION HOOKAH LOUNGE
37 E. South St., Wilkes-Barre Eww Yaboo / Langor: March 20, 8 p.m., $5, all ages Mountains / Mascara: April 3, 8 p.m., $5, all ages MV & EE ft. Mick Flower: April 10, 8 p.m., $5, all ages
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Kasmir (Led Zeppelin tribute): March 5, 8:30 p.m., $20 The Glengarry Bhoys: March 11, 8:30 p.m., $26 Tartan Terrors: March 12, 8:30 p.m., $35 Childhoods End (Pink Floyd tribute): March 26, 8:30 p.m., $23 Willy Porter: April 9, 8:30, $23
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71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre Phone: 570.826.1100 The Peking Acrobats: March 5, 4 p.m., $25-$12.50 George Jones: March 6, 7:30 p.m., $27.50-$57.50 (tickets from original date of 12/10/10 honored) Gabriel Iglesias: March 13, 7 p.m., $36 The Temptations: March 19, 7:30 p.m., cost TBA NEPA Philharmonic: March 25, $10$60 “Monsters of Comedy” with Ralphie May & Jim Breuer: March 26, 8 p.m., $40.10 Madeline and the Bad Hat: March 30, $6.50 Firefall / Poco / Pure Prairie League: April 7, 7:30 p.m., $32-$42 Disney’s Imagination Movers: April 9, 1:30 & 4:30 p.m., $20-$34 Larry King: April 15, 8 p.m., $45-$65
DOWNTOWN ARTS
(47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre) Running Into Walls / The Nineties / Conscious Pilot: March 19, 8 p.m., $10, all ages.
ELEANOR RIGBY’S
603 Route 6, Jermyn www.myspace.com/eleanorrigbys Rev Theory / Pop Evil: March 6, 6 p.m. Senses Fail: March 10, 7 p.m. Signum A.D.: March 11, 6 p.m. ENDER / Demolisher: March 15, 6 p.m. Doubledealer: March 19, 6 p.m. Conscious Pilot: March 26, 8 p.m. Freshman 15 / Testings for Echo: March 27, 4 p.m. The Bouncing Souls: April 1, 7:30 p.m. The Word Alive / Upon A Burning Body: April 2, 5:30 p.m. Bad Bromance: April 9, 6:30 p.m. Lionheart / Legend / Monsters: April 13, 5 p.m. Hundredth / Venia / Counterparts / Knuckle Up!: April 17, 5:30 p.m. BADFISH (Sublime Tribute): April 21, 6 p.m. Breathe Carolina: April 25, 6 p.m. Let’s Get It / Divided By Friday: April 26, 6 p.m.
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1307 Park Ave., Williamsport, Phone: www.thehivepa.com It Prevails / The World We Knew / Betrayal / Sovereign Strength / Slave To The Kill / Upon Fallen Kings / The Last Ten Seconds Of Life: March 1, 6 p.m., $10 from bands, $13 at door Delusions / From Atlantis / Thoughts In Reverse / Annihilus / Where There’s A Will / Empyreal: March 10, 6 p.m., $10 Venia / Dead Icons / Ill Intent / Terrible Minds / Fight With Honor / Ghostwalk: March 23, 6 p.m., $10 August Burns Red / Set Your Goals / Texas In July / An Early Ending / My Heart To Fear: March 29, 6 p.m., $20 advance, $25 at door Weight of the Crown / The Greenery / Terrible Minds / Dead And Dreaming / Blackwater / The Teeth: April 19, 6 p.m., $10
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280 Market St. Kingston Yellowcard / We The Kings: March 18, 7-11:30 p.m., created by the Wilkes University Programming Board. Students $10, alumni/faculty $15, public $20. (2 student tickets per Wilkes ID)
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15 N. River St., Plains Twp. 570.821.9825 Joe Herbert & The Mad Amalgamation: March 18, 9 p.m., no cover
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325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe 866.605.7325 or visit pennspeak.com. The Saw Doctors: March 5, 8 p.m., $32-$37.75 Arrival – The Music of ABBA: March 11, 8 p.m., $30.75-$36.50 Big Shot (Billy Joel tribute): March 12, 8 p.m., $17 Loretta Lynn: March 19, 8 p.m., $38$48 Thin Lizzy: March 24, 8 p.m., $35.75$40.75 Slaughter / Jani Lane: March 25, 8 p.m., $32 Molly Hatchet / Blackfoot: March 26, 8 p.m., $30 Yes: March 30, 8 p.m., $54.25-$60.25 Randy Travis: April 1, 8 p.m., $48.25$53.25 Live Wire: April 2, 8 p.m., $28 Dave Mason: April 14, 8 p.m., $30 Get the Led Out: April 15, 8 p.m., $31-$41.75 Travis Tritt: April 29, 8 p.m., $46.25$51.25
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665 N. River St., Plains Phone: 570.822.2992 George Wesley: March 3 The Best / Mike Doughtery: March 4 Jam Stampede: March 5 Clarence Spady Band: March 11 Strawberry Jam: March 12 Donna Jean Godchaux Band / Jeff Mattson: March 17, $10 Suze: March 18 Misty Mountain (Tribute to Led Zeppelin): March 19 The Woody Brown’s Project: March 25 Miz: March 26 Sisterhood of Song: March 31 Strfkr / Casiokids / Eww Yaboo: April 1, $8, 21+ Indobox: April 8 Boris Garcia / Tim Carbone: April 9 Zach Deputy: April 21
SCRANTON COMMUNITY CONCERTS
Mellow Theater, 501 Vine St. Scranton Phone: 570.955.1455, www.lackawanna.edu, etix.com Prices vary, student and group rates available. The Music of Simon and Garfunkel starring A.J. Swearingen & Jonathan Beedle: April 29
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420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton Phone: 888.669.8966 The High Kings: March 10, 7:30 p.m., $38.65 NEPA Philharmonic: March 11, 8 p.m., $73-$39 Up & Coming Comedy Series: March 19, 8 p.m., $16 “The View” with a Scranton Attitude, Couples: March 25, 7 p.m., $8 NEPA Philharmonic: Hamlisch on Hamlisch: March 26, 7 p.m., $32-$65 B-Street Band (A Night of Bruce Springsteen): March 31, 7 p.m. Garrison Keillor: April 5, 7:30 p.m., $52.50-$73.05 Guitars & Stars III: April 12, 7:30 p.m., $31.45-$56.35 Up & Coming Comedy Series: April 16, 8 p.m., $16
SHERMAN THEATER
524 Main St., Stroudsburg Phone: 570.420.2808, www.shermantheater.com Dave Dzambo Memorial Concert: March 4, 6 p.m., $10 Conspirator: March 5, 9 p.m., $17 advance, $22 day of Asleep At The Wheel: March 5, 9 p.m., $17 advance, $22 day of Mac Miller: March 12, 8 p.m., $15 Elisabeth Campanelli Benefit: March 13, 3 p.m., $10 Hammer of the Gods (Led Zeppelin tribute): March 26, 8 p.m., $28 Scott Stapp: April 15, 8 p.m., $30-$48 (on sale 3/2, noon)
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119 Penn Ave., Scranton 570.589.0271 The Misery Jackals / Down to Six / Echo Whiskey Charlie: April 8, 8 p.m., $5 Ted Leo / Eww Yaboo / Langor: April 30, 8 p.m., $10 PHILADELPHIA
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334 South St., Philadelphia Phone: 215.922.1011 Rebulution: March 1-2, 8:30 p.m. Carolina Chocolate Drops / Birdie Busch: March 3, 8 p.m. The Get Up Kids / Miniature Tigers / Brian Bonz: March 4-5, 8 p.m. Good Charlotte: March 6, 7 p.m. Dawes / Deer Tick / Middle Brother: March 9, 8 p.m. Grace Potter & the Nocturnals / The Belle Brigade: March 11, 9 p.m. Crystal Castles / Teengirl Fantasy: March 15, 8 p.m. The Saw Doctors / AM Taxi: March 17, 8 p.m. CKY / Among Criminals: March 18, 9 p.m. Travie McCoy / Donnis / Black Cards / XV / Bad Rabbits: March 19, 7 p.m.
KESWICK THEATER
Easton Road-Keswick Ave, Glenside, Pa. Phone: 215.572.7650 Ron White: March 4, 8 p.m., March 5, 7 & 10 p.m. Peking Acrobats: March 5, 4 p.m., $14.50-$27 Louie Anderson: March 10, 8 p.m. Paula Poundstone: March 11, 8 p.m. Engelbert Humperdinck: March 12, 7 p.m. Will Downing: March 18, 8 p.m. David Bromberg Big Band: March 19, 8 p.m. Jeff Beck: March 25, 8 & 10:45 p.m. The Fab Faux: March 26, 8 p.m. Thin Lizzy: March 29, 8 p.m. The Johnny Clegg Band: April 1, 8 p.m. Kevin Smith: April 2, 8 p.m. David Sedaris: April 3, 7 p.m. Ralphie May, April 8, 8 p.m. Colin Hay: April 9, 8 p.m. Chris Cornell: April 10, 8 p.m. Tower of Power / Average White Band: April 15-16, 8 p.m.
TOWER THEATER
69th and Ludlow Sts. Upper Darby Phone: 610.352.2887 Furthur: March 18-20, 20-23, 7:30 p.m.
Penn State University, State College, Pa. Phone: 814.865.5555 Celtic Woman Songs From the Heart: March 24, 7:30 p.m. Elton John: March 27, 8 p.m. Yanni: March 29, 8 p.m. Lil’ Wayne: March 30, 7 p.m.
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BeBe and CeCe Winans / Mary Mary: April 8, 6 p.m. Bill Burr: April 9, 8 p.m. Imagination Movers: April 10, times vary
Cold War Kids: March 25, 8 p.m. The Legwarmers (’80s tribute): March 26, 8 p.m. Cut Copy: March 31, 7 p.m.
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Broad St., Philadelphia Phone: 215.336.3600 Elton John: March 25, 8 p.m. Lil’ Wayne: March 26, 7 p.m. ELSEWHERE IN PA
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950 Hersheypark Dr., Hershey Phone: 717.534.3911 Chris Tomlin: March 18, 7:30 p.m. NEW YORK / NEW JERSEY ∝
BEACON THEATER
2124 Broadway, New York, NY. Phone: 212.496.7070 Allman Brothers Band: March 10-26, 8 p.m. Jeff Beck: March 28, 8 p.m.
BROOME COUNTY ARENA
1 Stuart Street, Binghamton, NY Phone: 670.778.6626 Further: March 29, 7:30 p.m.
THE FILLMORE AT IRVING PLAZA
17 Irving Place, New York, N.Y. Phone: 212.777.6800 Rebelution: March 3-4, 7 p.m. The Golden Age of Hip Hop Part 3: March 5, 8 p.m. Good Charlotte: March 8, 6 p.m.
MADISON SQUARE GARDEN
7th Ave., New York, NY Phone: 212.465.MSG1 Bon Jovi: March 5 Elton John: March 16-20, 8 p.m. Rod Stewart & Stevie Nicks: March 26-April 6, 7:30 p.m.
RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL
1260 Ave. of the Americas, NY, NY Phone: 212.307.717 Bright Eyes: March 8-9, 8 p.m. Steve Harvey: March 12, 8 p.m. Celtic Woman: March 17, 8 p.m. Janet Jackson: March 18-21, 8 p.m. Cold War Kids: March 24, 8 p.m. Furthur: March 25-27, 7 p.m.
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239 52nd Street, New York, NY. Phone: 212.777.6800 Dropkick Murphys: March 10, 8 p.m., March 11, 6:30 p.m. Wiz Khalifa: March 29, 8 p.m.
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Grace Potter & the Nocturnals: March 10, 7 p.m. The Saw Doctors: March 12-13, 7 p.m. A Day To Remember: March 15, 7 p.m. Guster: March 21, 7 p.m. Volbeat: March 23, 6:30 p.m. The Dirty Heads: March 24, 7 p.m. Helmet / Saint Vitus: March 25, 6 p.m. Here Come the Mummies: March 26, 8 p.m. Dance Gavin Dance: March 27, 6:30 p.m. Mimosa: March 31, 8 p.m.
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Tres Mountains: March 23, 8 p.m. Volbeat: March 24, 7 p.m. The Dirty Heads / New Politics: March 25, 9 p.m. Brothers Past / Somata: March 26, 9 p.m. Mac Miller: March 27, 8 p.m. Omar Rodriguez Lopez Group / Zechs Marquise: March 28, 8 p.m. The Raveonettes / Tamaryn: March 30, 9 p.m. Warpaint / PVT / Family Band: April 1, 9 p.m. Civil Twilight / A Silent Film / The Rassle: April 2, 8 p.m. Marsha Ambrosius / Melanie Fiona: April 4, 9 p.m. Conspirator / Younger Brother: April 8, 9 p.m. Collie Buddz / New Kingston/ Los Rakas / DJ Kenny: April 9, 8:30 p.m. Hollywood Undead / 10 Years / Drive A: April 12, 7 p.m. The Go! Team / Dom: April 14, 8 p.m. The Mountain Goats / Megafaun: April 15, 9 p.m.
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any people probably hear the word Cyphilis and think of a very regretful night or a disgusting disease that they hope to never come across. Others around the region may hear it and get a blast from the past thinking of a hardcore metal band from Wilkes-Barre. Cyphilis, a band that formed in 2001, released four original albums and is forrmally known as Spit Can, will play its final show with Panacea and Praise the Sinner Saturday at Brews Brothers West in Luzerne before guitar player and band founder “Germ” moves to Tennessee. Cyphilis was very active in the Northeastern Pa. music scene. The group was a constant at local venues like Nightcaps, Tink’s and the Voodoo Lounge for its original music. Cyphilis, made up of Nick D, Brian, Germ and Deuce (band members asked that full names not be used in this article), ended up gaining a noticeable following not just in this area, but regionally constantly playing shows in states like Virginia, Maryland and the Carolinas. In 2006, the band members decided to change the name to Spit Can — which was the name to one of Cyphilis’ songs. According to the band’s MySpace page, the name change came from another band having legal rights to it since 1995. Lead singer Nick said that wasn’t the only reason. “The major draw back for record labels was our name,” Duvall said. “In an effort to draw more attention to ourselves from record executives we changed (the name) to Spit Can. Everyone knows how the music industry is today, so the name change really didn’t do much for us in the realm of pursing a musical career.” At the same time, he claims the switch didn’t hurt the band either. “It was the same songs and the same people,” said Nick. “It was just a simple change that didn’t affect us much. But Cyphilis was the name that we used the most, so it’s nice to go
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with 61 percent of the vote. Praise the Sinner, a relatively new band, is made up of members who were in previous bands like Strangers With Candy, Lifer, Ossuary and Lowlyfe. Fans can expect to see a show to remember Saturday. “There’s going to be a lot of people there,” Duvall said. “We are going to give 120 percent on stage. We have a great set list lined up and two outstanding opening bands. It’s going to be a fun last time.” W Cyphilis, Panacea, Praise the Sinner, Sat., March 5, 7 p.m., Brews Brother West (75 Main St., Luzerne). Info: myspace.com/spitcan, brewsbrothersbar.com
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he Farrelly Brothers, the delightfully twisted minds behind some of history’s most delightfully twisted films, bring their unique brand of twisted back to the big screen this week with “Hall Pass.” Directors Bobby and Peter Farrelly are perhaps best known for “There’s Something About Mary,” “Dumb and Dumber” and “Shallow Hal.” In “Hall Pass,” they tackle the conundrum that is marriage with their usual lack of political correctness. Actually, without correctness of any kind. Pals Rick and Fred (Owen Wilson and Jason Sudeikis) are in search of that most elusive
years into marriage. Meanwhile, the wives become very popular with a minor-league baseball team during their week away at the shore. This small plot twist helps differentiate this film from any of the standard two hours of guys trying to get laid humor Farrelly’s roll. In keeping with of creatures, sex. No matter that is the cornerstone of so tradition, the viewer is treated how hard they try, however, many films in this genre. It is to a couple “did-I-just-see-that” also a major part of what makes something always seems to get in the way. Their wives Maggie moments that rival anything in the Farrelly brothers’ films so their previous works. and Grace (Jenna Fischer and memorable. They remind the Following the mortifying Christina Applegate) handle the viewer that beneath all of the events at the party, the boys are insanity is real life; and that has constant barrage of amorous given a hall pass. This is a week two sides. advances with the standard off from marriage without any deflectionary devices of too The pressure mounts as the consequences. So while the girls week winds down. Finally, tired, headache, kids. This head off to the family beach delicate balance is crushed Rick and Fred are saved by house for the week, the boys after Rick and Fred’s antics at old friend, and party animal collect their crew together and a housewarming party lead to Coakley (Richard Jenkins). head out in search of adventure. The rich party boy still hits the public shame for both couples. Rick, Fred and friends try The Farrelly’s have always club scene every night and has every avenue from hitting up the always been idolized by both succeeded in getting the most out of their cast, and “Hall Pass” local Applebee’s to searching Rick and Fred for his conquests out the local “massage” parlor in and seemingly fabulous life. is no exception. All aspects of order to utilize their new-found With one day left on their pass, their films just seem like fun. freedom. They soon find that No mention of “good, clean Coakley takes the boys out on fun,” because that’s not how the things are a little different 15 the town to put that temporary
freedom to use. Instead, the guys realize what they already have and what they stand to lose. As with all Farrelly films, it is not only the reality of life that grounds the film. There is also the nod to the genuine warmth and importance of family or friends hidden amongst the forest of guffaws. With “Hall Pass,” they show the work required to have a successful marriage. And perhaps more importantly, what really constitutes a good marriage. Because beneath all of the outlandish lines and the “I really can’t believe I just saw that” moments that serve as the hallmark of any of their works, there is always a message. They serve as living proof that the greatest teachers help one to learn without even knowing it happened. And if there are some laughs along the way, all the better.
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curred that the quality of the demos is what sold the band. Ultimately, it was Higgenson’s call, and after cutting his own vocals for the song, he decided to go with Lopez. I suppose, like Cutler, it’s all about picking your spots. NEW BRITNEY VIDEO SPAWNS FAUX-FEUD WITH KATY PERRY Britney Spears premiered her video for “Hold It Against Me” on MTV about a week and a half ago. Most critics weighed in that while it wasn’t her strongest video, it certainly wasn’t her worst. For the most part, I was underwhelmed. A griping point of mine was the obnoxious product placement in the video. I’m a fan of product placement, and apparently, so is Katy Perry (having used it in videos of her own). But in a Twitter chat after the Spears video release, Katy wrote, “do it w/style & grace...Not so in ur face like some. U hv to get creative w/it. Some artists don’t care tho, & u can tell.” Of course, bloggers immediately assumed that Perry was referring to Britney’s latest video. The “Teenage Dream” singer insists that wasn’t her intent, and so she took back to Twitter. “Dear tabloid media aka FILTH: pls note I expressed an overall feeling bout product placement, their roles in vids & the art of them being...complimenting or sticking out… Once AGAIN, stop pitting artists..against artist for ur sensational satisfaction & stick to what ur best @: lying, gossiping, exaggerating & overall lending a hand 2 the......deterioration of a generation.” But Katy, tell us how you really feel … W Listen to The Ralphie Radio Show weekdays from 7 p.m.-midnight on 97 BHT.
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he Plain White T’s attempted to channel the joys and inspirations of the band’s youth for the latest LP “The Wonders of the Younger.” But you may be shocked to discover that next year, the T’s celebrate its 15th birthday. You’re not alone. Lead singer Tom Higgenson can’t believe it either. “Wow, holy cow,” a shocked Higgenson replied when I informed him of this on “The Ralphie Radio Show.” “It doesn’t (seem like 15 years). But you know, we started right out of high school, just a local band playing local shows.” Now they play across the states — far away from the band’s Midwest roots. But Higgenson and company are very much still in touch with Chicago, and perhaps still a little touchy on the subject of Bears’ quarterback Jay Cutler. The QB came under criticism last month during the NFC Championship game for sitting out the second half with an injury. “I think he was really hurt,” the lead singer said in defense of Cutler. “He’s a tough guy. He fought through a lot, a couple concussions through the season.” Higgenson knows a thing or two about “toughing it out” on the road; he’s no stranger to evening performances, aftershow media and early morning radio visits. According to him and Tim Lopez, there’s no alternative to playing hurt while on tour. Lopez has been with T’s for about half of the almost 15-year run and plays the role of lead singer on the band’s latest single, “Rhythm of Love.” “In the past we just had (Tom) sing,” said Lopez of material he wrote with Higgenson for the T’s prior to “Rhythm.” “This time around, the songs were persona, and thankfully, I turned in demos that were … they almost sound like the songs sound now on the record.” Lopez and Higgenson con-
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ACTORS CIRCLE AT PROVIDENCE PLAYHOUSE
(1256 Providence Rd, Scranton, reservations: 570.342.9707, www.actorscircle.org) • “Dial M for Murder:” March 25-27, April 1-3, Fri./Sat., 8 p.m., Sun., 2 p.m. $12 GA, $10 seniors, $8 students. Preview March 24, 8 p.m., $8 GA/ seniors, $6 students.
ARTWORKS GALLERY & STUDIO
(502 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 570.207.1815): • All About Theatre, special-needs teens/adults: Wed., through March 9, 6-7:30 p.m. $120, supplies included. Guides you through the process of creating/performing a story.
COUGHLIN HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA CLUB
(80 N. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.406.3976) • “All Shook Up:” March 3-5, 7 p.m., March 6, 2 p.m. An all-Elvis musical based off of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” $10 at door. Call: 570.406.3976 or e-mail iluv2act@aol.com for info.
$25-$53.50 • “A Midsummer Night’s Dream:” April 14, 10 a.m. & 7:30 p.m., $15-$27.50
meyersdramaclub@aol.com) • “Grease:” March 11-12, 7 p.m.; March 13, 1 p.m. $8 adults, $5 students/ children. E-mail for info.
THE HOUDINI MUSEUM THEATER
MUSIC BOX PLAYERS
(1433 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.342.5555) • Haunted! Mind Mysteries & The Beyond: daily at 7 p.m. March-June by reservation only. Daily at 8 p.m. July/August, reservations only, $35/person, includes free snacks, pizza and refreshments at intermission.
THE LIMELIGHT PLAYERS
(570.814.6790) • 8-Week Musical Theatre Workshop: Focuses on solo-singing, dance, scene-writing and confidence building. Call Miss Kim or e-mail StarlitSheen19@aol.com for info. Classes start soon, space limited to firstcome, first serve.
LITTLE SHINY THINGS PRODUCTIONS
(60 E. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, 570.996.1500, www.dietrichtheater.com) • Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein:” March 9-13. Wed., 7 p.m., Thurs., 10 a.m. (sold out), Fri./Sat., 7 p.m., Sun., 3 p.m. $10, call or visit ticket booth.
• Leonard Nimoy’s “Vincent:” March 25-26, dinner 6:30 p.m., show 8 p.m. at Canteen 900 (900 Rutter Ave., Forty Fort). The play relates the life of Vincent Van Gogh as told by his brother, Theo. Canteen 900 will offer a special menu and the coffee bar will be open before the show and during intermission. Show/dinner $45, show only $12. Seating limited, reservations recommended. Call 570.338.2547 to reserve.
ELECTRIC THEATRE COMPANY
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(326 Spruce St., 2nd Floor, Scranton, www.electrictheatre.org, 570.558.1515) • Richard Dresser’s “Rounding Third:” March 9-27, Wed./Thurs., 7 p.m., Fri./Sat., 7 p.m., Sun., 3 p.m. A heartwarming and funny play about coaching Little League. Call/visit website for tickets/info. $24 GA, $16 seniors, $8 students, Wed. pay what you can, Thurs. all tickets $8. Opening night celebration March 11, 8 p.m. featuring a free post-show party with the players.
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MYERS HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA CLUB
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THE PHOENIX PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
(409-411 Main St., Duryea, 570.457.3589, www.phoenixpac.vpweb.com, phoenixpac08@aol.com) • ‘Breakin’ Legs:” March 11-12, 18-19, 8 p.m., March 13, 20, 2 p.m., presented by Diva Theater. • “Fame:” April 1-2, 8-9, 8 p.m., April
SCRANTON CULTURAL CENTER
❏ Broadway Theatre League of NEPA presents: • “The Color Purple:” March 4-6, Fri., 8 p.m., Sat., 2 & 8 p.m., Sun., 1 & 6 p.m., $37-$59. • “Monty Python’s Spamalot:” April 8-10, Fri., 8 p.m., Sat., 2 & 8 p.m., sun., 1 & 6 p.m., $37-$59.
SHAWNEE PLAYHOUSE
(570.421.5093, www.theshawneeplayhouse.com) • Staged Readings: March 4, 11, 18, 8 p.m. Help select the winner of the 2011 Playwright Contest. Free, but $6 donation suggested. • “Branigan’s Blarney:” March 4-20, ft. two acts of Irish music and Celtic comedy. $18 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children under 12. Studio 411 (411 Lackawanna Ave., Olyphant, 570.589.7700) • Moliere’s “Tartuffe:” April 8-9, 15-16, 7 p.m., April 10, 2 p.m. Presented by Three Witches Productions.
WYOMING AREA SECONDARY CENTER
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“A Shore Thing” By Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi W W 1/2
Not quite a 'shore' thing By Stephanie DeBalko
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hen an author decides to write a book, that person usually either draws on a bank of pre-existing personal knowledge or engages in vast amounts of research. There is no doubt which technique was put to use by Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi in her new fictional novel, “A Shore Thing.” Just in case of any uncertainty, the person who wrote this book is the one and only Snooki of “Jersey Shore” fame, proving that sometimes, all it takes to get a book deal is a little bit of unearned fame. “A Shore Thing” follows cousins Giovanna “Gia” Spumanti, an obvious mirror image of Polizzi herself, and Isabella “Bella” Rizzoli, a dead ringer for fellow “Jersey Shore” cast mate Jenni Farley, as they embark on a summer vacation in New Jersey’s Seaside Heights. After securing gigs as a tanning technician and a trainer, respectively, the girls experience a series of ups and downs. The men they meet, from the overly physically fit (also known as “gorilla juiceheads”) to a few preppy elitists with a nasty
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(71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, 570.826.1100) • “Turandot:” March 2, 7:30 p.m., $20-$57.50 • “Avenue Q:” March 22, 7:30 p.m.,
(537 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre: 570.823.1875, www.ltwb.org) • “Sweet Charity:” March 19, 25-26, 8 p.m., March 20, 27, 3 p.m.
(196 Hughes St., Swoyersville: 570.283.2195 or 800.698.PLAY or www.musicbox.org) • “Nunsense:” March 3-6. Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m., Sun., 3 p.m. Buffet 90 min. before curtain, dinner/show, show only and group tickets available, plus discounts for seniors, students, kids. Call for reservations. • “American Stars of Tomorrow:” March 18-20. An original production for performers ages 7-20.
ulterior motive, are front and center throughout their summer adventure. And eventually, they find a way to strengthen their friendship and find themselves along the way, all while plotting revenge against their haters and maintaining an unrealistically bronzed skin tone. While it seems unfair to run a constant mental comparison to the hit show while reading “A Shore Thing,” it is impossible not to. So many themes and characters are similar, along with club names and catch phrases, that it would be virtually impossible for any reader to differentiate between the two, That said, Polizzi does make an honest attempt at creating a novel story, even though it does end up being campy and a little too cliche at times. It’s pretty likely Polizzi had more than a little editorial help in creating her literary achievement, but her own voice definitely reverberates throughout the novel. Any occasional viewer of Polizzi’s reality show would probably recognize that she regularly employs the use of the word “honestly” in question form every chance she gets, and her literary counterpart is no different. And who else but Polizzi could use the phrases “tramp clamp” and “The three D’s” with such ease and regularity? Not even the best writer or editor could make that stuff up. Gia and Bella, in their archetypal ways, are endearing characters, but it seems like they could have been further developed. Their differences in personality are distinct, but not all of their motives are entirely obvious, especially in the somewhat abrupt ending. Admittedly, reading about their tawdry exploits is entertaining, but “A Shore Thing” only scratches the surface of their individuality. To be fair, “A Shore Thing” isn’t a completely barren work of fiction. Like its author, the novel is a little bit trashy, but was meant with good intentions, and clearly isn’t meant to be taken too seriously. Just as one doesn’t expect an informative history lesson when tuning into “Jersey Shore,” it shouldn’t be expected that Snooki’s book would deliver anything but light, good-natured fun. Which it does, gorilla juiceheads and all.
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Mountaingrown “We all as humans want to be loved and to love someone. To have that unconditional love.” Dayna Jarae Dantzler
Dayna Jarae Dantzler as Celie in ‘The Color Purple.’
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he world is full of hardship and pain. Many struggle to rise up out of personal darkness and find their way to shine. But love is still a theme in the darkest moments of life, even if we are unable to see it. And for those who do see it, love is like a beautiful song that inspires us to keep trying. “The Color Purple: The Musical about Love,” will be presented at the Scranton Cultural Center, beginning on Friday, March 4 and running through Sunday, March 6. Based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, “The Color Purple” tells the story of a woman named Celie who, despite a life filled with adversity, gains the strength to triumph over it and find her voice in the world. Dayna Jarae Dantzler, who plays Celie, said this is a beautiful story, its main theme being love. “It’s about this woman who is constantly abused and neglected
as a child,” she said. “Her only love is really her sister who has been taken away from her. She goes through life just feeling unworthy of anything.” Celie eventually finds herself having relationships with strong women — her friend Sophia, played by Pam Trotter, and her love Shug Avery, played by Taprena Augustine — and through this, is able to find her true voice and come into her own. “We’ve all felt a sense of longing,” she said. “We all as humans want to be loved and to love someone. To have that unconditional love. There is going to be loss, but there will always be gain.” Dantzler said the production is filled with incredible music, including gospel, jazz, soul and r&b, and while it does focus a lot on love, explores other themes of the human spirit such as forgiveness, sorrow and redemption. She said that it is filled with plenty of funny and joyful moments despite the often dark themes of the production, and has many big, showstopping numbers.
First opening on Broadway in 2005, “The Color Purple” has been nominated for 11 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. It ran for more than two years on Broadway before going out on a national tour. Directed by Gary Griffin, the production features a libretto by Pulitzer Prize-winner Marsha Norman, music and lyrics by Grammy Award-winning composers/lyricists Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray and choreography by Donald Byrd. Dantzler said that she has been part of the current ensemble for more than a year, and it has been an incredible journey with a strong group that has become like family. She also said that she had been nervous about playing a role that has been held by such women as Whoopi Goldberg, who played Celie in Steven Spielberg’s film version. “It’s been an honor, though, to be a Celie amongst all these incredible women that have played her before,” Dantzler said. While the situations that Celie deals with are unfathomable to most people — such as being pregnant at age 14 with her second child, being beaten by both her stepfather and husband and becoming a slave in her own home — Dantzler feels that Alice Walker’s character is a person that we can all learn from. “I’m still constantly learning from her every single night,” she said. “I think it’s a show that everyone can benefit from and everyone will enjoy.” W ‘The Color Purple,’ March 4-5, 8 p.m., March 5, 2 p.m., March 6, 1 & 6 p.m., Scranton Cultural Center (420 N. Washington Ave.). Tickets: $37-$59. Info: 570.346.7369, scrantonculturalcenter.com, colorpurple.com
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By Charles Gregory Woods Weekender Correspondent
What makes great art 'great'? Read all the art how-to books you can — and then forget them! Great art cannot be taught at all.
Francis Bacon’s ‘Study for the Head of George Dyer.’
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depth nor technique — in and of themselves — will guarantee great, or even good, work. There is also no subject, either, that will compel an artwork, say, a painting, to be great. Say you want to do a work on death or love or redemption. One is perfectly capable of doing a crappy work on death, love or redemption. So what, then, makes a painting “great” or “good?” People say that judging art is subjective, and that, no doubt, is true. However, so is truth (see the various systems of string theory) and goodness (the sages have been arguing
for millennium over “just wars”) to some extent, and of necessity, even. For as Hegel said 200 years ago, human beings are geist, which translates to “spirit” or “mind.” So, for me at least, robotic, though even excellent technique, or trying to work as a mindless camera, is not the way to strive for a great painting or a great photograph. Now, to totally confuse my reader. I will state that all the things I said weren’t that important are of course very important. Opposites coincide! Yet none of them can stand alone. There are even times where
me on this! So if you want to paint a great painting — or write a great novel, or play a great song in addition to all the stuff that is necessary to learn —try some zen-like unlearning. Without that, we would not have had a Monet or a Cezanne, and we would still be looking at a lot of often lifeless academic work. So what is art? What is great art or even just good art? I cannot say even if I knew, for it, like the Tao, cannot be said, cannot be told, cannot be revealed. But don’t despair my fellow artist, or art lover. They are not different! For it can be sought for, it can be adored and it can be loved. And if you seek for it, and adore it, and love it, it will most assuredly be given and revealed to you. For the artist what Jesus said is true, “Seek and you will find”. And as I always say — after all this maybe too profound melodrama — just have fun! For I have little doubt The Great Artist does, and is — always. Now. He made the Giraffe! Can you hear Her laughing? W
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have been pondering this headline while recently reviewing very talented artists. For example, David Tinsley, who I reviewed two weeks, who painted 3,500 paintings in 10 years. Is being prolific important? It helps, because the more you do the more the magic can slip in. But nothing — happily — is an assurance for creating art. Why is this? Because nothing that has ever been thought about great art makes it a system for producing it. Neither realism nor expressionism nor proportion nor coherence nor good color nor originality nor
you can break many valid rules and still create great art. But one must know what one is doing or have a happy accident. Great art is a happy accident. Some artists, even great ones, say that they plan out every line before they draw or paint. I would bet a dime to a dollar, though, that if the artwork came out really great they were surprised by something and even found or discovered something — and not only made something. In great and even good art we are moved. We feel things. We think things. We try to understand the artwork endlessly. That moving Kant thought — as an art viewer — of the imagination, is what makes a work of art “great.” Kant did not think though that there was anything to be found in art, though we just keep looking. I am more in harmony with Hegel who thought that art was geist— spirit, or The Absolute in sensible form, and therefore had truth to it. An artwork is not comprehensible not because it has nothing to understand, but because, like God, it is infinitely capable of being understood. I have said before that great art is transparent to God, being or experience. Therefore there has to be energy — even great spiritual energy — involved in the making of art. A flattened personality, energy-less, and without great life will — and can only — create flattened, energy-less and lifeless art. Who but a van Gogh could paint like a van Gogh?! So read all the art how-to books you can — and then forget them! Great art cannot be taught at all. I assume that all true teachers will agree with
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8th Annual C.A.S.U.A.L. Day, a dress-down day in memory of Helen Phillips for Colon cancer Awareness Saves Unlimited Adult Lives March 31 throughout NEPA. Northeastern Pennsylvania. T-shirts $15, pins $5, all proceeds benefit Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. Call 800.424.6724 or visit www.cancernepa.org. A Night At The Races March 5, 6-10:30 p.m. at Independent Hall (66 S. Sprague Ave., Kingston). $20, includes horse, all you can eat/drink, BYOB, plus raffles, music, more. Proceeds benefit cancer patients and families. $10 horse only. Call 570.714.8800 for info. The Arc of Luzerne County Annual Awards Dinner March 3 at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs (1280 Route 315, Plains Twp.). Cash bar 5 p.m., dinner 6 p.m., $50. Call 570.970.7739 or e-mail info@thearcofluzernecounty.org for info. Benefit for Peter K. Menzies March 5, beginning at 2 p.m. at River Grille in Plains Twp. Features basket raffles, live entertainment, silent auction. Menzies suffers from Hodgkins Lymphoma. Fight for Air Walk June 4, 10 a.m., King’s College Betzler Field, ages 8+, walk the dry or watersprinkler route. Features complimentary lunch post walk at Mohegan Sun. RSVP by April 14. Call 570.823.2212 or visit www.lunginfo.org/wbwalk for info.
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Gimme Some Sugar fundraiser March 19, Molly’s Cozy Corner (1324 Prospect Ave., Scranton) to help artist Samantha Blinn get to the 2011 Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards, where she’ll be gifting her custom-made jewelry. $10 at door, includes appetizers, features carnival games, darts, raffles and more. Keep on Keepin’ On Elisabeth Campanelli Benefit Concert March 13, 3 p.m. at Sherman Theater (524 Main St., Stroudsburg). Features High Strung, Dakini, The Backwoods Experiment, Liquid Sunshine, Cabient, Brianna Storm and Juggling Suns with special guest Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth, as well as an Art & Music Memorabilia
Silent auction. $10, tickets available at shermantheater.com or at box office. Proceeds benefit 16-year-old Campanelli, who has been battling a brain tumor since 2008.
Longaberger Basket Bingo April 16, noon. Features food, 50/50, Chinese auction. Tickets $25 for 20 regular games and five specials, proceeds benefit Crohns and Colitis Foundation of America. Call Brigette, 570.225.1071 for tickets/info. Make-A-Wish (800.480.WISH, www.wishgreaterpa.org) events: • Race for Wishes derby celebration: April 8, 7-10 p.m. at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs (1280 Route 315, Plains Twp.). The evening of racing, cocktails and contenders benefits MakeA-Wish Foundation. $85/person includes three hours of open bar and five food stations. Kentucky Derby dress encouraged, features entertainment, raffles, auctions. Call 341.9474 or e-mail raceforwishes@comcast.net for info or to RSVP. Operation Empty Arms, for Randy and Alicia Conley to raise funds for adoption or surrogacy (operationemptyarms@yahoo.com, 570.239.8401) • Bingo Night: March, 26, 5 p.m., Nanticoke American Legion (23 W. Broad St., Nanticoke) Free admission, $1 bingo cards, basket raffles, bake sale, more. Praise The Roof, a Battle-ofthe-Church-Bands Benefit for Monroe County Habitat For Humanity April 30, 6 p.m. at The Sherman Theater (524 Main St., Stroudsburg). $10. Spring Fling April 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Salvation Army Gym, Tamaqua. Vendors include jewelry, handbags, gourmet foods, more. Bake sale, 50/50, Chinese auction, proceeds benefit Crohns and Colitis Foundation of America. Call Brigette, 570.225.1071 for info. United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA’s 11th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration March 4, 6-10 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel, Scranton. Features dinner buffet, fortune tellers, Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars, table games, prizes. $60 per person, tables of eight or 10 available. Proceeds benefit Angel’s Attic, a food and clothing bank. Call 570.346.0759 for tickets, limited number available at door.
Volunteers of America (25 N. River St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.825.5261) • Celebrity Dinner: May 4, Genetti’s in Wilkes-Barre. Guest speaker: Tim Brown. $100 adults, $50 students accompanied by adult. A VIP reception with Brown planned as silent auction, limited number of tickets available. Wyoming Valley Children’s Association (570.288.4350) • Motorcycle & Powersports Show: March 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Kingston Armory (109 Armory Market St.). $5 admission, children 8- free. Proceeds benefit WVCA. Call 570.288.4350 for info. • 5K Run and Kids Fun Run: April 27, 6 p.m. Race begins at River Commons Millennium Circle and runs through Kirby Park. Post-race bash and happy hour Rodano’s on Public Square, Wilkes-Barre for race participants, supporters and friends of WVCA from 7-9 p.m. • 19th Annual Walk-a-thon: April 30, 10 a.m. at WVCA building in Forty Fort. Family-friendly post-walk party immediately after for all participants.
EVENTS Asbury United Methodist Church (720 Delaware St., Scranton, 570.343.1035) • Hoagie Sale: every third Thurs. $4, includes chips. Call to place orders, pick up in church kitchen 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Bus trip to Amy Grant/Michael W. Smith concert March 6, departs from Chinchilla Waverly United Methodist Church (411 Layton Rd., Clarks Summit). $118/person includes transportation, dinner at Plain & Fancy Farm Restaurant, show, tax and gratuities. Sponsored by WUMC and arranged by Tonylou Productions & Tours. Chicory House and Folklore Society events: • New England Contra dance: March 5, 7:30 p.m., Church of Christ Uniting (Sprague Ave., Kingston). Features music by Fingerpyx. $9 adults, $24 families. Call 570.333.4007 or visit folkloresociety.org for info. Chinchilla Hose Company (Shady Lane Rd., 570.586.5726, www.chcfire.net) • Annual Pizza Sale: March 9, 2-7 p.m. and every Fri. through Lent. Red, white and white broccoli square
pizza available. Proceeds benefit the firehouse. Call to order or walk-in. Choral Arts of Luzerne County (www.choralartslc.org) • “Mozart’s Requiem:” April 15, 7:30 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Wilkes-Barre, April 16, 7:30 p.m. at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, Conyngham. Visit website for more info. Dietrich Theater (60 E. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, 570.996.1500, www.dietrichtheater.com) calendar of events: ❏ Kids Classes: • Quilting: Wed., through March 30, 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 6+. $6/class. Learn traditional quilting techniques to create quilt with double pinwheel pattern. • Drawing & Painting, ages 4-6: March 5, 10-10:45 a.m.; Mommy & Me, ages 3-5: March 4, 12:30-1:15 p.m.; ages 6-12: March 4, 4-5:30 p.m., $35 per class series. • Around the World, ages 5-12: Tues., March 8, 15, 22, 29, 4-5 p.m. Celebrates the Everhart Museum’s collection of artifacts from 5,000 years of history. Free, call to register. • Little People & Nature, ages 2 1/2-5: Series 1: Tues., March 8, 15, 22, 10-11 a.m.; Series 2: Wed., March 2, 9, 16, 23, 10-11 a.m. Kids and adults will explore and learn about various nature topics each week. Free. • Mixed Media Preschool Art: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 10-10:45 a.m.; Mommy & Me: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 12:30-1:15 p.m.; Ages 6-12: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 4-5:30 p.m. Create pottery, paintings, more. Call to register. ❏ Intergenerational Classes: • Quilting, ages 13+: Wed., through March 30, 6-7:30 p.m. $6/class. Learn traditional quilting techniques while creating classic “snail’s tails” quilt. • Karate demo: March 19, 11 a.m. with Kevin Robinson of Robinson’s Martial Arts Studio. Free. ❏ Adult Classes: • Knit a Neck Cozy: March 14, 7 p.m. $25. Learn to create a neck cozy pattern. Knowledge of knitting basics required. • Crochet a Shawl: March 8, 22, 7 p.m. $35. Learn to read simple crochet pattern to crochet shawl. • Jewelry Making Intro to Glass Fusing: March 14, 28, 6-9 p.m. $60. Learn basics of small piece fused glass work. • Sign Language for Beginners: Thurs., March 17, April 7, 21, May 12, 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 16+. $60. • Sign Language Level 1: Thurs.
March 17, April 7, 21, May 12, 26, 7:308:30 p.m., $50. • Basketry, Natural Windowsill Basket: April 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., ages 16+, $65. Create small rectangular checker work base, mold-woven basket, all materials supplied. ❏ Special Events: • Karate Demo: March 19, 11 a.m. Free, all-ages. Free. Presents traditional karate forms/weaponry + self defense. First Presbyterian Church of Clarks Summit (300 School St., 570.586.6306, www.fpccs.org) ❏ Arts at First Presbyterian, free, but donations accepted. Call or visit website for info. • Jacque Tara Washington: March 13, 4 p.m., ft. life and music of Billie Holiday with Presbybop Quartet. Reception follows. • Mainstreet Brass Quintet: April 10 Jim Thorpe events: ❏ 2011 Jim Thorpe Burlesque Festival April 1-3 (www.JimThorpeBurlesque.org) • The Fundraiser Gala: April 1, 7-8 p.m., at Mauch Chunk Opera House (14 W. Broadway). Burlesque show headlined by Seattle’s Jacqueline Hyde, proceeds benefit preservation/ renovation of MCOH. • The Big Reveal: April 2, 7-8 p.m., MCOH (14 W. Broadway). Burlesque show headlined by Chicago’s Red Hot Annie. A competitive performance with $1,000 first prize and Crystal Corset Award by Dragontown Corsets. • The Burlesque Bazaar & Burlesque Classes: April 2-3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Memorial Hall (101 E. 10th St.) Bazaar open to public and features vendors with jewelry, corsets, lingerie, more. Register for classes to learn dancing, costuming and more. The Junior League of Scranton • Cinderella’s Closet: April 14 at Scranton Cultural Center (420 N. Washington Ave.). Event is to help all high school girls have an opportunity to go to the prom in a dress of their choice. $10 admission. Drop off dates for donated dresses March 28, 30, 6-8 p.m.; April 2, 9-11 a.m.; April 5, 6-9 p.m. at The Tripp House (1011 N. Main Ave., Scranton). Visit www.juniorleagueofscranton.org for info. Misericordia University events (www.misericordia.edu,
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Agnes Cummings and Bob Shlesinger pose by a bust of their friend the late Jason Miller on Courthouse Square in Scranton.
Revisiting a 'Championship' By Rich Howells
Special to the Weekender
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ith the revival of the award-winning play “That Championship Season” on Broadway this March, the name Jason Miller has been making national headlines again, as he did throughout his storied career. While many remember him as Father Damien Karras in the 1973 film “The Exorcist” or the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of the show that has attracted an all star-cast, two longtime friends of Miller living in his hometown remember him simply as Jason. Bob Shlesinger and Agnes Cummings of the Scranton Public Theatre, where Miller served as artistic director for 16 years, certainly have their own insights into “That Championship Season” and their personal perceptions on the man himself, being closer to him than most in a town full of citizens with their own Miller stories. Meeting Miller hlesinger had his first conversation with Miller in 1981, stopping him in the street to tell him what a big fan he was. In 1982, Miller cast him in a small role for a film version of “That Championship Season.” When Miller moved back to Scranton in fall of 1986, he joined Scranton Public Theatre as its artistic director and they opened that season with
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“The Odd Couple.” “His mother and father were getting old, and he wanted to spend some time with them. Plus he was sick and tired of Hollywood,” Shlesinger said of Miller’s return. “He told me, ‘I was too young to be able to handle the fame.’” Cummings played many roles on stage with Miller over the years and was helping him type up a still unfinished play he was working on called “Me and Potatohead” about he and his son before his untimely death in 2001. ’That Championship Season’ iller would have much rather been known universally for “That Championship Season” and not “The Exorcist,” as theater was his first love, Shlesinger said. He ended up writing and directing a film version of the play in 1982, which was filmed in Scranton, where the play is set, and Taylor. “He had never directed a film before, much in the same way he had never acted in a film before ‘The Exorcist,’” Shlesinger said. Originally, “Exorcist” director William Friedkin was going to direct, with George C. Scott playing the role of the Coach, but when Scott wanted to change the dialogue, he and Miller “almost got into a fist fight,” Shlesinger said. William Holden died after accepting the role, Friedkin backed out, and
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570.674.6372, box office 674.6719): • Nursing students diaper collection: Through May 6 to benefit Angelic Diaper Ministries, Inc. of Dallas. Drop off in the Dept. of Nursing offices, 2 nd floor, College of Health Sciences bldg. or Banks Student Life Center lobby. For info, call 674.6474 or visit www.misericordia.edu/nursing. • Gas Drilling Awareness Coalition: March 7, 7:30 p.m., Insalaco Hall, rooms 216-217. Call 719.9986 for info. • Lecture: “Understanding Relationship Violence: Perpetrators & Victims:” March 18, noon-1:15 p.m. in McGowan Room of Bevevino Library by Wind Goodfriend, principal investigator for the Institute for the Prevention of Relationship Violence. Free and open to the public, but reservations required by calling 674.8008 or e-mailing anordstr@misericordia.edu. • Lecture by psychologist, professor and author Carol Gilligan, Ph.D.: April 1, 7:30 p.m., Lemmond Theater, Walsh Hall. Q&A/book signing follows in observance of National Women’s History Month. Mount Airy Casino Resort • Signature Sunday Jazz Brunch: every Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $24.95. Includes brunch and live music by Marko Marcinko.
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There will be an opening reception for the exhibit “Outlands,” which features recent paintings by James Barney at ArtWorks Gallery & Studio (503 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton) Friday, March 4 from 6-9 p.m. There will be an artist talk at 6:30 p.m. and music by Joe Pollock. Barney’s work will be on display through March 26. Gallery hours are Tuesday-Friday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For more info, visit artworksnepa.com or call 570.207.1815.
-Board Game Night: Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. -Open Computer Lab: Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m., Saturday 1-4 p.m. Pocono Mountain Events • Snowmobiling at Mount Airy (www.mountairycasino.com, 877.682.4791): through March, Call to reserve. Day rates $40 per half-hour for single, $60 for double. Children under 10 free. Night rates $45 per half hour for single, $65 for double. • Mardi Gras on Main (www.visithonesdalepa.com, 570.253.5492): March 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit historic downtown Honesdale to celebrate Mardi Gras. • 34th Public Maple Sugaring Day (www.mcconservation.org, 570.629.3060): March 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $5 adults, $3 children under 12. Features tour of Sugarbush, early pioneer methods of making maple syrup, more. • Mid Atlantic Snowboard Series Slope Style (www.skicamelback.com, 570.629.1661): March 5, registration 8 a.m., must pay USASA fees and cost of lift ticket. All welcome. • 9th Annual Chili and Wing Cook Off (www.lakeregioncc.com, 800.678.5907): March 6, noon-4 p.m., RSVP required, judge for $20/person. No charge for contestants. • Wine Circle: Chardonnay: More Than California (www.hotelfauchere.com, 570.409.1212): March 11, $35/ person, Special Delmonico Room dinners available after Wine Circle for additional $85/person or $160 with wine pairing for each course. RSVP required. Scranton Cultural Center (420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton) • Thursday Talks: Home: March 3, 6
p.m., 4th floor. $6. • Dinner at the Theatre: March 4-5, April 8, 6 p.m., 2nd floor, $25, featuring catering by Larry Nicolais, Jr. • St. Patrick’s Post-Parade Party: March 12, grand ballroom. Free, features music by Kilrush. St. Michael’s Church (corner of Church/Winter Sts., Old Forge, 570.457.2875) • Clam Chowder & Bread Sale: Order by March 7, pick up March 11, 1-5 p.m., $5/quart or loaf. • Pierogie Sale: Order by March 11, pick up March 15, 2-5 p.m. $5/dozen. Call Mary, 570.586.2632; Sandra, 457.9280 or the church hall, call to order. St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church (540 N. Main Ave., Scranton, 570.343.7165) • Pierogi Sale every Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. St. Patrick Day’s Dinner/ Dance: March 19, 7 p.m.-midnight at RR 1 Box 161, Harveys Lake, 570.639.5016, fundraiser for Annual Kid’s Fishing Derby. Tickets available at legion or by calling 630.2240. Must be 21 to attend. Tunkhannock Public Library (220 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, 570.836.3835) • Bird ID for Beginners, ages 6-11 with parents: March 18, 10-11 a.m. Youth Presentations for homeschoolers. Free. Call to register. The University of Scranton events: ❏ Schemel Forum — session fees vary and reservations are required. Space is limited and registrations accepted on a first-come, first-
Waverly Community House (1115 N. Abington Rd., Waverly, 570.586.8191, www.waverlycomm.org) events: • Promoting Closeness with Your Family When you Have No Time: March 11, 7 p.m. • Taking Care of Yourself When you Have No Time: April 1, 7 p.m.
HISTORY Lackawanna Historical Society (The Catlin House, 232 Monroe Avenue, Scranton, 570.344.3841) • “Frances Slocum: Child of Two Americas:” March 13, 2 p.m. Explores life of young Pa. girl kidnapped by Indians in 1778.
LEARNING Adult Kung Fu (Kung Fu & Tai Chi Center, Wilkes-Barre: 570.829.2707) Ongoing classes. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Study of Chinese Martial Art open hand and weapons sets. Mondays, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Class covers Chinese style theories, concepts and applications. “Sport” fighting concepts explained and practiced. ArtWorks Gallery & Studio (502 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 570.207.1815): • Pictures in Clay: March 10, 17, 6-8 p.m. $60, supplies included. Bring a favorite photo to learn to transfer it onto clay tile. 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, every Thurs., 7-9 p.m. $10. Back Mountain Martial Arts Center & Mountaintop Karate Center For more 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, and 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, and Sivananda Yoga (Mountaintop): Mon., Wed., Fri., 4:30-9 p.m. Bellydance classes: • Mon., 5:15 p.m., La Nota House of Dance (135 Main St., Luzerne).$12. • Tues., 5:30 p.m., Beauty Lies Within (32 Forrest St., Wilkes-Barre). $12. Carbondale Chiropractic Center (267 Brooklyn St., 570.282.1240, www.carbondalechiropractic.com). • Run with Doc: Sun. 9-10 a.m. at Lake Scranton. Jog around Lake Scranton with Dr. Andrew Rivera. Visit Website for info. Core Chiropractic Center (180 United Penn Plaza, Kingston, 570.718.1672) • Clearing Your Karma: March 10, 6:30-8 p.m. Workshop helps you release karmic patterns, $35. Preregistration required, call Kathryn at 417.9662. Dance Contours (201 Bear Creek Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.0152, www.dancecontours.com) • Adult classes in ballet, tap, lyrical, CardioSalsa, ballroom dance. • Children/teen classes in ballet, tap, CheerDance, HipTech Jazz, a funky form of dance developed by Jennifer Magnotta, blending basic Jazz Technique with the styles of street dance and hip hop. • Zumba classes for adults: Tues., 6 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. First class free. • Adult ballet: Sat. morn. Downtown Arts at Arts YOUniverse (47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.970.2787, www.artsyouniverse.com) • Kids Craft Hour with Liz Revit: Sat., 10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Make jewelry, paper mache, bead making, more. $15, includes supplies. For info or to register, call 817.0176. • Traditional Egyptian Belly Dance: Wed., beginners 6-7 p.m.; intermediate 7-8 p.m. intermediate. $10. Call 343.2033 for info. • Tribal Fusion Dance: Thurs., beginners 6-7 p.m.; intermediate 7-8 p.m. $10. Call 836.7399 for info. • Cabaret with Helena: Sat., 4:30 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 553.2117 for info. Drawing & Painting Classes with Georgiana Cray Bart, WilkesBarre. Beginner to advanced, all media, all subjects Includes pencil, charcoal, oil, acrylic, pastel, colored pencil and more. 570.947.8387, gcraybart@aol.com, www.gcraybart-artworks.com • Adult, ages 13+, Mon., noon-4 p.m., Tues., 6-9 p.m. • Children, ages 8-10: Tues., 5-6 p.m.,
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The Osterhout Free Library events (71 S. Franklin St., WilkesBarre, www.osterhout.info, 570.823.0156, ext. 217) • Open Computer Lab: Mon./Wed., 5-8 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. • Board Game Night: Mon., 6:30-8 p.m. Pick from selected games or bring your own. • ESL basic computer classes: March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 30, 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Classes limited to 10 people, call 821.1959 to register. • Dr. Dan Golaszewski and David Golaszewski discuss how to turn New Year’s resolutions into revolutions: March 5, 11 a.m., please RSVP. Light refreshments served. -Socrates Café Discussion Group: March 10, 6:30-8 p.m. -Computer Classes for English as a Second Language: Saturdays beginning March 5, 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. -Smart-Phone Clinic: March 7, 6-8 p.m., smart phone geeks will discuss, demonstrate, and answer questions about smart phones. -“Facebook” for Seniors: March 8, 6-8 p.m. -Knitting Group: March 5, 19, 10:30 a.m.-noon. -Meet the Author and Book signing: March 12, 5 p.m., Rebekah Armusik author of Memoirs of a Gothic Soul. -Franklin St. Sleuths Book Discussion: March 17, 6:30 p.m., discussion of The Black Camel by Earl Derr Biggers
served basis. Call 941.7816 or e-mail fetskok2@scranton.edu to register • “Italian Filmmaking: How it Influenced World Cinema:” Mon., through March 14, 5-9 p.m. with Joseph Rettura, a cameraman and film editor.
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the past three years. “We’ve tried to keep things current. We wanted to find something that’s representative of what we do when “Bernie and I’ve been talking about we’re out on the street,” he said, art form waiting to happen. These are though he was quick to point out that having a show for awhile,” Ross said street photographers like Rolfe Ross not all the photos, like one he took of while sitting with the Weekender and Bernie Andreoli. an older gentleman in his kitchen, were Longtime friends who met roughly and Andreoli in the Outrageous coffeehouse, which, like both galleries, from the streets. “It’s these little slices 15 years ago as members of the of time that you take where you just Scranton-based Northeast Photography is in The Laundry building. “We had feel there’s something happening.” Club, Ross and Andreoli have traveled to find some pictures that we haven’t SHOOT FIRST, ASK extensively together from the beaches shown before and then come up with a name,” of Florida to Cuba, New York City PERMISSON LATER “That was a struggle,” Andreoli and California’s Napa Valley equipped ndreoli and Ross often travel with their digital cameras and an eagle- said, chuckling. with two other photographers; “We had ‘Random this,’ and eye for The Perfect Shot — or several. the foursome splits up when ‘Random that,’ and we finally got A few of these “photographic they get to their destination. ‘Random Moments,’ which really adventures,” as the two call it, will “Because everybody has a different represents what this work is — be on display in an exhibit called vision and a different interest,” Ross actually what all street photography is explained. “I’m looking for some “Random Moments” at Camerawork because they’re only moments,” Ross activity, or I’m looking for the light, Gallery inside Marquis Art & Frame said. in Scranton March 4-30. An opening especially the light.” Andreoli shared that most of the 25 reception will be held Friday, March Andreoli, on the other hand, gets the black-and-white pictures that make up big picture, so to speak. 4 from 6-8:30 p.m. as part of First “It’s funny, sometimes I go out and “Random Moments” were shot within Friday.
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h, Fla., and a photo Ross took at La Festa Italiana in Scranton. “I had a 4x5 speed Graflex which was the press camera,” he said. “The flashbulbs were as big as a light bulb, there were no strobes. I used to go to basketball games and park under the basket because there were no zoom lenses. I’d have two newspaper-boy bags; one would have film holders in A LIFELONG PASSION it, the other would have flashbulbs.” oth Andreoli, 51, and Ross, Ross didn’t have too much of a 76, first picked up cameras in their youth, and clearly, today’s problem transitioning from film to advances and foolproof digital cameras digital. “Who doesn’t like instant are far different than what these two gratification?” he asked. “Digitally, photographers used most of their life. you push a button, and there it is, no Andreoli, an engineer by day, waiting two weeks or whatever it takes received his first camera at age 6. “It was a Savoy plastic camera that to process the film.” Andreoli, on the other hand, was took 120 film, and it’s sitting in my more wary of making the jump. In fact, studio on my shelf — I still have it,” he shot film for his wedding business he said. Ross, a semi-retired project manager until 2005. “I struggled a little bit — the quality for a construction company, has been of the early digital cameras didn’t thrill “making pictures since I was 15” and was the photography editor at his high me,” he explained. “Canon finally school in Williamsport. came out with a 5D, which is a full-
the same token, you want to be a little bit anonymous.” Ross agreed. “The bottom line is what Bernie said. If you ask permission when you have seen a moment, that moment’s gone.”
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amerawork began about five years ago as a vision of Ross, Michael Poster and Ivana Pavelka. The three each had photographs from county fairs and wanted to showcase them in a joint exhibit, but they didn’t know where. “In those days, the gallery situation for photographers was very difficult,” Ross recalled. “In my opinion, a lot of galleries really weren’t interested in photography, so it was a dilemma to try and find a venue.” The trio thought about renting a space to make a gallery, but that led to further questions like how they would afford the space, who would run it, etc. “Michael mentioned it to (Marquis Art & Frame owner) Ken Marquis, who said he had this space downstairs that was finished, and we could have something there,” Ross said. “We did have our show, and we’ve been there ever since.” Unlike other galleries which are multi media, Camerawork shows only photography. Ross, Pavelka and now, Andreoli, who stepped in upon Poster’s relocating, are the gallery’s directors. Camerawork has hosted 30 shows in the past five years “We don’t take any money out of it, in fact, we put money into it,” Ross said. Andreoli stated the reason for that is simple. “We do it for the art.” W
“Random Moments,” recent photographs by Bernie Andreoli and Rolfe Ross, March 4-30 at Camerawork Gallery (515 Center St., Scranton). Opening reception Fri., March 4, 6-8:30 p.m. nfo: cameraworkgallery.org, 570.510.5028
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hoot, and sometimes I feel like a dog niffing around for a bone,” he said with a laugh. “I’m just looking around at everything, seeing everything. It’s almost overwhelming at times.” When they do find that perfect hot, person or moment, it might be urprising to hear that Andreoli and Ross prescribe to the school of “shoot first, ask permission later,” especially considering how close they need to get o their subjects using their short-focalength lenses. “I just walk up, make the picture and usually give them a little smile afterward,” Andreoli said. “There’s imes when you want to make that pontaneous image, like someone aking a drag of a cigarette, and if you ay, ‘Hey, can I take your picture?’, hat’s not going to work. “I try to make the picture first, and hen I deal with any consequences that have later. You want to get down and get involved with some people, but in
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frame high-resolution camera, and that’s when I realized I could make this jump. “It felt right to me. I was able to see and feel pictures with that. Once I switched to digital, I can’t imagine ever having to go back.”
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ages 11-12, Mon., 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Portfolio instruction for the college bound • Private instruction available.
Harris Conservatory for the Arts (545 Charles St. Luzerne, 570.287.7977 or 718.0673) • Instrumental Music Instruction: Call for info. • Private Ballroom Lessons: Call for info. • Private Vocal Instruction: Tues. evenings. Call for info. • Dragons’ Tale Karate: Mon., 5:30-7 p.m.; Wed., 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 5+. Call for info. • Tumbling: Fri., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Ages 5+. $30/month.
Drawing and Painting Lessons: An established realist painter will teach techniques of old masters to serious students, as well as those wishing to enhance skills. Private lessons available Fri.-Sun. Visit artist’s studio in Wilkes-Barre at no obligation. To schedule, call 570.820.0469, e-mail bekshev@yahoo.com or visit artist’s Website at www.artistvs.com. Drums, Guitar, Bass, Piano, Vocals & Recording Lessons, Mon.-Sat. at C&C Music Center & Recording Works, Hazleton. 12 instructors available to teach songs, music theory, reading, song writing technique and record engineering. For more information call 570.454.6105. Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org) • “Everybody’s Art” New Series of Adult Art Classes: $25/workshop for members, $30 non-members. Preregistration required. Extreme M.M.A.(2424 Old Berwick Rd., Bloomsburg. 570.854.2580) • MMA Class: Mon., Wed., 6-7 p.m. First visit free. Learn wrestling fundamentals and basic Brazilian JuJitsu No Gi techniques. Call for info. • Boxing/Kickboxing Fitness Class: Mon., Wed., 7-8 p.m. First visit free. Non-combative class. • Personal Training: Call 317.7250 for info.
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Fazio’s Hapkido Do Jang (61 Main St., Luzerne, 570.239.1191) Now accepting new students. Children (age 7-12) Mon./Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Teen/adult Mon./Wed., 6:45-8:15 p.m.; Tues.-Thurs., 6:30-8 p.m. Private lesson also available. Learn Hapkido, the Korean martial art that uses natural movements unlocking hidden powers of strength and confidence. Self defense applications included in every class. Cost $50 monthly, no contract. 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, beginner through advanced. Bring in a CD and we’ll teach you the songs. We teach: Music Theory, Ear Training, Reading, Song Writing, & Arranging. Develop Improvisational Skills. Create Demos. Hands-on Workstation. Guitar & Amp Rental Packages. Gift Certificates. Now Offering Beginner Drum Lessons. Call 570.788.4797 for
Dimensions In Dance lessons at Phoenix Theater Adult classes: Mon., 6-8 p.m., includes jazzercise and ballet boot camp. Thurs., 6-8 p.m., includes jazzercise and tap. Kid classes: Wed., 5:30-8:30 p.m., includes tap, ballet/hip hop, and hip hop/jazz. Thurs., 8-9 p.m., includes Fosse jazz. $10. Call Lee to register 991.1817. La Nota House of Dance (135 Main St., Luzerne, 570.714.7934, lanotadance@yahoo.com) • Friday Night Practice Parties: Features practice of dance steps. $5. Call for more info. • Ladies Unite with Luanne: Mon., 7 p.m. Group dancing, no partners needed. Learn new steps, body movement, styling, shine patterns, more. Two groups available, for fun only or for performance. Call for info. • Ballroom dancing for seniors: Wed., 1-3 p.m. Features performances, lessons, games. $5 NEPA Bonsai Society (Midway Garden Center, 1865 Hwy. 315, Pittston, 570.654.6194, www.myspace.com/nepabonsai). Monthly meeting last Wed. of every month, 7 p.m. at center. Features business sessions and demonstrations/programs/workshops Northeast Photography Club (www.northeastphotographyclub.org) meets the first Wed. of each month at 7 p.m., in the boardroom of Prime Med (old Wes Freedman Building) off Morgan Hwy., (first parking lot on the left, just below Allied Complex). Meetings cover wide variety of topics and features monthly contest, guest speakers. Membership open to anyone interested in photography. Academy of Northern Martial Arts (79 N. Main St., Pittston) Traditional Kung Fu & San Shou. For Health and Defense. Adult & Children’s Classes held Mon.-Thurs., Sat. First class is Free. Walk-Ins welcome or call 371.9919 or 817.2161 for more information.
Olympic Style Fencing classes will be given at The Fencing Exchange located above AFA Gallery, 514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, Monday-Thursday. Foil, saber, and epee taught. For more info, call 570.969.1224. Shaolin White Crane Fist (Wyoming) Teaching the traditional Chinese martial arts of Shaolin White Crane Fist, Wing Chun Gong Fu, Yang Style Taijiquan, Qigong-Energy work, Shauijiao-Chinese Wrestling, more. $35/week, first week free. Three levels of training for ages 15+. Contact Master Mike DiMeglio 570.371.8898. Something Special: (23 West Walnut Street Kingston, 570.540.6376, angietheartist@aol.com, www.angelademuroart.com) • MANGA Art Class: (Japanese Cartooning) Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. Learn the art of Japanese cartooning with Angela DeMuro in comfortable, individualized environment. 4-week session, all supplies included: $60 per child. Call or e-mail to register. World Class Boxing (3 N. River St., Plains Twp., www.wcbboxing.net, 570.262.0061) • BFX (Boxing Fitness Xtreme): Learn fundamentals of boxing. Classes for men and women, no experience necessary. Morning and evening classes available Mon.-Thurs., Sat. • KFX (Kickboxing Fitness Xtreme): Learn fundamentals of kickboxing. Classes for men and women, no experience necessary. Morning and evening classes available Mon.Thurs., Sat. • Youth Boxing: group classes ages 7-15, personal training ages 4-6. • Women’s Only Semi-Private Training Program: Combines boxing, kickboxing, strength training, cardio and flexibility training. • Muay Thai Kickboxing: great for weight loss and self defense. Great training for men and women. Train with a certified Kru, no experience necessary. • Advanced Training Program: Designed to provide you with quality training for competition in local/ national events in K-1 style kickboxing, Muay Thai, American kickboxing and boxing. Sparring classes available for men and women, experienced fighters welcome. Evening times available Mon.-Thurs., Sat. • Progressive JKD Self Defense: Learn principles of self defense. Men and woman of all experience levels/ martial arts styles welcome. Wyoming Valley Art League • Painting with Irina Krawitz: $15/ hour, $120/4-weeks. Call 570.793.3992
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The world-famous Peking Acrobats, a troupe of China’s most gifted tumblers, contortionists, jugglers, cyclists and gymnasts complemented by live musicians playing traditional Chinese instruments, will perform at the F.M. Kirby Center (71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre) Saturday, March 5 at 4 p.m. Tickets are $27 adults or $14.50 for children 12 and under and available at the Kirby box office or via Ticketmaster.
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900. Workshops taught by Ramah Hackett, a level 3 Radiant Child instructor. $30 per child, includes lunch. Call for more info.
Absolute Pilates with Leslie (263 Carbondale Rd., Clarks Summit, www.pilateswithleslie.com) • Classes Schedule: Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 a.m. Private training on the Cadillac, Reformer and Wunda Chair, along with Pilates mat classes, stability ball core classes and more. Check Website for updates.
Bellas Yoga Studio (650 Boulevard Ave., Dickson City, 570.307.5000, www.bellasyoga.com, info@bellasyoga.com) All workshops $15, pre-registration suggested. • Sunday Morning Class: 10-11:15 a.m. Features Alternating Vinyasa style yoga with yoga fusion.
Awakenings Yoga Studio (570.472.3272) • Gentle Yoga: Tues., 5:30 p.m., Candy’s Place (Welles St., Kingston). $5. • Gentle Yoga: Thurs., 6:30 p.m., East Mountain Apartments. Free to residents. • Private Yoga Instruction or Yoga Therapy: By appointment. $45/hr. • Private Meditation Instruction: By appointment. $25/half hr session.
Club Fit (1 West Broad St., Hazleton, 570.497.4700, www.clubfithazleton.com) • Boxing classes with Rich Pastorella (pastorella.net26.net). Mon., 7-8 p.m. $40 per month.
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Balance Ultimate Fitness (Belladaro Prof Bldg, 570.862.2840) • Early Morning Fitness Bootcamp: Tues./Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m., Sat, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., $15 or 12 classes for $150. Balance Yoga and Wellness (900 Rutter Ave., 2nd floor, Kingston, 570.714.2777, www.balanceyogastudio.net) • “Happy Body, Happy Mind,” a Yoga & Nutrition Workshop for children 5-10: March 19, 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Includes yoga class based on healthy body and wholesome foods followed by a make-your-own healthy lunch with Abby Bilek-Singh of Canteen
Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock (60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock: 570.996.1500) • Yoga for You: Mon., Wed., Sat., 10-11 a.m. $10 per lesson. Bring yoga mat or beach towel. Call for details. Exhale Yoga Studio (900 Rutter Ave., 2nd floor, Forty Fort, behind Beer Deli in the “big brick building,” 570.301.3225) • Free style Vinyasa: Tues., 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m., Thurs., 2-3:15 p.m., Fri., 6-7:15 p.m. All levels, breathing, aromatherapy and guided meditations. $10 per class. Goshin Jitsu Martial Arts Classes Every month at Golightley’s Martial Arts (Mark Plaza Shopping Center, Rt. 11, Edwardsville). Classes focus on cardio, stretching,
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lacking vitamin D. I applied ned self tanner as soon as I returned home from the trip. We have some choices. Wee can sit around being miserablee and wait for the weather to break for good (don’t get too excited — remember the blizzard of ’93? It occurred in March.) Or we can be proactive and begin to wash away the winter blues by thinking and acting more positively. The latter seems to be the better choice. You might think it’s crazy, especially since you’re still slipping on ice and soaking your boots in slushy snow, but start to think about open-toed shoes. Sure, your feet are probably unprepared as they haven’t seen sunlight in five months and you haven’t even thought about a pedicure as of late, but that’s OK. You don’t have to be ready to wear your summer shoes, you just have to be ready to purchase them. Remember, it’s not cold this time of year everywhere. So you can always find shoes appropriate for spring and summer all year round. Jump online and browse through shoe galleries. You’ll find
shoes waiting for you to buy in preparation for summer vacation. You’ll see sandal after sandal sitting patiently in warehouse antsy for you some warehouse, t k the plunge and think to take brighter thoughts. This could be the “pick-meup” you’ve been looking for. This could be the change in attitude you need in order to get you out of your dark days and into your light and cheery self you used to admire. Designers everywhere are waiting to help you. They want to lift your spirits and assist you in thinking of barbeques, games of horseshoes, margaritas, daiquiris, mojitos, pina coladas, Long Island iced teas, or you know, whatever it is that you do during the summer. Put a little spring into your step, and start rebuilding your cheery disposition today by purchasing some designer flipflops. Get your collection ready for picnic time and catching fireflies. This is just the motivation you need to snap out of your Goth look and into your Malibu Barbie demeanor. W
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t is gray outside. There’s just no other way around it. We’re yearning for the ice to melt. We’re groaning over the dirty snow on the sidewalks. And we’re just plain sick of snow flurries, rain or whatever other precipitation Mother Nature wants to throw at us. Sure, we just exited February, and it is still winter. We live in Northeastern Pa., and this climate is expected. But it doesn’t mean we have to like it. Four seasons is great and all, but when the weather becomes inconsistent, teasing us with warm temperatures and then dropping eight inches of snow on us the following week, we begin to get crabby. Recently, while at a conference in Florida, I couldn’t help but laugh when I looked around a table that consisted of people from NEPA, Maine and Florida. I joked with one of my fellow NEPA co-workers, “You can tell the people from the northeast. We’re all pale and wearing black and gray, and the two women from Florida are wearing bright colors, looking all sun kissed.” It was true. We looked as those we were starving for some sunlight and
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defense, stamina and more. Self defense, cardio and karate aerobics also available. $75/month. Call 570.814.3293 for info.
Pocono Yoga & Meditation Classes (570.472.3272, www.PoconoYoga.com) Classes with Suzi, certified yoga instructor • Gentle Yoga: Thurs., 6:30 p.m., East Mountain Apartments. Free to residents. • Private Yoga Instruction: Only by appointment. $35 per hour. Call to schedule. • Private Meditation Instruction: Only by appointment. $35 per hour. Call to schedule.
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. Jeet Kune Do Fighting Concepts Teaches theories of movement in Martial Arts. $100/month. Call instructor Mike DiMeglio for info, 570.371.8898. Kwon Kodo Lessons: Learn the self-defense system that combines different Korean Martial Arts such as Hapkido, Taekwondo & Kuk Sool. Lessons held at the Hapkido Taekwondo Institute (150 Welles St., Forty Fort). Cost is $40 per month. For more info, call 570.287.4290 or visit www.htkdi.com. Maximum Health and Fitness (310 Market St., Kingston, 570.283.2804) • Ab Lab with Amy: Sat., 8:30 a.m.; Mon., 7:30 p.m. Call for info. 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. 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. • Zumba: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. $5. • Tang Soo Do Karate Classes: Mon., Wed., 6:45 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. Call to register.
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. 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. 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.
OUTSIDE Endless Mountains Nature Center: (Camp Lackawanna, Tunkhannock, 570.836.3835, www.EMNConline.org) • Bird Watching Walk: March 11, 9
Hickory Run State Park (1137 Honey Hole Road, 570.403.2006) • Junior Bird Club: Snow Geese & Waterfowl of Middle Creek: March 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 9+. Dress for weather, bring lunch. $5. • The Mystery of Maple Sugaring: March 12, 1-3 p.m. Lackawanna Audubon Society • LAS program at Lackawanna State Park: March 20, 2:30 p.m. Mike Carey will share photos from Costa Rica. Free, open to the public. Call Gene 586.5156 for info.
SOCIAL GROUPS The Anthracite Hi-Railer’s Model Railroad Club (Bill’s Shop Rite Plaza, Rts. 435 & 502 in Daleville) • Open house train display: March 6-12, 1-5 p.m., free and open to public. Holistic Moms Network (wyomingvalleypa.holisticmoms.org, 1560 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort, 570.466.1347) • Kinesiology/Stress Management: March 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Learn to manage and reduce stress in daily life. Lackawanna County German-American Society (Genetti Manor, 1505 N. Main Avenue, Dickson City, 570.842.4268) • Spring Festival: April 2, doors 4:30 p.m., German-style Buffet, 5:30 p.m., music & dancing 7-10 p.m. RSVP by March 26. The NEPA Rainbow Alliance (www.gaynepa.com) • Rainbow Awards Gala: April 16, 5:30 p.m., top-shelf open-bar, cocktail reception, gourmet dinner and awards, prom-style after-dinner dancing with live entertainment, All proceeds benefit RA. Visit rainbowawards.org for info/tickets. NEPA Chapter of Friends of NRA • 19th annual fundraising banquet: March 19, Genetti Manor (1505 N. Main Ave., Dickson City). Includes familystyle dinner, live and silent auctions, drawings, door prizes, more. Call Carl Mozeleski, 570.587.2662 or e-mail dbcmoz@epix.net for info. W - compiled by Christine Moua, Weekender Intern Send your listings to weekender@theweekender.com or 90 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703
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hen you’ve been a college student for seven years like myself, you become sort of an expert on a few things. 1. How to earn a 3.0 GPA when you sell your textbooks back to the campus bookstore and convert the refund into a trip to Vegas, 12 bucks and a hangover. 2. How to lip sync your way through an Ashlee Simpson Lip Sync Spectacular while wearing a G-String to champion Greek Week. 3. How to celebrate spring break without breaking your bank account. As college students are kicking off the month of March in envy of peers who can afford a $1,200.00+ spring break getaway to Cancun, I am thrilled to present good news! You can still experience all the fun spring break has to offer while dropping half as much money. How? Just follow my advice as I present a breakdown of the five reasons Oakwood Toluca Hills in southern California is my recommendation as the No. 1 nontraditional spring break destination of 2011: 5. OAKWOOD’S HISTORY: Opening in 1969, Oakwood Toluca Hills resides many people in the entertainment industry, with even Jennifer Love Hewitt and Hilary Duff once calling this place home. Originally a hip singles community in the ’70s, Oakwood has modernized its architecture and reputation, now considered the Harvard of Hollywood’s child-actor programs. Over the past 40 years, its history has become a staple in the Hollywood community with the reputation of being the “home of the famous and almost famous.” 4. COMMUNITY: Though Oakwood is one of the largest living communities in the world with more than 1,000 units, after spending a few days there you will find yourself speaking with Rosie “Fun Lady” Forti on a first-name basis at the complimentary Sunday brunch. Mainly filled with permanent tenants, the apartments also serve as temporary housing for travelers who want to stay as short as five nights. If you are staying temporarily, you will find the residents eager to have you participate in a
game of volleyball, tennis or basketball to take advantage of the on-site amenities, which don’t stop there! With two sets of pools and hot tubs, two fitness centers, on-site dry cleaners and beauty shops, even a theater room, masseuse, and convenient store, you are certain to run into new faces while having a blast! 3. LOCATION: Located next door to the iconic Warner Bros. Studios, Oakwood is just moments away from exciting Hollywood attractions. An approximate $12 taxi ride to the heart of Hollywood, you are sure to find something to do, whether it’s taking your picture next to your favorite celebrity’s star on the legendary Walk of Fame, sitting in the audience of your favorite late-night talk show or partying at the hottest club where paparazzi are camping outside. It’s so close to “The Tonight Show” that Jay Leno has even been known to film his “Jaywalking” there. 2. SAFETY: Oakwood is an access-controlled property nestled in the hills. Guests and tenants have to call to the main entrance and provide a personally designated code to allow visitors on the premise. Another security measure Oakwood practices is an electronic key for each apartment, preventing locks from being picked. 1. AFFORDABILITY: With rates for furnished apartments beginning at $110 per day (not per person), it’s more affordable than your typical spring break destination. Having lived at Oakwood Toluca Hills for a summer when I was an intern for “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” I speak firsthand when saying the place offers iconic history, a welcoming community, prime location, safety and competitive affordability. For more information on Oakwood Toluca Hills or one of its 25,000 worldwide furnished residences visit www.oakwood.com or call 866.238.7269. W Share your spring break plans on Twitter @sorrymomanddad or Facebook.com/ sorrymomanddad.
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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. • Mixed Level Vinyasa: Tues., 9-10:30 a.m., Wed., 6:30-7:45 p.m. Mats & props available. Student/ package discounts available. Bring friend to first class, get two for price
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.
a.m., Russell Hill Church, Route 6, Tunkhannock. Members free, guests, $3. Call to register.
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sandwiches like the Scranton Fire Department, made with sweet grilled sausage with hot or sweet roasted peppers on a hero roll; The Coal Miner, with ham, turkey, roast beef, American and Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, coleslaw and Russian dressing on a hero or a standard tuna melt or turkey club. There are 10 different salads, from traditional Greek and Caesar to the menu rarity spinach complete with warm bacon honey vinaigrette. There are grilled sandwiches, too, like chicken cheesesteak, a veggie burger or my perennial favorite, the BLT. After eyeing up a wrap delivered to a nearby table, I turned my attention to that section of the menu. The pesto wrap, made with grilled chicken in a pesto sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and lettuce sounded enticing, but once I saw the Scranton wrap ($6.95), made with turkey, sun-dried tomatoes and lettuce, my choice was made. I added a cup of chicken noodle soup ($3.75) and my lunch order was complete. Razzle filled me in on his often-questionable goings on as we waited for our food and enjoyed the delightful sounds of ’80s soft rock, which should be mandatory dining music if you ask us. Our soups soon arrived, both in sizeable bowls. My chicken
noodle was great with lots of chicken chunks, large cubes of carrots and celery and little round noodles. It wasn’t greasy or overly salty as homemade chicken noodle can sometimes be. Razzle’s tomato basil was creamy with chunky pieces of tomato and a tart yet enjoy enjoyable flavor. It was topped with a large piece of crostinii that held its crunch and offeredd a nice change of pace from regular crackers. Our lunches arrived ved midway through our soups, and I eagerly tucked into my wrapp which was packed full of tasty Boar’s Head turkey that played ayed nicely off the sun-dried tomatoes matoes and crispy lettuce. As it’s t’s among this cheese lover’s favorites, I was disappointedd to see that the slice of brie was as miniscule, especially given the he heap of turkey, because without any type of condiment, t, the wrap was slightly dry. Razzle’s panini ni was chockfull of delicious cious fresh-grilled chicken cken that was further enhanced by a few salty slices ices of prosciutto and melted provolone. Freshh spinach and crusty ciabatta atta bread rounded out hiss sandwich. With scant cheese, ese, his sandwich, too, was a bit dry, but it was still enjoyable. Neither of us are fans
of potato salad, which was that day’s side salad, but I did sample a bite. It was creamy with large, crisp pieces of potatoes and a nice flavor that would surely be a favorite of any potato salad lover. Downtown Deli doesn’t reinvent the lunchtime wheel, but it does make its offerings — which includes a lot of breakfast options as well — sizeable and enjoyable. The service is great, especially that of our server Katelyn, and you really can’t beat the atmosphere and people watching, especially as Razzle and I spied many a Scranton dignitary out and about.
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ne would expect a deli to be crowded come lunch time, but Downtown Deli in Scranton was practically bursting at the seams one recent Friday afternoon. I’d heard this is a pretty standard occurrence at this hotspot which is why I found myself ensconced at one of its few remaining open tables to wait for my friend, Razzle. Luckily, our table was in a prime location near the restaurant’s wall of windows which looked out onto the corner of Spruce Street and Penn Avenue. It was a great perch for watching passersby and waving at Razzle when he peered in, 10 minutes late as usual. Razzle, a pop-metal talent scout in town to inspect local bands, finally joined me and was barely seated when he saw the daily special placard. He immediately chose the Sicilian panini ($7.95) and a cup of tomato basil soup ($3.95). Like the name might suggest, Downtown Deli knows its sandwiches. It offers a bevy of meat choices in the MakeYour-Own section including ham, roast beef, corned beef, salami, mortadella and soppressata which you can get on a roll, a bagel or white, rye or whole-wheat bread with American, Swiss, Baby Swiss, provolone, cheddar or cooper cheese. Then there are specialty
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or those of you unfamiliar with Habitat For Humanity, let me simply say they are a nonprofit group that seek to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness around the world. Founded in 1976 by Millard Fuller, Habitat for Humanity strives to make a conscience effort to provide the unfortunate with decent shelter. According to the organization’s website, it has helped build more than 400,000 decent affordable houses and served more than 2 million people throughout the world. The organization survives through volunteer efforts and donations of both money and materials. Habitat is a worldwide organization that operates in all 50 states of the United States, as well as the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico and many other countries. With an organization that is so active throughout the world, you might think to yourself, “How does this relate to NEPA?” Habitat has put in place ReStore resale outlets, and we have one in Nanticoke. The ReStore system is composed of hundreds of retail stores that all sell a variety of reusable and surplus building materials to the public. All of the ReStores are a little different but overall they focus on home improvement goods including building materials, furniture, home accessories and appliances. ReStore accepts a wide variety of donated goods, which are then sold to the general public at a
fraction of the retail prices. Proceeds help local Habitat affiliates fund the construction of needed homes within their community. Not only do the ReStore resale outlets provide excellent benefits to local society, they provide an environmental responsibility and promote awareness and preservation of the environment. ReStore outlets take in reusable materials that might normally be thrown into a junkyard or discarded as useless. Nanticoke’s ReStore is the Wyoming Valley Habitat for Humanity’s outlet. Since 1992, the Wyoming Valley Habitat For Humanity has completed 15 houses that provide affordable homes for families right in our area. ReStore is somewhat of a recycling center for building materials, which then helps the environment by saving landfill space. Our local ReStore accepts donations and also looks for volunteers to donate time in order to help contribute to building better homes in the community all while keeping materials out of the landfills. If you have any leftover materials from a previous project, such as shelving, cabinets, flooring, lumber, windows and tools, you would be doing a good deed and be supporting a charitable cause by donating them to our local ReStore. NEPA’s local ReStore is located at 421 W. Main St. in Nanticoke. Hours are Tuesday-SatW urday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
used to have problems writing in any kind of noise. It’s still a little difficult. But the other day, I was on deadline with two stories and had to get the long-suffering wife’s car inspected. So I took the laptop with me. The inspection/oil change place is cheap, but that is about all it has going for it. Customer friendly under any sense of that term, it is most assuredly not. The waiting room is about half the size of my kitchen, which is to say small. It’s dirty. The six chairs are the lightweight, plastic folding variety. There is a TV on with the sound jacked up to 11. Daytime TV at 110 decibels. Very good for concentrating. The repair bays are close by. Nothing like the sound of air guns and hammering to focus your attention. The inspection and oil change turned into three hours. My companions for the journey were, at times, too many for the chairs. Next to me for at least two hours was a larger woman. I am being kind. She really needed two of the folding chairs but she drooped on most of mine, so it worked out. She was accompanied by an older lady who had, and I am not trying to be unkind, dementia. She was on the chair on my other side, cackling, rubbing her hands together and taking all manner of odd artifacts from her purse. She had a strong odor of urine and sharp elbows. She made lots of noises and seemed to find everything very funny. I suggested, no I kind of pleaded, to swap places with the large woman. She wouldn’t hear of it. She said she knew I was working and didn’t want to disturb me. Around this time the pissy old woman next to me produced a cigarette lighter shaped like a penis. This brought the house down. The large woman, moving with surprising speed for someone her size, produced a cell phone and proceeded to take pictures of the woman, the prick lighter and presumably me. I am still being kind when I say the
larger woman had a voice like a donkey braying. A loud donkey. Braying. In my ear. Urging whoever was on the cell phone and most of Luzerne County to “Look at the pictures of Nana and the lighter.” The woman was braying, Ellen DeGeneres was harmonizing and the noise from the repair bays about six feet from where we sat was short of producing permanent hearing damage, but not by a lot. I thought about Henry David Thoreau writing in the woods. I thought about a lot of things. Mostly I struggled to keep from bashing anyone over the head with my laptop. I am not good with a track pad on a laptop under the best of circumstances. I kept erasing parts of my stories and cutting and pasting was problematic at best. I would normally, when faced with this kind of frustration, vent my displeasure vocally. I gritted my teeth and formed loud strings of swear words in my brain. Some of them may have wriggled free. Somehow I got most of both stories done by the time the oil change, inspection and what turned into a tie-rod replacement and front-end alignment was done. Three hours later and $300 poorer, I had exhausted the laptop’s battery, drained my patience and thought about homicide. I am pretty sure a jury would have found it justifiable. I figured if I could write anything that remotely made sense under those circumstances, I am now able to write on the deck of the Titanic while it is going vertical. With a sense of trepidation I turned the stories in to my editor, and he liked both of them with no revisions and just a few minor punctuation corrections. Do you think I could rent a chair at the oil change place? W Reach Jim at contact@jamesrising.com Even more rants are on his blog, updated every day at jamesrising.com
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Some of Samantha Blinn’s handmade miniature dessert jewelry. Blinn is pictured below.
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y day, Samantha Blinn of Wilkes-Barre works as a manager at a local LensCrafters. But after work and until the wee hours of the morning, her artist within emerges. Blinn apprenticed for several years under local artist Anthony Waichulis and under his tutelage learned trompe l’oeil painting, a high-end realism technique that makes something two-dimensional appear 3-D. In 2008, after studying pastry arts at Luzerne County Community College following a longtime love of baking, Blinn had a breakthrough thanks to one of her former teachers. “He basically pulled me aside and said, ‘You already have the skill of baking, and you’re already an artist,’” Blinn began. “He was kind of frank with me and said, ‘You’re not going to make that much money as a baker, you’re going to make more money doing your art.’” Soon after, Blinn, 30, stumbled across Japanese pieces of jewelry that looked like little desserts. “I thought it was so cool because I’m a painter, and I love to make things look real,” she explained. Blinn tried her hand working with Polymer clay, which she still uses today, and her company Gimme Some Sugar was born.
Her handmade miniature dessert jewelry is scaled to life-size, sometimes with dollhouse embellishments like little plates. Blinn creates from her kitchen table and sells her products at Etsy.com. Now, about 100 of her pieces will travel from her table to be given out in the celebrity gift bags at the 2011 Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards, which will be held in Los Angeles Saturday, April 2. Her involvement in the awards show came about by word of mouth; Blinn’s manager, Erin Rovin, used to live in L.A. and mentioned to a friend who worked in public relations that she should see some of Blinn’s pieces. “There’s tables like Calvin Klein, Acqua Di Gio (at awards shows) — they don’t usually have someone from Smalltown, U.S.A.,” Blinn said. “The girl really liked my stuff and took it to the head of the PR firm who said it was ‘cool, it was something different from what we’re used to, let’s give her a shot.’” Blinn will provide hair accessories, charm bracelets, necklaces,
prints of her paintings and some new pieces that include Swarovski crystal as sprinkles on cupcakes and other Swarovski accents. The celebrities will also get a gift certificate to visit Blinn’s website and purchase other items for free. “I’ll have their address, I could be a stalker,” she joked. “I’m hoping for Robert Pattinson because I love ‘Twilight’ because I’m a total nerd,” she added, laughing. Blinn hopes that her involvement in the Kid’s Choice Awards leads to a broader clientele. “I’m kind of in a sea of people on Etsy,” she said. “It’s an overly saturated market, and I hope this will open people’s eyes to what I do. Also, I hope it brings recognition to the area and show that little old me from Wilkes-Barre can come to an awards show in L.A.” The road to Hollywood, though, is far from free for Blinn — she needs to come up with about $5,000 to attend the awards show. To help alleviate costs, there will be a fundraiser held March 19 at Molly’s Cozy Corner in Scranton. “This is helping to just make this a reality, because without that, it would be extremely difficult (for me to go),” Blinn said. Admission for the fundraiser is $10, which includes free appetizers, basket raffles, a dart competition and more. “I’m going to be baking a ton of cupcakes,” Blinn said. “Local businesses like Gertrude Hawk and Sorella Hair Salon were nice enough to donate gift certificates to do baskets with raffles — I’m actually going to be setting up a little spot that looks like the Hollywood Hills in the background with a massive dollhouse that I made, and you can get your picture taken in front of it so it looks like you’re helping me get to Hollywood.” The Weekender couldn’t help but ask Blinn what is her favorite dessert to eat, not make. “That’s a tough one,” she mused. “It’s a tossup between whoopee pies, cheesecake and creme brulee … I should make some sort of hybrid dessert of all that!” W
Fundraiser to get Samantha Blinn & Gimme Some Sugar to Hollywood for the Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards, March 19, 8 p.m., Molly’s Cozy Corner (1324 Prospect Ave., Scranton). $10, features free appetizers, raffles, more. Info: etsy.com/ shop/misscrochet
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POETIC Anthology Books (515 Center St., Scranton, above Outrageous, 570.341.1443, scranthology@gmail.com) All events free, unless otherwise noted. • 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. Arts Seen Gallery (21 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre) • Poetry Readings: Wed. 7-9 p.m. Readings followed by open mic. Free/open to public. Barnes & Noble WilkesKing’s Booksellers (7 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.208.4700) ❏ Monthly Book Clubs, all 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Teens: third Mon. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 14-18. • New Age: last Thurs., 6:30-7:30 p.m. • “The Slug Club,” an all-ages club about Harry Potter: first Wed., 6:307:30 p.m., led by Charles Moore. Costumes encouraged, not required. ❏ Children’s Events: • Young Readers Monthly Activity Night: first Thurs., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 8-12. • American Girl Doll Give-A-Way: first Thurs., 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Weekly Sat. morning story time, 11 a.m.-noon. Dietrich Theater (60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock: 570.996.1500) • Writers Group Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. The group celebrates all different types of writing styles and formats. Join anytime. Admission free. Call to register. Friends of the Scranton Public Library (520 Vine St., Scranton, 570.348.3000) • Spring Book Sale: March 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., March 20, 2-4 p.m. at Children’s Library. Call Tina Thomas for more info.
Friends of the Taylor Community Library (710 S. Main St., 570.562.1234, Taylor) • Spring Fling Tea Party sponsored by Taylorville Tea Society: April 2, 1-2:30 p.m. Events include book signing of “Taylor Arcadia, Images of America” by Margo Azzarelli, tea-leaf readings by Madam Yarns, more. Fun spring hats encouraged. Free, seating limited. Tea/dessert served. Call 346.6179 to RSVP by March 25. Mulberry Poets & Writers Assoc. (MPWA) • MPWA Trip to New York City: April 17. Features an MPWA reading at The Bowery Poetry Club. $20 members, $30 non-members. Osterhout Library (71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.0156, ext. 217) • “Pennsylvania Hands” exhibit/ slideshow: March 18, 5-8 p.m. Sally Wiener Grotta will lead slideshow discussion. Opening reception March 24, 7 p.m. Scranton Cultural Center (420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton) • Story Pirates arts and creative writing program for youths: May 17, 10 a.m., $7 Weinberg Memorial Library at the University of Scranton • Seeking volunteers and accepting book and tag-sale donations for annual spring book and plant sale April 30-May 1. Donations of all used hardcover and paperbacks, videos, CDS, records and more can be placed in boxes on Monroe Ave. side of library through April 27. • Spring book and plant sale: April 20, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., May 1, noon-4 p.m. in Heritage Room, fifth floor. All proceeds benefit Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library Endowment that supports library collections and services. Preview sale April
29 for Friends and Schemel Forum members. Contact Barbara Evans at 941.4078 to volunteer or for more info. West Pittston Library (200 Exeter Ave., www.wplibrary.org, 570.654.9847) • Book Club: First Tues., 6:45 p.m. Free. Features an informal discussion of member-selected books. • Weekly story time for children: Fri., 1 p.m. Free.
VISUAL AFA Gallery (514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton: 570.969.1040 or Artistsforart.com) Gallery hours Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 p.m. • Life Drawing sessions: every Tues., 7-9 p.m. Call Phil for info, 561.7817. • Drawing Socials: Sun., 6-9 p.m. $5 GA, $2 student. • “Made in Stone,” an exhibit of stone sculptures produced by members of the Carving Studio & Sculpture Center of West Rutland, Vt.: March 3-26. Opening reception March 4, 6-8 p.m.; gallery talk by Carving Studio Executive Director Carol Driscoll 5 p.m. ArtWorks Gallery (502 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 570.207.1815) • “Outlands,” paintings by James Barney: March 4, 6-9 p.m., artist talk 6:30 p.m., music by Joe Pollock, Blue Heron Art Gallery (121 Main Street, Wyalusing, 570.746.4922, www.blueheronart.org) Gallery Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday by appt. • “Face to Face- Interface:” through April 28. Features work by several renowned portraitists. The Butternut Gallery (204 Church St, 2nd Floor, Montrose) • “Spring Peepers:” March 5-April 2 featuring Artists’ Open House Week-
Camerawork Gallery (Downstairs in the Marquis Gallery, Laundry Building, 515 Center St., Scranton, 570.510.5028. www.cameraworkgallery.org, rross233@aol.com) Gallery hours are Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • “Random Moments:” a show of recent photographs by Bernie Andreoli and Rolfe Ross: March 4-30. Opening reception March 4, 6-8:30 p.m. Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, PA, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org) Admission $5 adults; $3 students/ seniors; $2 children 6-12; Everhart Museum members free. • “John and Yoko, a New York Love Story:” Features last photographs of John Lennon by Allen Tannenbaum through April 4. • “With bullets singing all around me:” Regional Stories of the Cival War: through July 17. • “Medics In Action: Caring For the Wounded:” through July 17. Gallery at the Pocono Community Theater (88 S. Courtland St., East Stroudsburg, 570.421.3456. poconocommunitytheater.org) • “One Artist Two Styles” by Tim Weaver: through April 30, Artist reception March 5, 1-3 p.m. • “Assemblage” by Bill Pilling: through April 30. Artist reception March 5, 1-3 p.m. MacDonald Gallery (Misericordia University, 570.674.6250, misericordia.edu/art) Gallery hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat./Sun., 1-5 p.m. • Watercolors and works on canvas by the late Alice Welsh Jenkins: March 13-April 21. Marquis Art & Frame (122 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.0518) Gallery hours Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • “Collected & New Works” by Barbro Jernberg and Kelly Olszyk: March 18-May 7. opening reception March 18, 5-8 p.m. New Visions Studio/Gallery (11 S. Keyser Ave., Taylor, www.newvisionstudio.com. 978.501.7812) Gallery hours: Tues.-Sun., noon-6 p.m. and by appointment. • “Organic Darkroom,” a photography exhibit of c-prints by John Steck Jr.: March 10-April 5. Opening reception March 11, 6-9 p.m., features free food/drink, artist meet-andgreet.
The Philip Hone Gallery (742 Main St., Honesdale, philiphonegallery.com, 570.253.5577) • CM Artscene Gallery featuring works by Patricia Orr, Jules Dobitsch, Jamie Peters, Margie Long, Jill Swersie and Lucille Norella: through March 18. Schulman Gallery (2nd floor of LCCC Campus Center, 1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke, www.luzerne.edu/ schulmangallery, 570.740.0727) Gallery hours: Wed.-Sat., 5-8 p.m. • 30th Annual Rossetti Exhibit: March 6-April 6, Winning artwork by students in Tunkhannock Something Special (23 W. Walnut St., Kingston) Hours: Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. • Charlotte Kindler exhibit: through April 1. Sordoni Art Gallery at Wilkes University (150 S. River St., Stark Learning Center) • “Portraits From The Golden Age Of Jazz,” photographs by William Gottlieb: through March 6. STAR Gallery at the Mall at Steamtown (570.969.2537/ 343.3048) • “Bending Reality:” March 4-31. Features stylized illustrations and figure drawings of Gerry Stankiewicz. Opening reception March 4, 5-9 p.m., features music by Robert D. Music & Memories Show. Widmann Gallery (Located in King’s College’s Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center between North Franklin and North Main Streets, WilkesBarre, 208.5900, ext. 5328) Gallery hours: Mon. through Fri. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. • “Perspectives of Nature:” through March 25. Features photographic work by King’s student Jeff Katra. Opening reception March 4, 6-8 p.m., free and open to public. The Wyoming Valley Art League (47 N. Franklin St., WilkesBarre, www.wval.org, 570.288.1020) • Erin Miele “Add Energy to your Painting:” March 11-12. • 3rd Friday exhibit/reception: March 18. W
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PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20) When someone thinks they know better than you about what you ought to prioritize and what should be put on the backburner or discarded entirely, you have a problem. Unfortunately, this isn’t one of those problems that’ll go away with a simple “mind your own business,” no matter how much they really ought to. It could escalate to dramatic levels very easily. Defusing this potentially explosive situation might very well have to go to the top of your current priority list, whether you like it or not — but that, of course, is entirely up to you. ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) You’re like an amateur fairy godmother, aren’t you? You love to help make people’s wishes come true. However, sometimes you end up biting off more than you can chew. Then you simply have to accept that this particular wish is more than you can handle. As heartbreaking as it might be to let someone down, there’s really no other option. Learn this lesson: attempt to better assess the things you take on, before you take them on, and make sure you’ll be able to follow through. The only thing worse than crushing someone’s dreams is raising their hopes high before you do it.
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TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) Ironically, the person most resistant to your wise advice is you. Even when you take a step back from a tricky situation and issue the advice you’d offer anyone else in a similar scenario, you have trouble heeding your own counsel. You’re too stubborn. Even though the rational part of you can agree that your suggestions are sound, that part’s simply not in control. This week is all about handing over the reins to the most logical, least emotional side of yourself, utterly and completely, so that you can do what you know needs doing. That, of course, is easier said than done — but it’s still this week’s goal. GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) Just shut up! While your silver tongue has gotten you out of many situations, it’s not the answer to everything. You can’t talk yourself out of some things, and frequently — especially right now — running your mouth will just make things much, much worse. Clamp down on the terrible temptation to try to smooth-talk those involved and somehow turn the scenario around with a few well-chosen words. It won’t work. Bite your tongue, already. I guarantee such a bite will hurt much less than the kind you might receive from someone else if you fail to keep your
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lips sealed. CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22) Unlike those image-conscious Leos and socially-adept Geminis, you Cancers are usually too involved with your own emotions and subjective viewpoint to clearly see exactly how you come off to other people — which is frequently drastically different from what you imagine. This is especially important when it comes to interviews and first impressions. This isn’t a call to adopt some fake, perfectly palatable persona for these occasions, but simply to attempt to see yourself more objectively, in the moment, rather than after the fact (which is of course much easier). With such objective observation, the necessary subtle changes will happen quite naturally. LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) Pretending you’re anything other than a proud and powerful lion doesn’t work for more than the very short-term. You’re not that good an actor. I’ve seen Leos try to be kittenish, meek and docile, and they come off as whiny, fake, or bored instead. It’s quite simply better to just be yourself, in all your overblown glory. Yes, that means you’re completely inappropriate for some situations, and you will rub certain people the wrong way. But your inappropriateness and feather-ruffling would become evident sooner or later, no matter what you did. Why not just get it out of the way? VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22) You’d think Virgos, given your penchant for cleanliness and order, wouldn’t particularly like house pets. Untrue! Most Virgos have a profound love for their cats,
dogs, or other creatures, despite their tendencies to shed on furniture, chew on slippers or pee on rugs. It’s one of the weird, seeming incongruities that makes you such a fascinating person, instead of a stereotypical cliché, for anyone who bothers to get to know you more than superficially. You have many such surprising facets. If someone seems to be putting you in a box this week, wave one of them around. LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22) When was the last time you took a real risk or sought out genuine adventure? I’m not talking about fake adrenaline rush “adventures” like hopping on a roller coaster. I’m referring to the stuff that gets your heart pounding because it involves true unknowns, or perhaps emotional risks. Unlike those risk-loving Scorpios, reckless Aries or courageous Leos, this isn’t something that comes naturally to you (those other signs really can’t help themselves). However, it’s still a quality worth cultivating, even if it does lead to some discomfort or even pain — the richness it adds to your life will more than outweigh those. SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21) Scorpios are wild creatures that can never really be domesticated. They might appear tame for short periods of time, and they may evolve out of capricious use of their formidable stings, but they never truly lose that wild side, that attraction to darkness, danger, sex, and all the most fascinating aspects of life. Only those who truly understand this can stand beside their Scorps for the long haul. Of course, I wish
I could convey this to every other sign in the zodiac, but ultimately I’ve decided it’s not really my job; it’s yours. You want someone to stick around? Make sure they understand this, deep down, as soon as possible. Whether they accept it or not is out of your hands, but if they truly can’t, isn’t it better you figure it out now? SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21) While Sagittarians can be good gardeners, they’re generally not inclined to be. Sticking around long enough to tend sprouts, prune plants and harvest produce just doesn’t come naturally to you. Most of the kinds of seeds you sow are those that either come to fruition quickly, or can be carried with you on your next journey or adventure. However, every once in a while, it might be worth planning around a harvest that’s likely to add tremendous richness and perhaps even adventure to your life, if you’re patient enough. This could be one of those times. So, are you sufficiently patient? I suppose only time will tell. CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19) I’ve never shot a gun. Nevertheless I would attempt to learn how, quickly, if the world was overrun by brain-devouring zombies. Sensibly, acquiring skills we don’t have immediate uses for doesn’t rank high on our priority lists. That’s why it’s so galling when we’re forced to waste time learning stuff we simply can’t imagine ever needing to know (remember algebra in high school?). This is one of those times when you might be forced to fill your brain with stuff that’s useless to you. Instead of wasting a lot of energy getting pissed off about it, wrack your brain trying to think of potential uses for the “knowledge” you’re acquiring. If that fails, just try to get through the situation as quickly and painlessly as possible. AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18) Tomorrow’s another day. Sometimes that’s your only consolation when today’s not so good. Things can look different after a good night’s sleep or just 24 hours’ passage of time. It’d be great if you could turn things around right this second, but that’s just not always possible; when it’s not, the best thing to do is just remember that everything changes. Stop railing against the lameness of the moment, and simply concentrate on getting through it. Bide your time. Notice the small little things that are still sweet, instead of the one big sour thing … and wait. W Contact Caeriel at sign.language.astrology@gmail.com.
By Jayne Moore
Weekender Correspondent
A photo from last year’s Motorcycle Show at the PHOTO COURTESY OF CRAIG LUKATCH Kingston Armory.
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WVCA did not fundraise, we could not provide scholarships to children, who are at risk for school failure, children who otherwise would not receive a preschool education before entering kindergarten.” When asked how the economy has affected WVCA, Lukatch said that while sponsorships are down for many of the organization’s events, “we still have friends in the community who believe in our work. I have a quote framed on my desk which reads ‘In any economy, investing in CHILDREN is the smartest investment any of us can make.’ It is the children that we serve that help our fundraising efforts.” I asked Dave Hooper, president of the WVMC, how the club got involved with WVCA. “We found out that they were forced to discontinue two of their fundraisers due to budget and staffing cuts,” he said. “We explained that we would hate to see this show go by the wayside because it is the only motorcycle show that we have in Wyoming Valley.” The club believed that indeed, this show must go on. Lukatch said that the show has been held since 1997, and that this is the first year the WVMC will be hosting it.
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ne of show business’ most famous lines is “The show must go on.” This saying says to all just how important the show is, and that’s the case as well for the annual Motorcycle Show. What is significant about that is that this show, the only one in the local area, is actually going to happen. Equally significant, and perhaps more importantly, this event is a huge fundraiser for the Wyoming Valley Children’s Association (WVCA). The WVCA is an organization that “specializes in the development of children, age five or younger some of whom have special needs and demonstrate developmental delays and disabilities,” according to its website. As is true for all nonprofit organizations fundraising is a way to keep programs running and keep the lights on. “Fundraising makes up 20 percent of WVCA overall operating budget for any fiscal year,” said Craig Lukatch, director of development for WVCA. “WVCA relies on its own fundraising efforts and efforts from others like the Wyoming Valley Motorcycle Club to help us sustain our programs. Let me give you a practical example of why fundraising is important. If
“Because of the time commitment and unavailable staff, WVCA recently decided to cancel the motorcycle show,” Lukatch said. “When the WVMC came to us and said they wanted to keep the show going because it is the biggest motorcycle show in our area, we could not refuse.” He’s excited about this year’s show because the WVMC made some small changes to the event that will “make the show even better.” The club called this year’s show The Wyoming Valley Motorcycle and Power Sports Show. “We did this because some of the motorcycle dealers also sell power sports equipment and will have them at the show anyway,” Hooper said. Mark Bohn said showgoers will see major brands and models represented, plus custom bike builders, one-of-a-kind models, free biker fashion shows at noon and 2 p.m. by Pocono Mountain Leather, free magic show and balloon animals for the kids, a People’s Choice bike contest with trophies and prizes and more. Hooper added a bit of information about the People’s Choice Awards, “The bike show was changed this year to be fairer to the participants,” Hooper said of the People’s Choice contest. “We will offer four classes for competition; Street Stock, Street Custom, Custom Built and Vintage, 30 years or older. … This is a people’s choice bike show, and the entries will be voted on by the customers who attend the show.” A mere $10 enters your bike. The event will be held Sunday, March 20 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Kingston Armory (280 Market St., Kingston). Admission is $5 per person and includes a show program. Kids 8 and under are free. Parking is free and all events are held indoors, so rain, snow or sun, you can come out and enjoy the motorcycles and help the children of the Wyoming Valley. For more information or for application forms, visit www.wyomingvalleymotorcycleclub.org, or contact Dan Williams Custom Motorcycles at williamscustommotorcycles@gmail.com or 570.301.7753. Come out see all the vendors, vote on your favorite bike and help a good cause. You know you don’t miss things until they are gone. W
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QUARTER MIDGET RACE CAR 76 inch Bull Rider,
Honda 120 motor, Kirkey seat, new brake system, A-Main feature wins Asphalt/Dirt, Many Extras, Value $6,000, Sell for $2,999 Call (570) 954-2749
SUZUKI 00 QUAD MASTER 4x4, auto, 520
miles, winch, heated grips. $4,650. 570-239-2877
SUZUKI`07 KING QUAD
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CHRYSLER `94White CONCORDE with leather interior. Infiniti sound system. 151k miles. REDUCED! $1,300 or best offer. 570-283-8202
NISSAN `97 MAXIMA V6, White, new inspection. 2 new tires. Power steering, power windows, air, security alarm. Well maintained. Runs excellent. $3,750. Call (570) 474-9866 or (570) 332-2487
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SAAB `00 93
120,000 miles, automatic, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, all power, AM/FM radio, CD player, leather interior, sun roof, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, custom wheels, $3,900. (570)814-6020 call after 3:00 p.m.
TOYOTA `06 AVALON New tires, new
brakes, Inspected March 4, AC, AVPS, Fully loaded, 18,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty. 90,000 miles. $12,900. (570) 881-3712
CADILLAC 06 STS
AWD, 6 cylinder, Silver, 46,000 miles, sunroof, heated seats, Bose sound system, 6 CD changer, satellite radio, Onstar, parking assist, remote keyless entry, electronic keyless ignition, & more! $18,900 570-881-2775
CADILLAC `04 DEVILLE White with saddle
leather. 94K miles. Very well maintained. $6,400 or best offer. Call Ann or Joe. 570-335-3127
CHEVROLET 06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE
Silver beauty, 1 Owner, Museum quality. 4,900 miles, 6 speed. All possible options including Navigation, Power top. New, paid $62,000 Must sell $45,900 570-299-9370
CHEVROLET `01 MONTE CARLO SS Black with leather
interior. Garage kept, 76K highway miles. Excellent condition. $7,200. Call 570-288-9836
CHEVROLET 2010 CAMARO V-6 Victory Red, black interior, all bells and whistles. $25,000 570-706-6489
CHEVY 08 COBALT
Coupe, 4,500 miles. 2.2 liter, 32 MPG, 1 owner, $14,000 negotiable. White, auto, perfect condition. 570-785-4444
CHEVY `06 EQUINOX
4x4, 62,000 miles, silver, comes with 3 year, 50k mile warranty. $11,900. 570-474-5566
CHRYSLER 05 SEBRING
Touring Edition. Sapphire blue, 35K miles, excellent condition, alloy wheel. Power windows, CD player. $9,100. 570-574-8774
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CHEVY `10 IMPALA
LT. Silver ice metallic with ebony interior. 2,400 miles. Onstar, XM Satellite Radio, remote start, bluetooth, front seat split bench. $20,000 4 months old, original sticker price $27,440. Call 570-650-9026
CHRYSLER 06 300C HEMI
Light green, 18,000 miles, loaded, leather, wood trim, $24,000. 570-222-4960 leave message
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CHRYSLER 93 LEBARON Green 2 door Con-
vertible. Inspected. Tan color canvas top. Runs very good. Asking $2700, must sell. Taking serious offers. 570-604-1118
CHRYSLER `02 PT CRUISER Inferno Red, flame
design. Chrome wheels. 47,000 miles, one owner. Looks and runs great. New inspection. $6,875 Call (570) 472-1854
CHRYSLER `02 SEBRING 122,800 miles,
automatic, 4 door, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, cruise control, AM/FM radio, CD player, leather interior, moon roof, rear defroster. $3,600. (570) 474-0423
FORD `04 MUSTANG Mach I, 40th
ANNIVERSARY EDITION V8, Auto, 1,200 miles, all options, show room condition. Call for info. Asking $24,995 Serious inquiries only. 570-636-3151
FORD `07 MUSTANG GT Premium package,
silver, black leather interior, 5 speed manual. 20,000 miles. $18,900 (570) 868-3832
FORD `92 MUSTANG
Convertible, 55,000 original miles 5.0 auto, some engine upgrades. Garaged showcar. $8200 (570) 283-8235
FORD `99 CONTOUR
84,000 miles. 4 door automatic, runs excellent, clean, air conditioned, great shape, $2,500 negotiable. (570) 709-7751
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GEO `97 PRIZM
11,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, air bags, AM/FM radio, cassette player, rear defroster, new oxygen sensor, $1,500 (570)655-8272 Call after 4 p.m.
HONDA 06 ACCORD EX
Auto., sunroof, alloy wheels, 44K miles, silver with black cloth, new Blizzaks, KBB over $16,000, Must sell! $12,900 Call after 5 pm. 570-477-2677
HONDA `05 CIVIC
110 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, AM/FM radio, CD player, new breaks, rotors, power steering pump, $8,500. (570) 704-8685
HYUNDAI `04 TIBURON GT
Blue, 5 speed manual, CD, Air, factory alarm, power windows & locks. 38K. $7,500 negotiable. Call 570-540-6236
HYUNDAI `08 ELANTRA
Low mileage, 30,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, cruise control, AM/FM radio, Mp3 player, sun roof, rear defroster. $9,300 (570) 696-3152 Call before 10:00 p.m.
LINCOLN `02 TOWN CAR
Soft top convertible, sunroof. Black with Black leather interior. Alloy wheels. $4,500, Call (570) 594-1496
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Hatchback, 92,000 miles. Excellent condition. auto, sunroof, premium sound and alloy wheels. $8,300 (570) 864-2337
‘05 Ford 500 Limited - AWD SHARP! 69k $11,500 04 Chrysler Sebring 37k $6,995 04 PT Cruiser 63k $5995 03 Toyota Camry SE 42K $10,900 RF.-6 CYLINDER 02 Toyota Sienna LE 94K $7495 00 Ford Ranger Ext. Cab Wideside 87k Auto 00 Chevy Cavalier LS Auto Super 67k $4995
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MAZDA `04 RX-8 Hunter Green, 80,000 miles. New brakes & rotors. New alignment. Two new rear tires. No accidents. $8,500 or best offer. For more information, call (570) 822-2952
MERCEDES-BENZ 91 420 SEL 127,000 miles, auto-
matic, 4 door, all power, CD player, sun roof, $3,200 (570) 592-4994
MERCEDES-BENZ `01 C-240 121,000 miles.
Loaded, leather seats, 4 door. $5,200 Call 570-283-1800 M-F, 9am - 5pm All other times (570) 388-6422
MERCEDES-BENZ `05 240C 4Matic, V6 - Gray,
77K highway miles, Excellent condition, dealer serviced. Sun roof, heated seats. $15,500. Call 570-288-3916
MERCEDES-BENZ `05 320C 4-matic, 1 owner,
loaded, garage kept, excellent condition. 52,000 miles $25,500 570-735-2775
MERCEDES-BENZ `05 CLK320 CABRIOLET Convertible, Silver
with grey leather interior, fully loaded. Low miles. Excellent condition. Must See! Asking $27,000 (570) 477-3083
100 point Concours quality restoration. Red with black fenders. Never Driven. 0 miles on restoration. RARE! $40,000 $38,000
1993 MERCEDES BENZ 300SL
38,000 miles 6 cylinder, 2 door convertible with hardtop. Black with Black leather interior. 2nd owner. Loaded. Must Sell! $18,500 $15,500 $14,500
1993 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE 4 door
Blue-Sapphire Beauty! Beautiful condition. Garage kept 26,000 miles. All available options fully loaded. 4 door. Grey leather interior $7,900
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MERCEDES-BENZ `95 SL 500 Convertible, with
removable hard top, dark Blue, camel interior, Summer Driving Only, Garage Kept. Very Good Condition, No Accidents. Classy Car. Price Reduced! $13,995 or trade for SUV or other. 570-388-6669
MINI COOPER 05 Red, 79000 miles,
automatic, 2 door, all power, sun roof, Excellent condition, runs great. $10,000 (570) 817-1467 or 570-299-9092
NISSAN 00 MAXIMA
Manual transmission, 5 speed, fully loaded, clean, good condition, leather, 17” tires, 81k miles. 1 owner. $6500. 570561-2234 /646-6422066 ask for Mike.
NISSAN 04 350Z
Roadster Touring Edition. Loaded. Good condition. 18,000 miles, triple black, 6 speed manual transmission, 19” black & chrome wheels. $24,000 or best offer. (570) 233-7044
Bose radio, 6 CD player. $8,500 570-472-3175
Edition, Power steering, brakes, windows & locks. 6 CD changer. Excellent condition, 43K. $12,500. 570-881-6897
NISSAN `08 ALTIMA
Low mileage, 18000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, all power, cruise control, GPS/navigation system, AM/FM radio, CD changer, Mp3 player, keyless entry, leather interior, sun/moon roof, rear defroster, new floor mats, Winter Frost pearl paint, heated seats, side mirror defroster, backup camera, auto rear view mirror dimmer, Bluetooth, phone, nav., & radio controls on steering wheel, 4.5 years remaining on 7 year 100,000 miles Nissan bumper to bumper Premium Warranty included, EXCELLENT CONDITION Altima HYBRID 35city/33 highway mpg. $18,900. 570-371-9001 Call after 5:00 p.m.
PONTIAC 69 FIREBIRD 400 CONVERTIBLE
Blue/white top & white interior. Recent documented frame-off restoration. Over $31,000 invested. will sell $24,600. 570-335-3127
PORSCHE `02 BOXSTER S Great convertible,
black top, 6 speed manual transmission, carbon fiber dash, leather interior, front & rear trunk, fast & agile. $18,000 or best offer. Call 570-262-2478
SALEEN `02 SE 281 Convertible, silver on black, garage kept, Production #351. 14,500 miles. Asking $23,500, Serious inquiries only! 570-477-3600
SUBARU 02 FORESTER
144,000 miles, 4 cylinder, all wheel drive, automatic, good condition. $6,500. call Dave (570) 479-0106
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Metallic Green Exterior & Tan Interior, 5 Speed Transmission, Heated Seats. 2nd Owner, 66k Miles. Excellent Condition, Garage Kept, Excellent Gas Mileage. Carfax available. Price reduced $7,995 or trade for SUV or other. Beautiful / Fun Car. 570-388-6669
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SCION 08 TC
Low mileage, 42,000 miles, 4 speed, front wheel drive, 2 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, cruise control, AM/FM radio, CD player, Mp3 player, keyless entry, sun/moon roof, rear defroster, tinted windows. $14,200. (570) 443-7522 Call before 9:30 p.m.
SUBARU 05 IMPREZA WRX 2.0 Turbo, Blue
exterior. Black cloth interior. 48,000 miles, 18” Black O.Z Rally Wheels. 3” RSR Turbo Back Exhaust. ACT 2 Clutch, cold air intake, RA Gearsets. $13,999 (570) 852-9231
Contact Gary Potter at 570-544-3140, Ext. 156 or visit us at 1298 Keystone Blvd. • Pottsville, PA
SUZUKI 04 AERIO AWD
White sedan, 6-CD changer, 62K miles, $6200 or best offer. 570-592-2556
TOYOTA `93 MR2 T-top, 5 speed.
AM/FM/CD, AC, power antenna. New tires. No rust. Great condition.
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White, 4 door, automatic. 1 owner. 76,000 original miles. Excellent condition. Rare automobile. $4,700. Village Auto Sales of Tompkinsville 570-499-8853
Volkswagen 03 GTI moonroof, 5 speed, loaded,$9750 excellent condition, 570-578-2149
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$300 and Up $125 extra if driven, pulled or pushed in. NOBODY Pays More
FORD `66
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Any Condition! Courteous, Fast Professional Buyer. Licensed & Bonded corvettebuyer.com 1-800-850-3656
Mustang Coupe. Pearl white, pony interior. Pristine condition. 26K miles. $17,000 or best offer. (570) 817-6768
Auto Parts
570-760-2035
Monday thru Saturday 6 am-9 pm Sunday 2 pm-8 pm
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CDS TRANSPORTATION REGIONAL RUNS For more than 50 years, CDS Transportation has employed the best CDL drivers in the region. Our professional, safe, and respected drivers are offered driving careers that provide earning opportunity and get you home daily. At CDS, our Company Drivers and Owner Operators know their expectations will be met. Company Driver requirements include a minimum 23 years of age, valid Class A CDL, two years T/T experience, a clean driving record, and a solid work history. Company drivers are presented a benefit package at 90 days including health, dental and vision. Join our growing fleet of truck driving professionals Today! CONTACT US: Eric Laubach One Passan Drive, Laflin, PA 570-654-6738 elaubach@cdstransportation.com On line at www.cdstransportation.com
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548 Medical/Health
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Do you like helping others?
Earn while you learn to become a
BUICK `55 SPECIAL
DIRECT CARE WORKER
CADILLAC `80 COUPE DEVILLE Excellent condition,
Allied Services’ In-Home division is offering an 80 hour training class for in-home direct care workers. The training will provide competency certification as required by the Department of Health. Graduates may be considered for employment at Allied Services. Candidates will have an opportunity to earn up to $500 in bonuses.
Red & white, 2 door Nice car. Must see to appreciate. $10,000 or best offer. 570-332-1350
$3,000 located in Hazleton. 570-454-1945 or 561-573-4114
CHEVY `66 BEL AIR
2 door post car, in good condition for age. Serious inquiries only, call for details. $8,500 or best offer. Call Steve at 570-407-0531
For more information please call 1-800-242-1883 or (570) 248-2210
To Apply For Admission To The Class, Go To Our Website At: www.allied-services.org or Contact Trish Tully at (570) 348-2237 Allied Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Greater Hazleton™ Health Alliance
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The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance has the following full time openings:
RN’s (Looking for full, part time and casual with Pediatric, Med/Surg, Critical Care and ED experience) (Experienced ED Full Time RN’s eligible for a bonus) LPN (with 2 years Ortho experience)
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LPN - Float (with 2 years experience) Phlebotomists - (Full Time & Casual) Nurse Practitioners (with Family Practice experience) Nurse Practitioner (with Pediatric experience) Nurse Practitioner/PA (with Rehab experience) Competitive salary and excellent benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) option, tuition reimbursement defined contribution plan and malpractice insurance for NP/PA’s. Candidates interested in joining our team can forward their resume in confidence to: jobs@ghha.org Employment Applications are available for download from our web site at www.ghha.org
700 E. Broad Street, Hazleton, PA 18201 272305
Our Heart Is In Healthcare
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auto and home insurance Looking for a career with growth potential, rewarding benefits, and a great working environment, LOOK NO FURTHER! Unitrin Direct is a direct to consumer personal lines auto & home insurance company. We offer the kind of exciting, dynamic work environment you’ll really appreciate all at a first class convenient location off Montage Mountain Road in Moosic. We are a proud member of the Unitrin family of insurance companies headquartered in Chicago with more than 6 million policyholders, $9 billion in assets, and 75 years of experience. Unitrin Direct has an Excellent rating from A.M. Best, a leading provider of ratings and financial information for the global insurance industry. We are currently seeking CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENTS MONDAY – FRIDAY SHIFT AND EVERY 3RD SATURDAY – Customer Service Agents receive incoming calls assisting current Policy Holders with their auto or home policy. The objective is to provide world class service while supporting underwriting guidelines, maintaining set quality standards, and providing a great customer experience. The position involves taking inbound calls from current customers answering their questions in a friendly professional tone and entering all pertinent information accurately. There are no sales or outbound calling and no traveling. As a Unitrin Direct Call Center Customer Service Agent you must be flexible and at all times remain professional with a positive attitude. Successful candidate(s) will earn an above average base salary and a generous shift differential in addition you have the opportunity to earn a quarterly incentive. We also offer Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits as well as an exceptional 401K plan. QUALIFICATIONS: 2 or 4 year college degree preferred with a concentration in Business or a minimum of 2-4 years comparable customer service, or call center experience. Must have excellent service, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, and E-mail applications are essential. Property & Casualty (P&C) License helpful, but not required, training and licensing will be provided. Interested candidates including recent college graduates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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Apply online at www.unitrindirect.com Click “About Us” then “Careers” and “Explore our Available Positions” to find “Customer Service Representative, Unitrin Direct” Unitrin Direct is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE
STATION WAGON V8, automatic, 8 passenger, 3rd seat, good condition, 2nd owner. $9,500. 570-579-3517
LINCOLN `88 TOWN CAR 61,000 original
miles, garage kept, triple black, leather interior, carriage roof, factory wire wheels, loaded, excellent condition. $5,500. Call Mike 570-237-7660
MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE
1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $8,900. Call 570-237-5119
OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT DRASTICALLY
REDUCED!! This model only produced in 1967 & 1968. All original 45,000 miles, Color Burgundy, cloth & vinyl interior, 350 rocket engine, 2nd owner. Fender skirts, always garaged. Trophy winner at shows. Serious inquiries only, $7,500. 570-690-0727
PONTIAC 84 TRANS AM
15TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION. 1 of 600 made, all available options, 63K miles, V8, auto. T-roof, $7,995. Call 570-817-2577
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TANK 07 VISION
2007 Tank Motor Sports Vision Motorcycle. 250 cc, Brand new. 0 miles. $2,400. For more information call Tom at 570-825-2114
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Boats & Marinas
CUSTOM CREST 15
Fiberglass boat with trailer. Outboard propulsion. Includes: 2 motors Erinmade, “Lark II series”
PRICE REDUCED! $2,400 NEGOTIABLE
570-417-3940
SALT CREEK SKIF
14’ fiberglass fishing boat, tri-hull (very stable), 25 HP Tahatsu outboard, Full Galvanized Trailer. Perfect Condition. Built in fuel tank. All new in ‘01. $2,500 570-256-7311
SEA NYMPH 94 19’, 4.0 Outboard
motor, good condition. $6,000 or best offer. Call 570-722-4077
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Commercial Trucks & Equipment
CHEVROLET 89
C70. 24’ box. Lift gate, many new parts. $1,900. (570)675-7546
FORD 99 E350 BUCKET VAN Triton V8. 2 speed
Rumble seat, coupe Good condition. Call for details (570) 881-7545
boom; 92,000miles; $9999 or best price. Great condition. Call 570-675-3384 or 570574-7002
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Mopeds
MOTOR SCOOTER Tank, 150cc, silver, 51 original miles. Seats two. Radio/cassette player, includes helmet and charger. $1300 Call NAPW 570-822-WASH
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HARLEY DAVIDSON ` 06 SOFTTAIL NIGHTTRAIN Dark gray metallic, new rr tire & brakes, many extras $11,500 (570) 592-4982
HARLEY DAVIDSON `01
Road King 19,000 miles, new tires, lots of extra chrome. Like New. $12,900. Call 570-639-1989 or 570-760-1023
HONDA 04 SHADOW SABRE 1100 black, 13,500
miles. Windshield, saddle bag. Excellent condition. $4,500. Call (570) 852-9455
HONDA 2004 CRF 100.
Excellent condition. $1500 or best offer. 570-498-7702
KAWASAKI 06
Vulcan Classic 1500 Black and chrome. Fuel injected. 21” windshield. Passenger backrest. Floor boards. Remainder of warranty. Expires Feb., 2012. Kept in heated garage! Never damaged. 7,000 miles. Great condition! $6,800 570-574-9217
SUZUKI `07 C50T CRUISER EXCELLENT CONDITION Windshield, Bags,
Floorboards,V&H Pipes, White walls,Garage Kept. 6K Miles $5,500 (570) 430-0357
YAMAHA `04 V-STAR 1100 Custom. 5800
miles, light bar, cobra exhaust, windshield, many extras, must sell. $5,995. Call 570-301-3433
YAMAHA `97 VIRAGO
750cc. 8,000 miles, saddlebags, windshield, back rest, Black & Pearl, Excellent Condition. Must See. Asking $2,499. Call after 4. 570-823-9376
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YAMAHA` 08 R1 BEAUTIFUL BIKE Perfect condition.
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3700 miles, new rear tire, undertail kit, cover. Price negotiable $7,900 570-852-9072
YAMAHA` 09 VSTAR 650 CLASSIC
Like New. Less than 1000 miles. White and chrome. Garage kept. $6,300 (570) 817-8127
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FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC
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, water purifier, awning, microwave oven, tinted safety glass windows, raised panel fridge & many accessories & options. Excellent condition, $22,500. 570-868-6986
FORD 96 CLASS C
Gulf Stream Conquest Motor Home. 31’, 460 V8, all options. 37K miles. Excellent condition. $17,000. Call 570-868-5385
Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!
Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!
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SERVICE TECHNICIAN Vector Security is looking for a qualified service technician in the Scranton area. This position will provide technical repair service to our existing account base of commercial and residential burglar and fire alarm systems, card access and CCTV systems. Qualified candidates must have the ability to read and interpret maps, schematics and technical bulletins, use hand and power tools, travel to multiple work sites each day and prepare accurate documentation. Three years industry experience is preferred. This is a full time position, Tuesday-Saturday, with an exceptional benefit package. A complete background/driving check and drug screen are required. Send resume to:
Service Manager Vector Security 23 Casey Avenue Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 Fax: 570-970-6237 Email: ajdommes@vectorsecurity.com EOE
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DRIVERS
Hourly Drivers needed for local deliveries Must be flexible for start / end time Competitive hourly pay Company paid benefits
OTR DRIVERS
Home every weekend Looking to fill immediate positions Earn up to .43cpm based on experience. More Home and Family time. Company Paid Medical Benefits 96% no-touch
CARLISLE CARRIER CORP.
1-800-628-7807 Ask for Natasha
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SUNLINE `06 SOLARIS
Travel Trailer. 29’, mint condition, 1 slide out a/c-heat. Stove, microwave, fridge, shower inside & out. Many more extras. Reduced. $15,500. Call 570-842-6735
SUNLITE CAMPER
22 ft. 3 rear bunks, center bathroom, kitchen, sofa bed. Air, Fully self contained. Sleeps 6. New tires, fridge awning. $4500. 215-322-9845
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“A Camper’s Best Friend” Rt. 11 BloomsburgDanville Highway
570-389-9900
TRAVEL TRAILER 33 ft Rear queen master
bedroom, Walk thru bathroom. Center kitchen + dinette bed. Front extra large living room + sofa bed. Big View windows. Air, awning, sleeps 6, very clean, will deliver. Located in Benton, Pa. $4,900. 215-694-7497
Outbound Sales Representative, Part Time Gateway Energy Services Corporation is hiring Outbound Sales Representatives to be responsible for telemarketing Gateway’s services. This position will require becoming familiar with Gateway’s businesses, understanding the specifics of each product offered, fielding inbound sales calls and placing outbound sales calls to prospective customers. Prior Call Center experience preferred. • PT Representatives earn $12.00 hourly + commission ($16.00 hourly at full quota) • 2 shift options are available Option 1: 4 weekdays of your choice from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Saturdays are required) Option 2: 4 weekdays of your choice from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Saturdays are required) • Paid training (must be available for the first three days of training from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) • Opportunity to get in on the ground floor with a growing company Applicants with Call Center experience (preferably outbound) are encouraged to apply directly at our Call Center:
Gateway Energy Services Corporation Call Center 190 Welles Street • Forty Fort, PA (across from the Beer Deli) You may also submit your resume to hr@gesc.com
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Accepting resumes to coordinate, process and execute purchasing activities for busy manufacturing plant. Must be experienced with MS Word & Excel, have strong organization skills and attention to detail, have ability to multi-task in fast paced environment, experience with placing orders with vendors, monitoring and processing purchase orders. Will be expected to follow established system of orders and maintain accurate records. Previous accounting/purchasing experience in industrial facility desired. Competitive salary & benefits including: paid vacation & sick time, 9 paid holidays, 401K, ST/LT Disability and Stock Purchase, Flex Spending, Medical, Dental and Life Insurance. Those qualified applicants may apply or fax resume to with SALARY requirements: AEP Industries, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 20 Elmwood Ave., Mountaintop, PA 18707 Fax (201) 994-2922 or email Lynottm@aepinc.com EOE.
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Join Our Our Team Team at Allied Allied Services! Services! Join Variety of positions available in the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton Area:
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RNs & LPNs Certified Nurse Aides Respiratory Therapists Behavioral Health Workers Direct Care Workers (Training Program Available) • Resident Assistants • Food Service Workers Competitive Salary commensurate with experience. Full Benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, 401k. Allied Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If interested, please apply online at: www.allied-services.org Allied Services Human Resource Department 100 Abington Executive Park, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Fax (570) 348-1294 For more information, please contact Human Resources at (570) 348-1348 or 1-800-368-3910
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What a Great Place to Work! Tired of working in a lifeless, uninspired, deadend job? Get ready to work for one of Pennsylvania’s highly rated companies! Check out our website for available positions!
www.guard.com We are accepting resumes for several professional related positions in our Customer Service, Small Business Underwriting, and Claims departments. Bilingual in English & Spanish needed and appreciated! Please send your resume to (E-mail preferred): GUARD Insurance Group Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703 Fax: (570) 823-5930
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SNOWMOBILE
JOHN DEERE Liquid Fire 440 560 miles Excellent condition!!! $1000.00 Days: 570-855-2061 Evening: 570-675-5046
Let the Community Know! Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130
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BUICK `05 RENDEZVOUSFully CX AWD,
loaded, 1 owner, 18,000 miles. 6 cylinder. New inspection, tires & brakes. Like new, inside & out. $16,900. Call (570) 540-0975
CHEVR0LET`02 EXPRESS
CONVERSION VAN Loaded. Low miles. Excellent condition.
$18,900
570-674-3901
CHEVROLET 91 PANEL TRUCK White, wiith gutter
machine, $6,000, very good condition leave message 570-779-1909
CHEVROLET `05 TRAILBLAZER LT Black/Grey. 18,000
miles. Well equipped. Includes On-Star, tow package, roof rack, running boards, remote starter, extended warranty. $16,000 (570) 825-7251
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FORD `97 EXPLORER
Sport - 4WD, 2 door, black, new tires and alternator, 117K miles, fully loaded, 6 CD changer, power windows, power locks, runs perfect. $2500. Call 570-814-8536
FORD `99 E250
Wheelchair Van 78,250 miles. Fully serviced, new battery, tires & rods. Seats 6 or 3 wheelchairs. Braun Millennium lift with remote. Walk up door. Front & rear A/C. Power locks & windows. Excellent condition. $9,500. 570-237-6375
Selling your Camper? Place an ad and find a new owner. 570-829-7130
FORD 2008 EDGE SEL
All Wheel Drive. Red, low miles, fully loaded, leather, 6 CD changer, perfect condition. $23,000 or best offer. Call
570-814-8536
140000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, AM/FM radio, CD player, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, $5,990 (570) 606-4198
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HONDA `10 ODYSSEY
Special Edition. Maroon, Fully loaded. Leather seats. TV/DVD, navigation, sun roof plus many other extras. 3rd seat . Only 950 Miles. Brand New. Asking $36,000 (570) 328-0850
HUMMER 05 H2
Yellow with black leather interior. Front & rear heated seats. Many chrome accessories. $28,500 or best offer. Call (570) 788-9826 or (570) 956-8547 Leave Message
INTERNATIONAL 95 DUMP TRUCK Refurbished, rebuilt engine, transmission replaced. Rear-end removed and relubed. Brand new 10’ dump. PA state inspected. $12,900/best offer. 570-594-1496
JEEP ’02 LIBERTY SPORT 4x4 70k miles, Power options. Excellent condition. $8,000 negotiable. Call 570-239-4568 Leave message.
HONDA `03 JEEP 07 LIBERTY 4X4 White, 23k miles, ODYSSEY 3.7, 6 cylinder, autoHigh mileage,
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Pierce St., Kingston Various Size Suites Medical, Legal, Commercial Utilities, Parking, Janitorial Custom Design Renovations
MEDICAL SUITE
JEEP `07 WRANGLER X 4x4, stick shift, soft
top. Red exterior, well maintained, garage kept. 11,500 miles, one owner. AC, CD player, cruise control. Tow package with cargo carrier. Excellent condition. $18,700 Call 570-822-9680
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KIA `02 SEDONA EX, Van, Sunroof.
61,000 miles. Loaded. Good condition. $5000 or best offer. 570-606-7654
LEXUS `04 GX 470 Black with dark
gray leather interior. DVD player. Fully loaded. 92,000 miles. Excellent condition. $19,000 (570) 675-4424
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TRUCKS FOR SALE Ford, GMC,
MITSUBISHI `95 MONTERO SR 4WD 177,102 miles, auto-
matic, four wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, air bags, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, cruise control, AM/FM radio, cassette player, CD changer, leather interior, sun roof, rear defroster, rear windshield wiper, new Passed inspection, new battery. $2,500 (570) 868-1100 Call after 2:00 p.m.
LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!
NISSAN `08 ROGUE SL. AWD, 1 owner,
no accidents. 4 door hatchback, 6 cylinder, roof rails, dark gray, black interior. Premium wheels, new tires, brakes extra set of snows. Premium sound/Bose/bluetooth, XM radio. Intelligent key entry. Newly inspected 36,900 miles $19,500 (570) 371-7227
SUZUKI `07 XL-7 56,000 miles,
automatic, all-wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, all power, CD player, leather interior, tinted windows, custom wheels, $13,500 Call 570-829-8753 Before 5:00 p.m.
SUZUKI `09 GRAND4x4. VITARA166 Luxury
horsepower 4 cylinder, 4 mode full time 4 wheel drive. 1,269 miles. 4 wheel anti lock disc brakes. Leather, heated seats. Power seats, mirrors, locks & sunroof. 6 cd changer with 8 speakers. Cruise & tilt. Smart pass keyless entry start. $19,000. Call 570-401-3714
TRACTOR TRAILERS
FREIGHTLINER ’97 MIDROOF 475 CAT & 10 speed transmission. $12,000 FREIGHTLINER ’99 CONDO 430 Detroit, Super 10 transmission. Asking $15,000. ‘88 FRUEHAUF 45’ with sides. All aluminum, spread axle. $6,500. 2 storage trailers. 570-814-4790
International-Prices starting at $2,295. Box Truck, Cab & Chassis available. Call U-haul 570-822-5536
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$ WANTED JUNK $ VEHICLES LISPI TOWING We pick up 822-0995
To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649 490 Truck/SUV/ Van Accessories
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TRUCK CAP. Red for 6’ Chevy box $200. Call Dave at 570-760-9074
Auto Parts
570-301-3602
CALL US! TO JUNK YOUR CAR
BEST PRICES IN THE AREA CA$H ON THE $POT, Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602
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VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid In Cash!!! FREE Pick Ups Call Anytime 288-8995
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Accounting/ Finance
FINANCE AND INSURANCE PERSON
Must be detail oriented. (Automotive experience required).
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Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Would you enjoy working for the industry leader? Slusser Brothers, the regions leading construction contractor & materials supplier has the following fulltime positions available:
• Asphalt Plant Operator • Aggregate Blacktop Lab Tech • Blacktop Lab Technician – Necept certification helpful •Tri-Axle Dump Truck Driver
•Quarry Laborer •Hauler Driver •Millwright Are you up for the challenge of joining our team? You may apply online at www.oldcastle midatlantic.com
Excellent pay and benefits including 401k plan.
EOE/AAP M-F-D-DV
Send resume to: c/o Times Leader Box 2435 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250
LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED!
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PAYROLL CLERK/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Must be detail oriented.
Excellent pay and benefits including 401k plan. Send resume to: c/o Times Leader Box 2430 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250
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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN
CUSTOMER SERVICE We are looking to fill 2 office representative positions in a busy communications office. Call Center experience is a plus. Self-motivated individual with a dedicated sense of follow thru. Must have computer knowledge knowledge and possess good people skills. Competitive starting rate. Pleasant office environment. Must be dependable. Company offers a voluntary Health Benefits Package and 401 K plan. Call 1-888-514-8883 for details ask for Stefanie. Fax resumes to 570-517-5003.
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TEACHERS / ASSISTANTS
Full time/Part time positions in child care center. 2year/4 year degree in Early Childhood required for teacher. Excellent benefits. Apply Child Development Council, 9 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre or email: karenbcdc3@ aol.com. E.O.E.
Find Something? Lose Something? Get it back where it belongs with a Lost/Found ad! 570-829-7130
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COOKS & CHEFS Apply in person:
Isabella Restaurant
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1140 Route 315 Wilkes-Barre, PA
Apply Within: Antonio’s 501 Main Street Shopping Center White Haven
AUTOMOTIVE SALES CONSULTANT Valley Chevrolet is seeking individuals who are self-starters, team-oriented and driven. (No Experience Necessary)
NEEDED
• Salary & Commission • Benefits • 401K Plan • 5 Day Work Week • Huge New & Used Inventory
Valley Chevrolet Is Seeking a Class A and B Technician.
BE PART OF THE BEST SALES TEAM IN THE VALLEY!
GM Experience Preferred. ASE Is A Plus Inspection License & Own Tools Required We Offer: • Competitive Compensation Program
Apply in person to: Blake Gagliardi, Sales Manager Rick Merrick, Sales Manager
(Potential earnings over $20/hour)
• Benefits • Uniforms
Apply in Person 8:30am - 4:30pm
VALLEY CHEVROLET SERVICE COMPLEX
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VALLEY CHEVROLET
221 Conyngham Avenue, Wilkes-Barre
601 Kidder Street Wilkes-Barre
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New Bridge Center 480 Pierce St., Kingston 1st floor, 2 treatment rooms, business office & private office. FRAN RICH - 570-287-1161
matic, power locks, doors and windows. Car still under warranty. Like new. Sacrifice $14,500. 570-256-7311
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Mid-Atlantic Youth Services Corporation (MAYS), manager and operator of PA Child Care, offers outstanding career opportunities for qualified candidates. MAYS provides specialized treatment and detention services to alleged/adjudicated males and females, ages 12 to 20 We are currently accepting applications for: • Full Time and Part Time Direct Care Staff to work with adjudicated youth in a secure treatment setting. All candidates must be 21 years of age or older, have a valid PA driver’s license. Pay based on experience and qualifications. Benefit package includes health, vision, dental, life insurance, and 401K. All qualified candidates must submit to pre-employment drug testing, obtain child abuse and criminal background clearances, and be able to effectively manage youth in a residential setting. For more information on PA Child Care, please visit www.midatlanticyouth.com Please send resume to Melissa Sweetz-Rusonis/HR Manager Mid-Atlantic Youth Services, 701 Sathers Drive Pittston, PA 18640 Email resumes in MS WORD FORMAT to msweetz@midatlanticyouth.com 518 Customer Support/Client Care
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When was the last time you... Worked for the Best? Since 1991, Boden has been selling quality men’s, women’s and children’s clothing on the Internet and by mail order. We continue to enjoy fantastic growth, so much that we are now expanding our call centre and warehouse in Pittston. We have also been voted one of The Sunday Times (UK) Best Companies to Work For two years in a row.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE We are looking for people to work full time in our call centre in Pittston. We’re not your average call centre though. Our focus is on our customers and giving them excellent service. We don’t ask you to make sales calls, and you are not told what to say. We are offering: • $11.22 starting rate • 401k • Health Insurance
• A generous employee discount • 13 days paid time off (increasing to 18 over 5 years) • Clothing Allowance
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Why not get in touch? We’d love to hear from you, particularly if you have previous call centre or customer service experience. Email your resume to btomascik@bodenusa.com
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Mercy Health Partners offers outstanding career opportunities at Mercy Hospital, Scranton, Mercy Special Care Hospital, Nanticoke and Mercy Tyler, Tunkhannock. We are currently looking for: • Registered Nurses (Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual Pool) • Occupational Health Nurse • Utilization Review Nurse • Certified Nurse Aides (Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual Pool) • Nurse Aide (Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual Pool) • Home Health: Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses • Student Nurse Externs • Registered Medical Technologist • Occupational Therapist (Temporary) • Physical Therapists • Speech Therapists • Food Service Workers • Switchboard Operators • Unit Clerk Mercy Health Partners offers a competitive compensation and benefit package, with a generous paid time off plan, tuition reimbursement and on-site employee gym. Interested and qualified individuals can meet us at the career fair, or submit their resume to:
Mercy Health Partners Gretchen Eagen – Human Resources 746 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, PA 18501 hr@health-partners.org • Fax (570) 348-7045 Mercy Health Partners is an affiliate of Catholic Health Partners and is committed to the development of an inclusive workforce. EOE Mercy Special Care Hospital 128 West Washington Street Nanticoke, PA 18643
Mercy Tyler 880 SR 6 West Tunkhannock, PA 18657
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CHIMNEY SUPPLY Inc Olympia Chimney Supply, Inc. is a locally owned and operated manufacturer of stainless steel chimney relining and venting systems located in Scranton. We are currently accepting resumes and applications for the following positions: • Sheet Metal Fabricators • Warehouse Personnel • Shift Leaders • Engineers/Draftsmen
• Administrative Assistants • IT Specialists • Sales Professionals • Customer Service Representatives
Please stop by our booth to drop off your resume or fill out an application. You can also submit your resume via email or fax to Human Resources at hsmith@olympiachimney.com or (570) 496-8894
Local Service. International Resources. Our promise is to serve you reliably, consistently, and personably with up-to-the-minute employment services and professional business standards. Our locally-owned Scranton and soon-to-open Wilkes Barre offices are backed by one of the fastest-growing employment companies in the world. Since 1983, Express Employment Professionals has grown to over 600 offices in 4 countries. We’re both an international company large enough to serve you completely, and a local office small enough to move quickly and act independently. With one contact, you have access to our entire network of professionals and our headquarters team- providing services that other employment companies just can’t match. How can we impact your business today? Call the experts at Express Employment Professionals for the employment solutions you need. COMING SOON
EXPRESS PROS. SCRANTON 135 West Market St., Scranton PA 18508 Phone: 570.963.1000 www.ScrantonPA.ExpressPros.com
EXPRESS PROS. WILKES-BARRE 275 Mundy Street Wilkes-Barre
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Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility Minutes from Scranton, right off of Interstate 81
We are adding to our current, qualified staff of RNs, LPNs, & CNAs.
Come and Visit Our Booth – Timber Ridge Health Care Center • Valid License/ Certification required • Long Term Care experience preferred
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We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Submit a resume, apply online or in person at our current facility located: 1555 E. End Blvd. Wilkes Barre, PA 18711 AT THE Attn: Human Resources WOODLANDS or fax : 570-823-9165 EOE
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Valley Crest Nursing, Inc. d/b/a Timber Ridge Health Care Center
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Drivers: Excellent Pay, benefits, bonuses & home weekly dedicated account openings with premier truckload carrier. Werner Enterprises 1-800-397-2645
BEST WESTERN EAST MOUNTAIN INN
Has the following Part time positions:
HOUSEKEEPING BANQUET SERVERS HOUSEPERSONS
(Must have valid PA Drivers License) Weekends and Holidays a must. Apply in person. No phone calls. Off Route 115 Wilkes-Barre
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AUTO MECHANIC
No weekends. Paid holidays & vacation. Must have PA inspection & Emissions license. Must have own tools. Salary commensurate with experience. Call Jerry 570-388-2570 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
MECHANICAL TECHNICIANS
Tools a PA State Inspection License Required Call 570-287-2117
BODY TECHNICIANS
401K plan. Health insurance. Profit sharing. Please call Bonner Collision at 714-0584 or apply in person at: 157 John St. Kingston, PA 18704
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CUSTODIAN
Local church is looking for a parttime 30 hours/week Custodian. Duties consist of, but are not limited to maintaining and cleaning sanctuary and educational building, mow/trim lawn and shrubbery, snow removal, and minor repairs to building. Mail your resume to Shavertown United Methodist Church, 163 N. Pioneer Ave. Shavertown, PA 18708 or email to: sumc8@epix.net
HOUSEKEEPER
Let the Community Know! Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130
OWNER OPERATORS NEEDED Dedicated service.
Good pay. Steady year round work. Regional work. Home weekends. Call 570-996-7662
TRUCKING
SAFETY DIRECTOR
Local Trucking Company looking for an experienced Safety Director, if you have knowledge of FMCSA regulations, driver recruitment and retention, OSHA regulations, H/R, accident Investigation, workers compensation and excellent people skills then we want to talk to you. Send resume and salary requirements to hr@ calexlogistics.com or apply in person: Calex 58 Pittston Ave, Pittston, Pa. EOE
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ACTIVITIES AIDE
No Benefits Part-Time (20 hours bi-weekly) Position requires 3 to 4 Evenings per week (7:00pm – 8:30pm) And Every other weekend coverage 10:00am - 4:00pm Saturday 2:00pm-4:00pm Sunday Apply in person at: Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 55 W. Center Hill Rd Dallas PA 18612 Or email resume to: Meadowshr@ hotmail.com e.o.e.
OPTOMETRIST
Part time/Full time. Immediate opening for OD with TMOD certification. Excellent working environment with top compensation. For more information call Mr. Potts at 570-401-3730. Join our growing practice! All replies confidential.
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NORTHEAST VETERINARY REFERRAL HOSPITAL
A state-of-the-art veterinary referral and emergency hospital, located near Wilkes-Barre, seeks qualified individuals available to work nights, weekends and holidays in the following positions: • Veterinary Technicians • Client Service Team Members Technicians must have experience, and/or education. Client Service TMs must have customer service experience and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package. Please apply in person or send resume to:
NVRH
242 S. River St. Suite 200 Plains, PA 18705 EOE
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NURSING POSITIONS RN S Part-Time Weekends
CNA S
Full-Time All shifts available & Part-Time Weekends
RN/LPN/CNA S
Per Diem All shifts available Apply in person to: Kingston Commons 615 Wyoming Ave. Kingston, PA 18704 570-288-5496 Or e-mail resume to: Tmines@ ageofpa.com E.O.E. Drug free workplace
Job Seekers are looking here! Where's your ad? 570-829-7130 and ask for an employment specialist Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!
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The Keen Agency Inc. is a PA licensed and bonded agency. New models for advertisements in print, commercial, TV and runway. Locally & New York City. All ages, types and sizes. No experience necessary. Open Calls 5 & 7 pm only: Thursday March 3 At Woodlands Inn & Resort
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CNC OPERATOR
Experience necessary. Please send cover letter & resume to: r.delvalle@ usmaero.net
MECHANICAL ASSEMBLERS Experience
necessary. Please send cover letter & resume to: r.delvalle@ usmaero.net
TOOL MAKER/ MACHINIST
Experience necessary. Please send cover letter & resume to: r.delvalle@ usmaero.net
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RADIO SALES REPRESENTATIVES
Gem104 Radio in Tunkhannock has immediate openings for outside ad sales. Fantastic income & management growth potential with 4 counties & the Scranton/WilkesBarre market. Salary plus commission. Strong, experienced, serious candidates only. Send resume & cover letter to Joel jobs@gem104.com or Fax to 570-2657603. No phone calls, please. EEO. Let the Community Know! Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130
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INTERSTATE PRODUCTS is a Private Label Chemical Manufacturer. We offer a partnership program for sales minded people. This Opportunity will give you the chance to develop your own business with our help. We will design a complete program just for you with your co name and private label program. Your sales ability is your ticket to financial freedom. Call (570) 288-1226
Business Opportunities
2 LOCAL MILLIONAIRES
SALES
Position available for the right person who will sell locations for our recycling units. You must be personable, outgoing, able to make cold calls, have a reliable vehicle and believe in saving the environment through recycling. Sales area covers a 100 miles radius from our Wilkes Barre location. Salary $25,000.00 plus commission plus mileage. U’SAgain Recycling 486 S Empire St. Wilkes-Barre 570-270-2670
570-586-2626 www. keen-models.com
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looking for 10 Motivated individuals to train for serious income in a recession-proof business. Call 1-800-292-0618
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630 Money To Loan “We can erase your bad credit 100% GUARANTEED.” Attorneys for the Federal Trade Commission say they’ve never seen a legitimate credit repair operation. No one can legally remove accurate and timely information from your credit report. It’s a process that starts with you and involves time and a conscious effort to pay your debts. Learn about managing credit and debt at ftc. gov/credit. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.
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Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair
CRANE MECHANIC
Local, well established Crane Company in need of an experienced Hydraulic Crane Mechanic to work on crane fleet in the Williamsport Pa area. Top Pay in the business. Excellent Benefits. Service Truck Provided. Class B Required. Will assist in relocation. Must have own tools, Minimum 5 years experience and willing to work over time and weekends when needed. Experience with Link Belt, Liebheer and Grove Cranes a plus! Email: careeropportunity17701@gmail.com
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CRANE OPERATORS Locally owned, large crane company working in oil field, road construction & general construction looking for Crane Operators.
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Air Conditioners
AIR CONDITIONER $40 570-740-1246
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CCO Certification & Class A/B License required (2) Years experience. Over time and weekends required. Permanent work based out of Williamsport, Pa and through out the Northern Tier. Top Pay in Industry. Excellent Benefits. State of the Art Equipment. Will assist in relocation. Email: careeropportunity17701@gmail.com
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JAN-PRO COMMERCIAL CLEANING OF NEPA Be Your Own Boss Work Full or Part time Accounts available NOW throughout Wilkes Barre, Scranton, and Hazleton. We guarantee $5,000 to $200,000 in annual billing. Small investment We’re ready Are you? For more info Call 570-824-5774
Janproofnepa.com
Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified! PUC Limousine License for Sale. For more details, contact 570-574-2111 Job Seekers are looking here! Where's your ad? 570-829-7130 and ask for an employment specialist
Please submit resume to Gary.Swanson.GXMY@Statefarm.com or fax us at 570-821-7535
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Mother’s Helper needed in Dallas. Monday-Friday 7-11am. Non Smoker & Detail Oriented. $10-12/hour. housekeeper18612@ gmail.com
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Nurses - Full Time and Per Diem RN Supervisor CNAs - All Shifts
Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
Golden Living Center - Summit 50 N. Pennsylvania Avenue Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 570-825-3488 pamela.smith2@goldenliving.com
Golden Living Center - Tunkhannock 30 Virginia Drive Tunkhannock, PA 18657 570-863-5166 julie.grodis@goldenliving.com
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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
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758 Miscellaneous BARREL, wooden. 53 gallon. Excellent condition $195. 570-876-3830
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BUY - SELL TRADE Also Buying Ammo; War / Military Items; Bayonets; Gold & Silver; Coins 570-735-1487 Daily 10am 7pm 570-855-2613
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DACHSHUND PUPPIES
AKC registered puppies for sale. Call for information, 570-864-2207
GERMAN SHEPHERDS
PUPS AKC. 7 weeks Black & Red. Family raised. Parents on Premises. Vet checked. $700 570-389-1156
The Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Positions Available
Dogs
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PAWS TO CONSIDER.... ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE
Purebread. 1 female black & tan $450. 1 Male, red & tan $400. Parents small Call 570-379-2225
POMERANIAN PUPPIES 8 weeks, 2 females, 1 male, $350. No papers. 570-443-8315
This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website.
Say it HERE in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130
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NEW CONSTRUCTION
SHIH-TZU PUPPIES
Parents on premises Shots Current. $550 & up 570-401-1838
Parents on premises. Vet checked. Very loving. Family raised. $500. Call (570) 945-7068
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BIRD CAGE: large parrot size, like new $175. 288-9940 BIRD CAGES: small $10. Large $20. 570-288-4852
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CNA s can apply on line at:
https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=296360 Individualized orientation program. Competitive starting rates Vacation, Holiday and Personal Days Tuition Reimbursement Health insurance and Pension Plan Child Day Care on premises Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 55 West Center Hill Road Dallas PA 18612 Email Meadowshr@hotmail.com e.o.e.
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Visiting Angels is looking for experienced compassionate and reliable caregivers to work in the homes of the elderly. We offer competitive wages, training, friendly and supportive staff. Come Join Our Growing Team! Must have a minimum of 2 years experience, valid driver s license. Immediate Openings in the Dallas area.
Why a career with Visiting Angels? Because we care about our caregivers!
Call 570-270-6700 today! Equal Opportunity Employer
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Sundays, 12 to 2 307 Canter Dr. 2,700 sq. ft., $386,500 patrickdeats.com 570-696-1041
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65 W. Pettebone St. Beautiful remodeled home in nice neighborhood. 4 bed, 3 bath, new carpeting new kitchen, stainless appliances. A must see. $174,500. Leave Message 570-881-8493
HARVEYS LAKE Lakefront property
for sale. 1 acre of land. 50’ of developed lakefront. Respond to: For Sale by Owner P.O. Box 286 Harveys Lake, PA 18618
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DUPONT
HANOVER TWP.
Single Family Home! 3 Bedrooms, nice neighborhood, large yard, gas baseboard hot water heat, near schools & public transportation. Low taxes. To Settle Estate. REDUCED PRICE $72,500 No Realtors. Call 570-262-6480 for appointment.
Looking for the right deal on an automobile? Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Classified’s got the directions!
SUNDAY 1:00PM-3:00PM 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 (835.00 / 30years/ 5%) 570-654-1490
PLAINS
Absolute Must See River Ridge Townhouse!
Sell your own home! Place an ad HERE 570-829-7130
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FORTY FORT
104 Butler Street Great starter home in nice neighborhood. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Large yard, attached garage. Asking $65,900. Call (570) 693-1678
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WEST WYOMING 438 Tripp St
Line up a place to live in classified!
FORTY FORT
EXPERIENCED CAREGIVERS NEEDED
3-11 Shift Full Time and Part Time with benefits
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LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!
SIBERIAN HUSKY PUPPIES, ACA,
CNA s
7-3 Shift Full Time and Part Time with benefits
Having trouble paying your mortgage? Falling behind on your payments? You may get mail from people who promise to forestall your foreclosure for a fee in advance. Report them to the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency. Call 1-877FTC-HELP or click on ftc.gov. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.
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Call 829-7130 Place your pet ad and provide us your email address
906 Homes for Sale
ABANDONED FARM
264 Burke Street No maintenance fees. Many upgrades. Move in condition. 2,000 sq. ft. Berber, ceramic tile & hardwood. 2 bedroom, 2.5 baths. Walk in closet. No units in front of or behind. 1 car garage. Very private. Near all interstates. REDUCED PRICE Call 570-829-3162
SWOYERSVILLE
Immaculate 2 story, stone & vinyl. Large lot on cul-de-sac. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Detached oversized 2 car garage with loft. Tile, hardwood, granite, central air. laundry/pantry & large family room with built in bar & fireplace on 1st floor. $284,900. 570-288-3256
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51 Acres $79,900 Fields, woods, awesome views, stonewalls, loads of deer! Prime So, NY Setting. Call 888-793-7762 or visit www.NewYork LandandLakes.com
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ASHLEY 1 BEDROOM 22B N. Main Street,
For lease, available immediately, 1 bedroom, 1 bath room, refrigerator, stove and washer provided, off-street parking, no pets, $400/ per month, water and sewer paid, $400/security deposit. Call 901-356-4233
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Totally renovated 6 room apartment. Partially furnished, brand new fridge/ electric range, electric washer & dryer. Brand new custom draperies, Roman shades, carpeting / flooring & energy efficient furnace & windows. 2 bedroom + large attic loft bedroom with spacious walk-in closet, full tiled bath on 1st floor, Easy access to I-81, airport & casino, off street parking. No smoking, No pets. $750 + utilities & security. 570-762-8265
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FORTY FORT
1633 Wyoming Ave. 2 bedrooms, no pets, newer carpet & paint, air conditioning. $650/per month, plus utilities. Call (570) 287-3059
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Meadows Senior Living Community 200 Lake St Dallas, PA 18612 570-675-9336
One Bedroom Apartment Available! Included: All utilities, air conditioning, maintenance, and free parking. Restaurant and Beauty shop on site. Office hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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IN THE HEART OF WILKES-BARRE
Immediate Occupancy!!
MARTIN D. POPKY APARTMENTS 61 E. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
Affordable Senior Apartments Income Eligibility Required Utilities Included! Low cable rates; New appliances; laundry on site; Activities! Curb side Public Transportation
Please call 570-825-8594 TDD/TTY 800-654-5984
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MONROE TWP. - Comfy, cozy cape cod ready to move into 4 bedrooms, heated sunroom, heated 2 car garage, stone patio for BBQs, front porch for rockers, comes with all appliances and washer & dryer. Monroe Twp - Tunkhannock Schools. Come to the Country! $147,000 11-583
TUNKHANNOCK - Very spacious home with open floor plan. Lot’s of room for entertaining. Finished basement with wet bar. Nicely landscaped, deck, patio and 20x40 pole barn. A must see! $385,000 10-3481
MEHOOPANY - Spacious bi-level, wood floors throughout, formal dining room, paved driveway, 1 car garage. Family room in lower level. $129,500 10-6363
SCRANTON: Supreme Living...Set a new standard of living in this wonderful 2 story home nestled in a desirable East Mtn Location. Hardwood, tile & marble floors, central air, Master Suite w/ whirlpool tub, walk in closet & marble FP. $389,000 10-5515
NORTH SCRANTON: Great Charm on large double corner lot, Remodeled kitchen & bath. Hardwood flrs & original woodwork. Large rooms plus sun room, 1 car garage & walk up attic. Could be a Showplace with some TLC. $59,900 10-5328
TUNKHANNOCK - Spacious townhome with view of the mountains. Buyer can choose finish if purchased prior to completion. $225,000 11-159
LAKE SHERIDAN - Own a cottage at Lake Sheridan. Great fun for the summer or live year-round if you like. 2 BR’s, very spacious. Priced Right at $69,000 10-3068
TUNKHANNOCK - Fully rented 6 unit apartment building in convenient location. Excellent opportunity for a positive cash flow. $325,000 10-5490
ABINGTON GARDENS: Why pay rent? You can purchase this roomy townhouse. Maintenance free exterior, decorate the inside to suite your own taste. Main Level Entry, 2 Bed/1.5 Baths. Owner is Motivated! $119.900 11-532
DALTON: New Luxury Town Homes @ DALTON RIDGE...3 and 4 Bedroom with an open floor plan. Energy Star Partner, lots of natural light, gas heat, 1st floor bedroom. 5 Units ranging in price from $236,000 thru $275,000 10-5503 thru 10-5507
WEST SCRANTON: More For Your Money…in this 3 Bedroom Home! Spacious kitchen, formal dining room, fenced yard and a 16x23 detached garage. $58,000 10-5552
TUNKHANNOCK - Spacious townhome with view of the mountains. Buyer can choose finish if purchase prior to completion. $210,000 11-108
TUNKHANNOCK - 2,100 sq.ft. commercial space on busy Route 6. 1,400 sq.ft. on main floor great for offices or retail space. Lower level is 1 bedroom apartment or more office area. $155,900 10-5194
TUNKHANNOCK - Move-in condition. 3 bedroom ranch home with 2 car detached garage. Freshly painted, new carpet and vinyl. Partially finished basement. A must see! $117,500 10-6023
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Scranton: 4 Unit close to the University of Scranton. Perfect for Student Housing. Great income property. $19,900 11-595
OLD FORGE: Great Location! Custom cherry kitchen, formal dining room, first floor family room, lower level family room w/ wet bar, 2 fireplaces, in-ground pool & pool house. $285,000 11-342
SCRANTON: Great Investment Opportunity! Side by side double. Fully rented, tenants want to stay! One year lease just renewed. Huge backyard and off street parking. $55,000 10-444
TUNKHANNOCK - New construction being built on spec. Buyer can make changes or choose finish if purchased prior to completion. Fireplace optional. Beautiful view. Convenient location. $359,000 11-106
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TUNKHANNOCK - Extraordinary ranch home in private country setting. Open floor plan. Beautiful views of the Endless Mountains. Fenced yard, 23x13 enclosed porch, 16x6 front porch, large private deck, 32x45 room currently used as a library could be a family room or in-law apartment $279,500 10-2645
TUNKHANNOCK - Absolutely magnificent French Provincial Home in Eaton Hills Development. Impressive 2-story foyer with Italian marble floors. Stunning kitchen with impressive center island, granite counter tops and stainless appliances. Breathtaking views of the Endless Mountains. $550,000 10-214
JERMYN: Truss Manufacturing Company. Business & Equipment & 9548+ sq ft of manufacturing space. 2 60x30 Open End Buildings on 2.5 Acres. $850.000. MLS #11-120
GREEN RIDGE: Location, Location, Location! Across from Marywood University this 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath has Old World Charm. Many updates, finished attic, formal dining room, fireplace & fenced yard. $240,000 10-6155
WEST SCRANTON: Handy Man’s Bargain! 2 Bedrooms each unit, separate utilities, needs rehab. This property is condemned by the City of Scranton. $19,900 10-5537
TUNKHANNOCK - Ranch home, covered side porch, wood floors throughout. Attached 1 car garage, full basement, central air. All on level lot. $103,000 10-6249
TUNKHANNOCK - Large brick 2-story located in the historic district of Tunkhannock. Large deck, enclosed porch, fenced yard, perennial gardens, covered front porch and possible 4th bedroom on 1st floor. $158,000 10-2045
MEHOOPANY - Oasis of serenity in this spacious 2 story home on 4.1 acres. Large kitchen, main floor laundry, decks for entertaining, covered front porch, surrounded by state game lands. $299,000 10-1716
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DICKSON CITY: Well maintained two story home with hardwood floors throughout, all natural woodwork, french doors and stained glass windows. 4 Bedrooms & 2 Baths! $134,900 11-444
CLARKS SUMMIT: A Must See! Move right in this newer 2 story with 4 Bedrooms/2.5 Baths. Master suite w/ balcony, central air & central vac. Wine cellar & partially finished basement. Granite & stainless. $339,000 11-569
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BROWNDALE: 3 Stry chalet on 5.7 A w/ pine ceilings, oak flrs, ledge stone fireplace from floor/ceiling, hickory cabinets, flagstone & slate. Unsurpassed quality thru/out, views of the 4 stall horse barn & stocked pond. $395,000 10-2210
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CLIFFORD TWP: Custom home on secluded 5 Acres. Hardwood floors, 2 stone fireplaces, cherry kitchen, central vac, in ground pool w/ brick fireplace/patio. 100% Gas royalties to transfer. $349,900 11-518
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Manpower PRODUCTION: Machine Operators and Extrusion Operators SEMI SKILLED: Forklift Operator and Material Handler (Production) TECHNICAL: Industrial Maintenance Tech SUPERVISORY: Production Shift Supervisor with BLOWN FILM experience
Plastic manufacturing plant in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania searching candidates for the following positions: MACHINE OPERATORS: Working only 3 or 4 days per week, 12 hour shift days or nights CUSTOM FILMS SUPERVISOR: Blown Film manufacturing experience required with inline printing and bag machine experience 12 hour night shift with alternating 3-4 day work week, including every other weekend, prior supervisory experience required, candidate will be hands on and must have good written and communication skills
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FORTY FORT
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FORTY FORT bedroom single
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