REUNIONS
Abington Heights Class of 1987 30th Reunion, July 22 at Camelot Restaurant and Inn, 17 Johnson Road, Clarks Summit. Features an outdoor tent, cash bar and live entertainment by Alyssa Lazar, Class of 2017. Info: email billymo014@yahoo.com.
Abington Heights Class of 1982 35th Reunion, 3 to 11 p.m. Aug. 12 at the new Stonegate Lodge, 4755 SR 438, East Benton. Classmates are asked to reply by July 31. Cost: $47. Info: AHClassof1982@gmail.com or 215-962-6307.
REMINDERS
Geisinger Community Medical Center’s free stroke support group, 4 to 5 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the GCMC Professional Office Building, first floor, CME room, 315 Colfax Ave., Scranton. Led by GCMC stroke program coordinator Margy Kester, R.N., MS, the meetings feature different stroke-related topics. Light refreshments are provided. Info/register: call Margy Kester at 570-703-7453.
Alzheimer’s Association of Greater PA support group meetings, 7 to 8 p.m. the last Tuesday of every month at Elan Gardens, 465 Venard Road, Clarks Summit. Info: call Rhonda Fallk at 570-585-8099 or Rita Fenton at 570-586-0179.
Moses Taylor Stroke Support Group meetings, 6 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at Moses Taylor Hospital. For survivors of stroke and their caregivers. Cost: free. RSVP/info: call Colleen Dodgson at 570-770-5257.
The Lackawanna Historical Society’s Civil War Roundtable meetings, at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Catlin House, 232 Monroe Ave., Scranton. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the Civil War era, 1861-1865. Annual dues: $20 for individuals and $25 for families. Reservations are required. Info: 570-344-3841 or email lackawannahistory@gmail.com.
Over-eaters Anonymous meetings, 7 p.m. Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Thursdays, 9:45 a.m. Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at First Presbyterian Church of Clarks Summit. Cost: free. Info: 570-587-4313.
Abington Lions Club used eyeglasses collection, at Abington Community Library. Collected eyeglasses will be recycled and distributed to needy people in the United States and countries abroad. A yellow container is set up in the library.
The Women of Trinity Lutheran Church’s Monthly Bible Study, 12 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at 205 W. Grove St., Clarks Summit. A light lunch is served, followed by fellowship and a Bible study. Cost: free. Info: call Joyce at 570-222-3041 or Carole at 570-587-1088.
All You Can Eat Breakfast, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. the third Sunday of every month at the Clarks Summit Fire Company No. 1, Inc., 321 Bedford St., Clarks Summit. Cost: $9 for adults and $6 for children 10 and under.
Rotary Club of the Abingtons weekly meetings, 12:10 p.m. on Thursdays at the Ramada and 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Blu Wasabi.
Bereavement Support Group, 6 to 8 p.m. the third Thursday of each month and 12:30 to 2 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at VNA Hospice and Home Health, 301 Delaware Ave., Olyphant. Park in the rear of building and enter through glass door. This traditional group assists participants in learning to cope with the new challenges facing them as they grieve. Facilitated by professional counselors. Info: 570-383-5180.
Full Moon Hikes, multiple dates at the Endless Mountains Nature Center in Tunkhannock. Schedule: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Sept. 6; 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 5; 6 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 4; and 5 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3. Cost: free. Info: endlessnature.org.
CHILDREN’S & TEENS’ EVENTS
Art Fun class, 10 to 11 a.m. July 19 at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. Children ages 3-6 and their caretakers will be introduced to some mixed media. This collage and painting combination of adorable ladybugs is easy and teaches several essential art skills. Instructor: Eileen Healey. Cost: $10 per one child and adult; additional children admitted for $5 each. Info: visit gatheringplaceCS.org or email gatheringplaceCS@gmail.com.
Family Movie Night: ‘Tom Sawyer,’ 6:30 p.m. July 19 at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. Suited for children entering first through sixth grade. Bring beach towels and lawn chairs. Children under age six must be accompanied by an adult. Juices, water and popcorn are available for purchase. Cost: $5 donation per family requested. Info: call or text 570-881-7612. Reservations (recommended): email gatheringplaceCS@gmail.com.
Creative Writing for Teens, 2 p.m. July 19 and 25 and Aug. 1 at The Gathering Place. Whether you like to create stories or craft non-fiction, this class will give you a chance to explore your writing ability in a comfortable setting with Anne Armezzani. Cost: $15. Info: gatheringplaceCS.org or gatheringplaceCS@gmail.com.
Dinosaur Dig, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. July 20 at the Abington Community Library. Join field paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka for the chance to dig for dino bones. Before the dig, enjoy a 30-minute interactive fossil talk and learn about amazing discoveries. After you dig for and identify the bones, check out the expanded fossil museum. For grades K-6. Limited to 50 children. Register/Info: 570-587-3440.
Teen Reading Lounge, July 21 at the Abington Community Library. Sessions will be held from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on “The Museum of Heartbreak” by Meg Leder for students in grades 9-12, and from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on “Heir Apparent” by Vivian Vande Velde for those in grades 5-8. Features book discussion, refreshments and an activity. Register/Info: 570-587-3440.
Indoor Mini Golf, 6 to 7 p.m. July 22 at the Abington Community Library. Can you make a hole in one? Try your hand at our indoor mini golf course set up throughout the library. Snacks provided. For grades 4-6. Info: 570-587-3440.
Waverly Community Church’s Vacation Bible School, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sundays, July 23, July 30, Aug. 6, Aug. 13 and Aug. 20 at the church. The theme is “Maker Fun Factory: Created by God, Built for a Purpose.” Features Bible-learning activities, songs, teamwork-building games, treats, Bible adventures and more. For ages 3-12. Family members and friends are invited to join in each Sunday for this special time at 10 a.m. Sunday School and 11 a.m. Worship Service. Info/register: call Denice at 507-780-4557.
Acting Camp for Kids, 1:30 to 3 p.m. July 24 through 28 (camp 1) or July 31 through Aug. 4 (camp 2) at the Dietrich Theater. For ages 6 to 12. Instructed by Michaela Moore. Children will use their imaginations and learn about acting through theatre games, improvisation, storytelling, play making, character creation and more. A casual performance for family and friends will end each week. Cost: $60 per camp. For info on more theater and arts camps available at the Dietrich, visit dietrichtheater.com or call 570-996-1500.
Abington Community Library Teen Leadership Committee meeting, 4 to 5 p.m. July 25 at the library. A group of tweens/teens focused on giving a voice to all young adults for programming, book selections and more. Students in grades 5-12 are invited to come share thoughts and ideas. Info: 570-587-3440.
Messy Science, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. July 26 at the Abington Community Library. Take chances, make mistakes and get messy. Wear old clothes for this outdoor program, featuring some wacky, hands-on science experiments. For grades K-6. Register/info: 570-587-3440.
Art Fun class, 10 to 11 a.m. July 26 at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. Children ages 3-6 and their caretakers will enjoy some colorful tie dye action. Each child will make a Tie Dye butterfly or two to take home. . Instructor: Eileen Healey. Cost: $10 per one child and adult; additional children admitted for $5 each. Info: visit gatheringplaceCS.org or email gatheringplaceCS@gmail.com.
Disney Trivia for Teens, 7 to 8:30 p.m. July 28 at the Abington Community Library. Compete against other teens in grades 5-12 for bragging rights and Disney-themed prizes. Register/Info: 570-587-3440.
Antarctica Storytime, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. July 31 at the Abington Community Library. A special Antarctica-themed story time including books, songs and activities. Leela Baikadi, photographer and exhibitor will be on hand to discuss her experiences in Antarctica and to answer questions. All children will receive a penguin craft to take home. For ages 2-7. Register/info: 570-587-3440.
Family Movie Night: ‘The Little Rascals,’ 6:30 p.m. Aug. 2 at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. Suited for children entering first through sixth grade. Bring beach towels and lawn chairs. Children under age six must be accompanied by an adult. Juices, water and popcorn are available for purchase. Cost: $5 donation per family requested. Info: call or text 570-881-7612. Reservations (recommended): email gatheringplaceCS@gmail.com.
Dance! Dance! Dance! Aug. 7 and 8 at the Dietrich Theater. Sessions will be held from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for ages 2 and 3, 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. for ages 4-6 and 12 to 12:45 p.m. for ages 7-9. Explore the world of dance, rhythm and movement through these introductory workshops with Judy Weist of Stage Door Dance Studio. No experience is required. Cost: free. Info: 570-996-1500.
Clarks Green United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 7-11 at the church, 119 Glenburn Road, Clarks Green. This year’s theme is Maker Fun Factory: Created by God, Built For A Purpose. Features Bible-learning activities, songs, games and treats. Kids will join a missions effort to fund the digging of effective clean water wells for remote villages in Peru.
Family Movie Night: ‘Babe,’ 6:30 p.m. Aug. 16 at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. Suited for children entering first through sixth grade. Bring beach towels and lawn chairs. Children under age six must be accompanied by an adult. Juices, water and popcorn are available for purchase. Cost: $5 donation per family requested. Info: call or text 570-881-7612. Reservations (recommended): email gatheringplaceCS@gmail.com.
Abington Heights Back to School Carnival, 5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 30 at the high school. Rain or shine. Features free games, food for sale, a dunk tank and more. Meet the Comets at 7:30 p.m. Cost: free admission.
MARKETS, SALES & VENDOR FAIRS
Vendor and Craft Fair, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 23 at Genetti Manor, 1505 Main St., Dickson City. Benefits the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Light the Night Walk – Team Mel’s Family. Features more than 100 vendors, a basket raffle and door prizes. Info: email LLSTeamMelsFamily@gmail.com or call 570-840-8539 or 570-877-9188.
Clarks Summit United Methodist Church Flea Market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 5 at the church. Vendor spaces available for $25 inside or $20 outside. Cost: $2 for parking. Proceeds benefit the church. Info: 570-587-2571.
Music on the Lawn Craft Fair and Yard Sale, 1 p.m. Aug. 26 on the grounds of the Lake Winola United Methodist Church, Maple Drive, Mill City. Rain or shine. Vendors sought. The craft fair/yard sale begins at 1 p.m., with live Christian music at various times throughout the day between 2 and 7:30 p.m., a chicken barbecue from 4 to 7 p.m. a campfire for roasting marshmallows at 7:30 p.m. and a movie showing of “Joyful Noise” from 8 to 10 p.m. by the campfire. Cost: free admission; a free will offering will be taken to offset band expenses. Chicken barbecue full dinner tickets are $9 pre-sale and $10 the day of; tickets for chicken halves only will be available the day of for $5. Benefits Young People in Recovery of Wyoming County. Barbecue tickets and vendor info: call Mark at 570-351-7365. Other info: visit the “Lake Winola United Methodist Church Music on the Lawn” Facebook page or bit.ly/2qcoh82.
DAILY EVENTS
Chicken and Biscuit or Ham Dinner, 4 to 6 p.m. July 19 at Clifford United Methodist Church, Main Street, Clifford. Take-out or dine-in options available. Cost: $8.95, includes dinner, dessert and a drink.
Managing Your Money workshop with Megan from Wells Fargo Bank, 6 to 7 p.m. July 19 at the Abington Community Library. Includes tips and strategies on how to budget and save money now and in the future. Register/info: 570-587-3440.
NEPA Coast Guard Veterans Association meeting, 6 p.m. July 19 at Perkins Restaurant on route 315 in Pittston Twp. All Coast Guard veterans or active duty members are welcome to attend or may contact Neil Morrison at 570-288-6818 for more info.
‘Building the Lackawanna Railroad’ lecture, 12 p.m. July 19 at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. Local historian Dennis Martin will give a presentation. Cost: $5. Info: gatheringplaceCS.org or gatheringplaceCS@gmail.com.
‘Letting Go,’ 7 p.m. July 20 and 27 at The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. Tips for parents of new college students. Join Connie McDonnell for this discussion on resources available on campus to assist your student with this important transition. Cost: $20. Info: gatheringplaceCS.org or gatheringplaceCS@gmail.com.
Waverly Twp. Comm Square Fair, 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 21 on the back lawn of the Waverly Community House. Features ticketed carnival games, a picnic dinner and music by Doug Smith Band with Erin Malloy. Info: 570-586-8191.
Countryside Community Church Hoagie Sale, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4:30 to 6 p.m. July 21 at the church, 14011 Orchard Drive, Clarks Summit. Turkey or Italian. Cost: $5.50. Orders (due by July 16): 570-587-3206.
Clarks Summit United Methodist Church’s annual chicken barbecue, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or when the chicken is sold out) July 22 at the church. Take-out is available. Cost: $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets/info: 587-2571.
River Day, 1 to 7 p.m. July 22 at Tunkhannock’s Riverside Park. Features live music, environmental activities for children and adults, nature walks, a River Float, live animals brought by the Endless Mountains Nature Center, mural painting, face painting and more. Cost: free; sponsored by the Overlook Estate Foundation.
Free Community Pig Roast, July 23 at Clarks Green Assembly of God, 204 S. Abington Rd. A special worship service will be conducted at 11 a.m. and dinner will be served at 1 p.m. Fun activities on the grounds will be accompanied by live musical entertainment. Cost: free.
Veterans outreach, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 26 at State Rep. Marty Flynn’s office, Jay’s Commons, 409 N. Main Ave., Scranton. Area veterans are invited to take part in this monthly support program. A representative from the American Legion Service Office Outreach program will provide information on services available to veterans and their families. The American Legion representatives are available to discuss pensions and other compensation, education, health care and death benefits. Legion membership is not required to take advantage of the help, but anyone interested in speaking to the advisers is recommended to schedule an appointment by calling 570-342-4348.
Town Hall with the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 29 at The University of Scranton in Room 407, DeNaples Center, 900 Mulberry St., Scranton. RSVP (deadline July 25): tinyurl.com/y8hlylah.
The ServSafe food safety certification course, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 2 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 9 at Penn State Worthington, 120 Ridgeview Dr., Dunmore. Conducted by Penn State Extension. After attending the class sessions and passing the multiple choice exam, participants will receive a ServSafe certificate which meets the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s requirement for food safety certification. Cost: $185. The registration deadline is Thursday, July 27. Register: foodsafety.psu.edu (choose ServSafe under “Courses and Workshops”). Info: contact Nicole McGeehan at 570-421-6430 or nmd5140@psu.edu.
The 35th Annual Scranton Catholic Charismatic Conference, Aug. 4-6 at The University of Scranton. The theme of this year’s conference is “All Were Filled With The Holy Spirit” and the speakers include Father Trevor Natasingh, Father Anthony Ozele, Maria Vadia and Father John Gordon. Info/register: 570-344-2214 or ccrscranton.org.
17th Annual Music in the Park, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Clifford Firemen’s Fairgrounds, Rt. 106, Clifford. Also features a 10:30 a.m. worship service with the Sears Family, followed by contemporary and traditional Christian music. Musicians include: Grabow Family, Wally Gordon Singers Quartet, Tri State Gospel Singers with Tom Meyer, Danny Coleman, Paul Kester, Black Stage, Jim Reeves, Lenoxville Band, Gene and Bonnie Badwak, Touch of Christ with Gary and Gina McMyne, Spark Gospel Singers, Tom Naylor and more. Refreshments available for sale. Info: 570-679-2766.
Simple. Natural. Healing. ‘Proper Elimination,’ 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Aug. 12 at the Dietrich Theater. Donna LaBar will share the importance of proper elimination of waste from the body. Participants will learn how breath, the skin, liver and kidney function and blood pressure all play roles to increase the body’s capacity to process and eliminate toxins. Cost: suggested donation of $10. Info: 570-996-1500.
Cocktails for the Courts, 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 15 at the Waverly Community House. Rain or shine. The fundraiser, originally conceived to raise money for the improvement and maintenance of the tennis courts, will benefit all community recreation programs (including a backboard for the tennis courts) at the Comm. This year’s theme is “Farm to Table.” Hors d’oeuvres and signature cocktails will be served along with wine and beer. Must be 21 or older to attend. Music will be provided by the Von Storch Trio. Cost: $35. Tickets: and available at the gate or in advance from the Comm office or online at waverlycomm.org.
Misericordia University open house, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (with registration at 9 a.m.), Aug. 19 on the Back Mountain campus. For high school students and their parents, the program offers an informative tour of the campus, meetings with students, faculty and coaches and information sessions with admissions and financial aid counselors. Register/info: call 570-674-4449 or 1-866-262-6363, email admiss@misericordia.edu or visit admissions.misericordia.edu/openhouse.
A Pilgrimage to National Divine Mercy Shrine in Stockbridge, Mass., Sept. 20. The Knights of Columbus, Abington Council #6611 is sponsoring a bus trip to Divine Mercy National Shrine, departing from Our Lady of the Abingtons Church, Dalton, at 7:45 a.m. with a second departure from St. Gregory’s Church, Clarks Green, and returning at 10 p.m. Guest celebrant priest is Father Arbogaste Satourn, pastor of Our Lady of the Abingtons and St. Patrick’s churches. Cost: $69 per person includes round trip bus fare, shrine entrance fee, complimentary breakfast items and full-course meal during return trip. Info/reservations: contact Duane Valence at 570-563-3014 or Tony Dalasio at 570-587-4671.
NEPA Alliance Annual Dinner, Sept. 28 at the Hilton Scranton and Conference Center. A reception will be held at 4:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m. This year’s keynote speaker will be Denny Corby, corporate speaker, entertainer and mentalist. Sponsorship is available for this event by contacting Donna Hritz at 570-655-5581 or 866-758-1929. Cost: Members receive one complimentary ticket and additional member tickets are $65; board member tickets are $55; non member tickets are $75; Tables of eight are $55 per person. RSVP by Sept. 21. Reservations/info: 570-655-5581 or 866-758-1929.
