Kids Listings: Nov. 1 to 7, 2013
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THIS WEEK: Nov. 1 to 7, 2013Story Time, themed events with songs and crafts. West Pittston Library, 200 Exeter Ave. 1 p.m. Fridays through Nov. 22. Sign up by the previous Wednesday. 570-654-9847.
Boy Scout Badge Fest, a fun day of earning badges. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. $12 half day; $20 full day. Registration: 570-828-2319.
Preschool Storytime, for ages 3.5 to 5. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Saturdays through Nov. 16 at 10 a.m.; Wednesdays through Nov. 13 at 10:45 a.m. and 2 p.m. Free. Registration: 570-823-0156.
Infant Storytime, for up to age 2. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Tuesdays through Nov. 12 at 10 and 11 a.m. Free. Registration: 570-823-0156.
Picture Day Storytime, a reading of Deborah Diesen’s book “Picture Day Perfection.” Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. 10 a.m. Tuesday; 6:30 p.m. Thursday. 570-829-4210.
Preschool Storytime, with songs, finger plays and music. Wyoming Free Library, 358 Wyoming Ave. Tuesdays through Dec. 9 at 10:30 a.m. Registration: 570-693-1364.
What’s That Sound? Learn about air movement, vibration, sound waves and aerodynamics. West Pittston Library, 200 Exeter Ave. 6 p.m. Tuesday. Registration: 570-654-9847.
Hard Luck Release Party, celebrating Jeff Kinney’s latest release in his series “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck” with Wimpy Bingo, trivia, luck-themed activities and snacks. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. 570-829-4210.
Songs and Games for Tots, rhythm, movement and singing for ages 2.5 to 5 with Bill Frye and his “supercharged guitar.” Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. 10 a.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 4. Free. Registration: 570-996-1500.
Crafty Kids Club, new crafting techniques for ages 7 to 12. Wyoming Free Library, 358 Wyoming Ave. 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. Registration: 570-693-1364.
Natural Wonders: Fur, Feathers and Scales, discovery-based learning about the natural world through stories, art and outdoor exploration for ages 3 to 5. Lackawanna Environmental Institute, 10 Moffat Drive, Moscow. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Registration: 570-842-1506.
Pirate and Princess Adventure, a “Disney Junior Live on Tour” performance with characters from “Sofia the First” and “Jake and the Never Land Pirates” along with appearances by Cinderella, Doc McStuffins and Peter Pan. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. 2 and 5 p.m. Nov. 10; 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 11. $82.50, $57.50, $32.50. 800-745-3000.
Zombie Zelebration, with gorey games, a zombie walk and zombie dancing. West Pittston Library, 200 Exeter Ave. 6:30 p.m. Nov. 14. Registration: 570-654-9847.
Madeline and the Bad Hat, a ArtsPower children’s theater production in which Madeline learns that first impressions aren’t everything. Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave. 11 a.m. Nov. 16 $8. Preceded by a Wiggles & Giggles Workshop at 10 a.m. $5. 344-1111.
Scout Day, nature-based activities including a short hike for Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Tigers, Cubs and Webelos. Nescopeck State Park, 1137 Honey Hole Road, Drums. 1 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 16. $2. Registration: 570-403-2006.
Please Don’t Be a Bully, an illustrated talk on physical, verbal, social and cyber bullying. Light refreshments served. Hoyt Library, 284 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Nov. 18. Registration: 570-287-2013.
Toddler Storytime, for ages 2 to 3.5. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Wednesdays from Nov. 20 to Dec. 11 at 10 and 11 a.m.; Saturdays from Nov. 23 to Dec. 14 at 10 a.m. Free. Registration: 570-823-0156.
Natural Wonders: Animal Aerobics, discovery-based learning about the natural world through stories, art and outdoor exploration for ages 3 to 5. Lackawanna Environmental Institute, 10 Moffat Drive, Moscow. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 21. Registration: 570-842-1506.
Taking Care of Yourself: Healthy Tips for Teens, including healthy eating, physical activity, personal and internet safety and teen depression. Hoyt Library, 284 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. 6:15 p.m. Nov. 21. Light refreshments. Registration: 570-287-2013.
Turkey Time, with Thanksgiving-themed activities including turkey cookies and pilgrim pins. Wyoming Free Library, 358 Wyoming Ave. Noon Nov. 23. Free. Registration: 570-693-1364.
Laurie Berkner Band: A Holiday Celebration, the children’s music superstars and preschool television favorites performing holiday songs and festive favorites. Alice C. Wiltsie Center, 700 N. Wyoming St., Hazleton. 2 p.m. Nov. 23. $19, $39. 855-945-8743.
Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas, a free screening of the Jim Henson movie about a poor otter family hoping to win a talent contest at Christmas. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. 5:30 and 7 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7. 570-996-1500.
Brunch with Santa, with professional photo opportunities. Cougar’s Den, Banks Student Life Center, Misericordia University, 301 Lake St., Dallas. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 7. $10, $5 children (ages 5 to 12), free under age 5. Reservations: 570-674-6768.
Christmas in a Small Town. Santa and Mrs. Claus hop the train for visits to train stations in Lackawanna County with snacks, entertainment and activities. Dec. 7 with stops in Carbondale at 10:30 a.m., Archbald at 11:35 a.m., Jessup at 12:20 p.m., Olyphant at 1 p.m., Dickson City at 1:45 p.m. and the State Office Building parking lot, Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton at 3 p.m. Free. 570-963-6730.
Holiday Workshop, a morning of cookie decorating, holiday crafts, singing and creations by the Balloon Lady. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. 11 a.m. Dec. 7. Free. 570-996-1500.
Breakfast with Santa. Waverly Community House, 1115 N. Abington Road. 10 a.m. Dec. 14. $10. Reservations: 570-586-8191.
Cookies and Milk with Santa. Decorate cookies and visit with Santa. Wyoming Free Library, 358 Wyoming Ave. Noon Dec. 14. Free. Registration: 570-693-1364.
Max & Ruby in The Nutcracker Suite, the cartoon bunnies take to the stage in a magical performance of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 6 p.m. Dec. 19. $30, $20. 570-826-1100.
Sleigh Bells and Christmas Card Bonanza, with Christmas-themed activities including decorating Christmas cards and making a candy-cane sleigh. Wyoming Free Library, 358 Wyoming Ave. Noon Dec. 21. Free. Registration: 570-693-1364.
Wreck It Ralph, a free screening of the Disney movie sponsored by the law firm of Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn open to all families with children under 12 years of age. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Dec. 21 with pre-movie entertainment at 1:30 p.m. and show at 2 p.m. 570-287-3000.
Disney on Ice: Passport to Adventure, a sightseeing vacation with all your favorite Disney characters including the Pride Lands with Simba, a voyage under the sea with Ariel, London with Peter Pan and Hawaii with Lilo and Stitch. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. 7 p.m. Jan. 15 to 17; 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. Jan. 18; 1 and 5 p.m. Jan. 19; 1 p.m. Jan. 20. $60 (rinkside), $40 (VIP). 800-745-3000.
Doktor Kaboom, spectacular (and often successful) science experiments designed to involve, educate and entertain children while exploring the world of science. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 10 a.m. Feb. 13. $9. 570-826-1100.
Junie B. Jones, a musical about Junie’s first-grade experiences performed by Theatreworks USA. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 10 a.m. March 28. $9. 570-826-1100.
The Monster Who Ate My Peas, ArtsPower’s newest musical about the young boy who hates peas. Based on the multi award-winning book by Danny Schnitzlein. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 10 a.m. April 4. $9. 570-826-1100.
The Teacher from the Black Lagoon and Other Storybooks, Theatreworks USA’s production about first-day-of-school jitters. Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave. 11 a.m. May 3. $8. Preceded by a Wiggles & Giggles Workshop at 10 a.m. $5. 570-344-1111.
Peter Pan, an adapted version of the story of three London children who fly off to Never Never Land with a magical boy who refuses to grow up. Performed by Theatreworks USA at the F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 10 a.m. May 15. $9. 570-826-1100.
