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Got what it takes to be a NEPA miner?Then the team might be looking for you this Saturday, Nov. 24 when it hosts a Tryout/Combine at Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and tryouts will be held from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Participants will be tested on 40 yard dash, short shuttle, vertical leap, bench press, and football drills. There is a $30 fee. Visit www.sparqtraining.com or call Coach LaMagna 604.4438 for info. The Miners Booster Club will hold an organizational meeting next Wednesday, Nov. 28 at the Scranton Hilton at 7 p.m. For more info on the team, visit www.nepaminers.com.

Steamtown National Historic Site Visit www.nps.gov/stea for train schedule or call 570.340.5200
• The “Scranton Limited” short train rides, covering nearly three miles round trip, are offered Wed.-Sun. These 30 minute train rides depart from Roundhouse boarding area Wed. at 10 & 11 a.m. with a historic diesel locomotive and at 12:30, 1:30, & 2:30 p.m. They will also operate with a steam locomotive Thurs.-Sun. 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 & 2:15 p.m. $3 per person, all ages 6 and older.
• Canadian Pacific Railway’s U.S. Holiday Train: begins Dec. 1, 5:30 p.m. Train visits 39 communities in N.Y., Ill., Wis., Minn., and N.D. before ending Dec. 17. Journey brings food to distribute among the areas. Call 570.340.5200 for more info.
• “Holiday Express” excursion to Moscow: Nov. 23-24, Dec. 1, 8: Boarding 11 a.m., $16, ages 17-up, $10 16-under, under 12 months require no ticket. Reservations required, call 570.340.5204.

Stourbridge Line Rail Excursions (Honesdale: 800.433.9008 or www.waynecountycc.com)
• Santa Express: Dec. 1-2, 9, 15
• Winterfest: Dec. 8
See website for complete details and prices.

Wanamaker, Kempton and Southern, Inc. (Kempton: 610.756.6469. or www.kemptontrain.com.)
Trains depart at 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through October.
• Santa Claus Special: Dec 1-2
See website for details and prices.
HOLIDAY EVENTS

• 15th Annual Alternative Christmas Celebration Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church (97 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre). Offers families an opportunity to spend time together making wreaths, candles, and purchasing crafts from local artisans. Includes bake sale and light lunch. Free admission, tables available to crafters at no charge. Call Pam 824.2478 for info and details.

• Holiday Light Show at Nay Aug Park: Nov. 23-Dec. 30, 5 p.m. every night. Donations accepted.

• New Year’s Eve Party Dec. 31, 7 p.m.- 2 a.m., Idetown Firehall (Rt. 415 between Dallas and Harvey’s Lake). $20, includes buffet dinner, refreshments, music and party favors. B.Y.O.B. All proceeds benefit Idetown Fire Co. Call 574.0286, 762.7933, 639.2231 for info.

• Santa Visits Viewmont Mall Take your photo with Santa Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Sun., 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Call Holly Jones 570.346.9165 for info.

• Songs of Christmas C
oncert Dec. 2, 7 p.m. at the Church of Christ Uniting (Market St., Kingston). $10 adults, $5 students. All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. Tickets at door or call 287.2476.
BENEFITS / CHARITY EVENTS

Annual Holiday Gala “Winter Sunset” Dec. 2, doors open 5:15 p.m. at Convention Hall, Pittston featuring The Dough Smith Orchestra. Sponsored by the Big Band Society of NEPA. $28 per person. Reservations must be made one week prior to Catherine Rostock 570.654.1027. New members welcome, dues $15 per year.

Dietrich Theater (60 E. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, 570.996.1500, www.dietrichtheater.com) calendar of events:
Kids Classes:
• Quilting for Kids, ages 6-up: through Dec. 12, 3:30-5 p.m. $6 per class, materials provided. Call to preregister.
• Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas: Dec. 7, 5:30-7 p.m., free. Includes Jim Henson Christmas movie, great for the whole family.
• Holiday Camp: Dec. 27-28, 9:30-11 a.m. Ages 6-12. Pottery, drawing and painting classes. $25. Call to register.
Intergenerational Classes
• Intergenerational Quilting, ages 13-up: through Dec. 12, 6-7:30 p.m. $6 per class, materials provided. Call to register.
• Introduction to Knitting: Nov. 28, Dec.12, 7 p.m., ages 10 – adult. $15. All materials included. Call to register.
• Holiday Workshop: Dec. 8, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free. Includes cookie decorating, holiday crafts, singing, and creations by the balloon lady.
Adult Classes
• Decorative Painting for Adults: Every Wed. through Dec. 19, 12-3 p.m., ages 16 and up. $15 per class plus the cost of the painting surface. Pre-registration required.
Special Events:
• “It’s a Wonderful Life” movie, Dec. 18, 2 & 7 p.m. Free admission.

Downtown Stroudsburg Fall Events:

• Tree Lighting in Courthouse Sq.: Nov. 23, 6-7 p.m.

Misericordia University events ( www.misericordia.edu, 570.674.6372):

• 38th Annual Madrigal Dinner: Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 7 p.m. Includes caroling, English four course feast, costumed performers, and choreographed dancers. $50 adults, $25 children up to age 14. Call 570.674.6719 for reservations.

The Osterhout Free Library Events (71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.823.0156, ext. 217)

• Anime Group: Nov. 24, 2-3:30 p.m. in the CAR. New members welcome. Come to discuss series, characters and anime conventions. Light refreshments, ages 11-19.
• Harry Potter Club: Nov. 28, 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 11-19. Interested readers please call.
• American Red Cross Teen Babysitting Course: Dec. 1, 8, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Students receive a textbook and certification card, in addition to retaining course materials upon completion. $40, ages 11-18. Call to register
• Walking Tour of Wilkes-Barre: Dec. 5, 6-7:30 p.m. presented by the LCHS and the library. Highlights some of the darker moments in Wilkes-Barre’s history, including kidnappings, hangings, and shipwrecks. Hot chocolate after at library’s Reading Room. $5, ages 10-adult. Call to register.
• Candy With Cathy: Dec. 15, 2-3:30 p.m. Dip and drizzle chocolaty peanut buttery mixtures, and make barks/molds. Teens will make bag to take home. Ages 11-19. Call to register.
• Electronic Gaming Tournament: Dec. 26-29. Ages 11-19. Sign up and keep track of your scores. Prizes for the highest scores in each game. Call to register.

Polka Dancing- Every Friday night at DAV Hall, 516 Storrs St., Dickson City. For more information call 570.489.3258.

Serving Seniors events:

• Looking for volunteers to help with the “Operation Friendship” project to write, send or hand deliver personalized Christmas cards to area nursing and assisted living residents. If interested, call Sylvia Kolosinsky 344.3931.

Spaghetti dinner: Jan 6, 1-6 p.m. hosted by the Wilkes-Barre Lions Club at St. Patrick’s Church Hall (316 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre). $6, ages 13-up, $3 for ages 5-12 and free for children 4 and under. Take out available. Tickets purchased at door or from any member. Call 570.472.9603 for info.

St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church (540 N. Main Ave., Scranton)
• Bake sale: Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to6 p.m. Homemade Christmas cookies and baked goods.
• Pierogi Sale every Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

The University of Scranton events:

• University String Orchestra: Nov. 28, 7:30 p.m., Houlihan-McLean Center. Free and open to the public.
• 40th Annual Noel Night by University Singers, Chamber Choir and Small Ensembles with special guest pianist, Aaron Diehl: Dec. 1, 8 p.m. (prelude 7:10 p.m.), Houlihan-McLean Center. Free and open to the public.
• University Concert Band and Choir’s Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert: Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Houlihan-McLean Center. Admission is one new unwrapped toy, an unwrapped article of new children’s clothing or a monetary donation.
• Performing Arts Institute of Wyoming Seminary Civic Symphony Orchestra: Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m., Houlihan- McLean Center. Free and open to the public.
For info about University Bands, Choirs, String Ensembles, and Performing Arts Series, call 570.941.7624, or visit www.scranton.edu/bandsandchoirs.

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Elks Lodge Christmas Fundraising New York City
trip Dec. 1, departs Luzerne & Scranton, 7 a.m. Departs NYC, 7 p.m. Snacks included. $25 per person. Call Karen 287.4598 for info.

Everhart Museum (1901 Mulberry St., Scranton, 570.346.7186, www.everhart-museum.org)
• “Community Response to Vietnam:” through Dec. 31, in relation to “Requiem: By the Photographers Who Died in Vietnam and Indochina” exhibit. Located in Gallery One, includes stories through photos, letters, and other illustrations of the local Scranton community.

Lackawanna Historical Society (The Caitlin House, 232 Monroe Avenue, Scranton, 570.344.3841)
• Annual Holiday Open House: Dec. 7, 7-9 p.m. Includes costumed guided tours, music and refreshments. Call for info.
• The Society is selling postcards from the summer 2007 exhibit “Postcard Views of the Lackawanna Valley.” $12.50 plus tax for a set of 10 cards, portion of every sale benefits Society. Purchase at The Caitlin House and Tribute Books, 570.876.2416 or online www.tribute-books.com.

Lycoming County Historical Society Thomas T. Taber Museum (858 W. Fourth St., Williamsport, 570.326.3326,
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• A Glance at the Past: LCHS Celebrates 1907-2007 exhibit: through Jan. 12. Features artifacts, artwork, costumes, historical documents, journals, and photos. ation required. Call 570.326.3326 by Sept. 28 to reserve tickets.

Electric City Trolley Museum and Coal Mine Tour (Cliff Street, Scranton 570.963.6590) Museum open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trolley excursions run Wednesday through Sunday 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Trolley rides $10 adults, $9 seniors, $7.75 ages 3-12. The mine is open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tours run hourly, $8 adults, $7.50 seniors, $5.50 ages 3-12.

The Historical and Preservation Society of the Greater Shickshinny Area

St. Ann’s National Basilica Shrine and Monastery (Scranton: 570.347.5691) Group tours available by appointment. Open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily.

Steamtown National Historic Site (I-81 to Exit 53, Scranton: 570.340.5200 or 888.693.9391, www.nps.gov/stea)
• Ongoing- Interpretive programs, visitor center, theater and a history museum. Open daily, 9-5 p.m. Admission to museum complex includes all tours: $7 adults / $6 senior citizens / $2 children ages 6-12.
• “Trains and Trolleys” media art exhibit by artist and photographer Diane Grant Czajkowski: through Dec. 29. Exhibit illustrates the community role of train and trolley through history as well as the workers that maintained them. Call or visit website for info.

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.

Aikido of Scranton (1627 N. Main Ave, Scranton)
• Akido Self-defense class develops peace of mind, strength in the body and clams the spirit. Traditional Aikido incorporates the use of the sword along with the emphasis on Ki development for internal strength. Classes are taught by 5th degree black belt instructor, Ven Sensei Mondays & Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. Private classes by appointment. Visit www.aikdoofscranton.org or call 570.335.5479.

Artist Matter (1675 River Rd. Jenkins Twp., 654.8395) art classes, no experience required. Learn art skills from the ground up. Already got skills? Learn critical and professional artistic insight to advance your masterpieces. Taught by professional locally and internationaly trained artist. $15/class.

ArtsYouniverse (156 S. Franklin St. Wilkes Barre, 570.970.9025)
• Adult Dance Classes: Thursday evenings, 7-8 p.m. – Ballet; 8-9 p.m. Modern Dance/Creative Movement. No experience necessary! Fun classes in a relaxed atmosphere taught by NYC professional dancer. $10 per class. Call 570.709.6709 or [email protected] for more information.
• Youniversal Suzuki String Program: Violin and viola taught by Mary Ann Saylor at both the Dallas & the Wilkes-Barre locations for students age 3-1/2 to adult. “You’re never too old and hardly ever too young to ‘Twinkle.” Call 570.823.5800 or e-mail [email protected] for more info.
• Stained glass classes: every Sun., 1:30-3 p.m., Tues., 7-8:30 p.m. Classes run in four week sessions. $80 plus materials. Call for info.

Back Mountain Martial Arts Center & Mountaintop Martial Arts Center

Children’s Intro to the Martial Arts Workshops:
• Back Mountain Martial Arts Center: every Tues. in Nov., 5-6 p.m.
• Mountaintop Martial Arts Center: every Thurs. in Nov., 5-6 p.m.
For more info, call either location, Back Mountain, 675.9535 or Mountaintop 474.0171. Visit website at www.fudoshinkai1.com

Balance Ultimate Fitness (Belladaro Prof. Bldg., Gardner Rd., Elmhurst, 570.862.2840):
• Kids Fitness: Tues./Thurs., 5 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. Ages 6-16. Includes cardio, self-defense, balance, agility and stretching. $10 per class or $105 for 12. Includes a healthy snack. Call for info.
• Fitness Boxing: Tues./Thurs., 6-7 p.m., Sat., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Includes cardio workout while learning boxing/self-defense skills. $7 per class or $60 for 12. Call for info.

Beadweaver’s (487 Bennett Street, Luzerne, 570.714.6700, www.beadweaver.com)
Workshops $28 plus supplies for ages 16-up. Call for more info. Business hours Tues.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
• 4th Annual Holiday Jewelry Boutique: Dec. 1-2, 12-5 p.m. Meet local jewelry artists with light refreshments and enter raffle for prize. Call for more info.

Bridge. Beginning or Intermediate Lessons, playing time for regular games and tournaments. Jewish Community Center (River Street, Wilkes-Barre). Call Rick Evans at 570.824.4646 or Rev. Ken McCrea at

Classes at La Nota Dance Studio:

Group dance lessons:
• Monday: Intermediate Foxtrot, 5 p.m.; Intermediate Waltz, 6 p.m.; Beginner – Intermediate Salsa, 7 p.m.; International Rumba, 8 p.m.
• Tuesday: Hatha Yoga, 3-4:30 p.m.; Tango Hustle, 5 p.m., Hatha Yoga, 6-7:30 p.m.; Caribe Dance Remix Class, 8 p.m.
• Wednesday: By appointment only.
• Thursday: Intermediate Rumba, 6 p.m.; Intermediate Tango, 7 p.m.; Intermediate Swing, 8 p.m.
• Friday: Intermediate Cha Cha, 6 p.m.; Intermediate – Advanced Merengue, 7 p.m.; Intermediate – Advanced Salsa, 8 p.m., Bachata, 9 p.m.
• Saturday: 10:30am-12pm: Hatha Yoga, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon; Caribe Dance Remix Class, 12 p.m.; International Cha Cha, 1 p.m.
Dance Socials:
• Saturday: Latin Fiesta, 9 p.m.-12 midnight, Dance to the best mix of merengue, salsa, rumba, bachata, and much more. $10.
• Sunday: Ballroom Spectacular Party, 7-11 p.m. Great music, delicious refreshments; have it all for just $10! Dance to the best mix of ballroom, Latin, swing, & hustle. $10.
La Nota is a dance and fitness studio located at 115 N. Main Street, Scranton. Please call to register, 570.941.9108, or Wes, at 570.251.3494

Core Chiropractic Center (180 United Penn Plaza, Kingston, 570.718.1672 or 570.417.9662)
• Visual board workshop: Dec. 4, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Learn the powerful vision board techniques that help you gain clarity about what you want to attract into your life. $45 fee. Call for info.

Demi Design’s Art Boutique: (208 Depot St. Clark Summit, 570.587.4529, www.demidesign.net)
All classes limited size to allow individual attention. Pre-registration required. Some classes include necessary supplies. Call for more info or visit web site.

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 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.

Drawing and painting lessons at the Georgiana Cray Bart Studio (37 N. River St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.947.8387) Each class is $30.
• Mondays: 12:30-4:30
• Tuesdays: 5:30-9
Open house every 3rd Friday, to coincide with 3rd Friday’s.

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 info.

Kiss Theater Co.’s “Dimensions In Dance”
lessons 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.

Kwonkodo Lessons – a self defense system that combines different Korean Martial Arts. Lessons are at the Hapkido Taekwondo Institute (150 Welles St., Forty Fort) Cost is $40/month. For more info, call 570.287.4290 or visit www.htkdi.com.

Michaels: (Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Twp., 570.817.0176)
• Herringbone Cuff Bracelet: Nov. 30, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $28 plus supplies. Call to register.
• Peyote Bracelet: Dec. 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m. $28 plus supplies. Call to register.
• Adult art classes held on a weekly basis. All mediums (watercolor, pencil, colored pencil, acrylic, etc.) Fridays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. $15 plus supplies. For students who want to learn drawing and painting regardless of their skill levels, and designed so that students work on their own projects at their own pace and in the medium of their choice.
• Basic Jewelry Classes every Fri. 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. $15.
Beginners to advanced students are welcome, students receive 10% discount on regular-priced class supplies for class. Students must sign up at least 24 hours in advance at customer service desk to secure spot.

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 meets the first Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. at the 2nd floor boardroom at Lackawanna College (501 Vine St., Scranton). Meetings cover a wide range of photography topics, monthly photo shoots, and critiques. Visit their website for more information, www.northeastphotographyclub.org.

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 information call 570.969.1224.

Paper Kite Press (443 Main St., Kingston, 570.328.8658, www.wordpainting.com, [email protected] )
Open Sun., 12-5 p.m. for gallery hours. Bookshop, featuring poetry is open during studio hours.
• Make a Vision Board: Dec. 2, 2-4 p.m., includes how to make the law of attraction work for you. Create a board to remind yourself of positive goals. Refreshments served. $35. Call or email to register.
• Recognizing Angelic Messages: Dec. 16, 2-4 p.m. Join Angela DeMuro who will speak about how to recognize angelic messages in your life. $40, refreshments served. Call or email to reserve seat.
• Monday Night Mail Art, ages teen – adult, Monday nights, 6-8 p.m., $20 per session (sliding fee scale, call for details)
• The Altered Page, ages teen – adult, Monday nights, 6-8 p.m., $20 per session (sliding fee scale, call for details.

Pro Wrestling Training Center (570.740.1480. www.wwcprowrestling.com) Come check out the new center at 210 Division St., Kingston. Training sessions Tues.-Thurs., 6-8 p.m., Sat., 2-4 p.m. WWC All Star Pro Wrestling is the place to be. Be trained by Tommy Thunder and the Executioner and be part of the fun today – we will see you in the ring!

Rejuven-Essence (20 Laurel St., Pittston: 570.602.6600)
• Yoga and Meditation Classes: Information and instruction. Learn proper techniques. Classes available and ongoing.
• Health and Fitness Coaching: Assists people in making health changes in their lives. Call for details or to make an appointment with a holistic nurse practitioner.

Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Network, Scranton. Day and evening classes available for men, women and children. Ongoing classes six days a week. Classes cover the sport, combat, and self-defense aspects of famed Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. For more information check out www.gracie-nepa.com or call 570.347.1107.

Something Special: (23 West Walnut Street Kingston, 570.540.6376, [email protected] , 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.
MIND AND BODY

Arts YOUniverse (156 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570.417.5020)
• Meditation in the tradition of Gurdjieff and Ospensky: Sun., 12-1 p.m., $5
• Children’s Meditation: Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Ages 9-14, $5
• Tarot Card Readings, by appointment. $20 first half hour, $10 additional half hours.

An Evening with “Mystic Jim” at Diane’s Restaurant & Internet Caf?. Reveal your future and discover your past. Readings via the following oracles: tarot, runes, astrology and gem deck. Make your appointments now by calling Jim at 455.3204 or Diane at 602.5200.

Bellas Yoga Studio (650 Boulevard Ave., Dickson City, 5700.307.5000, www.bellasyoga.com, [email protected] )
• Meditation classes every Fri. 7-8 p.m. $5 donation. Call for more info.

Classes at La Nota Dance Studio:

Yoga with Wes Tudor:
• Tuesdays: 3-4:30 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m.
• Saturdays: 10:30-12 p.m., begins Jan. 13
These classes are in a hatha yoga style, and will be adjusted to suit students of all experience levels. They will involve postures, breath work, relaxation, and meditation training. Wes Tudor is a Himalayan Institute trained instructor. La Nota is a dance and fitness studio located at 115 N. Main Street, Scranton. Classes are $10, please call to register. Class sizes are limited. Any questions call the studio at 570.941.9108, or Wes, at 570.251.3494

Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock (60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock: 570.996.1500)
• Yoga for You: Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. $10 per lesson. Learn to reinforce the basic yoga poses, which gently stretch and strengthen the body. Special attention will be given to proper breathing and alignment in the postures. Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Call for details.

Everything Natural (426 S. State St., Clarks Summit, www.everythingnaturalpa.com, 570.586.9684)
• Reiki Sessions: Nov. 26, 2-7:30 p.m., Dec. 1, 12-6 p.m. Enhance well being with touch therapy, healing, visualization, and counseling. $40 for one hour session, appointment only. Call to register.
• Body Magic: Sat., 10 a.m. Includes Hatha Yoga designed to make changes in your body, and allows it to have a deeper experience of inner essence. $12 per class, $80 for 8-week session.
• Course In Miracles: Thurs., 6 p.m. Explore writings about nature of reality and learn how to clear away obstacles. (no class Nov. 15, 22.)
• Hatha Yoga: Mon., 9:30 a.m., Thurs., 9 a.m. Join us to perform posture, attitude, mindfulness, balance, strength/stamina, flexibility, form, and understanding the mind. $12 per class, $80 for 8 weeks.
• Hatha Yoga For Beginners: Tues., 9:30 a.m. Explore basics of Hatha Yoga. Learn poses, breathing and philosophy. $80 for 8 weeks.
• Hatha Yoga Svaroopa Style: Tues., 6 p.m. Includes guided relaxations, breathing and asana. Bring blocks and wear comfortable clothes. $12 per clas, $80 for 8 weeks.
• Pilates: Wed., 5:30 p.m. Strengthen your body to become leaner and healthier. $80 for 8 weeks.

Fitness and Nutrition Boot Camp (NutriFitness Studio, 311 Market Street, Kingston, 570.288.2409, or visit www.thenutrifitness.com)
• 4 Week Fitness Bootcamps: call to register.
• FREE Boot camp every Saturday. Call for schedule and to register.

Holistic Mountain Yoga: (RT 92, Falls, 570.574.3569, holisticmountain.theshoppe.com) Hatha Yoga, Mondays & Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. & Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Ongoing classes cover Meditation, Breathing, and Postures with Aromatherapy for relaxation. $10/class

Inner Harmony Yoga (Mercy Hospital, 2nd Fl., Sm. Meeting Room, Scranton) Mondays at 5:30 p.m. First class is free. Cost $12/session. Call 570.346.4621 for details.

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.

Padmahasta Yoga Classes: ( [email protected] or 570.332.7612) with Certified Yoga instructor, Michelle Pietrzak-Wegner (112 N. Memorial Hwy., 2nd floor, Shavertown-above the Law Offices of Gary Michak)
• Basic Vinyasa: Tues., 8:45-9:45 a.m., Wed., 10-11 a.m. Open for all levels.
• Gentle Yoga: Tues., 6-7 p.m. Open for all levels, excellent for beginners and those with any injury.
• Intermediate Vinyasa: Thurs., 7-8 p.m. Open to those with some yoga experience and/or a fitness background.
• End-Of-The- Week Yoga: Fri., 9-10 a.m. Breathwork, movement, stretching, and relaxation for all levels.
• “Breathe, Stretch, Relax, and Meditate” yoga lessons from Michelle Pietrzak-Wegner. Call for details.
$10 drop-in (10-class pass $90) Call or e-mail with questions.

Pilates Mat & Reformer Sessions with Lori Singer at ArtsYOUniverse (156 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre). Enjoy the benefits of Pilates to strengthen the abdominals, reduce tension, improve posture, and so much more. Beginner to advance. First session is free. Call 570.814.3051 or email [email protected] for details.

Pocono Yoga (570.472.3272, www.PoconoYoga.com) Classes with Suzi, certified yoga instructor

• Beginner Yoga Classes: Mon. 6:30 p.m., Athletic Club (Rt. 315, Wilkes-Barre) $6 per class.
• Gentle Yoga classes: Thurs., 6:30 p.m., East Mountain Apts. (Plains). Residents free, $5 for guests.
• Private lessons: Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., by appointment. $35 per session.
Learn beginners, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Power, or Therapeutic. Call for free consultation to see how yoga can benefit you or visit website.

Reiki Classes (570.387.6157, [email protected] ) Sessions and free lectures held monthly in Scranton, Nanticoke & Bloomsburg with Sue Yarnes. Learn how to use this gentle touch energy work on oneself and others which to help relieve stress, reduce pain and enhance overall sense of wellbeing. Classes and sessions start at $45-choose from a single session or weeknight class, to weekend intensive classes in all levels of Usui & Karuna Reiki training from Level I (Beginner) to Level IIIB (Master/Teacher Training). Scholarships available. Contact center for more information.

The Self Discovery and Wellness Arts Center (Montrose, 570.278.9256 or email [email protected] .)
• Thanksgiving and Full Moon Labyrinth Walk: Nov. 24, 6 p.m. Come enjoy the last walk of the year. $10 donation to upkeep the labyrinth. Call for info.
Tarot Readings by Whitney Mulqueen privately in Clarks Summit. Private house parties/corporate events. Enjoy a fun and informative reading by appointment. Please Call: 570.587.5258 to arrange your reading or party. Private readings at shop are $40 a session, call for corporate or party rates.

“Understanding the Mind: The Key to a Happy and Meaningful Life” course every Wed. through Dec. 12 at Waverly Community House (1115 N. Abington Rd). $8. Call 845.856.9000 for more info.

Wilkes-Barre YMCA classes (570.823.2191)
• Smoking Cessation program through Wyoming Valley Drug & Alcohol. This program is a highly successful method of quitting developed by the American Lung Association. To register call Mary Ellen at 570.823.2191 ext. 222, leave your name, number and time of day when you would want the class to be held.

Endless Mountains Nature Center: (Camp Lackawanna, Tunkhannock, 570.836.3835, www.EMNConline.org)
• Take a hike to see some gorgeous views of the Susquehanna and massive icicles on the rocky cliffs. Trails are open from dawn to dusk. The EMNC lodge at is open Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Call for more information.

Friends of Salt Springs State Park (Montrose, 570.967.7275, www.friendsofsaltspringspark.org)
• Holiday Stress Buster Hike: Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m. Join a park guide on a moderate 2-3 mile hike good for all levels of ability and fitness.

Northeastern PA Chapter of the Sierra Club (570.819.2147)
• Thunder Swamp Hike Part III: Dec. 9, meet at YMCA, Dunmore (exit 188 off I-81 behind Burger King), 8:30 a.m. 7.3 miles hike, bring lunch, hiking boots, water. Call Bob Morgan, 570.388.2418 for info.
• Annual Walk around Lake Scranton: Dec. 16, meet 10:30 a.m. at lake in Rt. 307 parking lot. Easy 3.5 paved walk. Subject to change due to weather. Call Dave Darby 819.2147 to RSVP.
SOCIAL GROUPS

Alcohol Anonymous: Mon./Fri 7 p.m. (373 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre), Tue. 7 p.m. (25 Church St., Wilkes-Barre), Wed. 10:15 a.m. (301 Shoemaker St., Swoyersville), 7 p.m. (1000 E. Mountain Blvd., Wilkes-Barre), 8 p.m. (562 Wyoming Ave., Kingston), Thurs. 10 a.m. (75 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke), 7:30 p.m. (301 Lake St., Dallas), Fri. 7:30 p.m. (Triangle 24 Hour Club, Dallas), Sat. 7:30 p.m. (1003 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort), Sun. 7 p.m. (128 W. Washington St., Nanticoke). Call 570.288.9892 for more info.

Bee Hive Area of Narcotics Anonymous (Wilkes-Barre-Kingston-Nanticoke-Mountaintop) 24 hour phone line: 570.654.7755 or 1.877.871.9281.
Food Addicts Anonymous Meetings (St. Vincent DePaul Church, Scranton: 570.344.7866) Meetings every Fri. night, 8 p.m.

Narcotic Anonymous Meetings every Tuesday at 7 p.m., downstairs in the Methodist Education Building, located off Courthouse Square, on the corner of Marion and Warren Street in Tunkhannock. There are no fees or dues. Newcomers always welcome.

The NEPA Rainbow Alliance ( www.gaynepa.com, 570.371.6555, 156 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre)
• Bi-Monthly Women’s Mixer Night: Nov. 21, 6:30 p.m. at Pride Place (156 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. RSVP to [email protected] with subject: Women’s Mixer

Overeaters Anon. meetings Mon., Tues., Thurs., 7 p.m.; Wed., 7:30 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. No fee, newcomers welcome. Call 570.829.1341 for details/meeting locations of visit www.oa.org.

The Peace Center (Kirby Health Center, 71 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre: 570.823.9977 or [email protected] )