Cooking for Kids

Join our After-School Cooking Class for Kids ages 8-12! In this fun and hands-on class, young chefs will learn the basics of cooking, from measuring ingredients to using kitchen tools safely. Each session will introduce new skills and simple recipes, giving kids the confidence to prepare their own meals while exploring the world of flavors. Perfect for beginners, this class encourages creativity, teamwork, and a love for food!

Admission: $50

Age range: 8 - 12

Instructor: Claire Kilker

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/11 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

3/18 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

3/25 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Families in Nature

At Tunkhannock’s Riverside Park
Through science-based exploration and outdoor play, children and their caregivers will have an opportunity to explore several learning activities based on the week’s theme where children can practice fine motor skills, sensory investigation, creativity, math and literacy skills. Families in Nature, is a great way to get outside with your children, foster curiosity and explore the natural world.

Admission: FREE

Age range: For ages 3 to 8 & caregivers

Instructor: Terra McAulliffe

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

5/06 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

5/07 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

5/13 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

5/14 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

5/20 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

5/21 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

5/27 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

5/28 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Jewelry for Kids: Spring Bracelet

Perfect for spring! In this fun and easy class, children will create a colorful, spring-themed bracelet that they can wear home or give as a gift! All materials provided. No experience necessary.

Admission: $15

Age range: 7 -12

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/26 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mixed Media for Kids

Tuesday series--1pm - 2:30pm
Friday series-- 4pm - 5:30pm
Students will get their hands into all kinds of fun: painting, drawing, sculpting, and creating a variety of other mixed media projects. They will also learn about famous artists and discover the many innovative methods and materials each artist used.

Admission: $40 per four-class series

Age range: 5 to 12

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/18 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

3/21 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

3/25 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

3/28 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

4/01 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

4/04 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

4/08 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

4/11 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Music for Littles

Students and their caregivers will explore basic musical elements through song, movement, play and an introduction to simple instruments. Come foster your child's natural musicality in this fun series.
Sponsored by: the Rotary Club of Tunkhannock

Admission: FREE

Age range: 2½ - 5

Instructor: Abi Zieger

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/14 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

3/21 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

3/28 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

4/04 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

4/11 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

4/25 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

5/02 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

5/09 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

5/16 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

5/30 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Pottery & Sculpture for Kids

Students will explore the medium of clay as they work on potter's wheels and learn sculpting and hand-building techniques.

Admission: $40 per four-class series

Age range: 5 to 12

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

4/15 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

4/18 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM

4/22 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

4/25 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

4/29 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

5/02 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

5/06 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

5/09 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Preschool Drawing & Painting

Session 1 - Feb. 13, 20, 27, March 6
Session 2 – May 15, 22, 29, June 5
Sponsored by: the Dietrich Fundraising Committee
In this class, young artists will get their hands into all kinds of fun as they paint and draw, using a variety of materials including tempera, watercolors and pastels. Students will also explore collage.

Admission: FREE

Age range: 4 & 5

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

5/15 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

5/22 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

5/29 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

6/05 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Preschool Mixed Media

Sponsored by: the Dietrich Fundraising Committee
Young artists will create original masterpieces while exploring different mediums including drawing, painting, sculpture and pottery.

Admission: FREE

Age range: 4 & 5

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/20 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

3/27 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

4/03 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

4/10 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Preschool Pottery & Sculpture

Sponsored by: the Dietrich Fundraising Committee
Young artists will explore the medium of clay as they work on potter’s wheels and learn sculpting and hand-building techniques.

Admission: FREE

Age range: 4 & 5

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

4/17 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

4/24 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

5/01 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

5/08 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Conversational American Sign Language Beginner Class

Come and join us for this fun and interactive beginner class of American Sign Language (ASL). Learn the signed alphabet and over 300 vocabulary words while also learning the grammar and syntax of this amazing language. Gain insight to Deaf Culture and become confident in conversational skills with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.

Admission: $80

Age range: 16 & up

Instructor: Kristen Hibbard, NIC-A

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/10 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

3/17 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

3/24 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS MEETUP AND PLAY

Every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from Feb.21 through May 16
Do you play Dungeons & Dragons, or have you ever wanted to try to play? This Meetup and Play is perfect whether you are an expert or a beginner! Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy tabletop roleplaying game originally designed by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, and is tons of fun for all who participate.

Admission: FREE

Age range: 13 & up

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/21 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

4/04 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

4/18 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

5/02 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

5/16 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Easter Cookie Decorating

Hop into Easter with a delightful Cookie Decorating Class! Learn the step-by-step process of how to decorate charming Easter cookies with master decorator Sacha Hoff. No experience needed. You will leave with 8 beautifully decorated cookies, some skills, and recipes to take home and enjoy with your family.
All supplies included!
Space is limited so call soon to sign up.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Admission: $45

Age range: For adults and children ages 13 and up

Instructor: Sacha Hoff, owner of Cookies that Care

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

4/11 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Open Studio & Portfolio Prep

Series 2 – Feb. 10, 17, 24, March 3
Series 3 – March 17, 24, 31, April 7
Series 4 – April 14, 21, 28, May 5
Series 5 – May 12, 19, June 2, 9
Students of all levels of experience will have the opportunity to work at their own pace with the medium of their choice, whether it is pottery, sculpture, drawing or painting. Students will also learn how to create a portfolio to showcase their work for college, professional or personal reasons.
Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Admission: $65 for a 4-class series

Age range: 13 & up

Instructor: Steve Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/17 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/24 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/31 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/07 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/14 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/21 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/28 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

5/05 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

5/12 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

5/19 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Pottery & Sculpture

Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Series 2 – Feb. 12, 19, 26, March 5
Series 3 – March 19, 26, April 2, 9
Series 4 – April 16, 23, 30, May 7
Series 5 – May 14, 21, 28, June 4
In this class students will be introduced to the medium of clay. They will learn to work on potter's wheels and develop hand-building (coil and slab construction) and sculpting techniques. All materials will be supplied. All levels of experience are welcome. Call the Dietrich at 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: $65

Age range: 13 & up

Instructor: Steve Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/19 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/26 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/02 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/09 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/16 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/23 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4/30 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

5/07 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

5/14 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

5/21 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Chair Yoga- In Person and via Zoom

Monday Session – Jan. 6 – May 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Friday Session – Jan. 10 – May 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Sponsored by: the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne & Wyoming Counties & the Wyoming County Community Health Foundation
Chair yoga brings all the benefits of yoga to anyone who may feel challenged by a traditional yoga class. With the aid of chair we can strengthen our bodies, increase mobility in our joints, improve balance and flexibility and experience an overall sense of well-being.

Admission: Free

Age range: Ages: 18 & Up

Instructor: Renea Egan, RYT

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/10 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

3/14 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

3/17 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

3/21 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

3/24 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

3/28 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

3/31 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

4/04 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

4/07 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

4/11 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Golden Days of Radio Players

Tuesdays, April 8 – June 3 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Tunkhannock and Ed Battestin in memory of Pat Battestin
Do you remember old time radio? Did you always wonder how all the sound effects were made? Or wonder how it feels to stand in front of a microphone and read the lines of the character you are playing? Join us and you will learn and experience all of this and more. Our live performance will be held on Tues., June 3 at 7:00 p.m.

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

4/08 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

4/15 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

4/22 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

4/29 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/06 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/13 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/20 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/27 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

6/03 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Jewelry Making – Crystal Wave Earrings

Mondays, May 12 & 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Learn to make these elegant earrings using the peyote stitch that with different size beads creates a twisting effect known as the Cellini stitch. This is a beginner-friendly, needle-and-thread project. No experience required. All materials will be provided. To register, call 570-836-1022 x3.   

Admission: $30

Age range: 18 & up

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

5/12 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

5/19 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Mat and Chair Integrated Kundalini Yoga

Saturdays, January 11- May 31 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Whether you prefer to practice yoga on your yoga mat OR from a seated position in a chair, this class will include teachings for both. You may even prefer splitting asanas between both mat and chair. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan is considered the most comprehensive of yoga traditions, combining meditation, mantra and physical exercises with a focus on breathing techniques.It is a science of the mind and body, to elevate the spirit. Therefore it is for everyone, universal and non-denominational. Not only will you get an extraordinary physical workout but all the systems of the body will benefit. You will learn to become aware of your breath, your mind and your body. Please bring a yoga mat and blanket. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: $10

Age range: 18 & up

Instructor: Barbara Tierney

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/15 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

3/22 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

3/29 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

4/05 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

4/12 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

4/19 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

4/26 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

5/03 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

5/10 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

5/17 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Quilters Meetup

Wednesdays, Jan. 8 – May 28 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Are you a hand-quilter? Do you have a quilt project you are working on and would like to swap tips, gain inspiration and converse with other local quilters? Here is your chance! Bring your project and supplies and, of course, enthusiasm to quilt!

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/12 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

3/19 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

3/26 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

4/02 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

4/09 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

4/16 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

4/23 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

4/30 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

5/07 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

5/14 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Simply Yoga 

Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Session 2 – Feb. 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 3 – April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7
Session 4 – May 14, 21, 28
Yoga is an ideal exercise to promote overall health by developing strength, improving flexibility, and decreasing stress. Classes are suitable for all levels and are presented in a safe Vinyasa Yoga style – enabling a connection of breath and movement to create a peaceful state of mind both on and off the mat. Please wear comfortable clothes, bring your own yoga mat, water, towel and/or blanket. You will leave class feeling refreshed and renewed. Namaste.

Admission: $50 for series of six classes or $10/class 

Age range: 18 & up

Instructor: Renea Egan, RYT 

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/12 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

3/19 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

3/26 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

4/02 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

4/09 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

4/16 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

4/23 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

4/30 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

5/07 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

5/14 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Veterans Connecting - Meetup & Workshop

Fridays, Jan. 10, Feb. 7, March 14, April 11from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Coterra Energy
Veterans and military service members are invited for a meetup of conversation and comradery with fellow veterans and military service members. Light refreshments will be provided. The group is open to all veterans and is an opportunity to learn and grow. "It's how we do our part to reach 'just one more'. Our core is to leave no one behind." For more information, call 570-836-1022 x3.

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Instructor: Larry White

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/14 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

4/11 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Writers Group

Thursdays, Jan. 2 – May 29 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Are you a writer who’s been missing the friendship and accountability of other writers? Or are you new to writing with a story you want to tell? Come and read your work or listen and be inspired. Learn the craft of writing as you write toward a goal of personal fulfillment or publication. All genres and levels of writing are welcome.

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

3/13 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

3/20 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

3/27 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

4/03 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

4/10 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

4/17 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

4/24 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

5/01 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

5/08 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

5/15 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM