Drawing & Painting for Kids

At the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock
For ages 5 to 12
Wednesday Series - Sept. 16, 23, 30 Oct. 7 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Friday Series - Sept. 18, 25, Oct 2, 9 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Steve Colley
Cost: $40 per 4-class series
Students will explore a variety of mediums and techniques including pencil, pastel, charcoal, mono-prints, block printing and gyotaku. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: $65

Age range: 5 to 12

Instructor: Amy Colley

9/16 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

9/18 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

9/23 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

9/25 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

9/30 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

10/02 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

10/07 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

10/09 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Families in Nature

At Tunkhannock’s Riverside Park
For ages 3 to 8 & caregivers
From 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Tues, - Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6
Weds. - Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7
Instructor: Terra McAulliffe
Cost: Free
Sponsored by: In Memory of Frank Oliver
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. Call 570-836-1022x3 to register.

Admission: FREE

Age range: For ages 3 to 8 & caregivers

Instructor: Terra McAulliffe

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

9/15 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

9/16 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

9/22 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

9/23 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

9/29 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

9/30 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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

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

Open Studio & Portfolio Prep

Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Series 1 – May 4, 11, 18, June 1
Series 2 – June 8, 15, 22, July 6
Series 3 – July 13, 20, 27, Aug. 3
Series 4 – Aug. 10, 17, 24, Sept. 14
Cost: $65 for a 4-class series
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. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: $65 for a 4-class series

Age range: 13 & up

Instructor: Steve Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

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

9/14 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Pottery & Sculpture

Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Series 1 – May 6, 13, 20, 27
Series 2 - June 3, 10, 17, 24
Series 3 - July 8, 15, 22, 29
Series 4 - Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26
Instructor: Steve Colley
Cost: $65 for a 4-class series
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 for a 4-class series

Age range: 13 & up

Instructor: Steve Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

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

Chair Yoga- In Person and via Zoom

Monday Session – May 18 - Aug., 31 excluding May 25 & June 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Friday Session – May 29 - Aug., 28 excluding July 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Instructor: Renea Egan, RYT
Cost: Free, registration required.
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 a chair we can strengthen our bodies, increase mobility in our joints, improve balance and flexibility and experience an overall sense of well-being.
Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: Free

Age range: Ages: 18 & Up

Instructor: Renea Egan, RYT

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

8/24 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

8/28 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

8/31 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Mat and Chair Integrated Kundalini Yoga

Sat., May 30 - Aug. 29, excluding June 27 and July 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
*July 18 session will be at Riverside Park
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

8/29 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Simply Yoga 

Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Session 1 - June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15
Session 2 - July 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19, 26
Fridays from 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Session 1 - June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17
Session 2 - July 24, 31, Aug 7, 14, 21, 28
Instructor: Renea Egan, RYT
Cost: $50 for series of six classes or $10/class
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. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

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

Age range: 18 & up

Instructor: Renea Egan, RYT 

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

8/26 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

8/28 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM

Veterans Connecting - Meetup & Workshop

Facilitated by: Larry White
Fridays, June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Sponsored by: Robert H. Spitz Foundation and M&T Bank
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

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

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

Writers Group

Thursdays, May 28 - Aug. 27, excluding July 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
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. For more information, call 570-836-1022 x3.

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

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