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Drawing, Painting, & Collage for Kids

Wednesday Session – March 11, 18, 25, April 1, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Friday Session – March 13, 20, 27, April 3 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Amy Colley
Cost: $40 per four-class session
Students will explore working with a variety of mediums and techniques including pencil, pastel, charcoal, watercolor, tempera paints, and collage. To learn more or to register, call 570-836-1022x3.

Admission: $40 per four-class series

Age range: 5 to 12

Instructor: Amy Colley

Upcoming Class Times

3/11 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

3/13 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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

3/20 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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

3/27 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

4/01 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

4/03 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM


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Holiday Camp

Experience the arts during your holiday break at the Dietrich! You will have the opportunity to throw pots on a potter’s wheel, create sculptures, and explore drawing and painting. Call 570-836-1022x3 to register.

Admission: $40

Age range: 5 to 12

Instructor: Amy & Steve Colley

Upcoming Class Times

12/29 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

12/29 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

12/30 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

12/30 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

12/31 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

12/31 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM


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Mixed Media for Kids

Wednesday Session – April 8, 15, 22, 29 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Friday Session – April 10, 17, 24, May 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Amy Colley
Cost: $40 per 4-class session
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. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register

Admission: $40 per four-class series

Age range: 5 to 12

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

4/08 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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

4/15 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

4/17 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

4/22 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

4/24 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

4/29 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

5/01 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM


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Music for Littles

Fridays, Jan. 16 – May 15, excluding March 6 and April 3, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Instructor: Abi Zieger
Cost: Free
Sponsored by: the Rotary Club of Tunkhannock
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. To register, please call the Dietrich Theater at 570-836-1022 x3. 

Admission: FREE

Age range: 2½ - 5

Instructor: Abi Zieger

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

1/16 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

1/23 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

1/30 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

2/06 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

2/13 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

2/20 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

2/27 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

3/13 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

3/20 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

3/27 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM


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Pottery & Sculpture for Kids

Wednesday Session 1– Feb. 11, 18, 25, March 4 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 
Friday Session 1 – Feb. 13, 20, 27, March 6 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday Session 2 – May 6, 13, 20, 27 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 
Friday Session 2 – May 8, 15, 22, 29 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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

Upcoming Class Times

2/11 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

2/13 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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

2/20 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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

2/27 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

3/04 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

3/06 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

5/06 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

5/08 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM


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Preschool Drawing & Painting

Thursdays, March 12, 19. 26, April 2
from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
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. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: FREE

Age range: 4 & 5

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

3/12 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

3/19 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

3/26 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

4/02 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM


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Preschool Mixed Media

Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30
from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
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

Upcoming Class Times

4/09 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

4/16 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

4/23 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

4/30 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM


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Preschool Pottery & Sculpture

Thursdays, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Session 1 – Feb. 12, 19, 26, March 5
Session 2 – May 7, 14, 21, 28
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

Upcoming Class Times

2/12 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

2/19 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

2/26 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

3/05 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

5/07 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

5/14 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

5/21 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

5/28 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM


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Preschool Trash to Treasures

Thursdays, Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5
from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Sponsored by: the Dietrich Fundraising Committee
Think Green! There are many ways we can reduce, reuse and recycle to create new and inventive works of art! In this class, preschoolers will use their imaginations to make "green" masterpieces from found objects. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: FREE

Age range: For ages 4 & 5

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

1/15 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

1/22 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

1/29 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

2/05 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM


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Trash to Treasures

Wednesday Session – Jan. 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4. from 2:00-3:30 pm
Friday Session – Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6 from 4:00-5:30 pm
Think green! There are many ways we can help reduce, reuse, and recycle to create new and inventive works of art! In this camp, we will brainstorm unique ways to make our art by using found objects to make ‘green’ masterpieces. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: $40 per four-class series

Age range: 5 to 12

Instructor: Amy Colley

Contact Phone: 5708361022

Upcoming Class Times

1/14 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

1/16 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

1/21 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

1/23 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

1/28 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

1/30 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

2/04 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

2/06 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM


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Mother's Day Cookie Decorating

Children must be accompanied by an adult
Friday, May 8 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Instructor: Sacha Hoff, owner of Cookies that Care
Cost: $50, includes all supplies
Celebrate Mother’s Day with an activity for you and your mother or mother figure! Learn the step-by-step process of how to decorate delicious cookies for Mother’s Day with master decorator Sacha Hoff. No experience needed. You will leave with 8 decorated cookies, some skills and recipes for you to take home and enjoy with your family. Space is limited. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: $50

Age range: For adults and children ages 13 and up

Instructor: Sacha Hoff, owner of Cookies that Care

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

5/08 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM


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Open Studio & Portfolio Prep

Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Series 1 – Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2
Series 2 – Feb. 9, 16, 23, March 2
Series 3 – March 9, 16, 23, 30
Series 4 – April 6, 13, 20, 27
Series 5 – May 4, 11, 18, June 1
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

Upcoming Class Times

1/12 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

1/19 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

1/26 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

2/02 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

2/09 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

2/16 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

2/23 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/02 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/09 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/16 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM


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Pottery & Sculpture

Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Series 1 – Jan. 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4
Series 2 – Feb. 11, 18, 25, March 4
Series 3 – March 11, 18, 25, April 1,
Series 4 – April 8, 15, 22, 29
Series 5 – May 6, 13, 20, 27
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

Upcoming Class Times

1/14 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

1/21 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

1/28 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

2/04 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

2/11 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

2/18 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

2/25 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/04 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/11 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

3/18 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM


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St. Patrick’s Day Cookie Decorating

For adults and children ages 13 and up
Friday, March 13 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Instructor: Sacha Hoff, owner of Cookies that Care
Cost: $50, includes all supplies
There are beautiful and delicious cookies at the end of this rainbow! Learn the step-by-step process of how to decorate charming St. Patrick’s Day 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. Space is limited. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: $50

Age range: 13 & up

Instructor: Sacha Hoff, owner of Cookies that Care

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

3/13 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM


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Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating

Friday, Feb. 6 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Bring your galentines or valentine! Learn the step-by-step process of how to decorate delicious valentine’s cookies with master decorator Sacha Hoff. No experience needed. You will leave with 8 decorated cookies, some skills and recipes for you to take home and enjoy with your family. Space is limited. Call 570-836-1022 x3 to register.

Admission: $50

Age range: For adults and children ages 13 and up

Instructor: Sacha Hoff, owner of Cookies that Care

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

2/06 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM


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Chair Yoga- In Person and via Zoom

In person at the Dietrich Theater or via Zoom
Monday Session – Jan. 5 – May 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Friday Session – Jan. 9– May 29 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

Upcoming Class Times

1/05 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/09 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/12 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/16 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/19 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/23 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/26 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/30 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

2/02 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

2/06 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM


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Golden Days of Radio Players

Tuesdays, April 7 – June 2 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 2 at 7:00 p.m.

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

4/07 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

4/14 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

4/21 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

4/28 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/05 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/12 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/19 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/26 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

6/02 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM


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Jewelry Making – Simple & Elegant Bezeled Earrings

Mondays, May 11 & 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Toni Hockman
Design by Emma @ BabySquirrelBeading
Cost: $25
Learn to frame a sparkling 14mm rivoli crystal with a delicate bead-woven bezel. Using needle, thread, and tiny glass beads, you’ll create a pair of elegant earrings in your choice of colors.
Beginner-friendly, all materials provided, and Toni will be available for extra help after class. You’ll leave with beautiful handmade earrings and the skills to make more! To register, call 570-836-1022 x3.

Admission: $25 all materials provided

Age range: 18 & up

Instructor: Toni Hockman

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

5/11 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

5/18 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM


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Mat and Chair Integrated Kundalini Yoga

Saturdays, January 10 - May 30, excluding April 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 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

Upcoming Class Times

1/10 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

1/17 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

1/24 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

1/31 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

2/07 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

2/14 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

2/21 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

2/28 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

3/07 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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


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Quilters Meetup

Thursdays Jan. 8 – May 28 from 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 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! To register call 570-836-1022 x3.

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

1/08 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

1/15 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

1/22 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

1/29 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2/05 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2/12 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2/19 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2/26 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

3/05 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

3/12 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM


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Simply Yoga 

Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Session 1 – Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11
Session 2 – Feb. 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25
Session 3 – April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6
Session 4 – May 13, 20, 27
Fridays 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Session 1 – Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13
Session 2 – Feb. 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27
Session 3 – April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8
Session 4 – May 15, 22, 29
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

Upcoming Class Times

1/07 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/09 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM

1/14 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/16 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM

1/21 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/23 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM

1/28 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

1/30 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM

2/04 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

2/06 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM


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Veterans Connecting - Meetup & Workshop

Fridays, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13, April 10, May 8 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Facilitated by: Larry White
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."

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Instructor: Larry White

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

1/09 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

2/13 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

3/13 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

4/10 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

5/08 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM


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Writers Group

Thursdays, Jan. 8 – May 28 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. For more information, call 570-836-1022 x3.

Admission: Free

Age range: 18 & up

Contact Phone: (570) 836-1022x3

Upcoming Class Times

1/08 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

1/15 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

1/22 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

1/29 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

2/05 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

2/12 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

2/19 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

2/26 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

3/05 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

3/12 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM