At The Dietrich

By
Hildy Morgan

Okay. So we all know how to do Sudoku now. Really! Okay. So maybe we’re not exactly experts in the field. But we can sort of do it. Sometimes. With a little help. But this I know --whether we ever master it or not, it’s a cool thing to do. You have to really concentrate and it’s fun. We wanted to make sure we thanked Gloria for taking the time to teach so many of us something that is supposed to exercise the brain (presupposing one has one, of course). So, thank you Gloria. We’ve had a great time and some of us can, actually, do it now.

So we had a great day here on Friday. A whole bunch of tree people came here to discuss getting grants for local tree associations and to give talks on what their communities have done with trees. Of course, Tunkhannock has such wonderful volunteers who do so much to make this town lovely. And, of course, I have to brag a little about my sister who gave one of the talks that morning. She did such a great job. Started out with a talk about how you have to love trees in order to make them such a big part of your life.

She talked about the grand oaks and maples on our parents lawn when we were growing up. The shade they provided, the swing that hung from the branch, the gorgeous leaves they dropped and that Poppa raked into great jumping piles for us. Sigh. Why is it that when we grow older and so many more years separate us from our childhood, those memories become more vivid with each passing day? And the loss more painfully felt.

Well now, I think I’d better get to telling you about the movies, don’t you think? We have a really nice one from Buena Vista this week. Invincible is the true story of Vince Papale (who was actually an advisor during the making of the film) who had lost his wife, his job and most of his hope. With nothing to lose, really, this part-time bartender decided to try out for the Philadelphia Eagles. (He’d never even played college ball.)

He not only makes the team but becomes an outstanding player. Like The Rookie, or Rudy, this is an inspirational and uplifting movie. It’s a good solid family film and is rated PG. Bring the kids and come to a movie they won’t soon forget. After all, it’s a tough world out there. We could all use a little inspiration.

And for the kiddies, we are bringing in Barnyard. It’s a very dear animation about a real party animal – Otis the cow. I think the little ones will get a kick out of it. It’s also PG and is perfectly suitable for the wee ones. Expect many giggles from the kidlets as they watch the antics of these silly critters.

And for grown-ups who would like a little bit of a fright with their movie, we’re bringing in Lady In The Water, the new film from M. Night Shyamalan, about a beautiful young woman (Bryce Dallas Howard) who needs to get back from our world to her fairy tale home. Soon all the teneants in the building come to understand that they too are fairy tale characters and that the world as they know it is in danger. It stars the wonderful Paul Giamatti and is a very creepy and grown-up film. This one is not for the kiddies, and will only show at 8:30 each night (except for Wednesday).

Okay – I don’t want to be a nag, but the brochures will be in the mail today for the festival and there are only eighty tickets left for opening night. If you love that night you really must make those reservations very, very soon. We want you with us! We’d miss you if you weren’t there!

Don’t forget Singer/Songwriter’s. Wednesday, August 30. Such a lovely evening with dear friends.

See you at the Dietrich.

Live at The Dietrich

By
Erica Rogler

First and foremost, tickets for the opening night of the Fall 2006 Film Festival (September 15th at 6:00 pm) are going fast! Now is the time to get them for this extravagant event! Who can beat an evening of hors d’oeuvres, wine and desserts by Twigs and Epicurean plus the acclaimed movies “Little Miss Sunshine” and “A Prairie Home Companion”! Tickets are $30 each and can be purchased by calling 570-996-1500. Film festival movies and synopses can be found at www.dietrichtheater.com or we can send you a brochure in the mail. To receive a brochure, call the theater at 570-996-1500.

I am look forward to seeing the festival film “The Beauty Academy of Kabul”. It was an official selection of the Tribeca Film Festival and looks like a fascinating story about a group of volunteer beauticians who travel to Afghanistan to start the nation’s first Western-styled school of cosmetology after the collapse of the Taliban.

While you are at our film festival, make sure you check out our latest exhibit. It ‘s the Preview Exhibit of the North Branch Art Trail featuring the artists Brian Keeler, Ioannis Glykokoalos, Bob Lizza, Warren Furman, and John Kascht. The exhibit will be at the Dietrich through September.

Now you are probably wondering what the North Branch Art Trail is. Well, the trail features galleries, studios and museums between Wilkes-Barre, Scranton and then on up Route 6 following the Susquehanna to Wyalusing and other areas in Bradford County and the Northern Tier on the weekend of October 6, 7, and 8. The Dietrich is part of the trail and that weekend we will exhibit quilt works featuring Leslie Goeringer Rhoades’ contemporary expressions of a classic craft. If you would like to find out more about the North Branch Art Trail, you can also attend the workshop “Route 6 Road to Success” at the Inn at Nichols Village on September 5th. Our Program Director, Margie Young will take part in the workshop as a panel member in one of the workshop’s afternoon session’s “ Business Development Track: The Route 6 Artisan Trail”. For more information about the workshop call the PA Route 6 Corporation at 814-435-7706.

We also have our new cultural brochures announcing all of our fall classes and events. I’m really excited about our programming for the 9 -12 year old age group in the fine arts. This fall we are changing things up and offering more in depth courses in different mediums for that age group. In September, students can take “All About Drawing” and learn about the basic concepts of drawing including line, shape, texture, value, color and space while drawing their own masterpieces. For October, students will have the opportunity to use potter’s wheels and learn hand-building techniques as they learn about pottery and sculpture and then in November, we will offer a Drawing and Painting class. These classes are offered on Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:30 pm. For details or to register, call the theater at 570-996-1500.

Tonight we will host the Endless Mountains Digital Film Festival at 7:00 pm. I had the opportunity to see the film festival at the Keystone Theatre in Towanda on its first night. Our own projectionist, Esther Harmatz, won first prize in the category for adult filmmakers. It is bound to be a fun time and the audience will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite film. Admission is $3.00.

And don’t forget, a week from tonight we will have live music at the Dietrich! Join us for Gathering of Singer and Songwriter’s V, an evening of folk music and stories. Featured artists include Shawn Z, Tom Flannery, Lorne Clarke and Josh Pratt. Tickets are only $5.00. You can purchase your tickets that night, August 30th or by calling 570-996-1500. The concert starts at 7:30 pm!

More than the Movies at the Dietrich Theater

Advanced Feng Shui

Learn how to apply the elements for reinforcing Feng Shui basics as well as understanding the principles of ying/yang for encouraging great health. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesday, October 18 at 7 pm.

Cost: $20.

Instructor: Sybilla Lenz

All About Drawing, ages 9 -12

Students will learn the basic concepts of drawing including line, shape, texture, value, color and space while creating their own unique masterpieces.Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Thursdays, September 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5 from 4:00 - 5:30

Cost: 35, includes all materials.

Instructor: Steve Colley, M.F.A.

An Introduction to Feng Shui

Add water to the front door and increase career opportunities as well as wealth. Learn the basics of the ancient art and science of Feng Shui.

Wednesday, October 4th at 7:00 pm.

Cost: $20

Instructor: Sybilla Lenz

Decorative Painting, ages 16 and up

Learn decorative painting techniques while creating decorative pieces for your home or to give as gifts. Each project will be completed within one to two classes. All levels of experience welcome. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesdays from noon - 3:00 pm through August 31 and September 13 - November 29.

Cost: $15 per class plus the cost of the painting surface. Preregistration required.

Instructor: Eileen Balboa

Drawing & Painting for Kids, ages 9 -12

Students will learn the basics of perspective, line, form, color and value as they draw and paint from life. All levels of experience welcome. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Thursdays, November 9, 16, 30, Dec. 7 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm

Cost: $35, all materials provided.

Instructor: Steve Colley, M.F.A.

Everhart Art Experiments, grades 4 - 6

Got art? The Everhart returns to the Dietrich this fall to let you get your creative juices flowing as we play with paints, pastels and colors and learn about art! Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Admission is free!

Instructor: Everhart Museum Educator

Golden Days of Radio Player Group

Come back with us to those thrilling days of radio drama and comedy. Join us as we prepare a radio play production. Together we will explore the magic of "The Theater of the Mind". Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Tuesdays, October 10 - December 5 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Admission is free!

Instructor: Valerie Paulus

Holiday Camp, ages 6 and up

Young artists will become familiar with pottery, drawing and painting as well as famous artists in this camp. Enjoy one day of camp or explore the arts in all three classes. Call 570-996-1500 to register.

From 9:30 - 11:00 am, December 27 - Pottery, December 28 - Drawing, December 29 - Painting

Admission is $15 per class or $35 for all three classes.

Instructor: Amy Colley

Holiday Crafts, for ages 8 to adult

Students will make a selection of holiday crafts including beeswax candles by the dipping method, wreath making, a large willow star. and several woven holiday tree ornaments. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

October 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9 from 4:30 - 6:00 pm.

Admission: $60, all materials included.

Instructor: Bonnie Gale

Intergenerational Quilting, for all ages

"Cathedral of the Pines" - Learn the art of quilting while making a majestic "Pine Tree" pattern quilt. Create special nature effects with fabric. Learn about other classic tree blocks and quilts as well. Create one tree block or collect a forest. All levels of experience welcome. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesdays, September 13 - December 13 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm.

Cost: $6 per class, all materials provided.

Instructors: Terry Keller, Peggy Lane and Ingrid Rogler

Introduction to Glass Fusing, age 18 and up

This class will be a very basic introduction to the process of small-piece fused glass work. Each student will create a fused glass item which will be finished, polished and wire wrapped. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Mondays, November 13 and 20 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Cost: $50, all materials provided.

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Jewelry for Kids, ages 8 and up

Design and create your own clay pendant! Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesday, October 25 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Cost: $10, includes all materials.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Kindermusik with Sarah Birchard

In Kindermusik summer camp, tots will blow music bubbles, play parachute and kite games, make yard art from a glue jar and sing! All of these summer camp activities are designed to nurture your child's natural curiousity and will draw him or her to learning new words, new numbers and new big ideas. For more information about Kindermusik contact Sarah at 570-965-2086.

Thursdays, July 27 through August 24. 18 months to 3 years: 9:30 - 10:30 am. 3 to 5 years: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm.

Contact Sarah about class fees at 570-965-2086.

Instructor: Sarah Birchard, certified Kindermusik instructor

Metal Working Basic Jewelry (age 16 and up)

Students will learn how to use a jewelers saw, how to do basic metal cutting, filing and polishing. Metals used will be copper and sterling silver. Each student will create a pendant.

Monday, November 6 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Cost: $35, all materials provided.

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Mixed Media, ages 5 - 8

A new artist will be introduced each week as students learn about famous artists and create their own works using materials including clay, tempera, charcoal, pastels, etc. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Fridays from 4:00 - 5:30 pm. Session 1 - September 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6. Session 2 - October 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3. Session 3 - November 10, 17, Dec. 1, 8.

Cost: $35 for four classes, all materials included.

Instructor: Amy Colley, M.F.A.

Mommy & Me Mixed Media, ages 3 and 4

Young artists and their moms, dads or grandparents will create works of art using an assortment of materials including clay, tempera, watercolor and collage. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Fridays from 10:30 - 11:15 am. Session 1 - September 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6. Session 2 - October 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3. Session 3 - November 10, 17, Dec. 1, 8.

Cost: $30 for each series of 4 classes.

Instructor: Amy Colley, M.F.A.

Mosaic Design, age 13 to adult

Learn basic techniques as you create and assemble your own mosaic design using ceramic tile. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Mondays and Tuesdays, December 4, 5, 11 & 12 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Cost: $50 for four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley, M.F.A.

Open Studio for Painting, Drawing & Pottery

Students of all ages and levels of experience will have the opportunity to work at their own pace and medium of their choice with instructor Steve Colley. A model will be provided for an additional fee if the group chooses. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Tuesdays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Session 1 - September 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3. Session 2 - October 10, 17, 24, 31. Session 3 - November 7, 14, 21, 28.

Cost: $50 for each series of four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley, B.F.A., M.F.A.

Painting on Glass - Hurricane Globes, age 16 to adult

Learn how to decoratively paint a Christmas design on a hurricane globe for floating candles. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesday, November 15 at 7:00 pm.

Cost: $15, materials are provided.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Painting on Glass - Ornaments, age 16 to adult

Learn decorative painting techniques as you paint three ornaments. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesday, November 8 at 7:00 pm.

Cost: $15, materials are provided.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Pottery & Sculpture for Kids, ages 9 -12

Students will learn hand building techniques (coil and slab construction), glazing techniques and experience using potter's wheels. Call the Dietrich Theater at 570-996-1500 to register.

Thursdays, October 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm.

Cost: $35, all materials included.

Instructor: Steve Colley

Pottery & Sculpture, ages 13 to adult

This class is designed for students of all levels of experience. Students will work on pottery wheels and learn hand building and sculpture techniques. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Mondays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Session 1 - September 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2. Session 2 - October 9, 16, 23, 30. Session 3 - November 6, 13, 20, 27.

Cost: $50 for each series of four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley, B.F.A., M.F.A.

Preschool Art, ages 4 and 5

Preschool studens will be introduced to a famous artist each week as they explore a variety of materials such as clay, tempera, watercolors, collage, etc. Call the Dietrich Theater at 570-996-1500 to register.

Thursday from noon - 12:45 pm. Session 1 - September 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5. Session 2 - October 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2. Session 3 - November 9, 16, 30, Dec. 7.

Cost: $30 for a series of four classes.

Instructor: Amy Colley

Quilting for Kids, ages 6 and up

"Flock with Us" - While geese fly south, flock with us as we make classic "Flying Geese" quilts. Students will learn about design as they artfully mix colorful old time fabrics with ones from today, and learn basic quilting techniques from piecing to embellishing, to binding a quilt. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesdays, September 13 - December 13 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Cost: $6.00 per lesson, materials included.

Instructors: Ingrid Rogler, Terry Keller and Peggy Lane

Square Dancing, for all ages

Beginner and experienced square dancers are invited to come out and learn how to square dance with local square dancing caller Roger Furman. No experience is required. Call 570-996-1500 to register.

Fridays, October 6, 13, 20, 27 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Admission is free.

Instructor: Roger Furman

Stenciling on Fabric, age 16 to adult

Learn the techniques of stenciling on fabric. Students are asked to bring the fabric of their choice to stencil on. It could be a table runner, sweatshirt, etc. Students will go home with a stencil.

Monday, October 16 at 7:00 pm.

Admission is $20.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Willow Basketry for Adults, age 13 and up

Using basket willos and traditional techniques, students will make two different baskets over the next 6 sessions. The Danish Fruit Basket is made using a cardboard template and the base is the last thing to be woven. The Thanksgiving Bread basket will be ready for your Thanksgiving serving needs. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500.

Thursdays, October 5, 12, 19, 26 Nov. 2, 9 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.

Admission is $100, materials provided.

Instructor: Bonnie Gale

Writers' Group

Come and read your work or listen and be inspired. Learn the craft of writing as you write. All genres and levels of writing are welcome.

Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Meeting are ongoing.

Admission is free.

group format - no instructor

Yoga for You

Accomodations will be made for beginners, experienced practitioners, and those with special needs. Call 570-996-1500 to confirm dates. Please bring yoga mat or beach towel.

Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10:00 am - 11:00 am, Call 570-996-1500 for class dates.

Cost: $10 per lesson. Children are free.

Instructors: Melissa Russo & Mary Frances Giordano: Certified Hatha Yoga Instructors