At The Dietrich

By
Hildy Morgan

Now, really! How can this be? How can the kids be back in school already? How can our new movie schedule include the Labor Day holiday? Honestly, this is too much to believe. Wasn’t I just whining about the cold of winter and how spring would be so welcome? Why am I looking over the coming season’s blockbusters? Didn’t I just plan last season’s? Okay. I get it. This is one of those getting older things, isn’t it? When we were kids every moment took an eternity. Now everything whips by so fast it’s sometimes hard to remember what day it is, much less which season.

Not that I’m complaining about the change in seasons – I love the coming autumn. It’s my absolute favorite time of the year. The crackle of the drying grass underfoot, the brilliance of the leaves, the night-chill that brings grandmother’s quilt to the bed-top. And then, when November arrives and strips every last leaf, well, then it’s the holidays, isn’t it? The best time. Thanksgiving and Christmas with their wonderful foods and glorious memories. The early dark so we can turn on our lamps and cozy up the rooms.

Sigh. I can’t wait. I’m done with summer now. Done. Kaput. Over. I’m fully ready for the dazzling excitement of the change in seasons. Aren’t we so lucky to live where we do? Not everyone gets to see mamma nature in her full glory spin her web of tricks four times a year. We are lucky, lucky ducks. Yeah, we are.

Okay, so this week we’re keeping two of our movies. Invincible is held over another week. It’s a terrific movie! It’s uplifting and fun and one of those movies that, while it is about sports, is really about something so much bigger. It’s about the turns our lives take. It’s about never giving up. It’s about the serendipitous joy that can come our way just because we kept breathing, our hearts kept beating, and we remain willing to take a chance. Invincible is a true story which makes it even better than most. And trust me on this – you don’t have to be a Philadelphia Eagles fan to love this movie. It’s about so much more than that. And at the end, the audiences have been cheering! Bring the older kids and come see it. It’s got a great story to tell.

Barnyard is holding for matinees only. It’s a fun, silly little movie and even though the anatomy of the bull might be way, way off, most little kids don’t care. They giggle their way through it and it gives their parents a few good chuckles. So don’t give the anatomy thing too much thought. You just have to hope that next time Hollywood makes a movie about a “boy cow” (oxymoronic, I know) they might visit a farm and sketch a few critters first.

Finally we have The Peaceful Warrior, starring Nick Nolte. It’s taken from the book and isn’t really about being a warrior in the commonly accepted sense of the word. It’s about finding peace and growth and meaning to life. When a promising young gymnast is hurt and can no longer travel the path he had planned, he must find a way to give his life meaning and purpose. It’s a film about philosophy, joy, and the quiet paths each “warrior” must take to find his place in the universe. If you like self-help books, you’ll love this movie. Give it a try, Grasshopper. (heh heh)

Okay. Less than twenty tickets left, now, so call in for those gala night tix real soon. And if you can’t get tix right away, at least we’ll put you on the waiting list. There’s always a cancellation or two, so the waiting list (if you’re near the top) is a really good place to be.

On September 8 we bring in World Trade Center for a week. It’s a gorgeous film. It honors the police and firefighters and, yes, even the Marines, who worked so hard that day to rescue so few. (Only nineteen came out of the rubble. This is the story of the rescue of two of them.)

See you at the Dietrich.

Live at The Dietrich

By
Erica Rogler

Live at the Dietrich - August 30, 2006

Live music tonight at the Dietrich. And are we ready for it! Folk musicians Shawn Z, Tom Flannery, Josh Pratt and Lorne Clarke will take the stage tonight for the Gathering of Singers and Songwriters 5 tonight at 7:30 pm. It will be a fantastic evening of folk music and stories! Tickets can still be purchased at the door for $5.00. We hope to see you there!

Last Wednesday, the Dietrich hosted the First Annual Endless Mountains Film Festival. It was a great evening! Some of the students from our summer film classes came out for the event. I am amazed at the creativity of the filmmakers that took part in the festival. The audience chose the film “Pumped” by Kevin Davenport as their favorite movie of the evening. We are looking forward to more great films in next year’s festival!

And speaking of festivals, we have just a few tickets remaining for the Opening Night of the Fall 2006 Film Festival so order your tickets today. “Little Miss Sunshine” and “A Prairie Home Companion” will open the festival. Twigs and Epicurean Delight will provide hors d'oeuvres and desserts to celebrate the occasion. Admission is $30. Tickets can be reserved by calling 570-996-1500.

Looking to September, we have a great line up of classes for all ages and many interests. Are you interested in learning how to weave baskets? Bonnie Gale will teach students traditional willow basketry techniques as they make two different baskets in six classes.

Do you need to make a little time for yourself to relax and exercise? Try yoga! Margie, our Program Director, believes that the benefits of yoga are life changing! We have two certified yoga instructors who teach on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Do you have a child who really would like to improve his or her drawing ability? This September we are starting a four-week All About Drawing class on Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:30 for nine to twelve year olds.

Our Golden Days of Radio Players Group will start up again and we are inviting you to try Square Dancing in October!

For little ones, Preschool Art, Mommy and Me, and Kindermusik kick off next month. To find out more about these and other classes, call the Dietrich for a fall brochure at 996-1500 or visit www.dietrichtheater.com.

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