At The Dietrich

By
Hildy Morgan

I have a real goodie for you art lovers this week! We’re bringing in Roman Polanski’s Oliver Twist. I am so excited about it. It’s a grand adaptation of the Dickens novel - - showing Victorian England for the slimy place it was. Children had no rights and no consideration in those wicked days and Dickens spent a lifetime trying to change that particular brand of immorality. It is a visually stunning film and very, very faithful to the original story. It’s PG13 so it could be viewed by children, but we don’t recommend it for those under twelve. It’s harsh and uncompromising picture of a child’s life in Victorian England will be way too harsh for sensitive young ones. But adults who love art films should be lining up to see this one. I’m trying to squeeze in a few more great adult films before the blockbuster season starts and Hollywood takes over (er…to quote Seinfeld… “not that there’s anything wrong with that”).

One final week of Wallace and Gromit. If you haven’t seen it yet, please do bring the kiddies. It’s very, very dear and clever and well done. The kids will like it a lot, even if they don’t know what a “were-rabbit” is. (Like I do.)

The next week we have the captivating Antonio Banderas and the exquisite Catherine Zeta-Jones in The Legend of Zorro, a film that looks to be as much fun as it gets. Pure spoofy grand adventure entertainment.

So, for all of you who have asked me what’s going on with the lot next door, we are as close to owning it as you can get without owning it. We put a deposit on it about a year ago and are just waiting for the final D.E.P. clearance. That should come momentarily, we hope. And then our fund-raiser extraordinaire (the dashing Frank Oliver) has come up with the plan to ask three hundred people for one thousand dollars apiece, which will pay for the lot and not have us go into the capitol campaign heavily burdened with debt.

So you will see a sign on the property as soon as we own it, and you will se ads on-screen telling you that you can “buy” that lot for one thousand dollars. And that your donation is tax-deductible. Pretty clever. I wouldn’t have thought of it (which is why nobody pays me to raise money) but so far it seems to be working great. Eventually we will probably put a remembrance there for the donors - - a plaque or some bricks or whatever. We don’t know. But something. And won’t it be a great day when that ugly gas station is gone and the theater has expanded and we have a tree or two there? Oh my, we have such plans for that lot! Such plans.

So, on a serious note and one that’s very close to my heart, I was talking to Deborah at Interfaith this morning. (As many of you know, I ran that dear little agency for about fifteen years.) The agency is doing fine and it’s chugging along as it always did, but the charity monies available to it have been severely cut. Remember that Interfaith brings in its money by selling used items in the thrift store. Sales have been down for the past year. Part of that is Salvation Army, part is that disposable income for the poor has been slashed and burned by the price of gas.

So, I want to remind you of this - - Salvation Army is a terrific organization and they do good work in this county. But Interfaith is home grown, and every dime you give them is spent here, not just a percentage. Every dime. They can respond quickly and generously to a county resident in trouble, no matter what that trouble is. But they can only be as responsive as their bank account allows.

So, when you’re donating clothing, remember Interfaith Boutique. When you are going to give a few charity bucks away, remember Interfaith Friends. When you want to do some thrift store buying, remember Interfaith is still here and runs a good, clean shop. Open late Wednesdays for your convenience. I know folks have been sending money to disaster victims all over the world. But please, please remember your own as the holiday season approaches.

Fuel oil is going to be very, very difficult for the poor to purchase. The price of gasoline has handicapped their purchasing power in a thousand difficult ways. Please help Interfaith out by donating money, clothing, shopping there, or whatever you can do. It puts stars in your heavenly crown - - and we all need those, don’t we?

See you at the Dietrich!

Live at The Dietrich

By
Erica Rogler

Tonight Dr. Sheldon Spear will be at the theater for his presentation “Northeastern Pennsylvania Children in the Age of Anthracite” at 7:00 pm. Dr. Spear has given presentations at the Dietrich for a few years now. He is just a wealth of information about this region. This time his talk will focus on the lives of children during the heyday of anthracite in northeastern PA. He will deal with topics such as health problems, child labor, education, recreation, and delinquency, with emphasis on what is traditionally called the working class. Join us for this free talk. Reservations are not required.

And tomorrow, Mary Baker will be back for her second session of “Fun For Tots” from 10:30 - 11:30 am. The kids love to sing and dance along to the songs she performs, and they hang onto every word of her story telling. This series will continue each Thursday through November 3rd. This event is geared toward children ages five and under. Admission is free. “Fun for Tots” has been sponsored by the Tunkhannock Junior Women’s Club.

Another activity we have for children in that age group is “Mommy and Me Mixed Media” for three and four year olds. Instructor Amy Colley takes you and your little ones on an adventure into the visual arts. Young artists experience painting, sculpture, drawing, and paper arts along with mom, dad, or their caregivers each Monday. Admission is $25.00 for four classes. Call the theater at 570-996-1500 for more information or to register.

For children aged 8 to adult, we will start our first intergenerational “Pantomime Workshop”. Artist-in-residence, Rand Whipple will teach students the performance art of pantomime through a series of mime techniques. You will learn how to focus your concentration and coordination to tell a story without words. Participants will also learn how to moonwalk and make invisible walls. Class dates are November 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 22, December 6, 7, 8, and performances on December 9th. We will offer two sessions, an afternoon session from 4:30 - 6:00 pm and an evening session from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. This class will culminate with a Christmas in Our Hometown performance of “Weird, Wild, and Wonderful - A Look at the Holiday Season” with Box of Light Theatre. Admission to the class is $60.00. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 for more information and to register.

On November 2nd, the Dietrich will hold a “Jewelry Making - Bead Crocheting” Workshop from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. In this one-day class, students under the direction of Jeanne Browning will learn to crochet with seed beads. Participants will be shown how to bead crochet a key fob. With this skill, you then can make bracelets and necklaces. You do not need previous crocheting knowledge to enroll in this class. Admission is $35.00, all materials are provided. Space is limited, so call 570-996-1500 to register.

Later in November, Sharon McArdle will be at the Dietrich to teach a one-time “Painting on Glass” workshop for adults or students ages 13 and up. On Wednesday, November 16th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm learn the basics of painting on glass. Design your own painted wine glass set for your home or to give as a gift. Admission is $15 plus the cost of the painting surface. Call the Dietrich at 996-1500 to register.

More than the Movies at the Dietrich Theater

Decorative Painting for Adults, age 13 and up, Day Sessions

Learn the skills and techniques of decorative painting as you create decorative pieces for your home or to give as gifts. All levels of experience welcome. Call 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesdays, October 19 - November 16, November 30 - December 14 from noon - 3:00 pm

Cost: $15 per lesson + cost of painting surface

Instructor: Eileen Balboa

Discovering Great Artists, ages 5-8

Mixed media for children ages 5-8. The art activities in each four-week session are designed to expand the creative experience and awareness of young artists in all aspects of the visual arts through drawing, painting, printing, and sculpture.

Fridays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Session 2 - October 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4. Session 3 - November 11, 18, Dec. 2, 9.

Admission is $30 per session.

Instructors: Amy and Steve Colley, M.F.A., B.F.A.

Discovering Great Artists, ages 9-12

Mixed Media for children. The art activities in each four week session are designed to expand the creative experience and awareness of young artists in all aspects of the visual arts through drawing, painting, printing, and sculpture.

Thursdays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Session 2 - October 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3. Session 3 - November 10, 17, Dec. 1, 8.

Admission is $30 per session.

Instructors: Steve and Amy Colley, B.F.A., M.F.A.

Everhart Modern 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 modern art!

Tuesdays, through October 25 from 3:45 - 5:00 pm.

Admission is free.

Instructors: Everhart Museum Staff

Golden Days of Radio Players 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 570-996-1500 for more information.

Tuesdays through December 6 from 7:00-8:30 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 those fields in this holiday camp. Enjoy one day of camp or explore the arts in all three days. Call 570-996-1500 to register.

December 27 from 9:30 -11:00 am - Pottery. December 28 from 9:30 - 11:00 am - Drawing. December 29 from 9:30 - 11:00 am - Painting.

Admission is $15 per class or $30 for all three classes.

Instructors: Steve and Amy Colley, M.F.A., B.F.A.

Intergenerational Quilting, for all ages.

A Study in Color - Following a series of simple exercises, students will explore color in a new way. A sampler will be created by studying 6" blocks. You will rethink how you use color in your next quilt after taking this class. For beginners and advanced quilters.

Wednesdays through December 14 from 6:00-7:30 pm.

Admission is $6.00 per class. All materials will be provided.

Instructors: Ingrid Rogler, Peggy Lane, Terri Keller.

Jewelry Making - Bead Crocheting

Here is your opportunity to learn crochet with seed beads. In this class, you will be shown how to bead crochet a key fob. With this skill, you then can make bracelets and necklaces.

Wednesday, November 2 from 7:00-9:00 pm.

Admission is $35.00. All materials will be provided.

Instructor: Jeanne Browning

Mommy & Me Mixed Media, ages 3 and 4

Young artists and their Moms, Dads, or grandparents have the opportunity to engage in projects that encourage critical thinking and problem solving skills as they explore drawing, painting, paper, and sculpture.

Mondays, noon -12:45 pm. Session 2 - October 10, 17, 24, 31. November 7, 14, 21, Dec. 5.

Admission is $25 per session.

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

Open Studio for Painting, Drawing and 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.

Tuesdays from 7:00-8:30 pm. Session 2 - October 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1. Session 3 - November 8, 15, 22, 29.

Admission is $30 per child and $45 per adult.

Instructor: Steve Colley, M.F.A.

Painting on Glass for Adults, ages 13 and up

Learn the basics of painting on glass. Design your own wine glass set for your home or to give as a gift. Register by calling 570-996-1500.

Wednesday, November 16 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.

Admission is $15.00 plus the cost of your painting surface.

Instructor: Sharon McArdle

Pantomime, ages 8 to adult

Learn how to tell a story without words. Rand will teach students ages 8 and up a series of mime techniques, as well as moonwalking and invisible walls. In pantomime you will learn how to focus your coordination and concentration to communicate without words. This class will culminate with a Christmas in Our Hometown performance of "Weird, Wild and Wonderful - A Look at the Holiday Season" with Box of Light Theatre.

November 1,7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, Dec. 6, 7, 8, 9. Afternoon Session - 4:30 -6:00 pm. Evening Session - 7:00 -8:30 pm.

Admission is $60.00

Instructor: Rand Whipple, Box of Light Theatre

Pottery & Sculpture

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, 7:00-8:30 pm. Session 2 - October 10, 17, 24, 31. Session 3 - November 7, 14, 21, 28.

$45 for four classes

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

Quilting for Kids, ages 6 and up

Maple Medley - Create a Maple Leaf quilt sampler. The more you sew, the move leaves you collect. Let nature teach us about color and learn about the beautiful maple trees that grow here.

Wednesdays, through December 14 from 3:30-5:00 pm

Admission is $6.00 per class. All materials are provided.

Instructors: Ingrid Rogler, Peggy Lane, Gloria Eastwood, Mary Louise Dodge, and Terri Keller.

Tile Making

Steve Colley of Colley Tile Works will lead students through the process of creating their own handmade tiles from design, the mold making process, printing, firing, and glazing.

Thursdays through November 3 from 7:00-8:30 pm.

Admission is $200. All materials are provided.

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

Writers Group

Love to write? The group celebrates all different types of writing styles and formats. Join at any time. Admission is free.

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

Cost: $10 per lesson. Children are free.

Instructor: Melissa Russo: Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor

Yoga for You at Night!

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.

Mondays through October from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

$10 per class

Instructor: Mary Frances Giodano, certified Hatha yoga instructor

Yoga for You -Saturdays

This class will teach or reinforce the basic yoga poses (asanas) which gently stretch and strengthen the body. Special attention will be given to proper breathing and alignment in the postures. Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Call 570-996-1500 to register.

Saturdays through December from 10:00 am -11:00 am

Admission is $10 per class.

Instructor: Mary Frances Giordano, certified Hatha yoga instructor

Young at Art - Preschool Art, ages 4 and 5

Preschoolers will have the opportunity to engage in projects that encourage critical thinking and problem solving skills as they explore drawing, painting, paper & sculpture.

Thursdays, noon - 12:45 pm. Session 2 - October 13, 20, 27, November 3. Session 3 - November 10, 17, Dec. 1, 8.

Admission is $25 per session.

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