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Coloring their world

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Kids from Abington Art Studio’s Mural Camp completed a mural at Waverly Elementary School. First row, from left: Sophia Boland and Giada Lovecchio. Second row: Hannah Sottile, Kelsie Fritch, Madison Connor, Brennan Connor, Mia Boland, Elizabeth Cowgill, Ava Whalen, Elizabeth Erickson and Abigail Erickson.

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Community colors shine through Mural Camp project

WAVERLY TWP. — Mural Painting Camp – Putting Your Stamp on Our Community, one of the many camps offered by Abington Art Studio, gave kids age 9 and up the chance to create art outdoors during a week in August. Waverly Elementary School PTA members approached Diana Lombardi of Abington Art Studio with the idea for the project as a way to beautify the playground area. “They were able to do art on a big scale and make a big difference,” said parent and PTA member Karen Cahn. “The building

needed some sprucing up, and we thought a mural was a great way to enhance children’s experience at Waverly Elementary.” PTA members and Abington Art Studio staff and kids discussed the design for the mural project. “It was great to involve the kids in the design,” said Lombardi. “Kids learned how to work with clients and collaborate in the planning process.” Lombardi shared the idea behind Mural Painting Camp was to learn to work on a large scale. The initial design was sketched in chalk and then paint was add-

ed. Layers of paint in different colors added dimension, shading and detail. “I always tell the kids to stand back so they can see the whole thing. Then, they can see what a difference highlights and details make – or where some might be needed,” Lombardi said. It was the fifth year Abington Art Studio held its Mural Painting Camp. It’s one of several camps that were available this summer through the studio. Lombardi said the studio held Drawing Camp, Painting Camp, Clay Camp and

“They were able to do art on a big scale and make a big difference. The building needed some sprucing up, and we thought a mural was a great way to enhance children’s experience at Waverly Elementary.”

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Parent and PtA member

Karen Cahn

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As our children ■ And third, “stuhead back to school for dents and parents another year, school should always look at buses are back out on the bus driver. They the roads throughout may see something you the Abingtons. don’t and signal to you.” Clarks Summit PoMotorists’ lice Chief Christopher responsibilities Yarns offered his exYARNs Motorists coming pertise and advice to in contact with school help make this school children and school buses have year a safe one. The chief pointed out potential responsibilities as well, said the chief. dangers for school children at “When the yellow lights are bus stops, such as “children runflashing that means the red ning (because they are running lights will come on soon. Be late) to bus stops in the dark, prepared to stop. When traveling while wearing dark clothing.” in the opposite direction where “These children tend to run across nearby streets into traffic. there is not a physical divider, all drivers must stop,” he said. We have received complaints of Chief Yarns said motorists children darting out in front of moving cars to cross a street just make some common mistakes in relation to school buses, such as before a bus arrives,” he said. not realizing they are required Chief Yarns said there are to stop both directions when three main safety tips for chilbus lights are flashing on fourdren who ride school buses and lane highways where there is no their parents: physical barrier, and not realiz■ First, “try to have a reasoning they have to stop when they able parent available at the bus are at a cross street when the stop, especially with younger bus lights are flashing. children. He said it isn’t hard to make it ■ Second, “Teach children safer for children out there. where, when, and how you “Pay attention and become should wait at a bus stop and when, and how to cross a street.” familiar with where and when

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Slices of the Summit Large pie: half plain, half pepperoni. That’s what my brother, Eddie and I order when we go in together on a pizza. He’s the pepperoni. I’m the other. Pizza has been a favorite food for both of us since we were little kids, although back then, both of us would only eat plain. We’ve since expanded our palates. Really. But cheese pizza is still my go-to. Which is why I won’t have any trouble deciding what to have for dinner today, National Cheese Pizza Day. No, the dilemma won’t be in what to have, but in where to get it. Should I go to Rosario’s Pizzeria & Ristorante, where they make those delicious grandma-style trays and my favorite chicken parmesan pizza? Or how about Collarusso’s Cafe, my number one choice for a Sicilian? Or maybe Dino & Francesco’s Pizza and Pasta House, a long-time favorite of my family’s? Or, there’s “the one by Gerrity’s,” as I’ve called it throughout several name changes over the years (most recently renamed Summit Slice). Or, am I in the mood for Domino’s? There are so many good choices. One of the first things my family set out to do upon moving here from New Jersey when Eddie was 3 and I was 8 was to select our favorite local pizza place. Instead, we found several favorites and none we didn’t like. Nearby Old Forge may lay claim to the title, “Pizza Capital of the World,” but the Abingtons has its own share of marinara-mozzarella goodness. When we were kids, our family didn’t order pizza as often as my brother and I would have liked (we’d have eaten it every night, if we could), but that made it even more of a treat when we did get it. Once in a while, we ate in at a pizza restaurant, but more often we got takeout. And when it was time to go pick it up, we all went, because we had a second stop to make: a library (usually Abington or Dalton), to check out a movie. Because pizza and movies go together like cheese and tomato sauce. And why pay to rent one from Blockbuster (remember Blockbuster?) when there were just as many or more options available for Please see Slices, Page 4

What’s inside Calendar ........................ 2 In the Abingtons .............. 2 Veterans ......................... 4 Libraries ......................... 5 Getty FreedoM IMAGeS

Motorists can brush up on school bus safety laws by looking up Pennsylvania vehicle code title 75 Section 3345 and 3345. bus stops are at during your travels. Be patient at all times. Looking at the kids to see if they are looking at you, and they are aware of your presence,” he said. He added, “do not pass a bus in either direction (includ-

ing on the right) while the red lights are on, regardless of what type of urgency you may have. Bus drivers have an enormous responsibility which includes watching traffic and dealing Please see Safety, Page 4

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than 60 vendors offering arts, crafts, antiques and a variety of foods; basket raffle; children’s activities and games with Keystone College volunteers; and more. For information, call 570942-6747 or 570-942-4481. SEPT. 9 Will presentation: Monday, Sept. 9, 6:30 p.m. at Countryside Community Church, 14001 Orchard Drive, Newton Township. Attorney Shannon Brown will deliver a plain-language, one-hour presentation titled “Planning for Death & Incapacity: Get informed and stop procrastinating” covering the basics of wills, medical powers of attorney and general powers of attorney. The presentation will occur in the Church sanctuary and be followed by an ice cream dessert in the fellowship hall. Call church office at 570-587-3206 or email countrysideoffice@yahoo.com to register for this free talk. SEPT. 10 Casino trip: Tuesday, Sept. 10. Clarks Summit Fire Company J.W. Hall Auxiliary bus trip to Tioga Downs Casino. $20 includes $30 in free play and $10 food voucher. Leaves Clarks Summit at 9 a.m. and returns by 6:30 p.m. Call 570-586-9656, ext. 4 for reservations and further details. Free New to Medicare program: The Gathering Place for Community, Arts & Education is hosting a free class, New to Medicare, presented by the Apprise Program of the Voluntary Action Center Tuesday, Sept. 10, 5:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State Street Clarks Summit. The program is designed for those approaching age 65. The class will review the different parts of Medicare, what they cover and when to enroll. The Apprise Program is a state-funded program that does not sell insurance. This class aims to present clear, unbiased information about Medicare options so people can make an informed decisions about your health care. To register, call the Voluntary Action Center at 570-347-5616. Mysteries and Detectives Book Club meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 10, 7-8:30 p.m. THE VOICE OF at the Abington Community THE ABINGTONS Library in Clarks Summit. 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A place Linda Scott where people with memory loss and their care companThe Abington Suburban ions can share a cup of cofwelcomes all photos and fee and socialize with othsubmissions. There is no charge for publication, but all ers. Explore art, music, play photos and submissions run games or just enjoy being on a “space available” with others. Admission is basis. The editor reserves free. For more information the right to reject any or all or to register, call 570-575submissions. Deadline for submissions is 0384 or visit gatheringplacecs.org. by noon the Friday before publication date. David Walsh art exhibit Opinions of independent opening reception: The columnists do not necesWaverly Small Works Galsarily reflect those of the lery, located in the south Abington Suburban staff. wing of the Waverly ComSEPT. 7 Newton Rec Center Clean-up Day: Saturday, Sept. 7, 9 a.m. Volunteers are needed to help clean up the grounds at the Newton Recreation Center. Tasks include litter pick-up, tree and hedge trimming and more. Lunch will be served to the volunteers. Inaugural Fleetville Fall Fair: Saturday, Sept. 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fleetville Volunteer Fire Company of Benton Twp. station and grounds, 58 Firehouse Lane. Features a variety of vendors. Funds raised will go toward a new tanker. Also includes games for the kids and opportunities to get up close and personal with the firefighters and apparatus, a farm animal petting pen, pet rescue and agility demonstration, American flag retirement ceremony, balloon artist and face painting and more. Smoke detectors available while supplies last. For updates and more information, follow the Facebook event page at bit.ly/2ZojF00 or visit fleetvillefireco.com/ fall-fair. Our Lady of the Abingtons Fall Festival: The Church of Our Lady of the Abingtons, 207 Seminary Road, Dalton, will host it’s annual Fall Festival Saturday, Sept. 7, from 5 -11 p.m., featuring a pork barbecue, and Sunday, Sept. 8, from noon to 6 p.m., featuring a chicken barbecue. Live entertainment will be provided by The Quietman on Sunday. The festival also includes plenty of other food, games, silent auctions, white elephant sales, bountiful baskets and other prizes to attempt to win. For more information, visit spolachurch.weebly.com or call 570-351-6842. SEPT. 8 Nicholson Bridge Day: Sunday, Sept. 8, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. along Main Street in Nicholson, Route 11 and Route 92. Includes more

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munity House, will feature the works of 2018 F. Lammot Belin Arts Foundation Scholarship Recipient, David Walsh. The exhibit kicks off with an artist reception on Friday, Sept. 13, 5 p.m. in the gallery. A talk will be presented by the artist at 6:30 p.m. The exhibit is sponsored by PA Partners in Arts. There is no charge to attend. The works will be on display in the gallery through Sunday, Oct. 20. SEPT. 14 Dalton United Methodist Church Costa Rica Mission Team’s Chicken BBQ: Saturday, Sept. 14, 1-4 p.m. at the church, 125 S. Turnpike Road, Dalton. Drive-thru takeouts. Cost is $10 for adults; $5 for children ages 6-12. For tickets, call Ron at 570-406-8409. SEPT. 14 & 15 Hometown Heroes Weekend at Roba Family Farms: Free admission to Roba Family Farms, 230 Decker Road, North Abington Township, for members of the U.S. Armed Forces, emergency responders and their immediate families; valid ID required. Flag raising ceremony at 11:30 a.m. National anthem performance by Tierney Joyce and Chloe Joyce. Features farm attractions and special events. For more information, visit robafamilyfarms. com. SEPT. 15 Southern Indian Cooking: Sunday, Sept. 15, 4 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks summit. Lakshmi Mizin will prepare “Amruta”(divine) Southern Indian meal using spices to enhance food. She will prepare bajji as a starter, coconut rice, cauliflower curry and tomato dal. Cost is $35. For information or to register, visit GatheringPlaceCS. org SEPT. 18 ‘Visit Thirteen Olives’ class: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 6 p.m. at Thirteen Olives, 222 Northern Blvd., South Abington Township. Chef Gene Litz will prepare seasonal offerings utilizing premium olive oils and vinegars to enhance and compliment their taste in this Abington Area Community Classroom session. Cost is $25. For more information or to register, visit gatheringplacecs.org. SEPT. 18, 25; OCT. 2 Weaving on a Cardboard Loom: Weave a small purse or art piece on a cardboard loom. Bring some of your favorite yarns to use in your piece. Wednesdays, Sept. 18 and 25 and Oct. 2, 2 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Cost is $30 plus a $10 supply fee. For more information or to register, visit gatheringplacecs.org. SEPT. 20 Harry McGrath Memorial Golf Tournament & Dinner Celebration: The Greater Scranton YMCA will host the Inaugural Harry McGrath Memorial Golf Tournament and Dinner Celebration Friday, Sept. 20, 1:30 p.m. at Glen Oak Country Club, 250 Oakford Road, Clarks Summit. Registration begins at 10 a.m. A dinner celebration will begin with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by Black Tie Stereo. For more info or to register, visit conta.cc/2OvkDTO or contact Betsy McGrath Ardizoni at 570-768-6118. SEPT. 21 Newton Rec Center Fall Festival: Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Newton Recreation Center. Toucha-truck, kids’ activities, farmers market, indoor vendor fair, food trucks and more. SEPT. 22 Newton Ransom Elementary Fourth Annual 5K & Fun Run: Sunday, Sept. 22, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Abington Heights Middle School. This fundraiser will help the PTO support a wide variety of items to the children of Newton Ransom Elementary School such as field trip admission fees, classroom parties, PSSA snacks, playground equipPlease see Calendar, Page 4

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The Newton Ransom Elementary School PTO is planning its fourth annual 5k run/ walk and fun run for Sunday, Sept. 22.

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Running for Newton Ransom NEWTON TOWNSHIP — Runners and walkers are invited to put their running shoes on in support of the Newton Ransom Elementary School. The school PTO is hosting its fourth annual 5k run/ walk and fun run Sunday, Sept. 22 at the Abington Heights Middle School. New this year is an easier family-friendly 5k course. In years past, the school’s cross country course was used. This year’s course will use the pavement areas of the Abington Heights Middle School and Newton Ransom Elementary School. The fun run for children will go around the pond in front of the middle school. “This event is a chance to bring the community togeth-

er to support the elementary school,” said Marissa Zang, chairman. “It also promotes a healthy activity for our families and kids in the community. Faith Bennett of Faith’s Fun Faces will offer face painting. Erica Keller is a co-chair of the event. “I’m extremely excited to ... help with this event,” Keller said. It’s all for the kids and goes back to them. I’m so glad to help in any way.” Race day registration and packet pick up is from 8-8:45 a.m. The fun run is open to children in fourth grade and younger, with a 9 a.m. start. The 5k walk/run is open to all, with a 9:30 a.m. start.

There is an early registration deadline of Sept. 13, which guarantees participants a T-shirt. The cost for 5k run/walk is $20; $10 for the fun run. Registration after Sept. 13 or on the day of the event does not guarantee a T-shirt and the cost for the 5k run/walk is $25; $15 for the fun run. “All proceeds benefit the Newton Ransom Elementary students,” said Zang. “It helps our students with all proceeds going toward purchasing school supplies, field trips, events for the students and more.” Sponsorship opportunities are available until Sept. 9. For more information, to volunteer or to make a donation, email Zang at marissazang@yahoo.com.

Fleetville Fall Fair this Saturday BENTON TWP. — The Fleetville Volunteer Fire Company will host its inaugural Fall Fair Saturday, Sept. 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the fire station and grounds. Attractions include junior firefighter training, live music, a chicken barbecue, dunk tank, touch-a-truck, petting zoo, animal education, build-a-scarecrow, pet rescue, dog agility demon-

stration, American flag retirement, a variety of craft, food, direct sales and flea vendors and more. The event, which is a fundraiser for a new tanker for the fire company, will feature live performances by Paul Laquintano and Zeiger Family Music. During the junior firefighter training, kids will get up close and personal with the firefighters and apparatus.

They’ll have an opportunity to “train” to become a firefighter, dressing in turnout gear, run an obstacle course and even practice putting out a house fire. They will receive a badge and an official Future Fire Fighter certificate. For more information, visit the Fleetville Volunteer Fire Company of Benton Twp. Facebook page.

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Wednesdays, 11, 18 and 25 Fridays, Sept. 6, 13, 20 and 27. All sessions are held from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Thomas American red Cross G. Cupillari ’60 Observatory, Constitution day 2019 blood drive Fleetville. Tuesday, Sept. 17, 12:45-1:45 The American Red Cross The fall series of public will hold a blood drive Thurslectures and observing ses- p.m. in Evans Hall. Constitution Day 2019 will day, Sept. 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. sions are free and open to the public with no registration feature Sam Faddis - Spycraft in Hibbard Campus Center .

COUrt NOtes PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS ■ William G. Evans Sr., administrator of the estate of Edward Evans, also known as Edward J. Evans, Scott Twp., to Danny J. Herrera and Humberto Herrera Martinez, Newburgh, N.Y.; a property at 1109 Jackson St., Scranton, for $50,000. ■ John William Montgomery Jr., Dalton, to Ashley Dickinson, Dalton; a property at 100 Lake St., Dalton, for $183,000. ■ Chapman Lake Estates LLC to Patrick and Florence Connelly; two parcels in Scott Twp. for $43,500. ■ Laura Smith, Jefferson Twp., to Caleb N. and Donna Renee Fera, Newton Twp.; a property at 110 Debbie Drive, Jefferson Twp., for $242,050. ■ Alphonse J. and Carolyn F. Matrone, South Abington Twp., to Romano Rentals LLC, Scott Twp.; two parcels at 199 Belmont St., Carbondale, for $29,000. ■ Carmen A. and Marilyn B. Caputo to Matthew David and Amanda Barr; a property at 202 Oakford Road, Clarks Summit, for $228,950. ■ Kevin and Nanci Tinkelman, South Abington Twp., to Vhunior Garcia Tineo, Scranton; a property on Price Street, Scranton, for $50,000. ■ Gravel Pond Townhouses Inc., Clarks Summit, to Maureen Finnerty, South Abington Twp.; a property in South Abington Twp. for $396,000. ■ Willis M. Conover Jr., Gettysburg, to Sarah Marie and Peter Joseph Worsnick, Dunmore; a property at 110 Hemlock Drive, Clarks Summit, for $191,400. ■ Great American Oil Drilling Co. Inc., Chinchilla, to JHH Family Trust, Scranton; a property at 702 Shady Lane Road, South Abington Twp., for $235,000. ■ Crystal Smith, now by marriage Crystal Ross, and Allan Ross, Jermyn, to Rachel D. Flores,

Scott Twp.; a property at 309 Elm St., Jermyn, for $71,000. ■ Shannon Cross and Edward Scoz, Wayne County, to Jonathan R. Van Blarcom and Ellen Powers, Lackawanna County; a property at 98 Electric St., Clarks Summit, for $295,000. ■ Charles Andrew Clinebell, Scott Twp., to John W. and Melissa Farrence, Archbald; a property at 207 Joe Lick Road, Scott Twp., for $257,000. ESTATES FILEd ■ Madeline M. Brust, 410 Davis St., Clarks Summit, letters testamentary to Michael J. Brust Jr., 1400 Fords Pond Road, Clarks Summit. ■ Bonnie Jean Schroeder, 150 Edella Road, South Abington Twp., letters testamentary to

Cathy Hardaway, 14023 Spring Drive, Clarks Summit. ■ Margaret Dee, 317 Hudson St., Jermyn, letters testamentary to Alice Johnson, 15 Darrone Lane, Scott Twp. ■ Raymond D. Emanuel, 307 Tulip Circle, Clarks Summit, letters testamentary to Raymond Emanuel, 1754 Overlook Drive, Silver Spring, Md. MARRIAGE LICENSES ■ Stephon George Galka, Roaring Brook Twp., and Arianna Elizabeth Jones, South Abington Twp. ■ Tyler Richard Gratz, South Abington Twp., and Lauren Ashley Hales, Scranton. ■ Alexander Mark Welch and Erica Pace, both of Clarks Summit.

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COLORS: Abington Art Studio students paint mural in Waverly FROM PAGE 1

Outdoor-Painting-in-thePark Camp, among others. During the mural camp, students painted and learned various art techniques. They also learned teamwork and communication skills as they worked together on the large project.

Kids who attended Mural Painting Camp ranged in age from 9-14. Many attended Waverly Elementary in the past. They laughed and talked as they painted, working together to create something bright and beautiful for their community. “As these kids go on

to middle school or high school, they are giving back and creating something that they can take pride in,” Cahn said. “Other kids who come out to recess at Waverly Elementary will see this mural and hopefully have their spirit uplifted or feel inspired.”

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Abington Art Studio held a Mural Camp that started on Aug. 19. Kids who attended the camp painted the side of a storage building on the campus of Waverly Elementary School. The project was organized in part by members of the Waverly Elementary PTA.

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September at the VFW CLARKS SUMMIT — Abington Memorial VFW Post 7069 will participate in and/or host the following events. All will be held at the VFW building at 402 Winola Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 570-587-5663. Wednesday, Sept. 4, 6:30 p.m. VFW auxiliary monthly meeting Thursday, Sept. 5, 6:30 p.m. VFW House Committee meeting, followed at 7 p.m. by the VFW monthly meeting. Saturday, Sept. 7, 2 p.m. Fleetville Volunteer Fire Co. Fall Fair Flag Retirement (Burning) Ceremony” at the fire company grounds. Wednesday, Sept. 11, 9:30 a.m. 9/11 Rememberance Ceremony at the Waverly Community House flag

pole. Saturday, Sept. 14, 11:30 a.m. Flag Raising Ceremony at Roba Family Farms for Hometown Hero’s Weekend. Free admission Saturday and Sunday for military members/veterans/emergency responders and immediate family (spouse/children); ID required. Sunday, Sept. 15, 2 p.m. VFW District 10 meeting at the Jessup VFW. Wednesday, Sept. 18, “Happy Birthday U.S. Air Force” (72 years old). Saturday, Sept. 21, 8 p.m. Enjoy the musical entertainment of “Marilyn Kennedy.” Saturday, Se pt. 28, Abington Memorial VFW and VFW Auxiliary’s fourth annual chicken barbecue more details TBA.

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From left: Michele Hughes, Sharon Byrne, Carter Atkins and Tim Atkins at the 2018 Comm Classic Golf Tournament held at Glen Oak Country Club.

Comm to host Centennial Golf Tournament WAVERLY TWP. — The Waverly Community House will hold The Comm Classic Centennial Golf Tournament Monday, Sept. 16 at Glen Oak Country Club. The tournament is captain and crew format and features 18 holes of golf with cart, gross score prizes, raffle prizes, a $2,500 putting competition, a $10,000 hole-in-one prize, HIO prizes on all par 3’s, flight prizes, lunch, cocktail hour and a dinner buffet.

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vehicle code title 75 Section 3345 and 3345. He said those laws pertain to “duties of a driver who intends to overtake or pass a school bus in either direction. “Bus drivers shall obtain driver and vehicle information about a violation that

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free at the libraries? And so, on pizza nights, our everyone-gathersaround-the-table-for-dinner family did what was out of the question any other night: we ate in front of the television. And we made memories in the process. We also made memories eating out. It still saddens me to drive by the empty lot that used to house the Pizza Hut on South State Street in Clarks Summit. Not because

I was particularly fond of Pizza Hut (although I do like it), but for the memories that place held. My elementary school, Summit Baptist Academy (now Summit Christian Academy) participated in Pizza Hut’s BOOK IT! program, in which each student received a big round pin with empty circles on it for stickers. Every time a student finished reading a book within a certain page count requirement, he or she received a sticker to place on the pin. Once the

pin was full, it could be redeemed for a free personal pan pizza at the franchise. I loved the feeling of placing that final sticker on my BOOK IT! pin, because I knew that meant now my family had to go out for pizza. I had a similar thought when I learned about National Cheese Pizza Day: “Now I’ll have to get pizza.” As if I need an excuse. Contact the writer: ebaumeister@timesshamrock. com; 570-348-9185, ext. 3492

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ment, school programs and events, school supplies and more. The registration cost by Sept. 13 (guaranteed T-shirt) is $20 for the 5k run/ walk or $10 for the fun run (fourth grade and under). Registration after Sept. 13 (T-shirt not guaranteed) is $25 for the 5k run/walk or $15 for the fun run. For more information, visit the Facebook event page at bit. ly/2Zt4PJ1. SEPT. 29 Taste of the Abingtons: Sunday, Sept. 29, 5-8 p.m. at the Ramada in South Abington Township. Enjoy tastings of food and wine, live entertainment and a raffle with your friends and neighbors. Tickets are $25 and are available from any Rotary Club of the Abingtons member and on Eventbrite. Sponsored by Rotary Club of the Abingtons and all proceeds benefit the community. OCT. 5 Rabies clinic: The Humane Society of Wyoming County will sponsor a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats on Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to noon at the Department of Agriculture Building, Route 92 South, Tunkhannock. Cost is $8 per shot (cash only). Dr. Colin Jeschke of the Abington Veterinary

Center will administer the vaccinations. For safety reasons, all pets must be either leashed or individually caged. Bring the pet’s most recent rabies vaccination certificate, if available. The clinic is open to pets from all counties. For more information, call 570-836-4745.

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to 4 p.m. for the remainder of the exhibit. For more information, visit gatheringplacecs.org. Community garden volunteers sought: This season’s Waverly Community Garden continues to share fresh produce with local food pantries and other programs. Anyone interested in volunteering to help with the garden can sign up on the Facebook page at bit. ly/2KzuhBi. State Rep. Outreach: A staff member from state Rep. Marty Flynn’s office will provide outreach assistance from 9 a.m. to noon on the third Wednesday of the month, alternating between the Clarks Green Borough Building, 104 N. Abington Road and the South Abington Township Building’s second-floor meeting room, 104 Shady Lane Road in Chinchilla. Flynn’s staff can help with PennDOT paperwork, LIHEAP winter heating assistance, unemployment compensation, workers’ compensation, PACE/ PACENET prescriptiondrug coverage, unclaimed property searches and any other state-related matter. Call 570-342-4348 for more information.

Flag ceremonies: The Abington Memorial VFW Post 7069 will perform three flag ceremonies in September. The first, a flag retirement (burning) ceremony will be held Saturday, Sept. 7 at 2 p.m. at the Fleetville Volunteer Fire Company’s Fall Festival. The post will also have a new member recruitment table at this event. The second, a 9/11 remembrance flag raising ceremony, will be held Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 9:30 a.m. at the Waverly Community House. The third, a flag raising ceremony, will be performed Saturday, Sept. 14 at 11:30 a.m. at Roba Family Farms. Abington Art Studio exhibit: The work of Abington Art Studio students is the focus of a gallery exhibit running through Sept. 10 at The Gathering Place, 304 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Contact the Suburban: Open gallery hours: Tues570-348-9185; suburbanweekdays through Fridays, noon ly@timesshamrock.com

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Coming up at ACL CLARKS SUMMIT — The Abington Community Library, 1200 W. Grove St., will host the following events this month. Stop by or call 570-587-3440 to register as necessary for classes and events. The library is open 24/7 at lclshome.org/abington, where a full calendar is available.

ALL AGES Pet Adoption Day: Saturday, Sept. 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Griffin Pond Animal Shelter staff will be on hand with a few of their furry friends to discuss the adoption process and answer any questions you have. No registration required. Insulin Support Group: Thursday, Sept. 19, 6-8:30 p.m. Are you using or thinking of using an insulin pump to manage your diabetes? Talk with diabetics who know. Join insulin pump users with/without a sensor in a group setting to share and talk about your experiences. The group is open to children, parents and senior citizens who are presently using a pump or are considering it. No registration required.

ADULTS Caring Hands: every Monday, 1-3 p.m. Do you knit or crochet? Join this group that creates items for the library and for the less fortunate. Yarn provided. Always in Stitches: every Tuesday, 10 a.m. to noon. Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Mah Jongg: every Tuesday, 1-3 p.m. Join the library’s group of National Mah Jongg League, INC. players. No experience necessary. Families Helping Families: every Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. Facilitators provide an educational series and support group for teens and their families affected by substance abuse. Co-sponsored by the Clear Brook Foundation. Scrabble: every Thursday, 12:30-3 p.m. Join an enthusiastic group of Scrabble players for a fun game. No registration necessary. Latin Language Club: every Friday, 1-3 p.m. Discuss and study uses of classical Latin language using grammar, historical and everyday phrases of Latin. Beginners are welcome. Papercrafting – Tips, Tools & Techniques With Maria Pappa: Thursday, Sept. 5, 6-8 p.m. Theme: fun folds. Join in this session to add a little “wow” to your papercrafting designs. Materials Cost: $12, paid to the instructor the day of the class. InBody570 Scan: Saturday, Sept. 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Looking to stay on track with your health goals? Come in for your INBODY SCAN and receive a full result sheet printout that shows your percent body fat, segmental muscle and fat analysis, body water analysis, visceral fat level, and how many calories to consume to conquer your goals. Each scan comes with a 10-minute consultation explaining your results. The fee for the scan and consultation is $20 and due at the time of the scan. Sign up for this health opportunity, presented by Altitude Nutrition and Exercise Consulting. Library board meeting: Monday, Sept. 9, 7-8 p.m. The Board of Trustees of Abington Community Library will hold their monthly meeting. All are welcome. Elder Law Clinic: Monday, Sept. 9, 1-4:30 p.m. Sponsored by Lackawanna Pro Bono.

Essential Oils with Kristy Bayle: Tuesday, Sept. 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Bayle will discuss ways to use essential oils to help one’s body achieve true restful sleep. Make your own roller-bottle essential oil blend. Cost $5. Mystery Book Club: Tuesday, Sept. 10, 7-8:30 p.m. Selection: “Sister Eve and the Blue Nun: Divine Private Detective Agency Mystery” by Lynne Hinton. Craft and Chat: Thursdays, Sept. 12 and 26, 6-8 p.m. Bring your project to work on. No registration required. Northeastern Pennsylvania’s Civil War: Thursday, Sept. 12, 6:307:30 p.m. This program will examine the complicated nature of northeast Pennsylvania’s Civil War. While taking a close look at primary source documentation, EJ will analyze how residents of NEPA thought, acted and reported before, during and after the war. EJ Murphy is a local educator and historian who studies the Civil War era history of Northeastern Pennsylvania. EJ teaches seventh and eighth grade social studies at the Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School in Scranton and also works at the Waverly Community House giving the Destination Freedom Underground Railroad Walking Tour of Waverly. Learn About Medicare at the Library: Friday, Sept. 13, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Do you have questions about Medicare? Come to the library to have your questions answered. The APPRISE Program, sponsored by the Voluntary Action Center, which is a state-funded program through the Area Agency on Aging will be here at the library to answer all your questions. They can assist in guiding you through the Medicare maze. “Shine On” Artist Reception: Friday, Sept 13, 6-7 p.m. Join in for the library’s September Artist Reception for Jacqueline Shattuck and the work from her “Shine On” series. Hear her talk about her work and process. Light refreshments provided. ACL Social Justice Book Club: Monday, Sept. 16, 6-7 p.m. Join the library for its third Social Justice Book Club of 2019. This group meets quarterly to read and discuss a book which speaks to and comments on past and current social justice issues. This month, the group is reading “Boy Erased” by Garrad Conley. Pick up your copy at the circulation desk when you sign up. Civil War Round Table: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 7-8:30 p.m. A group dedicated to discussing the Civil War and related topics. Creative Writing with Carol King: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 25, 10 a.m. to noon. Creative Writing: Everyone has a head full of story ideas, perhaps even full-fledged stories that have never actually been put on paper. In this class, you will learn how to overcome the blocks that keep you from turning those ideas into reality. You will also learn how to distill those ideas into stories using description, characterization, dialogue and plotting. Memoir / Nonfictionwriting With Carol King: Wednesdays, Sept. 18 and 25, 1-3 p.m. Students in this class will mine their own lives or those of family members to turn memories into stories using all the techniques of good fiction writing. The class will also discuss the differences between fiction and nonfiction and consider what is necessary to make a personal memoir into a story or book that appeals to a more general audience.

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Technology Scheduling Session: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 6-7 p.m. Do you need help in computer basics, email, iPad/ iPhone, Kindle/Nook, Facebook, Skype, Facetime, basics of the Microsoft Suites (2007), or something else? Stop by and schedule a one-on-one meeting session today. Papercrafting with Maria Pappa: Thursday, Sept. 19, 6-8 p.m. Theme: autumn greetings. Materials Cost: $12, paid to the instructor the day of the class.

TEENS ACL TRL Social Justice Book Club: Monday, Sept. 16, 5- 6 p.m. A special Teen Reading Lounge which meets quarterly to discuss social justice issues based on a book. This month the group is reading “Boy Erased” by Garrad Conley. Pick up your copy at the Circulation Desk when you sign up. For grades 9-12. T-shirt and Backpack Decorating: Friday, Sept. 20, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Decorate a T-shirt and backpack and go back to school in style. All materials and art supplies provided – snacks too. For grades 5-8.

CHILDREN Storytimes for Children: Baby (ages 0-2): Fridays, Sept. 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.; Toddler (ages 2-3): Wednesdays, Sept. 11, 18 and 25 at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.; Preschool (ages 3-5): Tuesdays, Sept. 10, 17 and 24 at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Chess Club for Kids: Monday, Sept. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Meet up with other kids who are interested in playing chess. If you have a favorite game board, bring it along. This group will meet at the tables in the main children’s area as there will be no consistent staff supervision. No registration required. For grades 1-5 . Read to Dogs: Wednesday, Sept. 11, 6- 7 p.m. Drop by during this hour to get in some reading practice with certified therapy dogs. Make a new friend and discover a new book. No registration required. For grades K-4. Crafters’ Club: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m. All materials will be provided. Come and craft with friends. Sponsored by the Teen Leadership Committee. For grades 3-5. After School LEGOS: Tuesday, Sept. 19, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Meet friends at the library to play with LEGOs. All LEGOs will be provided for this hour of free play. No registration required. Build whatever you would like and then clean up for next time.For grades K-4. Block Party: Thursday, Sept. 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Attend a Block Party and join in the free play with blocks, vehicles, animals and people. There are only two ground rules: No throwing blocks, and no knocking someone else’s building down. Come ready to play. No registration required. For children ages 2-7. Homeschoolers at the Library: Thursday, Sept. 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bring your children to a fun, educational program to enrich their home-learning experience. They will enjoy hands-on projects, stories, short videos and more. This month, the group will be joined by Sharon Templin, who will share stories and pictures from her trips to Africa. For grades K-6. Math and Science Club: Monday, Sept. 30, 4:15-5 p.m. Do you love experiments? Games? Puzzles? Check out the library’s new Math and Science Club. Each month, there will be different activities and challenges to complete. This after school club is all about the fun in

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An exciting month

DALTON — There is a lot going on at the Dalton Community Library this month. Get your pen and calendar ready and jot down these exciting dates. On Tuesday, Sept. 24, a new session of Story Time will start. Hear stories, play a game, listen to a song, or get in some morning stretches while at the Dalton Community Library for Story Time. It’s so much more than hearing stories. There’s plenty of fun for children of young ages. Meet us Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Also beginning Tuesday, Sept. 24 is Kid’s Crew, our after school program for children in elementary school. We build, make crafts, share ideas, and learn in exciting ways. It’s the perfect time to wind down after a school day with other children who are

here to learn, explore and have fun. At the end of the month, on Saturday, Sept. 28, our library will hold our Saturday Spotlight book club meeting. The meeting begins at 10:30 a.m. The book discussion will be on Michelle Obama’s book, “Becoming.” All patrons are invited to join the group discussion at our library. During September, all Lackawanna County Libraries will accept donations for Schaefer’s Retreat Homeless Shelter in Carbondale. Collections of non-perishable food and personal care items are needed. Please drop off your donations at any of the Lackawanna County libraries. Looking ahead to next month, keep in mind that it will be time for our Fall Book and Bake Sale. It is set for the

third Saturday of the month, Oct. 19, and will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone wanting to make book donations must bring them to the library by the last day of September. On an ending note, our library’s Summer Quest activities came to an end mid August. What a delightful time children and their families had. Each Tuesday, our programs drew in children who shared time together having fun, exploring, learning, laughing and enjoying time at the library while participating in various activities. Thank you to all families who participated. We truly enjoyed sharing our summer with everyone. Jennifer Familetti is program coordinator for the Dalton Community Library. Reach her at jfamiletti@albright.org.

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Summer is over for young people as many return to the classroom this week. Parents flock to area stores to purchase school clothes for children that grew inches over the summer. The question, “what did you do this summer?” will be asked by friends or given as an essay prompt by teachers. A group of boys from the Abingtons and surrounding areas have quite a tale to tell. Jeff and Etienne Nunemaker of Clarks Summit, Matt O’Brien of Factoryville, Nate Manwarren of South Abington Township, Cody Stang of Meshoppen, Seth Kashuba of Scott Township and Isaiah Forba of Tunkhannock took a threeday trip on the Susquehanna River on a raft they made themselves. A few of the teens went on a similar trip in 2018. They built a smaller raft and floated down the river from Tunkhannock to Falls. The boys immediately started planning for 2019 and got

more friends involved. Each participant took part in the planning. Everyone was assigned a different role and contributed supplies needed for the trip. From start to finish, the raft build and trip was planned by the teens. Planning occurred over a year and a date was finally decided on. They discussed safety and how they were going to sleep and eat. It all came together on July 1. Like something out of a Mark Twain novel, the friends decided they would “rough it.” They brought extra food but planned to fish. They didn’t want to purchase a raft, but built it instead with supplies they already had. Pallets, plywood and 55-gallon drum barrels were used to create their vessel. They tied two drums under each pallet and nailed plywood on top. The large barrels help the raft float, and when they ran out of drums for the size raft they wanted, they used plastic totes. Rope

and ratchet straps held everything together. A canopy was added for shade and a cinder block fire pit was built on the raft for cooking. They brought extra supplies to make repairs along the way and wore life vests for safety. Ages 16–20, many of the boys were getting ready to finish high school or go off to college. As a last claim on childhood and their purposeful effort to lay hold of good old-fashioned adventure, they set off on a beautiful day from the boat launch in Falls Township. The boys checked in with parents every day. They shared about people they met along the way who cheered them on, waved from shore or traveled alongside for a while. They stopped to explore islands in the river along the way. They fished and spotted eagles. “I went into it thinking the fishing would be terrible, because the water was pretty Please see Summer, Page 7

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high,” said Etienne Nunemaker. “But I had a fishing guide book and that gave me good tips. I fished from the raft and from shore. Using crawfish lures worked well. I caught walleye, smallmouth bass, rock bass and catfish. I had never caught a walleye before, so that was cool.” The teens slept under the stars on their raft tied to the river bank. They dealt with slow moving current at one point and struggled navigating a raft with no motor. Using a kayak to help guide the raft and oars to paddle, they made their way. The boys experienced a little rain and the loss of some gear. After traveling through rough water, the boat began to come apart. They were undeterred. “We had to keep adjusting the barrels. Because the raft wasn’t level, it kept wanting to break up,” Jeff Nunemaker said. “We were taking on water at one point so we had to stop and do some repairs.” The friends worked together to repair the raft and soon were on their way again. “We didn’t realize how easy it is for the whole thing to come apart,” said O’Brien. “But we’d do it

again. Building it ourselves made the whole experience more interesting, and it kind up ‘upped the stakes.’ In my opinion, that made it more fun. The bridges in WilkesBarre and the last bridge we went under in Berwick were really exciting because of how quickly the current moves. It was tricky. We had to kind of set the raft where we thought we were going to go, either left or right behind the pillars, and then let the current take us. We figured it out as best we could, and it was exciting. Those were the best times.” Away from the distractions of television, computers, family and jobs, the boys found a chance to relax and bond before many of them left for college. “We had nothing but a little hand-held radio,” O’Brien said laughing. “I think that set us back a few decades in technology. Without the usual distractions of everyday life, there was so much more time to get to know each other better. You have to trust each other and work together on a trip like this. Obviously, with this group of guys, everyone gets along really well so it was a positive experience.”

Even with the repairs they had to make at one point, they still managed to travel 47 miles in three days. They were soaking wet and tired but full of stories when their parents picked them up in Berwick. “Going under a bridge at Berwick in rapids was scary but fun,” Stang said. “The wake from a motor boat probably saved our raft.” “We almost hit the bridge at one point,” Jeff Nunemaker said. “We worked together and the wake of another boat helped and we made it through. That was really fun. We ordered Dominos Pizza on shore one night because we were pretty hungry.” Parents filled their vehicles with muddy, wet teenagers, their gear and the remains of their raft, to drive home. The summer of 2019 is one for the books. Some of the teens will start school in the Abingtons this week. O’Brien leaves for a year abroad, while others are already on college campuses across the country. The river and lure of adventure will keep calling, even as time – like the mighty Susquehanna – rushes by.

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BLAKELY — Valley View caught a break midway through the second quarter when Abington Heights had a potential game-tying touchdown called back due to a penalty. The top-ranked Cougars made sure they took advantage of it. Janaasah Boone and Zack Manchak each ran for two touchdowns and Boone also passed for a third score as Valley View pulled away from the No. 10 Comets for a 48-13 victory in a Lackawanna Football Conference Division I-II crossover last Friday at John Henzes/Veterans Memorial Stadium. “We made some mistakes early,” Valley View coach

George Howanitz said. “But when our offense is doing what it’s supposed to be doing, they can put so many points on the board. Teams always seem to be fighting from behind.” E a rl y o n , A b i n g t o n Heights (0-2) hung with Valley View. Manchak’s 18-yard touchdown run and the first of Zack Kovalchik’s six extra points gave the Cougars a 7-0 lead with 4:03 left in the first quarter. But the Comets responded with an 11-play scoring drive. They twice converted on third down and once on fourth down before quarterback Michael Show hit Robby Horvath on a slant for 44 yards and a touchdown. Jimmy Lefchak’s kick tied the

score at 7 with 10:55 left in the second quarter. Valley View (2-0) answered with a nine-play scoring drive, capped by Boone’s 1-yard touchdown run, to make it 14-7 with 6:43 left in the second. Again, Abington Heights appeared to come right back moments later when Show connected with Corey Perkins for a 69-yard touchdown. However, an illegal block penalty wiped out the score. The Comets wound up punting and, two plays later, Boone ran 38 yards on a busted play to make it 21-7 with 3:37 left in the second. Alex Savkov then intercepted Show on the ensuing possession. Eight plays later, Boone hit Dylan Howanitz for a 13-yard touchdown with

9.9 seconds left that gave the Cougars a 28-7 halftime lead. “Football is a game of momentum and that was definitely a momentum-swinging point in the game,” Abington Heights coach Joe Repshis said. “Credit Valley View. They forced us into situations and took advantage of mistakes.” After the nullified touchdown, the Valley View defense didn’t allow the Comets much of anything — just three first downs and 95 yards the rest of the way. Fifty-three of those yards came on a Show-to-Perkins pass play in the third quarter that set up a 5-yard touchdown pass between the two on the next play. “That just changed the momentum for our defense,”

Boone said. “We were like, ‘We just got saved, now we’ve got to work back for it.’ ” Added Cougars senior linebacker Cain Bennett: “After that got called back, we just kept pounding and pounding. That’s our mentality.” Abington Heights fumbled on the first play of the second half and Matt Smith recovered for Valley View at the Comets 25, setting up fullback T.J. Noto’s 29-yard touchdown run two plays later that made it 35-7 with 11:28 left in the third. Later in the third, Manchak made it 42-7 with a 3-yard touchdown run. Adam Howanitz’s 2-yard touchdown run in the fourth finished the scoring. contact the writer: swalsh@timesshamrock.com; @swalshTT on Twitter

Trust, experience kick in for soccer teams by Marty MyErs STAFF WRITER

Abington Heights’ boys and girls soccer teams saw their seasons swing in parallel paths a year ago. Both finished third in the Lackawanna League Division I standings. Both were soundly beaten in their first District 2 playoff game. And both are hoping the trajectory of this season takes them in a different direction. “Last year wasn’t as successful as we thought it would be,” said David Paramo, a junior midfielder who head coach Frank Dyska said is one of his team’s players to watch. “We didn’t play as a team. This year we will be. “We built trust in each other. If it’s a hard game, that can win it or lose it.” That wasn’t the problem on the girls team. Inexprience was, as the team tried to regroup after losing its core from an undefeated regular season in 2017. “Expectations are so high, but we basically lost all our starters and so we star ted from scratch,” senior co-captain Anna Marchetta said. “By the end of the season I think we came together but we still had some missing pieces that we have to make sure we have fixed for this season.” One of those pieces is better chemistry, especially with nine starters back. ”I think last year was a year all about g rowing pains. and we really didn’t know each other,” co-captain Morghan Stiles said. “A lot of girls, it was their first time playing in a varsity game. Now that they have some experience, I really think it’s going to be

a lot better for us. “We’ re trying to add some mental toughness to our game as well. I think that’s going to be a key factor this year.” It’s one of the growing pains that head coach Errol Mannick is hoping will lead to a more successful campaign. “I think a lot of it is also that game toughness, that experience, because the majority of our starters last year we’ re sophomores,” Mannick said. “I think we started six or seven sophomores and one freshman last year. “Sometimes you don’t have that maturity, they are not quite tough enough for those harder games. I think they are g etting there. The outlook is very strong for us. But we also have a very competitive division.” Mannick sees a Division I race with Scranton Prep as the favorite and his Lady Comets, Valley View, Honesdale, Wallenpaupack and Delaware Valley all capable of challenging. It’s exactly the same scenario that boys head coach Frank Dyska sees playing out with six teams, including Scranton Pre p and H o n e s d a l e, c ap abl e o f being at the top of the standings. “The division title is a wide-open race this year,” Dyska said. “I think a lot of teams have a new look this season. I expect it to be wide open and I do expect us to be able to be competitive with teams. “We lost scoring, but we do return a lot of the midfield and defense. Our team is good at maintaining possession. A lot of those players are returning. They’re

Basketball: Keystone College men’s basketball program will hold a clinic and prospect camp on Sept. 2021. Additional information: Brad Cooper, brad.cooper@ keystone.edu or 570-9458235. Golf: The University of Scranton men’s basketball team will hold its 18th annual Golf Classic on Sept. 6 at Glen Oak Country Club. Registration will be at 9:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10:30. Cost is $150 per player. Additional information: Carl Danzig, 570-9417478 or carl.danzig@ scranton.edu; or Ryan Van Zelst, 570-941-7252 or ryan.vanzelst@scranton. edu. ■ The Waverly Community House will hold the Comm Classic Centennial Golf Tournament Sept. 16 at Glen Oak Country Club. Registration will be at 10:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at noon. Cost is $175 per golfer for the captain-and-crew format. Additional information: waverlycomm.org. Registration forms are also available in the Community House lobby and ofﬁce. ■ The Greater Scranton YMCA will host the Inaugural Harry McGrath Memorial Golf Tournament and Dinner Celebration Friday, Sept. 20, 1:30 p.m. at Glen Oak Country Club, 250 Oakford Road, Clarks Summit. Registration begins at 10 a.m. A dinner celebration will begin with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by Black Tie Stereo. For more info or to register, visit conta.cc/2OvkDTO or contact Betsy McGrath Ardizoni at 570-768-6118. ■ The University of Scranton baseball team will hold its annual golf tournament Oct. 6 at Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club in Mountain Top. Registration and lunch will be at 10:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at noon. Cost is $110 per golfer or $440 per foursome in the captainand-crew event. To register: bit.ly/329KuWV. Lacrosse: The University of Scranton women’s lacrosse team will host an ID clinic Oct. 6, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Weiss Field for girls in grades 9-12. Cost is $75. Additional information: Chrissy Trescavage, christina.trescavage@scranton.edu. Soccer: Wilkes University men’s soccer will host ID clinics Sept. 22 and Nov. 3, noon-3 p.m., at the Ralston Athletic Complex for players in grades 9-12. Cost is $60 for one clinic or $100 for both. Additional information: Michael Piranian, michael. piranian@wilkes.edu or 570408-4023. Softball: The University of Scranton softball team will host an ID prospect camp Sept. 29 at Magis Field at the Quinn Athletics Campus for players graduating high school in 2020-24. Cost is $100. Additional information: Mia Collarini Wascura, 570-941-4439 or mia.collarini@scranton.edu.

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Wallenpaupack’s Jamie Falgie defends Abington Heights’ Morghan Stiles in a 2018 game. great at finding passes, moving into space, and that’s kind of the MO of retur ning scoring. It’s great to have a scorer like that. Don’t get me wrong. I think in soccer you can find ways to create goals As a team. It’s not necessarily relying on one guy to bail you out game after

game. it’s not a bad thing. I think we will find a way to be a team that creates goals and see a lot of different scorers.” This year’s team returns six starters from a year ago, and defender Seth Blakiewicz sees the relationship between starters and newcomers as a key to

the team’s success. “We just need to build team chemistry,” Blakiewicz said. “We were traveling throughout the summer and travel building it. It’s even more relevant now.” contact the writer: mmyers@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9100, ext. 5437; @mmyersTT on Twitter

30 years ago: Michelle Norton and Lynn Crounse each hit two doubles for Abington in a 16-2 win over Taylor in the ﬁrst round of the Old Forge Girls ASA tournament. 20 years ago: Winning pitcher Jake Porter had four hits as Abington beat Old Forge, 11-8, in the District 17 Junior League baseball playoffs. 10 years ago: Connor Coldwater hit a 12-foot birdie putt to give Abington Heights the team title at the boys Jackman Memorial Tournament.

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