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A Cut Above Find out about NEPA’s long-lasting love affair with pizza.
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Meet some NEPA newlyweds and get wedding planning tips in the Autumn Bridal Guide.
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Fierce Women of Finance
Test Your Knowledge A new board game challenges your knowledge of local history.
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Find out how some professionals are taking the banking industry by storm.
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Shop Local Find some great gift ideas for every one on your list.
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Fall in Love
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November to Remember Things to do, where to go, every thing you need to know.
Touching Base Get to know the VP and General Manager of Frontier Communications PA Operations.
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Sacred Sentinel Discover a spiritual gem in NEPA.
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Who’s the Top? Get ready to shop the Top 10 Small Towns in NEPA for the holidays.
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MAILBAG Dear Happenings, I recently picked up a copy of your September issue– why so much about breast cancer? That should be your October issue. September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. You missed a large part of our population that most people forget about, "our kids." Cancer is the leading cause of death in children next to accidents, yet very few people or magazines, news agencies recognize the fact. Only 4 percent of government funding goes to pediatric cancer research and less then 1 percent of research funding from drug companies. Sad isn't it? Our kids are dying and why aren't we fighting harder to save them? –Rosalie Cullagh, via email
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Dear Happenings, Just a quick note of thanks for a great visit to the winery, and a nice article in the recent edition of Happenings Magazine (A Day with Kayak the River & Bartolai Winery, September 2015). It was nice to host you guys after a great day on the river. –Ray Bartolai, Bartolai Winery Dear Happenings, Thank you! I won the "Love Spans Generations" photo contest and we just got back from our weekend trip to Woodloch Resort. I used the prize to treat my grandparents to a 65th Wedding Anniversary Getaway. My grandparents thought their trip to Florida last year was going to be their last vacation together, and thanks to your contest they were able to enjoy another vacation together with their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Thank you and everyone who voted for us! We made lasting memories together and Woodloch was a top notch resort. I never knew there was such an incredible place hidden away near our hometown. I would tell anyone looking to get away without going away to check out Woodloch Resort. –Amy Ryczak and the entire Ryczak Family
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On the Cover: When it comes to ethnic specialties that honor its heritage, Northeast PA restaurants are a cut above the rest. Published Monthly. 350,000 copies annually. ©2015 HAPPENINGS MAGAZINE All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any process except with written permission.
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Dear Readers,
It’s here. The start of the holiday shopping season! One of the best parts of my job is exploring new territory and discovering new places– and of course sharing all that intel with you! Although I was born and raised in Northeast PA, I only found out about some pretty amazing spots here in our corner of the world through my work. So it seemed appropriate in this issue to gather some of our favorite locales, tie them with a pretty bow and present them as, “The Top 10 Small Towns to Shop!” Consider it our early holiday gift to you. Main Streets all across America are staging a comeback. Thankfully here in Northeast PA, many towns have retained the architecture and unique atmosphere of its business district. The storefronts may no longer house the town grocer, butcher or cobbler, but now are home to eclectic gift shops, funky specialty stores and local artisans. Their inventory is not cookie-cutter and that makes their gifts one-of-a-kind. November is the perfect time to explore (and shop) home-grown businesses. Small Business Saturday is November 28. American Express launched the initiative five years ago to encourage people to shop local. Just one year later the cause was supported by all branches of government and officially recognized by the U.S. Senate. Last
year shoppers spent an estimated $14.3 billion on Small Business Saturday alone! Many communities in Northeast PA plan special events and themes to encourage visitors to their hometown. The Tunkhannock Business Association stages an ingenious scavenger hunt called, “Wreaths Around Tunkhannock” which makes shopping a fun challenge for the whole family. Honesdale and Hawley turn on the charm for entire weekends that recreate the aura of an old-fashioned holiday outing. The result of all this merriment is– event shopping! It’s one part commerce and one part celebration which equals double the pleasure. And who doesn’t want holiday shopping to be enjoyable? Main. State. Broadway. Tioga. Whatever they’re called, the downtowns of Northeast PA are open for business! I hope you enjoy this issue and take time to explore what’s in store in your backyard. P.S. Drop me a note and tell me about your favorite NEPA hot spot.
Fondly,
Barb
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Sunday for Singles Hike, Pocono Environmental Ed Center, Dingmans Ferry. 1-3 p.m. 828-2319.
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Disney Live! Three Classic Fairy Tales, 1 p.m.-4 p.m., Mohegan Sun Arena, Wilkes-Barre Township, 970-7600.
TCMC's Turkey Trot 5K/10K, Happy 8 a.m.-8:30 a.m., TheValentine’s Commonwealth MedicalDay! College, Scranton, 504-7000.
Holiday Open House, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Apple Wagon Antique Mall, Tunkhannock, 836-8713.
Buy Local Holiday Marketplace, Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 344-1111.
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Historian James McPherson, Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton. 7 p.m. 344-1111.
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NE Philharmonic Dancing to Brooklyn, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., Sordoni Theatre at WVIA Studios, Pittston, 270-4444.
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Curious George, 10 a.m., F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, 826-1100.
Annual Christmas Bazaar, St. John’s Center, Mayfield. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Through Sun. 876-0730.
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Johnny Rivers, State Theatre, Easton. 7:30 p.m. 800-999-STATE.
Galleria at Scranton Prep, Scranton Prep H.S., Scranton. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Through Sun. 941-7743.
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Light Night Festivities, 7 p.m., Canton Borough. Through Dec. 24. 570-364-2600.
Home for the Holidays, Shoppes at Eagles Mere, Eagles Mere Village. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 525-3155.
Thanksgiving Eve ‘80s Party, Glass– wine. Bar. Kitchen. Ledges Hotel, Hawley. 8 p.m.midnight. 226-1337.
American Indian Heritage Month National Adoption Month National Pomegranate Month Sweet Potato Awareness Month
Holiday Open House, Everything Natural, Clarks Summit. Through Sunday 586-9684.
Artisans’ Marketplace, Waverly Community House, Waverly. Though Sun.
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NEPA & PIZZA PIE ...That’s Amore!
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izza is loved worldwide.
Not many places boast its own version of the popular food. Here in Northeast PA, the dish dates back to the arrival of many Italian immigrants who brought their traditions– and their recipes– from the old country. Northeast PA made its mark on the world of pizza with two towns boasting distinct versions they call their own. Pizza from Old Forge and Hazleton has been shipped across the country and around the globe.
Old Forge “Old Forge pizza started during the days when coal mining was popular. After the miners finished work, they gathered at the taverns and enjoyed homemade pizza with homemade dough and home-grown tomatoes and herbs,” says Lisa Sutter of Arcaro & Genell in Old Forge. Order by tray or cut, but please don’t order a slice or a pie in Old Forge! The crust is thick but light. An 11 x 17 inch tray is actually rec8
tangular in shape, but is known as a “square.” The most popular version is “red,” which features a traditional sauce-andcheese-topped shell. “White” pizza boasts cheese sandwiched between a top and bottom crust and topped with spices and aromatics. Although there are over a dozen pizza place in the 3.42 square-mile borough, they each offer a unique take on the signature dish. Sutter explains, “There isn’t much competition between all the pizza restaurants in Old Forge; we all share similarities, while each has our own unique taste. That’s what makes our customers come back to all of us. We share respect for each other.” Known as the “Pizza Capital of the World,” Old Forge’s many homemade pizza options are within walking distance of one another. Imitators in Vail, Colorado try to duplicate the unique Old Forge style 2,000 miles from its origins in Lackawanna County, but purists still say authentic Old Forge pizza can only be made in Old Forge, PA! Hazleton “Pitz” in Hazleton, although square, is an enterily different dish from Old Forge. Legend has it that the name was born when a pizza truck was painted with the word “pitza” spelled phonetically. The name stuck and so did the dish, which is served cold. Not to be confused with cold leftover pizza, this dish is crafted with sharp grated cheeses, like provolone instead of Mozzarella, and it is designed specifically to be eaten cold.
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What’s Your Pizza Place? Pizza Hot Spots California- round, medium-thick crust known for a wide range of distinctive toppings. Chicago- Deep dish, very thick and buttery crust stands up to lots of toppings. Eat with a knife and fork.
Colarusso's Coal Fired Pizza 1126 Commerce Blvd., Dickson City 570-489-2627 Most Popular: Sophia Loren Pizza Unique: Black & Blue Pizza Signature: Traditional Pizza
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Hazleton- Square, thick crust with sharp cheese, served cold. New Haven- Very thin, crisp crust in an oblong shape. Unique varieties include mashed potato pizza. New York- Round, thin crust that’s slightly crispy and chewy. Fold to eat. Old Forge- Thick, light crust with a crunchy exterior and soft interior. Rectangular slices.
Main St., Old Forge 70-457-5555 Most popular: Traditional White Most Unique: Shrimp & Hot Pepper Signature: All the pizza is our signature!
Kay's Italian Restaurant Rte. 435, Daleville 570-842-6226 Most popular: Large Three cheese Unique: Large stuffed crust/crunchy crunch hot wing Signature: Old World
Armetta's Pizzeria, Inc. 329 Northern Blvd, Chinchilla 570-586-5492 Signature: Palermo Pizza
Sicilian- Very thick and dense crust. Square shape.
Andy's Pizza 528 Main St., Peckville 570-489-9238 Popular: Plain Cheese Unique: Hot & Sweet Signature: Cheesy
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Featuring the area's only coal-fired oven. Stop in and try some of our featured menu items such as Italian styled spare ribs, coal oven mac & cheese or one of our famous salads along with a signature cocktail.1126 Commerce Blvd., Dickson City 570-489-2627. www.colarussoscoalfiredpizza.com
Visit Calabria, no passport needed. NEPA’S best authentic Italian DeliCafé-Gelateria. Specialty sandwiches, panini, hoagies, salads, soups, organic ingredients. Homemade cannoli. Bindi imported desserts & gelato. Imported espresso. Catering available. Plenty of parking. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 999 Providence Road, Scranton (across from Weston field). 570-347-6007
Arcaro & Genell- On Main Street, Old Forge since 1962. Carrying on the family tradition of homemade Italian specialty entrees, seafood, steak, chicken, veal & much more. Old Forge Red & White Pizza. Open Monday -Saturday, lunch at 11 a.m., dinner at 3 p.m.; takeout available. Private parties Sun. Catering services available on and off premise. www.arcarongenell.com 570-457-5555.
Armetta's Pizzeria, Inc.- Feel at home in a casual family atmosphere. Featuring homemade Italian dishes, freshly made pizza, sandwiches, crisp salad and children’s menu. Open Tuesday through Saturday 11-11. Catering for all occasions. Second floor available for private parties. 329 Northern Boulevard, Chinchilla. (570)586-5492.
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Andy’s Pizza- A Peckville mainstay, focuses on more than serving the "best pizza in the valley." Andy's thrives on supporting the local community and preserving the past for its customers. The walls are decorated with different photographs documenting local history. With every visit, you get a taste of local tradition. 528 Main St., Peckville. 570-489-9238.
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Carl Von Luger Steak & Seafood- A family tradition since 1887. Casual fine dining in downtown Scranton. USDA prime steaks & fresh seafood. Lunches from $6.50; dinners starting at $13.50. Entertainment. Friday Night Jazz Lounge 7-11 p.m. Sunday brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner dress code. Outdoor dining available. Open daily. 301 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. 570-955-5290 www.carlvonluger.com
Coney Island Lunch- A Scranton tradition since 1923. Taste the Texas Wieners and Texas Hamburgers that made us famous. Serving homemade soups, old-fashioned rice pudding and chili-con-carne. Enjoy our legendary chili sauce, created from a closely-guarded family recipe, eat in or take it out. Open Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon6:30 p.m. 515 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 570-961-9004. www.texas-wiener.com. Cooper’s Seafood House- see ad page 13
Carmen’s 2.0 Restaurant & World Tour Menu- A fresh ingredient kitchen featuring fresh steaks and seafood, house-made pastas, vegetarian options & a World Tour monthly menu featuring a different region of the world. Located in the grand Lackawanna Station terminal (now the Radisson Hotel). 570-558-3929. See ad on back cover. www.radissonfreshdining.com
Coccetti's A Restaurant & Bakery- Enjoy charming décor and unique breakfast/lunch creations including crab cake eggs benedict, grilled vegetable & romaine salad & funky chicken salad. Daily homemade baked goods including cake by the slice & all occasion sugar cookies. Tues.- Fri. 7a.m.-2 p.m., Sat. 7a.m.noon. Closed Sun. and Mon.1124 Main St., Peckville. 570-489-4000. HappeningsPA.com
Cuppa Cake Cafe- Experience Scranton's only cupcakery cafe located in Green Ridge Corners at 701 E. Market St. All of our menu items are made from scratch daily! Cupcakes, Paninis, sandwiches, salads, soups, baked goods, coffee, tea. Enjoy comfortable seating in our relaxing atmosphere. 570-871-4352.
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Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant- Overlooking beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack, Ehrhardt’s cozy atmosphere and delicious food will have you returning time and time again. We offer a variety of steaks, seafood, salads, burgers, sandwiches and more! Open 7 days a week 11:30 a.m. Pub open later. Route 507, Hawley. 570-226-2124. www.ehrhardts.com.
Failtes Steakhouse- Traditional Irish Pub with a full service dining room and spacious deck. Lunch and dinner served daily from 11 a.m. Sunday Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Daily happy hour. Weekend entertainment. Live music on the deck every Sunday. Great burgers, steaks, fresh seafood, salads, sandwiches and more! 1492 Route 739, Dingmans Ferry PA. 570828-6505 www.failtepa.com
The French Manor- Elegant dining room features a 40-foot vaulted ceiling and two massive fireplaces. Request a table on the terrace for wonderful views of the Pocono Mountains or a table by the fireplace for a romantic dining experience. Gourmet dinner menu features Classical and Nouvelle French Cuisine. Proper attire required. (Jackets for gentlemen). Please note: restaurant is not suitable for children under 12. Reservations: 570-676-3244. www.thefrenchmanor.com.
Kay’s Italian RestaurantUnique train-like structure where diners can step back in time to enjoy both the ambience of days gone by & the delicious aroma of homemade desserts, pizza, pastas, eggplant, ham & cheese pizza and Old World Pizza. Serving the area's largest eclair. Rte. 435, Daleville, PA. 570-842-6226.
Kelly’s Restaurant- See ad page 21
La Tonalteca- See ad page 27 Le Manhattan Bistro- See ad page 17
Lucca Restaurant CateringVoted best new Restaurant! Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week. Serving traditional Italian dishes as well as Seafood, Steaks, Chicken, Veal & homemade desserts. Banquet facility can accommodate up to 140. 802 S. Main St., Taylor. 570-562-6339
Manhattan Manor- A local family owned upscale restaurant, nestled in downtown Carbondale. Menu features unique, contemporary, chef-inspired dishes. Extensive wine and martini menu featuring house made cocktails. Outside seating and private room available. Catering available on or off premise. New weekly specials! Martini Night Wednesday & Live Music. Weekend reservations requested. 8 Salem Ave. 570-282-2044.
Fretta’s Italian Food Specialties- Established in 1906 in Little Italy, NYC, Fretta's is an authentic Salumeria specializing in the finest store made & imported Italian foods & gift products. Open Tuesday thru Saturday 8-6:30, Sunday 9-3. Major credit cards and checks accepted. Catering available. Take -out lunch & dinner specials. Outdoor seating available, weather permitting. 223 Broad Street. Milford. 570-296-7863
Glider Restaurant- See ad page 24
Joseph’s Family Restaurant & Catering- Phil Colosimo trans-
Mangia by James- Specializing in gourmet food... eat in or take out for lunch and dinner. Need dinner on the way home? Just call or place your order on-line via the web or by using our free app. Featuring authentic Italian entrees, seafood, pasta, sandwiches and more. Catering available. 507 S. State St., Clarks Summit. 570-586-7400
formed what was formerly known as "the Village" to a Tuscan-Italian themed eating experience complete with large catering room, private chef's table and pet-friendly waterfall patio. Chef Bill Genovese offers a variety of his signature dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.1546 Main St. Peckville.(570) 383-1931. November 2015
Old Milwaukee Cafe & BakeryFamily owned restaurant known locally for our homemade soups as well as our hot and mild wings. Salads and sandwiches are also popular. We specialize in a variety of homemade pastries and cakes. New specials every week. Open 88 Monday–Saturday and 8-7 on Sundays. 2613 Milwaukee Road, Clarks Summit. (570) 586-9855.
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Pietro's Restaurant- Proudly serving Italian American cuisine with French influence for 28 years. Enjoy the freshest high-end ingredients including Hereford and Angus Beef, formula-fed veal, fresh seafood, homemade pasta and award-winning sauces. Dinner Tuesday-Saturday from 5 p.m. Available seven days for private parties, funeral lunches, showers, christenings, etc. 819 Church St. (Route 247), Jessup. 570-383-2109. Savory Maza Lebanese Cuisine- Enjoy and indulge in a variety of fresh homemade vegetarian and meat meals plus daily specials such as Koussa, Hashweh, Ahi Tuna kabobs, kibbee nayeh and more. Dine in or take out. 570-969-2666. www.savorymaza.com
The Station House Irish Pub & Restaurant- Located at the top of the Pocono Mountains. Casual fun atmosphere, relaxed dress, food is family affordable, featuring Classic American Grill paired with comfort food! Pub is separate from dining area, drink specials, TVs and full on & off site catering available. 1171 Main Street Gouldsboro, PA 570-676-5580. www.Stationhousepa.com
al dining in the heart of Tunkhannock. Offering high quality dinners of steak or fine fish for under $30 with portions that never leave you hungry. Also serving full breakfast, lunch & Sunday brunch. Open: Wednesday-Thursday 6 a.m.- 9 p.m.; Friday 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. -1 p.m. 53 East Tioga Street, Tunkhannock. 570-836-3080.
Twigs- see ad page 17
Stirna’s - See ad page 17 Stone Bridge Inn & Restaurant- Quaint European village nestled on a hilltop, surrounded by rolling countryside – discover Northeast PA’s best-kept secret! Excellent cuisine in a casual atmosphere, multi-level tavern & patio with entertainment. Weddings, private parties, Reunions. Serving dinner Wed.Sun. I-81, Exit 206, Rt. 374 East two miles past Elk Mountain, Union Dale. 570-679-9500. www.stone-bridge-inn.com
Terra Preta Restaurant- Farm to table dining in downtown Scranton. Featuring an inspired seasonal menu. Fresh local food, homemade breads and desserts. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free options. Cold-pressed juices. Full service bar featuring craft cocktails. Lunch M-F 11a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner Sun.Thurs. 4-9:30 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 4-10:30 p.m. 222 Wyoming Ave., Scranton. Free Parking. 570-871-4190. www.loveterrapreta.com Seasons Restaurant- Fine, casu-
Tiffany’s- see ad page 23
Trax Platform Lounge- created from the DL&W rail terminal’s original loading platform! Relax and mingle in our cozy dining and lounge area accenting colorful subway glazed tile walls and magnificent arch columns. Fresh soups, sandwiches and entrees with nightly features. Kitchen open daily until midnight. Popular local hot spot in downtown Scranton! 570-3428300 www.radissonfreshdining.com
Wildflour Eatery & DessertsAll food & baked goods made to order on premises. Complete box lunches include cutlery. Weekend breakfast features & daily lunch specials such as Wildflour Salad featuring chicken, green apples, walnuts, mandarin sections, cranberries, feta cheese & balsamic dressing. Hours: 7a.m.-3p.m. daily. 480 Daleville Hwy., Covington Twp. 570-842-2345.
The Willowtree Inn- Located in historic downtown Stroudsburg. The view from our back dining room overlooks McMichael’s Creek and a grand willow tree. We serve lunch and dinner. We offer appetizers, soups, lighter fare, chicken, seafood, beef, pasta. Catering for luncheon & dinner banquets. Bar, live entertainment. Free parking. 601 Ann Street, Stroudsburg PA 570-4760211. www.willowtreeinn.net
Wood Grille Restaurant- see ad page19
Settlers Inn- see ad page 7 Sibio's Restaurant- Serving Northeast PA since 1974. Casual fine dining specializing in veal, seafood, steaks and pasta. All of our desserts are made in house. Lunch Monday to Friday 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Entrees starting at $7.95. Dinner Monday to Saturday 4:30-9:30 p.m. Entrees starting at $14.50. 1240 Quincy Ave Dunmore. 570-3463172 www.sibiosrestaurant.com
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Northeastern Pennsylvania is known for its ethnic flavor, most prevalent in the wonderful food that is as culturally significant as it is delicious. Regional restaurants and caterers have made it possible for all to share the favorite recipes that families have enjoyed in their homes for generations. Here is just a sampling of the ethnic delicacies that have made this area so proud of its heritage! –Teri Lyon
GLOBE TROTTING! TAKE YOUR TASTE BUDS Where: Coccetti’s, Peckville
Where: Carmen’s 2.0 Restaurant and World Tour Menu, located at the Historic Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton
Who: Tara and Tammie Coccetti, Owners Ethnic Dish: Pierogi, Kielbasa, Cheese and Onion Omelet Special Flavor: Our area is abundant with ethnic homemade pierogi and kielbasa. Although our restaurant is not strictly ethnic, we like to offer choices and specials that are popular to different ethnicities.
Who: Chris Chludzinski, Executive Chef Ethnic Dish: Pappardelle Bolognese Ingredients: In-house made pappardelle pasta, using durum flour, roasted tomatoes, veal, pork and beef. Inspiration: Two of my favorite things are making pasta and sauce. I make several kinds of tomato and meat sauces and this is my favorite. After playing with different versions, I finally came to this recipe. Special Flavor: Pappardelle Bolognese was our most popular dish from La Festa. It received rave reviews. People have been coming in asking about it ever since. 14
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Where: Harvest Catering & Events, Dunmore Who: Sarah Bodner, Owner Ethnic Dish: German Baked Pumpkin Soup Ingredients: This pumpkin soup uses the actual pumpkin as a cooking vessel. Chicken or Vegetable Stock, Cream, Croutons, and Cheese are baked directly into a pumpkin to create a thick, creamy stew with the pumpkin flesh. Inspiration: Our family hosts an apple and pumpkin picking weekend in the fall, and pumpkin soup has always been a part of our heritage. After reading a book by Ruth Reichl, who bakes the soup in the whole pumpkin, we knew we had to make it an annual tradition. Special Flavor: This dish is particularly special because it is a communal dish. Everyone gathers and scoops creamy, cheesy soup out of the pumpkin to enjoy together.
Where: POSH at The Scranton Club, Scranton Who: Paul Blackledge and Joshua Mast, Owners. Jourdan Azevedo, Chef De Cuisine. Damien Miseo, Sous Chef. Ethnic Dish: Short Rib Ragu over Butternut Squash Ravioli with a Sage Cream Sauce Ingredients: Slow cooked Short Rib in a delicious and rich fall vegetable ragu over butternut squash ravioli. The sage used in the cream sauce perfectly complements the sweetness in the butternut squash. Inspiration: Fall is always a great time to enjoy slow cooked meals that warm the soul. We wanted to provide a dish that was warm and savory with a hint of sweetness from the butternut squash. The flavors all complement each other and the dish is extremely satisfying on a chilly fall evening. Special Flavor: Our slow cooked short rib is fork tender, perfectly seasoned and combined with delicious fall vegetables in a rich demi-glace called a “ragu�. The ravioli have a hint of sweetness that is perfectly complemented by the sage cream. The dish is warm and satisfying and is already one of our most popular additions to our Fall 2015 menu. continued on page 16 November 2015
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Where: Glass - wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Hotel, Hawley
Where: The Settlers Inn, Hawley Who: Ben Sutter, Executive Chef, Settlers Hospitality Group Ethnic Dish: Pan Seared Red Snapper with Pimento de Espellette Vinaigrette and Poblano Rice Ingredients, Inspiration and Special Flavor: This dish was inspired by the very special powder of the Espellette chili found in Spain. It is not overly hot but has a nice and unique smoky sweet flavor. We make a vinaigrette with the powder, honey, extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice. The poblano rice adds just the right amount of heat and the vinaigrette is the perfect balance for the flavorful snapper.
Who: Travis Lugo, Executive Chef Ethnic Dish: Brasato (Braised Beef ) and Parisian Gnocchi with Red Eye Gravy. Ingredients, Inspiration and Special Flavor: At Glass we get inspired by different regions and add our own interpretation. We love this dish because of its obvious roots in Italian cookery but also because it's so comforting! The gnocchi are actually a French style but they are light and flavorful that it makes the deviation understandable. The beef is fall-off-thebone tender and accented with the red eye gravy.
Where: The Radisson Cater-Out, Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton Who: Chris Chludzinski, Executive Chef Ethnic Dish: Smoked Beef Brisket Ingredients: Smoked for 12 hours with house made barbecue sauce and a black pepper rub. We have recently invested in a smoker and have been mastering smoking meats. This brisket, which can also been found on own new breakfast menu, is a part of our cater-out selection.
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“Best French Restaurant in Pennsylvania!” —Trip Advisor
Weekly Dinner Specials Restaurant Hours: Tuesday-Saturday Open 4:00 p.m. A Scranton Tradition Since 1908
arm Wishes for a W Wonderful Thanksgiving...
120 W. Market Street • Scranton, PA 18508 • (570) 343-5742 www.stirnas.com • stirnas@aol.com
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from Our Family to Yours! Closed Thanksgiving Day
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Where: Terra Preta Restaurant, Scranton Who: Chef Donna Vannan Ethnic Dish: Pavlova Ingredients: Pavlova is a meringue-based dessert named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova. It is a meringue cake with a crisp crust and soft, light inside, topped with fresh fruit and whipped cream. This dessert is popular in Australia around the holidays and summertime. Terra Preta Chef Donna Vannan was born and raised in Tasmania, Australia. The key ingredients are free range egg whites, sugar and berries. The recipe belongs to the chef’s mother. Inspiration: Chef's mother, family and tra-
dition are the inspiration. In Tasmania, Australia, Pavlova was always a celebratory dessert. It was made around Christmas in Australia, which is in the middle of summer. It was a celebration of both the holidays and summertime. Special Flavor: Chef’s mother spent an hour using a hand beater to make this dessert. It took a lot of time and care. We picked the fresh berries right from our farm. It is sweet and filled with great memories of family, holidays and summertime. It is light and delicious. A great complement and perfect way to end a meal with loved ones. Pavlova is served at Terra Preta for spring and summer and of course at Christmastime!
Where: Trax Platform Lounge, Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton Who: Chris Chludzinski, Executive Chef Ethnic Dish: Cubano Panini Ingredients: Smoked pulled pork, Jarlsberg cheese, and ciabatta bread. A classic Cubano has roasted pork on it, however we did our own twist and smoked the pork. Inspiration: My inspiration comes from my wife, who is part Cuban.
Where: 13 Olives, Clarks Summit (next to the PA Wine and Spirits Store) Who: Eugene Litz, Chef/Owner Ethnic Dish: Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Wild Mushrooms Ingredients: Hand-made Sweet Potato Gnocchi Pasta, Beech Mushrooms, Fresh Pineapple Sage,"13 Olives" Wild Mushroom and Sage Olive Oil Inspiration: This dish is inspired by local seasonal produce, simplicity, health consciousness and bold flavors. Special Flavor: This dish is special because it was inspired by my Aunt Dorothy. 18
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Where: Coopers Seafood House, Scranton Who: Jack Cooper, Co-Owner Ethnic Dish: German Jagerschnitzel Inspiration: On a family trip to Munich, Germany we fell in love with this dish and feature it every September and October at our restaurants. Special Flavor: This hearty dish paired with homemade Spatzle and Red cabbage with apples is comfort food beyond compare.
1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 pounds pork loin, cut into 6-ounce portions 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 teaspoon paprika 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 2 teaspoons mustard 1 cup crushed unsalted crackers 1 cup panko bread crumbs 1/2 pound bacon, diced 1/2 diced yellow onion, approximately 1/2 cup 2 cups sliced button mushrooms 1/4 cup red wine Olive oil, for frying 2 cups beef stock 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Pound pork slices between sheets of plastic wrap
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to 1/4-inch thickness. In a shallow medium bowl, mix together 3/4 cup flour with salt, pepper, garlic and paprika. In another shallow medium bowl, combine egg, milk and mustard. In another medium shallow bowl, combine cracker and panko crumbs. Dredge pork slices first in flour, then in egg wash, and finally in crumbs. Let set on a baking sheet fitted with a cooling rack for 5 minutes. In a medium saute pan over medium heat cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from pan to drain on paper towels. In same pan with bacon fat, add onions and saute for 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and continue sauteing for 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup flour. Cook flour to make roux until light brown, about 2 minutes. Add wine and cook for 3 minutes, reducing by 1/3, then add stock. Continue cooking to reduce by 1/3 again. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm. Heat 1/4-inch oil in thick saute pan or cast iron skillet to 350 degrees F. Cook pork evenly on both sides, about 5 minutes for the first side, 3 to 4 minutes for the second. Remove to platter when done. Add butter to sauce, stirring until it has melted. To serve, cover pork with sauce. Sprinkle with chopped bacon and fresh parsley to garnish. H November 2015
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Joe Adcroft Sr first encountered the Krispy Kreme franchise while working as a yeast salesman in the 1940s. The original Wyoming Avenue location in Scranton was literally a window where people could grab a bite. In 1957 the Adcroft family started their own Krispy Kreme franchise; and moved the store across town. 22
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was elegant and movie star beautiful and worked on a line packing doughnuts and loved the people with whom she worked,” explains Dooley Adcroft franchise coowner. He credits his father’s upbringing during the Great Depression for both his dedication to provide for his family and the satisfaction he derived from employing people. Adcroft attributes the continued success to the comcontinued on page 24 November 2015
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bined strengths and talents of all the Adcroft siblings who co-own the franchise. “When you're in a family business you all do whatever needs to be done.” That means everything from maintaining the highest level of product excellence, hiring quality employees, excellent doughnut crafting and selling and topnotch brand ambassadorship. No one skill is paramount to the others. Krispy Kreme factory stores in Scranton and Clark Summit produce 75,000 doughnuts daily. Local community organization's and charities raised more than $1 million last year using Krispy Kreme's fundraising program. A family business, a delicious NEPA tradition, the Adcroft family’s success stems from working together. –Kieran O’Brien Kern
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1 Tbs. baking powder ½ tsp. salt 1-3/4 c. milk 3 eggs, slightly beaten ¾ c. canned pumpkin ¼ c. vegetable oil
Maple Walnut Topping: 1/2 c.chopped walnuts 1 T. sugar cinnamon mix 1 T. butter 3/4 - 1 c. Pure Maple Syrup Melt butter in small pan over med. low heat. Stir in walnuts, when walnuts start to brown sprinkle and stir in the sugar cinnamon mix. Brown for approx. one more minute, taking care not to burn. Turn off heat and stir in maple syrup. Top pancakes and serve.
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Colonnade and POSH @ Scranton Club, Scranton 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sit down dinner with pre-selected 5 meal option. $39.99 per person. 570-342-6114 (Colonnade) 570-955-5890 Fern Hall Inn, Clifford 12:30 to 6 p.m. Traditional dinner buffet with stations. Reservations reccomended . 570-222-3676 The French Manor, South Sterling Seatings from 1 to 6 p.m. Sit down fine dinner with full menu of appetizers, salads, soups, entrees and desserts, including a traditional roasted turkey dinner. Live music. Reservation required. 570-676-3244 Ehrhardt's Waterfront Banquet Center, Hawley Noon to 4 p.m. Buffet with traditional fare on Thanksgiving Day. Night before Thanksgiving: Restaurant open for special dinner meal. Reservations required. 570-226-7355 Mill Market, Hawley 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Traditional Thanksgiving meal to go. Take out orders accepted through November 24. 570-390-4440 Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton Thanksgiving Day Brunch with live action stations, carving station, assorted salads, seafood display and chocolate fountain. 570-558-3929. The Settlers Inn, Hawley noon-6 p.m. Traditional farm-to-table feast. 570-226-2993. November 2015
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A Thanksgiving Tradition Continues
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housands of They asked their friends to 10 years. “This program Scranton area residonate $25 to cover the helps so many people and dents who don’t cost of a Thanksgiving dinprovides them with a haphave the resources for a ner and to ask their friends pier Thanksgiving,” says Thanksgiving meal this to donate as well, creating Ryan Robeson. year will sit down to a family to family chain. “Our goal is to raise turkey, stuffing, and other With help from Friends of enough money to help traditional everyone who fare, thanks needs it,” says to local famLinda ilies and Robeson. “100 organizapercent of the tions. The donations go Family to right to the Family meals that we Thanksgiving give out.” Dinner The program Program, has served now in its more than 29th year, 340,000 peoprovides ple since it Thanksgiving Ryan Robeson, Linda Robeson, Caroline Munley and Chris Munley began. Last food baskets year, it served 15,000 peoto local families in need. the Poor, they distributed ple, more than half of The food is purchased with 640 food baskets that year whom were children. “If donations from the comto families in need, and a you’ve never stood outside munity, and baskets are dis- tradition was born. the Scranton Cultural tributed the day before Nearly three decades later Center on the day before Thanksgiving at the the Burne family has Thanksgiving to see the Scranton Cultural Center. retired, but the tradition vast number of people who Jim and Mary Lou Burne of continues with the come to get a Thanksgiving Scranton, PA started the Robeson family of Scranton basket, you really don’t program in 1986 after seeat the helm. Linda Robeson understand the depth and ing the poverty that kept and her son Ryan have volbreadth of value of this many families from enjoyunteered with the Family to program,” says Attorney ing a Thanksgiving meal. Family program for the last Chris Munley of Munley
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How to Donate Law. Headquartered in Scranton, PA, Munley Law is a long-time sponsor of the Family to Family program and instrumental in getting the word out about the program. In addition to food baskets, coats are available for those in need at no charge. “On the way out people can stop in the entryway of the Cultural Center where coats are sized and sorted by boys, girls, ladies and men,” says Kathy Terrery of Moosic, whose family is organizing the annual coat drive with help from the Bannon family of Clarks Summit. Local schools and organizations collect coats in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving to donate. Munley says, “This whole program is distinctly Northeastern Pennsylvania. There are no qualifications. No questions asked. It is humanity at its best.” H –Susan Stopper
Monetary donations for the Family to Family Thanksgiving Dinner Program may be sent to: Family to Family c/o People’s Security Bank 526 Cedar Avenue Scranton, PA 18505 Or donate online at: familytofamilythanksgiving.org /donate.html Coats may be dropped off Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at: Friends of the Poor Jackson Terrace 148 Meridian Avenue Scranton, PA 18504 (570) 348-4429
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Marking the Trail of History
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his marker along Route 6 in White Mills, Wayne County pays tribute to a local industry which became synonymous with style and elegance. From 1865-1921 the Dorflinger Glass Works created exquisite pieces of unparalleled craftsmanship for everyone from President Lincoln to the Prince of Wales.
Christian Dorflinger left his native Alsace Lorraine, France armed only with superior glass-making skills and a passion for the American dream. Through impeccable work and entrepreneurial savvy he established a thriving glass manufacturing business based in Brooklyn, New York. However declining health forced him to seek out a more benign lifestyle, and in 1862 he relocated to the sedate village of White Mills. Here he would build the most important glass manufacturing company this country has ever seen. Out of an impressive stone factory he churned out thousands of pieces of cut, engraved, etched, gilded, enameled and color on crystal glass. The Dorflinger name became famous the world over for its exquisite creations of lead crystal. Dorflinger glass even graced the tables of American Presidents from Lincoln to Wilson. As the glass works reached its peak in 1890 orders poured in from 30
throughout the world. When the Vanderbilts celebrated a wedding they commissioned Dorflinger to supply all of the crystal. Edward Prince of Wales, called on the company to create his fluted tableware. Even the President of Cuba ordered 2,300 pieces of engraved glass from the bustling Dorflinger Glass Works.
Today the legacy of Dorflinger Glass lives on thanks to the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary. In 1979 Dorothy and Frederick Dorflinger Suydam, Christian’s grandson, donated their grandfather’s 600 acre estate for the purposes of conservation and preservation. Christian Dorflinger’s original manor home now houses the Dorflinger Glass Museum. A stunning exhibit of over 600 pieces, the largest existing public display of Dorflinger glass, offers a compelling insight into a bygone era. Displayed among period antiques and artifacts from the glass factories themselves, this definitive collection ranges from household items to charming miniatures and breathtaking presentation pieces. The museum is located on Long Ridge Road, just off Rte. 6 in White Mills.
In 1915 Christian Dorflinger passed away and so began For more inforthe steady decline mation phone of the Dorflinger (570) Glass industry. The 253-1185. United States Although the involvement in opulent era of World War I and the onslaught of An example of Dorflinger Glass Doflinger Glass has long since exhibited at the Everhart Prohibition diminMuseum in Scranton. passed the glass ished the demand itself remains a beautiful for wine and table services, reminder of a more elegant the staple of the Glassworks time. H business. So, in 1921 the massive furnaces of the Dorflinger Glass Works were silenced forever. HappeningsPA.com
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Justine Marie Wachs & James John Cantafio Photo by James Nicolais
Bridal Guide AUTUMN 2015
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ustine Marie Wachs and James John Cantafio met while attending summer classes at Bloomsburg University.
On September 6, 2014, they married in front of 140 guests at Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort. The wedding had a rustic theme, with burlap and lace, neutral colors and baby’s breath. Guests arrived on Friday for a weekend of celebrating. They were greeted with food and drinks and enjoyed a dip in the pool. The rehearsal dinner was held on the lawn and a lit fire pit along the water’s edge provided an ideal way to end the first night. The couple decided to have a ‘‘first look” together before the ceremony and meeting their attendants for photos. As guests arrived at the ceremony they were greeted with the couple’s portrait and engagements photos.
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The guests received their seating cards, which were made from distressed wood with a lace frame inside a bronze birdcage. The reception featured a buffet with salad, pasta, sides and carving carving. Mini cheesesteaks, coconut shrimp with mango chutney and lager fondue were served during the cocktail hour. S’mores’ ingredients, wrapped in burlap with a tag that read, “James and Justine S’more in Love than Ever,’ were the couples’ wedding favors. The couple celebrated their honeymoon with a cruise to Bermuda. H -Mandy Stickles
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Honeymoon Registry a Growing Trend Among Newlyweds
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ore and more brides and grooms are discovering a delightful new twist on an old wedding tradition. Bridal registries have long been the way for engaged couples to identify exactly what they need— and want—to start their lives together. Traditionally, young couples who were establishing a home together created a registry chock-full of household items. Nowadays, however, many couples prefer a new registry trend that can help turn the honeymoon they envision into a wellplanned reality.
The increasingly popular honeymoon registry lets friends and family help the bride and groom afford a trip to Fiji, the Caribbean or anywhere in the world they dream of going. Instead of purchasing an impersonal set of flatware or risking a duplicate gift, wedding guests can now contribute to unique experiences that can help make a couple’s honeymoon all the more 34
memorable, such as sponsoring a couple’s massage, a sunset cruise, a snorkeling excursion or a helicopter tour.
As one bride, Lisa Dexter Johnson, put it: “Our honeymoon in Hawaii was a once-in-a-lifetime trip that we will always cherish. Our friends and family loved the idea of being able to help us create memories that will remind us of them.” 1-800-Registry is a honeymoon registry service that also offers full-service, complimentary travel planning. It’s a free online registry that makes it simple to select unforgettable hon- eymoon gifts. The company will even contribute $200 to get the honeymoon fund started. In addition, couples can make the most of their honeymoon trip with some proper planning: You can help a couple you care for to afford the honeymoon of their dreams.
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Start early. The sooner you decide where you’re going and where you’re staying, the more likely you are to get what you want at a good price. It will also give you time to arrange for passports and visas—this may take time, especially if a name change is involved. Go later. Many couples take the time right after their wedding to settle in and unwind and plan to take their honeymoon trip when they have more time or more money or when the destination is less expensive or less crowded. Get to know the destination. Check out the weather, the amenities and the costs. You can consult with a 1-800-Registry Honeymoon Specialist for all the destination details. You can create a honeymoon registry, view a registry or learn more at www.1800registry.com or by calling (800) 256-4920.
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atelynn and Jonathan Knepper married on Oct. 31, 2014. The couple celebrated their ceremony, reception and honeymoon at Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort in Hawley, PA. They were instantly sold on the venue’s view of Lake Wallenpaupack. John and Kate had known each other for 11 years but did not get together until five years ago. John and Kate both love horror movies, Halloween and autumn, so they chose Halloween for their wedding day! Kate’s dress was pale grey designed by Vera Wang. Each table had a hand-carved pumpkin centerpiece and smaller pumpkins were displayed throughout the room.The reception included a candy table, with a centerpiece made from three stacked pumpkins with a hand painted tree design. The wedding cake, designed as a birch continued on page 38
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tree, incorporated their carved initials and falling leaves. As fans of punk rock music they chose their favorite song and band, Bad Religion’s “Sorrow” for Kate’s ceremony entrance song. It was performed by the Vitamin String Quartet. They chose “Faithless” by Social Distraction as their exit song, which they say explains the beginning of their relationship perfectly. As a way to remember John’s grandfather, Angelo Bokeo, the song “Dance Her by Me One More Time” by Angie and the Citations was selected for the mother/son dance. Kate’s mother served as her “wedding planner” and
she is so grateful to her for putting together the wedding of her dreams. H –Mandy Stickles
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Where RUSTIC Meets With Elegance
Barn Appétit
Barn Appétit is situated on 300 acres of farmland near the Susquehanna River. The original interior structure features a wooden shake roof, large support beams, hard wood floors, and special soft lighting provided by unique mason jar chandeliers. This spacious floor plan includes a loft overlooking the main floor, interior restrooms, and a staging area for caterers. These features and more make Barn Appétit the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony and reception with up to 250 guests. Call 570-850-4234 today to reserve Barn Appétit for your wedding ceremony, reception or other special occasion.
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Wedding Invitations Set The Tone
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or brides to be, the time to make a first impression isn’t when you walk down the aisle. It’s months earlier, when you send out the save-thedate cards or the invitations. Fortunately, there are ways to make those formal announcements leave a last-
ing impression—combining the latest styles and your personal taste to be worthy of the event to follow. Wedding stationery can be just as stylish as the event it celebrates. The idea is for colorful coordination from invitations to table setting to cake. According to the wedding stationery experts, Wedding Paper Divas, jewel tones are sleek and sophisticated, ranging from rich
purple to electric blue. Gray is the new black and works well with jewel tones for a fresh, modern look. Look for rich textures and let invitations make a strong statement about the type of wedding you will be sharing with your family and friends. From save-the-date cards and wedding invitations to matching table cards, programs and menus, a fun and fashionable wedding suite can help modern couples make a bold impression. H
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aclyn Foglietta and Jeff Flynn were married on October 24, 2014. The ceremony was held at St. Anthony’s Church in Oceanside, NY followed by the reception, held at the Hamlet Golf and Country Club in Comack, NY. Mutual friends introduced the couple, who were both living in Manhattan at the time. After a little over a year of dating, Jeff, a native of Clarks Summit, knew he wanted to marry Jaclyn. In 2013 they took a trip to Tuscany, where Jeff planned to ask for Jaclyn’s hand in marriage. As they toured Rome, Jeff led Jaclyn down to the Trevi Fountain where he got down on one knee and proposed. Jeff’s biggest passion is golf, so deciding to have their reception at a golf and country club was a no brainer. Ivory and blush were the main colors. Food was a big importance for both Jaclyn and Jeff for the reception. During cocktail hour there were endless amounts of food being offered, followed by a generous size entrée. After the reception there were snack stands set up containing Jaclyn and Jeff’s favorite snacks– a popcorn bar for Jeff and a cookie spread for Jaclyn. continued on page 44
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The couple then spent their honeymoon in Maui, HI. They currently reside in Vancouver, WA where Jaclyn teaches first grade and Jeff is in Investment Management at Fisher Investments. H –Mandy Stickles
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ustin Lyle moved to Northeastern Pennsylvania after taking a job coaching for the North American Hockey League. One night, he ventured to the Backyard Ale House in downtown Scranton to check out the local nightlife. He met Hilary Kane. A year and a half later, Justin proposed to Hilary at their favorite restaurant, Formosa, on his birthday. On May 24, 2014, the couple married on the grounds of Sugar Mountain Farm in Dalton, PA, home of the bride’s mother and father. Hilary donned a gown featuring a long train and veil. Bridesmaids wore mint knee-length dresses and carried bouquets of coral, yellow and white flowers. Justin and his groomsmen wore khaki colored suits and funky argyle socks. continued on page 48 46
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Dylan and Murphy, the couples’ sons, were ring bearers and Justin’s daughter was a flower girl. 220 guests gathered to be a part of the couples’ special day. The sun shone brightly during the service. Evening cocktails, dinner and dancing followed. Guests enjoyed a buffet-style dinner catered by The Epicurean Delight and danced to live music by The Wannabees. The couples’ unique wedding cake was a tribute to the bride’s family and her last day as a Kane. The couple currently resides in Clarks Summit, PA. The groom is the General Manager for the Revolution Ice Centre and Head Coach for the North American Hockey League’s Wilkes-Barre
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his season’s brides are checking items on their wed-ding “to do” lists. One joyous item on that list is the bridal shower. While showers range in time, location and theme, they all have one common element—the blushing bride. Today’s bridal showers also sometimes include the groom. Who plans it? Typically, the maid or matron of honor hosts the event, but she might ask the help of other bridesmaids or friends of the bride. Traditionally, the bridal shower is a party for the bride and her closest female friends and relatives. How do you pick a location? In some areas of the country, it is acceptable to
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host a bridal shower at a restaurant. However, a more intimate group may be served at a home with ele- gance and ease. Although a hostess may have to put in some extra work preparing the house for guests, expenses can be cut in half and the memories multiplied. Be creative! You can do anything from a glamorous high tea to a backyard barbecue. How long should the shower be? When planning, take into account your guests’ schedules. A shower doesn’t have to be a day- long event. Consider a bridal brunch. Brunches can be served at an elegant dining table or as a casual buffet in the backyard. Choosing a theme. HappeningsPA.com
Consider the bride’s tastes in planning a theme shower. Is she a perfect country bride? Then she might enjoy home-baked biscuits and gravy and hand-made crafts to decorate her new home. Is she a young bride? If so, a “stock the shelves” shower might be appropriate. Ask guests to bring baking basics: flour, sugar, baking powder and easyto- use kitchen tools. The bride will be thrilled to fill her cabinets before she moves in! A menu of homemade breads and muffins might serve the baking theme well. For a unique twist, host a Pam-pered Chef bridal shower, which allows the bride a chance to try highquality kitchen tools and allows guests to see what products the bride is excited about. She’ll even have a keepsake apron signed by all the guests to remem-ber the event. For more , visit www. pamperedchef. com or call (800) 266-5562. H November 2015
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Meet Our Stroudsmoor Country Inn Winter Wedding Giveaway Contest Winners! Congratulations Amy Ryczak and Justin Rogers.
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evening, Justin became so nervous about proposing that he decided to wake Amy up on Valentine’s night. He then began telling her how much he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. Justin then decided to propose right then and there. The couple could not be more excited and grateful to begin this next chapter. Amy and Justin will marry this winter at Stroudsmoor Country Inn in Stroudsburg. Watch for more details in upcoming issues of Happenings Magazine. H
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Register for gifts and special wedding items (toasting flutes, cake knife set, etc.) Purchase and order dress, if you haven’t already
Compile your guest list and organize addresses (this takes time!)
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Choose and order bridal party attire and gifts for wedding party Choose favors if supplying (especially if personalized)
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Start researching special songs for first dance and parent dances Get permit for special photos in a park, if needed
Send save-thedate cards
THREE MONTHS AHEAD . . . Menu selection with menu specialist at meeting
Launch a wedding website
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Research and book anything date specific that you can! SIX TO NINE MONTHS AHEAD. . . Order stationery, including invitations and thank you HappeningsPA.com
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Mail wedding invitations and prepare system to organize the RSVPs ONE MONTH AHEAD . . . Work with Event Manager for seating and floorplan arrangements Have programs printed, if applicable Obtain marriage license and request certified copies Prepare documents for name change and change of address Purchase some form of guest book Touch base with all vendors to confirm details (song list, photo list, timeline) TWO WEEKS AHEAD . . . Have final dress fitting with shoes, accessories and lingerie
ONE WEEK AHEAD . . . Assign specific responsibilities: handing out corsages, collecting gifts at conclusion of night, etc. Pick up dress or have it delivered Confirm honeymoon arrangements and give itinerary to friend or family in case of emergency and start packing! Put together a bridal emergency kit Get a facial, massage and waxing, if necessary.
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legality, the Institute developed an interactive guide, titled The Commitment Conversation. A recent survey by the Institute found that 70 percent of Americans don’t understand the marriage laws in their state. The guide encourages couples to define and protect their union. An electronic copy of the guide is available free at www.equalityin marriage.org and can also be purchased on the site in a hard copy workbook format. H
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WOMEN in FINANCE
According to Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary, women make better CEOs than men. Of the 27 companies in his portfolio, 55 percent have female CEOs. He claims that he doesn’t have a single company run by a man that performs better than those run by women. “I’ve invested in 20 different entrepreneurial companies and I’ve made more money with the female executives, it’s that simple,” O’Leary claims. Forbes reasons that women are better CEOs than men, most likely because they are “CEOs in the home everyday.” Not only do they work at home and in the office, they are believed to be strong multitaskers, determined to do better, are strong listeners and are fearless when it comes to hard labor. But statistics show that only 4 percent of financial firms have women CEOs. Despite having all of the traits and means to be successful, there are still constraints on reaching those positions in the financial field. Many women argue that it is harder for females to reach senior leadership roles in financial services than it is for males.”
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Susan Unvarsky Chief Operating Officer, Total Retirement Solutions, Prudential Why is it harder for women to reach senior leadership roles in financial services? I've been with Prudential for over 25 years and I have to honestly say - my experience has been that it's not harder in my company. For women, as for men, the attributes that help those to more easily reach senior leadership roles are self-awareness, strong communication skills and the ability to strike the right balance between business decisions and people decisions. How do you view companies that lack women in senior leadership roles? The cold, harsh reality is that these companies will not last very long. The lack of diversity in having a female voice at the table (or any other minority voice for that matter) will surely lead to failure in most organizations. Different voices, experiences and perspectives is critically important in most attributes of running a business, from anticipating customer's future needs to just simply 'doing the right thing' in many regards. What positive changes have you witnessed with women in leadership roles in finance? More companies are 'getting it.' There are more senior women in executive positions than ever before. And the same changes in behavior and policies that
Susan E. Unvarsky, Chief Operating Officer, Total Retirement Solutions, is responsible for overall operations for defined contribution, defined benefit and financial controls in support of Prudential Retirement’s full service clients, as well as the Participant Service Center. Her teams span across the four major Retirement sites, and include 700+ talented professionals.
have helped many of these women, are now helping men as well. Whether it's maternity/paternity leaves, flexible work schedules, work from home arrangements or listening to a totally different perspective about an important topic - both women and men are more engaged, and more effective as a result. Advice for young women aspiring to be leaders in the financial industry: Ask for honest feedback about your strengths and opportunities for development. Don't expect it to be sugar coated. Recognize that feedback as the gift that it is. Be willing to give the same type of objective feedback to others to help them improve their game. Learn how to motivate and inspire those around you. Push yourself outside of your comfort zone on a daily basis. And most importantly, be true to yourself - don't try to be someone else.
With Prudential for over 25 years, Sue has held a variety of executive positions including oversight of relationship management, operations and financial control teams supporting its defined benefit, defined contribution and individual annuity businesses. She led operations within Institutional Income, where she was responsible for the development and implementation of the service model, operations and technology connectivity to support IncomeFlex and other retirement income products for third-party partnerships. She is currently responsible for oversight of Prudential Retirement’s contact center, financial operations, claim and transaction operations and plan compliance services teams. These teams support over 5,000 Retirement clients, and more than 3 million participants within those client plans. Sue has a B.S. degree in Business Administration from Kings College, and an M.S. degree in Banking and Financial Services Management from Boston University. She holds FINRA Series 7, 63 and 24 licenses, in addition to a life insurance license. Sue oversees Scranton's community and university relations initiatives for the site, and is the past Executive Sponsor for the Women’s Leadership Forum. She also serves on numerous local Boards and Advisory Councils.
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Diane Wylam, Esq. Senior Vice President & Senior Trust Officer, Wayne Bank Family: Single. Enjoys spending time with family especially nieces and nephews.
Accolades/Designations: Graduating from law school and becoming a member of the PA Supreme Court and bar association, Obtaining Senior Vice President status in the banking industry and being an “Aunt” to all my nieces and nephews.
Goals for Current Position: To increase the presence of our organization in Lackawanna County and the surrounding areas. To have a positive impact on the financial success of individuals. Industry Outlook: The Wealth Management and Trust industry is becoming very challenging with all the new regulations and compliance and is also extremely competitive, however there is still a great need for the services especially amidst the aging population. Challenges Facing Industry: The increased expense of compliance with the new regulations, increased competition and competition from the internet. What Surprised Me: I’m always amazed and pleased with the care and compassion demonstrated by so much of our youth that is so often overlooked. Motivation: Wanting to make a contribution that will have an impact on future genera-
tions. I love working and volunteering with children and the elderly. I take great pride in being able to work with clients to ensure their financial futures. Why Women Excel in Finance: Because they take the time to gain an understanding of the goals, needs and objectives together with a combination of care and compassion. Advice: Always have a positive attitude; and hire the best people you can. Most proud of: Being able to enjoy a great career while remaining close to my family. I love NEPA.
Outside the Industry, a Dream Job: I love to cook and would love to be a Food Network Star. Unusual Hobbies: I am addicted to Pinterest and someday would like to have a blog. People Don’t Know: That despite enjoying being in the limelight professionally, I am very private personally. Favorite Northeast PA Meal: PIZZA. Favorite Vacation Spot: Caribbean or Florida. Favorite Book: I especially like girly books that make you laugh because at work I am always reading tax or investment or estate planning updates. Favorite Quote: “Learn to be happy with what you have while you pursue all that you want.” Jim Rohn. When you retire: Have a foundation, travel, paint and volunteer.
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Annmarie E. Andrejko Senior Vice President and Corporate Relationship Manager, PNC Bank Education: B.S. Finance & Economics, University of Scranton
weakness, but rather a plus. Be smart, be truthful and do what works best for all involved.
Family: Husband Jeff, daughters Ashley and Julia
Advice: Do what you know is right. Realize that it’s not the same for everyone. Find happiness… don’t get bogged down with one thing, enjoy a little bit of everything.
Looking Forward To: Watching my teenage daughters excel and continue to develop into smart, beautiful and successful women. Biggest Career Challenge: Realizing that you can’t be liked by everyone and that you can’t always get everyone to see it your way (even if you’re right!) What Surprised Me: How unfriendly people can be. And, on the other hand, how nice others can be. “I love nice people!” Motivation: Helping to make the best life for my family, just as my parents did. I have a paper weight on my desk that says, “A Dad leaves his mark in the world with the love he gives his children”. That love, those memories and my parents’ work is what motivates me. The thought that my girls will feel the same way, about their parents, moves me. Why Women Excel in Finance: The same reason men do, why should it be dif-
ferent? You have to do the right things, make good decisions, and treat people the right way. Care about your clients, take pride and joy in helping them grow and succeed. Also, feel compelled to assist them in times of struggle, to enable them to turn things around. If a woman is
Most proud about: My family, they are everything, I live for them. Outside the Industry, a Dream Job: Wedding Planner Unusual Hobbies: I’m fascinated by jets and boats. People Don't Know: I grew up on eastern Long Island; my first car was a Berlinetta Camaro. Favorite Vacation Spot: The Beach! Turks and Caicos/Caribbean Islands, LBI Favorite Quotes: “Live, Laugh, Love,” “Life is too short to drink bad wine” and “Doing nothing at the beach, is doing something.”
possibly seen as more emotional and more compassionate than a man, then those are additional traits that make her better and stronger. Certainly they shouldn’t be seen as a
When you retire: I hope to be able to hear the sounds of ocean waves every day and be able to enjoy happy times with family and friends. Be able to realize, and then be proud of, my accomplishments. Travel, enjoy good food and wine.
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Barbara Toczko Maculloch Senior Vice President, PA Market Manager, Community Bank Wealth Management Group Education: Misericordia University
over 20 events for not-for-profit organizations throughout the Wyoming Valley that raised numerous dollars and awareness to their causes.
Family: Husband, George Maculloch, daughter Rachel, stepchildren, Bryan and Megan Looking Forward to: Helping my daughter continue to be the best person she can be. Preparing for college and beyond, but most importantly watching her grow into a thoughtful adult who always treats others as she would like to be treated. What Surprised Me: After working over 30 years in banking and wealth management with four different companies, surviving numerous acquisitions, and management styles, I have to be honest - nothingsurprises me. Motivation: I want to show my daughter that hard work does make a difference in a career. Why Women Excel in Finance: We are organized, determined, intense at times and fantastic multi-taskers. Advice: Give your career all the attention it needs to flourish and thrive. I began as a teller out of high school and attended college at night and on weekends. It may not have been the easy way to climb the ladder, but I was determined and it worked for me.
Dream job, outside the industry: Event Planning/Interior Design Favorite Vacation Spots: Ireland, Martha’s Vineyard and Disney World My suggestion to everyone is to challenge yourself, and go out of your comfort zone. Regardless of your age, never settle, and never stop learning. Be a mentor to all young people. They need all of us who have been doing this awhile. Standing out in a positive way is more difficult than ever. Give all the help you can to our next generation to succeed in their careers, community and life. Accolades/designations: Recipient of the 2007 Leadership WB Distinguished Alumni Award, 2015 Top 25 Women in Business designation and Chair or Co-Chair of
Favorite Book: The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Favorite Quote: “Love the life you have while you create the life of your dreams. Don’t think you have to wait for the latter to start doing the former.” On your nightstand: Lamp, one book and a photo of my late “awesome” parents. Retirement: I want to spend retirement in good health with ALL of my family, whether we travel together or just enjoy a meal. My husband, daughter, brother, sisters, stepchildren and their families are everything to me.
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Cindy Smaniotto Senior Vice President, Director of Employment Services, NBT Bancorp, Inc. Biggest Accolades / Designations: On occasion, I have received calls from business partners complimenting one of my employees. There is no better accolade I could receive than that. It makes me feel good and my employee feel even better when I share it with them.
Education: PBA School of Intermediate Banking, PBA School of Advanced Banking Family: Husband, Angelo Goals For Current Position: To assist my team in developing their knowledge and skills and to advance our division by leveraging fieldrelated technology to replace manual processes. Efficiencies created will enable time to be better spent on strategic initiatives rather than transactional tasks. Biggest Career Challenge: To have confidence in my abilities. What Surprised Me: How technology has changed banking over the years. Customers have transitioned from visiting branch offices each week to being able to transact business on a daily basis through mobile or online banking. Also the rapid growth of social media.
build consensus which leads to successful outcomes. Future for Women in Finance: Brighter than it has ever been. We have women on the Board of Directors, Executive team, leading divisions, as a Regional President, and many others in key leadership roles. Advice: Strike ‘no’ from your vocabulary when it relates to opportunities or learning.
Favorite Northeast PA Meal: Haluski. Favorite Vacation Spot: Anywhere there is a National Park. We have visited Yellowstone, Yosemite, Glacier, Grand Teton and Mt. Rushmore, to name a few. Favorite Book: Gone With The Wind, by Margaret Mitchell. It has elements of history, romance, family, business and more. Favorite Quote: It is more important to be interested than interesting.
Why Women Excel in Finance: Women excel in many areas, not just finance. I believe that women provide balance and understand the importance of collaboration with others to
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Unusual Hobbies: My husband is a baseball fan, so we’ve visited stadiums across the country. We only have six more to visit.
On Your Nightstand: A notepad and pen, I sometimes wake up with an idea, and I like to write it down so I do not forget it.
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Michelle Pane Business Relationship Manager, Fidelity Bank Education: The University of Scranton and various Securities & Insurance Licenses
Most proud about: Being a mom. After many years of disappointment and several IVF rounds, my husband and I are happy to be parents of a wonderful daughter.
Family: Husband, John Pane & daughter, Sydney Pane I began in the industry in 2001 after the Twin Towers came down. The uncertainty and financial ruin that so many had experienced was gut-wrenching. As I look back now I see that most of my career has been in the “recession.” Industry Outlook: In the short term, the Federal Reserve will most likely raise rates quickly but the Central bank will move at a slow and deliberate pace. Housing sales and prices will move higher and consumer spending will start to rise. At this stage in the economic and market cycle, stocks are favored over bonds. The former being undervalued and the latter being overvalued. Hence, the S&P 500 should see some nice growth in 2016. Challenges Facing Industry: The cost of education. The $1.2 trillion in student loan debt facing 40 million Americans and the cost of education soaring 16 percent is reason
enough to be worried. We’ve seen this scenario before when a devastating number of mortgages defaulted. Why Women Excel in Finance: Women see clients as real people with real lives and real issues. We listen and process. There’s no rash decision making. Instead, we strategize. Future for Women in Finance: We need to create an interest in the fundamentals of finance, math and money for young girls in order to bring value to the subject at an early point in education.
Accolades/Designations: I was formerly the Vice President and the Executive Vice President of Operations for Joyce Insurance Group. Now, I am very excited to be instructing the Finance Club at my daughter’s school, Susquehanna Prep/Apple Tree. It’s good to see young girls as well as boys interested in money, needs and wants at an early age. Outside the Industry, a Dream Job: Museum Curator. People Don't Know: I attended art school for 10 years, am a quick runner, love to be home and am EXCELLENT with babies! Favorite Vacation Spot: Turks & Caicos. Favorite Book: Elizabeth Kostova’s 2005 debut novel, The Historian. Favorite Quote: “Where there’s a will there’s a way.” When you retire: Visit every U.S. state before I die. I love to travel abroad but there is still so much of this country that I haven’t seen.
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Summit University to Host Church Technology Conference his November, Summit University (formerly Baptist Bible College in Clarks Summit) will host Untangled 2.0: Church Technology Conference. Organized by the ministry technology organization, techPartner, the conference aims to help churches extend messages further through technology. As Chris Brown, executive director of the conference, explained, “We’ve put together a program to equip church technology volunteers and staff with resources and tips to effectively use technology in the
church. “The program plans to accomplish this through spiritual challenges and workshops as well as more personalized one-on-one training with tech coaches. The conference offers a wide variety of workshops, ranging from “What is a Sound System?” to “Productive on Social Media,” allowing guests to tailor their conference expe74
rience to fit their specific tech needs. The conference will also feature four speakers who will share their expertise regarding church technology practices. Speakers include the director of techPartner— keynote speaker Chris Brown, a former Broadway tech crew member, a ministry social media expert and an interdisciplinary Technology Manager. This conference is a great opportunity for pastors, pastoral staff, church volunteers and ministry tech professionals to gain insight into working with technology in churches. Conference attendees can expect an experience packed with workshops, conferences, vendors, giveHappeningsPA.com
aways and a party to celebrate the church “techies.” Tom Coverly, an illusionist, will also perform at the conference as a guest artist. The event kicks off Friday, November 13 with a preconference workshop exclusively for pastors, and it comes to a close on Saturday, November 14 with a session that will allow guests and experts to interact and share their church technology experiences. For
those who attend the event at Summit University, the conference costs $50, however, for those who can’t attend on-site, a live-stream of the conference is available for $99. Visit SummitU.edu/events. H –Melissa Durante November 2015
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12 Elena Kilpatrick
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lena Kilpatrick, the Vice President and General Manager of Frontier Communications’ Pennsylvania Operations, draws inspiration from experience, the local community and her family. In each of her previous positions, she learned a skill that she carries with her to the next.
How did you become interested in the telecommunications industry? During my first year at Montclair State University I moved toward business administration and got involved in a marketing and management concentration. The course of study and the opportunities afforded me at Montclair allowed me to step into that field. Additionally, I worked in the evenings throughout school and some of the realities of what I needed to prepare myself for sent me into a business direction. Why did you and your family choose to move to Northeastern Pennsylvania from New Jersey? At the time, I had a young family and my long commute was getting burdensome on my family. My sister moved in 1988 to the
community for a while, but I wasn’t necessarily local. I thought it was very important for me to get engrained in local culture, priorities and values. Through Leadership Lackawanna, I met community leaders and learned about the opportunities and challenges in the area. It gave me a better sense of What did you learn during your time as General the community and the desires and needs of busiSales Manager at a local nesses and residential conautomobile dealership? sumers. I helped gain a betAs I looked for opportunities when we were moving, ter understanding of this local marketplace. while I could have stayed with Bell Atlantic NYNEX How have your past jobs Mobile, I would have had prepared you for your to commute from Clarks current position? Summit to the Allentown In every position, you can area. I was really looking learn something. for something different. Sometimes you learn what Believing that I had very strong, transferrable skills, I you don’t want to do, and took an opportunity to be sometimes you strengthen the General Sales Manager skills and abilities. Starting for a local automobile deal- out my career in retail operations, I learned how ership. I did that for a year and it was the most diver- to deal with the public and develop internal processes. gent opportunity I could have taken. It was very dif- In my product management and development ferent from the telecom industry and being in it for phase, I negotiated cona year was very rewarding tracts with vendors, performed detailed research because I had to use skills on how to deploy products that were transferrable to and services and led a cross any industry. functional team. In other areas, I learned how to deal Tell us about participatwith tough conversations ing in the Leadership and with people who may Lackawanna program: I had been in the area and not be on board with what Lake Scranton area and my parents moved to Chinchilla in 1990 so I found myself in the area almost every weekend. As we were thinking about the area and our children growing up, we really felt this would be a great place to raise our family.
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you’re trying to accomplish. I have been very fortunate. I was at Bell Atlantic NYNEX Mobile for about 10 years and I have been with Frontier for 17 years. In each company, I have had the opportunity to do something new almost every nine months to four years. This allowed me to expand my skills. Having a broad background in multiple different areas really helped me grow. How do you keep up with and anticipate customer needs? We stay on top of emerging trends and in tune with the latest and greatest news that comes from finance and technology companies. We take this information and try to understand how it applies in a local perspective. The best way to do that is to get out there and get feedback. Sometimes we hear things that we don’t want to hear, but I ask “How can we learn from this?” and “What do we need to do to direct our services there?” It’s a multifaceted approach. We are very focused on local communities and we have a depth of staff that helps take so much information and
make decisions as to what our core strength is and how we can focus on that and make sure we do the best for our consumers because we know they have a choice. What is Frontier’s core strength? Although we’re large corporation, we keep a very focused local staff. I am responsible for the state of Pennsylvania and the entire customer experience and how well we operate. I
have supervisors and managers throughout the state that are very focused on local communities, so we are able to understand what is happening in the marketplace. We can understand what we need to do to make improvements so that the customer feels good about the services we deliver. Sometimes it’s a journey to get there but we listen to our customers and we try continued on page 78
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to respond. It’s not just a corporate centralized call center somewhere. You have local people that you can call who will respond. Frontier provides broadband services, standard landline voice services, long distance services and entertainment services with our partner, Dish. They also provide security services for internet protection and whole home protection and personal security services. For businesses, we provide similar services in addition to services that raise internet speeds and phone services that can connect multiple locations for companies who have offices around the country. Advice for making career advancements: For any role, you have to get into the weeds, understand the details, work hard all the time, and be able to provide a wow factor. You need to take the initiative to see how you can provide the wow factor. Continue to innovate and challenge your team on how to do things differently. No matter what your role is, you always need to look for those things because that is what makes you stand out over time. What qualities do you look for in your staff? It’s all about attitude. Having that “can do” attitude. A core base of desire,
passion for learning and really digging into things, and enthusiasm. This drives success. Skills and knowledge aren’t enough. If the passion and attitude aren’t there, we’re not going to move the needle. As a woman, have you had any setbacks and upsets in your career? I tend not to think that way. Have I had disappointments in my career where I wanted an opportunity and it hasn’t happened? Yes, absolutely. But you learn from that. You have to take feedback. Taking those moments in time, understanding what you’ve learned and doing something with that. You have a choice if you’re disappointed. You can go down a negative path or you can discover what you can learn and do something different the next time around. Do you have a personal mantra or philosophy that applies to how you live and work? There are three things I say consistently. One is “Let’s work on developing a new muscle,” meaning challenge yourself to engage a new muscle that you aren’t comfortable with and develop weaknesses. Another is “Have a blueprint for success.” Everyone’s lives are hectic, things always come up that are unanticipated, but
if you have a blueprint for success, if you know what your core priorities are, you’ll be grounded in what you need to accomplish. The last is “Don’t underestimate yourself.” Take a minute, stop, think about it. You’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish. Reprogram your thinking and challenge yourself so you can continue to make a difference. H —Jennifer Kochmer
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Getting Personal with Elena Kilpatrick Vice President and General Manager of Frontier Communications’ Pennsylvania Operations Favorite aspect of NEPA: The balance of professionalism and community spirit. Top choice for recreation: Reading a book on the beach. Favorite food: Wings from Lizza's Mezzo/Mezzo, Windsor Inn and The Loading Dock. My inspiration: My dad. His stamina, work ethic and joy for life were all amazing. Favorite childhood toy: Lincoln logs. My sister and I spent hours playing with them. When I was young I wanted to be: An archeologist. I was fascinated with the art and science of it. Years of experience: 27 years in the Telecom industry. Originally from: Dumont, New Jersey
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or over 20 years Scranton’s own “Ad Man” - Paul DeLuca, has been creating provocative advertising campaigns that speak directly and convincingly to audiences. Whether he is reminding folks over 50 that “Every Colon Deserves a Happy Ending,” or begging couples exhibiting too much public displays of affection to “Get a Room,” the campaigns created by DeLuca and his team entertain, inform, and as they like to say, “sell a lota stuff.” DeLuca’s background also includes being an art teacher and a stint as a marketing director in the financial world. A Millersville University graduate and a native of Wilkes-Barre, DeLuca now resides in Dalton. Like any artist, he has a creative soul and when he’s not busy creating campaigns to sell more of his clients’ stuff, he’s engrossed in his own stuff – the art of making pottery. Dania El-Ghazal, a Happenings’ contributor, recently sat down with DeLuca to hear more about his agency, DeLuca Frigoletto Advertising.
What is your key role? Who is the creative director? That's a good question, I'd like to know the answer to that! We're such a small agency, everybody tries to do a lot from watering the plants to purchasing coffee. But my role is to collaborate with people here to come up with advertising strategies, and we come up with creative advertising plans. I make sure everything is going well. Michael Frigoletto is the creative director. What is your favorite part of owning an ad agency? My favorite part is the social interaction with creative people and with the clients, the stimulation of coming up with ideas. The process is really nice once you get it.
What path led you to having an ad agency for over 20 years? I was an art teacher for six years. I was a writer for TV Guide Magazine and producer for music design studios. Michael Frigoletto (co-owner) always wanted to start the business. It was kind of by chance. My whole life has been random. I went to school to be an art teacher, but after that I travelled. I didn't have a plan, but I fell into advertising and I was very lucky. Since you've been an art teacher in a prior life and currently work with interns in your agency, what clear messages do you want to get out to students? They have to like it. You can make a good living, but most people in this business really enjoy it. Everything in this world is driven by marketing and advertising. Even people who think they are not driven by advertising. Even the people in the business who think they know what they're doing all succumb to it. So, your office has been in Scranton for over 20 years. Why Scranton? Well, I was born in WilkesBarre and I've travelled all
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over the place even to Norway. My family is here, I came back in my mid 30s to reconnect with family and friends, and I ended up realizing it was a great place to be for me now. If you weren't in downtown Scranton where would you choose to be? I read this book "The Geography of Bliss." It's about people and where they live and the geography of it all, and they say if you find a place where you know you want to die, you've found your home. And home is important to me, I feel like I have found my home here. Here's what I've learned about geography. It really doesn't matter where you are. If you are happy where you are, you'll be happy wherever you are. You bring your reality with you. Obviously the weather, sunshine and ocean influence you, but you're with your own environment all the time. Is there anything about Scranton you wish to change? A lot of cities in America are just struggling economically. More people should be involved with the economy. If people can provide others a decent liv-
ing, I think it's their moral obligation to do so. Mike and I understand how not to treat people and how to treat people and how to provide them with the fair living that they need. Because we are in Scranton we cannot demand the prices that are demanded in New York, but that's just how it goes.
Facetiously, one who pays their bills on time! But really, a good client is a person who understands the importance of advertising and understands the power of design. A great client hires a watch dog and lets them do their job. The opposite is someone who hires a watchdog and takes away their bark!
But other than that, we just make sure everyone has a good place to work.
Of your company's philosophies, including "treat everyone like your mother," which is most important to you? Never take advantage of anyone and never let anyone take advantage of you.
What are typical mistakes that businesses make in their advertising decisions? Here's the biggest mistakeit's a joke in the industry. Businesses always want to make their logo bigger. They think their name is the most important part. Their brand is their name, phone number, website. Believe me if people know about your brand and know what you do, you do not need to emphasize it. Ads do two things: make the unfamiliar familiar, and make the unfriendly friendly. There is so much information overload, people don't understand the concept of reduction. Simplify, Simplify Simplify! Describe a great client.
Name some of your favorite campaigns that you've created: There are a couple. The Cove Haven "Get a Room" did really well, we love that one. We put up a billboard once, only one, advertising to get your pet fixed and this was during the rise of HIV. The billboard just had a package of condoms and said, "Your pet can't use these." It got a huge response! It was in the Times Leader and that summer many people came into the SPCA to get their pets fixed! So it was very effective which is the most important thing; that was very rewarding. continued on page 82
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What is your biggest achievement in life? It hasn't happened yet. Who is your advertising idol? I don't have one specifically but David Ogilvy, I quote him a lot. A lot of stuff he says resonates with me. Luke Sullivan also wrote this one book “Hey Whipple Squeeze This. “ It's an easy read and about everything I believe. Where can someone buy pottery made by you? They have to contact me, I have a website but most people contact me through work here and they can come to my studio in my house. Lately I've been donating my pottery to local auctions and charity events in Scranton like The Everhart Museum and The Northeast Cancer Institute. I don't do it as a business I do it as a passion. If somebody likes it and buys it that's great,
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but I do not do it for commission. If someone asks me to make a piece for them to buy I usually won't do it. How many years have you been doing it? Does it help inspire creativity? 12 years. It centers my energy. When you do art you're lost in that moment.
Do you have one specific piece of pottery that you cherish most? When you first start you want to cherish everything, but if I don't think it's a good piece I destroy it. One woman bought a mug and two years later I saw her and she told me she broke the mug and started crying, so I made her another mug because it moved me that she loved it that much.
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I like when other people can cherish it. It's just a mug! How do you take your coffee? Little cream, half sugar When was the last time you were really angry? Many years ago! I'm getting a lot better now, the workers here can tell you. Do you know any other languages? Norwegian and a little bit of German. What's your favorite thing to watch on TV right now? Mr. Robot. What would people be most surprised to learn about you? I'm not as arrogant as I may come off! I'm confident and sometimes that comes off as arrogance. I don't like bragging. H
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A HISTORIC SYNAGOGUE IN HONESDALE he mission of Congregation Beth Israel, a Reform synagogue located in Honesdale, PA, is simple: to be a home for the Jewish people of the area – a place of worship, education and community. Founded in 1849, this historic place of worship started out with just a few dedicated members who initially met in each other’s homes, sharing a Torah. This practice continued for a few years, with membership slowly growing, until 1856 – the year when their very own synagogue was dedicated. Located at 615 Court Street, the congregation continues to meet at this building today, making it the second oldest synagogue in the country still occupied by its original congregation. Like many of the other religious locations in the area, the land for the synagogue was given to the Jewish people in town by the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company, in an era when merchants and manufacturers dominated the continued on page 90 88
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destroyed, but so was the synagogue’s original Ark. After a bit of rebuilding, though, today they continue. The “no-rabbi” issue has been worked out, too. In fact, Beth Israel recently had a rabbi who just retired after serving 44 years (Rabbi Allan Smith.) Taking his place is Rabbi Elliott Kleinman, a speaker described as equally warm, compelling and enthusiastic as the former. Because of these characteristics, and the way that history and contemporary life are woven together in the sermons, it is agreed that going to hear a sermon at Beth Israel is not a chore, but rather a pleasure. All being said, it goes to show that although this congregation’s 166-year history has seen its share of obstacles, nothing can get in the way of it continuing to do what it originally set out to do: be that simple, welcoming home in the community.
“It’s like an antique jewel, like a period piece” President Liza Lucy Roos says of the temple.
Congregation Beth Israel’s services are generally held just twice a month on Friday nights. www.congregationbethisraelhonesdale.org/
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the economic landscape. While building, it is reported that the synagogue ran out of money, and that it was the D & H that helped them out. “Legend says that the head of the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company said that they would give us the money to finish building if we’d put a steeple on the synagogue, simply because he had never seen a place of worship without a steeple. Jews generally don’t have steeples on their synagogues, but that’s why we do,” explains Beth Israel’s President, Liza Roos Lucy. Insufficient funding led to other challenges for the temple as well, like not being able to afford a long-term Rabbi; Roos Lucy remembers that when she was a child, there was no rabbi, and that instead, the different merchants in town took turns leading Friday night services. Rabbis would only be brought in for special holidays. Additionally, there were the challenges brought on by Mother Nature – in the early 1900s, two floods caused quite a bit of damage. Not only were their Gothic-style stained glass windows 90
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Furniture of all periods... “A “A beautiful beautiful blend blend of of past past & & present.” present.” U.S. Rt. 220N, 1/2 Mi. East of Pennsdale Credit Cards/ Layaway Open 10-5 Daily • 570-546-7493
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Teeter’s Furniture
Celebrating over 160 Years of Customer Satisfaction
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eeter’s Furniture has been in business in Hawley, PA for 166 years and attributes its longevity and success to providing quality customer service from the start.
Richard Teeter, a cabinetmaker with skills to build furniture and coffins opened Teeter’s Furniture and Teeter’s Funeral Chapel in 1849. Over 150 years and five generations later, Julie Teeter-Seiler and her father, also named Richard Teeter, carry on the family tradition of quality customer service and care. Today, the store offers furniture for every room, including premier lines Craftmaster, Bassett, Serta, Simply Amish, Southern Motion, Winners Only, Rowe and Liberty, as well as many other manufacturers and brands. Aside from an expansive showroom, Teeter’s Furniture offers a broad selection of additional pieces from its catalog. Furniture is sold directly from inventory but pieces may be special ordered. 96
Sofas, both stationary and reclining, are the most popular furniture, with a huge selection of styles and a choice of hundreds of fabrics. Teeter’s Furniture uniquely works hand-in-hand with the customer to create the perfect look for his or her home. “Both my father and I grew up within the business and feel personal pride in making our customers happy with the entire buying experience,” said Julie Teeter-Seiler.
For a truly unique item, the Simply Amish collection is solid wood furniture, handbuilt and available in oak, maple, cherry, walnut and hickory as well as a variety of finishes. These pieces can be customized by size and configuration to fill any need a customer may have. Options to customize upholstery styles and special order items, provide endless opportunities.
“We want to grow our business by providing the best in customer service, whether that be the personal care taken by our sales associates, free local delivery or continued service after the sale.”
Teeter’s Furniture is located on Main Avenue in Hawley. teetersfurniture.com. H –Ashley Price
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The Carriage Barn features two floors of room-like settings displaying authentic antiques & glassware. Carriage Barn boasts over 6000 square feet of antiques. Custom refinishing, woodworking and delivery. Add a classic piece of the past to complement your life today!
Pool tables k Jukeboxes k Clocks k Furniture k Toys k Lighting k
Conversation pieces
1494 Fairview Road, Clarks Summit, PA From I-81: Take Waverly Exit 197 Going North: right at end of ramp, then the next two rights Going South: left at end of ramps, then the next two rights
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Top 10 Small Towns to Shop! Northeast PA’s
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Jim Thorpe
Hailed as, “The Switzerland of Pennsylvania,” it’s no surprise this picturesque town located in Carbon County caters to outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Lehigh Valley River Gorge is a favorite among white water rafters, mountain bikers and hikers. The town was founded in 1818 as a company town for the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company. Originally named Mauch Chunk, the village boomed in its early years giving rise to opulent architecture and grand homes, still in existence today. In 1953, the town adopted the name Jim Thorpe when it became the final resting place of the renowned athlete and Olympic medal winner. His tomb monument and statues are within walking distance of downtown. Victorian architecture is the predominant style. Visitors may park
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at the Train Station/Visitors Center and explore town on foot. Broadway is the main thoroughfare and there’s no shortage of shops along this route. In fact, downtown boasts 36 different stores as well as galleries, museums, bed and breakfasts, restaurants and attractions.
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2 Clarks Summit
State Street is the main artery through this upscale Lackawanna County community. Shops, restaurants, cafes and professional offices dot a concentrated but quaint downtown. The borough celebrated its centennial in 2011. Clarks Summit is named in honor of the area’s first settler– Deacon William Clark who arrived in 1799. The region remained mostly bucolic until the arrival of the Northern Electric Street Railway in 1906, which opened the community up as a popular suburb for city dwellers in nearby Scranton.
Adorable Me Michele Brown recently acquired and renamed this children’s boutique found within Summit Square Shopping Plaza. According to Brown, patrons to the store can shop quality name brands as well as hard-to-find apparel and accessories. Boys and girls clothing from newborn to size 12 is thoughtfully displayed as well as holiday wear and gift ideas. 570-587-8360.
Everything Natural This health food store has been well known in Northeast PA for 30 years. In addition to a large variety of healthy foods and eco-conscious products, the shelves and racks are overflowing with unique, affordable gifts that are environmentally friendly. Visitors may find everything from jewelry and pottery to greeting cards and funky clothing. Everything Natural wil host a Holiday Open House November 21-22 with entertainment, refreshments and surprises. 570-586-9684.
The Jewelry Room Clarks Summit’s family-owned, hometown jewelry store since 1976 is located in the heart of downtown right on State Street. Owner Dave Banks says the shop specializes in repairs and custom design. Holiday gift-giving merchandise includes custom, handmade jewelry in 14 carat gold or sterling silver as well as gemstones, diamonds and estate jewelry. 570-586-9009.
Thirteen Olives Part tasting room, part specialty shop, Thirteen Olives deals exclusively in olive oil, vinegar and balsamics. Owner Eugene Litz says customers have the unique opportunity of tasting the products before making a selection from the store’s 65 varieties which includes balsamic dressings imported from Italy. During the holiday season shoppers may pick up a custom gift basket filled with the shop’s signature merchandise. 570-587-1300.
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Red Apple Dark Balsamic Cranberry Pear White Balsamic White Truffle Olive Oil Tuscan Herb Olive Oil 570-587-1300 • 13olives.com 222 Northern Blvd. • Clarks Summit, PA
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WINTER MAY BE FASHIONABLY LATE.... SO YOU’RE RIGHT ON TIME TO MOVE TO CLARKS SUMMIT SENIOR The weather can change in an instant, but at Clarks Summit Senior Living life is always warm, welcoming and worry-free. Move in now and enjoy: • A neighborhood of friends with a full calendar of activities and programs for a fulfilling, rewarding lifestyle • Five Star dining featuring delicious, nutritious meals prepared by highly trained chefs • Support and assistance available for those needing a little help with activities of daily living • Respite stays available • Local transportation for trips and medical appointments • A community of opportunity with no buy-in or long-term commitment
Join us for coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and learn how our community will welcome you home all year long!
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EXPLORE CLARKS SUMMIT
Holiday Special
Grand Re-opening November 7 & 8 $69.00 Unlimited Classes • Yoga/ Meditation Strengthen your mind and body, open your heart, cultivate self confidence & connect with your inner wisdom thru Kripalu yoga! Learn how essential oils can support your health and wellness.
3 Abington Executive Park • Clarks Summit 570.585.LOVE • www.balancefrominside.com
Be Thankful Holiday Health. Holiday Food. Holiday Gifts.
Holiday Open House November 20-22 Sample a Turkey Dinner and Holiday Cookies Organic Vegan & Gluten-Free Options too!
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EXPLORE CLARKS SUMMIT
Savory... Gemstones • Diamonds • Gold • Silver • Platinum Buying Gold & Precious Metals • Estate Pieces Custom Designs • Expert Repairs • Sizing Reset or Make an Heirloom Special again! Watch Batteries • Watch Link Removal
Family-Owned & Family-Operated Bridesmaid Pendant & Earrings
Open 7 Days a Week from 6:30 a.m. Serving Dinner Wed.-Sat. ’til 8 p.m. Homemade Bread & Desserts made on Premises
MADE IN USA David S. Banks / Owner Family Owned • Established 1976 facebook.com/thejewelryroomclarkssummit
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336 S. State Street • Clarks Summit, PA • 570-586-9009
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320 South State Street Clarks Summit, PA (570) 586-1992 www.PureSudsCo.com
Furniture &Home Decor
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3 Wellsboro This town in Tioga County may be best known as the home of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Yet its downtown retains the charm and authenticity of its early 1800s beginning. The wealth of original architecture gave Wellsboro recognition as a National Historic District. A total of 531 commercial and residental buildings, some dating to 1835, comprise the area. Most notable are the Tioga County Courthouse (1835), Arcadia Theater (1924), First Presbyterian Church (1894) and Penn Wells Hotel (1910). Gas street lamps line the wide Main Street which features numerous specialty shops, restaurants, hotels and attractions. On December 5 Wellsboro will host its 32nd Annual Dickens of a Christmas. The Victorian-style celebration offers craft and food vendors, strolling carolers and a visit from Santa Claus.
Formerly Luna Bleu
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We Can Ship all Your Holiday Needs.
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Don’t Miss: Fifth Season Celebrating over 10 years in business, the store has made a name for itself by offering exceptional items in home decor, gifts, souvenirs, women’s clothing and accessories. Shoppers can browse the collection, located across from the popular Village Green, for one-of-a-kind items. Owner Rachel Tews says visitors will find plenty of boutique gift giving ideas including bracelets, scarves, novelty books, personalized and inspirational jewelry. A top seller this holiday season will be the selection of personalized ornaments. 570-724-6910.
New LocationAcross from the Green in Wellsboro, PA
Home Decor Women’s Boutique Jewelry Seasonal Decor Dishware & Linens Unique Gifts Wellsboro Items & so much more! 100 Main Street Wellsboro, PA Call 570.724.6910 thefifthseason.biz
Open 7 Days a Week!
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4 Montrose
One of the oldest towns in Northeast PA, Montrose was laid out in 1812 and officially incorporated in 1824. Its first settlers laid out the downtown in the style reminiscent of their New England roots. Visitors today will still find large colonial style houses and churches surrounding a thriving Main Street. The town “green” sits adjacent to the courthouse and has been the site of community gatherings for nearly 200 years. Each December the Susquehanna County town welcomes visitors for its Christmas in Montrose celebration– December 4-6. Old-fashioned festivities fill the downtown for three days with music, refreshments and merriment.
Don’t Miss: Butler’s Pantry There are plenty of gift ideas cooking at this sprawling store specializing in home decor. For 13 years, owner Nancy Wood has proudly carried American-made goods. Shoppers will find a unique blend of items for the kitchen, garden, bath and even baby’s room. Popular brands in stock include Fiestaware, TAG Home Accessories and Lodge Cast Iron. 570-278-2191.
Chocolates by Leopold Handmade and sold in the heart of downtown Montrose. Chocolatier, Leopold Schreiber uses fourth generation, German recipes for handmade candy centers. Shoppers have the enviable task of selecting from a variety of delectable treats and gift boxes including the store’s signature Buttercrunch. Factory tours are available to watch gourmet candy making as-it happens. 570-278-1230.
New Patients & Referrals Welcome
Rehabilitation Therapy Modalities Offered: Heated underwater treadmill, therapeutic ultrasound, electrical stimulation, therapeutic laser & rehabilitative exercises
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What’s Cookin’ at
THE BUTLER’S PANTRY in Montrose Company coming? OXO stainless steel & non-stick hard anodized cookware will make meal prep easy. Shown 8 quart stock pot $119.99 in stainless steel, 12” skillet $99.99 in non-stick hard anodized, other sizes available.
Also shown: TAG’s new Sonoma color—Moss Green and Now Design’s linen print, “Mistletoe”
570-278-2191 505 S. Main St., Montrose Tues-Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. butlerspantry@stny.rr.com Bridal Registry MASTERCARD
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Honesdale
Main Street is dotted with numerous specialty shops, restaurants, a museum, attractions and professional offices. Many of the buildings date to the mid 1800s and still retain original Victorian details, such as Ginberbread and Gothic windows. The seat of Wayne County is steeped in history. The commercial railroad system in America got its start here in 1829. Downtown is highly walkable and the best way to view the architecture. Stroll the tree-lined residential area, which was named a National Historic District in 1997 thanks to over 289 buildings that date between 1830 and 1940. Thanksgiving weekend (November 28 and 29) the town hosts Honesdale for the Holidays. The festive event includes open houses at many stores and businesses, a Santa Parade, craft show, strolling carolers and more.
A FAMILY DEDICATED TO CUSTOMER SERVICE
Don’t Miss: Wallflower Owner Joyce DeBastiani describes her shop as a mini department store boutique. What began 30 years ago as a women’s clothing and jewelry store branched out to carry children’s clothing, furniture, candles and gifts. Prices range from $5-200. 570-253-6080.
B & B Chrysler DoDge Jeep ram 125 GRANDVIEW AVENUE
HONESDALE, PA 18431 (888) 233-7049 | www.bandbdodge.com Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. | Fri. 8 a.m-6 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Closed Sundays
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Huge Selection of Unique Greeting Cards!
Now Located on the Corner of Main & 8th Street
SALE! 20-50% off Furniture and More! 801 Main Street Honesdale, PA
(570) 253-4549 Hours: Mon. through Sat. - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun. - 12 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Visit our Newly Renovated Showroom Worth the Drive!
Plumbing • Heating • Cooling Fireplaces • Whirlpools • Kitchens FEATURING: Kitchens by Kraftmaid & Merillat Fireplaces by Superior • Fixtures by Gerber & Toto Tubs & Showers by Oasis (Aker) • Faucets by Delta & Moen Ductless Air Conditioners by Samsung Showroom Hours Open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Every Day Saturday 8 a.m.-noon rochesupplyinc.com 3376 Lake Ariel Hwy Route 191, South Honesdale, PA
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(570) 253-3466 (800) 247-4095 Fax: (570) 253-3659
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Don’t Miss: Slate sidewalks line picturesque streets dotted with many small shops, unique restaurants and historic buildings. Incorporated in 1815, Strroudsburg became a leading market town for early settlers. The town derived its name from Jacob Stroud who began a gristmill here in 1790. In 1836 Stroudsburg was named the county seat. The Monroe County Historical Society offers a selfguided walking tour featuring many of the original 19th century architecture. Some of the downtown buildings are listed on the National Register of HIstoric Places. The Academy Hill Historic District is two blocks from Main Street. The residential neighborhood features homes which date to the 1800s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Apple Tree Owner Sharon Sinkevick-Bonawits tells customers to expect the unexpected at her shop located along Main Street. She proudly offers women of style unique, wearable, fashion-foward pieces that allow them to be on trend while remaining true to their individual fashion sense and personal lifestyle. The shop’s collection includes Joseph Ribkoff, 7 for All Mankind and Claudia Nichole Cashmere. 570-421-2798.
Dunkelberger’s Outdoorsmen and adventurers alike have been patronizing this shop for 43 years. The full-line sporting goods store carries clothing and accessories from Carhartts, Underarmour and Northface. Owner Jere Dunkelberger touts the extensive selection of hunting, fishing, archery and camping gear for both men and women. 570-421-7950.
Olde Engine Works Marketplace A former machine shop which dates to the early 1900s seems a fitting location for a large antiques and collectibles co-op. The shop, which has been in business for 22 years, hosts more than 125 dealers displaying and selling a wide array of vintage and antique items. Located on Third St., treasure hunters wil have the thrill of browsing furniture, textiles, retro fashions, tools, pottery, toys, art and more. 570-421-4340.
Stroudsburg Foto Shop, Inc. Old fashioned service of the latest technology is the hallmark of this professional film and camera shop. Family owned and operated since 1962, David Butler says purists will find film and vintage cameras while camera enthusiasts can count on state-of-theart digital technology from Nikon, Olympus and more brand names. The shop, located on Main Street also carries camera bags, tripods, camera accessories, frames and albums. 570-
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125 Friendly Dealers Open 7 Days a Week with Open Public Parking
62 N. 3rd St. v Stroudsburg PA v 570.421.4340
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Tunkhannock So charming and significant is the downtown district of this Wyoming County Town that it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. Tunkhannock was organized in 1841 as people settled along the banks of the nearby Susquehanna River. Many of the buildings in the historic district were constructed between 1841 and 1900. Queen Anne and Italianate styles dominate the architecture. Streets are tree-lined and walkable. The area boasts many unique shops, restaurants, art studios, commercial businesses and a restored movie theatre which dates to 1936.
Named for the thoroughfare on which it’s located, this 7,000 square foot shop is home to an array of consignments as well as a multi-vendor co-op. Since 2001 Bridget Casterline has been the caretaker of this vast collection dominated by household furnishings. Treasure hunters can expect to find bedroom sets, chairs, lamps, dressers and dining sets. Casterline says all the items are “gently used” and make for a unique gift-buying experience. For the holiday season, vintage Christmas decor will mix with the usual inventory, which also includes original paintings and hand made knick-knacks. 570-836-4456.
J.R’s Hallmark Located just on the outskirts of town along bustling Business Route 6, the shop has everything you would expect to find at a Hallmark store. But owners Glenda and Janet Shoemaker take things to the next level by offering an exceptional selection of clothing, gifts and jewelry. Read more about J.R’s Hallmark on page136. 570-836-6458.
Omm Encore Fashion This holiday season marks one year in business for the wellness store and consignment shop located on Tioga St. Owner Lori Bogedin says in addition to brand name fashion, shoppers will find candles, soap and hand made jewelry. 570-836-1711.
On December 5 and 6, the Tunkhannock Business and Professional Association will host Christmas in Our Hometown. The event centers around the town’s shopping experience but also includes horse-drawn wagon rides, ice sculpture displays, strolling carolers, living windows and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus. www.tunkhannockbusiness.com
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An educational forum for the general public to learn the absolute latest in natural health and healing alternatives. IT’S FREE, so come, dress comfortably and bring a friend!!
WHEN: Sat., Nov. 7, 10 a.m -4 p.m. WHERE: Shadowbrook Inn & Resort, 201 Resort Lane, Tunkhannock, PA WHO: Dedicated practioners, fitness trainers, health instructors, inspiring speakers, demonstrations, classes, booths & food. PRICE: FREE...COME & GO AS YOU WISH!
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This idyllic small town was founded in 1821. In the beginning it was a base for surrounding industry. Today it’s a tourism hub. It sits near the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack. A quaint Main Street is bordered by picturesque Bingham Park on end and the former Bellemont Silk Mill on the other. The castle-like structure is considered the largest Bluestone building in the world and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was recently re-purposed to house specialty shops, boutiques, a gym, office space and even a satellite campus of Lackawanna College. Visitors to Main Street will find an eclectic collection of antique stores, souvenir shops, restaurants, furniture store and inns. Winterfest is a town-wide celebration of the season. The whole weekend (December 11-13) features a host of entertainment, children’s activities, shopping events, holiday house tour, cookie walk, living nativity and more.
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Don’t Miss: Teeter’s Furniture This family owned and operated store dates to 1849! In addition to a full line of brand name furniture for every room, shoppers will find an assortment of home décor items. Julie Teeter says the store’s recliners, rockers and curios are always popular among gift givers. Read more about Teeter’s Furniture on page 96. 570-226-3112.
Jukebox Classics Browsing the collection is like stepping back in time. The shop specializes in game room collectables, so pin ball machines, juke boxes and neon signs reign supreme. Shoppers will be delighted by the collection of vintage cookie jars, dishes and knick knacks featuring familiar characters such as Betty Boop and the Peanuts gang. 570-226-9411.
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Kingston
Although the first settlers arrived in this area in the 1770s, the borough wasn’t incorporated until 1857. It’s named after Kingston, Rhode Island. The town sits on the banks of the Susquehanna River across from Wilkes-Barre in Luzerne County. Wide, tree-lined streets boast a host of stately architecture. Historically significant buildings includes the Kingston Armory, Fleck Hall, the Hoyt Library and the Market Street Bridge. Quiet and picturesque, the mostly-residential community includes a charming downtown with vibrant businesses, professional offices, specialty shops and restaurants.
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Don’t Miss: 3 Sisters Art and imagination take shape in this shop which features a beautiful selection of jewelry and gifts. Holiday shoppers will find exquisite gift ideas made by artisans in a variety of media including jewelry, boxes and colorful hand-blown glass. Items from designers such as Pandora and Endless Jewelry are also popular. 570288-3147.
Owner Rose Wateski says the hometown jewelry store has been in business for 40 years and credits its success to family-oriented, friendly service. The fine selection of gifts includes watches, diamond earrings and pendants, sterling silver, religious pieces, children’s jewelry and a large selection of engagement rings. Wateski says Shimmer Diamonds are always popular among holiday shoppers as is the collection of Lafoon– high end sterling silver. 570-287-6257.
Milford
This quaint community at the gateway to Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is steeped in history. Noted inventor and business man John Biddis laid out the village in 1796. He used his hometown of Philadelphia as a model for the grid system and named the streets after his children– Ann, Catharine, Elizabeth, Sarah, George and John. The smaller lanes he named after his favorite fruits and berries. Milford was officially incorporated as a borough in 1874. Its colonial heritage is evident in the architecture of both the homes and commercial buildings. The town is home to Grey Towers National Historic Site– where former Pennsylvania Governor and founder of the U.S. Forest Service
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For over 30 years, Rainbow Jewelers has been providing a quality jewelry experience to the NEPA area. We invite you to visit our store, where we're happy to find the perfect fit for you!
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Gifford Pinchot lived. The mansion and grounds are open to the public for tours. In the Columns Museum visitors will find an impressive collection of historic artifacts relevant to local and national history. The U.S. flag, which is purported to have cushioned the head of a mortally wounded President Lincoln at Fords Theatre, is on display here. The fabric still bears his blood stains. State Route 6 intersects downtown. Shoppers should park and take their time browsing the numerous specialty stores, art galleries, antique shops, cafes and restaurants. H
Great Food Fun Atmosphere! pub restaurant specialty shops
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You have a lot to keep up with. But don’t forget the one thing that could save your life: a mammogram. Our digital mammograms and bone-density scans provide the most precise images available. Read by board-certified radiologists and electronically shared with your referring physician, we give you peace of mind -- most often within 24 hours. Should you need more advanced care, we are seamlessly connected to Newton Medical Center, Morristown Medical Center and the outstanding services of prestigious Atlantic Health System. And, because we know how busy women in our community can be, we accept prescriptions from physicians, regardless of hospital affiliation, and we can accommodate walk-ins, next-day appointments and Saturday hours. We’re here to keep you healthy and that’s no fleeting fad.
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Have it All: Buy Local Marketplace at The Scranton Cultural Center
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et your shopping fix on November 29 at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple.
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., approximately 120 vendors will fill the massive building, from the lower level to the balcony of the Grand Ballroom and beyond. Since 2012, the Buy Local Holiday Marketplace has given new meaning to the phrase, onestop-shopping. “It’s a celebration and recognition of all of the tremendous talent and specialized business we have right here in our own backyard,” says Rachael Fronduti, marketing manager and public relations for the Scranton Cultural Center. The event includes a variety of local crafters, artisans and businesses with storefronts. Items such as apparel, jewelry, candles, home
goods, wine, chocolate and art will be showcased. The first 250 shoppers will receive a shopping bag, sponsored by First National Community Bank. Shoppers may also take a chance on a fabulous selection of theme baskets. Food and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the day, at the café located on the second floor in the Ladies Parlor.
ideas are right at your fingertips,” explains Fronduti. This year’s panel of vendors includes Note Fragrances, Bella Faccias, Fly “The best part about this Me Home, Newkirk Honey, event is that there is truly Pierre’s on Spruce, Penn something for everyone, Cheese, Duffy y. whether it be to complete RockValley s Photograph mping Photo: JuwithAccessories and representayour holiday shopping tives from Capra Collina out the hustle and bustle of Winery and Maiolatesi Wine big box stores, or to get Cellars. yourself a special treat! A wide range of gift A $1 entry fee benefits the Scranton Cultural Center. “Day-to-day operations are a big undertaking, so this year, we are asking for a $1 donation for admission,” Fronduti explains. “This will help us to continue our ongoing operations, restoration and programming.” Visit www.scrantonculturalcenter.org/buy-local/.
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8 oz soy candles from The Post Home & Body in Scranton. Vegan and handmade, 60-hour burn time. Retail: $19 Available at: Mill Market, Hawley
An assortment of Longaberger Baskets in a variety of shapes and styles. Retail: $6-$45. Available at: Olde Barn Centre, Pennsdale
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“It’s not at all unusual for me to ship 50 to 60 lbs. of kielbasa, Tastykake, Middleswarth Potato Chips, Soppressata, porketta and pizza,” explains Conforti. regional food specialties. One of the more “nontraditional” requests came from a patron a few years ago, who asked Conforti to ship her husband’s grave marker. She was moving and was taking her late spouse with her. A few shipping no-nos are live animals, human remains and hand guns. Whether a parcel is large or small, Conforti says, “As long as I’m not breaking any rules, I made a conscious effort years ago to say ‘yes’ to customers. I’ll find a way continued on page 130
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to get it done.” A commercial business rate with Greyhound is one of the alternatives to shipping he offers for transporting larger items. “Our niche is freight. Having three stores, we do a ton of freight.” In addition to getting your packages safely to its destinations on time, The UPS store offers other services: overnight service through UPS or DHL, packing, faxing, copying, notarizing, laminating, binding and the printing of posters, flyers, and business cards. “After 11 years, people don’t realize we do all of this,” he says. Visit theupsstorelocal.com/3223 (Clarks Summit) theupsstorelocal.com/5956 (Dunmore) and theupsstorelocal.com/6472 (Old Forge) H –Joan Mead-Matsui
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ith the ever-changing downtown, Meegan Possemato decided to put a hobby to good use and give Scranton’s shoppers something a little different. On & On opened in August offering the area repurposed and handmade goods as well as furniture.
“We’re not just a vintage shop. We don’t really do consignment. Artists and vendors rent their spaces and set up their own shops,” explains Possemato. She and her boyfriend frequently go antiquing and visiting vintage stores, thus creating the inspiration for a combination shop. Pop-up markets at the Leonard Theatre during First Fridays offered the perfect testrun for this dream. “We felt confident after two successful First Fridays to start looking for a full-time location,” states Possemato. The down-
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town location was a nobrainer. “We saw our current spot in the revitalized 500 block of Lackawanna Avenue and fell in love,” says Possemato. She also acknowledges the potential of the spot as well as warm neighbors including Bella Faccia and AFA Gallery. The new business owners are also hopeful that an upscale continued on page 134
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restaurant will open soon in a nearby available space. Possemato isn’t merely the business owner, she’s one of the shop’s featured artists as well. “I create candles and purses out of repurposed vintage materials,” she explains. Possemato got her start with a love of
vintage fabrics, such as barkcloth. In addition to the repurposed goods, she creates wristlets, tote bags, iPad cases, table runners and coasters. Some of her biggest sellers are soy wax candles in hand-cut vintage soda bottles. They are sold under the “Wax Junky” line.
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The variety of items that can be found in On & On is rather astounding. Furniture made from salvaged wood and metal are among the Reclamation Industrial Furnishings. Several types of jewelry are also offered, such as pieces made from
Japanese Yuzen paper by The Paper Fuschia or Aquilina Oddities’ semi-precious stone and silver items. Lighting inspired and created from old car parts are Mechanical Concept’s specialty. Possemato notes that some of the most fun items in stock are fascinators, or mini-hats, by Daily Obsession. “That’s not even mentioning our vintage vendors, and we have lots of them, too!” Each seller brands and promotes their individual spaces as their own small business, thus working together to promote the store as a whole. However, keeping so many eclectic ideas in one place can be tricky. Possemato explains, “We want it all to fit together. While everyone creates their own spaces, it’s still more of a curated collection.” H –Nicole Krempasky
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JR’s Hallmark in Tunkhannock
“Not Your Average” Gift Shop Gearing Up for the Holidays
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hopping locally is a great way to find the perfect present for every person on your list. In Tunkhannock, J.R’s Hallmark has redesigned the concept of one-stopshopping to allow locals to find unique gifts for family and friends.
a new addition of Tribal Clothing. Artisan jewelry, collectibles, art prints and many products that are proudly “Made in the U.S.A.” also line the shelves.
While Hallmark is most known for its wide variety of cards for Glenda and Janet Shoemaker every occaOpened in October 1988 sion, clothby Janet Shoemaker and ing and Keepsake ornaRachel Raker, J.R’s Hallmark ments are expected to be is a unique shop now run the biggest sellers this year. by Shoemaker and her This year’s “hot items” also daughter Glenda, who stock the store with unique items that shoppers may not be able to find elsewhere as well as quality cards and signature Hallmark items. “We have everything that Hallmark offers but we also have so much more,” said Glenda. “I am constantly searching for that new must-have gift.” Unique aspects of the shop include a clothing boutique complete with coats, sweaters, vests, ponchos, skirts, leggings, hats and gloves with
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include the 2015 Byer’s Carolers, luxury hats from Poland, recycled items and new artisan pieces from Dianna Kaufmann of Pittsburgh and Lizzy James of California. Customers can expect more than just quality products when shopping locally. J.R’s Hallmark is a corporately branded store with a family feel that prioritizes quality, customer service. When shoppers enter, they are greeted with friendly faces who love their jobs, assisted in choosing the perfect gift for everyone on their lists and welcomed back for all of their gifting needs. continued on page 138
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Owners Janet and Glenda Shoemaker consider their employees family and all have a say in how the business can grow and improve. “When ordering, everyone has input so you have many different tastes that go in many different directions. Add my crazy twist to it and you have J.R's, ‘not-your-average’ Hallmark store,” Glenda shared. The mother-daughter duo’s primary goal is to continue providing great experiences to shoppers and encouraging locals to shop at the familyowned businesses this holiday season. According to Glenda, “I think you will be pleasantly surprised at all of the treasures you will find. Just say ‘yes’ to shopping local!” H –Ashley Price
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Association. “Shoppers really respond well to the service available in stores and they have come to expect that the merchandise will be unique and the service will be personal!”
oliday shopping can be hectic and stressful. The Tunkhannock Business Professional Association is combatting these negative experiences with a fun and interactive event for shoppers to find unique items for everyone on their list while entering to win some great additional prizes they can gift or keep for themselves. The beginning of this holiday shopping season marks the 5th Annual Wreaths Around Tunkhannock. From November 21 to December 19, shoppers can visit over 30 businesses in Tunkhannock to be a part of weekly prize drawing.
An event that began as a way to promote local businesses in both the historic district and around surrounding area has turned into a scavenger hunt for shoppers and browsers alike. A variety of retail shops, organizations and businesses are gearing up to participate in this year’s event by
featuring a uniquely decorated wreath for shoppers to find. Shoppers must visit at least ten of the featured businesses, find the featured wreath and determine its unique theme to be entered to win a weekly gift bag drawing featuring gift cards donated by participating businesses and organizations. “Tunkhannock is a great place to shop because the owners are often waiting on customers. They are very familiar with the merchandise and services they offer and strive to give an extra touch,” shared Nancy Parlo, director of the Tunkhannock Business and Professional
Each year there is a new combination of participants involved. Previous participating businesses have included floral shops, automotive businesses, banks, restaurants, jewelers, salons, hardware supply stores, antique shops, wineries, nonprofit organizations and unique gift shops. This year is expected to bring many businesses previously involved as well as new additions. Registration cards and a list of the Wreaths Around Tunkhannock locations are available at each participating business. The complete list of participants, as well as the address and operating hours of each, is also available on the TBPA website at www.tunkhannockbusiness. com. H –Ashley Price
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HOLIDAY HOMES & CHEER Waverly Comm Prepares for Artisans Marketplace & Holiday House Tour
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he Waverly Community House prepares for another holiday season with its annual Artisans Marketplace and Holiday House Tour, November 21 and 22. This year, visitors can expect over 25 artisan vendors selling a variety of high-quality goods. Products available to shoppers include soaps, leatherware, rugs, hand-turned wood, jewelry and upcycled vintage items. A variety of local food vendors will be at the marketplace as well. As Special Events Coordinator Alex MacNamara explained, “Our committee took extra care this year to carefully curate the show in order to maximize the satisfaction of vendors and visitors alike.” The Holiday House Tour (on Sunday only) will feature three very architecturally-distinct Waverly homes. These home-
owners will open their doors to the area’s best decorators and designers who will deck out these homes for the holiday season. John Mackey of John Mackey Designs will be taking on the Dugas home. Once a carriage house, it has been gorgeously renovated into a spectacular residence. Another featured house that will be decorated by local experts is the Clark and Grindle home. Built in 1914,
this home has only had four owners in its time, and boasts an exceptionally grand living room. The house was built in the traditional arts and crafts style. The last of the three homes is the Nealon residence, a warm colonial-style home that will be transformed for the holidays by designer Rusty Yakel. Organizers hope that visitors will not only enjoy touring these holiday homes, but that they can find some holiday decorating ideas of their own. As MacNamara pointed out, “It is a perfect opportunity to gather some inspiration and new ideas for the upcoming holiday season. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Waverly Community House in Waverly. Tickets are required for the Holiday House Tour, and cost $20. For more, visit www.waverlycomm.org or call 586-8191. H –Melissa Durante
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he church members of St. John's Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Mayfield don't celebrate Christmas until January. But they believe in getting Christmas shopping done early. So the first weekend of November, the church offers an event filled with crafts and gift ideas. On November 6, 7 and 8, St. John's Center, the building across the street from the cathedral located on Hill Street, will host the 22nd annual Christmas Bazaar. "St. John's Christmas Bazaar is an event, where you can find many unique items for gift giving," said Matushka Alexandra Sorochka, who sets up the bazaar with her husband Father John Sorochka, archpriest of St. John's, and 146
The bazaar will have many kinds of handmade items, such as purses, jewelry, glassware, art and crafts, scarves, shawls, floral arrangements, candy and carpets. Some of the vendors will be from nearby businesses such as The Gathering Place in Eynon and Petal Pusher Floral & Gift Shop in Childs. Other vendors will include The Pampered Chef, Chocolate by Tina Marie,
Gracie's Crafts, Gina's Purses, Sylvia's Rugs, Touchtone Crystal Jewelry, Mary Lyn Byer Jewelry and handmade soaps and lotions by Debbie Zegalia. "The response to this annual event is always full of enthusiasm, and the atmosphere
between parishioners and vendors has escalated into a large family," said vendor coordinator Joan Zaleski. "The cooperation from everyone involved is phenomenal! We are always told how unbelievable this event is at the conclusion, and everyone looks forward to returning the following year!" St. John's Bookstore in the lower level will have items imported from Russia, such as matryoshka dolls, also known as Russian nesting dolls. The word "matryoshka" means "little matron" in Russian. Matryoshka dolls are wooden figures traditionally designed as a peasant woman dressed in a sarafan. These dolls come in a set of five or six decreasing in size fitting inside one another. Another item imported from Russia is the lacquer box. Lacquer boxes are made of papier-mâchÊ, and then coated with a clear or colored wood finish. Box tops are hand-painted often with a scene from a folk tale. St. John's Bookstore will also have pendant eggs, ornacontinued on page 148
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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS 41.4107° N I 75.6600° W and 41.4108° N I 75.6606° W
Dr. Victor Liva has strong emotional ties with our orchestra. His father Ferdinand served as co-conductor of the Philharmonic and, as a young professional violinist, Victor was an orchestra member. Liva fondly recalls growing up in NEPA. How fitting that he will return home to celebrate the Holidays with friends and family! Joining Liva for the concert is Mark Kratz, Jesse Hooker and the Choral Society of NEPA. You’ll hear traditional and contemporary songs such as Oh Holy Night, Parade of the Wooden Soldiers, Santa Baby, as well as holiday favorites for Chorus and Orchestra—and Santa's guest appearance will thrill children of all ages! Get into the spirit of the season by celebrating with the Philharmonic!
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Special Guest Conductor: Dr. Victor Liva Guest Artists: Mark Kratz, tenor Jessie Hooker, alto Ballet Theater of Scranton The Choral Society of NEPA and surprise visitors
DECEMBER 4, 2015 I 7 PM Scranton Cultural Center
DECEMBER 5, 2015 I 7 PM F.M. Kirby Center
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ments, icons and wooden, hand-carved Santas, which are all imported from Russia. Icons, ornaments and holy water bowls from Greece and the Holy Land will also be available for sale. The bazaar is also known for its ethnic foods, which is all made by parishoners. Their specialty dish is pierogies, made for the past 45 years from an old family recipe. They prepare 15,000 pierogies for the bazaar alone. Throughout the year, they make tens of thousands for special sales during Christmastime, Great Lent, and spring and summer holidays. "Thanks to the faithful parishioners who attend the projects, we are able to continue making pierogi at our church center," said Sorochka. Parishioners also cook clam chowder, haluski (cabbage and noodles), kolachi (nut rolls), pizza, grilled shrimp Caesar salads, fish sandwiches, fish dinner and spanakopita, which is a Greek pie with spinach and cheese. On November 6, baked haddock dinners will be served starting at 4 p.m. On November 7 and 8, the parishioners will cook hamburgers, hot dogs, meat-
ball subs, pork sandwiches, Italian wedding soup, grilled chicken Caesar salads, chicken marsala, city chicken, and cabbage roll dinners. Food can be
St. John's Russian Orthodox Church celebrates Christmas on January 7 because they follow the Julian calendar. eaten in or taken out. All of the other foods, including bread, Christmas cookies and desserts are homemade by the women of St. John's. Julie Telep, Karen Tomanchek, Lori Ostir and Debbi Suchnick handle the dessert stand with many varieties of cake. On November 7 between noon and 4 p.m., there will be horse-drawn sleigh rides with Santa outside St. John's Center. Photographer Steve Kurey will take photos of the sleigh rides. The photos will be available for purchase. St. John's Russian Orthodox Church celebrates Christmas on January 7 because they follow the Julian calendar. After liturgy, the people of St. John's visit friends and rela-
tives at local nursing homes in the nearby towns of Carbondale, Waymart and Forest City. Children and parents pray and sing Russian Christmas songs to nursing home residents. Some of the church members go caroling at the homes of the parishioners. The Annual Christmas Bazaar is St. John's main fundraiser. Proceeds from the bazaar provide funds for educational programs, senior citizens, church maintenance and upkeep of the property. The bazaar will also raise funds by raffles. "Our Christmas Bazaar is an institution in Mayfield that draws people from not only Pennsylvania but other states," said Father John Sorochka. "It's like a "homecoming" to many people. What draws them to this event is not only the homemade foods and availability of beautiful Christmas gifts, by most importantly, the fellowship that is created and appreciated by those who attend." Call 570-876-0730 or 570254-6882. H —Ben Freda
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MAY–DEC: Thurs.–Sun.
300 Cliff Street, Scranton, PA 18503 www.ectma.org
APRIL 1–NOV 30 Closed Easter Sunday & Thanksgiving Day Bald Mountain Rd, Scranton, PA 18504 www.lackawannacounty.org/index.php/attractions/coal-mine
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Not So Trivial Pursuits...
Test Your NEPA Knowledge with a New Board Game
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hile cleaning out the closet, an idea for a new project hit Bernie Maopolski– literally! While cleaning up the pieces to the “Family Guy” board game that fell on him, it dawned on Maopolski– he should make a local Pennsylvania trivia game.
“You Live Here…You Should Know This!” is the new Trivia Quest Scranton and Lackawanna County board game, debuting in midNovember, just in time to purchase as a holiday gift. One Point, Inc. created the game. Maopolski, manager of promotional products for One Point, Inc., conceptualized the game, which was designed by Claire Davis. Maopolski is hoping to repeat the success he had with his first board game– Scranton-opoly, which was a big hit in 2011. The launch of the new trivia game coincides nicely with Scranton’s 150th birthday. The trivia quest board game is based on the history, culture, sports, people and geography of Scranton and Lackawanna County. The game includes over 650 questions, which are all multiple choice. The questions are ranked by level of difficul-
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ty. The harder the question, the more trivia bucks earned. Players with the most trivia bucks at the end of the game win. All games include over $150 worth of local coupons, and 15 random games will have a $20 Nina’s (local pizza shop) gift certificate inside. The Lackawanna Historical Society provided half of the questions and the other half were done by Maopolski, who has a degree in history. This not only makes a great gift for people of all ages but is also a great way to teach children or new-comers to the area about the history and culture of the Scranton and Lackawanna area in a fun and entertaining way.
Express and other local businesses. Only 3,000 of the trivia quest games were made, which is a very limited supply in comparison to the 5,000 first editions of Scrantonopoly, which sold out in the first three weeks. Non-profit groups and schools are also encouraged to use the trivia games for fundraisers while the supplies last. H –Mandy Stickles
“Scranton is where it all started for me when I first created Scranton-opoly. I was excited to be able to get back to the Scranton area, where I am originally from and work with so many of my friends and familiar co-workers,” said Maopolski. The game will be sold for $19.95 and available mainly at Gerrity’s, Fidelity Bank, Geisinger, The Scranton Times, Nina’s, The University of Scranton Bookstore, Library HappeningsPA.com
Game inventor, Bernie Maopolski
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T H E
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EVENTS We are pleased to invite you to a variety of lectures, cultural events and performances available as resources to our Scranton area neighbors.
November 5
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Schemel World Affairs Luncheon Series: “Why Not Just Forget About the Middle East?” presented by Trudy Rubin, Worldview columnist for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fees Vary. Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Call 570-941-6206.
November 6-8, 13-15
8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday
The University of Scranton Players present “The Baltimore Waltz” by Paula Vogel. Ticket prices vary. McDade Center for the Literary and Performing Arts. Call 570-941-4318.
November 8
Open House for high school juniors & seniors. Call 1-888-SCRANTON.
November 10
7:30 p.m.
Fall Sustainability Symposium: Keynote and Panel Discussion: “Pope Francis’s Laudato Si’ Encyclical, Climate Change a Call for Action.” Free. McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Call 570-941-7520.
December 3
5:30 p.m.
Schemel Forum and the Office of Community and Government Relations Collaborative Program: “Strategizing Scranton’s Recovery” presented by Henry Amoroso, budget consultant to the City of Scranton and member of the firm Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi. Free. Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Call 570-941-6206.
December 5
8 p.m.
Performance Music: “48th Annual Noel Night” featuring University of Scranton singers and chamber ensembles. Free. Houlihan-McLean Center. Call 570-941-7624.
STAY INFORMED
…about University events, programs & resources. Visit scranton.edu/community Subscribe to Community Relations E-Newsletter Email community@scranton.edu to receive monthly updates Questions? Call 570-941-4419
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COLONIAL BRICK INN & SUITES
Come and enjoy Pennsylvania hospitality at its finest. Call to reserve your special occasion package. Winter ski or summer golf packages, we will cater to guests all seasons of the year. New meeting room and free Internet in rooms. 25161 Route 11, Hallstead. 570-879-2162 or 1-800-290-3922 www.colonialbrickinn.com
CRESCENT LODGE
What luxury our “cabin in the woods” offers! Queen canopy bed, stone fireplace, jacuzzi for two, two TVs, private covered deck and full kitchen. Enjoy our Starting Post Cocktail Lounge and award-winning restaurant. Located two miles from Mt Airy Casino, 10 minutes from the Crossings and 15 minutes from Camelback Ski Area. Paradise Valley. Cresco, PA 800-392-9400 www.CrescentLodge.com.
THE FRENCH MANOR– Romantic country inn modeled after a French chateau. Gourmet French cuisine, excellent wines. AAA 4-Diamond Award Winner for lodging and dining. Luxurious suites with fireplace, Jacuzzis & balcony. New GREEN spa, Le Spa Foret. Includes indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room, couples’ massage suite, fireplace, pedicures & more. South Sterling, PA. 1-877-720-6090. www.TheFrenchManor.com
THE JAMES MANNING HOUSE– Welcome to a perfect alternative to traditional hotel lodging, this historic B&B offers all the comforts of home. Three well-appointed guest rooms, private baths, central AC, TV, WiFi, gardens and more. Enjoy a hearty home cooked breakfast, all with warm, friendly hospitality. Honesdale, PA 570-253-5573. www.jamesmanninghouse.com
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Keuka Lakeside Inn– Located on the shores of Keuka Lake in the village of Hammondsport, this Inn offers 17 newly renovated, comfortable accommodations and spectacular views with an on-site boat launch and docking available. Find us on Facebook also. 24 Water St., Hammondsport, NY 14840 (607) 569-2600, www.keukalakesideinn.com
Rosemont inn bed & breakfast– Enjoy the elegance of this 1859 renovated home in the Historic District of Montrose. Cozy get-aways, retreats, parties & reunions are made memorable here. 8 guest rooms with private baths. Lovely amenities. Within walking distance to downtown. 165 Lake Ave., Montrose, PA. (570) 2787600. www.therosemontinnbb.com
STONE BRIDGE INN & RESTAURANT– European-style inn, restaurant & tavern in a spectacular country setting. 13 charming rooms, with private baths, TV, A/C, several with fireplaces, free WI-FI. Continental breakfast, indoor pool/hot tub, horseback riding. Excellent dinner cuisine. Exit 206, Rt. 374 East two miles past Elk Mountain, Union Dale. 570-679-9200. www.Stone-Bridge-Inn.com.
Vinehurst Inn & Suites–Comfort abounds at Hammondsport's family owned and operated Inn in the Finger Lakes! Start your adventure with our warm & relaxing hospitality. Enjoy rooms, romantic whirlpool suites, fully appointed family suites, WiFi, continental breakfast only 1.5 miles from Hammondsport & Keuka Lake! Veteran-owned. 7988 State Route 54 Hammondsport, NY. (607) 569-2300 Reservations www.vinehurstinn.com
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Fritz Brothers Well Drilling Continuous Service Since 1930
Water Systems Pipe & Fittings 100 Cliff Street, Honesdale, PA 18431 Located on Route 6 (570) 253-2660
Member of PA & NY & National Water Well Associations
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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Area code 570 unless specified
SPECIAL EVENTS Nov. 1, Reapers Revenge, Olyphant, 253-4746. Nov. 1, Circle of Screams, 6 p.m.-11 p.m., Circle Drive-In Theater, Scranton, 489-5731.
Nov. 14, Sacred Heart Legacy Gala, Best Westen Pioneer Plaza, Carbondale, 9836667.
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Nov. 1, Halloween Hallows, The Discovery Center, Binghamton, NY 607-773-8661. Oct. 10-Nov. 2, Scare at St. Mary’s Villa, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., St. Mary's Villa, Elmhurst Township, 795-2810.
Nov. 14-15, Holiday Fest, 11 a.m.5 p.m., Mud and Fire Potters, Little Meadows, 623-3335.
Nov. 5-8, Holiday Open House, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Conklin’s Unique Country, Susquehanna, 465-5500.
Nov. 14, Pennsylvania Polka Event, 6 p.m.-6:30 p.m., WVIA Public Media Studios, Pittston, 6021134.
Nov. 7, United Way of Columbia County's 3rd Annual Turkey Trot, 9 a.m., The Links at Hemlock Creek, Buckhorn, 784-3134. Nov. 7, WVIA Family Event at the Lackawanna County Coal Mine and the Anthracite Heritage Museum, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., McDade Park, Scranton, 602-1127.
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Nov. 14-15, Galleria at Scranton Prep, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Xavier Center, Scranton, 941-7743.
Nov. 7, CANCERTACULAR, 9 a.m.4 p.m., Oblates of St. Joseph, Pittston, 655-8860.
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Nov. 20-22, Holiday Open House at The Apple Wagon Antique Mall, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Apple Wagon Antique Mall, Tunkhannock, 836-8713. Nov. 21-22, Holiday Fest, 11 a.m.5 p.m., Mud and Fire Potters, Little Meadows, , 623-3335. Nov 21-22, Artisans’ Marketplace, Waverly Community House, Waverly.
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Hawley Silk Mill, Hawley, 390-4440. Nov. 27, Cooper’s Charity Cask Night: Scranton Tomorrow, 5 p.m., Cooper’s Seafood House, Scranton, 346-6883. Nov. 28, Home for the Holidays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Eagles Mere Shop & Museum, Eagles Mere, 525-3155. Nov. 28-29, Green Up Weekend, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Creekside Gardens, Tunkhannock, 836-3595. Nov. 29, Buy Local Holiday Marketplace, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton. 344-111.
COMMUNITY EVENTS Sep. 18-Nov. 1, Fall Hayrides, Kohl’s Stony Hill Tree Farm, Milton, 437-3442.
Nov. 7, Open House, 10 a.m.noon, Luzerne County Community College, Nanticoke, 1-800-377-5222.
Nov. 21-22, Christmas Tea at the Historic Lodge, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Lacawac Sanctuary, Lake Ariel, 689-9494.
Nov. 7-8, 2015 Fall Antiques Expo, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Four Points by Sheraton, Scranton, 960-2754.
Nov. 22, Holiday House Tour, Waverly Community House, Waverly.
Nov. 8, 3rd Annual Our Taste of the Town “Wine & Wonka,” 2 p.m.5 p.m., Best Western Pioneer Plaza, Carbondale, 282-1690.
Nov. 25, Cooper's Charity Cask Night: Habitat for Humanity of Lackawanna County, 5 p.m., Cooper’s Seafood House, Scranton, 346-6883.
Nov. 11, Veterans Appreciation, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., The Setters Inn and Ledges Hotel, Hawley, 226-2993.
Nov. 25, Thanksgiving Eve ’80s Party, 8 p.m., Glass—wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Hotel, Hawley, 226-1993.
Nov. 5, Lady Jane’s Salon, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Bartolai Winery, West Pittston, 388-8466.
Nov. 13, Father and Son Italian Wine Dinner, 7 p.m., The Settlers Inn, Hawley, 226-2993.
Nov. 26, Thanksgiving Dinner to Go, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Mill Market at The
Nov. 6-8, Annual Christmas Bazaar, St. John’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral
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Oct. 10-Nov. 9, Pumpkin Slinging, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Pocono Raceway, Long Pond, 646-2300. Nov. 1, St. Stanislaus United Youth Association Craft Fair, 11 a.m.2 p.m., St. Stanislaus Youth Center, Scranton, 842-8451. Nov. 5, 2nd Annual— A Chair Affair, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Junior Achievement of Northeast, Pittston, 602-3600.
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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS COMMUNITY EVENTS Nov. 1, Fall Hayrides, Kohl’s Stony Hill Tree Farm, Milton, 437-3442. Nov. 1-9, Pumpkin Slinging, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Pocono Raceway, Long Pond, 646-2300. Nov. 1, St. Stanislaus United Youth Association Craft Fair, 11 a.m.2 p.m., St. Stanislaus Youth Center, Scranton, 842-8451. Nov. 5, 2nd Annual— A Chair Affair, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Junior Achievement of Northeast, Pittston, 602-3600. Nov. 5, Lady Jane’s Salon, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Bartolai Winery, West Pittston, 388-8466. Nov. 6, Night at the Races, 6 p.m., St. Mary’s Center, Scranton, 3464010. Nov. 7, 14, 21 & 28, The Main Street Farmers’ Market, The Cooperage Project, Honesdale, 2532020. Nov. 7, World Community Day, noon, Presbyterian Church of the Mountain, Delaware Water Gap, 629-0649. Nov. 7, Boy Scout Troop 57 Pasta Dinner, 3-7 p.m., Mary Mother of God Parish, Scranton. Nov. 7-8, Chili Cook-Off, noon-3 p.m., Century Club, Scranton, 342-0204. Nov. 7, Cub Scout Pasta Dinner, 4 p.m.-7 p.m., Jefferson Lions Club, Mt Cobb, 689-5577. Nov. 7, Geno Comonie
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Fundraising Pasta Dinner, 4 p.m.8 p.m., Eureka Hose Co. Firehouse, Olyphant, 383-9552.
5K/10K, 8 a.m.-8:30 a.m., The Commonwealth Medical College, Scranton, 504-7000.
Nov. 7, Forksville/Hillsgrove Roast Turkey Dinner, 5 p.m., Forksville United Methodist Church, Forksville, 924-3182.
Nov. 15, Pocono Health System Visiting Nurse & Camp; Hospice Care Coach Bingo, 1 p.m.-4 p.m., Jackson Township Firehouse, Reeders, 517-7421.
Nov. 7, Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, 5 p.m.-7 p.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry, 828-2319.
Nov. 16, Harvest Luncheon/Bazaar, 10:30 a.m., Century Club, Scranton, 342-0204.
Nov. 8, Chicken Barbecue, Browndale Fire Company, Forest City, 785-5300.
Nov. 18, Hooks and Needles, 1 p.m., Century Club, Scranton, 3420204.
Nov. 8, Fall Festival & Bazaar, 2-5 p.m., Howard Gardner School, Scranton.
Nov. 18, Evening Fireside Chat: Sheridan.“Financial Planning,” 6:30 p.m, Century Club, Scranton, 342-0204.
Nov. 8, Open House for High School Juniors & and Seniors, The University of Scranton, Scranton, 1-888-72726866. Nov. 14, Dorothy Boccella Holiday Marketplace, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Abington Community Library, Clarks Summit, 570-587-3440. Nov. 14, Scout Pack 21 Craft Fair, 10 a.m., Lasalle Academy, Jessup, 489-2010. Nov. 14, Holiday Vendor Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Carbondale Area Elementary School, Carbondale, 963-6853. Nov. 14, Fall Meat Raffle, 5 p.m.9 p.m., Emergency Services Building, Forest City, 785-5025. Nov. 14, Game Dinner, 5 p.m.-7 p.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry, 828-2319. Nov. 15, TCMC’s Turkey Trot
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Nov. 19, Game Night, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., The Cooperage, Honesdale, 253-2020. Nov. 20, Suicide: Creating A Community of Hope and Healing, Genetti Best Western Hotel and Conference Center, Wilkes-Barre, 823-5144. Nov. 20-22, Holiday Open House, Everything Natural, Clarks Summit, 586-9684. Nov. 21, Free Book Swap, 10 a.m.2 p.m., Wayne Conservation District, Honesdale, 689-9494. Nov. 21-22, Candlelight Preview, 5 p.m.-9 p.m., Downtown Danville, Danville, 284-4502. Nov. 21, Shall We Dance?, 6 p.m.10 p.m., Century Club, Scranton, 342-0204. Nov. 22, 2nd Annual JCC Craft Show, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Scranton JCC, Scranton, 346-6595.
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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Nov. 22, Book Club: The Nightingale, 2 p.m., Century Club, Scranton, 342-0204.
F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, 826-1100.
Nov. 25-26, Open Electric Jam, 7 p.m.-10 a.m., The Cooperage, Honesdale, 253-2020.
Nov. 7, Wyoming County Chorale, 7:30 p.m., Tunkhannock Middle School, Tunkhannock, 836-8235.
Nov. 26, Free Tours of Jackson Mansion First Floor, 10 a.m.noon, The Jackson Mansion, Berwick, 759-8020.
Nov. 7, Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes, 8 p.m., Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel, NY, 1-845-583-2060.
Nov. 27, Parade of Lights, 6 p.m., Main Street, Bloomsburg, 7841200.
Nov. 7, Gracie and Rachel, 8 p.m.10 p.m., Harmony Presents, Hawley, 588-8077.
Nov. 27, Coal Town Rounders, 7:30 p.m., The Cooperage, Honesdale, 253-2020.
Nov. 8, Honor Finnegan, 3 p.m., The Cooperage Project, Honesdale, 253-2020.
Nov. 28, A Contra Dance, 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m., The Cooperage, Honesdale, 253-2020.
Nov. 11, Open Mic Night, 7 p.m.10 p.m., The Cooperage, Honesdale, 253-2020.
Nov. 29, Steak Bake, American Legion - Raught Hall Post 510, Laceyville, 869-9986.
Nov. 12, NE Philharmonic Dancing to Brooklyn, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., Sordoni Theatre at WVIA Studios, Pittston, 270-4444.
Nov. 29, Holiday Bows and Boughs, noon-2 p.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry, 828-2319. Nov. 30, Annual Roast Beef “BUCK-NITE” Dinner, 5 p.m., Forksville United Methodist Church, Forksville, 924-3182. CONCERTS
Nov. 13, Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band, 7 p.m., Sherman Theater, Stroudsburg, 420-2808. Nov. 13, Sounds Like Teen Spirit, 7 p.m.-10 p.m., The Cooperage, Honesdale, 253-2020. Nov. 13, Jim Lauderdale, 8 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, 826-1100.
Nov. 1, Arcadia Chorale Concert “Saints and Sinners,” 3 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Wilkes-Barre, 947-1182.
Nov. 14, The Ultimate Bradstan Reunion, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel, NY, 1-800-745-3000.
Nov. 1, Doo Wop Spectacular: Volume 7, 7 p.m., The F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre. 826-1100.
Nov. 14, Skytop Orchestra, Skytop Lodge, Skytop, (855) 3457759.
Nov. 14, Steve Hackett, 8 p.m., The F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, 826-1100. Nov. 14, Aztec Two Step, 8 p.m.10 p.m., Harmony Presents, Hawley, 588-8077. Nov. 14, NE PhilharmonicDeparting Washington DC for the European Capitals, 8 p.m.-10 p.m., Theater at Lackawanna College, Scranton, 270-4444. Nov. 18, Acoustic Bluegrass Jam, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., The Cooperage, Honesdale, 253-2020. Nov. 20, 50s Dance Party: Music by Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Richie Valens, 7:30 p.m., State Theatre for the Arts, Easton, 610252-3132. Nov. 21, Doug Smith Big Band, 6 p.m.-11 p.m., Broadway Theatre Gala Fundraiser at the Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton, 343-7271. Nov. 21, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: The Two Man Group, 8 p.m., State Theatre for the Arts, Easton, 610-252-3132. Nov. 21, Swampcandy, 8 p.m.10 p.m., Harmony Presents, Hawley, 588-8077. Nov. 22, All-Church Recital with First Presbyterian Church Musical Ensembles, 4 p.m., First Presbyterian, Clarks Summit, 586-6306. Nov. 25, The Brian Setzer Orchestra 12th Annual Christmas Rocks! Tour, 8 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center, 826-1100. Nov. 27-28, Railroad Earth’s
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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Annual Horn O'Plenty, The Sherman Theater, Stroudsburg, 420-2808. Nov. 27, Wizards of Winter, 8 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, 826-1100. Nov. 28, The Sea The Sea, 8 p.m.10 p.m., Harmony Presents, Hawley, 588-8077. Nov. 29, Hot Tuna, The Sherman Theater, Stroudsburg, 420-2808. Nov. 29, The Struts, 8 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, 826-1100. Nov. 29, Delaware Valley Choral Society,“Christmas with Rutter & Friends,” 2 p.m., Drew United Methodist Church, Port Jervis, NY 845-856-5696. THEATER Oct. 27-Nov. 1, The Book of Mormon, Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton, 342-7784. Nov. 6-8, The Lakeside Players Present “Bus Stop,” Lakeville Community Hall, Lakeville, 2266207. Nov. 6-8, Ultimate Music Theater Weekend, 7 p.m.-10 p.m., St. Basil’s Hall, Dushore, 928-8927.
Nov. 6, The Gallagher Joke’s on You Comedy Tour, 8 p.m.-8:30 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center, WilkesBarre 826-1100. Nov. 12-15, The Good Doctor by Neil Simon, 7 p.m., West Scranton High School, Scranton, 348-3616. Nov. 27-Dec. 27, A Christmas Story, Alvina Kraus Theatre, Bloomsburg. 784-8181 SEMINARS & LECTURES Nov. 1-Dec. 19, Byzantine Iconography classes, 9 a.m.noon, St. Andrei Icon Studio, Scranton, 342-2921. Nov. 1-14, How to Be a Great Singer, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock, 836-8595. Nov. 4, Essential Oils Workshop, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center, Covington, 842-1506. Nov. 4, Historian James McPherson, 7 p.m., Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton. Nov. 8, Nina Flanagan,“Aging Well in a Nutshell,” 2 p.m., Century Club, Scranton, 342-0204.
Nov. 10, Civil War Roundtable: A General Discussion of the Book “Plenty of Blame to Go Around” by Eric Wittenberg, 7 p.m., Catlin House, Scranton, 215313-1710. Nov. 12, Backyard Beekeeping: Beekeeping Equipment, 6 p.m.7:30 p.m., Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center, Covington, 842-1506. Nov. 13-14, Get Untangled 2.0: Church Technology Ministry Conference, Summit University, Clarks Summit, 586-2400. Nov. 17, Student-Run Stuttering Support Group Meeting, 7 p.m.8:30 p.m., Misericordia University, Dallas, 674-6724. Nov. 18, Scam Education Presentation by Janene M. Holter, 11 a.m.-noon, Honesdale Senior Center, Honesdale, 2534262. Nov. 19, Scam Education Presentation by Janene M. Holter, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Hamlin Senior Center, Hamlin, 253-4262.
Ruback’s Portrait Studio
• Engagement/Wedding Photography • Maternity Photography • Pet Photography Specializing in detail-oriented quality pictures since 2000 of pets, babies and various subjects. Commemorating special occasions and promoting businesses with a top-notch product.
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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS Nov. 24, Scam Education Presentation by Janene M. Holter, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Hawley Senior Center, Hawley, 253-4262 ART EXHIBITS Nov. 1, The Steampunk Exhibition: Where Victorian History Meets Science Fiction, Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts, Bethlehem, 1-800-360-TOUR.
Apr. 1-Nov. 30, Butterflies, Clyde Peeling’s Reptileland, Allenwood, 538-1869. Nov. 2, Children’s Cancer Support Group, 5 p.m.-7 p.m., Timmy’s Town Center at the Steamtown Mall, Scranton, 3411511. Nov. 6, Curious George, 10 a.m.-, F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, 826-1100.
Nov 1-Dec. 31, Threads: Connecting 60’s & Modern Rockwear, The Museum at Bethel Woods, Bethel, NY, 845-295-2522.
Nov. 8, Disney Live! Three Classic Fairy Tales, 1 p.m.-4 p.m., Mohegan Sun Arena, Wilkes-Barre Township, 970-7600.
Nov. 1- 30, To Your Health! The Science, Culture & Art of the Cocktail, Everhart Museum, Scranton, 346-7186.
Nov. 12, Natural Wonders: Animal Aerobics, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m., Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center, Covington, 842-1506.
Nov. 1-12, Northeast Biennial Twenty Fifteen, Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall, Scranton, 941-4214.
KIDS CORNER Apr. 1-Nov. 30, Dinosaurs Come to Life, Clyde Peeling’s Reptileland, Allenwood, 5381869.
Nov. 18, Live Reptile & Amphibian Show, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center, Covington, 842-1506. Nov. 21, Kids Day at The World of Little League with WVIA, 10 a.m.2 p.m., The World of Little League, Armstrong, 602-1127. Nov. 28-29, North Pole Express, Wesley United Methodist Church, Bloomsburg, 784-2522. Nov. 28, Children’s Cancer Support Group, 10 a.m.-noon, TCMC, Scranton, 342-8874. Find more November events at www.HappeningsPA.com!
Nov. 15, Alvin & the Chipmunks Live!, 3 p.m., F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre, 826-1100. Nov. 16, Children’s Cancer Support Group, 5 p.m.-7 p.m., Timmy’s Town Center at the Steamtown Mall, Scranton, 3411511.
Celebrations on The Farm
A small flower and grass fed beef farm nestled in the hills of the Delaware River Valley Highlands, we specialize in wedding floral design both on & off-site. The 19th century barn & surrounding gardens provide a wonderful recipe for celebrations on the farm.
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