The Examined Life - Artist Reception: Friday, Feb. 3, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. New Visions Studio & Gallery, 201 Vine St., Scranton. Paintings of everyday life in different media. Featuring works by Mike Carson, John Kolbek, Ka-Son Reeves, Kevin Schappert, Alison Schmidit, Megan Tucker, Beth Tyrrell. 878-3970 or newvisionstudio.com. On exhibit through Feb. 25.
Sacred Birch: Paintings by Koval Grippo: Friday, Feb. 3, 5 p.m. Lectured by Grippo, Brennan Hall, University of Scranton. Reception from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. follows in The Hope Horn Gallery. Free. Open to public. A former North Pocono resident, Grippo’s main interest lies in capturing a moment in an abstract way through a combination of color, texture and movement. 941-4214. On exhibit through March 2.
The Lackawanna County Department of Arts and Culture in partnership with the University of Scranton’s Small Business Development Center will sponsor Building Your Arts Business, a four-week, free workshop for artists on how to start their arts-related business.
Seeking Art Work of Howard Becker: The Wayne County Historical Society (WCHS) is inviting owners of Howard Becker artwork to lend for an exhibit. If you wish to have the artwork included in the exhibit, call the WCHS at 253-3240 or e-mail wchshop@ptd.net. Please call before Jan. 30 (extended deadline).
Honesdale native Crystal Satriano has recently opened a new photography studio on the corner of Church and Main streets in Moscow. Located at 101 Church St., Crystal Satriano Photography would like to become the studio best known for its uncanny ability to capture all of life’s most precious moments.
The Wayne County Historical Society is inviting owners of Howard Becker artwork to lend for an exhibit. If you wish to have the artwork included in the exhibit, call the Wayne County Historical Society at 253-3240 or e-mail wchshop@ptd.net. Please call before Jan. 30 (extended deadline).
Arabesque Academy of Dancing will present their third annual holiday production on Saturday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. at the Mellow Theater in Scranton.
A Christmas Carol: Sunday, Dec. 11, 1 p.m. The Hideout Lodge, Lake Ariel. Rt. 590, three miles east of Hamlin corners. Performed by Kathy Jenkins Performing Arts Center. $5. 689-5590.
A Christmas Carol: Friday, Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m. Evergreen Elementary, Rt. 191 (between Hamlin and Lake Ariel). Performed by Kathy Jenkins Performing Arts Center. $5. 689-5590.
Come and join us for the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the performance of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, presented under the artistic direction of Helen Gaus of the Scranton Civic Ballet Company.
Holiday Craft & Gift Fair: Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. North Pocono Intermediate, 701 Church St., Moscow. Any vendor interested in participating in the fair is asked to contact Karen Mattern at 842-1645 for more information. Proceeds benefit the NPI Playground Drive.
Evergreen Wreaths: Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. - Noon. LCEI, 10 Moffat Dr., Covington Twp. Artist Sally Robertson teaches how to create your own unique wreath with natural materials. Bring your favorite ribbon. $20 per person. Pre-payment required. 842-1506.
New Visions Studio & Gallery presents “Give the Gift of Art”, an exhibit and holiday sale beginning on Friday, Dec. 2 and ending on Wednesday, Dec. 28. There will be an opening reception on First Friday Scranton - Dec. 2nd - from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature live Christmas music performed by Donnie Kirchner from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Our Town: Dec. 1-4. University of Scranton, McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts. Presented by The University of Scranton Players. Fees vary. 941-4318.
Art in Nature: Gourd Ornaments: Saturday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. - Noon. LCEI, 10 Moffat Dr., Covington Twp. Artist Sally Robertson will teach you how to make beautiful holiday ornaments by decorating and painting natural mini gourds. Several techniques explored. $20 per person. Pre-payment required. Fore more information call 842-1506.
The Cabin Cafe, located on Main Street in Moscow, will host an Artist Reception and Exhibition on Sunday, Nov. 13, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The exhibition titled, “Gal’s from a Studio” will be on display through Dec. 13.
Jefferson Elementary 1st Annual Craft Fair: Sunday, Nov. 13, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 825 Lions Rd Jefferson Twp. Numerous vendors with great gift ideas. The cost is $20 per table for anyone interested in participating. Please contact Sarah Keating at sarahcanjar@yahoo.com or 610-390-7961.
Christmas Bazaar: Saturday, Nov. 5 and Sunday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. St. Catherine of Siena Church, Church Street, Moscow. Kelly Hall. There will be tricky trays, instant bingo, crafts, 50/50, used book sale, bake sale, Christmas attic treasures. There will also be a light luncheon. This event is being sponsored by Altar & Rosary.
The Lackawanna College Environmental Institute (LCEI) will host an environmentally themed art exhibit that will showcase artwork from Lackawanna College students, faculty and staff. The show will begin on Oct. 28 and continue through Dec. 7. An opening reception will be held on Friday, Oct. 28, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at LCEI located on the Moffat Estate, Rt. 435, Covington Twp. Refreshments will be served and admission is free.
Celtic Bonfire and Harvest Fest: Friday, Oct. 21, 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. Scranton Iron Furnaces, 159 Cedar Ave., Scranton. Featuring music from the Tom Petty Appreciation Band, readings by poet John E. McGuigan, refreshments, pumpkin carving, apple bobbing and mural painting. $10 in advance, $15 at the door, at Anthracite Heritage Museum, McDade Park. 963-4804.
