The Abington Journal 01-02-2013

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Ever wonder what other cultures do to celebrate New Years Eve? Find out in this months My Edition youth section Page 4.
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Matching GIFTS
BY ELIZABETH BAUMEISTER
lbaumeister@theabingtonjournal.com
SPINNING CREATIVITY
hen Doug Dixon, 44, of Waymart, decided to donate a kidney to a friend in need, he had no idea how far the impact of this gift would reach. Although his blood type did not match as hed hoped with that of his friend, Charles Ripple, of Orson, who he is acquainted with through Pleasant Mount United Methodist Church, his information was entered Dr. Chintalapati into a paired kidney exVarma change program to see if he was a match for any other patient in need of a kidney transplant. Dixon explained if a match was found, Ripple would be guaranteed a kidney from another donor in the program. Dixon said he was informed it could take one or two years to locate a recipient for his kidney because of his rare blood type. Within two months, a match was found in Kentucky. A match for Ripple was also found, his coming all the way from Greece. This, according to Dr. Chintalapati Varma, Geisinger Health System director of transplant and liver surgery, was the first international organ transplant in the US. Varma explained similar circumstances to those of Dixon and Ripple are not uncommon. Often a family member or friend of a patient will want to donate a kidney in order to save his or her life, but their blood type will not be a match. So, they are entered into the paired kidney exchange program. He said sometimes that donor will match up with another patient, whose donor matches the first patients blood type. When that happens, the exchange is simple, between
See Gifts, Page 9
Glenburn residents balk at lighting pitch

BY GERARD NOLAN Abington Journal Correspondent
Josh Gaudet and Logan Shaver of Tunkhannock molding clay into bowls.
ABINGTON JOURNAL PHOTOS/JASON RIEDMILLER
Cali Wisnosky of Tunkhannock displays a clay bird she made at Holiday Camp.
Under the direction of artists-in-residence Amy and Steve Colley, children learned to throw pots on potters wheels, create sculptures and design 3-D collages out of recycled household items in Tunkhannock Dec. 27 and 28. This annual two-day Holiday Camp for children between ages five and 12 took place at the Dietrich Theater. For additional photos, see Page 7.
Happy holiday campers
GLENBURN TWP. - A Glenburn Twp. board of supervisors meeting got heated Dec.17 after a group of neighbors stated their opposition to the Abington Little Leagues plans to erect lights at the Ackerly Field Complex. Neighbors said they had consented to the complexs construction at140 Ackerly Road in the late1990s under the condition that the league refrain from installing lighting or sound systems for the life of the complex. The promise is recorded in the minutes of a supervisors meeting from more than a decade ago, they maintained. They guaranteed the neighbors that there would never be lighting, said neighbor Lynn Sansky, who lives close to the complex. The league, however, wants to revisit the matter with the township. League officials cited the need for more Fall Ball games, which take place when the sun sets earlier in the day. They said the addition of All Star games and more league participants factored into their decision. Abington Little League Fall Ball Commissioner Ryan Mitvalsky explained that the new lights are necessary at the complex and that many Little League fields in the region are already equipped with the lights. Weve grown to over 800 kids, Mitvalsky said. Were going to have to turn them away (if the lights arent installed). The Little League said it would work with the neighbors
See Lighting, Page 7
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Crossbow-inflicted injuries common, preventable

BY ROBERT TOMKAVAGE
rtomkavage@theabingtonjournal.com
According to Dr. Ashish Mahajan, the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville received eight calls within Dr. Mahajan the last year of left thumb injuries related to bow hunting, specifically with crossbows. Dr. Mahajan added that a national study Dr. Chan of hospitals reported that 40 percent of hand injuries sustained in bow hunting accidents result from improper use of the crossbow. Although experience is an important factor in preventing injuries, Mahajan said even the most refined hunters can have
a mishap. Weve seen some young women in the 20s with injuries from their first time out, but weve also seen hunters who have as much as 20 years of experience, he said. It only takes a split second to lose focus, thats why the safety mechanisms are so important. According to Mahajan, most injuries result from the hunters hands moving above the stock and into the path of the cable. The magnitude of the injuries is varied. I seen injuries that have ranged from bruises to near amputation, he said. Recovery time also depends on the extent of the injury, but injuries could potentially have long-term effects. Treatment can include months to years of surgery to rehabilitate an injury that takes a split second to occur, Mahajan said. Thumb injuries are more serious because of the reliance
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Weve seen some young women in the 20s with injuries from their first time out, but weve also seen hunters who have as much as 20 years of experience. It only takes a split second to lose focus, thats why the safety mechanisms are so important.
-Dr. Ashish Mahajan
Kindess ripples through A.H.H.S.

help from the school administration, are inspiring others to practice random acts of When was the last time kindness closer to home. you smiled at or compliTheir efforts began with a mented someone? two-week campaign in In the same way a young boy in the 2000 movie, Pay which the focus the first week centered on suicide It Forward attempts to prevention and awareness make the world a better place after his teacher gives through the SADD club. In him that chance, members of the second week, Abington Heights High School princithe Abington Heights High School Interact Club, with
BY JOAN MEAD-MATSUI Abington Journal Correspondent
See Ripples, Page 12
we have on that part of the hand. The thumb accounts for about 40 percent of the use of our hand, Mahajan said. If you lose more than the first joint, it can be a problem. According to Mahajan, studies have shown that injuries related to crossbows are becoming more common and bow hunting more popular. He believes movies such as The Hunger Games and
See Crossbows, Page 12
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After being asked to pay it forward, to another student, Emily Davis, a senior, chooses Pat Kearney, a senior, telling him, You are the greatest guy and Im so lucky to have you in my life as long as I have.
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YOUR COMMUNITY
Editor: I recently read that Commissioner Pat OMalley has requested a requirement that all employees of the County be residents. I am shocked because I thought that was always the case. I dont under-
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REMINDERS Myasthenia Gravis Support Group 2013 Meeting Schedule, at Allied Services, Charles Luger Outpatient Center Community Room, 475 Morgan Highway, Scranton: Feb. 2, April 7, June 1, Aug. 3, Oct. 5 and Dec. 7. Info: Vera Krewsun at 570.687.6009 or Marie Ronnlof at 877.596.1491. Abington Heights High School Music Concerts, Concert Band Concert April 16 at 7 p.m. Symphony Orchestra Concert, April 28 at 3 p.m.; Combined Choir Concert, May 7 at 7:30 p.m.; Choir Concert, May 14 at 7:30 p.m. and Musical, March 14 and 16. Abington Heights Middle School Concert Schedule, all concerts are free and open to the public and are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on the following dates: Eighth Grade Orchestra, Jan. 24; Seventh Grade Orchestra, Jan. 25; Sixth Grade Orchestra, Jan. 28 and Fifth Grade Orchestra, Jan. 29. DAILY EVENTS January 3: The American Lung Association Meeting, at Odyssey Fitness in WilkesBarre at 5:30 p.m. This meeting will explain the American Lung Associations Arena Climb at the Mohegan Sun Arena and how attendees can be a part of the event and help in the mission to save lives. Everyone in attendance at the meeting will earn a free day pass to Odyssey Fitness to start preparation for the climb. Additional meetings will be held the first Thursdays in February, March and April. Info/RSVP: 823.2212 or email at dreifler@lunginfo.org.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR

stand why people working in the County would not be required to be residents. I just think that makes good sense. Sincerely, Donna Loiacono, Taylor
NEPA Audubon Society announces $4K scholarship
Comm-Unity Club holds Holiday Party

Members of the Comm-Unity Club of Waverly gathered for their Holiday Party at the Scranton Country Club. The Comm-Unity Club hosts cultural and social events at which members may become acquainted with each other and with others in the community. Michele Calvey organized a giving tree to benefit under-privileged children. Shown, from left: are Barbara Borek, Vice President; Nancy Connors, Corresponding Secretary; Rachel Winebrake, Recording Secretary; Madaline Lori, President; Carla Williams, Recording Secretary; Jan Brown, Treasurer. Ave. and Theodore St., Scranton, at 5 p.m. A traditional Anglican Christmas celebration, followed by a potluck supper and 3 Kings Celebration. All are welcome. Cost: free; please bring bread, fruit or dessert to share. Info: 343.0634. Clarks Summit from 8 a.m. noon. Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for children under 10. Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Volunteer Meeting, at Lackawanna College, 501 Vine St., Scranton, at 11 a.m. The Greater Scranton Penn State Chapter of the Alumni Association trip to WilkesBarre Scranton Penguins Hockey Game, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes -Barre at 7:05 p.m. Cost (Payment due Jan. 11): $16 (Blue Zone). Includes: Game ticket and a hat. Info: 466.4898 or cmdealba@gmail.com. February 6: Unleashed: The Power of Partnership Global Ministry Conference, at Baptist Bible College, continuing through Feb. 8. In preparation, a special Day of Prayer will be held Feb. 5. Concentrating on 2 Corinthians 6:1-18, morning sessions each day will address a section of the passage. The program features several guest speakers - including author and veteran missionary Gracia Burnham. Info: bbc.edu or 586.2400. February 9: Northeastern Pennsylvania Bridge Building Competition, in the Viewmont Mall in Dickson City. Info: dhkieffer@gmail.com or 586.0197. February 17: All You Can Eat Breakfast, at Clarks Summit Fire Co. #1, 321 Bedford St., Clarks Summit from 8 a.m. noon. Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for kids under 10 years. February 2:
The Northeast Pennsylvania Audubon Society announced a $4,000 college scholarship is open to students who wish to pursue a career in an environmental field such as Forestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Fish, Game or Wildlife Management, Ecology and/or Environmental Science. Applicants must be from Pike, Wayne, Lackawanna, or Susquehanna County and must enroll full-time in an accredited two or four year
college or university program. The winning applicant will receive $1,000 per year for up to four years. The scholarship is funded by the annual Audubon Arts and Craft Festival held each July. Interested students can find the application form athttp://www.nepaaudubon.org/about/scholarships/or use the universal scholarship application form available at high school guidance offices. Forms must be submitted to NEPA Audubon Society by April 30.
P. Condron, President and John Cosgrove, Vice President of Condron & Company will present Effective Media for your Business Success to increase brand exposure and profits for area businesses. Reservations: 875.8325 or Deborah@wyccc.com. Seating will be limited to one representative January 7: BioScience Foper business and requests for rum, at The Commonwealth additional representatives as Medical College, 525 Pine St., well as non-members will be January 4: The American Scranton from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. wait-listed until all members Lung Association Arena Climb Sponsored by Senator John have been accommodated. meeting, at Odyssey Fitness in Blake. Features presentations Wilkes-Barre on at 5:30 p.m. and a discussion on DevelJanuary 11: Malanka, Attendees will learn about the opment of a Regional BioNortheastern Pennsylvania s American Lung Associations science Cluster in Northeast Ukrainian New Year Ninth Arena Climb at the Mohegan Pennsylvania. Includes a key- Annual Dinner Dance, at St. Sun Arena, planned for Sat. note presentation by PA Depart- Vladimir Parish Center, 728 April 6, 2013. Everyone attend- ment of Community and EcoNorth Seventh Avenue, Scraning this event will earn a free nomic Development Secretary, ton from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Eveday pass to Odyssey Fitness to Hon. C. Alan Walker. RSVP: ning will include a Ukrainian start their preparation for the blake@pasenate.com (In the and American dinner buffet climb of their life. Info: lungin- subject line, please indicate catered by Paul Wanas of Acfo.org/arenaclimb Register: Blake Bioscience Forum and centuate Caterers, cash bar, 823.2212 or dreifler@lunginprovide your name, organizacomplimentary bubbly toast fo.org. tion, title and telephone numand dancing to Ukrainian orber.) chestra Fata Morgana. Door January 5: Griffin Pond prizes will also be awarded. Animal Shelter Volunteer MeetJanuary 8: NEPA Affiliate of Cost: $40. Info/reservations: ing, at Lackawanna College, the Pancreatic Cancer Action 489.1256. 501 Vine St., Scranton, at 11 Network Volunteer Meeting, at a.m. Hampton Inn, 22 Montage January 15: Hotel Ixtapan Winter Wake-Up Open Mountain Rd., Scranton, from Spa and Golf Resort Group House, at McCann School of 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Info: Departure, continuing through Business and Technology, 2227 342.18507. Jan. 15, 2013. Spa treatments Scranton Carbondale Hwy, Misericordia University and meals included. Info: Dickson City, from 10 a.m. to 1 Open House for Adult Lear586.1666. p.m. Attendees are invited to ners, in Huntzinger and Alden meet with faculty and staff, tour Trust Rooms 218-219 of Sandy January 19: Decoding the the campus, stop in for refresh- and Marlene Insalaco Hall on Vitamin Mystery: A Talk by Dr. ments and enjoy hand paraffin the upper campus from 4 - 7 treatments and Womens selfp.m. Snow date: Jan. 9 from 4 - Jennifer Finn, Chiropractor, at defense demo, as well as learn 7 p.m. Info: 674.6791 or admis- Waverly United Methodist about career opportunities Church, 105 Church St, Wasmu@misericordia.edu. available at McCann. RSVP: verly from 1 - 3 p.m. All are 307.2000. welcome and refreshments will January 9: The Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce be served. Info: 586.8166. January 6: Festival of Nine monthly membership meeting, Lessons and Carols, at St. Tho- at Purkeys Pink Apple on January 20: All You Can Eat mas More Anglican Use Parish Route 6 West, Tunkhannock, Breakfast, at Clarks Summit at St. Josephs Church, N. Main from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Philip Fire Co. #1, 321 Bedford St.,
BIA Home Expo committee members Linda Kale and Don Casterline meet with the Center for Cancer Wellness, Candys Place Managing Director Nicole Farber to discuss plans for the 2013 Home Expo, to be held March 1-3 at Kingston Armory.
BIA partners with Candys Place for 2013 Home Expo
The Building Industry Association of the northeastern Pa. recently chose the Center for Cancer Wellness, Candys Place to receive a part of the proceeds from its annual Home Expo, to be held March 1 through 3 at the Kingston Armory in Kingston. Sponsored by Verizon Wireless, the expo features attractions for builders, remodelers, suppliers, and financial services from Northeastern Pennsylvania. This year will feature a wine-tasting event on March 2 from seven local wineries. In addition, theme baskets that have been donated by area businesses will be raffled off. A Chinese auction of a waterfall display that donated by Edwards Landscaping will be held throughout the weekend. The proceeds from the baskets and auction as well as a portion of the proceeds from
the wine-testing event will benefit the programs and services at Candys Place, a nonprofit cancer resource and wellness center located in Forty Fort. We are deeply honored to be chosen by the BIA for this years expo, said Nicole Farber, managing director of Candys Place. We are so blessed to have our local builders and businesses to be working beside us in an effort to build hope within this community. Thank you, thank you. Tickets for the wine tasting event and basket raffle tickets are currently on sale. To purchase one or to donate a basket to the expo, call the BIA office at 287.3331 or Candys Place at 714.8800. For more information on the services Candys Place provides, visit www.cancerwellnessnepa.org.
Lackawanna County libraries collect used blue jeans during January

Libraries throughout the Lackawanna County Library System are collecting used adult blue jeans in good condition for Clarks Summit State Hospital patients the month of January. They are seeking womens size 12 and larger and mens waist size 32 and larger. Donations may be dropped of at the libraries until Feb. 1.
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"Hey, kids! Its me, Abi, one of the My Edition Mascots. My friend Jo is hanging out on the top of Page 1 today. Were both really excited about New Years Eve and all of the fun traditions surrounding the holdiay. Happy New Years!"
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Growing up in Cambodia
American missionaries child shares what its like to live in another country
BY ELIZABETH BAUMEISTER lbaumeister@theabingtonjournal.com
Faith Cadys baby brother Seth, center, enjoys playing with chickens in the countryside of Cambodia.
same. And a took took is a carriage type thingattached to a moto. Do you have friends your age Faith Cady, who temporarily resides in there? Clarks Summit, was seven months old when Faith: I have quite a few friends in her family first moved to Cambodia as mis- CambodiaThere are actually quite a sionaries to share their Christian faith with few people from all over the world in the people there. Now 15, shes lived there Cambodia. Ive met and know people her whole life and still loves it. from Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Theres just something really great about Canada, America, Korea and a bunch living in Cambodia, she said. of other places. What do you like about living in CamWhat do you like to do for fun? bodia? Faith: Often me and my best friend Faith: The friendships and the people. Abbie go to the market, called the Rus- Faith Cady, who temporarily resides in Clarks The cheap prices are pretty awesome as sian marketthey have food stalls, Summit, was seven months old when her well. The weather is also something I rather clothes, DVDs, statues, jewelry and family first moved to Cambodia as missionaries to share their Christian faith with like since I cant stand the cold. Its really tons of stuff. We also go to the mall or the people there. Shes now 15. nice that its always hot. the water park. Usually, What is the hardest part? though, we just like to go to Faith: Probably being so far away from Hope School (an internamy grandparents and cousins, and my sibtional private school) and lings that have come back for college. hang out with people there. How is Cambodia different from AmerWhat is your favorite ica? food in Cambodia? Faith: Well for one, Cambodia is a really Faith: I think my favorite poor country and a really corrupt oneWe Khmae food would be Curry dont have snow... Instead of a president we with rice noodlesorpork have a king. A lot of people use motos or and rice, the pork in Kamtook tooks for transportation, though we do puchea is really different have cars as well. Motos are basically what then here in America and I The Cady family, from left, front row: Paul, Seth and Kristi. Back row: Rob, Caleb and Faith. definitely like it. you would call a moped but not quite the
AT RIGHT: December Pet Photo Contest Winner: Gianna Fisne and her pet dog Hurley.
Israel is a small country in the Middle East that is about the size of New Jersey and has the population smaller than New York City. Despite being small, Israel has big success rates. Israel has the highest ratio of university degrees to the population in the world. It also has a pretty colorful culture. Here are some of Israels best talents: Sarit Hadad; Musician- Known for Yafe Yafe Alona Tal; Actress/musician- Has guest starred on many American TV shows, including Pretty Little Liars and Supernatural Emily Karpel; Musician- Newest album entitled II Idan Raichel; Musician- Sang at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert Lior Suchard; Mind-reader- Famous for his predicting abilities; has performed for many of Americas top celebrities Sarai Givaty; Actress- Has had recurring roles in American TV shows such as NCIS and CSI Subliminal; Rapper- Released Israels first Hip Hop album; entitled Light From Zion You can check out all of these artists on Youtube, iTunes, or on their TV show. For a list of more of Israels artists, you can go to AbbaNibbi.com.
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BY MARY ANN MCGRATH Special to the Abington Journal
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If you were a country, what would your flag look like? Get out your crayons, markers, pencils, pens, paint brushes, computer illustration programs or other art utensils and make a picture of a flag that describes you. Then, show us your creativity and you can win a prize! How to enter: Send us your flag as an e-mail attachment to myedition@theabingtonjournal.com or drop it off or mail it to The Abington Journal My Edition, 211 South State Street, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 by Jan. 18, 2013. With your entry, please include your name, age, grade, school and the best way to contact you in case you win. A winning entry will be printed in the next My Edition section of The Abington Journal and the winner will receive a free My Edition T-shirt.
Want to learn more about what other kids from around the world do for fun? Grab your library card and check out a book or two from this list recommended by Abington Community Library Childrens Librarian Mary Ann McGrath: Birthday Customs Around the World by Sarah L. Schuette If You Lived Here:Houses of the Worldby Giles Laroche On the Same Day in March: a Tour of the Worlds Weather by Marilyn Singer Series: Crafts from Many Cultures by Meryl Doney Six titles: Festivals, Masks, Musical Instruments, Paper Crafts, Puppets, Toys from Fiesta!, a multi-volume series. Each volume provides a portrait of a country through its festivals and traditions; including recipes and crafts. Multicultural Crafts Kids Can Do! by Fay Robinson Five titles: Asian-American Crafts Kids Can Do, American Indian Crafts Kids Can Do, African-American Crafts Kids Can Do, Hispanic-American Crafts Kids Can Do, and Middle Eastern Crafts Kids Can Do A Taste of Culture by Barbara Sheen Each book in this series explores the foods, cooking traditions, customs, eating habits, and food sources of a different country and explains the traditions associated with holiday meals. Three titles: Foods of Greece, Foods of Italy, and Foods of Japan
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MY LIBRARY CARD
BY SANDY LONGO Special to the Abington Journal
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Looking for some good cultural reading while on holiday break? Grab your library card and check out a selection from this list of recommendations by Abington Community Young Adult Librarian Sandy Longo: Guantanamo Boy by Anna Perera Youve learned that youre innocent until proven guilty, right? Not everywhere. One 15 year old Muslim boys experience believed war on terrorism, from England, on family holiday in Pakistan. Hes abducted with charge and denied his freedom when most his age are finding theirs. Though Khalid tries to understand, he fails. The House of Djinn by Suzanne Fisher Staples Local authors sequel to novels Shabanu: Daughter of the Wind and Haveli. While a stand-alone read, The House of Djinn, the author reexamines the traditional Islamic values in comparison to the Pakistan of today. Secure and educated, Mumtaz is truly understood by two members of her family. When one dies, Mumtaz and her cousin question duty to family versus their dreams for the future. Tattoo Art Around the World by Diane Bailey Tattooing fashion trend or ancient practice? Either way, they are permanent. Discover the historical ties of the practice and art of tattooing. Invisible Things by Jenny Davidson A teen, Sophie, knows theres more to the death of her parents than she knows. With the help of her best friend and perhaps something more, Mikael, they work to solve the mystery and discover the past and future ties to her present while the threat of war is imminent in Europe. Or do their efforts and other chain of events result in more questions than answers. Incredibly Alice by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor Senior year. Some Alice and friends are shopping for prom dresses, while some for wedding dresses. Patrick and Alice will see each other for the last time, at the prom, for nearly a year. Patrick is about to leave for Spain. Are the graduates coming to the end of childhood or a new beginning?
SandyLongo dreams of going on an extended vacation to Nova Scotia!
PARISEEMA PANCHOLY
The Beatles used multicultural instruments in their music that changed the world forever. The Beatles was a band in the 1960s and 1970s and is still popular today. Unfortunately, John Lennon and George Harrison, two members of the band, arent alive to see how much their music speaks to the young minds of the world. Ravi Shankar, who also died recently, influenced them greatly. Lennon and Ravi Shankar were portrayed as close friends by the media. Considering the amount of time they spent together, they must have been close. Ravi Shankar taught Lennon to play the sitar, a large, long-necked Indian lute with movable frets, played with a wire pick. Shankar thought Lennon might not commit, considering it is hard to learn. Lennon did, however, go on to learn the art of the sitar. He started featuring the instrument in his music. This created a ripple effect in the music industry. The sound of the sitar became common in rock music. Today, there are still many people who learning the sitar who are not from a South Asian background. In Northeast Pennsylvania, many people, including me, are learning types of music and art that are not from their country of origin. You might consider it too!
Pariseema Pancholy, 13, is a seventh grade student at Abington Heights Middle School and a member of the Abington Community Library Teen Leadership Committee. She studies piano, cello, and Hindustani classical vocal music.
MY CRAFT
BY MARY ANN MCGRATH Abington Community Library childrens librarian
Let a simple sun catcher in your window remind you of your one wide world with its hundreds of cultures and millions of people celebrating with their different traditions, fiestas, holidays, food and heroes. Instructions: To begin, go to www.enchantedlearning.com and search for Earth pendant/sun catcher. Print out one copy of the Western Hemisphere and one of the Eastern Hemisphere, using the color templates. Carefully cut them out (ask an adult for help). The sample shown was made using two clear plastic plates. Use a generous amount of glue from a glue stick on the front of each map you printed and cut out, and stick them to the top of each plate. Next, attach a piece of string or yarn to the top of each plate. Then turn it over and decorate the edges with stickers, glitter or something creative. Finally, hang your sun catcher in a window. Alternate option: Instead of plastic plates, use clear contact paper and sandwich the maps between to pieces, then trim off the excess edges.
money known as Otoshi- noodles and sometimes dama, which Tamane said food his father brings home from Chinatown, she saves because, Im including a rice bowl with In Japan, many families not really a spender, so I just save it. Japanese chil- red bean paste. One of his celebrate both Christmas favorite treats is a rice cake dren often receive gifts and Japanese New Year, available in two varieties: according to Tamane Take- both on Christmas and white and brown sugar. He New Years Day. hara, 12, Clarks Summit. likes the brown sugar flaDuring the New Years The Japanese observe the holiday, one of the customs vor. New Year holiday with One of the differences is to visit shrines, but here special food known as between New Years Day in the states, she and her Osechi, which can inin America and Chinese family stay home. clude mochi rice cakes, Penn Wu, 12, celebrates New Year, according to beans, other vegetables and Penn, is, Americans eat all shrimp. The kinds of ose- Chinese New Year at of those Christmas foods home in the Abingtons chi dishes prepared at Japanese homes vary from with his family: dad Arthur and they drink eggnog and other food like that, but we Wu, mom Shu Qiu and region to region. Here in Clarks Summit, brothers Dalton and Sylvan eat dumplings and rice cakes and its a lot different Tamane, daughter of Shin- Wu. from the Western style of Penn eats dumplings, taro and Shinobu Takehara, eats food she does not typically have at other times throughout the year. She and her family, which includes brother, Saye, 7, stay home on New Years Day. Some of the toys Japanese children play with during the holiday season are Yakkodako, a kite, and Hanetsuki, a traditional Japanese game that resembles badminton. Japanese New Years celebration toys They also receive gifts of
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New Years culture
Tamane Takehara, 12, writes in Kanji characters, Akemashite Omedeto Gozaimasu, which means Happy New Year in English, while Saye, 7, looks on.
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Work and play

try, she continued. I loved airports, bus stations and hotel lobbies. Now, Schraner has her dream job. She is Tracey Schraner and her children a travel consultant at Abington Travel in Elizabeth and Amelia love to travel Clarks Summit. and have gone on vacation together At work, she helps people plan their on two cruises and to Disney World vacations and trips by finding hotels for in Florida four times. Elizabeth, 8, said one of her favor- them, booking their airplane fights and ite vacation memories is playing on taking care of their special needs and the waterslide on a cruise ship. Elizabeth and Amelia Schraner Amelia, 5, said her favorite is when wants. hang out with her older sister Kasey swings her in their mom on the the waves in the ocean. beach in Ocean Both girls attend John G. Whittier City, Md. School in Scranton. Elizabeth said she wants to be a beauty salon and spa owner when she grows up, and Amelia said she would like to be a teacher, just like her favorite person, Mrs. King, her kindergarten teacher. When Elizabeth and Amelias mother was a child, she wanted to be a travel agent when she grew up. I always wanted to be like my cousin, Carol Kane, she said, who was a travel agent in Long Island, N.Y. and the most glamorous person I have ever known. The only profession I have ever wanted to be in is the travel indusBY ELIZABETH BAUMEISTER lbaumeister@theabingtonjournal.com
celebrating, said Penn. During the Chinese New Year, its a custom to give each other festive red envelopes known as Hngbo with money inside. Penn also gets a haircut, which is one of his fathers hometown traditions. And he is allowed two additional hours of computer time as a special treat. Chinese New Year is the most celebrated holiday in China, and Penn and his family honor the customs by watching a show broadcasted annually through China Central Television or Chinese Central Television, commonly abbreviated as CCTV the predom, inant state television broadcaster in mainland China. The show includes traditional singing and dancing and is produced in China. In 2013, Chinese New Year will be celebrated on Feb. 10. Penn said, I think Chinese New Year is a fresh start and anything bad that happened previously you just forget about it and start a new life.
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Attic Shop gets facelift

BY KELLY MCDONOUGH Abington Journal Correspondent
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he Waverly Womans Club has been hard at work revamping the Attic Shop. For starters, the new name for their upscale consignment shop is The Vintage Pleat at the Attic Shop. They also hired the Keen Bean advertising agency to design a new logo and presence on Facebook. President of the Waverly Womans Club Hollie DAgata noted the importance of keeping up with the social media scene and younger generations. In fact, theyre hoping to attract more consignors interested in selling teen and childrens clothing. Chairwoman Carole Bauman said when they do receive teen and childrens clothing, it flies off the racks - a good inspiration for would be consignors. DAgata said the shop is not as busy as it has been in the past and they have a lot of competition from other consignment shops popping up in the Abingtons and beyond. She pointed out the one thing that truly makes them different is consignors receive 50 percent of the sale of their item and Vintage Pleat at the Attic Shops profits
are all directed to charitable causes. D Agata said that The Vintage Pleat at the Attic Shop will still carry upscale clothing and household items. Theyre all priced reasonably and there is only a one- time $5 annual consignment fee. Bauman added that a fashion show is in the works and reminded would be shoppers that The Vintage Pleat at the Attic Shop has a half price room to which theyre adding clothes all the time. Were also planning specials, said Bauman, and at the end of the year everything is $1. What isnt sold goes to charity. Both DAgata and Bauman are reaching out to the community to help them remain the busy shop they always have
been. The difference between us and our competition is that every bit of the profits goes to charity, said DAgata. Some of their gifts this past year, in addition to the Waverly Community House, include Past Presidents Honorarium, special gifts and memorials, soldiers plot at Hickory Grove
Cemetery and Presidents gift to Make-A-Wish Foundation. Other charities theyve supported include local fire houses, the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter and Saint Francis of Assisi Soup Kitchen. Consignor hours are every Wednesday 9:30 11:15 a.m. and the first and third Wednesday from 6 -8 p.m. They ask consignors to bring no more than 20 items at one time and that the items be in very good condition no tears or stains . Shopper hours are Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. noon. Also the first and third Wednesday from 5:30 8 p.m. and every second Saturday from10 a.m. - noon. To search out the new shop on Facebook, type in Vintage Pleat at the Attic Shop.
Sapps celebrate 60 years
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Edward and Agnes Sapp of Old Bridge N.J., will celebrate 60 years of marriage. Married on December 27, 1952 in the Sacred Heart Church in Rockaway, N.J., by the late Monsignor Emil Suhon. The couple has three children, Edward and his wife Daria of Monmouth Junction, N.J., Stephanie and her husband, Dr. Edward Walkowski of Dalton and Jason and wife Cindy of Ewing, N.J. They have three grandchildren, Brian and Heather Walkowski and Justin Sapp. They will mark this very special occasion with their family at Christmas at the home of their daughter and husband in Dalton.
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Chair people of The Vintage Pleat at the Attic Shop, shown, from left, are Carole Bauman, Kathy Johnson and Dottie Hood.
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ANSWERS ON PAGE 20 A.H. senior named Russian Scholar Laureate

Abington Heights High School senior Rachel L. Ezrin, shown, has been selected as an American Council of Teachers of Russian Scholar Laureate for 2012. Ezrin is a member of this highly select group of 41 Russian students from many secondary schools throughout the United States, all of Shown, from left, are: AEIO Director of Development Thomas McHugh; AEIO President Trudy Montella; Pennstar Regional Manager Dominick Mitchell; AEIO Board Member Margaret McNulty. whom were selected by their teachers and principals as the most outstanding Russian students of 2012 at their schools. Ezrin will receive a certificate of the award signed by the President of the American Council of Teachers of Russian. She will, also, receive a special lapel pin to wear as a visible symbol of this award. Abington Heights Russian teacher Amy Wojcik and Abington Heights High School have been recognized in a special section of the ACTR Letter. This professional newsletter is read by secondary and post-secondary teachers of Russian all over the United States and, also, is
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The Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd., Clarks Summit, is open for the adoption of pets from noon to 4:30 p.m., daily. Wish list items are always appreciated, including kitty litter and cat food, Timothy hay, Carefresh or Aspen bedding for small animals and any type of donation.
Adopt a cage at the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter for one month and your $20 donation will go toward care and feeding of the animal in that cage for the month you choose. A card will be placed on the cage identifying the sponsor for that month. Send the following Adopt-a-Cage information, including name, address, city, state and zip, phone number, sponsor month, choice of dog, cat or small animal cage and how you would like your sponsor card to appear, along with $20 for each cage to The Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd., Clarks Summit, PA 1841 1. Adopt-a-Cage can be done via PayPal or credit card.
Pennstar donates $10,000 to AEIO
Pennstar Bank has donated $10,000 to the Abington Heights Educational Improvement Organization (AEIO). The funds will be used to supplement and enhance the educational environment and programs within the Abington Heights School District. AEIO brings together ideas, people and resources to support innovative educational programs outside the regular school curriculum. Popular Abington Heights School District programs supported by the AEIO grants are: Aquaponics/Aquaculture, FIRST Robotics, Greenhouse, Music Technology Lab, Weather Bug, Drama Society, Arts Alliance, Odyssey of the Mind, TV Studies Project, Summer Arts Alive, Earth Camp, Lithium Project and Science Olympiad, The Gathering and the Kuiper Award for Teaching Excellence. Individuals may, also, make tax-deductible contributions to AEIO by mailing checks made payable to AEIO at P. O. Box154, Clarks Summit, PA18411. Visit www.aeioandyou.org for more information.
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Allied Services presents workshop

Michael J. Raymond, Ph.D., Director, Clinical/ Forensic Neuropsychology and Clinical Raymond Director, Brain Injury and Sports Concussion Program of Allied Services Integrated Health System, recently co-presented a workshop entitled The American Board of Professional Neuropsychology Preparation for Application, Work Sample Submission, and Examination, at the National Academy of Neuropsychology Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tenn. A board certified neuropsychologist, Dr. Raymond is a Diplomate, American Board of Professional Neuropsychology and a Fellow of the National Academy of Neuropsychology.
Lackawanna Heritage Valley grants benefit area

Robert Savakinus, chair of the Board of Directors of the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority (LHV), announced that five grants and sponsorships totaling $12,200 were awarded to local organizations in 2012. The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum and Iron Furnaces Associates received a $5,500 grant for the Fall Heritage Event Series held at the Scranton Iron Furnaces. The Rail-Trail Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania, which manages the northern component of the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail system, was awarded a $3,700 grant to purchase and install an entrance gate for the Delaware and Hudson (D&H) Rail-Trail in Fell Township. The gate will allow pedestrians and bicyclists to use the trail, and it will restrict access for trucks, cars and ATVs. The gate has a U-bar that is removable in the winter to allow access for snowmobiles. Three organizations received $1,000 sponsorship grants, including the Jewish Discovery Center-Chabad of the Abingtons, Inc., for the Jewish Food Festival; the Scranton Jazz Festival for its weekend jazz event that was held in early August; and the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor for the Eastern Pennsylvania Greenways and Trail Summit held in October. LHV grants program is funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the National Park Service. For more information, visit www.LHVA.org or contact April Rogato, LHV Executive Assistant, at 570.963.6730 extension 8200 John Allen, architect and engineer for proposed lighting project. We want to open a dialogue. Allen added that advances in technology have made stadium lighting less obtrusive. Supervisor Bill Wicks said he knew any plans to install lighting at the Ackerly Complex would meet stiff headwinds. We support the Little Leagueits not that we dont like the little league, Supervisor Bill Wicks said. The neighbors echoed that sentiment, but expressed concerns over increased traffic and dust from night games. Allen tried to allay their concerns, explaining that there would not be more traffic or dust than usual. The board agreed to table the matter and refer back to the minutes of the meeting from the 1990s.
Morgan Williams and Katherine Wood sculpt horses using a toy as a guide.
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Shaping the future

The Dietrich Theater hosted its annual two-day Holiday Camp for children between ages five and12 in Tunkhannock. Under the direction of artists-in-residence Amy and Steve Colley, children learned to throw pots on potters wheels, create sculptures and design 3-D collages out of recycled household items in Tunkhannock Dec. 27 and 28.
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to hash out an equitable solution for those involved. The neighbors, however, repeated that they were adamantly opposed to any plans to install lights. The neighbors continued their refrain, saying they opposed a lighting system no matter what. We just dont want lights, Sansky said. We (she and her husband) wanted to get away from the city, away from the lights. Were not taking any action [tonight], Supervisor Michael Savitsky said. Lets hear these guys out. He added that it would take months before the board would even consider signing off on any plans. The reason we came here is that we want a discussion, said
Jacob Breckenridge, of Dalton, cuts a block of potters clay.
No one told the children at Holiday Camp to keep their hands clean. Steven Colley helps Olivia Schmeckenbecker of Tunkhannock finish her bowl.
Keystone Childrens Center assists in pajama drive

The youngest members of the Keystone College community are learning the importance of giving to others. The Keystone College Oppenheim Family Childrens Center recently participated in the Scholastic Book Clubs Fourth Annual Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive. Students donated new pajamas for children in need, particularly those living in group homes, shelters and foster care. Gathering with some of the donated items, are, first row, from left: Childrens Center students Blake Stage, Issac Ryon, Brielle Wentz, and Giselle Russo. Second row: Carol Davis, Childrens Center director and Lori Mulhern, Childrens Center teacher.
Veterans Affairs earns Five Star Award

The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs recently awarded the Countys Veterans Affairs staff with a Five Star Service Award for 2011 2012 for outstanding recovery of veterans benefits. The office ranks in the Top 10 in the state. Last year, the staff secured $2.444 million in benefits for County veterans. Since July 2012, the office has obtained $1.4 million in military benefits claims.
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Dalton adjusts budget

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DALTON - At a special budget meeting held in the basement of the Dalton Fire Hall, Dec. 22, Dalton Borough Council continued with the 2013 proposed budget, which they first discussed during their board meeting on Dec. 14. Board member Bill Montgomery announced a few adjustments made to the budget. First, he mentioned that the Fire Contracted Services mistakenly listed last years amount of $13,100. He said that the correct amount is $14,448. Then, he mentioned that the tax rate is actually 20.2 mils and not 18.2 mils, which was a typo from the last meeting. The bottom line stays the same, said Montgomery. Theres a 2-mil increase in this budget, and the total mils is 26.7. The 20.2 mils is on an assessed valuation of $9,632,137 for general operational budget. Also 4 mils on assessed valuation of $9,632,137 for debt service; 1.5 mils on assessed valuation of $9,632,137 for fire protection and 1 mil on assessed valuation of $9,632,137 for recreation. Board member Mark Sujkowski thanked the rest of the board members for help on this budget. President Bill Salva said, Id like to point out because of the resignation of the mayor (Jim Gray) and because Im president of Council, I can not vote unless its a tie. The rest of the board members approved budget.
Trail students honored

Kyle Thompson spends a moment with the jolly visitor.
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Up close with Claus

First grade students at Newton Ransom Elementary School recently received a visit from Santa Claus.
Shown are members of Mrs. Amanda Schwenks class. Lincoln Anderson, Ryanna Avvisato, Austin Boersma, T.J. Burke, Santino Giacometti, J.J. Gorrick, Christian Jones, Mackenzie Jones, Dara Moyer, Kayla Pardue, Karl Racavitch, Emily Reid, Kylie Soter, Kohen Stiles, Danica Sudo, Matthew Tamberelli, Nicholas VasicakDoran, Mia Venesky. Shown are members of Mrs. Pocius first grade class. Front row, from left: Madison Anderson, Colin Price, Trinity Anglin, Peyton Pallman, Olivia Foster, Giada Santarsiero. Second row: Antonio Crisostomo, Brett Lowe, Travis Smith, Ethan Stankowski, Santa, Boden Loss, Liam Rogers, Dylan Kochmer, Austin Stankowski, Kyle Thompson.
Lackawanna Trail High School Principal John Rushefski announced students who were nominated for Students of the Month (SOM) and Power of the Paws (POP) for November. Students receiving nominations for Students of the Month were nominated by the faculty for their academic effort, citizenship and school service. Students receiving nominations for Power of the Paws were nominated by the faculty for their school pride, achievement and work effort. Shown, front row, from left, are: Joseph Kubilus, (POP Eighth Grade), Charles Strickland, (POP Seventh Grade) back: Mason Lengel, (SOM Twelfth), Jonathan Bowman, (SOM Tenth Grade), Matt Flynn (SOM Eleventh Grade) and Nick Rolka (POP Ninth Grade).
Local residents graduate Millersville University

The following area residents were among the 505 students who graduated from Millersville University of Pennsylvania during the fall 2012 undergraduate commencement ceremony held Dec. 16 in Millersvilles Pucillo Gymnasium: Maitlyn Sarah Conaboy, of Clarks Summit, graduated earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary & Early Childhood Education. Michael Alan Karpovich, of Clarks Summit, graduated earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Math Education. Millersville University of Pennsylvania is a public university located in the northeast region of the United States. It is committed to offering students a high quality, comprehensive university experience of exceptional value. Dedicated to providing nationally recognized programs that embrace the liberal arts, Millersville offers academic opportunities that are supported by faculty who are accomplished scholars and practitioners. Founded in 1855 as the first Normal School in Pennsylvania, Millersville University is one of 14 universities within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.
Area students honored at Gettysburg College

Brandon Pacyna of Clarks Summit, a first-year student at Gettysburg College, was awarded a Presidential Scholarship by the College. Gettysburg College recognizes students academic achievement in high school by awarding merit scholarships. The Presidential Scholarship goes to top-ranking applicants based upon their grade-point average, class rank, and SAT or ACT scores. Sarah Johnson of Factoryville, a sophomore, was selected as a CWI fellow for 2012 - 2013. At Gettysburg College, students interested in developing their knowledge of the Civil War alongside their leadership skills can participate in the Civil War Institute (CWI) Undergraduate Fellows program, which allows students to expand their academic experiences while developing professional skills.
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Lakeland students sing for seniors

Lakeland Elementary School students visited with area senior citizens and sang Christmas carols. Shown, first row, from left: Senior citizen Betty Beyrat with students Giulianna Carilli, Karlie-Grace OHara, Maegan Ann Bednash, Matthew Hunsinger and Izzy McGrane. Second row: Senior citizen Mary Yurgovsky with students Myha Kilmer, Nicole Scochin, Camryn Flynn, Lily Carey, Reilly Wagner, senior citizen Delna McIlwee, Antonia Piraino and Maggie McGurrin. Third row: Rosie Piraino, Bella Natale, Giana Good, Alyssa Albino and Lacota Dippre. Fourth row: Liam Osburn, Luke Osburn, Cheyenne Dippre, Julia Cheresko and Sara Wanat.
Members of the Keystone College Rotaract and SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) clubs donated $868 to the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. The funds were raised during the clubs recent community Breast Cancer Awareness March. Rotaract is the student division of Rotary International. Shown, from left: Lisa Logan Clough, Trail Rotary Club of Factoryville; Robert Durkin, president, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute; Jordan Harvey, Keystone student and coordinator of the Breast Cancer Awareness March; Attorney Brian Petula, Keystone faculty member and SIFERotaract adviser and Van Nguyen, president, Keystone Rotaract Club.
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Members of the Keystone College community in La Plume are hoping to bring some normalcy to the lives of the surviving children of Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut by participating in the Snowflakes for Sandy Hook initiative. Launched by the Connecticut Parent Teacher Association, the initiative invites individuals to create snowflakes to decorate the walls of the new school that Sandy Hook students will attend in Monroe, Conn. The goal is to have students welcomed back by a winter wonderland with the entire school decorated by snowflakes.Members of the Keystone community participating in project include, seated from left: 2012 Keystone graduate Larry Clark; Tanya Morgan, college counselor; Jennifer Kretsch, administrative specialist to the vice president of academic affairs and Lucilia McConkey, director of student activities. Standing: Lori King, area coordinator; Ken Lastowka, assistant director of residence life and coordinator of student conduct; Alissa Lastres, career outreach assistant; Shirley Michaels, assistant to the vice president of student affairs and study abroad coordinator; Robert Griffin, area coordinator; Chris OConnor, Career Development Center assistant director; Lucas Taylor, assistant director of student activities and coordinator of diversity and campus ministry and Dr. Robert Perkins, vice president of student affairs and dean of students.
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Waverly students collect for Toys for Tots

Abington Heights Waverly Elementary students in Miss Sabrina Yeagers kindergarten class coordinated a Toys for Tots collection at Waverly Elementary School. Students shown, from left, are: Domenic Peters, Liam Fick, Nicholas Garcia, Sadie Gilbert, Eva Blaum, Maura Pivirotto, Sophia Snyder, Lukas Homet. Back row:Luke Swank, Yanni Galanakis, Caleb Moher, Brennan Connor, Justin Kim. Standing: Sabrina Yeager, Capt. Becerra and Sgt. Hummel. Absent from photo student Rebecca Hopkins
AT LEFT: Students shown, from left, are: Domenic Peters, Liam Fick, Nicholas Garcia, Sadie Gilbert, Eva Blaum, Maura Pivirotto, Sophia Snyder, Lukas Homet. Back row:Luke Swank, Yanni Galanakis, Caleb Moher, Brennan Connor, Justin Kim. Standing: Sabrina Yeager, Capt. Becerra and Sgt. Hummel. Absent from photo student Rebecca Hopkins
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two pairs. Sometimes, however, Varma said it can get more complicated, starting a chain or circle where a donor matches with a patient, whose donor matches with another patient, and so on, sometimes continuing until six to nine patients receive transplants. Varma said this is not always a quick process, and the wait time for a patient in the U.S. who does not have someone to donate for them can include five to six years of dialysis, a blood filtering treatment, before a transplant is made. But, he said, If you have someone who can donate a kidney, the transplant can be taken care of in a timely fashion. He said the hospital stay is four to five days, and after a few weeks, the patient returns to their normal life. The surgeries for Dixon and Ripple and their matches were successful, and Dixon said he was even able to meet JoAnn, the recipient of his kidney. Everything went wonderful, he said. Varma said it is very gratifying to see a patient after recovery and to know how well they are now doing. He said he has also performed kidney transplants for children, and remembers one particular young girl whose kidneys were completely shut down before her surgery. I saw her yesterday, he said, and she looks like any other normal six-year-old kidback to her normal activities, back to school, back to everythingits just so gratifying to see that. He added that every time he sees her, shes healthy and has grown since the last time. The difference between this and general surgery, he explained, is that we not only do these operations, but we follow these patients for the rest of their lives. Its not like when you do an appendix, you see them once after the surgery, the wound is healed and you say your bye-byesYou see them the rest of their life. Varma, who currently resides in Shavertown and is originally from India, decided he wanted to enter the field of transplant surgery while in training in England. He said he remembers seeing patients there who were sick and needed liver transplants, and would send them to another hospital for the operations. Im a surgeon, he said to himself. Why should I keep sending people away to somebody else? That was when he came to the United Statesabout 20 years agoto train at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is now in his sixth year working in the Geisinger Health System. He said those who work in his field dont do it for themselves, but for their patients and the gratification helping them brings. He describes it as a tough job, saying it
are available at local drivers license centers, where one may sign up to become an Dr. Chintalapati Varma, Geisinger organ donor. Health System said there is a He said many people are great need for organ donors in often skeptical of signing up, the U.S., and information on due to misconceptions that if becoming a donor can be found they are a donor and get into online at unos.org. He an accident, they will be taken recommends pamphlets available off life support faster. He said, at local drivers license centers, however, this is simply not where one may sign up to true. Only after the determinabecome an organ donor. tion is made that nothing else can be done for a patient, and often includes long hours and after his or her family is concan affect family life. Sometacted, is the organ bank contimes, a patient will not be tacted. able to receive a transplant in And for anyone considering time. This, he said is a very donating an organ, such as a disheartening part of the job. kidney to a family member or Theres a sense of helpfriend in need, Dixon offers lessness, he said, and if they the advice, Dont hesitate to dont get in in a timely fashdo it. Its an amazing experiion, then unfortunately, they ence and it really does change die. someones life. And as far as Varma said there is a great the surgery goes, it really need for organ donors in the wasnt that badThe Lord U.S., and information on beput it on my heart, and he got coming a donor can be found me through the whole thing, online at unos.org. He also and its been a wonderful exrecommends pamphlets which perience.
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Visual Arts/ Performing Arts

New Visions Studio and Gallery January Exhibit: Annmarie Ciccarelli and Alexandra Price, Jan. 4 19, opening reception on First Friday, Jan. 4 from - 9 p.m. Cost: Reception is free to the public and will include food and drink and meet and greet with the artists. Punk Show, Jan. 5 at New Visions Studio and Gallery, 201 Vine St., Scranton. Bands include: Feds, Halfling, Bad Answers and Mundo (debut set). Doors open at 7 p.m. and show starts at 7:30 p.m. Weather date: Jan 6 or 8. Cost: $7. Info: 878.3970 or NewVisionsStudio.com. Covenant Public Concert Mignarda, lutesong duo, Jan. 6 at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 550 Madison Ave., Scranton at 3 p.m. Mignarda: lutenist Ron Andrico and soprano Donna Stewart in a candlelight concert. Cost: free; food donations for the Safety Net Food Pantry are welcomed. The Wyoming Seminary Wind Ensemble and Jazz Bands Annual Winter Concert, Jan. 15, in Wyoming Seminarys Buckingham Performing Arts Center, Sprague Avenue, Kingston, at 7 p.m. The Wind Ensemble will present music by Strauss, Karrick, Strommen and Main, while the Jazz Band will perform numbers by Gillespie, Mingus, Rollins, Coltrane and other jazz greats. Cost: free. Info: 270.2192. Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic, Jan. 16 - 21. at Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre. Features more than 60 Disney stars that span the decades. Cost: $25 - $55 and opening night tickets are $15.50. Tickets/ info: ticketmaster.com or 800.745.3000. Stories From Around the World, Jan. 19 at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock at 11 a.m. Snow date: Jan. 26 at 11 a.m. For all ages. Presented by: Master storyteller Fiona Powell. Admission: free (sponsored by Toni Hockman). Info: 996.1500. Auditions for the Northern Tier Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert, in Tunkhannock Jan 23 from 5 - 9 p.m., Jan 26 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Jan 30 from 5 - 9 p.m. and in Honesdale, date and location to be announced. Positions available: Concertmaster, Assistant Concertmaster, Principal Second violin, violin, viola, cello, bass, oboe, English horn, clarinet, bass clarinet, bassoon, contrabassoon, French horn, trumpet, harp, piano and percussion. Compensation and mileage available for all positions. Info/Schedule an audition: 570.289.1090 or northerntiersymphony@yahoo.com.
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Scranton gallery to host abstract art display
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bstract art combining sketchbook images and oil painted, figurative works will be featured by artists Annmarie Ciccarelli, of Dallas and Alexandra Price, of Scranton at an upcoming gallery show. New Visions Studio and Gallery, 201 Vine St., Scranton, will host the two artists during its January exhibit beginning with an opening reception during First Friday, Jan. 4. from 6 to 9 p.m. The event is free to the public and will feature free food and drink as well as a meet and greet with the artists. The exhibit will be on display during normal gallery hours through Jan. 19. Ciccarelli received her B.A. in Visual Art from Keystone College. Her work is usually abstract, combining bold color with organic and geometric shapes. It has been exhibited throughout the region in juried and group exhibitions. Ciccarelli is an Artist in Residence with the Pennsylvania Council for the Arts. She was awarded a Lackawanna County Arts and Culture Grant in 2010 for a collaborative project. I have been working on a new series of mixed media work in response to my relationship with time, she said in her artist statement. I recently turned 35, although many people would view me as a young woman, I feel the pressure of limited time to achieve my goals. I began to revisit my journals and sketch books from the last 15 years and discovered
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More than Movies Dietrich Theater Erica Rogler

The holidays are over and now its time to get back into the swing of things. If you are looking for a fun, educational activity for your children, the Dietrich will be kicking off its January series of art classes next week. Taught by artists-in-residence Amy and Steve Colley, students will explore a variety of art forms in Mixed Media classes. Children will work with clay as they learn to throw pots on potters wheels and create sculptures; they will also paint and draw and create 3-D collages out of recycled household items. Participants will also learn about famous artists and their works of art along the way. Mixed Media classes for children ages five to eight years old will be held Fridays, Jan. 11, 18, 25 and Feb.1 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and students ages nine to twelve will be able to take classes on Wednesdays, Jan. 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Classes are $40 for four-class series, and all materials will be provided. There will also be a Preschool Mixed Media class for young artists ages four and five years old in January. For many of these students, this will be their first experience in the arts. They will create their own masterpieces as they learn to work with paints, clay, and collage. Classes will be held on Thursdays, Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Preschool Mixed Media classes are sponsored by the Dietrich Fundraising Committee and admission is free. The Dietrich will also be starting up its quilting classes next week. In Quilting for Kids, students ages six and up will have fun learning early American quilting techniques as they stitch up a project that incorporates a variety of fabrics into a starry night. All materials will be provided and no experience is necessary. Admission is $6 per class. In our intergenerational class Quilting for Everyone, adults and students ages eight and up will learn quilting basics as they create Atlantic Star quilts. This project is great for beginners of all ages. Participants will create interesting patchwork with the effective use of border prints and will also discover how to create artful illusions of transparency in their work. Admission is also $6 per class and no experience is needed. Quilting for Everyone is a great opportunity for family members and friends to spend quality time together as well as learn a folk art. If you are like me and enjoy a good read during the winter
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Woodpecker by Annmarie Ciccarelli
how many changes have occurred, the past mistakes and pain are no longer part of my life and record of them must be destroyed. The systematic destruction of the journals has built a textural background in which to place
images from my sketch books, drawings and paintings from the past together in a new way. This removes the negative past and replaces it with a changed view that each experience has shaped my art and views for today and for
the future. Price believes that the most interesting aspect of painting is the process, the struggle to bring an idea from one place to exceeding it in another. As
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ouri Khamitov, 65, originally of Vladikavkaz City, Russia, has been living in the United States since 1993, when he and his wife, Tatiana moved to New York. They relocated to the Poconos near Big Bass Lake in 1999, Clarks Summit in 2005 and currently live in Scranton. Khamitovs pen name is Yuri Dvornik, which came from his days as a street cleaner in Moscow after he was forced out of the Union of Russian Artists by the KGB. In Russia, Dvornik means street cleaner. According to Dvornik, the KGB, or the national security agency of the Soviet Union from 1917 until 1991, didnt like the style of his paintings. They were destroyed and he was arrested. The sale of many paintings was also halted. It was a big problem, Dvornik said. From his experiences as a cleaner, Dvornik developed a love for painting streetscapes. He also enjoys painting cityscapes, still life scenes and portraits, especially of Jewish religious themes. According to Dvornik, when Mikhail Gorbachev took over as the last head of the Soviet Union, Russian artists were
BY ROBERT TOMKAVAGE rtomkavage@theabingtonjournal.com
From Russia with ART
Starting in January, B&B Art Gallery will host a featured artist every month. Yuri Dvorniks works will be on display Feb. 15 through March 8.
I dont think people like the newer paintings. They like the old-time art.
Yuri Dvornik
allowed to start displaying their art in the country again, and he was the first of thousands to do so. His art has been on display in many
locations in Europe including Paris, Rome and Greece. His work has also been featured in the Revel Gallery in
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How many Golden Globe nominations has "Les Misrables" received?
Last weeks answer:
Hugh Jackman Ann Rossi
Last weeks winner:

of Clarks Summit
Contestants can only win once in a 60-day period.
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Open Mic Night, Jan. 25 at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock at 7:15 p.m. Breaking Ground Poets will be featured at 8:15 p.m. Cost: Free. Musicians, poets, storytellers, comedians, playwrights and other performers are invited to share their talents. Open mic sign-ups start at 6:30 p.m. Info: 996.1500. Actors Circle Presents: Busybody - A Comedy by Jack Popplewell, directed by Lou Bisignani, Jan 24, 25, 26 and 27 and Feb.1, 2 and 3 at Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Rd., Scranton. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Cost: $12 general; $10 Seniors; $8 students. Jan 24 preview tickets: $8 general and Seniors, $6 students. Reservations: 342.9707. Info: actorscircle.com. Ragtime from Barrelhouse to Broadway, Jan. 27. Bus will meet at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, departing at1:30 p.m. Concert begins at 3 p.m. Presented by: Pianist Gary Boerckel and soprano Bernadette Boerckel. Admission and transportation: Free. Reservations (required): 996.1500.
Colorful Personality by Alexandra Price
Front row: Maya Arcangelo, Nina Sampogne, Alison Furman, Megan Malone, Keith Pritchyk, Calissa Yankow. Middle row: Louis Natale, Angela Natale, Natalie Pritchyk, Katie Malone, Claudia Pritchyk, Lily Seymour. Back row: Stephen Mason, Nora Caputo, Jessica Chopko.
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someone notorious for spending unfathomable amounts of time on pieces of artwork before covering them up with just a few strokes of the brush, she enjoys leaving hints or memories of what was, what is, and what will come alive on the surface. Price has shown her work at venues such as Marquis Art and Frame in Scranton, and the Summit Visual Arts Center in Summit, N.J. with pieces ranging from narrative oil paintings to contemporary graffiti. As a third year student at Marywood University, she is fresh to the showing world after establishing her artistic view in her hometown of Fanwood, N.J., where she takes up permanent residence outside of time dedicated to the fulfillment of her BFA in painting. Price is currently focused on experimentation in oil painting regarding the relationships between primarily saturated colors, effects of line, and her niche with in subject matter, along with the continuation in pursuing her degree. In the future she believes being an artist by profession and passion will be her paramount lifestyle but also shows interest in exploring other art connected avenues such as the enhancement of her art history schooling to venture into
I recently turned 35.... I began to revisit my journals and sketch books from the last 15 years and discovered how many changes have occurred, the past mistakes and pain are no longer part of my life and record of them must be destroyed.
Keystone graduate Annmarie Ciccarelli
Winter tunes
The Abington Piano Academy, directed by Stephani Austin, held its Winter Recitals Dec. 15 at the First Presbyterian Church in Clarks Summit.
Front row: Samuel Christman, Hannah Frels, Madison Carpenter, Quinn Moran, Aidan Colleran.Middle row: Audrey Wynn, Kalei Carpenter, Lucy Specht. Back row: Miriam Barren, Julia Martinez, Brendan Colleran, Harry Johnson, Jamison Bessoir
Literary Arts
Writers Group, for ages 18 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., ongoing. All genres and levels of writing welcome. Cost: Free. Info: 996.1500. STACKS Writing Group, at The Vintage/Morning Glory Cafe, 326 Spruce St., Scranton, every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Info: emailstackswritinggroup@gmail.com.
the museum world. In this exhibit, Price shows her My Colorful Personalities series. It is a group of oil painted, figurative works created over time that is based off of three main components; saturated color and making something live on the canvas whether it is an energy or illusion of movement and confession of process through line. In one piece of art that I birth, she said her artist statement, there can be a million different emotions that live through it and I strive for the canvas to tell the viewer its own life story. What is left to live on the surface also conveys hints or memories of the layers beneath while each piece emanates its own distinct personality. the rise and revival of one of Americas most enduring musical styles. This delightful program will be recorded for later radio broadcast and a light reception will follow. Ragtime From Barrelhouse to Broadway has been sponsored by the Apple Wagon Antique Mall and Sandy & Ron Vieczorek. Free transportation will be provided from the Dietrich Theater to WVIAs Media Center. The bus will depart the Dietrich at 1:30 p.m. Reservations are required. Please contact us at 570.9961500 to sign up, and stay tuned for more information about Wyoming County Reads. As you can see, the Dietrich is so much more than the movies!
Arts, Crafts and More
Front row: Kylie Hillebrand, Maya Kasim, Benjamin Rothwell, Finn Kane, Emily Bartell. Middle row: Madison Kayal, Zach Allen, Kate OBrien, Jayde Waibel, Sadie OBrien. Back row: Alec Bryla, Natalie Wentz, Stephanie Yatko, Carolyn Hickman, Alexa Ford, Alex Waskovich,
DIETRICH
Yoga for You, Dietrich Theater 60 E. Tioga St. Tunkhannock, Wednesdays 10 - 11 a.m. Yoga Instructor: Melissa Russo. This class will teach or reinforce the basic yoga poses (asanas) which gently stretch and strengthen the body. Attention will be given to breathing and alignment in postures. Bring a mat or beach towel. Cost: $10 per class. Info: 996.1500 or visit www.dietrichtheater.com. Five-week Beginner Oil Painting Class, beginning Jan. 8, continuing Tuesdays, from 2:45 to 4:15 p.m. at Abington Senior Community Center, 1151 Winola Road, Clarks Summit. Participants will learn the basics of oil, including sketching, shading, mixing of colors and brush techniques. Everything is included except canvas. Cost $35. Info: 586.8996. Five-week Watercolor Painting Class, beginning Jan. 10, continuing Thursdays from 1 - 2:30 p.m. at Abington Senior Community Center, 1151 Winola Road, Clarks Summit. Cost: $40. Info: 586.8996.
months, we invite you to take part in our Wyoming County Reads project. This years book is Ragtime by E.L. Doctorow. Start reading now and then join us for free book discussions, events related the novel and showings of the film. The project will be jumpstarted with a presentation at WVIAs Sordoni Theatre Sunday, Jan. 27 at 3 p.m. During this special event, pianist Gary Boerckel, host of Music to My Ears on WVIA-FM, and soprano Bernadette Boerckel will perform rags from the 1890s to the 1990s, narrating the story of
Front row, from left: Olivia Kloss, Giavanna Matrone, Baylor Lounsbery, George Ziccardi, Isabella Fasula, Amelia Fan. Middle row: Tara Rabin, Julia Braatz, Joseph Fasula, Mary Katherine Mellody. Back row: Ellen Brown, Kelsey Brown, Benjamin Gibson, Brendan Braatz, Amelia Fan, Masen Lounsbery, Modupe Osuntokun. Absent from photo: Katherine Dzwonczyk
Adam Weitzenkorn, New Visions spokesperson, said the Punk rock fans seeking art gallery tries to host two to entertainment Saturday evefour music shows a month, ning, Jan. 5 may find what usually attracting 40-50 attheyre looking for at New tendees, sometimes more. Visions Studio and Gallery, Music is an art form too, 201 Vine St, Scranton. he explained. A gallery news release He said of the upcoming stated, Are you ready to show, Itll be a good turnout mosh, slam dance and skank? and a good mix. I freakin hope so, cause James Barrett, vocals and New Visions is having a punk bass for Bad Answers, deshow. scribed the venue as possessDoors are scheduled to open ing a positive atmosphere, at 7 p.m. and the show will and said the band enjoys perbegin at 7:30 p.m. The cost is forming there. He said other $7 at the door. Bands playing venues Bad Answers played at include: Feds, from Scranton; in the past include the former Halfling, from Scranton; Bad Eleanor Rigbys in Jermyn Answers, from Clarks Summit and The Sherman Theatre in and Mundo, from Scranton. Stroudsburg.
BY ELIZABETH BAUMEISTER Abington Journal Correspondent
Get your mosh on!

Barrett described his band as Alternative/Punk rock. Its members reside in Clarks Summit, including Barrett, Jerry Connor on drums and Terry Hurst Jr. on guitar, all Abington Heights High School students, and Joe Wilga on guitar, a recent Lackawanna Trail High School graduate. According to Barrett, Bad Answers formed in 2010, made its first recording in 2011 and is currently in the process of recording a new EP. He said it plays mostly original songs, sometimes adding a cover to a live performance when time permits. Connor said if the crowd gets into it during a live per-
formance, the band has met its goal. He said New Visions is his favorite venue to play at and the band usually receives positive feedback from fans there. You get some of the coolest people to come out there, he said, adding the vintage video games, vintage comic books and art on display add a lot to the atmosphere. He said hes especially looking forward to the upcoming punk show because the band gets to perform with Halflings, a really good punk band. Im excited, he said. Its Clarks Summit based Bad Answers includes members, clockwise from top left: Jerry Connor (drums), Joe Wilga (guitar), James Barrett (vogoing to be a good time. cals, bass) Terry Hurst (guitar, vocals)
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OBITUARY
Eleanor Casey Richter
December 20, 2012
Alberta Ruth Bryant

December 22, 2012
Eleanor Casey Richter, 97, Scranton, died Thursday, Dec. 20, at Allied Skilled Nursing Facility. She was the widow of the late Emil M. Richter, who died June 14, 1987. Her first husband, the late Thomas Bamford, died in 1959. Born Oct. 31, 1915, in the Minooka section of Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Henry G. and Winifred Joyce Casey. She was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. Before retirement, she was a fashion merchandising buyer for Lane Bryants, Millburn, N.J. Before moving to Clarks Summit in 1988, she was a resident of Crestwood Estates in Whiting, N.J. Eleanor was an active member of the community and she was a faithful member of Our Lady of the Snows Parish, the Womans Guild and the Friday Morning Company. She was a former member of the Abington Womens Club.Eleanor was a gracious lady who ex-
emplified class. A loving, devoted mother and grandmother, she would radiate her kind encouragement and mentoring to all. She would light up a room upon entering. Her gentleness and kindness will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Surviving are a son, Robert Bamford and wife, Dorothy, Clarks Summit; son, Donald F. Richter, Cape Cod, Mass.; daughter, Sharon MacDonald, West Caldwell, N.J.; grandchildren, Casey Hodakowski and husband, Bill; Robert K. Bamford, Sean Bamford and wife, Rebecca; Robert Scott MacDonald, and Peggy McQuaid and husband, Gene; 11 greatgrandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Harry G., John and Robert Casey; and three sisters, Winifred Munson, Margaret Janus and Mary Casey. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. To send an online condolence, visitwww.jenningscalvey.com.
Alberta Ruth Bryant, 81, of Scranton, died Saturday, Dec. 22, at Geisinger Community Medical Center. Born Oct. 11, 1931, in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Noble Leslie and Catherine Brown Bryant. Formerly of Moosic, she lived previously in Spring Hill, Fla. She was a 1948 graduate of Scranton Technical High School. While living in Florida, she had been employed for more than 18 years by J.C. Penney as the gold buyer for the state of Florida. She was a member of Elm Park United Methodist Church, Scranton. She was devoted to her family and cherished her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. A funloving person, her gentle smile radiated happiness with others she met. A gracious, gentle woman, she shared her happiness with many, especially her family and her companion of 18 years, Gene. The family wishes to extend its heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Richard Martin and the dedicated staff of Dunmore Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the care and kindness they all shared with Alberta. Surviving are three daughters, Jean E. RodA morning announcement on December 20 encouraged students with the following message: The Pay it Forward campaign is continuing today. Make an effort to do a random act of kindness and pass on these cards. She explained, Pay It Forward is based on a movieThats where the inspiration came from. We printed these little cards that say, Pay it Forward and pass this card on after you do a random act of kindness, so if I do a random act of kindness and I give the person the card, that makes concrete the idea of pay it forward. The reaction has been really good. Some Pay It Forward suggestions that could make a difference in our daily life are: Slow down and notice the people around you; Take the time to listen to people with a sincere interest; Make eye contact; Smile at someone whether you know them
ney, Scranton; JoAnn Bodyl and husband, Michael, Hamilton Square, N.J.; and Cheryl Chapman and husband, Henry, San Diego; a brother, George Bryant, Florida; six grandsons, Craig and Ross Rodney, John and Thomas Bodyl, Joseph Zurcher Jr. and Michael Yaworski; a granddaughter, Melanie Rodney; two great-granddaughters, Emma Rose Rodney and Zada Morgan Zurcher; a great-grandson, Christopher J. Rodney and her companion of 18 years, Eugene Washo, Moosic; several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a son-in-law, Wayne John Rodney, on April 23; a grandson, Alex Robert Zikoski; two brothers, Robert and Theodore; and three sisters, Jean Kelly, Shirley Benjamin and Carol Murray. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton, PA 18503. Arrangements are being made by the JenningsCalvey Funeral and Cremation Service Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit, PA 18411. To send an online condolence, visit www.jenningscalvey.com. or not and watch for their reaction and Forgive easily. Murray said, The more you smile, the more you start to have a different perspectiveit can have a huge ripple effect on society Davis, who said she has primarily been letting people know they are needed, added, If you smile at someone you dont know and they reject you, you might be tentative to do it again, I say carpe diem One thing I think makes a difference is telling people how much you appreciate them. Its horrible to think about, but that person may not be here tomorrow and may never know what they did in my life that had such a huge impact. She told fellow senior, Pat Kearney, You are the greatest guy and Im so lucky to have you in my life as long as I have. Random acts of kindness are expected to continue.
Ivan enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially his yearly fishing trips to Canada. Surviving is a daughter December 25, 2012 Debbie Thompson and husband Kevin, Newton; a sister Shirley LaCoe, Silva, N.C.; Ivan W. Rosenkrans, of two grandsons Daniel and Newton Twp., died Tuesday Bradley Thompson; Newton; morning, Dec. 25, at The one great grandson Jacob and Regional Hospital in Scranseveral nieces and nephews. ton. Born in Newton Twp. In lieu of flowers, memoHe was the son of the late rials may be made to the Willard and Bessie Reed Rosenkrans. He was a gradu- Scranton School for the Deaf, Attn; Development office, ate of Newton Ransom High School. Prior to his retirement 537 Venard Rd. South Abington Twp., Pa 18411. he was employed as a truck To sign the online, guestdriver for The Pennsylvania book go towww.lawrenDepartment of Transportaceeyoungfuneralhome.com. tion. A true outdoorsman, Jim graduated high school in Clarks Summit and enNovember 30, 2012 tered the Navy serving on the U.S.S. Tidewater during James Jim E. Ball, 87, of World War II. He attended Penn State University for South Bend, Ind., died at RiverCrest Memorial Hospi- accounting then worked for tal Friday Nov. 30, 2012. Jim Koontz Wagner in South Bend and retiring from Clark was born Nov. 14, 1925 in Clarks Sum- Equipment in Buchanan, Michigan. Jim was an avid mit to Verboater and member of South non W. and Mary Mae Bend Cruising Club and South Bend Power Squadron. (Williams) Later active in the Clark Ball. Retirement Club and AmerOn Aug. 30, 1952 James married Bar- ican Legion. He enjoyed traveling and spending sumbara Castrejon of South mers riding horses in Cody, Bend at the First Christian Church. They were together Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, the famfor 23 years until her death ily requests memorials be in 1975. Their daughter Susan died in 1977. Jim is sur- made to: Paralyzed Veterans of America, 7 Mill Brook vived by his sister Nettie Road, Wilton, NH 03086 or Grace Altoonian of Clarks Summit and his son Bradley www.supportveterans.org. of South Bend, Ind.
Ivan Willard Rosenkrans
James E. Ball
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pal, Pam Murray said, We followed that up through the Interact Club during the second week with the Pay it Forward campaign, in which we focused on doing Random Acts of Kindness; things that could be done day in and day out to really make a difference in someones day. Its the idea of random acts of kindness on a daily basis that could make a difference in a persons life, which in turn makes a better school community, which in turn makes it a better community at large. The Interact Clubs focus is on community service and is supervised by the Rotary Club of the Abingtons. Emily Davis, Interact Club member and senior, said of the club, Were really focused on community service, so we recognize how
good it makes us feel when she do something good and the small difference we can make in someones life, especially after the suicide awareness campaign. The Pay It Forward campaign is reinforced at the high school on a daily basis through morning and afternoon public service announcements and by circulating business card-like tickets that remind the school community to Pay It Forward.
weapon. He added simple things like making sure the bow Continued from Page 1 string is not frayed or damSnow White and the Hunts- aged and that the arrows are man have contributed to its not cracked are overlooked. A lot of injuries are cause spike in popularity. Along with safety mecha- by hunters failing to use common sense, Chan said. nisms on the weapons, MaAccording to Chan, he has hajan feels that education on treated quite a few wrist proper use of the weapons fractures this hunting season should be a priority. He from when hunters fall out of spoke with a representative for Lonesome Road Archery tree stands. Its important to follow in Taylor who said safety is a the manufactures guide on matter of education. how to set it up, he said. They teach people how to Chan added that hunters properly use the weapons before taking them out of the should wear a safety harness when they are assembling the store. stand and also when they are Dr. David Chan, a hand inside of the stand. surgeon at Geisinger, reitChan stressed the imporerated the point that taking safety precautions is the best tance of knowing the surrounds before firing a shot to way to stay injury free. ensure there arent any hunSome minor injuries can ters behind your target. He be prevented by getting the also said hunters should not right equipment, including target a deer on the top of a arm guards and shooting hill because they can not see gloves, along with having a what is over the horizon. mechanical release on a
B & B Art Gallery welcomes new artists on third Fridays

B & B Art Gallery, 222 Northern Blvd., South Abington Twp, announces its first change of exhibit. Beginning in January, every third Friday will feature changing of art from the prior exhibit to new art. In addition to celebrating artists of NEPA and all forms of fine arts they produce, B & B Art Gallery will feature a wine-tasting provided by a local area vintner at the same time. Third Friday will take to heart the sentiment of support local and buying American. Third Friday Jan. 18, with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m., will welcome Featured Artist for January is Lynn Gano. Gano is a graphic and website designer. She studied fine arts at Tyler School of Art, Temple University where she graduated cum laude. She spent her junior year in Rome, Italy where she learned fine art printmaking. In addition, Gano has studied at The New York Academy of Art. Additional graduate courses in new media and design management were taken at Pratt Institute, New York and The Academy of Art, San Francisco. She has remained engaged in the fine arts and has exhibited across the country in select jury shows, one and two person shows and her artwork is included in academic and private collections. Other artists newly on display for January are: painters Judith Youshock, Dorothy Sedock and Amy Wyman; ceramic artist Mark Chuck; photographer Susan Vinskofski and stained glass artist Jack Lawrence. These will join works by Mike McGoff, Jay and Mary Ann Paulukonis, Joe Kluck and Teresa Velardi. The Featured Vintner for the January Exhibition is Capra Collina Winery. Capra Collina in English translates to Nanny Goat Hill an area of Jessup heavily populated by Italian immigrants in the early half of the 20th century. The settlers kept free-range goats for their milk and cheese, both ricotta and mozzarella. The goats were housed in a communal barn which later became the site of a public school. Unfortunately, the goats were imprinted to return to the site in inclement weather or at the first sign of trouble. The school, and surrounding neighborhood, eventually was referred to as Nanny Goat Hill. The winery uses the name to honor those early Italian settlers and to recall their contributions to the American experience.
derella, a poodle/cocker spaniel mix. He has three children, two by birth, Irena, who lives in Saint Petersburg, Russia and Elena, who lives in Continued from Page 10 Canada, and a step-child, Rutflam. This is Dvorniks first time showing his art at New York City. The artist first began painting a gallery in Northeastern Pennsylvania. when he was six years old. Dvorniks work will be on display, along with Dvornik believes art aficionados prefer clasCarol Galdieri, C.Stanley Hale, Mike McGoff, sic artworks over modern paintings. Kristie Miller McMahon, Jay & Mary Ann I dont think people like the newer paintPaulukonis and Geof Smeltzer until Jan. 15. ings, he said. They like the old-time art. Starting in January, B&B Art Gallery will He described the seascapes in Greece as some host a featured artist every month. Dvorniks of his favorite scenery to paint. works will be on display from Feb. 15 through The artist said he enjoys the serenity of Nay Aug Park and Lake Scranton with his dog, Cin- March 8.
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From his experiences as a cleaner, Yuri Dvornik developed a love for painting streetscapes. He also enjoys painting cityscapes, still life scenes and portraits, especially of Jewish religious themes.
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Prep defeats Dunmore with 4th quarter streak
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SCRANTON Scranton Prep knew the game was not over when it opened an 11-point lead in the first five minutes. The Cavaliers made sure to finish off Dunmore when they put together a streak of 12 straight points midway through the fourth quarter of a 65-55 win in Thursday nights Lynett Memorial boys basketball opener. I think the kids were prepared for Dunmore to make a run, Scranton Prep coach Joe Ferguson said. We couldnt put them away. But when they did respond, we knew what to do. James Fives, Noah Beh and Tim Rose finished off strong efforts by leading the decisive streak. The run gave Scranton Prep a 59-46 lead with 3:08 remaining and Dunmore did not get closer than eight the rest of the way. Scranton Prep returned to the championship game of the 62nd annual tournament for the first time in five years. The Cavaliers, who entered this years event with a record 16 championships, had lost in the first round for four straight years. The Cavaliers (5-2) grabbed seven of the games last eight rebounds to finish off the Bucks (5-2). I thought we did a great job on the boards, Ferguson said. When Dunmore has beaten us in the past, its been on the boards. Dunmore scored the first 10 points of the second half after trailing, 37-23, at halftime. The Bucks eventually closed the gap to a single point twice in the fourth quarter, first on John Rinaldis third dunk of the game, then on two Michael Bo-
Prep defeats Abington Heights in tourney finals

BY JOE BARESS For The Abington Journal
Lady Cavaliers break through Lady Comets defense in the third
SCRANTON- A Scranton Prep 15-4 run in the third quarter proved insurmountable as the defending Lynett Tournament champion Abington Heights Lady Comets fell in the finals to the Lady Cavaliers 29-24 Friday at Lackawanna College Dec. 28. The Lady Comets held Scranton Prep to just 14 points in the first, second and fourth quarters combined, but the Lady Cavaliers broke through in the Tricia Bynre scored a gamethird with 15. Meanwhile, high 10 points Dec. 28 to lead the Abington Heights ofScranton Prep and earned See Prep, Page 20 tournament MVP honors.
Scranton Preps James Fives is pursued by Dunmores Michael Boland Dec. 27. Fives hit a 3-pointer from the top of the key in a game-high, 22-point effort.
land free throws. Beh took advantage of two slick passes from his teammates Mac Temples and then Rose to begin and end the streak that broke the game open. Fives followed Behs basket by hitting a 3pointer from the top of the key in a game-high, 22-point effort. Rose, a sophomore guard, scored five straight points before feeding Beh to complete the run. He finished with eight points, four assists and two steals. Beh led the inside effort
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Noah Beh puts back an offensive rebound for two Dec. 27. Beh took advantage of two slick passes from his teammates to begin and end the streak that broke the game open.
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Breanna Toro led the Abington Heights defensive effort Dec. 28, constantly blocking and altering shots taken in the paint. Here she shoots for two in a Dec. 27 effort.
Kiwanis Tourney at Tunkhannock

Scranton Preparatory School participated in the Tunkhannock Kiwanis Wrestling Tournament held at Tunkhannock Area High School Dec. 28. Students from various high schools attended this two- day event. Those not eliminated on Friday continue Saturday. Scranton Prep senior, William Cognetti, shown at right, of the greater Abington area was defeated by his Cardinals opponent during Fridays meets.
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Miners: Past and future

The NEPA Miners, a minor league football team playing in the Regional American Football League (RAFL), and based in Scranton, shared their Top 10 events from 2012 and Top 10 events fans can await in 2013. Top 10 NEPA Miners Events from 2012 10. Miners score franchise record 84 points August 11 versus the Maryland Hawks. 9. The Miners first ever
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fense struggled, managing just 15 points in the first three quarters. I thought we did a great job defensively against a good offensive team, Abington Heights coach Vince Bucciarelli said. We shut down some of their higher scorers, but we had to come up and put the ball in the bucket, which we didnt do. In the first quarter, the Lady Comets controlled the tempo with stifling defense. Breanna Toro led the Abington Heights defensive effort, constantly blocking and altering shots taken in the paint. The Lady Cavaliers managed just two points in the first quarter. Scranton Prep battled back in the second quarter, scoring six straight points to gain an 8-6 advantage. On the ensuing possession, Caitie Nealon knocked down a three-pointer to reclaim the lead for Abington Heights. The Lady Comets extended their lead when Melanie Coles fed Chloe Emily Pritchyk performs in the Dec. 27 game. Shook inside for an easy two. Abington Heights took an 11-8 lead into the half before the Lady Cavaliers rattled off seven straight points to start the third quarter. Nealon helped cut the deficit to 16-15 when she scored on a layup and found Shook down low for another easy two. Scranton Prep answered with another 7-0 run to end the third quarter, which put the Lady Comets in a 23-15 hole. We had a couple key turnovers and didnt get a couple shots off, Bucciarelli said. We missed a few assignments and they made some shots, but that happens. The Abington Heights defense picked up again in the fourth quarter as Toro sent back three shots that were tossed up in the lane. Coles scored four straight points on the offensive end to cut the deficit to 25-21. After a Scranton Prep free throw, Toro nailed a layup and a free throw to cut the Lady Cavaliers lead to two points. Despite the comeback effort, the Lady Comets failed to score again in the closing minutes. Coles led the Lady Comets with eights points, while earning all-tournament team honors. Nealon added seven points for Abington Heights, while Shook chipped in four. Tricia Bynre scored a game-high 10 points to lead Scranton Prep and earned tournament MVP honors. The Lady Comets will have a rematch against the Lady Cavaliers at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 3, at Scranton Prep. Im proud of the effort, Bucciarelli said. Well go back to the drawing board and get ready for them Thursday.
with 14 points and 12 rebounds. He converted a rebound for a 13-2 lead with 3:19 left in the first quarter. We just penetrated and played as a team, said Fives, who scored the games first five points and help Scranton Prep score the first seven and never trail. We played together and we executed. Ferguson praised the way his team shared the ball while hitting seven of its first 11 shots for a 19-5 lead. Matt Knowles finished with 13 points. He joined Temples in each hitting all four foul shots while the Cavaliers were going 21for-26 (80.8 percent). Matt Clark finished with 19 points and Rinaldi had 16 points, seven assists and four steals for Dunmore, which had played in four straight finals.
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Alley Cats Bowling League - Scores from Dec. 18, 2012 Team Standings: Winners of the 1st Half-Bobcats-43, Lynx-39, Calicos-38.5, Manx-36, Siamese-34, Tigers-32.5, Wildcats-26, Ghost-7 High Individual Game: Anna Aten-158, Carole Hamersly-156, Mary Kay Nealon-155 High Individual Series: Anna Aten-447, Mary Kay Nealon-430, Mary Jo Long-423 High Team Game: Bobcats-702, Manx-659, Calicos-651 High Team Series: Bobcats-1996, Siamese-1900, Lynx-1859
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ABOVE: Scranton Preps Jessica Genco in the Dec. 27 game. AT LEFT: Caitie Nealon knocked down a three-pointer to reclaim the lead for Abington Heights in the second quarter. She added seven points for Abington Heights in the game.
AT LEFT: Olivia Burke prepares to shoot for Scranton Prep Dec. 27.
5-0 start to begin the season. 8. Miners win both televised games on My Network Television defeating the Red City Outlaws 36-18 and a 17-14 thriller versus the Philadelphia Gators with a 4th and 1 goal line stand on the games final play. 7. The Miners pay tribute to the late Willie Mims, making him the fifth member of the Miners Hall of Fame. 6. Miners partner up with JVW Inc. to introduce the Helmet Cam live during the Miners home opener. 5. Miners sign former NFL kicker Ken Parrish, who wore the helmet cam for the Miners. Parrish also kicked a 58 yard field goal during the All-Star Game. 4. Miners Cornerback David Castillo leads the league with 9 interceptions and signs a professional contract with the Lehigh Valley Steelhawks of the Professional Indoor Football League. 3. Miner team up with Perez Design Build and Remodel to introduce halftime field goal contest entering Miners fans for a chance to win a $25,000 Home Remodel. 2. Miners receiver Jared Manzers All-Star season catches 22 footballs for 562 yards and10 touchdowns. Manzer played one game as emergency quarterback, rallying the Miners to a 2926 come from behind victory versus the Frankfurt Chiefs. The Miners trailed 18-0 before Jared moved to Quarterback rushing for 148 yards with three touchdowns and throwing for another. 1. The signing of Head Coach Gary Haase who did a stellar job recruiting coaches and players with a team record nine wins and a playoff appearance.
Top 10 events for Miners Fans can look forward to in 2013 10. A top recruit visits Scranton as a part of the 50 Shades of Miners event Jan. 18 at 5 p.m. at Kildares in Scranton. Jumpin Jeff Walker from KRZ FM will be celebrity guest for the evening. 9. NEPA Miners Awards Banquet Feb. 22, details coming soon. 8. The Miners will announce their League Decision late January/early February. 7. The return of the NEPA Miners Girls Entertainment Team. 6. New uniforms and player signings, press conference to be announced. 5. First Tryout and Combine March 23 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at the Riverfront Sports Complex in Scranton. 4. Could this be the year the Miners get their mascot? 3. New sponsors and promotions at NEPA Miners Home Games while they raise money and awareness for seven more charities. 2. The NEPA Miners quest for their first championship begins in June as Head Coach Gary Haase enters his second season with the Miners. Tickets on sale in January atwww.nepaminers.com. 1. The groundbreaking of the Mine Shaft, a new sports complex being introduced to northeastern Pa. as the NEPA Miners are part of the Ultimate Sports Group at the Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. The Miners will transition upon project completion from Scranton Memorial Stadium to the Ultimate Sports Complex. Last years stories, game webcasts, upcoming events and Miners game tickets can be found online at www.nepaminers.com.
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Sophomore guard joins U of S Lady Royals

The University of Scranton womens basketball team has added sophomore guard Stephanie Keyes (Huntingdon Valley/Archbishop Wood) as a mid-semester transfer, head coach Mike Strong announced recently. Keyes transferred from West Chester University, an NCAA Division II institution in West Chester, where she averaged 1.6 points per game in 17 games off the bench last season as a freshman. Keyes, who did not play at West Chester during the first semester this season, helped Archbishop Wood win backto-back PIAA Class AAA state titles in her junior and senior seasons. Stephanie will add depth to our outside shooting arsenal as another big guard or small forward, Coach Strong said. Hopefully she will also rebounding and defensive ability. She makes our already talented sophomore class even stronger. Keyes was expected to be in uniform when the Lady Royals travel to Thousand Oaks, Calif. to face Emmanuel (Mass.) Dec. 30, at 6 p.m., and Cal-Lutheran Dec. 31, at 1 p.m.

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