THIS WEEK: June 22 to 28, 2016
Founder’s Day Book Signings, with authors Kathleen Steele (“The Building of the Tunkhannock Viaduct and Clarks Summit-Hallstead Cut-Off”), Jack Smiles (“The Ninth Wonder of the World”), John Darcy II (“Martin’s Creek Viaduct”), Deborah Courville (“The Oldest House Series”) and more. Also: a used-book sale and tours of the genealogical library. Wyoming County Historical Society, 11 E. Harrison St., Tunkhannock. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 25. 570-836-5303.
Book Signing with local authors Margo and Marnie Azzarelli (“Labor Unrest in Scranton”). Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. 1 p.m. June 25. 570-829-4210.
Arts on the Beach, an exhibit by painters Bonnie Covaleski and Lorraine P. Elias along with vendors, basket raffles and the Sweet Lush Cupcake Camper. Harveys Lake Beach Association, Lakeside Drive. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 26. Rain or shine.
ONGOING EXHIBITS
Tapestry of Dreams, photographs “that illustrate stories without words” by Chala Janpraphasakul. Through June 24 at Artists for Art Gallery, 514 Lackawanna St., Scranton. Hours: noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. 570-969-1040.
Flare: Iron Through the Lens, juried photographs by a group of artists illustrating its relation to iron and the process of casting. Through June 24 at Artists for Art Gallery, 514 Lackawanna St., Scranton. Hours: noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. 570-969-1040.
Group Exhibit, with works by sculptor/carver David Green, realism painter Michael E. Hockenbury and watercolorist Keith Hunter. Through June 25 at Marquis Art and Frame, 122 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. 570-823-0518.
Celebrate Paintings, works by artists Morgan Simon and Ben Jackson. Through June 30 at the Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Open during movie screenings. 570-996-1500.
Natural Monroe, an exhibit by the Pocono Photo Club reflecting the natural beauty of Monroe County. Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, 8050 Running Valley Road, Stroudsburg. Through June 30 with hours 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. most Saturdays. 570-629-3061.
The Light in the Forest, art work by Sue Hand, crafted with palette knife oil depicting the serenity of forests and wildlife on triptychs. Through Aug. 12 with a Meet-the-Artist reception 6 to 8 p.m. July 15. Widmann Gallery, Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, North Main and West Jackson streets, Wilkes-Barre. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. 570-208-5900, ext. 5328.
Upstream & Down: The Susquehanna, a group exhibit of contemporary artists who have painted the Susquehanna River in all its many moods and seasons. Through Aug. 13 at the Sordoni Art Gallery, Stark Learning Center, 150 S. River St., Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. 570-408-4325.
Historic Downtown Tunkhannock, photos and memorabilia highlighting historic homes, the Triton Hose Company, the Wyoming County Courthouse and the Tunkhannock United Methodist Church. Through Aug. 15 at the Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Open during movie screenings. 570-996-1500.
The Roaring ’20s, an exhibit covering major trends of the age including art, entertainment, Prohibition and bootlegging, criminals, music and dances as well as 30 dresses representing the fashion of the era. Through September 3 at the Luzerne County Historical Society Museum, 69 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. 570-823-6244.
Ansel Adams: Masterworks, 47 works by legendary photographer Ansel Adams depicting elegant details of nature, architectural studies, portraits and breathtaking landscapes. A lecture on the exhibit will take place Sept. 19 by associate professor of history and government Dr. Brian Caruso in Walsh Hall at 2 and 5 p.m. The exhibit continues through Sept. 30 at the Pauly Friedman and Marquis George MacDonald Art Galleries, Misericordia University, 301 Lake St., Dallas. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays; 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. 570-674-6250.
Some Enchanted Land: The Paintings of John Willard Raught, local landscapes by the Dunmore native who received international recognition for his works. Through Dec. 31 at the Everhart Museum, 1901 Mulberry St., Scranton. Open noon to 4 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. 570-346-7186.
FUTURE
Second Friday Art Walk, with exhibits, crafters, street performers, live music and a Kids Zone with interactive art and free face painting. Main Street in Pittston. 5 to 9 p.m. July 8 and Sept. 9. 570-654-0513.
Wolves, Magic Mirrors & Spinning Wheels: The Anatomy of Fairy Tales, a multi-disciplinary exhibit highlighting the museum’s collection of contemporary art to illustrate how fairy and folk tales are archetypal stories inspiring and interpreting popular culture. July 15 to Dec. 31 at the Everhart Museum, 1901 Mulberry St., Scranton. Open noon to 4 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Closed Christmas Day. 570-346-7186.
Persistence: The Continuing Influence of Classical Myths, a group exhibit of works by contemporary artists who find inspiration in Greek and Roman mythology. Aug. 30 to Oct. 12 at the Sordoni Art Gallery, Stark Learning Center, 150 S. River St., Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. 570-408-4325.
Brush & Lens: A Mother and Son Exhibit, paintings by Lorraine Petyo Elias and photography by her son Darren Elias. Opens July 15 with a reception 5 to 8 p.m. Continues through Sept. 2 at Marquis Art and Frame, 122 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. 570-823-0518.
Ying Li, works by the Beijing-born artist. Oct. 25 to Dec. 18 at the Sordoni Art Gallery, Stark Learning Center, 150 S. River St., Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. 570-408-4325.
