i PLANNING TO TRIM a tree for the Christmas Holidays? The Auxiliary of Mercy Hospital of Wilkes-Barre, is planning a very special trimming - not one, but 50 trees. The Auxiliary of Mercy Hospi- tal has contacted professional florists and decorators, who will do the original and creative work of trimming some of the trees to fit a theme. All 50 finished trees will be on display at Genetti’s Best Western Motor Inn, Nov. 26, through Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets for the event are available at the Auxiliary office located next to Mercy Hospital at 42 Church Street, Wilkes- Barre, PA (826-3652). -0- THE AUXILIARY of the John Heinz Institute, Mundy Street, will conduct a handicraft and bake sale in the lobby of the Heinz Institute on Wednesday and Thursday, November 26th and 27th from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. All proceeds from the Auxil- iary’s handicraft and bake sale will be used to redecorate the patients’ dining room to give it a more homelike atmosphere. All proceeds from Auxiliary projects are earmarked for patients’ services such as birth- day, Christmas and other holi- day gifts, and surprise packages to make their stay at Heinz even more comfortable. THE GATE OF HEAVEN CHURCH and the Red Cross Back Mountain Blood Council church school on November 28, from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Jeff Townsend, Chairman of the Blood Council, reported that volunteers and donors from the Back Mountain operate five large community drives each year. A TOWN MEETING will be held on Saturday, November 29, at 1 p.m. at the Harveys Lake Borough building concerning the leaf collection. . THE SHAVERTOWN UNITED METHODIST WOMEN will conduct a Christ- mas Tea on Monday, Dec. 1, at 8 p.m. at the Shavertown United Methodist Church. The program will be presented by the Dallas Ele- mentary School Peacemakers. Donation is $3.50 per person. For further information, call 675-1591. 0: THE BLOOMINGDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH will have its Annual Hunter’s Breakfast on Monday, Dec. 1, from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. Menu will include breakfast food (eggs, toast, home fries, pancakes and bacon or sausage) and also lunch. -0- WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL'S ‘Parenting Class’ will be held on Monday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. in the dining room on the first floor. The two-hour class is open to expectant and first-time parents or any other parents who wish to learn more about the psycho- logical or emotional aspects of being a parent. The class is free-of-charge. To register or for more infor- mation, call Wilkes-Barre Gen- eral Hospital’s Nursing Service Department, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 829- 8111, extensions 2205 or 3048. -0- CHAPTER 9 DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS will meet on Monday, December 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Parsons VFW, Scott Street, Wilkes-Barre. Commander Leo Myslak will preside. Refreshments will be served. WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL’S Oncology Depart- ment will hold its ‘‘Nutritional Support for Patients with Cancer,” class every Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the family-patient lounge on 4 EAST. Patients with cancer and their families are invited to attend the class to examine nutritional concerns related to cancer. / slide presentation and open dis- cussion will be followed by a question and answer period. For more information call Wilkes-Barre General Hospital’s Nursing Services at 829-8111, extension 2205. The class is open to all patients with cancer and their families free of charge. -0- THE DALLAS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Guidance Department announces a program concern- ing financial aid for all students planning to continue their edu- cation beyond high school, and for their parents. This program is scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 1986 at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Mrs. Patricia Russin, Counse- lor Coordinator, will moderate the program which includes the following: Dr. Peter Yansen- chek, Regional Director of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), who will discuss State Grant and Loan Programs; Mr. Orange, Pa. ‘miles... FROM WYOMING — Take 8th St., about 172 miles in. LBA TY) PHONE 333-4500 effectual workout purchase necessary LDR. Blue aI $20 HN Northeast. Emery of Huntsville. Michael Shevock, Counselor, who will speak on the Family Financial Statement, local and national scholarships. A DIFFERENT CLASS, a jazz quintet known for its unique mix of soft jazz and contemporary pop music, will perform at Penn State Wilkes-Barre Tuesday, December 2, at 8 p.m. The concert will be held in the Hayfield House Community Room, and is oepn to the public free of charge. Philadelphia critics note the group’s prolific songwriting abilities, which constantly pro- vide A DIFFERENT CLASS with fresh, strong class of mate- rial. -0- THE HELPING HANDS CLUB of United Cerebral Palsy of Luzerne County will celebrate the Holiday Season with their Annual Christmas Party on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the Shera- ton-Crossgates in downtown Wilkes-Barre. The Helping Hands Club is a self-help self-support group comprised of individuals who are physically handicapped- mentally alert. The Guest Speaker at this year’s Christmas Party is Mr. Bernie Kolodziej, the Executive Director of the Wyoming Valley Children’s Association. The public is invited to attend and reservations can be made by contacting United Cerebral Palsy at 829-2613. -0- WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL’S special sibling class, “Our New Addition,” will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in Saidman Hall on the hospital’s first floor. To register or for more infor- mation, call the hospital’s Nurs- ing Service Department, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 829-8111, extensions 2205 or 3048. Next class date is Tuesday, Feb. 17. -0- THE WILKES COLLEGE CHORUS will appear in concert in the Dorothy Dickson Darte EP bi November 26 6:30 P.M.-2:00 A.M. ADMISSION: $5.00 (INCLUDES SKATES) 2 FREE PASSES TO EVERYONE FOR LATE DATE FREE DONUTS & SODA November 28 KIDS’ SPECIAL 1:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M. ADMISSION: $1.00 SKATES: $1.00 Center on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 8:15 p.m. The performance is open to the public and there is no admission charge. The Chorus, under the direc- tion of John Vaida, director of choral music at Wilkes, will present a program featuring Brahms’ ‘‘Liebeslieder Waltzes,’ and Debussy’s “Three Chansons.” Dr. Roose- velt Newson, assistant professor of music, will accompany on the piano. THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION will sponsor a Basic Cardiac Life Support course on two consecutive Thursdays, December 4 and 11, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, corner of South and South Main Sts., Wilkes-Barre. The public is invited to register for the two- night class by calling the Heart Office at 822-6247. Participants will receive instruction in One Rescuer CPR, Obstructed Airway and Pediatric Resuscitation. The Heart Association advises that participants wear comfortable clothing. The fee for the couse is $3.00 per person. Class size is limited to 25 students and registration wil lbe on a ‘first come, first serve’’ basis. -0- ANTIQUE TOYS AND GAMES will be on display by the Tee-To-Tum Museum and Antique Shop at the 11th annual Christmas Tea at The Oldest House, East Main St., Lacey- ville, Pa. The event will be held Saturday and Sunday after- noons, December 6 and 7 from 1 to4 p.m. . The Oldest House Christmas Tea is held each year to wel- come newcomers to the old landmark as well as to thank all others who have shown an inter- est in the home over the years. The home is easily reached from Route 6 by any of the three exits to the town. THE GUIDANCE DEPART- MENT of Bishop O’Reilly High School will sponsor a financial aid night for students in the 11th and 12th grades and their par- ents, on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Dr. Peter Yasenchak, director of Pennsylvania Higher Educa- tion Assistance Association will speak on the various types of financial aid that are available. Parents of members of the senior and junior class are espe- cially encouraged to attend. THE BLOOMINGDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH will conduct its Annual Christmas Bazaar (new and used items) and Bake Sale on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food will also be served during the time of the bazaar. -0- THE SHAVERTOWN FIRE COMPANY LADIES AUXIL- IARY will hold a Christmas Bingo on Thursday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. at the Shavertown Fire Hall. Free refreshments will be served. -0- THE DEPARTMENT OF EARTH AND ENVIRONMEN- TAL SCIENCES of Wilkes Col- lege will present a symposium entitled, ‘Hazardous and Solid Waste Management” on Satur- day, Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Stark Learning Center Room 101. The symposium is offered free of charge to local high school and college students and residents of the Wilkes- Barre-Scranton Area. Individuals interested in attending ‘‘Hazardous and Solid Waste Management” may pre- (More CALENDAR, page 23) DING HAVE YOURS VIDEOTAPED "Professional Quality" BOBBY Z VIDEO MEMORIES™ 59 N. 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