abt os RE - “ The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Bright-colored blossoms waved gently amid the peaceful silence of the grass covered plots marked by white or gray stones bearing the names of loved once resting in immortality. Red geraniums raising proudly from the ground brought to mind the blood shed by the hundreds of men and women, who willingly gave their lives for their country. White blossoms intermingled hearalded the peace they fought for, and blue of many shades brought memories of their honorable deaths given so others could live in freedom. Speakers throughout the area spoke of the freedoms enjoyed by Americans at the expense of those who went before us—freedom of worship, freedom of speech, free- dom from fear and freedom from want, while dozens of young high school students gave up their Memorial Day morning to pay trib- ute with patriotic band renditions. Crowds turned out to watch the parades—larger crowds than By RICH JOHNSON sia Writer Operating a boat under the in- fluence of alcohol can be just as dangerous as driving a car while drunk—that is the message be- hind a program this weekend at Harveys Lake. The Luzerne County Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving is “holding a boating awareness day at Harveys Lake on Saturday, June ‘Memorial Day 1990—honoring our heroes Back Mountain glimpses by Charlot M. Denmon usual—and many more marched in the Memorial parades; Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Little League, Vietnam veterans, Legionnaires, Legion Auxiliary, municipal officials and many more. A new spirit filled the air this Memorial Day, the day set aside to honor our country’s men and women who have given their lives over the past 200 years of history to keep America free. An excite- ment fills the air as young and old rekindle the hope that peace will spread across the world. Perhaps it is the recent break for freedom in East Germany, Lithuania, and other countries of Eastern Europe which inspires our nation. But while looking toward the future, let us not forget those men and women who sacrificed their lives to guarantee peace in 2. : Edna Vivian, a spokesperson for MADD, said the idea behind the event is to show the public the dangers of mixing alcohol and boating. “The area has had some prob- lems in the past with alcohol on the lakes and boaters drinking while operating a boat,” said Viv- ian. “We want to take the time to educate the public about safe boating. It is just as dangerous to < THE TEMPEST OUTDOORS — Theatre-On-The-Green committee members: from Misericordia and the community met recently to discuss this year’s production of Shakespeare's “The Tempest.” Seated from the future. Memorial Day has been a day to honor veterans since the time of the Civil War, and since that time it has become a day to honor all Americans, dead or living, who fought to preserve America. The people of today and the future are of the past and to renew our vow to work toward peace for the future. Let no one forget the meaning of Memorial Day as we plan for the first picnics of the summer, long weekend trips, or another day off from work or school. Do not let our men and women have given their lives for naught. Government by the people, of the people, for the people, can only exist if each generation works for its survival. May your Memorial Day have been a happy one. MADD program fights boating drunk be operating a boat as it is operat- ing a car when you are drunk,” she added. Vivian said that a number of events are scheduled for the day to show the dangers of alcohol and boating. : Saturday's events will get under- way at noon at the Fish Commis- sion Launching Area. Many differ- ent groups will take part in the awareness day. left are: Betty McDonald, Gail Smallwood, Marilyn Santarelli, Ola Mea Schoonover. Standing from left, Charles Wasserott, IV; Larree Bailey, Roz Smulowitz, Don Hopkins, Diane Ushinski, committee chair; David Stout, Dr. Regina Kelly, RSM; Linda Stallone, Joyce Krivenko and Frank Conyngham. "The Tempest’ to be staged outdoors A perilous storm at sea, treach- erous murder plots, and the joy of love at first sight will fill the out- door stage at College Misericordia July 19-22, in the third annual Theatre-On-The-Green production of William Shakespeare's last play “The Tempest.” Jim Petosa, artistic director of the National Players, producing _ director of the Olney Theatre in ~— CIALLED Washington, D.C. and the State Summer Theatre of Maryland, will direct this romantic fantasy which takes place on an enchanted is- land. The cast will consist of pro- fessional actors. Tickets are $7 and $3 and go on sale June 1. Previous years’ per- formances drew crowds of more than 2,000 to the outdoor event. Theatre-On-The-Green is made possible through the generosity of corporate and community donors. In addition, the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts has awarded Misericordia a grant in support of the project. Five performances of this musi- cal production of “The Tempest” have been scheduled, including a free 2 p.m. matinee of excerpts on Saturday, July 21. This matinee will be produced especially for children. Misericordia also will host a free symposium about the play on Tuesday, July 17. The symposium, led by Misericordia Shakespeare scholar, Dr. Regina Kelly, RSM, will focus on various aspects of the play. A new feature this year is the Theatre Workshop, open to area high school students grades nine through 12. The Workshop will be held July 16-20 and will give par- ticipants first-hand experience with many aspects of theatre and Shakespeare. 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Dr. Ryan, now Campus Executive Officer, has been appointed Vice President of Continuing Education for Penn State, based at the Penn State University Park Campus. He has served as Wilkes-Barre campus executive officer since 1981. Diane Ryan has served as coordinator of the campus counseling and advising center since 1980. Tickets for the dinner are available by contacting Karen Cox at 675-9265. Emcee for the event will be Tom Robinson, director of Development and former member of the campus Advisory Board. Shown from left are committee members: Pauly Friedman, Madeline Motzki, Tom Robinson and Shirley Fortinsky. Standing from left, Sally Sagenkahn, Karen Cox and Sylvia Hudacek. Sculptures on exhibit at Misericordia The minimalist wooden sculp- tures and abstract drawings of Wilkes-Barre artist Kevin O'Toole will be featured at College Miseri- cordia’s MacDonald Art Gallery June 2-24. The exhibition will open with a reception for the artist on Saturday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m. The open to the public. The exhibit includes about 30 laminated wood and metal sculp- tures, and drawings done in oil pastel and graphite. His laminated, rounded forms are combined with sharply defined flat planes which are either plated with metal or painted with enamel. Exhibition hours are: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 12-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.; Friday, 12-5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.; closed Monday. HONORED BY POST OFFICE - Noxen Postmaster Dave Schaar presents Lee Hockenberry of Dallas with a Dinosaur T-shirt and a certificate. Lee's drawing was the one chosen for the speicalipostal cancellation that will be available during the Rattlesnake Roundup. Town & Country’s Casual Furniture brings new life, comfort, and color to your patio, porch, deck, sunroom — = Have a great Summer! Visit Town & Country’s Wicker, Rattan and Casual Furniture Galleries on our lower level. 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