y .- II. ye TTT ——— ec a x 3 6 The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, March 29, 2000 v "Pulitzer Prize-winning writer to speak at Wilkes Author and writer David Halberstam will be the guest speaker at Wilkes University's 19th annual Max Rosenn Lecture Series in Law and Humanities on Sunday, April 16 at 8 p.m. Halberstam will deliver his lec- ture in the Edward Darling Jr. Theater of the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. A book signing will follow. Mr. Halberstam is a 1955 ‘graduate of Harvard University, where he served as managing edi- tor of the daily Harvard Crimson. He began his career as the sole reporter for the Daily Times Leader in West Point, Mississippi, and later at the Nashville Tennessean, before joining The New York Times in 1960. He came to national promi- nence in the early 1960's as one of a handful of American reporters who refused to accept the official optimism about Vietnam and re- ported the war was being lost. It was for this coverage that earned the Pulitzer Prize at age 30. For more information on the Max Rosenn Lecture Series in Law and Humanities, contact Lisa Pugh, special events coordinator, at 408-4306. Back Mt. Library receives In memory of Joseph Yatso, "The New York Times Manual of Style and Usage, revised and ex- panded edition" by Allan M. Siegal, presented by The Class of 1942 Kingston Township High School. "In memory of Dr. Roy E. Mor- gan, "The Show Biz Life" by Robert Hendrickson, presented by Mary Jo Shisko. In memory of Rita Kusiak, "Carolina Moon" by Nora Roberts, presented by Sally Bonluck. In memory of Raymond Poostay, "Bass Bug Fishing: by William G. Tapply, presented by Mr. and Mrs. Frank D'Angelo In memory of Samuel Holvey, "Dictionary of the Performing Arts" by Frank Ledie Moore, presented by Florence L. and James Finn In memory of Charles "Bing" Lawley, "Burt Lancaster: An American Life" by Kate Buford, presented by Jacqueline and Ed- ward Durkin In memory of Paul King, "Tin Cup Dreams" by, Michael D'Antonio, presented by Marga- ret M. Thomas In. memory. .of ...Corky Conyngham, "Nolan Ryan: The Road to Cooperstown" by Nolan Ryan, presented by Thamsin C. Bowes In memory of Theodore "Ted" Amato, "Naples at Table" by Arthur Schwartz, presented by John and Dorene Rhoads In memory of Robert B. Burnside Sr., "Pennsylvania Pride" ‘memorial , honor books presented by Gerald Fritzges In memory of Dr. Charles Lawley, "The Real James Herriot: A Memoir of My Father: by Jim Wright, presented by Mr. and Mrs. Martin Moore In memory of Mary Dempsey, "Well-being for Women" by Stella Weller, presented by Mayclaire McCarthy and Mrs. William J. McCarthy In ‘memory’ of ‘Karin Strawbridge, "The Arts and Crafts House" by Adrian Tinniswood, presented by John and Dorene Rhoads In memory of Dr. John Walmer, "Shy Boy" by Monty Roberts, pre- sented by John and Dorene Rhoads In honor of Drs. Rose and Jo- seph Mattiolo, "A Little bit Side- ways" Scott Huler, presented by Carson Baker In honor of Clifford K. Parker, "Dictionary of Wars" by George Childs Kohn, presented by Estella Parker Killian In honor of "Sukey" Harris, "Decorating with Antiques: Confi- dently Combining Old and New" by Clifton-Mogg, Carolina, pre- sented by John and Dorene Rhoads In honor of Senator Charles Lemmond (recently awarded a Doctor of Humane Letters by Wilkes University) "The Patent Files" by David Lindsay, presented by Edward Schechter "on BMT woman donates quilted artwork Amilia Yanchik of Shavertown recently donated a quilt wall hanging to the cardiac rehab department at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. The artwork features a hand holding a heart and follows the theme, "Helping Hands for a Healthy Heart". The donation was made in appreciation of the work done with heart patients by the Geisinger cardiac rehab department. Shown are, from left, Kris Williams, RN; Kim Ollendyke, RN, BSN; Sue McTavich, RN; Amilia Yanchik; Mary Lou Koytek, RN, BSN; Denise Menapace, RN; and Seth Fisher, MD, director of cardiac rehabilitation. Personal Melissa Scharff formerly of Genesis is now accepting clients for nail and pedicure service 10% OFF ANY SERVICE ! | elissA $ Nail Salon 23 Circle Drive » 674-5565 ¢ Dallas Kingston * 287-9631 Serving the Wyoming Valley For Over 40 Years! - ODITEINNA TV & APPLIANCES Exeter » 655-8801 BNE's production of ‘Coppelia’. Nicole Seitz is pictured rehearsing for her role, Swanhilda, in Back Mt. dancers to perform Ballet Northeast's 'Coppelia’ Appearing in prominent roles in Ballet Northeast's production of "Coppelia" will be Nicole Seitz, Leslie Dewees, Leigh Kosloski, and Amanda Simpson, all residents of the Back Mountain region. Per- formances are scheduled to com- mence at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 31-April 2 at the Darte Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Wilkes University. Ms. Seitz is cast as the princi- pal female character Swanhilda. Also appearing in principal male roles will be guest professional artists William Prouty and Jo- seph Fritz of the Metropolitan Opera Company Ballet in the roles of Franz and Dr. Coppelius. Ap- pearing in supporting ensemble and solo roles are Leslie Dewees and Amanda Simpson of Dallas, and Leigh Kosloski of Harveys Lake. Tickets for these performances at $10, may be secured in ad- vance at most Gallery of Sound outlets, Broadway Dreams (King- ston), Humphrey's Bootery and Children's Apparel (Shavertown), Accessorize & More (West Pittston), and Gino's Shoe Stores in Dallas and Mountaintop. Tick- ets may also be reserved and ad- ditional information secured by telephoning 825-3515 or. 639- 1303. PSU seminar on forest pests A seminar, “The Business of Silviculture: Unwelcome Guests” will be presented at The Resort at Split Rock, White Haven, on Tues- day, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The program has been devel- oped through the efforts of Penn State University’s School of For- est Resources, Penn State's North- east PA Cooperative Extension, and the Center for Quality Con- tinuing Education and Training at Penn State Wilkes-Barre. This seminar will help the prac- ticing forester or interested land- owner understand some impor- tant issues, from tree decline to invasive insects and plants, af- fecting the Northeastern forests. Dr. Michael Jacobson and Dr. James Finley, both professors in the School of Forest Resources at Penn State, were responsible for coordinating the seminar. Topics to be covered include: case studies of unintentionally introduced exotic pests; invasive plants, some case examples; prob- lematic polygomins (knotweed and tear thumb); factors contributing to Sugar Maple decline; Beech Bark Scale Complex; Hemlock Wooly Adelgid; and plants that interfere with regeneration. The seminar will conclude with a panel discussion reviewing educational highlights of the day. The seminar is approved for five CFE credits from the Society of American Foresters; pesticide credits will also be awarded. For more information, or to register, callJanet Rosenbaum, Penn State Wilkes-Barre Continuing Educa- tion, at (570) 675-9102 or e-mail wbce@cde.psu.edu. Dallas UMW plan rummage sale The Dallas United Methodist Women will have a spring rummage sale on Friday, March 31, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, April 1, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Bag Day). Clothing, housewares, dry goods, toys, jewelry, books, baked goods, snack bar and homemade soups will be available. JCC hosting free health screening The community is invited to attend the Wyoming Valley JCC's 21st Annual Health Fair on Monday, April 3, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center, Wilkes-Barre.. The health fair is endowed by Dr. David and Shelley Barras in conjunction with Wyoming Valley Health Care. There will be free screenings available and information booths on such topics as oral cancer, podiatry, glaucoma, hearing, vision, cholesterol, lung cancer, blood pressure, stroke, nutrition, fitness and more. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 824-4646. Senior Citizens Centers spon- ‘sored by the Luzerne/Wyoming Counties Bureau for the Aging of- fer hot noon meals Monday through Friday to people 60 years of age or older. Donations from participants are gratefully accepted and needed in order to expand this program. The following is the menu for the week of March 27, 2000. Al meals include margarine, milk and coffee. MONDAY - Baked chicken, sliced beets, sweet potatoes, din- ner roll, apple pie TUESDAY - Swedish meatballs, Care thats a world apart is close to home. auto-related insurances. Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center—although we're close to home, we always go the distance for you. cinnamon applesauce, carrots, egg noodles, whole wheat bread, orange juice, vanilla ice cream WEDNESDAY - Liver w/onions, cauliflower, oven brown potatoes, whole wheat bread, tomato juice, chocolate chip cookie THURSDAY - Ravioli w/to- mato sauce, meatballs, green beans, tossed green salad, italian bread, fruit cocktail FRIDAY - Seafood casserole, pastaw/mushroom cheese sauce, broccoli, white bread, baked apple, vanilla wafers Nationally recognized for treating cancer, heart disease and diabetes as well as for our work in women’s Geisinger Health Plan, Workers Compensation and health and orthopedics, our care is the finest you'll find anywhere. And it’s close to where you live. We're easy to get to, a couple of miles from the Wyoming Valley Mall, five minutes from the heart of Wilkes-Barre and near Interstate 81, exit 47A. We accept most major medical plans, including Medicare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Medical Assistance, Health America, Penn State Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center Heal. Teach. Discover. Serve. For information about our services, call the CareLink at 1-800-275-6401 or visit us at www.geisinger.org. U
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