Abingtons
Artist studio tour: Art of the Abingtons inaugural artist studio tour, Aug. 16 and 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This self-guided tour invites you into the working studios of local artists across the Abington area, including Dalton, Waverly Twp. and Clarks Summit. Visitors will enjoy an intimate look at where creativity happens and engage directly with artists as they share their work, inspiration and process. Mediums include painting, ceramics, jewelry, printmaking and more. Participating artists include Cara Colombo, Lisa Cunningham, Peter Hoffer, Joe Kluck, Josiah Lewis, Kristie McMahon, Christine Medley and Bill Tersteeg; opening reception and group exhibition, Aug. 15, 6-8 p.m., the Gathering Place in Clarks Summit. The exhibit will feature selected works from each artist and remain on view through Sept. 10. Programs, maps and other information are available at ArtofTheAbingtons.com. For questions, contact info@artoftheabingtons.com.
Lackawanna County
La Festa Italiana: La Festa Italiana, the annual celebration of food, culture and music, will be held Labor Day weekend (Aug. 29-Sept. 1,) on Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton. Admission is free. Hours are Aug. 29, 4-10 p.m.; Aug. 30-31, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sept. 1, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Visit www.lafestaitaliana.org for details and updates.
Bus trip: AARP NEPA/Scranton Chapter 3731 bus trip Oct. 14 to Germanfest at Silver Birches, Hawley. George Statler German Band and Germanfest Olympics. German-style buffet included. Open to the public. Cost is $99. For reservations, call Eileen at 570-328-3359 or David at 570-892-1619.
Regional
Test-taking workshop: Johnson College’s free “Test-Taking 101” workshop, Aug. 12, noon-3:30 p.m., Scranton campus. Preregistration is required. Designed for students age 15 and older, this workshop is focused on developing essential test-taking skills and improving study habits. Most students underperform on exams due to poor time management and strategy, not a lack of knowledge. This session provides tools and techniques to help learners prepare more effectively and perform more confidently. Participants will learn: how written exams are structured and designed; a systematic method to study and retain information; proven strategies to eliminate incorrect answers and improve accuracy. Space is limited to 65 students. PA EMS providers will receive 3.5 hours of con ed credit (Other category) for attending. To register or learn more, visit johnson.edu/wave. For questions or assistance, contact Johnson College’s WAVE team at 570-702-8979 or email wave@johnson.edu.
Taylor
Civic club meeting: R&L Civic Club meeting, Friday, 7 p.m., Acacia Lodge, 617 Union St., Taylor.