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THIS WEEK: Sept. 30 to Oct. 6, 2016

Readers & Writers Festival, the inaugural event with free and ticketed sessions. Included: guest authors Gloria Steinem, John Berendt and MK Asante along with a performance by Humans Collective, a spoken-word and dance troupe. Also: open mics, panels on science fiction writings and environmental issues, storytelling for children, pop-up bookstore and a “Women Writing for Women” panel. Held at various venues in Milford from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2. Schedule at milfordreadersandwriters.com.

Lecture, a talk on “Polygyny and Its Discontents: A Key to Understanding Traditional Chinese Society” by Paul R. Goldin of the University of Pennsylvania, who talks about the practice of Chinese men having multiple wives or concubines. Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall, 320 Madison Ave., University of Scranton. 3:30 p.m. Sept. 30. Free. 570-941-7643.

Lecture by peacemaker and social justice activist Shane Claiborne who discusses his work with Mother Teresa and journeys that have taken him to some of the most troubled regions of the world. Rooms 216-217, Insalaco Hall, Misericordia University, 301 Lake St., Dallas. 7 p.m. Sept. 30. Free. 570-674-6495.

Poldark Discussion, a group following the Sunday-night British miniseries on WVIA-TV, based on the books of Winston Graham, set in 18th-century Cornwall. Wyoming Free Library, 358 Wyoming Ave. 5 to 6 p.m. Mondays through Nov. 28. 570-693-1364.

Overview on Immigration Policy, a talk on U.S. immigration by Steven A. Camarota of the Center for Immigration Sudies in Washington, D.C. Room 214, Arnaud C. Marts Center, 274 S. Franklin St., Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre. 4 p.m. Oct. 4. Free. 570-408-4779.

Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon, a talk on “The Duel: Hamilton v. Burr: The Most Dramatic Moment in the Politics of the Early Republic” by Morey Myers of Myers, Brier and Kelly law firm. Rose Room, Brennan Hall, 320 Madison Ave., University of Scranton. Noon on Oct. 5. $20. Reservations: 570-941-6206.

Town Hall Meeting, with Nelson Lauver, award-winning author of “Most Unlikely to Succeed.” Held in conjunction with the 15th annual Northeastern U.S. Conference on disAbility. Edward Leahy Hall, University of Scranton. 4:30 p.m. Oct. 5. Free. 570-941-7819.

Allan P. Kirby Lecture, with former Florida congressman and retired army officer Allan West speaking on “Building a Strong Economy Through Small Business and Military Veterans.” Dorothy Dickson Darte Center, 100 W. South St., Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre. 7 p.m. Oct. 5. Free. 570-408-4779.

Lunch with a Famous Author, with David Culp, author of “The Layered Garden,” speaking on achieving a succession of color in his personal garden. Sponsored by the Back Mountain Bloomers at the Irem Country Club, 397 Country Club Road, Dallas. 11:30 a.m. Oct. 6. $32. Reservations: 570-823-9048.

FUTURE

Wanted: More Women Candidates, an all-day workshop for women interested in running for office or getting involved with public service. Included: a keynote address by political science professor Jean Wahl Harris on “Women, Elections and a Healthy Democracy.” Rose Room, Brennan Hall, 320 Madison Ave., University of Scranton. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 8. $50, $15 students. Information at scranton.edu/readytorun.

Writing Workshop, an informal writing class, sponsored by the Campion Literary Society. Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, West Jackson and North Main streets, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre. Oct. 10 at noon. Free. 570-208-5900, ext. 5487.

Feast of Saint Francis Lecture, a talk on “Are We at Home in the Cosmos? A Franciscan View of Creation” by religion scholar and Franciscan sister Ilia Delio of Villanova University. Burke Auditorium, McGowan School of Business, West Union and North River streets, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre. 7 p.m. Oct. 10. Free. 570-208-5900, ext. 5689.

Organizational Ethics in Healthcare: Thinking and Doing, a talk by Dr. F. Daniel Davis, director of bioethics at the Geisinger Health System. Burke Auditorium, McGowan School of Business, West Union and North River streets, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre. 7 p.m. Oct. 13. Free. 570-208-5900, ext. 5689.

Warrior Writers, the program to empower veterans through creative writing. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. 7 to 9 p .m. Oct. 14. and continuing every second Friday of the month. All veterans welcome. 570-996-1500.

Reading Disorder Workshop, a talk on “The Neuropsychology of Reading Disorders: Diagnosis and Intervention.” Kane Forum, Leahy Hall, University of Scranton. 8:30 a.m. Oct. 18. $50. Registration: 570-941-7421.

Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon, a talk on “Crime Online: The Investigation and Prosecution of Cyber Criminals” by Judge Thomas Vanaskie, U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals. Collegiate Hall, University of Scranton. Noon on Oct. 18. $20. Reservations: 570-941-6206.

Notable Writers of Northeastern Pennsylvania, a talk by historian Sheldon Spear about famous local writers including novelist John O’Hara and screenwriter Herman Mankiewicz. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. 7 p.m. Oct. 19. Free. 570-996-1500.

Franklin Street Sleuths. The mystery book club discusses “Method 15/33” by Shannon Kirk. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20. Free. 570-823-0156.

The History of Northeastern Pennsylvania, the annual gathering with the theme “Teaching Local History.” Included: talks by historians Morgan Pearce, William Kashatus, Mark J. Riccetti Jr. and Clark Switzer. Educational Conference Center, Luzerne County Community College, 1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 21. Free. Luncheon buffet available for $10. Reservations: 570-740-0508.

Great Books at Hayfield, a discussion of “A Room with a View” by E.M. Forster. Community Room, Hayfield House, Penn State Wilkes-Barre, 1269 Old Route 115, Lehman Township. 7 p.m. Oct. 24. Refreshments served.

How to Get the Most Out of Your College Experience, a talk by author Jeffrey Selingo (“There Is Life After College”). Leahy Hall, University of Scranton. 7 p.m. Oct. 27. Free. 570-941-4419.

Campion Literary Society Open Mic Night, with readings of poems, short stories, drama and creative nonfiction as well as music and comedy. Postupak Room, McGowan School of Business, West Union and North River streets, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre. 2 p.m. Oct. 28. Free. 570-208-5900, ext. 5487.

Distinguished Author Ceremony, presentation of the Royden B. Davis Distinguished Author Award to Stephen Karam, a Scranton native son, critically accalimed in the New York theater world for his dark yet hopeful comedies including “The Humans,” a Tony Award winner. DeNaples Ballroom, 900 Mulberry St., University of Scranton. Oct. 29 with a book signing at 4 p.m., reception at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and the award presentation. $60; $25 students. 570-941-7816.

Tribute to Edgar Allan Poe, dramatic readings of poetry and short story excerpts by members of the American Readers Theatre Company. Great Hall, Grey Towers National Historic Site, 122 Old Owego Turnpike, Milford. 6 and 8 p.m. Oct. 29. $20. Reservations: 570-296-9625.

Henry George Lecture: The Economics of Immigration, the 31st annual event with David Card, economics professor at the University of California at Berkeley. DeNaples Center, 900 Mulberry St., University of Scranton. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 1. Free. 570-941-4048.

Warrior Writers, a gathering of veterans who read from their creative writings. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. 3 p.m. Nov. 13. 570-996-1500.

Franklin Street Sleuths. The mystery book club discusses “Don’t Turn Around” by Caroline Mitchell. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. 6:30 p.m. Nov. 17. Free. 570-823-0156.

Great Books at Hayfield, a discussion of “The Garden of the Finzi-Continis” by Giorgio Bassani. Community Room, Hayfield House, Penn State Wilkes-Barre, 1269 Old Route 115, Lehman Township. 7 p.m.Nov. 28. Refreshments served.

Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon, a talk on “The Cultural Limits of Free Speech” with David Shipler, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and former correspondent of the New York Times. Rose Room, Brennan Hall, 320 Madison Ave., University of Scranton. Noon on Nov. 29. $20. Reservations: 570-941-6206.

Schemel Forum, a talk on “Reflections on a Career in the Policy Change Business” with Tamera Luzzatto, senior vice president of government relations at The Pew Charitable Trusts. Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall, 320 Madison Ave., University of Scranton. 5:30 p.m. Dec. 5. Free. 570-941-6206.

Franklin Street Sleuths. The mystery book club discusses “Mistletoe Murder” by Leslie Meier. Osterhout Free Library, 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15. Free. 570-823-0156.

Former Florida Congressman Allan West will give the Allan P. Kirby Lecture Oct. 5 at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center at Wilkes University.
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/web1_9.30-books-Kirby-Lecture-Allen-B-West.jpg.optimal.jpgFormer Florida Congressman Allan West will give the Allan P. Kirby Lecture Oct. 5 at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center at Wilkes University.

Shane Claiborne will talk about his work with Mother Teresa Sept. 30 at Misericordia University in Dallas.
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/web1_9.30-books-Shane-Claiborne-at-MU.jpg.optimal.jpgShane Claiborne will talk about his work with Mother Teresa Sept. 30 at Misericordia University in Dallas.