Music Creates a Haunting House Concert

The ArtMusic Coffeehouse in East Stroudsburg, PA presented Seattle singer/songwriter/singer Anna Coogan on Friday October 22nd. After a performance of soothing meditative music given by host Don Slepian, Ms. Coogan and her guitar took the stage to mesmerize the audience further with her powerfully haunting voice. A painting created by her cousin Ali Walsh provided a visional backdrop providing some additional depth to the performance as it was utilized for the cover art of her most recent CD titled (as is the piece), “The Nocturnal Among Us.”

Although the majority of the songs sung by Ms. Coogan were her own compositions, she did perform some songs written by other artists. However, her interpretation of these songs took the listener beyond the outstanding qualities of the original performance and allowing them to experience a new higher level as they found new meanings to the older melodies. A thoughtful silence covered the audience like a blanket as they thoughtfully absorbed the entirety of Ms. Coogan’s musical stylings.

Along with the wonderful music, the evening also included an opportunity to enjoy some delightful conversation and some delicious culinary treats which included some tempting chocolate donuts. A peaceful and welcoming environment never fails to engulf those who come visit the house which many has come to feel at home. The ArtMusic Coffeehouse is not only a place one can go to hear some great music; it is also a place one can experience love. You’ll find more Photographs in The Forwardian Arts Society ArtMusic Coffeehouse Series 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

The ArtMusic Coffeehouse holds its concert series in the home of Don Slepian and Jan Julia who reside in the borough of East Stroudsburg, PA. A variety of musical forms are presented including folk, jazz, classical, and electronic music. Although the concerts welcomes all who wish to attend, seating is limited as it they take place in a private home. The Next The ArtMusic Coffeehouse Concert will feature Barnaby Bright on Saturday November 6th beginning at 8pm. Please Explore The ArtMusic Coffeehouse Website at www.ArtMusicCoffeehouse.com or Call 570-476-6307 for more information and to reserve your seat.

Lit, Ukes, and Vampires, Too.

The Forwardian Arts Society held their final Literary Lovers’ Gathering for 2010 at The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse in Stroudsburg, PA on Thursday October 21st. A small group of poets and authors met to share their experiences and talents but this final gathering for the year was marked by the presence of Novelist and Musician Uke Jackson who preformed some of the songs mentioned in his novel titled, “Broadway Vampire” on his Ukulele which can be read online at www.broadwayvampire.blogspot.com. It was a fitting finale to a wonderful season filled with memories of literary gifts that was shred throughout the year and the thoughtful feedback they inspired.

Our next season of regularly scheduled Literary Lovers’ Gatherings will begin in April 2011. However, there will be opportunities for groups and individuals to meet with The Forwardian Arts Society to plan other events related to the literary arts such as featured readings, book signings, workshops, etc. Participation will be open to all who love the literary arts and you may make your interest in being part of the planning stage know by leaving a comment to that effect.

The Gathering was immediately followed by the “Just Say It: A Spoken Word Symposium” which brought many more poets and musicians to the Cheeky Monkey. The meeting seamlessly continued the conversations initiated by the Literary Lovers’ Gathering but added new voices to the melodious mix. Additional songs were preformed by Emmitt Derrick on his Harmonica and poetry was read by a number of others. You’ll find more photographs taken during the evening’s events in The Forwardian Arts Society Literary Lovers’ Gathering 2010 and The Cheeky Monkey 2010 Galleries at www.myspqace.com/forwardian_arts.

The “Just Say It: A Spoken Word Symposium” events take place every Thursday evening at 7pm in The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse in Stroudsburg, PA. All poets and musicians are welcomed. The Forwardian Arts Society will hold its Film Lovers Gathering at the Cheeky Monkey on Friday November 19th at 7pm featuring the 1965 film titled, “Incubus” starring William Shatner. The events is free and open to all who love the art of film. There will be a discussion period after the screening in which The Cheeky Monkey offers a free crepe with a purchase of a beverage to the attendees.

Other future events at The Cheeky Monkey include a Comedy Night on Friday November 5th at 7pm featuring a variety of comics performing throughout a hilarious evening and an Artists’ Reception on Friday November 12th beginning at 6pm for an exhibition to benefit the "Thrieve to Survive" Foundation. The exhibition continues until December 12th. The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse offers a variety of coffee, drinks, and culinary treats along with events such as the one described in this article. Please Explore The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse Website at www.cheekymonkeycoffee.com or Call 570-420-8222 for more information.

The Forwardian Arts Society is a fellowship for people who love the arts seeking to enhance the creative community by encouraging those interested in the arts to go forward toward their dreams, by supporting those groups and individuals who are manifesting their dreams through performances and/or presentations, and by loving them and all they do. Please Explore The Forwardian Arts Society Website at www.theforwardianartssociety.com for more information about the fellowship and all it has to offer.

A Home Filled with Folk

The ArtMusic Coffeehouse in East Stroudsburg, PA presented a folk and bluesy performance given by songwriter/singer Elly Wininger on Saturday October 16th. The home of Don Slepian and Jan Julia provided a welcoming venue for this enchanting guitarist whose mixture of original and well established pieces endeared her to those who were in attendance. The small but appreciative gathering found much to enjoy in the evening’s concert as their enjoyment could be seen reflected by their bobbing heads, tapping toes, and thoughtful countenances.

Along with the wonderful music, the evening also included an opportunity to enjoy some delightful conversation and some delicious culinary treats which enhanced the entire experience. A peaceful and welcoming environment never fails to engulf those who come visit the house which many has come to feel at home. The ArtMusic Coffeehouse is not only a place one can go to hear some great music; it is also a place one can experience love. You’ll find more Photographs in The Forwardian Arts Society ArtMusic Coffeehouse Series 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

The ArtMusic Coffeehouse holds its concert series in the home of Don Slepian and Jan Julia who reside in the borough of East Stroudsburg, PA. A variety of musical forms are presented including folk, jazz, classical, and electronic music. Although the concerts welcomes all who wish to attend, seating is limited as it they take place in a private home. The Next The ArtMusic Coffeehouse Concert will feature Anna Coogan on Friday October 22nd beginning at 8pm. Please Explore The ArtMusic Coffeehouse Website at www.ArtMusicCoffeehouse.com or Call 570-476-6307 for more information and to reserve your seat.

Going Forward at ESU

The East Stroudsburg University of PA held an Artist’s Reception in their Madelon Powers Gallery on Thursday October 14th which featured the work of Joni Oye-Benintende. A sizable crowd came together to experience the exhibition titled, “Going Forward in Reverse” in spite of the wet, dreary weather that dominated the day. The Reception was well worth the endeavor to brave the elements for as each piece presented its unique beauty and depth for each attendee to explore.

According to the program provided to the Gallery’s visitors, the exhibit derived from the artist’s inspiration to go back to the work she had previously explored with much of it left incomplete. In her endeavors to revise and manifest the ideas of her past efforts, Ms. Oye-Benintende created a bridge connecting the past to the present which may yet lead to a future vision created through the perceptions of those who experiences the work. One could have seen this in the thoughtful gazes of those who attended the reception as a silent countenance communicated a great deal more than the conversations about what they felt about the shapes and designs was able to convey.

The Exhibition Continues until November 24th. You’ll find more photographs taken during the reception in The Forwardian Arts Society Visual Arts 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts. The next Exhibition at The Madelon Powers Gallery will be the University’s Semester Review to be presented November 29th until December 10th featuring the work of students enrolled the in the Fall Semester Art Classes. Please Explore The East Stroudsburg University Website at www.esu.edu or Contact The Madelon Powers Gallery at 570-422-3483 for more information.

COTA All Wrapped Up

The Celebration of the Arts (COTA) held a meeting to end all meetings for 2010 on Tuesday October 12th at The Deer Head in Delaware Water Gap, PA. Jazz Lovers who have become volunteers throughout the festivals many illustrious years gathered to review and fondly recollect the 33rd Annual Festival which took place September 10th - 12th 2010. The evening provided an opportunity to gain a perspective on the festival in order to fine tune it so the 34th Annual Festival will be even greater. It was also a time to reflect on what new aspects of this year’s festival occurred and well worth instituting into future years as well as exploring dreams of what the festival can become in the coming years which will enhance it even further.

The experience of attending the COTA Volunteer meetings never fail to give one a sense of belonging. The people one meets never simply become colleagues or fellow festival workers, but dear friends whom can be counted on to enhance the meaningful experiences in a life. This atmosphere was felt throughout the evening and it encourages all who attended. You’ll find more photographs in The Forwardian Arts Society COTA Meetings 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

The Celebration of the Arts (COTA) Jazz and Arts Festival is held in Delaware Water Gap, PA over a three day period in September on the weekend after Labor Day. It consists of Friday evening events of an Artists’ Reception at The Antoine Dutot Gallery and Museum featuring artists participating in their juried “Music Motif” exhibition and presentations at The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain presenting theater, dance, classical music, and other forms of performing arts. The following Saturday and Sunday features Jazz performed by world class musicians and singers along with numerous booths filled with artist and artisans to be visited throughout the day. Volunteers are needed in several areas and the date and time of their next General Meeting welcoming such individual will be posted on their Website. Please Explore The COTA Website at www.cotajazz.org or Call 570-424-2210 for more information.

A Scary time at Starbucks

The Starbucks Coffeehouse in Stroudsburg, PA held an Artist’s Reception featuring the work of Shane Izykowski, John Kolbek, and Mike Parsons on Saturday October 9th. A sizable crowd gathered in the hallway in which the pieces were hung as they created a sense of frightening fascination in the deeper recesses of the souls who dared to gaze upon them. For those who could not withstand the dare, there were chocolate treats awaiting them at one end of the hall while the rest rooms awaited those who had the tricks scared out of them.

The images presented proved to be compelling drawing the viewer into each scene depicted. Although each artists had a distinctive style which still could be seen in the collaborative work of John Kobek and Michael parsons, the beautifully macabre visions inspired an eerie feeling which was an enjoyable experience for all who love the Halloween season. Music for the evening was provided by Liz Moon whose haunting voice enhanced the exhibition which continues until October 31st. You’ll find more photographs in The Forwardian Arts Society Starbucks 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

The Starbucks Coffeehouse in Stroudsburg, PA offers a variety of beverages along with an opportunity to view work created by local artists and photographers. They also present a series of Open Mic Nights hosted by Eric Becker every other Sunday. The next event offering an opportunity for musicians to share their talents is Sunday October 17th at 6pm. Please Contact The Starbucks Coffeehouse at 570-421-2302 for more information.

Colors Fit For a Castle

The Shoppes at Castle Inn in Delaware Water Gap, PA held an Artists’ Reception for The Pocono Photo Club exhibition titled, “Hues of Autumn” on Saturday October 9th. The photographic work was excellent as the modest group of attendees gazed and became intrigues with the colorful display of work. The afternoon was enhanced by the delicious cookies and other baked goods along with the engaging conversation in which the art of photography was shared encouraging even the non picture taker to consider beginning the wonderful adventure of capturing the timeless occurrences one often encounters.

Those photographers participating in the exhibition included Robert Ace, Narlene Jacobs, Greg Melbert, Terry Flatt, Leslie Nagy, Maureen Cunningham, Barbara Courouble, John A. Abbruzzese, Jr., Linda Stevenson, John M. Yetter, Eric Goins, John Edwards, and Eileen White. The exhibition continues until November 29th. You’ll find more photographs in The Forwardian Arts Society Visual Arts 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

The Pocono Photo Club is open to anyone having an interest in photography regardless of skill level offering an opportunity to learn more about their hobby or craft and to share individual photographic knowledge or experiences with its membership. Please explore their Website at www.poconophotoclub.com for more information.

The Shoppes at Castle Inn in Delaware Water Gap, PA was originally built in 1906 and became known as a premier resort location throughout its illustrious history. It now offers a variety of shops providing an unique experience in their newly renovated establishment. Please Contact them at 917-861-2257 for more information.

Villainous Heroes and Heroic Villains at The Sherman and More

The Sherman Community Gallery located within The Sherman Theatre in Stroudsburg, PA held an Artists’ Reception on Thursday October 7th for their “Heroes and Villains” Art Show. The exhibit was organized by The Stroudsburg Area Art Alliance (SAAA) and the works presented were as varied in styles and techniques as were the artists who participated. The evening included musical performances by You and Charlie and The Eric J. Becker Experimental Experience Project Tour: Business Edition. The event also presented offerings from vendors “Give Headwear” which is a charity based headwear company and “Creature Cards.”

The artists who participated in the exhibit included Adam Kuder, Rebecca Crockett, Chris Francz, Josh Bodwell, Myke Maldonado, Michael Hendra, Alison Gray, Thomas Dillon, David Ohlerking, Michael Parsons, Mark Purcell, Anna Marie Hendricks, Arielle Sekula, Camilla Brecheen, Mike Strunk, and Judyta Zarach. The pieces in the show ranged from unique visual interpretations of classic comic book characters like Superman and The Joker to original personages of imagined entities as well as those existing in their circle of friends. A modest number of art and music lovers attended the reception and the outstanding qualities of the overall work was well received as was the musical performances which complimented the exhibit quite well. The exhibition continues until December 1st and you’ll find more Photographs of the reception in The Forwardian Arts Society Visual Arts 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

The Sherman Theatre was built in the 1920s and now is equipped to present many of today’s biggest shows offering a full bar along with the sound, comfort, and historic feel of their incredible performance venue. Their next presentations include Action Item on Saturday October 16th beginning at 6pm as part of their Independent Rock Series, 311 on Wednesday October 20th at 8pm, Shawn Colvin on Friday October 22nd at 8pm, Ke$ha on Thursday October 28th, another installment of their Severed Sinema Series on Friday October 29th, and a Pre-Party featuring a Midnight Screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” beginning at 10pm. Please Contact The Sherman Theatre at 570-420-2808 or Explore their Website at www.shermantheatre.com for more information.

The Stroudsburg Area Art Alliance (SAAA) offers an opportunity for all creative people to explore, enhance, and share their talents. They offer weekly Artist Socials beginning 5pm held at The Starbucks Coffeehouse located in Stroudsburg, PA in which artists, photographers, musicians, and other at all skill levels are welcomed. The next exhibition scheduled for The Shawnee Gallery will be their “Bedtime Stories Show” whose Artists’ Reception is Thursday December 9th featuring musicals performances by Billy Mack Collector and David Ohlerking. Please Contact The Stroudsburg Area Art Alliance (SAAA) at StroudsburgAreaArtAlliance@yahoo.com or explore their website at www.facebook.com/StroudsburgAreaArtAlliance for more information.

My visitation to the Artists’ Reception was preceded by The Forwardian Arts Society very first Performing Arts Gathering outside the Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse in Stroudsburg, PA while guitarist Derek Tucker performed inside. It was a seasonable October evening in which many ideas on what this new aspect of our fellowship focusing on the arts of Theatre and Dance can explore for the coming Spring. These included holding a monthly evening of 10 minute plays presented in collaboration with local theatrical groups including ESU, hosting Play Reading Parties in which participants agree on a play to read, bring their copy of it, choose a part to portray, and simply read it to one another, hosting evenings filled with drumming and dance, and an evening of free style dancing. You’ll find more Photographs taken during the Gathering in The Forwardian Arts Society Performing Arts Lovers’ Gathering Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

The Forwardian Arts Society is a fellowship for people who love the arts seeking to enhance the creative community by encouraging those interested in the arts to go forward toward their dreams, by supporting those groups and individuals who are manifesting their dreams through performances and/or presentations, and by loving them and all they do. The next gathering will take place on Wednesday October 20th at 7pm and all those who love Theatre and Dance are invited to attend to lend their ideas, talents, and organizational skills as we go forward together. Other future Gatherings to be held at The Cheeky Monky Coffeehouse include a Literary Lovers‘ Gathering on Thursday October 21st at 6pm and a Film Lovers‘ Gathering on Friday November 5th. Please Explore The Forwardian Arts Society Website at www.theforwardianartssociety.com or call 570-269-3348 for mote information.

As previously mentioned, The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse presented the music of Guitarist Derek Tucker who played a series of cover tunes to delight those who were in attendance. It was a nice set to listen to prior to going next door to the Sherman Theatre to enjoy the “Villains and Heroes Show” previously written about in this article. You’ll find more Photographs in The Forwardian Arts Society Cheeky Monkey 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts.

In addition to events like this one and The Forwardian Arts Society Gatherings, The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse hosts a number of events including poetry readings, film nights, and more. They also offer a variety of coffee, drinks, and culinary treats. Please Explore The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse Website at www.cheekymonkeycoffee.com or call 570-420-8222 for more information

Living and Dieing at Dreamland (and other Adventures)

The Dreamland Creations in Stroudsburg, PA held an Artists Reception on Sunday October 3rd featuring the work of numerous artists for their exhibition titled, “The Life and Death Show.” As with all their themed shows, Dreamland Creations encouraged artists to devise their own interpretation to what the concepts of life and death really mean and how they relate to the ordinary and extraordinary modes of existence. This led to a wide variety of styles and subjects presented in various mediums ranging from morbid and grotesque depictions to romantic explorations.

Although the work and approach to this month’s theme was delightfully overwhelming with its variety, there was some commonality in the perceptional understanding of the nature of life and death. This understanding seemed to forego the western religious view that death is the end of life and embraced the eastern view that death is a part of life. This later approach often quells the fears of a physical passing the former instigates although dieing is still the last thing anyone would want to do.

The reception concluded with a performance by Rezlep and The Apparatus whose “Trip-hop Cabaret” stylings which combines vocal and musical soundtracks from numerous sources along with original material delighted all who partook of the world that was created. This world contained countries full of bizarre and macabre denizens along with some friends from Fraggle Rock. It was a fun adventure and a great way to end the time visiting the Gallery along with all the friends who frequent there. You’ll find more photographs taken during the reception in The Forwardian Arts Society Dreamland Creations 2010 Gallery.

Those artists participating in “The Life and Death Show” include M. J. McCauley, Rendi, Helen Victoria, Rob VanNess, J. J. Shlutz, Don Menza, Shane Izykowski, Sherley Escribano, Abby Braman, Hayley Lushinsky, Mark Purcell, Judy Zarach, Tim Nebel, Jamie Ratchford, Allison Gray, Kari, Michael Cooke, Ashley Ratchford, Michael Parsons, Denise and Bob VanNess, Marcia Flammonde, Elizabeth Streczyk, Brianna Ace, Ashley Mytyk, John Kobeck, Ben May, Gallows, Jason Porter, and Myke Maldonado. The Exhibition continues until October 31st.

The Dreamland Creations in Stroudsburg, PA serves as a studio where individuals can adorn their forms with a variety of body art such as tattoos and piercing reaching out to the vast community of conventional and non mainstream artists throughout the area. Their next Artists’ Reception will feature a variety of artists in an exhibition titled, “The Religion and Spirituality Show.” The reception will take place Sunday November 7th beginning at 4pm. The Exhibition will continue until November 30th. Please Explore The Dreamland Creations Website at www.myspace.com/dreamlandcreations or call 570-421-6313 for more information about the artists, the current and future exhibitions, and all they have to offer.

Prior to the Artists’ Reception at Dreamland Creations, I strolled around the town of Stroudsburg, PA and walked into The Main Street Jukebox who held an Artist Reception on the previous night but I was feeling a bit under the weather and decided not to attend. Imagine my delight to find the artist featuring in the exhibition there showing friends and family who also couldn’t make the reception. It was fortunate to have the opportunity to talk to the artist and to explore the intricacies of her work which consisted mostly of portraits of famous rock musicians who have become iconic.

The Rebecca Crockett Exhibition continues until October 24th and you’ll find more photographs at The Forwardian Arts Society Main Street Jukebox 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts. The next art show is yet to be scheduled. However, information on it and all The Main St. Jukebox has to offer can be obtained by Exploring their Website at www.myspace.com/mainstjukebox or by calling 570-424-2246.

After I left The Main Street Jukebox, I went over to The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse to facilitate The Forwardian Arts Society Visual Arts Gathering. It is the last such Gathering for the 2010 Season and it was a pleasure to meet with Artist Diane Furry Paulhamus as I was given the wonderful opportunity to view cards depicting her work while listening her tell me how they came into being and what inspired her to create them. It was a wonderful way to spend the hour until “The Life and Death Show” Reception arrived. The Next Visual Art Lovers Gathering is scheduled to take place sometime during the month of April in 2011.

In the meantime, There are several gatherings dedicated to other aspects of the arts The Forwardian Arts Society holds at The Cheeky Monkey. They include a Performing Arts Gathering on Thursday October 7th at 6pm, a Literary Lovers‘ Gathering on Thursday October 21st at 6pm and a Film Lovers‘ Gathering on Friday November 5th. You’ll find photographs during the gatherings which took place throughout the year at The Forwardian Arts Society Visual Art Lovers’ Gatherings 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts. Information about The Forwardian Arts Society and all it has to offer may be gained by exploring their Website at www.theforwardianartssociety.com or by calling 570-269-3348.

In addition to The Forwardian Arts Society Gatherings, The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse hosts a number of events including poetry readings, film nights, and more. They also offer a variety of coffee, drinks, and culinary treats. Please Explore The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse Website at www.cheekymonkeycoffee.com or call 570-420-8222 for more information.

It was a great Sunday to go exploring and meeting all the people I met during the day. I never fail to find myself fortunate to have the friends I’ve encountered since The Forwardian Arts Society began nine years ago and I’m humbled by the talents they possess. Thank you all for your friendship and I look forward to gathering with you again.

Zardoz at The Monkey

The Forwardian Arts Society held their monthly Film Lovers’ Gathering on Friday October 1st to see the 1974 film “Zardoz.” The gathering was a new experience as it was the first to meet at their new venue at The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse in Stroudsburg, PA. The screening and the subsequent conversation about the film that followed was enhanced by the comfortable atmosphere of this new venue.

“Zardoz” is a personal favorite of mine and that is why I chose it for the first film to be shown in our new venue. In 1974, my father signed up for a new service for our television set that recently began broadcasting. It was called, “Home Box Office (HBO)” and it featured first run film uncut and unedited. The first film I saw was “Zardoz” and, as a 14 year old boy, I became entranced by the amount of nudity it presented. Even though this fascination with the female form stabilized after first hand experiences of it, the film still held my interests through its deeper philosophical implications on social and spiritual issues.

The film is about two societies existing in the year 2293. One is referred to “The Brutals” who are mortal and live their lives throughout a post apocalyptic world and “The Eternals” who are immortal and live their carefree lives in great elegance inside their dwelling called “The Vortex.” One of the eternals create a god named “Zardoz” who breeds some of the Brutals to exterminate other Brutals. One of these exterminators named “Zed” (portrayed by Sean Connery) penetrates the Vortex and brings a much yearned for end to the eternals’ immortality.

The conversation following the screening explored many aspects of the film. While some remarked on the beauty of it’s imagery, others speculated on what types of hallucinogens the film maker was on during its creation. There were also some discussion on the religious and social overtones of the film as well.

Such discussion noted in a world filled with death a savior coming into it may promise eternal life but a world in which there is already eternal life a savior may offer death for its redemption. Thus the former helps the world by encouraging its inhabitants to focus on things beyond their present reality (ie “Be in the world but not of it”) while the later brings more meaning to the life we live by placing a time limit on what we do. In other words, we should do what is good for ourselves and others and tell those we love that we love them now because there may be no later.

The Forwardian Arts Society is a fellowship for people who love the arts seeking to enhance the creative community by encouraging those interested in the arts to go forward toward their dreams, by supporting those groups and individuals who are manifesting their dreams through performances and/or presentations, and by loving them and all they do. Their next Film Lovers Gathering is scheduled to take place on Friday November 5th at 7pm at The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse in Stroudsburg, PA. The film shown will be one selected by ballot and its screening is free to the public. Please feel free to contact The Forwardian Arts Society to learn how you can participate4 in the selection process.

The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse offers a free crepe with the purchase of a beverage to attendees while they’re watching the film. Also, those who wish to enjoy a small meal and fellowship prior to the screening are welcomed to come around 6pm to do so. There are many culinary treats on their menu available for purchase. Please Explore The Cheeky Monkey Coffeehouse Website at www.cheekymonkeycoffee.com or call 570-420-8222 for more information.

There are several gatherings dedicated to other aspects of the arts The Forwardian Arts Society holds at The Cheeky Monkey. They include a Visual Arts Lovers Gathering on Sunday October 3rd at 3pm, a Performing Arts Gathering on Thursday October 7th at 6pm, a Music Lovers‘ Gathering on Thursday October 14th at 6pm, and a Literary Lovers‘ Gathering on Thursday October 21st at 6pm. You’ll find more photographs during the screening and conversation at The Forwardian Arts Society Film and Chat Gatherings 2010 Gallery at www.myspace.com/forwardian_arts. Information about The Forwardian Arts Society and all it has to offer may be gained by exploring their Website at www.theforwardianartssociety.com or by calling 570-269-3348.