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Businesses Getting involved in Downtown Bangor, You can too

by Jordyn Taylor
The Historic Bangor Business Association (HBBA) is an organization devoted to attracting more people to shop in downtown Bangor. According to their website, https://www.hbbapa.org/, their mission is to “promote the great pride in our Culture and History while exposing visitors to our historical landmarks, extraordinary shops and eateries, thriving arts and cultural events, and vibrant festivals.”
Each business involved in the HBBA, including Dinky’s Ice Cream Parlor and Grace on Broadway, is very involved in the community. They all live up to the mission statement, expressing the joy of working for the town, and wanting more involvement, both within their own businesses and the community overall.
Heather Marzigliano owner of Grace on Broadway, specifically hopes for more people to shop locally. “For a lot of the businesses downtown, we need more local involvement,” she says. “If they want us here for the long term, and if they want downtown Bangor to continue to thrive and turn around, we really need their support.”
Jill Matthews, aka Mrs. Dinky, agrees saying, “We need more people to come to downtown daily or even weekly to support the local businesses,” in addition to attending events that businesses put on.
Marzigliano opened Grace on Broadway, named after her grandmother, almost three years ago. She is a brand ambassador for DIY brands and a board member for Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce.
“I wanted to bring a unique place where people could get gifts and unique stuff that someone might find at Walmart or Target,” she says . “I wanted them to have a place where they could find home decor or little gifts and really help bring people into shopping downtown instead of going 15-20 minutes to other stores.”
She now has three locations, including booths in Easton and Belvidere, and an online presence and is very involved in the community.
Dinky’s Ice Cream Parlor opened seven and a half years ago in Bangor and has only expanded over time. The parlor started out with just homemade ice cream, homemade chili, and hot dogs, but has since expanded their menu which now includes the Quarry Bucket Ice Cream Challenge, named after the different Slate Quarries in the area, and new ice cream creations. They spread awareness of their business by using social media, creating small commercials, and even writing a Dinky’s jingle that can be found on Facebook. They are in the process of opening a second location in Bethlehem which they hope will be open to the public in October. Matthews has been co-president of the HBBA for three years.

As members of the HBBA, both businesses, among others, are supportive of the community in many ways. Some of the duties of the members and executive members of the association include creating agendas for their monthly meetings, running the meetings, meeting with other board members when necessary, walking around to the different businesses to keep them updated on events in downtown, and making sure event coordinators have the support they need. “We all work well together while running our own businesses and helping others succeed,” says Matthews.
The HBBA plans to keep their 3 major events going every year. The Car Show, The Artisan Market (coming up in September), and Chili/Music fest, are large crowd pleasers in addition to other smaller events.
“As an association, we want to grow and have more people in the association and helping us with these wonderful events,” says Matthews. “There are some obstacles and one is that people associate Bangor with bad news. IT IS NOT. It is a great town with business owners trying to build their businesses and change the view on how people see Bangor. Honestly, people have to come to Bangor to check it out to see how much it has changed.”
“We all want to see the town succeed, both for our businesses and personally, and we’re all invested, we’re all close, and there's nothing I want to see more than to see the town thrive. It’s only better for everyone that way,” says Marzigliano. “To do so, and to support the local business in Bangor, please attend events, shop downtown, and eat in the area." To be a part of the HBBA, to view upcoming events, and to read about the history of the association, visit the HBBA website and follow local business on their social media.

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PA - ROUTES 22, 33, 78, 80

Roadwork on I-78 westbound 1.5 miles west of Exit 45: PA 863 - LYNNPORT NEW SMITHVILLE. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on I-78 eastbound .5 miles west of Exit 35: PA 143 - LENHARTSVILLE. There is a traffic disruption.
Lane restrictions on PA 33 in both north and southbound directions. Northbound 33 will be restricted between 7:00 PM to 2:00 PM and southbound between 10:00 AM and 5:00 AM.
Roadwork on PA 33 northbound between Exit: PA 248 - NAZARETH/WILSON and 1 miles NORTH of Exit: PA 248 - NAZARETH/WILSON. There is a shoulder closed.
Roadwork on PA 33 southbound between Exit: HECKTOWN ROAD and Exit: WILLIAM PENN HIGHWAY. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on PA 33 northbound between Exit: WILLIAM PENN HIGHWAY and Exit: HECKTOWN ROAD. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on PA 33 southbound between Exit: WILLIAM PENN HIGHWAY and Exit: HECKTOWN ROAD. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on US 22 westbound between 1 miles EAST of Exit: FULLERTON AVENUE and Exit: PA 145 NORTH - MACARTHUR RD. There is a traffic disruption.

NEW JERSEY - ROUTES 78, 80

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Slate Belt Travel Alert
Bridge outage on FOX GAP RD / CREEK RD / MAIN ST both directions between RIDGE RD and FOX GAP RD / + LAKE MINSI DR. All lanes closed.

Slate Belt Travel Alerts
Bridge outage on FOX GAP RD / CREEK RD / MAIN ST both directions between RIDGE RD and FOX GAP RD / + LAKE MINSI DR. All lanes closed.

Grand Central Road Bridge Replacement starts Monday August 16 and will continue until October 18, 2019.

Sandt Road in Plainfield Township will closed to through traffic from Sullivan Trail to Church Road at Northampton County Bridge #226 from August 26 to November 1.

Slater Band Performs at Farm Show.....

The Bangor High School band made its annual performance at the Blue Valley Farm Show Saturday afternoon. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory (See video below)

Friday at the Farm Show Tractor Pull.....

This young girl was among many who participated in the Tractor pull at the Blue Valley Farm Show Friday evening. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory

Pocono State Craft Festival

Stroudsburg, PA – The 33rd annual Pocono State Craft Festival will be held August 24-25, 2019 at the Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA. The event, co-sponsored by the Pocono Arts Council and the Pocono Chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen, celebrates the heritage, beauty and quality of Pennsylvania Crafts.
Since the first festival in 1986, the Pocono State Craft Festival has attracted the finest artists and craftspeople from across the United States and features traditional and contemporary handmade items. All craftsmen will be available to discuss their individual work and provide patrons with an opportunity to purchase unique, high quality crafts worthy of the most ardent admirer.
Festival-goers will also enjoy the beautiful surroundings and history of the Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. The farm buildings, animals and beautiful gardens will be open to give visitors a taste of a 19th century Pennsylvania German farm. There will be live music from the Lost Ramblers on Saturday and a musical performance by Doug Smith’s Dixieland group on Sunday, plus a variety of festival foods and baked goods from Quiet Valley. The entire family will enjoy a day in the country, strolling through the colorful tents and grounds at the farm.
Festival hours are 10am-5pm on both Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine. Admission is $6.00 for adults; children 12 and under are admitted free. Parking is free.
Quiet Valley is a working farm and there is absolutely NO PETS AND NO SMOKING PERMITTED ON THE PROPERTY. Since the festival is located on a historical working farm with grass and gravel driveways, it is not fully ADA compliant, however, many folks using wheel chairs and walkers enjoy the festival.
For directions and a $1 off coupon, visit www.poconocrafts.com or call 570-476-4460.

Farm Show Thursday.........

Eric Kindren was the winner of the Blue Valley Farm Show Pair Pie Eating contest. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory

Help for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

A new hotline to help connect thousands of grandparents who are raising their grandchildren to the resources and programs available to them is now live.
The KinConnector hotline was established through Act 89 of 2018 to address the growing number of grandparents who have become primary caregivers to their grandchildren in the Commonwealth. It is a situation that has skyrocketed in recent years as a result of the state’s opioid epidemic.
An estimated 82,000 grandparents are the sole caregivers for nearly 89,000 grandchildren in Pennsylvania. KinConnector can be reached by calling 1-866-KIN-2111 (1-866-546-2111). The KinConnector helpline is staffed by social service professionals prepared to help families understand and access local, state and federal resources. A website of resources will also be available in the near future.

Special Events Happening Soon......

Pies in the Park
Enjoy homemade pie and support the Blue Mt. Library library while listening to sweet “Summer Sounds!” at Weona Park on Sunday, August 18. Concerts begin at 6:00 PM.  You are encouraged to come early.

Pooch Plunge at the Pool
The last day of the pool season is one for our furry friends. Come out with man’s (or woman’s) best friend and enjoy one of the last days of summer with a doggie swim day! Admission is $3 per dog. All dogs must be current on shots and you will be required to sign a release.

Guest Speaker
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes Meagan Ackerman as the guest speaker at the 9:15 a.m. worship service on August 18th. Meagan is a member of the Ackermanville UMC and a student at Moravian Seminary.  The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.

New Announcements......

Octopus Painting
Bloom invites you to paint an octopus on Friday, August 23 at 11:30 AM. Project will be done on a 12x16 canvas and cost of $20 includes all materials and instruction!  Register HERE

Mermaid
Come in to Bloom and create your very own mermaid on Friday, August 23 at 2:00 pm! You could even match your own hair color. Painting will be done on a 12x12 canvas. Cost of $15.00 includes all materials and instruction.  Register HERE

Saturday Morning Painting
Join Karin at Bloom Creative Studio in creating a fun and bright cactus painting on Saturday, August 24 at 11:30 AM! Project will be done on a 12x16 canvas and cost of $20 includes all supplies and instruction.
Register HERE

NPS Announces Updated Regulations

BUSHKILL, PA- Where can I go camping? Where can I park my car for an overnight backpacking trip? Am I allowed to have a campfire? Which park trails allow bicycles? Where can I go with my dog?
All of these questions, and more, are answered in the recently updated Superintendent’s Compendium of Designations, Closures, Permit Requirements, and Other Restrictions for Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
“Very little has changed from the previous version of theCompendium; however, the format of the document is slightly different than what people are accustomed to seeing,” said Chief Ranger Eric Lisnik.
“It’s a good place to start when planning a trip to the park,” he added. “Knowing what is allowed and where you can go to do certain activities is an important part of planning a safe and fun national park visit.”
For more information on Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area call Park Headquarters at (570) 426-2452, Monday through Friday, except federal holidays, from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm; visit their
website at www.nps.gov/dewa; or follow them on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/DelWaterGapNPS.

Making Pennsylvania Schools Safer

Recognizing the importance of ensuring our children feel safe at school, the General Assembly voted overwhelmingly in support of investing an additional $60 million in the School Safety and Security Block Grant program.
Now in its second year, the program provides flexible funding that schools may use for a variety of security-related initiatives, including hiring school police officers, school resource officers, counselors and/or mental health counselors; alternative education and diversion programs; violence prevention initiatives; school safety and emergency preparedness plans; or physical upgrades to school buildings and equipment to improve safety.
Based on revisions to the grant funding guidelines, each school entity that submits an application for funding to the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency will receive a base grant of between $30,000 and $45,000, based on the school’s average daily attendance.
As part of the Public School Code bill that accompanied passage of this year’s budget, lawmakers also are requiring each public school district to create at least one multi-disciplinary threat assessment team to identify students in distress before their behavior escalates to a level that raises concern about safety.

Rivalry Yard Sign Sales

The Pen Argyl and Bangor cheerleaders are reselling yard signs to commemorate the 100th game that will be held October 26. This will be their final sale of the yard signs.
If you are interested in purchasing a sign it can be ordered at DKA unlimited in Pen Argyl. You can also order online at www.dkaunlimited.com and choose “local”.
The signs are $20 and will be personalized on the back for the team you choose! All orders are due by September 14th. All signs must be picked up on delivery day between 3 and 5 pm at DKA unlimited on September 25th.

Regular Slate Belt Events This Week.......

Sunday August 18
Bingo - Immaculate Conception. Doors 11:00am, Bingo 1:00pm
Fellowship Dinner - First UMC Bangor, 12:30 - 1:30pm
Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 10-2

Monday August 19
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Plainfield Township Planning Commission - Municipal Building, 7:00 pm.
Bangor School Board Work Session - Slater Conference Room , 7:30
Lower Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets Centerfield Building - 7pm
Upper Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets 7:00pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Tuesday August 20
Book Discussion - Blue Mountain Library 6:30 pm
Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2
Roseto Planning Commission - 7:00pm Borough Hall
BMCL Book Group - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 6:30pm
Pen Argyl Park Board - Meeting, Community Center, 7:00pm.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Full Calendar

Wednesday August 21
Bingo - Bushkill Fire Co. Doors 5pm. Bingo 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Gym Nite - 6-8pm, Faith Christian School, Roseto. 610-588-6929
Slate Belt Band - Practice. Roseto American Legion, 143 Garibaldi Ave., Roseto 7- 9.
Story Time - Preschool children. Blue Mt. Community Library, Pen Argyl, 10:30am
Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-2
UMBT Planning Commission - Township Building, 7:30pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Thursday August 22
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Story Time - Preschool children. Blue Mt. Community Library, Pen Argyl, 10:30am
Roseto Zoning Board - Borough Hall TBA
Slate Belt Rotary - Scorecard, Wind Gap, 6-7pm
Plainfield Township Supervisors - Meets 7:00pm Municipal Building
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

The Blue Valley Farm Show introduced Eliana Koehler (L) as this year's Farm Show Queen. Pictured (L-R) Koehler, First Runner Up: Emma Confalone, Second Runner Up: Rachel Bailey. Sbtt Photo Candy Martin Belt and Beyond

Try New Voting Machines

You are invited to try the new voting machines for Northampton County at the following locations:

August 29th Thursday 11:00am – 12:30pm Northampton Community College Partner Fair, 3835 Green Pond Rd. Bethlehem, PA. 18020 @ the Quad between College Center and Kopecek Hall
September 3rd Tuesday 3:30pm – 6:30pm Bath Borough Municipal Building, 121 S. Walnut St. Bath, PA. 18014
September 16th Monday 10:00am – 1:00pm Nazareth Memorial Library 295 East Center St. Nazareth, PA. 18064
September 18th Wednesday 9:00am – 11:00am Slate Belt Senior Center, 707 American Bangor Road Bangor, PA. 18013

Katchur Releases Cold Woods

Former Bangor resident and author Karen Katchur has released Cold Woods for your reading pleasure. It's the second book in the Northampton County series. It can be read as a standalone, so there is not a problem is if you didn't read River Bodies.
Cold Woods is about three childhood friends, a deadly secret, and the discovery of human remains in the Appalachian foothills. Have you ever heard the quote, "A good friend will help you move, but a best friend will help you bury a body?" Cold Woods is her version of this. It's a who-dunnit mystery, and although you might think you've got it figured out, not everything is as it seems.
It's available in all formats. You can order your copy here:
Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Cold-Woods-Northampton-County-Book-ebook/dp/B07GVJQNH4/ref
Hardcover: https://www.amazon.com/Woods-Northampton-County-Karen-Katchur/dp/1542093031/ref
Audiobook: https://www.amazon.com/Cold-Woods-Northampton-County-Book/dp/B07TDVM7MN/ref
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/Woods-Northampton-County-Karen-Katchur/dp/154209304X/ref

Public Service Announcements

Wind Gap Summer Concerts
Wind Gap Park 6pm
Aug. 25.....The Headliners

Summer Sounds Concerts
Weona Park 6-8 PM Rain/Shine
Aug. 18......Nazareth Municipal Band

Ride the Bangor Park Train
Come and ride the Bangor Park train at (90 Eisenhart Blvd) - and bring the kids, too! The train typically runs Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00-5:00 through the end of August, weather permitting. The best part? Rides are free! They do accept donations to maintain this community service.

Try New Voting Machines
You are invited to try the new voting machines for Northampton County at the following locations:

August 29th Thursday 11:00am – 12:30pm Northampton Community College Partner Fair, 3835 Green Pond Rd. Bethlehem, PA. 18020 @ the Quad between College Center and Kopecek Hall
September 3rd Tuesday 3:30pm – 6:30pm Bath Borough Municipal Building, 121 S. Walnut St. Bath, PA. 18014
September 16th Monday 10:00am – 1:00pm Nazareth Memorial Library 295 East Center St. Nazareth, PA. 18064
September 18th Wednesday 9:00am – 11:00am Slate Belt Senior Center, 707 American Bangor Road Bangor, PA. 18013

Halloween Parade Sign-ups
Bangor Lodge #1106 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is pleased to announce the 2019 edition of the Bangor Elks Halloween Parade in the Borough of Bangor. The parade is scheduled to take place Thursday October 17, 2019 at 7:00 PM with no rain date.
The parade theme for 2019 will be “A Mardi Gras Halloween”.
Individuals and groups wishing to participate in the parade, can sign up online for free online at https://forms.gle/XLfNWpgjPKyHK1hG9 or by visiting the lodge home page and clicking on the parade link. It will be necessary to include an email address for registration for further communications and on the parade. Online registration will be available until October 12, 2019.
The parade route will be the same as last year. Starting at Pennsylvania Ave (Near The Beehive/Merchants Bank) and then moving right onto N Main St past the CVS Pharmacy then making a right onto Broadway and ending at the Elks Lodge.
After the parade, the Bangor Lodge will once again host free hot dogs and soda at the lodge for the parade participants. Questions, comments, or concerns can be sent to bangorelksparade@gmail.com.

Quilt Guild Accepting New Members
Are you interested in learning more about quilting or joining monthly with others who have a common interest in quilting? If yes, consider membership in the Heart In Hand Quilt Guild.
Monthly meetings, programs and workshops help members to learn new skills, encourage each other, and meet with others interested in quilting. Members also make community service items for mastectomy patients at local hospitals.
The Guild meets monthly at the Hope United Church of Christ, Wind Gap the second Thursday evening of each month from 7-8:30 PM. Our central location works well for members from the Slatebelt, Pocono’s, and Lehigh Valley areas. Membership is open to anyone over the age of 18. The program year starts in September and ends in August. Enrollment is currently open for new members. Annual dues costs $35. If interested, send check payable to HIH, to Kathy Romano, 1478 Heimer Rd, Pen Argyl, Pa 18072. Questions: call Kathie at 610-863-6049.

Food Donations
The Blue Mt. library has begun collecting nonperishable food items for the Hope UCC Food Bank in Wind Gap through September 28. Please drop off your food donations at the library, located at 216 S. Robinson Ave. Call 610-863-3029 or visit www.bmcl.org for information. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.

Rivalry Banquet & Game Ticket Sales

The Rivalry Committee will sell banquet and game tickets online at slatebeltrivalry.com
Banquet Ticket sales begin August 5, cost is $60.00. They have 300 printed "commemorative" tickets. Each school will receive 150 for teams, administration, Board of Education, and special guests. There will be 450 seats for public sale.
Game Ticket pre-sale (for parents of players / participants, season ticket holders) will be available from August 19 -25. They will have a code to be used during this time period.
Public reserved bleacher tickets will go on sale Monday, August 26 at 7:00 AM. No season passes, Colonial League passes, or gold cards (senior citizens) will be accepted. Tickets are $10.00. Game day general admission tickets cost $10.00.

Rivalry Game Yard Signs
The Pen Argyl and Bangor cheerleaders are reselling yard signs to commemorate the 100th game that will be held October 26.
This will be their final sale of the yard signs. If you are interested in purchasing a sign it can be ordered at DKA unlimited in Pen Argyl. You can also order online at www.dkaunlimited.com and choose “local”.
The signs are $20 and will be personalized on the back for the team you choose! All orders are due by September 14th. All signs must be picked up on delivery day between 3 and 5 pm at DKA unlimited on September 25th.

Help Track Bald Eagle Population

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking for the public’s help to track the state’s growing bald eagle population. After reaching a low of just three nesting bald eagle pairs in the Commonwealth in the early 1980s, officials now estimate there are more than 300 nesting pairs here.
While bald eagles are no longer listed as a threatened species in Pennsylvania, they are still protected by the U.S. Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, which prohibits taking of the birds, nests or eggs. If you spot a bald eagle nest, please use proper etiquette to avoid disturbing the birds.
To review bald eagle nest guidelines, or to report your nest sighting to the game commission, click here. 

Slate Belt Rising Tenant Workshop
Slate Belt Rising Tenant Workshop Hosted by Slate Belt Rising and Bangor Borough is set for Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 6 PM – 9 PM in William Pensyl Social Hall 111 State Street, Portland.
FREE event with raffle prizes and food! Come learn about your Tenant Rights and Responsibilities with presentations by the Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania and North Penn Legal Services (NPLS)
**RSVP by Sept 4th to Stephen Reider 484-583-0900 or use the ticket link below stating you would like to attend the Tenant Workshop. Many thanks to our Sponsors!

Slater Family Network Open Thursdays
Slater Family Network is open every Thursday in the summer from 9am-2pm to serve the residents of the Bangor School District. Other days available by appointment. Food, clothing, Mental Health Counseling, School Supplies, and Back Pack Buddy Food Program, all free and available. Please call for details and appointment at 610-599-7019.

Donations for St. John's Cemetery
Donations for St. John's Cemetery in Bangor are being accepted for maintenance. You can mail them to St. John's Cemetery c/o Carol Hummel, 136 Messinger Street, Bangor, Pa 18013.

Summer Feeding at FUMC
The Slate Belt Y will be offering a Summer feeding at The First United Methodist Church, 55 N. 3rd St, Bangor, Monday-Friday. Please help us spread the word to make sure as many children as possible have access to free, healthy meals while school is out.

Summer Reading at Bangor Library
Bangor Public Library Summer Reading program "A Universe of Stories" will start June 20th and run until August 22nd. Meeting days are Thursdays: Grades K-3 from 9:30-10:30 am and Grades 4-6 from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Registration is required. Call the library for more information or stop in.

Bangor Swimming Pool Info
Pool hours: Monday – Friday: 12PM-7PM Saturday and Sunday: 11AM-7PM. The Season Pass Application is in the ticket link and passes will be available at the Borough Office. Season Pass Rates: Family: $170 Family Twilight: (after 5 p.m.) $140 Individual: $95 Senior: $70. Daily Pass fees: Adult: $5 Child:(13 and under) $4 Senior: $3 Twilight: (after 5 p.m.) $3 (for everyone) Day Care Facility rate: $3/child/day (max 3 hours) More info: contact the Borough Office: 610-588-2216.

Weona Park Info
CAROUSEL AND MINIATURE GOLF Wednesday-Friday evenings 3 P.M.-9 P.M; Saturday and Sundays 12 Noon – 9 P.M., weather permitting. Carousel Rides are $1. A round of golf is $5 per person except for our Summer Sizzle Sale from Wed. – Fri. when a round is only $3!!!!!! Please note the first 9 holes of Weona Park Golf is handicap accessible.

What's Available at Jacobsburg?
You can borrow fishing rods and tackle or Discover Adventure Backpacks Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 2:30pm at the Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided.
The Backpacks are best for young children. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
You can view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate program
Older adults and Pennsylvanians with disabilities have until December 31 to apply for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. The original deadline was June 30.
The program benefits people age 65 or older, widows and widowers age 50 or older, and the disabled 18 or older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 for renters, and half of Social Security income excluded. The maximum standard rebate is $650. Supplemental rebates for certain qualifying homeowners boosts rebates to $975.
After June 30, rebates will be distributed as claims are received and processed. Applications typically take 6-8 weeks to process.
Eligibility information and forms are available www.rephahn.com, or by contacting her office at 610-746-2100. Eligibility information and forms are also available at www.repemrick.com or by contacting his Slate Belt office at 610-588-8011 or Nazareth office at 610-746-5090. Assistance in filling out the applications is available free of charge.

Slate Belt AARP Trip
Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will be taking a trip to Boston, Salem, and Cape Ann, Sept. 12-16. This is open to the public. Anyone interested please call Deanna at 610-588-4623 for more info.

"Weona 100" Requests
Pen Argyl Borough requests volunteers, personal stories from Community for “Weona 100.” A joint committee of borough officials and residents are planning a weekend of “Weona 100” festivities and activities on June 19-20, 2020. For more information about the Weona Park 100th Anniversary plans, contact Roberta Cowley at 484-695-2994 or email Weona100@gmail.com.

Heritage Center Monthly Schedule
September 12, 7 PM: “Anniversary of Normandy” by Russ Stout; October 10, 7 PM” “Annual Haunted Heritage Show.”
Sundays: November 10, 2 PM: “Bangor-Pen Argyl 100th Game” by Walter Cole; December 8, 2 PM: “The Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” hosted by Emcee Marc Blau; January 12, 2020, 2 PM: “History of the Mummers” by Melissa Hough.

ONLINE CROSSWORD

FREE SUNDAY DINNERS

1st Sunday of Every Month
East Bangor United Methodist Church, Central Ave., East Bangor
4 - 6 pm 610-588-4453
2nd Sunday of Every Month
Crossroad Baptist, S. 2nd St., Bangor
4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-3966
3rd Sunday of Every Month
Ackermanville United Methodist, 1410 Ackeranville Rd.
4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-7818
4th Sunday of Every Month
First United Methodist, 3rd St., Bangor
12:30 pm - ?? 610-588-4673
Last Saturday of Every Month - Hospitality Luncheon
First United Presbyterian Church, 218 W. Penna. Ave., Pen Argyl
11:30 - 1:30 pm 610-863-4447
If you have any questions, please call the respective churches.

SUNDAY CHURCH SCHEDULE

Ackermanville United Methodist Church Sunday School - 9:00 am Worship - 10:00 am

Bangor Church of The Nazarene Sunday School - 9:30am Worship -10:40 am

Belfast Bible Sunday School (all ages) 9:30 am, Worship 10:45 am, Evening Service 7:00 pm.

Belfast Wesley United Methodist Church Children’s & Adult Sunday School 9:15 am Worship 10:00 am

Bethel Bible Church of Mt. Zion Sunday School - 9:00 am Worship - 10:00 am.

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Sunday School - 9:00 am Worship - 10:00 am - Holy Communion (Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

Community Presbyterian Sunday School - 9:15 am Worship service - 10:30 am (Communion 1st Sunday)

Cross Road Baptist Church Sunday School (all ages) - 9:30 am Worship - 10:45 am Prayer Service - 7:00 pm

East Bangor United Methodist Sunday, September 29 Worship Service with Children's Church - 9:15 am

Faith Alive Community Church Prayer - 9:30 am Worship - 10:00 am

Faith United Presbyterian Church School & Worship - 10:00 am Session - 11:00 am

First United Evangelical Sunday School - 9:30 am Worship - 10:30 am

First United Methodist Church of Bangor Worship - 11:00 am

Flickville UCC Sunday School - 9:30am Worship - 10:45 am

Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church Worship Service - 9:00 am. Adult Bible Study & Sunday School Following Worship.

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Service of the Word Church Music - 9:00 am Holy Communion

Grace United Methodist Contemporary Worship - 8:30 am

Hope UCC Worship - 9:30 am - June 3 through August (Communion 1st Sunday)

Hopesprings Community of Faith Coffee - 9:45 am Service - 10:00 am

House On The Rock Worship - 10:00 am

Mount Bethel Church Worship Services - 10:00 am

Mount Eaton Church Traditional Worship - 8:00 am Sunday School - 9:30 am Contemporary Worship - 10:30 am

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Sunday Mass - 8:30 AM

Portland Baptist Church Sunday School - 9:00 am Fellowship - 10:00 am Worship - 10:30 am

Presbyterian Parish of Bangor-Roseto Worship 10:30 am

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Sunday School - 8:30 am Worship/Communion - 9:45 am

Richmond United Methodist Church Worship and Sunday School - 10:00 am

The Roseto Independent Worship 9:30 am

Slate Belt Church Worship - 10:30 am

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Worship - 10:00 am

St. Joeseph's Episcopal Eucharist - 11:00 am Coffee Hour Follows Church

St. Luke’s U.C.C. Belfast Worship 10:00 am (Communion 1st Sunday)

St. Mary's Episcopal Eucharist and Sunday School - 9:00 am Coffee hour follows service.

St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Worship - 8:00am - 10:15 Sunday School -9:00am

St. Vincent dePaul Sunday Mass - 10:30 AM

The Pentecostal Christian Church of the Truth Sunday School (Escuela Dominical) 12 noon Praise & Worship (Cuho Evanglistico) 1:00 pm

Trinity Lutheran Church Sunday School 9:00 am Worship/Holy Communion 10:15 am

Trinity United Church of Christ Adult Sunday School - 9 am Worship - 10:30 am

Zion Presbyterian Church Worship & Church School - 9:30 am

gOING oUT OF TOWN?

Going out of town? Let SBRPD know that your house will be vacant and they'll do frequent drive-bys.. Safe travels... http://slatebeltpd.com/ SBRPD is: 911 (Emergency), 610-759-8517 (Non-Emergency), 610-759-8523 (Fax) and 1-888-823-4978 FREE (Non-Emergency Toll Free)

dRUG TAKE BACK BOX

The Slate Belt Regional Police Department has a prescription drug “Take-Back “box at their 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, Pa office (Plainfield Township Municipal Building). Contact information for the SBRPD is: 911 (Emergency), 610-759-8517 (Non-Emergency), 610-759-8523 (Fax) and 1-888-823-4978 FREE (Non-Emergency Toll Free)

Hunter-Trapper Ed. Courses Available

State law requires all first-time hunters and trappers, regardless of age, to successfully complete Hunter-Trapper Education (HTE) training before they can buy a Pennsylvania hunting or trapping license. Prospective hunters age 16 years or older may complete the study course entirely online. Or you may sign up for one of the classes being offered near you. For a searchable database of classes currently scheduled, click here.

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Grants to Protect Non-Game Species

The Wild Resource Conservation Program is accepting applications for grants to protect the state’s native biodiversity.
The program, overseen by DCNR (Department of Conservation and Natural Resources), safeguards Pennsylvania’s non-game animals, native plants, and their habitat.
Among this year’s grant priorities are projects focused on climate refugia (an area where special environmental circumstances have enabled a species or a community of species to survive after extinction in surrounding areas.) marsh bird surveys, mussel recovery/restoration, the response of wildlife to fire management, and more. Applicants are encouraged to review the detailed list of priorities to ensure that their project fits this year’s criteria.
Applications are being accepted until August 23, for work to be performed between January 2020 and June 2021. Visit the DCNR website to apply for a grant, or to learn more about the application process and this year’s priorities.

All Drivers Need These Items

Business cards: If driving isn’t your end game, you never know when a business opportunity will present itself.
Related: What independent contractors need to know about finances and insurance
Car seat gap filler: You probably think you don’t need one… until you drop something important down there and spend hours trying to claw it out.
Mileage log: Using your vehicle for business means you might be able to deduct mileage from your taxes. Find the current IRS mileage rate here. The IRS requires appropriate record keeping, which could include a paper record or one of the many driving apps that track your mileage automatically.
Related: Is auto insurance tax-deductible? It depends.
Pen and paper: You’ll never know when you need to write something down.
Cell phone mount: A driver essential to stay hands-free and keep GPS (and your ridesharing apps) visible.
Bluetooth ear piece: Just don’t take ultra-personal calls with a passenger in the back.
Electronic toll transponder: You and your passengers will be grateful to just cruise right through the toll booths instead of digging for exact change.
Neck and back rest: If you spend a lot of time driving, you may end up with a stiff neck or a sore back. These can keep you comfortable – and potentially prevent more serious injuries.
Travel pillow: A handy item if you want to take a nap in between shifts. Having trouble focusing on the road? Watch this video with tips to help you stay alert while driving.
Gas finder app: Find the cheapest gas in your local area with an app like GasBuddy or Gas Guru. You’d be surprised how a few cents off a gallon can save you a lot by the end of the month.
Snacks: Instead of answering your growling stomach with a bag of gas station chips, opt to pack your own snacks ahead of time. Not only will it save you cash, but you can make healthier options (that won’t fill your car with crumbs).
Registration and proof of insurance: Wondering how insurance works if you drive for Uber or Lyft? Keep reading.

Sundaes on Saturday

Sundaes on Saturday will be held Saturday August 24 from 4-7pm at the Ackermanville United Methodist Church, rain or shine.
Dinky’s Ice Cream will provide their always-delicious treats. Hamburgers and hot dogs will also be for sale.
There will be games for young children. The church is located at 1410 Ackermanville Rd, Bangor, PA 18013.

Slate Belt Rising Tenant Workshop

Slate Belt Rising Tenant Workshop Hosted by Slate Belt Rising and Bangor Borough is set for Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 6 PM – 9 PM in William Pensyl Social Hall 111 State Street, Portland.
FREE event with raffle prizes and food! Come learn about your Tenant Rights and Responsibilities with presentations by the Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania and North Penn Legal Services (NPLS)
**RSVP by Sept 4th to Stephen Reider 484-583-0900 or use the ticket link below stating you would like to attend the Tenant Workshop. Many thanks to our Sponsors!

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Sponsors & Players are needed for our the Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce 21th Annual Specialty Bingo (Vera Bradley, Coach, Michael Kors, Kate Spade & more...)Sunday September 8 at the Bangor Elks. Bingo starts at 1 PM, Doors Open 12 PM.
This is an opportunity to reach out to 200 women/men and tell them about your business, product or upcoming event. Sponsor benefits: • Special tag advertising your company attached to the prizes • Your flyer distributed • Your business name in the program and announced throughout the event. • Free ticket to attend the Bingo, a $20 value you can use yourself or give to a valued customer or employee.
If you would like to sponsor a prize, the cost of sponsorship would be $50, $75 or $100. The amount you donate will determine the size of your prize. Bingo Tickets available… Advanced Tickets $20.00 (at the door $25.00) 20 Games Bingo, Specials, Door Prizes, Silent Auction.

BHS Grad Performs in Grande Carnivale

by Jordyn Taylor
Bangor 2019 Graduate, Gianna Graziano, spent most of her summer performing at Dorney Park’s Grande Carnivale as “Pierette” the French mime.
This was the first year that Dorney held an event like this; a family friendly festival that took place July 20 to August 11 from 5:00-10:00 with activities like an opening ceremony, atmosphere characters, review shows, the “Spectacle of Color” parade, the Carnivale Street Party, and fireworks. The Carnivale featured a versatile cast of people from all around the country and the world, and has been described as being similar to Epcot in Disney World with its “countries.” The festival featured Italy, China, India, Germany, and France where guests were greeted by performers, bands, and circus folk.
Graziano, known best for her roles in Bangor’s productions of 42nd Street and Mamma Mia, discovered the opportunity of performing for the Grande Carnivale from an ad on Facebook and said it sounded fun.
    “I knew this summer I wanted something different on my resume,” she said. “This just called my name. It felt right.”
    To audition for the Carnivale, Graziano completed an acting audition, a dance audition, performed a monologue, and learned a dance combination - all in one night. After receiving the role of “Pierette,” she started rehearsing and was soon performing every night of the event.
“Every day ..... not including rehearsals beforehand, I've been down at Dorney performing,” she said. “No day off, just work, work, work! I enjoy every second!”
Graziano loves performing for the crowd and says her favorite part was meeting the kids and the families.
   “There is no better feeling than going up to a kid who looks sad, and then they smile so wide when they see you. I personally love when I make them smile,” she said.
   She also said that the experience has prepared her for her future in performing.
“It has definitely built my improv skills and communication skills which can help me in both real life situations, and with my acting,” she said. “Working in a corporate environment in my first professional gig has given me so many tips and tricks that I’m going to use for auditioning and performing in general. It's such a great experience that I won’t forget.”
Graziano will be attending The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) for Musical Theatre in Manhattan in the Fall, and next summer hopes to do summer stock theatre and/or regional theatre.
The Grande Carnivale ended August 11, but if you missed it this year, there’s always a chance to see all of the lights, makeup, and performers at next year’s event!
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