Help Wanted..... HVAC Tech/Plumber's Assistant .....Experienced preferred but will train. Call - Malachowski & Son 570-897-5443 Help Wanted.....Tru-Colors Restoration: Experienced Construction Labor .... Visit trucolorsrestoration.com to apply (8/19) WWII Era Guest Night.......Cheryl Melnick (L) talks about the WWII experience her father Rowland Smith (R) endured during the landing at Omaha Beach. This and other stories were told during an event at the Slate Belt Heritage Center welcoming guests from the WWII era.. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
4-H Fair..........Riley Koehler is shown here with "Starry Night" the calf that won several ribbons at the 4-H Fair held this weekend. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Sabrina Schantzen Belt and Beyond
How to Cope with the August blues MSN 8/9/17
There can be something unsettling about August. Hot and sticky, it's summer on full blast, roasting your mind and body. Your office and neighborhood are ghost towns as people take off on the last vacation before school starts. Nothing gets done. Yet, the days are getting shorter and fall is on the horizon. Most of the year is already behind you. Maybe all you want to do is crank up Lana Del Rey's "Summertime Sadness." Feeling the August blues? You're not alone. When New York-based writer Rachel Syme recently tweeted that August is "secretly harder for a lot of people than any time in winter," the response was huge. "I hate the feeling that summer is ending and I haven't DONE ANYTHING which is of course untrue. But August always makes me anxious," one woman wrote in response. "Skipping August is the best idea the French ever had and that includes brioche," another Twitter user added. Poet Sylvia Plath put it this way: "August rain: the best of the summer gone, and the new fall not yet born. The odd uneven time." August has "all ingredients for a stew of blues," said Joshua Klapow, a clinical psychologist and associate professor in the School of Public Health at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. For many people, it creates a feeling of funk, a feeling of down, a feeling of sadness. For a small percentage, it creates seasonal affective disorder. Experts believe summer SAD affects less than 1 percent of the population, making it much rarer than the winter variety. Symptoms include decreased appetite, trouble sleeping, irritability and weight loss. Here's why you may be feeling down: If you live in a very hot and humid location, you're forced indoors, and your exposure to natural sunlight can diminish compared to the spring and fall. Extreme temperatures can bring us inside. It tantalizes us, so we look outside and it looks beautiful out, but we can't go outside. That can put us in a funk," he added. Your schedule can be chaotic, That's especially true for parents trying to plan activities and vacations when school is out, or scrambling to prepare for back-to-school time in August. You're overwhelmed by nostalgia. For a lot of adults, August is a reminder that summer is no longer about carefree times at the pool or the beach. You think, "What did I used to do as a child but maybe I can't do now because I'm working?" During the summer, you stay up later, go out more during the week and your eating habits may not be ideal, but you still have to go to work. That summer pattern wears your body down. The heat and humidity can wear you out physiologically. There is the perception that the environment is punishing. "We call them the dog days of summer. It slows everything down, it slows our metabolism down. That can throw people into a funk. Perhaps everyone around you seems to be having a blast or going off on vacation, while you're stuck in an empty office. Social media increases the intensity of the notion that "everybody is having a good time, except for me." When August comes around, you may ask yourself: Summer is almost over, where did it go? There's a sadness to the ending of the season, plus a time pressure component — We're eight months into the year." You may have reverse seasonal affective disorder (SAD). You can see people develop full-blown depression that is triggered by the summer months. Experts believe summer SAD affects less than 1 percent of the population, making it much rarer than the winter variety. Symptoms include decreased appetite, trouble sleeping, irritability and weight loss. Take care of your body: Your physiological health has a huge bearing on your emotional health. If you're in a funk, limit alcohol and junk food, get enough sleep and exercise. Engage in activities you like: What you can't do is allow the funk to isolate you. Spend time at the pool or go to a movie. Force yourself to do things that you would normally find pleasurable. Don't allow yourself to be overwhelmed by social media: Remind yourself that for every vacation picture your friends post, there are 400 photos of them not having fun. Enjoy Weona Park Today
CAROUSEL & MINIATURE GOLF The National Historical Registered Carousel and Golf Course will be open Sunday, 12 Noon – 9 P.M., weather permitting. Carousel Rides are $1. A round of golf is $5 per person. Please note the first 9 holes of Weona Park Golf are handicap accessible. SUMMER SOUNDS This Sunday's (concert features the sounds of Music of Lee & Chris playing music from the 40’s to today. The concert will start at 6 P.M. and the volunteers of the Blue Mountain Community Library will be offering delicious hot dogs, tomato pies and ice cream. Pies will return 8/27. If raining the concert will move indoors to the Community Center. Weather Related Health Forecast
Special Music
The East Bangor United Methodist community Church welcomes Sue Hamblin, soloist, who will offer special music at the 9:15 a.m. worship service today. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more information, call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org. Calliope at Presbyterian Church of the Mountain The classical trio, Calliope, will perform today at the Presbyterian Church of the Mountain on Route 611 in Delaware Water Gap as part of its Summer Gazebo Concert Series. Members of Calliope include Gina Bertucci, flute, Barbara McMahon, flute, and Laura Goss, bassoon. The concert will include classical selections by J.S. Bach, Lolliet, Handel and Mozart, as well as some contemporary composers. The concert is free and held rain or shine, beginning at 6 PM, on the lawn of the church. Bring a picnic, or purchase light fare in support of the concert series. In case of bad weather, the concert is moved into the sanctuary. For further information call 570-350-3404 or visit www.churchofthemountain.org. East Bangor Large Yard Sale The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church is holding a LARGE "Yard Sale" in conjunction with their "Used Book Sale" on Saturday only, August 19th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be held in the church parking lot. 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. Annual Lights of Hope...... The Addict’s Mom invites you to their annual Lights of Hope which is one many nationally run events to raise awareness to drug addition during September which is National Recovery Month. This year's event will be held from 5:00pm - 7:30pm, Saturday September 9 at the William Pensyl Social Hall in Portland.
If addiction has affected you - this is an event that you don’t want to miss. Addiction is a “monster” that affects the entire family and the Addict’s Mom is here to help. If you have any questions, ideas, or experiences that you would like to share, please contact [email protected] If you would like to share publicly you can use the forum provided below. (Note: In the box titled "NAME" do not use your real name. Use a nickname or a handle.) CLICK HERE FOR COMMENT PAGE....Sixth Annual Mass in honor of St. Roch
The Sixth Annual Mass in honor of St. Roch will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., in the closed church on Second Street, West Bangor. The Rev. Msgr. VincentP. York, pastor of St. Elizabeth Catholic Parish will be the celebrant. Parishioners and friends of the former St. Roch Church are invited to participate in this Annual Mass. Each year since 2012, the Diocese of Allentown has granted permission to celebrate the Mass in honor of St. Roch, the Patron Saint. Included in the Mass will be the liturgy, music and readings in honor St. Roch. August 13 Regular EventsBingo - Immaculate Conception. Doors 11:00am, Bingo 1:00pm
Bingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45. Breakfast - Bushkill Volunteer Fire C. 7:30-12:30. Fellowship Dinner - Breaking Bread soup kitchen, 4:00pm. Cross Road Baptist, Bangor. Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3. Slate Belt YMCA - Open Noon 10-2 This is our calendar of regularly scheduled events. If you see any info that is incorrect or want to add a regularly scheduled event please send e-mail to [email protected].
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Monroe Animal League Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Monroe Animal League will be on Tuesday, August 29 at 7:00 PM at the Eastern Monroe County Library, Rt. 611/N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg. All Monroe County animal lovers are encouraged to attend. For more information, visit www.monroeanimals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email [email protected], or call 570-421-7775. THIS DAY IN HISTORY - August 13Berlin is divided 1961 Shortly after midnight on this day in 1961, East German soldiers begin laying down barbed wire and bricks as a barrier between Soviet-controlled East Berlin and the democratic western section of the city. After World War II, defeated Germany was divided into Soviet, American, British and French zones of occupation. The city of Berlin, though technically part of the Soviet zone, was also split, with the Soviets taking the eastern part of the city. After a massive Allied airlift in June 1948 foiled a Soviet attempt to blockade West Berlin, the eastern section was drawn even more tightly into the Soviet fold. Over the next 12 years, cut off from its western counterpart and basically reduced to a Soviet satellite, East Germany saw between 2.5 million and 3 million of its citizens head to West Germany in search of better opportunities. By 1961, some 1,000 East Germans–including many skilled laborers, professionals and intellectuals–were leaving every day. In August, Walter Ulbricht, the Communist leader of East Germany, got the go-ahead from Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev to begin the sealing off of all access between East and West Berlin. Soldiers began the work over the night of August 12-13, laying more than 100 miles of barbed wire slightly inside the East Berlin border. The wire was soon replaced by a six-foot-high, 96-mile-long wall of concrete blocks, complete with guard towers, machine gun posts and searchlights. East German officers known as Volkspolizei (“Volpos”) patrolled the Berlin Wall day and night. Fall Festival
The Upper Mount Bethel Park Committee is hosting its 1st annual Craft Show on September 9 from 8 to 4. The event will be held at the Upper Mount Bethel Park on Potomac Street. It is all outside so bring your tents, tables and chairs. A 10 X 10 space is $25.00 or a double space is $40.00. Electric will not be available but you may bring a generator. For more information, contact Sharon Cerny at 570-801-2411. Pocono Arts Wednesday Evening Workshop Pocono Arts will begin a Wednesday evening workshop “Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go) with artist/instructor John McAllister. Workshops will begin in September and be ongoing each Wednesday evening, 6:30-8:30pm. Tuition: $10.00 per workshop All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you’re comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basic techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting. First session subject: tea pot with flowers, second session subject: fruit in a basket. You may also bring your own choice of subject. To register please call PoconoArts, 570-476-4460. Bangor Public Library Fundraiser The Bangor Public Library is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. The sale will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 9:00am-7:00pm Stop by the library to purchase your shopping pass. Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S Main St, Bangor, PA. Print Edition Copy E-mailed FREE To You
Our Slate Belt Town Topics Print Edition is now available online and free for everyone. The copy appears perfectly on computer, tablet or smartphone. If you would like a copy e-mailed to you each time we print all you need to do is send your e-mail address to [email protected] We will not sell or distribute copies of your e-mail addresses to anyone. We also hide your email addresses from other people on the list using blind carbon copies. In Case You Missed It......
Bangor Public Library Fundraiser
The Bangor Public Library is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. The sale will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 9:00am-7:00pm Stop by the library to purchase your shopping pass. Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S Main St, Bangor, PA. NYC Trip to San Genaro Festival
Merchants Bank Walkers are sponsoring a bus trip to New York on Sept. 16,2017. Little Italy will be the one and only drop off and pick up location. The San Genaro Festival will be taking place for anyone to enjoy but there are many other places of interest nearby in walking distance or by taxi. The bus will leave from the 191 branch at 8:30 and leave NY at 4:30. All proceeds will be donated to The American Cancer Society thru Relay For Life/Slate Belt. For information contact Karen at 484-390-0743 or any branch of Merchants Bank. Bangor Class of 1967 Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Shawnee Inn Resort. Addresses are needed of the following classmates: Susan Dennis, Joseph Duvo, Linda Engler, William Fisher, Harvey Frable, Susan Horn, Kathryn Jewell, Stephen Lamson, Paul Meyers, Carol Sagan, Allison Smith, Roberta Stull, John Sullivan and Mortimer Wells III. Anyone with information can contact: Ken Brewer @ 484-515-3052. Bangor Park 2017 Summer Events:
. August 20: Pooch Plunge at Pool 11am - 1pm The last day of the pool season is one for our furry friends. Come out with man’s (or women’s) best friend and enjoy one of the last days of summer with a doggie swim day! Anyone interested in volunteering for the Park Board or any of these events can contact Debbie Smith at [email protected] or 610-751-7692 Pen Argyl Park Yoga: Mondays and Thursdays at the Weona Park Community Center at 6 P.M. Please contact Janelle Connolly at 484-707-5961 or http://www.namastefit.org Weona Park community center building. All levels welcome. Beginners encouraged to attend. Class fee will be $10 Please bring a mat, towel and small blanket. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to class start. Dress in clothing that you can easily move in and feel comfortable in. Recommend dressing in light layers
Pen Argyl Golf Course and Carousel open Wed - Fri. - 3 P.M -9 P.M., Saturday & Sunday 12 P.M.-9 P.M. Bangor park pool is open 11AM-7PM Saturday and Sunday and Noon -7PM weekdays.
Friends of the Bangor Public Library Events
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library announce the following Save-the-Date” events:
New members are always welcome. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 Totts Gap Arts Events ScheduleSeptember 8 Totts Gap Dance at COTA September 11 Children & Adult Fall Classes Begin September 16 & 17 Totts Gap Arts @ Riverside Festival of the Arts. September 23 Mural Dedication Day October Wine & Good Will @ Tolino’s. October 23 New Adult Classes Begin November 11 Annual Scholarship Dinner December 10 Community Open House
Heritage Center Calendar of EventsSlate Belt Heritage Center Calendar of Events for 2017
Bus Trip to National Civil War Museum
Join the Slate Belt Heritage Center for their bus trip to the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA, on Saturday, September 16, 2017. The bus will leave at 8:00 AM from Weiss Market, Route 512 in Bangor, and will return at 5:00 PM. Cost per individual is $95.00 which includes bus ticket and admission ticket into the museum. This is the only museum that tells the entire Civil War story. Local Civil War expert and the National Civil War Museum educator Dane DiFebo will host a special presentation for the tour. See exhibits, visit with re-enactors on the museum grounds, attend Hari Jones program on the United State Colored Troops in the South from 1865-1870 and much more. Reservations are required and a light lunch will be provided. Tickets are available at Bray’s News, 36 Broadway and Heard’s Market, 501 South Main Street, both in Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Cathy Heard @ 610-588-0735. Civil Air Patrol Meets Every Monday
The Civil Air Patrol 807th Braden Squadron meets every Monday Night from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Bangor VFW or Braden Airpark, Easton Call for meeting location on given night: 610-588-1459 http://cap807.com/ Hope UCC Trip to Sight & Sound
Hope UCC of Wind Gap is sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound Theatres to see JONAH on Sat, Oct 14, 2017. For further info or to reserve your package(s) please call or email Jen at 908-727-0090 or [email protected]. $125/adults or $ 80/child includes bus, lunch, and show ticket. Money due no later than 08/03/17(No refunds). Letters To The Homefront Book Sold Out
The Slate Belt Heritage Center has announced that it has sold out all 500 copies of it’s very popular book: Letters To Homefront:” A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers”. The Center is considering a second printing and would like to know how many more books to order. If you would like to order a copy, please contact the Center at: [email protected], or call the Center @: 610-599-4993. Please leave your name, contact information and number of books you would like. You may also call: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 to re-order. Please DO NOT send money at this time. You will receive a return call when the books are in. Thank you for your continued support of the project. DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available
When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg! These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected]. Fishing Rods and Tackle Available When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! 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. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected].
August 12Columcille’s Overnight Men's Retreat
Please join for an overnight men's retreat August 12-13 for an opportunity to connect to yourself and the land of Columcille Megalith Park in Bangor, PA. The intention for the retreat is for us to examine and deepen our relationship with the land and our own spiritual path. We will discuss personal accountability and the different ways we as men can bring balance by walking our soul's path in today’s world. They will be exploring this work through various shamanic rituals and ceremonies. One of the events that will continue throughout the retreat will be tending the sacred fire. As Firekeepers, each participant will have the opportunity to take a turn tending the fire in a sacred way with scheduled shifts throughout the retreat. This time will also allow us to honor the oral tradition of storytelling around the fire. It is a rare opportunity to camp on the land for this retreat which is normally not allowed. You are welcome to make other arrangements for sleeping if you do not wish to camp. All of the money collected will be donated to Collumcille Park. We are asking for a donation with a sliding scale of $175 to $125. We understand the need to be flexible with the rate. We also need to get a very accurate head count. We are asking for you to pay with paypal directly through the park website. You can donate through the membership area here: http://www.columcille.org/membersPage.html make a note that the funds are for the men’s retreat. Or you can send a check written out to Columcille. Email with questions and to reserve your spot: [email protected]
Faith Church's Blueberry Festival our sweetest event is now in its 3rd year. The Blueberry Festival will be held in the Fellowship Hall at 218 W. Pennsylvania Ave Pen Argyl, PA on August 12, 2017 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm, rain or shine. This community fun event will also feature our favorite summer menu items. Real Faith church cheese-steak and sausage and pepper sandwiches will be on the menu. Cool blueberry treats include Blueberry Ice Cream, Blueberry Pie, Blueberry Cheesecake, Blueberry Cakes, Blueberry Bars, Blueberry Muffins and lots of great food also. You have to try the ultimate homemade Blueberry Pie and Cheesecake these are two treats that come recommended by our Faith Church dessert tasting experts. The Blueberry Festival menu includes all of those popular items from last year’s Festival as well. Grilled chicken sandwiches as well as the savory grilled chicken and berry salad will be available. Come join the fun and taste their sweetest festival and then decide for yourself which Blueberry treat is the best in the Slate Belt Area. Directions to Faith United for the Blueberry Festival are available on the website: www.faithunited.net also, follow Faith United Presbyterian Church on Facebook and like us. August 13Calliope at Presbyterian Church of the Mountain
On Sunday, August 13, the classical trio, Calliope, will perform at the Presbyterian Church of the Mountain on Route 611 in Delaware Water Gap as part of its Summer Gazebo Concert Series. Members of Calliope include Gina Bertucci, flute, Barbara McMahon, flute, and Laura Goss, bassoon. The concert will include classical selections by J.S. Bach, Lolliet, Handel and Mozart, as well as some contemporary composers. The concert is free and held rain or shine, beginning at 6 PM, on the lawn of the church. Bring a picnic, or purchase light fare in support of the concert series. In case of bad weather, the concert is moved into the sanctuary. For further information call 570-350-3404 or visit www.churchofthemountain.org. August 15Friends of the Bangor Public Library Events
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library announce the following Save-the-Date” events:
New members are always welcome. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 Summer Book Sale The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold their Annual Summer Book Sale at the Blue Valley Farm Show the week of August 15th – 19th. The event will be in the gray display barn on the upper grounds of the fair. Tues-Fri: 6:00- 10:00 PM Sat. Noon-10:00 PM ($5.00 bag day). Like new and gently used books in all genres will be available for adults and children. Donations are now being accepted at the Bangor library during hours and must be in good condition. Soiled, torn, and college textbooks will not be accepted. For additional information contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. Sixth Annual Mass in honor of St. Roch The Sixth Annual Mass in honor of St. Roch will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., in the closed church on Second Street, West Bangor. The Rev. Msgr. VincentP. York, pastor of St. Elizabeth Catholic Parish will be the celebrant. Parishioners and friends of the former St. Roch Church are invited to participate in this Annual Mass. Each year since 2012, the Diocese of Allentown has granted permission to celebrate the Mass in honor of St. Roch, the Patron Saint. Included in the Mass will be the liturgy, music and readings in honor St. Roch. Community Library Fund Raiser On Tuesday, August 15, the Blue Mountain Community Library of Pen Argyl will hold a fundraiser at Emmy Lou’s Ice Cream Café, located at 492 East Main St., Pen Argyl. Dine and/or enjoy dessert between 5 and 10 PM, and a portion of your purchase price will be donated to benefit the library. Menus are available at the Café and the library, or visit Emmy Lou’s on Facebook. The BMCL Summer Reading program “High 5 Your Reading Drive” will end on August 12. The library will begin collecting nonperishable food items for the Hope UCC Food Bank in Wind Gap on August 14. Please drop off your food donations now through September 30. Call 610-863-3029 or visit www.bmcl.org for information. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. August 17Young at Heart Club Meeting
The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be meeting on Thursday, August 17 at 1:00pm in the St. Elizabeth's Church Hall in Pen Argyl. A representative from the Chamber of Commerce will present the program. Also, please note: Our September meeting will be on Friday, September 15th, at 12:00noon; please note...this is a change of date and time. We will feature the Hinkel family which is a Christian musical group from Texas that tour the United States. Please feel free to stop in and enjoy their music. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630. August 19East Bangor Large Yard Sale
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church is holding a LARGE "Yard Sale" in conjunction with their "Used Book Sale" on Saturday only, August 19th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be held in the church parking lot. 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. August 20East Bangor UMC Special Music
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes Laura Goss and Lisa Schwartz, instrumentalists, who will offer special music at the 9:15 a.m. worship service on Sunday, August 20th. 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. August 25Columcille Autumn Women's Retreat
Join the Women of Columcille .at the Autumn Women's Retreat Friday, August 25th through Sunday the 27th at the Kirkridge Farmhouse. For full information, Program, Registration and Meal information, click HERE for a PDF to download, fill out and print. If you wish to charge your registration fee to your credit or debit card please contact Beth Guida. Her email is:[email protected]. Registration deadline is August 22nd. There are a limited number of partial scholarships available. Email Beth at [email protected] for further information on availability. August 26Movie Night at UMBT Community Park
John Bermingham, Chairman, UMBT Supervisors is happy to announce that Upper Mount Bethel will be having its first “Movie Night in the Park,” sponsored by LamTec Corporation and Custom Laminating Corporation! Admission is free and ALL are welcome, including the neighboring communities. On Saturday, August 26th they will be showing a movie in the Community Park located off Potomac Street. There will be vendors selling food, ice cream, refreshments, music and even free popcorn. This is another great way to bring our community together. The Park will be open all day and the movie will begin at dusk around 8pm. The movie will be "UP". August 29Monroe Animal League Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Monroe Animal League will be on Tuesday, August 29 at 7:00 PM at the Eastern Monroe County Library, Rt. 611/N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg. All Monroe County animal lovers are encouraged to attend. For more information, visit www.monroeanimals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email [email protected], or call 570-421-7775. September 2Slate Belt Sprint 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run
Kick-off your Labor Day celebrations with yhe Slate Belt YMCA This is a family event, as well as an event for competitive runners. Saturday, September 2nd, 2017 at Slate Belt YMCA, 7:00 AM Registration Opens, 8:15 AM 5K Run, 8:20 AM 5K Walk, 9:15 AM Kids Fun Run Awards: First Place Overall, Male & Female, First Place Walker, Male & Female, Top 3 Male & Female by Age Group REGISTRATION:
ReStore Recyclable Latex Paint September 2 Upper Mt. Bethel Township, Municipal Building, 387 Ye Olde Highway, Mt. Bethel, PA 18343 October 7, Tatamy Borough, Hope Lutheran Church, 240 S 8Th St.,Tatamy, PA 18085 September 8Nazareth Garden Club Show
The Nazareth Area Garden Club will hold it's 15th Annual Flower and Garden Show on Friday Sept. 8th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday the 9th, from 10:00 a.m. to 300 p.m. at the Schoeneck Moravian Church , 316 B Broad St. Ext in Nazareth. This year's theme is Jungle Fever and will feature Floral Arrangements in 10 categories. In addition, both annual and perennial specimens will be judged, as well as houseplants, fruits and vegetables. Special club projects include Rosemary and a beautiful red Geranium grown by members since May. A Container Garden in a re-purposed container will also be judged by the audience. Mosaic bird baths are also featured. Jack Jones will be there with his birdhouses made form recycled barn wood. Be sure to visit our raffle table and plant sale. The show room is air conditioned and wheelchair accessible. Admission is always free. For more information please contact Sandee Rinehart 610-865-5439 or [email protected] September 9Lehigh Valley Collection Events
Bethlehem will be hosting an Electronics Collection Event on Saturday, September 9th at the Recycling Center, 345 Illicks Mill Rd., Bethlehem, 18017, event time is 9am-12pm. Please see the attached flyer with AERC material pricing. UMBT First Annual Craft Show Upper Mount Bethel is holding its FIRST ANNUAL MT. BETHEL CRAFT SHOW on September 9 2017 from 8 am to 4 pm. This event is for CRAFTERS ONLY. If you are interested please message UMBT on Facebook for an application. This event is in support of their community park in Upper Mount Bethel Township. East Bangor Safety Day Safety day will be held at East Bangor Park Satuday September 9 from 12 -4. September 16Bus Trip to National Civil War Museum
Join the Slate Belt Heritage Center for their bus trip to the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA, on Saturday, September 16, 2017. The bus will leave at 8:00 AM from Weiss Market, Route 512 in Bangor, and will return at 5:00 PM. Cost per individual is $95.00 which includes bus ticket and admission ticket into the museum. This is the only museum that tells the entire Civil War story. Local Civil War expert and the National Civil War Museum educator Dane DiFebo will host a special presentation for the tour. See exhibits, visit with re-enactors on the museum grounds, attend Hari Jones program on the United State Colored Troops in the South from 1865-1870 and much more. Reservations are required and a light lunch will be provided. Tickets are available at Bray’s News, 36 Broadway and Heard’s Market, 501 South Main Street, both in Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Cathy Heard @ 610-588-0735. September 17Trail To Town Jamboree
The Trail To Town Jamboree hosted by Slate Belt Rising, Boy Scout Troop 33 and Wind Gap Borough will be held at Wind Gap Park, September 17, 2016 8:00 a.m. to 4:00. The event will celebrate Wind Gap’s designation as an Appalachian Trail community and the Slate Belt Rising’s commitment to conserve our natural assets. The Jamboree will feature: • Food Stand by Wind Gap Rire Co. • Music by Local Performers • Outdoor Skills Demos by Local Scouts Lashing & Knots - Fire Building • Information tables from the ATC, EcoTourism and Conservation organizations and local officials. • Yoga Demo • Aromatherapy - making your own non toxic bug spray • Waste Managementt - Environmental education • Minsi Trails Council - The role of the scouts in our communities • Anytime Fitness - Exercise for hikers. • Realistic First Aid - Members of National Youth Leadership Training Course • Hunting and Photography • Genesis Bicycles - Biking and safety.• Civil War Re-enactors • Planting a Pollinator Garden -Master Gardener Parking at Wind Gap Middle School (1620 Teels Rd. Pen Argyl Pa.). FREE Van Service Available throughout the day from Wind Gap Middle School to Wind Gap Park and the Appalachian Trail Head. Contact: Slate Belt Rising Director, Stephen Reider, at 484-523-0900 or by email at [email protected] or Eily Leicht Scout Master Troop 33 610-442-4973 email [email protected] September 22District 10 Trappers Convention
District 10 Trappers 2017 Fall Trapping Convention, September 22nd 12-6pm and 23rd 8am-6pm at the Northampton County 4-H Center (777 Bushkill Center Rd. Nazareth, PA 18064). Free Admission, Free Demos, Food on premises, Tailgaters welcome. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203. September 30Families First 5K/Walk
Families First is celebrating its 15th Anniversary serving residents in the Pen Argyl Area School District. Join their 15th Annual 5-K Race & 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, September 30, 2017, rain or shine. Registration for the race/walk will begin at the Wind Gap Borough Park at 7:45 a.m. with the race starting at 9:00 a.m. Pre-registration is open until 2 pm on Friday, September 29th at a fee of $20.00 per person or $40.00 for a family with three or more registrants. On Race day Saturday, September 30th Registration fee will be $25.00 per person and $50.00 for a family with three or more registrants. There is a special discount registration for students only $15.00. The Largest Youth Group/Team/Organization pre-registered for the 5-K Race or Walk will receive a Pizza Party. Awards will be presented to the overall top Male and Female, top Masters Male and Female, and top 3 finishers in each of the eight age categories. Entry includes a quality T-shirt for the first 100 registered, bagels, water, door prizes, and the opportunity to support a worthwhile cause. The one-mile fun walk is non-competitive. To register, contact Race Chairperson Phil Giaquinto at 610-746-4436 or via email to [email protected]. Sponsorship opportunities are still available at all levels from $100.00 to $1,000.00. Partial Sponsors List as of this date: Premier Sponsors: Thrivent Financial; Corporate Sponsors: Wind Gap Chevrolet-Buick; Logo Sponsors: Methodist Services, Lucy Flinn-State Farm ; Name Sponsors: Grand Central Landfill, Huth Insurance, Merchants Bank, Reimer Brothers, Sabatino Insurance Agency, The Scorecard Sports Bar & Grill, State Representative Marcia M. Hahn All levels of sponsorship includes: publicity, listing of corporate logo or Name on the event T-Shirts, and the opportunity to present informational material at the Race. For sponsorship information, contact the Families First Director, Frank Jones at 610-863-3688 or via email to [email protected]. October 1Portland Lodge No.311 MASONIC Motorama
The Portland Lodge No.311 MASONIC Motorama will be held October 1 at 12 PM New this year TRUCK and BIG RIG PULLS. Monster truck rides will be happening this year. Miller memorial blood center on site. Donors will be needed! Contact Shilo Thomas for available times. All proceeds donated to local charities. Exclusive R/C is back again this year with their monster display of R/C cars ,trucks and equipment. Show open to anything with a motor. Cars, trucks, low riders, high rollers, helicopters, power wheels, golf carts, big rigs, firetrucks/rescue vehicles, ATVs, boats, Snowmobiles, new, OLD, street rods, race cars, R/c cars trucks, tow trucks, wresckers etc. You know what we do and how we do it! We are going to be bigger, better, faster, stronger! A day of speed, horsepower and motor mayhem at the Plainfield Farmers grove, route 191 and Kesslersville road, Nazareth pa. Sponsors and vendors wanted. First come first serve, spaces open May 1st. Info posted soon. Coach Bag Bingo Please join with Guardians of the Ribbon to support women of all ages battling cancer - Slate Belt PA Chapter 12:00 noon Sunday, October 1 at Charter's Banquet Facility at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company in Wind Gap. The afternoon will feature 15 games of bingo and 1 Buy in game grand finale. An authentic Coach handbag will be going to the individual winner of each game. All participants will have an opportunity to purchase 50/50, Raffle tickets and extra sets of bingo packs. All tickets will most likely sell out in pre sales. Admission is $30 per person pre-sale . 35.00 st door. Space is limited to 200 guests. Tickets can be purchased in advance and are non-refundable – which includes 15 games. Additional Bingo books will be sold 1 for $15 at the door. This is a great way to spend time with friends and family while supporting Guardians of the Ribbon - Slate Belt PA Chapter . So don't delay in getting your tickets....they're going fast! Tickets are non refundable. Doors open at 12.00 pm – Bingo starts at 1 pm. Please feel free to invite your friends too!!!! Vendors and exhibitors will be on site as well. Please note: This is an adult Bingo. If you are bringing a teen with you. They must have a ticket and be seated with you. Ok, just a few fun facts. You can buy additional bingo books for 15.00. Lets not forget about the Buy in Game. Game 16. You can buy into this game for 5.00 for a chance to win a great bag and who knows what else. Raffle tickets will be 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00. Lottery Apron tickets 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00. 50/50 tickets 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00.. . Who is ready for some fun October 14Lehigh Valley Collection Events
Northampton will be hosting the second HHW Collection at Northampton Community College on Saturday, October 14th, 3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem, 18020, event time is 8:30am-2pm. Please see the attached flyer for accepted material. October 17Bangor Public Library Fundraiser
The Bangor Public Library is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. The sale will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 9:00am-7:00pm Stop by the library to purchase your shopping pass. Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S Main St, Bangor, PA. October 28Bangor Class of 1967 Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Shawnee Inn Resort. Addresses are needed of the following classmates: Susan Dennis, Joseph Duvo, Linda Engler, William Fisher, Harvey Frable, Susan Horn, Kathryn Jewell, Stephen Lamson, Paul Meyers, Carol Sagan, Allison Smith, Roberta Stull, John Sullivan and Mortimer Wells III. Anyone with information can contact: Ken Brewer @ 484-515-3052. Jacobsburg Market Faire & Rendezvous Jacobsburg Market Faire & Rendezvous will be held October 27–29, 2017 and is open to the public Saturday 10 am – 4 pm Sunday 10 am – 3 pm. “Dancin’ with the Honeybees” program on Saturday and Sunday, October 28 & 29 at 1:00 pm for the public near the Children’s Activity tent. |
Donations For St. John's St. John's Cemetary on South Sixth Street in Bangor seeks donations for lawn maintenance services. Please send donations to: St. John's Cemetary, c/o Carol Hummel, 136 Messinger Street, Bangor, PA 18013. Slate Belt Senior CenterSlate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex 700 American Bangor Road Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
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Morning Stretch, Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:15 AM Walking Club, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 9:30 AM Crafts, Tuesdays, 9:00 AM Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 AM Card, Quoits, and Board Games, Tuesdays, 12:15-3:00 PM Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:30-11:00 AM Quoits, Thursday, August 10, 10:00 A.M. Nickle-Nickle, Thursday, August 10. 12:15 PM CENTER CLOSES AT 12:30, Friday, August 11 CENTER CLOSED, for Blue Valley Farm Show, August 14-18 Thursday, August 24, Brain Games, 10:00 AM CLR, Thursday, August 24, 12:15 PM DANCE, Gary Dee, August 25, 12:30 PM Say goodbye to summer, Ice cream bash Thursday, August 31, 12:15 PM COMING IN SEPTEMBER Arthritis Foundation exercise class with certified instructor Tuesday and Thursday, 12:15-1:00 PM The Senior Center is looking for a choir director Pen Argyl -August 2017
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