Bangor's Isaiah Jones (3) blocks a shot during the Slaters' 77-40 win over Palisades in the home-opener Saturday afternoon. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Pen Argyl held its annual music concert Saturday night at Wind Gap Middle School. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
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Columbia Fire Co. of Roseto held its annual breakfast with Santa Satuday morning. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography 
Justin Petersen practices free throws prior to the start of the Bangor Elks annual Hoop Shoot held Saturday afternoon at Washington Elementary School. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Winners
Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 is pleased to announce the winners of the 2017 Elks National Free Throw Local Level that was held on December 16, 2017 at the Washington Township Elementary School Gymnasium. The first place winners will compete at the Pennsylvania Elks Northeast District Free Throw Contest on February 3, 2018 at 1:00 PM at the Washington Township School in Bangor. The District Free throw contest will have participants from 14 sponsoring Elks Lodges throughout Northeast Pennsylvania.
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks have been sponsoring the National Hoop Shoot Free Throw program for more than 40 years. In 2017-18, the Elks National Foundation allocated $974,880 to fund the program.
Len Mooney will Open Mic Broadway Pub Tues Dec 19, Tuesday, December 19 at 7 PM at the Broadway Pub in Bangor, Pennsylvania.
Man Flu May be Real
U.S. News
Ladies, when he says he's sick, believe him: The "man flu" may actually be real. Dr. Kyle Sue, an assistant professor of family medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland in Canada conducted research to study if men were really worse off than women when they fall ill or if they're just exaggerating their minor ailment derided as a case of the "man flu." "It's a frequently heard stereotype," he told CNN. The concept of the man flu is so well known there's an entry about it in Oxford dictionary, where it's defined as "a cold or similar minor ailment as experienced by a man who is regarded as exaggerating the severity of the symptoms." "The concept of man flu, as commonly defined, is potentially unjust. Men may not be exaggerating symptoms but have weaker immune responses to viral respiratory viruses, leading to greater morbidity and mortality than seen in women," Sue says in his study. Sue's research, published in the BMJ medical journal, analyzed relevant studies related to respiratory diseases, the common cold, intensive care, the flu and viral infections. Symptoms between men and women were compared in each study. From his research, Sue concluded there was a gender "immunity gap." He found a man's immune system may be naturally weaker than a woman's, and with some illnesses, especially respiratory diseases, men are more susceptible to complications than women. This is because of hormonal differences in the genders. The masculine hormone testosterone suppresses the immune system, while the feminine hormone estradiol is immunoprotective. Sue stressed this is "certainly not definitive," and other scientists argue there is not enough evidence to conclude man flu exists. As a remedy to the "man flu," Sue suggests lots of rest. "There are benefits to energy conservation when ill. Lying on the couch, not getting out of bed, or receiving assistance with activities of daily living could also be evolutionarily behaviours that protect against predators," Sue (half) jokes in his study. A possible treatment for the man flu? A man cave. "Perhaps now is the time for male friendly spaces," Sue suggests, "equipped with enormous televisions and reclining chairs, to be set up where men can recover from the debilitating effects of man flu in safety and comfort." Christmas Eve Church Services
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Drawing Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
December 19 6:30-8:30pm
Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing.
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Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
Tax Credits Available to Help Farmers
Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania farmers who want to implement best management practices (BMPs) or purchase on-farm conservation equipment should apply for 2017-18 Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) program tax credits.
REAP is a Pennsylvania tax credit program for agricultural producers who install BMPs or make equipment purchases that reduce nutrient and sediment runoff, which improves Pennsylvania’s streams and watersheds. The program is administered by Pennsylvania’s State Conservation Commission, which provides support and oversight to the state's 66 county conservation districts.
“Ten years ago, we developed REAP in partnership with the General Assembly, as a new way to encourage and improve conservation efforts on Pennsylvania farms,” said Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding. “Since then, farmers have implemented more than 4,800 projects, with impressive results. Their efforts have kept nearly 12 million pounds of nitrogen, nearly 800,000 pounds of phosphorus, and more than 700,000 tons of sediment where they belong: in our fields, where they contribute to agricultural productivity, rather than threatening our waterways and the species that call them home.”
Farmers may receive tax credits of up to $150,000 per agricultural operation for 50 to 75 percent of the project’s cost. The most commonly approved projects are for no-till planting and precision ag equipment, waste storage facilities, Conservation Plans, Nutrient Management Plans, and protecting barnyards and other areas with animals. Cover crops and riparian stream buffers are also popular REAP-eligible practices. REAP can be used in conjunction with other funding sources, such as the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) or the Chesapeake Bay Program to help install BMPs.
REAP applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
“There’s still a lot of work ahead,” Redding said, noting that the agriculture industry is expected to make 75 percent of Pennsylvania’s total nutrient load reductions. REAP is an important mechanism to improve the viability of our farms and the health of our waterways – which benefits Pennsylvanians and everyone downstream.”
Private investors may act as project sponsors by providing capital in exchange for tax credits. Any individual or business subject to taxation through personal income tax, corporate net income tax, the bank shares tax or others is eligible to participate in REAP.
Since the program began in 2007, REAP has awarded tax credits to more than 4,800 projects totaling more than $68 million. Public and private investments in REAP have contributed to the conservation projects, worth more than $165 million.
The 2017-18 REAP application packet, as well as other information about REAP, is available on the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s website or by contacting Joel Semke at 717-705-4032 or jsemke@pa.gov. For more information about the Chesapeake Bay strategy, visit the department’s website.
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
December 19 6:30-8:30pm
Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
Tax Credits Available to Help Farmers
Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania farmers who want to implement best management practices (BMPs) or purchase on-farm conservation equipment should apply for 2017-18 Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) program tax credits.
REAP is a Pennsylvania tax credit program for agricultural producers who install BMPs or make equipment purchases that reduce nutrient and sediment runoff, which improves Pennsylvania’s streams and watersheds. The program is administered by Pennsylvania’s State Conservation Commission, which provides support and oversight to the state's 66 county conservation districts.
“Ten years ago, we developed REAP in partnership with the General Assembly, as a new way to encourage and improve conservation efforts on Pennsylvania farms,” said Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding. “Since then, farmers have implemented more than 4,800 projects, with impressive results. Their efforts have kept nearly 12 million pounds of nitrogen, nearly 800,000 pounds of phosphorus, and more than 700,000 tons of sediment where they belong: in our fields, where they contribute to agricultural productivity, rather than threatening our waterways and the species that call them home.”
Farmers may receive tax credits of up to $150,000 per agricultural operation for 50 to 75 percent of the project’s cost. The most commonly approved projects are for no-till planting and precision ag equipment, waste storage facilities, Conservation Plans, Nutrient Management Plans, and protecting barnyards and other areas with animals. Cover crops and riparian stream buffers are also popular REAP-eligible practices. REAP can be used in conjunction with other funding sources, such as the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) or the Chesapeake Bay Program to help install BMPs.
REAP applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
“There’s still a lot of work ahead,” Redding said, noting that the agriculture industry is expected to make 75 percent of Pennsylvania’s total nutrient load reductions. REAP is an important mechanism to improve the viability of our farms and the health of our waterways – which benefits Pennsylvanians and everyone downstream.”
Private investors may act as project sponsors by providing capital in exchange for tax credits. Any individual or business subject to taxation through personal income tax, corporate net income tax, the bank shares tax or others is eligible to participate in REAP.
Since the program began in 2007, REAP has awarded tax credits to more than 4,800 projects totaling more than $68 million. Public and private investments in REAP have contributed to the conservation projects, worth more than $165 million.
The 2017-18 REAP application packet, as well as other information about REAP, is available on the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s website or by contacting Joel Semke at 717-705-4032 or jsemke@pa.gov. For more information about the Chesapeake Bay strategy, visit the department’s website.
December 18 Regular Events
Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. Progressive Jackpot. 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
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
Write Night - Collaborative writer's group. Nazareth Center for the Arts, 7-9pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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
Write Night - Collaborative writer's group. Nazareth Center for the Arts, 7-9pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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 sbtopics@rcn.com.
CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDAR
Attention Veterans
In 2018, Dominick Nati, an Army Air Corp pilot who has flown missions out of Fort Indiantown Gap, will be visiting Rep. Joe Emrick's Nazareth district office the first Monday of every month to discuss veterans’ issues with the men and women who serve or have served our country.
Since my district offices will be closed the first Monday in January (New Year’s Day), Dominick will be stopping by the Nazareth office on Friday, Jan. 5 from 10 am to 2 pm. If you wish to meet with him, please call (570) 897-0401 or (610) 746-5090 to schedule an appointment.
My Nazareth office is located in the borough office building at 134 S. Main St.
In 2018, Dominick Nati, an Army Air Corp pilot who has flown missions out of Fort Indiantown Gap, will be visiting Rep. Joe Emrick's Nazareth district office the first Monday of every month to discuss veterans’ issues with the men and women who serve or have served our country.
Since my district offices will be closed the first Monday in January (New Year’s Day), Dominick will be stopping by the Nazareth office on Friday, Jan. 5 from 10 am to 2 pm. If you wish to meet with him, please call (570) 897-0401 or (610) 746-5090 to schedule an appointment.
My Nazareth office is located in the borough office building at 134 S. Main St.
Entertainment This Week
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December 18
Sarah Street Grill-Mon. Night Football 8:30 pm December 19 Sarah Street Grill - Christian Porter 9:30 pm |
December 20
Bangor Trust Brewing - Open Mic Night 10pm Sarah Street Grill - Open Mic Night 9:15 pm December 21 Deer Head Inn - Jazz Jam with Bill Washer & Friends 8:00pm Sarah Street Grill - Thursday Night Football 8:30 pm |
A Clean Slate offers New Programs
The arrival of the New Year is often accompanied by New resolve, New direction, New plans and sometimes a New lease on life. A Clean Slate, the Slate Belt’s Addiction Recovery Center, looks to the New Year as a time to offer New Opportunity! Two programs will begin in January that interface the arts with life skills, introspection and personal development.
Beginning January 10th, A Clean Slate will once again partner with Bloom Creative Studios to offer a six week Life Coaching and Art Journaling series. The series has been extremely well received and spaces will fill up. The sessions are designed to help individuals move beyond the challenges that keep them stuck, and chart a course toward reaching their dreams. Classes will be held from 10am – 12:30pm and from 6 – 8:30pm
Additionally, on January 18th, A Clean Slate will launch a brand new Creative Drama Workshop series offering participants to creatively approach the New Year with an opportunity for reflection, exploration and gratitude. The series will run 4 weeks and will begin on Thursday 01/18/2018 from 7pm. – 9pm. The workshops will explore the themes, motifs and symbols of the play “A Wrinkle In Time” by Madeleine L’Engle. No acting experience necessary, just a willingness to jump in and have fun. Sign-ups will be taken up until January 8th.
All of these classes are free, open to the public (16 years or older). For more information or to reserve your space in either of these offerings, contact info@acleanslatebangor.org or call (610)452-9348
The arrival of the New Year is often accompanied by New resolve, New direction, New plans and sometimes a New lease on life. A Clean Slate, the Slate Belt’s Addiction Recovery Center, looks to the New Year as a time to offer New Opportunity! Two programs will begin in January that interface the arts with life skills, introspection and personal development.
Beginning January 10th, A Clean Slate will once again partner with Bloom Creative Studios to offer a six week Life Coaching and Art Journaling series. The series has been extremely well received and spaces will fill up. The sessions are designed to help individuals move beyond the challenges that keep them stuck, and chart a course toward reaching their dreams. Classes will be held from 10am – 12:30pm and from 6 – 8:30pm
Additionally, on January 18th, A Clean Slate will launch a brand new Creative Drama Workshop series offering participants to creatively approach the New Year with an opportunity for reflection, exploration and gratitude. The series will run 4 weeks and will begin on Thursday 01/18/2018 from 7pm. – 9pm. The workshops will explore the themes, motifs and symbols of the play “A Wrinkle In Time” by Madeleine L’Engle. No acting experience necessary, just a willingness to jump in and have fun. Sign-ups will be taken up until January 8th.
All of these classes are free, open to the public (16 years or older). For more information or to reserve your space in either of these offerings, contact info@acleanslatebangor.org or call (610)452-9348
THIS DAY IN HISTORY - December 18
Mayflower docks at Plymouth Harbor 1620
On December 18, 1620, the British ship Mayflower docked at modern-day Plymouth, Massachusetts, and its passengers prepared to begin their new settlement, Plymouth Colony.
The famous Mayflower story began in 1606, when a group of reform-minded Puritans in Nottinghamshire, England, founded their own church, separate from the state-sanctioned Church of England. Accused of treason, they were forced to leave the country and settle in the more tolerant Netherlands. After 12 years of struggling to adapt and make a decent living, the group sought financial backing from some London merchants to set up a colony in America. On September 6, 1620, 102 passengers–dubbed Pilgrims by William Bradford, a passenger who would become the first governor of Plymouth Colony–crowded on the Mayflower to begin the long, hard journey to a new life in the New World.
On November 11, 1620, the Mayflower anchored at what is now Provincetown Harbor, Cape Cod. Before going ashore, 41 male passengers–heads of families, single men and three male servants–signed the famous Mayflower Compact, agreeing to submit to a government chosen by common consent and to obey all laws made for the good of the colony. Over the next month, several small scouting groups were sent ashore to collect firewood and scout out a good place to build a settlement. Around December 10, one of these groups found a harbor they liked on the western side of Cape Cod Bay. They returned to the Mayflower to tell the other passengers, but bad weather prevented them from docking until December 18. After exploring the region, the settlers chose a cleared area previously occupied by members of a local Native American tribe, the Wampanoag. The tribe had abandoned the village several years earlier, after an outbreak of European disease. That winter of 1620-1621 was brutal, as the Pilgrims struggled to build their settlement, find food and ward off sickness. By spring, 50 of the original 102 Mayflower passengers were dead. The remaining settlers made contact with returning members of the Wampanoag tribe and in March they signed a peace treaty with a tribal chief, Massasoit. Aided by the Wampanoag, especially the English-speaking Squanto, the Pilgrims were able to plant crops–especially corn and beans–that were vital to their survival. The Mayflower and its crew left Plymouth to return to England on April 5, 1621.
The famous Mayflower story began in 1606, when a group of reform-minded Puritans in Nottinghamshire, England, founded their own church, separate from the state-sanctioned Church of England. Accused of treason, they were forced to leave the country and settle in the more tolerant Netherlands. After 12 years of struggling to adapt and make a decent living, the group sought financial backing from some London merchants to set up a colony in America. On September 6, 1620, 102 passengers–dubbed Pilgrims by William Bradford, a passenger who would become the first governor of Plymouth Colony–crowded on the Mayflower to begin the long, hard journey to a new life in the New World.
On November 11, 1620, the Mayflower anchored at what is now Provincetown Harbor, Cape Cod. Before going ashore, 41 male passengers–heads of families, single men and three male servants–signed the famous Mayflower Compact, agreeing to submit to a government chosen by common consent and to obey all laws made for the good of the colony. Over the next month, several small scouting groups were sent ashore to collect firewood and scout out a good place to build a settlement. Around December 10, one of these groups found a harbor they liked on the western side of Cape Cod Bay. They returned to the Mayflower to tell the other passengers, but bad weather prevented them from docking until December 18. After exploring the region, the settlers chose a cleared area previously occupied by members of a local Native American tribe, the Wampanoag. The tribe had abandoned the village several years earlier, after an outbreak of European disease. That winter of 1620-1621 was brutal, as the Pilgrims struggled to build their settlement, find food and ward off sickness. By spring, 50 of the original 102 Mayflower passengers were dead. The remaining settlers made contact with returning members of the Wampanoag tribe and in March they signed a peace treaty with a tribal chief, Massasoit. Aided by the Wampanoag, especially the English-speaking Squanto, the Pilgrims were able to plant crops–especially corn and beans–that were vital to their survival. The Mayflower and its crew left Plymouth to return to England on April 5, 1621.
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Donations for Animal Shelter
The Slate Belt Animal Advocacy group is raising money for a desperately needed animal shelter. Click the logo above to go to the donor page on Facebook.
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Gift of Life Organ Donor Awareness
Bangor Woman Organizes Promo Night
Lisa Rigione of Bangor is a donor Mom. Her son Mike DeBiase was an organ donor and saved six lives when he passed away from a brain bleed in February, 2015. He was 23. Twenty Two people die everyday waiting for a transplant.
Lisa helped organize a Gift of Life Organ Donor Awareness Night to bring awareness to the importance of organ donation. She also volunteers and speaks for the Gift of Life. She was lucky enough to partner with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms Hockey team for a night of awareness which will be held 7:05pm Saturday, February 17 at the PPL center in Allentown.
The Gift of Life will be the Phantoms' Non-profit of the night. Tickets are $20.00 (lower level). Go to www.pplcenter.com then to Events and tickets tab, find promotions and type "GIFTOFLIFE" Promo code:GIFTOFLIFE, additonal fees may apply.
Lisa helped organize a Gift of Life Organ Donor Awareness Night to bring awareness to the importance of organ donation. She also volunteers and speaks for the Gift of Life. She was lucky enough to partner with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms Hockey team for a night of awareness which will be held 7:05pm Saturday, February 17 at the PPL center in Allentown.
The Gift of Life will be the Phantoms' Non-profit of the night. Tickets are $20.00 (lower level). Go to www.pplcenter.com then to Events and tickets tab, find promotions and type "GIFTOFLIFE" Promo code:GIFTOFLIFE, additonal fees may apply.
Toys for Tots Drop Off Locations
First United Methodist Church, 55 N. 3rd St., Bangor and their Thrift Store at 38 Broadway, Bangor have been designated drop off locations for Toys for Tots. The are currently accepting donations through December. Toys must be unwrapped and new.
First United Methodist Church, 55 N. 3rd St., Bangor and their Thrift Store at 38 Broadway, Bangor have been designated drop off locations for Toys for Tots. The are currently accepting donations through December. Toys must be unwrapped and new.
BASD Wellness Walking Programs
The Bangor Area School District Wellness Committee wants to extend an invitation to the families in our school community to participate in the following healthy activities throughout the school year. These are programs that the faculty eagerly awaits and competes in each year.
Project Zero: November 20-January 2, 2018: The goal of this program is to maintain your weight throughout the holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. Eat in moderation and exercise to break even!
10,000 Steps: April 2, 2018- May 2, 2018: This is not a team walk rather it is an individual walking program where you find the average of your daily steps and set a personal goal to increase the steps each day. Strive to achieve 10,000 steps a day! To find the average; record your steps for any 3 days and divide the total by 3 and that will give you an average of steps walked per day)
Here you can find a way to compete among family members, friend groups, or with neighbors. Be creative in the rewards or prizes!
Look for more information on the Bangor Area School District web page under the wellness link or email them at wellness@bangorsd.org
The Bangor Area School District Wellness Committee wants to extend an invitation to the families in our school community to participate in the following healthy activities throughout the school year. These are programs that the faculty eagerly awaits and competes in each year.
Project Zero: November 20-January 2, 2018: The goal of this program is to maintain your weight throughout the holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. Eat in moderation and exercise to break even!
10,000 Steps: April 2, 2018- May 2, 2018: This is not a team walk rather it is an individual walking program where you find the average of your daily steps and set a personal goal to increase the steps each day. Strive to achieve 10,000 steps a day! To find the average; record your steps for any 3 days and divide the total by 3 and that will give you an average of steps walked per day)
Here you can find a way to compete among family members, friend groups, or with neighbors. Be creative in the rewards or prizes!
Look for more information on the Bangor Area School District web page under the wellness link or email them at wellness@bangorsd.org
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
Heritage Center Calendar of Events
Slate Belt Heritage Center Calendar of Events for 2017
- Sunday, January 14, 2 PM- TBA
- Sunday, February 11, 2 PM- TBA
- Sunday, March 11, 2 PM- “The Life of Blaine Reimel” – James Paynter relates the life of the Slate Belt’s first fatality in World War II.
- Thursday, April 12th, 7 PM – TBA
- Thursday, May 10, 7 PM – “Memories of the Slate Belt” presented by former Bangor resident and graduate of the class of 1964, David Blau.
- Thursday, June 21, 7 PM – “Annual Preservation Awards”.
- Thursday, July 12, 7 PM – “Restoration of the Slate Hoists” – Mike Piersa will conduct an outdoor presentation of the manufacturing and operation of the restored Flory slate hoists which now reside in Bethel Park.
- Thursday, August, 9, 7 PM- TBA
- Thursday, September 13, 7 PM- TBA
- Thursday, October 11, 7 PM- “Haunted Heritage Program”.
- Thursday, November 8, 7 PM- “World War I Veterans”- presented by William Casamassima.
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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/
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/
Letters To The Homefront Book Orders
Letters to Homefront: “A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers” is now in its second printing stage.
The Slate Belt Heritage Center is now receiving orders for the books. Those interested in making a purchase can send a check for $40.00 to the Center @ 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA w/Att: Homefront Book. Distribution will be on Saturday, December 2nd from 9 -Noon. (just in time for Christmas presents). For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661
Letters to Homefront: “A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers” is now in its second printing stage.
The Slate Belt Heritage Center is now receiving orders for the books. Those interested in making a purchase can send a check for $40.00 to the Center @ 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA w/Att: Homefront Book. Distribution will be on Saturday, December 2nd from 9 -Noon. (just in time for Christmas presents). For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661
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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
Going out of Town? Going out of town? Let SBRPD know that your house will be vacant and we'll do frequent drive-bys to ensure that you home is watched. Follow the link below, hover over the "Contact Us" tab and fill out a vacation /Residence Check Request. Officers will swing by your house and check it out for you. Safe travels...
http://slatebeltpd.com/ Prescription Drug
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Musical Instrument Collection Drive The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor’s elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. They will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child’s life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let’s keep the music coming!
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December 19
Drawing Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
6:30-8:30pm
Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
6:30-8:30pm
Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
December 20
Wednesday Evening Painting Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
“Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go)
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting.
Tuition: $10.00
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
“Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go)
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting.
Tuition: $10.00
December 21
BHS Band Winter Concert
Bangor Area High School bands will winter concert will be held on Thursday December 21 at 7:30pm in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School. The Concert and Symphonic Bands will each present their own portion of the concert. At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Please join us on December15 to share in the holiday joy!
For more information visit: bahsbands.weebly.com
Bangor Area High School bands will winter concert will be held on Thursday December 21 at 7:30pm in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School. The Concert and Symphonic Bands will each present their own portion of the concert. At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Please join us on December15 to share in the holiday joy!
For more information visit: bahsbands.weebly.com
Oil Painting Class
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition, light and shadow, color, preparation of materials and the application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
Winter Solstice Celebration
There will be a Winter Solstice Sunrise Observance at Columcille on Thursday, December 21st at 7:00 a.m. (someone will be there by 6:45 am).
Gather on Signal Hill to welcome back the light. Join us for this special event to honor the return of the sun with this wonderful community.
Everyone at Columcille looks forward to seeing you there.
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition, light and shadow, color, preparation of materials and the application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
Winter Solstice Celebration
There will be a Winter Solstice Sunrise Observance at Columcille on Thursday, December 21st at 7:00 a.m. (someone will be there by 6:45 am).
Gather on Signal Hill to welcome back the light. Join us for this special event to honor the return of the sun with this wonderful community.
Everyone at Columcille looks forward to seeing you there.
December 22
PAHS to Hold "Senior Day"
The Class of 2020 at Pen Argyl Area High School will hold a "Senior Day" on Friday, December 22, 2017 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Doors will open at 8:15.
Enjoy listening to the sounds of the chorus and jazz band. We will be serving a continental breakfast and lunch will be provided for all attendees. Other activities include quoits, tours of the building, technology lessons, and Bingo! This event is open to all senior citizens of the
Pen Argyl Area School District.
Space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as possible. All reservations must be made no later than December 15 by calling 610-863-1293 Ext. 1.
The Class of 2020 at Pen Argyl Area High School will hold a "Senior Day" on Friday, December 22, 2017 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Doors will open at 8:15.
Enjoy listening to the sounds of the chorus and jazz band. We will be serving a continental breakfast and lunch will be provided for all attendees. Other activities include quoits, tours of the building, technology lessons, and Bingo! This event is open to all senior citizens of the
Pen Argyl Area School District.
Space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as possible. All reservations must be made no later than December 15 by calling 610-863-1293 Ext. 1.
December 24
Christmas Cantata
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will present a Christmas Cantata, "Let There Be Christmas" (by Joseph Martin) at the 9:15 a.m.worship service on Sunday, December 24th. At 7:00 p.m. there will be a traditional service of Carols and Candlelighting. Please join us for this Christmas Eve day of songs of praise. 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.
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will present a Christmas Cantata, "Let There Be Christmas" (by Joseph Martin) at the 9:15 a.m.worship service on Sunday, December 24th. At 7:00 p.m. there will be a traditional service of Carols and Candlelighting. Please join us for this Christmas Eve day of songs of praise. 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.
December 26
Drawing Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
6:30-8:30pm
Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
6:30-8:30pm
Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
December 27
Wednesday Evening Painting Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
“Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go)
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting.
Tuition: $10.00
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
“Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go)
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting.
Tuition: $10.00
December 28
Oil Painting Class
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition, light and shadow, color, preparation of materials and the application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition, light and shadow, color, preparation of materials and the application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
December 30
Basketball Clinic
The Pen Argyl Lady Knights will be hosting a basketball clinic on Dec 30 at Wind Gap Middle School- 9-11AM- open to all girls and boys grades 3-6. Cost will be $15. Hope to see you there! #TraditionStartsNow
The Pen Argyl Lady Knights will be hosting a basketball clinic on Dec 30 at Wind Gap Middle School- 9-11AM- open to all girls and boys grades 3-6. Cost will be $15. Hope to see you there! #TraditionStartsNow
January 1
First Day Hikes!
Monday, January 1, 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Get out and get hiking at Jacobsburg on the first day of 2018! Join center educator Lauren Forster for a two-mile interpretive hike on moderate terrain. We will explore the old growth forest of Henrys Woods and wildlife along the Homestead Trail. You may choose from one of two hikes starting at 10:00 AM or 1:00 PM. Meet at the flag pole in front of the visitor center at 400 Belfast Road. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, a water bottle, and wear layers. Registration is required.
Monday, January 1, 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Get out and get hiking at Jacobsburg on the first day of 2018! Join center educator Lauren Forster for a two-mile interpretive hike on moderate terrain. We will explore the old growth forest of Henrys Woods and wildlife along the Homestead Trail. You may choose from one of two hikes starting at 10:00 AM or 1:00 PM. Meet at the flag pole in front of the visitor center at 400 Belfast Road. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, a water bottle, and wear layers. Registration is required.
January 3
Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Meeting
The Slate Belt Advocacy Group mothly meeting will be held Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 7 to 8 pm. They will meet at Second Ward Fire Company, 517 S. Northampton St., Bangor.
The Slate Belt Advocacy Group mothly meeting will be held Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 7 to 8 pm. They will meet at Second Ward Fire Company, 517 S. Northampton St., Bangor.
January 5
Attention Veterans
In 2018, Dominick Nati, an Army Air Corp pilot who has flown missions out of Fort Indiantown Gap, will be visiting Rep. Joe Emrick's Nazareth district office the first Monday of every month to discuss veterans’ issues with the men and women who serve or have served our country.
Since my district offices will be closed the first Monday in January (New Year’s Day), Dominick will be stopping by the Nazareth office on Friday, Jan. 5 from 10 am to 2 pm. If you wish to meet with him, please call (570) 897-0401 or (610) 746-5090 to schedule an appointment.
My Nazareth office is located in the borough office building at 134 S. Main St.
In 2018, Dominick Nati, an Army Air Corp pilot who has flown missions out of Fort Indiantown Gap, will be visiting Rep. Joe Emrick's Nazareth district office the first Monday of every month to discuss veterans’ issues with the men and women who serve or have served our country.
Since my district offices will be closed the first Monday in January (New Year’s Day), Dominick will be stopping by the Nazareth office on Friday, Jan. 5 from 10 am to 2 pm. If you wish to meet with him, please call (570) 897-0401 or (610) 746-5090 to schedule an appointment.
My Nazareth office is located in the borough office building at 134 S. Main St.
January 8
Free RN/LPN Reactivation/Review Info Sessions at NCC
Free information sessions will be held at Northampton Community College for nursing professionals with an inactive or international license who would like to re-enter the workforce. Programs will ensure those interested in returning to practice will have everything they require to begin the classes in January 2018. For more information and to register for a session, please visit www.northampton.edu/HealthcareCourses. For questions, please call 610-332-6585.
Tuesday, December 5, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 7, at the Monroe Campus in Tannersville, Room 011 Kapp Hall, 6 p.m.
Monday, January 8, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 7 p.m.
Free information sessions will be held at Northampton Community College for nursing professionals with an inactive or international license who would like to re-enter the workforce. Programs will ensure those interested in returning to practice will have everything they require to begin the classes in January 2018. For more information and to register for a session, please visit www.northampton.edu/HealthcareCourses. For questions, please call 610-332-6585.
Tuesday, December 5, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 7, at the Monroe Campus in Tannersville, Room 011 Kapp Hall, 6 p.m.
Monday, January 8, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 7 p.m.
January 10
Life Coaching & Art Journaling Series
The arrival of the New Year is often accompanied by New resolve, New direction, New plans and sometimes a New lease on life. A Clean Slate, the Slate Belt’s Addiction Recovery Center, looks to the New Year as a time to offer New Opportunity! Two programs will begin in January that interface the arts with life skills, introspection and personal development.
Beginning January 10th, A Clean Slate will once again partner with Bloom Creative Studios to offer a six week Life Coaching and Art Journaling series. The series has been extremely well received and spaces will fill up. The sessions are designed to help individuals move beyond the challenges that keep them stuck, and chart a course toward reaching their dreams. Classes will be held from 10am – 12:30pm and from 6 – 8:30pm
The arrival of the New Year is often accompanied by New resolve, New direction, New plans and sometimes a New lease on life. A Clean Slate, the Slate Belt’s Addiction Recovery Center, looks to the New Year as a time to offer New Opportunity! Two programs will begin in January that interface the arts with life skills, introspection and personal development.
Beginning January 10th, A Clean Slate will once again partner with Bloom Creative Studios to offer a six week Life Coaching and Art Journaling series. The series has been extremely well received and spaces will fill up. The sessions are designed to help individuals move beyond the challenges that keep them stuck, and chart a course toward reaching their dreams. Classes will be held from 10am – 12:30pm and from 6 – 8:30pm
January 13
Winter Bird Walk
Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 12 PM - 2 PM
Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072.
Join us as we will walk the Education Center property and the roads throughout the landfill (after hours!) to view beautiful winter birds. Last year, we spotted the Icelandic Gull! We will meet at the Education Center at 12pm and walk from there. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars or cameras. Any change in plans for the event will be noted on here. Jacobsburg State Park will be partnering with us! Our friend Rick Wiltraut will be leading the way! For questions, please contact WM's Adrienne Fors, afors1@wm.com
Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 12 PM - 2 PM
Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072.
Join us as we will walk the Education Center property and the roads throughout the landfill (after hours!) to view beautiful winter birds. Last year, we spotted the Icelandic Gull! We will meet at the Education Center at 12pm and walk from there. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars or cameras. Any change in plans for the event will be noted on here. Jacobsburg State Park will be partnering with us! Our friend Rick Wiltraut will be leading the way! For questions, please contact WM's Adrienne Fors, afors1@wm.com
January 18
Creative Drama Workshop
On January 18th, A Clean Slate will launch a brand new Creative Drama Workshop series offering participants to creatively approach the New Year with an opportunity for reflection, exploration and gratitude. The series will run 4 weeks and will begin on Thursday 01/18/2018 from 7pm. – 9pm. The workshops will explore the themes, motifs and symbols of the play “A Wrinkle In Time” by Madeleine L’Engle. No acting experience necessary, just a willingness to jump in and have fun. Sign-ups will be taken up until January 8th.
All of these classes are free, open to the public (16 years or older). For more information or to reserve your space in either of these offerings, contact info@acleanslatebangor.org or call (610)452-9348
On January 18th, A Clean Slate will launch a brand new Creative Drama Workshop series offering participants to creatively approach the New Year with an opportunity for reflection, exploration and gratitude. The series will run 4 weeks and will begin on Thursday 01/18/2018 from 7pm. – 9pm. The workshops will explore the themes, motifs and symbols of the play “A Wrinkle In Time” by Madeleine L’Engle. No acting experience necessary, just a willingness to jump in and have fun. Sign-ups will be taken up until January 8th.
All of these classes are free, open to the public (16 years or older). For more information or to reserve your space in either of these offerings, contact info@acleanslatebangor.org or call (610)452-9348
January 19
Family Film Night
Friday, January 19, 6:30-8:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Bring your family for a craft and movie night! This month we’ll be screening “Beavers”, a movie that follows the life of a beaver family as they construct a new home for themselves. Craft time starts at 6:30 PM and the movie starts promptly at 7:00 PM. Registration is required.
Friday, January 19, 6:30-8:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Bring your family for a craft and movie night! This month we’ll be screening “Beavers”, a movie that follows the life of a beaver family as they construct a new home for themselves. Craft time starts at 6:30 PM and the movie starts promptly at 7:00 PM. Registration is required.
January 20
PA Trappers Fur Auction
On January 20th, 2018, the Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083),. Doors open at 8am, and auction starts at 9am. Pennsylvania Trappers Association membership and furtaker's license required. For more information, contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.
History of Snowshoeing
Saturday, January 20, 10:00-11:30 AM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Learn how to snowshoe while learning the history of these helpful winter tools. If we don’t get any snow, we’ll focus on using trekking poles and hike in our boots. The hike will be about two miles, bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required.
Outdoor Preparedness for Scouts
Saturday, January 20, 1:00-2:30 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Scouts will learn how to prepare for being outdoors in winter as well as how to use snowshoes. We’ll go for a hike in snowshoes, stopping along the way to talk about outdoor scenarios and how to prepare for them. If we don’t get any snow, we’ll hike in our boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your weight range when registering; this is to determine what size snowshoe you will need.
Eagle Watch
Saturday, January 27, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Join center educator Rick Wiltraut for this trip into the scenic Delaware River National Recreation Area in search of wintering Bald Eagles. Other possibilities include the rare Golden Eagle, Common Goldeneyes, Pileated Woodpeckers and many other winter bird species. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable water-proof shoes and bring binoculars and lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required.
You can also 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 at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
On January 20th, 2018, the Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083),. Doors open at 8am, and auction starts at 9am. Pennsylvania Trappers Association membership and furtaker's license required. For more information, contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.
History of Snowshoeing
Saturday, January 20, 10:00-11:30 AM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Learn how to snowshoe while learning the history of these helpful winter tools. If we don’t get any snow, we’ll focus on using trekking poles and hike in our boots. The hike will be about two miles, bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required.
Outdoor Preparedness for Scouts
Saturday, January 20, 1:00-2:30 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Scouts will learn how to prepare for being outdoors in winter as well as how to use snowshoes. We’ll go for a hike in snowshoes, stopping along the way to talk about outdoor scenarios and how to prepare for them. If we don’t get any snow, we’ll hike in our boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your weight range when registering; this is to determine what size snowshoe you will need.
Eagle Watch
Saturday, January 27, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Join center educator Rick Wiltraut for this trip into the scenic Delaware River National Recreation Area in search of wintering Bald Eagles. Other possibilities include the rare Golden Eagle, Common Goldeneyes, Pileated Woodpeckers and many other winter bird species. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable water-proof shoes and bring binoculars and lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required.
You can also 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 at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
January 27
Irish Tin Whistle Workshop
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania - Celtic Cultural Alliance announces an Irish Tin Whistle workshop on January 27, 2018, as part of its continuing mission to promote and preserve the Celtic culture through arts, music, literature, dance, and history programs.
Our Irish whistle workshop with instructor Chris Finnegan, will teach the basics of how to play traditional tunes on a D tin whistle to students over age 14. Students will learn the basic fingering and how to get a good sound from the instrument. Simple music will also be introduced. Students should bring their own whistle, and Walton's is the recommended brand. It can be purchased from Donegal Square, 532 Main St., Bethlehem.
Chris Finnegan is an Uilleann Piper and Whistle player from Old Bridge, New Jersey. He has performed extensively in the United States and Ireland and holds the distinction of being the Piper to the Regimental Headquarters Staff of the “Fighting 69th” (1st Battalion, 69th Infantry, New York Army National Guard). In addition to the Uilleann Pipes, Chris also plays the Double Bass, Guitar, and Great Highland Bagpipes. Chris performs regularly as a solo musician, in duos and with the Irish Music groups Blackwater and Ballycastle.
The class will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Life in Christ, 51 E. Hillmond St., Bethlehem. The cost is $30, and information and registration can be found at http://www.celticfest.org/irish_tin_whistle_workshop.
For more information on the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org.
Eagle Watch
Saturday, January 27, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Join center educator Rick Wiltraut for this trip into the scenic Delaware River National Recreation Area in search of wintering Bald Eagles. Other possibilities include the rare Golden Eagle, Common Goldeneyes, Pileated Woodpeckers and many other winter bird species. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable water-proof shoes and bring binoculars and lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required.
Irish Tin Whistle Workshop
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania - Celtic Cultural Alliance announces an Irish Tin Whistle workshop on January 27, 2018, as part of its continuing mission to promote and preserve the Celtic culture through arts, music, literature, dance, and history programs.
Our Irish whistle workshop with instructor Chris Finnegan, will teach the basics of how to play traditional tunes on a D tin whistle to students over age 14. Students will learn the basic fingering and how to get a good sound from the instrument. Simple music will also be introduced. Students should bring their own whistle, and Walton's is the recommended brand. It can be purchased from Donegal Square, 532 Main St., Bethlehem.
Chris Finnegan is an Uilleann Piper and Whistle player from Old Bridge, New Jersey. He has performed extensively in the United States and Ireland and holds the distinction of being the Piper to the Regimental Headquarters Staff of the “Fighting 69th” (1st Battalion, 69th Infantry, New York Army National Guard). In addition to the Uilleann Pipes, Chris also plays the Double Bass, Guitar, and Great Highland Bagpipes. Chris performs regularly as a solo musician, in duos and with the Irish Music groups Blackwater and Ballycastle.
The class will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Life in Christ, 51 E. Hillmond St., Bethlehem. The cost is $30, and information and registration can be found at http://www.celticfest.org/irish_tin_whistle_workshop.
For more information on the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org.
Eagle Watch
Saturday, January 27, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Join center educator Rick Wiltraut for this trip into the scenic Delaware River National Recreation Area in search of wintering Bald Eagles. Other possibilities include the rare Golden Eagle, Common Goldeneyes, Pileated Woodpeckers and many other winter bird species. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable water-proof shoes and bring binoculars and lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required.
Slate Belt Senior Center
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
- Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
- For Meal Reservations please call by 10:00 one day before the meal. Cancellations must be done as soon as possible. Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.
- Pool Tables available every morning and most afternoons TV, Library, computers, puzzles.
- Quoits can be played anytime nothing is scheduled for floor space
DECEMBER
- Thursday, December 14th 12:15 PM
- Baseball, Friday, December 15th, 10:00 AM, Christmas Bingo
- Deja the Therapy Dog, Tuesday, December 19th, 10:00 AM
- Christmas Games, Build a snowman, Thursday, December 21, 10:00 AM
- CHRISTMAS PARTY(Pre-registration required) MUSIC WITH BILL REESE
- CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY, DECEMBER 25
- Left over Cookie and Fruitcake Day (bring all you want to get rid of) Officers Council Meeting, Thursday, December 28, 9:00 AM
- Events Meeting, Thursday, December 28th, 1:00 PM
- NEW YEAR'S MEAL, Friday, December 29
- Fruitcake Day (bring all you want to get rid of)
- Officers Council Meeting, Thursday, December 28, 9:00 AM
JANUARY 2018
Porker, Mon-Friday, 9:30-11:00 AM
Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 AM
Arthritis Class, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 23,30
and Thursday, Jan. 11, 18, , 12:15 PM.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 9:00-11:00 AM
Exercise, Wednesdays 10:00 AM
Afternoon with the Arts, Thursdays, 12:15 PM
Win Bowling League, Thursdays, 9:30 AM
2 Massage, Thursdays, Jan 4, 18, 12:15 PM
Pool Tables available every morning and Tuesdays, Thursdays and Friday afternoons
Library, Computers, TV, Puzzles & Cards daily
Hours: 8:00 PM-3:30 PM
For Meal Reservations call 610-588-1224 by 10:00 AM one day prior. Cancellations as soon as possible. Lunch at 11:30
January Events
CLOSED MONDAY JANUARY 1-HAPPY NEW YEAR
Hot Chocolate in the morning, Tuesday, January 2
Bean Bags and Quoits, Friday, January 5, 10:00 AM
AARP Meeting, Monday, January 8, 1:30 PM
Sundae's on Friday, Friday, January 12, 12:15 PM
CLOSED, MONDAY, JANUARY 15, MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
Baseball and Popcorn Day, Friday, January 19, 10:00 AM
Council Meeting, Thursday, January 25, 9:00 AM
Winter Blues Bingo, Friday, January, 26, 9:30 AM
ENTERTAINER, DEBI WAHI Friday, January 26, 12:15 PM
Porker, Mon-Friday, 9:30-11:00 AM
Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 AM
Arthritis Class, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 23,30
and Thursday, Jan. 11, 18, , 12:15 PM.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 9:00-11:00 AM
Exercise, Wednesdays 10:00 AM
Afternoon with the Arts, Thursdays, 12:15 PM
Win Bowling League, Thursdays, 9:30 AM
2 Massage, Thursdays, Jan 4, 18, 12:15 PM
Pool Tables available every morning and Tuesdays, Thursdays and Friday afternoons
Library, Computers, TV, Puzzles & Cards daily
Hours: 8:00 PM-3:30 PM
For Meal Reservations call 610-588-1224 by 10:00 AM one day prior. Cancellations as soon as possible. Lunch at 11:30
January Events
CLOSED MONDAY JANUARY 1-HAPPY NEW YEAR
Hot Chocolate in the morning, Tuesday, January 2
Bean Bags and Quoits, Friday, January 5, 10:00 AM
AARP Meeting, Monday, January 8, 1:30 PM
Sundae's on Friday, Friday, January 12, 12:15 PM
CLOSED, MONDAY, JANUARY 15, MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
Baseball and Popcorn Day, Friday, January 19, 10:00 AM
Council Meeting, Thursday, January 25, 9:00 AM
Winter Blues Bingo, Friday, January, 26, 9:30 AM
ENTERTAINER, DEBI WAHI Friday, January 26, 12:15 PM
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Bangor Library New Books
December 14
December 14
Adult Fiction
Adult Non Fiction
Young Adult Fiction
Junior Non Fiction
Easy Fiction
- Tell Tale by Jeffrey Archer
- Parting Shot by Linwood Barclay
- Enchantress of Numbers by Jennifer Chiaverini
- Miracle Road by Emily March
- The House of Unexpected Sisters by Alexander McCall Smith
- The Body in the Casket by Katherine Hall Page
- Count to Ten by James Patterson
- The Demon Crown by James Rollins
- A Conjuring of Light
- A Darker Shade of Magic by Victoria Schwab
- Thomas Kinkades Cape Light ChristmasBlessings by Katherine Spencer
- Dead of Winter by Wendy Corsi Staub.
Adult Non Fiction
- Large Print Fiction
- End Game by David Baldacci
- The Midnight Line by Lee Child
- Two Kinds of Truth by Michael Connelly
- The People vs. Alex Cross by James Patterson.
Young Adult Fiction
- The Silver Mask by Holly Black
- Loved by P.C. Cast
- Graduation Day
- Independent Study
- The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau
- Warcross by Marie Lu
- Frogkisser
- Have Sword, Will Travel by Garth Nix
- Tales from a Not-So-Secret Crush Catastrophe by Renee Russell.
- Junior Fiction
- Princess in Black and the Perfect Princess Party by Shannon Hale
- Predator vs. Prey by Lisa McMann
- Silent Days, Silent Dreams by Allen Say.
Junior Non Fiction
- Blast Lab by Richard Hammond.
Easy Fiction
- How to Find an Elephant by Kate Banks
- Merry Christmas from The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
- Santa Rex by Molly Schaar Idle
- Mama Lion Wins the Race by Jon Muth
- Tyrannosaurus Rex vs. Edna, The Very First Chicken by Douglas Rees
- The 12 Sleighs of Christmas by Sherri Duskey Rinker
- Singing in the Rain by Arthur Freed
- Where, Oh Where, is Baby Bear by Ashley Wolff.
- The Circle
- The Dark Tower
- Descendants 2
Slate Belt Area
Road Work
Week: December 11
ROAD NAME: Interstate 78
BETWEEN: Exit 67 (PA 412) AND Exit 71 (PA 33)
Type of Work: Bridge Repair
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 12/11/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/11/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
County: Northampton Municipality: Bethlehem Twp
ROAD NAME: Interstate 78
BETWEEN: Exit 67 (PA 412) AND Exit 71 (PA 33)
Type of Work: Bridge Repair
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 12/12/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/12/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
County: Northampton Municipality: Bushkill Township
ROAD NAME: Mountain Road at Moorestown Road
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 12/11/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/15/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Change/Update:
County: Northampton Municipality: Bushkill Township
ROAD NAME: PA 512
BETWEEN: Bushkill Drive AND Bushkill Center Road
Type of Work: Brush Cutting
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 12/11/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/15/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
BETWEEN: Exit 67 (PA 412) AND Exit 71 (PA 33)
Type of Work: Bridge Repair
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 12/11/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/11/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
County: Northampton Municipality: Bethlehem Twp
ROAD NAME: Interstate 78
BETWEEN: Exit 67 (PA 412) AND Exit 71 (PA 33)
Type of Work: Bridge Repair
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 12/12/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/12/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
County: Northampton Municipality: Bushkill Township
ROAD NAME: Mountain Road at Moorestown Road
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 12/11/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/15/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Change/Update:
County: Northampton Municipality: Bushkill Township
ROAD NAME: PA 512
BETWEEN: Bushkill Drive AND Bushkill Center Road
Type of Work: Brush Cutting
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 12/11/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/15/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
D |
Snowfall 2017-18 |
d |
Date |
Amt |
YTD |
Dec 10 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
Dec 14 |
3.0 |
9.5 |
Dec 15 |
1.5 |
11.00 |
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