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Bangor Girls Finish Season at 18-4.......
Bangor Slater takes a three point shot during the game on Wednesday night that lead the Slaters to a 53-35 win and a final regular-season record of 18-4. Bangor plays Salisbury at home 3:00pm Saturday in a Colonial League quarter-final game PHOTO GALLERY. (New photo below) (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Fire Co/Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program
Harrisburg, PA – On behalf of Governor Tom Wolf, State Fire Commissioner Tim Solobay announced today that $30 million in grants will be available to fire and volunteer ambulance companies who applied for the funds through the Fire Company/Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program.
Volunteer Emergency Medical Services will receive $3.6 million and Volunteer and Career Fire Companies will receive a total of $26.4 million in funding.
The grant program was initiated in 2000 and is funded by gaming revenue. The program is open to all fire companies, volunteer ambulance services and volunteer rescue squads in Pennsylvania. Grant awards can be used for construction or repair of facilities, purchase or repair of equipment, debt reduction and training.
Solobay said this next step in the grant program builds upon a successful 2016 in the OSFC.
“In 2016 alone, we processed more than 3,200 national level firefighter certifications and over 9,000 additional certificates,” Solobay said. “Since 1995 when the office was first charged with responsibility for the certifications, more than 33,000 certifications have been earned by men and women in the fire service in Pennsylvania."”
Solobay said the State Fire Academy in Lewistown conducted 539 training sessions either at the facility or at local sites across the state. Academy staff rewrote training and instructor curriculums, released new programs for emergency service providers and attended development programs as both attendees and presenters.
One of the biggest changes in the Office is the switch to an almost entirely electronic application for grants and the automation of all payments and disbursements in the loan program. These changes save time and money, and makes the process more customer-friendly.
Solobay said one of his goals for 2017 is to achieve 100 percent compliance with the Pennsylvania Fire Incident Reporting System (PennFIRS.) PennFIRS is a tool that provides for reviewing and analyzing Pennsylvania’s fire situation, as well as a national picture because the data is shared with the National Fire Data Center. At the beginning of 2016, only about 20 percent of fire companies used the system; that number rose to 80 percent by the end of the year. Departments wishing to apply for and receive a grant under the Fire Company Emergency Medical Service Grant Program (FCEMS) beginning with the 2017-18 grant period must use PennFIRS in order to be eligible to apply for the grant.
Sadly, OSFC staff also assisted fire companies and family survivors after six Line of Duty Deaths in 2016.
Solobay said the office plans to increase citizen outreach efforts to spread the message of fire prevention and safety among children, families and older Pennsylvanians.
Learn more about the fire service in Pennsylvania by visiting OSFC online at www.OSFC.pa.gov, and like facebook.com/PAOSFC.ations.
Volunteer Emergency Medical Services will receive $3.6 million and Volunteer and Career Fire Companies will receive a total of $26.4 million in funding.
The grant program was initiated in 2000 and is funded by gaming revenue. The program is open to all fire companies, volunteer ambulance services and volunteer rescue squads in Pennsylvania. Grant awards can be used for construction or repair of facilities, purchase or repair of equipment, debt reduction and training.
Solobay said this next step in the grant program builds upon a successful 2016 in the OSFC.
“In 2016 alone, we processed more than 3,200 national level firefighter certifications and over 9,000 additional certificates,” Solobay said. “Since 1995 when the office was first charged with responsibility for the certifications, more than 33,000 certifications have been earned by men and women in the fire service in Pennsylvania."”
Solobay said the State Fire Academy in Lewistown conducted 539 training sessions either at the facility or at local sites across the state. Academy staff rewrote training and instructor curriculums, released new programs for emergency service providers and attended development programs as both attendees and presenters.
One of the biggest changes in the Office is the switch to an almost entirely electronic application for grants and the automation of all payments and disbursements in the loan program. These changes save time and money, and makes the process more customer-friendly.
Solobay said one of his goals for 2017 is to achieve 100 percent compliance with the Pennsylvania Fire Incident Reporting System (PennFIRS.) PennFIRS is a tool that provides for reviewing and analyzing Pennsylvania’s fire situation, as well as a national picture because the data is shared with the National Fire Data Center. At the beginning of 2016, only about 20 percent of fire companies used the system; that number rose to 80 percent by the end of the year. Departments wishing to apply for and receive a grant under the Fire Company Emergency Medical Service Grant Program (FCEMS) beginning with the 2017-18 grant period must use PennFIRS in order to be eligible to apply for the grant.
Sadly, OSFC staff also assisted fire companies and family survivors after six Line of Duty Deaths in 2016.
Solobay said the office plans to increase citizen outreach efforts to spread the message of fire prevention and safety among children, families and older Pennsylvanians.
Learn more about the fire service in Pennsylvania by visiting OSFC online at www.OSFC.pa.gov, and like facebook.com/PAOSFC.ations.
Pen Argyl's Sarah Campbell (12) shoots a free throw during the Knights' final game of the year, losing to Bangor 53-35. PHOTO GALLERY. (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Slate Belt Regional Police
Simple Assault
On January 31, 2017, SBRPD responded to a residence in the 100 block of N. Harding Ave., in Pen Argyl for a domestic disturbance. Officers learned that a woman struck a 25-year-old male from the residence in the arm with a baseball bat and struck him in the face. She was taken into custody for domestic assault, and related offenses.
DUI
On February 3, 2017 at 1:37 am, SBRPD responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the 1300 block of Colony Ln, Plainfield Twp. for a report of a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle’s driver knocked on the door of a residence, then left the area. SBRPD found a vehicle matching the description parked diagonally on Benders Church Rd., a close distance from the original call. Police located a woman and arrested her for DUI after she failed field testing. She was later taken to the DUI processing center.
DUI
On February 3, 2017at 1:08 am, SBRPD on patrol located a Honda parked on the side of Books Hill Rd., Plainfield Twp. occupied by a man. The officer believed that he was under the influence of alcohol. He did not successfully complete field coordination tests and was placed in custody for DUI. He was later transported to the DUI processing center.
On January 31, 2017, SBRPD responded to a residence in the 100 block of N. Harding Ave., in Pen Argyl for a domestic disturbance. Officers learned that a woman struck a 25-year-old male from the residence in the arm with a baseball bat and struck him in the face. She was taken into custody for domestic assault, and related offenses.
DUI
On February 3, 2017 at 1:37 am, SBRPD responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the 1300 block of Colony Ln, Plainfield Twp. for a report of a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle’s driver knocked on the door of a residence, then left the area. SBRPD found a vehicle matching the description parked diagonally on Benders Church Rd., a close distance from the original call. Police located a woman and arrested her for DUI after she failed field testing. She was later taken to the DUI processing center.
DUI
On February 3, 2017at 1:08 am, SBRPD on patrol located a Honda parked on the side of Books Hill Rd., Plainfield Twp. occupied by a man. The officer believed that he was under the influence of alcohol. He did not successfully complete field coordination tests and was placed in custody for DUI. He was later transported to the DUI processing center.
Slaters End Season at 21-1.....
hPen Argyl Green Knight Connor Robicheau (42) takes a shot, while Bangor's Dylan Benton (23) tries to block it, during the Slaters' 64-29 win over Pen Argyl Tuesday night before a packed house at Pen Argyl. Over 100 fans were turned away. Bangor officially finished with a perfect 18-0 record in the Colonial League and 21-1 overall. They will play the winner of NDGP vs Saucon Valley next Wednesday in a league semi final. The Knights finished 10-12 overall. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Travel The Chocolate Trail in Bethlehem
The annual Chocolate Trail will be held in Bethlehem Saturday, February 11th from 1 pm-5 pm. The event will sell out of all 250 passports, so buy yours today!
Be prepared to be carried away by chocolate bliss! Purchase a passport for $25, your ticket to sample different chocolate treats from the 22 participating businesses along Main & Broad Streets. Sweet treats include chocolate truffle mouse with raspberry, triple chocolate cookies, hot chocolate and salted caramel covered in chocolate and so much more!
Participating businesses include:
Franklin Hill Vineyards, Donegal Square, Hand Cut Crystal, Domaci, Musselman Jewelers, Tap Room at Historic Hotel Bethlehem, Colony Meadery at the Moravian Book Shop, AM Luxe, Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom, Twisted Olive, Moravian Book Shop, Bone Appetit Barkery, PostNet, The Ice Cream Shoppe at Hotel Bethlehem, JewelWerks, Tavern at the Sun Inn, The Gem Shop, Fegley’s Bethlehem Brew Works, Intrigued Salon, The Joint, Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and Tapas on Main
Passports can be purchased on EventBrite.com. Registration and passport pick up for the Chocolate Trail begins February 11th at 11 am at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem, and ends at 2 pm. All passport holders must pick up their passports prior to 2 pm.
For more information visit www.GetDowntownBethlehem.com. #GetDowntownBethlehem #BethChocTrail
Be prepared to be carried away by chocolate bliss! Purchase a passport for $25, your ticket to sample different chocolate treats from the 22 participating businesses along Main & Broad Streets. Sweet treats include chocolate truffle mouse with raspberry, triple chocolate cookies, hot chocolate and salted caramel covered in chocolate and so much more!
Participating businesses include:
Franklin Hill Vineyards, Donegal Square, Hand Cut Crystal, Domaci, Musselman Jewelers, Tap Room at Historic Hotel Bethlehem, Colony Meadery at the Moravian Book Shop, AM Luxe, Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom, Twisted Olive, Moravian Book Shop, Bone Appetit Barkery, PostNet, The Ice Cream Shoppe at Hotel Bethlehem, JewelWerks, Tavern at the Sun Inn, The Gem Shop, Fegley’s Bethlehem Brew Works, Intrigued Salon, The Joint, Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and Tapas on Main
Passports can be purchased on EventBrite.com. Registration and passport pick up for the Chocolate Trail begins February 11th at 11 am at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem, and ends at 2 pm. All passport holders must pick up their passports prior to 2 pm.
For more information visit www.GetDowntownBethlehem.com. #GetDowntownBethlehem #BethChocTrail
BHS Band Members in PMEA District 10 Band Festival
Three Bangor High School Bands students have qualified for the 2017 PMEA District 10 Band Festival. The event will be held at Parkland High School, February 9-11, 2017. Band Concerts will be held at Parkland High School on Friday, February 10th (7:30pm), as well as Saturday, February 11th (2pm). Parkland High School is located at 2700 North Cedar Crest Boulevard, Allentown, PA 18104. Tickets to this event are $8.
Congratulations to Corinthia Banks, Ben Crane, and Taryn Geiger. The guest conductor for the event will be Professor Dennis Glocke, Director of Concert Bands at Penn State University.
Congratulations to Corinthia Banks, Ben Crane, and Taryn Geiger. The guest conductor for the event will be Professor Dennis Glocke, Director of Concert Bands at Penn State University.
Pen Argyl's Taj Cleary-Kojo goes up for a lay up Tuesday night during Bangor's 64-29 win over Pen Argyl . PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Comedian Performing in Gilbert
Enjoy Saturday, February 11 at American Legion Post 927, Rt 209 and Fairgrounds Rd, Gilbert for a terrific show featuring three hilarious comedians!
Dinner starts at 5 PM, Comedy show starts at 7, DJ dancing after the show. There will be basket raffles and a 50/50 drawing. You must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets are $25 per person.
Proceeds benefit the American Legion Post 927 Riders, who contribute to the community and local veterans.
Contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208
Enjoy Saturday, February 11 at American Legion Post 927, Rt 209 and Fairgrounds Rd, Gilbert for a terrific show featuring three hilarious comedians!
Dinner starts at 5 PM, Comedy show starts at 7, DJ dancing after the show. There will be basket raffles and a 50/50 drawing. You must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets are $25 per person.
Proceeds benefit the American Legion Post 927 Riders, who contribute to the community and local veterans.
Contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208
Bald Eagle Nest Cam in Hanover, PA - Live
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By clicking on the photo you can see and hear activity at an eagle nest - live.
Season three began December 28 at the Hanover nest. The cameras and audio equipment installed for the 2016 season continue to provide excellent views and audio of this eagle family.
The live stream began December 17, 2016 shortly after the installation of two new cameras and audio equipment. Eggs were laid on February 18 and 21. March 28 one of the eggs hatched; the nestling died two days later, perhaps injured by a branch being moved in the nest. The other egg never hatched and remained n the nest until May 23 when one of the adults removed the remnants from the nest.
Hanover is located in south-central PA about five miles from the Mason-Dixon line.
Season three began December 28 at the Hanover nest. The cameras and audio equipment installed for the 2016 season continue to provide excellent views and audio of this eagle family.
The live stream began December 17, 2016 shortly after the installation of two new cameras and audio equipment. Eggs were laid on February 18 and 21. March 28 one of the eggs hatched; the nestling died two days later, perhaps injured by a branch being moved in the nest. The other egg never hatched and remained n the nest until May 23 when one of the adults removed the remnants from the nest.
Hanover is located in south-central PA about five miles from the Mason-Dixon line.
Liz Tech Bingo
Liz Tech bingo will be held at the Portland Hook and Ladder Fire Company # one Saturday, February 11. Tickets are $25 in advance. Sponsorships available. Doors open at 11 AM. Bingo starts at 1 PM. More info: call Stephanie at 610-216-6716.
Kasparov loses chess game to computer - 1996
On this day in 1996, after three hours, world chess champion Garry Kasparov loses the first game of a six-game match against Deep Blue, an IBM computer capable of evaluating 200 million moves per second. Man was ultimately victorious over machine, however, as Kasparov bested Deep Blue in the match with three wins and two ties and took home the $400,000 prize. An estimated 6 million people worldwide followed the action on the Internet.
Kasparov had previously defeated Deep Thought, the prototype for Deep Blue developed by IBM researchers in 1989, but he and other chess grandmasters had, on occasion, lost to computers in games that lasted an hour or less. The February 1996 contest was significant in that it represented the first time a human and a computer had duked it out in a regulation, six-game match, in which each player had two hours to make 40 moves, two hours to finish the next 20 moves and then another 60 minutes to wrap up the game.
Kasparov had previously defeated Deep Thought, the prototype for Deep Blue developed by IBM researchers in 1989, but he and other chess grandmasters had, on occasion, lost to computers in games that lasted an hour or less. The February 1996 contest was significant in that it represented the first time a human and a computer had duked it out in a regulation, six-game match, in which each player had two hours to make 40 moves, two hours to finish the next 20 moves and then another 60 minutes to wrap up the game.
Friday at Bloom Creative Studio
Located on Lower Broadway, Bangor.
Open Studio Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday 11:00am-4:00pm.
Come in and paint a masterpiece. $8 for adults and $6 for children plus the cost of your surface. Tons of ideas to choose from and artists on sight to help with any ideas.
Friday February 10th
4:00pm-6:00pm
Daisy with Anne
Come paint this daisy in the colors of your choice with the word of your choice for $25. You'll receive 2 hours of guided instruction to make your own masterpiece.
Friday February 10th
6:00pm-8:30pm
Paint Your Pet
Paint your pet night with Karin. Bring a picture of your pet and we'll sketch it on your choice of canvas size. Paint on a 12x16 for $35 or 16x20 for $45. Please email your pet picture before class to anne.bloomcreativestudio@gmail.com so we can pre-sketch your canvas and bring your photo w/you. Register early class size is limited and this class is becoming very popular!
Open Studio Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday 11:00am-4:00pm.
Come in and paint a masterpiece. $8 for adults and $6 for children plus the cost of your surface. Tons of ideas to choose from and artists on sight to help with any ideas.
Friday February 10th
4:00pm-6:00pm
Daisy with Anne
Come paint this daisy in the colors of your choice with the word of your choice for $25. You'll receive 2 hours of guided instruction to make your own masterpiece.
Friday February 10th
6:00pm-8:30pm
Paint Your Pet
Paint your pet night with Karin. Bring a picture of your pet and we'll sketch it on your choice of canvas size. Paint on a 12x16 for $35 or 16x20 for $45. Please email your pet picture before class to anne.bloomcreativestudio@gmail.com so we can pre-sketch your canvas and bring your photo w/you. Register early class size is limited and this class is becoming very popular!
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February 10 - Regular Events
Connections for Women - Hopesprings, Market St., Bangor 10am - 1pm.
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029
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.
Special Future Events - See Below
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Can You Believe It?
More than 500 Chinese family members gather for photo
(UPI) -- More than 500 people with the same ancestors gathered together in China for a massive family photo. The group made up of members of the Ren family gathered at Shishe village in the eastern Chinese province of Zhejiang to celebrate the completion of the family tree.
The photo was taken with a drone during the Lunar New Year period after elders updated family tree records and located 2,000 living relatives.
"It took us two and a half years to complete the new family tree," Village Chief Ren Tuanjie said. "During the Spring Festival, we like to bring all the family members together so as to let our ancestors know where they are."
Members of the family from multiple generations traveled from Beijing, Shanghai, Xinjiang and Taiwan to take part in the giant reunion.
"One reason was to understand where our descendants have spread to, where they have ended up and where they live, to account to our ancestors," Tuanjie said. "And another reason was also to let descendants all over the country know their roots, so that wherever they go they will not forget where they come from."
The photo was taken with a drone during the Lunar New Year period after elders updated family tree records and located 2,000 living relatives.
"It took us two and a half years to complete the new family tree," Village Chief Ren Tuanjie said. "During the Spring Festival, we like to bring all the family members together so as to let our ancestors know where they are."
Members of the family from multiple generations traveled from Beijing, Shanghai, Xinjiang and Taiwan to take part in the giant reunion.
"One reason was to understand where our descendants have spread to, where they have ended up and where they live, to account to our ancestors," Tuanjie said. "And another reason was also to let descendants all over the country know their roots, so that wherever they go they will not forget where they come from."
Automotive...
5 reasons ride-sharing is on the rise
(BPT) - The rideshare industry has exploded in popularity over the past several years, with companies devoted to making transportation safe, reliable and enjoyable. At the swipe of a finger and tap of a button, you can hail a car through your smartphone. Within minutes, you are picked up at your desired location and whisked off to your final destination, whether it's the grocery store, movie theater or the hottest restaurant in town.
Here are five reasons why millions of Americans are requesting a ride every day:
1. Owning and maintaining a car is expensive. At more than $9,000 per year, per household, a car is the second most expensive purchase Americans make, yet the average car in the U.S. gets only 4 percent utilization per day. The rideshare industry was born from the idea that by pairing drivers and passengers headed in the same general direction, not only is traffic significantly reduced, but car ownership ultimately becomes optional when you know you have a ride you can rely on.
2. It's a safe way to get around. While pairing drivers and passengers who don't know each other might seem unorthodox, thanks to stringent background checks, car safety checks and real-time ride tracking, hopping in an on-demand ride has become commonplace for people across the country. In fact, Lyft, the fastest growing rideshare service, currently covers 55 percent of the U.S. population, meaning 177 million people are able to request a safe, reliable ride every day. By the end of 2017, that number will increase to 231 million, or 72 percent of the country.
3. Ridesharing promotes community and economic growth. Not only is it an efficient way to get from point A to point B, ridesharing connects both people and communities. In 2016 alone, more than 162.5 million Lyft rides were taken. This opens the door for people who wouldn't normally cross paths to share a car together. Drivers get to drop off passengers in neighborhoods they might not regularly venture to, and business owners serve customers that previously didn't have easy access to their location. Ridesharing is a powerful driver of economic growth, encouraging local spending and pumping money back into the enrichment of neighborhoods.
4. As a driver, ridesharing provides an excellent source of income. Be it primary or supplementary, driving provides flexibility and allows people to own their schedules, clocking in and out when they want, where they want. From coast to coast, teachers, retirees, aspiring musicians and everyone in between is using ridesharing as a source of income. Lyft is the only platform that allows passengers to tip, with more than $150 million dollars going directly into the pockets of their drivers.
5. On-demand transportation is proven to reduce drunk driving. According to a recent study, 88 percent of passengers say they are more likely to avoid driving while impaired because of Lyft, and 53 percent of passengers use the platform to safely get friends and family home who are intoxicated. One tap of a button ultimately leads to saving lives by reducing the number of intoxicated drivers on the road.
Whether you're a passenger or driver, ridesharing seeks to get you where you want to go, be it a final destination or a financial goal. Local communities deserve friendly, safe transportation they can rely on, and the rideshare industry is close to making that a reality for all people.
Here are five reasons why millions of Americans are requesting a ride every day:
1. Owning and maintaining a car is expensive. At more than $9,000 per year, per household, a car is the second most expensive purchase Americans make, yet the average car in the U.S. gets only 4 percent utilization per day. The rideshare industry was born from the idea that by pairing drivers and passengers headed in the same general direction, not only is traffic significantly reduced, but car ownership ultimately becomes optional when you know you have a ride you can rely on.
2. It's a safe way to get around. While pairing drivers and passengers who don't know each other might seem unorthodox, thanks to stringent background checks, car safety checks and real-time ride tracking, hopping in an on-demand ride has become commonplace for people across the country. In fact, Lyft, the fastest growing rideshare service, currently covers 55 percent of the U.S. population, meaning 177 million people are able to request a safe, reliable ride every day. By the end of 2017, that number will increase to 231 million, or 72 percent of the country.
3. Ridesharing promotes community and economic growth. Not only is it an efficient way to get from point A to point B, ridesharing connects both people and communities. In 2016 alone, more than 162.5 million Lyft rides were taken. This opens the door for people who wouldn't normally cross paths to share a car together. Drivers get to drop off passengers in neighborhoods they might not regularly venture to, and business owners serve customers that previously didn't have easy access to their location. Ridesharing is a powerful driver of economic growth, encouraging local spending and pumping money back into the enrichment of neighborhoods.
4. As a driver, ridesharing provides an excellent source of income. Be it primary or supplementary, driving provides flexibility and allows people to own their schedules, clocking in and out when they want, where they want. From coast to coast, teachers, retirees, aspiring musicians and everyone in between is using ridesharing as a source of income. Lyft is the only platform that allows passengers to tip, with more than $150 million dollars going directly into the pockets of their drivers.
5. On-demand transportation is proven to reduce drunk driving. According to a recent study, 88 percent of passengers say they are more likely to avoid driving while impaired because of Lyft, and 53 percent of passengers use the platform to safely get friends and family home who are intoxicated. One tap of a button ultimately leads to saving lives by reducing the number of intoxicated drivers on the road.
Whether you're a passenger or driver, ridesharing seeks to get you where you want to go, be it a final destination or a financial goal. Local communities deserve friendly, safe transportation they can rely on, and the rideshare industry is close to making that a reality for all people.
Real Estate...
Tackle your DIY project with these 3 multipurpose tools
(BPT) - DIY projects are surging in popularity right now and it’s easy to see why. A successful DIY project can fix a problem or make a much-needed improvement to your home, while also providing you with the satisfaction of a job well done. Best of all, it allows you to save money over hiring a professional contractor to do the work.
But is it possible to conquer several DIY projects in a short period of time? Sure, you just need the right multipurpose tools for the job. Below are three tools you can pick up at any hardware store, and each will allow you to tackle a slew of projects with just one purchase, making each tool the perfect project time saver.
Add these three multipurpose tools to your lineup today:
Multipurpose tool 1: Stain
A staining project is an easy, cost-effective way to completely recreate a look in your home. You may purchase one color of stain or several, depending on how many staining projects you plan to do and the proximity of your projects in your home. When you purchase your stain, you can use it to:
* Stain your front door. Your front door is a focal point in your home and staining it gives the face of your home a completely new look.
* Stain your wood floors. Darker floors are growing in popularity and a fresh coat of stain can give your home that look without an expensive replacement.
* Stain a table or other piece of furniture. Whether you want it to be an accent piece in your room or you'd like it to match your new décor, a fresh coat of stain saves you from having to replace a cherished piece.
Multipurpose tool 2: GREAT STUFF(TM) Multipurpose Black Insulating Foam Sealant
Sealing the gaps and cracks around your home will save you money by making your home more energy efficient, while also increasing your home’s comfort. In fact, one can of GREAT STUFF(TM) has a multitude of uses in and around the home, including:
* Seal gaps and cracks around attic doors. This will prevent your home’s heat from escaping during the winter and will better control the temperature in your home.
* Seal areas around vents and duct work. In addition to helping better regulate the temperature in your home, these projects can also ward off pests and vermin that are looking for warmer temperatures inside.
* Tackle other jobs as well. The capabilities of GREAT STUFF™ Multipurpose Black Insulating Foam Sealant apply to projects outside the home as well, so whether you have a project in mind or one arises along your journey, it’s always handy to have a can on hand.
Multipurpose tool 3: Degreaser
If you have a heavy duty cleaning project to tackle in your home, a good degreaser can help. Degreasers dissolve water-insoluble substances and they can help you:
* Clean stainless steel and appliances. Grease and oil collect naturally in any kitchen and their particles can linger on kitchen equipment. Applying degreaser can remove them quickly and cleanly.
* Remove adhesives. Whether the sticker was supposed to go there, it was an accident or the subject of child’s whim, applying degreaser can clean the spot good as new.
* Eliminate heavy buildup around bike chains and engine parts. Buildup is a natural product of use, but it also jeopardizes efficiency. Apply degreaser to these areas to have your favorite objects running like new.
Your mind is already full of DIY projects you’d love to tackle, you just need to find the time to do them. Efficiency is key and the more projects you can tackle with one tool the better. Add these tools to your next home goods trip and you’ll have your DIY project start off on the right foot. To find more projects you can tackle with GREAT STUFF(TM) Multipurpose Black Insulating Foam Sealant, visit greatstuff.dow.com.
But is it possible to conquer several DIY projects in a short period of time? Sure, you just need the right multipurpose tools for the job. Below are three tools you can pick up at any hardware store, and each will allow you to tackle a slew of projects with just one purchase, making each tool the perfect project time saver.
Add these three multipurpose tools to your lineup today:
Multipurpose tool 1: Stain
A staining project is an easy, cost-effective way to completely recreate a look in your home. You may purchase one color of stain or several, depending on how many staining projects you plan to do and the proximity of your projects in your home. When you purchase your stain, you can use it to:
* Stain your front door. Your front door is a focal point in your home and staining it gives the face of your home a completely new look.
* Stain your wood floors. Darker floors are growing in popularity and a fresh coat of stain can give your home that look without an expensive replacement.
* Stain a table or other piece of furniture. Whether you want it to be an accent piece in your room or you'd like it to match your new décor, a fresh coat of stain saves you from having to replace a cherished piece.
Multipurpose tool 2: GREAT STUFF(TM) Multipurpose Black Insulating Foam Sealant
Sealing the gaps and cracks around your home will save you money by making your home more energy efficient, while also increasing your home’s comfort. In fact, one can of GREAT STUFF(TM) has a multitude of uses in and around the home, including:
* Seal gaps and cracks around attic doors. This will prevent your home’s heat from escaping during the winter and will better control the temperature in your home.
* Seal areas around vents and duct work. In addition to helping better regulate the temperature in your home, these projects can also ward off pests and vermin that are looking for warmer temperatures inside.
* Tackle other jobs as well. The capabilities of GREAT STUFF™ Multipurpose Black Insulating Foam Sealant apply to projects outside the home as well, so whether you have a project in mind or one arises along your journey, it’s always handy to have a can on hand.
Multipurpose tool 3: Degreaser
If you have a heavy duty cleaning project to tackle in your home, a good degreaser can help. Degreasers dissolve water-insoluble substances and they can help you:
* Clean stainless steel and appliances. Grease and oil collect naturally in any kitchen and their particles can linger on kitchen equipment. Applying degreaser can remove them quickly and cleanly.
* Remove adhesives. Whether the sticker was supposed to go there, it was an accident or the subject of child’s whim, applying degreaser can clean the spot good as new.
* Eliminate heavy buildup around bike chains and engine parts. Buildup is a natural product of use, but it also jeopardizes efficiency. Apply degreaser to these areas to have your favorite objects running like new.
Your mind is already full of DIY projects you’d love to tackle, you just need to find the time to do them. Efficiency is key and the more projects you can tackle with one tool the better. Add these tools to your next home goods trip and you’ll have your DIY project start off on the right foot. To find more projects you can tackle with GREAT STUFF(TM) Multipurpose Black Insulating Foam Sealant, visit greatstuff.dow.com.
1885 Club Accepting Nominations
The Bangor Area High School Alumni Association is looking for nominations for induction into the 2017 "1885 Club Hall of Fame." In 1998, the members of the Bangor Area High School Alumni Association began to search for a way to honor graduates who have distinguished themselves through public service, scholarship, and recognition in their chosen fields of work.
Discussions naturally led to creating a Hall of Fame for such individuals. Concerned about possible confusion with the Athletic Hall of Fame, however, the committee began to seek ways to create a different type of recognition with its own unique distinction. From this collaboration, "The 1885 Club" was born. Named in honor of the first year in which a class of students graduated from Bangor High School, this exclusive club honors distinguished alumni and holds these individuals as outstanding examples for others to follow.
Through the creation of "The 1885 Club" the Alumni Association underscores and upholds the fact that graduates from Bangor Area High School have been making tremendous contributions to mankind for more than 130 years. We reserve a special category for educators and administrators who have served the Bangor Area School District over its long history.
To nominate someone for either of these awards, please go to the Bangor Area School District web site, click on the Alumni icon (under quick links) and then click on the 1885 Club. There you will find a printable form. Fill it out and mail it to the address shown or forward it to Carole J. Hontz at Bangor Area Middle School, 401 Five Points Richmond Road, Bangor, PA 18013-5267. Nominations can also be e mailed to hontzc@bangorsd.org
Discussions naturally led to creating a Hall of Fame for such individuals. Concerned about possible confusion with the Athletic Hall of Fame, however, the committee began to seek ways to create a different type of recognition with its own unique distinction. From this collaboration, "The 1885 Club" was born. Named in honor of the first year in which a class of students graduated from Bangor High School, this exclusive club honors distinguished alumni and holds these individuals as outstanding examples for others to follow.
Through the creation of "The 1885 Club" the Alumni Association underscores and upholds the fact that graduates from Bangor Area High School have been making tremendous contributions to mankind for more than 130 years. We reserve a special category for educators and administrators who have served the Bangor Area School District over its long history.
To nominate someone for either of these awards, please go to the Bangor Area School District web site, click on the Alumni icon (under quick links) and then click on the 1885 Club. There you will find a printable form. Fill it out and mail it to the address shown or forward it to Carole J. Hontz at Bangor Area Middle School, 401 Five Points Richmond Road, Bangor, PA 18013-5267. Nominations can also be e mailed to hontzc@bangorsd.org
Letters to Homefront Magazine
A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers
The project to publish a book about the Homefront Magazine began in October 2015. The co-authors; Marc Blau, Chip Turtzo, Karen Brewer and Deanna Ruzanski assembled volunteers to read and summarize the 4000 + letters that WW II soldiers sent home to their beloved Homefront Magazine.
The letters were then categorized by topic, and placed into appropriate chapters. Some of the chapters are: The Fairest of the Month, Battlefield Stories, Soldier’s Artwork, Poems and Prayers, Heroes and more.
The book highlights the letters and used the hand-written words of our Slate Belt fighting men and women to tell the story. Many of your fathers and grandfathers are mentioned in the book and while it was unfeasible to use all of the letters, those that were chosen was based on content. Books can be picked up on Sunday April 23, 2017 from 9 -Noon., however to unsure that copies are available for all who would like a copy, pre-orders are now being taken.
Please send a check payable to the Slate Belt Heritage Center (att: Marc Blau) for $35.00 to reserve your copy. Those out of town desiring a copy must add $10..00 to cover cost for shipping/handling. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
The letters were then categorized by topic, and placed into appropriate chapters. Some of the chapters are: The Fairest of the Month, Battlefield Stories, Soldier’s Artwork, Poems and Prayers, Heroes and more.
The book highlights the letters and used the hand-written words of our Slate Belt fighting men and women to tell the story. Many of your fathers and grandfathers are mentioned in the book and while it was unfeasible to use all of the letters, those that were chosen was based on content. Books can be picked up on Sunday April 23, 2017 from 9 -Noon., however to unsure that copies are available for all who would like a copy, pre-orders are now being taken.
Please send a check payable to the Slate Belt Heritage Center (att: Marc Blau) for $35.00 to reserve your copy. Those out of town desiring a copy must add $10..00 to cover cost for shipping/handling. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
Teen Gym Nite at Faith
Attention teens, grades 7-10th grade. Need a place to have some fun....are you experiencing winter cabin fever?
Gym nite is every Wednesday evening from 6-8 at the Faith Christian School gymnasium, located at 33 Dante St, Roseto, PA 18013.
Are you in 11th or 12th grade please call first.
Please bring your parent or guardian when you arrive the first time so permission forms can be filled out, a little “meet and greet”...then you are good to go!
They play, basketball for the first hour, then onto to other games like, mat ball, Chinese kickball, floor hockey, indoor soccer, volleyball, etc.
If you need more info please call 610-587-0733.
Gym nite is every Wednesday evening from 6-8 at the Faith Christian School gymnasium, located at 33 Dante St, Roseto, PA 18013.
Are you in 11th or 12th grade please call first.
Please bring your parent or guardian when you arrive the first time so permission forms can be filled out, a little “meet and greet”...then you are good to go!
They play, basketball for the first hour, then onto to other games like, mat ball, Chinese kickball, floor hockey, indoor soccer, volleyball, etc.
If you need more info please call 610-587-0733.
Snowshoes and Hiking Poles AvailableWhen:Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg’s trails this winter! Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, usually at least five inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check our website for current winter conditions and snow depth. 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. DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM at 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. 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. BAHS Marching Band Uniform Fund Drive The Bangor Area High School Marching Band uniforms, which are modeled after Her Majesty’s Royal Welsh Guard, pay tribute to the heritage of Bangor, PA. After years of normal wear and tear, the uniforms must be replaced. The new uniforms will continue to use the same style.
The Slater Band Boosters have initiated a fund drive to support this effort. The Boosters will appreciate any donations, small or large, to this cause. The names of contributors will be acknowledged in concert programs during the 2016-2017 school year. Names of contributors at higher levels will be memorialized on a plaque to be displayed in the theater wing of the high school. More information is available at www.bahsbands.weebly.com. Send your tax deductible contributions to: Slater Band Boosters, Uniform Drive c/o Charlie Cole , 608 Shawnee Street, Roseto, PA 18013 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/ Eleventh Annual Scholarship
Slater Family Network is offering a $2000 scholarship for a graduating Bangor HS senior who plans on attending a trade/vocational school or college. The scholarship is awarded to a student who is involved in community service. Applications are in the HS Guidance office, Slater Family Network office or on school district website under Slater Family Network. Applications are due in the SFN office by Thursday, April 20. If you have any questions, please call the office at 610-599-7019 |
Hunter Education Classes
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is hosting a hunter training course on Saturday, March 4, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at East Bath Rod and Gun Club, Township Line Road, Bath. The course is required by law for all first-time hunters and trappers before they can purchase a license.
If you are interested in registering for the class, please click here. Prescription Drug
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February 11
Liz Tech Bingo
Liz Tech bingo will be held at the Portland Hook and Ladder Fire Company # one Saturday, February 11. Tickets are $25 in advance. Sponsorships available. Doors open at 11 AM. Bingo starts at 1 PM. More info: call Stephanie at 610-216-6716.
Comedian Performing in Gilbert
Enjoy Saturday, February 11 at American Legion Post 927, Rt 209 and Fairgrounds Rd, Gilbert for a terrific show featuring three hilarious comedians!
Dinner starts at 5 PM, Comedy show starts at 7, DJ dancing after the show. There will be basket raffles and a 50/50 drawing. You must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets are $25 per person.
Proceeds benefit the American Legion Post 927 Riders, who contribute to the community and local veterans.
Contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208
Enjoy Saturday, February 11 at American Legion Post 927, Rt 209 and Fairgrounds Rd, Gilbert for a terrific show featuring three hilarious comedians!
Dinner starts at 5 PM, Comedy show starts at 7, DJ dancing after the show. There will be basket raffles and a 50/50 drawing. You must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets are $25 per person.
Proceeds benefit the American Legion Post 927 Riders, who contribute to the community and local veterans.
Contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208
February 12
History of the Viaduct
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, February 12th @ 2:00 PM. Speaker for the afternoon will be local photographer Ernie Dietz. Mr. Dietz will be showing pictures of the Bangor “Viaduct” pre 1939 construction, during its use as a conduit span over the railroad tracks, its recent demolition and current reconstruction. He will also speak about the materials that were and are now being used to erect the historic landmark and will reveal the little known fact about “names” that were inscribed on the top of the old side posts. The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
February 13
Pocono Arts Class
STROUDSBURG - The Pocono Arts Council will offer the following classes during the month of February. Classes, unless noted otherwise, are held at the Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. Seventh St., Stroudsburg, To register call PoconoArts at 570-476-4460 or register online at www.poconoarts.org.
Building a Painting
Instructor Linda Stockman
3 weeks, February 13, 20, 27, Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm
In this three week workshop the focus will be how to “build a painting”. Composition, design, color, highlight and shadow will be explained. The basics of painting will be discussed so that you will be able to create your own masterpiece.
Tuition; Member $60/Non-Members $70: Senior Member $50/Non-Member $60
Building a Painting
Instructor Linda Stockman
3 weeks, February 13, 20, 27, Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm
In this three week workshop the focus will be how to “build a painting”. Composition, design, color, highlight and shadow will be explained. The basics of painting will be discussed so that you will be able to create your own masterpiece.
Tuition; Member $60/Non-Members $70: Senior Member $50/Non-Member $60
NCC Lineworker Info Session
Northampton Community College (NCC) will be holding free Information sessions about its Lineworker program at 5 pm on February 13 and February 21, 2017 at Alumni Hall, Room 130 A-D, Gates Center, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. These sessions are mandatory for anyone who would like to enroll in the program.
The session will provide students with the opportunity to meet the instructors, hear about the program and its requirements, and gain information about potential resources for financial assistance for qualified candidates.
This hands-on non-credit course is taught by instructors with lineworker experience and has been popular since its inception since 2013. It prepares students for entry-level linework in the electrical and telecommunications industries.
The session will provide students with the opportunity to meet the instructors, hear about the program and its requirements, and gain information about potential resources for financial assistance for qualified candidates.
This hands-on non-credit course is taught by instructors with lineworker experience and has been popular since its inception since 2013. It prepares students for entry-level linework in the electrical and telecommunications industries.
February 16
NCC to Stage Collision
Northampton Community College (NCC) will stage a production of Collision, a play by Lyle Kessler, in which the lives of three students, a professor and a stranger collide.
Performances will take place Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Feb. 16, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Admission is free with a donation of a non-perishable food item for a local pantry or a contribution to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund. Reservations are suggested. Email NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu or call 610-861-5524.
Performances will take place Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Feb. 16, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Admission is free with a donation of a non-perishable food item for a local pantry or a contribution to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund. Reservations are suggested. Email NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu or call 610-861-5524.
February 17
Lemieux to Speaking at NCC
Jamilah Lemieux, a former senior editor at Ebony magazine and current vice president of news and men’s programming at Interactive One, an online news platform, will speak at Northampton Community College (NCC) on Thursday, February 16, at 11:00 a.m., as part of the College’s observation of Black History Month. The talk is titled The Revolution Will Not Be Televised, but It Might Be Live-Streamed.
Also included on February 16 will be social justice performances by NCC students, starting at 9:30 a.m. and a faculty panel discussion at 1:30 p.m.
All of the events above will take place at NCC’s Bethlehem Campus, Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Lemieux’s talk will be live streamed to the NCC Monroe Campus, room 208, Pocono Hall, 2411 Route 715, Tannersville.
For more information, call 610-861-5000 or visit www.northampton.edu and click on “Events.”
Also included on February 16 will be social justice performances by NCC students, starting at 9:30 a.m. and a faculty panel discussion at 1:30 p.m.
All of the events above will take place at NCC’s Bethlehem Campus, Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Lemieux’s talk will be live streamed to the NCC Monroe Campus, room 208, Pocono Hall, 2411 Route 715, Tannersville.
For more information, call 610-861-5000 or visit www.northampton.edu and click on “Events.”
Family Night: Snowshoe Night Hike
Friday, February 17, 6:30-8:00 PM
Explore Jacobsburg at night! We will learn about what animals might be found in the evening and how they survive cold winter nights. Then we’ll put on warm layers and snowshoes to go outside and experience a snowy winter night. Snowshoes and trekking poles will be provided. If we don’t get any snow then we will hike in our boots. The hike will be about half a mile. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your age and weight range when registering to determine what size snowshoe you will need. If you plan to bring your own snowshoes note that on your registration so we can offer the equipment to additional families.
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.
Explore Jacobsburg at night! We will learn about what animals might be found in the evening and how they survive cold winter nights. Then we’ll put on warm layers and snowshoes to go outside and experience a snowy winter night. Snowshoes and trekking poles will be provided. If we don’t get any snow then we will hike in our boots. The hike will be about half a mile. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your age and weight range when registering to determine what size snowshoe you will need. If you plan to bring your own snowshoes note that on your registration so we can offer the equipment to additional families.
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.
February 18
Winterfest in Stroudsburg
It's WinterFest time in Downtown Stroudsburg, Saturday February 18 from 10am to 6:00pm. The town will be filled with beautiful carved ice sculptures- the theme for 2017 is cartoon characters! Come see all your favorite characters from Disney, Pixar, Pokémon and even some classic favorites! Bring the whole family!
Participate in the interactive social media scavenger hunt for all the sculptures with prizes from great local businesses!
Live Ice Carving at 10 AM in the Courthouse Square
Free Wine Tastings with local wineries inside participating downtown businesses from 5-7pm
Participate in the interactive social media scavenger hunt for all the sculptures with prizes from great local businesses!
Live Ice Carving at 10 AM in the Courthouse Square
Free Wine Tastings with local wineries inside participating downtown businesses from 5-7pm
Pocono Arts Class
STROUDSBURG - The Pocono Arts Council will offer the following classes during the month of February. Classes, unless noted otherwise, are held at the Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. Seventh St., Stroudsburg, To register call PoconoArts at 570-476-4460 or register online at www.poconoarts.org.
Animation Workshop
Instructor Linda Stockman
One Day, February 18, Saturday, 1-4pm
In this workshop students will discuss and practice making subject matter, whether it be animals, people or even architecture more animated. Discover how making subtle changes in your drawing can take your subject to a whole new world.
Tuition: Members $25/Non-Members $30
PoconoArts classes fill on a first come, first serve basis. Placement in a course is secured when payment in full is received. If PoconoArts must cancel a class due to low enrollment, students will be notified prior to the scheduled start date of the class and full refunds will be issued. Tuition refunds will be honored if received ten days prior to the beginning of a class/workshop. PoconoArts will not refund or reduce any class fees for missed classes or late enrollment. The Pocono Arts Council is a local arts service organization serving Monroe, Pike and Wayne counties.
Tuition: Member $100/Non-member $110: Senior Member $90/Non-member $100
Animation Workshop
Instructor Linda Stockman
One Day, February 18, Saturday, 1-4pm
In this workshop students will discuss and practice making subject matter, whether it be animals, people or even architecture more animated. Discover how making subtle changes in your drawing can take your subject to a whole new world.
Tuition: Members $25/Non-Members $30
PoconoArts classes fill on a first come, first serve basis. Placement in a course is secured when payment in full is received. If PoconoArts must cancel a class due to low enrollment, students will be notified prior to the scheduled start date of the class and full refunds will be issued. Tuition refunds will be honored if received ten days prior to the beginning of a class/workshop. PoconoArts will not refund or reduce any class fees for missed classes or late enrollment. The Pocono Arts Council is a local arts service organization serving Monroe, Pike and Wayne counties.
Tuition: Member $100/Non-member $110: Senior Member $90/Non-member $100
Slate Belt Youth Baseball Association
Attention Parents of Minors and Majors Players
Please be sure to check your email for a detailed message about this year's evaluations.
Uniform Update!! Please also note that each child will need to double check their jersey size, as they run a bit smaller than normal. There will be a table at evaluations along with sample jerseys to ensure correct sizing.
If someone is unable to attend the evaluation, please contact our League Administrator, Brian Pysher, asap. (484) 695-4638
The evaluations will be held as follows:
Bangor Area Senior High School
Please have the players dress in sneakers, athletic shorts and t-shirts. The evaluations will be held inside the gym at Bangor Senior High School so please no CLEATS. Each player should bring their own glove, batting helmet and bat if they have one. We will have a limited amount of equipment there in case someone does not have a batting helmet or bat
Attention Parents of Minors and Majors Players
Please be sure to check your email for a detailed message about this year's evaluations.
Uniform Update!! Please also note that each child will need to double check their jersey size, as they run a bit smaller than normal. There will be a table at evaluations along with sample jerseys to ensure correct sizing.
If someone is unable to attend the evaluation, please contact our League Administrator, Brian Pysher, asap. (484) 695-4638
The evaluations will be held as follows:
Bangor Area Senior High School
- Saturday, February 18 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. 9 Year Olds will be evaluated from 10:00 am to 11:45 pm, 10 Year Olds will be evaluated from 12:00 pm to 1:45 pm.
- Sunday, February 19 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. 11 Year Olds will be evaluated from 11:00 am to 12:45 pm, 12 Year Olds will be evaluated from 1:00 pm to 2:45 pm.
Please have the players dress in sneakers, athletic shorts and t-shirts. The evaluations will be held inside the gym at Bangor Senior High School so please no CLEATS. Each player should bring their own glove, batting helmet and bat if they have one. We will have a limited amount of equipment there in case someone does not have a batting helmet or bat
Tracking with Snowshoes
Saturday, February 18, 10:00 AM – 12 noon
Enjoy a trek through the snow in snowshoes looking for animal tracks and signs. Snowshoes and trekking poles will be provided. If we don’t get any snow we’ll hike in our boots. Participants should wear waterproof boots, dress for the weather, bring snacks and bottled water. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your age and weight range when registering to determine what size snowshoe you will need.
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.
Enjoy a trek through the snow in snowshoes looking for animal tracks and signs. Snowshoes and trekking poles will be provided. If we don’t get any snow we’ll hike in our boots. Participants should wear waterproof boots, dress for the weather, bring snacks and bottled water. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your age and weight range when registering to determine what size snowshoe you will need.
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.
BAHS Drama Department Pancake Breakfast
On Saturday, February 18, from 8am to noon, at Bangor Area Middle School, the Bangor High School Drama Department will host the fourth annual pancake breakfast with the cast of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.” Classic characters, such as Belle, the Beast, and Mrs. Potts, will transport visitors to the French countryside as they welcome guests of all ages with music, food, and activities.
In addition to restaurant-quality food and top-notch service, patrons can take advantage of a special opportunity to have their photo taken with the princess, the beast, and the enchanted characters. After snapping a photo and filling their bellies, guests can play games and participate in other activities, all while enjoying musical performances from the cast of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”.
The breakfast will raise funds for the high school musical production of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”. Performance dates are: March 3, 4 & 5, 2017. Tickets for the musical will be available for purchase at the pancake breakfast or you can call 610-599-7011 x1001 for further information regarding tickets for the musical.
Tickets for the “Be Our Guest ” pancake breakfast can be purchased ahead of time by calling Sue Bina at 610-588-3041. Pre-purchased tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children 5 and younger (children 2 and younger eat free). At the door, adults will pay $7 and children will pay $5.
In addition to restaurant-quality food and top-notch service, patrons can take advantage of a special opportunity to have their photo taken with the princess, the beast, and the enchanted characters. After snapping a photo and filling their bellies, guests can play games and participate in other activities, all while enjoying musical performances from the cast of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”.
The breakfast will raise funds for the high school musical production of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”. Performance dates are: March 3, 4 & 5, 2017. Tickets for the musical will be available for purchase at the pancake breakfast or you can call 610-599-7011 x1001 for further information regarding tickets for the musical.
Tickets for the “Be Our Guest ” pancake breakfast can be purchased ahead of time by calling Sue Bina at 610-588-3041. Pre-purchased tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children 5 and younger (children 2 and younger eat free). At the door, adults will pay $7 and children will pay $5.
February 21
NCC Lineworker Info Session
Northampton Community College (NCC) will be holding free Information sessions about its Lineworker program at 5 pm on February 13 and February 21, 2017 at Alumni Hall, Room 130 A-D, Gates Center, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. These sessions are mandatory for anyone who would like to enroll in the program.
The session will provide students with the opportunity to meet the instructors, hear about the program and its requirements, and gain information about potential resources for financial assistance for qualified candidates.
This hands-on non-credit course is taught by instructors with lineworker experience and has been popular since its inception since 2013. It prepares students for entry-level linework in the electrical and telecommunications industries.
The session will provide students with the opportunity to meet the instructors, hear about the program and its requirements, and gain information about potential resources for financial assistance for qualified candidates.
This hands-on non-credit course is taught by instructors with lineworker experience and has been popular since its inception since 2013. It prepares students for entry-level linework in the electrical and telecommunications industries.
February 23
Tdap Vaccines Available at Sen. Scavello's Office
Pen Argyl, PA – State Senator Mario Scavello will continue his Healthy Living Series in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Health to offer free Tdap vaccine shots at his Pen Argyl District Office on Thursday, February 23 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM (2 N. Robinson Avenue, Pen Argyl).
The Tdap vaccine shots are available to individuals of all ages who are uninsured or underinsured. This service is not available to anyone with Medicare Part D or insurance that already covers the vaccination.
Tdap is a combination booster vaccine that inoculates against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough).
To schedule an appointment, please call the PA Department of Health at 610-250-1825.
State Senator Mario Scavello represents the 40th Senatorial District, which includes portions of Monroe and Northampton Counties. To find out more information regarding this event or any state-related issue, please visit www.marioscavello.com or email mscavello@pasen.gov.
The Tdap vaccine shots are available to individuals of all ages who are uninsured or underinsured. This service is not available to anyone with Medicare Part D or insurance that already covers the vaccination.
Tdap is a combination booster vaccine that inoculates against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough).
To schedule an appointment, please call the PA Department of Health at 610-250-1825.
State Senator Mario Scavello represents the 40th Senatorial District, which includes portions of Monroe and Northampton Counties. To find out more information regarding this event or any state-related issue, please visit www.marioscavello.com or email mscavello@pasen.gov.
February 25
Fun Night of Yoga
Saturday, February 25 at 6 PM - 10 PM come to he Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St, Easton, for a fun night of yoga with Kira Willey (6:30 - 7:30 PM), music by DJARM18 (6:00 - 9:00 PM) and the bluegrass-with-attitude band Moonshine & Millet! Proceeds benefit Shanthi Project!
Saturday, February 25 at 6 PM - 10 PM come to he Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St, Easton, for a fun night of yoga with Kira Willey (6:30 - 7:30 PM), music by DJARM18 (6:00 - 9:00 PM) and the bluegrass-with-attitude band Moonshine & Millet! Proceeds benefit Shanthi Project!
Angel 34 Sweets,Treats & Chocolate
Angel 34 7th Annual Sweets & Treats Wine & Chocolate Event - Join Angel 34 on February 25th at St. Joseph the Worker's Parish Hall in Orefield - This event is sure to tantalize your taste buds and please you palette.
Angel 34 7th Annual Sweets & Treats Wine & Chocolate Event - Join Angel 34 on February 25th at St. Joseph the Worker's Parish Hall in Orefield - This event is sure to tantalize your taste buds and please you palette.
Winter Plant Hike
Saturday, February 25, 10:00 AM-12 noon
Join us for this walk as we look for and identify plants in their winter garb. Learn what plants are important food for birds and other animals during the cold winter months. Also learn about edible plants that can help save you in an emergency situation! Participants should wear waterproof boots, dress for the weather, bring snacks and bottled water. 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.
Join us for this walk as we look for and identify plants in their winter garb. Learn what plants are important food for birds and other animals during the cold winter months. Also learn about edible plants that can help save you in an emergency situation! Participants should wear waterproof boots, dress for the weather, bring snacks and bottled water. 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.
Science on a Sphere
Nurture Nature Science Theater and Events Sat, February 25, 10am – 1pm at 518 Northampton Street, Easton presents Science on a Sphere, live presenter will be available to answer your questions and show you displays of Earth and space science.
Nurture Nature Science Theater and Events Sat, February 25, 10am – 1pm at 518 Northampton Street, Easton presents Science on a Sphere, live presenter will be available to answer your questions and show you displays of Earth and space science.
February 28
Food drive for Benders Church
Food drive for Benders Church now through February 28 Please place the items you wish to donate in the bins at the Blue Mt. Community library in Pen Argyl.
Fastnacht Donut Sale at Christ Lutheran Church
A Donut Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Tuesday, February 28th. These delicious homemade donuts are available powdered or plain. Donuts should be picked up by 1 pm. The cost is $7.00 per dozen. Orders are recommended and can be placed until February 25th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-588-0809.
A Donut Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Tuesday, February 28th. These delicious homemade donuts are available powdered or plain. Donuts should be picked up by 1 pm. The cost is $7.00 per dozen. Orders are recommended and can be placed until February 25th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-588-0809.
March 2
NCC to Stage Play Buzzer
Buzzer, a play by Tracey Scott Wilson, will be staged in early March at the Norman R. Roberts Lab Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Northampton Community College (NCC), 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Performances will take place Thursday, March 2; Friday, March 3; Friday, March 4; and Monday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, March 5 at 3:00 p.m.
The play examines urban gentrification through an interracial couple’s relationship as they move to the inner city.
Buzzer, a play by Tracey Scott Wilson, will be staged in early March at the Norman R. Roberts Lab Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Northampton Community College (NCC), 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Performances will take place Thursday, March 2; Friday, March 3; Friday, March 4; and Monday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, March 5 at 3:00 p.m.
The play examines urban gentrification through an interracial couple’s relationship as they move to the inner city.
March 4
Hunter Education Classes
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is hosting a hunter training course on Saturday, March 4, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at East Bath Rod and Gun Club, Township Line Road, Bath. The course is required by law for all first-time hunters and trappers before they can purchase a license.
If you are interested in registering for the class, please click here.
If you are interested in registering for the class, please click here.
March 11
Slater Family Network Silent Auction
The Slater Family Network’s 11th Annual Silent Auction is scheduled for Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Five Points Elementary School on the Bangor Area School District Campus. The profit from this event will benefit local families in need. The event begins at 10am for browsing and placement of tickets. The tickets will be pulled at 12noon. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.
There are over 80 themed baskets and premium items such as gift cards, 50” Flat Screen TV, Inflatable Kayak, 2 bikes, Vera Bradley Bags, Coach Handbags, Xbox One and much more! Family admission is $12 which includes 26 tickets. Tickets for the premium prizes will be available for a separate purchase.
Please join us for some family fun! Please call the Slater Family Network office at 610-599-7019 for information.
The Slater Family Network’s 11th Annual Silent Auction is scheduled for Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Five Points Elementary School on the Bangor Area School District Campus. The profit from this event will benefit local families in need. The event begins at 10am for browsing and placement of tickets. The tickets will be pulled at 12noon. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.
There are over 80 themed baskets and premium items such as gift cards, 50” Flat Screen TV, Inflatable Kayak, 2 bikes, Vera Bradley Bags, Coach Handbags, Xbox One and much more! Family admission is $12 which includes 26 tickets. Tickets for the premium prizes will be available for a separate purchase.
Please join us for some family fun! Please call the Slater Family Network office at 610-599-7019 for information.
March 16
Join Rotary for 'Not Just Another Auction"
STROUDSBURG - The Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs presents its 7th annual Not Just Another Auction, “The Luck of the Rotary,” on Thursday, March 16th, 2017, 6-10PM, at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort. The auction includes an Irish inspired buffet dinner, entertainment, silent and live auctions and a cash bar. Tickets are $50 per person and sponsorships, as well as in-kind donation opportunities, are available for both the silent and live auctions.
During the event, the 3rd Annual Alex “Buzz” Bensinger Lifetime Achievement award will be presented to Charles and Virginia Kirkwood for their dedication to the community and unwavering support of the principles of Rotary and the Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs.
Proceeds from Not Just Another Auction benefit Valor Clinic Foundation’s Veterans’ Unstoppable PTSD program, as well as Women’s Resources and the club’s other non-profit and charitable causes.
For information, tickets and sponsorship details please e-mail, notjustanotherauction@gmail.com or visit www.stroudsburgsrotary.org.
The Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs meets weekly at noon on Thursdays at the Sycamore Grille in Delaware Water Gap. For further information on the club, visit www.stroudsburgsrotary.org.
During the event, the 3rd Annual Alex “Buzz” Bensinger Lifetime Achievement award will be presented to Charles and Virginia Kirkwood for their dedication to the community and unwavering support of the principles of Rotary and the Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs.
Proceeds from Not Just Another Auction benefit Valor Clinic Foundation’s Veterans’ Unstoppable PTSD program, as well as Women’s Resources and the club’s other non-profit and charitable causes.
For information, tickets and sponsorship details please e-mail, notjustanotherauction@gmail.com or visit www.stroudsburgsrotary.org.
The Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs meets weekly at noon on Thursdays at the Sycamore Grille in Delaware Water Gap. For further information on the club, visit www.stroudsburgsrotary.org.
March 19
Designer Bag Bingo
Designer Bag Bingo will be held March 19 Sunday at 12:00 PM at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Co.
Bags and Barks Festival
Proceeds benefit Boomer’s Angels Rescue & Care(501C3). Each winner receives a Coach Handbag! $35 Advanced Pricing for Bingo! Sunday, March 19, 2017 12pm -5Pm , Ridgecrest at Stroudsmoor Country Inn. 12-1pm Luncheon (Luncheon cost $25 extra)
Doors open at 1 PM for Bingo. Bingo runs from 1:30pm -4pm
$45 at the door for Bingo (Luncheon not available at the door)
Get your advance tickets now, only 250 Advance tickets sold. Over 18 only.
You can pay through PayPal or checks can be made payable and mailed to Boomer’s Angels Animal Rescue & Care, PO Box 144, Martins Creek, PA 18063
Doors open at 1 PM for Bingo. Bingo runs from 1:30pm -4pm
$45 at the door for Bingo (Luncheon not available at the door)
Get your advance tickets now, only 250 Advance tickets sold. Over 18 only.
You can pay through PayPal or checks can be made payable and mailed to Boomer’s Angels Animal Rescue & Care, PO Box 144, Martins Creek, PA 18063
March 31
Plainfield/Wind Gap School Fundraiser
Come out for a chance to win some fabulous baskets sponsored by one of our Plainfield and Wind Gap classrooms or by a fantastic local businesses! There will be a 50/50 raffle as well! Last year they had over 200 prizes, so come on out and support the music departments of Plainfield Elementary and Wind Gap Middle School.
Friday, March 31 at 4:30 PM - 12 AM and Mar 31 at 4:30 PM to Apr 1 at 12 AM. Wind Gap Middle School 1620 Teels Rd, Pen Argyl.
Friday, March 31 at 4:30 PM - 12 AM and Mar 31 at 4:30 PM to Apr 1 at 12 AM. Wind Gap Middle School 1620 Teels Rd, Pen Argyl.
April 2
American Cancer Society Egg Hunt
The American Cancer Society's second annual community egg hunt will be held Saturday, April 1, 2:00 pm at East Bangor Park, The egg hunt will be for ages 0 to 10. An adult egg hunt will follow. They are looking for vendors, have limited space with first come, first serve for $10. Adult Pair Egg Hunt for a five-dollar donation. Several prizes will be given out. Take a picture with the Easter bunny using your own camera for a donation. Bake sale!!! Special thanks to East Bangor Fire Company and East Bangor Park Board. Contact them to register for the adult egg hunt and the vendors. Call Ashley Frey (call or text) 484-892-1567 or Britney Weiss (text) 484-353-6615.
April 20
Seventh Annual 912 Scholarship
The family and friends of Mr. Denny Strouse are offering a $1000 scholarship in loving memory of Denny. The 7th Annual “912” Scholarship is for a graduating Bangor HS senior who plans on attending a technical school or college. The scholarship is awarded to a well rounded student with interests in academics, outdoor sporting activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking and an enthusiasm for the outdoors. The student must possess a giving spirit exemplified through community service and love for family and friends. The application process is being facilitated by Slater Family Network. Applications are in the HS Guidance office, Slater Family Network office or on the school district website front page under 2017 Scholarships or under Slater Family Network.
Applications are due in the SFN office by Thursday, April 20. If you have any questions please call the office at 610-599-7019.
The family and friends of Mr. Denny Strouse are offering a $1000 scholarship in loving memory of Denny. The 7th Annual “912” Scholarship is for a graduating Bangor HS senior who plans on attending a technical school or college. The scholarship is awarded to a well rounded student with interests in academics, outdoor sporting activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking and an enthusiasm for the outdoors. The student must possess a giving spirit exemplified through community service and love for family and friends. The application process is being facilitated by Slater Family Network. Applications are in the HS Guidance office, Slater Family Network office or on the school district website front page under 2017 Scholarships or under Slater Family Network.
Applications are due in the SFN office by Thursday, April 20. If you have any questions please call the office at 610-599-7019.
May 20
Art in the Park
Forks Area Art Society - 2017 “Amp Up The Art!” ART IN THE PARK Call for Artist’s/Craftsman’s/Vendors. Forks Area Art Society is hosting its fourth outdoor art show to promote a creative community gathering of artists. Come join the fun!
Saturday May 20, 2017 (Rain or Shine); 11:00 am - 5:00 pm; Forks Township Community Center Amphitheater, 500 Zucksville Road, Easton PA 18040
Registration Fees:
• Non-members: $40.00 for each 12x12 space.
• FAAS Members (2017 dues paid): $30.00 for each 12x12 space.
• Food Vendor – Business Flat Fee: $50.00 for each 12x12 space.
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2017. Info: forksartsociety@gmail.com or Penny at (610) 746-3026.
Forks Area Art Society - 2017 “Amp Up The Art!” ART IN THE PARK Call for Artist’s/Craftsman’s/Vendors. Forks Area Art Society is hosting its fourth outdoor art show to promote a creative community gathering of artists. Come join the fun!
Saturday May 20, 2017 (Rain or Shine); 11:00 am - 5:00 pm; Forks Township Community Center Amphitheater, 500 Zucksville Road, Easton PA 18040
Registration Fees:
• Non-members: $40.00 for each 12x12 space.
• FAAS Members (2017 dues paid): $30.00 for each 12x12 space.
• Food Vendor – Business Flat Fee: $50.00 for each 12x12 space.
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2017. Info: forksartsociety@gmail.com or Penny at (610) 746-3026.
September 2
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 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
Slate Belt Senior Center
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Exercise , Wednesdays, 10:00 A.M.
Afternoon with the Arts, Thursday, 12:15 P.M.
Pool Tables are available every morning & Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons
Morning Stretch, Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30 A.M
Crafts & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M
Afternoon with the Arts, Thursdays, 12:15 P.M.
Tax Preparation by AARP, Fridays, 8:A.M.-2:00 P.M.
(MUST call 484-541-0198 for appointment)
FEBRUARY EVENTS
Poker, Tuesday, February 7, 12:15 P.M.
Oscar Name That Tune, Thursday, Feb. 9, 10:00 A.M.
Farkle, Thursday, February 9, 12:15 P.M.
Valentine Meal, Friday, February 10
MUSIC WITH BILL REESE, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 12:30 P.M.
AARP Meeting, Monday, February 13, 12:30 P.M.
Council Meeting, Thursday, February 16, 9:00 A.M.
Events Committee Meeting, Thursday, February 16, 12:30 P.M.
Baseball, Friday, February 17, 10:00 A.M.
Poker, Tuesday, February, 21, 12:15 P.M.
Oscar Trivia, Thursday, February 23, 10:00 A.M.
Painting with Hen House, Tuesday, February 28, 1:00-3:00 P.M.
Pen Argyl - February 2017
MTD: 0.98 YTD: 4.43 Normal: 2.77
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Dec. 6 |
1.00 |
3.00 |
Dec. 11 |
.50 |
3.50 |
Dec. 17 |
2.00 |
5.00 |
Dec. 29 |
2.50 |
7.50 |
Jan. 6 |
.50 |
8.00 |
Jan. 11 |
.25 |
8.25 |
Jan, 14 |
1.00 |
9.25 |
Jan. 31 |
1.0 |
10.25 |
Feb 9 |
6.0 |
16.25 |
Blue Mt. Library New Books
Adult Fiction:
Victoria, Daisy Goodwin
To Capture What We Cannot Keep, Beatrice Colin
Monticello, Sally Gunning
Ghosts Of War, Brad Taylor
Karolina's Twins, Ronald Balson
How Will I Know You, Jessica Treadway
The Education Of Dixie Dupree, Donna Everhart
The Sound Of Rain, Gregg Olsen
The Barefoot Summer, Carolyn Brown
Out Of Bounds, Val McDermid
The Midnight Bell, Jack Higgins
The Guests On South Battery, Karen White
First Comes Love, Emily Giffin
The Mistress, Danielle Steel
Below The Belt, Stuart Woods
Adult Large Print:
Because You're Mine, Colleen Coble
Crash and Burn, Fern Michaels
Boomer's Bucket List, Sue Pethick
Where The Lost Girls Go, R.J. Noonan
Mulberry Moon, Catherine Anderson
Adult Non-Fiction:
We Have Your Daughter, Paula Woodward
Hillbilly Elegy, J. D. Vance
Getting Real, Gretchen Carlson
Hidden Figures, Margot L. Shetterly
Rise Of The Rocket Girls, Nathalia Holt
Victoria, Daisy Goodwin
To Capture What We Cannot Keep, Beatrice Colin
Monticello, Sally Gunning
Ghosts Of War, Brad Taylor
Karolina's Twins, Ronald Balson
How Will I Know You, Jessica Treadway
The Education Of Dixie Dupree, Donna Everhart
The Sound Of Rain, Gregg Olsen
The Barefoot Summer, Carolyn Brown
Out Of Bounds, Val McDermid
The Midnight Bell, Jack Higgins
The Guests On South Battery, Karen White
First Comes Love, Emily Giffin
The Mistress, Danielle Steel
Below The Belt, Stuart Woods
Adult Large Print:
Because You're Mine, Colleen Coble
Crash and Burn, Fern Michaels
Boomer's Bucket List, Sue Pethick
Where The Lost Girls Go, R.J. Noonan
Mulberry Moon, Catherine Anderson
Adult Non-Fiction:
We Have Your Daughter, Paula Woodward
Hillbilly Elegy, J. D. Vance
Getting Real, Gretchen Carlson
Hidden Figures, Margot L. Shetterly
Rise Of The Rocket Girls, Nathalia Holt
Bangor Library New Books
(Feb 2 - Feb 8)
Adult Fiction
Twelve Days by Alex Berenson
A Dogs Purpose by Bruce Cameron
Right Behind You by Lisa Gardner
Curtain of Death by W.e.b. Griffin
Roberts B. Parkers Revelation by Robert Knott
A Book of American Martyrs by Joyce Carol Oates
Rather Be the Devil by Ian Rankin
Echo’s in Death by J.d. Robb.
Adult non Fiction
Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman
Settle for More by Megyn Kelly
Hidden Figures: the American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly.
Junior Fiction
Old Yeller by Fred Gipson
Anne of Green Gables by L.m. Montgomery.
Young Adult Fiction
Kings Cage by Victoria Aveyard
Blade Silver
Faded Denim
Harsh Pink
Moon White by Melody Carlson
Caraval by Stephanie Garber
Wires and Nerve Volume 1 by Marissa Meyer.
Easy non Fiction
Dreamworks Trolls by Veronica Wagner.
(Feb 2 - Feb 8)
Adult Fiction
Twelve Days by Alex Berenson
A Dogs Purpose by Bruce Cameron
Right Behind You by Lisa Gardner
Curtain of Death by W.e.b. Griffin
Roberts B. Parkers Revelation by Robert Knott
A Book of American Martyrs by Joyce Carol Oates
Rather Be the Devil by Ian Rankin
Echo’s in Death by J.d. Robb.
Adult non Fiction
Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman
Settle for More by Megyn Kelly
Hidden Figures: the American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly.
Junior Fiction
Old Yeller by Fred Gipson
Anne of Green Gables by L.m. Montgomery.
Young Adult Fiction
Kings Cage by Victoria Aveyard
Blade Silver
Faded Denim
Harsh Pink
Moon White by Melody Carlson
Caraval by Stephanie Garber
Wires and Nerve Volume 1 by Marissa Meyer.
Easy non Fiction
Dreamworks Trolls by Veronica Wagner.
Slate Belt Road Work
ROAD NAME: PA 33 Ramps
BETWEEN: Belfast AND Jacobsburg Rd.
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: No restriction.
START DATE: 02/09/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/10/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
ROAD NAME: Sullivan Trail
BETWEEN: Bangor Road AND Getz Road
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 02/06/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/06/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
ROAD NAME: Sullivan Trail
BETWEEN: Getz Road AND PA 512
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 02/08/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/10/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
ROAD NAME: PA 248
BETWEEN: Nazareth Drive & Mountain View Drive
Type of Work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 02/10/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/10/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
ROAD NAME: US 22
BETWEEN: New Jersey State Line & 13th Street Exit
Type of Work: Drainage
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Westbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 02/01/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/01/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
ROAD NAME: US 22
BETWEEN: PA 512 AND PA 33
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 02/08/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/09/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
ROAD NAME: US 22
BETWEEN: Wood Avenue AND Bushkill Drive
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 02/06/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/06/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
BETWEEN: Belfast AND Jacobsburg Rd.
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: No restriction.
START DATE: 02/09/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/10/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
ROAD NAME: Sullivan Trail
BETWEEN: Bangor Road AND Getz Road
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 02/06/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/06/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
ROAD NAME: Sullivan Trail
BETWEEN: Getz Road AND PA 512
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 02/08/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/10/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
ROAD NAME: PA 248
BETWEEN: Nazareth Drive & Mountain View Drive
Type of Work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 02/10/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/10/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
ROAD NAME: US 22
BETWEEN: New Jersey State Line & 13th Street Exit
Type of Work: Drainage
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Westbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 02/01/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/01/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
ROAD NAME: US 22
BETWEEN: PA 512 AND PA 33
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 02/08/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/09/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
ROAD NAME: US 22
BETWEEN: Wood Avenue AND Bushkill Drive
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction.
START DATE: 02/06/2017 Est. Completion Date: 02/06/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
January 12, 2017 Oxford Fire Co. 33 O’Neill’s Place 23 – Bill Griffett 12-2, Jim Huff 10-4; Andy Conroy 9-5, Justin Wagner 9-5 Bangor Elks 36 East Bangor Fire Co. 20 – George Gallagher 13-1, Ryan Kreider 13-1; Bill Pascoe 10-4 Bangor Jax 34 Pen Argyl Legion 22 – Dave Giaquinto 10-4, Rick Wagner 10-4, A.J. Gilliland 10-4 Roseto Legion 32 Rescue Fire Co. 24 – Bob Vargo, Jr. 12-2; Horst Hoppe 9-5 Second Ward Fire Co. 30 Liberty Fire Co. 26 – Carl Boos 11-3, Sam Bossert 10-4; Phil Martin 9-5, Harry Edwards 9-5 Bangor VFW 41 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 15 – Ryan Comunale 12-2, Jeff LaBar 12-2, Chad Kreider 12-2; Bob Kelley 7-7 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 36 Columbia Fire Co. 20 – Derek Wynne 10-4, Scott Saltern 10-4; Bob Ponnett 8-6, Vic Zeeman 8-6 Roseto Legion 37 Columbia Fire Co. 19 – Woody Ivins 12-2, Tom Amy 10-4 Oxford Fire Co. 35 East Bangor Fire Co. 21 – Ken Hagan 11-3, Tim Steele 10-4 Bangor Jax 32 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 24 – Dave Giaquinto 12-2, Jim Hughes 11-3; Adam Kluska 12-2 Pen Argyl Legion 41 Second Ward Fire Co. 15 – Steve Pfeiffer 13-1, Matt Moore 11-3 Bangor Elks won by forfeit over Roseto Rod & Gun Club O’Neill’s Place 41 Liberty Fire Co. 15 – Jack Bellis 14-0 Bangor VFW 32 Rescue Fire Co. 24 – Jeff LaBar 10-4; Jeff Kneebone 8-6 2016-2017 SBMQL Second Half Standings Division 1 – Oxford Fire Co. 5-0, Bangor Elks 5-0, Bangor Jax 5-0, O’Neill’s Place 4-1, Roseto Legion 4-1, Pen Argyl Legion 3-2, Bangor VFW 3-2 Division 2 – Hillside Rod & Gun Club 3-2, East Bangor Fire Co. 2-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-4, Rescue Fire Co. 0-5, Liberty Fire Co. 0-5, Columbia Fire Co. 0-5, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-5 New League, New Rivalries, Same Fun
Allentown, PA: The Lehigh Valley Steelhawks are happy to announce their 2017 National Arena League (NAL) schedule. Featuring six home and six away games, the Steelhawks season opens at home on Sunday, March 19 th at 4pm against the expansion Dayton Wolfpack.
“After much anticipation are thrilled to be able to release our 2017 league schedule today,” stated Steelhawks General Manager Mike Clark. “The National Arena League is ready to kickoff its inaugural season, and we can’t wait to start our seventh year of play. Week one can’t come soon enough, and we look forward to seeing the Steelhawks faithful out in full force this season inside the PPL Center.” Additional schedule highlights include a Week Three matchup where the team will be making the long trip to Florida to take on the Jacksonville Sharks, former members of the AFL. Week Four brings a familiar opponent to the Valley; the Columbus Lions will be in the Hawks Nest for the Steelhawks second home game on April 9th. The Steelhawks closest rivals this year will be the Dayton (Ohio) Wolfpack and the High Country (North Carolina) Grizzlies, each of whom appear on Lehigh Valley’s schedule multiple times; LV faces Dayton four times – two home, two away, and High Country three times – one home, two away. Full schedule is as follows:
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