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SLATE BELT COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
PART TIME POSITION AVAILABLE
Manager
Responsibilities:

To understand the shared concerns of member organizations, to build consensus around activities that can be jointly pursed in the future, to ensure the legitimacy, value and return on investment of the Slate Belt Council of Governments programs.
Define and develop specific program guidelines for sharing of services, equipment, purchasing, etc. Provide a mechanism to offer members.
Grant writing

Remit resume to SB COG, 187 Blue Valley Dr., Bangor PA 18013 or email sbcog187@gmail.com

Today's Weather .........

Today - Mostly sunny, with a high near 42. Northwest wind 5 to 7 mph.
Tonight - Partly cloudy, with a low around 25. Light north wind.

Hazardous Weather Alerts.......

Strong winds, potentially gusting as high as 50 to 60 mph, are possible on Monday.

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CURRENT CONDITIONS

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Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania, weather forecast

SUNRISE/SUNSET

https://www.willyweather.com/pa/northampton-county/pen-argyl.html

AIR QUALITY

PENNSYLVANIA - routes 22, 33, 78, 80

Roadwork on US 22 westbound at Exit: 13TH STREET. There is a ramp restriction.
Roadwork on PA 33 southbound between Exit: HECKTOWN ROAD and Exit: WILLIAM PENN HIGHWAY. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on PA 33 northbound between Exit: WILLIAM PENN HIGHWAY and Exit: HECKTOWN ROAD. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on US 22 westbound between 1 miles EAST of Exit: FULLERTON AVENUE and Exit: PA 145 NORTH - MACARTHUR RD. There is a traffic disruption
Roadwork on US 22 eastbound between Exit: PA 145 SOUTH - 7TH STREET/MACARTHUR RD and 1 miles WEST of Exit: AIRPORT ROAD SOUTH. There is a traffic disruption..

new jersey - routes 78, 80

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slate Belt - scheduled penndot work

PA 512 Between: Center Street and North Delaware Drive. Crack Sealing Daytime Restriction: This will be a moving operation. Be alert for lane restrictions anywhere along the route. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone. Start date: 2/19/19 Est completion date: 2/22/19 Restrictions in effect 09:00 AM To 02:00 PM Will rain cause delays? Yes

Pen Argyl College Commitment Day.....

Pen Argyl High School Senior athletes signed Letters of Intent Thursday to further their education as student athletes in college. Front Row (L-R) Jacob Abbruzzese, Football - Lebanon Valley; Jake Davis, Football - Lycoming; Anderson Dear, Football- Rhodes; Stu Kernosh, Soccer - Mansfield; Austen LaBarre, Baseball - Shippensburg and Lauren Reduzzi, Field Hockey - Drew. PHOTO GALLERY (24 pics) Sbtt Photos Emily Dario.

Tips for Faster Flu Recovery

  With last year’s flu season having been associated with 80,000 deaths -- one of the deadliest in decades -- focusing on immune health is important.
There are essentially three stages of the flu: incubation -- 1. the development of the virus within your body; 2. infection -- when most symptoms are strongest; and 3. convalescence -- as your body recuperates from the virus.
“Most people are familiar with vaccines to prevent the flu and remedies to relieve symptoms. There is less awareness about the recovery stage, when your body is weakened by the virus and at risk for other ailments,” says Dr. Fred Pescatore, renowned natural health physician.
Last year, a study found adult patients had higher risk of heart attack after an influenza diagnosis.
To ensure proper recovery, Dr. Pescatore is offering the following tips.
Increase Air Moisture
Adding moisture to the air can help reduce congestion and soothe the throat while recovering from the flu. Using a humidifier in dry rooms can ease symptoms. Also, try a face steam. Begin by boiling a pot of water. Remove it from the heat and bring your face close while draping a towel over your head to breathe in the steam. This is an easy at-home remedy that you can put your own spin on by adding herbs and oils. Dr. Pescatore recommends drops of peppermint to open up the nasal passages even more.
Get Rest
You may be feeling better, but you’re still recovering. It’s tempting to jump right back into your routine, but you still need extra rest and hydration.
Drink Herbal Tea
Drinking herbal tea is one of the easiest ways to soothe lingering symptoms.
Add a Super-Antioxidant
A new peer-reviewed study shows that supplementing with the natural super-antioxidant Robuvit (Ro-boo-vit), French oak wood extract, supports flu recuperation.
Participants in the study took 300 mg of Robuvit daily for three weeks once their flu symptoms ended. Researchers found that after 10 days, participants who supplemented with Robuvit experienced increased post-flu strength, enhanced attention and concentration and better sleep quality.
Robuvit is backed by more than a dozen studies showing its benefits for natural energy, flu recovery, detox and sports performance. For more information, visit www.robuvit.com.
“The body is under stress during a bout of flu. Inflammation is up and oxygen levels and blood pressure can drop. Helping your body recover fully is important,” says Dr. Pescatore. (StatePoint)

Today Special Events In The Slate Belt.......

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Today's Regular Slate Belt Events.....
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

Full Calendar

New Announcements.......

Emrick to Host Minsi Lake Information Meeting
State Rep. Joe Emrick (R-Northampton) will host an information meeting on Monday, March 4, to provide the latest news on the Minsi Lake Dam project. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m., in the auditorium of Bangor Area Middle School, 401 5 Points Richmond Road. Richmond Road, Bangor, PA 18013.
“I recently met with Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Executive Director Tim Schaeffer, who gave me a progress report on construction at Minsi Lake,” Emrick said. “My office is frequently contacted about the project, and this will be an easy way to get out the latest news.”
Representatives from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and engineering firm KC Construction Company will provide updates on repair of the dam and replacement of the spillway, as well as a timetable for re-filling the lake.
Questions about this or any legislative issue should be directed to Emrick’s district offices at (610) 588-8011 or (610) 746-5090.

Today In Slate Belt Sports.......

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Eagle Cam......

The Live-streamed Eagle cam from Hanover Pa. is back for its fifth year. Sightings have already been recorded. They are currently in their nest-building phase. Eggs are likely to be laid in mid to late February. Incubation time is about 35 days, meaning the eggs would likely hatch some time in late March. Click on the graphic to see the nest in real time.

Smith Chosen For Region V Band

Bangor Slater Band member Steffani Smith has been selected to perform in the PMEA Region V band. The festival will be held March 7-9, 2019, at Conrad Weiser High School in Robesonia, PA.
Region V encompasses 15 Pennsylvania counties from south central PA to northeast PA. Steffani performed in District 10 earlier this year. The best of the District 10 musicians from northeast PA will join the best of District 7 musicians from south central PA for the Region V band.
The band will be under the baton of Dr. Kyle Glaser who serves as the Associate Director of Bands at Texas State University. He holds a Doctor of Music degree in Conducting from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. Prior to his appointment at Texas State, Glaser served as the Director of Bands at the East Stroudsburg Area South High School.
He has also served as the interim director of the East Stroudsburg University/Community Concert Band, and was the co-director of the COTA Cats in Delaware Water Gap, a regional high school honors jazz ensemble that was founded by jazz legend Phil Woods.

This is one of many memorable moments of a game between the Harlem Wizards and the Slate Belt Dream Team played Friday night at Pen Argyl High School to benefit the school's D.A.R.E program. PHOTO GALLERY (35 pics) Sbtt Photo Emily Dario

District Attorney John Morganelli will be the guest speaker of the Pen Argyl Women's Club Monday, March 4th, 7:30pm at St John Lutheran Church on Westbrook Avenue in Pen Argyl. The public is cordially invited to attend. Refreshments will be served immediately afterward. The Pen Argyl Women’s Club meets the first Monday of every month and is always accepting new members.

New Pennsylvania Farm Bill
State officials revealed what they called a “historic proposal” to pump $24 million into programs to protect and expand agriculture.
. The plan would embrace the growing of hemp, including its use as an approved animal feed. Preserved farm restrictions would be relaxed to allow properties to be subdivided.
To protect the future health of farming in the state, tax credits for farmers would be expanded and wider farm equipment would be able to be driven on public roads.
For dairy farmers, a new $5 million program would be established to help struggling farmers transition to organic produce and develop and market niche dairy products.
Another $2.5 million will go for grants to farmers to help them afford conservation practices being pushed by the state and federal government as part of the Chesapeake Bay restoration. And $500,000 will be used for loans to farmers for the measures.
The Pennsylvania Farm Bill allocates $24 million in additional funding to chart a real path for a dynamic and prosperous farming economy in Pennsylvania. It’s about providing more opportunities to our farmers by creating more jobs, more income, and more hope.
• Spending of $2.6 million to make Pennsylvania the leading organic state.
• Exemption of the realty transfer tax when preserved farmland is transferred to a beginning farmer.
• Creation of a Pennsylvania Dairy Investment Program for $5 million to help dairy farmers transition to organics and marketing grants to sell their products.
• Creation of a Center for Animal Agriculture Excellence for $1 million by expanding meat processing facilities, help with food safety compliance and converting hemp to animal feed.
• Using $500,000 to create new and expand markets for small or new meat producers.
• The width of farm equipment allowed to be driven on roads will be expanded from 16 feet to 18 feet.
• Creation of a Pennsylvania Rapid Response Disaster Readiness Account for $5 million to allow a quick response to agricultural disasters such as the spotted lanternfly outbreak and Avian Influenza.
• Spending $500,000 to encourage high-priority crops such as hemp, hops and hardwoods.

Warmth in Winter a Challenge For Birds
Winter is a challenging time for backyard birds such as cardinals, woodpeckers, nuthatches, chickadees, titmice and wrens.
But roosting in tree cavities, bird boxes and an assortment of makeshift shelters can help these birds stay warmer at night and give them an energetic edge. .
During the day, birds must eat enough to build up the fat reserves needed to keep them alive through long and cold winter nights. Roosting in protected places gives the wrens (and other birds) a better chance of weathering the elements and conserving the hard-won energy reserves they gained during the day. Studies of birds roosting in nests have shown that such domiciles confer critical energy savings. The same goes for roosting in tree cavities and bird boxes.
In the coldest times, some species will huddle together to stay warm.
While our backyard birds might be just fine on their own, we can help birds by offering places for them to roost in winter. The easiest way to do this is to have a variety of bird boxes available during winter.
The chickadee is one species that does not make the seasonal flight to warmer climates. Instead, they prepare as much as they can during the fall to survive outside in the cold throughout the winter.
Chickadees can actually grow and shrink their brains! When it’s time to store food in the fall, the birds need a strong mechanism for remembering their hiding spots. Neurons are added to the hippocampus region of their brain, increasing volume by about 30%. As the winter comes to a close, temperatures rise, and food becomes more readily available, their brains shrink down because the birds no longer need the super-strong memory.

St. David’s Day (Dewi Sant) Celebration

On March 1, come celebrate St. David’s Day with Celtic Cultural Alliance! Martha Capwell Fox, author, historian, and D&L Historian and Archives Coordinator, will be sharing her knowledge of the impact of the Welsh immigrants in the development of the Lehigh Valley.
The event will be held at Life in Christ Church, 51 E. Hillmond St. Bethlehem from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
After her informative talk, you are then invited to test your knowledge in a Welsh Trivia Contest and celebrate the Welsh love of singing and music through an open microphone forum.
St. David, or Dewi Sant, as he is known in the Welsh language, is the patron saint of Wales and he is celebrated on March 1, the date of St. David’s death in 589 A. D.
Martha Capwell Fox is the author of Catasauqua and North Catasauqua and Whitehall and Coplay and the coauthor of The Lehigh Valley Cement Industry. Her latest book, set to be released sometime soon, is Geology, Geography, and Genius: The Industrial History of the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor.
For information about this event or other CCA programs, please go to www.celticfest.org, call 610-868-9599, or contact mmulligan@celticfest.org.
In the event of cancellation, please check out our Facebook page, Celtic Classic at https://www.facebook.com/CelticClassic.

Chickens Key to Halting Flu Pandemic
British scientists are developing gene-edited chickens designed to be totally resistant to flu in a new approach to trying to stop the next deadly human pandemic.
The first of the transgenic chicks will be hatched later this year at the Roslin Institute at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, said Wendy Barclay, a professor of virology at Imperial College London who is co-leading the project.
The birds’ DNA has been altered using a new gene editing technology known as CRISPR. In this case the “edits” are to remove parts of a protein on which the flu virus normally depends, making the chickens totally flu-resistant.
The idea is to generate poultry that cannot get flu and would form a “buffer between wild birds and humans”, Barclay said.
The death toll in the last flu pandemic in 2009/10 - caused by the H1N1 strain and considered to be relatively mild - was around half a million people worldwide. The historic 1918 Spanish flu killed around 50 million people.
The greatest fear now is that a deadly strain could jump from wild birds via poultry into humans, and then mutate into a pandemic airborne form that can pass easily between people.
Barclay’s team found that a gene present in chickens called ANP32 encodes a protein that all flu viruses depend on to infect a host. Laboratory tests of cells engineered to lack the gene showed they cannot be infected with flu.
Barclay said one of the biggest hurdles to this approach would be poultry producers’ concerns about public acceptance. “People eat food from farmed animals that have been altered by decades of traditional breeding,” she said. “But they might be nervous about eating gene edited food.”

“Mamma Mia, Here We Go Again," Pancake Breakfast

On Saturday March 9, 2019 from 8AM to 11AM the Bangor High School Drama Department will be hosting the sixth annual pancake breakfast with the cast of ”Mamma Mia” at the Bangor Area Middle School. Mamma Mia tells the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father so he can walk her down the aisle on her wedding day.
Set on a Greek island paradise it features the music of 70’s pop group sensation ABBA This sensational production contains ABBA's greatest hits, including title song, “Mamma Mia’, "Super Trouper," "Lay All Your Love On Me," "Dancing Queen," "Waterloo" and more! The pancake breakfast features restaurant quality food and top-notch service. Tune up your voice and put on your dancing shoes. Join us for great food, karaoke, dancing, musical performances, a raffle, and other activities for people of all ages.
The breakfast will raise funds for the high school musical production of “Mamma Mia”. Performance dates are: March 29, 30, 31 2019. There is a special preview night for Gold Card patrons, March 27, 2019 at 7:00 PM. 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 “Mamma Mia, Here We Go Again” pancake breakfast can be purchased at the door, $6.00 per person, children 2 and under are free. Please call Sue Bina, 610-588-3041, with any questions.

Public Service Announcements.....

East Bangor Pastie Sale
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, March 3rd. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, March 5th, at 3:30 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA.
Mamma Mia Pancake Breakfast
Saturday March 9, from 8-11 the Bangor High School Drama Department will host the sixth annual pancake breakfast with the cast of ”Mamma Mia” at the Bangor Area Middle School. Mamma Mia tells the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father so he can walk her down the aisle on her wedding day. The breakfast will raise funds for the high school musical production of “Mamma Mia” on March 29, 30, 31.. There is a special preview night for Gold Card patrons, March 27, at 7 PM. Tickets will be available at the pancake breakfast or by calling 610-599-7011 x1001 for further ticket information. Tickets for the “Mamma Mia, Here We Go Again” pancake breakfast can be purchased at the door, $6.pp, children 2 and under are free. Please call Sue Bina, 610-588-3041, with any questions.

Slate Belt Chamber Scholarship Applications
The Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce applications for Scholarship Achievement Award 2019 are available March 1st at the guidance departments of Bangor High School, Pen Argyl High School, Faith Christian & Career Institute of Technology.
The Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce will award one scholarship to a senior from each of the four area schools: Bangor, Pen Argyl, Faith Christian & Career Institute of Technology.  Applicants must reside in the Slate Belt to apply.
The scholarships will be presented to the students based upon the following criteria; academic accomplishment, demonstrated service to school and/or community, demonstration of leadership capabilities and future vocational plans.
Please note: A separate award, The Frederick R. Curcio, Jr. Scholarship Award, may also be applied for at this time.  To qualify a senior must been enrolled in a computer science related course or planning to attend a Technical School of their choice or majoring in computer science.
Applications must be received by April 15, 2019.  To honor the recipients, parents and friends, a Scholarship Awards Dinner is planned for May 17th at Tuscarora Inn.  For more information contact the guidance department or the chamber office at 610.588.1000.

Snow Ball Dinner Dance
Families First  presents  the  9th annual benefit Snow Ball Dinner Dance Margaritaville  Saturday, February 23, 2019 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm at Weona park recreation center.  Music by Romeo Vegas, dinner by Just in Thyme, $25.00 per person in advance $30.00 at the door.  Basket raffles, door prizes , BYOB/dress casual.
For tickets contact Spring Shank – Pen Argyl High School, Heather Reed – Wind Gap Middle School, Kelly Thomas – Plainfield Elementary.  For information contact: Frank Jones – 610-863-9095 ext. 1387 or jones.frank@penargylsd.org.  All proceeds help support Families First free programs
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, March 3rd. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, March 5th, at 3:30 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA.

Knitting Club Forms at Bangor Library
Come join the new knitting club at the Bangor Public Library. Starting On February 23 the group will meet from 11:00 to 1:00 pm very Saturday in the upstairs of the library. (when no special events are being held) Bring your own yarn and your knitting or crocheting materials. Come enjoy knitting, crocheting and socializing. Open to all Adults. So drop on by.

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FREE SUNDAY DINNERS

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

SUNDAY CHURCH SCHEDULE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Grace United Methodist Contemporary Worship - 8:30 am

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

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

House On The Rock Worship - 10:00 am

Mount Bethel Church Worship Services - 10:00 am

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

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

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

Presbyterian Parish of Bangor-Roseto Worship 10:30 am

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

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

The Roseto Independent Worship 9:30 am

Slate Belt Church Worship - 10:30 am

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Worship - 10:00 am

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

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

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

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

St. Vincent dePaul Sunday Mass - 10:30 AM

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

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

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

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

gOING oUT OF TOWN?

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

dRUG TAKE BACK BOX

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

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February 23

Bangor Elks Bingo Bonanza
Bingo Bonanza, Hosted by Bangor Elks #1106 will be held Saturday, February 23, 2019 at 6 PM.
Come enjoy everyone’s favorite game of chance and determination at the Elks. This event will be open to the community.
Doors Open at 5:00 PM and Bingo begins at 6:00 PM. Pre-sale tickets for $20.00 are available at the Elks lodge; after February 16, tickets will be $25.00. Food is being served by Elite Gourmet Catering.

Wintry Night
Join Jasmine at Bloom Creative Studio in creating a beautiful Wintry Night painting on Saturday, February 23 at 10:00 am. Your choice of canvas size - 11x14 is $25 and 16x20 is $35. Cost includes instruction and all supplies. Paint with a purpose! Every purchase helps a woman start over.  REGISTER HERE

Paint Your Pet
Paint your pet night at Bloom with Karin! Saturday, February 23 at 4:00 pm. Paint on a 12x16 for $35 or 16x20 for $45 after registering we will send you a email to send your photo 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! Reserve your spot TODAY.  REGISTER HERE

Needle Felting at Bloom
Needle Felting will be held Sunday, February 24, 2019 from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Join them for a Beginners Needle Felting Workshop. They'll create adorable animals using all natural fibers and needles. Each reservation is $20 and includes the tools and materials as well as introductory teaching on needle felting. Come learn a new creative activity -- you'll get started with these adorable critters and be inspired to create so much more! Space is limited so make your reservation TODAY to secure your spot. Register here: http://bloombangor.org/shop/needle-felt-art

Knitting Club Forms at Bangor Library
Come join the new knitting club at the Bangor Public Library. Starting On February 23 the group will meet from 11:00 to 1:00 pm very Saturday in the upstairs of the library. (when no special events are being held) Bring your own yarn and your knitting or crocheting materials. Come enjoy knitting, crocheting and socializing. Open to all Adults. So drop on by.

Birding at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Saturday, February 23 at 10:00am to 4:00pm.  Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area is one of the premier birding spots in eastern Pennsylvania. Join us for this birding tour of Middle Creek as we enjoy the sights and sounds of Snow Geese, Tundra Swans, and other waterfowl. Cackling Gees and the rare Ross’s Goose have been located among the Snow Geese flocks during previous trips. Bald Eagles and sometimes Golden Eagles have been seen. Please dress for the weather and bring a lunch and binoculars. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Meet at the Middle Creek Visitor Center at 10:00AM. Leaders will stay until dusk to look for Short-eared Owls and listen for American Woodcocks for those who are interested. Registration is required.
You can 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.

Snow Ball Dinner Dance
Families First  presents  the  9th annual benefit Snow Ball Dinner Dance Margaritaville  Saturday, February 23, 2019 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm at Weona park recreation center.  Music by Romeo Vegas, dinner by Just in Thyme, $25.00 per person in advance $30.00 at the door.  Basket raffles, door prizes , BYOB/dress casual.
For tickets contact Spring Shank – Pen Argyl High School, Heather Reed – Wind Gap Middle School, Kelly Thomas – Plainfield Elementary.  For information contact: Frank Jones – 610-863-9095 ext. 1387 or jones.frank@penargylsd.org.  All proceeds help support Families First free programs

February 27
Kid's Art Wednesdays : Mommy & Me at Bloom
Kid's Art Wednesdays : Mommy & Me 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM, Session 1 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Session 2 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Each week has a different age-appropriate project. Individual sessions are $12.00 each or pay $45.00 for a 5 week series. **Registration is required. at (610) 588-4775 or carol@bloomcreativestudio.org 32 Broadway, Bangor PA Sign up by calling the studio, sending an email, Facebook message, or our website. Leave your contact number for voice, text or email and we will get back to you!

March 2

Lorax Story
The Lorax is the "Speaker of the Trees" and with Earth Day around the corner, it's time to think about our Earth. On March 2nd at Grand Central Environmental Education Center beginning at 10 am, children will hear the Lorax story to celebrate Read Across America Day, participate in crafts and learn to identify trees. A Lorax Character might even be present! (more to come on that!) Registration is required since space is limited. Please contact Adrienne Fors, afors1@wm.com 610-863-2387 for more information or to Register for the event at Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072

Dr. Suess Day at Blue Mt. Library
The Blue Mountain Community Library, 216 S. Robinson Ave. , Pen Argyl, PA would like to invite ALL children, Preschool –Eight years old, to Celebrate the Birthday of DR. SEUSS with Story Time on Saturday, March 2nd from 10:30-11:30 am at the Library. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.

Orienteering for Scouts
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center will hold Orienteering for Scouts on Saturday, March 2 at 9:00am to 11:00am. Orienteering is a fun, family-friendly sport that involves navigating a course using a map and compass. It can be competitive, in timed events, or just a way for your pack or troop to get out and enjoy the woods while practicing useful map-reading skills. During this hands-on experience, you’ll learn how to read a topographic map, how to use a compass, and how to put all that knowledge together. All the equipment you will need is provided. Please bring water and wear comfortable shoes, there will be some hiking. Registration is required.

Herpetology for Scouts
Herpetology for Scouts at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center Saturday, March 2 at 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Learn about the scientific study of amphibians and reptiles! We'll become amateur herpetologists as we search for frogs, snakes, turtles, and salamanders. We'll study what these types of animals need in order to survive and how the characteristics of each group are similar and unique. Be prepared to be outdoors in wet and muddy conditions. Rubber boots are recommended. Registration is required.

Annual Polar Plunge
Come out for Camp Papillon's 2nd Annual Polar Plunge Pocono will be held March 2. Raise only $100 to take the plunge for a good cause! Register at https://www.camppapillon.org/polarplungepocono. All plungers receive a 2019 Polar Plunge Pocono long sleeve shirt and free lunch. Plungers can collect donations online or collect cash & check donations and bring the day of the event. Doors open at 11 AM to public. Plunging starts at 2 PM. Live Music, Food, Games & Contests!!! VIP Heated Lounge Area. More Details To Follow! Admission is free.

March 3
Rebels Designer Bingo Tricky Tray
Come Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 1 PM to William Pensyl Social Hall 111 State Street, Portland, for the Rebels Elite Cheer annual Designer Bingo & Tricky Tray Fundraiser: Michael Kors, Kate Spade, Coach and more! Tickets are $25 in advance ($30 at door). 20 regular games, special bingo games, special raffles including , 50/50 and hundreds of tricky tray items!

Free Dinner at East Bangor UMC
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE "Meatloaf and Mac&Cheese Dinner on Sunday, March 3rd, from 4:00-5:30 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.

March 4
Morganelli Will Speak in Pen Argyl

March 5
Free Amateur Radio Classes
Classes will be offered by the Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club, beginning Tuesday, March 5 for a total of 9 successive Tuesdays, 7 - 9 pm, near Nazareth. Register or FMI details: KE3AW@ARRL.NET or 610.432.8286.

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, March 5th. These delicious homemade donuts are available powdered or plain. Donuts should be picked up by 1pm. The cost is $7.00 per dozen. Orders are recommended and can be placed until March 1st. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-588-0809.

March 6

Drug Awareness Program
John Bermingham, Chairman, UMBT Supervisors has announced that Upper Mount Bethel Township is partnering with the Bangor School District on hosting programs and educational courses concerning drug awareness. This partnership will further support the School District in protecting our children from leading a life on drugs.
On March 6, 2019 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at Bangor Area High School there will be a “Mock Teen Bedroom” course. This is a free course that any parent/s may attend regardless of where you live or how old your children are.
The Course is designed to inform parents where kids stash their drugs, what diversion safes are, and common household items that indicate abuse. I hope you will come out for this wonderful program that will help you better protect your children.

Ash Wednesday Service
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold an Ash Wednesday service on March 6th at 7:00 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visitwww.ebumc.org.

March 7

Amateur Radio Club
The Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, March 7, 7:30 pm in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: "CISM”- Critical Stress Debriefing:." Presenter: Joel / WB3IWC. Members and others interested always are invited. Directions: https://tinyurl.com/y852acvn . FMI: www.dlarc.org , KE3AW@ARRLnet , 610.432.8286.

March 8
Lehigh Valley Flower & Garden Show
The 2019 Lehigh Valley Flower & Garden Show will be held March 8 - Mar 10. Fri 12:00 PM. MAR 9 Sat 10:00 AM. MAR 10 Sun 11:00 AM. Agri-Plex Expo Center
302 N 17th St, Allentown.More flowers! More gardening! More family-fun! Don't miss the annual Lehigh Valley Flower & Garden Show at the Agri-plex, #AllentownFairgrounds in Allentown, PA.
The Lehigh Flower & Garden show ushers in Spring with beautiful gardens, flower arranging demonstration & free seminars, kid-friendly exhibits and activities, and lots of garden-related supplies. Don't miss this year's show with even more flowers

March 9
Clean Slate at the Scorecard
Clean Slate Will Rock the Scorecard Sports Bar & Grill in Wind Gap Sat Mar 09 2019 from 9-1.

St Patty's Day Pub Crawl
St Patty's Day Pub Crawl will be held Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 11:30 AM – 6 PM at Two Rivers Brewing Company 542 Northampton St, Easton. Visit six different pubs in the Lehigh Valley on the 9th annual Pub Crawl! $35 ticket includes bus transportation, a commemorative t-shirt, and trinkets- the fun is up to you! Registration begins at 11:30am, buses leave PROMPTLY at 1:00pm

March 10

Pennsylvania's Slate Lands
March 10th @ 2:00 PM: “Digital Documentation of Pennsylvania’s Slate Lands” by Professors, Frank Matera, John Hinchman and Joseph Elliot Of The Philadelphia School of Design.

All You Can Eat Breakfast
All You Can Eat Breakfast Hosted by Blue Valley Rescue Squad - Station 71 Sunday, March 10, 2019 at 8 AM – 12 PM at the Roseto Legion 143 Garibaldi Ave, Roseto, Pennsylvania 18013. Menu: Scrambled Eggs, Potatoes, Bacon, two types of Sausage, Ham, Scrapple, French Toast, Pancakes, White and Wheat Toast, Sausage Gravy, and S.O.S. Cream Chip Beef. We also have deserts and a large variety of coffee, Tea, and Juices. Cost Adults $8.00 Children age 5 to 10 $5.00 Children under the age of 5 are Free.

March 13

Hike for Health
On Wednesday, March 13 at 5:30pm to 7:00pm you can Hike for Health at Jacobsburg Environmental Center. Join us after work for a hike with a St. Luke’s University health professional! Get some exercise while learning about health and fitness outdoors. Each hike will include a presentation from a guest health professional on topics such as physical fitness, stretching, and nutrition. A different guest will hike with us each month, sharing a topic that they specialize in. We will hike at a brisk pace over uneven terrain for 2 to 2.5 miles guided by a center educator. Our guest will be available during the hike to discuss the topic of the day and answer your questions. This program is being provided in partnership with St. Luke’s University Health Network and the Get Your Tail on the Trail initiative. Meet at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth, PA. Registration is not required.

March 14

Bus Trip to Hollywood Casino
St. Elizabeth of Hungry parish will sponsor a trip to the Hollywood Casino on Thursday, March 14th. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.

March 16

Recovery Day at Clean Slate
Recovery Day at A Clean Slate Free Event All Are Welcome. Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 1 PM – 7 PM. A Clean Slate, 100 S 1st St (Rt 191), Bangor. A Community Event with guest speakers sharing on the disease of Addiction to raise the awareness, stop stigma, and bring hope to all who struggle with Substance Use Disorder. Event is Free and all are welcome. Refreshments, door prizes and more! Speakers who are in long term recovery will present on various topics throughout the day so stay for all, or come for some! Beginning at 1:00. Thank you for participating and making this our yearly success of community messaging!
Parade Of Shamrocks
Downtown Bethlehem will be awash in green as Celtic Cultural Alliance hosts the 8th Annual Celtic Classic Parade of Shamrocks! The celebration will take place on Saturday, March 16, 2019. The parade steps off at 1:00 p.m., so get here early for the best viewing spots! The parade will kick-off at 10th Avenue & Broad Street. The parade route will continue east on Broad to Main Street and makes its way south on Main Street, ending under the Hill-To-Hill Bridge.

Sportsman's Banquet
The Mount Bethel Volunteer Fire Company will be holding its annual Sportsman's Banquet on Saturay, March 16th. Doors will open at 4 pm and dinner will be served at 6 pm. Dinner will be catered by Hillside Smokehouse and firearms by Communale's.
Please note: There are two separate tickets this year. $50.00 General Admission ticket which includes dinner and a chance to win one of 30 prizes and a $20 raffle ticket good for the a chance to win one of the 30 prizes offered. There is no admittance with the $20 ticket.
Tickets may be purchased from any member of the fire department, at the Mount Bethel fire station, Teel Realty or Teel Auctions. There will be reserved seating for groups of 8 or more. For a mail in application, go to http://mountbethelfire.com/sportsman-banquet-raffle/.

Craft & Vendor Show
Portland Hook & Ladder will hold a Craft & Vendor Show on Saturday, March 16 from 9 am to 3 pm at William Pensyl Social Hall, 111 State Street, Portland, PA.

Children's Reiki Level I Class
Children's Reiki Level I Class Saturday, will be held March 16, 2019 at 12 PM – 4 PM 1451 Rockdale Ln, Suite G, Stroudsburg,.
Workshop by Glenda Dawson, Usui Reiki Grandmaster 20th Level.
This workshop is for children ages: 7 – 12 years old. (with the maximum of 6 children) I want to keep the workshop small for the benefit of the participant.
If your child older than 12, then they can join the Workshops Reiki 1 for adults.
You can sign-up your child by emailing me at glenda03reiki@gmail.com or messaging me with your email address. At that time, I will provide details on how to register and the forms needed for this workshop.
Note: this workshop is kids only! Parents can wait in the lobby :)
Donation: $50.00 per child. This will include the workshop, a Certificate and an Attunement.
About Reiki:
Usui Reiki, is an ancient method of healing, that was rediscovered in the mid-19th century by Dr. Mikao Usui. In this course the teachings are given as they were traditionally transmitted with the appropriate language and at the level that children can understand. Children are natural healers and can connect to the Universal Life Energy more naturally than adults
March 17
Allentown St Patrick's Day Parade
Allentown St Patrick's Day Parade Sunday, March 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM. Allentown's West End Allentown. Allentown's West End, Allentown.

March 22

Knobby Whistlers Trio
Knobby Whistlers Trio will play at the Broadway Pub hosted by Gina White on Friday, March 22, 2019 at 8 PM – 11 PM Come and listen to live music while enjoying a delicious dinner and cold drinks

March 23

Frog Slog!
Saturday, March 23rd at 7:00pm to 9:00 pm is Frog Slog at Jacobsburg. Have you ever slogged for frogs in a vernal pool? Vernal pools are temporary bodies of water that are used by frogs and salamanders to breed and lay eggs. Join us for this nighttime journey to explore these woodland ponds in search of these amphibian wonders. Please dress for the weather, wear waterproof footwear, and bring a flashlight. Registration is required. Program limited to 30 participants.

March 24
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Save the date for the St. Patrick's Day parade on Sunday, March 24th. Enjoy marching units, bands, non-profit groups, politicians and local businesses marching between two boroughs to celebrate the life and good works of St. Patrick of Ireland with a grand Marshall who exhibits the similar characteristics. The parade kicks off at the Stroudsburg High School at 1:30 PM and ends at Crystal Street in East Stroudsburg. Camp Papillon's float is Harry Pawter themed!

March 29

Family Night at Jacobsburg
There will be an Evening Amphibian Search at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center on Friday, March 29 at 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Spring is here and our amphibian neighbors are springing out of the ground! Join us as we learn what amphibians are and what they’ve been doing all winter. We’ll go on a two mile walk to look for frogs and salamanders just before sunset. Bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes that can get wet and muddy. Registration is required.

April 7

Designer Purse & Cash Bingo
The Pen Argyl Area High School Alumni Association is hosting a Designer Purse and Cash Bingo on Sunday, April 7 at Wind Gap Fire Company Social Hall, 111 N. Broadway, Wind Gap PA. Cost of Bingo is $20 in advance. $25 at the door. Doors open at 11:30am, Bingo starts at 1:00pm. 20 regular games, special bingo’s and a 50/50 drawing. Light lunch available. All proceeds go to the Alumni Scholarship Fund. For tickets call 610-863-4600

April 10

On Thursday, April 11 at 7:00 PM the Heritage Center in Bangor will hold its Spring Opening. The program that night will be “Of the People”: Folk Art And Craft of the Slate Belt.

April 11
Bangor Womens Club GFWC Card Party
The Bangor Womens Club GFWC will be holding a card party on Thursday April 11, 2019 at 11:30 am at Prince of Peace Church, Johnsonsville, PA. Homemade soup and sandwich lunch will be served with homemade cake for dessert. Table and door prizes will be awarded. Price is $10 per person. Anyone interested in attending may contact Barbara at 610-588-0196 to reserve your spot.
The club hopes you will join us for an afternoon of good food and fun.

April 20
Meet The Author at the Library
On April 20, 2019 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm the Bangor Public Library will be hosting a Meet the Author: Bruce Jassett event. Come hear her read her story, The Boy without a Friend. The event is for kids ages 3 to 7. As space is limited please register with the library. 610-588-4136

April 27
GCS Annual Earth Day
Annual Earth Day Celebration Hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center will be held Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 12 PM – 3 PM at Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072
This year's FREE program will feature: Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center - Live Animals, PT Reptiles - Live Reptiles that you can TOUCH! Recycling Education - Let's all Recycle Right. The new wave of recycling , Food, Fun and more!!
More groups to be added, check back often!
Registration is not required but is appreciated due to parking. Interested and want to register? email afors1@wm.com Event is Rain or Shine.

Monroe County Earth Day
Join Monroe County’s environmental efforts and successes! April 27 From 10am - 3pm there will be ongoing live music, speakers, exhibitors, workshops, give & take, tire amnesty, e-cycling, children’s activities, food, and more! Sponsored by MCCD and Northampton Community College (NCC) Monroe campus, the event will take place at NCC’s beautiful, new Monroe campus on Rt. 715 in Tannersville. Don’t miss it! Check out mcearthday.org for more information.

Allentown Cherry Blossom Festival
The Allentown Cherry Blossom Festival Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 10 AM – 5 PM Cedar Beach Park, 2600 Parkway Blvd, Allentown. A fun event for the whole family! Games, exhibits, food, music and more, the event promotes the arts, international cultures, environmental awareness and features a children's activity area. Free and open to the public.

May 9
Structural Slate Company Program
A program titled "Structural Slate Company will be presented by Kenton Lerch at the Heritage Center in Bangor on May 9th at 7:00 pm.

May 11

Golf Classic Tournament
The Pen Argyl Masonic Lodge #594 will be holding our 3rd Annual Ralph A Behler Memorial Golf Classic Tournament at the Southmore Golf Course in Bath PA on May 11th 2019. Monies raised through this event will benefit various Masonic Charities, the Almoner's Fund and the Pen Argyl Masonic Building Fund.

May 4
Monroe Farmers Market
Opening Day for Monroe Farmers Market Stroudsburg, Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 8 AM – 12 PM

May 31 - June 1

Horsepower Showdown
Horsepower Showdown will be held May 31, 2019 - Jun 1, 2019 at the Plainfield Farmers Assn 1281 Bangor Rd, Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064. Coming to Plainfield is the NEW event called Horsepower Showdown. Planning to have: 2 Days of Action!! Friday: Vendors, Kids Activities, Truck Pulls, Car & Truck Show. Saturday: Dirt Drags, Sled Pulls, Truck & Car Show, Light Parade, Dyno Competition, Vendors, Kids Pedal Pull, Kids Powerwheels races and MORE!! Sled will be Clark's Dirt Commander.

June 7
YMCA 5K Run and Fun Walk
Slate Belt YMCA 5K Run and Fun Walk will be held Saturday, June 7, 2014 at the Blue Valley Farm Show Complex 707 American-Bangor Road

June 9
Corvette Club Show
The Slate Belt Corvette Club’s 14th Annual show will be held Sunday June 9 at the Blue Valley Farm ShowRain or Shine, 9am - 3pm

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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.
For Meal Reservations please call by 10:00 one day before the meal. Cancellations ASAP.

Pool Tables available every morning & Tuesday Thursday & Friday afternoons
Computers, Library, cards, puzzles available on a daily basis.
Poker, Tuesdays, 9:30 AM
Tai Chi, Tuesdays, 12:15 PM
Morning with the arts, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 AM
Exercise, Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
Zumba, Thursdays, 10:00 AM

Bangor Library New Books
January 24

Adult Fiction
The Suspect by Fiona Barton
The Golden Tresses of the Dead by Alan C. Bradley
Die Trying by Lee Child
Running Blind by Lee Child
Secrets at Cedar Cabin by Colleen Coble
Silent Scream by Karen Harper
Once Upon a Wine by Beth Kendrick
Cross Breed by Lora Leigh
The Rule of Law by John T. Lescroart
The Wartime Sisters by Lynda Cohen Loigman
Liar Liar by James Patterson
Her One Mistake by Heidi Perks
The Burglar by Thomas Perry
Crucible by James Rollins
The Woman Inside by E. G. Scott
Where’d You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple
99 Percent Mine by Sally Thorne
The Dreamers by Karen Thompson Walker
Adult Non Fiction
Presidents of War by Michael R. Beschloss
The Truths We Hold by Kamala D. Harris
The First Conspiracy by Brad Meltzer
All-American Murder by James Patterson
Women Rowing North by Mary Bray Pipher
The Upside by Abdel Sellou
We’re Going to Need More Wine by Garabrielle Union
Thyroid Healing by Anthony William
Large Print Adult Fiction
The Best of Us by Robyn Carr
The Boy by Tami Hoag
The House Next Door by James Patterson
Turning Point by Danielle Steel
A Delicate Touch by Stuart Woods
Young Adult Fiction
King of Scars by Leigh Bardugo
Dread Nation by Justina Ireland
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by J. K. Rwling
Young Adult Non Fiction
We Are Displaced by Malala Yousafzai
Junior Fiction
Star Darlings Collection by Shana Muldoon Zappa
Frozen Fever by Victoria Saxon
Took by Mary Downing Hahn
Inkling by Kenneth Oppel
Moon Rising by Tui Sutherland
Stick Dog Chases a Pizza by Tom Watson
Junior Non Fiction
50 Science Things to Make and Do by Georgina Andrews
She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton
She Persisted Around the World by Chelsea Clinton
Hacks for Minecrafters by Megan Miller
Easy Fiction
The Christmas Cobwebs by Odds Bodkin
Here Come Christmas by Caroline Church
The Worry Stone by Marianna Dengler
Butterfly, butterfly by Petr Horacek
Help! By Holly Keller
Millie Moo by Camilla Moody
Pete the Cat by Kimberly Dean
The Snow Tree by Caroline Repchuk
Easy Non Fiction
Jane Austen by Ma Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Anne Frank by Ma Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Audio Books
The Boy by Tami Hoag
Back Story by Robert B. Parker
School Days by Robert B. Parker
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling
The Hating Game by Sally Thorne
DVD’s
Cinderella Man
Old Dogs
Party with the Penguins
PAW Patrol, The Great Pirate Rescue
Roman Holiday
The Woman in Black
X-Men, The Last Stand
X-Men
X2 X-Men United

Blue Mt. Library New Books

Adult Fiction:
River Bodies, Karen Katchur
The Lighthouse Keeper's Daughter,
Hazel Gaynor The Glass Ocean,
Beatriz Williams Lethal White,
Robert Galbraith Not Our Kind,
Kitty Zeldis Unsheltered,
Barbara Kingslover The Christmas Sisters,
Sarah Morgan The White Christmas Inn,
Colleen Wright First Flurries,
Joanne DeMaio Snowfall On Lighthouse Lane,
JoAnn Ross Past Tense,
Lee Child Look Alive Twenty-Five, Janet Evanovich

Adult Large Print:
Alaskan Holiday, Debbie Macomber
Long Road To Mercy, David Baldacci
A Spark Of Light, Jodi Picoult
Beauchamp Hall, Danielle Steel
Target Alex Cross, James Patterson
Christmas Cake Murder, Joanne Fluke
Silent Scream, Karen Harper

Adult Non-fiction:
In The Hurricane's Eye,
Nathaniel Philbrick In Pieces,
Sally Field Truth Doesn't Have A Side,
Dr. Bennet Omalu Becoming Michelle Obama
Derailed On The Bipolar Express Joie Edson

Audio Books
Red War, Kyle Mills
Clock Dance, Anne Tyler
Transcription, Kate Atkinson
The Chalk Man, C.J. Tudor

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