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Weird Wacky Weather Daffodils arrive
by Larry Cory
Winter weather sometimes can be boring with the same cold weather day after day, after day. But as expected, weather sometimes brings the unexpected. Last Sunday, we awakened to find 7 inches of snow on the ground and only 48 hours later the temperature rose to 75 degrees, giving us our largest snowfall and warmest temperature of the year in a span of just two days. Since then on-again, off-again rain has dropped about an inch of rain, and the temperature dropped 47 degrees to a low of 33 on Friday. Another inch or more of rain is forecasted for today and tomorrow, which will add to our already above normal total. Currently, the Slate Belt Town Topics weather station has registered 4.80 inches of rain this month. Another round of rain could boost the monthly total to 6 inches which will be double the average of 2.77 inches. Looking ahead to next week, we can expect partly cloudy weather with temperatures in the mid 50s. Monday and Tuesday. Temperatures will remain mild Wednesday and Thursday with showers. The showers will continue Friday and Saturday with temperatures near 40. The long range forecast for next Sunday and Monday is partly cloudy with temperatures in the mid 40s. Winter, however, is most likely not done. Last year we had 16 inches of snow on March 14. During March of 2015 we had six measurable snowfalls and four in March, 2013. Ringland Nears 1,000 Points at Marywood
Former Bangor basketball star Jeremy Ringland is on the brink of becoming a 1,000-point scored at Marywood College in Scranton. According to this week's stats from the college, the 6-8 junior has 950 career points thus far.
His high this year was 25 points versus Cabrini. He also blocked six shots versus Immaculata. His bio also inlcudes: Second Team All-Conference, Team MVP. CSAC Academic Honor Roll. New program record with 63 blocks (single season record). Ranked 1st in conference in blocks (63) and blocks per game (2.52 bpg) and ranked 13th Nationally in each category. He has made 22 starts. averaging 14.4 ppg (led team) and 4.7 rebounds per game. He also dished out 42 assists and had 15 steals and led the team with 139 field goals made. He also has been named Cross County Challenge Most Outstanding Player. Named to Cross County Challenge All-Tournament team and CSAC Defensive Player of the Week (11/26, 2/18). News Shorts.........
Pot for your pets?
People have used medicinal marijuana to ease everything from glaucoma to the side effects of chemotherapy. So why shouldn't man's best friend give medicinal pot a shot?
Pet owners are already using marijuana medicinally to help their suffering cats and dogs, according to a 2013 article in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Most of the time, animals that ingest pot get over the effects within a few hours, veterinarians say. But in large quantities, pot can be deadly to animals. Bizarre Home Remedies That Work
There are many home remedies for all types of ailments that have been passed down over the years. While some are bunk, many actually work and are often better than their traditional medical counterparts (without the unpleasant side effects). Check out this list of simple, sometimes wacky, home remedies that use products found right in your pantry:
Strawberries for Whiter Teeth: Strawberries contain malic acid, a tooth-whitening agent. Crush a fresh strawberry to a pulp, then mix with 1 teaspoon baking soda until blended. Spread the mixture onto your teeth, leave on for 5 minutes, then rinse. Strawberries also contain natural sugar, so be sure to brush afterward. Cuticle infections with vinegar: Whether you have had a recent visit to an overzealous manicurist or have a bad habit of chewing your fingers, you can treat your torn up and infected cuticles naturally. Simply submerge your fingers in a glass of equal parts white vinegar and warm water for 15 minutes. Repeat once a day until the infection heals. White vinegar has anti-bacterial properties and will help to reduce the infection in the nails. Remove warts with duct tape: Instead of getting your undesirable warts frozen off, simply apply a strip of duct tape to the affected area. Keep the tape on for three days, remove, rub the wart area with a pumice stone, and then reapply with new tape. Repeat until they are completely gone. Duct tape is an inexpensive way to suffocate the skin virus and remove those unsightly warts. It’s been a Farmers’ Almanac tip for years! Potatoes for bug bites: Raw potatoes are claimed to have anti-itch and anti-inflammatory properties, perfect for relief from a bug bite. Create a potato poultice by grating a peeled potato and putting the shreds into a thin piece of cloth. Secure the contents with a rubber band and apply the poultice to your cleaned bite until the potato is dry. Clean the area with warm water and reapply with fresh poultice until the symptoms have subsided. Banana peels for poison ivy relief: Rubbing the inside of a banana peel against the poison ivy rash may provide some itch relief. They can also shine your shoes! Celery for bad breath: Chewing on a celery stick or apple can help to dissipate bad breath. The rich fiber content helps to increase saliva production which helps to wash away bacteria-causing food particles and plaque that cause bad breath. Yams for hot flashes: Yams are not only yummy, but they are a great source of antioxidants and nutrients that can decrease hot flashes. Yams are thought to be a source of natural progesterone, relieving some menopausal symptoms. Note: yams and sweet potatoes are often confused, so be sure you’re eating true yams. Remove splinters with baking soda: Rather than digging around with tweezers to remove pesky splinters, apply a baking soda paste to help swell the skin and draw the splinter to the surface. Mix a small amount of baking soda and water to form a paste, apply to the area, and cover with a bandage. After about 24 hours, the splinter should protrude enough to be able to pull it out easily with tweezers. If no luck, repeat. Aspirin for dandruff relief: Skip the dandruff shampoo and keep your flaking in check with aspirin. Aspirin contains the same active ingredients (salicylic acid) as many medicated dandruff shampoos. To make your own dandruff shampoo: Add 1 tablespoon of crushed aspirin to your regular shampoo, suds up, and leave in for up to 5-10 minutes before rinsing. Ease tinnitus with nature sounds: Digitally produced sounds mimicking nature and water have been shown to provide some relief from tinnitus. Numerous white-noise machines offer nature sound settings or nature sounds apps can be downloaded on your phone that will do the trick. Garlic for athlete’s foot fungus: The health benefits of garlic are nothing new, but did you know it can even be used to treat the fungus of athlete’s foot? Mince some garlic cloves, mix with some olive oil, and dab the mixture onto the affected areas, being sure to get in between your toes. Rinse. Treat acne with coconut oil: Coconut oil’s versatile health benefits are certainly nothing new, being around since the 1800s, but it might also be helpful for those with acne. Coconut oil contains lauric acid which has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties. Apply it to your skin, rub it in with your fingertips, rinse with warm water, and wipe your face with a hot steamy cloth.
DIY Sign Workshop
Come to Bloom on today from 6-8 pm and create an on-trend, farmhouse-classic sign for your home or as a gift! We customize the materials for you and take you step by step through this DIY process (tray option is $10 additional for the 17 inch round). Select from either a 14x14, 16x20, 10x20, 12x12 or 17 inch round base, choose a background color and then enter the name or phrase you'd like featured on the piece (maximum of 10 words). Please make your reservation 24 hours in advance so we have time to prep your materials. Register HERE! Thanks! Adult Indoor Triathlon Adult Indoor Triathlon hosted by Pocono Family YMCA will be held Saturday, February 24 at 10 AM - 12 PM at the Pocono Family YMCA 809 Main St, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 18360 Tickets Available at s3.asoundstrategy.com Come and participate with us in this fun family-oriented fundraising event. Show your friends and family that supporting a charity can be fun and fulfilling! Adults can either sign up as individuals or a relay team! All events are TIMED activities.Distances will be measured by volunteer counters/timers. Swim 10 minutes; Bike 20 minutes; Run 15 minutes Winter Tracking Saturday, February 24, 10:00 AM-12 noon at Jacobsburg Could you tell if a bobcat was in the area? An owl? Join us as we take a walk through Jacobsburg in search of animal tracks and signs. Participants should dress for the weather and wear comfortable hiking shoes. If we have snow, we will take the walk in snowshoes! 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. Karaoke Join the Karaoke with Leigh 7-11pm Febraury 24 at the Roseto Rod & Gun club. Bangor Band Boosters Cash Bingo The Bangor Slater Band Boosters' Cash Bingo will be held at the Bangor Elks Lodge, 120 Broadway, Bangor, Sunday, February 25,2018. Doors open 2 PM, Bingo Starts 3PM. $25.presale (before 2/20/18) $30. at door. Refreshments available For ticket information call Dawn 610-462-6432 or Linda 484-241-0146. Visit: bahsbands.weebly.com Bald Eagle Nest Cams in Hanover, PA - Live
To view click on Camera 1 or 2 below.
January, 2018 - Streams from two cameras at the nest site went live. One camera is more of a side angle and the other a view from above, which also has infrared capabilities for night viewing.. December 2017 - Staff members from HDOnTap and Codorus State Park worked through the cold and wind to replace and rewire cables at the nest site. Some of the nest had fallen. Two adult eagles have been frequenting the site with nesting material. Cams courtesy of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Camera 1 ........... Camera 2 Weather Related Forecasts
NCC to Stage “The Trojan Women”
Northampton Community College (NCC) will stage The Trojan Women, a tragic-comic remake of the classic anti-war play by the ancient Greek playwright Euripides. The playwright, Caroline Bird, is considered one of the U.K.’s most exciting new poets. Performances will take place on Thursday, March 1; Friday, March 2; Saturday, March 3; Monday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, March 4 at 3:00 p.m. at the Norman R. Roberts Lab Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus. Admission is free with a donation of non-perishable food items for a food bank or a donation to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund for theatre majors. Reservations are suggested. To reserve your seat, email NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu or call 610-861-5524. Cast members include:From Allentown: Emily Gonzalez; From Bangor: Chad Allen Schafer; From Bethlehem: Juanita Shockley; From East Stroudsburg: Winter Pordy; From Easton: Tyrell Costen; From Horsham: Jordan Fidalgo; From Nazareth: Marissa Dibilio; From Pen Argyl: Madison Williams; From Saylorsburg: Cole Fretz. February 24 Regular EventsBingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 Bangor Public Library - Open 10-4. Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-12. Slate Belt YMCA - Open 8:00am - 4:00pm This is our calendar of regularly scheduled events. If you see any info that is incorrect or want to add a regularly scheduled event please send e-mail to sbtopics@rcn.com.
CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARMohegan Sun Trip
St.Elizabeth's of Hungary parish of Pen Argyl is sponsoring a trip to the Mohegan Sun in Wilkesbarre on Thursday, March 8, 2018. The first pick up location is the Parking lot in Pen Argyl, leaving by 9:00am, and the proceed to the old St. Joseph's parking lot in Wind Gap. For more info, please call Mary Lou DeRea Lohman at 610-863-3836 or 610=844-4630. A Tribute to Blaine Reimel and the Battle of Savo Island The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, March 11th at 2:00 PM. Local naval historian, Jim Paynter along with Mr. Marc Blau, will present the early life and military life of the Slate Belt’s “first” casualty in World War II Blaine Reimel. Reimel was a resident of East Bangor when he joined the Navy, upon the outbreak of the war. As a result of his ultimate sacrifice, the local cemetery bears his name, in his honor, yet there was much more to his life. Mr. Paynter, who has an extensive knowledge of the Navy, will also present: The Battle of Savo Island. The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer at 484-894-5661. Build a 3D Printer Northampton Community College’s Fab Lab is offering a new class – Build a 3D Printer. Mike Gorski, owner of Filament innovations, will teach you how to build the printer and how to calibrate it to keep it working properly. The 3D printer you build will have the basic functionality of a fused-deposition printer. All materials are included in the price of the class. Class starts on March 13th at 6:30 p.m. in the Fab Lab at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem. To learn more, check pricing and register go to www.northampton.edu/fablab and click the ‘Browse Catalogs’ button. Space is limited, register early! Young at Heart Club The Slate Belt Young at Heart club will be meeting' at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic church in Pen Argyl on Thursday, March 15th at 1:00pm. Mary Bach, a well known consumer advocate, will present an entertaining and informative program. She has appeared on Dateline, Today Show, Good Morning America and many more. She has been interviewed and written articles in the Wall Street Journal, Women's Day, etc. Everyone is invited to attend. Please join us for a great afternoon. for more information, please call Mary Lou Derea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630." Entertainment This Week
Veterans Care Financial Protection Act
Washington, DC - Last week, the U.S. Senate passed by unanimous consent the Veterans Care Financial Protection Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Representatives Matt Cartwright (D-Pa.), Seth Moulton (D-Mass.), Jim Renacci (R-Ohio), Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.), and Ted Deutch (D-Fla.) and Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Marco Rubio (D-Fla.). A modified version of the bill previously passed the House of Representatives unanimously and now heads to the President for his signature. The Veterans Care Financial Protection Act seeks to crack down on scam artists who are diverting federal funds from the Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid and Attendance program intended to support low-income and older veterans who require assisted care. The Aid and Attendance (A&A) benefit helps pay for assisted living or in-home personal care for veterans who qualify for a VA pension, and are housebound or require the aid and attendance of another person. Scam artists have targeted veterans, charging them fees for obtaining the benefit even though the application process is free. Some scammers even take control of the veteran’s assets and move them into an irrevocable trust or an annuity, which the elderly veteran often cannot access again for many years, and may disqualify the veteran from other assistance, like Medicaid. “It’s our responsibility to protect our nation’s heroes and ensure they receive their earned benefits. The A&A benefit is crucial for veterans who need help with in-home care or assisted living. Unfortunately, predatory scam artists exploit veterans by turning the well-deserved A&A benefit into a financial nightmare,” said Rep. Matt Cartwright. “I’m thrilled the Senate passed our bipartisan, commonsense proposal to safeguard veterans from these scams. I thank my colleagues in the Senate for their hard work on this bill.” “All three of my brothers served in the military, and they taught me about the sacrifices our veterans have made to keep us safe. We need to make sure when our servicemembers return home, they get the care they need and deserve,”said Sen. Warren. “But the Aid and Attendance program has been targeted by scams, putting our veterans at even greater financial risk and wasting taxpayer dollars. Our legislation can help put a stop to this financial fraud and honor the promises we made to our veterans.” The Veterans Care Financial Protection Act would:
THIS DAY IN HISTORY - February 24Alamo defenders call for help 1836 On this day in 1836, in San Antonio, Texas, Colonel William Travis issues a call for help on behalf of the Texan troops defending the Alamo, an old Spanish mission and fortress under attack by the Mexican army. A native of Alabama, Travis moved to the Mexican state of Texas in 1831. He soon became a leader of the growing movement to overthrow the Mexican government and establish an independent Texan republic. When the Texas revolution began in 1835, Travis became a lieutenant-colonel in the revolutionary army and was given command of troops in the recently captured city of San Antonio de Bexar (now San Antonio). On February 23, 1836, a large Mexican force commanded by General Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana arrived suddenly in San Antonio. Travis and his troops took shelter in the Alamo, where they were soon joined by a volunteer force led by Colonel James Bowie. Though Santa Ana’s 5,000 troops heavily outnumbered the several hundred Texans, Travis and his men determined not to give up. On February 24, they answered Santa Ana’s call for surrender with a bold shot from the Alamo’s cannon. Furious, the Mexican general ordered his forces to launch a siege. Travis immediately recognized his disadvantage and sent out several messages via couriers asking for reinforcements. Addressing one of the pleas to “The People of Texas and All Americans in the World,” Travis signed off with the now-famous phrase “Victory or Death.”
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February 23 & 24
DIY Sign Workshop
Come to Bloom on Friday, February 23 from 3-6 pm or Saturday, February 24 from 6-8 pm and create an on-trend, farmhouse-classic sign for your home or as a gift! We customize the materials for you and take you step by step through this DIY process (tray option is $10 additional for the 17 inch round). Select from either a 14x14, 16x20, 10x20, 12x12 or 17 inch round base, choose a background color and then enter the name or phrase you'd like featured on the piece (maximum of 10 words). Please make your reservation 24 hours in advance so we have time to prep your materials. Register HERE! Thanks! February 24
Adult Indoor Triathlon
Adult Indoor Triathlon hosted by Pocono Family YMCA will be held Saturday, February 24 at 10 AM - 12 PM at the Pocono Family YMCA 809 Main St, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 18360 Tickets Available at s3.asoundstrategy.com Come and participate with us in this fun family-oriented fundraising event. Show your friends and family that supporting a charity can be fun and fulfilling! Adults can either sign up as individuals or a relay team! All events are TIMED activities.Distances will be measured by volunteer counters/timers. Swim 10 minutes; Bike 20 minutes; Run 15 minutes Winter Tracking Saturday, February 24, 10:00 AM-12 noon at Jacobsburg Could you tell if a bobcat was in the area? An owl? Join us as we take a walk through Jacobsburg in search of animal tracks and signs. Participants should dress for the weather and wear comfortable hiking shoes. If we have snow, we will take the walk in snowshoes! 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. Karaoke Join the Karaoke with Leigh 7-11pm February 24 at the Roseto Rod & Gun club. February 25Bangor Band Boosters Cash Bingo
The Bangor Slater Band Boosters' Cash Bingo will be held at the Bangor Elks Lodge, 120 Broadway, Bangor, Sunday, February 25,2018. Doors open 2 PM, Bingo Starts 3PM. $25.presale (before 2/20/18) $30. at door. Refreshments available For ticket information call Dawn 610-462-6432 or Linda 484-241-0146. Visit: bahsbands.weebly.com February 27Cabinet In Your Community
The Governor’s Office has invited you to attend "Cabinet In Your community" to talk about issues that are important to you and your region at East Stroudsburg University on February 27th. Any citizen of Upper Mount Bethel and Portland, Lower Mount Bethel, Bangor and East Bangor are invited to attend. Remember to RSVP! Cost is free! There is no deadline to register but once sold out no more RSVPs will be accepted. Learn to Build a Mandolin at NCC Make your own instrument in this new class Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer a new class “Build a Mandolin” on Tuesday, February 27, at 6:30 p.m., at the Fab Lab, Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. Participants will use hand tools to carve a neck, soundboard and back, using Sitka spruce and curly maple, which will be supplied. The class has no prerequisites, but some instrument building knowledge will be a plus. The fee is $989. To enroll, visit the course catalog at www.northampton.edu/fablab or call 610-332-8665. March 1
Board Game Bonanza!
Do you like to play Games? On Thursday, March 1 from 1-3 pm, The Blue Mt. Community library will host a BOARD GAME BONANZA! Board games will be supplied or you may bring your own. Space is limited therefore, reservations are required. Call the library manager at 610-863- 3029 for more information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. The Library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl. Hours are M-Sa, 10am-Noon and M-Th, 6-8 pm. Free Nurse Aide Info Session Get the information you need to join the fastest growing industry in America. One out of every five jobs created is in healthcare. Looking to enter this high demand industry? Northampton Community College’s Nurse Aide (CNA) training program provides the tools to be successful in a new career with the potential of earning $10-$15 per hour. Join us for a free fact finding information session at Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem on March 1 at 6 p.m. to learn about the career, training program and how to get started. Attendance is strongly encouraged if you’re considering taking the CNA class so you understand the program requirements and any updates. The program is free but pre-registration is requested. Please visit Northampton.edu/HealthcareCourses to enroll and learn more about the program. The Nurse Aide program begins April 2 at Fowler Family Southside Center. Questions? Please call 610-332-6585. March 1- 5
NCC to Stage “The Trojan Women”
Northampton Community College (NCC) will stage The Trojan Women, a tragic-comic remake of the classic anti-war play by the ancient Greek playwright Euripides. The playwright, Caroline Bird, is considered one of the U.K.’s most exciting new poets. Performances will take place on Thursday, March 1; Friday, March 2; Saturday, March 3; Monday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, March 4 at 3:00 p.m. at the Norman R. Roberts Lab Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus. Admission is free with a donation of non-perishable food items for a food bank or a donation to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund for theatre majors. Reservations are suggested. To reserve your seat, email NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu or call 610-861-5524. Cast members include:From Allentown: Emily Gonzalez; From Bangor: Chad Allen Schafer; From Bethlehem: Juanita Shockley; From East Stroudsburg: Winter Pordy; From Easton: Tyrell Costen; From Horsham: Jordan Fidalgo; From Nazareth: Marissa Dibilio; From Pen Argyl: Madison Williams; From Saylorsburg: Cole Fretz. March 3
Trivia Night
Trivia Night March 3 from 9 to 11 at Broadway Pub, Bangor, PA Build and Fly Fixed Winged Unmanned Aircraft Come learn how to build a small fixed winged unmanned aircraft at Northampton Community College! The course uses ready to build kits for fixed wings. Laser cutting, engraving and 3D printing will be used to make your aircraft unique to your style. Once the aircraft is complete, the class will learn how to set up their flight controller. If time permits, the class will fly the aircraft at a local field. Classes will be held on March 3, 10 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fab Lab at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem. To learn more, check pricing and register go to www.northampton.edu/fablab and click the ‘Browse Catalogs’ button. Space is limited, register early! March 4
Pastie Sale
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA 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 4th. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, March 6th, at 3:30 p.m. March 6
Gearing Up for Kindergarten
The Bangor Area School District will be offering the spring Gearing Up for Kindergarten program beginning this March. The program will be held at the Washington Elementary School on Tuesdays and the Five Points Elementary School on Wednesdays from March 6 to March 27, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The Gearing Up for Kindergarten program is intended for families with a child who will be entering kindergarten in August 2018. The classes run for an hour and a half each night. This program offers parent/child activities, as well as separate child preparation and parent education classes. Parent topics include: Learning Styles/School Readiness, Temperament, Early Literacy/Math, Social/Emotional Development, Nurturance and Prevention Tools, Nutrition, Safety, and Parent’s Role in School Success. Preschool topics include Math activities, Science exploration, Motor development, Sensory development and Reading/Literacy. The program is free of charge, with child care being offered for siblings. Registration forms are available on the District’s website, at the elementary schools or by calling Rae Temples at 610-599- 7015, ext. 75103#. March 9
Paint Your Pet
Paint your pet night with Karin on Friday, March 9th at 6pm at Bloom. 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 with you. Register early class size is limited and this class is becoming popular. Register HERE! March 9-11
Lehigh Valley Flower and Garden Show
The 2018 Lehigh Valley Flower and Garden Show, with the theme “Fields, Farms and Backyards” at Allentown Fairgrounds. March 10
Build and Fly Fixed Winged Unmanned Aircraft
Come learn how to build a small fixed winged unmanned aircraft at Northampton Community College! The course uses ready to build kits for fixed wings. Laser cutting, engraving and 3D printing will be used to make your aircraft unique to your style. Once the aircraft is complete, the class will learn how to set up their flight controller. If time permits, the class will fly the aircraft at a local field. Classes will be held on 10 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fab Lab at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem. To learn more, check pricing and register go to www.northampton.edu/fablab and click the ‘Browse Catalogs’ button. Space is limited, register early! March 11
UMBT Bus Trip Upper Mount Bethel will be having its First Bus Trip of 2018 on Sunday, March 11th to the Philadelphia Flower Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center! The Bus Trip and ticket for admission is $33 for adults, Students ages 17-24 is $25, and Children/Teenagers from ages 2-16 is $20. Under the age of 2 is free. You can purchase tickets by cash or check (payable to Upper Mount Bethel Township) at the Township Building or you can mail checks with guests names to Upper Mount Bethel Township (Att: Flower Show Bus Trip) PO BOX 520 Mount Bethel, PA 18343. The Bus picks up at the Mount Bethel Fire House at 8am and will return by 6pm. Get your tickets before February 22nd as we will no longer accept reservations after that date. This is sure to sell out fast, so get your tickets as soon as possible! ALR Post 927 Meeting The American Legion Riders have their monthly meeting on Sunday, March 11 at 10:30 AM at the American Legion Post 927, Route 209 and Fairgrounds Road, Gilbert. The American Legion Riders are well known for their charitable work, which has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local children's hospitals, schools, veterans homes, severely wounded service members and scholarships, and enjoy riding. For more information, contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208 or everett.shaver@yahoo.com. Visit www.ampost927.org and Join us on Facebook March 13
Gearing Up for Kindergarten
The Bangor Area School District will be offering the spring Gearing Up for Kindergarten program beginning this March. The program will be held at the Washington Elementary School on Tuesdays and the Five Points Elementary School on Wednesdays from March 6 to March 27, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. March 15
Music In Our Schools Concert
Music In Our Schools Concert with various instrumental and choral ensembles will be held in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School, 7:00pm March 15. March 17
Craft and Vendor Show
The 24th Annual Mt. Bethel Fire Company Ladies Auxillary Craft and Vendor Show will be held March 17th from 9am to 3pm at Mt. Bethel Fire House, 2341 N. Delaware Drive, Mount Bethel. Table space is availale. The cost is $20 first table/$15 for additional tables. To reserve a space, email kvanderpool2@gmail.com and ask for a form. Sportsman's Dinner Trinity Lutheran Church, 404 Broadway, Bangor will hold their Annual Sportsman's Dinner on Saturday, March 17 at 6:00 pm. Tickets are $15.00 each and may be purchased by calling the church office at 610-588-2023. Trivia Night Trivia Night March 17 from 9 to 11 pm at Broadway Pub, Bangor. Build and Fly Fixed Winged Unmanned Aircraft Come learn how to build a small fixed winged unmanned aircraft at Northampton Community College! The course uses ready to build kits for fixed wings. Laser cutting, engraving and 3D printing will be used to make your aircraft unique to your style. Once the aircraft is complete, the class will learn how to set up their flight controller. If time permits, the class will fly the aircraft at a local field. Classes will be held on March 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fab Lab at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem. To learn more, check pricing and register go to www.northampton.edu/fablab and click the ‘Browse Catalogs’ button. Space is limited, register early! March 18
Designer Purse Blingo Designer Purse Blingo Hosted by Humble Hearts For Hope, Inc. Sunday, March 18 at 12 PM - 4 PM at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company 6480 Sullivan Trail, Wind Gap. Tickets by Eventbrite. Early Bird Registration for Coach Purse. Sales end on Jan 31 at 6 PM. Cost $25.00 20 Games, Mix and Match between Designer Purses and Premier Designs Bling. March 20
Gearing Up for Kindergarten
The Bangor Area School District will be offering the spring Gearing Up for Kindergarten program beginning this March. The program will be held at the Washington Elementary School on Tuesdays and the Five Points Elementary School on Wednesdays from March 6 to March 27, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. March 24Rotary Easter Bunny Breakfast
The Slate Belt Rotary's 7th Annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny will be held March 24, 2018 from 9-11AM at the Scorecard in Wind Gap. All children 9 and under eat FREE. $8 for all others. Proceeds for this event benefit the Community Garden of the Slate Belt. March 27
Gearing Up for Kindergarten
The Bangor Area School District will be offering the spring Gearing Up for Kindergarten program beginning this March. The program will be held at the Washington Elementary School on Tuesdays and the Five Points Elementary School on Wednesdays from March 6 to March 27, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. March 31
Wind Gap Easter Egg Hunt
The Wind Gap Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, March 31st at 11:00 am at the Wind Gap Park for Children 10 Years of Age and Under. April 7
Harlem Wizards Basketball Game
The Bangor Area Middle School PTSO (Parent, Teacher, Student, Organization) is hosting its 1st Annual Harlem Wizards Basketball Game on April 7, 2018. While the PTSO is fairly new, we are running this fundraiser in hopes that we can raise enough money to assist the school with future purchases that are not in their budget such as: new library books, school supplies and equipment, funding field trips and assemblies, as well as assist with purchases for the school dances throughout the year. We wanted to take a new approach to fundraising and offer a family friendly event that would bring the community together for a great cause and promote wellness at the same time. We will have our own team consisting of teachers and staff from each school in the district as well as some High School players. Our team will be playing against the Harlem Wizards. To purchase tickets online you can go to: https://www.harlemwizards.com/schedule-tickets/ Find the April calendar and click on April 7th, Bangor, PA. Any businesses interested in being a sponsor for this event can contact Debbie Smith, 610-751-7692 or Kim Gambale, 484-241-0441 or email: bamsptso@gmail.com Trivia Night Trivia Night April 7 from 9 to 11 pm at Broadway Pub, Bangor, PA April 13,14 & 15
BAHS Spring Musical
The Spring Musical "42nd Street" will be held in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School, 7:30pm Friday and Saturday, April 13, 14 and Saturday and Sunday April 14,15 at 2:00pm. April 18
Ogham Art Tile Class
Celtic Cultural Alliance is excited to announce an Ogham Art Tile Class, led by Nancy Lewis. This workshop takes place in two sessions: April 18th from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and April 25th from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.. Come join us for a fun night of exploring the Ogham alphabet, and then create your own design in a clay slab. After it is fired, come back to class one week later and glaze it. The ceramic piece can be picked up at Celtic Cultural Alliance after May 2. The Ogham alphabet was used to represent the Primitive Irish language using a series of perpendicular and intersecting lines, written vertically, and then read from bottom to top. This class is suitable for ages 16 and up. Instructor Nancy Lewis is a talented artist who continually inspires as students as an art teacher at Liberty High School. A graduate of Kutztown University, she enjoys ceramics, watercolor and pen and ink. She resides in Bethlehem along with her husband, George, and their children. The cost of the class is $35.00. To register for the class, please go to http://www.celticfest.org/ogham_art_class April 21
Trek for Tech 5k
Trek for Tech 5k hosted by Monroe Career and Technical Institute (MCTI) will be held Saturday, April 21 at 9 AM - 10:30 PM at Dansbury Park East Stroudsburg.Tickets Available register.chronotrack.com Monroe Career and Technical Institute’s Trek for Tech is a runner/walker friendly event taking place on the Levee Loop Trail at Dansbury Park in East Stroudsburg. This inaugural 5k is being hosted by MCTI’s Aevidum Club, Interact Club and The National Technical Honor Society. All proceeds will benefit Monroe County Special Olympics, The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and Big Brother Big Sister of the Bridge. Timing of this event will be done by Ready Set Run. Registration per runner/walker is $25.00. Participants registered prior to April 7th will receive a complementary race shirt and bag. To register please click https://register.chronotrack.com/r/36340 Jacobsburg Grounds Clean-Up Annual Spring Grounds Clean-Up at Jacobsburg Historical Society will be held Saturday, April 21, 2018, 8 am–12 pm. Refreshments Great Earth Day Community Service Project! All volunteers are greatly appreciated! Trivia Night Trivia Night April 21 from 9 to 11 pm at Broadway Pub, Bangor, PA April 22
Earth Day Celebration
Annual Earth Day Celebration hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center will be held Sunday, April 22 at 11 AM - 2 PM at Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072 The event will include presentations by Bear Mountain Butterflies and the P.T. Reptiles!! (YES REPTILES THIS YEAR!! YAY!) They will also be recognizing some of the great Scouts that have achieved Eagle Status for the projects completed at the Education Center. Activities for the kids, composting information and other great organizations will be here! More information to come! April 24
Broadway Night
Broadway Night will be held in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School, 7:30pm April 24. April 25
Ogham Art Tile Class
Celtic Cultural Alliance is excited to announce an Ogham Art Tile Class, led by Nancy Lewis. This workshop takes place in two sessions: April 18th from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and April 25th from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.. Come join us for a fun night of exploring the Ogham alphabet, and then create your own design in a clay slab. After it is fired, come back to class one week later and glaze it. The ceramic piece can be picked up at Celtic Cultural Alliance after May 2. The Ogham alphabet was used to represent the Primitive Irish language using a series of perpendicular and intersecting lines, written vertically, and then read from bottom to top. This class is suitable for ages 16 and up. Instructor Nancy Lewis is a talented artist who continually inspires as students as an art teacher at Liberty High School. A graduate of Kutztown University, she enjoys ceramics, watercolor and pen and ink. She resides in Bethlehem along with her husband, George, and their children. The cost of the class is $35.00. To register for the class, please go o http://www.celticfest.org/ogham_art_class
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FEBRUARY
FEBRUARY EVENTS
Pen Argyl - February 2018
MTD: 4.80 YTD: 9.09 Normal: 2.77
Bangor Library New Books
February 22 Adult Fiction
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SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
February 8, 2018
Bangor Elks 40 Roseto Legion 16 – Jody Zengulis 13-1, Ryan Kreider 12-2, Dave Giaquinto 12-2 *Note : Dave Giaquinto threw a four-timer over John Cuvo
East Bangor Fire Co. 35 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 21 – Bill Pascoe 11-3, Scott Allen 11-3
Liberty Fire Co. 34 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 22 – John “Packy” Roberts 11-3, Phil Martin 10-4; Harold Bird 9-5
Bangor Jax 30 Bangor VFW 26 – Carson Brewer 8-6, Jon Owens 8-6; Jeff Plimpton 10-4
Columbia Fire Co. 32 Rescue Fire Co. 24 – Brian Palmer 11-3, Matt Goffredo 11-3; Rob George 9-5
Oxford Fire Co. 37 O’Neill’s Place 19 – Bill Griffett 11-3, Jim Huff 11-3, Wayne Sayler 10-4
Pen Argyl Legion 46 Second Ward Fire Co. 10 – John Albanese 13-1, Brookes Kromer 13-1, Bob Ponnett 12-2
2017-2018 SBMQL SECOND HALF STANDINGS
Division 1 – Bangor Elks 9-0, Oxford Fire Co. 9-0, Pen Argyl Legion 8-1, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 6-3, Roseto Legion 6-3, Bangor Jax 6-3, O’Neill’s Place 5-4
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 5-4, Second Ward Fire Co. 3-6, Bangor VFW 3-6, Rescue Fire Co. 1-8, Liberty Fire Co. 1-8, Columbia Fire Co. 1-8, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-9
Bangor Elks 40 Roseto Legion 16 – Jody Zengulis 13-1, Ryan Kreider 12-2, Dave Giaquinto 12-2 *Note : Dave Giaquinto threw a four-timer over John Cuvo
East Bangor Fire Co. 35 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 21 – Bill Pascoe 11-3, Scott Allen 11-3
Liberty Fire Co. 34 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 22 – John “Packy” Roberts 11-3, Phil Martin 10-4; Harold Bird 9-5
Bangor Jax 30 Bangor VFW 26 – Carson Brewer 8-6, Jon Owens 8-6; Jeff Plimpton 10-4
Columbia Fire Co. 32 Rescue Fire Co. 24 – Brian Palmer 11-3, Matt Goffredo 11-3; Rob George 9-5
Oxford Fire Co. 37 O’Neill’s Place 19 – Bill Griffett 11-3, Jim Huff 11-3, Wayne Sayler 10-4
Pen Argyl Legion 46 Second Ward Fire Co. 10 – John Albanese 13-1, Brookes Kromer 13-1, Bob Ponnett 12-2
2017-2018 SBMQL SECOND HALF STANDINGS
Division 1 – Bangor Elks 9-0, Oxford Fire Co. 9-0, Pen Argyl Legion 8-1, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 6-3, Roseto Legion 6-3, Bangor Jax 6-3, O’Neill’s Place 5-4
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 5-4, Second Ward Fire Co. 3-6, Bangor VFW 3-6, Rescue Fire Co. 1-8, Liberty Fire Co. 1-8, Columbia Fire Co. 1-8, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-9
Slater Youth Baseball Workouts
Slater Youth Baseball Association Pre-season workouts start THIS week for interested players at the gym at the Tuscarora Inn in Mt. Bethel on the following dates and times.
*Players ages 9 and 10 as of May 1, 2018 may attend the Minors sessions. *Players age 11 and 12 may attend the Majors sessions.
Dates:
February 12, 14, 26, 28 . March 5, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
*Minors will be held from 6-7:30pm . *Majors will be held from 7:30-9pm
Please note these sessions are limited to the first 25 players due to limited space.
Also very important, please check the Facebook page on each scheduled date to ensure there is no cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances or inclement weather.
The Tuscarora Inn is located at 3300 River Road in Mt. Bethel.
**Any established coach from the 2017 season who is interested in helping out during these sessions, please contact Nick Kornafel at nickvw2001@yahoo.com.
Slater Youth Baseball Association Pre-season workouts start THIS week for interested players at the gym at the Tuscarora Inn in Mt. Bethel on the following dates and times.
*Players ages 9 and 10 as of May 1, 2018 may attend the Minors sessions. *Players age 11 and 12 may attend the Majors sessions.
Dates:
February 12, 14, 26, 28 . March 5, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
*Minors will be held from 6-7:30pm . *Majors will be held from 7:30-9pm
Please note these sessions are limited to the first 25 players due to limited space.
Also very important, please check the Facebook page on each scheduled date to ensure there is no cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances or inclement weather.
The Tuscarora Inn is located at 3300 River Road in Mt. Bethel.
**Any established coach from the 2017 season who is interested in helping out during these sessions, please contact Nick Kornafel at nickvw2001@yahoo.com.