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Periods of rain are expected through today, which may be heavy at times. The axis of heaviest rain will shift slowly northward today, from Delmarva and southern New Jersey early this morning to the I-95 corridor and the Lehigh Valley late this morning and this afternoon. Low-lying flooding is likely where the heaviest rain occurs. In addition, rainfall amounts may result in flooding on area streams, creeks, and rivers by this afternoon and evening.
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Bangor Girls Advance to Semisby Larry Cory
If ever a team qualified for the Colonial League semi finals on sheer determination it is the Bangor Girls Basketball team which defeated Palisades Saturday night 41-34 to earn a semi-final berth versus top -seeded Southern Lehigh in a game to be played 7:30 Wednesday night at Catasauqua. Notre Dame will play Wilson in the first semi final game with the winners meeting for the championship Friday night at a site to be determined. This Slater team is seldom, if ever, out-hustled from the opening tap to the final buzzer. And it's that drive that has been a key factor in winning 16 of their last 19 games. Add that to some key shots from long distance and you have a team with a lot of momentum going into the playoffs. Last night, Bangor's pesty zone defense forced several turnovers and off-balance shots in holding the Pirates to 34 points They rebounded at both ends of the court and dove on the floor for loose balls. Offensively, they raced the ball up the court, looking for a driving lay-up or a quick shot beyond the arc. Anyone who has seen this team play during the season has become accustomed to their long-range accuracy, hitting as many as 11 threes in a game on one occasion. Saturday night, was no exception. Megan Barone’s early three-pointer put the Slaters on top. Casey Walsh added another three in the first period, helping the Slaters to 6-0 run extending into the second quarter and giving Bangor an 11-9 edge. Morgan Karasek later scored on an offensive rebound as the Slaters moved to a 14-11 lead which they would never surrender and led 21-18 at the half. After intermission, the Slaters' momentum continued as they outscored the Pirates 11-5 to start the third quarter. Barone hit her second three of the game to start the half and Madaline Minner hit a pair of threes as the Slaters took their largest lead of the game at 32-23. The Pirates would only cut the to five points once during the remainder of the game. Bangor was on top 33-27 entering the final period until Emily Labar converted a nifty spin move off the low post for a 35-27 lead. Ohland made three of four from the line to close out the scoring, giving her a game total of 6 for 10. Barone led the scoring with 10 points followed by Karasek with 9.
(Upper Left) Brie Ohland dives to save the ball from going out of bounds. (Upper Right) Morgan Karasek dives on a loose ball. Meghan Barone (Lower Left) and Madaline Minner (Lower Right) hit a combined four three pointers during the Slaters' 41-34 win over Palisades in a quarter final game played in William Pensyl Gym at Bangor High School Saturday night. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photos Larry Cory
Displaced Family Needs Your Help The local American Way Disaster Relief group is currently looking for the following items to help a family that relocated to Pennsylvania from Puerto Rico. Please reach out since they are making contact with this family tonight and providing them with several items. They are making this trip happen tonight because the family has nothing, but they hope to make a return trip with more items in the next few days. Please look what you have and can part with. To donate: call Nick Russo (610) 703-4887 or Jennifer Newland 610-217-7088. Family: 1 adult male, 1 adult female, 2 male juveniles (17 and 14 years old) Current list of requested items: Dresser, Saxophone, Bass and double bass Boys: Large XXL, 12, 11.5-12, 32-34, 42-34 Other Items:Towels, Washclothes, Sheets - twin & queen, Bath mat, Microwave, Toaster, Dishes, Cups, Dishtowels, Dishcloths, Storage containers, Vacuum, Pot holders, Frames- twin & Queen bed, Frame-queen, TV, TV stand, End tables, Recliners, Storage cabinet. News Shorts.........
First Responders Appreciation Dinner Any first responders who have not received an invitation to the First Reponders Appreciation dinner scheduled for 6:30 pm February 12 at the Broadway Pub, Bangor should message Lindsay Stewart on Facebook. Herpes Infections Declining
Herpes infections have declined in the United States in recent years, according to a new report. However, about half of teens and adults under age 50 are still infected with the oral herpes virus, and about 1 in 8 have an infection with the genital herpes virus.
The new report, published (Feb. 7) by the National Center for Health Statistics of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), analyzed information from people in the U.S. ages 14 to 49 who had been screened for herpes in 2015 and 2016, as part of a national survey. The screening involved a blood test that looked for antibodies against two types of herpes viruses: herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which most commonly causes oral herpes (cold sores), and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), which causes genital herpes. The results showed that, overall, about 48 percent of people in this age group had HVS-1, and about 12 percent had HSV-2. Infections were more common among older age groups — for example, 60 percent of people ages 40 to 49 had HVS-1, and 21 percent had HVS-2, while 27 percent of people ages 14 to 19 had HVS-1, and 0.8 percent had HVS-2, the report said. For HSV-2, "other studies that have seen a decline in HSV-2 in their populations have suggested that the increase in safe-sex practices in the post-AIDS-pandemic [period] may contribute to the decline in this virus, which is sexually transmitted," McQuillan said. (Previously, researchers documented a 19 percent drop in HSV-2 infections among Americans ages 14 to 49 from 1988 to 2004.) Although herpes infections are lifelong, people with infections may not always have symptoms, because the virus can remain "dormant" for long periods, with symptoms flaring up from time to time, according to the National Institutes of Health. Symptoms of herpes infection can include sores in the mouth (for HSV-1) or genitals (for HSV-2). These sores can turn into blisters that become itchy and painful before healing, the NIH says. Original article on Live Science.By Live Science Brace your Phone for New Emojis
Are you ready for a ton of new emoji? If not, you better hurry to prepare yourself and your phone.
Announced Wednesday by the Unicode Consortium, a group that helps make open standards to allow people to use computers around the world, the new emoji group finalized today will hit phones in the second half of this year. While that may seem to be too long a wait, hopefully the idea of new hairstyles for men and women (including red-haired, curly-haired, white-haired and bald), various skin tones and multiple genders for a new superhero and supervillain emoji can tide you over. If that doesn't work then perhaps the idea of a bagel, cupcake or teddy bear emoji might. Or new animal emoji like a kangaroo, lobster and llama. Or maybe a "woozy face" or "partying face" emoji does the trick. Curious for a peek? The folks over at Emojipedia put together a video to preview on what all the new emoji will look like on the iPhone. As for why it takes so long, well, that's up to individual manufacturers and software makers like Apple, Google and Microsoft to integrate the now finalized versions of code into their respective software so that it appears properly across various devices, platforms and websites. All three aforementioned companies are full, voting members in the consortium. The 157 new emoji are part of an updated version of Unicode, which everything from operating systems to websites use to display letters and characters. Wednesday's announcement gives those software makers some time to start integrating their own variations on the new emoji before the latest version of Unicode, Unicode 11.0, is released in June. According to the Consortium, new emoji typically start showing up on phones in August or September. Seeing as Apple and Google both have traditionally released major versions of iOS and Android in the fall it is likely that is when we'll start to see these new emoji on iPhone and Android devices. DaVinci Center
February 11 – Watch the scientific magic of the honeybee hive come to life during the “Dancin’ with the Honeybees” program with Cliff Sunflower, master beekeeper, environmental educator, storyteller and performer. Showtimes: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Dip Chocolate Pretzels Dip Chocolate Pretzels hosted by Nazareth Ceramic Center Sunday, February 11 at 1 PM - 4 PM Nazareth Ceramic Center 69 S Broad St, Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064. Tickets are available www.nazarethceramiccenter.com Come dip pretzels in chocolate. They will provide aprons, food gloves; several kinds of pretzels & several kinds of melted chocolate & decorations, with take-home gift bags and lots of instructions. Sign-up on the website or call the studio at 610-759-8367. History of Scouting Presentation
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, February 11th at 2:00 PM. On behalf of the local Boy Scout Council, Perry Morris will speak on the “History of Scouting and also Camp Wygat”. Many men remember the popular Camp Wygat, situated in the Delaware Water Gap where summers and outings were spent learning and practicing camping skills. If you have ever attended Camp Wygat, you are invited to come and share your story. The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, Pa. For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. Lineworker Info Session at NCC NCC will hold an information session about its lineworker program on February 14 and 19 at 5:00 p.m. at the Bethlehem Campus. The session will be held in Alumni 130 A – D. The session will give prospective students the opportunity to meet the instructors, learn about the program and gain information about potential sources of financial assistance for qualified candidates. This hands-on, non-credit course is taught by instructors with lineworker experience and has been popular since its inception in 2013. It prepares students for entry-level linework in the electrical and telecommunications fields. During the 12 week course, which includes 375 hours of instruction, students will learn to safely and efficiently climb 40m floor utility poles, construct assemblies while on poles, use a variety of hand tools and understand the basics of electricity. Classes begin in March. The cost is $4,950 and $400 for materials. Students must purchase their own safety belts and climbers. For information, call 610-861-5577 or email technical@northampton.edu. 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
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. Veterans Assitance Day Harrisburg -- Senator Mario Scavello (R-40) and the American Legion will be holding a Veterans Assistance Day on February 13 at the senator’s Tannersville district office located at 2989 Route 611, Suite 103, Tannersville, PA 18372. This service is offered on the second Tuesday of each month. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a service officer with the American Legion Pennsylvania Department will be on site to assist veterans with issues including: compensation and pension claims, education benefits, enrollment in the VA health care system, burial and survivor benefits, state benefits, and obtaining military personnel and medical records. Veterans do not need to be a member of the American Legion to receive these services. Please contact the Tannersville office to schedule an appointment at 570-620-4326. February 11 Regular EventsBingo - Immaculate Conception. Doors 11:00am, Bingo 1:00pm
Bingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45. Breakfast - Bushkill Volunteer Fire C. 7:30-12:30. Fellowship Dinner - Breaking Bread soup kitchen, 4:00pm. Cross Road Baptist, Bangor. Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3. Slate Belt YMCA - Open 10-2 This is our calendar of regularly scheduled events. If you see any info that is incorrect or want to add a regularly scheduled event please send e-mail to sbtopics@rcn.com.
CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARRestitution for Child Pornography Victims
U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright introduced the Amy, Vicky, and Andy Child Pornography Victim Assistance Act,which would provide an effective restitution process for child pornography victims. Companion legislation passed the Senate on January 23, 2018. "Amy,” “Vicky,” and “Andy” are victims in some of the most widely-distributed child pornography series in the world. The Amy, Vicky, and Andy Actaddresses Paroline v. United States, a 2014 Supreme Court decision that made clear that current federal statute cannot provide meaningful restitution for most child pornography victims. “Victims of these atrocious crimes deserve full protection and compensation,” said Rep. Cartwright. “It’s impossible to understand the psychological harm done by these types of crimes. That’s why we need to work together to strengthen these victims’ voices and help them rebuild their lives. This bill would establish a practical process that provides real and timely restitution.” By shifting the legal burden from victims to perpetrators, the Amy, Vicky, and Andy Act would make the restitution standard more relevant to the unique harm caused by child pornography and more useful to victims who seek to achieve a measure of justice. This bill would also provide victims with the alternative of a one-time fixed compensation payment from the existing Crime Victims Fund. The Amy, Vicky, and Andy Act also requires appointment of a guardian ad litem for victims, and allows them to access the images depicting them, which can be important for victim identification, expert testimony, forensic review, and treatment. This bill is supported by Amy, Vicky, and Andy personally, and is endorsed by the National Center for Victims of Crime, National Crime Victims Bar Association, National Crime Victims Law Institute, National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators, RAINN, American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, Academy on Violence and Abuse, Utah Crime Victims Legal Clinic, Utah Coalition against Pornography, Utah Coalition against Sexual Assault, CHILD USA, Children’s Justice Fund, Thorn, and DV LEAP. Entertainment This Week
THIS DAY IN HISTORY - February 11Nelson Mandela released from prison 1990 Nelson Mandela, leader of the movement to end South African apartheid, is released from prison after 27 years on February 11, 1990. In 1944, Mandela, a lawyer, joined the African National Congress (ANC), the oldest black political organization in South Africa, where he became a leader of Johannesburg’s youth wing of the ANC. In 1952, he became deputy national president of the ANC, advocating nonviolent resistance to apartheid–South Africa’s institutionalized system of white supremacy and racial segregation. However, after the massacre of peaceful black demonstrators at Sharpeville in 1960, Nelson helped organize a paramilitary branch of the ANC to engage in guerrilla warfare against the white minority government. In 1961, he was arrested for treason, and although acquitted he was arrested again in 1962 for illegally leaving the country. Convicted and sentenced to five years at Robben Island Prison, he was put on trial again in 1964 on charges of sabotage. In June 1964, he was convicted along with several other ANC leaders and sentenced to life in prison.
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Feb. 11 – Watch the scientific magic of the honeybee hive come to life during the “Dancin’ with the Honeybees” program with Cliff Sunflower, master beekeeper, environmental educator, storyteller and performer. Showtimes: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Dip Chocolate Pretzels Dip Chocolate Pretzels hosted by Nazareth Ceramic Center Sunday, February 11 at 1 PM - 4 PM Nazareth Ceramic Center 69 S Broad St, Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064. Tickets are available www.nazarethceramiccenter.com Come dip pretzels in chocolate. They will provide aprons, food gloves; several kinds of pretzels & several kinds of melted chocolate & decorations, with take-home gift bags and lots of instructions. Sign-up on the website or call the studio at 610-759-8367. History of Scouting Presentation The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, February 11th at 2:00 PM. On behalf of the local Boy Scout Council, Perry Morris will speak on the “History of Scouting and also Camp Wygat”. Many men remember the popular Camp Wygat, situated in the Delaware Water Gap where summers and outings were spent learning and practicing camping skills. If you have ever attended Camp Wygat, you are invited to come and share your story. The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, Pa. For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. February 13
Veterans Assitance Day
Harrisburg -- Senator Mario Scavello (R-40) and the American Legion will be holding a Veterans Assistance Day on February 13 at the senator’s Tannersville district office located at 2989 Route 611, Suite 103, Tannersville, PA 18372. This service is offered on the second Tuesday of each month. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a service officer with the American Legion Pennsylvania Department will be on site to assist veterans with issues including: compensation and pension claims, education benefits, enrollment in the VA health care system, burial and survivor benefits, state benefits, and obtaining military personnel and medical records. Veterans do not need to be a member of the American Legion to receive these services. Please contact the Tannersville office to schedule an appointment at 570-620-4326. February 14
Lineworker Info Session at NCC
NCC will hold an information session about its lineworker program on February 14 and 19 at 5:00 p.m. at the Bethlehem Campus. The session will be held in Alumni 130 A – D. The session will give prospective students the opportunity to meet the instructors, learn about the program and gain information about potential sources of financial assistance for qualified candidates. This hands-on, non-credit course is taught by instructors with lineworker experience and has been popular since its inception in 2013. It prepares students for entry-level linework in the electrical and telecommunications fields. During the 12 week course, which includes 375 hours of instruction, students will learn to safely and efficiently climb 40m floor utility poles, construct assemblies while on poles, use a variety of hand tools and understand the basics of electricity. Classes begin in March. The cost is $4,950 and $400 for materials. Students must purchase their own safety belts and climbers. For information, call 610-861-5577 or email technical@northampton.edu. Ash Wednesday Service The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold an Ash Wednesday service on February 14th at 7:00 p.m. Ash cards will be given as a wallet or purse stuffer for you to carry through the Lenten season and beyond. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit www.ebumc.org. February 15
UMBT Softball Registration
Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building from 6:30-8:30pm. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. February 16
Miller Keystone Blood Mobile Event Miller Keystone will be bringing a bus to the Grand Central Landfill and Hauling/Waste Management of the Slate Belt, Pen Argyl on Friday, February 16 at 10:00 am. Interested Blood Donors can sign up by sending an email to Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors directly at afors1@wm.com. Heart Flower Workshop Feb. 16 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Bloom. Come create this Heart Flower with Lorena on Friday, February 16th at 6 pm! Cost is $35 per person for the class, 16x20 canvas, and supplies. Secure your spot today!Register HERE February 17Valentines dinner & dance to benefit MS
Valentines dinner & dance to benefit MS (multiple sclerosis) @ Vigilant fire company in Slatington, Saturday, February 17 6pm - 11pm doors open at 5:30 $15.00 per person includes platter, dessert, chips, pretzels, & soda! This is a BYOB event! There will be a variety of music something for everyone! Contact Cindy for tickets 484-725-9035. Everything For Evy Benefit An Everything For Evy Benefit by Danielle Hardy and Chris Schleppy Roberts Saturday, February 17 at 12 PM - 6 PM will be held at the Bangor VFW Post 739 202 Veterans Road, Bangor, Pennsylvania. Felicia and Brett were married in September of 2015. A young couple very in love and excited to start their family. After learning they were expecting their hearts were filled with tremendous joy! At 24 weeks gestation Felicia and Brett were heartbroken to learn that their baby girl was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot with Pulmonary Atresia and MAPCA’s This meant being delivered in Philadelphia to ensure she was surrounded by some of the areas top medical teams to help baby Evelyn Hope begin this amazing fight for her life. Evelyn Hope arrived in this world on November 13th of 2017 and has endured more medical procedures than most of us would ever in a hundred lifetimes. Currently they are in California at a top medical facility with an amazing team of professionals doing everything they can to help her fight. This has been an unbelievable emotional experience for Felicia, Brett and their entire family. And now it’s our turn as a community to reach out and help! Elks Bingo Bonanza Bingo Bonanza Hosted by Bangor Elks #1106 will be held Saturday, February 17 at 6 PM at the Bangor Elks #1106 120 Broadway, Bangor, Pennsylvania 18013. Doors open at 5PM Bingo starts at 6PM CASH PRIZES TRICKY TRAY Moonlight Lake Paint Workshop at Bloom Feb. 17 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Come create tis beautiful Moonlight Lake scene on a 16x20 canvas with Karen! Cost is $35 for class, canvas, and supplies. Secure your spot today. Register here! DaVinci Center Feb. 17 – Travel to the North and South Pole with the Center for Aquatic Sciences at the Adventure Aquarium. See a real narwhal (a.k.a. unicorn of the sea) tusk, touch a polar bear pelt, observe a live shark, and learn about everything in between. Showtimes: 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. February 18
UMBT Softball Registration
Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building from 2:00-4:00pm. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. DaVinci Center Feb. 18 – Learn about exotic animals with the Lehigh Valley Zoo. Discover what makes the African Penguin different from its southern cousin. The penguin won’t be alone; the zoo will bring some of its friends also. Showtimes: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Backyard Bird Count and Walk Great Backyard Bird Count and Bird Walk hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center will be held Sunday, February 18 at 10 AM - 11:30 AM at Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072 Let's all support the Great Backyard Bird Count! Join the habitat team and bird specialist for an hour walk around the property. Dress for the weather, bring your binoculars and an extra pair of shoes! (it might be muddy) For any questions, please contact Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors at afors1@wm.com February 19
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Feb. 19 – Bring your family to see our furry friends from the Arctic Paws Dog Sled Tours. Learn how these adorable canines train, the different roles of the dog team, and become a musher. Showtimes: 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Lineworker Info Session at NCC NCC will hold an information session about its lineworker program on February 19 at 5:00 p.m. at the Bethlehem Campus. The session will be held in Alumni 130 A – D. The session will give prospective students the opportunity to meet the instructors, learn about the program and gain information about potential sources of financial assistance for qualified candidates. This hands-on, non-credit course is taught by instructors with lineworker experience and has been popular since its inception in 2013. It prepares students for entry-level linework in the electrical and telecommunications fields. During the 12 week course, which includes 375 hours of instruction, students will learn to safely and efficiently climb 40m floor utility poles, construct assemblies while on poles, use a variety of hand tools and understand the basics of electricity. Classes begin in March. The cost is $4,950 and $400 for materials. Students must purchase their own safety belts and climbers. For information, call 610-861-5577 or email technical@northampton.edu. February 21
Veterans Assistance Day in Pen Argyl
Senator Mario Scavello (R-40) and the American Legion will be holding a Veterans Assistance Day on Wednesday, February 21 at the senator’s Pen Argyl district office. This service is offered on the third Wednesday of each month. The district office is located at 2 N. Robinson Avenue, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a service officer with the American Legion Pennsylvania Department will be on site to assist veterans with issues including: compensation and pension claims, education benefits, enrollment in the VA health care system, burial and survivor benefits, state benefits, and obtaining military personnel and medical records. Veterans do not need to be a member of the American Legion to receive these services. Please contact the Pen Argyl office to schedule an appointment at 610-863-1200. Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Meeting The Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Meeting scheduled for Wednesday February has been postponed to 7:00pm February 21. February 22Dining For Dogs
Come chow down on lunch, dinner or even a snack at the Old Mill in Pen Argyl February 22 starting at 11:00am. Slate Belt Animal Advocacy group animals will benefit from the restaurant generously donating 10% of the day ‘s proceeds. Donations of supplies will be accepted the day of the fundraiser. 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 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 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 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! 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. 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 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 29
Breast Friends Bingo
Breast Friends of PA Coach Bingo will be held Sunday, April 29 at 12 pm in the Charter's Banquest Facility at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company in Wind Gap. Please come out and support Breast Friends of PA as we support the men and women of PA. Help us help those through the trauma of cancer one friend at a time. The afternoon will feature 15 games of bingo and 1 Buy in game grand finale. An authentic Coach handbag will be going to the individual winner of each game. All participants will have an opportunity to purchase 50/50, Raffle tickets and extra sets of bingo packs. All tickets will most likely sell out in pre sales. Admission is $30 per person pre-sale. Tickets can be purchased by phone Vivian Vega 321-236-3722 or at the door (if not sold out). Tickets are non refundable. June 2 Annual Heroin & Opiate Awareness Day
The Third Annual Heroin & Opiate Awareness Day Hosted by Partners for a New Beginning will be held Saturday, June 2 at 12 PM at Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Company, 155 Firehouse Dr, Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 There will be educational support and resources, a guest speaker, crafters, vendors, food, music, tricky tray, 50/50 and so much more!! Educational resources: • Bangor Elks • CHC - mock bedroom • Stephens Place • Bethlehem Recovery • Pyramid • The Addicts Mom • Serenity Addict • Tasha Behnke Counseling ...Vendors • Parklane Jewelry • Lula Roe • Aroma Thera Putty *Veronica Drake - Spiritual Mentor Keep checking back for update Your $20 donation to enter the event will provide you with food, snacks, beer and live music from local band Cold Shot. There will also be a wide variety of items you can win when you purchase tickets for the tricky tray! (Prizes will be updated in the event as they are collected) **This is a family friendly event, children under 18 are welcome! Under 5 are free, 5-13 are $10 and over 13 would be $20 July 12
Quarry Hoist
Demonstration for the Slate Belt Heritage Center Bangor Quarry Hoist will be held Thursday, July 12 at 7 PM - 8 PM at 1st Street and Market Street, Bangor, Pennsylvania 18013 The Bangor Quarry Hoist has booked its first event! On Thursday, July 12, 2018, at 7 PM, it will operate for the Slate Belt Heritage Center's monthly program, which will occur at the Hoist. The program will detail the restoration of the hoist and feature a live demonstration. Although work on the hoist and pavilion is still underway, progress is so advanced that we can look forward to this event next summer. |
 
Slate Belt Senior CenterSlate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex 700 American Bangor Road Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
FEBRUARY
FEBRUARY EVENTS
Pen Argyl - February 2018
MTD: 1.26 YTD: 5.58 Normal: 2.77
Bangor Library New Books
February 8 Adult Fiction
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SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
January 25, 2018
Bangor Elks 42 Pen Argyl Legion 14 – Chad Kreider 11-3, Ryan Kreider 11-3, George Gallagher 11-3, Jody Zengulis 11-3
Second Ward Fire Co. 33 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 23 – Dan Lucas 13-1, Dave Flynn 12-2; Brian Mucklin 10-4
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 32 Liberty Fire Co. 24 – Dave Flick 13-1, John hartzell 9-5; Buck Miller 9-5
Bangor VFW 35 Columbia Fire Co. 21 – Ron Lugg 12-2, Eric Comunale 11-3; Todd E. Albert 9-5, Gary Haycock 8-6
Bangor Jax 30 O’Neill’s Place 26 – Carson Brewer 9-5, Jim Hughes 9-5; Jared Lobb 8-6
East Bangor Fire Co. 40 Rescue Fire Co. 16 – Dave Klingle 13-1, John Pene 12-2; Rob George 9-5
Oxford Fire Co. 41 Roseto Legion 15
January 18, 2018
East Bangor Fire Co. 36 Columbia Fire Co. 20 – Kyle Frankenfield 12-2, Keith Tickle 11-3; Todd E. Albert 9-5
Oxford Fire Co. 33 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 23 – Gary Fagan 12-2, Jeff Lindsay 12-2
Second Ward Fire Co. 30 Bangor VFW 26 – Chuck Bossert 9-5, Dave Burrier 9-5; Rod LaBar 9-5, Ryan Comunale 9-5
Bangor Elks 49 Liberty Fire Co. 7 – Dave Giaquinto 13-1, Wayne Hill 13-1
Roseto Legion 33 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 23 – John Cuvo 11-3, Eric Porter 10-4; Larry Mucklin 10-4
Pen Argyl Legion 32 O’Neill’s Place 24 – Todd Lakey 10-4, Bob Ponnett 10-4, Steve Pfeiffer 10-4; Jack Bellis 9-5, Paul Freeby 8-6
Bangor Jax 32 Rescue Fire Co. 24 – Rob Tiburzi 12-2, Jeff Kluska 11-3; Mike Vedral 8-6
2017-2018 SBMQL SECOND HALF STANDINGS
Division 1 – Bangor Elks 6-0, Oxford Fire Co. 6-0, Pen Argyl Legion 6-0, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 5-1, Roseto Legion 5-1, O’Neill’s Place 4-2, Bangor Jax 3-3
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 3-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 2-4, Bangor VFW 2-4, Rescue Fire Co. 0-6, Liberty Fire Co. 0-6, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-6, Columbia Fire Co. 0-6
Bangor Elks 42 Pen Argyl Legion 14 – Chad Kreider 11-3, Ryan Kreider 11-3, George Gallagher 11-3, Jody Zengulis 11-3
Second Ward Fire Co. 33 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 23 – Dan Lucas 13-1, Dave Flynn 12-2; Brian Mucklin 10-4
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 32 Liberty Fire Co. 24 – Dave Flick 13-1, John hartzell 9-5; Buck Miller 9-5
Bangor VFW 35 Columbia Fire Co. 21 – Ron Lugg 12-2, Eric Comunale 11-3; Todd E. Albert 9-5, Gary Haycock 8-6
Bangor Jax 30 O’Neill’s Place 26 – Carson Brewer 9-5, Jim Hughes 9-5; Jared Lobb 8-6
East Bangor Fire Co. 40 Rescue Fire Co. 16 – Dave Klingle 13-1, John Pene 12-2; Rob George 9-5
Oxford Fire Co. 41 Roseto Legion 15
January 18, 2018
East Bangor Fire Co. 36 Columbia Fire Co. 20 – Kyle Frankenfield 12-2, Keith Tickle 11-3; Todd E. Albert 9-5
Oxford Fire Co. 33 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 23 – Gary Fagan 12-2, Jeff Lindsay 12-2
Second Ward Fire Co. 30 Bangor VFW 26 – Chuck Bossert 9-5, Dave Burrier 9-5; Rod LaBar 9-5, Ryan Comunale 9-5
Bangor Elks 49 Liberty Fire Co. 7 – Dave Giaquinto 13-1, Wayne Hill 13-1
Roseto Legion 33 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 23 – John Cuvo 11-3, Eric Porter 10-4; Larry Mucklin 10-4
Pen Argyl Legion 32 O’Neill’s Place 24 – Todd Lakey 10-4, Bob Ponnett 10-4, Steve Pfeiffer 10-4; Jack Bellis 9-5, Paul Freeby 8-6
Bangor Jax 32 Rescue Fire Co. 24 – Rob Tiburzi 12-2, Jeff Kluska 11-3; Mike Vedral 8-6
2017-2018 SBMQL SECOND HALF STANDINGS
Division 1 – Bangor Elks 6-0, Oxford Fire Co. 6-0, Pen Argyl Legion 6-0, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 5-1, Roseto Legion 5-1, O’Neill’s Place 4-2, Bangor Jax 3-3
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 3-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 2-4, Bangor VFW 2-4, Rescue Fire Co. 0-6, Liberty Fire Co. 0-6, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-6, Columbia Fire Co. 0-6
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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. |