CLICK HERE FOR PRINT ARCHIVES AT PRINTSBTT.COMNEXT WEEK'S FOOTBALL CONTEST IS ONLINE NOWDid you know that entering our football contest is as easy as clicking here ? Did you also know that you can fill out the contest form in less than five minutes? Did you know that all you need to do is click submit when you are done? And did you know that for all of that hard work you could win $25.00? Help Wanted......Electrical helper/ apprentice wanted.. Valid drivers license and reliable transportation needed. Drug and alcohol free work place. Serious applicants call 484-515-1134
SLATE BELT WEATHER AUGUST 29TODAY - Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Northwest wind around 9 mph. TONIGHT - Mostly clear, with a low around 59. North wind 5 to 7 mph. 
Pen Argyl's defense makes a big stop helping the Green Knights beat Wilson 28-7 Saturday at Wilson. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Bangor's Morgan Putvinski (foreground) and Rhiana Van Hoose play in a doubles match when the Slaters defeated Saucon Valley 3-2 in a match played at Bangor High School Thursday morning. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Slate Belt YMCA Hosts First Annual Delaware Dashby Mandy Heard
Forty-eight local runners came out to the Jerry Brunetti Environmental and Welcome Center in Lower Mount Bethel on August 6th to run in the Slate Belt YMCA’s First Annual Delaware Dash. The four-mile trail consisted of scenic wooded trail running as well as some flat field running. The participants ran the Talen Energy Power Plant Trails which consists of scenic views of the Delaware River, wooded areas that include hills, trees, and rocks. The course was a challenge but runners of all ages were able to meet the task. Gracious volunteers worked stations throughout the run to provide runners with motivation, water, and directions. At the end of the race runners were rewarded with bagels, oranges, and water. A great time was had by all of the runners that ran the trail run, a feeling of accomplishment of completing a challenge could be seen on the faces of the runners as they crossed the finish line. A small crowd gathered at the finish line to offer cheers of congratulations. Top runners were Megan Karn and Colin Saville. The Slate Belt YMCA plans on making the Delaware Dash an annual event and hope that each year this event grows in numbers and support. If trail running is something you are considering the Slate Belt YMCA hopes that you contemplate running in the Dash next year. The next big event the Slate Belt Y will be hosting is a golf outing held on Sunday, September 25th at Whitetail Golf Club. For more information about events and scheduling at the Slate Belt YMCA visit www.greatervalleyymca.org , like them on Facebook, and look for the fall brochure in your mail.
Participants in the Delaware Dash. (L) Two runners are to the finish line. (R) Father and daughter running on the trail.
Bangor's John Raub breaks away from defenders during the Slaters' 49-21 loss to Saucon Valley Friday night at Paul Farnan Field in Bangor Memorial Park. PHOTO GALLERY (Another photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Music/Art at Dansbury Depot
Music on Mondays at Dansbury Depot Aug. 29 will move inside in case of bad weather.
Come and enjoy music and art at the depot. Vendors and art begin at 6:00 PM; music at 7:00. A free will offering will be taken on behalf of the musicians. The featured musicians tonight will be Joyful Noises. The Joyful Noises Quartet was formed in 2007 as a gospel quartet. All were members of the East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church in East Stroudsburg, PA. Original members still with the quartet are Doug Malefyt, bass, and Bob Rosenberger, baritone. After several changes within the quartet, they solidified with Pete Wilson singing lead and Tom Salmon as tenor. This foursome has been together since 2010. They sent a recording to the Philadelphia Phillies, who invited them to sing for Alumni Day in the summer of 2013. David Sandt, Photographer, of Star Mountain Studio, is the featured artist! David’s pictures are a visual testament to the beauty of the Poconos and near-by regions. Dave has charmed many visitors with his shows and many beautiful pictures hang in a multitude of houses and businesses throughout the area. Dave will be showing and selling his beautiful pieces of art inside the depot. 
These children participate in the Pairs Pie Eating Contest Thursday night at the Blue Valley Farm Show. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Owen Jennings and the Bangor High School band provided lively entertainment at the Blue Valley Farm Show Saturday afternoon. (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Cub and Boy Scout FundraiserCub Pack 39 and Boy Scout Troop 39 of Belfast will hold a car wash and bake sale September 11 from 9-2 at Ace Hardware, Route 512. Cash is $5.00.
This man was the leader of the Farm Show 5K as the race proceeded north on South Franklin Street in Washington Township Saturday afternoon. PHOTO GALLERY (Another photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Book ReviewThe Secret Rescue: The Untold Story of American Nurses and Medics Behind Nazi Lines
book by Cate Lineberry review by Katy Albanese This incredible story is a must-read for all who are interested in stories of World War II. A group of 30 nurses, medics, and pilots takes off from Catania, Sicily, intending to land in Bari, Italy, to evacuate wounded soldiers. Instead, a violent storm pushes the plane off course, and it crash lands in Albania, a country located across the Adriatic Sea from Italy. For the next two months, these medics and nurses endure grueling hikes through the mountains of Albania in the winter snows. Without adequate winter clothing or boots, they travel from one village to the next, in search of food, shelter and a way back to Allied lines. Accompanying the Americans are Albanian partisans who risk their lives to help these strangers. They evade German troops, talk the villagers into sharing their food and locate British agents who can arrange escape for the stranded group. What a fascinating account of a long buried event. You are sure to enjoy this true story. The Pen Argyl Woman’s ClubThe Pen Argyl Woman’s Club will hold a pastie dinner on Monday, September 12th at Pen Argyl Park for their first meeting of the 2016-2017 year at 6PM. Pasties include beef and potato with or without onions. Please call Jane Ruggiero(610-863-6297), Vivian Dawe (610-863-7371), or Anna Bet (610-863-6126) if you would like to join us. Remember to bring your own place setting and cup.
Dues for the new year are payable at the meeting. The Club will again be selling wrapping paper, Bon Ton Community Days books, and fresh holiday greens. The Club is open to any woman 18 or older who wishes to join the largest woman’s organization in the U.S.A. Person’s interested in Club are asked to contact Jane Ruggiero, Vivian Dawe, or Anna Bet. This year’s Marie Bilheimer Club Scholarship winner in McKenna Hunt. She is the daughter of John Hunt and Elizabeth Hunt. She is a member of the National Honor Society, plays field hockey and volunteers through various clubs. She will be attending Cedar Crest College where she will be majoring in Nursing. The scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating student residing in the Pen Argyl School District 
Emlee Brewer displays her Champion Dairy Beef during the 4-H Club Livestock Show and Sale held at the Blue Valley Farm Show Saturday afternoon. (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Tim Roper Memorial GolfThe Tim Roper Memorial Scholarship Golf Outing will be held Saturday, September 10 2016 at Sawmill Golf Course, Stockertown.
Registration - 11:00am. Shotgun Start at Noon. Format is four-person scramble. Cost is $75 per person which includes cart, greens fees, dinner buffet, beverages. Hole Sponsor - $50 per hole. All registration forms and fees must be received by September 1. Donations accepted. FMI: Russ Roper russroper@juno.com, 610-863-5371. This year they gave a $3000 scholarship to a Pen Argyl graduate, Maximillian Policelli, who is going to major in Plastics engineering at Penn State Behrend campus 
August 29Connections for Women - Hopespring, Market St., Bangor 6-8:30pm
Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. Progressive Jackpot. 7pm Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARCan You Believe It?$1 Million Dollar Lottery Winner
LANSING, Mich., (UPI) -- Fran Price's knees buckled and she couldn't stop crying when she got the call that she'd won Michigan's $1 million Play it Again giveaway.
The 55-year-old, whose family had fallen on hard times recently, said the win will give her family the financial relief they need, mlive.com reported. "When I saw the number on my cell phone, I knew I had won," Price said. "I was at work and tried to stand up from my desk but my knees buckled and I fell to the floor. I couldn't stop bawling while the woman from the Lottery told me the good news." Price plans to use the winnings to pay off her house, buy a new car, take a trip in the spring, and invest the rest, MILottery.com reported. "This came at the perfect time for us," she said. "We've had some financial trouble recently, and this gives us so much relief to know we can pay our bills and have some cushion that will help us for years to come." She and her husband Dan decided to take the lump sum of $735,000 instead of an annuity. They picked up their winnings on Saturday. After she finally recovered from that phone call, Price said she texted her husband, "BINGO BABY" to let him know life was about to get a little easier.
Health...What to Know About Gut Health
(StatePoint) Your gut health affects more than just how your stomach feels. Recent scientific breakthroughs have uncovered links between the state of the gut microbiome and a range of human health issues such as obesity, diabetes, gastrointestinal disease, cardiovascular disease, immune system disorders, asthma and even cancer and its treatment.
Experts say that understanding the gut microbiome may change how these diseases are diagnosed and treated. Additionally, specific microbes have been linked to good digestive health. “The gut microbiome is currently subject to intense and growing interest within the medical and pharmaceutical industries, but is also of great interest to average people,” says Michael Farrell, PhD, Managing Director of Biome360, an emerging biotechnology and probiotics company. Farrell says that with the right tools and knowledge, anyone can positively influence and manage his or her own gut microbiome in the pursuit of better overall health. He is offering the following tips: • Assess your existing gut health and monitor changes over time. New tools, like the Gut Microbiome Sampling Kit, from Biome360, make it possible to do so at home. The sample collection process requires no training or preparation and the Biome360 dashboard allows users to learn about and explore their gut microbiome, and compare it to age and gender-matched healthy peers. • Supplement your gut health with targeted probiotic strains such as Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Streptococcus. Probiotics support digestive and immune health, can aid in weight loss and can lower the bad bacteria in your body that can cause infections and other problems. Probiotic supplements are especially important after a course of antibiotics. • What you eat matters. Make sure you get high-quality fiber in your diet -- the recommended daily intake of 25 to 38 grams -- and take steps to limit processed carbohydrates. Include fermented foods in your diet, which are packed with beneficial bacteria. Good choices include yogurt, cottage cheese, kimchi, tempeh, natto, kambucha, sauerkraut, miso, milk kefir and pickles. • Exercise early and often. Exercise, early in life, can alter microbial communities for the better, promoting healthier brain and metabolic activity over the course of a lifetime, according to recent research at the University of Colorado. You may not realize how much control you have over your own health. With the right information at your fingertips, you can learn more about what is happening inside your gut, and take informed action to improve your health.
Health...What You Need to Know About Life Insurance
(StatePoint) If you’re like many Americans, you may spend substantial time and energy on general financial planning while overlooking the various ways life insurance may fit into that plan. Life insurance has wide-ranging benefits for people of all ages that you should consider, say experts.
“There is a significant opportunity for life insurance to help you achieve financial security during any age of saving, and for the many concerns you face throughout your lifetime,” says Andrew Bucklee, senior vice president and head of Insurance Solutions Distribution for Lincoln Financial Distributors. “It should be part of most consumers’ long-term financial plan.” September is Life Insurance Awareness Month and the perfect opportunity to learn more about how it can help you protect your financial security. Here are a few things to consider. • If you only associate life insurance with helping address funeral expenses or estate planning, take note, depending on the type of policy, life insurance can potentially be used to protect against concerns like retirement savings, loss of household income due to illness, children’s college tuition expenses and long-term care in retirement. What’s more, life insurance can be used as an overarching vehicle for wealth protection. • Some carriers are stepping up their technology to make life insurance easy to research, purchase and manage in the same way you may have come to expect from other businesses in today’s digital world. Lab free underwriting, electronic policy delivery options and telephone application processes are all a reality in today’s marketplace, and are eliminating much of the time consuming paperwork and correspondence typically associated with obtaining a life insurance policy. • Each generation has a different set of financial priorities. Younger generations are focused on paying off student loan debt or credit card debt. For Baby Boomers, one of the greatest worries is the cost of healthcare in retirement, with 66 percent citing that as a pressing concern in a recent study by Lincoln. Because life insurance can potentially help address all these concerns, people of all ages should evaluate their life insurance options. “Studies show that people are beginning their financial planning sooner, which is great to see,” says Bucklee. “No matter what your age, it’s important to fully understand your life insurance options available through both financial advisors and workplace benefit packages. Advisors and employers are great resources that can help individuals unleash the full potential of life insurance.”
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF AUGUST 29(DELABOLE ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP) Between Between O.W. Road and Timberline Drive will experience delays and single lane restriction with stop signs 24 hours each day until further notice. RICHMOND ROAD (LOWER MT. BETHEL) Between Ott Drive and Miller Road will experience delays and single lane restriction 24 hours each day until further notice. VIADUCT MESSINGER STREET BRIDGE (BANGOR) Between South Main St and Route 191 CLOSED starting until December, 2017. Follow detours. GRAND CENTRAL ROAD Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice. ROUTE 512 WIND GAP TO BANGOR Repairs and Upgrades Through August possibly 24 hours per day. Beware of rough surfaces. BELFAST ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Henry Road AND Jacobsburg Road expect delays and lane restriction August 29-Sept 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. BANGOR MARTINS CREEK ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP) Between Messinger Street AND Uhler Road expect delays and lane restriction August 31 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. BELFAST ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Henry Road AND Jacobsburg Road expect delays and lane restriction August 29 - Sept 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. JACOBSBURG ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between PA 512 AND Bushkill Center Road expect delays and lane restriction August 30 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. JACKTOWN ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP) Between PA 611 AND Richmond Road expect delays and lane restriction Aug 30 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. MOUNTAIN ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Moorestown Road AND Old Allentown Road expect delays and lane restriction Aug 29 - Sept 2from 9:00am to 2:00pm. MT PLEASANT ROAD (LMBT) Between PA 611 AND Belvidere Hwy expect delays and lane restriction Sept 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. OLD ALLENTOWN ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Mountain Road AND PA 512 expect delays and lane restriction Aug 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. OLD MILL ROAD (WASHINGTON/PLAINFIELD TWP) Between OW Road AND State Park Rd./Sullivan Trail expect delays and lane restriction Aug 29,30 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. RICHMOND ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP & LMBT) Between Jacktown Road AND Messinger Street expect delays and lane restriction Sept 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. 
August 29Music/Art at Dansbury Depot
Music on Mondays at Dansbury Depot Aug. 29 will move inside in case of bad weather.
Come and enjoy music and art at the depot. Vendors and art begin at 6:00 PM; music at 7:00. A free will offering will be taken on behalf of the musicians. The featured musicians tonight will be Joyful Noises. The Joyful Noises Quartet was formed in 2007 as a gospel quartet. All were members of the East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church in East Stroudsburg, PA. Original members still with the quartet are Doug Malefyt, bass, and Bob Rosenberger, baritone. After several changes within the quartet, they solidified with Pete Wilson singing lead and Tom Salmon as tenor. This foursome has been together since 2010. They sent a recording to the Philadelphia Phillies, who invited them to sing for Alumni Day in the summer of 2013. David Sandt, Photographer, of Star Mountain Studio, is the featured artist! David’s pictures are a visual testament to the beauty of the Poconos and near-by regions. Dave has charmed many visitors with his shows and many beautiful pictures hang in a multitude of houses and businesses throughout the area. Dave will be showing and selling his beautiful pieces of art inside the depot. September 1Radio Club MeetingDelaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its meeting Thursday, September 1, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: “Early Women Pioneers of Radio”- WX3K. Hams and others interested are always welcome. Directions: http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. FMI: www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286.
September 2Family Night: Magnificent Monarchs!Friday, September 2, 6:00-7:30 PM
Monarch Butterflies are beautiful creatures at Jacobsburg that make an amazing migration each year. Learn about their life cycle and what you can do to help Monarchs along their journey. You will take a close look at Monarch caterpillars and search the fields for adults. This program is best for families with children ages 5 and up. 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 September 3Farm to Table Food Tasting Stroudsburg (PA) As a special fundraiser there will be a Farm to Table Food Tasting Experience - Saturday September 3, 2016 at Quiet Valley’s historic farm museum. Folks will be able to come out for a very tasty visit focused on end of summer produce and traditional harvest lore. Enjoy evening on the farm - a bucolic setting, the quiet sounds of evening in the country, a sense of 19th century rural Pennsylvania. From 4:00 to 6:30 pm small groups will go out every 20 minutes with the last one going at 6:30pm. The Farm to Table Experience takes place rain or shine.
At the workshop guests can sample a delicious, creamy carrot soup, a staple root crop in the family garden. A roasted beet salad in the one room school is where we will discover more about the root crop family. At the cellar kitchen enjoy the tastes of both dried corn and sweet corn and learn the difference. Nibble on a pumpkin dessert as you explore one of the most popular crops in the United States. Recipes will be shared. When visitors have finish the round of food tastings stop by the garden for some information on fall gardening and participate in a harvest activity. The harvest tour takes about an hour and a half and is $15.00 per adult, $10.00 for children 3-12. Tickets can be purchased by calling the farm at 570-992-6161, or purchased in the gift shop the day of the food tasting. All money raised goes to support the farm and its mission to preserve and present the agricultural history of the 1800s. If you have never visited the farm at twilight you won’t want to miss this special opportunity. This is a delicious and unique way to support Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. Come enjoy the delectable tastes of summer’s bounty. September 4East Bangor 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, September 4th. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, September 6th, at 3:30 p.m.
September 6Tuesday Tails & TrailsTuesday, September 6, 5:30-7:00 PM
Get some exercise with your canine companion! Jacobsburg’s dog ambassador “Lehigh” will lead the way and demonstrate proper dog walking etiquette in state parks. These guided hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water, dog waste bags, and wear sturdy shoes. Dogs must be on a leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center. Registration is not required. Tales for TotsTuesday, September 6,13, 20, & 27, 10:00-11:00 AM & 1:00-2:00 PM
The popular Tales for Tots program returns with all new explorations! Join story time followed by nature activities for preschoolers ages 3-5. Each week they will explore a different topic followed by a craft and short hike related to the story. Adults must accompany their child. Children that attend all six sessions will earn a DiscoverE Hide n’ Seekers certificate. Registration is required. September 8Resorts Casino TripSt. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish in Pen Argyl is sponsoring a trip to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City on Thursday, Sept. 8th. Celebrate the end of summer on the famous boardwalk! Price is $35, you will receive $25 slot rebate. October 13th will begin our winter trips to Mohegan Sun in Wilkesbarre. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630."
September 9Nazareth Area Garden Club Show The Nazareth Area Garden Club will hold its 14th Annual Flower and Garden Show on Sept. 9th and 10th, in the Schoeneck Moravian Church social hall, 316 North Broad Street Ext., Nazareth PA. Show times are Friday 4 - 7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
In addition to our beautiful plants, arrangements and horticulture specimens, there will be a raffle and plant sale. Jack Jones and his amazing birdhouses will also be there. Call Sandee Rinehart, 610-865-5439, for information. TGAI DanceSEPTEMBER 9
Totts Gap Dance at COTA, 7 PM, $10 Admission. Presbyterian Church of the Mountain, Main Street & Church Lane, Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327. The COTA festival begins on Friday night at the Dutot Museum at 6:00 PM with a musically themed art show and reception, followed by theater, dance, poetry and classical music at the Presbyterian Church of the Mountain from 7:00 - 9:30 PM . Totts Gap Dance shares their talent with a performance during this annual show. September 10Hidden Gems of Northampton County Bus Tour Saturday, September 10, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Join this all-day bus tour of beautiful, but relatively unknown, natural areas in the county. Participants should dress for the weather, wear comfortable foot wear and bring binoculars. Registration is required. Fee of $20.00 includes bus transportation and lunch. Sponsored by DCNR/Jacobsburg EE Center and Northampton County Parks.. 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 Richmond Lions BBQ Richmond Lions Club Chicken Bar-B-Que, will be held Saturday, Sept. 10, from 4 to 6:30pm at Jacktown Community Center Take outs available Cost, $10.To reserve call 610 588 2007
Annual Lights of Hope The Addict’s Mom invites you to their annual Lights of Hope event 5-7pm, September 10 at the Park & Ride in Portland followed by a candlelight vigil.
If addiction has affected you - this is an event that you don’t want to miss. Addiction is a “monster” that affects the entire family and the Addict’s Mom is here to help. Speakers include State Representative Joe Emrick, Senator Mario Scavello, and Tim Tidman of Drug Free World. There will be a parents Q&A with recovering addicts, Rehab Facilities, Squares of Hope, Love and Remembrance. The Candlelight Vigil will honor, remember, and encourage with a candle, song, prayer, and lighting of candles. Candle Colors Signify: Red - Still struggling; White - In recovery; Black - Tragically passed. Other parts of the program include unused drug drop-off, illegal as well as illegal, as well as drug paraphernalia. Portland Police will show examples of today’s drugs and how they are used. You may bring your own candle or purchase one at the event for $1.00. Light refreshments will also be available. Tim Roper Memorial Golf The Tim Roper Memorial Scholarship Golf Outing will be held Saturday, September 10 2016 at Sawmill Golf Course, Stockertown.
Registration - 11:00am. Shotgun Start at Noon. Format is four-person scramble. Cost is $75 per person which includes cart, greens fees, dinner buffet, beverages. Hole Sponsor - $50 per hole. All registration forms and fees must be received by September 1. Donations accepted. FMI: Russ Roper russroper@juno.com, 610-863-5371. This year they gave a $3000 scholarship to a Pen Argyl graduate, Maximillian Policelli, who is going to major in Plastics engineering at Penn State Behrend campus September 11Specialty Bingo Specialty bingo September 11 Featuring Longaberger baskets, Vera Bradley purses, Michael Kors purses, Coach purses & more….
Help spread the word. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Call today to reserve your tickets, 610 588 1000. At the Bangor Elks lodge 1106, 120 Broadway, Bangor Doors open at 12 noon, bingo 1 pm, Kitchen will be open Sponsor opportunities are still available, call today! Boomers Angels Fall Paint Party The party is Sunday, September 11, 2016 at 2:00PM-? It will be at the Lower Mt.Bethel/Sandt's Eddy Fire Station. The address is 6426 South Delaware Drive, Easton..near Martin's Creek. Everything needed to paint is provided.
Anna will take you step by to do the painting. They will have a raffle and door prizes..refreshments will be available.. Please reserve your seat by sending $35 to Boomer’s Angels PayPal at: boomersangels.com/donate If you have any questions please email us at boomersangels@gmail.com or call at 610-588-8613. Cub and Boy Scout FundraiserCub Pack 39 and Boy Scout Troop 39 of Belfast will hold a car wash and bake sale September 11 from 9-2 at Ace Hardware, Route 512. Cash is $5.00.
September 12Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University will be held at Richmond United Methodist University Church Monday nights 6:30-8:00PM from September 12th - November 7th. Register online at https://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/classes/1022446/atid/l_mi Questions? Contact Samantha Uhler at snuhler@spartan.northampton.edu
The Pen Argyl Woman’s Club The Pen Argyl Woman’s Club will hold a pastie dinner on Monday, September 12th at Pen Argyl Park for their first meeting of the 2016-2017 year at 6PM. Pasties include beef and potato with or without onions. Please call Jane Ruggiero(610-863-6297), Vivian Dawe (610-863-7371), or Anna Bet (610-863-6126) if you would like to join us. Remember to bring your own place setting and cup.
Dues for the new year are payable at the meeting. The Club will again be selling wrapping paper, Bon Ton Community Days books, and fresh holiday greens. The Club is open to any woman 18 or older who wishes to join the largest woman’s organization in the U.S.A. Person’s interested in Club are asked to contact Jane Ruggiero, Vivian Dawe, or Anna Bet. This year’s Marie Bilheimer Club Scholarship winner in McKenna Hunt. She is the daughter of John Hunt and Elizabeth Hunt. She is a member of the National Honor Society, plays field hockey and volunteers through various clubs. She will be attending Cedar Crest College where she will be majoring in Nursing. The scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating student residing in the Pen Argyl School District September 13Lehigh Valley Horse Council The Lehigh Valley Horse Council meeting will be held Tuesday, September 13, 2016 , 7:00 PM at Flint Hill Farm, 1922 Flint Hill Road, Coopersburg. PA
Topic: "Meet the Big Guys", Learn about harnessing and ground driving Belgians, perhaps try your hand at it! FMI: 610-704-4130, 610-837-7294 September 14SBNRC Used Book Sale A Used Book Sale will be held Sept 14, 15, 16 from 10-4 Slate Belt Nursing and Rehab Ctr., 701 Slate Belt Blvd Bangor. Cost is $1.00 Hard Cover/.50 for Soft Cover.
September 16Autumn Women's Retreat Join the Women of Columcille at the Autumn Women's Retreat. They will be gathering from Friday, September 16th through Sunday the 18th at the Kirkridge Farmhouse. For full information, program, registration and meal information, click HERE for a PDF to download and print.
If you wish to charge your registration fee to your credit or debit card please contact Beth Guida. Her email is: beth@rainbowofpromise.com. Registration deadline is September 12th. They hope to see you there... Richmond UMC Movie Night Movie Night, featuring The Jungle Book at Richmond United Methodist Church is planned for Friday, September 16th: Gates open at 6PM Showtime: 7PM
Bring your chairs, lawn blankets, friends, and family for a great night out! Free will offering will be taken to benefit the youth Hot dogs, popcorn, and other snacks will be available September 17Adoption Fair and Donation Drive An Adoption Fair and Donation Drive in association with the Center for Animal Health and Welfare is scheduled for Saturday September 17th, 2016 from 1-3pm at the Chandler Estate 1569 Teels Road, Wind gap.
They will have large and small dogs as well as cats available for adoption. They would appreciate donations of food, treats, cat litter, and cleaning supplies. Wildflower FolkloreSaturday, September 17, 1:30-3:30 PM
Join us a two-hour search for the late summer botanical treasures of Jacobsburg! They will discuss how flowers got their names as well as legends, myths, and stories that surround them. Be prepared for a moderate hike that may involve muddy slopes and uphill climbs. Please bring binoculars, a camera, water, and a snack and wear sturdy shoes. 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 Heritage Mural DedicationThe Heritage Mural Education Program - Mural Dedication, 11 AM. FREE, Market & South First Streets Bangor, PA 18013. The Heritage Mural Education Program at TGAI celebrates another successful mural in the Slate Belt. Learn of the heritage of the region and hear stories from residents, historians, and artists. Purchase a print of the newest mural, as well as past murals in the series, to support the program.
September 18TGAI at Festival of the ArtsSEPTEMBER 18
TGAI & Jim Gloria at Riverside Festival of the Arts, 11 AM to 5 PM. FREE. Riverside Park, Larry Holmes Drive, Easton, PA 18042. Educational Tent. Try your hand in our Interactive scene painting/mural piece. Audience members will be encouraged to pick up the brush and try painting while standing on the canvas using brush in a bamboo stick. There will be a raffle for the completed work- $5.00 per ticket. September 19Monday Morning Birds & BeansMonday, September 19, 8:00-10:00 AM
Rise and shine! Join us for some delicious shade-grown coffee followed by a bird walk through Jacobsburg in search of Neotropical migrants. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring binoculars. Registration is not required. Meet at the Visitor Center 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. September 22Encore Resale Grand Opening Encore Resale Shop is a boutique style shop located in the lovely and historic town of Upper Mt Bethel, PA. They will hold an open house September 22 at 5:00pm with the ribbon cutting at 5:30pm
They offer unbeatable prices on fabulous apparel and accessories. Their low prices are always 50-90% off retail. New merchandise is set out daily, so you’ll want to shop often for the best selection and deals. You can also follow them on Facebook to shop for featured items, including our exciting Flash-Sales! They have lots to offer for every budget, size, age, and style. Their apparel is as nice as new and represents the latest trends as well as the tried and true classics. They carry clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories for infants, children, teens, and every woman- petite through plus sizes, along with maternity. You’ll also find some books, toys, and household items from time to time. Their ever-changing inventory includes lots of trendy and quality names and many items are new with tags. At Encore, you’ll get a great mix of items at great prices. Stop in and stay a while, they are looking forward to your visit! Visit them at www.encoreresaleshop.com or call 570-230-7889. September 23Trapping Convention Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Fall Trapping Convention and Sportsman Show September 23rd 12noon-6pm and September 24th 8am-6pm at West End Fairgrounds 570 Fairgrounds Rd. Gilbert, PA 18331. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203
Bethlehem Celtic Fest 2016BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, — The Celtic Cultural Alliance (CCA) will reach its 29th year of presenting the largest free Highland Games and Celtic festival in North America during the weekend of September 23rd through the 30th. This year brings back old Celtic Classic favorites such as Timlin & Kane, Seven Nations and the Glengarry Bhoys as well as new features like Low Lily, Moxie Strings, Barrule & Calan. From bagpipes to bodrahns, fiddles to whistles, Bethlehem will be filled with foot stomping Celtic music all weekend.
A wide variety of Scottish, Welsh and Irish bands and genres will take stage this September. The complete performer line up can be found at www.celticfest.org/entertainment Celtic Classic 2016 will also honor its traditional festival features. In addition to the U.S. National Highland Games Championship come an assortment of food styles and beverages, Celtic retail merchants, competitions and dance. Celtic Classic runs from Friday, September 23rd through Sunday, September 25th in downtown historic Bethlehem. For more information, directions, volunteering opportunities and the weekend’s schedule, log on to www.celticfest.org. For up-to-the-minute information and updates, follow Celtic Classic on Twitter (@CelticClassic) and friend them on Facebook (facebook.com/CelticClassic). For more information on the Parade of Shamrocks and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org. September 24Fourth Annual Pet Expo St. John Lutheran Church, Pen Argyl 4th annual pet expo, September 24, 2016, 10:00-2:00 at the church. Pet contests, parade, blessings, area pet rescue groups. For info. Call Gail DeWitt. 610-588-7545
Thank you Fourth Annual Pet Expo On Saturday, September 24th, 2016 come to St John’s pet expo in Pen Argyl, to meet some of the beautiful loving animals that Boomer’s Angels (BAARC) have for adoption!
St John’s Church is located, 12 North Westbrook Ave, Pen Argyl, PA 18072 All adoptions must be pre-approved so why not fill out and application in advance. Visit www.boomersangels.com for an application. If you’re not ready to adopt, why not try fostering? Foster homes are desperately needed so we can continue to save lives! They provide you with everything a foster parent will need. You supply the love and a safe home until they are adopted. Be an Angel for a homeless dog! Boomer’s Angels is in need of volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, etc. Boomer’s Angels Animal Rescue & Care was formed to give as many homeless and downtrodden animals the brightest future possible. Be an Angel for a homeless pet! Email boomersangels@gmail.com or visit their website at www.boomersangels.com, find us on Facebook. Washington Township School Reunion Former students of the old Washington Township School will hold its second annual reunion on Saturday afternoon September 24th, 2016. More information will be available later. Tell all your fellow classmates or friends that may have gone to WTS about the reunion and the date.
Get Outdoors PA FestivalSaturday, September 24, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Celebrate National Public Lands Day, National Bike to Park Day, and National Hunting & Fishing Day at this event sponsored by Senator Mario Scavello, Jacobsburg EE Center, and the Lehigh Valley Greenways Partnership. Activities will include a live animal presentation, fishing, archery, guided nature walks, and more! The animal presentation starts at 12:30 and will be followed by a panel discussion with Senator Scavello, Chairman of the Senate Game and Fisheries Committee; PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary, Cindy Dunn; PA Game Commission Executive Director, Matthew Hough; and PA Fish and Boat Commission Executive Director, John Arway. Each panelist will present an update and receive questions and comments from the audience. Many exhibitors will be providing hands-on activities. Registration is not required. r more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.. Benefit Dinner Dance A benefit dinner dance will be hledSaturday September 24, from 6-10pm at Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall , 703 S. Delaware Dr. Mount Bethel, Pa
Spaghetti Dinner, Dancing, awesome raffles and more! $14 per person call 610-588-7056 leave message to reserve seats or email jsmoke200@gmail.com All proceeds go to PUMP, a local food pantry! September 25Monarch Butterfly TaggingSunday, September 25, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join local butterfly enthusiast Doug Burton Jacobsburg EEC as he captures and tags Monarch Butterflies heading to Mexico for the winter. Butterfly nets will be on hand for those who wish to assist Doug in capturing these beautiful insects. We’ll also look at other species of butterflies in the area. Wear comfortable shoes and a hat and bring bottled water and binoculars. 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. September 28Slater Marching Band FestivalBangor Slater Marching Band's 39th Annual Festival of Marching Bands: September 28, 7pm-9pm. Bangor Memorial Park . Hear and see the marching high school bands from Pen Argyl, Wilson, Southern Lehigh, East Stroudsburg South, Wilson and Bangor High School perform their 2016 field shows. Refreshments available for purchase. Rain date: September 29.
October 1Annual Families First 5K
Families First is celebrating its 14th Anniversary serving residents in the Pen Argyl Area School District. Come join them for their 13th Annual 5-K Race & one Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, October 1, 2016, rain or shine. Registration for the race/walk will begin at the Wind Gap Borough Park at 7:45 a.m. with the race starting at 9:00 a.m.
This fundraising event is for the entire family, which includes a bake sale and Community Agencies information and raffles. All proceeds are used to support all of the FREE programs and activities provided by Families First. “PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE” In the Pen Argyl Area School District. Pre-registration is open at a fee of $20.00 per person or $40.00 for a family of three or more to encourage family participation. There is a special discount registration for students only $15.00. The Largest Youth Group/Team/Organization pre-registered for the 5-K Race or Walk will receive a Pizza Party. Entry includes a quality T-shirt for the first 100 registered, bagels, water, entertainment, door prizes, and the opportunity to support a worthwhile cause. Awards will be given for the fastest overall male and female and top three finishers in each age category. The one-mile fun walk is non-competitive. To register, contact Race Chairperson Phil Giaquinto at 610-746-4436 or via email to giaquinto.phil@penargylsd.org. Sponsorship opportunities are still available at all levels from $100.00 to $1,000.00. Partial Sponsors List as of this date: Premier Sponsors: Luke William Hahn Foundation, Thrivent Financial; Corporate Sponsors: Wind Gap Chevrolet-Buick; Logo Sponsors: Methodist Services; Name Sponsors: ESSA Bank & Trust, Follett LLC., God’s Love Nursery School, Huth Insurance, Lucy Flinn-State Farm Agent, Reimer Brothers Inc., Sabatino Insurance Agency, All levels of sponsorship includes: publicity, listing of corporate logo on the event T-Shirts, and the opportunity to present informational material at the Race. For sponsorship information, contact the Families First Director, Frank Jones at 610-863-3688 or via email to jones.frank@penargylsd.org. Families First provides services, programs, resources in an environment in which families members are assisted toward a better quality of life. In addition to connecting families with other community services, Families First provides mentoring, advocacy, parenting information, employment assistance, housing resources and health insurance assistance. For more information about Families First checkout our website www.familiesfirstpenargyl.org and Like us Facebook. October 8Dansbury Depot Fall Festival A Call to All Crafters, Vendors, and Good Cooks! East Stroudsburg, PA
They are planning their Fall Festival at Historic Dansbury Depot, at 5 S. Kistler St., East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 on Saturday Oct. 8th. They are looking for all types of crafters, homemade baked or cooked items, vendors, and etc. 10x10 spaces are $25.00. Note that this is an outdoors event so you will have to plan accordingly. You must supply your own tables, chairs, and canopy. Please email scole@ptd.net for details and registration form. October 9Bloom Bangor Fundraising Event Come and participate in a celebration and fundraising event for Bloom Bangor 2:00pm, October 9 at 389 West Factoryville Rd, Bangor. . Bloom is a 2-year recovery program for women.The day will be a blast, complete with a food, games, live entertainment, kids crafts, face painting, and a basket raffle. There will even be an art auction with featured pieces by many local artists. Learn more about the program and how it's changing lives.
Are you a good cook? Prove it by coming out and competing in our chili competition. Cash prize to the winner! Have you lost someone to addiction? Are you proud of someone who is standing strong in their recovery? Decorate a 12x12 fabric square in their honor and bring it along. We will be making a community quilt with the squares. October 10Trip to Light and SoundThe Slate Belt Young at Heart Club is sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound, in Lancaster, to see "Sampson" The trip is scheduled for Monday, October 10th. The price per person is $105; this includes bus fare, drivers' tip, snacks, show, taxes, gratuities, and early dinner at Shady Maple Restaurant. There are 2 pick up locations: Pen Argyl and Wind Gap. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630."
|
 
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. AUGUST SCHEDULE:
CENTER CLOSED, AUGUST 22-26 FOR BLUE VALLEY FARM SHOW SEPTEMBER ACTIVITIES Morning Stretch, Mondays and Thursdays 9:15 A.M. Walking Club, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:30 A.M. Craft & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M. Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M. and Friday Sept 2, 16, 30, 1:15 P.M. Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M. Painting Class with Instructor, Thursdays, 1:00 P.M. Every day: Cards, Pool, Computers, Internet, Library, and TV Poker, Thursday, September 1 at 12:30 P.M. Farkle, Friday, September 2, 12:00 CLOSED MONDAY, SEPT., 5 FOR LABOR DAY Craft-Button Tree, Thursday, September 8, 10:00 A.M. (registration required) AARP, Monday, September 12, 12:30 P.M. Bean Bags, Thursday, September 15, 10:00 A.M. Farkle, Thursday, September 15, 12:15 P.M. Poker Thursday, September 22, 12:30 P.M. All Day Bingo, Friday, September 23, 9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. (please call for information) Craft-Pinecone flower, Thursday, September 29, 10:00 A.M. (registration required) 
Pen Argyl - August 2016
MTD: 3.98 YTD: 30.28 Normal: 3.90
Blue Mt. Community Library
|
