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Winter Plants Snowshoe Walk
Join educator Lauren Forster for a winter plants walk in snowshoes. Learn how to identify plants in winter and how they cope with the cold. If we don’t get any snow you will hike in your boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather.
Registration is required. You can register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/.
Winter Clothing Drive
This will be the Fourth annual Project Keep Warm drive to collect winter weather gear items for the homeless – individuals, families, children, shelters, animal shelters, and others. They hope to collect more than 6,000 items this year.
To learn more about how you can help. Go to www.lvbg.org or www.projectkeepwarm.org or you can e-mail them at community@lvbg.org.
Pastie Sale
Household Tip:
New Year's Resolutions
December 29, 1170 - Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, was murdered by four knights acting on orders from England's King Henry II.
December 29, 1890 - Members of the U.S. 7th Cavalry massacred more than 200 Native American (Sioux) men, women and children at Wounded Knee Creek, South Dakota. December 29, 1965 - During the Vietnam War, North Vietnamese President Ho Chi Minh rejected unconditional peace talks offered by the U.S. |
December 29
Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Pen Argyl Workshop Council Meeting - 7 P.M. Council Chambers
Roseto Borough Authority - Municipal Building, 7pm.
Roseto Sewer Authority - Borough Hall, 7:00pm
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This Week at Bloom

Tuesday's from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday's from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Friday's from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Saturday's from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Stop by and spend some time being creative. Studio fee is $8.00 during open hours. Check their Website for Special Events during the week
Please sign-up by going to the Bloom on-line store at mkt.com/bloomcreativestudio and reserve your space for any of these special events.
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Glass Painting - 2-4 pm
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Champagne Glass Painting - 6:30- 8:30 PM
$30.00 for all materials
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HEALTH.....
Five Breakfast Ideas the
Whole Family Will Love

Research shows nutrients from a wholesome breakfast help provide sustainable energy while boosting concentration in the classroom and at work. Breakfast also jumpstarts the metabolism and can help reduce snacking and the temptation for unhealthy eating later in the day. Nonetheless, during those busy mornings it’s tempting to bypass breakfast to save a few minutes.
It’s time to change breakfast bad habits for good! These five breakfast ideas aren’t just healthy and delicious, they take a mere 5 minutes or less to make so you save time and feel your best every day.
1. Cereal sundaes
Healthy cereal sundaes are simple to make and fun to eat. Start with a base: plain yogurt which is loaded with beneficial probiotics. Then, set out a variety of healthy toppings and let everyone in the family customize their breakfast sundae. Bran cereal, fresh or dried fruit, chopped unsalted nuts and a drizzle of raw honey will gear you up for a great day.
2. Sprouted grain waffles
Most toaster waffles use refined wheat flour often devoid of nutrients. Put a healthier breakfast waffle on the table in just 3 minutes when you toast Ezekiel 4:9(R) Sprouted Grain Waffles. Sprouted grains activate otherwise dormant nutrients to produce remarkable protein that keeps your family fueled. Learn more at www.FoodForLife.com. Top with a favorite nut butter and you have an energizing, nutrient-packed breakfast.
3. Microwave egg scrambles
Fresh eggs are nutritional powerhouses packed with protein and vitamins A, D and E. Microwave egg scrambles taste like an omelet without the cooking hassles. Simply crack an egg into a coffee cup, add a tablespoon of milk and beat until mixed. If desired, add extras like chopped onion, mushrooms and cheese. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir and microwave for another 30 seconds until done.
4. Breakfast pizza
Put a healthy twist on pizza for a quick, satisfying breakfast kids and adults will love. Start with sliced naan or a whole wheat bagel. Toast to warm and add a smear of ricotta cheese. Then top with sliced tomatoes and sprinkle with a dash of fleur de sel and dried basil, if desired. If you prefer a sweeter pizza, skip the tomatoes and use sliced fruit instead. This tasty breakfast will fight hunger pangs straight until lunchtime.
5. Superfood smoothie
Smoothies are a tasty treat for breakfast that takes mere minutes to make. Select vitamin-packed frozen or fresh fruits such as berries, mango, pomegranates and kiwi. Add sliced fruit to the blender. For an extra-creamy smoothie that tastes like a healthy version of a fruity malt, blend with almond or coconut milk, plain yogurt and frozen banana. Experiment with ingredients to create the perfect customized smoothie that’s lip-smacking good.
Scotland Benefits from Renewable Energy

"2015 was a bumper year for community energy and 2016 can be just as exciting," Scottish Energy Minister Fergus Ewing said in a statement.
The Scottish government said nearly $15 million was paid out to community governments from onshore renewable energy development. Ownership levels for community output, meanwhile, are at 508 megawatts, meeting the national government's goal of 500 MW five years ahead of schedule.
Scotland said it could survive as an independent country by powering its economy on renewable energy while drawing revenue from the North Sea oil and gas sector. The bid for independence failed last year, though the government has one of the more robust renewable energy strategies in the world.
"Scotland leads the way in the United Kingdom on local and community ownership of renewable energy and we are providing the best possible environment to help ambitious community groups reap the benefits," Ewing said. "I want to see even more communities take decisions about their local energy system and to have an economic stake in new developments."
Renewable electricity capacity has grown at an average rate of 660 megawatts each year since 2007.
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF DECEMBER 28
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 (Bangor)
Between South Main St and Route 191 west lane closed into 2016. Follow detour. East lane (Rt 191 to S. Main) is open.
Grand Central Road
Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice.
Belvidere Hwy. (LMBT)
Between PA 611 AND River Road will experience delays and lane restriction December 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
George Street (Pen Argyl)
Between PA 512 AND East Street will experience delays and lane restriction December 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Third Street (Wind Gap)
Between Delabole Road AND PA 512 will experience delays and lane restriction December 31 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
This Week at Bloom![]() Normal Open Studio Hours unless noted are:
Tuesday's from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Wednesday's from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Friday's from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday's from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Stop by and spend some time being creative. Studio fee is $8.00 during open hours. Check their Website for Special Events during the week Please sign-up by going to the Bloom on-line store at mkt.com/bloomcreativestudio and reserve your space for any of these special events. Tuesday, December 29, 2015 Glass Painting - 2-4 pm Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Champagne Glass Painting - 6:30- 8:30 PM $30.00 for all materials CLICK HERE FOR BLOOM'S DECEMBER CALENDAR Snowshoes and Hiking Poles Available at JacobsburgWhen: January, Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM-2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg’s trails this winter! Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, usually at least five inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check their website at jacobsburgsp@pa.gov for current winter conditions and snow depth. The Chemo Bag Holiday Ava Fundraiser Did you know that most everyday personal care, beauty, baby and household cleaning products contain hundreds of toxic ingredients that are linked to serious health issues?
Join Karen Miller as she highlights the Ava Anderson Non Toxic product line. Learn about the toxins that may be hiding in your everyday personal care and cleaning products. Ava Anderson started her revolutionary company at the age of 14 and now develops and produces the safest and best full line of personal care and home products on the market today. You are invited to The Chemo Bag's Ava Anderson Online Facebook Fundraiser party! There will be a post each day highlighting products and how to recognize toxins in other products. Visit as often as you can. To place an order in this party, orders will ship immediately, go to www.avaandersonnontoxic.com/kerrimiller If this is your first online order or if you have ordered from a different consultant in the past, it's very important to create a new customer profile and ensure Kerri Miller, consultant number 12909, is listed as your consultant. Enter party #118717 at checkout. Portland Girl Scout Troop Looking for New Members The Portland Girl Scout Troop is looking for any interested girls in grades 4th thru 8th that would like to join their troop. The troop members are Juniors and Cadets. If you have a daughter that is younger than 4th grade you may contact the troop leader for more information. Meetings are held at the Portland Borough Hall located at 206 Division Street. Please contact the troop leader Pam at 484-764-2046 or pamelabossert88@gmail.com for more information.
Stay At Home Moms Group If you are a stay at home mom in the Slate Belt Area and are looking for events to socialize and build friendships for yourself and your child/children you may be interested in joining this group of moms. The meetings will be held at various local spots and during school hours. For more information go to, www.meetup.com and search for Slate Belt Stay At Home Moms.
Weona Park Yoga Yoga at the Community Center- Mondays and Thursdays, 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. $10 per session.
Musical Instrument Collection Drive The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor’s elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. We will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child’s life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let’s keep the music coming!
Your donations may be tax deductible. Visit slateralums.com for more information. Property Tax Relief If you live in the Bangor Area, Easton Area or Nazareth Area School District, you may be eligible for property tax relief under a program run by the individual school district. For more information, please visit , RepEmrick.com, and go to “Property Tax Relief” on the left navigation bar.
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January 8Fish Printing at Jacobsburg Park On January 8th, 6:30-7:30 pm, learn the Japanese art of Gyotaku or fish printing. The group will use paint and model fish to make prints of various Pennsylvania species. You will also study their anatomy and habitat needs to create accurate paintings of fish in the wild. Paper will be provided, but you are welcome to bring a bandana or t-shirt to print on. It is recommended that you wear old clothes or a smock.
Registration is required. You can register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. January 9
January 11New Community Health Worker Certificate at NCC Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold free information sessions on its new certificate program, Community Health Worker, and its nurse aide program in January. Attendance at one of the sessions is mandatory for enrollment in the programs.
Bridging the Workforce Gap: Lehigh Valley Workforce and Economic Strategy identifies “Health Care & Social Assistance” as a notable sector of job growth in 2016 and beyond. The report documents a significant demand for direct care providers, including community health workers, nurse aides and other health care workers. The sessions will be held: Monday, January 11, and Wednesday, January 13, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m., at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. Tuesday, January 19 and Thursday, January 21, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., at the NCC Monroe Campus, 2411 Route 715 in Tannersville. For more information call 610-332-6585. January 15Library Book Nook Sale Are you looking for a gift idea for a booklover or want to add to your book collection? On Friday, Jan. 15 and Saturday, Jan. 16, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm, the Blue Mountain Community Library is having a Semi-Annual Book Nook Sale in the Book Nook, located on the 2nd floor of the library. Snow dates will be Jan 22 and 23. All items will be half-price for those two days.
Please come and purchase gently used Books, CDs, DVDs and Puzzles. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave. in Pen Argyl. Hours are M-Sa, 10:00 am to Noon, and M-Th, 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Call Lisa at 610-863-3029 for information or visit the website is www.bmcl.org. January 16
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January 25NCC to Offer RN and LPN Review Course Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer review classes for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) starting in January. Participants will review basic nursing knowledge and learn about recent technological advances. The course includes a skills lab and lectures and will be especially helpful for graduates preparing for the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Examination).
Classes will be held on Mondays, January 25 through May 2, from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. Skills labs will be held on Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and February 21 and 22. The fee for the RN review is $900 plus $50 materials fee. For the LPN review, the fee is $700 plus $50 materials fee. To register, visit www.northampton.edu/LifeLearn. For more information, call 610-332-6585 or e-mail healthcare@northampton.edu. January 29Columcille's Annual Women's Retreat Weekend The Columcille will be hosting their Annual Women's Retreat at the Kirkridge Farmhouse from January 29th - January 31st.
Keeping with tradition, the Women of Columcille invite you to come celebrate and honor their beloved Brighid, Goddess of Fire and Water. It is also that time of year when life slowly begins to flow and move underneath. It is the return of 'Light', the beginning of Spring also known as Imbolc 'flowing of ewe's milk' when it was all agrarian society. Celebrate and prepare for the return of 'Light' once again through ceremony, song, ritual and camaraderie of all your Sisters or just take 'me' time, walk the land, meditate and reflect! You must registration by January 24th. For full information on the retreat and registration information please visit www.columcille.org January 30Eagle Watching Along the DelawareWhen: Saturday, January 30, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
The upper Delaware River is one of the best places in the east to observe wintering Bald Eagles. Join us for this trip as we venture up along the river in the scenic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area from Arrow Island to Milford in search of these magnificent birds. Golden Eagles have also been observed on these trips in the past. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required. Limited van transportation is available for first time participants. You can view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. March 12Young at Art - Expo of Art Camps On Saturday, March 12, 2016, the Lehigh Valley Arts Council will present Young at Art, an expo of arts camps and schools, to assist parents with selecting the appropriate summer class for their child. This inaugural event will be held at Penn State Lehigh Valley, from 9:00am to 2:30pm, and feature thirty exhibitors who offer lessons in the performing, literary, media and visual arts. Free admission to the expo is provided to the public.
Families with children (ages four to eighteen years old) will enjoy meeting the various exhibitors and learning about the artistic opportunities for their aspiring creatives. The day’s festivities will showcase an arts demonstration, performance or activity every 25-minutes so children will have a chance “to try on what kind of artist” they want to be this summer.
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Ask The Doc........ Technology can be wonderful!
![]() by Dr. Gary Williams, DMD
garywilliamsdmd.com I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing. Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making. I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile. It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry. Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com. 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. DECEMBER SCHEDULE Morning Stretch 9:15 Daily Walking Club 9:30 A.M. Daily-weather permitting Craft & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M. Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M. Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays 8:00-11:00 A.M. Afternoon with the Arts, Thursday, Dec. 3, 10, 17(making button Christmas trees) 31, 12:15 P.M. Pool Tables are available every morning & Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons LEFT OVER COOKIE AND FRUIT CAKE DAY MONDAY, DECEMBER 29 12:00 (Please bring all you want to get rid of COUNCIL OFFICERS MEETING Thursday December 31, 9:00 A.M New Books at
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