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SLATE BELT WEATHER DECEMBER 8TODAY - Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 40. Light west wind increasing to 6 to 11 mph in the morning. TONIGHT - Partly cloudy, with a low around 24. West wind 8 to 10 mph. 
The Bangor High School Choirs Winter Concert was held Wednesday night at the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater in Bangor High School. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Growing Up in the Butcher Shop
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Girl Scout Troop 8847 sold baked items during a Craft Show with Santa at East Bangor Fire Co. Saturday afternoon. PHOTO GALLERY (Another photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
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Colored Pencil Workshop w/ Jeff Green
Local artist Jeffrey M Green will be giving a Colored Pencil Workshop Thursday, December 8 at Bloom Creative Studio, Bangor, PA. For Jeffrey, who has suffered life long with debilitating social anxiety, teaching has become a challenge to draw him out of a life of solitude.
To see the artist now, one may never suspect that Jeffrey spent most of his life hiding away in one room. It is there that he honed a talent in art, despite the many struggles he had. The artist has had a number of solo shows in the Lehigh Valley area and been featured in CP Magazine, Colored Pencil Magazine, and Lehigh Valley Style. The message of the artist is that it is never too late to hope, even after a lifetime of struggle.
In these colored pencil classes, students can expect gentle, encouraging teaching. They are designed for both beginners and those who are more familiar with technique. The workshop is hosted at Bloom Creative Studios, a local studio designed to be a safe place for the community to have fun and explore creativity. The studio has a guiding purpose behind it. Along with Bloom House, it supports women in need, helping them get past the trauma of abuse, addiction, and other struggles.
Art can heal, bring people together, and give purpose to our lives. This has inspired instructor Jeffrey Green. At a studio with a purpose, he feels right at home.
Colored Pencil Workshop (Monthly, Second Thursday's). 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Bloom Creative Studio, 32 Broadway, Bangor.
To see the artist now, one may never suspect that Jeffrey spent most of his life hiding away in one room. It is there that he honed a talent in art, despite the many struggles he had. The artist has had a number of solo shows in the Lehigh Valley area and been featured in CP Magazine, Colored Pencil Magazine, and Lehigh Valley Style. The message of the artist is that it is never too late to hope, even after a lifetime of struggle.
In these colored pencil classes, students can expect gentle, encouraging teaching. They are designed for both beginners and those who are more familiar with technique. The workshop is hosted at Bloom Creative Studios, a local studio designed to be a safe place for the community to have fun and explore creativity. The studio has a guiding purpose behind it. Along with Bloom House, it supports women in need, helping them get past the trauma of abuse, addiction, and other struggles.
Art can heal, bring people together, and give purpose to our lives. This has inspired instructor Jeffrey Green. At a studio with a purpose, he feels right at home.
Colored Pencil Workshop (Monthly, Second Thursday's). 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Bloom Creative Studio, 32 Broadway, Bangor.
Christmas Caroling
Christmas Caroling At The Slate Belt Medical Center will be held Friday, December 16th at 6:45pm. Meet at the reception area (door to the left of the building)
Everyone (Large and Small) is invited to walk the Halls and Sing carols to help our Neighbors Spirits rise this Christmas! Let’s give back and enjoy the true spirit of Christmas!
Everyone (Large and Small) is invited to walk the Halls and Sing carols to help our Neighbors Spirits rise this Christmas! Let’s give back and enjoy the true spirit of Christmas!
December 8
Bingo - Mt. Bethel Fire Co., 6:45
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
Story Time - Preschool children. Blue Mt. Community Library, Pen Argyl, 10:30am
Stockertown Rod & Gun Club Meeting - Club House, 7:30pm
Richmond Lions Club - Trinity Lutheran, Bangor, 7pm
Slate Belt Rotary - Scorecard, Wind Gap, 6-7pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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
Story Time - Preschool children. Blue Mt. Community Library, Pen Argyl, 10:30am
Stockertown Rod & Gun Club Meeting - Club House, 7:30pm
Richmond Lions Club - Trinity Lutheran, Bangor, 7pm
Slate Belt Rotary - Scorecard, Wind Gap, 6-7pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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Portland Christmas Eve Services
Christmas Eve services will be held at Refiners Fire Ministry Division St., Portland PA December 24 at 6:30pm, and nd Portland Baptist Church Delaware Ave., Portland at 7:00 PM.
3 year old Ember met Santa during a Rotary Club breakfast held Saturday at the Scorecard in Wind Gap. PHOTO GALLERY (Another photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Bangor High School Bands Winter Concert
The BAHS Bands Winter Concert will be held on Friday, December 16 at 7:30 PM in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School. The Concert and Symphonic Bands will each present their own portion of the concert with compositions by Steve Reisteter, James Barnes, Chris Bernotas, James Curnow, Pavel Tschesnokoff, and John Moss.
At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Tickets will be available at the door for $3 adults/$2 students and seniors. Gold Cards and Slater Band Boosters Membership Cards will be honored. Please join us on December 16 to share in the holiday joy!
At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Tickets will be available at the door for $3 adults/$2 students and seniors. Gold Cards and Slater Band Boosters Membership Cards will be honored. Please join us on December 16 to share in the holiday joy!
Looking Back...... December 2012
Austin Bender shoots from the corner during a game in December, 2012. The Knights open their season Friday in tournament at NDGP. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Merchant's Bank Hosts Santa and Reindeer
Merchants Bank will again host Santa Claus on Friday, December 9th, 3:00 - 6:00pm at the Merchants Bank Main Office branch in Bangor. The Main Office will be open extended hours on Friday evening to accommodate photo sessions with Santa Claus.
This year, as part of the Historic Bangor Business Association Christmas events, one of Santa’s reindeer will join the celebration. The live reindeer will be on display in the parking lot adjacent to the branch in downtown Bangor on Friday from 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
“The downtown community really comes together to make the holidays a special occasion for local families. The bank hosted Santa visits for over 15 years, a long time holiday tradition in Bangor. We’re excited by the addition of one his live reindeer this year – not just for kids but for adults alike. I’ve been involved every year and I never tire of the festivities. It’s an exciting time of year”, says Connie Silvius, Main Office Branch Manager.
Merchants Bank will again host Santa Claus on Friday, December 9th, 3:00 - 6:00pm at the Merchants Bank Main Office branch in Bangor. The Main Office will be open extended hours on Friday evening to accommodate photo sessions with Santa Claus.
This year, as part of the Historic Bangor Business Association Christmas events, one of Santa’s reindeer will join the celebration. The live reindeer will be on display in the parking lot adjacent to the branch in downtown Bangor on Friday from 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
“The downtown community really comes together to make the holidays a special occasion for local families. The bank hosted Santa visits for over 15 years, a long time holiday tradition in Bangor. We’re excited by the addition of one his live reindeer this year – not just for kids but for adults alike. I’ve been involved every year and I never tire of the festivities. It’s an exciting time of year”, says Connie Silvius, Main Office Branch Manager.
Levi Carazzo and his mom had breakfast at Pancakes with Santa sponsored by Friends of the Bangor Library Saturday morning at the Bee Hive. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Celebrate Christmas In Historic Downtown Bangor
Downtown Historic Bangor holiday festivities start Friday, December 9 from 2-7 PM with live reindeer on Broadway next to Merchants Bank from 2- 7 pm, Participating businesses will be open until 8. Santa will be at Merchants Bank on Broadway from 3-6 pm. Music at the First UE Church on South Second Street will include the Slate Belt Cantata Choir of Grace United Methodist Church in Pen Argyl singing 4:45 to 5:15 and the Chime Choir of First UE singing from 5:30 - 6:00. The Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church will be caroling in downtown Bangor from 6:00 to 7:00pm. There will also be a drawing for prizes at the end of the evening.
More festivities on Saturday December 10 include the Heritage Center which will be open from 11-3 pm where Perry Morris will be telling old-fashioned Christmas stories. Music at The Broadway Pub from 12-2 pm will feature Jimmy Hummel and Lorri Woodward. Santa will be at Grace on Broadway from 11-2 pm. . A prize drawing will be held at 3 pm.
Slate Belt Girl Scouts will be decorating the meters downtown. The Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts will be decorating windows of businesses who choose to have non-profit do their decorating. Prizes will be awarded.
For more information call Bonnie LaBar at 610-588-2700. The event is sponsored by the Historic Bangor Business Association and the Bangor 141st Anniversary Committee.
More festivities on Saturday December 10 include the Heritage Center which will be open from 11-3 pm where Perry Morris will be telling old-fashioned Christmas stories. Music at The Broadway Pub from 12-2 pm will feature Jimmy Hummel and Lorri Woodward. Santa will be at Grace on Broadway from 11-2 pm. . A prize drawing will be held at 3 pm.
Slate Belt Girl Scouts will be decorating the meters downtown. The Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts will be decorating windows of businesses who choose to have non-profit do their decorating. Prizes will be awarded.
For more information call Bonnie LaBar at 610-588-2700. The event is sponsored by the Historic Bangor Business Association and the Bangor 141st Anniversary Committee.
Can You Believe It?
Bear Takes Residence Under California Man's House
WOFFORD HEIGHTS, Calif., Dec. 7 (UPI) -- A California man had a tense morning encounter with a bear that has chosen the space under his house as its new home. Eric Barnes of Wofford Heights said he was in his front yard filling a fountain Tuesday morning when he heard a grunting noise and turned to look under his porch.
"I just heard something and I turned around and looked and there was a bear!" he told KBAK/KBFX.
Barnes summoned the Kern County Sheriff's Office and officials from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, but they were unable to coax the bear out from under the home.
"He seems too comfortable. I used to be comfortable here too, but I'm not now," Barnes said.
Barnes said the bear, nicknamed Ditka by locals, is well known in the area and previously spent a few days under his home on a separate occasion.
"When you're in the house you can hear him through the floor. He bumps his head on the floor and then you know exactly where he's at. He's right under your feet," Barnes said.
Barnes said he planned to stay elsewhere for the night. He said Fish and Wildlife officials have a plan to remove the bear if it doesn't leave on its own Tuesday.
"I just heard something and I turned around and looked and there was a bear!" he told KBAK/KBFX.
Barnes summoned the Kern County Sheriff's Office and officials from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, but they were unable to coax the bear out from under the home.
"He seems too comfortable. I used to be comfortable here too, but I'm not now," Barnes said.
Barnes said the bear, nicknamed Ditka by locals, is well known in the area and previously spent a few days under his home on a separate occasion.
"When you're in the house you can hear him through the floor. He bumps his head on the floor and then you know exactly where he's at. He's right under your feet," Barnes said.
Barnes said he planned to stay elsewhere for the night. He said Fish and Wildlife officials have a plan to remove the bear if it doesn't leave on its own Tuesday.
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Family Safety...
Important Safety Steps to Keep Kids' Holidays Bright, Happy and Burn-Free
(BPT) - You bake their favorite treats, search stores for the toys they have begged for all year, stuff stockings and deck the halls to help ensure your children's holidays are full of warm, happy memories. However, it is also important to ensure the holiday season is safe for kids and the whole family.
In December 2015, 415 people died and 1,650 were injured as a result of home fires, according to data from the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). In fact, home fires increase dramatically between October and November, and do not taper off again until warmer temperatures arrive in spring, USFA statistics show.
A recent survey conducted by Shriners Hospitals for Children found that while most Americans are aware of the steps they should take to stay safe during the holidays, they are not putting that knowledge into action. For example, while 70 percent are aware that live Christmas trees should be watered daily, more than half of those surveyed said they do not, even though it is one of the most dangerous fire hazards in homes during this time of the year.
"Some of the survey findings are alarming, and each year our hospitals that provide burn care see the results - children who've been injured in cooking related accidents or in fires associated with decorations or candles," says Kenneth Guidera, M.D., chief medical officer at Shriners Hospitals for Children. "These injuries can result in years of extensive rehabilitation and ongoing treatments to a child's growing skin."
As part of their Be Burn Aware holiday fire safety campaign, Shriners Hospitals for Children offers some tips for reducing burn and fire risks during the holidays:
Decoration safety
Holiday decorations build the excitement of the season for children, but they can also be a source of danger. Follow these guidelines for decoration safety:
* Place trees at least 3 feet away from heat sources such as fireplaces, radiators, space heaters, candles and heat vents. Keep fresh-cut trees well-watered and promptly dispose of trees after the holidays or when they become dry.
* Inspect holiday lights before putting them up. Discard strands that have frayed wires, bare spots or excessive kinking. Replace broken or missing bulbs and always follow manufacturer warnings to limit the number of light strands plugged together. When using an extension cord or power strip, plug the light strands into the cord before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet.
* Extinguish candles when you have to leave them unattended. The Shriners Hospitals survey found 25 percent of people admit to leaving lit candles unattended and 27 percent leave them within reach of a child. Make sure lit candles are in stable holders out of the reach of children and pets and placed where they cannot be easily knocked over. Consider using battery-operated, flameless candles instead.
Cooking caution
Cooking is the leading cause of all home fires and fire injuries, according to the USFA. During the holidays, be mindful of safe cooking habits, including:
* Never leave pans unattended. Be sure to turn pot handles toward the back of the stove so children can't reach them. The Shriners Hospitals survey found 25 percent of adults fail to position pot handles for safety.
* Reduce the risk of clothing catching fire while you cook by wearing short sleeves or rolling up long sleeves.
* Keep safety items, like a working fire extinguisher, on hand in your kitchen. Have a lid or cookie sheet nearby to cover a pan and snuff out the flames if the contents catch fire.
Year-round precautions
You can take some steps to prepare for the holidays that will also help keep your home and family safer throughout the year.
* Make sure smoke alarms and fire extinguishers are in place and in working order. The holidays are a great time to change the batteries in all smoke alarms and check fire extinguishers.
* Ensure that children know what natural gas smells like and instruct them to leave the house immediately if they detect the odor of a gas leak.
* Have a family escape plan and practice it.
Shriners Hospitals for Children is changing lives every day through innovative pediatric specialty care, world-class research and outstanding medical education. Their 22 locations in the United States, Canada and Mexico provide advanced care for children with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate. Visit shrinershospitalsforchildren.org to learn more.
For more fire safety information, Be Burn Aware activity books for kids, tip cards and additional online tools for families, visit beburnaware.org.
In December 2015, 415 people died and 1,650 were injured as a result of home fires, according to data from the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). In fact, home fires increase dramatically between October and November, and do not taper off again until warmer temperatures arrive in spring, USFA statistics show.
A recent survey conducted by Shriners Hospitals for Children found that while most Americans are aware of the steps they should take to stay safe during the holidays, they are not putting that knowledge into action. For example, while 70 percent are aware that live Christmas trees should be watered daily, more than half of those surveyed said they do not, even though it is one of the most dangerous fire hazards in homes during this time of the year.
"Some of the survey findings are alarming, and each year our hospitals that provide burn care see the results - children who've been injured in cooking related accidents or in fires associated with decorations or candles," says Kenneth Guidera, M.D., chief medical officer at Shriners Hospitals for Children. "These injuries can result in years of extensive rehabilitation and ongoing treatments to a child's growing skin."
As part of their Be Burn Aware holiday fire safety campaign, Shriners Hospitals for Children offers some tips for reducing burn and fire risks during the holidays:
Decoration safety
Holiday decorations build the excitement of the season for children, but they can also be a source of danger. Follow these guidelines for decoration safety:
* Place trees at least 3 feet away from heat sources such as fireplaces, radiators, space heaters, candles and heat vents. Keep fresh-cut trees well-watered and promptly dispose of trees after the holidays or when they become dry.
* Inspect holiday lights before putting them up. Discard strands that have frayed wires, bare spots or excessive kinking. Replace broken or missing bulbs and always follow manufacturer warnings to limit the number of light strands plugged together. When using an extension cord or power strip, plug the light strands into the cord before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet.
* Extinguish candles when you have to leave them unattended. The Shriners Hospitals survey found 25 percent of people admit to leaving lit candles unattended and 27 percent leave them within reach of a child. Make sure lit candles are in stable holders out of the reach of children and pets and placed where they cannot be easily knocked over. Consider using battery-operated, flameless candles instead.
Cooking caution
Cooking is the leading cause of all home fires and fire injuries, according to the USFA. During the holidays, be mindful of safe cooking habits, including:
* Never leave pans unattended. Be sure to turn pot handles toward the back of the stove so children can't reach them. The Shriners Hospitals survey found 25 percent of adults fail to position pot handles for safety.
* Reduce the risk of clothing catching fire while you cook by wearing short sleeves or rolling up long sleeves.
* Keep safety items, like a working fire extinguisher, on hand in your kitchen. Have a lid or cookie sheet nearby to cover a pan and snuff out the flames if the contents catch fire.
Year-round precautions
You can take some steps to prepare for the holidays that will also help keep your home and family safer throughout the year.
* Make sure smoke alarms and fire extinguishers are in place and in working order. The holidays are a great time to change the batteries in all smoke alarms and check fire extinguishers.
* Ensure that children know what natural gas smells like and instruct them to leave the house immediately if they detect the odor of a gas leak.
* Have a family escape plan and practice it.
Shriners Hospitals for Children is changing lives every day through innovative pediatric specialty care, world-class research and outstanding medical education. Their 22 locations in the United States, Canada and Mexico provide advanced care for children with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate. Visit shrinershospitalsforchildren.org to learn more.
For more fire safety information, Be Burn Aware activity books for kids, tip cards and additional online tools for families, visit beburnaware.org.
Green Living....
3 Ways to Turn Discarded Wood into Beautiful Home Decor
(BPT) - The saying, "what's old is new again" has been around for years, but most recently represents a popular trend in interior design - upcycling old items with a new purpose. Everyone from high-end designers to DIYers are enjoying and incorporating this trend into their everyday life. From five-star restaurants to suburban living rooms, people are seeking out weathered pieces of wood, discarded metal and unlikely antiques to create a unique, down to earth, and comfortable design aesthetic in their living spaces. An unusual hero of this new design trend is the wooden pallet, which can easily be purchased at any hardware store. With some creativity and know how, these inexpensive items can be re-purposed to create a personalized statement in your home that you'll love.
Re-imagine your wall
Today, walls are for paint and pictures, but even if you've fallen in love with a certain color for your living room, don't you think your walls can have more personality? They absolutely can, and one way people are adding new life to their walls is by paneling them with reclaimed wood. To achieve this look, purchase a number of pallets, cut them into various sizes and arrange them on your wall.
To enhance the natural beauty of the wood and to show off your own personal style, pick a few of your favorite stain colors and apply them to the wood. If you are looking for bright and bold colors or subtle cottage inspired tones, check out Minwax(R) Water Based Wood Stains. For traditional, rich wood tones, try Minwax(R) Wood Finish(TM). It's a deep penetrating stain that offers an array of colors, so you can create a display of contrast and patterns on your walls that can be truly stunning. After staining your wood pallet, don't forget to protect it with a clear protective finish.
Create a fun and functional piece
If you're someone who is always looking to free up cabinet or counter space, use a wooden pallet to create a rustic mug holder. For this project, all you need to do is add hooks to a few of the wood slats for the mugs to hang from. Get creative with this pallet by painting a design or phrase such as "But First, Coffee" on the top wooden slat.
You can add some dimension to wood by staining it with Minwax(R) Wood Finishing Cloths(TM). These convenient one-step cloths are pre-moistened with stain and finish allowing for easy application and clean up. They're available in five beautiful colors from Natural Oak to Dark Mahogany, allowing you to achieve that rustic feel.
Update your headboard
If you are looking to give your bedroom a makeover, consider building a headboard for your bed out of pallet wood.
The idea here isn't to make an even, straight-edged piece; rather it's to embrace a more rustic style.
Start by gathering your wood pallets and applying Minwax(R) Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner to prepare the bare wood surface for staining. It will help to prevent streaks and blotches by allowing for even stain absorption. Once the wood has been prepared, apply your favorite stain color. With over 100 colors to choose from, you are sure to find a color that will showcase your personal style.
Using different lengths and widths, arrange the boards so they span the width of your bed. Attach a few long pieces across the back to serve as crossbeams that hold it together. The variation in sizes will create a jagged top and make a big statement.
These are just a few of the many possibilities you can create with pallet wood. From wall décor to nightstands and tables, all you need is some wooden pallets, stain, clear protective finish and a little creativity, and you'll be able to integrate this design trend into your home!
Re-imagine your wall
Today, walls are for paint and pictures, but even if you've fallen in love with a certain color for your living room, don't you think your walls can have more personality? They absolutely can, and one way people are adding new life to their walls is by paneling them with reclaimed wood. To achieve this look, purchase a number of pallets, cut them into various sizes and arrange them on your wall.
To enhance the natural beauty of the wood and to show off your own personal style, pick a few of your favorite stain colors and apply them to the wood. If you are looking for bright and bold colors or subtle cottage inspired tones, check out Minwax(R) Water Based Wood Stains. For traditional, rich wood tones, try Minwax(R) Wood Finish(TM). It's a deep penetrating stain that offers an array of colors, so you can create a display of contrast and patterns on your walls that can be truly stunning. After staining your wood pallet, don't forget to protect it with a clear protective finish.
Create a fun and functional piece
If you're someone who is always looking to free up cabinet or counter space, use a wooden pallet to create a rustic mug holder. For this project, all you need to do is add hooks to a few of the wood slats for the mugs to hang from. Get creative with this pallet by painting a design or phrase such as "But First, Coffee" on the top wooden slat.
You can add some dimension to wood by staining it with Minwax(R) Wood Finishing Cloths(TM). These convenient one-step cloths are pre-moistened with stain and finish allowing for easy application and clean up. They're available in five beautiful colors from Natural Oak to Dark Mahogany, allowing you to achieve that rustic feel.
Update your headboard
If you are looking to give your bedroom a makeover, consider building a headboard for your bed out of pallet wood.
The idea here isn't to make an even, straight-edged piece; rather it's to embrace a more rustic style.
Start by gathering your wood pallets and applying Minwax(R) Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner to prepare the bare wood surface for staining. It will help to prevent streaks and blotches by allowing for even stain absorption. Once the wood has been prepared, apply your favorite stain color. With over 100 colors to choose from, you are sure to find a color that will showcase your personal style.
Using different lengths and widths, arrange the boards so they span the width of your bed. Attach a few long pieces across the back to serve as crossbeams that hold it together. The variation in sizes will create a jagged top and make a big statement.
These are just a few of the many possibilities you can create with pallet wood. From wall décor to nightstands and tables, all you need is some wooden pallets, stain, clear protective finish and a little creativity, and you'll be able to integrate this design trend into your home!
Faith Quilters
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December 9
Merchant's Bank Hosts Santa and Reindeer
Merchants Bank will again host Santa Claus on Friday, December 9th, 3:00 - 6:00pm at the Merchants Bank Main Office branch in Bangor. The Main Office will be open extended hours on Friday evening to accommodate photo sessions with Santa Claus.
This year, as part of the Historic Bangor Business Association Christmas events, one of Santa’s reindeer will join the celebration. The live reindeer will be on display in the parking lot adjacent to the branch in downtown Bangor on Friday from 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
“The downtown community really comes together to make the holidays a special occasion for local families. The bank hosted Santa visits for over 15 years, a long time holiday tradition in Bangor. We’re excited by the addition of one his live reindeer this year – not just for kids but for adults alike. I’ve been involved every year and I never tire of the festivities. It’s an exciting time of year”, says Connie Silvius, Main Office Branch Manager.
Merchants Bank will again host Santa Claus on Friday, December 9th, 3:00 - 6:00pm at the Merchants Bank Main Office branch in Bangor. The Main Office will be open extended hours on Friday evening to accommodate photo sessions with Santa Claus.
This year, as part of the Historic Bangor Business Association Christmas events, one of Santa’s reindeer will join the celebration. The live reindeer will be on display in the parking lot adjacent to the branch in downtown Bangor on Friday from 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
“The downtown community really comes together to make the holidays a special occasion for local families. The bank hosted Santa visits for over 15 years, a long time holiday tradition in Bangor. We’re excited by the addition of one his live reindeer this year – not just for kids but for adults alike. I’ve been involved every year and I never tire of the festivities. It’s an exciting time of year”, says Connie Silvius, Main Office Branch Manager.
Celebrate Christmas In Historic Downtown Bangor
Downtown Historic Bangor holiday festivities start Friday, December 9 from 2-7 PM with live reindeer on Broadway next to Merchants Bank from 2- 7 pm, Participating businesses will be open until 8. Santa will be at Merchants Bank on Broadway from 3-6 pm. Music at the First UE Church on South Second Street will include the Slate Belt Cantata Choir of Grace United Methodist Church in Pen Argyl singing 4:45 to 5:15 and the Chime Choir of First UE singing from 5:30 - 6:00. The Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church will be caroling in downtown Bangor from 6:00 to 7:00pm. There will also be a drawing for prizes at the end of the evening.
More festivities on Saturday December 10 include the Heritage Center which will be open from 11-3 pm where Perry Morris will be telling old-fashioned Christmas stories. Music at The Broadway Pub from 12-2 pm will feature Jimmy Hummel and Lorri Woodward. Santa will be at Grace on Broadway from 11-2 pm. . A prize drawing will be held at 3 pm.
Slate Belt Girl Scouts will be decorating the meters downtown. The Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts will be decorating windows of businesses who choose to have non-profit do their decorating. Prizes will be awarded.
For more information call Bonnie LaBar at 610-588-2700. The event is sponsored by the Historic Bangor Business Association and the Bangor 141st Anniversary Committee.
More festivities on Saturday December 10 include the Heritage Center which will be open from 11-3 pm where Perry Morris will be telling old-fashioned Christmas stories. Music at The Broadway Pub from 12-2 pm will feature Jimmy Hummel and Lorri Woodward. Santa will be at Grace on Broadway from 11-2 pm. . A prize drawing will be held at 3 pm.
Slate Belt Girl Scouts will be decorating the meters downtown. The Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts will be decorating windows of businesses who choose to have non-profit do their decorating. Prizes will be awarded.
For more information call Bonnie LaBar at 610-588-2700. The event is sponsored by the Historic Bangor Business Association and the Bangor 141st Anniversary Committee.
December 10
Jacobsburg EEC Holiday Open House
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Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center is hosting its annual holiday open house at the Visitor Center featuring crafts, games, and refreshments. Bring your family along to enjoy the holiday festivities! Our theme this year is “A Home for the Holidays.” Show your support for conservation education and the wildlife that lives in your own backyard! Our partners at the Northampton County Junior Conservation School will be selling kits for different wildlife habitat structures and will help you assemble them at the open house. They will also be selling refreshments to benefit the week-long summer conservation school. Providing habitat for wildlife is a great way to share your yard and view animal activities during the winter!
There will also be a variety of free activities to enjoy including crafts, story reading, a snow play area, and demonstrations of outdoor skills like shelter building.
You can also take part in a natural history walk along the Homestead Trail at 12:30 PM with one of our educators. The walk will lead you to the Boulton Historic District where the Jacobsburg Historical Society will be hosting “Christmas at Boulton” for a $5.00 fee. You can take part in these additional festivities before walking back to the visitor center at 3:00 PM with a local historian who will highlight the cultural history along the Henrys Woods Trail. Admission to the open house is free and registration is not 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.
East Bangor Bazaar
A bazaar will be held at East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company Saturday, December 10 from 10am - 1pm. Fill a bag for $3.
A bazaar will be held at East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company Saturday, December 10 from 10am - 1pm. Fill a bag for $3.
Annual Christmas Cookie Walk
Ackermanville United Methodist Church, on Ackermanville Rd., will hold its 2nd Annual Christmas Cookie Walk on Saturday, Dec.10th from 9 am to 11:30 am.
There will be a great number and variety of homemade Christmas cookies. You buy a box or boxes (boxes will be provided) and you "walk" around the tables and fill your box with the kinds of cookies you want! Large boxes are $12 each, small boxes are $6 each. For more information, please call 610-588-7818, 610-588-7818, or go online to/www.ackermanvilleumc.org
There will be a great number and variety of homemade Christmas cookies. You buy a box or boxes (boxes will be provided) and you "walk" around the tables and fill your box with the kinds of cookies you want! Large boxes are $12 each, small boxes are $6 each. For more information, please call 610-588-7818, 610-588-7818, or go online to/www.ackermanvilleumc.org
December 11
TGAI Annual Community Open House
December 11, 12-4. . FREE. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 Come to Totts Gap Arts and see what students have to share! Dance performances and art displays from our September classes, as well as information on our classes for 2017. Light refreshments will be served.
December 11, 12-4. . FREE. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 Come to Totts Gap Arts and see what students have to share! Dance performances and art displays from our September classes, as well as information on our classes for 2017. Light refreshments will be served.
Pet Photos With Santa
Tis the season to be FURRY!!! Or feathered, or scaly!! The holidays are fast approaching, and what better way to get in the holiday spirit than pet photos with Santa?
Join Boomer's Angels December 11 from 11am - 2pm at Leck Veterinarian Hospital, 115 W Pennsylvania Ave, Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
For only $10, you will receive a 4X6 color print taken by AMA Productions LLC (www.amaproductionsllc.com), and have the digital image emailed, and create a holiday memory to treasure. And even better? You will be helping Boomer's Angels Animal Rescue and Care.
Join Boomer's Angels December 11 from 11am - 2pm at Leck Veterinarian Hospital, 115 W Pennsylvania Ave, Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
For only $10, you will receive a 4X6 color print taken by AMA Productions LLC (www.amaproductionsllc.com), and have the digital image emailed, and create a holiday memory to treasure. And even better? You will be helping Boomer's Angels Animal Rescue and Care.
Heritage Center's 'What In The World?'
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will present: “What in the World?” on Sunday December 11th @ 2:00 PM. Audience participation and interaction encourages guests to bring a favorite object to share. It can be a mysterious item, an heirloom with personal memories , something beautiful, one practical which is of historic significance, or one that has a good story behind it. Come share that special item that is meaningful to you. The event is free and open to the public. Please note that this program replaces the Carol Alfred program on Belschickle Santas. . The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
Community Christmas Cantata
A Community Christmas Cantata, ”Sing Alleluia! Christ Is Born!,” will be presented on Sunday, December 11 at 3:00 pm in the Sanctuary at Grace United Methodist Church, located at 404 East Mountain Ave. in Pen Argyl, PA.
The choir is composed of singers from various churches in the Slate Belt Area and will be directed by Mr. Walter Cole, senior choir director at Grace UMC and accompanied by Mr. William Stine. A free will offering will be taken to benefit the Salvation Army Food Pantry in Pen Argyl. The church is fully handicapped accessible with ample parking. Come and be blessed by the music recounting the birth of our Lord and Savior. Call 610-863-6472 or 610-863-4811 for information or directions.
The choir is composed of singers from various churches in the Slate Belt Area and will be directed by Mr. Walter Cole, senior choir director at Grace UMC and accompanied by Mr. William Stine. A free will offering will be taken to benefit the Salvation Army Food Pantry in Pen Argyl. The church is fully handicapped accessible with ample parking. Come and be blessed by the music recounting the birth of our Lord and Savior. Call 610-863-6472 or 610-863-4811 for information or directions.
Holiday Marketplace to Support Bloom Bangor
Bloom Bangor will hold its 2nd Annual Holiday Marketplace on Sunday December 11th from 1-4pm at the recently re-opened Chelsea Sun Inn 487 Stone Church Drive in Mount Bethel, PA. The Chelsea Sun Inn is an elegant venue nestled in the rolling hills of Upper Mount Bethel Township just one-quarter mile from Becks Tree Farm off route 611.
Give a gift that keeps on giving when you purchase locally sourced artisan gifts including candles, hand-painted ornaments, acrylic paintings, crafts, baked goods and more. All proceeds from the Holiday Marketplace support Bloom Bangor, a 2-year residential recovery program for women moving beyond a life of trauma, addiction and violence.
Modeled after the remarkably successful Thistle Farms Nashville program, Bloom Bangor welcomed their first residents in early March. The residential program provides housing for up to 6 women who live in a disciplined and supportive community. Bloom offers housing, trauma informed counseling, art therapy, access to medical care, education, job training and employment for two years without charging women or receiving government funding. Participants attend outpatient recovery services at Recovery Revolution, Inc. No staff member lives with residents and instead the community is guided by 24 spiritual principles as outlined by Thistle Farms Nashville.
Bloom Creative Studio is a complementary program of Bloom Bangor and is where women living in the home are employed in a supportive environment. The 2,400 square foot arts, crafts and retail space in historic downtown Bangor hosts painting parties and crafting workshops for kids and adults as well as “open studio” sessions 4-5 days per week.
Open studio is a time when guests can walk in and create on their own using all the studio’s tools and supplies. A licensed art therapist leads a weekly art therapy group for women every Monday that is open to the community. Bloom Bangor, Bloom Creative Studio and a close partnership with Recovery Revolution, Inc. are essential to the success of the overall program.
“This is where survivors will find the necessary resources to maintain recovery, heal from wounds of trauma, enhance vocational skills and discover hope to begin a new and healthier chapter in life,” says Carol Andersen, Executive Director. “We believe art heals and develops resiliency and that connections within our community will be a key to success for the courageous women healing at Bloom Bangor. We are stronger when we join forces to empower individuals and ultimately create communities where everyone can thrive and work towards a bright and promising future.”
Bloom Bangor will hold its 2nd Annual Holiday Marketplace on Sunday December 11th from 1-4pm at the recently re-opened Chelsea Sun Inn 487 Stone Church Drive in Mount Bethel, PA. The Chelsea Sun Inn is an elegant venue nestled in the rolling hills of Upper Mount Bethel Township just one-quarter mile from Becks Tree Farm off route 611.
Give a gift that keeps on giving when you purchase locally sourced artisan gifts including candles, hand-painted ornaments, acrylic paintings, crafts, baked goods and more. All proceeds from the Holiday Marketplace support Bloom Bangor, a 2-year residential recovery program for women moving beyond a life of trauma, addiction and violence.
Modeled after the remarkably successful Thistle Farms Nashville program, Bloom Bangor welcomed their first residents in early March. The residential program provides housing for up to 6 women who live in a disciplined and supportive community. Bloom offers housing, trauma informed counseling, art therapy, access to medical care, education, job training and employment for two years without charging women or receiving government funding. Participants attend outpatient recovery services at Recovery Revolution, Inc. No staff member lives with residents and instead the community is guided by 24 spiritual principles as outlined by Thistle Farms Nashville.
Bloom Creative Studio is a complementary program of Bloom Bangor and is where women living in the home are employed in a supportive environment. The 2,400 square foot arts, crafts and retail space in historic downtown Bangor hosts painting parties and crafting workshops for kids and adults as well as “open studio” sessions 4-5 days per week.
Open studio is a time when guests can walk in and create on their own using all the studio’s tools and supplies. A licensed art therapist leads a weekly art therapy group for women every Monday that is open to the community. Bloom Bangor, Bloom Creative Studio and a close partnership with Recovery Revolution, Inc. are essential to the success of the overall program.
“This is where survivors will find the necessary resources to maintain recovery, heal from wounds of trauma, enhance vocational skills and discover hope to begin a new and healthier chapter in life,” says Carol Andersen, Executive Director. “We believe art heals and develops resiliency and that connections within our community will be a key to success for the courageous women healing at Bloom Bangor. We are stronger when we join forces to empower individuals and ultimately create communities where everyone can thrive and work towards a bright and promising future.”
December 12
Weona Park Pool Pals
Weona Park Pool Pals will hold a meeting Mon. Dec 12, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. This is an important meeting as the Park will be requesting proposals for a Master Site Plan in the coming month. If you are interested in having a community pool in Pen Argyl and want to do it without raising taxes, you share our goal, so please come! www.facebook.com/WeonaPPPed-lanternfly
Weona Park Pool Pals will hold a meeting Mon. Dec 12, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. This is an important meeting as the Park will be requesting proposals for a Master Site Plan in the coming month. If you are interested in having a community pool in Pen Argyl and want to do it without raising taxes, you share our goal, so please come! www.facebook.com/WeonaPPPed-lanternfly
Lookout Fire Co. Food Drive
The Lookout Fire Company #1 will once again be holding their Annual Holiday Can Food Drive on Monday, December 12, 2016 starting at 7:00 P.M. Community members are asked to place canned food and/or non-perishable items in bags on their front porches and keep the light on. Members of the Lookout Fire Company will then collect the items and take them to the Pen Argyl Salvation Army Food Bank to benefit local families. If your items are not picked up by 7:45 P.M. please call the fire station at 610-863-4121.
The Lookout Fire Company thanks you for your support and wishes everyone Happy Holidays to all.
The Lookout Fire Company #1 will once again be holding their Annual Holiday Can Food Drive on Monday, December 12, 2016 starting at 7:00 P.M. Community members are asked to place canned food and/or non-perishable items in bags on their front porches and keep the light on. Members of the Lookout Fire Company will then collect the items and take them to the Pen Argyl Salvation Army Food Bank to benefit local families. If your items are not picked up by 7:45 P.M. please call the fire station at 610-863-4121.
The Lookout Fire Company thanks you for your support and wishes everyone Happy Holidays to all.
December 13
NCC to Offer Laser Inlay Course
Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer a Laser Inlay and Engraving for the Woodworker class on Tuesdays, December 13 and 20, from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., at the Fab Lab, in the College’s Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
Each student will begin with a simple project board and progress to more complex shapes using the basics of Corel Draw.
The course Solid Wood Basics is recommended but not required for the course.
The NCC Fab Lab offers open access to state-of-the-art technologies, including a full metal and woodshop, 3-D printers, laser cutters, a sound lab, a guitar-making studio, recording studio, cold casting, and more. The Fab Lab has 80 classes and 27 instructors that include master craftsmen, entrepreneurs and expert technicians. The lab is open to the entire community---individuals, companies, and students.
The cost for the laser inlay and engraving class is $135. For more information visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn or call 610-332-8665. To register visit the Fab Lab section of the NCC Personal Enrichment section.
Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer a Laser Inlay and Engraving for the Woodworker class on Tuesdays, December 13 and 20, from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., at the Fab Lab, in the College’s Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
Each student will begin with a simple project board and progress to more complex shapes using the basics of Corel Draw.
The course Solid Wood Basics is recommended but not required for the course.
The NCC Fab Lab offers open access to state-of-the-art technologies, including a full metal and woodshop, 3-D printers, laser cutters, a sound lab, a guitar-making studio, recording studio, cold casting, and more. The Fab Lab has 80 classes and 27 instructors that include master craftsmen, entrepreneurs and expert technicians. The lab is open to the entire community---individuals, companies, and students.
The cost for the laser inlay and engraving class is $135. For more information visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn or call 610-332-8665. To register visit the Fab Lab section of the NCC Personal Enrichment section.
December 16
Christmas Caroling
Christmas Caroling At The Slate Belt Medical Center will be held Friday, December 16th at 6:45pm. Meet at the reception area (door to the left of the building)
Everyone (Large and Small) is invited to walk the Halls and Sing carols to help our Neighbors Spirits rise this Christmas! Let’s give back and enjoy the true spirit of Christmas!
Everyone (Large and Small) is invited to walk the Halls and Sing carols to help our Neighbors Spirits rise this Christmas! Let’s give back and enjoy the true spirit of Christmas!
Bangor High School Bands Winter Concert
The BAHS Bands Winter Concert will be held on Friday, December 16 at 7:30 PM in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School. The Concert and Symphonic Bands will each present their own portion of the concert with compositions by Steve Reisteter, James Barnes, Chris Bernotas, James Curnow, Pavel Tschesnokoff, and John Moss.
At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Tickets will be available at the door for $3 adults/$2 students and seniors. Gold Cards and Slater Band Boosters Membership Cards will be honored. Please join us on December 16 to share in the holiday joy!
At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Tickets will be available at the door for $3 adults/$2 students and seniors. Gold Cards and Slater Band Boosters Membership Cards will be honored. Please join us on December 16 to share in the holiday joy!
December 17
Breakfast With Santa at Columbia Fire Co.
Columbia Fire Co. No. 1 is Roseto will be sponsoring a Breakfast with Santa on Saturday December 17th from 9-11am at the Roseto Municipal Building. The event is open to all children from Roseto borough as well as children and grandchildren of current Fire Co. members. Cost is FREE for those under 10. Adults and children 10 and over, the cost is $8. Please call 610-588-0597 or email kidsparty@columbiafireco.org for reservations.
Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot
The annual Bangor Elks Lodge 1106 sponsored “Hoop Shoot” free throw contest will be held at Washington Elementary Gym on Saturday, December 17, 2016at 1:00 P. M. Youngsters from Bangor, Pen Argyl, Faith Christian, Easton, Nazareth, Wilson, and Notre Dame are welcome to compete. You can register at the school on the day of the contest at 12:30 P. M. when the doors open.
First place winners and runner-ups will receive plaques with the first place winner advancing to district competition on January 28, 2017 hosted by the Bangor Elks Lodge.This is the forty-fifth year for this youth national event.
Should you have any questions, call Pete Nell at 610-295-2334 or Glenn Miller at 610-703-0070.
First place winners and runner-ups will receive plaques with the first place winner advancing to district competition on January 28, 2017 hosted by the Bangor Elks Lodge.This is the forty-fifth year for this youth national event.
Should you have any questions, call Pete Nell at 610-295-2334 or Glenn Miller at 610-703-0070.
December 21
Therapy Dog Dressed as Santa
Therapy dog Quincy (dressed as Santa Claus) and therapy dog-in-training Webster (dressed as an elf) will be at the Blue Mt. Community Library storytime at 10:30 AM on December 21 and 22.
December 23
PAHS Senior Citizens Holiday Party
The Pen Argyl Area High School Sophomore Class Officers and National Honor Society Members are excited to host the annual Senior Citizens Holiday Party on Friday, December 23.Pen Argyl High School students and faculty cordially invite all senior citizens of the Pen Argyl Area School District to a fun filled day of food, music, and activities!
The holiday party will be held in the school – Gym, located at 501 West Laurel Ave, doors open at 8:15am and the
party will be held from 8:30am – 12:30pm; please RSVP by Friday, December 16th by calling 610-863-1293.
The holiday party will be held in the school – Gym, located at 501 West Laurel Ave, doors open at 8:15am and the
party will be held from 8:30am – 12:30pm; please RSVP by Friday, December 16th by calling 610-863-1293.
December 24
Portland Christmas Eve Services
Christmas Eve services will be held at Refiners Fire Ministry Division St., Portland PA December 24 at 6:30pm, and nd Portland Baptist Church Delaware Ave., Portland at 7:00 PM.
January 1
Portland New Year's Day Bingo
Portland Hook and Ladder company # one will hold a New Year's Day bingo. Doors open at 10 AM, bingo starts at 2 PM. Come out it ring in the new year and support your local fire company.
New Year's Day Bingo
New Year's Day Bingo with a $2,150 jackpot will be held at Kemp American Legion, East Stroudsburg at 7:00pm, Doors open at 5:30. Tickets are $50 in advance or $60 at the door. Call/text Sharon at 570.656.7964 or Martha 570.801.2900 or Facebook: Cavalier Booster Bingo.
NewYear's First Day Hikes
Get out and get hiking at Jacobsburg on the first day of 2017! Join center educators Lauren Forster and Rick Wiltraut for two-mile interpretive hikes on moderate terrain. They will explore the old growth forest of Henrys Woods and wildlife along the Homestead Trail. The hikes will start at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM from the flag pole in front of the visitor center at 400 Belfast Road. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, a water bottle, and wear layers. 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.
Get out and get hiking at Jacobsburg on the first day of 2017! Join center educators Lauren Forster and Rick Wiltraut for two-mile interpretive hikes on moderate terrain. They will explore the old growth forest of Henrys Woods and wildlife along the Homestead Trail. The hikes will start at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM from the flag pole in front of the visitor center at 400 Belfast Road. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, a water bottle, and wear layers. 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.
January 9
Bangor Elks Yoga
The Bangor Elks Lodge is now offering Yoga beginning Monday, January 9 and running six weeks through February 13 starting at 6:45 PM. The cost is $60. Walk-ins are welcome at $12 per week. Remit to Bangor Elks, 120 Broadway Bangor. Beginners welcome.
January 10
Free Workshop on Locating Grant Sources
Free Workshop on Locating Grant Sources to be Held at Northampton Community College
Representatives from non-profit agencies who want to learn more about locating grant sources are invited to register to attend a free workshop at Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Mack Library, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township, on Tuesday, Jan. 10 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. It will highlight services provided by the Foundation Center, and introduce the Foundation Directory Online database that comprises information on over 100,000 grant makers. Participants will have an opportunity to use the online database, and should bring a flashdrive to save information.
To make a reservation call 610-861-5358 between Dec. 1 – 23, 2016, or Jan. 3-6, 2017.
Free Workshop on Locating Grant Sources to be Held at Northampton Community College
Representatives from non-profit agencies who want to learn more about locating grant sources are invited to register to attend a free workshop at Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Mack Library, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township, on Tuesday, Jan. 10 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. It will highlight services provided by the Foundation Center, and introduce the Foundation Directory Online database that comprises information on over 100,000 grant makers. Participants will have an opportunity to use the online database, and should bring a flashdrive to save information.
To make a reservation call 610-861-5358 between Dec. 1 – 23, 2016, or Jan. 3-6, 2017.
January 11
PA Farm Show Bus Trip
The Pennsylvania Farm Show is a great way to learn about farming, agriculture, and where your food comes from, and you don’t want to miss it! Here is your chance to beat the traffic by taking a bus coordinated by Lehigh County 4-H and Penn State Extension.
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 Price $30/person
8:00 a.m. — Depart Lehigh County Ag Center, 4184 Dorney Park Road, Allentown
3:30 p.m. — Depart PA Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg
5:00 p.m. — Arrive at Lehigh County Ag Center (approximately)
The day's events include agricultural education demonstrations, cooking demonstrations, plus all the exhibits and outstanding Pennsylvania food products. We will provide a schedule of events when you get on the bus.
For more information call the Lehigh County Extension office at 610-391-9840 or email lehighext@psu.edu.
The Pennsylvania Farm Show is a great way to learn about farming, agriculture, and where your food comes from, and you don’t want to miss it! Here is your chance to beat the traffic by taking a bus coordinated by Lehigh County 4-H and Penn State Extension.
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 Price $30/person
8:00 a.m. — Depart Lehigh County Ag Center, 4184 Dorney Park Road, Allentown
3:30 p.m. — Depart PA Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg
5:00 p.m. — Arrive at Lehigh County Ag Center (approximately)
The day's events include agricultural education demonstrations, cooking demonstrations, plus all the exhibits and outstanding Pennsylvania food products. We will provide a schedule of events when you get on the bus.
For more information call the Lehigh County Extension office at 610-391-9840 or email lehighext@psu.edu.
January 21
Trappers Fur Auction
January 21st, 2017-Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at **NEW LOCATION** Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083),. Doors open at 8am, auction starts at 9am. PTA membership and furtaker's license required. Contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.-332-6585.
February 11
Liz Tech Bingo
Liz Tech bingo will be held at the Portland Hook and Ladder Fire Company # one Saturday, February 11. Tickets are $25 in advance. Sponsorships available. Doors open at 11 AM. Bingo starts at 1 PM. More info: call Stephanie at 610-216-6716.
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.
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
DECEMBER EVENTS
Christmas music and hot chocolate, Friday, December 2, 9:00 A.M. and Deck the Halls
Thank a volunteer Day, Friday, December 9th
Christmas Carole's and Hot Chocolate, Friday, December 9th, 12:15 P.M.
Portland Food Drive begins December 12. Last day December 14th
Baseball, Friday, December 16th, 10:00 A.M.
Snowball fight, Friday, December 16, 12:15 P.M.
Candy Cane day, December 20th
CHRISTMAS PARTY, CHAS BAND, Registration Required, Wednesday, December, 21th
Council officers meeting, Thursday, December 22, 9:00 A.M.
CLOSING , DECEMBER 23 AT NOON.,
CLOSED DECEMBER 26, MERRY CHRISTMAS
Left over cookie and fruit cake day-bring all you want to get rid of, Tuesday, December 27th
NEW YEAR'S MEAL, Friday, December 20th
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Blue Mt. Library New Books
Adult Fiction:
A Great Reckoning, Louise Penny
Sting, Sandra Brown
Mortal Fall, Christine Carbo
The Damascus Threat, Matt Rees
The Gates of Rutherford, Elizabeth Cooke
Thrill Kill, Brian Thiem
Margherita’s Notebook, Elisabetta Flumeri
The Last Time She Saw Him, Jane Haseldine
Dark Road Home, Anna Carlisle
Killer Look, Linda Fairstein
Adult Large Print:
First Star I See Tonight, Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Daughters of the Bride, Susan Mallery
The Loyal Heart, Shelley Shepard Gray
Bullseye, James Patterson
Rushing Waters, Danielle Steel
Sweet Tomorrows, Debbie Macomber
Among The Wicked, Linda Castillo
The Couple Next Door, Shari Lapena
A Great Reckoning, Louise Penny
Sting, Sandra Brown
Mortal Fall, Christine Carbo
The Damascus Threat, Matt Rees
The Gates of Rutherford, Elizabeth Cooke
Thrill Kill, Brian Thiem
Margherita’s Notebook, Elisabetta Flumeri
The Last Time She Saw Him, Jane Haseldine
Dark Road Home, Anna Carlisle
Killer Look, Linda Fairstein
Adult Large Print:
First Star I See Tonight, Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Daughters of the Bride, Susan Mallery
The Loyal Heart, Shelley Shepard Gray
Bullseye, James Patterson
Rushing Waters, Danielle Steel
Sweet Tomorrows, Debbie Macomber
Among The Wicked, Linda Castillo
The Couple Next Door, Shari Lapena
Bangor Library New Books
Adult Fiction
The Confession by Beverly Lewis;
Silent Night by Robert B. Parker.
Adult non Fiction
War Letters: Extraordinary Correspondence from American Wars Edited by Andrew Carroll;
The Sixth Extinction: an Unnatural History by Elizabeth Kolbert; Code Talker by Chester Nez.
Junior Fiction
The Lost Heir by Tui Sutherland.
Easy Reader Fiction
I Can Be a Farm Vet by Apple Jordan; Otter.
The Best Job Ever! By Sam Garton; Talent Show
Mix up by Dan Gutman;
Froggy Is the Best by Jonathan London.
Easy Fiction
I Love You Forever by Margaret Park Bridges;
Sneak-a-peek Words by Aimee Chapman; Now! By Tracey Corderoy;
Let’s Play, Dory! By Bonita Garr;
Pinkalicious and Aqua, the Mini Mermaid by Victoria Kann;
Sidekick Showdown; Race Around the World by Trey King;
Peppa Pig and the Day at the Museum;Peppe Pig and the I Love You Game;
Go, Pete, Go! By James Dean;
Won’t You Be My Kissaroo? By Joanne Ryder;
That’s Not My Owl: its Beak Is Too Shiny; That’s Not My Prince: His Hat Is Too Soft by Fiona Watt.
Dvds
Break Point;
I Smile Back; the Manchurian Candidate;
99 Homes.
The Confession by Beverly Lewis;
Silent Night by Robert B. Parker.
Adult non Fiction
War Letters: Extraordinary Correspondence from American Wars Edited by Andrew Carroll;
The Sixth Extinction: an Unnatural History by Elizabeth Kolbert; Code Talker by Chester Nez.
Junior Fiction
The Lost Heir by Tui Sutherland.
Easy Reader Fiction
I Can Be a Farm Vet by Apple Jordan; Otter.
The Best Job Ever! By Sam Garton; Talent Show
Mix up by Dan Gutman;
Froggy Is the Best by Jonathan London.
Easy Fiction
I Love You Forever by Margaret Park Bridges;
Sneak-a-peek Words by Aimee Chapman; Now! By Tracey Corderoy;
Let’s Play, Dory! By Bonita Garr;
Pinkalicious and Aqua, the Mini Mermaid by Victoria Kann;
Sidekick Showdown; Race Around the World by Trey King;
Peppa Pig and the Day at the Museum;Peppe Pig and the I Love You Game;
Go, Pete, Go! By James Dean;
Won’t You Be My Kissaroo? By Joanne Ryder;
That’s Not My Owl: its Beak Is Too Shiny; That’s Not My Prince: His Hat Is Too Soft by Fiona Watt.
Dvds
Break Point;
I Smile Back; the Manchurian Candidate;
99 Homes.
SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
November 17, 2016 Bangor Elks 41 Columbia Fire Co. 15 – George Gallagher 14-0, Pete Speer 12-2, Steve Bussenger 12-2; Rob Tiburzi 7-7 Pen Argyl Legion 40 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 16 – John Albanese 10-4, Matt Moore 9-5; Brian Mucklin 9-5 Bangor VFW 31 East Bangor Fire Co. 25 – Nick LaBar 11-3, Rod LaBar 10-4, Ryan Comunale 10-4; Bill Pascoe 10-4, Rich Pohl 9-5 Bangor Jax 34 Second Ward Fire Co. 22 – A.J. Gilliland 12-2, Dave Giaquinto 11-3, Jonathan Owens 10-4; Frank Turkdal 10-4 Oxford Fire Co. 40 Rescue Fire Co. 16 – Jon Thomas 13-1, Wayne Sayler 12-2 Roseto Legion 37 Liberty Fire Co. 19 – George Wilgus 13-1, Bob Vargo, Sr. 12-2, Woody Ivins 11-3; Jack Stenlake 9-5 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 36 O’Neill’s Place 20 – Derek Wynne 11-3, Brandon Malachowski 11-3; Ryan Hunt 8-6, Paul Freeby 8-6 2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings Division 1 – Oxford Fire Co. 11-0, Bangor Jax 10-1, Bangor Elks 9-2, Pen Argyl Legion 9-2, Roseto Legion 8-3, Bangor VFW 6-5, O’Neill’s Place 5-6 Division 2 – Hillside Rod & Gun Club 7-4, East Bangor Fire Co. 6-5, Liberty Fire Co. 2-9, Rescue Fire Co. 2-9, Columbia Fire Co. 1-10, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-10, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-11 Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot The annual Bangor Elks Lodge 1106 sponsored “Hoop Shoot” free throw contest will be held at Washington Elementary Gym on Saturday, December 17, 2016at 1:00 P. M. Youngsters from Bangor, Pen Argyl, Faith Christian, Easton, Nazareth, Wilson, and Notre Dame are welcome to compete. You can register at the school on the day of the contest at 12:30 P. M. when the doors open.
First place winners and runner-ups will receive plaques with the first place winner advancing to district competition on January 28, 2017 hosted by the Bangor Elks Lodge.This is the forty-fifth year for this youth national event. Should you have any questions, call Pete Nell at 610-295-2334 or Glenn Miller at 610-703-0070. |
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