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Y Spring I Class Registration It's time to sign up for spring class offerings at the Slate Belt YMCA. Spring I classes begin the week of February 22nd. To register for adult classes such as cycling, yoga, and Silver Sneakers or youth classes like karate, dance, gymnastics, or sports visit the Welcome Center at the Slate Belt Y. Registration closes on February 20th
Bangor High School students staged scenes from their upcoming performance of Ragtime during a breakfast held at Bangor Middle School Saturday morning. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) New Photo Tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory.
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Computer Maintenance Tip.....
Delete All Your Browsing Data in Chrome
- Open Chrome.
- In the top right, click the Menu .
- Click More tools > Clear browsing data.
- In the dialog that appears, select the checkboxes for the types of information that you want to remove.
- Use the menu at the top to select the amount of data you want to delete. Select beginning of time to delete everything.
- Click Clear browsing data.
Fantastic Wine Facts...
Monastic orders such as the Cistercians and Benedictines preserved and innovated the art of winemaking during the Middle Ages. It is thanks to their research and indefatigable efforts we have such an elaborate winemaking technology today.
One of the world’s most famous Champagnes Dom Pérignon was named after a monk. Dom Pierre Pérignon (1638-1715), an early advocate of organic wine-making, experimented with new methods, successfully improving the winemaking process. His practices and techniques are still used today.
One of the world’s most famous Champagnes Dom Pérignon was named after a monk. Dom Pierre Pérignon (1638-1715), an early advocate of organic wine-making, experimented with new methods, successfully improving the winemaking process. His practices and techniques are still used today.
Safe Haven Rescue Meet and Greet
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 21, at Tractor Supply, Rt. 940, Mt Pocono.
Safe Haven will have many adorable dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption.
Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 800 lives so far.
Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs.
For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook.
Safe Haven will have many adorable dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption.
Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 800 lives so far.
Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs.
For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook.
RENTERS.....
Maintenance Tips and Tricks
Every Renter Should Know
One of the biggest benefits of renting versus buying a place of your own is that you usually don’t have to worry about stressful maintenance tasks, like replacing a roof or hot water heater.
While most rental agreements include a landlord who takes care of major maintenance worries, there are a few things you can do to keep service calls to a minimum, and protect your security deposit in the long run.
Avoid a Deep Freeze
If you have a manual freezer, defrost it at least once a year or when more than a quarter inch of frost has formed. When defrosting, remember to warm it up slowly. Empty the contents of the freezer, place towels underneath, and let the ice melt at room temperature. Use a blow dryer if you’re pressed for time. Once melted, wipe your freezer clean, bring it back to the appropriate temperature and restock.
Rout Grout Problems
Gaps and chips in your shower grout are worth calling your landlord about, because they could lead to significant water damage. Luckily, a regular cleaning routine can ensure you do your part to ward off unhealthy mold and mildew and help ensure there are no cracks that could lead to problems in walls and floors. A good scrub made up of baking soda, vinegar and a little warm water should do the trick.
Dodge a Dust Up
If your heating and air conditioning units are easily accessible, vacuum the vents before using them for the first time each year, or ask your landlord to do so. Regular cleaning and filter changes ensure proper air flow. Check that furniture and curtains don’t cover vents to avoid potential maintenance issues and fire hazards.
Keep Clogs at Bay
It’s common knowledge to not pour oil and grease down the sink, but avoiding other solids like coffee grounds will also keep your pipes flowing. If you have a sink with a garbage disposal, avoid dumping chemicals in the drain to clean it. In the bathroom, remove hair from drains right away rather than washing them down.
Insure Your Peace of Mind
Starting around $10 a month, renters insurance, a must for any savvy renter, will not only cover your belongings (since your landlord’s policy usually doesn’t), but will also cover temporary living expenses and personal liability if you have to relocate during major repairs.
Some insurers, like Erie Insurance, offer a generous multi-policy discount for those who want to purchase both renter’s insurance and an auto policy. In some cases, the discount actually pays for the renter’s policy.
While tenants should definitely reap the benefits of being a renter, performing small tasks around your home or apartment can mean more comfortable day-to-day living, and fewer visits from the landlord.
While most rental agreements include a landlord who takes care of major maintenance worries, there are a few things you can do to keep service calls to a minimum, and protect your security deposit in the long run.
Avoid a Deep Freeze
If you have a manual freezer, defrost it at least once a year or when more than a quarter inch of frost has formed. When defrosting, remember to warm it up slowly. Empty the contents of the freezer, place towels underneath, and let the ice melt at room temperature. Use a blow dryer if you’re pressed for time. Once melted, wipe your freezer clean, bring it back to the appropriate temperature and restock.
Rout Grout Problems
Gaps and chips in your shower grout are worth calling your landlord about, because they could lead to significant water damage. Luckily, a regular cleaning routine can ensure you do your part to ward off unhealthy mold and mildew and help ensure there are no cracks that could lead to problems in walls and floors. A good scrub made up of baking soda, vinegar and a little warm water should do the trick.
Dodge a Dust Up
If your heating and air conditioning units are easily accessible, vacuum the vents before using them for the first time each year, or ask your landlord to do so. Regular cleaning and filter changes ensure proper air flow. Check that furniture and curtains don’t cover vents to avoid potential maintenance issues and fire hazards.
Keep Clogs at Bay
It’s common knowledge to not pour oil and grease down the sink, but avoiding other solids like coffee grounds will also keep your pipes flowing. If you have a sink with a garbage disposal, avoid dumping chemicals in the drain to clean it. In the bathroom, remove hair from drains right away rather than washing them down.
Insure Your Peace of Mind
Starting around $10 a month, renters insurance, a must for any savvy renter, will not only cover your belongings (since your landlord’s policy usually doesn’t), but will also cover temporary living expenses and personal liability if you have to relocate during major repairs.
Some insurers, like Erie Insurance, offer a generous multi-policy discount for those who want to purchase both renter’s insurance and an auto policy. In some cases, the discount actually pays for the renter’s policy.
While tenants should definitely reap the benefits of being a renter, performing small tasks around your home or apartment can mean more comfortable day-to-day living, and fewer visits from the landlord.
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February 21, 1965 - Former Black Muslim leader Malcolm X (1925-1965) was killed while delivering a speech in New York City.
February 21, 1972 - President Richard Nixon arrived in China for historic meetings with Chairman Mao Tse-tung and Premier Chou En-lai. February 21, 1994 - CIA agent Aldrich Ames was arrested on charges he spied for the Soviet Union from 1985 to 1991 |
HOME.....
Add Your Personal Style to Your Home
Elegant privacy windows and upgraded fixtures can enhance a bathroom.(StatePoint) You may feel locked into the style you inherited when you purchased your house. But you have more power than you think to transform your reality home into your dream home.
To make a big style impact, consider these upgrades and projects:
Stunning Curb Appeal
Don’t settle for a drab or standard home exterior, particularly when it comes to your roof. A beautiful, colorful update will enhance your home’s exterior design and boost curb appeal.
For long-term durability, consider a polymer slate or shake roofing product, like those from DaVinci Roofscapes, which are offered in 50 standard colors and a variety of striking color blends.
However, picking the right exterior color scheme and style can be daunting without guidance, say experts.
“Many homeowners are afraid to shake things up with color because they don’t want to make a mistake,” says Kate Smith, a color trend forecaster with Sensational Color.
Luckily, free resources can provide guidance and tips on understanding your home’s exterior features and how to play off them with color accents. For example, Smith has written a free 36-page guide, “FRESH Color Schemes for Your Home Exterior.” The guide explores color options for seven different home styles and eases the process of choosing color palettes to complement your home exterior. To download the free guide, visit davinciroofscapes.com.
An Interior Oasis
An ancient tub, a leaky toilet -- these are bathroom features to bid farewell to forever. Your bathroom should be more than just a functional space; it should be an oasis from busy, stressful days.
Whether you are looking for customary bathroom elements or a spa-like whirlpool system, seek out a collection, rather than a la carte replacements, to achieve a coordinated look. For example, the Affordable Style Designer Series suites from Mansfield Plumbing, come in a variety of unified traditional and modern designs.
If you want a bit more from your bathroom, consider new products, such as the MicroDerm Therapeutic Bath, which silently infuses millions of oxygen-rich microbubbles into bathwater to relax, clean and exfoliate skin.
A Touch of Elegance
Give your interior spaces privacy and elegance by rethinking windows. In key rooms, consider replacing standard windows with privacy windows.
Decorative glass windows add character to a space because they become the view. They serve as their own artwork for the room with the added benefit of providing privacy in the home.
Those from Hy-Lite include square, geometric and oval shaped windows in both fixed and operable styles and in various sizes, so they can be used as a focal point in a room or to create a striking accent wall of windows. Create an eye-catching space in the kitchen with acrylic block windows, or complement your home’s architectural style with one of the fashionable silk-screened windows featured in their Home Designer Collection.
If you’re unsatisfied with your house, consider making key upgrades and replacements that will add elegance, beauty and a touch of your own personality.
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Snake Head Found in Can of Beans
FARMINGTON , Utah, (UPI) -- A Utah woman was met with a surprise when she discovered a decapitated snake head in a can of green beans.
Troy Walker of Farmington was cooking a meal for her church's Young Women's group on Wednesday night when she spotted the snake head in a can of Western Family green beans.
"It looked pretty much like a burnt bean. And then as I got closer to lift it off the spoon, I saw eyes," she told KSL. "That's when I just dropped it and screamed."
Walker threw out the rest of the beans and returned the snake head to her local grocery store before informing Western Family of the incident.
According to WTHR, Western Family halted production and conducted a trace-back effort to find the lot that received the green beans.
"At this point, the product is on hold at the wholesale level. As soon as we know something like this, we stop all shipments until we know what's going on with the foreign material," Western Family Chief Financial Officer Pete Craven said. "Foreign matter is not something we take lightly. We want to know what it is, and we will immediately research and do any level of correction as we can."
Troy Walker of Farmington was cooking a meal for her church's Young Women's group on Wednesday night when she spotted the snake head in a can of Western Family green beans.
"It looked pretty much like a burnt bean. And then as I got closer to lift it off the spoon, I saw eyes," she told KSL. "That's when I just dropped it and screamed."
Walker threw out the rest of the beans and returned the snake head to her local grocery store before informing Western Family of the incident.
According to WTHR, Western Family halted production and conducted a trace-back effort to find the lot that received the green beans.
"At this point, the product is on hold at the wholesale level. As soon as we know something like this, we stop all shipments until we know what's going on with the foreign material," Western Family Chief Financial Officer Pete Craven said. "Foreign matter is not something we take lightly. We want to know what it is, and we will immediately research and do any level of correction as we can."
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF FEBRUARY 22
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.
Bushkill Center Road
Between Broad Street AND Bushkill Drive will experience delays and lane restriction February 22 to February 26 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 191
Between 1st Street (Bangor) AND Monroe County Line will experience delays and lane restriction February 26 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 191
Between Franklin Hill Road AND 1st Street (Bangor) will experience delays and lane restriction February 25 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Sullivan Trail (Plainfield Twp)
Between PA 191 AND Oak Street will experience delays and lane restriction February 22-23 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Bangor - Salisbury
Pen Argyl - Bangor
Pen Argyl - Moravian
Bangor - Palmerton Boys
Pen Argyl - Salisbury
Pen Argyl - Northern Lehigh
Pen Argyl - NDGP
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Bangor - Saucon Valley
Bangor - Pen Argyl
Bangor - Wilson Girls
Pen Argyl - Northwestern
Bangor - Wilson
Bangor - Northwestern
Bangor - Moravian Academy
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Bangor - Palisades
Bangor - Pen Argyl
County Chorus
Bangor - Saucon Valley
Pen Argyl - Northwestern
Pen Argyl - Wilson
Bangor - Pen Argyl
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Bangor - NDGP
Pen Argyl - Palisades Girls
Bangor - Saucon Valley
Pen Argyl - Catasauqua
Bangor - Northern Lehigh
Bangor - Warren Hills
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County Chorus
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Year of The Pet
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PUMP Gets $250
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BHS Band GRAMMY
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Family Fun Night
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HOBY Winner
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Wreath Making
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Homefront - Part 1
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WM Donation to Y
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Viet Nam Vets Speak
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Kitchen table
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Recovery Revolution
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Family First Gifts
Night of Light
Faith's Souper Bowl
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Troop 38 Visits SBNR
BHS Students in District Chorus
Pies To Die For
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Louise Williams
Little Corner Cafe
Bloom Bangor
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Baby Harry Coffee
Hearts of Hope
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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 This week on Saturday, February 13, 2016 there will be Shopkins Kids Event from Noon to 2:00 PM. Celebrate President's Day and No School with a day of kid events on Monday, February 15, 2016
Come and spend some time being creative and supporting Bloom Bangor, a restorative community empowering women to live free from addiction and violence. Sign-up by going to the Bloom on-line store at mkt.com/bloomcreativestudio and reserve your space for any of these special events or go to our web-site bloomcreativestudio.com/ or Facebook page for even more info and to register. 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. CLICK HERE FOR BLOOM'S FEBRUARY CALENDAR Snowshoes and Trekking PolesSnowshoes and Trekking Poles Available
When: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM-2:30 PM in February 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 our website for current winter conditions and snow depth. 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.
SFN Scholarships Available Slater Family Network is sponsoring a $2000.00 scholarship for a 2016 Bangor High School graduate. The applications are now available on the school district website under the Slater Family Network tab, in the HS Guidance Office or the SFN office behind the DeFranco School. Completed applications are due at SFN on April 28.
The family of Denny Strouse is sponsoring a $1000.00 scholarship through Slater Family Network for a 2016 Bangor High School graduate. The applications are now available on the school district website under the Slater Family Network tab, in the HS Guidance Office or the SFN office behind the DeFranco School. Completed applications are due at SFN on April 28. Call the SFN office with any questions at 610-599-7019 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.
Bangor Womens Club Scholarship Applications The Bangor Womens Club will be accepting applications from senior students at Bangor and Faith Christian High Schools for consideration for their 2016 scholarship. The scholarship amount is $1000. Applications can be obtained from the school Guidance office and the deadline to submit the completed application is April 15, 2016
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. Fishing Rods and Tackle at JacobsburgWhen: Sunday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM in March
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. February 21Safe Haven Rescue Meet and Greet Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 21, at Tractor Supply, Rt. 940, Mt Pocono.
Safe Haven will have many adorable dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 800 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs. For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. February 23Monroe Animal League Meeting The monthly meeting of the Monroe Animal League will be on Tuesday, February 23 at 7:00 PM at the Eastern Monroe County Library, Rt. 611/N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg.
All Monroe County animal lovers are encouraged to attend. The Monroe Animal League is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving Monroe County since 1943, and is a member of the Federated Humane Societies of Pennsylvania. Our mission is to coordinate the human efforts in Monroe County to aid in the prevention of animal cruelty and to relieve the suffering of companion animals. MAL strives to optimize care through education, awareness, and financial support. For more information, visit www.monroe-animals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email monroeanimalleague@gmail.com, or call 570-421-7775. NCC to Hold Financial Aid Nights Current and prospective students at Northampton Community College (NCC) and their parents as well as members of the general public are invited to attend Financial Aid Nights. Attendees will learn how to apply for federal, state and institutional aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Staff will explain application procedures and eligibility requirements. The 2016/17 priority deadline for financial aid is March 31.
Financial Aid Nights will be held: Tuesday, Feb. 23, 6:00 p.m., Room 220, College Center, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Snow date: March 1, 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, 6:00 p.m., Room 202 A&B, Keystone Hall, Monroe Campus, 2411 Route 715, Tannersville. Snow date: March 2. Blue Mt. Library Fund Raiser A Fundraiser for The Blue Mountain Community Library will be held on Tuesday, February 23, from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Café on Broadway, 21 S. Broadway in Wind Gap, PA. The Café will generously donate a portion of all sales that day to the library. All food is fresh and made to order. You are encouraged to call ahead with your order. Specials are listed on the restaurant’s Facebook page. The Café is take-out or eat-in, with limited seating. The phone # is 610-881-4261. Menus are available at the Café or at the library. Your support of this fundraiser to benefit the library will be greatly appreciated.
The Blue Mountain Community Library is currently collecting non-perishable foods for the St Elizabeth Food Bank in Wind Gap, through February 13. Please consider donating to this ministry and bring your food items to the library, located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl, PA. Hours are M-Sa, 10:00 am- Noon, and M-Th, 6:00-8:00 pm. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. February 25Railroad Lecture Series: 1955 Flood Kim Williams is the featured speaker for the next Railroad Lecture Series on Thurs. Feb. 25 at Dansbury Depot. He will be giving a program about The Effect of the 1955 Flood on the Lackawanna Railroad. The presentation begins at 7.
There is much to the story of the flood and the railroad. Kim’s historical review with expertly photographed pictures will be an evening dedicated to remembering! Railroad tracks hanging in mid-air, passengers stranded because they can’t go north or south on the tracks, good hospitality shown to the passengers, all of this and much more! This event is co-sponsored by the Dansbury Depot Committee of the Eastburg Community Alliance and the East Stroudsburg Railroad Tower. Hot beverages will be provided. Sodas and water are available for $1.00. In case of inclement weather, the program will be postponed until a later date. You are invited to stay after the presentation for the tower meeting. February 27
February 28East 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, February 28th. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, March 1st, at 3:30 p.m.
Boomer's Angels Meet and Greet On Sunday, February 28 come to Tractor Supply, Route 209, Brodheadsville from 11- 2, to meet some of the beautiful loving dogs that Boomer's Angels (BAARC) have for adoption!
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. 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 our website at www.boomersangels.com, find us on Facebook, or call (570)350-4977.papillon/ March 5Easter Bunny, Egg Hunt, Craft Show A craft show featuring the Easter Bunny, and an Egg Hunt,will be held from 11am - 3pm at the East Bangor Fire Co.. The Easter Bunny will arrive by fire truck at 12:30 and the egg hunt will start at 1:00pm.
The Fire Co. will be selling food and holding a small silent auction. Park in the rear of the fire com.. Vendor tables are available by calling 610-588-5996. Project Child Hosting Dance Event Project Child is hosting its tenth annual Have a Heart for Children dinner dance on Saturday, March 5th at the Hotel Bethlehem. Proceeds will benefit initiatives designed to reduce child abuse in the Lehigh Valley. The event begins at 5:30 P.M and is a lovely evening of mixing, mingling and dancing to the music of the Philadelphia Funk Authority. Project Child is a program of Valley Youth House. It has been operating since 1991 with the mission of preventing child abuse and neglect in the Lehigh Valley and the surrounding region. This mission is accomplished through the provision of educational resources for parents and professionals; the dissemination of information about the seriousness of child abuse and strategies for its prevention. Alternatives to physical violence are promoted along with parenting skills.
As a community coalition, Project Child is comprised of individuals and agencies engaged in striving to protect the rights of children to live free of abuse and neglect in an environment which fosters positive self-development. Whether you are in the mood to enjoy the ambience of the historic hotel or dance to live music, you will be coming together to join the effort to protect our community’s children from abuse and neglect. Dinner and Raffle Prizes are part of the evening. The cost is $75.00. For info go to www.projectchildlv.org or call Amy Brenfleck at 610-954-9561, ext. 334. March 8Free Amateur Radio Classes What is amateur radio, and what do you do with it?
Amateur radio is a fun hobby where you can talk with people across town or all over the world, even with astronauts in space, without telephone wires, cell phones or the Internet. It provides helpful communication service in emergencies, public service and community events. Amateur radio operators come from all walks of life, from all ages, men and women, students and retirees, factory workers and doctors, and all in between. We all have one thing in common: ham radio. We can tinker and experiment and build things. We can help with communications at parades and other community events. We send health and welfare messages in times of disaster; sometimes we are the only communications available. We can compete in radio contests, and we can have casual conversations with other hams worldwide. To do all this you need a license and a radio. Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will offer a series of 9 Tuesday evening free classes, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., beginning March 8 at the Northampton County Gracedale Complex, Nazareth, We will help anyone interested in earning their entry-level FCC amateur radio license. We also will offer a separate series of classes to upgrade to the General License on the same dates. For answers to questions, more information, or to register for the free classes, please phone 610.432.8286 or email ke3aw@ARRL.NET. The Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club, Inc. is a 501 (C)(3) non-profit charitable organization. March 10Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet to Read at NCC Tracy K. Smith
Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Tracy K. Smith will read from her work on Thursday, March 10, at 11:00 a.m., in the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township, and on March 10 at 3:30 p.m. at Room 108, Pocono Hall, the NCC Monroe Campus, 2411 Route 715, Tannersville.
In 2012 Smith won the Pulitzer Prize for her 2011 poetry collection, Life on Mars. Born in Massachusetts, Smith earned a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and a master’s degree in fine arts degree from Columbia University. She was a Stegner Fellow at Stanford University from 1997-1999. In addition to Life on Mars, Smith is the author of two other poetry collections: The Body’s Question, which won the Cave Canem Prize, and Duende, recipient of the James Laughlin Award and the Essence Literary Award. In 2014, she was awarded to the Academy of American Poets Fellowship. Her book Ordinary Light: A Memoir was named to the National Book Awards Longlist for Nonfiction in 2015. Smith teaches creative writing at Princeton University. NCC’s annual poetry day is held in memory of Len Roberts, poet and NCC professor, who passed away in 2007. He was the author of numerous collections of poetry and the recipient of many literary and teaching awards. He was a Fulbright scholar. The Len Roberts Poetry Day is free and open to the public. For more information call 610-861-5300 or 570-369-1800. Slate Belt Photography Club Monthly Meeting Slate Belt Photography Club Monthly Meeting is scheduled for March 10 from 7:00 to 8:00pm. Meeting is to be held at "Pies to Die For" in Bangor, PA (Old Steckels store).
Meeting will be about "Off Camera Flash" and we will take Portraits for Membership ID Cards. Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/Slatebeltphotographers/.6. March 11Women's History and ConservationMira Lloyd Dock: A Beautiful Crusade
Friday, March 11, 7:00 – 8:00 PM Come celebrate Women’s History Month with the Pennsylvania Conservation Heritage Project, the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, and the Pennsylvania Parks & Forests Foundation. We salute a nearly-forgotten leader in the field of forestry and botany—Mira Lloyd Dock—with a screening of a new and dynamic 30-minute documentary about her contributions. A panel discussion on forestry and parks today and women in conservation featuring Joe Frassetta District Forester in the William Penn State Forest and Rob Neitz Park Manager for Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required. March 12Wildlife Benefits of a Prescribed BurnSaturday, March 12, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Fire is bad, right? Not always. By purposely setting regulated fires, called prescribed burns, you can improve wildlife habitat. Prescribed burning enhances native plant communities and therefore improves biodiversity. Join us for this talk about this habitat enhancement method and the plans to use it here at Jacobsburg. After the talk we will go out and listen for American Woodcocks, a species that benefits from prescribed burns. Registration is required. Breakfast With The Easter Bunny The Provisional Rotary Club of the Slate Belt will be holding its 4th Annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Sat. March 12th at The Scorecard 130 N. Broadway in Wind Gap. The event is from 9 AM to 11AM. There will a tricky tray, 50/50 and other surprises. Come join the fun!
Tickets are $8.00 for Adults. Children under 10 are Free! Tickets are available at The Scorecard, from any Rotary Member or contacting Bill Skinner 570-350-7609 ORskinww@epix.net Money raised will be used for the 3rd Annual Dictionary Project. Rotary of the Slate Belt purchases dictionaries and distributes them to all 3rd Graders in all Slate Belt Schools. Over 800 Dictionaries have been distributed in the last 2 years. Rotary Club of the Slate Belt is a Provisional Club of the West End Rotary and is looking for new members to join and help us Charter our Club. Our meetings are every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Scorecard Restaurant in Wind Gap, PA. Be a part of helping our Local Slate Belt Communities with a variety of projects. Come and learn how you can get involved and give back to others. See you next Thursday! For more information contact Bill Skinner at skinww@epix.net or 570-350-7609. Easter Egg Hunt in the Trunk A Family Fun Event! Please join the Slate Belt YMCA Staff and Volunteers for an "Egg-citing" Easter Event. We are mixing up the traditional Egg Hunt by hosting a community event similar to the popular and successful Trunk or Treat event that we held in the fall. Hunt in the Trunk will be held in the back lot of the Slate Belt Y on March 12 from 4:00-5:30pm or when we run out of candy and eggs. If you are interested in participating by decorating the trunk of your car and handing out treat filled eggs please register at the Welcome Desk. To find out ways you can help with the event stop by the Y or call 610-881-4470. Like us on Facebook to stay up to date on the "Egg-cellent" Event!
Silent Auction to Benefit Slater Family Network Saturday, March 12th at Five Points Elementary School, Slater Family Network will be hosting a Silent Auction. All proceeds aid local families in need through Slater Family Network. Browsing begins at 10am-12pm, auction begins at 12pm. Family admission and 26 tickets for $12. Premium item tickets available, food and beverage will be available for purchase. Over eighty themed baskets.
March 13Slate Belt Heritage Center Event Sunday, March 13, 2 PM - "Origins of St. David's Welsh Society" - Presented by former Bangor High School Superintendent and current Superintendent of Easton Area High School, John Reinhart.
March 16Lehigh Valley Horse Council Will Meet The Lehigh Valley Horse Council will meet Wednesday, March 16th at 7:00 PM at the new City View Diner, 1831 MacArthur Road, Whitehall. The topic for the evening will be Equine Biosecurity: How to protect your horse and your farm from disease.
The speaker will be Tera Ramig, DVM, All Points Equine (LVHC is not responsible for the cost of meals. beverages, etc.) FMI: 610-704-4130, 610-837-7294 March 19Egg Hunt for Relay for Life A community egg hunt will held Saturday March 19 at 3:00pm at East Bangor Park to benefit The Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society.
All money raised will go to benefit the American Cancer Society. They will have a few age groups with a small gift for each child and a few hidden surprise eggs. Also plan to have a bake sale and a table of team's handmade treasures to purchase. They are having this in the afternoon so it does not interfere with earlier ones.. March 22Tuesday TrailsMarch 22, 5:30-7:00 PM
Get moving after work with a brisk hike a Jacobsburg. These guided hikes are 2-2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs are welcome on a leash. Meet by the flagpole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Road. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. March 25Reptiles and AmphibiansFriday, March 25, 6:00-9:00 PM
Join us as we learn about the reptiles and amphibians that occur in the Lehigh Valley. We will discuss the difference between reptiles and amphibians, identification and biology of local species, and the current status of some of these creatures. After the talk, there will be a walk in search of frogs and salamanders. Participants should dress for the weather, wear footwear that can get wet and bring a flashlight. Registration is required. April 2Spring Brunch With the Author The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will host their Spring "Brunch With the Author" on Saturday April 2nd at 10:00 AM featuring local author Vikki Romano. Ms. Romano will feature her latest release "Edge of Darkness', a science fiction thriller and first book in a trilogy. She will have that book available for purchase and signing that day. Book #2 will be released fall of 2016. Ms. Romano also publishes under the pen name Victoria Oliveri where she writes historical fiction. She will also have two books of a four book series available: "Earl of my Heart" and "Love in the Stars".
Ms. Romano was born in the Pittsburgh area and now lives in Bangor in a historical Victorian home suited to her line of work. The event is free but registration at the library is required for attendance. The library is located at 39 South Main Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information and to register please call the library @ 610-588-4136. April 8Blue Mt Library Silent AuctionThe Blue Mt. Library will hold its silent Auction April 8. More details later.
April 9Bangor Lions Spaghetti Dinner The Bangor Lions will hold a Spaghetti Dinner April 9 from 2pm - 6pm at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Fourth and Broadway, Bangor. Dinner includes Spaghetti, meat Sauce, Salad, dessert, and Beverages. Tickets are $9.00 for adults and $5 for children 8 and younger. FMI: 484-547-3797 or Facebook @ Lions club Bangor, PA.
April 14NCC to Host Lecture by Author Colum McCann Reservations are being taken for Northampton Community College’s (NCC) talk by Colum McCann, National Book Award winner, on Thursday, April 14, 7:30 p.m., at the Arthur L. Spartan Center, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. The talk will be live streamed to the Monroe Campus’s Keystone Hall, room 202.
McCann is the author of Let the Great World Spin, Thirteen Ways of Looking and TransAtlantic. He is the co-founder of Narrative 4, which fosters empathy by breaking down barriers and shattering stereotypes through the exchange of stories across the world. It is led by globally influential artists, educators, students and community advocates. McCann’s lecture is the keynote address in NCC’s 2015-2016 National Endowment for the Humanities series The Good Life, which asks engaging questions about life, the world and our place in it. This event is free and open to the public, although advance registration is required for the lecture at the Bethlehem Campus. To make reservations, go to Northampton.edu/ColumMcCann or call 610-861-5519. No reservations are required for the live stream at the Monroe Campus. April 21Quiet Valley’s 19th Century Days Quiet Valley’s 19th Century Days - A Day in the Life is a new hands-on educational program designed to provide students ages 6-18 with the opportunity to explore the lifestyle of a 19th century homestead. Save the date for this two-day event: Thursday, April 21th & Friday, April 22st 2016. Each day features two workshop slots; one from 12:30-2:00 and one from 2:15-3:45. You may sign up for up to four different sessions. There are over 25 different workshop offerings from small and large animal husbandry to simple machine to carding, spinning and weaving which are all designed to meet the new Pennsylvania STEAM-based educational curriculum guidelines.
Registration will begin at 9 a.m. on February 1, 2016. Registrations will be taken by phone, in person or on-line until sessions are full. The price for all workshops is $5.00 per student for each session, which also covers all material fees. Registration is complete only when payment is received. Payment by PayPal, credit card or debit card is recommended. Tours of the historic farm are available from 10-12:30 each day at $8 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. Workshop descriptions will be listed on our website January 25th, 2016. Registration opens February 1st, 2016. To enhance the experience, participants are encouraged to come in period dress, but it is not mandatory. Lunches will be available to order or you may bring your own. There are a limited number of spots available each day, so make your reservation early. FMI visit www.quietvalley.org or call 570-992-6161.. April 30Healthy Kids Day Saturday, April 30th, Save the Date. The Slate Belt Y, is celebrating Healthy Kids Day with a free community event that will help families find fun through active play and educational opportunities to improve health and well being. Check out our website www.greatervalleyymca.org and follow us on Facebook for more details.
May 1UMBT Recreation Field Hockey Program UMBT Recreation Field Hockey Program will resume in May. UMBT Sports Recreation is proud to team with Adidas for the upcoming 2016 UMBT Recreation Field Hockey Program. The program is open to girls in grades 1 through 6. Each session focuses on fundamental skills, introduction and development as well as game play. The program is held at the Upper Mt. Bethel Community Park. Fee is $45 for first child and $35 for each additional child in the family. More information will be released at a later date. Contact Dr. Scott Duddy with any questions, 610-703-5332 or email study@ptd.net.
Spring Cash Bingo Spring Cash Bingo sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Washington Township Volunteer Fire Company will be held May 1. Doors opens 11am, games begin at 12:30pm.
The cost is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. The kitchen will be open. A jackpot of $500 will be available in addition to a Tricky Tray, 50/50 and door prizes. Call the following for tickets: Shirley Thomas, President 610-863-4603, or cell at 484-541-4659. Ruth Hahn Vice President 610-588-7402. Donna Eberle Secretary 484-298-0192. Sandy Wambold Treasurer 610-462-5611. May 6Bangor Library Book Sale Sponsored by the Friends of the Bangor Public Library, the will sell over 1, 000 gently used books and like-new books for adults and children at the Bee Hive Community Center, 197 Penna. Ave., Bangor
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May 20Relay For Life The Relay for Life will be held from 4pm May 20 to 4pm Saturday May 21 at Bangor Memorial Park. FMI: www.relayforlife.org/paslatebelt.
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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. FEBRUARY SCHEDULE 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 - Thursdays, 12:15 P.M. Help With Tax Returns-AARP Friday, 8:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. Baseball Friday, February 19, 10:00 A.M. Nickle Nickle Thursday, February 25, 12:15 P.M. New Books at
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