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Pen Argyl's Adam Strouse reaches for the rebound during the Knights' 62-57 loss to Northwestern Thursday evening. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkely Photography
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History of Groundhog Day
Source: (http://www.groundhog.org/about/history) Groundhog Day, February 2nd, is a popular tradition in the United States. It is also a legend that traverses centuries, its origins clouded in the mists of time with ethnic cultures and animals awakening on specific dates. Myths such as this tie our present to the distant past when nature did, indeed, influence our lives. It is the day that the Groundhog comes out of his hole after a long winter sleep to look for his shadow. If he sees it, he regards it as an omen of six more weeks of bad weather and returns to his hole.
If the day is cloudy and, hence, shadowless, he takes it as a sign of spring and stays above ground.
The groundhog tradition stems from similar beliefs associated with Candlemas Day and the days of early Christians in Europe, and for centuries the custom was to have the clergy bless candles and distribute them to the people. Even then, it marked a milestone in the winter and the weather that day was important.
According to an old English song:
If Candlemas be fair and bright,
Come, Winter, have another flight;
If Candlemas brings clouds and rain,
Go Winter, and come not again.
According to an old Scotch couplet:
If Candlemas Day is bright and clear,
There'll be twa (two) winters in the year.
Another variation of the Scottish rhyme:
If Candlemas day be dry and fair,
The half o' winter to come and mair,
If Candlemas day be wet and foul,
The half of winter's gone at Yule.
The Roman legions, during the conquest of the northern country, supposedly brought this tradition to the Teutons, or Germans, who picked it up and concluded that if the sun made an appearance on Candlemas Day, an animal, the hedgehog, would cast a shadow, thus predicting six more weeks of bad weather, which they interpolated as the length of the "Second Winter."
Pennsylvania's earliest settlers were Germans and they found groundhogs to in profusion in many parts of the state. They determined that the groundhog, resembling the European hedgehog, was a most intelligent and sensible animal and therefore decided that if the sun did appear on February 2nd, so wise an animal as the groundhog would see its shadow and hurry back into its underground home for another six weeks of winter.
The Germans recited: For as the sun shines on Candlemas Day,
So far will the snow swirl until the May.
This passage may be the one most closely represented by the first Punxsutawney Groundhog Day observances because there were references to the length of shadows in early Groundhog Day predictions.
If the day is cloudy and, hence, shadowless, he takes it as a sign of spring and stays above ground.
The groundhog tradition stems from similar beliefs associated with Candlemas Day and the days of early Christians in Europe, and for centuries the custom was to have the clergy bless candles and distribute them to the people. Even then, it marked a milestone in the winter and the weather that day was important.
According to an old English song:
If Candlemas be fair and bright,
Come, Winter, have another flight;
If Candlemas brings clouds and rain,
Go Winter, and come not again.
According to an old Scotch couplet:
If Candlemas Day is bright and clear,
There'll be twa (two) winters in the year.
Another variation of the Scottish rhyme:
If Candlemas day be dry and fair,
The half o' winter to come and mair,
If Candlemas day be wet and foul,
The half of winter's gone at Yule.
The Roman legions, during the conquest of the northern country, supposedly brought this tradition to the Teutons, or Germans, who picked it up and concluded that if the sun made an appearance on Candlemas Day, an animal, the hedgehog, would cast a shadow, thus predicting six more weeks of bad weather, which they interpolated as the length of the "Second Winter."
Pennsylvania's earliest settlers were Germans and they found groundhogs to in profusion in many parts of the state. They determined that the groundhog, resembling the European hedgehog, was a most intelligent and sensible animal and therefore decided that if the sun did appear on February 2nd, so wise an animal as the groundhog would see its shadow and hurry back into its underground home for another six weeks of winter.
The Germans recited: For as the sun shines on Candlemas Day,
So far will the snow swirl until the May.
This passage may be the one most closely represented by the first Punxsutawney Groundhog Day observances because there were references to the length of shadows in early Groundhog Day predictions.
Bangor's Marissa Fernandez-Tierney reaches to steal the ball during the Slaters' 45-25 win over East Stroudsburg South Saturday night at Bangor. PHOTO GALLERY (New Photo Tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
NCC Professor to Discuss New Book
Michael Pogach, associate professor of English at Northampton Community College (NCC), will discuss his first book, The Spider in the Laurel, published in September by Ragnarok Publications, during “An Hour with Michael Pogach,” Tuesday, February 9 at 11:00 in the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, NCC Bethlehem Campus.
Pogach will also sign copies of his book and conduct a question-and-answer session.
The Spider in the Laurel questions the methods of both governmental authority and those attempting to subvert the status quo by telling the fictional story of a man caught up in a secret revolution. The book combines fantasy, action and adventure.
Admission is free and open to the public.
For more information call 610-865-5300 or go to www.northampton.edu.
Pogach will also sign copies of his book and conduct a question-and-answer session.
The Spider in the Laurel questions the methods of both governmental authority and those attempting to subvert the status quo by telling the fictional story of a man caught up in a secret revolution. The book combines fantasy, action and adventure.
Admission is free and open to the public.
For more information call 610-865-5300 or go to www.northampton.edu.
Pen Argyl's Gabrielle Weaver looks for an open teammate during the Knights' game with Stroudsburg Saturday. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkely Photography
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Science Facts...
- The human eye blinks an average of 4,200,000 times a year.
- It takes approximately 12 hours for food to entirely digest.
- Human jaw muscles can generate a force of 200 pounds (90.8 kilograms) on the molars.
HEALTH...
Sticking to Your Fitness Goals
(StatePoint) Deciding to lose weight is a great first step toward wellness. But goal setting is the easy part. Staying on the weight loss track and maintaining that weight loss are where the challenges begin.
Here are 10 tips to help you get started and stick with it long-term.
• Drink up: Hunger and thirst can often be confused, so stay hydrated. But remember, beverages are not a place to splurge on a ton of calories. Drink water. For a flavor boost, add fresh fruit slices or mint leaves.
• Snack mindfully: It is all too easy to derail an otherwise flawless diet by binging at snack time. Be mindful of your snacks, and make sure they offer nutritional value and are designed to keep you satisfied until your next meal.
• Sleep: Studies show a link between sleep deprivation and excess pounds. While there are many theories as to why this is, at the very least, getting enough sleep will promote clear-headed, healthful choices throughout the day.
• Jumpstart your weight loss: Studies show that early weight loss is a predictor of long-term weight loss success. Look for programs that keep you motivated, like Nutrisystem Turbo10, which delivers up to a 10-pound weight loss and up to five inches lost overall in the first month of dieting.
• Eat small: Research suggests that eating smaller, balanced meals throughout the day promotes greater weight loss and maintenance. Schedule meals every two to three hours, six times a day.
• Get moving: Exercise doesn’t have to be daunting! Get started with 10-minute sessions, three times a day. Movement sets your metabolism in motion so make sure it’s a consistent part of your weight loss efforts.
Eat out, right: Restaurant portions can be monstrous. Set aside half the meal and save it for later. Avoid key menu terms like “breaded,” “fried,” “crispy,” and “smothered.” At buffets, fill your first plate up entirely with greens before moving on to other options.
• Embrace setbacks: Sometimes diets get temporarily thrown off course by a missed workout or a second slice of birthday cake. Rather than throwing in the towel entirely, view the setback for what it really is, a temporary hiccup.
Be accountable: Keep a food and exercise diary to reinforce good habits. Log food, drinks, activity, weight and more to stay accountable.
• Seek support: Weight loss and maintenance is no cakewalk. Turn to weight loss counselors, dietitians and online communities for support with your weight loss journey. The counselors at Nutrisystem for example, are available seven days a week. For more information, visit Nutrisystem.com.
With the right attitude and the right tools, you can finally lose the weight for good.
Here are 10 tips to help you get started and stick with it long-term.
• Drink up: Hunger and thirst can often be confused, so stay hydrated. But remember, beverages are not a place to splurge on a ton of calories. Drink water. For a flavor boost, add fresh fruit slices or mint leaves.
• Snack mindfully: It is all too easy to derail an otherwise flawless diet by binging at snack time. Be mindful of your snacks, and make sure they offer nutritional value and are designed to keep you satisfied until your next meal.
• Sleep: Studies show a link between sleep deprivation and excess pounds. While there are many theories as to why this is, at the very least, getting enough sleep will promote clear-headed, healthful choices throughout the day.
• Jumpstart your weight loss: Studies show that early weight loss is a predictor of long-term weight loss success. Look for programs that keep you motivated, like Nutrisystem Turbo10, which delivers up to a 10-pound weight loss and up to five inches lost overall in the first month of dieting.
• Eat small: Research suggests that eating smaller, balanced meals throughout the day promotes greater weight loss and maintenance. Schedule meals every two to three hours, six times a day.
• Get moving: Exercise doesn’t have to be daunting! Get started with 10-minute sessions, three times a day. Movement sets your metabolism in motion so make sure it’s a consistent part of your weight loss efforts.
Eat out, right: Restaurant portions can be monstrous. Set aside half the meal and save it for later. Avoid key menu terms like “breaded,” “fried,” “crispy,” and “smothered.” At buffets, fill your first plate up entirely with greens before moving on to other options.
• Embrace setbacks: Sometimes diets get temporarily thrown off course by a missed workout or a second slice of birthday cake. Rather than throwing in the towel entirely, view the setback for what it really is, a temporary hiccup.
Be accountable: Keep a food and exercise diary to reinforce good habits. Log food, drinks, activity, weight and more to stay accountable.
• Seek support: Weight loss and maintenance is no cakewalk. Turn to weight loss counselors, dietitians and online communities for support with your weight loss journey. The counselors at Nutrisystem for example, are available seven days a week. For more information, visit Nutrisystem.com.
With the right attitude and the right tools, you can finally lose the weight for good.
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February 2, 1848 - The war between the U.S. and Mexico ended with the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. In exchange for $15 million, the U.S. acquired the areas encompassing parts or all of present day California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, and Texas.
February 2, 1990 - In South Africa, the 30-year-old ban on the African National Congress was lifted by President F.W. de Klerk, who also promised to free Nelson Mandela and remove restrictions on political opposition groups. |
February 2
Book Discussion - Blue Mountain Library 6:30 pm
Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2.
Pen Argyl Regular Council Meeting - 7:00 P.M. Borough Hall
Bangor Block Watch - Slate Belt Heritage Center (upstairs) 7pm
Knights of Columbus Home Association - Council Home, 7:30-9:30pm
Rescue Fire Co. #1 Auxiliary - meets 7:30 at the fire station.
UMBT Advisory Council - Meets 7:00pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2.
Pen Argyl Regular Council Meeting - 7:00 P.M. Borough Hall
Bangor Block Watch - Slate Belt Heritage Center (upstairs) 7pm
Knights of Columbus Home Association - Council Home, 7:30-9:30pm
Rescue Fire Co. #1 Auxiliary - meets 7:30 at the fire station.
UMBT Advisory Council - Meets 7:00pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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Will Your Smartphone Withstand Everyday Wear and Tear?
(StatePoint) Unless you’re the number one ranked UFC middleweight fighter, you’re likely not going to be able to bend the new iPhone 6s Plus. But you stand a very good chance of dropping your pricey smartphone on a hard surface, dropping it in the toilet or leaving it unattended in the hands of your kids. While it will help to get a case, it’s also a good idea to invest in a product designed to endure a little abuse.
But which new smartphone is durable enough for you? No matter if you choose an iPhone, a Samsung Galaxy or another phone, it’s important to research before you buy.
SquareTrade, a protection plan provider for smartphones, tablets and other electronics, recently asked mixed martial artist and UFC fighter Luke Rockhold to find out if Apple had increased the durability of its new phones. Rockhold performed two tests on the phones: a Rockhold Roundhouse and a Submission Bend Test. The findings? Despite new ion-strengthened Retina HD displays, all phone screens break equally when they hit a hard surface, but the new iPhone 6s Plus, which has been reinforced with 7000 series aluminum, was truly tougher than the previous models.
In addition to Rockhold’s scrutiny, the company put the new iPhones through their battery of robot tests, to determine each device’s Breakability Score, including a new extreme temperature test in the company’s newly designed Thermo Rig.
Here are some highlights of their findings:
• Apple fixed its bend issues. In the BendBot test, the iPhone 6s Plus and 6s withstood 180 and 170 pounds of pressure, respectively -- a 50 to 60 percent improvement in bendability. The Samsung Galaxy Note5 also withstood 170 pounds. “Both manufacturers have responded to Bendgate with significant improvements on the three phones we tested. This is great news for consumers,” says Jessica Hoffman vice president of global communications for SquareTrade.
• Face-down drops are still the most common phone hazard. Though manufacturers tout new and improved glass, all three phones shattered when dropped face down on pavement. “Phones are still at the mercy of this most common of all problems,” says Hoffman.
• The Note5 fares better in extreme cold. Though the Note5 was the easiest to drop and break, it scored the highest in temperature durability. Extreme temperatures impact a phone’s ability to hold a full charge and shorten the lifespan of the phone’s battery. The Note5 lasted nearly two hours in extreme cold while making a video call, the iPhone 6s Plus lasted a little more an hour and the iPhone 6s lasted only 30 minutes.
Better protect whatever phone you opt for with a hard case and a good protection plan, which can cost just a few dollars monthly and be a great antidote to “oops anxieties.” For information on protection plans visit www.squaretrade.com.
Have butterfingers when handling that pricey piece of glass you carry around all day? Frequently leave your phone alone with martial artists? Learn more about your potential new device’s strength and be sure to safeguard your expenditure.
But which new smartphone is durable enough for you? No matter if you choose an iPhone, a Samsung Galaxy or another phone, it’s important to research before you buy.
SquareTrade, a protection plan provider for smartphones, tablets and other electronics, recently asked mixed martial artist and UFC fighter Luke Rockhold to find out if Apple had increased the durability of its new phones. Rockhold performed two tests on the phones: a Rockhold Roundhouse and a Submission Bend Test. The findings? Despite new ion-strengthened Retina HD displays, all phone screens break equally when they hit a hard surface, but the new iPhone 6s Plus, which has been reinforced with 7000 series aluminum, was truly tougher than the previous models.
In addition to Rockhold’s scrutiny, the company put the new iPhones through their battery of robot tests, to determine each device’s Breakability Score, including a new extreme temperature test in the company’s newly designed Thermo Rig.
Here are some highlights of their findings:
• Apple fixed its bend issues. In the BendBot test, the iPhone 6s Plus and 6s withstood 180 and 170 pounds of pressure, respectively -- a 50 to 60 percent improvement in bendability. The Samsung Galaxy Note5 also withstood 170 pounds. “Both manufacturers have responded to Bendgate with significant improvements on the three phones we tested. This is great news for consumers,” says Jessica Hoffman vice president of global communications for SquareTrade.
• Face-down drops are still the most common phone hazard. Though manufacturers tout new and improved glass, all three phones shattered when dropped face down on pavement. “Phones are still at the mercy of this most common of all problems,” says Hoffman.
• The Note5 fares better in extreme cold. Though the Note5 was the easiest to drop and break, it scored the highest in temperature durability. Extreme temperatures impact a phone’s ability to hold a full charge and shorten the lifespan of the phone’s battery. The Note5 lasted nearly two hours in extreme cold while making a video call, the iPhone 6s Plus lasted a little more an hour and the iPhone 6s lasted only 30 minutes.
Better protect whatever phone you opt for with a hard case and a good protection plan, which can cost just a few dollars monthly and be a great antidote to “oops anxieties.” For information on protection plans visit www.squaretrade.com.
Have butterfingers when handling that pricey piece of glass you carry around all day? Frequently leave your phone alone with martial artists? Learn more about your potential new device’s strength and be sure to safeguard your expenditure.
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Short Spined German Shepard Only One of Thirteen
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., (UPI) -- A German shepherd at a Minnesota animal shelter is becoming a social media star due to his unusual appearance resulting from short spine syndrome. Quasimodo, a German shepherd branded Quasi the Great by his Facebook page, is one of only 13 dogs ever diagnosed with short spine syndrome, which resulted in his having a crooked spine, missing vertebrae, a shrunken stomach, a corkscrew tail and only one testicle.
The Secondhand Hounds animal shelter in Eden Prairie, Minn., said Quasi was found wandering the streets as a stray and was brought to a Kentucky shelter by animal control agents.
The shelter said offers for adoption have been pouring in from all over, but Quasi first needs to undergo several surgical procedures, the first of which is scheduled for Monday.
The shelter said Quasi does not appear to be in pain, and his back can't be fixed surgically, but he has some issues resulting from being on his own that need to be addressed.
"Secondhand Hounds currently has almost 200 dogs available for adoption (some with special needs) and there are millions of animals waiting for their chance in shelters and rescues around the world. If you have room in your home and your heart, please consider adopting one of these animals that want nothing more than love, and a second chance," the shelter said in a Facebook post.
The Secondhand Hounds animal shelter in Eden Prairie, Minn., said Quasi was found wandering the streets as a stray and was brought to a Kentucky shelter by animal control agents.
The shelter said offers for adoption have been pouring in from all over, but Quasi first needs to undergo several surgical procedures, the first of which is scheduled for Monday.
The shelter said Quasi does not appear to be in pain, and his back can't be fixed surgically, but he has some issues resulting from being on his own that need to be addressed.
"Secondhand Hounds currently has almost 200 dogs available for adoption (some with special needs) and there are millions of animals waiting for their chance in shelters and rescues around the world. If you have room in your home and your heart, please consider adopting one of these animals that want nothing more than love, and a second chance," the shelter said in a Facebook post.
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF FEBRUARY 1
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.
Route 512
Between 1st Street (Bangor) AND Old Pen Argyl Road will experience delays and lane restriction February 1 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Bushkill Center Road
Between Broad Street AND Bushkill Drive will experience delays and lane restriction February 1 thru February 5 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 512
Between Old Pen Argyl Road AND Glass Street will experience delays and lane restriction February 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Sullivan Trail (Plainfield Twp)
Between Oak Street AND PA 191 will experience delays and lane restriction February 5 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Sullivan Trail (Plainfield Twp)
Between Oak Street AND PA 512 will experience delays and lane restriction February 4 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 191
Between Franklin Hill Road AND Monroe County Line will experience delays and lane restriction February 5 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Pen Argyl - Bangor
Pen Argyl - Moravian
Bangor - Palmerton Boys
Plainfield Craft Show
Wind Gap Christmas
Pen Argyl - Salisbury
Bangor Band Holiday Concert
Pen Argyl - Northern Lehigh
Pen Argyl - NDGP
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Bangor - Pen Argyl
Bangor - Wilson Girls
Pen Argyl - Northwestern
Rain Gutter Regatta
Bangor Chorus Concert
Bangor - Wilson
Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot
Bangor - Northwestern
Bangor - Moravian Academy
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Bangor - Pen Argyl
County Chorus
12 - 24 Concert
Toys for Tots
YMCA Lights
Wind Gap Middle School
Bangor - Saucon Valley
Pen Argyl - Northwestern
Pen Argyl - Wilson
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Pen Argyl - Palisades Girls
Bangor - Saucon Valley
Miller House Craft show
Santa At Merchants
Christmas In A Small town
Pen Argyl - Catasauqua
Bangor - Northern Lehigh
Bangor - Warren Hills
Bangor - Pen Argyl
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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
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Louise Williams
Little Corner Cafe
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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 Stop by and spend some time being creative. Studio fee is $8.00 during open hours. Check their Website bloomcreativestudio.com for Special Events during the week. Special Hours for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2016. We'll be open from 11 - 5. 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 JANUARY 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.
Stay At Home Moms Group If you are a stay at home mom in the Slate Belt Area and are looking for events to socialize and build friendships for yourself and your child/children you may be interested in joining this group of moms. The meetings will be held at various local spots and during school hours. For more information go to, www.meetup.com and search for Slate Belt Stay At Home Moms.
Weona Park Yoga Yoga at the Community Center- Mondays and Thursdays, 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. $10 per session.
Musical Instrument Collection Drive The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor’s elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. We will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child’s life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let’s keep the music coming!
Your donations may be tax deductible. Visit slateralums.com for more information. February 4Valentines Day Gift Idea The Friend's of the Bangor Public Library are again offering for sale, as a perfect gift for Valentine's Day, their cookbook entitled: "A Literary Feast". All books come pre-wrapped for the occasion, and are available for only $8.00 at the library. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
NCC to Present Programs for Black History Month Northampton Community College (NCC) will celebrate Black History Month and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with these events.
The State of Racism/White Supremacy in a Post-Civil Rights Era. Adjunct Professor of History Kamau Kenyatta, will speak about this subject. Thurs., February 4, 11:00 a.m., room 220, College Center, Bethlehem NCC Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Lecture also to be given on Thursday, February 11, at 11:00 a.m. in Room 108, Pocono Hall, NCC Monroe Campus, 2411 Route 715, Tannersville. Voices of Black History. A panel of students will discuss important people and events in black history. Thursday, February 18, 11:00 a.m., room 146, College Center, NCC Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Book Discussion: The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness. Tuesday, February 23, Library Conference Room, College Center, NCC Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Student Debate: Should most drugs now be legalized, given that the War on Drugs has failed and resulted in mass incarcerations in the black community. Thursday, February 25, 11:00 a.m., Room 220, College Center, NCC Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, call 610-861-5300 or visit www.northampton.edu. February 6Snowshoe TrekSaturday, February 6, 1:00-3:00 PM
Join educator Rick Wiltraut as we snowshoe through the woods and fields of Jacobsburg in search of bird and mammal tracks in the snow. Participants will try to identify the tracks using field guides. Participants should dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and bring snacks and water. 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. Fastnacht Donut Sale A Donut Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Tuesday, February 9th. These delicious homemade donuts are available powdered or plain. Donuts should be picked up by 1 pm. The cost is $7.00 per dozen. Orders are recommended and can be placed until February 6th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-588-0809.
February 7Safe Haven Dog Adoption Day Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog adoption day from 11 -3 on Sunday, February 7 at Ace Hardware, Rt 209, Brodheadsville (next to Dunkleberger's).
Safe Haven will have many young 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. "Saving one dog won't change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever." 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. East Bangor Souperbowl Sunday The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE SOUP/SANDWICH Supper with a Dessert Buffet on "Souperbowl Sunday", February 7th, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.
February 8Weona Park Pool Pals Meeting Weona Park Pool Pals will hold a meeting Mon. Feb 8, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. 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/WeonaPPP
February 9NCC Professor to Discuss New Book
Michael Pogach, associate professor of English at Northampton Community College (NCC), will discuss his first book, The Spider in the Laurel, published in September by Ragnarok Publications, during “An Hour with Michael Pogach,” Tuesday, February 9 at 11:00 in the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, NCC Bethlehem Campus.
Pogach will also sign copies of his book and conduct a question-and-answer session. The Spider in the Laurel questions the methods of both governmental authority and those attempting to subvert the status quo by telling the fictional story of a man caught up in a secret revolution. The book combines fantasy, action and adventure. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information call 610-865-5300 or go to www.northampton.edu. February 10Introduction to SnowshoeingFriday, February 10, 1:00-3:00 PM
Learn how to use snowshoes and trekking poles to explore Jacobsburg’s trails in the winter. You may bring your own equipment or borrow ours. We will also learn how to prepare ourselves for outdoor excursions in the winter time. If we don’t get any snow we’ll hike in our boots with the trekking poles. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your weight range when registering; this is to determine what size snowshoe you will need.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. February 12Family Night: Packing a GO BagFriday, February 12, 6:30-7:30 PM
Being prepared for emergencies is important, so it’s good to have supplies on hand when you need them. Many of the supplies that are helpful in emergencies are the same ones that we use during outdoor adventures. Learn how to pack for both situations so that you’re always ready, whether you’re escaping a flood or escaping to your local state park campground for a relaxing weekend. Being prepared to enjoy the outdoors at a moment’s notice can be fun! Join educator Lauren Forster for a lesson on how to pack Get Outdoors (GO) Bags for your family. 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. February 13Murder Mystery Dinner Aaah Valentine's Day. Red roses, chocolate and a greeting card. Same thing you did last year, right?
Make this Valentine's Day one to remember. Nothing says “I Love You” like a romantic dinner, candle lit tables, soft music in the background … and a murder mystery!!! That's right – you get to have some fun and solve a mystery. Get up off of that couch, stop watching crime shows on TV and get into the action! What could be more fun and romantic than that? This Valentine's Day, The Red Thread Cafe (an art, coffee and music venue of Hopesprings) is providing all the makings of a romantic evening for you and that special someone. A light dinner, choice of non-alcoholic beverage and a delicious dessert will be on the menu. The candles will be lit and the music will be playing. But something is wrong; something's not quite right! Suddenly, the lights go out, someone screams and there's a victim of foul play. It's a fun-filled evening where everyone has a part to play in solving the whodoneit! Can you discover the killer before s/he strikes again? You don't want to miss this event! It will be an evening you will never forget! The event is open to all – couples or singles – and childcare is available. Dinner and murder is from 7 until 10, February 13, 2015, at The Red Thread Cafe, 301 Market St., Bangor, PA. Space is limited for this special event and reservations are required so don't delay!! To purchase your tickets call 855-INFO-HOPE or send an email to redthreadcafe@gmail.com The price is $10 per person. St. Peter's Oldies Dance The St. Peter’s Oldies Dance with Valentine Sweetheart Theme, sponsored by the St. Peter’s Scholarship Committee, will be held from 6-10:30 pm Saturday February 13 at the Blue Valley Farm Show
The Cost is $23.00 per person - BYOB Doors open at 5:00 PM. Includes: Ham, Turkey, Filling, Sides, Veggies, Desserts Non -Alcoholic Beverages Music by DJ Steve Anthony. Tickets please call: Bernie & Jackie Brinker 610-588-2101 St. Peter’s Church Office 610-863-8659 PLEASE BRING A NON-PERISHABLE ALONG AND IT WILL BE DONATED TO OUR LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES Sponsors: Dotta Chrysler-Jeep and Thrivent of Northampton County. Roseto Legion Cavatelli Dinner Martocci-Capobianco American Legion Post # 750 is sponsoring a Cavatelli Dinner on Saturday Feb 13...1:00 to 6:00. Call the Post home at 610-588-1371 for tickets. Tickets will also be sold at the door, but pre-purchase is appreciated.
February 14An Old Fashion Valentine's Day The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold its monthly historic presentation on Sunday, February 14, 2016 @ 2:00 PM. Walter Cole and Marc Blau will present an" Old Fashion Valentine's Day: A Look at Love through the Oral History Interviews". Mr. Cole and Mr. Blau are retired history teachers from Pen Argyl and Bangor High Schools, respectively and are the chairs for the oral history committee at the Heritage Center. They have collected numerous interviews over the years and will use select passages form the collections to create an afternoon filled with love comparing courtship then and now. All ladies will receive a rose and refreshments will be served.
The event is free (donations are always appreciated) and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, Pa. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. February 15Lenten Study The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church is offering a Lenten Study based on Karen Armstrong's book, "Fields of Blood: Religion and the History of Violence." The sessions will be on Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. beginning February 15, and Wednesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. beginning February 17. For more info. call 610-588-4453, or visit www.ebumc.org.
February 20Ragtime Pancake Breakfast "Back to Before" Pancake Breakfast for Bangor Area High School production of Ragtime. Will be held February 20 from 8am-11am at Bangor Area Middle School.
For tickets to this Family friendly breakfast in advance contact 610-588-3041. Advance tickets: $5 adults, $3 children 5 and under. At door: $7 adults, $5 children 5 and under. Under two is free. February 23Blue Mt. Library Fund Raiser The Blue Mt. Community Library will hold a fund raiser at Cafe on Broadway in Wind Gap from 11am - 7pm, Tuesday, February 23.
February 27Climate Change & ConservationFriday, February 27, 7:00-8:00 PM
Guest speaker Greg Czarnecki, Executive Director of the Wild Resource Conservation Program, will talk about conservation actions we can take that have co-benefits beyond climate change. He will also present the latest information on the current and projected impacts of climate change and what we’re doing to address the issue at DCNR. 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. March 5Project 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 12Young at Art - Expo of Art Camps On Saturday, March 12, 2016, the Lehigh Valley Arts Council will present Young at Art, an expo of arts camps and schools, to assist parents with selecting the appropriate summer class for their child. This inaugural event will be held at Penn State Lehigh Valley, from 9:00am to 2:30pm, and feature thirty exhibitors who offer lessons in the performing, literary, media and visual arts. Free admission to the expo is provided to the public.
Families with children (ages four to eighteen years old) will enjoy meeting the various exhibitors and learning about the artistic opportunities for their aspiring creatives. The day’s festivities will showcase an arts demonstration, performance or activity every 25-minutes so children will have a chance “to try on what kind of artist” they want to be this summer. Eleventh Annual Outdoor Sportsmen’s Dinner The 11th annual Outdoor Sportsmen's Celebration Dinner will be held Saturday March 12 at Trinity Lutheran Church 404 Broadway, Bangor from 6:00 Pm to 8:30 Pm
Traditional Menu plus Specially Prepared Wild Game Dishes to Sample Special Guest Speaker will be Bob Counterman, District Director Pennsylvania Trapper’s Association. Added Special will be a Comedy Monologue by Brian Siegfried Door Prizes and Raffles (Over 100) of Hunting and Fishing Equipment. The cost is Adults - $15 Children under 12 - $6.00 under 5 – Free Call 610-504-7886 or Email Tmarino@leeantenna.com for Tickets Seating Limited to 150, Get Your Tickets Early Proceeds to Benefit the Local Hunger Appeal and Food Bank Come out and Celebrate this Year’s Wild Game Harvest with Food,Fun and Prizes! Bring Your Whole Family for a Great Night Out! 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.
April 8Blue Mt Library Silent AuctionThe Blue Mt. Library will hold its silent Auction April 8. More details later.
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..
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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. Aarp Meeting Monday, February 8, 1:30 P.M. Farkle - Thurs. February 11, 12:15 P.M. Valentine Meal Friday, February 12, 11:30 A.M. Music With Gary Dee Friday, February 12, 12:30 P.M. Center Closed Monday, February 15 - Presidents Day Auction - Thurs, Feb. 18, 12:15 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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