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Lemon Juice and Baking Powder: Combat mold and mildew on tiles and shower curtains with a paste of equal parts lemon juice and baking powder. Spread on the mixture, leave for two hours, then rinse.
REAL ESTATE...
Understanding the Millennial Home
(BPT) - For years, consumer buying power and purchasing trends have focused around baby boomers. However, within the past several years, the spotlight has shifted to the 80-plus million Americans between the ages of 25 and 34 known as millennials. Now the largest demographic group in history, this generation is undoubtedly the most studied. Significant research findings, speculations and predictions about shopping habits and motivators are driving the world to cater to this influential group.
Home ownership is one example. Many speculate millennials aren't interested in, or in a position to buy a home because they're strapped with student loans and a tightened job market. While much of that is true, research paints a different overall picture. In fact, in many U.S. cities, millennials make up half or more of home purchasers (many of them first-time home buyers), according to a recent study by Realtor.com and reported by Bloomberg.
So what are millennials looking for in their home? According to the recent Responsive Home initiative conducted by Builder Magazine, TRI Pointe Group (Pardee Homes) and partners such as Danze, Inc., several priorities rose to the top of their "must have" list when purchasing or building a home:
* Ability to maximize all spaces within the home (efficient, creative storage)
* Urban conveniences in suburban settings (able to walk to parks and schools)
* Plentiful outdoor space, including an outdoor kitchen when possible
* Customizable floor plans (i.e., ability to have a nanny or mother-in-law suite with kitchenette and more)
* Elements with high design that offer functionality and value
"There's no doubt this generation is very design savvy and has outstanding taste," says Sharon Overby, vice president of Danze, Inc. "We were excited to be part of the Responsive Home project. Our kitchen and bath faucets, shower systems, bath accessories and others play well with the design-functionality-value ratio."
Among the unique design aspects was the use of satin black as a finish throughout many of the bathrooms. Showerheads, faucets and accessories were often mounted on white subway tile (grouted in black) for a fun, impactful style.
In one of the kitchens, Responsive Home Creative Director Bobby Berk paired a white farmhouse sink with a Danze pull-down faucet in a tumbled bronze finish. The juxtaposition of mixing and matching elements such as these are at the heart of millennial style.
Outdoor living has proven to be a hot button for many buyers, including these 25-34-year-olds. The Responsive Home project featured unique use of outdoor space that showcased sunken sitting areas surrounded by beautiful gardens and water features, various applications of large-screen TVs and, of course, fully functional beautiful outdoor kitchens.
"The Danze line is a great match for this set of home buyers, whether they're building new or fixing up an existing home," adds Overby. "We've proven that eye-catching design and value-focused pricing can co-exist in kitchen and bath products, which are often a big aspect to the personality and style of a home."
For more information about the Danze product line, visit www.danze.com.
Home ownership is one example. Many speculate millennials aren't interested in, or in a position to buy a home because they're strapped with student loans and a tightened job market. While much of that is true, research paints a different overall picture. In fact, in many U.S. cities, millennials make up half or more of home purchasers (many of them first-time home buyers), according to a recent study by Realtor.com and reported by Bloomberg.
So what are millennials looking for in their home? According to the recent Responsive Home initiative conducted by Builder Magazine, TRI Pointe Group (Pardee Homes) and partners such as Danze, Inc., several priorities rose to the top of their "must have" list when purchasing or building a home:
* Ability to maximize all spaces within the home (efficient, creative storage)
* Urban conveniences in suburban settings (able to walk to parks and schools)
* Plentiful outdoor space, including an outdoor kitchen when possible
* Customizable floor plans (i.e., ability to have a nanny or mother-in-law suite with kitchenette and more)
* Elements with high design that offer functionality and value
"There's no doubt this generation is very design savvy and has outstanding taste," says Sharon Overby, vice president of Danze, Inc. "We were excited to be part of the Responsive Home project. Our kitchen and bath faucets, shower systems, bath accessories and others play well with the design-functionality-value ratio."
Among the unique design aspects was the use of satin black as a finish throughout many of the bathrooms. Showerheads, faucets and accessories were often mounted on white subway tile (grouted in black) for a fun, impactful style.
In one of the kitchens, Responsive Home Creative Director Bobby Berk paired a white farmhouse sink with a Danze pull-down faucet in a tumbled bronze finish. The juxtaposition of mixing and matching elements such as these are at the heart of millennial style.
Outdoor living has proven to be a hot button for many buyers, including these 25-34-year-olds. The Responsive Home project featured unique use of outdoor space that showcased sunken sitting areas surrounded by beautiful gardens and water features, various applications of large-screen TVs and, of course, fully functional beautiful outdoor kitchens.
"The Danze line is a great match for this set of home buyers, whether they're building new or fixing up an existing home," adds Overby. "We've proven that eye-catching design and value-focused pricing can co-exist in kitchen and bath products, which are often a big aspect to the personality and style of a home."
For more information about the Danze product line, visit www.danze.com.
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February 5, 1917 - The new constitution of Mexico, allowing for sweeping social changes, was adopted.
February 5, 816 Frankish emperor Louis grants archbishop Salzburg immunity February 5, 2000 – Russian forces massacre at least 60 civilians in the Novye Aldi suburb of Grozny, Chechnya. February 5, 1988 – Manuel Noriega indicted on drug smuggling and money laundering charges. February 5, 1971 – Astronauts land on the moon in the Apollo 14 mission. |
February 5
Connections for Women - Hopesprings, Market St., Bangor 10am - 1pm.
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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Freshen Your Home With This
Simple Ingredient
(BPT) - With the holiday season in full swing and family and friends visiting from places near and far, you’ll have a checklist full of things to do. Don’t forget to freshen up your house before guests arrive and keep it simple with one ingredient you might already have in your pantry.
Baking soda helps easily freshen and clean nearly every room in your home. From carpets and upholstery to kitchen sinks or shower curtains, baking soda can rejuvenate your space without draining your wallet.
Room by room, here are some of the many ways that baking soda can freshen your home this holiday season:
In the kitchen:
* Clean your food prep area and tools with natural, food safe ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda instead of harsh cleaners. Sprinkle baking soda onto a damp sponge or cloth and then clean, rinse and dry the area. This is great for counters, stainless steel sinks, cutting boards, microwaves, ovens, and range hoods.
* What goes down sometimes comes back up. To deodorize your drains and garbage disposal and keep lingering odors from resurfacing, pour baking soda down the drain while running warm tap water.
* Be sure to keep an open box of baking soda in your refrigerator to help everything taste fresh. Change the box once a month for optimal freshness.
In the living room:
* Freshen up sofas and chairs by sprinkling ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda on upholstery. Wait 15 minutes before vacuuming the surface. You can also use this trick to deodorize your carpets.
* Don’t let your pets play fetch with chemicals. Clean plastic and rubber pet toys safely by washing in a solution of baking soda and warm water. Scatter baking soda on dry pet beds or furry toys and wait 15 minutes before vacuuming the unpleasant smells away.
In the dining room:
* Clean and deodorize spills on carpets by soaking up as much of the spill as possible. Clean the stain according to the carpet manufacturer’s directions and allow it to dry. Then, sprinkle on some baking soda and let it sit before vacuuming it away.
* Baking soda can polish silver in no time. Before your guests arrive for dinner, make a natural cleaning paste with three parts ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda, and one part water. Gently rub the solution onto the silver with a clean cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry for shining flatware.
In the bathroom:
* Remove the dirt and grime from bathroom tiles and no-wax floors with this easy solution. Mix 1/2-cup baking soda in a bucket of warm water, then mop and rinse for a clean, sparkling floor.
* Clean and deodorize your vinyl shower curtain by sprinkling baking soda on a damp sponge or brush. Scrub the curtain, rinse and hang it up to dry.
* Keep fresh towels on hand for guests. To get them at their cleanest, add one cup of baking soda to your laundry to make liquid detergent work harder. A better balance of pH in the wash will get clothes cleaner, fresher and brighter.
Baking soda helps easily freshen and clean nearly every room in your home. From carpets and upholstery to kitchen sinks or shower curtains, baking soda can rejuvenate your space without draining your wallet.
Room by room, here are some of the many ways that baking soda can freshen your home this holiday season:
In the kitchen:
* Clean your food prep area and tools with natural, food safe ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda instead of harsh cleaners. Sprinkle baking soda onto a damp sponge or cloth and then clean, rinse and dry the area. This is great for counters, stainless steel sinks, cutting boards, microwaves, ovens, and range hoods.
* What goes down sometimes comes back up. To deodorize your drains and garbage disposal and keep lingering odors from resurfacing, pour baking soda down the drain while running warm tap water.
* Be sure to keep an open box of baking soda in your refrigerator to help everything taste fresh. Change the box once a month for optimal freshness.
In the living room:
* Freshen up sofas and chairs by sprinkling ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda on upholstery. Wait 15 minutes before vacuuming the surface. You can also use this trick to deodorize your carpets.
* Don’t let your pets play fetch with chemicals. Clean plastic and rubber pet toys safely by washing in a solution of baking soda and warm water. Scatter baking soda on dry pet beds or furry toys and wait 15 minutes before vacuuming the unpleasant smells away.
In the dining room:
* Clean and deodorize spills on carpets by soaking up as much of the spill as possible. Clean the stain according to the carpet manufacturer’s directions and allow it to dry. Then, sprinkle on some baking soda and let it sit before vacuuming it away.
* Baking soda can polish silver in no time. Before your guests arrive for dinner, make a natural cleaning paste with three parts ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda, and one part water. Gently rub the solution onto the silver with a clean cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry for shining flatware.
In the bathroom:
* Remove the dirt and grime from bathroom tiles and no-wax floors with this easy solution. Mix 1/2-cup baking soda in a bucket of warm water, then mop and rinse for a clean, sparkling floor.
* Clean and deodorize your vinyl shower curtain by sprinkling baking soda on a damp sponge or brush. Scrub the curtain, rinse and hang it up to dry.
* Keep fresh towels on hand for guests. To get them at their cleanest, add one cup of baking soda to your laundry to make liquid detergent work harder. A better balance of pH in the wash will get clothes cleaner, fresher and brighter.
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Tokyo Zoo Escape Drill
TOKYO, (UPI) -- A Tokyo zoo dressed an employee in a cartoonish zebra costume to allow zookeepers to practice recapturing a panicked animal. The Ueno Zoo held an escape drill Tuesday that involved a fictional earthquake freeing a zebra -- actually 27-year-old Yumi Tamura in a mascot-style zebra costume-- from its enclosure.
The scenario included an employee being faux-injured while another suffered a simulated heart attack.
Video of the drill shows the fake zebra being surrounded by zookeepers before being subdued with a simulated tranquilizer gun and loaded onto a pickup truck.
Similar escape drills are common at Japanese zoos, with the Tama Zoological Park holding a simulated escape last year with an employee dressed in a leopard costume.
The scenario included an employee being faux-injured while another suffered a simulated heart attack.
Video of the drill shows the fake zebra being surrounded by zookeepers before being subdued with a simulated tranquilizer gun and loaded onto a pickup truck.
Similar escape drills are common at Japanese zoos, with the Tama Zoological Park holding a simulated escape last year with an employee dressed in a leopard costume.
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. 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.
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 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/.
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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 10
February 11NCC 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. 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 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. Valentines 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.
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. Sixth Annual "Sweets and Treats"
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Climate 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. Polar Plunge Fund Raiser for Camp Papillon A Polar plunger benefitting Camp Papillon will be held Saturday, February 27 at 12 noon at Camp Papillon Animal Shelter, 126 Brainerd Lane, Stroudsburg, PA
Eric German is at it again organizing the Polar Plunge to help homeless animals, and bring awareness to animals who are chained out in the cold. Eric raised over $5000 to help homeless, neglected and abused animals. Please support this worthwhile cause to raise much needed funds. Join Eric and friends at noon on Saturday, February 27 at Camp Papillon Animal Shelter property. Kat of Willow Tree Inn of Stroudsburg is graciously catering lunch at the Camp Volunteer Recreation Room. After a hot lunch, you will jump in the pond located on our property. All jumpers will need a sponsorship of $100 (or more) to JUMP! Please support Eric by donating to the Camp Papillon Polar Plunge. Checks may be mailed to Camp Papillon, 128 Brainerd Lane, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, or through our Paypal account at www.CampPapillon.org. Visit our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/camppapillon/ |
February 28
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/
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 5
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.
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 12
Young 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 13
Slate 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 19
Egg Hunt for Relay for Life
A community egg hunt will held Saturday March 19 at 3:00pm to beneift 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.n Reinhart.
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.n Reinhart.
April 8
Blue Mt Library Silent Auction
The Blue Mt. Library will hold its silent Auction April 8. More details later.
April 21
Quiet 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..
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..
May 1
UMBT 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.
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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.
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
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.
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
Blue Mt. Community Library
(None Submitted Recently)
New Books at
Bangor Public Library
Adult Fiction
Bohjalian, Chris: The Guest Room
Fluke, Joanne: Double Fudge Brownie Murder
Jackson, Lisa: After She’s Gone
Kava, Alex: Breaking Creed
Silent Creed: Kubica, Mary
Pretty Baby: Neggers, Carl
Secrets of the Lost Summer; Punke, Michael
The revenant; Rosenfelt, David
Blackout: Steel, Danielle
Precious Gifts: Woods, Stuart
Adult Non Fiction
De Botton, Alain: The Pleasures and Sorrows of Work.
Young Adult Fiction
Carlson, Melody: Dark Blue Fools Gold
Walker, Gabrielle: The Tale of the Final Hero.
Audio Books Fiction
Hawkins, Paula: The Girl on the Train.
Audio Books Non Fiction
Goldberg, Whoopi: If Someone says “ You complete me”, Run!
Dvds
Descendants; The Martian.
Bohjalian, Chris: The Guest Room
Fluke, Joanne: Double Fudge Brownie Murder
Jackson, Lisa: After She’s Gone
Kava, Alex: Breaking Creed
Silent Creed: Kubica, Mary
Pretty Baby: Neggers, Carl
Secrets of the Lost Summer; Punke, Michael
The revenant; Rosenfelt, David
Blackout: Steel, Danielle
Precious Gifts: Woods, Stuart
Adult Non Fiction
De Botton, Alain: The Pleasures and Sorrows of Work.
Young Adult Fiction
Carlson, Melody: Dark Blue Fools Gold
Walker, Gabrielle: The Tale of the Final Hero.
Audio Books Fiction
Hawkins, Paula: The Girl on the Train.
Audio Books Non Fiction
Goldberg, Whoopi: If Someone says “ You complete me”, Run!
Dvds
Descendants; The Martian.
Pen Argyl - February 2016
MTD: 1.54 YTD: 4.88 Normal: 3.18
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Date |
Amount |
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Dec. 28 |
.25 |
.25 |
Jan 12 |
.50 |
.75 |
Jan 13 |
.25 |
1.00 |
Jan 23 |
25.00 |
26.00 |