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Bangor senior Mike Martino scored his 1000th career point on this free throw during Bangor's 55-44 win over Saucon Valley in a game played tonight at Bill Pensyl gym. Martino became the 11th player in Bangor basketball his to reach the 1000-career point plateau. He now has 1,005 points. (New photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
ATHLETIC SCHEDULE UPDATEFriday January 22
Pen Argyl Plans For Storm Pen Argyl Borough has declared a snow emergency from Friday at 10:00 P.M. through Noon on Sunday.
Met-Ed Ready For Storm FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) personnel are prepared to respond when the heavy snow and high winds associated with an expected large winter storm impact the eastern part of the country beginning Friday.
Based on current forecasts, Metropolitan Edison in eastern Pennsylvania, and Jersey Central Power & Light in New Jersey are expected to be the most affected by the event. FirstEnergy’s utilities are making plans to staff additional dispatchers and analysts at regional dispatch offices, and are making arrangements to bring in additional line, substation and forestry personnel, as needed, based on the severity of the weather. In addition, equipment and vehicles are being checked to make sure they are ready to operate in heavy snow conditions. Electrical contractors also have been notified they could be required to assist with storm restoration efforts over the next several days. In addition, the company has been in contact with several utility mutual assistance organizations to determine if crews from other utilities would be available to assist, if needed. Customers should never go near a downed power line, even if they think it is no longer carrying electricity. Extra caution should be used in areas where downed lines are tangled in trees or other debris. Motorists are cautioned to treat intersections with inoperable traffic signals as four-way stops. Customers who are without power are encouraged to call 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877) to report their outage or click the “Report Outage” link on www.firstenergycorp.com. In the event of severe weather, customers should immediately report downed wires to their utility or their local police or fire department. FirstEnergy customers also can subscribe to email and text message alert notifications to receive weather alerts in advance of major storms, and updates on scheduled or extended power outages. Customers can also use two-way text messaging to report outages, request updates on restoration efforts, and make other inquiries about their electric accounts. More information about these communications tools is available online at www.firstenergycorp.com/connect. Connect with the companies online at www.firstenergycorp.com, on Twitter @Met_Ed, or on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MetEdElectric. 
Pen Argyl freshman Kristen Freda looks for an open teammate during the game at Pen Argyl Tuesday night. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography.
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Family Fun Night at Jacobsburg Environmental Center
Participants washing off their fish molds.
by Mandy Heard
Slate Belt Town Topics
Jacobsburg Park Family Fun Night is, in fact, a fun and informative evening for all.
A recent event highlighting native Pennsylvania fish was held in the modern Education Center which opened its doors two years ago. With the building being completed park, staff are eager to host educational events for the public. The new building has plenty of space to offer classes and special events.
Ranger Lauren Foster explained that, Family Fun Nights began about one year ago, starting with movie nights with an environmental theme and a related activity. Since the start the rangers have expanded the topics and frequency of the events.
Recently, Ranger Foster greeted and welcomed each of 30 participants. Foster has been a park staff member for four years. The purpose of the night was to learn about Pennsylvania fish and the ancient Japanese art Gyotaku or fish printing. The event was free, thanks to funding from the state parks budget. All that participants needed to do was register online.
When the family fun night began, the classroom-styled room was filled with eager and excited participants. There were approximately 10 families in attendance, with children ranging from 5-13 years in age, accompanied by parents and grandparents. Ranger Foster began a mini lesson on Pennsylvania fish, such as bass and trout. Each table had rubber models of the fish and each participant had a chart with fish to help identify them. Foster then led a discussion of experiences that the audience had with fish and also made a list of habitat needs of fish. The final and most exciting part was when the children learned about Gyotaku, the Japanese art of fish printing.
Gyotaku is the art of applying inks to a fish and transferring the image to paper or another medium.
Kathy Transue brings her grandchildren to Jacobsburg Park events often. When asked what made them attend Fridayís event she said, "They have the nicest family events, itís fun, itís interesting, we love it!"
"The programs are great, age appropriate, they are a win-win." said Kathy, in response to the past experiences she has had with the parkís events.
Kathy also said she brings her grandchildren to the outdoor events as well. "The creeks and surrounding area is fun too."
Marge Klein agreed with all of Kathy's comments, adding that she brings her 3 year old grandchild to the Environmental Center and Park and they loved it.
FMI http://events.dcnr.pa.gov and search for Jacobsburg.
Slate Belt Town Topics
Jacobsburg Park Family Fun Night is, in fact, a fun and informative evening for all.
A recent event highlighting native Pennsylvania fish was held in the modern Education Center which opened its doors two years ago. With the building being completed park, staff are eager to host educational events for the public. The new building has plenty of space to offer classes and special events.
Ranger Lauren Foster explained that, Family Fun Nights began about one year ago, starting with movie nights with an environmental theme and a related activity. Since the start the rangers have expanded the topics and frequency of the events.
Recently, Ranger Foster greeted and welcomed each of 30 participants. Foster has been a park staff member for four years. The purpose of the night was to learn about Pennsylvania fish and the ancient Japanese art Gyotaku or fish printing. The event was free, thanks to funding from the state parks budget. All that participants needed to do was register online.
When the family fun night began, the classroom-styled room was filled with eager and excited participants. There were approximately 10 families in attendance, with children ranging from 5-13 years in age, accompanied by parents and grandparents. Ranger Foster began a mini lesson on Pennsylvania fish, such as bass and trout. Each table had rubber models of the fish and each participant had a chart with fish to help identify them. Foster then led a discussion of experiences that the audience had with fish and also made a list of habitat needs of fish. The final and most exciting part was when the children learned about Gyotaku, the Japanese art of fish printing.
Gyotaku is the art of applying inks to a fish and transferring the image to paper or another medium.
Kathy Transue brings her grandchildren to Jacobsburg Park events often. When asked what made them attend Fridayís event she said, "They have the nicest family events, itís fun, itís interesting, we love it!"
"The programs are great, age appropriate, they are a win-win." said Kathy, in response to the past experiences she has had with the parkís events.
Kathy also said she brings her grandchildren to the outdoor events as well. "The creeks and surrounding area is fun too."
Marge Klein agreed with all of Kathy's comments, adding that she brings her 3 year old grandchild to the Environmental Center and Park and they loved it.
FMI http://events.dcnr.pa.gov and search for Jacobsburg.
Ethan Stout's fish print during Fun Night.
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Megan Kragh proudly shows her artwork
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Cesare 2016 HOBY Recipient
Maria Cesare was chosen as 2016 Pen Argyl’s Greater Federation of Woman’s Club Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership recipient.
She is the daughter of Alison and Tom Cesare. Maria is a sophomore at Pen Argyl High School whose activities include softball and scholastic scrimmage. Out of school she volunteers her time to the Luke Hahn Foundation. She has received outstanding achievement awards in Art, Language Arts, Social Studies and Science. She has placed in the top five of her class and has received the Gold Key Award (1st Place) in the Regional Scholastic Art Competition with Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, and Carbon Counties for a dress made of recycled materials.
Hoby was founded by Actor Hugh O’Brien in 1958. The award is given annually to deserving sophomores across the nation. Hoby’s mission is to seek out and develop leadership potential in youth and to encourage and prepare the next generation for America’s future
She is the daughter of Alison and Tom Cesare. Maria is a sophomore at Pen Argyl High School whose activities include softball and scholastic scrimmage. Out of school she volunteers her time to the Luke Hahn Foundation. She has received outstanding achievement awards in Art, Language Arts, Social Studies and Science. She has placed in the top five of her class and has received the Gold Key Award (1st Place) in the Regional Scholastic Art Competition with Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, and Carbon Counties for a dress made of recycled materials.
Hoby was founded by Actor Hugh O’Brien in 1958. The award is given annually to deserving sophomores across the nation. Hoby’s mission is to seek out and develop leadership potential in youth and to encourage and prepare the next generation for America’s future
Pen Argyl's Kelly O'Brien (13) takes a shot during the game Tuesday night at Pen Argyl. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography.
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.
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.
Introduction to Snowshoeing
Friday, 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.
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.
Troop 38 Visits Nursing Home
Over the holidays, Boy Scout Troop 38 of Bangor visited the Slate Belt Nursing Home. The scouts, leaders and their families went up and down the halls caroling and chatting with residents.
It's one of many community services that Troop 38 does year around.
Troop 38 meets every Tuesday at 7pm at the Bangor VFW. If your son is interested in scouting, please contact the scoutmaster at tom_menhennitt@yahoo.com.
It's one of many community services that Troop 38 does year around.
Troop 38 meets every Tuesday at 7pm at the Bangor VFW. If your son is interested in scouting, please contact the scoutmaster at tom_menhennitt@yahoo.com.
Residents in front row (left to right): Carmella Ducharme, Mary Correll, Mavis Lang.
Penn Dot Issues Reminder to Keep Snow off Roadways
With the winter season in full swing, PennDOT is reminding residents of guidelines for shoveling or plowing snow around state-owned roadways to help ensure safe travel through the season.
Maintaining safe and passable roads is PennDOT’s top priority when dealing with winter weather. To help meet that need, PennDOT urges residents to not shovel snow onto state roads that have already been plowed. Snow should not be shoveled onto any roadway as this can increase the potential for crashes, and property owners can be held liable for any resulting crashes.
State law requires citizens to use and maintain their property in ways that avoid creating hazardous road conditions for others, including not obstructing highway lanes and drainage facilities with snow and ice. Fines can be as high as several hundred dollars.
PennDOT offers the following guidelines for shoveling or plowing snow on property adjacent to state-owned roadways:
• Snow should be shoveled or plowed to the right side of the driveway as you are facing the intersecting roadway. By piling the snow away from the oncoming direction of the snow plows, the snow will not be pushed back onto the driveway.
• Eliminate snow piles at the property entrance whenever possible. High accumulations of snow can obstruct the vision of motorists, posing a safety hazard.
• Do not push snow onto roadways at any time. This creates a hazardous condition for all vehicles.
For more winter driving tips and information on how PennDOT treats winter storms, visit www.penndot.gov/winter.
Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions on 2,900 miles, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 770 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAAllentown.
Maintaining safe and passable roads is PennDOT’s top priority when dealing with winter weather. To help meet that need, PennDOT urges residents to not shovel snow onto state roads that have already been plowed. Snow should not be shoveled onto any roadway as this can increase the potential for crashes, and property owners can be held liable for any resulting crashes.
State law requires citizens to use and maintain their property in ways that avoid creating hazardous road conditions for others, including not obstructing highway lanes and drainage facilities with snow and ice. Fines can be as high as several hundred dollars.
PennDOT offers the following guidelines for shoveling or plowing snow on property adjacent to state-owned roadways:
• Snow should be shoveled or plowed to the right side of the driveway as you are facing the intersecting roadway. By piling the snow away from the oncoming direction of the snow plows, the snow will not be pushed back onto the driveway.
• Eliminate snow piles at the property entrance whenever possible. High accumulations of snow can obstruct the vision of motorists, posing a safety hazard.
• Do not push snow onto roadways at any time. This creates a hazardous condition for all vehicles.
For more winter driving tips and information on how PennDOT treats winter storms, visit www.penndot.gov/winter.
Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions on 2,900 miles, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 770 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAAllentown.
AUTOMOTIVE...
Maintain Your Vehicle During
Winter Months
(BPT) - Ice, rain, snow and freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on your car. To keep your family safe on the slippery roads this winter, it's important to take a few simple winterization steps.
According to the International Carwash Association, proper maintenance can also go a long way in helping preserve the investment in your vehicle. Follow these five tips to keep your vehicle in top shape throughout the winter weather:
1. Switch engine oil: Oil lubricates the engine so it can function properly, but not all automobile oil is the same. If you live in a cold climate, consider switching to a thinner, less viscous oil. For example, a 10W-30 might be ideal for hot summer weather, but a thicker 5W-30 is better for when temperatures dip below freezing. Ask your auto mechanic what is recommended and refer to the manufacturer's manual for more insight.
2. Maintain a car wash routine: Due to the presence of ice, salt and sand on the roads, washing your vehicle in the winter is even more important than the summer. Getting a car wash and a fresh coat of wax before the temperature begins to drop can be your first line of defense against winter elements. Vehicular corrosion occurs most quickly when the temperature rises and falls below freezing. The International Carwash Association recommends finding a car wash that is part of the WaterSavers program. There are more than 1,500 environmentally friendly car washes worldwide enrolled in the program that meet water quality and usage standards. These car washes use 40 gallons (151.5 liters) or less of fresh water per car. Find a participating car wash near you by visiting www.washwithwatersavers.com.
3. Check the battery: Cold weather can take a toll on your car’s battery. Before you get stranded, give your battery a once-over to make sure it's in tip-top shape. Check the cables, terminals and fluid and look for anything abnormal. Some battery retailers will conduct a complementary car battery assessment if you'd prefer an expert analysis.
4. Update engine coolant: Just because it's chilly doesn't mean your engine can't overheat. To protect your engine against corrosion and to help ensure it doesn't overheat, ask your car technician to change to a coolant with ethylene glycol which has antifreeze properties. While replacing coolants, ask the technician to make sure all fluids are topped off, including window washer solution.
5. Get a grip on tire safety: If you live in an area where winter means driving in snow and ice, it's critical to check your tires to keep you and your passengers safe. Each tire should have an adequate amount of tread to properly grip the road. You can easily see if new tires are needed with the penny test — hold a penny head down in the center tread. If you see the top of Lincoln's head, you have less than 2/32-inch tread and it's time for new tires. Also be sure to your tires are properly inflated to ensure optimum handling, safety, and fuel efficiency.
Taking the time to properly winterize your car not only ensures the comfort and safety of you and your family but also helps you maintain the value of your car for many winters to come.
For more information visit www.washwithwatersavers.com
According to the International Carwash Association, proper maintenance can also go a long way in helping preserve the investment in your vehicle. Follow these five tips to keep your vehicle in top shape throughout the winter weather:
1. Switch engine oil: Oil lubricates the engine so it can function properly, but not all automobile oil is the same. If you live in a cold climate, consider switching to a thinner, less viscous oil. For example, a 10W-30 might be ideal for hot summer weather, but a thicker 5W-30 is better for when temperatures dip below freezing. Ask your auto mechanic what is recommended and refer to the manufacturer's manual for more insight.
2. Maintain a car wash routine: Due to the presence of ice, salt and sand on the roads, washing your vehicle in the winter is even more important than the summer. Getting a car wash and a fresh coat of wax before the temperature begins to drop can be your first line of defense against winter elements. Vehicular corrosion occurs most quickly when the temperature rises and falls below freezing. The International Carwash Association recommends finding a car wash that is part of the WaterSavers program. There are more than 1,500 environmentally friendly car washes worldwide enrolled in the program that meet water quality and usage standards. These car washes use 40 gallons (151.5 liters) or less of fresh water per car. Find a participating car wash near you by visiting www.washwithwatersavers.com.
3. Check the battery: Cold weather can take a toll on your car’s battery. Before you get stranded, give your battery a once-over to make sure it's in tip-top shape. Check the cables, terminals and fluid and look for anything abnormal. Some battery retailers will conduct a complementary car battery assessment if you'd prefer an expert analysis.
4. Update engine coolant: Just because it's chilly doesn't mean your engine can't overheat. To protect your engine against corrosion and to help ensure it doesn't overheat, ask your car technician to change to a coolant with ethylene glycol which has antifreeze properties. While replacing coolants, ask the technician to make sure all fluids are topped off, including window washer solution.
5. Get a grip on tire safety: If you live in an area where winter means driving in snow and ice, it's critical to check your tires to keep you and your passengers safe. Each tire should have an adequate amount of tread to properly grip the road. You can easily see if new tires are needed with the penny test — hold a penny head down in the center tread. If you see the top of Lincoln's head, you have less than 2/32-inch tread and it's time for new tires. Also be sure to your tires are properly inflated to ensure optimum handling, safety, and fuel efficiency.
Taking the time to properly winterize your car not only ensures the comfort and safety of you and your family but also helps you maintain the value of your car for many winters to come.
For more information visit www.washwithwatersavers.com
New Polls and Results of Previous Polls
We have ended our most recent polls and added three more.
Our poll question regarding your choice of New Year's resolutions yielded 26% wanted to eat less and 26% wanted to exercise more often and 17% said they wanted to eat a better diet. Our second poll question asked how to improve the Slate Belt. More jobs was chosen by 56% of you followed by 24% wanting more shopping opportunities. Better police protection was selected by 12%, and better roads 8%. Donald Trump garnered 68% versus Hilary Clinton in our presidential poll.
Our new polls are listed below.
Our poll question regarding your choice of New Year's resolutions yielded 26% wanted to eat less and 26% wanted to exercise more often and 17% said they wanted to eat a better diet. Our second poll question asked how to improve the Slate Belt. More jobs was chosen by 56% of you followed by 24% wanting more shopping opportunities. Better police protection was selected by 12%, and better roads 8%. Donald Trump garnered 68% versus Hilary Clinton in our presidential poll.
Our new polls are listed below.
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Household Tip...
Lemons: Harness the power of citrus to clean your microwave. Cut a lemon in half, squeeze juice into a small bowl of water, add both lemon halves and place in the microwave for five minutes. The fresh scent eliminates cooking odors, and condensation from the steam loosens random splatters that have hardened. Wipe away the loose stains with a damp cloth.
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January 22, 1901 - Queen Victoria of England died after reigning for 64 years, the longest reign in British history, during which England had become the most powerful empire in the world.
January 22, 1905 - Five hundred protesting Russian workers were killed by the troops of Czar Nicholas II in St. Petersburg. The event became known as "Bloody Sunday". January 22, 1943 - During World War II in the Pacific, Japanese resistance ended in New Guinea, resulting in the first land victory of the war for Allied forces. |
January 22
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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Smart Home Upgrades
(BPT) - Kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms are typically the rooms in any home that get the most use, which could also be why homeowners, when surveyed, consistently cite those rooms as the ones they most want to renovate. It makes perfect sense to upgrade the rooms where you spend the most time, but in high-traffic areas, you can’t afford to make changes just for the sake of cosmetics. You want improvements that can enhance your enjoyment of a room and its functionality.
Here are five smart improvements to make in the rooms users of Ranker.com voted as the most popular ones in their homes: kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms and game rooms.
1. Add natural light
Most rooms in the home look better and are more functional in natural light, and more daylight can help reduce the need for artificial light. What’s more, there’s no arguing the positive mental and physical health effects of natural light. Daylight stimulates the body to produce Vitamin D and boosts brain levels of serotonin, which is thought to be associated with positive moods.
Adding skylights is a practical, cost-effective and attractive way to bring more natural light into virtually any room. Remote-controlled, solar-powered fresh-air skylights from Velux America provide not just natural light, but passive ventilation, a real plus in kitchens and baths. Adding solar powered blinds, in designer colors and patterns, increases energy efficiency while giving you total control over the amount of sunlight entering a room through the skylight.
In kitchens, Energy Star-qualified fresh air skylights increase natural light and ventilation without requiring any loss of wall space you could better use for cabinetry. In bathrooms, they provide the perfect combination of privacy and healthful natural light and ventilation.
If you already have older glass or plastic bubble skylights, you can upgrade to the latest solar powered models, plus solar blinds, and receive a 30 percent federal tax credit on the products as well as installation costs. You can even bring more natural light into rooms or areas without direct roof access, like half-baths, closets and hallways, with Sun Tunnel tubular skylights. Visit www.whyskylights.com to learn more.
2. Add organization/storage
Clutter and chaos not only make a room function less efficiently, it can impact your mood as well. Adding organization and storage to rooms where clutter typically collects — such as bedrooms, living rooms and game rooms — is an easy, cost-effective way to improve the function of the room and how you feel about spending time in it.
In bedrooms, maximize closet space by installing organization units. A variety of manufacturers offer ready-made units you can install yourself. Or, for a bit more investment, you can have a professional closet organizer custom-make a unit to fit your space and needs. In living rooms and game rooms, built-in shelving and cabinetry is a functional and beautiful way to improve organization.
3. Improve ventilation
Air flow is critical to the health of your home and everyone who lives in it. Ventilation in kitchens and bathrooms carries away excess moisture that can cause mold and mildew, and creates a fresher, more healthful environment by exhausting stale indoor air.
Bathrooms should be equipped with exhaust fans, and kitchen hoods should vent to the exterior of your home whenever possible. You can further improve ventilation by installing Energy Star-qualified, solar-powered fresh-air skylights, like those made by Velux. Because these skylights open, they provide passive ventilation to allow stale indoor air to escape and admit fresh air. A sensor operates a motor to close the skylights automatically in case of rain.
4. Replace older, inefficient fixtures and appliances
Fixtures and appliances are key elements of kitchens and bathrooms. Older ones not only look dated and shabby, they can cost you money because they use more electricity and water than newer, more efficient models.
Replacing old faucets, shower heads, dishwashers and washing machines with newer models that use less water can reduce your water bill and give kitchens and bathrooms a whole new look. Energy Star-qualified appliances such as stoves, clothes dryers, refrigerators and washers also use less electricity than older appliances, so you can also lower your energy bills.
5. Freshen the foundations
Every room benefits from a good foundation, and that doesn’t just mean sturdy flooring. Wall color, flooring materials and trim are fundamental elements in any room. Simply repainting walls and woodwork can completely change the way any room looks. Or, if you like the colors you have, a fresh coat in the same color will make the room look brighter and newer. Replacing worn carpeting or dated tiles, or refinishing a hardwood floor are also great ways to improve the foundations of any room.
Here are five smart improvements to make in the rooms users of Ranker.com voted as the most popular ones in their homes: kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms and game rooms.
1. Add natural light
Most rooms in the home look better and are more functional in natural light, and more daylight can help reduce the need for artificial light. What’s more, there’s no arguing the positive mental and physical health effects of natural light. Daylight stimulates the body to produce Vitamin D and boosts brain levels of serotonin, which is thought to be associated with positive moods.
Adding skylights is a practical, cost-effective and attractive way to bring more natural light into virtually any room. Remote-controlled, solar-powered fresh-air skylights from Velux America provide not just natural light, but passive ventilation, a real plus in kitchens and baths. Adding solar powered blinds, in designer colors and patterns, increases energy efficiency while giving you total control over the amount of sunlight entering a room through the skylight.
In kitchens, Energy Star-qualified fresh air skylights increase natural light and ventilation without requiring any loss of wall space you could better use for cabinetry. In bathrooms, they provide the perfect combination of privacy and healthful natural light and ventilation.
If you already have older glass or plastic bubble skylights, you can upgrade to the latest solar powered models, plus solar blinds, and receive a 30 percent federal tax credit on the products as well as installation costs. You can even bring more natural light into rooms or areas without direct roof access, like half-baths, closets and hallways, with Sun Tunnel tubular skylights. Visit www.whyskylights.com to learn more.
2. Add organization/storage
Clutter and chaos not only make a room function less efficiently, it can impact your mood as well. Adding organization and storage to rooms where clutter typically collects — such as bedrooms, living rooms and game rooms — is an easy, cost-effective way to improve the function of the room and how you feel about spending time in it.
In bedrooms, maximize closet space by installing organization units. A variety of manufacturers offer ready-made units you can install yourself. Or, for a bit more investment, you can have a professional closet organizer custom-make a unit to fit your space and needs. In living rooms and game rooms, built-in shelving and cabinetry is a functional and beautiful way to improve organization.
3. Improve ventilation
Air flow is critical to the health of your home and everyone who lives in it. Ventilation in kitchens and bathrooms carries away excess moisture that can cause mold and mildew, and creates a fresher, more healthful environment by exhausting stale indoor air.
Bathrooms should be equipped with exhaust fans, and kitchen hoods should vent to the exterior of your home whenever possible. You can further improve ventilation by installing Energy Star-qualified, solar-powered fresh-air skylights, like those made by Velux. Because these skylights open, they provide passive ventilation to allow stale indoor air to escape and admit fresh air. A sensor operates a motor to close the skylights automatically in case of rain.
4. Replace older, inefficient fixtures and appliances
Fixtures and appliances are key elements of kitchens and bathrooms. Older ones not only look dated and shabby, they can cost you money because they use more electricity and water than newer, more efficient models.
Replacing old faucets, shower heads, dishwashers and washing machines with newer models that use less water can reduce your water bill and give kitchens and bathrooms a whole new look. Energy Star-qualified appliances such as stoves, clothes dryers, refrigerators and washers also use less electricity than older appliances, so you can also lower your energy bills.
5. Freshen the foundations
Every room benefits from a good foundation, and that doesn’t just mean sturdy flooring. Wall color, flooring materials and trim are fundamental elements in any room. Simply repainting walls and woodwork can completely change the way any room looks. Or, if you like the colors you have, a fresh coat in the same color will make the room look brighter and newer. Replacing worn carpeting or dated tiles, or refinishing a hardwood floor are also great ways to improve the foundations of any room.
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Kung Fu Panda in Taiwan
TAIPEI, Taiwan, (UPI) -- A giant panda at a Taiwan zoo has been dubbed "Kung-Fu Panda" after showing off climbing skills and energy levels rivaling her animated counterpart. Yuan-Zai, a giant panda at the Taipei Zoo, was recorded Wednesday showing off speed and energy that runs counter to the stereotype of pandas as slow, lazy creatures.
The video shows the panda quickly scaling the equipment in her enclosure to pay with toys that dangle from the ceiling.
The display goes on for minutes, with Yuan-Zai climbing in different areas of her enclosure to reach different toys.
Witnesses dubbed the busy-body bear "Kung-Fu Panda."
The video shows the panda quickly scaling the equipment in her enclosure to pay with toys that dangle from the ceiling.
The display goes on for minutes, with Yuan-Zai climbing in different areas of her enclosure to reach different toys.
Witnesses dubbed the busy-body bear "Kung-Fu Panda."
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF JANUARY 18
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.
Church Road (Plainfield Twp)
Between Delabole Road AND Broadway Street will experience delays and lane restriction January 19-20 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Zucksville Road (Forks Twsp)
Between Bushkill Drive AND Sullivan Trail will experience delays and lane restriction January 22 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 33
Ramps at PA 248 will experience delays and lane restriction January 22 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Pen Argyl - Bangor
DeFranco Vets Program
Bangor - Pen Argyl FH
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 Park Vets
Pen Argyl Honor Society
Rain Gutter Regatta
Bangor Chorus Concert
Bangor - Wilson
Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot
Bangor - Northwestern
Bangor - Moravian Academy
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Bangor - Pen Argyl
UMBT Skills & Drills
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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Bandorama
Young At Hearts Vets
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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Ahner Worshipful Master
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Spine Stimulation Therapy
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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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Buon Natale
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Recovery Revolution
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Family First Gifts
Night of Light
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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 Hiking Poles Available at JacobsburgWhen: January, Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM-2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg’s trails this winter! Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, usually at least five inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check their website at jacobsburgsp@pa.gov for current winter conditions and snow depth. 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. County Dog Licenses The Northampton County Treasurer’s Office is informing all dog owners that 2016 annual dog licenses are now available online, by mail or in-person to county residents. Licenses must be renewed each year by Jan. 1 no matter when you purchased your previous year’s dog license. Licenses are valid from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 of each year.
You may choose to apply for your 2016 dog license online at www.padoglicense.com There is a $2 service fee per license online. Your dog’s license will be mailed to you by the County Treasurer’s office within two to four business days. Licenses are also available 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the County Treasurer’s office. If applying by mail, send a completed dog application with the proper fee and signed by the dog owner with a check made payable to County of Northampton, 669 Washington St., Easton, PA 18042. Further information about 2016 Dog Licenses can be found online at www.northamptoncounty.org or by calling the Treasurer’s office at 610-829-6186. Property Tax Relief If you live in the Bangor Area, Easton Area or Nazareth Area School District, you may be eligible for property tax relief under a program run by the individual school district. For more information, please visit , RepEmrick.com, and go to “Property Tax Relief” on the left navigation bar.
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January 25NCC to Offer RN and LPN Review Course Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer review classes for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) starting in January. Participants will review basic nursing knowledge and learn about recent technological advances. The course includes a skills lab and lectures and will be especially helpful for graduates preparing for the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Examination).
Classes will be held on Mondays, January 25 through May 2, from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. Skills labs will be held on Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and February 21 and 22. The fee for the RN review is $900 plus $50 materials fee. For the LPN review, the fee is $700 plus $50 materials fee. To register, visit www.northampton.edu/LifeLearn. For more information, call 610-332-6585 or e-mail healthcare@northampton.edu. January 28Slate Belt Visioning Session There will be a Visioning Session on Thursday, January 28 at Weona Park Community Center at 7 P.M. This is an event to identify Wind Gap, Pen Argyl, Bangor, and Portland as the town centers and hubs of the ten municipalities of the Slate Belt and its recreational and economic drivers. This could serve as the catalyst of unified promotion and capitalization of the boroughs’ combined and shared story of historical roots,heritage; traditional and evolving culture; and authentic community experiences in the downtowns. Please come out and start to shape the future of our downtowns
January 29Columcille's Annual Women's Retreat Weekend The Columcille will be hosting their Annual Women's Retreat at the Kirkridge Farmhouse from January 29th - January 31st.
Keeping with tradition, the Women of Columcille invite you to come celebrate and honor their beloved Brighid, Goddess of Fire and Water. It is also that time of year when life slowly begins to flow and move underneath. It is the return of 'Light', the beginning of Spring also known as Imbolc 'flowing of ewe's milk' when it was all agrarian society. Celebrate and prepare for the return of 'Light' once again through ceremony, song, ritual and camaraderie of all your Sisters or just take 'me' time, walk the land, meditate and reflect! You must registration by January 24th. For full information on the retreat and registration information please visit www.columcille.org January 30Eagle Watching Along the DelawareWhen: Saturday, January 30, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
The upper Delaware River is one of the best places in the east to observe wintering Bald Eagles. Join us for this trip as we venture up along the river in the scenic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area from Arrow Island to Milford in search of these magnificent birds. Golden Eagles have also been observed on these trips in the past. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required. Limited van transportation is available for first time participants. You can view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. February 4Valentine's 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. 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. 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 13St. 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 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 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. 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.
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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. JANUARY SCHEDULE Meal Reservations - please call by 10:00 am. one day prior before the meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 am
Looking for volunteers - to help plan/set up for parties & special events Pool Tables are available every morning and Tuesday and Friday afternoons Craft& Chat - Tuesdays 9:00 am. Zumba Gold W/janis - Tuesdays 10:00 am. Brush Away with Senior Artists - Wednesdays 8:00-11:00 am. Afternoon with the Arts - Thursdays 12:15 pm Happy New Year - (Center Will Be Closed) January 1, 2016 Poker - Thursday, January 7, 12:15 pm. Card Club - Friday, January 8, 12:15-3:00 pm Aarp Meeting - Monday, January 11, 1:30 pm. Dance Performance - Wednesday, January 13, 3:00-4:00 pm Baseball - Thurs January 14, 10 am. Cooking Demonstration - Friday, January 15, 1:30 pm. Closed - Monday, January 18 The Blues - Wednesday January 20, 10:00 am. Poker - Thursday, January 21, 12:15 pm Bunco - Fri. January 22, 10:00 am. Winter Pictionary - Friday, January 22, 12:15 pm The Blues - Wednesday, January 27, 10:00 am. Farkle - Thurs January 28, 12:15 pm. Start of Baby Face - (For Information See Joan Shafer) Friday, January 29 Comedy Open Mic - Friday, January 29, 12:15 pm New Books at
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