Help Wanted......PUBLISHER'S ASSISTANT - The Slate Belt Town Topics is seeking a part-time person with good interpersonal skills and basic computer skills for the Slate Belt's only daily online paper. Position includes a variety of tasks. Work from home and in the field. Flexible hours. Experience not necessary, but knowledge of social media, news gathering, public relations work, and/or promotional experience would be helpful. Call the Slate Belt Town Topics at 570-688-3724, 610-863-1988 and/or e-mail a letter to sbtopics@rcn.com
SLATE BELT WEATHER JULY 3TODAY - Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. TONIGHT - Patchy fog after 3am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 57. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 
Participants in the Slate Belt Police Academy sponsored by the Slate Belt Regional Police stand and salute a helicopter as it lands. Photo Courtesy Slate Belt Regional Police Facebook
(L-R) Dominic Negron, Tatyanna Pagan and Ben Spearmint perform at a dance recital held at Just Dance Studio in Pen Argyl, Friday. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Free Fishing Day
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Families and friends visiting Pennsylvania’s popular outdoor spots over the Independence Day holiday weekend can enjoy a day of free fishing, thanks to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC).
Monday, July 4, marks the second of two free fishing days in the Commonwealth. The first was on May 29. Fish-for-Free Days allow anyone – residents and non-residents – to legally fish in Pennsylvania without a fishing license. From 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on both days, no fishing license is needed to fish in Pennsylvania's waterways. All other fishing regulations apply. “Fish-for-Free days offer an easy, convenient way to introduce friends and family to the sport of fishing, or to reconnect with the sport if you haven’t fished in some time,” said Steve Kralik, director of the Bureau of Outreach, Education and Marketing. “Many families already spend the day at lakes and parks throughout the state. Now they can try fishing at no cost.” “We know that once people try fishing, especially kids, they will see how much fun it is and will want to fish more often,” he added. To make the fishing experience more convenient, people can borrow equipment from dozens of fishing tackle loaner sites across the state. Many of the sites are right at state parks, which are always a popular place for visitors on the Independence Day weekend. Loaner sites are also available at county parks and some public libraries. More information is available on the PFBC website, which includes interactive maps, regional fishing reports, and tips on fishing fundamentals. Fishing licenses can be purchased online at GoneFishingPa.com. 
Pen Argyl player #3 earns a run during their 6-5 loss to Williams Township in a Babe Ruth Championship game played Wednesday at Weona Park. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Enjoy Family Fishing Enjoy Family Fishing Monday, July 4, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Do you have what it takes to be a S.M.A.R.T. angler? This introductory program includes interactive discussions and hands-on fishing instruction and is geared toward ages 8 to 80. You'll learn basic fishing skills including casting, baiting a hook, knot tying and how to take a fish off of a hook. You're welcome to bring your own poles but equipment and bait will be provided and fishing licenses are not required for the duration of the program. Please note that this program is only open to families that have not attended a Family Fishing Program in the past. 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. Tuesday Tails & Trails Enjoy Tuesday Tails & Trails July 5, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Get some exercise with your canine companion! Jacobsburg’s dog ambassador “Lehigh” will lead the way and demonstrate proper dog walking etiquette in state parks. These guided hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water, dog waste bags, and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs must be on a leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. 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. TGAI WorkshopAUGUST 5
Scagliola Workshop Through August 8, 10 AM to 4 PM, $1200. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 http://tottsgap.org/art/workshops-intensives/scagliola Learn the materials, formulas and processes necessary to create this masterful imitation of marble. Gain a better understanding of this secretive 16th c. technique, from the initial mix to final waxing.. Take a 2nd session to learn the essentials of inlay, creating both geometric and free-form designs on panels prepared in the first session. Accommodations available locally for out-of-state participants. 
Roseto first baseman Hunter Beck swings at a pitch during a 9-6 win over Wind Gap Sunday morning in a game played at Roseto. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Food Truck Festival at Weona Join the Lookout Fire Company #1 and Lukies Fall Festival for the Slate Belt's very first Food Truck Festival starting 11:00am, July 16.
Come to Weona Park with local area food trucks from the Lehigh Valley Mobile Food Truck Alliance, and other local venders for a family fun filled afternoon! Tickets are $15 for Adults (ages 13 and older) and $10 for Children ( ages 3-12) . With each ticket purchased you will receive a $5 coupon to the purchase of food from any of the Food Trucks! Tickets are available for purchase online through eventbrite. Go to this link for tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/slate-belt-mini-food-truck-festival-tickets-24241877107?aff=eac2 This fundraising event will benefit Cure SMA and the Lookout FIre Co. #1 David E Mutton Memorial Scholarship Fund! For more information email us at info@lookoutfireco.com Resort's Casino Trip St. Elizabeth's of Hungary church, Pen Argyl, is sponsoring a trip to the Resort's Casino in Atlantic City on Thursday, July 14th. There are two pick up loctions: the first is the St. Elizabeth's parking lot, leaving by 8:30am; the second is the old St. Joseph's parking lot in Wind Gap, leaving by 8:35am. Stroll the famous boardwalk and enjoy the ocean breeze. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.
Wind Gap's Holden fires to first base during a 9-6 loss to Roseto Sunday morning in a game played at Roseto. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
BAHS School Marching Band Uniform Fund Drive The Bangor Area High School Marching Band uniforms, which are modeled after Her Majesty’s Royal Welsh Guard, pay tribute to the heritage of Bangor, PA. After years of normal wear and tear, the uniforms must be replaced. The new uniforms will continue to use the same style.
The Slater Band Boosters have initiated a fund drive to support this effort. The Boosters will appreciate any donations, small or large, to this cause. The names of contributors will be acknowledged in concert programs during the 2016-2017 school year. Names of contributors at higher levels will be memorialized on a plaque to be displayed in the theater wing of the high school. More information is available at www.bahsbands.weebly.com. Send your tax deductible contributions to: Slater Band Boosters, Uniform Drive c/o Charlie Cole , 608 Shawnee Street, Roseto, PA 18013 
A Pen Argyl player takes a swing at the ball during their 6-5 loss to Williams Township in a Babe Ruth League Championship game played Wednesday at Weona Park. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Can You Believe It?Feral Cat Becomes Friends with Bear
FOLSOM, Calif., (UPI) -- Zookeepers at a California zoo said a feral cat wandering through the zoo in search of food struck up an unexpected friendship with a 550-pound black bear. Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary zookeepers said the cat was first seen a few months ago wandering into the exhibit to partake in the dog food scattered around the enclosure for the bears.
"Every morning we scatter dog food for the bears and she started coming into the exhibit and eating the dog food," Jill Faust, senior lead zoo keeper told KXTV. "Once she started coming in here on a regular basis we started putting food out for her in the morning as well." Senior lead zookeeper Jill Faust said the cat was dubbed Little Bear after workers noticed her shadowing a 550-pound bear named Sequoia. "Sequoia walks right by her, she'll walk right by Sequoia and they'll stay pretty close to each other," Faust said. The zoo said Little Bear seems to ignore the other bears in the zoo, but she has a "special relationship" with Sequoia. It was unclear when Little Bear first moved into Sequoia's enclosure, but photos of the pair enjoying a meal together first emerged on Facebook in January.
Parenting..Maximize Family Time This Summer
(BPT) - Today's modern family juggles a multitude of obligations that keep schedules incredibly busy during the summertime. Parents balance work, errands and housework with sports practices, day camps and music lessons. Fortunately, creating quality time for family doesn't require a lavish vacation or expensive activities. Here are 10 surprisingly simple ideas to help carve out more time for bonding and creating lasting memories with your family.
Read When kids are little, the day often ends with a storybook. When children grow, don't let their love of reading dwindle. Read a chapter from a longer book each day with your elementary-aged child. For older kids, select a book or series and start a family book club. Discuss your pick weekly over a meal or sweet treat. Indulge July is National Ice Cream Month! Enjoy the bonding benefits of enjoying a treat together later in the day by sharing a dessert. Indulge in Jack Nicklaus Ice Cream, created by the golf legend and his wife Barbara - themselves parents of five children and grandparents of 22 - in partnership with The Schwan Food Company. Plus, feel good that this delicious treat supports Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Scoop up some creamy black cherry or chocolate peanut butter swirl and let the conversation flow. Learn more at jacknicklausicecream.com. Volunteer Volunteering is a wonderful family activity that can be done once, or on a more regular schedule. Not only will you teach your kids the importance of giving back to the community, but you'll also instill in them important traits like empathy, understanding and optimism. Play Looking for an outdoor activity that gets you up and moving? Miniature golf is a great option that is adored by kids and kids-at-heart, plus it's an affordable way to spend time together. Look up local courses and head out for some friendly competition - beat the heat and go at night! Reminisce Dig out old family videos and photo albums and go through them with your children. You'll enjoy taking a trip down memory lane, and your kids will enjoy poking fun at your questionable fashion choices of the past. Walk Taking walks with your family is great exercise and an easy way to catch up on life's happenings. Make it an evening ritual. Explore your neighborhood or select new parks in the area within a short distance. Celebrate Celebrations aren't just for birthdays. Small achievements deserve recognition, too. Did someone have a big hit or make a great play at Little League? Make his or her favorite dinner. Did someone complete a scout project? Picnic at the park. Mom landed a new client at work? Create sundaes with Jack Nicklaus Ice Cream and plenty of toppings. Call A crazy schedule leaves little time for keeping in touch with relatives. Stay close to grandparents and other loved ones by designating time to call them together. A phone conversation or video chat session can mean the world to family you rarely see. Listen Give your child your undivided attention once a day. Just 10 minutes, perhaps during breakfast or before bed, shows you care. Let them lead the conversation about how the day went and what they did. You'll learn amazing things about your child when you open your ears. Explore Does your child have a favorite hobby? Get out of your comfort zone and try it together. Whether it's drawing anime, building robots or tap dancing, let your child teach you about the things he or she loves. Plus, you'll demonstrate resilience and willingness to learn.
Health and Beauty...Improve Your Summer Beauty Routine
(BPT) - Whether you are heading to a backyard barbeque or a summer soiree, a healthy, glowing complexion is the best accessory this summer. Everyone knows the drill about proper skin cleansing and moisturizing regimens, however, many women are interfering with their skin health by not taking the same care when it comes to their beauty products. "Keeping skin looking radiant is no small feat," says Stacey Ramstedt, senior director of marketing at Paris Presents Incorporated, a global leader in beauty products and personal care accessories. "Women are careful about the makeup and products they use on their skin, but overlook the importance of maintaining those products for optimal use and skin health."
Are you guilty of these dirty secrets? Mistake 1: Never washing makeup brushes A whopping 43 percent of makeup brush users report they never wash their makeup brushes, according to a 2014 quantitative online survey among 212 makeup brush users. Brushes not only collect makeup residue, but they also hold dirt, oil and other impurities. A regular maintenance routine ensures brushes are clean when they touch your skin, plus it boosts brush performance and integrity so they last longer. Cleaning makeup brushes does not have to be a time-consuming chore. For daily cleaning and quick color changes, try EcoTools Makeup Brush Cleansing Cloths. They help keep your brushes fresh and conditioned. For a weekly deeper clean, use EcoTools Makeup Brush Shampoo to get your brushes back to new. Both are made from plant-based ingredients and are dermatologist tested so they are safe for sensitive skin. Mistake 2: Using expired makeup Similar to the kale salad you had for lunch, your makeup comes with an expiration date. While it may not give a specific "use by" date, the general rule is to replace mascara and eyeliners every three months, liquid foundation every six months and powder eyeshadow every two years. We all struggle with letting go, with 89 percent of women hanging on to makeup just in case they need it later, according to a Stowaway Cosmetics survey. Which means at best makeup will be poor-performing, and at worst, it can bring bacteria to the skin and eyes, causing irritation. Keep in mind, the more often you use the product, especially with your fingers, the more often you should replace it. Mistake 3: Relying on products to include your sun protection It is no secret that sunscreen helps maintain skin health. By blocking dangerous ultraviolet rays, sunscreen is a key tool to protect the skin against cancer and premature aging. Recognizing the benefits, most face lotions and products on the market today include a sunscreen ingredient. But be cautious, similar to the products in your makeup bag, sunscreens do not last forever and should be replenished. While sunscreens are designed to remain at original strength for up to three years, according to the Mayo Clinic, the sunscreen ingredients in your favorite face products may not last as long. In fact, facial moisturizers and serums should be tossed after six months to a year. Be on the lookout for PAO (Period After Opening) notations on new products or look for a number followed by an M to tell you how many months after opening the product should be tossed. To be safe, be sure to use an oil-free high SPF face sunscreen after your moisturizer to provide any extra level of protection all summer long.
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF JULY 4(DELABOLE ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP) Between Between O.W. Road and Timberline Drive will experience delays and single lane restriction with stop signs 24 hours each day until further notice. 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 WIND GAP TO BANGOR Repairs and Upgrades Through August possibly 24 hours per day. Beware of rough surfaces. BELVIDERE HIGHWAY Between PA 611 AND NJ River Road expect delays and lane restriction July 8 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. FILETOWN ROAD (PLAINFIELD TWP) Between Jacobsburg Road AND Sullivan Trail expect delays and lane restriction July 8 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. RICHMOND ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP) Between Messinger Street and Richmond Road expect delays and lane restriction July 6 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. WEST BANGOR ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP) Between Main Street AND Lake Minsi Drive expect delays and lane restriction July 7 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. BATH PIKE (UPPER NAZARETH TWP) Between Penn Dixie Road AND Penn Allen Road expect delays and lane restriction July 7 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. 
Free Summer Concerts
Carousel and Golf Course OpenThe National Historical Registered Carousel and Golf Course at Weona Park, Pen Argyl will be open Wednesday-Friday evenings 3 P.M.-9 P.M; Saturday and Sundays 12 Noon – 9 P.M., weather permitting. Carousel Rides are $1. A round of golf is $5 per person. Please note the first 9 holes of Weona Park Golf is handicap accessible.
American Music Theater Trip The Pen Argyl Alumni Association is sponsoring a trip to the American Music Theater Christmas Show Saturday November 26. Cost is $110. This includes the show, dinner at Bird-In-Hand Restaurant, and all gratuities. Call Bill at 610-863-6297.
Tasty Tuesdays is back at Trinity Lutheran Church! Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, located at Broadway and 4th Streets in Bangor, will once again offer the free bag lunch program to children, families and individuals in the Bangor community this summer. Tasty Tuesdays will begin on Tuesday, June 14 and will run until August 12. Every Tuesday the bag lunch will be available and will contain a sandwich, fresh fruit, chips, a healthy snack bar and a drink. The lunches will be available for pick up at the church between 11:30am-1pm. If you would like to register but are unable to come at that time to pick up the lunch, please let the church office know and accommodations can be made.
Please call the church office to register for the Tasty Tuesdays program at 610-588-2023. Bangor Park 2016 Summer EventsFriday Night, July 15th: Family Luau. Time and admission fees to be announced at a later date.
August 13th: End of Summer Bash at the Pool. Time and admission fees to be announced at a later date. August 20th: Pooch Plunge at Pool The last day of the pool season is one for our furry friends. Come out with man’s (or women’s) best friend and enjoy one of the last days of summer with a doggie swim day! Anyone interested in volunteering for the Park Board or any of these events can contact Debbie Smith at bangorparkboard@gmail.com or 610-751-7692 BAHS School Marching Band Uniform Fund Drive The Bangor Area High School Marching Band uniforms, which are modeled after Her Majesty’s Royal Welsh Guard, pay tribute to the heritage of Bangor, PA. After years of normal wear and tear, the uniforms must be replaced. The new uniforms will continue to use the same style.
The Slater Band Boosters have initiated a fund drive to support this effort. The Boosters will appreciate any donations, small or large, to this cause. The names of contributors will be acknowledged in concert programs during the 2016-2017 school year. Names of contributors at higher levels will be memorialized on a plaque to be displayed in the theater wing of the high school. More information is available at www.bahsbands.weebly.com. Send your tax deductible contributions to: Slater Band Boosters, Uniform Drive c/o Charlie Cole , 608 Shawnee Street, Roseto, PA 18013 Prescription Drug Take-Back Box The Slate Belt Regional Police Department has a prescription drug “Take-Back “box at their 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, Pa office (Plainfield Township Municipal Building). Contact information for the SBRPD is: 911 (Emergency), 610-759-8517 (Non-Emergency), 610-759-8523 (Fax) and 1-888-823-4978 FREE (Non-Emergency Toll Free)
Slate Belt Heritage Center Events ScheduleThursday, July 14, 7 PM - "History of the Mt. Bethel Inn" (now TK'S). -Presented by Kara Muschock.
Thursday, August 11, 7PM - "Preservation and Restoration of Gravestones" - Presented by John O'Brien who is a member of the Association of Gravestone Studies, an international group dedicated to preserving old cemeteries. Thursday, September 8, 7 PM - "History and Preservation of Greenwalk Trout Hatchery" - Presented by Jackie and Ty Bartosh. The impact of the fishing industry and its benefits on the environment will be explained. Thursday, October 13, 7 PM - "Annual Heritage Haunted Tour". Thursday, November 10, 7 PM - Veterans Program Sunday, December 11, 2 PM - Carol Alfred on German "Belznichel Santa's" Totts Gap Arts Events ScheduleJazz-Art-Dance Expo July 10; Summer Camps II July 11 - 15; Intensives Week July 18 - 22; Scagliola Workshop August 5 - 8; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo & Exhibit August 7; Totts Gap Dance @ COTA September 9; Classes Begin September 12; Mural Dedication Day September 17; Annual Scholarship Dinner November 12; Community Open House December 11
Bangor High School Class of 1966 Reunion The Bangor High School Class of 1966 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday October 8, 2016 @ the Delaware Water Gap Country Club (Wolf Hollow). Cocktails and Class Picture will be at 6:00 PM with Buffet Dinner to follow @ 7:00 PM. The night before, on October 7, the class will attend the Bangor High School football game and sit as a group. They will then have a get together at Liberty Fire Hall after the game.
In honor of this being the 50th Reunion, the class will be the guests at this years Bangor High School Graduation and will sit as a group. Time and definite date still to be determined. The class is seeking a current address for the following classmates: Sondra Buskirk Baier, Jacqueline Williams Bartosh, Patricia Pysher Bennett, Robert Mack, Charlene Pasqualino, Linda Repsher Silvius, Linda Meixsell Yeakel, Richard Danner, Glenda Dunk, James, Folk, James LaBarre, Diana Galatioto, Donna Davidson Edwards, David Tieff, Mikael Turner, & Thomas Kittle. Please contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 or 484-894-5661 with information. 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.
Heritage Center Seeks Volunteers The Slate Belt Heritage Center is looking for volunteers to assist with the "Second Phase" of its "Homefront Project". Phase !! has begun and biographies of each of the letter writers are being researched. Volunteers will meet on Mondays from 9 AM - 12 Noon. For additional information contact the center via email at SBHC@frontier.com or contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
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.
Clean Slate Yoga A Clean Slate is offering a 6 week Yoga Class, Tuesdays from 5-6 pm. First Come First Serve. For details call 610-452-9348.
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. July 4Enjoy Family Fishing Enjoy Family Fishing Monday, July 4, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Do you have what it takes to be a S.M.A.R.T. angler? This introductory program includes interactive discussions and hands-on fishing instruction and is geared toward ages 8 to 80. You'll learn basic fishing skills including casting, baiting a hook, knot tying and how to take a fish off of a hook. You're welcome to bring your own poles but equipment and bait will be provided and fishing licenses are not required for the duration of the program. Please note that this program is only open to families that have not attended a Family Fishing Program in the past. 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. July 5Tuesday Tails & Trails Enjoy Tuesday Tails & Trails July 5, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Get some exercise with your canine companion! Jacobsburg’s dog ambassador “Lehigh” will lead the way and demonstrate proper dog walking etiquette in state parks. These guided hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water, dog waste bags, and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs must be on a leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. 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. July 8Family Night: Stream Search Join the Family Night: Stream Search Friday, July 8, 6:30 – 8:00 PM.
Get your feet wet in the Bushkill Creek while searching for the tiny critters that live there. This program is best for families with children ages 5 and up. Equipment will be provided. Wear close-toed shoes that can get wet and expect to be in the water up to your knees. Registration is required. Lehigh River Clean-Up 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. July 9
July 11NCC Offers Course on Public Speaking Learn effective public speaking, presenting and facilitation skills at a business professional workshop “Excellence in Public Speaking, Presentation and Facilitation,” on Monday and Tuesday, July 11 and 12, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., at Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
Participants will learn techniques to engage others while maintaining focus, examine the role of facilitator in presenting and public speaking engagements, and explore how to engage diverse personalities to make meetings productive. The fee is $480. The workshop is open to individuals as well as members of companies. To enroll visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn. For answers to your questions, call 610-332-8668. July 13Nature Trips Browse Beautiful Butterflies Wonderful World of Wildflowers Dress to explore! Both one-hour events (storytime and activities) will be outside (weather permitting) at the Waste Management Environmental Center at 891 Grand Central Road. Each meeting will begin at 10 AM. For more information and “Nature Adventure”! Wednesday, July 13 and Wednesday, August 3 directions, contact the Blue Mt. Community Library manager and see posters posted in the library.
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July 17TGAI Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser Purchase a beautiful hand crafted ceramic bowl, made by members of our community, and get a scoop of your favorite ice cream in it! All proceeds support our young (and not-as-young) artists. — at Emmy Lou's Ice Cream CaféJuly 17, 1-3pm.
HOG Charity Poker Run On Sunday, July 17. Ride leaves from Pocono Mountain Harley Davidson, 4300 Manor Drive, Stroudsburg. Registration 9-10, kickstands up 10:15.
Ride ends at the American Legion Pavilion, 5th Street, East Stroudsburg. Party from 1-6, Bands, food, raffles, drinks, vendors. Rain or shine. Open to the public, bikers and non-bikers. Entry/Raffle tickets $20 per person. Grand prize $2500. One $1000 winner, one $500 winner, two $250 winners, five $100 winners! This year's ride benefits EPAA, Eastern Pennsylvania Animal Alliance, www.epaaonline.com, low cost spay/neuter clinic based in Brodheadsville. For more information, visit www.PoconoHog.org. July 18TGAI Film Makers ProgramJULY 18 - 22
The Young Film Makers Program 10 AM to 4 PM. NON-MEMBER RATES - $150. MEMBER RATES - $100 TGAI and on location, to be determined. When participating in a full-day program, be sure to pack a lunch! http://tottsgap.org/summer-film-workshop. Working in teams, each student will learn to conceive, storyboard and shoot, short, dynamic films. Through the production process, using voice over and interviews, students will get hands-on experience in narrative, industrial and documentary film concepts. This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from experienced film directors, writers and editors. This year's instructor is award-winning producer/director Lois Silver. TGAI Dance InteractiveJULY 18 - 22
Dance Intensive 2016 10 AM to 4 PM. NON-MEMBER RATES - $250. MEMBER RATES - $150. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 When participating in a full-day program, be sure to pack a lunch! http://tottsgap.org/dance/adults-advanced-teens/summer-dance-intensive Learn technique, repertory, new choreography and musical theater with a professional artist in this week-long intensive study. This year's instructor is contemporary artist, John Brooks. Open to intermediate & advanced dancers. July 21
July 27Kirkridge Clam Bake A clam bake will be held 6pm, July 27 at the Kirkridge Farmhouse 2281 Fox Gap Rd. Bangor PA. Open at 6pm, dinner starts at 6:30 pm and seating outside weather permitting. Buffet style starting with caramelized onion, blue cheese and prosciutto tart. Clam bake w/ clams, corn, potatoes, sausage with old bay seasonings. Fruit kabobs in a watermelon grill, Cucumber onion salad, Broccoli slaw, Tomato green peppers and scallion salad, Salad greens with sweet corn dressing Dessert: Strawberry mousse. $40.00 per person plus tax
August 5TGAI WorkshopAUGUST 5
Scagliola Workshop Through August 8, 10 AM to 4 PM, $1200. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 http://tottsgap.org/art/workshops-intensives/scagliola Learn the materials, formulas and processes necessary to create this masterful imitation of marble. Gain a better understanding of this secretive 16th c. technique, from the initial mix to final waxing.. Take a 2nd session to learn the essentials of inlay, creating both geometric and free-form designs on panels prepared in the first session. Accommodations available locally for out-of-state participants. August 16Coming in August: DiscoverE programs August 16-19, 9:00 AM to 12 noon
Penn’s Adventurers (ages 9-12)* “Jacobsburg Past & Present” Have you ever wondered what the early settlers of the Lehigh Valley did for fun? Join us for a week filled with all sorts of fun recreational activities from the past and present. We’ll play Frisbee golf, practice archery skills, go geocaching and much more! Outdoor Explorers (ages 6-8)* “Creek Critters” Have you ever looked for birds and other animals that live along a creek? Have you ever collected insects and crayfish in a creek? Join us for a week of getting wet and having fun exploring the Bushkill! *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. September 23Bethlehem Celtic Fest 2016BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, — The Celtic Cultural Alliance (CCA) will reach its 29th year of presenting the largest free Highland Games and Celtic festival in North America during the weekend of September 23rd through the 30th. This year brings back old Celtic Classic favorites such as Timlin & Kane, Seven Nations and the Glengarry Bhoys as well as new features like Low Lily, Moxie Strings, Barrule & Calan. From bagpipes to bodrahns, fiddles to whistles, Bethlehem will be filled with foot stomping Celtic music all weekend.
A wide variety of Scottish, Welsh and Irish bands and genres will take stage this September. The complete performer line up can be found at www.celticfest.org/entertainment Celtic Classic 2016 will also honor its traditional festival features. In addition to the U.S. National Highland Games Championship come an assortment of food styles and beverages, Celtic retail merchants, competitions and dance. Celtic Classic runs from Friday, September 23rd through Sunday, September 25th in downtown historic Bethlehem. For more information, directions, volunteering opportunities and the weekend’s schedule, log on to www.celticfest.org. For up-to-the-minute information and updates, follow Celtic Classic on Twitter (@CelticClassic) and friend them on Facebook (facebook.com/CelticClassic). For more information on the Parade of Shamrocks and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org. September 24Washington Township School Reunion Former students of the old Washington Township School will hold its second annual reunion on Saturday afternoon September 24th, 2016. More information will be available later. Tell all your fellow classmates or friends that may have gone to WTS about the reunion and the date.
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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. July EventsPool Tables available every morning and Tuesday and
Thursday afternoons, Morning Stretch 9:15 A.M. Monday through Friday Walking Club, 9:30 A, Monday, Wednesday and Friday Crafts,9:00 A.M., Tuesdays Zumba Gold, 10:00 A.M. Tuesdays, and 1:15 P.M.. Fridays Brush Away with Senior Artists, 9:00-11:00 A.M. Wednesdays Exercise with Darla, 10:00-11:00 A.M., Wednesdays Bean Bags 9:30 A.M., Thursdays, CLOSED HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY Fire Cracker Bingo 12:15, Tuesday, July 5 DOG DAYS OF SUMMER ALL DAY CELEBRATION Bean Bags, Beach Ball Toss, Casting Contest MUSIC WITH JIM HUMMELL, Friday, July 8 MUSIC WITH RANDY SIMPSON Tuesday, July 19, 12:00-1:00 Baseball, Friday, July, 22, 10:00 A.M. SAMSON BUS TRIP (Lancaster,P.A.) Thursday, July 28 (call for information) 
Pen Argyl - July 2016
MTD: 0.07 YTD: 22.58 Normal: 4.84
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