SLATE BELT WEATHER JUNE 25TODAY - Sunny, with a high near 84. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. TONIGHT - Mostly clear, with a low around 57. Calm wind. 
Roseto Legion's Hunter Beck pitches in a NORCO legion game versus Wind Gap played Thursday at Wind Gap. Final score NA. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
EMT Sareena Breyer accompanies Mia Sandt in the back of the ambulance, during the EMT visit to the Bangor Library on Monday morning during story hour at the Bangor Public Library. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Two Moms Remember
by Mariella Miller, St. Luke's
Bethlehem, PA - June 15, 2005 will never be forgotten by either Linda Sheftel or Cindy Walter. The two women, one from Lehigh County, the other from Berks County, would not meet for several more weeks following it, but what happened in the wee hours that day forever changed their lives and created a bond that still connects them today. Just after midnight that June 15 in Ocean City, Md., 18-year-old Justin Sheftel, Linda’s son, was struck and killed by a car driven by Cindy’s son, Benjamin, who was also 18 and driving under the influence. Both young men graduated from different high schools earlier that month and were spending time with their own friends during a ritual “Senior Week” high school celebration in the popular ocean front resort town. Despite the horrific accident, the Sheftel family did not wish to see two lives lost to that tragic incident: their son’s, and that of Benjamin, where a state prison sentence could have changed his life in a most unforgiving way. Instead, Benjamin was sentenced to a county jail in Maryland, and had to perform community service by speaking in public about the dangers of making poor decisions like drinking and driving. Linda Sheftel decided that she, too, wanted to be a part of that process, as did Cindy, and while the two women never became best friends, they became allies and advocates in emotionally moving presentations to high schools throughout the region about the decisions young – and all – people make that can have life-changing, as well as life-ending, consequences. The two women met again on June 18 at the 12th annual Justin Sheftel Memorial Fund Softball Tournament at Lehigh County Athletics Fields near Broadway and Parkway Road in Allentown. It was the second year in a row that St. Luke’s Sports Medicine was the presenting sponsor, and the first time Walter attended. The softball tournament is appropriate because Justin was a baseball player and a huge Boston Red Sox fan. This year’s tournament comes just days after the anniversary of the accident, a fact noted by both moms. “It’s always tough, I can answer that very easily,” Linda Sheftel said of getting ready for the tournament. “Some of the planning gets a little easier because you now know what to expect, but seeing all those people there that day wanting to participate and so willing to give their time and energy; the volunteers, the players, the captains that have to work so hard to get the teams together, that makes me feel good, that they’re there to help us honor our son. It would be much harder without that community, without all that support.” This is the first year that Cindy Walter attended the tournament, but she has been active in the presentations to the high schools since their inception in 2007. “At the trial, I remember we embraced each other,” Cindy recalled. “It was a blur. I don’t remember saying anything. It was the first time we met, really.” Cindy admitted to being nervous about interacting with Linda when they started doing the presentations together because “I didn’t know how she felt about me. It was very difficult for my son. It got easier because we have a good relationship, but it’s difficult when it brings you back to that horrific day.” Both women found that giving the speeches gets easier because of their familiarity with the material, but it always remains an emotionally challenging time because of the specifics. Benjamin, now working out of state, no longer attends the presentations but recorded a videotape that is used at the presentations which emphasize how a single poor decision can not only take the lives of those involved, but devastate the lives of the families and friends. “We’re not best of friends, but we’re certainly colleagues and respect each other very much for what we do,” Linda said. “Cindy’s just a kind, compassionate person. I think she really cares about what happened and feels very remorseful that her son took my son. That has been very helpful knowing that she understands the pain we’re going through. And the feedback from the schools has been tremendous for both of us.” Cindy said she decided to take part in the presentations because “everybody needs to know the effects of that decision for both families, and what my son’s experience was like.” Over time, Linda has come to forgive Benjamin, something she said was a process, not an event. “It doesn’t happen overnight,” Linda said of forgiveness. “It comes and it goes. I’ve met with Ben because he was going through a really bad time at one point and I wanted to let him know that Justin had forgiven him, and I had too, and to live his life.” So for the 2016 tournament, both Linda and Cindy, their families, and friends of Justin’s lived their lives the best way possible, by gathering and hoping to help more young people and adults from making poor, life-altering decisions, all the while paying tribute to an athlete who died far too young. Today at Bloom
Open Studio Hours: Wednesday 11AM-5PM, Friday 11AM-5PM, Saturday 11AM-4PM (Open Studio is $8 plus materials) (610) 588-4775 or carol@bloomcreativestudio.org 32 Broadway, Bangor PA
JUN 25, 11:00 AM Build a Kaleidoscope with Danielle Create your very own colorful, custom-made kaleidoscope. All materials and guided instruction are included in this workshop. Learn the history of kaleidoscopes, see a variety of hand made scopes and books describing the science behind these unique, eye-catching prisms. Bring your own tiny trinkets or choose from studio beads and glitter to fill the bead box. Each participant will decorate the casing and build their very own personalized scope. Class is limited to make your reservation to secure your spot. JUN 25, 6:00 PM Farmer's Market Fundraiser Elegant Watermelon Girl with LisaPaint this elegant watermelon girl with Lisa. Choose your own colors to personalize it! $25 gets you guided instruction and all your supplies. This is done on a 11 X 14 canvas with acrylic paints. Please reserve your spot online. This is going to be fun! JUN 25, 6:00 PM Flower Wisp with Anne Paint this abstract Floral picture with Anne. Choose your colors to make it your own. $35 includes a 16 X 20 canvas done with acrylics and all your supplies. You can also save money by buying 2 tickets for $50 or 4 tickets for $90. Just select that item in your cart when checking out. These specials are limited and are first come, first served Please reserve your spot online. You may review our cancellation policy on their website. 
A Wind Gap Legion player bats during a NORCO legion game versus Roseto played Thursday at Wind Gap. Final score NA. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Swing at the Stand June 25 The 14th annual "Swing at the Stand" will be held on Saturday, June 25th, (rain or shine) 6:30 PM-?? at Weona Park, Rt. 512, Pen Argyl. Please bring a finger food to share, your own beverage, and lawn chair. Listen and dance to the "Oldies" and meet with old friends. Everyone is welcome!
Fungi, a Force in the EcosystemSaturday, June 25, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Please join mycologists Dr. Rick Bortnick and Laura Weishaupt at Jacobsburg for a relaxed and informative look at fungi and their vital roles in the ecosystem. From predators to partners, fungi are often unseen, but crucial players in forest ecosystems. An indoor slide show will provide an introduction to different kinds of fungi and explain what they do in the forest. Then we'll head outside to see it all in action. We'll have lunch and wrap up with some discussion about books and answer any questions. This program is not about foraging for edibles. Bring a hand lens if you have one. Bring some lunch and prepare to be outdoors with adequate footwear, clothing, and bug repellant. 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. 
EMT Chris Confalone helps Tyler Hull out of the ambulance during story hour at the Bangor Public Library. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Amateur Radio Field Day Members of the Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will participate in the 24-hour national Amateur Radio Field Day exercise, Saturday, June 25, 2 p.m. – Sunday, June 26, 2 p.m. at Louise Moore Park, off Country Club Road in Easton. Since 1933, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of Amateur Radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.
For over 100 years, Amateur Radio — sometimes called ham radio — has allowed people from all walks of life to experiment with electronics and communications techniques, as well as provide a free public service to their communities during a disaster, all without needing a cell phone or the Internet. Field Day demonstrates ham radio’s ability to work reliably under any conditions from almost any location and create an independent communications network. Over 35,000 people from thousands of locations participated in Field Day in 2015. “It’s easy for anyone to pick up a computer or smartphone, connect to the Internet and communicate, with no knowledge of how the devices function or connect to each other,” said Sean Kutzko of the American Radio Relay League, the national association for Amateur Radio. “But if there’s an interruption of service or you’re out of range of a cell tower, you have no way to communicate. Ham radio functions completely independent of the Internet or cell phone infrastructure, can interface with tablets or smartphones, and can be set up almost anywhere in minutes. That’s the beauty of Amateur Radio during a communications outage.” “Hams can literally throw a wire in a tree for an antenna, connect it to a battery-powered transmitter and communicate halfway around the world,” Kutzko added. “Hams do this by using a layer of Earth’s atmosphere as a sort of mirror for radio waves. In today’s electronic do-it-yourself (DIY) environment, ham radio remains one of the best ways for people to learn about electronics, physics, meteorology, and numerous other scientific disciplines, and is a huge asset to any community during disasters if the standard communication infrastructure goes down.” Anyone may become a licensed Amateur Radio operator. There are over 725,000 licensed hams in the United States, as young as 5 and as old as 100. With clubs such as the Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club in Nazareth it’s easy for anybody to get involved. For more information about Field Day and Amateur Radio, contact ke3aw@ARRL.net, or 610.432.8286, or visit www.dlarc.org and www.arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio. Directions to Louise Moore Park: http://tinyurl.com/ppa8u4o Pennsylvania Trappers Rendezvous The District 10 Trappers of Pennsylvania will host the 79th Annual Pennsylvania Trappers Association Rendezvous at the West End Fairgrounds June 23-25 in Gilbert, PA, 570 Fairgrounds Rd. Gilbert, PA 18331 from 8am-6pm daily. Admission $5/day or $10/all 3 days. Camping accommodations available on site. Go to www.patrappers.com for more information or Contact Bob Counterman: 610-759-9203 & Scot Mucha: 610-863-9759
Family Camping for BeginnersSaturday, June 25-26, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m.
If you have ever wanted to try camping, this is the perfect introduction! This event is sponsored by the Jacobsburg Historical Society and the Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. JEEC will loan tents, sleeping pads, cook stoves, and cookware to families who are new to camping. JHS will host at their location and provide a Dutch oven cooking demonstration. Together they’ll guide you through setting up your tent, cooking over a fire or stove, to enjoying a fun-filled evening under the stars. Please bring your own camping equipment if you have camped with us before. The cost is $8.00 per person, children 5 and under are free. The fee helps to support the Jacobsburg Historical Society. To register, call Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center at 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Registration 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. 
June 25Bingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 Bangor Public Library - Open 10-4. Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-12. Slate Belt YMCA - Open 8:00am - 4:00pm Lunch With Our Bunch - Faith United Presby-terian, Pen Argyl, 11:30 - 1:30. All welcome. CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARCan You Believe It?Birds of Prey Steal Underwear
KIRRIEMUIR, Scotland, June 23 (UPI) -- Birds of prey in Scotland have been stealing underwear from local swimmers, according to reports from a wildlife organization.
Angus Glens Moorland Group shared photos of several birds of prey as they explained that the birds have continued their habits of snatching clothing from a popular wild swimming spot nearby to line their nests. Gamekeeper Dave Clement found a pair of red kites last year lining their nest on his estate at Gannochy with stolen pants, and noticed this year that they'd decided to use underwear. .
Health....Look Younger With a Stunning Smile
(NewsUSA) - There's no stopping the aging process, but there are options for those who want to look and feel younger. One trend that is gaining popularity as an alternative to plastic surgery is cosmetic dentistry, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD).
Experts say that with age, faces can shorten, chins can move back, cheeks hollow and wrinkles stand out. These changes can be at least partially abated by taking a seat in your dentist's chair. "When the teeth are in the right position, they fill out the volume (of the face). You see more teeth, resulting in a more youthful appearance," Nicholas Davis, DDS, and past president of the AACD told the Wall Street Journal in an interview. In addition to taking years off of your appearance, you get an added boost of confidence in being able to smile without inhibition. The following tips from the AACD can help you look and feel younger: * Contour or reshape your teeth. Look younger by correcting minor imperfections in your teeth. Simply polishing the worn edges and sharp angles of your teeth, they appear more aligned and symmetrical, and you appear younger. Porcelain veneers and crowns can restore and enhance a tooth's original structure, and bonding can conceal gaps, chips and stains to give the appearance of more attractive and youthful teeth. * Whiten your teeth. A youthful smile is a healthful, white smile. Teeth become discolored over time from drinking, smoking and neglect. Whitening your teeth can belie years of abuse. A word of advice, however: Don't overdo it. Cosmetic dentists are trained to select the appropriate natural shade that suits you. Once teeth are whitened, avoid drinks such as grape juice, red wine, tea and coffee, which stain teeth, and definitely refrain from smoking. * Replace silver mercury amalgam fillings. For the same reason that tooth decay looks bad, black mercury fillings show your age as well. Black silver mercury amalgam, which has been used for decades to repair cavities, expands and contracts, causing tiny cracks in teeth that can be a concern over time. Replacing that material with a new tooth-colored composite resin filling may both alleviate any further breakdown of the teeth and brighten your smile. For more information, visit www.YourSmileBecomesYou.com.
Parenting...Using Sunscreen To Combat UVR
(NewsUSA) - Sponsored News - Most parents know how damaging the effects of ultraviolet radiation (UVR) can be to our skin, which is why they dutifully slather sunscreen on their kids during the summer. But one thing that often gets overlooked is protecting their children's eyes.
According to vision-care experts, kids receive three times more UV exposure than adults annually, yet less than 30 percent of parents currently protect their children's eyes with sunglasses. The reason for concern is that children and adolescents are particularly vulnerable to the sun's rays because their ocular lenses aren't mature enough to filter UV light as effectively as adults, causing damage to the retina. "Everyone buys into what happens to your skin when it comes to sun damage, but many parents are really surprised to learn about the cumulative UV damage to the eyes," Dawn Hartman, an optometrist at Columbus Ophthalmology Associates in Columbus, Ohio, told The Wall Street Journal in an interview. But the right sunglasses can help, as parents become more aware that protection from the sun isn't just skin deep. Babiators, for instance, is a brand that offers safe and durable sunglasses for babies and kids. They protect them from harmful rays by offering 100 percent UVA and UVB protection, flexible frames and shatter-resistant lenses in stylish colors and patterns. In addition, Babiators are backed by a one-year "Lost & Found Guarantee" -- if the glasses are lost or broken in the first year, they will be replaced for free. "We created Babiators because we know that habits form at a young age and we wanted to promote a healthy habit of wearing sunglasses to help protect children's eyes," Carolyn Guard, co-found of Babiators, told The Optician in an interview. "Not only do these glasses shield little ones from UV rays, they are also fun, unique and vibrantly colored so that children love wearing them and parents can rest at ease knowing they are doing their part to promote healthy vision." Experts say that risk is greatest to the eyes between 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., because during those times, UV rays come from different angles and eyes receive nearly double the amount of UV than during midday hours. For more information, please visit www.babiators.com.
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF JUNE 20DELABOLE 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 5112 (WIND GAP TO BANGOR) Repairs and Upgrades Through August possibly 24 hours per day. Beware of rough surfaces. HIGH STREET (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Broad Street AND Cherry Hill Road expect delays and lane restriction June 24 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. KESSERLERSVILLE ROAD (FORKS TWP) Between Church Road AND Klein Road expect delays and lane restriction June 20-24 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. ROUTE 611 (LMBT) Between River Road AND State Street expect delays and lane restriction June 13 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. ROUTE 611 (UMBT) Between State Street AND Monroe County Line expect delays and lane restriction June 23-24 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. ROSETO AVENUE (RT 191) ROSETO Between 4th Street AND Shooktown Road expect delays and lane restriction June 20-21 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, June 24th: Splashdance at the pool from 7:30pm-9:30pm for all teens that will be entering 7th, 8th and 9th grades. $3. Rain date is June 25th.
Friday 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. June 25
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June 27Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 Golf Tournament The 16th annual Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 golf tournament that benefits major projects will be held on Monday, June 27, 2016 at Whitetail Golf Club. It is a four-person scramble format with a cost of $85 per golfer. It includes golf, cart, prizes, cookout lunch, and beverages. A hole-in-one is sponsored by Dotta Auto Sales. Please call the Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 at 610-588-3420 to register your foursome or email bangorelks@gmail.com. Deadline is June 20, 2016.
July 2Butterflies of Jacobsburg See Butterflies of Jacobsburg Saturday, July 2, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join local butterfly enthusiast Bill Grant for this walk through the fields of Jacobsburg in search of these beautiful insects. Bill will show you how to identify local species using quick ID tips. Please wear sturdy hiking shoes. Hat, sunscreen, binoculars, and cameras are recommended.. 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 3Free Chicken Dinner The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE Creamed Chicken & Mushroom Dinner on Sunday, July 3rd, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org
East Bangor Pastie Sale The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, July 3rd. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, July 5th, at 3:30 p.m.
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 14
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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.
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. |
 
 
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. June's Events
Pool Tables available every morning and Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Morning Stretch Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Friday 9:15 A.M. Walking Club, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:30 A.M. Crafts, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M. Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 9:00-11:00 A.M. Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 A.M. Painting with instructor, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 P.M. Tap Dancing, Tuesday, June 28, 12:30-1:15 P.M. Bean Bags, Thursday, June 30, 9:30 A.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 - June 2016
MTD: 2.10 YTD: 19.48 Normal: 4.65
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