SLATE BELT WEATHER MAY 2TODAY - Showers likely, mainly before 9am. Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 60. Light and variable wind becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. TONIGHT - Showers likely, mainly after 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 51. Calm wind becoming north around 6 mph after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. 
The Slate Belt YMCA sponsored Healthy Kids Saturday at the Y in Pen Argyl. Teens Involved members in the background include (L-R) Riley Radovich and Allyson Heard with two children playing a relay. (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Mandy Heard.
A Place to Walk, Reflect and Enjoy by Mandy Heard
Every third Saturday at 10:00 am Columcille offers free guided tours. Just recently tour guide Tom Egan led a group of about twelve visitors on a two-hour tour of the Columcille grounds. Columcille is located on Fox Gap Road in Bangor, on 17 acres of land. The private park is a not-for-profit sanctuary that is open to the public. The serene park is a sacred space for meditation and quiet reflection. Although it’s not a park meant for frisbees, it has plenty to offer its visitors looking for beautiful grounds to walk around and explore. Maps are available and the park is open from dawn to dusk. Columcille co-founder William H Cohea Jr began Columcille 27 years ago. Columcille means Dove of the Church and all of its structures are rooted in Celtic spirituality and inspired by the Isle of Iona. Egan is a volunteer and long-time member of Columcille. He is a Celtic storyteller, and an economic professor at Moravian College. Throughout the two-hour tour, he immersed the group in the meaning of the Stones of Columcille. Tom’s energy and enthusiasm of the Celtic spiritual beliefs could be felt by the group. The deep connection he has with each stone structure was evident and inspiring. Egan began with historical information about the Celts and Gaelic spiritual beliefs and practices. Egan told about the Standing Stones in Western Europe and their connection to the Celts. He started with history from 3,000 years ago and shared a wealth of information with meaningful connections to Celtic beliefs and spirituality. Over the two-hour guided tour the group learned about a dozen of the Columcille’s Stones. The Circle of Stones was the first stop, next was the St Columba Chapel, which was built in 1979. The Chapel is a sanctuary meant for prayer and reflection. Another interesting stop along the tour was St Oran Bell Tower. This tower (lower right photo) is purposely missing a roof, but not lacking an interesting story. The Bell Tower is a beautiful stone structure that has a lapis stone for energy. Tom told the group about the Celts and how they would preserve the head of a warrior to prove that they were a better warrior. Stone of Curn is a portal to a fairie kingdom, which includes elves and leprechauns. The stone structure’s meaning was to protect nature’s beings. Thor’s Gate (photo upper right) is found on the northern boundary of the property and is meant to protect the park. The Labyrinth is a circular stone maze where one goes to think about a problem and use the labyrinth’s energy to find a solution and leave with gratitude. Over the two hours Egan did a marvelous job educating the group of the spiritual and historical meaning of each of the stone statues. The grounds are peaceful and welcoming. Each stop on the tour was surrounded by nature. The park is a place to walk, reflect, and enjoy quietly. In addition to the stone statues one will find a large koi pond. Columcille is a wonderful place to explore and enjoy, it is definitely worth a visit. Columcille will celebrate May Day on May 1st. They’ll have a Maypole, music, and celebration. To learn more about the events or about Columcille visit their website, www.columcille.org 
The Bangor Jazz Band held its spring Jazz Concert at the Craig Paine Theater this week. (New photo tomorrow) PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Julie Poliskiewicz Belt and Beyond
National Day of PrayerThe Bangor Church of the Nazarene, 150 Bunny Trail Road, Bangor, invites you to join them 6:00am for the National Day of Prayer May 5.
Boy Scouts had a display at the Earth Day program at Waste Management Saturday. (New photo tomorrow) PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Book ReviewThe Guest Room
book by Chris Bohjalian review by Judy Piper Richard Chapman hosts a bachelor party for his brother at his own home. Little did he know that one friend would hire two Russian women who were sex slaves. The party gets wild and the two women kill their body guards. Richard, an investment broker, his wife Kristin, a teacher, and their young daughter all have their lives shattered. Will they be able to get through this and put their lives back together? This story will give you some insight into the lives of young girls who sold or kidnapped into the sex trade. 
Pen Argyl's Sophia Ceasar at bat during the Knights' 4-2 win over Palisades in a game played a Wind Gap Middle School Wednesday. The Knights improved their Colonial League leading record to 11-1, now 12-1 with a win over Palmerton. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Weona Park Pool Pals Meeting Weona Park Pool Pals will hold a meeting Mon. May 2, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. If you are interested in having a community pool in Pen Argyl and want to do it without raising taxes, you share our goal, so please come! www.facebook.com/WeonaPPP
Pen Argyl's Logan Ruppert safe at base during the Knights' 7-4 win over Palisades in a game played in Mike Williams Field at Pen Argyl High School. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
East Bangor UMC Mother's Day On Sunday, May 8th, at the 9:15 a.m. worship service the East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will honor all mothers. There will be a presentation by the Sunday School and a gift will be given to all ladies present. The choir will serve refreshments after the service. Pastor David Goss welcomes the community to attend this special service to celebrate mothers. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.
The Slate Belt Regional Police held a spaghetti dinner fund raiser Saturday at Hope UCC, Wind Gap. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Senior Center Bus TripsSlate Belt Senior Center is sponsoring a bus trip to the Rainbow Dinner Theater, Lancaster area for the production of "The Perfect Wedding"June 23rd, 9:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. $85.00.They are also sponsoring a bus Trip to Sight & Sound Theater , Lancaster area for the production of Samson, meal at Shady Maples, July 28th, 9:30 A.M.-8:00 P.M., $99.00
Pen Argyl's Sarah Sampson looks to make a move during the Knights' 4-2 win over Palisades in a game played a Wind Gap Middle School Wednesday. The Knights improved their Colonial League leading record to 11-1, now 12-1 with a win over Palmerton. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Donate Prom Clothing to BAHS Donate gently used gowns and male formal wear to Bangor Boutique located in Bangor High School, now collecting gently used formal wear, shoes & jewelry.
Pen Argyl's Travis Slaughter at bat during the Knights' 7-4 win over Palisades in a game played in Mike Williams Field at Pen Argyl High School. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Jacobsburg ParkMonday Morning Birds & Beans
Monday, May 9, 7:00-9:00 AM Rise and shine! Join us for some delicious shade-grown coffee followed by a bird walk through Jacobsburg in search of Neotropical migrants. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring binoculars. Meet at the visitor center. Registration is not required. 
May 2Connections for Women - Hopespring, Market St., Bangor 6-8:30pm
Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. Progressive Jackpot. 7pm Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Pen Argyl Sewer Committee - 4:30 P.M. Council Chambers Pen Argyl Municipal Authority - 6:00 P.M. Council Chambers Washington Township Zoning Board - Municipal Building, 7pm. Roseto Borough Council - Municipal Building, 7:30pm Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary - Council Home, 7:30-9:30pm Lower Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets Centerfield Building, 7pm Wind Gap Borough Council - 7:30pm, 29 Mechanic St. Portland Borough Council - Borough Hall, 7:00pm Pen Argyl GFWC - St. John , Pen Argyl, 7pm Write Night - Collaborative writer's group. Nazareth Center for the Arts, 7-9pm Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARNew Guiness Record for Hover Board
SAUSSET-LES-PINS, France, (UPI) -- A French jet ski champion found victory in another venue Saturday, setting a new Guinness World Record for the farthest hoverboard flight during a thrilling attempt off the coast of Sausset-les-Pins in the south of France. Franky Zapata managed a new benchmark distance of 2,252 meters, or almost 1-1/2 miles, by far surpassing the previous record of 275.9 meters or 905 feet 2 inches, Guinness reported.
The previous record was set last year by Canadian inventor Catalin Alexandru Duru. Zapata rose 50 meters above the surface for the record attempt, trailed by a raft of boats and personal water crafts. The 37-year-old piloted the aircraft, called Flyboard Air, developed by his own company, Zapata Racing. The Flyboard Air can reportedly reach a maximum height of 10,000 feet and a speed of 150 kilometers per hour, or 93 miles per hour. Guinness adjudicator Sofia Grenach confirmed that the hoverboard complied with the rules of the record and did reach an historic distance. A delighted Zapata told reporters at a press conference following the successful record attempted, "This has really been a life's work." As Zapata prepared for the championship run, a short video of a test flight on his Flyboard Air went viral, amassing over 3 million YouTube views, with many commenters doubting his hoverboard was real. Zapata Racing previously developed a wide range of water-propelled devices including the original Flyboard, which connects to a personal watercraft turbine with a long hose. One of the Flyboard Air''s unique features is that it uses an "Independent Propulsion Unit" so it can fly hose-free and can stay airborne for up to ten minutes. Zapata previously held the record for most back-flips with a water jet pack in one minute during an appearance on the CBBC TV show 'Officially Amazing' at L'Estaque in Marseille, France back in 2014. Liu He, of China, broke Zapata's record of 26 back flips by managing 27 of his own.
Beauty...Step Up Your Beauty Regimen
(BPT) - While magazines make summer beauty look simple, in reality it's anything but. From bloat to breakouts, summer is wrought with beauty challenges.
The experts at the Mayo Clinic offer advice on eight of the most common beauty and health concerns of summer. 1. Maintaining a healthy (natural) glow While tanning beds offer a quick-fix to achieving a golden glow, they also cause exposure to damaging UV radiation which can cause premature aging as well as increase the risk of skin cancer. If you'd like a sun-kissed glow without the risk, consider using a sunless tanning product. Whether in the form of a lotion, spray or done as a professional service at a salon, sunless tanning offers a safe alternative to both tanning beds and sunbathing. 2. Ingrown hairs Swimsuit season often means shaving more frequently, which can result in painful and unsightly ingrown hairs. These hairs grow out of the skin slightly and then curl back underneath the skin. To avoid ingrown hair, use a lubricating shave gel followed by a sharp, single-blade razor. Shave in the direction of hair growth and avoid pulling the skin taut. 3. Sunburn It's easy to get lost in the fun of the summer sun. Avoid sunburn by dressing in light layers and using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. Remember, sunscreen generally stays at original strength for three years. If you do get sunburn, take a cool bath or apply a clean towel dampened with cool tap water. Then apply moisturizer, aloe vera lotion or gel or a low-dose hydrocortisone cream. 4. Bloat Ice cream, hot dogs and fried goodies are cornerstones of traditional summer festivals. Unfortunately, too much of these types of foods can leave you feeling bloated and sluggish. Fight bloat by eating fresh foods grown locally, such as carrots, tomatoes, melons and berries. Want a healthier cool treat? Try freezing grapes for a no-guilt sweet dessert. 5. Cracked nails Pool chemicals, hot sun, gardening and building sand castles can all cause cracked nails. To protect nails, keep fingernails dry, clean and rub moisturizer into the nail beds and cuticles. Consider applying a nail hardener to add a protective layer against summer elements. If brittle nails persist, ask your doctor about biotin, a nutritional supplement that may help strengthen weak fingernails. 6. Healthy, hydrated skin Staying hydrated is a summer must, but skin hydration isn't as simple as drinking water. Dehydrated skin feels rough and loses elasticity. To maintain proper hydration, avoid prolonged exposure to dry air or chlorinated water. When bathing, use a gentle cleanser instead of soap and avoid using skin care products that contain alcohol. Moisturize immediately after cleansing. Also try incorporating antioxidant-rich foods into your diet such as spinach, blueberries or salmon. 7. Acne Sunshine and heat can cause the body to sweat. This combo clogs pores and can lead to acne. Some chemical treatments can leave the skin more sun-sensitive, so natural treatments such as tea tree oil, azelaic acid and even green tea extract are a smart choice in reducing inflammation. Another potential cause for acne can be outdated cosmetics. Make sure the products you use are kept clean to avoid bacterial buildup and avoid using them past their expiration date - six months is a good rule of thumb. 8. Beautiful legs From swimsuits to shorts, summer is the time most people show off their legs. This can be uncomfortable for some when faced with common leg woes such as spider veins and varicose veins. Several options are available to combat these issues which range from sclerotherapy and laser surgery, to more advanced techniques such as vein-stripping. To learn more, visit mayoclinic.org to find out what treatment is best for you. To discuss these and any other persistent skin or summer-related health concerns, make an appointment with Mayo Clinic Dermatology today.
Automotive...Safe Driving Tips
(BPT) - A tire’s tread depth significantly affects driving safety. In fact, to ensure a vehicle drives safely, the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration recommends a tire be replaced once its tread depth reaches 2/32nds of an inch. Winter tires should be replaced even sooner.
Worn tires cause more than just headaches for drivers. Less tread means longer braking distances and more difficulty handling a car. This is especially true in slippery conditions because the tires are not able to effectively clear water from underneath causing the vehicle to hydroplane. The contact area between the tire and the road is dramatically reduced when tires wear out and when driving speed increases. While driving 50 mph in 1/8 inch of water, the contact patch between the tire and road is only 16 percent compared to the contact patch of a stationary vehicle. “Unfortunately, many drivers don’t regularly check the depth of tread on their tires. People check tread depths when fitting the tires, but then blissfully forget about them for the entire season,” says Matti Morri, technical customer service manager, Nokian Tyres. Monitoring the condition of tires throughout their lives helps drivers maintain safety on the road. So, what steps should you take to ensure you get the most out of your tires? 1. Monitor and rotate your tires. Tires wear unevenly, especially on front wheel drive vehicles where the front tires wear down much quicker than the rear tires. For this reason, you should monitor the tread depth throughout the season and rotate tires from front to back, providing the tire size is the same on both axles. If a set of tires are installed in the spring and used heavily until the start of autumn without being rotated, it is completely possible for the front tires to be worn down while the rear tires still have up to 70 percent of tread left. Rotating helps to minimize the performance and grip differences between the front and rear of the car for more predictable handling. 2. How to measure tread depth. A U.S. penny is a handy tool for measuring the main grooves in the center of a tire’s tread. Insert the penny into the main groove so that the edge of the coin touches the tread and Lincoln’s head is upside down. If the top of Lincoln’s head remains visible from the groove, the tires are fully worn. Some new tires on the market have innovative tread wear indicators to alert drivers when their tires need replacing. In fact, all new models from Nokian Tyres come fitted with a Driving Safety Indicator (DSI) that indicates how much tread is remaining, as well as a raindrop or snowflake symbol that appears once the tire has worn down to the point where the vehicle could handle unsafely on wet roads. 3. Minimize tread wear through proper inflation. To help extend tread life, maximize fuel economy and optimize a vehicle’s performance, it’s important to check a tire’s air pressure once per month in the summer and twice per month in the spring and fall when there are large fluctuations in temperature. Tire over-and under-inflation cause tread to wear quicker than normal and can potentially result in a dangerous blowout. Additionally, under-inflation will cause your vehicle to use more fuel (or reduce range in an electric vehicle) and diminish the performance of your vehicle as it requires more effort to for the car to move. For the most accurate pressure reading, check the tires while they are still cold. Driving heats up the tires causing the air inside to expand resulting with an inaccurate reading. The correct tire pressure for the vehicle and tire size combination can be found on a placard in the driver’s door jamb, on the inside of the gas cap, or in the vehicle’s owner’s manual. Remember also to check the pressure of the vehicle’s spare tire (if equipped). Drivers should keep these simple tips in mind throughout the spring and summer to help ensure a safe driving vehicle and to get the most out of their tires.
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF MAY 2DELABOLE 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 ROUTE 191 (WASHINGTON TWP) Ackermanville Road and Plush Road will experience delays and lane restriction until May 6 from ROUTE 33 (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Kromer Road and Belfast will experience delays and lane restriction May 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm MARTINS CREEK BANGOR HWY (WASHINGTON TWP) Between True Blue AND Mt. Pleasant will experience delays and lane restriction May 2 to May 6 from 9:00am to 2:00pm ROUTE 33 SOUTH BOUND (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Belfast AND PA 191 will experience delays and lane restriction May 3 from 9:00am to 2:00pm ROUTE 33 NORTH BOUND (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Route 191 and Belfast will experience delays and lane restriction May 5 from 9:00am to 2:00pm ROUTE 33 SOUTH BOUND (STOCKERTOWN) Between PA 191 AND Tatamy will experience delays and lane restriction May 4 from 9:00am to 2:00pm STATE PARK ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Sullivan Trail AND Jacobsburg Road will experience delays and lane restriction May 6 from 9:00am to 2:00pm 
Senior Center Bus TripsSlate Belt Senior Center is sponsoring a bus trip to the Rainbow Dinner Theater, Lancaster area for the production of "The Perfect Wedding"June 23rd, 9:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. .They are also sponsoring a bus Trip to Sight & Sound Theater , Lancaster area for the production of Samson, meal at Shady Maples, July 28th, 9:30 A.M.-8:00 P.M.
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, May 12, 7 PM - "The Crystal Laundry" - presented by Harvey Drury
Thursday, June 16, 7 PM - (moved to 3rd Thursday because of high school graduation) - "Slate Belt Heritage Center Preservation Awards Ceremony". Three recipients will be awarded for Architectural, Special Focus, and Initiative achievements. Thursday, 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 ScheduleAnnual Arts Fair May 1; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo May 1; Free Classes Week May 2; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo June 5; Summer Camps I June 13 - 17; New Adult Classes June 20; Jazz-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. BHS Class of 1986 Scholarship A memorial scholarship was established in 1997 by the Bangor Area High School Class of 1986 to honor the memory of deceased classmates. It is named in Gary Moffett's honor because he not only served as Class Treasurer, but he also touched the lives of all who had the privilege to know him. They have since dedicated this memorial scholarship to recognize other classmates who have passed in recent years: David Pritchard, Cherry Oyer Klinger, Frank Lisovich, Melissa Fox Niceforo, and Kelly Cory.
A scholarship award of $500.00 will continue to be presented annually to a member of the graduating senior class at Bangor High School who best exemplifies the qualities which Gary embodied -- leadership, friendship, service, character, and scholastic achievement. The recipient is chosen by Gary's wonderful and loving family, and is announced during Commencement. Anyone interested in applying for the scholarship should see the guidance counselor at Bangor High School. 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.
Salvation Army Camp The Salvation Army in Pen Argyl has several slots available for overnight Summer Camp in the Poconos. Please call for more information. (610) 863-6677
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. May 2Weona Park Pool Pals Meeting Weona Park Pool Pals will hold a meeting Mon. May 2, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. If you are interested in having a community pool in Pen Argyl and want to do it without raising taxes, you share our goal, so please come! www.facebook.com/WeonaPPP
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May 8East Bangor UMC Mother's Day On Sunday, May 8th, at the 9:15 a.m. worship service the East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will honor all mothers. There will be a presentation by the Sunday School and a gift will be given to all ladies present. The choir will serve refreshments after the service. Pastor David Goss welcomes the community to attend this special service to celebrate mothers. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.
May 9Jacobsburg ParkMonday Morning Birds & Beans
Monday, May 9, 7:00-9:00 AM Rise and shine! Join us for some delicious shade-grown coffee followed by a bird walk through Jacobsburg in search of Neotropical migrants. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring binoculars. Meet at the visitor center. Registration is not required. Bangor Park Volleyball Program The Bangor Park Volleyball Program will hold its annual league registration from 7 to 8 PM on Monday, May 9 at Bangor Memorial Park under the pavilion next to the volleyball courts. The league, in existence for over three decades, will include women’s A and B leagues, co-ed league and a men’s league. The B league is less competitive. Team representatives will submit a copy of their team roster and a check for $150 made payable to Bangor Borough. Those who are unable to attend the meeting should contact league director Marc Ennico at 484.819.0898 or BangorParkVolleyball@gmail.com. The deadline to submit payment and roster is Friday, May 20. The women’s leagues will play on Mondays, co-ed league on Tuesdays and men’s league on Thursdays. Games will begin promptly at 7 PM for all leagues.
May 10Lunch with an Author Lunch with Karen Katchur, a local author! May 10 at 12 PM at Grace United Methodist Church, 404 E. Mountain Avenue, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. Enjoy soup, sandwich, snack, dessert, and a beverage as Katchur discusses and signs copies of her book, The Secrets of Lake Road. (This book is the June book group selection).
Tickets are just $10 each and on sale from April 8 (at the appraisal and auction event at SBNBC) through May 7 (at the library). May 11
May 13Family Night: Stream SearchFriday, May 13, 6:00-7:30 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. 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. May 14
May 15Bangor Borough Farmers Market
The Bangor Borough Farmers Market will begin Sunday, May 15th, from 11-3pm in the LARGE parking lot at the intersection of Main and Market streets in Bangor.
They are looking for VENDORS to sell LOCALLY grown produce, meats ,cheeses and/or handmade goods and products. For fee schedule and vendor agreement contact HomesWithBrooke@gmail.com or 484-212-1922. May 16Monday Morning Birds & BeansMonday, May 16, 7:00-9:00 AM
Rise and shine! Come for some delicious shade-grown coffee followed by a bird walk through Jacobsburg in search of Neotropical migrants. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars. Meet at the visitor center. Registration is not 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. May 17
May 20Relay For Life The Relay for Life will be held from 4pm May 20 to 4pm Saturday May 21 at Bangor Memorial Park. FMI: www.relayforlife.org/paslatebelt.
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May 28Troop 81 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale Troop 81 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale will be held May 28 at Community Presbyterian Church, Route 611, Mt Bethel (7am - 4pm)
Calling all Yard Sale Enthusiasts, Crafters and Vendors for the 2nd Annual Girl Scout Troop 81 Community Yard Sale Event. Please reserve your space now for just $10/space, or $15 for two Join them for a day of bargains, lunch and some fantastic bake sale selections. The girls are raising money for their trip to ALASKA this June and could use your support! Now accepting donations for their yard sale, or book a spot for your own sales! As always, thank you so much for supporting the Girl Scout Troop. To reserve a spot (or 3!), or to make a donation, please contact Lori Laubach @ 610-597-8483!! All help is welcome. May 30Family FishingMonday, May 30, 9:00 AM-12:00 noon
This introductory program includes hands-on fishing instruction and is geared toward ages 8 through 80! You’ll learn basic fishing skills like casting, baiting a hook, knot tying and how to take a fish off the hook. Equipment and bait will be provided and licenses are not required. This program is only open to families who have not participated in 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. June 11
June 23Pennsylvania 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
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.
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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. APRIL ACTIVITIES
For Meal Reservations please call by 10:00 one day prior before the meal. Cancellations must be done as soon as possible. Lunch is served at 11:30 A.M. Morning Stretch Monday Thursday, Friday, 9:15 A.M. Pool Tables are available every morning and most afternoons Assembly and Decorating Bird Houses $5.00. Sign in at front desk Craft & Chat Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M. Zumba Gold Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M. Brush Away with Senior Artists Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M. Afternoon with the arts Thursdays, 12:15-3:30 P.M. Friday, April 29 Morning Stretch, 9:15 A.M. Walking Club 9:30 A.M. May Activities
and Special Events: Morning Stretch: Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:15 A.M. Walking Club: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:30 A.M. Zumba Gold: Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M. & Fridays, May 6, 13, 27 Craft & Chat: Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M. Mini exercise: Tuesdays 1:30 P.M. and Thursdays, May 5, 19, 26 1:30 P.M. Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M. Exercise, Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 A.M. Medicare Bingo, Tuesday, May 3 & 24, 9:30 A.M. Bus Trip to the Casino, Tuesday, May 3 AARP Meeting, Monday, May 9, 12:30 P.M. Day of Pampering (registration required) Thursday, May 12, 1:00-3:00 P.M. Music by J. .T. Carter, Friday, May 20, 12:30 P.M. Baseball, Friday, May 27, 10:00 A.M. 1st Annual Coloring Contest, Friday, May 27 (if interested see Joan for picture) New Books at
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