SLATE BELT WEATHER MAY 23TODAY - Isolated showers before noon, then scattered showers and thunderstorms between noon and 2pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. TONIGHT - Scattered showers, mainly before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. 
Participants walk the track at the Relay for Life Saturday morning at Bangor Memorial Park. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
St. Luke’s Creates Region’s First Bariatric Surgery Fellowship
Bethlehem, PA – St. Luke’s University Health Network’s Bariatric Surgery program earned the right to create a fellowship in its surgical weight loss program. St. Luke’s fellowship program request recently was approved by the Fellowship Council, a national body that oversees training physicians in advanced surgical specialties. Additionally, the Foundation for Surgical Fellowships, an organization that provides funding for graduate medical training, has approved a grant for $20,000 to cover associated costs with the program. Dr. Maher El Chaar, will serve as the fellowship director and Dr Leonardo Claros will be the co-fellowship director. Dr. El Chaar will report quarterly to the fellowship council and hopes the new will rapidly grow to include two more fellowship positions in the near future. St. Luke’s is the region’s only Health Network to have a bariatric fellowship program. The process to put it in place began almost two years ago. “To become qualified, a program must meet rigorous requirements including a specific case volume, achievement of high quality outcomes, commitment to education, strong presence in national meetings and also peer reviewed publications and, of course, the organization’s overall academic excellence,” El Chaar says. A program must also perform a robust and diverse set of procedures that show very positive outcomes. “St. Luke’s is a high-volume Bariatric Center that performs up to 450 procedures each year,” El Chaar says. “Comparatively speaking, the Cleveland Clinic performs about 500 procedures a year at its main and satellite locations,” he says. “In the coming weeks, we will choose a surgical resident who will have completed five years of surgical residency by this time next year. The surgical resident will begin his or her bariatric specialty training at St. Luke’s after graduation, in June or July 2017,” El Chaar says. St. Luke’s Bariatric Surgery program was also recently named an accredited center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program, an organization dedicated to reviewing standards and accreditation process for surgical weight loss programs 
Bangor's Landon LaBar was the winning pitcher after he entered the game in relief in the fifth inning and didn't allow another run during Bangor's (22-0) Colonial League Championship win Thursday night by defeating Northwestern 4-2 in a game played at Parkland. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Baseball/Softball District XI Playoffs
Bangor winning pitcher Erin Happel is all smiles after the Slaters' 2-1 win over Catasauqua to win their second Colonial League title in three years in a game played at Pates Park in Allentown Thursday night. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Library Fund Raiser The Blue Mountain Community Library would like to encourage everyone in the area to come to DETZI’S TAVERN, 570 Lehigh Ave. (RT.512) in Wind Gap, PA on Monday, May 23rd, between the hours of 4:00 and 9:00 PM. Detzi’s has generously agreed to donate a portion of their sales during those hours to the library.
To participate in the Fundraiser, you must have a coupon to give to your waitress, which will then be attached to the receipt. The coupons can be picked up at the library during the hours of operation or at the Tavern that night. Members of the Board of Directors of the Library will be at the door with coupons. Please come to Detzi’s and help the Blue Mountain Community Library. All those on the Board wish to extend their thanks and appreciation to Detzi’s for their support. Call Lisa from 10 am-Noon at 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find BMCL on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. 
Rachel Kromer plays the cymbals during the Bangor High School Band held concert Friday evening at the Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at the School. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Radio Club Meeting Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its meeting Thursday, June 2, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: Brian Harrison / KN4R from North Carolina with an eye-opening Special Presentation in Pennsylvania, “How radio played an integral role in a legendary mystery”. Hams and others interested are always welcome. Directions: http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. FMI: www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286.
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NCC to Offer Practices of Successful Leaders Participants can learn to be high-performing leaders at a 3-day program, Practices of Successful Leadership, from Wednesday, June 8 through Friday, June 10, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. each day at Northampton Community College’s Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
The program will get to the heart of leadership by combining facilitator-led reviews of leadership research with a 360-degree assessment tool and interactive exercises along with individual and group processes, and video case studies. The fee is $1,400. For questions, call 610-332-8668. To enroll, visit Northampton.edu/lifelearn. 
May 23Connections 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 Bangor School Board Business Meeting - Slater Conference Room , 7:30. Bangor Borough Council - Workshop, Bee Hive, 7:00pm Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARBizarre...Tarantulas Terrorize Passengers
WASHINGTON, (UPI) -- Not one, but two large tarantulas stowed away in a recent passenger flight to Canada, terrorizing all on board.
The spiders scurried across the floor of an Air Transat flight from the Dominican Republic to Montreal in April, and passengers are reportedly still filing complaints. Recounting her harrowing tale of coming eye-to-eye with one of the hairy arachnids, passenger Catherine Moreau said she was wearing a skirt when one crawled up her leg. "I brushed [it] away and it started tickling me again," she told CBC News. "That's when I noticed the tarantula." "It was during the meal," she said to French-language outlet, Radio-Canada. "My husband managed to catch the spider in a plastic container, but it wriggled its legs out. My daughter was crying, she was in shock." She said flight attendants were at a loss of what to do and others were too afraid to come near the large creeper. Air Transat flight attendant union Vice President Julie Roberts said they "did what they could to calm people down." "They gave first aid to the person who said that a spider climbed [her] legs," Roberts said, according to CBC. Passengers were then asked to cover their ankles and feet. A second spider remained at large, causing fright among many of the Air Transat customers. It was caught by a federal agent once the flight landed in Montreal. An entomologist at the University of Montreal said the tarantulas were likely a common species found in the Dominican Republic, and may have been hidden by a passenger who intended to sell them. "The market for live tarantulas is very lucrative," Etienne Normandin said, adding that although aggressive, the spiders' venom is not very strong.
Health...Steps to a Healthier Summer
(BPT) - Summer’s arrival means more time outdoors and partaking in warm weather fun with family and friends. If your New Year’s resolution to be healthier has fallen by the wayside, summer can be a great time to reinvigorate your efforts.Here are 10 simple things you and your family can do — one for every week of the break — to have a healthier summer:
1. Spend time with Mother Nature. Take advantage of the warmer temperatures and reap the physical and mental health benefits of spending time with nature. You don’t have to travel far to a hiking trail or the distant woods (although go for it if that’s your thing); nature is right in your backyard. A walk in a nearby park or an hour in the garden can deliver the health benefits of communing with nature. 2. Get serious about sunscreen. With more time outdoors, make sure to be diligent about applying sunscreen, especially when you’re outside for several hours. One in five people will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. When selecting a sunscreen, make sure it is SPF 30 or higher, broad spectrum and water resistant to effectively protect your skin. 3. Make more healthful meals at home. Eating out too much isn’t good for your health. You’re more likely to overeat and make poor nutritional choices when at a restaurant. “Cooking is the best way to make sure you are informed with what you are eating – because you are selecting everything in the dish you are preparing,” says Rebecca Lewis, a registered dietitian at HelloFresh, a meal-kit delivery service which makes cooking at home simple, quick and rewarding for subscribers. Each kit features two to five meals depending on your desired box, step-by-step directions, and all the ingredients you need to make cooking easy, fast and enjoyable. Visit hellofresh.com/healthy to learn more about how the service works and redeem a special offer. 4. Learn to love water. Hydration is essential to a healthier life and summer heat can make it hard to stay hydrated, especially if you’re not a fan of water. Rather than opting for sugary drinks or caffeinated soda, flavor your water with a classic lemon or lime wedge, or a unique mixture of strawberry and basil. 5. Take up yoga. Increasing your physical activity is important to health, but it’s not always fun to sweat it out in the gym or jog along a hot road on a summer day. Try taking up yoga, which can be tailored to people of all ages and fitness levels. Yoga improves both your physical and mental health, including increased flexibility and strength, as well as better breathing, according to the American Osteopathic Association. 6. Start hanging out at the farmer's market. Fresh, seasonal produce is one of the perks of summer. In addition stocking your pantry and fridge with foods that are good for you and taste great, a trip to the farmer's market means some extra exercise as you walk the open-air aisles. “Variety is the key to eating more fruits and veggies," Lewis says. "What better way to see the variety of the season than at a farmer’s market? It’s there you’ll find treasures on a smaller local scale that your local grocery store doesn’t carry!” 7. Floss daily. More than a quarter of adult Americans fib to their dentists about flossing, according to a survey by the American Academy of Periodontology. Flossing daily benefits more than your dental health; it helps prevent periodontal disease, which has been linked to a host of other serious health issues. Not to mention, flossing will make your teeth looking brighter. 8. Find a new night-time home for your phone. If you sleep with your phone by your bed, chances are it’s caused you to go to bed later or disrupted your sleep with a new text or alert. To get a more restorative and healthy sleep, stop looking at your phone 30 minutes before going to bed to help mentally wind down, then keep it in a separate room to eliminate any disturbances. 9. Make time to nap. If you're like most Americans, you probably don't get a full eight hours of sleep each night (even if you do stow your cellphone away from the bed). Napping for even just 20 minutes can help you feel more rested throughout the day. And few experiences are more relaxing and restorative than a nap in the shade on a summer afternoon. 10. Laugh it up! It’s summer! Enjoy it with family, friends and lots of laughter. Laughing benefits your physical and mental health, increasing the oxygen intake and endorphins in your brain. It’s also a great stress reliever, so learn a new joke, find a funny meme, or attend a comedy show.
Food....Fuel Your Day with Super Foods
(BPT) - With groggy eyes and slow movements, you peel yourself out of bed each day. Between the morning and afternoon slumps, you long for the energy of your youth. Does this sound familiar? Then you'll be glad to know about five superfoods that can help energize you from the inside out, so you can feel your best all day.
As a registered dietician, nutrition expert at On Target Living, and author of the newly released cookbook "Target To Table: Delicious & Healthy Meals One Superfood at a Time," Kristen Johnson understands that food plays a big role in health and wellness, and believes there's no such thing as anti-aging - only aging well. Here are the five energizing superfoods Johnson recommends to fuel your body the healthy way. 1. Ancient grains "Ancient grains have remained virtually untouched and unchanged for thousands of years compared to modern wheat or corn that's been bred for higher yield and drought resistance," says Johnson. Ancient grains are extremely high in protein, fiber and minerals. Johnson notes these grains can be helpful in managing inflammation and are a great source of energizing B vitamins for the brain and body. Ancient grains include spelt, quinoa, chia, amaranth, buckwheat, wheat berries, kamut, freekah, bulgur, barley, sorghum, teff, millet, oats, wild rice and farro. These grains can be used to make hot dishes similar to oatmeal, or can be cooked and used in salads and entrees. 2. Omega-3 fats "Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the human cell, meaning they supply the body with energy. The better you feed the mitochondria, the healthier and better performing the cell will be," explains Johnson. "Cell membranes must be permeable to allow the cell to be fed and allow 'fuel' for the mitochondria. The omega-3 fats EPA & DHA found in fish and algae are a great way to make the cell soft and permeable. This will help to fuel the body and improve energy and stamina." Our bodies cannot make omega-3 fats naturally, and therefore they must come from food or supplements, notes Johnson. "Because fresh, cold-water, wild-caught fish is not always available, I often recommend a high-quality supplement like Nordic Naturals orange-flavored Arctic Cod Liver Oil," says Johnson. Cod liver oil has naturally occurring vitamin D that is needed to absorb calcium, an important factor for bone health. Nordic Naturals Arctic Cod Liver Oil is a great source of the omega-3s EPA and DHA that help contributes to a healthy heart and brain, hormonal balance, and a healthy immune response. Simply take 1 tablespoon daily or add to your smoothies or salad dressings. 3. Spirulina and chlorella "Spirulina and chlorella are fresh-water algae that are super high in chlorophyll, which is extremely energizing for the body," says Johnson. "Because spirulina and chlorella are cell-builders, they also help to build the immune system and can help prevent you from getting sick." Spirulina and chlorella are also very cleansing and detoxifying, which helps improve digestion. Because both are high in protein, they are also great for vegans. Swallow (don't chew) the tablets with water 15-20 minutes prior to eating. Aim for 10-20 tablets a day. 4. Cacao Cacao is the raw, unprocessed form of chocolate. It is high in magnesium, manganese, zinc, and iron. Johnson notes that cacao has many potential health benefits, including supporting brain and heart health, mood, healthy body weight, and energy. Cacao can also enhance relaxation and promote a better night's sleep. Because it is high in magnesium, it has also been shown to help build muscle and aid in muscle recovery. Cacao also contains more antioxidants than red wine, green tea and blueberries. Cacao nibs are easy to consume and can be mixed in oatmeal, smoothies or trail mix. You can also blend cacao nibs or cacao powder with coconut or almond milk and a little bit of honey in a blender for a healthy version of chocolate milk or hot chocolate. 5. Coconut "Coconuts contain a healthy saturated fat high in lauric, capric, and caprylic acids, which have antiviral and antifungal properties and help contribute to healthy digestion," says Johnson. "Coconuts also contain medium-chain fatty acids (MCTs) that can enhance energy and metabolism." Coconut water, coconut milk and shredded coconut are all great options to add to your diet. Using virgin coconut oil is also a great way to sneak in more coconut when cooking, baking, or snacking. Simply use it in place of oil in cooking and butter in baking. It's great for spreading on bread and for making popcorn, too.
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF MAY 23DELABOLE 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. ROUTE 191 (BANGOR) Between Messinger St. and Stiles Road expect delays and lane restriction May 23 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. ROUTE 33 (SOUTH BOUND) Between Hecktown and William Penn HWY) expect delays and lane restriction May 23 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. ROUTE 33 (NORTH BOUND) Between Route 22 and William Penn HWY) expect delays and lane restriction May 24 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, 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 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. 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 23Library Fund Raiser The Blue Mountain Community Library would like to encourage everyone in the area to come to DETZI’S TAVERN, 570 Lehigh Ave. (RT.512) in Wind Gap, PA on Monday, May 23rd, between the hours of 4:00 and 9:00 PM. Detzi’s has generously agreed to donate a portion of their sales during those hours to the library.
To participate in the Fundraiser, you must have a coupon to give to your waitress, which will then be attached to the receipt. The coupons can be picked up at the library during the hours of operation or at the Tavern that night. Members of the Board of Directors of the Library will be at the door with coupons. Please come to Detzi’s and help the Blue Mountain Community Library. All those on the Board wish to extend their thanks and appreciation to Detzi’s for their support. Call Lisa from 10 am-Noon at 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find BMCL on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. May 26Mattei Plans First Town Hall Meeting In his bid for State Representative of the 137th District, Dave Mattei will begin to hold Town Hall Meetings in various locations around his district that, when elected, he will continue during his tenure. Mattei believes in bringing good ole grass roots back by knocking on doors himself, making personal phone calls, and having Town Hall Meetings. Mattei states, “My first priority in my campaign is to listen to the people of the district and be a visible community presence for them to talk with.” Mattei goes on to explain that the essence of being an effective State Representative is to listen to the constituents, hear what they have to say, process all of that information along with research so that his policy and vote reflect his districts needs and priorities.
He wants his Town Hall Meetings to be informal where the exchange of conversation is productive and friendly. Mattei will kick off his Town Hall Meetings at the Roseto American Legion located at 143 Garibaldi Avenue, Roseto on May 26th at 6pm and is open to all within the district. Light refreshments will be served. May 27Memorial Weekend Concert & Dinner A Memorial Weekend Concert & Dinner featuring patriotic ladies’ duo “Letters From Home” will be hosted by Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 6:30 PM. All are welcome to enjoy the 1940s-style show honoring our military veterans. Doors open and food will be served at 6:30 PM, followed by the concert at 7:00. Admission is free, and a love offering will be taken for the group.
Directions to the church may be found at mounteatonchurch.org. For more information, please contact the church office at 570-992-7050 or office@mounteatonchurch.org. 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 29Meet Safe Haven Dogs at Flea Market Meet Safe Haven dogs on Sunday 5/29 from 11-3 at Flea Market at Grapevine Antiques, at the corner of Routes 115 & 209 in Brodheadsville (behind CVS).
Safe Haven will have many young dogs available for you to meet and possibly adopt . Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 800 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs. "Saving one dog won't change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever." For more information about Safe Haven Dog Rescue, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. May 30
June 1Casino Training Free Information Session Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold a free information session on its casino training program on Wednesday, June 1, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the NCC Fowler Southside Center, room 627, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. Casino training classes will begin on Monday, June 27.
For more information about the information session, call 610-332-6580 or e-mail hospitality@northampton.edu. . June 2Radio Club Meeting Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its meeting Thursday, June 2, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: Brian Harrison / KN4R from North Carolina with an eye-opening Special Presentation in Pennsylvania, “How radio played an integral role in a legendary mystery”. Hams and others interested are always welcome. Directions: http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. FMI: www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286.
. June 4Blue Valley Acres (Dotta's) Yard Sale Blue Valley Acres (Dotta's) will hold its annual community yard sale from 8:00am to 4:00pm Saturday, June 4.
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Portland Community Yard Sales Town wide yard sales, Portland Borough on June 11th, rain or shine. Vendors wanted. If you live outside the Borough of Portland you can participate in the event by having a spot in the Fire Hall lot. For more info. please call Stephanie Steele 610-216-6716, Cindy Fish 973-600-7120 or email portlandboroughpa@gmail.com .
Specialty Bingo at Trinity ELC Specialty Bingo sponsored by Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Women’s Group will be held Saturday, June 11, 2016 in the Church Fellowship Hall at Fourth Street and Broadway, Bangor.
Doors open at 1:00 pm and bingo begins at 2:00 pm. Advance tickets cost $20.00 and tickets at the door are $25.00. Call the church office at 610-588-2023 for tickets or stop by the church between 8 am and 3 pm Monday through Thursday. Checks can be made to TELC Women. There are 15 regular games and 5 specials. Prizes include Vera Bradley, Coach purses, Thirty-one, Premier Jewelry, Keurig w/Carafe and more with 50-50, special raffles, tricky tray and door prizes. Food available for purchase Third Annual Lehigh Valley Hopsfest Bethlehem, PA – With over 110 beers to sample and reps from over 54 different breweries to meet, the Celtic Cultural Alliance’s 3rd Annual Lehigh Valley HopsFest is a magnet for Lehigh Valley beer aficionados. The third annual event will take place at Main and Lehigh Streets (location of the Celtic Classic competition field) in Downtown Bethlehem on Saturday, June 11.
The CCA, host of the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival, has set out to create one of the largest beer tastings in the Lehigh Valley. Lehigh Valley HopsFest brings together hundreds of beer lovers and Celtic enthusiasts alike. Tickets will be on sale at www.celticfest.org. Lehigh Valley HopsFest doors open at 11:45am for *VIP ticket holders ($75pp) and includes early entry tastings, a souvenir tasting glass, exclusive beer and selection of products for VIP’s only and lunch. (*VIP ticket holders will enjoy special products from: Boston Beer Co., HiJinx, LaQuintas, Newport Storm, Roy-Pitz, River Horse, Weyerbacher, Flying Fish, Stoudts, Two Rivers with more to come). For General Admission ticket holders ($40) doors open at 1:00pm and includes a sampling cup and 100+ beer products from 55 +breweries to sample. A special Designated Driver ticket is $10.00 and includes entrance with ticket holder, soft drinks, water and snacks. Given its expansive variety of styles, flavors and components, craft beer is among the most approachable beverages to enjoy. Lehigh Valley HopsFest attendees will have the opportunity to converse with brewery owners and the personalities behind the craft brewed beer being served. Additional food and snacks will be available for purchase throughout the day. Attendees will enjoy beers from over 55 breweries, hailing from numerous states and representing regions of the country. Attendee must be 21+ with a valid ID to enter. No outside food or drink allowed. No pets allowed. Lehigh Valley HopsFest attendance supports educational and cultural programming in sustaining CCA’s mission statement to promote and preserve the Celtic culture. “This fundraiser will help us to continue to bring new and interesting cultural experiences to the community.” We received so many inquiries, that a 3rd Lehigh Valley HopsFest wasn’t even a question,” said Jayne Ann Recker, Executive Director of the Celtic Cultural Alliance. “We believe Lehigh Valley HopsFest is uniquely tailored to fit the Lehigh Valley scene in a way that genuinely speaks to both the city’s love of Celtic Classic and beer culture. We are very, very excited.” For complete information and tickets, visit www.celticfest.com. |
June 12
Mount Eaton Vacation Bible School Registration
Deep Sea Discovery is an exciting vacation Bible school program for kids age 4 years old though 6th grade being held at Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA! Join us June 20-24 from 6:30-8:30 PM each night. There is no charge, but registration is required. Please visit mounteatonchurch.org and click on the calendar tab to register by June 12.
Directions to the church may be found at mounteatonchurch.org. For more information, please contact the church office at 570-992-7050 or email office@mounteatonchurch.org.
Directions to the church may be found at mounteatonchurch.org. For more information, please contact the church office at 570-992-7050 or email office@mounteatonchurch.org.
June 16
Heritage Center 2016 Preservation Awards
The Slate Belt Heritage Center is proud to announce the recipients of its' 2016 Preservation Award. Through this presentation the Heritage Center acknowledges those individuals who have performed exemplary acts toward promoting and preserving the culture and heritage of the Slate Belt. Candidates may be an individual or a group and can be self nominated or by another party. The three winners and their respective categories are as follows:
Anna Caldera
The Initiative Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in promoting and preserving the Slate Belt Heritage through In-Kind actions. This years recipient is Ms. Anna Caldera. Ms. Caldera played an integral part in editing all seven (7) books in the Heritage Center's "Ethnic Heritage Series". She volunteered, working countless hours advising and making adaptations along with the authors to produce prominent literary publications without thought of compensation. She has shown patience and guidance every stop of the way, making the ethnic project a huge success. Additionally she has co-authored "A Great Miracle Happened Here": The Jews of the Slate Belt and has also authored a book on the "Trail Trees of the Native Americans".
Gage Parachos
The Architectural Award is presented to an individual who has performed an exemplary act in saving or conserving a historic building, place or artifact where restoration is authentic to preservation. This years recipient is Mr. Gage Parachos. Mr. Parachos completed, as an Eagle Scout project, the restoration of the historic Portland Jail. Mr. Parachos repaired, plastered and sealed the stone walls, rebuilt the wood flooring, restored the jail windows and original door (found buried in the dirt) and placed artifacts to enhance the replication. He documented his work from beginning to end with a scrapbook of pictures. He followed up the project with clearing the grounds, making the walkway accessible and did exterior painting which enhanced his work.
Joe DeFranco
The Special Focus Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in saving or conserving tradition or a body of knowledge: that individual who contributes to educational information via documentation. This years recipient is Mr. Joseph DeFranco. Mr. DeFranco has always enjoyed telling stories to friends, reading articles about Italy, food magazines and cookbooks, along with being surrounded by his grandparents who had the greatest influence on him. All of this has inspired him to write vignettes for the Blue Valley times, Slate Belt Magazine: The Belt and Beyond and subsequently publishing his own book "Growing Up in the Butcher Shop". Mr. DeFranco strived to keep the old customs alive so that the younger generation will have an idea as to his way of life growing up in the sixties, in a butcher shop and also for the older generations to reminisce days gone by. His efforts to conserve the Italian traditions via of educational information and documentation of his families heritage has earned him this reward.
A ceremony to honor all three achievements will be held on Thursday, June 16th at 7:00 PM at the Heritage Center located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA The event is free and open to the public. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615
Anna Caldera
The Initiative Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in promoting and preserving the Slate Belt Heritage through In-Kind actions. This years recipient is Ms. Anna Caldera. Ms. Caldera played an integral part in editing all seven (7) books in the Heritage Center's "Ethnic Heritage Series". She volunteered, working countless hours advising and making adaptations along with the authors to produce prominent literary publications without thought of compensation. She has shown patience and guidance every stop of the way, making the ethnic project a huge success. Additionally she has co-authored "A Great Miracle Happened Here": The Jews of the Slate Belt and has also authored a book on the "Trail Trees of the Native Americans".
Gage Parachos
The Architectural Award is presented to an individual who has performed an exemplary act in saving or conserving a historic building, place or artifact where restoration is authentic to preservation. This years recipient is Mr. Gage Parachos. Mr. Parachos completed, as an Eagle Scout project, the restoration of the historic Portland Jail. Mr. Parachos repaired, plastered and sealed the stone walls, rebuilt the wood flooring, restored the jail windows and original door (found buried in the dirt) and placed artifacts to enhance the replication. He documented his work from beginning to end with a scrapbook of pictures. He followed up the project with clearing the grounds, making the walkway accessible and did exterior painting which enhanced his work.
Joe DeFranco
The Special Focus Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in saving or conserving tradition or a body of knowledge: that individual who contributes to educational information via documentation. This years recipient is Mr. Joseph DeFranco. Mr. DeFranco has always enjoyed telling stories to friends, reading articles about Italy, food magazines and cookbooks, along with being surrounded by his grandparents who had the greatest influence on him. All of this has inspired him to write vignettes for the Blue Valley times, Slate Belt Magazine: The Belt and Beyond and subsequently publishing his own book "Growing Up in the Butcher Shop". Mr. DeFranco strived to keep the old customs alive so that the younger generation will have an idea as to his way of life growing up in the sixties, in a butcher shop and also for the older generations to reminisce days gone by. His efforts to conserve the Italian traditions via of educational information and documentation of his families heritage has earned him this reward.
A ceremony to honor all three achievements will be held on Thursday, June 16th at 7:00 PM at the Heritage Center located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA The event is free and open to the public. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615
June 18
Class of 1973 Bus Trip
The Class of 1973 will sponsor a bus trip Saturday June 18, 2016 to Mohegan Sun casino at Pocono Downs, Wilkes Barre.
Bus ride by J and J transportation, 55 seats. Cost is $30 for the bus and you get $25 in slot money plus a $5 food voucher.
Leaving Weis market in Pen Argyl at 3:00pm and return home to Weis market by 11:00pm.
There will be horse racing going on too.
Enjoy a fun ride to the casino, plus a snack Please bring a valid I. d. with you.
Call Margaret Marsh at 610-417-0461 to reserve a seat. Rsvp by May 18, 2016
Bus ride by J and J transportation, 55 seats. Cost is $30 for the bus and you get $25 in slot money plus a $5 food voucher.
Leaving Weis market in Pen Argyl at 3:00pm and return home to Weis market by 11:00pm.
There will be horse racing going on too.
Enjoy a fun ride to the casino, plus a snack Please bring a valid I. d. with you.
Call Margaret Marsh at 610-417-0461 to reserve a seat. Rsvp by May 18, 2016
June 23
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
June 27
Bangor 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.
September 23
Bethlehem Celtic Fest 2016
BETHLEHEM, 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.
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.
Ask The Doc........
Technology can be wonderful!
by Dr. Gary Williams, DMD
garywilliamsdmd.com
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
garywilliamsdmd.com
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
Slate Belt Senior Center
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.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, 27
Craft & Chat: Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Mini exercise: Tuesdays 1:30 P.M. and Thursdays, May 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.
Baseball, Friday, May 27, 10:00 A.M.
1st Annual Coloring Contest, Friday, May 27
(if interested see Joan for picture)
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, 27
Craft & Chat: Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Mini exercise: Tuesdays 1:30 P.M. and Thursdays, May 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.
Baseball, Friday, May 27, 10:00 A.M.
1st Annual Coloring Contest, Friday, May 27
(if interested see Joan for picture)
Pen Argyl - May 2016
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