SLATE BELT WEATHER MAY 6TODAY - Showers. The rain could be heavy at times. High near 50. Northeast wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. TONIGHT - Showers. Low around 46. East wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. 
Bangor Softball hosted Senior Night on Thursday at Bangor. Featured in the picture is Erin Happel escorted by her parents. The Lady Slaters won 10-0 against Palmerton, Dani Fey hit a two-run home run in the bottom of the fifth to end the game. Their record is 14-2. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
The Busy Village of Flicksville by Larry Cory
If you are looking for information about modern-day Flicksville you’re not likely to find much. You would learn that it is located in Washington Township and it has a few residents and a few businesses. If you were looking for a hotel you wouldn’t find one; if you were looking for a train to leave town, you wouldn’t find one; or if you were looking for a place to send your kids to school you wouldn’t find that either. The Flicksville of today could best be described as a peaceful village in Northampton County and its one main road bends about midway through town. “If you were driving through the “S” curve you would have to negotiate the curve with some difficulty,” says Flicksville historian, Dr. Michael Haas. “In a blink of the eye you would miss the village of Flicksville.” However, back in a time before cars one would have time to notice that there was much to do and see. Just north of the present day s-curve, one would have found a grist mill which was owned by Caspar Flick, the son of John Flick. If you are thinking that this is how Flicksville got its name that is a reasonable assumption. According to Dr. Haas, a veterinarian by day, the mill was on the site as early as 1792 and owned by Samuel Rothrock as part of a 73-acre parcel of land. Nearly 224 years later the shell of that mill is still standing, and there are still traces of the mill race which powered the mill. Caspar Flick purchased the mill from Phillip Sholl in 1804. Sholl, listed as a miller, farmer and physician (amazing man) originally acquired the mill through a sheriff’s sale. Flick operated the mill until 1830 when Michael Cressman took possession until 1883. Thomas McFall then owned the mill from 1885 until 1924. Just a few yards south was the Flicksville Hotel and across the street was a store. “This was a bustling place,” said Dr. Haas. Making a turn just past Flick’s grist mill one would take the bridge to Ackermanville. On that road one would find a school, and you could board a train at the depot that would take you to Nazareth or Portland. There was also a school at that spot that stands today. Traveling south from the grist mills there was Bill Reddinger’s blacksmith shop that dates back to 1895. A short distance from there was the location of John Pysher’s sawmill that was built along Martin’s Creek (once called Smalley’s Creek) in the late 1700s. There was also a church and Silver Star Park. The park was in existence from 1903-1929 and had cabins in the back for lease. 
Purple Bows Mark Route to Relay for Life The purple bows are being hung around town by the Girl Scout Slate Belt Service Unit 703 to show everyone the route to Relay For Life. It's not to late to sign up and plan on attending relay.
This year's relay if May 20 and 21 at Bangor Park from 4:00 PM to 4:00 Pm. Along with he ceremonies,there are fun games and entertainment planned. On Friday at 6;00 we have zumba by Cuves ,at 7:00 Cody Templeton will perform, 7:30 is the great ice cream party,8:00 a scavengers Hunt, On Saturday 7:00 AM the bad hair contest,8:30 Miss Julie's Purple glove dance 2:00 Frozen Tee Shirt contest, 2:30 the Purple Lap (wear as many purple items as you can ),3:00 we will do and Aerial Photo ( trying to do the peace sign with people while Kris takes our picture from a boom truck). Here is a sampling of the food being sold at the various tent sites. Cotton Candy, Hot Dogs, Hot Pretzels and the famous Walking Taco will be back. Next meeting is May 2nd at St Marys church in Wind Gap at 7:00Pm or visit our website Relay For Life.” 
The Bangor Boys Baseball Team won 5-0 vs Palmerton on Thursday played at Bangor. The Slaters maintained their undefeated season, 16-0. Shown here is the Slaters' Mike Martino sliding safely into second base. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
SBHC Presents the Crystal Laundry The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold its monthly historic presentation on Thursday, May 12 @ 7:00 PM. Speaker for the evening will be Mr. Harvey Drury whose topic will be: The "Crystal Laundry".
The Crystal Laundry was a large commercial business located at the corner of Penna. Avenue and First Street in Bangor. The laundry retained individual accounts and was well know for controlling most of the laundry business for the resorts in the Pocono's. This little "gem" of unknown history will entertain you. The event is free (donations kindly accepted) and open to the general public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. First Responders to Receive State Grants Under a program created and reauthorized by the Pennsylvania General Assembly, grants are on their way to benefit fire companies and volunteer ambulance units across the area. The Pennsylvania Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program awards funding to local organizations for the construction or renovation of a fire company or ambulance service’s primary structure; the purchase or repair of firefighting, ambulance or rescue equipment; training; or debt reduction. The grant program is funded by state gaming proceeds. Rep. Joe Emrick
Bangor Library Book Sale Sponsored by the Friends of the Bangor Public Library, the will sell over 1, 000 gently used books and like-new books for adults and children at the Bee Hive Community Center, 197 Penna. Ave., Bangor
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Bangor Womens Club Bake Sale The Bangor Womens Club will hold a bake sale outside Capital Ace Hardware, Capital Plaza, Bangor, PA on Fri May 6 & Sat May 7 beginning at 9 am. Lots of homemade baked goods will be available for sale. Come out to support the club's fundraiser which provides scholarship funds to local students and support for the Bangor Public Library.
Bealtainne Rescheduled to May 7 Bealtainne 2016 will be celebrated a Columcille Saturday, May 7th beginning at 2:00pm in the Circle of Stones A Celebration with pageantry, poetry, music and dance around a traditional Maypole.
It looks like the weather would not cooperate this year and they had to postpone the Bealtainne Celebration until next Saturday, May 7th at 2:00pm. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Columcille Megalith Park. Dress festively but wear sturdy shoes to hike to the ceremony sites. Children are welcome with accompanying adults. Donation of $5 per adult at the Infinity Gate will be appreciated for the perpetual care and maintenance of our not-for-profit Megalith Park. Refreshments will be available under the Pavilion with a Face Painting booth nearby. Designer Bag Tricky Tray St. John Lutheran Church, Pen Argyl, is holding a designer bag, tricky tray, May 7, 2016, 6:00 pm. Doors open at 5:00. Tickets $20.00 first come first served. No tickets sold at the door. Call Gail DeWitt 610-588-7545.
May 6Connections for Women - Hopesprings, Market St., Bangor 10am - 1pm.
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45. Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029 Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARKFC Chicken Flavored Nail Polish
HONG KONG, (UPI) -- Fast food giant KFC announced a new twist on its "Finger Lickin' Good" slogan -- edible nail polish designed to taste like chicken. The chain's ad firm, Ogilvy & Mather, worked together with spice company McCormick, the source of KFC's legendary 11 secret herbs and spices, to create nail polish that tastes of Original recipe and Hot & Spicy chicken.
The nail polishes are currently being marketed exclusively in Hong Kong. "To use, consumers simply apply and dry like regular nail polish, and then lick -- again and again and again," KFC said in a news release. "The recipe for our edible nail polish is unique and was specifically designed to hold the flavor, but to also dry with a glossy coat similar to normal nail polish," Ogilvy creative director John Koay said. "This campaign is designed to be intriguing and fun to increase excitement around the KFC brand in Hong Kong." Anna Mugglestone, marketing and communications director for Ogilvy, said she was among the first to sample the product. "I tried it myself in the office when they were doing the testing," she told The New York Times. "It tastes like chicken. It's crazy, I don't know how they do it." The company also released a bizarre music video to announce the product.
Automotive...The Hottest Accessory Friendly Vehicles
(BPT) - Need help finding the perfect vehicle? If you're in the market for a new car or truck, consider purchasing one you can make your own. While just about any vehicle can be transformed with a few simple products, there are certain makes and models that are more accessory-friendly than others. To find out which vehicles those are, car shoppers can look to the winners of the SEMA Award before making their purchase. Presented annually by the Specialty Equipment Market Association, a trade association representing the automotive customization industry, the SEMA Award is given to vehicles that can easily and affordably be improved to better fit your needs.
"The SEMA Award recognizes vehicle models that specialty-equipment manufacturers believe are the best platforms for the newest and most innovative products," says Chris Kersting, president and CEO for SEMA. A variety of different products such as seat covers, wheels, tires, suspension and exhaust can all make for a simple yet immense difference on your new ride. Here are this year's SEMA Award winners: Hottest Car: Ford Mustang The iconic Mustang took home the Award for Hottest Car, which is no surprise considering it is one of the most popular cars for vehicle enhancement. Whether you're adding LED headlights or a new exhaust system, both the appearance and performance can easily be upgraded on the Ford Mustang. On and off the track, this vehicle continues to be reliable, customizable and in high demand among consumers today. Hottest Truck: Ford F-Series One of the most popular selling lines of trucks on the market is the Ford F-Series. Because of its unlimited versatility, the F-Series is the winner of the SEMA Award for Hottest Truck. Everything from tonneau covers to protect the bed, running boards for easy access or a new air intake system for instant power gains can be upgraded, transforming your truck into a bold, new ride. Hottest 4X4/SUV: Jeep Wrangler As the defending champion of the hottest 4X4/SUV, the Jeep Wrangler wins its sixth SEMA Award. There are a number of different ways to turn your Wrangler into the ultimate off-road ride or just personalize it as your everyday vehicle. If you're ready to hit the trails, consider a lift kit and purchasing off-road or all-terrain tires. Ramp up that rugged look while protecting the exterior with hood mounts, fender flares or rock sliders. As an enthusiast favorite in the off-road community, the Wrangler is known for its durability, unique styling and ability to be personalized in a way completely unique to you. Hottest Sport Compact: Ford Focus Ford vehicles are known for being accessory friendly, so it is no surprise that the Ford Focus was named the winner of the Hottest Sport Compact. As the industry continues to grow, more and more accessories are becoming available for this market segment. Whether it's a body kit, wheel/tire package or suspension and steering systems, your Ford Focus can easily be transformed into the ultimate tuner ride. The SEMA Award is intended to guide consumers towards the hottest trending and most accessory-friendly vehicles on the road. Consumers spend nearly $36 billion a year on products and accessories to enhance the performance and styling of today's vehicles, according to SEMA. Winners were selected by exhibiting manufacturers at the 2015 SEMA Show, the world's premier automotive specialty equipment trade event where the newest and most innovative products are introduced each year. To learn more about the 2015 SEMA Award winners, visit www.semashow.com/semaaward.
Real Estate...Trending Real Estate Investment
(BPT) - Smart investors know a diversified portfolio is the best way to weather any storm. Considering the volatility of the current stock market, the desire for better options has never been greater. Rather than gamble on the next buzzworthy stock or bond and hope it lives up to expectations, there's an alternative that's gaining traction: land ownership. While stocks and funds depend highly on market swings, forestland requires only sun and rain to provide asset growth. However, the key to maximizing financial and recreational returns depends on proper management-and that requires more than just Mother Nature.
Knowing how to manage a large piece of land can be overwhelming to a new investor or a person who may have inherited land from family. It's important to consider the investment potential. Some common questions include: * Should you harvest any timber? From what areas? * When should you plant trees? * How should you manage the vegetation and handle invasive species? * How can you protect the wildlife? Just as hiring a financial advisor is smart to manage an investment portfolio, hiring an expert to assist in answering questions and managing a land investment is also highly advisable. Independent consulting foresters are experts that offer scientific applications as well as business acumen to landowners. Foresters offer broad-based knowledge about the characteristics of forest land, relevant economics of private timberland management and sensitivity to the full scope of issues important to private forest landowners. In addition, an independent professional land management team comprised of not only consulting foresters, but also wildlife biologists is important. This expanded capacity of the consulting professional is essential for successful private forest management. So how does the land management process work? According to one leading consulting forester firm that utilizes both forestry and biology expertise, Bird & Crawford Forestry, there are three basic steps to proper forestland management. Following these steps will help ensure the landowner is maximizing his or her investment long-term. 1. The first step is to gain knowledge of the existing and/or potential natural resources on the property. This includes knowing what resources are on the land, how they are located in relation to land features and what resources are worth preserving. Bird & Crawford Forestry is one group that utilizes wildlife biologists along with professional foresters to survey the land in person to map the property and determine resource assets from a financial as well as a recreational standpoint. 2. Once what actually exists on a property is determined, the next step is to establish goals for the property. Because every landowner/investor is unique, goals can vary greatly. For instance, if the land is inherited, the goal may be focused upon protecting family assets to confidently keep a family legacy intact for generations to come. Upon identifying goals, an overall management strategy can be developed. 3. Finally, professional foresters will develop the plan of forest and wildlife management activities required to achieve the owner's goals. This might include a planting and harvesting schedule, wildlife management and conservation efforts, and even hunting lease management. Beyond the bottom line of profit potential, land ownership gives investors something that is tangible, a good alternative to traditional investments and another option to round out your portfolio. Owning land is also a wonderful way to conserve and enjoy nature while leaving a lasting legacy to family and future generations. Working with experts familiar with a breadth of land, from upland pine sites to bottomland ecosystems, provides peace of mind for maximizing the land's value. Learn more about forest and land management at www.birdandcrawford.com.
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 6
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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. 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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