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PEN ARGYL WEATHER NOVEMBER 13

CURRENT - At 7:00 am with a partly cloudy sky and the temperature is 50. The wind SW at 3mph. The humidity is 65% and the barometer reads 29.64 and rising. The high yesterday was 61 and the low 53. Rainfall yesterday totalled .15.

TODAY - Partly sunny, with a high near 54. West wind 9 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

TONIGHT - Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. West wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.

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Vets and VIPs rise for the playing of the National Anthem during Veterans Day Ceremonies at Bangor Memorial Park Wednesday. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow)  (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory

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Recovery Revolution Turns 10
Slate Belt's Premiere Outpatient Addictions Treatment Center

by Amber-Dawn Collins
Slate Belt Town Topics
​   At Recovery Revolution, it was a time for reflection on their growth, services provided to those in need, partnerships and support that have made their efforts so successful.
  An open house was held this past Tuesday, in celebration of their 10th anniversary. Across the street, A Clean Slate also held an open house while celebrating its first year anniversary.
   When asked  about their  accomplishment, Executive Officer Jana Morris said, “I’m truly humbled and amazed that the community has embraced us for a full ten years and that we’ve grown.” 
  They have, indeed,  grown in various ways, from physical space, to clients, and to more programs offerings.
 “We began in 2005, we had three services, and that was it.," said Morris. 
  Programs they have available now have evolved and grown into many others, such as different group programs, a family program, school programs, and the opening of A Clean Slate.
    A Clean Slate offers many programs as well, such as AA meetings, NA meetings, Yoga classes, and Art Journaling/Life Coaching classes. Individuals can also stop by to utilize resources, and come to be in a “Safe and sober environment.”
   While Morris  and her staff are efficient and knowledgeable in educating others,  she herself,  has learned within these past ten years. 
   “One of the main things that I’ve learned is how important collaborations and partnerships are, in the community, with our staff, everything," Morris said.  "I also really learned over the ten years here about how much this area really needed addictions treatment, there wasn’t any.” 
    She also spoke about the  clients, saying she has also learned “how absolutely resilient our clients are, to succeed in their lives.”
   One message  Ms. Morris would like people to know is: “There is help out there. There is help for people struggling with addictions and there is help for families," she said.  
   The staff is very genuine and has a vast deal of informative knowledge to share with others. They offer a sense of tranquility and hope.
For further information, please contact:
Recovery Revolution: 109 Broadway Bangor, PA 18013 Phone: (610) 599-7700
A Clean Slate: 100 South 1st Street Bangor, PA 18013 Phone (610) 452-9348
In addition, information can also be obtained on each of their respective Facebook pages

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(L-R) Recovery Revolution staff members Carol Geedman, Katie Whitley, Executive Director Jana Morris, and Cortney Lambert were on hand for the organization's 10th Anniversary Tuesday. Sbtt Photo Amber-Dawn Collins

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(L-R) A Clean Slate staff members Meshelle James and  Brian McCloskey were on hand for the organization's first Anniversary Tuesday. Sbtt Photo Amber-Dawn Collins

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NCC to Hold Youth Chess Championship

    Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its annual Youth Chess Championship, for children ages 18 and under, on Saturday, November 14, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at College Center, second floor.  The college is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
    Participants will play five rounds in unrated and rated sections. 
    Registration is $35 at the door.  Advance registration, before November 14, is $30.  For more information, go to http.www.northampton.edu/chess or call 610-861-4120. 

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Spaghetti Dinner

   Girl Scout Troop #874 will be hosting a spaghetti dinner to raise money for their trip to Savannah, Georgia. The dinner is from 4-7pm on Saturday, November 14th, at the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Pen Argyl.
   Cost of the dinner is $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. Dinner will include; salad, dinner rolls, spaghetti, meatballs, sausage, a drink, and ice cream.
   Baked goods will be for sale. 

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Monroe Animal League Christmas Bazaar

   Monroe Animal League will present its Annual Christmas Bazaar at 12pm Saturday, November 14th, at the Stroud Township Fire Department, off RT 611 behind Raymour & Flannagan in Stroudsburg.
   There will be a variety of Christmas gifts and ornaments. All proceeds benefit the animals of Monroe County, and help fund the spay/neuter programs that Monroe Animal League supports. Please stop by and pick up some treasurers and help support MAL. 

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Fall Craft Show

    Belfast Wesley UMC will be holding a Fall Craft show from 9am until 3pm on Saturday, November 14th. Belfast Wesley UMC is located at 607 School Road in Nazareth. The show will include vendors, crafts, and a bake sale. Vendors include Tastefully Simple, do TERRA, Origami Owl, Thirty One, Mary Kay, and Paparazzi Jewelry. For more information please call Debbie at 610-248-1149. 

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Pork and Kraut Dinner

    Arndt’s Lutheran Church will hold its annual Pork and Sauerkraut dinner November 14  from 4 to 7 pm. Where else can you find slow cured sauerkraut, local potatoes, homemade applesauce and homemade desserts.   Adults are $10; children 5 to 11 are $5 and children under 5 are free. To purchase tickets in advance, call Rich at 610 252 0586. Tickets will be available at the door.  

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Bazaar and Bake Sale at Ackermanville UMC

   A bazaar and bake sale will be held at Ackermanvill UMC, 1410 Ackermanville Road from 9am - 2pm November 14.
   Come early for the best selection of Christmas Crafts, samll gifts, needlework and other handicrafted items suitable for the holidays and througout the year. Hoemade baked goods will also be available for sale.
   A light lunch menu will be available, featuring homemade soups, barbeuce, hot dogs, macaroni salad, chocolate cake, and beverages.

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Scholarship Dinner

    Join Totts Gap Art Institute on Saturday, November 14 at 6:00 PM for their Annual Scholarship Dinner. FMI: www.tottsgap.org

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 Community Wreath Making Event

     A Community Wreath Making Event, hosted by the Jacobsburg Historical Society, will be held the Saturday, November 14 at Bushkill Township Fire Company Social Hall. Doors open at 11:00am Worshop begins at 12:30. 
     Create a beautiful all natural wreath from live greens. Workshop includes instructions and materials.  Participants should bring pruning shears. Lunch is available for purchase from the township fire hall.
    FMI: Kay 610-863-8136 or Karen 610-837-0834.

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Annual Holiday Toy Bingo

      The third Annual Holiday Toy Bingo will be held Saturday, November 14 at Hope United Church of Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap.
      Doors open at 11:00 am. Bingo starts at 1:00 pm. The cost is $15 in advance, $20 at door. The Kitchen will be open
      FMI: e-mail hopeucc@hotmail.com or call 908-727-0090​

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Roseto American Legion Post 750 Firing squad provides a gun salute during the Veterans Day program at Bangor Memorial Park Wednesday.  PHOTO GALLERY  (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory

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NCC to Hold Youth Chess Championship

    Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its annual Youth Chess Championship, for children ages 18 and under, on Saturday, November 14, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at College Center, second floor.  The college is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
    Participants will play five rounds in unrated and rated sections. 
    Registration is $35 at the door.  Advance registration, before November 14, is $30.  For more information, go to http.www.northampton.edu/chess or call 610-861-4120. 

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Gifts for the Handy DIY-ers

(StatePoint) The holiday season is the perfect time to ensure the handy guys and gals in your life are well-equipped for all their planned projects in the coming year -- whether that is building shelves, making home improvements or fixing up the car.
Every DIY-er needs an up-to-date, comprehensive toolbox, as damaged or dull gear can pose a safety hazard, and the wrong implement for the job can slow down work and even be dangerous to the user and anyone nearby.
When doing your gift shopping, consider opting for a few high quality tools. It can be tempting to try to save a few dollars when holiday budgets are tight, as well as add heft to a gift basket with more items, but you will be doing your gift recipient a bigger favor by investing in fewer tools that will out-perform and out-last their flimsier alternatives.
With this top of mind, here are a few gift ideas to consider:
• A durable, strong set of screwdrivers will be designed to handle the rigors of everyday use. Consider a10-piece set from CHANNELLOCK, which recently introduced their American-made professional screwdrivers. Round out the gift with the brand’s six-in-one multi-bit screwdriver. Each is designed with a four-sided acetate handle that delivers great torque and is impact-resistant, and its blasted tips can be used in electronic applications.
• Give the gift of versatility with an adjustable wrench. Look for one with slim jaws for extra reach and maximum accessibility, but great jaw capacity to support larger nuts and bolts.
• Every home and garage needs a high-quality straight jaw tongue and groove plier. For one that will last long enough to pass down to the kids, consider CHANNELLOCK’s, which can be purchased solo or as part of a two-piece gift set that also includes a diagonal cutting plier. Treated to grip better, last longer and prevent rust, these tools will prove useful for years to come.
• For those whose handy projects take them places or if they spend a lot of time on different home projects indoors and outside, consider a transportable toolbox that is lightweight in structure but durable, waterproof, and lockable.
Don’t know what’s needed? Get a gift card to a hardware retailer so your gift recipient can make the right purchase.  High-quality items and sets are available at such retailers as Home Depot, Lowes, Do It Best, True Value, Ace and at www.Channellock.com, a family-owned plier and hand tool manufacturer.
Practical and useful tools make excellent gifts that keep on giving. With extra attention paid to making quality purchases, you can ensure they last for many years.

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NOVEMBER 13

Bingo - Mt. Bethel Fire Co., 6:45

Connections 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 CALENDAR

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Fla. Mansion Selling For $159M

HILLSBORO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 12 (UPI) -- Le Palais Royal, an extravagant mansion in Hillsboro Beach, Fla., has raised its asking price to an astronomical $159 million.
   The mansion, owned by Robert Pereira, was inspired by the Palace of Versailles in France and first came on to the market in September 2014 for an equally staggering price tag of $139 million.
The property was then delisted to allow the project manager to add an extra 1.5 acres to the already massive property.
   The annex will include two 3,000 square foot guest houses as well as an ice-skating rink, go-cart track, bowling alley and night club. These features will join the 30 car garage, six waterfalls, 1,300 gallon aquarium and 18 seat IMAX theatre that already grace the now 4.5 acre property.
   The Wall Street Journal quoted project manager Joseph Leone as saying his goal in developing the property was to create "something completely different than what's been done in America."
Pereira, founder of Middlesex Corp., had intended to live in the home himself but ultimately decided to sell the extravagant mansion.
   The sale of this property may prove to be difficult despite all of its amenities, as local real estate agent Judy Trudel told the Sun Sentinel that a buyer with that kind of capital will be hard to find.
"You don't see $159 million in Hillsboro Beach Florida," she said. "Hope they get it, but I would not be waiting around for it."
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1300 Geese Block China Road

JINGZHOU, China, Nov. 12 (UPI) -- Traffic on a Chinese highway was brought to a halt by a common problem, geese crossing the road, in an uncommon quantity -- there were 1,300 of the animals.
   The Erguang Expressway, which links the southern Guangdong province with Inner Mongolia in the north, came to a halt in the Zonzi River Bridge area near Jingzhou, Hubei province, when a pair of farmers attempted to take a shortcut by walking their flock of 1,300 geese along the road.
    Video from the scene shows the geese taking up two lanes of the highway before traffic police arrived and limited the water fowl to a single lane, using traffic cones to divert cars around them.
   Police eventually determined the geese were too much of a hazard and ordered the farmers to take the birds off the road.

Suffering from fall allergies?

​(BPT) - You heard all about the worst allergy season ever. You know the pollen tsunami swept through and left everyone sneezing and wheezing in its wake. But you want to know why the end of summer is almost here and you're still miserable.
   "Although spring, summer and fall have different sets of allergens to trip up allergy and asthma sufferers, they can cause the same symptoms," says allergist Janna Tuck, M.D., Fellow of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). "Those who have multiple triggers, may not be able to distinguish between what's causing their symptoms. They just know they're congested, with red eyes and an itchy nose."
   Ragweed is the biggest allergy trigger in the fall. It usually starts releasing pollen with cool nights and warm days in August, and can last into September and October. And the majority of people who are allergic to spring plants are also allergic to ragweed.
   So what can you do to manage allergy and asthma symptoms in the fall? Many of the same things you do in spring, according to ACAAI.
   "The most important reminder is to start taking fall allergy medication two weeks or so before symptoms usually begin," says Dr. Tuck. "You should also continue your medication for two weeks after the first frost. Both nasal and eye symptoms associated with ragweed allergies can linger after pollen is no longer in the air."
   Another treatment option is allergy tablets, available for grass and ragweed pollens. The tablets need to be started at least three months before allergy season begins. While only two allergens can be treated with this method, it may be a good option for grass and ragweed allergies not controlled with other medications. Talk with your allergist to see if this option is right for you. If not, allergy shots are a tried and true method of relief.
  What else can you do about fall allergy symptoms?
   The first line of defense is to avoid triggers. After spending time outdoors, shower, change and wash your clothes. While working outdoors, wear a NIOSH N95-rated filter mask. Only N95 masks filter out pollen due to its micro size. Be sure to also keep your car and home windows closed. If you do go outside, wear a hat and sunglasses to keep pollen out of your eyes.
   If you suffer from any seasonal allergies, see a board-certified allergist. Allergists are trained to diagnose and treat your symptoms, and to work with you to create an individual action plan.
   If you think you might be one of the more than 50 million Americans that suffer from allergy and asthma, you can find an allergist in your area with the allergist locator tool.
  For more information and to find relief, visit AllergyandAsthmaRelief.org. Join us on Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.

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TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF NOVEMBER 9

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.

Sullivan Trail

Between Belfast Road AND Aspen Street will experience delays and single lane restriction Mondays through Thursdays, 9:00am to 3:00pm until November 25, 2015.

Grand Central Road

Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice.

Male Street (Wind Gap)

Between Old Allentown Road AND PA 512 will experience delays and lane restriction November 9 from 9:00am to 3:00pm

Route 33 Northbound (Stockertown)

Between Tatamy AND PA 191 Exit will experience delays and lane restriction November 9 from 9:00am to 2:00pm

Route 33 Northbound (Stockertown)

Between PA 191 AND Belfast Exit will experience delays and lane restriction November 10 from 9:00am to 2:00pm

Route 512 (Plainfield Twsp)

Between Freemansburg Avenue AND Interstate 78 will experience delays and lane restriction November 12 from 9:00am to 3:00pm

Route 512 (Wash Twsp & Bangor)

Between Franklin Street AND 8th Street will experience delays and lane restriction November 13 from 9:00am to 2:00pm

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Bangor - Pen Argyl

DeFranco Vets Program

Bangor - Pen Argyl FH

Bangor - Palmerton FH

Octoberfest

Bangor Girls Soccer Senior Day

Bangor Boys Senior Night

Bangor -Liberty Girls Soccer

Trick or Treat

Bangor - Wilson

Bangor Park Vets

Pen Argyl - S.L. Football

Pen Argyl Socc. Seniors

P.A. Boys Senior Day

Bangor Band Seniors

Bangor - P.A. Girls Soccer

Faith Christian Girls Soccer

Bangor - Easton Soccer

Pen Argyl - Palisades

Families First 5K

Bangor - NW Boys Soccer

Masonic Motorama

Bangor - ESS Boys

Bangor Football Seniors

Bangor - M.A. Playoff

Frontier Encampment

Bangor - Freedom Soccer

Bandorama

Bangor & Pen Argyl Bands

Bangor - Moravian Soccer

Lukie's

Pen Argyl F.H. Senior Day

Halloween Parade

Pen Argyl - S.L. Playoff

P.A. - Wilson Homecoming

Pen Argyl - N.Lehigh FH

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Hearts For Hope

Red Thread Cafe

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Harmony of Form

PAHS Senior Voters

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Octoberfest

BAHS Class of 1963

Dirk Yahres

Comunales Italian Market

Outstanding Citizens

Roper Golf Tourney

Leathercrafters

Moving Pots & Pans

Faith Aids Sister Church

The Lunch Room

Halloween Parade Winners

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  This Week at Bloom

Normal Open Studio Hours unless noted are:
Tuesday's from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday's from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Friday's from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Saturday's from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Stop by and spend some time being creative.  Studio fee is $8.00 during open hours. Please sign-up by going to the Bloom on-line store at mkt.com/bloomcreativestudio and reserve your space for any of these special events.
Tuesday, Nov 10 - Glass Painting.
2:00pm - 4:00pm - $15.00 for 2 glasses, paints and instruction.
Water Lilies Wednesday, Nov 11, 12:00 noon to 3:00pm  and Saturday, Nov 15,  6:30pm to 9:30pm. $35.00 including materials and instructions with Kal
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2015 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Crochet with Cathy. $5.00 drop in fee or $8.00 including supplies
Thursday, Nov 12, 2015 - 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Colored Pencil Class with Jeffrey Green - $20.00
Friday, Nov 13, Knitting Class - Learn to knit as you make a washcloth 10:30 to 12:30 am. Drop in fee $5.00 or $15.00 including all materials
Friday, Nov 13, 2015 Girls Night - 6:30 to 9:00 pm for 7th to 12th graders - $12.00
CLICK HERE FOR BLOOM'S NOVEMBER CALENDAR

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Winter Clothing Drive

   From November 1st through December 31st, Project Keep Warm, an initiative of the Lehigh Valley Business Group, will bring community resources together to help those who need help this winter. Last year over 4,500 items were collected and donated  and delivered to homeless, shelters, children, families, seniors and others.
   This will be the Fourth annual Project Keep Warm drive to collect winter weather gear items for the homeless – individuals, families, children, shelters, animal shelters, and others. They hope to collect more than 6,000 items this year.
To learn more about how you can help. Go to www.lvbg.org or www.projectkeepwarm.org or you can e-mail them at community@lvbg.org. 

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. 

Pen Argyl Leaf Collection

    Pen Argyl Leaf Collection is now underway.
   No leaves should be placed out for collection from 11/23- 11/27 collection will resume 11/30/15 due to Thanksgiving Holiday and holiday light installation. Collection will resume on 11/30/2015 and continue through 12/04/15. Please note leaves will not be picked up if they have sticks, acorns or animal feces in the piles. These materials can cause malfunctions with the machinery and become dangerous to our employees.
    Avoid putting leaves out 2 days before rain or foul weather, especially in the hilly areas of the Borough.
   During storms leaf piles can clog storm basins and cause water damage to streets and private property.
   Whenever possible, park away from leaf piles so the workers can maneuver the equipment and clean up more thoroughly.  
​   If you have any questions or concerns regarding the scheduling of the leaf pick-up, please call the Public Works Office at 610-863-9249, leave your name, address and brief message, your concern will be addressed in a prompt manner.​

Free Movies - Wind Gap Film Club

   Wind Gap Film Club is hosting a series of free movies during the months of  November, December, and January. 
   November’s feature films are The Birdcage and Kinky Boots, the movie will begin at 6pm on November 12th at the Wind Gap Legion. 
   The Grinch and Love Actually will be shown on December 18th at 6pm at the Weona Community Center in Pen Argyl. Donations for the local food bank will be collected at the door. 
   The film club is looking for donations of cups, glasses, and items for their Christmas event on December 18th. 
   For more information visit them on Facebook or email windgapfilmclub@gmail.com

Slater Family Network Needs Assessment Survey

   Slater Family Network, the family center serving the Bangor Area School District, has sent out a needs assessment survey to each household in the school district.  Residents, with or without school age children, are asked to complete the survey and return it by November 16, 2015.
   This anonymous survey is important because it will provide information that will enable the Slater Family Network to better serve the Bangor Area Community.  For residents of Portland, please write in ‘Portland’ for question number one. 
    If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact the Slater Family Network Office at 610-599-7019.  

  Friends of Bangor Library Cookbook

The Friends of the Bangor Public Library are pleased to announce their newly released "Friends of the Library Cookbook". Recipes represent submissions from people throughout the Slate Belt. The publication comes just in time for the Christmas season and make a unique gift. Featured, also in the book, is a bio of the Friends of the Library, a vignette on the history of the Bangor Library, in addition to household tips. The books are available for purchase at the Bangor Library for $8.00. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. 

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Gertrude Hawk Candy Sale

The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold a "Gertrude Hawk" candy fundraiser for Christmas.  The deadline for ordering is Sunday, November 15th.  For more info., call Diane at 610-588-2397.
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Weona Park Yoga

   Yoga at the Community Center- Mondays and Thursdays, 6 P.M. to 7 P.M.  $10 per session.
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Fur Trappers Live Bid Auction

    District 10 Trappers of Pennsylvania will host a Live Bid Fur Auction @ Belfast-Edelman Sportsman Association, 474 sportsman club Rd. Nazareth,  January 16,2016.
    Doors open at 8am. Auction begins at 9am. $5 refundable registration fee, 4% commission. Furtaker license and PTA membership required. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203 Fur Auction @ Belfast-Edelman Sportsman Association, 474 sportsman club Rd. Nazareth, PA 18064.
​    Doors open at 8am. Auction begins at 9am. $5 refundable registration fee, 4% commission. Furtaker license and PTA membership required. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203

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.

Friends of the Bangor Public Library
"Save the Date"

    The Friends of the Bangor Public Library would like to announce their upcoming events:​

• Release of: "Friends of the Library Cookbook" will be in November with copies available at the library or from a member. 
• December 5th from 9-12 AM @ the Bee Hive: "Breakfast With Santa". Tickets @ the door. 
• May 6th, 7th, & 8th @ the Bee Hive: "Spring Book Sale"
• Saturday June 4, 2016 "Annual House Tour" featuring five homes from the Slate Belt. Tickets are required. 

   The Friends are also looking  for new members. Meetings are held the 4th Thursday of each month at the library. The mission of the "Friends" is to provide funds for the Bangor Library and to promote "reading" in the community. Officers are: Pres. Shirley Cline, V. Pres. Nikki Huggan, Treas. Megan Conrad, & Sec. Yvonne Humphreys.  For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615

Property Tax Relief

    If you live in the Bangor Area, Easton Area or Nazareth Area School District, you may be eligible for property tax relief under a program run by the individual school district. For more information, please visit , RepEmrick.com, and go to “Property Tax Relief” on the left navigation bar. 

Heritage Center Lists Slate of Events

The Slate Belt Heritage Center, located at 30 North 1st Street announces its historic events for the duration of 2015:​​

• December 13th @ 2:00 PM: Mike Piersa presents: "The Flory Slate Hoists" and their journey back  to Bangor.

    All events are free (donations kindly accepted) and open to the public. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
   The Heritage Center "Oral History Project" is seeking Slate Belt senior citizens who would like to be interviewed. If you know of anyone who has a story please contact Marc Blau @ 570-897-5459.

See Christmas Show at American Music Theater

    The Pen Argyl Alumni Association is sponsoring a trip to the Christmas Show at the American Music Theater in Lancaster, Pa Saturday November 28.
   The cost of the trip is $110 and includes dinner at the Bird In Hand restaurant, the show, and all taxes and gratuities.
    For further information, call Bill Ruggiero at 610-863-6297

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November 14

NCC to Hold Youth Chess Championship

    Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its annual Youth Chess Championship, for children ages 18 and under, on Saturday, November 14, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at College Center, second floor.  The college is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
    Participants will play five rounds in unrated and rated sections. 
    Registration is $35 at the door.  Advance registration, before November 14, is $30.  For more information, go to http.www.northampton.edu/chess or call 610-861-4120. 

Spaghetti Dinner

   Girl Scout Troop #874 will be hosting a spaghetti dinner to raise money for their trip to Savannah, Georgia. The dinner is from 4-7pm on Saturday, November 14th, at the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Pen Argyl.
   Cost of the dinner is $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. Dinner will include; salad, dinner rolls, spaghetti, meatballs, sausage, a drink, and ice cream.
   Baked goods will be for sale. 

Monroe Animal League Christmas Bazaar

   Monroe Animal League will present its Annual Christmas Bazaar at 12pm Saturday, November 14th, at the Stroud Township Fire Department, off RT 611 behind Raymour & Flannagan in Stroudsburg.
   There will be a variety of Christmas gifts and ornaments. All proceeds benefit the animals of Monroe County, and help fund the spay/neuter programs that Monroe Animal League supports. Please stop by and pick up some treasurers and help support MAL. 

Fall Craft Show

    Belfast Wesley UMC will be holding a Fall Craft show from 9am until 3pm on Saturday, November 14th. Belfast Wesley UMC is located at 607 School Road in Nazareth. The show will include vendors, crafts, and a bake sale. Vendors include Tastefully Simple, do TERRA, Origami Owl, Thirty One, Mary Kay, and Paparazzi Jewelry. For more information please call Debbie at 610-248-1149. 

Pork and Kraut Dinner

    Arndt’s Lutheran Church will hold its annual Pork and Sauerkraut dinner November 14  from 4 to 7 pm. Where else can you find slow cured sauerkraut, local potatoes, homemade applesauce and homemade desserts.   Adults are $10; children 5 to 11 are $5 and children under 5 are free. To purchase tickets in advance, call Rich at 610 252 0586. Tickets will be available at the door.  

Bazaar and Bake Sale at Ackermanville UMC

   A bazaar and bake sale will be held at Ackermanvill UMC, 1410 Ackermanville Road from 9am - 2pm November 14.
   Come early for the best selection of Christmas Crafts, samll gifts, needlework and other handicrafted items suitable for the holidays and througout the year. Hoemade baked goods will also be available for sale.
   A light lunch menu will be available, featuring homemade soups, barbeuce, hot dogs, macaroni salad, chocolate cake, and beverages.

Scholarship Dinner

    Join Totts Gap Art Institute on Saturday, November 14 at 6:00 PM for their Annual Scholarship Dinner. FMI: www.tottsgap.org

 Community Wreath Making Event

     A Community Wreath Making Event, hosted by the Jacobsburg Historical Society, will be held the Saturday, November 14 at Bushkill Township Fire Company Social Hall. Doors open at 11:00am Worshop begins at 12:30. 
     Create a beautiful all natural wreath from live greens. Workshop includes instructions and materials.  Participants should bring pruning shears. Lunch is available for purchase from the township fire hall.
    FMI: Kay 610-863-8136 or Karen 610-837-0834.

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Annual Holiday Toy Bingo

      The third Annual Holiday Toy Bingo will be held Saturday, November 14 at Hope United Church of Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap.
      Doors open at 11:00 am. Bingo starts at 1:00 pm. The cost is $15 in advance, $20 at door. The Kitchen will be open
      FMI: e-mail hopeucc@hotmail.com or call 908-727-0090​

November 15

Rescue Pet Adoption Day

   Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, at Tractor Supply, Rt. 940, Mt Pocono.
   Safe Haven will have many adorable dogs available for you to meet and get to know. 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.
   For more information about Safe Haven, 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.
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November 16

Portland Leaf Pick-Up

Portland's annual leaf collection will be held November 16 and 17.
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November 17

NCC to Hold Guitar Master Series

  Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold a Guitar Masters Series on November 17th at 7:00 p.m. in room 605 at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 East Third Street, Bethlehem.
   Frank DiBussolo, guitar master and a member of the College’s Luthier instructor core, will join visiting guitarist and teacher John Stowell for an evening of guitar talk. This is the beginning of the NCC Luthier program, which brings top musicians together to play and talk to enthusiasts, guitar players and guitar builders. The event is free of charge and everyone is invited.  Seating is limited.  Call or email the Fab Lab to reserve your seat: fablab@northampton.edu or 610-332-8665. Call 610-332-8665 for more information.

November 18

Lehigh Valley Horse Council Meeting

Lehigh Valley Horse Council will meet 7:00pm, Wednesday, November 18  at New City View Diner, 1831 MacArthur Road, Whitehall, PA  (LVHC is not responsible for the cost of meals. beverages, etc.)             
   The topic of the meeting will be  Hay Quality      Come meet Trash, the Garbage Can Horse, to find out what he likes for forages. 
   Speaker: Ms. Donna Foulk, Equine Extension Specialist, Northampton County FMI:  610-704-4130, 610-837-7294  

November 19

NCC Offers Info Session on Guitar Building and Repair

  Northampton Community College is offering a free information session where you will learn how you can benefit from guitar building training, from old world craftsmanship to modern manufacturing techniques, as a career or avocation. NCC’s program is a Luthier Certification program focused on beginning guitar building and repair. 
   The information session will be held on Thursday, November 19 at 6:30 p.m. in room 340 Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 East 3rd Street, Bethlehem.
   For more information call 610 – 332 – 8665.
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Young At Heart Vets Program

   The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be having our annual salute to Veterans and Military on Thursday, November 19th, at 12:00NOON.  
  They would like to invite all area veterans, military, and their families to this event.  Please give us the opportunity to thank each and everyone for all you have done, and still do, to keep us safe and free.  
   A social will follow the program.  For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630 or Minnie Thomas at 610-863-6589.
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November 20

Miller House Craft Show

   Miller House will be hosting its annual craft show over two weekends in November. Craft show days and times vary.
   The craft show will be held on Friday, November 20th and 27th from 4-8pm, Saturday, November 21st and 28th from 10am - 4:00pm, and Sunday, November 22nd and 29th from Noon until 4pm.
   The Miller House is located at 12 East High Street in Bangor, across from the Miller Paint Store. All crafts are made by local crafters. 

Speaker Series: Jason Smith: Invasive Species Management

Friday, November 20, 7:00-8:00 PM
Do you have problems with unwanted invasive plants on your property? Controlling or eradicating these plants is often difficult and requires various techniques and proper timing. Jason Smith, Bushkill Township supervisor will hold a free session at the Center, to teach residents about these plants and how to deal with them. During 2014- 15, Bushkill Township worked with Lafayette College and Hanover Engineering to develop an Invasive Species Management Program for our residents which included the development of a new “mobile app” for smart phones and other mobile devices, mapping of target invasive species on public lands, and the development of a user-friendly Invasive Species Management Plan for Township residents. Residents that attend the free session at the Center will learn about our invasive plants, how to treat them on their own properties, and how to use the mobile app. Registration is required.

November 21

 Barnes & Herz Singing at Red Thread
Donate to Slater Family Network Food Drive

  The Red Thread Cafe is excited to announce the upcoming performance of Emily Barnes and Mike Herz on Saturday, November 21st.  The Red Thread Cafe, a fair-trade coffee, art and music venue of Hopesprings, is located at 301 Market St., Bangor, PA.  The Red Thread consistently offers the Slate Belt, the Poconos and the Lehigh Valley an exciting mix of new music from unique artists from the area and across the country.  November will be no exception!  Emily and Mike are accomplished artists in their own right but they are also collaborators in a joint musical project called Closer to Home.  There will be a nonperishable food collection at the show for Slater Family Network.
   "Hushed acoustic strings that induce sways; a lilting voice that establishes intimacy and seeps into the soul. "Beautiful Goodbyes," the debut album from Johnsonburg's Emily Barnes, is a sojourn into the heart and mind of the 22-year-old singer/songwriter." - NJ Herald
    Hailing from the tiny rural town of Johnsonburg, NJ, 22-year-old indie singer-songwriter Emily Barnes has been wowing audiences of all shapes and sizes for the past 3 years with her hypnotic vocals and eclectic style.
    Raised in rural Northwest, New Jersey, Mike Herz grew up amongst farmlands and majestic mountains. So, naturally, as a teenager his music of choice was rap. Why you ask? The words. There was poetry and passion there, and it resonated. Some years later Mike discovered the songs of Bob Dylan, and after listening to those words his heart clinically stopped for 3 minutes. While dead he saw a heavenly blinding light and returned to Earth with the understanding that simply a guitar and words could alter the universe.
    Closer to Home is the contemporary project of singer-songwriters Mike Herz and Emily Barnes based out of northwest, New Jersey. These two artists combine heartfelt harmonies, penetrating songwriting and a natural artistic chemistry that makes for a captivating live show. The union of Herz’s rich vocals with Barnes’mesmering voice creates an inimitable sound and style that is turning heads.Closer to Home is a new force to be reckoned with on the indie music scene.
   The Red Thread Cafe will be collecting nonperishable food items at the show.  The food items will be donated to The Slater Family Network for their Emergency Food Pantry.  Items such as canned foods, pasta, peanut butter, jelly or cereal would be very much appreciated.  Everyone bringing a nonperishable food item to the show will receive a free coffee, tea or soda. So … help your neighbor and enjoy a beverage on the house.
   .  The magic starts at 7 p.m.  Suggested donation is $5 for individuals and $10 for an entire family.  Coffee, tea, soda and scrumptious snacks will be available. 
     Upcoming events: Christmas gift/bazaar and karaoke – Dec. 19th; Art Night at Bloom in Bangor – Jan. 16th. For a current list of events at The Red Thread Cafe visit their Facebook page. See their video below

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Twelve Twenty Four Holiday Concert

    Twelve Twenty-Four will be bringing their high energy, full-scale, holiday rock orchestra concert to Bangor High School, Bangor, Pennsylvania at 7:30 PM, Saturday, November 21, 2015!  Their performances feature the music of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, as well as their own holiday creations.
      Established in 2002, Twelve Twenty-Four performs its Christmas music with a theatrical, rock edge to create a holiday show suitable for fans of all ages. As the nation’s original and longest running recreation of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Twelve Twenty-Four continues making a name for itself throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region.  Steel Notes Magazine describes Twelve Twenty-Four’s music as, “…it has the hardness and creativity of Rush combined with the finesse and perfection of Pink Floyd!”
    This year’s shows will feature songs from their 2012 release, Light in the Dark; their 2010 debut CD, Miracle on Rock Street; as well as everyone’s favorite selections from all five Trans-Siberian Orchestra recordings.
    Gracing their concert stage this season is an amazing group of professional and talented performers.  With a total of fourteen performers, which includes a six-piece rock band, multi-piece string section, and a variety of vocalists, Twelve Twenty-Four brings the magic of Christmas alive at each show.
Almost every Twelve Twenty-Four performance benefits a specific group or charity.  Over the past thirteen years, Twelve Twenty-Four has helped these organizations raise tens of thousands of dollars!  The Bangor High School show benefits the Slate Belt YMCA.
   For ticket sales information, visit them at www.twelvetwentyfour.net and www.facebook.com/twelvetwentyfour. While you are there, join their extended family to make Twelve Twenty-Four a family holiday tradition, as have many others. 
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Free Thanksgiving Dinner

Mission of Love will be hosting a free Thanksgiving Dinner from 4-7pm on Saturday, November 21st. The dinner will be held at the Food Bank’s Bangor location, 555 North Main Street in Bangor. All are welcome. 

Plainfield School Craft Fair

   The third annual craft and vendor show to be held at Plainfield elementary school, by the Pen Argyl PTA. Plainfield elementary school is located at 539 School Rd., Nazareth PA. The show will be held on November 21 from 9 AM to 3 PM. Proceeds will support students and teachers of the pen argyl school district. 
   Spaces still available!!! Vendors/Crafters please contact Lisa Debellis at debellis@ptd.net or by calling 610-759-5605. 

East Bangor Comedy Show

    Comedy Show at East Bangor Fire 30 East Central Ave, East Bangor Pa 18013 will be held November 21. Doors open 7:30pm.Show 8:00pm Tickets $20
   Hosted by: Keith Carnevale. Feature:Terry McNealy Headliner: George Gallo Call 610-588-5996 

East Bangor UMCC Christmas Bazaar

    The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will extend its annual Christmas Bazaar shopping hours to include Friday, November 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sat., November 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  There are handcrafted Christmas gifts and ornaments, "white elephants", hand-knitted items, estate jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies, and door prize drawings.  A light lunch and homemade soup will be available.  The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA.  Call 610-588-4453 or visit: ebumc. org.​

Mount Eaton Christmas Market

    A Christmas Market will be hosted by Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA on Saturday, November 21 from 9:00am-3:00pm. Bake sale items, crafts, gifts, and flea market items will be available for purchase, as well as lunch and snacks. There’s something for everyone!
  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.
    About Mount Eaton Church:
   Mount Eaton is a non-denominational church serving the west end of Monroe County, Pennsylvania since 1884. Mount Eaton Church holds worship on Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings and offers a variety of programs for family members of all ages.

Bone Marrow Donor Program Drive

   Support a local Wind Gap resident by attending a bone marrow donor program drive from 12-4pm on Saturday, November 21st. The event will take place at The Children’s Center of Wind Gap on 58 Fairview Ave in Wind Gap.

NCC to Hold Open House at Bethlehem Campus

   Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold an open house for its Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township, Arthur L. Scott Spartan Center, on Saturday, November 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 
   Participants will learn about the college's more than 100 academic programs, tour the campus and meet faculty and staff members and current students.  Questions will be answered by the professionals in admissions, financial aid, college life, and career services. 
    For more information or to register, go to www.northampton.edu/admissions/campus-tourshtm or call 610-861-5500.

November 22

Washington Twsp. Holiday Bingo

    The Ladies Auxiliary of Washington Township Vol. Fire Company will have “Holiday Bingo” on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at 920 Washington Blvd., Bangor.  The doors will open at 11 A.M. and the games start at 12:30 PM.  Ticket cost is $20.00 in advance or $25.00 at the door.    The kitchen will be open.
   There will be a Jackpot of $500.00 Payout, a Tricky Tray, 50/50, and door prizes.        
   For tickets call Shirley Thomas, Pres. 610-863-4603, Ruth Hahn, V.P. 610-588-7402, Donna Eberle, Sec. 484-298-0192 or Sandy Wambold, Treas. (Cell)  610-462-5611
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Boomer's Angels Adoption Day

   On Sunday, November 22 come to Tractor Supply, Route 209, Brodheadsville  from 11- 2, to meet some of the beautiful loving dogs that Boomer's Angels (BAARC) have for adoption!
   All of their adoptions must be pre-approved so why not fill out and application in advance. Visit www.boomersangels.com for an application.
   If you’re not ready to adopt, why not try fostering? Foster homes are desperately needed so we can continue to save lives! 
    They  provide you with everything a foster parent will need. You supply the love and a safe home until they are adopted.  Boomer’s Angels is in need of volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, etc. 
   Boomer’s Angels Animal Rescue & Care was formed to give as many homeless and downtrodden animals the brightest future possible. Be an Angel for a homeless pet!
   Email boomersangels@gmail.com or visit our website at www.boomersangels.com, find us on Facebook, or call (570)350-4977.

Helping Hands Bingo

    The next Roseto Helping Hands  “Bring A Friend” Bingo is scheduled for NOVEMBER 22nd at the Martocci-Capobianco Roseto Legion at 1:00p.m.
  $20.00 pp  Refreshments, 50/50, door prizes​bg.org. 

 Slater Band Bingo and Tricky Tray

     Bangor High School's Slater Band Bingo and Tricky Tray: Sunday, November 22 , Doors open at 11:00AM, Games start at 1:00PM at Blue Valley Farm Show.  20 games of bingo, tricky tray, special raffles, 50/50, and door prizes.
​   Featured products from Longaberger, Coach, Vera Bradley, Thirty-One and Alex & Ani.  Refreshments available for purchase.  Two choices for tickets: $20 includes admission and set of bingo cards; $25. ticket also includes sheet of tricky tray tickets and a ticket for the special drawing.  For ticket information call:  610-588-4385 or 610-588-1780  ALL TICKETS AT DOOR ARE $25.

November 27

Bangor Tree Lighting

   The annual Bangor Christmas Tree lighting will be held 6:00pm, Friday November 27 at Founders Park in downtown Bangor. Refreshments available at the Hub after the lighting.
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November 28
See Christmas Show at American Music Theater

    The Pen Argyl Alumni Association is sponsoring a trip to the Christmas Show at the American Music Theater in Lancaster, Pa Saturday November 28.
   The cost of the trip is $110 and includes dinner at the Bird In Hand restaurant, the show, and all taxes and gratuities.
    For further information, call Bill Ruggiero at 610-863-6297

Mount Bethel Ladies Auxiliary Fall Show

    The Ladies Auxiliary of the Mount Bethel Fire Company will hold their 27th Annual Fall Show from 9:00am until 3:00pm on November 28th at the Fire Hall. Mt. Bethel Fire Hall is located on Route 611 in Mount Bethel. All items are handcrafted. There will be a bake sale and the kitchen will be open. Free admission and free parking. FMI call 570-897-5308.

November 29

New Approach 'Season of Love'

   The New Approach presents the "Season of Love" 7:00pm, Sunday, November 29 at St. Peter's ELC. The cost is $5.00 at the door and the proceeds benefit St. Peter's Scholarship Fund.

December 1

Glenn Miller Orchestra at BAHS

Deer Tick

    The Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra hosted by the Bangor Area High School's Slater Band Boosters will perform on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  
   The school is very excited to have this world famous big band in concert in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater.  What a perfect early Christmas present for a parent or grandparent.
   Performance will include some of the following from the GMO library:  In the Mood, Danny Boy, Serenade in Blue, A String of Pearls, and many others.
​   Tickets are just $25 for adults and $20 for veterans, senior citizens, and students. To pre-order tickets, please call Deb Heiney at 610-599-7012 X2137 or email heineyd@bangorsd.org."

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December 4,5

Bangor’s 140th Christmas Celebration

Friday, December 4 

• All downtown businesses will be open until 8:00pm.
• Tolino Wineries will hold wine tasting at Bray’s Newstand from 11am to 6pm.
• Tickets for a prize drawing,  sponsored by Bangor businesses,  can be picked up at Brays during the wine tasting.
• Music entertainment available from 5-8pm at a site to be determined.

Saturday, December 5

• Tolino’s Wine Tasting at Brays from 11-3.
• Entertainment featuring Lori and Jim  from 12 - 2pm  in the Broadway Pub dining room, sponsored by Broad Excavating of Bangor.
• Children’s Colonial Costume Contest up to age 14 will be held at 2:30pm. Children should meet in the parking lot next to Bangor Legion. 
• Children also will be able to guess the number of M & Ms in a jar to win a prize.
• Music up to 3pm. Details TBA.
• Window decorating contest for downtown businesses using boy and girl scouts.

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December 5

Pet Photos With Santa Claws

   Bring your pets and kids for adorable pictures with the Safe Haven Rescue Santa Claws on Saturday, December 5 from 10-2 at Berger's Agway, Route 209, Brodheadsville.
   The pictures will cost $10 for a framed 4x6 print and an email copy, and make wonderful memories and Christmas gifts.
   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 find them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths, and Safe Haven has saved over 600 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. If you are an animal lover, we would love to meet you. Help us save homeless dogs!
   For more information about Safe Haven, 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.​

Quiet Valley's 25th Annual Old Time Christmas

   Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 25th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 5, 6 and December 12, 13 with continuous tours every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last tour going out at 7:00 p.m.  
More than any other holiday, Christmas celebrations center on the traditions of our families and our heritage.  Begin a new tradition with your family this year with a visit to Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, where the Christmas customs of the past are brought to life.  From the softly glowing lantern lit tour of the 19th century farm to complimentary hot chocolate and cookies, Old Time Christmas is sure to become a favorite holiday tradition for many years to come.  
      Gather around a bonfire while you wait for your visit to the 1800s to begin. Guides in period clothing will lead guests on their journey into the past beginning with this year’s Victorian skit where Sarah and her younger sisters are busy making wonderful presents for their family. Pick up some gift giving pointers while you are there. Before you leave take a peek at their Christmas Putz, a homemade nativity and village scene that was a custom the Moravians began and was soon enthusiastically adopted by the Pennsylvania Germans. 
     Afterwards it’s on to the living Nativity located in the barnyard which includes the Quiet Valley farm animals and offers a glimpse at the foundation of this special holiday. Then off to a simple log cabin where folks will enjoy a 1700s German Christmas tale that focuses on preparing for the holiday. At the one room schoolhouse there is plenty of excitement as the school marm leads both the musicians and guests in singing their favorite seasonal carols. There is plenty of nervous trepidation in the original farmhouse as folks await a visit from the Belschnikel, a traditional Pennsylvania German character who made his rounds during the Christmas season. Everyone is anxious to see if they pass his inspection as to whether their behavior for the last year was naughty or nice.  
     A final stop in the Engel Education Building for complimentary refreshments adds a final festive touch to the visit. As you leave be sure to stop in the Holiday Gift Shop which is stocked with handcrafted items made by Quiet Valley artisans. It is the place to find unique gifts at reasonable prices.
     Those looking for a truly meaningful way to start their Christmas season will discover it at this very special event.
    Old Time Christmas is held annually the first two full weekends of December.  Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12, with those under three admitted free.  You will be outside part of the time so remember to dress warmly.  Group tours, by reservation only, for groups of 12 or more are available at a discounted price each of the four days, with groups going every 15 min. beginning at 2:30pm through 3:30pm. Perfect for scout troops, church groups and large families that want to go on tour together. The event takes about an hour & a half to finish touring.
   For more information contact Quiet Valley at 570-992-6161, farm@quietvalley.org, or consult the web site at www.quietvalley.org. 
  Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational corporation dedicated to the preservation and presentation of 19th century agricultural history. All monies raised help support the mission of our farm museum and its educational programming. Quiet Valley is located 3 ½ miles south of Stroudsburg, Pa. off of Business Route 209.

December 6

New Approach Concert at Trinity

   The New Approach Christmas Concert will be held 2:00pm December 6 at Trinity Lutheran Chruch, Fourth Street and Broadway, Bangor.  Tickets Cost $5.00 with proceeds going to the Trinity Lutheran Food Pantry.​

January 1

Farm Show New Year's Dinner

    The Blue Valley Farm Show is having an all you can eat Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner on New Year's Day from 3 to 6. Adults $9.00 and Children 6 or older $4.50. 

January 16

Fur Trappers Live Bid Auction

    District 10 Trappers of Pennsylvania will host a Live Bid Fur Auction @ Belfast-Edelman Sportsman Association, 474 sportsman club Rd. Nazareth,  January 16,2016.
    Doors open at 8am. Auction begins at 9am. $5 refundable registration fee, 4% commission. Furtaker license and PTA membership required. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203 Fur Auction @ Belfast-Edelman Sportsman Association, 474 sportsman club Rd. Nazareth, PA 18064.
​    Doors open at 8am. Auction begins at 9am. $5 refundable registration fee, 4% commission. Furtaker license and PTA membership required. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203

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.

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 Slate Belt Senior Center

Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor,  ph 610-588-1224
Hours:  8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

NOVEMBER SCHEDULE

NOTE;  EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 2 LUNCHES
WILL NOT BE SERVED UNTIL 11:30  A.M.

Morning Stretch,  9:15 A.M. Daily
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Afternoon Arts/all mediums welcome , Thursdays, 12:00-3:45 P.M
Pool Tables available every morning, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoon

​Afternoon Arts/all mediums welcome
Thursday, November 12, 12:00-3:45
(making Thanksgiving Turkey)

Crafts & Chat
Tuesday, November 17, 9:00 A.M.

Zumba Gold w/Janis
Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 A.M.

WINTER SAFETY
Wednesday, November 18, 10:30 A.M.

Officer Council Meeting
Thursday, November 19, 9:00 A.M.

Afternoon Arts/all mediums welcome
Thursday, November 19 12:00-3:45 P.M.

MUSIC WITH GARY DEE
Friday, November 20, 12:00-2:00 P.M.

Craft & Chat
Tuesday, November 24, 9:00 A.M.

Zumba Gold w/Janis
Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 A.M.

CLOSED -HAPPY AND BLESSED THANKSGIVING DAY .....Thursday, November 26

CLOSED
Friday, November 27-HAPPY BLACK FRIDAY

LEFT OVER DAY-
(Bring all goodies you want to get out of house)
Monday, November 30, 8:30 A.M.

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New Books at 
Blue Mt. Community Library

​Adult Fiction:
Circling The Sun, Paula McLain
Make Me, Lee Child
We Never Asked For Wings, Vanessa Diffenbaugh
Orphan # 8, Kim Van Alkemade
Dance of the Bones, J.A. Jance
Starlight on Willow Lake, Susan Wiggs
Lydia's Hope, Marta Perry
The Girl from Krakow, Alex Rosenberg
The Good Neighbor, A.J. Banner
The Race for Paris, Meg Clayton
X, Sue Grafton
Who Do You Love, Jennifer Weiner
The Secrets of Lake Road, Karen Katchur
The Murderer's Daughter, Jonathan Kellerman

Adult Large Print - Fiction
Never Die Alone, Lisa Jackson
The End Game, Catherine Coulter
The Scam, Janet Evanovich
Undercover, Danielle Steel
The Murder House, James Patterson
Come Rain or Come Shine, Jan Karon
Keeper's Reach, Carla Neggers

Adult Non-fiction:
A Common Struggle, Patrick Kennedy
Had I Known, Joan Lunden

New Books at 
Bangor Public Library

Adult Fiction
Albert, Susan Wittig: The Darling Dahlias and the Eleven O’clock Lady; 
Carson, Melody: The Christmas bus; 
Coyle, Cleo: Holiday buzz; 
Dekker, Ted: The promise: a Christmas Tale; 
Dunn, Matthew: Dark spies: a spycatcher novel; 
Evison, Jonathan: This is your life, 
Harriet Chance! A novel; 
King, Stephen: The bazaar of bad dreams: stories; 
Kingsbury, Karen: The bridge: a novel; 
Macomber, Debbie: Home for the holidays; 
Maden, Mike: Blue Warrior; 
Maden Mike: Drone; 
Roberts, Sheila: The snow globe; 
Staub, Wendy Corsi: Nine lives: a Lily Dale mystery; 
Taylor, Brad: The insider threat: a Pike Logan thriller; 
Thor, Brad: Code of conduct: a thriller

Adult Fiction (Audiobook CD):
Gordon, Michael R.: Cobra II the inside story of the invasion and occupation of Iraq; 
Brand, Max: Sixteen in Nome; 
Haley, Guy: Reality 36: A Richards & Klein investigation; 
Paretsky, Sara: Hardball; 
Ross, Dana Fuller: Wyoming!

Easy Fiction:
Barnett, Mac: Sam & Dave dig a hole; 
Van Allsburg, Chris: Jumanji

Juvenile Fiction:
Daneshvari, Gitty: The League of Unexceptional Children; 
White, E.B.: Stuart Little

Magazine:
Highlights for Children
 
Young Adult Fiction
Bardugo, Leigh: Six of Crows; 
Preller, James: Six innings

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Helping Hands 2015 Plans

November 15, 2015 Roseto Helping Hands will be hosting "Bring A Friend" Bingo at the American Legion in Roseto. To purchase a ticket, contact Janet Farole at 484-221-0047. 
November and December 2015 Roseto Helping Hands will be selling Holiday candy and caroling throughout the streets of Roseto.  Caroling date to be announced.  To purchase candy, contact Lynne Smith at 610-863-7252. 

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