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Drought Warning In Effect Northampton, Carbon, Lehigh and Monroe counties are now under a drought warning. Residents and businesses, particularly in central and eastern counties, should use water wisely and follow simple water conservation tips to ease the demand for water. Citizens are encouraged to voluntarily reduce their water use by 10-15 percent.
Data from the Commonwealth drought monitoring network shows dry conditions persisting in the middle of the state and lack of precipitation in the eastern part of the state have deepened precipitation deficits, resulting in extremely low stream flow and groundwater levels, particularly in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas in the Delaware River Basin. The Department of Environmental Protection encourages all citizens to take these steps to reduce their water use:
SLATE BELT WEATHER NOVEMBER 14TODAY - Sunny, with a high near 59. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph. TONIGHT - A chance of showers, mainly after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. Light and variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. 
Pen Argyl works together to bring down a Palisades player during the Knights' 28-7 win over Palisades in a District XI AAA semi final game. Pen Argyl will play Notre Dame 1:00pm next Saturday for the District championship at Liberty. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Today at Bloom
Open Studio Hours:
Wednesday 11AM-5PM Friday 11AM-5PM Saturday 11AM-4PM Monday November 14th Women's Art Therapy 10:00am-11:30am Join us for a FREE women's art therapy group led by licensed therapist Deb Knicos. Kids Art Wednesdays. Preschool 1-1:45pm. Elementary 4-5 pm. Teen 6-7:15 Each week has a different age-appropriate project. Individual sessions are $12 each or pay $45 for a 5 week series Sign up by calling the studio, sending an email or facebook message. Leave your contact number for voice, text or email and we will get back to you! Also -- sign up online here. 12 X 24" canvas. Done with acrylics and all your supplies. Please reserve your spot online. You may review our cancellation policy on our website. 
Steve Bair was a featured speaker during a Veterans' Day program at Bangor Memorial Park. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Full Beaver Moon Columcille will begin gathering for the 'Full Beaver Moon' in the circle of stones at 7:00pm on Monday, November 14th with the Celebration beginning at 7:30pm. The Gathering is open to all who feel called to participate in welcoming and honoring Grandmother Moon and her healing energies.
We welcome all who wish to bring their drums, flutes and other musical instruments. Please bring any poem, song, chant or story you would like to share as well as your crystals, gems, etc. for cleansing by the Full Moon energies. Of course, this will be followed by a sharing of 'Tea and Treats' - bring your favorite treat! We look forward to celebrating with you. No need to RSVP - your presence is all that is required. 
Girls from the Slater Youth Basketball Association participate in a Skills and Drills program Saturday at Bill Pensyl Gym run by Coordinated Health. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo by Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Bus Trip to Koziar's Christmas Village A Christmas Bus Trip to Koziar's Christmas Village is planned for Saturday, December 3. Leaving Hope UCC, 2nd Street, Wind Gap at 3:15 PM
Package includes bus, admission to Koziar's Christmas Village and family style dinner at the Historic Haag's Hotel. Under 3 is free, 3 to 6 is $28, 7 to 12 is $35 and 13 & older is $45.NO REFUNDS unless your ticket is resold. Call (908) 727-0090 for more information Pancake Breakfast with Santa The Friends of the Bangor Public Library with hold their annual “Pancake Breakfast with Santa” on Saturday, December 3rd from 9:00 AM – 12 Noon at the Bee Hive Community Center, 197 Penna. Avenue, Bangor, PA.
There will be a visit with Santa, in addition to crafts, photos and more. Tickets are on sale at the library and will also be available at the door. Adults-$5.00, Children (ages 2 -10 yrs.) - $3.00 with children under 1 yrs. old free. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. 
A Holiday Bazaar was held Saturday at Signature Styles by Laura by Hair and Nail Artists. Shown here is Denise Sandt with her Avon display. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Rotary Club Breakfast with Santa The Rotary Club of the Slate for the fifth year will hold its annual Breakfast with Santa at The Scorecard Restaurant in Wind Gap on Saturday December 3rd from 9 – 11 AM.
All children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, sit on his lap and will get a free gift. Children 9 and under eat for free, children over 9 and adults are $8.00. Monies raised will be used for the annual Operation Warm run by the Club each year which gives new winter coats to needy children of the Slate Belt. Part of the monies also go to supply Dictionaries to the 3rd graders of the Slate Belt as part of Rotary’s Literacy Project. If you would like to know how you could become involved with Rotary Club of the Slate Belt please join us at one of our weekly meetings to learn how you can help give back to our local communities. We meet every Thursday Night from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at The Scorecard Restaurant in Wind Gap. For more information call The Scorecard or Bill Skinner. Book ReviewThe Velvet Hours
book by Alyson Richman review by Judy Piper The author of The Lost Wife writes in one of my favorite styles. She has two main characters, Solange and her grandmother Marthe, who tell their story by going back and forth in time. Marthe was a courtesan in the late 1890’s and Solange is a nineteen-year-old who wants to be a writer. Solange learns things about herself she never knew. This story telling takes place in Paris in 1939-40 when Europe will soon be in turmoil. This book is historical fiction, but the people are real. Marthe was born Mathilde Beaugiron, who became a courtesan and had her portrait painted by the famous Giovanni Boldini. Solange Beaugiron was a playwright at age seventeen and lived with her father, the son of Mathilde. When war intervenes, Solange must make decisions that will affect the rest of her light. A great story, especially knowing that it is based on real people and events. 
These people participate in one of the many activities during Fall Fest at East Bangor Park Saturday sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 41 from Johnsonville. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
New Approach Show The New Approach Show will be held Sunday, November 27 at 2:00pm in Fellowship Hall at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church at Fourth Street and Broadway, Bangor. Admission $5.00 per ticket. The group will also perform at St. Peter's Church, 7:00pm the same day.
Grace on Broadway held its grand opening Saturday at 55 Broadway in downtown Bangor. The store is owned by Heather Carlson(pictured above) and Ed Marzigliani. There is a fun mix of just about everything including Refinished Furniture. Home Decor, Collectibles, Antiques and quality gift items.PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley
Thanksgiving Pie Sale at Christ Lutheran A Thanksgiving Pie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Wednesday, November 23rd. Pick up between 11am and one. The cost is $10 per Apple Crumb or Pumpkin pie. Orders are recommended and can be placed until November 20th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-599-0809.
Thanksgiving Pie Sale at Christ Lutheran A Thanksgiving Pie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Wednesday, November 23rd. Pick up between 11am and one. The cost is $10 per Apple Crumb or Pumpkin pie. Orders are recommended and can be placed until November 20th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-599-0809. Divorce and Grief Support Groups DivorceCare and GriefShare support groups will both be hosting free one-night “Surviving the Holidays” sessions on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 from 6:30-8:30 PM. Both sessions will be held at Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA. Childcare is available upon request.
For more information or to register, please contact the church office at (570) 992-7050 or office@mounteatonchurch.org. Directions to the church and more information about the support groups may be found at 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.. Pen Argyl Leaf Collection Leaf collection has begun in Pen Argyl. There will be no collection the week of November 21 and collection will end December 2. There was a typo in newsletter, there will be collection the week of November 2.
Please call 610-863-9249 and leave a message with the address of the pickup. The PWD will get to them as soon as possible. 
November 14Connections for Women - Hopespring, Market St., Bangor 6-8:30pm
Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. Progressive Jackpot. 7pm Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Bangor Borough Council - Meets Bee Hive Community Center, 7pm Upper Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets 7:00pm Slate Belt AARP - Blue Valley Farm Show, 1:30pm Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARCan You Believe It?UK Sinkhole Forces Homeowners to Evacuate
RIPON, England, (UPI) -- A sinkhole in England forced about a dozen residents to evacuate from a town in North Yorkshire. The large sinkhole which opened up on Wednesday near Magdalen's Road in Ripon measured about 60 feet wide and 30 feet deep forcing residents of 12 homes out of the area, according to ITV.
Additional cracks continued to appear in the area through Friday, as experts from the British Geological Survey used an aerial drone to determine whether the hole will grow larger. "The area is well-known for gypsum deposits, so it's not the first time we have encountered this - although this particular sinkhole does appear to be quite large," North Yorkshire Fire Service station manager Ben Cairns told the BBC. No injuries were reported, but the area was cordoned off after fire crews arrived at the hole. "The fire brigade and contractors were saying that it's likely to be structurally unsafe for a period of time, so we would need to move out," resident Ben Bramley said. "We might even be officially homeless."
Food and Entertaining...3 Simple Tricks to Improve Your At Home Barista Skills
(BPT) - Sick of reaching for your office's less than stellar coffee pot for a morning buzz? You could swing by the over-priced coffee shop down the street, but daily store-bought java takes a serious toll on your wallet. Instead, consider these three modern brewing methods to improve your at-home barista skills and help with brewing the best cup of coffee before heading out the door each morning:
A French press isn't as complicated as it seems. This java contraption is a low tech, easy to transport way to make a delicious cup of coffee (or multiple cups, with a bigger model). The brewing process of pressing down on the grounds instead of using a paper filter allows for intense extraction of the coffee's natural flavors. Store the device on your kitchen counter or office desk for convenient caffeine on demand. Pro: Preserves coffee bean oils and offers intense extraction of flavor components. Con: Clean-up can be a bit messier than other devices. Recommended coffee ground: Coarse. Get "under pressure" with a Moka pot. This aesthetically pleasing Italian device is experiencing a resurgence thanks to its strong and flavorful coffee output. Every cup is super concentrated, brewing dark coffee that is similar in strength to conventional espresso makers. Masterfully capture sweet and spicy flavors, such as with new Gevalia Special Reserve Papua New Guinea Fine Ground, which is specially pre-ground for Moka pot brewing. Prettier than expensive electronic alternatives, this compact device is a surefire kitchen conversation starter. Pro: Makes coffee or espresso concentrated, dense and flavorful. Con: Requires careful supervision to avoid coffee burn. Recommended coffee ground: Fine. Pick up a pour over. This simplistic method requires slow and steady pouring through a sturdy funnel stationed over your single coffee mug. You can easily control the strength of the coffee based on how much you measure into the pour over, and coffee is ready in no time - making for a speedy morning option. Coffee aficionados agree that pour overs highlight coffee's complex rich, round and fruity notes with a cleaner taste than conventional coffee pots. Keep in mind that the slower the pour, the more flavorful the coffee. Pro: Dishwasher safe and perfect for single person households. Con: Demands pre-caffeinated focus to pour a steady coffee stream. Recommended coffee ground: Fine. Coffee does not have to be expensive or bitter in taste. Use any of the above brewing methods in the comfort of your home for rewarding and rich coffee every time - your taste buds (and your bank account) will thank you. For at-home coffee inspiration or to learn more about the Gevalia Special Reserve line, visit Gevalia's Facebook page. Health and Beauty...3 Ways to Revamp Your Winter
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November 14
Full Beaver Moon
Columcille will begin gathering for the 'Full Beaver Moon' in the circle of stones at 7:00pm on Monday, November 14th with the Celebration beginning at 7:30pm. The Gathering is open to all who feel called to participate in welcoming and honoring Grandmother Moon and her healing energies.
We welcome all who wish to bring their drums, flutes and other musical instruments. Please bring any poem, song, chant or story you would like to share as well as your crystals, gems, etc. for cleansing by the Full Moon energies.
Of course, this will be followed by a sharing of 'Tea and Treats' - bring your favorite treat!
We look forward to celebrating with you.
No need to RSVP - your presence is all that is required.
We welcome all who wish to bring their drums, flutes and other musical instruments. Please bring any poem, song, chant or story you would like to share as well as your crystals, gems, etc. for cleansing by the Full Moon energies.
Of course, this will be followed by a sharing of 'Tea and Treats' - bring your favorite treat!
We look forward to celebrating with you.
No need to RSVP - your presence is all that is required.
November 15
Divorce and Grief Support Groups
DivorceCare and GriefShare support groups will both be hosting free one-night “Surviving the Holidays” sessions on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 from 6:30-8:30 PM. Both sessions will be held at Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA. Childcare is available upon request.
For more information or to register, please contact the church office at (570) 992-7050 or office@mounteatonchurch.org. Directions to the church and more information about the support groups may be found at 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..
For more information or to register, please contact the church office at (570) 992-7050 or office@mounteatonchurch.org. Directions to the church and more information about the support groups may be found at 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..
November 16
Lehigh Valley Horse Council Meeting
Lehigh Valley Horse Council Meeting will be held Wednesday, November 16th, 7:00 PM at New City View Diner, 1831 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall, PA (LVHC is not responsible for the cost of meals, beverages etc)
Topic: Specialized Instruments Designed for Use on Horses Speaker: Edgar J. Balliet, VMD, Balliet & Associates, Northampton,PA FMI: 610-704-4130, 610-837-7294
Topic: Specialized Instruments Designed for Use on Horses Speaker: Edgar J. Balliet, VMD, Balliet & Associates, Northampton,PA FMI: 610-704-4130, 610-837-7294
November 17
NCC to Stage Blithe Spirit
Northampton Community College (NCC) will present the Noel Coward play Blithe Spirit from November 17 through November 21 at the Norman R. Roberts Lab Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
The play is a comedy about a cantankerous novelist who is literally haunted by the ghost of his late first wife after he remarries.
Performances are Thursday, November 17; Friday, November 18; Saturday, November 19; Monday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, November 20 at 3:00 p.m.
Admission is free. Non-perishable food items and/or a monetary donation to the Norman R. Roberts Theatre Scholarship are welcome. Reservations are strongly recommended. Call 610-861-5524 or visit NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu.
Cast members include: From Pen Argyl: Sarah Thatcher.
The play is a comedy about a cantankerous novelist who is literally haunted by the ghost of his late first wife after he remarries.
Performances are Thursday, November 17; Friday, November 18; Saturday, November 19; Monday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, November 20 at 3:00 p.m.
Admission is free. Non-perishable food items and/or a monetary donation to the Norman R. Roberts Theatre Scholarship are welcome. Reservations are strongly recommended. Call 610-861-5524 or visit NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu.
Cast members include: From Pen Argyl: Sarah Thatcher.
NCC to Offer Metal Milling Seminar
Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer a seminar, Introduction to Metal Milling, on Thursday, November 17, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., in the Fab Lab at the College’s Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
Participants will learn how to set up and use the Bridgeport milling machine, designed for precision drilling, reaming and cutting. The seminar will include aligning a mill head, setting part origins, calculating speeds, and much more.
The fee is $149. For more information call 610-332-8665 or visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn. To register, visit the Fab Lab page of the non-credit NCC catalogue, in the Personal Enrichment section.
Participants will learn how to set up and use the Bridgeport milling machine, designed for precision drilling, reaming and cutting. The seminar will include aligning a mill head, setting part origins, calculating speeds, and much more.
The fee is $149. For more information call 610-332-8665 or visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn. To register, visit the Fab Lab page of the non-credit NCC catalogue, in the Personal Enrichment section.
November 18
East Bangor Christmas Bazaar
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Friday, November 18th from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sat., November 19th 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.
November 19
Christmas Market & Bazaar
A Christmas Market & Bazaar will be held at Mount Eaton Church Saturday, November 19, 2016 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Activities of interest included a Bake Sale, Craft Items, Flea Market Items, Homemade Soups, Sandwiches, Salads, Desserts and More!
Follow the signs to: Mount Eaton Church ~ 7277 Mt. Eaton Road, Saylorsburg (570) 992-7050
For directions: www.mounteatonchurch.org
Activities of interest included a Bake Sale, Craft Items, Flea Market Items, Homemade Soups, Sandwiches, Salads, Desserts and More!
Follow the signs to: Mount Eaton Church ~ 7277 Mt. Eaton Road, Saylorsburg (570) 992-7050
For directions: www.mounteatonchurch.org
Annual Holiday Toy Bingo
The fourth Annual Holiday Toy Bingo will be held Saturday, November 19 at Hope United Church of Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap. Doors open at 11:00 am. Bingo starts at 1:00 pm.
Cost is $15 in advance, $20 at the door. The kitchen will be open FMI: e-mail hopeucc@hotmail.com or call 908-727-0090.
Cost is $15 in advance, $20 at the door. The kitchen will be open FMI: e-mail hopeucc@hotmail.com or call 908-727-0090.
NCC Bethlehem Campus Open House
Prospective students of all ages will have an opportunity to learn about the 100+ fields of study offered at Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Bethlehem campus at an open house on Saturday, November 19, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., starting at the Arthur L. Spartan Center, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Participants will have the opportunity to meet faculty members and current students and have their questions answered by the professionals in admissions, financial aid and career services.
For more information or to register, call 610-861-5500
Participants will have the opportunity to meet faculty members and current students and have their questions answered by the professionals in admissions, financial aid and career services.
For more information or to register, call 610-861-5500
Memorial For Portland Hook & Ladder
A special dedication to Portland Hook and Ladder Company #1 from Adaline Van Althuis, Girl Scout Troop 8240. She has made a memorial to honor all fallen firefighters for her Girl Scout Silver award project. She will reveal the monument at the Portland Hook and Ladder Co. 1 Engine House, 372 Delaware Avenue, Portland PA on November 19th 2016 at 1:00 pm. All are welcome to come out and see this beautiful work done by Adaline.
November 20
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 20th. Call Diane at 610-588-2397.
November 23
Thanksgiving Pie Sale at Christ Lutheran
A Thanksgiving Pie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Wednesday, November 23rd. Pick up between 11am and one. The cost is $10 per Apple Crumb or Pumpkin pie. Orders are recommended and can be placed until November 20th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-599-0809.
Thanksgiving Pie Sale at Christ Lutheran
A Thanksgiving Pie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Wednesday, November 23rd. Pick up between 11am and one. The cost is $10 per Apple Crumb or Pumpkin pie. Orders are recommended and can be placed until November 20th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-599-0809.
Thanksgiving Pie Sale at Christ Lutheran
A Thanksgiving Pie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Wednesday, November 23rd. Pick up between 11am and one. The cost is $10 per Apple Crumb or Pumpkin pie. Orders are recommended and can be placed until November 20th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-599-0809.
November 26
Toys For Tots Program
The holidays are just around the corner and that means it's time for the Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive Event hosted by Portland Lodge No. 311 F&AM. This year's event has moved to a larger location to hold more holiday fun and will be held at Charter's Banquet Facility at Plainfield Township Fire Company, located at 6480 Sullivan Trail in Wind Gap, PA on Saturday, November 26th from 1-4pm.
With the donation of a new, unwrapped toy for a child 0-12 years old, we invite you to join us for a magical afternoon as we help our U.S. Marines deliver Christmas to children in need throughout Northampton County.
Santa will arrive by helicopter at 1:00pm, courtesy of Mr. Carl Tolino. Chesty, the Marine Bulldog Mascot will arrive on Margaret the Pink Fire Truck, escorted by the Plainfield & Washington Twp. Fire Companies, and the Slate Belt Regional & Washington Township police departments. welcome the true heroes of Christmas, the U.S. Marines, to the event and thank them for their service with a United States flag donated by County Councilman Matt Dietz, then take a ride on a trackless Steam-engine Train (weather permitting). There will be FREE 4x6 photos in the Rockin' Photobooth with Santa & the characters of the hit children's movie Frozen!
The Mav oya'la Clan Costume Club will join us so that you can meet & greet your favorite characters from the Star Wars Saga. Enjoy Christmas Music by Dice Productionz, an interactive Lionel Train Display and a huge Lego Display. You can make your own Santa Snacks with Ignite Fitness, Magical Reindeer Food Buffet with Miss Rose's Preschool, and decorate your own cookie & Santa key chain craft with Bangor Daycare. In addition, there's Gifts from Santa, Vendors & MORE.
Anyone interested in reserving one of the few remaining vendor spots may contact Dawn Abbott at Dabbotts31@yahoo.com or call/text her at 484-866-7233.
Any questions regarding the event, please contact Thadd & Jennifer Taylor at ttaylor127@frontiernet.net or 484-894-5715
Like us on Facebook @SlateBeltToysforTots & Follow us on Twitter @Toys4TotsSB for more information & details about the event.
With the donation of a new, unwrapped toy for a child 0-12 years old, we invite you to join us for a magical afternoon as we help our U.S. Marines deliver Christmas to children in need throughout Northampton County.
Santa will arrive by helicopter at 1:00pm, courtesy of Mr. Carl Tolino. Chesty, the Marine Bulldog Mascot will arrive on Margaret the Pink Fire Truck, escorted by the Plainfield & Washington Twp. Fire Companies, and the Slate Belt Regional & Washington Township police departments. welcome the true heroes of Christmas, the U.S. Marines, to the event and thank them for their service with a United States flag donated by County Councilman Matt Dietz, then take a ride on a trackless Steam-engine Train (weather permitting). There will be FREE 4x6 photos in the Rockin' Photobooth with Santa & the characters of the hit children's movie Frozen!
The Mav oya'la Clan Costume Club will join us so that you can meet & greet your favorite characters from the Star Wars Saga. Enjoy Christmas Music by Dice Productionz, an interactive Lionel Train Display and a huge Lego Display. You can make your own Santa Snacks with Ignite Fitness, Magical Reindeer Food Buffet with Miss Rose's Preschool, and decorate your own cookie & Santa key chain craft with Bangor Daycare. In addition, there's Gifts from Santa, Vendors & MORE.
Anyone interested in reserving one of the few remaining vendor spots may contact Dawn Abbott at Dabbotts31@yahoo.com or call/text her at 484-866-7233.
Any questions regarding the event, please contact Thadd & Jennifer Taylor at ttaylor127@frontiernet.net or 484-894-5715
Like us on Facebook @SlateBeltToysforTots & Follow us on Twitter @Toys4TotsSB for more information & details about the event.
Craft Show November 26
The 28th annual Mt. Beth Fiore Co. Ladies Auxilary will hold craft show November 26, 2016. Crafters still needed, call Kris 610-392-7975.
November 27
New Approach show
The New Approach Show will be held Sunday, November 27 at 2:00pm in Fellowship Hall at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church at Fourth Street and Broadway, Bangor. Admission $5.00 per ticket. The group will also perform at St. Peter's Church, 7:00pm the same day.
November 29
Story Hour Airplane Program
Preschool story hour at Bangor Public Library will have a special program on Nov. 29 at 10:00.
The topic will be airplanes and space, provided by the Civil Air Patrol.
There will be age-appropriate activities, demonstrations, and stories.
All children are welcome. For more information call Wanda at 610-588-2253.
The topic will be airplanes and space, provided by the Civil Air Patrol.
There will be age-appropriate activities, demonstrations, and stories.
All children are welcome. For more information call Wanda at 610-588-2253.
November 30
Christmas in A Small Town
Christmas in A Small Town Celebration November 30 from 4-6 p.m. in the first block of N. Robinson Avenue - in front of Pen Argyl Borough Hall.. All Pen Argyl organizations and businesses to participate by bringing a table with treats and handouts about your business/organization. The block will be closed to traffic thanks to Pen Argyl Borough. Once again, Williams Family Dental will sponsor visits with Santa and Mrs. Santa.
They are seeking day care centers, scouts and local schools to provide musical entertainment throughout the evening. This year they have added something new… The lighting of the Borough Tree will take place at 6:00 p.m. They are asking children to make and bring a non-returnable ornament to hang on the tree. Also present will be Tott's Gap Arts Institute’s “famous” dough ornaments that children can “paint” with chocolate paint.
They are seeking day care centers, scouts and local schools to provide musical entertainment throughout the evening. This year they have added something new… The lighting of the Borough Tree will take place at 6:00 p.m. They are asking children to make and bring a non-returnable ornament to hang on the tree. Also present will be Tott's Gap Arts Institute’s “famous” dough ornaments that children can “paint” with chocolate paint.
December 3
Blue Valley Rescue Blood Drive
A Blood Drive hosted by Blue Valley Rescue Squad will be held December 3 from 9am - 1pm at 65 N. Eighth Street, Bangor.
Craft/Vendor Show and Bake Sale
Belfast Wesley UMC 607 School Rd Nazareth will hold its 2nd Annual Fall Craft/Vendor Show and Bake sale on Saturday December 3, 2016 from 9am to 2pm.
They have Tastefully Simple, do TERRA, Gold Canyon Candles, Mary Kay, Paparazzi Jewelry, and Lularoe as well as others! Jewelry by the Lucky Dutchman; as well as handmade crafts.
FMI: call Debbie at 610-248-1149
They have Tastefully Simple, do TERRA, Gold Canyon Candles, Mary Kay, Paparazzi Jewelry, and Lularoe as well as others! Jewelry by the Lucky Dutchman; as well as handmade crafts.
FMI: call Debbie at 610-248-1149
East Bangor Craft Show With Santa Claus
East Bangor Vol. Fire Co. will hold it annual craft show December 3 from 11-3 at the fire company, 30 East Central Avenue, East Bangor.
Santa Claus will arrive by Fire Truck at 12:00. Cookies and milk with Santa will be available at 12:30. Food and a small silent auction will also be available.
Santa Claus will arrive by Fire Truck at 12:00. Cookies and milk with Santa will be available at 12:30. Food and a small silent auction will also be available.
Bus Trip to Koziar's Christmas Village
A Christmas Bus Trip to Koziar's Christmas Village is planned for Saturday, December 3. Leaving Hope UCC, 2nd Street, Wind Gap at 3:15 PM
Package includes bus, admission to Koziar's Christmas Village and family style dinner at the Historic Haag's Hotel.
Under 3 is free, 3 to 6 is $28, 7 to 12 is $35 and 13 & older is $45.NO REFUNDS unless your ticket is resold. Call (908) 727-0090 for more information
Package includes bus, admission to Koziar's Christmas Village and family style dinner at the Historic Haag's Hotel.
Under 3 is free, 3 to 6 is $28, 7 to 12 is $35 and 13 & older is $45.NO REFUNDS unless your ticket is resold. Call (908) 727-0090 for more information
Rotary Club Breakfast with Santa
The Rotary Club of the Slate for the fifth year will hold its annual Breakfast with Santa at The Scorecard Restaurant in Wind Gap on Saturday December 3rd from 9 – 11 AM.
All children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, sit on his lap and will get a free gift. Children 9 and under eat for free, children over 9 and adults are $8.00. Monies raised will be used for the annual Operation Warm run by the Club each year which gives new winter coats to needy children of the Slate Belt. Part of the monies also go to supply Dictionaries to the 3rd graders of the Slate Belt as part of Rotary’s Literacy Project.
If you would like to know how you could become involved with Rotary Club of the Slate Belt please join us at one of our weekly meetings to learn how you can help give back to our local communities. We meet every Thursday Night from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at The Scorecard Restaurant in Wind Gap.
For more information call The Scorecard or Bill Skinner.
All children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, sit on his lap and will get a free gift. Children 9 and under eat for free, children over 9 and adults are $8.00. Monies raised will be used for the annual Operation Warm run by the Club each year which gives new winter coats to needy children of the Slate Belt. Part of the monies also go to supply Dictionaries to the 3rd graders of the Slate Belt as part of Rotary’s Literacy Project.
If you would like to know how you could become involved with Rotary Club of the Slate Belt please join us at one of our weekly meetings to learn how you can help give back to our local communities. We meet every Thursday Night from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at The Scorecard Restaurant in Wind Gap.
For more information call The Scorecard or Bill Skinner.
Pancake Breakfast with Santa
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library with hold their annual “Pancake Breakfast with Santa” on Saturday, December 3rd from 9:00 AM – 12 Noon at the Bee Hive Community Center, 197 Penna. Avenue, Bangor, PA.
There will be a visit with Santa, in addition to crafts, photos and more. Tickets are on sale at the library and will also be available at the door. Adults-$5.00, Children (ages 2 -10 yrs.) - $3.00 with children under 1 yrs. old free. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
There will be a visit with Santa, in addition to crafts, photos and more. Tickets are on sale at the library and will also be available at the door. Adults-$5.00, Children (ages 2 -10 yrs.) - $3.00 with children under 1 yrs. old free. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
December 7
Bangor High School Choirs Winter Concert
Bangor High School Choirs Winter Concert: Wednesday, December 7, 7:30pm at M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. Performing Ensembles will be the Concert Choir, Symphonic Choir, and Chamber Choir. Repertoire to include Sing Unto God by G.F. Handel, Ose Shalom arranged by John Leavitt, Nyon Nyon by Jake Runestad, Dan Forrest's O Come All Ye Faithful, Carol of the Bells, I'm Gonna Sing by Moses Hogan, If Music Be the Food of Love by David Dickau, O Magnum Mysterium Morten Lauridsen, Jingle Bells arranged by Mack Wilberg, and John the Revelator by Caldwell and Ivory.
December 10
TGAI Annual Community Open House
December 10, Time TBD. FREE. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 Come to Totts Gap Arts and see what students have to share! Dance performances and art displays from our September classes, as well as information on our classes for 2017. Light refreshments will be served.
December 10, Time TBD. FREE. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 Come to Totts Gap Arts and see what students have to share! Dance performances and art displays from our September classes, as well as information on our classes for 2017. Light refreshments will be served.
December 11
Pet Photos With Santa
Tis the season to be FURRY!!! Or feathered, or scaly!! The holidays are fast approaching, and what better way to get in the holiday spirit than pet photos with Santa?
Join Boomer's Angels December 11 from 11am - 2pm at Leck Veterinarian Hospital, 115 W Pennsylvania Ave, Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
Join Boomer's Angels December 11 from 11am - 2pm at Leck Veterinarian Hospital, 115 W Pennsylvania Ave, Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
December 16
Bangor High School Bands Winter Concert
The BAHS Bands Winter Concert will be held on Friday, December 16 at 7:30 PM in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School. The Concert and Symphonic Bands will each present their own portion of the concert with compositions by Steve Reisteter, James Barnes, Chris Bernotas, James Curnow, Pavel Tschesnokoff, and John Moss.
At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Tickets will be available at the door for $3 adults/$2 students and seniors. Gold Cards and Slater Band Boosters Membership Cards will be honored. Please join us on December 16 to share in the holiday joy!
At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Tickets will be available at the door for $3 adults/$2 students and seniors. Gold Cards and Slater Band Boosters Membership Cards will be honored. Please join us on December 16 to share in the holiday joy!
December 17
Breakfast With Santa at Columbia Fire Co.
Columbia Fire Co. No. 1 is Roseto will be sponsoring a Breakfast with Santa on Saturday December 17th from 9-11am at the Roseto Municipal Building. The event is open to all children from Roseto borough as well as children and grandchildren of current Fire Co. members. Cost is FREE for those under 10. Adults and children 10 and over, the cost is $8. Please call 610-588-0597 or email kidsparty@columbiafireco.org for reservations.
January 21
Trappers Fur Auction
January 21st, 2017-Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at **NEW LOCATION** Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083),. Doors open at 8am, auction starts at 9am. PTA membership and furtaker's license required. Contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.-332-6585.
Slate Belt Senior Center
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
NOVEMBER ACTIVITIES
Morning Stretch, Mondays, Nov., 7, 28 9:15 A.M.
Crafts & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold, Tues & Thursdays, 10:00 A.M.
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, Nov,,16,23, 30, 10:00 A.M.
Brush away with Senior Artists, Wed. 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Afternoon Arts (All mediums welcome) Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 P.M.
Every day: Cards, Pool, Computer, Internet, Library, and TV
CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY, Nov., 24 and CLOSED BLACK FRIDAY, Nov., 25.
Crafting with Bev, Thursday, November 17, 10:00 A.M.
Baseball, Friday, Nov. 4, 10:00 P.M.
Bunco Tournament , Friday, November 4, 12:30 P.M.
Shingles shots, Thursday, Nov., 9:00
AARP Meeting, Mon. Nov., 14, 1:30 P.M.
Thanksgiving Meal, Thursday, Nov., 17
Turkey/pick your own & Harvest Bingo, Friday, Nov., 18, 9:30-11:00 A.M.
Farkle, Tuesday, Nov., 22, 12:30-2:30 P.M.
Morning Stretch, Mondays, Nov., 7, 28 9:15 A.M.
Crafts & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold, Tues & Thursdays, 10:00 A.M.
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, Nov,,16,23, 30, 10:00 A.M.
Brush away with Senior Artists, Wed. 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Afternoon Arts (All mediums welcome) Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 P.M.
Every day: Cards, Pool, Computer, Internet, Library, and TV
CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY, Nov., 24 and CLOSED BLACK FRIDAY, Nov., 25.
Crafting with Bev, Thursday, November 17, 10:00 A.M.
Baseball, Friday, Nov. 4, 10:00 P.M.
Bunco Tournament , Friday, November 4, 12:30 P.M.
Shingles shots, Thursday, Nov., 9:00
AARP Meeting, Mon. Nov., 14, 1:30 P.M.
Thanksgiving Meal, Thursday, Nov., 17
Turkey/pick your own & Harvest Bingo, Friday, Nov., 18, 9:30-11:00 A.M.
Farkle, Tuesday, Nov., 22, 12:30-2:30 P.M.
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Blue Mt. Library New Books
Adult Fiction:
A Great Reckoning, Louise Penny
Sting, Sandra Brown
Mortal Fall, Christine Carbo
The Damascus Threat, Matt Rees
The Gates of Rutherford, Elizabeth Cooke
Thrill Kill, Brian Thiem
Margherita’s Notebook, Elisabetta Flumeri
The Last Time She Saw Him, Jane Haseldine
Dark Road Home, Anna Carlisle
Killer Look, Linda Fairstein
Adult Large Print:
First Star I See Tonight, Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Daughters of the Bride, Susan Mallery
The Loyal Heart, Shelley Shepard Gray
Bullseye, James Patterson
Rushing Waters, Danielle Steel
Sweet Tomorrows, Debbie Macomber
Among The Wicked, Linda Castillo
The Couple Next Door, Shari Lapena
A Great Reckoning, Louise Penny
Sting, Sandra Brown
Mortal Fall, Christine Carbo
The Damascus Threat, Matt Rees
The Gates of Rutherford, Elizabeth Cooke
Thrill Kill, Brian Thiem
Margherita’s Notebook, Elisabetta Flumeri
The Last Time She Saw Him, Jane Haseldine
Dark Road Home, Anna Carlisle
Killer Look, Linda Fairstein
Adult Large Print:
First Star I See Tonight, Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Daughters of the Bride, Susan Mallery
The Loyal Heart, Shelley Shepard Gray
Bullseye, James Patterson
Rushing Waters, Danielle Steel
Sweet Tomorrows, Debbie Macomber
Among The Wicked, Linda Castillo
The Couple Next Door, Shari Lapena
SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
October 27, 2016
Rescue Fire Co. 34 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 22 – Rob George 14-0
Bangor Jax 34 East Bangor Fire Co. 22 – Dave Giaquinto 11-3, Jim Hughes 10-2; Scott Allen 9-5
Pen Argyl Legion 45 Liberty Fire Co. 11 – Brookes Kromer 14-0, Todd Lakey 13-1, Kraig Kuster 11-3
Oxford Fire Co. 33 Roseto Legion 23 – Bob Winter 10-4; Bob Lambert 8-6
Bangor VFW 37 Second Ward Fire Co. 19 – Jeff LaBar 11-3, Ryan Comunale 10-4; Chad Pysher 10-4
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 29 Bangor Elks 27 – Bryce Hartzell 11-3, Phil Ascani 9-5; Chad Kreider 10-4
O’Neill’s Place 44 Columbia Fire Co. 12 – Ryan Hunt 14-0, Steve Buskirk 12-2, Andy Conroy 12-2, Nate Stettler 12-2
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 – Bangor Jax 8-0, Oxford Fire Co. 8-0, Bangor Elks 6-2, Pen Argyl Legion 6-2, Roseto Legion 6-2, O’Neill’s Place 5-3, Bangor VFW 4-4
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 5-3, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 5-3, Liberty Fire Co. 1-7, Rescue Fire Co. 1-7, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-7, Columbia Fire Co. 0-8, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-8
October 27, 2016
Rescue Fire Co. 34 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 22 – Rob George 14-0
Bangor Jax 34 East Bangor Fire Co. 22 – Dave Giaquinto 11-3, Jim Hughes 10-2; Scott Allen 9-5
Pen Argyl Legion 45 Liberty Fire Co. 11 – Brookes Kromer 14-0, Todd Lakey 13-1, Kraig Kuster 11-3
Oxford Fire Co. 33 Roseto Legion 23 – Bob Winter 10-4; Bob Lambert 8-6
Bangor VFW 37 Second Ward Fire Co. 19 – Jeff LaBar 11-3, Ryan Comunale 10-4; Chad Pysher 10-4
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 29 Bangor Elks 27 – Bryce Hartzell 11-3, Phil Ascani 9-5; Chad Kreider 10-4
O’Neill’s Place 44 Columbia Fire Co. 12 – Ryan Hunt 14-0, Steve Buskirk 12-2, Andy Conroy 12-2, Nate Stettler 12-2
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 – Bangor Jax 8-0, Oxford Fire Co. 8-0, Bangor Elks 6-2, Pen Argyl Legion 6-2, Roseto Legion 6-2, O’Neill’s Place 5-3, Bangor VFW 4-4
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 5-3, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 5-3, Liberty Fire Co. 1-7, Rescue Fire Co. 1-7, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-7, Columbia Fire Co. 0-8, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-8