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Wind Advisory Until 6:00am Monday The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Wind Advisory. It is in effect until 6:00am Monday. Winds, west northwest at 15 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph are likely. The strong wind gusts may bring down tree limbs and utility lines. Scattered power outages are possible. The strong winds may make driving difficult especially for those operating a large vehicle. 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 20TODAY - A chance of snow showers before 10am, then a chance of rain and snow showers. Cloudy, with a high near 42. Windy, with a west wind 16 to 26 mph, with gusts as high as 46 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. TONIGHT - A chance of rain and snow showers before 1am, then a chance of snow showers. Cloudy, with a low around 28. Breezy, with a west wind 17 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 45 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. 
Girl Scout Project Dedicated to Firemen
by Jennifer Trinkley
Can a beautiful small town like Portland have any more history? Well 13-year-old Adaline Van Althius did just that. “Addy” to her friends is a cadet in Girl Scout in Troop 8240. Nov 19th she unveiled a beautiful handmade Cedar wood plaque edged in gold on a hand-smithed hook with matching interchangeable seasonal wreaths that she donated to Portland Hook & Ladder Fire Co. as her Silver Star Project. Each wreath has a matching smaller cedar plaque which she plans on swapping out every season, she’s already planning on buying live wreaths for the Christmas season. She is the first member of Troop 8240 to ever complete her Silver Star Project. She is the daughter of Donna Van Althius & Terry Lockwitch, a fire fighter with the Portland Fire Company. They reside in Mt. Bethel. She is an 8th grade at Bangor Middle school. She said, “I don’t believe fire fighters get enough credit for everything they do.” Which is why she decided to make a dedication plaque for all fallen fire fighters as her project. She began black-smithing over a year ago and used her skills to cast the iron that the plaque is held on. The fall wreaths were hand decorated by her and her friend Brianna Ratzman. The cedar wood was donated by her Uncle Anthony St. Luce, it is actually pieced together, not that you can tell by her amazing handy work. The lettering on the cedar plaque was done by Scribbles and Drips. A metal plaque rests below her beautiful piece donated by the fire company itself in her honor. She also spruced up an existing plaque that was donated years ago with new gold lettering. The leaders of the Troop are Tara Carson and Tamara Utess. To earn the silver star a scout must submit her project idea to her local council. Upon approval she has to spend at least 55 hours working on it and only has 8 weeks to finish the project. According to her, she spent close to 70 hours working on the project. On top of the strict deadlines she faced, she has a migraine condition that she didn’t let hold her back in her endeavor. When asked by Senator Mario Scavello what she plans for her gold star project, since she has set the bar so high, she just laughed and said she has no idea at this point. She does however have every intention of getting early approval so she can have plenty of time to complete it. 
Adaline Van Althius (center) dedicated her Silver Star Project to firemen from the Portland Hook And Ladder Company during a ceremony Saturday. Also pictured are Fire Chief Jim Potter (L) and Portland Mayor Lance Prator. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley.
NDGP Denies Knights Titleby Larry Cory
Pen Argyl seemed that they were always just a play short of gathering the momentum to beat Notre Dame of Green Pond for the second time this year in a game played Saturday BASD Stadium. After all, the Knights had laid a convincing 35-14 win on the Crusaders earlier this year and it appeared as though it wasn’t if, but when that play would come. With the District XI AAA championship on the line the Knights had plenty of incentive. After the opening kickoff, the Crusaders started in Knights’ territory at the 46 which didn’t bode well. But consecutive sacks by Tanner Barr and Dawson Hughes and a penalty gave Notre Dame a third-and-forever forcing a punt which looked good for the Knights, but was only a preview of what was to come. For much of the first half the teams traded punts. On one occasion Austin Heisler’s 13-yard run gave Pen Argyl a first down and hope that the Knights' vaunted running game was about to emerge. But it was not to be. Midway through the second quarter, it was the Crusaders that broke through. Notre Dame’s Cole DeFranco completed passes of 10,11 and 22 yards in a drive that carried to the Knights’ seven. Mitch Daniel soon scored on a short run for a 7-0 lead with 6:17 to play in the first half. Later, Pen Argyl’s Christian Scott intercepted a DeFranco pass giving Pen Argyl life at the Crusaders’ 33. A few plays later, Logan Sterner took a pitchout from Logan Ruppert for a gain to the 14 and a first down. However, Notre Dame returned the favor picking off a pass in the end zone intended for Joey DePaolo that could have tied the game. Still, the Knights’ went into halftime only trailing 7-0 and knowing that one score ties the game. Daniel, however, ran 61 yards early in the third quarter putting the Crusaders up 14-0. Down two scores, the Knights’ got one back when they drove 80 yards with short runs and a 36-yard touchdown pass from Ruppert to Nick Guerro, cutting the lead to 14-7. Moments later, however, a 76-yard touchdown pass from DeFranco to Jon Moran put Notre Dame in control and on their way to a 28-7 win and the District Championship. 
Pen Argyl's Tanner Barr sacks NDGP quarterback Cole DeFranco with some help from Dawson Hughes (53) during the Knights' 28-7 loss to the Crusaders for the District XI AAA title. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Liquor Reform Bill Enacted House Bill 1196 has been signed into law as Act 166 of 2016. This legislation reforms Pennsylvania’s outdated system of selling beer, wine and spirits by allowing distributors to sell beer in singles, six-packs and growlers.
It also permits direct shipment of beer by out-of-state retailers to consumers, with a limit of up to 192 ounces (a 12-pack) of beer to be delivered to a consumer per month. 
The band 12-24 performed Saturday night at the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater in Bangor High School for the benefit of the Slate Belt Y and others. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley
Tax Credits for PA’s First Responders - To help retain first responders and to encourage more individuals to volunteer, legislation authorizing local municipalities to enact earned income and property tax liability tax credits for active volunteers of a fire company or emergency medical service (EMS) company is now on the governor’s desk for consideration.
House Bill 1683 would grant municipalities the authority to offer active volunteers a tax credit of up to 20 percent of their tax liability based on the number of calls a volunteer responded to or their training or participation in the functions of the organization. A study conducted by the Pennsylvania Fire and Emergency Services Institute in 2001 found that volunteer fire service companies yielded about $6 billion in avoided costs to local governments. 
Veterans, friends and family pledge allegiance to the flag during a Veterans Day program sponsored by the Young at Heart Club held at St. Elizabeth's Church in Pen Argyl Thursday. PHOTO GALLERY (New photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Traci Pensyl Rumsey HOF Inductee Bangor graduate and Slate Belt resident Traci Pensyl Rumsey was recently inducted into the Immaculata University Athletic Hall of Fame.
During her four years as a member of the Mighty Mac women’s basketball team, Rumsey scored 896 points and had 890 rebounds, ranking her sixth all-time in rebounds for IU. During the 1983-84 season, she was the team’s leading rebounder with 284 rebounds. Her role on the team was to be a rebounder, and with her vertical jump, she certainly fulfilled her duty. She played in 94 games during her career, and served as captain her senior season. Rumsey was a 1982-83 All-Philadelphia Area College Division Second Team pick, and in that same year was honored as a Player of the Week by the Philadelphia Sports Writers. Rumsey also played volleyball and softball during her time at Immaculata. Rumsey was an assistant girls’ basketball coach at Bangor Area High School from 1996 to 2006. In 2000, she was inducted into the Bangor Slater Athletic Hall of Fame.
Veterans introduce themselves during a Veterans Day program sponsored by the Young at Heart Club held at St. Elizabeth's Church in Pen Argyl Thursday. PHOTO GALLERY (New photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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.
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 20Bingo - Immaculate Conception. Doors 11:00am, Bingo 1:00pm
Bingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45. Breakfast - Blue Valley Farm Show, 8-1. Fellowship Dinner - First UMC Bangor, 12:30 - 1:30pm Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3. Slate Belt YMCA - Open Noon - 10:00am - 2:00pm CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARCan You Believe It?Fire crews rescue puppies from
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November 20, 1945 - The Nuremberg War Crime Trials began in which 24 former leaders of Nazi Germany were charged with conspiracy to wage wars of aggression, crimes against peace, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
November 20, 1947 - England's Princess Elizabeth married Philip Mountbatten. Elizabeth was the first child of King George VI and became Queen Elizabeth II upon the death of her father in 1952. November 20, 1962 - The Cuban Missile Crisis concluded as President John F. Kennedy announced he had lifted the U.S. Naval blockade of Cuba stating, "the evidence to date indicates that all known offensive missile sites in Cuba have been dismantled." |
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Innovative Twists to Favorite Sandwiches
(NewsUSA) - However you stack 'em or slice 'em, everyone loves a good sandwich -- especially when it incorporates healthy ingredients. Americans everywhere are looking for quick solutions on making healthy diet choices, and many will be happy to hear that this doesn't require a whole meal overhaul. In honor of National Sandwich Day on November 3rd, here are some fun twists on sandwich classics that can help you incorporate easy ingredients for guilt-proof lunch solutions.
* PB&J Quesadilla: PB&J's are an American favorite. To cut down on the high fat, calorie and sugar counts in typical peanut butter and jelly, sub in almond butter paired with fiber-full fresh strawberries and bananas. Wrap it all up in a whole wheat tortilla to cut carbs, throw it on a skillet and make your taste buds sizzle.
* Wild Turkey: According to a recent study, turkey takes the cake for America's most popular sandwich, but can sometimes get a bad rep if it's piled up with fatty toppings. For a healthy new take on the classic club, ditch the fattening mayonnaise and bacon and trade it with almond butter and apple slices instead. This healthy upgrade also lends some crunch and sweetness to your sandwich.
And remember: not all meats are created equal. Look for turkey that is lower in sodium and fat, without sacrificing flavor. Simply Delicious Slow Roasted Turkey Breast from Land O' Frost is a great option and certified by the American Heart Association's Heart-Check Food Certification Program, making it the perfect option for you and your family.
* Green Grilled Cheese: Get your daily dose of greens and dairy with this healthy spin on everyone's greasy, guilty pleasure. Pack your grilled cheese with avocado, spinach, pesto and parsley for a substantially more nutritious and flavorful sandwich. Better yet, substitute your go-to, boring deli cheese, with goat cheese, which is extra creamy and surprisingly low-cal. Feel free to experiment with any of your favorite veggies -- it's what's on the inside that counts, right?
Try out any of these creative transformations with your family, or use your imagination to invent a new, unique concoction of your own. For coupons and healthy recipe ideas for the whole family, visit www.landomoms.com.
* PB&J Quesadilla: PB&J's are an American favorite. To cut down on the high fat, calorie and sugar counts in typical peanut butter and jelly, sub in almond butter paired with fiber-full fresh strawberries and bananas. Wrap it all up in a whole wheat tortilla to cut carbs, throw it on a skillet and make your taste buds sizzle.
* Wild Turkey: According to a recent study, turkey takes the cake for America's most popular sandwich, but can sometimes get a bad rep if it's piled up with fatty toppings. For a healthy new take on the classic club, ditch the fattening mayonnaise and bacon and trade it with almond butter and apple slices instead. This healthy upgrade also lends some crunch and sweetness to your sandwich.
And remember: not all meats are created equal. Look for turkey that is lower in sodium and fat, without sacrificing flavor. Simply Delicious Slow Roasted Turkey Breast from Land O' Frost is a great option and certified by the American Heart Association's Heart-Check Food Certification Program, making it the perfect option for you and your family.
* Green Grilled Cheese: Get your daily dose of greens and dairy with this healthy spin on everyone's greasy, guilty pleasure. Pack your grilled cheese with avocado, spinach, pesto and parsley for a substantially more nutritious and flavorful sandwich. Better yet, substitute your go-to, boring deli cheese, with goat cheese, which is extra creamy and surprisingly low-cal. Feel free to experiment with any of your favorite veggies -- it's what's on the inside that counts, right?
Try out any of these creative transformations with your family, or use your imagination to invent a new, unique concoction of your own. For coupons and healthy recipe ideas for the whole family, visit www.landomoms.com.
Shopping...
Tax Law Changes Mean Refund Delays Will Affect Millions of Holiday Shoppers
(NewsUSA) - For many gift buyers, the tax refund is that extra paycheck that arrives just in time to pay off holiday bills.
However this year, new provisions under the PATH - Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes - Act will impact early tax season refund timing. For tax returns that include the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and/or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), the IRS will issue your refund no earlier than February 15, 2017. Last year, over 26 million Americans received EITC, meaning this change could surprise many who typically plan to get their refund early in the year.
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service is responding with a way to help hardworking Americans bridge the gap and get access to money. Taxpayers may prequalify for an Express Refund Advance, a no fee, 0 percent APR loan offered by Metabank available when clients file their taxes with Jackson Hewitt.
Those interested should visit www.ExpressRefundAdvance.com, answer a few simple questions, and within minutes see if they prequalify for up to $1300. There's no credit check, and visitors may prequalify with a refund as low as $500.
"We are committed to helping our clients get early access to money," said David Prokupek, Jackson Hewitt CEO. "With expected refund delays this year Express Refund Advance is important for millions of hard-working Americans."
Starting December 15 when Jackson Hewitt offices begin to open, clients may get started using their last pay stub, and receive between $200 and $400. The loan is automatically repaid when clients receive their tax refund from the IRS. Jackson Hewitt kiosks located inside of more than 3,000 Walmart stores will also offer Express Refund Advance, and will open beginning December 27.
To learn more or to make an appointment with a tax pro, visit www.JacksonHewitt.com.
The Express Refund Advance is a tax-related refund loan provided by MetaBank; it is not the actual tax refund. Available for a limited time and in participating locations. The amount of the advance will be deducted from tax refunds and reduce the amount that is paid directly to the taxpayer. Tax returns may be filed electronically without applying for this loan. Availability is subject to satisfaction of identity verification, eligibility criteria, application, approval, underwriting standards, and other terms and conditions. Only $200-$400 is available with a paystub (or other acceptable pre-year-end income verification), and remaining amounts are available with a W-2 and upon filing tax return with the IRS. IRS delays may affect the delivery timing of loan proceeds. Disbursement rules apply. Funds loaded onto a card within an hour and direct deposit the next business day. Ask tax pro for details.
However this year, new provisions under the PATH - Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes - Act will impact early tax season refund timing. For tax returns that include the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and/or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), the IRS will issue your refund no earlier than February 15, 2017. Last year, over 26 million Americans received EITC, meaning this change could surprise many who typically plan to get their refund early in the year.
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service is responding with a way to help hardworking Americans bridge the gap and get access to money. Taxpayers may prequalify for an Express Refund Advance, a no fee, 0 percent APR loan offered by Metabank available when clients file their taxes with Jackson Hewitt.
Those interested should visit www.ExpressRefundAdvance.com, answer a few simple questions, and within minutes see if they prequalify for up to $1300. There's no credit check, and visitors may prequalify with a refund as low as $500.
"We are committed to helping our clients get early access to money," said David Prokupek, Jackson Hewitt CEO. "With expected refund delays this year Express Refund Advance is important for millions of hard-working Americans."
Starting December 15 when Jackson Hewitt offices begin to open, clients may get started using their last pay stub, and receive between $200 and $400. The loan is automatically repaid when clients receive their tax refund from the IRS. Jackson Hewitt kiosks located inside of more than 3,000 Walmart stores will also offer Express Refund Advance, and will open beginning December 27.
To learn more or to make an appointment with a tax pro, visit www.JacksonHewitt.com.
The Express Refund Advance is a tax-related refund loan provided by MetaBank; it is not the actual tax refund. Available for a limited time and in participating locations. The amount of the advance will be deducted from tax refunds and reduce the amount that is paid directly to the taxpayer. Tax returns may be filed electronically without applying for this loan. Availability is subject to satisfaction of identity verification, eligibility criteria, application, approval, underwriting standards, and other terms and conditions. Only $200-$400 is available with a paystub (or other acceptable pre-year-end income verification), and remaining amounts are available with a W-2 and upon filing tax return with the IRS. IRS delays may affect the delivery timing of loan proceeds. Disbursement rules apply. Funds loaded onto a card within an hour and direct deposit the next business day. Ask tax pro for details.
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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 610-588-0809.
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 610-588-0809.
November 26
Bangor Borough Christmas Tree Lighting
Bangor Borough Christmas Tree Lighting will be Saturday, November 26 - 6:00 p.m. at Founders Park, South Main and Broadway. Tree Lighting hosted by Family Life Church & The Hub Teen Center.
Post Tree-Lighting Refreshments offered by these downtown businesses: • Bangor General Store • Grace On Broadway • Bangor Chiropractic • Dinky’s Ice Cream Shop • Pies To Die For Cafe • Bangor Trust Brewing • VS Eyewear • Bangor Public Library
Post Tree-Lighting Refreshments offered by these downtown businesses: • Bangor General Store • Grace On Broadway • Bangor Chiropractic • Dinky’s Ice Cream Shop • Pies To Die For Cafe • Bangor Trust Brewing • VS Eyewear • Bangor Public Library
Craft Show November 26
The 28th annual Mt. Bethel Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary will hold craft show November 26, 2016. Crafters still needed, call Kris 610-392-7975.
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.
November 27
Portland Tree Lighting
The Portland Borough Annual Tree Lighting is on Sunday, November 27th at 6:30 pm in downtown Portland. Join us for this joyous event. Santa and Mrs. Claus along with Mayor Prator and a Holiday Blessing from our local Ministries will kick off the season. Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and cookies. Join in with local musicians to sing holiday carols. Come one, come all.
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.
LuLaRoe Extravaganza at Immaculate Conception
LuLaRoe Extravaganza at Immaculate Conception School will be held Saturday, December 3 from 10am to 2pm at 290 W Babbitt Avenue, Pen Argyl, PA 18072
Treat yourself to a fun-filled day with TEN LuLaRoe Consultants on hand to bring out your inner fashionista!
LuLaRoe is a fabulous line of clothing that is versatile, affordable and comfortable. With clothing for women and girls with even some pieces for men and boys, it works with all body styles! Having so many consultants together provides you with the chance of finding hard-to-find items!
Feel free to come and browse to see what LuLaRoe is all about. Each attendee will receive a chance to win a pair of free buttery-soft leggings which LuLaRoe is known for. (Limit one entry per attendee.) An additional raffle will be available for a full LuLaRoe wardrobe! Cash only.
For information, please email us at LuLaRoeFundraiser@gmail.com, call 724-Iam-LuLa or visit us at https://www.facebook.com/LuLaRoeFundraiser/
Treat yourself to a fun-filled day with TEN LuLaRoe Consultants on hand to bring out your inner fashionista!
LuLaRoe is a fabulous line of clothing that is versatile, affordable and comfortable. With clothing for women and girls with even some pieces for men and boys, it works with all body styles! Having so many consultants together provides you with the chance of finding hard-to-find items!
Feel free to come and browse to see what LuLaRoe is all about. Each attendee will receive a chance to win a pair of free buttery-soft leggings which LuLaRoe is known for. (Limit one entry per attendee.) An additional raffle will be available for a full LuLaRoe wardrobe! Cash only.
For information, please email us at LuLaRoeFundraiser@gmail.com, call 724-Iam-LuLa or visit us at https://www.facebook.com/LuLaRoeFundraiser/
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.
Forks Tree of Lights
Forks YMCA Education Center Hosts Third Annual Tree of Lights Celebration is where individuals of all ages will gather to honor and remember those who make our neighborhoods and lives a better place. The event will feature a tree lighting, seasonal songs sung by the center’s children, the Easton Area High School’s Brass Ensemble, Frosty the Snowman and the arrival of Santa Claus.
The event will be held Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 7 PM – 8 PM at Park Plaza, 1800 Sullivan Trail, Easton, PA.x
The event will be held Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 7 PM – 8 PM at Park Plaza, 1800 Sullivan Trail, Easton, PA.x
Library Night at Wendy’s
The Blue Mountain Community Library will be holding a “Library Night at Wendy’s” Fundraiser on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Wendy’s Restaurant, route 512, Wind Gap, PA will generously donate a portion of all sales that night to the Library in Pen Argyl. The fundraiser will include dine-in, take-out and drive-through orders. Please consider supporting the Blue Mountain Community Library by purchasing a meal from Wendy’s. The money will be used to purchase new books and to meet the many expenses associated with maintaining the building. Membership to the library is free to all residents of the Pen Argyl School District and non-residents may join for a small yearly fee.
A Christmas Tree Fundraiser is currently being offered at the library for anyone wishing to honor or memorialize a loved one or pet. Please consider purchasing an ornament for $5.00 to decorate the tree. The library has many Pen Argyl High School yearbooks for sale, as well as books on local history. We are also interested in obtaining more of these books, in particular, “Ring the Bells for Olde Pen Argyl.” Anyone wishing to donate this type of book can call Lisa at 610-863-3029 for information or visit the website at www.bmcl.org . Find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.
A Christmas Tree Fundraiser is currently being offered at the library for anyone wishing to honor or memorialize a loved one or pet. Please consider purchasing an ornament for $5.00 to decorate the tree. The library has many Pen Argyl High School yearbooks for sale, as well as books on local history. We are also interested in obtaining more of these books, in particular, “Ring the Bells for Olde Pen Argyl.” Anyone wishing to donate this type of book can call Lisa at 610-863-3029 for information or visit the website at www.bmcl.org . Find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.
December 11
TGAI Annual Community Open House
December 11, 12-4. . 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, 12-4. . 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.
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.
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.
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
November 3, 2016
Bangor Elks 34 Roseto Legion 22 – Ryan Kreider 12-2, George Gallagher 11-3, Jerry Bubba 11-3; Chuck Klingle 12-2
Rescue Fire Co. 33 Second Ward Fire Co. 23 – Rob George 12-2, John Falcone 11-3, Steve Policelli 10-4
Bangor VFW 38 Liberty Fire Co. 18 – Rod LaBar 12-2, Matt Minnick 11-3, Jeramy Albert 10-4
Oxford Fire Co. 31 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 25 – Ken Hagan 12-2, Gary Fagan 11-3; Dave Flick 9-5
Bangor Jax 39 O’Neill’s Place 17 – Mike Shafer 13-1, A.J. Gilliland 11-3
Pen Argyl Legion 37 East Bangor Fire Co. 19 – Brookes Kromer 13-1, Kraig Kuster 12-2; John Pene 9-5
Columbia Fire Co. 33 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 23 – Todd E. Albert 10-2, Brian Palmer 10-2, Bob Ponnett 10-2
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 – Bangor Jax 9-0, Oxford Fire Co. 9-0, Bangor Elks 7-2, Pen Argyl Legion 7-2, Roseto Legion 6-3, Bangor VFW 5-4, O’Neill’s Place 5-4
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 5-4, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 5-4, Rescue Fire Co. 2-7, Columbia Fire Co. 1-8, Liberty Fire Co. 1-8, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-8, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-9
November 3, 2016
Bangor Elks 34 Roseto Legion 22 – Ryan Kreider 12-2, George Gallagher 11-3, Jerry Bubba 11-3; Chuck Klingle 12-2
Rescue Fire Co. 33 Second Ward Fire Co. 23 – Rob George 12-2, John Falcone 11-3, Steve Policelli 10-4
Bangor VFW 38 Liberty Fire Co. 18 – Rod LaBar 12-2, Matt Minnick 11-3, Jeramy Albert 10-4
Oxford Fire Co. 31 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 25 – Ken Hagan 12-2, Gary Fagan 11-3; Dave Flick 9-5
Bangor Jax 39 O’Neill’s Place 17 – Mike Shafer 13-1, A.J. Gilliland 11-3
Pen Argyl Legion 37 East Bangor Fire Co. 19 – Brookes Kromer 13-1, Kraig Kuster 12-2; John Pene 9-5
Columbia Fire Co. 33 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 23 – Todd E. Albert 10-2, Brian Palmer 10-2, Bob Ponnett 10-2
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 – Bangor Jax 9-0, Oxford Fire Co. 9-0, Bangor Elks 7-2, Pen Argyl Legion 7-2, Roseto Legion 6-3, Bangor VFW 5-4, O’Neill’s Place 5-4
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 5-4, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 5-4, Rescue Fire Co. 2-7, Columbia Fire Co. 1-8, Liberty Fire Co. 1-8, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-8, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-9