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(L-R) Sophia Cesare, Tim Brunstetter, and Joshua Elbeck were among new members inducted into the National Honor Society at Pen Argyl High school during ceremonies held Thursday night. PHOTO GALLERY (New Photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Mary Lou Derea Lohman of the Young At Heart Club presents a prayer shawl to veteran Steve DeFranco of Roseto Legion Post 750 during a veterans tribute sponsored by the club Thursday at St. Elizabeth's Church in Pen Argyl . PHOTO GALLERY (Another photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photos Larry Cory
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Fines for Parents of BulliesPLOVER, Wis., Nov. 19 (UPI) -- A Wisconsin police chief said an ordinance imposing fines on the parents of school bullies is based around the idea that "it's the parents' job to raise the kids."
Plover Police Chief Dan Ault, who suggested the ordinance passed by the town two weeks ago, said parents of children who police determine to have engaged in bullying behavior multiple times within a 90-day period can now be made to pay a $124 fine. "It's not the school's responsibility to raise the kids. It's the school's job to teach the kids. It's not the police's job to raise your kids," Ault told WAOW-TV. "It's the parents' job to raise the kids." Ault, who said his scheme was partially inspired by data suggesting teen suicide is sometimes associated with violence in schools, said he hopes parents are inspired to take responsibility for their kids and act like role models. "If my kids broke something or something happened, I was responsible for it," he told the Stevens Point Journal. "One way or the other, I was responsible for it as the parent." Jeanne Koepke, principal of McDill Elementary School in Plover, welcomed the new ordinance. "Students have to learn to be social to each other, and that can sometimes be very mean," she said. "I certainly can't imagine you don't get good results when including parents/guardians in what's going on with their children, so I have to assume it's going to be a good result." Ault said the first offense will only result in a warning and an offer of help for the parents. "If they don't know what to do, we're certain we'll be able to provide some guidance on who to contact," Ault said. "Do kids have disputes, yes, but this repeated behavior where somebody you know, is intentionally being malicious, that's when we're involved." 
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TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF NOVEMBER 16
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.
Route 33 South
Between Belfast AND Tatamy will experience delays and lane restriction November 16 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Sullivan Trail
Aspen Street AND Norman Street will experience delays and lane restriction November 16 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 512
Between Sleepy Hollow Road AND Nazareth Drive will experience delays and lane restriction November 16 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 611 LMBT
Between Lafayette Street AND Frost Hollow will experience delays and lane restriction November 17 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 611 UMBT
Between State Street AND Northampton County Line will experience delays and lane restriction November 18 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 512 Pen Argyl/Bangor
Between South Main (Pen Argyl) Eighth St. (Bangor) will experience delays and lane restriction November 19 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 512
Between Mountain Road AND Clearfield Road will experience delays and lane restriction November 20 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
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
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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
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Pen Argyl - Palisades
Homefront - Part 1
Bangor - NW Boys Soccer
Masonic Motorama
Bangor - ESS Boys
Bangor Football Seniors
Bangor - M.A. Playoff
Frontier Encampment
Bangor - Freedom Soccer
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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
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Red Thread Cafe
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Harmony of Form
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BHS Band GRAMMY
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Leathercrafters
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Outstanding Citizens
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Wreath Making
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Comunales Italian Market
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Roper Golf Tourney
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Viet Nam Vets Speak
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Moving Pots & Pans
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Recovery Revolution
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Dirk Yahres
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Faith Aids Sister Church
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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 CLICK HERE FOR BLOOM'S NOVEMBER CALENDAR Portland Girl Scout Troop Looking for New Members The Portland Girl Scout Troop is looking for any interested girls in grades 4th thru 8th that would like to join their troop. The troop members are Juniors and Cadets. If you have a daughter that is younger than 4th grade you may contact the troop leader for more information. Meetings are held at the Portland Borough Hall located at 206 Division Street. Please contact the troop leader Pam at 484-764-2046 or pamelabossert88@gmail.com for more information.
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 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.
Weona Park Yoga Yoga at the Community Center- Mondays and Thursdays, 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. $10 per session.
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
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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 Barnes & Herz Singing at Red Thread
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November 22
Visit Bloom's Holiday Market Place
Visit Bloom's holiday marketplace Sunday November 22 from 2-5pm at 267 Riverton Road Mt. Betheland do your Christmas shopping early! Held in a beautifully restored barn, you'll want to arrive before they sell out of Thistle Farms body products and spa kits, and handmade items from local crafters and artists.
There will even be an opportunity to order a Christmas wreath. Proceeds from the marketplace will benefit Bloom Creative Studio and Bloom Bangor -- a restorative community for women that will launch in early 2016.
Bloom Bangor will offer 2 years of rent-free housing and coordinated services for outpatient addiction recovery, trauma-informed therapy and vocational training that give Bloom Bangor graduates the tools to build successful, self-sufficient and fulfilling lives, creating a new future -- for themselves, their families, our community and our economy.
There will even be an opportunity to order a Christmas wreath. Proceeds from the marketplace will benefit Bloom Creative Studio and Bloom Bangor -- a restorative community for women that will launch in early 2016.
Bloom Bangor will offer 2 years of rent-free housing and coordinated services for outpatient addiction recovery, trauma-informed therapy and vocational training that give Bloom Bangor graduates the tools to build successful, self-sufficient and fulfilling lives, creating a new future -- for themselves, their families, our community and our economy.
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
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
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.
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 prizesbg.org.
$20.00 pp Refreshments, 50/50, door prizesbg.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.
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 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
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
Bangor Tree Lighting The annual Bangor Christmas Tree lighting will be held 6:00pm, Saturday November 28 at Founders Park in downtown Bangor. Refreshments available at the Hub after the lighting.
Free Photo with Santa Merchants Bank is hosting free photos with Santa. The photos will be taken from 10am-Noon on Saturday, November 28th at the Merchants Bank located at Route 191 in Bangor. All are welcome.
Bangor Tree Lighting November 28 The annual Bangor Christmas Tree lighting will be held 6:00pm, Saturday, November 28 and not November 27 as previously announced at Founders Park in downtown Bangor. Refreshments available at the Hub after the lighting.
Toys for Tots Toy Drive
It’s time for the Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive Event hosted by Portland Lodge 311 F&AM. The lodge would like to invite the community to join them from 1-4pm on Saturday, November 28th at the Blue Valley Farm Show Complex as they help the US Marines of Allentown deliver Christmas to children in need throughout Northampton County. Santa will be landing by helicopter at this year’s annual Toys for Tots Event compliments of Mr. Carl Tolino .
Santa will be available for pictures in the Rockin' Photobooth and each child who visits with him will receive a free 4x6 photo and a gift. Chesty the Marine Bulldog Mascot will be escorted to the event by US Marines, Margaret the Pink Fire Truck, Washington Township Police and Fire Departments, Plainfield Township Fire Department, and the Slate Belt Regional Police Department. The rescue vehicles will remain on display throughout the afternoon. This year children of all ages can enjoy a meet & greet with their favorite characters from the Star Wars Saga! Children may also get a photo with Elsa and Olaf from the children's movie Frozen. The DeVaLug Lego club will be at the event with their large, Lego Christmas display and The Gospel Train Club will have their interactive Lionel and Thomas the Tank Engine displays. Children will also be able to enjoy various children's activities, hot chocolate, crafts, face painting & so much more. Parents may browse the vendors, who will have a variety of crafts, products and Christmas gift ideas. Portland Lodge asks that those who join them on Saturday, November 28th bring a donation of a new, unwrapped toy for a child 0-12 year of age. The Green Knight Wrestling Club will be joining the festivities of Toys for Tots with an Ornament Decorating Contest! They are asking for everyone who attends this years toy drive to bring with them an ornament that they have made and decorated. They are hoping everyone can help them fill a Christmas tree with the handmade ornaments that will then be donated to a local family in need of a Christmas tree. The ornaments will be judged that day and the top three ornaments will be awarded prizes! For more information and details please visit the Facebook page, Toys for Tots ~ A Slate Belt Tradition or via email at slatebelttoysfortots@gmail.com. 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.
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November 29
Portland Tree Lighting Ceremony The Borough of Portland will be holding its annual tree lighting ceremony at 7pm on Sunday, November 29th in Downtown Portland. Santa and Mrs. Claus will light the tree, Mayor Prator will speak, and local ministries will give a blessing. There will be holiday music and carols. Residents are welcome to enjoy hot chocolate and cookies as they decorate the tree. Please bring plastic ornaments only.
Wind Gap Tree Lighting Ceremony Wind Gap will host its annual tree lighting celebration beginning at 2:30pm on November 29th at Wind Gap Park. The ceremony will begin with food and fellowship at 2:30pm, followed by a Christmas program at 3pm, and at 4pm Santa will arrive.
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.
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December 1
Glenn Miller Orchestra at BAHS
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."
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."
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.
- 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.
December 5
Breakfast with Mr. & Mrs. Claus The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold their annual "Breakfast with Santa" on Saturday, December 5th from 9 am - 12 pm. Breakfast includes: pancakes, sausage, fruit, baked goods, and drinks. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus will greet the children and have a small gift for them. There will also be crafts and a photo booth. Tickets are on sale at the library. The cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children. Tickets will also be available at the door. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All proceeds benefit the library. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer at 610-588-8615.
Slate Belt Rotary Breakfast with Santa The Slate Belt Rotary will hold breakfast with Santa from 9-11 am Saturday December 5 at the Scorecard Sports Bar and Grill.
Cost is Adults and children 10 and up $8.00. Children under 10 eat free. Call the scorecard at 610-863-5869 or e-mail info@scorecardbar.com to inquire about reserving a table. The event benefits the Slate Belt Rotary's operation WARM project.-897-5787 for full information. 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 6New 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.
Rescue Fire Co. Meat drawing On Dec. 6, 2015 the Rescue Fire Co #1 will be having a Meat Drawing from 2 pm - ?. There will be food available to purchase and the bar will be open. The event will be held at the fire station located at 209 Pennsylvania Ave., Bangor, Pa 18013
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December 7
NCC Winter Session Registration
Registration for Northampton Community College (NCC) winter session courses, all online, are now being taken until December 7 for new and visiting students and until December 11 for current students. Students may register for up to four credits chosen from among seventeen courses, from art history to sociology of families.
Classes will run from Monday, December 14, until Friday, January 8. Credits earned may be transferred to other colleges.
For more information, visit www.northampton.edu/admissions/admissions-process-overview.htm or call 610-861-5300.
Classes will run from Monday, December 14, until Friday, January 8. Credits earned may be transferred to other colleges.
For more information, visit www.northampton.edu/admissions/admissions-process-overview.htm or call 610-861-5300.
December 9
BHS Chorus Holiday Concert
"Bangor High School's Chorus Holiday Concert Wednesday, December 9, 7:30 PM at M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. The combined choirs will perform The Last Words of David by Randall Thompson; Betelehemu, a Nigerian Carol arranged by Barrington Brooks, Rockin’ Jerusalem by Andre Thomas; and Cool Yule by Steve Allen.
The Concert Choir will perform Hark the Herald Angels Sing for small band and chorus arranged by Dan Forrest. The Chamber Singers will perform My God is a Rock byKen Berg; What Sweeter Music by John Rutter; Deck the Halls arranged by Alice Parker and Robert Shaw; Pretty Little Baby by Andre Thomas; and Sure on this Shining Night by Morten Lauridsen."
The Concert Choir will perform Hark the Herald Angels Sing for small band and chorus arranged by Dan Forrest. The Chamber Singers will perform My God is a Rock byKen Berg; What Sweeter Music by John Rutter; Deck the Halls arranged by Alice Parker and Robert Shaw; Pretty Little Baby by Andre Thomas; and Sure on this Shining Night by Morten Lauridsen."
December 12
Enjoy a Victorian Tea December 12 A Victorian Tea will be held from 2-4pm Saturday, December 12 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church at the corner of Fourth Street and Broadway in Bangor. A ventriloquist will entertain. Cost for the tickets is $7.00. Call the church at 610-588-2023 to order.
Santa Toy Run On December 12, 2015 the Rescue Fire Co will be holding a Santa Toy Run. Santa will deliver a pre-wrapped gift to your child at home. The cost is $10.00 per a house.
Please drop off the wrapped gift with your child's name and address clearly written on the gift any Monday between 7-9 pm or starting November 28, 2015 between 9 am - 6 pm. Deadline is December 9, 2015. The fire station address is 209 Pennsylvania Ave., Bangor Wounded Warriors Benefit Pool The Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors Benefit will be held at 1:00pm Saturday December 12 at the Bangor VFW 8-ball Ball Pool Singles Tournament.
BCA rules. Doors Open at 11am. Sign Ups at Noon. Entry Fee $20. Contact Keith at 610-442-5868 |
December 15
Bangor Womens Club December Meeting
Bangor Womens Club will meet at noon on Tuesday, December 15th at the Prince of Peace Church in Johnsonsville. After a finger food lunch, the choir from Faith Christian School will provide a musical program. Everyone is welcome, please call Ellen Prudenti, at 570-897-5787 for full information.
December 16
American Cancer Society Fundraiser
Merchants Bank Walkers are having a Dine and Donate event on December 16th at Country Road Pizza, located at 1491 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to benefit the American Cancer Society’s, Relay for Life. The event will have food, raffles, and door prizes.
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 9
Nine Week Financial Workshop
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will host a "Financial Peace University" class with Dave Ramsey, nationally syndicated radio show host, starting on Saturday, January 9th at 1:00 p.m. and running for 9 weeks. The class is practical, entertaining and fun. It runs approximately 90 minutes and includes video and group discussion. The cost is $93.00 per person/couple/family, which includes Dave's best selling book, "Complete Guide to Money", a class workbook, a CD library of lessons and access to online resources. For more information on Dave Ramsey and his work, you can visit his website, DaveRamsey.com. To register, and for more information about the workshop contact Becky Saltern (rebeccaasaltern@aol.com or 610-739-4024) or visit ebumc.org. The church is located at 136 West Central Ave. (Rt. 512),East Bangor.
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
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
March 12
Young at Art - Expo of Art Camps
On Saturday, March 12, 2016, the Lehigh Valley Arts Council will present Young at Art, an expo of arts camps and schools, to assist parents with selecting the appropriate summer class for their child. This inaugural event will be held at Penn State Lehigh Valley, from 9:00am to 2:30pm, and feature thirty exhibitors who offer lessons in the performing, literary, media and visual arts. Free admission to the expo is provided to the public.
Families with children (ages four to eighteen years old) will enjoy meeting the various exhibitors and learning about the artistic opportunities for their aspiring creatives. The day’s festivities will showcase an arts demonstration, performance or activity every 25-minutes so children will have a chance “to try on what kind of artist” they want to be this summer.
Families with children (ages four to eighteen years old) will enjoy meeting the various exhibitors and learning about the artistic opportunities for their aspiring creatives. The day’s festivities will showcase an arts demonstration, performance or activity every 25-minutes so children will have a chance “to try on what kind of artist” they want to be this summer.
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Ask The Doc........
Technology can be wonderful!
by Dr. Gary Williams, DMD
garywilliamsdmd.com
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
garywilliamsdmd.com
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
Slate Belt Senior Center
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
Helping Hands 2015 Plans
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.
Pen Argyl - November 2015
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