CLICK HERE FOR PRINT ARCHIVES AT PRINTSBTT.COMSLATE BELT WEATHER NOVEMBER 4TODAY - Sunny, with a high near 55. North wind 6 to 13 mph. TONIGHT - Clear, with a low around 32. North wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening. ![]() Bangor senior Cheyenne Ott brings the ball into the circle during the Spartans' 2-1 overtime win Wednesday night for the District XI AA championship in a game played at Nazareth. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
![]() Bangor senior Emily Short carries the ball down the sideline during Southern Lehigh's 2-1 overtime win Wednesday night for the District XI AA championship in a game played at Nazareth. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Activities At Bloom![]() Open Studio Hours:
Wednesday 11AM-5PM Friday 11AM-5PM Saturday 11AM-4PM EVERY WEDNESDAY $12.00 per session $45.00 for 5 sessions Introduce your child to a world of artistic expression! Each week, children will explore various elements of art and be guided to create their own masterpieces in an atmosphere of creativity and endless possibilities. Kid's Art at Bloom Creative Studio 5 week Session for kids. Preschool (ages 3-5)- 1:00pm-1:45pm Elementary (K-3rd grade)- 4:00pm-5:00pm Tween/Teen - 6:00pm-7:15pm Have your next birthday party at Bloom creative Studio! 11x14 painting of your choice - $20.00 per child 5x7 painting of your choice - $10.00 per child or an Open Studio party - $6.00 plus cost of surface 10 kids or more Call for more details 610-588-4775 Pen Argyl - Tamaqua Tickets Pen Argyl will play Tamaqua in a District XI Football game this Saturday at 2:00pm in Alumni Stadium. Advanced Tickets will be $6.00 for Adults and $3.00 for Students/Sr. Citizen. All tickets at the Gate will be $6.00. A.D. Tim Egan will be selling tickets in the High School A-Gym lobby from 5:00-6:30 on Thursday and the Athletic Office on Friday from 1:30-2:30pm.
Annual Chicken Supper The Annual Chicken Supper will be held at Trinity United Church of Christ 632 S. Delaware Drive (Route 611), Mt. Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 5 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM
Cost is $12.00 per adult, $6.00 for children under 10. Includes: Roast chicken, mashed potatoes, filling (or stuffing), candied yams, cran-apple sauce, creamed cabbage,beans, homemade vanilla ice cream. Free parking. Held rain or shine!! Call 610-588-1989 or Email tjory2@aol.com with any questions! Youth Speed and Agility Clinics The Slater Youth Basketball Association has partnered with Coordinated Health and will be having a Speed and Agility Clinic at the Bangor Area High School Gym on Saturday, November 05, 2016, from 11:00am to 12:00pm for all boys. On Saturday, November 12, 2016, from 11:00am to 12:00pm for all girls.
The clinic is open to kids from 3rd to 6th Grades. In lieu of a charge, we are asking all kids that attend bring a pair of unused winter gloves or socks to donate to the Slater Family Network. Fall Festival November 5 Fall Festival will be held at Slate Belt Health and Rehabilitation 701 Slate Belt Blvd Bangor, Saturday, November 5 from 9am to 3pm.
Food, Fun, Live Entertainment, Tricky Tray and Vendors Including: *Lularoe , *Tupperware, *Scentsy, *31, *Pampered Chef, *Jamberry, *Upcycled Goods, *Mary Kay, Younique *Soaps, *Jams, *Cupcakes , *Cheesecakes , *Jewelry and More. Funds Raised Will Help Slater Family Network. These children were among the many to visit homes on South Franklin Street during Trick-or-Treat in Pen Argyl Sunday. Sbtt Photo Janice Cory
Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner Family Style Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner Family Style - All You Can Eat will be held Saturday, November 5th from 4 pm - 7 pm at Hope United Church of Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap. Cost is Adults $10.00. Ages 6 - 12 $5.00 and children 5 and under eat FREE.
NCC to Hold Youth Chess Tournament Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its annual Youth Chess Championship, for children ages 18 and under, on Saturday, November 5, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at College Center, second floor. The college is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Participants will play five rounds in unrated and rated sections. Trophies and prizes will be awarded as well as random prize drawings. Registration is $39 at the door. Advance registration, before November 3, is $34. For more information, go to http.www.northampton.edu/chess or call 610-861-4120. 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 4Connections for Women - Hopesprings, Market St., Bangor 10am - 1pm.
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45. Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029 Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARCan You Believe It?Driver Accidentally Backs Car
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November 5 - Remembered as Guy Fawkes Day in Britain, for the anniversary of the failed "Gunpowder Plot" to blow up the Houses of Parliament and King James I in 1605.
November 5, 1733 - The first issue of the New York Weekly Journal was published by John Peter Zenger, a colonial American printer and journalist. A year later, he was arrested on charges of libeling New York's royal governor. November 5, 1911 - Aviator C.P. Snow completed the first transcontinental flight across America, landing at Pasadena, California. He had taken off from Sheepshead Bay, New York, on September 17 and flew 3,417 miles. |
Automotive...
Home Improvement Tips for Your Car that Can Save You Money

(BPT) - Do you tend to put off some tasks, especially mundane ones like those pesky home improvement chores? While procrastination is not uncommon, staying on top of the chores not only can help keep you organized, it can save you money. Take cleaning your garage, for example. With the winter season rapidly approaching, now is a good time to take stock on just how cluttered it is. More than likely you’ll see there’s too much stuff around, and possibly not even enough space for one of the most important items in your garage: your car.
Start cleaning now because you really don’t want to keep your car or truck outside during the rainy/snowy season. In short, winter can wreak havoc on your vehicle, including the tires. “The colder climate definitely can alter your tire pressure,” says Pat Keating, senior manager, technical engineering for Yokohama Tire Corporation, manufacturer of everything from ultra-high performance tires to passenger car and SUV tires, including the GEOLANDAR G015 that’s built for any weather condition, including snow.
“Maintaining your tire pressure is extremely important because tires affect everything from braking to steering to fuel efficiency,” Keating says. “As the season turns to winter, tires can lose up to 10 percent of their pressure. A tire that is under-inflated by only 8 psi can reduce fuel economy up to 2 percent, which will affect your drive and can cost you money at the gas pump.”
Five minutes a month to check your tire’s air pressure is all it takes to maintain proper inflation and save money, according to Keating.
And who couldn’t use extra money these holidays? The cash can come handy when everyone’s driving more and spending more.
“The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) recommends checking the tires when they are cold — at least four hours since the vehicle was last driven.” Keating added. “Always use an accurate tire gauge and make sure the valve is free of debris and water.”
The correct tire pressure is specified by the manufacturer of the vehicle, not the tire manufacturer. The proper inflation levels can be found on a placard on the inside of the car door and/or in the owner’s manual.
P lacing your tires on your “home improvement check list” can save you cash in the long run. Keating offers some other tire tips that will help you this winter season:
* Check your tread depth by placing a penny upside down into a tread groove. If you can see all of Lincoln’s head, your tire’s tread has worn down to the legal limit and you need to buy new tires.
* Tires must be replaced when the tread is worn down to 2/32 of an inch (the lowest legal limit). It's best to replace them before they reach 2/32 depending on your drive (geographically and type of streets).
* Rotating your tires regularly promotes even wearing of tread. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles.
* Checking your alignment at least once a year or sooner, especially if the vehicle is pulling to one side. This will help avoid uneven wear on tire tread. Tire balance should also be monitored.
For more tire care and safety tips visit www.yokohamatire.com/tires-101 or www.rma.org.
Start cleaning now because you really don’t want to keep your car or truck outside during the rainy/snowy season. In short, winter can wreak havoc on your vehicle, including the tires. “The colder climate definitely can alter your tire pressure,” says Pat Keating, senior manager, technical engineering for Yokohama Tire Corporation, manufacturer of everything from ultra-high performance tires to passenger car and SUV tires, including the GEOLANDAR G015 that’s built for any weather condition, including snow.
“Maintaining your tire pressure is extremely important because tires affect everything from braking to steering to fuel efficiency,” Keating says. “As the season turns to winter, tires can lose up to 10 percent of their pressure. A tire that is under-inflated by only 8 psi can reduce fuel economy up to 2 percent, which will affect your drive and can cost you money at the gas pump.”
Five minutes a month to check your tire’s air pressure is all it takes to maintain proper inflation and save money, according to Keating.
And who couldn’t use extra money these holidays? The cash can come handy when everyone’s driving more and spending more.
“The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) recommends checking the tires when they are cold — at least four hours since the vehicle was last driven.” Keating added. “Always use an accurate tire gauge and make sure the valve is free of debris and water.”
The correct tire pressure is specified by the manufacturer of the vehicle, not the tire manufacturer. The proper inflation levels can be found on a placard on the inside of the car door and/or in the owner’s manual.
P lacing your tires on your “home improvement check list” can save you cash in the long run. Keating offers some other tire tips that will help you this winter season:
* Check your tread depth by placing a penny upside down into a tread groove. If you can see all of Lincoln’s head, your tire’s tread has worn down to the legal limit and you need to buy new tires.
* Tires must be replaced when the tread is worn down to 2/32 of an inch (the lowest legal limit). It's best to replace them before they reach 2/32 depending on your drive (geographically and type of streets).
* Rotating your tires regularly promotes even wearing of tread. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles.
* Checking your alignment at least once a year or sooner, especially if the vehicle is pulling to one side. This will help avoid uneven wear on tire tread. Tire balance should also be monitored.
For more tire care and safety tips visit www.yokohamatire.com/tires-101 or www.rma.org.
Real Estate...
Autumn and Early Winter:
Best Times to be a Homebuyer

(BPT) - The long-held belief that summer is the only time to buy a home is fading fast. Savvy home-buyers are learning that when temperatures drop, numerous benefits emerge that simply aren't available other times of the year.
"With warm weather and many homes on the market, summer is generally the busiest real estate season. However, autumn into early winter can be opportune times for people who are serious about buying a home, too" says Geoff Lewis, RE/MAX, LLC President. "This time of year has big advantages - like motivated sellers and less competition - that simply can't be ignored."
If you're in the market to purchase a home, there's no need to hang up your house-hunting hat until spring or summer. Lewis offers eight reasons why now might just be the best time to purchase a home.
Year-end tax breaks
As long as you close on the property on or before Dec. 31, any property tax and mortgage interest paid are tax-deductible for that year. This can dramatically impact the amount of money you owe Uncle Sam, or increase your refund.
Less competition
The National Association of Realtors(R) recently noted that, in an average year, nearly half of all home sales occur from May to August. Although most people wait until the hustle and bustle of the spring selling season, you'll likely encounter less competition during fall and winter. That means less stress and a reduced chance you'll be involved in a bidding war.
Eager sellers
Sellers become more motivated the longer their home is on the market, especially now that the summer rush is over. If a home has been listed for a while, it may allow buyers more room for negotiation and potentially a better deal.
Quicker transactions
Motivated sellers paired with less-busy title companies may mean a faster closing in fall and winter. Do you want a new home in time for the holidays or new year? It's entirely possible when you house hunt now.
Cheaper moving prices
You're probably planning to hire a moving company in some capacity, whether you're moving across town or across the country. In the fall and winter moving companies tend to be less busy, which means you might have the options of more flexible schedules and lower prices.
Easier to outfit your home
Need a new couch, cutlery or curtains for your home? Year-end sales are perfect for scoring a deal on these otherwise expensive items. Plus, if you move in around the holidays, there are plenty of deals on house-warming gifts.
"In addition to all these benefits for buying post-selling season, interest rates for home loans are still at record lows," says Lewis.
If you're thinking of purchasing a home, find more helpful information at www.remax.com.
"With warm weather and many homes on the market, summer is generally the busiest real estate season. However, autumn into early winter can be opportune times for people who are serious about buying a home, too" says Geoff Lewis, RE/MAX, LLC President. "This time of year has big advantages - like motivated sellers and less competition - that simply can't be ignored."
If you're in the market to purchase a home, there's no need to hang up your house-hunting hat until spring or summer. Lewis offers eight reasons why now might just be the best time to purchase a home.
Year-end tax breaks
As long as you close on the property on or before Dec. 31, any property tax and mortgage interest paid are tax-deductible for that year. This can dramatically impact the amount of money you owe Uncle Sam, or increase your refund.
Less competition
The National Association of Realtors(R) recently noted that, in an average year, nearly half of all home sales occur from May to August. Although most people wait until the hustle and bustle of the spring selling season, you'll likely encounter less competition during fall and winter. That means less stress and a reduced chance you'll be involved in a bidding war.
Eager sellers
Sellers become more motivated the longer their home is on the market, especially now that the summer rush is over. If a home has been listed for a while, it may allow buyers more room for negotiation and potentially a better deal.
Quicker transactions
Motivated sellers paired with less-busy title companies may mean a faster closing in fall and winter. Do you want a new home in time for the holidays or new year? It's entirely possible when you house hunt now.
Cheaper moving prices
You're probably planning to hire a moving company in some capacity, whether you're moving across town or across the country. In the fall and winter moving companies tend to be less busy, which means you might have the options of more flexible schedules and lower prices.
Easier to outfit your home
Need a new couch, cutlery or curtains for your home? Year-end sales are perfect for scoring a deal on these otherwise expensive items. Plus, if you move in around the holidays, there are plenty of deals on house-warming gifts.
"In addition to all these benefits for buying post-selling season, interest rates for home loans are still at record lows," says Lewis.
If you're thinking of purchasing a home, find more helpful information at www.remax.com.
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November 5
Youth Speed and Agility Clinics
The Slater Youth Basketball Association has partnered with Coordinated Health and will be having a Speed and Agility Clinic at the Bangor Area High School Gym on Saturday, November 05, 2016, from 11:00am to 12:00pm for all boys. On Saturday, November 12, 2016, from 11:00am to 12:00pm for all girls.
The clinic is open to kids from 3rd to 6th Grades.
In lieu of a charge, we are asking all kids that attend bring a pair of unused winter gloves or socks to donate to the Slater Family Network.
The clinic is open to kids from 3rd to 6th Grades.
In lieu of a charge, we are asking all kids that attend bring a pair of unused winter gloves or socks to donate to the Slater Family Network.
Fall Festival November 5
Fall Festival will be held at Slate Belt Health and Rehabilitation 701 Slate Belt Blvd Bangor, Saturday, November 5 from 9am to 3pm.
Food, Fun, Live Entertainment, Tricky Tray and Vendors Including: *Lularoe , *Tupperware, *Scentsy, *31, *Pampered Chef, *Jamberry, *Upcycled Goods, *Mary Kay, Younique *Soaps, *Jams, *Cupcakes , *Cheesecakes , *Jewelry and More.
Funds Raised Will Help Slater Family Network.
Food, Fun, Live Entertainment, Tricky Tray and Vendors Including: *Lularoe , *Tupperware, *Scentsy, *31, *Pampered Chef, *Jamberry, *Upcycled Goods, *Mary Kay, Younique *Soaps, *Jams, *Cupcakes , *Cheesecakes , *Jewelry and More.
Funds Raised Will Help Slater Family Network.
Annual Chicken Supper
The Annual Chicken Supper will be held at Trinity United Church of Christ 632 S. Delaware Drive (Route 611), Mt. Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 5 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM
Cost is $12.00 per adult, $6.00 for children under 10. Includes: Roast chicken, mashed potatoes, filling (or stuffing), candied yams, cran-apple sauce, creamed cabbage,beans, homemade vanilla ice cream.
Free parking. Held rain or shine!!
Call 610-588-1989 or Email tjory2@aol.com with any questions!
Cost is $12.00 per adult, $6.00 for children under 10. Includes: Roast chicken, mashed potatoes, filling (or stuffing), candied yams, cran-apple sauce, creamed cabbage,beans, homemade vanilla ice cream.
Free parking. Held rain or shine!!
Call 610-588-1989 or Email tjory2@aol.com with any questions!
Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner Family Style
Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner Family Style - All You Can Eat will be held Saturday, November 5th from 4 pm - 7 pm at Hope United Church of Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap. Cost is Adults $10.00. Ages 6 - 12 $5.00 and children 5 and under eat FREE.
NCC to Hold Youth Chess Tournament
Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its annual Youth Chess Championship, for children ages 18 and under, on Saturday, November 5, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at College Center, second floor. The college is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Participants will play five rounds in unrated and rated sections. Trophies and prizes will be awarded as well as random prize drawings.
Registration is $39 at the door. Advance registration, before November 3, is $34. For more information, go to http.www.northampton.edu/chess or call 610-861-4120.
Participants will play five rounds in unrated and rated sections. Trophies and prizes will be awarded as well as random prize drawings.
Registration is $39 at the door. Advance registration, before November 3, is $34. For more information, go to http.www.northampton.edu/chess or call 610-861-4120.
November 6
East Bangor Free Dinner
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE "Baked Pasta" Dinner on Sunday, November 6th, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.
November 8
Election Day Meal, Craft Show November 26
The Mount Bethel Ladies Auxiliary will have the kitchen open on election day – November 8th. Serving breakfast sandwiches, homemade vegetable beef soup, hamburgers, hot dogs & more! Eat in or take out
The 28th annual craft show will be held November 26, 2016. Crafters still needed, call Kris 610-392-7975.
The 28th annual craft show will be held November 26, 2016. Crafters still needed, call Kris 610-392-7975.
NCC to Hold Nurse Aide Information Session
Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold a free information session on its nurse aide program on Tuesday, November 8, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at its Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. The program will run during the spring 2017 semester, dates to be announced.
According to U.S. Department of Labor projections, opportunities for nurse aides are projected to increase much faster than average.
For more information go to www.northampton/healthcerts or call 610-332-6585.
According to U.S. Department of Labor projections, opportunities for nurse aides are projected to increase much faster than average.
For more information go to www.northampton/healthcerts or call 610-332-6585.
November 9
Bangor Lions Fundraiser
The Bangor Lions is conjunction with Wendy's in Wind Gap will be having a fundraiser for the Bangor Lions Club. On the 9th of November from 5 to 8 pm, 15 percent of all sales will be donated to the Bangor Lions Club. Please come out and support your local Lions Club and help us continue our service to the community.
The Bangor Lions provide scholarships to local graduates, support local food banks and free lunch programs, provide eye glasses for those in need, support our local little league programs and much, much more. They thank the members of our local communities, as without your support, we would not be able to continue our service to the community. Remember their motto is "We Serve".
The Bangor Lions provide scholarships to local graduates, support local food banks and free lunch programs, provide eye glasses for those in need, support our local little league programs and much, much more. They thank the members of our local communities, as without your support, we would not be able to continue our service to the community. Remember their motto is "We Serve".
November 10
Photography Club Meeting
The Slate Belt Photography Club will hold their regular meeting on Thursday, November 10 from 7pm to 8pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 4th & Broadway, Bangor, PA.
This month's meeting will be on "How to Clean Your Camera, Inside & Out". This will be a hands on demo and show you how to clean the sensor of your camera along with all the tools to do it.
Anyone is welcome to join us and new members are always welcome. If coming please bring 1 non-perishable food item for the food pantry.
This month's meeting will be on "How to Clean Your Camera, Inside & Out". This will be a hands on demo and show you how to clean the sensor of your camera along with all the tools to do it.
Anyone is welcome to join us and new members are always welcome. If coming please bring 1 non-perishable food item for the food pantry.
November 11
Holiday Season At ARTSPACE
As is its tradition, the ARTSPACE Gallery, located at 18 N. Seventh St., Stroudsburg, will open its doors as an art gift shop for the Holiday season. Participation in this year’s store is open to all PoconoArts members. Membership is an affordable $39 per year for individuals or $29 for seniors and artists may join to be in the store.
An application form is available on line at poconoarts.org or in the gallery and the deadline to participate is November 11, 2016. The store opens on November 25 and runs through January 2, 2017, with hours based upon volunteer availability. The PoconoArts staff will manage the store 10AM – 4PM, Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours handled by volunteers. Fees for participation are: $30 with a 20% commission for volunteers (min. 4 hour shift) and $40 with a 25% commission for those who do not volunteer. The more volunteers, the more hours the store can be open, resulting in more sales. A special reception and member discount night is scheduled for Thursday, December 1. For further information, call the PoconoArts office at 570-476-4460 or email laura@poconoarts.org.
The Pocono Arts Council is a local arts service organization serving Monroe, Pike and Wayne counties. The mission of the council is to build the community artistically and culturally by providing leadership, service and education - “Culture Builds Community.” Further information can be found by visiting its website, www.poconoarts.org or calling 570-476-4460.
An application form is available on line at poconoarts.org or in the gallery and the deadline to participate is November 11, 2016. The store opens on November 25 and runs through January 2, 2017, with hours based upon volunteer availability. The PoconoArts staff will manage the store 10AM – 4PM, Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours handled by volunteers. Fees for participation are: $30 with a 20% commission for volunteers (min. 4 hour shift) and $40 with a 25% commission for those who do not volunteer. The more volunteers, the more hours the store can be open, resulting in more sales. A special reception and member discount night is scheduled for Thursday, December 1. For further information, call the PoconoArts office at 570-476-4460 or email laura@poconoarts.org.
The Pocono Arts Council is a local arts service organization serving Monroe, Pike and Wayne counties. The mission of the council is to build the community artistically and culturally by providing leadership, service and education - “Culture Builds Community.” Further information can be found by visiting its website, www.poconoarts.org or calling 570-476-4460.
Photography Exhibit to Take Place at NCC
Trustom Pond, an exhibit of stunning photographs of the Trustom Pond national wildlife preserve in Rhode Island by John Hafey, will be exhibited November 1 through December 16 in the gallery of Communications Hall, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. An artist’s reception will take place on Nov. 11, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the gallery.
According to a review by the New York Times, Hafey’s photographs achieve “effects akin to those of exquisitely wrought aquatints.”
Communications Hall is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and closed on Sunday.
For more information go to www.northampton.edu and click on “Events.”s or call 610-861-4120.
According to a review by the New York Times, Hafey’s photographs achieve “effects akin to those of exquisitely wrought aquatints.”
Communications Hall is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and closed on Sunday.
For more information go to www.northampton.edu and click on “Events.”s or call 610-861-4120.
November 12
Brunch With The Author
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will host their Fall “Brunch with the Author” on Saturday, November 12th @ 10:00 AM. Local author, Anna Maria Caldera will be the featured author. She will be presenting. Sherwood Anderson on Life and Writing. This is Anna’s tenth book and one that pays homage to her favorite author, Sherwood Anderson (1876-1941). Anderson was a chronicler of the common person during the post- Civil War industrialization of America. A recurring theme was the effect of factories on farmers whose connection to the land had been severed. While popular magazines, novels, and screen plays of the day upheld the wealthy as the subjects of greatest interest, Anderson’s literary output focused on the lowly. Ms. Caldara will familiarize the audience with Anderson’s work and his advice to writers.
The event is free, but donations will be accepted. Registration for attendance is required by calling the library at 610-588-4136. The library is located at 39 South Main Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
The event is free, but donations will be accepted. Registration for attendance is required by calling the library at 610-588-4136. The library is located at 39 South Main Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner
Arndt’s Lutheran Church , 1851 Arndt Road, Forks Township, Easton, will hold a pork and sauerkraut dinner on Saturday, November 12th from 4 to 7 pm. We will feature slow cured sauerkraut, pork, mashed potatoes, green beans and homemade applesauce. Homemade desserts with tea and coffee will be available. Adult tickets are $10 and children’s tickets 5-11 are $5; children under 5 eat free.
Belfast Rummage/Bake Sale
Belfast Wesley United Methodist Church 607 School Road Nazareth, Pa. will hold their annual Spring Rummage/Bake Sale on Saturday November 12th, 2016 from 8:00am to 12:00pm.
Something for everyone! Please come out and join them.
For more information please call Teddy at 1-908-235-8811.
Something for everyone! Please come out and join them.
For more information please call Teddy at 1-908-235-8811.
TGAI Annual Scholarship Dinner
NOVEMBER 12
Annual Scholarship Dinner, 6 PM. $60 per person. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 Join them for an evening of great food and entertainment, while supporting our worthwhile programs! Annual Scholarship Dinner includes a silent auction of work donated by local artists, and directly benefits the scholarship fund.
Annual Scholarship Dinner, 6 PM. $60 per person. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 Join them for an evening of great food and entertainment, while supporting our worthwhile programs! Annual Scholarship Dinner includes a silent auction of work donated by local artists, and directly benefits the scholarship fund.
Holiday Bazaar at Signature Styles
A Holiday Bazaar will be held at Signature Styles by Laura, 333 Blue Valley Drive, Bangor Saturday, November 12 from 10am - 2pm.
Vendors include Avon, Essential Oils, Mary Kay, Paparazzi Jewelry, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, Tupperware, and other vendors.
Food, cash and carry, drawings also available.
Please bring a non-perishable food item to support the Portland Food Bank.
Vendors include Avon, Essential Oils, Mary Kay, Paparazzi Jewelry, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, Tupperware, and other vendors.
Food, cash and carry, drawings also available.
Please bring a non-perishable food item to support the Portland Food Bank.
November 13
Slater Band Bingo and Tricky Tray
Bangor High School's Slater Band Bingo and Tricky Tray: Sunday, November 13 , 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, Alex & Ani and Michael Kors. 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. ALL TICKETS AT DOOR ARE $25.
Cornish Presentation at Heritage Center
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, November 13th @ 2:00 PM. Speaker for the afternoon will be Mr. Walter Cole who will give a program on the Cornish and their immigration to the United States from Cornwall, England. Topics include Cornwall as a Celtic nation, Cornish characteristics and culture. A power point presentation will include scenes of Cornwall and the world wide “Great immigration from the 1840”s until World War I. The Cornish arrival and influence will be depicted in their contribution to businesses, as inventors and includes their social activities, characteristics, culture and economy. Upon coming to this area they originally settled in Pen Argyl and East Bangor where their impact is still noted. The Heritage Center is also exhibiting “The Cornish” in their Chamber Room showcases. This display will run until March. The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
November 15
Divorce and Grief Support Groups
DivorceCare and GriefShare support groups will both be hosting free one-night “Surviving the Holidays” sessions on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 from 6:30-8:30 PM. Both sessions will be held at Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA. Childcare is available upon request.
For more information or to register, please contact the church office at (570) 992-7050 or office@mounteatonchurch.org. Directions to the church and more information about the support groups may be found at mounteatonchurch.org.
About Mount Eaton Church:
Mount Eaton is a non-denominational church serving the west end of Monroe County, Pennsylvania since 1884. Mount Eaton Church holds worship on Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings and offers a variety of programs for family members of all ages..
For more information or to register, please contact the church office at (570) 992-7050 or office@mounteatonchurch.org. Directions to the church and more information about the support groups may be found at mounteatonchurch.org.
About Mount Eaton Church:
Mount Eaton is a non-denominational church serving the west end of Monroe County, Pennsylvania since 1884. Mount Eaton Church holds worship on Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings and offers a variety of programs for family members of all ages..
November 16
Lehigh Valley Horse Council Meeting
Lehigh Valley Horse Council Meeting will be held Wednesday, November 16th, 7:00 PM at New City View Diner, 1831 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall, PA (LVHC is not responsible for the cost of meals, beverages etc)
Topic: Specialized Instruments Designed for Use on Horses Speaker: Edgar J. Balliet, VMD, Balliet & Associates, Northampton,PA FMI: 610-704-4130, 610-837-7294
Topic: Specialized Instruments Designed for Use on Horses Speaker: Edgar J. Balliet, VMD, Balliet & Associates, Northampton,PA FMI: 610-704-4130, 610-837-7294
November 17
NCC to Offer Metal Milling Seminar
Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer a seminar, Introduction to Metal Milling, on Thursday, November 17, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., in the Fab Lab at the College’s Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
Participants will learn how to set up and use the Bridgeport milling machine, designed for precision drilling, reaming and cutting. The seminar will include aligning a mill head, setting part origins, calculating speeds, and much more.
The fee is $149. For more information call 610-332-8665 or visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn. To register, visit the Fab Lab page of the non-credit NCC catalogue, in the Personal Enrichment section.
Participants will learn how to set up and use the Bridgeport milling machine, designed for precision drilling, reaming and cutting. The seminar will include aligning a mill head, setting part origins, calculating speeds, and much more.
The fee is $149. For more information call 610-332-8665 or visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn. To register, visit the Fab Lab page of the non-credit NCC catalogue, in the Personal Enrichment section.
November 18
East Bangor Christmas Bazaar
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Friday, November 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sat., November 19th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There are handcrafted Christmas gifts and ornaments, "white elephants", hand-knitted items, estate jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies, and door prize drawings. A light lunch and homemade soup will be available. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Call 610-588-4453 or visit: ebumc. org.
November 19
Annual Holiday Toy Bingo
The fourth Annual Holiday Toy Bingo will be held Saturday, November 19 at Hope United Church of Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap. Doors open at 11:00 am. Bingo starts at 1:00 pm.
Cost is $15 in advance, $20 at the door. The kitchen will be open FMI: e-mail hopeucc@hotmail.com or call 908-727-0090.
Cost is $15 in advance, $20 at the door. The kitchen will be open FMI: e-mail hopeucc@hotmail.com or call 908-727-0090.
NCC Bethlehem Campus Open House
Prospective students of all ages will have an opportunity to learn about the 100+ fields of study offered at Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Bethlehem campus at an open house on Saturday, November 19, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., starting at the Arthur L. Spartan Center, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Participants will have the opportunity to meet faculty members and current students and have their questions answered by the professionals in admissions, financial aid and career services.
For more information or to register, call 610-861-5500
Participants will have the opportunity to meet faculty members and current students and have their questions answered by the professionals in admissions, financial aid and career services.
For more information or to register, call 610-861-5500
November 26
Craft Show November 28
The 28th annual Mt. Beth Fiore Co. Ladies Auxilary will hold craft show November 26, 2016. Crafters still needed, call Kris 610-392-7975.
November 27
New Approach show
The New Approach Show will be held Sunday, November 27 at 2:00pm in Fellowship Hall at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church at Fourth Street and Broadway, Bangor. Admission $5.00 per ticket.
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 10
TGAI Annual Community Open House
December 10, Time TBD. FREE. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 Come to Totts Gap Arts and see what students have to share! Dance performances and art displays from our September classes, as well as information on our classes for 2017. Light refreshments will be served.
December 10, Time TBD. FREE. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013 Come to Totts Gap Arts and see what students have to share! Dance performances and art displays from our September classes, as well as information on our classes for 2017. Light refreshments will be served.
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, 2,16,23, 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, ELECTION DAY, Nov, 8, CLOSED VETERAN’S DAY, Nov. 11,
CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY, Nov., 24 and CLOSED BLACK FRIDAY, Nov., 25.
Poker, Tuesday Nov. 1, 12:30-2:30 P.M.
Crafting with Bev, Thursday, November 3, 17, 10:00 A.M.
Baseball, Friday, Nov. 4, 10:00 P.M.
Bunco Tournament , Friday, November 4, 12:30 P.M.
Shingles shots, Thursday, Nov., 9:00
AARP Meeting, Mon. Nov., 14, 1:30 P.M.
Thanksgiving Meal, Thursday, Nov., 17
Turkey/pick your own & Harvest Bingo, Friday, Nov., 18, 9:30-11:00 A.M.
Farkle, Tuesday, Nov., 22, 12:30-2:30 P.M.
Morning Stretch, Mondays, Nov., 7, 28 9:15 A.M.
Crafts & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold, Tues & Thursdays, 10:00 A.M.
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, Nov, 2,16,23, 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, ELECTION DAY, Nov, 8, CLOSED VETERAN’S DAY, Nov. 11,
CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY, Nov., 24 and CLOSED BLACK FRIDAY, Nov., 25.
Poker, Tuesday Nov. 1, 12:30-2:30 P.M.
Crafting with Bev, Thursday, November 3, 17, 10:00 A.M.
Baseball, Friday, Nov. 4, 10:00 P.M.
Bunco Tournament , Friday, November 4, 12:30 P.M.
Shingles shots, Thursday, Nov., 9:00
AARP Meeting, Mon. Nov., 14, 1:30 P.M.
Thanksgiving Meal, Thursday, Nov., 17
Turkey/pick your own & Harvest Bingo, Friday, Nov., 18, 9:30-11:00 A.M.
Farkle, Tuesday, Nov., 22, 12:30-2:30 P.M.
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Blue Mt. Library New Books
Adult Fiction:
A Great Reckoning, Louise Penny
Sting, Sandra Brown
Mortal Fall, Christine Carbo
The Damascus Threat, Matt Rees
The Gates of Rutherford, Elizabeth Cooke
Thrill Kill, Brian Thiem
Margherita’s Notebook, Elisabetta Flumeri
The Last Time She Saw Him, Jane Haseldine
Dark Road Home, Anna Carlisle
Killer Look, Linda Fairstein
Adult Large Print:
First Star I See Tonight, Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Daughters of the Bride, Susan Mallery
The Loyal Heart, Shelley Shepard Gray
Bullseye, James Patterson
Rushing Waters, Danielle Steel
Sweet Tomorrows, Debbie Macomber
Among The Wicked, Linda Castillo
The Couple Next Door, Shari Lapena
A Great Reckoning, Louise Penny
Sting, Sandra Brown
Mortal Fall, Christine Carbo
The Damascus Threat, Matt Rees
The Gates of Rutherford, Elizabeth Cooke
Thrill Kill, Brian Thiem
Margherita’s Notebook, Elisabetta Flumeri
The Last Time She Saw Him, Jane Haseldine
Dark Road Home, Anna Carlisle
Killer Look, Linda Fairstein
Adult Large Print:
First Star I See Tonight, Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Daughters of the Bride, Susan Mallery
The Loyal Heart, Shelley Shepard Gray
Bullseye, James Patterson
Rushing Waters, Danielle Steel
Sweet Tomorrows, Debbie Macomber
Among The Wicked, Linda Castillo
The Couple Next Door, Shari Lapena
SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
October 13, 2016
Roseto Legion 30 Bangor VFW 26 – Chuck Klingle 11-3, Brian Miller 10-4; Anthony Comunale 9-5
Bangor Jax 41 Columbia Fire Co. 15 – Mike Shafer 12-2, Jim Waring 11-3, Jonathan Owens 10-4, Joe Ponnett 10-4
Oxford Fire Co. 34 Bangor Elks 22 – Gary Fagan 10-4, Matt Becker 10-4
Pen Argyl Legion 43 Rescue Fire Co. 13 – Todd Lakey 13-1, Steve Pfeiffer 12-2, Kraig Kuster 11-3, John Albanese 11-3
East Bangor Fire Co. 38 Liberty Fire Co. 18 – Kyle Frankenfield 12-2, Luke Grassi 11-3; Phil Pinto 8-6
O’Neill’s Place 44 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 12 – Justin Wagner 14-0, Ryan Hunt 12-2; Larry Mucklin 8-6
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 31 Second Ward Fire Co. 25 – John Hartzell 9-5, Don Ascani 9-5; Carl Boos 10-4, Chuck Bossert 8-
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 – Bangor Jax 6-0, Oxford Fire Co. 6-0, Bangor Elks 5-1, Pen Argyl Legion 5-1, Roseto Legion 5-1, O’Neill’s Place 4-2, Bangor VFW 3-3
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 4-2, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 3-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-5, Columbia Fire Co. 0-6, Liberty Fire Co. 0-6, Rescue Fire Co. 0-6, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-6
October 6, 2016
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 45 Columbia Fire Co. 11 – Derek Wynne 12-2, Adam Kluska 11-3, Bryce Hartzell 11-3
Bangor VFW 37 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 19 – Rod LaBar 11-3, Jeramy Albert 10-4
Second Ward Fire Co. 32 Liberty Fire Co. 24 – Floyd Weidman 12-2, Carl Boos 10-4; Bill Rogers 10-4
Bangor Elks 41 East Bangor Fire Co. 15 – George Gallagher 13-1, Ryan Kreider 12-2
Oxford Fire Co. 31 O’Neill’s Place 25 – Jim Huff 10-2, Bill Griffett 8-6; Ryan Hunt 8-6
Bangor Jax 30 Pen Argyl Legion 26 – Frank Ceraul 13-1, A.J. Gilliland 10-4; Kraig Kuster 11-3
Roseto Legion 38 Rescue Fire Co. 18
October 13, 2016
Roseto Legion 30 Bangor VFW 26 – Chuck Klingle 11-3, Brian Miller 10-4; Anthony Comunale 9-5
Bangor Jax 41 Columbia Fire Co. 15 – Mike Shafer 12-2, Jim Waring 11-3, Jonathan Owens 10-4, Joe Ponnett 10-4
Oxford Fire Co. 34 Bangor Elks 22 – Gary Fagan 10-4, Matt Becker 10-4
Pen Argyl Legion 43 Rescue Fire Co. 13 – Todd Lakey 13-1, Steve Pfeiffer 12-2, Kraig Kuster 11-3, John Albanese 11-3
East Bangor Fire Co. 38 Liberty Fire Co. 18 – Kyle Frankenfield 12-2, Luke Grassi 11-3; Phil Pinto 8-6
O’Neill’s Place 44 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 12 – Justin Wagner 14-0, Ryan Hunt 12-2; Larry Mucklin 8-6
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 31 Second Ward Fire Co. 25 – John Hartzell 9-5, Don Ascani 9-5; Carl Boos 10-4, Chuck Bossert 8-
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 – Bangor Jax 6-0, Oxford Fire Co. 6-0, Bangor Elks 5-1, Pen Argyl Legion 5-1, Roseto Legion 5-1, O’Neill’s Place 4-2, Bangor VFW 3-3
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 4-2, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 3-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-5, Columbia Fire Co. 0-6, Liberty Fire Co. 0-6, Rescue Fire Co. 0-6, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-6
October 6, 2016
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 45 Columbia Fire Co. 11 – Derek Wynne 12-2, Adam Kluska 11-3, Bryce Hartzell 11-3
Bangor VFW 37 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 19 – Rod LaBar 11-3, Jeramy Albert 10-4
Second Ward Fire Co. 32 Liberty Fire Co. 24 – Floyd Weidman 12-2, Carl Boos 10-4; Bill Rogers 10-4
Bangor Elks 41 East Bangor Fire Co. 15 – George Gallagher 13-1, Ryan Kreider 12-2
Oxford Fire Co. 31 O’Neill’s Place 25 – Jim Huff 10-2, Bill Griffett 8-6; Ryan Hunt 8-6
Bangor Jax 30 Pen Argyl Legion 26 – Frank Ceraul 13-1, A.J. Gilliland 10-4; Kraig Kuster 11-3
Roseto Legion 38 Rescue Fire Co. 18