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SLATE BELT WEATHER OCTOBER 18
TODAY - Sunny, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 9 mph in the morning. .
TONIGHT - Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Light southwest wind.
TONIGHT - Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Light southwest wind.
Bangor's Montana Ott scores the Slaters' lone goal in a 2-1 loss to Southern Lehigh Monday night in a Colonial League semi-final played at Northern Lehigh. Although the Slaters have been eliminated from league competition they have earned a berth in District play. Details should be announced soon. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Pen Argyl's Gabrielle Weaver (30) and Abigail Velasquez (35) defend during the Knights' loss to Moravian Academy in a Colonial League semi-final game played Monday night at Northern Lehigh. Although the Knights have been eliminated from league competition they have earned a berth in District play. Details should be announced soon. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Edo Halloween Parade Grand Marshall
The Bangor Elks have recently announced the Grand Marshall for the 2016 Bangor Elks Halloween Parade to be held on Thursday October 20, 2016 beginning at 7:00 PM.
The Grand Marshall has been a 4 year resident of the Borough of Bangor. He is probably the most law abiding citizen in the Borough and works tirelessly to help protect the residents of the Borough. He is well known throughout the Borough and the Slate Belt. He shares the same values and commitments of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, especially in the Elks Drug Awareness efforts. It is our pleasure that he will lead off the 2016 Bangor Elks Halloween Parade. The Bangor Elks are proud to present our Parade Marshall for 2016, Edo.
Edo is a 5-year old German Sheppard and Belgian Malinois male. He was brought to our community from his home in the Czech Republic, through fund raising and donations, the largest coming from the Northampton County Drug Forfeiture Fund. His handler is Officer Kevin Jones (who is also a member of the Bangor Elks) and they are part of the Bangor Police Department’s K-9 unit. For the last 4 years Edo has been making his presence known in the Borough with police investigations, tracking, and sniffing out drugs in our community. Edo receives all of his commands from his handler in German and is well aware when he is on the job.
The Parade will begin at the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Route 191 and end at the Elks Lodge. The theme for the parade is Back to the 50’s. After the parade, free hot dogs and soft drinks will be served in the Elks lodge for all of the children participants in the parade. The parade chairman is Keith Heard and he has done an amazing job in organizing and coordinating the parade for the past several years. As sponsors of the parade, the members and officers will join our PA Elks Home Service Nurse, The Pennsylvania Elks Drug Awareness trailer along with our Mascot Elroy the Elk.
Since 1868, The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks have been one of the premier charitable and social fraternal organizations in the United States. For many years the Elks have been providing services and donations to assist our youth , our veterans, our community, and the less fortunate. Each year the Elks, through the Elks National Foundation, provide over 3.4 million dollars for scholarships to students throughout the country. In addition, recently the Elks have teamed up with the United States Drug Enforcement Agency to form Operation 360 in cities throughout the United States to provide Drug Awareness to our communities.
The Bangor Elks are proud to provide those services to our local community. As part of our state major project, the Elks assist in maintaining the Visiting nurse program. The Pennsylvania Elks Visiting nurse program provides an advocate for children with disabilities. In addition, the Bangor Elks provide scholarships to students on a local level. The Bangor Elks also provide Christmas dinners and gifts to less
The Grand Marshall has been a 4 year resident of the Borough of Bangor. He is probably the most law abiding citizen in the Borough and works tirelessly to help protect the residents of the Borough. He is well known throughout the Borough and the Slate Belt. He shares the same values and commitments of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, especially in the Elks Drug Awareness efforts. It is our pleasure that he will lead off the 2016 Bangor Elks Halloween Parade. The Bangor Elks are proud to present our Parade Marshall for 2016, Edo.
Edo is a 5-year old German Sheppard and Belgian Malinois male. He was brought to our community from his home in the Czech Republic, through fund raising and donations, the largest coming from the Northampton County Drug Forfeiture Fund. His handler is Officer Kevin Jones (who is also a member of the Bangor Elks) and they are part of the Bangor Police Department’s K-9 unit. For the last 4 years Edo has been making his presence known in the Borough with police investigations, tracking, and sniffing out drugs in our community. Edo receives all of his commands from his handler in German and is well aware when he is on the job.
The Parade will begin at the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Route 191 and end at the Elks Lodge. The theme for the parade is Back to the 50’s. After the parade, free hot dogs and soft drinks will be served in the Elks lodge for all of the children participants in the parade. The parade chairman is Keith Heard and he has done an amazing job in organizing and coordinating the parade for the past several years. As sponsors of the parade, the members and officers will join our PA Elks Home Service Nurse, The Pennsylvania Elks Drug Awareness trailer along with our Mascot Elroy the Elk.
Since 1868, The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks have been one of the premier charitable and social fraternal organizations in the United States. For many years the Elks have been providing services and donations to assist our youth , our veterans, our community, and the less fortunate. Each year the Elks, through the Elks National Foundation, provide over 3.4 million dollars for scholarships to students throughout the country. In addition, recently the Elks have teamed up with the United States Drug Enforcement Agency to form Operation 360 in cities throughout the United States to provide Drug Awareness to our communities.
The Bangor Elks are proud to provide those services to our local community. As part of our state major project, the Elks assist in maintaining the Visiting nurse program. The Pennsylvania Elks Visiting nurse program provides an advocate for children with disabilities. In addition, the Bangor Elks provide scholarships to students on a local level. The Bangor Elks also provide Christmas dinners and gifts to less
Pen Argyl's Jonathan Marfesi (17) makes a great block, allowing Austin Heisler to finish his touchdown run on a fake punt during the Knights' 35-14 upset win over previously undefeated Notre Dame GP in a game played at Alumni Stadium in Pen Argyl Saturday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor Fall Band Concert
Bangor High School's Fall Band Concert: Tuesday, October 18, 7:30pm at the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. Highlights are: Concert Band playing music by Sousa, Ticheli, and Erickson. Symphonic Band playing music by Vaughan Williams, Ticheli, Alford, and Susato. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for students/seniors. Gold Cards and Booster membership cards will be accepted. Band members from the Middle School and Elementary Schools will be admitted for free. For more information visit: bahsbands.weebly.com
Bangor's Tim Ferguson (5) controls the ball during a 0-0 tie with Notre Dame ES in a Senior night game played at Bangor Memorial Park, Saturday. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Medicare Part D Assistance
The open enrollment period for prescription drug coverage under Medicare Part D begins this Saturday, Oct. 15, and lasts until Wednesday, Dec. 7.
A representative from APPRISE, Pennsylvania’s state health insurance program, will visit Joe Emrick's Mt. Bethel district office every Tuesday (except Nov. 8) from 1-3 p.m., beginning this Tuesday and running until Tuesday, Dec. 6. The representative will help Medicare beneficiaries understand their insurance benefits and coverage, compare Medicare prescription drug plans, and complete the Part D application.
To schedule an appointment with Marcia Hahn's office, please contact the office, located at 196 West Moorestown Road, by calling (610) 746-2100.
To schedule an appointment, please contact the office, located at 2165 Mt. Bethel Highway, by calling (570) 897-0401.
A representative from APPRISE, Pennsylvania’s state health insurance program, will visit Joe Emrick's Mt. Bethel district office every Tuesday (except Nov. 8) from 1-3 p.m., beginning this Tuesday and running until Tuesday, Dec. 6. The representative will help Medicare beneficiaries understand their insurance benefits and coverage, compare Medicare prescription drug plans, and complete the Part D application.
To schedule an appointment with Marcia Hahn's office, please contact the office, located at 196 West Moorestown Road, by calling (610) 746-2100.
To schedule an appointment, please contact the office, located at 2165 Mt. Bethel Highway, by calling (570) 897-0401.
The Bangor Park train cruises by the Pumpkin Art display at Octoberfest held at Bangor Memorial Park. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory.
Tuesday Trails
Tuesday, October 18, 5:30-7:00 PM
Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs are welcome to hike on leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs
Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs are welcome to hike on leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs
Pen Argyl's Mason Hudnall (3) vies for possession during the Knights' 7-2 win over Faith Christian (Roseto) Saturday morning. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Prescription Drug Take-Back Box
The Slate Belt Regional Police Department has a prescription drug “Take-Back “box at their 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, Pa office (Plainfield Township Municipal Building). Contact information for the SBRPD is: 911 (Emergency), 610-759-8517 (Non-Emergency), 610-759-8523 (Fax) and 1-888-823-4978 FREE (Non-Emergency Toll Free)
These children enjoy the Creatures of the Night program held at Waste Management Saturday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley
October 18
Book Discussion - Blue Mountain Library 6:30 pm
Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2
Roseto Planning Commission - 7:00pm Borough Hall
Pen Argyl Park Board - Meeting, Community Center, 7:00pm.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2
Roseto Planning Commission - 7:00pm Borough Hall
Pen Argyl Park Board - Meeting, Community Center, 7:00pm.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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Can You Believe It?
Driver chases runaway front-end loader
HEFEI, China, Oct. 17 (UPI) -- A runaway front-end loader was filmed driving in fast circles on a street in China while its driver, who fell out of the vehicle, tried to chase it down.
The video, filmed Oct. 2, shows the construction vehicle driving in fast circles in the middle of a Hefei, Anhui Province, street.
The driver, who had fallen from the front-end loader, is seen running behind the vehicle in an attempt to stop it.
The loader came to stop after crashing into a scooter. The scooter driver suffered minor scratches from the collision, but no one else was harmed during the incident.
The video, filmed Oct. 2, shows the construction vehicle driving in fast circles in the middle of a Hefei, Anhui Province, street.
The driver, who had fallen from the front-end loader, is seen running behind the vehicle in an attempt to stop it.
The loader came to stop after crashing into a scooter. The scooter driver suffered minor scratches from the collision, but no one else was harmed during the incident.
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October 18, 1685 - The Edict of Nantes was revoked by King Louis XIV of France thus depriving Protestant Huguenots of all religious and civil liberties previously granted to them by Henry IV in 1598.
October 18, 1945 - The Nuremberg War Crimes Trial began with indictments against 24 former Nazi leaders including Hermann Göring and Albert Speer. The trial lasted 10 months, with delivery of the judgment completed on October 1, 1946. Twelve Nazis were sentenced to death by hanging, three to life imprisonment, four to lesser prison terms, and three were acquitted. |
Milennials..
Three financial priorities that can't wait
(BPT) - Millennials are frequently criticized for needing instant gratification, but recent reports point out that they actually have more patience than previous generations. Both the U.S. Census Bureau and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say millennials are delaying getting married and starting a family by almost a decade.
And it's not just life decisions millennials are postponing; this behavior is also prevalent in their financial decisions. According to a recent survey from Bankrate.com, millennials are putting off important financial moves due to high levels of student debt.
"Knocking out debt should be a priority when you are young, but it's also important to balance that with other key financial priorities," says JJ Montanaro, a financial planner with USAA. "Time is your number one ally when planning for the future and delaying now may cost you more in the long run."
Montanaro highlights the three main financial priorities millennials shouldn't hit the pause button on:
Life insurance
A recent LIMRA survey found that one in three millennials acknowledge they need additional life insurance coverage. However, most aren't purchasing it because they think it's too expensive or because they have other financial priorities.
While millennials may not immediately reap the benefits of life insurance coverage, locking in the cost of life insurance premiums at a young age can pay off in the future. Montanaro explains that life insurance premiums will only increase with age and additional health complications.
With many life changes likely on the horizon, millennials should find a plan that offers term life event options that allow them to easily increase coverage following significant events such as getting married, having a child or buying a home.
Montanaro also points out that life insurance may not cost as much as buyers anticipate. According to LIMRA, more than eight in 10 people overestimate the cost of a policy. He says a life insurance calculator is a great place to start to understand coverage needs and estimate costs.
Health insurance
Regardless of overall health or age, it's important to have health insurance and understand what it covers to avoid additional penalties and plan for the unexpected.
Under the Affordable Care Act, not having a qualified health insurance plan can result in a penalty at tax time. Montanaro points out that this penalty has risen to 2.5 percent of household adjusted gross income in 2016, or a flat rate which is expected to rise in the coming years.
For millennials who may not currently have large medical bills or health issues, Montanaro recommends they look at a high-deductible plan with a health savings account (HSA). An HSA allows account holders to set aside pre-tax money for health expenses and free-up some emergency cash when they do eventually need it.
Retirement investing
Only one-third of individuals aged 18 to 35 say they invest in the market, according to a recent Bankrate.com survey. Montanaro says sitting on the sidelines with retirement savings may result in millennials missing out on the power of compounding returns and may even extend their retirement timeline.
But retirement investing doesn't have to be intimidating. Montanaro recommends starting small with a low-cost mutual fund, such as a target date fund, that allows a low entry point, requires little maintenance and invests in a portfolio that automatically adjusts as retirement gets closer.
The most important step is to get a foot in the door. While USAA recommends investing 10 percent of your income toward retirement, even earmarking 1 percent for the future provides a foundation upon which to build.
Investments/Insurance: Not FDIC Insured · Not Bank Issued, Guaranteed or Underwritten · May Lose Value
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. owns the certification marks CFP and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER in the United States, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete the CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
This material is for informational purposes. Consider your own financial circumstances carefully before making a decision and consult with your tax, legal or estate planning professional.
And it's not just life decisions millennials are postponing; this behavior is also prevalent in their financial decisions. According to a recent survey from Bankrate.com, millennials are putting off important financial moves due to high levels of student debt.
"Knocking out debt should be a priority when you are young, but it's also important to balance that with other key financial priorities," says JJ Montanaro, a financial planner with USAA. "Time is your number one ally when planning for the future and delaying now may cost you more in the long run."
Montanaro highlights the three main financial priorities millennials shouldn't hit the pause button on:
Life insurance
A recent LIMRA survey found that one in three millennials acknowledge they need additional life insurance coverage. However, most aren't purchasing it because they think it's too expensive or because they have other financial priorities.
While millennials may not immediately reap the benefits of life insurance coverage, locking in the cost of life insurance premiums at a young age can pay off in the future. Montanaro explains that life insurance premiums will only increase with age and additional health complications.
With many life changes likely on the horizon, millennials should find a plan that offers term life event options that allow them to easily increase coverage following significant events such as getting married, having a child or buying a home.
Montanaro also points out that life insurance may not cost as much as buyers anticipate. According to LIMRA, more than eight in 10 people overestimate the cost of a policy. He says a life insurance calculator is a great place to start to understand coverage needs and estimate costs.
Health insurance
Regardless of overall health or age, it's important to have health insurance and understand what it covers to avoid additional penalties and plan for the unexpected.
Under the Affordable Care Act, not having a qualified health insurance plan can result in a penalty at tax time. Montanaro points out that this penalty has risen to 2.5 percent of household adjusted gross income in 2016, or a flat rate which is expected to rise in the coming years.
For millennials who may not currently have large medical bills or health issues, Montanaro recommends they look at a high-deductible plan with a health savings account (HSA). An HSA allows account holders to set aside pre-tax money for health expenses and free-up some emergency cash when they do eventually need it.
Retirement investing
Only one-third of individuals aged 18 to 35 say they invest in the market, according to a recent Bankrate.com survey. Montanaro says sitting on the sidelines with retirement savings may result in millennials missing out on the power of compounding returns and may even extend their retirement timeline.
But retirement investing doesn't have to be intimidating. Montanaro recommends starting small with a low-cost mutual fund, such as a target date fund, that allows a low entry point, requires little maintenance and invests in a portfolio that automatically adjusts as retirement gets closer.
The most important step is to get a foot in the door. While USAA recommends investing 10 percent of your income toward retirement, even earmarking 1 percent for the future provides a foundation upon which to build.
Investments/Insurance: Not FDIC Insured · Not Bank Issued, Guaranteed or Underwritten · May Lose Value
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. owns the certification marks CFP and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER in the United States, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete the CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
This material is for informational purposes. Consider your own financial circumstances carefully before making a decision and consult with your tax, legal or estate planning professional.
Health...
Easy way to save on healthcare in 2017
(BPT) - If you're like most people, there are a few times a year when you sit down to review your expenses - your cable bill, entertainment expenses and grocery receipts, for example - and try to figure out where you and your family can save money.
One item you should consider is your healthcare costs in 2017. Since the fall season marks the beginning of the annual open enrollment period for employees, now is the perfect time to sign up for a new health benefit plan or make changes to your current plan.
Offered as part of those benefits, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are two simple ways for people to save money in the New Year. An FSA, which is provided by your employer, allows you to save funds for eligible healthcare expenses. An HSA - which you can obtain on your own or through your employer - is a tax-advantaged savings account that allows you to set aside money to cover medical expenses throughout your lifetime.
A major advantage of both accounts is that individuals may use the full amount of their pre-tax dollars toward the care you and your family may need; employees who enroll in an FSA can contribute a portion of their salary pre-tax to pay for qualified medical or dependent care expenses, while an HSA helps individuals with qualifying high-deductible health plans pay for current and future medical expenses.
The number of HSA accounts has risen to 18.2 million in 2016, a 25 percent increase since 2015, according to Devenir Research. In addition, according to the 2016 Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Consumer Research study commissioned by Visa and conducted by C+R Research, 90 percent of FSA users agree that saving money, since contributions are pre-tax, tops their list of reasons for having an FSA. In fact, 40 percent of FSA users claim they would cut back on their medical expenses if they didn't have an FSA.
The study also finds that an FSA with no carryover option represents an important barrier to adoption amongst employees, who fear losing their unused dollars at the end of the plan year. 60 percent of non-FSA users noted they would sign up for this benefit if their employer offered the option to carryover up to $500 of their unused health FSA balances remaining at the end of the plan year.
One of the most convenient ways to access funds in an HSA or FSA is with a Visa Healthcare Card, which allows employees to use funds in their HSA or FSA to pay for qualified medical expenses wherever Visa debit cards are accepted, making it easy to pay for expenses such as:
*Copays and deductibles
*Prescriptions
*Dentist visits: Cleanings, orthodontia, dentures
*Exams: Physicals, dermatologist
*Vision care, including exams, new glasses, LASIK
*Hearing exams and aids
*Medical equipment such as blood pressure monitors, thermometers
*Smoking cessation programs
For added convenience, most pharmacies, grocery stores and other retailers that sell healthcare products have the capability to distinguish between covered items and non-covered items when you pay for them, so you don't have to wonder whether something is covered or not.
By using a Visa Healthcare Card at these locations, you no longer have to pay out-of-pocket and then submit receipts to be reimbursed for your medical expenses, saving you time and money!
There's a reason why 78 percent of FSA users surveyed report having an FSA card and why 52 percent of HSA owners surveyed say they use a debit card linked to their HSA to pay for their medical expenses, as the 2016 Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Consumer Research study commissioned by Visa and conducted by C+R Research found. As you review your options this open enrollment season, ask your employer if they offer an HSA or FSA with a Visa Healthcare Card to provide easy access to your funds. To learn more, visit www.visahealthcare.com.
One item you should consider is your healthcare costs in 2017. Since the fall season marks the beginning of the annual open enrollment period for employees, now is the perfect time to sign up for a new health benefit plan or make changes to your current plan.
Offered as part of those benefits, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are two simple ways for people to save money in the New Year. An FSA, which is provided by your employer, allows you to save funds for eligible healthcare expenses. An HSA - which you can obtain on your own or through your employer - is a tax-advantaged savings account that allows you to set aside money to cover medical expenses throughout your lifetime.
A major advantage of both accounts is that individuals may use the full amount of their pre-tax dollars toward the care you and your family may need; employees who enroll in an FSA can contribute a portion of their salary pre-tax to pay for qualified medical or dependent care expenses, while an HSA helps individuals with qualifying high-deductible health plans pay for current and future medical expenses.
The number of HSA accounts has risen to 18.2 million in 2016, a 25 percent increase since 2015, according to Devenir Research. In addition, according to the 2016 Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Consumer Research study commissioned by Visa and conducted by C+R Research, 90 percent of FSA users agree that saving money, since contributions are pre-tax, tops their list of reasons for having an FSA. In fact, 40 percent of FSA users claim they would cut back on their medical expenses if they didn't have an FSA.
The study also finds that an FSA with no carryover option represents an important barrier to adoption amongst employees, who fear losing their unused dollars at the end of the plan year. 60 percent of non-FSA users noted they would sign up for this benefit if their employer offered the option to carryover up to $500 of their unused health FSA balances remaining at the end of the plan year.
One of the most convenient ways to access funds in an HSA or FSA is with a Visa Healthcare Card, which allows employees to use funds in their HSA or FSA to pay for qualified medical expenses wherever Visa debit cards are accepted, making it easy to pay for expenses such as:
*Copays and deductibles
*Prescriptions
*Dentist visits: Cleanings, orthodontia, dentures
*Exams: Physicals, dermatologist
*Vision care, including exams, new glasses, LASIK
*Hearing exams and aids
*Medical equipment such as blood pressure monitors, thermometers
*Smoking cessation programs
For added convenience, most pharmacies, grocery stores and other retailers that sell healthcare products have the capability to distinguish between covered items and non-covered items when you pay for them, so you don't have to wonder whether something is covered or not.
By using a Visa Healthcare Card at these locations, you no longer have to pay out-of-pocket and then submit receipts to be reimbursed for your medical expenses, saving you time and money!
There's a reason why 78 percent of FSA users surveyed report having an FSA card and why 52 percent of HSA owners surveyed say they use a debit card linked to their HSA to pay for their medical expenses, as the 2016 Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Consumer Research study commissioned by Visa and conducted by C+R Research found. As you review your options this open enrollment season, ask your employer if they offer an HSA or FSA with a Visa Healthcare Card to provide easy access to your funds. To learn more, visit www.visahealthcare.com.
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DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM at Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg! These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. Salvation Army Christmas Assistance
The Salvation Army will be signing families up for Christmas assistance at 301 W. Main St., Pen Argyl (610) 863-6677 Christmas assistance applications will be taken: October 18 – October 21: 9:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 3:00pm. November 11: 9:00am – 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 3:00pm and (5:00pm – 7:00pm by appointment only) December 2: 9:00am –12:00pm and 1:00pm – 3:00pm You must bring a current PA driver’s license or photo ID for yourself and an original birth certificate for each child in your household. The Salvation Army of Pen Argyl is looking for bell ringers. If interested in volunteering,call (610) 863-6677 BAHS Marching Band Uniform Fund Drive The Bangor Area High School Marching Band uniforms, which are modeled after Her Majesty’s Royal Welsh Guard, pay tribute to the heritage of Bangor, PA. After years of normal wear and tear, the uniforms must be replaced. The new uniforms will continue to use the same style.
The Slater Band Boosters have initiated a fund drive to support this effort. The Boosters will appreciate any donations, small or large, to this cause. The names of contributors will be acknowledged in concert programs during the 2016-2017 school year. Names of contributors at higher levels will be memorialized on a plaque to be displayed in the theater wing of the high school. More information is available at www.bahsbands.weebly.com. Send your tax deductible contributions to: Slater Band Boosters, Uniform Drive c/o Charlie Cole , 608 Shawnee Street, Roseto, PA 18013 East Bangor Haunted School House The East Bangor Haunted School House will be open until October 29. Friday and Saturday 7-11. Cost is $10 per person.
Not recommended under age of 10. East Bangor Vol Fire Co , 30 East Central Ave, East Bangor . |
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October 18
Bangor Fall Band Concert
Bangor High School's Fall Band Concert: Tuesday, October 18, 7:30pm at the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. Highlights are: Concert Band playing music by Sousa, Ticheli, and Erickson. Symphonic Band playing music by Vaughan Williams, Ticheli, Alford, and Susato. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for students/seniors. Gold Cards and Booster membership cards will be accepted. Band members from the Middle School and Elementary Schools will be admitted for free. For more information visit: bahsbands.weebly.com
Tuesday Trails
Tuesday, October 18, 5:30-7:00 PM
Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs are welcome to hike on leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs
Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs are welcome to hike on leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs
October 20
Bangor Halloween Parade Date Changed to October 20
The Bangor Elks Halloween parade originally scheduled for October 13 has been changed to October 20. The theme for this year's parade is Back To The 50s. No other information available.
Young At Heart Club
The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2016, at 1:00pm at the St. Elizabeth Church Hall in Pen Argyl,
The program will feature a gentleman from the Bethlehem Steel Archives. He will speak on the history of the Bethlehem Steel, the workers, and now the Archives of Bethlehem Steel.
Many people of the area worked at Bethlehem Steel and this will be of great interest to them and others. Please feel free to attend. This club is open to ALL SENIOR CITIZENS, regardless of race, creed or religion. They have members from all over the Slate Belt, Nazareth, Saylorsburg, etc.
Also, please mark you calendars. They will be honoring their veterans and military at a special program on Thursday, Novemember 17th at 12:00 noon.
This is open to all veterans, military and their families. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.
The program will feature a gentleman from the Bethlehem Steel Archives. He will speak on the history of the Bethlehem Steel, the workers, and now the Archives of Bethlehem Steel.
Many people of the area worked at Bethlehem Steel and this will be of great interest to them and others. Please feel free to attend. This club is open to ALL SENIOR CITIZENS, regardless of race, creed or religion. They have members from all over the Slate Belt, Nazareth, Saylorsburg, etc.
Also, please mark you calendars. They will be honoring their veterans and military at a special program on Thursday, Novemember 17th at 12:00 noon.
This is open to all veterans, military and their families. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.
Heathers: the Musical to be Staged at NCC
Northampton Community College (NCC) will present its production of Heathers: the Musical by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O’Keefe on October 20 – 23 at the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Main Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
The play is about a beautiful, brainy misfit who hustles her way into her high school’s most powerful clique.
Performance days and times are Thursday, Oct. 20; Friday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 23 at 3:00 p.m.
Cast members include: Among others, from Wind Gap: Nicole LaValva and Tom Kennebeck.
The play is choreographed by Bill Mutimer and directed by Sheri Melcher.
Admission is free. Non-perishable food items and/or monetary donations to the Norman R. Roberts Theatre Scholarship fund would be welcome. Advance reservation is recommended. Call 610-861-5524 or e-mail NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu.
The play is about a beautiful, brainy misfit who hustles her way into her high school’s most powerful clique.
Performance days and times are Thursday, Oct. 20; Friday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 23 at 3:00 p.m.
Cast members include: Among others, from Wind Gap: Nicole LaValva and Tom Kennebeck.
The play is choreographed by Bill Mutimer and directed by Sheri Melcher.
Admission is free. Non-perishable food items and/or monetary donations to the Norman R. Roberts Theatre Scholarship fund would be welcome. Advance reservation is recommended. Call 610-861-5524 or e-mail NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu.
October 21
Indoor Apple Festival
An indoor Apple Festival will be held Friday, October 21, 4 pm-7 pm at Hope United Church of Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap PA. Enjoy food and a cake walk.
October 24
TGAI Fall Classes
OCTOBER 24
Adult Classes Begin. TIMES AND COSTS VARY, CHECK TOTTSGAP.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION. Totts Gap Arts Institute 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013. It's NEVER too late! Take a class and learn watercolor or oil painting, clay work, knitting, or dancing for fitness. Our adult classes run on a 6 week schedule, so you have plenty of time to try all your favorites.
Adult Classes Begin. TIMES AND COSTS VARY, CHECK TOTTSGAP.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION. Totts Gap Arts Institute 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013. It's NEVER too late! Take a class and learn watercolor or oil painting, clay work, knitting, or dancing for fitness. Our adult classes run on a 6 week schedule, so you have plenty of time to try all your favorites.
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.
OCTOBER ACTIVITIES
Morning Stretch, Mondays and Thursdays and
also Friday, October 21, 9:15 A.M.
Walking Club, Mondays and Wednesdays, and
Friday, October 21, 9:30 A.M.
Craft & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold w/Janis, Tuesdays 10:00 A.M. and
Fridays, October 7, 21 1:15 P.M.
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays 10:00 A.M
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:0011:00 A.M..
Poker, Thursdays, October 6, 20, 27, 12:30 P.M.
Painting with Joe Iaccio, an accomplished artist,
Thursdays, 1:00 P.M.
Every day: Cards, Pool, Computer, Internet, Library and TV
PIG ROAST, October 14, 10:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. hosted by the Center and
AARP., Roast Pork with all the Trimmings,, Ice Cream Sundae Bar,
MUSIC BY CHAS BAND. Games, Basket Raffles, etc.
CRAFTS WITH BEV.,. fall candleholder, Thursday, October 20, 10:00 A.M.
BASEBALL, Friday, October 21, 10:00 A.M.(looking to start a traveling team)
Halloween Party Preparations, Thursday, October 27, 12:30 P.M
HALLOWEEN PARTY, MUSIC WITH GARY DEE, Friday, October 28
Morning Stretch, Mondays and Thursdays and
also Friday, October 21, 9:15 A.M.
Walking Club, Mondays and Wednesdays, and
Friday, October 21, 9:30 A.M.
Craft & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold w/Janis, Tuesdays 10:00 A.M. and
Fridays, October 7, 21 1:15 P.M.
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays 10:00 A.M
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:0011:00 A.M..
Poker, Thursdays, October 6, 20, 27, 12:30 P.M.
Painting with Joe Iaccio, an accomplished artist,
Thursdays, 1:00 P.M.
Every day: Cards, Pool, Computer, Internet, Library and TV
PIG ROAST, October 14, 10:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. hosted by the Center and
AARP., Roast Pork with all the Trimmings,, Ice Cream Sundae Bar,
MUSIC BY CHAS BAND. Games, Basket Raffles, etc.
CRAFTS WITH BEV.,. fall candleholder, Thursday, October 20, 10:00 A.M.
BASEBALL, Friday, October 21, 10:00 A.M.(looking to start a traveling team)
Halloween Party Preparations, Thursday, October 27, 12:30 P.M
HALLOWEEN PARTY, MUSIC WITH GARY DEE, Friday, October 28
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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
September 29, 2016
Bangor VFW 42 Rescue Fire Co. 14 – Ryan Comunale 12-2, Jeff LaBar 12-2, Jeff Plimpton 11-3
O’Neill’s Place 42 Liberty Fire Co. 14 – Paul Freeby 14-0, Andy Conroy 13-1
Bangor Elks 36 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 20 – Jason LaBar 11-3, Jody Zengulis 10-4
Oxford Fire Co. 32 East Bangor Fire Co. 24 – Bill Griffett 11-3, Matt Becker 9-5; Bill Pascoe 9-5
Bangor Jax 31 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 25 – Dave Giaquinto 11-3, John Saltern 9-5, Jim Hughes 9-5, Frank Ceraul 9-5; Doug Wynne 9-5, John Hartzell 8-6
Roseto Legion 37 Columbia Fire Co. 19 – Brian Miller 14-0, Woody Ivins 10-4; Bob Ponnett 8-6
Pen Argyl Legion 40 Second Ward Fire Co. 16 – John Albanese 14-0, Steve Pfeiffer 13-1
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 – Bangor Jax 4-0, Bangor Elks 4-0, Oxford Fire Co. 4-0, Pen Argyl Legion 4-0, O’Neill’s Place 3-1, Roseto Legion 3-1, Bangor VFW 2-2
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 3-1, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 1-3, Columbia Fire Co. 0-4, Liberty Fire Co. 0-4, Rescue Fire Co. 0-4, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-4, Second Ward Fire Co. 0-4
September 22, 2016
Roseto Legion 30 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 26 – Bob Vargo, Jr. 12-2, Woody Ivins 12-2; Larry Mucklin 9-5, Brian Mucklin 9-5
Oxford Fire Co. 42 Second Ward Fire Co. 14 – Bill Suyker 12-2, Jeff Lindsay 11-3, Jim Huff 10-4, Rick Calabrese 10-4
Bangor Elks 40 Liberty Fire Co. 16 – Jody Zengulis 13-1, Chad Kreider 12-2
Pen Argyl Legion 45 Columbia Fire Co. 11 – Brookes Kromer 14-0, Todd Lakey 13-1, Kraig Kuster 13-1
East Bangor Fire Co. 34 O’Neill’s Place 30 (one extra round) – Scott Allen 11-5, Rich Pohl 11-5; Andy Conroy 12-4, Evan Senay 10-6
Bangor Jax 32 Rescue Fire Co. 24 – Dave Giaquinto 10-4, A.J. Gilliland 10-4; Rob George 10-4
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 29 Bangor VFW 27 – Phil Ascani 11-3, Bryce Hartzell 10-4; Jeff LaBar 10-4, Ryan Comunale 10-4
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 - Bangor Jax 3-0, Bangor Elks 3-0, Oxford Fire Co. 3-0, Pen Argyl Legion 3-0, O’Neill’s Place 2-1, Roseto Legion 2-1, Bangor VFW 1-2
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 3-0, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 1-2, Columbia Fire Co. 0-3, Liberty Fire Co. 0-3, Rescue Fire Co. 0-3, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 0-3
September 29, 2016
Bangor VFW 42 Rescue Fire Co. 14 – Ryan Comunale 12-2, Jeff LaBar 12-2, Jeff Plimpton 11-3
O’Neill’s Place 42 Liberty Fire Co. 14 – Paul Freeby 14-0, Andy Conroy 13-1
Bangor Elks 36 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 20 – Jason LaBar 11-3, Jody Zengulis 10-4
Oxford Fire Co. 32 East Bangor Fire Co. 24 – Bill Griffett 11-3, Matt Becker 9-5; Bill Pascoe 9-5
Bangor Jax 31 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 25 – Dave Giaquinto 11-3, John Saltern 9-5, Jim Hughes 9-5, Frank Ceraul 9-5; Doug Wynne 9-5, John Hartzell 8-6
Roseto Legion 37 Columbia Fire Co. 19 – Brian Miller 14-0, Woody Ivins 10-4; Bob Ponnett 8-6
Pen Argyl Legion 40 Second Ward Fire Co. 16 – John Albanese 14-0, Steve Pfeiffer 13-1
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 – Bangor Jax 4-0, Bangor Elks 4-0, Oxford Fire Co. 4-0, Pen Argyl Legion 4-0, O’Neill’s Place 3-1, Roseto Legion 3-1, Bangor VFW 2-2
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 3-1, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 1-3, Columbia Fire Co. 0-4, Liberty Fire Co. 0-4, Rescue Fire Co. 0-4, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-4, Second Ward Fire Co. 0-4
September 22, 2016
Roseto Legion 30 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 26 – Bob Vargo, Jr. 12-2, Woody Ivins 12-2; Larry Mucklin 9-5, Brian Mucklin 9-5
Oxford Fire Co. 42 Second Ward Fire Co. 14 – Bill Suyker 12-2, Jeff Lindsay 11-3, Jim Huff 10-4, Rick Calabrese 10-4
Bangor Elks 40 Liberty Fire Co. 16 – Jody Zengulis 13-1, Chad Kreider 12-2
Pen Argyl Legion 45 Columbia Fire Co. 11 – Brookes Kromer 14-0, Todd Lakey 13-1, Kraig Kuster 13-1
East Bangor Fire Co. 34 O’Neill’s Place 30 (one extra round) – Scott Allen 11-5, Rich Pohl 11-5; Andy Conroy 12-4, Evan Senay 10-6
Bangor Jax 32 Rescue Fire Co. 24 – Dave Giaquinto 10-4, A.J. Gilliland 10-4; Rob George 10-4
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 29 Bangor VFW 27 – Phil Ascani 11-3, Bryce Hartzell 10-4; Jeff LaBar 10-4, Ryan Comunale 10-4
2016-2017 SBMQL First Half Standings
Division 1 - Bangor Jax 3-0, Bangor Elks 3-0, Oxford Fire Co. 3-0, Pen Argyl Legion 3-0, O’Neill’s Place 2-1, Roseto Legion 2-1, Bangor VFW 1-2
Division 2 – East Bangor Fire Co. 3-0, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 1-2, Columbia Fire Co. 0-3, Liberty Fire Co. 0-3, Rescue Fire Co. 0-3, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 0-3
October 27
Bangor High School Bandorama
Bangor High School's "Bandorama" Concert: Thursday, October 27, 7:30pm at M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. An indoor performance by the BAHS Marching Band complete with their 2016 Halftime Show "Jekyll and Hyde", school songs and pop tunes. For more information visit: bahsbands.weebly.com
Bangor Womens Club Card Party
The Bangor Womens Club GFWC will hold a Card/Game Party on Thursday Oct 27th at 11:30 am at Prince of Peace Church, Johnsonsville, PA. Soup and sandwich lunch with homemade cake for dessert will be served. Anyone interested in attending please contact Heidi Bates 610-599-8815 for full information and reservations
October 28
Rummage and Bake Sale
A rummage and bake sale will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church 12 N. Westbrook Ave, Pen Argyl, Friday October, 28 from 8-4 and Saturday, October 29 from 8-2. Call Janet for more information at 610-863-5997.
Speaker Series: Aura Stauffer “Pennsylvania Bats”
Friday, October 28, 7:00-8:00 PM
Join Pennsylvania Game Commission biologist Aura Stauffer as she presents on Pennsylvania’s bats. Learn about bat biology, the species of bats found in Pennsylvania, and how you can help bats in your area. Aura will also give an update on White Nose Syndrome in the state. Registration is required. .
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs
Join Pennsylvania Game Commission biologist Aura Stauffer as she presents on Pennsylvania’s bats. Learn about bat biology, the species of bats found in Pennsylvania, and how you can help bats in your area. Aura will also give an update on White Nose Syndrome in the state. Registration is required. .
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs
Spooky Days at Quiet Valley Farm
At Spooky Days on the Farm, held at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm on Friday October 28 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Saturday October 29 from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Sunday October 30 from 1:00 to 5:00, take a tour of our historic farm and enjoy a look at the stranger side of Quiet Valley. During the daytime it will be more family focused with some not so spooky ghost stories. Also, learn about Halloween Creatures – Facts & Fiction, Halloween songs, and take a horse-drawn wagon ride & pony rides (weather permitting). There will be a children’s craft area and some light refreshments available.
After dark things will get spookier as guests can visit the Hag in the Woods, if they dare, and also help solve a “murder” that took place on the farm. You can also visit the Halloween Creatures – Facts & Fiction area at night.
Spooky Days on the Farm will take place rain or shine; Schedule subject to change; Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children (3-12). All money raised is used to support the mission of our non-profit historic farm museum and its educational programs.
For more information visit www.quietvalley.org or call 570-992-6161.
After dark things will get spookier as guests can visit the Hag in the Woods, if they dare, and also help solve a “murder” that took place on the farm. You can also visit the Halloween Creatures – Facts & Fiction area at night.
Spooky Days on the Farm will take place rain or shine; Schedule subject to change; Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children (3-12). All money raised is used to support the mission of our non-profit historic farm museum and its educational programs.
For more information visit www.quietvalley.org or call 570-992-6161.
October 29
Market Faire & Rendezvous
Saturday, October 29, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM and Sunday, October 30, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Jacobsburg Historical Society’s annual Market Faire & Rendezvous is a living history encampment representing many periods of American history, including the Pre-Colonial, Colonial, and Fur Trade Eras. Demonstrations and events include primitive archery, blacksmithing, black powder demos, children’s games, a scavenger hunt, a Market Faire of 18th & 19th century traders, and individual blanket traders. The Early American Craft Education Center, the John Joseph Henry House Museum, the Nicholas Hawk Log Cabin Workshop, and the Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum will all be open to the public during this event. Admission $5.00 with free on-site parking. Children 12 and under, JHS members, active duty military and scouts are free. Registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Jacobsburg Historical Society 610-759-9029 or by email at Jacobsburg@rcn.com.
Jacobsburg Historical Society’s annual Market Faire & Rendezvous is a living history encampment representing many periods of American history, including the Pre-Colonial, Colonial, and Fur Trade Eras. Demonstrations and events include primitive archery, blacksmithing, black powder demos, children’s games, a scavenger hunt, a Market Faire of 18th & 19th century traders, and individual blanket traders. The Early American Craft Education Center, the John Joseph Henry House Museum, the Nicholas Hawk Log Cabin Workshop, and the Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum will all be open to the public during this event. Admission $5.00 with free on-site parking. Children 12 and under, JHS members, active duty military and scouts are free. Registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Jacobsburg Historical Society 610-759-9029 or by email at Jacobsburg@rcn.com.
Portland Trick or Treat
The Borough of Portland will hold Trick or Treat on Saturday, October 29, from 4 to 6 pm.
Sponsored by the community events committee and refiner’s fire ministry a costume contest will be held and hot dogs, apple cider, and chips will be served immediately following trick or treat at:
Refiner’s Fire Ministry Church, 100 Division Street, Portland.
Approximately at 7:15 pm a free, all ages, Halloween themed movie will be shown.
Sponsored by the community events committee and refiner’s fire ministry a costume contest will be held and hot dogs, apple cider, and chips will be served immediately following trick or treat at:
Refiner’s Fire Ministry Church, 100 Division Street, Portland.
Approximately at 7:15 pm a free, all ages, Halloween themed movie will be shown.
October 30
Williams Will Speak on Bloom House
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes Ellis Williams as guest speaker at the 9:15 a.m. worship service on Sunday, October 30th. Ellis will be speaking about his efforts with Bloom House, a recovery house for women. Based on the successful “Thistle Farm” model that began in Nashville, TN, Bloom House helps women in recovery from addiction regain a healthy life and healthy engagement with the community. After-church fellowship will follow worship. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more information call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.
November 5
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!
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 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.
November 11
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
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.