CLICK HERE FOR PRINT ARCHIVES AT PRINTSBTT.COMHelp Wanted......Electrical helper/ apprentice wanted.. Valid drivers license and reliable transportation needed. Drug and alcohol free work place. Serious applicants call 484-515-1134
Help Wanted.......Municipal Employment Opportunities - Pen Argyl Borough is seeking one (1) full time public works general laborer. Interested candidates should have experience operating gas power tools, backhoes and road equipment trucks as well as possess basic mechanical, construction and computer skills. Individual must be over 18, have current PA State driver’s license, work 40 + hours per week and be responsible, reliable and capable of working in adverse weather conditions. Prospective individuals must be able to lift 75 pounds repeatedly. Please send a letter of interest with resume to Pen Argyl Borough Hall, Attn: Borough Manager, PO Box 128, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. Resumes and letters of interest must be received by September 23, 2016 at 12 Noon.
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SLATE BELT WEATHER SEPTEMBER 16TODAY - Sunny, with a high near 73. Calm wind becoming southeast 5 to 7 mph in the morning. TONIGHT - Mostly clear, with a low around 51. Light southeast wind. 
Pen Argyl and Palisades soccer players clash during a recent game played in Plainfield Township. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
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.
Bridges of Hope at Prince of Peace
Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church and East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will be presenting “Bridges of Hope,” on Thursday, October 6, at 7:00 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church in Johnsonville. Bridges of Hope is a new program developed by the FaithNet Advisory Board of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and is designed to promote a deeper awareness of mental health issues within faith communities. This presentation is being offered for all religious beliefs. It also recognizes the expression by the majority of those affected by mental illness of the importance of the role of their spirituality in their ability to cope with having one of these illnesses themselves or in caring for an ill friend or family member. Individuals, family members, and representatives of all faith communities are invited to participate. This free program will be facilitated by Rev. Michael Scholtes and Rev. Dave Goss. The presentation will last approximately one hour and be followed by a time of refreshments and fellowship. The church is located at 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, PA. For more information, contact Rev. Dave Goss at 610-588-4453. at the Drylands UCC Church at 4415 Newburg Rd., Nazareth at 7:00 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. Please call President Joe DiGerlando 610-759-7239 for more information. PAHS Academic Wall of Fame & Sports HOF The Pen Argyl Alumni Association is excited to invite all Pen Argyl Alumni, as well as classmates, family, and friends of the Inductees to the annual banquet where distinguished Alumni are recognized for their induction to the Academic Wall of Fame & the Sports Hall of Fame.
The banquet will be held on Friday, September 16, 2016 @ 6:30pm at the Holy Family Club’s Phoenix Room in Nazareth, PA. The Inductees for the Academic Wall of Fame are PETER RUGGIERO, Class of 1986, DAVID CHUSS, Class of 1991, & GRETCHEN EHLE, Class of 1996. The Inductees for the PAHS Sports Hall of Fame are RICK FOLK, Class of 1985, ELIZABETH (Heard) ROHN, Class of 2000, ASHLEY (Maynard) CHROMCZAK, Class of 2005, CHELSEA (Due) DONOFRY, Class of 2006, & WALTER COLE, Educator (Girl’s Tennis Coach 1975-2013). Call 610-761-3025 or e-mail shorething@rcn.com by September 8th 
Pen Argyl Boy Scout Troop 33 begin folding a flag at the Weona Park for their annual flag retirement ceremony. PHOTO GALLERY (Another photo tomorrow) (Another photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Nazareth Garden Club Show Results
The Nazareth Area Garden Club celebrated its 14th Flower and Garden Show at the Schoeneck Moravian Church Fellowship Hall this month. The Theme this year was “Gardening…Dig it!” Members displayed more than 200 Houseplants and horticulture specimens, and 43 Floral Arrangements. All entries were judged by non-member experts in horticulture and floral arranging. In addition to individual categories, they awarded Best in Show to the entries deemed to be the best in their category, and Sweepstakes Awards, for the most first places by an individual member, in each category. This year’s winners were:
This year we grew two Club Project plants, a Basil called “Purple Ruffles” and a beautiful annual Lantana called “Camera.” The winner of both was Kathy Juran. Loretta Rhyder took second place for the Basil and Julie Anderson for the Lantana. The small window box category brought 18 entries. The Judges selected Mimzy Schaller for the blue ribbon and the Audience selected the same entry as their favorite. An additional special project was a 5" hanging terrarium called Dew Drops. The winner of that category was Phoebe Cubberly. Evanne Maher was runner up for both. The Nazareth Area Garden Club meets each month from March through November at the Drylands UCC Church at 4415 Newburg Rd., Nazareth at 7:00 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. Please call President Joe DiGerlando 610-759-7239 for more information. Heritage Mural DedicationThe Heritage Mural Education Program - Mural Dedication, 11 AM. FREE, Market & South First Streets Bangor, PA 18013. The Heritage Mural Education Program at TGAI celebrates another successful mural in the Slate Belt. Learn of the heritage of the region and hear stories from residents, historians, and artists. Purchase a print of the newest mural, as well as past murals in the series, to support the program.
Pen Argyl Community-Wide Yard SalesPen Argyl will hold community wide yard sales September 16-18. . No permit is required.
Pen Argyl Boy Scout Troop 33 repectfully retires flags at Weona Park during their annual flag retirement ceremony. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography (Another photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Wildflower FolkloreSaturday, September 17, 1:30-3:30 PM
Join us a two-hour search for the late summer botanical treasures of Jacobsburg! They will discuss how flowers got their names as well as legends, myths, and stories that surround them. Be prepared for a moderate hike that may involve muddy slopes and uphill climbs. Please bring binoculars, a camera, water, and a snack and wear sturdy shoes. 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 Richmond UMC Movie Night Movie Night, featuring The Jungle Book at Richmond United Methodist Church is planned for Friday, September 16th: Gates open at 6PM Showtime: 7PM
Bring your chairs, lawn blankets, friends, and family for a great night out! Free will offering will be taken to benefit the youth Hot dogs, popcorn, and other snacks will be available Belfast Wesley UMC Community Picnic/Rally Day Belfast Wesley UMC 607 School Rd Nazareth will be having a Community Picnic/Rally Day on Saturday September 17th, 2016 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. There will be Free food and Free activities for kids. Please come join us for an afternoon of fun for all ages! Please feel free to contact Tom for any questions 610-751-4400.
Pen Argyl's Josh Elbeck (white) collides with a Palisades player attempting a header during a recent game played in Plainfield Township. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Adoption Fair and Donation Drive An Adoption Fair and Donation Drive in association with the Center for Animal Health and Welfare is scheduled for Saturday September 17th, 2016 from 1-3pm at the Chandler Estate 1569 Teels Road, Wind gap.
They will have large and small dogs as well as cats available for adoption. They would appreciate donations of food, treats, cat litter, and cleaning supplies. SBNRC Used Book Sale A Used Book Sale will be held Sept 14, 15, 16 from 10-4 Slate Belt Nursing and Rehab Ctr., 701 Slate Belt Blvd Bangor. Cost is $1.00 Hard Cover/.50 for Soft Cover.
Full Harvest Moon Celebration
Gathering for the 'Full Harvest Moon' at Columcille in the circle of stones at 7:00pm on Friday, September 16th with the Celebration beginning at 7:30pm. The Gathering is open to all who feel called to participate in welcoming and honoring Grandmother Moon and her healing energies. They welcome all who wish to bring their drums, flutes and other musical instruments. Please bring any poem, song, chant or story you would like to share as well as your crystals, gems, etc. for cleansing by the Full Moon energies. Of course, this will be followed by a sharing of 'Tea and Treats' - bring your favorite treat! No need to RSVP - your presence is all that is required. Safe Haven Meet and Greet
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, September 18, at Tractor Supply, Rt. 940, Mt Pocono. Safe Haven will have many adorable dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 800 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs. For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. Autumn Women's Retreat Join the Women of Columcille at the Autumn Women's Retreat. They will be gathering from Friday, September 16th through Sunday the 18th at the Kirkridge Farmhouse. For full information, program, registration and meal information, click HERE for a PDF to download and print.
If you wish to charge your registration fee to your credit or debit card please contact Beth Guida. Her email is: beth@rainbowofpromise.com.. ............FOR SALE..........
September 17Bingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 Bangor Public Library - Open 10-4 Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-12. Slate Belt YMCA - Open 8:00am - 4:00pm Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3 CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARCan You Believe It?Police Capture 9ft Python at Florida School
HOMESTEAD, Fla., Sept. 15 (UPI) -- A 9-foot-long Burmese python in Florida will have to settle for getting its GED after it was expelled from a high school campus by authorities. Miami-Dade Schools officers responded Wednesday morning to Homestead High School, where students and teachers spotted the big snake slithering across a field.
The snake was turned over to the Miami-Dade Fire Department's Venom Unit, which said the serpent will be transferred to a Florida Fish & Wildlife facility. Teachers said the experience was educational for students. "They were actually able to see it here. Not just book-wise or even video-wise. They were actually able to see it in real life, an example of invasive species coming into our territory," Homestead High School teacher Joe Gonzalez told KSPR-TV.
Real Estate...Tips to Stop Drafts and Save Money
(BPT) - Can you imagine keeping your windows open all winter long? The heat loss, cold drafts and all that money spent on wasted energy would be staggering. But if your home has folding pull-down attic stairs, a whole-house fan, a fireplace or clothes dryer, you may be doing the equivalent of leaving the windows open every day.
Drafts from these often overlooked spaces waste energy and cost you big in the form of higher energy bills. They are also the largest source of heating and cooling loss in the home. Most homeowners are well aware of the benefits that caulk and weather-stripping provide to minimize energy loss and drafts. But what can you do about drafts from the four largest energy leaks in your home - the folding attic stairs, the whole house fan, the fireplace and the clothes dryer? Here are some tips and techniques that can easily, quickly and inexpensively seal and insulate these areas. Attic stairs When attic stairs are installed, a large hole (approximately 10 square feet) is created in your ceiling. The ceiling and insulation that were there have to be removed, leaving only a thin, unsealed, sheet of plywood. Because your attic space is ventilated directly to the outdoors, the attic space can be very cold in the winter, and in the summer it can be very hot. And what is separating your conditioned house from your unconditioned attic? Only a thin sheet of plywood. Try this yourself: at night, turn on the attic light and shut the attic stairway door. If you see any light coming through, it means your heated and air-conditioned air is leaking out of these large gaps in your home, 24-hours a day. An easy, low-cost solution to this problem is to add an insulated attic stair cover that seals the stairs and stops drafts and energy loss. Add the desired amount of insulation over the cover to restore the insulation removed from the ceiling. Whole-house fans and air-conditioning vents When whole-house fans are installed, a large hole (up to 16 square feet or larger) is created in your ceiling. The ceiling and insulation that were there have to be removed, leaving only the drafty ceiling shutter between you and the outdoors. An easy solution to this problem is to add a whole house fan shutter seal. Made from white textured flexible insulation, you simply install the seal over the ceiling shutter, secure it with Velcro, and trim it to fit. The shutter seal can also be used to seal and insulate air conditioning vents, and is easily removed when desired. Fireplaces It's ironic that while fireplaces are intended to heat up a house, they can create some seriously cold drafts. Fireplaces, especially during the winter heating season, are energy losers. One study showed that an open damper on an unused fireplace in a well-insulated house can raise overall heating-energy consumption by 30 percent. Another recent study showed that for many consumers, their heating bills may be more than $500 higher each winter because of the drafts and wasted energy caused by fireplaces. Even if the damper is shut, it's not air-tight, and glass doors don't stop the drafts either. Your chimney is an opening that leads directly outdoors - just like an open window and like a giant straw sucking your expensive heated or air-conditioned air right out of your house! A simple way to avoid this problem is to add a Fireplace Plug to your fireplace. Available from Battic Door, a company known for their energy conservation products, the Fireplace Plug is an inflatable pillow that seals the fireplace damper, eliminating drafts, odors, and noise. The pillow is removed whenever the fireplace is used, then reinserted after. Clothes dryer exhaust ducts In many homes, the room with the clothes dryer is the coldest room in the house. In the winter, cold drafts come in through the duct, through your dryer and into your house. Many dryer vents use a sheet-metal flapper to try to reduce these drafts. This is very primitive technology that does not provide a positive seal to stop the drafts. Compounding the problem is that over time, lint clogs the flapper valve, causing it to stay open. A surprisingly simple solution to this problem is to add a dryer vent seal. This will reduce unwanted drafts, and also keeps out pests, bees and rodents. The vent will remain closed unless the dryer is in use. When the dryer is in use, a floating shuttle rises to allow warm air, lint and moisture to escape. For more information on Battic Door's energy conservation solutions and products for your home, visit www.batticdoor.com or, to request a free catalog, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to P.O. Box 15, Mansfield, MA 02048. Automotive...Buying a Vehicle? The Right Timing Could Mean the Best Deal
(StatePoint) Buying a vehicle? While your negotiation tactics matter, experts say that timing is a bigger factor than you may realize when it comes to getting a great deal on a new car.
“The time of year, the time of the month and even the time of day can affect the deal you get and what’s available for purchase,” says Brian Moody, executive editor of Autotrader. “Timing can be everything if you want the best deal.” Moody and the experts at Autotrader are offering some important timing insights to those on the hunt for a vehicle. • Show up late. At the end of the day, sales and finance professionals are ready to head home. But a smart salesperson will not let a serious potential customer walk away just because the dealership is ready to close shop. Provided the salesperson is dealing with a serious buyer, he or she may make concessions during late hours to speed up negotiations. Of course, shoppers may be tired and ready to go home, too, causing the plan to backfire. So make sure you’re well-rested and ready to hang in there for the long haul if you decide to pursue this strategy. • Wait it out: Know what you want? Don’t rush to the dealership. If possible, consider waiting until the end of a month or even the end of a quarter to make your vehicle purchase. “Just like at the end of the year, dealers have monthly and quarterly sales goals. If they’re just shy of the target, they could be more motivated to get the deal done,” suggests Moody. • Be in-season. The season you purchase your vehicle matters. For example, late summer and early fall is when new-model-year vehicles are rolling into dealers’ inventories. Some of the best deals are on “leftover” models. For instance, a 2016 model may be steeply discounted once 2017 models arrive. In some cases, dealers will even have the previous model year in stock. For example, Autotrader.com still has listings for brand-new 2015 model vehicles. Keep in mind though, that since a leftover model is already outdated, it’s automatically worth less than a car from the latest model -- which means you’ll get a lower price if you resell. If you plan to keep your car a long time, this shouldn’t be a big issue. “For those who don’t have to have the latest and greatest model, this is an easy way to save,” says Moody. “However, don’t expect to get both the latest model and the best deal. It’s likely you’ll have to make some concessions if you want the best possible price. For more tips and strategies, visit Autotrader.com/NewCarBuying. Learning a few tricks of the trade about timing your new car purchase may help you save considerably.
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 12(DELABOLE ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP) Between Between O.W. Road and Timberline Drive will experience delays and single lane restriction with stop signs 24 hours each day until further notice. RICHMOND ROAD (LOWER MT. BETHEL) Between Ott Drive and Miller Road will experience delays and single lane restriction 24 hours each day until further notice. VIADUCT MESSINGER STREET BRIDGE (BANGOR) Between South Main St and Route 191 CLOSED until December, 2017. Follow detours. GRAND CENTRAL ROAD Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice. ROUTE 512 WIND GAP TO BANGOR Repairs and Upgrades Through September possibly 24 hours per day. Beware of rough surfaces. BELFAST ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Henry Road AND Jacobsburg Road expect delays and lane restriction Sept 12 -16 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. ROUTE 33 NORTH (STOCKERTOWN, PLAINFIELD TWP) Between PA 191 AND Belfast Exit expect delays and lane restriction Sept. 14,15 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. ROUTE 33 (LOWER, UPPER NAZARETH STOCKERTOWN) Between PA 248 AND PA 191 expect delays and lane restriction Sept. 12,13 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. JACOBSBURG ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between PA 512 AND Bushkill Center Road expect delays and lane restriction Sept. 14,15 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. LOWER SOUTH MAIN STREET (WASHINGTON TWP) Between Messinger Street AND Star Seed Drive expect delays and lane restriction Sept. 12 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. LOWER SOUTH MAIN STREET (LMBT) Between Star Seed Drive AND Uhler Road expect delays and lane restriction Sept. 13 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. OLD ALLENTOWN ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP) Between Mountain Road AND PA 512 expect delays and lane restriction Sept. 16 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. 
Cash Prizes for Pumpkin Carving Octoberfest this year will be held at Bangor Memorial Park on Saturday and Sunday, October 15th (4pm to 8:30) and October 16th (4pm to 8pm). Groups are needed to enter in the themed, carved pumpkin display. Maybe you own a business and you have a group of employees that would like to get together to carve some pumpkins to enter in the contest. You can pick whatever theme you would like. There are tons of carving themes on the internet. There have been some interesting themes in the past such as Harry Potter, classic cars, Toy Story, Elvis, Peanuts, etc. Do you play a sport? Maybe your group wants to carve pumpkins to show support for that sport? The only cost to enter is that you have to buy your own pumpkins. A group of themed pumpkins should have at least 6 or more in their display. There will be CASH prizes awarded for the top 3 best group of themed, carved pumpkins. Prizes range from $100 to $25.00. Please call Sherry Haycock at 610-588-6894 to register your group and theme. In addition, our scarecrow making booth is in need of old stockings. Please save your old stockings (any color and size). You can drop them off at the Borough Building or to Sherry Haycock at The Little Corner Cafe. Volunteers are needed to help in all aspects of the event from collecting tickets at booths, running booths, helping to set up and clean up the pumpkin displays and working in the concession stand. For more information or to volunteer contact Debbie Smith at 610-751-7692 or email at bangorparkboard@gmail.com 
September 16Autumn Women's Retreat Join the Women of Columcille at the Autumn Women's Retreat. They will be gathering from Friday, September 16th through Sunday the 18th at the Kirkridge Farmhouse. For full information, program, registration and meal information, click HERE for a PDF to download and print.
If you wish to charge your registration fee to your credit or debit card please contact Beth Guida. Her email is: beth@rainbowofpromise.com. Registration deadline is September 12th. They hope to see you there... PAHS Academic Wall of Fame & Sports HOF The Pen Argyl Alumni Association is excited to invite all Pen Argyl Alumni, as well as classmates, family, and friends of the Inductees to the annual banquet where distinguished Alumni are recognized for their induction to the Academic Wall of Fame & the Sports Hall of Fame.
The banquet will be held on Friday, September 16, 2016 @ 6:30pm at the Holy Family Club’s Phoenix Room in Nazareth, PA. The Inductees for the Academic Wall of Fame are PETER RUGGIERO, Class of 1986, DAVID CHUSS, Class of 1991, & GRETCHEN EHLE, Class of 1996. The Inductees for the PAHS Sports Hall of Fame are RICK FOLK, Class of 1985, ELIZABETH (Heard) ROHN, Class of 2000, ASHLEY (Maynard) CHROMCZAK, Class of 2005, CHELSEA (Due) DONOFRY, Class of 2006, & WALTER COLE, Educator (Girl’s Tennis Coach 1975-2013). Call 610-761-3025 or e-mail shorething@rcn.com by September 8th . Full Harvest Moon Celebration
Gathering for the 'Full Harvest Moon' at Columcille in the circle of stones at 7:00pm on Friday, September 16th with the Celebration beginning at 7:30pm. The Gathering is open to all who feel called to participate in welcoming and honoring Grandmother Moon and her healing energies. They welcome all who wish to bring their drums, flutes and other musical instruments. Please bring any poem, song, chant or story you would like to share as well as your crystals, gems, etc. for cleansing by the Full Moon energies. Of course, this will be followed by a sharing of 'Tea and Treats' - bring your favorite treat! No need to RSVP - your presence is all that is required. Richmond UMC Movie Night Movie Night, featuring The Jungle Book at Richmond United Methodist Church is planned for Friday, September 16th: Gates open at 6PM Showtime: 7PM
Bring your chairs, lawn blankets, friends, and family for a great night out! Free will offering will be taken to benefit the youth Hot dogs, popcorn, and other snacks will be available September 17SAFE HAVEN RESCUE DOGS MEET & GREET AT TRACTOR SUPPLY
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, September 18, at Tractor Supply, Rt. 940, Mt Pocono. Safe Haven will have many adorable dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 800 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs. For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. Adoption Fair and Donation Drive An Adoption Fair and Donation Drive in association with the Center for Animal Health and Welfare is scheduled for Saturday September 17th, 2016 from 1-3pm at the Chandler Estate 1569 Teels Road, Wind gap.
They will have large and small dogs as well as cats available for adoption. They would appreciate donations of food, treats, cat litter, and cleaning supplies. Belfast Wesley UMC Community Picnic/Rally Day Belfast Wesley UMC 607 School Rd Nazareth will be having a Community Picnic/Rally Day on Saturday September 17th, 2016 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. There will be Free food and Free activities for kids. Please come join us for an afternoon of fun for all ages! Please feel free to contact Tom for any questions 610-751-4400.
Wildflower FolkloreSaturday, September 17, 1:30-3:30 PM
Join us a two-hour search for the late summer botanical treasures of Jacobsburg! They will discuss how flowers got their names as well as legends, myths, and stories that surround them. Be prepared for a moderate hike that may involve muddy slopes and uphill climbs. Please bring binoculars, a camera, water, and a snack and wear sturdy shoes. 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 Heritage Mural DedicationThe Heritage Mural Education Program - Mural Dedication, 11 AM. FREE, Market & South First Streets Bangor, PA 18013. The Heritage Mural Education Program at TGAI celebrates another successful mural in the Slate Belt. Learn of the heritage of the region and hear stories from residents, historians, and artists. Purchase a print of the newest mural, as well as past murals in the series, to support the program.
September 18TGAI at Festival of the ArtsSEPTEMBER 18
TGAI & Jim Gloria at Riverside Festival of the Arts, 11 AM to 5 PM. FREE. Riverside Park, Larry Holmes Drive, Easton, PA 18042. Educational Tent. Try your hand in our Interactive scene painting/mural piece. Audience members will be encouraged to pick up the brush and try painting while standing on the canvas using brush in a bamboo stick. There will be a raffle for the completed work- $5.00 per ticket. Columcille Celebrating Autumn Equinox
Columcille Megalith Park. celebrates Autumn Equinox (Alban Elued) Sunday, September 18 at 2:30pm with a live concert beginning at 3:00pm; "Celtic Reflections: Songs from the Isles" to be performed by Sarah Cohea on recorder and Ann Socha on folk harp. Their lyrical repertory includes their own beautiful arrangements of Irish and Scottish songs of tribute, dance music, and lullabies. Please bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating. Light refreshments will be available for donation and our "autumn collection" of crystals and gemstones will be on display for donation. Admission is a suggested $7.00 gate donation with children free with adult. They hope to see you at our Community of Stones at this Sunday's "Autumn Equinox and Celtic Concert". September 19Monday Morning Birds & BeansMonday, September 19, 8:00-10:00 AM
Rise and shine! Join us for some delicious shade-grown coffee followed by a bird walk through Jacobsburg in search of Neotropical migrants. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring binoculars. Registration is not required. Meet at the Visitor Center 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. September 20Blue Mt. Library Fund Raiser A Fundraiser for The Blue Mountain Community Library will be held on Tuesday, September 20, from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Café on Broadway, 21 S. Broadway in Wind Gap, PA. The Café will generously donate a portion of all sales that day to the library. All food is fresh and made to order. You are encouraged to call ahead with your order. Specials are listed on the restaurant’s Facebook page. The Café is take-out or eat-in, with limited seating. The phone # is 610-881-4261. Menus are available at the Café or at the library. Your support of this fundraiser to benefit the library will be greatly appreciated.
The Blue Mountain Community Library is currently collecting non-perishable foods for the Salvation Army Food Bank in Pen Argyl, through September 15. Please consider donating to this ministry and bring your food items to the library. Pre-School Story Hour will resume on Wed. and Thurs., September 21 & 22 at 10:30 am. All pre-school children are welcome, accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. Quincy, the Therapy Dog, will be visiting on Thurs., Sept 29 & Wed., Oct. 5. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl, PA. Hours are M-Sa, 10:00 am- Noon, and M-Th, 6:00-8:00 pm. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. Bangor Womens Club GFWC first meeting Ellen Prudenti, newly elected president of the Bangor Womens Club GFWC will hold the first meeting of the new season on Tuesday September 20, 2016 at 12 noon at Prince of Peace Church, Johnsonsville PA. This organization meeting will feature a covered dish luncheon followed by business meeting. The agenda will be to set this years budget, review status of 501(c)3 application, review committees, and plan fund raising activities. The club will be holding a bake sale at Capitol Ace Hardware on Fri Sep 30 and Sat Oct 1.
Prospective members are welcome to attend. Club members would love to have new members join in our fellowship and fun. The club supports the local library, non profit organizations, and provides scholarship assistance to local high school seniors. Anyone interested in more information about this community service organization and attendance at our meeting please contact Clare Osmun at 610-588-1373. September 21“Feisty” Founder of Hawk Mountain Sanctuary
Learn about Rosalie Edge, the feisty New York socialite and suffragist who filed suit against the National Association of Audubon Societies to get them to do more to protect birds and wildlife. She later founded Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, the world’s first refuge for birds of prey. Dyana Furmansky will speak about Edge’s life at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21, in Kopecek Hall at Northampton Community College (NCC). Furmansky is an award-winning author who writes about environmental topics and the American west. Her book, Rosalie Edge, Hawk of Mercy: The Activist Who Saved Nature from the Conservationists,” garnered the 2009 Wormsloe Foundation Nature Award and the 2010 Colorado Book Award. Furmansky’s talk will kick off the College’s annual humanities series. This year’s theme is “Flying Free: Birds and the Human Spirit.” Through books, films and discussions, students and interested members of the community will probe questions such as “Why do we equate particular birds with human traits such as wisdom, pacifism, or vanity or with human experiences such as freedom and adventure or captivity or mourning?” and “What does the human connection to birds tell us about links between the sciences and the humanities?” The faculty coordinator for “Flying Free: Birds and the Human Spirit” is Dr. John K. Leiser, professor of biology and environmental science at Northampton and a past Pennsylvania Professor of the Year. Leiser proposed the topic because “birds are the subjects not only of our natural curiosity but also of scientific inquiry and artistic expression.” Community partners for NCC’s humanities series include the Bethlehem Area Public Library, Eastern Monroe Public Library, Bethlehem Area School District, Stroudsburg Area School District, Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites, and Monroe County Historical Association. The series is endowed through generous donors and a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Furmansky’s talk will be open to the public free of charge. Read more at facebook.com/ncchumanities September 22Encore Resale Grand Opening Encore Resale Shop is a boutique style shop located in the lovely and historic town of Upper Mt Bethel, PA. They will hold an open house September 22 at 5:00pm with the ribbon cutting at 5:30pm
They offer unbeatable prices on fabulous apparel and accessories. Their low prices are always 50-90% off retail. New merchandise is set out daily, so you’ll want to shop often for the best selection and deals. You can also follow them on Facebook to shop for featured items, including our exciting Flash-Sales! They have lots to offer for every budget, size, age, and style. Their apparel is as nice as new and represents the latest trends as well as the tried and true classics. They carry clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories for infants, children, teens, and every woman- petite through plus sizes, along with maternity. You’ll also find some books, toys, and household items from time to time. Their ever-changing inventory includes lots of trendy and quality names and many items are new with tags. At Encore, you’ll get a great mix of items at great prices. Stop in and stay a while, they are looking forward to your visit! Visit them at www.encoreresaleshop.com or call 570-230-7889. Friends of the Bangor Public Library MeetingThe Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold their first meeting of the new season on Thursday, September 22nd @ 7:00 PM in the upstairs loft. The Friends are looking for additional members and also associate members who are interested in helping raise funds for the library. The Friends conduct activities such as
” Brunch With the Author”, “Breakfast With Santa”, “Annual House Tour”, and two “Book Sales”. They meet the 4th Thursday of each month from Sept. to June. For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. September 23Trapping Convention Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Fall Trapping Convention and Sportsman Show September 23rd 12noon-6pm and September 24th 8am-6pm at West End Fairgrounds 570 Fairgrounds Rd. Gilbert, PA 18331. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203
Bethlehem Celtic Fest 2016BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, — The Celtic Cultural Alliance (CCA) will reach its 29th year of presenting the largest free Highland Games and Celtic festival in North America during the weekend of September 23rd through the 30th. This year brings back old Celtic Classic favorites such as Timlin & Kane, Seven Nations and the Glengarry Bhoys as well as new features like Low Lily, Moxie Strings, Barrule & Calan. From bagpipes to bodrahns, fiddles to whistles, Bethlehem will be filled with foot stomping Celtic music all weekend.
A wide variety of Scottish, Welsh and Irish bands and genres will take stage this September. The complete performer line up can be found at www.celticfest.org/entertainment Celtic Classic 2016 will also honor its traditional festival features. In addition to the U.S. National Highland Games Championship come an assortment of food styles and beverages, Celtic retail merchants, competitions and dance. Celtic Classic runs from Friday, September 23rd through Sunday, September 25th in downtown historic Bethlehem. For more information, directions, volunteering opportunities and the weekend’s schedule, log on to www.celticfest.org. For up-to-the-minute information and updates, follow Celtic Classic on Twitter (@CelticClassic) and friend them on Facebook (facebook.com/CelticClassic). For more information on the Parade of Shamrocks and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org. September 24Simple Gifts at Prince of Peace
Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bangor, PA is hosting the group Simple Gifts! Two women plus twelve instruments equals one good time when Simple Gifts takes the stage at Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church on September 24th, starting at 7:00 p.m. Admission is free; an offering will be taken during intermission to benefit PUMP. Drawing on an impressive variety of ethnic folk styles, this award-winning duo plays everything from lively Irish jigs and down-home American reels to hard-driving Klezmer freilachs and haunting Gypsy melodies, spicing the mix with the distinctive rhythms of Balkan dance music, the lush sounds of Scandinavian twin fiddling, and original compositions written in a traditional style. Combining tradition with innovation, Simple Gifts creates some of the finest arrangements in folk music today: swing fiddle creeps into a Romanian dance, spoons show up in an Irish reel, and a traditional West Virginia tune is enhanced by a Turkish drum and Indian shruti box. Based in the hills of central Pennsylvania, these women play an amazing array of instruments. Linda Littleton and Karen Hirshon switch with ease among fiddle, mandolin, banjo, recorders, bowed psaltery, hammered dulcimer, baritone fiddle, guitar, and percussion. Simple Gifts is well-known for their outgoing stage presence, which is warm, personal, and accented with humor. These women deliver their music with rare intensity and contagious enthusiasm. It’s obvious that Simple gifts loves the music they play and knows how to share their excitement with the audience. This is an act not to be missed! Fourth Annual Pet Expo St. John Lutheran Church, Pen Argyl 4th annual pet expo, September 24, 2016, 10:00-2:00 at the church. Pet contests, parade, blessings, area pet rescue groups. For info. Call Gail DeWitt. 610-588-7545
Thank you Bangor Elks Bar BingoBangor Elks Bar Bingo will be held Saturday, September 24. Bingo starts at 7:00PM. Kitchen opens at 6:00PM
Fourth Annual Pet Expo On Saturday, September 24th, 2016 come to St John’s pet expo in Pen Argyl, to meet some of the beautiful loving animals that Boomer’s Angels (BAARC) have for adoption!
St John’s Church is located, 12 North Westbrook Ave, Pen Argyl, PA 18072 All adoptions must be pre-approved so why not fill out and application in advance. Visit www.boomersangels.com for an application. If you’re not ready to adopt, why not try fostering? Foster homes are desperately needed so we can continue to save lives! They provide you with everything a foster parent will need. You supply the love and a safe home until they are adopted. Be an Angel for a homeless dog! Boomer’s Angels is in need of volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, etc. Boomer’s Angels Animal Rescue & Care was formed to give as many homeless and downtrodden animals the brightest future possible. Be an Angel for a homeless pet! Email boomersangels@gmail.com or visit their website at www.boomersangels.com, find us on Facebook. Washington Township School Reunion Former students of the old Washington Township School will hold its second annual reunion on Saturday afternoon September 24th, 2016. Everything is a GO for the Reunion The posters are being placed through-out the Slate Belt Area to notify everyone who attended Washington Township School. Tell your friends, relatives, classmates, etc. that they are having a Reunion and to keep the date open. Everyone is welcome to come and mingle with fellow classmates. Reunion will start at 1:00 PM. Bring Pictures if you have any or any other related items.
Get Outdoors PA FestivalSaturday, September 24, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Celebrate National Public Lands Day, National Bike to Park Day, and National Hunting & Fishing Day at this event sponsored by Senator Mario Scavello, Jacobsburg EE Center, and the Lehigh Valley Greenways Partnership. Activities will include a live animal presentation, fishing, archery, guided nature walks, and more! The animal presentation starts at 12:30 and will be followed by a panel discussion with Senator Scavello, Chairman of the Senate Game and Fisheries Committee; PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary, Cindy Dunn; PA Game Commission Executive Director, Matthew Hough; and PA Fish and Boat Commission Executive Director, John Arway. Each panelist will present an update and receive questions and comments from the audience. Many exhibitors will be providing hands-on activities. Registration is not required. r more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.. Benefit Dinner Dance A benefit dinner dance will be hledSaturday September 24, from 6-10pm at Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall , 703 S. Delaware Dr. Mount Bethel, Pa
Spaghetti Dinner, Dancing, awesome raffles and more! $14 per person call 610-588-7056 leave message to reserve seats or email jsmoke200@gmail.com All proceeds go to PUMP, a local food pantry! Hope UCC Spaghetti Dinner
A Spaghetti Dinner will be held Saturday September 24 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! HOMEMADE SAUCE AND MEATBALLS!! September 25Monarch Butterfly TaggingSunday, September 25, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join local butterfly enthusiast Doug Burton Jacobsburg EEC as he captures and tags Monarch Butterflies heading to Mexico for the winter. Butterfly nets will be on hand for those who wish to assist Doug in capturing these beautiful insects. We’ll also look at other species of butterflies in the area. Wear comfortable shoes and a hat and bring bottled water and binoculars. 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. September 27MONROE ANIMAL LEAGUE MEETING
The monthly meeting of the Monroe Animal League will be on Tuesday, September 27 at 7:00 PM at the Eastern Monroe County Library, Rt. 611/N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg. All Monroe County animal lovers are encouraged to attend. The Monroe Animal League is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving Monroe County since 1943, and is a member of the Federated Humane Societies of Pennsylvania. Our mission is to coordinate the human efforts in Monroe County to aid in the prevention of animal cruelty and to relieve the suffering of companion animals. MAL strives to optimize care through education, awareness, and financial support. For more information, visit www.monroe-animals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email monroeanimalleague@gmail.com, or call 570-421-7775. September 28Slater Marching Band FestivalBangor Slater Marching Band's 39th Annual Festival of Marching Bands: September 28, 7pm-9pm. Bangor Memorial Park . Hear and see the marching high school bands from Pen Argyl, Wilson, Southern Lehigh, East Stroudsburg South, Wilson and Bangor High School perform their 2016 field shows. Refreshments available for purchase. Rain date: September 29.
Music by ensemble at NCC Northampton Community College (NCC) will present a chamber music theatre performance by the Tres Vidas Ensemble celebrating the lives of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, Salvadoran peasant activist Rufina Amaya and Argentinian poet Alfonsina Storni on Wednesday, September 28, at 7:30 p.m., at Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
The music, representing a wide stylistic range, will include voice, piano, cello, and percussion. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted for the Hispanic Caucus’s Dreamer’s Scholarship. For more information, e-mail bsanabria@northampton.edu or call 610-861-4145. September 30East Bangor Basket Bingo Basket Bingo will be held at the East Bangor Vol. Fire Co. Sept. 30th. Doors open at 6. Bingo Starts at 7 Tickets are $20. Call Brianna today to hold your tickets 610-588-5996
October 1Oktoberfest at Arndt’s Lutheran Church On Sat, Oct 1st. there will be an Oktoberfest at Arndt’s Lutheran Church on 1851 Arndt Road, Easton, PA, 18040, from 9 am to 2pm. There will be an outdoor market, free music, PA Dutch foods, including apple dumplings and a car show with VWs and classic cars. for more information call 610 252 2338. This is a fund raiser for the Open Arms Senior Connections program.
Safety Saturday at the Heritage Center
The Bangor Fire Department, Slate Belt Heritage Center and Slate Belt Area Fire Departments will hold “Safety Saturday” on Saturday, October 1, 2016 from 12 -3 (rain date, Oct. 8) at the Slate Belt Heritage Center, 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. The event is being held to kickoff “Fire Prevention Month”. Learn about fire safety, play games and take a tour of the Heritage Center. Kids will have the opportunity to see the Pen Argyl Fire Dept. “House Fire Simulator” and East Bangor’s “Brush Truck and ATV”. All proceeds from the event will benefit the restoration and preservation of the antique 1922 American LaFrance Brockway Fire Truck which will be on display along with the fireman’s exhibit. For additional information contact: Jason Huggan @ 610-588-7160 Annual Families First 5K
Families First is celebrating its 14th Anniversary serving residents in the Pen Argyl Area School District. Come join them for their 13th Annual 5-K Race & one Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, October 1, 2016, rain or shine. Registration for the race/walk will begin at the Wind Gap Borough Park at 7:45 a.m. with the race starting at 9:00 a.m.
This fundraising event is for the entire family, which includes a bake sale and Community Agencies information and raffles. All proceeds are used to support all of the FREE programs and activities provided by Families First. “PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE” In the Pen Argyl Area School District. Pre-registration is open at a fee of $20.00 per person or $40.00 for a family of three or more to encourage family participation. There is a special discount registration for students only $15.00. The Largest Youth Group/Team/Organization pre-registered for the 5-K Race or Walk will receive a Pizza Party. Entry includes a quality T-shirt for the first 100 registered, bagels, water, entertainment, door prizes, and the opportunity to support a worthwhile cause. Awards will be given for the fastest overall male and female and top three finishers in each age category. The one-mile fun walk is non-competitive. To register, contact Race Chairperson Phil Giaquinto at 610-746-4436 or via email to giaquinto.phil@penargylsd.org. Sponsorship opportunities are still available at all levels from $100.00 to $1,000.00. Partial Sponsors List as of this date: Premier Sponsors: Luke William Hahn Foundation, Thrivent Financial; Corporate Sponsors: Wind Gap Chevrolet-Buick; Logo Sponsors: Methodist Services; Name Sponsors: ESSA Bank & Trust, Follett LLC., God’s Love Nursery School, Huth Insurance, Lucy Flinn-State Farm Agent, Reimer Brothers Inc., Sabatino Insurance Agency, All levels of sponsorship includes: publicity, listing of corporate logo on the event T-Shirts, and the opportunity to present informational material at the Race. For sponsorship information, contact the Families First Director, Frank Jones at 610-863-3688 or via email to jones.frank@penargylsd.org. Families First provides services, programs, resources in an environment in which families members are assisted toward a better quality of life. In addition to connecting families with other community services, Families First provides mentoring, advocacy, parenting information, employment assistance, housing resources and health insurance assistance. For more information about Families First checkout our website www.familiesfirstpenargyl.org and Like us Facebook. Spaghetti Dinner at St. John Lutheran
St John Lutheran Church, Pen Argyl, Pa is holding an all you can eat spaghetti dinner October 1, 2016, 12:00-5:00. Tickets are 9$-adults, $5-youth, under 5 free. Call 610-863-4332 for tickets or purchase at the door. October 2Animal Blessing at Arndt’s Lutheran Church Annual free Blessing of the Animals at Arndt’s Lutheran Church, 1851 Arndt Rd, Easton , PA, 18040 at 1 pm, on Sun, Oct 2, in the parking lot. Leashed or in carrier, please.
4-H Center to Host Open House
The Northampton County 4-H Center, located at 777 Bushkill Center Rd. in Nazareth, will be hosting an Open House on Sunday, Oct. 2nd. This event is free and open to the public.
The day will start at 9 AM with a Rabbit and Cavy Show. This event will prove interesting as it will also include a Rabbit Hopping Contest and a Costume Class. At noon until 3 PM there will be demonstrations by various 4-Hers. A drill team exhibition will be held at 11:30, 12:30 and 1:30 for all to enjoy. Also, a make-it and take-it craft will be offered for all ages from 10 AM until 2 PM. There will also be displays related to 4-H. The day will have something for everyone; come out to enjoy, learn, and have fun. There will be various food available all day long. However, starting at noon, the famous Chicken B-B-Q will start! Come early to see everything. Enjoy the Chicken B-B-Q at the 4-H Center or take it home to eat. Pre-ordering is suggested the day of by calling 610-759-9859. For more information concerning this event, please contact Janice Martin, 610-837-7294. For information concerning the 4-H program, in general, please contact Brad Kunsman, Extension Educator, weekdays, 8 – 4, at 610-746-1970. 4-H offers hands-on learning experiences while promoting citizenship, leadership and life skills. Chicken B-B-Q Offered by 4-H
The Northampton County 4-H Center will once again be holding a chicken b-b-q dinner on Sunday, October 2, 2016, from 12 (noon) till “the chicken is gone” at the Northampton County 4-H Center, 777 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareth. The chicken will be offered to the public as dinners, which will include rolls, butter, pickled cabbage/applesauce, baked potato and a half or quarter chicken, depending on the portion wanted, or as a cooked chicken half without the dinner. Anyone wishing to pre-order chickens may call the 4-H Center at (610) 759-9859 after 10:00 AM that day to order; all orders must be picked up by 1:30 PM or they will be sold. Any order may be eaten on the grounds or packaged for take-out. As the chicken has been sold-out in the past years, it is advisable to come early to order and eat. The day will include a rabbit show, 4-H demonstrations, make-it & take-it crafts, drill team exhibition and much, much more. Come for the chicken, stay for the fun! This event is a fundraiser for the 4-H Center. The 4-H Center was purchased in the mid-60’s to offer a central location for 4-H and youth activities. The 4-H Center is also open for use by the public for a wide variety of events during the spring, summer and fall months. Persons interested in renting the 4-H Center may call 610-837-7294 for open dates and rental information. The 4-H program is open to youths between the ages of 8-19 yrs. It offers over 150 different hands-on projects. For further information concerning the 4-H program for the youth or to volunteer as an adult please call the Northampton County Extension Offices, weekdays, at 610-746-1970. October 3Minsi Lake Rehab Meeting On Monday, Oct. 3, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) will host a 6:30 p.m. public meeting at Bangor Area High School, 123 Five Points Richmond Road, to provide an update on reconstruction of the Minsi Lake dam. The meeting is a follow-up to the recent release of more than $25 million in state funding that is dedicated to the repair of five high-hazard, unsafe dams managed by the PFBC.
The Minsi Lake dam in Upper Mt. Bethel Township is classified as a “high hazard unsafe” dam by the Pennsylvania Code, where significant infrastructure damage and loss of life are likely if an uncontrolled breach were to occur. As a high-hazard dam with limited spillway capacity and significant structural issues, Minsi Lake was placed on the PFBC’s top priority list of dams for rehabilitation. October 6NCC to Hold Annual Peace and Justice Conference
Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its seventh annual Peace and Justice Conference, on Thursday, October 6, on its Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. The keynote address, “Challenging the Culture of Cruelty: Understanding and Defeating Race and Class Inequality in America,” which is also the Cohen lecture, will be given by Tim Wise, one of the most prominent anti-racist writers and educators in the United States, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall. He is the author of seven books, including the highly acclaimed memoir White Like Me: Reflections on Race by a Privileged Son. Copies of Wise’s new book, Under the Affluence: Shaming the Poor, Praising the Rich and Sacrificing the Future of America, will be available at the College bookstore as well as on reserve at the NCC Library. Other events of the conference will include: Community Expo, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Lipkin Theatre lobby The Apple, a play performed by NCC theatre students, Lipkin Theatre “Racism and Anti-Racism in America,” a panel discussion, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., Room 220, College Center. Panelists will include Tim Wise; Dr. Denise Francois-Seeny, dean of NCC business and technology division; NCC Professor Kamau Kenyatta; and Dr, Karen Gaffney, Raritan Valley Community College. Screening of the documentary Human, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., Room 220, College Center. Art by NCC art and political science students will be on display in the Lipkin Theatre lobby. The conference is free and open to the public. For more information go to www.northampton.edu or call 610-861-5300. Bridges of Hope Program Being Offered at Prince of Peace Church
Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church and East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will be presenting “Bridges of Hope,” on Thursday, October 6, at 7:00 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church in Johnsonville. Bridges of Hope is a new program developed by the FaithNet Advisory Board of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and is designed to promote a deeper awareness of mental health issues within faith communities. This presentation is being offered for all religious beliefs. It also recognizes the expression by the majority of those affected by mental illness of the importance of the role of their spirituality in their ability to cope with having one of these illnesses themselves or in caring for an ill friend or family member. Individuals, family members, and representatives of all faith communities are invited to participate. This free program will be facilitated by Rev. Michael Scholtes and Rev. Dave Goss. The presentation will last approximately one hour and be followed by a time of refreshments and fellowship. The church is located at 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, PA. For more information, contact Rev. Dave Goss at 610-588-4453. at the Drylands UCC Church at 4415 Newburg Rd., Nazareth at 7:00 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. Please call President Joe DiGerlando 610-759-7239 for more information. October 8Dansbury Depot Fall Festival A Call to All Crafters, Vendors, and Good Cooks! East Stroudsburg, PA
They are planning their Fall Festival at Historic Dansbury Depot, at 5 S. Kistler St., East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 on Saturday Oct. 8th. They are looking for all types of crafters, homemade baked or cooked items, vendors, and etc. 10x10 spaces are $25.00. Note that this is an outdoors event so you will have to plan accordingly. You must supply your own tables, chairs, and canopy. Please email scole@ptd.net for details and registration form. Bangor Athletic HOF and 1885 Club Inductees The Bangor Area High School Alumni Association is proud to announce the 2016 “1885 Club” and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees.
The “1885 Club” inductees are Sharon K. Basso – 1979, Andrew S. Beck – 1988, Juli H. Herring – 1988, J. Michael Shanahan – 1961 (deceased), and Janet M. Haddad – Distinguished Educator. The Athletic Hall of Fame inductees are Terry L. Brodt – 1963 (deceased), Ashley Capozzolo LaBar – 2006, Kyle P. Mabus – 1987, Peter D. Nell (Contributor), Jonathan D. Stonewall – 1992, and the 1997 Football Team (Team of Distinction.) A banquet will be held in their honor on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at the Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 at 120 Broadway, Bangor, PA 18013. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and proceedings will begin at 4:30 PM. The public is invited, but reservations are limited. Price: $25 per adult, $6 per child age 6 – 12. Ages 5 and under are free. To make reservations, call Kay Nell at 610-588-5975 or print a reservation form by visiting our website at www.SlaterAlums.com. The deadline for reservations is Friday, September 23. Prior to the banquet, plaques will be unveiled by the “1885 Club” at 2:30 PM at the high school. All are welcome. Lukie's Fall Festival Lukie's Fall Festival will be held Saturday October 8 at Weona Park in Pen Argyl starting at 11:00am..
Quiet Valley’s 42nd Annual Harvest Festival Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm celebrates their 42nd Annual Harvest Festival on October 8th and 9th, 2016 from 10am to 5pm both days. This year’s theme is “19th Century Tools, Technology & Trends”. When was hand spinning phased out in favor of the new, affordable fabrics available at the mercantile? What new, time saving kitchen gadgets were invented in the 1800s? What new advancements were shown at the 1893 World’s Fair? What were the biggest changes happening in the United States during this period? How did electricity, the telegraph and telephone affect the average person living on farms? We will showcase progress in farming in the 19th century with some of the equipment in Quiet Valley’s collection. This theme will let us explore some of the amazing innovations and improvements that took place during this incredible period in time.
In addition to demonstrations and displays dealing with the theme, there will be plenty of traditional skills and heritage crafts demonstrated such as spinning, weaving, broom making, scrapple making, apple butter making, basket making, candle making. There will also be plenty of folk entertainment, good country food, children’s activities, pumpkin decorating, a quilt raffle, horse drawn wagon rides, outdoor brick bake oven and much more. See the New Jersey Frontier Guard as they portray French and Indian War soldiers. Explore the Civil War Encampment where the 142nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Co. G Re-enactors will portray the drill and everyday life of soldiers during this important time for our nation. Visitors will enjoy this special glimpse into local history. Children will enjoy a variety of activities such as pumpkin decorating, old fashion games, a hands-on heritage craft/activity area, the one room school presentation and pony rides. Harvest Festival offers visitors of all ages two days of old-fashion fun. All funds raised will help support the mission of our nonprofit, educational organization. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is located 3 miles south of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania off of Business Route 209. This event is held rain or shine. Demonstrations are under tents. Admission is adults $10.00 & ages 3 - 12 $5.00. No pets and no smoking please. The Harvest Festival schedule is subject to change. For more information: 570-992-6161 or www.quietvalley.org October 9Bloom Bangor Fundraising Event Come and participate in a celebration and fundraising event for Bloom Bangor 2:00pm, October 9 at 389 West Factoryville Rd, Bangor. . Bloom is a 2-year recovery program for women.The day will be a blast, complete with a food, games, live entertainment, kids crafts, face painting, and a basket raffle. There will even be an art auction with featured pieces by many local artists. Learn more about the program and how it's changing lives.
Are you a good cook? Prove it by coming out and competing in our chili competition. Cash prize to the winner! Have you lost someone to addiction? Are you proud of someone who is standing strong in their recovery? Decorate a 12x12 fabric square in their honor and bring it along. We will be making a community quilt with the squares. Annual Masonic Motorama at Jacktown See the biggest model car and truck show in the Lehigh Valley presented by Portland Lodge 311 F&AM Sunday, October 9 from 8:00am to 3:00pm. Anything with a motor is included.
Games, fun and lots to do. Roll in in your car,van, truck,suv or big truck. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the music of Black Pearl 7. Refreshments available. Kiddie Peddle Tractor Pull and more. The Lodge is also seeking blood donors at the event. Miller Memorial will at the Motorama with two buses giving the lodge an opportunity to break their record. Contact Shiloh Thomas at 610-392-2613 to book your donation. October 10Trip to Light and SoundThe Slate Belt Young at Heart Club is sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound, in Lancaster, to see "Sampson" The trip is scheduled for Monday, October 10th. The price per person is $105; this includes bus fare, drivers' tip, snacks, show, taxes, gratuities, and early dinner at Shady Maple Restaurant. There are 2 pick up locations: Pen Argyl and Wind Gap. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630."
October 13“Dinner With The Dead” The Slate Belt Heritage Center presents their 5th Annual Ghost Tour entitled “Dinner with The Dead” on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 7:00 PM. Come and hear the spooky stories of noted deceased Slate Belt residents. Advanced ticket purchases of $10.00 can be made at Heard’s Meat Market, 501 South Main Street and Bray’s Newsstand, 36 Broadway, both in Bangor. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. October 15Bangor Octoberfest Food Vendors needed for Octoberfest Saturday, October 15th 4pm-8:30pm and Sunday, October 16th 4pm-8pm Raindate is Monday, October 17th 5pm-8pm
Duplicate foods will not be allowed to be sold. So if a food vendor signs up to sell hotdogs then no other food vendor will be allowed to sell hotdogs. Get your applications and payments in early as it is first come first serve You will not be allowed to sell any kind of drinks or popcorn as the Park Board will be selling those items as a fundraiser. Applications are available through request at bangorparkboard@gmail.com Bangor Park Octoberfest has a train ride through the park to see illuminated jack o lanterns, hayrides, games, food, craft vendors, scarecrow stuffing, pumpkin carving and painting and costume contests. Our Octoberfest has been occurring for over 12 years. If you need more information please email Debbie at bangorparkboard@gmail CASH PRIZES FOR PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST Octoberfest this year will be held at Bangor Memorial Park on Saturday and Sunday, October 15th (4pm to 8:30) and October 16th (4pm to 8pm). Groups are needed to enter in the themed, carved pumpkin display. Maybe you own a business and you have a group of employees that would like to get together to carve some pumpkins to enter in the contest. You can pick whatever theme you would like. There are tons of carving themes on the internet. There have been some interesting themes in the past such as Harry Potter, classic cars, Toy Story, Elvis, Peanuts, etc. Do you play a sport? Maybe your group wants to carve pumpkins to show support for that sport? The only cost to enter is that you have to buy your own pumpkins. A group of themed pumpkins should have at least 6 or more in their display. There will be CASH prizes awarded for the top 3 best group of themed, carved pumpkins. Prizes range from $100 to $25.00. Please call Sherry Haycock at 610-588-6894 to register your group and theme. In addition, our scarecrow making booth is in need of old stockings. Please save your old stockings (any color and size). You can drop them off at the Borough Building or to Sherry Haycock at The Little Corner Cafe. Volunteers are needed to help in all aspects of the event from collecting tickets at booths, running booths, helping to set up and clean up the pumpkin displays and working in the concession stand. For more information or to volunteer contact Debbie Smith at 610-751-7692 or email at bangorparkboard@gmail.com October 24TGAI Fall ClassesOCTOBER 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. |
 
 
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. SEPTEMBER ACTIVITIES
Morning Stretch, Mondays and Thursdays 9:15 A.M. Walking Club, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:30 A.M. Craft & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M. Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M. and Friday Sept, 16, 30, 1:15 P.M. Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M. Painting Class with Instructor, Thursdays, 1:00 P.M. Every day: Cards, Pool, Computers, Internet, Library, and TV Bean Bags, Thursday, September 15, 10:00 A.M. Farkle, Thursday, September 15, 12:15 P.M. Poker Thursday, September 22, 12:30 P.M. All Day Bingo, Friday, September 23, 9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. (please call for information) Craft-Pinecone flower, Thursday, September 29, 10:00 A.M. (registration required) 
Pen Argyl - September 2016
MTD: 0.23 YTD: 30.64 Normal: 4.33
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