SLATE BELT WEATHER APRIL 29TODAY - Patchy drizzle with a chance of rain before noon, then showers likely, mainly after 2pm. Cloudy, with a high near 54. East wind 5 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. TONIGHT - Showers likely, mainly before 9pm, then patchy drizzle with a chance of rain after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. Light east wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. 
The Bangor Jazz Band held its spring Jazz Concert at the Craig Paine Theater this week. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Julie Poliskiewicz Belt and Beyond
Pen Argyl's Sarah Sampson at bat during the Knights' 4-2 win over Palisades in a game played a Wind Gap Middle School Wednesday. The Knights improved their Colonial League leading record to 11-1. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Healthy Kids Day Saturday, April 30th, Save the Date. The Slate Belt Y, is celebrating Healthy Kids Day with a free community event that will help families find fun through active play and educational opportunities to improve health and well being. Check out our website www.greatervalleyymca.org and follow us on Facebook for more details.
Pen Argyl's Logan Ruppert slides safely during the Knights' 7-4 win over Palisades in a game played in Mike Williams Field at Pen Argyl High School. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Book Review:The Forgotten Room
book by Karen White, Beatriz Williams, and Lauren Willig review by Judy Piper Three well known authors have collaborated to produce this novel which has three women whose stories and lives are intertwined. In 1892, Olive Van Alan, the daughter of an architect, takes on the persona of a maid in the Pratt house to try to find out why her father was not paid for his work. Lucy Jungmann in 1920 becomes a secretary at a law firm who represents the Pratts so she can try to find out if she is a Pratt. Then in 1944, Dr. Kate Schuyler is working in the former Pratt house that has now been converted to a hospital. As she treats a returning soldier, Cooper Ravenel, she realizes she might have a connection to the Pratts. Each chapter represents a period of time in one of the women’s lives. It is a very interesting and enjoyable story. Guys and Gals Tricky Tray The NEPA Community Federal Credit Union Scholastic Foundation is sponsoring a Tricky Tray April 30 to benefit their Educational Award Program. It will be held at the Elk's Lodge, BPOE #319, 260 Washington St., East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. Doors open at 12 noon. Drawing begins at 2:00. Cards are $10 for 20 tickets, $15 for 40. Larger valued item tickets will also be sold.
They have a great variety of items to challenge you. Some include tools, toys, Vera Bradley bags, Iron Pig and Rail Rider tickets, autographed Flyer's puck, gun safe, book baskets, gift cards, Bowie knife with bone handle and sheath, 3 gallon pancake air compressor, artist print, Groner heating/air tune-up, charcoal grills Minuteman Press Canvas picture enlargement, great variety of baskets and much more. More than 75 baskets. Come for a hardy lunch or a snack. Featured will be Dave's Awesome Macaroni and Cheese, Soup, Mark’s Delicious Chili, Baked Goods, and Hot Dogs. Beverages and water will be available at the bar. You need not be present to win. Calls will be made to those not in attendance. For additional information cell Dave Piatt 570-421-3943. 
Pen Argyl's Gabrielle Weaver gets to first base safely during the Knights' 4-2 win over Palisades in a game played a Wind Gap Middle School Wednesday. The Knights improved their Colonial League leading record to 11-1. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Free Bicycling Engraving Event Throughout the year, the Bangor Block Watch conducts meetings and neighborhood canvasses to identify community issues and promote crime prevention. A concern echoed by many residents during the Block Watch canvasses was theft of both children and adult bicycles. In an effort to assist the community and authorities in dealing with this prevalent issue, the Bangor Block Watch will be hosting its annual Operation ID bicycle engraving event on May 14th, at the Bee Hive at 197 Pennsylvania Avenue from 11–2 pm and is free to the public.
Bangor residents are encouraged to bring all of their bicycles to be engraved with a unique identification number. Numbers will be kept in a database and provided to the Bangor Police Department. This will help in identification should the bicycle become stolen or missing. The goal of the Operation ID bicycle engraving event is to aid authorities in identifying and returning missing or stolen bicycles to their rightful owner. The program also aims to serve as a deterrent to potential bike thieves. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/BangorBlockWatch. The Bangor Block Watch holds meetings the first Tuesday of each month at 7 pm at the Heritage Center. Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raiser The Slate Belt Regional Police Association will sponsor a Spaghetti Diner Fund Raiser Saturday, April 30 from 4-7pm at Hope UCC, Wind Gap.
The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for youth 6-12 and under five eat free. The dinner includes spaghetti, meat balls, salad, bread, desserts and choice of drink. A 50/50 drawing will be held at 7:00pm. 
Pen Argyl player slides into home plate, beating the catcher during the Knights' 7-4 win over Palisades in a game played in Mike Williams Field at Pen Argyl High School. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Wheelchair Basketball On April 30th, at 7pm at Bangor High School's Bill Pensyl Gym the first annual wheelchair basketball event will be held. Doors will open at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 for an adult and $3 for a student. All proceeds will go to Slater Family Network and LVCIL.
Pen Argyl Women' Club Fund Raiser The Woman’s Club of Pen Argyl will be hosting a fund raiser at Detzi’s Tavern on Tuesday, May 17th from 4PM until 7PM. Ten percent of the food profits will be donated to support the Club’s scholarship fund which is given to a deserving senior in our area. Participation coupons are available at Detzi’s or from any member of the Pen Argyl Woman’s Club.
April 29Connections for Women - Hopesprings, Market St., Bangor 10am - 1pm.
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45. Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029 Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm Free Family Night Out - Community Presbyterian Church of Mt. Bethel. 6-8pm CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARCat Attacks Postman
BRISTOL, England, (UPI) -- A U.K. man's cat could potentially cost him his mail service as the Royal Mail declared the pet a "potential hazard." Matthew Sampson of Bristol, England shared a photo of a letter that he received from the Royal Mail, which stated that his cat Bella "snatches the mail and put [the postman's] fingers at risk of injury
"I know it's not funny that the post man gets attacked by the cat but I couldn't help but laugh at this," Sampson wrote. The letter also warned that Sampson would be denied mail service if he did not keep the cat restrained or away from the mail slot "at all times" or provide an alternative delivery location within 14 days. Sampson told the BBC that he believed the postman's story, but hadn't himself witnessed that exact behavior. "We've noticed over the last couple of days that the postman is very hesitant at putting the letters in and Bella thinks it's a game that he's trying to play," he said. "I haven't seen her put her paws all the way through but I think it's fair what they're saying - it's just how they're worded the letter." Despite his sympathy for the postman, Sampson stated that he refused to comply with some of the Royal Mail's requests. "As to restraining the cat - I'd no way dare," he said.
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April 29, 1992 - Riots erupted in Los Angeles following the announcement that a jury in Simi Valley, California, had failed to convict four Los Angeles police officers accused in the videotaped beating of an African American man.
Birthday - American publisher William Randolph Hearst (1863-1951) was born in San Francisco. The son of a gold miner, in 1887 he dropped out of Harvard to take control of the failing San Francisco Examiner which his father had purchased. He saved the Examiner. |
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Your Food Might Be Changing
(BPT) - The Federal Government's push for reduced sodium in American foods will likely affect your favorite foods within the next few months. Food manufacturers will be pushed to change their recipes, which will change the taste and texture of many foods made in the U.S. Government officials have indicated that they will be announcing a "voluntary" sodium reduction scheme as early as this summer, although the voluntary aspect of it may be lost on the millions of Americans whose favorite foods will be changing without their consent.
When the Federal Government posted their plans to reduce sodium years ago in the Federal Register, Americans rose up with a resounding, "Hands off our salt!" The public comments on the federal site were overwhelmingly against sodium reduction.
The government's plan has also become contentious with medical researchers who increasingly are presenting scientific evidence that population-wide sodium reduction is unnecessary and/or potentially harmful.
The latest evidence, including a 2014 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, demonstrates that there is a safe "range" of salt consumption that results in a lower risk to the overall population. According to this research, the lower end of this safe range begins around 3,000 mg and extends up to 6,000 mg sodium. Americans consume about 3,400 mg sodium on average - at the lower end of this safe range. But the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Dietary Guidelines recommend a level of 2300 mg a day, a number below the safe range.
Dr. Michael Alderman, editor of the American Journal of Hypertension and former president of the American Society of Hypertension, has repeatedly cited his concern that a population-wide sodium reduction campaign could have unintended consequences. "They want to do an experiment on a whole population without a good control," Alderman says.
The government points to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Dietary Guidelines as the basis for pushing sodium reduction; however the Dietary Guidelines on sodium have been in dispute for years. Critics of the government guidelines remind us that the USDA has been admittedly wrong in the past. Most recently the USDA changed its view on eggs finding that they are part of a healthy diet after 40 years of saying they were bad.
For decades, Americans have also been told that they need to drastically reduce their salt intake. However, latest research indicates, including a report from the Journal of the American Medical Association, low-salt diets can lead to insulin resistance, congestive heart failure, cardiovascular events, iodine deficiency, loss of cognition, low birth weights, and higher rates of death. Studies show dangerous side effects from lowering sodium below 3,000 mg/day.
Critics of the government's sodium reduction plans have encouraged people to sign a petition called Hands Off Our Salt on the White House website and have encouraged people to email Secretary Sylvia Burwell of U.S. Health and Human Services. On the other side, some activist groups have been pushing for the government to force changes to almost every recipe in the U.S. It remains to be seen which voices the government will heed.
When the Federal Government posted their plans to reduce sodium years ago in the Federal Register, Americans rose up with a resounding, "Hands off our salt!" The public comments on the federal site were overwhelmingly against sodium reduction.
The government's plan has also become contentious with medical researchers who increasingly are presenting scientific evidence that population-wide sodium reduction is unnecessary and/or potentially harmful.
The latest evidence, including a 2014 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, demonstrates that there is a safe "range" of salt consumption that results in a lower risk to the overall population. According to this research, the lower end of this safe range begins around 3,000 mg and extends up to 6,000 mg sodium. Americans consume about 3,400 mg sodium on average - at the lower end of this safe range. But the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Dietary Guidelines recommend a level of 2300 mg a day, a number below the safe range.
Dr. Michael Alderman, editor of the American Journal of Hypertension and former president of the American Society of Hypertension, has repeatedly cited his concern that a population-wide sodium reduction campaign could have unintended consequences. "They want to do an experiment on a whole population without a good control," Alderman says.
The government points to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Dietary Guidelines as the basis for pushing sodium reduction; however the Dietary Guidelines on sodium have been in dispute for years. Critics of the government guidelines remind us that the USDA has been admittedly wrong in the past. Most recently the USDA changed its view on eggs finding that they are part of a healthy diet after 40 years of saying they were bad.
For decades, Americans have also been told that they need to drastically reduce their salt intake. However, latest research indicates, including a report from the Journal of the American Medical Association, low-salt diets can lead to insulin resistance, congestive heart failure, cardiovascular events, iodine deficiency, loss of cognition, low birth weights, and higher rates of death. Studies show dangerous side effects from lowering sodium below 3,000 mg/day.
Critics of the government's sodium reduction plans have encouraged people to sign a petition called Hands Off Our Salt on the White House website and have encouraged people to email Secretary Sylvia Burwell of U.S. Health and Human Services. On the other side, some activist groups have been pushing for the government to force changes to almost every recipe in the U.S. It remains to be seen which voices the government will heed.
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TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF APRIL 25
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 (BANGOR)
Between South Main St and Route 191 west lane closed into 2016. Follow detour. East lane (Rt 191 to S. Main) is open.
GRAND CENTRAL ROAD
Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice.
ROUTE 512 (PEN ARGYL)
Between William Street and South Main Street will experience delays and lane restriction April 21 to ?????
BELFAST ROAD (PLAINFIELD TWP)
Between Bangor Road AND Sullivan Trail will experience delays and lane restriction April 25 to April 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
BUSHKILL CENTER ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP)
Between Cherry Hill Road AND Moorestown Road will experience delays and lane restriction April 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
ROUTE 33
Between PA 512 AND Belfast Road will experience delays and lane restriction April 25 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
ROUTE 33
South to US 22 East Ramp will experience delays and lane restriction April 26 from 9:00am
to 2:00pm
PA 611 (UMBT)
Between Slateford Road AND County Line will experience delays and lane restriction April 27-28 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
RICHMOND ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP)
Between Springtown Road and Jacktown Road will experience delays and lane restriction April 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
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 (BANGOR)
Between South Main St and Route 191 west lane closed into 2016. Follow detour. East lane (Rt 191 to S. Main) is open.
GRAND CENTRAL ROAD
Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice.
ROUTE 512 (PEN ARGYL)
Between William Street and South Main Street will experience delays and lane restriction April 21 to ?????
BELFAST ROAD (PLAINFIELD TWP)
Between Bangor Road AND Sullivan Trail will experience delays and lane restriction April 25 to April 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
BUSHKILL CENTER ROAD (BUSHKILL TWP)
Between Cherry Hill Road AND Moorestown Road will experience delays and lane restriction April 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
ROUTE 33
Between PA 512 AND Belfast Road will experience delays and lane restriction April 25 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
ROUTE 33
South to US 22 East Ramp will experience delays and lane restriction April 26 from 9:00am
to 2:00pm
PA 611 (UMBT)
Between Slateford Road AND County Line will experience delays and lane restriction April 27-28 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
RICHMOND ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP)
Between Springtown Road and Jacktown Road will experience delays and lane restriction April 29 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Senior Center Bus Trips
Slate Belt Senior Center is sponsoring a bus trip to the Rainbow Dinner Theater, Lancaster area for the production of "The Perfect Wedding"June 23rd, 9:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. $85.00.They are also sponsoring a bus Trip to Sight & Sound Theater , Lancaster area for the production of Samson, meal at Shady Maples, July 28th, 9:30 A.M.-8:00 P.M., $99.00
BAHS School 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
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
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)
Slate Belt Heritage Center Events Schedule
Thursday, May 12, 7 PM - "The Crystal Laundry" - presented by Harvey Drury
Thursday, June 16, 7 PM - (moved to 3rd Thursday because of high school graduation) - "Slate Belt Heritage Center Preservation Awards Ceremony". Three recipients will be awarded for Architectural, Special Focus, and Initiative achievements.
Thursday, July 14, 7 PM - "History of the Mt. Bethel Inn" (now TK'S). -Presented by Kara Muschock.
Thursday, August 11, 7PM - "Preservation and Restoration of Gravestones" - Presented by John O'Brien who is a member of the Association of Gravestone Studies, an international group dedicated to preserving old cemeteries.
Thursday, September 8, 7 PM - "History and Preservation of Greenwalk Trout Hatchery" - Presented by Jackie and Ty Bartosh. The impact of the fishing industry and its benefits on the environment will be explained.
Thursday, October 13, 7 PM - "Annual Heritage Haunted Tour".
Thursday, November 10, 7 PM - Veterans Program
Sunday, December 11, 2 PM - Carol Alfred on German "Belznichel Santa's"
Thursday, June 16, 7 PM - (moved to 3rd Thursday because of high school graduation) - "Slate Belt Heritage Center Preservation Awards Ceremony". Three recipients will be awarded for Architectural, Special Focus, and Initiative achievements.
Thursday, July 14, 7 PM - "History of the Mt. Bethel Inn" (now TK'S). -Presented by Kara Muschock.
Thursday, August 11, 7PM - "Preservation and Restoration of Gravestones" - Presented by John O'Brien who is a member of the Association of Gravestone Studies, an international group dedicated to preserving old cemeteries.
Thursday, September 8, 7 PM - "History and Preservation of Greenwalk Trout Hatchery" - Presented by Jackie and Ty Bartosh. The impact of the fishing industry and its benefits on the environment will be explained.
Thursday, October 13, 7 PM - "Annual Heritage Haunted Tour".
Thursday, November 10, 7 PM - Veterans Program
Sunday, December 11, 2 PM - Carol Alfred on German "Belznichel Santa's"
Totts Gap Arts Events Schedule
Annual Arts Fair May 1; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo May 1; Free Classes Week May 2; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo June 5; Summer Camps I June 13 - 17; New Adult Classes June 20; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo July 10; Summer Camps II July 11 - 15; Intensives Week July 18 - 22; Scagliola Workshop August 5 - 8; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo & Exhibit August 7; Totts Gap Dance @ COTA September 9; Classes Begin September 12; Mural Dedication Day September 17; Annual Scholarship Dinner November 12; Community Open House December 11
Donate Prom Clothing to BAHS
Donate gently used gowns and male formal wear to Bangor Boutique located in Bangor High School, now collecting gently used formal wear, shoes & jewelry.
Bangor High School Class of 1966 Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1966 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday October 8, 2016 @ the Delaware Water Gap Country Club (Wolf Hollow). Cocktails and Class Picture will be at 6:00 PM with Buffet Dinner to follow @ 7:00 PM. The night before, on October 7, the class will attend the Bangor High School football game and sit as a group. They will then have a get together at Liberty Fire Hall after the game.
In honor of this being the 50th Reunion, the class will be the guests at this years Bangor High School Graduation and will sit as a group. Time and definite date still to be determined.
The class is seeking a current address for the following classmates: Sondra Buskirk Baier, Jacqueline Williams Bartosh, Patricia Pysher Bennett, Robert Mack, Charlene Pasqualino, Linda Repsher Silvius, Linda Meixsell Yeakel, Richard Danner, Glenda Dunk, James, Folk, James LaBarre, Diana Galatioto, Donna Davidson Edwards, David Tieff, Mikael Turner, & Thomas Kittle.
Please contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 or 484-894-5661 with information.
In honor of this being the 50th Reunion, the class will be the guests at this years Bangor High School Graduation and will sit as a group. Time and definite date still to be determined.
The class is seeking a current address for the following classmates: Sondra Buskirk Baier, Jacqueline Williams Bartosh, Patricia Pysher Bennett, Robert Mack, Charlene Pasqualino, Linda Repsher Silvius, Linda Meixsell Yeakel, Richard Danner, Glenda Dunk, James, Folk, James LaBarre, Diana Galatioto, Donna Davidson Edwards, David Tieff, Mikael Turner, & Thomas Kittle.
Please contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 or 484-894-5661 with information.
BHS Class of 1986 Scholarship
A memorial scholarship was established in 1997 by the Bangor Area High School Class of 1986 to honor the memory of deceased classmates. It is named in Gary Moffett's honor because he not only served as Class Treasurer, but he also touched the lives of all who had the privilege to know him. They have since dedicated this memorial scholarship to recognize other classmates who have passed in recent years: David Pritchard, Cherry Oyer Klinger, Frank Lisovich, Melissa Fox Niceforo, and Kelly Cory.
A scholarship award of $500.00 will continue to be presented annually to a member of the graduating senior class at Bangor High School who best exemplifies the qualities which Gary embodied -- leadership, friendship, service, character, and scholastic achievement. The recipient is chosen by Gary's wonderful and loving family, and is announced during Commencement.
Anyone interested in applying for the scholarship should see the guidance counselor at Bangor High School.
A scholarship award of $500.00 will continue to be presented annually to a member of the graduating senior class at Bangor High School who best exemplifies the qualities which Gary embodied -- leadership, friendship, service, character, and scholastic achievement. The recipient is chosen by Gary's wonderful and loving family, and is announced during Commencement.
Anyone interested in applying for the scholarship should see the guidance counselor at Bangor High School.
Families First Scholarships
Families First, Pen Argyl’s family center, will award a $500 Scholarship to a qualifying student from the Pen Argyl School District. The scholarship promotes volunteerism in the community and recognizes the efforts of a teen volunteer.
Criteria for application are:
Families First provides services, programs, resources and 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 additional information, contact Frank W. Jones, Jr., 610-863-3688 or e-mail jones.frank@penargylsd.org
Criteria for application are:
- Has volunteered in community service for at least two years;
- Is a 12th grade student at Pen Argyl High School;
- Has been accepted at a post-secondary institution: college, trade school or technical school.
Families First provides services, programs, resources and 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 additional information, contact Frank W. Jones, Jr., 610-863-3688 or e-mail jones.frank@penargylsd.org
Portland Girl Scout Troop Looking for New Members
The Portland Girl Scout Troop is looking for any interested girls in grades 4th thru 8th that would like to join their troop. The troop members are Juniors and Cadets. If you have a daughter that is younger than 4th grade you may contact the troop leader for more information. Meetings are held at the Portland Borough Hall located at 206 Division Street. Please contact the troop leader Pam at 484-764-2046 or pamelabossert88@gmail.com for more information.
Heritage Center Seeks Volunteers
The Slate Belt Heritage Center is looking for volunteers to assist with the "Second Phase" of its "Homefront Project". Phase !! has begun and biographies of each of the letter writers are being researched. Volunteers will meet on Mondays from 9 AM - 12 Noon. For additional information contact the center via email at SBHC@frontier.com or contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
Stay At Home Moms Group
If you are a stay at home mom in the Slate Belt Area and are looking for events to socialize and build friendships for yourself and your child/children you may be interested in joining this group of moms. The meetings will be held at various local spots and during school hours. For more information go to, www.meetup.com and search for Slate Belt Stay At Home Moms.
Weona Park Yoga
Yoga at the Community Center- Mondays and Thursdays, 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. $10 per session.
Clean Slate Yoga
A Clean Slate is offering a 6 week Yoga Class, Tuesdays from 5-6 pm. First Come First Serve. For details call 610-452-9348.
Salvation Army Camp
The Salvation Army in Pen Argyl has several slots available for overnight Summer Camp in the Poconos. Please call for more information. (610) 863-6677
Musical Instrument Collection Drive
The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor’s elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. We will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child’s life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let’s keep the music coming!
Your donations may be tax deductible.
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Your donations may be tax deductible.
Visit slateralums.com for more information.
April 30
Guys and Gals Tricky Tray The NEPA Community Federal Credit Union Scholastic Foundation is sponsoring a Tricky Tray April 30 to benefit their Educational Award Program. It will be held at the Elk's Lodge, BPOE #319, 260 Washington St., East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. Doors open at 12 noon. Drawing begins at 2:00. Cards are $10 for 20 tickets, $15 for 40. Larger valued item tickets will also be sold.
They have a great variety of items to challenge you. Some include tools, toys, Vera Bradley bags, Iron Pig and Rail Rider tickets, autographed Flyer's puck, gun safe, book baskets, gift cards, Bowie knife with bone handle and sheath, 3 gallon pancake air compressor, artist print, Groner heating/air tune-up, charcoal grills Minuteman Press Canvas picture enlargement, great variety of baskets and much more. More than 75 baskets. Come for a hardy lunch or a snack. Featured will be Dave's Awesome Macaroni and Cheese, Soup, Mark’s Delicious Chili, Baked Goods, and Hot Dogs. Beverages and water will be available at the bar. You need not be present to win. Calls will be made to those not in attendance. For additional information cell Dave Piatt 570-421-3943. Healthy Kids Day Saturday, April 30th, Save the Date. The Slate Belt Y, is celebrating Healthy Kids Day with a free community event that will help families find fun through active play and educational opportunities to improve health and well being. Check out our website www.greatervalleyymca.org and follow us on Facebook for more details.
Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raiser The Slate Belt Regional Police Association will sponsor a Spaghetti Diner Fund Raiser Saturday, April 30 from 4-7pm at Hope UCC, Wind Gap.
The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for youth 6-12 and under five eat free. The dinner includes spaghetti, meat balls, salad, bread, desserts and choice of drink. A 50/50 drawing will be held at 7:00pm. Wheelchair Basketball On April 30th, at 7pm at Bangor High School's Bill Pensyl Gym the first annual wheelchair basketball event will be held. Doors will open at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 for an adult and $3 for a student. All proceeds will go to Slater Family Network and LVCIL.
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May 1
TGAI Arts Fair 2016 Plans are under way for Totts Gap Art Institute's 7th Annual Arts Fair scheduled for 11:00am - 4:00pm Sunday, May 1.
They are currently taking applications for vendors. If you wish to reserve a space, please read and return a Vendor Contract for consideration. There is payment information, and a deadline, so be sure to read all points. We are also selling ad space for our program. You can download an order form to place your ad. This is for everyone- businesses AND parents, grandparents- anyone who would like to get their ad noticed by over 300 guests on the day of our Arts Fair, as well as on our website and Facebook page on the days leading up to the Arts Fair. We have space for everything from full page ads to one-line mentions to recognize your special artist. Free Chicken and Rice DinnerThe East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE Chicken & Rice Dinner with desserts on Sunday, May 1st, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.
East Bangor Pastie Sale The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, May 1st. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, May 3rd, at 3:30 p.m.
Spring Cash Bingo Spring Cash Bingo sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Washington Township Volunteer Fire Company will be held May 1. Doors opens 11am, games begin at 12:30pm.
The cost is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. The kitchen will be open. Call the following for tickets: Shirley Thomas, President 610-863-4603, or. Sandy Wambold Treasurer 610-462-5611. UMBT Recreation Field Hockey Program UMBT Recreation Field Hockey Program will resume in May. UMBT Sports Recreation is proud to team with Adidas for the upcoming 2016 UMBT Recreation Field Hockey Program. The program is open to girls in grades 1 through 6. Each session focuses on fundamental skills, introduction and development as well as game play. The program is held at the Upper Mt. Bethel Community Park. Fee is $45 for first child and $35 for each additional child in the family. More information will be released at a later date. Contact Dr. Scott Duddy with any questions, 610-703-5332 or email study@ptd.net.
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May 2
Weona Park Pool Pals Meeting
Weona Park Pool Pals will hold a meeting Mon. May 2, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. If you are interested in having a community pool in Pen Argyl and want to do it without raising taxes, you share our goal, so please come! www.facebook.com/WeonaPPP
May 5
Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club Meeting
Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its meeting Thursday, May 5, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: “The Route of Columbus” – KB3ALG. Hams and others interested are always welcome. Directions: http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. FMI:www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286.
May 6
Bangor Library Book Sale Sponsored by the Friends of the Bangor Public Library, the will sell over 1, 000 gently used books and like-new books for adults and children at the Bee Hive Community Center, 197 Penna. Ave., Bangor
Dates/Times:
Bangor Womens Club Bake Sale The Bangor Womens Club will hold a bake sale outside Capital Ace Hardware, Capital Plaza, Bangor, PA on Fri May 6 & Sat May 7 beginning at 9 am. Lots of homemade baked goods will be available for sale. Come out to support the club's fundraiser which provides scholarship funds to local students and support for the Bangor Public Library.
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May 7
Designer Bag Tricky Tray
St. John Lutheran Church, Pen Argyl, is holding a designer bag, tricky tray, May 7, 2016, 6:00 pm. Doors open at 5:00. Tickets $20.00 first come first served. No tickets sold at the door. Call Gail DeWitt 610-588-7545.
May 8
East Bangor UMC Mother's Day
On Sunday, May 8th, at the 9:15 a.m. worship service the East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will honor all mothers. There will be a presentation by the Sunday School and a gift will be given to all ladies present. The choir will serve refreshments after the service. Pastor David Goss welcomes the community to attend this special service to celebrate mothers. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.
May 9
Bangor Park Volleyball Program
The Bangor Park Volleyball Program will hold its annual league registration from 7 to 8 PM on Monday, May 9 at Bangor Memorial Park under the pavilion next to the volleyball courts. The league, in existence for over three decades, will include women’s A and B leagues, co-ed league and a men’s league. The B league is less competitive. Team representatives will submit a copy of their team roster and a check for $150 made payable to Bangor Borough. Those who are unable to attend the meeting should contact league director Marc Ennico at 484.819.0898 or BangorParkVolleyball@gmail.com. The deadline to submit payment and roster is Friday, May 20. The women’s leagues will play on Mondays, co-ed league on Tuesdays and men’s league on Thursdays. Games will begin promptly at 7 PM for all leagues.
May 10
Lunch with an Author
Lunch with Karen Katchur, a local author! May 10 at 12 PM at Grace United Methodist Church, 404 E. Mountain Avenue, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. Enjoy soup, sandwich, snack, dessert, and a beverage as Katchur discusses and signs copies of her book, The Secrets of Lake Road. (This book is the June book group selection).
Tickets are just $10 each and on sale from April 8 (at the appraisal and auction event at SBNBC) through May 7 (at the library).
Tickets are just $10 each and on sale from April 8 (at the appraisal and auction event at SBNBC) through May 7 (at the library).
May 11
Garden Club Luncheon The Monroe County Garden Club Annual Spring Luncheon will be held May 11, 2016, 11:30 AM, at Great Bear Golf Club, East Stroudsburg (Marshall's Creek) PA. "Proud as a Peacock and Strutting our Stuff". Proudest Peacock Award, Live Auction, TrickeyTray Raffle, 50/50 Raffle.
Guest speaker is Lori Jacobs, Reiki Master, The Healing Path of Brodheadsvillle. Tickets $30.00. Contact Lisa Gierlich. 732-841-7203. PUBLIC NOTICE You are invited to attend the Township Supervisors Meeting scheduled for 7:00 pm on May 11, 2016 at Washington Township to discuss stormwater and the regulations for the MS-4 program as developed by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). DEP requires that municipalities adhere to specific guidelines for the management of stormwater. Municipalities are now required to obtain an MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) Permit.
As part of this permit, each municipality is required to reduce the amount of pollutants found within the local watershed areas. These improvements include tree plantings, stormwater basin upgrades, and stream bank restoration. The improvements are designed to help reduce the amount of pollutants that reach the local streams, thus creating a healthier environment for the surrounding residents and wildlife. Topics to be discussed include illicit stormwater discharge, how to prevent it and what action to take if you witness anyone polluting our waters; resident responsibilities; construction zone practices; and other storm discharges. May 12Photography Club MeetingThe next meeting of the Slate Belt Photography Club will be held 7:00pm Thursday, May 12, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 4th and Broadway, Bangor, They will have a presentation on Aperture, ISO and Shutter Speeds, given by President Ricky Mensch. All are welcome to join, anyone can join the club at any of their monthly meetings.
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May 14
Bangor PTO Glow Neon 5K Run/Walk The Bangor Elementary PTO will be having their 2nd Annual Glow Slaters Glow Neon 5K/ Fun Run/Walk on May 14th. Participants will go through 5 color stations and be splattered with color dust.
Free Bicycling Engraving Event Throughout the year, the Bangor Block Watch conducts meetings and neighborhood canvasses to identify community issues and promote crime prevention. A concern echoed by many residents during the Block Watch canvasses was theft of both children and adult bicycles. In an effort to assist the community and authorities in dealing with this prevalent issue, the Bangor Block Watch will be hosting its annual Operation ID bicycle engraving event on May 14th, at the Bee Hive at 197 Pennsylvania Avenue from 11–2 pm and is free to the public.
Bangor residents are encouraged to bring all of their bicycles to be engraved with a unique identification number. Numbers will be kept in a database and provided to the Bangor Police Department. This will help in identification should the bicycle become stolen or missing. The goal of the Operation ID bicycle engraving event is to aid authorities in identifying and returning missing or stolen bicycles to their rightful owner. The program also aims to serve as a deterrent to potential bike thieves. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/BangorBlockWatch. The Bangor Block Watch holds meetings the first Tuesday of each month at 7 pm at the Heritage Center. |
May 15
Bangor Borough Farmers Market
The Bangor Borough Farmers Market will begin Sunday, May 15th, from 11-3pm in the LARGE parking lot at the intersection of Main and Market streets in Bangor.
They are looking for VENDORS to sell LOCALLY grown produce, meats ,cheeses and/or handmade goods and products.
For fee schedule and vendor agreement contact HomesWithBrooke@gmail.com or 484-212-1922.
They are looking for VENDORS to sell LOCALLY grown produce, meats ,cheeses and/or handmade goods and products.
For fee schedule and vendor agreement contact HomesWithBrooke@gmail.com or 484-212-1922.
May 17
Pen Argyl Women' Club Fund Raiser
The Woman’s Club of Pen Argyl will be hosting a fund raiser at Detzi’s Tavern on Tuesday, May 17th from 4PM until 7PM. Ten percent of the food profits will be donated to support the Club’s scholarship fund which is given to a deserving senior in our area. Participation coupons are available at Detzi’s or from any member of the Pen Argyl Woman’s Club.
May 20
Relay For Life
The Relay for Life will be held from 4pm May 20 to 4pm Saturday May 21 at Bangor Memorial Park. FMI: www.relayforlife.org/paslatebelt.
May 21
28th Annual Farm Animal Frolic
Stroudsburg (PA) – Quiet Valley’s 28th annual Farm Animal Frolic is May 21 & 22 and May 28 & 29, Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm, Sundays noon to 4 pm. To folks in the 21st century springtime means warmer weather, flowers blooming and the return of robins. It’s time to pack away snow shovels and think about getting the lawn furniture out. In the early 1800s it meant fresh greens became available, a real treat after a bland winter diet. The kitchen garden was planted with such things as peas, onions, beets and carrots. Chickens started laying eggs again and it was also when the animals on the homestead had their babies. At Farm Animal Frolic we celebrate the renewal of life that comes with the season of Spring.
Meet the baby farm animals up close and personal. See kid goats and lambs frolicking about. If you’ve ever wonder where the saying “two shakes of a lamb’s tail” came from you can see the reason for yourself. Chicks will be peeping away and some will be hatching in incubators so visitors can watch them crack out of their shells. There will be a new calf for the children to meet and guests of all ages will laugh at the ducklings as they play in the water.
All the mommies of the babies will be on hand as well, keeping a close watch on their young, so folks will get to meet them, too, and learn something about their role on the farm. Our Clydesdale draft horses, Gunther and Wilhelm, will take you on a wagon ride to the ice harvest pond and back. In the lower part of the barn make sure to say “Howdy” to Janie, our mule, who doesn’t get to pull the wagon and sometimes feels left out. That’s where you will also find the piglets, always a lively bunch.
In addition to the farm animals there are plenty of other fun activities. Twice a day there is a special children's show where youngsters can enjoy puppet shows or storytelling. There are opportunities to play old fashion games, jump in the hay or try the Fish Pond. Our focus area for 2016 is the “Sheep Shed” where folks can learn some sheep lore, card wool, watch spinning or felting, try weaving and make a craft using wool. There will be a “Sheep to Shawl” demonstration Saturday May21.
On Saturday, May 21, throughout most of the day, you can watch as Margaret Quinn shears the wool off of Quiet Valley’s sheep. Kathy Uhler, from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, will present a show on local wildlife on Saturday, May 28 at 11:30 and 1:30. The school marm will offer presentations in the One Room Schoolhouse on both Sundays. The outdoor brick bake oven will be in operation during all four days of the event making homemade bread, hot pretzels and cookies.
There is nothing more lovable than baby animals, and adults, as well as children will get a kick out of a visit to Farm Animal Frolic. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about farms, farm animals and to spend a day in the beautiful outdoors.
Admission is $8.00 for Adults and $5.00 for ages 3 thru 12. Children under 3 years of age are free. Pony Rides and Horse-drawn Wagon Rides are an additional charge and are weather permitting. Refreshments are available. No Smoking or Pets. Frolic is held Rain or Shine. The schedule and prices are subject to change.
All funds raised go to support the mission of the non-profit farm museum.
Meet the baby farm animals up close and personal. See kid goats and lambs frolicking about. If you’ve ever wonder where the saying “two shakes of a lamb’s tail” came from you can see the reason for yourself. Chicks will be peeping away and some will be hatching in incubators so visitors can watch them crack out of their shells. There will be a new calf for the children to meet and guests of all ages will laugh at the ducklings as they play in the water.
All the mommies of the babies will be on hand as well, keeping a close watch on their young, so folks will get to meet them, too, and learn something about their role on the farm. Our Clydesdale draft horses, Gunther and Wilhelm, will take you on a wagon ride to the ice harvest pond and back. In the lower part of the barn make sure to say “Howdy” to Janie, our mule, who doesn’t get to pull the wagon and sometimes feels left out. That’s where you will also find the piglets, always a lively bunch.
In addition to the farm animals there are plenty of other fun activities. Twice a day there is a special children's show where youngsters can enjoy puppet shows or storytelling. There are opportunities to play old fashion games, jump in the hay or try the Fish Pond. Our focus area for 2016 is the “Sheep Shed” where folks can learn some sheep lore, card wool, watch spinning or felting, try weaving and make a craft using wool. There will be a “Sheep to Shawl” demonstration Saturday May21.
On Saturday, May 21, throughout most of the day, you can watch as Margaret Quinn shears the wool off of Quiet Valley’s sheep. Kathy Uhler, from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, will present a show on local wildlife on Saturday, May 28 at 11:30 and 1:30. The school marm will offer presentations in the One Room Schoolhouse on both Sundays. The outdoor brick bake oven will be in operation during all four days of the event making homemade bread, hot pretzels and cookies.
There is nothing more lovable than baby animals, and adults, as well as children will get a kick out of a visit to Farm Animal Frolic. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about farms, farm animals and to spend a day in the beautiful outdoors.
Admission is $8.00 for Adults and $5.00 for ages 3 thru 12. Children under 3 years of age are free. Pony Rides and Horse-drawn Wagon Rides are an additional charge and are weather permitting. Refreshments are available. No Smoking or Pets. Frolic is held Rain or Shine. The schedule and prices are subject to change.
All funds raised go to support the mission of the non-profit farm museum.
May 28
Troop 81 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale
Troop 81 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale will be held May 28 at Community Presbyterian Church, Route 611, Mt Bethel (7am - 4pm)
Calling all Yard Sale Enthusiasts, Crafters and Vendors for the 2nd Annual Girl Scout Troop 81 Community Yard Sale Event. Please reserve your space now for just $10/space, or $15 for two Join them for a day of bargains, lunch and some fantastic bake sale selections.
The girls are raising money for their trip to ALASKA this June and could use your support! Now accepting donations for their yard sale, or book a spot for your own sales! As always, thank you so much for supporting the Girl Scout Troop.
To reserve a spot (or 3!), or to make a donation, please contact Lori Laubach @ 610-597-8483!! All help is welcome.
Calling all Yard Sale Enthusiasts, Crafters and Vendors for the 2nd Annual Girl Scout Troop 81 Community Yard Sale Event. Please reserve your space now for just $10/space, or $15 for two Join them for a day of bargains, lunch and some fantastic bake sale selections.
The girls are raising money for their trip to ALASKA this June and could use your support! Now accepting donations for their yard sale, or book a spot for your own sales! As always, thank you so much for supporting the Girl Scout Troop.
To reserve a spot (or 3!), or to make a donation, please contact Lori Laubach @ 610-597-8483!! All help is welcome.
June 11
Specialty Bingo at Trinity ELC
A Specialty Bingo will be hosted by the women of Trinity Lutheran Church, Fourth and Broadway, Bangor on Saturday, June 11 at 2:00 p.m. The doors will open at 1:00 p.m. Prizes will include Vera Bradley Purses, Coach Purses, Premier Design Jewelry, Yankee Candle Basket, etc. There will also be door prizes and raffles. Tickets are $20 if purchased in advance or $25 at the door. Food will be available for purchase.
Third Annual Lehigh Valley Hopsfest
Bethlehem, PA – With over 110 beers to sample and reps from over 54 different breweries to meet, the Celtic Cultural Alliance’s 3rd Annual Lehigh Valley HopsFest is a magnet for Lehigh Valley beer aficionados. The third annual event will take place at Main and Lehigh Streets (location of the Celtic Classic competition field) in Downtown Bethlehem on Saturday, June 11.
The CCA, host of the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival, has set out to create one of the largest beer tastings in the Lehigh Valley. Lehigh Valley HopsFest brings together hundreds of beer lovers and Celtic enthusiasts alike. Tickets will be on sale at www.celticfest.org.
Lehigh Valley HopsFest doors open at 11:45am for *VIP ticket holders ($75pp) and includes early entry tastings, a souvenir tasting glass, exclusive beer and selection of products for VIP’s only and lunch. (*VIP ticket holders will enjoy special products from: Boston Beer Co., HiJinx, LaQuintas, Newport Storm, Roy-Pitz, River Horse, Weyerbacher, Flying Fish, Stoudts, Two Rivers with more to come).
For General Admission ticket holders ($40) doors open at 1:00pm and includes a sampling cup and 100+ beer products from 55 +breweries to sample. A special Designated Driver ticket is $10.00 and includes entrance with ticket holder, soft drinks, water and snacks.
Given its expansive variety of styles, flavors and components, craft beer is among the most approachable beverages to enjoy. Lehigh Valley HopsFest attendees will have the opportunity to converse with brewery owners and the personalities behind the craft brewed beer being served. Additional food and snacks will be available for purchase throughout the day.
Attendees will enjoy beers from over 55 breweries, hailing from numerous states and representing regions of the country. Attendee must be 21+ with a valid ID to enter. No outside food or drink allowed. No pets allowed.
Lehigh Valley HopsFest attendance supports educational and cultural programming in sustaining CCA’s mission statement to promote and preserve the Celtic culture.
“This fundraiser will help us to continue to bring new and interesting cultural experiences to the community.” We received so many inquiries, that a 3rd Lehigh Valley HopsFest wasn’t even a question,” said Jayne Ann Recker, Executive Director of the Celtic Cultural Alliance. “We believe Lehigh Valley HopsFest is uniquely tailored to fit the Lehigh Valley scene in a way that genuinely speaks to both the city’s love of Celtic Classic and beer culture. We are very, very excited.”
For complete information and tickets, visit www.celticfest.com.
The CCA, host of the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival, has set out to create one of the largest beer tastings in the Lehigh Valley. Lehigh Valley HopsFest brings together hundreds of beer lovers and Celtic enthusiasts alike. Tickets will be on sale at www.celticfest.org.
Lehigh Valley HopsFest doors open at 11:45am for *VIP ticket holders ($75pp) and includes early entry tastings, a souvenir tasting glass, exclusive beer and selection of products for VIP’s only and lunch. (*VIP ticket holders will enjoy special products from: Boston Beer Co., HiJinx, LaQuintas, Newport Storm, Roy-Pitz, River Horse, Weyerbacher, Flying Fish, Stoudts, Two Rivers with more to come).
For General Admission ticket holders ($40) doors open at 1:00pm and includes a sampling cup and 100+ beer products from 55 +breweries to sample. A special Designated Driver ticket is $10.00 and includes entrance with ticket holder, soft drinks, water and snacks.
Given its expansive variety of styles, flavors and components, craft beer is among the most approachable beverages to enjoy. Lehigh Valley HopsFest attendees will have the opportunity to converse with brewery owners and the personalities behind the craft brewed beer being served. Additional food and snacks will be available for purchase throughout the day.
Attendees will enjoy beers from over 55 breweries, hailing from numerous states and representing regions of the country. Attendee must be 21+ with a valid ID to enter. No outside food or drink allowed. No pets allowed.
Lehigh Valley HopsFest attendance supports educational and cultural programming in sustaining CCA’s mission statement to promote and preserve the Celtic culture.
“This fundraiser will help us to continue to bring new and interesting cultural experiences to the community.” We received so many inquiries, that a 3rd Lehigh Valley HopsFest wasn’t even a question,” said Jayne Ann Recker, Executive Director of the Celtic Cultural Alliance. “We believe Lehigh Valley HopsFest is uniquely tailored to fit the Lehigh Valley scene in a way that genuinely speaks to both the city’s love of Celtic Classic and beer culture. We are very, very excited.”
For complete information and tickets, visit www.celticfest.com.
June 23
Pennsylvania Trappers Rendezvous
The District 10 Trappers of Pennsylvania will host the 79th Annual Pennsylvania Trappers Association Rendezvous at the West End Fairgrounds June 23-25 in Gilbert, PA, 570 Fairgrounds Rd. Gilbert, PA 18331 from 8am-6pm daily. Admission $5/day or $10/all 3 days. Camping accommodations available on site. Go to www.patrappers.com for more information or Contact Bob Counterman: 610-759-9203 & Scot Mucha: 610-863-9759
June 27
Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 Golf Tournament
The 16th annual Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 golf tournament that benefits major projects will be held on Monday, June 27, 2016 at Whitetail Golf Club. It is a four-person scramble format with a cost of $85 per golfer. It includes golf, cart, prizes, cookout lunch, and beverages. A hole-in-one is sponsored by Dotta Auto Sales. Please call the Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 at 610-588-3420 to register your foursome or email bangorelks@gmail.com. Deadline is June 20, 2016.
Ask The Doc........
Technology can be wonderful!
by Dr. Gary Williams, DMD
garywilliamsdmd.com
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
garywilliamsdmd.com
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
Slate Belt Senior Center
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
APRIL ACTIVITIES
For Meal Reservations please call by 10:00 one day
prior before the meal. Cancellations must be done
as soon as possible. Lunch is served at 11:30 A.M.
Morning Stretch
Monday Thursday, Friday, 9:15 A.M.
Pool Tables are available every morning and most afternoons
Assembly and Decorating Bird Houses
$5.00. Sign in at front desk
Craft & Chat
Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold
Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists
Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Afternoon with the arts
Thursdays, 12:15-3:30 P.M.
Friday, April 29
Morning Stretch, 9:15 A.M.
Walking Club 9:30 A.M.
For Meal Reservations please call by 10:00 one day
prior before the meal. Cancellations must be done
as soon as possible. Lunch is served at 11:30 A.M.
Morning Stretch
Monday Thursday, Friday, 9:15 A.M.
Pool Tables are available every morning and most afternoons
Assembly and Decorating Bird Houses
$5.00. Sign in at front desk
Craft & Chat
Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold
Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists
Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Afternoon with the arts
Thursdays, 12:15-3:30 P.M.
Friday, April 29
Morning Stretch, 9:15 A.M.
Walking Club 9:30 A.M.
May Activities
and Special Events:
Morning Stretch: Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:15 A.M.
Walking Club: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:30 A.M.
Zumba Gold: Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M. & Fridays, May 6, 13, 27
Craft & Chat: Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Mini exercise: Tuesdays 1:30 P.M. and Thursdays, May 5, 19, 26 1:30 P.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Exercise, Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 A.M.
Medicare Bingo, Tuesday, May 3 & 24, 9:30 A.M.
Bus Trip to the Casino, Tuesday, May 3
AARP Meeting, Monday, May 9, 12:30 P.M.
Day of Pampering (registration required) Thursday, May 12, 1:00-3:00 P.M.
Music by J. .T. Carter, Friday, May 20, 12:30 P.M.
Baseball, Friday, May 27, 10:00 A.M.
1st Annual Coloring Contest, Friday, May 27
(if interested see Joan for picture)
and Special Events:
Morning Stretch: Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:15 A.M.
Walking Club: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:30 A.M.
Zumba Gold: Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M. & Fridays, May 6, 13, 27
Craft & Chat: Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M.
Mini exercise: Tuesdays 1:30 P.M. and Thursdays, May 5, 19, 26 1:30 P.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Exercise, Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 A.M.
Medicare Bingo, Tuesday, May 3 & 24, 9:30 A.M.
Bus Trip to the Casino, Tuesday, May 3
AARP Meeting, Monday, May 9, 12:30 P.M.
Day of Pampering (registration required) Thursday, May 12, 1:00-3:00 P.M.
Music by J. .T. Carter, Friday, May 20, 12:30 P.M.
Baseball, Friday, May 27, 10:00 A.M.
1st Annual Coloring Contest, Friday, May 27
(if interested see Joan for picture)
New Books at
Blue Mt. Community Library
Adult Fiction:
Fool Me Once, Harlan Coben
Blackout, David Rosenfelt
What Was Mine, Helen Klein Ross
The Girl in the Red Coat, Kate Hamer
The Language of Secrets, Ausma Z. Khan
Miller's Valley, Anna Quindlen
At the Edge of the Orchard, Tracy Chevalier
What We Find, Robyn Carr
Noah's Wife, Lindsay Starck
Secrets She Kept, Cathy Gohlke
Leaving Eleanor, Susan Wittig Albert
The Swan's of Fifth Avenue, Melanie Benjamin
The Steel Kiss, Jeffery Deaver
Clawback, J.A. Jance
The Forgetting Time, Sharon Guskin
America's First Daughter, Stephanie Dray
Adult Large Print Fiction:
A Girl's Guide to Moving On, Debbie Macomber
The Spring at Moss Hill, Carla Neggers
The Widow, Fiona Barton
Wedding Cake Murder, Joanne Fluke
Cometh the Hour, Jeffrey Archer
She's Not There, Joy Fielding
After She's Gone, Lisa Jackson
Mermaid Moon, Colleen Coble
Gone Again, James Grippando
Brush of Wings, Karen Kingsbury
The Charm Bracelet, Viola Shipman
As Time Goes By, Mary Higgins Clark
Family Jewels, Stuart Woods
Adult Non-fiction:
Louisa, Louisa Thomas
A Mother's Reckoning - Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy, Sue Klebold
The Underground Girls of Kabul, Jenny Nordberg
Fool Me Once, Harlan Coben
Blackout, David Rosenfelt
What Was Mine, Helen Klein Ross
The Girl in the Red Coat, Kate Hamer
The Language of Secrets, Ausma Z. Khan
Miller's Valley, Anna Quindlen
At the Edge of the Orchard, Tracy Chevalier
What We Find, Robyn Carr
Noah's Wife, Lindsay Starck
Secrets She Kept, Cathy Gohlke
Leaving Eleanor, Susan Wittig Albert
The Swan's of Fifth Avenue, Melanie Benjamin
The Steel Kiss, Jeffery Deaver
Clawback, J.A. Jance
The Forgetting Time, Sharon Guskin
America's First Daughter, Stephanie Dray
Adult Large Print Fiction:
A Girl's Guide to Moving On, Debbie Macomber
The Spring at Moss Hill, Carla Neggers
The Widow, Fiona Barton
Wedding Cake Murder, Joanne Fluke
Cometh the Hour, Jeffrey Archer
She's Not There, Joy Fielding
After She's Gone, Lisa Jackson
Mermaid Moon, Colleen Coble
Gone Again, James Grippando
Brush of Wings, Karen Kingsbury
The Charm Bracelet, Viola Shipman
As Time Goes By, Mary Higgins Clark
Family Jewels, Stuart Woods
Adult Non-fiction:
Louisa, Louisa Thomas
A Mother's Reckoning - Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy, Sue Klebold
The Underground Girls of Kabul, Jenny Nordberg
New Books at
Bangor Public Library
None.
Pen Argyl - April 2016
MTD: 1. 69 YTD: 12.87 Normal: 3.50
|
17 - .00
18 - .00 19 - .00 20 - .00 21 - .00 22 - .00 23 - .01 24 - .00 25 - .00 26 - .39 27 - .00 28 - .00 29 - .00 30 - .00 31 - .00 |
Date |
Amount |
YTD |
Dec. 28 |
.25 |
.25 |
Jan 12 |
.50 |
.75 |
Jan 13 |
.25 |
1.00 |
Jan 23 |
25.00 |
26.00 |
Feb 9 |
1.00 |
27.00. |
Feb 15 |
1.00 |
28.00 |
Feb 23 |
.25 |
28.25 |
April 2 |
.25 |
28.50 |