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Financial Assistance for College Students

High school seniors interested in receiving financial assistance to help pay for college can now apply for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives’ Scholarship.
Each year the program awards a four-year scholarship to two students preparing for post-secondary education. It is open to graduating high school seniors who are Pennsylvania residents with plans to attend a Pennsylvania college, university or career school as a full-time student.
To qualify, students must have attained a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average in high school. Other factors taken into consideration for the awards are a student’s commitment to community, leadership qualities, extracurricular activities and financial need.
The scholarship program is administered through the Foundation for Enhancing Communities. The application is available through the foundation’s web site here. The application deadline is March 1.
The scholarship is privately funded by individual and corporate donors; no tax or other public funds are used. Scholarships are awarded through an independent panel of judges chosen by the foundation.

Parents, Partners, Loved Ones Program

Parents, Partners, and Loved Ones Program is five-week program that will be held at Recovery Revolution beginning Janaury 22 and running for five weeks from 6-8 pm. Call 610-599-7700 for more info.
This program is designed to held you cope with the devastating impact addiction can have on families. To register or for more info call Recovery Revolution 109 Broadway, Bangor.

Happening Today & Sunday.....

All You Can Eat Breakfast Sunday
Blue Valley Rescue Squad All You Can Eat Breakfast Roseto Legion 143 Garibaldi Ave, Roseto, Pennsylvania 18013 Cost: Adults $9.00. Child 5 to 12 $5.00 Child 4 and under. Free
The Menu: Scrambled eggs, Potatoes, Bacon, Ham, Pork Sausage, Scrapple, Pancakes, French Toast, Toast, Cream Chip Beef, Sausage Gravy, Apple Sauce, Vanilla Pudding, Chocolate Pudding, Fruit Cocktail,Drinks: Coffee, Decaf Coffee, Tea, Apple Juice, Orange Juice, Grape Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Milk, Chocolate Milk, Water.

Eagles Nest Live
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Cat Cam
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Harrisburg Falcon Nest
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Osprey Nest
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The Live-streamed Eagle cam from Hanover Pa. is back for its sixth year. They are currently in their nest-building phase. Eggs are likely to be laid in mid to late February. Incubation time is about 35 days, meaning the eggs would likely hatch some time in late march. Click on the graphic, then click on arrow in the center, and see OTHER VIEWS in lower right. Click on that.

Regular Slate Belt Events This Week......

Friday January 10
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
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday January 11
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

Sunday January 12
Bingo - Immaculate Conception. Doors 11:00am, Bingo 1:00pm
Breakfast - Bushkill Volunteer Fire C. 7:30-12:30.
Fellowship Dinner - Breaking Bread soup kitchen, 4:00pm. Cross Road Baptist, Bangor.
Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open Noon - 10:00am - 2:00pm

Monday January 13
Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. Progressive Jackpot. 7pm
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Bangor Borough Council - Meets Bee Hive Community Center, 7pm
Upper Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets 7:00pm
Slate Belt AARP - Blue Valley Farm Show, 1:30pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Tuesday January 14
Book Discussion - Blue Mountain Library 6:30 pm
Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-12
Roseto Planning Commission - 7:00pm Borough Hall
Pen Argyl Park Board - Meeting, Community Center, 7:00pm.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Full Calendar

Public Service Announcements

PUMP Seeks 'Generous Contributions'

The PUMP food pantry is open to qualifying clients every Monday morning from 10:00 am to 11:30 am and again Monday evening 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Prior to receiving food assistance, clients must register and provide proof of residency. Families are permitted to receive food every two weeks.
Their monthly overhead is $4,000 which is needed to cover rent, electricity etc. To maintain this vital service to the community they are seeking "generous contributions" for additional, much-needed storage space and maintenance.
You may contribute by sending checks to PUMP, Box 69, Portland,PA 18351. You may also contribute by going to their website at pumppantry.com and clicking on the DONATE button.

Home Heating Assistance
LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps individuals and families pay their heating bills through home heating energy assistance grants. It also provides crisis grants to help in the event of an emergency or if a resident is in danger of losing his or her heat due to broken equipment, lack of fuel or termination of utility service.
The income eligibility guidelines for LIHEAP are set at 150% of the federal poverty income level. For example, the income limit for an individual is $18,735; for a couple, the limit is $25,365; and for a family of four, it is $38,625.
Residents may apply for LIHEAP online or by contacting the County Assistance Office in their county of residence.
Click here for additional information.

Support Group For Vets & First Responders
A new confidential support group for veterans and first responders is available at A Clean Slate on the corner of Broadway and First St. (Rt. 191) in Bangor.
The group meets the third Monday of the month from 7pm to 8pm. It is free.
A professional counselor will facilitate the group. All are welcome. No sign-up is needed. Call 610-452-9348 for more info.

Weona Calendars Available
After many months of hard work, the 100th Anniversary of Weona Park 2020 Calendar is completed. Put together by Walter Cole, former History teacher at Pen Argyl High School and member of the Slate Belt Heritage Center, it features pictures, past and present, of the park and events that took place there, as well as in early Pen Argyl.
This Limited-Edition Calendar is now available to purchase at a cost of $15.00, cash or check only. Checks should be made payable to “Pen Argyl Borough”. The Calendar is on display at the Blue Mt. Community Library, 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl. To purchase or for more information, call Walt Cole at 610-863-6472.

Snowshoes and Hiking Poles Available
Snowshoes and Hiking Poles are available at Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth every Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg’s trails this winter! Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, usually at least six inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification.
For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check our website for current winter conditions and snow depth: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/WinterReport/Pages/default.aspx
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.

Struggling With Substances?
People struggling with substances can now walk in for drug and alcohol assessments at the Clean Slate Bangor, 100 South First Street St, Bangor 610-452-9348 Mondays from 10am - 12pm Many times this is the first step toward treatment and a new life.

BYM Meals at First UMC Wind Gap
Come for 100's of pizza crusts, along with peppers, Kind Bars, popcorn, and wheat crackers for the the community. Just come out to any BYM meal on Thursday nights 6-8 pm or even pick up some pantry items after worship on any Sunday 10AM..... First UMC 19 W. West St Wind Gap Pastor John Vidal.....570 426-0645.

Help Track Bald Eagle Population

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking for the public’s help to track the state’s growing bald eagle population. After reaching a low of just three nesting bald eagle pairs in the Commonwealth in the early 1980s, officials now estimate there are more than 300 nesting pairs here.
While bald eagles are no longer listed as a threatened species in Pennsylvania, they are still protected by the U.S. Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, which prohibits taking of the birds, nests or eggs. If you spot a bald eagle nest, please use proper etiquette to avoid disturbing the birds.
To review bald eagle nest guidelines, or to report your nest sighting to the game commission, click here. 

Donations for St. John's Cemetery
Donations for St. John's Cemetery in Bangor are being accepted for maintenance. You can mail them to St. John's Cemetery c/o Carol Hummel, 136 Messinger Street, Bangor, Pa 18013.

"Weona 100" Requests
Pen Argyl Borough requests volunteers, personal stories from Community for “Weona 100.” A joint committee of borough officials and residents are planning a weekend of “Weona 100” festivities and activities on June 19-20, 2020. For more information about the Weona Park 100th Anniversary plans, contact Roberta Cowley at 484-695-2994 or email Weona100@gmail.com.

Heritage Center Monthly Schedule
2020: Sundays: January 19th @ 2:00 PM: “Slate Folk Art by John Reinhart. February 9th @ 2:00 PM: “Sheep to Shawl” by Hope Horn. March 8th @ 2:00 PM: “Leopold Conservation Farming Award” by Richard DiFebo.
Thursdays: April 9th @ 7:00 PM: “Textile Book Reveal & Signing” by Committee. May 14th @ 7:00 PM: “Garment – Textile Book Process” by Committee. June 18th @ 7:00 PM: Preservation Awards by Karen Brewer. July 9th @ 7:00 PM: 100th “Anniversary of Weona Park” by Walter Cole. August 13th @ 7:00 PM: “Anniversary of V-J Day” by Russ Stout. September 19th @ 7:00 PM: “1936 Slate Centennial Parade Video”. October 8th @ 7:00 PM: Haunted Heritage Program
Sundays: November 8th @ 2:00 PM: “Pearl Harbor Remembered” by Jim Paynter. December 13th @ 2:00 PM: “Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” by Marc Blau

Shannon Louszka sings the national anthem prior to the Bangor - Palisades girls basketball game Tuesday evening. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory

Veterans Assistance Days

Senator Mario Scavello (R-40) and the American Legion will be holding Veterans Assistance Days this month at his district offices in Northampton and Monroe counties.
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a service officer with the American Legion Pennsylvania Department will be on site to assist veterans with issues including: compensation and pension claims, education benefits, enrollment in the VA health care system, burial and survivor benefits, state benefits, and obtaining military personnel and medical records.
Veterans do not need to be a member of the American Legion to receive these services.
On January 14, the Veterans Assistance Day will be held at the senator’s Monroe County district office, 2398 Route 611, Suite 201, in Scotrun. This service is offered at Scotrun on the second Tuesday of each month. Call 570-620-4326 to schedule an appointment.
On January 15, the Veterans Assistance Day will be held at the Northampton County district office, 2 N. Robinson Avenue in Pen Argyl. The service is offered on the third Wednesday of each month at this office. Call 610-863-1200 to make an appointment

Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot Winners

These are the winners from the recent Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot held at Washington Township Elementary School on January 4.

8 and 9 Girls-Rylee Geffers
8 and 9 Boys-Dillon Miskowski
10 and 11 Boys-Hayden Stout
12 and 13 Girls-Brooke Bond
12 and 13 Boys-Kamel Crockett

These five winners will advance to the Northeast District Hoop Shoot on January 18th at Columbia-Montour Vo-Tech High School in Bloomsburg.

Don’t Forget to License Your Dog for 2020

The Department of Agriculture is reminding dog owners to be sure they get a license for 2020.
All dogs three months of age and older are required to be licensed. The fee for an annual dog license is $6.50, or $8.50 if the animal is not spayed or neutered.
Lifetime licenses are available for dogs that have permanent identification such as a microchip or tattoo. Discounts are available for qualifying older adults and persons with disabilities.
Licensing dollars support the work of the Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement, which inspects Pennsylvania’s kennels and ensures the health and well-being of the dogs that spend their lives there; investigates and prosecutes illegal kennels and bad actors; protects the public by monitoring PA’s dangerous dogs and investigating dog bites; and reunites licensed lost dogs with their families and helps unlicensed lost dogs find shelter.
Pennsylvania dog licenses are available for purchase through Pennsylvania’s county treasurers. To ensure you’re purchasing a legitimate license and not being scammed, skip the search engine and type licenseyourdogpa.pa.gov into your browser’s address bar find your county treasurer’s information.

Webinar Series Will Help Landowners Care for Their Woods

Do you have woods in your backyard and wonder what you can do to conserve them and help the environment?
PennState Extension is offering the Woods in Your Backyard webinar series for landowners with 10 acres or less to teach them about land stewardship through nine live, one-hour, online evening lectures that can be viewed on your home computer.
Topics to be covered in the webinars include:

Woods and healthy watersheds
Tree and shrub identification
Providing and enhancing wildlife habitat
Forest ecology and soils
Invasive plant identification and control
Converting open land to meadows and woods
Providing edible fruits and nuts and other ways to diversity your woods

The webinars run from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday nights for nine weeks beginning Wednesday, January 29, 2020.
All lectures are recorded and can be viewed later if a live session is missed. The registration deadline is Saturday, January 18, 2020.
To learn more and register, visit the Penn State Extension website.

Recently, Roseto Rod and Gun Club presented Columbia Fire Co No. 1 in Roseto with a donation of $2,000 which will be used to upgrade and maintain Fire Co. equipment. Gun Club Treasurer Randy Ott said that the Fire Company has always been there to support and help out the Gun Club, and they're happy to make a donation. Fire Chief Michael Goffredo and President Robert Goffredo accepted the donation on behalf of the Fire Company and thanked them for their generosity. (L-R) Michael Goffredo, Fire Chief Columbia Fire Co. No. 1; Rick Ostrander, President Roseto Rod and Gun Club; Robert Goffredo, President Columbia Fire Co No. 1 and Randy Ott, Treasurer Roseto Rod and Gun Club.

Realty Transfer Tax Exemption Available
to Preserved Farm Owners

Owners of Pennsylvania’s more than 5,600 preserved farm owners are now eligible to apply for a new realty transfer tax exemption through the Department of Agriculture.
The exemption is available to owners of preserved farms who transfer a farm to a qualified beginner farmer. The goal of the measure is to help carry on the state’s strong agricultural traditions.
Under the law, a qualified beginning farmer is one who has demonstrated experience in the industry or a related field with transferable skills; has not received federal gross income from agriculture production for more than 10 years; intends to engage in agricultural production in Pennsylvania; and has obtained written certification, as a result of an application, from the Department of Agriculture confirming his or her qualified beginning farmer status.
To apply for certification as a beginning farmer, click here.

Dressing for Winter Outdoors

There are several layers of clothing that should be worn when recreating in winter:

The base layer is meant to wick moisture away from your skin. During the winter season, most people wear long underwear made from materials that wick moisture and dry quickly, such as polypropylene, polyester, silk, or merino wool.
The middle layer is what helps to retain your body heat. It should help keep you warm, but not provide a lot of extra bulk. A lot of people may wear a long sleeved-shirt, or a button up shirt that can be easily removed.
The insulating layer is worn over the middle layer and is to be worn in very cold conditions. Good options include fleece, hoodies, sweaters.
The outer layer is your jacket which should protect you from wind and rain. This layer should fit comfortably over the other layers and not restrict your movement.

Even if you don’t wear all of the layers when you first head outdoors, you should take them all with you in case you need them.
It’s also very important to protect your extremities. In the winter, you can lose body heat through your head, so wearing a winter hat or beanie that wicks moisture away and dries quickly is a must.
In windy conditions, wearing a scarf or face mask can help protect your neck and face.
Warm gloves also are critical. Look for insulated mittens and gloves, or you can look for glove liners to wear in addition to your winter gloves.
And lastly, keeping your feet warm and preventing frostbite in your toes can be done with proper footwear and socks. The key is to keep your feet warm and dry, so look for waterproof, insulated boots, and moisture-wicking socks.
There are many ways you can keep your feet warm and protected, including wearing a double layer of socks (light moisture wicking sock and an outer layer sock) or grabbing some toe warmers to insert into your boot.
By dressing appropriately and taking the steps to be prepared, you can enjoy the outdoors comfortably and safely in the winter.

Before Going Outdoors Plan Ahead

Before you head out for some winter fun, be sure to plan your adventure ahead of time; tell someone where you are going and your expected time of return; and bring along other helpful gear for you to be prepared in case of an emergency.
Always check the weather forecast for the area where you are heading. For economic, logistic, and environmental reasons, many state forest roads and drivable trails receive no winter maintenance and are considered “travel at own risk.”
Visitors to state forests must use extreme caution; and are reminded that many state forest roads have limited or no cell phone service

Great Backyard Bird Count & Winter Bird Walk

Great Backyard Bird Count & Winter Bird Walk will be Hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 10 AM – 11:30 AM Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center
891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl.
The annual winter backyard bird count walk will be a fun outdoor adventure for all ages! Together, they will count birds and report them to the Great Backyard Bird Count. Bring your winter clothes, good walking shoes (or boots - they might have snow by then!) and your camera! This walk leaves promptly at 10am from the education center.
To register, contact Adrienne Fors (afors1@wm.com) or leave a message with our community line 1-888-373-2917.
*please watch post for bad weather event. We may reschedule*

Slate Belt Senior Center Celebrates Christmas

Linda Hill (L) is showing sheer determination in the frozen turkey bowling game held on December 20 at the Slate Belt Senior Center. One hundred and one seniors were treated to a catered Christmas dinner, games and dancing to the music of Jim Hummell. They also participated in celebrating the 95th birthday of Sylvia Molmar (R)

PEN ARGYL AREA HIGH SCHOOL - 2019-2020
FIRST HONOR ROLL - FIRST MARKING PERIOD

GRADE 12- Maria Basmas, Anthony Coppolella, Austin Crump, Alexis Dauley, Jillian DiAngelo, Allison Dudas, David Eibeck, Briana Fehnel, Megan Guthrie, Lucas Hahn, Madisyn Hatesaul, Kirsten Hendershot, Jaclyn Henrikson, Derek, Herfurth, Hannah Hine, Aifer Hodzhova, Busra Kara, Kamelia Kichline, Jacob Kunsman, Molly Kutz, Brooke LaBarre, Megan Lilly, Emma Lohman, Aidan McMahon, Gwendolyn “Draven” Morales, Ashleigh Mulroy, Chloe Mutchler, Daniel Oakley, Noelle Vargo, Cory Woolf

GRADE 11- Jared Albanese, Madison Billheimer, Cassandra Blasi, Aaron Calario, Jayson Corsetti, Mariela Dacheva, Kaden Fox, Michael Freda, Makenna Gill, Morgan Haros, Shelby Hauff, Katya Hoover, Jenna Horn, Katelyn Jiorle, Emily Johnson, Tristan Jones, Reese Karp, Emilee Katz, Elisabeth Kondisko, David LaBarre, Bree Lutz, Stella McCarthy, Ethan McCauley, Trent Miller, Elizabeth Minnich, Allyson Morcombe, Zachary Morro, Danielle Muyulema, Ariea O’Krepka, Delaney Porter, Chloe Sisson, Tyler Taylor, Madison Tyminski, Mikayla Velasquez, Erica Weaver, Katelyn Wilson, Jessica Zeiner

GRADE 10- Kayleigh Achenbach, Jonathon Ash, Emily Atwell, Dominic Baio, Rusanka Bashova, Mackenzie Billheimer, Frederick Blasi, Shanna Bobroy, Hannah Bonanducci, Jasmine Borger, Elise Dailey, Joseph DiAngelo, Acelynn Diaz, Liam Doney, Matthew Dunwell, Avery Edmonds, Rose Falletta, Kaley Fallos, Haley Flyte, Sevin Gegova, Janine Haros, Makiah Hatesaul, Daniel Hayes, Kayla Holley, Sophia Ianni, Bailey Jones, Hudson Kerzner, Isabella Kindrew, Kendall Lobb, Kennady Lorrah-Pfeifer, Michael Mack, Aiden Mains, Faith Morcombe, Maddison Moser, Kimberly Mountain, Sarah Pezzino, Morgan Rissmiller, Graham Rose, Cassidi Rutt, Alexa Scott, Madison Scott, Ethan Shotwell, Tagan Steward, McKenna Straub, Gabriella Valente, John Vanic, Marcus Vargo, Ann Weaver, Arica Wieder, Abigail Wilgus, Michelle Yu

GRADE 9- Austin Achenbach, Emma Albanese, Grace Bankowski, Nicholas Basmas, Mason Beers, Hayley Buskirk, Mason Caesar, Aiden Compton, Michael Culver, Ryan DeBellis, Elizabeth Dos Santos, Paige Edelman, Zoee Edmonds, Elaina Eibeck, Cassie Fisher, Alejandro Fontanez, Aryn Gipp, Gian Greggo, Jacob Guthrie, Alaina Hall, Jacob Hauff, Rylee Hege, Kamryn Heimbach, Christian Hershey, Kyree Jones, Kristoffer Kessler, Holly Larsen, Byrsten Lerch, Nicholas Liero, Benjamin Lochie, Adrianna Moore, Nicole Morris, Brook Muth, Matthew Oakley, Zoraya Page, Eli Pavan, Angelina Petrucelli, Alex Predmore, Matthew Rissmiller, Sawyer Smith, Elizabeth Stopfer, Kira Thompson, Braeden Tomsa, Georgiy Topa, Ella Wagner, Kylie Wedge, Alyssa Williams. COMPLETE HONOR ROLL

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January 13
AARP Meeting
The Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will hold its January meeting on the 13th at the Senior Center at 1pm. If the Center is closed due to inclement weather, meeting will be cancelled also. Everyone is welcome to attend.

January 14
Glass Mosaic
Join Bloom for another workshop in glass mosaic. The workshop will be done in 2 sessions - Tuesday, January 14th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Choices are an 8x10 Cardinal, a 10x10 Moonlit Tree, a 12x12 Sea Turtle, a 12x12 flower or create your own simple design on a 8x10, 10x10 or 12x12 board (they can provide some guidance for a simple project). All supplies and guided instruction included. We allow up to 5 hours to complete the project. This workshop is suitable for participants 14 and older.  Seating is limited - so make sure to register early!! REGISTER HERE

January 17
Family Night
Bring your family along to Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center from 6:30pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, January 17 for a craft activity and movie night. We’ll be screening "Magic of the Snowy Owl". Learn about the intelligent and charming Snowy Owl and how it survives in its bleak Arctic home. Craft time starts at 6:30pm and the movie starts promptly at 7:00pm. Registration is required as supplies and seating are limited. You may preview the film online: http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/magic-of-the-snowy-owl-introduction/7833/

January 18
Live Bid Fur Auction
Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083), January 18th, 2020. Doors open at 8am, auction starts at 9am. PTA membership and furtaker's license required. Contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.

U.S. Constitution's Meaning
On Saturday, January 18 at Bangor Library from noon to 1:00 pm, Upper Mount Bethel Township Supervisor, John H. Bermingham will present a program for youth in grades 5 to 8. The program is called "What the United States Constitution Means Today".

Annual Winter Bird Count
On Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 8:00am to 4:00pm, spend the day counting birds at Jacobsburg and other places within a 5-mile radius of the Visitor Center. Participants should dress for the weather and bring binoculars, warm beverages and a lunch. Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/

Pallet Painting
Join Karin at Bloom Creative Studio on Saturday, January 18th @ 4 PM to create a beautiful Pine Cone Pallet painting. Cost of $25 includes all materials and instruction. Grab some friends and make an afternoon of it!
REGISTER HERE

January 20
MLK Carnival at BMCL
On Monday, January 20, 2020, the Blue Mountain Community Library will be celebrating Martin Luther King, JR Day with an INDOOR CARNIVAL for children ages 3-8 years old.
The fun begins at 12:30 pm and lasts until 2:00 pm at the Library and includes Story Time – Crafts – Activities – Prizes and therapy dog “QUINCY” will be there.
All children, accompanied by an adult, are welcome to come and Join the Fun!! In keeping with MLK’s message of Service and Giving, our volunteers will be Giving their time to Serve our community.
  If you are able, please bring a non-perishable food item, which will be given to the Food Mission at St. Elizabeth’s Church. The BMCL is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.

January 21
Glass Mosaic
Join Bloom for another workshop in glass mosaic. The workshop will be done in 2 sessions - Tuesday, January 21st - 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Choices are an 8x10 Cardinal, a 10x10 Moonlit Tree, a 12x12 Sea Turtle, a 12x12 flower or create your own simple design on a 8x10, 10x10 or 12x12 board (they can provide some guidance for a simple project). All supplies and guided instruction included. We allow up to 5 hours to complete the project. This workshop is suitable for participants 14 and older.  Seating is limited - so make sure to register early!!
REGISTER HERE

January 24
Bangor Lip Sync Contest
The Bangor Area High School Lip Sync contest postponed from earlier has been rescheduled for 7:30pm Friday January 24 at the M.Craig Paine Performing Arts theater at the school.

January 25
Eagle Watching
Come to Jacobsburg on Saturday, January 25 from 8:00am to 4:00pm and venture into the Delaware Water Gap in search of Bald Eagles, one of the best areas in the east to view these magnificent birds. There is also a chance that we might see a Golden Eagle or Peregrine Falcon. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather, bring a lunch and binoculars. There will be a stop for coffee and snacks along the way. Registration is required.You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/

Birch Heart Pallet
Join Karin on Saturday, January 25th at 4 PM to create a Birch Heart Pallet just in time for Valentine’s Day!! Cost of $25.00 includes all materials and instruction. Every purchase made at Bloom is made with a purpose! You help a woman rebuild her life when you choose Bloom!

February 1
History of Snowshoeing
Learn how to snowshoe while learning the history of these helpful winter tools at Jacobsburg on Saturday, February 1 from 8:30am to 10:00am. If we don’t get any snow, we’ll focus on using trekking poles and hike in our boots. The hike will be about two miles, bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your weight range when registering; this is to determine what size snowshoe you will need. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/

February 7
Tracking Workshop
Friday, February 7, 2020 at 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Winter is a good time to observe animals and study their tracks. At Jacobsburg on Friday, February 7 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm you can learn how animals walk and how to identify them based on their foot shape. We'll spend the evening inside getting messy by making plaster casts. Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/

February 8
Animal Tracks & Signs
Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 10:00am to 11:30am.  Could you tell if a bobcat was in the area? An owl? Take a walk through Jacobsburg in search of animal tracks and signs. Participants should dress for the weather and wear comfortable hiking shoes. If there’s snow, we’ll take the walk in snowshoes! Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/

Winter Insects
Did you know that you can find insects in winter? Join us on Saturday, February 8 from 1 to 2:30pm as we explore the Bushkill Creek in search of insects that are able to survive in cold, icy creeks during the winter months. Participants should dress for the weather. Boots and equipment will be provided. Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/

February 16
Bird Count and Bird Walk
Great Backyard Bird Count & Winter Bird Walk will be Hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 10 AM – 11:30 AM Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center
891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl.
The annual winter backyard bird count walk will be a fun outdoor adventure for all ages! Together, they will count birds and report them to the Great Backyard Bird Count. Bring your winter clothes, good walking shoes (or boots - they might have snow by then!) and your camera! This walk leaves promptly at 10am from the education center.
To register, contact Adrienne Fors (afors1@wm.com) or leave a message with our community line 1-888-373-2917.
*please watch post for bad weather event. We may reschedule*

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Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
Bangor, PA.
610-588-1224
8:00 AM-3:30 PM
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
Bangor, Pa., Phone 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 AM-3:30 PM
Meals are served at 11:30 and must be
reserved by 10:00 AM one day prior
Cancellations must be done as soon as possible.

Bangor Public Library
New Books Jan 2- Jan 8

Adult Fiction
Find Me by Andre Aciman
Courage Rising : April- August 1871 by Ginny Dye
Good Girls Lie by J.T. Ellison
The Wives by Tarryn Fisher
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy
Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid
Adult Non Fiction
Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners: 550 Quick Recipes by Emma Gordon
Dunkirk by Joshua Levine
The Traps Within Medicare by Rick Mortimer
Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners: 600 Recipes
Young Adult Fiction
Daughter of Chaos by Sarah Rees Brennan
Junior Fiction
Bo’s Magical New Friend by Rebecca Elliott
Eva’s Campfire Adventure by Rebecca Elliott
Easy Fiction
Thank You Bear by Greg Foley
Robot Zot by Jon Scieszka
How Do Dinosaurs Say Merry Christmas by Jane Yolen

Financial Assistance for College Students

Parents, Partners, Loved Ones Program

Happening Today & Sunday.....

Eagles Nest Live(Click Below)

Cat Cam(Click Below)

Harrisburg Falcon Nest(Click Below)

Osprey Nest(Click Below)

PUMP Seeks 'Generous Contributions'

Help Track Bald Eagle Population

Veterans Assistance Days

Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot Winners

Don’t Forget to License Your Dog for 2020

Webinar Series Will Help Landowners Care for Their Woods

Realty Transfer Tax Exemption Available to Preserved Farm Owners

Dressing for Winter Outdoors

Before Going Outdoors Plan Ahead

Great Backyard Bird Count & Winter Bird Walk

Slate Belt Senior Center Celebrates Christmas

Bangor Public LibraryNew Books Jan 2- Jan 8

Eagles Nest Live
(Click Below)

Cat Cam
(Click Below)

Harrisburg Falcon Nest
(Click Below)

Osprey Nest
(Click Below)

Realty Transfer Tax Exemption Available
to Preserved Farm Owners

Bangor Public Library
New Books Jan 2- Jan 8