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New Year Not Always January 1
Monday was time to start fresh, make resolutions and get ready for 2018.
But when you counted down to midnight, Sunday, let's take a moment to question why people around the planet were celebrating the new year at that very moment. It turns out that the new year wasn't always on January 1, and still isn't in some cultures. The ancient Mesopotamians celebrated their 12-day-long New Year's festival of Akitu on the vernal equinox, while the Greeks partied around the the start of winter, on December 21. The Roman historian Censorius, meanwhile, reported that the Egyptians celebrated another lap around the sun on July 20. During the Roman era, March marked the beginning of the calendar. Then, in 46 B.C., Julius Caesar created the Julian calendar, which set the new year when it is celebrated today, Live Science previously reported. But even Julius Caesar couldn't standardize the day. New Year's celebrations continued to drift back and forth in the calendar, even landing on Christmas Day at some points, until Pope Gregory XIII implemented the Gregorian calendar in 1582. The Gregorian calendar was an attempt to make the calendar stop wandering with respect to the seasons. Because the Julian calendar had a few extra leap years than was necessary, by the 1500s, the first day of spring came 10 days earlier. Though the selection of the new year is essentially arbitrary from a planetary perspective, there is one noteworthy astronomical event that occurs around this time: The Earth is closest to the sun in early January, a point known as the perihelion. Nowadays, Jan. 1 is almost universally recognized as the beginning of the new year, though there are a few holdouts: Afghanistan, Ethiopian, Iran, Nepal and Saudi Arabia rely on their own calendrical conventions. Different religions also celebrate their New Year's at different times. For instance, the Jewish calendar is lunar, and its New Year's festival, Rosh Hashanah, is typically celebrated between September and October. The Islamic calendar is also lunar, and the timing of the new year can drift significantly. For instance, in 2008, the Islamic New Year was celebrated on Dec. 29, while it will come on Sept. 22 in 2017. The Chinese calendar, meanwhile, is also lunar, but the Chinese New Year falls between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Originally published on Live Science. Slate Belt Heritage Center Preservation Awards
The Slate Belt Heritage Center, located at 30 Forth 1st Street, Bangor, Pa, is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for its' "Annual Heritage Award". The purpose of the award is to acknowledge individuals who have performed exemplary acts that promote and preserve the culture and heritage of the Slate Belt. Candidates may be an individual or group and can be nominated by themselves or by another party.
There will be three (3) categories: 1. Initiative Award: Applicant who has performed exemplary actions in promoting and preserving the Slate Belt heritage through in-kind actions. This means acts that do not necessarily involve monetary donations but can be unpaid service for a preservation cause. 2. Architectural Award: Applicant who is saving or conserving a historic building, place or artifact where restoration is authentic to preservation. 3. Special Focus Award: Applicant who is saving or conserving tradition or a body of knowledge. That individual who contributes to educational information via exhibits, documentation, internet, archival, etc. Consideration is given to projects with: 1.) A specific start and end date. 2.) Whether the project meets Professionally accepted preservation and/or scholar standards. 3.) Whether the project is considered “complete” with goals and how they were achieved. 4.) Whether the project had a significant impact with before and after photographs for proof of information and/or proof that a historic piece would have been otherwise lost if the nominee had not completed the project. Nominations will be accepted this fall and will be reviewed in January of each year. the awards will be presented at a special program in June. One prize will be awarded with the possibility of one per category depending on committee’s review of candidates. Nominations should include a description of entry, photos (if applicable), and any pertinent documentation. The Heritage Center retains the right to exhibit and/or publish the application materials, including photographs. Applications for those not chosen will be held on file, indefinitely, for future consideration. Interested parties may obtain an application at the Heritage Center (Sundays 1-3), at local municipal offices or by contacting Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. If calling, please leave an address to where applications can be mailed in addition to name and phone number. For additional information contact Karen Brewer. 
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Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Meeting
The Slate Belt Advocacy Group monthly meeting will be held tonight from 7 to 8 pm. They will meet at Bangor Child Care, 420 South 1st Street Bangor, PA 18013. Roseto Ice Rink Opening They say that everything happens for a reason. But what good could come from the exceptionally cold weather we have been experiencing lately? All it does is produce snow, ice and more ice. When you think ice, however, you may wonder when was the last time that you went ice skating outside? If you can't recall or would like to ice skate, the Borough of Roseto has purchased and set up an outdoor ice rink located at the Roseto Ball Park. You can access the rink through the main gate only off of Denisco street. If gate is closed the ice rink is closed. It will open to the general public starting January 5th, weather permitting. It will be open Fridays from 5:00 - 8:00pm, Saturday it will open at 9:00am -12:00 noon for ice hockey and 12:00 noon - 5:00pm for general skating. The rink will also open on Sundays from 1:00 - 5:00pm. Weather permitting, the borough plans to open every weekend. There is no cost to come skate, so sharpen your blades and join us for some old fashioned fun this winter. Veterans Issues Answered In 2018, Dominick Nati, an Army Air Corp pilot who has flown missions out of Fort Indiantown Gap, will be visiting Rep. Joe Emrick's Nazareth district office the first Monday of every month to discuss veterans’ issues with the men and women who serve or have served our country. Since Rep. Emrick's district offices will be closed the first Monday in January (New Year’s Day), Dominick will be stopping by the Nazareth office on Friday, Jan. 5 from 10 am to 2 pm. If you wish to meet with him, please call (570) 897-0401 or (610) 746-5090 to schedule an appointment. His Nazareth office is located in the borough office building at 134 S. Main St. January 3 Regular EventsBingo - Bushkill Fire Co. Doors 5pm. Bingo 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 Gym Nite - 6-8pm, Faith Christian School, Roseto. 610-588-6929 Story Time - Preschool children. Blue Mt. Community Library, Pen Argyl, 10:30am Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-2 LMBT Recreation Board - 7pm, Centerfield building. Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm This is our calendar of regularly scheduled events. If you see any info that is incorrect or want to add a regularly scheduled event please send e-mail to sbtopics@rcn.com.
CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARAttention Veterans
A representative from the Pennsylvania American Legion will visit Rep. Marcia Hahn's district office on Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity to have individual questions answered or check out programs that may be available to the men and women who serve or have served our country. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call the office at (610) 746-2100. Her district office is located at 196 West Moorestown Road, Bushkill Township. You do not need to be an American Legion member to take advantage of this service. Presentation at Slate Belt Heritage Center The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, January 14th @ 2:00 PM. Speaker for the afternoon will be local historian, Pat Dewitsky whose topic will be “The History of Cigar Manufacturing in the Slate Belt and State”. It is a little known fact that there were many local cigar manufacturing plants in the area. Come hear this extremely interesting talk. The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. Entertainment This Week
Spotted Lanternfly Public Meeting
Nazareth, Pa. – The Spotted Lanternfly is an extremely invasive insect that affects gardens and landscape plants as well as important Pennsylvania commodities. This past fall, the quarantine for Spotted Lanternfly expanded to include thirteen counties in southeastern Pennsylvania. Penn State Extension is offering a class for interested individuals to provide the latest information regarding control of the Spotted Lanternfly and what the public can do to help. The event will be held at the Berks County Agricultural Center Auditorium, 1238 County Welfare, Leesport, PA 19533 on Thursday, January 25, 2018, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This event is available to all members of the public and will include updates from Penn State Extension, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, and Berks County Conservation District. This event is open to anyone interested in learning more about the Spotted Lanternfly regardless of home county and quarantine. Bring your questions and join us for discussions on the current status of this invasive insect, information on the quarantine, preparation for insect control in the 2018 season, and how individuals and communities can help stop the spread of this insect. Lunch and handouts are included. There is no cost for this event; however, seating is limited and pre-registration is required by January 18, 2018. Register online by going to this site:https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly-public-meeting If you cannot register online, please call for assistance at 1-877-345-0691 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Questions regarding the January 25, 2018 event can be directed to Amy Korman at amk6396@psu.edu by phone at 610-813-6613. Penn State encourages people with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, call the Northampton County Extension office at 610-813-6613. THIS DAY IN HISTORY - January 3Noriega surrenders to U.S. 1990 On this day in 1990, Panama’s General Manuel Antonio Noriega, after holing up for 10 days at the Vatican embassy in Panama City, surrenders to U.S. military troops to face charges of drug trafficking. Noriega was flown to Miami the following day and crowds of citizens on the streets of Panama City rejoiced. On July 10, 1992, the former dictator was convicted of drug trafficking, money laundering and racketeering and sentenced to 40 years in prison. Noriega, who was born in Panama in 1938, was a loyal soldier to General Omar Torrijos, who seized power in a 1968 coup. Under Torrijos, Noriega headed up the notorious G-2 intelligence service, which harassed and terrorized people who criticized the Torrijos regime. Noriega also became a C.I.A. operative, while at the same time getting rich smuggling drugs. In 1981, Omar Torrijos died in a plane crash and after a two-year power struggle, Noriega emerged as general of Panama’s military forces. He became the country’s de facto leader, fixing presidential elections so he could install his own puppet officials. Noriega’s rule was marked by corruption and violence. He also became a double agent, selling American intelligence secrets to Cuba and Eastern European governments. In 1987, when Panamanians organized protests against Noriega and demanded his ouster, he declared a national emergency, shut down radio stations and newspapers and forced his political enemies into exile.
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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. They 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!
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January 3
Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Meeting
The Slate Belt Advocacy Group monthly meeting will be held Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 7 to 8 pm. They will meet at Bangor Child Care, 420 South 1st Street Bangor, PA 18013
The Slate Belt Advocacy Group monthly meeting will be held Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 7 to 8 pm. They will meet at Bangor Child Care, 420 South 1st Street Bangor, PA 18013
January 5
Attention Veterans
In 2018, Dominick Nati, an Army Air Corp pilot who has flown missions out of Fort Indiantown Gap, will be visiting Rep. Joe Emrick's Nazareth district office the first Monday of every month to discuss veterans’ issues with the men and women who serve or have served our country.
Since Rep. Emrick's district offices will be closed the first Monday in January (New Year’s Day), Dominick will be stopping by the Nazareth office on Friday, Jan. 5 from 10 am to 2 pm. If you wish to meet with him, please call (570) 897-0401 or (610) 746-5090 to schedule an appointment.
His Nazareth office is located in the borough office building at 134 S. Main St.
Roseto Ice Rink Opening
They say that everything happens for a reason. But what good could come from the exceptionally cold weather we have been experiencing lately? All it does is produce snow, ice and more ice.
When you think ice, however, you may wonder when was the last time that you went ice skating outside? If you can't recall or would like to ice skate, the Borough of Roseto has purchased and set up an outdoor ice rink located at the Roseto Ball Park.
You can access the rink through the main gate only off of Denisco street. If gate is closed the ice rink is closed.
It will open to the general public starting January 5th, weather permitting. It will be open Fridays from 5:00 - 8:00pm,
Saturday it will open at 9:00am -12:00 noon for ice hockey and 12:00 noon - 5:00pm for general skating.
The rink will also open on Sundays from 1:00 - 5:00pm. Weather permitting, the borough plans to open every weekend. There is no cost to come skate, so sharpen your blades and join us for some old fashioned fun this winter.
In 2018, Dominick Nati, an Army Air Corp pilot who has flown missions out of Fort Indiantown Gap, will be visiting Rep. Joe Emrick's Nazareth district office the first Monday of every month to discuss veterans’ issues with the men and women who serve or have served our country.
Since Rep. Emrick's district offices will be closed the first Monday in January (New Year’s Day), Dominick will be stopping by the Nazareth office on Friday, Jan. 5 from 10 am to 2 pm. If you wish to meet with him, please call (570) 897-0401 or (610) 746-5090 to schedule an appointment.
His Nazareth office is located in the borough office building at 134 S. Main St.
Roseto Ice Rink Opening
They say that everything happens for a reason. But what good could come from the exceptionally cold weather we have been experiencing lately? All it does is produce snow, ice and more ice.
When you think ice, however, you may wonder when was the last time that you went ice skating outside? If you can't recall or would like to ice skate, the Borough of Roseto has purchased and set up an outdoor ice rink located at the Roseto Ball Park.
You can access the rink through the main gate only off of Denisco street. If gate is closed the ice rink is closed.
It will open to the general public starting January 5th, weather permitting. It will be open Fridays from 5:00 - 8:00pm,
Saturday it will open at 9:00am -12:00 noon for ice hockey and 12:00 noon - 5:00pm for general skating.
The rink will also open on Sundays from 1:00 - 5:00pm. Weather permitting, the borough plans to open every weekend. There is no cost to come skate, so sharpen your blades and join us for some old fashioned fun this winter.
January 6
Ice Cream Wars 10
Ice Cream Wars 10, presented by Whole Foods, takes place from 10 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at the Da Vinci Science Center. Winners will be announced at 3:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at davincisciencecenter.org/icecreamwars or at the science center on the day of the event. Da Vinci Science Center members can RSVP in advance at the same link and will be eligible to receive a commemorative Ice Cream Wars 10 spoon.
Ice Cream Wars 10, presented by Whole Foods, takes place from 10 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at the Da Vinci Science Center. Winners will be announced at 3:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at davincisciencecenter.org/icecreamwars or at the science center on the day of the event. Da Vinci Science Center members can RSVP in advance at the same link and will be eligible to receive a commemorative Ice Cream Wars 10 spoon.
January 7
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, January 7th. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, January 9th, at 3:30 p.m.
Free Dinner
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE Dinner on Sunday, January 7th, from 4:00 - 5:30 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/.
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, January 7th. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, January 9th, at 3:30 p.m.
Free Dinner
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE Dinner on Sunday, January 7th, from 4:00 - 5:30 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/.
January 8
Free RN/LPN Reactivation/Review Info Sessions at NCC
Free information sessions will be held at Northampton Community College for nursing professionals with an inactive or international license who would like to re-enter the workforce. Programs will ensure those interested in returning to practice will have everything they require to begin the classes in January 2018. For more information and to register for a session, please visit www.northampton.edu/HealthcareCourses. For questions, please call 610-332-6585.
Tuesday, December 5, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 7, at the Monroe Campus in Tannersville, Room 011 Kapp Hall, 6 p.m.
Monday, January 8, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 7 p.m.
AARP to Meet
Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will hold its meeting on Jan. 8, 2018 at 1:30pm at the Senior Center. If the Center is closed due to inclement weather, the meeting will be cancelled also.
Free information sessions will be held at Northampton Community College for nursing professionals with an inactive or international license who would like to re-enter the workforce. Programs will ensure those interested in returning to practice will have everything they require to begin the classes in January 2018. For more information and to register for a session, please visit www.northampton.edu/HealthcareCourses. For questions, please call 610-332-6585.
Tuesday, December 5, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 7, at the Monroe Campus in Tannersville, Room 011 Kapp Hall, 6 p.m.
Monday, January 8, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 7 p.m.
AARP to Meet
Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will hold its meeting on Jan. 8, 2018 at 1:30pm at the Senior Center. If the Center is closed due to inclement weather, the meeting will be cancelled also.
January 10
Life Coaching & Art Journaling Series
The arrival of the New Year is often accompanied by New resolve, New direction, New plans and sometimes a New lease on life. A Clean Slate, the Slate Belt’s Addiction Recovery Center, looks to the New Year as a time to offer New Opportunity! Two programs will begin in January that interface the arts with life skills, introspection and personal development.
Beginning January 10th, A Clean Slate will once again partner with Bloom Creative Studios to offer a six week Life Coaching and Art Journaling series. The series has been extremely well received and spaces will fill up. The sessions are designed to help individuals move beyond the challenges that keep them stuck, and chart a course toward reaching their dreams. Classes will be held from 10am – 12:30pm and from 6 – 8:30pm
Attention Veterans
A representative from the Pennsylvania American Legion will visit Rep. Marcia Hahn's district office on Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity to have individual questions answered or check out programs that may be available to the men and women who serve or have served our country.
If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call the office at (610) 746-2100. Her district office is located at 196 West Moorestown Road, Bushkill Township. You do not need to be an American Legion member to take advantage of this service.
The arrival of the New Year is often accompanied by New resolve, New direction, New plans and sometimes a New lease on life. A Clean Slate, the Slate Belt’s Addiction Recovery Center, looks to the New Year as a time to offer New Opportunity! Two programs will begin in January that interface the arts with life skills, introspection and personal development.
Beginning January 10th, A Clean Slate will once again partner with Bloom Creative Studios to offer a six week Life Coaching and Art Journaling series. The series has been extremely well received and spaces will fill up. The sessions are designed to help individuals move beyond the challenges that keep them stuck, and chart a course toward reaching their dreams. Classes will be held from 10am – 12:30pm and from 6 – 8:30pm
Attention Veterans
A representative from the Pennsylvania American Legion will visit Rep. Marcia Hahn's district office on Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity to have individual questions answered or check out programs that may be available to the men and women who serve or have served our country.
If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call the office at (610) 746-2100. Her district office is located at 196 West Moorestown Road, Bushkill Township. You do not need to be an American Legion member to take advantage of this service.
January 11, 12 & 13
Half-price Book Nook Sale!!!
Blue Mountain Community Library will hold a half-price Book Nook sale on Thursday, January 11 from 6 to 8 pm; Friday, January 12 from 10 am to 12 pm; and Saturday, January 13 from 10 am to 12 pm. Snow dates are the following week.
Blue Mountain Community Library will hold a half-price Book Nook sale on Thursday, January 11 from 6 to 8 pm; Friday, January 12 from 10 am to 12 pm; and Saturday, January 13 from 10 am to 12 pm. Snow dates are the following week.
January 13
Winter Bird Walk
Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 12 PM - 2 PM
Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072.
Join them as they walk the Education Center property and the roads throughout the landfill (after hours!) to view beautiful winter birds. Last year, we spotted the Icelandic Gull! We will meet at the Education Center at 12pm and walk from there. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars or cameras. Any change in plans for the event will be noted on here. Jacobsburg State Park will be partnering with us! Our friend Rick Wiltraut will be leading the way! For questions, please contact WM's Adrienne Fors, afors1@wm.com
Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 12 PM - 2 PM
Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072.
Join them as they walk the Education Center property and the roads throughout the landfill (after hours!) to view beautiful winter birds. Last year, we spotted the Icelandic Gull! We will meet at the Education Center at 12pm and walk from there. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars or cameras. Any change in plans for the event will be noted on here. Jacobsburg State Park will be partnering with us! Our friend Rick Wiltraut will be leading the way! For questions, please contact WM's Adrienne Fors, afors1@wm.com
January 14
American Legion Riders Post 927 Meeting
The American Legion Riders have their monthly meeting on Sunday, January 14 at 10:30 AM at the American Legion Post 927, Route 209 and Fairgrounds Road, Gilbert.
The American Legion Riders are well known for their charitable work, which has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local children's hospitals, schools, veterans homes, severely wounded service members and scholarships, and enjoy riding.
For more information, contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208 or everett.shaver@yahoo.com. Visit www.ampost927.org and Join us on Facebook.
Presentation at Slate Belt Heritage Center
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, January 14th @ 2:00 PM. Speaker for the afternoon will be local historian, Pat Dewitsky whose topic will be “The History of Cigar Manufacturing in the Slate Belt and State”. It is a little known fact that there were many local cigar manufacturing plants in the area. Come hear this extremely interesting talk.
The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.
The American Legion Riders have their monthly meeting on Sunday, January 14 at 10:30 AM at the American Legion Post 927, Route 209 and Fairgrounds Road, Gilbert.
The American Legion Riders are well known for their charitable work, which has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local children's hospitals, schools, veterans homes, severely wounded service members and scholarships, and enjoy riding.
For more information, contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208 or everett.shaver@yahoo.com. Visit www.ampost927.org and Join us on Facebook.
Presentation at Slate Belt Heritage Center
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, January 14th @ 2:00 PM. Speaker for the afternoon will be local historian, Pat Dewitsky whose topic will be “The History of Cigar Manufacturing in the Slate Belt and State”. It is a little known fact that there were many local cigar manufacturing plants in the area. Come hear this extremely interesting talk.
The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.
January 18
Creative Drama Workshop
On January 18th, A Clean Slate will launch a brand new Creative Drama Workshop series offering participants to creatively approach the New Year with an opportunity for reflection, exploration and gratitude. The series will run 4 weeks and will begin on Thursday 01/18/2018 from 7pm. – 9pm. The workshops will explore the themes, motifs and symbols of the play “A Wrinkle In Time” by Madeleine L’Engle. No acting experience necessary, just a willingness to jump in and have fun. Sign-ups will be taken up until January 8th.
All of these classes are free, open to the public (16 years or older). For more information or to reserve your space in either of these offerings, contact info@acleanslatebangor.org or call (610)452-9348
On January 18th, A Clean Slate will launch a brand new Creative Drama Workshop series offering participants to creatively approach the New Year with an opportunity for reflection, exploration and gratitude. The series will run 4 weeks and will begin on Thursday 01/18/2018 from 7pm. – 9pm. The workshops will explore the themes, motifs and symbols of the play “A Wrinkle In Time” by Madeleine L’Engle. No acting experience necessary, just a willingness to jump in and have fun. Sign-ups will be taken up until January 8th.
All of these classes are free, open to the public (16 years or older). For more information or to reserve your space in either of these offerings, contact info@acleanslatebangor.org or call (610)452-9348
January 19
Family Film Night
Friday, January 19, 6:30-8:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Bring your family for a craft and movie night! This month we’ll be screening “Beavers”, a movie that follows the life of a beaver family as they construct a new home for themselves. Craft time starts at 6:30 PM and the movie starts promptly at 7:00 PM. Registration is required.
Friday, January 19, 6:30-8:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Bring your family for a craft and movie night! This month we’ll be screening “Beavers”, a movie that follows the life of a beaver family as they construct a new home for themselves. Craft time starts at 6:30 PM and the movie starts promptly at 7:00 PM. Registration is required.
January 20
PA Trappers Fur Auction
On January 20th, 2018, the Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083),. Doors open at 8am, and auction starts at 9am. Pennsylvania Trappers Association membership and furtaker's license required. For more information, contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.
History of Snowshoeing
Saturday, January 20, 10:00-11:30 AM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Learn how to snowshoe while learning the history of these helpful winter tools. 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.
Outdoor Preparedness for Scouts
Saturday, January 20, 1:00-2:30 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Scouts will learn how to prepare for being outdoors in winter as well as how to use snowshoes. We’ll go for a hike in snowshoes, stopping along the way to talk about outdoor scenarios and how to prepare for them. If we don’t get any snow, we’ll 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.
8th Annual Snow Ball Dinner Dance
Families First will present their 8th Annual Benefit Snow Ball Dinner Dance on Saturday, January 20, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. The dance will be held at the Weona Park Recreation Center in Pen Argyl. Dinner will be provided by Just in Thyme and the music will be DJ Joe Franzo & Karaoke. There will be basket raffles and door prizes. The event is BYOB. Please dress casual. Tickets are $25.00 per person in advance and $30.00 at the door. You can purchase tickets by contacting Spring Shank - Pen Argyl High School, Kate Marsteller – Wind Gap Middle School, or Kelly Thomas – Plainfield Elementary. For more information contact: Frank Jones – 610-863-9095 Ext. 1387 or jones.frank@penargylsd.org. All proceeds will help support Families First free programs.
Spotted Lanternfly Public Meeting
The event will be held at the Berks County Agricultural Center Auditorium, 1238 County Welfare, Leesport, PA 19533 on Thursday, January 25, 2018, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This event is available to all members of the public and will include updates from Penn State Extension, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, and Berks County Conservation District. This event is open to anyone interested in learning more about the Spotted Lanternfly regardless of home county and quarantine. Bring your questions and join us for discussions on the current status of this invasive insect, information on the quarantine, preparation for insect control in the 2018 season, and how individuals and communities can help stop the spread of this insect. Lunch and handouts are included.
There is no cost for this event; however, seating is limited and pre-registration is required by January 18, 2018. Register online by going to this site:https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly-public-meeting
If you cannot register online, please call for assistance at 1-877-345-0691 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Questions regarding the January 25, 2018 event can be directed to Amy Korman at amk6396@psu.edu by phone at 610-813-6613.
Penn State encourages people with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, call the Northampton County Extension office at 610-813-6613.
On January 20th, 2018, the Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083),. Doors open at 8am, and auction starts at 9am. Pennsylvania Trappers Association membership and furtaker's license required. For more information, contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.
History of Snowshoeing
Saturday, January 20, 10:00-11:30 AM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Learn how to snowshoe while learning the history of these helpful winter tools. 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.
Outdoor Preparedness for Scouts
Saturday, January 20, 1:00-2:30 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Scouts will learn how to prepare for being outdoors in winter as well as how to use snowshoes. We’ll go for a hike in snowshoes, stopping along the way to talk about outdoor scenarios and how to prepare for them. If we don’t get any snow, we’ll 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.
8th Annual Snow Ball Dinner Dance
Families First will present their 8th Annual Benefit Snow Ball Dinner Dance on Saturday, January 20, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. The dance will be held at the Weona Park Recreation Center in Pen Argyl. Dinner will be provided by Just in Thyme and the music will be DJ Joe Franzo & Karaoke. There will be basket raffles and door prizes. The event is BYOB. Please dress casual. Tickets are $25.00 per person in advance and $30.00 at the door. You can purchase tickets by contacting Spring Shank - Pen Argyl High School, Kate Marsteller – Wind Gap Middle School, or Kelly Thomas – Plainfield Elementary. For more information contact: Frank Jones – 610-863-9095 Ext. 1387 or jones.frank@penargylsd.org. All proceeds will help support Families First free programs.
Spotted Lanternfly Public Meeting
The event will be held at the Berks County Agricultural Center Auditorium, 1238 County Welfare, Leesport, PA 19533 on Thursday, January 25, 2018, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This event is available to all members of the public and will include updates from Penn State Extension, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, and Berks County Conservation District. This event is open to anyone interested in learning more about the Spotted Lanternfly regardless of home county and quarantine. Bring your questions and join us for discussions on the current status of this invasive insect, information on the quarantine, preparation for insect control in the 2018 season, and how individuals and communities can help stop the spread of this insect. Lunch and handouts are included.
There is no cost for this event; however, seating is limited and pre-registration is required by January 18, 2018. Register online by going to this site:https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly-public-meeting
If you cannot register online, please call for assistance at 1-877-345-0691 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Questions regarding the January 25, 2018 event can be directed to Amy Korman at amk6396@psu.edu by phone at 610-813-6613.
Penn State encourages people with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, call the Northampton County Extension office at 610-813-6613.
January 27
Irish Tin Whistle Workshop
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania - Celtic Cultural Alliance announces an Irish Tin Whistle workshop on January 27, 2018, as part of its continuing mission to promote and preserve the Celtic culture through arts, music, literature, dance, and history programs.
Our Irish whistle workshop with instructor Chris Finnegan, will teach the basics of how to play traditional tunes on a D tin whistle to students over age 14. Students will learn the basic fingering and how to get a good sound from the instrument. Simple music will also be introduced. Students should bring their own whistle, and Walton's is the recommended brand. It can be purchased from Donegal Square, 532 Main St., Bethlehem.
Chris Finnegan is an Uilleann Piper and Whistle player from Old Bridge, New Jersey. He has performed extensively in the United States and Ireland and holds the distinction of being the Piper to the Regimental Headquarters Staff of the “Fighting 69th” (1st Battalion, 69th Infantry, New York Army National Guard). In addition to the Uilleann Pipes, Chris also plays the Double Bass, Guitar, and Great Highland Bagpipes. Chris performs regularly as a solo musician, in duos and with the Irish Music groups Blackwater and Ballycastle.
The class will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Life in Christ, 51 E. Hillmond St., Bethlehem. The cost is $30, and information and registration can be found at http://www.celticfest.org/irish_tin_whistle_workshop.
For more information on the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org.
Eagle Watch
Saturday, January 27, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Join center educator Rick Wiltraut for this trip into the scenic Delaware River National Recreation Area in search of wintering Bald Eagles. Other possibilities include the rare Golden Eagle, Common Goldeneyes, Pileated Woodpeckers and many other winter bird species. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable water-proof shoes and bring binoculars and lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required.
February 16
Miller Keystone Blood Mobile Event
Miller Keystone will be bringing a bus to the Grand Central Landfill and Hauling/Waste Management of the Slate Belt, Pen Argyl on Friday, February 16 at 10:00 am. Interested Blood Donors can sign up by sending an email to Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors directly at afors1@wm.com.
Irish Tin Whistle Workshop
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania - Celtic Cultural Alliance announces an Irish Tin Whistle workshop on January 27, 2018, as part of its continuing mission to promote and preserve the Celtic culture through arts, music, literature, dance, and history programs.
Our Irish whistle workshop with instructor Chris Finnegan, will teach the basics of how to play traditional tunes on a D tin whistle to students over age 14. Students will learn the basic fingering and how to get a good sound from the instrument. Simple music will also be introduced. Students should bring their own whistle, and Walton's is the recommended brand. It can be purchased from Donegal Square, 532 Main St., Bethlehem.
Chris Finnegan is an Uilleann Piper and Whistle player from Old Bridge, New Jersey. He has performed extensively in the United States and Ireland and holds the distinction of being the Piper to the Regimental Headquarters Staff of the “Fighting 69th” (1st Battalion, 69th Infantry, New York Army National Guard). In addition to the Uilleann Pipes, Chris also plays the Double Bass, Guitar, and Great Highland Bagpipes. Chris performs regularly as a solo musician, in duos and with the Irish Music groups Blackwater and Ballycastle.
The class will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Life in Christ, 51 E. Hillmond St., Bethlehem. The cost is $30, and information and registration can be found at http://www.celticfest.org/irish_tin_whistle_workshop.
For more information on the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org.
Eagle Watch
Saturday, January 27, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Join center educator Rick Wiltraut for this trip into the scenic Delaware River National Recreation Area in search of wintering Bald Eagles. Other possibilities include the rare Golden Eagle, Common Goldeneyes, Pileated Woodpeckers and many other winter bird species. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable water-proof shoes and bring binoculars and lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required.
February 16
Miller Keystone Blood Mobile Event
Miller Keystone will be bringing a bus to the Grand Central Landfill and Hauling/Waste Management of the Slate Belt, Pen Argyl on Friday, February 16 at 10:00 am. Interested Blood Donors can sign up by sending an email to Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors directly at afors1@wm.com.
Slate Belt Senior Center
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
- Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
- For Meal Reservations please call by 10:00 one day before the meal. Cancellations must be done as soon as possible. Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.
- Pool Tables available every morning and most afternoons TV, Library, computers, puzzles.
- Quoits can be played anytime nothing is scheduled for floor space
JANUARY 2018
January Events
- Porker, Mon-Friday, 9:30-11:00 AM
- Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 AM
- Arthritis Class, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 23,30
- and Thursday, Jan. 11, 18, , 12:15 PM.
- Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 9:00-11:00 AM
- Exercise, Wednesdays 10:00 AM
- Afternoon with the Arts, Thursdays, 12:15 PM
- Win Bowling League, Thursdays, 9:30 AM
- 2 Massage, Thursdays, Jan 4, 18, 12:15 PM
- Pool Tables available every morning and Tuesdays, Thursdays and Friday afternoons
- Library, Computers, TV, Puzzles & Cards daily
January Events
- CLOSED MONDAY JANUARY 1-HAPPY NEW YEAR
- Hot Chocolate in the morning, Tuesday, January 2
- Bean Bags and Quoits, Friday, January 5, 10:00 AM
- AARP Meeting, Monday, January 8, 1:30 PM
- Sundae's on Friday, Friday, January 12, 12:15 PM
- CLOSED, MONDAY, JANUARY 15, MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
- Baseball and Popcorn Day, Friday, January 19, 10:00 AM
- Council Meeting, Thursday, January 25, 9:00 AM
- Winter Blues Bingo, Friday, January, 26, 9:30 AM
- ENTERTAINER, DEBI WAHI Friday, January 26, 12:15 PM
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Dec 10 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
Dec 14 |
3.0 |
9.5 |
Dec 15 |
1.5 |
11.00 |
Dec. 25 |
1.0 |
12.00 |
Dec. 29 |
2.0 |
14.00 |
Pen Argyl - January 2018
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Bangor Library New Books
December 21
December 21
Adult Fiction
- A Place at Our Table by Amy Clipston
- Second Chance Girl
- You Say It First by Susan Mallery
- Year One by Nora Roberts
- A Gathering of Shadows by Victoria Schwab.
- The Door Within
- The Final Storm by Thomas Wayne Batson
- Life Sucks by Cecilia Sarnowski
- The Temple of Warriors by Zoe Silver.
- Wishtree by Katherine Applegate
- The Wildwood Bakery by Rebecca Elliot
- The Princess in Black and the Hungry Bunny Horde
- The Princess in Black and the Mysterious Playdate
- The Princess in Black Takes a Vacation by Shannon Hale
- The Adventures of Darby and the Wishing Well by Sophia Lanier
- The Adventures of the Three Little Dogs by Victoria Silver
- A Mammoth Mystery by Geronimo Stilton.
- The Musketeer by Emma Confalone
- Brave Young Knight by Karen Kingsbury
- Christmas Delicious by Lyn Loates
- Leah and the Ghost Knight by Anna Miller
- Don’t Let Auntie Mabel Bless the Table by Vanessa Brantley Newton
- 17 Things I’m Not Allowed to Do Anymore by Jenny Offill
- Hildegarde and the Great Green Shirt Factory by Ravay Snow
- Will by Sheila Walsh.
Adult Fiction
Adult Non Fiction
Young Adult Fiction
Junior Non Fiction
Easy Fiction
- Tell Tale by Jeffrey Archer
- Parting Shot by Linwood Barclay
- Enchantress of Numbers by Jennifer Chiaverini
- Miracle Road by Emily March
- The House of Unexpected Sisters by Alexander McCall Smith
- The Body in the Casket by Katherine Hall Page
- Count to Ten by James Patterson
- The Demon Crown by James Rollins
- A Conjuring of Light
- A Darker Shade of Magic by Victoria Schwab
- Thomas Kinkades Cape Light ChristmasBlessings by Katherine Spencer
- Dead of Winter by Wendy Corsi Staub.
Adult Non Fiction
- Large Print Fiction
- End Game by David Baldacci
- The Midnight Line by Lee Child
- Two Kinds of Truth by Michael Connelly
- The People vs. Alex Cross by James Patterson.
Young Adult Fiction
- The Silver Mask by Holly Black
- Loved by P.C. Cast
- Graduation Day
- Independent Study
- The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau
- Warcross by Marie Lu
- Frogkisser
- Have Sword, Will Travel by Garth Nix
- Tales from a Not-So-Secret Crush Catastrophe by Renee Russell.
- Junior Fiction
- Princess in Black and the Perfect Princess Party by Shannon Hale
- Predator vs. Prey by Lisa McMann
- Silent Days, Silent Dreams by Allen Say.
Junior Non Fiction
- Blast Lab by Richard Hammond.
Easy Fiction
- How to Find an Elephant by Kate Banks
- Merry Christmas from The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
- Santa Rex by Molly Schaar Idle
- Mama Lion Wins the Race by Jon Muth
- Tyrannosaurus Rex vs. Edna, The Very First Chicken by Douglas Rees
- The 12 Sleighs of Christmas by Sherri Duskey Rinker
- Singing in the Rain by Arthur Freed
- Where, Oh Where, is Baby Bear by Ashley Wolff.
- The Circle
- The Dark Tower
- Descendants 2
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