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Call The Numbers Below For Help
With Any of these Issues..........
OPIOD/ DRUG ADDICTION
PA GET HELP NOW
1-800-662-4237
Victim/Witness Assistance
Phone: 610-829-6645
Domestic Violence
Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, Inc.
24 Hour HOTLINE: 610-437-3369
Sexual Assault
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Drunk Driving
HOTLINE: 610-437-6111
MADD - 610-770-9559
Child Abuse
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Elder Abuse
HOTLINE: 610-252-9060
Other Victims of Violence
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Crime Victim's Compensation
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Drug & Alcohol Abuse
(610) 923-0394
Crisis Intervention
Telephone
24 Hours: 610-252-9060
Northampton County Drug and Alcohol Division
Telephone:610-559-3270
Bethlehem Recovery Center
(610) 849-2209
Northampton County Mental Health
2801 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA
Telephone - 610-829-4840
Crisis Intervention
24 Hours 610-829-4841
With Any of these Issues..........
OPIOD/ DRUG ADDICTION
PA GET HELP NOW
1-800-662-4237
Victim/Witness Assistance
Phone: 610-829-6645
Domestic Violence
Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, Inc.
24 Hour HOTLINE: 610-437-3369
Sexual Assault
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Drunk Driving
HOTLINE: 610-437-6111
MADD - 610-770-9559
Child Abuse
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Elder Abuse
HOTLINE: 610-252-9060
Other Victims of Violence
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Crime Victim's Compensation
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Drug & Alcohol Abuse
(610) 923-0394
Crisis Intervention
Telephone
24 Hours: 610-252-9060
Northampton County Drug and Alcohol Division
Telephone:610-559-3270
Bethlehem Recovery Center
(610) 849-2209
Northampton County Mental Health
2801 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA
Telephone - 610-829-4840
Crisis Intervention
24 Hours 610-829-4841
Help Hotline
Help Hotline
Slate Belt Travel Alert Bridge outage on FOX GAP RD / CREEK RD / MAIN ST both directions between RIDGE RD and FOX GAP RD / + LAKE MINSI DR. All lanes closed. Business & Art, the Best of Both Worlds
by Jordyn Taylor
Fix Mobile in Pen Argyl, isn’t only a home for iPhone repairs and accessories, but also where Chance Tedesco, a 2006 Bangor Graduate and owner and founder of the store, creates and sells his art. He has been interested in art since a young age and mostly enjoys creating wildlife images. “I was always really into wildlife art, that’s what kind (of) started me out as a kid,” he said. “Wildlife, anything to do with animals, the more exotic, the more I was interested in it… What I love about the wildlife production is the emotion that you can get and the idea of the emotion in the eyes of the subject you are painting.” Tedesco’s pieces showcase scenes from different elements, from tigers and wolves in the wild, to knights fighting monsters, to dinosaurs roaming the streets of the Slate Belt. “My imagination always ran wild as a child, I wanted to put all the things I saw in my mind down on paper so that’s what got me started into painting and drawing,” he said. “I started with drawing with pencils and then that evolved into colored pencils and crayons, then I slowly transitioned into painting, and then time went by and I started getting into charcoal…” Although he lost touch with painting for some years, now he paints any chance he can get. When he’s not repairing a phone and has finished work for the day, Tedesco will pick up a paint brush in his studio located in the back room of Fix Mobile. As soon as they enter the store, customers are greeted with his art work on every wall which emphasizes the friendly atmosphere. Tedesco loves going into work and said that there’s not a day that he worries about going. He advises aspiring creators that “accounting for each minute that you have in the day and making sure that you are taking advantage of that” (is important.) “Mark Zuckerberg has the same 24 that anybody else has in a given day so you can really accomplish almost anything in life that you want, “Tedesco added. “it’s just a matter of having a game plan, knowing what you want, and going for it.” Tedesco paints primarily with acrylic paint and uses other mediums like charcoal pencils and pen and ink. He also takes commissions and says he loves doing them because “it’s all about getting outside of your comfort zone.” Tedesco sells his original artwork on his website: www.tedescofineart.com and also has pieces in Adam’s Art Gallery in the Stroud Mall. If you’re interested in any of Tedesco’s art, or want to talk about art while getting your phone repaired, visit Chance at Fix Mobile, located at 1414 Blue Valley Dr, Pen Argyl, Monday through Saturday from 10:00am-7:00pm, contact him at 484-546-6122, or email at [email protected]. Also, follow his Facebook page ‘Chance Tedesco’ and view his website for more information about the art! PHOTO GALLERY Athens VBS at Mt. Bethel Church
Athens Vacation Bible School will be held August 5-9 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Mount Bethel Church. Registration is on the church website http://www.mountbethelchurch.org. Mount Bethel Church 1270 Belvidere Corner Road, Mt. Bethel
Blue Valley Farm Show Registration......
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Today's Regular Slate Belt Events.......
Today's Regular Slate Belt Events.......
Bingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45.
Fellowship Dinner - First UMC Bangor, 12:30 - 1:30pm
Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3.
Slate Belt YMCA - 10-2
Full Calendar
Fellowship Dinner - First UMC Bangor, 12:30 - 1:30pm
Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3.
Slate Belt YMCA - 10-2
Full Calendar
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Public Service Announcements
Public Service Announcements
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Wind Gap Summer Concerts 6-8pm Wind Gap Park Rain/shine July 14......Steel Creek July 28......Desire Aug. 11.....Tower Suite Aug. 25.....The Headliners |
Summer Sounds Concerts Weona Park 6-8 PM Rain/Shine July 21.......Bill Reese Trio Aug. 4........Large Flowerheads Aug. 18......Nazareth Municipal Band |
Blue Valley Farm Show Registration
- Blue Valley Farm Show Pre-Registration Night #1, Tuesday July 30, 7 PM at the Farm Show, American-Bangor Road, Bangor, PA
- Blue Valley Farm Show Pre-Registration Night #2, Wednesday August 7, 7 PM at the Farm Show, American-Bangor Road, Bangor, PA
- Cost is $2 for an Exhibitors number. You can enter as many items as you like. Questions...feel free to message their Facebook page.
- Full Schedule
Ride the Bangor Park Train
Come and ride the Bangor Park train at (90 Eisenhart Blvd) - and bring the kids, too! The train typically runs Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00-5:00 through the end of August, weather permitting. The best part? Rides are free! They do accept donations in to maintain this community service.
Come and ride the Bangor Park train at (90 Eisenhart Blvd) - and bring the kids, too! The train typically runs Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00-5:00 through the end of August, weather permitting. The best part? Rides are free! They do accept donations in to maintain this community service.
Slater Family Network Open Thursdays
Slater Family Network is open every Thursday in the summer from 9am-2pm to serve the residents of the Bangor School District. Other days available by appointment. Food, clothing, Mental Health Counseling, School Supplies, and Back Pack Buddy Food Program, all free and available. Please call for details and appointment at 610-599-7019.
DivorceCare and GriefShare
"DivorceCare and GriefShare are ongoing 13-week support groups for those going through separation or divorce, and for those dealing with the loss of a loved one. They meet Sundays from 4:30-6:30 PM. Participation may begin any time. Mount Eaton Church, 7277 Mount Eaton Road, Saylorsburg, PA 18353.(570) 992-7050.
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.
Slater Family Network is open every Thursday in the summer from 9am-2pm to serve the residents of the Bangor School District. Other days available by appointment. Food, clothing, Mental Health Counseling, School Supplies, and Back Pack Buddy Food Program, all free and available. Please call for details and appointment at 610-599-7019.
DivorceCare and GriefShare
"DivorceCare and GriefShare are ongoing 13-week support groups for those going through separation or divorce, and for those dealing with the loss of a loved one. They meet Sundays from 4:30-6:30 PM. Participation may begin any time. Mount Eaton Church, 7277 Mount Eaton Road, Saylorsburg, PA 18353.(570) 992-7050.
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.
Summer Feeding at FUMC
The Slate Belt Y will be offering a Summer feeding at The First United Methodist Church, 55 N. 3rd St, Bangor, Monday-Friday. Please help us spread the word to make sure as many children as possible have access to free, healthy meals while school is out.
Summer Reading at Bangor Library
Bangor Public Library Summer Reading program "A Universe of Stories" will start June 20th and run until August 22nd. Meeting days are Thursdays: Grades K-3 from 9:30-10:30 am and Grades 4-6 from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Registration is required. Call the library for more information or stop in.
Bangor Swimming Pool Info
Pool hours: Monday – Friday: 12PM-7PM Saturday and Sunday: 11AM-7PM. The Season Pass Application is in the ticket link and passes will be available at the Borough Office. Season Pass Rates: Family: $170 Family Twilight: (after 5 p.m.) $140 Individual: $95 Senior: $70. Daily Pass fees: Adult: $5 Child:(13 and under) $4 Senior: $3 Twilight: (after 5 p.m.) $3 (for everyone) Day Care Facility rate: $3/child/day (max 3 hours) More info: contact the Borough Office: 610-588-2216.
Weona Park Info
CAROUSEL AND MINIATURE GOLF Wednesday-Friday evenings 3 P.M.-9 P.M; Saturday and Sundays 12 Noon – 9 P.M., weather permitting. Carousel Rides are $1. A round of golf is $5 per person except for our Summer Sizzle Sale from Wed. – Fri. when a round is only $3!!!!!! Please note the first 9 holes of Weona Park Golf is handicap accessible.
What's Available at Jacobsburg?
You can borrow fishing rods and tackle or Discover Adventure Backpacks Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 2:30pm at the Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided.
The Backpacks are best for young children. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected].
You can 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. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Property Tax/Rent Rebate program
Older adults and Pennsylvanians with disabilities have until December 31 to apply for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. The original deadline was June 30.
The program benefits people age 65 or older, widows and widowers age 50 or older, and the disabled 18 or older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 for renters, and half of Social Security income excluded. The maximum standard rebate is $650. Supplemental rebates for certain qualifying homeowners boosts rebates to $975.
After June 30, rebates will be distributed as claims are received and processed. Applications typically take 6-8 weeks to process.
Eligibility information and forms are available www.rephahn.com, or by contacting her office at 610-746-2100. Eligibility information and forms are also available at www.repemrick.com or by contacting his Slate Belt office at 610-588-8011 or Nazareth office at 610-746-5090. Assistance in filling out the applications is available free of charge.
Roseto Summer Recreation Program
Roseto Borough is happy to announce our 2019 summer recreation program. The dates will be the weeks of July 15 and July 22. We start at 9:00am and end at Noon each day, Monday - Friday. There is no cost for Roseto residents and a $30.00 per child for nonresidents. Children that have completed kindergarten up to 6th grade are invited to attend. We will have a registration time on Saturday July 13, 9:00-12:00 at the Roseto ballpark pavilion.
Slate Belt AARP Trip
Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will be taking a trip to Boston, Salem, and Cape Ann, Sept. 12-16. This is open to the public. Anyone interested please call Deanna at 610-588-4623 for more info.
"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 [email protected].
Heritage Center Monthly Schedule
July 11, 7pm “Geology & History of Geologic Resources in the Slate Belt” by Edward Henning; August 8, 7:00 PM: TBA; September 12, 7 PM: “Anniversary of Normandy” by Russ Stout; October 10, 7 PM” “Annual Haunted Heritage Show.”
Sundays: November 10, 2 PM: “Bangor-Pen Argyl 100th Game” by Walter Cole; December 8, 2 PM: “The Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” hosted by Emcee Marc Blau; January 12, 2020, 2 PM: “History of the Mummers” by Melissa Hough.
The Slate Belt Y will be offering a Summer feeding at The First United Methodist Church, 55 N. 3rd St, Bangor, Monday-Friday. Please help us spread the word to make sure as many children as possible have access to free, healthy meals while school is out.
Summer Reading at Bangor Library
Bangor Public Library Summer Reading program "A Universe of Stories" will start June 20th and run until August 22nd. Meeting days are Thursdays: Grades K-3 from 9:30-10:30 am and Grades 4-6 from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Registration is required. Call the library for more information or stop in.
Bangor Swimming Pool Info
Pool hours: Monday – Friday: 12PM-7PM Saturday and Sunday: 11AM-7PM. The Season Pass Application is in the ticket link and passes will be available at the Borough Office. Season Pass Rates: Family: $170 Family Twilight: (after 5 p.m.) $140 Individual: $95 Senior: $70. Daily Pass fees: Adult: $5 Child:(13 and under) $4 Senior: $3 Twilight: (after 5 p.m.) $3 (for everyone) Day Care Facility rate: $3/child/day (max 3 hours) More info: contact the Borough Office: 610-588-2216.
Weona Park Info
CAROUSEL AND MINIATURE GOLF Wednesday-Friday evenings 3 P.M.-9 P.M; Saturday and Sundays 12 Noon – 9 P.M., weather permitting. Carousel Rides are $1. A round of golf is $5 per person except for our Summer Sizzle Sale from Wed. – Fri. when a round is only $3!!!!!! Please note the first 9 holes of Weona Park Golf is handicap accessible.
What's Available at Jacobsburg?
You can borrow fishing rods and tackle or Discover Adventure Backpacks Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 2:30pm at the Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided.
The Backpacks are best for young children. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected].
You can 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. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Property Tax/Rent Rebate program
Older adults and Pennsylvanians with disabilities have until December 31 to apply for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. The original deadline was June 30.
The program benefits people age 65 or older, widows and widowers age 50 or older, and the disabled 18 or older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 for renters, and half of Social Security income excluded. The maximum standard rebate is $650. Supplemental rebates for certain qualifying homeowners boosts rebates to $975.
After June 30, rebates will be distributed as claims are received and processed. Applications typically take 6-8 weeks to process.
Eligibility information and forms are available www.rephahn.com, or by contacting her office at 610-746-2100. Eligibility information and forms are also available at www.repemrick.com or by contacting his Slate Belt office at 610-588-8011 or Nazareth office at 610-746-5090. Assistance in filling out the applications is available free of charge.
Roseto Summer Recreation Program
Roseto Borough is happy to announce our 2019 summer recreation program. The dates will be the weeks of July 15 and July 22. We start at 9:00am and end at Noon each day, Monday - Friday. There is no cost for Roseto residents and a $30.00 per child for nonresidents. Children that have completed kindergarten up to 6th grade are invited to attend. We will have a registration time on Saturday July 13, 9:00-12:00 at the Roseto ballpark pavilion.
Slate Belt AARP Trip
Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will be taking a trip to Boston, Salem, and Cape Ann, Sept. 12-16. This is open to the public. Anyone interested please call Deanna at 610-588-4623 for more info.
"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 [email protected].
Heritage Center Monthly Schedule
July 11, 7pm “Geology & History of Geologic Resources in the Slate Belt” by Edward Henning; August 8, 7:00 PM: TBA; September 12, 7 PM: “Anniversary of Normandy” by Russ Stout; October 10, 7 PM” “Annual Haunted Heritage Show.”
Sundays: November 10, 2 PM: “Bangor-Pen Argyl 100th Game” by Walter Cole; December 8, 2 PM: “The Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” hosted by Emcee Marc Blau; January 12, 2020, 2 PM: “History of the Mummers” by Melissa Hough.
ONLINE CROSSWORD
FREE SUNDAY DINNERS
1st Sunday of Every Month
East Bangor United Methodist Church, Central Ave., East Bangor
4 - 6 pm 610-588-4453
2nd Sunday of Every Month
Crossroad Baptist, S. 2nd St., Bangor
4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-3966
3rd Sunday of Every Month
Ackermanville United Methodist, 1410 Ackeranville Rd.
4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-7818
4th Sunday of Every Month
First United Methodist, 3rd St., Bangor
12:30 pm - ?? 610-588-4673
Last Saturday of Every Month - Hospitality Luncheon
First United Presbyterian Church, 218 W. Penna. Ave., Pen Argyl
11:30 - 1:30 pm 610-863-4447
If you have any questions, please call the respective churches.
East Bangor United Methodist Church, Central Ave., East Bangor
4 - 6 pm 610-588-4453
2nd Sunday of Every Month
Crossroad Baptist, S. 2nd St., Bangor
4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-3966
3rd Sunday of Every Month
Ackermanville United Methodist, 1410 Ackeranville Rd.
4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-7818
4th Sunday of Every Month
First United Methodist, 3rd St., Bangor
12:30 pm - ?? 610-588-4673
Last Saturday of Every Month - Hospitality Luncheon
First United Presbyterian Church, 218 W. Penna. Ave., Pen Argyl
11:30 - 1:30 pm 610-863-4447
If you have any questions, please call the respective churches.
SUNDAY CHURCH SCHEDULE
gOING oUT OF TOWN?
Going out of town? Let SBRPD know that your house will be vacant and they'll do frequent drive-bys.. Safe travels... http://slatebeltpd.com/ SBRPD is: 911 (Emergency), 610-759-8517 (Non-Emergency), 610-759-8523 (Fax) and 1-888-823-4978 FREE (Non-Emergency Toll Free)
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)
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Indian Pipe Not for Smoking
Photo: Larry Cory Slate Belt Town Topics
This unusual looking plant only grows in July and only for a few days. It is known as Indian Pipe or Ghost Pipe fungus. Actually, it's not a fungus at all, but is often thought to be a fungus because it's white and lacks chlorophyll. It really is a flowering plant in the blueberry family! This is one of about 3,000 species of non-photosynthetic (i.e. heterotrophic) flowering plants.
Monotropa uniflora can actually grow in dark environments because it is not dependent on light for photosynthesis. We tend to find this plant in rich habitats-- dense moist forests with much surface leaf litter, often in a situation that is too shaded for autotrophic (photosynthetic) growth.
It is, however, parasitic but absorbs nutrients in manner different than fungi.
Alhtough it's name "pipe" implies that it may be smoked. It can't. It may be useful for reducing physical and emotional pain. It may also be used to treat inflammation of the eyes. BUT BEWARE it could be toxic.
Monotropa uniflora can actually grow in dark environments because it is not dependent on light for photosynthesis. We tend to find this plant in rich habitats-- dense moist forests with much surface leaf litter, often in a situation that is too shaded for autotrophic (photosynthetic) growth.
It is, however, parasitic but absorbs nutrients in manner different than fungi.
Alhtough it's name "pipe" implies that it may be smoked. It can't. It may be useful for reducing physical and emotional pain. It may also be used to treat inflammation of the eyes. BUT BEWARE it could be toxic.
Vietnam Veteran, Pete Reisen (L) was recently honored by the People of Upper Mount Bethel Township for his military service, dedication and loyalty of country, and 50 years as a volunteer firefighter of the Mount Bethel Fire Department. Sbtt Photo Lisa Newberry Belt and Beyond
No Nonsense Neutering
The Borough of Pen Argyl has approved Trap Neuter Return!!!!!
The Council recognizes that the Borough needs to have a long term free roaming cat management plan.
The Council recognizes that the Borough needs to have a long term free roaming cat management plan.
- FREE vouchers are now available at the Borough Office. 5 per person. If you need more, you must use the first 5 before requesting additional vouchers.
- NNN brochures are available.
- Traps may be available at the Borough office by request.
- If you are elderly or disabled, trapping assistance is available.
- Email [email protected] if you have questions or need assistance.
- COLONY Caretakers/feeders: Please help your cats be good neighbors. How? FIX your cats!
- Do NOT feed at night. Cat food attracts raccoons, skunks and other wildlife to the neighbors.
- Provide mulched areas in YOUR backyard for them to use as a litter box, A plastic baby pool filled with mulch or sand works very well.
- Neighbors: If cats are living under your deck or shed, close it up with pavers or lattice.
- Use a water hose to get them off your patio furniture.
- Listen to your neighbors. They don't dislike the cats. They don't like the noise (which neutering will fix) and the odor from their pee and poop. HELP them!
- Please share the news for people who do not use Facebook
The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club recently sponsored a trip to the state Capitol in Harrisburg. On arrival, the group met with Rep. Marcia Hahn and Sen. Mario Scavello, who accompanied the group on an amazing tour of many sites of the Capitol. Rep. Emrick also was able to join them. Thanks to Mario and Marcia for an amazing and informative tour.
HJS Summer Riding Camp
HJS Summer Riding Camp I- Harry Potter Week! Will be held from Mon Jul 15 2019 at 09:00 am to Fri Jul 19 2019 at 03:00 pm at Heart's Journey Stables, 425 Kromer Rd, Wind Gap.
Full and half day camp options available for ages 5-12. Harry Potter week-come and learn to fly your own "Nimbus 2000"! One on one instruction for even the most timid riders on our reliable school horses. Our schedule includes daily group riding lesson and horseback games.
Campers learn Stable management including mucking, watering and feeding. We watch horse videos, make horse and theme related crafts and have a great time! Demos on tack cleaning, braiding, shoeing and jumping.
Over 16 years of happy campers with program designed by Professional ARIA Certified Trainer. Call (610)730-8016 FMI. Multiple week and family discounts available. $340/ week of full day; $265/week of half day. Downloadable registration forms can be found at www.heartsjourneystables.com.
You may also like the following event from Heart's Journey Stables: HJS Dressage & CT Schooling Show II in Wind Gap July 22, 09:00 am, HJS Summer Riding Camp II- Circus Week! in Wind Gap
Full and half day camp options available for ages 5-12. Harry Potter week-come and learn to fly your own "Nimbus 2000"! One on one instruction for even the most timid riders on our reliable school horses. Our schedule includes daily group riding lesson and horseback games.
Campers learn Stable management including mucking, watering and feeding. We watch horse videos, make horse and theme related crafts and have a great time! Demos on tack cleaning, braiding, shoeing and jumping.
Over 16 years of happy campers with program designed by Professional ARIA Certified Trainer. Call (610)730-8016 FMI. Multiple week and family discounts available. $340/ week of full day; $265/week of half day. Downloadable registration forms can be found at www.heartsjourneystables.com.
You may also like the following event from Heart's Journey Stables: HJS Dressage & CT Schooling Show II in Wind Gap July 22, 09:00 am, HJS Summer Riding Camp II- Circus Week! in Wind Gap
Preventing West Nile Virus.......
Portland Parade Video Highlights.........
VBS at Grace UMC, Pen Argyl
Children, teens and adults are all invited to join us July 29-August 2 from 6-8pm for a fun week of Vacation Bible School. There is no charge for this program and all are invited as we go Into The Wild for encounters with Jesus. Children, ages 3 and up, will learn about Jesus through stories, songs, crafts and games. Teens will focus on Jesus in their own teen program and adults of all ages are invited to join our adult Bible Study.
On Friday evening, there will be a closing program followed by an ice cream social.
For more information or to register, please call the church at 610-863-4811 or email [email protected].
BHS Class of 1954 65th Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1954 recently held their 65th class reunion at The Lakeside Restaurant in Saylorsburg. Forty-two people attended 30 of whom were classmates. The class recognized 68 class members who have died since graduation.
Russell Roper was elected president, Sherwood “Sherk” Jones, Vice-president; Kay Datesman Newton, Secretary and Shirley Fisher Kressler, Treasurer. Since most of the class members are in their 80’s, the class agreed to meet annually for a luncheon.
Russell Roper was elected president, Sherwood “Sherk” Jones, Vice-president; Kay Datesman Newton, Secretary and Shirley Fisher Kressler, Treasurer. Since most of the class members are in their 80’s, the class agreed to meet annually for a luncheon.
BAHS Grad Attends Publishing Program
Jordyn Taylor (left)
Jordyn Taylor, a Bangor Area High School graduate of 2017 and intern for the Slate Belt Town Topics, attended Susquehanna University’s second annual Publishing and Editing Summer Institute (SI) last week. She was a counselor for the camp which is held for high school students. The institute is one of many that gives students an insight into college life, let’s students explore the campus, and participate in activities that center around their passions.
These summer institutes are ranked in the top 20 in the nation by Value Colleges and 21st by College Consensus. The Publishing and Editing Summer Institute is among programs such as The Writer’s Workshop, Wind Ensemble Institute, and Wall Street Susquehanna which run during different weeks of the summer.
Susquehanna University offers the only summer program in the country for high school students interested in book publishing and allows students to become the roles involved in Publishing. From the Publisher and Managing Director, to the Art Designer, Marketing and Publicity Director, and Web Director/Social Media Manager, students took their roles seriously and created a book pitch and marketing campaign for a Young Adult Novel. They then pitched their book through a digital presentation to consumers (their parents and the SI staff) in the University Art Gallery.
Throughout the week, students listened to lectures by keynote speakers and worked with their team to implement the skills they learned about. There were also many long work sessions, early mornings and late nights, cafeteria dinners, bookstore visits, book discussions, and bonding moments.
The counselors, including Taylor, did not participate in the actual project, but attended the lectures and offered advice to the students based on their own experiences and the material they learned in the SI. According to counselor Rachel Pietrewicz, “working with the students in the SI was one of the most rewarding experiences in college.”
Taylor was also happy to share advice and believes the students did a great job with their presentations and throughout the week.
If you would like any information on the Summer Institutes or would like to attend one next year, please feel free to contact Taylor or view the Susquehanna University Website.
This baby wren is fed in a small bird house near the Slate Belt Town Topics. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
“Slate Belt Rising Scholarship Recipients”
As part of their commitment to engaging and helping local youth, Slate Belt Rising created a scholarship program as part of their 2018-2019 projects.
These scholarships are to help graduating seniors living in the Bangor Area and Pen Argyl Area School Districts defray the cost of furthering their education at a four-year college or university, community college, or trade school. Additionally, for seniors that may be going directly into the workforce for a skilled-trade, scholarship funds can be used to purchase tools.
This year’s Slate Belt Rising Scholarship recipients are Erin Firestone; a graduate of Pen Argyl Area High School, who will be furthering her education at Arizona State University studying Sports Business. Rachel Kromer; a graduate of Bangor Area High School who will be furthering her education at Delaware Valley University studying Animal Science. Angelica Liberto; a graduate of Pen Argyl Area High School, whoi will be furthering her education at Northampton Community College studying Early Childhood Education.
Slate Belt Rising would like to congratulate their scholarship recipients and wish all recent graduates success in their future endeavors!
These scholarships are to help graduating seniors living in the Bangor Area and Pen Argyl Area School Districts defray the cost of furthering their education at a four-year college or university, community college, or trade school. Additionally, for seniors that may be going directly into the workforce for a skilled-trade, scholarship funds can be used to purchase tools.
This year’s Slate Belt Rising Scholarship recipients are Erin Firestone; a graduate of Pen Argyl Area High School, who will be furthering her education at Arizona State University studying Sports Business. Rachel Kromer; a graduate of Bangor Area High School who will be furthering her education at Delaware Valley University studying Animal Science. Angelica Liberto; a graduate of Pen Argyl Area High School, whoi will be furthering her education at Northampton Community College studying Early Childhood Education.
Slate Belt Rising would like to congratulate their scholarship recipients and wish all recent graduates success in their future endeavors!
Y Provides Free Healthy Meals
Y serves free healthy lunches at 12 open meal summer sites.
Including the First United Methodist Church in Bangor
To help the Lehigh Valley’s children stay healthy and reach their full potential, the Greater Valley YMCA is offering a free Summer Meal Program thanks to support from various partnerships. Combining enrichment programming with every meal served, the program keeps kids’ minds active during the summer months while also serving a balanced lunch to those who may otherwise be at risk of hunger when the school year ends.
According to Feeding America, 1 in 6 children live with food insecurity and don’t know where their next meal is coming from. Maribel Tandazo, Director of Pathway Development at the Greater Valley YMCA shares, “The Y understands that the summer can be a particularly vulnerable time for kids who rely on free or reduced-price meals during the school year. The goal of the Y’s Summer Meal Program is to ensure that fewer kids and teens go hungry this summer.” The Y’s free meals sites are open to all individuals ages 18 and younger.
Last year, the Greater Valley YMCA served 3,700 meals across 5 summer meal sites throughout the Lehigh Valley. The Y is operating 12 summer meal locations this year, doubling the number of sites from last year. The summer meal sites vary from Y Branch locations, community parks, community pools, a fire station, and church. A full list of locations and times can be found at https://www.gv-ymca.org/YMCA%20Feeding%20Programs.
David Fagerstrom, President/CEO at the Greater Valley YMCA, states, “Hunger doesn’t stop just because the school year ends. At the Y, the kids we serve are considered part of our family. We are in this fight together, and the Y will do whatever can to combat youth hunger and set children up for success.”
As part of a long-time commitment to youth development, the Y nurtures the physical, mental and social-emotional development of youth. The Y is working to ensure all kids have access to nutritious meals and to reach their full potential when school is out for summer.
To learn more about the Y’s Food Programs, join, volunteer or donate, call 610-438-6065 or visit gv-ymca.org.
Trinity Making Ice Cream for 100 Years
Every July, Trinity United Church of Christ in Mount Bethel holds its annual Ice Cream Festival. According to church historical records, homemade ice cream was served at the church in 1887. More specific records indicate that an ice cream freezer was purchased in 1905. This decision started what is known as a long history of ice cream-making. Back in the 1900’s the ice cream was produced with fresh ingredients supplied by church members, many of whom were farmers who were able to donate fruit, eggs, or milk.
Over the years, the process of making of the ice cream was overseen by an Ice Cream Committee. As one of the Committee’s long-time volunteers Thelma Ott points out, "the labor was made a bit easier when a large electric mixer was purchased in the early 1940’s. Since that time, the homemade ice cream project evolved from serving ice cream following our fund-raising chicken suppers to a festival of its own."
This year’s Ice Cream Festival is planned for Saturday, July 13, from 4PM to 8PM, rain or shine. The annual event has grown into a big party atmosphere with music, an old-fashioned cakewalk, Tricky Tray, hot dogs, hamburgers, barbecue sandwiches, and of course our famous homemade ice cream.
They are planning to make 100 gallons of ice cream—that’s more than 2,000 scoops! Flavors include vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, peanut butter, and pineapple. The Ice Cream Committee works for hours the night before the Festival so that the ice cream is fresh and great-tasting.
Planning and shopping for all the ice and ingredients starts in advance of that weekend and preparing the church grounds for hundreds of Festival-goers is a part of Trinity UCC’s history. Come join Trinity on July 13 at 632 South Delaware Drive (Route 611), Mount Bethel, have some fun, and celebrate the ice cream tradition!
Over the years, the process of making of the ice cream was overseen by an Ice Cream Committee. As one of the Committee’s long-time volunteers Thelma Ott points out, "the labor was made a bit easier when a large electric mixer was purchased in the early 1940’s. Since that time, the homemade ice cream project evolved from serving ice cream following our fund-raising chicken suppers to a festival of its own."
This year’s Ice Cream Festival is planned for Saturday, July 13, from 4PM to 8PM, rain or shine. The annual event has grown into a big party atmosphere with music, an old-fashioned cakewalk, Tricky Tray, hot dogs, hamburgers, barbecue sandwiches, and of course our famous homemade ice cream.
They are planning to make 100 gallons of ice cream—that’s more than 2,000 scoops! Flavors include vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, peanut butter, and pineapple. The Ice Cream Committee works for hours the night before the Festival so that the ice cream is fresh and great-tasting.
Planning and shopping for all the ice and ingredients starts in advance of that weekend and preparing the church grounds for hundreds of Festival-goers is a part of Trinity UCC’s history. Come join Trinity on July 13 at 632 South Delaware Drive (Route 611), Mount Bethel, have some fun, and celebrate the ice cream tradition!
Local Poet Visits Bangor Public Library
Local Poet, Christopher Moore, visited the Bangor Public Library on Saturday to read from his upcoming manuscript. Moore is a Bangor Area High School Graduate who attends East Stroudsburg University where he is a major in History. He has been a poet since 2012 and was first published in 2015. Moore's first full-length poetry book was published in 2018 and his second is set to be released this summer.
During the reading, Moore read eight poems from his upcoming book including “Mediterranean Beauty,” “That Scent,” and “Garden State Hippie.” His poems were full of imagery and details that left the audience engaged with each poem. Moore’s poems ranged in topic from history, to family and friends and each had a personal inspiration. “I have moments where I might be driving, or I might be in the middle of a class, or I might be walking around, and all of a sudden it just comes to me,” Moore said about his inspiration. “It varies. It depends on the moment.”
Moore was not only personal with his poems, but with the audience as well. He spoke with them of his experiences, including his childhood where he explained how he disliked reading poetry, and connected with them on their own experiences. He also opened the conversation up to questions at the end of the reading. For more information on Christopher Moore, visit his website at www.christophermoorepoet.com or follow his Facebook Page: Christopher Moore Poetry.
During the reading, Moore read eight poems from his upcoming book including “Mediterranean Beauty,” “That Scent,” and “Garden State Hippie.” His poems were full of imagery and details that left the audience engaged with each poem. Moore’s poems ranged in topic from history, to family and friends and each had a personal inspiration. “I have moments where I might be driving, or I might be in the middle of a class, or I might be walking around, and all of a sudden it just comes to me,” Moore said about his inspiration. “It varies. It depends on the moment.”
Moore was not only personal with his poems, but with the audience as well. He spoke with them of his experiences, including his childhood where he explained how he disliked reading poetry, and connected with them on their own experiences. He also opened the conversation up to questions at the end of the reading. For more information on Christopher Moore, visit his website at www.christophermoorepoet.com or follow his Facebook Page: Christopher Moore Poetry.
Menhennitt Earns 912 Scholarship
Congratulations to Will Menhennitt, Bangor Area High School, who was the recipient of the $1,000.00 "912" Scholarship in memory of Dennis Strouse. Will plans to attend Northampton Area Community College for Criminal Justice.
Doug Toth, Rachel Kromer, and Ariella Menecola also received $500.00 Scholarships. Doug Toth will be attending Penn State University to study Meteorology, Rachel Kromer will be attending Delaware Valley University to study Animal Science/Pre-Professional and Ariella Menecola will be attending Jefferson University to study Marketing. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Doug Toth, Rachel Kromer, and Ariella Menecola also received $500.00 Scholarships. Doug Toth will be attending Penn State University to study Meteorology, Rachel Kromer will be attending Delaware Valley University to study Animal Science/Pre-Professional and Ariella Menecola will be attending Jefferson University to study Marketing. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Life on a World War II Battlefield
This is one of many scenes at the World War II historical presentation held at Jacobsburg Saturday and available today. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jordyn Taylor
by Jordyn Taylor
The Jacobsburg Historical Site kicked off its third annual World War Two Historical Weekend yesterday. At the Boulton Historic Site in Jacobsburg, visitors were transported back to WWII where they watched a weapons demonstration, a reenactment of the battle, and browsed various vendors.
Visitors toured Allied and German Camps staffed by re-enactors, saw period military and non-military displays, met and talked to veterans, shopped, and learned about multiple non-profit veterans organizations. They also watched a weapons demonstration where members of American and German re-enactment groups demonstrated how their weapons worked. During the presentations, the actors compared weapons, explained how to hold and load them, and fired blanks that could be heard across the field, making some onlookers jump, and others grin in excitement.
Some of the re-enactors had been there before, but others were there for the first time. Brett Dagnall, a first time participant who collects WWII gun replicas, said that although it was only his first time at the event, he had been studying WWII since he was a teenager. Dagnall also talked about his relatives that served, his interest in the event, and why he enjoys re-enacting.
“Almost all of the veterans that served in WWII have passed away,” he said. “Having grown up with them I feel like I have an obligation to tell the stories… These are the thing[s] you don’t get in the books or movies.”
Dagnall has also painted pictures of the time and creates prints of the paintings which he displayed next to his replicas.
During the weekend visitors heard personal stories and facts from the WWII time period.
The event continues today. If you want to know about foxholes, Unit Medics, or the Boulton Historic Site, visit the area and get involved! The event will be held from 9:00am-5:00pm. Visitors are also welcome to explore The Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum and the J. Joseph Henry House and Summer Kitchen, which will be open for tours from 12:00–4:00pm.
The Jacobsburg Historical Site kicked off its third annual World War Two Historical Weekend yesterday. At the Boulton Historic Site in Jacobsburg, visitors were transported back to WWII where they watched a weapons demonstration, a reenactment of the battle, and browsed various vendors.
Visitors toured Allied and German Camps staffed by re-enactors, saw period military and non-military displays, met and talked to veterans, shopped, and learned about multiple non-profit veterans organizations. They also watched a weapons demonstration where members of American and German re-enactment groups demonstrated how their weapons worked. During the presentations, the actors compared weapons, explained how to hold and load them, and fired blanks that could be heard across the field, making some onlookers jump, and others grin in excitement.
Some of the re-enactors had been there before, but others were there for the first time. Brett Dagnall, a first time participant who collects WWII gun replicas, said that although it was only his first time at the event, he had been studying WWII since he was a teenager. Dagnall also talked about his relatives that served, his interest in the event, and why he enjoys re-enacting.
“Almost all of the veterans that served in WWII have passed away,” he said. “Having grown up with them I feel like I have an obligation to tell the stories… These are the thing[s] you don’t get in the books or movies.”
Dagnall has also painted pictures of the time and creates prints of the paintings which he displayed next to his replicas.
During the weekend visitors heard personal stories and facts from the WWII time period.
The event continues today. If you want to know about foxholes, Unit Medics, or the Boulton Historic Site, visit the area and get involved! The event will be held from 9:00am-5:00pm. Visitors are also welcome to explore The Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum and the J. Joseph Henry House and Summer Kitchen, which will be open for tours from 12:00–4:00pm.
Library “Sprucing Up” This Summer
Kathleen Lynch
by Jordyn Taylor
The Bangor Public Library (BPL) has had some big changes since it was first established in 1921, and even more changes and adaptations are being made this summer. The library, which was originally Merchants Bank, was founded by the Bangor Women’s Club and is now owned by the Bangor Borough, which works with the library staff to maintain the building.
The BPL will be going through renovations this summer, including removing old curtains to be replaced with new ones, getting new film put on the windows to keep the books protected and keep the weather under control such as keeping cool air inside in the winter and heat in the winter, and cleaning the carpets, shelves, and the interior of the building through a cleaning service. This, according to the Director of the Library, Kathleen Lynch, “will spruce up the library and give it a nice clean shine and shimmer.”
The renovations are provided through the Friends of the Library, a group dedicated to promoting the library in the community and raising money to support it. They also organize fundraisers for the BPL such as book sales, a duck race, and wine events. Another renovation that was recently completed was the clock replacement, which is located directly outside the library in the parking lot. Lynch would like to thank all who contributed to this replacement. The clock is now upgraded and illuminates at night so it can still be seen if you happen to be reading after the sun sets.
Lynch was a teacher for 15 years in New Jersey and a substitute teacher in Bangor for 3 years. She has also been a patron of library for 15 years so she knows the ins and outs of both ends.
“What’s really great is that I've seen what the patrons have seen,” she said. “And I know how the backend of the library is seen.” She hopes to promote the library further and enhance it for the community.
“I know the kids and a lot of the parents and the teachers and I really have a vision for the library and see where we can be. As libraries across the nation have evolved, we follow with education and promoting that we are a place of community.”
In addition to promoting the field trip where 4th grade students visit their community (Bangor’s Historical Center, Merchant’s Bank, and the Library) to learn about their community and how it ties together, Lynch has spoken with UMBT member John Birmingham about how UMBT and the BPL can promote history, education, and literacy with adults and kids. She also hopes to speak with other boroughs and meet with school principals to link schools and communities together further. The boroughs the BPL currently serves are: UMBT, East Bangor, Bangor, Washington Township, Roseto, and Portland.
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The Bangor Public Library (BPL) has had some big changes since it was first established in 1921, and even more changes and adaptations are being made this summer. The library, which was originally Merchants Bank, was founded by the Bangor Women’s Club and is now owned by the Bangor Borough, which works with the library staff to maintain the building.
The BPL will be going through renovations this summer, including removing old curtains to be replaced with new ones, getting new film put on the windows to keep the books protected and keep the weather under control such as keeping cool air inside in the winter and heat in the winter, and cleaning the carpets, shelves, and the interior of the building through a cleaning service. This, according to the Director of the Library, Kathleen Lynch, “will spruce up the library and give it a nice clean shine and shimmer.”
The renovations are provided through the Friends of the Library, a group dedicated to promoting the library in the community and raising money to support it. They also organize fundraisers for the BPL such as book sales, a duck race, and wine events. Another renovation that was recently completed was the clock replacement, which is located directly outside the library in the parking lot. Lynch would like to thank all who contributed to this replacement. The clock is now upgraded and illuminates at night so it can still be seen if you happen to be reading after the sun sets.
Lynch was a teacher for 15 years in New Jersey and a substitute teacher in Bangor for 3 years. She has also been a patron of library for 15 years so she knows the ins and outs of both ends.
“What’s really great is that I've seen what the patrons have seen,” she said. “And I know how the backend of the library is seen.” She hopes to promote the library further and enhance it for the community.
“I know the kids and a lot of the parents and the teachers and I really have a vision for the library and see where we can be. As libraries across the nation have evolved, we follow with education and promoting that we are a place of community.”
In addition to promoting the field trip where 4th grade students visit their community (Bangor’s Historical Center, Merchant’s Bank, and the Library) to learn about their community and how it ties together, Lynch has spoken with UMBT member John Birmingham about how UMBT and the BPL can promote history, education, and literacy with adults and kids. She also hopes to speak with other boroughs and meet with school principals to link schools and communities together further. The boroughs the BPL currently serves are: UMBT, East Bangor, Bangor, Washington Township, Roseto, and Portland.
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The Bangor Class of 1959 presented scholarships to four Bangor Class of 2019 graduates during a luncheon held Wednesday at Napoli Pizza in Bangor. The recipients (seated) (l-r) Salvatore Schippers, Gulner Avci, Giavanna Murgia, and Taryn Geiger. Class of 59: (Middle) Joyce Doll, Barbara Albani, Sonya Cole, Bernice Ponnett, and Louis Ponnett. (Back) Pat Altorfor, Dale Pysher, Janice Cory, Ann Yale, Marlene Smith and Sherwood LaBar. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
BAHS Students Shine on Broadway Night
Bangor students perform for Broadway night at the Craig Paine Theater during the school's final stage night of the year. For seniors it was the culmination of their high school stage careers. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photos Jordyn Taylor
by Jordyn Taylor
The audience was enthralled with BAHS student performances during Broadway Night Thursday. The show featured over thirty songs from various musicals, from “Dear Evan Hansen” to “Once on This Island.”
The numbers showcased old, as well as new, costumes and added personal spins on well-known songs. The crowd not only gave a standing ovation to the performers at the end of the night, but gave thunderous applause, laughter, and maybe even some tears, throughout the night as well.
Broadway Night was scheduled for May 29th, but was postponed due to weather conditions. However, this didn’t get the students down. Instead, they used the time to practice and make the show the best they could.
This was recognized by Joseph Di Minico, Director of the BAHS Chamber Choir, among other ensembles.
“Broadway Night was a success,” he said. “It is great to share the talents of our students with the community. Broadway Night is meant to demonstrate the depth of talent we have at Bangor Area High School. In any given musical, you can only feature a handful of students. We have so much more talent than just those students.”
Senior Gianna Graziano agreed. “I think Broadway Night went better than we expected it to,” she said. “...Since [the event] was postponed, it gave us more time to rehearse our pieces and this gave us more confidence when doing our solos. We felt well prepared, and for me personally, I wouldn’t have asked my last performance on this stage to go any other way.”
Gianna Graziano put her own spin on her number when she performed “Show Off” from The Drowsy Chaperone with junior, Logan Holva. She used her Freddy Award as a prop and was also dressed in a costume featured in “42nd Street,” which was Bangor’s musical last year.
“I think the Freddy Award, and the 42nd street dress, were both a reflection of the amazing opportunities I’ve gotten and all the great accomplishments throughout my high school career amongst doing the musicals,” she said. “Using the Freddy actually was my director, Mr. Di Minico’s idea. At first I thought he was joking, but I thought about it, and found that his idea was brilliant.”
Graziano never got to wear the yellow dress in the show, but instead wore a dazzling blue ensemble while the rest of the cast wore yellow in the finale. “I figured getting to wear [this dress] would be the nod to all the beautiful costumes used in 42nd Street,” Graziano said. “This song was my last farewell on this stage saying “I don’t wanna show off no more,” but I very well do my best to do just that...“Show Off.”
Broadway Night was the last performance for seniors, who up until then had performed multiple times on the Bangor Area High School stage.
“It’s bittersweet,” said senior, Aryana Smith.” The music department has done so much for me and given me a home away from home. I’m grateful for every opportunity I’ve had and they’ve prepared me to keep going and follow my passions.” Smith lead the cast in the finale during the number “Mama Will Provide” from "Once on This Island".
“I knew I had to leave it all on stage for my last performance. The audience reaction just kept me going! I wanted to please them,” she said.
Graziano echoed Smith, saying, “Broadway night was a bittersweet emotional night, and I think it’s safe to say that I accomplished my goal, of making my mark on that stage... and not just scuff marks from tapping haha.”
Di Minico talked about how he is sad to see the seniors leave by saying, “I am sad to see the seniors go, but I know they will always be part of the BAHS Choir Family. I will see them all and keep in contact so it is not goodbye.” He also thanks the community and their constant support of the music program at BAHS.
The audience was enthralled with BAHS student performances during Broadway Night Thursday. The show featured over thirty songs from various musicals, from “Dear Evan Hansen” to “Once on This Island.”
The numbers showcased old, as well as new, costumes and added personal spins on well-known songs. The crowd not only gave a standing ovation to the performers at the end of the night, but gave thunderous applause, laughter, and maybe even some tears, throughout the night as well.
Broadway Night was scheduled for May 29th, but was postponed due to weather conditions. However, this didn’t get the students down. Instead, they used the time to practice and make the show the best they could.
This was recognized by Joseph Di Minico, Director of the BAHS Chamber Choir, among other ensembles.
“Broadway Night was a success,” he said. “It is great to share the talents of our students with the community. Broadway Night is meant to demonstrate the depth of talent we have at Bangor Area High School. In any given musical, you can only feature a handful of students. We have so much more talent than just those students.”
Senior Gianna Graziano agreed. “I think Broadway Night went better than we expected it to,” she said. “...Since [the event] was postponed, it gave us more time to rehearse our pieces and this gave us more confidence when doing our solos. We felt well prepared, and for me personally, I wouldn’t have asked my last performance on this stage to go any other way.”
Gianna Graziano put her own spin on her number when she performed “Show Off” from The Drowsy Chaperone with junior, Logan Holva. She used her Freddy Award as a prop and was also dressed in a costume featured in “42nd Street,” which was Bangor’s musical last year.
“I think the Freddy Award, and the 42nd street dress, were both a reflection of the amazing opportunities I’ve gotten and all the great accomplishments throughout my high school career amongst doing the musicals,” she said. “Using the Freddy actually was my director, Mr. Di Minico’s idea. At first I thought he was joking, but I thought about it, and found that his idea was brilliant.”
Graziano never got to wear the yellow dress in the show, but instead wore a dazzling blue ensemble while the rest of the cast wore yellow in the finale. “I figured getting to wear [this dress] would be the nod to all the beautiful costumes used in 42nd Street,” Graziano said. “This song was my last farewell on this stage saying “I don’t wanna show off no more,” but I very well do my best to do just that...“Show Off.”
Broadway Night was the last performance for seniors, who up until then had performed multiple times on the Bangor Area High School stage.
“It’s bittersweet,” said senior, Aryana Smith.” The music department has done so much for me and given me a home away from home. I’m grateful for every opportunity I’ve had and they’ve prepared me to keep going and follow my passions.” Smith lead the cast in the finale during the number “Mama Will Provide” from "Once on This Island".
“I knew I had to leave it all on stage for my last performance. The audience reaction just kept me going! I wanted to please them,” she said.
Graziano echoed Smith, saying, “Broadway night was a bittersweet emotional night, and I think it’s safe to say that I accomplished my goal, of making my mark on that stage... and not just scuff marks from tapping haha.”
Di Minico talked about how he is sad to see the seniors leave by saying, “I am sad to see the seniors go, but I know they will always be part of the BAHS Choir Family. I will see them all and keep in contact so it is not goodbye.” He also thanks the community and their constant support of the music program at BAHS.
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The Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce presents the most delicious week of the year – Slate Belt Restaurant Week!
From July 6 through July 14, participating Slate Belt Restaurants will offer fixed menus for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. No passes, tickets, or coupons are required. Instead, diners may simply visit their favorite participating restaurants throughout the week to enjoy the special priced breakfast, lunch or dinner menus. It is strongly recommended that diners make reservations in advance. Diners should contact restaurants directly to make reservations.
LINKS AND INFORMATION ON www.slatebeltchamber.org
Participating Restaurants include:
From July 6 through July 14, participating Slate Belt Restaurants will offer fixed menus for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. No passes, tickets, or coupons are required. Instead, diners may simply visit their favorite participating restaurants throughout the week to enjoy the special priced breakfast, lunch or dinner menus. It is strongly recommended that diners make reservations in advance. Diners should contact restaurants directly to make reservations.
LINKS AND INFORMATION ON www.slatebeltchamber.org
Participating Restaurants include:
- Anthony’s Pizzeria, 829 Male Rd., Wind Gap, 10:30 am-10 pm daily, www.facebook.com/anthonyspizzeriawindgap, 610-863-8827
- Bangor Trust Brewing, 15 Broadway, Bangor, Fri. 4-11 pm, Sat. 12-4 pm, Sun. 12-4 pm, www.bangortrustbrewing.com 610-452-3232
- Broadway Pub, 62 Broadway, Bangor, 11 am-1 am daily, www.thebroadwaypub.com, 610-452-9226
- Café on Broadway, 21 S. Broadway, Wind Gap, Tues-Sat. 11 am-7 pm, Sat 9 am-3 pm, www.facebook.com/cafeonbroadwaywindgap, 610-881-4261
- Detzi’s Tavern Inc, 570 Lehigh Ave., Wind Gap, 11 am-10:30 pm, Sun 12-8 pm, www.detzistavern.com, 610-863-9882
- Giordano’s Pizza House, 12 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Pen Argyl, Sun-Thu 11 am-10 pm, Fri/Sat 11-11 pm, http://www.giordanospa.com 610-863-9554
- Little Corner Café, 136 S. 1st St. Bangor, Tues-Sat 8 am-2 pm, Sun 8 am-1 pm Breakfast only, Fri/Sat 5 pm-8 pm dinner only, www.littlecornercafe.com, www.facebook.com/thelittlecornercafe. 610-452-9170
- Richmond Hotel/Restaurant, 8491 Delaware Dr. Bangor, Tues, Wed, Thur 3-10 pm, Fri, Sat, Sun 12-10 pm, www.facebook.com/bangorrichmondhotel, 610-588-6556
- Riverton Hotel & Restaurant, 7758 Martins Creek Belvidere Hwy, Bangor, Tues 4-10 pm, Wed-Sat 11 am-10 pm, sun 9 am-9 pm, www.rivertonhotel.com, 610-498-4241
- Teresa’s Pizza Cucina, 3040 N. Delaware Dr Mt Bethel, Mon-Thu 10:30 am-10 pm, Fri/Sat 10:30 am-11 pm, Sun 11 am-9 pm, http://www.teresaspizzacucina.com 570-897-6400
- The Slate Pub, 509 E. Main St., Pen Argyl, Mon-Sat 11 am-2 am, sun 12 pm-12 am, www.slatepub.com, 610-881-4700
- TK’s Family Restaurant, 2500 N. Delaware Ave., Mt Bethel, 7 am-12 am daily, www.tksrestaurant.com, 570-897-6112
July 15
Roseto Summer Recreation
Roseto Borough is happy to announce our 2019 summer recreation program. The dates will be the weeks of July 15 and July 22. We start at 9:00am and end at noon each day, Monday - Friday. There is no cost for Roseto residents and a $30.00 per child for nonresidents. Children that have completed kindergarten up to 6th grade are invited to attend. There will be a registration time on Saturday July 13, 9:00-12:00 at the Roseto ballpark pavilion.
HJS Summer Riding Camp I
HJS Summer Riding Camp I- Harry Potter Week! Will be held from Mon Jul 15 2019 at 09:00 am to Fri Jul 19 2019 at 03:00 pm at Heart's Journey Stables, 425 Kromer Rd, Wind Gap.
Full and half day camp options available for ages 5-12. Harry Potter week-come and learn to fly your own "Nimbus 2000"! One on one instruction for even the most timid riders on our reliable school horses. Our schedule includes daily group riding lesson and horseback games.
Campers learn Stable management including mucking, watering and feeding. We watch horse videos, make horse and theme related crafts and have a great time! Demos on tack cleaning, braiding, shoeing and jumping.
Over 16 years of happy campers with program designed by Professional ARIA Certified Trainer. Call (610)730-8016 FMI. Multiple week and family discounts available. $340/ week of full day; $265/week of half day. Downloadable registration forms can be found at www.heartsjourneystables.com.
You may also like the following event from Heart's Journey Stables: HJS Dressage & CT Schooling Show II in Wind Gap July 22, 09:00 am, HJS Summer Riding Camp II- Circus Week! in Wind Gap
July 15 - 18
Kid's Art Camp
The Extraordinary Travel Summer Kid’s Art Camp will be held Monday, July 15th, Tuesday, July 16th, & Thursday, July 18th from 9am to 12pm.
Happening at Bloom Creative Studio, kids ages 6 and up can enjoy a 3 day art curriculum that includes daily art journaling, art challenges, fun facts, art projects, and more fun, creative activities! The Extraordinary Travel theme will include space travel, time travel, and inner space.
Take a journey of artistic expression as we travel through space and time. During our extraordinary travel series we will encounter dinosaurs, robots, and alien creatures while we contemplate the future, re-imagine the past, and learn what Picasso had to do with alternative universes.
3 hours a day for 3 days - all materials, instruction, and fun for $99! Kid’s Art Camp attendees and can also join Kid’s Art Wednesday on July 17th from 9 am - 12 pm for an additional $25. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. REGISTER HERE
July 15 - 19
East Bangor VBS
Vacation Bible School is coming to East Bangor United Methodist Community Church on July 15th - 19th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The theme is "Water Mysteries". Ages 4 to Adult are welcome. An adult class will be offered and dinner will be served nightly. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. (610-588-4453)
HJS Summer Riding Camp
HJS Summer Riding Camp I- Harry Potter Week! Will be held from Monday, Jul 15 at 9:00 am to Friday, Jul 19 at 3:00 pm at Heart's Journey Stables, 425 Kromer Rd, Wind Gap.
Full and half day camp options available for ages 5-12. Harry Potter week-come and learn to fly your own "Nimbus 2000"! One on one instruction for even the most timid riders on our reliable school horses. Our schedule includes daily group riding lessons and horseback games. Campers learn Stable management including mucking, watering, and feeding. We watch horse videos, make horse and theme related crafts, and have a great time! Demos on tack cleaning, braiding, shoeing, and jumping. Over 16 years of happy campers with program designed by Professional ARIA Certified Trainer. Call (610)730-8016 FMI. Multiple week and family discounts available. $340/ week of full day; $265/week of half day. Downloadable registration forms can be found at www.heartsjourneystables.com.
You may also like the following events from Heart's Journey Stables: Saturday, 6th July, 8:00 am, HJS Dressage & CT Schooling Show II in Wind Gap. July 22, 9:00 am, HJS Summer Riding Camp II- Circus Week! in Wind Gap.
July 18
Solar System Journey
Journey through the Solar System Science on a Sphere show Hosted by Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St., Easton, July 18 from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Take a journey through the solar system by visiting the sun, the Earth’s moon, and all the planets in this fascinating Science on a Sphere show. Discover the characteristics that make Earth unique.
July 19
Paint Your Pet
Paint your pet night with Karin at Bloom on Friday, July 19 from 6 to 8 PM. Paint on a 12x16 for $35 or 16x20 for $45. After registering we will send you a email to send your photo so we can pre-sketch your canvas and bring your photo with you. Register early, class size is limited and this class is becoming very popular! Reserve your spot today. REGISTER HERE
Family Luau
Friday Night, July 19 Family Luau is slated for 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm. $3 per adult (18+), $2 per child (3-17) includes pool admission, DJ, games, and contests with prizes and 1 family luau souvenir photo. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
July 20
Star Party
Easton Star Party hosted by Nurture Nature Center will be held July 20 from 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM at Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St, Easton. Join them for some spectacular night sky viewing this summer. They will host a star party at Scott Park July 20th from 8:30-10:30 pm. Telescopes and astronomy experts will be available to help you see constellations and planets and answer your questions. The event is free and open to all. If there is inclement weather or poor visibility, they will cancel the event and let those that register know.
Annual Duck Race
The Friends of the Bangor Library will hold their annual Duck Race on July 20th in conjunction with the Downtown Bangor Merchants Sidewalk Sales. The Ducks will be put in the Bangor (Martins) Creek at the Pennsylvania Avenue site and will make their trek down the creek which runs through the heart of town.
Their destination will be at the intersection of Broadway and North Main Street, next to the library. Monetary prizes will be given out for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place. Tickets are available at the library for $5.00. Post time for the race is 3:00 PM rain or shine. You do not have to be present to win. For additional information, contact the library at 610-588-4136 or call Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. Come out and enjoy the fun!
Experience Kirtan
The Kirtan experience will be held Saturday, July 20 from 4:00 ~ 6:00pm on Signal Hill at Columcille in Upper Mount Bethel Township.
Leading a blend of ancient chants, powerful affirmations and original Kir
Roseto Summer Recreation
Roseto Borough is happy to announce our 2019 summer recreation program. The dates will be the weeks of July 15 and July 22. We start at 9:00am and end at noon each day, Monday - Friday. There is no cost for Roseto residents and a $30.00 per child for nonresidents. Children that have completed kindergarten up to 6th grade are invited to attend. There will be a registration time on Saturday July 13, 9:00-12:00 at the Roseto ballpark pavilion.
HJS Summer Riding Camp I
HJS Summer Riding Camp I- Harry Potter Week! Will be held from Mon Jul 15 2019 at 09:00 am to Fri Jul 19 2019 at 03:00 pm at Heart's Journey Stables, 425 Kromer Rd, Wind Gap.
Full and half day camp options available for ages 5-12. Harry Potter week-come and learn to fly your own "Nimbus 2000"! One on one instruction for even the most timid riders on our reliable school horses. Our schedule includes daily group riding lesson and horseback games.
Campers learn Stable management including mucking, watering and feeding. We watch horse videos, make horse and theme related crafts and have a great time! Demos on tack cleaning, braiding, shoeing and jumping.
Over 16 years of happy campers with program designed by Professional ARIA Certified Trainer. Call (610)730-8016 FMI. Multiple week and family discounts available. $340/ week of full day; $265/week of half day. Downloadable registration forms can be found at www.heartsjourneystables.com.
You may also like the following event from Heart's Journey Stables: HJS Dressage & CT Schooling Show II in Wind Gap July 22, 09:00 am, HJS Summer Riding Camp II- Circus Week! in Wind Gap
July 15 - 18
Kid's Art Camp
The Extraordinary Travel Summer Kid’s Art Camp will be held Monday, July 15th, Tuesday, July 16th, & Thursday, July 18th from 9am to 12pm.
Happening at Bloom Creative Studio, kids ages 6 and up can enjoy a 3 day art curriculum that includes daily art journaling, art challenges, fun facts, art projects, and more fun, creative activities! The Extraordinary Travel theme will include space travel, time travel, and inner space.
Take a journey of artistic expression as we travel through space and time. During our extraordinary travel series we will encounter dinosaurs, robots, and alien creatures while we contemplate the future, re-imagine the past, and learn what Picasso had to do with alternative universes.
3 hours a day for 3 days - all materials, instruction, and fun for $99! Kid’s Art Camp attendees and can also join Kid’s Art Wednesday on July 17th from 9 am - 12 pm for an additional $25. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. REGISTER HERE
July 15 - 19
East Bangor VBS
Vacation Bible School is coming to East Bangor United Methodist Community Church on July 15th - 19th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The theme is "Water Mysteries". Ages 4 to Adult are welcome. An adult class will be offered and dinner will be served nightly. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. (610-588-4453)
HJS Summer Riding Camp
HJS Summer Riding Camp I- Harry Potter Week! Will be held from Monday, Jul 15 at 9:00 am to Friday, Jul 19 at 3:00 pm at Heart's Journey Stables, 425 Kromer Rd, Wind Gap.
Full and half day camp options available for ages 5-12. Harry Potter week-come and learn to fly your own "Nimbus 2000"! One on one instruction for even the most timid riders on our reliable school horses. Our schedule includes daily group riding lessons and horseback games. Campers learn Stable management including mucking, watering, and feeding. We watch horse videos, make horse and theme related crafts, and have a great time! Demos on tack cleaning, braiding, shoeing, and jumping. Over 16 years of happy campers with program designed by Professional ARIA Certified Trainer. Call (610)730-8016 FMI. Multiple week and family discounts available. $340/ week of full day; $265/week of half day. Downloadable registration forms can be found at www.heartsjourneystables.com.
You may also like the following events from Heart's Journey Stables: Saturday, 6th July, 8:00 am, HJS Dressage & CT Schooling Show II in Wind Gap. July 22, 9:00 am, HJS Summer Riding Camp II- Circus Week! in Wind Gap.
July 18
Solar System Journey
Journey through the Solar System Science on a Sphere show Hosted by Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St., Easton, July 18 from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Take a journey through the solar system by visiting the sun, the Earth’s moon, and all the planets in this fascinating Science on a Sphere show. Discover the characteristics that make Earth unique.
July 19
Paint Your Pet
Paint your pet night with Karin at Bloom on Friday, July 19 from 6 to 8 PM. Paint on a 12x16 for $35 or 16x20 for $45. After registering we will send you a email to send your photo so we can pre-sketch your canvas and bring your photo with you. Register early, class size is limited and this class is becoming very popular! Reserve your spot today. REGISTER HERE
Family Luau
Friday Night, July 19 Family Luau is slated for 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm. $3 per adult (18+), $2 per child (3-17) includes pool admission, DJ, games, and contests with prizes and 1 family luau souvenir photo. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
July 20
Star Party
Easton Star Party hosted by Nurture Nature Center will be held July 20 from 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM at Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St, Easton. Join them for some spectacular night sky viewing this summer. They will host a star party at Scott Park July 20th from 8:30-10:30 pm. Telescopes and astronomy experts will be available to help you see constellations and planets and answer your questions. The event is free and open to all. If there is inclement weather or poor visibility, they will cancel the event and let those that register know.
Annual Duck Race
The Friends of the Bangor Library will hold their annual Duck Race on July 20th in conjunction with the Downtown Bangor Merchants Sidewalk Sales. The Ducks will be put in the Bangor (Martins) Creek at the Pennsylvania Avenue site and will make their trek down the creek which runs through the heart of town.
Their destination will be at the intersection of Broadway and North Main Street, next to the library. Monetary prizes will be given out for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place. Tickets are available at the library for $5.00. Post time for the race is 3:00 PM rain or shine. You do not have to be present to win. For additional information, contact the library at 610-588-4136 or call Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. Come out and enjoy the fun!
Experience Kirtan
The Kirtan experience will be held Saturday, July 20 from 4:00 ~ 6:00pm on Signal Hill at Columcille in Upper Mount Bethel Township.
Leading a blend of ancient chants, powerful affirmations and original Kir