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CLICK HERE TO READ THE MONROE DAILY NEWSHelp Wanted..... Advertising Sales Rep for Slate Belt Town Topics Online and Print Newspapers.......Part Time ........ Great Pay for the right person. ...... 610-863-1988 or e-mail [email protected] ![]() These girls were among 75 aspiring Slate Belt junior cheerleaders who participated in a cheerleading clinic by the Philadelphia Eagle cheerleaders Tuesday night at East Bangor Park. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory (More photos this week)
Desperately Needed – Caring Communities![]() By: Penny Conway
Member: The Addict’s Mom My two children are adults now, with children of their own. I am blessed with 2 beautiful grandchildren. I look into their little eyes and see the wonder, innocence and curiosity that is their world. …. I know this will change, very soon. Within 3 short years, statistics have shown that my now 7 year old grandson could very well be introduced to drugs. In a split second, a wrong choice can alter the course of his life and the lives of the people who love him. Addiction shatters the addict’s life, it cripples the family, it weakens the workforce, it destroys the safety of the community. Ever so slowly, I am seeing a shift in attitudes. Police departments are adopting Angel Programs, this is not a get out of jail free card – it is designed to help the addict that wants to get clean. Prescription prescribing and monitoring laws are being put into place. Physicians, pharmacies and emergency rooms are being re-trained and limited in the disbursement of opioids. EMS crews and most police departments are carrying narcon. Departments are discovering when treatment is offered immediately after an overdose, when an addict is at their most vulnerable, the success rate is higher. Keeping a database, reaching out to families, getting the family help is another positive step in the right direction. As overdose rates keep climbing, is it not time for the community to reach out? Do you know if our schools are teaching prevention? Prevention is so important, just say no has not worked. Knowledge, knowing the facts is key. Understanding the heavy influence peer pressure can have on a tween/teen is critical. Being aware of the impact the mere presence of peers can have on your child’s decision making, without any coercing or encouragement. If more churches were to open their doors to recovery programs that work for our children, relapses would decrease. Smart Recovery and Celebrate Recovery are two very successful programs that our youth are embracing. It is programs like these, sponsored by caring adults that allow them to stay clean and contribute back to their community, to become successful thriving adults. We must ask ourselves, are we doing enough? Are we discarding our at risk youths, closing our hearts and minds for the simple reason that it is not my child. Is this the environment we want to raise our children in, where they already feel no one cares if they live or die! As a recovering addict’s mom, I am only trying to stop the shame and stigma of addiction. To let you know you are not alone. We are stronger together. If addiction has affected you, please join us at Lights Of Hope, Sept 9th at the Wm. Pensyl Social Hall in Portland, PA. 5 -7:30 PM. Ending with a common bond, as we honor, remember, encourage and support our addicted loved ones with a candlelight vigil, church bells, song and prayer. Growing Up in the Butcher Shop
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Annual Lights of Hope......
The Addict’s Mom invites you to their annual Lights of Hope which is one many nationally run events to raise awareness to drug addition during September which is National Recovery Month. This year's event will be held from 5:00pm - 7:30pm, Saturday September 9 at the William Pensyl Social Hall in Portland.
If addiction has affected you - this is an event that you don’t want to miss. Addiction is a “monster” that affects the entire family and the Addict’s Mom is here to help. If you have any questions, ideas, or experiences that you would like to share, please contact [email protected]
If you would like to share publicly you can use the forum provided below. (Note: In the box titled "NAME" do not use your real name. Use a nickname or a handle.)
If addiction has affected you - this is an event that you don’t want to miss. Addiction is a “monster” that affects the entire family and the Addict’s Mom is here to help. If you have any questions, ideas, or experiences that you would like to share, please contact [email protected]
If you would like to share publicly you can use the forum provided below. (Note: In the box titled "NAME" do not use your real name. Use a nickname or a handle.)
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Roseto Bandits Baseball.....

Roseto Bandits' second baseman Tommy Young covers first base during the Bandits' 8-3 loss to the Hellertown Royals in Blue Mountain League action Sunday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
BSYF Youth Football Speed and Agility Camp
East Bangor Park July 17, 19, 20 and 21 from 6pm to 8pm (Registration info coming soon)
Awards and prizes ...and much, much more. All for the low price of $95.
East Bangor Park July 17, 19, 20 and 21 from 6pm to 8pm (Registration info coming soon)
Awards and prizes ...and much, much more. All for the low price of $95.
July 21 Regular Events
Connections for Women - Hopesprings, Market St., Bangor 10am - 1pm.
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Knitters of the Round Table - Blue Mt. Comm. Library, 10:30am. 610-863-3029
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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 [email protected].
CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDAR
Kirkridge Annual Clam Bake
Kirkridge’s annual clam bake Aug. 10th, 6:30pm by early reservations only for $40.00+tax, see the website for the menu@ www.kirkridge.org for reservations call 610-588-1793 or email [email protected]
Kirkridge’s annual clam bake Aug. 10th, 6:30pm by early reservations only for $40.00+tax, see the website for the menu@ www.kirkridge.org for reservations call 610-588-1793 or email [email protected]
Entertainment This Week
July 21
Deer Head Inn - Rich Jenkins Quartet 7:00 pm Newton Theater - Pure Prairie League 8:00 pm Penn's Peak - Becky & The Beasts Deck Party 6:30 pm Porter's Pub - Vaughn Stoffey 10:00 pm Roy's Hall - Sonny Landreth Trio 8:00 pm Sarah Street Gill - I AM BUFFALO 10:00 pm |
July 22
Country Gate Theater - Willy Wonka 8:00 pm Deer Head Inn - Giacomo Gates 7:00 pm Mount Airy Casino - Jay Sean 10:00 pm Get Wet Newton Theater - Australia's Thunder From Under Aussie Adventure 2017 Tour/Girls' Night Outback!, 8:00 pm Penn's Peak -Wine on the Mountain 12:00 pm Porter's Pub - Small Axe 10:00 pm Sarah Street Gill - The Shift 10:00 pm |
Northampton County Junior Conservation School
July 16-23
This week-long camp for students ages 14 to 17 is sponsored by the Northampton County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs and DCNR/Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. The school includes a two-day canoe trip on the Delaware River as well as field trips to beautiful natural areas in the county. Activities include camping, hiking, canoeing, archery, birding and much more! For more information, contact Andy Curtis, Program Director at 215-679-0259.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
July 16-23
This week-long camp for students ages 14 to 17 is sponsored by the Northampton County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs and DCNR/Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. The school includes a two-day canoe trip on the Delaware River as well as field trips to beautiful natural areas in the county. Activities include camping, hiking, canoeing, archery, birding and much more! For more information, contact Andy Curtis, Program Director at 215-679-0259.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY - July 21
The First Battle of Bull Run - 1861
In the first major land battle of the Civil War, a large Union force under General Irvin McDowell is routed by a Confederate army under General Pierre G.T. Beauregard.
Three months after the Civil War erupted at Fort Sumter, Union military command still believed that the Confederacy could be crushed quickly and with little loss of life. In July, this overconfidence led to a premature offensive into northern Virginia by General McDowell. Searching out the Confederate forces, McDowell led 34,000 troops–mostly inexperienced and poorly trained militiamen–toward the railroad junction of Manassas, located just 30 miles from Washington, D.C. Alerted to the Union advance, General Beauregard massed some 20,000 troops there and was soon joined by General Joseph Johnston, who brought some 9,000 more troops by railroad.
On the morning of July 21, hearing of the proximity of the two opposing forces, hundreds of civilians–men, women, and children–turned out to watch the first major battle of the Civil War. The fighting commenced with three Union divisions crossing the Bull Run stream, and the Confederate flank was driven back to Henry House Hill. However, at this strategic location, Beauregard had fashioned a strong defensive line anchored by a brigade of Virginia infantry under General Thomas J. Jackson. Firing from a concealed slope, Jackson’s men repulsed a series of Federal charges, winning Jackson his famous nickname “Stonewall.”
Meanwhile, Confederate cavalry under J.E.B. Stuart captured the Union artillery, and Beauregard ordered a counterattack on the exposed Union right flank. The rebels came charging down the hill, yelling furiously, and McDowell’s line was broken, forcing his troops in a hasty retreat across Bull Run. The retreat soon became an unorganized flight, and supplies littered the road back to Washington. Union forces endured a loss of 3,000 men killed, wounded, or missing in action while the Confederates suffered 2,000 casualties. The scale of this bloodshed horrified not only the frightened spectators at Bull Run but also the U.S. government in Washington, which was faced with an uncertain military strategy in quelling the “Southern insurrection.”
Three months after the Civil War erupted at Fort Sumter, Union military command still believed that the Confederacy could be crushed quickly and with little loss of life. In July, this overconfidence led to a premature offensive into northern Virginia by General McDowell. Searching out the Confederate forces, McDowell led 34,000 troops–mostly inexperienced and poorly trained militiamen–toward the railroad junction of Manassas, located just 30 miles from Washington, D.C. Alerted to the Union advance, General Beauregard massed some 20,000 troops there and was soon joined by General Joseph Johnston, who brought some 9,000 more troops by railroad.
On the morning of July 21, hearing of the proximity of the two opposing forces, hundreds of civilians–men, women, and children–turned out to watch the first major battle of the Civil War. The fighting commenced with three Union divisions crossing the Bull Run stream, and the Confederate flank was driven back to Henry House Hill. However, at this strategic location, Beauregard had fashioned a strong defensive line anchored by a brigade of Virginia infantry under General Thomas J. Jackson. Firing from a concealed slope, Jackson’s men repulsed a series of Federal charges, winning Jackson his famous nickname “Stonewall.”
Meanwhile, Confederate cavalry under J.E.B. Stuart captured the Union artillery, and Beauregard ordered a counterattack on the exposed Union right flank. The rebels came charging down the hill, yelling furiously, and McDowell’s line was broken, forcing his troops in a hasty retreat across Bull Run. The retreat soon became an unorganized flight, and supplies littered the road back to Washington. Union forces endured a loss of 3,000 men killed, wounded, or missing in action while the Confederates suffered 2,000 casualties. The scale of this bloodshed horrified not only the frightened spectators at Bull Run but also the U.S. government in Washington, which was faced with an uncertain military strategy in quelling the “Southern insurrection.”
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BVFS Pre-Registration Night
Tuesday, July 25 at 7 PM - 8 PM
Public · Hosted by Blue Valley Farm Show Cost is $2 for an Exhibitors number. You can enter as many items as you like. Questions...feel free to message their facebook page.
BVFS Pre-Registration Night
Tuesday, August 2 at 7 PM - 8 PM
Public · Hosted by Blue Valley Farm Show Cost is $2 for an Exhibitors number. You can enter as many items as you like. Questions...feel free to message their facebook page.
NYC Trip to San Genaro Festival
Merchants Bank Walkers are sponsoring a bus trip to New York on Sept. 16,2017. Little Italy will be the one and only drop off and pick up location. The San Genaro Festival will be taking place for anyone to enjoy but there are many other places of interest nearby in walking distance or by taxi. The bus will leave from the 191 branch at 8:30 and leave NY at 4:30.
All proceeds will be donated to The American Cancer Society thru Relay For Life/Slate Belt. For information contact Karen at 484-390-0743 or any branch of Merchants Bank.
Merchants Bank Walkers are sponsoring a bus trip to New York on Sept. 16,2017. Little Italy will be the one and only drop off and pick up location. The San Genaro Festival will be taking place for anyone to enjoy but there are many other places of interest nearby in walking distance or by taxi. The bus will leave from the 191 branch at 8:30 and leave NY at 4:30.
All proceeds will be donated to The American Cancer Society thru Relay For Life/Slate Belt. For information contact Karen at 484-390-0743 or any branch of Merchants Bank.
Bangor Class of 1967 Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Shawnee Inn Resort. Addresses are needed of the following classmates: Susan Dennis, Joseph Duvo, Linda Engler, William Fisher, Harvey Frable, Susan Horn, Kathryn Jewell, Stephen Lamson, Paul Meyers, Carol Sagan, Allison Smith, Roberta Stull, John Sullivan and Mortimer Wells III. Anyone with information can contact: Ken Brewer @ 484-515-3052.
The Bangor High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Shawnee Inn Resort. Addresses are needed of the following classmates: Susan Dennis, Joseph Duvo, Linda Engler, William Fisher, Harvey Frable, Susan Horn, Kathryn Jewell, Stephen Lamson, Paul Meyers, Carol Sagan, Allison Smith, Roberta Stull, John Sullivan and Mortimer Wells III. Anyone with information can contact: Ken Brewer @ 484-515-3052.
Prince of Peace Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will be held July 24 – July 28, 2017, from 6:15pm-8:00pm. Located at 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, Pa. This year’s theme is Passport to Peru – Discovering God’s Good Gifts! All children from ages 2 to 11 are invited to attend VBS. For more information and registration forms visit the church website: www.popbangor.org
Vacation Bible School at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will be held July 24 – July 28, 2017, from 6:15pm-8:00pm. Located at 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, Pa. This year’s theme is Passport to Peru – Discovering God’s Good Gifts! All children from ages 2 to 11 are invited to attend VBS. For more information and registration forms visit the church website: www.popbangor.org
Iron Pigs Baseball Tickets
The Bangor Lions Club has tickets available for the Iron Pigs baseball game on August 7 at Coca Cola Park. The price is $15 and includes a $2 voucher good towards food, drinks or merchandise. If you are interested in helping the Lions club with their fundraiser, please contact Michelle Peterson at 908-362-6703. There are a limited amount of tickets available and are on a first come, first serve basis.
The Bangor Lions Club has tickets available for the Iron Pigs baseball game on August 7 at Coca Cola Park. The price is $15 and includes a $2 voucher good towards food, drinks or merchandise. If you are interested in helping the Lions club with their fundraiser, please contact Michelle Peterson at 908-362-6703. There are a limited amount of tickets available and are on a first come, first serve basis.
Bangor Park 2017 Summer Events:
Friday Night, July 15th: Splashdance at the pool from 7:30 pm-9:30 pm for all teens that will be entering 7th, 8th and 9th grades.
Friday Night, July 21st: Family Luau. 7 pm to 9:30 pm admission fees to be announced at a later date.August 12th: Summer Pool Party 1 pm to 4 pm admission fees to be announced at a later date.
August 19th: Pooch Plunge at Pool Time to be announced.
The last day of the pool season is one for our furry friends. Come out with man’s (or women’s) best friend and enjoy one of the last days of summer with a doggie swim day!
Anyone interested in volunteering for the Park Board or any of these events can contact Debbie Smith at [email protected] or 610-751-7692
Friday Night, July 15th: Splashdance at the pool from 7:30 pm-9:30 pm for all teens that will be entering 7th, 8th and 9th grades.
Friday Night, July 21st: Family Luau. 7 pm to 9:30 pm admission fees to be announced at a later date.August 12th: Summer Pool Party 1 pm to 4 pm admission fees to be announced at a later date.
August 19th: Pooch Plunge at Pool Time to be announced.
The last day of the pool season is one for our furry friends. Come out with man’s (or women’s) best friend and enjoy one of the last days of summer with a doggie swim day!
Anyone interested in volunteering for the Park Board or any of these events can contact Debbie Smith at [email protected] or 610-751-7692
Pen Argyl Park Yoga: Mondays and Thursdays at the Weona Park Community Center at 6 P.M. Please contact Janelle Connolly at 484-707-5961 or http://www.namastefit.org Weona Park community center building. All levels welcome. Beginners encouraged to attend. Class fee will be $10 Please bring a mat, towel and small blanket. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to class start. Dress in clothing that you can easily move in and feel comfortable in. Recommend dressing in light layers
Pen Argyl Golf Course and Carousel open Wed - Fri. - 3 P.M -9 P.M., Saturday & Sunday 12 P.M.-9 P.M.
Bangor park pool is open 11AM-7PM Saturday and Sunday and Noon -7PM weekdays.
Pen Argyl Golf Course and Carousel open Wed - Fri. - 3 P.M -9 P.M., Saturday & Sunday 12 P.M.-9 P.M.
Bangor park pool is open 11AM-7PM Saturday and Sunday and Noon -7PM weekdays.
Pen Argyl Summer Sounds
Concerts are held at Weona Park beginning at 6:00pm. The Summer Sounds Concert schedule follows:
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Wind Gap Summer Sounds
Concerts are held rain or shine and begin at 6:00 pm. The Summer Sounds Concert Schedule is as follows:
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Friends of the Bangor Public Library Events
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library announce the following Save-the-Date” events:
New members are always welcome. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library announce the following Save-the-Date” events:
- August 15th- 19th: Summer Book Sale @ The Blue Valley Farm Show
- September 16th: Bake Sale @ Ace Hardware, Capitol Plaza
- November 11th: Author Brunch w/Joe DeFranco @ The Library
- December 2nd: Breakfast w/ Santa @ The Bee Hive Community Center
New members are always welcome. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615
Totts Gap Arts Events Schedule
July 21 Scagliola Workshop August 6 MUSE Concert Series September 8 Totts Gap Dance at COTA September 11 Children & Adult Fall Classes Begin September 16 & 17 Totts Gap Arts @ Riverside Festival of the Arts. September 23 Mural Dedication Day October Wine & Good Will @ Tolino’s. October 23 New Adult Classes Begin November 11 Annual Scholarship Dinner December 10 Community Open House
Heritage Center Calendar of Events
Slate Belt Heritage Center Calendar of Events for 2017
- Thursday, August 10, 7 PM- Homefront’s “Guests of Honor”
- Thursday, September 14, 7 PM-TBA
- Thursday, October, 12, 7 PM- Haunted Heritage Presentation
- Thursday, November, 9, 7 PM-Veterans Day Program
- Sunday, December 10, 2 PM-TBA
Tasty Tuesdays at Trinity Lutheran Church
Trinity Lutheran Church, located at Broadway and 4th Streets in Bangor, will once again offer the free bag lunch program to children, families and individuals in the Slatebelt Community this summer. Tasty Tuesdays will begin on June 13 and will run until August 8th. Every Tuesday the bag lunch will be available between 11am- 1pm and will contain a sandwich, fresh fruit/vegetable, chips, healthy snack bar, and a drink. Please call the church office to register- 610-588-2023, or come to the church on June 13 between 11am- 1pm.
Bus Trip to National Civil War Museum
Join the Slate Belt Heritage Center for their bus trip to the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA, on Saturday, September 16, 2017. The bus will leave at 8:00 AM from Weiss Market, Route 512 in Bangor, and will return at 5:00 PM. Cost per individual is $95.00 which includes bus ticket and admission ticket into the museum. This is the only museum that tells the entire Civil War story. Local Civil War expert and the National Civil War Museum educator Dane DiFebo will host a special presentation for the tour. See exhibits, visit with re-enactors on the museum grounds, attend Hari Jones program on the United State Colored Troops in the South from 1865-1870 and much more. Reservations are required and a light lunch will be provided. Tickets are available at Bray’s News, 36 Broadway and Heard’s Market, 501 South Main Street, both in Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Cathy Heard @ 610-588-0735.
Join the Slate Belt Heritage Center for their bus trip to the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA, on Saturday, September 16, 2017. The bus will leave at 8:00 AM from Weiss Market, Route 512 in Bangor, and will return at 5:00 PM. Cost per individual is $95.00 which includes bus ticket and admission ticket into the museum. This is the only museum that tells the entire Civil War story. Local Civil War expert and the National Civil War Museum educator Dane DiFebo will host a special presentation for the tour. See exhibits, visit with re-enactors on the museum grounds, attend Hari Jones program on the United State Colored Troops in the South from 1865-1870 and much more. Reservations are required and a light lunch will be provided. Tickets are available at Bray’s News, 36 Broadway and Heard’s Market, 501 South Main Street, both in Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Cathy Heard @ 610-588-0735.
Civil Air Patrol Meets Every Monday
The Civil Air Patrol 807th Braden Squadron meets every Monday Night from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Bangor VFW or Braden Airpark, Easton
Call for meeting location on given night: 610-588-1459 http://cap807.com/
The Civil Air Patrol 807th Braden Squadron meets every Monday Night from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Bangor VFW or Braden Airpark, Easton
Call for meeting location on given night: 610-588-1459 http://cap807.com/
Hope UCC Trip to Sight & Sound
Hope UCC of Wind Gap is sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound Theatres to see JONAH on Sat, Oct 14, 2017. For further info or to reserve your package(s) please call or email Jen at 908-727-0090 or [email protected]. $125/adults or $ 80/child includes bus, lunch, and show ticket. Money due no later than 08/03/17(No refunds).
Hope UCC of Wind Gap is sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound Theatres to see JONAH on Sat, Oct 14, 2017. For further info or to reserve your package(s) please call or email Jen at 908-727-0090 or [email protected]. $125/adults or $ 80/child includes bus, lunch, and show ticket. Money due no later than 08/03/17(No refunds).
Letters To The Homefront Book Sold Out
The Slate Belt Heritage Center has announced that it has sold out all 500 copies of it’s very popular book: Letters To Homefront:” A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers”. The Center is considering a second printing and would like to know how many more books to order. If you would like to order a copy, please contact the Center at: [email protected], or call the Center @: 610-599-4993. Please leave your name, contact information and number of books you would like. You may also call: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 to re-order. Please DO NOT send money at this time. You will receive a return call when the books are in. Thank you for your continued support of the project.
The Slate Belt Heritage Center has announced that it has sold out all 500 copies of it’s very popular book: Letters To Homefront:” A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers”. The Center is considering a second printing and would like to know how many more books to order. If you would like to order a copy, please contact the Center at: [email protected], or call the Center @: 610-599-4993. Please leave your name, contact information and number of books you would like. You may also call: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 to re-order. Please DO NOT send money at this time. You will receive a return call when the books are in. Thank you for your continued support of the project.
1885 Club Accepting Nominations
The Bangor Area High School Alumni Association is looking for nominations for induction into the 2017 "1885 Club Hall of Fame." In 1998, the members of the Bangor Area High School Alumni Association began to search for a way to honor graduates who have distinguished themselves through public service, scholarship, and recognition in their chosen fields of work.
Discussions naturally led to creating a Hall of Fame for such individuals. Concerned about possible confusion with the Athletic Hall of Fame, however, the committee began to seek ways to create a different type of recognition with its own unique distinction. From this collaboration, "The 1885 Club" was born. Named in honor of the first year in which a class of students graduated from Bangor High School, this exclusive club honors distinguished alumni and holds these individuals as outstanding examples for others to follow.
Through the creation of "The 1885 Club" the Alumni Association underscores and upholds the fact that graduates from Bangor Area High School have been making tremendous contributions to mankind for more than 130 years. We reserve a special category for educators and administrators who have served the Bangor Area School District over its long history.
To nominate someone for either of these awards, please go to the Bangor Area School District web site, click on the Alumni icon (under quick links) and then click on the 1885 Club. There you will find a printable form. Fill it out and mail it to the address shown or forward it to Carole J. Hontz at Bangor Area Middle School, 401 Five Points Richmond Road, Bangor, PA 18013-5267. Nominations can also be e mailed to [email protected]
Discussions naturally led to creating a Hall of Fame for such individuals. Concerned about possible confusion with the Athletic Hall of Fame, however, the committee began to seek ways to create a different type of recognition with its own unique distinction. From this collaboration, "The 1885 Club" was born. Named in honor of the first year in which a class of students graduated from Bangor High School, this exclusive club honors distinguished alumni and holds these individuals as outstanding examples for others to follow.
Through the creation of "The 1885 Club" the Alumni Association underscores and upholds the fact that graduates from Bangor Area High School have been making tremendous contributions to mankind for more than 130 years. We reserve a special category for educators and administrators who have served the Bangor Area School District over its long history.
To nominate someone for either of these awards, please go to the Bangor Area School District web site, click on the Alumni icon (under quick links) and then click on the 1885 Club. There you will find a printable form. Fill it out and mail it to the address shown or forward it to Carole J. Hontz at Bangor Area Middle School, 401 Five Points Richmond Road, Bangor, PA 18013-5267. Nominations can also be e mailed to [email protected]
DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available
When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg! These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected].
Fishing Rods and Tackle Available
When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! 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. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected].
When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg! These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected].
Fishing Rods and Tackle Available
When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! 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. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected].
Going out of Town? Going out of town? Let SBRPD know that your house will be vacant and we'll do frequent drive-bys to ensure that you home is watched. Follow the link below, hover over the "Contact Us" tab and fill out a vacation /Residence Check Request. Officers will swing by your house and check it out for you. Safe travels...
http://slatebeltpd.com/ Prescription Drug
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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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July 23
East Bangor UMC Featuring Dante Pavan
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes Dante Pavan, violinist and Fred Broadbent, soloist, , who will offer special music at the 9:15 a.m. worship service on Sunday, July 23rd. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.
Sundaes on Sunday
Cross Road Baptist Church is holding its third annual Sundaes on Sunday on July 23rd at 7 p.m. Cross Road’s address is 201 S. 2nd Street Bangor, PA. For more information please call 610-588-3966.
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes Dante Pavan, violinist and Fred Broadbent, soloist, , who will offer special music at the 9:15 a.m. worship service on Sunday, July 23rd. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.
Sundaes on Sunday
Cross Road Baptist Church is holding its third annual Sundaes on Sunday on July 23rd at 7 p.m. Cross Road’s address is 201 S. 2nd Street Bangor, PA. For more information please call 610-588-3966.
July 24
OHSA Training Program
Ensure that your organization is compliant with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations by enrolling your employees in OSHA General Industry Training programs given by Northampton Community College (NCC). There is a 10-hour course for rank-and-file employees and a 30-hour course for management. The fee for the 10-hour course is $150, and the fee for the 30-hour course is $450. The 10-hour class meets on Monday, July 24 at the Fowler Family Southside Center. The 30-hour class meets Monday through Friday, July 24 – 28 at the Fowler Family Southside Center.
This program can also be offered at a business’s site.
For more information call 610-332-6596. To register, visit Northampton.edu/CorporateSafety.
Prince of Peace Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will be held July 24 – July 28, 2017, from 6:15pm-8:00pm. Located at 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, Pa. This year’s theme is Passport to Peru – Discovering God’s Good Gifts! All children from ages 2 to 11 are invited to attend VBS. For more information and registration forms visit the church website: www.popbangor.org
Ensure that your organization is compliant with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations by enrolling your employees in OSHA General Industry Training programs given by Northampton Community College (NCC). There is a 10-hour course for rank-and-file employees and a 30-hour course for management. The fee for the 10-hour course is $150, and the fee for the 30-hour course is $450. The 10-hour class meets on Monday, July 24 at the Fowler Family Southside Center. The 30-hour class meets Monday through Friday, July 24 – 28 at the Fowler Family Southside Center.
This program can also be offered at a business’s site.
For more information call 610-332-6596. To register, visit Northampton.edu/CorporateSafety.
Prince of Peace Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will be held July 24 – July 28, 2017, from 6:15pm-8:00pm. Located at 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, Pa. This year’s theme is Passport to Peru – Discovering God’s Good Gifts! All children from ages 2 to 11 are invited to attend VBS. For more information and registration forms visit the church website: www.popbangor.org
July 25
BVFS Pre-Registration Night
Tuesday, July 25 at 7 PM - 8 PM
Public · Hosted by Blue Valley Farm Show Cost is $2 for an Exhibitors number. You can enter as many items as you like. Questions...feel free to message their facebook page.
Jacobsburg EEC Outdoor Explorers (Ages 6-8)
Tuesday, July 25 – Friday, July 28, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM &
Tuesday, Aug. 15 – Friday, Aug. 18, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
“Learning to Love the Unlovables” Have you ever been frightened by a snake? Or spooked by a bat? Do you think opossums are weird or wonder what’s the point of vultures? Join us for a fun week of getting to know the creepy, crawly and just plain weird animals of Pennsylvania!
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Jacobsburg EEC Penn’s Adventurers (Ages 9-12)
Tuesday, July 25 – Friday, July 28, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
“Digging into the Past” – Do you like to play in the dirt? Do you like to solve stories from clues? Then this program is for you! Learn about the wonderful world of archeology and all the neat things archeologists do!
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Tuesday, July 25 at 7 PM - 8 PM
Public · Hosted by Blue Valley Farm Show Cost is $2 for an Exhibitors number. You can enter as many items as you like. Questions...feel free to message their facebook page.
Jacobsburg EEC Outdoor Explorers (Ages 6-8)
Tuesday, July 25 – Friday, July 28, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM &
Tuesday, Aug. 15 – Friday, Aug. 18, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
“Learning to Love the Unlovables” Have you ever been frightened by a snake? Or spooked by a bat? Do you think opossums are weird or wonder what’s the point of vultures? Join us for a fun week of getting to know the creepy, crawly and just plain weird animals of Pennsylvania!
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Jacobsburg EEC Penn’s Adventurers (Ages 9-12)
Tuesday, July 25 – Friday, July 28, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
“Digging into the Past” – Do you like to play in the dirt? Do you like to solve stories from clues? Then this program is for you! Learn about the wonderful world of archeology and all the neat things archeologists do!
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
July 25-28 DiscoverE Outdoor Explorers(Ages 6-8): Learning to Love the Unlovables
Have you ever been frightened by a snake? Or spooked by a bat? Do you think opossums are weird or wonder what’s the point of vultures? Join us for a fun week of getting to know the creepy, crawly and just plain weird animals of Pennsylvania!
This camp begins on Tuesday, July 25th and ends on Friday, July 28th and will be from 9:00am - 12:00pm each day. Registration forms are available at the park office (610) 746-2801. Camps are filled “first come, first served” based on the date the application and $25.00 registration fee are received at the center. No faxed or e-mailed registrations will be accepted.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Monroe Animal League meeting
The monthly meeting of the Monroe Animal League will be on Tuesday, July 25 at 7:00 PM at the Eastern Monroe County Library, Rt. 611/N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg.
All Monroe County animal lovers are encouraged to attend.
For more information, visit www.monroeanimals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email [email protected], or call 570-421-7775.
Have you ever been frightened by a snake? Or spooked by a bat? Do you think opossums are weird or wonder what’s the point of vultures? Join us for a fun week of getting to know the creepy, crawly and just plain weird animals of Pennsylvania!
This camp begins on Tuesday, July 25th and ends on Friday, July 28th and will be from 9:00am - 12:00pm each day. Registration forms are available at the park office (610) 746-2801. Camps are filled “first come, first served” based on the date the application and $25.00 registration fee are received at the center. No faxed or e-mailed registrations will be accepted.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Monroe Animal League meeting
The monthly meeting of the Monroe Animal League will be on Tuesday, July 25 at 7:00 PM at the Eastern Monroe County Library, Rt. 611/N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg.
All Monroe County animal lovers are encouraged to attend.
For more information, visit www.monroeanimals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email [email protected], or call 570-421-7775.
August 2
BVFS Pre-Registration Night
Tuesday, August 2 at 7 PM - 8 PM
Public · Hosted by Blue Valley Farm Show Cost is $2 for an Exhibitors number. You can enter as many items as you like. Questions...feel free to message their facebook page.
Tuesday, August 2 at 7 PM - 8 PM
Public · Hosted by Blue Valley Farm Show Cost is $2 for an Exhibitors number. You can enter as many items as you like. Questions...feel free to message their facebook page.
August 5
Ice Cream Social at Christ Lutheran
Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) will hold an Ice Cream Social on Saturday, August 5th from 4 pm to 8 pm.
Tasty homemade, hand-churned ice cream and baked goods will be accompanied by hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage, bar-b-cue and beverages. There will also be a bake sale and a cake walk.
So come on down for dinner, dessert and a fun time.
Enjoy free live traditional country music provided by Bill Clinton & the Keystone Troubadours.
Bring your cowbells and lawn chairs for a good old-fashioned, foot stomping, hand clapping good time!
For information or directions call Lynn at 610-588-7076 or Chrissy at 610-588-0809.
BMCL Library Night at Wendy's
The Blue Mountain Community Library will be holding a “Library Night at Wendy’s” Fundraiser on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Wendy’s Restaurant, route 512, Wind Gap, PA will generously donate a portion of all sales that night to the Library in Pen Argyl. The fundraiser will include dine-in, take-out and drive-through orders. Please consider supporting the Blue Mountain Community Library by purchasing a meal from Wendy’s. The money will be used to purchase new books and to meet the many expenses associated with maintaining the building. Membership to the library is free to all residents of the Pen Argyl School District and non-residents may join for a small yearly fee.
For the Month of August, the library “Book Nook Special” is buy any puzzle and get another puzzle free. Are you looking for a book on Local History or a Yearbook? The library has many Pen Argyl High School yearbooks for sale, as well as books on local history. We are also interested in obtaining more of these books, in particular, “Ring the Bells for Olde Pen Argyl.” Anyone wishing to donate this type of book can call Lisa at 610-863-3029 for information or visit the website at www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.
Quiet Valley’s Heritage Craft Day
Stroudsburg (PA) – Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will feature the 11th annual Heritage Craft Day on Saturday, August 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Demonstrators will show traditional heritage craft skills of the 1800s throughout the day. There will be hands-on opportunities for visitors who wish to try out some of these crafts for themselves. There is a special children’s make and take craft area.
Demonstrations such as spinning, weaving, wheat weaving, bobbin lace, horn work, pottery and blacksmithing will take place. The purpose of Heritage Craft Day is to provide a greater awareness of these historic folk crafts that were essential to everyday living in previous generations. This is a wonderful chance for individuals, families and children to explore the exciting world of traditional crafts. Members of the Pocono Gourd Society and the Pocono Embroiderers Guild will be in attendance. The crafters are under tents in case of rain. The schedule is subject to change.
A presentation on fiber arts and natural fibers will take place during the day.
Heritage Craft Day, a part of Quiet Valley’s summer “Art from the Heart” series, is supported by a Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts Project Stream grant.
Heritage Craft Day is included in the regular admission price of $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children ages 3 – 12 and children two and under are free. Farm tours are available throughout the day on Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. The bake oven will be in operation. There will also be wagon rides for a small fee, weather permitting.
Farm and event are open rain or shine. Arrive by 2:15 to see all parts of the farm tour.
August 9
BMCL Nature Adventure
The Blue Mt. Community Library will offer a new program this summer for children. The library will partner with Waste Management for NATURE ADVENTURE! Children entering Kindergarten through 3rd Grade are encouraged to attend this program for Storytime and outdoor activities and should dress to explore! The 3 programs will be held at 10:00 am at the WM Environmental Center, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl July 12 (Landfill Trucks and More!) and August 9 (Bluebirds and Tree Swallows).
The BMCL announces a special summer reading program called HIGH FIVE YOUR READING DRIVE! The program runs June 12 through August 12. Children entering Kindergarten through 8th Grade are encouraged to read at least 5 Library books and keep a log of their titles to earn one free book of their choosing from the Book Nook. The reading logs and information will be available at the front desk. Children 18 and under who do not have a library membership can open one, accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The library is now automated and new library cards will be issued to replace old cards and you MUST have a PA driver’s license or ID with you to open a membership. Membership is free to all residents in the Pen Argyl Area School District. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl. Hours are M-Sa, 10-Noon and M-Th, 6-8 PM. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.
The Blue Mt. Community Library will offer a new program this summer for children. The library will partner with Waste Management for NATURE ADVENTURE! Children entering Kindergarten through 3rd Grade are encouraged to attend this program for Storytime and outdoor activities and should dress to explore! The 3 programs will be held at 10:00 am at the WM Environmental Center, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl July 12 (Landfill Trucks and More!) and August 9 (Bluebirds and Tree Swallows).
The BMCL announces a special summer reading program called HIGH FIVE YOUR READING DRIVE! The program runs June 12 through August 12. Children entering Kindergarten through 8th Grade are encouraged to read at least 5 Library books and keep a log of their titles to earn one free book of their choosing from the Book Nook. The reading logs and information will be available at the front desk. Children 18 and under who do not have a library membership can open one, accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The library is now automated and new library cards will be issued to replace old cards and you MUST have a PA driver’s license or ID with you to open a membership. Membership is free to all residents in the Pen Argyl Area School District. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl. Hours are M-Sa, 10-Noon and M-Th, 6-8 PM. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.
August 10
Kirkridge Annual Clam Bake
Kirkridge’s annual clam bake Aug. 10th, 6:30pm by early reservations only for $40.00+tax, see the website for the menu@ www.kirkridge.org for reservations call 610-588-1793 or email [email protected]
Kirkridge’s annual clam bake Aug. 10th, 6:30pm by early reservations only for $40.00+tax, see the website for the menu@ www.kirkridge.org for reservations call 610-588-1793 or email [email protected]
August 11
Slate Belt Heritage Center Golf Tournament
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, August 11, 2017 at the Shawnee Golf Resort. “Shotgun Start” is at 7:30 AM with registration, coffee & Danish from 6:30 – 7:30 AM. Format is a 4-Man Scramble and the cost is $75.00 per golfer which includes, Golf, Cart, Food and Cookout after the event. Prizes include, “Longest Drive” and “Closest to Pin”. Make checks payable to Slate Belt Heritage Center and send to: Marc Blau, 280 Halletts Road, Mt. Bethel, PA 18343. All checks must be received by Monday, July 31, 2017.
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, August 11, 2017 at the Shawnee Golf Resort. “Shotgun Start” is at 7:30 AM with registration, coffee & Danish from 6:30 – 7:30 AM. Format is a 4-Man Scramble and the cost is $75.00 per golfer which includes, Golf, Cart, Food and Cookout after the event. Prizes include, “Longest Drive” and “Closest to Pin”. Make checks payable to Slate Belt Heritage Center and send to: Marc Blau, 280 Halletts Road, Mt. Bethel, PA 18343. All checks must be received by Monday, July 31, 2017.
August 12
Columcille’s Overnight Men's Retreat
Please join for an overnight men's retreat August 12-13 for an opportunity to connect to yourself and the land of Columcille Megalith Park in Bangor, PA. The intention for the retreat is for us to examine and deepen our relationship with the land and our own spiritual path. We will discuss personal accountability and the different ways we as men can bring balance by walking our soul's path in today’s world.
They will be exploring this work through various shamanic rituals and ceremonies. One of the events that will continue throughout the retreat will be tending the sacred fire. As Firekeepers, each participant will have the opportunity to take a turn tending the fire in a sacred way with scheduled shifts throughout the retreat. This time will also allow us to honor the oral tradition of storytelling around the fire.
It is a rare opportunity to camp on the land for this retreat which is normally not allowed. You are welcome to make other arrangements for sleeping if you do not wish to camp.
All of the money collected will be donated to Collumcille Park. We are asking for a donation with a sliding scale of $175 to $125. We understand the need to be flexible with the rate. We also need to get a very accurate head count. We are asking for you to pay with paypal directly through the park website.
You can donate through the membership area here: http://www.columcille.org/membersPage.html make a note that the funds are for the men’s retreat.
Or you can send a check written out to Columcille. Email with questions and to reserve your spot: [email protected]
Please join for an overnight men's retreat August 12-13 for an opportunity to connect to yourself and the land of Columcille Megalith Park in Bangor, PA. The intention for the retreat is for us to examine and deepen our relationship with the land and our own spiritual path. We will discuss personal accountability and the different ways we as men can bring balance by walking our soul's path in today’s world.
They will be exploring this work through various shamanic rituals and ceremonies. One of the events that will continue throughout the retreat will be tending the sacred fire. As Firekeepers, each participant will have the opportunity to take a turn tending the fire in a sacred way with scheduled shifts throughout the retreat. This time will also allow us to honor the oral tradition of storytelling around the fire.
It is a rare opportunity to camp on the land for this retreat which is normally not allowed. You are welcome to make other arrangements for sleeping if you do not wish to camp.
All of the money collected will be donated to Collumcille Park. We are asking for a donation with a sliding scale of $175 to $125. We understand the need to be flexible with the rate. We also need to get a very accurate head count. We are asking for you to pay with paypal directly through the park website.
You can donate through the membership area here: http://www.columcille.org/membersPage.html make a note that the funds are for the men’s retreat.
Or you can send a check written out to Columcille. Email with questions and to reserve your spot: [email protected]
- When: August 12-13 (Overnight Camping)
- Where: Columcille Megalith Park, 2155 Fox Gap Rd. Bangor, PA
- Time: Saturday August 12 at 1pm - Sunday August 13 at 2pm
- Cost: Park Donation cost to you: $175-$125 (sliding scale)
- What to bring: Please be in touch to sign up and ask questions
- 3 meals are included, Dinner Saturday night, Breakfast and Lunch the following day. Please notify us of any special dietary needs such as vegetarian or gluten free.
August 15
Friends of the Bangor Public Library Events
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library announce the following Save-the-Date” events:
New members are always welcome. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615
Summer Book Sale
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold their Annual Summer Book Sale at the Blue Valley Farm Show the week of August 15th – 19th. The event will be in the gray display barn on the upper grounds of the fair. Tues-Fri: 6:00- 10:00 PM Sat. Noon-10:00 PM ($5.00 bag day). Like new and gently used books in all genres will be available for adults and children.
Donations are now being accepted at the Bangor library during hours and must be in good condition. Soiled, torn, and college textbooks will not be accepted. For additional information contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library announce the following Save-the-Date” events:
- August 15th- 19th: Summer Book Sale @ The Blue Valley Farm Show
- July 8th: Duck Race @ Bangor Creek
- September 16th: Bake Sale @ Ace Hardware, Capitol Plaza
- November 11th: Author Brunch w/Joe DeFranco @ The Library
- December 2nd: Breakfast w/ Santa @ The Bee Hive Community Center
New members are always welcome. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615
Summer Book Sale
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold their Annual Summer Book Sale at the Blue Valley Farm Show the week of August 15th – 19th. The event will be in the gray display barn on the upper grounds of the fair. Tues-Fri: 6:00- 10:00 PM Sat. Noon-10:00 PM ($5.00 bag day). Like new and gently used books in all genres will be available for adults and children.
Donations are now being accepted at the Bangor library during hours and must be in good condition. Soiled, torn, and college textbooks will not be accepted. For additional information contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
August 25
Columcille Autumn Women's Retreat
Join the Women of Columcille .at the Autumn Women's Retreat Friday, August 25th through Sunday the 27th at the Kirkridge Farmhouse.
For full information, Program, Registration and Meal information, click HERE for a PDF to download, fill out and print.
If you wish to charge your registration fee to your credit or debit card please contact Beth Guida. Her email is:[email protected].
Registration deadline is August 22nd.
There are a limited number of partial scholarships available. Email Beth at [email protected] for further information on availability.
Join the Women of Columcille .at the Autumn Women's Retreat Friday, August 25th through Sunday the 27th at the Kirkridge Farmhouse.
For full information, Program, Registration and Meal information, click HERE for a PDF to download, fill out and print.
If you wish to charge your registration fee to your credit or debit card please contact Beth Guida. Her email is:[email protected].
Registration deadline is August 22nd.
There are a limited number of partial scholarships available. Email Beth at [email protected] for further information on availability.
August 26
Movie Night at UMBT Community Park
John Bermingham, Chairman, UMBT Supervisors is happy to announce that Upper Mount Bethel will be having its first “Movie Night in the Park,” sponsored by LamTec Corporation and Custom Laminating Corporation! Admission is free and ALL are welcome, including the neighboring communities. On Saturday, August 26th they will be showing a movie in the Community Park located off Potomac Street. There will be vendors selling food, ice cream, refreshments, music and even free popcorn. This is another great way to bring our community together. The Park will be open all day and the movie will begin at dusk around 8pm. The move will be announced soon. Movie suggestions suitable for families and young children are welcome.
John Bermingham, Chairman, UMBT Supervisors is happy to announce that Upper Mount Bethel will be having its first “Movie Night in the Park,” sponsored by LamTec Corporation and Custom Laminating Corporation! Admission is free and ALL are welcome, including the neighboring communities. On Saturday, August 26th they will be showing a movie in the Community Park located off Potomac Street. There will be vendors selling food, ice cream, refreshments, music and even free popcorn. This is another great way to bring our community together. The Park will be open all day and the movie will begin at dusk around 8pm. The move will be announced soon. Movie suggestions suitable for families and young children are welcome.
September 2
Slate Belt Sprint 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run
Kick-off your Labor Day celebrations with yhe Slate Belt YMCA
This is a family event, as well as an event for competitive runners. Saturday, September 2nd, 2017 at Slate Belt YMCA, 7:00 AM Registration Opens, 8:15 AM 5K Run, 8:20 AM 5K Walk, 9:15 AM Kids Fun Run
Awards: First Place Overall, Male & Female, First Place Walker, Male & Female, Top 3 Male & Female by Age Group
REGISTRATION:
ReStore Recyclable Latex Paint
September 2 Upper Mt. Bethel Township, Municipal Building, 387 Ye Olde Highway, Mt. Bethel, PA 18343
October 7, Tatamy Borough, Hope Lutheran Church, 240 S 8Th St.,Tatamy, PA 18085
Kick-off your Labor Day celebrations with yhe Slate Belt YMCA
This is a family event, as well as an event for competitive runners. Saturday, September 2nd, 2017 at Slate Belt YMCA, 7:00 AM Registration Opens, 8:15 AM 5K Run, 8:20 AM 5K Walk, 9:15 AM Kids Fun Run
Awards: First Place Overall, Male & Female, First Place Walker, Male & Female, Top 3 Male & Female by Age Group
REGISTRATION:
- Walk/Run Pre-Register through August 18 Ages 12+ $20/person
- Postmarked or drop of at Slate Belt Y Ages 8-11 $10/person
- Register August 19 and After Ages 12+ $25/person
- Register at Y on Race Day Ages 8-11 $10/person
- Kids Fun Run Register by August 18 for T-Shirt Ages 3-7 FREE!
- Award for Most Patriotic Dressed Child!
- Registration forms at the Welcome Center & www.pretzelcitysports.com
ReStore Recyclable Latex Paint
September 2 Upper Mt. Bethel Township, Municipal Building, 387 Ye Olde Highway, Mt. Bethel, PA 18343
October 7, Tatamy Borough, Hope Lutheran Church, 240 S 8Th St.,Tatamy, PA 18085
September 9
Lehigh Valley Collection Events
Bethlehem will be hosting an Electronics Collection Event on Saturday, September 9th at the Recycling Center, 345 Illicks Mill Rd., Bethlehem, 18017, event time is 9am-12pm. Please see the attached flyer with AERC material pricing.
UMBT First Annual Craft Show
Upper Mount Bethel is holding its FIRST ANNUAL MT. BETHEL CRAFT SHOW on September 9 2017 from 8 am to 4 pm. This event is for CRAFTERS ONLY. If you are interested please message UMBT on Facebook for an application. This event is in support of their community park in Upper Mount Bethel Township.
The County will be hosting the second HHW Collection at Northampton Community College on Saturday, October 14th, 3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem, 18020, event time is 8:30am-2pm. Please see the attached flyer for accepted material.
Bethlehem will be hosting an Electronics Collection Event on Saturday, September 9th at the Recycling Center, 345 Illicks Mill Rd., Bethlehem, 18017, event time is 9am-12pm. Please see the attached flyer with AERC material pricing.
UMBT First Annual Craft Show
Upper Mount Bethel is holding its FIRST ANNUAL MT. BETHEL CRAFT SHOW on September 9 2017 from 8 am to 4 pm. This event is for CRAFTERS ONLY. If you are interested please message UMBT on Facebook for an application. This event is in support of their community park in Upper Mount Bethel Township.
The County will be hosting the second HHW Collection at Northampton Community College on Saturday, October 14th, 3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem, 18020, event time is 8:30am-2pm. Please see the attached flyer for accepted material.
September 16
Bus Trip to National Civil War Museum
Join the Slate Belt Heritage Center for their bus trip to the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA, on Saturday, September 16, 2017. The bus will leave at 8:00 AM from Weiss Market, Route 512 in Bangor, and will return at 5:00 PM. Cost per individual is $95.00 which includes bus ticket and admission ticket into the museum. This is the only museum that tells the entire Civil War story. Local Civil War expert and the National Civil War Museum educator Dane DiFebo will host a special presentation for the tour. See exhibits, visit with re-enactors on the museum grounds, attend Hari Jones program on the United State Colored Troops in the South from 1865-1870 and much more. Reservations are required and a light lunch will be provided. Tickets are available at Bray’s News, 36 Broadway and Heard’s Market, 501 South Main Street, both in Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Cathy Heard @ 610-588-0735.
Join the Slate Belt Heritage Center for their bus trip to the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA, on Saturday, September 16, 2017. The bus will leave at 8:00 AM from Weiss Market, Route 512 in Bangor, and will return at 5:00 PM. Cost per individual is $95.00 which includes bus ticket and admission ticket into the museum. This is the only museum that tells the entire Civil War story. Local Civil War expert and the National Civil War Museum educator Dane DiFebo will host a special presentation for the tour. See exhibits, visit with re-enactors on the museum grounds, attend Hari Jones program on the United State Colored Troops in the South from 1865-1870 and much more. Reservations are required and a light lunch will be provided. Tickets are available at Bray’s News, 36 Broadway and Heard’s Market, 501 South Main Street, both in Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Cathy Heard @ 610-588-0735.
September 22
District 10 Trappers Convention
District 10 Trappers 2017 Fall Trapping Convention, September 22nd 12-6pm and 23rd 8am-6pm at the Northampton County 4-H Center (777 Bushkill Center Rd. Nazareth, PA 18064). Free Admission, Free Demos, Food on premises, Tailgaters welcome. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.
District 10 Trappers 2017 Fall Trapping Convention, September 22nd 12-6pm and 23rd 8am-6pm at the Northampton County 4-H Center (777 Bushkill Center Rd. Nazareth, PA 18064). Free Admission, Free Demos, Food on premises, Tailgaters welcome. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.
October 1
Portland Lodge No.311 MASONIC Motorama
The Portland Lodge No.311 MASONIC Motorama will be held October 1 at 12 PM
New this year TRUCK and BIG RIG PULLS. Monster truck rides will be happening this year.
Miller memorial blood center on site. Donors will be needed! Contact Shilo Thomas for available times. All proceeds donated to local charities.
Exclusive R/C is back again this year with their monster display of R/C cars ,trucks and equipment.
Show open to anything with a motor. Cars, trucks, low riders, high rollers, helicopters, power wheels, golf carts, big rigs, firetrucks/rescue vehicles, ATVs, boats, Snowmobiles, new, OLD, street rods, race cars, R/c cars trucks, tow trucks, wresckers etc. You know what we do and how we do it! We are going to be bigger, better, faster, stronger! A day of speed, horsepower and motor mayhem at the Plainfield Farmers grove, route 191 and Kesslersville road, Nazareth pa.
Sponsors and vendors wanted. First come first serve, spaces open May 1st. Info posted soon.
The Portland Lodge No.311 MASONIC Motorama will be held October 1 at 12 PM
New this year TRUCK and BIG RIG PULLS. Monster truck rides will be happening this year.
Miller memorial blood center on site. Donors will be needed! Contact Shilo Thomas for available times. All proceeds donated to local charities.
Exclusive R/C is back again this year with their monster display of R/C cars ,trucks and equipment.
Show open to anything with a motor. Cars, trucks, low riders, high rollers, helicopters, power wheels, golf carts, big rigs, firetrucks/rescue vehicles, ATVs, boats, Snowmobiles, new, OLD, street rods, race cars, R/c cars trucks, tow trucks, wresckers etc. You know what we do and how we do it! We are going to be bigger, better, faster, stronger! A day of speed, horsepower and motor mayhem at the Plainfield Farmers grove, route 191 and Kesslersville road, Nazareth pa.
Sponsors and vendors wanted. First come first serve, spaces open May 1st. Info posted soon.
October 14
Lehigh Valley Collection Events
Northampton will be hosting the second HHW Collection at Northampton Community College on Saturday, October 14th, 3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem, 18020, event time is 8:30am-2pm. Please see the attached flyer for accepted material.
Northampton will be hosting the second HHW Collection at Northampton Community College on Saturday, October 14th, 3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem, 18020, event time is 8:30am-2pm. Please see the attached flyer for accepted material.
October 28
Bangor Class of 1967 Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Shawnee Inn Resort. Addresses are needed of the following classmates: Susan Dennis, Joseph Duvo, Linda Engler, William Fisher, Harvey Frable, Susan Horn, Kathryn Jewell, Stephen Lamson, Paul Meyers, Carol Sagan, Allison Smith, Roberta Stull, John Sullivan and Mortimer Wells III. Anyone with information can contact: Ken Brewer @ 484-515-3052.
The Bangor High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Shawnee Inn Resort. Addresses are needed of the following classmates: Susan Dennis, Joseph Duvo, Linda Engler, William Fisher, Harvey Frable, Susan Horn, Kathryn Jewell, Stephen Lamson, Paul Meyers, Carol Sagan, Allison Smith, Roberta Stull, John Sullivan and Mortimer Wells III. Anyone with information can contact: Ken Brewer @ 484-515-3052.

Donations For St. John's
St. John's Cemetary on South Sixth Street in Bangor seeks donations for lawn maintenance services. Please send donations to: St. John's Cemetary, c/o Carol Hummel, 136 Messinger Street, Bangor, PA 18013.
St. John's Cemetary on South Sixth Street in Bangor seeks donations for lawn maintenance services. Please send donations to: St. John's Cemetary, c/o Carol Hummel, 136 Messinger Street, Bangor, PA 18013.
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
- Walk Across America: For info, ask
center director. - Coming in September-Arthritis Exercise Program
JULY EVENTS
- Mini Car Races, Thursday, July 20, 10AM
- Registration for race, All Cars must be ready
- Pole Position assigned, Fri, July 21, 12:15 PM
- NASCAR Bingo, Monday, July 24, 12:00 Noon
- MUSIC WITH RANDY SIMPSON, Wed, July 26, 12:15 PM
- Council Meeting,Thursday, July 27, 9:00 A.M.
- All interested Race Car participants can walk track, Thursday, July 27
- RACE DAY, Friday, July 28, Mini cars 10:00 AM, Sprint cars, 10:30 AM, NASCAR, 12:15 PM, Ice cream 1:30 PM
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Blue Mt. Library New Books
Adult Fiction:
The Broken Road, Richard Paul Evans
16th Seduction, James Patterson
Rare Objects, Kathleen Tessaro
Golden Prey, John Sandford
The Women In The Castle, Jessica Shattuck
Testimony, Scott Turow
No Easy Target, Iris Johansen
One Good Thing, Wendy Wax
Allie and Bea, Catherine Ryan Hyde
Summer Dance, Nan Rossiter
The Switch, Joseph Finder
Walking On My Grave, Carolyn Hart
The Good Widow, Liz Fenton
The Leavers, Lisa Ko
Sweet Tea Tuesdays, Ashley Farley
The Beach House: Coming Home, Georgia Bockoven
Adult Large Print:
Any Day Now, Robyn Carr
The Hideaway, Lauren Denton
Into The Water, Paula Hawkins
The Night The Lights Went Out, Karen White
It's Always The Husband, Michele Campbell
Come Sundown, Nora Roberts
One Perfect Lie, Lisa Scottoline
The Ebb Tide, Beverly Lewis
Camino Island, John Grisham
Same Beach, Next Year, Dorothea Benton Frank
You Will Pay, Lisa Jackson
Banana Cream Pie Murder, Joanne Fluke
Secrets In Summer, Nancy Thayer
Two Good Dogs, Susan Wilson
Adult Non-fiction
MacArthur's Spies, Peter Eisner
The Broken Road, Richard Paul Evans
16th Seduction, James Patterson
Rare Objects, Kathleen Tessaro
Golden Prey, John Sandford
The Women In The Castle, Jessica Shattuck
Testimony, Scott Turow
No Easy Target, Iris Johansen
One Good Thing, Wendy Wax
Allie and Bea, Catherine Ryan Hyde
Summer Dance, Nan Rossiter
The Switch, Joseph Finder
Walking On My Grave, Carolyn Hart
The Good Widow, Liz Fenton
The Leavers, Lisa Ko
Sweet Tea Tuesdays, Ashley Farley
The Beach House: Coming Home, Georgia Bockoven
Adult Large Print:
Any Day Now, Robyn Carr
The Hideaway, Lauren Denton
Into The Water, Paula Hawkins
The Night The Lights Went Out, Karen White
It's Always The Husband, Michele Campbell
Come Sundown, Nora Roberts
One Perfect Lie, Lisa Scottoline
The Ebb Tide, Beverly Lewis
Camino Island, John Grisham
Same Beach, Next Year, Dorothea Benton Frank
You Will Pay, Lisa Jackson
Banana Cream Pie Murder, Joanne Fluke
Secrets In Summer, Nancy Thayer
Two Good Dogs, Susan Wilson
Adult Non-fiction
MacArthur's Spies, Peter Eisner
Bangor Library New Books
July 1-12
July 1-12
Adult Fiction
Loving Eleanor By Susan Wittig Albert;
The Child By Fiona Barton;
Something Wicked This Way Comes By Ray Bradbury;
Down A Dark Road By Linda Castillo;
Deceptive Hearts By Marlene Chase;
The Sunshine Sisters By Jane Green;
The Blue Bistro By Elin Hilderbrand;
The Identical By Elin Hilderbrand;
Love Story By Karen Kingsbury;
The Silent Corner By Dean Koontz;
A Stardance Summer By Emily March;
Matchup By Multiple Authors;
Humble Pie And White Lies By Elizabeth Penney;
Murder On The Serpentine By Anne Perry.
Large Print Fiction
Night School By Lee Childs;
The Wrong Side Of Goodbye By Michael Connelly;
If Not For You By Debbie Macomber;
Golden Prey By John Sanford;
Against All Odds By Danielle Steel.
Young Adult Fiction
Lady Midnight By Cassandra Clare;
Once And For All By Sarah Dessen;
Angelfall; End Of Days; World After By Susan Ee;
Vampire Mountain By Darren Shan.
Junior Fiction
Ottos Orange Day By Frank Cammuso;
Wonderstruck By Brian Selznick.
Easy Reader Fiction
Dog, Scoop Ka Boom By Joan Holub;
Henry And Mudge And The Tall Tree House By Cynthia Rylant.
Easy Fiction
But Excuse Me, That Is My Book By Lauren Child;
The Tyrannosaurus Game By Steven Kroll.
Dvds
The Last Word; The Zookeepers Wife.
Loving Eleanor By Susan Wittig Albert;
The Child By Fiona Barton;
Something Wicked This Way Comes By Ray Bradbury;
Down A Dark Road By Linda Castillo;
Deceptive Hearts By Marlene Chase;
The Sunshine Sisters By Jane Green;
The Blue Bistro By Elin Hilderbrand;
The Identical By Elin Hilderbrand;
Love Story By Karen Kingsbury;
The Silent Corner By Dean Koontz;
A Stardance Summer By Emily March;
Matchup By Multiple Authors;
Humble Pie And White Lies By Elizabeth Penney;
Murder On The Serpentine By Anne Perry.
Large Print Fiction
Night School By Lee Childs;
The Wrong Side Of Goodbye By Michael Connelly;
If Not For You By Debbie Macomber;
Golden Prey By John Sanford;
Against All Odds By Danielle Steel.
Young Adult Fiction
Lady Midnight By Cassandra Clare;
Once And For All By Sarah Dessen;
Angelfall; End Of Days; World After By Susan Ee;
Vampire Mountain By Darren Shan.
Junior Fiction
Ottos Orange Day By Frank Cammuso;
Wonderstruck By Brian Selznick.
Easy Reader Fiction
Dog, Scoop Ka Boom By Joan Holub;
Henry And Mudge And The Tall Tree House By Cynthia Rylant.
Easy Fiction
But Excuse Me, That Is My Book By Lauren Child;
The Tyrannosaurus Game By Steven Kroll.
Dvds
The Last Word; The Zookeepers Wife.
Northampton County Road Work
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