
Donations Wanted 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. Car Show.......This 1949 Plymouth was one of 149 cars on display at the Father's Day Car Show held Sunday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Allison Moyer
Elvis........![]() Elvis impersonator Andy Svrcek gives a scarf to a spectator during his performance at Weona Park Sunday evening. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Lisa Newberry Belt and Beyond
This Plant can Cause Blindness![]() "Giant hogweed makes poison ivy look like a walk in the park," officials warned.
Officials have warned the public against touching giant hogweed, which can burn the skin and cause blindness, after it was spotted for the first time in Virginia. Also known as Heracleum mantegazzianum, giant hogweed has a clear, watery sap which can burn the skin and cause painful blistering when combined with moisture and sunlight. The resulting blisters can leave behind permanent scarring. This process, known as phytophotodermatitis, happens when the sap makes the skin more sensitive to sunlight. After the blisters have healed, the skin can remain sensitive to light for many years, officials in Virginia warned. On Wednesday, the Isle of Wight County, Virginia issued a safety alert stating giant hogweed had been found in the state. “Giant Hogweed makes poison ivy look like a walk in the park,” officials warned on the Isle of Wight County Virginia Facebook page. The Massey Herbarium at Virginia Tech university, which researches the state’s flora, confirmed it had identified the first giant hogweed population in Clark County. Officials stress giant hogweed must only be handled when wearing protective clothing such as eye protection, coveralls, and rubber gloves. The plant should not be mown or cut using mechanical equipment, as this can expose skin to the sap and a new plant will regrow unless its roots are removed. It must be disposed of using heavy duty garbage bags. Blisters can form within 48 hours after a person has touched the plant. Those whose skin comes into contact with giant hogweed are advised to wash the area with soap and cold water as soon as possible, and protect it from sunlight for 48 hours. If it enters the eyes, they should be rinsed with water and sunglasses should be worn. Anyone who has a reaction to the plant should visit a physician, according to New York State. The plant has been placed on the Virginia Invasive Plants Early Detection Species list, meaning that while it does not grow widely in the state it has been known to thrive in similar habitats. Members of the public who spot the plant have been asked to contact the The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. Giant hogweed is already found in the Pacific Northwest, and the northeastern states of New York, Massachusetts, Maine, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. It has also been reported in one country in North Carolina, according to the Virginia Invasive species register. The federal government has listed the plant as a noxious weed, alongside the states of Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Vermont and Washington. A perennial herb, giant hogweed originated in the western Caucasus Mountain range in West Asia, and is believed to have spread around the world by collectors working for botanical gardens. It can grow up to 14 feet or more, and is a member of the carrot family. News Shorts.........
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June 21
Deer Head Inn - Jazz Jam with Bill Washer & Friends 8:00 pm Penn's Peak - Happy Together Tour 8:00 pm Pennsylvania Playhouse - Brighton Beach Memoirs 7:30 pm June 22 Deer Head Inn - Vinnie Bianchi & La Cuchina 7:00 pm Penn's Peak - Trace Adkins 8:00 pm Pennsylvania Playhouse - Brighton Beach Memoirs 3:00 pm Porter's Pub - Woodsmoke 10:00 pm |
June 23
Deer Head Inn - The Jost Project 7:00 pm Newton Theater - Mark Franer 8:00 pm Penn's Peak - Nightwind 6:30 pm Porters' Pub - Traditional Open Irish Jam Session 7:30 pm June 24 Deer Head Inn - Derwyn Holder - Tenor Power - 80th Birthday Celebration 5:00 pm Penn's Peak - Robert Cray Band 8:00 pm |
Attention Hunters
Licenses for the 2018-19 license year went on sale Monday, June 18. The Pennsylvania Game Commission is cautioning hunters who purchase their licenses online that an upcoming internet security update may prevent internet-based sales.
The update affects all purchasing websites – not just the Pennsylvania Automated Licensing System – and users of older-model computers are impacted most because many of these systems will be unable to make online purchases of any kind once the update is complete. Newer computers largely won’t be affected, though users might need to install updated versions of operating systems and web browsers.
According to the Game Commission, the easiest way to determine whether your computer will be capable of making internet purchases once the update is complete is by clicking hereto test your system.
If your machine passes the test, it should be good to go in making future online purchases, including buying a hunting license.
The licenses become valid July 1 and, after that date, all who hunt, trap or who want to apply for an antlerless deer license must have an up-to-date 2018-19 license to do so.
A complete list of licensing requirements can be found at www.pgc.pa.gov.
Spotted Lanternfly Update
On Tuesday, June 26, at 6:30 p.m., the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture will host a special Facebook live event to answer questions about the Spotted Lanternfly.
The panel will feature experts from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences.
Be sure to like the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture on Facebook and follow the event's the hashtag #badbuglive!
Music on Mondays at Dansbury Depot
Come and enjoy music and art at the depot, 5 South Kistle St., East Stroudsburg on June 25. Vendors and art begin at 6:00 pm and music by Riverside Rhythm begins at 7:00. Riversie Rhythm's repertoire includes instrumental and vocal hits from the 20's through the 40's including Caravan, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Little Brown Jug and all the big band favorites.
A free will offering will be taken on behalf of the musician. The event is held rain or shine as it is moved inside if the weather is bad Bring a chair and your family and friends.
Butterfly and Bird Walk
Waste Management, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl will host a Butterfly and Bird Walk on Sunday, July 8 at 10 am. Some Scout troops may be eligible for badges. Ask your scout leader. Bring binoculars and a camera.
Licenses for the 2018-19 license year went on sale Monday, June 18. The Pennsylvania Game Commission is cautioning hunters who purchase their licenses online that an upcoming internet security update may prevent internet-based sales.
The update affects all purchasing websites – not just the Pennsylvania Automated Licensing System – and users of older-model computers are impacted most because many of these systems will be unable to make online purchases of any kind once the update is complete. Newer computers largely won’t be affected, though users might need to install updated versions of operating systems and web browsers.
According to the Game Commission, the easiest way to determine whether your computer will be capable of making internet purchases once the update is complete is by clicking hereto test your system.
If your machine passes the test, it should be good to go in making future online purchases, including buying a hunting license.
The licenses become valid July 1 and, after that date, all who hunt, trap or who want to apply for an antlerless deer license must have an up-to-date 2018-19 license to do so.
A complete list of licensing requirements can be found at www.pgc.pa.gov.
Spotted Lanternfly Update
On Tuesday, June 26, at 6:30 p.m., the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture will host a special Facebook live event to answer questions about the Spotted Lanternfly.
The panel will feature experts from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences.
Be sure to like the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture on Facebook and follow the event's the hashtag #badbuglive!
Music on Mondays at Dansbury Depot
Come and enjoy music and art at the depot, 5 South Kistle St., East Stroudsburg on June 25. Vendors and art begin at 6:00 pm and music by Riverside Rhythm begins at 7:00. Riversie Rhythm's repertoire includes instrumental and vocal hits from the 20's through the 40's including Caravan, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Little Brown Jug and all the big band favorites.
A free will offering will be taken on behalf of the musician. The event is held rain or shine as it is moved inside if the weather is bad Bring a chair and your family and friends.
Butterfly and Bird Walk
Waste Management, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl will host a Butterfly and Bird Walk on Sunday, July 8 at 10 am. Some Scout troops may be eligible for badges. Ask your scout leader. Bring binoculars and a camera.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY - June 21
U.S. Constitution ratified 1788
New Hampshire becomes the ninth and last necessary state to ratify the Constitution of the United States, thereby making the document the law of the land.
By 1786, defects in the post-Revolutionary War Articles of Confederation were apparent, such as the lack of central authority over foreign and domestic commerce. Congress endorsed a plan to draft a new constitution, and on May 25, 1787, the Constitutional Convention convened at Independence Hall in Philadelphia. On September 17, 1787, after three months of debate moderated by convention president George Washington, the new U.S. constitution, which created a strong federal government with an intricate system of checks and balances, was signed by 38 of the 41 delegates present at the conclusion of the convention. As dictated by Article VII, the document would not become binding until it was ratified by nine of the 13 states.
Beginning on December 7, five states–Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, and Connecticut–ratified it in quick succession. However, other states, especially Massachusetts, opposed the document, as it failed to reserve undelegated powers to the states and lacked constitutional protection of basic political rights, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press. In February 1788, a compromise was reached under which Massachusetts and other states would agree to ratify the document with the assurance that amendments would be immediately proposed. The Constitution was thus narrowly ratified in Massachusetts, followed by Maryland and South Carolina. On June 21, 1788, New Hampshire became the ninth state to ratify the document, and it was subsequently agreed that government under the U.S. Constitution would begin on March 4, 1789. In June, Virginia ratified the Constitution, followed by New York in July.
By 1786, defects in the post-Revolutionary War Articles of Confederation were apparent, such as the lack of central authority over foreign and domestic commerce. Congress endorsed a plan to draft a new constitution, and on May 25, 1787, the Constitutional Convention convened at Independence Hall in Philadelphia. On September 17, 1787, after three months of debate moderated by convention president George Washington, the new U.S. constitution, which created a strong federal government with an intricate system of checks and balances, was signed by 38 of the 41 delegates present at the conclusion of the convention. As dictated by Article VII, the document would not become binding until it was ratified by nine of the 13 states.
Beginning on December 7, five states–Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, and Connecticut–ratified it in quick succession. However, other states, especially Massachusetts, opposed the document, as it failed to reserve undelegated powers to the states and lacked constitutional protection of basic political rights, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press. In February 1788, a compromise was reached under which Massachusetts and other states would agree to ratify the document with the assurance that amendments would be immediately proposed. The Constitution was thus narrowly ratified in Massachusetts, followed by Maryland and South Carolina. On June 21, 1788, New Hampshire became the ninth state to ratify the document, and it was subsequently agreed that government under the U.S. Constitution would begin on March 4, 1789. In June, Virginia ratified the Constitution, followed by New York in July.


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June 18-21
"Shipwrecked" VBS
Calling all kids ages 3 to those completing 5th grade this year. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 404 Broadway, Bangor invites you to attend their Vacation Bible School, "Shipwrecked" from June 18 to June 21, 6:30pm to 8:15pm. Join them and all the castaways as they learn how Jesus rescues us through Bible stories, crafts, experiments, games and tropical treats. For more information, contact Billie Bair at 610-248-6031.
Calling all kids ages 3 to those completing 5th grade this year. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 404 Broadway, Bangor invites you to attend their Vacation Bible School, "Shipwrecked" from June 18 to June 21, 6:30pm to 8:15pm. Join them and all the castaways as they learn how Jesus rescues us through Bible stories, crafts, experiments, games and tropical treats. For more information, contact Billie Bair at 610-248-6031.
June 18-22
MEGA Sports Camp
Hey parents! Ready to drop a ton of fun right into your child’s summer? Then MEGA Sports Camp is right hosted by First United Methodist Church of Bangor is for you. The camp will be held Jun 18 - Jun 22 at 6:00pm at the Pennico Park in South Bangor.
First United Methodist Church in Bangor is offering kids entering kindergarten thru 5th grades one awesome time. “We want to give kids the chance to learn more about sports, discover character-building concepts, learn about God’s love, and have a whole lot of fun,” says Pastor Chris Hardy.
At MEGA Sports Camp, kids can participate in basketball and kickball (or sports basics for the little ones). It doesn’t matter if they’ve played all their life or just started yesterday, our camp helps improve their skills. All sorts of drills and practice games will get kids focused on the fundamentals that make athletes great. Plus, we create a positive and encouraging environment that pumps up their confidence and self-esteem.
Between sports sessions, coaches lead in songs and help kids experience inspiring sports and Bible stories to help character-building themes take hold in kids’ hearts. And most importantly, kids will discover God’s great love for them.
So come on over to Pennico Park in Bangor, hosted by First United Methodist Church. It starts on Monday, June 18th and lasts through Friday, June 22nd, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm each evening. For more information and registration check out our website at www.firstumcbangor.com.
Hey parents! Ready to drop a ton of fun right into your child’s summer? Then MEGA Sports Camp is right hosted by First United Methodist Church of Bangor is for you. The camp will be held Jun 18 - Jun 22 at 6:00pm at the Pennico Park in South Bangor.
First United Methodist Church in Bangor is offering kids entering kindergarten thru 5th grades one awesome time. “We want to give kids the chance to learn more about sports, discover character-building concepts, learn about God’s love, and have a whole lot of fun,” says Pastor Chris Hardy.
At MEGA Sports Camp, kids can participate in basketball and kickball (or sports basics for the little ones). It doesn’t matter if they’ve played all their life or just started yesterday, our camp helps improve their skills. All sorts of drills and practice games will get kids focused on the fundamentals that make athletes great. Plus, we create a positive and encouraging environment that pumps up their confidence and self-esteem.
Between sports sessions, coaches lead in songs and help kids experience inspiring sports and Bible stories to help character-building themes take hold in kids’ hearts. And most importantly, kids will discover God’s great love for them.
So come on over to Pennico Park in Bangor, hosted by First United Methodist Church. It starts on Monday, June 18th and lasts through Friday, June 22nd, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm each evening. For more information and registration check out our website at www.firstumcbangor.com.
June 21
Calligraphy Workshop
Join us for a beginners calligraphy workshop on Thursday June 21st from 6-8pm at Bloom, Bangor. You’ll receive a mini-calligraphy kit that includes the tools to get started in pointed-pen modern-style calligraphy. This workshop will cover the basics on how to use a nib and holder, create the thick and thin lines that are characteristic of pointed pen calligraphy. This workshop will include: 2 hours of instruction, 1 pen holder, 2 nibs, 1 jar of black ink, practice sheets. Register HERE!
Join us for a beginners calligraphy workshop on Thursday June 21st from 6-8pm at Bloom, Bangor. You’ll receive a mini-calligraphy kit that includes the tools to get started in pointed-pen modern-style calligraphy. This workshop will cover the basics on how to use a nib and holder, create the thick and thin lines that are characteristic of pointed pen calligraphy. This workshop will include: 2 hours of instruction, 1 pen holder, 2 nibs, 1 jar of black ink, practice sheets. Register HERE!
June 22
Nature Adventure with Owls
Nature Adventure with Owls Hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center will be held Friday, June 22 at 10 AM - 11:30 AM at Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl.
Come for a fun filled morning with our friends from the Blue Mountain Community Library! A story about nocturnal animals with a focus on Owls will begin our event followed by an "Owl" activity. Children ages 3-6 are ideal for this topic but all ages are welcome!
Please contact Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors with questions or to RSVP. (afors1@wm.com)
Class Reunion
Bangor High School class of 1963 will be holding it’s 55 year reunion on Friday, June 22, 2018 from 4PM - 10PM atThe Shawnee Inn in Delaware Water Gap. The cost is $55.00 per guest. Reservations should be made by May 15 with Judi (Houck) Brugler, 670 Rosecliff Drive, Easton, PA 18040 (phone 610-829-0777). Make checks payable to Bangor High School Class of 1963.
Sunset Pallet
Join us at Bloom Creative Studio on Friday, June 22nd at 6 pm to paint this beautiful Sunset painting on wood. Anne will be leading the class and price of $35 includes materials and instruction. Every purchase benefits our mission to help women survivors of violence and addiction thrive! Register HERE!
Nature Adventure with Owls Hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center will be held Friday, June 22 at 10 AM - 11:30 AM at Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl.
Come for a fun filled morning with our friends from the Blue Mountain Community Library! A story about nocturnal animals with a focus on Owls will begin our event followed by an "Owl" activity. Children ages 3-6 are ideal for this topic but all ages are welcome!
Please contact Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors with questions or to RSVP. (afors1@wm.com)
Class Reunion
Bangor High School class of 1963 will be holding it’s 55 year reunion on Friday, June 22, 2018 from 4PM - 10PM atThe Shawnee Inn in Delaware Water Gap. The cost is $55.00 per guest. Reservations should be made by May 15 with Judi (Houck) Brugler, 670 Rosecliff Drive, Easton, PA 18040 (phone 610-829-0777). Make checks payable to Bangor High School Class of 1963.
Sunset Pallet
Join us at Bloom Creative Studio on Friday, June 22nd at 6 pm to paint this beautiful Sunset painting on wood. Anne will be leading the class and price of $35 includes materials and instruction. Every purchase benefits our mission to help women survivors of violence and addiction thrive! Register HERE!
June 23
World War II Living History Weekend
World War II Living History Weekend will be held Saturday, June 23, 2018 in Jacobsburg: 9 am–5 pm & Sunday, June 24, 2018: 9 am–3 pm. Visitors can tour Allied & German camps staffed by re-enactors, see period military and non-military vehicle displays, meet and talk to WWII Veterans. Battle Reenactment -WWII Vendors – Music – Food.
HBBA Motorcycle and Car Show
HBBA Motorcycle and Car Show Hosted by Historical Bangor Business Association will be held Saturday, June 23 at 9 AM - 2 PM on Broadway in downtown Bangor.
Perfect FREE family fun...stroll Broadway, enjoy plenty of food choices and shopping while checking out some amazing machines! Cheer on your favorite motorcycle or car because they'll be plenty of PRIZES and TROPHIES for the winners!
Want to become a sponsor OR do you want to show off your car or motorcycle and win the grand prize? Register your car or motorcycle today by emailing historicalbangorba@gmail.com. Space is limited so be sure to pre-register!
Summer Saturdays in the Park
Upper Mount Bethel will hold the first of its Summer Saturdays in the Park on June 23rd from 2 to 7 pm in the Upper Mount Bethel Township Park, Potomac Street, Mt. Bethel. There will be artists and vendors, kids activities, Jinxx the Clown, face painting, great food and great shopping. This will be fun for the whole family. There will also be Summer Saturday events on July 28th and August 25th with movie night included. For more information, call Tiffany Hayward at 570-242-7671.
Movie Under the Stars
On Saturday, June 23 at Dusk, the movie "Sherlock Gnomes" will be shown at Bangor Memorial Park. The movie will take place in front of the swimming pool near the parking lot. Admission is free and refreshments will be sold.
Homebrew Festival
Bethlehem, Pa. – WDIY 88.1 FM’s popular Homebrew Festival will return for its third year on Saturday, June 23, 2018 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. The event will be held once again at the Charles A. Brown Ice House in Bethlehem. The 2018 festival will feature more than 40 craft beers from Lehigh Valley homebrewers and will highlight the growing homebrew movement in the Lehigh Valley and around the country. In addition to beer tastings, the event will feature an educational table hosted by Bethlehem’s Keystone Homebrew Supply, an upbeat music soundtrack, as well as food and soft drinks provided by Bethlehem deli and coffeehouse Deja Brew.
World War II Living History Weekend will be held Saturday, June 23, 2018 in Jacobsburg: 9 am–5 pm & Sunday, June 24, 2018: 9 am–3 pm. Visitors can tour Allied & German camps staffed by re-enactors, see period military and non-military vehicle displays, meet and talk to WWII Veterans. Battle Reenactment -WWII Vendors – Music – Food.
HBBA Motorcycle and Car Show
HBBA Motorcycle and Car Show Hosted by Historical Bangor Business Association will be held Saturday, June 23 at 9 AM - 2 PM on Broadway in downtown Bangor.
Perfect FREE family fun...stroll Broadway, enjoy plenty of food choices and shopping while checking out some amazing machines! Cheer on your favorite motorcycle or car because they'll be plenty of PRIZES and TROPHIES for the winners!
Want to become a sponsor OR do you want to show off your car or motorcycle and win the grand prize? Register your car or motorcycle today by emailing historicalbangorba@gmail.com. Space is limited so be sure to pre-register!
Summer Saturdays in the Park
Upper Mount Bethel will hold the first of its Summer Saturdays in the Park on June 23rd from 2 to 7 pm in the Upper Mount Bethel Township Park, Potomac Street, Mt. Bethel. There will be artists and vendors, kids activities, Jinxx the Clown, face painting, great food and great shopping. This will be fun for the whole family. There will also be Summer Saturday events on July 28th and August 25th with movie night included. For more information, call Tiffany Hayward at 570-242-7671.
Movie Under the Stars
On Saturday, June 23 at Dusk, the movie "Sherlock Gnomes" will be shown at Bangor Memorial Park. The movie will take place in front of the swimming pool near the parking lot. Admission is free and refreshments will be sold.
Homebrew Festival
Bethlehem, Pa. – WDIY 88.1 FM’s popular Homebrew Festival will return for its third year on Saturday, June 23, 2018 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. The event will be held once again at the Charles A. Brown Ice House in Bethlehem. The 2018 festival will feature more than 40 craft beers from Lehigh Valley homebrewers and will highlight the growing homebrew movement in the Lehigh Valley and around the country. In addition to beer tastings, the event will feature an educational table hosted by Bethlehem’s Keystone Homebrew Supply, an upbeat music soundtrack, as well as food and soft drinks provided by Bethlehem deli and coffeehouse Deja Brew.
June 24
"Mad Hitters" in Hammering Competition
Jennifer Newland is a member of the "Mad Hitters" and they are trying reach a goal of $1,000 for Habitat for Humanity. Building homes, not houses. People helping people. Play a part in helping others create better living situations for families.
The "Mad Hitters" are: State Representative Maureen Madden, Stroudsburg Mayor Tarah Probst, Community Advocate Jennifer Newland, Owner of Kitchen Chemistry & Pocono Soaps - Lisa Diemer, and Owner of Willowtree Inn - Kat Nunn.
They are raising money for Monroe County Habitat for Humanity through participating in She Nailed It! Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps. Thank you for your support.
Once they've raised all of the money, they then qualify to compete in the She Nailed It event to hammer home the cause. Come out to cheer usthem on June 24th at 3pm at Memorytown as we go head to head in a nail hammering competition to be the best nailers of them all!
Monroe County Habitat for Humanity seeks to put compassion into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together build homes, communities and hope.
Jennifer Newland is a member of the "Mad Hitters" and they are trying reach a goal of $1,000 for Habitat for Humanity. Building homes, not houses. People helping people. Play a part in helping others create better living situations for families.
The "Mad Hitters" are: State Representative Maureen Madden, Stroudsburg Mayor Tarah Probst, Community Advocate Jennifer Newland, Owner of Kitchen Chemistry & Pocono Soaps - Lisa Diemer, and Owner of Willowtree Inn - Kat Nunn.
They are raising money for Monroe County Habitat for Humanity through participating in She Nailed It! Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps. Thank you for your support.
Once they've raised all of the money, they then qualify to compete in the She Nailed It event to hammer home the cause. Come out to cheer usthem on June 24th at 3pm at Memorytown as we go head to head in a nail hammering competition to be the best nailers of them all!
Monroe County Habitat for Humanity seeks to put compassion into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together build homes, communities and hope.
June 25-29
Slate Belt Regional Junior Police Academy
Applications are available for the Slate Belt Regional Junior Police Academy which will be held June 25 - June 29. Please download the form, complete and return it to Slate Belt Regional Police Department Headquarters, 6292 Sullivan Trail, Plainfield Township, or to the Wind Gap Middle School.
Please contact Officer Long at Rlong@slatebeltpd.com should you have any questions regarding the Junior Police Academy. Applications will be available for boys and girls ages 12 to 15 who attend the Pen Argyl Area School District. If the class does not fill up we will open up available spots to students in the surrounding areas. Contact office Bob Long 610-759-8517 ext. 6108 or email rlong@slatebeltpd.com
Applications are available for the Slate Belt Regional Junior Police Academy which will be held June 25 - June 29. Please download the form, complete and return it to Slate Belt Regional Police Department Headquarters, 6292 Sullivan Trail, Plainfield Township, or to the Wind Gap Middle School.
Please contact Officer Long at Rlong@slatebeltpd.com should you have any questions regarding the Junior Police Academy. Applications will be available for boys and girls ages 12 to 15 who attend the Pen Argyl Area School District. If the class does not fill up we will open up available spots to students in the surrounding areas. Contact office Bob Long 610-759-8517 ext. 6108 or email rlong@slatebeltpd.com
June 25
Bangor Elks Golf Tournament
The 18 th annual Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 golf tournament that benefits major projects will be held on Momday June 25, 2018 at Whitetail Golf Course. It is a four person scramble format with a cost of $90 per golfer. It includes golf, cart, prizes, cookout lunch and beverages. A hole-in-one is sponsored by Dotta Auto Sales. Please call the Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 to register your foursome or e-mail bangorelks@g-mail.com. Deadline to register is June 18, 2018.
Music on Mondays at Dansbury Depot
Come and enjoy music and art at the depot, 5 South Kistle St., East Stroudsburg on June 25. Vendors and art begin at 6:00 pm and music by Riverside Rhythm begins at 7:00. Riversie Rhythm's repertoire includes instrumental and vocal hits from the 20's through the 40's including Caravan, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Little Brown Jug and all the big band favorites.
A free will offering will be taken on behalf of the musician. The event is held rain or shine as it is moved inside if the weather is bad Bring a chair and your family and friends.
The 18 th annual Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 golf tournament that benefits major projects will be held on Momday June 25, 2018 at Whitetail Golf Course. It is a four person scramble format with a cost of $90 per golfer. It includes golf, cart, prizes, cookout lunch and beverages. A hole-in-one is sponsored by Dotta Auto Sales. Please call the Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 to register your foursome or e-mail bangorelks@g-mail.com. Deadline to register is June 18, 2018.
Music on Mondays at Dansbury Depot
Come and enjoy music and art at the depot, 5 South Kistle St., East Stroudsburg on June 25. Vendors and art begin at 6:00 pm and music by Riverside Rhythm begins at 7:00. Riversie Rhythm's repertoire includes instrumental and vocal hits from the 20's through the 40's including Caravan, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Little Brown Jug and all the big band favorites.
A free will offering will be taken on behalf of the musician. The event is held rain or shine as it is moved inside if the weather is bad Bring a chair and your family and friends.
June 26
Spotted Lanternfly Update
On Tuesday, June 26, at 6:30 p.m., the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture will host a special Facebook live event to answer questions about the Spotted Lanternfly.
The panel will feature experts from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences.
Be sure to like the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture on Facebook and follow the event's the hashtag #badbuglive!
On Tuesday, June 26, at 6:30 p.m., the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture will host a special Facebook live event to answer questions about the Spotted Lanternfly.
The panel will feature experts from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences.
Be sure to like the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture on Facebook and follow the event's the hashtag #badbuglive!
June 27
BMCL Fundraisers
Blue Mountain Community Library will hold a fundraiser at Old Mill, June 27 from 11 am to 8 pm.
Blue Mountain Community Library will hold a fundraiser at Old Mill, June 27 from 11 am to 8 pm.
Family Night at Jacobsburg
Jun 29 8:30pm Family Night - Blinking Lights on Summer Nights. Are you mesmerized by the flashes of fireflies during warm summer evenings? Would you like to know what the flashes mean or what you can do to improve backyard habitat for...Location: Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Jun 29 8:30pm Family Night - Blinking Lights on Summer Nights. Are you mesmerized by the flashes of fireflies during warm summer evenings? Would you like to know what the flashes mean or what you can do to improve backyard habitat for...Location: Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
June 30
Rain Barrel Workshop
Penn State Master Watershed Stewards will guide you through the process of constructing your own, fully functioning rain barrel at this Rain Barrel Workshop on June 30 at Southern Lehigh Public Library, 3200 Preston Ln., Center Valley, PA 18034.
Penn State Master Watershed Stewards will guide you through the process of constructing your own, fully functioning rain barrel at this Rain Barrel Workshop on June 30 at Southern Lehigh Public Library, 3200 Preston Ln., Center Valley, PA 18034.
Pen Argyl Summer Sounds
Sunday July 1 6:00 pm at Weona Park, Desire - Playing Oldies music of the 50's-70's
Sunday July 1 6:00 pm at Weona Park, Desire - Playing Oldies music of the 50's-70's
July 4
Firecracker 4-Mile Run/Walk
The Easton/Phillipsburg branch of the YMCA, is holding their 20 th Annual Firecracker 4-Mile Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run at Fairview Park, 3501
Fairview Ave., Easton, PA, on Wednesday, July 4. The Firecracker 4-Mile Run/Walk is being held in memory of long-time Y member and running enthusiast, Spencer H. Smith.
In addition to the 4-mile race, festivities will also include a free Kids Fun Run for children 3 to 7 years of age. The most patriotically dressed child will be awarded a special prize. The fun run is a great way to introduce kids to competitive running and Y staff will be on hand to encourage children along the short course. All children that register for the fun run before Monday, June 18, will receive a medal and youth tshirt.
The Firecracker 4-Miler embodies the Y’s cause by being available for all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Adults, children, and families are given the ability to raise their spirits and their heartbeats through this fun and competitive eventv. Proceeds from this annual fundraiser will support youth wellness programs at the Greater Valley YMCA Easton/Phillipsburg branch. Participants can register at www.active.com or at the branch located at 1225 W. Lafayette St.,
Easton, PA, by midnight on Monday, June 18, to be guaranteed a t-shirt and swag bag. The price of the race increases from $20 to $25 for those registering from June 19 up until race day.
July 4th Parade and Fireworks
On July 4th, Upper Mount Bethel Township and Portland Borough will be having its 2nd Annual 4th of July Parade, beginning on 4136 Church Street in UMBT and ending at the Portland Social Hall. The Parade begins at 11am and concludes with free hot dogs and drinks. On the night of the 4th come up to the UMBT Community Park for our first ever fireworks show at dusk. Admission is free. If you would like to enter a float in the Parade, please visit the UMBT website at umbt.org and fill out the Parade Application. However, if you, your children and/or pets want to march in the Parade, just show up at 4136 Church Street in Upper Mount Bethel by 10:15am on the 4th to be in the Parade!
The Easton/Phillipsburg branch of the YMCA, is holding their 20 th Annual Firecracker 4-Mile Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run at Fairview Park, 3501
Fairview Ave., Easton, PA, on Wednesday, July 4. The Firecracker 4-Mile Run/Walk is being held in memory of long-time Y member and running enthusiast, Spencer H. Smith.
In addition to the 4-mile race, festivities will also include a free Kids Fun Run for children 3 to 7 years of age. The most patriotically dressed child will be awarded a special prize. The fun run is a great way to introduce kids to competitive running and Y staff will be on hand to encourage children along the short course. All children that register for the fun run before Monday, June 18, will receive a medal and youth tshirt.
The Firecracker 4-Miler embodies the Y’s cause by being available for all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Adults, children, and families are given the ability to raise their spirits and their heartbeats through this fun and competitive eventv. Proceeds from this annual fundraiser will support youth wellness programs at the Greater Valley YMCA Easton/Phillipsburg branch. Participants can register at www.active.com or at the branch located at 1225 W. Lafayette St.,
Easton, PA, by midnight on Monday, June 18, to be guaranteed a t-shirt and swag bag. The price of the race increases from $20 to $25 for those registering from June 19 up until race day.
July 4th Parade and Fireworks
On July 4th, Upper Mount Bethel Township and Portland Borough will be having its 2nd Annual 4th of July Parade, beginning on 4136 Church Street in UMBT and ending at the Portland Social Hall. The Parade begins at 11am and concludes with free hot dogs and drinks. On the night of the 4th come up to the UMBT Community Park for our first ever fireworks show at dusk. Admission is free. If you would like to enter a float in the Parade, please visit the UMBT website at umbt.org and fill out the Parade Application. However, if you, your children and/or pets want to march in the Parade, just show up at 4136 Church Street in Upper Mount Bethel by 10:15am on the 4th to be in the Parade!
July 5
Amateur Radio Club
Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, July 5, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: “National Traffic System (NTS) for Today’s Radio Amateur” – Don / WK2RP. Hams and others interested always are welcome. For directions, go to http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. For more information, go to www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286.
Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, July 5, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: “National Traffic System (NTS) for Today’s Radio Amateur” – Don / WK2RP. Hams and others interested always are welcome. For directions, go to http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. For more information, go to www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286.
July 8
Junior Week at Tuscarora Inn
Junior Week at Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center and Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center will be held from July 8 at 3 PM to July 14 at 10 at Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center, 3300 River Rd, Mount Bethel.
Junior Week is one of the best weeks of the year at Tuscarora. It is an exciting week of camp while also teaching the gospel story for kids. The impact of this week will last a lifetime.
Designed especially for those finished with 2-6 grades, Junior Week campers experience outdoor activities, costume parties, fun music, drama skits, crafts and more! Your child will do more during Junior Week than any other week of the year!
The staff and counseling teams are carefully selected by Erik McCann, Camp Director, to walk beside your child as they learn and grow during the week.
The cost is $389 if reservation is postmarked by May 1, after May 1 the price is $409. Full payment is due by May 1 for the discounted rate.
If you are in need of financial assistant to send your child to Junior Week, visit our website for information on the Per Rune Larsen Scholarship Fund.
Butterfly and Bird Walk
Waste Management, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl will host a Butterfly and Bird Walk on Sunday, July 8 at 10 am. Some Scout troops may be eligible for badges. Ask your scout leader. Bring binoculars and a camera and wear clothing you're comfortable in. No open toed shoes. Tick spray is a good idea as we will be walking on paths in fields. All ages welcome! Registration is appreciated. Please contact Adrienne Fors - afors1@wmcom
Junior Week at Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center and Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center will be held from July 8 at 3 PM to July 14 at 10 at Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center, 3300 River Rd, Mount Bethel.
Junior Week is one of the best weeks of the year at Tuscarora. It is an exciting week of camp while also teaching the gospel story for kids. The impact of this week will last a lifetime.
Designed especially for those finished with 2-6 grades, Junior Week campers experience outdoor activities, costume parties, fun music, drama skits, crafts and more! Your child will do more during Junior Week than any other week of the year!
The staff and counseling teams are carefully selected by Erik McCann, Camp Director, to walk beside your child as they learn and grow during the week.
The cost is $389 if reservation is postmarked by May 1, after May 1 the price is $409. Full payment is due by May 1 for the discounted rate.
If you are in need of financial assistant to send your child to Junior Week, visit our website for information on the Per Rune Larsen Scholarship Fund.
Butterfly and Bird Walk
Waste Management, 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl will host a Butterfly and Bird Walk on Sunday, July 8 at 10 am. Some Scout troops may be eligible for badges. Ask your scout leader. Bring binoculars and a camera and wear clothing you're comfortable in. No open toed shoes. Tick spray is a good idea as we will be walking on paths in fields. All ages welcome! Registration is appreciated. Please contact Adrienne Fors - afors1@wmcom
July 9-20
Summer Acting Camp
The State Theatre is proud to present its Summer Acting Camp for the sixteenth year in a row! The State Theatre 2018 Acting Camp will be held July 9-20, with Camp Recital on July 21.Consisting of 4 separate morning sessions , Grades 1-3, Grades 4-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, and Grades 4-12 in the afternoon, the two week course is designed to include an educationally based yet fun-filled theater experience. Each child will rotate daily between three classes (Acting, Music and Dance), learning valuable lessons and tips needed in all phases of theater. Some subjects covered include audition technique, presentation, terminology, character development, scene work, improve skills and acting games, choreography, show preparation, and musical technique. Each year is a unique experience!
Classes will begin on Monday, July 9 and run weekdays through July 20. Morning sessions are available from 9 AM – 12:30 PM and Afternoon sessions from 1:30 PM – 5 PM. The last day of regular class (Friday) is a full day, morning and afternoon, for all students. The course will culminate in a student-showcasing recital onSaturday, July 21st.
Prior to March 31, 2018, The early registration fee for the 10 day course is $235. After March 31, 2018, the class registration fee is $255. This fee includes 2 free tickets to the July 21st recital. Class size is limited to 25 students per group.
Directed by Denise Crawn of Prestige Productions, the State Theatre Summer Acting Camp will include instructors with extensive experience in theater arts. They work side by side embracing and encouraging those new to the arts, as well as challenging even the most experienced young actor.
Grades 1-3 AM – Sold Out; Grades 4-5 AM – Sold Out; Grades 6-8 AM – Sold Out; Grades 9-12 AM – Sold OutPM Classes Still Available
Download The 2018 Acting Camp Registration Form Here. Download The 2018 Thomas F Staley Foundation Scholarship Application
The State Theatre is proud to present its Summer Acting Camp for the sixteenth year in a row! The State Theatre 2018 Acting Camp will be held July 9-20, with Camp Recital on July 21.Consisting of 4 separate morning sessions , Grades 1-3, Grades 4-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, and Grades 4-12 in the afternoon, the two week course is designed to include an educationally based yet fun-filled theater experience. Each child will rotate daily between three classes (Acting, Music and Dance), learning valuable lessons and tips needed in all phases of theater. Some subjects covered include audition technique, presentation, terminology, character development, scene work, improve skills and acting games, choreography, show preparation, and musical technique. Each year is a unique experience!
Classes will begin on Monday, July 9 and run weekdays through July 20. Morning sessions are available from 9 AM – 12:30 PM and Afternoon sessions from 1:30 PM – 5 PM. The last day of regular class (Friday) is a full day, morning and afternoon, for all students. The course will culminate in a student-showcasing recital onSaturday, July 21st.
Prior to March 31, 2018, The early registration fee for the 10 day course is $235. After March 31, 2018, the class registration fee is $255. This fee includes 2 free tickets to the July 21st recital. Class size is limited to 25 students per group.
Directed by Denise Crawn of Prestige Productions, the State Theatre Summer Acting Camp will include instructors with extensive experience in theater arts. They work side by side embracing and encouraging those new to the arts, as well as challenging even the most experienced young actor.
Grades 1-3 AM – Sold Out; Grades 4-5 AM – Sold Out; Grades 6-8 AM – Sold Out; Grades 9-12 AM – Sold OutPM Classes Still Available
Download The 2018 Acting Camp Registration Form Here. Download The 2018 Thomas F Staley Foundation Scholarship Application
July 12
Quarry Hoist
Demonstration for the Slate Belt Heritage Center Bangor Quarry Hoist will be held Thursday, July 12 at 7 PM - 8 PM at 1st Street and Market Street, Bangor, Pennsylvania 18013
The Bangor Quarry Hoist has booked its first event! On Thursday, July 12, 2018, at 7 PM, it will operate for the Slate Belt Heritage Center's monthly program, which will occur at the Hoist. The program will detail the restoration of the hoist and feature a live demonstration. Although work on the hoist and pavilion is still underway, progress is so advanced that we can look forward to this event next summer.
Demonstration for the Slate Belt Heritage Center Bangor Quarry Hoist will be held Thursday, July 12 at 7 PM - 8 PM at 1st Street and Market Street, Bangor, Pennsylvania 18013
The Bangor Quarry Hoist has booked its first event! On Thursday, July 12, 2018, at 7 PM, it will operate for the Slate Belt Heritage Center's monthly program, which will occur at the Hoist. The program will detail the restoration of the hoist and feature a live demonstration. Although work on the hoist and pavilion is still underway, progress is so advanced that we can look forward to this event next summer.
July 13
Nature Adventure - Composting 101 for Kids!
Nature Adventure - Composting 101 for Kids! Hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center Friday, July 13 at 10 AM - 11:30 AM at Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl,
Come for a fun filled morning with our friends from the Blue Mountain Community Library! A story about composting will begin our event followed by a compost activity. Children ages 3-6 are ideal for this topic but all ages are welcome!
Please contact Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors with questions or to RSVP. (afors1@wm.com)
Nature Adventure - Composting 101 for Kids! Hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center Friday, July 13 at 10 AM - 11:30 AM at Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl,
Come for a fun filled morning with our friends from the Blue Mountain Community Library! A story about composting will begin our event followed by a compost activity. Children ages 3-6 are ideal for this topic but all ages are welcome!
Please contact Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors with questions or to RSVP. (afors1@wm.com)
July 14
Ride for Relief
Ride for Relief is a motorcycle charity run organized by Pastor Chris and members of the First United Methodist Church that will take place on Saturday, July 14th. The ride will be a 50+ mile tour of the scenic Slate Belt region, beginning and ending at the First United Methodist Church. The ride is raising money for the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR), and all funds will be allocated for United States disaster relief.
Registration completed prior to June 15th will be discounted at a rate of $25 per rider and $15 per passenger. Registrations after June 15th will be $30 per rider and $20 per passenger. Every registration includes the ride, food, and a T-shirt.
Registration forms can be found online at www.firstumcbangor.com/rideforrelief.
RAW Indie Fair
RAW Indie Fair (Vendor Market) Hosted by RAW Urban Winery & Hard Cidery, Saturday, July 14 at 12 PM - 6 PM, 103 Gypsum Rd, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
RAW has curated Local Handcrafting Artisans from all backgrounds and they will be gathered in one location, one day only to share with you the beauty that they create.
Shop this unique group of Jewelry Makers to Woodworkers to Repurposing Artists and even Fine Foods while sipping our National Gold Medal Award Winning Wines, Hard Ciders or Sangrias. Admission is free. Curious about joining our RAW Indie Fair Artisan Collective for the event? Email rawwinery@gmail.com for an application and more info.
Ride for Relief is a motorcycle charity run organized by Pastor Chris and members of the First United Methodist Church that will take place on Saturday, July 14th. The ride will be a 50+ mile tour of the scenic Slate Belt region, beginning and ending at the First United Methodist Church. The ride is raising money for the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR), and all funds will be allocated for United States disaster relief.
Registration completed prior to June 15th will be discounted at a rate of $25 per rider and $15 per passenger. Registrations after June 15th will be $30 per rider and $20 per passenger. Every registration includes the ride, food, and a T-shirt.
Registration forms can be found online at www.firstumcbangor.com/rideforrelief.
RAW Indie Fair
RAW Indie Fair (Vendor Market) Hosted by RAW Urban Winery & Hard Cidery, Saturday, July 14 at 12 PM - 6 PM, 103 Gypsum Rd, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
RAW has curated Local Handcrafting Artisans from all backgrounds and they will be gathered in one location, one day only to share with you the beauty that they create.
Shop this unique group of Jewelry Makers to Woodworkers to Repurposing Artists and even Fine Foods while sipping our National Gold Medal Award Winning Wines, Hard Ciders or Sangrias. Admission is free. Curious about joining our RAW Indie Fair Artisan Collective for the event? Email rawwinery@gmail.com for an application and more info.
July 15
Pen Argyl Summer Sounds
Sunday July 15 6:00 pm at Weona Park - Riverside Rhythm, Playing Modern, Progressive & the Blues
Sunday July 29 6:00 pm Inch and the Echoes Old Time Rock n' Roll of the 50's-70's
Sunday August 12 6:00 pm Nazareth Municipal Band, Concert, Military marches, Broadway melodies
Sunday July 15 6:00 pm at Weona Park - Riverside Rhythm, Playing Modern, Progressive & the Blues
Sunday July 29 6:00 pm Inch and the Echoes Old Time Rock n' Roll of the 50's-70's
Sunday August 12 6:00 pm Nazareth Municipal Band, Concert, Military marches, Broadway melodies
July 21
Bangor Summer Block Party
Plenty of family fun, entertainment, activities and more at the 2nd Annual Summer Block Party on Broadway in downtown Bangor Saturday, July 21 at 4 PM - 7 PM. There will be a mix of free complimentary activities and some ticketed events - more details coming soon. This is a rain or shine, all ages event.
Want to become a sponsor for 2018? Please email historicalbangorba@gmail.com or visit HBBAPA.org for all the details. We thank you for your support.
Plenty of family fun, entertainment, activities and more at the 2nd Annual Summer Block Party on Broadway in downtown Bangor Saturday, July 21 at 4 PM - 7 PM. There will be a mix of free complimentary activities and some ticketed events - more details coming soon. This is a rain or shine, all ages event.
Want to become a sponsor for 2018? Please email historicalbangorba@gmail.com or visit HBBAPA.org for all the details. We thank you for your support.
July 22 - 26
"Christmas in July" VBS
Vacation Bible School is coming to East Bangor United Methodist Community Church on July 22nd - 26th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The theme is a nativity-based "Christmas in July". Ages 4 and up are welcomed. 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. To pre-register visit www.ebumc.org or call 610-588-4453.
Vacation Bible School is coming to East Bangor United Methodist Community Church on July 22nd - 26th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The theme is a nativity-based "Christmas in July". Ages 4 and up are welcomed. 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. To pre-register visit www.ebumc.org or call 610-588-4453.
July 28
Summer Saturdays in the Park
Upper Mount Bethel will hold its second Summer Saturdays in the Park on June 23rd from 2 to 7 pm in the Upper Mount Bethel Township Park, Potomac Street, Mt. Bethel. There will be artists and vendors, kids activities, Jinxx the Clown, face painting, great food and great shopping. This will be fun for the whole family. There will also be Summer Saturday events on July 28th and August 25th with movie night included. For more information, call Tiffany Hayward at 570-242-7671.
Upper Mount Bethel will hold its second Summer Saturdays in the Park on June 23rd from 2 to 7 pm in the Upper Mount Bethel Township Park, Potomac Street, Mt. Bethel. There will be artists and vendors, kids activities, Jinxx the Clown, face painting, great food and great shopping. This will be fun for the whole family. There will also be Summer Saturday events on July 28th and August 25th with movie night included. For more information, call Tiffany Hayward at 570-242-7671.
July 29
Pen Argyl Summer Sounds
Sunday July 29 6:00 pm at Weona Park - Inch and the Echoes Old Time Rock n' Roll of the 50's-70's
Sunday July 29 6:00 pm at Weona Park - Inch and the Echoes Old Time Rock n' Roll of the 50's-70's
August 12
Pen Argyl Summer Sounds
Sunday August 12 6:00 pm Nazareth Municipal Band, Concert, Military marches, Broadway melodies
Sunday August 12 6:00 pm Nazareth Municipal Band, Concert, Military marches, Broadway melodies
August 25
Summer Saturdays in the Park
Upper Mount Bethel will hold the third Summer Saturday in the Park on August 25th from 2 to 7 pm in the Upper Mount Bethel Township Park, Potomac Street, Mt. Bethel. There will be artists and vendors, kids activities, Jinxx the Clown, face painting, great food and great shopping and a movie night. This will be fun for the whole family. For more information, call Tiffany Hayward at 570-242-7671.
Upper Mount Bethel will hold the third Summer Saturday in the Park on August 25th from 2 to 7 pm in the Upper Mount Bethel Township Park, Potomac Street, Mt. Bethel. There will be artists and vendors, kids activities, Jinxx the Clown, face painting, great food and great shopping and a movie night. This will be fun for the whole family. For more information, call Tiffany Hayward at 570-242-7671.
September 15
Paper Shredding Event
A mobile paper shredding event is scheduled for September 15 from 9 am to 12 pm at Weona Park in Pen Argyl. This event is for Northampton County Residents only. No business or commercial shredding will be allowed. Accepted items are financial statements, medical records, investment transactions, employee payvstubs, Social Security or credit card numbers, pre-approved credit card applications, legal documents, tax forms, accounting files, cancelled checks, credit reward or bonus cards. No ring binders, plastic sheet protectors or coverings and no metal strips. DO NOT BRING junk mail, greeting cards, postcards, magazines, fliers, etc. These go in a recycling bin.
A mobile paper shredding event is scheduled for September 15 from 9 am to 12 pm at Weona Park in Pen Argyl. This event is for Northampton County Residents only. No business or commercial shredding will be allowed. Accepted items are financial statements, medical records, investment transactions, employee payvstubs, Social Security or credit card numbers, pre-approved credit card applications, legal documents, tax forms, accounting files, cancelled checks, credit reward or bonus cards. No ring binders, plastic sheet protectors or coverings and no metal strips. DO NOT BRING junk mail, greeting cards, postcards, magazines, fliers, etc. These go in a recycling bin.
September 16-24
AARP Bus Trip
Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 is planning a bus trip to Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick from September 16-24, 2018. Please call Deanna at 610-588-4623 for more information if you are interested in going on this trip which is also open to the public.
Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 is planning a bus trip to Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick from September 16-24, 2018. Please call Deanna at 610-588-4623 for more information if you are interested in going on this trip which is also open to the public.
September 22-23
Masonic Car & Truck Show
Presented by the Portland Masonic lodge No.311 F&AM Car, truck, motorcycle show, truck and tractor pulls Saturday and Sunday. Music, food, vendors, and much much more!!! Setup 9/21 5pm Show & shine and truck pulls Saturday 9/22. Tractor pulls Sunday 9/23. Food, vendors, music. Vendors spaces available.
Call Bob-484-239-5294
Presented by the Portland Masonic lodge No.311 F&AM Car, truck, motorcycle show, truck and tractor pulls Saturday and Sunday. Music, food, vendors, and much much more!!! Setup 9/21 5pm Show & shine and truck pulls Saturday 9/22. Tractor pulls Sunday 9/23. Food, vendors, music. Vendors spaces available.
Call Bob-484-239-5294
September 23
BTPA Motorcycle Run
Bushkill Township Police Association (BTPA) will be hosting their 2nd annual motorcycle run on September 23, 2018 to support Law Enforcement and BTPA. The ride will be full Police escorted and end with a party at Evergreen Lakes. Your donation of $20 per person will include an event t-shirt, after party including food, beverages and live band. All active and retired Law Enforcement are free with proper identification. There will also be a live K-9 demonstration and many other surprises. Save the date and support a great cause with a great ride event.
Bushkill Township Police Association (BTPA) will be hosting their 2nd annual motorcycle run on September 23, 2018 to support Law Enforcement and BTPA. The ride will be full Police escorted and end with a party at Evergreen Lakes. Your donation of $20 per person will include an event t-shirt, after party including food, beverages and live band. All active and retired Law Enforcement are free with proper identification. There will also be a live K-9 demonstration and many other surprises. Save the date and support a great cause with a great ride event.
September 29
Celtic Cultural Alliance Announces Songwriting Competition
Celtic Cultural Alliance will be hosting a songwriting competition, sponsored by C.F. Martin & Co. and Sellersville Theatre, on Saturday, September 29, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at the Celtic Heritage Hollow Stage during the 31st Celtic Classic Highland Games and Festival. The contest is open to all amateur songwriters.
Original songs must have lyrics and be performed in person on the guitar. Songs will be judged on lyrics, melody and performance by professional musicians Graham Wright of the Glengarry Bhoys, Gerry Timlin and Seamus Kennedy. The contestant with the highest score will be awarded one Martin Guitar DRSG with case and strings along with the opportunity to audition as the opening act for a performance at the Sellersville Theatre.
Contestants must send in a registration with the lyrics, and it must be postmarked by September 1, 2018. The contest is limited to the first 15 applicants with a correct registration. For more information and a registration form, please visit http://www.celticfest.org/celtic_song_writing_contest.
Celtic Cultural Alliance will be hosting a songwriting competition, sponsored by C.F. Martin & Co. and Sellersville Theatre, on Saturday, September 29, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at the Celtic Heritage Hollow Stage during the 31st Celtic Classic Highland Games and Festival. The contest is open to all amateur songwriters.
Original songs must have lyrics and be performed in person on the guitar. Songs will be judged on lyrics, melody and performance by professional musicians Graham Wright of the Glengarry Bhoys, Gerry Timlin and Seamus Kennedy. The contestant with the highest score will be awarded one Martin Guitar DRSG with case and strings along with the opportunity to audition as the opening act for a performance at the Sellersville Theatre.
Contestants must send in a registration with the lyrics, and it must be postmarked by September 1, 2018. The contest is limited to the first 15 applicants with a correct registration. For more information and a registration form, please visit http://www.celticfest.org/celtic_song_writing_contest.
October 24
Sight and Sound Trip
The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound in Lancaster to see "Jesus" on October 24th. The cost will include bus fare, driver's tip, entrance to the show and late lunch at Shady Maple. For more information, please call Mary Lou Derea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630."
The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound in Lancaster to see "Jesus" on October 24th. The cost will include bus fare, driver's tip, entrance to the show and late lunch at Shady Maple. For more information, please call Mary Lou Derea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630."
October 27-28
Jacobsburg Market Faire & Rendezvous
Jacobsburg Market Faire & Rendezvous – Living History Weekend will be held Saturday, October 27, 2018: 10 am–4 pm & Sunday, October 28, 2018: 10 am–4 pm. Fur Trade Era encampment, 18th c. Market Faire, Early American Arts & Crafts exhibits with demonstrations Open Hearth Cooking – Children’s Games – Food
Jacobsburg Market Faire & Rendezvous – Living History Weekend will be held Saturday, October 27, 2018: 10 am–4 pm & Sunday, October 28, 2018: 10 am–4 pm. Fur Trade Era encampment, 18th c. Market Faire, Early American Arts & Crafts exhibits with demonstrations Open Hearth Cooking – Children’s Games – Food
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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.
- Walking Club, Mondays, 9;30AM and Friday,
- Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10;00 AM
- Arthritis Class, Tuesdays, and Thursday, Brush away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays 8'00-11;00 AM
- Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, 10;'00 AM
- Library, Computers, Cards, Puzzles available daily and Pool tables mornings and most afternoons.
Pen Argyl - June 2018
MTD: 2.63 YTD: 28.34 Normal: 4.65
01 - .13
02 - .05 03 - .04 04 - .20 05 - .00 06 - .00 07 - .00 08 - .00 09 - .00 10 - .60 11 - .10 12 - .00 13 - .55 14 - .01 15 - .00 16 - .00 |
17 - .00
18 - .74 19 - .04 20 - .10 21 - .07 22 - .00 23 - .00 24 - .00 25 - .00 26 - .00 27 - .00 28 - .00 29 - .00 30 - .00 |
Month |
Total |
Normal |
January |
4,32 |
3.08 |
February |
6.04 |
2.77 |
March |
3,80 |
3.54 |
April |
5.33 |
3.95 |
May |
6.22 |
4.47 |
June |
2.63 |
4.65 |
Total |
28.34 |
22.51 |
Bangor Library New Books
June 7
June 7
Adult Fiction
By Invitation Only by Dorothea Benton Frank
Don’t Believe a Word by Patricia Macdonald
The Dog Who Knew Too Much by Spencer Quinn
A Nantucket Wedding by Nancy Thayer
Dreams of Falling by Karen White.
Adult Non Fiction
50 Ways to Get a Job by Dev Aujla
The Magnolia Story by Chip Gaines
Somebody I Used to Know by Wendy Mitchell.
Large Print Fiction
Princess by James Patterson
The Cast by Danielle Steel.
Young Adult Fiction
Eden Conquered by Joelle Charbonneau
Mark of the Thief by Jennifer Nielsen.
Junior Fiction
The Nerdiest, Wimpiest, Dorkiest I Funny Ever by James Patterson.
Easy Reader Fiction
Fly Guy and the Alienzz by Tedd Arnold.
Easy Fiction
Here, George by Sandra Boynton
Count with Little Fish by Lucy Cousins
Crayola Art of Color by Mari Schuh
Wheels on the Bus
Sing by Carol Thompson.
Audio Books Fiction
Between Friends by Debbie Macomber
The River House by Carla Neggers
Secrets in Death by J.D. Robb
By Invitation Only by Dorothea Benton Frank
Don’t Believe a Word by Patricia Macdonald
The Dog Who Knew Too Much by Spencer Quinn
A Nantucket Wedding by Nancy Thayer
Dreams of Falling by Karen White.
Adult Non Fiction
50 Ways to Get a Job by Dev Aujla
The Magnolia Story by Chip Gaines
Somebody I Used to Know by Wendy Mitchell.
Large Print Fiction
Princess by James Patterson
The Cast by Danielle Steel.
Young Adult Fiction
Eden Conquered by Joelle Charbonneau
Mark of the Thief by Jennifer Nielsen.
Junior Fiction
The Nerdiest, Wimpiest, Dorkiest I Funny Ever by James Patterson.
Easy Reader Fiction
Fly Guy and the Alienzz by Tedd Arnold.
Easy Fiction
Here, George by Sandra Boynton
Count with Little Fish by Lucy Cousins
Crayola Art of Color by Mari Schuh
Wheels on the Bus
Sing by Carol Thompson.
Audio Books Fiction
Between Friends by Debbie Macomber
The River House by Carla Neggers
Secrets in Death by J.D. Robb
Blue Mt. Library New Books
June 4
June 4
Adult Fiction:
An American Marriage, Tayari Jones
The Cutting Edge, Jeffery Deaver
Not That I Could Tell, Jessica Strawser
The Room on Rue Amelie, Kristin Harmel
The Fallen, David Baldacci
I'll Be Your Blue Sky, Marisa De Los Santos
The Bishop's Pawn, Steve Berry
Sisters Like Us, Susan Mallery
Then She Was Gone, Lisa Jewell
Promise, Minrose Gwin
The Terminal List, Jack Carr
The Escape Artist, Brad Meltzer
The Sometimes Sisters, Carolyn Brown
The Taster, V.S. Alexander
Runaway Tide, Julie Carobini
The Disappeared, C.J. Box
Adult Large Print:
The Woman Left Behind, Linda Howard
Sweet Vengeance, Fern Michaels
I've Got My Eyes On You, Mary Higgins Clark
Hurricane Season, Lauren Denton
Adult Non-Fiction:
My Days - Happy and Otherwise, Marion Ross
An American Marriage, Tayari Jones
The Cutting Edge, Jeffery Deaver
Not That I Could Tell, Jessica Strawser
The Room on Rue Amelie, Kristin Harmel
The Fallen, David Baldacci
I'll Be Your Blue Sky, Marisa De Los Santos
The Bishop's Pawn, Steve Berry
Sisters Like Us, Susan Mallery
Then She Was Gone, Lisa Jewell
Promise, Minrose Gwin
The Terminal List, Jack Carr
The Escape Artist, Brad Meltzer
The Sometimes Sisters, Carolyn Brown
The Taster, V.S. Alexander
Runaway Tide, Julie Carobini
The Disappeared, C.J. Box
Adult Large Print:
The Woman Left Behind, Linda Howard
Sweet Vengeance, Fern Michaels
I've Got My Eyes On You, Mary Higgins Clark
Hurricane Season, Lauren Denton
Adult Non-Fiction:
My Days - Happy and Otherwise, Marion Ross
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