
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. Green Knight Industrial Park Breaks Ground![]() Chairman of the Green Knight Economic Development Corporation Carlton Snyder (far right) and other area V.I.P.s break ground this morning for the GKEDC Industrial Park on Male Road in Wind Gap, a short distance from the Giant Supermarket and K-Mart Mall.
This morning, the Green Knight Economic Development Corporation (GKEDC) welcomed local, state, and federal government representatives, economic development partners, and Lehigh Valley area business leaders to the future site of the Green Knight Industrial Park for a ceremonial groundbreaking event.
Located along Route 33 near the Route 512 interchange, the Green Knight Industrial Park will house a total of approximately 200,000 square feet of building space, with lots sized to meet the demand of small-to-mid sided manufacturers and industrial firms looking to locate or expand in the region. Upon full build out, the park is estimated to create approximately 280 jobs and generate approximately $300,000 annually in additional tax revenue for the community. . Funding for the project has come from the GKEDC, PA DCED’s Business in Our Sites and Monroe County Local Share Account programs, Northampton County’s Community Investment Partnership Program (CIPP), and the USEPA’s Brownfield Program. “We’ve been working toward this day for several years and we couldn’t be more excited to get construction underway” stated GKEDC Board Chairman Carlton Snyder. “A project like this requires an all-hands-on-deck approach, and we’ve been fortunate to have such a tremendous team of partners working with us to help bring this project to fruition.” Friday’s groundbreaking ceremony commemorated the start of construction on the new roadways and other public infrastructure that will service the industrial park. Construction of the infrastructure is scheduled to take place throughout the rest of 2018 and finish in the spring of 2019. Once the infrastructure has been installed, GKEDC will sell individual lots to developers and end users, who will construct the buildings and associated site work for their respective lots. The infrastructure work will be constructed by Muschlitz Excavating. Bohler Engineering provided engineering design services and Taggart Associates has provided project management services on behalf of the GKEDC. 2018 Preservation Awards......![]() The 2018 Preservation Awards were presented Thursday night at the Slate Belt Heritage Center. Honorees include (L-R) Deanna Ruzanski, Walter Emery, and Peter Marmaras. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Peter Marmaras - Architectural Award
The Architectural Award is presented to an individual who has performed an exemplary act in saving or conserving a historic building, place or artifact where restoration is authentic to preservation. This years’ award will be presented to Mr. & Mrs. Peter Marmaras. They have both undertaken the task to reface the original Miller House, circa 1752, one of the original deeds for the founding of Plainfield Township in 1760. They dded two completely historic additions in 1997 and late in 2004. A parlor garden, added on the east side of the house, was done in original, Pennsylvania German “four square” design. Where possible they used only old material: doors, moldings, hinges and cincture. The home now retains its original floor plan where the cooking hearth has been restored and is now in regular use with 18th century implements Deanna Ruzanski.- Initiative Award The Initiative Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in promoting and preserving Slate Belt heritage through in-kind actions. This will be presented to Mrs. Deanna Ruzanski. Mrs. Ruzanski was instrumental in the writing the book, A Great Miracle Happened Here, a story of the Jewish influence in the Slate Belt. She was also a formidable figure in the publishing of the book, Letters to Homefront, A Love Story Between a Community and its WW II Soldiers. She has worked tirelessly with these two projects, without thought of compensation. She has helped save a body of knowledge for education information and documentation. Walter Emery - Special Focus Award The Special Focus Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in saving or conserving traditions or a body of knowledge. That individual who contributes to educational information via documentation. This award will be presented to Mr. Walter Emery. Mr. Emery has presented many programs containing his extensive collection of post cards depicting sites throughout the Slate Belt. Also, his compilation of information and photographs of former one-room schoolhouses also serves to preserve history for future generations. Additionally, as chairman of the Portland centennial Committee, he was prominent in assisting the purchase of the Mt. Bethel Church which was then established as the Slate Belt Museum. His untiring dedication conserving a body of knowledge for educational information merits this award. Car Show.......This 1967 Belvidere owned by Stacy Lisk 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 sings among spectators during his performance at Weona Park Sunday evening. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Lisa Newberry Belt and Beyond
Bangor Women's Club Installs New Officers
Seated Left to Right Lois Stopp, Treasurer; Joyce Barilla, Recording Secretary; Carol Akam, President; June Jones, 1st Vice President. Standing Left to Right Robin Young, Assistant Treasurer; Heidi Bates, 2nd Vice President; Yvonne Humphreys, Assistant Recording Secretary; Karen Bodine, Corresponding Secretary
The Bangor Womens Club (GFWC) held their Annual Spring Luncheon at the Sycamore Grill in Delaware Water Gap, PA. June Hess, Judy Piper, and outgoing President Ellen Prudenti conducted installation of new officers for the 2018 -2020 term. Carol Akam, President; June Jones, 1st Vice President; Heidi Bates, 2nd Vice President; Joyce Barilla, Recording Secretary, Yvonne Humphreys, Assistant Recording Secretary; Lois Stopp, Treasurer; Robin Young, Assistant Treasurer; and Karen Bodine, Corresponding Secretary. Past Presidents who attended the luncheon were recognized, Mary Bach, Carolyn Smith, Joyce Barilla, Marie Balson, June Hess, Judy Piper, and Ellen Prudenti. The club appreciates the leadership displayed by this great group of women. Judy Piper was awarded a gift for being Volunteer of the Year. Judy performs many volunteer hours to the Library and our club. Joyce Barilla presented awards for Bridge Marathon to First - Heidi Bates; Second - Doris Bergen; and Third - Sonya Pin. She also presented awards for Pinochle to First - Pauline Fox; Second - Marilyn Mehas; and Third - June Jones. Anna Drago recognized members who had Perfect Attendance at all meetings this year. Carol Akam, Marie Balson, Heidi Bates, Doris Bergen, Anna Drago, June Jones, Betty Josephson, Carol Magda, Marilyn Mehas, Joyce Parsons, and Carolyn Smith. Members who missed only one meeting were also recognized, Fran Attinella, Mary Bach, Barbara Frutchey, Judy Piper, Ellen Prudenti, June Hess, and Lois Stopp. Marie Balson Arts Festival Chair presented certificates to winners in the 2018 Arts Festival. June Hess - Photography; Carolyn Smith - Stop Child Abuse Poster, Decorated Wooden Tray, and Photography of Living Things; and the Bangor Club received awards for participating in GFWC Pennies for Arts and sponsoring a local student in the HOBY program. June Hess decribed the GFWC Red Nose Program. This year May 24 was designed as Red Nose Day. The program's purpose is to End Child Poverty. Half of the proceeds from the sale of Red Rubber Noses is designated to be used in the USA and half to other countries around the world. The club purchased Red Noses for all members at the luncheon. Carol Akam, newly installed President closed the meeting by thanking all the members for their participation and stated she is looking forward to a successful term. Her new motto is "Join Our Club". See you in September. News Shorts.........
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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 Session7:30 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 June 25 Deer Head Inn-Water Gap Jazz Orchestra 7:30 pm Porters' Pub - Tim Harakal Band 10:00 pm Sarah Street Grill - The Pocono Duo Trio 10 pm |
Guest Preacher
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes Dr. Roger Schwartz as guest preacher at the 9:15 a.m. worship service on Sunday, June 24th. Following the service there will be a fellowship hour in the social hall. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more information call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.
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.
Latino Conservation Week
Jacobsburg Evironmental Center will celebrate Latino Conservation Week, July 14th -22nd , 2018. Latino Conservation Week is an initiative of Hispanic Access Foundation (HAF). Latino Conservation Week was created to support the Latino community getting into the outdoors and participating in activities to protect our natural resources. Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center and Lehigh Gap Nature Center are partnering to present a bilingual evening program where participants can choose from a variety of nature activities. These activities will include birding, hiking and creek exploration. Spanish instructions will be provided by staff from DCNR and Lehigh Gap Nature Center’s Color of Nature program.
Celebrate Latino Conservation Week with an evening of creek walking, birding, and hiking Tuesday, July 17 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. This free family event will be presented in English and Spanish. Bring clothes and old shoes that can get wet, sturdy shoes to hike, water and a snack. For more information, contact Jacobsburg EE Center at (610) 746-2801 or Ariel Delgado at [email protected].
Una Tarde de Actividades en la Naturaleza, Martes, Julio 17, 5:00-7:00PM Ven y celebra la semana de Latino Conservación con una tarde de Estudio de Arroyo, Excursión y Observación de Aves! Este evento es gratis y para familias con instructores en Español y Ingles. Triga ropa y zapatos para meterse en el agua, zapatos para la caminata y comida para comer. Para más información contacte Jacobsburg EE Center 610-746-2801 o Ariel Delgado email [email protected].
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.
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes Dr. Roger Schwartz as guest preacher at the 9:15 a.m. worship service on Sunday, June 24th. Following the service there will be a fellowship hour in the social hall. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more information call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.
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.
Latino Conservation Week
Jacobsburg Evironmental Center will celebrate Latino Conservation Week, July 14th -22nd , 2018. Latino Conservation Week is an initiative of Hispanic Access Foundation (HAF). Latino Conservation Week was created to support the Latino community getting into the outdoors and participating in activities to protect our natural resources. Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center and Lehigh Gap Nature Center are partnering to present a bilingual evening program where participants can choose from a variety of nature activities. These activities will include birding, hiking and creek exploration. Spanish instructions will be provided by staff from DCNR and Lehigh Gap Nature Center’s Color of Nature program.
Celebrate Latino Conservation Week with an evening of creek walking, birding, and hiking Tuesday, July 17 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. This free family event will be presented in English and Spanish. Bring clothes and old shoes that can get wet, sturdy shoes to hike, water and a snack. For more information, contact Jacobsburg EE Center at (610) 746-2801 or Ariel Delgado at [email protected].
Una Tarde de Actividades en la Naturaleza, Martes, Julio 17, 5:00-7:00PM Ven y celebra la semana de Latino Conservación con una tarde de Estudio de Arroyo, Excursión y Observación de Aves! Este evento es gratis y para familias con instructores en Español y Ingles. Triga ropa y zapatos para meterse en el agua, zapatos para la caminata y comida para comer. Para más información contacte Jacobsburg EE Center 610-746-2801 o Ariel Delgado email [email protected].
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 - June 22
FDR signs G.I. Bill 1944
On this day in 1944, U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the G.I. Bill, an unprecedented act of legislation designed to compensate returning members of the armed services–known as G.I.s–for their efforts in World War II.
As the last of its sweeping New Deal reforms, Roosevelt’s administration created the G.I. Bill–officially the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944–hoping to avoid a relapse into the Great Depression after the war ended. FDR particularly wanted to prevent a repeat of the Bonus March of 1932, when 20,000 unemployed veterans and their families flocked in protest to Washington. The American Legion, a veteran’s organization, successfully fought for many of the provisions included in the bill, which gave returning servicemen access to unemployment compensation, low-interest home and business loans, and–most importantly–funding for education.
By giving veterans money for tuition, living expenses, books, supplies and equipment, the G.I. Bill effectively transformed higher education in America. Before the war, college had been an option for only 10-15 percent of young Americans, and university campuses had become known as a haven for the most privileged classes. By 1947, in contrast, vets made up half of the nation’s college enrollment; three years later, nearly 500,000 Americans graduated from college, compared with 160,000 in 1939.
As the last of its sweeping New Deal reforms, Roosevelt’s administration created the G.I. Bill–officially the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944–hoping to avoid a relapse into the Great Depression after the war ended. FDR particularly wanted to prevent a repeat of the Bonus March of 1932, when 20,000 unemployed veterans and their families flocked in protest to Washington. The American Legion, a veteran’s organization, successfully fought for many of the provisions included in the bill, which gave returning servicemen access to unemployment compensation, low-interest home and business loans, and–most importantly–funding for education.
By giving veterans money for tuition, living expenses, books, supplies and equipment, the G.I. Bill effectively transformed higher education in America. Before the war, college had been an option for only 10-15 percent of young Americans, and university campuses had become known as a haven for the most privileged classes. By 1947, in contrast, vets made up half of the nation’s college enrollment; three years later, nearly 500,000 Americans graduated from college, compared with 160,000 in 1939.


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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 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. ([email protected])
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. ([email protected])
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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]
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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]
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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]. 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. ([email protected])
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. ([email protected])
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 [email protected] for an application and more info.
Music in the Valley
On Saturday July 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is the place to be to enjoy the sounds of traditional music. Supported in part by a Project Stream grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, the twelfth annual “Music in the Valley” will feature musical performances at various locations around the historic farm, reminiscent of how it would have been heard in the 19th century.
Ice Cream Festival
Join us on July 14 for Trinity United Church of Christ's ANNUAL ICE CREAM FESTIVAL! 4PM to 8PM, 632 South Delaware Drive (Route 611), Mount Bethel (Stone Church). Rain or Shine! We'll have homemade ice cream, a tricky tray, great food, games for kids, and fun for all!
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 [email protected] for an application and more info.
Music in the Valley
On Saturday July 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is the place to be to enjoy the sounds of traditional music. Supported in part by a Project Stream grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, the twelfth annual “Music in the Valley” will feature musical performances at various locations around the historic farm, reminiscent of how it would have been heard in the 19th century.
Ice Cream Festival
Join us on July 14 for Trinity United Church of Christ's ANNUAL ICE CREAM FESTIVAL! 4PM to 8PM, 632 South Delaware Drive (Route 611), Mount Bethel (Stone Church). Rain or Shine! We'll have homemade ice cream, a tricky tray, great food, games for kids, and fun for all!
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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 21
June 21
Adult Fiction
Someone to Care
Someone to Hold
Someone to Love
Someone to Wed by Mary Balogh
The President is Missing by Bill Clinton and James Patterson
My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray
Phoebes Light by Suzanne Woods Fisher
The Love Letter by Rachel Hauck
Love and Ruin by Paula Mclain
The First Family by Michael Palmer
The Pharaoh Key by Douglas Preston
Shelter in Place by Nora Roberts
Welcome to Moonlight Harbor by Sheila Roberts
Vicious by Victoria Schwab
The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware
Mangrove Lightning by Randy Wayne White.
Adult Non Fiction
The Little Things by Andy Andrews
Friend of a Friend by David Burkus
Box of Butterflies by Roma Downey
In Conclusion, Don’t Worry About It by Lauren Graham.
Young Adult Fiction
The Oceans Between Stars by Kevin Emerson
I Have Lost My Way by Gayle Forman
Rise of the Wolf
Wrath of the Storm by Jennifer Nielsen
Ghost by Jason Reynolds
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: The Illustrated Edition
Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone: The illustrated Edition by J.K Rowling and Jim Kay
Ash Princess by Laura Sebastian
What the Night Sings by Vesper Stamper
A Reaper at the Gates by Sabaa Tahir.
Junior Fiction
The Penderwicks at Last by Jeanne Birdsall
Bob by Wendy Mass
From Hero to Zero by James Patterson.
Easy Reader Fiction
Pete the Cats Groovy Bake Sale by James Dean
Mouse Loves Summer by Lauren Thompson
The Itchy Book by Leuyen Pham.
Easy Fiction
Leos Gift by Susan Blackaby
Llama Llama Loves to Read by Anna Dewdney
Ocean Meets Sky by Terry Fan
I’ve Loved You Since Forever by Hoda Kotb
Mothers Day Surprise by C.A. Krones
Little Robot Alone by Patricia Maclachlan
Be Kind by Pat Miller
Good Night Owl by Greg Pizzoli
Moms Busy Days by Elise Raucy
Dude by Aaron Reynolds
A Box of Butterflies by Jo Rooks
Splat and the New Baby by Rob Scotton
Kit & Kaboodle by Rosemary Wells.
Dvds
Thoroughbreds.
Someone to Care
Someone to Hold
Someone to Love
Someone to Wed by Mary Balogh
The President is Missing by Bill Clinton and James Patterson
My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray
Phoebes Light by Suzanne Woods Fisher
The Love Letter by Rachel Hauck
Love and Ruin by Paula Mclain
The First Family by Michael Palmer
The Pharaoh Key by Douglas Preston
Shelter in Place by Nora Roberts
Welcome to Moonlight Harbor by Sheila Roberts
Vicious by Victoria Schwab
The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware
Mangrove Lightning by Randy Wayne White.
Adult Non Fiction
The Little Things by Andy Andrews
Friend of a Friend by David Burkus
Box of Butterflies by Roma Downey
In Conclusion, Don’t Worry About It by Lauren Graham.
Young Adult Fiction
The Oceans Between Stars by Kevin Emerson
I Have Lost My Way by Gayle Forman
Rise of the Wolf
Wrath of the Storm by Jennifer Nielsen
Ghost by Jason Reynolds
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: The Illustrated Edition
Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone: The illustrated Edition by J.K Rowling and Jim Kay
Ash Princess by Laura Sebastian
What the Night Sings by Vesper Stamper
A Reaper at the Gates by Sabaa Tahir.
Junior Fiction
The Penderwicks at Last by Jeanne Birdsall
Bob by Wendy Mass
From Hero to Zero by James Patterson.
Easy Reader Fiction
Pete the Cats Groovy Bake Sale by James Dean
Mouse Loves Summer by Lauren Thompson
The Itchy Book by Leuyen Pham.
Easy Fiction
Leos Gift by Susan Blackaby
Llama Llama Loves to Read by Anna Dewdney
Ocean Meets Sky by Terry Fan
I’ve Loved You Since Forever by Hoda Kotb
Mothers Day Surprise by C.A. Krones
Little Robot Alone by Patricia Maclachlan
Be Kind by Pat Miller
Good Night Owl by Greg Pizzoli
Moms Busy Days by Elise Raucy
Dude by Aaron Reynolds
A Box of Butterflies by Jo Rooks
Splat and the New Baby by Rob Scotton
Kit & Kaboodle by Rosemary Wells.
Dvds
Thoroughbreds.
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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