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Planned PennDOT Roadwork Nov 18-22
(Weather May Alter Plans)
Looking for Recent News & Videos? If you are looking for a story or photo that recently appeared in our daily editions of the Town Topics you may find them at the bottom of this page or on our RECENT NEWS page. If you are looking for recent videos you can find them at our YOUTUBE Channel @ Slate Belt Happenings. Lookout Hose Cutting.......
Lookout firemen watch the "hose cutting" signifying the opening of Lookout's new firehouse in Pen Argyl during ceremonies held Saturday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Emily Dario SEE VIDEO BELOW Law Reform Will Help Students
Following through on their commitment to improve career and technical education (CTE) through the #GoodJobs4PA legislative package, a new state law will make the most significant reforms to our CTE laws in more than three decades.
Act 76 of 2019, which was signed into law last week, will help ensure our students are better prepared for success in the workforce while at the same time attracting employers and economic development to the Commonwealth. To ensure students are well informed about their choices, the law expands an online database of articulation agreements so students know what courses may transfer between higher education institutions and requires schools to give equal opportunity to both college and career presenters at career fairs. The measure also requires the Pennsylvania Workforce Development Board, with assistance from the Department of Education, to conduct a survey to determine the number and types of workforce development programs offered at secondary and postsecondary institutions. To support CTE programs financially, Act 76 sets into law guidelines for CTE equipment grants and establishes the Schools-to-Work Program within the Department of Labor and Industry to provide grants to pre-apprenticeship programs for the purpose of establishing or enhancing workforce development partnerships between schools, employers, organizations or associations to create employment and training pathways. Len Mooney Open Mic at the Pub Tuesday
Len Mooney will hold Open Mic at the Broadway Pub Tuesday November 19 starting at 7pm. The intention of this Open Mic is to build a community of musicians and artists in the Bangor area and beyond. Everyone is welcome.
What Is a Long-Term Care Rider ?
A long-term care (LTC) rider is an optional add-on to a qualifying life insurance policy that provides financial support if you need hands-on daily care from a nurse or a health aide for long periods of time. This care can be received at your home or in health care facility. The benefits are triggered when a licensed health professional¹ certifies that you are unable to complete at least two daily living activities independently, such as bathing, dressing, eating, using the bathroom or moving in or out of a bed.² The coverage for an LTC rider is provided through an acceleration of death benefits on a life insurance policy. That means the payments that you receive to cover long-term medical expenses are subtracted from the amount that will be paid to beneficiaries through the life insurance policy after your death.³ For many, an LTC rider is a more appealing option than a stand-alone LTC policy, which may be expensive, offer no cash value and could require more extensive underwriting. WHAT ERIE FAMILY LIFE OFFERS With a Long-Term Care (LTC) Accelerated Death Benefit Rider from Erie Family Life Insurance Company,⁴ you’ll have the flexibility to use your money for what you need. Here’s how the coverage works:
State Rep. Hahn Congratulates Wind Gap Thunder
Rep. Marcia Hahn congratulates the Wind Gap Thunder U-13 soccer team on their remarkable undefeated season.
Happening Thursday.....Young at Heart to Honor Vets The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club would like to honor all veterans and military to our veterans salute on Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 12:00 noon. The event will take place at St. Elizabeth's church in Pen Argyl. Please give us a chance to thank each and everyone of you for all that you have done and do for our country. Families, guests, and the public are invited to join us. The select group of the Bangor Area School will present a musical salute. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.
Getting Ready for Winter
Winter weather arrived in some parts of the Commonwealth earlier this week, reminding us of the importance of preparing for colder weather and winter travel.
Preparation is one key to successfully navigating winter roads. Prior to the winter driving season, you should have a mechanic check the brakes, battery, hoses and belts. Also, be sure to check your fluid levels, make sure your wipers don’t streak, ensure your heater and defroster are working properly, check to make sure all your lights are working, and ensure your tires are properly inflated and have sufficient tread depth. Pack an emergency travel kit as well. Click here for more information. When it’s cold outside, try to stay indoors as much as possible. If you must go outside, cover yours ears, head, mouth and face; dress in layers; don’t ignore your body shivering; and check on infants and senior citizens to ensure they are warm enough. Click here for more information. Finally, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) reminds residents to write down, print or save toll-free outage hotlines for your electric utility and/or your natural gas utility, which are listed on your monthly bills and posted on the PUC website. The PUC also encourages you to call your utility company if an outage occurs and not to assume someone else has already done so. Click here for more information.
Regular Slate Belt Events This Week.......
Holiday Shopping at the Book Nook
The BMCL’s Book Nook is your place for one stop shopping for the reader on your Holiday List. It is a room filled with giftable books including Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction, Children and Young Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction, Large Print and Classics, as well as Puzzles and DVD’s and each month the Library offers a “Book Nook Special.” Book Nook Gift Certificates are also available to purchase for your favorite readers.
The Blue Mountain Community Library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave. in Pen Argyl. Hours are 10-12, Monday thru Saturday mornings and 6-8, Monday thru Thursday evenings. Stop in and check off all the readers on your Holiday List! Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.
Public Service Announcements Holiday Shopping at the Book Nook
The BMCL’s Book Nook is your place for one stop shopping for the reader on your Holiday List. It is a room filled with giftable books including Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction, Children and Young Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction, Large Print and Classics, as well as Puzzles and DVD’s and each month the Library offers a “Book Nook Special.” Book Nook Gift Certificates are also available to purchase for your favorite readers. The Blue Mountain Community Library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave. in Pen Argyl. Hours are 10-12, Monday thru Saturday mornings and 6-8, Monday thru Thursday evenings. Stop in and check off all the readers on your Holiday List! Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. Rescue Fire and Santa Gifts
Bangor's Rescue Fire Co. #1 will be delivering gifts again with Santa this year. Please bring a wrapped gift for the person you wish to the fire house any Monday night between 7 and 9 pm. Santa will start deliver presents at 10 am on the 14th and continue till the last gift is delivered. Please attach to the gift the persons name, address and a phone number in case we need to contact someone. The cost is a $10 donation per two gifts and $5 for each additional gift. **snow date is 12/21/2019. Please watch our page for further details. **The home must be in the Borough of Bangor. East Bangor Santa Visits
Santa will once again visit residents of East Bangor this year on Christmas Eve. If you would like to be added to the list, call 610-588-5996. 
Home Heating Assistance
LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps individuals and families pay their heating bills through home heating energy assistance grants. It also provides crisis grants to help in the event of an emergency or if a resident is in danger of losing his or her heat due to broken equipment, lack of fuel or termination of utility service. The income eligibility guidelines for LIHEAP are set at 150% of the federal poverty income level. For example, the income limit for an individual is $18,735; for a couple, the limit is $25,365; and for a family of four, it is $38,625. Residents may apply for LIHEAP online or by contacting the County Assistance Office in their county of residence. Click here for additional information. Support Group For & First Reponders
A new confidential support group for veterans and first responders is available at A Clean Slate on the corner of Broadway and First St. (Rt. 191) in Bangor. The group meets the third Monday of the month from 7pm to 8pm. It is free. A professional counselor will facilitate the group. All are welcome. No sign-up is needed. Call 610-452-9348 for more info. Weona Calendars Available
After many months of hard work, the 100th Anniversary of Weona Park 2020 Calendar is completed. Put together by Walter Cole, former History teacher at Pen Argyl High School and member of the Slate Belt Heritage Center, it features pictures, past and present, of the park and events that took place there, as well as in early Pen Argyl. This Limited-Edition Calendar is now available to purchase at a cost of $15.00, cash or check only. Checks should be made payable to “Pen Argyl Borough”. The Calendar is on display at the Blue Mt. Community Library, 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl. To purchase or for more information, call Walt Cole at 610-863-6472. Slater Band Seeks Donations
On November 24th, 2019 the Award-Winning Bangor Slater Bands, Bangor PA, will be holding their Seventh Annual Bag Bingo and Tricky Tray event! With the support of many local businesses and organizations we have been able to make this event a great success! Once again, we are reaching out to in hopes that you can assist us to achieve our goals. They are currently seeking donations of prizes; such as gift cards, goods, or made up baskets to use for the raffles. Cash donations are also welcomed to help defray the costs of hosting our fundraiser. They hope that your business would strongly consider supporting us to keep music programs thriving in Our Community! Please feel free to contact Missy Dean via e-mail missydeanbbb@gmail.com or Phone/Text 484-866-6830 as convenient for you, with any questions. They wish to have all contributions in before November 16th. Perishable donations will be picked up on 11/22 or 11/23. Local pick up will be arranged! All sponsors will be recognized in the event program! Donations may be mailed to: Missy Dean, Bangor Band Bingo, P.O. Box 687 Portland, PA 18351 Help Our Local Veterans
Clothing drive for VETS. New and Gently used clean-clothes, jackets, hats, scarves, pants, shirts are welcome. Drop off locations: Portland Borough Hall, Refiners Fire Ministry, Division St. Portland, Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce, 187 Blue Valley Dr, Bangor, Slate Belt Y, Pen Argyl, Waste Management, Pen Argyl, Hope UCC Church, Wind Gap, Blue Valley Farm Show, Bangor, Randy’s Automotive, 1065 W Pennsylvania Ave Pen Argyl, Sponsored by Slate Belt Council of Governments, Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce, Slate Belt Y, Valor, Yvonne Gumaer, Waste Management & area churches. For more details contact Mayor Lance at 570-856-7368 Snowshoes and Hiking Poles Available
Snowshoes and Hiking Poles are available at Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth every Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg’s trails this winter! Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, usually at least six inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check our website for current winter conditions and snow depth: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/WinterReport/Pages/default.aspx 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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. Art Workshop for Teens
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Main Street Market Opens......
Main Street Market opened Thursday. We wish owners Duane and Nichole Smith the best of luck in their new venture and hope that Main Street Market becomes the GO-TO grocery store of the Slate Belt. Their hours are 8-9 Monday - Friday, 8-8 Saturday and 8-6 Sunday.
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November 21
Young at Heart
to Honor Vets
The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club would like to honor all veterans and military to our veterans salute on Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 12:00 noon. The event will take place at St. Elizabeth's church in Pen Argyl. Please give us a chance to thank each and everyone of you for all that you have done and do for our country. Families, guests, and the public are invited to join us. The select group of the Bangor Area School will present a musical salute. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.
November 22
Lip Sync Concert
Bangor Area High School Choir Lip Sync Concert will be held November 22 at 7:30 PM in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater, Five Points Richmond Rd., Bangor PA.
BAMS Legally Blonde Jr
Bangor Area Middle School is getting Serious with the big, fun and pink musical Legally Blonde JR! Scheduled for November 22 at 7pm and November 23 at 1pm.
Tickets: $7 showtix4u.com or at the door
Based on the wildly popular movie with book by Heather Hach and music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Neil Benjamin, Legally Blonde JR. is a family-friendly version of the Broadway hit audiences have loved for over a decade. Sorority star Elle Woods doesn't take "no" for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone "serious," Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style.
Starring in the role of Elle Woods is 8th grader Ava Renner along with her best friends Margot, played by Kassandra Makatura, Serena, played by Madeleine Erdie, and Pilar, played by Grace Deeney.
Christmas Bazaar
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Fri., Nov. 22nd, from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sat., Nov. 23rd, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be a "White Elephant" ONLY sale on Mon., Nov. 18th - Thurs., Nov. 21st from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The bazaar consists of handcrafted Christmas gifts and ornaments, hand-knitted items, estate jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies.
Homemade soup and sandwiches will be available. Door prizes Friday and Saturday. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Call 610-588-4453 or visit: ebumc. org.
Family Night
Family Night at Jacobsburg on Friday, November 22 at 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm will be called "My Life as a Turkey", Bring your family along to Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center for a craft activity and movie night. We’ll be screening "My Life as a Turkey", the account of an experiment by naturalist Joe Hutto to raise a brood of wild turkey poults.
Learn about the secret world of turkeys through Joe's retelling of the relationship that he formed with them during his life as a turkey. Craft time starts at 6:30pm and the movie starts promptly at 7:00pm. Registration is required as supplies and seating are limited. You may preview the film online: http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/my-life-as-a-turkey-introduction/7268/
Kid's Night Out
Friday, November 22nd from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Bloom will hold KID’S NIGHT OUT - a PAINT NIGHT for KIDS. Kids can enjoy art themed activities, which include completed project while parents enjoy 2.5 hours any way they want! Leave your kids in trusted care and take advantage of some time to run errands, relax or have a kid free meal! There are several restaurants within walking distance from the studio. For ages 5 and up. Kids may bring a snack to have while they’re here. The cost is $30, register online now to save your spot! REGISTER HERE
Birch Tree Pallet
Birch Trees are a symbol of new beginnings, regeneration, hope, new dawns and the promise of what is to come. Why wait for the new year? Keep this pallet around all year long to remind you of the promise of what is to come!
Join Karin at Bloom on Saturday, November 23rd at 4 PM to create your very own. Cost of $25 includes all materials and instruction! Every purchase at Bloom helps a woman to heal and have a new beginning! REGISTER HERE
John Cannavo at the Pub
John Cannavo will be playing at the Slate Pub Pen Argyl Pa. Hosted by John Cannavo Guitarist and The Slate Pub Friday, November 22, 2019 at 10 PM – 1 AM 509 E Main St, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072
Five Points birthday party
Five Points birthday party with the Knobby Whistler’s is on tap Friday, November 22, 2019 at 8 PM – 11 PM at Five Points Inn 1001 Mt Bethel Hwy, Mount Bethel.
It’s Gina’s birthday so join in the fun! Live music, great food and drinks AND cake!! The Knobby Whistlers feature Jim McCabe, Glenn Henning, Kevin Henning, Bryan Christopher Bobby Baltera.
Cody Templeton at Rivals
Cody Templeton Band will play at the Rivals Sports Bar & Restaurant Friday, November 22, 2019 at 8 PM – 11 PM at 5 Lehns Ct, Easton.
November 23
Free Movie in Bangor
Due to technical difficulties over the summer, the Bangor Park Board was not able to show the FREE movie that was scheduled. (Mary Poppins Returns).
They will be showing that movie on November 23rd at the Borough Administration Building (Beehive building). Doors will open at 6:30 pm and the movie begins at 7 pm.
Please bring a blanket, pillows, etc as you will be sitting on the floor. There is a limited amount of space due to fire code so the earlier you arrive the better. A limited number of chairs will be available.
Drinks and popcorn will be available for purchase.
Birch Tree Pallet
Birch Trees are a symbol of new beginnings, regeneration, hope, new dawns and the promise of what is to come. Why wait for the new year? Keep this pallet around all year long to remind you of the promise of what is to come!
Join Karin at Bloom on Saturday, November 23rd at 4 PM to create your very own. Cost of $25 includes all materials and instruction! Every purchase at Bloom helps a woman to heal and have a new beginning! REGISTER HERE
Philly Keys
Coming to Wind Gap
North Bangor Fire Company will present The Philly Keys Saturday, November 23, at 7 PM Tickets northbangorfirecompany.ticketleap.com
The North Bangor And Wind Gap Fire Companies will bring this show to you on Nov 23 at the Wind Gap Fire Company Social Hall. Must be 21 & over show. Food to purchase. Tickets $20.00 Beer included!! Tickets are for sale!!! These guys are hot and will sell out fast. Come out and see the Philly Keys Dueling Pianos.
Check them out on Facebook or YouTube. It will be a night you will not want to miss.
BAMS Legally Blonde Jr
Bangor Area Middle School is getting Serious with the big, fun and pink musical Legally Blonde JR! Scheduled for November 23 at 1pm.
Tickets: $7 showtix4u.com or at the door
Based on the wildly popular movie with book by Heather Hach and music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Neil Benjamin, Legally Blonde JR. is a family-friendly version of the Broadway hit audiences have loved for over a decade. Sorority star Elle Woods doesn't take "no" for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone "serious," Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style.
Starring in the role of Elle Woods is 8th grader Ava Renner along with her best friends Margot, played by Kassandra Makatura, Serena, played by Madeleine Erdie, and Pilar, played by Grace Deeney.
November 24
Bingo & Tricky Tray
On November 24th, 2019 the Award-Winning Bangor Slater Bands, Bangor PA, will be holding their Seventh Annual Bag Bingo and Tricky Tray event!
With the support of many local businesses and organizations we have been able to make this event a great success! Once again, we are reaching out to in hopes that you can assist us to achieve our goals.
They are currently seeking donations of prizes; such as gift cards, goods, or made up baskets to use for the raffles. Cash donations are also welcomed to help defray the costs of hosting our fundraiser. We hope that your business would strongly consider supporting us to keep music programs thriving in Our Community!
Please feel free to contact missydeanbbb@gmail.com or Phone/Text 484-866-6830 as convenient for you, with any questions. They hope to have all contributions in before November 9th.
November 26
Disney Concert
Bangor Area High School Choir Disney Concert will be held on November 26 at 7:00 PM in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater, Five Points Richmond Rd., Bangor, PA
November 27
Thanksgiving Eve at Jewell's
Thanksgiving Eve at Jewell's Beer And Bullets Hosted by Cody Templeton Band Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 9 PM – 12 AM at 251 East Central Avenue, East Bangor.
This Thanksgiving Eve, we're back at our home base, and we want to bring YOU to where it all started.
November 28
Closed for Thanksgiving
Bloom will be closed on Thursday, November 28th. Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
November 30
Dreamcatchers By Kris
Dreamcatchers By Kris will held Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 9 AM – 3 PM at the Mt. Bethel Fire Hall located at 2341 N Delaware Dr, Mt Bethel, PA 18343. Our table will be located in the truck bays by the doors. We will be selling dreamcatchers, Christmas ornaments, kids bracelets, Awareness keychains, and more. Come out and get some last minute Christmas presents.Mt. Bethel Craft Fair
Small Business Saturday
Visit Downtown Bangor on Small Business Saturday and shop local for the Holiday season! Take advantage of the BEST deals the local businesses in the community have to offer. Co-Hosts of this event will also have invited several local artisans & crafters to set up inside their businesses to offer a greater variety of wares/gifts. Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 9 AM
“Giving It Up” Bonfire
“Giving It Up” Bonfire will be held Saturday, November 30, from 7-9pm at Kainoa’s Ohana, 11390 N Delaware Drive Bangor.
No matter how much we may want things to stay the same or return to the way they were, life is all about change. But no matter why things are changing, we need to be able to let go and move forward. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a traumatic childhood, a strained relationship, a professional failure, or a personal betrayal, holding onto that pain, anger, and/or resentment only holds us back, stuck in a rut.
Come Kainoa's Ohana in Lower Mount Bethel Township for a bonfire... a “giving it up” bonfire. Here’s an opportunity to join hands with others and move forward in an environment of safety and support. If desired, write down your pain, your hurt, your anger, your resentment and throw it into the fire to let go and “give it up.”
You may also bring marshmallows to toast (and graham crackers and chocolate to make s'mores) or simply enjoy the warmth of the bonfire and camaraderie of friends. There’s a pavilion where hot cider will be served, but this is an outdoors event so don’t forget to dress (hat, gloves, scarf, coat) for the weather!
Pre-registration required. Send email to info@oasisbethlehem.org For more information about Kainoa’s Ohana, visit the website at: www.KainoasOhana.com
December 1
Toys For Tots
Toys for Tots event will be held Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 1 PM – 4 PM. The holidays are just around the corner and that means it's time for the Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive Event hosted by Portland Lodge No. 311 F&AM. This year's event will be held at Charter's Banquet Facility at Plainfield Township Fire Company, located at 6480 Sullivan Trail in Wind Gap, PA on Sunday, December 1st from 1-4pm.
With the donation of a new, unwrapped toy for a child 0-12 years old, they invite you to join them for a magical afternoon as they help our U.S. Marines deliver Christmas to children in need throughout Northampton County.
The U.S. Marines & Chesty, the Marine Bulldog Mascot will be escorted to the event by local police & volunteer fire companies. Welcome the true heroes of Christmas, the U.S. Marines, to the event and thank them for their service with a United States flag donated by County Councilman Matt Dietz. There will be FREE 4x6 photos in the Rockin' Photobooth with Santa. The Mav oya'la Clan Costume Club will join us so that you can meet & greet your favorite characters from the Star Wars Saga. Enjoy Christmas Music by Dice Productionz, an interactive Lionel Train Display.
Children can enjoy a variety of activities presented by Girl Scout Troops, Waste Management, Ignite Fitness, Bangor Daycare, Just Dance Dance Studio. In addition, there will be Gifts from Santa, Vendors & MORE
The Holiday Celebration
Wind Gap Community Holiday Celebration will be held Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 2 PM – 4 PM in the Wind Gap Fire Social Hall 111 N Broadway, Wind Gap.
Visit with Santa enjoy some snacks, drinks, and gifts all FREE.
Knobby Whistlers
at Sunset Bar
The Knobby Whistlers Sunday will entertain at Sunset Bar & Grill Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 3 PM – 6 PM 444 Rt 115 Saylorsburg, Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania. Hosted by The Knobby Whistlers.
Listen to the tunes of the Knobby Whistlers Jim McCabe and Glenn Henning at the Sunset Bar and Grill in Saylorsburg while enjoying good food and drinks. They play a wide selection of original and cover songs including Tom Petty, The Eagles, The Beatles, Creedence, and lots more.
Learn About Standing Stones
Standing Stones Illustrated Academy will provide and informative day Columcille Megalith Park Sunday, December 1, frpm 2 PM – 3:30 PM 2155 Fox Gap Rd, Bangor, PA (parking on Quaker Plain Rd.)
Answers to your ???s on the "why's and how's" of setting ancient stones upright, as at Columcille—home to more than 100 artistic settings of megaliths and a Chapel, Bell Tower & Celtic Eye.
Visit the park, then come inside their house to learn. Free admission; donations appreciated. Details: (610) 588-1174
December 3
Christmas on the Corner
Christmas on the Corner is planned for Tuesday, December 3 at Pen Argyl Borough Hall, 11 N. Robinson Avenue, Pen Argyl at 6:30 pm:
Features include carols led by Miss Rose's Preschool children 6:45 pm: Lighting of the official Borough Christmas Tree 6:50 pm: A visit from Santa Claus
Cookies, milk, and hot chocolate will be served
Event is sponsored by the Pen Argyl Women's Club and Borough Council
December 7
Needle Felt Snowman
Saturday, December 7, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Bloom Creative Studio. The Needle Felt Snowman at Bloom Creative Studio (BCS) makes a great decoration or gift for the holiday season. The cost is $25 per person; Bloom Creative Studio is donating $5 from each one to the Relay for Life of Lehigh Valley East (LVE).
If you are a registered participant of the LVE Relay the $5 can be allocated to your personal goal and by going to Bloom we are also giving back as Bloom Creative Studio is a non-profit. There will be a basket raffle and light refreshments. REGISTER HERE
Holiday Bazaar
A Holiday Bazaar will be held Dec. 7 in the Wind Gap Middle School Gymnasium vendor will be selected on a first-come, first-served fashion. No two vendors of the same business will be permitted without prior approval in an effort to avoid duplication. Electric is NOT guaranteed. Vendors may only take up one table, unless they have purchase more space. Table space is available at a cost of $25.00 per table. Doors to the public will be open from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
A completed registration form must be submitted to Spring Shank at shank.spring@penargylsd.org or mail to 501 W. Laurel Avenue, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. Checks should be made payable to Families First. An email confirmation will be sent when registration and payment are received.
Important Information: All vendors and participants will be provided with one table and one chair. No other items will be provided by Families First or the Pen Argyl Area School District. Participant set up will begin at 8:15 am on Saturday. All items, decorations, and displays must be kept within the space designated to you. Vendors will be assigned a table upon payment. No food or drink sales will be permitted, as Families First will be running the snack stand. All participants are expected to clean up their table and area at the end of the event.
Breakfast With Santa
Breakfast with Santa Hosted by Friends of the Bangor Public Library Saturday, will be held December 7, 2019 at 9 AM – 12 PM EST at 197 Pennsylvania Ave, Bangor, PA. All attendees get a gift from Santa!
Adults $5 / Children ages 2-10 $3 / Age 1 and under are Free All proceeds will benefit the Bangor Public Library
Christmas on Broadway
Come to downtown Bangor Thursday December 5th through Sunday December 8th for a holiday extravaganza... Christmas on Broadway.
They are kicking things off Thursday evening 5pm to 8pm with Santa's Workshop. Children of all ages, can give your Christmas list to Santa, take part in some holiday crafts, and cookie decorating.
Visit with Santa at 30 Broadway inside the former Eunique Fashions building 5pm to 8pm. The space was graciously donated by friends at Borked PC. More holiday happenings will be located in businesses in downtown historic Bangor.
Great Slate Belt
Trivia Contest
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold its annual “Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” on Sunday, December 8, at 2:00 pm. Come alone or bring a team of four and test your knowledge of the history of the entire Slate Belt, from Portland to Wind Gap, Roseto, Bangor, Pen Argyl, and all surrounding townships. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.
A lot of fun and laughter for the entire family and friends with MC, Marc (Alex Trebek) Blau.
The event is free and open to the public. The Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.
Quiet Valley Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 29th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 7, 8 and December 14, 15 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m.
Gather around a bonfire while you wait for your visit to the 1800s to begin. Guides in period clothing will lead guests on their journey into the past beginning with this year’s Victorian skit. Glimpse an 1890s
Afterwards it’s on to the living Nativity located in the barnyard which includes the Quiet Valley farm animals and offers a look at the foundation of this special celebration including a soloist and scripture readings. Then off to a simple log cabin where visitors experience the rustic Christmas of the early 1800s. At the one room schoolhouse it is a jolly time as the school marm leads both the musicians and guests in singing their favorite seasonal carols.
All funds raised support the mission of the non-profit farm museum.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12, with those under three admitted free. You will be outside part of the time so remember to dress warmly.
December 14
Roseto Breakfast w/Santa
Columbia Fire Co. No. 1 is Roseto will be sponsoring their annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday December 14th from 9-11am at the Roseto Municipal Building.
The event is open to all children from Roseto borough as well as children and grandchildren of current Fire Co. members.
Cost is FREE for those under 10. Adults and children 10 and over, the cost is $10. Please call 610-588-0597 or email kidsparty@columbiafireco.org for reservations. Please include ages and gender of children attending.
Please respond with your reservation by December 4.
Rotary Breakfast With Santa
Breakfast with Santa sponsored by the Rotary Club of the Slate Belt will be held Saturday December 14 from 9-11am (snow date Dec.15) at the Scorecard Bar and Grill in Wind Gap.
Adults and children 10 and up eat for $8. Children nine and under eat free.
Call Scorecard at 610-863-5269 or e-mail info@scorecardbar.com to inquire about reserving a table.
Proceeds benefit the Rotary Club's Operation Warm project.
Quiet Valley Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 29th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 7, 8 and December 14, 15 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m.
Gather around a bonfire while you wait for your visit to the 1800s to begin. Guides in period clothing will lead guests on their journey into the past beginning with this year’s Victorian skit. Glimpse an 1890s
Afterwards it’s on to the living Nativity located in the barnyard which includes the Quiet Valley farm animals and offers a look at the foundation of this special celebration including a soloist and scripture readings. Then off to a simple log cabin where visitors experience the rustic Christmas of the early 1800s. At the one room schoolhouse it is a jolly time as the school marm leads both the musicians and guests in singing their favorite seasonal carols.
All funds raised support the mission of the non-profit farm museum.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12, with those under three admitted free. You will be outside part of the time so remember to dress warmly.
December 14-15
Christmas at Boulton
Come to Boulton for a very special Christmas experience on Saturday, Dec. 14th 11am-4pm & Sunday, Dec. 15th 12-4pm!
This special weekend will showcase the J. Joseph Henry House, adorned in beautiful Victorian Christmas decor, featuring a marvelous exhibit of Henry family clothing. Experience the warmth of the fire in the Summer Kitchen and view a display of historic carriages and sleighs. The new Blacksmith Shop display will also be open for viewing.
Admire the Nicholas Hawk Gun Shop, an authentic, 200-year old log gun shop. Tour the Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum featuring more than 100 historic arms on display and visit our renovated Museum Gift Shop, newly stocked with unique items for holiday gift giving.
Complete your visit by stopping by the Early American Craft Center where colonial crafters will be demonstrating their work. Enjoy some light refreshments including our famous Jacobsburg Brew!
December 18
PAHS 'Senior Day'
Enjoy a fun-filled “Senior Day” hosted by the officers of the Class of 2022 at Pen Argyl Area High School Wednesday December 18 from 8:30 am TO 12:30 pm .Doors open at 8:15am.
They will be serving a continental breakfast, and lunch will be provided for all attendees. Other activities include quoits, tours of the building, technology lessons, musical entertainment and Bingo.
This event is open to all senior citizens of the Pen Argyl Area School District. Please RSVP as soon as possible, as space is limited! RSVP by December 13 610-863-1293 Ext. 1
January 18
Live Bid Fur Auction
Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083), January 18th, 2020. Doors open at 8am, auction starts at 9am. PTA membership and furtaker's license required. Contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203
Young at Heart
to Honor Vets
The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club would like to honor all veterans and military to our veterans salute on Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 12:00 noon. The event will take place at St. Elizabeth's church in Pen Argyl. Please give us a chance to thank each and everyone of you for all that you have done and do for our country. Families, guests, and the public are invited to join us. The select group of the Bangor Area School will present a musical salute. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.
November 22
Lip Sync Concert
Bangor Area High School Choir Lip Sync Concert will be held November 22 at 7:30 PM in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater, Five Points Richmond Rd., Bangor PA.
BAMS Legally Blonde Jr
Bangor Area Middle School is getting Serious with the big, fun and pink musical Legally Blonde JR! Scheduled for November 22 at 7pm and November 23 at 1pm.
Tickets: $7 showtix4u.com or at the door
Based on the wildly popular movie with book by Heather Hach and music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Neil Benjamin, Legally Blonde JR. is a family-friendly version of the Broadway hit audiences have loved for over a decade. Sorority star Elle Woods doesn't take "no" for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone "serious," Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style.
Starring in the role of Elle Woods is 8th grader Ava Renner along with her best friends Margot, played by Kassandra Makatura, Serena, played by Madeleine Erdie, and Pilar, played by Grace Deeney.
Christmas Bazaar
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Fri., Nov. 22nd, from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sat., Nov. 23rd, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be a "White Elephant" ONLY sale on Mon., Nov. 18th - Thurs., Nov. 21st from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The bazaar consists of handcrafted Christmas gifts and ornaments, hand-knitted items, estate jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies.
Homemade soup and sandwiches will be available. Door prizes Friday and Saturday. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Call 610-588-4453 or visit: ebumc. org.
Family Night
Family Night at Jacobsburg on Friday, November 22 at 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm will be called "My Life as a Turkey", Bring your family along to Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center for a craft activity and movie night. We’ll be screening "My Life as a Turkey", the account of an experiment by naturalist Joe Hutto to raise a brood of wild turkey poults.
Learn about the secret world of turkeys through Joe's retelling of the relationship that he formed with them during his life as a turkey. Craft time starts at 6:30pm and the movie starts promptly at 7:00pm. Registration is required as supplies and seating are limited. You may preview the film online: http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/my-life-as-a-turkey-introduction/7268/
Kid's Night Out
Friday, November 22nd from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Bloom will hold KID’S NIGHT OUT - a PAINT NIGHT for KIDS. Kids can enjoy art themed activities, which include completed project while parents enjoy 2.5 hours any way they want! Leave your kids in trusted care and take advantage of some time to run errands, relax or have a kid free meal! There are several restaurants within walking distance from the studio. For ages 5 and up. Kids may bring a snack to have while they’re here. The cost is $30, register online now to save your spot! REGISTER HERE
Birch Tree Pallet
Birch Trees are a symbol of new beginnings, regeneration, hope, new dawns and the promise of what is to come. Why wait for the new year? Keep this pallet around all year long to remind you of the promise of what is to come!
Join Karin at Bloom on Saturday, November 23rd at 4 PM to create your very own. Cost of $25 includes all materials and instruction! Every purchase at Bloom helps a woman to heal and have a new beginning! REGISTER HERE
John Cannavo at the Pub
John Cannavo will be playing at the Slate Pub Pen Argyl Pa. Hosted by John Cannavo Guitarist and The Slate Pub Friday, November 22, 2019 at 10 PM – 1 AM 509 E Main St, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072
Five Points birthday party
Five Points birthday party with the Knobby Whistler’s is on tap Friday, November 22, 2019 at 8 PM – 11 PM at Five Points Inn 1001 Mt Bethel Hwy, Mount Bethel.
It’s Gina’s birthday so join in the fun! Live music, great food and drinks AND cake!! The Knobby Whistlers feature Jim McCabe, Glenn Henning, Kevin Henning, Bryan Christopher Bobby Baltera.
Cody Templeton at Rivals
Cody Templeton Band will play at the Rivals Sports Bar & Restaurant Friday, November 22, 2019 at 8 PM – 11 PM at 5 Lehns Ct, Easton.
November 23
Free Movie in Bangor
Due to technical difficulties over the summer, the Bangor Park Board was not able to show the FREE movie that was scheduled. (Mary Poppins Returns).
They will be showing that movie on November 23rd at the Borough Administration Building (Beehive building). Doors will open at 6:30 pm and the movie begins at 7 pm.
Please bring a blanket, pillows, etc as you will be sitting on the floor. There is a limited amount of space due to fire code so the earlier you arrive the better. A limited number of chairs will be available.
Drinks and popcorn will be available for purchase.
Birch Tree Pallet
Birch Trees are a symbol of new beginnings, regeneration, hope, new dawns and the promise of what is to come. Why wait for the new year? Keep this pallet around all year long to remind you of the promise of what is to come!
Join Karin at Bloom on Saturday, November 23rd at 4 PM to create your very own. Cost of $25 includes all materials and instruction! Every purchase at Bloom helps a woman to heal and have a new beginning! REGISTER HERE
Philly Keys
Coming to Wind Gap
North Bangor Fire Company will present The Philly Keys Saturday, November 23, at 7 PM Tickets northbangorfirecompany.ticketleap.com
The North Bangor And Wind Gap Fire Companies will bring this show to you on Nov 23 at the Wind Gap Fire Company Social Hall. Must be 21 & over show. Food to purchase. Tickets $20.00 Beer included!! Tickets are for sale!!! These guys are hot and will sell out fast. Come out and see the Philly Keys Dueling Pianos.
Check them out on Facebook or YouTube. It will be a night you will not want to miss.
BAMS Legally Blonde Jr
Bangor Area Middle School is getting Serious with the big, fun and pink musical Legally Blonde JR! Scheduled for November 23 at 1pm.
Tickets: $7 showtix4u.com or at the door
Based on the wildly popular movie with book by Heather Hach and music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Neil Benjamin, Legally Blonde JR. is a family-friendly version of the Broadway hit audiences have loved for over a decade. Sorority star Elle Woods doesn't take "no" for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone "serious," Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style.
Starring in the role of Elle Woods is 8th grader Ava Renner along with her best friends Margot, played by Kassandra Makatura, Serena, played by Madeleine Erdie, and Pilar, played by Grace Deeney.
November 24
Bingo & Tricky Tray
On November 24th, 2019 the Award-Winning Bangor Slater Bands, Bangor PA, will be holding their Seventh Annual Bag Bingo and Tricky Tray event!
With the support of many local businesses and organizations we have been able to make this event a great success! Once again, we are reaching out to in hopes that you can assist us to achieve our goals.
They are currently seeking donations of prizes; such as gift cards, goods, or made up baskets to use for the raffles. Cash donations are also welcomed to help defray the costs of hosting our fundraiser. We hope that your business would strongly consider supporting us to keep music programs thriving in Our Community!
Please feel free to contact missydeanbbb@gmail.com or Phone/Text 484-866-6830 as convenient for you, with any questions. They hope to have all contributions in before November 9th.
November 26
Disney Concert
Bangor Area High School Choir Disney Concert will be held on November 26 at 7:00 PM in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater, Five Points Richmond Rd., Bangor, PA
November 27
Thanksgiving Eve at Jewell's
Thanksgiving Eve at Jewell's Beer And Bullets Hosted by Cody Templeton Band Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 9 PM – 12 AM at 251 East Central Avenue, East Bangor.
This Thanksgiving Eve, we're back at our home base, and we want to bring YOU to where it all started.
November 28
Closed for Thanksgiving
Bloom will be closed on Thursday, November 28th. Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
November 30
Dreamcatchers By Kris
Dreamcatchers By Kris will held Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 9 AM – 3 PM at the Mt. Bethel Fire Hall located at 2341 N Delaware Dr, Mt Bethel, PA 18343. Our table will be located in the truck bays by the doors. We will be selling dreamcatchers, Christmas ornaments, kids bracelets, Awareness keychains, and more. Come out and get some last minute Christmas presents.Mt. Bethel Craft Fair
Small Business Saturday
Visit Downtown Bangor on Small Business Saturday and shop local for the Holiday season! Take advantage of the BEST deals the local businesses in the community have to offer. Co-Hosts of this event will also have invited several local artisans & crafters to set up inside their businesses to offer a greater variety of wares/gifts. Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 9 AM
“Giving It Up” Bonfire
“Giving It Up” Bonfire will be held Saturday, November 30, from 7-9pm at Kainoa’s Ohana, 11390 N Delaware Drive Bangor.
No matter how much we may want things to stay the same or return to the way they were, life is all about change. But no matter why things are changing, we need to be able to let go and move forward. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a traumatic childhood, a strained relationship, a professional failure, or a personal betrayal, holding onto that pain, anger, and/or resentment only holds us back, stuck in a rut.
Come Kainoa's Ohana in Lower Mount Bethel Township for a bonfire... a “giving it up” bonfire. Here’s an opportunity to join hands with others and move forward in an environment of safety and support. If desired, write down your pain, your hurt, your anger, your resentment and throw it into the fire to let go and “give it up.”
You may also bring marshmallows to toast (and graham crackers and chocolate to make s'mores) or simply enjoy the warmth of the bonfire and camaraderie of friends. There’s a pavilion where hot cider will be served, but this is an outdoors event so don’t forget to dress (hat, gloves, scarf, coat) for the weather!
Pre-registration required. Send email to info@oasisbethlehem.org For more information about Kainoa’s Ohana, visit the website at: www.KainoasOhana.com
December 1
Toys For Tots
Toys for Tots event will be held Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 1 PM – 4 PM. The holidays are just around the corner and that means it's time for the Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive Event hosted by Portland Lodge No. 311 F&AM. This year's event will be held at Charter's Banquet Facility at Plainfield Township Fire Company, located at 6480 Sullivan Trail in Wind Gap, PA on Sunday, December 1st from 1-4pm.
With the donation of a new, unwrapped toy for a child 0-12 years old, they invite you to join them for a magical afternoon as they help our U.S. Marines deliver Christmas to children in need throughout Northampton County.
The U.S. Marines & Chesty, the Marine Bulldog Mascot will be escorted to the event by local police & volunteer fire companies. Welcome the true heroes of Christmas, the U.S. Marines, to the event and thank them for their service with a United States flag donated by County Councilman Matt Dietz. There will be FREE 4x6 photos in the Rockin' Photobooth with Santa. The Mav oya'la Clan Costume Club will join us so that you can meet & greet your favorite characters from the Star Wars Saga. Enjoy Christmas Music by Dice Productionz, an interactive Lionel Train Display.
Children can enjoy a variety of activities presented by Girl Scout Troops, Waste Management, Ignite Fitness, Bangor Daycare, Just Dance Dance Studio. In addition, there will be Gifts from Santa, Vendors & MORE
The Holiday Celebration
Wind Gap Community Holiday Celebration will be held Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 2 PM – 4 PM in the Wind Gap Fire Social Hall 111 N Broadway, Wind Gap.
Visit with Santa enjoy some snacks, drinks, and gifts all FREE.
Knobby Whistlers
at Sunset Bar
The Knobby Whistlers Sunday will entertain at Sunset Bar & Grill Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 3 PM – 6 PM 444 Rt 115 Saylorsburg, Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania. Hosted by The Knobby Whistlers.
Listen to the tunes of the Knobby Whistlers Jim McCabe and Glenn Henning at the Sunset Bar and Grill in Saylorsburg while enjoying good food and drinks. They play a wide selection of original and cover songs including Tom Petty, The Eagles, The Beatles, Creedence, and lots more.
Learn About Standing Stones
Standing Stones Illustrated Academy will provide and informative day Columcille Megalith Park Sunday, December 1, frpm 2 PM – 3:30 PM 2155 Fox Gap Rd, Bangor, PA (parking on Quaker Plain Rd.)
Answers to your ???s on the "why's and how's" of setting ancient stones upright, as at Columcille—home to more than 100 artistic settings of megaliths and a Chapel, Bell Tower & Celtic Eye.
Visit the park, then come inside their house to learn. Free admission; donations appreciated. Details: (610) 588-1174
December 3
Christmas on the Corner
Christmas on the Corner is planned for Tuesday, December 3 at Pen Argyl Borough Hall, 11 N. Robinson Avenue, Pen Argyl at 6:30 pm:
Features include carols led by Miss Rose's Preschool children 6:45 pm: Lighting of the official Borough Christmas Tree 6:50 pm: A visit from Santa Claus
Cookies, milk, and hot chocolate will be served
Event is sponsored by the Pen Argyl Women's Club and Borough Council
December 7
Needle Felt Snowman
Saturday, December 7, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Bloom Creative Studio. The Needle Felt Snowman at Bloom Creative Studio (BCS) makes a great decoration or gift for the holiday season. The cost is $25 per person; Bloom Creative Studio is donating $5 from each one to the Relay for Life of Lehigh Valley East (LVE).
If you are a registered participant of the LVE Relay the $5 can be allocated to your personal goal and by going to Bloom we are also giving back as Bloom Creative Studio is a non-profit. There will be a basket raffle and light refreshments. REGISTER HERE
Holiday Bazaar
A Holiday Bazaar will be held Dec. 7 in the Wind Gap Middle School Gymnasium vendor will be selected on a first-come, first-served fashion. No two vendors of the same business will be permitted without prior approval in an effort to avoid duplication. Electric is NOT guaranteed. Vendors may only take up one table, unless they have purchase more space. Table space is available at a cost of $25.00 per table. Doors to the public will be open from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
A completed registration form must be submitted to Spring Shank at shank.spring@penargylsd.org or mail to 501 W. Laurel Avenue, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. Checks should be made payable to Families First. An email confirmation will be sent when registration and payment are received.
Important Information: All vendors and participants will be provided with one table and one chair. No other items will be provided by Families First or the Pen Argyl Area School District. Participant set up will begin at 8:15 am on Saturday. All items, decorations, and displays must be kept within the space designated to you. Vendors will be assigned a table upon payment. No food or drink sales will be permitted, as Families First will be running the snack stand. All participants are expected to clean up their table and area at the end of the event.
Breakfast With Santa
Breakfast with Santa Hosted by Friends of the Bangor Public Library Saturday, will be held December 7, 2019 at 9 AM – 12 PM EST at 197 Pennsylvania Ave, Bangor, PA. All attendees get a gift from Santa!
Adults $5 / Children ages 2-10 $3 / Age 1 and under are Free All proceeds will benefit the Bangor Public Library
Christmas on Broadway
Come to downtown Bangor Thursday December 5th through Sunday December 8th for a holiday extravaganza... Christmas on Broadway.
They are kicking things off Thursday evening 5pm to 8pm with Santa's Workshop. Children of all ages, can give your Christmas list to Santa, take part in some holiday crafts, and cookie decorating.
Visit with Santa at 30 Broadway inside the former Eunique Fashions building 5pm to 8pm. The space was graciously donated by friends at Borked PC. More holiday happenings will be located in businesses in downtown historic Bangor.
Great Slate Belt
Trivia Contest
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold its annual “Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” on Sunday, December 8, at 2:00 pm. Come alone or bring a team of four and test your knowledge of the history of the entire Slate Belt, from Portland to Wind Gap, Roseto, Bangor, Pen Argyl, and all surrounding townships. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.
A lot of fun and laughter for the entire family and friends with MC, Marc (Alex Trebek) Blau.
The event is free and open to the public. The Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.
Quiet Valley Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 29th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 7, 8 and December 14, 15 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m.
Gather around a bonfire while you wait for your visit to the 1800s to begin. Guides in period clothing will lead guests on their journey into the past beginning with this year’s Victorian skit. Glimpse an 1890s
Afterwards it’s on to the living Nativity located in the barnyard which includes the Quiet Valley farm animals and offers a look at the foundation of this special celebration including a soloist and scripture readings. Then off to a simple log cabin where visitors experience the rustic Christmas of the early 1800s. At the one room schoolhouse it is a jolly time as the school marm leads both the musicians and guests in singing their favorite seasonal carols.
All funds raised support the mission of the non-profit farm museum.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12, with those under three admitted free. You will be outside part of the time so remember to dress warmly.
December 14
Roseto Breakfast w/Santa
Columbia Fire Co. No. 1 is Roseto will be sponsoring their annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday December 14th from 9-11am at the Roseto Municipal Building.
The event is open to all children from Roseto borough as well as children and grandchildren of current Fire Co. members.
Cost is FREE for those under 10. Adults and children 10 and over, the cost is $10. Please call 610-588-0597 or email kidsparty@columbiafireco.org for reservations. Please include ages and gender of children attending.
Please respond with your reservation by December 4.
Rotary Breakfast With Santa
Breakfast with Santa sponsored by the Rotary Club of the Slate Belt will be held Saturday December 14 from 9-11am (snow date Dec.15) at the Scorecard Bar and Grill in Wind Gap.
Adults and children 10 and up eat for $8. Children nine and under eat free.
Call Scorecard at 610-863-5269 or e-mail info@scorecardbar.com to inquire about reserving a table.
Proceeds benefit the Rotary Club's Operation Warm project.
Quiet Valley Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 29th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 7, 8 and December 14, 15 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m.
Gather around a bonfire while you wait for your visit to the 1800s to begin. Guides in period clothing will lead guests on their journey into the past beginning with this year’s Victorian skit. Glimpse an 1890s
Afterwards it’s on to the living Nativity located in the barnyard which includes the Quiet Valley farm animals and offers a look at the foundation of this special celebration including a soloist and scripture readings. Then off to a simple log cabin where visitors experience the rustic Christmas of the early 1800s. At the one room schoolhouse it is a jolly time as the school marm leads both the musicians and guests in singing their favorite seasonal carols.
All funds raised support the mission of the non-profit farm museum.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12, with those under three admitted free. You will be outside part of the time so remember to dress warmly.
December 14-15
Christmas at Boulton
Come to Boulton for a very special Christmas experience on Saturday, Dec. 14th 11am-4pm & Sunday, Dec. 15th 12-4pm!
This special weekend will showcase the J. Joseph Henry House, adorned in beautiful Victorian Christmas decor, featuring a marvelous exhibit of Henry family clothing. Experience the warmth of the fire in the Summer Kitchen and view a display of historic carriages and sleighs. The new Blacksmith Shop display will also be open for viewing.
Admire the Nicholas Hawk Gun Shop, an authentic, 200-year old log gun shop. Tour the Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum featuring more than 100 historic arms on display and visit our renovated Museum Gift Shop, newly stocked with unique items for holiday gift giving.
Complete your visit by stopping by the Early American Craft Center where colonial crafters will be demonstrating their work. Enjoy some light refreshments including our famous Jacobsburg Brew!
December 18
PAHS 'Senior Day'
Enjoy a fun-filled “Senior Day” hosted by the officers of the Class of 2022 at Pen Argyl Area High School Wednesday December 18 from 8:30 am TO 12:30 pm .Doors open at 8:15am.
They will be serving a continental breakfast, and lunch will be provided for all attendees. Other activities include quoits, tours of the building, technology lessons, musical entertainment and Bingo.
This event is open to all senior citizens of the Pen Argyl Area School District. Please RSVP as soon as possible, as space is limited! RSVP by December 13 610-863-1293 Ext. 1
January 18
Live Bid Fur Auction
Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083), January 18th, 2020. Doors open at 8am, auction starts at 9am. PTA membership and furtaker's license required. Contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
Bangor, PA.
610-588-1224
8:00 AM-3:30 PM
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
Bangor, Pa., Phone 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 AM-3:30 PM
Meals are served at 11:30 and must be
reserved by 10:00 AM one day prior
Cancellations must be done as soon as possible.
NOVEMBER
Tai Chi,Ttuesdays, 12:15 PM
Painting, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 AM
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays,, 10:00 AM
Needle Nook, Thursdays, 9:30 AM
Zumba Gold, Thursdays, 10:00 AM
Baseball, Friday, November 8 & 22, 10:00 AM
Pool, every morning and most afternoons, Computers Library and card games daily.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
ALL DAY BINGO AND BAKE SALE,
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 9:30-?
Events Meeting, Thursday, November 7, 12:15 PM
Ladder Ball, Thursday, November 7, 1:00 PM
Thanksgiving Trivia, Thursday, November 14, 10:00 AM
Bean Bags, Thursday, November 14, 12:15 PM
Information about Medicare with Rosalie, Friday, November 14 & 22, 9:00 AM
Quoits, Friday, November 15, 9:30 AM
Motown, Friday, November 15, 12:15 PM
Deja' the Therapy Dog, Tuesday, November 19, 10:00 AM
Darts, Tuesday, November 19, & 26, 10:00 AM
Memory Cafe' (Support Gathering) Tuesday, November 19, 2:00-3:30 PM
Dementia 101, Wednesday, November 20, 11:00-11:15 AM
Council Meeting, Thursday, November 21, 9:00 AM
Mexican Train, Thursday, November 21, 12:15 PM
Trivia pursuit with pie/coffee/tea, Friday, November 22, 12:30 PM
(Teams recommended)
CLOSED-ELECTION DAY, NOV. 5
CLOSED, VETERANS DAY, NOV. 11
CLOSED THANKSGIVING, NOV 28
CLOSED, NOVEMBER 29, 🛍 HAPPPY SHOPPING
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
Bangor, PA.
610-588-1224
8:00 AM-3:30 PM
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
Bangor, Pa., Phone 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 AM-3:30 PM
Meals are served at 11:30 and must be
reserved by 10:00 AM one day prior
Cancellations must be done as soon as possible.
NOVEMBER
Tai Chi,Ttuesdays, 12:15 PM
Painting, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 AM
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays,, 10:00 AM
Needle Nook, Thursdays, 9:30 AM
Zumba Gold, Thursdays, 10:00 AM
Baseball, Friday, November 8 & 22, 10:00 AM
Pool, every morning and most afternoons, Computers Library and card games daily.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
ALL DAY BINGO AND BAKE SALE,
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 9:30-?
Events Meeting, Thursday, November 7, 12:15 PM
Ladder Ball, Thursday, November 7, 1:00 PM
Thanksgiving Trivia, Thursday, November 14, 10:00 AM
Bean Bags, Thursday, November 14, 12:15 PM
Information about Medicare with Rosalie, Friday, November 14 & 22, 9:00 AM
Quoits, Friday, November 15, 9:30 AM
Motown, Friday, November 15, 12:15 PM
Deja' the Therapy Dog, Tuesday, November 19, 10:00 AM
Darts, Tuesday, November 19, & 26, 10:00 AM
Memory Cafe' (Support Gathering) Tuesday, November 19, 2:00-3:30 PM
Dementia 101, Wednesday, November 20, 11:00-11:15 AM
Council Meeting, Thursday, November 21, 9:00 AM
Mexican Train, Thursday, November 21, 12:15 PM
Trivia pursuit with pie/coffee/tea, Friday, November 22, 12:30 PM
(Teams recommended)
CLOSED-ELECTION DAY, NOV. 5
CLOSED, VETERANS DAY, NOV. 11
CLOSED THANKSGIVING, NOV 28
CLOSED, NOVEMBER 29, 🛍 HAPPPY SHOPPING
Bangor Public Library
New Books Oct 31- Nov 7
Adult Fiction
Santa Fe Mourning by Amanda Allen
A Cry in the Night by Colleen Coble
Death by Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake by Sarah Graves
Death by Chocolate Malted Milkshake by Sarah Graves
A Gift of Bones by Carolyn Haines
Forever and a Day by Anthony Horowitz
Sins of the Father by Judith A. Jance
Lost Creed by Alex Kava
Magic Diary by Pat Lamarche
To the Land of Long Lost Friends by Alexander McCall Smith
The Breakers by Marcia Muller
Hope at Christmas by Nancy Naigle
The Christmas Spirits on Tradd Street by Karen White
Adult Non Fiction
Dotre-Name : A Short History of the Meaning of Cathedrals by Ken Follett
Cozy White Cottage by Liz Marie Galvan
The Germanic People by Francis Owen
The Case Against Socialism by Rand Paul
Japanese: Complete Edition
Young Adult Fiction
The Silent Thaw by Erin Hunter
The Secret Commonwealth by Philip Pullman
The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan
Junior Fiction
Tales From a Not-So-Best Friend Forever by Rachel Renee Russell
Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World by Mildred Pitts Walter
Junior Non Fiction
Nose Knows by Emmanuelle Figueras
Alexander Hamilton by Jean Fritz
Catholic Saints for Children by Emmanuelle Heme
The Ramdon House Book of Poetry for Children
Easy Fiction
The Potty Book for Girls by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Christmas Pop-Up Peekaboo! By Dawn Sirett
Parker Looks Up by Parker Curry
The Crayons’ Christmas by Drew Daywalt
Thumper’s Fluffy Tail by Laura Driscoll
Dea de los Muertos by Hannah Eliot
Olivia Dances for Joy by Natalie Shaw
Olaf Welcomes Spring by Brittany Rubiano
Where is Baby’s Pumpkin? By Karen Katz
Peek-a-Who? By Nina Laden
Big Girl Panties by Fran Manushkin
Marion Bundo’s Best Christmas Ever Charlotte Pence
Plumply, Dumply Pumpkin by Mary Serfozo
A Frog in the Bog by Karma Wilson
Hello Bunny: A Peek-a-Boo Adventure
Ten Cheepy, Chirpy Chicks
Audio Books
The Night Fire by Michael Connelly
DVDs
A Discovery of Witches: Series 1
The Lion King
Santa Fe Mourning by Amanda Allen
A Cry in the Night by Colleen Coble
Death by Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake by Sarah Graves
Death by Chocolate Malted Milkshake by Sarah Graves
A Gift of Bones by Carolyn Haines
Forever and a Day by Anthony Horowitz
Sins of the Father by Judith A. Jance
Lost Creed by Alex Kava
Magic Diary by Pat Lamarche
To the Land of Long Lost Friends by Alexander McCall Smith
The Breakers by Marcia Muller
Hope at Christmas by Nancy Naigle
The Christmas Spirits on Tradd Street by Karen White
Adult Non Fiction
Dotre-Name : A Short History of the Meaning of Cathedrals by Ken Follett
Cozy White Cottage by Liz Marie Galvan
The Germanic People by Francis Owen
The Case Against Socialism by Rand Paul
Japanese: Complete Edition
Young Adult Fiction
The Silent Thaw by Erin Hunter
The Secret Commonwealth by Philip Pullman
The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan
Junior Fiction
Tales From a Not-So-Best Friend Forever by Rachel Renee Russell
Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World by Mildred Pitts Walter
Junior Non Fiction
Nose Knows by Emmanuelle Figueras
Alexander Hamilton by Jean Fritz
Catholic Saints for Children by Emmanuelle Heme
The Ramdon House Book of Poetry for Children
Easy Fiction
The Potty Book for Girls by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Christmas Pop-Up Peekaboo! By Dawn Sirett
Parker Looks Up by Parker Curry
The Crayons’ Christmas by Drew Daywalt
Thumper’s Fluffy Tail by Laura Driscoll
Dea de los Muertos by Hannah Eliot
Olivia Dances for Joy by Natalie Shaw
Olaf Welcomes Spring by Brittany Rubiano
Where is Baby’s Pumpkin? By Karen Katz
Peek-a-Who? By Nina Laden
Big Girl Panties by Fran Manushkin
Marion Bundo’s Best Christmas Ever Charlotte Pence
Plumply, Dumply Pumpkin by Mary Serfozo
A Frog in the Bog by Karma Wilson
Hello Bunny: A Peek-a-Boo Adventure
Ten Cheepy, Chirpy Chicks
Audio Books
The Night Fire by Michael Connelly
DVDs
A Discovery of Witches: Series 1
The Lion King
Adult Fiction
The Disappeared by CJ Box
Running Blind by Lee Child
Book of Bones by John Connolly
Seven Years to Sin by Sylvia Day
Letters to the Lost by Iona Grey
The Guardians by John Grisham
A Dangerous Duet by Karen Odden
Nobodys Sweetheart Now by Maggie Robinson
Who’s Sorry Now by Maggie Robinson
Homecoming by Bernhard Schlink
Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout
Stealth by Stuart Woods
Adult Non Fiction
The Master Algorithm by Pedro Domingos
Me by Elton John
I Really Needed This Today by Hoda Kotb
The Wolves at the Door by Judith Pearson
Large Print Fiction
Paranoid by Lisa Jackson
Junior Non Fiction
Who is Malala Yousafzai by Dinah Brown
Who was Alexander Hamilton by Pam Pollack
Seuss-isms by Dr. Seuss
Easy Reader
Five Enchanting Tales
The Knight Night Guard by Amy Koster
Amelia Bedelia Hits the Trail by Herman Parish
Amelia Bedelia Sleeps over by Herman Parish
Easy Fiction
Crocodile Snap
Dino Chomp
The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes by DeBose Heyward
Ten Red Apples by Pat Hutchins
A Big Bed for Little Snow by Grace Lin
I am a Fire Truck by Josephine Page
How to Surprise a Dad by Jean Reagan
Santa Claus by Jo Ryan
The Goodnight Train by June Sobel
Apple Farmer Annie by Monica Wellington
Hedgehugs by Steve Wilson
Easy Non Fiction
Look and Find: Disney Princess
Audio Books
The Guardians by John Grisham
What Happens in Paradise by Elin Hilderbrand
A Mrs. Miracle Christmas by Debbie Macomber
The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes
Bloody Genius by John Sandford
Dvds
Avengers: Endgame
The Crow
Elizabeth
The Lost Boys
Memoirs of a Geisha
Toy Story 4
The Disappeared by CJ Box
Running Blind by Lee Child
Book of Bones by John Connolly
Seven Years to Sin by Sylvia Day
Letters to the Lost by Iona Grey
The Guardians by John Grisham
A Dangerous Duet by Karen Odden
Nobodys Sweetheart Now by Maggie Robinson
Who’s Sorry Now by Maggie Robinson
Homecoming by Bernhard Schlink
Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout
Stealth by Stuart Woods
Adult Non Fiction
The Master Algorithm by Pedro Domingos
Me by Elton John
I Really Needed This Today by Hoda Kotb
The Wolves at the Door by Judith Pearson
Large Print Fiction
Paranoid by Lisa Jackson
Junior Non Fiction
Who is Malala Yousafzai by Dinah Brown
Who was Alexander Hamilton by Pam Pollack
Seuss-isms by Dr. Seuss
Easy Reader
Five Enchanting Tales
The Knight Night Guard by Amy Koster
Amelia Bedelia Hits the Trail by Herman Parish
Amelia Bedelia Sleeps over by Herman Parish
Easy Fiction
Crocodile Snap
Dino Chomp
The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes by DeBose Heyward
Ten Red Apples by Pat Hutchins
A Big Bed for Little Snow by Grace Lin
I am a Fire Truck by Josephine Page
How to Surprise a Dad by Jean Reagan
Santa Claus by Jo Ryan
The Goodnight Train by June Sobel
Apple Farmer Annie by Monica Wellington
Hedgehugs by Steve Wilson
Easy Non Fiction
Look and Find: Disney Princess
Audio Books
The Guardians by John Grisham
What Happens in Paradise by Elin Hilderbrand
A Mrs. Miracle Christmas by Debbie Macomber
The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes
Bloody Genius by John Sandford
Dvds
Avengers: Endgame
The Crow
Elizabeth
The Lost Boys
Memoirs of a Geisha
Toy Story 4
Blue Mt. Library
New Additions
Adult Fiction:
The Last Widow, Karin Slaughter
Life and Other Inconveniences, Kristan Higgins Lady in the Lake, Laura Lippman The Empty Nesters, Carolyn Brown Wild Card, Stuart Woods The New Girl, Daniel Silva Chances Are. . . ,Richard Russo Meet Me in Monaco, Hazel Gaynor The Oysterville Sewing Circle, Susan Wiggs Nothing Ventured, Jeffrey Archer The Girl Who Lived Twice, David Lagercrantz The Institute, Stephen King All the Flowers in Paris, Sarah Jio
Adult Large Print:
Strands of Truth, Colleen Coble
Window on the Bay, Debbie Macomber
The Loyal One, Shelley S. Gray
Rival's Break, Carla Neggers
Adult Non-fiction:
My Dad Had That Car, Tad Burness
Sidetracks, Gary Oberg
The Good Neighbor, Maxwell King
Juvenile Non-fiction
Good Night Pennsylvania, Adam Gamble
Labor Day, Meredith Dash
Celebrating Pennsylvania, Jane Kurtz
What's Great about Pennsylvania? Kristin Marciniak Remembering Heroes, Kristie Bouryal
9/11 Courage and Tributes, Kristie Bouryal
New Additions
Adult Fiction:
The Last Widow, Karin Slaughter
Life and Other Inconveniences, Kristan Higgins Lady in the Lake, Laura Lippman The Empty Nesters, Carolyn Brown Wild Card, Stuart Woods The New Girl, Daniel Silva Chances Are. . . ,Richard Russo Meet Me in Monaco, Hazel Gaynor The Oysterville Sewing Circle, Susan Wiggs Nothing Ventured, Jeffrey Archer The Girl Who Lived Twice, David Lagercrantz The Institute, Stephen King All the Flowers in Paris, Sarah Jio
Adult Large Print:
Strands of Truth, Colleen Coble
Window on the Bay, Debbie Macomber
The Loyal One, Shelley S. Gray
Rival's Break, Carla Neggers
Adult Non-fiction:
My Dad Had That Car, Tad Burness
Sidetracks, Gary Oberg
The Good Neighbor, Maxwell King
Juvenile Non-fiction
Good Night Pennsylvania, Adam Gamble
Labor Day, Meredith Dash
Celebrating Pennsylvania, Jane Kurtz
What's Great about Pennsylvania? Kristin Marciniak Remembering Heroes, Kristie Bouryal
9/11 Courage and Tributes, Kristie Bouryal