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The Bangor High School Chamber Choir held Disney Night Tuesday at the Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived in Bangor for a visit courtesy of Liberty Fire Company in Bangor . Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Preparing for Cyber Monday
Holiday shopping season is upon us. According to the latest Global Consumer Insights Report by SAP Hybris, consumers spend more than $34 million per week – the most spending is expected on Cyber Monday and Black Friday.
For retailers, the days around Cyber Monday can dictate the success or failure of a whole year because if their website goes down during this time-frame significant sales will be lost. To avoid this scenario, good preparation for the day is worthwhile. Be sure to double check the following checklist for a Cyber Monday that is not hijacked, but the most successful day of the year:
Safety is always important, but especially on Cyber Monday. Hackers love to attack on days with extremely high traffic volumes to make the most impact. During the day, your site is bombarded with a barrage of requests that can nicely disguise as malicious traffic. Therefore, conduct penetration tests at least once every six months and increase the frequency of tests leading up the holidays for good measure. Most e-commerce websites rely on the services of third parties, e.g. Identify postal codes, provide payment gateway services, search for merchandisers, or provide reviews. All of these services are under tremendous pressure on Cyber Monday, which can also impact your site’s performance. Ideally, aim to decouple your platform from the systems of external providers to ensure if something goes wrong with them, your shoppers don’t experience an interruption of service. Pricing is an extremely complex topic, because discounts have to be attractive, but at the same it can have an impact on margins. In our omnichannel world, the customer expects that the same discounts apply in-store as online, so align all channels with the same information and prices. While having e-commerce issues during Cyber Monday or anytime can deter customers from engaging with your brand. SAP Hybris’ Global Consumer Insights Report also found that unresponsive customer service, unnecessary spamming, making the same mistake twice also caused consumers to “break up” with a brand. The holiday season can stress out shoppers so mishaps that align to these areas could result in a lost customer that you didn’t see coming. Keeping these factors in mind, be prepared to review the processes that touch these aspects of the shopping experience, which are beyond software. Starting with shipping and delivery, which is likely to more than quadruple the normal order quantity over the holiday season. To account for peak loads in orders and returns, only the combination of software, processes and people will optimize the experience along the entire customer journey. Software is vital, but so is the right number of warehouse employees With all of these processes double checked before Cyber Monday, your brand should be in position for its best holiday yet! Weather Related Forecasts
Pet & Family Photos with Santa
Join us for our annual event to kick of the holiday season today from 11 am to 4 pm at Sit, Stay "N Play, 1501 N. 5th St., Stroudsburg. Monroe Animal League and Melon's Gift join together in a great cause. Proceeds support "Project K9" for the Stroud Area Regional Police Department to help with the cost of a bulletproof vest for a police dog. MAL promotes spay/neuter and humane education as a way to control pet overpopulation, and thus relieves cruelty and suffering among animals. We believe this to be the best way to achieve a future with no more homeless animals. For more information, visit www.monroeanimals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email [email protected], or call 570-421-7775. 29th Annual Craft Show at Mt. Bethel Fire Co. Mt. Bethel Fire Co. Ladies' Auxillary will hold its 29th Annual Craft Show today from 9 am to 3 pm. Two rooms will be filled with over 100 crafters. The kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch with take out available. There will be a bake sale table. Admission is free door prizes will be given away. Christmas Tree Sale The annual Christmas tree sale at Rescue Fire Co. begins today. Come to the fire house on Route 191 and meet Santa from 6-8pm. Free stuffed animal for the first 50 kids. Pres-school kids can enter to win a free Christmas Tree. Bring a home-made family ornament to decorate their tree. November 25 Regular EventsBingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 Bangor Public Library - Open 10-4. Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-12. Slate Belt YMCA - Open 8:00am - 4:00pm Lunch With Our Bunch - Faith United Presby-terian, Pen Argyl, 11:30 - 1:30. All welcome. This is our calendar of regularly scheduled events. If you see any info that is incorrect or want to add a regularly scheduled event please send e-mail to [email protected].
CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARWind Gap Christmas Celebration
Wind Gap Community Christmas Celebration will be Sunday, November 26 at 2 PM in Wind Gap Park · Wind Gap, PA Miller Keystone Blood Drive November 26 8:30am-2pm, Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church, 419 Bossardville Road, Stroudsburg. Call 570.994.2819 Entertainment This Week
Jacobsburg Community Programs
Snowshoes and Hiking Poles Available When: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM-2:30 PM Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth 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 five 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 [email protected]. You can check our website for current winter conditions and snow depth. Holiday Open House Saturday, December 9, 12:00-4:00 PM Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center is hosting its annual holiday open house at the Visitor Center featuring crafts, games, and refreshments. Bring your family along to enjoy the holiday festivities! Our theme this year is “A Holiday Meal.” Learn about animal food choices and easy ways to help wildlife during the cold winter months. There will be a variety of free activities to enjoy including crafts, story reading, a snow play area, and educational games. Show your support for conservation education! Our partners at the Northampton County Junior Conservation School will be helping to run the event and selling refreshments to benefit the weeklong summer conservation school for teens. It’s a great opportunity to grab some lunch and learn about what their summer camp experience has to offer. You can also take part in a natural history walk along the Homestead Trail at 1:00 PM with one of our educators. The walk will lead you to the Boulton Historic District where the Jacobsburg Historical Society will be hosting “Christmas at Boulton” for a $10.00 fee for those ages 13+. You can take part in these additional festivities before walking back to the visitor center at 3:00 PM with a local historian who will highlight the cultural history along the Henrys Woods Trail. The open house is free and registration is not required. Family Night: Track Workshop Friday, December 15, 6:30-8:00 PM With winter approaching, now is a good time to observe animals and study their tracks. Learn how animals walk and how to identify them based on their foot shape. We'll spend the evening inside getting messy by making plaster casts. Registration is required. First Day Hikes Monday, January 1, 10:00 AM or 1:00 PM Get out and get hiking at Jacobsburg on the first day of 2018! Join center educator Lauren Forster for a 2 mile, 2 hour interpretive hike on moderate terrain. We will explore the old growth forest of Henrys Woods and wildlife along the Homestead Trail. The hikes start at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM from the flag pole in front of the visitor center at 400 Belfast Road. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, a water bottle, and wear layers. Registration is required. 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 - November 25Mousetrap opens in London 1952 “The Mousetrap,” a murder-mystery written by the novelist and playwright Agatha Christie, opens at the Ambassadors Theatre in London. The crowd-pleasing whodunit would go on to become the longest continuously running play in history, with more than 10 million people to date attending its more than 20,000 performances in London’s West End. When “The Mousetrap” premiered in 1952, Winston Churchill was British prime minister, Joseph Stalin was Soviet ruler, and Dwight D. Eisenhower was president-elect. Christie, already a hugely successful English mystery novelist, originally wrote the drama for Queen Mary, wife of the late King George V. Initially called “Three Blind Mice,” it debuted as a 30-minute radio play on the queen’s 80th birthday in 1947. Christie later extended the play and renamed it “The Mousetrap”—a reference to the play-within-a-play performed in William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.” On November 25, 1952, 453 people took their seats in the Ambassadors Theatre for the London premiere of Christie’s “Mousetrap.” The drama is played out at “Monkswell Manor,” whose hosts and guests are snowed in among radio reports of a murderer on the loose. Soon a detective shows up on skis with the terrifying news that the murderer, and probably the next victim, are likely both among their number. Soon the clues and false leads pile as high as the snow. At every curtain call, the individual who has been revealed as the murderer steps forward and tells the audience that they are “partners in crime” and should “keep the secret of the whodunit locked in their heart.” In Case You Missed It...... CLICK HERE
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Musical Instrument Collection Drive The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor’s elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. They will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child’s life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let’s keep the music coming!
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November 25
Pet & Family Photos with Santa
Join us for our annual event to kick of the holiday season on Saturday, November 25 from 11 am to 4 pm at Sit, Stay "N Play, 1501 N. 5th St., Stroudsburg.
Monroe Animal League and Melon's Gift join together in a great cause. Proceeds support "Project K9" for the Stroud Area Regional Police Department to help with the cost of a bulletproof vest for a police dog. MAL promotes spay/neuter and humane education as a way to control pet overpopulation, and thus relieves cruelty and suffering among animals. We believe this to be the best way to achieve a future with no more homeless animals.
For more information, visit www.monroeanimals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email [email protected], or call 570-421-7775.
29th Annual Craft Show at Mt. Bethel Fire Co.
Mt. Bethel Fire Co. Ladies' Auxillary will hold its 29th Annual Craft Show on Saturday, November 25 from 9 am to 3 pm. Two rooms will be filled with over 100 crafters. The kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch with take out available. There will be a bake sale table. Admission is free door prizes will be given away.
Christmas Tree Sale
The annual Christmas tree sale at Rescue Fire Co. begins November 25. Come to the fire house on Route 191 and meet Santa from 6-8pm. Free stuffed animal for the first 50 kids. Pres-school kids can enter to win a free Christmas Tree. Bring a home-made family ornament to decorate their tree.
Join us for our annual event to kick of the holiday season on Saturday, November 25 from 11 am to 4 pm at Sit, Stay "N Play, 1501 N. 5th St., Stroudsburg.
Monroe Animal League and Melon's Gift join together in a great cause. Proceeds support "Project K9" for the Stroud Area Regional Police Department to help with the cost of a bulletproof vest for a police dog. MAL promotes spay/neuter and humane education as a way to control pet overpopulation, and thus relieves cruelty and suffering among animals. We believe this to be the best way to achieve a future with no more homeless animals.
For more information, visit www.monroeanimals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email [email protected], or call 570-421-7775.
29th Annual Craft Show at Mt. Bethel Fire Co.
Mt. Bethel Fire Co. Ladies' Auxillary will hold its 29th Annual Craft Show on Saturday, November 25 from 9 am to 3 pm. Two rooms will be filled with over 100 crafters. The kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch with take out available. There will be a bake sale table. Admission is free door prizes will be given away.
Christmas Tree Sale
The annual Christmas tree sale at Rescue Fire Co. begins November 25. Come to the fire house on Route 191 and meet Santa from 6-8pm. Free stuffed animal for the first 50 kids. Pres-school kids can enter to win a free Christmas Tree. Bring a home-made family ornament to decorate their tree.
November 26
Wind Gap Christmas Celebration
Wind Gap Community Christmas Celebration will be Sunday, November 26 at 2 PM in Wind Gap Park · Wind Gap, PA
Miller Keystone Blood Drive
November 26 8:30am-2pm, Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church, 419 Bossardville Road, Stroudsburg. Call 570.994.2819
Wind Gap Community Christmas Celebration will be Sunday, November 26 at 2 PM in Wind Gap Park · Wind Gap, PA
Miller Keystone Blood Drive
November 26 8:30am-2pm, Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church, 419 Bossardville Road, Stroudsburg. Call 570.994.2819
November 28
Medicare Questions?
The Medicare Open Enrollment period runs until Saturday, Dec. 2.
Dolores Miller from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging will be in Rep. Joe Emrick's Mt. Bethel district office from 1-3 p.m. to answer your Medicare questions. The office is located at 2165 Mt. Bethel Highway.
If this week doesn't fit your schedule, Dolores will be in the office every Tuesday during open enrollment from 1-3 p.m.
Miller Keystone Blood Drive
November 28, 7:30am-1pm, St. Luke's Health Center - Lehighton, 575 S. 9th Street, Lehighton, Call 484.526.8533
The Medicare Open Enrollment period runs until Saturday, Dec. 2.
Dolores Miller from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging will be in Rep. Joe Emrick's Mt. Bethel district office from 1-3 p.m. to answer your Medicare questions. The office is located at 2165 Mt. Bethel Highway.
If this week doesn't fit your schedule, Dolores will be in the office every Tuesday during open enrollment from 1-3 p.m.
Miller Keystone Blood Drive
November 28, 7:30am-1pm, St. Luke's Health Center - Lehighton, 575 S. 9th Street, Lehighton, Call 484.526.8533
November 29
Kids Art Wednesday's
Upcoming TimesKid's Art Wednesday's at Bloom Bangor, 32 Broadway, Bangor November 8 – November 29. Join them every Wednesday for Kid's Art . Preschool age (3-5)-1pm-1:45pm - Mommy & me 10:30 -11:30, After School (age 6-9) 4:00 - 5:00, Tween/Teen (10-15) 5:30pm-6:30pm (Don't miss out). You must Pre-Register below or call the studio to reserve your spot - 610-588-4775.
Upcoming TimesKid's Art Wednesday's at Bloom Bangor, 32 Broadway, Bangor November 8 – November 29. Join them every Wednesday for Kid's Art . Preschool age (3-5)-1pm-1:45pm - Mommy & me 10:30 -11:30, After School (age 6-9) 4:00 - 5:00, Tween/Teen (10-15) 5:30pm-6:30pm (Don't miss out). You must Pre-Register below or call the studio to reserve your spot - 610-588-4775.
November 30
PPA Awards
The Pocono Arts Council will present the 2017 PPA Awards in the ARTSPACE Gallery at the Pocono Arts Council, 18 N. 7th Street, STROUDSBURG at 6:00 pm.
The Pocono Arts Council will present the 2017 PPA Awards in the ARTSPACE Gallery at the Pocono Arts Council, 18 N. 7th Street, STROUDSBURG at 6:00 pm.
December 1
Pen Argyl’s Holiday Celebration
On Friday, December 1 st at 6:30 PM, Pen Argyl Borough will host a very special evening at the Weona Park Community Center. Mayor Sabatine, Borough Council and the Pen Argyl Outreach Committee invites the families of Pen Argyl to attend the Pen Argyl’s Holiday Celebration at the Community Center located in Weona Park. Join friends, family and neighbors for a joyous holiday celebration.
As always, to get the community in the holiday spirit, Holiday carols will be sung and entertainment by Scott Wagstaff, ventriloquist. Santa Claus will be making a special trip to Pen Argyl to visit the good children of the Borough and will be giving small gifts to all the young children in attendance.
There will be free drinks and snacks. The goodies, drinks and gifts are being donated by local businesses and Pen Argyl Borough Council. In case of inclement weather the event will be held Sunday, December 3 at 1:00 P.M. For more information or if you would like to make a donation contact the Pen Argyl Borough Manager, 610-863- 1822.
NCCs Chorus Holiday Concert
Get into the holiday spirit by listening to the sacred and secular holiday music of Northampton Community College’s community chorus on Friday, December 1, at 7 p.m. in Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Under the direction of Rosemary Murdy-Haber, the vocal ensemble will perform selections that include all your holiday favorites.
Admission is a non-perishable food item to benefit the needy, or a $5 donation to the NCC Chorus Scholarship Fund.
For more information, email [email protected].
On Friday, December 1 st at 6:30 PM, Pen Argyl Borough will host a very special evening at the Weona Park Community Center. Mayor Sabatine, Borough Council and the Pen Argyl Outreach Committee invites the families of Pen Argyl to attend the Pen Argyl’s Holiday Celebration at the Community Center located in Weona Park. Join friends, family and neighbors for a joyous holiday celebration.
As always, to get the community in the holiday spirit, Holiday carols will be sung and entertainment by Scott Wagstaff, ventriloquist. Santa Claus will be making a special trip to Pen Argyl to visit the good children of the Borough and will be giving small gifts to all the young children in attendance.
There will be free drinks and snacks. The goodies, drinks and gifts are being donated by local businesses and Pen Argyl Borough Council. In case of inclement weather the event will be held Sunday, December 3 at 1:00 P.M. For more information or if you would like to make a donation contact the Pen Argyl Borough Manager, 610-863- 1822.
NCCs Chorus Holiday Concert
Get into the holiday spirit by listening to the sacred and secular holiday music of Northampton Community College’s community chorus on Friday, December 1, at 7 p.m. in Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Under the direction of Rosemary Murdy-Haber, the vocal ensemble will perform selections that include all your holiday favorites.
Admission is a non-perishable food item to benefit the needy, or a $5 donation to the NCC Chorus Scholarship Fund.
For more information, email [email protected].
December 2
Toys for Tots Toy Drive Event
Enjoy a magical afternoon Saturday December 2 from 1-4pm at Plainfield Fire Co, and help our U.S. Marines deliver Christmas to children in need throughout Northampton County.
Santa will arrive by helicopter at 1:00 compliments of Mr. Nolan Perin, Chesty, the Marine Bulldog Mascot will arrive on Margaret the Pink Fire Truck & they will be escorted by Local police & fire departments. Meet the true heroes of Christmas, the U.S. Marines, and thank them for their service. FREE 4x6 photos in the Rockin' photo booth with Santa!
Christmas Music by Dice Productionz, interactive Lionel Train Display, huge Lego Display, Make your own Santa Snacks by Ignite Fitness, Magical Reindeer Food Buffet by Miss Rose's Preschool, decorate your own cookie & Santa key chain craft by Bangor Daycare, Hot Chocolate Station by the Girl Scouts, Activity by Slate Belt YMCA, activity by Waste Management, Gifts from Santa, Vendors & MORE.
Please bring with you a donation of a new, unwrapped toy for a child 0-12 years of age! Portland Lodge No. 311 is proud to host & organize this event!
Night of Light
Night of Light Hosted by Luke William Hahn Foundation will be held Saturday, December 2 at 7 PM at Grace United Methodist Church 404 E Mountain Ave, Pen Argyl.
Join them as they remember those we have lost with a ceremonial candle lighting, inspirational speakers and heartwarming music. This non-denominational event is open to children and adults of all ages, and there is no cost to attend.
While registration is not required, it is appreciated.To RSVP email [email protected].
Enjoy a magical afternoon Saturday December 2 from 1-4pm at Plainfield Fire Co, and help our U.S. Marines deliver Christmas to children in need throughout Northampton County.
Santa will arrive by helicopter at 1:00 compliments of Mr. Nolan Perin, Chesty, the Marine Bulldog Mascot will arrive on Margaret the Pink Fire Truck & they will be escorted by Local police & fire departments. Meet the true heroes of Christmas, the U.S. Marines, and thank them for their service. FREE 4x6 photos in the Rockin' photo booth with Santa!
Christmas Music by Dice Productionz, interactive Lionel Train Display, huge Lego Display, Make your own Santa Snacks by Ignite Fitness, Magical Reindeer Food Buffet by Miss Rose's Preschool, decorate your own cookie & Santa key chain craft by Bangor Daycare, Hot Chocolate Station by the Girl Scouts, Activity by Slate Belt YMCA, activity by Waste Management, Gifts from Santa, Vendors & MORE.
Please bring with you a donation of a new, unwrapped toy for a child 0-12 years of age! Portland Lodge No. 311 is proud to host & organize this event!
Night of Light
Night of Light Hosted by Luke William Hahn Foundation will be held Saturday, December 2 at 7 PM at Grace United Methodist Church 404 E Mountain Ave, Pen Argyl.
Join them as they remember those we have lost with a ceremonial candle lighting, inspirational speakers and heartwarming music. This non-denominational event is open to children and adults of all ages, and there is no cost to attend.
While registration is not required, it is appreciated.To RSVP email [email protected].
Relay for Life Fundraiser at Bloom
Join us on December 2nd @ 6pm for our annual Lehigh Valley East "Relay for Life" joint fundraiser @ Bloom! We will be painting this popular holiday ornament pallet in the color of your choice! Space is limited so sign up early! this event is opened to the public. Register below to reserve your space!
Jamie Kent at Nazareth Center For the Arts
Jamie Kent and his band will play songs from the new record at the Nazareth Center For the Arts. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the show starts at 7:30 pm. Matthew Szlachetka opens the night, previewing songs from his own upcoming record, "Heart of My Hometown". Tickets are $25 and available in advance at: NazarethArts.Org.
Breakfast with Santa
Slate Belt Rotary invites you to join them on Saturday, December 2 at 9:00 am at Scorecard Sports Bar & Grill in Wind Gap.
Their Sixth annual breakfast with Santa benefits Coats for Kids. Give the gift of warmth for kids whose families cannot afford winter coats. In addition, each year we feed over 80 kids for free.
27th Annual Old Time Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 27 th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 2, 3 and December 9, 10 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold their 5th annual “Pancake Breakfast with Santa’. The event will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 9:00 AM – 12 Noon at the Bee Hive Community Center, 197 Penna. Ave., Bangor, PA. There will be a visit with Santa, in addition to crafts, photos and more. Tickets are on sale at the library and will also be available at the door. Price is Adults: $5.00, Children (ages 2 years – 10 years): $3.00. Children ages 1 and under are free. All proceeds benefit the Bangor Public Library. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer at 484-894- 5661.
Victorian Christmas Tea
Trinity Lutheran Church will hold it's annual Victorian Christmas Tea on December 2 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $7.00 each and will be sold on a first come, first served basis. Bring your daughters, granddaughters, sisters, nieces and friends for an afternoon of fun. Everyone who wears a fancy hat to the tea will be entered into a drawing for a special prize. Call the church office at 610-588-2023 to reserve your tickets.
Families First Holiday Bazaar
Families First will be having a Holiday Bazaar and Vendor Craft Fair at the Wind Gap Middle School Gymnasium on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Free Admission!!!! With over 25 Vendors a Basket Raffle and Concessions -
All proceeds will benefit Families First’s Adopt-A- Family/Giving Tree. Families First is non-profit in the Pen Argyl Area School District that provides support to families and individuals in need, through a variety of means, since June 6, 2002.
For additional information, about Families First, volunteering or to contribute, please call the Director of Families First, Frank Jones, at 610-863- 3688 or visit their website www.penargylfamiliesfirst.org.
Join us on December 2nd @ 6pm for our annual Lehigh Valley East "Relay for Life" joint fundraiser @ Bloom! We will be painting this popular holiday ornament pallet in the color of your choice! Space is limited so sign up early! this event is opened to the public. Register below to reserve your space!
Jamie Kent at Nazareth Center For the Arts
Jamie Kent and his band will play songs from the new record at the Nazareth Center For the Arts. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the show starts at 7:30 pm. Matthew Szlachetka opens the night, previewing songs from his own upcoming record, "Heart of My Hometown". Tickets are $25 and available in advance at: NazarethArts.Org.
Breakfast with Santa
Slate Belt Rotary invites you to join them on Saturday, December 2 at 9:00 am at Scorecard Sports Bar & Grill in Wind Gap.
Their Sixth annual breakfast with Santa benefits Coats for Kids. Give the gift of warmth for kids whose families cannot afford winter coats. In addition, each year we feed over 80 kids for free.
27th Annual Old Time Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 27 th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 2, 3 and December 9, 10 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold their 5th annual “Pancake Breakfast with Santa’. The event will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 9:00 AM – 12 Noon at the Bee Hive Community Center, 197 Penna. Ave., Bangor, PA. There will be a visit with Santa, in addition to crafts, photos and more. Tickets are on sale at the library and will also be available at the door. Price is Adults: $5.00, Children (ages 2 years – 10 years): $3.00. Children ages 1 and under are free. All proceeds benefit the Bangor Public Library. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer at 484-894- 5661.
Victorian Christmas Tea
Trinity Lutheran Church will hold it's annual Victorian Christmas Tea on December 2 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $7.00 each and will be sold on a first come, first served basis. Bring your daughters, granddaughters, sisters, nieces and friends for an afternoon of fun. Everyone who wears a fancy hat to the tea will be entered into a drawing for a special prize. Call the church office at 610-588-2023 to reserve your tickets.
Families First Holiday Bazaar
Families First will be having a Holiday Bazaar and Vendor Craft Fair at the Wind Gap Middle School Gymnasium on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Free Admission!!!! With over 25 Vendors a Basket Raffle and Concessions -
All proceeds will benefit Families First’s Adopt-A- Family/Giving Tree. Families First is non-profit in the Pen Argyl Area School District that provides support to families and individuals in need, through a variety of means, since June 6, 2002.
For additional information, about Families First, volunteering or to contribute, please call the Director of Families First, Frank Jones, at 610-863- 3688 or visit their website www.penargylfamiliesfirst.org.
December 3
Intermediate Watercolor Class
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
Instructor Iraina Caramelli
1-4pm
Come join us in this ongoing watercolor journey and discover the flexibility of this wonderful medium. We will cover composition, form, shapes and definitely color!!! Students can work from photos that they have taken or utilize the still life that will be set up during each workshop. A very free approach will be explored where your creativity takes wing. JOIN THE JOURNEY!
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Tuition: Member $85/Non-Member $95: Senior Member $75/Non-Member $85
27th Annual Old Time Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 27 th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 2, 3 and December 9, 10 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m.
Free Dinner
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE "Ham & Turkey" Dinner on Sunday, December 3rd, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
Instructor Iraina Caramelli
1-4pm
Come join us in this ongoing watercolor journey and discover the flexibility of this wonderful medium. We will cover composition, form, shapes and definitely color!!! Students can work from photos that they have taken or utilize the still life that will be set up during each workshop. A very free approach will be explored where your creativity takes wing. JOIN THE JOURNEY!
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $85/Non-Member $95: Senior Member $75/Non-Member $85
27th Annual Old Time Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 27 th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 2, 3 and December 9, 10 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m.
Free Dinner
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE "Ham & Turkey" Dinner on Sunday, December 3rd, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.
December 5
Drawing Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
6:30-8:30pm
Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing.
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Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
BHS Choirs Winter Concert
Bangor Area High School choirs will hold their winter concert Tuesday, December 5 at 7:30pm in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. Performing Ensembles will be the Concert Choir, Symphonic Choir, and Chamber Choir.
Free RN/LPN Reactivation/Review Info Sessions at NCC
Free information sessions will be held at Northampton Community College for nursing professionals with an inactive or international license who would like to re-enter the workforce. Programs will ensure those interested in returning to practice will have everything they require to begin the classes in January 2018. For more information and to register for a session, please visit www.northampton.edu/HealthcareCourses. For questions, please call 610-332-6585.
Tuesday, December 5, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 7, at the Monroe Campus in Tannersville, Room 011 Kapp Hall, 6 p.m.
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
6:30-8:30pm
Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing.
MATERIALS LIST
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
BHS Choirs Winter Concert
Bangor Area High School choirs will hold their winter concert Tuesday, December 5 at 7:30pm in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. Performing Ensembles will be the Concert Choir, Symphonic Choir, and Chamber Choir.
Free RN/LPN Reactivation/Review Info Sessions at NCC
Free information sessions will be held at Northampton Community College for nursing professionals with an inactive or international license who would like to re-enter the workforce. Programs will ensure those interested in returning to practice will have everything they require to begin the classes in January 2018. For more information and to register for a session, please visit www.northampton.edu/HealthcareCourses. For questions, please call 610-332-6585.
Tuesday, December 5, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 7, at the Monroe Campus in Tannersville, Room 011 Kapp Hall, 6 p.m.
December 6
Wendy’s fundraiser
Come out to Wendy's in Wind Gap on December 6th between 5:00 and 8:00 pm. Wendy's will be donating 10% of the sales to Blue Mountain Community Library.
Wednesday Evening Painting Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
“Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go)
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting.
Tuition: $10.00
Come out to Wendy's in Wind Gap on December 6th between 5:00 and 8:00 pm. Wendy's will be donating 10% of the sales to Blue Mountain Community Library.
Wednesday Evening Painting Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg
“Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go)
Instructor John McAllister
6:30-8:30pm
All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting.
Tuition: $10.00
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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.
- Pool Tables available every morning and most afternoons TV, Library, computers, puzzles.
- Quoits can be played anytime nothing is scheduled for floor space
NOVEMBER
- Zumba Gold, Tuesdays 10:00 AM
- Porker, Tuesdays, Nov., 14,21,28
- Arthritis Exercise, Tuesday Nov, 7,21,28 and Thursdays Nov., 2,9,30, 12:15 PM
- Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 AM,
- Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
- THANKSGIVING MEAL, Thursday, November 16,
- Turkey/pick your own & Harvest Bingo, Thursday, November 16, 12:15 PM
- GARY DEE, Friday, November 17, 12:30-2:30 PM
- Deja the Therapy Dog, Tuesday, November 21, 9:00 AM
- CLOSED, November 23-HAPPY THANKSGIVING
- CLOSED, November 24-HAPPY BLACK FRIDAY
- Council Meeting, Thursday, November 30, 9:00 AM
DECEMBER
- Deck The Halls, Friday December 1, 9:?
- Make a Christmas tree ornament, Thursday, December 7th and
- Tuesday, December 12th, 10:00 AM
- Food Drive for Pump , December 11-13
- Christmas Carols, Hot Chocolate and Ugly Sweater contest,
- Thursday, December 14th 12:15 PM
- Baseball, Friday, December 15th, 10:00 AM, Christmas Bingo
- Deja the Therapy Dog, Tuesday, December 19th, 10:00 AM
- Christmas Games, Build a snowman, Thursday, December 21, 10:00 AM
- CHRISTMAS PARTY(Pre-registration required) MUSIC WITH BILL REESE
- CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY, DECEMBER 25
- Left over Cookie and Fruitcake Day (bring all you want to get rid of) Officers Council Meeting, Thursday, December 28, 9:00 AM
- Events Meeting, Thursday, December 28th, 1:00 PM
- NEW YEAR'S MEAL, Friday, December 29
- Fruitcake Day (bring all you want to get rid of)
- Officers Council Meeting, Thursday, December 28, 9:00 AM
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Bangor Library New Books
November 24
November 24
Adult Fiction
Young Adult Fiction
Young Adult Non Fiction
Junior Fiction
Easy Reader Fiction
Easy Fiction Non Fiction
Easy Fiction
Easy Non Fiction
DVDs
- End Game by David Baldacci
- All Is Calm, All Is Bright by Colleen Coble
- Future Home of the Living God by Louise Erdrich
- Hardcore Twenty Four by Janet Evanovich
- Bones by Jonathan Kellerman
- Street Dreams by Kaye Kellerman
- Artemis by Andy Weir.
- Adult Non Fiction
- The Vampire Book by Gordon J. Melton
- Amazing Grace by Eric Metaxas.
- Audio Books Fiction
- Map of the Heart by Susan Wiggs.
Young Adult Fiction
- Battle of Hackham Health by John Flanagan
- Just One by Gayle Forman
- Harry Potter: A Journey Through a history of Magic by J.K. Rowling.
Young Adult Non Fiction
- D-Day by Rick Atkinson.
Junior Fiction
- Into the Wild
- The Case of the Weird Blue Chicken by Doreen Cronin
- Anna Takes Charge
- Return to the Ice Palace
- The Secret Admirer by Erica David
- Dory and the Real True Friend by Abby Hanlon
- Rocky Zang in The Amazing Mr.Magic by Megan McDonald.
Easy Reader Fiction
- The Croc Takes the Cake by Melinda La Rose
- Totally Talented Pets by Cecile Skies.
Easy Fiction Non Fiction
- Taylor Swift by Lexi Ryals.
Easy Fiction
- God Gave Us Easter by Lisa Town Bergren
- Bunnys Noisy Book by Margaret Brown Wise
- Willy and the Cloud by Anthony Browne
- Hello Lamb by Jane Cabrera
- Llama Llama and the Bully Goat by Anna Dewdney
- The Invisible String by Patrice Karst
- Inkys Great Escape by Casey Lyall
- Game of Gnomes by Kirsten Mayer
- The Octopuppy by Martin McKenna
- Fancy Nancy: Puppy Party by Jane O’Connor
- Tiny Blessings: For a Merry Christmas by Amy Parker
- Love Me Tender by Elvis Presley.
Easy Non Fiction
- Old Mother West Wind by Thornton Burgess
- One Tiny Turtle by Nicola Davies.
DVDs
- Atomic Blonde
- The Glass Castle
- Your Name.
Blue Mountain Community Library
November 1
Adult Fiction:
- The Letter, Kathryn Hughes
- The Salt House, Lisa Duffy
- The Blackbird Season, Kate Moretti
- Home For The Summer, Holly chamberlin
- A Sister's Place, Savannah Page
- The Promise of Pierson Orchard, Kate Brandes
- The Accident, S. D. Monaghan
- Lie To Me, J.T. Ellison
- The Trust, Ronald Balson
- Blame, Jeff Abbott
- No One Is Coming To Save Us, Stephanie Powell Watts
Slate Belt Area
Road Work
Week of November 27
Bushkill Twp
ROAD NAME: Filetown Road
BETWEEN: Jacobsburg Road AND Sullivan Trail
Type of Work: Drainage
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 11/27/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/27/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Bushkill Twp
ROAD NAME: Filetown Road
BETWEEN: Jacobsburg Road AND Sullivan Trail
Type of Work: Drainage
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 11/30/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/01/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Stockertown Borough
ROAD NAME: PA 191 South
BETWEEN: Commerce Way AND Long View Drive
Type of Work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction. Expect delays and please use caution drivingthrough the work zone.
START DATE: 11/29/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/29/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Stockertown
ROAD NAME: PA 33 north ramp at PA 191
Type of Work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Shoulder Restriction.
START DATE: 11/28/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/28/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Plainfield Township
ROAD NAME: PA 33 North
BETWEEN: PA 512 AND Belfast Road
Type of Work: Bridge Repair
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect significant delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/28/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/28/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Stockertown
ROAD NAME: PA 33 ramp at PA 191
Type of Work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Ramp restriction.
START DATE: 11/27/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/27/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Plainfield Twp
ROAD NAME: PA 33 ramps at Belfast Exit
Type of Work: Other
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: No restriction.
START DATE: 11/29/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/01/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Lower Mount Bethel Township
ROAD NAME: Richmond Road/Belvidere Highway
BETWEEN: Berry Hollow Road AND Johnsville Road
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/27/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/01/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
ROAD NAME: Filetown Road
BETWEEN: Jacobsburg Road AND Sullivan Trail
Type of Work: Drainage
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 11/27/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/27/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Bushkill Twp
ROAD NAME: Filetown Road
BETWEEN: Jacobsburg Road AND Sullivan Trail
Type of Work: Drainage
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 11/30/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/01/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Stockertown Borough
ROAD NAME: PA 191 South
BETWEEN: Commerce Way AND Long View Drive
Type of Work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction. Expect delays and please use caution drivingthrough the work zone.
START DATE: 11/29/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/29/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Stockertown
ROAD NAME: PA 33 north ramp at PA 191
Type of Work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Shoulder Restriction.
START DATE: 11/28/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/28/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Plainfield Township
ROAD NAME: PA 33 North
BETWEEN: PA 512 AND Belfast Road
Type of Work: Bridge Repair
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect significant delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/28/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/28/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Stockertown
ROAD NAME: PA 33 ramp at PA 191
Type of Work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Ramp restriction.
START DATE: 11/27/2017 Est. Completion Date: 11/27/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Plainfield Twp
ROAD NAME: PA 33 ramps at Belfast Exit
Type of Work: Other
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: No restriction.
START DATE: 11/29/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/01/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
Lower Mount Bethel Township
ROAD NAME: Richmond Road/Belvidere Highway
BETWEEN: Berry Hollow Road AND Johnsville Road
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/27/2017 Est. Completion Date: 12/01/2017
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 2:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES
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December 7
Oil Painting Class
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg Instructor John McAllister 6:30-8:30pm This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition, light and shadow, color, preparation of materials and the application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process. MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75 Holiday Card Workshop-Art of Linoleum Printing Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg. Instructor Iraina Caramelli One Day, December 7, Thursday 1-3pm Linoleum printing dates very far back in art history and involves carving an image into linoleum. From this stage you can print and reproduce many times. In this workshop each participant will create 5 cards, however, you can then create many more cards at home. REGISTRATION CUTOFF DATE IS NOVEMBER 20, 2017 MATERIALS FEE: $10.00 Tuition:Member $15/Non-Member $20 Free RN/LPN Reactivation/Review Info Sessions at NCC Free information sessions will be held at Northampton Community College for nursing professionals with an inactive or international license who would like to re-enter the workforce. Programs will ensure those interested in returning to practice will have everything they require to begin the classes in January 2018. For more information and to register for a session, please visit www.northampton.edu/HealthcareCourses. For questions, please call 610-332-6585. Tuesday, December 5, at the Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, Room 505, 6 p.m. Thursday, December 7, at the Monroe Campus in Tannersville, Room 011 Kapp Hall, 6 p.m. December 9
Breakfast With Santa At FUMC
The First United Methodist Church, 55 N. 3rd St, Bangor will host a "Breakfast and Photos with Santa" on Saturday, December 9th from 9:00 am to 12:00. Free for everyone! In addition to a hot breakfast and pictures with Santa, kids will also have the opportunity to bake homemade Christmas cookies, enjoy crafts and play games. Register online https://firstumcbangor.ticketleap.com/santa/ 27th Annual Old Time Christmas Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 27th annual Old Time Christmas event on December 9, 10 with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m. 2nd Ward Children's Christmas Party The 2nd Ward volunteer fire company at 517 S. Northampton St. Bangor, PA is having its annual children's Christmas party on December 9th at 1 PM at the firehouse. The children and grandchildren of 2nd Ward residents 12 years of age and younger are welcome to attend. Please contact Cheryl at 610-588-4213, Lisa at 610-599-7993, or Missy at 610-588-6344 with age, sex, and name of children by December 1st. Santa will be arriving by fire truck. A Christmas Tail Come to A Christmas Tail: Camp Papillon's 1st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting for some festive holiday fun! Stop by to take photos with Santa Paws, write a letter to Santa, do some Christmas shopping and kids crafts and more! Saturday, December 9 at 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Camp Papillon Animal Shelter 128 Brainerd Lane, Stroudsburg. East Bangor Park Tree Lighting East Bangor Park will hold its second annual tree lighting on Saturday, December 9th. The festivities start at 6:30pm; Santa arrivs at 7:00pm and there will be caroling, cookies and hot chocolate. Animal Shelter Fundraiser On Saturday December 9th, 6:30pm at Bangor Trust Brewery, 15 Broadway, Bangor, PA. a fundraiser will be held to help raise funds for a new local animal shelter. Bloom Creative Studio will be the guide to help you paint a paw print glass, all materials provided: glass, paint, brushes & a complimentary beer or wine of your choice. Register on line at www.bloombangor.org click on upcoming events or call 610-588-4775 Lookout Fire Company #1 Annual Toy BINGO Saturday, December 9th, 1:00pm, Weona Park Community Center, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania. Purchase of tickets will only be available the day of the event, with doors open 11:00am. For more information please email us at info@lookout reco.com. All proceeds from this event benefit the Lookout Fire Company #1. December 10
27th Annual Old Time Christmas
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will present its 27th annual Old Time Christmas event on today with candlelit tours leaving every 15 minutes beginning at 3:00 p.m., with the last group going out at 7:00 p.m. Intermediate Watercolor Class Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg Instructor Iraina Caramelli 1-4pm Come join us in this ongoing watercolor journey and discover the flexibility of this wonderful medium. We will cover composition, form, shapes and definitely color!!! Students can work from photos that they have taken or utilize the still life that will be set up during each workshop. A very free approach will be explored where your creativity takes wing. JOIN THE JOURNEY! MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $85/Non-Member $95: Senior Member $75/Non-Member $85 Community Open House Community Open House Hosted by Totts Gap Arts will be held Sunday, December 10 at 12 PM - 4 PM at 1494 Totts Gap Rd, Bangor, Pennsylvania 18013 What better way to reflect on the accomplishments of the year, than with Totts Gap Annual Community Open House? Join them at Totts Gap Arts and see the last dance showcase of the year, and enjoy art created by our students. Light refreshments will be served, so plan on spending the afternoon with us, and get ready for another year! Free Admission. Kid Friendly. Breakfast with Santa An All-You-Can-Eat Pancake breakfast with Santa will be held at the Washington Twp Fire Co. 920 Washington Blvd, Bangor Sunday December 10 from 8-Noon. Tickets are $7.00 and available at the door, Age 3 and under free. Photos with Santa available to purchase. All sales are final. No refunds. The Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest The Slate Belt Heritage Center, located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA will hold its first “Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” on Sunday, December 10th @ 2:00 PM. Master of Ceremonies, Marc Blau will host a trivia game for teams of four or make your own team or just show up and join in another team. Prizes will be awarded to individual team member winners. Refreshments will be available. The event is free and open to the public. Come join the fun. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer at 484-894-5661. December 12
Drawing Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg 6:30-8:30pm Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing. MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75 Christmas Luncheon Celebration Bloom will hold a Christmas luncheon celebration on Tuesday, December 12 at 12 noon. The event will be held at Tuscarora Inn and Conference, 3300 River Road, Mt. Bethel, PA. Handcrafted gifts will be available for purchase from 11:30 am to noon and again after lunch. There will be an artist's auction and stories from survivors. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased online at bloombangor.org. All proceeds support Bloom, a 2 year restorative community for women overcoming addiction, trauma and trafficking. For more information, contact Andrea at 917-232-5869. December 13
Wednesday Evening Painting Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg “Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go) Instructor John McAllister 6:30-8:30pm All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting. Tuition: $10.00 December 14
Oil Painting Class
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg Instructor John McAllister 6:30-8:30pm This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition, light and shadow, color, preparation of materials and the application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process. MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75 Milk and Cookies with Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus Pen Argyl’s Family Dental Care Office, Dr. Gary Williams, DMD & Staff, will host Santa & Mrs. Claus on Thursday, December 14th, 2017 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm at their office, 225 South Robinson Avenue in Pen Argyl. Miss Rose’s Preschool in West Bangor will provide some lively Holiday musical selections at 5:15pm in the Dental Office Reception Room area. The Lunch Room, on South Robinson Avenue, will have some amazing Christmas refreshments for all who attend! Dr. Williams had proudly organized and provided “Christmas on South Robinson” for many years, and most recently, all of the above groups participated in “Christmas in a Small Town” in Pen Argyl. This year, they are all back at the dental office location providing this fun activity for all the Slate Belt families. They hope to provide an intimate setting where each child in attendance will have an unrushed visit with Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus, and receive a little gift. There will be a Food Barrel for contributions of non-perishable foods to help the area food banks during the busy holiday season. Everyone should be sure to bring a camera for beautiful photo opportunities during the festivities! December 15
BHS Band Winter Concert
Bangor Area High School bands will winter concert will be held on Friday, December 15 at 7:30pm in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor Area High School. The Concert and Symphonic Bands will each present their own portion of the concert. At the conclusion of the program, both groups will unite on stage for a grand finale complete with a Christmas Carol sing-along and our annual performance of Sleigh Ride conducted by a jolly special guest. Please join us on December15 to share in the holiday joy! For more information visit: bahsbands.weebly.com Cat Spay/Neuter clinic The Cat Spay/Neuter clinic will be held December 15 at Sun Porch Pooches Pet Grooming, 420 Belvidere Corner Rd., Mount Bethel, PA 18343. Cost is $15 for feral cats, left ear tip required also rabies, and $40 for house cats includes rabies and distemper. These prices are for residents of the Slate Belt Area only or if the cat was adopted through us. Please call Karen at 484-619-1394. They are filling up fast so please call and make your reservations early. December 16
National Free Throw Contest
Bangor Lodge #1106 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is pleased to announce the Elks National Hoop Shoot to be held beginning at 1:00 PM on Saturday December 16, 2017 at the Washington Elementary School, 381 Washington Blvd, Bangor, PA. This Free Throw Contest is open to boys and girls ages 8 through 13 and is free to all contestants. Registration will be open beginning at noon on December 16, 2017 at the school gymnasium. Beginning at the local level, winning contestants will advance through District, State, Regional, and National competitions. The Elks helps sponsor contestants and their families at every level of competition. One boy and one girl from each division will win a national title at the National Finals and have their names inscribed in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Two National Champions will receive the Getty Powell Award for most baskets made during the National Finals. The Elks National Hoop Shoot Program, sponsored by the Elks National Foundation, provides a character-building, competitive experience for all contestants. Contestants learn about the importance of respect and good sportsmanship. The Bangor Lodge is a proud sponsor of this annual local event. Winners of this local event will represent our Lodge at the District Free throw competition, also being held at Washington Elementary on February 3, 2018. Breakfast with Santa in Roseto Columbia Fire Co. No. 1 is Roseto will be sponsoring a Breakfast with Santa on Saturday December 16th 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 $8. Please call 610-588-0597 or email [email protected] for reservations. December 16 & 17
Santa Gift Delivery
Mt. Bethel and North Bangor Volunteer Fire Companies will deliver gifts from Santa to your children on Saturday, December 16th from 4-7pm and Sunday, December 17th from 1-4pm. For a $10 donation, Upper Mount Bethel resident can have a pre-wrapped gift delivered to their home by Santa on a Fire Truck. Residents who want to participate can sent their donation (make checks payable Mount Bethel Fire Company) along with their name, address, phone number, email, children's name(s) and ages and the date you'd like delivery to Fire Chief Chris Finan, Attn.: Santa Delivery, 48 Shawnee Drive, Mount Bethel, PA 18343 not later than December 1st. If you'd like to participate but need payment assistance, you can contact Township Board Chairman John Birmignham at [email protected]. All pre-wrapped gifts must be dropped off at Mount Bethel Fire House, 2341 North Delaware Drive, on Friday, December 8th from 5-8pm or Saturday, December 9th from 9am-12pm. If you have any questions, please call Chris Finan at 570-807-7495 or Nancy Finan at 570-807-8160 You can also send an email to [email protected] re: Santa Delivery. December 17
Intermediate Watercolor Class
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg Instructor Iraina Caramelli 1-4pm Come join us in this ongoing watercolor journey and discover the flexibility of this wonderful medium. We will cover composition, form, shapes and definitely color!!! Students can work from photos that they have taken or utilize the still life that will be set up during each workshop. A very free approach will be explored where your creativity takes wing. JOIN THE JOURNEY! MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $85/Non-Member $95: Senior Member $75/Non-Member $85 December 19
Drawing Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg 6:30-8:30pm Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing. MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75 December 20
Wednesday Evening Painting Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg “Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go) Instructor John McAllister 6:30-8:30pm All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting. Tuition: $10.00 December 21
Oil Painting Class
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg Instructor John McAllister 6:30-8:30pm This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition, light and shadow, color, preparation of materials and the application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process. MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75 December 22
PAHS to Hold "Senior Day"
The Class of 2020 at Pen Argyl Area High School will hold a "Senior Day" on Friday, December 22, 2017 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Doors will open at 8:15. Enjoy listening to the sounds of the chorus and jazz band. We will be serving a continental breakfast and lunch will be provided for all attendees. Other activities include quoits, tours of the building, technology lessons, and Bingo! This event is open to all senior citizens of the Pen Argyl Area School District. Space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as possible. All reservations must be made no later than December 15 by calling 610-863-1293 Ext. 1. December 26
Drawing Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg 6:30-8:30pm Never taken a drawing class before? Feel rusty or simply lack confidence? This class is for you. Beginning with a simple contour, you will use line to discover a variety of shapes and forms from a still life to the human figure. The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and drawing will be demonstrated. Explore the steps in drawing from an idea to a sketch to a completed drawing. MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75 December 27
Wednesday Evening Painting Workshop
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg “Painting Alla Prima” (all at one go) Instructor John McAllister 6:30-8:30pm All painting mediums welcome, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, oil, whatever you are comfortable with. Bring your own materials and instructor John McAllister will help you with composition, color, value and basis techniques. The focus of the workshop is to complete or nearly complete a painting in one 2 hour sitting. Tuition: $10.00 December 28
Oil Painting Class
Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. 7th St., Stroudsburg Instructor John McAllister 6:30-8:30pm This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition, light and shadow, color, preparation of materials and the application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process. MATERIALS LIST Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75 December 30
Basketball Clinic
The Pen Argyl Lady Knights will be hosting a basketball clinic on Dec 30 at Wind Gap Middle School- 9-11AM- open to all girls and boys grades 3-6. Cost will be $15. Hope to see you there! #TraditionStartsNow January 27
Irish Tin Whistle Workshop BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania - Celtic Cultural Alliance announces an Irish Tin Whistle workshop on January 27, 2018, as part of its continuing mission to promote and preserve the Celtic culture through arts, music, literature, dance, and history programs. Our Irish whistle workshop with instructor Chris Finnegan, will teach the basics of how to play traditional tunes on a D tin whistle to students over age 14. Students will learn the basic fingering and how to get a good sound from the instrument. Simple music will also be introduced. Students should bring their own whistle, and Walton's is the recommended brand. It can be purchased from Donegal Square, 532 Main St., Bethlehem. Chris Finnegan is an Uilleann Piper and Whistle player from Old Bridge, New Jersey. He has performed extensively in the United States and Ireland and holds the distinction of being the Piper to the Regimental Headquarters Staff of the “Fighting 69th” (1st Battalion, 69th Infantry, New York Army National Guard). In addition to the Uilleann Pipes, Chris also plays the Double Bass, Guitar, and Great Highland Bagpipes. Chris performs regularly as a solo musician, in duos and with the Irish Music groups Blackwater and Ballycastle. The class will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Life in Christ, 51 E. Hillmond St., Bethlehem. The cost is $30, and information and registration can be found at http://www.celticfest.org/irish_tin_whistle_workshop. For more information on the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org. |
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SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE NOVEMBER 9 East Bangor Fire Co. 44 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 12 – Frank Holland 14-0, Scott Allen 13-1, Luke Grassi 12-2 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 31 Bangor Elks 25 – Phil Ascani 10-4, Dave Flick 9-5, Brandon Malachowski 9-5; Steve Bussenger 8-6 Second Ward Fire Co. 31 Liberty Fire Co. 25 – Floyd “Fuzz” Weidman 12-2, Dan Lucas 11-3; Buck Miller 10-4 Bangor Jax 30 Roseto Legion 26 – Mike Shafer 9-5, Jeff Kluska 9-5; Brian Miller 9-5 Oxford Fire Co. 32 Pen Argyl Legion 24 – Gary Fagan 10-4, Jim Huff 10-4, Bob Winter 10-4; Clyde Bellis 8-6, Todd Lakey 8-6 O’Neill’s Place 49 Columbia Fire Co. 7 – Andy Conroy 14-0, Justin Wagner 14-0 Bangor VFW 35 Rescue Fire Co. 21 – Anthony Comunale 12-2; Horst Hoppe 12-2 2017-2018 SBMQL FIRST HALF STANDINGS Division 1 – Hillside Rod & Gun Club 10-0, Bangor Elks 9-1, Oxford Fire Co. 9-1, Pen Argyl Legion 8-2, Bangor Jax 8-2, Roseto Legion 5-5, O’Neill’s Place 5-5 Division 2 – Bangor VFW 4-6, East Bangor Fire Co. 4-6, Second Ward Fire Co. 4-6, Liberty Fire Co. 2-8, Rescue Fire Co. 2-8, Columbia Fire Co. 0-10, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-10 NOVEMBER 2 Bangor Elks 41 Roseto Legion 15 – Jody Zengulis 13-1, Chad Kreider 12-2 Pen Argyl Legion 39 Second Ward Fire Co. 17 – John Albanese 11-3, Bob Ponnett 11-3, Steve Pfeiffer 10-4 Liberty Fire Co. 32 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 24 – Evan Senay 13-1, John “Packy” Roberts 10-4; Harold Bird 10-4, Don “Ducky” Davison 9-5 Rescue Fire Co. 47 Columbia Fire Co. 9 – Scott Lobb 14-0, Horst Hoppe 14-0, Sherm Schoonover 11-3 Oxford Fire Co. 36 O’Neill’s Place 20 – Gary Fagan 13-1, Matt Becker 11-3; Justin Wagner 8-6 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 34 East Bangor Fire Co. 22 – Justin Ott 12-2, Phil Ascani 9-5, Adam Dotta 9-5; Rich Pohl 8-6 Bangor Jax 35 Bangor VFW 21 
Help Wanted
POSITION: Head Football Coach EFFECTIVE: 2018-2019 School Year BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: To provide instruction regarding the knowledge and skills while participating in an activity of this kind. To provide the necessary supervision/direction for the participating students, both individually and as a group for school and athletic events throughout the year. REQUIREMENTS: Should possess the knowledge and skills associated with which to coach football. Should possess the ability to direct/supervise a program of this kind. In addition, please refer to the attached page for the requirements when applying for a position. SALARY: As per PAASD Supplemental Salary Schedule; dependent upon years of experience APPLY IN WRITING TO: Mr. Tim Egan, Athletic Director Pen Argyl Area High School 501 W. Laurel Avenue Pen Argyl, PA 18072 Telephone: (610) 863-1293 [email protected] APPLICATIONS DUE December 1, 2017 |
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