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First responders gather near the Route 33 Sunoco Truck Stop/Penn Jeresy after a Trooper had been shot around 11:00am this morning. According to a statement for the PA State Police on Twitter "one trooper shot during a traffic stop on Route 191, Plainfield Twp." According to WFMZ reports the trooper was shot "multiple times" during a gunfire exchange. His condition was critical but stable this afternoon. The assailant reportedly drove himself to Easton Hospital. Traffic in the area of the crime scene is still hectic at 3:00pm. Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley
This brilliant sunrise over the Slate Belt this morning has been replaced by clouds with the possibility of showers. Temperature in Pen Argyl at noon is 42.
Santa was a popular attraction at the Christmas Countdown Shopping Expo held Saturday at the Plainfield Fire Company. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Jennifer Trinkley Photography
This family enjoys meeting a goat which was part of the many displays at the UMBT Fall festival held Saturday at Chelsea Sun. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Sabrina Schantzen Belt and Beyond
Pennsylvania voters go to the polls today to cast their ballots. Here’s what you need to know as you head to the polls in Pennsylvania:POLLING HOURS & LOCATIONS: Polling locations will be open from 7:00am until 8:00pm today.
Voters will still be entitled to vote if they are standing in line when the polls close at 8:00pm. First-time voters will be required to show some form of identification; acceptable forms of identification. There are three ways to find out what polling place you should use to vote on Election Day. First, on your voter registration card you will find printed the details of your particular polling place. Second, you can find details about your exact voting location at the Department of State website. Third, if you are not able to find your polling place using the Department of State website, you can find and contact your county election office. BAHS Fundraiser for PYLN
A club at Bangor high School is having a fundraiser for a great cause. Support Pennsylvania Youth Leadership Network at the Broadway Pub November 8th from 11am-9pm. 10% of profits earned will be donated to support organizations such as Autism Speaks, American Diabetes Association, and the Slater Family Network. Pastie Sale
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. Pasties must be picked up at the church today at 3:30 p.m. 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 today 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. 
Bangor celebrates their 22-20 win over Northwestern for the Eastern Conference 4A Championship. This was the first post-season title for Bangor since 1997. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Michael Mensch
Heating Assistance Program Opens
Residents who are struggling with their home heating bills can now apply for assistance from the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). 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 percent of the federal poverty income level. For example, the income limit for an individual is $18,090; for a couple, the limit is $24,360; and for a family of four, it is $36,900. Residents may apply for LIHEAP online or by contacting the Northampton County Assistance Office at 1-800-349-5122. November 7 Regular EventsBingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am. Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2. Pen Argyl Regular Council Meeting - 7:00 P.M. Borough Hall Bangor Block Watch - Slate Belt Heritage Center (upstairs) 7pm Knights of Columbus Home Association - Council Home, 7:30-9:30pm Rescue Fire Co. #1 Auxiliary - meets 7:30 at the fire station. UMBT Advisory Council - Meets 7:00pm Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm This is our calendar of regularly scheduled events. If you see any info that is incorrect or want to add a regularly scheduled event please send e-mail to sbtopics@rcn.com.
CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARLions Club Fundraiser
The Bangor Lions Club is hosting a fundraiser at Wendy’s in Wind Gap on Wednesday, November 8 from 5:00 to 8:00pm. The club will receive a portion of all sales, eat in or carry out. The Bangor Lions Club is a non-profit organization that raises money for sight conservation, diabetes awareness, the hearing impaired, White Cane, Center for Vision Loss, local food banks and leader dog for over 60 years. We as a club, also hand out 4 scholarships to deserving students in the Bangor School District. We also sponsor the Leo Club at Bangor High School. Weather Related Forecasts
BASD Ski and Snowboard Club sign ups The 2017/2018 Bangor Area School District Ski and Snowboard Club sign ups will take place Wednesday, November 8 and Thursday, November 9 in the middle school auditorium at 7:00pm. Additional information is available on the high school web site under "Ski/Snowboard Club" Questions can be directed to Diane Lobb. lobbd@bangorsd.org Monroe County Garden Club The Monroe County Garden Club will meet on Wednesday November 8, at 11:30 AM at the Kettle Creek Environmental Center, 8050 Running Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 The Design Theme: "Home for the Holidays". Table setting for one, designers choice of holiday theme. Floral design required, fresh and/or dried materials. Horticulture Theme: Evergreen stem. Meeting will begin at 11:30, followed by lunch, followed by program. Everyone interested in gardening is welcome to attend. The cost is $5 for non-members with luncheon is included. For more information, call President Robin Teets (570) 350-8069 or rteets@ptd.net; visit our website, http://www.monroecountygardenclub.com or join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeCountyGardenClub. Weona Park Master Site Public Meeting
Pen Argyl Borough will host a public meeting on the future development of Weona Park on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Weona Park Community Center, 25 S Main Street, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. The Borough’s consultant, URDC of Bethlehem, PA is assisting the Borough in preparing a new master site development plan for Weona Park and will be conducting the meeting along with the Weona Park Study Committee members.
Three draft alternative concept plans showing various ways the park could be developed and what recreational facilities might be included will be displayed for public comment. Like the previous open house meeting, multiple stations will be set up to discuss and collect input from the public. Input from this meeting will be used to assist the Weona Park Study Committee to preparing a final master plan. Please come to discuss the future development of the park at our open house. Entertainment This Week
NCC Open House at Bethlehem Campus
Prospective students of all ages are invited to learn about the many fields of study offered at NCC’s largest site, tour the campus, meet faculty members and mingle with current students on Saturday, November 18. Questions will be answered by staff in admissions, financial aid and career services. The tour begins at 10 a.m. in the Arthur L. Scott Spartan Center on the Bethlehem Campus and lasts until 2 p.m.Prospective students, parents, high school dual-enroll students and community members are all welcome. For more information, or to register, go to http://northampton.edu/visit call 610-861-5500. 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. 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/ THIS DAY IN HISTORY - November 7Magic Johnson announces he is HIV-positive 1991 On this day in 1991, basketball legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson stuns the world by announcing his sudden retirement from the Los Angeles Lakers, after testing positive for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. At the time, many Americans viewed AIDS as a gay white man’s disease. Johnson (1959- ), who is African American and heterosexual, was one of the first sports stars to go public about his HIV-positive status. Revered as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, Johnson spent his entire 13-season NBA career with the Lakers, helping them to win five championships in the 1980s. The 6’9″ point guard, a native of Lansing, Michigan, was famous for his extraordinary passing skills, contagious smile and love of the game. In 1981, he signed a 25-year deal with the Lakers for $25 million, one of the NBA’s first over-the-top contracts. Johnson, a three-time NBA “Most Valuable Player” and 12-time All-Star team member, didn’t completely hang up his basketball shoes after announcing his retirement in 1991. He was voted most valuable player of the 1992 NBA All-Star Game and played on the Olympic “Dream Team” (alongside Michael Jordan, Larry Bird and Patrick Ewing) that won gold for the U.S. in Barcelona that summer. He briefly returned to the Lakers for the 1993-94 season as head coach and made a short-lived comeback as a Lakers player in the 1995-96 season. 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. 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. In Case You Missed It......
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Bangor Lions Club Meat Stick Sale
Support the Bangor Lions Club by ordering meat sticks from "Country Meats". These delicious meat sticks come in a variety of flavors and are only $1 per stick. These would make great stocking stuffers for Christmas. Check out the flavors available and print out your order form from the photos in this post. All orders should be filled out and mailed to Lions Club Bangor c/o Letitia Shiner at 127 South 3rd St. Bangor Pa 18013. Checks or money orders can be made out to the Bangor Lions Club . ***All orders need to be received by November 25th.*** Orders will be ready for pick up in December. Pick up location and time have yet to be determined. Please check back for updates. Mt. Bethel Comic Book Show
A comic book show will be held in Mount Bethel on Sunday, November 19, 10am to 4pm, featuring vendors, artists, writers and costume groups. They are looking for crafters with items related to comics, science fiction, steampunk. Mount Bethel Fire Hall, 2341 North Delaware Drive (Hwy. 611). More information, http://www.jerseyshorecomicbookshow.com or 609-242-7756. Vendors Wanted
Mt Bethel Fire Co. Ladies Aux 29th Annual Craft Show. November 25, 2017. Reserve your table/space now. First come, first serve basis. Call Kris 610-392-7975 Toys for Tots Drop Off Locations
First United Methodist Church, 55 N. 3rd St., Bangor and their Thrift Store at 38 Broadway, Bangor have been designated drop off locations for Toys for Tots. The are currently accepting donations through December. Toys must be unwrapped and new. BASD Wellness Walking Programs
The Bangor Area School District Wellness Committee wants to extend an invitation to the families in our school community to participate in the following healthy activities throughout the school year. These are programs that the faculty eagerly awaits and competes in each year. Happy Hoofers: September 18, 2018-November 13, 2018 : 8 week walking program, team with the most points wins (20 minutes =3 points; 30 minutes=4 points etc.) There is an electronic log attached that auto tallies. Project Zero: November 20-January 2, 2018: The goal of this program is to maintain your weight throughout the holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. Eat in moderation and exercise to break even! Weigh In and Weigh Out form also attached. 10,000 Steps: April 2, 2018- May 2, 2018: This is not a team walk rather it is an individual walking program where you find the average of your daily steps and set a personal goal to increase the steps each day. Strive to achieve 10,000 steps a day! To find the average; record your steps for any 3 days and divide the total by 3 and that will give you an average of steps walked per day) Here you can find a way to compete among family members, friend groups, or with neighbors. Be creative in the rewards or prizes! Look for more information on the Bangor Area School District web page under the wellness link or email us at wellness@bangorsd.org Pen Argyl Park Yoga: Mondays and Thursdays at the Weona Park Community Center at 6 P.M. Please contact Janelle Connolly at 484-707-5961 or http://www.namastefit.org Weona Park community center building. All levels welcome. Beginners encouraged to attend. Class fee will be $10 Please bring a mat, towel and small blanket. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to class start. Dress in clothing that you can easily move in and feel comfortable in. Recommend dressing in light layers Friends of the Bangor Public Library Events
The Friends of the Bangor Public Library announce the following Save-the-Date” events:
New members are always welcome. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 Totts Gap Arts Events Schedule November 11 Annual Scholarship Dinner December 10 Community Open House
Heritage Center Calendar of EventsSlate Belt Heritage Center Calendar of Events for 2017
Civil Air Patrol Meets Every Monday
The Civil Air Patrol 807th Braden Squadron meets every Monday Night from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Bangor VFW or Braden Airpark, Easton Call for meeting location on given night: 610-588-1459 http://cap807.com/ Letters To The Homefront Book Orders
Letters to Homefront: “A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers” is now in its second printing stage. The Slate Belt Heritage Center is now receiving orders for the books. Those interested in making a purchase can send a check for $40.00 to the Center @ 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA w/Att: Homefront Book. Distribution will be on Saturday, December 2nd from 9 -Noon. (just in time for Christmas presents). For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661 DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available
When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg! These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
November 7
Pastie Sale
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, November 5. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, November 7th, at 3:30 p.m. 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. November 8
Lions Club Fundraiser
The Bangor Lions Club is hosting a fundraiser at Wendy’s in Wind Gap on Wednesday, November 8 from 5:00 to 8:00pm. The club will receive a portion of all sales, eat in or carry out. The Bangor Lions Club is a non-profit organization that raises money for sight conservation, diabetes awareness, the hearing impaired, White Cane, Center for Vision Loss, local food banks and leader dog for over 60 years. We as a club, also hand out 4 scholarships to deserving students in the Bangor School District. We also sponsor the Leo Club at Bangor High School. November 8 & 9
BASD Ski and Snowboard Club sign ups
The 2017/2018 Bangor Area School District Ski and Snowboard Club sign ups will take place Wednesday, November 8 and Thursday, November 9 in the middle school auditorium at 7:00pm. Additional information is available on the high school web site under "Ski/Snowboard Club" Questions can be directed to Diane Lobb. lobbd@bangorsd.org Monroe County Garden Club The Monroe County Garden Club will meet on Wednesday November 8, at 11:30 AM at the Kettle Creek Environmental Center, 8050 Running Valley Rd, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 The Design Theme: "Home for the Holidays". Table setting for one, designers choice of holiday theme. Floral design required, fresh and/or dried materials. Horticulture Theme: Evergreen stem. Meeting will begin at 11:30, followed by lunch, followed by program. Everyone interested in gardening is welcome to attend. The cost is $5 for non-members with luncheon is included. For more information, call President Robin Teets (570) 350-8069 or rteets@ptd.net; visit our website, http://www.monroecountygardenclub.com or join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeCountyGardenClub. November 9
"In Honor of Old Glory"
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will present “In Honor of Old Glory”- Flag Ceremony on Thursday, November 9th at 7:00 PM. Troop leader Perry Morris and the Boy Scouts of the Slate Belt will share the history of our nation’s flag, and the respectful way to display, use, honor and retire it. The event is free and open to the public. The Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, Pa. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer at 484-894-5661. Books And Brews A Books and Brews event will be held at Bangor Trust Brewing 15 Broadway, Bangor, Thursday, November 9 from 7-9pm. Repurpose books into great decor pieces!! Learn the basics of Dixie Belle Paint Company paint and waxes, while having a blast!! A brew will be complimentary for each workshop attendee so bring a friend and make it a night out!! They will be going over an intro to DB paints, Application techniques, Sanding, glaxing and waxing!! We are going to fit a lot into one night!! Bangor Trust Brewing will be open prior and during class you will be free to order snacks and drinks!! Cost of tickets will be $25 prior and $30 at the door. This includes all materials and a glass of craft beer, wine or a soft drink. November 11Chili Cookoff Fundraiser
Grand Central Chili Cookoff Fundraiser Hosted by Grand Central Landfill and Hauling/Waste Management of the Slate Belt Saturday, November 11 at 11 AM - 2 PM Come support local non-profits as they vie for two jackpots! $5 gets you chili samples and the opportunity to be a People's Choice Judge! Activities for the whole family! Meet the Author Featuring Joe DeFranco The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold their Fall “Meet the Author” on Saturday, November 11, 2017 @ 10:00 AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 404 Broadway, Bangor. Pa. Featured author will be local businessman Joe DeFranco. Mr. DeFranco will present his book: Growing Up in the Butcher Shop. Mr. DeFranco has always enjoyed telling stories to friends, reading articles about Italy, food magazines and cookbooks, along with being surrounded by his grandparents who had the greatest influence on him. All of this has inspired him to write vignettes for the Blue Valley Times, Slate Belt Town Topics, The Belt & Beyond, and subsequently publishing his own book. Mr. DeFranco strived to keep the old customs alive so that the younger generation will have an idea as to his way of life growing up in the sixties, in a butcher shop and also for the older generations to reminisce days gone by. Tickets for the event are $ 5.00 and can be purchased at the Bangor Library, 39 North Main Street, Bangor, PA. All proceeds benefit the Bangor Library. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. Northampton Community College Fall Craft Fair NCC will hold its annual fall craft fair on Saturday, November 11, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Arthur L. Scott Spartan Center, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township Admission is $2 general public, $1 seniors 65 and over, and free for children under 12. Crafters showcase their unique hand-made treasures including jewelry, glass and wood work, flower arrangements, holiday items and more. Many of the regions' finest crafters will be selling their work. For more information, in the event of inclement weather, or if you are interested in participating in the show, email alumni@northampton.edu or call 610-861-5088. NCC Veteran’s Day Event Featuring Phil Klay On Saturday, November 11, Veterans Day, Northampton Community College will honor Veterans and service people at a college and community event. Veterans have been an important part of the NCC community since the College opened. This year’s celebration honors NCC’s 50th anniversary. The event will include a retreat ceremony, reception, dinner and lecture by Phil Klay, a United States marine officer who won the National Book Award for fiction in 2014 for Redeployment, a collection of short stories recounting the experiences of soldiers and veterans who served in Iraq. The Retreat Ceremony that takes place in Veterans Plaza, Tribute Garden on the Bethlehem Campus will begin at 4:45 p.m. The presentation by Phil Klay will occur in Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall on the Bethlehem Campus at 7:30 p.m. Veronica Anthony's Holiday Open House Join Veronica Anthony's Salon and Spa 333 Blue Valley Drive between Bangor and Pen Argyl for a Holiday Open House Saturday November 11 from 11-2. Visit them for a little Christmas shopping and some refreshments. There will be vendors on site to help with your gift giving ideas. Raffles will be done throughout the day. They are excited and look forward to seeing you. November 12Holiday Cash Bingo
Holiday Cash Bingo will be held by the Ladies Auxiliary at Washington Township Fire Co. on Route 191 South of Bangor Sunday, November 12. Doors open 11am, games start 12:30pm. Cost is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Kitchen will be open, a jackpot of $500 will be available in addition to door prizes and a tricky tray. For tickets call Shirley Thomas, President 610-863-4603 or 484-541-4659. Ruth Hahn Vice President 610-588-7402, Donna Eberle Secretary 484-298-0192 or Sandy Wambold Tresurer 610-462-5611. Gertrude Hawk Deadline The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold a "Gertrude Hawk" candy fundraiser for Christmas. The deadline for ordering is Sunday, November 12th. Call Diane at 610-588-2397. Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church is collecting filled "Shoeboxes" for Samaritan's Purse "Operation Christmas Child". These shoeboxes are distributed worldwide. The deadline is Sunday, November 12th. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org. Miller Keystone Blood Drive November 12, 7am-11am, Hazle Township Commons, 103 W. 27th St, Hazle Township, Call 800.223.6667 November 14
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. Veterans Assistance Day November 14 Harrisburg -- Senator Mario Scavello (R-40) and the American Legion will be holding a Veterans Assistance Day on November 14 at the senator’s Tannersville district office. This service is offered on the second Tuesday of each month. The district office is located at 2989 Route 611, Suite 103 Tannersville, PA 18372. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a service officer with the American Legion Pennsylvania Department will be on site to assist veterans with issues including: compensation and pension claims, education benefits, enrollment in the VA health care system, burial and survivor benefits, state benefits, and obtaining military personnel and medical records. Veterans do not need to be a member of the American Legion to receive these services. Please contact the Tannersville office to schedule an appointment at 570-620-4326. November 15
Weona Park Master Site Public Meeting
Pen Argyl Borough will host a public meeting on the future development of Weona Park on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Weona Park Community Center, 25 S Main Street, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. The Borough’s consultant, URDC of Bethlehem, PA is assisting the Borough in preparing a new master site development plan for Weona Park and will be conducting the meeting along with the Weona Park Study Committee members. Three draft alternative concept plans showing various ways the park could be developed and what recreational facilities might be included will be displayed for public comment. Like the previous open house meeting, multiple stations will be set up to discuss and collect input from the public. Input from this meeting will be used to assist the Weona Park Study Committee to preparing a final master plan. Please come to discuss the future development of the park at our open house. November 16UMBT Business Owners Meet and Greet
The UMBT Economic Development Committee is hosting a Meet and Greet for business owners November 16, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the Tuscarora Conference Center Lehigh Valley Horse Council Meeting The Lehigh Valley Horse Council will meet Thursday, November 16th at 7:00 pm at New City View Diner, Whitehall, PA. Dr. Brad Scheuch, Quakertown Veterinary Clinic will speak on the topic "Horse's Eyes". LVHC is not responsible for the costs of meals, etc. at this meeting. November 17East Bangor UMC Christmas Bazaar
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Friday, November 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Also, from Monday thru Thursday (14th-16th) from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. there will be a sale of "White Elephants Only". The Bazaar consists of handcrafted Christmas gifts and ornaments, hand-knitted items, estate jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies. Sandwiches and homemade soup will be available all day Friday and Saturday only. A door prize drawing will be held on 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: Owl Power Friday, November 17, 6:30-8:00 PM Owls are well known for their charismatic faces and eerie night time calls. How much do you really know about their amazing powers though? Bring your family along for a craft activity and screening of the PBS Nature Series film Owl Power. The film follows the lives of two Barn Owl chicks and will help us understand the adaptations that make owls the successful hunters that they are! Craft time starts at 6:30 PM and the movie starts promptly at 7:00 PM. Registration is required as supplies and seating are limited. You may preview the film online: http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/owl-power/11628/ November 17 - 21 "Suburbia" to be Staged at NCC Northampton Community College (NCC) will present its production of Suburbia, by Eric Bogosian on November 17 – 21 at the Norman R. Roberts Lab Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Township. The play is about five young underachievers who spend their days and nights wasting their lives away, hanging out in parking lots and occasionally mentioning that they might want to make something of themselves…someday. On this particular night, they are visited by an old high school friend who has escaped their suburban town to become a pop star. Performance days and times are Friday, November 17, Saturday November 18, Monday, November 20 and Tuesday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 19 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. Non-perishable food items and/or monetary donations to the Norman R. Roberts Theatre Scholarship fund would be welcome. Advance reservation is recommended. Call 610-861-5524 or e-mail NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu. November 18
Volunteer Day
Saturday, November 18, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM We hope you can join us for our last and biggest volunteer day of the season! We will be working on our riparian buffer restoration project in Henrys Woods! We need your help to plant shrubs and trees and repair the split rail fence protecting the buffer. Participants should dress for weather and bring work gloves if you have them. Bottled water and lunch will be provided. Participants should meet at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth. 5th Annual Holiday Toy Bingo The 5th Annual Holiday Toy Bingo at Hope United Church of Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap will be held on Saturday, November 18. Doors open at 11:00 am and Bingo starts at 1:00 pm. Tickets - $15.00 in advance or $20 at the door. Prizes include toys and gift cards for all ages. There are 45 chances to win. Refreshments will be available. For more information call Jen at (908) 727-0090 or email hopeucc@hotmail.com. Mission of Love Holiday Dinner Come join Mission of Love on North Main Street, Bangor on Saturday, November 18th from 4pm-7pm, for their annual "Holiday Dinner". This event is FREE for the community! Please join them for turkey and all of the trimmings, desserts and beverages. There will also be some Spanish dishes to add to the mega meal. They also are looking for volunteers to help clean, set up, and serve food at the event. If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please contact Operation: Slate Belt Love. If you attend the event for even can not make it, please feel free to donate a non-perishable food item, as it is always needed to help someone!! PLEASE NOTE: this event is being hosted by Mission of Love. Operation: Slate Belt Love is proud to help support their efforts in making this dinner for the community a success!! Miller Keystone Blood Drive November 18, 9am-1pm, Blue Valley Rescue Squad, 65 N. 8th Street, Bangor, Call 610.984.5711 NCC Open House at Bethlehem Campus Prospective students of all ages are invited to learn about the many fields of study offered at NCC’s largest site, tour the campus, meet faculty members and mingle with current students on Saturday, November 18. Questions will be answered by staff in admissions, financial aid and career services. The tour begins at 10 a.m. in the Arthur L. Scott Spartan Center on the Bethlehem Campus and lasts until 2 p.m.Prospective students, parents, high school dual-enroll students and community members are all welcome. For more information, or to register, go to http://northampton.edu/visit call 610-861-5500. November 19Mt. Bethel Comic Book Show
A comic book show will be held in Mount Bethel on Sunday, November 19, 10am to 4pm, featuring vendors, artists, writers and costume groups. They are looking for crafters with items related to comics, science fiction, steampunk. Mount Bethel Fire Hall, 2341 North Delaware Drive (Hwy. 611). More information, http://www.jerseyshorecomicbookshow.com or 609-242-7756. Bangor Band Boosters Bingo Bangor Slater Band Boosters' Cash Bingo will be held at the Bangor Elks Lodge, 120 Broadway, Bangor, PA, Sunday, November,19,2017. Doors open 2 PM. Games begin at 3 PM. Tickets $40.for 20 games; 50/50; 4 specials. Refreshments available www.bahsbands.weebly.com. November 21
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 21, 11:30am-6:30pm, Palmerton Community West End Fire Company, 855 Princeton Avenue, Palmerton Call 484.274.2080 November 22Hartzell Performing at the Elks
Kara Hartzell will be performing at the Bangor Elks Thanksgiving Eve Wedensday, November 22 from 8-11pm. November 24Pocono Arts Holiday Store
The Pocono Arts Council will host its annual Holiday Store in The ARTSPACE Gallery located at 18 N. 7th Street in Stroudsburg. The popular art gift shop will be open throughout the holiday season, beginning Friday, November 24, 2017 through Friday, January 5, 2018. Participation to sell artwork and handcrafted items is open to all Pocono Arts Council members. Membership is an affordable $39 per year for individuals or $29 for seniors. Member artists who would like to be featured in the Holiday Store must submit an application by the deadline on Friday, November 10, 2017. Space is reserved on a first come, first served basis with payment. The Holiday Store application is available online at www.poconoarts.org under the ARTSPACE Gallery tab/Exhibitions or it may be picked up in the gallery. Artists must arrange to have their art delivered to the gallery and hung/displayed on Monday, November 20 or Tuesday, November 21 from 10AM-3PM. The PoconoArts staff will manage the store 10AM-4PM, Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours handled by volunteers. Fees for participation are:
The Pocono Arts Council is a local arts service organization serving Monroe, Pike, Wayne, Luzerne, and Lackawanna counties. The mission of the council is to build the community artistically and culturally by providing leadership, service and education - “Culture Builds Community.” For further information visit www.poconoarts.org or call 570-476-4460. Miller Keystone Blood Drive November 24, 1:30pm-5:30pm, Hazle Township Commons, 103 W. 27th Street, Hazle Township Call 800.223.6667 November 25
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. November 26Wind 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 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 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. December 2Toys 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 lukehahnfoundation@gmail.com. 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. December 6
Wendy’s fundraiser
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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/ 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. 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. 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. SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
October 26, 2017 Bangor Elks 41 Bangor VFW 15 – Jody Zengulis 13-1, Ryan Kreider 13-1; Jeff Plimpton 7-7 Oxford Fire Co. 39 East Bangor Fire Co. 17 – Matt Becker 13-1, Jeff Lindsay 11-3, John Garrison 11-3; Bill Pascoe 10-4 Rescue Fire Co. 29 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 27 – Mike Vedral 10-4; Tom Ayers 12-2 Bangor Jax 36 Second Ward Fire Co. 20 – Rob Tiburzi 12-2, Eric D’Imperio 10-4 Roseto Legion 39 Liberty Fire Co. 17 – Bob Lambert 13-1, Bob Vargo, Sr. 11-3, Brian Miller 10-4, John Cuvo 10-4 Pen Argyl Legion 37 Columbia Fire Co. 19 – John Albanese 14-0, Brookes Kromer 11-3, Kraig Kuster 10-4; Todd E. Albert 9-5, Brian Palmer 7-7 Hillside Rod & Gun Club 41 O’Neill’s Place 15 – Chuck Klingle 13-1, Brandon Malachowski 11-3, Justin Ott 11-3 2017-2018 SBMQL FIRST HALF STANDINGS Division 1 – Bangor Elks 8-0, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 8-0, Oxford Fire Co. 7-1, Pen Argyl Legion 7-1, Bangor Jax 6-2, Roseto Legion 5-3, O’Neill’s Place 4-4 Division 2 – Bangor VFW 3-5, East Bangor Fire Co. 3-5, Second Ward Fire Co. 3-5, Liberty Fire Co. 1-7, Rescue Fire Co. 1-7, Columbia Fire Co. 0-8, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-8 
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