Frost Advisory for the Slate Belt
A Frost advisory remains in effect from 4 am to 9 am EDT Tuesday. Low temperatures mostly in the lower to mid 30s late tonight into Tuesday morning. Sensitive plants may be killed by frost or freezing temperatures of 30 to 32 degrees.
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FOR SALE.... Wheelchair ... Only Used Once, Like New 18-inch Seat ... $100 OBO... 610-588-1312 
Dr. Stewart Wolf (Jim Gloria) and David "Douse" Williams (Marc Blau) perform during the Slate Belt Heritage Center's Dancing With The Ghosts Thursday night before a standing-room only crowd. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Pen Argyl's Haily McFall goes airborne after colliding Bangor goalie, Morgan Pysher. The Slaters ended regular-season play with a 15-3 and will play Moravian Academy 5pm at Salisbury in the Colonial League playoffs. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Calling all Local Artists
The 4th annual #ArtPopPocono competition is here to shine the spotlight on the talented local artists in Northeastern Pennsylvania by placing their work on available billboards throughout the region.
Local artists in all mediums are invited to submit entries for five available billboards circulating the region in 2018. ArtPop is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that works with local arts councils and media companies to promote local artists and give them a voice, create public street galleries and energize residents’ commutes. Currently, ArtPop is on the streets of 14 cities in 9 states and growing quickly! 205 artists have been featured in the program since 2014. Art + Public Outdoor Project = ArtPop. Local partners for #ArtPopPocono are ArtPop, Adams Outdoor Advertising-Northeast PA, and the Pocono Arts Council. #ArtPopPocono is open to local artists living or working in Monroe, Pike, Wayne, Lackawanna, and Luzerne counties and the Slate Belt area of Northampton County. Artists should send a hi-resolution digital file of the artwork they wish to submit. Both 2-D and 3-D work is acceptable. Five artists will be chosen by the Pocono Arts Council and ArtPop selection committee. A Call for Entry and Entry Submission Guide is available at http://poconoarts.org/pac/wp-content/uploads/ArtPop-2018-Call-for-Entries.pdf. Submission Deadline is December 1, 2017. For further information call 570-476-4460 or email [email protected]. Founded in 1975, the Pocono Arts Council is the oldest and most established local arts service organization in the Pocono region of northeastern Pennsylvania. It serves as a “Chamber of Commerce” or umbrella organization for artists and arts organization in all disciplines, as well as the resident and tourist populations of the area. Its motto, Culture Builds Community, highlights Pocono Art Council’s mission of art service, education and advocacy. The 4th annual #ArtPopPocono competition is here to shine the spotlight on the talented local artists in Northeastern Pennsylvania by placing their work on available billboards throughout the region. Local artists in all mediums are invited to submit entries for five available billboards circulating the region in 2018. ArtPop is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that works with local arts councils and media companies to promote local artists and give them a voice, create public street galleries and energize residents’ commutes. Currently, ArtPop is on the streets of 14 cities in 9 states and growing quickly! 205 artists have been featured in the program since 2014. Art + Public Outdoor Project = ArtPop. Local partners for #ArtPopPocono are ArtPop, Adams Outdoor Advertising-Northeast PA, and the Pocono Arts Council. Bangor Public Library Fundraiser
The Bangor Public Library is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. The sale will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 9:00am-7:00pm Stop by the library to purchase your shopping pass. Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S Main St, Bangor, PA. See Fire Trucks at Bangor Library Tuesday, October 17 the local fire trucks will be in the parking lot of the Bangor Public Library at 10:00. Children of all ages are invited to come to see and explore them. The fire fighters will be present to teach valuable fire safety . Tuesday Trails Tuesday, October 17, 5:30-7:00 PM Join educator Lauren Forster after work for a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Routes and meeting locations will vary each week. Call or email to receive information on where we’re hiking each Tuesday. Meet at flagpole at Visitor Center located at 400 Belfast Rd., Nazareth. Registration not required. Christ ELC Pastie Sale A Pastie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Tuesday, October 17th. Pasties can be picked up between 11am and 1 pm. The cost is $5.50 per beef pastie. Place your order with or without onions. Advance orders are recommended and can be placed until the Sunday prior to sale date. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-588-0809. Medicare Open Enrollment The Medicare Open Enrollment period runs until Saturday, Dec. 2. This Tuesday, Oct. 17, a representative from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging will be in Representative Marcia Hahn's from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to answer your Medicare questions. The office is located at 196 West Moorestown Road, Wind Gap. If next week doesn't fit your schedule, the representative will be in the office every Tuesday during open enrollment from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. . National Friends of the Library Week
October 15th -21st, 2017 October 15th thru the 21st will be “National Friends of the Library Week”. Locally, the Friends of the Bangor Public Library, are a vibrant and industrious group of volunteers. As a means of garnering funds for the library the Friends conduct the following events each year: two “Used Books Sales” one at the Bee Hive the first week in May and at the Blue Valley Farm Show, two “Brunch with the Authors” featuring local literary artists, The Annual Downtown “Duck Race”, “Breakfast with Santa” the first Saturday in December, a Fall “Bake Sale”, and “Wine Tasting” event in November. The Friends also produce a Newsletter four times a year. 100% of the proceeds they raise are given to the Bangor library for operating expenses. This year, the Friends, are also initiating a major project to upgrade the children’s reading section. The Friends meet the 4th Thursday @ 7:00 PM and invite anyone who is interested in joining to attend. Associate members are also accepted to help with the fund raising projects. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. Silent Auction at Blue Mt. Library The Blue Mt. Community Library will be hosting a Silent Auction beginning Monday, October 16 through Saturday, November 18. Various items will be displayed in the Adult Reference Room Area, located on the first floor. Sheets for each item will be attached. Library patrons must place their “Bid” on the sheet, using their membership number. If you are not a member, the volunteer at the desk will assign you one. The winners of the bids for the items will be contacted by phone. These items will make wonderful Christmas gifts. Please consider supporting the library with this fundraiser. The Blue Mt. Community Library is free for all residents of the Pen Argyl Area School District and non-residents may join for a small annual fee. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave. in Pen Argyl. Hours are M-Sa, 10 am-Noon, and M-Th, 6-8 pm. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. 
Bangor's Jacob Almanzar (2) defends during the Knights' 2-1 win. Pen Argyl is headed to the District playoffs with a 11-5-1 record. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor' Cole Bloshuk (28) is about to make a tackle during the Slaters' 47-0 loss to Palisades on the Slaters' senior night in Paul Farnan Field at Bangor Memorial Park. See individual senior photos at our PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Pen Argyl's Kelly O' Brien kick as teammate Emma Greggo (14) makes room and Bangor's Carmela Siminieri (10) defends in a game won in double overtime by the Slaters 1-0 over Pen Argyl on a goal by Kylee Will and an assist from Wilk. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Cub Scout Pack 102 Launches STEM Program
Cub Scout Pack 102 is launching their STEM program on Saturday October 21st, 2017. STEM focuses on the development of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. On October 12, 2017, at Forks of the Delaware District-Minsi Trail Council Roundtable meeting, Cub Master, Tony Zedar gave a presentation about the STEM program. Mr. Zedar encouraged other Packs to start similar programs. Mr. Zedar spoke about the importance of engaging the youth in STEM activities at a young age, to better prepare them for careers ranging from construction to computer programming. The newly re-chartered Pack 102 believes that part of the value of the Scouting Program(s) lies in preparing children to become active, productive members of their community. “Scouting has always used fun activities to teach practical skills,” said Jana Morris Sarnowski, the Committee Chair. “We think the STEM program compliments and enriches the lessons already built into Scouting.” Mr. Zedar, is one of the instructors of the STEM program and describes the STEM program like this, “To me, it’s about getting the kids to think deeper about things that happen in everyday life. Things like, what causes the rain to fall and what impact does throwing garbage out of the car have?” Mr. Rob Sarnowski, another STEM instructor at Pack 102 says “Kids are naturally curious and are great at asking questions. We hope that the STEM program teaches the Scouts not only to ask questions, but we want to give them the tools to think about problems and how to solve them.” The upcoming STEM meeting will teach Scouts about the water conservation. Instruction will center around an activity that demonstrates the water cycle, a brief video and discussion. Future sessions will explore Technology in the form of computers and software, Mathematics and Engineering. Tony Zedar believes that learning should incorporate fun activity (SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS!) and the big goal is not only to have the Scouts ask questions, but start to learn how to apply STEM principles to find the answers. By getting the kids thinking about how the world works, new levels of meaning in classic Scouting activities like the Pinewood Derby are revealed. In addition to being a fun event where the Scouts get to show off their car’s looks and speed, Pack 102 wants to show how things like inertia, aero dynamics and friction affect the outcome of the race. Consistent with their Community building approach, Pack 102 invites members of other cub scout packs to attend the STEM sessions. The sessions provide the Scouts an opportunity to achieve individual Scouting Awards. The STEM program is geared for Wolves through Webelos. The first session is being held Saturday, October 21st, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church. Trinity Lutheran is located at 404 Broadway, Bangor, PA. For more information contact Tony Zedar at 610-462-3818. Hope to see you there! Haunted School House Come visit the Haunted School House at East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company every Friday and Saturday through October 28 from 7pm to 11pm or on October 31 from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets are $10 per person. 1885 Club Accepting Nominations The Bangor Area High School Alumni Association is looking for nominations for induction into the 2018 "1885 Club Hall of Fame." In 1998, the members of the Bangor Area High School Alumni Association began to search for a way to honor graduates who have distinguished themselves through public service, scholarship, and recognition in their chosen fields of work. Discussions naturally led to creating a Hall of Fame for such individuals. Concerned about possible confusion with the Athletic Hall of Fame, however, the committee began to seek ways to create a different type of recognition with its own unique distinction. From this collaboration, "The 1885 Club" was born. Named in honor of the first year in which a class of students graduated from Bangor High School, this exclusive club honors distinguished alumni and holds these individuals as outstanding examples for others to follow. Through the creation of "The 1885 Club" the Alumni Association underscores and upholds the fact that graduates of Bangor Area High School have been making tremendous contributions to mankind for more than 130 years. We reserve a special category for educators and administrators who have served the Bangor Area School District over its long history. To nominate someone for either of these awards, please go to the Bangor Area School District web site, bangorslaters.com, click on the Alumni icon (under Quick Links) and then click on the 1885 Club. There you will find a printable form. The form must be filled out completely for your nominee to be considered. Mail the completed form to the address shown or forward it to Carole J. Hontz at Bangor Area Middle School, 401 Five Points Richmond Road, Bangor, PA 18013-5267. Nominations can also be e mailed to [email protected] October 16 Regular EventsBingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. Progressive Jackpot. 7pm
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Plainfield Township Planning Commission - Municipal Building, 7:00 pm. Bangor School Board Work Session - Slater Conference Room , 7:30 Lower Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets Centerfield Building - 7pm Upper Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets 7:00pm Write Night - Collaborative writer's group. Nazareth Center for the Arts, 7-9pm 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 [email protected].
CLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARMike Dugan to Play at Fab Lab Coffee House
Northampton Community College (NCC)’s Fab Lab Coffee House series will welcome Mike Dugan to the stage on October 23 at 7 p.m. Dugan has been performing for over four decades and is a master guitarist, band leader, and instructor. He has shared the stage with such legends as BB King; Robert Cray; Crosby, Stills, and Nash; Leon Russel, and his personal hero, Les Paul. His albums have received worldwide critical acclaim and his guitar mastery has won him a loyal international following. Tickets are only $15, available online or at the door. Seating is limited. NCC’s Fab Lab is located at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://whennow.com/event/mike-dugan Mt. Eaton Church Fall Festival & Market A Fall Festival & Market will be hosted by Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA on Saturday, October 28 from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Admission is free and there will be something for all ages to enjoy. Highlights include carnival games, face painting, a bake sale, indoor Flea Market and much more. Barbecue and a variety of hot sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts and beverages will be available for purchase. Enjoy lunch at our indoor dining tables or order it “to go”. Rain or shine, all are welcome to play, shop, eat and celebrate fall with friends & family. For more information, feel free to contact our office at 570-992-7050. Slate Belt Heritage Center Seeks Presenters for 2018 The Slate Belt Heritage Center is seeking any individuals who would like to share, in the form of a presentation, any pertinent historical information about the Slate Belt. This could be in the form of a power point or just a discussion. Please call Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661 if you are interested. Upcoming Road Work ROAD NAME: PA 33, Plainfield Township BETWEEN: PA 248 AND Main Street START DATE: 10/17/2017 Est. Completion Date: 10/17/2017 ROAD NAME: Blue Mt. Drive, Plainfield Township BETWEEN: Riverview Drive AND Willow Road START DATE: 10/18/2017 Est. Completion Date: 10/18/2017 ROAD NAME: Kesslersville Road, Bangor Boro BETWEEN: Hunter Road AND Gall Road START DATE: 10/18/2017 Est. Completion Date: 10/18/2017 Entertainment This Week
Basket Bingo
East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company will hold a basket bingo on Friday, November 3rd. For more information, call 610-588-5996. Wine Tasting Party The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold a “Wine Tasting Party” on Friday November 3, 2017 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM, at Tolino’s Winery, Mt. Pleasant Road, Bangor, PA. Five wine tastings, free wine glass, vegetable trays, fruit trays, cheese and crackers, and meat balls will be available as part of the event. Tickets for the tasting are $20.00 and are available at the Bangor Library, 39 South Main Street, Bangor, Pa. Proceeds from the event benefit the library. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer at 484-894-5661. Fall Festival A Fall Festival will be held at East Bangor Park on Saturday, November 4th from 12 noon to 4pm. There will be hay rides, a pie walk, family fun games, a pumpkin toss and food. Plainfield Fire Co. to host Holiday Craft and Vendor Event Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company will be holding their annual holiday craft and vendor event on Saturday, November 4th this from 9 am to 3 pm in Charter's Banquet Facility at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company. Quality artisans, hand crafters, and vendors, as well as many Direct Selling Home Businesses, and local non-profit groups will be setup from 9am to 3pm. The fire company will be serving breakfast and lunch. They will also be hosting the annual raffle for the show. There are several new additions to this year’s show, including a Children’s coloring contest with prizes in three age groups. Santa will arrive at noon! He will visit from 12 pm to 2 pm, and each child will receive a small gift from Santa. Families are encouraged to bring their cameras as this is a FREE photo opportunity for all! No mall lines, no charge for a holiday photo! ALL NEW!!! For the men and boys we have contracted with an Interactive Mobile Shooting Range who will be set up in the parking lot. The 100% Mobile Simulation System with IR Laser & HD projection technology provides an exciting and safe, non lethal shooting environment. This is a one of a kind mobile range, NEW to this area, and we are hoping to get a great turnout for it as well as review of it! The owner is a retired Policeman, and trains Police and Military forces, as well as sportsmen! To check out the site prior to the show, please visit www.xxtremesimsations.com. Vendors and crafters can request an application at [email protected]. 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. Upcoming Events at Slate Belt Heritage Center On Thursday, November, 9, at 7 pm, “In Honor of Old Glory” and a Flag Ceremony will be presented at the Slate Belt Heritage Center. Join Perry Morris and the Boy Scouts for a history of our nation’s flag and the respectful way to use and retire it. “The Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” will be held Sunday, December 10 at 2 pm. Master of Ceremonies, Marc Blau will host a trivia game for teams of four. You can make your own team or just show up and join in another team. There will be prizes for the winners. THIS DAY IN HISTORY - October 16The Long March 1934 The embattled Chinese Communists break through Nationalist enemy lines and begin an epic flight from their encircled headquarters in southwest China. Known as Ch’ang Cheng—the “Long March”—the retreat lasted 368 days and covered 6,000 miles, nearly twice the distance from New York to San Francisco. Civil war in China between the Nationalists and the Communists broke out in 1927. In 1931, Communist leader Mao Zedong was elected chairman of the newly established Soviet Republic of China, based in Kiangsi province in the southwest. Between 1930 and 1934, the Nationalists under Chiang Kai-shek launched a series of five encirclement campaigns against the Soviet Republic. Under the leadership of Mao, the Communists employed guerrilla tactics to resist successfully the first four campaigns, but in the fifth, Chiang raised 700,000 troops and built fortifications around the Communist positions. Hundreds of thousands of peasants were killed or died of starvation in the siege, and Mao was removed as chairman by the Communist Central Committee. The new Communist leadership employed more conventional warfare tactics, and its Red Army was decimated. With defeat imminent, the Communists decided to break out of the encirclement at its weakest points. The Long March began at 5:00 p.m. on October 16, 1934. Secrecy and rear-guard actions confused the Nationalists, and it was several weeks before they realized that the main body of the Red Army had fled. The retreating force initially consisted of 86,000 troops, 15,000 personnel, and 35 women. Weapons and supplies were borne on men’s backs or in horse-drawn carts, and the line of marchers stretched for 50 miles. The Communists generally marched at night, and when the enemy was not near, a long column of torches could be seen snaking over valleys and hills into the distance. REAL ID Grace Period Extended Pennsylvania residents who need REAL ID to access certain federal facilities now have a grace period through Jan. 22, 2018, according to an announcement this week by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This grace period went into effect Oct. 11. PennDOT submitted an extension request to the federal agency in early September and is currently awaiting its response. The enforcement grace period applies only to entrance to federal facilities. There is no enforcement on commercial air travel until Jan. 22, 2018. In the meantime, PennDOT will continue to apply for an extension for commercial air traffic through Oct. 1, 2020. All extensions are at the discretion of the Department of Homeland Security. PennDOT has begun work on the implementation of REAL ID, and estimates REAL ID-compliant driver licenses and identification cards will be available at the customer’s option in March 2019. This will allow ample time for customers who want a REAL ID product to get one before the final DHS effective date of Oct. 1, 2020. Information on REAL ID in Pennsylvania, including frequently asked questions, is available at www.dmv.pa.gov. Free Smoke Detectors for Roseto Residents If you live in Roseto Columbia Fire Company No. 1 wants to give you a free smoke detector. For more information or to receive your free smoke detector, please call 610-588-0597. Members of the Fire Department will deliver them to your home. They will identify where the smoke detectors should be located in your residence and install them for you. In Case You Missed It......
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Our Slate Belt Town Topics Print Edition is now available online and free for everyone. The copy appears perfectly on computer, tablet or smartphone. If you would like a copy e-mailed to you each time we print all you need to do is send your e-mail address to [email protected] We will not sell or distribute copies of your e-mail addresses to anyone. We also hide your email addresses from other people on the list using blind carbon copies. 
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 & Crafters Wanted
Vendors and crafters are wanted for Plainfield Twsp Volunteer Fire CO's holiday event on November 4. Email for applications is [email protected] 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 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 [email protected]. Octoberfest Vendors & Volunteers Needed
Octoberfest at Bangor Park this year will be on Saturday, October 21st and Sunday October 22nd. The park board is currently accepting applications for food and craft vendors only. Volunteers are needed to help in all aspects of the event from collecting tickets at booths, running booths,and helping to set up and clean up the pumpkin displays. For more information the preferred method of contact is by email to Debbie at [email protected] or you can call or text her at 610-751-7692. Bangor Public Library Fundraiser
The Bangor Public Library is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. The sale will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 9:00am-7:00pm Stop by the library to purchase your shopping pass. Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S Main St, Bangor, PA. Bangor Class of 1967 Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Shawnee Inn Resort. Addresses are needed of the following classmates: Susan Dennis, Joseph Duvo, Linda Engler, William Fisher, Harvey Frable, Susan Horn, Kathryn Jewell, Stephen Lamson, Paul Meyers, Carol Sagan, Allison Smith, Roberta Stull, John Sullivan and Mortimer Wells III. Anyone with information can contact: Ken Brewer @ 484-515-3052. 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 ScheduleOctober 23 New Adult Classes Begin 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 Sold Out
The Slate Belt Heritage Center has announced that it has sold out all 500 copies of it’s very popular book: Letters To Homefront:” A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers”. The Center is considering a second printing and would like to know how many more books to order. If you would like to order a copy, please contact the Center at: [email protected], or call the Center @: 610-599-4993. Please leave your name, contact information and number of books you would like. You may also call: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 to re-order. Please DO NOT send money at this time. You will receive a return call when the books are in. Thank you for your continued support of the project. 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 [email protected]. Fishing Rods and Tackle Available When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected].
October 15National Friends of the Library Week
October 15th -21st, 2017 October 15th thru the 21st will be “National Friends of the Library Week”. Locally, the Friends of the Bangor Public Library, are a vibrant and industrious group of volunteers. As a means of garnering funds for the library the Friends conduct the following events each year: two “Used Books Sales” one at the Bee Hive the first week in May and at the Blue Valley Farm Show, two “Brunch with the Authors” featuring local literary artists, The Annual Downtown “Duck Race”, “Breakfast with Santa” the first Saturday in December, a Fall “Bake Sale”, and “Wine Tasting” event in November. The Friends also produce a Newsletter four times a year. 100% of the proceeds they raise are given to the Bangor library for operating expenses. This year, the Friends, are also initiating a major project to upgrade the children’s reading section. The Friends meet the 4th Thursday @ 7:00 PM and invite anyone who is interested in joining to attend. Associate members are also accepted to help with the fund raising projects. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. A representative from the Pennsylvania American Legion will be in my district office this Wednesday, Sept. 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity to have individual questions answered or check out programs that may be available to you. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call the office at (610) 746-2100. My district office is located at 196 West Moorestown Road, Bushkill Township. October 16Silent Auction at Blue Mt. Library
The Blue Mt. Community Library will be hosting a Silent Auction beginning Monday, October 16 through Saturday, November 18. Various items will be displayed in the Adult Reference Room Area, located on the first floor. Sheets for each item will be attached. Library patrons must place their “Bid” on the sheet, using their membership number. If you are not a member, the volunteer at the desk will assign you one. The winners of the bids for the items will be contacted by phone. These items will make wonderful Christmas gifts. Please consider supporting the library with this fundraiser. The Blue Mt. Community Library is free for all residents of the Pen Argyl Area School District and non-residents may join for a small annual fee. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave. in Pen Argyl. Hours are M-Sa, 10 am-Noon, and M-Th, 6-8 pm. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. October 17Bangor Public Library Fundraiser
The Bangor Public Library is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. The sale will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 9:00am-7:00pm Stop by the library to purchase your shopping pass. Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S Main St, Bangor, PA. See Fire Trucks at Bangor Library Tuesday, October 17 the local fire trucks will be in the parking lot of the Bangor Public Library at 10:00. Children of all ages are invited to come to see and explore them. The fire fighters will be present to teach valuable fire safety . Tuesday Trails Tuesday, October 17, 5:30-7:00 PM Join educator Lauren Forster after work for a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Routes and meeting locations will vary each week. Call or email to receive information on where we’re hiking each Tuesday. Meet at flagpole at Visitor Center located at 400 Belfast Rd., Nazareth. Registration not required. Christ ELC Pastie Sale A Pastie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Tuesday, October 17th. Pasties can be picked up between 11am and 1 pm. The cost is $5.50 per beef pastie. Place your order with or without onions. Advance orders are recommended and can be placed until the Sunday prior to sale date. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-588-0809. Medicare Open Enrollment The Medicare Open Enrollment period runs until Saturday, Dec. 2. This Tuesday, Oct. 17, a representative from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging will be in Representative Marcia Hahn's from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to answer your Medicare questions. The office is located at 196 West Moorestown Road, Wind Gap. If next week doesn't fit your schedule, the representative will be in the office every Tuesday during open enrollment from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. . October 19NCC 8th Annual Talking Peace Justice Conference
Talking Peace, a Peace and Justice Conference, is set for October 19 at Northampton Community College. It is the eighth annual Peace and Justice Conference to take place at the College and will focus on 50 years of peace and justice activism in the United States. Events and displays will encourage empathy across cultures and appreciation of the roots of today’s activism from 50 years ago to coincide with NCC’s 50th anniversary. The event will begin in the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall on the Bethlehem Campus at 9:30 – 11 a.m. The Keynote speaker will be announced as the event nears. Last year’s Keynote speaker was anti-racist writer, educator and Nashville, Tennessee native Tim Wise, who was very well received by the college community. For more information, call 610-861-4178. Bangor Elks Halloween Parade The Bangor Elks Halloween Parade will be held on Thursday, October 19th, 2017 at 7:00pm. This year’s theme is “Let’s Go To The Movies”….Your favorite movie character. Parade participants may register at Brays Newsstand, 36 Broadway, Bangor, Heard’s Meat Market, 501 S. Main Street, Bangor or the Bangor Public Library. The sign-up deadline is Saturday, October 14th at 3:00pm. Late signups will be held at the Bee Hive Community Center on Thursday, October 19th at 5:00pm. All participants will meet and line up at the Bee Hive Community Center and Merchants Bank, 191 Branch. Group and float participants will be notified a few days before the parade with their line-up information. Candy may be handed out to the children by walking along side your float or group. Please do not throw candy from your float or car! Prizes will be awarded after the parade at the Elks Lodge on Broadway, Hot dogs and drinks will be served. For more information, please contact Keith Heard, Parade Marshall at 610-588-1195 or 610-588-3183. October 20Family Night: The Wonderful World of Owls
Friday, October 20, 6:30-8:00 PM Learn about the different types of owls and their calls on a two-mile hike after sunset at Jacobsburg. We may even get to hear and see some owls! This program is best for ages five and up. Please come dressed for the weather with sturdy shoes and a flashlight. Registration is required. We will be meeting at a different location than usual; meeting location details will be in the registration confirmation email. 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. Apple Festival at Hope UCC An Apple Festival will be held Friday, October 20 from 4 pm – 7 pm at Hope United Church of Christ 2nd Street, Wind Gap. Featured items include Food, Desserts, Apple Dumplings!! Also enjoy a Cake walk and raffle. Haunted School House Come visit the Haunted School House at East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company every Friday and Saturday through October 28 from 7pm to 11pm or on October 31 from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets are $10 per person. October 21All-You-Can-Eat Ham Dinner
Belfast Wesley UMC 607 School Rd. Nazareth will be having an all-you-can-eat Ham Dinner on Saturday October 21 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm Adults $10.00 children (3-10) $5.00 Under age 3 free. For more information please call Tom 610-751-4400. Fall Harvest and Sawmill Show Fall Harvest and Sawmill Show will be held October 21 and 22. Open 7 to 4 both days, breakfast served 7-10. Church service on the 22nd at 9am. This year's feature tractor is the McCormick Deering. Ice Cream, Cider, Funnel Cakes, Apple Butter, Great Food! Bring the kids to ride on the train! Kids pedal Pull will be on Sunday at 11am. Antique Tractor pull on Saturday at 9AM and Garden Tractor Pull will be on Sunday 10AM, weather permitting. Make sure you stop by the Steam Shed to see the Fairbanks-Morse Diesel Engine! Great music both days. Trivia Night at the Pub Trivia Night is held the first and third Saturday of the month at the Broadway Pub in downtown Bangor. Trivia starts at 9pm and ends at 11pm. $50 First Place Prize!! $20 Second Place. Sauce and Meatball Sale St.Joseph's Episcopal Church, Verona Drive, West Bangor is having a sauce and meatball sale on October 21st. The price is $7.00 a quart. If you would like to place an order, call 610-863-9521 orders must be in by October 15th. Haunted School House Come visit the Haunted School House at East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company every Friday and Saturday through October 28 from 7pm to 11pm or on October 31 from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets are $10 per person. Cub Scout Pack 102 STEM Program Cub Scout Pack 102 will launch their STEM Progam at 9:00 am at Trinity Luthern Church, 404 Broadway, Bangor, PA. For more information, contact Tony Zedar at 610-462-3818. Hope to see you there! October 22Scare Away Cancer Bingo
Scare Away Cancer Bingo will be held at the Plainfield Fire Hall, Sullivan Trail, Wind Gap 1:00pm Sunday, October 22. Doors open at noon. Prepurchased tickets cost $25. Tickets at the door are $30. For tickets call 610-393-1182. Food, baked good options, tricky trays, and doors prizes also available. FMI: Facebook/ArmyandAngels/ October 23Pen Argyl leaf collection begins October 23
Pen Argyl leaf collection will begin October 23, there will be no collection the week of November 20, collection resumes on November 27 and will end December. Please note leaves will not be picked up if they have sticks, acorns or animal feces in the piles. These materials can cause malfunctions with the machinery and become dangerous to our employees. Avoid putting leaves out 2 days before rain or foul weather, especially in the hilly areas of the Borough. During storms leaf piles can clog storm basins and cause water damage to streets and private property. Whenever possible, park away from leaf piles so the workers can maneuver the equipment and clean up more thoroughly. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the scheduling of the leaf pick-up, please call the Public Works Office at 610-863- 9249, leave your name, address and brief message, your call will be return at the earliest possible convenience. Mike Dugan to Play at Fab Lab Coffee House Northampton Community College (NCC)’s Fab Lab Coffee House series will welcome Mike Dugan to the stage on October 23 at 7 p.m. Dugan has been performing for over four decades and is a master guitarist, band leader, and instructor. He has shared the stage with such legends as BB King; Robert Cray; Crosby, Stills, and Nash; Leon Russel, and his personal hero, Les Paul. His albums have received worldwide critical acclaim and his guitar mastery has won him a loyal international following. Tickets are only $15, available online or at the door. Seating is limited. NCC’s Fab Lab is located at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://whennow.com/event/mike-dugan. October 24Slate Belt Rotary Celebrates World Polio Day
Wind Gap, PA– Slate Belt Rotary (Northampton County) will be celebrating World Polio Day Tuesday October 24th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Bangor Heritage Center. Rotary International had a mission to eliminate Polio throughout the world. Along with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation support this mission is almost accomplished. With less than 300 cases worldwide Polio, as a disease, is close to eradication. You are invited to come hear Dr. Clem McGinley discuss polio and its treatment prior to this worldwide effort. For more information and to learn more about this effort visit www.endpolio.org or www.rotary.org Slate Belt Rotary is always looking for new members to join and help us give back to the Slate Belt Communities. Our meetings are every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Scorecard Restaurant in Wind Gap, PA. Come and visit to learn about Rotary. For more information contact Bill Skinner at [email protected] or 570-350-7609. October 26State NAACP Meeting in Allentown
The Allentown Branch of the NAACP is honored to be selected as the host for the 83rd NAACP PA State Convention scheduled for October 26 – 28 at the Renaissance Hotel in Allentown PA. This will be the first time that the convention will be held in the City of Allentown. The NAACP Annual Convention is attended by NAACP members and community stakeholders from across the state of Pennsylvania. For more information on how your organization or can sponsor, purchase tickets or advertise in the convention program book, please contact Craig Cobbs, Program Book Chair via email at: [email protected] Bangor Womens Club GFWC Card Party The Bangor Womens Club GFWC will be holding a card/game party on Thursday Oct 26, 2017 at 11:30 am at Prince of Peace Church, Johnsonsville, PA. Soup and sandwich lunch with homemade cake will be served. $10.00 per person. Door prizes and table prizes. Anyone interested in attending please call Heidi at 610-588-8815. October 27, 28St. John's Rummage and Bake Sale
A rummage and bake sale will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Avenue, Pen Argyl Friday October 27 from 8am - 4pm and Saturday October 28 from 6-2. FMI: Gail at 610-588-7545. Yard Sale Fundraiser A Yard Sale Fundraiser will be held October 27th & 28th, Friday & Saturday, 8 AM - 3 PM at Cross Road Baptist Church 201 South Second Street Bangor, PA 18013. Feature items include: Baked Goods - seasonal items - gifts - furniture. Mention this listing for free coffee Haunted School House Come visit the Haunted School House at East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company every Friday and Saturday through October 28 from 7pm to 11pm or on October 31 from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets are $10 per person. October 28Bangor Class of 1967 Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Shawnee Inn Resort. Addresses are needed of the following classmates: Susan Dennis, Joseph Duvo, Linda Engler, William Fisher, Harvey Frable, Susan Horn, Kathryn Jewell, Stephen Lamson, Paul Meyers, Carol Sagan, Allison Smith, Roberta Stull, John Sullivan and Mortimer Wells III. Anyone with information can contact: Ken Brewer @ 484-515-3052. Market Faire & Rendezvous Saturday, October 28, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Sunday, October 29, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM Jacobsburg Historical Society’s annual Market Faire & Rendezvous is a living history encampment representing many periods of American history, including the Pre-Colonial, Colonial, and Fur Trade Eras. Demonstrations and events include primitive archery, blacksmithing, black powder demos, children’s games, a scavenger hunt, a Market Faire of 18th & 19th century traders, and individual blanket traders. The Early American Craft Education Center, the John Joseph Henry House Museum, the Nicholas Hawk Log Cabin Workshop, and the Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum will all be open to the public during this event. Admission $5.00 with free on-site parking. Children 12 and under, JHS members, active duty military and scouts are free. Registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Jacobsburg Historical Society at 610-759-9029 or [email protected]. Cars and Costumes in LMBT Cars and costumes, hosted by the Lower Mount Bethel Fire Co. will held Saturday October 28 from 11-3 at Jerry Brunetti Field 7701 Martins Creek - Belvidere Highway. Rain or shine. Entertainment by DJ Zazzy. Questions: Tyler Hriczak 484-550-3092 Portland Trick or Treat Portland Trick or Treat will be held Saturday, October 28, 2017 from 4 to 6 PM. Followed by a Costume Contest and free refreshments at: Refiners Fire Ministry, 100 Division Street Portland. Mt. Eaton Church Fall Festival & Market A Fall Festival & Market will be hosted by Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA on Saturday, October 28 from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Admission is free and there will be something for all ages to enjoy. Highlights include carnival games, face painting, a bake sale, indoor Flea Market and much more. Barbecue and a variety of hot sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts and beverages will be available for purchase. Enjoy lunch at our indoor dining tables or order it “to go”. Rain or shine, all are welcome to play, shop, eat and celebrate fall with friends & family. For more information, feel free to contact our office at 570-992-7050. . October 29Wine and Woof Fundraiser
The Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Group/Bangor Pup Park invite you to join the in the pavillion at the beautiful Sorrenti's Cherry Valley Vineyard in Saylorsburg October 29 from 1 - 5pm for a fun-filled Fall afternoon of wine and a great raffle. This event includes a souvenir wine glass; tasting of six wines; a grape, cheese and cracker platter and hor d'oevres. Tickets are $21.20 including tax and will be available soon via the Sorrenti's website. Proceeds benefit Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Group/Bangor Pup Park Posse. Super Saturday in Bangor The Bangor Fire Department will present “Super Saturday” on October 29, 2017 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM in honor of Fire Prevention Month. The event will be held at the Slate Belt Heritage Center, 30 North 1st Street, Bangor and will feature Fire Safety Information for all ages and Halloween Treats. Bangor’s 1922 Brockway Fire Truck will be on display for photos. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661 Boomer's Angels Meet & Greet Boomer's Angels will be at Pet Supplies Plus in Stroudsburg Sunday, October 29th from 11 am - 2 pm, to meet some of the beautiful, loving animals that Boomer’s Angels (BAARC) have for adoption! Their adoptions must be pre-approved so why not fill out and application in advance. Visit them on Facebook for an application. If you’re not ready to adopt, why not try fostering? Foster homes are desperately needed so they can continue to save lives! They provide you with everything a foster parent will need. You supply the love and a safe home until they are adopted. Boomer’s Angels is in need of volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, etc. Boomer’s Angels Animal Rescue & Care was formed to give as many homeless and downtrodden animals the brightest future possible. Be an Angel for a homeless pet! Email [email protected] or visit us on Facebook. October 31
Haunted School House Come visit the Haunted School House at East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company every Friday and Saturday through October 28 from 7pm to 11pm or on October 31 from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets are $10 per person. November 1Celtic Cultural Alliance Ogham Art Class
The Celtic Cultural Alliance (CCA) has announced an Ogham Art Class on November 1, 2017, at the Cathedral Church of the Nativity, 321 Wyandotte St, Bethlehem PA 18015. Members of the audience will enjoy a fun night of learning about Ogham alphabet, which was used to represent the Primitive Irish language using a series of perpendicular and intersecting lines, written vertically, and read from bottom to top. After that, the audience will create and take home your own painting. This is suitable for ages 16 and up. The cost of the class is $30, which includes materials’ fees. Instructor Nancy Lewis is a talented artist who continually inspires as students as an art teacher at Liberty High School. A graduate of Kutztown University, she enjoys ceramics, watercolor and pen and ink. She resides in Bethlehem along with her husband, George, and their children. For more information, please visit http://www.celticfest.org/ogham_art_class or contact Marcie Mulligan at [email protected] or 610-868-9599. For more information on other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org. November 2Professor Raising Money For Puerto Rico
Dr. Javier Ávila, author, poet, and professor of English at Northampton Community College, will present his acclaimed one man show, The Trouble with My Name, on Thursday, November 2, at 7:30 p.m. in Baker Hall, Zoellner Arts Center. Admission is free, but monetary donations and supplies to help rebuild Puerto Rico after the devastation caused by Hurricane María will be accepted. Ávila was named the 2015 PA Professor of the Year, the first Latino to ever receive the award. Ávila’s performance is part of Zoellner’s innovative Notations series, which includes conversations with highly-respected representatives from a variety of literary genres. The Trouble with My Name is a high-octane, hilarious one-man show. The Trouble with My Name examines the issues of language, race and social justice in an eye-opening performance where Ávila engages the audience as he tells the story of his life and reads poetry that illustrates what it means to be the American of the future. His show embraces the diversity of a nation whose history is rich and colorful. His message transcends boundaries of race, ethnicity and geography. Ávila, a renowned poet and novelist, achieved international recognition when his bestselling novel "Different" became an award-winning motion picture, "Miente," which was screened in over a dozen countries. Suggested donations include: first aid kits, LED candles, garbage bags, flashlights, portable radios, batteries, can openers, canned foods and milk, baby food, baby formula, soap, baby wipes, diapers, water filtration bottles, bug repellent, feminine hygiene products, antibiotic ointment, aspirin, and solar light bulbs. The Notations Series is presented by the Lehigh University Creative Writing Program, Visiting Lecturers Committee and Zoellner Arts Center with support from an Anonymous Donor. November 3
Wine Tasting Party The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold a “Wine Tasting Party” on Friday November 3, 2017 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM, at Tolino’s Winery, Mt. Pleasant Road, Bangor, PA. Five wine tastings, free wine glass, vegetable trays, fruit trays, cheese and crackers, and meat balls will be available as part of the event. Tickets for the tasting are $20.00 and are available at the Bangor Library, 39 South Main Street, Bangor, Pa. Proceeds from the event benefit the library. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer at 484-894-5661. Basket Bingo East Bangor Volunteer Fire Company will hold a basket bingo on Friday, November 3rd. For more information, call 610-588-5996. November 4NCC to Hold Youth Chess Tournament at NCC
Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its annual Youth Chess Championship, for children ages 18 and under, on Saturday, November 4, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at College Center, second floor. The College is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Participants will play five rounds in unrated and rated sections. Trophies and prizes will be awarded as well as random prize drawings. Registration is $39 at the door. Advance registration, before November 2, is $34. For more information, go to http.www.northampton.edu/youth or call 610-861-4120. Upper Mount Bethel Fall Festival Upper Mount Bethel Township will be hosting its First Fall Festival November 4th, 2017 with a fun-filled kids’ day and fundraiser for the recent Hurricane Victims and Bloom Bangor! All are welcome to attend! On Saturday, November 4th, 2017 Upper Mount Bethel Township will be hosting its first Fall Festival from 1-5 pm at the Chelsea Sun Inn, 487 Stone Church Drive in Mount Bethel. There will be pumpkin picking and painting, a petting zoo, face painting, hay rides, music, a 50/50 raffle and a Tricky Tray. Tickets will be sold at the event for these features as well as refreshments and food! A FREE Touch-a-Truck exhibit sponsored by Upper Mount Bethel Township will be on-site and will include road crew vehicles, local fire trucks and other vehicles. All proceeds from the event will be shared equally between two local non-profits, Nick Russo’s American Way Disaster Relief and Bloom Bangor. American Way Disaster Relief brings essential supplies to victims of natural disaster, specifically those harmed by the recent hurricanes. Bloom Bangor is a two-year residential recovery program for survivors of addiction, trauma and human trafficking. We will also collect non-perishable food items for PUMP, the Portland Upper Mount Bethel Food Pantry. If you would like to donate items for this event, please contact Amber Foley at (570) 688-7292. You can drop them off or we can pick them up. Let’s show how much Upper Mount Bethel cares! Belfast Wesley Rummage/Bake Sale Belfast Wesley United Methodist Church 607 School Road Nazareth, Pa. will hold their annual Autumn Rummage/Bake Sale on Saturday November 4th , 2017 from 8:00am to 12:00pm. Something for everyone! Please come out and join them! For more information please call Teddy at 1-908-235-8811 Plainfield Fire Co. to host Holiday Craft and Vendor Event Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company will hold their annual holiday craft and vendor event on Saturday, November 4th this from 9 am to 3 pm in Charter's Banquet Facility at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company. Quality artisans, hand crafters, and vendors, as well as many Direct Selling Home Businesses, and local non-profit groups will be setup from 9am to 3pm. The fire company will be serving breakfast and lunch. They will also be hosting the annual raffle for the show. There are several new additions to this year’s show, including a Children’s coloring contest with prizes in three age groups. Santa will arrive at noon! He will visit from 12 pm to 2 pm, and each child will receive a small gift from Santa. Families are encouraged to bring their cameras as this is a FREE photo opportunity for all! No mall lines, no charge for a holiday photo! ALL NEW!!! For the men and boys we have contracted with an Interactive Mobile Shooting Range who will be set up in the parking lot. The 100% Mobile Simulation System with IR Laser & HD projection technology provides an exciting and safe, non lethal shooting environment. This is a one of a kind mobile range, NEW to this area, and we are hoping to get a great turnout for it as well as review of it! The owner is a retired Policeman, and trains Police and Military forces, as well as sportsmen! To check out the site prior to the show, please visit www.xxtremesimsations.com. Vendors and crafters can request an application at [email protected]. Owl Banding at Jacobsburg Saturday, November 4, 7:00-10:00 PM Join naturalist and experienced owl bander Darryl Speicher as he sets up mist nets in the park in an attempt to catch and band small owls. Participants should dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Registration is required. November 6
DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available
When: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM-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 [email protected]. Fishing Rods and Tackle Available When: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM-2:30 PM Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected]. 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 vye 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. 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. 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 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. 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 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. November 26Wind Gap Christmas Celebration
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Pen Argyl - October 2017
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SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
September 14, 2017
Bangor Elks 49 Second Ward Fire Co. 9 – Chad Kreider 13-1, Jody Zengulis 13-1, A.J. Gilliland 12-2
Oxford Fire Co. 52 Columbia Fire Co. 4 – Wayne Sayler 14-0, Gary Fagan 14-0
Pen Argyl Legion 33 Bangor Jax 23 – Kraig Kuster 10-4, Todd Lakey 9-5; John Saltern 7-7
Roseto Legion 35 Rescue Fire Co. 21
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 46 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 10 – John Hartzell 13-1, Derek Wynne 12-2, Dave Flick 12-2
O’Neill’s Place 32 East Bangor Fire Co. 24 – Andy Conroy 11-3, Justin Wagner 10-4; Kyle Frankenfield 10-4
Liberty Fire Co. 29 Bangor VFW 27 – Evan Senay 11-3, John “Packy” Roberts 10-4; Nick LaBar 10-4
2017-2018 SBMQL FIRST HALF STANDINGS
Division 1 – Bangor Elks 2-0, Oxford Fire Co. 2-0, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 2-0, Pen Argyl Legion 2-0, Roseto Legion 2-0, Bangor Jax 1-1, O’Neill’s Place 1-1
Division 2 – Liberty Fire Co. 1-1, Bangor VFW 1-1, East Bangor Fire Co. 0-2, Second Ward Fire Co. 0-2, Rescue Fire Co. 0-2, Columbia Fire Co. 0-2, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-2
September 7, 2017
Bangor Elks 40 O’Neill’s Place 16 – Wayne Hill 11-3, A.J. Gilliland 9-5, Dave Giaquinto 9-5
Bangor Jax 32 East Bangor Fire Co. 24 – Jeff Kluska 12-2, Mike Shafer 12-2
Oxford Fire Co. 37 Rescue Fire Co. 19 – Gary Fagan 13-1, Wayne Sayler 11-3
Roseto Legion 45 Columbia Fire Co. 11 – Woody Ivins 14-0, George Wilgus 13-1
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 43 Second Ward Fire Co. 13 – Adam Kluska 13-1, Phil Ascani 10-4, Brandon Malachowski 10-4
Bangor VFW 35 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 21 – Ryan Comunale 11-3; Larry Mucklin 9-5
Pen Argyl Legion 36 Liberty Fire Co. 20 – Brookes Kromer 14-0, Steve Pfeiffer 11-3; Buck Miller 10-4
September 14, 2017
Bangor Elks 49 Second Ward Fire Co. 9 – Chad Kreider 13-1, Jody Zengulis 13-1, A.J. Gilliland 12-2
Oxford Fire Co. 52 Columbia Fire Co. 4 – Wayne Sayler 14-0, Gary Fagan 14-0
Pen Argyl Legion 33 Bangor Jax 23 – Kraig Kuster 10-4, Todd Lakey 9-5; John Saltern 7-7
Roseto Legion 35 Rescue Fire Co. 21
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 46 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 10 – John Hartzell 13-1, Derek Wynne 12-2, Dave Flick 12-2
O’Neill’s Place 32 East Bangor Fire Co. 24 – Andy Conroy 11-3, Justin Wagner 10-4; Kyle Frankenfield 10-4
Liberty Fire Co. 29 Bangor VFW 27 – Evan Senay 11-3, John “Packy” Roberts 10-4; Nick LaBar 10-4
2017-2018 SBMQL FIRST HALF STANDINGS
Division 1 – Bangor Elks 2-0, Oxford Fire Co. 2-0, Hillside Rod & Gun Club 2-0, Pen Argyl Legion 2-0, Roseto Legion 2-0, Bangor Jax 1-1, O’Neill’s Place 1-1
Division 2 – Liberty Fire Co. 1-1, Bangor VFW 1-1, East Bangor Fire Co. 0-2, Second Ward Fire Co. 0-2, Rescue Fire Co. 0-2, Columbia Fire Co. 0-2, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-2
September 7, 2017
Bangor Elks 40 O’Neill’s Place 16 – Wayne Hill 11-3, A.J. Gilliland 9-5, Dave Giaquinto 9-5
Bangor Jax 32 East Bangor Fire Co. 24 – Jeff Kluska 12-2, Mike Shafer 12-2
Oxford Fire Co. 37 Rescue Fire Co. 19 – Gary Fagan 13-1, Wayne Sayler 11-3
Roseto Legion 45 Columbia Fire Co. 11 – Woody Ivins 14-0, George Wilgus 13-1
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 43 Second Ward Fire Co. 13 – Adam Kluska 13-1, Phil Ascani 10-4, Brandon Malachowski 10-4
Bangor VFW 35 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 21 – Ryan Comunale 11-3; Larry Mucklin 9-5
Pen Argyl Legion 36 Liberty Fire Co. 20 – Brookes Kromer 14-0, Steve Pfeiffer 11-3; Buck Miller 10-4