SLATE BELT WEATHER JUNE 9TODAY - Sunny, with a high near 70. Northwest wind 8 to 14 mph. TONIGHT - Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. West wind 6 to 13 mph. Slate Belt Regional P.D. Seeks Info SBRPD is investigating a report of a suspicious occurrence that happened at approximately 7:00am on 6/8/2016 in the area of Center St and Roosevelt St in Wind Gap Borough. While a female student was walking to the bus stop, a Brown Mini-Van occupied by 3 males (no further description at this time) stopped in the area of the female and one of the males began exiting the sliding door of the van. The mother, who was watching from nearby, screamed and the vehicle fled the area in an unknown direction. The male did not say anything to the female. The van was described as brown, with Red and Green on it.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Slate Belt Regional Police at 610-759-8517. Bangor Softball Playoff Info The Bangor softball team will play Lampeter-Strasburg from the Lancaster area in a state quarterfinal game 6:00pm Thursday at Lyons Field just south of Kutztown. If you are using a GPS, type in 110 Park Avenue, Kutztown, PA or Lyons, PA. One possible route to take is Route 78 to Rt 222 south. Continue on 222 until you reach Kutztown. There you will need to go into Kutztown rather than take the Kutztown bypass. Continue for about a half mile or so to the intersection of Noble Street. Turn left on Noble and continue past Renninger's Auction to Lyons. There Noble become North Main Street and eventually South Main Street. South Main dead ends at Park avenue near the field. Pen Argyl High held its 2016 graduation at Wind Gap Middle School Tuesday night. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography
Bangor High School held graduation Monday night at the school. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photos Jennifer Trinkley
Bangor's Ally Shook swings at a pitch during Bangor's 10-2 win over Jersey Shore. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
There was much to see and do at the LWH benefit show held Saturday at Weona Park in Pen Argyl. (Another photo below) PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennfer Trinkley Photography
Growing Up in the Butcher Shop
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There was much to see and do at the LWH benefit show held Saturday at Weona Park in Pen Argyl. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jennfer Trinkley Photography
East Bangor Strawberry Festival The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will host a "Strawberry Festival" on Friday, June 10th from 4:00 p.m. until ???? It will be held at the Blaine Reimel Memorial Park on Park Rd. in East Bangor (rain or shine). Lots of good food and "Jacktown" ice cream will be available. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit www.ebumc.org.
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Workplace Safety One Day Class at NCC
Northampton Community College (NCC) is offering a one-day Safety Pack Training program on Thursday, June 9, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the College’s Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
This new program will provide workplace safety information to make OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) compliance easier. The format will present three topics, Introduction to OSHA, HazCom Standard, and Introduction to Job Safety Analysis in two-hour blocks.
The fee is $100. For questions, call 610-332-6596. To enroll, visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn.
This new program will provide workplace safety information to make OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) compliance easier. The format will present three topics, Introduction to OSHA, HazCom Standard, and Introduction to Job Safety Analysis in two-hour blocks.
The fee is $100. For questions, call 610-332-6596. To enroll, visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn.
June 9
Bingo - Mt. Bethel Fire Co., 6:45
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
Story Time - Preschool children. Blue Mt. Community Library, Pen Argyl, 10:30am
Stockertown Rod & Gun Club Meeting - Club House, 7:30pm
Richmond Lions Club - Trinity Lutheran, Bangor, 7pm
Slate Belt Rotary - Scorecard, Wind Gap, 6-7pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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
Story Time - Preschool children. Blue Mt. Community Library, Pen Argyl, 10:30am
Stockertown Rod & Gun Club Meeting - Club House, 7:30pm
Richmond Lions Club - Trinity Lutheran, Bangor, 7pm
Slate Belt Rotary - Scorecard, Wind Gap, 6-7pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
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Can You Believe It?
Long Island Police Looking for Owner of 12 Foot Wooden Giraffe
EAST HAMPTON, N.Y., (UPI) -- Police in New York are trying to find the owner of a 12-foot wooden giraffe found chained to a tree at the entrance to a nature trail. The East Hampton Village Police said a pair of village workers discovered the wooden giraffe Wednesday morning with its legs duct taped to the ground and its torso chained to a tree at the entrance of the East Hampton Village Nature Trail.
"We were doing our morning patrol, we came around the corner and there was the giraffe standing in the nature trail. That's something you don't see every day," village employee Mike Bouker told News 12 Long Island.
East Hampton Village Police Chief Gerard Larsen said there haven't been any reports of wooden giraffes going missing in the area. Investigators are looking into whether the giraffe was related to a senior class prank at a local high school.
"It's obviously stolen, but we don't know from where," Larsen told the East Hampton Star. "We're looking into it."
The giraffe statue is being kept at the East Hampton Village Highway Department impound lot, as it's too large for the village police department's impound lot.
"We were doing our morning patrol, we came around the corner and there was the giraffe standing in the nature trail. That's something you don't see every day," village employee Mike Bouker told News 12 Long Island.
East Hampton Village Police Chief Gerard Larsen said there haven't been any reports of wooden giraffes going missing in the area. Investigators are looking into whether the giraffe was related to a senior class prank at a local high school.
"It's obviously stolen, but we don't know from where," Larsen told the East Hampton Star. "We're looking into it."
The giraffe statue is being kept at the East Hampton Village Highway Department impound lot, as it's too large for the village police department's impound lot.
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Senior Safety...
Simple Ways to Stay Safe This Summer
(BPT) - June is National Safety Month - an appropriate time to assess your personal safety and plan ahead for emergencies. This is especially important for those living on their own and looking for ways to maintain their independence. A few simple tips and safety measures will help give peace of mind that you've taken necessary precautions to prepare for unexpected incidents.
Safe-proof your home
Heightening your safety starts with making sure living spaces are secure. Proper lighting in all rooms and walkways is essential. Remove any tripping hazards such as rugs, clutter and cords. Staircases, steps and bathtubs should have non-slip surfaces, and every floor needs functioning smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.
For many, friends and family don't live close by, so it's a good idea to form a relationship with your neighbors so you can rely on them for quick help in times of need. Be sure to exchange phone numbers, and if you're comfortable, spare keys.
Live with a lifeline
Having a cell phone as your lifeline in case of an emergency is a good idea. Consider TracFone, which has a variety of phones and airtime service plan options that can fit your lifestyle and help you save. Check out new devices like the TracFone LG Rebel LTE and ZTE Citrine that offer easy-to-navigate screen displays so you can easily reach loved ones and emergency services at the tap of a finger.
TracFone now offers a new 30-day smartphone-only plan with talk, text and data for just $15 a month on the largest 4G LTE networks. And, with reliable nationwide coverage, you can be assured calls won't drop in an emergency situation. Visit www.TracFoneSwitch.com to learn more about affordable, no-contract plans.
Feel good about first aid
Even a basic understanding of first aid can go a long way. Seniors living alone should consider taking a course to familiarize themselves with the essential know-hows in the event they get injured or hurt.
In addition, label and keep all prescription bottles in one location. Using color-coded rings and weekly pill organizers reduces confusion about appropriate dosages for various medications. In the case of any emergency, have the poison control number posted and saved on your speed dial.
Cruise confidently
It's a simple tip, but an important one: always wear your seat belt and make sure your passengers do, too. Pack an emergency roadside kit with a cell phone and car charger, first aid, flares, jumper cables, basic repair tools and a blanket. Stay alert while driving and avoid risky behaviors like distracted driving or speeding.
These simple safety tips will help you prepare for unanticipated emergency situations, not only during National Safety Month but all year long. Taking control of your safety and security will give you and your family peace of mind to enjoy all the fun life has to offer with less stress and worry.
Safe-proof your home
Heightening your safety starts with making sure living spaces are secure. Proper lighting in all rooms and walkways is essential. Remove any tripping hazards such as rugs, clutter and cords. Staircases, steps and bathtubs should have non-slip surfaces, and every floor needs functioning smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.
For many, friends and family don't live close by, so it's a good idea to form a relationship with your neighbors so you can rely on them for quick help in times of need. Be sure to exchange phone numbers, and if you're comfortable, spare keys.
Live with a lifeline
Having a cell phone as your lifeline in case of an emergency is a good idea. Consider TracFone, which has a variety of phones and airtime service plan options that can fit your lifestyle and help you save. Check out new devices like the TracFone LG Rebel LTE and ZTE Citrine that offer easy-to-navigate screen displays so you can easily reach loved ones and emergency services at the tap of a finger.
TracFone now offers a new 30-day smartphone-only plan with talk, text and data for just $15 a month on the largest 4G LTE networks. And, with reliable nationwide coverage, you can be assured calls won't drop in an emergency situation. Visit www.TracFoneSwitch.com to learn more about affordable, no-contract plans.
Feel good about first aid
Even a basic understanding of first aid can go a long way. Seniors living alone should consider taking a course to familiarize themselves with the essential know-hows in the event they get injured or hurt.
In addition, label and keep all prescription bottles in one location. Using color-coded rings and weekly pill organizers reduces confusion about appropriate dosages for various medications. In the case of any emergency, have the poison control number posted and saved on your speed dial.
Cruise confidently
It's a simple tip, but an important one: always wear your seat belt and make sure your passengers do, too. Pack an emergency roadside kit with a cell phone and car charger, first aid, flares, jumper cables, basic repair tools and a blanket. Stay alert while driving and avoid risky behaviors like distracted driving or speeding.
These simple safety tips will help you prepare for unanticipated emergency situations, not only during National Safety Month but all year long. Taking control of your safety and security will give you and your family peace of mind to enjoy all the fun life has to offer with less stress and worry.
June 9, 1898 - The British signed a 99-year lease for Hong Kong, located on the southeastern coast of China. Hong Kong, consisting of an area measuring 400 square miles, was administered as a British Crown Colony until July 1, 1997, when its sovereignty reverted to the People's Republic of China.
Birthday - Composer and lyricist Cole Porter (1893-1964) was born in Peru, Indiana. He published his first song The Bobolink Waltz at the age of ten. His Broadway career was launched in 1928 when five of his songs were used in the musical play Let's Do It. |
Finance.....
Millennials, Protect Your Financial Future
(BPT) - More than 100 million working Americans have no disability coverage other than Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Millennials - now the largest part of the workforce - may be most at risk. Millennials are least likely to have disability coverage offered through their employers or private insurance providers, and most don't understand long-term disability insurance, according to a recent insurance industry study.
However, one in four 20-year-olds will become disabled before they retire, as noted by the Council for Disability Awareness. This is a reality many boomers are experiencing firsthand. Nearly 75 percent of all individuals receiving SSDI benefits today are between the ages of 50 and full retirement age, according to the Social Security Administration.
Life perspectives can be different for millennials, born in the early 1980s to early 1990s, when compared to boomers, born in the 1940s to early 1960s. But there are several practical steps that millennials can take to ensure they are prepared should they experience a disability, says Tricia Blazier, personal health and financial planning director for Allsup.
Understand SSDI eligibility.
Not everyone is eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. As the name implies, it's insurance and individuals must have worked and paid into Social Security through payroll taxes for five of the last 10 years in order to qualify.
They must also have been disabled before reaching full retirement age, which is 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later. Finally, they must meet Social Security's definition of disability, which means they aren't able to work because of a mental or physical disability that has or is expected to last for at least 12 months, or to result in death.
Know the benefits of SSDI.
Eligible workers last year received an average monthly SSDI income of $1,166. More than half of beneficiaries receive monthly benefits in the range of $700 to $1,400. SSDI income does not replace a full-time wage, but it's an important safety net for the more than 10 million workers and their dependents who rely on it, says Blazier. She added that dependents and spouses may be eligible for additional income benefits averaging a few hundred dollars a month.
She also notes SSDI includes additional support. For example, individuals become eligible for Medicare 24 months after their cash SSDI benefits begin.
Particularly important for younger workers, return-to-work incentives are also available to SSDI recipients. These incentives allow individuals to attempt work through the Ticket to Work program, while still providing disability benefits for a period of time. SSDI also includes provisions to protect a person's future retirement benefits.
Apply for and secure help getting SSDI benefits as soon as possible.
The SSDI application process can be confusing and frustrating. Most people who apply are initially denied. Those who appeal face a national backlog of more than 1 million claims.
"Getting expert help at the very beginning of the SSDI application process increases a person's chance of being awarded at the application level," explains Blazier. "They will have their benefits faster than the months or years many people must wait if they have to appeal."
Participate in employer-provided long-term disability coverage if available.
Some employees are eligible for employer-provided or subsidized long-term disability coverage. Many of these policies have provisions that require individuals to also seek SSDI, Blazier notes. Therefore, even if employees have private coverage, it's important they understand their SSDI eligibility requirements and benefits.
For more information on SSDI eligibility and benefits, call the Allsup Disability Evaluation Center at (800) 678-3276 or visit Expert.Allsup.com.
However, one in four 20-year-olds will become disabled before they retire, as noted by the Council for Disability Awareness. This is a reality many boomers are experiencing firsthand. Nearly 75 percent of all individuals receiving SSDI benefits today are between the ages of 50 and full retirement age, according to the Social Security Administration.
Life perspectives can be different for millennials, born in the early 1980s to early 1990s, when compared to boomers, born in the 1940s to early 1960s. But there are several practical steps that millennials can take to ensure they are prepared should they experience a disability, says Tricia Blazier, personal health and financial planning director for Allsup.
Understand SSDI eligibility.
Not everyone is eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. As the name implies, it's insurance and individuals must have worked and paid into Social Security through payroll taxes for five of the last 10 years in order to qualify.
They must also have been disabled before reaching full retirement age, which is 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later. Finally, they must meet Social Security's definition of disability, which means they aren't able to work because of a mental or physical disability that has or is expected to last for at least 12 months, or to result in death.
Know the benefits of SSDI.
Eligible workers last year received an average monthly SSDI income of $1,166. More than half of beneficiaries receive monthly benefits in the range of $700 to $1,400. SSDI income does not replace a full-time wage, but it's an important safety net for the more than 10 million workers and their dependents who rely on it, says Blazier. She added that dependents and spouses may be eligible for additional income benefits averaging a few hundred dollars a month.
She also notes SSDI includes additional support. For example, individuals become eligible for Medicare 24 months after their cash SSDI benefits begin.
Particularly important for younger workers, return-to-work incentives are also available to SSDI recipients. These incentives allow individuals to attempt work through the Ticket to Work program, while still providing disability benefits for a period of time. SSDI also includes provisions to protect a person's future retirement benefits.
Apply for and secure help getting SSDI benefits as soon as possible.
The SSDI application process can be confusing and frustrating. Most people who apply are initially denied. Those who appeal face a national backlog of more than 1 million claims.
"Getting expert help at the very beginning of the SSDI application process increases a person's chance of being awarded at the application level," explains Blazier. "They will have their benefits faster than the months or years many people must wait if they have to appeal."
Participate in employer-provided long-term disability coverage if available.
Some employees are eligible for employer-provided or subsidized long-term disability coverage. Many of these policies have provisions that require individuals to also seek SSDI, Blazier notes. Therefore, even if employees have private coverage, it's important they understand their SSDI eligibility requirements and benefits.
For more information on SSDI eligibility and benefits, call the Allsup Disability Evaluation Center at (800) 678-3276 or visit Expert.Allsup.com.
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF JUNE 6
DELABOLE ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP)
Between Between O.W. Road and Timberline Drive will experience delays and single lane restriction with stop signs 24 hours each day until further notice.
RICHMOND ROAD (LOWER MT. BETHEL)
Between Ott Drive and Miller Road will experience delays and single lane restriction 24 hours each day until further notice.
VIADUCT (BANGOR)
Between South Main St and Route 191 west lane closed into 2016. Follow detour. East lane (Rt 191 to S. Main) is open.
GRAND CENTRAL ROAD
Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice.
ROUTE 5112 (WIND GAP TO BANGOR)
Repairs and Upgrades Through August possibly 24 hours per day. Beware of rough surfaces.
FRANKLIN STREET (WASHINGTON TWP)
Between West Bangor Road AND PA 512 expect delays and lane restriction June 10 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
ROUTE 191 (PLAINFIELD TWP)
Between Pen Argyl Road AND Mill Road expect delays and lane restriction June 6 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
SULLIVAN TRAIL (PLAINFIELD TWP)
Between Kromer Road AND Abel Colony Road expect delays and lane restriction June 8 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
SULLIVAN TRAIL (PLAINFIELD TWP)
Between Getz Road AND Batch Switch Road expect delays and lane restriction June 7 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
WEST BANGOR ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP)
Between Church Road AND Diamond Street expect delays and lane restriction June 9 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
Between Between O.W. Road and Timberline Drive will experience delays and single lane restriction with stop signs 24 hours each day until further notice.
RICHMOND ROAD (LOWER MT. BETHEL)
Between Ott Drive and Miller Road will experience delays and single lane restriction 24 hours each day until further notice.
VIADUCT (BANGOR)
Between South Main St and Route 191 west lane closed into 2016. Follow detour. East lane (Rt 191 to S. Main) is open.
GRAND CENTRAL ROAD
Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice.
ROUTE 5112 (WIND GAP TO BANGOR)
Repairs and Upgrades Through August possibly 24 hours per day. Beware of rough surfaces.
FRANKLIN STREET (WASHINGTON TWP)
Between West Bangor Road AND PA 512 expect delays and lane restriction June 10 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
ROUTE 191 (PLAINFIELD TWP)
Between Pen Argyl Road AND Mill Road expect delays and lane restriction June 6 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
SULLIVAN TRAIL (PLAINFIELD TWP)
Between Kromer Road AND Abel Colony Road expect delays and lane restriction June 8 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
SULLIVAN TRAIL (PLAINFIELD TWP)
Between Getz Road AND Batch Switch Road expect delays and lane restriction June 7 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
WEST BANGOR ROAD (WASHINGTON TWP)
Between Church Road AND Diamond Street expect delays and lane restriction June 9 from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
This Week at Bloom
Open Studio Hours: Wednesday 11AM-5PM, Friday 11AM-5PM, Saturday 11AM-4PM (Open Studio is $8 plus materials) (610) 588-4775 or [email protected] 32 Broadway, Bangor PA
Wednesdays they are also having a preschool event from 3:30-4:15, please call to reserve your spot.
JUN 9, 6:00 PMColored Pencils with Jeffrey Green Join us for another colored pencil workshop. Spend 2 hours in our studio with gifted artist Jeffrey Green. All supplies are provided for $20 per person. Register online today to reserve your spot here.
JUN 10, 6:00 PMNorthern Lights with Karin Come paint This Northern Lights picture with Karin. $35 includes 2.5 hours of guided instruction acrylics on a 16 X 20" canvas and all your supplies. You can save money by getting our 2Fer deal- 2 paintings for $50 or our 4Fer deal- 4 paintings for $90 but these offers are first come first serve. Please reserve your spot online.
JUN 11, 12:00 PM Shoot for the Moon with Kal This is a great opportunity for the kids to come out and paint a cool picture. Kal will give 2 hours of guided instruction. For $20 you will make an 11 X 14 acrylics on canvas painting. The name of this picture is "Shoot for the Moon" Reserve your spot here. .Ages recommended for this class is 5 and up!
JUN 11, 6:00 PM A Day at the Beach with Kal Family Event AH! Summer is here! Come paint this relaxing beach scene with Kal. Choose your own colors to personalize it! $20 gets you 2.5 hours of guided instruction and all your supplies.
This is done on an 11 X 14 canvas with acrylic paints. Please reserve your spot online. This is going to be fun!
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Wednesdays they are also having a preschool event from 3:30-4:15, please call to reserve your spot.
JUN 9, 6:00 PMColored Pencils with Jeffrey Green Join us for another colored pencil workshop. Spend 2 hours in our studio with gifted artist Jeffrey Green. All supplies are provided for $20 per person. Register online today to reserve your spot here.
JUN 10, 6:00 PMNorthern Lights with Karin Come paint This Northern Lights picture with Karin. $35 includes 2.5 hours of guided instruction acrylics on a 16 X 20" canvas and all your supplies. You can save money by getting our 2Fer deal- 2 paintings for $50 or our 4Fer deal- 4 paintings for $90 but these offers are first come first serve. Please reserve your spot online.
JUN 11, 12:00 PM Shoot for the Moon with Kal This is a great opportunity for the kids to come out and paint a cool picture. Kal will give 2 hours of guided instruction. For $20 you will make an 11 X 14 acrylics on canvas painting. The name of this picture is "Shoot for the Moon" Reserve your spot here. .Ages recommended for this class is 5 and up!
JUN 11, 6:00 PM A Day at the Beach with Kal Family Event AH! Summer is here! Come paint this relaxing beach scene with Kal. Choose your own colors to personalize it! $20 gets you 2.5 hours of guided instruction and all your supplies.
This is done on an 11 X 14 canvas with acrylic paints. Please reserve your spot online. This is going to be fun!
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Free Summer Concerts
Pen Argyl Summer Sounds
All 6-8pm at Weona Rain or shine June 19 - Inch & the Echoes July 3 - Easton Municipal Band July 17 - Brian Brazil & the Hard Case Blues Band July 31 - Elvis August 14 - Desire |
Wind Gap Summer Sounds
All start at 6pm at the park June 12 Jump Start Band ~ Rock, Country & Blues June 26 Headliners ~ Oldies and Rock & Roll July 10 Steel Creek Country Bank July 24 Desire ~ Oldies of the 50’s-70's August 7 Crazy Hearts ~ Country Music August 21 Tower Suite ~ Jazz, Pop, R&B & Standards |
American Music Theater Trip
The Pen Argyl Alumni Association is sponsoring a trip to the American Music Theater Christmas Show Saturday November 26. Cost is $110. This includes the show, dinner at Bird-In-Hand Restaurant, and all gratuities. Call Bill at 610-863-6297.
Tasty Tuesdays is back at Trinity Lutheran Church!
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, located at Broadway and 4th Streets in Bangor, will once again offer the free bag lunch program to children, families and individuals in the Bangor community this summer. Tasty Tuesdays will begin on Tuesday, June 14 and will run until August 12. Every Tuesday the bag lunch will be available and will contain a sandwich, fresh fruit, chips, a healthy snack bar and a drink. The lunches will be available for pick up at the church between 11:30am-1pm. If you would like to register but are unable to come at that time to pick up the lunch, please let the church office know and accommodations can be made.
Please call the church office to register for the Tasty Tuesdays program at 610-588-2023.
Please call the church office to register for the Tasty Tuesdays program at 610-588-2023.
Bangor Park 2016 Summer Events
Saturday night, June 18th: Movie Night featuring Barnyard The movie starts at dusk and is free to the public. Refreshments will be sold.
Friday Night, June 24th: Splashdance at the pool from 7:30pm-9:30pm for all teens that will be entering 7th, 8th and 9th grades. $3. Rain date is June 25th.
Friday Night, July 15th: Family Luau. Time and admission fees to be announced at a later date.
August 13th: End of Summer Bash at the Pool. Time and admission fees to be announced at a later date.
August 20th: Pooch Plunge at Pool
The last day of the pool season is one for our furry friends. Come out with man’s (or women’s) best friend and enjoy one of the last days of summer with a doggie swim day!
Anyone interested in volunteering for the Park Board or any of these events can contact Debbie Smith at [email protected] or 610-751-7692
Friday Night, June 24th: Splashdance at the pool from 7:30pm-9:30pm for all teens that will be entering 7th, 8th and 9th grades. $3. Rain date is June 25th.
Friday Night, July 15th: Family Luau. Time and admission fees to be announced at a later date.
August 13th: End of Summer Bash at the Pool. Time and admission fees to be announced at a later date.
August 20th: Pooch Plunge at Pool
The last day of the pool season is one for our furry friends. Come out with man’s (or women’s) best friend and enjoy one of the last days of summer with a doggie swim day!
Anyone interested in volunteering for the Park Board or any of these events can contact Debbie Smith at [email protected] or 610-751-7692
Senior Center Bus Trips
Slate Belt Senior Center is sponsoring a bus trip to the Rainbow Dinner Theater, Lancaster area for the production of "The Perfect Wedding"June 23rd, 9:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. .They are also sponsoring a bus Trip to Sight & Sound Theater , Lancaster area for the production of Samson, meal at Shady Maples, July 28th, 9:30 A.M.-8:00 P.M.
BAHS School Marching Band Uniform Fund Drive
The Bangor Area High School Marching Band uniforms, which are modeled after Her Majesty’s Royal Welsh Guard, pay tribute to the heritage of Bangor, PA. After years of normal wear and tear, the uniforms must be replaced. The new uniforms will continue to use the same style.
The Slater Band Boosters have initiated a fund drive to support this effort. The Boosters will appreciate any donations, small or large, to this cause.
The names of contributors will be acknowledged in concert programs during the 2016-2017 school year. Names of contributors at higher levels will be memorialized on a plaque to be displayed in the theater wing of the high school.
More information is available at www.bahsbands.weebly.com. Send your tax deductible contributions to:
Slater Band Boosters, Uniform Drive c/o Charlie Cole , 608 Shawnee Street, Roseto, PA 18013
The Slater Band Boosters have initiated a fund drive to support this effort. The Boosters will appreciate any donations, small or large, to this cause.
The names of contributors will be acknowledged in concert programs during the 2016-2017 school year. Names of contributors at higher levels will be memorialized on a plaque to be displayed in the theater wing of the high school.
More information is available at www.bahsbands.weebly.com. Send your tax deductible contributions to:
Slater Band Boosters, Uniform Drive c/o Charlie Cole , 608 Shawnee Street, Roseto, PA 18013
Prescription Drug Take-Back Box
The Slate Belt Regional Police Department has a prescription drug “Take-Back “box at their 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, Pa office (Plainfield Township Municipal Building). Contact information for the SBRPD is: 911 (Emergency), 610-759-8517 (Non-Emergency), 610-759-8523 (Fax) and 1-888-823-4978 FREE (Non-Emergency Toll Free)
Slate Belt Heritage Center Events Schedule
Thursday, June 16, 7 PM - (moved to 3rd Thursday because of high school graduation) - "Slate Belt Heritage Center Preservation Awards Ceremony". Three recipients will be awarded for Architectural, Special Focus, and Initiative achievements.
Thursday, July 14, 7 PM - "History of the Mt. Bethel Inn" (now TK'S). -Presented by Kara Muschock.
Thursday, August 11, 7PM - "Preservation and Restoration of Gravestones" - Presented by John O'Brien who is a member of the Association of Gravestone Studies, an international group dedicated to preserving old cemeteries.
Thursday, September 8, 7 PM - "History and Preservation of Greenwalk Trout Hatchery" - Presented by Jackie and Ty Bartosh. The impact of the fishing industry and its benefits on the environment will be explained.
Thursday, October 13, 7 PM - "Annual Heritage Haunted Tour".
Thursday, November 10, 7 PM - Veterans Program
Sunday, December 11, 2 PM - Carol Alfred on German "Belznichel Santa's"
Thursday, July 14, 7 PM - "History of the Mt. Bethel Inn" (now TK'S). -Presented by Kara Muschock.
Thursday, August 11, 7PM - "Preservation and Restoration of Gravestones" - Presented by John O'Brien who is a member of the Association of Gravestone Studies, an international group dedicated to preserving old cemeteries.
Thursday, September 8, 7 PM - "History and Preservation of Greenwalk Trout Hatchery" - Presented by Jackie and Ty Bartosh. The impact of the fishing industry and its benefits on the environment will be explained.
Thursday, October 13, 7 PM - "Annual Heritage Haunted Tour".
Thursday, November 10, 7 PM - Veterans Program
Sunday, December 11, 2 PM - Carol Alfred on German "Belznichel Santa's"
Totts Gap Arts Events Schedule
Annual Arts Fair Jazz-Art-Dance Expo June 5; Summer Camps I June 13 - 17; New Adult Classes June 20; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo July 10; Summer Camps II July 11 - 15; Intensives Week July 18 - 22; Scagliola Workshop August 5 - 8; Jazz-Art-Dance Expo & Exhibit August 7; Totts Gap Dance @ COTA September 9; Classes Begin September 12; Mural Dedication Day September 17; Annual Scholarship Dinner November 12; Community Open House December 11
Bangor High School Class of 1966 Reunion
The Bangor High School Class of 1966 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday October 8, 2016 @ the Delaware Water Gap Country Club (Wolf Hollow). Cocktails and Class Picture will be at 6:00 PM with Buffet Dinner to follow @ 7:00 PM. The night before, on October 7, the class will attend the Bangor High School football game and sit as a group. They will then have a get together at Liberty Fire Hall after the game.
In honor of this being the 50th Reunion, the class will be the guests at this years Bangor High School Graduation and will sit as a group. Time and definite date still to be determined.
The class is seeking a current address for the following classmates: Sondra Buskirk Baier, Jacqueline Williams Bartosh, Patricia Pysher Bennett, Robert Mack, Charlene Pasqualino, Linda Repsher Silvius, Linda Meixsell Yeakel, Richard Danner, Glenda Dunk, James, Folk, James LaBarre, Diana Galatioto, Donna Davidson Edwards, David Tieff, Mikael Turner, & Thomas Kittle.
Please contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 or 484-894-5661 with information.
In honor of this being the 50th Reunion, the class will be the guests at this years Bangor High School Graduation and will sit as a group. Time and definite date still to be determined.
The class is seeking a current address for the following classmates: Sondra Buskirk Baier, Jacqueline Williams Bartosh, Patricia Pysher Bennett, Robert Mack, Charlene Pasqualino, Linda Repsher Silvius, Linda Meixsell Yeakel, Richard Danner, Glenda Dunk, James, Folk, James LaBarre, Diana Galatioto, Donna Davidson Edwards, David Tieff, Mikael Turner, & Thomas Kittle.
Please contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 or 484-894-5661 with information.
Portland Girl Scout Troop Looking for New Members
The Portland Girl Scout Troop is looking for any interested girls in grades 4th thru 8th that would like to join their troop. The troop members are Juniors and Cadets. If you have a daughter that is younger than 4th grade you may contact the troop leader for more information. Meetings are held at the Portland Borough Hall located at 206 Division Street. Please contact the troop leader Pam at 484-764-2046 or [email protected] for more information.
Heritage Center Seeks Volunteers
The Slate Belt Heritage Center is looking for volunteers to assist with the "Second Phase" of its "Homefront Project". Phase !! has begun and biographies of each of the letter writers are being researched. Volunteers will meet on Mondays from 9 AM - 12 Noon. For additional information contact the center via email at [email protected] or contact Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
Stay At Home Moms Group
If you are a stay at home mom in the Slate Belt Area and are looking for events to socialize and build friendships for yourself and your child/children you may be interested in joining this group of moms. The meetings will be held at various local spots and during school hours. For more information go to, www.meetup.com and search for Slate Belt Stay At Home Moms.
Weona Park Yoga
Yoga at the Community Center- Mondays and Thursdays, 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. $10 per session.
Clean Slate Yoga
A Clean Slate is offering a 6 week Yoga Class, Tuesdays from 5-6 pm. First Come First Serve. For details call 610-452-9348.
Salvation Army Camp
The Salvation Army in Pen Argyl has several slots available for overnight Summer Camp in the Poconos. Please call for more information. (610) 863-6677
Musical Instrument Collection Drive
The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor’s elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. We will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child’s life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let’s keep the music coming!
Your donations may be tax deductible.
Visit slateralums.com for more information.
Your donations may be tax deductible.
Visit slateralums.com for more information.
June 9
Workplace Safety One Day Class at NCC Northampton Community College (NCC) is offering a one-day Safety Pack Training program on Thursday, June 9, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the College’s Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
This new program will provide workplace safety information to make OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) compliance easier. The format will present three topics, Introduction to OSHA, HazCom Standard, and Introduction to Job Safety Analysis in two-hour blocks. The fee is $100. For questions, call 610-332-6596. To enroll, visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn. Free Bone Density Screening State Senator Mario Scavello will host a free Heel Scan and Bone Density Screening on Thursday, June 9 from 10 AM to 2 PM at his Pen Argyl District Office (2 North Robinson Avenue, Pen Argyl). The screening is hosted in partnership with Easton Hospital.
Bone density screenings are recommended for women over 65, men over 70, or anyone who has broken a bone after age 50 as a critical step in recognizing the warning signs for osteoporosis. Individuals are tested using a painless procedure called a heel scan, where the foot is placed on an ultrasound device to measure the mineral density of the heel. Women are asked to not wear pantyhose, so as not to interfere with the scan. To make an appointment for your free bone density screening, please call Senator Scavello’s Pen Argyl District Office at 610-863-1200. |
June 10
Downtown Bangor Sidewalk Sale
On Friday June 10th from 3pm - 8pm and Saturday June 11th from 11am - 3pm local businesses in Downtown Bangor will hold a Sidewalk Sale. The businesses will have sidewalk sales and information tables out. There will be an "Interesting Facts Walk" on Saturday at 1pm leaving from the Slate Belt Heritage Center.
Pen Argyl Community Wide Yard Sale
Pen Argyl Borough’s Community Wide Yard Sales will be held Friday June 10th, Saturday June 11th and Sunday June 12th. No permits required.
East Bangor Strawberry Festival
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will host a "Strawberry Festival" on Friday, June 10th from 4:00 p.m. until ???? It will be held at the Blaine Reimel Memorial Park on Park Rd. in East Bangor (rain or shine). Lots of good food and "Jacktown" ice cream will be available. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit www.ebumc.org.
June 11
Portland Community Yard Sales Town wide yard sales, Portland Borough on June 11th, rain or shine. Vendors wanted. If you live outside the Borough of Portland you can participate in the event by having a spot in the Fire Hall lot. For more info. please call Stephanie Steele 610-216-6716, Cindy Fish 973-600-7120 or email [email protected] .
Specialty Bingo at Trinity ELC Specialty Bingo sponsored by Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Women’s Group will be held Saturday, June 11, 2016 in the Church Fellowship Hall at Fourth Street and Broadway, Bangor.
Doors open at 1:00 pm and bingo begins at 2:00 pm. Advance tickets cost $20.00 and tickets at the door are $25.00. Call the church office at 610-588-2023 for tickets or stop by the church between 8 am and 3 pm Monday through Thursday. Checks can be made to TELC Women. There are 15 regular games and 5 specials. Prizes include Vera Bradley, Coach purses, Thirty-one, Premier Jewelry, Keurig w/Carafe and more with 50-50, special raffles, tricky tray and door prizes. Food available for purchase Wine Tasting Cancer Benefit On June 11, 2016, the Hope Gospel Quartet and their friends will sponsor the third annual cancer benefit featuring six wine tastings at the Sorrenti Winery in Saylorsburg PA. The event is scheduled to begin at 2 PM and end at 5 PM. The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society are the recipients of the profits from the event.
Multiple myeloma and leukemia are both cancers of the blood. Hope Gospel focuses on these two cancers because group members are directly affected. Russ and Jean Roper lost their son Tim to multiple myeloma four years ago. Priscilla Kuster, wife of Dick Kuster, is battling leukemia and friend, Shawn Detweiler, died from adult leukemia a year ago. The Hope Gospel Quartet along with Ellis Williams, Mike Metzger, Meghan Williams, Paul McCaa, Ron and Roxann Ealey and Brandon and Heather Craig will provide a broad selection of musical numbers. The Hope Gospel Quartet has been providing musical entertainment for banquets, shows, church services and business affairs since 2001. The group ended its entertainment run in 2015 when two of its members, Bill and Julee Craig, moved to Florida. Ellis Williams, director of the Bangor Elks Men’s Chorus for 24 years, is a renowned actor, musician and composer. He started his musical career as an Army Musician. Since then he has enjoyed a variety roles musically by directing, performing, arranging and composing. He currently performs as chorus member and soloist with the Lehigh Valley Chorale, a new chorus under the direction of Ed Milisits, former Director of Music for the Easton Area School District. Meghan Williams, latest director of the Bangor Elks Men’s Chorus, is a classically trained vocalist, earning her Bachelor’s Degree from The Hartt School of Music and her Master’s Degree from The Peabody Conservatory. After graduation, Meghan found success performing in Europe, the USA and in musical theater singing leading roles with Sight and Sound Theaters in Lancaster, PA and as a Disney Cast Member. She regularly performs at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia. Mike Metzger started playing guitar in college and grew it into a second career by performing professionally in coffee houses, taverns, restaurants, golf courses, as well as a few gigs in Greenwich Village and Times Square in the Big Apple. Mike entertains with a broad mix of classic and modern popular acoustic rock, and enjoys bringing his catchy mix of guitar, vocals, and humor to every performance. Paul McCaa has been playing guitar sine elementary school in Gallitzin, PA. He began playing in local bands in the Gallitzin area and later in a band in Lock Haven, PA where he attended college. Paul has been a solo act in the Bangor Elks Show as well as an accompanist. He was an original member of the Straw Hat Society and the Off Broadway Barbershop quartet. Brandon and Heather Craig performed with the Elks chorus. Vocalist Brandon was also a comedian with the Elks chorus and Heather also performs with the Pleasant Valley Choral Society. Ron and Roxann Ealey have performed at many functions throughout the years. Both couples have performed at weddings, social events and community choruses. The Ealeys were important members of the Hope UCC music program in Wind Gap. In addition to the wine tastings and the musical entertainment, the activities for the day will include free snacks. Hot dogs and nonalcoholic beverages can be purchased for a small fee. Call Russ Roper 610-863-5371; Jackie Kerekes 610-863-3989 or Paul McCaa 610-588-5544 for tickets. Tickets cost $20 and provide the holder with 6 wine tastings, a souvenir wine glass entertainment and a donation to the cancer fund raiser. Third Annual Lehigh Valley Hopsfest Bethlehem, PA – With over 110 beers to sample and reps from over 54 different breweries to meet, the Celtic Cultural Alliance’s 3rd Annual Lehigh Valley HopsFest is a magnet for Lehigh Valley beer aficionados. The third annual event will take place at Main and Lehigh Streets (location of the Celtic Classic competition field) in Downtown Bethlehem on Saturday, June 11.
The CCA, host of the Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival, has set out to create one of the largest beer tastings in the Lehigh Valley. Lehigh Valley HopsFest brings together hundreds of beer lovers and Celtic enthusiasts alike. Tickets will be on sale at www.celticfest.org. Lehigh Valley HopsFest doors open at 11:45am for *VIP ticket holders ($75pp) and includes early entry tastings, a souvenir tasting glass, exclusive beer and selection of products for VIP’s only and lunch. (*VIP ticket holders will enjoy special products from: Boston Beer Co., HiJinx, LaQuintas, Newport Storm, Roy-Pitz, River Horse, Weyerbacher, Flying Fish, Stoudts, Two Rivers with more to come). For General Admission ticket holders ($40) doors open at 1:00pm and includes a sampling cup and 100+ beer products from 55 +breweries to sample. A special Designated Driver ticket is $10.00 and includes entrance with ticket holder, soft drinks, water and snacks. Given its expansive variety of styles, flavors and components, craft beer is among the most approachable beverages to enjoy. Lehigh Valley HopsFest attendees will have the opportunity to converse with brewery owners and the personalities behind the craft brewed beer being served. Additional food and snacks will be available for purchase throughout the day. Attendees will enjoy beers from over 55 breweries, hailing from numerous states and representing regions of the country. Attendee must be 21+ with a valid ID to enter. No outside food or drink allowed. No pets allowed. Lehigh Valley HopsFest attendance supports educational and cultural programming in sustaining CCA’s mission statement to promote and preserve the Celtic culture. “This fundraiser will help us to continue to bring new and interesting cultural experiences to the community.” We received so many inquiries, that a 3rd Lehigh Valley HopsFest wasn’t even a question,” said Jayne Ann Recker, Executive Director of the Celtic Cultural Alliance. “We believe Lehigh Valley HopsFest is uniquely tailored to fit the Lehigh Valley scene in a way that genuinely speaks to both the city’s love of Celtic Classic and beer culture. We are very, very excited.” For complete information and tickets, visit www.celticfest.com. |
June 12
Chicken Bar-B-Cue
Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) will hold a Chicken Bar-b-cue on Sunday, June 12th from 12:30 pm to 5 pm. This year TAKE OUT ONLY will be offered due to rennovations at the church. The meal includes a delicious bar-b-cue half of chicken, roll/biscuit, spiced cabbage, ice cream, brownie and beverage. The cost is $12. For additional information or directions please call Chrissy at 610-588-0809 or Blanche at 570-897-6612.
Mount Eaton Vacation Bible School Registration
Deep Sea Discovery is an exciting vacation Bible school program for kids age 4 years old though 6th grade being held at Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA! Join us June 20-24 from 6:30-8:30 PM each night. There is no charge, but registration is required. Please visit mounteatonchurch.org and click on the calendar tab to register by June 12.
Directions to the church may be found at mounteatonchurch.org. For more information, please contact the church office at 570-992-7050 or email [email protected].
Directions to the church may be found at mounteatonchurch.org. For more information, please contact the church office at 570-992-7050 or email [email protected].
June 13
Tott's Gap Mural Education Program
JUNE 13
The Heritage Mural Education Program at TGAI. Through August 19, 1PM - 5PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (Since this is an outdoor project, flexibility is needed in the schedule.) FREE. Open to Slate Belt Residents only, ages 12 - 19 at Market & South First Streets, Bangor, PA 18013 http://tottsgap.org/art/grades-7-12/heritage-mural-education-program In 2012, students from the Slate Belt painted the first Heritage Mural, “Old Home Week” in downtown Bangor. This award-winning mural launched the Heritage Mural Education Program. Be a part of the next project with muralist Jim Gloria, as he takes students through the process of creating enduring public art in Bangor, PA. This program is for Slate Belt residents only, ages 12 - 19. FREE to all participants, and lunch is provided!
The Heritage Mural Education Program at TGAI. Through August 19, 1PM - 5PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (Since this is an outdoor project, flexibility is needed in the schedule.) FREE. Open to Slate Belt Residents only, ages 12 - 19 at Market & South First Streets, Bangor, PA 18013 http://tottsgap.org/art/grades-7-12/heritage-mural-education-program In 2012, students from the Slate Belt painted the first Heritage Mural, “Old Home Week” in downtown Bangor. This award-winning mural launched the Heritage Mural Education Program. Be a part of the next project with muralist Jim Gloria, as he takes students through the process of creating enduring public art in Bangor, PA. This program is for Slate Belt residents only, ages 12 - 19. FREE to all participants, and lunch is provided!
Totts Gap Summer Camp I
JUNE 13
Summer Camps I, Dance, Art or Theater for Grades K - 6, 9:00 AM to 11:30AM, 11:30 AM to 3 PM. NON-MEMBER RATES, $125/week for 1/2 day morning or afternoon session, $200/week for full-day, morning and afternoon session.. MEMBER RATES $75/week for 1/2 day morning or afternoon session, $125/week for full-day, morning and afternoon session. When participating in a full-day program, be sure to pack a lunch!
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Summer Camps I, Dance, Art or Theater for Grades K - 6, 9:00 AM to 11:30AM, 11:30 AM to 3 PM. NON-MEMBER RATES, $125/week for 1/2 day morning or afternoon session, $200/week for full-day, morning and afternoon session.. MEMBER RATES $75/week for 1/2 day morning or afternoon session, $125/week for full-day, morning and afternoon session. When participating in a full-day program, be sure to pack a lunch!
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Weona Park Pool Pals
Weona Park Pool Pals will hold a meeting Mon. June 13, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. If you are interested in having a community pool in Pen Argyl and want to do it without raising taxes, you share our goal, so please come! www.facebook.com/WeonaPPP.
June 16
Heritage Center 2016 Preservation Awards
The Slate Belt Heritage Center is proud to announce the recipients of its' 2016 Preservation Award. Through this presentation the Heritage Center acknowledges those individuals who have performed exemplary acts toward promoting and preserving the culture and heritage of the Slate Belt. Candidates may be an individual or a group and can be self nominated or by another party. The three winners and their respective categories are as follows:
Anna Caldera
The Initiative Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in promoting and preserving the Slate Belt Heritage through In-Kind actions. This years recipient is Ms. Anna Caldera. Ms. Caldera played an integral part in editing all seven (7) books in the Heritage Center's "Ethnic Heritage Series". She volunteered, working countless hours advising and making adaptations along with the authors to produce prominent literary publications without thought of compensation. She has shown patience and guidance every stop of the way, making the ethnic project a huge success. Additionally she has co-authored "A Great Miracle Happened Here": The Jews of the Slate Belt and has also authored a book on the "Trail Trees of the Native Americans".
Gage Parachos
The Architectural Award is presented to an individual who has performed an exemplary act in saving or conserving a historic building, place or artifact where restoration is authentic to preservation. This years recipient is Mr. Gage Parachos. Mr. Parachos completed, as an Eagle Scout project, the restoration of the historic Portland Jail. Mr. Parachos repaired, plastered and sealed the stone walls, rebuilt the wood flooring, restored the jail windows and original door (found buried in the dirt) and placed artifacts to enhance the replication. He documented his work from beginning to end with a scrapbook of pictures. He followed up the project with clearing the grounds, making the walkway accessible and did exterior painting which enhanced his work.
Joe DeFranco
The Special Focus Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in saving or conserving tradition or a body of knowledge: that individual who contributes to educational information via documentation. This years recipient is Mr. Joseph DeFranco. 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 Magazine: The Belt and Beyond and subsequently publishing his own book "Growing Up in the Butcher Shop". 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. His efforts to conserve the Italian traditions via of educational information and documentation of his families heritage has earned him this reward.
A ceremony to honor all three achievements will be held on Thursday, June 16th at 7:00 PM at the Heritage Center located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA The event is free and open to the public. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615
Anna Caldera
The Initiative Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in promoting and preserving the Slate Belt Heritage through In-Kind actions. This years recipient is Ms. Anna Caldera. Ms. Caldera played an integral part in editing all seven (7) books in the Heritage Center's "Ethnic Heritage Series". She volunteered, working countless hours advising and making adaptations along with the authors to produce prominent literary publications without thought of compensation. She has shown patience and guidance every stop of the way, making the ethnic project a huge success. Additionally she has co-authored "A Great Miracle Happened Here": The Jews of the Slate Belt and has also authored a book on the "Trail Trees of the Native Americans".
Gage Parachos
The Architectural Award is presented to an individual who has performed an exemplary act in saving or conserving a historic building, place or artifact where restoration is authentic to preservation. This years recipient is Mr. Gage Parachos. Mr. Parachos completed, as an Eagle Scout project, the restoration of the historic Portland Jail. Mr. Parachos repaired, plastered and sealed the stone walls, rebuilt the wood flooring, restored the jail windows and original door (found buried in the dirt) and placed artifacts to enhance the replication. He documented his work from beginning to end with a scrapbook of pictures. He followed up the project with clearing the grounds, making the walkway accessible and did exterior painting which enhanced his work.
Joe DeFranco
The Special Focus Award is presented to an individual who has shown exemplary actions in saving or conserving tradition or a body of knowledge: that individual who contributes to educational information via documentation. This years recipient is Mr. Joseph DeFranco. 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 Magazine: The Belt and Beyond and subsequently publishing his own book "Growing Up in the Butcher Shop". 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. His efforts to conserve the Italian traditions via of educational information and documentation of his families heritage has earned him this reward.
A ceremony to honor all three achievements will be held on Thursday, June 16th at 7:00 PM at the Heritage Center located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA The event is free and open to the public. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615
June 17
Strawberry Festival
Indoor Strawberry Festival on Friday June 17th from 4pm - 7pm. Located at Hope Unites Church of Christ on 2nd Street in Wind Gap. There will be food and a cake walk.
Family Night: Insect Investigation
Friday, June 17, 6:30-8:00 PM
Come for a romp through the wildflower fields in search of insects! You will observe their different adaptations and life stages. You will also learn about what makes insects different from other arthropods. This program is best for children ages five and up. Equipment will be provided. Registration required
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Come for a romp through the wildflower fields in search of insects! You will observe their different adaptations and life stages. You will also learn about what makes insects different from other arthropods. This program is best for children ages five and up. Equipment will be provided. Registration required
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
June 18
Class of 1973 Bus Trip The Class of 1973 will sponsor a bus trip Saturday June 18, 2016 to Mohegan Sun casino at Pocono Downs, Wilkes Barre.
Bus ride by J and J transportation, 55 seats. Cost is $30 for the bus and you get $25 in slot money plus a $5 food voucher. Leaving Weis market in Pen Argyl at 3:00pm and return home to Weis market by 11:00pm. There will be horse racing going on too. Enjoy a fun ride to the casino, plus a snack Please bring a valid I. d. with you. Call Margaret Marsh at 610-417-0461 to reserve a seat. Rsvp by May 18, 2016 Putts With Pop Tournament Join Families First for their 2nd Annual Miniature Golf Tournament, June 18, 2016 – Weona Park at 10:00 AM – 12 PM Rain or Shine. Teams will consist of one adult and one child up to age 12. This event is not limited to just dads. Anyone can play!
Scoring will be combined score of both members on the course of 17 holes. Prizes will be awarded for winners in each age bracket by the child’s age. Prizes for holes will be awarded as well. Mulligan shots are available for purchase of $5.00. Registration is $25.00 per team before June 10th, and $35.00 per team after June 10th. Registration includes a gift bag, a golf ball, and a hot dog lunch. Event sponsor - $300.00 – Entitles Company a 40” by 48” company logo, two free team entries, and items distributed in tote bags. Hole sponsorships are available: Bronze Sponsors - $50.00, Entitles Company to a 4” by 6” company logo sign at the hole, a free team entry, items distributed in tote bags, and a choice of holes 1, 3, 7, 10, 16, or 18; Silver Sponsors - $75.00; Entitles Company 8” by 10” company logo sign at the hole, free team entry, items distributed in tote bags, and a choice of holes with “water trap” 5, 8, 13, or 17; Gold Sponsors - $100.00, Entitles Company to a 16” by 20” company logo sign at the hole, a free team entry, items distributed in tote bags, and a choice of premium holes with large obstacles and decorations, 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 12 14, or 15. Proceeds Benefit Families First of Pen Argyl. For more information, email Frank Jones at [email protected] or call at 610-863-9095 ext. 1308. nargyl. |
June 19
Boomer's Angels Meet & Greet
On Sunday, June 19th, 2016 come to Pet Supplies Plus in Stroudsburg, Pa, from 11am - 2pm, to meet some of the beautiful loving animals that Boomer’s Angels Rescue (BAARC) have for adoption!
All of their adoptions must be pre-approved so why not fill out and application in advance. Visit www.boomersangels.com for an application.
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 our website at www.boomersangels.com, find us on Facebook.
All of their adoptions must be pre-approved so why not fill out and application in advance. Visit www.boomersangels.com for an application.
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 our website at www.boomersangels.com, find us on Facebook.
June 20
Totts Gap Adult Class
JUNE 20
Adult Classes Begin. TIMES AND COSTS VARY, CHECK TOTTSGAP.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013. It's NEVER too late! Take a class and learn watercolor or oil painting, clay work, knitting, or dancing for fitness. Our adult
classes run on a 6 week schedule, so you have plenty of time to try all your favorites.
Adult Classes Begin. TIMES AND COSTS VARY, CHECK TOTTSGAP.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION. Totts Gap Arts Institute, 1494 Totts Gap Road, Bangor, PA 18013. It's NEVER too late! Take a class and learn watercolor or oil painting, clay work, knitting, or dancing for fitness. Our adult
classes run on a 6 week schedule, so you have plenty of time to try all your favorites.
What’s in your water?
What’s in your water? Penn State Extension offer Free Home Water and Septic System Workshops
Learn how to protect your health, your property and our shared ground and surface water resources!
Penn State Extension will offer a free workshop about home water systems on:
Monday, June 20 at 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and repeating at 6 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Penn State Lehigh Valley Campus, 2809 Saucon Valley Road, Center Valley.
Topics will include protecting, testing, and treating private water supplies as well as septic system inspection and maintenance.
Register by June 16 at http://extension.psu.edu/home-water-septic or call 610-391-9840.
Learn how to protect your health, your property and our shared ground and surface water resources!
Penn State Extension will offer a free workshop about home water systems on:
Monday, June 20 at 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and repeating at 6 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Penn State Lehigh Valley Campus, 2809 Saucon Valley Road, Center Valley.
Topics will include protecting, testing, and treating private water supplies as well as septic system inspection and maintenance.
Register by June 16 at http://extension.psu.edu/home-water-septic or call 610-391-9840.
June 21
Tuesday Trails
Tuesday, June 21, 5:30-7:00 PM
Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs are welcome to hike on leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or [email protected].
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs are welcome to hike on leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or [email protected].
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
June 23
Pennsylvania Trappers Rendezvous
The District 10 Trappers of Pennsylvania will host the 79th Annual Pennsylvania Trappers Association Rendezvous at the West End Fairgrounds June 23-25 in Gilbert, PA, 570 Fairgrounds Rd. Gilbert, PA 18331 from 8am-6pm daily. Admission $5/day or $10/all 3 days. Camping accommodations available on site. Go to www.patrappers.com for more information or Contact Bob Counterman: 610-759-9203 & Scot Mucha: 610-863-9759
June 24
Blue Mt. Community Library Fundraiser
The Blue Mt. Community Library will hold its first Wine Tasting Fundraiser on Friday, June 24 at The Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery. The event will be held from 4:00-6:00 pm and includes 5 wine tastings, a tour, a wine glass from the winery, and hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are limited and are on sale at the library for $20 per person and must be purchased in advance. Your ticket will automatically be entered in a drawing for a Gift Basket of a bottle of wine, wine glasses and snacks. The Winery will provide catered food to purchase and live music from 6:00-9:00 pm for anyone who wishes to stay. Come and enjoy this beautiful venue and help raise money for the library. Call 610-863-3029 for more information or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.
June 25
Fungi, a Force in the EcosystemSaturday, June 25, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Please join mycologists Dr. Rick Bortnick and Laura Weishaupt at Jacobsburg for a relaxed and informative look at fungi and their vital roles in the ecosystem. From predators to partners, fungi are often unseen, but crucial players in forest ecosystems. An indoor slide show will provide an introduction to different kinds of fungi and explain what they do in the forest. Then we'll head outside to see it all in action. We'll have lunch and wrap up with some discussion about books and answer any questions. This program is not about foraging for edibles. Bring a hand lens if you have one. Bring some lunch and prepare to be outdoors with adequate footwear, clothing, and bug repellant. Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. Swing at the Stand June 25 The 14th annual "Swing at the Stand" will be held on Saturday, June 25th, (rain or shine) 6:30 PM-?? at Weona Park, Rt. 512, Pen Argyl. Please bring a finger food to share, your own beverage, and lawn chair. Listen and dance to the "Oldies" and meet with old friends. Everyone is welcome!
Family Camping for BeginnersSaturday, June 25-26, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m.
If you have ever wanted to try camping, this is the perfect introduction! This event is sponsored by the Jacobsburg Historical Society and the Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. JEEC will loan tents, sleeping pads, cook stoves, and cookware to families who are new to camping. JHS will host at their location and provide a Dutch oven cooking demonstration. Together they’ll guide you through setting up your tent, cooking over a fire or stove, to enjoying a fun-filled evening under the stars. Please bring your own camping equipment if you have camped with us before. The cost is $8.00 per person, children 5 and under are free. The fee helps to support the Jacobsburg Historical Society. To register, call Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center at 610-746-2801 or email [email protected]. Registration required You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. |
June 27
Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 Golf Tournament
The 16th annual Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 golf tournament that benefits major projects will be held on Monday, June 27, 2016 at Whitetail Golf Club. It is a four-person scramble format with a cost of $85 per golfer. It includes golf, cart, prizes, cookout lunch, and beverages. A hole-in-one is sponsored by Dotta Auto Sales. Please call the Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 at 610-588-3420 to register your foursome or email [email protected]. Deadline is June 20, 2016.
August 16
Coming in August: DiscoverE programs
August 16-19, 9:00 AM to 12 noon
Penn’s Adventurers (ages 9-12)*
“Jacobsburg Past & Present”
Have you ever wondered what the early settlers of the Lehigh Valley did for fun? Join us for a week filled with all sorts of fun recreational activities from the past and present. We’ll play Frisbee golf, practice archery skills, go geocaching and much more!
Outdoor Explorers (ages 6-8)*
“Creek Critters”
Have you ever looked for birds and other animals that live along a creek? Have you ever collected insects and crayfish in a creek? Join us for a week of getting wet and having fun exploring the Bushkill!
*Registration is required.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Penn’s Adventurers (ages 9-12)*
“Jacobsburg Past & Present”
Have you ever wondered what the early settlers of the Lehigh Valley did for fun? Join us for a week filled with all sorts of fun recreational activities from the past and present. We’ll play Frisbee golf, practice archery skills, go geocaching and much more!
Outdoor Explorers (ages 6-8)*
“Creek Critters”
Have you ever looked for birds and other animals that live along a creek? Have you ever collected insects and crayfish in a creek? Join us for a week of getting wet and having fun exploring the Bushkill!
*Registration is required.
You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or [email protected]. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
September 23
Bethlehem Celtic Fest 2016
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, — The Celtic Cultural Alliance (CCA) will reach its 29th year of presenting the largest free Highland Games and Celtic festival in North America during the weekend of September 23rd through the 30th. This year brings back old Celtic Classic favorites such as Timlin & Kane, Seven Nations and the Glengarry Bhoys as well as new features like Low Lily, Moxie Strings, Barrule & Calan. From bagpipes to bodrahns, fiddles to whistles, Bethlehem will be filled with foot stomping Celtic music all weekend.
A wide variety of Scottish, Welsh and Irish bands and genres will take stage this September. The complete performer line up can be found at www.celticfest.org/entertainment
Celtic Classic 2016 will also honor its traditional festival features. In addition to the U.S. National Highland Games Championship come an assortment of food styles and beverages, Celtic retail merchants, competitions and dance.
Celtic Classic runs from Friday, September 23rd through Sunday, September 25th in downtown historic Bethlehem. For more information, directions, volunteering opportunities and the weekend’s schedule, log on to www.celticfest.org. For up-to-the-minute information and updates, follow Celtic Classic on Twitter (@CelticClassic) and friend them on Facebook (facebook.com/CelticClassic).
For more information on the Parade of Shamrocks and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org.
A wide variety of Scottish, Welsh and Irish bands and genres will take stage this September. The complete performer line up can be found at www.celticfest.org/entertainment
Celtic Classic 2016 will also honor its traditional festival features. In addition to the U.S. National Highland Games Championship come an assortment of food styles and beverages, Celtic retail merchants, competitions and dance.
Celtic Classic runs from Friday, September 23rd through Sunday, September 25th in downtown historic Bethlehem. For more information, directions, volunteering opportunities and the weekend’s schedule, log on to www.celticfest.org. For up-to-the-minute information and updates, follow Celtic Classic on Twitter (@CelticClassic) and friend them on Facebook (facebook.com/CelticClassic).
For more information on the Parade of Shamrocks and other Celtic Cultural Alliance events, visit the organization’s website at www.celticfest.org.
Ask The Doc........
Technology can be wonderful!
by Dr. Gary Williams, DMD
garywilliamsdmd.com
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
garywilliamsdmd.com
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether “progress” is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
Slate Belt Senior Center
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
June's Events
Pool Tables available every morning and Tuesday and
Thursday afternoons.
Morning Stretch Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Friday 9:15 A.M.
Walking Club, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:30 A.M.
Crafts, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M
Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 9:00-11:00 A.M.
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 A.M.
Painting with instructor, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 P.M.
Diabetic nutrition counselor, Wednesday, June 1, 9:30-11:00 A.M.
Marc Blau will provide information on Homefront Magazine Wednesday, June 8, 10:30-11:15 A.M.
Roll the dice game, Thursday, June 9, 12:30 P.M
Baseball, Friday, June 10, 10:00 A.M.
ISSUING OF FARM MARKET COUPONS, Friday, June 10, 1:00-2:30 P.M.
Medicare Bingo, Tuesday, June 14, 9:30 A.M
Sr. Life presentation, Wednesday, June 15, 9:30-10:00 A.M.
Officers meeting Elections , Thursday, June 16, 9:00 A.M
Identity Thief-Attorney/Generals Office, Thursday, June 16, 10:00-11:00 A.M.
'DAY AT THE RACES"- PICNIC LUNCH AND MUSIC, Friday June 17, (other activities suspended)
ART SHOW, Tuesday, June 21, 9:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M.
COUNTY MEETING 2:00-3:00 P.M
Bingo and Ice Cream sponsored by New Eastwood, Friday, June 24 12:00 Noon
Tap Dancing, Tuesday, June 28, 12:30-1:15 P.M.
Bean Bags, Thursday, June 30, 9:30 A.M.
Pool Tables available every morning and Tuesday and
Thursday afternoons.
Morning Stretch Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Friday 9:15 A.M.
Walking Club, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:30 A.M.
Crafts, Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M
Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 9:00-11:00 A.M.
Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 A.M.
Painting with instructor, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 P.M.
Diabetic nutrition counselor, Wednesday, June 1, 9:30-11:00 A.M.
Marc Blau will provide information on Homefront Magazine Wednesday, June 8, 10:30-11:15 A.M.
Roll the dice game, Thursday, June 9, 12:30 P.M
Baseball, Friday, June 10, 10:00 A.M.
ISSUING OF FARM MARKET COUPONS, Friday, June 10, 1:00-2:30 P.M.
Medicare Bingo, Tuesday, June 14, 9:30 A.M
Sr. Life presentation, Wednesday, June 15, 9:30-10:00 A.M.
Officers meeting Elections , Thursday, June 16, 9:00 A.M
Identity Thief-Attorney/Generals Office, Thursday, June 16, 10:00-11:00 A.M.
'DAY AT THE RACES"- PICNIC LUNCH AND MUSIC, Friday June 17, (other activities suspended)
ART SHOW, Tuesday, June 21, 9:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M.
COUNTY MEETING 2:00-3:00 P.M
Bingo and Ice Cream sponsored by New Eastwood, Friday, June 24 12:00 Noon
Tap Dancing, Tuesday, June 28, 12:30-1:15 P.M.
Bean Bags, Thursday, June 30, 9:30 A.M.
Pen Argyl - June 2016
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