Freezing Rain Advisory According to NWS, a freezing rain advisory is in effect until 10:00am. This will create slippery travel during the morning commute. Take extra time to reach your destination this morning.
Today's Updates and Highlights..........
Scavello Appointed Chairman of Senate CommunityHarrisburg -- Senator Mario Scavello (R-40) has been appointed Chairman of the Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee for the 2017-18 legislative session by Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati (R-25).
The committee oversees state initiatives designed to boost community development and spur job creation, as well as regulations governing the gaming industry within Pennsylvania. “I am grateful to be appointed Chairman of the Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee and look forward to exploring ideas to promote economic development, tourism, job creation and most importantly, to increase economic growth and the health of our communities,” said Scavello. “In addition, gaming is providing funds to the state and local communities, and the committee will work to ensure that it continues to do so in a responsible manner.” Coming from an area that has a robust tourism industry, Senator Scavello indicated his desire to boost tourism across the Commonwealth and market the many attractions and natural beauty that Pennsylvania has to offer. Pen Argyl's Max Kukla shoots while Ben Hicks (2) prepares to rebound during the Knights' 31-28 loss to Bernards in the championship game of a Holiday Basketball Tourney at Belvidere. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Nick Pulsinelli Belt and Beyond
The American diet hasn't changed in years — except for this one thing Despite a slew of new studies, recommendations and nutrition fads ranging from gluten-free to paleo, the general American diet has not changed substantially since 2000, recent government data shows.
Between 2000 and 2010, the most recent year for which complete data is available, the average American’s daily caloric intake declined by a mere 2 percent. And the number of calories we get from each food group also has stayed largely constant. But one type of food has seen a huge change: The number of calories that the average American got from nuts jumped by 25 percent. And the amount of nuts that Americans consume has continued climbing. The findings, which were published as part of a Department of Agriculture analysis this month, derive from a data set called the Food Availability Data System. Instead of asking consumers what they eat after the fact, as nutrition surveys frequently do, FADS tracks the movement of agricultural commodities through the food system, adjusting for waste and providing a better long-term picture of the foods that Americans consume. That picture suggests that the broad food groups that make up our diet — dairy, vegetables, grains and so on — have remained relatively stable over time, even as individual foods in those groups have cycled in and out of popularity. (Americans eat more kale and fewer white potatoes now, for instance, than they did at the turn of the century.) Nuts and seeds are an exception: Their consumption has been increasing slowly since the USDA began tracking it in 1970. In the late 1990s, the pace increased — particularly for almonds, which were eaten at almost twice the rate in 2010 as they were in 2000. Peanuts, America’s most-consumed nut, also saw a smaller, but substantial, uptick. “Nut consumption has been on the increase since nutrition science about the importance of plant-based protein and the value of good unsaturated fats has evolved,” said Lauren Highfill Williams, a spokesperson for the National Peanut Board, an industry association. In 2014, per capita peanut availability — a proxy for consumption — hit 6.3 pounds per year. That’s up from 5.3 pounds in 2000. There’s little doubt that America’s new taste for peanuts, almonds and their ilk reflects the changed nutritional consensus on nuts, once considered far too fatty to be part of a healthy diet. A spate of studies in the late 1990s linked nuts to all kinds of positive health outcomes, from lower cholesterol and blood pressure to reduced risk of cardiovascular ailment. Over the past two decades, in fact, it’s become conventional nutritional wisdom that moderate nut consumption should be encouraged: Currently, the U.S. dietary guidelines recommend that non-vegetarians on a 2000-calorie diet eat 5 servings of nuts and seeds per week. That translates to roughly 9 almonds or two teaspoons of peanut butter per day. “Crunchy nuts are petite powerhouses of taste and nutrition,” writes the American Heart Association, which has specifically included nuts in its dietary guidelines since 2000. And yet, even with the recent increase, most Americans still aren’t meeting that recommendation, government data suggests. In fact, a full 6 in 10 Americans don’t eat any nuts in a given day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in June found that changes in nut consumption are highly dependent on both income and education: Between 1999-2000 and 2011-2012, respondents with less than a high school education decreased their nut consumption slightly. High school and college graduates ate proportionately more nuts over time, however. A similar pattern played out among low-income consumers: Those closest to the poverty line ate the least nuts to begin with, and increased their consumption the least over time. Of course, the National Peanut Board maintains that nuts and legumes should fit into everyone’s diet — and can fit into everyone’s budget, with a little finagling. Peanut butter remains one of the most cost-effective ways for consumers to get their recommended daily dose of nut proteins: In November, it averaged $2.54 per pound. That’s lower than all meats except poultry. “Consumers turn to peanut butter, in particular, during challenging economic times,” Highfill Williams said. She suggests pairing peanut butter with your next banana or adding chopped peanuts to tossed salads. Comment Form is loading comments...
Bangor defends Pen Argyl during the Slaters' 40-27 win over Pen Argyl in the consolation game of the Holiday Basketball Tournament at Bangor High School played Wednesday night. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
BAHS Hosting District 10 Chorus Bangor High School will host PMEA District 10 Chorus Concert: Friday, January 13, 7:00 pm and Saturday, January 14, 2:00 pm at the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. All are welcomed and admission is free.
Pen Argyl's Christian Scott (3) passes the ball during the Knights' 31-28 loss to Bernards in the championship game of a Holiday Basketball Tourney at Belvidere. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Nick Pulsinelli Belt and Beyond
Swearing-In Day The Pennsylvania House of Representatives will begin its 201st legislative session for the 2017-18 term this Tuesday, Jan. 3, with members taking the oath of office. The oath will begin at noon and the ceremony will also include the adoption of House rules, election of the Speaker of the House and a joint session with the state Senate to certify election results.
You can watch the proceedings at www.RepEmrick.com or www.RepHahn.com Bangor and Pen Argyl girls grapple for the ball during the Slaters' 40-27 win over Pen Argyl in the consolation game of the Holiday Basketball Tournament at Bangor High School played Wednesday night. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
East Bangor Pastie Sale The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, January 1st. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, January 3rd, at 3:30 p.m.
New Year's Day Bingo New Year's Day Bingo with a $2,150 jackpot will be held at Kemp American Legion, East Stroudsburg at 7:00pm, Doors open at 5:30. Tickets are $50 in advance or $60 at the door. Call/text Sharon at 570.656.7964 or Martha 570.801.2900 or Facebook: Cavalier Booster Bingo.
January 2 - Regular Event Calendar
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].
Special Future Events - See BelowCLICK HERE FOR 45-60 DAY CALENDARLooking Back...... January 2013Toy Boat will
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January 2, 1905 - The Russians surrendered to the Japanese after the Battle of Port Arthur during the Russian-Japanese War. In September of 1905, the Russians agreed to the Treaty of Portsmouth yielding Port Arthur and the Liaodong Peninsula to Japan. Russia also agreed to evacuate Manchuria and recognize Japan's interests in Korea.
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Health.....
Howie Mandel Wants You to Know the
Facts About AFib-Related Stroke
When celebrity game show host Howie Mandel was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib) not caused by a heart valve problem, he didn't know that he was one of approximately 5.8 million people living in the U.S. with the condition or that it put him at a five times greater risk of stroke.
"I was shocked when I learned how serious this condition is," said Mandel. "Since then, I've tried to learn everything I could about AFib. Now, I am challenging others to learn more about AFib and its increased risk of stroke at www.FibsOrFacts.com."
Fibs or Facts
The Emmy(R)-nominated game show host makes a living challenging people, and now he's teamed up with Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer to encourage people to test their knowledge of AFib and its increased risk of stroke with the Fibs or Facts educational campaign.
"Because AFib is really close to my heart, it is important to me to share my experience with it and help others learn more about AFib and its increased risk of stroke," said Mandel.
Mandel is encouraging people to visit www.FibsOrFacts.com to take the Fibs or Facts quiz to test their knowledge while raising money for National Stroke Association. For each person who completes the quiz, Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer will make a $1 donation to National Stroke Association, up to $25,000.
A medical opinion
"Nearly one in four people over the age of 40 will develop AFib," said Dr. Annabelle Volgman of Rush University Medical Center. "Yet many people are unfamiliar with the condition and its increased risk of stroke," said Dr. Volgman.
With AFib, the top chambers of your heart (the atria) do not contract properly to push blood through the heart. As a result, some blood remains in the atria, which can pool, and a clot may form. These clots can travel to the brain, blocking or limiting blood flow, and result in a stroke. In fact, 15 percent of strokes are attributable to AFib not caused by a heart valve problem.
If you have AFib not caused by a heart valve problem, it's important to talk to your doctor about treatment options that can help reduce the risk of stroke.
The Fibs or Facts campaign is sponsored by Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer. Howie Mandel is a paid spokesperson.
"I was shocked when I learned how serious this condition is," said Mandel. "Since then, I've tried to learn everything I could about AFib. Now, I am challenging others to learn more about AFib and its increased risk of stroke at www.FibsOrFacts.com."
Fibs or Facts
The Emmy(R)-nominated game show host makes a living challenging people, and now he's teamed up with Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer to encourage people to test their knowledge of AFib and its increased risk of stroke with the Fibs or Facts educational campaign.
"Because AFib is really close to my heart, it is important to me to share my experience with it and help others learn more about AFib and its increased risk of stroke," said Mandel.
Mandel is encouraging people to visit www.FibsOrFacts.com to take the Fibs or Facts quiz to test their knowledge while raising money for National Stroke Association. For each person who completes the quiz, Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer will make a $1 donation to National Stroke Association, up to $25,000.
A medical opinion
"Nearly one in four people over the age of 40 will develop AFib," said Dr. Annabelle Volgman of Rush University Medical Center. "Yet many people are unfamiliar with the condition and its increased risk of stroke," said Dr. Volgman.
With AFib, the top chambers of your heart (the atria) do not contract properly to push blood through the heart. As a result, some blood remains in the atria, which can pool, and a clot may form. These clots can travel to the brain, blocking or limiting blood flow, and result in a stroke. In fact, 15 percent of strokes are attributable to AFib not caused by a heart valve problem.
If you have AFib not caused by a heart valve problem, it's important to talk to your doctor about treatment options that can help reduce the risk of stroke.
The Fibs or Facts campaign is sponsored by Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer. Howie Mandel is a paid spokesperson.
Finance....
Financially Fit: Five Steps
to Get a Handle on Your Credit
After countless hours spent holiday shopping, you finally finished. Now, you're faced with the credit card payments as you roll into the new year. While it may have been difficult to keep your finances - particularly your credit cards - top of mind amid the dash from store to store, those payments aren't going anywhere.
Managing your credit can seem like a daunting task - but it doesn't have to be. Even if you've blown your budget and maxed out your cards, you can still take control of your credit and become financially fit.
Here are five things you should do right now to help get your credit back on track and sustain your financial reputation all year long:
Review your credit report. Start with taking a comprehensive look at what's there, good and bad. Make sure you thoroughly review your report for any errors or mistakes, especially after the holidays. Tools like AnnualCreditReport.com let you check your report annually for free. It's also a good idea to check your credit score to see if it's dropped and to give you a basis for comparison moving forward. Resources such as Credit.com allow you to easily pull your score.
Know what you owe. Tally up those balances and determine your debt to credit ratio - that is, the amount of money you owe on your cards versus your available credit, which accounts for approximately 30 percent of your credit score. If you're using more than half of your available credit, this will likely lower your credit score. This means that if you have three credit cards with a combined limit of $10,000, your total balance should be below $5,000.
Be sure to pay your bills on time and at more than the monthly minimum. Sure, it's intuitive, but simply paying your bills on time accounts for about 35 percent of your credit score. Start with your holiday shopping bills and make sure that at least the minimum required balance is paid - even if you can't pay them in full.- Also, pay more than the minimum payment every month to pay down your balance faster and decrease interest charges.
Pay off the card with the highest interest rate first. These are the cards that are costing you the most, so paying them off ahead of a card with a lower interest rate will save you more money in the long run.
Keep your cards open. Unless you have a compelling reason to close a card - for instance, if you're paying a large fee on it - it's best not to close credit cards, especially ones where you have a long positive payment history. When closing a card, not only can your debt to credit ratio increase, you also end up losing the history associated with the card and change the mix of your credit, which could negatively impact your score. And, in the future, do your research before signing on that dotted line. It may have been tempting to open up a retail store credit card to save 15 percent on a recent purchase, but those savings are now ultimately going to end up on your billing statement as interest. Instead, look for a card that works with your lifestyle. Review your options and find a card with a great rewards program and the lowest interest rate possible.
To learn more about budgeting, credit and personal finance, check out a recent Google Hangout, Better Money Habits: Understanding Credit. You can also visit BetterMoneyHabits.com, a free platform from Bank of America in partnership with the Khan Academy offering dozens of personal finance videos on everything from using credit to saving and budgeting that you can watch any time.
Managing your credit can seem like a daunting task - but it doesn't have to be. Even if you've blown your budget and maxed out your cards, you can still take control of your credit and become financially fit.
Here are five things you should do right now to help get your credit back on track and sustain your financial reputation all year long:
Review your credit report. Start with taking a comprehensive look at what's there, good and bad. Make sure you thoroughly review your report for any errors or mistakes, especially after the holidays. Tools like AnnualCreditReport.com let you check your report annually for free. It's also a good idea to check your credit score to see if it's dropped and to give you a basis for comparison moving forward. Resources such as Credit.com allow you to easily pull your score.
Know what you owe. Tally up those balances and determine your debt to credit ratio - that is, the amount of money you owe on your cards versus your available credit, which accounts for approximately 30 percent of your credit score. If you're using more than half of your available credit, this will likely lower your credit score. This means that if you have three credit cards with a combined limit of $10,000, your total balance should be below $5,000.
Be sure to pay your bills on time and at more than the monthly minimum. Sure, it's intuitive, but simply paying your bills on time accounts for about 35 percent of your credit score. Start with your holiday shopping bills and make sure that at least the minimum required balance is paid - even if you can't pay them in full.- Also, pay more than the minimum payment every month to pay down your balance faster and decrease interest charges.
Pay off the card with the highest interest rate first. These are the cards that are costing you the most, so paying them off ahead of a card with a lower interest rate will save you more money in the long run.
Keep your cards open. Unless you have a compelling reason to close a card - for instance, if you're paying a large fee on it - it's best not to close credit cards, especially ones where you have a long positive payment history. When closing a card, not only can your debt to credit ratio increase, you also end up losing the history associated with the card and change the mix of your credit, which could negatively impact your score. And, in the future, do your research before signing on that dotted line. It may have been tempting to open up a retail store credit card to save 15 percent on a recent purchase, but those savings are now ultimately going to end up on your billing statement as interest. Instead, look for a card that works with your lifestyle. Review your options and find a card with a great rewards program and the lowest interest rate possible.
To learn more about budgeting, credit and personal finance, check out a recent Google Hangout, Better Money Habits: Understanding Credit. You can also visit BetterMoneyHabits.com, a free platform from Bank of America in partnership with the Khan Academy offering dozens of personal finance videos on everything from using credit to saving and budgeting that you can watch any time.
Snowshoes and Hiking Poles AvailableWhen:Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg’s trails this winter! Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, usually at least five inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected]. You can check our website for current winter conditions and snow depth. 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. DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM at 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]. 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. BAHS 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 |
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January 3
Swearing-In Day
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives will begin its 201st legislative session for the 2017-18 term this Tuesday, Jan. 3, with members taking the oath of office. The oath will begin at noon and the ceremony will also include the adoption of House rules, election of the Speaker of the House and a joint session with the state Senate to certify election results.
You can watch the proceedings at www.RepEmrick.com or www.RepHahn.com
You can watch the proceedings at www.RepEmrick.com or www.RepHahn.com
January 5
Pocono Arts January 2017 Studio Class
STROUDSBURG – The Pocono Arts Council will offer the following classes during the month of January. Classes, unless noted otherwise, are held at the Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. Seventh St., Stroudsburg. To register call PoconoArts at 570-476-4460 or register on line at www.poconoarts.org.
ONGOING OIL PAINTING
Instructor John McAllister
Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm
January 5, 12, 19, 26
This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process.
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
ONGOING OIL PAINTING
Instructor John McAllister
Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm
January 5, 12, 19, 26
This ongoing workshop focuses on the individual, helping them to develop their own personal style and technique working with the oil medium. Learn how to develop your painting by understanding drawing and composition. Working at your own pace, you pick the subject while the instructor guides you through the painting process.
Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85: Senior Member $65/Non-Member $75
January 8
Pocono Arts January 2017 Studio Class
STROUDSBURG – The Pocono Arts Council will offer the following classes during the month of January. Classes, unless noted otherwise, are held at the Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. Seventh St., Stroudsburg. To register call PoconoArts at 570-476-4460 or register on line at www.poconoarts.org.
ONGOING INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
Instructor Iraina Caramelli
Sundays 1-4pm
January 8, 15, 22, 29
Come join us in this ongoing watercolor journey and discover the flexibility of this wonderful medium. We will cover composition, form, shapes and definitely color!!! Students can work from photos that they have taken or utilize the still life that will be set up during each workshop. A very free approach will be explored where your creativity takes wing. JOIN THE JOURNEY!
Tuition: Member $100/Non-Member $110: Senior Member $90/Non-Member $100
ONGOING INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
Instructor Iraina Caramelli
Sundays 1-4pm
January 8, 15, 22, 29
Come join us in this ongoing watercolor journey and discover the flexibility of this wonderful medium. We will cover composition, form, shapes and definitely color!!! Students can work from photos that they have taken or utilize the still life that will be set up during each workshop. A very free approach will be explored where your creativity takes wing. JOIN THE JOURNEY!
Tuition: Member $100/Non-Member $110: Senior Member $90/Non-Member $100
East Bangor Love Feast
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will celebrate a "Love Feast" during the worship service on Sunday, January 8th at 9:15 a.m (rescheduled from December). A "Love Feast" is a special service of song, prayer and food. Although deriving from the Moravian tradition, the "Love Feast" was brought to the Methodist church by John Wesley in 1738 after traveling to America with the Moravians.
During the service Moravian love feast buns and coffee will be served. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Pastor David Goss welcomes all calls at 610-588-4453, or visit www.ebumc.org.
During the service Moravian love feast buns and coffee will be served. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Pastor David Goss welcomes all calls at 610-588-4453, or visit www.ebumc.org.
January 9
Biosolid Project Meeting in Plainfield
• Officials behind the $20 million Slate Belt Heat Recovery Center, including Synagro Technologies Inc., plan to hold public information sessions from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co., 6480 Sullivan Trail, and 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 10 at Weona Park Community Center off Route 512 in Pen Argyl.
• The Plainfield Township Planning Commission will next review the project 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at the fire hall on Sullivan Trail.
• For more information, visit synagro.com/locations/sbhrc.
• The Plainfield Township Planning Commission will next review the project 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at the fire hall on Sullivan Trail.
• For more information, visit synagro.com/locations/sbhrc.
NCC RN/LPN Free Information Session
Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold a free information session about its RN/LPN Reactivation Program on Monday, January 9, from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., at the Fowler Family Southside Center, room 505, 411 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
RN/LPN program classes, which will start in January, are designed for nurses who have been out of the workforce and are interested in returning, nursing graduates who need to review for the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Exam), and international nurses wishing to practice in Pennsylvania.
Registration is required. To register for the information session, visit Northampton.edu/NursingCE. For more information call 610-332-8665.
RN/LPN program classes, which will start in January, are designed for nurses who have been out of the workforce and are interested in returning, nursing graduates who need to review for the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Exam), and international nurses wishing to practice in Pennsylvania.
Registration is required. To register for the information session, visit Northampton.edu/NursingCE. For more information call 610-332-8665.
Pocono Arts January 2017 Studio Class
STROUDSBURG – The Pocono Arts Council will offer the following classes during the month of January. Classes, unless noted otherwise, are held at the Pocono Arts Cultural Center, 18 N. Seventh St., Stroudsburg. To register call PoconoArts at 570-476-4460 or register on line at www.poconoarts.org.
Painting with a Palette Knife
Instructor Linda Stockman
4 weeks, January 9, 16, 23. 30, Monday 6-8pm
Painting with a palette knife gives the artist a very unique, impasto style used by many Impressionistic Masters. Students will paint a subject of choice using palette knives and acrylic paint. No brushes will be utilized in this workshop.
Tuition: Member $60/Non-Member $70: Senior Member $50/Non-Member $60
Painting with a Palette Knife
Instructor Linda Stockman
4 weeks, January 9, 16, 23. 30, Monday 6-8pm
Painting with a palette knife gives the artist a very unique, impasto style used by many Impressionistic Masters. Students will paint a subject of choice using palette knives and acrylic paint. No brushes will be utilized in this workshop.
Tuition: Member $60/Non-Member $70: Senior Member $50/Non-Member $60
Bangor Elks Yoga
The Bangor Elks Lodge is now offering Yoga beginning Monday, January 9 and running six weeks through February 13 starting at 6:45 PM. The cost is $60. Walk-ins are welcome at $12 per week. Remit to Bangor Elks, 120 Broadway Bangor. Beginners welcome.
January 10
Biosolid Project Meeting in Pen Aryl
• Officials behind the $20 million Slate Belt Heat Recovery Center, including Synagro Technologies Inc., plan to hold public information sessions from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co., 6480 Sullivan Trail, and 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 10 at Weona Park Community Center off Route 512 in Pen Argyl.
• The Plainfield Township Planning Commission will next review the project 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at the fire hall on Sullivan Trail.
• For more information, visit synagro.com/locations/sbhrc.
• The Plainfield Township Planning Commission will next review the project 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at the fire hall on Sullivan Trail.
• For more information, visit synagro.com/locations/sbhrc.
Free Workshop on Locating Grant Sources
Free Workshop on Locating Grant Sources to be Held at Northampton Community College
Representatives from non-profit agencies who want to learn more about locating grant sources are invited to register to attend a free workshop at Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Mack Library, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township, on Tuesday, Jan. 10 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. It will highlight services provided by the Foundation Center, and introduce the Foundation Directory Online database that comprises information on over 100,000 grant makers. Participants will have an opportunity to use the online database, and should bring a flashdrive to save information.
To make a reservation call 610-861-5358 between Dec. 1 – 23, 2016, or Jan. 3-6, 2017.
Free Workshop on Locating Grant Sources to be Held at Northampton Community College
Representatives from non-profit agencies who want to learn more about locating grant sources are invited to register to attend a free workshop at Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Mack Library, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township, on Tuesday, Jan. 10 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. It will highlight services provided by the Foundation Center, and introduce the Foundation Directory Online database that comprises information on over 100,000 grant makers. Participants will have an opportunity to use the online database, and should bring a flashdrive to save information.
To make a reservation call 610-861-5358 between Dec. 1 – 23, 2016, or Jan. 3-6, 2017.
January 11
Learn to Start and Operate a Business at NCC Seminar
For aspiring business owners and people interested in Lehigh Valley commerce, Northampton Community College (NCC) is offering a seminar, “The Fab Lab, the Lehigh Valley and the Entrepreneur,” on Wednesday, January 11, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., at the Fab Lab at NCC’s Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem.
The seminar will show the ways an entrepreneur can find support to begin a business in the Lehigh Valley. The course covers conceptual design, prototyping, manufacturing, fulfillment, business planning, financial incentives and investors, and legal and professional options. For those not starting a business, participants can learn how the local economy is growing and thriving. The seminar will be taught by Harvard graduate Henry Ancker and NCC Fab Lab Director Jeffrey Boerner.
The NCC Fab Lab, which began in 2011, offers open access to state-of-the-art technologies, including a full metal and woodshop, 3-D printers, laser cutters, a sound lab, a guitar-making studio, recording studio, cold casting, and more. The fab lab has 80 classes and 27 instructors that include master craftsmen, entrepreneurs and expert technicians. It is open to the entire community---individuals, companies, and students.
The fee is $110. For more information call 610-332-8665. To register, visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn and click on the Fab Lab section.
The seminar will show the ways an entrepreneur can find support to begin a business in the Lehigh Valley. The course covers conceptual design, prototyping, manufacturing, fulfillment, business planning, financial incentives and investors, and legal and professional options. For those not starting a business, participants can learn how the local economy is growing and thriving. The seminar will be taught by Harvard graduate Henry Ancker and NCC Fab Lab Director Jeffrey Boerner.
The NCC Fab Lab, which began in 2011, offers open access to state-of-the-art technologies, including a full metal and woodshop, 3-D printers, laser cutters, a sound lab, a guitar-making studio, recording studio, cold casting, and more. The fab lab has 80 classes and 27 instructors that include master craftsmen, entrepreneurs and expert technicians. It is open to the entire community---individuals, companies, and students.
The fee is $110. For more information call 610-332-8665. To register, visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn and click on the Fab Lab section.
PA Farm Show Bus Trip
The Pennsylvania Farm Show is a great way to learn about farming, agriculture, and where your food comes from, and you don’t want to miss it! Here is your chance to beat the traffic by taking a bus coordinated by Lehigh County 4-H and Penn State Extension.
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 Price $30/person
8:00 a.m. — Depart Lehigh County Ag Center, 4184 Dorney Park Road, Allentown
3:30 p.m. — Depart PA Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg
5:00 p.m. — Arrive at Lehigh County Ag Center (approximately)
The day's events include agricultural education demonstrations, cooking demonstrations, plus all the exhibits and outstanding Pennsylvania food products. We will provide a schedule of events when you get on the bus.
For more information call the Lehigh County Extension office at 610-391-9840 or email [email protected].
The Pennsylvania Farm Show is a great way to learn about farming, agriculture, and where your food comes from, and you don’t want to miss it! Here is your chance to beat the traffic by taking a bus coordinated by Lehigh County 4-H and Penn State Extension.
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 Price $30/person
8:00 a.m. — Depart Lehigh County Ag Center, 4184 Dorney Park Road, Allentown
3:30 p.m. — Depart PA Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg
5:00 p.m. — Arrive at Lehigh County Ag Center (approximately)
The day's events include agricultural education demonstrations, cooking demonstrations, plus all the exhibits and outstanding Pennsylvania food products. We will provide a schedule of events when you get on the bus.
For more information call the Lehigh County Extension office at 610-391-9840 or email [email protected].
January 14
BAHS Hosting District 10 Chorus
Bangor High School will host PMEA District 10 Chorus Concert: Friday, January 13, 7:00 pm and Saturday, January 14, 2:00 pm at the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. All are welcomed and admission is free.
Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot
The annual Bangor Elks Lodge 1106 sponsored “Hoop Shoot” free throw contest will be held at Washington Elementary Gym on Saturday, January 14 at 1:00 P. M. Youngsters from Bangor, Pen Argyl, Faith Christian, Easton, Nazareth, Wilson, and Notre Dame are welcome to compete. You can register at the school on the day of the contest at 12:30 P. M. when the doors open.
First place winners and runner-ups will receive plaques with the first place winner advancing to district competition on January 28, 2017 hosted by the Bangor Elks Lodge.This is the forty-fifth year for this youth national event.
Should you have any questions, call Pete Nell at 610-295-2334 or Glenn Miller at 610-703-0070.
First place winners and runner-ups will receive plaques with the first place winner advancing to district competition on January 28, 2017 hosted by the Bangor Elks Lodge.This is the forty-fifth year for this youth national event.
Should you have any questions, call Pete Nell at 610-295-2334 or Glenn Miller at 610-703-0070.
January 21
Trappers Fur Auction
January 21st, 2017-Pennsylvania Trappers Association District 10 Live Bid Fur Auction at **NEW LOCATION** Stockertown Rod & Gun Club (205 Le Fevre Rd. Stockertown, PA 18083),. Doors open at 8am, auction starts at 9am. PTA membership and furtaker's license required. Contact: Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.-332-6585.
January 27
Columcille's Annual Women's Retreat Weekend
Columcille's Annual Women's Retreat Weekend will be held January 27th thru January 29th, 2017.
Registrations must be received by January 25th! Please feel free to Share this with a special woman in your life who deserves a weekend retreat.
("We realize that times are financially difficult for many. If you cannot afford to come yet feel strongly called to be with us, please let us know! There are a few partial scholarships available plus Credit Cards can be accepted by contacting Beth at [email protected] for details.")
We are very excited to announce that Columcille's Annual Women's Retreat will once again be held at the Kirkridge Farmhouse.
Keeping with tradition, the Women of Columcille invite you to come celebrate and honor our beloved Brighid, Goddess of Fire and Water. It is also that time of year when life slowly begins to flow and move underneath. It is the return of 'Light', the beginning of Spring also known as Imbolc 'flowing of ewe's milk' when it was all agrarian society. Let's celebrate and prepare ourselves for the return of 'Light' once again through ceremony, song, ritual and camaraderie of all your Sistars or just take 'me' time, walk the land, meditate and reflect!
Of course, there is play time for the 'inner child' to create and express herself with our craft time! Later we honor Brighid with a healing Fire ceremony, followed by our deeply bonding bonfire gathering with song, chants, and 'placing of cloths' for Brighid's Blessings. Then let off 'steam' from all that fire work with a pulsating drumming circle!
Gift yourself with the richly rewarding and fulfilling retreat experience, whether it be just one day or the whole weekend. It promises to be one of joy, growth, new friends, self-discovery and empowerment - doing 'inner work' has never been so rewarding! We look forward to 'connecting' with all our Sistars!
For full information on the retreat and registration information please click HERE to view and download the Brighid Retreat Program and Registration.
Registrations must be received by January 25th! Please feel free to Share this with a special woman in your life who deserves a weekend retreat.
("We realize that times are financially difficult for many. If you cannot afford to come yet feel strongly called to be with us, please let us know! There are a few partial scholarships available plus Credit Cards can be accepted by contacting Beth at [email protected] for details.")
We are very excited to announce that Columcille's Annual Women's Retreat will once again be held at the Kirkridge Farmhouse.
Keeping with tradition, the Women of Columcille invite you to come celebrate and honor our beloved Brighid, Goddess of Fire and Water. It is also that time of year when life slowly begins to flow and move underneath. It is the return of 'Light', the beginning of Spring also known as Imbolc 'flowing of ewe's milk' when it was all agrarian society. Let's celebrate and prepare ourselves for the return of 'Light' once again through ceremony, song, ritual and camaraderie of all your Sistars or just take 'me' time, walk the land, meditate and reflect!
Of course, there is play time for the 'inner child' to create and express herself with our craft time! Later we honor Brighid with a healing Fire ceremony, followed by our deeply bonding bonfire gathering with song, chants, and 'placing of cloths' for Brighid's Blessings. Then let off 'steam' from all that fire work with a pulsating drumming circle!
Gift yourself with the richly rewarding and fulfilling retreat experience, whether it be just one day or the whole weekend. It promises to be one of joy, growth, new friends, self-discovery and empowerment - doing 'inner work' has never been so rewarding! We look forward to 'connecting' with all our Sistars!
For full information on the retreat and registration information please click HERE to view and download the Brighid Retreat Program and Registration.
February 11
Liz Tech Bingo
Liz Tech bingo will be held at the Portland Hook and Ladder Fire Company # one Saturday, February 11. Tickets are $25 in advance. Sponsorships available. Doors open at 11 AM. Bingo starts at 1 PM. More info: call Stephanie at 610-216-6716.
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.
January Events
Craft & Chat Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M
Cards, Tuesdays, January 24, 31, 12:15-2:00 P.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Exercise , Wednesdays, 10:00 A.M.
Afternoon with the Arts, Thursday, 12:15 P.M.
Crafts with Bev, Thursdays, January 5,19. 10:00 A.M.
Pool Tables are available every morning & Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons
TV, Library and Computers available daily
CLOSED JANUARY 2,
HAPPY NEW YEAR
BEAN BAGS, FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 10:00 A.M.
AARP MEETING, MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 1:30 P.M.
POKER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 12;15-2;00 P.M.
BASEBALL, FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 10:00 A.M.
CLOSED JANUARY 16, MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
COUNCIL MEETING, THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 9;00 A.M.
EVENT COMMITTEE MEETING, JANUARY 19, 12;15 P.M.
SUNDAE'S ON FRIDAY, FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 12;15 P.M.
FARKLE, THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 12:15-2:00 P.M.
WINTER BLUES, FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 10:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M
Pen Argyl - January 2017
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Snowfall 2016-17
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Nov. 27 |
1.00 |
1.00 |
Dec. 5 |
1.50 |
2.50 |
Dec. 6 |
1.00 |
3.00 |
Dec. 11 |
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3.50 |
Dec. 17 |
2.00 |
5.00 |
Dec. 29 |
2.50 |
7.50 |
Blue Mt. Library New Books
Adult Fiction:
The Whole Town's Talking, Fannie Flagg
Everything We keep, Kerry Lonsdale
Cross The Line, James Patterson
Chasing Shadows, Karen Harper
Chaos, Patricia Cornwell
The German Girl, Armando Correa
Girl In The Afternoon, Serena Burdick
The Orphan Mother, Robert Hicks
The Hopefuls, Jennifer Close
Perfume River, Robert Butler
The Invitation, Lucy Foley
The Golden Son, Shilpi Gowda
The Food Of Love, Amanda Prowse
Queen Of The Cookbooks, Ashton Lee
Monsoon Summer, Julia Gregson
Adult Large Print:
Just Fine With Caroline, Annie Noblin
Twilight At Blueberry Barrens, Colleen Coble
The Life She Wants, Robyn Carr
Island Of Glass, Nora Roberts
Adult Non-Fiction:
Courage To Soar, Simone Biles
Ray & Joan, Lisa Napoli
The Whole Town's Talking, Fannie Flagg
Everything We keep, Kerry Lonsdale
Cross The Line, James Patterson
Chasing Shadows, Karen Harper
Chaos, Patricia Cornwell
The German Girl, Armando Correa
Girl In The Afternoon, Serena Burdick
The Orphan Mother, Robert Hicks
The Hopefuls, Jennifer Close
Perfume River, Robert Butler
The Invitation, Lucy Foley
The Golden Son, Shilpi Gowda
The Food Of Love, Amanda Prowse
Queen Of The Cookbooks, Ashton Lee
Monsoon Summer, Julia Gregson
Adult Large Print:
Just Fine With Caroline, Annie Noblin
Twilight At Blueberry Barrens, Colleen Coble
The Life She Wants, Robyn Carr
Island Of Glass, Nora Roberts
Adult Non-Fiction:
Courage To Soar, Simone Biles
Ray & Joan, Lisa Napoli
Bangor Library New Books
(Dec. 22 - Dec. 28)
Adult Fiction
The Loving Cup by Winston Graham
The Winter People by Jennifer Mcmahon
The Seventh Plague by James Rollins
Rise to Rebellion by Jeff Shaara
All Is Not Forgotten by Wendy Walker
A Chesapeake Shores Christmas by Sherryl Woods.
Young Adult Fiction
Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon.
Easy Fiction
Disney Friends and Heroes
Elmo by Art Mawhinney;
Revenge of the Dinotrux by Chris Gall
Merry Pinkmas! By Victoria Kann
Moody Cow Meditates by Kerry Lee Maclean.
Easy Reader Fiction
Ride, Fly Guy,ride! by Tedd Arnold.
Easy Reader non Fiction
Fly Guy Presents: Firefighters by Tedd Arnold.
Dvds
The Land Before Time Double Feature 2 Great Movies Featuring Chomper;
The Land Before Time 2 Big Dino-riddic Adventures
The Land Before Time 3 Movie Fun Pack; 90 Minutes in Heaven.
Audio Books Fiction
A Low Country Christmas by Mary Alice Monroe
Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult.
(Dec. 22 - Dec. 28)
Adult Fiction
The Loving Cup by Winston Graham
The Winter People by Jennifer Mcmahon
The Seventh Plague by James Rollins
Rise to Rebellion by Jeff Shaara
All Is Not Forgotten by Wendy Walker
A Chesapeake Shores Christmas by Sherryl Woods.
Young Adult Fiction
Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon.
Easy Fiction
Disney Friends and Heroes
Elmo by Art Mawhinney;
Revenge of the Dinotrux by Chris Gall
Merry Pinkmas! By Victoria Kann
Moody Cow Meditates by Kerry Lee Maclean.
Easy Reader Fiction
Ride, Fly Guy,ride! by Tedd Arnold.
Easy Reader non Fiction
Fly Guy Presents: Firefighters by Tedd Arnold.
Dvds
The Land Before Time Double Feature 2 Great Movies Featuring Chomper;
The Land Before Time 2 Big Dino-riddic Adventures
The Land Before Time 3 Movie Fun Pack; 90 Minutes in Heaven.
Audio Books Fiction
A Low Country Christmas by Mary Alice Monroe
Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult.