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Bangor Womens Club (GFWC) Card Party
The Bangor Womens Club (GFWC) will be hosting a card/game party on Thursday April 16, 2015 at 11:30 am at Prince of Peace Church, Johnsonville, PA. Sandwich and salad lunch with homemade cake will be served. Tickets to attend are $10. Anyone interested in attending please call Ellen at 570-897-5787 for information and reservations.
Pen Argyl Girl in NCC's Les Liaisons Dangereuses
Sarah Thatcher of Pen Argyl will play a role when Northampton Community College stages Les Liaisons Dangereuses in April.The play, by Christopher Hampton, is about a viscount and a marquis, rivals who engage in cruel games and manipulation of others.
The play was adapted in 1985 from a novel of the same title written in 1782. Performances will be held Thursday, April 16; Friday, April 17; Saturday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, April 19, at 3:00 p.m. at the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem NCC, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Les Liaisons Dangereuses was made into two popular movies, the first starring Glenn Close, John Malkovitch and Michelle Pfeiffer. Another version, a modern adaptation titled Cruel Intentions, starred Sarah Michelle Geller, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillipe.
Admission to the play is free with a donation of non-perishable food items or a donation to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund. Reservations are suggested. Call 610-861-5524 or e-mail NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu.
The play was adapted in 1985 from a novel of the same title written in 1782. Performances will be held Thursday, April 16; Friday, April 17; Saturday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, April 19, at 3:00 p.m. at the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem NCC, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Les Liaisons Dangereuses was made into two popular movies, the first starring Glenn Close, John Malkovitch and Michelle Pfeiffer. Another version, a modern adaptation titled Cruel Intentions, starred Sarah Michelle Geller, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillipe.
Admission to the play is free with a donation of non-perishable food items or a donation to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund. Reservations are suggested. Call 610-861-5524 or e-mail NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu.
Slate Belt Idol Contest
Families First will be holding it 10th Annual Slate Belt Idol contest on Friday,April 17, 2015 in the Wind Gap Middle School Auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 pm and contest begins at 7:00 pm. Admission $5.00 for adults and for students and seniors $3.00.
The Contest Host is Carol Scarangello and the Judges are Bob Krome, Nick Kessler and Rick New. Music Director John Scarangello.
This years contestants are:
Craig Adderly, Conroe, Texas, Kelli Hall 30 - Bangor,PA, Emily Hinton18 - Pen Argyl, PA, Jenny Marie Smith 17 - Wind Gap, PA, Melissa Devery 18, Ashley Phelps 27 - Pen Argyl, PA, Justine Itterly, Kaitlyn O'Brien 16 - Pen Argyl, PA, Amber Glose, Rob Marsteller - Pen Argyl, PA
Come out and vote for your favorite Contestant. There will be 2 rounds of voting and each vote is $1.00. After the first round of voting intermission they will announce the final four Contestants who will compete for the Title of Slate Belt Idol. The 2nd voting will take place to determine the winner. There will also be a 50/50 Raffle.
Families First is a Non- Profit organization providing programs for families in need. All proceeds from this event are used to assist our programs.
If there are questions please contact me at the contact information below. Frank W. Jones, Jr. Director, Families First, 1620 Teels Road, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. P 610-863-3688. Fax 610-863-3817.
The Contest Host is Carol Scarangello and the Judges are Bob Krome, Nick Kessler and Rick New. Music Director John Scarangello.
This years contestants are:
Craig Adderly, Conroe, Texas, Kelli Hall 30 - Bangor,PA, Emily Hinton18 - Pen Argyl, PA, Jenny Marie Smith 17 - Wind Gap, PA, Melissa Devery 18, Ashley Phelps 27 - Pen Argyl, PA, Justine Itterly, Kaitlyn O'Brien 16 - Pen Argyl, PA, Amber Glose, Rob Marsteller - Pen Argyl, PA
Come out and vote for your favorite Contestant. There will be 2 rounds of voting and each vote is $1.00. After the first round of voting intermission they will announce the final four Contestants who will compete for the Title of Slate Belt Idol. The 2nd voting will take place to determine the winner. There will also be a 50/50 Raffle.
Families First is a Non- Profit organization providing programs for families in need. All proceeds from this event are used to assist our programs.
If there are questions please contact me at the contact information below. Frank W. Jones, Jr. Director, Families First, 1620 Teels Road, Pen Argyl, PA 18072. P 610-863-3688. Fax 610-863-3817.
NCC Offers Parent/Grandparent and Child Classes
Children and their parent or grandparent form a special bond when they take classes together!
Northampton Community College will offer Horizons for Youth classes for children and a parent or grandparent in April and May. Classes include:
Golf for Parents and Kids. For children age 7 and up. Fridays, April 17-May 8, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Arthur L. Spartan Center, Bethlehem Campus. Fee: $75.
Archery for Parents & Kids. For children aged 8 and up. Sundays, April 12 – May 17, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m., Parking lot, south part of Bethlehem Campus. Fee: $89.
Tennis for Kids and Parents: Children must be age 7 or older. Saturdays, April 18 – May 9, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Bethlehem Campus, tennis courts. Fee: $59.
Pie Making for Kids and Parents. Saturday, May 9, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Bethlehem Campus, Alumni Hall. Fee: $49
To register, go to www.northampton.edu/lifelearn or call toll-free 1-877-543-0998.
Each registration admits one adult and child pair.
Northampton Community College will offer Horizons for Youth classes for children and a parent or grandparent in April and May. Classes include:
Golf for Parents and Kids. For children age 7 and up. Fridays, April 17-May 8, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Arthur L. Spartan Center, Bethlehem Campus. Fee: $75.
Archery for Parents & Kids. For children aged 8 and up. Sundays, April 12 – May 17, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m., Parking lot, south part of Bethlehem Campus. Fee: $89.
Tennis for Kids and Parents: Children must be age 7 or older. Saturdays, April 18 – May 9, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Bethlehem Campus, tennis courts. Fee: $59.
Pie Making for Kids and Parents. Saturday, May 9, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Bethlehem Campus, Alumni Hall. Fee: $49
To register, go to www.northampton.edu/lifelearn or call toll-free 1-877-543-0998.
Each registration admits one adult and child pair.
Blue and White Annual Royal Gala
The Blue and White will be honoring the class of 1965, The Detzi Brothers, and Philip Fusacchia who have done commendable things for Pius, the community, and have created a successful life.
The Royal Gala will be held at Terraview in Stroudsmoor from 6-10pm. More information on ticket and ad prices and how to purchase to follow.
Cocktail Hour begins at 6:00pm. Tickets are $125 per person... $1000 for table of 8. Twenty one and over event.
The Royal Gala will be held at Terraview in Stroudsmoor from 6-10pm. More information on ticket and ad prices and how to purchase to follow.
Cocktail Hour begins at 6:00pm. Tickets are $125 per person... $1000 for table of 8. Twenty one and over event.
Jacobsburg Speaker Series
Geoff Reese - “The Return on the Environment” (It’s all about the Benjamins! $$$)
Friday, April 17, 7:00-8:00 PM
Sure, animals are cute and fun to look at, their watersheds provide clean drinking water, and trails are a great place to get healthy, but let’s get real...CONSERVATION IS ALL ABOUT THE MONEY! Come learn about the real deal value of our natural resources. How much value is added to your home because you live near preserved land or a park? What is the dollar and cents value to protecting our waterways? Geoff Reese from the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission will be here to answer all your questions. To register, call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov
Friday, April 17, 7:00-8:00 PM
Sure, animals are cute and fun to look at, their watersheds provide clean drinking water, and trails are a great place to get healthy, but let’s get real...CONSERVATION IS ALL ABOUT THE MONEY! Come learn about the real deal value of our natural resources. How much value is added to your home because you live near preserved land or a park? What is the dollar and cents value to protecting our waterways? Geoff Reese from the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission will be here to answer all your questions. To register, call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov
TRAFFIC ALERTS
Between PA 248 and 191 experience lane restrictions and traffic delays for work April 16 between 4:00am and 3:00pm.
Bangor senior Charlie Sell was honored during senior day at Bangor Senior High School Monday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Pen Argyl senior Anthony Polizzi was recognized during senior day ceremonies at Pen Argyl High School Monday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor senior Derek Kaiser (center) was honored during senior day at Bangor Senior High School Monday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
EDUCATION....Going Back To College
(BPT) - Returning to school later in life is a decision that requires careful thinking. As an adult, you must consider many factors before signing up for a second – or first – round of post-secondary education. Many students who chose to go straight to college in their late teens or even early 20s had fewer responsibilities at the time, but as an adult you may have a family, a full-time job or even student loan debt from your previous degree to consider.
If you are uncertain of whether to make the commitment, you are not alone. As you weigh the benefits of returning to school against the challenges and costs, keep these points in mind: Clearly outline your goals Identifying why you want to go back to school is the first step. Do you feel like you’re stuck in a rut and want to further your abilities in your current role? Do you want to switch careers entirely? Or do you want to finish that degree that you started years ago? Pinpointing your impetus will allow you to clearly state your objective and decide on a program that is right for you. In 2013, bachelor’s degree holders receive $1,108 as a median weekly wage for full-time employment while those workers who hold only a high school diploma received $651 as a median weekly wage for full-time employment, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Advanced degrees may yield even greater financial benefits, with master’s degree holders earning up to $221 per week more than those with bachelor’s degrees, according to the BLS data. Give it a test run Knowing what you’ve signed up for is crucial to being comfortable with your decision. Reduce uncertainty by going for a trial run. Easing back into an educational setting may take some getting used to, so if you are still unsure whether going back to school is right for you look for a trial program. Western International University (West), for example, allows prospective students to take their first class without having to commit themselves to an entire program. If you like the class, you can move forward with the program and pay $200 for that first three-credit class. If you decide that the timing isn’t right or the program isn’t for you, you can walk away without any financial obligation. Analyze the costs and benefits Cost always plays a part in the decision-making process. Investing in your education is exactly that: an investment. To assess whether the investment is a worthy one, consider the average salary of the career you are contemplating and how much you will gain from returning to school. Compare this number to the cost of the education, and be sure to account for tuition, fees and textbooks. Consider your schedule Between your current job and your family commitments, it is important to consider where school will fit into the equation. Schools like West are built specifically for working adults, so you can rest easily knowing that the learning process is designed to fit into your busy schedule. “Earning a degree is a huge time commitment, but it can be attainable if you approach it with the right structure for optimal learning,” said Tracy Lorenz, President of Western International University. Following a pattern of “Learn, Practice, Apply,” students are able to watch a series of 10-minute video lectures every week, practice with quizzes and exercises, engage online with instructors and fellow students, and apply their knowledge to real-world situations through weekly assignments. It is beneficial, too, to seek out professors who are also practitioners. They will be better equipped to give students advice for the modern-day work environment. Because all the course material is available online, you can complete your weekly coursework and “go to school” when you have time throughout the week. While this is a significant benefit to working adults, it is still important that you carve out time to dedicate to your education before you make the commitment. You want to ensure that you are able to put in adequate time in order to gain everything that you want to achieve from your education. Problem That Stumps Everyone
SINGAPORE, (UPI) -- A math problem intended for Singaporean high school students was posted online and has since gone viral after stumping people on social media.
The problem was posted by a television presenter who asked for people to solve the logic puzzle. It was originally misidentified as a question for primary school children but is actually meant for sophomores and juniors. The question spread across the Internet and showed the gaps in the world's education systems. SEE PROBLEM BELOW 
Bangor Park Summer Youth Basketball
Registration is currently open for the Bangor Park Youth Basketball Summer League. The league will run from the first week in June until August. Each team will play 10 regular season games plus playoffs at Bangor Memorial Park on the weekends.
There will be two divisions for both boys & girls - 5th & 6th grade and 7th & 8th grade. An all-inclusive entry fee for each team is required. Please visit our website bangorparkbball.wix.com or contact Asher Schiavone via email: bangorparksummerleague@hotmail.com or via cell: (484) 894-4115." Specialty Bingo at Trinity ELC
Specialty Bingo, sponsored by Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Women’s Group will be held Saturday May 2 in the church Fellowship Hall at Fourth Street and Broadway in Bangor.
Doors open at 2:00pm and the games begin at 3:00pm. Advance tickets cost $20.00 and $25.00 at the door. Each ticket is good for 20 games. Call the church at 610-588-2023 for tickets or stop by the church between 8am and 3 pm Monday through Thursday. Prizes include Vera Bradley purses, Coach purses, Wine Baskets, Alex and Ani, Premier Design Jewelry, Iron Pigs Packages, Yankee Candle Baskets, Dinner and Movie Giftcards, Spa Giftcard, Kindles Fire HD, and a Flatscreen TV. Food will also be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit youth activities, spiritual retreats, and community activities. Slate Belt Chamber Scholarship Applications
The Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce Scholarship applications are available in the 5 area high schools, Bangor, Pen Argyl, Faith Christian, Pius X and Career Institute of Technology. Any Slate Belt resident that is a senior in one of these schools is eligible to apply. Application deadline is April 10th.
Over $55,000 have been given to deserving students over the past 15 years through our scholarship program. This program is funded through their annual Scholarship Golf Tournament. Please help us continue helping our future business leaders by sponsoring or participating in this event to be held on July 20th at Woodstone Country Club. Flyers will be emailed shortly! Slater Family Network Scholarship
Slater Family Network is offering a $2000 scholarship for a graduating Bangor HS senior who plans on attending a trade/vocational school or college. The scholarship is awarded to a student who is involved in community service. Applications are in the HS Guidance office, Slater Family Network office or on the school district website under SFN.
Applications are due in the SFN office by Friday, May 1. If you have any questions please call the office at 610-599-7019 A $1,000 “912” Scholarship in memory of Denny Strouse is offered by friends and family through Slater Family Network. Applicants must have a love of outdoors and family and friends. Applications are in the HS Guidance office, Slater Family Network office or on the school district website under SFN. Applications are due in the SFN office by Friday, May 1. If you have any questions please call the office at 610-599-7019 Bangor (GFWC) Scholarship Program Applications
The Bangor Womens Club (GFWC) Scholarship Program for seniors at Bangor, Pius X, and Faith Christian High Schools are now available for students at each school's guidance office. The club has funds for three scholarships. Students interested in applying must submit their completed application by Wed April 15, 2015.
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Seniors Bus Trip to Mohegan Sun Slate Belt Seniors will sponsor a bus trip to Mohegan Sun, Wilkesbarre, Pa on May 4th, 2015. Bus leaves Blue Valley Farm Show Parking lot at 9:30 am. Call Kay for more info At 6105881898. Please leave a message if no answer.
May 7
Delaware - Lehigh Amateur Radio Club
Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its meeting Thursday, May 7, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem.
Classic Program: “Old Transmissions & Voices from the Past” - John/K2TQN. Members and interested general public are welcome. Directions: http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. FMI: www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286 May 9
East Bangor Community Day
East Bangor Community Day: all vendors are welcome, Saturday, May 9th, 10-5 pm at East Bangor Park. Rain Date, May 16th. Table cost for the day is $20.00 Contact Maureen Cramer at 570-242-9628 or email ebcommunityday@yahoo.com.
May 10
Safe Haven Dog Adoption at Ace Hardware
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog adoption day from 11 -3 on Sunday, May 10, at Ace Hardware, Rt 209, Brodheadsville (next to Dunkleberger's).
Safe Haven will have many young dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 700 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs. "Saving one dog won't change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever." For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. May 16
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Martin Guitar Rep. Speaking To Young At Heart The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be meeting on May 21st, will feature a
representative from the Martin Guitar Company will present a program.
May 23
Portland Outdoor MoviePortland's first outdoor movie will be held May 23 downtown at sunset featuring Monster Inc.
May 30
Glow Slaters Glow
The Bangor Elementary PTO is hosting a Neon 5k-Fun Run/Walk on May 30th, beginning at 9:00 AM.
Register before May 1st. Adults-$25.00 and Children- (ages 4-13) $10.00 Get splattered at 5 splatter stations. Registration forms can be found at www.bangorslaters.com For questions, please call: Kim Gambale 484-241-0441 or Laura Law 610-844-7930 May 31
Safe Haven Pet Adoption Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 31at Walmart, Route 940, Mt. Pocono..
Safe Haven will have many young dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 800 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs. For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. June 5 - 7
Pen Argyl Community Wide Yard SalesCommunity wide yard sales will be held in Pen Argyl Borough June 5,6, and 7.
June 6
LWH Truck and Car Show 2015 The annual LWH Truck and Car show sponsored by the Luke William Hahn Foundation will be held Saturday June 6 at Weona Park in Pen Argyl beginning at 10:00am.
June 20
Faith Strawberry Festival Faith United Presbyterian Church will hold its strawberry festival S. Heller Avenue in Pen Argyl June 20th.
June 27
Portland Community-Wide Yard SalePortland will hold its community-wide yard sale June 27. The cost is $5.00 per house,yard/garage and $10 for non-residents of Portland.
The committee is always looking for items for the mayor's table. These items are sold by the mayor for a nominal fee to help fun community events. June 29
New York Trip The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be sponsoring a trip to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and then
on to New York to see the 911 Memorial. The fee will include the bus fare,tip,
ferry, entrance to the pedestal, snacks and dinner at the Home Town Buffet in
New Jersey.
This trip is open to all ages: senior citizens, adults and students, etc. The trip will take place on Monday, June 29, 2015. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630; or call Minnie Thomas at 610-863-6589 September 18 -20
Pen Argyl Community Wide Yard SalesCommunity wide yard sales will be held in Pen Argyl Borough September 18,19 and 20.
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