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Pen Argyl Plans For Storm Pen Argyl Borough has declared a snow emergency from Friday at 10:00 P.M. through Noon on Sunday.
While Bangor basketball took center stage in Bill Pensyl gym Friday night, the County Chorus took center stage in Craig Paine theater on the other side of the Bangor Senior High School Campus. PHOTO GALLERY (More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Julie Poliskiewicz Belt and Beyond
Pen Argyl's Sarah Sampson crosses midcourt during the game at Pen Argyl Tuesday night. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography.
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Slate Belt Regional Police Report
SBRPD is investigating the break-ins of storage units at Advantage Storage - 1059 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Plainfield Township. On January 19, 2016, police responded to the Advantage Storage for a report that locks for 4 storage units had been cut off and units entered. The suspects gained entry into the storage area by cutting through the chain link fence. It appears at this time that nothing was removed from the units. Video from the facility shows two males wearing hoodies on the property at approximately 7:00pm. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Slate Belt Regional Police Department at 610-759-8517.
Anyone with information on this break-in is asked to contact the Slate Belt Regional Police Department at 610-759-8517.
Winter Driving Reminders
To protect you during and after snowstorms, state laws have been enacted to keep drivers and passengers safe on the roads.
Snow and ice should be removed from vehicles. Under state law, in the event that snow or ice from your vehicle strikes a vehicle or person and causes death or serious injury, you can be fined.
Under the state’s Move Over Law, drivers must move into the far lane of a highway when approaching a scene with emergency responders, police officers and maintenance workers and tow truck drivers. If a lane is not open or there is no lane to move into, motorists must reduce their speed to a cautious and safe level.
State law requires headlights (not just daytime-running lights) to be turned on whenever windshield wipers are in continuous motion.
More information about safe driving during winter weather is available at www.JustDrivePA.org. Information about real-time weather and road conditions or to find out when a PennDOT plow truck will be in your area, click here. www.511pa.com
Snow and ice should be removed from vehicles. Under state law, in the event that snow or ice from your vehicle strikes a vehicle or person and causes death or serious injury, you can be fined.
Under the state’s Move Over Law, drivers must move into the far lane of a highway when approaching a scene with emergency responders, police officers and maintenance workers and tow truck drivers. If a lane is not open or there is no lane to move into, motorists must reduce their speed to a cautious and safe level.
State law requires headlights (not just daytime-running lights) to be turned on whenever windshield wipers are in continuous motion.
More information about safe driving during winter weather is available at www.JustDrivePA.org. Information about real-time weather and road conditions or to find out when a PennDOT plow truck will be in your area, click here. www.511pa.com
Pen Argyl's Gabrielle Weaver drives to the basket during the game Tuesday night at Pen Argyl. PHOTO GALLERY (New photo below) Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley Photography.
History of Snowshoeing and Hike at Jacobsburg Park On Saturday, January 23rd from 10-11:30am learn how to snowshoe while learning the history of these helpful winter tools. If there isn't any snow they will focus on using trekking poles and hike in boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather.
Registration is required. You can register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. Snowshoeing for Scouts Scouts are invited to join Jacobsburg Park Educators on Saturday, January 23rd from 1-2:30pm. Scouts will learn how to prepare for being outdoors in winter as well as how to use snowshoes. They will go for a hike in snowshoes, stopping along the way to talk about outdoor scenarios and how to prepare for them. If there isn't any snow they will hike in boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather.
Registration is required. You can view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. Snow Ball Dinner and DanceThe Families First annual Snow Ball Dinner and Dance will be held January 23 from 6:00pm to midnight at the Weona Park recreation center. Entertainment with DJ Frank Franzo with Karaoke. Dinner by Tom Donohue of Pen Argyl Pizza. BYOB, casual dress, door prizes, basket raffles.
Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 at the door. To purchase tickets call Frank Jones at 610-863-9095 ext 1308 or e-mail jones.frank@penargylsd.org. You can also contact Spring Shank at Pen Argyl High School, Kate Marstellar Wind Gap Middle School or Kelly Thomas Plainfield Elementary. |
New Polls and Results of Previous Polls
We have ended our most recent polls and added three more.
Our poll question regarding your choice of New Year's resolutions yielded 26% wanted to eat less and 26% wanted to exercise more often and 17% said they wanted to eat a better diet. Our second poll question asked how to improve the Slate Belt. More jobs was chosen by 56% of you followed by 24% wanting more shopping opportunities. Better police protection was selected by 12%, and better roads 8%. Donald Trump garnered 68% versus Hilary Clinton in our presidential poll.
Our new polls are listed below.
Our poll question regarding your choice of New Year's resolutions yielded 26% wanted to eat less and 26% wanted to exercise more often and 17% said they wanted to eat a better diet. Our second poll question asked how to improve the Slate Belt. More jobs was chosen by 56% of you followed by 24% wanting more shopping opportunities. Better police protection was selected by 12%, and better roads 8%. Donald Trump garnered 68% versus Hilary Clinton in our presidential poll.
Our new polls are listed below.
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Facts For Fun...
- A flock of crows is known as a murder
- Facebook Addiction Disorder” is a mental disorder identified by Psychologists.
- The average woman uses her height in lipstick every 5 years.
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January 23, 1907 - Charles Curtis of Kansas became the first person of Native American ancestry to serve in the U.S Senate. He later served as vice president under President Herbert Hoover from 1929-33.
January 23, 1937 - In Moscow, 17 leading Communists went on trial, accused of participating in a plot engineered by Leon Trotsky to overthrow Stalin's regime and assassinate its leaders. After a seven-day trial, 13 of them were sentenced to death. Trotsky fled to Mexico where he was assassinated in 1940. January 23, 1943 - In North Africa, British forces under General Bernard Montgomery captured Tripoli in Libya. |
January 22
Bingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-4.
Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-12.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 8:00am - 4:00pm
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-4.
Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-12.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Winter tree trimming: why the season of white is a great time to think green
(BPT) - Is your winter tree maintenance limited to trimming the Christmas tree? If so, you're missing out on one of the season's most important home projects. Many homeowners pay little attention to their trees and bushes once colder weather arrives, but seasonal maintenance done during these months can be incredibly beneficial, not only for the plant but for you as well.
So grab your tools and your gloves because it's time to get started on your winter tree pruning.
Why is winter tree pruning important?
Think of winter tree pruning as a head start. Pruning trees and shrubs during the dormant cycle ensures they will have a full growing season when spring arrives. In addition to the longer growing season, winter is also a good time to prune because colder temperatures reduce the risk of disease or pests attacking the plant.
Finally, pruning your trees during winter is also an easy way to protect your home from dying or diseased branches that may pose a falling risk. This is especially true in regions where heavy snowfall is common.
What trees or shrubs should you prune during the winter?
There are several species of trees or shrubs that can be pruned during the winter months, but you can categorize them into three easy-to-remember groups:
* Hardwood trees. Pruning hardwood trees in the winter is easy thanks to their lack of foliage. Branches should be cut just above the branch collar - the space where the limb and the tree come together. This area of the tree is rich in anti-microbial chemicals to help the tree heal from the pruning without suffering decay. Clippers can be used to trim smaller branches, but for larger sections or dying plants, use the Husqvarna 450 chainsaw. This all-around powerful saw features the X-Torq engine for lower fuel consumption and emission levels without a drop-off in power. Its auto return stop switch makes it easier to handle, perfect for those spots where you need to make that precise cut.
* Fruit trees. Similar to their hardwood cousin, winter is also a great time to prune fruit trees. Each species of fruit tree has special considerations you must take into account, however, so research your species before pruning. Once you're finished, your efforts will be rewarded in the spring with larger, more delicious fruit.
* Shrubs and/or trees that flower. Want the best blooms next summer? Prune any tree or shrub that flowers after May 15, late in the winter. To handle those projects efficiently, use the Husqvarna 136LiHD45 hedge trimmer. This trimmer features advanced battery technology for optimal power output, and their one-touch keypad makes it easy to get the job done right without excess battery loss.
When do you start pruning?
Branches that pose a falling risk should be handled immediately, but if you want to maximize the spring growing season, late winter is the time to prune. Start your project with the right tools and you'll support fuller, healthier plant growth during the spring, giving you another great reason to say goodbye to winter.
So grab your tools and your gloves because it's time to get started on your winter tree pruning.
Why is winter tree pruning important?
Think of winter tree pruning as a head start. Pruning trees and shrubs during the dormant cycle ensures they will have a full growing season when spring arrives. In addition to the longer growing season, winter is also a good time to prune because colder temperatures reduce the risk of disease or pests attacking the plant.
Finally, pruning your trees during winter is also an easy way to protect your home from dying or diseased branches that may pose a falling risk. This is especially true in regions where heavy snowfall is common.
What trees or shrubs should you prune during the winter?
There are several species of trees or shrubs that can be pruned during the winter months, but you can categorize them into three easy-to-remember groups:
* Hardwood trees. Pruning hardwood trees in the winter is easy thanks to their lack of foliage. Branches should be cut just above the branch collar - the space where the limb and the tree come together. This area of the tree is rich in anti-microbial chemicals to help the tree heal from the pruning without suffering decay. Clippers can be used to trim smaller branches, but for larger sections or dying plants, use the Husqvarna 450 chainsaw. This all-around powerful saw features the X-Torq engine for lower fuel consumption and emission levels without a drop-off in power. Its auto return stop switch makes it easier to handle, perfect for those spots where you need to make that precise cut.
* Fruit trees. Similar to their hardwood cousin, winter is also a great time to prune fruit trees. Each species of fruit tree has special considerations you must take into account, however, so research your species before pruning. Once you're finished, your efforts will be rewarded in the spring with larger, more delicious fruit.
* Shrubs and/or trees that flower. Want the best blooms next summer? Prune any tree or shrub that flowers after May 15, late in the winter. To handle those projects efficiently, use the Husqvarna 136LiHD45 hedge trimmer. This trimmer features advanced battery technology for optimal power output, and their one-touch keypad makes it easy to get the job done right without excess battery loss.
When do you start pruning?
Branches that pose a falling risk should be handled immediately, but if you want to maximize the spring growing season, late winter is the time to prune. Start your project with the right tools and you'll support fuller, healthier plant growth during the spring, giving you another great reason to say goodbye to winter.
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Zoo Asks Public To Name Cub
COLUMBUS, Ohio,-- The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio is asking the public to help choose a name for a polar bear cub being hand-reared after she was neglected by her mother.
The zoo said the cub, one of two born Nov. 6 to mother Aurora, is being raised by zookeepers after her twin died and the mother bear was found to not be paying enough attention to her surviving offspring.
"A little less than a week after the cubs were born, Aurora began taking breaks from caring for her cub. When these breaks continued throughout the day and became longer, the Zoo's Animal Care staff made the decision to remove the cub from the den and began to hand-rear the newborn," the zoo said on its website.
The zoo is asking fans to help decide on a name for the cub, with the website allowing visitors to vote once a day on the four finalists until Feb. 3.
The names being considered are Desna, which means "boss;" Nora, a combination of parent names Aurora and Nanuq; Kaya, which means "little but wise;" and Sakari, which means "sweet."
The zoo said the cub, one of two born Nov. 6 to mother Aurora, is being raised by zookeepers after her twin died and the mother bear was found to not be paying enough attention to her surviving offspring.
"A little less than a week after the cubs were born, Aurora began taking breaks from caring for her cub. When these breaks continued throughout the day and became longer, the Zoo's Animal Care staff made the decision to remove the cub from the den and began to hand-rear the newborn," the zoo said on its website.
The zoo is asking fans to help decide on a name for the cub, with the website allowing visitors to vote once a day on the four finalists until Feb. 3.
The names being considered are Desna, which means "boss;" Nora, a combination of parent names Aurora and Nanuq; Kaya, which means "little but wise;" and Sakari, which means "sweet."
TRAFFIC ALERTS WEEK OF JANUARY 18
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.
Church Road (Plainfield Twp)
Between Delabole Road AND Broadway Street will experience delays and lane restriction January 19-20 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Zucksville Road (Forks Twsp)
Between Bushkill Drive AND Sullivan Trail will experience delays and lane restriction January 22 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 33
Ramps at PA 248 will experience delays and lane restriction January 22 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Pen Argyl - Bangor
DeFranco Vets Program
Bangor - Pen Argyl FH
Plainfield Craft Show
Wind Gap Christmas
Pen Argyl - Salisbury
Bangor Band Holiday Concert
Pen Argyl - Northern Lehigh
Pen Argyl - NDGP
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Bangor - Pen Argyl
Bangor Park Vets
Pen Argyl Honor Society
Rain Gutter Regatta
Bangor Chorus Concert
Bangor - Wilson
Bangor Elks Hoop Shoot
Bangor - Northwestern
Bangor - Moravian Academy
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Bangor - Pen Argyl
UMBT Skills & Drills
12 - 24 Concert
Toys for Tots
YMCA Lights
Wind Gap Middle School
Bangor - Saucon Valley
Pen Argyl - Northwestern
Pen Argyl - Wilson
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Bandorama
Young At Hearts Vets
Miller House Craft show
Santa At Merchants
Christmas In A Small town
Pen Argyl - Catasauqua
Bangor - Northern Lehigh
Bangor - Warren Hills
Bangor - Pen Argyl
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County Chorus
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Year of The Pet
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PUMP Gets $250
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BHS Band GRAMMY
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Family Fun Night
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HOBY Winner
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Wreath Making
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Homefront - Part 1
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WM Donation to Y
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Viet Nam Vets Speak
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Buon Natale
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Recovery Revolution
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Family First Gifts
Night of Light
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Troop 38 Visits SBNR
BHS Students in District Chorus
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Louise Williams
Little Corner Cafe
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Baby Harry Coffee
Hearts of Hope
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This Week at Bloom
Normal Open Studio Hours unless noted are:
Tuesday's from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Wednesday's from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Friday's from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday's from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Stop by and spend some time being creative. Studio fee is $8.00 during open hours. Check their Website bloomcreativestudio.com for Special Events during the week. Special Hours for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2016. We'll be open from 11 - 5. Come and spend some time being creative and supporting Bloom Bangor, a restorative community empowering women to live free from addiction and violence. Sign-up by going to the Bloom on-line store at mkt.com/bloomcreativestudio and reserve your space for any of these special events or go to our web-site bloomcreativestudio.com/ or Facebook page for even more info and to register. Please sign-up by going to the Bloom on-line store at mkt.com/bloomcreativestudio and reserve your space for any of these special events. CLICK HERE FOR BLOOM'S JANUARY CALENDAR Snowshoes and Hiking Poles Available at JacobsburgWhen: January, Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM-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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check their website at jacobsburgsp@pa.gov for current winter conditions and snow depth. Snowshoes and Trekking PolesSnowshoes and Trekking Poles Available
When: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM-2:30 PM in February 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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check our website for current winter conditions and snow depth. 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 pamelabossert88@gmail.com for more information.
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.
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. January 23
January 25NCC to Offer RN and LPN Review Course Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer review classes for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) starting in January. Participants will review basic nursing knowledge and learn about recent technological advances. The course includes a skills lab and lectures and will be especially helpful for graduates preparing for the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Examination).
Classes will be held on Mondays, January 25 through May 2, from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. Skills labs will be held on Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and February 21 and 22. The fee for the RN review is $900 plus $50 materials fee. For the LPN review, the fee is $700 plus $50 materials fee. To register, visit www.northampton.edu/LifeLearn. For more information, call 610-332-6585 or e-mail healthcare@northampton.edu. January 28Slate Belt Visioning Session There will be a Visioning Session on Thursday, January 28 at Weona Park Community Center at 7 P.M. This is an event to identify Wind Gap, Pen Argyl, Bangor, and Portland as the town centers and hubs of the ten municipalities of the Slate Belt and its recreational and economic drivers. This could serve as the catalyst of unified promotion and capitalization of the boroughs’ combined and shared story of historical roots,heritage; traditional and evolving culture; and authentic community experiences in the downtowns. Please come out and start to shape the future of our downtowns
January 29Columcille's Annual Women's Retreat Weekend The Columcille will be hosting their Annual Women's Retreat at the Kirkridge Farmhouse from January 29th - January 31st.
Keeping with tradition, the Women of Columcille invite you to come celebrate and honor their 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. Celebrate and prepare for the return of 'Light' once again through ceremony, song, ritual and camaraderie of all your Sisters or just take 'me' time, walk the land, meditate and reflect! You must registration by January 24th. For full information on the retreat and registration information please visit www.columcille.org January 30Eagle Watching Along the DelawareWhen: Saturday, January 30, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
The upper Delaware River is one of the best places in the east to observe wintering Bald Eagles. Join us for this trip as we venture up along the river in the scenic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area from Arrow Island to Milford in search of these magnificent birds. Golden Eagles have also been observed on these trips in the past. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way. Registration is required. Limited van transportation is available for first time participants. You can view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. February 4Valentine's Day Gift Idea The Friend's of the Bangor Public Library are again offering for sale, as a perfect gift for Valentine's Day, their cookbook entitled: "A Literary Feast". All books come pre-wrapped for the occasion, and are available for only $8.00 at the library. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
NCC to Present Programs for Black History Month Northampton Community College (NCC) will celebrate Black History Month and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with these events.
The State of Racism/White Supremacy in a Post-Civil Rights Era. Adjunct Professor of History Kamau Kenyatta, will speak about this subject. Thurs., February 4, 11:00 a.m., room 220, College Center, Bethlehem NCC Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Lecture also to be given on Thursday, February 11, at 11:00 a.m. in Room 108, Pocono Hall, NCC Monroe Campus, 2411 Route 715, Tannersville. Voices of Black History. A panel of students will discuss important people and events in black history. Thursday, February 18, 11:00 a.m., room 146, College Center, NCC Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Book Discussion: The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness. Tuesday, February 23, Library Conference Room, College Center, NCC Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Student Debate: Should most drugs now be legalized, given that the War on Drugs has failed and resulted in mass incarcerations in the black community. Thursday, February 25, 11:00 a.m., Room 220, College Center, NCC Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, call 610-861-5300 or visit www.northampton.edu. February 6Snowshoe TrekSaturday, February 6, 1:00-3:00 PM
Join educator Rick Wiltraut as we snowshoe through the woods and fields of Jacobsburg in search of bird and mammal tracks in the snow. Participants will try to identify the tracks using field guides. Participants should dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and bring snacks and water. 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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. February 7Safe Haven Dog Adoption Day Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog adoption day from 11 -3 on Sunday, February 7 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 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. "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. February 10Introduction to SnowshoeingFriday, February 10, 1:00-3:00 PM
Learn how to use snowshoes and trekking poles to explore Jacobsburg’s trails in the winter. You may bring your own equipment or borrow ours. We will also learn how to prepare ourselves for outdoor excursions in the winter time. If we don’t get any snow we’ll hike in our boots with the trekking poles. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required. You will be asked to specify your weight range when registering; this is to determine what size snowshoe you will need.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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. February 12Family Night: Packing a GO BagFriday, February 12, 6:30-7:30 PM
Being prepared for emergencies is important, so it’s good to have supplies on hand when you need them. Many of the supplies that are helpful in emergencies are the same ones that we use during outdoor adventures. Learn how to pack for both situations so that you’re always ready, whether you’re escaping a flood or escaping to your local state park campground for a relaxing weekend. Being prepared to enjoy the outdoors at a moment’s notice can be fun! Join educator Lauren Forster for a lesson on how to pack Get Outdoors (GO) Bags for your family. 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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. February 13St. Peter's Oldies Dance The St. Peter’s Oldies Dance with Valentine Sweetheart Theme, sponsored by the St. Peter’s Scholarship Committee, will be held from 6-10:30 pm Saturday February 13 at the Blue Valley Farm Show
The Cost is $23.00 per person - BYOB Doors open at 5:00 PM. Includes: Ham, Turkey, Filling, Sides, Veggies, Desserts Non -Alcoholic Beverages Music by DJ Steve Anthony. Tickets please call: Bernie & Jackie Brinker 610-588-2101 St. Peter’s Church Office 610-863-8659 PLEASE BRING A NON-PERISHABLE ALONG AND IT WILL BE DONATED TO OUR LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES Sponsors: Dotta Chrysler-Jeep and Thrivent of Northampton County. Roseto Legion Cavatelli Dinner Martocci-Capobianco American Legion Post # 750 is sponsoring a Cavatelli Dinner on Saturday Feb 13...1:00 to 6:00. Call the Post home at 610-588-1371 for tickets. Tickets will also be sold at the door, but pre-purchase is appreciated.
February 14An Old Fashion Valentine's Day The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold its monthly historic presentation on Sunday, February 14, 2016 @ 2:00 PM. Walter Cole and Marc Blau will present an" Old Fashion Valentine's Day: A Look at Love through the Oral History Interviews". Mr. Cole and Mr. Blau are retired history teachers from Pen Argyl and Bangor High Schools, respectively and are the chairs for the oral history committee at the Heritage Center. They have collected numerous interviews over the years and will use select passages form the collections to create an afternoon filled with love comparing courtship then and now. All ladies will receive a rose and refreshments will be served.
The event is free (donations are always appreciated) and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, Pa. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615. February 20Ragtime Pancake Breakfast "Back to Before" Pancake Breakfast for Bangor Area High School production of Ragtime. Will be held February 20 from 8am-11am at Bangor Area Middle School.
For tickets to this Family friendly breakfast in advance contact 610-588-3041. Advance tickets: $5 adults, $3 children 5 and under. At door: $7 adults, $5 children 5 and under. Under two is free. February 27Climate Change & ConservationFriday, February 27, 7:00-8:00 PM
Guest speaker Greg Czarnecki, Executive Director of the Wild Resource Conservation Program, will talk about conservation actions we can take that have co-benefits beyond climate change. He will also present the latest information on the current and projected impacts of climate change and what we’re doing to address the issue at DCNR. 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 jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. March 5Project Child Hosting Dance Event Project Child is hosting its tenth annual Have a Heart for Children dinner dance on Saturday, March 5th at the Hotel Bethlehem. Proceeds will benefit initiatives designed to reduce child abuse in the Lehigh Valley. The event begins at 5:30 P.M and is a lovely evening of mixing, mingling and dancing to the music of the Philadelphia Funk Authority. Project Child is a program of Valley Youth House. It has been operating since 1991 with the mission of preventing child abuse and neglect in the Lehigh Valley and the surrounding region. This mission is accomplished through the provision of educational resources for parents and professionals; the dissemination of information about the seriousness of child abuse and strategies for its prevention. Alternatives to physical violence are promoted along with parenting skills.
As a community coalition, Project Child is comprised of individuals and agencies engaged in striving to protect the rights of children to live free of abuse and neglect in an environment which fosters positive self-development. Whether you are in the mood to enjoy the ambience of the historic hotel or dance to live music, you will be coming together to join the effort to protect our community’s children from abuse and neglect. Dinner and Raffle Prizes are part of the evening. The cost is $75.00. For info go to www.projectchildlv.org or call Amy Brenfleck at 610-954-9561, ext. 334. March 12Young at Art - Expo of Art Camps On Saturday, March 12, 2016, the Lehigh Valley Arts Council will present Young at Art, an expo of arts camps and schools, to assist parents with selecting the appropriate summer class for their child. This inaugural event will be held at Penn State Lehigh Valley, from 9:00am to 2:30pm, and feature thirty exhibitors who offer lessons in the performing, literary, media and visual arts. Free admission to the expo is provided to the public.
Families with children (ages four to eighteen years old) will enjoy meeting the various exhibitors and learning about the artistic opportunities for their aspiring creatives. The day’s festivities will showcase an arts demonstration, performance or activity every 25-minutes so children will have a chance “to try on what kind of artist” they want to be this summer. March 13Slate Belt Heritage Center Event Sunday, March 13, 2 PM - "Origins of St. David's Welsh Society" - Presented by former Bangor High School Superintendent and current Superintendent of Easton Area High School, John Reinhart.
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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.  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. JANUARY SCHEDULE Meal Reservations - please call by 10:00 am. one day prior before the meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 am
Looking for volunteers - to help plan/set up for parties & special events Pool Tables are available every morning and Tuesday and Friday afternoons Craft& Chat - Tuesdays 9:00 am. Zumba Gold W/janis - Tuesdays 10:00 am. Brush Away with Senior Artists - Wednesdays 8:00-11:00 am. Afternoon with the Arts - Thursdays 12:15 pm Happy New Year - (Center Will Be Closed) January 1, 2016 Poker - Thursday, January 7, 12:15 pm. Card Club - Friday, January 8, 12:15-3:00 pm Aarp Meeting - Monday, January 11, 1:30 pm. Dance Performance - Wednesday, January 13, 3:00-4:00 pm Baseball - Thurs January 14, 10 am. Cooking Demonstration - Friday, January 15, 1:30 pm. Closed - Monday, January 18 The Blues - Wednesday January 20, 10:00 am. Poker - Thursday, January 21, 12:15 pm Bunco - Fri. January 22, 10:00 am. Winter Pictionary - Friday, January 22, 12:15 pm The Blues - Wednesday, January 27, 10:00 am. Farkle - Thurs January 28, 12:15 pm. Start of Baby Face - (For Information See Joan Shafer) Friday, January 29 Comedy Open Mic - Friday, January 29, 12:15 pm New Books at
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