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Bangor Mayor Joeseph Capozzolo speaks to a gathering at the Broadway Pub to celebrate Bangor's 140th anniversary of incorporation. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
NCC Course on Transitioning to Postsecondary Ed.
The Center for Adult Literacy at Northampton Community College is offering a College Transition course from March 16 – April 22 at the NCC Fowler Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd Street, Bethlehem. The course will run from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
The course will focus on providing students with the support needed to successfully transition to postsecondary education. College and career preparation activities, as well as higher level reading, writing, and mathematics, will be included.
The course is free and open to students who are interested in attending NCC or other higher education institutions. Students must be Pennsylvania residents, at least 18 years of age, and possess a high school diploma or GED® diploma. Prior to the course, students must attend a student orientation which will include assessment testing.
The deadline to register for the student orientation is March 6. For more information, and to register, contact Kathy Rector at 610-332-6424.
The course will focus on providing students with the support needed to successfully transition to postsecondary education. College and career preparation activities, as well as higher level reading, writing, and mathematics, will be included.
The course is free and open to students who are interested in attending NCC or other higher education institutions. Students must be Pennsylvania residents, at least 18 years of age, and possess a high school diploma or GED® diploma. Prior to the course, students must attend a student orientation which will include assessment testing.
The deadline to register for the student orientation is March 6. For more information, and to register, contact Kathy Rector at 610-332-6424.
Safe Haven Volunteer Meeting
Come to Cherry's Sunset Restaurant,
Route 209, Kresgeville at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, March 17 for a bite to eat and
meet the volunteers of Safe Haven Dog Rescue.
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 Volunteer and Foster applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook
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 Volunteer and Foster applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook
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 BUSINESS.....Accountants solving crimes and help businesses plan
(BPT) - Accounting jobs are expected to grow 13 percent between 2012 and 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with select specializations projected to grow even faster.
Emerging jobs in the accounting field call for new and diverse skill sets that have not been required in the past. Today’s accountants help companies make important business decisions that impact their bottom line, imparttechnologically driven insight and even solve white-collar crimes. In fact, each of these assignments represents a hot, new professional specialization in the accounting field. Forensic accounting, financial analysis and business systems analysis have emerged as exciting opportunities for job-seekers. Forensic accounting Forensic accountants combine traditional accounting with investigative skills to help companies sniff out fraud and white-collar crime. Past high-profile fraud cases involving Bernie Madoff and Enron prompted stricter regulations and public calls for greater transparency. Large companies now routinely employ forensic accountants to protect them from similar activities. Nearly 40 percent of the top 100 accounting firms in the United States now have a forensic accounting department and the field is expected to be one of the top 20 job markets in the next few years. Financial analysis Accountants who can analyze financial information and identify key trends are in high demand. These financial analysts weigh company risks and rewards by assessing the current state of the business, how the market is expected to perform and how the business will be impacted by a potential deal. Companies rely on this type of accountant to interpret financial data and turn it into insights that can be used to make investments and offer background informationaround mergers and acquisitions. Employment of financial analysts is expected to grow 16 percent between 2012 and 2022, faster than the national average, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Business systems analysis Many companies are looking for accountants who understand information technology (IT). Called business systems analysts (or sometimes computer systems analysts), these professionals use their knowledge of IT to determine the best way to implement and upgrade the use of technology to maximize business performance and profit. As cloud computing, cybersecurity and mobile networks are further integrated into everyday business, demand for business systems analysts will continue to increase. The field is expected to grow 25 percent between 2012 and 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Students interested in pursuing these career opportunities in accounting will first need a bachelor’s degree in the field. Graduates can enhance their career potential by earning a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation to demonstrate their high level technical skills, advanced knowledge and high ethical standards. A student can earn a CPA designation through 150 semester hours (typically 30 more than a bachelor’s degree), passing the CPA exam and then applying for licensure. Eligibility requirements for the exam vary by state. Many schools now offer degree programs that address the growing demand for these “new” accountants. DeVry University, for example, offers a bachelor’s degree in accounting, and accounting specializations within its bachelor's degree programs in business administration, management and technical management. Upon completing their degree, students can begin training in the field for a specialized accounting career. Some companies offer applicants a self-selection test to help them determine the right specialization for their qualifications and interests. In general, finding the right specialization comes down to personal preference. Financial analysts require a more in-depth understanding of business markets, business systems analysts need a solid IT background, and forensic accountants require knowledge in law enforcement and criminal justice. “The days are long gone when all accountants did was manage financial statements and taxes,” said Beth Rolison, accounting professor at DeVry University. “Today’s complex business environment requires accountants to be the eyes and ears of a company and demands that they possess a variety of soft and hard skills to live up to the role of trusted advisor.” Trending specializations open the door for students with diverse backgrounds and interests to enter the field. Demand for accountants will continue to rise as they play an increasingly important role in helping businesses navigate the financial landscape in our dynamic marketplace. Twitter Campaign Mocks Hipster Restaurants
A Twitter campaign launched to ridicule trendy restaurants which serve food on wooden boards and tiles has gone viral.
Sports journalist Ross McGinnes has attracted thousands of followers since launching his We Want Plates account just a week ago. He was inspired to set up the account after seeing his friend share a picture of a steak on a wooden board with the comment: "That is a big meal!" "It wasn't a big meal. He'd fallen for the nonsense, said Mr McGinnes, 40, of Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire. "Chopping boards, drinks in jam jars and chips in tin buckets have been a bug-bear of mine for years, but looking through Twitter I couldn't find an account which focused on them. "We Want Plates was born, and has opened Pandora's Box of awful, pretentious food presentation." Dozens of photographs of restaurants serving dishes in slippers, trowels and even a miniature shopping trolley have since been shared using the hashtag #WeWantPlates. Simon Ricketts wrote: "I had hummus served in a miniature wheelbarrow a few months ago. Where does it end?" And Braden James tweeted: "I refuse to bring children into this world whilst it is still commonplace to service chips in a tin cup. Cups are NOT for chips." 
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." 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 Edo’s Training Fund Raiser
Join Broad Excavating Inc. & the Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce to help raise funds for Bangor Police Department K-9 unit.
It’s that time of year again for Edo’s re-occurring training. Edo’s primary handler Officer Kevin Jones, will accompany the dog in training. Remember that Edo is not just used in Bangor Borough but shared to the neighboring municipalities when needed! To make a donation: Checks payable to Bangor Borough, in the memo write K-9 Unit Fund and mail to Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce 187 Blue Valley Dr. Bangor, PA 18013 610 588 1000 March 17
Safe Haven Volunteer Meeting
Come to Cherry's Sunset Restaurant,
Route 209, Kresgeville at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, March 17 for a bite to eat and
meet the volunteers of Safe Haven Dog Rescue.
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 Volunteer and Foster applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at SafeHaven@epix.net. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook Lenten Lunches planned at Trinity Lutheran Church Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bangor will again host Lenten Lunches Tuesday March 17 at 12 noon in Fellowship Hall of the church.
Cost of the lunch is $2.00. Trinity is located at the corner of Broadway and South Fourth street in Bangor. March 18
Lehigh Valley Horse Council meeting
A Lehigh Valley Horse Council meeting will be held Thursday, March 18, at 7:00pm.at New City View Diner, 1831 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall, PA.
The topic is the SPCA & You. What you can do in a bad situation and get help from the professionals. Ms. Elizabeth Anderson, Humane Society Police Officer FMI: 610-704-4130, 610-837-7294 March 19
NCC to Stage Buried Child
Northampton Community College (NCC) will present the Sam Shepard play Buried Child this month.
The 1979 Pulitzer Prize-winning play depicts changes in American society as reflected in the lives of a multi-generational Midwestern family. Performances are: March 19, 20, 21, and 23, 7:30 p.m. and March 22 at 3:00 p.m. in the Norman R. Roberts Lab Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. 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 strongly suggested because of limited space. Call 610-861-5524 or e-mail NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu. Young At Heart Club Meeting The regular monthly meeting of the slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2015, at 1:00pm.
The meeting will be held in the St. Elizabeth Church Hall. Join this group for an afternoon of socialization and entertainment. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630." March 20
Columcille Workshop
Reserve the dates of March 20th to 22nd for a workshop offered by Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center as they host William "Bill" H. Cohea, Jr., visionary founder of Columcille and Jean Richardson, current director of Kirkridge Retreat Center. Both will present the connection to Iona from the view of Columcille and Kirkridge. Bill will also reveal the inspirations and visions he received as he visited the Island of Iona in Scotland back in 1959 and what led him to create Columcille Megalith Park.
The workshop will be co-facilitated by Denise Crawn and Nick Prance who will weave the weekend event to explore and explain the connections of Iona, Columcille and Kirkridge Retreat Center. This workshop is open to all with a cost of $240 which includes double occupancy room, board and tuition for the event. There is a commuter rate of $140.00 for those who do not wish to stay. This price includes meals and workshop. Reservations must be received by March 6th, please. March 21
NCC to Hold Spring Craft Fair
Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its annual spring craft fair on Saturday, March 21, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., at the Arthur L. Scott Spartan Center, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
The sale will include jewelry, wood, floral, food, holiday items, and more goods made by more than 150 of our region’s finest crafters. Admission is $2 general public, $1 seniors 65 and over, and free for children under 12. For more information, e-mail alumni@northampton.edu or call 610-861-5088 A Clean Slate hosting 8th Annual Recovery Day A Clean Slate, the Slate Belt’s only Recovery Center opened in September 2014.
A Clean Slate offers many resources to the community and makes meeting space available throughout the week. A Clean Slate will be hosting their annual Recovery Day Celebration on Saturday March 21st starting at 1:00pm - 8:00pm at the 100 S. 1st Street building in Bangor. Recovery Speakers and Recovery Educational topics will be featured promptly on each hour. Recovery Revolution has held this event each year on the Saturday closest to St. Patrick's Day since 2007 for everyone in the community who is looking for an alternative to traditional St. Patrick's day activities. We are excited about the change of location this year! Whether you are in recovery, know someone in recovery, or just want more information about recovery, you are welcome to attend. Refreshments, door prizes and all information sessions are free! We encourage guests to attend one or all of our sessions. If you have questions or donations please call Recovery Revolution at 610-599-7700, visit our website at www.recoveryrevolution.org or www.acleanslatebangor.org or stop by the Recovery Center during regular business hours which are as follows: Tuesday: 4pm-8pm Wednesday: 4pm-8pm Thursday Morning: 11am-4pm Friday: 1-5 pm Saturday: 10am- 2pm Recovery Day Schedule: 1:00-1:45:“Addiction 101” What's it all about?.. By Katie Whitley, Staff at Recovery Revolution, Inc. 2:00-2:45:“The Elephant in the living room” Living and Coping with a loved ones addiction. 3:00-3:45: “Tools of the trade; sponsorship, home group, and service” 4:00-4:45 : “Honesty, Open-mindedness, and Willingness” 4:50: FIRST DRAWING/DOOR PRIZES 5:00-5:45: "Easy Does it" A personal story of addiction 6:00-6:45: “It works if you work it” A story of Recovery 7:00-7:45: “An Attitude of Gratitude” 8:00: LAST DRAWING/DOOR PRIZES March Madness Birding at Middle Creek
Saturday, March 21, 11:00 AM-7:00 PM
Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area is one of the premier birding spots in eastern Pennsylvania. It is an early spring staging area for over 100,000 Snow Geese and up to 5,000 Tundra Swans. Join us for this birding tour of Middle Creek as we enjoy this spectacle and look for many other species of waterfowl. Both the rare Ross’s Goose and Cackling Geese have been seen on previous trips. We’ll also check the extensive grasslands for raptors like Northern Harriers and Rough-legged Hawks. Bald Eagles are often seen and Golden Eagles are seen occasionally. We will stay until dusk to listen for American Woodcocks and look for Short-eared Owls. This program is free of charge. Limited van space is available for first time participants. Participants should dress for the weather and bring binoculars and lunch. This is a great opportunity for photographers. To register, contact jacobsburgsp@pa.gov or 610-746-2801. Liberty Fire Co. 80s party
The annual 80s party will be held at Liberty Fire Co. #2 Social Hall 67 N 8th St, Bangor, Pennsylvania starting at 9:00pm.
. If you like seeing lots of friends, hearing great 80's tunes, and dancing all night long, this is definitely the place to be. Saturday, March 21st.with DJ Scott Edwards. March 22
Tatamy Volunteer Fire Company Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Tatamy Volunteer Fire Company, 164 Bushkill St., Tatamy will be hosting Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Sunday March 22, 2015 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm.
All you can eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, ham and assorted cold and hot beverages will be served. Cost: Adults $9.00, Kids 4-10 $6.00 and children 3 and under are Free. Photos with the Easter Bunny will be sponsored by Kris Ordinsky-Parks Photography until 12:00 pm. A variety of free kids activities will be provided throughout the event. Please come out and join them for a morning of food, family and friends while supporting your local volunteer organization. Pen Argyl Blood Drive
A blood drive will be held March 22 at 10:00am to March 23 at 3:00pm at Lookout Fire Co. 13 N. Robinson Avenue Pen Argyl, Pa 18072
The event is being held in honor Shellia Boettinger. If you would like an appointment you can call/Trisha. 484-895-9363 For more information on giving blood visit www.GIVEaPINT.org March 24
Lenten Lunches planned at Trinity Lutheran Church Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bangor will again host Lenten Lunches Tuesday at 12 noon in Fellowship Hall of the church.
Cost of the lunch is $2.00. Trinity is located at the corner of Broadway and South Fourth street in Bangor. March 25
Library Night at Wendy's Fundraiser
The Blue Mountain Community Library will be holding a “Library Night at Wendy’s” Fundraiser on Wednesday, March 25, 2014 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Wendy’s Restaurant in Wind Gap, PA will generously donate a portion of all sales that night to the Library in Pen Argyl. The fundraiser will include both eat-in and drive through orders.
Please consider supporting the Blue Mountain Community Library by enjoying a meal at Wendy’s. The money will be used to purchase new books and to meet the many expenses associated with maintaining the building. Membership to the library is free to all residents of the Pen Argyl School District and non-residents may join for a small yearly fee. Call Lisa at 610-863-3029 for information or visit the website at www.bmcl.org. Gracedale Health Fair
Gracedale, Northampton County’s Nursing Home, is hosting its 3rd Annual Community Health Fair on Wednesday, March 25th, 2015 from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The event will be held at Gracedale, 2 Gracedale Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064.
Visitors are invited to take an active role in maintaining personal health at this free event where they may learn about health care issues in a fun, supportive environment. Over 50 participating vendors will provide head to toe services and screenings for health prevention and wellness. Services include: wellness strategies, home safety and home health agencies, Alzheimer’s support, Reiki, massage, healthful eating, fitness, aromatherapy, organ and tissue donation, cancer support, blood pressure monitoring, body fat calculation, smoking cessation, rehabilitation, addiction, financial services and much more. There will also be a free raffle. While on the Gracedale Campus guests are encouraged to visit Northampton County Emergency Management, located directly behind the facility. Here, attendees may tour the 911 call center and view Emergency Management Equipment. Gracedale’s cafeteria will be open for purchase of a healthful lunch from 11AM – 1:30 PM. Gracedale Nursing Home is a 688 bed skilled nursing facility located in a beautiful rural setting on 365 acres in Upper Nazareth Township. This property, originally purchased by Northampton County from the Moravian Community, was called Gnadenthal, which translates to “Dale of Grace” or “Kindness.” Gracedale is Medicare and Medicaid certified and enjoys a reputation for excellence and caring in the health care community. Recently, Gracedale expanded their services to include a Short Term Rehabilitation Unit. Gracedale’s mission is to offer the best possible care at an affordable price. March 26
Peter Yarrow to Speak at NCC Peace and Justice Conference
Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary, will be the Cohen lecturer at Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Fifth Annual Peace and Justice Conference on Thursday, March 26, at the College’s Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
The conference, “Fifty Years of Giving Peace a Voice,” commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of our nation’s first pro-peace teach-in, held at the University of Michigan on March 24-25, 1965. The schedule of conference events includes:
Yarrow’s talk is part of the Cohen Lecture Series in the Humanities, established at Northampton Community College in 1986 through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Cohen. For more information, e-mail jvonschilling@northampton.edu or vanastasakos@northampton.edu. March 27
Jacobsburg Speaker Series: David CundallFriday, March 27, 7:00-8:00 PM
Ephemeral or vernal pools are critical elements of the habitat used by many species of amphibians. The long-term local survival of some amphibian species depends on them. Join Dr. David Cundall of Lehigh University as he talks about the basic features of vernal pools in the northeastern US, some of the plants and animals associated with them, why they are important, and their major threats. The talk will be followed by a walk or short drive to some vernal pools in the park (weather permitting). Waterproof boots and flashlights or headlamps are recommended. To register, contact jacobsburgsp@pa.gov or 610-746-2801. East Bangor Basket Bingo Basket Bingo will be held at the East Bangor Volunteer Fire Co. Saturday March 27. Doors open 6:30pm Bingo starts at 7:00pm. Tickets cost $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Call 610-588-5996 for tickets.
March 28
Grace UMC Easter Egg Hunt
I would like to have our annual Easter Egg Hunt included in Easter activity
announcements. Our Community Egg Hunt this year will be held on Saturday, March
28 at 10:00 am at Grace United Methodist Church. We will be meeting in the
sanctuary first for a short program before the hunt begins. Boots are
recommended, but there is a rain date set for Saturday, April 4 if the weather
does not cooperate. All children are welcome from babies - 6th graders, but must
be accompanied by an adult. We are collecting candy and plastic eggs now through
Friday March 27 outside our church office.
Come celebrate this Holy Season at Grace United Methodist Church with the whole family! Contemporary Worship Service at 8:30 AM every Sunday and Sunday School for all ages during our 10:00 AM Blended Celebration and Traditional service. Sunday School children will be participating in a Procession of the Palms on Palm Sunday, March 29 during the 10:00 AM service. Relay For Life Fund Raiser Trip Cancelled The Relay for Life Fundraiser "Footprints in the Sand" travel "MOSES" at the SIGHT & SOUND THEATRE 11am Show Saturday, March 28, 2015 has been cancelled
Spring Rummage/Bake Sale
Belfast Wesley United Methodist Church 607 School Road Nazareth, Pa. will hold a Spring Rummage/Bake Sale on Saturday March 28th, 2015 from 8:00am to 12:00pm.
Something for everyone! Please come out and join us! For more information please call Teddy at 1-908-235-8811. Portland Community Egg Hunt
On Saturday, March 28th at 2pm, Portland Lodge #311 F&AM will be hosting Portland's Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt at Portland Baseball Field. The field is located on Division St in Portland, PA.
The Egg hunt is for children 0-10 years of age. The Easter chick and bunny will arrive on Margaret the Pink Fire Truck and will be escorted by The Guardians of the Pink Ribbon & Portland Police department. This community event will take place rain or shine and is free to the public Caravan for Cancer Fund Raiser
The Caravan for Cancer will feature an Indoor Yard sale/flea market sponsored by the Region 12B Eastern Star Saturday, March 28 from 8:00am - 2:00pm at the Prosperity Lodge 520 Easton Road, Reigelsville,PA.
Vendors welcome call 610-588-0036. The event will feature new and used whatnots, jewelry, antiques, and other items for sale. A lite breakfast will also be available. Proceeds from the event will be used to purchase vehicle to transport cancer patients. Red Thread Cafe Art Nights
On the last Saturday of every month (Mar. 28th and Apr. 25th are the next nights) The Red Thread Cafe, an art, music and coffee venue of Hopesprings Community of Faith, opens its doors to local artists.
The community is invited to attend and be a part of a growing movement of local artists, writers, poets and sculptures who let their inner artist thrive in a supportive, creative atmosphere. Bring out the artist in you and both inspire others and be inspired by others. Through the collaborative atmosphere of The Red Thread Cafe, artists of all types get together and allow their creative spirits to soar. As Vincent Van Gogh once said, “Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” No matter what type of art you practice – poetry, painting, sculpture, writing, drawing - no matter what your skill level may be – experienced, novice or just curious - there is a place for you at Art Night What's that you say? You don't have a creative bone in your body? No problem Come and try your hand at it or be the encouragement for others by just hanging out. Bring your own supplies and projects and/or make a small donation (about $8) and supplies will be provided for you. It starts at 7 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. and will be held at 301 Market Street, Bangor, PA. Snack donations would be most appreciated by those attending. For more information please call 855-INFO-HOPE or email redthreadcafe@gmail.com Mt. Bethel Craft Show
The Ladies Auxiliary of Mt. Bethel Fire co. will hold its 20th annual craft show from 9-3 March 28 at the Fire Hall on Route 611 in Mt. Bethel.
Only handcrafted items. There will be a bake Sale and the kitchen will be open. Free admisssion and free parking. For more information call 570-897-5308 or 570-234-6505 Tumblin’ Timberdoodles!
Saturday, March 28, 7:00-8:00 PM
The spring courtship flight of the American Woodcock (also known as the “timberdoodle”) is one of the most fascinating sights in the natural world. Unfortunately woodcocks have declined in recent years. Places like Jacobsburg provide a safe haven for these reclusive birds. Join us as we search for woodcocks displaying at dusk. To register, contact jacobsburgsp@pa.gov or 610-746-2801. Slate Belt YMCA Egg Hunt Join us them Saturday, March 28th beginning at 12:15 pm for the 1st Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Slate Belt Y! This event is in partnership with the Slate Belt Rotary, "Breakfast with the Easter Bunny".
There will be a 1 SUPER Egg prize for each age group. Each child will get a participation gift. Participants must bring their own bag or basket. Cost : $5/childAdmission is Free if you attended the Slate Belt Rotary Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Event at Scorecard in Wind Gap. Ages 1-3 years 12:15 pm. Ages 4-7 years 12:30 pm. Ages 8-11 years 12:45 pm To register please call us at 610-881-4470, or visit the Slate Belt Y Welcome Center. March 29
East Bangor Free Dinner
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE Baked Ziti Dinner on Sunday, Mar. 29th, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.
Meet and Greet Pet Adoption Day
A meet and greet adoption day, sponsored by Boomer's Angels, will be held Sunday March 29 at Tractor Supply in Brodheadsville from 11-2.
Pet Photos With the Easter Bunny
Bring your pets and kids for adorable pictures with the Safe Haven Rescue Easter Bunny on Sunday, March 29 from 11-5 at Sit, Stay N Play, 1501 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg.
The pictures will cost $10, and make wonderful memories and Easter gifts! 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 find them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths, and Safe Haven has saved over 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. If you are an animal lover, we would love to meet you. Help us save homeless dogs! "Saving one dog won't change the world, but 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. |
 
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Cutting Edge Dentistry
by Dr. Gary Williams, DMD
garywilliamsdmd.com To use the words of one of my supply Reps., digital intra-oral scanners are, ”scary accurate.” But, I had no idea how true that is. Family Dental Care has just begun using a digital scanner for imaging crowns, veneers, bridges, splints, and Invisalign cases. That means, taking a PICTURE of the mouth, instead of making an impression of the mouth. An intra-oral scan takes the place of goopy impression material, which is nice; but, the best news is that the accuracy is unmatched! The fit of your new crowns and veneers is very precise. And all without a tray full of impression material. At Family Dental Care, we have always promised to stay abreast of tried and true technology, and this jump to digital scanning, is definitely cutting edge. garywilliamsdmd.com. Slate Belt Senior Center
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March 31
Lenten Lunches planned at Trinity Lutheran Church Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bangor will again host Lenten Lunches Tuesday at 12 noon in Fellowship Hall of the church.
Cost of the lunch is $2.00. Trinity is located at the corner of Broadway and South Fourth street in Bangor. Monroe Animal League Meeting
The Monroe Animal League will have it's monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 31 at 7 PM at the Eastern Monroe County Library, Rt 611/North 9th Street, Stroudsburg.
Monroe Animal League is a non-profit organization serving Monroe County since 1943, who's mission is to coordinate the human efforts in Monroe County to aid in the prevention of animal cruelty and to relieve the suffering of companion animals. MAL strives to optimize care through education, awareness, and financial support. They invite all animal lovers to join us. Visit www.monroe-animals.org, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/monroeanimal.league, or call the office 10-2 Tuesday through Friday at 570-421-7775 or all other times at 570-476-8444 April 2
Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club
Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its meeting Thursday, April 2, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem.
Program: “Digital Communications” – Ken/KB3MDT. Members and interested general public are welcome. Directions: http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. FMI: www.dlarc.org, KE3AW@ARRL.NET, or 610.432.8286. . April 4
UMBT Easter Egg Hunt
The annual Upper Mount Bethel Easter Egg Hunt will be held at Mount Bethel Fire Co. Saturday April 4 rain or shine. Come at 11:00am for pictures with the Easter Bunny and refreshments!
Egg Hunt begins at 11:20 SHARP! Find a Gold Egg and win an Easter Basket filled with awesomeness. One for each age group. Second Ward Easter Egg Hunt
The 78th Annual Second Ward Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 4 at 1:00pm at the home of Michael and Karyn Christensen, Blue Ridge Avenue, Bangor.
Children up to and inlcuding 12 are invited to participate with prizes awarded in each age group. The Easter Chick will again make his appeaqrance on the Fire Truck and refreshments will be provided. Anyone wishing to donate hard-boiled eggs for the hunt should deliver them to Heard's Meat Market by Friday, April 3. The event is co-sponsored by the Second Ward Fire Company and the Ladies Auxiliary. The hunt is held rain or shine. A special thanks goes out to the Christensens for use of their yard and allowing the tradition to continue. Washington Township Easter Bake Sale/Egg HuntThe Washington Township Vol. Fire Co. Auxiliary will hold its Easter Bake Sale April 4 at 9:00am at recreation fields on Route 191. For More information call Shirley at 484-661-7187. The Easter egg hunt will also be held at the same time.
April 5
Safe Haven Dog Adoption at Ace Hardware
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog adoption day from 11 -3 on Sunday, April 5, 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. April 6
Important Health Screening Tests Have your carotid arteries and thyroid checked for size or other irregularities. These two, non-invasive ultra sound tests could save your life.
Arndt's Lutheran Church of 1851 Arndt Road, Easton is offering these tests as a public service. It is not a fund raiser. The $30 is paid to Stroke Screen inc., the test administrator. Cash, check, or credit cards are accepted. Insurances do not cover these significant tests. On Monday April 6, the tests will be offered from 9am to 7pm. Walk-ins will be accommodated or book an appointment now by calling 610-588-6618. April 10
BMCL Sponsoring Antique Appraisal & Auction The Blue Mountain Community Library will hold its first Antiques Appraisal and Auction Event on Friday, April 10, 2015, from 5:30-8:00 PM at Slate Belt Nazareth Baptist Church, 1620 Church Road, Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
The antiques appraisals will be conducted by licensed auctioneers Lori Biechy of Lori Biechy Auctions, Christian Answini of Saucon Valley Auction Co., and Les Beyer, Auctioneer, who are generously donating their time and expertise. In addition to the appraisals, the event will feature both silent and regular auctions of various items and gift cards donated by a large number of area businesses. A beautiful handmade queen-sized quilt sewn by library volunteers will also be up for auction, with a reserved bid. Barbecue, hotdogs, and other food will be for sale. For food purchase and auction participation, cash and checks will be accepted. Tickets for the evening are available at the library (216 South Robinson Avenue in Pen Argyl) during regular business hours (M-Sa 10AM-12PM and M-Th 6-8PM). The cost to attend the event and participate in the auctions is $5; the cost to bring one item for appraisal and participate in the auctions is $10; the cost to bring two is $15. Sugested appraisal items: collectibles, militaria, silver, comic books, early toys, sports memorabilia, quilts, coins, primitives, musical instruments. Please no firearms, furniture, or large artworks. Tickets to bring items for appraisal are limited and available now through March 18, while supplies last. Tickets to attend without appraisal items are available now through April 10, as well as at the door on April 10. All money raised benefits the Blue Mountain Community Library. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. April 11
Krusaserz 4 A KureKrusaderz 4 A Kure will hold a Tricky Tray at the William Pensyl social Hall at the Portland fire co. April 11. Doors: 11 Drawings 1:00pm. Twenty Five Tickets plus 1 door prize for 45.00. Large prize table tickets six for $5.00. 50/50 six tickets for $5.00. All proceeds go to American Cancer Society Slate Belt Relay For Life. Event inof: call Sharon at 570-897-7001 or Tammy 570-620-7434.
4-H Equine Garage Sale Open to the Public
Celebrating 22 years of serving the public and having fun! On Saturday, April 11, 2015, the annual tack swap or “equine garage sale” will be held at the Northampton County 4-H Center, Nazareth, PA . The tack swap will be held from 11 AM - 2 PM. The public is invited to attend.
The Northampton County 4-H Center is located at 777 Bushkill Center Rd., 2.2 miles south of Rte. 512 from the traffic light for Bushkill Center Rd. or 3 miles north of Nazareth on Bushkill Center Rd. There will be new and used items for sale for all horse interests and disciplines. Also there will be horse crafts, Breyer model horses, clothing and other horse related items. All sellers must preregister for an inside sale table or space, outside space is first-come the day of the swap; there are no consignments. No live animals are permitted; no dogs permitted. Food, courtesy of Backtrackers 4-H Horse and Pony Club, will be available during the sale hours. This is a rain/shine event; being held inside non-heated buildings and outside. The 4-H program is open to youths between the ages of 8-19 years. It offers over 150 hands on projects, a wide variety of experiences, and builds life skills for the future. Volunteer leaders are always welcome. Anyone wishing information concerning the tack swap or the Northampton County 4-H Horse Program is asked to call Janice Martin at 610-837-7294. Anyone wishing general information concerning the 4-H program in Northampton County is asked to call Brad Kunsman at the Northampton County 4-H Offices, weekdays, 8 AM - 4 PM, at 610-746-1970. Blue and White Meat WheelApril 11th Blue and White Foundation will hold its 3rd Annual Meat Wheel at 7pm at Columbia Fire Co. They will have the meat wheel, a 50/50, basket of cheer, cash bar, and refreshments will be served. Event is for ages 21 and over.
April 12
Forever Friends Daycare Fund Raiser A Help Repair Forever Friends Daycare Fund raiser will be held at St. Johns UCC in Nazareth Sunday April 12 from 2-4:40pm. Art's & crafts, games, 50/50, raffles, as well as live music by Lorri Kulp Woodward. Her and her partner James will be performing a Frozen themed show for the kids then after a mixed set. Bring your families for a fun day. $5 at the door. All funds raised will go to the Daycare.
The Forever Friends daycare has been open for 2 years and serves more than 40 children from the Nazareth area and surrounding communities. The teachers and staff are dedicated to these children and were devastated February 23rd when they opened their doors to find three feet of water in the basement. 4 out of the 6 classrooms for the children were completely ruined with all items lost. Longaberger Basket Bingo A Longaberger Basket Bingo sponsored by St. Peter's Lutheran Church Scholarship Teamwill held Sunday, April 12 at the Wind Gap Volunteer Fire 545 EAST WEST STREET, Wind Gap.
The event includes Baskets, Pottery and Vera Bradley Bags Doors open at 12 noon. Game starts at 1:00 PM. Tickets Cost $20 in advance and $25 at the door. For Tickets call Jacquelyn Brinker 610-588-2101 or St. St Peters Plainfield Church Office 610-863-6859 Food will be available for purchase April 17
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. April 18
Girl Scout Troop 887 Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raiser
A spaghetti dinner fund raiser to benefit Girl Scout Troop 887 will be held Saturday April 18 from 4:30 to 7:30pm at the Trinity United Church of Christ 632 S. Delaware Drive, Mt. Bethel. The cost is $10 for adults, and $5 for children, 10 and under. Call 908-601-4952 for more information.
April 19
Safe Haven Dog Adoption at Tractor Supply
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog adoption day from 11 -3 on Sunday, April 19, at Tractor Supply, Rt. 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 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. . April 28
Monroe County Animal League Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Monroe Animal League will be on Tuesday, April 28 at 7:00 PM at the Eastern Monroe County Library, Rt. 611/N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg.
All Monroe County animal lovers are encouraged to attend. The Monroe Animal League is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving Monroe County since 1943, and is a member of the Federated Humane Societies of Pennsylvania. Our mission is to coordinate the human efforts in Monroe County to aid in the prevention of animal cruelty and to relieve the suffering of companion animals. MAL strives to optimize care through education, awareness, and financial support. For more information, visit www.monroe-animals.org, join us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MonroeAnimal League, email monroeanimalleague@gmail.com, or call Tuesday and Friday 10-2 at 570-421-7775. May 2
Wind Gap Park Clean-Up A Clean-up of Wind Gap Park is scheduled for May 2 from 9:00am to 3:00pm. For questions or more information call Lucy Flinn State Farm Insurance in Wind Gap at 610-863-5190.
Totts Gap Art Center Making Plans While you have warm weather on your mind, be sure to mark your calendar for our Sixth Annual Arts Fair: Saturday, May 2, from 11 - 4.
Details will be posted, so keep on the lookout! May 3
Washington Township Spring Fling Bingo The Washington Township Vol. Fire Co. Auxiliary will hold its third annual Spring Fling will be held May 3. Doors open at 11:00am and games start at 12:30pm.
The cost is $20.00 in advance and $25 at the door. A $300 pay out jackpot will be part of the event. The kitchen will be open, and there will be a tricky tray, 50/50 and door prizes. Call the following for tickets: Shirley Thomas, President 484-661-7187, Ruth Hahn, Vice President 610-588-7402, Donna Eberle, Secretary 484-298-0192, Sandy Wambold, Treasurer 610-588-9976 or cell 610-462-5611. Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Fundraiser
Join Team Trinity at St. Peter's Lutheran in Plainfield Towsnhip for an All-you-can-eat-Spaghetti dinner as they raise money for the Crohn's & Colitis Sunday, May 3 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Trinity Waring a local 12-year old was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis at the age of 8. She has under gone multiple surgeries to have her whole colon removed. She struggles from day to day with fatigue/nausea/and pain. At times being unable to function in daily life such as school. She makes the best and continues on, as she educates family/friends/ and strangers of her disease. She never gets down even when the days are hard, but often says: " Storms don't last forever!" We would like you to join us as we help TEAM TRINITY Raise money again with their 3rd Annual Spaghetti Dinner/ Tricky Tray. Thank you all who continue to support TEAM TRINITY. Hopefully one day we will find that cure. The cost is $5.00 which includes Spaghetti, Salad, Bread, Drink, and Dessert All proceeds go to CCFA. Open House & Vendor Show
Open House & Vendor show Free Lessons & Pony Rides will held Sunday, May 3at 9:00am - 5:00pm at Horses Change Lives at Horses 4 Hope 927 Laurel Hill Road, Mt Bethel 18343 Free Pony Rides, Free Lessons, Bake Sale Face painting, over 20 vendors & More
Safe Haven Dog Adoption at Ace Hardware
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog adoption day from 11 -3 on Sunday, May 3, 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 4
Seniors Bus Trip to Mohegan SunSlate 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 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 23
Portland Outdoor MoviePortland's first outdoor movie will be held May 23 downtown at sunset featuring Monster Inc.
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 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. |