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The Firing Squad Salute was done by members of  Roseto Legion  Post 750 under the direction of Commander Steve DeFranco during Veterans Day ceremonies at Bangor Memorial Park Tuesday morning. (More Photos Below)  (More photos tomorrow)  PHOTO GALLERY  Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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These veterans were among others who raised their hands to be recognized at the request of Marcia Hahn, during a ceremony in which  a portion of Bushkill Center Road was designated as Veterans Memorial Highway to honor the many area veterans for their service to our country. PHOTO GALLERY (More photos tomorrow) (More photos below)  Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Pius X Commemorates Veteran's Day

   Pius X Jr/Sr High School  commemorated Veteran’s Day at an assembly in the school gymnasium. Mr. Richard Black was the guest speaker for the 9:00am assembly. Mr. Black was stationed aboard the USS Ogden and USS Durham. He was assigned to SEAL Team Two and SEAL Team Eight in Norfolk, VA.
  Black is a retired Navy SEAL Chief Petty Officer. His enlistment began in 1981 and he remained on active duty until his retirement in 2005. He was a Senior Enlisted Leader at the US Naval Academy, Command Career Counselor and SEAL Platoon Leading Chief Petty Officer. He also held the positions of Military Freefall and Static Line Jump Master, Naval Special Warfare Scout/Sniper Honor man, Emergency Medical Technician and Special Operations Parachute Rigger. As an instructor and mentor at the US Naval Academy he trained midshipmen in leadership, physical fitness, basic war fighting skills, basic parachuting techniques and taught classes such as swimming and rock climbing. He taught midshipmen selected for the Naval Special Warfare the basics of SEAL Junior Officer Duties and responsibilities, world geography and other aspects of special operations.
   Currently  Black works as a Naval Special Warfare Mentor for Navy Recruiting District Philadelphia covering from Allentown, PA south to Annapolis, MD and from the south Jersey shore west to Frederick, MD.

Veterans License Plate Available

    New license plates, designed to recognize veterans and provide funds to preserve monuments in the Gettysburg National Military Park are now available from PennDOT.
    The new series of military-themed plates, authorized by Act 109 of 2014, recognizes the sacrifices of our service members and veterans for their preparation for and service in combat. Specialty plates depicting the Combat Action Ribbon, the Combat Action Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge, the CombatAction Badge and the Combat Medical Badge are now available for qualifying service members and veterans.
   The legislation also expanded the criteria for service to qualify for the Merchant Marine registration plate from World War II veterans only to include Merchant Marines who have served during the Korean War, the Vietnam War or any of the recent wars in the Middle East.  PennDOT currently offers 34 different types of registration plates recognizing our veterans.
   Also, PennDOT is now issuing the Pennsylvania Monuments special fund registration plate that will generate funds to assist with preserving monuments at the Gettysburg National Military Park. The plate has an image of the Pennsylvania Memorial Monument at Gettysburg with the words "Gettysburg 1863" displayed at the bottom of the plate. The fee for the plate is $54 with $23 of the proceeds to be used to provide grants to nonprofit organizations for cleaning, repairing and restoring monuments in the Gettysburg National Military Park.
   More about registration plate programs and availability of a wide variety of registration plates can be found by visiting their website at www.dmv.state.pa.us, clicking on the Motor Vehicle Information Center and looking under Registration Plate Information.
 
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Tre Jordan of Pius X crosses the goal line, during the Royals' 26-7 win over Mahanoy Area in the Class A District XI semi final.  (More photos tomorrow) (More photos below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory

TRAFFIC ALERT

Route 33 Travel Delays

 1. Route 33 between Routes 191 and 248 will experience lane restrictions in both directions for line painting and reflector installation.  
  Expect delays and  use caution driving through the work zone starting November 10 and ending November 14 between the hours of 9:00am and 3:00pm.

  2.  Route 33 North between Routes 191 and 248 will experience lane restrictions for inspection. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone November 12 between the hours of   9:00am and 2:00pm.

 3. Route 33 North between Routes 191 and 248 will experience lane restrictions for inspection. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone November 13 between the hours of   9:00am and 2:00pm.

Christmas Victorian Tea

   Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church will hold its tenth annual Christmas Victorian Tea from 2-4 pm Saturday December 13 in the fellowship hall of the church located at Fourth and Broadway in Bangor.
    Tickets are still available at a cost of $7.00 per person.
  Call the church office at 610-588-2023 from 9-12 or 1-3 Monday through Thursday to reserve your tickets.

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DeFranco Elementary student Jake Hull speaks to fellow students, during a Veterans program held Friday at the school. (More photos tomorrow) (More photos below)   Sbtt Photo Larry Cory

HAPPENING TODAY - NOVEMBER 12

  • Book Discussion - Blue Mountain Library 6:30 pm
  • Kiwanis Club of Slate Belt - 12:15. J & R’s Smokehouse. 610-863-3029.
  • Food Pantry - 301 W. Main St., Pen Argyl 10-12.
  • Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
  • Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
  • Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
  • Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
  • Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
  • Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2
  • Bangor Exchange Club - Blue Valley Farm Show, 7pm.
  • Washington Township Recreation Board - Municipal Building, 7pm.
  • Knights of Columbus Meeting - Council Home, 7:30-9:30pm 
  • Book Discussion - Friends of Bangor Library at Trolley Stations Restaurant 6:45 pm
  • Bangor Planning Commission - Bee Hive, 7:00pm
  • Grandparents Village - Bangor Public Library Upstairs, 6:00 - 7:30pm. 
  • Veterans Day Ceremony - Bangor Memorial Park Pool Entrance, 10:00am.

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Deborah Bowman thanks Jason Miller of the Save A Warrior project for speaking  during a Veterans program at DeFranco Elementaty school.  (More photos tomorrow) (More photos below)  (Sbtt Photo Larry Cory)

L-WGT Committee Meeting

   The Liberty-Water Gap Trail PA Extension committee will meet 7:00pm Wednesday November 12 in the William Pensyl Social Hall in Portland.
   The L-WGT is envisioned to connect Liberty State Park in Jersey City, N.J. with Delaware Water Gap, PA.
  Members will discuss the recreational, health, and economic values of the trail and the partnerships involved, including the 911 Memorial Trail Association.

Our Icy Past Living on a Moraine

    The Slate Belt Heritage Center presents Our Icy Past - Living on a Moraine by  Henry Skirbst, Thurday - November 13th at 7:00 pm
   For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.

Mohegan Sun Casino Trip

   St. Elizabeth's of Hungary Church in Pen Argyl Is Sponsoring a Trip to the Mohegan Sun Casino in Wilkes Barre on Thursday, November 13.  The First Pick up Location Will Be at the St. Elizabeth's Parking Lot, Leaving by 9:00am. The Second Pick up Location Will Be at the Old St. Joseph's Parking Lot in Wind Gap, Leaving by 9:05am. For More Information, 
   Please Call Mary Lou Derea-lohman at 610-86304846 or 610-844-4630."

NCC  Veterans Week Program

   In observance of Veterans Day, Northampton Community College will present a talk by guest speaker Joseph Arata, Chief Strategic Recruitment, Department of Homeland Security/Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The program will be held on Thursday, November 13, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the David A Reed Community Room at NCC’s Main Campus in Bethlehem Township.
   Afterward, the college will honor veterans with a celebration and reception at NCC’s Veterans Plaza
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Veteran John Krebs speaks, during a ceremony in which a portion of Bushkill Center Road was designated as Veterans Memorial Highway to honor the many area veterans for their service to our country. (More photos tomorrow)  PHOTO GALLERY (More Photos below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Pius X defenders hope to recover a fumble, during the Royals' 26-7 win over Mahanoy Area in the Class A District XI semi final.  (More photos tomorrow) (More photos below Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Honored guests stand for the Firing Squad Salute during Veterans Day ceremonies at Bangor Memorial Park Tuesday morning. (More photos tomorrow)  PHOTO GALLERY  Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Chairman of the Bushkill Township Board of Superviors speaks, during a ceremony in which a portion of Bushkill Center Road was designated as Veterans Memorial Highway to honor the many area veterans for their service to our country. (More photos tomorrow)  PHOTO GALLERY (More Photos below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Nate Stewart (2) of Pius X eludes a tackler, during the Royals' 26-7 win over Mahanoy Area in the Class A District XI semi final.  (More photos tomorrow)  Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Veteran Donald Jones was the Master of Ceremonies for the Veterans Day ceremonies at Bangor Memorial Park Tuesday morning. (More photos tomorrow)  PHOTO GALLERY  Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Assistant Principal Tom Toth makes a announcement, during a Veterans program held at DeFranco Elementary school Friday.   (Sbtt Photo Larry Cory)

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Uncontrollable laughing and crying: 
A stroke survivor's unexpected diagnosis

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(BPT) - At the age of 33, Delanie Wilson had everything she’d ever hoped for. She married the love of her life, had two wonderful children and adored her job as a history teacher. 
   She had recently lost 78 pounds and was in the best shape of her life. In Delanie’s eyes, life couldn’t be better. That was until June 2012, when Delanie fell victim to a stroke, which left doctors questioning whether Delanie would ever be able to talk or walk again.
   “Because I was so young, I thought I was invincible to something like a stroke,” said Delanie. “I was in great physical condition and when I suffered the stroke, my world was turned upside down.”
  Delanie’s road to recovery was challenging and involved months of rehab. With time, Delanie saw improvements in her speech and movement, but began experiencing uncontrollable bouts of crying and laughing. A psychologist in the hospital told Delanie that it was probably just depression and was treated accordingly. These episodes became more intense and disruptive for Delanie once she returned home.
   “When I returned home from rehab after being in such a controlled environment, my emotions unraveled,” said Delanie. “Any time I was stressed or overwhelmed, I would break out into fits of laughter that I couldn’t control or stop. I started to question whether this was really depression.”  
   Delanie lived with these unprompted outbursts for six months. During this time, her family and friends were embarrassed to be with her in public. Delanie stopped going to church and didn’t attend a friend's grandmother's funeral in fear she would break out into laughter.
   “I missed a lot of social situations and isolated myself at home because I was afraid of what I might do,” said Delanie. “I knew something wasn’t right so I went to my neurologist and he diagnosed me with PseudoBulbar Affect (PBA). I couldn’t believe it; it was such a relief knowing that this was a real condition with a name.”
   PBA is a neurologic condition characterized by uncontrollable, sudden outbursts of laughing and/or crying that don’t match what a person is feeling on the inside. PBA can occur in people with brain injuries or certain neurologic conditions such as stroke or Alzheimer’s. In a recent study, approximately 38 percent of stroke patients exhibited symptoms of PBA.
  There is not always a clear trigger for a PBA episode, which can last from seconds to minutes and occur several times a day.  Sometimes these crying or laughing episodes are so exaggerated and disruptive they may interfere with routine activities or cause people with PBA to avoid social situations altogether.
   Nearly two million Americans with certain neurologic conditions or brain injuries are estimated to suffer from PBA, yet there is a lack of awareness and knowledge of the condition. PBA is often mistaken as depression or just a part of the person’s primary underlying condition—when in fact, it’s a separate, treatable condition.
   “There is a need for increased PBA awareness in the stroke community,” said Delanie. “I was able to work with my doctor to find a treatment that works for me and I’ve been able to get my life back in order, but I am still adjusting to this condition. I encourage anyone with similar symptoms to speak to their doctor about PBA.”  
How to differentiate PBA from depression:
* Depression: Ongoing and continuous state of sadness or hopelessness that can last over weeks or months
* PBA: In patients with certain underlying neurologic conditions or brain injuries PBA episodes are brief, spontaneous eruptions of crying and/or laughing that may not truly reflect what a person is feeling inside.
   Visit PBAinfo.org for more information on PBA, how it is different from depression, and to take PBA self-assessment test and follow @PBAinfo on Twitter.

            • Boy missing for six days found in IKEA

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            A 12-year-old boy who ran away after being told off by his mother was found by police six days later in IKEA.Peng Yijian is said to have survived on free samples handed out by supermarkets while he was 'on the run' in Shanghai.
           When police discovered him he was weak with hunger and had to be placed on an intravenous drip in hospital.
           His mother Liu said her son had run away before, but never for so long.
           Yijian was reported missing last Tuesday and officers spotted him on CCTV wandering around Shanghai South Railway Station.
          The next day's footage showed him at a nearby Carrefour outlet.
           "We thought there might be other places he likes to visit, so we asked his mother. She gave us eight or nine names, including Caoxi Park, Nanfang Shopping Mall, In Center and IKEA," said Sun Miao, a police officer in Xuhui District.
           Officers were dispatched and the boy was spotted by a surveillance camera at the IKEA outlet on Caoxi Road.
          After a 40-minute hunt, during which exit doors were blocked, police found Yijian near an escalator on the ground floor.
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        November 13

        NCC  Veterans Week Program

           In observance of Veterans Day, Northampton Community College will present a talk by guest speaker Joseph Arata, Chief Strategic Recruitment, Department of Homeland Security/Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The program will be held on Thursday, November 13, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the David A Reed Community Room at NCC’s Main Campus in Bethlehem Township.
           Afterward, the college will honor veterans with a celebration and reception at NCC’s Veterans Plaza

        Our Icy Past Living on a Moraine

            The Slate Belt Heritage Center presents Our Icy Past - Living on a Moraine by  Henry Skirbst, Thurday - November 13th at 7:00 pm
           For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.

        Mohegan Sun Casino Trip

           St. Elizabeth's of Hungary Church in Pen Argyl Is Sponsoring a Trip to the Mohegan Sun Casino in Wilkes Barre on Thursday, November 13.  The First Pick up Location Will Be at the St. Elizabeth's Parking Lot, Leaving by 9:00am. The Second Pick up Location Will Be at the Old St. Joseph's Parking Lot in Wind Gap, Leaving by 9:05am. For More Information, 
           Please Call Mary Lou Derea-lohman at 610-86304846 or 610-844-4630."

        November 14

        Faith Christian Concert

           Fourth through  Sixth Grade students will hold a  concert at  Faith Christian School November 14 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

        COPS ‘n’ KIDS AND YOU . . . 

            As a result of the kindness and commitment of the entire community, the award-winning Cops ‘n’ Kids Children’s Literacy Program has distributed more than 619,000 free books thus far. 
           This program pairs children (pre-school through middle school) with new or gently used books that have been donated by individuals and organizations from throughout the Lehigh Valley. In many cases, the books are the first that the children have to keep as their own. This is all made possible as a result of an amazing “spirit of giving” in our community. 
           They are collecting books the first Cops ‘n’ Kids event ever in the Bangor Area School District for their Washington Elementary School students. They are hoping to reach our goal of 1,000 books to distribute to their Kindergarten through Fourth grade student in that building, 
           If you wish to donate please see below for the drop off location site. The book drive will run through November 14th that you are welcome to contact Bowman at 610-599-7013.
          Drop-off sites for any books you wish to donate include the following:
        • All Merchants Bank locations
        • Brian Witmer State Farm Insurance Company
        • Washington Elementary School
          If you would like additional information on the program, please contact Deb Bowman at 610-599-7013 ext. 3704 or bowmand@bangorsd.org
        Visit their website at www.copsnkidslv.org.

        November 15

        NCC Youth Chess Tournament

          Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its 13th annual youth chess tournament for children ages 18 and under on November 15, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., at the David A. Reed Community Room, Main Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. 
           Participants will be able to compete in five rounds, rated and unrated.  Trophies and prizes will be awarded.  The cost is $30 with pre-registration by November 13 or $35 at the door.
           To register, visit www.northampton.edu/lifelearn. For more information about this and other youth programs at NCC, go to www.northampton.edu/Horizons-For-Youth/Special-Events-and-Partnerships or call 610-861-4120. 

        Christmas Card Making

           Christmas Card Making Hosted will be available Saturday November 15 from 1-5pm at Lori's Close to My Heart Papercrafting, 744 Chestnunt St., Bangor, PA
           Come on over and start making some of your Christmas Cards. You can start here, Supplies will be available for $20 a person and you take home 20 cards. 
          If you can't finish them that afternoon, they will get you prepped cut and stamped. 
           All you have to do is assemble what you didn't finish at home. If you have supplies, bring them over and play with us for free.

        Go Teach: Hiking 101, A Cross Curricula Connection

        Saturday, November 15th 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
        Hiking is more than putting on a pair of boots and walking in the woods. It’s a lifelong recreational activity that can increase one’s stamina, endurance and athleticism. It’s also the basis of numerous other recreations including backpacking, orienteering and geo-caching. Learn how to enable your students to discover Penn’s Woods through an interdisciplinary set of lessons for teachers created by the PA Bureau of State Parks. Lessons focus on health, fitness and trip planning; map reading and identifying local trails; forest ecology as well as nature journaling. The lessons meet several Physical Education & Health standards as well as standards for Geography, Science & Ecology and the Humanities. As part of this workshop teachers will receive lessons, ACT 48 hours and access to loaner equipment to help incorporate outdoor recreation education into their school. The cost of the workshop is $20 payable to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. To register, contact Lauren Forster at laforster@pa.gov or 610-746-2801.

        TGAI Scholarship Dinner

           You’re invited to join Totts Gap Art Institute for its third Annual Scholarship Dinner to be held from 6-10pm, Saturday November 15. The cost is $50 per person.
           With music by the incomparable Vicki Doney, the event will be filled with dinner, catered by J. DeFranco & Daughters, conversation and a silent auction of original art. 
           It is a great opportunity to meet others in the community who want to make a difference. With our scholarship demands doubling in the past year, your support is more important than ever. They truly hope to see you there!
           RSVP by November 7. Remit payment by check or PayPal. Visit TottsGap.org or call 610-588-5817.

        Second Annual Toy Bingo

            The second annual Toy Bingo will be held at Hope UCC in Wind Gap Saturday November 15. Doors open 11:00am, bingo starts 1:00pm.
           The cost is $15.00 in advance and $20.00 at the door. Adults and children are welcome to play.
           There will be 15 paper games and each game has a three chance to win.
           The kitchen will be open to purchase lunch, snacks and drinks.
           Prizes include toys, games, gift cards, etc. plus a grand prize basket. Doors prize will also be awarded, Other activities include a silent auction and a 50/50 drawing.
          To purchase tickets e-mail hopeucc@hotmail.com or call 908-727-0090. Check them out on the web at www.hope.ucc.com

        Annual Wreath Making

          The Jacobsburg sixth annual Day of Wreath Making will be held at Bushkill Fire Co November 15. Doors open 11:00am.
          Everyone is invited to them. The cost is $45.00 which includes materials and instructions how to create beautiful wreath.
           Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. First come - first served. Food for sale from the fire company.
          To register click on this link: http://www.jacobsburghistory.com/news/events/2014-wreath-making-event/ . Then click for the registration form.
          More info call Kay: 610-863-8136 or Karen 610-837-0834

        Flapjack Fundraiser

            Humble Hearts for Hope will sponsor a Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebees on Rt 248 November 15 from 8-10am. UNLIMITED pancakes, syrup, butter, link sausage and a beverage choice including coffee, orange juice, soda and tea.

        November 16

        Celebrate the Autumn Harvest  

              November is photography month in the Lehigh Valley. They are proud to be a participating gallery for the Artsquest InVision Photography Festival. This year's featured artist is Rick Smith, Nazareth Native and President of the Nazareth Center for the Arts. 
            On display are photographs from Rick's decade long project of Northampton County's most precious gems, the farms and the land that surrounds them. Heart And Soil : Our Farms, Our Legacy recently was awarded a PCA grant, funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Arts, a Federal Agency. 
            Join them Sunday November 16th 1-3pm for cocktails and Artist Talk. 

        Safe Haven Pet Adoption

            Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold dog adoption days from 11 a.m. To 3 p.m, on  Sunday,November 2 at Tractor Supply,Broadheadsville.
           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.
           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.

        Gertrude Hawk Candy Fund Raiser

           The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold a "Gertrude Hawk" candy fundraiser for Christmas.  Many new items are featured.  For more info., call Diane at 610-588-2397.  The deadline for ordering is Sunday, November 16th.

        November 18

        Safe Haven Volunteer Meeting

            Come to Cherry's Sunset Restaurant, Route 209, Kresgeville at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, November 18  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.
           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 Volunteer Meeting

            Come to Cherry's Sunset Restaurant, Route 209, Kresgeville at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, November 18  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.
           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.

        NCC to Hold Campus Tours

           Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold tours of its Main Campus on several upcoming dates.  Prospective students and their families are invited to tour the campus, learn about the College’s 100+ academic programs and student life and get answers to their questions from admissions staff. 
           The tours are scheduled for:
           November 18, and December 18 at 3:30 p.m. and on   December 2 at 11:30 a.m. The tours last approximately two hours. 
          The NCC Main Campus is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, in Bethlehem Township.  Tours will begin at the Student Enrollment Center. 

        Pen Argy Girl Cast in NCC's
        The Importance of Being Earnest 

           Sarah Thatcher of Pen Argyl is among the cast of Northampton Community College's The Importance of Being Earnest  by Oscar Wilde November 20 – 24 at the Norman R. Roberts Lab Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Main Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. 
           The play tells the story of two friends in 1890s London who intentionally use the same pseudonym for their on-the-sly plans. 
          Performances are November 20, 21, 22, and 24 at 7:30 p.m. and November 23 at 3:00 p.m.  Tickets are free with a donation of nonperishable foods for a local food bank or a contribution to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund. 
           Early ticket reservations are strongly recommended because of limited space.  To reserve tickets, call 610-861-5524 or e-mail NCC_theatre_tickets@northampton.edu. 
           The director is Laura Johnson.  

        November 20

        Young at Heart Vets Program

           The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club Will Be Having their All Veterans and Present Military, and Their Families, for All That They Have Done, and Continue to Do So, to Protect and Keep Us Safe. 
          Bill Nixon, Also a Veteran, Will Give the Keynote Speech. This Program Is Open to All of the Slate Belt and Surrounding Areas,  including Nazareth, Saylorsburg, Etc. 
          For More Information, Please Call Mary Lou Derea Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630 or Minnie Thomas at 610-863-5689.

        November 21

        East Bangor Church Bazaar

            The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Friday, November 21 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m..
           There are handcrafted Christmas gifts and ornaments, "white elephants", Fall items, hand-knitted items, jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies, and door prize drawings.  A light lunch and soup will be available. 
           The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA.  Call 610-588-4453 or visit: ebumc. org

        Jacobsburg Speaker Series: Dan Mummert

        Friday, November 21th 7:00-8:00 p.m.
        White-nose syndrome (WNS) is an emergent disease of hibernating bats that has spread from the northeastern to the central United States at an alarming rate. Since the winter of 2007-2008, millions of insect-eating bats in 25 states and five Canadian provinces have died from this devastating disease. The disease is named for the white fungus, Pseudogymnoascus destructans, that infects skin of the muzzle, ears, and wings of hibernating bats. Join Dan Mummert, Wildlife Conservation Officer for the PA Game Commission as he talks about this devastating disease and how it is affecting bats in Pennsylvania. To register, contact Rick Wiltraut at rwiltraut@pa.gov or 610-746-2801.

        November 22

        East Bangor Church Bazaar

            The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on  Saturday November 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  
           There are handcrafted Christmas gifts and ornaments, "white elephants", Fall items, hand-knitted items, jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies, and door prize drawings.  A light lunch and soup will be available. 
           The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA.  Call 610-588-4453 or visit: ebumc. org

        Mount Eaton Christmas Market & Bazaar

           Mount Eaton Church's Ladies Fellowship will be holding a Christmas Market and Bazaar on November 22 from 9am until 3pm.  
          Available items include;Bake Sale, Craft Items , Flea Market Items, Homemade Soups, Sandwiches,  Salads, Desserts and more.
           Follow the signs to: Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, 7277 Mt. Eaton Road
        (570) 992-7050
            For directions: www.mounteatonchurch.org

        Open Mic Night at The Red Thread Cafe

          Open mic Night will held at the Red Thread Cafe November 22 from 7-10pm.  Participants should arrive at 6:30 to sign-up to,play.
          The Red Thread Cafe is a non-profit neighborhood coffeehouse space at Hopesprings Community of Faith, 301 Market St. in Bangor,  that features fair-trade coffee, art, live music, and community gatherings.

        Pen Argyl PTA Craft /Vendor Show

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          The Pen Argyl PTA is excited to announce an upcoming craft and vendor show, to be held at Plainfield Elementary School Saturday, November 22  from 9am -3pm. 
           The show will include over 25 vendors and crafters. Food and beverages will also be available to purchase throughout the day. Proceeds will benefit children from all schools in the Pen Argyl District. 
         Space is still available!!! Any vendors/crafters interested, please contact Lisa Debellis at debellis@ptd.net 
          Prices are as follows; $25.00 for an 8ft table, $30.00 for an 8-foot table and extra floor space,  $40 for two 8-foot tables or a larger space.
          Any questions, comments or suggestions can be sent to siannestatile@gmail.com. 

        Holiday Benefit Concert

           A Holiday Benefit Concert featuring the rock band Twelve Twenty Four,  sponsored by the Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce, will be held Saturday November 22 at 7:30pm  in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theatre, at Bangor High School, Five Points Richmond Road.
           Proceeds for this event helps benefit the opening of  the Slate Belt YMCA.
          Twelve Twenty Four's performances feature the music of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, as well as their own holiday creations. With a total of seventeen performers – a six-piece rock band, four-piece string section, six lead vocalists, and an angel storyteller – Twelve Twenty-Four brings alive the magic of Christmas at each show.
          Dirk Yahraes, a Pen Argyl native, plays bass guitar for the band. He has also performed as the orchestral bass player for the Bangor Elks Men’s Chorus annual variety show.
          Tickets: $20/person Tickets are available at:Local Merchants Banks, Lucy Flinn:State Farm, Wind Gap, Nazareth YMCA 610-759-3440,Slate Belt Chamber 610-588-1000.
          If you have any questions regarding the concert please contact Jill A'Hearn at jillahearn@slatebeltymca.org, or 610-759-3440.

        November 23

           “Surviving the Holidays”

            “Surviving the Holidays” is a free one-day session being hosted by GriefShare bereavement support group on Sunday, November 23, 2014 from 3:00-5:00 PM. The session will be held at Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA. Childcare is available upon request.
           For more information or to register, please contact the church office at (570) 992-7050 or office@mounteatonchurch.org. Directions to the church and more information about GriefShare may be found at mounteatonchurch.org.
           Mount Eaton is a non-denominational church serving the west end of Monroe County, Pennsylvania since 1884. Mount Eaton Church holds worship on Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings and offers a variety of programs for family members of all ages. 

        Boomer's Angels Pet Adoption

            On Sunday, November 23, come to Tractor Supply, Route 209, Brodheadsville  from 11- 2, to meet some of the beautiful loving dogs that Boomer's Angels have for adoption!
           Boomer's Angels Rescue & Care is a new group in Northeast Pennsylvania that rescues and rehomes dogs, cats, bunnies and critters. To find more information, visit www.BoomersAngels.com and find us on Facebook. Call (570) 350-4977.

        Holiday Bingo

            Holiday Bingo with a $300 payout, sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of Washington Township Volunteer Fire Co..will be held Sunday November 23 at the fire co.
            Doors open at 11:am. Bingo begins at 12:30pm.
            In addition to the $300 jackpot there also will be a tricky tray, 50/50, and door prizes.
           Call for tickets: Shirley Thomas 484-661-7187, Ruth Hahn 610-588-7402, Donna Eberle 484-298-0912 or Sandy Wambold 610-588-9976 (cell) 610-462-5611.

        November 26

        Thanksgiving Pie Sale

            A Thanksgiving Pie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Wednesday, November 26th. 
           Pick up between 11am and noon. The cost is $10 per Apple or Pumpkin pie. Orders are recommended and can be placed until November 23rd. 
           To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-599-0809.

        November 29

        Annual Fall Craft show

            The Ladies Auxiliary of Mt. Bethel Fire Company will hold their 26th annual FALL Show November 29 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at the fire hall on Route 611 in Mt. Bethel.
           HANDCRAFTED ITEMS ONLY. Bake sale available. Kitchen will be open.
           Free admission and free parking.
           Fore more information call 570-897-5308 or 570-234-6505.

        November 30

        World-renown Karla Steinbach  Signing at Elvern's 

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           World-renown nutcracker creator, Dipl-Ing. Karla Steinbach, is coming to Elvern Farms & The Cider House Gift Shop in Pen Argyl, PA on November 30th.  Frau Steinbach is the President of Steinbach GmbH in Hohenhameln, Germany where the world-famous Steinbach nutcrackers, smokers, ornaments, and music boxes are designed and manufactured.
           For over twenty years, the Steinbach family has come to our store to meet collectors and sign their most treasured Steinbach collectibles.  Come have your picture taken with Frau Steinbach and bring your Steinbach pieces from home to be signed.  We have over one thousand Steinbach pieces in the store including the new 2014 Steinbach collection on display and available for purchase.  Reserve your pieces now as we'll sell out as we get closer to Christmas.
           We invite you to join us on November 30th from 3-6pm at our store located at 506 E. Main Street (Route 512) in Pen Argyl, PA for this year's special event.  Don't miss this once a year event and opportunity to meet the most famed nutcracker maker in the world!  For more information or to reserve your pieces for the event, please contact the store at 610-863-6111 or order online at elvernfarms.com.
          Elvern Farms is a Pennsylvania Century Farm located in Mt. Bethel, PA with a retail farmer's market and gift shop located in Pen Argyl, PA.  For over 35 years, they have grown and sold fresh, quality produce to the Slate Belt community as well as other parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

        Portland Tree Lighting

           Everyone is welcome to join Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony in Portland November 30 at 7:00pm.
          Honorary Tree Lighter will be Walter Emery and he will joined by Mayor Prator and a holiday blessing from the local ministry.
            The Bangor High School select choir will sing holiday carols.
            Residents are welcome to enjoy hot cocoa and cookies.
            Remember no to decorate the tree with edible ornaments.

        New Approach "Happy Holidays"

           The New Approach will present their Christmas Concert "Happy Holidays"Sunday, November 30at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
        at St Peter's EV Lutheran Church 1422 Church Rd, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072
          Tickets are $5.00 or $5.00 at the door.
          Proceeds will benefit St Peters Plainfield Scholarship Fund

        December 2

        NCC to Hold Campus Tours

           Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold tours of its Main Campus on several upcoming dates.  Prospective students and their families are invited to tour the campus, learn about the College’s 100+ academic programs and student life and get answers to their questions from admissions staff. 
           The tours are scheduled for:
           December 2 at 11:30 a.m. , and December 18 at 3:30 p.m.  The tours last approximately two hours. 
          The NCC Main Campus is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, in Bethlehem Township.  Tours will begin at the Student Enrollment Center. 

        December 3

        Christmas Shopping in Harrisburg

             It’s Big….It’s Beautiful…It’s Christmas in Harrisburg!
           Join the Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce at the Pennsylvania Christmas & Gift Show (Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex) Wednesday, December 3.
           Bus departs Capitol Plaza, Bangor at 9:00am Returning approximately 7 pm
           Christmas shop at the largest holiday show in the country-750 vendor booths with thousands of gifts affordably priced.  See decorated trees, 100’ train display, choral and musical groups, dance troupes, Santa and children’s workshop and much more.
            Cost: $40.00 per person includes bus transportation & admission ticket.
           RESERVATIONS & PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY OCTOBER 15TH TO SECURE BUS & ADMISSION TICKETS
          Send check payable to Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce, 187 Blue Valley Dr. Bangor, PA 18013 along with your name, address and phone number.

        December 9

        Luncheon Aids Slate Belt Toys for Children 

          Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce Holiday Luncheon to support Slate Belt Toys for Children in the Slater Conference Room at the Bangor Area School District Administration Building, 123 Five Points Richmond Rd., Bangor., Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 12:00 Noon. Cost: $15.00
          They are asking that all attendees donate an unwrapped gift for the Slate Belt Toys for Children program.  These toys will be donated to Slate Belt less fortunate children through the Slater Family Network & Families First. 
           For your Holiday entertainment there will be a special performance by the Bangor High School Singers.
          Remit your name, addrsss & number attending along with a check payable to SBCC by 12/2/14 to SBCC, 187 Blue Valley Dr., Bangor, PA 18013 610 588 1000

        December 13

        Christmas Victorian Tea

           Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church will hold its tenth annual Christmas Victorian Tea from 2-4 pm Saturday December 13 in the fellowship hall of the church located at Fourth and Broadway in Bangor.
            Tickets are still available at a cost of $7.00 per person.
          Call the church office at 610-588-2023 from 9-12 or 1-3 Monday through Thursday to reserve your tickets.

        Portland Open Mic Night

           Refiner's Fire Ministry announces an open mic night will be held the second Saturday of every month at 6:30pm at the Spark Cafe on Division Street. All talents are welcome.

        Boulton Christmas Open House

          The annual Boulton Christmas Open House in Jacobsburg will be Saturday December 13 from 11-3.

        Jacobsburg Holiday Open House

        The Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center will hold a holiday open house December 13.

        December 14

        Grace UMC Cantata

            Grace United Methodist Church will sponsor a Community Christmas Cantata on Sunday, December 14 at 3:00 pm. 
           Anyone is welcome to join the cantata practices on Thursday evenings from 7 to 8 pm in the Church’s Chapel on the lower level. 
           Contact Walt Cole for more information at 610-863-6472.

        December 17

        SBCC Holiday Celebration

            Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce Annual Holiday Celebration will be held at the Kirkridge, Turning Point Dining Room 2495 Fox Gap Rd., Bangor
        Wednesday, December 17, 2014 6:00 PM
            Members and their guests are invited to join the SBCC for our Annual Holiday Celebration! Cost is $25.00 per person
            Each person is asked to bring a $5.00 exchange gift for the Exchange Gift Game. 
            Please send your check made payable to the SBCC by 12/10/14 along with your name and contact information

        December 18

        NCC to Hold Campus Tours

           Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold tours of its Main Campus on several upcoming dates.  Prospective students and their families are invited to tour the campus, learn about the College’s 100+ academic programs and student life and get answers to their questions from admissions staff. 
           The tour is scheduled for: December 18 at 3:30 p.m.  The tours last approximately two hours. 
          The NCC Main Campus is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, in Bethlehem Township.  Tours will begin at the Student Enrollment Center. 

        December 20

        Santa Claus is coming to Roseto

            That's Right...Santa Claus is coming to Roseto. Saturday December 20th, Santa will be visting Columbia Fire Co for a special "Breakfast with Santa" event from 9am - 11am. 
           Cost is $5 for adults and children over 10. Children 10 & under are Free. 
           Call now 610-588-0597 or e-mail to make your reservations

        February 14

        Portland Liztech Bingo

          The Portland Hook and Ladder Co. #1 will hold its eighth annual Liztech Bingo Saturday February 14.  Tickets will go on sale soon..

        March 28

        Relay For Life Fund Raiser Trip to Sight & Sound

           The Relay for Life Fundraiser "Footprints in the Sand" will travel to "MOSES" at the SIGHT & SOUND THEATRES 11am Show  Saturday, March 28, 2015.
           Lunch at Shady Maple Smorgasbord. Show tickets sell quickly, please reserve yours ASAP. Price: $122.00 per. person
           Depart at 8:00AM from Five Points Elementary.Arrive @ Sight & Sound Theatres approx. 10:15am.  Time to browse & shop at Sight & Sound till show starts. 
        Depart:  Sight & Sound at 1:45 (approx.)
          Arrive:  Shady Maple 2:15(approx.) you can eat & shop till 5:00pm. At this time we will depart for home. Arrival time home approximately 7:00pm.
        Reservations & Cancellations: All prices are per person.  Full payment is due at time of booking.  No refunds after March 4, 2015, unless your ticket is resold. 
          To Book: Call & mail check (payable to Lynn Altemose) to Lynn Altemose 412 Garibaldi Ave. Roseto, Pa.  18013, 484-375-5161 or Donna Kelton 582 Five Pts. Richmond Rd. Bangor, Pa.  18013 610-417-5550 or 610-588-7786..

        Bangor Leaf Vacuuming

         Please note that Bangor will be doing leaf vacuuming during the workweek from November 10th to November 26th.  Please note that any leaf piles containing dog waste, stones, grass, or twigs will be passed over.

        Pen Argyl  Leaf Removal

          Pen Argyl Borough leaf removal is underway. No leaves should be placed out for collection from 11/21/14-12/1/14 due to Thanksgiving Holiday and holiday light installation. Collection will resume on 12/2/2014 and continue through 12/05/14. 
           Leaves will not be picked up if they have sticks, acorns or animal feces in the piles.   Avoid putting leaves out 2 days before rain or foul weather, especially in the hilly areas of the Borough.  During storms leaf piles can clog storm basins and cause water damage to streets and private property.  Whenever possible, park away from leaf piles.
            Questions:610-863-9249, 

        Ask The Doc........

        Tomorrow's Leaders

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        by Dr. Gary Williams, DMD
        garywilliamsdmd.com
           Well, it’s that time again! In most North American homes, the count-down is on for the beginning of a new school year.
         It always gets me thinking about the great sampling of people we see in our dental office. From newborns to 90-somethings.
           Last week someone asked me the question, “looking in the mouths of many 40 and 50 year-olds, what could have been different if health was addressed when they were, say…15 years old? The answer is a resounding, a lot!
          We realize that we do have the opportunity and know-how to change the health future for today’s school kids. 
          In the year 2014 we have the advantage of all the research, learning, and yes, mistakes that have been made by humans, to learn from. And what does that information say?
           Step in early (school age), and maximize every variable for success. Dentistry knows how to achieve a successful long-term outcome. Once dentistry, parents and children comply; we can change the future of your family’s overall health, for the better. Call a Dental Professional today, and change your future.

        Battery Recycling Program

           Pen Argyl is pleased to announce that they are participating in a battery recycling program.   Madison Young, a freshman at Pen Argyl, decided to implement a battery recycling program in her community as her Girl Scout Silver Award Project.
           Madison has provided them with a battery recycling container.  They will be accepting dry cell batteries:  AA, AAA, C, D & 9 volt batteries.  For safety purposes, please put a piece of masking tape over the end of each battery.
          Batteries are not garbage!  In addition to the household batteries being recycled through Madison’s project, your are encouraged to participate in Northampton County’s Semi-Annual Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Events.
          Programs like this help make our community a better, safer place, and we encourage everyone to participate in this program for our community.  

        Slate Belt Senior Center
        Plans Activities

        Slate Belt Senior Center
        Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
        700 American Bangor Road
        Bangor    phone  610-588-1224
        Hours:  8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
        November Activities
        Morning Stretch - Daily 9:15 A.M.
        Walking Club - Daily 9:30 A.M.
        Card Making w/Wanda Monday, November 3, 9:30 A.M. Make your own Christmas cards.
        Monday, November 17  9:30 A.M.
        Crafts & Chat - Tuesdays  9:00 A.M.
        Zumba Gold w/Janis - Tuesdays  10:00 A.M.
        Medicare Part D information - Wednesday, November 5, 10:15 A.M.
        Brush Away with Senior Artists - Wednesdays  8:00-11:00 A.M.
        Granny Squares 101 w/Donna - Thursday, November 6 and 20, 12:15 P.M.
        Baseball - Friday,  November 7, 12:00 P.M.
        AARP  Meeting - Monday, November 10, 1:30 P.M.
        Power of Positive Thinking - Wednesday, November 12, 10:15 A.M.
        MUSIC WITH JIM HUMMEL - Thursday, November 13, 12:00-1:15 P.M.
        Care Givers Support Group Topic:  "I feel like I'm in this all alone- no one understands"  Tuesday, November
        18, 1:30 P.M.
        Bean Bags - Wednesday, November 19, 9:30 A.M.
        Council Meeting (officers) Thursday, November 20, 9:30 A.M.
        CRAFT SALE - Friday, November 21, 9-11 A.M.
        Pool Tables are available every morning & Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons
        FOOD DRIVE 11/17-11/19 - Benefits Portland Food Pantry
          They will be accepting donations for our troops at home and overseas November 20-Dec1 call for a list of needed items.
        Center will be closed Veterans Day, November 11, Thanksgiving, November 27 and Black Friday, November 28

        Columbia Fire Company
        Gun-A-Day Raffle

           This year once again the Columbia Fire Company in Roseto will be conducting their Gun-A-Day raffle in the month of November. 
           As with last year, each day will feature a different gun or a cash prize equivalent. Each day the winning ticket will be determined by the evening PA Daily Number drawn at 7pm. 
           The Fire Company will contact the winner to confirm the ticket and discuss arrangements for prize collection. 
           If you would like a ticket, please send an e-mail with your name, address, and phone number to webadmin@columbiafireco.org and someone will contact you or call the Firehouse at 610-588-0597. 

        AARP Trips and 
        Picnic Planned

              The  Bangor AARP Chapter # 4135  has announced  the following senior trips planned:
             1) Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania   September 12-14 2014    $429.00
          2) December 10-18 2014  Slate Belt AARP # 4135 presents Classic Christmas Markets featuring markets in Strasbourg, Wurzburg,Nuremberg, Munich, and Innsbruck     $2,799-$3,049
            3) Looking ahead the chapter is presenting a Western Caribbean Cruise with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines on the Grandeur of the Seas  11 days/10 nights   February 21-March 3, 2015     $928.00-$1,758.00
           Anyone interested  in any of these trips please call Deanna Keyser 610-588-4623 
          Membership in the local chapter is for persons 50 years of age ands older who hold membership in the national AARP. For tickets please call Dotty at 610-588-3306. 

        New Books at 
        Blue Mt. Community Library

        New Adult Fiction:
        Terminal City, Linda Fairstein
        Bittersweet, Colleen McCullough
        Support and Defend, Tom Clancy
        Somewhere Safe With Somebody Good, Jan Karon
        Personal, Lee Child
        Empire Girls, Suzanne Hayes
        Big Little Lies, Liane Moriarty
        Edge of Eternity, Ken Follett

        New Adult Large Print:
        Undiplomatic Murder, Margaret Truman
        Kiss And Tell, Fern Michaels
        Private Down Under, James Patterson
        Love Letters, Debbie Macomber
        For All Time, Jude Deveraux

        New Adult Non-Fiction:
        Soldier Girls, Helen Thorpe

        New Books at the
        Bangor Public Library

        Adult Fiction: Austen, Jane Pride and prejudice; Essex, Karen Dracula in love; Keohane, Daniel Margaret’s ark; Moning, Karen Marie Shadowfever.

        Adult Non-Fiction: The essential vegetarian cookbook; Meyer, Joyce Do yourself a favor-forgive.

        Young Adult Fiction: Chima, Cinda Williams The dragon heir; The warrior heir; The wizard heir; Flanagan, John The ruins of Gorlan; Paratore, Coleen Forget me not.

        Young Adult Non-Fiction: Bentley, James A calendar of saints; Weinreb, Michael Game of kings: a year among the geeks, oddballs, and geniuses who make up Americas top high school chess team.
         
        Junior Fiction: Abbot, Tony The battle begins; The ice dragon; Revenge of the Scorpion King; When monsters escape; Grace, N.B. high school musical 3; Margolis, Leslie Girls acting catty; Ogden, Charles High wire; Repchuk, Caroline Classic spooky stories; Weiss, Ellen Trip to the North Pole.

        Junior Non-Fiction: Galens, Judy The handy answer book for kids.
        Easy Reader Fiction: Seuss, Dr. I can read with my eyes shut.

        Easy Fiction: Brett, Jam Christmas trolls; Breathed, Berke A wish for wings that work; Sarah, Duchess of York Little Red’s Christmas story; Hopkins, John-Bryan The very best gift of all; Rose, Marion The Christmas tree fairy; Seuss, Dr. Horton hatches the egg; Tagg, Christine The very special valentine. 

        DVDs: A Looney Tunes Christmas: Bah, humdick!.