The Belt and Beyond | February 11th, 2016

Volume 2 • Issue 23 

February 11, 2016 

A PUBLICATION FEATURING: local events, news, happenings and more 

FEATURES: February 14th Valentine's Day, National Organ Donor Day, 

Tea and Biscuits: Leap Year, Valentine's Day Trivia, 

Snowman Contest Winner, Super Bowl Contest Winner

CONTENTS 

Weekend Happenings 3 

Upcoming Events 4-5 

Community News 6-8 

Organ Donor Day 9 

Dining 10-11 

Beauty, Health & Fitness 12-13 

Furry Friends 14 

Young At Heart 15 

Arts & Entertainment 16-17 

Happenings 18 

Community News 19 

Automotive 20 

Classifieds 21 

Religious Services 22-23 

Main St Market & 24 

Bangor Child Care 

Count Down to Spring 

38 Days 


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Contributing Writers 

Jackie Talero-Rueda 

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Kathleen McFall 

Contributing Photographer 

Kris Ordinsky-Parks 

Photographers 

David Pence, Julie Poliskiewicz, 

Sabrina Schantzen 

Next issue will be printed February 25th 

Deadline for all ad copy and news Friday, February 19th 

Email your news and events to 

thebeltandbeyond@gmail.com 

FEBRUARY 

Black History Month • American Heart Month 

National Dental Health Month • National Weddings Month 

NATIONAL DAYS 

FEBRUARY 12 ABRAHAM LINCOLN'S BIRTHDAY 

FEBRUARY 14 NATIONAL ORGAN DONOR DAY 

FEBRUARY 17 RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS DAY 

FEBRUARY 20 LOVE YOUR PET DAY 

FEBRUARY 22 GEORGE WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY 

FEBRUARY 29 LEAP DAY 

HOLIDAYS 

FEBRUARY 14 VALENTINE'S DAY 

FEBRUARY 15 PRESIDENT'S DAY


WEEKEND HAPPENINGS 

Romance (and Murder) is in the Air in Bangor 

Aaah Valentine's Day. Red roses, chocolate and a greeting card. Same thing 

you did last year, right? Make this Valentine's Day one to remember. 

Nothing says “I Love You” like a romantic dinner, candle lit tables, soft music in 

the background … and a murder mystery!!! That's right – you get to have some 

fun and solve a mystery. Get up off of that couch, stop watching crime shows on 

TV and get into the action! What could be more fun and romantic than that? 

This Valentine's Day, The Red Thread Cafe (an art, coffee and music venue 

of Hopesprings) is providing all the makings of a romantic evening for you and 

that special someone. A light dinner, choice of non-alcoholic beverage and a 

delicious dessert will be on the menu. The candles will be lit and the music will 

be playing. But something is wrong; something's not quite right! Suddenly, the 

lights go out, someone screams and there's a victim of foul play. It's a fun-filled 

evening where everyone has a part to play in solving the whodoneit! Can you 

discover the killer before s/he strikes again? 

You don't want to miss this event! It will be an evening you will never forget! 

The event is open to all – couples or singles – and childcare is available. 

Dinner and murder is from 7 until 10, February 13, 2015, at The Red Thread 

Cafe, 301 Market St., Bangor, PA. Space is limited for this special event 

and reservations are required so don't delay!! To purchase your tickets call 

855-INFO-HOPE or send an email to redthreadcafe@gmail.com 

Valentine's Magic and Illusion Show 

Saturday, February 13th, 3:00pm. VFW Post 739, 202 Washington Blvd. ( RT 191) 

Bangor, PA. Tickets Available at Post Canteen & Door 

Cavatelli Dinner 

Saturday, February 13th 5pm-8pm, Martocci-Capobianco S.A. L. Post # 750 

141-143 Garibaldi Avenue, Roseto, PA., For tickets call the post home at 

610-588-1371. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

St Peter's Annual Oldies Dance 

Sponsored by the St. Peter's Scholarship Committee. Saturday, February 13th 

6:00pm-10:30pm dinner and dancing. For Tickets call Jackie Brinker 610-588-2101 

or the church office 610-863-6859. Please bring a non-perishable food item to be 

donated to local food pantries. 

An Old Fashion Valentine's Day 

The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold its monthly historic presentation on Sunday, 

February 14th, at 2:00pm. Walter Cole and Marc Blau will present an "Old Fashion 

Valentine's day: A Look at Love Through the Oral History Interviews". Mr. Cole 

and Mr. Blau are retired history teachers from Pen Argyl and Bangor High Schools, 

respectively and are the chairs for the oral history committee at the Heritage Center. 

They have collected numerous interviews over the years and will use select passages 

from the collections to create an afternoon filled with love, comparing courtship then 

and now. All ladies will receive a rose and refreshments will be served. The event is 

free (donations are always appreciated) and open to the public. The Heritage Center 

is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, Pa For additional information contact: Karen 

Brewer @ 610-588-8615. 

9th Annual Liztech Bingo 

Saturday, February 13 

Doors OPEN at 11 AM • BINGO at 1 PM 

Tickets are $25 in advance 

(Snow date February 20) 

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UPCOMING EVENTS 

Lenten Study 

The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church is offering a Lenten Study 

based on Karen Armstrong's book, "Fields of Blood: Religion and the History of 

Violence." The sessions will be on Monday evenings at 7:00pm beginning 

February 15th, and Wednesday mornings at 10:00am beginning 

February 17. For more info. call 610-588-4453, or visit www.ebumc.org. 

Lenten Wednesday Soup and Study 

The Community Presbyterian Church of Mt. Bethel and Portland, (located at 

1755 S. Delaware Dr., (Rt. 611) Mt. Bethel, PA) will be offering a soup luncheon 

and study on each of the Wednesdays of Lent starting with February 

17th from 12-1:30pm. The study will be using Foster’s book, “A Celebration 

of Discipline” and will be led by Rev. John Heinsohn. All are welcome. For more 

information call (609) 462-1639. 

Snow Ball Dinner and Dance Rescheduled 

The Families First annual Snow Ball Dinner and Dance has been rescheduled 

for Saturday, February 20th from 6:00pm to midnight at the Weona Park 

recreation center. Entertainment will be DJ Frank Franzo with Karaoke. Dinner 

by Tom Donohue of Pen Argyl Pizza. B.Y.O.B, casual dress, door prizes, basket 

raffles. To purchase tickets call Frank Jones at 610-863-9095 ext 1308 or e-mail 

jones.frank@penargylsd.org. 

CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE 5K RUN 

March 18, 2016 | 9:00am Start Time, 33 S Main St Nazareth, PA US 18064 

Proceeds to benefit Angel 34. Registration Online (preferred) By mail or in 

person at Nazareth Run Inn 57 South Main Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Phone: 

(484) 298-0333 Or the Emmaus Run Inn at 322 Main Street Emmaus, PA 

18049 Phone: (610) 966-9939 

Crying for Caryssa Tricky Tray 

March 20th 1-4pm, E. Bangor Fire Hall. 30 E. Central Ave., E. Bangor, PA. 

To donate, volunteer, questions call Kelly 610-597-1995. Find us on Facebook 

Crying for Caryssa 

Back to Before Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast 

to support BAHS production of Ragtime 

- By: Jennifer Newland and Sue Bina 

On Saturday, February 20th from 8am to 11am, the Bangor High School 

Drama Department will be hosting the third annual pancake breakfast with the 

cast of “Ragtime: School Edition.” Come have a family friendly breakfast with 

us! Ragtime may have a serious undertone during the production on stage, 

however, the breakfast will be kid friendly with lots of fun! 

Ragtime is a powerful portrait of life in turn-of-the-century America, but a 

relevant tale for today. Written by the award-winning composer/lyricist team of 

Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens (Once On This Island, Seussical, Lucky Stiff), 

noted playwright Terrence McNally, (Kiss of the Spider Woman, Master Class), 

and based on E.L. Doctorow’s distinguished novel, the musical intertwines 

the stories of three extraordinary families, as they confront history’s timeless 

contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, 

and what it means to live in America. 

Ragtime deals with serious issues, but we promise to make the pancake 

breakfast a fun, family oriented event. Patrons can expect the five-star service 

from the cast. There will be photo booth opportunities, games and activities for 

children of all ages, and musical performances by the cast of Ragtime. 

The breakfast will raise funds for the high school musical production of 

Ragtime. Performance dates are: March 4, 5 & 6, 2016. Tickets for the musical 

will be available for purchase at the pancake breakfast or you can call 610-599- 

7011 x1001 for further information regarding tickets for the musical. 

Tickets for the “Back to Before” pancake breakfast can be purchased ahead 

of time by calling Sue Bina at 610-588-3041. Hope to see you come join in the 

fun we will have at the breakfast with the cast of Ragtime! You can also follow 

the event on Facebook at www.facebook.com/events/986480771425830/. 

Bangor Area High School proudly presents RAGTIME: 

School Edition! 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Friday March 4th @ 7:30pm, Saturday March 5th 

@ 2pm & 7:30pm, Sunday March 6th @ 2pm. Don't wait in those long lines 

right before the show.....stop by & get your tickets today! And, you'll get better 

seats...win, win!! BOX OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday (1/26), Wednesday (1/27) 4pm 

to 6pm & Friday (1/29) 3pm to 5pm, Monday (2/1), Wednesday (2/3) 4pm to 

6pm & Friday (2/5) 3pm to 5pm, Monday (2/8) & Wednesday (2/10) 4pm to 

6pm. Stop by & see us! Tickets are available at the Bangor High School Theater 

Box Office located in the lobby of the M.Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater. 

Questions? Email bangortheaterboxoffice@gmail.com or call during box office 

hours (610) 599-7011(prompt 7 & 1001#) Rated PG: Ragtime deals with themes 

of racism during the turn of the century. Some of the language in the musical is 

historically accurate & strong. We encourage you to research the show & decide 

if this production is appropriate for your family. A large portion of all BAHS 

musical productions are funded by the generosity of our community. We need 

your support! For more information about patronage/sponsorship/advertising, 

please visit Visit http://www.bangor.k12.pa.us/ or contact Gina Would - 

ginaw1@ptd.net. See page 17 for "Ragtime Spotlight" 

Eleventh Annual Outdoor Sportsmen’s Dinner 

The 11th annual Outdoor Sportsmen's Celebration Dinner will be held Saturday 

March 12th, 6:00pm-8:30pm. at Trinity Lutheran Church 404 Broadway, 

Bangor, PA. Traditional menu plus specially prepared wild game dishes to 

sample. Special Guest Speaker will be Bob Counterman, District Director 

Pennsylvania Trapper’s Association. Added special will be a comedy monologue 

by Brian Siegfried. Door Prizes and Raffles. Call 610-504-7886 or Email: 

Tmarino@leeantenna.com for tickets Seating is limited to 150, get your tickets 

early. Proceeds to Benefit the local hunger appeal and food bank 

Volunteers Wanted 

The Washington Township Vol. Fire Co is seeking Volunteers. If interested come 

to the firehose (920 Washington Blvd., Rt. 191, Bangor) any Monday evening 

at 6:30pm.

For life insurance, 

call a good neighbor. 

Call me and I’ll help you choose the right 

life insurance for you and your family. 

We put the life back in life insurance. 

Lucy W Flinn CLU LUTCF, Agent 

106 S Broadway Wind Gap, PA 18091 

Bus: 610-863-5190 

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State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI), 

State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (Licensed in NY and WI), Bloomington, IL 1311000 

Friends of the Bangor Public Library 

The Friend's of the Bangor Public Library are again offering, their cookbook 

entitled: "A Literary Feast" a perfect gift for Valentine's Day. All books come 

gift wrapped for the occasion, and are available at the following locations: The 

Bangor Library, Miller's Paint Store and Heard's Meat Market. For additional 

information call 610-588-8615. 

Sixth Annual 

"Sweets and 

Treats" 

to Fight Children's 

Cancer 

Join us on February 20th for the 6th 

Annual Angel 34 “Sweets and Treats” 

Wine and Chocolate Event (Brought to you by Chevy 21) at St. Joseph the 

Workers Parrish Hall in Orefield. This event is sure to tantalize the taste buds 

and please the palette. 

During the three and half hour event attendees will get the chance to 

purchase and taste some the best wines in the valley (Blair Vineyards, Franklin 

Hill Winery and Weathered Vineyards) and pair them with some wonderful 

chocolate desserts and appetizers from chocolatier’s and businesses in the 

Lehigh Valley and surrounding communities. Chef Nathan Grube will be creating 

some food pairings with the wines available from each vineyard and Armetta’s 

from Macungie will be providing some great Italian food. There will be a raffle 

brought to you by Bella Casa Kitchen and Bath, live music (Tim Harakal) and 

Photo Booth opportunities by http://www.rockinramaley.com/photobooth.asp 

Winner of the People’s Choice Award for two years running, “Premise Maid” 

of Breinigsville, will be attending again this year to defend their title. Their 

Chocolate Peanut Butter layered cake was a big hit and they are busy in the 

kitchen planning for this year’s event. 

Your attendance at the event will provide much needed support and services 

for children battling cancer in the Lehigh Valley. Please be an Angel and join us 

“We are all Angels in disguise with God given talents to make a difference in the 

lives of those less fortunate” Nicole Sheriff (founder of Angel 34 2003). 

Purchase Your Tickets 

Go to www.angel34.org or http://wc.angel34.org to purhcase your tickets 

by using PayPal and to see who will be attending this years event. Tickets that 

are purchased on PayPal will be held at the Will Call Table and can be picked up 

the day of the event. You will receive a confirmation by email to confirm your 

ticket purchase. For complete facts on the “Sweets and Treats, visit http://www. 

angel34.org/events or call 610-533-1923. 

BLUE VALLEY FARM SHOW 

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST 

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM 

HOMEMADE CREAMED CHIPPED BEEF, DESSERTS: CAKES, DONUTS, 

HOMEFRIES (WITH OR WITHOUT ONIONS) SHOE FLY PIE, PUDDINGS 

SCRAMBLED EGGS, KIELBASA, SCRAPPLE, ............ 

FRENCH TOAST, PORK SAUSAGE, BACON ORANGE JUICE FOUNTAIN, 

PANCAKES, HAM, TURKEY SAUSAGE COFFEE, TEA, HOT CHOCOLATE 

ADULTS $9 • CHILDREN 6-12 $4.00 • UNDER 6 FREE 

707 AMERICAN BANGOR ROAD (RT 512 BETWEEN BANGOR & PEN ARGYL) 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 610-588-2689 

LITTLE FRIENDS PRESCHOOL 

SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1990 

FALL OPENINGS AVAILABLE 

FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR 

Registration begins March 1st Enrollment is limited 

3 Year Old Class 

Meets Tuesday & Thursday 

from 9 AM to 11:30 AM 

4 Year Old Class 

Meets Monday, Wednesday 

& Friday from 9 AM to 12 PM 

We are a ministry of the Mount Bethel Church 

If you are interested in a visit, please contact the school office at 570-897-7797 

SFN Scholarships Available 

Slater Family Network is sponsoring a $2000.00 scholarship for a 2016 Bangor 

High School graduate. The applications are now available on the school district 

website under the Slater Family Network tab, in the HS Guidance Office or the SFN 

office behind the DeFranco School. Completed applications are due at SFN on April 

28. The family of Denny Strouse is sponsoring a $1000.00 scholarship through 

Slater Family Network for a 2016 Bangor High School graduate. The applications 

are now available on the school district website under the Slater Family Network 

tab, in the HS Guidance Office or the SFN office behind the DeFranco School. 

Completed applications are due at SFN on April 28. Call the SFN office with any 

questions at 610-599-7019 

Next issue will be printed February 25th Deadline for all ad copy and news Friday, February 19th 

Email your news and events to thebeltandbeyond@gmail.com 

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SNOWMAN CONTEST 

The Winner of our Snowman Contest is 

Scott Randolph of Nazareth 

Congratulations to Scott! 

He wins a Gift Certificate 

You store it . You lock it . You keep the key 

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Various Sizes Available 

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Office Hours Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 4 PM Friday & Saturday by appointment 

AARP Tax Preperation Help 

Easton AARP will be at Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity to help with 

your taxes on Saturdays from February 6th through April 9th from 

11am -2pm. NO PHONE RESERVATIONS. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE SIGN-UPS 

FOR THAT SATURDAY ONLY. Approximately 5 people per hour, 15 people per 

day. Bring your paperwork and original social security cards for you and your 

dependents. See Easton AARP website for additional information. 

http://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/ 

Blue Mountain Community Library Fundraiser 

A Fundraiser for The Blue Mountain Community Library will be held on 

Tuesday, February 23, from 11:00am to 7:00pm at the Café on Broadway, 

21 S. Broadway in Wind Gap, PA. The Café will generously donate a portion 

of all sales that day to the library. All food is fresh and made to order. You are 

encouraged to call ahead with your order. Specials are listed on the restaurant’s 

Facebook page. The Café is take-out or eat-in, with limited seating. The phone 

# is 610-881-4261. Menus are available at the Café or at the library. Your 

support of this fundraiser to benefit the library will be greatly appreciated. 

The Blue Mountain Community Library is currently collecting non-perishable 

foods for the St Elizabeth Food Bank in Wind Gap, through February 13. Please 

consider donating to this ministry and bring your food items to the library, 

located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl, PA. Hours are M-Sa, 10:00 am- 

Noon, and M-Th, 6:00-8:00 pm. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit 

www.bmcl.org. 

Bangor Womens Club GFWC 2016 Scholarship 

Applications Available 

The Bangor Womens Club will be accepting applications from senior students 

at Bangor and Faith Christian High Schools for consideration for their 2016 

scholarship. The scholarship amount is $1000. Applications can be obtained 

from the school Guidance office and the deadline to submit the completed 

application is April 15, 2016. 

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800 S. Main Street 

Bangor, PA 18013 

Now Hiring School Bus AND VAN DRIVERS 

Bangor Area School District 

Experienced or Interested (Free Training) 

20-30 hours per week (AM and PM Routes) 

Competitive Wages 

Must pass all clearances and background checks 

(610) 588-3590 • STA is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies 

Little Corner Cafe 

A Ribbon cutting was held 

at the Little Corner Cafe on 

Wednesday, January, 27th. 

Pictured owners Gary and 

Sherry Haycock along with 

Sherry & Gary Haycock Cutting the Ribbon. 

family, friends and members 

of the Slate Belt Chamber of 

Commerce. 

The Little Corner Cafe is located at 136 S. First Street, Bangor, PA. The phone 

number is 610-452-9170. 

Apple Blossom Village 

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on 

Saturday, February 6th at Apple Blossom 

Village. Pictured Adreinne Tremain, Yoga 

Teacher, William Nieves Yoga and Meditation 

Instructor, Vinnie Applegate, Director of 

Business at Apple Blossom Village, cuts 

the ribbon, Stacy Figurski, Consultant, Sharon Hughes, Zumba Teacher, and 

Owners, Joan and Kevin Correll along with members of the Slate Belt Chamber 

of Commerce. 

Apple Blossom Village is now offering Flash Food. Check out their website for 

menu and listing of upcoming events www.appleblossomvillage.com 

Apple Blossom Village is located at 690 Allegheny Rd., Mt Bethel, PA 

The Phone number is 570-897-5900.

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Immaculate Conception School 

Open House 

Photo by Kris Ordinsky-Parks 

Catholic Schools’ Week began with Holy Mass and Open House at Immaculate 

Conception School, in Pen Argyl 

Immaculate Conception School (ICS) commenced Catholic Schools’ Week 

on Sunday, January 31st with the celebration of Holy Mass at 9:30a.m. at 

St. Elizabeth’s Church in Pen Argyl, accompanied by the ICS Children’s Choir. 

Following Mass, Open House was held at the school. Families and friends were 

invited to tour the facility, speak with the principal, teachers, staff and parents. 

The Mt. Bethel Fire Co. 

Presents The Main Street Cruisers Dinner Dance March 12th, Doors open 

at 4pm, Dinner at 5pm Dance 7-10pm. For tickets and info contact Dale 

Handelong 570-897-6919 


What's Happening in the Belt and Beyond? 

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A Country Home 

Country Primitive Home Decor & More 

Spring is in the air! 

Just arrived beautiful florals, 

wreaths, decor, Bunnies, chicks, 

timer candles, and more! 

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610-759-4744 

Directions: Turn at the Widow’s Tavern & Grill, 

Go 1 block & turn right 

HOURS: THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY, 

10:00 AM-6:00 PM, SUNDAY 12:00-5:00 PM 

SLATE BELT SISTERS 

DANCE AT IRISH WORLD 

CHAMPIONSHIPS 

The Gallagher School of Irish Dancing counts 

some world-class talent among its ranks. 

Two sisters who reside in Upper Mt. Bethel 

Township, Therese McCoy, age 15, and 

Annemarie McCoy, age 13, will be heading to 

Glasgow, Scotland for the Irish Dancing World 

Championships held from March 20 - 27. 

Therese & Annemarie, both graduates of 

Immaculate Conception School in Pen Argyl, 

have been Irish dancing for 7 years. They dance 

at the Gallagher School of Irish Dance in East 

Stroudsburg under the instruction of Fedelmia 

Gallagher and Conleth Mullan. 

Therese qualified to dance at Worlds after 

placing 5th at the National Championships in Rhode Island in July. Annemarie 

qualified for Worlds after placing 7th at the Regional Competition in Philadelphia 

in November. Both girls practice 6 days/week to maintain their stamina in order 

to prepare for this demanding international Irish dance contest that combines 

athleticism and artistry. 

Each sister will be competing in their respective age group and in each of 

those contests there will be about 200 dancers from around the world. For the 

competition, the dancers must dance one light shoe and one hard shoe dance. 

The top 50 in each age group will go on to the finals. 

“It’s like our Olympics,” said Fedelmia Gallagher, Gallagher School owner and 

teacher. 

It takes a lot of dedication, self-motivation and sacrifice to reach this elite 

level of dancing. It is a dream that both girls have been working very hard to 

achieve. Therese attended the World Championships last March in Montreal 

and this is Annemarie's first time qualifying. 

Mrs. Gallagher agreed that it takes a special commitment to reach World 

Qualifying skill level. 

Competitions like the World Championships illustrate how far in popularity 

Irish dancing has come in the last couple of decades. It’s exciting to watch 

the dancing. It’s upbeat and a lot of fun. The girls are preserving Irish culture 

through music and dance. 

“It’s not just dancing anymore,” said Mrs. Gallagher, a native of Northern 

Ireland. “It’s really become a sport, which is great. The friendships these girls 

form, it’s with girls from all over the world. It’s a lovely activity for children.” 

The Gallagher School of Irish dance is currently in the process of raising money 

to be able to send Therese and Annemarie, along with their teachers, to this 

prestigious event. 

Anyone wishing to support our local talent or for further information about 

Irish dance classes, please contact Fedelmia Gallagher at 570-977-4035 or 

email: gsid@ptd.net.

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FREE 

PREPARATION 

Improve your Reading, Math and Writing 

BANGOR 

PEN ARGYL 

Begins 

Begins 

February 22nd February 22nd 

FREE 

CLASSES BEGIN FEBRUARY 

Monday & Wednesday 

6:00-8:30 PM 

DeFranco Elementary 

School Library 

Rt. 512 & 5 Points 

Richmond Road 

NAZARETH 

Begins 

February 23rd 

Monday & Thursday Tuesday & Thursday 

6:00-8:30 PM 6:00-8:30 PM 

Pen Argyl Sr. High Nazareth Sr. High 

School Library School Library 

501 W. Laurel Avenue 501 E. Center Street 

THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASS IS ORIENTATION - STUDENTS MUST ATTEND 

BOTH DAYS. If a student cannot attend both days, they must wait until the 

next class session to begin in September. Adults who attend class, complete 

requirements and pass the GED will receive an equivalency High School Diploma. 

COMPUTER TRAINING IS INCLUDED IN ALL CLASSES. 

Provided by the Bangor, Pen Argyl, and Nazareth 

School Districts & NCC Center for Adult Literacy 

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, 

PLEASE CALL 610-861-5427 

For GED test info - www.ged.com 

Slate Belt Heritage Center Calendar of Events for 2016 

Sunday, February 14, 2pm - "Old Fashion Valentines Day" Love Stories from 

Heritage Center's Oral History Collection"- Former history teachers Walter Cole 

and Marc Blau select treasures from the Heritage Center's ongoing interview 

project of senior citizens. 

Sunday, March 13, 2pm - "Origins of St. David's Welsh Society" - Presented 

by former Bangor High School Superintendent and current Superintendent of 

Easton Area High School, John Reinhart. 

Thursday, April 14, 7pm - "Slate Belt Heritage Center Re-opening 

Ceremonies". 

Thursday, May 12, 7pm - "The Crystal Laundry" - presented by Harvey Drury 

Thursday, June 16, 7pm - (moved to 3rd Thursday because of high school 

graduation) - "Slate Belt Heritage Center Preservation Awards Ceremony". 

Three recipients will be awarded for Architectural, Special Focus, and Initiative 

achievements. 

Thursday, July 14, 7pm - "History of the Mt. Bethel Inn" (now TK'S). 

-Presented by Kara Muschock. 

Thursday, August 11, 7pm - "Preservation and Restoration of Gravestones" 

- Presented by John O'Brien who is a member of the Association of Gravestone 

Studies, an international group dedicated to preserving old cemeteries. 

Thursday, September 8, 7pm - "History and Preservation of Greenwalk 

Trout Hatchery" - Presented by Jackie and Ty Bartosh. The impact of the fishing 

industry and its benefits on the environment will be explained. 

Thursday, October 13, 7pm - "Annual Heritage Haunted Tour". 

Thursday, November 10, 7pm - Veterans Program 

Sunday, December 11, 2pm - Carol Alfred on German "Belschnicle Satna's" 

Friends of the Bangor Public Library 

Spring Book Sale May 6th, 7th, & 8th, "Annual House Tour" Saturday June 

4th, featuring five homes from the Slate Belt. Tickets are required. The Friends 

are also looking for new members. Meetings are held the 4th Thursday of 

each month at the library. The mission of the "Friends" is to provide funds 

IT'S REFUND SEASON! 

To celebrate, we're giving $1,000 to 

1,000 people daily. The sooner you enter, 

the more chances you have to win. 

Walk in or call 800-HRBLOCK to make 

your tax preparation 

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610-588-0011 

228 South Broadway 

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winner of the H&R Block 1000 Win $1000 Daily Sweepstakes, celebrates at the 

H&R Block office at 215B South First Street, Bangor, PA 18013, and is presented 

with a giant check. From left to right are Ray A Dewar, Jr., EA (the tax 

professional), Glenda Decker, John McCann, Diane G. Kenerup, EA (franchisee). 

In front are John’s daughters, McKenzie McCann and Emma Moore who joined 

in the festivities on February 5th. 

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for the Bangor Library and to promote "reading" in the community. Officers 

are: President: Shirley Cline, Vice President: Nikki Huggan, Treasurer: Megan 

Conrad, & Secretary Yvonne Humphreys. For additional information please 

contact: Karen Brewer at 610-588-861

Give the Gift of Life this Valentine’s Day by 

Registering to be an Organ Donor 

by Candy Martin 

February 14th is Valentine’s Day, the day to 

celebrate love with chocolates and flowers. It is 

also National Organ Donor Day, a day to celebrate 

the gift of life. Those who have received a gift 

from an organ donor celebrate this day with great 

emotion. 

Lisa Rigione and her family became involved 

with the “Gift of Life Organ Donor Program” one 

year ago. Lisa’s son, Mike Debiase was an organ 

donor, giving the gift of life, on National Organ 

Donor Day, February 14, 2015. His organs were 

donated and saved the lives of six individuals. 

Saving their families from suffering the heartache 

and grief that Lisa and her family have been 

dealing with since losing her 23 year old son 

unexpectedly. 

This is Mike’s story and his mother Lisa wants 

Mike with his son Benny. 

to share it in hopes of bringing awareness to the importance of organ donation. 

Lisa, who was in the hospital, received a call from her husband John checking 

on her and had mentioned that Mike, who had been sleeping on the couch, 

was snoring unusually loud. Lisa casually said to wake him. John tried but 

Mike didn’t wake up, he didn’t even move. John, being a paramedic, knew 

immediately something was wrong and called an ambulance. Mike was rushed 

to St Luke’s Anderson campus. Lisa met her husband and son when they arrived 

at the hospital. 

After a cat scan and extensive tests it was determined that Mike had a “brain 

bleed” and was transferred to St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. Two days later Mike’s 

doctor, informed Lisa and John that there was no sign of brain activity. Faced 

with the grim news and making difficult decisions Lisa and John had asked 

about organ donation and were informed that Mike was an organ donor. Lisa 

recalled Mike saying that he checked the box to be an organ donor when he got 

his driver’s license. Mike wanted his organs to be donated and Lisa and John 

wanted to honor his wishes. 

Mike Debiase passed away on February 12th, 2015. One week before his 24th 

birthday. 

The Gift of Life Program representative immediately stepped in once the 

decision was made and was with Mike and his family from that moment 

forward until the very end. Mike’s heart, liver, lungs, and kidneys were donated 

to six individuals to give them the gift of life. 

Mike, was Lisa’s oldest son. She called him “Sunshine” they shared a special 

bond and had a connection with the sun and sunflowers. Mike was genuine, 

he had a big heart, and he loved his family. His son Benny, his wife Sara, his 

mother Lisa, little brother Connor, his step dad John and his friends were the 

most important people in Mike’s life. 

Mike attended FIT, Fashion Institute of Technology 

in New York City for Jewelry Design. When his 

grandmother passed away Mike had told his mom 

that he wanted to be cremated and his ashes made 

into a diamond. 

Lisa, is currently in the process of having a ring 

made in honor of her son’s memory by Infinity 

Diamond. The process is quite unique and is made especially for you from your 

loved one. 

Lisa’s ring will be yellow and amber in color. Some of Mike’s family and friends 

are also having diamonds made. For information on Infinity Diamond visit their 

website http://www.infinitydiamond.com/. 

Since Mike’s passing Lisa has become involved with the Gift of Life Donor 

Program. Volunteering her time and getting involved to help bring awareness to 

organ donation. 

Recipients are told very little about the donors, although most are extremely 

curious to know more about the amazing person who chose to save their live. 

The donor program encourages 

but does not require the donor’s 

family to write to the transplant 

recipient. Lisa has learned 

through the Gift of Life Donor 

Program that a man in his 

thirties received Mike’s heart, a 

man in his forties received his 


liver, the recipient of Mike’s right kidney is a man in his forties and his left 

kidney is a man in his fifties. The recipient of his right lung is a man in his 

seventies, and his left lung recipient is a man in his sixties. 

Lisa said” It's never too late to turn your life around & become a “Hero" Mike 

is my Hero, My son, my Sunshine. He choose to become an organ donor, now 

he lives on in 6 others, there is no greater gift . Everyone can be a hero, Be Like 

MIKE.” 

Since Mike’s passing at least two dozen family members and friends have 

registered to become organ donors. 

“I would like to acknowledge and thank all the nurses at St. Luke’s who took 

care of Mike as well as the needs of myself and my family, nurses Sheila, Anne, 

Erin, Jenn, Karen, Kelly and Dr Lischner and the head of The Gift of Life Team 

Timothy Snyder. The kindness and compassion shown to us during the most 

difficult time of our lives will never be forgotten.” said Lisa 

There are many myths and misconceptions about organ donation. Every 

organized religion believes in organ donation. Here are a few facts about organ 

and tissue donation. 

On average, a single organ and tissue donor can save or enhance the lives of 

50+ people. 

More than 121,000 people are currently waiting for an organ transplant in 

the United States. Almost 2,000 of them are 18 years old or younger. Nearly 

6,000 people await transplants in the Gift of Life Donor Program service region ( 

eastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Delaware) 

More than 80 organ transplants take place in the United States every day. 

More than 30,000 patients began new lives in 2015 thanks to organ 

transplants. 

More than 47,000 patients had their sight restored last year through cornea 

transplants. 

An average of 22 patients die every day because there are not enough organs 

donated. 

Every 10 minutes a person is added to the nation’s organ transplant waiting 

list. 

More than 1 million tissue transplants are done each year and the need for 

tissue has been rising. 

The best way to indicate your decision to become a donor is by adding the 

organ donor designation to your drivers license or state I.D. card and then tell 

your family of your decision. 

One Donor Can: 

Donate kidneys to free two people from dialysis treatments needed to sustain 

life. 

Save the lives of patients awaiting heart, liver, lung or pancreas transplants. 

Give sight to two people through the donation of corneas. 

Donate bone to repair injured joints or to help save a limb 

threatened by cancer. 

Help burn victims heal more quickly through donation of 

skin. 

Save eight lives. In 30 seconds. 

Become a registered organ and tissue donor today. 

This Valentine’s Day think about making the decision to 

become an organ donor. Organ donation is a gift of love. 

Mike with his buddy, 

little brother Connor. 

Mike when he was younger with his 

mother, Lisa and Step father John Rigione. 

For more information about organ donation and to 

register to become an organ and tissue donor visit www. 

donatelifepa.org or www.donors1.org 

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10 DINING 

13 W. Pennsylvania Ave 

Pen Argyl, PA 18072 

610.863.7109 • 610.863.9554 

Join us for a 

Romantic Evening in Italy 

Cavatelli Dinner 

Saturday, February 13th 5pm-8pm 

Dinner includes: Cavatelli or Spaghetti, Meatball and Salad 

$ 

10 per person $ 5 12 and under 

Dance the night away with Jukebox JR down stairs from 8:00pm-Midnight 

Martocci-Capobianco S.A. L. Post # 750 

141-143 Garibaldi Avenue, Roseto, PA. 

For tickets call the post home at 610-588-1371. 

Tickets will also be available at the door. 

Daily Lunch 

and Soup 

Specials 

and Pizza House 

CALL TO 

MAKE YOUR 

VALENTINE’S DAY 

RESERVATIONS 

“OUR CRUST IS A MUST” 

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Valentine’s Day Weekend 

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EAT IN OR 

TAKE OUT 

THE OLD MILL FAMILY 

RESTAURANT 

103 S. Robinson Avenue Pen Argyl, PA • 610-863-1918 

FEBRUARY SPECIALS 

Featuring: Broiled Lobster Tail, 

Black Diamond Steak, Chicken Oscar, 

Stuffed Shrimp w/Crabmeat, Fried Oysters, 

Vegetable Lasagna and more! 

NOW ACCEPTING 

Reservations for 

Valentine's Day 

Weekend 

Hours: Closed Monday & Tuesday • Wednesday-Saturday 11 AM - 8 PM 

• Sunday 8 AM - 5 PM (Breakfast served 8AM-1PM Sunday only) • 

Valentine's Day is 

Sunday, February 14th 

Remember shopping 

and dining locally 

helps to support your 

community

DINING 

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NEW MENU ITEMS 

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Bread and Chicken Parmigiana Stuffed Bread 

Both are pre-order only and available in only full size at this time. 

Chocolate Raspberry Swirled 

Mini Cheesecakes 

PREP: 10 minutes COOK: 25 minutes SERVES: 15 

These miniature raspberry swirled cheesecakes 

have a chocolate base and are perfect for 

Valentine's Day. Make them in chocolate cupcake 

liners for a special touch! 

INGREDIENTS: 

For the Crust: 

3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp chocolate graham crackers, crushed 

1 1/2 tsp granulated sugar 

3 1 /2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted 

For the Raspberry Swirl: 

6 oz fresh raspberries 

2 tbsp granulated sugar 

For the Cheesecake filling: 

3/4 cup of granulated sugar 

1 tbsp all-purpose flour 

2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, at room temperature 

1 tsp lemon zest 

2 large eggs 

1 tsp pure vanilla extract 

1/4 cup sour cream 

To Garnish: Fresh mint leaves and fresh raspberries 

DIRECTIONS: 

For the crust: Preheat the oven to 325º F. In a mixing bowl, stir together 

the chocolate graham cracker crumbs and sugar with a fork and, then pour in 

the melted butter and stir until everything is evenly moistened. Add a heaped 

tablespoonful of the crust mix to 15 paper lined muffin cups. Press the crust 

firmly into an even layer on the bottom of the muffin cup. Bake for 5 minutes 

and then remove from oven and let them cool. 

For the raspberry swirl: Add the raspberries and 2 Tbsp of the granulated 

sugar to a food processor and pulse until they are well pureed, about 30 

seconds - 1 minute. Press the fruit mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a 

bowl. Keep pressing until there are only the seeds from the raspberries left in 

the strainer. Set the mixture aside. 

For the cheesecake filling: In a medium bowl, first whisk together the 

granulated sugar and flour. Add them to the bowl of a stand mixer and stir in 

the cream cheese and lemon zest and blend the mixture until it is just smooth. 

Mix in the eggs one at a time. Add the vanilla extract and sour cream until 

everything is just combined. 

Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups over the crust layer. You 

will add about 1/3 cup to each muffin cups and they will be nearly full. Jiggle 

the pan to level the cheesecake filling and then put about 5 small circles of the 

raspberry sauce on the top of each mini cheesecake. Using a toothpick, swirl 

the raspberry filling into the cheesecake mixture to create a pretty marbled 

design. Bake 20-25 minutes. 

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Special Valentine Breakfast Specials 

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Give the Gift of 

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VALENTINES DAY 

SWEETHEART 

SPECIAL 

Accepting Most Insurances 

CHOLESTEROL AND STATINS 

By Jackie Talero-Rueda, The Crunchy Mom 

February is heart health month and you might be seeing TV shows and 

news segments talking about ways to care for your heart. Lowering 

M m 

cholesterol is probably one of the suggestions. According to WebMD, 

the average American has cholesterol levels that are ‘borderline high,’ 

and 1 in 6 has a high level. When you have more than your body needs, 

cholesterol can cause plaque to build up in your arteries. This thick, hard plaque can clog 

your arteries like a blocked pipe. Reduced blood flow can lead to a stroke or heart attack. 

So yes lowering high cholesterol levels is pretty important but the most important thing 

to consider is the ratio of LDL to HDL cholesterol which should be around 2:1. LDL or 

Low-density lipoprotein can at times be elevated and not cholesterol. LDL is the carrier 

protein of cholesterol but sometimes referred to bad cholesterol. LDL isn’t technically 

bad. The problem happens when LDL becomes oxidized or damaged and turns on the 

immune system, inflammation happens, and it narrows the arteries. We can keep LDL 

from oxidizing by eating good fats and cutting back on carbohydrates. When people have 

high cholesterol they immediately stop eating fatty foods or foods with high cholesterol 

like eggs. Fatty foods don’t normally cause your cholesterol to rise, elevated insulin levels 

or a decrease in your insulin receptor sensitivity cause this to happen. Most Americans 

with high cholesterol levels get a prescription for a statin drug. Statins are HMG-CoA 

reductase inhibitors. So they act by blocking the enzyme in your liver that is responsible for 

making cholesterol. Statin drugs can cause adverse effects like muscle problems, tendon 

problems, memory loss, cognitive problems, and an increase in insulin resistance. There is 

evidence that taking statins may even increase your risk for Lou Gehrig's disease, diabetes, 

and even cancer. There are hundreds of studies proving their adverse effects. Statin drugs 

have been associated with 71% increase in becoming diabetic because of their effect 

on insulin resistance. Increased insulin resistance contributes to chronic inflammation in 

your body, and inflammation is the hallmark of most diseases. In fact, increased insulin 

resistance can lead to heart disease, which, ironically, is the primary reason for taking a 

cholesterol-reducing drug in the first place! (mercola.com). Statins also increase your 

diabetes risk by raising your blood sugar. If you do take statins be sure to supplement 

CoQ10 (200-300 mg daily) since statins deplete CoQ10 in your body. As your body gets 

more and more depleted of CoQ10, you may suffer from fatigue, muscle weakness and 

soreness, and eventually heart failure. The best form of CoQ10 to take is ubiquinol since 

its the bioavailable form of CoQ10. Many people over age 40 cannot convert CoQ10 into 

the active or bioavailable form, ubiquinol. It is important to know 

the risks involved in taking statins to lower cholesterol. There 

are ways it can be lowered naturally. Aerobic exercise, diet high 

in good fats and low in carbs. Taking a quality fish oil (1000- 

2000 mg daily) or Krill oil (500 mg daily) and Niacin/vitamin B3 

(1,500 mg daily) can help lower cholesterol and maintain healthy 

levels. Garlic and onions also help reduce cholesterol. You can 

also take a garlic supplement (500 mg daily). Don’t forget stress 

also increases cholesterol so living a stress free life is also very 

important. 

Jackie 

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product or food is not 

intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or 

have a medical condition, consult your physician before using this product or food. 

Questions? Email Jackie at jcrunchymom@gmail.com 

Now on Facebook www.facebook.com/jcrunchymom


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February is National Children's Dental Health Month. 

Since the opening of the dental practice. 27 years ago, Dr. Gary Williams DMD- 

Family Dental Care, in Pen 

Argyl, has been dedicated 

to educating children 

about dental health care. 

Every February they invite 

groups of children to the 

dental office to teach them 

about healthy dental care. 

Pictured a group of children 

from Children's Garden 

Preschool, just one of the 

many groups of visitors that 

Dr Williams and his staff 

teach each year. If your 

group would like to visit 

or have Dr Gary Williams 

Family Dental visit your 

group please call them at 

610-863-8988. 

Pictured: Dr Gary Williams, DMD and staff members 

Kris Ordinsky-Parks, Dental Assistant and Kim Parker, 

Registered Dental Hygienist, along with the children from 

Childrens Garden Preschool 

Free Yourself from the Flu 

Preventive steps to protect your home and business 

(Family Features) With flu season approaching, parents may be 

bracing for an outbreak at their children's schools, but adults are 

also highly susceptible at work and in other public places. Now is 

the time for families and businesses to take steps to prevent and 

protect against the flu. 

With workers missing as much as a week after falling ill with 

the flu, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

attributes as much as $7 billion in losses for U.S. businesses 

each year as a result of workers' sick days and lost productivity. 

Combine that with lost wages, missed school and sporting events, and the overall hit to 

your personal health, and the toll is higher yet. 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates between 3,000 and 49,000 

deaths and more than 200,000 hospitalizations each year depending upon the severity 

of the flu season. People at high risk for developing flu-related complications include 

children under 5, adults 65 or older, pregnant women, residents of nursing homes and 

other long-term care centers, and people who have medical conditions such as asthma, 

chronic lung disease, heart disease and blood disorders. 

"Influenza is a serious viral infection, and the toll on public health each year related 

to influenza is significant," said Dr. John Hanlin, vice president of public health and food 

safety at Ecolab. "Fortunately, there are a number of important measures that you, your 

family and your business colleagues can take to reduce the risk of influenza." 

Getting a flu vaccine and taking anti-viral medications as prescribed if you do contract 

the flu are two ways the CDC advocates stopping the spread of flu germs. Another vital 

factor in protecting yourself from the flu is preventing its spread. 

The flu is a respiratory infection accompanied by fever and often respiratory 

complications that is transmitted from person to person, either through personal contact, 

or through contact with a contaminated surface. Individuals who have contracted the 

virus are contagious at least one day prior to displaying symptoms, and up to seven days 

after they first appear. 

In addition, the flu virus can survive up to 48 hours on stainless steel and plastic 

surfaces, and up to 12 hours on cloth, paper and tissues. Properly cleaning and 

disinfecting can minimize the chances of individuals contracting the virus from a 

contaminated surface. 

Prevent contamination 

To properly clean, disinfet and protect your environment, know that you should: 

* Clean any visible soil from surfaces before disinfecting. When cleaning and disinfecting, 

work from top to bottom and from cleaner to more heavily soiled surfaces. 

* Thoroughly wet the surface with a U.S. EPA registered disinfectant and follow label 

instructions. Choose disinfectants effective against the flu virus, such as Ecolab's line of 

disinfectant products, which are available for institutional and industrial use. 

* Disinfect frequently touched hard surfaces often, including tables, chairs, light switches, 

door handles and restroom facilities. 

* Give special attention to frequently touched surfaces in food preparation areas, as well 

as the restroom, including light and air control switches, faucets, toilet flush levers, door 

What is LOVE? 

by Lisa Villano 

#BeautyComesFromWithin 

"Love, the Caressing of My Heart, the Warmth of a Summer Breeze, the 

Embrace of the One I Love…." 

We Can Describe Love in So Many Ways, Yet and Still, Can We Truly Place a 

Finger on What Makes it So Grand? 

Love is Discrete, Yet Immensely Powerful. It’s The Thumping of Our Hearts 

from Our First Kiss, The Beauty that Cascades from a Baby’s Face, the Bond 

Between a Mother and Child. 

Love is Vast, It’s Free, It's True…. It Gives Life Purpose, and Your Desires 

Meaning. It’s The Moment of Conception, the Freeness Felt when You are 

Honest with Yourself, a Thriving Force... Gently Guiding You; it’s Found in “I 

Dos”. 

Love is also patient, It is kind. It does not Envy, it does not Boast, it is not 

Proud. It does not Dishonor others, Nor is it Self-Seeking. It is Not easily 

Angered, it Does Not keep Records of Wrongs…. and Love does not Delight in 

evil but Rejoices with the Truth. Love Always Protects, Always Trusts, Always 

Hopes, and Always Perseveres. 

It Lives Within Us, It Draws Us Near, and Keeps Us Safe in its Embrace. 

VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL 

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knobs and handrails. 

* Avoid touching public items that sustain heavy use, such as elevator buttons and push 

plates on doors, with your hands. 

Proper hand hygiene 

Hand-washing is also essential to preventing an influenza contamination. Proper handwashing 

helps remove most bacteria, viruses and other pathogens, so they can't be 

spread to others. The CDC recommends these steps: 

* Wet hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap and apply soap. 

* Rub hands together to lather the soap. Clean the backs of hands, between fingers and 

under nails. 

* Scrub for at least 20 seconds. 

* Rinse well under clean, running water. 

* Dry with a clean towel or air dry. 

* Before using hand sanitizer, remove any dirt from hands with soap and water. Apply 

product to palm and rub hands together until it disappears (15-20 seconds). 

Education is the first step in promoting effective hand hygiene. But the real challenge is 

motivating others to wash frequently and follow protocols day in and day out. 

* Use soaps that are gentle on hands. Formulations that irritate skin may dissuade even 

the most dedicated hand-washer. 

* Be a role model and wash your hands following the same high standard you set for your 

family and coworkers. 

For additional information on how Ecolab can help you and your business prepare for the 

flu season, visit ecolab.com/pages/flu. 

Source: Ecolab

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FURRY FRIENDS 

Season of Love Courtesy of Leck Veterinary Hospital 

Winter is in full swing, so it’s always nice to warm things up with tokens of love 

and appreciation when Valentine’s Day comes around. The traditional chocolate 

and flowers are my favorite! But it’s also a good time for a reminder to put those 

goodies safely out of reach of both dogs and cats. 

The fat and sugar in chocolate can cause an upset stomach and this is what 

happens in most chocolate ingestion cases. However, chocolate can also be 

directly toxic because of a compound called theobromine. The more chocolate 

liquor there is in a product, the more theobromine there is. This makes baking 

chocolate the worst for pets, followed by semi-sweet and dark chocolate, then 

milk chocolate and chocolate flavored cakes and cookies. Signs of theobromine 

intoxication are vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, tremors, seizures, racing heart, 

rhythm progressing to abnormal rhythms, and death in severe cases. 

If the chocolate was eaten recently, it may be possible to induce vomiting; 

otherwise, hospitalization and support are needed until the chocolate has worked 

it’s way out of the system. A call to the Pet Poison Helpline, ASPCA Poison 

Control, or to your veterinarian can help calculate the risk, and go over the 

treatment options should you discover an empty box of chocolates at Fido’s feet. 

One of the most significant dangers to our feline friends comes in the form of 

true lily. Plant species from the Lilium (Easter Lily) and the Hemerocallis (Daylily) 

families will cause kidney failure and death in cats if ANY part of the plant is 

eaten. If a cat eats the equivalent of less than one leaf, it can become severely 

ill. They may vomit initially, then appear to be okay, but if treatment is delayed 

more than 18 hours, their kidneys will fail and they may die. Do not mess around 

with cats and lilies; make sure if you have these plants anywhere in or around 

your premises, your cat cannot access them. Should you suspect your cat has 

snacked on one, a visit to your veterinarian for blood monitoring and supportive 

care, is in order. 

As little as 6 ounces of milk chocolate is enough to cause a moderate to severe 

reaction in a twenty pound dog. So remember, to share the love, but hide the 

chocolate and flowers! 

Happy Valentine’s Day! 

Polar Plunge Fund Raiser for Camp Papillon 

A Polar plunger benefitting Camp Papillon will be held Saturday, February 27 

at 12 noon at Camp Papillon Animal Shelter, 126 Brainerd Lane, Stroudsburg, 

PA. Eric German is at it again organizing the Polar Plunge to help homeless 

animals, and bring awareness to animals who are chained out in the cold. Eric 

raised over $5000 to help homeless, neglected and abused animals. Please 

support this worthwhile cause to raise much needed funds. 

Join Eric and friends at noon on Saturday, February 27 at Camp Papillon 

Animal Shelter property. Kat of Willow Tree Inn of Stroudsburg is graciously 

catering lunch at the Camp Volunteer Recreation Room. After a hot lunch, 

you will jump in the pond located on our property. All jumpers will need a 

sponsorship of $100 (or more) to JUMP! 

Please support Eric by donating to the Camp Papillon Polar Plunge. Checks 

may be mailed to Camp Papillon, 128 Brainerd Lane, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, or 

through our Paypal account at www.CampPapillon.org. Visit our Facebook page, 

https://www.facebook.com/camppapillon/ 

They provide you with everything a foster parent will need. You supply the love 

and a safe home until they are adopted. 

Boomer's Angels Meet and Greet 

On Sunday, February 28th, from 11:00am- 2:00pm, come to Tractor 

Supply, Route 209, Brodheadsville to meet some of the beautiful loving dogs 

that Boomer's Angels (BAARC) have for adoption! 

All adoptions must be pre-approved so why not fill out and application in 

advance. Visit www.boomersangels.com for an application. 

If you’re not ready to adopt, why not try fostering? Foster homes are desperately 

needed so we can continue to save lives! 

They provide you with everything a foster parent will need. You supply the love 

and a safe home until they are adopted. 

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16 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 

Tea and Biscuits 

by Lee O'Donovan 

Leap Year Special 

I urge any single men to read this message to ensure 

the protection of their bachelorhood during a time when 

such noble status might be under attack! 

Ladies, if you want to add to your current wardrobe, 

hunt down a commitment-phobic male and cash in on 

the Leap Year commiseration prizes! 

(Writers note: Most of the legends mentioned herein originated in times when 

cultural rules regarding equality for women were different to our times. No 

offense is intended to anyone in the presentation of this article.) 

Monday, February 29th, 2016 is a rare day. The year in which such a day falls 

is known as a Leap Year and happens every four years with a few exceptions. 

(To determine if your year is a leap year, calculate if the number of your year 

will evenly divide by four. If it does divide by four, it might be a Leap Year.) The 

traditions around the added Leap Year Day, February 29th, are a lot of fun and I 

wanted to present them to the readers of The Belt of The Belt and Beyond. 

History attributes the additional day on a Leap Year to Roman Emperor Julius 

Caesar, who wanted to keep the months approximately coinciding with the 

seasons. Apparently, the calendar was such a mess before the introduction of 

Leap Year Day that in the year directly before the first Leap Year three months 

were added to account for the confusion in the calendar at that time. Imagine 

2016 having three extra months! The addition of one day isn't a perfect fix to a 

broken calendar, but it does go a long way to keeping months and seasons in 

alignment. 

Now that the need for a Leap Year has been presented, we get to what I 

consider to be the fun stuff! 

The well known tradition around February 29th is that ladies are allowed, 

even encouraged, to propose to their men. In 1288, an unwed Scottish Queen 

Margaret enacted a law allowing women to propose on February 29th with the 

caveat that women intending to propose had to wear a red petticoat to warn 

her love of her intentions. Another legend tells of St. Brigid of Kildare, Ireland, 

petitioning St. Patrick (the patron saint of Ireland) to allow women the right to 

propose marriage. St. Brigid had been receiving complaints from women that 

their men were too socially inept or too scared to propose to them and that the 

women felt that time was ticking by. Immediately upon St. Patrick agreeing to 

allow women to propose on a Leap Year day, St. Brigid went down on one knee 

and proposed to St. Patrick! The Saint kissed Brigid on the cheek and refused 

her proposal, giving Brigid a silk gown to ease the pain of the refusal. There 

might be multiple possible origins of the tradition, but all stories stress the 

dedication of the day to female marriage proposals. 

In parts of Europe, there is a tradition amongst people of noble birth that a 

man refusing a Leap Year proposal must give the lady twelve pairs of gloves so 

that she can cover up her lack of an engagement ring and any embarrassment 

that a refusal might bring. 

Getting married in a Leap Year is either good or bad luck depending on your 

nation of origin; for example, if you are from Finland a Leap Year wedding is 

good luck, if you are from Greece a Leap Year wedding is bad luck. 

I finish with a list of the expectations of single men on Monday, February 29th, 

2016 regarding possible marriage proposals and the possible beginnings of a 

Leap Year joke: 

A lady intending to propose to her man must wear a red petticoat so that 

the man has a chance to run off before she can propose. So, look out for red 

petticoats on the day men folk! 

If you are intending to refuse a proposal, you might offer the reason as bad 

luck if you are from the right country. Beware, the lady might offer the reason 

of good luck if you are from another place. Men, have either silk gowns, skirts, 

twelve pairs of gloves, or all of the afore mentioned ready as to not offer such 

gifts would be the height of boorishness! 

The following sight might not be so far-fetched: 

A Scotsman (a man from Scotland), a European Toff (a person of noble 

heritage, a man in this case), and an Irishman (a man from Ireland) hurry into a 

bar. Each man places a sack full of bundled pairs of gloves and paper wrapped 

silk skirts on the bar, orders a large glass of something strong and moves to 

huddle in a dark corner... 

Good hunting ladies! 

Lee O'Donovan 

P.S. As a happily married man, I would urge all you nervous men folk to consider 

the lovely mysterious creature before you and all the fun that marriage can 

bring you! 

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17 

RAGTIME SPOTLIGHT 

In this week's Ragtime Spotlight, we get to know BAHS's 

Pit Orchestra Director, Mr. Eric Hahn. 

(SW) How long have you been conducting? 

(EH) I began my teaching/conducting career in 2010 at Bald 

Eagle Area High School. I have been working in Bangor for 

six years. However, according to my family and friends, I 

have been conducting since I was old enough to stand. I 

have heard stories and seen photos of myself at West Park 

Mr. Eric Hahn 

in Allentown conducting along with the Allentown Band from the audience. 

(SW) What do you find to be the most challenging part of putting your 

pit orchestra together? 

(EH) The most challenging part is always making sure the sound our audience 

hears is the best representation of what we can do. We need to make sure our 

sound is balanced as it exits the pit, and that it balances with the volume of the 

cast. The sound inside the pit is always vastly different from the sound out in 

the seats. 

(SW) How have your rehearsals been going? 

(EH) Rehearsals have been absolutely fantastic since day one. The students 

have consistently come prepared and work quickly to make everything sound 

great. We have even had the honor of playing along with members of the cast 

on two occasions already. Typically this does not happen until much later in the 

rehearsal process. 

(SW) Which piece of music from Ragtime has been the most 

challenging? 

(EH) The most challenging piece of music from Ragtime from the conductor's 

stand point would be either the sequence from Lawrence, Mass. or the Justice 

segment near the end of Act I. There are some odd and changing meters in 

these sections. From the point of view of the players, The Gettin' Ready Rag and 

Buffalo Nickel Photoplay, Inc. are the most technically challenging. Much of the 

difficult piano work has been handled very well by our local expert, Todd Deen. 

(SW) Which piece has been your favorite? 

(EH) My favorite piece from the show is The Wheels of a Dream. 

(SW) Which show has been your favorite to conduct? 

(EH) Ragtime! 

(SW) What are you most looking forward to in reference to this year's 

production of Ragtime? 

(EH) This show deals with some of the most prevalent and divisive topics that 

plague our society today. The story shows us the evils of social injustice and 

racial inequality in a way that makes us look inward to see how our thoughts, 

words, and deeds either parallel or diverge from those of the characters on 

stage. After seeing this show for the first time more than 15 years ago, I found 

myself taking a much harder look at my own philosophies and the way I treated 

others, and I hope others will do the same. What I am most looking forward to is 

how the students, parents, and community members who work on this show or 

see it performed will grow because of having heard the story. 

New in the Bangor Public Library 

Adult Fiction: 

Bohjalian, Chris: The guest room; Fluke, Joanne: Double fudge brownie murder; 

Jackson, Lisa: After she’s gone; Kava, Alex: Breaking creed; Silent creed; Kubica, 

Mary: Pretty baby; Neggers, Carla: Secrets of the lost summer; Punke, Michael: 

The revenant; Rosenfelt, David: Blackout; Steel, Danielle: Precious gifts; Woods, 

Stuart: Scandalous behavior. 

Adult Non Fiction: 

De Botton, Alain: The pleasures and sorrows of work. 

Young Adult Fiction: 

Carlson, Melody: Dark blue; Fools gold; Walker, Gabrielle: The Tale of the Final 

Hero. 

Audio Books Fiction: 

Hawkins, Paula: The girl on the train. 

Audio Books Non Fiction: 

Goldberg, Whoopi: If someone says “ You complete me”, Run! 

DVDs: 

Descendants; The Martian. 

Four Bangor Students Successfully Audition 

for 2016 Pennsylvania Music Educators 

Association Region V Band 

Bangor Area High School had FOUR students successfully audition for the 

2016 Pennsylvania Music Educators Association Region V Band. 

Auditions were conducted at the recent District 7 (South-Central PA) and 

District 10 (Northeast PA) band festivals. The band will consist of 145 of the 

top high school musicians from 15 counties. The counties represented are 

Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, York, 

Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, Pike, and Schuylkill. 

The four who auditioned at the PMEA District 10 Band festival and were 

selected are Contra-alto Clarinet: Corinthia Banks, Tenor Saxophone: Daniel 

Schirripa, Baritone Saxophone: Rose Tillson, and Bass: Shannon Would. 

These students will be traveling to Central York High School in York, PA 

to participate in the festival March 10 through March 12, 2016. The guest 

conductor will be Professor Dennis Glocke from The Pennsylvania State 

University. 

(L to R) Shannon Would, Daniel Schirripa, Rose Tillson, Corinthia Banks 

Sonia in My Eyes 

by Brian Potopowitz 

I see her shape approaching as if through a misty dream, 

Light begins to brighten on the contour she retains. 

Ample length of flowing hair to frame a pleasant face, 

Curvature of shoulder falling toward the slight of wrist. 

Horizontal line of blouse and stitch of skirt on silhouette, 

Fascinating to behold yet having vastly more contained. 

Wisdom shapes the way she views this complicated world, 

It forms a stable shelter for unbendable decisions. 

Conscious effort to create environments of challenge, 

Items she foregoes to improve the growth of her children. 

Integrity of sound defense for friends who are away, 

Sincere tears of sadness with acquaintances who grieve. 

Appreciation in a card or thank you with a cheerful word, 

Knowing when to answer yes or rather fitting to decline. 

The sacrifice of Greece for the stark unrest of India, 

One simple cup of water for the least of all of these. 

Honest words of spoken truth with tenderness of heart, 

Silent on her knees to hear that still and quiet whisper. 

Abundant love she has within and freely gives away, 

Those acts of gentle grace make her altogether lovely.

18 HAPPENINGS 

PINEWOOD DERBY 

Pack 14 held a pinewood derby at East Bangor fire 

hall on January 29th. 1st place winner was John 

Casagrande, 2nd place Tim Frable, and 3rd place 

winner was Scott Detrick. The winners will go to 

districts in March. 

Photo by Kris Ordinsky-Parks 

"It's Cookie Time" 

Area Girls Scout troops started selling "Girl Scout Cookies" on January 14th. Look for girls at local 

cookie booth sales and please consider supporting a local troop with a delicious box of cookies. 

Cookies are available in 9 different flavors, Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Patties, Caramel Delite, 

Thanks A Lots, Peanut Butter Sandwich, Shortbread, Lemonades, Cranberry Citrus Crisp and also 

Gluten Free Trios. Pictured: Local girl scout troops sold cookies at area businesses. 

Crafting Fun 

Karin Falcone with Cameron and Staci George making 

Valentine's Day cards at Bloom Creative Studio in Bangor. 

Troop 836 had fun making Valentine's Day crafts at Home 

Depot. 

Valentine’s Day Trivia 

1. Which Patron Saint is Valentines named after? 

2. Who are Shakesphere’s Star-crossed Lovers? 

3. Who is The Goddess of Love in Greek Mythology 

4. A dozen red ones of these says “I Love You” 

5. You might write this to your sweetheart on Valentine's Day. 

~ Author Unknown 

Anyone can catch 

your eye, 

but it takes 

someone special to 

catch your heart. 

6. What does the word Valentine mean? 

7. Where do you wear your heart if you are quick to show your feelings? 

8. The O in XOXOXOX means what? 

9. Who was Victorian Lace named after? 

10. What fruit is also known as the love apple? 

11. Who kissed the girls and made them cry? 

12. Which bird symbolizes Valentine’s Day? 

Answers: 1. Saint Valentines; 2.Romeo & Juliet; 3. Aphrodite; 4. Roses; 5. Love Letter; 

6. Sweetheart; 7. Sleeve; 8. Hugs; 9. Queen Victoria; 10. Tomato; 11. Georgie Porgie; 12. Dove

Stroudsburg Post Office 

Monroe County 

Historical Association 

Announces 

the 2016 P.E.P Awards 

The Monroe County Historical Association is pleased to announce the 2016 P.E.P 

(Preserve Enhance Promote) Awards. Owners of historic buildings who have shown 

their dedication to preserving, enhancing, and promoting Monroe County’s wealth 

of historic structures will be honored at the MCHA Annual Meeting and Awards 

Luncheon on Sunday, February 28, 2016 at the 

Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, Shawnee-on-Delaware. 

Three categories of buildings were judged: 

Commercial, Non-Profit/Publically-Funded, and 

Private Residence. The 2016 winners in the three 

categories are: Commercial Property – Wallace Block, 

Wallace Block 

Borough of Stroudsburg; Non-Profit/Publically-Funded – Stroudsburg Post Office, 

Borough of Stroudsburg; and Residential Property – “The Whitman Home” owned 

by William and Deborah Whitman, Hamilton Township. 

The Heritage Resource Award will be given to 

Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm of Hamilton 

Township in recognition of their efforts to preserve 

the resources of the small farm and to provide a 

historical experience and educational opportunities 

Quiet Valley 

for the visiting public. 

Monroe County Historical Association Executive 

Director Amy Leiser said, “Our organization is pleased to recognize the owners 

of these historic properties and we appreciate their dedication in The public is 

welcome and encouraged to attend. Reservations, with payment, should be made 

at the Monroe County Historical Association, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, before 

Friday, February 15, 2016. For more information, please contact the office at (570) 

421-7703 or mcha@ptd.net . 

The mission of the Monroe County Historical 

Association is to promote, protect and preserve 

the rich history of Monroe County. Please visit our 

Web site at www.monroehistorical.org for more 

information on the organization and to learn more 

about these properties. 

Whitman Home 

Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm Presents its new 19th 

Century Days - Thursday April 21 and Friday April 22, 2016 

Stroudsburg (PA) 19th Century Days - A Day in the Life is a new handson 

educational program designed to provide students ages 6-18 with the 

opportunity to explore the lifestyle of a 19th century homestead. Save the date 

for this two-day event: Thursday, April 21th & Friday, April 22st 2016. Each day 

features two workshop slots; one from 12:30-2:00 and one from 2:15-3:45. 

You may sign up for up to four different sessions. There are over 25 different 

workshop offerings from small and large animal husbandry to simple machine 

to carding, spinning and weaving which are all designed to meet the new 

Pennsylvania STEAM-based educational curriculum guidelines. 

Registration will begin at 9 a.m. on February 1, 2016. Registrations will be 

taken by phone, in person or on-line until sessions are full. The price for all 

workshops is $5.00 per student for each session, which also covers all material 

fees. Registration is complete only when payment is received. Payment by 

PayPal, credit card or debit card is recommended. 

In addition to the workshops, tours of the historic farm are available from 10- 

12:30 each day at $8 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. 

Workshop descriptions will be listed on our website January 25th, 2016. 

Registration opens February 1st, 2016. To enhance the experience, participants 

are encouraged to come in period dress, but it is not mandatory. Lunches will 

be available to order or you may bring your own. There are a limited number of 

spots available each day, so make your reservation early. 

For more information visit our website www.quietvalley.org or call 

570-992-6161. 

All money raised goes to support the farm and its mission to preserve and 

present the agricultural history of the 1800s. 

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Bangor Womens Club GFWC Holds 

Annual Arts Festival 

The Bangor Womens Club GFWC held their annual Arts Festival at their 

January meeting at Prince of Peace Church, Johnsonsville, PA. Bangor and 

Faith Christian School students were invited to submit entries as well as 

catagories for the members of Bangor Womens Club. Judges for the event 

were Jim Gloria and Debi Geosits. Their contributions are greatly appreciated. 

Club Committee members are Joyce Barilla, Marie Balson, Joyce Parsons, 

Fran Attinella, and Karen Bodine. The club thanks them for all their efforts in 

organizing and presenting this event. 

Member craft winners were: 

Quilted Table Runner, Deanna Keyser; Repurposed Old Jewelry, Carolyn Smith; 

Child's Tote Bag, Peggy Golden and Carolyn Smith. 

Member Culinary: Yeast Rolls, June Hess. 

Member Photography: June Hess 

Member Short Story: Ellen Prudenti 

Student Art winners were: 

Grade 1 & 2 Emyrson Smith, Five Points; Jackson Law, Five Points; Abigail 

Dorsch, Washington Twsp; and Casey Dyer, Washington Twsp. 

Grade 3,4, & 5 Erica Palmer, DeFranco; Emma Etzkorn, DeFranco, Sam Lovett, 

Five Points, and Marissa Ann Siv, Five Points 

Grade 6,7, & 8 Nicole Cavalicre, Middle School; Matt Kram, Middle School; 

Samatha Gutierrez, DeFranco; and Allie Ortiz, DeFranco. 

Student Short Story: Kaylynn Figurski, Five Points and Grace Stapp, Five Points. 

Student Poetry: Grace Stapp, Five Points. 

All first place winner submissions will now be entered in the GFWC District 

Arts Festival. The Bangor Club thanks all the teachers at the local schools for 

encouraging their students to participate and a big thank you to all the students 

who submitted their entries. Our schools have a lot of talent and selecting 

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RELIGIOUS SERVICES 

Ackermanville United Methodist 

1410 Ackermanville Road, Bangor 

9 A.m. Sunday School, 10 AM Worship 

Rev Alice Ann Bonham, (610) 588-7818 

www.ackermanvilleumc.org 

Arndt's Lutheran Church 

1851 Arndt Road, Easton, PA 18040, 610-253-3732 

Regular Worship: (Now thru 5/22/16) Sat. 6:00 PM, 

Sun. at 8:15 AM. and 10:30 AM. Sunday School 

9:00AM, Holy Communion is celebrated on the 1st & 

3rd Sundays of the month. 

Email: arndts.lutheranchurch@rcn. 

Website: www.arndtslutheran.org 

Bangor Church of the Nazarene 

150 Bunny Trail, Bangor 

9:30 AM Sunday School, 10:40 AM Worship 

Powerhouse Praise Practice 5 PM 

Teen Straight Talk & Small Groups 6 PM 

Kenneth L. Bean, Pastor, (610) 588-6929 

Belfast Bible 

483 Belfast Road, Belfast 

9:30 AM Sunday School (All Ages) 

10:45 AM Worship, Evening Service 7 PM 

Pastor Michael Yaworski 

Belfast Wesley United Methodist 

607 School Street, Belfast 

9:15 AM Children & Adult Sunday School, 10 AM 

Worship, followed by coffee fellowship. 

Pastor Paul Milligan, (610) 746-3652 

Benders Mennonite Church 

975 Benders Church Road, Pen Argyl 

10:10 AM Worship, Food Bank 3rd Saturday 

of the month 9 AM - 11 AM (610) 863-9114 

Bethel Bible Church of Mt. Zion 

7742 N. Delaware Dr. (Rt 611) Martins Creek 

9 AM Sunday School, 10 AM Worship 

Pastor Rick Tunis, (610) 250-9890 

www.bethelbiblechurchofmtzion.org 

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church 

703 S. Delaware Drive (Rt 611), Mt. Bethel 

9 AM Worship, 10 AM Worship 

Communion offered 1st & 3rd Sundays 

(610) 588-7056, email: celcpaorg@yahoo.com 

www.lutheransonline.com/celcpa 

Community Baptist 

Weona Park Center, Pen Argyl 

7 PM Bible Study, Separate class for age 10 & under 

Clearfield Bible Holiness Church 

1502 Bushkill Center Road, Wind Gap 

10:30 AM Sunday School, 11:15 AM & 2 PM Worship 

7 PM Thursday Prayer Meeting 

Pastor Mike Beck, (570) 369-6563 

Community Church 

Mount Pocono Location 

1050 Memorial Blvd., Tobyhanna, PA 18466 

SUNDAYS 9:30 am | 11:00 am | 12:30 pm 

The Burgs Location - SUNDAYS 11:00 am 

2000 Milford Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18301 

Community Presbyterian 

1755 S. Delaware Drive, Mount Bethel 


Coffee hour on last Sunday of every month 

following service cpcmbp@peoplepc.com 

(570) 897-6766, www.yourcpchurch.com 

Cross Road Baptist Church 

201 Second Street, Bangor 


Wednesday 7 PM Prayer/Bible Study and Youth 

Group (ages 5-17); 2nd Sunday of the Month 

4 PM Breaking Bread Soup Kitchen 

Rev. Jay VanHorn, Pastor, (610) 588-3966 

www.crossroadbaptistbangor.org 

East Bangor United Methodist Community Church 

136 West Central Avenue, East Bangor, PA 

Sundays - 8:30 AM Choir Rehearsal, 9:15 AM, 

Worship Service 10:30 AM Sunday School (After- 

Church Fellowship on last Sunday) 

Thursdays - 6:30 PM Bazaar Workshop, 7:00 PM 

Choir Rehearsal 

Saturdays - 8:00 PM AA Meeting 

Pastor David Goss (610) 588-4453 

Dial-A-Message (610)588-3896 

Website: http://www.ebumc.org/ 

Faith Alive Community Church 

10 Mechanic Street, Wind Gap 

10 AM Worship,10:45 AM Children’s Church 

and Next Level (Grades 7-12) 

Pastor Matthew Whistler, (610) 863-6911 

www.faccpa.org 

Faith United Presbyterian 

Pennsylvania & Heller Avenue, Pen Argyl 

Sun.: Choir 9A M; Worship/Holy Communion. 

Church School 10 AM 

Tues.: Quilting 1 PM, Wed.: BIBLE STUDY 10 AM 

Sun: Feb 14,Love Feast 10AM, Session 11 AM 

Sat: Feb 27 Hospitality Lunch 11:30 AM-1:30 PM 

Sun: Mar 6, Food Bank Sunday 

Sun: Mar 13, Session 11 AM 

Sun: Mar 20, Body of Christ Communion 

Thurs: Mar 24, Maundy Thursday Simple Soup 

Supper 6 PM, Worship/Last Supper Communion 

Service 7 PM 

Sat: Mar 26 Hospitality Lunch 11:30 AM-1:30 PM 

Rev. Ruth Ann Christopher (610) 863-4447 

Family Life Community Church 

1115 Richmond Road, Bangor 

Wednesday: Kidz Night Out at The Hub 6:30- 

8:30 PM (Kids ages 6 thru 6th grade), Thursday: 

Teen Night Out at The Hub 6:30-8:30 PM (Grades 

7th thru 9th) 

10 AM Worship Service 

Pastor Mike Poppa, (610) 588-3736, 

www.flccbangor.com 

First United Evangelical 

25 South 2nd Street, Bangor 

Sun: Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. 

Worship at 10:30 a.m. 

Wed Eve: Prayer Meeting and Bible Study 7 p.m. 

Pastor Ronald Shipman, (610)-588-3226 

First United Methodist Church 

55 North Third Street, Bangor 

8:30 AM Contemporary Service, 8:50 AM Junior 

Church, 9:50 AM Sunday School for all ages, 11 

AM Traditional Service, 11:15 AM Junior Church 

Rev. Navin Satyavrata, (610) 588-4673 

www.firstumcbangor.com 

Faith Family Fellowship 

1002 Bushkill Center Road, Nazareth 

Sundays: 10 AM Worship Service with fellowship 

time to follow. 

Pastor Robert Hampton, (570) 269-9360 

Faith Family Fellowship 

1002 Bushkill Center Road, Nazareth 

Sundays: 10 AM Worship Service with fellowship 

time to follow 

Pastor Robert Hampton, (570) 269-9360 

Flicksville United Church of Christ 

1337 Lower South Main Street, Bangor 

Sunday School 9:30a.m. 

Sunday Worship 10:45a.m. 

First United Methodist 

19 West & Water Street, Wind Gap 

8:45 AM Sunday School 

10 AM Worship/Communion 

11 AM Fellowship on 1st Sunday of each month 

Pastor Rev. Bill Kuntze, (610) 588-4648 

God’s Missionary Church of Northampton 

4965 Nort Bath Blvd (Rt 329), Northampton 

9:30 AM Sunday School, 10:30 AM & 7 PM Service 

6:30 PM Youth Service 

Wednesdays-Prayer Meeting 7:30 PM 

Rev. Rodney Keister, (610) 262-4412 

www.GMC-N.com 

Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church 

2904 Church Road, Martins Creek 

9 AM Worship, Adult Bible, Study following worship 

Pastor Louise Williams 

Grace Lutheran Church 

5907 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth 

9 AM Service, 10:15 AM Sunday School, 

10:30 AM Adult Forum 

(610) 759-9080, www.gracebelfast.org 

Grace United Methodist Church 

404 Mountain Avenue, Pen Argyl 

8:30 AM Contemporary Worship 

10 AM Blended Service, Sunday School 

Rev. John T. Pfeil, (610) 863-4811 

Holy Trinity Orthodox Church 

1501 Trinity Court, Stroudsburg 

9:30 AM Divine Liturgy Sundays 

6:30 PM Vespers Saturday 

(570) 421-4455, www.holytrinitypoconos.org 

Hopesprings Community of Faith 

301 Market Street, Bangor 

10:15 AM Coffee served, 10:30 AM Meeting Sundays 

(610) 599-0202, www.hopespringscommunity.org 

Hope UCC 

2nd & Cherry Street, Wind Gap 

10:30 AM with Communion the first Sunday of the 

month and Sunday School 9:30 am. 

Pastor Rev. Dean D. Frey, (610) 863-4474 

Living Waters Christian Church 

396 Sterling Road Unit D, Tobyhanna 

Thursday: 6-7 PM Christian Education, Sunday: 

9:15 AM Christian Education, 10:30 AM Worship 

Rev. Dr. Jacqueline R. Walters 

(570) 350-4710 or (570) 629-5581 

livingwaterscc@aol.com 

Arsha Vidya Pitham (Institute for Study of 

Vedanta, Yoga and Meditation) 

651, Route 115, Saylorsburg 

www.arshavidya.org

Mount Bethel Church 

1270 Belvidere Corner Road, Mt. Bethel 

Pastor Chris Priestaf, (570) 897-7142 

Little Friends Preschool (570) 897-7797 

www.mountbethelchurch.org 

Sunday Service Schedule 

8:30am Traditional worship service with piano led 

music and a children's message. 

9:50am Sunday School for 3 yr. olds through 

adults; Confirmation for 7th and 8th graders. 

11:00am Contemporary worship service with 

praise team led music and Children's Church for 

children pre-k - 2nd grade. 

Mount Eaton Church 

7277 Mt. Eaton Road, Saylorsburg 

Services: 6:30 PM Saturday, 8 AM Sunday Traditional, 

10:30 AM Sunday Contemporary, 

6 PM Sunday Youth Group, Wednesdays: 7 PM Family 

Night, 8:30 PM Young Adults’ Group 

Pastor Doug Hayes, (570) 992-7050 

mounteatonchurch.org 

Nazareth Moravian Church 

4 South Main Street, Nazareth 

Sundays:8:15am Worship, 9:00 Joysingers, 9:30am 

Sunday School, 10:45am Worship 

Sat. 2/21, Community Soup Sales, 8:00am to 12:00pm 

(610) 759-3163, nazarethmoravian.org 

Our Lady of Good Counsel 

436 South 2nd Street, Bangor 

4 PM Saturday, 8:30 AM Sunday 

Pastor Stephen L. Maco, (610) 588-5445 

Portland Baptist Church 

601 Delaware Avenue, Portland 

9 AM Sunday School, 10 AM Fellowship, 10:20 AM 

Worship, 6-7:30 PM AWANA Youth Group/Prayer 

Meeting/Bible Study, Handicap accessible 

(570) 897-6866, www.portlandbaptistchurch.com 

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 

2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor 

Every 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month at 5:30 PM 

Worship & Holy Communion 

Sundays: 9:45 AM Worship & Communion 

Rev. Michael J. Scholtes, (610) 588-2355 

www.popbangor.org 

Presbyterian Parish of Bangor-Roseto 

Sunday 10:45 AM Worship Service 

Rev. Albert Martin, (610) 588-4864 

www.presbyparishbangorroseto.webs.com 

Presbyterian Church of the Mountain 

Church Lane, Delaware Water Gap 

Sunday Worship Service: 10 AM in the Sanctuary 

Holy Communion: 1st Sunday of each month 

Praise Team: 2nd Sunday of each month 

Sunday School: during worship in the Fellowship 

House for ages 0-12 (childcare and class) 

Choir Rehearsal: Thursday at 7:30 PM in the 

Fellowship House Choir Room, Deacons Meeting: 

Last Sunday of each month at 11 AM, Session: 2nd 

Thursday of each month at 7 PM 

Bible Study: each Monday at 7 PM (570) 476-0345 

Richmond United Methodist Church 

8538 Delaware Drive (Route 611), Bangor 

One Sunday service at 9:30 AM. 

Pastor Ed Van Arsdale 

(610) 588-7317 www.richmondumc.com 

Refiner's Fire Ministry 

100 Division Street, Portland 

Sundays: Prayer 9:15 AM & Worship 10 AM 

Fridays: Redemption 7PM, Generation X 8 PM 

Pastor Phil Karasiewicz, (570) 236-4563 

Slate Belt - Nazareth Baptist Church 

1620 Church Road, Pen Argyl 

Every Tuesday: Mixed Martial Arts/Self Defense 

7-8:15 PM, Aerobics 7-8 PM 

Sunday: 9:30 AM Sunday School, 10:30 AM 

Worship & Children’s Church (nursery provided) 

Adult Bible study is at 4:30, AWANA is at 5:30 

Pastor Scott J. Davis, (610) 863-9274 

The Roseto Independent Presbyterian Church 

210 Garibaldi Avenue, Roseto 

9:15 AM Greeting, 9:30 AM Service 

Rev. Barry Eng, (610) 599-9949 

www.RIPC-OnlineToday.org 

Salem UCC 

2218 Community Drive Bath PA 18014 

8 AM & 10:15 AM Sunday Worship 

9 AM Sunday School, Confirmation Class, Jr Choir 

1 PM Cub Scout Pack 50 

TUESDAY 6:30 to 8:00 PM Boy Scout Tr 50, 

7:00 PM Sr. Choir 

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Ladies Aid Quilting 

MONDAY, Feb 15, 21, Pinochle Club 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 

THURSDAY, Mar. 3, Men's Fellowship Meeting 7:00 PM 

MONDAY, March 17, Ladies Guild Meeting 7:00 PM 

Pastor Donald Brown, (610) 759-1652 

www.salemuccbathpa.org 

St. Brigid’s Episcopal Church 

301 Madison Avenue, Nazareth 

9 AM Holy Eucharist 

Rev. William Martin, 

(610) 746-3910, www.stbrigidspa.org 

St. Elizabeth’s Parish 

300 West Babbitt, Pen Argyl 

Masses: 5 PM Saturday 

8 AM, 9:30 AM and 11 AM Sunday 

Rev. Msgr. Vincent P. York. (610) 863-4777 

St. Luke’s UCC Belfast 

471 Belfast Road, Nazareth (Belfast) 

9 AM Sunday School, 10:30 AM Worship - 1st 

Sunday of month Holy Communion 

Pastor Rev. Frank Gassler, (610) 759-0244 

www.stlukesuccbelfast.com 

St. Mary’s Episcopal 

340 Lehigh Street, Wind Gap 

9 AM Eucharist & Sunday School 

Coffee hour follows service 

The Rev.Canon Joel Atkinson, priest in charge. 

(610) 863-8007 saintmarywindgap.webs.com 

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran 

12 North Westbrook, Pen Argyl 

8:45 AM Sunday School, 10 AM Worship 

(610) 863-4332 

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal 

1440 Verona Drive, Pen Argyl 

11 AM Eucharist, Coffee hour after service 

The Rev.Canon Joel Atkinson, priest in charge. 

St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran 

1422 Church Road, Pen Argyl 

11 AM Bible Study, 7 PM Praise Band, 

6 PM Youth Choir, 7:30 PM Adult Choir, 

8 AM & 10:15 AM Services, 

9 AM Sunday School 

(610) 863-6859 

St. Peter’s UCC 

401 Broad Street, Tatamy 

10:00 AM worship all year 

10:00 AM Sunday school Sept.-May. 

Rev. Ernest G. Shaffer, (610) 252-6515 

St. Vincent DePaul Catholic 

Delaware Avenue, Portland 

6 PM Saturday, 10:30 AM Sunday 

Rev. Stephen L. Maco, (610) 588-5445 

The Salvation Army 

301 W. Main Street, Pen Argyl 

Sundays: 10 AM Sunday School, 11 AM Worship 

Tuesdays: Food Bank 10 AM-12 PM 

Wednesdays: Knitting & Crocheting 10 AM-12 PM 

Free Lunch for Seniors: Tues.-Thurs. 12 PM 

The Pentecostal Christian Church 

the Truth (Iglesia Pentecostal La Verdad) 

4 Jory Avenue, Pen Argyl 

12 PM Sunday School (Escuela Dominical) 

1 PM Praise & Worship (Cuho Evanglistico)All 

invited to Bilingual Services 

Rev. Frank Pons, (570) 807-7794 

Temple Israel of the Poconos 

Egalitarian Conservative Synagogue 

711 Wallace Street, Stroudsburg 

Sabbath Services: Friday 7 PM followed by a 

Traditional Oneg Shabbat 

Saturday 9:30 AM followed by a traditional 

Kiddush. Services conducted in both Hebrew 

& English in a warm, welcoming, Jewish 

environment. Hebrew School for ages 4-13 

Dr. Sandra Alfonsi, 570-223-7062 

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran 

404 Broadway, Bangor 

9AM Sunday School(Pre-K to adult) 

10AM Worship and Holy Communion 

Youth Group 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm 

Grades 3-8 

Pastor Laine, 610-588-2023 

www.tlcbangor.com 

Trinity United Church of Christ 

632 South Delaward Drive, Mt. Bethel 

10:30 AM Worship 

Rev. Rodney W. Wells, (610) 588-1989 

Zion Presbyterian Church 

Water Street, Wind Gap 

9:30 AM Service, Children’s Sunday School 

during service. Visitors are welcomed! 

Rev. Sam Huffard

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