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Volume 4 • Issue 12<br />

<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

A PUBLICATION FEATURING: local events, news, happenings <strong>and</strong> more


CONTENTS<br />

Weekend Happenings 3<br />

Upcoming Events 4-6<br />

Community News 7-13<br />

Back To School 14-15<br />

Happenings 16-17<br />

Dining 18<br />

Furry Friends 19<br />

Arts & Entertainment 20<br />

Home <strong>and</strong> Garden 21<br />

Young at Heart 22 & 23<br />

Sports 24-27<br />

Community News 28<br />

Classifieds 29<br />

Religious Services 30 & 31<br />

Advertisers 32<br />

WELCOMING OUR NEW ADVERTISER<br />

MOUNTAIN HOUSE COUNTRY STORE - PAGE 3<br />

JH & SON - PAGE 21<br />

Next issue will be printed<br />

<strong>September</strong> 21st<br />

Deadline for all ad copy <strong>and</strong> news<br />

Friday, <strong>September</strong> 15th<br />

Email your news <strong>and</strong> events to<br />

thebelt<strong>and</strong>beyond@gmail.com<br />

<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

CONTACT US:<br />

thebelt<strong>and</strong>beyond@gmail.com<br />

P.O. Box 33 Bangor, PA 18013<br />

610-704-6818 • Fax 814-283-4819<br />

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Publisher/Editor<br />

C<strong>and</strong>y Martin<br />

Administrative Assistant<br />

Colleen Olszewski<br />

Advertising Account Executives<br />

Kaitlyn E. Martin<br />

kemartin.thebelt<strong>and</strong>beyond@gmail.com<br />

Graphic Design<br />

Joelyn Peifly, Victoria Santini, Stacey Fogel<br />

Contributing Writers<br />

Jackie Talero-Rueda<br />

jcrunchymom@gmail.com<br />

Kathleen McFall<br />

Kerri Tollinger<br />

Contributing Photographers<br />

Kris Ordinsky-Parks, Lynn Cistone,<br />

Stacey Fogel<br />

Photographers<br />

Nick Pulsinelli, Sabrina Schantzen,<br />

Lisa Newberry<br />

SEPTEMBER<br />

NATIONAL DAYS<br />

SEPTEMBER 7TH-NATIONAL BEER LOVER'S DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 8TH-STAND UP TO CANCER DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 10TH-NATIONAL GRANDPARENT'S DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 11TH-PATRIOT DAY & NATIONAL DAY OF<br />

SERVICE AND REMEMBRANCE<br />

SEPTEMBER 12TH-NATIONAL DAY OF ENCOURAGEMENT<br />

SEPTEMBER 15TH-NATIONAL POW/MIA RECOGNITION DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 16TH-NATIONAL CLEAN UP DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 17TH-NATIONAL WIFE APPRECIATION DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 18TH-NATIONAL CHEESEBURGER DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 22ND-AUTUMNAL EQUINOX –<br />

FIRST DAY OF FALL<br />

SEPTEMBER 26TH-NATIONAL JOHNNY APPLESEED DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 28TH-NATIONAL GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY<br />

SEPTEMBER 29TH-NATIONAL COFFEE DAY


<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong> 3<br />

WEEKEND HAPPENINGS<br />

Families First Wine Tasting Fundraiser<br />

Families First will host a Wine Tasting Fundraiser at Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard<br />

& Winery on Friday, <strong>September</strong> 8th, 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Ticket includes: Wine<br />

Tasting & Glass - Tour - Hor D’oeuvres. For Tickets Contact: Spring Shank-Pen<br />

Argyl High School Kate Marsteller-Wind Gap Middle School Kelly Thomas-<br />

Plainfield Elementary School Frank Jones-610-863-3688. Limited Space<br />

Available. All proceeds benefit the Families First Holiday Adopt-A- Family.<br />

Governor Wolf Historical Society Tavern Night<br />

<strong>The</strong> Governor Wolf Historical Society will host the first "Tavern Night" on<br />

<strong>September</strong> 8, 7:00pm-10:00pm on the Governor Wolf Campus, 6600<br />

Jacksonville Road. This is a BYOB event. Tickets available, beginning at 6:00PM,<br />

in the Museum on campus. Event doors open at 6:30 PM. You must be 21<br />

years of age to attend. More info on our Facebook page: Wolf Academy Historic<br />

Site <strong>and</strong> Governor Wolf Historic Society.<br />

Nazareth Area Garden Club 15th Annual Show<br />

<strong>The</strong> Nazareth Area Garden Club 15th Annual Flower <strong>and</strong> Garden Show Friday,<br />

<strong>September</strong> 8th, 4:00pm to 7:00pm <strong>and</strong> Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 9th, 10:00am<br />

to 3:00pm at the Schoeneck Moravian Church, 316 B Broad St. Ext in Nazareth.<br />

For more information please contact S<strong>and</strong>ee Rinehart 610-865-5439 or<br />

dr3625@msn.com<br />

Archery for Scouts<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 9th, 9:30am to 12:00pm. Join other scouts for an<br />

introduction to the sport of archery! Scouts will learn the beginner level skills<br />

of target shooting with a compound bow <strong>and</strong> arrow. <strong>The</strong> program will be led by<br />

a USA Archery certified instructor. All equipment will be provided. This program<br />

is for scouts ages 10 <strong>and</strong> up. Scouts are required to register themselves for<br />

the program. Troop registrations will not be accepted. For more information call<br />

610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov<br />

Safety Day at East Bangor Park<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 9th, 12:00pm-4:00pm. Fire <strong>and</strong> Police Vehicles, Scouts<br />

<strong>and</strong> First Aid, Kids IDs 12-2, K-9 Demo 2:00pm, Police Taser Demo 3:00pm<br />

Cake Walk, Snacks, Refreshments<br />

UMBT Park Committee to Host Craft Show<br />

<strong>The</strong> Upper Mount Bethel Township Park Committee is hosting their 1st annual<br />

Craft Show on <strong>September</strong> 9th, <strong>2017</strong> from 8:00am-4:00pm at the UMBT<br />

Community Park located on Potomac Street, in Mt. Bethel. For crafter space or<br />

any additional information please contact Sharon Cerny at<br />

570-801-2411.<br />

Tatamy Historical Society – Car Show<br />

<strong>The</strong> Sunday, Blue <strong>September</strong> Valley Farmer's 10th 9:30am–2:30pm; Market <strong>and</strong> Car Bangor show Exchange will be held on Club Broad<br />

Street in Tatamy, along PA. with Entry Miller- forms can Keystone be picked Blood up at Center the Tatamy Municipal<br />

building or call 610-759-6268 or 610-703-2107 or email jduel@rcn.com<br />

will hold a Blood Drive on Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 10th 9:00 am-2:00 pm<br />

1ST at the ANNUAL<br />

Blue Valley Farm Show Complex<br />

707 American Bangor Rd, Bangor, PA.<br />

Call CRAFT to register SHOW 484-425-1585, walk- ins will be<br />

Saturday,<br />

accepted<br />

<strong>September</strong><br />

the day<br />

9,<br />

of<br />

<strong>2017</strong><br />

the blood drive.<br />

8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<br />

Hosted by: UPPER MOUNT<br />

BETHEL TOWNSHIP PARK<br />

COMMITTEE<br />

UMBT Community Park located on Potomac Street, Mt. Bethel.<br />

CRAFTERS ONLY: 10x10 space $25.00, double space $40.00.<br />

For additional information please contact<br />

Sharon Cerny at 570-801-2411<br />

Has Addiction Affected You? <strong>The</strong>re is help there is<br />

hope! Everyone Knows Someone!<br />

Lights Of Hope<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 9th 5:00-7:30pm<br />

Wm. Pensyl Social Hall, 111 State St., Portl<strong>and</strong>, PA. 18351<br />

Ending in a common bond, as we honor, remember, support <strong>and</strong> encourage our<br />

addicted loved ones with a c<strong>and</strong>lelight vigil, church bells, song <strong>and</strong> prayer.<br />

Lights Of Hope is a nationwide event sponsored by <strong>The</strong> Addicts Mom <strong>and</strong><br />

hosted by members in their hometowns.<br />

Speakers • Drug Drop Off Box – legal <strong>and</strong> illegal <strong>and</strong> paraphernalia<br />

Northampton County Dept. of Drug <strong>and</strong> Alcohol Bethlehem Health Bureau<br />

Center For Humanistic Changes – Teen Hidden In Plain Sight Bedroom<br />

Find out about the Bangor Angel Program, Drug Court, Workplace Education, Vivitrol<br />

Rehab Facilities <strong>and</strong> many other resources<br />

Paint a Recovery Rock at the craft table<br />

Recovery Rocks<br />

Children can sign a drug free pledge, take a rock <strong>and</strong> coloring book<br />

Games for children<br />

Food served by Dickeys BBQ <strong>and</strong> Dinkys Ice Cream Parlor<br />

For more information or to participate contact Penny Conway 610-905-9821, pennyc@fivestarassoc.com<br />

An unmarked enclosed tent will be in the back of the lot for AA, NA <strong>and</strong> NarAnon members.<br />

Portl<strong>and</strong> Police will be accepting unused prescriptions legal <strong>and</strong> illegal,<br />

as well as drug paraphernalia, no questions asked.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Blue Valley Farmer's Market<br />

<strong>and</strong> Bangor Exchange Club<br />

along with Miller- Keystone Blood Center<br />

will hold a Blood Drive on<br />

Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 10th 9:00 am-2:00 pm<br />

at the Blue Valley Farm Show Complex<br />

707 American Bangor Rd, Bangor, PA.<br />

Call to register 484-425-1585, walk- ins will be<br />

accepted the day of the blood drive.<br />

West End Volunteer Fire Company Station 43 Gun Show<br />

West End Volunteer Fire Company Station 43 will hold a Gun Show on Sunday,<br />

<strong>September</strong> 10th, Doors open 9:00 am - 3:00 pm<br />

128 Route 715 Brodheadsville, PA.


4 UPCOMING EVENTS<br />

BLUE VALLEY FARM SHOW<br />

ALL All YOU You Can CAN Eat EAT Breakfast BREAKFAST<br />

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM<br />

HOMEMADE CREAMED CHIPPED BEEF, DESSERTS: CAKES, DONUTS,<br />

HOMEFRIES (WITH OR WITHOUT ONIONS) SHOE FLY PIE, PUDDINGS<br />

SCRAMBLED EGGS, KIELBASA, SCRAPPLE, ............<br />

FRENCH TOAST, PORK SAUSAGE, BACON ORANGE JUICE FOUNTAIN,<br />

PANCAKES, HAM, TURKEY SAUSAGE COFFEE, TEA, HOT CHOCOLATE<br />

ADULTS $9 • CHILDREN 6-12 $4.00 • UNDER 6 FREE<br />

707 AMERICAN BANGOR ROAD (RT 512 BETWEEN BANGOR & PEN ARGYL)<br />

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 610-588-2689<br />

Expressions<br />

Thru Glass<br />

www.expressionsthruglass.com<br />

2242 Ridge Road<br />

Johnsonville<br />

Only 15 minutes from NJ bridges!<br />

610-588-1490<br />

FALL HAS ARRIVED!<br />

STOP IN AND SEE WHAT’S NEW!<br />

* FALL WREATHS * LAMPS<br />

* FALL DECOR AND STAINED GLASS<br />

* FALL PLATE STAKES *FALL SCENTED CANDLES<br />

* PUMPKINS * NEW FURNITURE<br />

Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 am - 5 pm • Saturday 10 am 4 pm<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Heritage Center Monthly Presentation<br />

<strong>The</strong> Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on<br />

Thursday, <strong>September</strong> 14, <strong>2017</strong> at 7:00pm. Speaker for the evening will be<br />

James Gloria, Founder/Director of Totts Gap Arts Institute. He will be screening<br />

Lois Solver’s short film: “From the Earth: A tribute to Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Heritage <strong>and</strong><br />

Culture”. Produced by the center’s film program, the documentary gives an<br />

overview of the area’s defining industry, with interviews of both former <strong>and</strong><br />

current slate workers (“Slaters”). Historians Melissa Hough <strong>and</strong> Mike Piersa<br />

provide a knowledgeable historical perspective adding to the archival footage.<br />

<strong>The</strong> film was selected for screening at the Greater Lehigh Valley Film Festival<br />

<strong>and</strong> the Southside Film Festival in Bethlehem. <strong>The</strong> event is free <strong>and</strong> open to<br />

the public. <strong>The</strong> Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, Pa.<br />

For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Heritage Center Calendar of Events<br />

Thursday, October, 12th, 7PM - “Haunted Heritage Presentation”-featuring<br />

historic “Slate <strong>Belt</strong>” ghosts.<br />

Thursday, November, 9th, 7PM - “In Honor of Old Glory”-Flag Ceremony-<br />

Join Perry Morris <strong>and</strong> the Boy Scouts for a history of our nation’s flag <strong>and</strong> the<br />

respectful way to use <strong>and</strong> retire it.<br />

Sunday, December 10th, 2PM - “<strong>The</strong> Great Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Trivia Contest”-Master of<br />

Ceremonies, Marc Blau will host a trivia game for teams of four or make your own<br />

team or just show up <strong>and</strong> join in another team. Prizes for the winners.<br />

Forks Township Community Days<br />

Forks Township Community Days will be held on Friday, <strong>September</strong> 15th<br />

5:00pm–11:00pm; Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16th 11:00am–1:00pm <strong>and</strong><br />

Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 1<strong>7th</strong>11:00am–7:00pm. Forks Township Community<br />

Days is held at the Forks Township Community Park located at 500 Zucksville<br />

Road Easton, PA. <strong>The</strong> three-day event is filled with fun activities <strong>and</strong><br />

entertainment for the entire family. Forks Community Days is not affiliated<br />

with Forks Township. For more information visit forkscommunitydays.com/<br />

Pen Argyl Woman's Club<br />

<strong>The</strong> Pen Argyl Woman’s Club will hold a pastie dinner at Pen Argyl<br />

Park for their first meeting of the <strong>2017</strong>-2018 year on Monday, <strong>September</strong><br />

11th. 6:00 PM Pasties can be ordered by calling Vivian Dawe at 610-863-7371.<br />

Remember to bring your own place setting (plate, cup, <strong>and</strong> silverware).<br />

Dues for the new year are payable at the meeting. <strong>The</strong> Club will again<br />

be selling Bon Ton Community Days books, fresh holiday greens, Lynn’s<br />

C<strong>and</strong>y, <strong>and</strong> pasties. <strong>The</strong> Club is open to any woman 18 <strong>and</strong> older who<br />

wishes to join the largest woman’s organization in the U.S.A. If you are<br />

interested in joining the club is asked to contact Vivian Dawe, Anna Bet (610-<br />

863-6126), or Jane Ruggiero (610-863-6297).<br />

This year’s Marie Bilheimer Club Scholarship winner is Mason Hudnall,<br />

son of Charles <strong>and</strong> Jessica Hudnall. He attended Pen Argyl High School<br />

<strong>and</strong> plans to attend Moravian College where he will major in Political<br />

Science. <strong>The</strong> scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating student<br />

residing in the Pen Argyl School District.<br />

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church Pastie Sale<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16th; Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church (703 S.<br />

Delaware Dr., Mt. Bethel) will be holding a pastie sale. To place an order<br />

or for more information call Chrissy 610-588-0809.<br />

Washington Township Elementary School Reunion<br />

<strong>The</strong> Washington Elementary school (381 Washington Blvd., Bangor, PA)<br />

will be holding its third reunion on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16th 1:00 pm.<br />

Anyone who will be attending <strong>and</strong> has memorabilia is asked to bring it<br />

to the reunion for all to enjoy.<br />

Friends of the Bangor Public Library Bake Sale Fundraiser<br />

<strong>The</strong> Friends of the Bangor Public Library will hold a “Bake Sale<br />

Fundraiser” on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16th, 8:00am–12:00pm, at<br />

Capitol Ace Hardware, 437 Blue Valley Drive, Bangor, PA. All proceeds<br />

from the bake sale will benefit the Bangor Public Library. For additional<br />

information contact: Karen Brewer at 484-894-5661.<br />

Merchants Bank Walkers Bus Trip to San Genaro Festival<br />

<strong>The</strong> Merchants Bank Walkers are sponsoring a bus trip to New York on<br />

Saturday, Sept. 16th, to the San Genaro Festival, in New York. Little<br />

Italy will be the one <strong>and</strong> only drop off <strong>and</strong> pick up location. <strong>The</strong> San<br />

Genaro Festival will be taking place for anyone to enjoy but there are<br />

many other places of interest nearby in walking distance or by taxi. <strong>The</strong><br />

bus will leave from the 191 branch at 8:30am <strong>and</strong> leave NY at 4:30pm.<br />

All proceeds will be donated to <strong>The</strong> American Cancer Society thru Relay<br />

For Life/Slate <strong>Belt</strong>. For information contact Karen at 484-390-0743 or<br />

any branch of Merchants Bank.<br />

1st Annual Make a Difference Car & Motorcycle Show<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16th 9:00am–3:00pm with a rain date Sunday,<br />

<strong>September</strong> 1<strong>7th</strong> 12:00pm–5:00pm. Family fun day, food, crafts <strong>and</strong><br />

much more. Held at the Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church (500<br />

Church Rd., (Trachsville) Palmerton, PA). <strong>The</strong> event will benefit Valor<br />

House for Homeless Veterans <strong>and</strong> Shriners Hospital for Children. For<br />

more information or questions please call Mary 484-225-6651.<br />

Forks Township Historical Society Open House<br />

Forks Township Historical Society members will host an "Open House<br />

at the Log Cabin" on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16th, from Noon until<br />

5:00pm, during Forks Community Days. Come <strong>and</strong> see the 1766 home<br />

of the Frace family. <strong>The</strong> location is in the Forks Community Park. Enter<br />

off Zucksville Road, <strong>and</strong> park in the lot next to the Community Center.<br />

Free entry to all. Come <strong>and</strong> join us for a look at our past.<br />

Phone 610-253-1035


Our Lady of Victory Church Free Community Dinner<br />

Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 1<strong>7th</strong> 3:00pm–4:00pm; Our Lady of Victory<br />

Church (327 Cherry Lane Tannersville, PA 18372) will hold a free<br />

community dinner for those in need. Please call the church office<br />

570-629-4572 for reservations or questions.<br />

Zion United Lutheran Church Free Community Dinner<br />

Zion United Lutheran Church will host a FREE Community Dinner<br />

on Wednesday, <strong>September</strong> 20th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. RSVP<br />

appreciated but not necessary. Zion United Lutheran Church, 1919<br />

Route 209, Brodheadsville, PA 18322. 570-992-6988 Come <strong>and</strong> join us!<br />

District 10 Trappers <strong>2017</strong> Fall Trapping Convention<br />

<strong>September</strong> 22nd 12:00pm-6:00pm <strong>and</strong> 23rd 8:00am-6:00pm at the<br />

Northampton County 4-H Center (777 Bushkill Center Rd. Nazareth,<br />

PA 18064). Free Admission, Free Demos, Food on premises, Tailgaters<br />

welcome. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203.<br />

Hope UCC Church Spaghetti Dinner<br />

Hope United Church of Christ will hold a Spaghetti Dinner on<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 23rd, 4:00pm–7:00pm. Hope United Church of<br />

Christ, 2nd Street, Wind Gap, PA. FMI – email hopeucc@hotmail.com or<br />

call 908-727-0090<br />

Historical Bangor Business Association<br />

<strong>The</strong> Historical Bangor Business Association will host a Wine <strong>and</strong> Music<br />

Festival on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 23rd, 12:00 pm-6:00pm. Event will<br />

be held rain or shine <strong>and</strong> will take place on Broadway, in Bangor. If you<br />

are a Bangor Business owner <strong>and</strong> are interested in getting involved <strong>and</strong><br />

supporting small businesses <strong>and</strong> your community. Please contact Pies to<br />

Die For Cafe at 610-340-4756 or<br />

www.facebook.com/historicalbangorbusinessassociation<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Business Expo<br />

<strong>The</strong> Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Chamber of Commerce will host the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Business<br />

Expo on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 23rd, 12:00-3:00pm at the Elks<br />

Lodge120 Broadway, Bangor, PA. If you are interested in showcasing<br />

your business contact the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Chamber of Commerce today to<br />

reserve your space. Call 610-588-1000. Admission to the Slate <strong>Belt</strong><br />

Business Expo is free <strong>and</strong> open to the public.<br />

Pocono Family YMCA Celebrate Recovery!<br />

<strong>The</strong> Pocono Family YMCA, 809 Main St., Stroudsburg, PA, will hold<br />

a Celebrate Recovery Day on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 23rd 11:00am-<br />

2:00pm. Celebrate Recovery is a day to celebrate those who are in<br />

recovery <strong>and</strong> to strengthen the families <strong>and</strong> friends supporting family<br />

members <strong>and</strong> friends in recovery. For more information visit<br />

www.poconoymca.org/index.cfm?e=event&eventid=28857<br />

Chestnuthill Township Community Day<br />

Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 24th 12:00pm-5:00pm; Held at the Chestnuthill<br />

Township Park (221 Rt. 715 Brodheadsville, PA 18322). <strong>The</strong>re will be<br />

entertainment, demonstrations <strong>and</strong> free food all day.<br />

Community Christmas Cantata<br />

Grace United Methodist Church again this year will be hosting a Community<br />

Christmas Cantata. Everyone in the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> community is welcome to<br />

join. Rehearsals will begin on Thursday, <strong>September</strong> 28th from 7:00pm to<br />

8:00pm in the chapel at Grace UMC, 404 E. Mountain Avenue, Pen Argyl. <strong>The</strong><br />

Cantata will be held on Sunday, December 10th at 3:00 pm at the church. For<br />

more information or any questions call the church office at 610-863-4811.<br />

UPCOMING EVENTS<br />

A & S FARMS<br />

LARGE SELECTION OF<br />

HARDY MUMS<br />

3/ $ 10 60 OR 7/ $ 22 INCLUDES<br />

TAX<br />

BEST<br />

PRICES<br />

ORNAMENTAL CABBAGE & KALE 4/ $ 10 60<br />

INCLUDES TAX<br />

Growing for Over 40 years • Open 7 Days<br />

907 Benders Church Road | Pen Argyl, Pa | 610-863-5597<br />

Attention Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Residents<br />

SAVE THE DATE<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 23, <strong>2017</strong><br />

<strong>The</strong> Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Chamber of Commerce will present<br />

THE SLATE BELT BUSINESS EXPO<br />

At the Bangor Elks Lodge, 120 Broadway, Bangor<br />

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, <strong>2017</strong><br />

12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.<br />

Admission is Free <strong>and</strong> Open to the Public.<br />

Come visit with the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> merchants.<br />

Food Vendors, Job Services, Healthcare Services & Screenings,<br />

<strong>and</strong> many others will be presenting.<br />

* Prize Raffles *Entertainment * Refreshments<br />

For more information call the chamber office<br />

610-588-1000<br />

Zion United Lutheran Church Car Show<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 30th from 10:00am–2:30pm. Free spectator<br />

admission. Blessing of the cars, Bake sale, vendor fair <strong>and</strong> flea<br />

market <strong>and</strong> more! Zion United Lutheran Church, 1919 Route 209,<br />

Brodheadsville. 570-992-6988, www.zionulc.com for more information.<br />

2nd Annual Bath Firefighter’s Basket Social<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 30th 10:00am-7:00pm <strong>and</strong> Sunday, October<br />

1st 10:00am–3:00pm. Held at the Bath Social Hall (135 S. Walnut<br />

Street, Bath, PA). All proceeds benefit the Bath Fire Company Station<br />

#40. To make a donation please email ehrgottmichele@yahoo.com.<br />

40th Annual Festival of Marching B<strong>and</strong>s<br />

<strong>The</strong> 40th Annual Festival of Marching B<strong>and</strong>s will be held at Bangor<br />

Memorial Park, Bangor, PA on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 30th 4:00pm,<br />

Gates open at 3:00pm, Rain date Sunday, October 1st. Come<br />

experience approximately seven Marching B<strong>and</strong>s<br />

www.bahsb<strong>and</strong>s.weebly.com<br />

Autumn Timber Festival<br />

October <strong>7th</strong> & 8th 11:00am–5:00pm; held at Shawnee Mountain Ski<br />

Area. Autumn events including lumberjack competitions, blacksmith<br />

demos, chainsaw sculptures <strong>and</strong> so much more. For more information<br />

visit www.shawneemt.com/s_autumntimberfestival.html<br />

Guardians of the Ribbon – Slate <strong>Belt</strong> PA Chapter Coach Bingo<br />

Sunday, October 1st, Doors open 12:00 pm; Bingo 1:00pm<br />

Guardians of the Ribbon – Slate <strong>Belt</strong> PA Chapter will be holding a Coach<br />

Bag Bingo at Charter’s Banquet Facility (6480 Sullivan Trial Wind Gap, PA).<br />

https://www.facebook.com/pg/Slate<strong>Belt</strong>PA/events/?ref=page_internal<br />

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6 UPCOMING EVENTS<br />

A Country Home<br />

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FALL ARRIVALS<br />

Pumpkin Decor, Scare Crows,<br />

Wreaths <strong>and</strong> Flower Picks,<br />

C<strong>and</strong>les, New Furniture Pieces.<br />

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610-759-4744<br />

Directions: Turn at the Widow’s Tavern & Grill,<br />

Go 1 block & turn right<br />

HOURS: THURSDAY-SATURDAY 10:00am-6:00pm,<br />

SUNDAY 12:00-5:00pm<br />

SBCC Business Person of the Year <strong>and</strong> Volunteer of the<br />

Year Nominations<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Chamber of Commerce will be accepting nominations for <strong>2017</strong><br />

Business person of the year <strong>and</strong> Volunteer of the year. Have you ever had<br />

someone go out of their way for you? Is there an area business or volunteer<br />

that gives you exceptional service all the time? Now is the time to give<br />

the credit they deserve, nominate them. Entry deadline is October 15th;<br />

questions call 610-588-1000. You may drop off your nomination(s) at the<br />

chamber office 187 Blue Valley Drive, Bangor.<br />

Bangor Public Library Fundraiser<br />

<strong>The</strong> Bangor Public Library Board is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's<br />

"Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. <strong>The</strong> sale will be held on<br />

Tuesday, October 17, <strong>2017</strong>, 9:00am-11:00pm. Stop by the library to<br />

purchase your shopping pass. <strong>The</strong> Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S<br />

Main St, Bangor, PA.<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Rotary Oktoberfest Car Show & Pig Roast<br />

the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Rotary Club will host an Oktoberfest Car Show <strong>and</strong> Pig<br />

Roast on Sunday, October 15th 10:00am-4:00pm at Wind Gap Boro<br />

Park. 58 4th Street, Wind Gap. PA. For Registration <strong>and</strong> information<br />

contact Ed at 610-657-6196<br />

Proceeds to benefit: Operation Warm Coats for Kids<br />

Bangor Elks Lodge Halloween Parade<br />

<strong>The</strong> Bangor Elks Halloween Parade will be held on Thursday,<br />

October 19th, <strong>2017</strong> at 7:00pm. This year’s theme is “Let’s Go To<br />

<strong>The</strong> Movies”….Your favorite movie character. Parade participants<br />

may register at Brays Newsst<strong>and</strong>, 36 Broadway, Bangor, Heard’s Meat<br />

Market, 501 S. Main Street, Bangor or the Bangor Public Library. <strong>The</strong><br />

sign-up deadline is Saturday, October 14th at 3:00pm. Late sign-ups<br />

will be held at the Bee Hive Community Center on Thursday, October<br />

19th at 5:00pm. All participants will meet <strong>and</strong> line up at the Bee Hive<br />

Community Center <strong>and</strong> Merchants Bank, 191 Branch. Group <strong>and</strong> float<br />

participants will be notified a few days before the parade with their lineup<br />

information. C<strong>and</strong>y may be h<strong>and</strong>ed out to the children by walking<br />

along side your float or group. Please do not throw c<strong>and</strong>y from your<br />

float or car! Prizes will be awarded after the parade at the Elks Lodge<br />

on Broadway, Hot dogs <strong>and</strong> drinks will be served. For more information,<br />

please contact Keith Heard, Parade Marshall at 610-588-1195 or<br />

610-588-3183..<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> – Nazareth Good Scout Breakfast<br />

Friday, October 20th the Boys Scouts of America Minsi Trails Council<br />

will honor Amelio <strong>and</strong> Amelia Scott <strong>and</strong> Family at a breakfast at 7:30am.<br />

<strong>The</strong> breakfast will be held at <strong>The</strong> Washington Banquet Facility (920<br />

Washington Blvd., Bangor). For additional information <strong>and</strong> sponsorship<br />

opportunities please contact Brian Dungan at 610-465-8564 or Brian.<br />

Dungan@Scouting.org<br />

EAHS Class of 1969 Golf Tournament<br />

<strong>The</strong> Easton High School Class of 69' will hold a Golf Tournament at<br />

Whitetail Golf Course on October 21st. For more information please<br />

contact Marianne 610-863-7158 or duff@ptd.net<br />

Octoberfest at Bangor Park<br />

Octoberfest at Bangor Park this year will be on Saturday, October 21st<br />

<strong>and</strong> Sunday, October 22nd. <strong>The</strong> park board is currently accepting<br />

applications for food <strong>and</strong> craft vendors only.<br />

Volunteers are needed to help in all aspects of the event from collecting<br />

tickets at booths, running booths,<strong>and</strong> helping to set up <strong>and</strong> clean up the<br />

pumpkin displays.<br />

For more information the preferred method of contact is by email to<br />

Debbie at bangorparkboard@gmail.com or you can call or text her at<br />

610-751-7692.<br />

Truck or Treat Festival<br />

Saturday, October 28th; 12:00pm – 4:00pm held at the Nazareth<br />

Borough Park. Bring the kids in costume <strong>and</strong> they can “truck or treat”<br />

with the food trucks. Music, Nazareth farm market vendors <strong>and</strong> kids<br />

activities. Free community event.<br />

Easton Football Bingo<br />

Sunday, November 5th; Bingo fundraiser will be held for Easton<br />

football. Event will be held in the Easton High School cafeteria (2601<br />

William Penn Hwy, Easton, PA). Doors open at 10:30 am, Bingo at<br />

12:00pm. For more information or to purchase tickets contact Tara<br />

908-763-3914 or t.heckel@yahoo.com.<br />

Gr<strong>and</strong> Central L<strong>and</strong>fill Chili Cookoff Fundraiser<br />

Gr<strong>and</strong> Central Chili Cookoff Fundraiser hosted by Gr<strong>and</strong> Central L<strong>and</strong>fill<br />

<strong>and</strong> Hauling/Waste Management of the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> will be held Saturday,<br />

November 11th at 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Come support local non-profits as<br />

they vie for two jackpots! $5 gets you chili samples <strong>and</strong> the opportunity to<br />

be a People's Choice Judge! <strong>The</strong>re will be activities for the whole family!


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<strong>September</strong> 18 <strong>September</strong> 18 <strong>September</strong> 19<br />

Monday & Wednesday Monday & Thursday Tuesday & Thursday<br />

6:00-8:30 PM 6:00-8:30 PM<br />

6:00-8:30 PM<br />

DeFranco Elementary<br />

Nazareth Sr. High<br />

Pen Argyl Sr. High<br />

School Library<br />

School Library<br />

School Library<br />

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501 E. Center Street<br />

Richmond Road 501 W. Laurel Avenue<br />

THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASS IS ORIENTATION - STUDENTS MUST ATTEND BOTH<br />

DAYS. If a student cannot attend both days in <strong>September</strong>, they must wait until the<br />

next class session to begin on October 16 <strong>and</strong> 17. Adults who attend class, complete<br />

requirements <strong>and</strong> pass the GED will receive an equivalency High School Diploma.<br />

COMPUTER TRAINING IS INCLUDED IN ALL CLASSES.<br />

Provided by by the the Bangor, Bangor, Pen Argyl, Pen Argyl, <strong>and</strong> Nazareth <strong>and</strong> Nazareth School<br />

Districts School & Districts NCC Center & NCC for College Center <strong>and</strong> for Career Adult Readiness Literacy<br />

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<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

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Relay for Life NYC Bus Trip Fundraiser<br />

NYC Bus Trip Saturday, November 11th, <strong>2017</strong>. Fundraiser for Footprints<br />

in the S<strong>and</strong> Relay for Life team. You may just take the bus or bus<br />

<strong>and</strong> show tickets available. Show: Miss Saigon. Depart Five Points<br />

Elementary 9:00am, Depart NYC 7:30pm. Seats go fast so call ASAP for<br />

more info. Lynn Altemose 484-375-5162 or Donna Kelton 610-417-5550<br />

Ross Township Community <strong>and</strong><br />

Bicentennial Celebration<br />

<strong>The</strong> Ross Township Community <strong>and</strong> Bicentennial Celebration is<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16 from 11am - 4pm at the VanBuskirk-Haney<br />

(Ross Twp. Park), Anchorage Rd-Saylorsburg. <strong>The</strong> township wants to<br />

promote community involvement <strong>and</strong> invites you to come out <strong>and</strong> meet<br />

your neighbors. It's a great way to find out about different organizations<br />

<strong>and</strong> become involved in your community.<br />

This year promises to be better than ever with the newly formed<br />

Historical Society celebrating the bicentennial of the township. Old<br />

time tradesman, historical artifacts, township history <strong>and</strong> 19th century<br />

games will be showcased.<br />

New this year will be a Basket Raffle Extravaganza benefitting the<br />

Ross Historical Group <strong>and</strong> the West End Regional Park. Demonstrations,<br />

entertainment, food <strong>and</strong> drink will be part of the festivities. For<br />

additional information please call Bernie Kozen (570)992-9733 or<br />

bkozen@weposc.org.<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Heritage Center<br />

Bus Trip to National Civil War Museum<br />

Join the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Heritage Center for their bus trip to the National<br />

Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA, on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16,<br />

<strong>2017</strong>. <strong>The</strong> bus will leave at 8:00 am from Weis Market, Route 512<br />

in Bangor, <strong>and</strong> will return at 5:00 pm. Tickets includes bus ticket <strong>and</strong><br />

admission ticket into the museum. This is the only museum that tells<br />

the entire Civil War story. Local Civil War expert <strong>and</strong> the National Civil<br />

War Museum educator Dane DiFebo will host a special presentation for<br />

the tour. See exhibits, visit with re-enactors on the museum grounds,<br />

attend Hari Jones program on the United State Colored Troops in the<br />

South from 1865-1870 <strong>and</strong> much more. Reservations are required <strong>and</strong><br />

a light lunch will be provided. Tickets are available at Bray’s News, 36<br />

Broadway <strong>and</strong> Heard’s Market, 501 South Main Street, both in Bangor,<br />

PA. For additional information contact: Cathy Heard at 610-588-0735<br />

FAMILIES FIRST 15th ANNUAL 5-K RACE &<br />

1 MILE FUN WALK<br />

Families First is celebrating its 15th Anniversary serving residents in<br />

the Pen Argyl Area School District. Come join us for our 15th Annual<br />

5-K Race & 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 30, <strong>2017</strong>, rain or<br />

shine. Registration for the race/walk will begin at the Wind Gap Borough<br />

Park at 7:45 a.m. with the race starting at 9:00 a.m.<br />

This event is for the entire family, which will include a bake sale <strong>and</strong><br />

information provided by Community Organizations <strong>and</strong> raffle drawing.<br />

All proceeds will go to the support the Adopt-A-Family Holiday programs<br />

<strong>and</strong> activities provided by Families First. “PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE” in<br />

the Pen Argyl Area School District. Pre-registration is open until 2:00 pm<br />

on Friday, <strong>September</strong> 29th .<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a special discount registration for students <strong>The</strong> Largest Youth<br />

Group/Team/Organization pre-registered for the 5-K Race or Walk will<br />

receive a Pizza Party.<br />

Awards will be presented to the overall top Male <strong>and</strong> Female, top<br />

Masters Male <strong>and</strong> Female, <strong>and</strong> top 3 finishers in each of the eight age<br />

categories. Entry includes a quality T-shirt for the first 100 registered,<br />

bagels, water, door prizes, <strong>and</strong> the opportunity to support a worthwhile<br />

cause. <strong>The</strong> one-mile fun walk is non-competitive.<br />

To register, contact Race Chairperson Phil Giaquinto at 610-746-4436<br />

or via email to giaquinto.phil@penargylsd.org.<br />

For more information about Families First checkout their website<br />

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When 21-year-old Nick Russo, an employee at Reagle Dodge in Pen<br />

Argyl, PA., decided to start collecting much needed supplies for the<br />

Hurricane Harvey<br />

victims in Texas<br />

he had no idea<br />

what was about<br />

to transpire. He<br />

couldn’t even have<br />

begun to imagine<br />

how quickly<br />

the Slate <strong>Belt</strong><br />

community would<br />

Pictured the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Loves Texas crew <strong>and</strong> Northeast<br />

Search <strong>and</strong> Rescue when they arrived in Cypress Texas.<br />

Photo courtesy of Danielle Klaver<br />

come together in a<br />

time of desperate<br />

need for the people<br />

in Texas. Nick, is<br />

also a member of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, although his<br />

unit was not deployed to Texas he knew he still wanted to help in some<br />

capacity. Nick, along with his father Joseph Russo, were determined<br />

to help in whatever way they could after Nick spoke with his friend<br />

James Discon, a former resident of Stroudsburg, PA., who now resides<br />

in Cypress, Texas. He described to Nick in a phone conversation first<br />

h<strong>and</strong> the sheer devastation the people in Texas were left facing after<br />

Hurricane Harvey.<br />

Nick told his boss Justin Ott, General Manager, at Reagle Dodge,<br />

his plan <strong>and</strong> Justin was immediately on board to help in any way he<br />

could. Reagle Dodge, is also a leasing agent for Penske Trucks. Penske<br />

generously donated a 26-foot box truck to be used for the effort. Justin,<br />

also used his own Dodge pick-up truck to help transport the supplies.<br />

Justin, was having dinner at friends Jake <strong>and</strong> Danielle Klaver's home,<br />

owners of Klaver’s Automotive & Towing, in Bangor, PA, <strong>and</strong> mentioned<br />

Nick’s plan. <strong>The</strong>y too immediately enlisted to help in any way possible.<br />

Klaver’s Auto was also used as a drop-off site for donations. Together<br />

they all began posting on Facebook to let people know that Reagle<br />

Dodge <strong>and</strong> Klaver’s Auto would be designated drop off-sites for<br />

donations for the hurricane victims in Texas. People began to share the<br />

posts about the donations. What happened next was far beyond any of<br />

their expectations. OPERATION: SLATE BELT LYVES TEXAS had begun.<br />

Businesses <strong>and</strong> residents of the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> made donations of clothing,<br />

baby items, water, pet food <strong>and</strong> cleaning supplies, toiletries, gas cans,<br />

non-perishable food items <strong>and</strong> monetary donations. <strong>The</strong> donations<br />

literally poured into Reagle Dodge non-stop until Friday. <strong>The</strong> 26-foot<br />

box truck was filled to capacity by Wednesday night. A friend of Otts,<br />

<strong>and</strong> the Klavers, Bob Abbott, posted on a site used by truckers, that his<br />

friends were in need of a trailer. John Gino, replied <strong>and</strong> he offered to<br />

graciously donate his tractor trailer <strong>and</strong> his time to drive to Texas to help<br />

OPERATION: SLATE BELT LYVES TEXAS<br />

By C<strong>and</strong>y Martin, Photos by Nick Pulsinelli<br />

deliver the supplies. This amazing,<br />

kind soul, a complete stranger at<br />

the time, was in Illinois heading to<br />

Rochester, New York, when he read<br />

<strong>and</strong> replied to the post on Thursday.<br />

He delivered his load to New York<br />

that night <strong>and</strong> headed straight to<br />

Reagle Dodge, where he loaded up<br />

his trailer <strong>and</strong> was ready to roll.<br />

Initially, the plan was to leave for<br />

Texas on Friday morning, <strong>September</strong><br />

1st. With the overwhelming,<br />

outpouring of love from the<br />

Pictured L-R Nick Russo, Justin Ott,<br />

Dawn Abbott, Danielle Klaver, Jake<br />

Klaver, <strong>and</strong> Bob Abbott with some of the<br />

donations<br />

community the donations continued to come <strong>and</strong> the departure time<br />

did not happen until Friday evening. <strong>The</strong> staff of Reagle Dodge, their<br />

families, <strong>and</strong> friends, all worked tirelessly sorting, <strong>and</strong> packing the<br />

trucks. On Friday evening, Nick Russo, his dad Joseph Russo, John Gino,<br />

Justin Ott, Jake <strong>and</strong> Danielle Klaver, <strong>and</strong> members of Northeast Search<br />

<strong>and</strong> Rescue, loaded up with the supplies <strong>and</strong> OPERATION: SLATE BELT<br />

LYVES TEXAS, was en route to their destination in Cypress, Texas,<br />

approximately 1,700 miles away, a 23 hour drive.<br />

After driving on little sleep, the OPERATION: SLATE BELT LYVES TEXAS<br />

crew arrived safely at their destination on Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 3rd,<br />

at approximately 6:03 p.m. in Cypress, Texas to an overwhelming,<br />

welcome, that included a banner! <strong>The</strong>y delivered the supplies to<br />

Second Baptist Church in Cypress Texas, which was transformed into a<br />

distribution center. <strong>The</strong>y also took some of the donations <strong>and</strong> personally<br />

delivered them to hard hit Beaumont, Texas.<br />

On Tuesday, <strong>September</strong> 5th, the crew began the return trip back home<br />

to the Slate <strong>Belt</strong>, but not before heading back to Second Baptist Church<br />

to make a few more deliveries to areas in need. What these individuals<br />

have done, <strong>and</strong> what they have seen, will not be forgotten anytime soon,<br />

by them, or by the residents of the Slate <strong>Belt</strong>. Thank you, does not even<br />

begin to express how grateful we all are for the personal sacrifices they<br />

made. <strong>The</strong>y have made our entire community very proud! We watched<br />

your live videos, waiting in anticipation for the next update; you made<br />

those of us in the community feel as though we were right there with<br />

you. Whether your donation was one of supplies or monetary, no matter<br />

how big or small, you helped make a difference. This community played<br />

a huge part in the success of OPERATION: SLATE BELT LYVES TEXAS.<br />

We sometimes forget how many good, kind, <strong>and</strong> loving people there<br />

truly are in this world. We saw that in a matter of days, a community<br />

can come together <strong>and</strong> that love <strong>and</strong> kindness still exist. Do not allow a<br />

tragedy or a natural disaster to be the only reason we come together. We<br />

should live this daily. God Bless Texas <strong>and</strong> God Bless the Slate <strong>Belt</strong>!


<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

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Gr<strong>and</strong> Central L<strong>and</strong>fill Awards Think<br />

Green Grant to Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Regional<br />

Police Department<br />

Aug. 23, <strong>2017</strong>- Gr<strong>and</strong> Central L<strong>and</strong>fill has given a $1,000 Think Green Grant<br />

to the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Regional Police Department to assist with the purchase of an<br />

all-terrain vehicle that will be used to patrol local hiking trails.<br />

L<strong>and</strong>fill Manager Ron Myer delivered the Waste Management grant to the<br />

department that protects Plainfield Twp. <strong>and</strong> Pen Argyl <strong>and</strong> Wind Gap boroughs.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Waste Management Think Green® Grants are part of the environmental<br />

services company’s commitment to encouraging the development <strong>and</strong><br />

sustainability of groups, projects <strong>and</strong> events that improve a community’s<br />

environment. <strong>The</strong> merit-based grant program supports work that address local<br />

community needs.<br />

Plainfield Township is home to a highly traveled 6.7-mile trail which traverses<br />

the Bushkill Creek from Plainfield Township to Pen Argyl.<br />

“<strong>The</strong> purchase of this utility vehicle will greatly enhance our officers’ ability to<br />

quickly respond along the trails, parks <strong>and</strong> vast open space as well as provide<br />

mobility to officers while providing emergency services at our numerous<br />

community events,” Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Regional Police Chief David Mettin said. “<strong>The</strong><br />

addition of this utility vehicle will ensure safety for all who enjoy the trail<br />

system in Plainfield Township <strong>and</strong> surrounding boroughs.”<br />

“Gr<strong>and</strong> Central L<strong>and</strong>fill is pleased to help make the community’s use of the<br />

local trail system more safe,” said Adrienne<br />

Fors, community relations manager for<br />

Gr<strong>and</strong> Central L<strong>and</strong>fill.<br />

If you or your business are interested<br />

in supporting the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Police<br />

Department’s purchase of a trail patrol<br />

vehicle, please contact Chief Mettin at<br />

610-759-8517.<br />

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Monroe County Historical Association Free Program<br />

<strong>The</strong> Monroe County Historical Association is pleased<br />

to announce a free program on the history of the<br />

Pocono resort industry. Retired East Stroudsburg<br />

University professor, Dr. Lawrence Squeri, will give his<br />

presentation, “Pocono Resorts: <strong>The</strong> Nineteenth Century<br />

to Today” as part of the Third Thursday Lecture Series.<br />

<strong>The</strong> program will be Thursday, <strong>September</strong> 21, <strong>2017</strong>,<br />

at 7:00 p.m. at the Stroud Mansion, 900 Main Street,<br />

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When Antoine Dutot opened the Kittatinny Hotel in 1829, the first<br />

tourist hotel in the<br />

Poconos, little did he know<br />

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in what would become<br />

one of the largest <strong>and</strong><br />

most diverse tourist <strong>and</strong><br />

recreation areas on the<br />

East Coast. In his book,<br />

Better in the Poconos,<br />

Dr. Squeri re-creates the<br />

Pocono vacation scenes<br />

<strong>and</strong> the people who<br />

brought it to life, not only the innkeepers, souvenir sellers, laborers, <strong>and</strong><br />

service workers, but also the community leaders <strong>and</strong> visionaries who<br />

promoted <strong>and</strong> guided the vacation economy.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Third Thursday Lecture Series is free, but reservations are<br />

required due to limited space. Light refreshments will be served. <strong>The</strong><br />

presentation will be held on the 2nd floor of the Stroud Mansion, which<br />

is not h<strong>and</strong>icap-accessible. For additional information or to make a<br />

reservation, please contact the Monroe County Historical Association<br />

office at (570) 421-7703 or email at info@monroehistorical.org.<br />

We Will Never Forget <strong>September</strong> 11th, 2001<br />

National Day of Service <strong>and</strong> Remembrance<br />

NCC to Hold People’s Law School<br />

Learn about the court system <strong>and</strong> different types of law at a People’s<br />

Law School, presented by the Northampton County Bar Association<br />

to the Public Committee in conjunction with Northampton Community<br />

College (NCC), on Thursday evenings from 6:00 8:00pm, <strong>September</strong><br />

14th–November 2nd, in Room 101, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem Campus<br />

of Northampton Community College, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem<br />

Township.<br />

Topics will include:<br />

Sept. 14: Introduction to the Court System<br />

Sept. 21: Family Law<br />

Sept. 28: Wills & Estates<br />

Oct. 5: Intro to Federal Law <strong>and</strong> Military Law<br />

Oct. 12: Real Estate<br />

Oct. 19: Criminal Law<br />

Oct. 26: First Amendment<br />

Nov. 2: Civil Law<br />

All classes are taught by attorneys <strong>and</strong> professionals in law-related<br />

fields.<br />

Course code: LAW100.(6)<br />

For fees <strong>and</strong> to register go to www.northampton.edu/lifelearn. For<br />

online registration assistance, call 1-877-543-0998 while at your<br />

computer. For questions, email calinfo@northampton.edu or call<br />

610-861-4175.<br />

5th Annual Masonic Motorama presented by<br />

Portl<strong>and</strong> Lodge No. 311 F & AM Masonic Motorama<br />

<strong>The</strong> Portl<strong>and</strong> Lodge No.311 MASONIC Motorama will be held on<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 30th, <strong>2017</strong> 9:00am-3:00pm at the Plainfield<br />

Farmers Fair, 1281 Bangor Rd. ( RT 191) Nazareth PA.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re will also be a Blood Drive, Miller-Keystone Memorial Blood<br />

Center. Donors are needed! For more information contact<br />

Shilo Thomas 610-392-2613. All donors will be entered to win a<br />

Monster Truck ride for 6 people sponsored by KSR Motorsports.<br />

Going Out of Town - Let the SBRPD Know<br />

Going out of town/vacation? Let the Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Regional Police Department<br />

know that your house will be vacant <strong>and</strong> they will do frequent drive-bys to<br />

ensure that your home is watched. Visit slatebeltpd.psatstwp.org <strong>and</strong> go to<br />

contact us tab to fill out a vacation / residence check request. Officers will<br />

swing by your residence to make sure your home is safe.


<strong>The</strong> Moorestown Garden Club held its<br />

64th Annual Show entitled "At the Movies"<br />

<strong>The</strong> Moorestown Garden Club held its 64th Annual Show entitled "At<br />

the Movies" on August 5th <strong>and</strong> 6th at the Salem UCC Fellowship Drive in<br />

Bath. Creative <strong>and</strong> beautiful floral arrangements reflecting popular movies<br />

through the decades were entered in competition as were floral, fruit,<br />

<strong>and</strong> vegetable specimens <strong>and</strong> a wide variety of houseplants. Winners in<br />

the seven categories were as follows: Arrangements: Best of Show-Carol<br />

Bear Heckman, Sweepstakes-Carol Bear Heckman, Runner Up-Linda<br />

Kortz; Houseplants: Best of Show-Lori Hawk, Sweepstakes-Linda Shivek,<br />

Runner Up-Linda Kortz; Fruits <strong>and</strong> Vegetables: Best of Show-William Wolf,<br />

Sweepstakes-Sarah Cloutier, Runner Up-Tammy Vidal; Horticulture: Best<br />

of Show-Linda Kortz, Sweepstakes-S<strong>and</strong>y Larena, Runner Up-Linda Kortz;<br />

<strong>2017</strong> Club Project: Best of Show-Linda Bray. In the invitational class,<br />

Bethlehem Garden Club, Indianl<strong>and</strong> Garden Club, <strong>and</strong> Coplay Garden Club<br />

entered lovely arrangements inspired by a favorite Disney movie. Coplay<br />

Garden Club won the popular vote with their interpretation of "Frozen"<br />

taking home a beautiful crystal vase as the prize for their efforts.<br />

<strong>The</strong> club was formed in 1953 through Penn State. It is truly a gardening<br />

club, emphasizing growing skills. With rare exceptions, all flowers used in<br />

arrangements must be grown, not purchased, by the members. <strong>The</strong> group<br />

meets at 7:00 pm on the 1st Tuesday of each month in the Salem UCC<br />

Fellowship Hall, 2218 Community Drive, Bath PA. <strong>September</strong>'s meeting<br />

will be held on the 5th, featuring a "Make It Grow" presentation from J.R.<br />

Peters Fertilizer. New members, whatever their level of experience are<br />

always welcome. This is a great way to learn gardening basics or to share<br />

tried <strong>and</strong> true gardening techniques.<br />

For more information, please check the club's website:<br />

www.facebook.com/moorestowngardenclubpa.<br />

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12 COMMUNITY NEWS<br />

Wedding Announcement<br />

WELSCH-SANDT<br />

Shannon Welsh <strong>and</strong><br />

Jason S<strong>and</strong>t were<br />

married on June 3rd,<br />

<strong>2017</strong>. <strong>The</strong> outdoor<br />

ceremony was held at<br />

Memorytown, Mount<br />

Pocono, Pennsylvania,<br />

with Rev. Stephanie Anne<br />

Thompson officiating the<br />

ceremony.<br />

Shannon is the<br />

daughter of Michael <strong>and</strong> Virginia Welsh <strong>and</strong> Lynn<br />

Welsh. Jason is the son of Ronald <strong>and</strong> Marsha<br />

S<strong>and</strong>t, gr<strong>and</strong>son of Sherwin <strong>and</strong> Jane Williams<br />

<strong>and</strong> George <strong>and</strong> the late Elaine S<strong>and</strong>t.<br />

<strong>The</strong> bride was attended by Lauryn Reifinger<br />

<strong>and</strong> Alex Wiehl. <strong>The</strong> best man was the groom’s<br />

brother, Chad S<strong>and</strong>t. Brock Scott <strong>and</strong> the<br />

groom’s father served as groomsmen.<br />

<strong>The</strong> couple honeymooned in Florida <strong>and</strong><br />

currently resides in Saylorsburg, PA.<br />

Birth Announcements<br />

LEVI GARIAM MILLER<br />

Tyler <strong>and</strong> Carrie Miller of Upper Mount Bethel<br />

are proud to announce the birth of their<br />

h<strong>and</strong>some baby boy Levi Gariam Miller. Levi<br />

was born Wednesday, June 28, <strong>2017</strong>, at St.<br />

Luke's Hospital Fountain Hill.<br />

Levi weighed 6 lbs. 5 oz. <strong>and</strong> was 19 1/2<br />

inches long. Siblings are Jesse Rocco Jr. <strong>and</strong><br />

Joey Rocco along with his four legged brother<br />

B<strong>and</strong>it.<br />

Gr<strong>and</strong>parents are Marie Fox, William Fox, <strong>and</strong><br />

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Birth Announcements<br />

SAVANNAH FLORA WHITE<br />

Crystal Flora Demler (formerly of Bangor, PA)<br />

<strong>and</strong> Dustin Rodan White, of Klamath Falls, Oregon,<br />

announce the birth of their beautiful daughter<br />

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10:35 am at th eWomen's/ Birthing Center.<br />

Savannah weighed 6 lbs 5 ounces, <strong>and</strong> was<br />

19 1/4 inches long. Gr<strong>and</strong>parents are Steven<br />

Lee Demler of Pickens S. Carolina, Daniele Flora<br />

Demler of Gainesville, Florida <strong>and</strong> Tamara Lee<br />

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<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

13<br />

CHIA SEEDS<br />

By Jackie Talero-Rueda,<br />

<strong>The</strong> Crunchy Mom<br />

Chia means “strength” in the Mayan language<br />

<strong>and</strong> runners <strong>and</strong> warriors would use them as fuel<br />

while running long distances or during battle. Chia<br />

seeds have made a comeback <strong>and</strong> very popular amongst the health<br />

community. Chia seeds are a nutrient dense superfood. <strong>The</strong>y are rich<br />

in fiber, proteins, omega-3 fats, beneficial antioxidants, vitamins <strong>and</strong><br />

minerals. Minerals such as phosphorous, manganese, calcium, sodium<br />

<strong>and</strong> potassium. To provide a comparison, 3 tablespoons of chia has, 15x<br />

more magnesium than broccoli, 6x more calcium than whole milk, 30%<br />

more antioxidants than blueberries, 2x more potassium than bananas.<br />

Three tablespoons also contains 9 grams of protein (more than 1 egg)<br />

<strong>and</strong> 15 grams of dietary fiber. Now that you know what a nutritional<br />

punch these seeds have it’s time to learn what health benefits they<br />

have.<br />

• Digestion: Chia seeds are high in dietary fiber <strong>and</strong> help promote<br />

bowel regularity. <strong>The</strong> rich fiber content helps people feel more full<br />

quicker because it absorbs a considerable amount of water <strong>and</strong><br />

immediately exp<strong>and</strong>s in the stomach when eaten.<br />

• Energy <strong>and</strong> Weight management: Clinical studies have proven that<br />

chia curbs hunger <strong>and</strong> suppresses appetite, which can also lead to<br />

weight loss. Chia seeds promote energy, increase metabolism <strong>and</strong> help<br />

shrink visceral (belly) fat. Since they are also rich in protein this makes<br />

them an excellent food for athletes. Instead of going for a sugary sports<br />

drink take some chia seeds in water instead! Always drink a lot of water<br />

when consuming raw chia seeds.<br />

• Diabetes <strong>and</strong> heart: Studies from University of Litoral in Argentina<br />

found that chia seeds helped stop <strong>and</strong> reverse diabetes. Chia seeds<br />

also regulate cholesterol <strong>and</strong> lower blood pressure making it important<br />

to consume for heart health.<br />

• Skin <strong>and</strong> teeth: Chia seeds pack so many nutrients like calcium,<br />

zinc, phosphorous <strong>and</strong> Vitamin A. <strong>The</strong>se nutrients are essential for<br />

strong <strong>and</strong> healthy teeth. <strong>The</strong> antioxidants in chia seeds repair skin <strong>and</strong><br />

help prevent future damage.<br />

Eating too much chia seeds can cause stomach discomfort so always<br />

start slow <strong>and</strong> consume a lot of water. You can eat chia dry or soaked.<br />

When you soak them they turn into a gelatin like pearl. <strong>The</strong>y make a<br />

great addition to oatmeal, cereal, baked goods, or smoothies. Many<br />

chia drinks are now being sold on the market. <strong>The</strong>y are quite pricey but<br />

you can easily make your own!<br />

Chia Seed Drink<br />

1 cup of the juice of your choice (I like pomegranate)<br />

1 cup water<br />

3 TB chia seeds<br />

Warm the water, put in a cup <strong>and</strong> add 3 TB of chia seeds. Stir well until<br />

the chia seeds are evenly dispersed <strong>and</strong> start to swell. Cover <strong>and</strong> put<br />

cup in the refrigerator. Let sit overnight.<br />

<strong>The</strong> next day, get your cup out of the fridge. Your chia seeds should be<br />

blown up in size <strong>and</strong> gelatinous. Your “water” should now be a thick gel.<br />

Mix 1 cup of your chia seed gel with 1 cup of<br />

the juice of your choice <strong>and</strong> mix well. This recipe<br />

serves 2.<br />

Enjoy!<br />

Jackie<br />

* <strong>The</strong>se statements have not been evaluated by the Food <strong>and</strong> Drug<br />

Administration. This product or food is not intended to diagnose,<br />

treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing,<br />

taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your<br />

physician before using this product or food.<br />

Questions? Email Jackie at jcrunchymom@gmail.com<br />

Now on Facebook www.facebook.com/jcrunchymom<br />

Senator Scavello to Host Get Outdoors PA Festival<br />

Stroudsburg, PA – State Senator Mario Scavello will host his second<br />

annual Get Outdoors PA Festival on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 30th<br />

from 1:00pm–4:00pm. at Brodhead Creek Park (North Fifth Street,<br />

Stroudsburg) in partnership with Stroud Region Open Space <strong>and</strong><br />

Recreation Commission. This family-friendly event will be held rain or<br />

shine for all ages.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Get Outdoors PA Festival is a free event <strong>and</strong> will highlight the many<br />

outdoor experiences available throughout the region. Exhibitors will<br />

provide h<strong>and</strong>s-on activities <strong>and</strong> experiences including the opportunity to<br />

meet Smokey the Bear <strong>and</strong> Woodsy the Owl. Children <strong>and</strong> parents can<br />

also practice their archery <strong>and</strong> fishing skills, take a guided nature walk,<br />

participate in a live animal presentation, learn about stream wildlife <strong>and</strong><br />

much more.<br />

“As state senator <strong>and</strong> member of the Senate Game <strong>and</strong> Fisheries<br />

Committee, I am very excited to host this event in partnership with<br />

the Stroud Region Open Space <strong>and</strong> Recreation Commission,” Senator<br />

Scavello said. “This festival will highlight numerous local <strong>and</strong> regional<br />

organizations focused on protecting our precious natural resources <strong>and</strong><br />

providing exciting outdoor experiences through many fun activities. I<br />

encourage all families to come out <strong>and</strong> enjoy our beautiful park <strong>and</strong> take<br />

part in the day’s festivities.”<br />

<strong>The</strong> schedule of events will include a Live Animal Presentation at 1:30<br />

p.m., a nature walk at 2 p.m. <strong>and</strong> a Stream Study led by Monroe County<br />

Conservation District at 3:00 p.m. Representatives from the Department<br />

of Conservation & Natural Resources, PA Game Commission <strong>and</strong> Fish &<br />

Boat Commission will be present to answer any questions that attendees<br />

may have.<br />

Light refreshments will be provided.<br />

For more information about the Get Outdoors PA Festival please visit<br />

www.marioscavello.com or call<br />

610-863-1200.<br />

We <strong>The</strong> Resilient<br />

by Robert L. Martin<br />

We rise, we fall, then rise again.<br />

We dust ourselves off, then we begin<br />

To work, to rebuild, to follow the plan,<br />

As if tragedy never came into our midst.<br />

Tragedy, the bearer of two different seeds,<br />

One that motivates our instinctive resilience,<br />

And the other that causes us to give up hope,<br />

As we all lie down <strong>and</strong> idle away our dreams.<br />

We arose with the call of the motivation seed.<br />

It blossomed in our hearts as we came to life.<br />

<strong>The</strong> nine eleven disaster wanted us to lie down,<br />

But we came together; yes we, the resilient.<br />

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<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

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16 HAPPENINGS


<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

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Lookout Fire Co. #1 Carnival Big Wheel Race Winners<br />

<strong>The</strong> annual "Big Wheel Race" has been<br />

sponsored by Hinton <strong>and</strong> Sons Cozy Barn<br />

for the past 17 years.<br />

Photos by Kris-Ordinsky-Parks<br />

Chase Knorr 1st <strong>and</strong><br />

Nolan Hoch 2nd place<br />

winners of 3-4-year-olds<br />

pictured with George<br />

Hinton<br />

Little Creek Bar-B-Cue & Jimmy Lee <strong>and</strong> Momma D<br />

Support Operation BBQ Relief<br />

On Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 2nd, Little Creek Bar-B-Cue<br />

<strong>and</strong> Jimmy Lee <strong>and</strong> Momma D, joined together to help<br />

Operation BBQ Relief, OBR is feeding first responders <strong>and</strong><br />

others in need in Texas. Jimmy Lee <strong>and</strong> Momma D set up<br />

outside of Little Creek Bar-B-Cue selling their delicious<br />

roasted corn. Both businesses donated fifty percent of<br />

their day's sales, which were donated to OBR to help with<br />

costs involved in supplying meals. <strong>The</strong>y also accepted<br />

monetary donations to help the OBR effort. Many came out,<br />

despite the rain to help in supporting this wonderful cause.<br />

A total of $1344.00 was raised. Rich <strong>and</strong> Kim Green,<br />

owners of Little Creek Bar-B-Cue, donated the difference to<br />

make the total $1500.00. All workers generously donated<br />

their tips for the day. Because of your kind donations<br />

another1500 meals will be served. Thank you<br />

for your generosity!<br />

Photos by C<strong>and</strong>y Martin<br />

Charlie Rotzell<br />

Paige Hoch (1), Maynell Levens (2) <strong>and</strong> Diesel<br />

Knorr (3) 5-6 year olds<br />

7-8-year olds Charlie<br />

Rotzell 1st, Ella Knorr 2nd,<br />

Alysa Liiro 3rd<br />

9-10-year-olds Gianna DiPaolo 1st, Aiden Knorr<br />

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Stroudfest <strong>2017</strong><br />

Photos by Nick Pulsinelli<br />

Stroudfest, now in its<br />

eleventh year, was held on<br />

Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 2nd, in<br />

Stroudsburg. This year's event<br />

featured over 100 vendors<br />

<strong>and</strong> crafters, delicious festival<br />

food, <strong>and</strong> live music.<br />

Phil DeRea provided<br />

the entertainment.<br />

Roseto Chapter of Unico<br />

Photos submitted by Joelyn Peifly<br />

On Wednesday, August 16th, the Roseto<br />

chapter of UNICO, a national Italian service<br />

organization held its<br />

annual summer picnic<br />

at the Roseto Ball Park.<br />

BELOW: L-R Officers Emile<br />

Guida, Dr. Frank DeFrank,<br />

Joe Danubio, <strong>and</strong> Dr. Marino<br />

C. Saveri<br />

SAEA Members Ashley Krause,<br />

Sarah Cepin, Megan Walp <strong>and</strong><br />

Cardelia Givens.<br />

Jimmy Brown <strong>and</strong> his son Nick<br />

playing at Siamsa Irish Pub.


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BREAKFAST SERVED SUNDAYS<br />

8:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M.<br />

Call for Reservations<br />

Gift Certificates Available<br />

13 W. Pennsylvania Ave<br />

Pen Argyl, PA 18072<br />

610.863.7109 • 610.863.9554<br />

PIZZA SPECIALS<br />

Monday- Thursday Available Every Day<br />

16” Medium Pizza 2 X-Large 18” Pizzas<br />

1 TOPPING 1 PIZZA<br />

$<br />

7.99+tax $22.99 + TAX<br />

HOURS: SUN.-THURS.11 AM-10 PM, FRI. & SAT. 11 AM-11 PM<br />

Football Special<br />

Large Pizza, Large Order Wings,<br />

Large Order Garlic Knots<br />

$<br />

19.99+tax ( Avail. Sun. Mon. Thurs. Only)<br />

Stock Your Pantry<br />

Add canned fruits, vegetables, proteins <strong>and</strong> soups to your back-toschool<br />

shopping list. Like home canning, cans seal in foods’ natural<br />

goodness <strong>and</strong> nutrition, making hearty, homemade meals simple <strong>and</strong><br />

delicious.<br />

Get Creative<br />

For a healthy, home-cooked dinner, all you need is a can opener, a<br />

strainer <strong>and</strong> some imagination. Canned crushed tomatoes, sliced<br />

carrots <strong>and</strong> chopped spinach create a savory Vegetable Lasagna<br />

worthy of seconds, <strong>and</strong> canned chicken with white beans, hominy<br />

<strong>and</strong> chicken broth combine for a White Chicken Chili that’s ready in<br />

just 30 minutes.<br />

Involve Kids in Meal Prep<br />

Moms face a number of challenges when trying to get their kids to<br />

eat more fruit <strong>and</strong> vegetables. According to a recent study conducted<br />

by Cans Get You Cooking, canned foods help a majority of moms (76<br />

percent) get fruits <strong>and</strong> vegetables on the table, <strong>and</strong> into kids’ diets.<br />

Another way to encourage kids to eat healthy meals is to include<br />

them in meal preparation, which also teaches skills like measuring,<br />

counting <strong>and</strong> following directions.<br />

For more nutritious <strong>and</strong> flavorful recipes for back-to-school, visit<br />

www.CansGetYouCooking.com.<br />

105 BROADWAY<br />

BANGOR, PA 18013<br />

610-588-6989<br />

GIFT CERTIFICATES<br />

AVAILABLE<br />

OPEN 7 DAYS 11 AM TO 10 PM<br />

2 LARGE CHEESE PIES $18.99 + TAX<br />

EVERYDAY 2 SLICES WITH<br />

LUNCH SPECIAL 16 OZ SODA<br />

11 AM TO 3 PM $4.50 + TAX<br />

WRAPS & WINGS<br />

EAT IN OR<br />

TAKE OUT


Blue Valley Farm Show Pet Photo Contest Winners<br />

FURRY FRIENDS<br />

19<br />

We both love the same pet - YOURS!<br />

Leck Veterinary 610-863-3111<br />

1st place winner Charger, owner<br />

Ashley Melchionna of Bethlehem.<br />

3rd place winner Rascal, owners<br />

Judy <strong>and</strong> Stan Garrison of<br />

Phillipsburg.<br />

2nd place winner Sisyphus, owner<br />

Kim Bray of East Bangor.<br />

4th place winner Windy, owners<br />

Bruce <strong>and</strong> Sharon Fox of Bangor.<br />

5th Annual Pet Expo<br />

<strong>The</strong> 5th Annual Pet Expo sponsored by Clint's Notary & St John<br />

Evangelical Lutheran Church will take place on Saturday, <strong>September</strong><br />

23rd, 10:00am-2:00pm at St John's Lutheran Church parking lot, 12 N,<br />

Westbrook Avenue, Pen Argyl, PA. Raindate is Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 30th.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re will be an array of activities including pet contests, pet<br />

blessings, demonstrations <strong>and</strong> more! With cash prizes for all contests!<br />

All animals must be leashed or in carriers.<br />

Please bring donations for the local shelters <strong>and</strong> rescues. All proceeds<br />

benefit the animals!<br />

For more information call Clint at 610-863-7261.<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Animal Advocacy Spaymobile<br />

<strong>The</strong> Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Animal Advocacy Group <strong>and</strong> EPPA will<br />

host a Spaymobile on Friday, <strong>September</strong> 22th at<br />

8:30am, at Johnsonville Farm & Garden. 154 Jonsville<br />

Road, Bangor, PA 18013. To register <strong>and</strong> for more<br />

information email Karen at izykar@yahoo.com.<br />

Pocono Puppy Palooza<br />

<strong>September</strong> 23rd & 24th 11:00am–5:00pm. Come out to the area’s<br />

first Pocono Puppy Palooza, which will be held at Shawnee Mountain<br />

Ski Area. Many activities for you <strong>and</strong> your dog to participate in. For more<br />

information call Lisa Kirschner at 570-872-9748 or lisa@sitstaynplay.<br />

net or visit www.shawneemt.com/s_puppu-palooza.html<br />

ADOPT US - FLUFFY & PINOCCHIO<br />

Meet our very persuasive girl FLUFFY. She<br />

seems to have special kitty powers that make<br />

you want to love her. And feed her! Sweet girl<br />

has a bit of a weight problem <strong>and</strong> is on a weight<br />

loss formula to help her lose those extra pounds.<br />

For this reason Fluff is in her own kitty condo--<br />

she was eating all the food in the free-roaming<br />

cat room. So now she is by herself but she loves<br />

the company of other cats. If you are looking<br />

for a friendly, loving, sweet, happy, adorable,<br />

amazing best friend, look no further. Fluffy is 3 years young, spayed,<br />

<strong>and</strong> up to date on shots. Her bags are packed <strong>and</strong> she's ready to go<br />

home. Come meet Fluffy today!<br />

We cannot tell a lie...PINOCCHIO is the perfect kitten companion!<br />

Like his namesake from the movie, Pinocchio is a little boy who<br />

loves to play, play, play. A typical kitten, this sweet boy will run,<br />

chase, leap, swat, roll, pounce <strong>and</strong><br />

play-hunt by the hour. <strong>The</strong>n he<br />

crashes for a nap to end all naps,<br />

only to do it all again later. All that<br />

kitten energy is best expelled in<br />

pairs, so you may want to consider<br />

one of his kitten brothers or sisters<br />

to round out your family. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />

always plenty to choose from at the<br />

shelter! Pinocchio is just 5 months old, up to date on vaccinations<br />

<strong>and</strong> neutered. Come meet him today!<br />

<strong>The</strong> AWSOM Animal Shelter is located at 3129 Godfrey Ridge<br />

Drive, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Adoptions hours are 11AM to 4PM,<br />

7 days a week. Volunteer opportunities are always available. Stop<br />

in or call 570-421-DOGS for more information.<br />

<strong>The</strong> AWSOM Animal Wellness Center is open Monday thru<br />

Friday for all your basic veterinary needs. Check out our low-cost<br />

veterinary services, including spay <strong>and</strong> neutering, vaccinations,<br />

dental care <strong>and</strong> more. Call 570-424-1060 for more information or<br />

to make an appointment.<br />

Visit our website at AwsomAnimals.org<br />

Facebook: A.W.S.O.M.<br />

CAT HOARDING UPDATE: Last month AWSOM rescued 21 adult cats from a cat<br />

hoarding situation in Henryville, PA. We are happy to report that, to date, 3 cats<br />

have been adopted into loving homes. Two remain on medical hold as they<br />

recover from their ordeal. Upon arrival at AWSOM, all 21 cats were spayed or<br />

neutered in preparation for adoption. AWSOM continues to accept donations of<br />

cat litter (scoopable <strong>and</strong> unscoopable), grain-free wet cat food, cat beds <strong>and</strong><br />

toys. Monetary donations can be sent to AWSOM, P.O. Box 13 Stroudsburg, PA<br />

18360 or visit AwsomAnimals.org to make a secure donation via PayPal.


20 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT<br />

Earn a Jewelry Arts Certificate at NCC<br />

Calling all aspiring jewelry<br />

artists. Northampton<br />

Community College is offering<br />

a Jewelry Arts Certificate<br />

where you can gain the skills<br />

to create your own line of<br />

jewelry, or simply add your<br />

own piece to your jewelry<br />

collection.<br />

For the certificate program<br />

complete six classes including these five required classes: Jewelry Arts<br />

1: Metalworking Basics <strong>and</strong> Soldering Techniques; Jewelry Arts II: Bezel<br />

Setting Cabochons, Ring Making <strong>and</strong> Chain Making. To complete your<br />

program choose one of the following electives: Hammered Bracelet,<br />

Surface, Enrichment <strong>and</strong> Finishing or Independent Projects.<br />

Classes offered this fall include:<br />

Metalworking Basics, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 4 to Nov. 1.<br />

Soldering Techniques, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Nov. 8 through Dec. 13.<br />

Ring Making, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 3 through Oct. 31.<br />

All the classes are held in the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511<br />

E. Third St, Bethlehem, <strong>and</strong> are teen friendly - open to students ages<br />

14 <strong>and</strong> older. For Class fees, information <strong>and</strong> to register, go to www.<br />

northampton.edu/lifelearn.<br />

Calendar of Events for the<br />

Friends of the Bangor Public Library<br />

<strong>The</strong> Friends of the Bangor Public Library announce the following<br />

events:<br />

<strong>September</strong> 16th: Bake Sale at Ace Hardware, Capitol Plaza<br />

November 3rd: Wine Tasting at Tolino’s Vineyards 6-10 PM<br />

November 11th: Author Brunch w/Joe DeFranco at Trinity Lutheran<br />

Church<br />

December 2nd: Breakfast w/ Santa at <strong>The</strong> Bee Hive Community Center<br />

<strong>The</strong> Friends meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00pm at the<br />

Library. New members are always welcome. For additional information<br />

contact: Karen Brewer at 610-588-8615<br />

Learn about Gardening at Easton Library<br />

<strong>The</strong> monthly garden presentations at Easton Library will continue through<br />

October. <strong>The</strong> remaining dates <strong>and</strong> topics are as follows:<br />

<strong>September</strong> 21 - Fall Gardening Clean Up - Linc Coffin; <strong>and</strong> October 19<br />

- Plants of Murder <strong>and</strong> Mayhem. All programs begin at 6:30 pm. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

free programs are open to the public <strong>and</strong> held in the Catherine Drake<br />

Meeting Room on the lower level of the Main Library. H<strong>and</strong>icapped access<br />

is available from the Church Street entrance. Light refreshments will be<br />

provided by the Friends of the Library. Registration is not required. For more<br />

information, call 610-258-2917 ext 307.<br />

New editions at the Blue Mt. Community Library<br />

Adult Fiction: <strong>The</strong> Diplomat's Daughter, Karin<br />

Tanabe; <strong>The</strong> Bookshop at the Water's Edge, Patti<br />

C. Henry; Secret Sisters, Joy Callaway; Beneath a<br />

Scarlet Sky, Mark Sullivan; <strong>The</strong> Dress in the Window,<br />

Sofia Grant<br />

Bring Her Home, David Bell; <strong>The</strong> Little French Bistro,<br />

Nina George; Down A Dark Road, Linda Castillo; House of Spies, Daniel<br />

Silva; the Address, Fiona Davis; Cocoa Beach, Beatriz Williams; <strong>The</strong><br />

Late Show, Michael Connelly; <strong>The</strong> Silent Corner, Dean Koontz; <strong>The</strong> Lying<br />

Game, Ruth Ware; Deadfall, Linda Fairstein; Every Last Lie, Mary Kubica;<br />

Cicada Summer, Maureen Leurck; <strong>The</strong> Almost Sisters, Joshilyn Jackson;<br />

Beneath the Apple Leaves, Harmony Verna; <strong>The</strong> Frozen Hours, Jeff<br />

Shaara<br />

Adult Large Print: A Stranger in the House, Shari Lapena; <strong>The</strong> Good<br />

Daughter, Karin Slaughter; Cakewalk, Rita Mae Brown; <strong>The</strong> Child, Fiona<br />

Barton; Love Story, Karen Kingsbury; Seeing Red, S<strong>and</strong>ra Brown<br />

Adult Non-Fiction: Last Hope Isl<strong>and</strong>, Lynne Olson; While <strong>The</strong> City Slept,<br />

Eli S<strong>and</strong>ers<br />

Find out what's going on in your community<br />

in <strong>The</strong> <strong>Belt</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Beyond</strong><br />

available in print <strong>and</strong> online<br />

www.thebelt<strong>and</strong>beyond.com


HOME <strong>and</strong> GARDEN<br />

21<br />

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PLUS FREE DELIVERY<br />

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You store it . You lock it . You keep the key<br />

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Behind Square One<br />

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Custom Installation Shop at Home Service<br />

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Office Hours Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 4 PM Friday & Saturday by appointment<br />

Personal & Commercial Indoor Self Storage<br />

.<br />

Knowledgeable, Reliable, <strong>and</strong> Affordable<br />

PA022174 LLC INSURED<br />

Nana’s Oasis Pool Supply, LLC<br />

6690 Sullivan Trail<br />

Wind Gap, PA 18091<br />

610-365-8967<br />

www.nanaoasis.com<br />

Summer Hours<br />

Mon.-Thurs. 10-6, Fri. 10-8,<br />

Sat. 9-6, <strong>and</strong> Sun. 11-4<br />

Great<br />

Rates<br />

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• Customized computer analysis of all<br />

key factors - specific to your pool/spa<br />

• Detailed recommedations for both<br />

maintenance <strong>and</strong> remedy treatments<br />

Thomas Greenhouse<br />

& Country Store<br />

Shop local at a family owned business. Growing for over 100 Years!<br />

Large 9” Hardy Mums, Combination<br />

Planters, Hanging Mums,<br />

Fall Decorations, Grasses, Pumpkins,<br />

Corn Stalks <strong>and</strong> more!!<br />

Fresh Local Produce<br />

BALLOONS, CARDS, GIFTS & COUNTRY DECOR<br />

<br />

610-588-0222<br />

558 Lake Minsi Drive<br />

Bangor, PA 18013<br />

www.gindergreenhouse.com<br />

1/2 mile off Rte. 191 on the left!<br />

Like Us on Facebook<br />

HOURS: THURSDAY Mon. & Thurs. thru thru SATURDAY Sat. 10:00AM-5:00PM 9-5 • SUNDAY 9-3<br />

CLOSED Sun. 10:00AM-3:00PM MONDAY, TUESDAY, • Closed Tues. WEDNESDAY & Wed.<br />

HOURS<br />

Monday, Tuesday,<br />

Wednesday<br />

& Friday:<br />

9 am to 5 pm<br />

Thursday:<br />

9 am to 8 pm<br />

Saturday:<br />

9 am to 2 pm<br />

Proprietors:<br />

Lowell & Cheryl Grubb<br />

We Are Here<br />

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C STREET<br />

WILLIAM ST.<br />

509 William Street<br />

Pen Argyl, PA<br />

CHOP CARD<br />

FRIENDLY<br />

Financing Available<br />

Annual Craft Vendor Show<br />

in the Greenhouses<br />

Sat., Sept. 16th, 9am-3pm<br />

(Rain or Shine)<br />

Large Selection of Vendors!<br />

Enjoy Savings Throughout the<br />

Garden Center Too!<br />

Spin the wheel for additional<br />

prizes <strong>and</strong> discounts<br />

Fall Mums<br />

& Decor!<br />

Large 9” Mums<br />

only $4.99<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong><br />

Floor & Wall Covering, Inc.<br />

610-863-5741<br />

Carpet Braided Rugs Linoleum Vinyl Tile<br />

Ceramic Tile Slate <strong>and</strong> Quarry Tile Hardwood Floors<br />

Laminate Flooring Custom Window Shades <strong>and</strong> Blinds


22 YOUNG AT HEART<br />

Continuing the<br />

Tradition of<br />

Excellence<br />

James B. Gaffney<br />

Funeral Home<br />

Curtis L. Parsons,<br />

Supervisor<br />

610-863-6152<br />

200 South Robinson Avenue,<br />

Pen Argyl, PA 18072<br />

591 N. Nottle Ave. Pen Argyl, PA<br />

Phone: 610-863-5432<br />

Call: 610-390-9875<br />

www.kindheartedh<strong>and</strong>s.com<br />

SERVICES OFFERED<br />

Companionship • Respite Care • Meal Preparation<br />

Cleaning • Grocery Shopping <strong>and</strong> more<br />

❤<br />

Gaffney Parsons<br />

FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES<br />

www.gaffneyparsons.com<br />

Gaffney Parsons<br />

Funeral Home &<br />

Cremation Services, Inc.<br />

Kelly Gaffney Parsons,<br />

Supervisor<br />

610-588-2128<br />

4 Lillian Lane<br />

(Village of Johnsonville),<br />

Bangor, PA 18013<br />

Keeping You in Your Home<br />

With Independence & Dignity<br />

Providing Non-Medical Care for Seniors,<br />

New Mother's <strong>and</strong> those with Special Needs<br />

TRADITIONAL,<br />

MEMORIAL,<br />

CREMATION AND<br />

PRENEED SERVICES<br />

James B. Gaffney<br />

Funeral Home<br />

Donna L. Gaffney,<br />

Supervisor<br />

610-588-4522<br />

314 South First Street,<br />

Bangor, PA 18013<br />

❤<br />

We offer a few hours a day or 24/7 days a week if needed<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Senior Center<br />

Blue Valley Farm Show Complex, 707 American Bangor Road, Bangor<br />

Ph 610-588-1224. Hours: 8:00am-3:30pm. Meal Reservations please call<br />

by 10:00am, 1 day prior before the meal. Cancellations must be done<br />

as soon as possible. Lunch is served at 11:30am.<br />

Every day: Cards, Billiards, computers, Internet, Library<br />

TV & Walking Club<br />

Morning Stretch, Mondays, <strong>and</strong> Fridays, 9:15 AM<br />

Crafts & Chat, Tuesdays, 9:00am<br />

Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00am<br />

Arthritis Exercise program, Tues, Sept. 19, 26, 12:15 PM <strong>and</strong><br />

Thursdays, 12:15 PM<br />

Exercise with Darla, Wednesdays, 10:00 AM<br />

Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 AM<br />

Crafts, Thursdays, 10:00 AM<br />

SEPTEMBER ACTIVITIES<br />

B.L. Day, Friday, <strong>September</strong> 8<br />

AARP, Monday, <strong>September</strong> 11, 12:30 PM<br />

AUCTION, Friday <strong>September</strong> 15, 12:15 PM<br />

<strong>The</strong>rapy Dog Deja, Tuesday, <strong>September</strong> 19, 10:00 AM<br />

Baby Shower, Friday, <strong>September</strong> 22, 12:15 PM<br />

FLU SHOTS, Wednesday, <strong>September</strong> 27, 9-11 AM<br />

National Coffee Day, (free Coffee) Friday, <strong>September</strong> 29<br />

AARP Palmer Township Area Chapter 2144<br />

<strong>The</strong> AARP PALMER TOWNSHIP AREA CHAPTER 2144 will meet on<br />

Monday, <strong>September</strong> 11th, at 1:00pm at the Wilson Borough Community<br />

Center, 2200 Liberty Street in Easton, PA. <strong>The</strong> topic will be " Medical Identity<br />

<strong>The</strong>ft" join us <strong>and</strong> learn how to protect yourself from medical identity theft.<br />

Come for lunch at 11:30 am, bring lunch <strong>and</strong> socialize with friends.<br />

Easton Area Lifestyle Campus<br />

3201 Sullivan Trail, Easton, 610-829-3201. Director - Debbie Mertz Hours<br />

8:00-4:00 Monday thru Friday. For meal reservation please call by 10:00am,<br />

1 day prior before the meal.<br />

Mondays: Fit w/Darla 10:00am<br />

Ceramics 12:00 noon<br />

Bingo 12:30pm<br />

Tuesdays: Games 10:00am<br />

Billiards 12:30pm<br />

Scrapbooking 12:30pm<br />

Wednesdays: Bible Study 10:00am<br />

Mexican Train /LCR 10:00am<br />

All H<strong>and</strong>s on Deck 12:30pm<br />

Thursday: Art<br />

Wii Bowling<br />

Zingers & Ringers<br />

BP Clinic w/Moravian College<br />

Friday: League Shuffleboard 10:00am<br />

Bingo 12:30pm<br />

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES:<br />

9/5 Apple Race<br />

9/6 Meals on Wheels (Speaker)<br />

9/8 Dr. Doug (Foot Dr.)<br />

9/12 School Memories<br />

National Chocolate Milk Day<br />

9/13 National Fortune Cookie Day<br />

9/14 Art w/Pam<br />

9/19 Pirate Day<br />

Birthday Bingo<br />

9/20 White Elephant Bingo<br />

9/21Art w/Pam<br />

9/25 Flu Shots 9:00 – 11:00<br />

9/26 One Hit Wonder Day<br />

9/27 Council Meeting<br />

9/28 Crafts w/S<strong>and</strong>y<br />

Every Thursday Morning: Moravian 3rd year nursing students will be<br />

doing vitals <strong>and</strong> providing us with health education!<br />

Warning: Playing Bingo may make you Ugly!<br />

Nazareth Senior Center<br />

15 South Wood Street, Nazareth, PA, 18064. Director: Stacy Walsh<br />

Call 610-759-8255 by 11 am day prior for meal reservations. We are<br />

looking for volunteers to help plan/set up for parties & special events.<br />

Card Games - Everyday 8:30am<br />

Morning Stretch - Mondays, 10:00am<br />

Bonus Bingo - Tuesdays, <strong>and</strong> Fridays, 10:00am<br />

Penny Bingo - Wednesday, 10:00am<br />

Salvation Army Pen Argyl - Community Lunch Program<br />

Tuesday, Wednesday <strong>and</strong> Thursday from 12:00pm-1:00pm Community<br />

Lunch Program, Thursdays after lunch senior program. Food pantry<br />

first 4 Tuesdays of the month from 10am-12pm.<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Chapter 4135<br />

<strong>The</strong> next meeting of the AARP Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Chapter 4135 will be held on<br />

<strong>September</strong> 11th, at 1:30pm at the Senior Center. Ed Ryan will be the<br />

Guest Speaker. Everyone is welcome to attend.<br />

St Elizabeth's of Hungary Parish Bus Trip Resort's Casino<br />

St. Elizabeth's of Hungary Parish in Pen Argyl is sponsoring a bus trip to the<br />

Resort's Casino in Atlantic City on Thursday, <strong>September</strong> 14th. Please note<br />

this is the last trip to Atlantic City for the summer; take a stroll down the<br />

boardwalk or ride the tram. On October 12th we will resume our trips to<br />

the Mohegan Sun in Wilkes-Barre. We will be leaving from the St. Elizabeth<br />

parking lot by 8:30am <strong>and</strong> then proceed to the old St. Joseph's parking lot<br />

in Wind Gap. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at<br />

610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.


<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

23<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Senior Center Auction<br />

An Auction will be held at the Slate <strong>Belt</strong><br />

Senior Center on <strong>September</strong> 15th, 12:15-?.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Senior Center is located at the Blue Valley<br />

Farm Show complex ,707 American Bangor<br />

Rd, Bangor, PA. <strong>The</strong> auction is open to the<br />

public. Terms: Cash <strong>and</strong> Carry Only.<br />

All proceeds will go to enhance the Senior<br />

Center Program Funds.<br />

Shown is one of several h<strong>and</strong>crafted doll houses<br />

which will be available at the auction<br />

Monroe County Senior Center<br />

LODER SENIOR CENTER, 62 Analomink Street in East Stroudsburg.<br />

Phone 570-420-3745. Hours 8 am – 1:30 pm Monday through Friday.<br />

For meal reservation please call 570-420-3745 by 12 noon, 1 day prior before<br />

the meal. Lunch served at 11:30 am. Socialization – Card Games – BINGO –<br />

Health & Welleness Program – Wii Bowling – Nutritious Lunch<br />

LODER SENIOR CENTER – SEPTEMBER ACTIVITIES<br />

Arthritis Exercise Program: 10:00 am <strong>September</strong> <strong>7th</strong>, 11th, 14th, 21st,<br />

25th & 28th<br />

Bingo: 12:30 pm <strong>September</strong> 6th, <strong>7th</strong> 11th, 14th 18th, 21st, 25th & 28th<br />

Yoga: 10:00 am <strong>September</strong> 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th<br />

Yoga Stretch: 10:00 am <strong>September</strong> 6th, 13th, 20th & 2<strong>7th</strong><br />

Blood Pressure Screening 10:00 am – 11:00 am <strong>September</strong> <strong>7th</strong><br />

PA State Representative Maureen Madden 10:30 am <strong>September</strong> <strong>7th</strong><br />

Aging Successfully 10:30 am <strong>September</strong> 21st<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Young at Heart Club<br />

<strong>The</strong> Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Young at Heart Club will be meeting on Friday,<br />

<strong>September</strong> 15th, at 12:00pm. PLEASE NOTE; THIS IS A CHANGE OF<br />

DATE AND TIME. <strong>The</strong> Hinkel Family, a Christian singing group that tour<br />

the United States, will present the program. This is open to everyone.<br />

Enjoy the afternoon with us. Also, the club is sponsoring a trip to the<br />

American Music <strong>The</strong>atre in Lancaster to see the Christmas show on<br />

Wednesday, November 1, <strong>2017</strong>. We will be seeing the<br />

10:30 am show. All ages are welcome. Price will include bus fare,<br />

driver's tip, snacks, show, <strong>and</strong> lunch at the Shady Maple Smorgasbord.<br />

For more information, please call Mary Lou Lohman at 610-863-4846 or<br />

610-844-4630."<br />

Senior Center Listings<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Senior Center<br />

707 American Bangor Road, Bangor, PA<br />

(Blue Valley Farm Show Building)<br />

610-588-1224 • Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM<br />

Easton Area Lifestyle Campus<br />

3201 Sullivan Trail, Easton, PA<br />

610-829-3201 • Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM<br />

Nazareth: <strong>The</strong> Border House<br />

15 South Wood Street, Nazareth, PA.<br />

610-759-8255 • Hours: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM<br />

Monroe County Senior Center<br />

LODER SENIOR CENTER,<br />

62 Analomink St. in East Stroudsburg • Phone 570-420-3745<br />

Hours 8 am – 1:30 pm Monday through Friday.<br />

Genesis Hearing<br />

Systems has<br />

merged with<br />

Hear Clear<br />

Hearing Center P.C.<br />

We are open for business <strong>and</strong> look forward to<br />

assisting you with hearing aid needs.<br />

Offering a full line of hearing aids.<br />

Specializing in Digital Technology<br />

Services include: * House Calls<br />

*Batteries available for all makes <strong>and</strong> models.<br />

* Hearing aid cleaning <strong>and</strong> routine maintenance.<br />

*Rehabilitation Services<br />

* Counseling for hearing loss <strong>and</strong> Tinnitus.<br />

We Accept Most Insurance Plans<br />

Worry Free Warranties! Seniors <strong>and</strong> Veterans save up to 60%!<br />

Two convenient locations<br />

Genesis Hearing Hear Clear Hearing P.C.<br />

708 S. Broadway 3400 Bath Pike, Suite 301<br />

Wind Gap, PA.<br />

Bethlehem, PA.<br />

610-923-9451<br />

610-317-2600<br />

www.hearclearhc.com<br />

BINGO<br />

<strong>September</strong> 7 & 14<br />

Polk Township Volunteer Fire Company<br />

Main Fire House Hall, 115 Interchange Rd, Kresgeville<br />

Doors open at 5:00 PM • Bingo starts at 6:45 PM<br />

<strong>September</strong> 8 & 15<br />

Wind Gap Fire Company<br />

Doors open at 5:00 PM • Bingo starts 6:45 PM<br />

<strong>September</strong> 9 & 16<br />

Immaculate Conception<br />

Doors open at 11:00 AM • Bingo starts at 1:00 PM<br />

Bangor VFW<br />

Doors open at 3:30 PM • Bingo starts at 6:00 PM<br />

<strong>September</strong> 12 & 19<br />

Portl<strong>and</strong> Hook & Ladder Co. #1<br />

State Street, Portl<strong>and</strong> 7:00 PM<br />

Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co.<br />

2718 Mountain View Drive, Moore Township<br />

Doors open at 5:00 PM • Bingo starts at 7:00 PM<br />

<strong>September</strong> 13 & 20<br />

Bushkill Vol Fire Company<br />

Doors open at 5:00 PM • Bingo starts at 7:00 PM


24 SPORTS<br />

Bangor High School Football<br />

<strong>The</strong> Bangor Slaters played Notre Dame-Green Pond Crusaders on Friday,<br />

<strong>September</strong> 1st. <strong>The</strong> Crusaders beat the Slaters 34-6. <strong>The</strong> Slaters will play their<br />

first home game of the season on Friday, <strong>September</strong> 8th at Paul Farnan Field,<br />

at Bangor Memorial Park against Northern Lehigh game time 7:00 p.m.<br />

Photos by Larry Cory sbtt<br />

<strong>2017</strong> Bangor Slater Youth Football Players <strong>and</strong> Cheerleaders Photos by Kris-Ordinsky Parks<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>2017</strong> Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Youth Football<br />

players <strong>and</strong> cheerleaders played their<br />

first home games of the season at<br />

Bangor Memorial Park.<br />

Flag football cheerleaders<br />

Flag football players<br />

Cheerleaders<br />

Victoria Parks <strong>and</strong><br />

Caliana Huratiak hold the<br />

break through sign<br />

<strong>The</strong> 110 white team played Notre Dame<br />

<strong>The</strong> 130 team played Notre Dame


<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

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Pen Argyl Green Knight Football<br />

<strong>The</strong> Pen Argyl High School Green Knights football team<br />

lost their first home game of the season on Saturday,<br />

August 26th, against Wilson, score Wilson 43 - Pen Argyl 8.<br />

Pen Argyl lost their second game on Friday, Sept. 1st,<br />

at their away game against Saucon Valley score Saucon<br />

Valley 57- Green Knights 14.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Green Knights will be home to host<br />

Catasauqua on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 9th,<br />

at Alumni Stadium, game time 1:30 p.m. This<br />

will be the Hall of Fame <strong>and</strong> Alumni game.<br />

Photos by Larry Cory sbtt<br />

Nazareth vs Pleasant Valley<br />

<strong>The</strong> Nazareth Blue Eagles won their first home game of the season<br />

on Friday, August 25th, against Pleasant Valley. <strong>The</strong> score of the nonconference<br />

game was Nazareth 50 -Pleasant Valley 10.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Nazareth Blue Eagles with host the Whitehall Zephyrs at home on<br />

Friday, <strong>September</strong> 8, at 7:00 pm.<br />

Photos by Nick Pulsinelli


26 SPORTS<br />

Bangor High School<br />

Boys Soccer<br />

Photos by Larry Cory sbtt<br />

<strong>The</strong> Bangor Slater boys<br />

Varsity soccer team played<br />

host to East Stroudsburg South<br />

on Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 3 at<br />

Bangor Memorial Park. <strong>The</strong><br />

Cavaliers took the win with<br />

the final score E. Stroudsburg<br />

South 6- Bangor 0.<br />

Bangor High School Girls Soccer<br />

On Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 2, <strong>The</strong> Bangor Slaters Varsity girls Soccer<br />

team played host to E. Stroudsburg South.<strong>The</strong> Slaters took the win<br />

Score-Bangor 6 - E. Stroudsburg South 0. photos by Lisa Newberry<br />

Bangors #8 Sophmore Jordan<br />

Hendricks tries to gain<br />

control of the ball<br />

Bangors #10 Junior Carmela<br />

Siminieri<br />

Bangors #4 Senior, Kylee Will keeps control of the ball.<br />

Bangor High School Field Hockey<br />

Photos by Larry Cory sbtt<br />

<strong>The</strong> Bangor Varsity girls field hockey team<br />

took their first win of the season at home against<br />

East Stroudsburg High School North on Friday,<br />

Sept. 1st. Final score Bangor 8 - E. Stroudsburg<br />

North 0.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Slaters will travel to Pen Argyl on Thursday,<br />

Sept, <strong>7th</strong> to face rivals the Pen Argyl Green<br />

Knights, game time 4:00 p.m.<br />

#18 Senior Alyson Kiss<br />

#8 Senior Tatum Strohe fights for<br />

control of the ball.


<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

27<br />

Superintendent<br />

Dr. Haws<br />

Coach Cliff<br />

Salvemini (Tennis)<br />

Bron Holl<strong>and</strong><br />

Athletic Director<br />

SlaterFest<br />

Slater Fest was held on Thursday,<br />

August 31st at Paul Farnan Field, at<br />

Bangor Memorial Park. This annual<br />

Slater tradition is held prior to the start<br />

of the school year, <strong>and</strong> the fall sports<br />

season for students, parents, <strong>and</strong> fans<br />

to come out <strong>and</strong> meet the coaches <strong>and</strong><br />

players. <strong>The</strong> award winning Bangor High<br />

School marching b<strong>and</strong> also performed.<br />

Photos by Nick Pulsinelli<br />

<strong>2017</strong> / 2018 SLATER YOUTH BASKETBALL SIGNUPS<br />

Signups for all Bangor Area School District students in grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 <strong>and</strong> 7 (age<br />

restriction – player cannot turn 13 years of age prior to 9/1/17); will begin <strong>September</strong> 15,<br />

<strong>2017</strong> thru October 13, <strong>2017</strong> online via the League Apps platform payable by debit/credit<br />

card. To register your child please use<br />

http://umbt.leagueapps.com/leagues/basketball/414132-slater-youth-asketball--<strong>2017</strong>-2018<br />

If you do not have internet access or debit/credit card to register your child you may<br />

register in person <strong>September</strong> 24, <strong>2017</strong>, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at the Upper Mt. Bethel<br />

Municipal Building located at 387 Ye Olde Highway Mt. Bethel, PA 18343, which cash/check<br />

will be accepted. Please bring a copy of the player’s birth certificate, must be provided at<br />

signup (do not bring original birth certificate, there is no copier available). Players in grades<br />

1st <strong>and</strong> 2nd will be provided a team T-shirt, players in grades 3rd thru <strong>7th</strong> must order a<br />

uniform at signup (if player does not have a 2016/<strong>2017</strong> uniform). Registrations will not be<br />

accepted after October 31st. For more information or questions please contact the Slater<br />

Youth Basketball Committee at umbtsyb@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook @<br />

https://www.facebook.com/groups/UMBTBASKETBALL Sponsored by the Upper Mt. Bethel<br />

Recreation Association.<br />

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center Community Programs, <strong>September</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />

DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available - Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM<br />

Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth. Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore<br />

Jacobsburg! <strong>The</strong>se backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad,<br />

colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, <strong>and</strong> five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees,<br />

butterflies <strong>and</strong> moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.<br />

Fishing Rods <strong>and</strong> Tackle Available - Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM<br />

Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth. Borrow fishing poles <strong>and</strong> tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s<br />

creeks! To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons<br />

age 16 <strong>and</strong> older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a<br />

license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.<br />

Family Night - Magnificent Monarchs! - Friday, <strong>September</strong> 8, 6:30-8:00 PM<br />

Monarch Butterflies are beautiful creatures that make an amazing migration each year. Learn about their life cycle <strong>and</strong><br />

what you can do to help Monarchs along their journey. We will take a close look at some young Monarchs <strong>and</strong> explore<br />

the wildflower fields of Jacobsburg in search of adult butterflies. This program is best for families with children ages 5<br />

<strong>and</strong> up. Registration is required.<br />

DiscoverE: Tales for Tots - <strong>September</strong> 12, 19, & 26 10:00-11:00 AM or 1:00-2:00 PM<br />

Our popular Tales for Tots program returns with all new explorations! Join us for story time followed by nature<br />

activities for preschoolers ages 3-5. Each week we will explore a different topic by reading a book followed by a craft<br />

<strong>and</strong> short scavenger hunt. Adults must accompany their child. Children that attend six sessions will earn a DiscoverE<br />

Hide n’ Seekers certificate. Please note that the morning <strong>and</strong> afternoon sessions will be identical. Registration is<br />

required.<br />

Tuesday Trails - Tuesday, <strong>September</strong> 12, 5:30-7:00 PM<br />

Join educator Lauren Forster after work for a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. Hikers should always bring water <strong>and</strong> sturdy<br />

boots or shoes. Routes <strong>and</strong> meeting locations will vary each week. Call or email to receive information on where we’re<br />

hiking each Tuesday. Meet at flagpole at Visitor Center located at 400 Belfast Rd., Nazareth. Registration not required.<br />

Bring Home the Natives - Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM<br />

Many of our beautiful native plants are often overlooked by gardeners. Join us for moderate walk <strong>and</strong> learn about<br />

<strong>2017</strong> Blue Mt. Baseball League Champions<br />

<strong>The</strong> Martin's Creek Creekers beat the MetLife Orioles 10-4 on<br />

Pacchioli Field on August 19th. Photo courtesy of Rusty Prutzman.<br />

the importance of adding native plants to your garden. We'll introduce you to plants that meet a variety of garden<br />

conditions <strong>and</strong> attract different species of butterflies <strong>and</strong> birds. Non-native plants that can become invasive <strong>and</strong><br />

should be avoided will also be covered. Please bring water, a snack, wear sturdy shoes <strong>and</strong> dress appropriately for the<br />

weather. Registration is required.<br />

Native Garden Volunteer Day - Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 16, 1:00-4:00 PM<br />

Join us as we work to maintain our beautiful native plant gardens. Projects may include weeding, mulching,<br />

path maintenance, <strong>and</strong> planting. Please dress for the weather <strong>and</strong> bring snacks, bottled water <strong>and</strong> work gloves.<br />

Registration is not required.<br />

Monarch Tagging - Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 17, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM<br />

Join local butterfly enthusiast Doug Burton as he captures <strong>and</strong> tags Monarch Butterflies in the wildflower fields<br />

at Jacobsburg. We’ll also look for <strong>and</strong> capture other butterfly species. A hat, long pants, sunscreen, <strong>and</strong> water<br />

are recommended. A limited number of nets will be provided for those who wish to help Doug capture butterflies.<br />

Registration is required.<br />

Monday Morning Birds & Beans - Monday, <strong>September</strong> 18, 8:00-10:00 AM<br />

Join educator Rick Wiltraut for “bird friendly” coffee <strong>and</strong> a bird walk at Jacobsburg, focusing on identification of<br />

confusing fall warblers. Participants should dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes <strong>and</strong> bring binoculars. A limited<br />

number of binoculars <strong>and</strong> field guides will be available. Registration not required.<br />

Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day - Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 23, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM<br />

This is a special day that includes bike skills development, trail etiquette programs with horses, <strong>and</strong> guided group<br />

rides/races based on age group. Partnership with Valley Mountain Bikers, Local Bike Shops <strong>and</strong> Equestrians. For ages<br />

3-16. Please pre-register online with number of participants including the age of each <strong>and</strong> skill level riding bike/prior<br />

experience. All participants must have a properly fitting helmet <strong>and</strong> a bike in good working order.<br />

You can also view <strong>and</strong> register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an<br />

accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.<br />

With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational<br />

programs.


28 COMMUNITY NEWS<br />

Local Youths Tyler Carlson <strong>and</strong> Malyssa Tocket Acts of Kidness<br />

Tyler with donations he has<br />

received.<br />

Tell us your good news!<br />

Do you know a Good Samaritian, a Hometown Hero, a person<br />

who goes above <strong>and</strong> beyond for others <strong>and</strong> their community.<br />

Has something good happened, a pay it forward that you would<br />

like to share to inspire others?<br />

E-mail or mail us your good news <strong>and</strong> it may be published in<br />

our next issue thebelt<strong>and</strong>beyond@gmail.com<br />

or mail us your good news PO Box 33 Bangor, PA 18013<br />

Heard's<br />

Meat Market<br />

Fresh & Smoked Meats<br />

501 S. Main Street,<br />

Bangor, PA<br />

Phone: 610-588-1195<br />

Fax: 610-588-7581<br />

Nine-year old Tyler Carlson was<br />

recently rushed to the emergency<br />

room at St. Luke's Hospital due to an<br />

allergic reaction to milk. <strong>The</strong> diagnosis,<br />

Anaphylactic Shock, a severe allergic<br />

reaction that can cause death. Thankfully,<br />

Tyler is fine <strong>and</strong> is back home after a<br />

brief hospital visit.<br />

His family <strong>and</strong> friends immediately<br />

wanted to shower Tyler with gifts to let<br />

him know how much they love him <strong>and</strong><br />

how happy they were that he was okay.<br />

Tyler was very grateful but decided he<br />

did not want toys <strong>and</strong> gifts for himself.<br />

he wanted to give to other children who<br />

were sick. He quickly turned the experience into a positive one by asking<br />

his family to help other children in the hospital. He made a video, while<br />

at the hospital explaining what had happened to him <strong>and</strong> why he wanted<br />

to help other children that were sick <strong>and</strong> hospitalized, his video was<br />

shared on his mother's business facebook page www.facebook.com/<br />

graceonbroadwaypa. What started out as a sweet gesture from a nineyear-old<br />

boy has turned into an overwhelming outpouring of love from<br />

family, friends, the community, <strong>and</strong> total strangers.<br />

Toys, books, <strong>and</strong> monetary donations have arrived in support of Tyler's<br />

effort. Tyler plans to continue<br />

collecting toys <strong>and</strong> gifts to be<br />

distributed at St. Lukes Hospital<br />

to the Pediatric unit. If you are<br />

interested in making a donation of a<br />

toy or gift in support of Tyler's effort<br />

donations can be dropped off or<br />

mailed to Tyler Carlson c/o Grace on<br />

Broadway, 55 Broadway, Bangor, PA.<br />

BUSINESS DIRECTORY<br />

Malyssa, with Jennifer Schweitzer,<br />

owner of JMS Salon.<br />

Malyssa Tocket donated 8<br />

inches of her hair. Jennifer<br />

of JMS Salon <strong>and</strong> Spa cut<br />

her hair. <strong>The</strong> donated hair is<br />

crafted into real hair wigs by<br />

Pantene’s Partner HairUWear<br />

<strong>and</strong> then give to women<br />

affected by hair loss due to<br />

cancer. Good Job Malyssa!<br />

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May through October<br />

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• Bath •<br />

KEYSTONE PARK<br />

Green St. <strong>and</strong> Race St.-Rte. 329 570-249-0131<br />

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• Belvidere •<br />

WARREN COUNTY FARMERS MARKET<br />

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• Emmaus •<br />

EMMAUS FARMERS MARKET<br />

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610-462-3730<br />

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• Nazareth •<br />

NAZARETH’S FARMERS MARKET<br />

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Saturdays 9AM-1PM<br />

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Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 9th 8am – 4pm<br />

No permit required.<br />

MULTI-FAMILY SALE - <strong>September</strong> 9th<br />

9am-3pm. 32 George Ave .Nazareth, PA.<br />

Many items, Including New running boards.<br />

All items are bargain priced. Make an offer<br />

MULTI-FAMILY SALE - <strong>September</strong><br />

9th 8am-2pm; Dining furniture, children’s<br />

clothing, books, HH items, Misses <strong>and</strong><br />

Women’s clothing. Something for everyone.<br />

Great Prices! 4470 Steuben Rd., Bethlehem.<br />

YARD SALE - <strong>September</strong> 15th & 16th<br />

9am – ???; 214 E Prospect St., Nazareth<br />

Holiday decorations, household items,<br />

clothing. And much more<br />

LINE CLASSIFIEDS<br />

1 Issue: $8 2 Issues: $15<br />

CLASSIFIED DISPLAY<br />

1 Issue: 2 Issues:<br />

1 Column X 1.25’’ $15 per insertion or $25 for 2 issues or<br />

1 Column X 1.75’’ $20 per insertion or $30 for 2 issue<br />

PHONE<br />

Mailed or emailed classified ads will only be accepted. No Classified ads will be accepted by phone. Deadline<br />

4:00pm on Friday, prior to publication week. By mail send this form along with your check made payable to: <strong>The</strong> <strong>Belt</strong><br />

<strong>and</strong> <strong>Beyond</strong>, P.O. Box 33, Bangor, PA 18013 ATTN: Classifieds. By Email send Classified ad with Classified ad in the<br />

subject to thebelt<strong>and</strong>beyond@gmail.com. All Classified ads must be pre-paid. No Exceptions. No Refunds or Credits.<br />

CLASSIFIEDS<br />

FREE YARD SALE FORM<br />

Date of Sale ____________________________ Time of Sale _______________<br />

Address of Sale ___________________________________________________<br />

YARD SALES are FREE in<br />

<strong>The</strong> <strong>Belt</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Beyond</strong><br />

Deadlines 4:00pm<br />

Friday prior to publication<br />

25 words maximum<br />

See Yard Sale Form above.<br />

29<br />

Name _________________________________ Phone ___________________<br />

Address _________________________________________________________<br />

City _________________________ State _________________Zip_________<br />

All Contact Information Must Be Included. Deadline for yard sales Fridays at 4:00 p.m.<br />

prior to week of publication. Maximum 25 words. Mail completed form to:<br />

P.O. Box 33 Bangor, PA 18013 or email: yardsales.thebelt<strong>and</strong>beyond@gmail.com or<br />

fax 814-283-4819. No yard sale ads will be accepted over the phone.<br />

YARD SALE - <strong>September</strong> 15th & 16th<br />

9am – 2pm; Costume Jewelry, Frolec 1/3 hsp<br />

Sump Pump, Holiday Decorations, Movies,<br />

Music, Small Appliances, Pocket Knives, Dolls,<br />

Toys, Clothes! Girls (10,12,14), Women’s,<br />

Men’s, Purses / Shoes. 2045 Bushkill Center<br />

Rd., Bath.<br />

YARD SALE - <strong>September</strong> 15th thru<br />

<strong>September</strong> 1<strong>7th</strong> 8am – 3pm; Lots of items –<br />

Vintage HH, Jewelry, Books, Crystal Glasses,<br />

Collectibles, Christmas tree, too much to list. 1<br />

W. Main St., Pen Argyl, PA.<br />

YARD SALE - <strong>September</strong> 15th & 16th<br />

8am-3pm; Furniture, Lamps, Pottery, Dishes,<br />

Antiques, Jewelry, Hundreds of records<br />

50’s-80’s, Franklin Mint, Carasels, 400 bricks<br />

<strong>and</strong> pond. 826 Constitution Avenue Pen Argyl,<br />

PA.<br />

GARAGE SALE - <strong>September</strong> 16th & 1<strong>7th</strong><br />

8am-3pm; Furniture, Clothing, Housewares,<br />

Appliances. Something for Everyone! 227<br />

Broad Street Tatamy, PA. (Rain / Shine)<br />

MULTI VENDOR YARD SALE -<br />

<strong>September</strong> 16th 8am-2pm (Rain or Shine).<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Health <strong>and</strong> Rehab (701 Slate <strong>Belt</strong><br />

Blvd., Bangor)<br />

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE -<br />

<strong>September</strong> 23rd & <strong>September</strong> 24th from<br />

8am-2pm; Plenty of great items for everyone.<br />

901 Walnut Street Bangor, PA.


30 RELIGIOUS SERVICES<br />

Ackermanville United Methodist<br />

1410 Ackermanville Road, Bangor, PA.,<br />

(just off Rt. 191in Ackermanville),<br />

9 AM Sunday School, 10 AM Worship<br />

Rev Alice Ann Bonham, (610) 588-7818<br />

www.ackermanvilleumc.org<br />

Arndt's Lutheran Church<br />

1851 Arndt Road, Easton, PA 18040, 610-253-3732<br />

Worship: Sat. 6:00 PM, Sun. at 8:15 AM Communion;<br />

9:00 AM Children’s Sunday School; 9:30 AM. Confirmation;<br />

10:30 AM Worship. Holy Communion is celebrated on the 1st<br />

& 3rd Sundays of the month.<br />

Tue. - 10:00 AM Open Arms; 7:00 PM Boy Scouts & Bible Study.<br />

Thur. - 10:00 AM Open Arms<br />

Summer Worship Hours - One service at 9:30 AM on Sunday<br />

mornings. <strong>The</strong> Saturday communion service 6:00 PM<br />

Email: arndts.lutheranchurch@rcn. Website: www.arndtslutheran.org<br />

Bangor Church of the Nazarene<br />

150 Bunny Trail, Bangor<br />

9:30 AM Sunday School, 10:40 AM Worship<br />

Powerhouse Praise Practice 5 PM<br />

Teen Straight Talk & Small Groups 6 PM<br />

Kenneth L. Bean, Pastor, (610) 588-6929<br />

Belfast Bible<br />

483 Belfast Road, Belfast<br />

9:30 AM Sunday School (All Ages)<br />

10:45 AM Worship, Evening Service 7 PM<br />

Pastor Michael Yaworski<br />

Belfast Wesley United Methodist<br />

607 School Street, Belfast<br />

9:00 AM Children & Adult Sunday School, 10 AM Worship,<br />

followed by coffee fellowship.<br />

Pastor Paul Milligan, (610) 746-3652<br />

Benders Mennonite Church<br />

975 Benders Church Road, Pen Argyl<br />

10:10 AM Worship, Food Bank 3rd Saturday<br />

of the month 9 AM - 11 AM (610) 863-9114<br />

Bethel Bible Church of Mt. Zion<br />

7742 N. Delaware Dr. (Rt 611) Martins Creek<br />

9 AM Sunday School, 10 AM Worship<br />

Pastor Rick Tunis, (610) 250- 9809<br />

www.bethelbiblechurchofmtzion.org<br />

Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church<br />

419 Bossardsville Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360<br />

570-992-4085, www.christhamilton.org,<br />

email: chulc@ptd.net<br />

Worship Services @ 8:15am & 11:00 am<br />

Sunday school for 3 year olds thru adults @ 9:30am<br />

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church<br />

703 S. Delaware Dr (Rt 611) Stone Church/Mt. Bethel<br />

610-588-7056 e: celcpaorg@yahoo.com<br />

Sunday School 9am (Sept-May)<br />

Worship 10am;communion 1st & 3rd Sunday<br />

www.celcpa.org<br />

Community Baptist<br />

Weona Park Center, Pen Argyl<br />

7 PM Bible Study, Separate class for age 10 & under<br />

Clearfield Bible Holiness Church<br />

1502 Bushkill Center Road, Wind Gap<br />

10:30 AM Sunday School, 11:15 AM & 2 PM Worship<br />

7 PM Thursday Prayer Meeting<br />

Pastor Mike Beck, (570) 369-6563<br />

Community Church<br />

Mount Pocono Location -1050 Memorial Blvd., Tobyhanna, PA<br />

18466 - SUNDAYS 9:30 am | 11:00 am | 12:30 pm<br />

<strong>The</strong> Burgs Location - 2000 Milford Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18301<br />

SUNDAYS 11:00 am<br />

Community Presbyterian<br />

1755 S. Delaware Drive, Mount Bethel<br />

9:15 AM Sunday School, 10:30 AM Worship<br />

Coffee hour on last Sunday of every month<br />

following service cpcmbp@peoplepc.com<br />

2nd Wednesday - Community Eucharistic worship<br />

service beginning on Feb. 8th at 2:00PM<br />

(570) 897-6766, www.yourcpchurch.com<br />

Cross Road Baptist Church<br />

201 S Second Street, Bangor<br />

9:30 AM Sunday School, 10:45 AM Worship<br />

Wednesday 7 pm Prayer/Bible Study<br />

2nd Sunday of Month Free Meal<br />

4-5:30 pm Breaking Bread Soup Kitchen<br />

Rev. Jay VanHorn, Pastor, 610-588-3966<br />

www.crossroadbaptistbangor.com<br />

East Bangor United Methodist Community Church<br />

136 West Central Avenue, East Bangor, PA<br />

Sundays - 8:30 a.m. Choir Rehearsal<br />

9:15 a.m. Worship Service w/Kids Church<br />

10:30 a.m. Adult Forum<br />

After-Church Fellowship (Last Sunday)<br />

4:00-6:00 p.m. Free Dinner (1st Sunday)<br />

2nd Wednesday - 7:00 PM U.M.W. "Esther Circle<br />

Thursdays - 6:30 PM Bazaar Workshop;<br />

7:00 PM Choir Rehearsal<br />

Saturdays - 8:00 PM AA Meeting<br />

Pastor David Goss (610) 588-4453<br />

Dial-A-Message (610) 588-3896<br />

www.ebumc.org<br />

Faith Alive Community Church<br />

10 Mechanic Street, Wind Gap<br />

10 AM Worship,10:45 AM Children’s Church<br />

<strong>and</strong> Next Level (Grades 7-12)<br />

Pastor Matthew Whistler, (610) 863-6911<br />

www.faccpa.org<br />

Faith United Presbyterian<br />

218 W. Penna. Avenue, Pen Argyl<br />

Tues: Faith Quilters-1PM<br />

Wed: Adult Bible Study-10AM<br />

Sun: Choir 9AM, Worship/Church School 10 AM<br />

Rev. Ruth Ann Christopher (610) 863-4447<br />

Family Life Community Church<br />

1115 Richmond Road, Bangor<br />

Wednesday: Kidz Night Out at <strong>The</strong> Hub 6:30-<br />

8:30 PM (Kids ages 6 thru 6th grade), Thursday: Teen<br />

Night Out at <strong>The</strong> Hub 6:30-8:30 PM (Grades <strong>7th</strong> thru<br />

9th) 10 AM Worship Service<br />

Pastor Mike Poppa, (610) 588-3736,<br />

www.flccbangor.com<br />

Faith Lutheran Church,LCMS<br />

2012 Sullivan Trail, Easton (Forks Township)<br />

Phone, 610-253-1625 email: faithlcms@outlook.com<br />

Sunday Worship 8am <strong>and</strong> 10:30am.<br />

Sunday School for all, 9:15am<br />

Holy Communion celebrated, each service<br />

Rev. Christopher Crume<br />

Christian Preschool (ages 2 1/2 to 4)<br />

First United Evangelical<br />

25 South 2nd Street, Bangor<br />

Sun.: Summer Schedule No Sunday School until<br />

<strong>September</strong>. Morning Worship at 10:00 AM<br />

Wed. Eve.: Prayer Meeting <strong>and</strong> Bible Study, 7 PM<br />

Pastor Ronald Shipman, (610)-588-3226<br />

First United Methodist Church<br />

55 North Third Street, Bangor (610) 588-4673<br />

11:00 AM Sunday Service,<br />

Pastor Chris Hardy<br />

firstumcbangor.com<br />

Faith Family Fellowship<br />

1002 Bushkill Center Road, Nazareth<br />

Sundays: 10 AM Worship Service with fellowship time<br />

to follow<br />

Pastor Robert Hampton, 484-408-9624<br />

Flicksville United Church of Christ<br />

1337 Lower South Main Street, Bangor, PA 18013<br />

610-588-4648 www.flicksvilleucc.org<br />

Sunday School 9:30a.m.<br />

Sunday Worship 10:45a.m.<br />

Service will include local musical talent<br />

First United Methodist<br />

19 West & Water Street, Wind Gap<br />

8:45 AM Sunday School<br />

10 AM Worship/Communion<br />

11 AM Fellowship on 1st Sunday of each month<br />

Pastor Bruny Martinez (717) 940-3090<br />

Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church<br />

2904 Church Road, Martins Creek<br />

9 AM Worship, Adult Bible, Study following worship<br />

Pastor Louise Williams<br />

Grace Lutheran Church<br />

5907 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth<br />

9 AM Service, 10:15 AM Sunday School,<br />

10:30 AM Adult Forum<br />

(610) 759-9080, www.gracebelfast.org<br />

Grace United Methodist Church<br />

404 Mountain Avenue, Pen Argyl<br />

8:30 AM Contemporary Worship<br />

10 AM Blended Service, Sunday School<br />

Rev. J. Timothy Fisher (610) 863-4811<br />

Holy Trinity Orthodox Church<br />

1501 Trinity Court, Stroudsburg<br />

9:30 AM Divine Liturgy Sundays<br />

6:30 PM Vespers Saturday<br />

(570) 421-4455, www.holytrinitypoconos.org<br />

Hopesprings Community of Faith<br />

301 Market Street, Bangor<br />

Meeting time 10:00 AM<br />

855-info-hope., www.hopespringscommunity.org<br />

Hope Lutheran Church<br />

240 S. 8th Street, Tatamy, PA<br />

Pastor Herbert Dolich<br />

9:00am Sunday School classes <strong>and</strong> Bible Study (Sept.-May)<br />

10:30am Worship services(Sept.-June)<br />

Hope UCC<br />

701 Cherry Street, Wind Gap<br />

Summer worship hours thru- August 2<strong>7th</strong> at 9:30 am<br />

with NO summer school classes. Communion is the<br />

first Sunday of the month.<br />

Fall hours begin on Sunday, <strong>September</strong> 3rd.<br />

Worship will begin at 10:30 <strong>and</strong> Sunday School<br />

will begin at 9:15 am. Communion is the first of<br />

the month.<br />

AA Meetings - Sundays at 7:00 PM; Mon. & Tues.<br />

Mornings at 10:00 AM; Wed. at 7:00 PM<br />

(610) 863-4474<br />

Living Waters Christian Church<br />

396 Sterling Road Unit D, Tobyhanna<br />

Thursday: 6-7 PM Christian Education, Sunday: 9:15<br />

AM Christian Education, 10:30 AM Worship<br />

Rev. Dr. Jacqueline R. Walters<br />

(570) 350-4710 or (570) 629-5581<br />

livingwaterscc@aol.com<br />

Arsha Vidya Pitham (Institute for Study of<br />

Vedanta, Yoga <strong>and</strong> Meditation)<br />

651, Route 115, Saylorsburg www.arshavidya.org


Mount Bethel Church<br />

1270 Belvidere Corner Road, Mt. Bethel<br />

Pastor Chris Priestaf, (570) 897-7142<br />

Little Friends Preschool (570) 897-7797<br />

email office@mountbethelchurch.org<br />

www.mountbethelchurch.org<br />

Sunday Service Schedule<br />

8:30 & 11am Worship Services<br />

9:45 Confirmation <strong>and</strong> Sunday School<br />

Mount Eaton Church<br />

7277 Mt. Eaton Road, Saylorsburg<br />

Services: 6:30 PM Saturday, 8 AM Sunday Traditional, 10:30<br />

AM Sunday Contemporary,<br />

6 PM Sunday Youth Group, Wednesdays: 7 PM Family Night,<br />

8:30 PM Young Adults’ Group<br />

Pastor Doug Hayes, (570) 992-7050<br />

mounteatonchurch.org<br />

Nazareth Moravian Church<br />

4 South Main Street, Nazareth, (610) 759-3163,<br />

nazarethmoravian.org<br />

Sundays - 9:30am Worship;Fall Hours begin on <strong>September</strong><br />

10th - 8:15 Worship; 9:30 Sunday School; 10:45 Worship<br />

Installation of Board Members, Bible Presentation<br />

5:30pm Confirmation Class<br />

6:00pm Girl Scouts 9/10, 9/24<br />

Wednesdays-6:00pm Weight Watchers: 7:00pm Bible Study<br />

Thursdays-6:30pm Bell Choir: 7:15pm Senior Choir<br />

Sept. 10th- 10:45 Worship Installation of Board Members, Bible<br />

Presentation<br />

Sept. 1<strong>7th</strong> - Fellowship-After Worship<br />

Sept. 24th - Moravian Music Sunday<br />

Northampton God\'s Missionary Church<br />

4965 Nor Bath Blvd, Northampton, PA<br />

Sundays: 10:00 AM, <strong>and</strong> 7:00 PM<br />

Wednesdays at 7:00 PM. (call for location)<br />

Rev. Rodney Keister, (610) 262-4412<br />

www.gmc-n.com<br />

Our Lady of Good Counsel<br />

436 South 2nd Street, Bangor<br />

4 PM Saturday, 8:30 AM Sunday<br />

Pastor Stephen L. Maco, (610) 588-5445<br />

Portl<strong>and</strong> Baptist Church<br />

601 Delaware Avenue, Portl<strong>and</strong><br />

9 AM Sunday School, 10 AM Fellowship, 10:20 AM Worship,<br />

6-7:30 PM AWANA Youth Group/Prayer Meeting/Bible Study,<br />

H<strong>and</strong>icap accessible<br />

(570) 897-6866, www.portl<strong>and</strong>baptistchurch.com<br />

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church<br />

2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor<br />

Every 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month at 5:30 PM Worship &<br />

Holy Communion<br />

Sundays: 9:45 AM Worship & Communion<br />

Rev. Michael J. Scholtes, (610) 588-2355<br />

www.popbangor.org<br />

Presbyterian Parish of Bangor-Roseto<br />

Sunday 10:45 AM Worship Service<br />

Rev. Albert Martin, (610) 588-4864<br />

www.presbyparishbangorroseto.webs.com<br />

Presbyterian Church of the Mountain<br />

Church Lane, Delaware Water Gap (570) 476-0345<br />

Sunday Worship Service: 10 AM in the Sanctuary<br />

Holy Communion: 1st Sunday of each month<br />

Praise Team: 2nd Sunday of each month<br />

Sunday School: during worship in the Fellowship House for<br />

ages 0-12 (childcare <strong>and</strong> class)<br />

Choir Rehearsal: Thursday at 7:30 PM in the Fellowship House<br />

Choir Room, Deacons Meeting: Last Sunday of each month at<br />

11 AM, Session: 2nd Thursday of each month at 7 PM, Bible<br />

Study: each Monday at 7 PM<br />

Richmond United Methodist Church<br />

8538 Delaware Drive (Route 611), Bangor<br />

One Sunday Service at 10:00 AM<br />

Adult Sunday School at 9:00 AM<br />

Children’s Sunday School at 10:00 AM<br />

(610) 588-7317 www.richmondumc.com<br />

Refiner's Fire Ministry<br />

100 Division Street, Portl<strong>and</strong><br />

Sundays: Prayer 9:15 am Worship 10:00 am<br />

Wednesday Night Bible Study 7:00 pm<br />

Friday Night Redemption (Christ-centered, 12 step<br />

meeting) 8:00pm<br />

Pastors Phil <strong>and</strong> Jessica Karasiewicz<br />

570-583-3101<br />

refinersfireministry2006@gmail.com<br />

Slate <strong>Belt</strong> - Nazareth Baptist Church<br />

1620 Church Road, Pen Argyl<br />

Every Tuesday: Mixed Martial Arts/Self Defense<br />

7-8:15 PM,<br />

Sunday: 9:30 AM Sunday School, 10:30 AM Worship<br />

& Children’s Church (nursery provided)<br />

Adult Bible study is at 5:30, AWANA is at 5:30<br />

Pastor Dustin Ulrich, (610) 863-9274<br />

<strong>The</strong> Roseto Independent Presbyterian Church<br />

210 Garibaldi Avenue, Roseto<br />

9:15 AM Greeting, 9:30 AM Service<br />

Rev. Barry Eng, (610) 599-9949<br />

www.RIPC-OnlineToday.org<br />

Salem UCC<br />

2218 Community Drive Bath PA 18014<br />

Worship 8:00 AM; Sunday School, Confirmation Class,<br />

Junior Choir 9:00 AM; Worship 10:15 AM<br />

Sundays Cub Pack 50 1:00 PM<br />

First & Third Mon. of the month Pinochle Club 11 AM-<br />

2:30 PM<br />

Third Monday of the month Consistory Meeting 7:00 PM<br />

Tuesdays Boy Scout Troop 50 6:30-8:00 PM & Senior Choir<br />

7:00 PM<br />

Wednesdays Ladies Aid Quilting 9:00 AM-3:00 PM<br />

Pastor Donald Brown, (610) 759-1652<br />

www.salemuccbathpa.org<br />

St. Brigid’s Episcopal Church<br />

301 Madison Avenue, Nazareth<br />

9 AM Holy Eucharist<br />

Rev. William Martin,<br />

(610) 746-3910, www.stbrigidspa.org<br />

St. Elizabeth’s Parish<br />

300 West Babbitt, Pen Argyl<br />

Masses: 5 PM Saturday, 8 AM, 9:30 AM & 11 AM Sunday<br />

Rev. Msgr. Vincent P. York. (610) 863-4777<br />

St. Luke’s UCC<br />

471 Belfast Road Belfast (Nazareth), PA<br />

Worship 9:30 am<br />

1st Sunday of month Holy Communion<br />

Pastor Frank Gassler, (610) 759-0244<br />

www.stlukesuccbelfast.com<br />

St. Mary’s Episcopal<br />

340 Lehigh Street, Wind Gap<br />

9 AM Eucharist & Sunday School, Coffee hour<br />

follows service<br />

<strong>The</strong> Rev.Canon Joel Atkinson, priest in charge.<br />

(610) 863-8007 saintmarywindgap.webs.com<br />

<strong>September</strong> 7, <strong>2017</strong><br />

Church Services, Times & Information<br />

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St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran<br />

12 North Westbrook, Pen Argyl<br />

8:45 AM Sunday School, 10 AM Worship<br />

(610) 863-4332<br />

St. Joseph’s Episcopal<br />

1440 Verona Drive, Pen Argyl<br />

11 AM Eucharist, Coffee hour after service<br />

<strong>The</strong> Rev. Canon Joel Atkinson, priest in charge.<br />

St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church<br />

1422 Church Road, Pen Argyl<br />

8 AM & 10:15 AM Services, 9 AM Sunday School, 7 PM Praise B<strong>and</strong><br />

(610) 863-6859 www.stpetersplainfield.com<br />

St. Peter’s UCC<br />

401 Broad Street, Tatamy<br />

10:00 AM worship all year; 10:00 AM Sunday school Sept.-May.<br />

Interim Pastor, Darlene Blocker, (610) 252-6515<br />

St. Vincent DePaul Catholic<br />

Delaware Avenue, Portl<strong>and</strong><br />

6 PM Saturday, 10:30 AM Sunday<br />

Rev. Stephen L. Maco, (610) 588-5445<br />

<strong>The</strong> Salvation Army<br />

301 W. Main Street, Pen Argyl, PA 18072<br />

610-863-6677<br />

Sundays: 10 AM Sunday School, Sunday services every<br />

Sunday from 11:00am-12:00pm.<br />

Tuesdays: Food Bank 10 AM-12 PM<br />

Wednesdays: Knitting & Crocheting 10 AM-12 PM<br />

Thurs: 10:30-11:30 AM Home League Women's group.<br />

Free Lunch for Seniors: Tues.-Thurs. 12 PM<br />

<strong>The</strong> Pentecostal Christian Church<br />

the Truth (Iglesia Pentecostal La Verdad)<br />

4 Jory Avenue, Pen Argyl<br />

12 PM Sunday School (Escuela Dominical)<br />

1 PM Praise & Worship (Cuho Evanglistico)<br />

All invited to Bilingual Services<br />

Rev. Frank Pons, (570) 807-7794<br />

Temple Israel of the Poconos<br />

Egalitarian Conservative Synagogue<br />

711 Wallace Street, Stroudsburg<br />

Sabbath Services: Friday 8 PM followed by a Traditional Oneg Shabbat<br />

Saturday 9:30 AM followed by a traditional Kiddush. Services<br />

conducted in both Hebrew & English in a warm, welcoming, Jewish<br />

environment. Hebrew School for ages 4-13<br />

Dr. S<strong>and</strong>ra Alfonsi, 570-223-7062<br />

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran<br />

404 Broadway, Bangor<br />

Sunday School 9am - Worship 10:15am<br />

Pastor Laine, 610-588-2023<br />

www.tlcbangor.com<br />

Trinity United Church of Christ<br />

632 South Delaware Drive, Mt. Bethel<br />

Worship at 9:30 no sunday school<br />

Rev. Rodney W. Wells, (610) 588-1989<br />

Zion Presbyterian Church<br />

Water Street, Wind Gap<br />

9:30 AM Service, Children’s Sunday School during service.<br />

Visitors are welcomed!<br />

Rev. Sam Huffard<br />

Zion United Lutheran Church<br />

1919 Route 209 in Brodheadsville.<br />

Worship: Saturdays 5:00 PM informal spoken service,<br />

Sundays 8:00 AM with recorded music <strong>and</strong> 10:30 AM with<br />

choir. Sunday School for all ages @ 9:15 AM.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Rev. E. Ann Melot~ ELCA<br />

570-992-6988 www.zionulc.com


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insurance<br />

Home, auto, business<br />

<strong>and</strong> life insurance<br />

(that’s easy on your wallet)<br />

Sabatino Insurance Agency Inc<br />

17 S Robinson Ave<br />

Pen Argyl, PA 18072-1765<br />

www.sabatinoagency.com<br />

610-863-6033<br />

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<strong>The</strong> Slate <strong>Belt</strong> Museum<br />

Preserving Our Past For Our Future<br />

Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania 18343<br />

Presenting<br />

<strong>The</strong> History of Cigar<br />

Manufacturing in America<br />

<strong>and</strong> Mt. Bethel<br />

<strong>September</strong> 24th, <strong>2017</strong><br />

1:00-4:00 PM

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