The Lookout Fire Co.

#1 and the Pen Argyl Salvation Army, have teamed up once again for their annual Christmas canned food drive. This years drive will be held on the night of Monday December 9th, starting at 6:45pm. Along with canned foods, they will be also accepting nonperishable food items. On the night of the drive, the fire company asks that you please place your bag of items on your front porch with a porch light on.

At 6:45pm, members of the company will be driving around town in the fire trucks to pick up the items, so be on the lookout. Items may also be dropped off at the fire station that night before 7pm. This year, they hope to have the biggest turnout ever and can not do it without your help. For more information, please contact the fire company by email at info@lookoutfireco.co m or call them at 610863-4121.

The Provisional Rotary Club of the Slate Belt will be holding a breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 14th at the Scorecard Restaurant at 130 N. Broadway in Wind Gap. Tickets are available at The Scorecard of from any Rotary Member. Adults are $8 and children 9 and under eat for free. To accommodate as many as possible there will be two seatings, one at 9am and

one at 11am. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to seating. Snow date is Sunday, December 15th. Call The Scorecard at 610-863-5269 or Bill Skinner at the email or phone number listed. All proceeds help fund projects in all of the Slate Belt Communities, from Dictionaries to donations to projects in the area. For more information contact Bill Skinner at

skinww@epix.net

or

570-350-7609.

Darlene and Curtis Webb Sr., of Upper Mt. Bethel are the parents of seven children, three of whom are Eagle Scouts. Darlene, an RN for the Blood Center of New Jersey and Curtis, who works in manufacturing in High Bridge, NJ, are very proud of all their childrens accomplishments. Curtis Webb II achieved his Eagle Scout ranking in 2005 and his project was a picnic sitting area at East Bangor Fire Hall. A 2006 graduate of Bangor High School, he will graduate in May from East Stroudsburg University and is studying to be a Physicians Assistant. Their second son, William, became an Eagle Scout in 2007. He made a 100 foot walk in St. Johns Cemetery in front of the mausoleum and erected

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a monument to honor all the veterans buried there. He has benches and flowers and a Pennsylvania state flag. His name is engraved in one of the pavers. He will

graduate from ESU in 2014 with a degree in Biology. Their third son, Jefferson, graduated in 2012 and is a sophomore at ESU. He erected a sign at Bangor Memorial

Park and put in flower beds and solar lights. He became an Eagle Scout in 2012. He has plans to return to the Bangor Area School District as a teacher after graduation from ESU.

The Pocono Garden Club will hold the December luncheon at noon on Tuesday, December 10th at the Chateau at Camelback. The new officers for 2014-15 will be installed. The design exhibit will be a designers choice arrangement of artificial materials on a sleigh or sled. Payments are due by the end of November to Jean Singlemann , PO box 246, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. Members are $25. Call Jean for non-member rates at 570-421-2068. Pennsylvanias Low

Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) grant program is now accepting applications, according to Senate Majority Whip Pat Browne. LIHEAP, which opened on November 4th, provides grants of up to $1,000 to help lowincome families pay heating bills during the winter months. LIHEAP also offers crisis grants of up to $500 for families who experience heating emergencies, such as a broken furnace, fuel shortage or utility termination. Local

residents can apply for LIHEAP grants online at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services (COMPASS) website, compass.state.pa.us. More information on the program is also available by calling the LIHEAP hotline at 1-866-857-7095. On December 6th at 6:30pm, Pen Argyl Borough will host a very special evening at the Weona Park Community Center. Mayor Sabatine, Borough Council and the Pen Argyl Outreach Committee invite the families of Pen Argyl to attend the Pen Argyls Holiday Celebration at the Community Center located in Weona Park. Join friends, family and neighbors for a joyous holiday celebration. There will be free drinks and snacks. The goodies, drinks and gifts are being donated by local businesses, the Mayor and Pen Argyl Borough Council. In case of inclement weather the event will be held Sunday, December 9th at 1pm. FMI: contact the Pen Argyl Borough Manager, 610-863-1822.

A Community Christmas Cantata, sponsored by Grace United Methodist Church, 404 E Mountain Avenue in Pen Argyl, featuring choir members from six area churches, will be held on Sunday, December 15th, at 3:30pm. The Straw Hats Society will provide prelude selections. A free will offering will go to the Salvation Army of Pen Argyl. Nursery care will be provided. The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church is sponsoring a bus trip to the Sight & Sound Theater in Strasburg, PA, to see MOSES on Thurs., May 1, 2014. The cost is $92 and includes the bus, show, and smorgasbord dinner at Shady Maple Restaurant. For more info., call Jackie Williams Bartosh at 570-9926820 or Chris Ott at 610-588-1429. We love hearing from you! Send your birthdays, anniversaries and tidbits of information to: The PRESS 1 Broadway Bangor, PA 18013

Here is a list of the new items added to the collection of the Bangor Public Library during the week of November 21st to November 27th. Adult Fiction: Berwin, Margot Hothouse Flower and the 9 Plants of Desire; Eisler, Barry The Detachment; Kellerman, Faye Stone Kiss; McInerny, Ralph Stained Glass; Mosse, Kate Sepulchre; Rice, Anne Blackwood Farm; Simmons, Jane Daisy's Day Out. Adult Non-Fiction: Feiler, Bruce Walking the Bible; Sora, Steven The Lost Treasure of the Knights Templar. Adult Large Print Fiction: Brown, Sandra Demon Rumm; Brown, Sandra Long Time Coming. Young Adult Fiction: Colebank, Susan Cashing In; Weston, Robert Paul Dust City. Junior Fiction: Holub, Joan Aphrodite the Beauty; Holub, Joan Artemis the Loyal; Holub, Joan Athena the

Brain; Holub, Joan Athena the Wise; Holub, Joan Persephone the Phony. Easy Fiction: Berenstain, Stan The Berenstain Bears Save Christmas; Simmons, Jane Daisy Says Coo!; Simmons, Jane Daisy's Favorite Things; Simmons, Jane Go to Sleep, Daisy; Szekeres, Cyndy Teeny Mouse Counts Herself. Easy Non-Fiction: Tiritilli, Jerry Find Frosty as He Sings Christmas Carols; Tiritilli, Jerry Find Santa Claus as He Brings Christmas Joy; Tiritilli, Jerry Find the Gifts on the Twelve Days of Christmas; Tiririlli, Jerry Find the Nutcracker in His Christmas Ballet. Reference: Consumer Reports Buying Guide. DVDs: Bambi II; Barbie of Swan Lake; Bob the Builder : help is on the way!; Peter Pan; Thomas & Friends : Engines and Escapades; Thomas & Friends: The Greatest Stories.

COMMUNITY ALERT AGAINST SLUDGE DUMPING

Synagro Plans To Spread Sewage Sludge On Farmland In Upper Mount Bethel In Early December! The sludge is waste coming from as many as 40+ sewage treatment plants in PA and includes sewage and human waste, and can also include industrial & pharmaceutical waste, heavy metals, etc. Mr. Peter Price from SYNAGRO has confirmed that there will be a smell in the community. Other towns that are fighting this say they cant sell or enjoy their properties because of the smell and flies, and people & animals are getting sick The PA DEP is only required by law to check for 10 pollutants with very high acceptable levels, but there could be thousands of dangerous chemicals present. SYNAGRO says sludge is not harmful, but access to the fields is restricted for 30 days after application. SYNAGRO says wetlands, homes, and wells will have a buffer

zone, how does this protect against heavy rain runoff onto our properties and/or seepage into our wells? Recent buffer violations sickened Bangor school children and teachers. Are we going to let UMB become a toilet? Waste haulers and state bureaucrats say: Here Comes the SLUDGE! But if you don't want it WHO DECIDES? People have rights, and in a democracy, the people govern. Oh, and Consent of the Governed matters. What if you don't consent to be SLUDGED? Last we heard, corporations aren't people; they're property! So Who Decides? Them or YOU?" Should it be legal that they violate your rights? Let's Decide that it's Not Okay! On December 9, 2013 at 6pm join us at the Upper Mt. Bethel Township Building and tell your Supervisors that you support the Community Bill of Rights. Visit our facebook page at www.facebook. com/nosludge, which will be updated regularly and

include informational literature, or email us with questions/comments to nosludgeinumbt@gmail.c om Volunteers welcome. GET THE WORD OUT TO YOUR NEIGHBORS NOW! Shane and Shawna Flyte

Thank You From the family of

Delores Knecht: We would like to thank everyone for the flowers, cards, phone call and prayers after our mothers passing. God Bless and Thank You. Tammy Donelly and Kerry Knecht

A Thank You Note I was at Giant Market in

Wind Gap recently when I could not find my car. This wonderful gentleman found my car for me. What an angel. There sure are nice people out there. Thank you and God Bless you fjor a fine service you did. Shirley Englert

Thank you to all the volunteers who gave their time in making the October Steam Engine Show a success at Jacktown Grove. We had more people at this show than we ever had before. Your continued support is very much appreciated and allows us the opportunity to continue to educate our youth of times past. Again, Thank You. Blue Mountain Antique Gas and Steam Engine Association, Inc. Board of Directors

Thank You

By Maria Cascario Computer Troubleshooters has more than 450 offices worldwide. Scott Gingold owns the local office serving the residents and businesses of the Slate Belt area. Our mission is to provide the technology solutions and answers that people need but as importantly deliver the customer service they expect. Their mission statement is that the technology repair and maintenance services that we provide are the best of the best. The only thing we do better is deliver amazing customer service. For better or worse, technology plays a huge role in our lives, both at home and at the office. Scott said We give our customers the straight and honest information they need to make the decisions that will help them to be more productive. For businesses, our typical work includes network administration, server repair and maintenance, work station repair and fix. On the residential side, we assist our customers with virus removal, tuning up their computers for maximum efficiency, helping them with wireless needs, as well as anything else relating to their computer and their home network. Scott said that another reason they expanded into the Slate Belt region is that the people in this area appreciate having uniformed, certified and well trained company employees available to take

care of their needs. We do not engage stragglers or fly-by-nights. Our staff is 100% company employees and they sign non-compete and confidentiality agreements. They go through a criminal background check also. Since Computer Troubleshooters serve medical and legal professionals also, they follow strict privacy, HIPPA, and ethical standards. Employees show up on service calls in marked vehicles and call ahead of time. We are also one of the few companies, if any, to have a female technician on the road. Many businesses unfortunately found themselves without the proper back up and disaster recovery systems during Superstorm Sandy. We offer our customers many options to not only meet

their needs but their budgets as well. Computer Troubleshooters has been in business eight years and have a solid reputation and loyal following of customers everywhere they serve. Scott said On April 8, 2014, Microsoft officially ends all support for Windows XP, Office 2003 and Server 2003. What this means to customers is that after April 8, there will be no patch-up dates or service packs from Microsoft. It also means that legal and legitimate IT companies like Computer Troubleshooters will not touch these machines. The reason is that we would lose our certification and partner status with Microsoft. Scott is proud of the fact that his company answers their phones live and after hours their answering service will page the technician on call. Like utility companies, they call in resources from out of state if needed. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 5:30, Saturday, 9am until noon. They can be reached at 610-866-2828. Computer Troubleshooters is located at 51 E. Elizabeth Ave., Bethlehem, PA. They also have drop off points at Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce, 187 Blue Valley Drive, Bangor and Pak Mail of Easton, 1700 Sullivan Trail, Easton, PA.

Hello fellow readers, Winter predictions are always a popular topic this time of year. You've heard the folklore; the wider the middle brown section of the wooly bear caterpillar the milder the coming winter. The more frenzied the nut collecting of squirrels the harsher the winter. While visiting the Lakota Wolf Preserve in early August, Pam noted their critters were way ahead in developing winter coats indicating a tough winter ahead. The legends go on and on and are fun to anticipate but we look forward to the official opinion of the experts. Marcia of Columbia turned me onto an authority in our area the Eastern Pennsylvania Weather Authority (EPAWA) who recently released their 2013/14 Winter Outlook. They provide detailed technical information based on trends of several indicators using acronyms and lingo that frankly are puzzling to

me kind of like todays business jargon. "There are some indications that warming in ENSO regions 3.4 and 4 would suggest a weak El Nino may begin to develop sometime in January. This, combined with some other factors (especially a declining QBO) is a grand slam for snow lovers. Oh boy, at least I understand the grand slam part. They did share some easy to understand associations such as there is significantly more snow cover in Canada this time of year as compared to the last two indicating less chance cold air will moderate as it reaches our latitude. Translated, arctic blasts are likely to last longer. Another variable, the sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic are warmer than usual due to the lack of tropical storm activity which may hold snow events longer on land. Wahoo, it sounds like a grand slam indeed! Speaking of business jargon mumbo jumbo; while trying to predict this winters forecast, I read through the analytics and drilled down to get to the minutia of the winter weather ahead. But at the end of the day, I circled back and reached out to the reliable woolly bear caterpillar. Garden dilemmas? askmarystone.com

(NAPSI)You can save yourself some time, space and effort this holiday season and make entertaining carefree with the help of a few organizing tips aimed at different areas of your home. Entryway You can make a great first impression the moment visitors come into your home with an organized entryway. Use colors and textures to add personal style to your organization solution. The experts at EasyClosets, an online provider of custom organization solutions, suggest exploring the many color options available, including popular neutrals with gray values, true browns and gray browns. Detailed textured finishes with natural characteristics of real wood can add sophisticated flair and make any room feel more inviting. Store off-season items out of sight to create a clean and tidy appearance. Custom cabinets provide hidden storage while shoe shelves, pull-out baskets, racks and drawers can be added to keep everyday essentials organized. Provide a convenient place to sit or to store items as you enter or leave your home. A built-in bench becomes a landing pad to slip shoes on and off or to

place backpacks or groceries temporarily. It can also offer a comfortable place to relax with a good book after the holiday hustle and bustle. Kitchen Your kitchen is the center of holiday preparations and likely the heart of your home all year. An organized pantry that blends beautifully with your home can save you valuable time when youre entertaining or just serving everyday family meals. Here are hints on how to do it: Keep the ingredients and equipment you use most often at eye level on open shelves, while less frequently used items or breakables can be kept higher up. Simplify meal prep by keeping spices at the ready in their own special slide-out rack that tucks away neatly when its not needed. Use vertical dividers to separate trays, cutting boards, platters and pans, placing them

within arms reach. Keep linens, utensils, serving tools and party supplies neatly organized and accessible in cabinets and fully extending drawers. Place your wine collection on display and make selecting wine easier with a built-in wine rack. Add stemware holders to keep glasses handy any time you want to raise a toast, while providing safe and convenient storage. Living Room Keep your family room organized for holiday entertaining with a media center personalized to fit your home decor and lifestyle. Organize your media components behind doors or on open shelves while keeping controls handy in fully extending drawers. Wires everywhere? Keep your room looking uncluttered and

clean with a built-in cable management system. EasyClosets media centers include extra space behind and beneath the drawers to hold cables, power strips and a wireless router. Whats more, you dont have to settle for standard sizes and limited colors. You can choose the style, color and even the size to customize a media center for your exact space and flat-screen TV. Theres a plethora of configuration options, so you can have a personalized approach to designing a media center that is uniquely your own. Best of all, it will be made to order without the wait: Orders placed by 6:00 p.m. ET ship the next business day. Learn More For further tips and organizing ideas, go to www.EasyClosets.com or call (800) 910-0129.

(NAPSI)The number of people over age 50 providing care for at least one living parent has soared to more than 10 million, according to the Center for Long Term Care Research and Policy at New York Medical College. This responsibility frequently comes at a time when caregivers are confronted with many other stressors, including retirement, financially supporting adult children or dealing with health concerns of their own. Caring for aging loved ones often involves making difficult decisions about when to begin searching for a senior living facility and how to select the right one. Sue Mullaney, a geriatric nurse practitioner, knows firsthand the emotional, financial and physical toll these kinds

of decisions can take. Mullaney is the National Director of Clinical Programs for Optum CarePlus, which coordinates care in thousands of nursing homes across the nation. She offers these tips to help ease the burden for people beginning the search for a nursing home: Evaluate the quality of health care. Learn how each prospective facility coordinates care, as well as how and when residents will have access to medical professionals. Are supervisors on-site to oversee the quality of care provided? Are registered nurses or nurse practitioners available for additional care coordination? Knowing each facilitys procedures will help you make the best choice. Determine the right treatment option. Some

nursing homes specialize in rehabilitative services while others focus on caring for patients with specific conditions, such as Alzheimers or stroke recovery. Depending on your loved ones needs, search for a facility with the right specialization. Consider the appearance. When it comes to selecting a nursing home, you can judge a book by its cover. Take a good look around a facilitys dining area, community spaces and living areas, as well as the exterior grounds. Are they clean and well cared for? Are employees courteous and professional? Are residents interacting and participating in activities? These answers are important to determine the quality of life at a facility. Set clear expectations. Once you select the right

nursing facility, ask the staff to develop a written care plan for the individual who will receive care. Request a time to review it with family members. By communicating care needs to facility staff early in the process, you can help prevent a lapse in care during the transition. This process will also help you build relationships with personnel and set expectations for methods and frequency

of communication with family members. Throughout the process, remember that the more information you have, the more comfortable you and your loved ones will be with your decision. Considering these criteria will help you prioritize your needs and select the right facility. To learn more about CarePlus, visit www.Optum.com/Care Plus.

Tuesday, October 22, at the CIT in Forks Township, Vics Martins Creek Porch Gang, the family of Joseph Pippy Cosenza and students and staff of the CIT met to honor his memory by planting a tree with a plaque noting his thirty years of service as an instructor at the school. Ron Roth, CIT principal addressed the crowd and remarked on Pippys dedication to the school and his former students. Mr. Roth recalled that Pippy was an original member of the staff when the new school opened at its present site. Additionally, he stated that a future scholarship will be designated in Pippys name. Vic Giobbi, a longtime friend recalled Pippys knack for storytelling. Pippy was a contributor to Angela Herrlingers book The Italian Experience in Pennsylvanias Slate Belt providing many

funny and interesting stories on Italian Heritage while growing up in Martins Creek. Tom DiSabatino, another longtime friend, remembered Pippy as an avid collector and wine maker who never forgot his Martins Creek roots and stated his presence on the porch has been missed. After the students planted the tree everyone returned to Jonathans Restaurant in Martins Creek for a Luncheon.

This is the time of year that I feel the cold in my bones and my body is telling me I need some pampering. It certainly helps the winter to seem shorter if you treat yourself to spa services. I found a spa that has reasonable rates for exceptional service. It is in my "must go" category; not because it is a huge spa with water fountains and fancy gold leaf columns; but because the services are constantly excellent for a reasonable price. I really don't feel too good when I go to a spa and pay a grand amount of money for services, only to feel as though I ended up with a minimal service. I actually feel worse than when I went in, when that happens. I assure you this will not happen at Jennifer's. Jennifer's Hair Salon and Day Spa, located at 6 East Main St. in

By Doreen Rutherford

quaint Pen Argyl, is owned by Jennifer Reto-Renaldo. She is always at the spa, making sure you are getting the best of care. Jennifer has operated her business for over 34 years starting with hair services and then providing clients with spa treats as well. The Spa experience was possible by creating a "Spa Space" on the second floor, making room for massage therapy, facials and body scrubs. The Massage Therapist, London Dickey, specializes in Swedish, Deep Tissue and Hot Stone Massages. On the second floor, there is also a consignment boutique with some really cute items for Men, Women and Children, including shoes, handbags and accessories. I prefer the deep tissue massage. London has very strong hands, but

she also does the Swedish method well, and is always attentive to whatever physical issues I might have when I come in for my massage. Everyone works hard to make sure I have the most relaxing experience possible. The massage is 60 minutes on a heated table in a pleasant room. After your massage, make sure you rest and drink plenty of water. I recommend calling the salon to inquire about their holiday spa packages, it would make a great gift to a friend, family member or, like I do, to yourself. They are having an Open House on Sunday, December 8th, from 5pm to 7pm with appetizers, door prizes and a visit from Santa. Gift certificates for Christmas Specials for all services will be available as well as a whole list of unique vendors.

The Bangor High School Class of 1969 is planning their 45th class reuinion. Some graduates of our class can not be located. If there is anyone who did not recieve a Save the Date Card, please contact Sandy Palma at flmngo51@hotmail.com. Pocono Mountain Harley Owners Group is now accepting nonperishable food items for their annual food drive. Dropoffs can be made at Pocono Mountain Harley Davidson and Krohns Foreign Car Service. Collections will also be taken at Shop Rite in Broadheadsville December 9th and 19th from 11am-3pm. Plainfield Township Public Meeting December 5, 2013 at 7 pm. Little Bushkill Creek Study: You are invited to attend a Public Meeting hosted by the Plainfield Township Board of Supervisors and EAC regarding the study of the Little Bushkill Creek. In response to water quality results obtained in 2012, and input from the Department of Environmental Protection the Township hired URS Corporation to conduct an assessment of the stream and develop a restoration plan. The meeting will be held at Plainfield Township, 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, PA. Spaghetti Dinner with all the trimmings on Friday, December 6th from 4:30 - 8 PM at the American Legion, off Rt 209, Gilbert, benefits Waggin' Tails Pet Rescue. Spaghetti dinner includes meatballs, marinara, salad, dessert, coffee and soda. Cost is $8 adults, children 3-12 $5 and under 3 free! There will be raffle tickets available also! Belfast Wesley UMC, 607 School Rd, Nazareth, December 7th, 7pm. Caroling under the pines. Old fashion caroling around a campfire, after caroling will be roasting hot dogs and marshmallows for smores. Call Paul for more information 1-908-5652447. Breakfast With Santa, Wind Gap Fire Co. 111 N. Broadway, Wind Gap, Saturday December 7, 8am until noon. .Full buffet, craft, gift and picture with Santa. To RSVP, call Tiffany at 610-654-4515 or Erika at 610-863-0707. Also reserve a visit from Santa on the Fire Truck December 7, 1pm until 3pm. Sponsored by Auxiliary and Wind Gap Borough. The Chatham Community Band, under the direction of Mr. Brian Conti, will be presenting their holiday concert this season on December

7th at 7pm, Chatham High School auditorium, 255 Lafayette Ave. The band is comprised of adult volunteer members devoted to bringing instrumental music to the Chatham area and surrounding communities. . Suggested donation is $10.00, and refreshments will be served during the intermission. Christmas at the Blue Mountain Community Library! December 7th, 10am on the second floor of the library, Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at the library to read stories to the children and listen to their requests. This event is free and appropriate for young children accompanied by an adult. Children will enjoy a fun activity and receive a special treat. Parents are encouraged to bring their cameras. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave. in Pen Argyl. Call Lisa at 610-863-3029 for information. Visit the website at www.bmcl.org. The annual Bangor Elks Lodge 1106 sponsored Hoop Shoot free throw contest will be held at Washington Elementary Gym on Saturday, December 7, 1pm. Youngsters from Bangor, Pius X, Pen Argyl, Faith Christian, Easton, Nazareth, Wilson, and Notre Dame are welcome to compete. You can register at the school on the day of the contest at 12:30 P. M. when the doors open. Any questions, call Pete Nell at 610-295-2334. Breakfast with Santa to Benefit the Bangor Public Library on Saturday, December 7th at the East Bangor Fire Department. The event will run from 9 am-12 pm and will include pancakes, sausage, fruit, and baked goods. Tickets are being sold now at the Bangor Public Library, Adults $5 and Children $3 (children 2 and under are free.) Tickets will also be sold at the door. All proceeds benefit the Bangor Public Library. East Bangor Vol. Fire Co. Bazaar December 8th 10am-2pm Fill a bag for $2.00. Donations of new and gently used items can be dropped off at the fire house Monday nights. Baked Ziti Dinner To Help Raise Money For The Bangor Fire Victims, all proceeds will be

donated directly to the families. Bangor Elks, December 8th, 12-3pm. $8 adults, $5 kids (12 and under), under 5 free. To donate items for the raffle or dinner contact dawn abbott 484-866-7233. For more information on all other donations contact Jennifer Newland 610-217-7088. Monroe County Historical Association Annual Holiday Luncheon at the Stroud Mansion Fundraiser December 12th and December 13th, There are two seatings each day. The early lunch seating will be held from 11am. until 12:30pm. and the Late lunch seating will be held 1pm until 2:30pm. The Holiday Luncheon will be held on the second floor of the historic 1795 Stroud Mansion, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, $19 per person. Tickets must be purchased at the Stroud Mansion. FMI: 570-421-7703 or mcha@ptd.net. A Dickens Christmas at Kirkridge, December 12th, off Rt. 191 at Fox Gap Rd, Doors open at 6pm, Dinner at 6:30pm. To make reservations and to view the menu visit www.kirkridge.org or call 610-588-1793. Seating is limited, deposit required. BYOB. $40 per person (tax included) Gratuity Extra. 37th Annual Christmas Concert at Tuscarora, featuring Steve Green. December 14th, 7:30pm, Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center, Mt. Bethel. Tickets are $20, prior to the concert there will be a five-course fillet mignon and salmon banquet starting at 5pm for $25, advanced reservations required. Also, on December 13th, there will be a concert featuring the Crist Family

at 7:30pm. FMI or to register for the banquet or concert call 570-897-6000 or www.tuscarora.org. The East Bangor UMC Singles' Ministry and church congregation will go Christmas caroling on Friday, December 13th at 6:30pm Meet at the church to carpool to the Slate Belt Nursing Home, Senior Apts., and Bangor High Rise. Bring your favorite snack for sharing afterwards. For more info., email Cindy at EBUMCSM@yahoo .com or call 610-614-1477. The ministry is open to all singles, divorcees, widows and widowers of any age. The church is located at 136 W.Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. East Bangor Vol. Fire Co. Craft show Dec. 14 11am-3pm Santa will arrive on the fire truck at 12. 12:30 donuts and milk with Santa. Vendors tables available call 610-5885996. NCC Presents Winter Danceworks Students from the Northampton Dance Ensemble, December 12th, 11:15am., and December 13th, 7:30pm Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Main Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township the Acta Non Verba dance club will perform pieces choreographed by Northampton Community College dance faculty at a Winter Danceworks. Admission is free with a donation of a nonperishable food item for a local food bank. FMI:call 610-861-5300. Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 15, at Tractor Supply, Rte. 209, Brodheadsville. Safe Haven will have

many young dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org. Fun-Filled Senior Day hosted by PAHS SADD, Leo Club, and Student Government, Friday December 20th, 8:30am-12:30pm. Enjoy sounds of the chours and jazz band, continental breakfast and luncheon.

RSVP as soon as possible, open to all Pen Argyl Area School District Senior Citizens. RSVP by December 11th, 610-8631293, Ext.1. Columbia Fire Co. #1, Roseto will be sponsoring a Breakfast with Santa on December 21st, 9-11am at the Firehouse. The event is open to all children from Roseto borough as children and grandchildren of current Fire Co. members. Cost is FREE for those under 10. Adults and children over 10, the cost is $5. Please call 610-588-0597 or email kidsparty@ columbiafireco.org.

The holiday activities at the East Bangor United Methodist Community Church begin with the weekly "Lighting of the Advent Candle" and special readings by families and friends each Sunday at 9:15 a.m. The "Tree of Warmth" is a collection of outerwear, as well as socks and blankets for the needy families in our area. These items are given to needy families in the area. On Sunday, December 8th, the men's choir will offer an anthem during the 9:15 a.m. worship service. The Singles' Ministry and church congregation Christmas Caroling will be held on Friday, December 13th @ 6:30 p.m. Meet at the church to carpool for caroling at the Slate Belt Nursing Home, Senior Apts., and Bangor High Rise. Bring your favorite snack to share afterwards. Call Cindy (610-614-1477) for more info. On Sunday, December 15th, at 9:15 a.m. the choir will present their traditional Advent Lovefeast entitled "Night" with songs,

prayers and food. Moravian love feast buns and coffee will be served. The Sunday School Christmas Program will be held during the 9:15 a.m. service on Sunday, December 22nd. Jesus's birthday party will follow. On Christmas Eve there will be a "Candlelight Service of Carols" beginning at 7:00 p.m. To hear an inspirational message everyday call "Dial-AMessage" at 610-5883896. And, the Manna Ministry continues to distribute free personal care items every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. For more information about church activities, call 610-588-4453 or visit www.ebumc.org. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt.512), East Bangor. Pastor Dave Goss and congregation welcome everyone to join in the celebration of the birth of Christ.