Free GED Classes Will Start on Monday, October 3

Free GED classes for residents of the Bangor, Nazareth and Pen Argyl school districts will begin the week of October 3. Adults who attend classes for a minimum of 50 hours and pass the GED exam will receive an equivalency high school diploma. Classes will meet from 6-8:30 p.m. through November, after which there will be a break until classes resume in January. Meeting days and locations will be as follows: Bangor: Class will meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in the library of DeFranco Elementary School. Nazareth: Class will meet Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays in the lower level of the Nazareth Senior High School library. Pen Argyl: Class will meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in the library at Pen Argyl Senior High School. Most of the funding for the GED program will come from federal and state education grants managed by Northampton Community College (NCC). The local school districts also contribute money to the programs. NCC operates one of the largest adult literacy programs in Pennsylvania. Graduates sometimes go on to pursue degrees from the College after earning their GEDs. Over the past 28 years more than 700 residents of Bangor, Nazareth and Pen Argyl school districts have earned GEDs through the local adult literacy program. All of the teachers from last year will be returning this fall. Please call Northampton Community College at 610-861-5427 to register or for more information.

Morganelli Presents $10,000 Check to Police For K-9 Unit

He said hes been getting good responses. K-9 Units appear to be one of the fastest growing tools for police in their fight against crime. This proposed addition to the Bangor Police Department may one day touch your life or that of a loved one. Mayor John Brown said The intention to bring Mr. Morganelli to Bangor was to help him understand the changes in the Borough. He learned what the Borough needs directly from business owners and community leaders. In the morning we had a Breakfast meeting with officials from neighboring Slate Belt communities. It was a very successful visit from the perspective of the groups involved, Morganelli said.

Left to right, in front of the office of The PRESS: Sharon Davis, Revitalization Coordinator of Borough Business Revitalization Program; Mayor John Brown, District Attorney John Morganelli, Mike Hunsicker, Bangor Police Dept. Interim Administrator, and Bonnie LaBar, Chair of Design/ Physical Improvements, BBRP.

Recently, District Attorney John Morganelli visited Bangor. The day was arranged by Mayor Brown and Council President Craig Roberts. Mr. Morganelli was a guest at a Welcome Breakfast where he met

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with business owners and public officials. He participated in a walking tour of downtown Bangor. Mr. Morganelli presented a $10,000 check to Mayor John Brown towards the K-9 Unit which the Borough is initiating. The check is from drug

forfeiture money. Officer Kevin Jones wrote a K-9 Unit proposal. John Kasden, Bangor Borough Manager, said Council approved at their September meeting, the procurement of a K-9 unit. Kasden sent out letters requesting donations for the Fund.

Yvonne Roberts Donates Hair to Beautiful Lengths

Yvonne Roberts, daughter of Arthur Vennel, donated 10 inches of her hair, on his birthday, to "Beautiful Lengths, a program from Pantene which is donated to cancer patients. This was done in memory of Arthur's wife, Katherine Vennel, who passed away in April of this year. Pantene created Beautiful Lengths because healthy hair means a lot, and the appearance of healthy hair means so much to women battling cancer. Pantene wants to be there for women when looking and feeling healthy is so important to them. As one breast cancer survivor put it, "It was very hard when my hair started falling out. It was coming out in chunks. It really takes away who you are when you look in the mirror." Many of the women they help say that putting on a wig makes them feel like them-

selves again. When you donate your hair to the cause, youre helping make that happen. Beautiful Lengths is a partnership between Pantene and the American Cancer Society, the largest nonprofit health organization committed to saving lives from every cancer, in every community, and improving the quality of life for people facing the disease.

The role of Pantene is to help women grow long, strong, beautiful hair and provide the funds to turn this hair into free, real-hair wigs for women with cancer. So far, Pantene has donated 18,000 free real-hair wigs to the American Cancer Societys wig banks which distribute wigs to cancer patients across the country. Theyre currently the countrys

largest donor of real-hair wigs through the American Cancer Society. Because real-hair wigs are expensive, and many women with cancer cant afford them, demand for these wigs is high. They can only create as many wigs as donations, so your part is critical to improving the lives of as many women as possible.

Happy Birthday wishes to Mrs. Alverta Reddinger of the Episcopal Apartments. She will be 96 years young on September 29th. Way to go! We woulde like to wish General Contractor William Mann a very Happy Belated Birthday. He celebrated on September 25th.

The Roseto Community Yard Sale Days will be held on September 30th, October 1st, and October 2nd, from 8am to 5pm. The North Bangor Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary will be hosting a Harvest Fest and Vendor Day on October 22nd, from 10am to 4pm. There

will be games, food, and vendors. Vendors are wanted for this event. The cost is $10 per spot, or $15 for two spots. For more information, call Amanda at 570855-5756 or Robin at 610-588-0534. We would like to wish Hailey Mintz a very Happy Birthday on September 29th. Have a fantastic day, Hailey! Patricia Mucha will be having a birthday on September 30th. We hope you have a great

day, Patricia! We would like to wish Cody Yeagle a very Happy First Birthday! Happy Anniversary to Barbara and Leslie Shoemaker, who will be celebrating on October 2nd. We love hearing from you! Send your birthdays, anniversaries, and other tidbits of information to us at: The PRESS 1 Broadway, Bangor, PA 18013
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Here is a list of the new items added to the collection of the Bangor Public Library during the week September 8 through 14. Adult fiction: Toibin, Colm, Mothers and sons. Large Print fiction: Coulter, Catherine, Split second; Evans, Nicholas, The brave; Gerritsen, Tess, The keepsake; Gardner, Lisa, Hide; Goldberg, Lee, Mr Monk goes to the firehouse; Grafton, Sue, S is for silence; Patterson, James, Sundays at Tiffanys; Roberts, Nora, The pagan stone; Sandford, John, Bad blood. Adult non-fiction:

Denbury, Jo, Havens and hideaways; Hanna, David, Sinatra: Ol Blue Eyes remembered; Haxell, Philip, Simple handmade garden furniture; Klugman, Jack, Tony and me; Moss, Stephen, How to build birdhouses and feeders; Patchett, Ann, Truth and beauty; Sedaris, David, Me talk pretty one day; Stiles, David, Rustic retreats; Tulku, Tarthang, Tibetan relaxation. Young Adult fiction: Carlson, Melody, Becoming me; Carlson, Melody, Its my life; Carlson, Melody, Who I am; Vrontisis, Darien Drew, Ian and the golden frog.

New Editions added to the collection at The Blue Mountain Community Library. Adult Fiction: 1105 Yakima Street, Debbie Macomber; The Language of Flowers, Vanessa Diffenbaugh; Story Of A Beautiful Girl, Rachel Simon; Trader of Secrets, Steve Martini. Large Print: Born To Die, Lisa Jackson; Saint's Gate, Carla Neggers; The Soldier's Wife, Margaret Leroy;

Split Second, Catherine Coulter. Adult Non-fiction: Called To Coach, Bobby Bowden; Rescue Ink, Denise Flaim; Seal Team Six, Howard Wasdin. Young Adult Fiction: Identical, Ellen Hopkins; The Dead-Tossed Waves, Carrie Ryan. Juvenile Fiction: Ottoline and The Yellow Cat, Chris Riddell; Charlie Bone And The Red Knight, Jenny Nimmo.

Families First 5K Race And 1 Mile Fun Walk

On Saturday, October 1st, rain or shine, a 5K Race and One Mile Fun Walk will be held, beginning at the Wind Gap Borough Park. The event will benefit Families First, the family center serving residents in the Pen Argyl School District. Registration will begin at 7:45am, with the race starting at 9am. Sponsors this year are: Premier Sponsor; Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Corporate Sponsors: Green Knight Economic Development Corporation, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Two Rivers Health and Wellness Foundation; Logo Sponsors: Aardvark Sports Shop, Bangor Podiatry, LLC, Brown Daub in Wind Gap, DKA Limited, MSCF / Community Counseling Services, Pen Argyl Area School District, Pen Argyl Pizza, Pinebrook Family Services; Name Sponsors: Avon- Rep. Paula Dahlenburg, Detzis Traven, ESSA Bank and Trust, FirstStar Bank, Gods Love Nursery School, Hoch Accounting, Huth Insurance, J and Rs Smokehouse, Lafayette Ambassador Bank, Marjorie W. Reagan, LCSW Counseling and Psychotherapy, Merchants Bank, Miss Roses Preschool in Memory of Lisa Hoppe, Reimer Brothers, Inc., Sabatino Insurance Agency, State Representative Marcia M. Hahn, Lucy Flinn State Farm Insurance Agent, St. John Lutheran Church Pen Argyl, St. Peters Lutheran Church, The Chandler Estates, Inc., and Wegmans. Awards will be given for the fastest overall male and female and top three finishers in each age category. There will also be a bake sale, raffle, and door prizes. Come out and join in the fun! The one-mile fun walk is non-competitive. Registration is $15 per person or $30 per family and includes T-shirt, food and door prizes (including four tickets to a Sunday Phillies home game). To register, call Phil Giaquinto at 610746-4436 or email giaqunito.phil@penargy lsd.org. Families First provides resources, services, programs and environment in which family members in Pen Argyl, Wind Gap and Plainfield Township are assisted toward a better quality of life. In addition to connecting families with other community services, Families First provides mentoring, advocacy, parenting information, employment assistance, housing resources and health insurance assistance. For information, contact Frank Jones at 610863-3688 or jones.frank @penargylsd.org.

Dream Come True Benefits from Festival at Beckys Drive In Bangor Area School District To Offer Gearing Up For By Sarah Loren Come True of the Help make a childs Lehigh Valley, which Kindergarten Program dream a reality this offers children with life
weekend during the 24th Annual Lehigh Twp. Benefit Festival and Car Show at Beckys Drive In, 4548 Lehigh Dr. in Walnutport. Held October 2nd from 8am to 4pm, the event will benefit Dream threatening illnesses the chance to hope, dream and live their fantasies. For example, John, a young boy diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at birth, dreamed of meeting a Disney Animator. Not only did Dream The Dream Come True Foundation made it possible for John, a victim of Cerebral Palsy, to live his dream of meeting a Disney Animator. Photo courtesy www.
dreamcometrue.org

Come True grant Johns wish, but they made it possible for John to meet his favorite Disney Animator. So pack the family in the car this weekend and head to Beckys Drive In for a few hours of fun that will help turn childrens dreams into a reality. The festival and car show will feature

entertainment by Twitty Fever, a flea market, crafts, food and more. Rain date is scheduled for October 9th. For more information about Dream Come True, visit www.dream cometrue.org. Also, visit beckysdi.com for next years planned events, view their photo gallery and more.

The Bangor Area School District will be offering Gearing Up For Kindergarten this fall. The program will be held at the Bangor High School in the Early Childhood Classroom on Tuesdays, from October 4th through November 22nd, from 6pm to 7:30pm. The Gearing Up For Kindergarten program is intended for families with a child who is entering kindergarten in the fall of 2012. The classes run for an hour and a half, with eight sessions in the fall, and eight sessions in the spring. The program offers parent - child activities as well as separate child preparation and parent education classes.

Parent topics include brain development, early literacy, guidance and discipline, responsibility and self-help skills, numbers, math, shapes, colors, social and emotional development, nutrition, and school success. Preschool topics include math activities, science exploration, motor development, sensory development, and reading - literacy. The program is free of charge, with child care being offered for siblings. Registration forms are available on the Districts website, at any of the elementary schools, or by calling Rosemary Kocher at 610-599-7011, ext. 71124#.

Carl Phelps Jr. and Jessica Warner of Bangor are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Natalia Eve Phelps. Natalia was born at Pocono Medical Center on April 14 at 9:40am. She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces and was 19 inches long. The proud grandparents are Carl and Sherry Phelps of Bangor and Karen Kiefer and the late Mark Warner of East Bangor.

Amanda Ward and Christopher Peterson of Bangor, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Christopher Michael Peterson, Jr. Christpher was born on September 18th, at 4:08pm at Pocono Medical Center. He was 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 19 inches long. He has an older sister, Kristyanna Ward. Grandparents are Dawn Phillips, Judy Ward, Ed Ward Great, and Rose Mary Silva Great. Chrispher has an aunt, Claire Phillips.

East Bangor UMC Announces Pastie Sale and Guest Speaker

Faith UPC Plans Annual Apple Festival
Faith United Presbyterian Church, Pennsylvania and Heller Avenues, Pen Argyl will hold its annual Apple Festival on Saturday, October 1 in the social hall from 4pm to 8pm. There will be picnic foods, including turkey and beef barbeque. For dessert, apple pie and warm apple dumplings with ice cream. Whole pies and dumplings will be packaged for take-out. The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef with or without onions and broccoli-cheese with or without onions. To order, call Lois at 610588-1745 or e-mail: loi.stucker@hotmail.co m by Sunday, October. 2nd. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, October 4th, at 3:30pm. Dr. Irving Cotto, Director of Congregational Development for the Eastern Conference of the United Methodist Church, will be the primary speaker at the East Bangor United Methodist Community Church on Sunday, October 2nd at 9:15 a.m. Dr. Cotto and his wife, the Rev. Lukey Cotto, will be available for any Spanish-speakers who attend the service to discuss outreach to the Latino community. For further information. call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org.

Trinity ELC Hosting Silent Auction on November 12

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church will host a Silent Auction on November 12, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM. Items up for bid include antiques, handmade items, theme baskets, and gift certificates. Proceeds will benefit church supported ministries. Food will be available for purchase. You must be present to bid and win! Please feel free to bring non-perishable food items for the food pantry which goes to feed those in need in our community. Hope to see you there! If you have any questions please feel free to call the church office at 610-588-2023.

Prince of Peace To Hold Blessing of The Animals Event

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, will be holding a Blessing of the Animals event on Saturday, October 1st, at 10:30am. Bring your pets on a leash or in a carrier. For those who have lost a pet, bring a picture for the Memory Board, so they can be remembered. Blessings, refreshments, and treats will be available for animals and their humans. POP will be accepting donations of pet food, paper towels, Clorox, and money for a local shelter. Holy Communion will be served on Sunday, October 2nd, which will be their Harvest Home Sunday. Sunday, October 9th, POP will prepare to say goodbye to Pastor Barb. Rev. Barbara Shade is retiring after serving in this position since 2001. She will lead her last service at 10:30am. There will be a luncheon in her honor at noon in the Fellowship Hall, following the service. All are invited to attend, however, you will need to register by calling 610-588-2335. The pastor has served in three other Pennsylvania Districts since she was ordained. On Wednesdaqy, October 12th, a 10:30am Communion Worship Service will be held followed by a luncheon. This service is geared to home bound members and seniors of the congregation, but is open to everyone. There is no charge, but they would like to know for sure how many are coming, so they can prepare properly. If you are interested in attending, call the church office at 610-588-2355, leave your name and number attending. On Sunday, October 23rd, in the Fellowship Hall from 1pm to 4pm, Mary OMeally will be holding a Bead Workshop. This is open to all interested parties. Sunday, October 30th, is Reformation Sunday, and all the second graders will be receiving their bibles. Towards the end of October, they will be preparing to bake cookies and collect snacks to be sent to the troops still serving overseas. All contributions will be delivered to the church in November for packing and shipping.

Downtown Halloween in Stroudsburg on Saturday, October 29

The Jacob Stroud Corporation presents Trick-or-Treat and a FREE Downtown Halloween Childrens Parade on Saturday, October 29, 2010 beginning at 11:00 am. For those that are too scared to venture out after the sun goes down, Downtown Stroudsburg has the solution! Dress your kids up and prepare them for a fun-filled day close to home with Trick-or-Treat, Kiddie Parade and finish with Halloween festivities at the YMCA! Beautiful Downtown Stroudsburg businesses will host Trick-or-Treat from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm before assembling for the Halloween Parade. Stroll through the town and visit participating businesses with signs out front that read, Trick-or-Treat. Children and their parents may start gathering for the parade at 12:30pm in front of the YMCA, 809 Main Street (next to Dunkin Donuts). The parade will step off promptly at 1pm. Children will march on the sidewalks, traveling down Main Street, crossing over Main and return back to the YMCA. Families can complete their day with a Halloween Party at the YMCA from 2:00 until 5:00 pm. The Pocono YMCA will host several special activities, including pumpkin painting, carnival games, face painting, prizes and fun for the whole family. There will also be a costume contest for all ages. The cost per child is $5 and adults are free. Further information can be found by visiting the website at www.strouds burg.net. Sponsors of the Jacob Stroud Corporation, include Adams Outdoor Advertising, A Sound Strategy, Inc., ESSA Bank & Trust, Greater Pocono Chamber of Commerce, Hospitality Alliances, 93.5 SBG, Local Flair Magazine, Orobo Design, Pocono Record, Sherman Theater and WNEP-TV. Downtown Halloween Childrens Parade is sponsored by the Jacob Stroud Corporation, an organization dedicated to a vibrant Downtown Stroudsburg. Its mission is to improve the downtown image by enhancing its physical appearance...building consensus among organizations and the community...promoting downtown's unique characteristics...and restructuring and diversifying their economic base.

October Pocono Mountains Art Group West End Community Rotational Art Gallery Exhibitions
The Pocono Mountains Art Group, the oldest art organized art group in NEPA, has just announced its October 2011 free art gallery schedule for the West End of Monroe County. The PMA Group Rotational Gallery is open to all members of PMA Group, as well as nonPMA Group members who reside in the West End of Monroe County. All artwork is in excellent museum quality condition and is presented for viewing in a highly professional manner. No artwork will contains any nudity or offensive content. October exhibits will be featuring the following artists and will be available at the following Rotational Gallery locations: Beth Rinkers artwork will be hanging at the East Stroudsburg Savings Association, located on 209, Brodheadsville; Audrey Altemoses artwork will be hanging in Life Is Good Chiropractic, located on Route 209, Brodheadsville; Linda Kreckels artwork will be on display in the East Stroudsburg Savings Association, located in the Weis Supermarket on Weir Lake Road and Route 209, GilbertBrodheadsville; Linda Marnells paintings will be hanging in the Hotel Jonas, located in Jonas on Rt. 534 and Jonas Road, Barbara Daskals photography will be on display at the Homestead Veterinary Center, also located on Jonas Road, Pat Smiths paintings will be hanging in James & Rae Insurance, and Joan Sayers paintings will be on display in the Brodheadsville Veterinary Clinic. For further information about the PMA Group Rotational Gallery or if you have any questions, feel free to contact us. They are always looking for additional venues in which to display our artists work, as well as adding new artists to our growing list of participants. You may contact Gary Embich at brushwork36@yahoo.c om or 570-992-7007 for more information.

Northeast GFWC Plans District Meeting on October 22

The General Federation of Womens Clubs Northeastern District Meeting will be held on Saturday, October 22nd, at East Mountain Inn and Suites, 2400 East End Blvd., Wilkes Barre. The Northeastern District includes twenty womens clubs from Northampton, Monroe, Lehigh, and Luzerne Counties and The Abington Heights Civic League. The theme of the event is We Can Help, featuring the CanCan-Do Sisters, in support of food banks in the Communities. Attendees are asked to bring food bank items, including boxes of cereal, canned items, paper products, and pet food. Registration is 8:45 to 9:30am with a breakfast buffet. The meeting is set for 9:30am. Carolyn Smith, a member of the Bangor Womans Club, is the current Northeastern District Director. Election of the 20122014 Northeastern District Director will be held at the meeting.

Chicken BBQ Offered by 4-H

The Northampton County 4-H Center will once again be holding a chicken bbq dinner on Sunday, October 9th, from noon until the chicken is gone at the Northampton County 4-H Center, 777 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareth. The chicken will be offered to the public as dinners, which will include rolls, butter, pickled cabbage, applesauce, baked potato and a half or quarter chicken, depending on the portion wanted, or as a cooked chicken half without the dinner. Anyone wishing to preorder chickens may call the 4-H Center at 610759-9859 after 10am that day to order; all orders must be picked up by 1:30 PM or they will be sold. Any order may be eaten on the grounds or packaged for take-out. As the chicken has been sold-out in the past years, it is advisable to come early to order and eat. An Open Youth Schooling Horse Show will be held during the day for those who wish to sit and view the classes. The Northampton County 4-H Center is part of the Open Gate Farm Tour being held on this weekend. There will be exhibits in the hall for the public to view and a petting zoo. This event is a fundraiser for the 4-H Center. The 4-H Center was purchased in the mid-60s to offer a central location for 4-H and youth activities. The 4-H Center is also open for use by the public for a wide variety of events during the spring, summer and fall months. Persons interested in renting the 4-H Center may call 610837-7294 for open dates and rental information. The 4-H program is open to youths between the ages of 8-19 yrs. It offers over 150 different hands-on projects. For further information concerning the 4-H program for the youth or to volunteer as an adult please call the Northampton County Extension Offices, weekdays, at 610-7461970.

North Bangor Fire Co. Plans Upcoming Fundraisers

The North Bangor Volunteer Fire Company will be holding their monthly All-You-CanEat Breakfast on Sunday, October 2nd, from 7am to noon. The cost is $7 for adults, and $3 for children. The menu includes scrambled and over eggs, omeletttes, French Toast, original, chocolate chip, or blueberry pancakes, homefries, and white or wheat toast. Meats include ham, scrapple, bacon, sausage, and chipped beef. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and assorted juices will be available. The North Bangor Fire Company Auxiliary will be holding a Harvest Fest and Vendor Day on October 22nd, from 10am to 4pm. There will be games, food, and vendors. Vendors are wanted for the event. The cost is $10 for a space, or $15 for two spaces. For more information, or to reserve a space, please call Amanda at 570855-5756 or Robin at 610-588-0534. The firehouse is located at 301 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor.

ECA Accepting Vendor Registration for Dansbury Depot Re-dedication

The Eastburg Community Alliance (ECA) is now accepting vendor registrations for the Dansbury Depot ReDedication and Octoberfest Celebration at the Historic Dansbury Depot and Adjacent Miller Park in Downtown East Stroudsburg on Saturday, October 15th from noon-6pm! Artists/Craftspersons, Railroad and Historic Associations, Community Groups and Local Businesses are all cordially invited to participate in this historic event, promising to unite residents and visitors by the thousands, in joyous celebration of saved history and beautiful fall foliage and harvest in the Pocono Mountains! Festivities include a historic steam train chugging into town delivering over 500 guests to the festivities, a ribbon cutting ceremony with a large invitation of State and Local dignitaries, a sneak peak at the Depot rehabilitation efforts to date, live music by renowned local and national bands, interactive railroad tower tours, great food and drink as well as a number of familyfriendly activities, led by Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission, including: pumpkin painting, scarecrow building, cider making, candle-making, a children's moon bounce and more! To register as a vendor in this historic and much anticipated event please visit eastburg alliance.com.

Connections for Women October 2011 Events

The Connections for Women program is a casual place where women are welcome, valued and accepted. They meet on Monday evenings and Friday mornings at 301 Market Street, Bangor at the Hopesprings Community of Faith church. Free childcare is provided for all programs. For more information visit connections4 women.org. Monday October 3: Conflict Resolution Creative way to deal with mean talk, mean acts, teasing, and bullying amongst our youth. If you are a woman who is a caregiver or mom of a student, this program is for you. The Center for Humanistic Change will present on this important topic as well as answer questions during a discussion time. Doors open at 6, presentation begins at 6:30pm. Hope for Single Moms a single moms support group & biblebased discussion 6:30 8pm Monday October 10 Closed for the school holiday Monday October 17: Basket Making limited space is available for those who want to participate in this activity. Observers are welcome too! RSVP to Carol at 570 977 0600 or via email carola@connections4w omen.org Doors open at 6, activity begins at 6:30 Hope for Single Moms a single moms support group & biblebased discussion 6:30 8pm Monday October 24th: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Participants will gain an overall awareness of FASD and its impact on individuals, families and the community. The Center for Humanistic Change will present on this important topic as well as answer questions during a discussion time. Doors open at 6, presentation begins at 6:30pm. Hope for Single Moms a single moms support group & biblebased discussion 6:30 8pm Monday October 31st: Chick Chat casual conversation, bring a project, book or topic for discussion; Hope for Single Moms a single moms support group & biblebased discussion 6:30 8pm Friday October 7 CLOSED. October 14th THRIVE a conversation about living a well-lived life in spite of a difficult marriage or relationships. Counselor & Life Coach Terry Wilson will lead this discussion. Doors open 10am 1pm. Discussion group 10:30 noon October 21 Just Be You breakfast Enjoy a free breakfast and casual conversation with other women in your community *special time 9:00 11:30AM Wednesday October 26 MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers: Moms of infants through kindergarten are invited to a morning out. Contact Suzie to RSVP (570)242-9991.

The Top Five Worst Household OdorsAnd How To Handle Them

(NAPSI)Call them Americas Most Unwanted. Theyve been known to hold entire households hostage, causing shortness of breath, nausea and panic in their victims. At the very least, they keep home sweet home from smelling so sweet. The culprits are household odors and these are the worst of the worst. According to a recent nationwide survey, more than eight out of 10 Americans think rotting garbage or garbage can odor is the most offensive household smell. Rounding out the top five, in order, were pet odors, mold, body odor/sweat and tobacco odor. Nearly 70 percent of all respondents ranked these five smells as the worst smells in the home, with significantly more women (75 percent) turning their noses up at tobacco odors as compared to men (59 percent). Fortunately for men and women, simply vacuuming can eliminate many household odors. Because odors are commonly trapped in carpets, these foul five are some of the most notoriously difficult to eliminate, said Leiah Nhem, product manager for ARM & HAMMER vacuum accessories. Vacuuming is an important first step in safely and naturally eliminating these odors from your home. Instead of covering up the offensive odors, ARM & HAMMER vacuum accessories eliminate smells through the natural odor-fighting power of baking soda. As air moves through the vacuum, the odor comes in contact with baking soda crystals that are bonded to the bags and filters. The odor is then permanently sealed inside the crystalsturning even the most offending odor particle into a new, non-odorous form. Vacuums with a HEPA filter trap and remove odor-causing particles such as pet dander, mold spores, dust and other allergens up to 75 times smaller than a human hair. These microscopic fragments can ferment in carpeting and upholstery, creating the acidic fumes that result in unpleasant odors. Some of the biggest odor complaints from the survey are smells that can originate from the tiniest of particles, such as mold or pet hair. These stubborn odors reappear after traditional remedies such as air fresheners or candles lose their strength, but using odor-eliminating vacuum bags and filters can help permanently and naturally-

Scientists say the human nose can pick up on 10,000 scents. Getting rid of some of the worst may now be a bit easier. neutralize odors so visit the website, theyre gone for good. www.armhammervac.c For more information, om.

Bulb Myths Debunked

(NAPSI)Heres a bright idea: It may be time to get with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). Soon, standard incandescent bulbs are going away as a result of continued demand for more energy-efficient lighting products as well as U.S. federal lighting efficiency standards. Though CFLs save considerable money on electricity bills and light homes with a bright, white light, myths still surround them. To help, industryleading experts from GE Lighting are shedding some light on myths and questions, including lighting legislation changes, at www.gelighting.com/20 12. Among the myths: Myth: CFLs contain high levels of mercury. GE CFLs contain a very small amount, 2 milligrams on average, which is smaller than a ballpoint pen tip. By comparison, older home thermometers contain 500 milligrams of mercury. Myth: CFLs give people headaches. Anecdotal reports of headaches are very rare, and there is currently no scientific evidence that CFLs cause headaches. To learn more about advancements in CFL technologies, as well as halogen and lightemitting diode (LED) light bulb options, visit www.gelighting.com.

For Sale: TC Firestorm .50 cal. flint: best offer; 100 wood apple crates: $3 ea.; Stainless Meat Mixer: $80; Mech. shell reloaders, 20 & 12 ga.: $100 ea. OBO. Small Pet Carrier: 12x20. Call 610-248-1733. (3/4) Asking $10. Call 610-7037972. (3/4) RCA 27 TV: works great. $100. Call 610-863-9228. (3/4) Microwave Oven: $25. Call 610-863-9228. (3/4) For Sale: Union Special overlock sewing machine: Ruger Rifle: .22 LR. Hogue $250; Path Master tread stock, Harris bi-pod. Heavy. exerciser: $200; Variety golf Target BBL. Mount & rings for clubs: make offer. Call 610scope.All black. Target trigger. 588-2807. (3/4) Must see. $400. Call 610-5999125. (4/4) For Sale: Toys & books for pre-schools; Exercise equipArmstrong Ceiling Tiles: 2 ment. Call 610-588-0138. (3/4) cases Glenwood 225F, $20 ea. OBO. Call 610-762-3941. Sears Pro Treadmill: like new. (4/4) Asking $300. Call 610-7037972. (3/4) 3-Tier Keyboard Stand: exc. cond. $5. Call 610-588-2881. Large Pet Kennel: 40 L x 27 (4/4) W x 30 H. Asking $35. Call 610-703-7972. (3/4) PSE Compound Bow: & accessories. Good cond. $150 10 Step Ladder: wood. Good OBO. Call 610-863-9351. (4/4) shape. $50. Call 484-201-1443. (2/4) For Sale: Antique Sheet Music; Music Books; Keller Baby Items: Nursery Set: Upright Piano; other antiques. $200; Crib: $100; Clothes: Call 570-897-6597. (4/4) $1-$20. OBOs for all. Call 484264-1244. (2/4) Wood Stove: $325. Call 610588-0138. (4/4) Great Opportunity for Vendors: silver-plated & cut Posh Top Hat Speakers: 2 glass items, serving dishes, pairs. $100/pair. Call 610- cake dishes, platters, etc. Most 703-7972. (3/4) items never used, no chips, exc. cond. $225 takes all. Call Delta Tables & Miter Saws: 610-588-7369. (2/4) $75 ea. Call 610-588-0138. (4/4) Queen Bed Frame: 4 poster bed, head & foot boards. Like 2 Little Tikes Shelves & Toy new, everything incl. $200 Boxes: $25 ea. Call 610-588- OBO. Call 610-863-3356. (2/4) 0138. (4/4) For Sale: Nacho warmer: $55; Preschool Books: like new. Mens & womens 18 spd. bikes, Make offer. Call 610-588- BMX Huffy, like new: $100/pair; 0138. (4/4) Full mattress: like new: $25. Call 484-264-6964. (2/4) 2 Microwaves: Kenmore & Panasonic. Like new. $75 ea. Singer Sewing Machine: in Call 610-588-0138. (4/4) table. $15. Call 610-599-8753. (2/4) 1954 Wurlitzer Spinet Piano: mahogany. Exc. cond., plays Sony 8-Disc CD Player: for great, no problems. Asking automobile. $15. Call after $1100. Can email photo. Call 6:30pm: 610-599-0192. (2/4) 610-588-7369. (4/4) Childs Solid Wooden Table & Ladies Diabetic Shoes: new, 2 Chairs: $40. Call 610-759black, size 9, 5E. 1 velcro 7295. (2/4) strap. Make offer. Call 610588-4279. (4/4) Assorted Toys: $10 & up. Call 610-863-0901. (2/4) Haywayrd Pool Pump & Motors: call for prices: 610- Efel Harmony M Kerosene 588-3060. (3/4) Stove: 3000 BTU w/ tank. Cast iron top. Good cond. Call 610Lazy Boy Leather Recliner: 863-8446. (2/4) New. Dark brown. $250 firm (paid $899). Must see. Call Crystal Chandelier: beautiful. 610-588-2349. (3/4) $150 (orig. $500). Call 610759-7295. (2/4) Singer Treadle Sewing Machine: good shape; just Vintage BBQ Plates: 4 large attach belt. $800 OBO. Call dinner, 3 section/divided. 610-588-6411. (3/4) Heavy. $40. Call 610-599-0192. (2/4) Kitchen Cabinet: 1940s Hoosier-style, porcelain-top. Roofing Slate: appx. 500 $75. Call 610-588-1267. (3/4) brand new 8 x 16 punched slate from Pen Argyl quarry. Boxing Gloves: 2 sets, new. Garage kept. Asking $2 ea. Call $45. Call 610-863-6758. (3/4) 610-442-7756. (2/4)

Metal Bunk Bed: full mattress Leather Massage Chair: like on bottom, single on top. $30. new. $300. Call 570-807-4954. Call 610-599-0192. (2/4) (1/4) Factory Machines: single neck, blindstick, button sewer, button holer, ea. w/ head, table, standard 110 motor, thread & attachment incl. Sold seperately or in group; prices neg. Call 610-863-0901. (2/4) Folding Treadmill: Trim Line FREE Kittens: avail. 10/23. 4 program. Shows distance, M, 2 F. Come & pick 1 out. Call incline up & down, pulse, 267-424-1625. (3/4) calories, speed, safety key. Asking $225. Call 570-8074954. (1/4) Snow Tires: M+S P225/60 R16. Like new. Used 1 season. $100. Call 610-588-0138. (4/4)

For Sale: Samsung DVD Natural Gas Hot Air Furnace: Recorder/ Player, like new: high boy. Asking $300. Call $35. Glass-top Pub Table w. 4 610-442-7756. (2/4) matching stools: $140 OBO. Boys Clothes size 3-4, like Hot Tub: very good cond. new: all under $4. Call 610Taker must remove. $100. Call 588-3982. (1/4) 610-863-4727 or email tnnschu @ptd.net. (2/4) Whirlpool Chest Freezer: good cond. $125. Call 610Jeep Double Stroller: New. 863-5506. (1/4) $150 (orig. $300). Call 610588-7842; leave a msg. (2/4) For Sale: Old Horse Buggy, exc. cond, wooden wheels: Garden Way Squeezo $750. Weight Bench & Strainer/ Juicer: 2 extra Weights: $40. Call 610-588screens for berries & pumpkin. 3191. (1/4) Unit has 9 hopper & holds 2.5 qts. Wooden plunder & Stereo System: plays CDs, assembly/ recipe books incl. tapes, records & radio. 2 $150 cash or PayPal. Call speakers. All for $125. 1000 973-580-7755. (2/4) records & albums, all good cond. Call 610-863-5328. (1/4) HP 620 Laptop/Notebook: 15, new. 2 GB rom expand- Bridal Gown: size 6. New, silk, able to 8 GB, WDVR, plug-ins. form-fitting. Still in bag w/ $350. Call 610-923-9028 or original tags, unaltered. Asking email nasuseflow@live.com for $75 (orig. $600). Must go! Call pics. (2/4) 570-855-3852. (1/4) 16 Smoker Draft Deep V Boat: w/ 48 hp Johnson & 16 Manolo Blahnik & Tods For Sale: Wicker Fainting hp Spirit trolling motor/9.9 Leather: made in Italy. Mule/ Lounge, exc. cond.: $75. New cover. Incl. bow mt. trolling slides/low heels. Both size 8- Wooden Art Print Rack: $35. motor, Cannon downriggers & 8.5. Exc. cond. $45 ea. Call New Ladies Soft Spot Shoes, much more. $3000. Call 570610-923-9028 or email nasuse 8.5 med.: $20 ea. Call 610- 897-0221. (2/4) flow@live.com for pics. (2/4) 863-5768. (1/4) 1999 Honda Shadow 1100: Exercise Bike: DP Iron Horse custom paint, drag bars, gravity body lift. Great cond. Mustang seat, Jardine forward $15. Call 610-863-4734. (1/4) controls, saddle bags, tach. Exc. cond. $3500 OBO. Call Ladies Wig: new. $20. Call 610-393-1461. (2/4) 610-863-4734. (1/4) Boat & Trailer: 15 Falcon For Sale: Porcelain Dolls, most Thunderbird. 35 hp Evinrude on stands. Disney Character motor. 2 gas tanks, new Pins, may of them. Call 610moving cover. Claw trailer, like 599-8814. (1/4) new. New seats. $1,500. Call 570-897-6672. (1/4) Compact Memorex: new. Turntable & programable CD Yakima Bike Carrier: 3 bikes, w/ cassette player & AM/FM 2 hitch. $75. Call 484-695radio. $80. Call 570-236-0607. 6962. (1/4) (1/4) 2006 Harley Davidson Dyna Noritake Ivory Bone China Super Gilde 1450: 9k mi. 6 Heirloom Dish Set: plus 12 spd. Black w/ chrome, new soup dishes. About 64 pieces tires, upgraded riding pkg. in set. $200. Call 570-807$8300 firm. 570-242-7569. (1/4) 4954. (1/4)

For Sale: Edelbrock performance intake & carb, hardly used: $250. Full size hood for Chevy truck, Blazer or Subur2001 Coachman Camper: ban: $100. Call Rich: 610-863slide-out kitch/LR. Sleeps 10 5766. (4/4) w/ 4-bed bunk room. Great cond. Incl. TV & microwave. 2004 Buick Le Sabre: 50k mi. Lots of storage. $9,900 OBO. 1 owner. Fully equipped & exc. cond. $9500. Call 610-588Call 610-588-0028. (4/4) 5058. (4/4) Canoe: 17 Alumacraft. $350. 2006 Ford Taurus SE: V6, Call 610-588-3003. (3/4) 123k mi. Leather, sunroof, fully New inspection, 1984 Honda Magnum: VF 500 loaded. CC. Only 25k mi. $1200 firm. battery, front brakes. $5300. Serious inquiries only: 484- Call 610-704-5123. (4/4) 903-8912. (3/4) 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass: Aluminum Boat w/ Trailer: 14 $650. Call 610-863-7008. (4/4) MirrorCraft w/ elec. trolling motor, fish finder, battery & 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon 4x4: more. $900 OBO. Call Steve: 401 cin--in 400 hp. 35x11.5x15 tires. 727 trans--433 gears. 610-762-6879. (2/4) $3,000. Call 610-462-7961. Boat & Trailer: Sea Dolphin (2/4) Paddle Boat: $250. Shore Landr Trailer: $250. Together 8 Truck Cap: gray, for Dodge w/ discount. Both in exc. cond. Dakota. $100. Call after 5pm: 610-588-3003. (3/4) Call 570-828-2747. (2/4) Snow Tires: M+S P225/60 R16. $95. Call 610-588-0138. (3/4) 1989 Ford 14 Box Truck: 90k. 1st $1650. Call 484-264-6964. (2/4) Utility Trailer: 6 x 7.5 x 2. $350 OBO. Good cond. Call 610-863-9364. (2/4) Mud & Snow Tires: w/ studs. Used only 1 season, like new. 225/60R/16. $100. Call 610365-8810. (2/4) Utility/Car Trailer: 15 long w/ 5000 lb. capacity. Tandem axle w/ elec. brakes. $1600 OBO. Call Steve: 610-762-6879. (2/4) Hardtop Car Cover for SUV: Sears sport 20-SV. Only used 3x. $200. Call 610-588-4827. (1/4) 4 Wintermark Tires: M+S P235/ 75/R15. Like new. $130. Call 570-897-6348. (1/4)

The Pocono Garden Club will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, October 11th at 1pm at the Monroe County Environmental Center (Kettle Creek). There will be a presentation on Hydroponic Gardening with Jerry Napolitano. The Monthly design is titled "Capturing Autumn" A frame design using a combination of fresh and silk materials. No accessory. The Horticulture entry

is a Hosta leaf or fern branch, one stem in a clear container, sized proportionately. The Houseplant entry is a dish garden, accessories permitted. Please bring your entries 30 minutes before the start of the meeting. Everyone interested in gardening is welcome. For more information please contact club President Sandra Dickl at 570-619-8088 or email sankar@ptd.net.