West End news
Road closure
Be aware that Eldred Township's Correll Road was to be closed from Tuesday until repairs are completed, probably one day only weather permitting.Gourd classAlthough Tuesday's youth gourd class was canceled, the adult class is still happening from 1-4 p.m. today at the Eldred Township Community Center in Kunkletown.Chestnut RidgeThe Chestnut Ridge Seniors will meet Thursday at the Kunkletown Fire Hall in Eldred Township.Doors to the social club gathering open at 9 a.m.; the meeting is at 11 a.m.There is time for fellowship and participating in the exercise program from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. or playing games or just chatting.The day features one's own bag lunch and a Chinese auction.There will be no meeting Aug. 25 because of the West End Fair.WEPOSC meetsThe West End Park and Open Space Commission will meet at 6:30tonight at the Chestnuthill Park Building on Route 715. Friends of WEPOSC will then meet at 6:45 p.m. at the Chestnuthill Park building.Pocono Old-TymeThe monthly meeting of the Pocono Old-Tyme Farm Equipment Association Inc. will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the West End Fire Hall in Brodheadsville. All who are interested in the preservation, restoration and education of antique tractors, engines, implements and toys are invited to attendChestnuthill menuThe Senior Center menu for the Chestnuthill group of the Monroe County Seniors is baked fish with parsley butter for Friday and savory pork roast for next Wednesday.Those planning to eat should call the site director by 11 a.m. the day before at 570-242-6770 or 570-420-3735.The Nutrition Wheel out of Rep. Rosemary Brown's Office will be at the Chestnut Hill Senior Center at 11 a.m. next Wednesday.Soccer leagueThe West End Soccer League will hold its opening day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.For more information contact
wesl@wesl.us.Effort pantryThe Effort UMC food pantry will be open for normal distribution from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday. It is to help feed families going through emergency or other short-term situations that are not eligible for local, county or state programs and is limited to a 12-week lifetime duration per family. A valid driver's license or state ID with address proving residency in the West End is required.This ministry serves the communities of Effort, Gilbert, Kunkletown, Kresgeville, Brodheadsville, Saylorsburg, Sciota and Albrightsville.Mountain Bike DaySaturday is the day for Mountain Bike Day at the West End Regional Park, 578 Evergreen Hollow Road, Brodheadsville. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon. There are over 4 miles of trails ready to ride. This year some new single track trails have been added. Refreshments have been in the planning and possible giveaways for those attending as well.Eric Peterson from Peterson's Ski and Cycle is scheduled to give a free clinic, and answer biking questions. Anyone needing to rent a bike, or who would like to try a 29-inch mountain bike, can rent one from Peterson's by calling 570-646-9223. One must call in advance as there have been no plans to have extra bikes at the park. Trails range from beginner to expert, with the emphasis being on the beginner and intermediate trails.All participants must wear helmets. West End Park and Open Space commission is hosting this event in conjunction with Pocono Medical Center as part of their Parks for Good Living program. More information is available at
www.weposc.org or on the Facebook page for WEPOSC. Register on Facebook to let organizers know you are coming. It helps preparations for a fun day.VBS continuesSalem-St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Kresgeville is holding the third of its three Sunday morning classes of Vacation Bible School with the theme of Helpers, Healers & Heroes this Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants were asked to preregister.The celebration of conclusion will be held Sept. 11, which will also be Rally Day.Free supperA Sunday supper, with no charge, will again be held from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Sunday at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church in McCawley Hall.From 7-10 p.m., a Family Rosary Night will be held outdoors, complete with a bonfire, games and prayer and a sweet treat, weather permitting.Monday MassesOur Lady Queen of Peace Church will offer two Masses on Monday in honor of the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Mother. It is not a Holy Day of Obligation.The Masses are at 8 a.m. and noon.Teacher orientationNew teacher orientation for Pleasant Valley School District will be held Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.Women's Club meetsThe Western Pocono Women's Club will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at Effort UMC. A speaker will present information about theHugh O'Brian Youth Foundation. The group will also be making more plans in regard to their stand at the West End Fair.Meeting earlyThe West End Republican Club will meet one week early due to the West End Fair. The club will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Cherry's Sunset Family Restaurant in Kresgeville. The optional dinner is at 6 p.m.Chestnuthill supersThe Chestnuthill Township Board of Supervisors will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the township municipal building in Brodheadsville.Blood driveA Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at Cornerstone Community Church in Kresgeville from 1-6
p.m.Aug. 17. Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are always welcome. Contact the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS or go online to
www.redcrossblood.org to schedule an appointment to give the gift of life.Directions from Route 209 to the church: turn north at the light onto Burger Hollow Road and turn left onto Polk Township Road. Cornerstone Community Church is on the left next to Pleasant Valley Elementary School. Visit the church's website at
www.cornerstonecommunity.org or call the church office for more information at 610-681-3534.Altar & RosaryOur Lady Queen of Peace's Altar & Rosary will meet at 6:30 p.m. next Wednesday in the Cafe at the church.Jonas food pantryServing the residents of the West End of Monroe County and the East End of Carbon County is a food ministry located at Diakoneo in Jonas, the former chapel of Our Lady Queen of Peace Church on Route 534.Evangelist Kelly, who heads that ministry, says the purpose is to be servants to the community. The pantry is open from 9:30 to 11 a.m. the first and third Monday.Those who are served are asked for a photo I.D. and then are given various bags of food, which are either purchased by the pantry or are donations from various people or entities. Users may come once a month.Contact the ministry at 610-951-4303.Celebrate recoveryA program designed to help those who struggle with hurts, habits and hang-ups of addictive behaviors by showing them the loving power of Jesus Christ is a ministry of Cornerstone Community Church in Kresgeville.It meets Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and includes food, group musical worship, testimonies, teaching and confidential open share small groups for people struggling with specific issues. For more information, email the ministry at:
celebraterecovery.cornerstone@yahoo.com.For more information about the church visit the website at
www.cornerstonecommunity.org or call the church office at 610-681-3534.Community DayThe third annual Chestnuthill Township Community Day will be held from noon to 5
p.m.Sept. 25 at the Chestnuthill Township Park in Brodheadsville.Contact Adele Argot at 717-933-4028 or
arargot3@verizon.net. Contact the Times News at 800-443-0377 or