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Computer Classes
The Palmerton Area Library will be offering computer classes during September, October, and November. The first class will be Introduction to Computers and it will begin on Sept. 19. This class is all about learning the basics. Learn what your computer can do for you. Learn about the internet and email. There is no prerequisite for this class.The second class is Advanced, which includes Excel/Word and Microsoft Office. In this class you will learn to write letters, create documents, use spell check, the help menu and clipart. You will also learn how to learn how to create spreadsheets, labels, tables, charts and presentations. You should have a basic understanding of computers to take this class.The third class is called What Can you do With All Your Digital Photos? You will learn to organize your pictures and all about SnapFish and Shutterfly. Learn how to make photo books and gifts and use online printing options. This is a great class for everyone with lots of pictures on their phones. If you are interested in any of these classes please call the library at 610-826-3424. You must register ahead of time to take the classes. Check the library website at
www.palmertonarealibrary.com for more information about activities at the library.Fun NightThe Youth Group of Trinity Lutheran Church, 500 Ore St., Bowmanstown is having their Youth Group Fun Nightfrom 7-9 p.m. on Sept. 30. This is for grades 4-12. Come join them for some fun games and activities. Activities include board games. If interested call 610-674-3035 or 610-852-3820.Bomber Band BingoA Coach bag bingo will be hosted byPalmerton Area Music Parents' Association onOct. 8 at the Palmerton Area High School, 3525 Fireline Road, Palmerton. Doors open at noon and bingo starts at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door (includes 20 games). Specials are available at an extra cost.Please contact one of the following for tickets: Chrissy at 610-824-3104, Don at 610-377-3533, or Elise at 610-681-6741 or email at
pampacares@gmail.com. All proceeds benefit music students of the Palmerton Area School District.JUCCJerusalem United Church of Christ, 545 Church Drive, Trachsville has returned to two Sunday morning services. The 9 a.m. service is contemporary with more upbeat music including God's House Band. Communion is held weekly. Sunday school is also at 9 a.m.The 10:30 a.m. service is more traditional with the senior choir and traditional music. Communion is served in the pews the first Sunday of the month. Sunday school including the adult Sunday school is held at 9 a.m.This Sunday following the 10:30 a.m. service, the congregation will dedicate Ryman Hall, the new band shell, and the new playground equipment to the Lord's service. This will take place in the grove, weather permitting. A covered dish lunch will follow. Coffee, tea, water and lemonade will be provided.Pepper FestivalA Pepper Festival will be held at the Bowmanstown Volunteer Fire Co., 259 Lime St., Bowmanstown from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Activities include Live music, beer garden, pepper sauces, Chili cook-off, jellies and jams, and food vendors. Admission is $3 and kids under 10 are free. For information visit
Bowmanstownpepperfestival@gmail.com.Community MealA free community meal will be served from 4-6
p.m.Sept. 28 at St. John's Episcopal Church, 365 Lafayette Ave., Palmerton. All are invited to join together in food and fellowship.American LegionPalmerton American Legion Post 269 will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdayat the VFW Post, 2020 Forest Inn Road, Palmerton. The group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month.Fall Foliage Poker RunZinc City Cycle Club will host a Fall Foliage Celebration on Sunday. Poker Run sign-in is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Refreshments, flea market, door prizes and the grand prize drawing will follow the run in the Zinc City Grove. The grand prize is a 2017 Harley-Davidson or $5,000 cash. See any Zinc City member for tickets. The Club is located on Route 209 (1 mile south of Kresgeville) in Trachsville area. For information call 570-992-4214.Food PantryThe CACPAC sponsored Food Pantry for Palmerton Area families in need will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fridayat St. John's Lutheran Church. 2915 Fireline Road, Palmerton. The pantry is open the fourth Friday of each month.Contact Lenora Robertson at 610-826-4913 or 664 Delaware Ave., Palmerton, PA, 18071. Contact the Times News at 800-443-0377 or