West End news
Christmas in August
Salem-St. Paul's Lutheran Church announced earlier this month that onAug. 28, the church family would celebrate Christmas in August with gifts, such as school socks and school supplies as well as underwear in all sizes, being given to the Pleasant Valley Ecumenical Network.The event took place with the singing of Christmas carols and a general social hour. One well-kept secret was also part of the day: celebrating the pastor's special birthday with 60 cupcakes as well as a cross and a Christmas tree designed by church secretary Ruby Dunlap.The Rev. Deborah K. Sheffey was indeed surprised a she did not realize the birthday celebration part was for her even when she saw the birthday tablecloth, Dunlap said.Legion meetingsWest End Memorial Post 927 has several meetings this week.At 7:30 p.m. today, the Legion meets. The Sons of the American Legion meets at 11 a.m. Sunday.The Auxiliary meets at 6 p.m. Wednesday.Canonization recognitionOur Lady Queen of Peace Parish will celebrate the Canonization of Blessed Mother Teresa on Sunday by handing out special bottles of water to give drink to the thirsty, wrist bands with a quote from Mother and balloons for the children from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday across the street in front of Peebles.Meet & GreetSafe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog Meet & Greet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Ace Hardware, Route 209, Brodheadsville, next to Dunkelberger's.Many young dogs will be available. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit before adoption.Volunteers are needed to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes.For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, visit
www.SafeHavenPa.org. Contact Safe Haven at
SafeHaven@epix.net or join Safe Haven Pa. on Facebook.Ross SupersThe Ross Township Board of Supervisors will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Ross Township Municipal Building on Anchorage Road in Saylorsburg.Fall ball beginsSoftball fall ball is slated to begin the week of Sept. 6. For more information, email
juliev517@gmail.com.Chestnuthill supersThe Board of Supervisors for Chestnuthill Township will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the municipal build in Brodheadsville.Band ParentsPleasant Valley Band Parents will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday in the high school band room.Remembrance DayZion Lutheran Church, Brodheadsville, is partnering with the Western Pocono Community Library, the West End Fire Company and the Pleasant Valley Ecumenical Network to have a Remembrance Day memorial to honor and remember all those who died, those who served and those affected by the 9/11 tragedy 15 years ago.The event will take place at 2 p.m. at the Western Pocono Community Library and will include a group choir, the possibility to bring canned goods for the PVEN and to partake in a reception that will follow after honoring and remembering the lives affected by this national tragedy.Honoring helpersThe Sunday school students of Salem-St. Paul Lutheran Church in Kresgeville are hosting a community event on Sept. 11 to honor the people in the community who do so much to help others, including Helpers, Healers and Heroes.In addition to acknowledging the anniversary of 9/11, the event is intended to provide a way for the community to thank local heroes such as Pennsylvania State Police, volunteer ambulance workers, volunteer firefighters, local military personnel - active and inactive - and all of the volunteers and staff who make the community a safe and great place to live.The event will include food, fellowship and fun … and it's free. Local agencies will be on hand to provide information, and there will be family-friendly games and activities.Families are encouraged to invite friends and neighbors to the event and to church services before the event, with the service being at 10:30 a.m. and the celebration of recognition beginning at 11:30 a.m. and ending at 2 p.m.Children are welcome to attend the annual Rally Day at 10:30 a.m.For more information, contact Joan McKinsey at 610-681-3760 or email
SSPyouth@outlook.com.Zion car showZion Lutheran Church is holding its first car show from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 10. The rain date is Sept. 17.The event includes a blessing of cars, trucks and bikes and free spectator admission.DJMack will provide music.There will also be a bake sale, face painting, kids' games, door prizes, flea market and food and drink will be available.To register a vehicle or to register a table for the flea market, call the church at 570-992-6988.A Saturday worship service begins at 5 p.m.Community DayThe 2016 Ross Township Community Day will be heldSept. 10 at the VanBuskirk/Haney Parkat 258 Anchorage Road, Saylorsburg.The day will run from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.It will include games, demonstrations, entertainment, food and drinks, and more, including recruiting new members, promoting organizations and raising funds. Registration forms must be filled outwith proof of liability provided. Submit forms to Ross Township Building, c/o Park & Recreation Committee, P.O. Box 276.Free admission; there is no charge for organization tables.For more information, can contact Bernie Kozen at 570-992-9733 or
bkozen@weposc.org.Bean soup eventThe West End Democratic Club will hold its traditional Bean Soup event at 7 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Kunkletown Firehouse.Members are reminded by club president Julia Carter they can invite family and friends.Election DayAnn Velopolcek, administrative assistant in Eldred Township, reminds everyone that no matter which candidate one supports, if one does not vote, one does not get counted. The election is Nov. 8, with polls open from 7
a.m.to 8 p.m.Voter registration forms are due by Oct. 11. Forms are available at the township's municipal building in Kunkletown or register online at palwv.org.Contact Adele Argot at 717-933-4028 or
arargot3@verizon.net. Contact the Times News at 800-443-0377 or