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NORTH POCONO GETS BLEEDING CONTROL KITS School is among many area organizations who have received life-saving kits. More on page 2

Cancer fund receives donation Recently the Hope for Strength Breast Cancer Fund/LVHN-Pocono Foundation received a $2,5000 gift. Page 9

What’s happening See what’s happening with a comprehensive events calendar. Page 2 Around town Keep up with the latest happenings in our area. Page 4

March activities at PEEC At Pocono Environmental Education Center, a number of interactive events are scheduled. Page 7

Dentistry from the heart Annually, a Hawley dental practice provides free dental care for area residents who could not otherwise afford it. Fillings, cleanings and extractions are provided. Page 5

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Burnley dinner adds Vegas experience

Burnley Employment & Rehab Services recently announced changes to its annual awards dinner and fundraiser. Each year, Burnley Employment & Rehab Services hosts a formal dinner to celebrate the workplace achievements of individuals with disabilities in the Poconos. Proceeds from the night assist Burnley with providing job training and employment opportunities to 100 individuals with disabilities daily. This year, Burnley’s special event comes with a twist. On April 5, Burnley will host Casino Night at the Stroudsmoor Country Inn in Stroudsburg. Officials say it will be an evening of fine dining and music, as well as Vegas-style table games, a silent auction and raffles. The table games — roulette, craps, blackjack and more — give guests the casino experience without

the risk; per Pennsylvania regulations, gaming at the event is for entertainment purposes only and no cash or prizes of cash value will be won. During the course of the evening, three special guests will be recognized through a video presentation and awards ceremony. The Employees of the Year are Holly Denny, Gregory Breslin and Kevin Herron, all of Stroudsburg. Denny and Breslin have been nominated for their work performance at Burnley’s Stroudsburg-based work facility. Kevin Herron, the Community Workshop Employee of the Year, is employed at Tobyhanna Army Depot. To purchase tickets or make a donation visit allied-services.org/rsvp-to-casino-night. For more information, call 570-814-4487 or email cwrigh@allied-services.org.

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North Pocono among those receiving bleed control kits from Geisinger

Since January 2017, Geisinger trauma services has trained more than 10,000 people through the national Stop the Bleed program. Now, Geisinger is providing more than 2,300 bleeding control kits, including 1,073 kits to locations in Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, Monroe, Susquehanna, Wayne and Wyoming counties, to further arm first responders and residents in the battle against blood loss. Containing plastic gloves, gauze, tourniquets and easy-to-follow instructions, the bleeding control kits are designed to be used by anyone to help control bleeding during a traumatic incident. According to the National Trauma Institute, 35 percent of fatalities occur due to blood loss before victims arrive at a hospital. Local schools, churches and public locations will receive wall-mounted bleeding control stations, containing eight bleeding control kits each. Individual kits are being provided to emergency responders, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops and community groups. “Uncontrolled bleeding is the number one cause of preventable death in someone who is injured,” said Dr. Brian Frank, Geisinger Community Medical Center trauma surgeon and co-chair of Geisinger’s Stop the Bleed program. “A person can bleed to death from an arterial bleed in 3 to 5 minutes. Being able to control or stop blood loss greatly increases

a victim’s survival chances.” The kits supplement the nationwide Stop the Bleed training program. Launched as a collaboration between the Department of Homeland Security, the White House and other agencies, Stop the Bleed trains ordinary citizens — and potential bystanders — how to help during a severe-bleeding incident before medical and emergency professionals arrive on scene. Since January 2017, Geisinger Trauma Services has trained 10,031 people through the program. Many organizations receiving kits have undergone training from Geisinger Trauma Services. In total, Geisinger is providing 2,387 kits (277 bleeding control stations and 171 individual kits) to organizations throughout central and northeastern Pennsylvania. There are also 166 individual tourniquets being distributed to local law enforcement agencies. “No one expects to be involved in a traumatic incident,” said Dr. Denise Torres, trauma services director for Geisinger. “Trauma from vehicle crashes, industrial accidents and deep cuts or wounds at home are far more common than trauma from violent acts. Being able to recognize traumatic bleeding and controlling or slowing blood loss until emergency crews arrive is critical.” Geisinger trauma services offers free Stop the Bleed classes to organizations through-

out the year. Geisinger’s Stop the Bleed program is a joint effort of Geisinger emergency medicine, trauma services, trauma outreach, Life Flight and Geisinger EMS. To learn more about Stop the Bleed, contact Geisinger at stopthebleed@geisinger. edu. Organizations receiving bleeding control station and individual kits in northeastern Pennsylvania include: North Pocono Area School District: five bleeding control stations (40 kits); Pike County sheriff ’s office: one bleeding control station (eight kits); Pike County training center: one bleeding control station (eight kits); Pocono Mountain School District: eight bleeding control stations (64 kits); Stroudsburg Area School District: seven bleeding control stations (56 kits); Honesdale Boy Scouts: one individual kit; and Pleasant Mount EMS: two individual kits.

On the front page, from left: Geisinger Community Medical Center trauma medical director Dr. John Mitchell, North Pocono superintendent Bryan McGraw; North Pocono science teacher Lindsay Croom; North Pocono assistant superintendent Dan Powell; North Pocono Certified School nurse Lynn Heard; Geisinger Community Medical Center Trauma outreach coordinator Kathryn Bommer; and North Pocono High School principal Ron Collins.

WHAT’S HAPPENING To have your school, church or nonprofit social event in “What’s Happening,” email: poconotimes@timesshamrock.com. Exact dates must be listed. NO EVENTS WILL BE TAKEN BY PHONE. EVENTS ARE PRINTED ON A SPACE AVAILABLE BASIS. Deadline — noon on Friday for the next Wednesday publication. No faxes or hand-written submissions will be accepted. MARCH 9 • Hot roast turkey sandwich dinner on Saturday, March 9, 2-5 pm. at McMichaels UM Church, Rt. 715 and White Church Road. The meal includes mashed potatoes, vegetable, homemade desserts and beverages for $8; $4 for kids 6 to 12; and free for children 5 and younger. • The church will also have a donation-only all-you-can-eat breakfast on March 9, 8-10 a.m.

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• The church will also have a homemade pizza sale. Orders are due by Thursday, March 7, and are to be picked up by 11 a.m. on Sat., March 16. Cost is $4 for a 12-inch pizza (cheese only). Call 570-629-1136 and leave your name and phone number with your order. MARCH 10 The American Legion Riders have their monthly meeting on Sunday, March 10, at 10:30 a.m. at the American Legion Post No. 927, Route 209 and Fairgrounds Road in Gilbert. The American Legion Riders contribute to Veterans, the Community, and enjoy riding. For more information, contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208. • McMichaels UM Church, Route 715 and Church Road, will hold a hoagie sale with orders due by March 10 for pickup on Thurs-

day, March 21 after 4 p.m. Cost is $5. Call 610597-1030 to place your order. MARCH 13 The Monroe County Garden Club will meet on Wednesday, March 13, at 11:30 a.m. at Kettle Creek Environmental Center, 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg. The program will be “Invasive Plants and Weeds,” presented by Sherry Acevedo. The horticulture theme is open, horticulturist choice; the design theme will be “an elegant country wedding.” Meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch, followed by program. Everyone interested in gardening is welcome to attend. Admission is $5 for nonmembers (applied to your membership). Luncheon included. Please see Calendar, Page 11

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Scholarship opportunities

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The Monroe County Conservation District and members of the Stanley Becker family are accepting applications for the 12th a n nu a l S t a n l e y B e cke r M e m o r i a l Scholarship. This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior in Monroe County who is planning on attending college and majoring in an environmental field. To apply, students may print an application or apply online at mcconservation.org. Deadline for applications is Friday, March 29. For more information, call the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at (570) 629-3061, or visit mcconservation.org.

Auxiliary auction The Auxiliary of Lehigh Valley HospitalPocono will hold its annual auxiliary auction Tuesday through Thursday, April 9-11. 6-10 p.m. each day. The auxiliary is looking for food vendors, auction items and sponsors. As in previous years, it is being hosted by the East Stroudsburg University’s Digital Media Technology Department. It will be aired on BRCTV13 and available online at facebook.com/ lvhpauxiliary. Viewers may bid on products and services from local business. In the past, the proceeds from the auction have purchased medical equipment, funded expansion projects and supported medical services. This year’s goal is to raise $25,000 to help directly fund a Mobile Mammography Unit in Monroe County. The ability to offer a Mobile Mammography Unit will help LVH-Pocono bring services closer to the homes of those in need of vital healthcare services and provide peace of mind they are receiving the best care possible. For more information, call 570-656-6352 or email SCNThoms@GMail.com or visit give. lvhn.org/Pocono.

Be a Water Warrior Brodhead Watershed Association will soon welcome more “water warriors” into its popular Streamwatch program. Streamwatch volunteer training sessions will be held in March in two locations. You need attend only one session: either 7 p.m. Thursday, March 21, at Northampton Community College’s Tannersville campus, Room 104 in Kapp Hall; or at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 23, at Barrett Paradise Friendly Library, Route 191, Cresco. For 28 years, BWA Streamwatch volunteers have been checking local streams on a monthly basis. Now, with more than 70 volunteers in seven subwatershed regions of Monroe County, new volunteers are always welcome to join the efforts to ensure water quality. This program

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is also a good refresher course for veteran Streamwatchers. “These citizen scientists not only test for indicators of pollution, they also provide observations on the health of our streams,” said Bob Heil, BWA executive director. “With budget cuts at regulatory agencies, these volunteers are even more valuable.” If problems are discovered, BWA alerts regulatory agencies, such as the Department of Environmental Protection. At the training, volunteers will meet other Streamwatchers from the local watershed, learn what the program is all about and get hands-on training with the equipment. At that time, you can decide if Streamwatch is right for you. To register for either training session or if you have questions, contact the BWA office at 570-839-1120 or email info brodheadwatershed. org. Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is preferred. For more about the Streamwatch program, see brodheadwatershed.org/ streamwatchers.html.

Grant-writing Program Could some grant money help get a new pro g ram of f the g round for your organization? Penn State Extension is offering a program on grant-writing for nonprofit organizations and municipalities seeking financial support for a project. The workshop addresses how to work effectively with foundations, components of an effective proposal, evaluation strategies and how a grant proposal is reviewed. The program will conclude with a panel presentation of representatives from local foundations and a state elected official representative. This workshop is recommended for staff, volunteers and board members of community nonprofits, local governments and other community organizations. The program will be held Thursday, March 28, 1- 4 p.m. at the Monroe County Extension office at 724 Phillips St. in Stroudsburg. The cost of the workshop is $35. To register, visit extension.psu.edu/grant-writing. For more information, email ptw3@psu.edu or call 570296-3400.

Earth Day Plans On Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., organizations, businesses and local agencies throughout Monroe County have organized a county-wide event to celebrate the conservation successes of the past 20-plus years in Monroe County. The day includes: musical entertainment featuring The SteelCreek Duo and the

Juggernut String Band. There will also be children’s activities, a “give and take” sponsored by Close the Loop, electronics recycling and tire amnesty sponsored by the Waste Management Authority, speakers and exhibits highlighting local environmental business, organizations and agencies. New this year will be the Pocono Arts Council Earth Speaks Exhibit from 1-3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information about Earth Day, visit mcearthday.org or call the Monroe County Conservation District at 570-629-3061, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more infor mation on other programs offered, visit mcconservation.org.

Temple Israel Temple Israel of the Poconos, 711 Wallace St. in Stroudsburg offers the following regular classes: Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to noon: adult education classes; weekly Torah portion, from beginning to end, with commentary and discussion. Wednesday focuses more on the test, Thursday focuses more on discussion. Every Sunday noon-1:30 p.m: Brunch and learn speed learning. Seven minutes per topic. Weekly topics: Kabbalistic secrets of Hebrew words, Jewish ethics, Jewish literacy, Biblical literacy, Jewish concepts, Jewish laws and customs, Hebrew prayers translated and Yiddish with Bernie. Monthly: Havdalah open night ice cream party after the Shabbat: say goodbye to the Shabbat Queen with the traditional ceremony featuring the multiwick Havdalah candle, wine and spices, followed by your own sundaes and an open stage hour to join Rabbi Melman and friends make Jewish music. Upcoming Spring Events (Call Lucinda at the office 570-421-8781 if you are interested in any of these activities). Starting in April Zumba Gold with Cheryl Feder on Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. Members $8; non-members $10. Wear comfortable clothing and smooth bottom sneakers, no mat necessary. . End of March -(date to be announced): Master Gardener presentation: Small home and raised gardens. Get some tips and ideas about your home garden from certified Master Gardener Carolyn Jones. March or April: Field trip to Kitchen Chemistry on Main street. Call Lucinda at the office 570-421-8781 if you are interested. Starting in April: Yoga and guided meditation with Mel Rosenthal on Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m.$5 for members; $7 for non members.

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At last year’s Dentistry from the Heart event, more than 75 volunteers posed for a photo outside the Horizon Dental Care Hawley office. On Saturday, April 27, 8 a.m. to noon, Horizon Dental Care will host its 14th annual Dentistry from the Heart event at its Hawley office at 2537 Route 6 . The event provides free dentistry including fillings, cleanings and extractions at no cost to patients in need. Patients must be 18 years or older and will

be seen on a first-come-first-served basis. Patients should plan to arrive as early as possible and dress appropriately as they may be waiting outdoors. Parking is available at Wallenpaupack Area High School. Visit HorizonDentalCares.com or call 570226-8800 for more information.

Wine OK out of spotlight for French tradition of apéro BY DAVID FALCHEK ExEcutivE dirEctor of thE AmEricAn WinE SociEty

2017 Beaujolais Villages, fruit-forward with juicy plum character, is perfect. Beaujolais gets knocked for not having the structure of big reds, but every red wine doesn’t need to be like cabernet. $13. ★★★★ In France, cabernet franc is used as Bordeaux blender and occasionally as the star of some of the red wines of Loire, such as Saumur or Chinon. The lesser-known southern France region of Gard is promoting the lesser-known variety cabernet franc. The grape, which ripens irregularly, can develop vegetative, weedy character that turns off people. But with all the heat in the south to ripen the grapes, lack of ripeness is a non-issue and makes Domaine Mas Barrau 2017 Gard Cabernet Franc interesting. A smooth-textured wine with floral, earthy smells and rich black raspberry character comes at a great price. $9. ★★★★ Chateau Bonnet Bordeaux Blanc is a great introduction to the style. A blend of mostly sauvignon blanc and semillon, the wine is floral with green apple, a touch of citrus and refreshing acidity. $15. ★★★★ Wine doesn’t need to be expensive, and it doesn’t need to be the center of attention when looking for a quick glass at apéro.

A friend of mine recently hosted apéro, a light nosh and nod to a French custom of the same name where people gather for appetizers or small plates sometime between the conclusion of work and the night. We could call it happy hour with small plates. If you consider that the typical French person may not sit down to dinner until 8 or 9 p.m., a bite to eat (and of course some wine) is not a bad idea. You will see bars there busy around 5 or 6, not with diners but with munchers and sippers. Restaurants generally don’t open until much later. Often, apéro is accompanied by beer or a cocktail. The tradition has been questioned lately for, it is believed, encouraging drinking and driving. However, most French are prudent in their wine consumption. In large- and midsized French cities, robust public transportation makes it easy to live and work without operating a vehicle at all. The group at our apéro brought cheese and meat plates, olives, salad, finger foods and the sort of widely available, affordable French wines that so often provide a back- GRADE: Exceptional ★★★★★ Above average ground to unwind and talk. ★★★★, Good ★★★, Below average ★★, Poor For a quick glass with charcuterie, Jadot ★.

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PEEC events in March

At Pocono Environmental Education Center, 538 Emery Road in Dingmans Ferry: • Introduction to Orienteering. Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to noon. $5. Learn how to use a map and compass on our orienteering course. You’ll learn the basics before you try and find all the points. Space is limited. • Fire Building. Saturday, March 16, 1-3 p.m. $5 . Learn some primitive and modern fire-making skills. Try your hand at a flint and steel and more. Ages 10 and older. • Woodcock Walk. Saturday, March 23, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. A walk to see the mysterious woodcock and its spectacular springtime mating display. Bring a flashlight for better searching. Ages 10 and older. • Salamanders, Frogs and More. Sunday, March 24, 1-3 p.m. $5. Amphibians are stirring in the woods. Explore nearby breeding pools for salamanders, frogs and egg masses. We’ll provide nets and collection jars for gentle, up-close study. Wear boots and clothes that can get muddy or wet. • Girl Scout Badge Festival. Saturday, March 30, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. $25 for a full day.

Brownies will get busy with their Hiker and Cabin Camper badges. Juniors will fulfill the Eco Camper badge. Cadettes will work on their Trailblazing badges and Seniors will work on the Adventurer badge. Overnight options are available for all ages levels, ask for more information. Payment is required at registration. Space is limited. Overnight accommodations with meals are available for $43 per person. • Ecozone Discovery Room. Saturday, March 30. $2. Climb into a bald eagle’s nest, crawl into a bat cave, explore a beaver lodge, and dig in a fossil pit. Explore this indoor discovery room and enjoy hands-on exhibits on natural history, sustainability and the local environment. No registration required. • Guided Interpretive Hike, Sunday, March 31, 10 a.m. to noon. Free for PEEC members/ $5 for non-PEEC members. Take a hike and learn a little bit more about forests. Don’t be afraid to ask plenty of questions along the way. For more information, call 570-828-2319.

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Shawnee makes cancer donation

Shawnee Mountain recently held its sixth annual Cancer Awareness Weekend in cooperation with the American Cancer Society. Saturday’s activities included “Paint the Mountain Pink,” which raised $1,800 for Breast Cancer awareness and research. Sunday’s activities centered around the Joe Riesle Memorial Ski Race Against Cancer. Race fee proceeds, along with corporate sponsorships and individual donations raised $6,040, all of which has been donated to the Monroe County Chapter of the American Cancer Society.

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Both accounts are FDIC-insured up to the maximum allowable limit. Platinum Savings offer available in AL and PA. Fixed Rate CD offer available in AL, AZ, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, MD, NJ, NM, NV, NY, PA, SC and VA. Portfolio by Wells Fargo® customers are eligible to receive an additional interest rate bonus on these accounts.3 1. To qualify for this offer, you must have a new or existing Platinum Savings account and enroll the account in this offer between 01/21/2019 and 03/22/2019. This offer is subject to change at any time, without notice. This offer is available only to Platinum Savings customers in the following states: AL and PA. In order to earn the Special Interest Rate of 2.08% (Special Rate), you must deposit $25,000 in new money (from sources outside of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., or its affiliates) to the enrolled savings account and maintain a minimum daily account balance of $25,000 throughout the term of this offer. The corresponding Annual Percentage Yield (APY) for this offer is 2.10%. The Special Rate will be applied to the enrolled savings account for a period of 12 months, starting on the date the account is enrolled in the offer. However, for any day during that 12 month period that the daily account balance is less than the $25,000 minimum, the Special Rate will not apply and the interest rate will revert to the standard interest rate applicable to your Platinum Savings account. As of 12/10/2018, the standard interest rate and APY for a Platinum Savings account in AL with an account balance of $0.01 to $24,999.99 is 0.03% (0.03% APY), $25,000 to $49,999.99 is 0.10% (0.10% APY), $50,000 to $99,999.99 is 0.15% (0.15% APY) and with an account balance of $100,000 and above is 0.20% (0.20% APY); and for Platinum Savings account in PA with an account balance of $0.01 to $49,999.99 is 0.03% (0.03% APY), $50,000 to $99,999.99 is 0.05% (0.05% APY) and with an account balance of $100,000 and above is 0.10% (0.10% APY). Each tier shown reflects the current minimum daily collected balance required to obtain the applicable APY. Interest is compounded daily and paid monthly. The amount of interest earned is based on the daily collected balances in the account. Upon the expiration of the 12 month promotional period, standard interest rates apply. Minimum to open a Platinum Savings account is $25. A monthly service fee of $12 applies in any month the account falls below a $3,500 minimum daily balance. Fees may reduce earnings. Interest rates are variable and subject to change without notice. Wells Fargo may limit the amount you deposit to a Platinum Savings account to an aggregate of $1 million. Offer not available to Private Banking, Wealth, Business Banking or Wholesale customers. 2. Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is effective for accounts opened between 01/21/2019 and 03/22/2019. The 11-month New Dollar CD special requires a minimum of $25,000 brought to Wells Fargo from sources outside of Wells Fargo Bank N.A., or its affiliates to earn the advertised APY. Public Funds and Wholesale accounts are not eligible for this offer. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity. Interest is compounded daily. Payment of interest on CDs is based on term: For terms less than 12 months (365 days), interest may be paid monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or at maturity (the end of the term). For terms of 12 months or more, interest may be paid monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually. A fee for early withdrawal will be imposed and could reduce earnings on this account. Special Rates are applicable to the initial term of the CD only. At maturity, the Special Rate CD will automatically renew for a term of 6 months, at the interest rate and APY in effect for CDs on renewal date not subject to a Special Rate, unless the Bank has notified you otherwise. Due to the new money requirement, accounts may only be opened at your local branch. Wells Fargo reserves the right to modify or discontinue the offer at any time without notice. Offer cannot be combined with any other consumer deposit offer. Minimum new money deposit requirement of at least $25,000 is for this offer only and cannot be transferred to another account to qualify for any other consumer deposit offer. If you wish to take advantage of another consumer deposit offer requiring a minimum new money deposit, you will be required to do so with another new money deposit as stated in the offer requirements and qualifications. Offer cannot be reproduced, purchased, sold, transferred, or traded. 3. The Portfolio by Wells Fargo program has a $30 monthly service fee, which can be avoided when you have one of the following qualifying balances: $25,000 or more in qualifying linked bank deposit accounts (checking, savings, CDs, FDIC-insured IRAs) or $50,000 or more in any combination of qualifying linked banking, brokerage (available through Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC), and credit balances (including 10% of mortgage balances, certain mortgages not eligible). If the Portfolio by Wells Fargo relationship is terminated, the bonus interest rate on all eligible savings accounts, and discounts or fee waivers on other products and services, will discontinue and revert to the Bank’s then-current applicable rate or fee. For bonus interest rates on time accounts, this change will occur upon renewal. If the Portfolio by Wells Fargo relationship is terminated, the remaining unlinked Wells Fargo Portfolio Checking or Wells Fargo Prime Checking account will be converted to another checking product or closed.

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(PPODS) meets on the last Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in East Stroudsburg University, Stroud Hall. Call 570-476-1269, visit theppods.org or find Pocono Parents of Children with Down Syndrome on Facebook. • The West End Republican Club, meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at Cherry’s Family Restaurant, Route 209 in Kresgeville, Polk Township. Republican-minded citizens are encouraged to attend. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. For those wishing to eat prior to the meeting, arrive by 6 p.m. For additional information and directions, visit westendgop.com or call 443-326-5100. • Big Pocono Ski Club: not just for skiers. Biking, golf, kayaking, hiking, tennis, social events, local skiing and ski trips is what we do. You can too, when you become a member by emailing llasher@ptd.net or calling 570-629-1323. • Business Network International (BNI), an organization known as is “the world’s

largest referral organization,” works by creating a group of people from various industries and encouraging regular passing of referrals. Each chapter allows one person per occupational classification, and prospective members must be approved via an application process. The BNI Mountain Chapter — Poconos meets every Thursday at 7 a.m. at the Hampton Inn in Bartonsville. For more information or to attend a meeting contact Yvonne L. Reitemeyer 570-421-7447 x233 or visit their Facebook page, BNI Mountain Chapter Poconos PA. • A meditation group meets on the fourth Sunday of the month, 1:15-2:30 p.m. at Stroudsburg Library 1002 Route 611. Call 570-421-0800. • Pocono Submarine Veterans meet regularly on the third Wednesday each month at Wilson Fisher American Legion, Post 413, Old Route 940, Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania. They are a local chapter of the national organization. The purpose of the organization is to per-

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