Danielle O’Brien from 3d Dance Studio in Northampton has been nominated for the Greatmats National Dance Instructor of the Year.

She is one of 29 dance teachers from across the Unites States vying for the award, which honors instructors who have made a positive impact in the lives of their students and communities. These instructors have been nominated by members of their respective communities.

An online vote will take place through Nov. 28 at greatmats.com/2019-greatmats-national-dance-instructor-of-the-year.php.

The two instructors with the most votes will be named finalists. The winner will be chosen based on demonstration of service, community impact, integrity and quality of instruction.

The winner will be announced Dec. 13.

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A Christmas craft and vendor event is planned for 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 23 at Northampton Banquet & Event Center, 1601 Laubach Ave.

More than 50 crafters will have displays.

A silent auction, Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle are also part of the day.

Food will be available for purchase.

For more information, call Suzanne at 484-225-3056 or Lori at 610-597-8278.

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The borough municipal building, 1401 Laubach Ave., will be closed Nov. 28 and 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Northampton will hold its tree-lighting ceremony Dec. 1 at Main Street and Laubach Avenue.

The program will begin 5:30 p.m. with carols. Santa is scheduled to arrive 6 p.m. aboard a borough firetruck.

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Northampton Area Food Bank is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Judy’s Little Santa Shop with an event set for 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 7 at East Allen Township Fire Department, 5354 Nor-Bath Blvd.

Children who utilize the food bank are invited to come and shop for gifts for their immediate family. There is no charge.

Santa and special guests Mickey and Minnie will be there.

For more information, contact Kelly Frantz at 484-664-0455 or 610-262-7826.

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Reminder: Assumption of the Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1301 Newport Ave., is holding a nut roll sale. Choices include apricot, lekvar, nut, poppy seed, red raspberry and pumpkin/cheese.

Orders must be placed by Nov. 24. Call Marty at 610-682-4458, Helen at 610-261-4575 or Linda at 610-262-0265.

Orders can be picked up 9 a.m.-noon Dec. 7 at the church.

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Email information to tklutter@ptd.net, and I’ll include it in an upcoming column.