The Catasauqua/North Catasauqua J4 committee is planning to meet 7 p.m. Oct. 28 at the North Catasauqua Municipal Building, 1066 Fourth St.

Volunteer to help plan the 2022 J4 Celebration, set for July 2 at North Catasauqua William J. Albert Memorial Park, 701 Grove St.

All those attending the meeting are asked to wear a mask even if vaccinated.

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Breaking news: Republican Jessica Kroope has announced she is running as a write-in candidate for Catasauqua mayor in the Nov. 2 election. According to her statement, she has 12 years of experience on borough council, where she spent four years as vice president.

“I proactively made a difference in the betterment of Catasauqua,” Kroope said. “Born and raised in Catasauqua, I care about my neighbors and the future of Catasauqua. The biggest reason why I want to be your mayor is that we should all feel safe in our homes and community. We need new leadership. I have a strong background in local government and know what it takes to lead Catasauqua into a brighter future.”

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Holy Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church, 604 Fourth St., will hold a free community lunch 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Oct. 30.

All are welcome.

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Boy Scout Troop 94 of Catasauqua is planning a breakfast 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Catasauqua Legion Post 215, 330 Second St.

The menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, toast, hash browns, coffee, tea, milk and orange juice.

All are welcome.

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The Catasauqua Garden Club will next meet 1 p.m. Nov. 3 at Slovak Center Social Club, 1233 Fifth St., North Catasauqua.

Linc Coffin, a Pennsylvania Master Gardener, will discuss how to take care of holiday plants.

Garden club members will present entries for judging in artistic and horticultural categories.

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Orders are due by Nov. 2 for the ongoing Catasauqua High School band and chorus hoagie and sandwich monthly fundraiser. Delivery is expected Nov. 9.

Email catasauquamusicarts@gmail.com to request a menu from Island Expressions, or call Sherri at 620-264-1394 with any questions.