Catasauqua Borough and its Shade Tree Commission is holding an Arbor Day program 10 a.m. April 27 at the municipal complex, 90 Bridge St. A number of trees will be dedicated in honor of special members of the community to recognize their contributions to the borough.

In other news, the commission recently issued a notice to property owners in the borough. Trees, shrubs, bushes and other woody vegetation on land along the borough right-of-way lines on either side of all streets, avenues, alleys or ways within the borough are controlled by ordinance 245-1.

When the shade tree inspector declares a problem with trees on private property, the property owner will be notified and a written notice will be issued, in accordance with the ordinance. A no-fee permit will be issued to the property owners for removal, pruning, planting, etc.

The permit allows 60 days for the work to be completed. The contractor will fill out the stub at the bottom of the permit upon completion of the work and will mail it back to the borough.

Any property owner needing a permit should call the borough at 610-264-0571. A commission member will return your call.

Additionally, there is a vacancy on the commission for a resident to join. No experience is necessary. Call the borough for more information.

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Whitehall Active Community Center, 2301 Pine St., will be holding bingo 1 p.m. April 28. Doors open noon.

Bingo will continue with tricky tray, 50/25/25 raffle, piggy number, lightning game and more. There will be refreshments available for purchase.

Bring a nonperishable food item for Whitehall Food Pantry.

Call 610-443-0675 with any questions.

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Catasauqua Garden Club will be painting stone garden markers at the May 1 meeting. The meeting starts 1 p.m. at Slovak Center Social Club, 1233 Fifth St., North Catasauqua.

Club members will have artistic and horticultural entries for judging.

In addition, plans for the annual plant sale, set for May 18 at the Public Library of Catasauqua, will be finalized.

Curious, garden-friendly folks are welcome to share in the knowledge and fun.

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A great week to all.