Last week on social media, the Bath Farmers Market announced the board’s decision to cancel the 2024 market season. Several factors contributing to the board’s difficult decision were cited, such as unexpectedly having to hire a new market manager close to the market’s opening date, looming road construction and, most importantly, a lack of vendor participation.

Although there will not be a farmers market in the borough this season, the Great Bath Duck Race will go on, with 100% of the proceeds going toward Christ Church of Bath and its missions. Stay tuned for this year’s date and more information.

Planning is underway for the 2025 season. The Bath Farmers Market board is seeking additional members. Those interested can call Carol Bear-Heckman at 610-390-0555 or email ckbh@ptd.net.

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Bath Social Hall, 135 S. Walnut St., is having a bingo bash June 9. The doors open 11 a.m., and bingo starts 1 p.m.

Tickets are available at the door if there are any left. There is a discount if purchased in advance.

Anyone under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent. You must be 18 years old or older to purchase pull-tab tickets, and you must have purchased a bingo ticket package. There is no sharing bingo packages.

Tickets are required to play bingo.

For questions or more information, call Pam at 484-809-3011.

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Bath Area Community Chorus will be presenting “Songs of Freedom” 4 p.m. June 9 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main St. Donations will benefit Bath Fire Department.

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The 15th annual Paw Prints on the Canal will be held 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 9 at Canal Street Park in Northampton.

There will be dozens of vendors, promising something for everyone. Come on out with your pet for an enjoyable day.

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Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church, 3175 Valley View Drive, will hold a graduation celebration service 10 a.m. June 9.

If you know of any Emmanuel’s members who are graduating from high school or higher education programs, such as college or technical school, this year, be sure to share their names with the church office, so they can be included in the program.

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Bath Area Food Bank will next distribute food June 11, starting around 9:30 a.m., on the lower level of St. John’s Lutheran Church.

Do not arrive before 9:30 a.m. for safety reasons.

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My email address is lhahn775@verizon.net if there is any information you would like published in this column. My next column will appear June 13 in The Press, so I need your information no later than June 7.

Thanks for your cooperation, and a great week to all.