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Northampton: Shredding event is April 26

Northampton Borough will hold a shredding event, sponsored by state Rep. Zach Mako, R-183rd, 10 a.m.-noon April 26 at Northampton Banquet and Event Center, 1601 Laubach Ave. There is no box or bag limit.

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Breakfast will be held 8-11 a.m. April 27 at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 2181 Washington Ave. French toast, pancakes, scrambled eggs or omelet, ham, sausage, bacon, hash browns, toast, juice, coffee and tea are on the menu.

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A veteran’s outreach day will be 9 a.m.-1 p.m. May 3 at Hungarian Hall, 1300 Stewart St. The event is open to all veterans and their families and caretakers.

The event is sponsored by Joint Veterans of Northampton and Valley Health Partners Veteran Health Program. Some of the resources available include VA health care and benefits, home care, employment, education and more.

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Northampton Area School District community education is currently offering classes.

Water aerobics with Susan Roberts will be held 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays though May 29 in the Northampton Area Middle School natatorium. Experience a low-impact workout that is kind to your joints. The instructor will explain all the exercises and utilize noodles, water dumbbells and water belts to get a total body workout. Locker rooms are available, if needed.

Beginner crocheting with Stephanie Mohler will be 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through May 28 in the George Wolf Elementary School library. You will work toward a project of your choice with one-to-one help from the experienced instructor. All materials will be provided. No drop-ins are permitted.

Lap and open swim will be 7:30-8:30 p.m. May 7, 14, 21 and 28 in the middle school natatorium. Enjoy the water at your own pace. You can swim laps, tread water or use our kickboards, noodles or water dumbbells to do your own exercises.

Participants do not need to be NASD residents to join but must be at least 15 years old. Register at nasdschools.org under the community tab.

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Plan to attend the popular Assumption BVM basket social, scheduled for noon-7 p.m. May 17 and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. May 18. Drawings will be held 1:30 p.m. May 18.

Prizes include baskets, gift cards and special prizes. There is a bonus if you purchase tickets early.

For more information, call 610-262-2559.

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Northampton Fire Department 42 is hosting its third annual fire cadet camp July 7-11.

The camp, which is open to borough residents only until further notice, is planned for 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. each day with a graduation ceremony July 12. The camp, held at 4 Lerchenmiller Drive, teaches young adults ages 11-15 what a firefighter does. There will be scheduled events each day that will include hands-on training, team building, mentorship and more.

The camp is free this year due to generous donations.

For an application or more information, email Barry Frantz, safety officer and camp director, at NFD42Camp@northamptonfire42.com. Applications can also be picked up at borough hall during regular hours or at the fire station.

The maximum capacity is 20 students.

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Email your group, church or Scout events to mjkor62@gmail.com.