Portrait of a Gardener

Her Boots Inspired a Painting

And Her Gardens  

Inspired a Nation

Feisty Female in the Garden Series

 Afternoon Presentation and Tea 

Her gardens inspired a nation. 

Come join us on Tuesday, Oct. Oct.21 at 1:30 for our second installment of our Feisty Females in Their Gardens Series. As we look at the life and work of England’s 

most famous garden designer, Gertrude Jekyll  

Learn how this feisty female broke into the male dominated world of horticulture to change the face of the English garden forever. The Bell’s own, Elvira Woodruff will share the many tricks and tips practiced by this genius designer and show how we can use them in our own gardens. A special tea celebrating Gertrude Jekyll will be served in our Lower Level. Limited Seating….Order your tickets early so you won’t miss out!

Following the presentation, an Afternoon Tea (Bell Style) will be served in our Lower Level Limited Seating…Order tickets early so you won’t miss out.

Elvira Woodruff is the author of 24 books for children. She lives with her husband Joe in Martins Creek.

Feisty Females in the Garden is graciously sponsored by a grant from the County of Northampton

Halloween “Psycho Killer” Dance Party with the film, Stop Making Sense 

Sponsored by Kasper’s Pool & Spa

Don your “big suit” and get ready to dance!

Celebrate Halloween at the Bell Tower with an ‘80s dance party featuring a screening of the iconic 1984 concert film, Stop Making Sense, by Jonathan Demme and Talking Heads. 

Talking Heads were an American rock band formed in NYC in 1975, consisting of band members, David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, and Jerry Harrison. Described as “one of the most critically acclaimed groups of the ‘80s,” Talking Heads helped pioneer new wave music by combining elements of punk, art rock, funk and world music.

Stop Making Sense is considered by many critics to be one of the greatest concert films of all time and we will be showing the 2023 digitally remastered version by A24 Films. You will not want to miss the opportunity to see this film on the big screen. The lighting techniques and cinematography make the viewer feel as if they are part of the audience. 

Talking Heads perform their most memorable hits including Psycho Killer and Burning Down the House and their music has a rhythm and beat that’s contagious, making it impossible not to dance! 

Be sure to arrive early, grab a drink, have some food, while DJ GVT warms up the crowd with dance tunes before the start of the show! Space is limited, so reserve your tickets soon.

Food and alcoholic beverages will be available to purchase. Costumes are optional.

Tickets - $12.50 in advance, $15.00 at the Door

Doors open at 7:00pm

Film starts at 8:00pm

The Two Maries  Make .................  An Italian Thanksgiving's Appetizers & Desserts

Will Sell Out - Book Early

So, Everyone can make a Turkey for Thanksgiving.... Right??  

So the Maries don't need to help you with that!!  They will be preparing the appetizers and Desserts for the this Traditional American Holiday... With an Italian Twist.

And oh, by the way, they are HILARIOUS!

Join us for this hilarious and educational food lesson and luncheon as we watch and participate with these two beautiful italian ladies "of a certain age" who teach us how to make some o fthe best italian food in the region.

Its not only a fun time, but it is a chance to learn and then... we eat!

"Out to Lunch"

 A lunch and learn event

 Letters from the Homefront

with Marc Blau

The Bell is excited to offer a series of lunches and lectures to senior citizens, 55 and over. Once a month a lively lecture will be given by a local speaker (on a wide range of topics) to be followed by a light lunch, a sandwich, drink, and cookies. We’ve set the price for this at an affordable $12.50, so that as many people can take advantage of this entertaining opportunity- ‘To Lunch and to Learn’.

Our November edition of "Out to Lunch"with local speaker Marc Blau who will give a riveting talk , Letters to the Homefront, A Love Story Between a Community and Its WWII Soldiers.

The project to publish a book about Homefront Magazine began in October 2015. The co-authors, Marc Blau, Karen Brewer, Chip Turtzo, and Deanna Ruzanski assembled volunteers to read and summarize the 4000+ letters that WWII soldiers sent home to their beloved Homefront Magazine. The letters were then categorized by topic and placed into appropriate chapters. Some of the chapters are The Fairest of the Month, Battlefield Stories, Soldier’s Artwork, Poems & Prayers, Heroes and many more. The book highlights the letters and uses the hand-written words of our slate belt fighting men and women to tell the story. Many of your fathers and grandfathers are mentioned in the book and we are sure that your family will pre-order a copy.

Marc Blau taught Social Studies in the Bangor school system for 30 years before retiring. He is now a board member and officer of the Slate Belt Heritage Museum in Bangor.

  Hosted By

 Regina Marinelli & Melba Toliver

Have you considered participating in a book discussion group but haven’t taken the plunge? Why not join us at the Bell for our last meeting of the year, test the waters, and perhaps our discussions, on the second Thursday of most months, will make it on your resolution list in 2026. On November 13th at 6:30 pm we’ll discuss When the Emperor Was Divine, a historical novel by Julie Otsuka, about a Japanese American family sent to an internment camp during World War II. Otsuka’s debut novel is written through the perspective of four family members. 

Even though we won’t be meeting at the Bell in December and January, check this site for details on meeting with another book group in Saylorsburg. At the very least check back with us in January for information on our February discussion. Read on, and make it even more interesting by discussing with others!

Harvest Days, Giving Thanks Around the World

Celebrate harvest festivals from 12 cultures around the globe! We will discuss some of the most ancient traditions in the world, from rice harvests in India to friendly food fights with tomatoes in Spain.

Kids will learn about diverse global traditions and the shared joy of gathering nature's bounty. 

Plus, don’t forget about the craft and snacks!

This is a free event, but parents must stay with children

Lehigh Valley Sing-Off

Round 3

 Five Great Singer-Songwriters who compete for the title of

 Lehigh Valley Sing Off Champion

Artists who will perform 

(Listed Alphabetically)

Ellie Culley

Jonathan Espinosa

Gabby Gattuso

Jeni Hackett

Rebecca Ripley

 The Lehigh Valley Sing-Off was inspired by Harry Chapin's song, "Mr. Tanner", and a competition was born.  

The events will give the Lehigh Valley community the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the talent in our local music community, all while keeping to the ideals of doing well for your fellow person and fighting hunger in our communities.  

The Sing-off will showcase local Singers, Songwriters, and Musicians by holding a series of 3 monthly, plus one final, “Sing Off” competitions where local vocal and musical artists (must be based in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, & Warren NJ, counties) will perform. 

She had horrendous taste in men…

But a Stupendous passion 

for plants! 

 Feisty Female in the Garden Series

Afternoon Presentation and Tea

What was the last thing Napoleon asked for on his  Deathbed?  Why a rose of course! 

Join us on Nov. 18 at  for our next installment of Feisty Female Teas in their Gardens as we travel back in time to visit the home and garden of Napoleon’s feisty first Empress, Josephine. We’ll explore how Josephine’s passion for roses and exotics changed the face of Europe’s horticultural landscape.  

She had horrendous taste in men… But a Stupendous passion for plants! 

Following the presentation, an Afternoon Tea (Bell Style) will be served in our Lower Level Limited Seating…Order tickets early so you won’t miss out.

Elvira Woodruff is the author of 24 books for children. She lives with her husband Joe in Martins Creek.

Limited seating: order your tickets early so you won’t miss out.

Feisty Females in the Garden is graciously sponsored by a grant from the County of Northampton

Lehigh Valley Sing-Off

Final Event

 The Top 3 monthly winners will be competing for the title of                Lehigh Valley Sing Off Champion

 The Lehigh Valley Sing-Off was inspired by Harry Chapin's song, "Mr. Tanner", and a competition was born.  

The events will give the Lehigh Valley community the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the talent in our local music community, all while keeping to the ideals of doing well for your fellow person and fighting hunger in our communities.  

The Sing-off will showcase local Singers, Songwriters, and Musicians by holding a series of 3 monthly, plus one final, “Sing Off” competitions where local vocal and musical artists (must be based in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, & Warren NJ, counties) will perform. 

Holiday Craft Making with Seasonal Refresments

The Bell’s 

Annual Holiday Craft Class

Deb & Elvira are back to guide us in making evergreen Kissing Balls.We’ll also fill small pails with greens for added holiday cheer. So, join us for a relaxed afternoon as we see in the season while crafting original decorations. No experience necessary. All materials supplied by the Bell. Everyone will take home a hand-crafted Kissing Ball as well as a small pail of greens. Cookies and hot drinks will be served.  $15.00 This class is limited .  We suggest you order your tickets early, so you won’t miss out. 

Candlelight Christmas Holiday Program

 Please join us for a Beautiful Candlelight Christmas Concert complete with Entertaining Holiday Music, Beautiful Decorations, & some of the best baked Goodies that you will get for the Holidays. 

This is an event that is a community treasure with music. Bring your family, sing along to all the caroles that you know, and enjoy the sweet treats for the holidays!! 

Because this is a community event, it is offered at a very low $20.00/person including all fees. Treat your family or friends!