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💪 Men’s Prayer Breakfast Recap 🙏
This morning at Evermoore’s in New Bethlehem, we were blessed to hear from guest speaker Tim Heeter, who shared a powerful message from the Book of Joshua about trusting God’s guidance rather than relying on our own strength.
✨ Top 3 Takeaways for Daily Life:
1️⃣ Trust God, not yourself – Joshua 7 reminds us that when we try to do things on our own, we stumble. Commit your plans to the Lord. (Proverbs 16:3)
2️⃣ Serve others faithfully – Just as Tim’s trip to Honduras taught him, life is not about us. It is about blessing others through service. (Luke 17:10)
3️⃣ Pray before you act – Don’t get ahead of God. Seek His guidance and He will use you for His glory.
📖 “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.” – Proverbs 16:3
👏 Thank you, Tim, for reminding us that being a man of God means being a servant first!
📅 Join us for future Men’s Prayer Breakfasts: 1st & 3rd Thursdays each month • 7 AM • Evermoore’s Restaurant, New Bethlehem
#MensPrayerBreakfast #NewBethlehem #RedbankValley #FaithInAction #Joshua #Proverbs16 #ServingOthers
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🎨✨ Discover Local Art in the Redbank Valley! ✨🎨
Did you know New Bethlehem has its very own art gallery? 🖼️ The brand-new billboard on Route 28 Northbound now points travelers straight to The Gallery at New Bethlehem Town Center, located right along the beautiful Redbank Valley Trails! 🚴♀️🌿
Stop in and explore inspiring creations from more than a dozen talented local artists. 🖌️🎶 Support local art, enjoy the community, and experience creativity right here at home! ❤️
#NewBethlehem #RedbankValley #supportlocalartists #artgallery #CommunityStrong #exploreclarioncounty #ShopLocal #trailsidetreasures🎨 Did you know New Bethlehem has its own art gallery?
This new billboard on Route 28 Northbound directs travelers to The Gallery at New Bethlehem Town Center along the Redbank Valley Trails.
Stop by and see artwork by more than a dozen local artists!
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👑 Join us for the 2025 Peanut Butter Festival Queen Scholarship Contest – Poise & Appearance Presentation!
The community is warmly invited to attend this special event showcasing the grace, elegance, and charm of the Peanut Butter Queen contestants. Come cheer on these incredible young women as they take the stage and share their poise with the Redbank Valley community! 💖🌟
📅 Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Gumtown Memorial Park Stage, New Bethlehem PA
This cherished tradition is part of the annual Peanut Butter Festival and is proudly sponsored by The J.M. Smucker Co. and the Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce. 🙌
✨ Bring your family and friends for an evening of inspiration, community pride, and celebration of our local scholarship candidates!
#PeanutButterFestival #QueenContest #RedbankValley #NewBethlehem #CommunityStrong #ScholarshipContest #LocalTraditions #PoiseAndAppearance #RedbankProud
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✨🐾 The Big Dog Show is Coming to the Peanut Butter Festival! 🐾✨
The banner is up and excitement is building for The Big Dog Show, an incredible art and charity event happening along the Redbank Valley Trail during the Peanut Butter Festival – September 19, 20, and 21 in beautiful New Bethlehem, PA! 🎉🐶
🎨 Come see amazing steel dog sculptures decorated by local charities, meet the artist, and check out raffle prizes, fun merchandise, and even the chance to win miniature 8” dogs and keychains! 🗝️🐕
🏛️ The art experience doesn’t stop there: head inside the New Bethlehem Town Center for more local artists, crafters, and interactive opportunities to learn about our wonderful community charities.
🌸 Proceeds benefit Redbank Renaissance, supporting:
✅ Facade improvements to beautify our town
✅ Maintenance of community gardens 🌿
✅ Dogipot bag stations to help keep our sidewalks, parks, and trails clean 🐕🦺
✅ Promotion of local artists, businesses, and the Redbank Valley community ❤️
🙏 Huge thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this possible! Your support helps us keep New Bethlehem and the Redbank Valley shining bright for residents and visitors alike.
📅 Mark your calendars: September 19–21 for the Peanut Butter Festival and The Big Dog Show! Bring your family, enjoy the art, and support local charities, artists, and community pride!
#TheBigDogShow #PeanutButterFestival #NewBethlehem #RedbankValley #CommunityStrong #SupportLocal #RedbankRenaissance #ArtForACause #DogLovers #ShopLocal
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🌟📸 Small-Town News Goes Coast-to-Coast! 🌊📰
A huge congratulations to our very own Liz Harmon, community photographer with TechReady Professionals & RedbankValley.org, for meeting Mayor Eric Onisko of Shelton, WA! 🙌 Liz proudly represented our hometown while holding the Leader-Vindicator, featuring Redbank Valley news all the way across the country. ✨
We are so proud of Liz for capturing community spirit wherever she goes and for sharing a little piece of the Redbank Valley in Washington state! ❤️
#CommunityStrong #RedbankValley #TechReady #LeaderVindicator #HometownPride #Photography #SheltonWA #ConnectingCommunities #SmallTownBigImpact
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🚒🔥 Community Strong on Broad Street! 🔥🚒
A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out and supported the New Bethlehem Volunteer Fire Company’s boot drive today along Broad Street! Your generosity keeps our community safe. ❤️👢💰
🙌 Special thanks to Village Pizza for donating delicious food to fuel our firefighters, to all the amazing volunteers who collected donations throughout the day, and to Fire Company President Wayne Livingston for the use of his trailer. 👏👏👏
*Photos courtesy of TechReady Professionals & RedbankValley.org! 💪❤️
#CommunityStrong #NewBethlehem #RedbankValley #VolunteerFirefighters #ThankYou #SupportLocal #NBVFC
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🍂☕️ F A L L flavors have arrived at Canyon Coffee Co.🍁🧣🥾
From cozy classics like the Pumpkin Spice Latte to seasonal creations like Sweater Weather, Apple Crisp, and the refreshing Caramel Apple Lotus, there’s something for every autumn mood. 🍏✨ And don’t forget to pair your drink with a maple pecan scone, pumpkin muffin, or cinnamon roll from our pastry selection!
📸 Photos by the talented @logantilleyphoto
Stop in today and taste the season! 🍂
#CanyonCoffeeCo #NewBethlehem #FallFlavors #PumpkinSpice #AppleCrisp #SweaterWeather #CoffeeLovers #CommunityStrong
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🎉 UPCOMING EVENTS in the New Bethlehem & Redbank Valley Community! Mark your calendars - there’s something for everyone!
📅 SEPTEMBER
• Sept. 11: Dining to Donate @ Applebees (Benefits Leatherwood Academy)
• Sept. 19–21: Peanut Butter Festival @ Gumtown Park
• Sept. 19–21: The Big Dog Show – Charity Event & Art Show @ 419 Arch St., New Bethlehem
• Sept. 20, 8:30 AM: 4th Annual 5K Race/Fun Walk & Half Marathon hosted by Distant Fire Dept
• Sept. 20, 10 AM: Jeep Invasion – 225 Water St., hosted by Maverick Jeep Alliance
• Sept. 21, 11 AM–4 PM: Cruise-In Car Show hosted by Knight Cruisers @ Redbank Chevrolet
•Sept. 27, 9 AM: Valley Advantages Golf Scramble @ White Oak Golf Course, Dayton
* Sept. 28: Dining to Donate @ Applebees (Benefits Redbank Valley Public Library)
📅 OCTOBER
• Oct. 11: Beer, Wine, and Shine Festival 2025 @ Clarion Mall
• Oct. 30: Halloween Parade @ Redbank Valley High School
📅 NOVEMBER
• Nov. 29: Cookie Crawl @ New Bethlehem
📅 DECEMBER
• Dec. 6: Light Up Night & Festival of Trees @ Gumtown Park
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🌟 Save the Date!
• May–Oct, Fridays 12:30–5 PM: Gumtown Market - Fresh produce, baked goods & more!
🙏 Monthly Gatherings
• 1st & 3rd Thursdays @ 7 AM: Men’s Prayer Breakfast @ Evermoores
• 2nd Thursday @ 8 AM: Women’s Prayer Breakfast @ Evermoores
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#DiscoverClarionCounty #TrailheadToHappiness #VisitPA #NewBethlehem #RedbankValley #CommunityEvents #FamilyFun #ThingsToDo #ShopLocal #SupportLocal
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✨☕ Community Kindness in Action ☕✨
A big THANK YOU to Canyon Coffee Co. of New Bethlehem for always serving up more than just great coffee! 🙌 Special appreciation to Larissa and Kim for their welcoming hospitality, friendly smiles, and top-notch customer service. Your warmth makes every visit feel like home. 💛
Today, Mayor Barrows had the honor of purchasing drinks for several members of the New Bethlehem Fire Company #1 🚒🔥 as a small token of gratitude for their service and dedication to our community.
Great coffee, great people, and a great community - that’s New Bethlehem strong! 💪❤️
#CommunityStrong #NewBethlehem #CanyonCoffee #LocalLove #NBVFC #HospitalityMatters #GratefulCommunity ☕✨
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✨🎬 Outdoor Movie Night on the Trail! 🌌🍿
TONIGHT: Get ready for a fun-filled evening under the stars with New Bethlehem First Fellowship Church! 🙌 Open to community!
📍 Location: Intersection of Liberty Street & Redbank Valley Trail
📅 Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM
Bring your lawn chair or blanket (and maybe a little bug spray 🦟) and enjoy a great movie with friends, family, and neighbors! 🎥🌭
🍿 Popcorn | 🍧 Snowcones | 🌭 Hotdogs | 🔥 S’mores
(All available for a donation!)
Hosted with ❤️ by New Bethlehem First Fellowship Church ⛪
Don’t miss this awesome summer night on the trail! 🌌✨
#MovieNight #CommunityFun #FamilyFriendly #NBFirstFellowship #RedbankValleyTrail #OutdoorMovie #SmallTownCharm #NewBethlehem #RedbankValley✨🎬 Outdoor Movie Night on the Trail! 🌌🍿
Get ready for a fun-filled evening under the stars with New Bethlehem First Fellowship Church! 🙌
📍 Location: Intersection of Liberty Street & Redbank Valley Trail
📅 Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM
Bring your lawn chair or blanket (and maybe a little bug spray 🦟) and enjoy a great movie with friends, family, and neighbors! 🎥🌭
🍿 Popcorn | 🍧 Snowcones | 🌭 Hotdogs | 🔥 S’mores
(All available for a donation!)
Hosted with ❤️ by New Bethlehem First Fellowship Church ⛪
Don’t miss this awesome summer night on the trail! 🌌✨
#MovieNight #CommunityFun #FamilyFriendly #NBFirstFellowship #RedbankValleyTrail #OutdoorMovie #SmallTownCharm #NewBethlehemEvents
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Church Donates 4-H Steer to Bless Local Community
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