The borough of Northampton will hold its annual tree lighting ceremony 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, at the Main Street and Laubach Avenue triangle.

The Italian American Band will provide holiday music 5:30-6 p.m when Santa arrives.

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The Northampton Area Food Bank received 51 turkeys from the Walking Purchase Chapter of Northampton County, an area group affiliated with the National Wild Turkey Federation.

This $700 donation to the food bank will provide a holiday meal to many local families.

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The St. John's Friendly Fifties group will have its annual Christmas party on Wednesday, Dec. 4, at the Northampton Hungarian Hall, Stewart and Canal streets.

Doors will open at noon.

Cabaret Couple will entertain.

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The Northampton Area Public Library, 1615 Laubach Ave., will host a book talk and signing Wednesday, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m., with Tracy L. Berger-Carmen, author of "Nazareth Speedway (Images of Sports)."

The library's book discussion group will meet Wednesday, Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m., to talk about the book "Elbow Room" by James Alan McPherson.

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Quota of Northampton is again accepting contributions of either new, unwrapped gifts of your own choosing or a financial donation for our club's "elves" to shop with so that less-fortunate children in the community can enjoy Christmas.

The club will also operate a Christmas store for young clients of the Northampton Area Food Bank on Saturday, Dec. 7. Each child will be able to pick out a gift for every family member at no charge. In addition to gifts for children, the club is also looking for small gifts for adults and siblings.

Last year, Quota helped more than 40 children in the Northampton Area School District have a wonderful holiday through the generous donations of individuals and local businesses.

To arrange a gift or donation drop-off or pick-up, call Judy Egge at 610-264-9786; email Marian Opresko at marjer8@ gmail.com; or fax Nikol Tews at 610-262-3037.

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