The Northampton Area Public Library has received a $1,000 grant from Wells Fargo's Community Partners Program.

"We are very grateful for this grant and the generosity of Wells Fargo. Their support makes it possible for us to keep offering the community something new," said library Director Melissa Hawk.

The library will use the funds for general operating expenses, including support for a new program called "Wonderful Ones." This program will begin in January and is open to parents and caregivers and 1-year-olds.

Call the library at 610-262-7537 for more information.

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The Northampton Area Historical Society will open the Siegfried Railroad Station, West 21st Street, for its annual Christmas at the Station 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7; 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Dec. 14; and 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15.

The station will be decorated for Christmas and will feature special exhibits including a handmade Christmas village and collectible toys.

A Chinese auction will be held as will a cookie sale.

Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 610-262-4748.

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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 Saturday, Dec. 7.

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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