The Salisbury Elementary School PTO will host a kindergarten Popsicle play date 6:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 5. You are invited to bring your incoming kindergartners and rising first graders to Devonshire Park where they will be serving Popsicles to the kids as they play on the playground.

This event gives families a chance to meet others who are joining the district this fall and it gives incoming kindergartners a chance to ask the outgoing kindergarten class any questions they have about their first year at SES.

The PTO is looking for suggestions for fundraisers or an event you’d like to see the PTO hold. Visit the Salisbury Elementary School PTO Facebook page and leave a comment or suggestion.

The Salisbury Falcon cheerleaders are selling one-of-a-kind spirit blankets. These 50 inch by 60 inch custom blankets make amazing gifts for alumni, athletes, die-hard fans, families, friends and back-to-school teacher surprises. Support the tiniest Falcons by visting https://mydesigns.teamthrows.com/f/salisbury-falcon-blanket-fundraiser. The sale ends Aug. 31.

Salisbury Youth Association soccer registration is open but spots are filling up quickly. One U11 boys team is filled and there are only nine spots left for the second team. To register, visit https://syasports.sportngin.com/register/form/837940599. Teams include U7, coed, U9 girls/boys, U11 girls/boys, U13 coed and U15 coed. Players will need shin guards, cleats and a soccer ball by the date of the first practice. Participation in a fundraiser and uniform fees are in addition to registration. For questions, email soccer@syasports.net.

All seventh and eighth graders are invited to hit the field with Salisbury field hockey. All Salisbury Middle School students, as well as Salisbury Township students attending charter or Catholic schools that feed into Allentown Central Catholic High School are invited to join the team.

Mandatory practices begin 4-5:30 p.m. Aug. 12 at SMS. The regular practice schedule is 4-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday unless there is a game scheduled.

The most essential item needed is a good pair of sneakers. Some sticks are available to use but players can use their own available at local sporting goods stores. Players will also need their own shin guards and mouth guard to ensure safety on the field.

For more information, reach out to coaches bbeckage@salisburysd.org, aruiz@salisburysd.org, jbrennan@salisburysd.org or kdefazio@salisburysd.org.

This year’s National Night Out is just around the corner! The event will be held 5-8 p.m. Aug. 5 at SMS, 3301 Devonshire Road, Allentown. This free event will have something for everyone. Lehigh Valley Health Network’s MedEvac will land 5 p.m. so make sure to have your camera open on your phone.

There will be a live DJ all night, variety of foods and beverages from Kasey Lynn’s/Paragon Catering and KPLS Catering and treats and free handouts from Starbucks, Vallos Bakery, So Cool Ice Cream, AT&T, Embassy Bank, 7/11, Purina, Texas Roadhouse and Walmart.

LVHN’s new security patrol dogs will make an appearance. A children’s bounce house and face painting will be available. A large basket raffle and 50/50 drawing will also be available.

A K-9 demonstration will feature Salisbury Township Police Department Officer Watson and K-9 Echo. Both Western and Eastern Salisbury fire departments will demonstrate the Jaws of Life.

Special guest appearances will include Salisbury Township Public Safety Division, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Wildlands Conservancy, Pennsylvania Wilderness Search and Rescue, Lehigh County Emergency Management and the United States Marines.

Miller-Keystone Blood Center is holding a Bloodstravaganza through Aug. 31.

All high school students who donate blood will receive a limited edition Bloodstravaganza button when they register using the SHS code: 0490. Students are also entered to win prizes like Beats Studio Pro headphones and gift cards. Visit the Miller-Keystone Blood Center website for more information and to register for an appointment.

Musikfest starts July 31. If you enjoy music and good food, make sure you stop down to take in some of the performers at this year’s fest. One of my favorites, Cast in Bronze, is scheduled for several shows and I hope to make at least one in between the Wind Creek concerts So grab your mug and enjoy the Fest.

Mark your calendars for 1-4 p.m. Sept. 27 when AM Radio returns to Franko Park for a free concert. Food will also be available from Top of the Hill Grill food truck and dessert from the So Cool Ice Cream truck will be available.

The township recycling drop off sites are open. The Franko Farm site will open July 30 and Aug. 2 and the Devonshire site will be open Aug. 4, 7 and 9. Drop off center hours will be 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays and 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturdays.

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