The Living Spring International is sponsoring an area community barbecue and summer cookout on the Redeemed Christian Church of God grounds, 5-17 N. Third St. All are welcomed to attend the cookout 1-5 p.m. Aug. 15.

It will be an afternoon filled with food, fun, community bonding, music and fellowship.

Call 610-969-8588 for more details.

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A Coplay column humor: What did the one flip-flop say to the other flip-flop?

Answer at the end of the column. No peeking!

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Reminder: Coplay Saengerbund, 205 S. Fifth St., has scheduled its Friday night concerts. The August lineup is DNA Aug. 14, Third Hand Band Aug. 21 and the Honey Buzzards Aug. 28.

The gate opens 5 p.m., the kitchen will open 5:30 p.m., and the band plays until 10 p.m.

Call 610-262-9937 or visit coplaysaengerbund.com with questions.

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The Saengerbund’s Wednesday acoustic concert lineup includes John Bloys Aug. 19. Performances are 6-9 p.m.

There is no cover cost, and the kitchen will be open.

Call 610-262-9937 or visit coplaysaengerbund.com for details.

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The Wednesday night summer concert series at Second and Chestnut streets features Tim Harakal Aug. 26, James Supra Sept. 9 and Roy Ramos Sept. 23. Concerts are 6-9 p.m.

Bring a blanket or chair, and enjoy an evening of music with friends and neighbors.

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The 45th annual Coplay Community Days festival is planned for Aug. 28-30. It will kick off 5 p.m. Aug. 28 and continues noon-9 p.m. Aug. 29 and 30.

It is a celebration of the local cement industry, particularly the former Coplay Cement Company workers. There will be music, an array of foods, dancing, friendship and time to reconnect with friends.

The Aardvarks will perform 6 p.m. Aug. 28.

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The Whitehall Lions Club cash bingo is set for Oct. 4 at St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, 4 S. Fifth St. The jackpot is $200.

Bingo chips, dabbers and fabulous food will be available for purchase. There also is a basket social and a 50-25-25 cash drawing.

All proceeds benefit Whitehall-Coplay Hunger Initiative. Bring a canned or boxed food to donate.

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New 25-gallon recycle bins with lids are available for purchase at the borough office, 98 S. Fourth St.

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Coplay Food Bank, located in the municipal building, is open from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. the second Tuesday of every month. If unable to attend the scheduled Tuesday morning time frame, call Jodi at 610-262-0928 to make other arrangements.

The food bank needs coffee, spaghetti sauce and noodles, canned pasta, rice pouches and non-sweetened dry cereals. Monetary donations are always accepted.

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The mayor’s office is seeking Coplay residents interested in developing and leading a Coplay town watch. Training will be provided in crime watching and activities to increase the safety of Coplay.

If interested, call 610-751-2745 or email billleiner@aol.com.

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The model train room is operated by Explorer Post 101. Meetings are 7-9 p.m. every Thursday on the second floor of the municipal building.

The mission is to promote interest in the hobby of model railroading to 12-21 year olds.

Join the new Explorer Club for ages 12-14.

Call Michael at 484-633-6581 for information.

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If you have an announcement or event to share in the Coplay column, submit it via email to billleiner@aol.com or via text message to 610-751-2745.

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