Catasauqua American Legion Post 215, 330 Second St., will hold a boiler bingo and basket raffle Oct. 10. Doors open noon, and bingo begins 1 p.m. There will be prizes, games, baskets and fun for everyone, and the kitchen will be open.

There is a cost.

For more information, call the legion at 610-264-1606 or email cmdrpost215@gmail.com.

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Presbyterian Church of Catasauqua, 210 Pine St., will be holding a blessing of the animals service 5 p.m. Oct. 10. Bring any of your pets, including dogs, cats, hamsters and more for a brief outdoor service.

Consider bringing pet food donations with you as an offering.

For more information, call the church office at 610-264-2595.

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Holy Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church, 604 Fourth St., will be having a lasagna dinner fundraiser Oct. 10, with sittings 5 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. By donation, each dinner will consist of lasagna, tossed salad, bread and butter, beverage and dessert.

Reservations are required. To make a reservation or for questions, call Jason at 484-239-074.

All proceeds benefit Lehigh Valley Outreach Depot, which provides furniture, household goods and disaster relief supplies for those in need.

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Catasauqua Community Thrift Shop, 113 Bridge St., will continue its bag sale on everything in the shop through Oct. 10.

To fill a large brown paper bag is $5 and to fill a large white plastic kitchen bag is $8.

The shop’s regular hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays.

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Catasauqua Youth Athletic Association basketball cheer sign-ups, for ages 8-15, will be held 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 10, 5:30-7 p.m. Oct. 12, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 17 and 5:30-7 p.m. Oct. 19 at the field house, 890 Walnut St.

There is a uniform deposit and registration cost. There will be a mandatory fundraiser per athlete.

Practices will be held at Catasauqua Middle School or Catasauqua High School. Cheerleaders will only cheer at home games.

For more information or questions, contact Jen at 484-358-9246 or cyaacheerleading@gmail.com.

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The 19th annual Best of North Catasauqua Autumnfest will return 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 11 at North Catasauqua William J. Albert Memorial Park, 701 Grove St. The rain date is Oct. 17.

There will be a deejay 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the band stand. There will also be food, a craft and vendor market, flea market, a bounce house and activities for kids, raffle, child ID and fingerprinting for kids by the police department, a ventriloquist and a classic car show.

For information about registration for the car show or craft vendor market, call 610-264-9966.

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The Hokendauqua Chapter of Trout Unlimited basic fly fishing course is scheduled for 8 a.m.-noon Oct. 17 at the Egypt Fire Company social hall, 4099 Kuhn Lane, Whitehall. The event is free and open to the public, but there is a maximum of 15 participants allowed.

Anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

For more information or to register, phone or text Dave Abraham at 610-844-3459.

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St. Mary’s Catholic Church will hold a fall cash bingo Oct. 18 in the parish center. Doors and kitchen open 11:30 a.m., with bingo 1 p.m.

There is a cost, which includes 15 games, seven specials and one jackpot round. No outside food or drinks are permitted.

There will be 50/50 raffle tickets available for purchase, and door prizes will be drawn. The kitchen will be selling your favorites.

Bring your daubers, but no hardboards.

Reservations are encouraged by emailing kim.stmarys122@gmail.com or calling 610-264-0332.

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The next borough council meeting is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at borough hall, 1066 Fourth St.

Visit northcatasauqua.org for the agenda and the access code to view the meeting virtually.

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The North Catasauqua and Catasauqua Halloween parade committee is seeking participants, donations and sponsors for the 2026 parade, set for Oct. 21.

The committee welcomes private donations of any size to help defray the cost of the parade and prize money awards. The parade does not receive funds from either borough to organize and operate the parade. Checks can be made payable to North Catasauqua and Catasauqua Halloween Parade and mailed to the borough, c/o the Halloween parade, 1066 Fourth St., North Catasauqua, 18032.

To learn more, call 484-809-0528 or email paradein18032@gmail.com. You may also send a message on Facebook to Annual Catasauqua/North Catasauqua Parade.

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A trunk or treat will be hosted by the CYAA 6-8 p.m. Oct. 24 at 890 Walnut St. There will be trick or treating with free candy, a photo area and fun games and activities.

Dress in costume, as the most creative costume wins a prize. The concession stand will be open.

Volunteers are needed for decorated trunks. CYAA welcomes families, teams, local businesses and community groups to decorate a trunk and give out candy.

For more information or to volunteer, contact Jen Medina at 484-358-9246 or email cyaacheerleading@gmail.com.

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A disabilities resource fair will be held 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 24 at Union Lutheran Church, 5500 Route 873, in Schnecksville.

This third annual event is a way to connect disabled individuals of all ages with local, state and nonprofit organizations offering assistance, community and support for caregivers. There will be interactive crafts and activities.

The event is hosted by state Rep. Zach Mako, R-183rd, and is open to North Catasauqua residents and the public.

For more details or questions, visit repmako.com or call 610-760-9805.

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Holy Trinity Church will be holding its annual Halloween treat giveaway 6 p.m. Oct. 30 in the church parking lot.

For more information, call the church office at 610-264-2641.

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The 2026 North Catasauqua small Town USA trick-or-treat night will be 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31. Residents who wish to participate are encouraged to turn on their porch lights to welcome trick-or-treaters.

There is no rain date.

For questions, call the borough office at 610-264-1504.

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Good Shepherd CYO winter sports sign-ups are now open for basketball in grades kindergarten to eighth grade, as well as basketball for grades 9-12. You can play CYO sports if you go to Good Shepherd School or are enrolled in the PREP program at one of area affiliated parishes.

Registration is open until Oct. 31. Visit the Good Shepherd CYO Northampton website for more information or to register.

For questions, call the church office at 610-264-1972.

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Borough residents are reminded of important dates for the upcoming election. Polls will be open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 3.

If you are not already registered to vote, the deadline to do so is by Oct. 19. Completed mail ballots must be received by 8 p.m. Nov. 3.

For more information, visit vote.pa.gov.

Additionally, poll workers are sought for Nov. 4. Workers receive payment for training and for their service on Election Day.

In order to serve, you must be registered to vote in the county where you wish to work. Exceptions exist for 17-year-old high school students; contact your county election office for more information.

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North Catasauqua Police Association is hosting a free veteran’s breakfast, planned for 8-10 a.m. Nov. 7 at North Catasauqua Masonic Lodge, 1103 Sixth St.

To register, contact Cpl. Santiago at 610-264-1504 or email ssantiago@ncatapd.org by Nov. 2.

You must be registered to attend this special event, and there is limited space available of the first 35 veterans who register.

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Holy Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church will hold a pancake breakfast 8:30-11 a.m. Nov. 21. Pumpkin or regular pancakes, along with sausage, will be served.

Cost is by donation. Baked goods will also be available for sale.

Proceeds benefit the pastor’s discretionary fund.

For more information, call the church office at 610-264-2641.

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Save the date for the annual Catasauqua vs. Northampton Thanksgiving Day high school football game, which will take place Nov. 26 at Northampton this year. Support the Rough Riders and this long-held tradition.

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St. Mary’s Catholic Church shared some parking announcements. To maximize the space in front of the church on Second Street, pull up to the stop sign, parking close to the vehicle in front of you. Those parking at Rock Hill, leave an entrance open in the front row to the right of the telephone pole to allow for additional parking behind and help utilize the available parking effectively.

Remember not to block the church driveway.

The church is also looking to fill some greeter spots on Saturday evenings and Sunday morning. If you like to chat and meet new people, this is perfect for you.

Call the parish office at 610-264-0332 or let one of the greeters know you are interested.

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With Veterans Day approaching, consider purchasing a Hometown Heroes banner to honor anyone who served in the military. The banners will be installed and hung on various streets in the borough.

Banner application forms are available at borough hall during regular business hours.

For more information or any questions, call borough hall at 610-264-1504, ext. 4.

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Get out and enjoy all the fun at Autumnfest this weekend! Have a great and safe Columbus Day weekend.

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