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RALLY DAY Sunday, September 11th, 9:00 a.m. Please SAVE THE DATE for our Rally Day program. Children will enjoy a few games, meet their Sunday school teachers and perhaps get to throw something at Pastor Nick!!

Children from Pre-K to 12th grade are welcome.

Sunday school will begin Sunday, September 18th. Classes for all school age children will be available.

THE CONNECTIONS CAFÉ … NEW IN ’22! ⬧ Looking for a time and place to reconnect with your church family? ⬧ Parents, looking for an hour just to sit and relax? ⬧ Maybe enjoy a cup of coffee and perhaps a snack, all while your children are attending Sunday School? Well look no further!!

Coming in September!! Join us on the second floor of the church balcony to relax, enjoy time to reconnect after two years away from church and each other. It’s time for us to come together and check in with our Palm family while enjoying a cup of coffee or tea. We would also love to meet for advertising inquiries call 215-679-5090

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New Two Day, Two Year Old Program!

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Taking a Look at

Wetzel Mill restoration

By: Victoria Barndt

wetzel mill LOCATED AT THE UNAMI CREEK, SUMNEYTOWN If you’ve ever driven down Swamp Creek Road along the Unami Creek, you’ve probably taken notice of the lush foliage, the beautiful running water and countless boulders standing guard along the creek. Today, it’s the perfect place for a hike or picnic, but did you know this exact area used to be called “Death Valley?” In the 1800’s multiple Black Powder Mills ruled this area’s booming commerce and industry. Due to working with volatile and highly combustible substances, Black Powder Mills were at great risk for exploding and often, they did just that. Thus explains how this area became known as “Death Valley”. Over the decades, there were quite a few Mills in Sumneytown that experienced this explosive fate.

Black Powder Mills were not the only businesses calling this area home. Nestled between them sat a Mill once owned by the Wetzel Family where they crafted fine furniture, boats, and milled grain and wood. Over the decades the job of the Mill shifted, and so did its story. for advertising inquiries call 215-679-5090

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Today the Wetzel Mill still stands along the Unami but is undergoing a complete restoration led by the Marlborough Area Preservation Society (MAPS). The beautiful stone building sits next to the rushing Unami, which was used as its power source. In 2017 MAPS began from the foundation up, fixing the Mill back to it’s 1890s glory. So far the team has replaced and repaired the Mills foundation, several exterior and interior walls, windows, and roof. In September of last year, the Mill flooded during the storms that washed out many parts of the valley, and The MAPS team was challenged with backtracking to repair parts of their new renovations.

The sawmill is once again functioning through volunteer help and MAPS hopes to one day use it for demonstrations and a community museum.

The Wetzel Mill project is completely funded through donations and completed through volunteer work. If you are interested in donating or volunteering, you can visit WWW.wetzelmill.org to contact MAPS and get involved in your community! Special thanks to Brian McNeill of MAPS for taking time to teach The Community Connection about this wonderful piece of history in our valley’s backyard!

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AUGUST

Community Events

Boyertown Farmers Market WHERE:

Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles Parking Lot 85 S. Walnut Street Boyertown

WHEN: First and Third Thursdays 4PM - 8PM

Our Evening Farmer’s Market is back!

Shop local growers and artisans for fresh produce, meats, dairy, kitchen supplies and more! Check back to preview who will be our featured vendors, special guests, and other updates! We can’t wait to see you!

Charcuterie Workshop WHERE: The Loft at Sweetwater, 2556 Geryville Pike, Pennsburg WHEN: Aug 06, 2022 | 6 PM

Grab a friend or five, and enjoy an amazing night out! Join Donna Olsen from Board AF Charcuterie Company as she walks you step-by-step through creating your own next level charcuterie board.

Ticket price includes a palm leaf platter, all the ingredients to create a stunning board, board accessories, a personalized wooden charcuterie board from White Acre Studios, step by step instructions on how to build the board as well as a glass of wine!

Sign up at: https://www.golfsweetwater. com/pub/registration

New Goshenhoppen Park Supper & 99th Annual Allentown Band Concert WHERE: New Goshenhoppen Park, 3rd Street, East Greenville WHEN: Sat. Sept. 3rd, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM “Piano in the Park” 3pm - 4pm, Park Picnic 4pm - 7pm, Allentown Band Concert, 5pm - 6:45pm Ala Carte Menu & Bake Sale

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IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO BE WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE BEEN!

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More focus Improved memory Increased energy Lubricates joints Improves digestion Improves heart health Flushes toxins Anti-aging Promotes weight loss Prevents infections

Dehydration (the lack of water in our body) can affect one’s ability to function normally. It is most serious in the elderly because as we age our internal thermometer does not work as well. This leaves the elderly at a higher risk for dehydration and heat stroke.

The summer is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine, but it is also the greatest time we are at risk of becoming dehydrated and sick from the heat. So while you are outdoors enjoying the Vitamin D, remember to drink plenty of fluids regardless of the activity, even if it is sitting and reading a book. Carry a water bottle with you when going out. Cut back on caffeine which can increase water loss in the body. Eat fruits and vegetables high in water content such as watermelon, cantaloupe, tomatoes, celery, etc. Enjoy the summer, be safe and please remember to HYDRATE! For more information on how to protect yourself during the hot summer weather, or to learn more about our services for the elderly and disabled, call Family Caregivers Network or visit our website.

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Flexible Caregiver Positions Do you find it hard to fit a job around your busy schedule?

We offer flexible, rewarding caregiving positions for those in need of work around their busy lives.

Earn $1,295 a week for 7 days of live-in care $15+/hr for hourly care *Rates are dependent upon position No experience necessary - training is provided

Family Caregivers Network is an award winning home care agency in Montgomery county that offers flexible work schedules to care for the aging residents at home.

Hourly & Live-In’s Full-Time & Part Time Positions available

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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There is Hope for Dogs with Separation Anxiety!

Lynn Brearey, BS, CPDT-KA, CSAT Certified Professional Dog Training Certified Separation Anxiety Training

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I can help your dog to feel more comfortable and secure when at home alone.

Hundreds of dogs have overcome Separation Anxiety through this proven training program.

To get started please schedule your FREE 30-Minute phone consult with me to discuss your dog and learn more about the training program.

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*Application fees including appraisal, flood certification, credit report, property search, and mortgage recording fees will be waived up to $705. Offer applies to all new Home Equity Loans and Home Equity Lines of Credit with a loan amount >$10,000 (new money). Primary residences only. If the loan is paid off within 12 months, closing costs will be added to your payoff balance. Limited Time Only!

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COMMUNITY CONNECTION

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Kristin C. of Bally walks her daughters dog, Indigo around Camelot Park. She won a gift card to Recurve Boutique for living local!

Sharon S. We caught Sharon S. of Quakertown getting ready to visit her new grandchild! She was looking lovely in her floral print top and we knew she would love shopping at Recurve Boutique with the gift card she won!

Are you living local? CCM is on the prowl for community members living their best local life. If we catch you patronizing local businesses, helping local charities, enjoying local parks, or even strolling down our local streets, we may stop you and hand you a gift card to one of our amazing local businesses. You win just for living local!

So, everyone get out there and LIVE LOCAL! You never know if you’ll be a winner! for advertising inquiries call 215-679-5090

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Summer Kids Meal Program 9,471 meals and counting for Upper Perk kids!

Join us for free, nutritious food, drive-thru or walk-up, at 5 locations now through 8/19!

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HELPLINE Upper Perkiomen Valley Ambulance Association ����������������� 215-679-5989 Open Link & Food Pantry ����������������������������������������������������� 215-679-4112 Project Live ��������������������������������������������������������� 724-617-2703 Upper Perkiomen Senior Citizen Center�������������������������������� 215-679-6550 Upper Perk Police – Non Emergency Number ��������������������� 215-679-8203 Pennsburg Fire Company –Non Emergency Number ����������� 215-679-8293 National Suicide Prevention Hotline �������������������������������������� 800-273-8255 Substance Abuse Helpline ����������������������������������������������������� 800-662-4357 Domestic Violence Helpline ��������������������������������������������������� 800-799-7233 Teen Dating Abuse Helpline Hotline�������������������������������������� 866-331-9474 Poison Helpline ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 800-222-1222 Youth Crisis Hotline ��������������������������������������������������������������� 800-448-4663

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