January 2014 Happenings Magazine

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Little Wonder

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See Northeast PA’s newest natives in the annual “New Baby Gallery” (Bridget Kern pictured above left)

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Overcoming Disabilities Meet locals who haven’t let physical disabilities and life’s challenges get in the way of their joy.

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Cabin Fever Cures Find great regional activities for kids that are sure to cure winter blues!

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Winter Wonderland Take advantage of the snow with this guide to winter fun!

(Pocono Manor pictured above center)

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Ringing in the New Year Discover real weddings, upcoming bridal shows and ideas for popping the big question!

(Kally Diaz & David Young pictured above right)

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Ties that Bind Vote for your favorite tie or guy in Happenings’ annual charity contest featuring special “tie-ins.”

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Four-Legged Friends You’ll love these sweet pets; one will be named “Pet of the Month!”

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Fun in the Golden Age Skiing? Photography? Anything possible for these seniors!

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Joyous January Things to do, where to go, everything you need to know!

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Dear Happenings, The December 2013 cover is beautiful! The article, “Christmas Across PA”, was very informative. I always look forward to reading the magazine each month.

–Mary Beth D’Andrea, via email

Dear Happenings, I loved the DIY Holidays (December, 2013). I am always looking for new ideas!

–Lisa Sweeney Sawicki, via Facebook

Dear Happenings, I love all the information on events going around in the area. Also looking and reading about local weddings.

–Cheri Magistro, via Facebook

Dear Happenings, I love that I can know what is going on in all of our region in one magazine... plus the layout is always amazing!

–Dawn Dempsey, via Facebook

Dear Happenings, I can’t pick just one thing I love about Happenings. The calendar of events that highlights fun things to do locally, art shopping, worthy cover stories pet photos, local business ads (I still have so many to visit!), romantic getaways... It’s free, and everywhere!

–Mandy Pasko, via Facebook

Publisher Managing Editor Art Director Associate Art Director

Barbara Toolan Lisa M. Ragnacci Peter Salerno

Administrative Assistant

Katherine Kempa

Associate Editor

Erika A. Bruckner

Account Representatives

Contributors

Ken Chergosky Rosemary Nye Jane Preate Annette Profera April Dakoske Kieran O’Brien Kern Julie Korponai Melissa Sanko

On the Cover: Genevieve Lynn Horvath portrays old-fashioned elegance at her January 2013 wedding in Skytop, PA. Photo: Robert Yaskovic Photography www.Yaskovic.com Published Monthly. 350,000 copies annually. ©2014 HAPPENINGS MAGAZINE All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any process except with written permission.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER Dear Readers,

Happy New Year! 2014 represents Happenings Magazine’s 45th year in business. Considering how quickly the past year went, it amazes me how much we must pack into our lives during the short period of twelve months. Breaking it down, twelve months leaves us with 8,760 hours or 525,600 minutes to accomplish all that we want or need. If your life is anything like mine, you may feel like you have at least one different task for each of those 525,600 minutes!

No matter how creative we become at multitasking, there is a limit to what you can accomplish effectively. Yet, naturally, we’re always trying to devise ways to get more out of each minute.

But really how much should we do at one time?

Certainly texting and driving is life threatening; brushing your teeth while showering (as someone suggested) is not practical (YUCK), and having a conversation with someone who is otherwise pre-occupied can be ineffective.

As I reflect on “where the time goes” and how I spend each minute, I recalled a John Wesley quotation (above right.) Not long ago I found a scrap

In one year there are 8,760 hours and 525,600 minutes.

of paper, containing this quote, in my late father’s desk. It struck me as interesting that my father would quote anyone who was not actually written about IN the Bible. For context, my father was a very spiritual, humble man who lived his life serving others.

So I wondered about the significance of this quote’s author.

“Do all the good you can. By all the means you can. In all the ways you can. In all the places you can. At all the times you can.

To all the people you can. As long as ever you can.”

John Wesley lived —John Wesley 1703-1791 from 1703-1791, a total of 88 years, coincidently the age my late father would have turned this year. Wesley was an Anglican cleric and Christian theologian. History states that he was once considered England’s “most loved man.” When he was five years old, he was miraculously rescued from the second story of his family’s burning home. It is thought that this lifealtering experience left an indelible impression on him and how he lived his life. His fervent prayer, which appeared on his tombstone read, “Lord, let me not live to be useless.”

Enjoy the inspiring stories in this January issue of people “doing all the good they can” right here in our community.” My best wishes to you for a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year!

Fondly,

Paula

Paula Rochon Mackarey

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Sunday for Singles Hike, Pocono Environmental Ed Center, Dingmans Ferry. 1-3 p.m.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Bridal Showcase, Woodloch Resort, Hawley.

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Catholic Schools Week, throughout Diocese of Scranton. Through Feb 2.

Orthodox Christmas

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January is Birth Defects Month Shape Up Month National Hot Tea Month Get Organized Month Learn to Ski/Snowboard Month

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Family Place, Nancy Kay Holmes Library, Scranton.

10 a.m.

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10 Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Benefit Happy Hour, Backyard Ale House, Scranton.

5-7 p.m.

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Scranton. 7 p.m.

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March for Life, departing Scranton.

570-347-8299.

Hair, State Theatre, Easton.

7:30 p.m.

610-252-3132.

Leadership WilkesBarre Mid Winter Cocktail Party, Westmoreland Club, Wilkes-Barre. 5-8 p.m. 570-823-2101.

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Canadian Blues Artist Suzie Vinnick, Silk Mill, Hawley. 7:30 p.m.

570-588-8077.

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Phil Vassar, Penns Peak, Jim Thorpe.

8 p.m.

866-605-PEAK.

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Eagle Day, PPL Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, Hawley.

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Look Who’s New !

Northeast PA Babies Born in 2013

Benjamin Eric Bersch Born July 26, 2012 To Michelle & Eric Bersch of Lake Ariel, PA

Bridget Amelia Kern Born February 11, 2013 To Kieran O'Brien Kern & James Kern

Charlotte June Mathew Born July 23, 2013 To Ben Mathew & Crystal Skamanich Mathew of Holly Springs, NC (formerly of8 Clarks Summit).

Chase Kelly Born February 18, 2013 To Chris & Heather Kelly of Clarks Summit HappeningsMagazinePA.com

Amelia Paige Snyder Born December 28, 2012 To Ashley Nichols Snyder (formerly of Factoryville, PA) & Frank Snyder, Akron, NY

Caitlin Mae Cahill Born May 13, 2013 To Thomas & Megan Cahill of Tunkhannock

Declan Stevin O'Fee Born October 22, 2013 To Sarah & Rory O'Fee of Hawley January 2014

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Eloise Adalyn Baxter Born June 27, 2013 To Bryan & Lindsay Baxter of Clarks Summit

Eric Shulde, Jr. Born December 5, 2013 To Julia & Eric Shulde of Carbondale

John Emery Taylor Born August 2, 2013 To Dave & Kandy Taylor of Falls January 2014

Elsie Rose Wincek Born October 10, 2013 To Matthew & Kelli Wincek of Dallas

Hudson Berlin Malishchak Born December 3, 2013 To Rachel & Lucas Malishchak of Nanticoke

Judah Madison Jackson Born August 25, 2013 To Jason & Meredith Jackson of Clarks Summit HappeningsMagazinePA.com

Emelina Rose Dorio Born June 7, 2013 To Marty & Marina Dorio of Dunmore

Jase Charleson Amos Dubbe Born September 4, 2013 To Chuck & Abigail Dubbe of Red Lion, PA (formerly of Clarks Summit)

Julia Lynn Swingle Born October 13, 2013 To Margaret Mary & Michael Swingle of Hawley continued on page 10

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Kieran Padden Zachary Brown Born October 18, 2013 To Daniel & Debi Brown of Dickson City

Oliver Logan Foust Born June 11, 2013 To Chad & Rebekah Foust of Taylor

Scarlett Vullo Born January 17, 2013 To Jamie & Molly Vullo of N. Abington Twp.

Keira Faye Pregmon Born September 20, 2013 To Megan & Bill Pregmon of Clarks Summit

Owen Richard Cook Born April 25, 2013 To Donald & Colleen Cook of Moscow

Serenity E McCabe Born May 14, 2013 To Jeff McCabe & Stacey Boyer of Pittston

Lila Grace Pasko Born January 22, 2013 To Michael & Krista Pasko of Lake Winola

Samantha Karen Sparacino Born December 28, 2012 To Michael & Ann Elizabeth Sparacino of Dickson City

Victoria Elyse Finnerty Born June 23, 2013 To Heather & Kevin Finnerty of Scranton continued on page 12

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Vivianne Lorraine Cross Born July 25, 2013 To Mark & Rebekah Cross of Glendale, AZ (formerly of Clarks Summit).

Zoltan Benedek Korponai Born March 5, 2013 To Zoltan & Julianne Korponai, S. Abington Twp.

Jace Cameron Collins Born Oct 5, 2013 To Jason & Melanie Collins of Spring Brook Twp.

Bryan Alexander Samuel Mendenhall Jr (BJ) Born January 18, 2013 To Bryan & Emily Mendenhall of Philadelphia (formerly Scranton)

Charles Joseph Luzio Born February 10, 2013 To Victoria & Salvatore Luzio Jr., of Old Forge

Madison & McKenna Lee Born February 12, 2013 To David & Melanie Lee of Dickson City

John ("Jack") Robert Farr Born August 7, 2013 To Ian & Maura Farr of Mt Cobb

Isabella Adrian Race Born October 14, 2013 To Bonnie Crossman Race & Donald Race of Clifford Twp.

Makenna Rochon Eidsvig Born February 20, 2013 To Lauren & Jeff Eidsvig of Plano, TX (with family ties to Scranton)

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abies born prematurely, before 37 weeks of pregnancy, are especially fragile and susceptible to disease. Experts agree that one of the best ways to help an infant develop and ward off disease is through breast milk. This is especially true for premature infants.

Dr. Anne Russo, Neonatologist at Geisinger’s Janet Weis Children’s Hospital, explains more about its donor breast milk program.

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When is donor milk offered?

There are times when a mother cannot produce breast milk, or produce enough, especially when a baby arrives unexpectedly. Donor milk is the best substitution. It is easier to digest and better tolerated than formula.

What are the benefits to feeding premature babies with donor milk?

Premature babies are especially prone to Necrotizing enter colitis (NEC), a gastrointestinal disease that causes destruction of the bowel or part of the bowel. Breast milk significantly decreases the chance for infection.

Where does the donor milk come from?

The Human Milk Banking Association of North America provides the donor breast milk. It has a strict policy for the donor process. The milk is pasteurized and tested before arriving at the hospital. It is supplemented with a fortifier since breast milk alone cannot supply the sufficient calories, calcium or phosphorus needed for premature infants.

Who is eligible to participate?

All infants born less than 37 weeks are eligible to receive donor breast milk until they are discharged. To date, all mothers with premature babies have participated. When leaving the hospital, babies transition to nursing from his or mother or formula. –Julie Korponai

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GREAT EXPECTATIONS Guy Cali Associates Inc. Profiles Pregnancy in Photos his is the time of year for new expectations. One of the greatest things to expect is a new baby.

Women are celebrating and detailing their pregnancies more than ever. Beyond a selfie on their phones or a quick snap by the expectant dad, women and couples are working with photographers to document everything from bump to belly to baby.

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Amanda Newhart from Guy Cali Associates Inc. notes that expectant moms change so much over the course of a pregnancy. “It is an incredible vision to see yourself go from a flat tummy, to the baby bump and then to an eight-month belly.” She feels that

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women are much more comfortable with their bodies during pregnancy which motivates them to document this joyous journey. Most of their expectant mom clientele come in once to photograph their bellies.

Newhart explained that one of the most beautiful times to photograph mom-to-be is in the eighth month. Once their little one is here; baby pictures can be taken throughout the baby’s first year.

Guy Cali Associates offers a variety of packages for expectant moms to track these amazing milestones. Call 570-586-2500 or visit www.GuyCali.com. –Kieran O’Brien Kern

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CREATING an Age-Appropriate

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t’s difficult enough being a teenager sometimes. So imagine if you were a teenager who had been physically or sexually abused.

For 15 years, the Children’s Advocacy Center of Northeastern PA has been providing exceptional care in assessing and treating victims of abuse and neglect. In November 2013, the Center opened a new Teen Advocacy Center (TAC), the first of its kind in the nation. This new addition to the Center will serve victims between the ages of 13 and 18.

Encouraging teen victims to communicate begins in an environment where they feel comfortable and confident. “A thoughtfully-designed space, reflective of his/her age, can greatly assist and support the healing process,” explains Mary Ann LaPorta, Executive Director of the Center. “Previously we served our teenage victims in the 16

same environment intended for young children. Teens sometimes rolled their eyes at the sight of teddy bears and Tonka Trucks,” she explains.

“Coloring books and kids furniture can have a negative effect on teens, making them feel uncomfortable, disrespected and not taken seriously.

Teens want to be older; they want to be seen as their own person with thoughts and feelings separate from their parents.

The teen-centered services are designed for comfort, care and support,” says Trauma Therapist Jennifer Aglialoro.

The Teen Advocacy Center is a 1300-square-foot structure located adjacent to the original Children’s Advocacy Center building. It will provide the same forensic, medical and interview services that teen victims have been HappeningsMagazinePA.com

receiving at the Children’s Advocacy Center. The TAC is equipped with a medical examination room, a forensic interview room, a forensic observation room, a conference room and family reception area. A teen library is also part of the Center.

Teen victims need quiet, supervised activities, sometimes replacing the constant use of social media, as they begin to heal.

“The teenager in general is in a process of self-evolving… of actualization,” says LaPorta. “When this already strenuous process is interrupted by trauma, an already conflicted identity process is shaken. Our challenge is to restore equilibrium before, during and after clinical services are engaged.”

Visit www.cacnepa.org or call 570-969-7387.

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Pushed to Inspiring Heights Local Teen’s Anti-Bullying Anthem Strikes A Chord f the old Nietzsche quote "That which does not kill us makes us stronger" is true, 14year-old Helena Albert has an abundance of spirit and courage. The freshman at Scranton Prep who has endured years of bullying is receiving national attention for her song and accompanying music video, "Pushed Away."

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Albert’s melody arose from the journals she kept during bouts of harassment from her peers starting in third grade. "I didn't handle it too well in the beginning," admits Albert, who was targeted for her lovely, curly blonde hair. The taunts escalated, causing

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Albert emotional and physical stress. She changed schools three times and began to write her feelings on paper in poetry and song. Albert admits she didn't tell her parents about her tormentors at first because she was scared. "I didn't want it to get worse," she explains.

Albert turned her notebooks full of her pained expressions into lyrics.

Three years ago, she took them to her piano teacher, Green Ridge resident Karl Sidnam, who helped add music to the song. "He is the one who initially took Helena's song-writing seriously, allowing her to perform her song in public at one of his concerts held at

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Baptist Bible College," explains Albert’s mother, Dawn Albert. The song hit an emotional chord, bringing the audience to tears.

The teen then began taking vocal lessons with ASCAPaward winner Susan Collins of The Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music in New York. Albert and Collins cowrote the new version of "Pushed Away" and brought it to Grammy- and Emmy-Award-winning Art Labriola. The emotional video was filmed by local director, Joe Van Wie of JVW Inc. Albert’s story has appeared in local newspapers. She has also been interviewed on local radio station WKRZ.

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These days, Albert’s future looks bright.

What began as torment for Helena has turned into an opportunity to help herself and advocate for others. She has begun working with anti-bullying foundations such as No Place For Hate and To Write Love On Her Arms. She is back in the studio recording another one of her original songs while a dance remix of "Pushed Away" is being made by a New York producer. A red-carpet event is planned for the spring.

"She was always attracted to the arts; she loved to perform," says her mom. Albert says she'd like to parlay any success with "Pushed Away" and her accompanying connection against bullying into helping others. "It's sad what some people will do to make themselves feel better," says the Dunmore teen, who has realized that her experiences have made her stronger. "I know now that the only opinions that matter are the ones held by the people I care about."

Her video can be viewed at www.HelenaAlbert.com. It has received almost 6,000 views to date. –Christine Fanning

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Diocese of Scranton Catholic School System Individualized Instruction Program

A Study in Learning & Compassion

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Each one of us is blessed and treasured by God for being just the way we are.

Each of us is gifted in a special way from God like no one else. Each of us is needed for what we have to share, in our own individual way.

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Bishop Joseph Bambera's words are at the core of a unique program offered at four schools in the Diocese of Scranton. The Individualized Instruction (II) Program is tailored for students with exceptionalities to expose them to life outside the special education classroom. Doreen Dougherty, a teacher in the II program, and Dr. Kathleen Hanlon, superintendent of schools for the Diocese of Scranton, offer insights into the II Program.

How did the II Program begin?

Dr. Hanlon: The program began at Holy Name of Jesus School in Forty Fort. This unique and truly inspiring program was established by the Diocese of Scranton to offer differently abled individuals an opportunity to be educated in a typical learning environment while introducing adults and students to the concept of inclusion of individuals with special needs.

How many students are presently enrolled in the II Program?

Dr. Hanlon: Good Shepherd Academy has 16 students in the elementary; Holy Reedemer High School has seven; All Saints Academy has nine and Holy Cross High School has four.

Describe a typical day for an II Program student.

Dr Hanlon: Each student goes to the regular classroom with an Instructional Support Person from the II classroom. The student is given required support (note taking, extra directions, testcontinued on page 22 20

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ing assistance). Students also spend part of their day in the II classroom for review and reinforcement. Subject areas where the student falls below grade level are taught in the II setting by the Special Ed teacher.

Doreen Dougherty: Maximizing learning opportunities becomes the key factor in balancing time spent in the regular classroom and the II setting. Special instruction such as art, music, computers, physical education and library is completed with the students' peers.

Why is integration in the regular classroom important?

Doreen Dougherty: It enables students to work as a

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community of learners with students mentoring and learning from each other.

Social skills taught within the II classroom are applied to interaction with peers.

Integration benefits students in regular classrooms as well by teaching them to empathize and realize the unique strengths in everyone.

How many teachers are in the II Program?

Doreen Dougherty: Four teachers and six staff members are dedicated to the II Program. The teachers have been trained and certified by the PA Department of Education for Special Education. Often, these professionals have merited addi-

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tional educational certificates and are committed to ongoing learning and development opportunities.

What's been the response to the II program from students in the regular classroom?

Doreen Dougherty: Students are genuinely welcoming of students in the II Program.

They are eager to assist and include them in all areas of school life. II students are encouraged to participate in extra curricular activities such as chorus, drama club, ski club, athletics and service clubs. www.dioceseofscranton.org/ catholicschools

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Big Sibling

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or many young children, finding out there will be a new addition to the family can bring many questions.

Kids may wonder about what will change, what to do with the baby or how they can help. Since 2000, the staff of registered nurses at Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton, PA has hosted an informative “Sibling Class” for parents and soon-to-be older siblings.

This 90-minute class is a great way to introduce a new baby into the family. Classes are taught by registered nurses and include a tour of the family birthing suites. Karen Fiorillo, RN, BSN, LCCE is one of the class instructors. She says that the class is designed to promote family bonding and decrease the child’s anxiety. Fiorillo says, “The kids feel more confident when they leave, knowing that they are not being put aside but that they are going to be a part of raising that baby.”

per changing or reading to their sibling. The goal is for the siblings to leave the class happy and confident in their new role. Teaching the class is also rewarding for Fiorillo. “I love teaching this class just to see their little eyes light up when they realize they can actually help Mom and Dad with the baby,” she explains.

Upcoming classes are offered at the hospital on January 27, March 31 and May 19. The fee is $30 per family. Call 570-770-5000, or visit www.MosesTaylorHospital.net –Casey Phillips

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OVERCOMER

When Shawna was just 5months-old, she was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma cancer. “Our family was getting ready for a Christmas party when my father took me out of the bath tub and noticed that my right thigh was red and hot to the touch,” says Shawna. “He also noticed a slight lump, which my parents thought was a bump on my leg from my brother hitting me with his bike.”

Shawna’s parents took her to Community Medical Center; she was seen by Dr. Dempsey. The biopsy revealed, unfortunately, a solid mass.

Shawna was immediately treated at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

The Prognosis: Rhabdomyosarcoma cancer is mainly found in the head or the throat area, so it was rare to be found in the leg. The same week Shawna was diagnosed, her parents were given three

options at CHOP. Option one was radiation and chemotherapy, leaving the dead stump alone.

The dead stump would have just been an infant’s leg hanging there for the rest of her life. Option two was a total hip disarticulation, scraping all the bones that were left in her hip to make sure all of the cancer cells were removed.

Option three, which her parents never considered, was doing nothing and letting nature run its course. After only four days at CHOP, Shawna’s tumor grew to the size of a softball. Her leg

was amputated immediately, and she underwent a year-anda-half of chemotherapy and a few sessions of radiation.

Shawna now only has annual yearly check-ups.

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23-year-old Shawna Corcoran is an exceptional, inspiring young woman. She survived childhood cancer and her mother’s death, and she now takes care of her father who recently had a stroke. In addition to her job, she is the stage manager for Ballet Theatre of Scranton’s major productions, including the Nutcracker.

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Family Life and Childhood: “I had a normal childhood, as far as I think. I played tee ball, did gymnastics, took dance, went to camp and just did whatever a normal kid did. The only thing I remember doing differently was in tee ball, I had a designated runner from home plate to first base.”

Shawna was involved in dance but stopped after hitting her pre-teens. “It just got too difficult with the crutches,” explains Shawna. She has two brothers.

Joseph, 24, and his wife Genell live in Archbald. Her brother, Gregory (Cal) is 20.

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longer wanted to become a teacher and took a year off. “I started working for Arduino Accounting Services. My mom was working at McCann School of Business and encouraged me to pursue accounting. In September, I received my Associates Degree in accounting.”

found Joe and Genell literally carrying Cal into a separate room where the doctors told us that Mom died. I was so shocked, because she was fine when she passed me to go into the bathroom literally an hour before. I just couldn't understand how it all changed so quickly.”

Ballet Theatre of Scranton: Perhaps because of encouragement from her Aunt Joanne Arduino, who is director of The Ballet Theatre of Scranton, Shawna remained active with all of the theatre’s major productions, even after she stopped taking ballet. She has been the stage manager for The Nutcracker and other productions for the past several years.

In January of 2013, at the age of 54, Shawna’s dad woke up one morning for work and realized he couldn’t see out of his right eye. He just thought he was tired and that after his shower he would be fine.

“When he got out of the shower, he thought half of the mirror disappeared. He realized something was not right, so he called my brother Joe, who works for the ambulance.

When I got to the hospital, the only thing that was wrong with my dad was his vision; however, as the day progressed, it turned out that he had a massive stroke and ended up losing all strength and movement in his right leg and arm. Shawna now tends to her dad’s needs as best she can while she works at her jobs.

Tragedy Hits Home:

In September of 2012, Shawna’s mom passed away at the age of 52 from a blood clot to the lung or a massive heart attack. “I was getting ready for work and had just come out of the bathroom. My mom ran past me. All of a sudden I heard my mom in the bathroom making a sound difficult to describe. She did not respond, so I opened the door and found her lying there. I immediately called 911, left my brother with my mom so she wouldn’t be alone and ran to pick up my Dad at work. When we arrived at the hospital, we

With all that she has been through, Shawna’s remarkable, positive and happy personality allows her to face each day with a great attitude. She considers her mom to be the most influential person in her life.

“She taught me to always look for the positive in every situation. She taught me that laughter is truly the best medicine.”

–Melissa Sanko

All About Shawna: Stuck on an island… you would want to be with whom? My brother Cal. He is fun to be around and is always there when I need someone.

Favorite Quotation: “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

- Maya Angelou Friends would describe you as: Fun, caring, unique, thoughtful, attentive.

Life Dreams: To be a mom, have a loving family and a successful job.

After a bad day: I come home to my brother and dad who can usually make me feel better. They usually know the right words to pull me out of a funk or what to do to make me smile.

Do you drive? I do. I just use my left foot where everyone else uses their right. I can't drive a stick shift.

Greatest daily obstacle? When it snows, cleaning my car off. I hate that.

Greatest accomplishment? Earning my Associates Degree. It was something that my mom was so excited to see me accomplish. That feeling stuck with me when she passed away.

Advice you would give a child? Trust your feelings. Everything happens for a reason. Always remember the good things. Even when the bad seems so overwhelming you need to smile and most of all, laugh.

Your Heroes: I now look up to my mom's two sisters. My Aunt Joanne and Aunt Cathy are strong, kind loving women. They have great families and love what they do for a living.

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eith Williams, Director of Advocacy for the Northeast PA Center for Independent Living, advocates for the civil rights and responsibilities of people with disabilities, and he educates the community to promote inclusion.

Williams presents disability awareness trainings at regional institutions of higher learning, public schools and community groups. He provides a firsthand point of view since he was born with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, a neuromuscular disability. Although he is unable to walk and has limited use of his upper body, attendants assist him with daily living, including at the office, so he remains active. As a lifelong Clarks Green resident, he currently serves as President of the Borough Council.

Q. What is unique about the Northeast PA Center for Independent Living?

A. We are non-profit organization serving and advocating for people with disabilities in sixteen counties. We

provide information and referrals, skills training, peer consultation, advocacy, service coordination and sign language interpreters.

It was founded in 1987 by a volunteer group, Operation Overcome, through a grant from the PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. I began as a volunteer member of the organization which founded the Center.

Q. Historically, what were the most pivotal moments that positively affected people with disabilities?

A. First is the passage of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination by recipients of federal funding. Second is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which extends similar protection in local, state and private sectors. The Rehab Act requires municipal buildings, courthouses and many colleges and universities to be accessible. Many people would be surprised to learn that one ADA provision has required states to direct Medicaid funding into home- and communitybased services, so people with disabilities can live in their own homes, instead of

costly nursing homes and other institutions.

Q. Are there any proposed laws currently being considered that would greatly affect people with disabilities?

A. The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is an international treaty which protects basic rights. But the United States has not signed onto it. To date, 138 countries have ratified the treaty. Our support would reinforce America’s progress in attaining disability rights and would encourage other countries to follow suit.

Q. How does Northeast PA rate in terms of accessibility?

A. Two examples of accessible locations in the private sector are the Viewmont Mall and The Mall at Steamtown. A good model for accessibility in a public building is the federal courthouse in downtown Scranton. It makes good business sense to remove architectural and communication barriers in the stores, restaurants and other businesses. In these challenging economic times, who wants to turn away potential cuscontinued on page 30

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rants and other businesses.

In these challenging economic times, who wants to turn away potential customers?

Q. Have you seen improvements in buildings with accessible entrances?

A. Yes, definitely. However, we can always use more power-assisted doors!

Q. In what ways is the region falling short in accommodating those with disabilities? How could these be remedied?

A. People with disabilities continue to be plagued with the highest unemployment rate of any segment of our society. Small businesses, in particular, need to realize that they’re overlooking a qualified, talented part of the workforce. We need to remove the attitudinal barriers surrounding this issue. Some employers make false assumptions about hiring people with disabilities.

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Q. How do accessible playgrounds for children help with the development of their social skills?

A. Accessible playgrounds represent one of the most positive additions to Northeast PA. They have two benefits. Children with disabilities can now have fun with family and friends in the same way their peers have for years. Second, chil-

dren and their parents become more aware and sensitized, thereby eliminating attitudinal barriers.

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Q. How does your personal experience compare to what young people might experience today?

Getting Personal with Keith Williams Director of Advocacy, Center for Independent Living

A. By far, the most positive change relates to education.

I attended segregated schools until the age of fifteen; then I was mainstreamed into Abington Heights. Now, kids with disabilities attend public school from day one.

Q. What is something people may be surprised to know?

A. Some people are surprised to learn that people who are deaf have driver’s licenses and operate vehicles. Hearing loss does not detract from the ability to drive.

Q. What is the most difficult daily task for those with a disability, and what can the public do to help?

A. It depends on the disability. The public shouldn’t make assumptions about what tasks may be difficult.

At the same time, always offer to provide help if someone appears to need it!

—Melissa Sanko

Education: King’s College, The University of Scranton Years of Experience: 26 Family: One brother Favorite Quotation: “Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start.”

–Nido Qubein Most Daring Thing I’ve Done: I once had to drive my wheelchair under a parked tractor trailer when I was attending King’s College. It was blocking a sidewalk, and there was no other accessible route, and I was late for an exam. Just after clearing it, I heard the driver’s side door slam and the engine start!

People Would be Surprised to Know: I originally planned for a career in radio broadcasting.

What Brings me Joy: Seeing people who believed they couldn’t make a difference become truly empowered and create positive change.

Recognitions: Edward R. Leahy JR. Award for Excellence in Community Advocacy and Education, Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities

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KID’S CORNER

Cabin Fever Cures for Kids Activities that Will Get Your Fun On!

Timmy’s Town Center is an interactive Children’s Museum

If the brisk temperatures and grey skies are giving your kids the winter blues, there’s no need to fret. Here are some great ideas to get them off the couch, out of the house and enjoying all the fun winter has to offer in Northeast PA! Ice Skating- Grab your skates, or rent them, to test your balance and finesse on the ice. Whether it’s indoors or out, there are plenty of options, such as Revolution Ice Center, Ice Rink at Coal Street, Frances Slocum State Park and Lackawanna State Park.

Ice Fishing- Come see what lurks under the depths of a frozen lake at any one of Northeast PA’s many state

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parks. Take a walk along a frozen lake, carve a hole, and pull up some elusive fish as your prize. Find one near you at www.dcnr.state.pa.us Timmy’s Town Center (pictured above)- Visit this interactive museum on the second floor of the Mall at Steamtown in Scranton, and your little ones will get to stretch their imaginations in the “market,” grow their creative side in “Arter Space” and read to their heart’s content.

Other themed areas abound to keep kids busy for hours!

Snow Tubing- Snow tubing gives an exhilarating ride, and the lift helps you back up for hours and hours of sliding fun.

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Movies- Catch a flick on the big screen while munching away on some popcorn.

Some new family-friendly releases for January include “Walking with Dinosaurs” and “Ernest and Celestine.”

Bowling– Step back into this past time and enjoy the crashing of the pins as you strive for that seemingly elusive strike. Many area alleys offer free or significantly discounted bowling rates for kids, as well as guide rails for young ones.

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fourth and fifth grades ski for free with the PA Ski Association Snowpass! www.SkiPA.com H2O Water Park- Can’t wait for summer? Head over to Split Rock Resort’s indoor water park in Lake Harmony for a day of wet thrills as you slide down the slides or warm up in the Lava Springs hot tubs. www.splitrockresort.com/waterpark.asp, 570722-9111 Electric City Trolley Museum (pictured above)Step back in time, and experience a trolley ride. Learn how Scranton was Pennsylvania’s first city with a successful pioneer trolley line and how it came to be known as “The Electric City.” www.ectma.org, 570-963-6530

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Lackawanna County Children’s Library- The library in Scranton is designed exclusively for little ones start their love of reading early with weekly story times and crafts for children ages birth to five years old. www.lclshome.org/childrenslibrary/, 570-348-3000, extension 3015 Spirited Art- Special kids’ art classes and birthday parties are available at this studio in Dickson City for little ones who want to try their hand at painting. 570-507-1560 Have a Hoot- Soft play, ropes course, batting cage, Lazer Frenzy Laser Maze, rock climbing, video, arcade, laser tag... It’s all fun, and it’s all HappeningsMagazinePA.com

indoors at Have a Hoot Family Fun Center in Milford.

Indoor Miniature GolfExperience the glow-in-thedark 19 hole golf course at Skatetown Family Fun Center in Bloomsburg. With walls and life-like props drenched in florescent 3D graphics, you’re bound to have an outof-this world experience.

Bloomsburg, 570-784-3580 –Julie Korponai

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COUNTRY INNS / B&BS COLONIAL BRICK INN & SUITES–

Come and enjoy Pennsylvania hospitality at its finest. Call to reserve your special occasion package. Winter ski or summer golf packages, we will cater to guests all seasons of the year. New meeting room and free Internet in rooms. 25161 Route 11, Hallstead.

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What luxury our “cabin in the woods” offers! Queen canopy bed, stone fireplace, Jacuzzi for two, two TVs, private covered deck and full kitchen. Enjoy our Starting Post Cocktail Lounge and Award Winning Restaurant.

Located two miles from Mt Airy Casino, 10 minutes from the Crossings and 15 minutes from Camelback Ski Area. Paradise Valley. Cresco, PA 800-392-9400. www.CrescentLodge.com.

THE FRENCH MANOR– Romantic country inn modeled after a French chateau.

Gourmet French cuisine, excellent wines. AAA 4-Diamond Award Winner for lodging and dining. Luxurious suites with fireplace, Jacuzzis & balcony. New GREEN spa, Le Spa Foret.

Includes indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room, couples’ massage suite, fireplace, pedicures & more. South Sterling, PA. 1-877-720-6090. www.TheFrenchManor.com.

THE JAMES MANNING HOUSE– Enjoy a peaceful stay at this historic 1819 Federal-style house two miles north of Honesdale, PA. Three guest rooms, each with private baths, central AC, TV and WI-FI, feature handmade quilts and antiques. Hearty breakfasts include home-baked goodies served with genuine PA Dutch hospitality. Bethany, PA. 570-253-5573. www.JamesManningHouse.com.

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COUNTRY INNS / B&BS POCONO PINES MOTOR INN & COTTAGES– Tall pines shade this year-round family resort next to “The Big Lake” & winter ski slopes. Cottages, kitchenettes, motel rooms & a three-bedroom lodge with fireplace are available. Cable TV, DVD, VCR, outdoor pool, BBQ’s & private boat docks. Boating, fishing, shops and restaurants close by. 345 Rte. 507, Tafton. 570-226-2772. www.PoconoPinesMotorInn.com.

STONE BRIDGE INN & RESTAURANT– European-style inn, restaurant & tavern in a spectacular country setting. 13 charming rooms, with private baths, TV, A/C, several with fireplaces, free WI-FI. Continental breakfast, indoor pool/hot tub, horseback riding. Excellent dinner cuisine. Exit 206, Rt. 374 East two miles past Elk Mountain, Union Dale. 570-679-9200. www.Stone-Bridge-Inn.com.

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Lehighton, PA Jim Thorpe Area

Ski Package* - includes all day/night lift ticket to Blue Mtn. per adult.

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Romantic Package - includes bottle of Champagne, chocolate covered strawberries. *up to 4 people per package

All packages include Hampton’s Hot on the House Breakfast, indoor Jacuzzi & Pool, WiFi, & business center. 100% Non-Smoking Rooms Link: www.lehighton.hamptoninn.com Valid until 4/2013 Blackout dates may apply. Not valid with any other discounts or promotions

610-377-3400 PA I-476/ EXIT 74 • 877 Interchange Rd. • Lehighton, PA From PA Turnpike I-476 - Take exit 74 for Mahoning Valley towards Lehighton. Follow Route. 209 South 3/4 mile. Hotel is on the left.

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SnowCrazy!

Where to Find Winter Fun

Woodloch Resort

The family friendly Hawley resort offers a multitude of recreational opportunities no matter the season. But during winter months, guests with a need for speed (and fun) head for the snow tube runs. Guests have the choice of hopping on the original Lakeside Tube Run (pictured above) for a brisk plummet to the bottom of the hill or challenge themselves on "The Extreme."

The aptly named run careens 600 feet to the bottom and runs alongside Woodloch's zip line.

Guests can also feel the thrill of victory and agony of defeat at Woodloch's Winter Olympics. During winter weekends and busy holiday mid weeks, these games offer six different relay based events utilizing giant snow banks, the snow tube run and even a frozen Lake Teedyuskung. "Our events change every year in order to keep the experience fresh," explains Joey Ranner, social director at Woodloch. "But you can always expect a lot of smiles, laughs and hugs along the way, win or lose." www.woodloch.com

Bring a Friend Challenge

This winter, the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association is asking skiers and snowboarders to share their love of the sport and take the Bring a Friend Challenge. "Taking the Challenge" means that you helped enroll at least one newcomer to a beginner lesson or lesson package from a professional instructor. Participants can win prizes like Ramp Skis, a Burton Snowboard, skis or apparel from Armada, plus a trip to the Topnotch Resort in Vermont or Whiteface Mountain/Lake Placid in New York To be eligible, inviters need to fill out the Bring a Friend Challenge Entry Form at www.bringafriend.org continued on page 40 38

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whites We’ll get all your winter whites as clean as the driven snow.

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Inn at Pocono Manor

You don't have to travel to Alaska to experience a wilderness adventure. When snow blankets the golf course at the Inn at Pocono Manor the dogs are let loose! Arctic Paws offers Dog Sled Tours on the 3,000 acre resort’s woodland course. Owners Susi and Eric operate the adventure tour along with 22 Siberian Huskies. The team includes dogs rescued from last chance shelters as well as some raised from pups. Guests are given instruction on dog sledding and then have the opportunity to mush (drive the sled) and ride (sit in the basket). "Our tour is an adventure where you learn and participate," explains Eric. "It's like combining skiing and mountain biking with 8-10 Huskies in control!" All those over the age of 5 are welcome to take Sled Dog Tours. Reservations must be made in advance. Book an adventure when there's at least four to six inches of snow on the ground and the weather is cold- the dogs don't like to run if it’s warmer than 36-40 degrees. The owners say the best time to ride is in the morning when the dogs are fresh and anxious to run. www.arcticpawsdogsledtours.com

Belleayre Mountain

Belleayre Mountain’s steep, rugged inclines, gentle beginners hills and cozy main lodge have been calling skiers and snowboarders to the Catskill Mountains of New York for years. The ski area in Ulster County is operated by the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA), the same organization that manages the United States Winter Olympics Training Facility in Lake Placid, as well as Gore and Whiteface Mountains.

bumps and extensive glade skiing. Skier and snowboarder visits have grown from 70,000 in 1995 to more than 175,000 skiers and snowboarders from all over the world.

With 55 trails, parks and glades, eight lifts (including a new magic carpet in the beginners area), Belleayre strives to continually break new ground - and stay at the forefront of the ski industry. www.belleayre.com

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Ski & Stay Packages At Northeast PA Inns & Resorts

Hampton Inn Jim Thorpe/ Lehighton From the start of winter until Blue Mountain closes, Hampton Inn offers skiing and tubing packages. Call at least 72 hours prior to arrival.

610-377-3400 Ledges, Hawley Ski Big Bear partners with Ledges to offer a four-person ski and stay package. The five-night ski vacation is for Wednesday to Saturday or Tuesday to Sunday for $1,620 plus tax, or $405 per person.

570-226-1337 Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton Ski vouchers are available.

Call for details. 570-342-8300 Stone Bridge Inn, Union Dale Elk Mountain, located just two miles from the Inn, partners to offer a mid-week ski package that is $189 for two people, including a night’s stay and a full-day lift ticket for each person. Holidays excluded. 570-679-9200 Crescent Lodge, Cresco 42

Open December through March 31, the Lodge offers a ski and stay package with Shawnee Mountain. Included is overnight accommodations for two, continental breakfast, free parking and two ski or snowboard lift tickets from open to close.

570-595-7486 The French Manor, South Sterling Ski Tote Package includes allday, VIP lift ticket to Camelback or Montage Mountain. 570-676-3422 Woodloch Pines, Hawley The Ski Big Bear package starts at $135 per adult per night. Available through the second week in March, this includes three meals, access to Woodloch resort activities and a lift ticket.

1-800-966-3562 Fern Hall Inn, Clifford Fern Hall Inn offers a twonight stay in the inn, two fullday lift vouchers per person at Elk Mountain, a country breakfast, a twenty dollar dinner credit per room towards dinner each night, snow shoes, hot chocolate, cookies and after-dinner bonfire for $140 per night per person, any two nights from HappeningsMagazinePA.com

Thursday to Sunday. Midweek package also available.

570-222-3676 Nichols Village Hotel and Spa, Clarks Summit Enjoy a day of skiing with lift tickets to Elk Mountain. The package also includes a deluxe continental breakfast, use of heated indoor pool.

On premises is Bazil Italian Restaurant and the Spa at Nichols Village. 570-587-1135 Colonial Brick Inn and Spa, Hallstead Package includes room and lift ticket. Offered on weekdays, weekends and holidays, the package is $143 for one person and $201 for a twoperson weekend/holiday package. It is $131 per person on weekdays. 570-879-2162 Best Western Pioneer Plaza, Carbondale Ski and Stay Packages for Elk Mountain and Montage Mountain include overnight accommodations, two lift tickets and breakfast in the morning. 570-536-6020 Find more winter activities in Northeast PA at www.HappeningsMagazinePA.com

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January’s

Can’t-Miss Events

March For Life & Respect Life Prayer Breakfast

Holistic Health Fair January 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Everything Natural, Clarks Summit Two floors of holistic activities include heath screenings, lunch samples and new products. Get discounts on yoga.

Chair massages and reflexology are available for purchase.

Lectures, starting at 11 a.m., include “Building Immunity for a Healthy 2014.”

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January 22 & 25 Washington, D.C. & St. Mary’s Center, Scranton The March is January 22. Buses will leave from the Keyser Oak Shopping Center in Scranton at 6:45 a.m. and travel to the National Mall in Washington D.C. The March to defend the rights of unborn children starts at noon. This year commemorates the 41st anniversary of the 1973 Supreme Court Decision that legalized abortion. The Breakfast is January 25 at 9 a.m. at St. Mary’s Center of Scranton, featuring Dr. Anthony Levation, abortionist turned right-to-life activist. 570-347-8299 www.ProLifeScranton.org

A Bronx Tale January 18, 8 p.m.

State Theatre Center for the Arts, Easton Starring Academy Award®nominated actor Chazz Palminteri and directed by four-time Tony Award®-winner Jerry Zaks, the show depicts a young boy’s rough childhood in the 1960s-era Bronx. A postshow meet and greet with Palminteri is also available.

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Disney on Ice: Passport to Adventure January 15 to 20; Wed.-Fri. 7 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m., 3 & 7 p.m.; Sun. 1 & 5 p.m.; Mon. 1 p.m.

Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Disney characters will lead the audience on the “ultimate sightseeing vacation.” Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy and Daisy will skate through magical worlds of Disney’s The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan and Lilo & Stitch.

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Black, Blue and Beadsa Carnivale Celebration!

Come celebrate a great cause! he annual CCK Carnivale- Black, Blue and Beads is back for it’s 7th year! The Carnivale Celebration is put together by the Community Cares for Kids group and will be held this year at the Westmoreland Club in Wilkes-Barre.

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Susan Collini, president and co-founder of the CCK, says that when it comes to attire, almost anything goes! “Anything from black tie, blue jeans, beads or costume- it’s a true Carnivale celebration!” Adults who are looking to make a difference are invited to join in the party. Over 200 guests are expected to attend this year’s celebration, some from as far away as Florida. Proceeds from the ball will help sponsor future CCK missions, both local and abroad.

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Collini used his newly opened ambulatory surgery center to help children in need around the world. The group is made entirely of volunteers, donating their time and efforts to better the lives of children across the globe that are born with birth defects or suffer from deforming injuries.

The CCK performs between 80 to 100 surgeries each year and has opened up a mentoring program that allows local students to attend the mission trips and have first-hand experiences with doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

Members of CCK also donate their time to other local causes such as soup kitchens and relief efforts. Collini says that being in the CCK is a rewarding experience. “It is about community involvement and coming together to make a difference, one child at a time.”

Tickets for the CCK Carnivale are available for $275 per couple or $145 each; they can be purchased on online. Visit www.CommunityCaresForKids.com or call –Casey Phillips 570-674-6525.

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Landmark Love Open House at Two Local Landmarks

For many brides, wedding planning can be stressful once the initial glamour and excitement of the engagement wears off. With countless decisions such as food, flowers, dresses, music and venues to be made, it’s sure to make even the calmest bride lose her cool at some point. Many look to Bridal Expos to help, as a sortof one-stop shop to cull the endless choices ahead of them. But even these can become overwhelming with activities and endless tables of vendors to visit. That’s why POSH at the Scranton Club and the Colonnade, both in Scranton, offer a casual alternative to the weary bride.

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“We like to call it a Bridal Open House rather than Expo,” explains coowner Joshua Mast. People are free to come and go, look at both properties and see what they offer. When brides come in to POSH and The Colonnade, they will see the space exactly as it can be set for a wedding, shower or any type of event. “A lot of times when you call to have a private appointment with a place, or at the largescale expos, the rooms and décor aren’t set for an actual event like a wedding. At our Open House, it is.”

Brides-to-be can come in to sample food and enjoy a drink without the intimidation that sometimes comes with a private viewing.

‘There’s a lot of pressure to begin with, and sometimes with private meetings people don’t feel comfortable. They

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don’t know if that’s where they want to go, but they want to see it.” Mast also says it’s great for those looking to plan an event other than a wedding, such as a bridal or baby shower.

Similar to other bridal events, guests at the Open House can expect to see and meet with vendors that frequently work in conjunction with POSH and Colonnade. They’ll feature cake, entertainment and jewelry vendors, as well as some of downtown Scranton’s boutique stores.

With so many engagements occurring around the holiday season, the January Bridal Open House usually draws a bit of a larger crowd filled with moms, aunts, sisters and friends. “Large or small, we have a space for you. Just relax and envision what your day will be like,” says Mast.

Call 570-955-5890.

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Winter Weddings Genevieve Horvath and Andrew Fairclough II portray old-fashioned elegance amid at their January 2013 wedding.

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BRIDAL GUIDE Genevieve Lynn Horvath & Andrew N.B. Fairclough II Genevieve and Andrew met as members of the Cornell University varsity polo team. They dated for five years until Andrew proposed after a sunset walk in the woods at Genevieve’s parents’ home on New Year’s Eve, 2011.

They were married January 12, 2013 at St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, in Scranton, as a nod to the bride’s Byzantine Ruthenian Catholic upbringing.

The church is located half way between Tioga County New York, where the Bride is from, and

Newton, New Jersey, where the groom was born and raised. The bride’s childhood parish priest and the pastor of St. Mary’s celebrated portions of the mass in the old-church Slavonic language, as the bride’s ancestors are from Slovakia and the Ukraine. The traditional Byzantine ceremony included the crowning of the bride and groom to symbolize they are king and queen of a new family created by God. Her dress, ivory silk shantung with lace sleeves, fit the old-fashioned, elegant theme of the wedding. The color palette for the reception blended champagne, ivory and pale pink. Hydrangea, seeded eucalyptus and roses made up the bouquets. The reception for 170 guests was at Skytop Lodge, where the groom’s family had vacationed

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when he was a child. The event took on a destination-wedding feel as most of the guests stayed for the entire weekend. The nine-piece band played everything from old, big band swing music to awesome 80s tunes. Wedding photos of parents, grandparents and great-grandparents were on display.

The newlyweds were invited to carve their initials in the walls of the pub, a Skytop tradition. A farewell brunch was held the next morning.

The couple honeymooned in the British Virgin Islands and resides in Morristown, New Jersey. –Erika A. Bruckner Photos: Robert Yaskovic Photography www.Yaskovic.com

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“Wow”

Adding

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9 Special Touches at Woodloch Everyone wants a unique and memorable wedding.

Woodloch Resort in Hawley helps brides create an event that boasts a “wow” factor.

Cara Stokowski, Woodloch wedding coordinator, offers these top eight ways to add unique flare to a big day at Woodloch Resort!

1. Arrive at the aisle in style! Cruise in a vintage Chevy; emerge from Cinderella’s horse and carriage, or float ashore via boat.

Start the ceremony with a statement!

2. Take time to enjoy a bonfire block party with guests. Whether it’s an afterparty or a rehearsal barbeque, celebrate right outside Woodloch Springs guest homes.

3. A hands-on wedding coordinator is available 24/7 through the entire wedding process. After many hours and days of joint plan-

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ning, they will feel like a friend by the time the bride strolls down the aisle!

4. Comprised of an awardwinning family resort, a championship golf course and a world-renowned destination spa, Woodloch offers the couple and their guests a wide range of activities and amenities. The bridal party doesn’t have to leave the resort to have fun! Ladies can enjoy a spa day or a cocktail by the lake. Guys can hit the links for golf and even arrange private trap shooting. The coordinator can help plan activities.

6. Skip the hassle with onestop-shopping. Everything from the ceremony to cocktail hour and reception is in one central location. Simple logistics make it much easier for the couple and their guests to enjoy the day.

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7. The party doesn’t end at the stroke of midnight!

Whether the couple wants to cozy up to a fire and roast s’mores or grab the microphone and sing karaoke, Woodloch has a wide array of after-party options.

8. The photo opportunities are stunning. Capture traditional photos with the backdrop of a sparkling lake, or surround yourself with the beauty of the Nature Trail. Or, grab your bridal party and head over to the go carts; gear up for a run down the zip line, or couple up and form a wedding day armada on paddleboats!

9. Custom, Custom, Custom!

It is the couple’s day!

Whether it’s the menu or décor, Woodloch staff is willing to work to create what couples have in mind. If it’s within the realm of possibility, they’re willing to do what they can to make it happen.

Call 1-800Woodloch or visit www.Woodloch.com!

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The Allure Men line of rental tuxedos showcases high quality materials, an updated slimmer silhouette, and modern fashionconscious styling. These wedding tuxedos are available in Black, Heather Grey, Slate Grey, Steel Grey and Tan, providing perfect options for a wide variety of wedding venues. Now destination weddings, semi-formal daytime weddings, and formal black tie weddings all have the perfect formal counterpart. The Allure Men by Jean Yves line of formal wear is only available through Savvi Formalwear by Sarno and Son.

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BRIDAL GUIDE Sarah Alicia Sawicki & Patrick Bastek

Pat proposed to Sarah at a hotel in the Finger Lakes Region of New York as they were looking through the viewfinder out toward Seneca Lake in the fall. They married May 27, 2012 on Lake Sheridan in Wyoming County.

The bride’s parents’ home was the setting for the reception for 120 guests.

The rustic country theme created a laid back and simple feel for the day. The mother of the bride made all of the decorations; the officiant wore snakeskin cowboy boots, and the couple’s son Braedon loved dancing and singing late into the night. The wedding party and family members gathered early at the bride’s parents’ home to get ready. Her continued on page 58

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(C ontinued from Page 56) father surprised her with her “something blue,” an Elsa Peretti “Bean” necklace from Tiffany’s, paying tribute to the nickname he used for her when she was younger – “Bean.” At the time, the groom was a Scranton police officer; many fellow officers and their spouses traveled to the wedding in style – in a yellow school bus.

20-foot tables graced the backyard. Each was set with china and accented by antique blue Mason jars filled with wildflowers grown in their yard. A custom bar was completed with a jon-boat filled with ice and beer. The couple, formerly of Scranton, honeymooned in Ocean City, Maryland.

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Capturing the Moment: Engagement Photos

Professional Photographer Offers Tips

First comes love; then comes marriage…. Hold on a second! In American culture, there is one important step missing from that rhyme – the proposal.

Today, some men go to elaborate lengths to plan a proposal filled with sentiment and memory-making touches. Typically, the bride-to-be plans most of the wedding, so the proposal is the potential groom’s chance to show his creative side.

Engagement and wedding photography is a favorite aspect of work for Leah Daniels, as owner and lead photographer of Leah Daniels Photography.

Daniels was married in 2011.

As a recent bride, she identifies with engaged couples planning a wedding. She loves to help eager boyfriends step up to the role of fiancé by sharing tips for proposals. She often shares her own engagement story to prompt ideas (visit

www.HappeningsMagazineP A.com for the literally “picture perfect” story!). “Personally, I like to talk to the potential groom to see what kinds of ideas they have. Then, we’re open to helping them and developing the idea,” she says.

She has seen a trend in “paparazzi proposals,” where the photographer hides to capture the moment when the question is asked. “I have been seeing more and more viral videos and photos where men go out of their way to either surprise their new fiancé with a session unknowingly during the proposal or right after it happens. It’s a cute idea.”

Weather it’s photographing the actual proposal or taking engagement photos on a different day, Daniels says she tries to capture something that’s unique about the couple. “Everyone does traditional posed portraits,” she admits. “But, do you have a bar or coffee place you love?

What makes you a couple?

What is your thing?” She recently did a session in Philadelphia on a whirlwind trip through the city.

“I want them to interact with each other to get authentic pictures instead of just staring at the camera. I want to see them being themselves in a space they are comfortable and familiar.”

Daniels earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Maryland Institute College

of Art and has been photographing professionally for seven years.

Other tips from Daniels?

“Look for a photographer who has a style you like.

Consider what’s timeless, not just what’s trendy now, and don’t be shy – there will be lots of kissing!” Call or 570677-3211, or visit www.LeahDanielsPhotograp hy.com -Erika A. Bruckner

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Purpose

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The Story of Engagement Rings He gets down on one knee and pulls out a small black box. She smiles with tears in her eyes, barely managing an audible “yes!” Minutes later a sparkling stone rests on her hand.

Engagement rings stand as a promise to a marriage commitment. Now a tradition accompanying most proposals, this was not always the case. Rings became customary in 1215. Pope Innocent III desired a waiting period between the engagement and the ceremony; it was then that the jewelry was introduced. “It is believed that the first diamond engagement ring was given

by Archduke Maximilian of Austria when he proposed to Mary of Burgundy. The ring was adorned with flat diamond pieces in the shape of an ‘M,’” explains Mark DeStefano, managing member of Glint of Gold Jewelry Store in downtown Scranton.

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to wear ornate rings or rings with jewels,” notes Rocco Cianflone, general manager of Glint of Gold.

A few more recently famous rings include Jacqueline Kennedy who wore an emerald and diamond ring, Elizabeth Taylor whose hand was graced by a 69-carat, pear-shaped diamond, and Princess Diana who cherished a 12-carat, Ceylon sapphire ring set in 18kt gold. Today, engagement rings are worn by many women, with rank or status no longer a determining factor.

Sparkling diamonds have always been the most popular stone, but a variety of other precious stones have been used, such as sapphires and emeralds. “The round diamond solitaire set in white gold or platinum remains a most popular choice, while engagement rings with princess-cut, emerald-cut or Asscher-cut diamonds set in fancy mountHappeningsMagazinePA.com

ings continue to serve as options,” says Cianflone.

“Importantly, jewelers may change the look of the ring while maintaining the original center stone by remounting it in an exquisite new setting,” he continues. Each cut and setting reflects a different personality. But most significant is the meaning and

message behind the ring; a true commitment lasts longer than any precious jewel. Call 570-346-4653, or visit www.GlintOfGold.com -April Dakoske

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Eight Proposal Ideas Photo by Leah Daniels Photography

1. Wine Not? If wine is one of her favorite essential food groups… give her a glass before you pop the question! You could swing by III Ponds Winery in Dalton, PA. Or, you could take a day trip to the Finger Lakes Region. Heron Hill Winery, overlooking Keuka Lake, would provide a scenic setting for the big moment.

2. Show-Stopping Date If she loves to be center stage… Head to the State Theatre Center for the Arts in Easton for a night out before the big question. Choose

couple – where you first met, where you had your first date or your favorite local restaurant. End by introducing her to a “new” favorite spot – the place you will propose!

4. Love Story If she loves to read… Take her to your local library, where you’ve arranged romantic quotations from classic stories, and hide the ring behind her favorite library book. You may need to get a librarian to help with this one!

“Broadway Comes to the State” (January 11), “Cinderella” (February 6) or “Rhythm of the Dance” (February 16).

5. Scent-Sational If she can’t get enough of a good perfume… At Note Fragrances, custom-design a perfume that fits her perfectly. When you present her with the perfume, tell her how each of the scent “notes” represent what she means to you. For instance, lavender may describe how she makes you feel so relaxed, or bergamot may mean she’s bright and uplifting.

3. Memory Lane If she’s very sentimental… escort her to locations that mean something to you as a

6. Going Places If she loves an adventure…

Plan a day trip or even a cruise to surround the big

Ready to rock?

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question with a memorable journey. Experts at Abington Travel can arrange all the details and help you perfect the trip!

7. Sweet Memory If she has a sweet tooth…

Present her with gourmet treats by Chocolates by Leopold. The local chocolatier will work with you to custom design a piece exclusively for the occasion. Or you can opt to place the ring amid a box of their signature buttercrunch or in a handcrafted chocolate box.

8. Hit the Trail If she loves the outdoors…

Whisk her away on a private carriage ride with Happy Trails Stables in Waymart and Hamlin. What could be more romantic than a ride on a horse-drawn carriage or sleigh ride for two? Or take to the trail on horseback with a seasoned guide, and ride to a scenic spot to pop the question! -Erika A. Bruckner Find links to local businesses mentioned here at www.HappeningsMagazinePA.com

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Papparazzi

Proposal

Surprise Captured in Photos

He asks the question. She says, “Yes.” Then, weeks or months later, they schedule an engagement photo shoot...

That timeline is now a thing of the past.

Today, guys are capturing the big moment by having a hidden photographer on site. This was the case for Nate Smith and Melinda Zigrang. On October 19, 2013, they went to Lancaster County Park. They love hiking, biking and the outdoors, so it didn’t seem out of the ordinary.

What was out of the ordinary was Kate Hubler and her husband hiding in the woods with cameras to document the day. “I always wanted to be able to remember the expression on her face when I asked,” Smith explains. “The photos really captured what I wanted, and I am so thankful for Kate’s willingness to literally hide in and behind trees.”

Photos: Kate Hubler Photography

Fortunately, Zigrang didn’t expect a thing as the couple biked to a spot near the creek.

“I'm loving the scenery and just so happy to have some one-onone time with Nate,” she recalls.

“He abruptly stopped and said, ‘Let’s do some more questions.’”

The couple had been working through a book of 101 ques-

tions to ask before you get engaged. “We started going through questions. I thought through my answers thoroughly; Nate seemed to be rushing through them, and I didn't understand what the rush was about!” He then presented her with perfume she had her eye on for months. “You should know two things about me,” notes Zigrang, “I'm hard to surprise, and I hate when people spend money on me.” She tried to give it back, but Smith “just explained that’s how he shows he loves me, and how he wants to love me like Jesus loves me for the rest of his life.” He then asked, "Melinda Leigh will you marry me?" As she describes, her “heart went into my toes,” and across the creek, Hubler kept snapping away. “It was perfect,” says Zigrang, “Just the two of us (she thought!), surrounded

by God’s beautiful creation and overflowing in His love in a tangible way, through each other.”

Then Nate said, "I'd like you to meet my friends Kate and Tim Hubler," and out popped two heads from behind the trees across the creek! “I about fell over from even more shock when I realized that the whole thing was captured in pictures, which I will always treasure!” she says. A posed engagement shoot followed. Smith, a test engineer and Clarks Summit native, and Zigrang, an R.N., both live in Lancaster, PA. They plan to marry June 21, 2014.

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BRIDAL GUIDE

Kelly Diaz & David Young

Kelly and David met in passing at their first 5K race. Two weeks later, David came to Kelly’s mom’s home to work on a room re-model. He left his phone number on a large piece of sheet rock, in case she might call him, and a few days later he called Kelly. Their first date was to Salt Springs State Park.

Handmade invitations announced the wedding day, July 13, 2013 at the Diaz House on the Hill in Kingsley. The ceremony and reception took place in a field where the bride grew up on a dairy farm. Before the ceremony, the bride and groom held a private reveal with the opening of gifts – traditional pearls for the bride and surprise fireworks dis-

play held at the end of the evening for the groom. The groom then walked the bride down the aisle. She wore a wedding gown from a private line, with a lace overlay and long veil with lace boarder and pearl beading. The junior bridesmaid pushed the ring bearer down the aisle in a vintage carriage. All six nieces of the bride were part of the wedding party. David and Kelly said their vows in front of a horse barn decorated in a vintage-chic theme. Her blusher and veil and were not lifted until after the officiant said, “You continued on page 70

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Vows were personalized to include the Christian duties of man and wife.

The bride does missions work in Nicaragua, working alongside a Nicaraguan couple.

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embroidered handkerchiefs with the name of each bridesmaid and flower girl. The handkerchiefs, a gift from the bride, were then wrapped around each of the girls’ bouquets.

As a favor, guests received a postcard of thanks; in honor of their attendance, the newlyweds made a donation to help with the financial needs of the Nicaraguan couple.

held in a large tent. Tables boasted pink linens with a lace overlay. Lace drapes with lights accentuated the head table, which included a wooden sign that read, “Mr. & Mrs. Young.” All bouquets, centerpieces and boutonnières included vintage-style flowers like lisianthus.

Guests wrote wedding wishes on a chalkboard and were then photographed with their note for the couple as a keepsake. They signed a tablecloth instead of a guest book. As tradition goes, the tablecloth will be brought out of storage year after year during the Christmas season or during the couple’s continued on page 72

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(C ontinued from Page 72) anniversary month. Guests in the couple’s home during that special month will sign the tablecloth as a continuing memento.

After the fireworks display, sparklers lit the way for the newlyweds to depart in their business’ dump truck. Thank you notes included Bible verses from the wedding vows, a picture of the couple and a request for prayer for the couple’s marriage.

The bride, a former contributor to Happenings Magazine, is the Independent Living and Personal Responsibility Education Programs Coordinator and the Drug and Alcohol Program Prevention Community Outreach Liaison for Trehab. The groom is the owner of Young Transporting and Construction Worker with LB Contracting. They reside in New Milford. –Erika A. Bruckner

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Hearts on Fire Carol Oliver-Ransom & Tim Ransom Tim is a volunteer fireman and EMT, so when Carol hears sirens, she stops to pray for the people involved and responding. On April 25, 2011, she heard a fire truck coming down the road where she works. “I looked out the window to see what engine or tanker number was going by, so I could pray,” she explains. But the truck didn’t go by!

Instead, it pulled into the parking lot where she worked, sirens blaring and lights flashing. Tim got out, fully geared up, came in and knelt down in the middle of the showroom floor and popped the question. “It was great!” she recalls. They married February 25, 2012 and reside in Nicholson.

Amazing Race Shannon & Robert Rucker On November 10, 2007, Shannon’s best friend asked her to go get her nails done. (She didn’t know Robert had already arranged and paid for the girls’ pampering). When she got home, she found a note marked “Amazing Race,” which told her to go to a restaurant, and bum a slice of pizza from a party of four to get her next clue.” At the

restaurant she found her parents, grandma and uncle, who awarded her the next clue, "Go to the toy section of Walmart, and get a kiss from a seven-year-old boy.” At the

store, Shannon found her coworker, her co-worker’s husband, and their two sons. The seven-year-old was waiting with a big kiss and the next clue, to change a baby's diaper. On to Shannon’s cousin’s house and the next clue, telling her to go to the mall. More family members instructed her to find an outfit. If she did it in 15 minutes, she would receive a $50 gift card and the next clue. 14 minutes and 32 seconds later, the clue directed her to go back to her house.

Friends and family suggested Robert would surprise her with a trip, since the game was called the “Amazing Race.” She rushed into the house and found directions to put on the new outfit and take her puppy for a walk at Nay Aug Park. As they walked to the covered bridge, her entire family was there. She heard Robert call her name, and when she turned around, he was on one knee with the ring. “I was shocked and couldn't believe it!” she recalls. “I have this wonderful story to tell our kids. By including important people in my life, it made for a very emotional, four-hour engagement!”

They married May 23, 2009 and now live in Scranton with their two sons. continued on page 76

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Fools in Love Amy & William Boot In 2009, Amy’s April Fool’s Day prank was to convince her boyfriend she had been fired from her teaching position. She even arranged a letter from the principal signed by several board members! Meanwhile, he planned a prank of his own. He presented Amy with an engagement ring… without the diamond.

He explained he didn’t have the money for the complete ring, so he would get her the diamond later.

“Ha!” says Amy, “I told him I didn't believe him, and he said, ‘Then I want my ring back.’” She obliged and turned to walk away. “He called my name, and when I turned around he was on his knee with the real ring in his hand.” They married September 5, 2009 and now live in Montrose.

Love’s Journey Lisa & Brian Biegert Before proposing, Brian got permission from Lisa’s father during their spring break in college. Lisa and Brian were travelling back from PA to Wisconsin in April of 2003. “We stopped at a rest area yes, a rest area! - and Brian said he needed his eye drops. He asked me to go take pictures because, being from South Dakota, he thought the mountains were really pretty in that area, and he wanted a picture.” Lisa grabbed the camera and went to the park area. Brian joined her and started listing all the things he loved about her. Lisa, who had her hand on his chest, asked if he was ok, since his heart was beating so fast! He got down on one knee, held up the ring and asked Lisa to marry him. They spent the rest of the 12-hour trip to Wisconsin calling family and friends to announce the engagement. They married June 18, 2005 and now live in Jefferson Township with their two children.

Winter Waterfalls Leanne Bozym & Thomas Reynolds, Jr. Thomas introduced Leanne to Raymondskill Falls in Milford during the summer of 2008, soon after they met. They returned there on January 15, 2012. “The waterfalls are beautiful in the beginning of winterhalf alive and half frozen!” describes Leanne. “We walked around and enjoyed the waterfalls, icicles and sunshine creating rainbows, while I took pictures as usual. When we got to my favorite waterfall I must have been so engrossed by the scenery that I didn't notice Tom get down on one knee!” When she turned around to tell him something, there he was, on bended knee with the ring box open! “Tears began to flow just like the waterfall behind me!” she recalls. He said, "I love you so much and want to spend the rest of my life with you! Will you marry me?" The couple -Erika A. Bruckner from Milford married December 7, 2013.

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Jessica Carla Kakareka &Chad

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Chad’s cousin introduced him to Jessica in 2003. In July of 2012, while on a trip to Mammoth Lakes, CA, Jessica returned from kayaking to see Chad and their two dogs on the lake shore. The female dog was wearing a wedding dress, and the male dog was wearing a tux. There, Chad surprised her with a ring.

They married in Madison Township on June 8, 2013, at the home of the mother of the bride, Jessica’s childhood home. While rain was an issue for days leading up to the wedding, the skies cleared thirty minutes before the ceremony, and it remained a beautiful day. “Uncle Harry,” former mayor of Delaware Water Gap, performed the pond-side ceremony.

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Guests included friends from California and five kindergarten classmates of the bride. Guests enjoyed paddleboat rides on the pond and swimming in the outdoor pool, and the party went on until 2 a.m.

The couple now lives in Chatsworth, CA. –Erika A. Bruckner

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Here Come the Brides!

Woodloch’s Second Annual Bridal Showcase

Congratulations! You’re engaged! After you get the ring, your next step is to see all your options for your big day.

On January 26 from noon to 3 p.m., Woodloch Resort in Hawley will host their Second Annual Bridal Showcase! But this event won’t feel like a typical expo. “It’s like you’re attending a wedding,” explains Cara Stokowski, the courtship concierge and wedding planner.

Guests can tour the Inn at Woodloch, nosh on butlered hors d’oeuvres and enjoy a complimentary signature cocktail and live entertainment. They can also experience something you won’t find attending a wedding… door prizes! Every half hour, someone will win a door prize from one of the vendors. The grand prize is something anyone planning a 82

wedding yearns for – an evening of pampering, dinner and a spa treatment at The Lodge at Woodloch.

“Woodloch’s very first Bridal Showcase held last January went better than anyone expected. So many people received great information, relaxed a bit and had a fun experience,” Stokowski continues. “This year’s will only be better!”

There will be more vendors, more demonstrations and more experiential samplings this year. The coveted Hair and makeup demonstrations by the Lodge at Woodloch will return for a second year.

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“The location and atmosphere are unique,” says Stokowski, “At Woodloch, like with everything we do, each person is given the personal attention – at every booth – that they deserve.” Guests can make a day of the event by adding lunch or dinner at the resort or enjoying a spa treatment.

Guests who preregister by January 15 receive $2 off admission. The week of the event and at the door, admission is $8 per adult. To RSVP, call 570-6858002. Visit www.Woodloch.com.

-Erika A. Bruckner

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Lackawanna County Home Builders Home Showcase at the Mall at Steamtown Looking for ideas to improve your home? Stop by the Lackawanna Home Builders (LHBA) Home Showcase– February 21-23 at Scranton’s Mall at Steamtown. 2013 was the first year the event was held at this location. The show drew over 11,000 consumers to the home showcase.

The Home Showcase is a major benefit for members of the association, but nonmember exhibitors are welcome to exhibit as well.

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join the association and receive the booth rental member rate, according to Dottie Gentile, executive director of the Home Builders Association.

A children’s LEGO building contest is being held for the fourth year. Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation is the official sponsor of the “It’s a Snap” LEGO home building contest. LEGOs are provided. A registration fee is charged to cover the rental cost of the LEGOs. The contest takes place on Saturday, February 22 at 2 p.m. on the second

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floor of the mall. Past entries have included beach houses, ranches, farms, moon homes and modest simple homes.

Local building professionals will judge the contest, and first, second and third prizes will be awarded to children in age groups 5 to 8 and 9 to 12. Visit www.LackawannaHBA.com –Linda Scott

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WHERE TO DINE Anthony’s- Casual dining with such entrees as Dover Sole, New Zealand Baby Rack of Lamb, hand-cut Black Angus N.Y. Strip Steaks, etc. Tray of Red Pizza Thursday night special$9.95. Clam special-every Wed.– $4.95. Open Tues.-Thurs. & Sunday 4:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 4:30-11.p.m. 202 S. Main Avenue Old Forge, PA 570-451-0925.

Arcaro & Genell- On Main Street, Old Forge since 1962.

Carrying on the family tradition of homemade Italian specialty entrees, seafood, steak, chicken, veal & much more. Old Forge Red & White Pizza. Open Monday -Saturday, lunch at 11 a.m., dinner at 3 p.m.; takeout available. Private parties Sun. Catering services available on and off premise. www.arcarongenell.com 570-457-5555.

Best Friends Cafe- Casual dining. All pasta, ravioli, pierogie– handmade on premises. Breakfast & lunch daily 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Featuring our giant pierogie stuffed with your favorite omelet or sandwich ingredients. Dinner specials: Thurs., Fri., Sat. 4:30-8:30 p.m. We cater. We deliver. BYOB. 1097 Carmalt St., Dickson City. 570-483-4747. www.besfriendscafe.com

Carl Von Luger Steak & Seafood- A family tradition since 1887. Casual fine dining in downtown Scranton. USDA prime steaks & fresh seafood. Lunches from $5.95; dinners starting at $10.95. Entertainment. Friday Night Jazz Lounge 7-11 p.m. Sunday brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner dress code.

Outdoor dining available. Open daily. 301 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. 570-955-5290 www.carlvonluger.com

Carmen’s Restaurant & Wine Bar- see ad page 132

Coccetti's A Restaurant & Bakery- Enjoy charming décor & unique breakfast/lunch creations including funky chicken salad, Eggs Benedict & Christmas wrap. Daily homemade baked goods including our popular white coconut cake & chocolate fudge iced brownies. Daily breakfast/lunch specials.Tues.-Friday 7 a.m.- 2 p.m., Sat. 7 a.m.-noon. Follow us on Facebook.1124 Main St., Peckville.

570-489-4000.

Coney Island Lunch- A Scranton tradition since 1923.

Taste the Texas Wieners and Texas Hamburgers that made us famous. Serving homemade soups, old-fashioned rice pudding and chili-con-carne. Enjoy our legendary chili sauce, created from a closely-guarded family recipe, eat in or take it out. Open Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.- 6 p.m., Sun. noon-6:30 p.m.

515 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. 570-961-9004. www.texaswiener.com.

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant- Overlooking beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack, Ehrhardt’s cozy atmosphere and delicious food will have you returning time and time again. We offer a variety of steaks, seafood, salads, burgers, sandwiches and more! Open 7 days a week 11:30 a.m. Pub open later. Route 507, Hawley. 570-226-2124. www.ehrhardts.com.

Fern Hall Inn-see ad page 67 The French Manor- Elegant dining room features a 4092

foot vaulted ceiling and two massive fireplaces. Request a table on the terrace for wonderful views of the Pocono Mountains or a table by the fireplace for a romantic dining experience. Gourmet dinner menu features Classical and Nouvelle French Cuisine. Proper attire required. (Jackets for gentlemen). Please note: restaurant is not suitable for children under 12. Reservations: 570-676-3244. www.thefrenchmanor.com.

Glenburn Grill & Bakery- Great breakfast menu & specials daily. Signature sandwiches on homemade bread.

Dinner entrees- N.Y. Strip, slow roasted prime rib, breaded haddock, chicken marsala– to name a few. BYOB. Homemade bakery items. Open 7 days a week Sun.-Tues.

6:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Wed.-Sat. 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Rtes. 6 & 11, Clarks Summit. 570-585-8777. www.theglenburngrill.com

Gresham’s Chop House- Dine in our beautiful dining room, cozy bar or under the awning on our deck, and enjoy dazzling views of Lake Wallenpaupack while choosing from delicious steaks, seafood, Italian specialties and more. Visit us at www.greshamschophouse.com Rte. 6, Hawley. Open 7 days at 4 p.m. 570-226-1500.

La Tonalteca- see ad next page Ledge’s- see ad page 39 Lil’s Bar & Grill- Nestled on Lake Winola just a short ride from Clarks Summit and Tunkhannock. Modern yet casual, cozy bar and family dining, available for any occasion.

Serving your favorite bar food and Chef's daily specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner.1085 State Route 307, Lake Winola.

570-378-3324

Manhattan Manor- Family-owned restaurant & bar in downtown Carbondale. A unique dining experience featuring steaks, pastas, flatbreads and a variety of delicious unique chef-inspired dishes. Large contemporary wine and martini menu. Live music, outdoor patio, on and off-site catering. Join us for hand-rolled sushi on Tuesday evenings. Hours 5 p.m.

Tuesday-Saturday. 8 Salem Ave. 570-282-2044. www.manhattanmanor.net

Mayuri Indian Cuisine- Authentic South/North Indian cuisine with a balanced menu between vegetarian and nonvegetarian dishes. Enjoy excellent food and outstanding service. Some of our dishes include Dosa, Paneer, Tandoori, Biryani, Naan, Gulab Jamun and many more. 917 Wyoming Ave., Scranton www.pennmayuri.com Fax: 570-227-0017 Phone: 570-341-3410

Patsel's- see ad page 95 Perkins Restaurant & Bakery- see ad page 130 POSH- see ad page 61 Quaker Steak & Lube- see ad page 130 Ruth Chris Steakhouse-see ad page 93 Settlers Inn- see ad page 73 Six East Restaurant- see ad page 95

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State Street Grill- Cozy & casual street-side dining.

Award-winning patio. Voted Best Chef 2008. Best Ambiance 2011, Friendliest Bar 2012. Popular for cocktails and small plates. Wide ranging American Cuisine. Lunch Mon.-Sat.11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 4-10 p.m. Sunday Brunch 10 a.m. 114 S. State St. Clarks Summit. 570-585-5590. www.thestatestreetgrill.com

Stirna’s Restaurant & Bar- More than 100 years in service. Catering on & off premises seven days a week, for all your needs- large or small. Exclusive caterer for LaBuona Vita, formerly the Parish Center, Dunmore. Visit our smoke-free bar & restaurant. Hours: Tues.-Sat. 4 p.m. Until closing. 120 W. Market St., N. Scranton, 570-961-9681 570-343-5742.

Stone Bridge Inn & Restaurant- Quaint European village nestled on a hilltop, surrounded by rolling countryside – discover Northeast PA’s best-kept secret! Excellent cuisine in a casual atmosphere, multi-level tavern & patio with entertainment. Monthly Wine Tasting Dinners. Serving dinner Wed.-Sun. I-81, Exit 206, Rt. 374 East two miles past Elk Mountain, Union Dale. 570-679-9500. www.stone-bridge-inn.com Sycamore Grille- In the heart of Delaware Water Gap. Fresh seafood, steaks & pasta. Pub favorites like wings, burgers & more! Bar voted "Best Happy Hour" in the Poconos.

Nightly Specials, live music, seasonal lunch. Come down to the Gap…we can't wait to see you! Exit 310 Rt. 80 570-426-1200 www.sycamoregrille.com facebook.com/sycamoregrille

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Preserving Choice for Northeastern Pennsylvanians Attorney William P. Conaboy, President and CEO of Allied Services Integrated Health System

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The President’s 2013 Budget Proposal included numerous changes to Medicare that if implemented, would affect the way Pennsylvanians access healthcare. As a leading provider of post-acute rehabilitation care, Allied Services has a duty to fight for this community’s needs and interests. Our visit to Washington D.C. was prompted by growing calls in Congress for the reinstatement of the 75% rule, proposed Medicare legislation which threatens to restrict access to post-acute care not just for Medicare patients, but for all.

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of the health choices of Pennsylvanians. During my visit, I shared my reasons for the visit and thoughts on the proposed Medicare legislation.

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Senator Robert P. Casey, Jr. speaks with Attorney William P. Conaboy, President and CEO of Allied Services in Senator Casey’s Capitol Hill office.

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Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide patients with close medical supervision and an intensive rehabilitation program not available in other clinical settings. The post-acute care we offer at Allied Rehab in Scranton and Heinz Rehab in Wilkes-Barre has been proven to improve

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patient outcomes, restoring patients to their active, productive lifestyles, preventing subsequent medical complications and acute-care readmissions for our patients.

Allied Rehab and Heinz Rehab were the only two rehab hospitals in Pennsylvania to earn a 2013 Department of Health Excellence Award.

The arbitrary admission criteria enclosed in this Medicare legislation would create a

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barrier for all patients in accessing valuable treatment options. Our representatives in government have the chance to preserve patient choice and allow patients access to treatments that give them the best prospects to thrive. This visit to Washington D.C. was an opportunity to advocate for the preservation of healthcare choices for our patients, families and loved ones.”

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hat ties someone

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We asked four men why

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Kevin J. Duffy

Funeral Director/Owner, Duffy and Snowdon Funeral Homes in Moscow and Scranton

Representing: North Pocono Rotary

Tie-In: President About My Tie: “My tie features the Rotary Wheel logo. Our logo illustrates that we are joined together equally, pointing to the basic dignity of each person and his or her life's profession or purpose.”

Photo Setting: “Duffy and Snowdon Funeral Home because it is not only my home but my profession. Rotary is about high ethical standards in both one's personal and professional life.”

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‘Service above Self.’ Our monthly donations support food pantries and child care centers. Monetary support has also been given to communities for items such as gazebos, benches and The North Pocono Library. We adopt three families for the holidays, and we proudly donated four scholarships to high school seniors this year. Every year we supply dictionaries that are distributed to third graders, and we honor hard-working students with our student-of-the-month and classroom-of-the-month programs.

Our Interact Club, which is Junior Rotary club at North Pocono High School, promotes leadership development and training. We welcome like-minded volunteers to join us with their energy and ideas.”

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Tony Delonti

Representing: American Lung Association-Scranton Office

research, outreach and education. Other ties in the background include a nonsmoking symbol tie representing our work in creating smoke-free public places, one that has bears the American flag, representing my love of country, and another tie with the cross, which represents my deep faith and purpose for helping others.”

About my Tie: “It’s a simple red tie, the color of the symbol of our organization, the “Cross of Lorraine” which I am holding. On the tie is a Christmas Seal representing our fundraising campaign, which began in 1907. This campaign was initiated to raise monies for lung disease

Photo Setting: “The former site of the West Mountain Sanatorium in Scranton.

It opened in1903 to treat those with tuberculosis in the Scranton area.

Because of the efforts of the American Lung Association, then known as the PA Society for the Prevention of

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Tuberculosis, the disease was controlled through education, proper management and treatment. As a result, the facility closed in the early 70’s. The abandoned site stands as a victory over that dreaded disease which affected many, and in some cases, resulted in death.”

Connect: 570-346-1784 www.LungInfo.org “The American Lung Association educates and advocates for clean air, both in and outdoors, providing programs and trainings in tobacco cessation for adults and teens and lung disease management. We also have developed and facilitate Better Breathers Support groups throughout the area, as well as tobaccofree teen peer groups. Over the past fif-

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teen years, the American Lung Association, in conjunction with the Max and Lorraine Foundation, has sponsored and staffed Camp AsthmaCadabra, a residential camp for asthmatic children, aged seven to twelve. Our community events include ‘Climb The Arena’ at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre on April 5. On June 7, our ‘Fight For Air’ Run/Walk will be at King’s College Betlzer Field in Wilkes-Barre. It is very important that we continue to fund research that will, hopefully, one day, lead to the eradication of lung disease. If we do all this, we can expand the success we experienced in the past with diminishing tuberculosis. If we are truly successful, we will not need to change our name – we will no longer be needed!”

Richard J. Ercole Retired

Representing: Cancertacular, Inc.

Tie-In: Board Member About My Tie: “I chose a gold tie. Gold is the color that represents childhood cancer, the passion that drives everything we do through Cancertacular. I also wore my gold Fire Chief's emblem lapel pin, which is where I believe my love for community service began. If you see me or anyone with a golden tie, please say hello and a prayer for all of my golden children!”

Photo Setting: “Cancertacular is completely volunteer run, and we try very hard to minimize overhead expenses.

We don't have a free-standing office, so,

our office is wherever the children that we serve need it to be. We brought a bit of Cancertacular to Guy Cali's amazing studio and made magic happen there!”

Connect: www.Cancertacular.org 570-466-0658 “Cancertacular is very unique in that we are founded by a childhood cancer survivor, and we exclusively serve children battling cancer who are residents of Northeast PA. There are three criteria to become a "Golden Child" and receive services: be under the age of 18, have a cancer diagnosis, and live in Lackawanna County or one of the 10 surrounding counties. continued on page 102

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Specializing in Home Improvements for Convenience & Accessibility In-Home Elevators • Entrance Ramps Grab Bars & Hand Rails• No Skid Floors Built-In & Removable Shower Seats Hand Held Showers • Level No Step Up Shower Entrance Wheel Chair Accessible Sinks & Vanities Self-Closing & Opening Doors Remote Control Gas Fireplaces Motion Controlled Indoor & Outdoor Lighting 1 4 9 4 FA I R V I E W R OA D • C L A R K S S U M M I T • ( 5 7 0 ) 5 8 7 - 5 4 0 5

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one of the 10 surrounding counties. No one, including our Executive Director and Founder Tina Jezuit, takes a salary.

All monies raised remain in Northeast PA exclusively benefitting childhood cancer.

Our services don't stop with a single child; we take care if the entire family.

This may include gas, grocery, fast food cards, trips to the hospital, respite care, gifts, clothes, even trips to Chuck E. Cheese. Basically, we understand what these families are going through, and making their journey just a little bit easi-

er gives us motivation to go for the GOLD each and every day!

Cancertacular was born August 18, 2008.

I became involved with Cancertacular almost immediately after I completed treatment for Prostate cancer in September 2009. I began as a volunteer, but I am now a proud board member. I am proud to say that I spearheaded the inaugural Cancertacular 5K in Archbald.

This year, it will be held on April 26 at the Archbald Hose Co. 1.� continued on page 104

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Bill Sheehan Team Leader, Procter and Gamble Paper Products Company

Representing: Blue Chip Farms Animal Refuge Tie-In: Volunteer Care Giver About My Tie: “The tie I am wearing represents the animals at the shelter as well as my love for dogs. Dakota is wearing a paw print tie which is similar to Blue Chip Farm's symbol.”

Photo Setting: “Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge, where a variety of animals find shelter and care until they are adopted.”

Connect: www.BCFAnimalRefuge.org 570-333-5265 “As a volunteer at the shelter, I assist in caring for the animals and deal mostly with the dogs. The dogs are walked daily, usually twice a day. By walking and working with the dogs, we are able to provide them the human interaction and care they need. When they are adopted or fostered, we are able to talk with the new owners about the dog, its personality, and how to work with them. The facility does not practice euthanasia, and their goal is to provide the animals with a safe place to live, proper care, and food until they are adopted. Blue Chip Farm depends on donations and volunteers to stay in operation. We need all the support we can get!”

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TREASURE HUNTING Bridge Street Marketplace– More than 7,000 square feet of shopping encompasses a consignment area as well as a multi-vendor co-op. Antique, vintage, gently used, new, hand-crafted and trash-to-treasure items.

Credit cards accepted. Call for hours. Bridge St. (Rte. 29), Tunkhannock. 570-836-4456.

Jukebox Classics and Vintage Slot Machines– Specializing in Game Room Collectables, Pin Ball Machines, Juke Boxes (old & new), barber shop poles & chairs, Vintage Gas Pumps, Cookie Jars, Salt & Pepper Shakers, Paintings, Neon Signs, Jewelry, Rugs, Coca Cola items, Betty Boop items and more.

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Lark Mountain Market– See what everyone’s talking about at the area’s first co-op antique mall. Handicap accessible– climate controlled, we offer a wide variety of items: quality antiques, hard to find collectibles, furniture, home decorating accessories, jewelry, coins, military, breweriana, vintage clothing, lighting & more. 306 Wilkes-Barre Twp., Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Twp. 570-822-8855 www.larkmountainmarketplace.com

Olde Barn Centre/Antiques & SuchAn 1860s Quaker Barn filled with antique furniture of all periods. 12 antique dealers with treasures & collectibles for your home. Credit cards and layaway welcome. 1605 Rte. 220 Highway, Pennsdale.

1 mile east of exit 15 of I-180. Open daily 10-5. Info: 570-546-7493 or www.oldebarncentre.com

Olde Engine Works Antique Co-OpMore than 100 dealers inside a 100-year-old machine shop in downtown Stroudsburg. Open seven days a week 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Take Route 80 to exit 307 to Main Street to Third Street.

Convenient off-street parking, snacks & clean rest rooms. Friendly dealers on-hand to assist.

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Retro Decor Consignment Shop- An eclectic collection of painted & primitive furniture including accent pieces, home decor, clothing, jewelry & accessories including hand-designed scarves. Always affordably priced. Experience the new face of consignment shops. 1809 Red Barn Village, Clarks Summit. Thursday & Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 570-586-1222.

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PET TALES

When Housebreaking Goes Wrong I have a nearly one-yearold Dachshund mix who is still not housebroken.

We've kept her on a regular schedule of walks, but she still has accidents in the house. Any tips on how to get the concept across?

It’s a common refrain: the smaller the dog, the more owners report housebreaking difficulties. Why? Are little dogs dense? Hardly!

Owner lapses virtually always explicate the cause.

Tiny pups are so darn cute that both kids and adults vie for puppy time. As pups are passed from one lap to another, one playmate to another, no one pays much heed to miniscule droplets or “raisins” on the floor.

Months pass before an unmistakably funky aroma motivates altered priorities.

A dog sees no difference between a house and the lawn outside that house. If a dog needs to go, she

goes…unless she’s given clear and compelling reasons to control her bodily functions. Every “accident” the dog has indoors reinforces her natural inclination to relieve urges whenever (and wherever) they occur. Your pup’s freedom must be strictly curtailed to establish new protocols.

This requires full cooperation and participation from the entire family…no softies sneaking free time for your pooch!

Your girl’s indoor time will be spent in a crate just big enough for her body. Free time indoors will occur only immediately following successful elimination outdoors, and only while on leash under the active supervision of a family member. Your goal is to ensure that her only opportunity to relieve herself occurs while outdoors, and that a family member is present to witness and to praise her effusively.

I suggest waiting for the dog to indicate need through whines or restlessness. Leash her, give a verbal cue at the door like “need to go out?” and patiently wait in the area you want action.

It accomplishes nothing to shove her out the door, hoping something happens.

She’ll hover just outside, knowing there’s a nice cor-

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ner of the living room where her toes will be on warm, comfy carpet while she goes.

Without accompanying her outdoors, you don’t know she evacuated, and she won’t receive praise for doing so.

Praising the desired act is essential for success. Given reasonable time to stretch her legs, if she still hasn’t performed before you’re ready to return, she must be crated.

If she goest out alone without an observer, you must assume she didn’t go and crate her. No exceptions! So, be fair to her– go out with her.

Assuming a successful trip outside, provide praise and a little celebratory playtime.

She can then hang out a while indoors… attach the leash to your belt if you’re busy, or enjoy her company during family activities, but no unleashed wandering.

When your attention is even slightly distracted, she must be outdoors or crated. Her freedom will be restored very gradually as she demonstrates comprehension. It may take weeks or months, but ultimately she’ll be a fullyintegrated family member again.

–Beth Dorton Dillenbeck, Hollow Hills German Shepherds blogging at www.instinctiveimpressions.blogspot.com January 2014

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im Barna Log and Timber Homes is one of the largest and most innovative log home manufacturers in the United States.

Founded in 1974, and with more than 14,000 homes built since then, the company takes tremendous pride in its made-in-America designation, says Joe Dymond, owner, vice president and board member.

"We define that 98 percent of our products are made in America, and we will continue to strive to get a bit more each year," says Dymond, explaining, “All materials are bought locally and come from local vendors. We believe it is important for our

country to support this line of purchasing and manufacturing."

Generally, home buyers that purchase log or timber frame homes are folks who want to simplify their lives and reduce overall stress by living in an elegant, but rustic home, explains Dymond.

They are typically building their last home or a home to get away to. The company's log homes for the local market are built all over Eastern PA and southern New York. The settings are typically in remote or wooded remote areas. "We have built a few that are on the outskirts of small towns around PA." Besides being built with about 98

percent of Americanmade products. Jim Barna Log and Timber Homes uses local labor, so any revenue that is generated stays within the local economy. Also, the homes are very energyefficient as well as a “green” product built with natural or low volatile organic compounds (VOC) products.

Dymond invites interested potential log home buyers to tour the company's model which is also his own home in Center Moreland, PA. "Our home is constructed of hand-hewn square logs with dove tailed corners.

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exposed rafters and beams. Our main living area is open to front, back and side porches with natural light filtering through the many windows and doors on all sides. We have a neutral color palette that gives the home an open and airy appearance. We have raised or open ceilings throughout, and our master suite, mudroom, onehalf bath, open kitchen, dining and great room are all on the first floor," he explains. "Our second floor includes two bedrooms, a 'Jack-and-Jill bath' and a loft/office area."

Barna Log Homes also offers consumers assistance in the log homebuilding process. "We support our customers as much as we possibly can.

We help them from defining the entire building process, the design process, the finance process, the budget and product research," Dymond explains. Since many of the customers of Jim Barna Log and Timber Homes come to the company with a vision, the company translates those ideas into a concept plan.

"Once we define their concept plan, we offer

them a concept design service that allows them to see their ideas (their dream home) in three dimensions both inside and out." Once a consumer "buys in," a budgetary price is provided on the home. "If the budget makes sense, then we move to blueprint and a firm price. If all is still in order, then we will work with them to attain financing, permits for their home and will start the overall construction process," Dymond says.

"We provide all design services, materials, logistics, manpower and project management." –Christine Fanning

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SENIOR LIVING

Dunmore Resident Shares His Passion for Photography & Piano

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Ed Golden's estimation, age is no detriment to learning and full participation in life-long activities.

The Dunmore resident will celebrate his 90th birthday in January and plans to celebrate with his wife of 63 years, Irene Kowalski Golden, and most of his eight chil-

Irene & Ed Golden dren. He attributes his longevity to healthy food, taking an active interest in life and a religious connection.

Golden’s interest in photography goes back to his teen years when he bought his first camera from the Prestwood store on Washington Avenue in Scranton. "It was an old 116

Kodak that I went to war with and still own."

Over the years he has owned many other cameras, has made the transition to digital images and today edits all of his own work. Golden estimates that he owns more than 200,000 pictures and may start selling some.

He enjoys shooting all kinds of images and especially likes travel, landscape and sports photography. He had been a valuable photo contributor to Happenings Magazine for 13 years, and his photos had been published in Pennsylvania Athlete for 17 years. He taught his photo skills to two of his sons who had early careers in the field, including Paul, who worked as a manager for Olan Mills studios and John, who executed professional photography at the former Mercy Hospital.

For more than 30 years, Golden has been selling used cameras in photography shows in five different states. Lately, he traveled to a camera show in Albany, NY. He has also been busy pursuing other interests including learning how to play an organ that he bought three years ago. "I just like music," he says. "I still remember the old songs from the early 1900s. I can play some of HappeningsMagazinePA.com

them by ear, and I have gotten to the point where I don't have to look at the keys to play."

Golden says he used to golf a lot, and he hopes to get out next year for a couple rounds. "I don't have the desire to play as much as I did years ago, but I'm looking forward to playing with a grandson and cousin," he says.

In1942, Golden enlisted in the Marine Corps and served until 1945. He was a "telephone man who laid wire from battalion to battalion and platoon to platoon." He worked for the Tobyhanna Army Depot from 1953 to retirement in the early 1980s, then as an export manager for several different companies. Sadly, his grandson, Marine Sgt. Patrick Dolphin, 29, was killed in Afghanistan two years ago. Sgt. Dolphin served two tours in Iraq and was on his second tour in Afghanistan when he died.

"He worked with the Navy Seals and Army Reconnaissance," Golden proudly recounts. Golden and his wife have 16 other grandchildren and are looking forward to his upcoming milestone birthday and family reunion. "My daughters are great at planning these events," he notes. –Christine Fanning January 2014

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Retirement in the Fast Lane arilyn Sproul Griffiths doesn’t let her age of 75 keep her from the fast lane. This Scranton Hill Section native has been an active member of the Scranton Ski Club for the last 30 years. “It gives you something to look forward to in the winter months,” she says.

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Physically active throughout her life, Griffiths always enjoyed tennis, golf and kayaks. She got started skiing back in 1983 while

living in Waverly. Active in their school’s ski club, her children encouraged her to give it a try. “We went up to Elk Mountain one day and my son just said ‘Follow me, mom!’’’ From there, they became her teachers.

Scranton Ski Club member is in the mid-50s. They also give back to the community, hosting fundraisers for the Special Olympics and Wounded Warriors.

Despite her enjoyment of the activity, it wasn’t easy at first. “I was sick to my stomach the first time!” She explains she took it slow, got help and is very comfortable now. “I’m proud of what I can do.” Preferring long, steep trails, her friends tell her she goes too fast, but she disagrees.

It’s not just on the slopes, though, that Griffiths keeps active. “I go to Allied three days a week to exercise.”

This mother of four and grandmother of three uses the gym and equipment, takes senior aerobics and yoga. She says the yoga is a little slow for her sometimes, but it helps her breathing and keeps her muscles well stretched.

While Griffiths enjoys the ski benefits of Scranton Ski Club membership (such as discounted tickets), there’s a great social aspect as well. “I like to ski, but some people go just to socialize.” With parties every month, wine trips and even discounts on ski trips out west, it’s hard to believe they have trouble attracting younger people to join. According to Griffiths, the average age of a

Just as important as her physical activities, Griffiths is quick to point out that it’s just as important to be spiritually active and take part in social activities as it is to stay physically engaged.

She’s a deacon in her Presbyterian church where she does volunteer work with shut-ins; she volunteers at the Scranton Cultural Center at least once per week and takes full advantage of the plays and concerts offered by Marywood University. “I thought retiring I’d have so much time to sit around and just read. It’s trying to keep up with everything there is to do that’s hard!”

–Nicole Krempasky

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Connecting for Comfort & Care:

Kristi Givens Gives Patients Her Heart When a loved one is coming towards the end of his or her life it can be a daunting and isolating experience. Kristi Givens, RN, from Traditional Home Health & Hospice finds it very rewarding to give patients and their families psychosocial support.

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Before becoming an in-home hospice nurse, she worked in an inpatient care facility in Dunmore. According to Givens, it was like in-house hospice, and she experienced a lot of loss. She has been a hospice nurse for over three years and has been working for Traditional Home Health & Hospice for two years. Hospice care involves providing appropriate intervention for the patients, giving them comfort and enabling them to have a managed dignified passing.

However the care doesn’t end with the patients. Givens feels privileged to provide comfort and reassurance to the families.

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educating the family, monitoring the progression of disease, assuring the symptoms are managed, ensuring the needs of the patient are met and the patient is comfortable. Evaluation is another aspect; if the patient is declining more rapidly, do they require more frequent care, or have they progressed to having a continuous care nurse?

She sees 12 to 15 patients throughout the week. The number of visits a patient receives is variable to the stage of hospice they are in and the types of care they receive. It is an emotional time for the patients, the families and Givens.

“I do get very attached to my patients and their families; it is impossible not to.” Her patients and their families become like family to her. Loss is a frequent and regular part of being a hospice nurse. Oftentimes part of educating the families on how to care for the patient also involves preparing them to lose their loved one. “It is very hard for the family, and it is a privilege for me to connect with them and help them accept and understand the situation.

On how she deals with frequent loss, “It hurts but you come out of it knowing you were a part of supporting and comforting someone in need.” Call 570-207-9286 or visit www.TraditionalHomeHealthCare.com

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They invest prudently and save, dreaming of vacations they will take, the beach house they will buy or how they will spoil their grandchildren. Few people worry about how their golden years may be ruined by the need for long-term care, and even fewer take the time to plan for it.

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According to the Medicare National Handbook, at least 70 percent of people over age 65 will need long-term care services or support at some point. However, Medicare, the federal government’s health insurance program that covers persons aged 65 or older, does not cover the cost of long-term care. With the costs of nursing home care averaging $9,000 per month,

…at least 70 percent of people over 65 will need long-term care services or support at some point.

gers and hope a bad situation won’t happen to them,” says Parker. The best time to seek advice for the broadest options is between the ages of 55 and 65, while healthy, although options are always available in any given situation.

Depending on the individual’s financial situation, health, age, and family circumstances a variety of possibilities exist. continued on page 124

ABOUT Attorney Matthew Parker: Attorney Parker is a Penn State Dickinson School of Law graduate and joined the firm in 200. He is a principal in the firm, a Pennsylvania Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) and accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs for VA benefits.

those hard-earned dollars could quickly disappear when confronted with a prolonged physical illness or cognitive disabilities such as Alzheimer’s disease or dementia that can keep you from living independently for a period of time.

Attorney Matthew Parker of Marshall, Parker, and Weber LLC, an elder law and estateplanning firm in Northeast and Central PA suggests some simple ways to spare your savings and save the equity in your home.

First, it is important to start planning early.

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(C ontinued from Page 122) • Long-Term Care Insurance: Individuals have to apply and qualify for these policies that average premiums of $3,000 per year.

Depending on the policy, it can pay for a short or indefinite stay in a nursing home facility, assisted living or in-home care.

• Medicaid (Medical Assistance) Program: Medicaid is a resource-based program. When applying, there is a fiveyear look back at assets, and therefore, most individuals with a modest income, savings, and/or a home will not qualify for assistance without planning to put themselves in a financial position to do so. A variety of asset protection trusts or qualifying annuities can do this.

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JANUARY HAPPENINGS All area codes are 570 unless noted

Special Events Jan. 1-31, Ghost Walk, 8 p.m., Scranton. 383-1821.

Jan 12-Feb. 3, Ski & Snowboard School, Montage Mountain.

1-855-Ski-Swim.

Jan. 18, Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary’s 73rd Annual Gala Ball, Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Hawley. 226-3394.

Jan. 18, Holistic Health Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Everything Natural, Clarks Summit. 587-9684 Jan. 18, Knox Mine Disaster Program, 2 p.m., PA Anthracite Heritage Museum, Scranton. 9634804.

Jan. 26-Feb. 2, Catholic Schools Week, Scranton Diocese. www.DioceseofScranton.org Community Events Jan. 4, O Gauge Train Display, 1-4 p.m., Bill’s Shop Rite Plaza, Daleville.

Jan. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26, Tour and Magic Show, 1-4:30 p.m., Houdini Museum, Scranton.

383-1821.

Jan. 7, World Peace Meditation

and Reiki January Circle, 5-7 p.m., SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT Self Discovery Wellness Arts 1 2 3 4 Center, Montrose.

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Jan. 10, Griffin 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Pond Animal 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Shelter Happy Hour, 5-7 p.m., 26 27 28 29 30 31 Backyard Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee on Alehouse.

Delaware. 421-5093.

Jan. 11, 10th Annual Ukrainian Jan. 18, A Bronx Tale, 8 p.m., State New Year Dinner Dance Malanka, 6 p.m.-1 a.m., St Vladimir Theatre Center for the Arts, Easton. 1800-999-STATE. Parish Center, Scranton. 489-1256.

Jan. 18, Up & Coming Comedy, 8 Jan. 13, The Menu: Superbowl p.m., Scranton Cultural Center, Snacks, 7 p.m., Scranton Cultural Scranton. 1-800-745-3000.

Center, Scranton. 1-800-745-3000.

Jan. 24-Feb. 2, Your Enemies Jan. 20, MLK Jr. Day of Service, 9 Closer, Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee a.m., Pocono Environmental on Delaware. 421-5093.

Education Center, Dingmans Ferry.

828-2319.

Jan. 30, Hair, 7:30 p.m., State Theatre Center for the Arts, Easton.

Jan. 25, Respect for Life Prayer 1-800-999-STATE. Breakfast, 9 a.m. St. Mary’s Center, Scranton. 570-347-8299.

Jan. 30 & 31; Feb. 1, 2, 7, 8 & 9, Jan. 31, Leadership Wilkes-Barre Dracula, Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m., Providence Playhouse, Scranton.

Mid-Winter Cocktail Party, 5-8 342-9707. p.m., Westmoreland Club, WilkesBarre. 823-2101.

Theater Jan. 4-19, Shawnee Original Playwright Series One-Act Plays,

Concerts Jan. 4, Suzie Vinnick, 7:30-9:30, Harmony Presents, Hawley.

588-8077.

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JANUARY HAPPENINGS Jan. 10, PMEA District Choir, 7 p.m., Marywood University, Scranton.

Jan. 11, Miles to Dayton, 7:309:30, Harmony Presents, Hawley.

588-8077.

Jan. 11, Broadway Tribute to George Gershwin, 8 p.m., State Theatre Center for the Arts, Easton.

1-800-999-STATE. Jan. 19, A Romantic Masterpiece

By Brahms, 7 p.m., Westmoreland Club, Wilkes-Barre. 207-4444.

Jan. 19, Caitlin Canty, 7:30-9:30, Harmony Presents, Hawley. 588-8077.

Jan. 22, Million Dollar Quartet, 7 p.m., State Theatre Center for the Arts, Easton. 1-800-999-STATE. Jan. 25, Jason Myles Goss, 7:309:30, Harmony Presents, Hawley. 5888077.

Jan. 26, Elvis Birthday Bash, 3 p.m., State Theatre Center for the Arts, Easton. 1-800-999-STATE.

Art Jan. 25-March 2, Classical Masters: The Grandeur of Rome, Pauly Friedman Art Gallery at Misericordia University, Dallas. 6746400.

Nature Jan. 1, First Day Hike, 1 p.m., Promised Land State Park, Greentown.

676-3428.

Jan. 1-March 28, Snowshoe Loaner Program, Promised Land State Park, Greentown. 676-3428.

Jan. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 & 25, Cross Country Skiing, Sat. 9-11 a.m.; Sun. 1-3 p.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 828-2319.

Jan. 4, Winter Bird Walk, 2 p.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 828-2319.

Jan. 5, Christmas Bird Count, 8 a.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry.

828-2319.

Jan. 5, Sunday for Singles Hike, 1 p.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry.

828-2319.

Jan. 11 & 19, Animal Tracking, 10 a.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry.

828-2319.

Jan. 12, Introduction to Snowshoeing, 9 a.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 828-2319.

Jan. 12, Winter Waterfalls, 1 p.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 828-2319.

Jan. 18, Family Ice Fishing, 1 p.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 828-2319.

Jan. 18, Eagle Bus Tours, 9 a.m., Delaware Highlands Conservancy, Lackawaxen. 226-3164.

Jan. 25, Eagle Watch for Eagle Enthusiasts, 8:30 a.m., Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 828-2319.

Jan. 25, Eagle Day, PPL’s Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, Hawley. 226-3164.

Kids Jan. 4 & 19, Ecozone Discovery Room, 1-4 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 8282319.

Jan. 8, Family Place, 10 a.m., Nancy Kay Holmes Library, Scranton.

207-0764.

Jan. 15-20, Disney on Ice: Passport to Adventure, Mohegan Sun Arena, Wilkes-Barre. 800-745-3000.

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