The Home News June 29

The Home News

Looking Back

Looking Back by Ed

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Circus cars Repurposed

A few months ago, we wrote some columns on the last Ringling Brothers circus trains. The material was forwarded to me by Mr. Thom Horvath, from New Jersey. Mr. Horvath, a railroad buff, has spent years researching the trains.

He writes, “In May 2017, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey made the announcement that due to high costs with put-

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ting on the shows, a decline in popularity and pressure from animal groups, they would be permanently closing their shows. The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s Red Unit would have its last show in Providence, R.I., May 7. Two weeks later, at Nassau Long Island’s Veterans Memorial Coliseum, the Blue Unit

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NOTEWORTHY NEIGHBORS

Local farmers detail What it’s like to live And work on a farm

Moore Township Supervisors Approve vacation of Trach Road

By SAVANNAH BROWN

The Moore Township Board of Supervisors held a formal hearing on Thursday, June 22 to discuss the condition of Trach Road from Bauer Road to South Summit Road and its vacation.

abuts the road on either side is preserved farmland.

By SAVANNAH BROWN

Farmers undoubtedly have one of the most important jobs, yet according to the USDA, they make up only 1.3% of the U.S. labor force. Their dedication, hard work and long hours allow them to plant, grow and harvest

crops, as well as raise livestock and produce the very food we consume daily.

The number of farms and acreage of farmland in the U.S. has been continuing to decline and a recent USDA survey shows that

The Home News is seeking essential workers in the community to interview for a new, ongoing feature, Noteworthy Neighbors. Emergency responders, teachers, local government, bus drivers, farmers, etc.; if you do essential work for a living, we want to hear from you. If you are interested in being interviewed and sharing with the community the work that you do, please email AskUs@HomeNewsPA.com.

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During the hearing, Public Works Director Craig Hoffman provided testimony pertaining to his recommendation to vacate Trach Road.

Hoffman identified that the road is just under a half-mile long, roughly 15 feet wide, and consists of hard-packed stone and gravel. It is a single-lane road with no paving or road indications such as striping, used primarily by farm equipment with very few cars, and property that

Hoffman made the recommendation due to the township having significant problems with the road because of water runoff; since the road is lower than the fields on both sides there is no way to get rid of the water on the roadway, making it difficult to maintain.

Hoffman expressed that over the last three years since he has been director, he has noted that snow removal from the road takes approximately four to six hours, which is significantly longer than paved roads.

As it stands, the road has no purpose or use to the township, appears more like a driveway or

private road, and would take the Public Works crew about six to seven hours to backfill the stone due to heavy rain, which is costly to the township. Additionally, there is a large slope in the road, which creates limited sight for drivers. There are also no speed limit signs posted, which means that drivers can go up to 55 miles per hour on the

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A bird’s-eye view of historic Bethlehem; photo by Matthew Morrow

Owner of Top Notch Estates charged For alleged theft of over $25K

By HOME NEWS STAFF

On Tuesday, June 20, District Attorney Terry Houck announced charges against 49-yearold Amy Richline in regard to the alleged theft of over $25,000 after being contracted to conduct estate sales and failing to pay the victims that hired her.

Richline, of Hellertown, is facing seven counts of Deceptive or Fraudulent Business Practices, seven counts of Theft by Unlawful Taking, and seven counts of

Receiving Stolen Property.

An investigation into Richline began when Bethlehem Township Police received a report from a township resident who stated he was never paid after hiring Top Notch Estate Sales, which the defendant owns, to conduct a sale at his mother’s home on Chester Avenue. The sale took place the weekend of April 29, and Richline has yet to pay the victim for the proceeds of the sales.

Through investigation, police

found Richline withheld funds from at least six other individuals in the Lehigh Valley since as far back as 2020. Two victims hired Top Notch Estates for sales in the City of Bethlehem, and additional victims hired Richline in Coopersburg, in Coplay, in Bethlehem, and in Allentown. Each individual reported they never received their payment.

According to police, all victims attempted to contact Richline through phone calls, emails, letters, police, and attorneys. If Richline did reply, she used the same phrase with each victim, stating, “They’re checking to see if it has been cashed, or if it’s been returned to their mail room. This is the first step. Because it’s certified funds, it’s not as simple as cutting another check because the funds have already been taken from my account.”

The Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office relinquished jurisdiction to Northampton County for the defendant’s crimes in both counties.

Richline was arraigned Friday, June 16 where bail was set at 10% of $50,000. Her preliminary hearing is tentatively scheduled for June 29 at 10:30 a.m. The investigation is ongoing. If you feel you have been victimized in relation to this matter, please contact Bethlehem Township Detective Ed Fox at 610-419-9646 or efox@bethlehemtwp.com.

34th Annual Uptown Northampton Street Fair- Saturday, Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1700-2100 blocks of Main Street, Northampton.

Atlas Cement Co. Memorial Museum- Open for tours second and fourth Sunday through Sept. 24. 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Group tours available, 610-262-2576.

Band In The Park Night- Friday, July 14 and 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Moore Twp. Rec. Center, 635 English Rd., Bath. Bring chairs and blankets.

Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.

Bath Farmers Market- Every Saturday May-Sept. from 9 a.m. to noon at the clock on W. Main St., Bath.

Bath Museum- Open third Saturday Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers needed, call 484-284-0313.

Borough of Bath Community-Wide Yard Sales- Saturday, Sept. 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yard sale permit fees waived this day only.

Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.

East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome.

Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1 to 3 p.m. 6600

Jacksonville Rd., Bath.

Gun Safety Information Night- Thursday, July 6 at 6 p.m. at Bath Legion, 278 Race St., Bath. Must be 18 or older. No firearms allowed on premises.

Helping Homeless Vets- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wed. of the month from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wed. of month 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church 1001 Deemer Rd., Bath. Call 610837-1190 FMI. Leave message.

Horner's Cemetery 295th Anniversary Tours- Visit the founders of Northampton Co. Daily tours by appt. only. Call Peggy at 610-9844532.

Nazareth Days- July 14 and 15 in Nazareth. Events on Belvidere Street, the Circle, farmers market, the park and more.

Nazareth Farmers Market- Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. MayOct. in the Square, Nazareth.

Nazareth Kazoo Parade- Saturday, July 1 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Begins at Nazareth High School, concludes with ceremony at Veterans Memorial Square.

Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. 1601 Canal St.

Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Borough Fire Dept.

Northampton Borough Fire Department’s 5th Annual Fireman's Parade- Saturday, July 22 at 5:30 p.m. during Northampton Community Days.

Northampton Farmers Market- Tuesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. MaySept. in Municipal Park, Northampton.

Old Home Week(end)- August 10-13 in the Borough of Bath. Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open third Sunday through October from 1 to 4 p.m. on West 21st Street (Route 329), Northampton.

Tatamy Fire Co. 100th Anniversary Parade and Block PartySaturday, July 8, parade starts at 1 p.m. followed by block party at 164 Bushkill St., Tatamy.

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would bring down the curtain after 146 years of entertainment.

The owner of this car is Dr. Jeffery Rice. The car has been renovated to serve as a bed and breakfast in DuBois, Pa. Contributed photo employees and the ringmaster. They were renovated as a bedand-breakfast car decorated with circus artifacts. The car was slated to open in 2023. The owner, Dr. Rice, will donate all proceeds to nonprofit charities.”

“What would become of the 137 railroad cars of rolling stock? These cars would eventually be auctioned off or scrapped. It is known that eventually five of these cars would find a home in Pennsylvania. Two of these cars can be found residing on a miniature golf course in DuBois, Pa., behind Dr. Doolittle’s Roadside Cafe and Creamery.

“These two cars once housed

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In 2017, Mr. Horvath saw Ringling cars on a Norfolk and Southern train in Phillipsburg, N.J. These cars were donated to the Dining Car Society, to be used at the Budd Phoebe Snow Diner. Another car was being converted into a baggage car. It was last used on a 2022 Toys for Tots fund drive.

“When these cars and their occupants traveled the country, they brought joy to spectators watching the train pass or actually seeing the circus.”

When Mr. Horvath saw these circus railroad cars, he said, “To see these cars reminds me how fortunate I was to see either the train or circus at various arenas.

When the circus shows ended,

the ringmaster closed the show, saying, “May all your days be circus days.”

We thank Mr. Horvath for sharing all these circus memories and photographs with our loyal readers.

See you in two weeks.

Ruth C. Newhard

Ruth C. Newhard, 95 of Northampton, Pa., passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at her residence. Born Jan. 3, 1928 in Northampton, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Charles H. Greene, Jr. and the late Fannie C. Rothrock Greene. She was the wife of the late Leroy S. Newhard who passed away in October 1999.

Ruth attended Northampton Area High School and went on to work for Northampton County Intermediate Unit #20 as a bus driver for 15 years. She then transitioned and continued to drive for Northampton Area School District for 11 years before retiring in 1999. Ruth was a former member of the Northampton Senior Ladies group, and in her earlier years she waitressed at the Danielsville Democratic Club. Ruth enjoyed spending time at the casinos playing the slots with friends and family.

She is survived by her sons, Dennis R. Newhard and wife Juliette of The Villages, Fla. and Dean A. Newhard and wife Lynn of Keeseville, N.Y., daughters, Sandra L. wife of John Hock of Orefield, Pa., Bonnie L. wife of Michael Almond of Northampton, Pa., Pamela L. Fatzinger and companion Jill Fortunato of N. Whitehall Twsp., Pa., and Jan L. wife of James Faustner of Bath, Pa., sister, Fannie A. wife of Arthur Schisler of Northampton, Pa., 13 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a sister, Isabelle M. Musselman, and brother Russell C. Greene and a grandson, Jeffrey Rinker.

A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 26, 2023

at Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave. Northampton, PA 18067 with the Rev. Joel W. Biggers officiating. The family received friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 25, 2023, and Monday, June 26, 2023 from 10 a.m. until time of service.

Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery, Northampton, Pa.

Contributions: May be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice c/o the funeral home.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.

Ida E. Rehrig

Ida E. Rehrig, 88, formerly of Bath, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2023 at Gracedale Nursing Home, Upper Nazareth Twp., Pa., with her loving family by her side. Born on Sept. 21, 1934, in Nazareth, she was the daughter of the late Victor M. and Ester (Bailey) Gerhard. Ida was the wife of the late Donald I. Rehrig, Sr., with whom she shared 57 years of marriage prior to his passing in 2010. Throughout her lifetime, Ida loved gardening and crocheting. More importantly, family was who she treasured and always looked forward to spend time with.

Survivors: She will be missed by her family including her three daughters, Linda A. Hartzell, Carol J. Mast, Michele L. Schmieding; a son, Donald I. Rehrig, Jr.; eight grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Tami L. Simon.

Services: Interment will be held privately with family in Green Mount Cemetery, Bath. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath.

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Northampton County Celebrates 250th preserved Farm, Good Work Farm

Submitted by BRITTNEY WAYLEN

Northampton County celebrated the 250th preserved farm in the county at the Good Work Farm property in Upper and Lower Nazareth townships.

This small but crucial working farm is a testament to show even smaller farms add value to the agricultural output and stability of Northampton County's working farms. Small-scale farming plays a vital role in shaping our future and addressing the global challenge of feeding a growing population sustainably. Its numerous benefits make it essential to a resilient and thriving society. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the environment and supporting local communities, consider joining a local Community Supported Agriculture or shopping at your local farmers market.

Good Work Farm is a small, diversified, mixed-traction farm using both tractors and draft horses to produce vegetables for the small-scale wholesale market. Sustainable growing practices such as conservation crop rotation, contour farming, and cover crops provide fresh, healthy, and high-quality produce to local Community Supported Agriculture and other retailers in the Lehigh Valley. Good Work Farm is owned and operated by Anton Shannon and Lisa Miskelly.

Anton, born and raised in the Lehigh Valley, took on the opportunity to run the hand-worked farm after attending The Seed Farm incubator program, which trains beginning farmers and helps them prepare a business plan to one day have their own farming operation. Lisa, after a career in unique farming experiences, which included milking sheep, making artisan cheese, and working on various farming operations, co-operates the farm with Anton. In addition to her work on Good Work Farm, she works for Pasa Sustainable Agriculture, managing their pre-apprenticeship program in diversified vegetable production.

Northampton County is cel-

ebrating 34 years of continued preservation efforts. With the preservation of the 250th farm, the milestone of over 19,000 acres preserved in the county has been reached. We currently have 26 farms in the process of preservation. When completed, they will add approximately 500 acres to our preservation history. We are on track to preserve 20,000 acres by 2025.

Pennsylvania leads the nation with the most preserved farmland in the country. Farmland preservation allows production agriculture to remain a viable industry in the Commonwealth. Agriculture is Pennsylvania's numberone industry.

As we recognize what we have achieved up to today, we must be ever mindful of where we still need to go. We must be aware that we all need to do our part to ensure that agriculture, not only here in Northampton County continues but ensure that generations to come understand its importance in our daily lives and our future.

If you are interested in any of the products available from Good Work Farm, you can visit their

website at goodworkfarm.com or email them at goodworkfarm@ riseup.net.

Natural Perspectives

For the healthMinded individual Suffer or Suffer

by DR. GLENN CLEARIE, DC

Would I be going out on a limb to say that by and large most of us, the majority, try and go through life without suffering? Clearly, I personally enjoy not suffering. However, the many decades of life have shown me that suffering in all its forms will be experienced despite best intentions. If I was to pull back this discussion a bit to less upsetting, incidental type sufferings we go through on a daily basis, you can see that in some cases you can pick between types and/or degrees of suffering. Allow me to explain.

When you were younger, did your parents have daily chores you were responsible for? I cer-

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tainly did and if my chores, especially during the summer months, were not completed by the time my dad walked through the door, I would suffer the consequences of my inaction.

You would think that after repeatedly knowing and experiencing the inevitable negative outcome I would complete my chores in a timely fashion rather than face the music. However, there were times (many times if I am to be truthful) that while I knew I would be in trouble later that night, I could care less…that was until the discipline began.

I could give you many examples wherein I chose putting off one type of suffering over another that I knew would occur later. So could you. Sometimes it was worth it but mostly not. This same view is presenting itself for all of us now that we are adults.

How many of you have a clear understanding that performing regular exercise, eating vegetables and removing sweets, sugars

and gluten will yield significant health benefits down the road?

We all do, however it is a present form of suffering that we really dislike: suffering through the eating of broccoli; allowing the pasta to be passed by you and not to you; drinking water instead of iced tea or soda; skipping desserts; the list goes on.

The problem is that as humans, we want what we want, and we want it now. Know that kicking the suffering down the road is not a good choice. Tomorrow will be today very, very soon, and suffering will commence.

We are all adult enough to make our own decisions. If I want to suffer through a dis-ease that’s my business. It is your business also so let’s not step on anyone’s toes here. I am simply drawing your attention to the fact that we all will suffer something at some point so may I suggest here and now that you suffer through the circumstances that give you the best possible outcomes.

Take time to think this over as it relates to all areas of your life. My best to you.

"Natural Perspectives" is a health commentary only and does not claim to diagnose and/ or make treatment recommendations. Always seek the advice of your health care professional.

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center July community Programs

Submitted by LAUREN

FORSTER

Fishing Equipment Available

When: Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Rd., Nazareth

Borrow fly rods, spinning rods, fly boxes, and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information, call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.

DiscoverE Adventure

Backpacks Available

When: Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg. These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies

and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.

Butterfly Walk for Seniors

Wednesday, July 5 or July 19 from 10 a.m. to noon

Join butterfly enthusiast and

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conservation volunteer, Doug Burton, for a leisurely walk through the park to find different types of butterflies, learn about their host plants, and discuss conservation issues that may threaten populations. This program is for adults only. Registration is required.

Weekly Weeders

Thursdays, July 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Interested in learning more about gardening with native plants? Volunteer to work alongside our education staff as they mulch, pull weeds, divide plants

and amend soil in the center's native plant garden. We provide instruction, tools, and weeding mats. Registration is required.

Butterflies of Jacobsburg

Saturday, July 8 from 10 a.m. to noon

Join local butterfly enthusiast Bill Grant for this walk through the fields of Jacobsburg in search of these beautiful insects. He’ll show you how to quickly identify local species and the best places to look for them. Participants should wear comfortable shoes. A hat, bottled water sunscreen, binoculars, and camera are recommended. This program is best for families with children ages 8 and up. Registration is required. Please register all members of your party including adults and children as space for this program is limited to 20 attendees total.

Creek Critters

Saturday, July 8 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Join us to learn about the fascinating creatures living in Bushkill Creek. Equipment to study these animals will be provided. Wear close-toed shoes that can get wet and expect to be in the water up to your knees. This program is best for families with children ages 5 and up. Registration is required. Please register all members of your party including adults and children as space for this program is limited to 15 attendees total.

Hike for Health

Wednesday, July 12 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain.

Dogs are welcome to hike on a leash. Meet at the Visitor Center flagpole at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Registration is not required.

Beginner Archery Saturday, July 29 from 9 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 3 p.m.

Can you hit the target? Learn the basics of archery at Jacobsburg. Join a park educator for two hours of learning and practicing field archery. Attendees must be at least 12 years old. No experience is required, and archery supplies will be provided. Registration is required.

You can view and register for community programs online at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ search/events?order=date&search

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=jacobsburg. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program, please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs with at least five days of notice.

Passport To History Month kicks Off this Weekend

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Passport to History Month is a celebration of the places, stories and community that bring local history to life.

Each weekend in July, participating historic and cultural sites in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding counties will open their doors to the public with free tours, activities, and programs for visitors of all ages. The schedule for weekend one is as follows: Burnside Plantation Saturday, July 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1461 Schoenersville Rd.,

road and often do, ending up in the ditches along the roadway.

Hoffman estimated the road costs the township $2,700 annually to refill the stone, and the township only receives $1,368 from the state in liquid fuels for the road, making it a hassle and financial burden to the township.

Township Engineer Kevin Horvath also reported the road is in poor condition and not anywhere near township standards. Therefore, remediating the road would cost the township approximately $125,000.

Horvath also presented that a traffic counter was placed on the road on April 23 and 24, and the average daily count of trips was 32 vehicles per day.

Police Chief Gary West testified that the road is not essential for emergency services.

Contiguous property owner Jeffrey Henderson stated that the land has been damaged by the water runoff and erosion of the road. Therefore, he requested that the township provide a onetime fill and grade before the road is vacated and gates at either end of the road to prevent traffic from utilizing it.

Solicitor Backenstoe explained the township cannot provide improvements to private prop-

erty, but that the property owners bordering the road could do so if they wish since the vacation of the road places ownership of the road back into the hands of contiguous property owners.

Contiguous property owner Rudy Klein stated he wants to see the road closed because of how fast drivers travel on it, and that he is surprised there hasn’t been a fatal accident yet due to lack of visibility and the speed of drivers.

Klein also explained that drivers go through his fields when they can’t access the road, and that poachers currently use it to access his property.

However, Klein shared his biggest concern will be stopping people from using the road once it is vacated.

Henderson voiced similar concerns about drivers using the road as a cut through and ignoring signage.

All parties came to an agreement in regards to the township placing “Do Not Enter” signage along the roads that lead to Trach Road and providing temporary portable barricades at the entrances of the road for 90 days to prevent traffic from accessing it.

Supervisors voted unanimously to vacate Trach Road from Bauer Road to South Summit Road and provide/erect signage and temporary barricades leading up to and at either end of the road. Drivers should plan to use other roads, as

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Trach Road is now private property.

Due to the holiday, the next Moore Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Monday, July 10 at 6 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 2491 Community Dr.

Bath Farmers Market Announces Upcoming Summer Events

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by

KARLA BUCKWALTER

On July 1 we have the Dog Days of Summer Parade kicking off the hottest days of summer. Is your dog trained to show off their tricks for treats? Is your dog filling up most of your social media posts? Does your dog grab everyone else’s attention wherever you go? Well, bring them along to strut their kicks along our walkway around the Monocacy Creek Park on West Main Street in Bath. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The catwalk begins at 10:30 a.m.

On July 15 we will have a 50/50 Boat Race. Contestants may register their non-propelled, non-gas, non-motorized boats. The boat may be any size (it must fit the creek of course). They may have sails. There will be two races, at 10 and 11 a.m. Fifty percent of the proceeds go to the winner.

On July 22 we will have our annual fundraising event, the Great Bath Duck Race. We race numbered ducks down the Monocacy Creek Park behind the market’s location. Ticket sales for the Bath Duck Race are available now for a chance to win several prizes and a grand prize of $250 in cash. The event will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m. Winners will be announced right after the race before the market closes. If you are a business and would like to donate any prizes for the event, please contact Carol Bear-Heckman at 610-3900555 or email ckbh@ptd.net. All proceeds go directly to the Bath Farmers Market. Visit the information tent during market hours to get your tickets early.

August’s events will be announced at the end of the month. Visit our website for more details at www.bathfarmersmarket.org or follow our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram @bathfarmersmarketpa. We’ll meet you at the clock every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.

Bethlehem, PA 18018

Join us for Saturdays at Burnside and our popular “You Point, We Pick” program. Explore the history of our “farm in the city,” which has been a part of the Moravian community since 1748. Take a peek at the Burnside House, barn, and summer kitchen where you can learn about Colonial cooking. Follow it up with a donation and take home some delicious homegrown veggies, herbs, and/ or flowers at Burnside Garden’s “Point and Pick” program, plus tours, and special kids’ activities. Moravian Museum: 66 W

Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts: 427 N New St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Luckenbach Mill: 459 Old York Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Saturday, July 1, and Sunday, July 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Enjoy free admission to our new exhibition, Unspun: Stories of Silk, and children’s activities throughout the museums. We suggest you start at Moravian Museum of Bethlehem then visit Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts, and the National Museum

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Visitors can also view the summer juried exhibition for the Lehigh Art Alliance at Luckenbach Mill throughout the weekend. Artists will be on hand for “Meet and Greets” and demonstrations. Horner’s Cemetery

Sunday, July 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. (By appointment only)

4965 Nor Bath Blvd, Northampton, PA 18067

Horner’s Cemetery Historical Society is celebrating the 295th anniversary of the founding of Craig’s Scotch-Irish Settlement – the oldest, longest, permanent settlement in the Lehigh Valley – with tours available Sundays between 1 and 4 p.m. by appointment only. Meet General Brown, friend of President George Washington. Hear about the gift Washington gave to Brown. Visit with the ancestor of President Roosevelt. Learn about Ben Franklin’s tie to Weaversville. Meet a Gregg family ancestor of President Truman. Please call Peggy Moser at 610-984-4532 to schedule your tour.

Leesport Lock House

Saturday, July 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 27 E. Wall St., Leesport, PA 19533

The Lock House will be open Saturday, July 1 for tours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop in for a self-guided tour of our 19th-century locktender’s house. Volunteers will be on-site to help with any questions you may have. This is a free event, but donations are always welcome. We will give guided tours of the house and museum room, with old-fashioned games and toys for all ages.

National Museum of Industrial History

Saturday, July 1 and Sunday, July 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

602 E. Second St., Bethlehem, PA 18015

nership with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites.

Washington Crossing

Historic Park

1112 River Rd., Washington Crossing, PA 18977

Colonial Field Day

Pre-registration required Saturday, July 1 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

4076. To register, please email Katherine Heugatter at kheugatter@FriendsWCP.org.

Rebels and Redcoats Classic Car Show

Sunday, July 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Enjoy free admission and explore the story of the people, creativity, innovation, and inventions that shaped America into an industrial powerhouse supplying products to the world. Special exhibits include Robert Fulton: Industrious Revolutionary and a spotlight on silk and textiles as part of Unspun: Stories of Silk, a multi-part exhibition displayed across multiple locations in part-

Round up your family or friends for a spirited colonial competition at Colonial Field Day on Saturday July 1 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Try your hand at playing some popular games from the 18th century, including cup and ball, Jacob’s Ladder, hoop and stick, and more. The winning family will receive a family membership to the Friends of Washington Crossing Park. Participants will also receive a hands-on craft kit, including the opportunity to make your own toy or game. Pre-registration is required as space is very limited for this free event. Call 215-493-

As part of its annual Independence Day celebration, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts a classic car competition in the fifth annual Rebels and Redcoats Classic Car Show on Sunday, July 2. This unique show features American, French, British and German cars, representing the four countries involved in the Revolutionary War.

There will also be an open class for cars of any make, model, and year. Prizes are determined by peer judging. All proceeds from the classic car entry registrations will benefit the non-profit Friends of Washington Crossing Park’s historical and educational programming. The car show is free to the public.

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East Allen Township Supervisors

Discuss potential legal action Against East Allen EMS

By SAVANNAH BROWN

The East Allen Township Board of Supervisors met Thursday, June 22 to continue the discussion on emergency medical services with East Allen Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

During the June 14 meeting, East Allen EMS President Eric Snyder presented a recommendation to the board for a potential replacement of emergency medical services based on their inability to fund payroll, but the supervisors had several questions and concerns.

East Allen EMS Director of Operations Cindy Geist provided a lengthy statement to clear up misconceptions, communicate why East Allen EMS chose not to recommend Northampton Regional EMS, and request an extension of time for the organization to determine the future of services with the township.

Geist began by addressing East Allen EMS’ decision not to recommend Northampton Regional EMS, which she claimed was due to recent issues with their working relationship.

Geist went on to explain that East Allen EMS’ decision to choose Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps was due to the proposals offered by Nazareth aligning with what they are looking for, which Geist referred to as “a true partnership.” Additionally, Nazareth’s board reached out to East Allen EMS and offered financial and staffing assistance as they continue the discussion with the township about the future of services within the township.

Last year, Nazareth appointed Robert Norder as their executive director to help them restructure and rebuild their organization after some staffing issues, and recently, East Allen EMS also hired Norder as their executive director for the same reason due to monetary issues.

Geist stated that East Allen EMS gave Norder the task of fully auditing their organization financially and operationally, and that he will report his findings and determine if the issues he finds are fixable to both East Allen EMS and the Board of Supervisors.

“We know that we have had some poor decisions, frivolous spending, change in leadership, and lack of leadership, but due to the time sensitive need for these assessments, we are requesting for you to give us a little more time,” said Geist.

Geist also expressed that East Allen EMS has secured six months of funding through Nazareth and the sale of various equipment to help with payroll throughout this

process.

Geist added that funding for six months is approximately $180,000 and will be covered by the following: $15,000 profit from the sale of ambulance 4684, which has already been sold; $27,000 profit from the sale of ambulance 4683 to Nazareth, which East Allen EMS purchased last September with grant money and a loan that they still owe $102,000 on; an average of $19,000 that they bring in each month from services and subscriptions; a $10,000 promissory note from Nazareth; and the sale of assets such as an extra stretcher they do not use and rehab equipment.

During questions from Solicitor Joe Piperato, Geist stated that East Allen EMS has not made any promises to Nazareth or any other third party pertaining to the real estate, but that they have not yet secured the contractual signatures needed from Nazareth.

With some confusion surrounding how East Allen EMS will come up with the $180,000 needed to stay afloat for six months, Geist clarified that they

will only be indebted to Nazareth for $10,000 and will generate the rest of the funds by selling some equipment and scheduling nonemergency transports.

After an executive session, the board expressed disappointment from the recent amendments that were made to East Allen EMS’ bylaws, which removed the township from ownership of the organization’s assets in the event of a dissolution.

Piperato divulged that the board would not consider a sixmonth extension without having some guarantees and assurances in writing.

“The board wants to authorize me, as the solicitor, to take action against East Allen Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps in a way of a preliminary injunction, which would prohibit you from transferring any of your assets and also for a return of some of the donations that this township has made, which they believe were [accepted] under false pretenses,” said Piperato.

Piperato added that the township would require East Allen EMS to provide the township

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with the mortgage on the property to prevent it from being transferred to a third party without the authority of the township, an agreement that the executive board will amend its bylaws again to name the township as the beneficiary of the company’s assets in the event of a dissolution, and that ambulances 4681 and 4682 be transferred into the name of the township as well.

Aside from Vice Chairperson Mark Schwartz’ abstention, supervisors unanimously approved Piperato’s motion that by close of

business on Wednesday, June 28, the township will possess documentation placing a lien on the property in favor of East Allen Township, along with appropriate documentation that either demonstrates that ambulances 4681 and 4682 are owned by East Allen Township or will be encumbered on the title as a lien holder in favor of the township. Supervisors also passed a motion to authorize Manager Green as the sole official that can make

Annual Kazoo Parade to Buzz through Nazareth

Submitted by NICOLE MILES

The Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is organizing the annual Kazoo Parade, which rings in the Independence Day weekend each year. On July 1, Mayor Colondo will lead the parade, which begins at Nazareth High School at 10 a.m., driving this year’s Grand Marshall of the parade, Charles Donello, along the parade route which ends at Veterans Memorial Park.

Charles is a borough councilman and leads many projects in Nazareth to keep the community looking great. Charles was nominated to be the Grand Marshall as tradition dictates the Grand Marshall be a veteran and an active participant in the Nazareth Community. Charles has lived in Nazareth most of his life, except when he fought in the Vietnam War. He has many interesting stories to tell and will be awarded a certificate of appreciation for his time served and all he does for the

Nazareth community. He is a true hometown hero and continues to generously serve today. Many community members will meet for this fun tradition where they will play their kazoos and wave American flags in spirit of the Fourth of July as they make their way down to Borough Chambers for a brief ceremony where all those that have served and continue to serve our country will be thanked. The Chamber invites elected officials to say a few words about this holiday and at the end, the Chamber will present all the certificates to our Grand Marshall.

We hope Kazoo Parade participants will stop by the Nazareth Farmers Market after the ceremony and also make their way around town to shop, eat and see what our local businesses have to offer in terms of Independence Day deals.

We hope you will come march with us or sit to watch, after all, it’s not every day you see a Kazoo Parade pass by.

Northampton Area Public Library Announces July programs

Submitted by RACHEL ROBINSON

All Together Now is the theme for this year’s summer reading pro-

grams. Join us for the following community-based programming:

Mother Nature presented by Kit’s Interactive Theatre will take place on Wednesday, July 12 at 1 p.m. Mother Nature and her friend The Fairy Queen will teach the importance of preservation.

Flower Power – Thursday, July 20 at 3 p.m. Learn all there is to know about local plants and flowers from Audrey Erb, a member of the Lehigh County Master Gardeners. Spaces are limited so registration is required. Everyone who registers will receive a seed packet.

Community Art Project – July’s masterpiece is a community puzzle. Pick up your large puzzle piece at the library and design it any way you like. Perhaps a favorite place?

For children, we have biweekly craft bags – July 3 through July 15 will be Festive Sand Art Jars and July 17-29 will be Independence Day Building Structures.

Early Literacy Storytimes have begun. Lapsit Storytime (ages 0-24 mos.) takes place on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Toddler Storytime (18-36 mos.) is on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Preschool Storytime (3-5 yrs.) is on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Also look for Game Club (Gr. 3-5) on Thursday, July 13 at 6 p.m., STEAM Craft Club (Gr. 3-5) on Thursday, July 20 at 6 p.m. and Storycraft (Gr. K-2) on Thursday, July 27 at 4:30 p.m.

Also, for children on Monday, July 24 at 3 p.m., join our very own Miss Morgan and some of her bandmates to learn about different instruments and their origins.

Children can also read to a

therapy dog on Thursday, July 20 at 1 p.m. Registration is required. Please call 610-262-7537 to register for a 15-minute time slot.

Ages 5-10.

Teens can make an Upcycled Pollinator Feeder with this month’s pick-up craft. Registration is required and all materials are supplied. Pick up begins Monday, July 3.

This month’s Teen Art Workshop on Tuesday, July 18 at 6 p.m., we will paint in the style of Keith Haring. Registered participants will receive a canvas tote bag to paint.

Teen Club meetings for July are as follows:

• Teen Advisory Board: Wednesday, July 5 at 3 p.m.

• Teen Anime Club: Tuesday, July 11 at 3 p.m.

• Teen Game Club: Tuesday, July 18 at 3 p.m.

• Teen Book Club: Wednesday, July 19 at 3 p.m.

Join us on Thursday, July 6 at 6:30 p.m. for a Beautiful Symmetry program. We'll create our own repeating patterns using grids and art supplies.

July’s pick craft for adults is Whipped Body Butter. Registration is required and pick begins Monday, July 10.

Join us for Puzzle Pandemonium on Monday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m. Groups of three to five individuals will work to finish a puzzle as quickly as possible. Medals will be awarded for first, second and third place.

Our true crime discussion group, Once Upon a Crime, will meet on Monday, July 31 at 6 p.m. This month’s theme is female murderers. Registration is required and you must be 18 years old and older.

The Well-Read, Badly-Behaved Book Club will be meeting for a sassy summer edition on Tuesday, July 25 at 6:30 p.m. The book being discussed is “These Impossible Things” by Salma El-Wardany. Copies are available at the library, and you can reserve your copy by calling us at 610-262-7537.

If you don’t have time for a formal book club, try out our Laid Back Book Club. July’s selection is “Lycanthropy and Other Chronic Illnesses” by Kristen O’Neill.

You can always get the most up-to-date programming information at our website, www. northamptonapl.org, or on Facebook and Instagram @ NorthamptonAPL.

Nazareth goes cupcake crazy During Let Them Eat Cake bakery Grand opening

ery day indulgent and that’s what we want to bring to our customers,” Romero shared.

For the grand opening, Smyly even dressed up as Marie Antoinette to pass out samples, which was truly icing on the cake for customers to see.

“We wanted to create a space where people can indulge themselves and indulge in the finer things, which is our tagline. Everything tastes as good as it looks and it’s extremely important to us to only give the highest quality product out there,” explains Romero.

While Smyly handles the business side of operations, Romero is able to focus on the baking responsibilities that she is passionate about.

“I always want to challenge myself and improve my skill set, and cakes give you more options to grow. I’ve been focusing on making vintage cakes, and I love making cakes in general, like custom cakes and graze cakes. I am always trying to push the boundary of what I can make and how eccentric I can go,” Romero boasts.

Although she loves to make her hand-piped character macarons and vintage cakes, Romero shares that her favorite thing to make is wedding cakes.

“You not only get to make the cake, but you also get to be a part of the most important moment in someone’s life,” Romero adds.

Let Them Eat Cake offers an assortment of must-try goodies sure to satisfy any sweet tooth, such as macarons, cupcakes, vintage heart cakes, cold case to-go cakes that patrons can grab last minute, custom cakes and graze cakes, which are one-of-a-kind cake/ dessert boards themed around what the customer is looking for. Graze cakes have a center cake, but also offer a variety of other flavors and items around the cake such as cupcakes, meringues, candies and cakesicles. Let Them Eat Cake’s graze cakes are based on an idea that Romero came up with after she was inspired by similar creations from bakeries in the UK, which makes them unique to the area.

Macaron flavors are rotated on a weekly basis and include flavors such as pistachio, matcha, honey

By SAVANNAH BROWN

On Saturday, June 24, confection cravers lined Main Street to get a taste of Nazareth’s newest bakery’s grand opening with the first 50 customers receiving a free half-dozen macarons. In fact, the morning of Let Them Eat Cake’s opening was so busy that they sold out of cupcakes within the first two hours.

At just 23 years old, owner Taylor Romero’s dreams of owning a bakery since she was a preteen have already come true.

Romero began baking at the age of 12, thanks to her mother’s love of baking, encouragement and support.

Romero’s mom and business partner, Channon Smyly, shared that at 12, Romero was obsessed with making brownies before Romero decided to try something new. When Romero set out to expand her baking skills, she picked one of the hardest things to bake—macarons.

“She came to me and said, ‘Mom, I’m going to make macarons.’ At first, she failed quite a few times, but she kept doing it until she got it. At 16 years old, she got it, and she became amazing at it!” beams Smyly.

Romero continued to hone her macaron and baking skills,

which led to Romero receiving her pastry arts degree from Mercer County Community College in New Jersey.

Although the pair have lived all over the country, they moved to the Lehigh Valley six years ago, which is the longest place they’ve called home. Currently, Smyly resides in Palmer Township, while Romero lives just three minutes away from the bakery in Nazareth.

“We’ve gotten involved with the community and have received so much support, which has been amazing,” says Romero.

The mother-daughter duo’s pink and white decadent Frenchthemed bakery is a nod to French regency and French queen Marie Antoinette, who was famously rumored to have once said, “Qu’ils mangent de la brioche,” which translates to “Let them eat brioche.” Although brioche is a type of rich bread made with eggs and butter, the rumored phrase and its translation quickly became “Let them eat cake.”

“Growing up, I had a love for France and for fancy things. I’ve always been girly and feminine, and I wanted to create my own taste of France, so this has been an homage to my 12-year-old self…Marie Antoinette made ev-

Channon Smyly and Taylor Romero

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The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to make a change to your listing below, please email it to: cstroh@homenewspa.com or call 610-923-0382. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www. HomeNewsPA.com.

ASSUMPTION BVM

PARISH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-2559

Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. –Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. –Mass 4 p.m.

ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON

610-262-2882

Sat. – Vesper services 5 p.m. (No Sat. service first 3 weeks in July)

Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m.

BETHANY WESLEYAN, CHERRYVILLE.

610-767-1239

Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m.

BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, BUSHKILL

TWP. 610-759-7132

Sun. Worship 9:15 a.m., SS 10:30

a.m.

CHAPMAN QUARRIES

UNITED METHODIST, BATH.

610-837-0935

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. We Care, Days of Prayer every fourth Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. CHESTNUT ST. BATH.

610-837-0345

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C., SCHOENERSVILLE.

610-264-9325

Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, DANIELSVILLE.

610-837-6051

Sun. – Worship 8:45 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-8500

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. with HC, SS 9:40 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, BATH.

610-837-7517

Sundays- 9 a.m. Worship (and online), 10:30 a.m. SS for all ages. DRYLAND U.C.C., NAZARETH. 610-759-4444

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITEHALL (EGYPT). 610-262-4961

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. EL SHADDAI ASSEMBLY OF GOD, NAZARETH.

610-759-6557

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Youth Ministry – Sunday – 6:30 p.m.

Kids Ministries – Wednesday – 7 p.m. EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, BATH.

610-837-1741

Sun –Traditional 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 10 a.m. FAITH FAMILY

FELLOWSHIP, BUSHKILL TWP. INFO@ FAITHFAMILYFELLOWSHIP. CHURCH

Sun.- Contemporary Worship 10 a.m.

FAITH REFORMED, WALNUTPORT.

610-767-3505

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-9517

Sun – Worship 9 a.m.

GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, NAZARETH.

610-759-7036

Sun. – Worship 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, NAZARETH.

610-759-9080

Sun.- Worship 9 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-7186 (HA)

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, PEN ARGYL.

610-863-4811

Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m.

HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL

LUTHERAN, NAZARETH.

610-759-7363

Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m.

HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, NAZARETH.

610-759-0870

Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F –Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m.

HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-2668

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday

School 9 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY

SLOVAK LUTHERAN,

NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-3365

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, CHERRYVILLE. 610 7677203

Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.

MOUNT EATON CHURCH, SAYLORSBURG.

570-992-7050

Sun- 8 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary MOUNTAIN VIEW

WESLEYAN CHURCH, BATH.

610-759-7553

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, NAZARETH

610-759-3163

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-8101 (N)

Sun.- Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9

a.m.

NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, NORTHAMPTON

610-262-5645

Sun – Worship 11 a.m./6 p.m., SS 10 a.m., Wed. – Worship

7 p.m.

NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-4412 (HA)

Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (ngmc.church)

PROMISED LAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, BETHLEHEM.

610-759-7243

Sun.- Worship 10 a.m. SS children and adults 9 a.m.

QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON

610-262-2227

Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Fri. – Mass 8 a.m. Sat. –Mass 4 p.m.

RADIANT CHURCH, EASTON/NAZARETH. 484597-1440

Sun. – Worship/meeting

10 a.m.

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, BATH.

610-837-7874

Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-

Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

SALEM U.C.C. MOORESTOWN

610-759-1652

Sun. – 9:30 a.m.

SALEM UNITED METHODIST, DANIELSVILLE.

610-767-8003

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

SCHOENECK MORAVIAN CHURCH, NAZARETH.

610-759-0376

Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS

9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. livestream via Facebook.

ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL NAZARETH

610-746-3910

Sun. – SS/Holy Eucharist

10 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, BATH.

610-837-1061

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, NAZARETH

610-759-3090.

Sun. – Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat.

– Worship with HC

5:30 p.m.

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., HOWERTOWN.

610-262-8666

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. NAZARETH.

610-759-0893

Sun. – 9 a.m.- Contemporary Worship, 10 a.m.- Christian Formation, 11 a.m.- Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C. BERLINSVILLE.

610-767-3107

Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. – 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, PALMER TWP.

610-258-0875

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, NORTHAMPTON, 610-261-2910. HA

Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care), SS 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., OF INDIANLAND, CHERRYVILLE

610-767-5751

Sun. – Trad. Worship

10:30 a.m., Contemporary Praise Worship second

Sunday 7:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S UCC SEEMSVILLE, NORTHAMPTON.

610-837-7426

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL

LUTHERAN CHURCH, HECKTOWN

610-759-6377

Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS

9:15 a.m.

VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, NORTHAMPTON

610-837-5894

Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m.

WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

610-767-8939

Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m.

ZION’S STONE U.C.C., KREIDERSVILLE

610-262-1133

Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m.

ZION E.L. CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON, 610-262-6636 (N)

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.

KEY –W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE –Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC – Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, HA – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School

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MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE HEARING/MEETING

The regular meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Moore Twp. Municipal Building, 2491 Community Dr. Bath, PA 18014. Members of the public are welcome to participate. The specific agenda for the meeting is as follows:

23-ZHB-768

The applicant(s), William Hildenbrand and Alex Falcinelli, applicants of the property located at 702 Cherry Hill Rd. Nazareth, PA 18064 request the following relief: A variance to construct an Accessory Building in excess of maximum size requirements. The section(s) cited for the property are as follows: 200-22 (H-12) Residential Accessory Buildings, as well as any other section of the Zoning Ordinance in which relief may be needed. The property County PIN# H6-23-13A contains approximately 1 acre, and is zoned, Village Center (VC).

23-ZHB-769

The applicant(s), Kay Krapf, applicants of the property located at 3350 Rinker Rd. Northampton, PA 18067 request the following relief: A variance to construct an Accessory Building in excess of maximum size requirements. The section(s) cited for the property are as follows: 200-22 (H-12) Residential Accessory Buildings, as well as any other section of the Zoning Ordinance in which relief may be needed. The property County PIN# J432-12 contains approximately 47.32 acres, and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA).

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Daniel Chiavaroli

President

Nazareth Borough Council (6/22 & 6/29)

PUBLIC NOTICE MOORE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

JULY MEETING DATE CHANGE

MOORE TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Moore Township Board of Supervisors regular meeting in July will be held Monday, July 10, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the Moore Township municipal building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014.

Moore Township Board of Supervisors Nicholas Steiner, Township Manager (6/29)

PUBLIC NOTICE 2023-002

The Bath Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at 6:00 PM at the Borough Municipal Building 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 to consider the following application:

The appellant, Angjo LLC, is requesting variances of Section 675-100, Section 675-119.J and Section 675-120.A of the Bath Borough Zoning Ordinance to convert an existing medical office into a multifamily apartment.

The property is located at 106-108 E Northampton St, Bath, PA 18014, bears Tax Parcel # K6NW4B 9 2, and is in the Commercial Neighborhood (CN) Zoning District.

Shawn Leidy Bath Borough Zoning/Code Enforcement Office (6/29 & 7/6)

Jason L. Harhart Zoning Officer Moore Township (6/22 & 6/29)

REQUEST FOR BIDS

LAWN EQUIPMENT

DR Field and Brush Mower

16 HP Kawasaki engine

Excellent condition Call 484-280-5487. (6/29)

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PHOTOS

(6/29)

The Home News is seeking photos for the July photo of the month contest- the theme is “Water.” Email your photos that have water in them to cstroh@ homenewspa.com along with your name, description of photo, and date and location taken.

Deadline is Monday, July 24. The winner will be featured in the July 27 issue of The Home News.

(7/20)

VENDORS AND CRAFTERS

For Moore Township Community Days August 18 and 19. Contact Lois Kerbacher at 610-759-9449 ext. 5 or email Lkerbacher@mooretownship. org for applications.

(6/29)

The Northampton Area School District will receive sealed bids until 11:00 a.m., prevailing time, on July 10, 2023, for the following: Door Prop Alarms. Specifications are available at www.nasdschools.org or at Northampton Area School District, Business Office, 2014 Laubach Ave., Northampton, PA 18067. The Northampton Area School District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informality in bids received.

Jason Williamson, Assistant Business Administrator (6/22-7/6)

LEGAL NOTICE

BOROUGH OF NAZARETH

DATE CHANGE - JULY 2023

MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING NEW DATE - WEDNESDAY, JULY 5, 2023

The Borough of Nazareth is changing the date for its monthly July 2023 Business Meeting. The July 2023 Borough Business Meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 and will begin promptly at 6:00 pm at Council Chambers, 159 W. Center Street. Please call the Borough Office at 610-7590202 during business hours with any additional questions.

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Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation Awards grants for 2023-24

Submitted by CLAUDIA SHULMAN

The Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation’s Board of Directors has awarded seven grants totaling $52,067 to the Northampton Area School District for the upcoming 2023-24 school year.

The Foundation funds grant requests submitted by district teachers and administrators. This year’s grants include the purchase

of a spectroscope for the 8th grade students; STEM/STEAM equipment/materials for district elementary students; authors in residence and science programs at the elementary level; and technology resources for high school students. With this announced funding, the Foundation has awarded since its inception in 2016 over $244,000 in grants for K-12 District students.

The Foundation, established

in 2009 by a group of community volunteers, is an organization whose mission is “to raise funds to promote, enhance and supplement educational and cocurricular programs by providing extended learning opportunities and experiences for the benefit of students within the Northampton Area School District.”

Funding for the grants is made possible by local businesses and individuals who generously support the Foundation’s annual golf tournament held in June, the fifth annual Distinguished Alumni Award Celebration scheduled for September 17, the ongoing Memorial Paver Project, and the other fundraisers sponsored by the Foundation.

For additional information about the Foundation, becoming a Foundation volunteer/member, and sponsorship opportunities, please go to www.konkretefoundation.org.

Bakery

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lavender, cookie butter, Ferrero Rocher, strawberry milkshake, fruity pebbles, chocolate sea salt, cookie monster, crème brulee, raspberry lemonade and birthday

cake, with honey lavender and cookie batter being bestsellers.

Cake flavors that patrons can look forward to include classic vanilla, brown butter chai, lemon blues, velvet volcano, Nutella kinder, orange passion, white chocolate raspberry, classic chocolate, dark chocolate raspberry, salted caramel, Snickers, chocolate espresso, birthday explosion, cookies & cream and biscoff, with birthday explosion being a bestselling cake flavor and velvet volcano being the most popular cupcake flavor.

Custom cake, cupcake, and macaron orders can also be placed online in advance, and Romero welcomes suggestions for new macaron characters and flavors.

Let Them Eat Cake’s hours are subject to change based upon what the community needs, but for now they are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 143 S. Main St. in Nazareth.

East Allen

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any changes with Northampton County 911 or notify any changes to Eastern PA EMS Council related to services for East Allen Township.

The next East Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Wednesday, July 12 at 7 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd.

Gun

safety Information Night in Bath

By HOME NEWS STAFF

A gun safety open/concealed carry laws information night is planned for Thursday, July 6 at 6 p.m. at the Bath American Legion, located at 278 Race St., Bath. This information night is free of charge and anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to attend. Snacks will be provided. please note that no firearms will be allowed on the premises.

Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Phone #: (570) 421-7470 aribbon@frontier.com www.americanribbon.com

A.J.

BATH

BATH

Farmers

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there are currently only two million farms in the U.S. and 893 million acres of farmland.

It is no secret that warehouse development has recently been on the rise at alarming rates for Lehigh and Northampton County residents, but the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission reports that the area is home to 554 preserved farms totaling almost 42,000 acres.

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Two of those farms include Misty Valley Farm, Inc., located at 1425 Valley Rd. in Allen Township, and Twin Maple Farms, located at 7486 School Rd. in East Allen Township.

Misty Valley Farm is owned and operated by Angela and Paul Link who bought the property in 2009 with intentions to restore it to a working farm again. After a few years of living on and restoring the property, they decided to grow a few items for some local restaurants they frequented. From there, Angela says it snowballed into what it is today, and they have been farming their 20 acres since 2016.

Misty Valley Farm has around four acres of organic produce and 10 acres of chicken pastures with close to 10,000 pasture raised hens. They provide fresh, organically-grown vegetables, pastureraised eggs, vegetable plants and flowers to local restaurants and the community.

Angela describes the average day on the farm as incredibly long.

“We need to be up at the crack of dawn to let the hens out of their coops to pasture. Then, the days consist of seeding and planting, feeding chickens, collecting and washing eggs, weeding, and harvesting. We wrap up the day at dark when it’s time to close the hens back in their coops for the night.”

Angela explains that many people are unaware of the amount of work and time that goes into farming, especially with growing acres of produce. For example, growing vegetables involves “choosing varieties that work, scheduling seeding and planting successions, dealing with insect and disease pressure, and dealing with/scheduling around the weather are all quite challenging and change daily” she adds.

Although Angela misses being able to get away and go on vacation at a whim, she thoroughly enjoys the learning aspect of farming because she learns something new every single day.

“Farming isn’t just a 9 to 5 job. It really isn’t a job at all—it’s a lifestyle. We live it 24/7, 365 days a year,” Angela shares.

Farmers are faced with many challenging moments that require them to be able to pivot at the drop of a dime. Angela reveals that the most challenging moments she has faced as a farmer have been losing crops and livestock to things that were out of her control. For example, Misty Valley Farm has unfortunately lost crops to flooding and hens to predators and illness, which Angela describes as tough. However, all of the hard work

and long hours that farming requires also yields the most rewarding part of the job. For Angela, doing something good for the community by supplying good, fresh and healthy food is what she finds to be most rewarding.

Misty Valley Farm offers a wide variety of organically-grown vegetables, fruits, eggs, flowers and plants, as well as homemade jams, preserves, maple products, honey, and salsas at their farmstand that local residents rave about. Their summer hours are currently Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.

One township over, Twin Maple Farms is a fourth-generation potato, vegetable and grain farm owned and operated by the Hunsicker family since 1939, with over 30 acres of potatoes. Just last year, Garry Hunsicker turned the farm over to his son, Steven Hunsicker, and nephew, Travis Hahn, but he still lives and works on the farm’s 250 acres every day.

“Farmers don’t retire,” Garry jokes, “My grandfather was on the tractor until he was 90.”

Garry describes himself as being born into farming. He started working on the farm in high school, but his dad told him to go out and get a job elsewhere after he graduated college, so he worked in the agriculture industry in Maryland and Delaware for about seven years before moving back home and taking over the family farm full-time.

Garry explains that working on the farm is different every single day, but he and his family aim for an average 8-to-5-day. Since Twin Maple Farms does not raise any livestock, there is no regimen for time. However, different crops and seasons require earlier starts such as picking sweet corn in the summer and harvest season in the fall.

Although it’s hard work, Garry says there isn’t anything about it that he doesn’t like.

As a lifelong farmer, some of the challenges Garry has faced include unpredictable weather, labor being hard to find and being able to pay workers what competitors like warehouses pay their employees.

“Weather is always a challenge

because you can’t control it, but that’s all part of farming,” Garry says.

For example, the mild winter is hurting crops right now because farmers are seeing a lot more insects than usual due to them not freezing like they normally do over the winter. Additionally, some vegetables such as cabbage and potatoes like the cooler weather, so those are doing really well this year, but sweet corn is going to be a few weeks late due to the cool spring weather.

Garry comments that all of the rain the Lehigh Valley has gotten recently, and the hot, humid weather has made the corn grow 6 inches in just two days.

“We’re constantly thinking about and planning what we’re going to do next year. That’s the whole thing about farming; no matter how bad the year is, next year is going to be better. So, you’re always working for next year and you learn from experience,” Garry remarks.

Overall, the most rewarding thing about farming for Garry is seeing the crops grow. “There’s nothing nicer than seeing a good yield in anything I’m harvesting.”

Although some of the vegetables that Twin Maple Farms grows are also sold wholesale, their farmstand is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for local residents to stop and shop fresh, hearty and locally grown potatoes, cabbages, peppers, tomatoes, sweet corn and onions.

Farmers like Angela, Garry and so many others are such an integral part of the community. The sacrifices they make provide us with the sustenance we need to survive. So, next time you bite into that cob of sweet, golden corn or crack an egg over the pan to make your favorite breakfast omelet, think of the farmers that work tirelessly to provide us with the one thing we all need and love—food.

Garry Hunsicker (middle), with his son Steven Hunsicker (right) and nephew Travis Hahn (left)

Angela and Paul Link