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Fun-filled weekend at Moore Township Community Days
Landing of Penn Star Helicopter. (Additional picture on page 8.) –Contributed photo
by HOME NEWS STAFF Moore Township Community Days saw another successful turnout this past weekend on August 26 and 27. There was much to see and do and many patrons and vendors came out to support the township. The kids had their own area for fun and enjoyment, there were demonstrations from Kleckners-
ville Rangers and the exciting landing of Penn Star Helicopter, historic tours through the township thanks to the Historical Commission, a 5K race, demonstration by the MTAA cheerleaders, and so much more. The weekend was packed with entertainment by Point 08, Uncle Smiley and Crazy Hearts. With great food, people, games, raffles
and another awesome fireworks display to close out the weekend, Moore Township thanks everyone involved for making this another fun-filled, community event. To keep up with all Moore Township Community news, events and happenings, follow them on Facebook at: @mooretownsbip.org.
First-ever Spuds & Suds Festival held in Bath
by JUSTIN SWEITZER Saturday, August 27 saw a new event grace the streets of Bath, Pennsylvania as food trucks, live music and vendors of multiple varieties adorned the streets for the borough’s first-ever Spuds & Suds street festival. The festival, presented by the Greater Bath Area Chamber of Commerce, was held from noon to 8 p.m. at blocked off areas of W. Northampton and S. Chestnut Streets. It also featured a beer garden sponsored by Weyerbacher Brewing Company, a multitude of craft vendors and live entertainment throughout the event’s eight hours. The event celebrated Pennsylvania’s storied history of potato farming, featuring potato products ranging from loaded baked potatoes, spiral cut potatoes on sticks, potatoes smothered in smoked cheddar cheese and many
types of poutine. Q, Wow Wagon, Ziggy’s Roaster Spuds & Suds was also very and Cinnamini Donuts. child-friendly, featuring caricaLocal craft vendors were also tures, face-painting and plenty in attendance, with homemade of food to attract the attention soaps, jams, jewelry, crafts and air of little ones including Cinnami- plant terrariums for sale on the ni Donuts, an operation based streets of Bath. out of Pottstown, Pennsylvania Live music supplemented the specializing in fresh-made mini food and drinks, with many lindoughnuts. ing up their chairs to watch The If the doughnuts weren’t Large Flowerheads, a Pennsylvaenough to satisfy the sweet tooth’s nia favorite who took the stage at of festival goers, Trixie’s Treats 6 p.m. They followed a day filled was bound to fulfill their con- with multiple genres of music fectionary needs, offering a truck including instrumental acoustic dedicated to multiple varieties of guitar, bluegrass, soul and rock cupcakes, brownies, cheesecakes music. and bread pudding. Residents of Bath and beyond The truck’s owner, Tracey praised the event's success in it’s Mathews, is also the co-founder inaugural year, as did the event’s and president of the Greater Le- volunteers who thanked sponsors high Valley Mobile Food Alliance and those in attendance for makand had a large influence on the ing the event such a success. success of the event, as she courtThe event has garnered such a ed other members of the alliance including Chick’n Cone, Bob-B- Continued on page 4
Robert E. Leiby, crop consultant for the Pennsylvania Co-operative Potato Growers, gave a talk explaining the pollinating of potato plants that yield these nutrient-rich vegetables that contain more potassium than bananas. (More pictures on Page 9.) –Home News photo
Cement Worker of the Month- Don Levonian
Don Levonian. –Contributed photo
by ED PANY Mr. Don Levonian was raised in Wynnewood and graduated from Lower Merion High School in 1972, where he was on the track team and a school photographer. Kobe Bryant, NBA star was also a graduate. Don said, “I had a keen interest in Chemistry; the school had excellent teachers and resources and gave me a great education.” Don later graduated from Drexel University with a degree in Chemistry. The school participated in a co-op program with the cement industry, so Mr. Levonian
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spent six months at the Martin Marietta Cement Plant in Bay City, Michigan. There he utilized his Chemistry background. He recalled, “I had a 40 year odyssey in the cement industry working at plants in West Virginia, Virginia, Florida and here at ESSROC.” Today, he is the Quality Control Manager at the Nazareth plant. The position is very challenging. In order to insure quality cement, the process is closely monitored from the quarry to the finished product. The cement must meet state, federal and cus-
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tomer requirements. With pride, he said, “I work with all departments to optimize cost and quality. We always attempt to improve the quality of the product. Days can be stressful but rewarding. Our goal is to
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GETTING OUT!
EVENTS AROUND TOWN The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome. The Atlas Cement Museum- open every second and fourth Sunday of the month now through September 25, 2016. Opening is from 1 to 3 p.m. Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org.
Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1 to 3 p.m. the
third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf.org.
Bath Community-Wide Yard Sale- Saturday, Sept. 10
from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., no permits required that day. FMI call 484-860-8884.
Northampton Historic Street Fair- Saturday, Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. on Main Street, Northampton.
Gospel Concert by the Harmenaires- Sunday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. at St. John’s UCC, 15 S. Second Street in Slatington.
St. John’s Lutheran Church 19th Annual Fall Fest and Basket Raffle- Sept. 17 from noon to 8 p.m. 206 E.
Main St., Bath.
Bath Halloween Parade- October 18 at 7 p.m. Rain date is October 19. Stay tuned FMI.
Bath Community Campfire- Sat., Oct. 22 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Firefighters Park. Music by “Forty Grand,” food, fun, fire, friends.
CORRECTION The Home News apologizes for the mistake in the All Roads Lead to
Bath supplement on page 14 regarding the caption of the man and woman holding The Bath News. They are Annie Greene and son Keith Greene.
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Natural perspectives For the health-minded individual
Fifteen Years and Counting For some fifteen years and counting, I have been writing health articles for The Home News and loving every minute of it. The articles have ranged, of course, from the benefits of chiropractic care, nutrition, practical health discussions and frank conversations. I appreciate the kind words, phone calls, letters, and emails I have received all along. Truth be told, I think this health column has changed me and helped me as much as I pray it has been a blessing on our community. At this point I have more than a dapple of gray in my hair and truly I have reduced the vigorous exercise I placed my body through in the earlier years. I have developed a viewpoint that
by DR. GLENN CLEARIE, DC
nurturing our body, mind, and spirit gently from one phase of life to the next is a whole lot better than trying to stay young forever. Interesting how age changes our perspectives… Over the years we have explored various ailments and remedies together. Some seemed too good
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to be true while others are surely the platform for greater discovery and understanding down the road. All along, developing a clear understanding that taking care of yourself from a young age through adulthood and into our senior years is the best approach and makes common sense. Inch by inch, it’s a cinch! I suspect as I always have, that if you want to be a healthy person you have to consume healthy food. The growing concern, however, is that the majority of what we are told is good for us just isn’t, and much of what we think is food is not actually really food at all. Indeed, man-made concoctions rule the roost. It is tough water to navigate. Is a cracker healthy for you? Is soda? Bread? Ketchup? How about cereal? What are your thoughts on genetically modified apples, or pesticide-laden carrots and celery? Does the fact that the meat, poultry and fish you consume are riddled with pesticides, Continued on page 4
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Police Blotter Drug Investigation leads to Arrest in Northampton
A month long investigation concluded on Thursday, August 25 after the Northampton County Drug Task Force conducted three half-gram buys of methamphetamine for $50 a piece from Karen Else at 1428 Cedar St. in Northampton. Task Force officers served a search warrant at her residence in the afternoon of August 25 and seized 255 grams of marijuana, 105 grams of methamphetamine, scales and packing material. The drugs seized had an estimated street value of $10,500. Else was charged with possession, and possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine and marijuana. Additional charges are pending. Else was transported to Northampton Central Booking for arraignment. Police departments participating in the operation included Colonial Regional, Moore Township and Northampton Boro.
Cloned Credit Card in Walgreens
On July 2, a Hispanic male in his early 20s entered Walgreens Pharmacy in Palmer Township and made $680 worth of fraudulent purchases on a cloned credit card using a Bath woman’s credit card information. An investigation is ongoing.
Motorcycle Crash on Old Post Rd.
A one-person motorcycle crash occurred on August 13 on Old Post Road in Slatington. Zachary Reichard, 27 of Slatington, was traveling south on Old Post Road, Lehigh County, and was negotiating a right curve. Reichard then lost control of the 1990 Yamaha FZR600A, leaving the roadway and striking the embankment. Reichard then re-entered the lane and traveled another 58 feet before again leaving the right shoulder and striking the embankment again. As the motorcycle was turning counter clockwise, Reichard was thrown. Reichard was transported to Lehigh Valley Hospital
Cedar Crest by Northern Valley EMS for non-life threatening injuries. He was wearing a helmet. Reichard was cited for Required Financial Responsibility and Operation of Vehicle Without Official Certificate of Inspection.
Theft at Target
An investigation is ongoing regarding a retail theft of approximately $1000 of merchandise from Target in Hanover Township, on Airport Road. Two suspects have been identified. Anyone with information is asked to call Pennsylvania State Police at 610-861-2026.
Narcotics at Wayne Grube Memorial Park
On July 13, Marco Joseph Caruso, 31 of Coaldale, used illegal narcotics at Wayne Grube Memorial Park, leaving his two five-year old children unattended and unsupervised. The accused went into the bathroom to use above mentioned narcotics, rendering him unconscious. One of the children possibly poked his finger with the contaminated syringe. Caruso is charged with two counts of Endangering Welfare of Children.
Theft with Welding Torch
further confirmed the suspicion of D.U.I. Flores was arrested and transported to Lehigh County DUI Center for a blood draw. The blood was drawn and he was then released. Flores was charged with a number of charges.
Mr. Levonian truly enjoys his forty years in the industry and is a dedicated employee. Much success to him and all our friends at ESSROC who carry the 150th year heritage of Saylor Cement.
Dr. Clearie
Spuds & Suds
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hormones and heavy metals even raise an eyebrow? When you get right down to it, even our drinking water is a creation of man for the betterment of our society, isn’t it? Clearly we could overthink things. It truly amazes me that despite, and in spite of all the things that could go wrong, our bodies keep working the best they can as long as they can; some longer than others. This leads me to assert that we are living shorter yet dying longer. The deterioration of our glands, organs, and tissues have now become a process of slow and steady decline, unlike healthy up to the end in generations prior. Yes, we have covered much these many years, yet we still have much work to do, and ideas to explore. In the end, my hope is that Natural Perspectives leaves you better off than when it found you. I hope you learn a little, laugh a lot, and maybe be filled with heartfelt emotion along the way. So here is to another fifteen plus years!
positive reaction that many are reaching out on the event’s Facebook page voicing their excitement and hopes that the event will continue next year, a great sign for a newly minted event that brought both residents and newcomers to the streets of Bath for a day filled with festivities.
On July 30, Joey Michael Beltz, 34 of Slatington, used a welding torch to remove a yellow steel gate from Michael Dalessandro’s, Continued from page 1 55 of Slatington, property. Beltz satisfy our many loyal customthen took the yellow steel gate to ers.” the Great Metal Recycling scrap All department heads meet yard, where he received a whop- daily to coordinate the plant’s ping $4.80 in exchange. operation. Don said, “We are a hard working team and emphasize safety, quality and the environment.” Don also works with D.U.I. on Operation Manager Mr. Joys Motorized Scooter Riva and Plant Director Munzer Jasen Flores, 21 of Allentown, Ghosh, both fine men. was caught driving under the inMr. Levonian states, “I work fluence on a motorized scooter in in an amazing industry and am the 100 block of N. Penn Street grateful it has given me and my in Allentown on July 3. Trooper family a good living.” Don has Shortall observed Flores at the been married to the former Cathy stated location scooting during Laurie for 40 years. She holds a nighttime hours without head- PhD. from the University of lights activated/illuminated and Florida in Health Management. without the required protective She is a member of the Thomas equipment. Upon contact with Jefferson University medical staff. Flores, it was determined that he They are proud of their daughwas driving under the influence ters Jennifer and Lisa, and their of controlled substances. A DRE three grandchildren. They reside Evalution was completed and in Flourtown.
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submitted by ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE Madison McCall of Bath, PA was named to the Elizabethtown College Honors Program. Since its establishment in 1999, the Elizabethtown College Honors Program has provided enhanced learning opportunities to students excelling in academic and extracurricular activities. Those selected to participate in the program are encouraged to maintain high standards of scholarship, leadership, and service worthy of their intellectual promise and demonstrate initiative throughout their enrollment at the College. The Honors Program is a member of the National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC). Student membership represents all four classes, and members annually elect peers to represent them through the Honors Student Council. Elizabethtown College, located in historic Lancaster County in south-central Pennsylvania, is a private co-ed institution offering more than four dozen liberal arts, fine and performing arts, science and engineering, business, communications and education degrees. Learn more: http://www.etown. edu/about/.
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Grillin’, Drinkin’, Playin’
Seems like a late Labor Day this year, not that I want summer to end. Although, it was one hot summer! I was wondering... what does Labor Day really mean and does the way we celebrate it coincide with the meaning? We’re grillin’, swimmin’, drinkin’, playin’, dancin’, picnicin’ and more… I looked it up. Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. Happy Labor Day to all who do contribute to the well-being of this country. Speaking of labor, maybe it’s time for you to thank everyone who works for or with you, for a job well done. Since strength and prosperity are the two contributing factors, why not look for those two attributes in your staff? When your staff prospers, you will prosper. When your staff is strong it will reflect your reputation in the community. This weekend, when you are: Grillin’ - turn up the heat on staff appreciation. Drinkin’- make sure your staff has enough break time to enjoy a refreshing beverage. Swimmin’ - give your staff the ability to swim with the sharks and take risks. Playin’ - create a team atmosphere so your staff enjoys time together. Dancin’ - dance like no one is
Residents told state laws pre-empt Township’s in gun club trapshooting by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
watching - encourage your staff to provide an over the top performance for your customers, even when you are not there. Picnicin’ - I’m a big believer in sharing food together. Host staff luncheons or breakfasts just to get together and get to know each other better or maybe have a speaker...use it as an educational experience. This weekend, when you’re grillin’, drinkin’, swimmin’, playin’, dancin’, and picnicin’ you will be reminded of your own personal Labor of Love. Carol is a professional speaker, coach and educational consultant specializing in innovative leadership, outrageous fundraising, million dollar marketing, and building organizational alliances throughout the country. Carol’s creative leadership provides bulletproof ideas for recruiting MORE MEMBERS, MORE MONEY AND BETTER LEADERS to your team. www. caroltalks.com 610-442-4545 tellkids@aol.com Like Carol on Caroltalks and CarolCoaches! Carol S. Ritter, Past President, National Speakers Association Philadelphia and St. Luke’s University Hospital Visiting Nurses Association & Hospice.
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Joann Yurkonic of Snyder’s Church Road, Bath, returned on Thursday to a meeting of the East Allen Township Board of Supervisors, along with several of her neighbors, to reiterate her stand that trapshooting should not be held after 10 p.m. by members of the nearby Keystone Rod & Gun Club. She quoted the township’s zoning ordinance and even said it is in the club’s policy that they should not shoot their shotguns late at night. But the supervisors and their solicitor Atty. Joseph Piperato said they are within their rights and the township cannot stop the late-night activity on their property. And the club’s attorney, Michael Light, said the ordinance is pre-empted by Pa. state law when it comes to sporting activities, as long as it operates in a safe environment. Ms. Yurkonic said they shoot on Wednesday nights from 10 to 10:30 p.m., and the neighbors don’t want it after 8:00 p.m., feeling that would be a reasonable hour. She wanted to know the township’s position, and chairman Roger Unangst said zoning officer Shawn Leidy didn’t find any violation. Ms. Yurkonic had collected 40 signatures on a petition, and she said her first complaint was filed May 20, 2016. Noting that she believes it was a violation, she held a microphone up to her phone to listen to the shots fired. “Why can’t they obey the rules?” she asked. Unangst said it is on private ground and the club has their own rules. “They are a state-approved gun range and we have no jurisdiction.” “Can you get the zoning officer to come over when they’re shooting after 10 p.m.?” she asked, asserting that there has been no communication for three months. “We’re entitled to due process,” she said. Township Manager Debbie Seiple said there was a meeting with the president of Keystone Rod & Gun Club and he explained some of the rules. Ms. Yurkonic went on: “We want feedback. We had no knowledge there was a discussion with the club president. We want open dialogue with the club. There are a lot of gun clubs in the Lehigh Valley and this is the only one that has trap shooting at night. The club policy is at 7:30 p.m. and the neighbors are fine with that. We want to be in harmony, we want peace. We’re not trying to shut you down.” Although there were club members in the audience, they didn’t comment. Nor did any of
the neighbors. Unangst and Ms. Seiple said the zoning officer does his job and they don’t interfere. Summer park program Recreation chairman Chuck Frantz told the board that summer camp was “fantastic,” an outstanding year that 145 children enjoyed with 13 counselors. He said that on very hot days they were hosed down to cool off. Some of the entertainment they enjoyed were mounted police of Bethlehem in a demonstration, the city’s K9 dog ferreting out explosives or suspects, an animal demonstration, visit to the Roxy Theater, arts and crafts that the parents donated, Crayola and JustBorn Candies donated, Super Heroes Day, World Class Soccer Day, Donut Day, Halloween Day, and other special events. Frantz thanked the ambulance corps for their assistance. He said over the six weeks of the program the children brought loose change and collected over $1,000 for the Lehigh Valley Zoo. He thanked secretary Rose
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Wedde for counting all those pennies. Fire service issues John McDevitt, a 40-year veteran of the East Allen Township Volunteer Fire Co., said he attended a hearing at the 9-1-1 Center, in which a number of county and state officials were present. They discussed issues of the fire service and how they are trying to improve it. But because of the declining number of volunteers, he said, “Where we’re headed, I don’t know.” Senate Resolution 32 is an attempt to solve the problem. One thing he said brought laughs, “Pokemon is not here!” Other matters • In a short hearing, and no comments from the audience, the supervisors approved amendments to the zoning ordinance on warehouses, uses and conditions. • Gregory Gray was appointed an additional sewage enforcement officer. • Manager Seiple said that at a Lehigh Valley Planning Commission meeting it was commented that what we do in each municipality affects our neighbors. She added that Hanover and Allen townships are very well informed because of the warehouse projects. • A resolution approved was on the update of the comprehensive plan.
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip What a wild weekend! Moore Township’s Community Days and Bath’s Spuds & Suds festival. It was a preliminary to the kids going back to school on Monday, and the opening of the Great Allentown Fair on Tuesday. I’m exhausted, just thinking about it. Chestnut and Northampton Streets were filled with folks enjoying themselves. The beer garden was flowing with plenty of suds all day long and there were lots of places to get eats like barbecues, chicken, corn on the cob, pretzels, cinnamon donuts, popcorn, ice cream, cupcakes, and of course potatoes that the farmers around here are producing. It was great seeing everybody walking along and having a great time meeting up with old friends. The place was really jumping, too, with music on a couple of stages. . . .Chief Seiple and his Colonial Regional Police were out in full force and handled a ton of traffic with the detour around the festival . . . .Now folks are taking in the Great Allentown Fair. . . . The summer’s been going by so fast, I didn’t think about school, but the young’uns are back in classes and the yellow school buses are busy on their runs. Study hard, kids. That’s how you make a success out of your life. . . .I forgot to mention last week, there was another misprint in the historical booklet. The barbershop that floated across Main Street in the July 9, 1945 flood was Spengler’s Barbershop, not Sencenbach’s. I usta get real cheap haircuts there. Some of us usta say he placed a bowl over our head and trimmed around it. Just kidding! Anyhow, Ye Ed says he’s hearing lots of compliments on the anniversary booklet. It is a real keepsake, that’s for sure. . . .Looks like it spawned a new column with what Harvey Haupt has collected . . . .The church gang that has breakfast once a month down at the Town & Country was happy to have Rev. Fran Merkel and her Mom join them a couple weeks ago. There were hugs and kisses all over. . . .Elisabeth (better known as Betty) Gehring is one of the church group and she was in town, too, for another class reunion over at Keystone Park with Catherine Zakos, Allen Haidle and others who were her students in those years gone by at the Bath Public School. . . . Phillies managed to get one game from the Mets, but a couple grand slams did ‘em in. Now they’re up
against the first place Redskins. Those Eagles won three of their pre-season football games, and still have the N.Y. Jets, but we’ll see what happens when they get into the real season. . . . Today is the first of September already. It won’t be long before all the leaves start changing colors and fall to the ground, and then comes winter. Let’s hope it’s another mild one. Have a great Labor Day holiday. It’s the unofficial end of summer!
OUTDOORS Senator Toomey’s Stance Explained; Federation Gets Fish, Game Reports by HOBBY At their recent meeting, delegates of the Northampton County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs were told by Bob Kilbanks, liaison for State Representative Joe Emerick, where Senator Pat Toomey stands on the gun issue. Kilbanks said there is a misunderstanding and that Senator Toomey is for the Second Amendment, although seeking to improve background checks. He has been endorsed by the National Rifle Association in the past and expects to be again. The Federation does not endorse any candidates, but listens to them on their points of view, president Mike Topping noted. The meeting was well attended by conservation officers, from the Pa. Game Commission and Pa. Fish & Boat Commission. Game report WCO Brad Kreider, who represents Northampton County, reported that there were vacancies in Schuylkill, Berks and Montgomery Counties, but they are being filled. He showed a PGC release on drones and the agency considers them a type of aircraft that could interfere with wildlife. In Northampton County, a drone photographed an osprey nest. The Southeast Region will host two programs at their office near Reading – one on wildlife causing problems and another on bald eagles – to which the public is welcome. He reported that 116 acres of land has been added to State Game Lands 168. There will be a turkey survey in which individuals can participate online. WCO Tyler Kreider, who represents the lower half of Northampton and Lehigh Counties, reported that a bow educa-
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tion course is now being offered online. If you score 80% or better, you pass the course. An advance course in archery is also offered by the Hellertown Sportsmen’s Association, but it is not a requirement for archery hunting in Pennsylvania. In New York State it is. Tyler said if there are enough people interested, he will instruct the course next year. Kreider noted receiving reports of a fisher in Lower Saucon Township, but he could not confirm or deny the sighting. In a final game report, Topping said that as of August 22, there still were 5,000 antlerless deer permits available in region 5-C, but 5-B was sold out in Northampton County. Fish & boat report With the June graduation of waterways conservation officers, Northampton County now has a WCO, and Zachary Rudd was present for the first time. Originally from New York state, he and his wife now reside in Northampton County. Rudd was a member of the second largest class to graduate, and it will mean open positions will now be filled. He said one of their major concerns is habitat, and he is thankful for the Northampton County Conservation District. Already he has had his share of catching violators along the Delaware River. Rudd reported that an electric shocking survey was taken of the Bushkill Creek, that shows an increase of fish since 2012. One 22-inch brown trout came to the surface in the survey. Delegates told him that the Bushkill has dried up at times when Hercules Cement turned off its pumps. Topping has been pushing for the Saucon Creek to be taken off the fly fishing only list, in recognition of how many kids like to fish for trout. Saucon Park is a city-owned park, and Topping is hoping that there will be more pressure put on the Trout Unlimited commissioners in Harrisburg to change the status. Plans for an anadromous fish hatchery at Hugh Moore Park were outlined by Topping and John Berry, and they have been submitted to the City of Easton. The building will house one shad tank and possibly another. Berry said that some $17,000 has been raised so far, but another $5,000 is needed to complete the project. This volunteer co-op nursery is the first of its kind in the country. The first eggs that are produced will go into the Shad-in-theSchools program and the extra eggs will be deposited in the Lehigh River, as explained to WCO Russ by Berry. Other matters • State and division delegate Mike Getto reported that the Pennsylvania Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs fall conference will be held the weekend of September 16-18 at the Mechanicsburg Rod & Gun Club. He needs proxy forms filled out by clubs affiliated with the PFSC so their vote will be recorded on special issues. • Delegate Norman Graver reported there is a new legislative
bill on firearms liability insurance that is being considered. Graver also reported that there will be a “Get Outdoors PA Festival” at the Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center on September 24 from noon to 4:00 p.m. Several state agencies and officials will be involved.
FOOTBALL Nazareth, Northampton open Football season with losses by HOME NEWS STAFF Fans of the Nazareth High School Blue Eagles and Northampton High School Konkrete Kids are hoping for better results in the weeks ahead. But both teams suffered losses on their openers Friday night in high scoring games. Nazareth lost to Pleasant Valley, 43-25, and Northampton came out on the short end of its game with East Stroudsburg North, 48-42. Nazareth The Blue Eagles’ Nick Skirtich took a 32-yard pass from Travis Stefanik for a touchdown in the first quarter, but the kick by Petrozelli for an extra point failed. Panther Valley’s Michael Brown grabbed a 45-yard pass from Justin Richardson and added another two points on a pass conversion. Both teams scored a pair of TD’s in the second quarter. Stefanik on 14-yard and 10-yard runs with one extra point on a kick. Pleasant Valley also scored twice, once on a Richardson 77yard pass from Brandon Keyes and another Michael Mitchell 67-yard pass from Keyes. At that point it was Nazareth, 19, and Pleasant Valley, 22. The Eagles had the only score in the third quarter on a Hunter Paulson 12-yard interception return. The fourth quarter was all
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Pleasant Valley as they racked up 21 points on a 20-yard pass, and runs of 20 and 29 yards, with three kicks by Cummings going through the uprights. Northampton It was a nip and tuck battle all the way between ES North and Northampton as both teams racked up points in every quarter. The Kids’ Colin Shucker rushed for 64 yards and two TDs and also passed for 98 yards and two more TDs. In the first quarter he took a 10-yard pass from Justin Monte for the first six points and another point came on Jason Santos’ kick. In the opening quarter Thomas Melchiorre scored on a 2-yard run for ES North, but their kick failed. Melchiorre scored on a 2-yard run and also rushed for a 2-point conversion. Shucker ran for 6 yards and Santos kicked an extra point. Jayson Smoot ran for 37 yards to get another ES score along with a Melchiorre kick. But Shane Walsh took a 6-yard pass from Shucker and Santos kicked the extra point. And so, at the half, the teams were knotted 21-21. It was back and forth again in the third quarter. East Stroudsburg North’s Melchiorre was a one-man army on a 1-yard run and a kick by him in one play and again by Melchiorre on a 31yard run and an extra point kick. For Northampton, Robert Ellersick scored on a 6-yard run and Shucker on 5 yards, with both Santos kicks good. Both teams scored 14 points that quarter. It came down to the final quarter, with ES North getting two TDs, one on a 50-yard pass from Melchiorre to Brian Cruz and a 71-yard pass from Melchiorre to Nevin Day. One of Melchiorre’s kicks was good, the other failed, but altogether he racked up 160 yards in the air and two touchdowns, and rushed for 176 yards and four touchdowns. Stauffer had a successful 31-yard run and Santos kick, but Northampton fell six points short.
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& More will offer samples of homemade tomato relish, hot candied jalapeños and summer-fresh succotash. Visit the booths for innovative samples and stop by vendors such as The Popcorn Pit, Peanut Butter & More, Pappy's Premium Beef Jerky, Annarella's Kitchen and Stehly's Bakery and Eatery for samples any week of the season. Traditional coal-country folk musician Dave Matsinko will perform on the gazebo with dulcimer, banjo, mandolin and more. There are just five weeks left of the market so shoppers are encouraged to stock up for the end of the season. SNAP recipients may spend their benefits at the market as well and receive up to $10 towards fresh produce. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/bathfarmersmarketpa.
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submitted by ANDY WEAVER The 2016 fall sports season is in gear. The Nazareth Football team started their season on August 26 on the road at Pleasant Valley and fell short 43-25 and will now host Parkland for Senior Night at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 2 at Andy Leh Stadium. The Nazareth Boys Soccer team will open their year at 4 p.m. at Central Catholic on September 2 and will host Whitehall at 4 p.m.
on September 7. The Nazareth Girls Soccer team will open the year at 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 3 vs. Central Catholic at Andy Leh Stadium, and then travel to Whitehall at 7 p.m. on September 7, and then host Parkland at 4 p.m. on September 9. The Nazareth Field Hockey team will open at home at 1 p.m. on September 3, and then will travel to Whitehall on September 6 at 7 p.m. and then host Parkland at 7 p.m. on September 8. The Nazareth Girls Volleyball team will open the year at Freedom High School in a Tournament on September 3, and then host Pocono Mountain East at 5:45 p.m. on September 6, and then travel to East Stroudsburg North on September 8. The Nazareth Girls Tennis team played Allen at home and won 7-0 on August 23, and then went to Bethlehem Catholic on August 25 and fell short 5-2, and then played Moravian Academy at home on August 26 and won 5-2, and will host Pleasant Valley at 3:30 p.m. on August 29, and travel to East Stroudsburg South on August 30, and then host Pocono Mountain West at 3:30 p.m. on September 1, and then host Freedom on September 6. Have a great Labor Day holiday and make sure you keep checking out my website at https://nazarethsports.wordpress.com/.
Tatamy Car Show submitted by RICHARD FRACE The annual Tatamy Car Show, sponsored by the Tatamy Historical Society and the Tatamy Fire Company, will be held Sunday, September 11 from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on Broad Street in Tatamy. Participants’ Choice Trophies will be presented: 19031949, 1950-1959, 1960-1969,
1970-1979, 1980-1989, 19901999, 2000-present, Truck, Street Rod through 1949 and Custom 1950 to present. A Tatamy Historical Society trophy will also be presented. Food and music will be provided. The Tatamy Historical Society’s archives in the municipal building will be open to the public during the event.
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Opinion by JUSTIN SWEITZER The Clinton family is no stranger to controversy. Throughout the course of both Bill and Hillary Clinton’s political careers, they have seemingly been unable to avoid controversies that have kept them thrust under a negative spotlight on television screens and front pages across the nation. Fortunately for them, they have also been resilient enough to continually power through the negative attention and continue their careers in public service. Hillary Clinton hoped to avoid any more similar controversies following the Justice Department’s decision not to press any charges in regard to her use of a private email server. Unfortunately for her, that doesn’t seem to be in the cards for the Democratic Party’s nominee. After the conservative watchdog group Judicial Watch released over 725 pages of State Department documents, it became apparent that Clinton’s top aide as Secretary of State, Huma Abedin, was in constant communication with Clinton Foundation executive Doug Band to provide easier access to Clinton for those who previously donated to the Clinton Foundation. Such
meeting between Clinton and Crown Prince Salman of Bahrain who had ties to the Clinton Foundation through a scholarship program. Republican nominee Donald Trump has capitalized on the situation, accusing Clinton of turning the State Department into “pay for play” operation where she rewarded Clinton Foundation donors with access to the department. The emails released by Judicial Watch only supply Trump with further material to use, as he has already grown fond of calling the Clinton Foundation “corrupt,” despite donating over $100,000 to the philanthropic organization himself. So far, there has been no proof that Clinton Foundation donors had any impact on Clinton’s diplomatic or policy decisions as Secretary of State. The relationship between the State Department and Clinton Foundation may have been completely benign. But despite the charitable work done by the organization, the fact is that the Clintons, Hillary especially, continually place themselves in situations that damage their public perception. This is just the latest developing story alleging that Clinton’s actions may have posed a conflict of interest. It follows other troubles that have dogged Clinton throughout her campaign, including paid speeches given to Wall Street banks and her use of a private email server that jeopardized the security of confidential material. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Clinton's primary opponent, continually used Clinton's paid speeches to question the sincerity of her plan to strictly regulate
lieved that the massive amounts of money that Wall Street banks paid Clinton would undermine her plan to fight high-speed trading and regulate risky behaviors that endanger the stability of the American economy. His argument made a lot of sense. Why would anyone turn their back on companies that regularly paid them $250,000 for a single appearance? It’s an argument that Donald Trump has seized for his own personal use as just another example of why Clinton should not be president. Whether it be for “convenience” or simply an extra payday, you would think that a public figure as experienced as Clinton would learn to stay away from operations that could paint her in a negative fashion. Within the past few years she has fallen victim to the controversies that are her Wall Street speeches, her use of multiple private email servers and the blurred lines between the State Department and the Clinton Foundation -- all issues that were under her control and could have been easily fixed or dispelled. Instead, Clinton continued time and time again to subject herself to situations that damage her public image and undermine all of the positive work that she and her family have done. Her blatant disregard of how her actions appear to the public show that Clinton’s biggest problem may be broader than the specifics surrounding the contents of emails or speech transcripts: that Clinton is unable to foresee potential conflicts that will damage her trust and credibility among American citizens, or that she simply doesn’t care.
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ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 7 p.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m. CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth. 484-285-0040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935 Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610-262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610837-7517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., Sunday School 9:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sat. – Worship 6 p.m., Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m.
EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath Sun – Traditional and Contemporary at 9:30 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., 7 p.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7039 Sun. – Worship 9:30 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 Sun. – Worship 8:30 & 10 a.m., Sunday School 10 a.m. HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m. HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy days – Mass 7/9 a.m. & 5 p.m. HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593163 Sun. – Worship 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2227 Sun. – Mass 7:30/9:30/11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 6:30/7:30 a.m. 12:10 p.m. (Lent), Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.
ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. w/ child care. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton Sun. – Church School 9 a.m. and Worship 10:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Sat. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m.
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ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School stopped until September. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. KEY –W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC - Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, H/A – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School
RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 9:30 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – Worship in the Air Conditioned Fellowship Hall 9:30 AM (2nd and 4th Sunday of the month in the Church Grove). SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-8371061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m. ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593090. Sun. - Worship 9 a.m., Sat. Worship 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton Sun. – Worship 8:30 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. - Summer Worship 9:30 a.m.
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8 a.m. Holy Communion. 9:30 a.m. Service of the World
ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m.
MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Summer Worship 9:30 a.m. (with child care).
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Northampton Assembly of God
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Daniel E. Lundmark, Pastor • 610-262-0694 • pastor@NAOG.ws
Walking in Circles
A co-worker was telling me recently how studies have shown that when individuals do not have external reference points, they wander in circles. One study showed that those who walked in overcast conditions tended to walk in circles, but those who had the reference points of the sun or moon did a better job of walking fairly straight. Even though the individuals thought they were walking straight, without a point of reference, they just ended up going in circles. As we were talking about this natural phenomenon, I realized that there is an analogy to this in our lives as well. When individuals go through life with no point of reference, and they just “give it their best shot,” the tendency is to “walk in circles.” Even with the best intentions, if there isn't a point of reference, all of us will flounder. It's sad to see someone wander through life, but when we think of eternity, it's disastrous. Just “hoping” we will get to heaven, won't work. God's Word says, “There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” (Proverbs 14:12) What should our point of reference be for life? There are some things that we can rely on—some things that do not change. God and His Word are reliable. “Even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God.” (Psalm 90:2) “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and for ever.” (Hebrews 13:8) If we focus on things around us to try to keep our bearings, we will be in trouble. Philosophies come and go so quickly, and there is such rapid change all around us. But when we lift our eyes to the God of heaven and earth, we have found a point of reference that will not change and will not fade away. “The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.” (Isaiah 40:8) –Submitted by Melody Lundmark
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Obituaries Beryl M. Faryna
AUG. 19, 1926 – AUG. 26, 2016 Beryl M. Faryna, 90, formerly of Northampton, died on Friday, August 26. She was the wife of the late Michael Faryna, who died on November 8, 2009. She worked as a licensed practical nurse at Sacred Heart Hospital, Allentown for many years. Born August 19, 1926 in Grafton, NSW, Australia, she was a daughter of the late Wilfred and Adelaide (Ford) Taylor. She was a member of the former St. Lawrence the Martyr Church, North Catasauqua. Surviving are three children, Sheila Stasko, Adelaide Heist, and Robin Faryna; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two sons, Michael and John Faryna, and a brother, Paul Taylor. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday morning in the former St. Lawrence the Martyr Church, followed by entombment in Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary mausoleum in Northampton. Arrangements were by the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Fisher Church, 129 Third St., North Catasauqua, Pa.
Lorrie A. Franczak
MARCH 28, 1962 – AUG. 25, 2016 Lorrie A. Franczak, 54, of Bushkill Township, died on Thursday, August 25 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. She was the wife of Anthony D. Franczak for 35 years. A 1980 graduate of Phillipsburg High School, she worked in the quality assurance department of the former Info NXX, of Bethlehem, for 12 years. Lorrie than worked in customer service at Aetna of Allentown. Born March 128, 1962 in Easton, she was a daughter of the late Timothy and Kathryn (Boreski) Sullivan. Lorrie enjoyed cooking and was known for her kindness and thoughtfulness. She loved and
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cherished her family and grandkids. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Tara and Erin Franczak, both of Nazareth; two grandchildren; a sister, Michele Englehart, of Washington, N.J.; a brother, Stephen Sullivan, of Surprise, Ariz.; a brother-in-law, Bob Howell, of Stroudsburg; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and greatnephews. Preceding her in death was a son, Anthony D. Franczak, who died on May 23, 2016, and a sister, Diana Howell. A Memorial Mass was celebrated this (Thursday) morning in Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth, followed by burial with her son in the parish cemetery. Arrangements were by the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth. In honor of Lorrie’s kind and loving nature, her family asks that you perform an act of kindness to someone in need.
Kathryn E. Johnson
Kathryn E. (Bollinger) Johnson, 100, formerly of Palmerton and Schnecksville, died Wednesday, August 24 in Liza’s House personal care home, Danielsville. She was the wife of the late Albert L. Johnson, who died in 2002. She was an avid community volunteer, participating in the Meals on Wheels program, Palmerton Hospital Auxiliary, homecare and housekeeping for seniors. Born in the former Millport, Aquashicola, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Charlotte (Hittner) Bollinger. Kathryn was a member of Holy Trinity Evan. Lutheran Church, Palmerton. She enjoyed cooking for various Girl Scout summer camps, and was a pastry chef at the former Horsehead Inn, Palmerton. Her family would like to heartfully thank the entire staff of Liza’s House for their care and compassion of Kathryn. Surviving are two in daughters, Kathryn A. Vacco of upstate New York and Kathleen A. Rogers of Naples, Fla.; a son, Robert A. Johnson of Johnstown, N.Y.; seven grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; a brother, Delbert S. Bollinger, of North Catasau-
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qua; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Paul M. Bollinger. Funeral services were held Monday morning in Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, followed by interment in Jerusalem Lutheran Cemetery, Trachsville. Arrangements were by the Campton Funeral Home, Palmerton. Contributions may be made to the memorial fund of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 502 Lafayette Ave., Palmerton, PA 18071.
Peter S. Kearns
JULY 23, 1954 – AUG. 19, 2016 Peter Sean Kearns, 62, of Bath, died on Friday, August 19 while diving. He was the husband of Mary Ellen (Walsh) Kearns for 34 years. A graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison, N.J., he owned and operated Meineke Mufflers in Bethlehem for more than 30 years. He was a certified Master Scuba Diver, a horseman, fisherman, and a gun enthusiast. Born on July 23, 1954 in Plainfield, N.J., he was a son of Joan (Hamil) Kearns and the late Walter Kearns. Peter created an annual event, The Christmas Tree Toss, which raised money for charities supported by the chiefs of police of both Bethlehem Township and the City of Bethlehem. He was active in the Ancient Order of Hibernians and was the founding president of the Daniel Rice Division 1 in Bethlehem, named after the late Bethlehem police officer Daniel Rice. Peter also supported Project Children, which brought children whose parents were imprisoned in Northern Ireland to the U.S. each summer so they could escape the turmoil in their home country. He received an award in Belfast, Ireland from the Ballymurphy Community Center for his work on behalf and support of the Irish Political Prisoners Children’s Holiday Fund. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by two children, Sean Kearns and Kathleen Kearns; two sisters, Mary Gilroy and Patricia Patterson; inlaws, Peter and Rosemarie Walsh; nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceding him in death were two brothers, Walter Kearns, Jr. and Michael Kearns. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday morning in Holy Infancy Catholic Church, Bethlehem. Arrangements were by the John F. Herron Funeral Home, Bethlehem. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Parkinson’s Association or to Holy Infancy Catholic Church, 312 E. 4th St., Bethlehem, PA 18015.
Glendora P. McGinnis
JULY 19, 1963 – AUG. 21, 2016 Glendora P. McGinnis, 53, of Bath died suddenly Sunday, August 21 in Wilson Borough. She graduated in 1981 from Wilson High School, attended Northampton Community College, and for the past five years
has worked as an engineer for CenturyLink. Born July 19, 1963 in Wilson Borough, she was a daughter of Glendora Wenninger of Pen Argyl and the late Walter T. “Spin” Young. Glennie was a devoted and loving mother of a son, Michael P. McGinnis, of Bath. She always had an open ear and sound advice for her nieces and nephews, and she had a wit and sense of humor second to none. In addition to her mother and son, she is survived by a brother, Thomas Young; two sisters, Rebecca Werner and Melissa Ehrhardt. “Missy” asked that we all honor Glennie’s loving and giving nature by performing a random act of kindness. She was predeceased by her step-father, William J. Wenninger. Services were held on Friday night in the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Gift of Life Donbor Program, 402 N. 3rd St., Philadelphia,PA 19123, or to the Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton, PA 18042.
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ship and Ronald C. Silfies, Jr. of Clear Brook, Va.; two grandchildren; a sister, Lydia Williams, of Bethlehem; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Fritchman; nieces and nephews; and her pet dogs Kody and Emmy. She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Hailey Rose Markulics. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. You may remember Penny by playing Queen or Neil Diamond songs, working in your garden, and loving your family and pets. Contributions may be made to The Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton, PA 18042.
Marlene R. Stanat
SEPT. 16, 1943 – AUG. 26, 2016 Marlene R. Stanat, 72, of Nazareth, died on Friday, August 26 in the VNA Hospice House of St. Luke’s, Lower Saucon Township. She was the wife of Edwin R. Stanat for 45 years. She was employed by Kraemer Textile and Joe Saveri Sportswear, both in Nazareth, where she was a counting and packaging clerk for 30 years before retiring. She and her husband co-owned and operated Eddie’s Toy Museum & Store in Sciota, Pa. Born on September 16, 1943 in Bushkill Township, she was a daughter of the late Paul Schaadt and Arlene (Fehr) Garren. Although dedicated to her husband’s passion of toy collecting, Marlene also enjoyed going to the casinos. She was a member of Holy Cross Evan. Lutheran Church, Moorestown, and the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Patricia Nesfeder of Nazareth and Gail Bruch of Bushkill Township; a son, Wayne R. Bruch, Jr, of Nazareth; stepson, John Stanat, of Nazareth; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Charles Schaadt of DuBois, Pa., Bruce Schaadt and Dale Garren, both of Nazareth; three sisters, Paula Slingland of Easton, Cathy Ackerman of Nazareth, and Lori Shoemaker of Bangor; and many nieces and nephews.
MARCH 19, 1942 – AUG. 24, 2016 Priscilla A. “Penny” Silfies, 74, of Bushkill Township, died on Wednesday, August 24 in St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus, Bethlehem Township. She was the wife of the late Ronald C. Silfies, Sr. for 52 years before he died in 2012. A graduate of Nazareth High School, Penny was the office manager at Hendershot Door Systems in Nazareth for several years before retiring. Prior to that, she was employed by Nazareth Hardware and the former Andrews Dried Beef Co. in Nazareth. Born March 12, 1942 in Easton, she was a daughter of the late Augusta (Yeska) Rice and a stepdaughter of the late Harold Rice. Penny’s passion was designing and building miniature scenes as well as gardening and maintaining her property. She also held a special place in her heart for animals and cherished her pets. Surviving are her children, Tracy C. Markulics of Moore Town- Continued on page 13
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Also her pet dogs Smokey and Humpty, and a cockatoo, Dino. She was predeceased by an infant grandson, Derrick Bruch; a sister, Beverly Harden, and a brother, Richard Schaadt. Services will be held on Friday, Sept. 2 at 11:00 a.m. in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Entombment will follow in Northampton Memorial Shrine Cemetery, Palmer Township. Memorial contributions may be made to The Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton, PA 18042
Barbara J. Toth
FEB. 22, 1947 – AUG. 23, 2016 Barbara J. Toth, 69, of Lehigh Township, died on Tuesday, August 23 in the VNA Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township. She was the wife of Ronald J. Toth for almost 47 years. A 1965 graduate of Northampton High School, she was employed by the County of Northampton, Department of Human Services, where she served as a social worker for several years before retiring as supervisor of the Foster Care Division. Public service was an integral part of her professional career, as Barbara served one term as a board member of the Northampton Area School District, as well as chairman of the Citizens Drug Task Force. She also worked with the Alcohol Council of the Lehigh Valley and supported students against driving drunk. Born on February 22, 1947 in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Warren and Helen (Walbert) Fenstermaker. Her passion was horses, and she was a member of the Penn-Jersey Horse Show Association and the Blue Spruce Riding Club of the Lehigh Valley. Barbara was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution – Easton Chapter, and the Harley Owners Group. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Travis Toth, of Petersville; three grandchildren; a brother, Jack Fenstermaker, of Sinking Spring; a brother-in-law, Coleman Toth, of Harrisburg; nieces and nephews, and her precious horses, Toy and Mocha. She was predeceased by two sisters, Rebecca Schirmacher and Linda Wetherhold. Services will be private at the convenience of the family, as arranged by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
Golden Gleams
The vulgar estimate friends by the advantage to be derived from them.
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The History Corner Parade Inspection submitted by HARVEY HAUPT Pictured are the three sons of Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Haupt, from left to right Harvey, Walter and Harold. They belonged to the Nazareth American Legion Post 415 Son’s of the American Legion Drum and Bugle Corps. They were ready to board a
train leaving Nazareth to go to the New York World’s Fair in 1939 to play in the parade at the fair. The following month, Walter enlisted in the U.S. Army. After his basic training, he was stationed in Hawaii and was a survivor of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor Dec. 7, 1942.
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Creative Corner By KATHLEEN UNGER
One of a Series The Talent Show
When I was a senior in high school, my Girl Scout Troop decided to enter the high school talent contest. We didn’t have very much talent, so we decided to do something as a group. We
planned a dance to the song, “Dance Me Loose.” We got busy, each girl sewing her own outfit, which consisted of a checkered jumper over a white blouse. We wore matching bows in our hair and danced to the music played on a record player. We rehearsed for weeks before the show was to take place. There was Nancy, Dawn, Kathy, Kay, Joan and Pat. We had a lot of fun performing our “act.” I believe we came out with an honorable mention. That was the end of our dancing careers. We still get together once in awhile to reminisce about the good old days.
PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed For Labor Day submitted by SEAN BROWN
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, September 3, through Monday, September 5, in observance of Labor Day. Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services online through PennDOT's Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv. pa.gov. Driver and vehicle online services are available 24-hours-aday, seven-days-a-week and include driver's license, photo ID and vehicle registration renewals; driver-history services; changes of address; driver license and vehicle registration restoration letters; ability to pay driver license or vehicle insurance restoration fee; driver license and photo ID du-
plicates; and driver exam scheduling. There are no additional fees for using online services. A complete listing of PennDOT driver and photo license center closings in 2016 is available on the website by clicking on PennDOT Service Center Holiday Closings under the "Pressroom" tab at the bottom of the page. Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA. com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 770 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
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The Classifieds
Deadline: Monday at 12 Noon | Phone: 610-923-0382 | E-mail: Classified@HomeNewsPa.com The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. It is illegal to deny housing to families with children under 18 years of age unless the housing qualifies as "housing for older persons. There will be no refunds after a classified advertisement is placed and paid. If an ad runs erroneously at the fault of the paper, we will offer a complimentary ad in the next edition of the publication.
HELP WANTED $15 PER HOUR Telephone work. No cold calling. Paid training. Full time/ part time. Hourly + commission. FT benefits include vacation, sick time, paid holidays, profit sharing and medical plan. EOE. Call Jo: 610-266-9068. (9/15) EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, EMMANUELSVILLE (BATH), PA IS SEEKING A TALENTED, ENTHUSIASTIC CHURCH MUSICIAN TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP AND HELP TO GROW OUR DYNAMIC MUSIC MINISTRY Our ideal candidate needs exceptional skills in organ. Background in Lutheran worship is advantageous. Skills in choir direction (including handbells) and alternative worship are valued. Salary will be based on education, skills and experience. Hours: 10-20 hrs/week (hours negotiable). Position available: January 1, 2017. For full job descriptions, go to www.emmanuels.org/musician. To apply, please send (or email) cover letter, resume and references to: Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church Attn: Search Committee 3175 Valley View Drive Bath, PA 18014 610-837-1741 pastorbarrymitchell@gmail. com. (9/15) FORKLIFT Hiring Forklift Operators in Fogelsville. All shifts. $12/hr. Call Kristy at HTSS: 610-4324161; apply online at www.htssinc.com. (9/1) PACKERS First shift packers in Allentown and South Bethlehem. No exp. necessary. Temp to perm. $9/hr. Call Chelsea at HTSS: 610-432-4161 ext. 24; apply today at www.htss-inc.com. (9/1) PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES Start immediately. FT, PT and weekends available in Fogelsville. No exp. needed. $12/hr. Call Katie at HTSS: 610-4324161 ext. 16 or apply online at www.htss-inc.com. (9/1) PT HELP NEEDED Janitorial Service needs someone every Thursday and Sunday morning (Bath area), Tuesday evening bi-weekly (Bethlehem area) call 610-3814734. (9/15) GENERAL HELP WANTED Part-time, full-time, different shifts available. Packers, Bakers, Customer-Service positions. Apply in-person, Kiffle Kitchen Bakery Route 512, 4 miles north of Bath. (9/22)
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Marion CarpenterMayer, late of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northamtpon and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Rhiannon Emily Mayer, Executrix of the Estate of Marion Carpenter-Mayer. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to presesnt the same without delay to
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The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, September 8, 2016, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals: 1. Queen City Pizza, Inc., 155 Mickley Road, Whitehall, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 971 Main Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. M4NW2D-13-1A and is located in a C-2 Commercial District. Queen City Pizza would like to install a second wall sign at Domino’s Pizza. They are seeking an appeal, variance and/or interpretation to the number of permitted wall signs per establishment. Northampton Borough Zoning Ordinance page 250:35, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, §250-18 - Accessory structures and uses, Subsection K – Commercial and industrial signs, (1) Wall signs, (a) Shall be limited to one per establishment and shall be painted on or attached to the building pertaining to the use carried on within the building. 2. Richard and Suzanne Grosz, 1520 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 1520 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. L4SW3D-4-3 and is located in an R-1 Residential District. Mr. and Mrs. Grosz have erected a six-foot high fence six feet from the curb line on Hudson Court. They are seeking a variance to: Northampton Borough Zoning Ordinance page 250:31, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, §250-18 – Accessory structures and uses, Subsection H – Fence and wall accessory uses, (1) (b) [1] – Corner lot Setback requirements.
Rhiannon Emily Mayer c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064
All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant must attend.
Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (8/18-9/1)
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MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE HEARING/MEETING
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NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 2016
The regular monthly meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Moore Township Municpal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath PA. 18014. Specific items on the agenda include: 16-ZHB-675 An appeal of a Cease and Desist Order after Official Complaint filed, dated 6/24/16, The applicant(s), Lisa Hochrine and Dennis Warnken, applicant(s) of the property located at 2434 Keeler Rd, Bath, Moore Twp. Pa 18014 request the following relief: a variance to allow 2 horses to remain on the property that is smaller than the acreage requirment to maintain 2 horses. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: 200-22H (H-8)(4), as well as any other section in which relief may be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County PIN# J6-6-9D contains approximately 2.45 acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA). Jason L. Harhart Zoning Offcer Moore Township
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Juliann Edelman Zoning Officer
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, September 8, 2016, at six (6) p.m. to hear the following appeals: The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088. Appeal of Brad & Lauren Weinhofer – This is a continuation of the August 11, 2016, hearing where Brad and Lauren Weinhofer proposed the installation of a billboard to be located in the Industrial District on Parcel J2 4 1B 0516. Billboards are permitted by Special Exception subject to criteria of Section 180-63 and 180-119.C. In addition, Brand & Lauren Weinhoffer are requesting a variance of Section 180-63.C, Billboards shall be set back at least 100 feet from all land within a residential zone and all land upon which a residence exists. The site is located across from an A/RR zoning district. Applicant also requests a variance of any and all sections deemed necessary. Appeal of Kenneth Lee Daney—Kenneth Daney is applying for a variance to construct a single family dwelling on an existing vacant parcel, G3 2 20A 0516 along Blue Mountain Drive in the Resort Commercial Zoning District. Single family dwellings are not permitted in the RC zoning district per Section 180-18. Applicant also requests a variance of any and all sections deemed necessary.
Appeal of James Flakker— James Flakker is applying for a variance to construct an accessory structure in the front yard of his home located at 4162 Mountain View Drive, Walnutport, Parcel H3 1 11. The property is located in an A/RR Zoning District. Accessory structures are not permitted in the front yard per Section 180-16. E. Applicant also requests a variance of any and all sections deemed necessary. Craig and Anita Rothdeutsch—Craig and Anita Rothdeutsch are applying for a variance to construct an accessory structure in the front yard of their home located at 1002 Peach Drive, Danielsville, Parcel H3 22 11-7. The property is located in an A/RR Zoning District. Accessory structures are not permitted in the front yard per Section 180-16. E. Applicant also requests a variance of any and all sections deemed necessary Meetings are open to the public. All interested parties are welcome to attend & will have an opportunity to be heard Phil Malitsch Hanover Engineering, Interim Zoning Officer (8/25 & 9/1) PUBLIC NOTICE BOROUGH OF BATH NORTHAMPTON COUNTY Notice is hereby given that Borough of Bath Council will meet at 215 E. Main St., Bath, PA 18014, Bath Municipal Building, 2nd Floor, Council Chambers, on September 12, 2016, at 7 P.M. for the purpose of conducting a public hearing regarding the possible adoption of a proposed Ordinance summarized as follows: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF BATH (CODE) TO ADD ARTICLE III ENTITLED “RECOGNITION OF VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY” TO CHAPTER 87 (FIRE) OF THE CODE TO DESIGNATE BATH VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND AMBULANCE CORPS., INC., AS THE OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY FOR THE BOROUGH; TO ADD CHAPTER 88 ENTITLED “EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES” TO THE CODE TO DESIGNATE BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY AS THE OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES COMPANY FOR THE BOROUGH; REPEALER; CODIFICATION; AND EFFECTIVE DATE. The full text of the proposed Ordinance together with any attachments (if any) is available for public inspection without charge at the above referenced Bath Municipal Building, 1st Floor, Borough Office, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except on legal holidays. Copies will be provided upon payment of costs for copying. Bradford T. Flynn, Secretary Borough of Bath (9/1) MEETING NOTICE The Lehigh Twp Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on Wed, Sept. 14at 6:00 pm in the Municipal Bldg, 1069 Municipal Rd, Walnutport, Pa, for the purpose of conducting general business of the Commission. Alice A. Rehrig, Manager (9/1) NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 The Northampton Borough Planning Commission will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, September 14, 2016, starting at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, to review the following:
www.HomeNewsPA.com 1. Pennsylvania Venture Capital, Inc., 1177 North 6th Street, Whitehall, Pennsylvania, for the property located on 1464 Washington Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. M4NW2A-2-1 and is located in an R-3 Residential District. This plan is presented for review by the Planning Commission as referred to by the Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board at their meeting held, Thursday, July 14, 2016. This is a continuation from the meeting held August 10, 2016. All interested parties are invited to attend. A representative or the applicant must attend. LeRoy E. Brobst Borough Manager
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NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that WLC Enterprises, Inc., a Pennsylvania corporation, having its registered office at 161 Boro Vu Drive, Northampton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, 18067, intends to file Articles of Dissolution with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania Corporation law of 1988, as amended, and that the said corportation is winding up its affairs in the manner prescribed by said law, so that its corporate existence shall be terminated upon the filing of the Articles of Dissolution with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Attorney John L. Obrecht 1731 Main Street Northampton, PA 180671544 (9/1) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of JEAN ELIZABETH BALLIET, deceased, of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Robert F. Kleintop, Executor, on August 18, 2016. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Robert F. Kleintop, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (9/1-9/15)
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4-H Camp fosters personal growth and fun
submitted by KELLY BOND For many campers, their only suggestion to making 4-H Camp better is to have it be two weeks instead of five days. That’s pretty amazing for a group of 47 campers ages eight through 12 and 19 LIT’s (Leaders in Training) age 13-16 to say after spending a week in the woods without electricity. Over July fourth week, campers from Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Carbon Counties joined together at Camp Shehaqua in Pocono’s Hickory Run State Park. “Fun” is the first adjective youth use to describe 4-H Camp. The youth were led by 21 teen camp counselors under the supervision and guidance of 16 adult volunteer and paid staff. The Pennsylvania 4-H Program does not have a state 4-H campground site, so each camp program rents facilities for its weeklong residential program. Our group takes advantage of the beautiful setting of the Poconos for a camping experience complete with a pool, low ropes course, archery range, and professional chefs, yet keeping a rustic charm in small log cabins. Connect with nature Environmental Science programming is the hallmark of the 4-H Camp experience. Each year the camp focuses workshops and activities on a different environmental science topic. Engaging hands-on inquiry based activities help youth discover their natural world and their place in it. In 2016, the focus was on Treetops. When asked to list something new
they learned about nature, 92% of 64 campers were able to list at least one thing. “Oak trees live 100 years.” “Mountain Laurel is our state flower.” Make new friends Making new friends is one of the most often mentioned benefits of attending 4-H Camp. Campers come from five counties and many different school districts. Sometimes a camper knows no one else on the first day of camp; other times campers are reconnecting with peers they only have the opportunity to see once a year at camp. Surveys tell us that campers do indeed make new friends. The 2016 survey data revealed that 98% of the 64 campers made new friends, and 69% indicated they made five or more new friends. In addition to developing new friends, a sense of belonging is achieved. We often feel as though each year we develop a new “Camp Family.” The bonds are very strong because of the great relationship building camp provides. In fact, 72% of campers reported that they feel like they have, “a whole lot,” become part of a camp family. Develop personal responsibility One of the benefits parents can look forward to is campers’ growth in personal responsibility. Campers have the opportunity to take responsibility for their own learning and self-care at camp under the supportive guidance of their counselors. Each evening campers select from an engaging list of activities they might like to
try during activity time. air rifle, archery, swimming, crafts, nature hike, sports, and games are just some of the choices. Those who are early risers can choose to do a polar bear swim, nature hike, or sports during Early Bird Activities. Caring for their personal belongings, tidying up their bunk and personal hygiene are all responsibilities campers complete without Mom or Dad to remind them. Parents respond that 4-H Camp is a “good chance to be on their own, away from home, and learning to take responsibility” for themselves. During cabin conversations each evening, counselors lead campers in discussions that start with goal setting, monitor progress, success and strategize for further success. Cabin conversations is also the setting for the development of the chart of cabin responsibilities/
rules, a group developed contract the cabin group has with one another for self-accountability. This year, 88% of campers “I was awesome” when asked how well they did following the “Cabin Rules.” Many campers select independent living skills as their personal camper goals at the start of the week. Of course they don’t realize they are developing their own sense of responsibility. They just
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know that making their bed and helping to win the clean cabin award are good goals to chart. Campers also select activities they like to try as goals such as waking up early to try an Early Bird Activity, zipping down the zip line, or shooting a bow and arrow. Quantification of the 2016 camper’s independent living skills showed that the goals were reached at an impressive rate. 75% of campers made decisions for themselves (food choices, use of free-time, etc.) “a whole lot.” 92% reported picking out their own outfit and getting dressed “a whole lot.” 98% of campers were able to keep track of their own supplies, such as flashlights, “a whole lot.” Part of a team Teamwork is encouraged at 4-H Camp. Campers are part of cabins, cabin units, workshop groups, and tribes. Each group is a different mix, encouraging the development of social skills and teamwork. Campers are asked to describe a challenge they were able to accomplish with the support of fellow campers or counselors. Statements such as, “not being shy,” and, “not going home” for a homesick camper, speak volumes about the supportive nature and personal growth of 4-H Camp. License # PA003267
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