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From the Publisher’s Desk
Joe Korba
Well, another year down for the Gazette. I, of course, appreciate all of the readers and businesses that keep this publication going. This last year has flown by; it’s amazing that we have been in our new office for the entirety of 2015 already. I’d like to wish all of our readers a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us here at the Gazette: Paul and Lisa Prass, Tony Pisco, Danielle Tepper, Christine Stroh, Catherine Stroh, and Donna Bachman. Thanks for helping us do what we love year after year. I hope you all enjoy this edition.
Contents:
Page 10 - Community Calendar Page 20 - Blue Mtn.’s Best Page 27 - Animals Gone Viral Page 28 - Christmas Spread Page 40 - Cooking with Cat
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Red Cross Asks For Blood Donations This Holiday Season Submitted by BETH TOLL The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to end the year with real meaning by donating blood for hospital patients in need. Holiday activities, severe weather and seasonal illnesses, like the flu, can pull people away from their regular blood donation schedules. This creates a greater need for blood donations this time of year, especially around the winter holidays. To encourage donations, all those who come to donate Dec. 23, 2015, through Jan. 3, 2016, will get a long-sleeve Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. Jamie Czesak made her first blood donation on Dec. 27, 2013. “As I spent Christmas with my family, I realized how lucky I was to have my health and how we never really know when our last Christmas will be. I decided that I would face my fears and do one of the few things I can do to help save someone's life—donate blood.” Healthy donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with types AB, O, B negative and A negative. To make an appointment to donate blood, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor
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No Room?
The The Gospel Gospel of of Luke Luke records records the the following following about about the the birth birth of of Jesus:“She brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in Jesus:“She brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; becausehim there swaddling clothes, and him(Luke in a 2:7). manger; because there was no room for them in laid the inn” No room for Jesus, the of God? Why? was(Luke no poorly planned God wasSon no room for them in This the inn” 2:7). No roomevent! for Jesus, moved to order world-wide decree precisely the Sontheofemperor God? Why? Thisa was no poorly planned event!timing God the birth of His Son in Bethlehem in order to fulfill a prophecy made moved the beforehand,“But emperor to orderthou, a world-wide decree preciselythough timing 700 years Bethlehem Ephratah, the His among Son in Bethlehem in order fulfill ayet prophecy thoubirth be of little the thousands of to Judah, out ofmade thee shallyears he come forth unto me that Bethlehem is to be ruler in Israel;though whose 700 beforehand,“But thou, Ephratah, goings been of old,offrom everlasting” thou beforth little have among the from thousands Judah, yet out of(Micah thee 5:2). Had God forgotten to make a reservation at the inn? Hardly! shall he come forth untoofme beSon rulerto in Israel;our whose Did God plan this aspect thethat birthisoftoHis illustrate tengoings havesobeen of old, everlasting” (Micah dency toforth become busy from with our own from activities that we have no roomHad for God Him forgotten in our lives? Theaprophet Isaiah rejec5:2). to make reservation at foretold the inn?the Hardly! tion Jesus, despised of men…we DidofGod plan“He thisisaspect of theand birthrejected of His Son to illustratehid ouras ten-it were our faces from him…we esteemed him not” (Isaiah 53:3). dency become so busy with our activities that we WhentoJesus came, the world had own no room for Him, “Hehave was no in room for Him our lives? The prophet Isaiah the rejecthe world, andin the world was made by him, andforetold the world knew him not” (John 1:10). Even Hisand ownrejected people,of Israel, had no tion of Jesus, “He is despised men…we hidroom as it for Him! came unto his own, and his him ownnot” received not” were our“He faces from him…we esteemed (Isaiahhim 53:3). (v.11). However, there were those who made room for Jesus in for Him, “Hetowas in When Jesus came, world noas room their hearts and lives,the “But as had many received him, them the world, and the world was the world knew gave he power to become themade sons by of him, God”and (v.12). Is there room 1:10). for Jesus your life? JesusIsrael, is at the door your him not” (John EveninHis own people, had noofroom heart right“He now saying, “Behold, I stand at the and knock: for Him! came unto his own, and his owndoor, received him not”if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to (v.11).(Revelation However, there those whoalready made room for will Jesusyou in him” 3:20).were If you haven’t done so, their and lives, “Butnow as and many as Him received to life? them openhearts your heart to Jesus give room him, in your
gave he power to become the sons of God” (v.12). Is there room for Jesus in your life? Jesus is at the door of your heart right now saying, “Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him” (Revelation 3:20). If you haven’t already done so, will you open your heart to Jesus now and give Him room in your life?
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Meet The Staff
When it comes time to deck the halls in your home, what are some of your favorite trinkets and how long have you had them? Joe Korba, Associate Publisher
My wife and I are just starting to accumulate decorations of our own, but my parents always insist on hanging my Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stocking up in their house every year. I probably got that thing in ‘88 or ‘89 and it’s been displayed ever since. It has gone from embarrassing to a charming Christmas tradition.
Danielle Tepper, Editor
I’m not sure when it started, but I got a collector’s Barbie ornament on my birthday every year for practically 20 years. I never even played with Barbie as a kid, but I liked her delicate little dresses and the sparkle and pizazz she added to the tree. Now there’s so many of them that it’s become quite the challenge to spread them all out. I still like them—she became an accidental tradition and I’ve amassed quite a collection. It’s fun to see how she evolved over the years.
them go back to preschool or even a short stint in daycare. The oldest of them is about 26 years old.
Catherine Stroh, Publishing Assistant
My favorite collectable items in our home are Kristmas Krinkles by Patience Brewster. They are so unique, whimsical, delicate, and intricate. Every ornament is so different; each one is extremely special, therefore so fun to collect. I can’t wait to get them out of their ornament boxes every Christmas to ogle over all of them. I don’t even remember when we were introduced to the silly Krinkles, but Christmas has never been the same since!
Tony Pisco, Art Director
I have a snowman tin that was one of the first presents I ever got for my wife so it’s always nice to see that out for the holidays.
Donna Bachman, Accounting Manager
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Baby Boy Born! Matthew Joshua Hahn was born on October 12, 2015. Matthew weighed 8 pounds and 5 ounces and was 19 and a half inches in length. Matthew’s family includes proud parents, Joshua and Sherie Hahn, big sister Allison Hahn and big brother Nathan Hahn of Walnutport. Grandparents are Dennis and Donna Fritzinger of Danielsville and Gary and Cathy Hahn of Walnutport. GreatGrandparents are Lillian Bachman of Walnutport, Richard Nikisher of Walnutport and Patricia Walk of Aquashicola.
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Community Calendar EVERY THURSDAY • Good Shepherd Church of Slatington playgroup (1st & 3rd), 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5. FMI, 610-760-1687. • Schnecksville Sr. Citizens Club, 12 p.m. at Schnecksville Fire Co. FMI, 610-769-7570. • Polka, Laurel Fire Co. (3rd & 4th) 5 to 7 p.m. FMI, 610-2622077. • Rotary Club of Slatington meeting, Woodstone Country Club, 6:15 p.m. FMI, 484-9512468. • Al-Anon Family Group, St. John’s UCC in Palmerton, from 7 to 8 p.m. FMI, 570861-4928 • American Legion Aux. of Slatington at Legion (1st), 7:30 p.m. FMI, 610-760-1098. • PA German Friends meeting (3rd), St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Allentown. FMI, 610-264-2979. • GriefShare, 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lehighton. FMI, 570-3869960. EVERY FRIDAY • Preschool Story Hour, Palmerton Library 10:30 a.m. • Mom, Pop and Tot class from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Northampton Rec. Center. Toddler based activities/ group activities - FMI 610502-2990 or reccenter@rcn. com EVERY SATURDAY • Cancer Connections Group Meeting, Bethany Wesleyan Church (3rd Sat.) 10 a.m. • Forgotten Felines Cat and Kitten Adoptions, 12 to 4 p.m. 6022 Mountain Rd., Germansville. FMI 610-7609009.
EVERY SUNDAY • Learning, Experience & Discipleship classes, Bethany Wesleyan 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. • Recreational Coed Volleyball (ages 15 and up), Bethany Wesleyan gym beginning at 6:00 p.m. FMI 610-767-1239. EVERY MONDAY • Book Club, Palmerton Library (3rd Monday) 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. • Quilters Club at St. Peter’s UCC, Northampton. 1 to 4 p.m. FMI 610-837-7426. • Knitting Club, Palmerton Library (1st Monday ) 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. • Knitting for Veterans, Bath Legion 6 to 9 p.m. • TOPS, Dinkey Church, Ashfield 5:30 p.m. FMI 610852-2976. • Competitive Coed Volleyball (ages 15 and up), Bethany Wesleyan gym 6:30 p.m. FMI 610-767-1239. • Al-Anon Family Group/ Serenity Seekers, United Methodist Church, Aquashicola/Palmerton, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. FMI 484-4779697. EVERY TUESDAY • TOPS, Zion UCC, Lehighton. 4:30 p.m. FMI 610-657-1025. • ALATEEN support group for teens of family struggling w/ alcohol. Faith Alive Church, Palmerton/ Bowmanstown, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Adult Al-Anon and AA meetings, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. FMI 570-730-8601. • Senior Strength and balance class, Northampton
Borough Rec. Center. 1 to 1:45 p.m. free with Silver Sneakers. FMI 610-502-2990 or reccenter@rcn.com. EVERY WEDNESDAY • Preschool story hour, Slatington Library 11 a.m. • Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Library 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. FMI 610-760-0207. • Alzheimer’s Support Group, St. John’s Lutheran Church, Jim Thorpe. 6:30 p.m. (1st & 3rd) FMI 610-392-2380. • Homework Helpers, Palmerton Library 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. FMI 610-826-4962. • Nar-Anon Meetings Holy Cross Lutheran Church 696 Johnson Rd. (off Rte 946) Nazareth, 7:30 p.m. SPREAD THE WORD: The Blue Mtn. Town & Country Gazette is pleased to offer listings at no charge to you for FREE community events, programs, and meetings. This space is limited and reserved for those events that offer 100% free attendance and participation. If you would like to list your free event, please mail/email it to us or drop it at our office Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Placing your yard sale/flea market classified ad is easy too! Just visit our website at www. townandcountrygazette.com.
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Galen Glen Winery News
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Submitted by KATHLEEN MATSON Visitors to the Pub by Wegmans on Tilghman Street in Allentown can now enjoy local wine while dining. As one peruses the wine list they will see that the list features wines from many countries but only one local winery is featured. Wegmans is known for featuring local farmer's products in their stores and Galen Glen is well-known for farming wine. Featuring a locally-farmed wine is a natural fit. The Pub by Wegmans features chef-developed, fresh, seasonal-ingredient menus. They offer lunch, dinner, snacks, specials and entertainment on the weekends. Currently, three of Galen Glen's award winning wines are available by the glass or bottle at The Pub, Semidry Riesling, Winter Mountain White and Cellar Red. Each wine compliments a variety of menu items. The Pub is located at 3900 Tilghman Street in Allentown and open seven days a week, accepts reservations and, offers daily specials. Galen Glen also announces a special "Wine Wednesday" celebration taking place every Wednesday during the month of December. They are inviting guests to come and relax in their newly-enclosed and heated pavilion while taking a break from the hectic holiday rush. Pairings will change weekly. Reservations are not required.
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Slatington Library News
Submitted by LOUISE BECHTEL Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the staff and board members of the Slatington Library. We wish to thank everyone for their support throughout this past year and we are looking forward to a bigger and better new year. The library is raffling off a new Lottery Basket. Tickets are $2/ticket or 3 tickets for $5. The winner will be drawn on January 4 of the new year. Preschool story hour, fall session, is over. The next session will begin in March. Watch the Gazette for information. The Slatington Library’s book club will meet on Monday, January 4 at 1 p.m. The book chosen for this month is Shanghai Girls by Lisa See. All are welcome. Please contact the library for more information. As a Christmas gift, the library is waiving all fees for overdue books for the rest of the month of December. If you have overdue books, please place them in the book return – no questions asked. The library is holding a $1/bag sale. Books, puzzles, videos, audio books, anything you can fit in a bag is $1. The library takes donations of books. We do not take encyclopedias, National Geographic
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magazines, or Reader’s Digest condensed books. Library hours are Monday and Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; closed Thursday and Sunday. Contact us at 610 767-6461. For all Slatington Library information, visit our website at www.slatelibrary.com.
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Palmerton Community Blood Drive 1/5/16
Submitted by GEORGE ASHMAN Miller-Keystone Blood Center will conduct its first 2016 Palmerton community blood drive on Tuesday, January 5 at the First United Church of Christ, next to Palmerton Boro Hall. To accommodate commuters, registration time will be extended until 6:30 p.m. As usual, registration will open at 11:30 a.m. This drive is sponsored by Janet Snyder. The need for blood usually increases during the winter, owing to illness, accidents, etc., while donations typically decrease. We encourage college students and others home for the holidays to give us one hour of their time, and a pint of their blood, to save up to three lives. Anyone over 17, weighing at least 110 pounds, and in general good health, who has not donated since November 10 is eligible. Palmerton is fortunate to have a number of "regulars" who donate at nearly every blood drive, but we need additional donors to meet our goal. For more information or to make an appointment, call George Ashman at 610-826-2097 or email gashman@ptd.net. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Northern Lehigh Community Center Gives Thanks
Submitted by MICHELLE RABER The Northern Lehigh Community Center Board of Directors would like to thank all of the community members who have given donations in our current 2015-16 fund drive and throughout this past year. We are busy behind the scenes continuing to raise money to finish our building for you to use for recreation, education, and social events. We just had our Christmas celebration with the Adult Stretch class at the Diamond Fire Company on Dec. 7. Santa came and a delicious lunch was served after exercising. If you haven't tried this class yet, we meet every Monday and Friday at 10 a.m. year round at the Diamond Fire Company. Our terrific instructor is Amy Hillanbrand. Yoga will help you relax every Thursday evening at 6 p.m. at the Peters Elementary school on Friedens Road. Have a healthy holiday and New Year! Come join us at our next public NLCC meeting on Jan. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Vigilant Fire Company on Walnut St. in Slatington.
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Hokendauqua Chapter Of Trout Unlimited Fly-Tying Classes
Submitted by ALFRED HERMAN An eight-week fly-tying class will be conducted by the Hokendauqua chapter of Trout Unlimited on consecutive Saturdays from January 9 to February 27 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Northampton Middle School. Classes include a manual, all materials, and in-class use of fly-tying tools. The cost is $30 for the eight sessions for those over the age of 18—free to those under 18 and to those who are active or disabled veterans. There is no greater feeling than catching fish on a fly that you’ve tied yourself or that your son or daughter will tie for you. For more information, call Dale Ott at 610262-7598.
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swimming pool are still available for purchase. The memorial plaza will be the center of the secondary campus and the brick paver area is now scheduled for completion by September 2016 when all the construction in that area has been completed. The Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation is sponsoring the “Buy a Brick” fundraiser and all proceeds from paver sales will be used to supplement and enhance Northampton Area School District K-12 education programs. More details and information about engraving, sizing, and pricing of the brick pavers are available at www.konkretefoundation.org or by contacting Bill Conner, Foundation President, at connerw66@ msn.com.
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St. Peter’s UMC Events
Submitted by SHARLEEN CROSSETT Mark your calendars for a unique Christmas Eve service at 7 p.m. Come out and listen and watch as the unchanging Christmas story is told. We would like to thank everyone who has come out and supported the activities throughout the past year and to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May God continue to bless your families, friends and loved ones. Tuesday morning Bible study at 10 a.m. is on the Book of Revelation. Wednesday evening Bible study at 7 p.m. is on Paul’s Epistles to the Romans. During the holidays, please check for scheduling. Sunday school is held for all ages at 9 a.m. Our Blended Worship service is at 10:15 a.m. each Sunday. Communion is observed on the first Sunday of each month. AWANA is at 6 p.m. and Youth group at 7:30 p.m. Interested in Scouting? Our Brownie troop meets Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and our Cub Scouts meet Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Be sure to check out our website and Facebook for dates on fundraisers, such as hoagies, pierogies, and dinners. We continue to collect cell phones, used ink cartridges, aluminium cans, Turkey Hill milk caps,
and used clothing. All items may be dropped on the porch. Whether you’re looking for a place to worship or would just like to participate in our church activities, you can always contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450, check us out at www.STPetersUMCEmerald.com, or look for us on Facebook.
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6th Annual Running Of The Nuts 5K Run/Walk Submitted by ROBERT STETTNER Under brisk but sunny weather conditions, over 30 runners came to Slatington to participate in the 6th Annual Running of the Nuts 5K Run and Walk held on Saturday, November 21. Racers gathered at the Slatington Trailhead and headed south on the D&L Trail after Slatington Mayor Walter Niedermeyer began the race at 10 a.m.
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Northern Lehigh Baseball League Sign-Ups
Submitted by RICK KISTLER Northern Lehigh Baseball League welcomes those interested in playing Youth Baseball to come to the Emerald Fire Company to sign up on the following dates: Saturday, January 9 from 10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, January 12 and Wednesday, January 13 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ages 5 and 6 are T-Ball, ages 7 and 8 are Grasshopper (coach and youth pitch), ages 9 and 10 are Biddy, ages 11 and 12 are Midget, ages 13 through 15 are Knee-Hi. All parents are greatly encouraged to sign up on these dates. Questions can be addressed by email NLBL2016@yahoo.com.
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A look back at the best of the best ... By Danielle S. Tepper There’s a quote by Henry Luce that I really like which says, “I became a journalist to come as close as possible to the heart of the world.” That’s the idea I had in mind when I first pitched this feature to Joe just three short months after I began working for the Gazette. I’ve always had roots in community journalism, starting even before my career did. When my university didn’t offer any classes in print media for my final semester as a senior, I sought out an internship-for-credit with the local newspaper. In 2012, I spent a year freelancing for an online newspaper that happened to cover the exact area in NJ where I had been born and raised. And then I found myself here. I got to dabble in my hometown a bit for our sister paper, The Home News, and I grew to love putting the Gazette together, specifically when it meant going out and getting to know the members of this unique community. To me, the heart of the world rests in all the little hard-working hands of a million different communities. There are so many people doing wonderful things to help each other in this area. I’ve been inspired by so many stories. While I will miss working on this piece every month, I still welcome nominations from our readers. If there is someone who deserves to be recognized, by all means, send them our way. In the meantime, read up on these 27 people and organizations who are right in your backyard. The opportunities to donate or lend a hand are endless.
Who: Darin Weidner What: Volunteer firefighter Where: Klecknersville Vol. Fire Co. in Bath When: October 2013 Why: BMB kicked off during National Fire Prevention Month, so we decided to introduce the community to a man who has devoted his entire life to putting himself literally in the line of fire. On his experience as Pit Fire Supervisor at Pocono Speedway: “You’re right in the middle of it. Guys are throwing wheels over your head. When a car drops down, if you turn your head for a second, there’s a chance of catching a lug nut to the face. It’s the excitement.”—Darin Weidner Who: Anthony George What: 15-day summer trip with People-to-People Where: From Cherryville to Sydney and back When: November 2013 Why: Anthony’s mother Jeanine contacted us and I thought his story was one other kids might use to become involved with P-to-P
themselves. On making friends in a foreign country: “Kids there are really the same as us, just from a different place with a different accent.”—Anthony George
Who: Jake Marunich What: A high school student with a championship title in drag racing. Where: Slatington
When: December 2013 Why: His sister, impressed with his achievements, reached out on his behalf. On the advantage of racing at Numidia Dragway: “You meet so many people from all around the country at each race. People will travel the whole weekend just to come to this track, because it’s the nicest location in the area.”—Jake Marunich Who: Nick Pope What: A runner tackling monthly races in the name of brain-injured children. Where: England originally, now Pen Argyl When: January 2014 Why: Nick’s selfless dedication to running marathons to raise money he’ll never see was truly inspiring. On how he keeps moving: “It’s willpower; you either have it or you don’t. This was never on my bucket list, it’s not something I dreamt of. But I have to do it. You either want to or you don’t. You’ve got to do it, because if you stop, it’s like anything else—you can’t just not feel like it.”—Nick Pope
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Who: Robert Berger and Michelle Raber What: Northern Lehigh Community Center Where: Slatingon When: February 2014 Why: A decades-long project is finally approaching fruition. On why they’ve been working so hard for so long: “When I came here and saw the kids who don’t play organized sports; they have nothing to do. That drove me to work on this project, to help them.” —Michelle Raber Who: Ned Richards What: WALN radio DJ Where: Allentown When: March 2014 Why: Celebrating 45 years in radio broadcasting On bringing rockand-roll to radio: “There was a Presbyterian minister who said ‘the devil has arrived in Belfast’ when I started. He complained week after week that I was some long-haired hippie from Woodstock. So three weeks later, I went to his church in a shirt and tie with my short hair and I sat and listened to his service. Afterward, he came up to me and said, ‘young man, this is the first time I’ve seen you here, can I ask you your name?’ And I said, ‘Satan.’ He didn’t know what to say!”—Ned Richards Who: Roger “Corky” Sell What: Owner/operator of Slatington Airport Where: Slatington When: April 2014 Why: Corky has an extensive aviation background that started with his first solo flight at age 16. On owning his own plane: “I can fly whenever I want, that’s what’s nice about it. I’ll take a plane out and fly around for 20-30 minutes over the Poconos. I call them mental health flights, because you come back and life’s great.”—Corky Sell Who: Scott Ellis What: Devoted biker aiming to raise $100K for multiple sclerosis Where: Danielsville When: May 2014 Why: Scott participates in 4-5 bike rides a year to raise money for MS research.
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On continuing to bike even past his dad’s death: “Everybody has their connection to whatever disease and mission in life and MS is just mine. It took my dad at 65. It took him long before that. The first year I don’t do it is gonna feel weird; I’ll feel guilty as hell. That’s the way I am.”—Scott Ellis Who: Gene Salvatore What: President of Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 855 Where: Slatington When: June 2014 Why: Gene advocates strongly for the EAA Young Eagles program ... and has been known to give a Gazette editor a joy ride now and then. On why small planes and airports still matter: “When you create a mile of roadway, you can go a mile. When you open up a mile of runway, the entire world can come to you. And people don’t realize this, that you still have to learn to fly the little airplanes before you can fly the big airplanes.”—Gene Salvatore Who: Becky’s Drive-In What: One of the longest-running and most popular drive-in movie theaters in the Lehigh Valley Where: Walnutport
When: July 2014 Why: The history of the Beck family and how Becky’s got to be what it is today was a perfect summer story. On the ever-lasting appeal of a drive-in: “First, we’re cheaper than most indoor houses with reasonable prices both for tickets and food. Then you’re getting two movies for the price of one. And I also think it’s nice that kids can come in their PJs. During the first movie, they might be a little rambunctious, but by the second one, they’re passed out and Mom and Dad can enjoy some quiet time.”—Cindy Beck-Deppe Who: Slatington Public Library What: A place for book lovers to meet since 1936 Where: Slatington When: August 2014 Why: Slatington’s librarians are always trying to find ways to make ends meet in order to keep books Continued on Page 22
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available to the community. On why libararies are still relevant in the digital age: “I think we’re accessible and user-friendly and free and it’s so varied. That’s what keeps it interesting. On any given day, I could be doing IT or cataloging or checking people out … and I want to find homes for all the books. I just want to get books into hands.”—Louise Bechtel Who: Martin Guitar What: The guitarmaking legend and pride of Nazareth Where: Nazareth (and Africa) When: September 2014 Why: The music mogul partnered with The Nature Conservancy in an admirable attempt to slow the demand for ivory and spread awareness about elephant protection. On their progress and impact so far: “The key is, we can get all excited in America and we can give all this money, but we can’t legislate what goes on in Africa. What has to happen is, the people in Asia have to realize where the ivory’s coming from. Right now, they’re in denial. It’s a work in progress, but I am hearing that word is getting out in China that you should be embarrassed for using ivory.” —Chris Martin Who: Fiorella ReginelliMirabito What: Mayor of Bath Where: Bath When: October 2014 Why: As a breast cancer survivor herself, Fi orchestrated Turn Bath Pink, a monthlong volunteer-driven fundraiser. On her love for her little town: “This is where my parents made their money, this is where I grew up, this is where I became involved with Girl Scouts and the choir. And when you go through something like breast cancer, everything changes, especially what you’re thankful for. I’m thankful for this. I’m thankful for my business, that I’ve raised two sons here. I am eternally forever grateful for this place.”—Fi Mirabito
Who: Humble Hearts of Hope What: Nonprofit organization that sends monthly care packages to deployed troops Where: Nazareth
When: November 2014 Why: HHFH is committed to providing soldiers, as well as their families left at home, with the things they need for daily life. On what they do and how they’re able to do it: “Many of these women don’t want their husbands to worry when they’re away; we helped someone who had lost her job by giving her groceries. When he came home for the weekend, the kitchen was full. We’ve paid rent, utilities, given gift cards for food. We post these stories on Facebook and the community is just so generous.”—Brenda Detweiler Who: Carbon CART (County Animal Response Team) Carbon What: chapter of a state-wide emergency animal service
Where: Carbon County When: December 2014 Why: Many people aren’t aware that there is someone to call if, say, a car accident has both human and animal victims. On how their situational impact relies on teamwork: “You have to be confident in your group. We’re getting to see our goals of working with different organizations in the county come true, with our fire and police and rescues. It’s just starting to happen for all of us. Part of helping people and their animals is having the confidence of knowing what we’re doing, otherwise it’s just chaos. We work to serve. You have to work with people if you work with animals.”—Michelle Beckett Who: Blue Mountain’s Best What: A retrospective round-up of all BMB subjects since its October 2013 inception.
Where: N/A When: January 2015 Why: To showcase how many wonderful newsworthy people and organizations are in our area.
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Who: American Heart Association of the Lehigh Valley What: Local chaper of this non-profit organization in the United States that fosters appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke. Where: Allentown When: February 2015 Why: Women should be educated about their heart health and it’s important to know that an informative organization is nearby. On the importance of acknowledging symptoms: “We find women are more prone to ignore it, because we’re the one who takes care of everybody, the kids, husband, animals, we’re going to work, so we ignore everything. We try to tell people, don’t—because you could die. And there is no prejudice to heart disease; it hits us all.”—Denise Sellers Who: Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley What: Local chapter of this international nonprofit that helps the underprivileged achieve
their own homes. Where: Allentown When: March 2015 Why: To spread the word that Habitat doesn’t “give houses away,” but rather works with those in need to build themselves a place to call their own. On how to help if you’re not that handy: “Some people think you have to know your way around a hammer and nails, but there are other ways to help. Just call us and we’ll help you find the right fit.” —Melissa Siegfried Who: Brittney Chuyko What: Humane officer through Sanctuary at Haafsville Where: Lehigh County When: April 2015 Why: If you witness an animal in need of assistance, veterinary care, or a new loving home, there’s someone to call in a quick pinch. On the viscious circle of overpopulation and no-kill shelters: “’No kill’ should mean that you’re euthanizing for medical purposes
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or aggressive issues, not because you’re running out of space. In my eyes, I can’t risk another life. If you take one shot with an aggressive dog, it may go after another animal or a person. I’d rather not see anyone get hurt and I’d rather not see that animal put in a cage for the rest of its life.”—Brittney Chuyko Who: Lehigh Gap Nature Center What: Local nonprofit dedicated to conservation awareness. Where: Slatington When: May 2015 Why: This small nonprofit works hard to ensure the future of our local environment. On the ripples our choices have on wildlife: “We try to get people to reconsider how they grow their lawn. Turf grass is the largest crop in the country. We have more lawn than corn and it’s not a great habitat. In fact, most of it is toxic from people over-fertilizing. You know, 96% of birds feed bugs to their babies, not seed. If our grass kills the bugs, we’re hurting our bird population. Around here, we think beauty is nature that’s working.”—Dan Kunkle Who: Lehigh Valley Zoo What: 29 acres of wildlife open year -round. Where: Schnecksville When: June 2015 Why: More than 300 miles of over 125 species live right in your neighborhood, plus there are all the educational programs and special events you could want. On why a winter visit to the zoo is just as important as a summer one: “It costs $1,900 a day to feed and care for all of our animals. We’re open year-round, but not many people visit during the winter. We still need to feed and care for the animals, even when it’s cold. I encourage everyone to visit at least once a season. The animals are so much more playful in the snow! In the fall, the foliage is incredible. No day is the same around here; you get a different experience every time you come.”—Alan Raisman Who: Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley What: The Valley’s only nonprofit organization working to eliminate domestic violence through empowerment, education and engagement. Continued on Page 24
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Where: Allentown When: July 2015 Why: To let local women in need of a helping hand know that there is a place to go. On knowing when to speak up: “The most important thing we tell people is that they need to have the courage to help, to be advocates and ambassadors for awareness. Be on the lookout for friends and family members in trouble. We want to get those people into a safe place, so they can be strong and live a healthy life. Turning Point is that place for them.” —Sharon Vidmar McCarthy Who: Peaceable Kingdom What: A nonprofit nokill animal shelter that hosts regular adoption events. Where: Whitehall When: August 2015 Why: To highlight the never-ending struggle of animal rescue work. On remaining positive in the face of obvious cruelty: “I can’t say it’s not stressful, and let me tell you, working in animal rescue, you really see the bad of humanity. I feel like it changes you. But you know what you’re doing. Every time we see a pet go to their forever home, making someone happy, that’s the reward.”—Kathy Tomecek Who: Blue Mountain Ski Area What: The Valley’s premier
destination for winter fun. Where: Palmerton When: September 2015 Why: Blue offers so much more than skiing and tubing and their big plans for future expansion will certainly interest long-time visitors. On their proposed plans for summer amenities: “It’ll be more relaxing; less concrete and slides, more spa and lazy river. We really want it to have a resort-type feel to it. Less “thrill,” more ‘let’s go play disc golf and then cool off by the pool.’ We really want that woods-y, lodge-y feel to it as opposed to industrial waterpark.”—Tricia Matsko
Who: Town & Country Gazette What: Local newspaper read by over 11,000 residents in Carbon, Lehigh, and Northampton counties. Where: Walnutport When: October 2015 Why: We celebrated our 30th year of serving the community with an open house at our office and a commemorative issue of the paper. Who: Through These Hands What: Local nonprofit that collects medical supplies to send to developing countries. Where: Slatington When: November 2015 Why: Hospitals and nursing homes in the area should know that there is a place to send their unwanted or superfluous supplies where they will do some good. On the unexpected success of how far they can reach: “It’s wild and wonderful. The only continents we’re not in are Australia and Antarctica. It’s not so much the numbers that excite me, but the people we touch. We’ve reached so many people who normally wouldn’t have access to this stuff that they need.” —Dorene Shannon Who: Blue Mountain’s Best What: A retrospective round-up of all BMB subjects since its October 2013 inception.
Where: N/A When: December 2015 Why: After two years, we’re bringing this human interest feature to a close.
We hope you’ve enjoyed reading about your newsworthy neighbors over the past two years. You can read up on any that you may have missed in print by visiting www.townandcountrygazette.com/ category/features/blue-mountains-best.
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2015 Insta-Stars
2015 was a solid year for viral cuties. Many of them Instagram stars, the dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and more proved that all you need to achieve internet stardom is an adorable face and some creative props and backdrops. Many were featured in the Gazette while many more are still waiting to be discovered. BuzzFeed recently compiled a list of just a handful and it’s worth a look to find your next cute aggression obsession. Visit BuzzFeed.com and search “21 Animals You Should Have Been Following In 2015” for the complete list. (Numbers 4, 5, and 12 were written about in the Gazette!) Featured: Winston the Sir (top left), Jiff the Pom (top right), Tonkey (bottom left), and Coffee Cat (bottom right). Be still, our hearts! We can’t wait to see who makes their debut in 2016.
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‘TIS THE SEASON TO DIY!
Make the days spent waiting for Santa’s
arrival go much faster by helping your kids make gifts and decorations that you’ll want to keep for a lifetime. Try these!
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A plain white ceramic plate, oil-based Sharpie markers, and just 30 minutes baking in an oven at 400° is all you need to design your own special platter. Use as a Christmas Eve cookie plate or a gift to grandparents.
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This couldn’t get any easier. Dress up your tree— recycle some old sweaters into warm and fuzzy ornaments by cutting out shapes and stringing them. Can be used as a gift for a little sweetie or done up in a Christmas theme with the family name for a seasonal touch. Wrap a wooden letter in yarn using craft glue, then adorn with some decorative statement pieces for a finishing flair.
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Creative Cards
Running out of ideas for unique Christmas cards? Look no further than a bunch of old buttons or a hole punch for these thrifty and cute ways to say Seasons Greetings.
Stocking Stuffers and Pesto Trees
With some cookie cutters and a little ingenuity, Santa could be having a different kind of snack this year! Ingredients: Pillsbury Crescent Dough, basil pesto sauce, pizza sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and garnish to taste. Bake at 350째 for 8-10 minutes, watching closely.
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THESE ARE A FEW (MORE) OF OUR FAVORITE THINGS
We shared some with you last year, so we
decided to continue the tradition—enjoy! It’s not Christmas unless I watch “A Christmas Story.” I usually watch it at least twice when they play it for 24 hours on TBS. I’m not really sure why I love it so much; probably for the realistic family dynamics and the many memorable moments such as the snowsuit, the soap, the flagpole, the leg lamp, etc.—Cat Stroh My favorite present I received as a kid was the Transformers Aerialbot combined figure of Superion. Five robot planes transformed into one giant robot.—Tony Pisco I don’t know if I can say I have a favorite Christmas song, but if I don’t rock out to Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” in my car at least once a day during the entire month of December, I feel empty inside.—Danielle Tepper There are constant Christmas movies playing in the Korba household from Thanksgiving all the way through New Year’s Day (that’s when I commandeer the television for the annual Twilight Zone Marathon). My wife even likes the cheesy Lifetime and Hallmark Channel ones, but I prefer more comedic fare. It wouldn’t be Christmas without watching “Christmas Vacation” and “Bad Santa” at least a few times.—Joe Korba The Nutcracker Suite, without question, is integral to our proper appreciation of Christmas. A class trip to Symphony Hall as a child was the first time I saw it performed, and oh boy, was I ever filled with sugarplums after that! I've seen it twice as an adult with my family and to this day I can't help but light up and maybe fly around just a little whenever I hear it.—Chris Stroh
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Bethany Wesleyan Church News
Submitted by LORRAINE GUNDRUM Christmas Candlelight Services, December 23 at 6:30 p.m., December 24 at 4 and 6:30 p.m. Nursery to age 5 available during all services. Weekend after Christmas, Sunday, December 27, only one worship service at 10:45 a.m. No Saturday service on December 26. Cord of Three Women’s Bible Study begins Monday, January 11 at 6:30 p.m. Two studies available:“The Armor of God” by Priscilla Shirer or “Stronger—Finding Hope in Fragile Places” by Angela Thomas. Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville. Worship services are held each Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 9 and 10:45 a.m. in the Ministry Center. Family Worship service for children in grades 1-5 and their caregivers is held in the Children’s Center at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday night activities for all ages 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For more information, please call the church office at 610-767-1239 or visit us online at www.bethanywes.org.
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Touch of Dutch
O Grischdaag-baam (Dutch version of 'O Christmas Tree')
Submitted by LARRY GRADWOHL O Tannenbaum (German Christmas Carol by Ernst Anschütz)
O Tannenbaum, o Tannenbaum, wie treu sind deine Blätter! Du grünst nicht nur zur Sommerzeit, Nein auch im Winter, wenn es schneit! O Tannenbaum, o Tannenbaum, wie treu sind deine Blätter! O Tannenbaum, o Tannenbaum, Du kannst mir sehr gefallen! Wie oft hat nicht zur Weihnachtszeit Ein Baum von dir mich hoch erfreut! O Tannenbaum, o Tannenbaum, Du kannst mir sehr gefallen! O Tannenbaum, o Tannenbaum, Dein Kleid will mich was lehren: Die Hoffnung und Beständigkeit Gibt Trost und Kraft zu jeder Zeit! O Tannenbaum, o Tannenbaum, Das soll dein Kleid mich lehren!
O Grischdaag-baam, O Grischdaag-baam, Ya, immer grie beschtennich. Dei nescht so grie in Summer-zeit, So sin sie grie in Winder-zeit. O Grischdaag-baam, O Grischdaag-baam, Ya, immer grie beschtennich. O Grischdaag-baam, O Grischdaag-baam, Du machscht mei Hatz am Singe. Wie gleene Schtanne ihr Kerze-licht, Gewwe zu der Welt en scheene Sicht. O Grischdaag-baam, O Grischdaag-baam, Du machscht mei Hatz am Singe. O Grischdaag-baam, O Grischdaag-baam, Du kummscht vun Gott im Himmel. En Zeeche vun der Herr mit Lieb, Der Gott uns gschickt zu sei net drieb. O Grischdaag-baam, O Grischdaag-baam, Du kummscht vun Gott im Himmel. O Grischdaag-baam, O Grischdaag-baam, Schwetz doch vun Gott beschtennich. Un aaweiss uns gedrei zu sei,
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Un wuhn mit uns sei Engel bei. O Grischdaag-baam, O Grischdaag-baam, Schwetz doch vun Gott beschtennich. O Christmas Tree (English version: Author unknown) O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy leaves are so unchanging; Not only green when summer's here, But also when 'tis cold and drear. O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy leaves are so unchanging! O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Much pleasure thou can'st give me; How often has the Christmas tree Afforded me the greatest glee! O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Much pleasure thou can'st give me. O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy candles shine so brightly! From base to summit, gay and bright, There's only splendor for the sight. O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy candles shine so brightly! O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! How richly God has decked thee! Thou bidst us true and faithful be, And trust in God unchangingly. O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! How richly God has decked thee! [The modern lyrics of ‘O Tannenbaum’, ‘O Christmas Tree’ in our English versions, were written in 1824 by the Leipzig organist, teacher and composer Ernst Anschütz (1780 – 1861). A Tannenbaum is a fir tree. The lyrics do not actually refer to Christmas, or describe a decorated Christmas tree. Instead, they refer to the fir's
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evergreen qualities as a symbol of constancy and faithfulness. Anschütz based his text on a 16th-century Silesian folk song by Melchior Franck, "Ach Tannenbaum". Joachim August Zarnack (1777– 1827) in 1819 wrote a tragic love song inspired by this folk song, taking the evergreen "faithful" fir tree as contrasting with a faithless lover. The folk song first became associated with Christmas with Anschütz, who added two verses of his own to the first, traditional verse. The custom of the Christmas tree developed in the course of the 19th century, and the song came to be seen as a Christmas carol. Anschütz's version still had treu (true, faithful) as the adjective describing the fir's leaves (needles), harking back to the contrast to the faithless maiden of the folk song. This was changed to grün (green) at some point in the 20th century, after the song had come to be associated with Christmas. (Source, for this history of the song: https://en.wikipedia.org/ wiki/O_Tannenbaum. Source, for a literal English translation of ‘O Tannenbaum’: http://german.about.com/library/ blotannenb.htm ) Anschütz’s original German lyrics do not appear to be the basis for the Dutch translation, at least not for the last two verses, which more closely resemble the above English version in content and meaning. Also note that ‘O Tannenbaum’ contained only three verses and the Dutch like the English Carol has four. The English, ‘O Christmas Tree’, is one of several popular versions that are available today. It may not be the one with which you are familiar; I chose this one simply because of its apparent kinship with the Dutch version.] Hallicher Grischtdaag un en Halliches Nei Yaahr zu eich all! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!
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Lehigh Township Historical Society News Submitted by BEVERLY PUTT
When you stop by the Blue Mountain Family Restaurant in Danielsville, take a chance on the Christmas basket on display there. Winning ticket will be drawn Sunday, December 20 at 1:30 p.m. Monthly meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the LT Historical Centre in Pennsville. Meetings will be held there during the winter months, weather permitting. New officers for 2016 will be elected at the December meeting. During the winter months, activities for 2016 will be discussed. The historical centre will be open again in spring for visitors. Everyone at the LT Historical Society thanks you for your support throughout 2015.
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by Christmas Eve at 6 p.m. to get the Porsche his father promises him. Jake’s kind of a jerk, the dialogue is incredibly cheesy, and most of the acting is cringeworthy. But heck if it doesn’t make me want to break into a rousing chorus of “Oh Marjorieeee!” every time anyway.
Underrated Christmas Movies Okay, we’ve got our Grinches, Peanuts, and Muppets, plus a workshop’s worth of other Christmas classics that we enjoy throughout the month of December (and November, if we’re being honest). But what about those from the island of misfit films? Here’s just a handful of the underrated Christmas movies I break out every December 1.
I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS (1998)
I rewatched this Saturday and was once again blown away by how, well, BAD it is. Yet it’s become sort of a weird favorite for ‘90s kids. For starters, it stars Bethlehem’s own Jonathan Taylor Thomas. (Seriously, did you know he was was born and raised—until he was four—in Bethlehem, PA?) Then it also stars two 7th Heaven castmates, one of whom is now Mrs. Timberlake. But it really doesn’t have anything to do with Christmas at all. The entirety of the movie takes place in the desert, on the road, or in various stops along the way as Jake tries to make his way home
THE HOLIDAY (2006)
Again, not technically a Christmas movie but just so happens to fall within the season. Two women escape their miserable love lives by swapping homes with each other. Chic Californian Amanda, Cameron Diaz, trades places with sweet English Iris, Kate Winslet—a rustic cottage for an LA mansion (sign me up for either one). The plot plods along at times, but it’s a really cute movie that displays, without cheeky exploitation, what it truly means to gain perspective by living in another’s shoes, er, house.
GREMLINS (1984)
Ye olde cult classic about cute and cuddlies that turn violent after a midnight snack and wreak havoc across their small town on Christmas Eve. I don’t remember how I was introduced to this film (probably had something to do with my
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father), but I found it more funny than scary. I may or may not have a stuffed Gizmo sitting in my Amazon wishlist (I totally do). Who didn’t want their own little mogwai? The story is bizarre and definitely only something Steven Spielberg could get away with.
MICKEY’S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS (2001)
Disney Channel‘s House of Mouse only ran for two years, but it was an innovative way to expose new generations of kids to the classic Mickey cartoons that their parents and older sibs fell in love with. Mickey hosted viewing parties of said cartoons for all his friends (characters from Walt’s brilliant animated movies). As a huge fan of classic Disney (we have a ton on VHS), one of my favorites was their Christmas collection. Mickey is hosting a lavish Christmas Eve party for all his friends at the House of Mouse when they all discover that they’re snowed in! What to do? Watch more cartoons, of course! While Donald stews in an anti-Christmas mood more suitable to that of his uncle, Scrooge McDuck, Mickey tries to get him in the Christmas spirit with some of Disney’s best Christmas-themed shorts, including “Donald On Ice,” “The Nutcracker,” “Mickey’s Christmas Carol,” and my personal will-always-hold-a-specialplace-in-my-heart favorite, “Pluto’s Christmas Tree.” The cartoon dates back to 1952, when Mickey was at his cutest. He and Pluto go out to chop down a Christmas tree and inadvertently bring Chip and Dale into their house, where the two chipmunks wreak havoc and drive the poor pup up the wall. When I was younger, I used to lie beneath our
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Christmas tree and wonder what it would be like to be tiny enough to explore one from the inside—is that a weird thing for a kid to think about?—and in came Disney, bringing yet another dream to life. I just love it.
JUST FRIENDS (2005)
I laughed so hard the first time I saw this movie. I wasn’t really a Ryan Reynolds fan yet, but I was by the time it was over. He plays a womanizer forced to go home for the holidays and face his demons, namely the girl-next-door (Amy Smart) whose rejection turned him into that womanizer in the first place, his former best friend and object of all his adolescent affections. Too bad he has a complete psychopath tagging along in the form of an absolutely hilarious Anna Faris. All my favorite scenes—the toothpaste!— had her and his little brother (Chris Marquette) in them. Again, not much to do with the actual holiday of Christmas besides the snow, decorations, and caroling.
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Ingredients • 3 slices of bread • 3 tbsp shredded cheese • 6 slices of bacon, cooked • 6 eggs • Salt and pepper Directions
• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. • Use a jar or cookie cutter to cut circles into each piece of bread—depending on your bread you could squeeze 2 circles per slice. • Place bread circles in muffin tin cups. • Wrap a piece of cooked bacon along the edge of each muffin cup. Make sure bacon is JUST cooked and still warm so it doesn’t break or crumble. • Sprinkle cheese into each cup, then top with an egg.
Bacon Egg Cups • Season with salt and pepper if desired, then bake for 15 minutes, or longer for firmer yolk. This was my first time making these, so I was very excited for the outcome. They were extremely quick and easy and make the perfect breakfast in a quick pinch. Every bite was perfect! There was just the right amount of everything; all ingredients were proportionate to each other. I sprayed the muffin pan with Pam first. I’m not even sure how much cheese I used, I just eyeballed it; I feel as though you really can’t go wrong with too much cheese. I cooked the eggs a bit longer than 15 minutes, probably closer to 20 and I was pleased with the outcome. I had a little bit of “dippy” at the top of the egg, and closer to the bottom the yolk was more firm so it was easy to eat and not a goopy mess. Next time I would like to use a smaller egg and more cheese. Good luck and enjoy!
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Keeping up With The Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber Of Commerce
Submitted by ALICE WANAMAKER We would like to thank all the community members that supported us this year at our tree lighting. It was a surprise to finally have a nice evening for our event. Luminaries, our newest addition to the event, were a great success. Santa, as always, was a big hit as well as the local Heritage Choir. Our 2016 calendar is filling up fast and we hope you will use your Chamber membership to your best advantage. Remember we now have a Chamber office located on the second floor of the Slatington Public Library on Main Street in Slatington. Come and visit every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with questions about how the Chamber can help you and your business.
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EVENTS Chicken Pot Pie Dinner (Buffet Style), Saturday, January 9 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at Union Lutheran Church, 5500 Rt. 873, Schnecksville. Adults $8 in advance or $10 at the door, children 3-12 are $5, under 3 are free. Tickets available in church office, call 610-767-6884. Benefits the Journeymen's Charitable Outreach Ministry. Any questions, please call the church office at 610-767-6884 or Jane Borbe at 610-767-5638. (1/7) Haddock & Steak Dinner: Friday, December 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Vigilant Fire Company, 100 S. Walnut Street in Slatington. $8 per platter or $13 for the combo, includes fish or steak, choice of potato, 2 vegetables, roll, and coffee. Dessert and soda are $1 extra each. Take-out available. 610-767-3832. (12/17) Sauerkraut Sale, homemade by Rajah Shrine Anglers Club. Ready for New Year’s Pork & Sauerkraut dinner for your church or organization. Cost $4/2lb bag. Lehighton area: call Marv at 570-386-3080, Palmerton area: call Dick at 610-8243200. Walnutport & Slatington: call Nick at 610-767-6285. Please leave message, we will call you back. (12/17)
FOR SALE 6 strands icicle lights and clear light sets—best offer. 8 ft. inflatable snowman yard ornament, never used—$20. 610-2629052. (12/17) '77 Cadillac Sedan Deville. Superb condition estate car. Gleaming chrome, nearly rustfree. Runs great. $3,400. 484-5059429. Call 5-9 p.m. (12/17)
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2007 Yamaha R6: Just over 5K miles, metallic black paint, excellent condition. Extras include four helmets, one riding jacket, track stands front and rear, all stock parts included. $6,500. 484-201-0536. Apples, Apple Cider - five gallons for $20, potatoes, cabbage, eggs - $2/dozen, winter squash, chestnuts, deer apples. Emerald Cider Mill 610-7678304. 3571 East Grant Street, Slatedale. (12/17) CHRISTMAS GOODIES Pumpkin roll $11, Kiffles and nut tossies $4.25/dz. Cut-outs $4/dz. Chocolate chip, peanut butter, sugar, oatmeal and snowballs $3 dz. Peanut butter blossoms or mini cream cheese cupcakes $3.50/dz. 5 dz. cookie trays $19. Clear toy pops $6/dz. Berlinsville area, call 610-3921843 to order. (12/17) EGGS: Organic, pasture raised. No GMOs, hormones, or antibiotics. Healthier and tastier than store bought. 610760-9871. (12/17) FOR SALE: Over 9,700 baseball cards $40, weight bench $20, circa ‘50s-‘60s 33 1/3 records, exercise equipment, metal detector, fishing supplies: 9 poles, 200+ flies. Call 610-826-7634. (12/17) Mark Martin collectables and racing jackets and porcelain dolls. Call 610-439-1614. If no answer, leave message. (1/7) Natural gas furnace, Annshong Air Ultra V, forced air, 120 volts, never used, asking $1,400. Chest freezer, 5.0/7.0 cubic feet, Idylis, used 6 mos, asking $125. Call after 3 p.m. 610-217-3470. (12/17)
Christmas Goodies: Pumpkin roll $11, kiffles and nut tossies $4.25/dz., cut-outs $4/dz., chocolate chip, peanut butter, sugar, oatmeal, and snowballs $3/dz., peanut butter blossoms or mini cream cheese cupcakes $3.50/ dz., 5 dz. cookie trays $19. Clear toy pops $6/dz. Berlinsville area, call 610-392-1843 to order. (12/17)
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Freelance Writers Needed: Do you have an interest in local government and community news? We are looking for freelance writers to cover municipal meetings and news in Nazareth and Northampton for a weekly newspaper. A journalism background and working knowledge of AP Style is a plus. Please send your resume and writing sample to resume@ idpcreative.com. Help Wanted: Multiple positions open. Personal care aides needed for day shift, evening shift, overnight, and live-in care. Growing business for home care and personal care home. Call 610-767-2800. (12/17)
PERSONALS SWM, 48, clean, healthy, and financially secure seeks romantic female 35-45 for dating, friendship, companionship. Any race OK. Call Joe at 484268-7620 24/7, leave message, will return call. (2/4)
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REAL ESTATE FOR RENT 2 BR apartment, Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $795. No dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/ mo). 610-759-0169. (12/17) Apartment Slatington: New 2 bedroom, spacious, eat-in kitchen, living room, bathroom with linen closet, one-piece tub shower. NO PETS, W/S/G included. $575 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691. (12/17) Egyptian Sands Motel, Room For Rent: Private bath, maid service, all utilities included, clean, quiet, safe. $175/week or $595/month. Efficiency apartment also available, call 610262-8050 for details. (6/2) Northampton area ranch style home for rent: Completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, laundry room, finished basement, 2 car garage, country lot available with or without additional 1,000 sq. ft. garage/ workshop type building. Available now. Call 484-239-1047 for appointment. (12/17) Room For Rent: Walnutport, furnished, utilities inc. Use of deck and grill, convenient parking. Clean and quiet. Laundry on premises. No pets. One person only. Call 610-767-5864 after 10 a.m. Appt. only. (1/7) Slatington 3rd floor loft apartment. All utilities included, off street parking, pets welcome. $750/month, security deposit plus last month’s rent. Call 610-767-3383. (12/17) Slatington Hotel. Clean, safe, quiet, nicely furnished rooms, $90-$120/week. Private and shared bathrooms. Color TV and cable incl. HBO. Up-charge for A/C and on-premise parking. Internet avail. Furnished effic. apts also available. 610760-0700. (12/31)
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TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $860. No dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo). 610-759-0169. (12/17) Slatington 3 bedroom apartment, minutes to Fogelsville, Allentown. Newly remodeled, hardwood floors, clean large rooms. Section 8 accepted. Tenants carefully screened. $775 includes water, sewer, trash. Call/text 610-216-4490. (12/17)
SERVICES AVAILABLE Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Saw Chain, Mower Blades, Scissors, Knives, Clipper Blades, Carbide Tip Saws, and much more. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington. 610-767-9164. (12/15/16) Got knee pain? Back pain? Shoulder pain? Get a pain-relieving brace at little or no cost to you. Medicare patients, call Health Hotline now! 1-800-8955652. HALL RENTAL & CATERING: Looking for a place to have your organizational meetings, luncheons, baby/bridal showers, family functions, dinners, or private parties? The Fellowship Hall at Friedens United Church of Christ, PA Route 873, Slatington is available to accommodate your party/meeting needs. The Hall seats 80 comfortably and is handicap accessible. Catering includes a variety of reasonably priced menus choices. Call Karlene at 610-760-1170 for more information. (12/17)
NEED SNOW PLOW? Fast service, Driveways/sidewalk with ice melt/salt. Home owner/Business Properties. Lowest price. Contract Available. For Emergency Services, Call 484262-3097. (3/3) Sell your structured settlement or annuity payments for CASH NOW. You don't have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 1-800-588-4994. TIM’S SHARPENING SERVICE Let me take care of your sharpening needs. Circular saws, carbide circular saw blades, planer blades, scissors, electric hedge fence trimmers, lawn mower blades, axes, chisels, chain saws, etc. Call 610-767-5171 or 610-751-6182. (12/17)
WANTED Buying Guitars, Accordions, Violins, Old Amplifiers, Saxophones, Drums, Horns, Violins, Most Older Musical Instruments. Local Pick-up. Call Mike 330-367-7100. (12/17) GUNS GUNS GUNS Paying top prices from one gun to 1,000. We buy new and used firearms. A.F. BOYER HARDWARE & GUNS 130 Main St. Slatington, 610-767-3162. (2/18) VINTAGE BASEBALL CARDS, paying top $ for tobacco cards, 1948-1952 Bowman, 1952-1975 Topps, etc. No collection too small or large. Call Todd at 610-703-0790. (1/7)
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Slatington Public Library Salutes Charlie Brown
Submitted by WANDA OWENS December 9 marks the 50th anniversary of a Charlie Brown Christmas Special’s premiere on television. The enduring images of the sad small Christmas tree, the Christmas play, a Bible passage, the unique music, and the lament over the commercialism of the holiday combined to make this a network classic. Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy, Pig Pen, Patty, Schroeder, Sally, Shermy, Frieda, and Violet were the “Peanuts” gang that were the stars of this show. Charles Shultz began the “Peanuts” comic strip in 1950 that would eventually lead to books, television programs, a Broadway musical, and movies featuring the popular characters. In 1969, Apollo 10 made Charlie Brown and Snoopy the semi-official mascots for their mission. They named the command and lunar module after the popular characters. There is a new 3D “Peanuts” movie currently running in local movie theaters. The library is honoring Charlie Brown and his friends with a unique window display of Charlie Brown and his friends skating on a pond. The character illustrations were done by Louise Bechtel, our librarian. There are also books about the “Peanuts” gang in front of the skaters. Please stop by the library to take a look at this special salute. The characters and their stories are timeless and the library would love for you to read them.
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Church Directory Agape New Testament Fellowship Schnecksville, 610-216-5611 (N) W 10 a.m. Jr. Church 10:45 a.m. All Saints Episcopal Church Lehighton, 610-377-2675 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church Slatington, 610-767-2214 W Sat. 5 p.m. Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Christmas Eve 5 p.m. with Children’s Bell Choir and Vocal Choir Christmas Eve 9 p.m. with Adult Choir Christmas Day 9:30 a.m. Ben Salem United Church of Christ Lehighton, 570-386-3870 W 8/10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m. Bethany Wesleyan Church Cherryville, 610-767-1239 (N) Sat. 5 p.m. Encounter. W Sun. 9 & 10:45 a.m. Bethel U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-1898 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Blue Mountain Community Church Palmerton, 610-826-8402 W 9:15 a.m., SS 11:15 a.m. Chapman Quarries United Methodist Bath, 610-837-0935 (HA) W 11 a.m. SS 10 a.m. Christ’s Church at Lowhill UCC New Tripoli W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. Christ U.C.C., Little Moore Danielsville, 610-837-6051 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.
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Ebenezer United Church of Christ New Tripoli, 610-298-8000 SS 9 a.m.; W 10:15 a.m. Ebenezer United Methodist Church Lehighton, 610-533-0107 W 9 a.m., BS 6:30 p.m. Thurs. Egypt Community Church Egypt, 610-262-4961 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Emmanuel UCC Bowmanstown W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. Evangelical Lutheran Church Schnecksville (HA) 610-767-6884 W - 9 a.m. Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Faith Alive United Methodist Church Bowmanstown, 610-852-2805 W 8:30 a.m. & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. First UCC Palmerton W 9 a.m., SS 10 a.m. Friedens UCC Slatington, 610-767-7099 HA W 9:30 a.m.
Heidelberg UCC Heidelberg, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 11 a.m., SS 9:45 Heritage Baptist Church Orefield, 610-395-4970 (N) W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Slatedale, 610-767-1526 W 10:45 a.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Palmerton (HA/N) W 8 & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church 1372 Washington, Northampton Communion 8:30 A.M. 610-261-1812 Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA/N) Sun. W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m. Christmas Eve at 4 p.m., 6 p.m., 8:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. Sunday, December 27 at 9 a.m. Jerusalem Lutheran Church Palmerton, 610-681-5200 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Jerusalem UCC Palmerton, 610-681-4412 W 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
God’s Missionary Church Northampton, 610-262-4412 W 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
Kingdom Life Family Center Orefield (N) W 10 a.m.
Good Shepherd UCC Slatington, 610-767-9680 (HA) W 8:30 & 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
Living Hope Lighthouse Palmerton, 610-826-2201 W 10 a.m.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kreidersville, 610-262-9517 W Sun. 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
Living Stone Fellowship New Tripoli, 610-298-3020 W 10 a.m.
Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
Concordia Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-8500 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.
Grace United Church of Christ Northampton, 610-262-7186 (HA) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m.
Covenant United Methodist Church Bath, 610-837-7517 HA W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m.
Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-1526 W 8:30 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.
Mountain View Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-759-7553 W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Northampton Assembly of God Cherryville Rd., 610-262-5645 W 10:15 a.m. & 6 p.m. SS 9:30 Northern Lehigh Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m.
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People’s EC Church Lehighton W 8:30/10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Sacred Heart Church Palmerton (HA) W Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:30 & 11 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Danielsville (N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Aquashicola 610-826-2577 W 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., 2nd Sunday Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632 W 10 a.m Shepherd’s Chapel www.shepherdschapel.com Regional online fellowship. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Whitehall, 610-262-1600 W 8/10:15 a.m., SS 8:50 a.m. Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276 W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. St. John’s Episcopale Palmerton W 8 and 10 a.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 8/10:15 a.m. (N), SS 9 a.m. St. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. John’s UCC Laury's Station (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. John’s UCC Slatington, 610-767-5554 (HA/N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m. St. John’s UCC of Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA/N) W 9:30 a.m. St. John’s ELC Lehighton, 570-386-9960 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. St. Matthew's ELC Lehighton, 610-377-2972 W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.
St. Matthew’s UCC Kunkletown, 610-381-2442 W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m. St. Nicholas R.C. Berlinsville, 610-767-3107 W (M-F) 8:30 a.m., Sat 4:30 p.m., Sun 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Christmas Eve 4 p.m. Msgr. T. Derzack 6 p.m. Fr. E. McElduff 11 p.m. Msgr. T. Derzack Christmas Day 8:30 a.m. Fr. E. McElduff 10:30 a.m. Msgr. T Derzack St. Paul’s UCC of Indianland Cherryville, 610-767-5751 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. Paul’s UCC Northampton, 610-261-2910 W 10:15 a.m. w/child care, SS 9 a.m. St. Peter’s Church of Emerald Emerald, 610-767-6233 (HA) W 10:15 a.m., Com. 1st Sun., SS 9 a.m. AWANA 6 p.m., BS 10 a.m. Tues.., 7 p.m. Wed., 6 p.m. Sun.
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Trinity UCC Coplay, 610-262-8933 (HA, N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. W Thurs. 7 p.m. Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (HA, N) W 8/10:45 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. United Presbyterian Church of Slatington Slatington, 610-767-8113 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Union United Church of Christ Neffs, 610-767-6961 (HA/N) W 8 & 10:30 a.m., Children 10:30 a.m. Valleyview Baptist Church Northampton, 610-837-5894 (HA & N) W 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Walnutport Seventh Day Adventist 610-767-8939 W 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
St. Peter’s UCC Northampton (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Whitehall Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Palmerton, 610-826-2359 Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m.
Whitehall Mennonite Church Egypt, 610-262-1270 (N) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
The Church of God Palmerton, 610-826-4972 W 10:15 a.m.
Zion Evang. Lutheran Church 1904 Main, Northampton SS 9:45; W, N, 11:00 A.M. 610-261-1812
Trinity EC Church Berlinsville, 610-767-1167 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
Zion Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-261-1812 W 11:00 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.
Trinity EC Church Slatington, 484-553-0218 W 10 a.m., Bible Study Wed 7 p.m.
Zion UCC Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W 8:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church 8:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday worship service. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays. Christmas Eve 6 p.m. family worship w/ the Praise Band and Holy Communion. Christmas Eve 9 p.m. traditional candlelight worship w/ Holy Communion 1st Tuesday quiet Communion, 10 a.m. 1st Saturday worship w/ Holy Communion, 5 p.m. Sunday School classes for students age 3 through grade 6, 9:45 a.m.
Zion’s Stone UCC Northampton, 610-262-1133 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
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Town & Country Gazette Advertiser’s Index A&A Limousine..............................15 Amey’s Clean Rite..........................48 Amey’s Garage, Inc..........................2 B. Biechy Construction..................33 Barry Hausman, Jr..........................41 Bechtel’s Pharmacy........................25 Becker Homes.................................48 Blue Mountain Construction..........49 Blue Mountain Evergreen..............37 Blue Mountain Fish & Game...18, 34 Blue Mountain Ski Area................13 Century 21-Shawn Correll............52 Charles H. Mantz, Inc....................35 Cindy’s Deli.....................................14 Clean Sweep........................ 12, 42, 51 Country Clippers Pet Grooming........................27 Country Garden...............................4 Crystal Clean House Keeping Services...................................26 Crystal Vision Center.....................26 Diamond Fire Co............................25 Don Messinger................................48 Donna’s Homecare & Cleaning...27 Dumpsters.......................................33 Everett Chiropractic.........................8 Family Practice..................................3 Frey & Co.........................................19 GD Shupp Home Repairs.............49 George Bensing Funeral Home...32 Heidel Hollow...................................6 Heidelberg Union..........................33 Henry’s Service Station...................3 Home Helpers.................................32 Jack Follweiler’s..............................42 Jackie’s French Fries.......................14 Jim’s Barber Shop...........................19 Josie’s Loch of Hair...........................4 Kornfeind’s Market..........................5 Lehigh Cleanpro...............................2 Lehigh Valley Spinal.......................25 Lincoln Manor................................45 Mack’s Tree Service........................49 Magic 105.5......................................37 Massage Therapy by Roxanne.....26 Mel Fritz Construction..................49 Miller Supply..................................36 Mint Home Improvement............34 Mobile Home Parts Center...........48
Monica Sellers Family Hair Styling Salon..................17 Myers Contracting.........................48 Myster Tree & Shrub Service....................................49 Nancy's Therapeutic Massage.....................................2 Neff’s Masonry...............................48 Neffs National Bank.......................16 Off the Wall.....................................42 Pastor Lundmark..............................4 Phil Long Construction.................48 Pond View Manor...........................52 Precision Armaments....................16 Richard B. Ryon .............................17 Ron’s Handyman............................49 Roosevelt Demo Club....................19 Roscoe P. Snyder Insurance..........12 Rotary Club of Slatington...............3
Schisler Funeral Home..................19 Schnecksville Fire...........................14 Shipping Plus....................................9 Silfies Fuel........................................48 Simcoe Beverage............................11 Slatington Beverage.......................36 St. Peter’s UCC................................32 Steckel & Stopp..............................26 Stress Relief Center.......................25 Sule’s Collision Center..................42 Susan C. Schneck...........................45 Susie’s Shady Nook..........................9 TJ Uhnak..........................................49 Tony’s Garage....................................7 Veterans Discount Oil....................41 W. Neff Auto....................................49 Walnutport Family Eye Care & Optical Boutique................25
Last Issue’s Sudoko answers and Dec. 3 winner Keith Moyer ----------Good Eye answer: Cinnamon Sticks
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This issue’s WINNER of a free ice cream cake courtesy of the Ice Cream Lab is Mary Oswald of Slatington.
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