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The main part of the Christmas Story, the birth of Jesus! But why was Jesus born in such unusual surroundings? The Story in the Bible In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to his own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:1-7 The History behind the Birth of Jesus in the Christmas Story The census that was ordered by Caesar Augustus was the first of its kind. It was done because the
Roman government wanted to make sure that everyone in the Empire was paying their taxes correctly. The census was carried out all over Empire (most of Europe): but in Palestine, it was carried out in a Jewish way rather than a Roman way. This meant that families had to register in the their historical tribal town rather than where they lived. This also meant that Joseph and the very pregnant Mary would have had to travel from Nazareth to Bethlehem, as this was town that Joseph's family (the royal family of David) originally came from - a journey of about 70 miles (112 kilometres). Some people think that Bethlehem could also have been Joseph's actual home town and he'd traveled to Nazareth to collect Mary once they were betrothed/married to take to his home town to initially live. The journey would have taken about three days and they might well have arrived in the evening, because if they had arrived earlier in the day, it is more likely that they would have found somewhere to stay. In those times, there weren't really such things as motels or inns, you normally would have Continued on page 6
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stayed with some extended family or relations. A more accurate translation of 'inn' would be 'guest room'. You would normally stay with extended family in their ‘guest room’ but as it was a busy time the guest room was already full. Most houses would have been shared with the animals that the family kept. Houses had two levels, the upper/mezzanine level where people slept and the ground floor where the animals slept at night and the family lived during the day. The animals were a kind of 'central heating' at night keeping the house warm! The 'guest room' was often an area on the upper/mezzanine level or even a hut put on the flat roof of the house! As many people would have traveled to Bethlehem for the census, all the houses, or certainly upper levels were full. Many people think that Jesus was probably born in September or October during Sukkot, the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles, rather than during December. During the festival, Jews live outside in temporary shelters (the word 'tabernacle' come from a latin word meaning 'booth' or 'hut'). So Joseph and Mary probably had to sleep with the animals on the low level (where it’s common to have a manger cut into a wall where you put the
animal food) or possibly (but unlikely) out in a stable, cave or even a covered market stall that sold animals (these stalls could be rented during tabernacles). It was the custom in those times to wrap a new born baby very tightly in long bandages called swaddling clothes. The arms and legs of the baby were also wrapped, so they couldn't move. This was done because they thought it helped the baby to grow strong, straight limbs! And as no proper crib was available, the new baby boy was placed in a manger, or feeding trough. There's a theory that Jesus might have been born a couple of miles outside of Bethlehem where there was a special shepherds' watch tower called the Migdal Eder. So Jesus might have been born out with the shepherds. The birth of Jesus probably didn't happen in the year 0 but slightly earlier, in about 4, 5, 6 or 7 BCE/ BC. The dates that we use now were set by Monks and religious leaders in the Middle Ages and before. It's also quite likely that Jesus was actually born in the autumn (during Tabernacles), not in the winter! It can get very cold in the winter in Israel and it is thought that the census would have most likely taken place during the spring or autumn, at a when many pilgrims, from all over the country, came to visit Jerusalem (which is about six miles from Bethlehem).
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7 Tips for Making It Through the Winter www.nytimes.com By JANE E. BRODY
The older I get, the harder I find it is to stay warm in winter, indoors or out, and I’m happy to share the measures I’ve found helpful, short of moving to the tropics. You don’t have to be a senior citizen to succumb to the known hazards of winter weather. Of course, it helps to be financially able to implement the suggestions below, which is why I make it a point to donate dollars and goods to organizations that help protect the most vulnerable among us against cold-related injury and illness. Dress in Layers. Let’s start with the basics: What to wear. Layers of loosefitting clothing trap the body’s natural warmth, and do it best with an insulating inner layer (for example, Heattech by Uniqlo) and an outer layer resistant to wind and water. The less body area exposed, the warmer you’ll be. If your clothing gets wet, it loses much if not most of its protection, carrying heat away from the body instead of keeping it in. The warmest downfilled garment is ineffective when wet. British scientists who studied how people in eastern Siberia protect against the cold found that they typically wear four or more layers of clothing — generally of fur or other thick material — and
do not begin to feel the effects of cold until temperatures drop below minus 4 degrees Fahrenheit. Protect the Extremities. Hats that cover the ears (or earmuffs) are vital because the head has little insulation against the cold. Scarves keep the neck and chest warm and can be used to protect the face against wind. Mittens keep hands warmer than gloves, especially if they are fur-lined or heated with rechargeable batteries. For cold feet, there are lined waterproof boots rated by temperature, as well as battery-heated socks and insoles. Ugg boots are very toasty but many models are not waterproof, and some find them too warm to wear indoors. Slip-resistant soles or cleats can help keep you upright on icy pavement. Safeguard Your Health. Stay well hydrated and well nourished, and wash your hands often. Prevent serious infections by getting an annual flu shot and, for those over 65, at least one and preferably both of the pneumonia vaccines now available. Shovel Wisely. Snow shoveling is responsible for thousands of injuries and up to 100 deaths each
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year, and not just among those of us past our prime. Anyone who is not regularly physically active and in good physical condition should hire someone else to do the job. And don’t assume that using a snow blower is safer. It’s a heavy device and pushing it can overtax the heart, especially in the cold. The National Safety Council offers these tips for safer shoveling: Check with your doctor if you have a history of heart disease; don’t shovel after eating or while smoking; stretch first and start slowly; wherever possible, push rather than lift the snow; if you must lift, don’t overload the shovel and use your legs, not your back to raise it; avoid working to the point of exhaustion; and stop immediately if you feel dizzy or develop tightness in your chest. Prepare Your Home. Reduce drafts and lower heating costs by insulating the roof, walls, window sashes and doorframes. Keep your thermostat set at a comfortable temperature during the day — between 68 and 76 degrees Fahrenheit (72 degrees on average), depending on the age and health of the occupants. Keep in mind that babies and older adults are often easily chilled. However, you can save a lot of money if you lower the thermostat and wear warmer clothing indoors. Physical activity also generates body heat, so sit less and move more if possible. Lower the thermostat at night to about 60 degrees, and use pajamas and
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quilts to keep warm while asleep. I switch to flannel sheets as soon as the outside temperature at night drops below 50. Prevent Fires. Fire is a major winter hazard, most often avoidable. Nonetheless, no dwelling should be without a working smoke and carbon monoxide detector (often available in combination). Never use the stove or oven for heat. Instead, invest in a well-designed portable space heater and use it safely, protected from young children and pets. According to the National Fire Protection Association, 40 percent of home heating fires and Continued on page 10
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84 percent of resulting deaths involve stationary or portable space heaters. Choose only those that shut off immediately if tipped over and use them only on nonflammable, hard, level surfaces. Turn off all space heatersbefore going to bed. Electric heaters are the only kind safe to use unvented indoors. If you use a fireplace, always protect it with a wellfitted screen to prevent sparks and embers from escaping. If possible, avoid using extension cords, a frequent cause of house fires. But if you must, make sure cords are modern, are not frayed and are rated for the intended device. Never use one to power a heater or for more than one device. A much safer option: Have additional wall outlets installed. Drive Safely. Make sure your vehicle is prepared for winter conditions, with a good battery, tires with good treads that are properly inflated, antifreeze in the radiator, working windshield wipers and plenty of no-freeze window washer fluid. Automotive items I consider essential, especially when driving in isolated areas or far from home: A fully charged cellphone, preferably with stored emergency numbers; a working flashlight; snow
brush, ice scraper and small shovel; flares; one or more blankets; drinking water and snacks or sandwiches. Practice driving on snow and ice in a safe area. Teach yourself to steer into a skid, a lesson I learned in my early 20s that saved my life when my car skidded on an icy overpass on an interstate in Wisconsin. Make sure you are well rested before getting on the road, and plan to stop in a rest area if you feel sleepy. On long trips, stop, get out of the car, and walk around at least once every three hours. Don’t leave the car idling with windows closed or while you doze. Needless to say, never drink alcohol before driving, but you might consider having a cup of caffeinated coffee or tea. I take coffee with me in a metal cup that plugs into the car’s power outlet. Always drive at speeds and distances from other vehicles appropriate for road conditions. It takes longer to stop on ice, snow and water-covered ice. Having to brake hard on a slippery road is an invitation to disaster.
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Northwestern Lehigh Grad honored at IUP A local student graduating from Indiana University of Pennsylvania will be honored at the university’s December commencement ceremony for achieving a perfect 4.0 grade point average during his academic career. Kyle Witman, a sports administration major from Kutztown, will be honored during the ceremony, which takes place Dec. 16. Witman, son of Kurt Witman and Sharon Witman, is a 2014 graduate of Northwestern Lehigh High School. While at IUP, he was a member of the Sports Administration Club, Phi Eta Sigma National
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The Slatington History Preservation Committee has decided to extend the deadline to order the reprint of the 1989 book Slatington and Surrounding Communities until Wednesday January 31. The deadline was extended in order to give more people the opportunity to order the book. A hard cover reprint of this renowned 1989 history book, published in conjunction with Slatington's 125th anniversary, will now be available in spring 2018 from the Slatington History Preservation Committee, formerly known as the Slatington 150 History Committee. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity to own a genealogical and history revealing treasure.This book has been out of print for 28 years! The committee is only printing as many books as are pre-ordered. The hardbound 490 page 1989 book contained histories on Slatington, Walnutport and the villages comprising Washington Township along with industries, the Walnutport Canal, a comprehensive history on the local slate industry, and over 80 histories of abiding families in the Northern Lehigh Area. Reserve your copy today. Reserved copies are $50 each, and please add $10 for shipping and handling if you live outside
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Sagan Schaffer The Woman’s Club of Slatington is pleased to announce that Northern Lehigh High School senior Sagan Schaffer of Slatington has been chosen as their Girl of the Month for December. Sagan is the daughter of Kelly and Zane Schaffer and lives in Slatington; she has a brother, Zane (Z.J.). Her activities include softball, competitive horseback riding and showing, Leo Lions Club, SADD, (where she serves as treasurer), Spanish Club, Student Council, and National Honor Society. She has been named to the Principal’s list through all four years of high school and has served as Chairperson for the Homecoming Dance Committee as well as Principal’s Day and Adopt-a-Family. Sagan has received the following awards: President’s Education Awards Program Award of Excellence, the American Legion Auxiliary Award, and the top six of over 50 horseback riders for year-end awards in the Bucks County Horse Park Show series. Sagan enjoys horseback riding, reading, boating, jet skiing, and spending time with family and friends. In the future she plans to attend a four year college to study psychology and then continue to graduate school to study dentistry. Congratulations, Sagan!
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TOUCH OF DUTCH Submitted by Larry Gradwohl
Die Nacht vor Grischtdaag Es waar die Nacht vor Grischtdaag, wie darrich's ganz Haus Nix hot sich verreegt, net eemol en Maus. Die Schtrimp waar'n am Schannschde in Roi-e uffghenkt, In der Hoffnung, der Belznickel en yeders beschenkt. Die Kinner waar'n all am Schlofe im Bett Mit SchpieIsach un Kaendi waar'n voll ihr Kepp. Ich un die Memm, schleeferich, die Arewet all geduh, Hen gsucht unser Bett fer notwennichi Ruh. Wie en grosses GerappeI waar vanne im Hof, Un ich schpring uff, baut halwer im Schlof Un schpring hie ans Fenschder wie der Blitz, Hab uffgmacht der Shutter, un setz mich uff der Sitz. Der Mond scheint so hell uff'm frisch gfallne Schnee, Macht alles wie Daag – so hell un so schee. Was ich gsehne hab, lechert mich zum Verschplidde,
Acht gleene Hasch, eigschpannt paarweis im Schlidde; En gleener alder Fuhrmann, so hallich un dick, Es waar mir ganz glar, es muss sei der St. Nick. So gschwind wie en Aadler, do kumme sie gerennt, Er haust un peift, wie er all ihr Naame nennt: "Nau Dasher! Nau Dancer! Nau Prancer! Nau Vixen! On Comet! On Cupid! On Dunner un Blitzen. Graad nuff uff die Bortsch, no nuff uff's Hausdach. Git up! Nau, git up – mit all unserm Sach." Wie zu daerre Bledder, gedriwwe vum Wind, Die Heiser un Scheire ken Hinnernis sind, So acht gleene Hasch, mit Fuhrmann un all ihr Sach, Sin getschumpt, wie daerre Bledder, uff's Hausdach. Nau uff'm Dach waar en grooss Gerappel, Die Hasch hen gedanzt un's waar'n Gebappel. Nau, wie's Fenschder ich mach zu un zieg mich zerick, Wer kummt runner der Schannschde, as wie der
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St. Nick. Sei Dress waar wie'n Beltz, vum Kopp bis zum Fuuss, Sei Kapp un sei Dress waar mit Esch un voll Ruuss. Schpielsach un Kaendi nau hot er im Sack, So hallich, er guckt wie en Peddler mit seim Pack. Mit Aage so hallich, er waar supple wie'n Hasch, Sei Backe wie Rose, sei Naas wie'n Kasch; Sei siesses glee Maul, wie'n Boge so schee, Sei Baart in seim Gsicht, so weiss wie der Schnee. En katzi Schmokpeif hot er zwische de Zeh,
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• Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Library 6 to 8 p.m. 610-760-0207. • Alzheimer’s Support Group (1st and 3rd), St. John’s Lutheran Church, Jim Thorpe. 6:30 p.m. 610-392-2380. • Homework Helpers, Palmerton Library, 3 to 4:30 p.m. 610-8264962. • Nar-Anon Meetings, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 696 Johnson Rd. Nazareth, 7:30 p.m. • Adult BS/JAM Club (K-5) and youth (6-12), 7 p.m. Faith Wesleyan Church, Route 309 Orefield 610-398-0172. • Carbon County Art League,meet the second Wednesday each month at 6:00 PM at The Seventh Moon Wellness Spa, Lower level, 701 Bridge Street, Lehighton, Pa 18235 Phone: 610-730-3163 • Pastor Chris Cocca will be leading a weekly Bible study, at Christ's Church at Lowhill, 4695 Church Road, New Tripoli, every Wednesday evening at 6:00 pm. 9/20-11/1 will feature "The Bible as Literature, then and now” • The overdose support group will be held the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month. 6:00pm - 7:30pm at CarbonMonroe-Pike Drug & Alcohol. 428 South 7th St. Lehighton, PA. Contact Carolee @ 610-3775177. Free support for anyone impacted by an overdose
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• Schnecksville Sr. Citizens Club, 12 p.m. at Schnecksville Fire Co. 610-769-7570. • Polka, Laurel Fire Co. (3rd and
4th), 5 to 7 p.m. 610-262-2077. • Rotary Club of Slatington meeting, Woodstone Country Club, 6:15 p.m. 484-951-2468. • Al-Anon Family Group, St. John’s U.C.C. in Palmerton, 7 to 8 p.m. 570-861-4928. • American Legion Aux. of Slatington at Legion (1st), 7 p.m. FMI 610-760-1642. • PA German Friends meeting (3rd), St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Allentown, 7 p.m. 610-767-7140. • GriefShare, 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lehighton. 570-386-9960. • Senior Citizens meet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at Diamond Fire Company Social Hall.
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• Preschool Story Hour, Palmerton Library, 10:30 a.m. • Mom, Pop, and Tot class, 10 to 11 a.m. Northampton Rec. Center. Toddler based activities/ group activities. 610-502-2990 or reccenter@rcn.com. • Polka and button box every Friday 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Northampton VFW. 610-2623891.
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• Cancer Connections Group Meeting, Bethany Wesleyan Church (3rd Sat.), 10 a.m. • Forgotten Felines Cat and Kitten Adoptions, noon to 4 p.m. 6022 Mountain Rd., Germansville. 610-760-9009. • SUNDAYS • Learning Experience & Discipleship classes, Bethany Wesleyan, 9 and 10:45 a.m. • Second Sunday of every month United States Submarine Veterans Lehigh Valley Base monthly meeting, at St Stephen’s Church at 510 Union St, Allentown.
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on, makes a fuss; Hinnernis – obstacle; lechert mich – It makes me laugh; paarweis – by pairs; Ruuss – soot; supple – subtle?; verreegt – stirs, moves; zum verschplidde – to splitting.] A Visit from St. Nicholas 'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads; And mamma in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap, Had just settled our brains for a long winter's nap, When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from my bed to see what was the matter. Away to the window I flew like a flash, Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below, When what to my wondering eyes did appear,
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But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. More rapid than eagles his coursers they came, And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name: "Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now Prancer and Vixen! On, Comet! on, Cupid! on, Donner and Blitzen! To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall! Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!" As leaves that before the wild hurricane fly, When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky; So up to the housetop the coursers they flew With the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too— And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof The prancing and pawing of each little hoof. As I drew in my head, and was turning around, Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound. He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot, And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot; A bundle of toys he had flung on his back, Continued on page 20
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And he looked like a peddler just opening his pack. His eyes—how they twinkled! his dimples, how merry! His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry! His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, And the beard on his chin was as white as the snow; The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth, And the smoke, it encircled his head like a wreath; He had a broad face and a little round belly That shook when he laughed, like a bowl full of jelly. He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf, And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself; A wink of his eye and a twist of his head Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread; He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work, And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk, And laying his finger aside of his nose, And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose; He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
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Tips for long-distance winter trips: • Watch weather reports prior to a long-distance drive or before driving in isolated areas. Delay trips when especially bad weather is expected. If you must leave, let others know your route, destination and estimated time of arrival. • Always make sure your vehicle is in peak operating condition by having it inspected by a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility. • Keep at least half a tank of gasoline in your vehicle at all times. • Pack a cellular telephone with your local AAA’s telephone number, plus blankets, gloves, hats, food, water and any needed medication in your vehicle. • If you become snow-bound, stay with your vehicle. It provides temporary shelter and makes it easier for rescuers to locate you. Don’t try to walk in a severe storm. It’s easy to lose sight of your vehicle in blowing snow and become lost. • Don’t over exert yourself if you try to push or dig your vehicle out of the snow. • Tie a brightly colored cloth to the antenna or place a cloth at the top of a rolled up window to signal distress. At night, keep the dome light on if Continued on page 22
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possible. It only uses a small amount of electricity and will make it easier for rescuers to find you. • Make sure the exhaust pipe isn’t clogged with snow, ice or mud. A blocked exhaust could cause deadly carbon monoxide gas to leak into the passenger compartment with the engine running. • Use whatever is available to insulate your body from the cold. This could include floor mats, newspapers or paper maps. • If possible run the engine and heater just long enough to remove the chill and to conserve gasoline. Tips for driving in the snow: • Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is the best method for regaining traction and avoiding skids. Don’t try to get moving in a hurry. And take time to slow down for a stoplight. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads. • Drive slowly. Everything takes longer on snowcovered roads. Accelerating, stopping, turning – nothing happens as quickly as on dry pavement. Give yourself time to maneuver by driving slowly. • The normal dry pavement following distance of three to four seconds should be increased to eight to ten seconds. This increased margin of safety will
provide the longer distance needed if you have to stop. • Know your brakes. Whether you have antilock brakes or not, the best way to stop is threshold breaking. Keep the heel of your foot on the floor and use the ball of your foot to apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. • Don’t stop if you can avoid it. There’s a big difference in the amount of inertia it takes to start moving from a full stop versus how much it takes to get moving while still rolling. If you can slow down enough to keep rolling until a traffic light changes, do it. • Don’t power up hills. Applying extra gas on snow-covered roads just starts your wheels spinning. Try to get a little inertia going before you reach the hill and let that inertia carry you to the top. As you reach the crest of the hill, reduce your speed and proceed down hill as slowly as possible. • Don’t stop going up a hill. There’s nothing worse than trying to get moving up a hill on an icy road. Get some inertia going on a flat roadway before you take on the hill. • Stay home. If you really don’t have to go out, don’t. Even if you can drive well in the snow, not everyone else can. Don’t tempt fate: If you don’t have somewhere you have to be, watch the snow from indoors.
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Christmas Eve Services Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church 649 W. Washington Street in Slatington December 24th - Christmas Eve - 5 p.m. (Children Mass with Youth Choir) 9 p.m. (Adult Choir) December 25th - Christmas Day - 9:30 a.m. (Adult Choir) Solemnity of Mary Masses: December 31st - New Year’s Eve- 5 p.m.Mass January 1, 2018 - New Year’s Day 9:30 a.m. Bethany Wesleyan Church 675 Blue Mountain Drive Cherryville, 610-767-1239 Wednesday December 20 - 6:30 p.m. Saturday December 23 - 4 p.m. Sunday December 24 - 4 p.m. One Service Sunday Morning - 10:45 a.m. Bethel U.C.C. 160 4th St. Slatington, 484-547-8335 Christmas Eve Service: 7 p.m. Christ's Church at Lowhill 4695 Lowhill Church Rd. New Tripoli 610-842-4781 Celebrate the birth of Jesus Christmas Eve: 4:45 p.m. Old fashioned sing along 5 p.m. "Lights of Wonder" show 6 p.m. Traditional candlelight service Christ U.C.C. 309 Main St. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 Christmas Eve Services: 3 p.m. Candlelight with Communion 7 p.m. Candlelight with Communion 11 p.m. Candlelight with Communion 24
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Christmas Day is celebrated by millions of Christians around the world, usually on December 25th. It is also a popular holiday celebrated by nonChristians. Christmas Day is an annual celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Although the exact date of Jesus' birth is unknown it is estimated to have been between 7 and 2 B.C. The date of December Continued on page 26
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25th was chosen in the 4th century. The popular customs of celebrating Christmas include giftgiving, sending holiday cards, Christmas trees and lights, caroling, a feast and church celebrations. Interesting Christmas Facts: The word Christmas originates from the words Christ's Mass. In old English (first recorded in 1038) it was referred to as Cristesmæsse, which literally means 'Christian Mass'. A common figure known throughout the world and associated with Christmas is Santa Claus. Other
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Christmas Eve he would have to visit 822 homes each second. The tradition of hanging stockings comes from a Dutch custom. They would leave shoes full of food for St. Nicolas' donkeys and St. Nicholas would then leave small gifts in return. 12th century nuns left socks full of nuts, fruit and tangerines at the doors of the poor. This is where the tradition of putting tangerines in stockings came from. The three wise men who visited Mary and Joseph when Jesus was born brought gold, frankincense and myrrh as gifts. Some believe that Jesus was born in a cave and not a stable. The tradition of Christmas caroling began as an old English custom. It was originally called wassailing and was a toast to long life. St. Francis of Assisi began the custom of singing Christmas carols in church in the 13th century. There are approximately 60 million trees grown in Europe each year. The letter X in Xmas is a Greek abbreviation for Christ. In 1950 the world's largest Christmas tree was placed in a Washington Mall. It was 221 feet high. Jingle Bells was originally written by James
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CHURCH DIRECTORY Please send your updates to askus@townandcountrygazette. com or mail them to P.O. Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088. The directory is a free listing of local churches in alphabetical order and includes services, Sunday school, and Bible Study schedules. Please call the churches for directions or more information. Agape New Testament Fellowship Schnecksville, 610-767-2869 (N) W 10 a.m. Jr. Church 10:45 a.m.
W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m. Dinkey Memorial Evangelical Lutheran Church Ashfield, 610-377-4242 W 8:30 a.m. SS 10 a.m. Dryland UCC Newburg, 610-759-4444 W 8 & 10.15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Ebenezer United Church of Christ New Tripoli, 610-298-8000 SS 9 a.m.; W 10:15 a.m.
All Saints Episcopal Church Lehighton, 610-377-2675 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
Ebenezer United Methodist Church Lehighton, 610-377-6900 W 9 a.m. www.ebenezerumclehighton.com
Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church Slatington, 610-767-2214 W Sat. 5 p.m. Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.
Egypt Community Church Egypt, 610-262-4961 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 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.
Emmanuel U.C.C. Bowmanstown W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
Bethany Wesleyan Church Cherryville, 610-767-1239 (N) Sat. 5 p.m. Encounter. W Sun. 9 & 10:45 a.m. HA for all services and W & SS for Sunday mornings Bethel U.C.C. Slatington, 484-547-8335 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 a.m., SS during worship Christ U.C.C., Little Moore Danielsville, 610-837-6051 W 9 a.m. Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. (HA) Concordia Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-8500 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m. Covenant United Methodist Church Bath, 610-837-7517 HA
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Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport 610-737-5390 (Pastor) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Faith Alive United Methodist Church Bowmanstown, 610-852-2805 W 8:30 & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. Faith Wesleyan Church Route 309, Orefield (HA/N) 610-398-0172 W 9 & 10:45 a.m. SS 9 & 10:45 a.m. First U.C.C. Palmerton W 9 a.m., SS 10 a.m. Friedens U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-7099 (HA) W 10:30 a.m. God’s Missionary Church Northampton, 610-262-4412 W 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. Good Shepherd U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-9680 (HA) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kreidersville, 610-262-9517 W Sun. 9 a.m. Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
Grace United Church of Christ Northampton, 610-262-7186 (HA) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m. Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 8:30 a.m. Faith Formation, all ages 9:45 a.m. Heidelberg U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 11 a.m., Faith Formation, all ages 9:45 a.m. 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 & 10:15 a.m. Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA/N) Sun. W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m. Jacob’s Church Route 143, New Tripoli, 610-756-6252 SS 9 a.m., W 10 a.m., BS Wed. 7 p.m. www.jacobschurch.org Jerusalem Lutheran Church Palmerton, 610-681-5200 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Jerusalem U.C.C. Palmerton, 610-681-4412 W 9 & 10:30 a.m. Kingdom Life Family Center Orefield (N) W 10 a.m. Living Hope Lighthouse Palmerton, 610-826-2201 W 10 a.m. Living Stone Fellowship New Tripoli, 610-298-3020 W 10 a.m. Helping Hands Community Church A ministry of Emerald St. Peter’s Parryville, 610-737-1450 (HA) Fireside Fridays 6-9 p.m. LifeTree Cafe Saturdays 5 p.m.
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Mountain View Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-759-7553 W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
St. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Trinity E.C. Church Berlinsville, 484-408-5288 (HA) W 8:55 a.m., SS 10:05 a.m.
Northampton Assembly of God Cherryville Rd., 610-262-5645 W 10:15 a.m. & 6 p.m. SS 9:30 a.m.
St. John’s U.C.C. Laury's Station (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Trinity E.C. Church Slatington, 484-553-0218 W 10 a.m., Bible Study Wed 7 p.m.
Northampton Lutheran Parish Holy Trinity Slovak & Zion 8:45 AM SS 10 AM Worship at Zion 1904 Main Street Interim Pastor Bruce MacLaughlin 610-261-1812
St. John’s U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-5554 (HA/N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.
Northern Lehigh Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m.
St. John’s E.L.C. Lehighton, 570-386-9960 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church Lehighton, 610-377-4303 SW 9:30 a.m. 1st Saturday 5 p.m. W/Holy Communion 1st Tuesday 10 a.m. Quiet Communion Sunday Church School-Ages 3 through grade 6, 10:45 a.m. through May 28, 2017
People’s E.C. Church Lehighton W 8:30/10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
St. Matthew's E.L.C. Lehighton, 610-377-2972 W 8:30 a.m., SS 10 a.m. Rev. Michael Frost
Sacred Heart Church Palmerton (HA) W Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:30 & 11 a.m.
St. Matthew’s U.C.C. Kunkletown, 610-381-2442 W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.
United Church of Christ Greenawalds 2325 Albright Ave. Allentown 610-435-1763 uccgreenawalds.org W 10:30 a.m.
Salem United Methodist Church Danielsville (N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 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.
United Presbyterian Church of Slatington Slatington, 610-767-8113 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
St. Paul’s U.C.C. of Indianland Cherryville, 610-767-5751 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Union United Church of Christ Neffs, 610-767-6961 (HA/N) W 8 & 10:30 a.m., Children 10:30 a.m.
Salem United Methodist Church Aquashicola 610-826-2577 W 11 a.m., 2nd Sunday Fellowship 12 p.m.
St. John’s U.C.C. - Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA/N) W 9:30 a.m.
Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632 W 10 a.m.
St. Paul’s U.C.C. Northampton, 610-261-2910 (HA/N) W 10:15 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
Shepherd’s Chapel www.shepherdschapel.com Regional online fellowship.
St. Paul’s UCC-U Big Creek 484-571-6083 W 8:30 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Whitehall, 610-262-1600 W 8/10:15 a.m., SS 8:50 a.m.
St. Peter’s Church of Emerald Emerald, 610-767-6233 (HA) Contemporary Worship 9 a.m., Com. 1st Sun., Blended Worship 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. AWANA 6 p.m., BS Mon. 11 a.m. & Wed., 7 p.m.
Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276 W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. St. John’s Episcopal Church Palmerton W 8 & 10 a.m. 610-826-2611 St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church Palmerton, 610-826-7766 W 10:30 a.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 8 & 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. (HA/N)
St. Peter’s U.C.C. Northampton (HA) W & SS 9 a.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Whitehall, 610-435-3901 (H) W Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Palmerton, 610-826-2359 Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. The Church of God Palmerton, 610-826-4972 W 10:15 a.m.
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Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (HA, N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 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 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. Whitehall Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Whitehall Mennonite Church Egypt, 610-262-1270 (N) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Zion U.C.C. Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W 8:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Zion’s Stone U.C.C. Northampton, 610-262-1133 W 10:15 a.m.. SS 9 a.m. KEY W–Worship, SS–Sunday School, N–Nursery, HA–Handicapped Accessible, BS–Bible Study, SG–Study Group
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Northern Lehigh Senior High 2017 - 2018 First Marking Period Honor Roll submitted by JAMIE FARBER
Principal’s List: 12th Grade: Megan Adams, Carmen Alvaro, Tori Csanadi, Jerod Czarnecki, Gabriel Delong, Kyle Detweiler, Ryan Fine, Seth Frohnheiser, Kristi Grabarits, Paige Hemingway, Danielle Hoffman, Kaitlin A. Hoffman, Trevor R. Hoffman, Ashley Kolb, Kyle Krempasky, Kevin Kressler, Samantha Lambert, Nicholas Lehman, Jarett Loch, Zachary Long, Bridget Lynch, Angel Martinez, Kathryn McGeehan, Pierce McGowan, Michael McKinney, Samantha Muthard, Jenny Ni, Cailie Niebell, Chase Ohlson, Jillian Olewine, Jason Pepe, Katrina Redline, Sarah Rello, Zainab Salih, Sagan Schaffer, Blake Schuck, Mason Seiler, Justin Steier, Olivia Toth, Ian Trumbauer, Megan Witczak, Jenna Zarkoski, Katie Ziegler 11th Grade: Carlos Alvarado Ruiz, Emily Bachman, Tyler Bandle, Anthony Bardelli, Amber Cieri, Austin Deibert, Dylan Derkits, Franki Dibilio, Luke Eitner, Kaley Farkas, Charles Fleischmann, Katie Guelcher, Cory Hammond, Barry Hausman, Brandon Hess, Hailey Karpowich, Nathan Keller, Preston Kemery, Jamie Knerr, Sean Kreglow, Edge Kroll, Jack Ligenza, Quinton Mack, Anthony Mammana, Michael Martineau, Lexi Meckes, Abigail Merkle, Madison Posivak, Erin Rigby, Olivia Romig, Aaron Rudolph, Joshua Satterlee, Scott Schaeffer, Emma Schmoyer, Devin Slack, Shayla Smith, Calista Smoyer, Madyson Sterner, Nicholas Stinson, Brianna Strohl, Morgan Thomas, Julia Thomason, Courtney Trumbore, Caleb Wanamaker, Brittney Wertman, Molly Wilk, Kaitlyn Yesik, Ivan Zheng 10th Grade: Madison Amorim, Harlee Bachman, Preston Bauer, Jagger Bolton, Jason Check, Cole Cheesbrough, Jade-Amber Cool, Maddison Cunfer, Sylvia Dise, Autumn Dotterer, Sabrina Grabarits, Alexa Hartman, Lauren Hoffman, Madison Hoffman, Paige Hude, Robert Kerr, Dylan Kuntz, Benjamin Lehman, Tyler Lindsay, Tyler Long, Alison Lorah, Kayleen Martinez-Torres, Jada Mills, Zachary Moyer, Noah Myers, Reagan Pender, Cadence Rehrig, Ava Rosario, Austin Rudolph, Brianna Schuck, Catherine Shelly, Carter Smith, Shyanna Williams, Brandon Zellner 9th Grade: Michael Adams, Elija Albert, Riley Albert, Olivia Bailey, Sofia Boyesen, Jeremy Brensinger, Makenzie Brungard, Erica Detweiler, Shelley Dotterer-Paxson, Hailey Evans, Gage Giering, Courtney Gimbar, Riley Griffith, Kristen Guelcher, Ryan Hammond, Caleb Hankee, Brady Hanzarik, Kaitlyn Hausman, Trent Herman, Carlee Hoffman, Patrick Hollenbach, Breanna Hoppes, Emily Hunsicker, Jason Hunter, Elijah Jackovitz, Natalie Keller, Shaina Mazzocca, Nicholas Miller, GinoCarlos Nurena, Francine Ohlson, Maggie Reitz, Madison Seier, Ariana Smoyer, Kaitlyn Torres, Corinne Verba, Katelyn Verba, Julia Wanamaker, Aidan Williams, Evan Zambo, Hunter Zehner 30
High Honor Roll: 12th Grade: Riley Adams, Katherine Clouse, Destinee Cruz, Hunter Haas, Rachel Holmes, Jonathan Hunsicker, Victoria Lear, Annelise Lutz, Bryson Minnich, Alycia Nunez, Hunter Oberle, Abigail Quigley, Rose Quigley, Kira Rex, Carson Russell, Robert Shoff, Seanna Thomas, Tiffani Traugher 11th Grade: Dominic Bandle, Leigha Bauder, Jordan Cordero, Danielle Delong, Joshua Fritchman, Eboney Grant, Eliza Hall, Mikki Heintzelman, Hannah Kukitz, Trevor Miechur, Aryanna Papovich, Arieanna Sabella, Jada Saeger, Nicholas Seier, Alyssa Snyder 10th Grade: Paige Bauer, Alec Berger, Nathan Green, Allison Handwerk, Seth Houser, Alissa Melendez, Andrew Mosko, Madison Peters, Luiz Santos, Rebecca Weist 9th Grade: Brooke Bower, Claudia Cozzi, Angalena DeSanto, Madison Desh, Kenneth Dyer, Elizabeth Eckert, Evan Horninger, Brenton Krempasky, Grant Olewine, Brenden Smay, Joshua Sollars, Blake Sterner, Adalena Warmkessel, Charles Wilk III, Paige Zellner Honor Roll: 12th Grade: Giovani Colon, Kyara Cotton, Briannia DeSanto, Danielle Doll, Tyler Dougherty, Jonathan Everitt, Justin Frable, Tyler Hallam, Emily Hartman, Eden Herring, Shelbie Hyrowich, Dawson Kuhns, Joshua Kuntz, Aja Liciaga, Ayden Lopinto, Jacob Mankos, Annie McIntyre, Paige Neff, Sixx Neff, Samantha Papay, Amelita Pjetrovic, Emme Reiser, Donna Rejician, Glenslymarie Rivera-Barreto, Trevor Schaadt, Sydney Skepton, Mark Spalding, Kara Steckel, Emily Torrens, Evan Williams, Emily Zellner 11th Grade: Andrew Bowman, Adriana Boyett, Hannah Cantrell, Jionnyx Constanza, Wesley Delans, Miryam Garnett-Wyche, Chance Herman, Mason McGowan, William Menjivar-Rubio, Erick Morales, Cayla Novicki, Mason Olewine, Michael Patterson, Damion Rodriguez, Noah Smith, Christian Stakowski, Lauren Weiss, Carly Mae Woolson, Joseph Yesik, Seth Zakrezewski 10th Grade: Hannah Albert, Aundrea Bare, Tia Behler, Ahstin Creyer, Madison Davis, Jacob Forker, Tia Horack, Alicia Horn, Makenzie Hunsicker, Tyler Kidd, John Kline, Briana Kulp, Aurora McGovern, Angel Melendez, Matthew Peters, Jeremiah Reed, Tyler Sherman, Samuel Weaber, Robert Wetzel 9th Grade: Garret Beatty, Alec Benner, Michael Chirico, Leaira Collins, Nathan Ellan, Lillian Fine, Dale German, Teague Herzog, Elizabeth Kremposky, Daniel Lewis, Alexia Mankos, David Medina, Chase Misera, Bielman Morales-Perez, Jonathan Nuttall, Trinity Packard, Andrew Phengsy, Lucas Rauch, Abberly Ressler, Savannah Smyth, Alena Snyder News@TownAndCountryGazette.com || DECEMBER 21, 2017
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St. John Neumann Regional School 40th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Celebrating 40 Years of Service at St. John Neumann Regional School, the Slatington Campus had a ceremonial ribbon cutting. This was a public event in partnership with the Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce, which took place Tuesday, December 5th with the ribbon cutting at 6:15pm. Students sang Christmas Carols to everyone in attendance, getting them in the true Christmas spirit. Among the people to help us celebrate were Mayor Niedermeyer, Jack Bechtel, Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber Chair and Lehigh County Executive Thomas Muller. Lehigh County Executive Muller presented SJNRS with an official Proclamation for the 40th Anniversary!
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The ribbon cutting is the continuation of the 40th Anniversary events. On January 5th Bishop Schlert will be celebrating Mass with the students at Sacred Heart Parish in Palmerton at 8:30am with a light breakfast to follow. That evening, January 5th, from 6:30-8:30 at Palmerton Campus current parents and parents of past graduates are invited to gather together to share memories. The following day, January 6th, there will be a gathering of alumni from 2pm-4pm in the Palmerton Campus. Refreshments and tours of both campuses will be available. Check out our website at www.sjnrschool. com and our Facebook page, “St. John Neumann Regional School.” Call us (610)-826-2354.
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Woman’s Club of Slatington Enjoys the Holiday Submitted by BECKY LIENHARD
The Woman’s Club of Slatington hopes you enjoy the Holiday Season. The club members displayed their vision of Holiday Carolers at the Springside Fishpond in Slatington. The club is sponsoring a juried Arts Contest on April 23, 2018 at the Slatington Public Library. Please stop at the library to pick-up the rules and entry form or contact Louise Bechtel at slatlib2@ptd.net
or Becky Lienhard d_blienhard@msn.com for additional information. Our next meeting is Monday, January 15, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 40 Second Street, Slatington. Amy Hillenbrand will be our special speaker. She will speak on the importance of exercise and good health. Please join us and bring a friend!
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Northern Lehigh Middle School 2017 - 2018 First Marking Period Honor Roll submitted by TRICIA WAYLEN
HIGH HONOR ROLL: Must have a composite average of 95% or above AND all individual course averages of 90% or above. 8th Grade: Trevor J. Amorim, Gabriel L. Diaz, Alexis R. Hollinger, Cydney K. Krause, Sophia D. Lear, Ryan S. Lynch, Caelin R. Mack, Emily E. Moyer, Brooke J. Nonnemacher, Anee L. Reiser, Abigail E. Williams 7th Grade: Ava L. Blaxland, Jacob W. Bottcher, Jesiah WA. Burton, Bianca J. Carrion, Brittney K. Diehl, Sabrina J. DiGiovanna, Danielle M. Dougherty, Keona J. Dyer, Diego E. Fenstermaker, Lily L. Groover, Zoe Haines, Justin R. Hunter, Ethan R. Karpowich, Ariel E. Kern, Caitlin J. Kirk, Cameron B. Kuntz, Madelynn E. Mack, Nia C. Nicholson, Alivia K. Obenski, Cadence A. Peters, Aisha Pjetrovic, Delia E. Quier, Colby L. Rehrig, Giana C. Rosario, Reagan G. Schaeffer, Jackson M. Schoch, Chloe M. Schoemaker, Gabriella L. Smoyer, Alexis N. Traugher, Kaylee M. Wilk HONOR ROLL: Must have composite average of 85% or above AND all individual course averages of 70% or above. 8th Grade: Sarah N. Adams, Jovannie J. Avila, Bella O. Blaxland, Zachary M. Chamberlain, Paige M. Craddock, Connor P. Davis, Brooke A. Delancey, Kaiden S. Dos Santos, Matthew J. Frame, Daniel A. Gonzalez, Cole J. Hausman, Kendall M. Heiney, Hunter H. Henritzy, Brianna N. Hess, Morgan A. Hoffner, Colby R. Jackovitz, Chase H. Jones, Raven M. Klimek, Eric J. Kraynik, Brianna S. Kuhns, Owen C. Levan-Uhler, Rozalynn C. Lopez, Rebekah L. McGeehan, Brynn R. Messinger, Carly A. Mikulski, Trinity E. Miller, Brett A. Misera, Ty J. Moffitt, Gabrielle K. Myster, Emma J. Niebell, Briana S.
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Mrs. Claus visit the Slatington Library submitted by LOUISE BECHTEL
The Slatington Public Library had a very important visitor who helped celebrate Slatington’s First Friday on December 1st. Mrs. Claus (Donna Leiser,) came to read stories, play games and distribute presents to the children of the community. The coloring books that were gifted were donated by Crayola. There were candy canes and treats for everyone, and when the last gift was given it was time to walk over to the Slatington Community Tree Lighting ceremony. It was an enjoyable way for both the young and the old to begin the holiday season.
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For all Slatington Library information, visit our website www.slatelibrary.com The Slatington Library Board and Staff wish all of the Gazette’s readers a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Please call the library for a listing of holiday hours. The Library is raffling off a beautiful crocheted Christmas afghan. Festive Christmas swags are on sale. Are you an Amazon shopper? If you are, shop www.smile.amazon.com and select the Slatington Library and we will receive
For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given: Isaiah 9:6
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1% of what you spend as a donation. You can use your existing account. The book club meets on the first Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. New members are always welcome. January’s title is “Dancing under the Red Star” by Karl Tobien. Copies of the book are available at the library. The topic for the Diabetes lecture for December is “Navigating Holiday Desserts.” It will be held on Wednesday, December 27th at 1:00 p.m. Bechtel’s Pharmacy, Inc. sponsors the Diabetes series. Past lectures can be watched on youtube through links from the library’s home page. Visit the library’s website to find all the free links available to library patrons.You can learn a language on Rosetta Stone, look up your ancestors on Heritage Quest or learn how to fix your car in
the Chilton Library. You can check out an e-book through the Carbon Lehigh Downloadable Library(Overdrive) and e-magazines on Zinio. The library’s catalog is available online as well as many other education-based databases, all just a click away. There is always a book sale at the Library. Books are $1.00 a bag. The library takes donations of books. We do not take encyclopedias, National Geographic’s 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.
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Deadline Approaching to Adopt a Banner in Slatington submitted by ROBERT STETTNER
Northern Lehigh Future Focus reminds area businesses, civic organizations and residents that the “adopt a banner” program continues until the end of 2017. In 2004 parts of Slatington became a National Register Historic District. To promote the historic district and welcome visitors to Slatington, future focus designed, raised funds and purchased 24 banners in 2005, which previously were located along Main Street throughout the borough’s designated Historic District. The three-color double-sided cloth banners included a design of the local Victorian architecture, a welcoming slogan and announced the historic district. In 2007 a second adopt a banner program added more banners to Main Street and replaced some that were lost or damaged from extreme weather conditions. After more than a decade of use and exposure to the elements, the old banners are no longer usable, and need to be replaced. NLFF has secured a grant from the Lehigh Valley Chamber Foundation to help purchase at least 28 new banners. The previous banners were a maroon color, the new banners will be blue in color to more closely resemble Northern Lehigh School District’s school colors. If the adopt a banner program is a success even more banners will be able to be purchased, for placement in additional locations or for use as spares. Future Focus hopes interested individuals, civic groups and businesses will consider helping defray the cost of the banner project by adopting a banner at a cost of $100 each. Future Focus hopes to have the new banners installed by spring 2018. Deadline to adopt a banner is December 31, 2017. If you would like to adopt a banner, please send a check payable to Northern Lehigh Future Focus, P.O. Box 243, Slatington, PA 18080. If you would like further information or have questions please call Dan @ (610) 760-0685.
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LCCC to Offer Job Skills Training in Manufacturing submitted by DENISE M. REIFINGER
Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) will provide current, quality skills training in the following areas for individuals wanting to enter a career in manufacturing. All classes include both online learning and hands-on training at the college’s main campus in Schnecksville. Production Technician teaches essential aspects of manufacturing processes for an entry-level job in the manufacturing industry. Course content includes math, measurements, manufacturing processes and more. Classes will be held Wednesdays, Jan. 17 through April 25, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $995. In addition, manufacturing training is offered in an open-enrollment schedule and provides certificates for the following programs. Certificates are stackable and articulate to related LCCC associate degree programs. • Industrial Automation • Electrical and Mechanical Technicians • Programmable Logic Controllers • Mechatronic Technologies • Production Technician
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7th Annual Senior Citizen Holiday Program at Slatington Elementary School There was nothing but smiles and joy that filled the air at Slatington Elementary School on the morning of Tuesday, December 12th as the students put on their 37th Annual Senior Citizen Holiday Program. Grades third through sixth perormed a number of songs and poems for the large crowd. After the performance the guests were invited for a nice holiday lunch.
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May You have the Gift of Faith The Blessing of Hope and the Peace of His Love May you and your family be blessed with our Savior’s presence and love throughout Christmas and the New Year!
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Please visit www.cliu.org, Employment Opportunities, to complete a profile and download an Application Packet or call 610‐769‐4111 ext. 1292
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The Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21 is currently seeking Special Education Teachers for our classrooms in Carbon and Lehigh counties. These positions work 194 days per year. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, program development, classroom environment, and implementation of instruction in the Special Education Classroom. PDE Certification as a Special Education Teacher is required.
"CLIU is a service agency committed to Helping Children Learn." EOE
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Beginning with the New Year, Steckel and Stopp is proud to offer veterans and their spouses a ten percent discount on basic estate planning documents. Kindly mention your status as a veteran at the initial office conference. Thank you for your service.
Steckel and Stopp, attorneys–at-law is a Law Firm with offices at Main Street and Walnut Street, Slatington; Schnecksville and Northampton. The Firm has been serving the needs of the Lehigh Valley area for over 70 years.
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CLASSIFIEDS NOTICE TO CLASSIFIED ADVERTISERS: ALL CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID FOR BEFORE PUBLICATION. This means you must send your payment with your ad when placed by mail, pay for your ad when placed in person at the office, or mail your payment to reach our office before we go to print if your ad was faxed or called in. If payment is not received BEFORE press time, your ad will NOT be included in that edition of the Gazette. HOW TO USE OUR CLASSIFIED SECTION: Mail your ads, with a check for $10 per ad (up to 25 words), to T&C Gazette, 255E S. Best Ave., Walnutport, PA 18088, or call in your ad to 610-767-9600 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. OR fax anytime to 610-767-9612. PRICING: $10 for first 25 words; $15 for 26-45 words; $20 for 46-65 words; $25 for 66-85 words; $30 for 86-105 words; $35 for 106-125 words. NOTICE: 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.
Events Winter Carnival at Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Co. #1, 2440 Fairyland Road on Saturday, January 20 from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. Snow date is January 21. Entertainment by Tony Angelo, Chinese auction, bake sale, bingo, themed baskets, cartoon portraits, games, and good food. Free admission, public welcome. (1/4)
For Sale Apples, cider, potatoes, eggs, honey, and deer apples. Emerald Cider Mill 610-767-8304. (1/18) Holiday Goodies: 5 dz cookie tray 22.00, Pumpkin Roll 11.00, Kiffles and Nut Tossies 5.00 dz, Cut outs 4.00 dz, Peanut butter blossoms or cream cheese cupcakes 3.50 dz, chocolate chip, peanut butter, sugar, oatmeal, or snowballs 3.25 dz, Clear Toy, chocolate, or cake pops 6.00 dz. Call to order. Berlinsville area. 610-392-1843 (12/21) Seasoned mixed hardwoods 16� $200/cord. Oak available $250/ cord. Call 484-221-4148 (2/1) Snow tires ( 4) bridgestone snow tires 235-45-17 like new $325.00 610-360-1666 (12/21)
Help Wanted Easton Coach Company seeks full-time Paratransit Drivers (Non-CDL) for our Lehigh Valley operations in Easton and Whitehall. Must be available to work some weekends. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance, 401(k) w/ company match, paid holidays,
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vacation & personal time. Drug free required. Attn: HR or fax to 610-252-8667. Mail applications to or stop by: 1200 Conroy Place, Easton, PA 18040 3668 Crescent Court East, Whitehall, PA 18052 Immediate Openings! (2/1/18)
Personals Looking for a male age, 50-58 for companionship, white, PA. Home number 610-762-9955, ask for Mary, leave a message. (12/21) SWM, 52, clean, healthy, and financially secure seeks romantic female 35-50 for dating, friendship, companionship. Any race OK. Call Joe at 484-719-0704 24/7, leave message, will return call. (1/4/18)
and outside loading docks. Ideal for manufacturing, warehouse, and automotive. Triple Net lease rate: $1975 per month. Sale price: $297,000. Owner financing available to qualified applicants. Call Malcolm at 610-909-6348 (1/4) 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. 732-309-9671. (12/21/17) Egyptian Sands Motel: Room for Rent: Private bath, maid service, all utilities included, clean, quiet, safe, $195/week or $620/month, call 610-262-8050 for details. (3/15/18) 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. (12/21)
Take a bite out of the Gazette classifieds! Real Estate For Rent 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. $590 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691. (12/20/18) Commercial Warehouse Available: 18 Seventh St. Slatington. 10,400 sq ft with inside
3 bedroom house for one to three adults only. No children or pets. Swamp Hollow Road, Slatington. $800 per month. Call 610-767-5454. (2/16)
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much more. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington. 610-248-7988. (12/21/17) Karen's Cleaning Service: Before and after the holiday cleaning, as well as weekly thru monthly. All natural products. Call for estimate 610-972-9718 (12/21) NEED A SNOW PLOW? Fast service, Driveways/sidewalk with ice melt/salt. Home owner/Business Properties. Lowest price. Contract Available. For Emergency Services, Call 484-262-3097. TEXT ONLY 610-417-4917. (3/1/18)
Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute Repairs: Quality work by a trained professional musician. Same day emergency work when possible. Call Jerry Stewart 610-262-7590 (12/21) 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 (2/15)
Wanted Do you have broken A/C or dehumidifiers that you don't want to pay to have removed? If so, please call 610-730-1089 to schedule a free pick-up and removal. Items must be easily accessible. (10/4/18) Buying Guitars, Accordions, Violins, Old Amplifiers, Saxophones, Drums, Horns, Violins, Most Older Musical Instruments. Local Pick-up. Call Mike 330-3677100. (12/21)
EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY! The Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21 has IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the following positions: Instructional Assistants Contracted Behavioral Support Job Coach Substitute Teachers/IA Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children!
Please visit www.cliu.org, Employment Opportunities, to create a profile and download an Application Packet or call 610‐769‐4111 ext. 1292 “Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21 is a service agency committed to Helping Children Learn.” EOE
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