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From the Publisher’s Desk
Joe Korba It finally feels like winter out there and I hear we might be getting some snow this weekend, which is a shame because I was planning on heading to Philly for a concert with some friends on Saturday. I hope it holds off. I especially hope that we don’t get any storms on Gazette delivery days like it seemed would happen every issue last year and the year before. I guess I can’t complain. We have been pretty lucky with the weather this season. As always, enjoy this edition of the Gazette! On the Cover: Passenger steam train passing through the Gap on Sunday, August 23, 2015.
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Woman’s Club Arts Contest Coming Soon
Submitted by CAROL MILLER It’s time to round up the oils, watercolors, pencils, cameras, and get them ready. The Woman’s Club of Slatington will be sponsoring a juried arts and photography contest. Both contests are open to club members, non-members, and students in grades 7-12. We invite you to participate. Contest rules detailing entry categories by grade level are available by contacting the members listed below. All entries are due no later than April 2. Please note that entries are limited to one per category. All entries will be judged by entrant category.
Student entries will be judged with the following cash prizes to be awarded in each grade-level category: First place winners will receive $25, second place $15, and third place $10. Entries will be displayed in the Slatington Public Library from April 11-30. Projects may be picked up in the library after April 19. The display will continue through April 30 when all projects must be picked up. For more information, please contact Sharon Karpiszin at skarpiszin@gmail.com or Carol Miller at carolm1@ptd.net.
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Meet The Staff
Our coupon special edition should probably promote thrifty spending, but it’s time to share the guilt—what was your last big spending splurge? Joe Korba, Associate Publisher
Catherine Stroh, Publishing Assistant
My wife and I bought a house. It’s kind My last big splurge was buying three of scary, but mostly awesome. Talk liquid lipsticks for $20 a piece ... did I need them? Technically, no. But they’re about a spending splurge!
Danielle Tepper, Editor
I haven’t actually bought it yet, but I’m shopping around for an iMac desktop for personal use. Prior to that, I spent quite a bit while redecorating my bedroom in the fall. Paint, new shelves, a new wall mirror, new curtains ... it adds up!
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By far, the biggest splurge in my recent history was my ticket for the Neil Diamond concert last March at the PP&L Arena. Despite the practically blizzard conditions endured to and from the venue, it was well worth the price!
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My last big spending splurge was for Christmas. I had set a dollar limit for each adult and grandchild early in the season. Well, as time got closer, the dollar limit almost tripled for each person. Bad big spending splurge = awesome family holiday.
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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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Vigilant Fire Company 2016 Officers
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Off The Shelf
Slatington Library News
Submitted by LOUISE BECHTEL The library has the basic PA tax forms. We do not have any federal forms.You can file online and download forms from the websites. Computer print-outs are 40 cents per page. The topic for the diabetes lecture for the month of January is “Hot Topics in Diabetes Research.” The lecture will be given January 27 at 1 p.m. at the library. If you are still shopping, remember to shop Amazon Smile (www.smile.amazon.com) and select the library to receive the donation. Amazon Smile gives a percentage of what you spend to a nonprofit organization of your choice, similar to the old Pathmark rewards program. Being a member of the library provides the patron access to both e-books and e-magazines. E-books are made available at the Carbon Lehigh Downloadable Library (cldl.lib.overdrive.com). E-magazines are available from Zinio. Both links
are provided on the library’s website. The next preschool story hour session will begin in March. Library hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 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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Northampton Area Public Library Needs Volunteers Vader and other characters from the Star Wars universe as they promote literacy and reading during their visit at the library. The Northampton Area Public Library will also host Harry Potter Book Night on Thursday, February 4 at 6 p.m. Join us for an evening of activities and games based on the Harry Potter series for the entire family. We encourage you to dress up as your favorite Harry Potter character. Registration for this event begins Monday, January 11. For further information, please call the library at 610-262-7537.
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Support Groups For Survivors Of Sexual Assault
Submitted by MEGAN ALLEN Have you or a loved one experienced sexual violence? Don’t suffer in silence—the Crime Victims Council is here to help. Support groups are forming now for adult men and women survivors of sexual assault. Each group has a maximum capacity of 10 participants and is led by a trained sexual assault counselor. All sessions will be held at 801 Hamilton Street in Allentown
on the third floor. —Adult Male Survivors of Sexual Assault: Begins February 1 and meets every Monday at 5:30 p.m. for 8-10 weeks. To join this group, contact Connor Moriarty at 610-437-6610 ext. 18 or email cmoriarty@cvclv.org. —Adult Female Survivors of Sexual Assault: Begins March 1 and meets every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. for 8-10 weeks. To join this group, contact Freda Rafes at 610-437-6610 ext. 19 or email frafes@cvclv.org. Crime Victims Council (CVC) of the Lehigh Valley is a nonprofit, comprehensive victim service and rape crisis center serving Lehigh and Northampton counties. Confidential services are available to all victims of crime at no cost, including private counseling for people of all ages, a 24/7 hotline (610-437-6611), crisis intervention, victim rights advocacy, and accompaniment to police stations, hospitals, and court. Violence and sexual assault prevention education programs for all age groups, as well as training programs for professionals, are also available at no cost. For more information about CVC services, please call 610-437-6610, visit our website at cvclv.org, or find us on Facebook.
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Tours And Soup-To-Go At Traditions Of Hanover Submitted by KRISTY MUENZ Get out of the cold winter weather and join Traditions of Hanover for some warm soup and a tour. Traditions of Hanover Independent Living is pleased to open their doors and welcome the public in for tours Thursday, January 28 between 2 and 4 p.m. Stop by Traditions of Hanover and take a tour of the beautiful independent living community and learn more about the services provided to seniors to help them remain active, healthy, and independent in their senior years. When your tour is over, grab some delicious, homemade, hot soup to take home: choices are New England Clam Chowder, Italian Wedding, and Chicken Mulligatawny. This event is free and open to the public, however RSVPs are appreciated. Please call 610882-0400 for more information or to RSVP. Winner of the Best of 2016 Award on SeniorAdvisor.com, Traditions of Hanover Independent Living is a unique retirement community offering Independent Living residences on an affordable month-to-month lease with no buy-in fees. Resident services and apartment features include meals, housekeeping,
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Submitted by LORRAINE GUNDRUM Cord of Three Women’s Bible Study is held every other Monday at 6:30 p.m. Two studies are available: The Armor of God by Priscilla Shirer or Stronger—Finding Hope in Fragile Places by Angela Thomas. Wednesday night activities for ages three to adult are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Classes include GriefShare, DivorceCare, Prayer Group, Men’s Bible Study, True Depth: Moving Beyond Cultural Churchianity, Kingdom Kids, and Ignite Youth. Autism Ministry is Sunday mornings at 10:45 a.m. 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. For more information, please call the church office at 610-767-1239 or visit us online at www. bethanywes.org.
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The Sin of Despising God
God God told told the the complaining complaining Israelites Israelites in in the the wilderness wilderness that that He He was was going to give them what they wanted—meat for “even a whole month, going to give them what they wanted—meat for “even a whole month, until it come out at your nostrils, and it be loathsome unto you: because until it come at your nostrils, and(Numbers it be loathsome you: because that ye haveout despised the Lord” 11:20).unto To despise is “to distain lookdespised down on.”the They despised God 11:20). when they complained that yeorhave Lord” (Numbers To despise is “to about the manna that He was daily miraculously giving them when distain or look down on.” They despised God when they complained they should have been thanking God for His provision! They belittled about the manna that He wasbeen dailymagnifying miraculously giving them when God when they should have God! “O magnify the they have for together” His provision! They34:3). belittled Lordshould with me, andbeen let usthanking exalt hisGod name (Psalms Just as a magnifying glass lets see things larger God! than we God when they should haveusbeen magnifying “O normally magnify see the them, we need magnification all name aspects of God’s(Psalms character to comLord with me, and let us exaltofhis together” 34:3). Just pensate for our limited human view and small perception of an almighty as a magnifying glass letstous see things see God! That’s why we need prayerfully andlarger daily than read we the normally word of God! them, we need all aspects God’s character comThe more of themagnification greatness ofofGod we see,ofthe more we will to want to magnify for Himour with thanks and praise! pensate limited human view and small perception of an almighty We That’s can be guilty of this sin by belittling and notthebelieving His God! why we need to prayerfully and daily read word of God! promises of the good things He has chosen for us. “They despised The more of the greatness of Godnot wehis see,word” the more we will want to the pleasant land, they believed (Ps. 106:24). magnify thanks We canHim be with guilty of thisand sinpraise! by not highly regarding God’s commands as did adultery with in which We can be King guiltyDavid of thisin his sin sin by ofbelittling and Bathsheba not believing His God charged he had “despised commandment of the Lord” promises of that the good things He hasthe chosen for us. “They despised (2 Samuel 12:9). David’s sin revealed his failure to value God’s holy the pleasant land, they believed not“thou his word” (Ps. 106:24). nature, as seen in God’s accusation, hast despised me” (v.10). We can guilty of this sinnot byvaluing not highly God’s comDon’t be be guilty of this sin by (and regarding therefore not accepting) God’s only means of salvation—Jesus Christ! “He is despised and mands as did King David in his sin of adultery with Bathsheba in which rejected of men…he despised, we esteemed himLord” not” God charged that he hadwas “despised theand commandment of the (Isaiah 53:3).
(2 Samuel 12:9). David’s sin revealed his failure to value God’s holy nature, as seen in God’s accusation, “thou hast despised me” (v.10). Don’t be guilty of this sin by not valuing (and therefore not accepting) God’s only means of salvation—Jesus Christ! “He is despised and rejected of men…he was despised, and we esteemed him not” (Isaiah 53:3).
St. Peter’s UMC Events
Submitted by SHARLEEN CROSSETT As the New Year begins, so does the planning here at St. Peter’s. Starting in February, we prepare for our fundraising to start with our pierogie sale. Ash Wednesday is February 10 and we will be having our first Lenten meal together at 5:30 p.m. followed by our service at 7 p.m. with the Imposition of Ashes and Holy Communion. Meals and services will continue each Wednesday during Lent at the same times. Continued on Page 15
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St. Peter’s UMC Continued from Page 14 Look ahead for our soup, potato filling, and bacon dressing sales just in time for Easter. More info to follow, but those interested may call 610767-1682 in the meantime to order. Tuesday morning Bible study is at 10 a.m. They will be studying “God Is Closer than You Think.” Wednesday evening Bible study at 7 p.m. is on Paul’s Epistles to the Romans. 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 Girl Scouts meet Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and our Cub Scouts meet Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Be sure to check out our website and Facebook for dates on fundraisers, such as hoagies, pierogies, and dinners. 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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January 2016 Business Of The Month
Submitted by ALICE WANAMAKER Client 1st Financial of Fogelsville has been named the January 2016 Business of the Month by the Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce. Each month, the chamber recognizes businesses in the Greater Northern Lehigh area that are making a difference in their communities. Client 1st Financial specializes in retirement planning, investment planning, business solutions, and protection planning. Michael Fischer, the president and CEO of Client 1st Financial, has qualified for the Achieving Client Excellent award for the 17th time. In 2014 Client 1st merged with Maron Financial Solutions which brought Drew Maron in as business partner. Client 1st was established in January 2011 and has always kept the interest of their clients first, hence their nam. Administrative Assistants Rose Sterner, Christiana Mondschein, Shelly Heberling, and Helen Morekin are an imperative part of the excellent client service you will experience at Client 1st Financial. Financial planning can seem overwhelming and confusing. The staff at Client 1st Financial is passionate about their clientele and always keeps their best interest in mind. Call Client 1st today at 610-841-3037 to see what they can do for you or visit www.client1stfinancial.com.
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Fall-Winter 2015 Mini Movie Reviews
Just in case you missed my column in our Thanksgiving issue, allow me to elaborate a bit on my movie-going habits ... I go to the movies pretty often, usually once a weekend unless there’s absolutely nothing I want to see or I have other plans. I’ve had this habit for the past few years now, always asking around for friends to join me, but it’s rare that people want to spend the money anymore as ticket prices climb ever higher. Or they only want to go when it’s raining. Or only when there’s something mind-blowingly awesome out, worthy of a big screen night out. Not me. I’ll see anything. With anyone. Or with no one. Hell, I go alone more often than not these days. It doesn’t bother me, in fact, it’s become my me time: I plop down in a practically empty theater (because I stick to Sundays or weeknights), stretch my legs, enjoy my snack, and revel in a couple hours of peace and quiet―relatively speaking. So, with all that movie-going, I can usually tell you what’s good and what to avoid. I get texts from long-distance friends asking for my opinions and suggestions. And I’ve got ‘em―so I’ve started to put that to good use for POP by giving you all a run-down of what I’ve seen recently, in order of release date ...
MOCKINGJAY PART 2 | 11/20/15
Key Players: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth
This was inevitable, as I’ve been following the Games since their first trek to the big screen in 2012. I was a huge fan of the books and eager to see them come to life on the silver screen. The first film was a masterpiece, beautifully true to the book, and wonderfully casted. Same for Catching Fire, my favorite of the three. Mockingjay Part 1 was plodding and slow and started to falter, however, as I sort of expected. Mockingjay is admittedly my least favorite
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book in the literary trilogy turned film tetralogy, as I felt the climax was glossed over and wrapped up far too lazily to give justice to the story as a whole. I wondered if they would be able to rectify that in the film version. So, my sister and I continued our tradition of heading to the theater on her first night home for her Thanksgiving break from college and went to witness the “epic conclusion” of the saga that catapulted J.Law into superstardom. It just didn’t feel so epic. It felt harried and disorganized, plotless and tired. Jennifer Lawrence lacked the conviction and determination that Katniss displayed so indignantly in the first installment. It was, by most counts, a disappointment ... but one you have to see to give yourself closure. See it? If successfully overthrowing corrupt government appeals to you or if you’ve ever wanted to share a pizza and a bottle of wine with Jen.
THE NIGHT BEFORE | 11/20/15 Key Players: Seth Rogen, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anthony Mackie
This looked juuuust dumb enough to be funny. And it was, but just barely. I went by myself hoping for a few good laughs (but mostly because I adore JGL) and found a stereotypical plot one might expect when viewing anything where Seth Rogen is a lead actor. The supposed-to-be-funniest scene featured his character doped up on a stocking’s worth of drugs and freaking out in the middle of Christmas Eve mass. The premise―three friends who are getting a little too old for this stuff vow to bring an epic end to their Night Before (Christmas) routine of all-night partying before Santa’s arrival―is weak as hell and Entertainment Weekly managed to sum it up in a chestnut shell: “A silly, stoned Turducken of a movie, stuffed with scattershot bro jokes and stacked with so many cameos (Mindy Kaling, Miley Cyrus, Tracy Jordan, Lizzy Caplan, Ilana Glazer, James Franco’s penis) that there’s hardly room for the main stars to do more than race from scene to scene in a blur of reindeer sweaters, wacky slapstick, and weed smoke.” See it? Only if you’re really, really bored. Or high.
VICTOR FRANKENSTEIN | 11/25/15 Key Players: James McAvoy, Daniel Radcliffe
This looked interesting enough for a solo Sunday evening, so I went. If the leads were lesser liked actors, I probably would’ve skipped it, but I love
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Dan from his Potter days and I would seriously sit and listen to James do a dramatic reading of an encyclopedia. I know there have been a thousand and one variations of the Frankenstein story, but this one promised to tackle a different angle, that of the mad scientist’s seen-butseldom-heard assistant, Igor. The build-up was rather fascinating, as they told the tale of Igor’s beginnings as a nameless freak show attraction and slowly unraveled the threads of Victor’s obsessive need to create life from death (and why). But the climax―the creation of “the monster”― fell so tragically flat that it practically upended the entire thing. It received middling reviews (only a C+ from my Bible, Entertainment Weekly) most likely for this reason. Igor’s sentiment that people won’t remember Frankenstein the man, only the monster, is sadly spot-on and yet, it was hard to see the connections between the story being told and the infamous legend that’s become so prevalent in today’s pop culture. But I suppose that’s what was supposed to make it different? See it? If you’re a fan of the stars, monsters, or origin stories.
SISTERS | 12/18/15
Key Players: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler
I saw this, predictably, with my sister when she got home from college for her winter break. I’ve never been a huge fan of the Fey-Poehler comedy duo, as I don’t watch SNL and have never really followed their careers. Mean Girls is a classic, but I tend to not like their brand of humor. I recently binge-watched Parks & Rec and was sort of indifferent about it, whereas I know there are people who positively love it. This was decent, however. The plot is basically one big party and the dialogue was biting and hilarious. I think they could’ve done better with casting a cuter guy as the romantic interest for Poehler and they severely under-utilized their friends’ cameos (I was hoping to see way more of Kate McKinnon). The climactic “problem” was a bit of a contrived plot point and the two sisters were, predictably, supposed to be polar opposites of each other―but for all of the trite details, the meat of the movie was actually a lot
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of fun. See it? If you’re fans of Fey, Poehler, other SNLers, or just watching a bunch of middle-aged has-beens get rip-roaring drunk.
STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS | 12/18/15 Key Players: Harrison Ford, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver
Saved the best for last! I, like apparently everyone else on the planet, couldn’t wait to see the seventh installment of this brilliant franchise. Considering I didn’t even exist yet at the time Luke Skywalker was first introduced, I had my first experience with George Lucas’ galaxy far far away in middle school. My mother, always trying to convince me to watch old “classics,” plopped me in front of A New Hope one night. I fell in love, completed the trilogy, and made my best friend down the street watch them too. She joined me in a new obsession―we were just two New Jersey 7th graders suddenly infatuated with a boy played by an actor who was now 50 years old in real life. We even had a sleepover specifically so we could watch the entire trilogy―all 6.5 hours―in one night together, complete with chips and ice cream and a whole plethora of junk to keep us up later than we’d ever been allowed before. All of this is to illustrate a rather simple fact―yes, I am a Star Wars fan. I’m not new to this space spectacle and I was genuinely excited, though admittedly a bit apprehensive, to see a new chapter with new faces reawaken our love for the saga. And that’s exactly what director J.J. Abrams did. There are a lot of parallels between episodes 4 and 7, but they were done smartly and tastefully. Boss man Joe Korba described it best, saying he revamped enough of the story to lure in a brand new audience while reminding fans of the originals what they loved most about the story that ended 32 years ago. It felt like we were truly starting a new journey while also experiencing an insane nostalgia fix―anyone else get chills at the first appearance of the opening crawl or maybe even a little teary-eyed at Han and Chewie’s iconic entrance? No? Just me? Liars. I could probably write an entire column on this movie alone, from the new characters played by incredible mostly-unknown-until-now actors, the special effects, the subtle choices in design and plot―but I’ll refrain from doing that here. Moral of the story is … IT WAS GOOD. See it? Duh. New fans or old, you’ll probably love it.
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Provident: John Andronis of Allentown, PA, Relationship Manager; Monica Mclain of Easton, PA, Portfolio Manager; Richard Montalvo of Hellertown, PA, Credit Analyst; Andrea Reid of Easton, PA, Events & Community Relations Administrator; June Webre of Allentown, PA, Regional President; Patrick Fields of Califon, NJ, Credit Analyst; Mary Sullivan of Breinigsville, PA, Cash Management Analyst; Lisa Owen of Allentown, PA, Commercial Credit Underwriting Team Leader; Julie Von Funk of Allentown, PA, Credit Analyst.
Community Services For Children Donations Collected Submitted by EMILY CHARLES The Provident Bank’s Lehigh Valley employees recently collected donations for Community Services for Children (CSC), a local nonprofit
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Vigilant Fire Company Slatington 2016 Events Schedule Friday February 12 Adult Toy Bingo Saturday February 13 Adult Toy Bingo Snow date Saturday February 27 Washington’s Birthday Party (Members Only) Saturday March 19 Ham & Money Raffle Friday April 8 Penny Party Friday May 6 Nickel Meat Party June – Summer Themed Bingo (Tentative) August – Block Party (Tentative) Friday November 4 Christmas Penny Party Friday November 18 Children’s Christmas Toy Bingo Friday December 2 Children’s Christmas Toy Bingo
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For ticket/event information call the Vigilant at 610-767-3832 or check out our Facebook page Vigilant Fire Company for updates and the latest information. (All events are subject to change)
Weekly Bingo – Every Monday & Wednesday beginning at 6:30 PM. Haddock & Steak Dinners – Fourth Friday of every month from January – May & September – December. (Exceptions: Fish Dinners will be held on March 18 and December 16, no dinner will be held in November.)
organization that through programs like Head Start, provide early learning programs, child care support, and professional development in 54 classrooms in Lehigh and Northampton Counties specifically for low-income families. Lehigh Valley employees collected winter gloves, hats, scarves, and books for each student of a local Head Start classroom, providing every boy and girl with a wrapped present to take home before the holidays. Head Start is the national commitment to give every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and in life. In the 50 years since its inception, Head Start has improved the lives of more than 32 million children and their families. Provident Bank is recognized for “Commitment You Can Count On,” and provides the most convenient and modern community banking services. For more information about The Provident Bank, visit www.providentnj.com.
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Engagement
Cole says, “Aunt Meggy and Uncle Jimmy are engaged!” and he gives it a thumbs up! Congratulations to Megan Howells and Jimmy Cope on their engagement! The whole family is so excited to be a part of this amazing step in both of your lives! We love you!
Schnecksville Fire Co Social Club
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January Is National Blood Donor Month
Submitted by BETH TOLL During National Blood Donor Month this January, donors of all blood types are needed to give blood to help ensure a sufficient supply in the new year. Seasonal declines often occur during winter because of severe winter weather and illnesses like the flu. The American Red Cross and Dunkin’ Donuts are celebrating National Volunteer Blood Donor Month with an exciting offer for blood and platelet donors this January. Through the “Give Blood.
Give Hope.” campaign, all those who come to give blood or platelets in January at select Red Cross blood drives in Pennsylvania, Maryland Virginia and Washington, D.C. will receive a coupon for a free pound of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee. (Promotion includes the following PA counties: Adams, Berks, Bucks, Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Delaware, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Perry, Juniata, Mifflin, Montgomery, Northampton, Philadelphia, and York.) Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Lehigh County, PA WHITEHALL 1/23/2016: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Muslim Association of Lehigh Valley, 1988 Schadt Avenue.
LCCC To Offer Job Skills Training For Trades Careers
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Submitted by DENISE REIFINGER Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) will provide current, quality skills training in the following areas for individuals wanting to learn a trade. These noncredit classes are offered on a rotational schedule during a semester and will be held at the college’s main campus in Schnecksville or at an off-campus location. Welding I teaches basic skills in Shielded Metal Arch Welding (Stick) on steel and will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 26 through March 10. Welding II continues with “out-of-position” instruction and takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 15 through April 28. Both levels of welding classes being offered are held from 6 to 9 p.m. at Welder Training & Testing Institute in Allentown at a cost of $575 each. Students are required to wear proper attire, which includes work boots, straight-leg jeans, long-sleeve shirt, safety glasses, and welding gloves, jacket and helmet. Equipment can be purchased at WTTI; call 610-437-9720 for pricing. Level II of Water Treatment Plant Operator is being held Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 8 through April 7, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at LCCC’s main campus. Cost is $562. To register or for more course information, visit www.lccc.edu, call 610-799-1197, or email ncregistrar@mymail.lccc.edu.
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Rescue Pet Meet Dixie Snuggles
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YouTuber J. R. Gilkinson’s 2013 encounter with an adorable baby sea lion is making new waves as it was recently rediscovered and re-shared by TheDodo.com January 11. The original clip has over 8 million views and has been steadily growing over the past couple of weeks. The video shows a spunky sea lion swimming alongside Gilkinson’s boat, then climbing aboard and making himself at home, which included a cuddle with Gilkinson himself. While undeniably adorable, the video has raised a few questions from concerned viewers, wondering why the pup was on his own and what happened to him when his visit came to an end. Gilkinson assured folks via YouTube comment which read, “After his nap for over an hour, I had to encourage him to get back in the water, but I dropped him off at the buoy area where there are a lot of sea lions that hang out. One popped up in the same area that he jumped in.” Good to know the little guy wasn’t left alone! The full video can be found on YouTube at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=YNPrUWXVlAY.
Dog • Hound Baby • Female • Medium This sweet little girl is waiting for a loving family to pick her up and give her a forever home. She needs kind and patient people who are willing to properly train her and deal with her puppy behavior. She’s at Furry Feet Rescue in Walnutport. To apply, visit www. furryfeetrescue.com. Please note there is a 90-minute drive limit on puppies. Her adoption fee is $250, plus a $100 deposit that will be returned when she has been spayed.
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Love of Learning Your School News Kindergarten Registration
Submitted by KATHLEEN REESE Northern Lehigh School District will hold kindergarten registration by appointment in March. Parents may register their child at Peters Elementary School on Tuesday, March 8, Wednesday, March 9, or Thursday, March 10. In order to enter kindergarten in September, a child must be five years old as of September 1, 2016. At the time of registration, parents must provide the child's originally issued birth certificate, a record of the child's immunizations, and parent photo identification. Two different proofs of residency are also required. Acceptable proofs are the following: driver’s license (updated or with change of address card), moving permit, deed, current tax bill/receipt, mortgage document/bill, rental lease agreement, current utility bill, vehicle registration card, or multiple occupancy permit. Children entering kindergarten should be brought along for a brief academic assessment. You may visit the Northern Lehigh School District's website at www.nlsd.org for more information regarding
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required documentation. Please call Peters Elementary at 610-767-9827 between 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for kindergarten registration. Please feel free to call with any questions.
Hope Lutheran Cherryville Preschool Registration
Submitted by NINA WEISS Hope Lutheran Cherryville’s preschool is now accepting registration for the 2016-2017 school year. The school’s structured learning environment prepares children for their formal school experiences. Activities include music, crafts, gym, painting, language arts, field trips, and much more. Your child must be either 3 or 4 years of age by September 1 in order to register. Please call Deb Gable at 610-767-7523 for more information or to register your child for preschool.
Northern Lehigh School District Spring Adult Classes
Submitted by JOHN HRIZUK The following adult education and enrichment classes will be offered in the spring semester of Continued on Page 25
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School News Continued from Page 24 2016 starting in February or March: Beginner Crochet, Writer’s Ink Workshops, Sewing and Crafts, Introduction to Word Processing with Microsoft Word, Introduction to Spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel, and Google Tools and Apps. If interested in any of the aforementioned classes, please visit www.nlsd.org or call 610-7679844 for official start dates, times, locations, and more info.
Holy Trinity Nursery School 2016-17 Registration
Submitted by ANN STEIGERWALT Holy Trinity Nursery School at 1235 Main St. in Northampton is currently registering for the 2016-17 school year. The two-year-old playgroup class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Monthly tuition is $75 and the nonrefundable registration fee is $50. Class size is limited to 12 children. Children do not need to be toilet-trained for this class. The three-year-old class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monthly tuition is $95 and the non-refundable registration fee is $50. Class size is limited to 16 children. Children need to be toilet-trained for this class. The four-year-old class meets Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m. Monthly tuition is $125 and the nonrefundable registration fee is $50. Class size is limited to 16 children. Children need to be toilettrained for this class. Children must turn the appropriate age for the class by September 1, 2016. For more information or to arrange a visit, call the church at 610-2622668.
Annual Benefit Antique Show For The Governor Wolf Historical Society—Bath
Submitted by JULIA SWAN On Saturday and Sunday, March 5 and 6, the Governor Wolf Historical Society will hold its eighth annual benefit Antique Show at its campus off Route 512 south of Bath. The show will be held in the society's three historic buildings, many in room settings on both floors of the 18th century Ralston McKeen House, the Governor Wolf Academy and in the Monocacy School. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. There will be more than 30 exhibitors featuring local primitives, country furniture, early textiles, folk art, early tools, toys, historical china, blue decorated stoneware, jewelry, early kitchen items and lighting, collectibles and more. On Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m., a certified appraiser will be on site to appraise your antiques and valuables for a modest additional fee. Pre-registration for this is encouraged. For information, go to www.govwolf.org or call 610837-9015.
Happy Birthday Linda Sidor - 68 on January 20 Rosalie J. Elliott - 57 on January 23 Lorraine Roth - 89 on January 25
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LCCC Receives Special Emergency Reserve Fund For Veterans
Submitted by DENISE REIFINGER Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) has received a $50,000 grant to fund a new Veterans/ Reservist’s Special Emergency Reserve Fund (V-SERF) from the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation. The grant provides $10,000 over five years. This will establish a dedicated emergency grant fund for veterans at LCCC in the event of a catastrophic personal incident or last minute changes that cannot be handled by the large and slow-moving government-based veterans support program. The V-SERF fund will allow veterans to handle textbook purchases and other pertinent education expenses in the case of an emergency or late, unaccommodated change without the need to repay the V-SERF fund. Since many veterans have at least some funding going into the year, LCCC anticipates the V-SERF fund should be able to assist at least 20 students each year.
Examples of emergency situations include delays in veteran’s benefits or personal issues such as house fire, medical issues, loss of materials and books due to unforeseen or traumatic circumstances, changes in financial status, and even students left homeless. Veterans may apply for grants up to $1,000 once per academic year. For additional information about this multi-year impact grant, contact LCCC’s Office of Returning Adult and Veteran Affairs at 610-799-1545.
Happy Birthday Darlene L. Ochs - 67 on January 26 Quincy Kunkel - 90 on January 26 Jason Siegmund - 36 on January 26 Billy Kimble - 60 on January 26
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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. 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. Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. 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 W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 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. God’s Missionary Church Northampton, 610-262-4412 W 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Good Shepherd UCC Slatington, 610-767-9680 (HA) W 8:30 & 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kreidersville, 610-262-9517 W Sun. 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Worship Saturday 5 p.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, 610-767-1526 W 8:30 a.m., SS 9:45 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. 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. 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. Mountain View Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-759-7553 W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
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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. 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.
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. 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. St. Peter’s UCC Northampton (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276 W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Palmerton, 610-826-2359 Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m.
St. John’s Episcopale Palmerton W 8 and 10 a.m.
The Church of God Palmerton, 610-826-4972 W 10:15 a.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 8/10:15 a.m. (N), SS 9 a.m.
Trinity EC Church Berlinsville, 610-767-1167 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
St. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Trinity EC Church Slatington, 484-553-0218 W 10 a.m., Bible Study Wed 7 p.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.
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church 8:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday worship service. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays.
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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. 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 Evang. Lutheran Church 1904 Main, Northampton SS 9:45; W, N, 11:00 A.M. 610-261-1812 Zion Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-261-1812 W 11:00 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. Zion UCC Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W 8:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Zion’s Stone UCC Northampton, 610-262-1133 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
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Touch of Dutch by LarryGradwohl Es nei Blaat [Des iss es zwettDeel vum Gedicht. Es erscht Deel waar imletscht Ausgang vum „Town and Country“. ] Well, siwwe Resolushons Singenunk, hawwich gedenkt, Un selle halt ich uff der Haar Be‘tschudes, wann ich henk; Awwer ich bin shier verhungert Un hab ausgemacht ich schtreck’s Un nemm en guter Tschaa-duwack, No waare’s yuscht meh sechs. Sechs Resolushons, gut un saund, Die hawwich nau noch ghatt, Un so viel Bidders ich waar yuscht Bautfens-eckich matt; So wie en Schport, dann kauf ich noch So Schtinkers, sechs fer fimf, Un schmok wie’n alder Schannschde Un no waare’s yuscht meh fimf. Well, mit fimf Resolushons All gemacht uff gut un recht, Denk halt’s em blenti bissi
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As mer kens devun verbrecht, Un ich hab schunn Erfaahring ghatt Mit Schwindlerei-babier, Doch hawwich Humbug Gold Schtack kaaft, No waare’s yuscht meh vier. Un wie ich eigschpannt hab fer Heem Un tschumpt zum Weggli nei, Waar’s unne Gefiedert un Gedrenkt, So waare’s yuscht meh drei. Drei Resolushons, - was en Schand, unatlich hatt im Tee, No hawwich noch die Geil gekloppt, So waare’s yuscht meh zwee. Well mit zwee Resolushons Geht en Mann gewiss net letz, Yuscht ich denk er muss aahenke WieZuck-blaschder odder Gretz; Sowaar’s mer noch net ganz verleedt Awwer dochhot nix gebatt, Fer ich hab die Polly beloge Unno yuscht meh eene ghatt. No wie die Polly gschulde hot Binich naus an der Schtall Un hab sie net gebusst, so sin Mei Resolushons all. Es Nei Yaahr Blaat guckt iewil Awwer ich schreib des nau dohie, Waer Resolushons mache will, Sett’s duh uff seine Gnie. -SollyHulsbuck (Harvey M. Miller) The New Leaf [This is thesecond part of the poem. If you want toread Part 1, look in the last issue of “Town and Country”.] Well, sevenresolutions are enough, I thought, and thoseI’ll keep to the finest detail, by Judas, if I hang (concentrate on them). But I wasalmost starved, and decided I could stretch it and took agood chew of tobacco; then there were only six anymore. Sixresolutions, good and sound, these I still had now, and so manybitters that I was just about fence corner weak (idiom?). So like asport, then I buy yet such stinkers [cigars], six for five [cents], and smokelike an old chimney, and then there were only five anymore. Well, withfive resolutions all created good and right, Continued on Page 31
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Touch of Dutch Continued from Page 30 I think itwill keep one plenty busy, that he does not break any of them. And I havealready had experience with worthless stock, yet I boughtHumbug [fraud] Gold Stock, Then there were only four anymore. And when Ihitched up the team to go home and jumped up on the wagon, it waswithout feeding and watering the horses, so there were only three anymore. Threeresolutions, what a shame, and somewhat liquored up; then I beatthe horses yet, so there were only two anymore. Well withtwo resolutions a man cannot go wrong, only I thinkhe must ‘stick’ to them like a poultice [see note] or skin rash. So I was notyet completely discouraged, but then it did not matter, for I hadlied to Polly and then I only had one anymore. Then whenPolly scolded me
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I went out to the stable and had notkissed her first, so now my resolutions are gone. This NewYear ‘leaf’ looks evil, but I will write this here and now: Whoeverwants to make resolutions, Should do it on his knees! [A poulticeor plaster is a soft moist compound containing herbal remedies, usually heated,spread on a cloth, and then placed over the skin to treat an aching, inflamed,or painful part of the body. It can also be used on wounds such as cuts. Poulticeshave been used for thousands of years in traditional healing practices allaround the world, and many older residents, myself included, will remember theirusage in our region. Uses of poulticescan be seen to be system specific: the mustard plaster for the respiratorysystem (COPD problems); the castor oil pack (No, not the dreaded internal use for you knowwhat!) for the digestive system, reproductive system and for the integration ofthe lymphatic, endocrine and nervous systems; and the comfrey poultice for the muscular-skeletaland integumentary systems (Skin, hair and nails). Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poultice https://viriditasherbalproducts.com/ introduction-to-poultices-plasters/ ]
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Traditions Of Hanover To Hold AARP Safe Driver Initial Course Submitted by KRISTY MUENZ Community members will soon get the opportunity to refresh their driving skills, thanks to Traditions of Hanover Independent Living and AARP. Traditions of Hanover will hold a twoday AARP Safe Driver Initial Course on Tuesday, January 19 and Wednesday, January 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Successful completion can result in discounts on car insurance and the elimination of one point on your license (contact your insurance agent for details). The course is available to drivers, aged 50 years and older, who have not yet completed the initial course or who have let three years pass since taking it. The cost of the course for AARP members, with proof of membership, is $15 per person. The cost for non-members is $20 per person. All participants must bring their AARP membership card (if applicable) and a valid driver’s license. The event includes lunch, courtesy of Traditions of Hanover. Seating is limited. If you can’t make it to this event, there will be another opportunity for a oneday refresher course (requires prior completion of
initial course) on Wednesday, February 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please call 610-882-0400 to register for either course. Rated by families on SeniorAdvisor.com as one of the top 10 Senior Living Communities in Pennsylvania, Traditions of Hanover Independent Living is a unique retirement community offering Independent Living residences on an affordable month-to-month basis with no buy-in fees. Resident services and apartment features include meals, housekeeping, social events, transportation, and full kitchens. For more information, please call Jennifer Murphy at 484-893-6689 or visit www. traditionsofhanover.com.
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Limited Number Of Slatington 150 History Books Available
Volunteer Opportunities Available
Submitted by MEGAN ALLEN Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley, your local victim service and rape crisis center, is now accepting applications for volunteer positions. This is an excellent opportunity for students and adults to gain experience in working directly with crime victims and their families, while helping those in their time of need. Tasks include: Providing support to callers on our 24-hour hotline (in the comfort of your home), accompanying victims of violence to hospitals, police stations, and court, and assisting with office tasks, projects, and fundraisers. Training sessions begin February 1. Most training sessions will be held in the evenings at the CVC office in Allentown located at 801 Hamilton Street, on the third floor. One session will be held at the Penn State Ag Extension, near Dorney Park. For more information, please visit our volunteer page on our website, www.cvclv.org, or contact Sara Ullmer at 610-437-6610 x26 or sullmer@cvclv. org to arrange for an interview.
Submitted by ROBERT STETTNER The books from the third printing of the Slatington At 150: More Stories To Share arrived shortly before Christmas. Local residents who pre-ordered books were notified of the books availability, and out of state book orders were shipped. A limited number of extra copies of the third printing are available at the Slatington Library for those who may be interested, but did not purchase a copy previously. Cost of the books are $50 each. For further information, or for someone out of state who would like to purchase a book, please contact Robert at 610-767-7626. The Slatington 150 History Committee would like to thank the public for their support during the history book project and the more than 600 individuals who purchased a copy of the book. The committee thanks everyone who contributed photos or wrote articles for the publication. We have received many favorable comments about the book and hope everyone enjoyed the stories of yesteryear Slatington and the trip down memory lane.
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Northern Lehigh Community Center Winter 2016 Programs
Submitted by MICHELLE RABER The Stretch class for ages 50 and up meets at the Diamond Fire Company in Walnutport from 10 to 11 a.m. every Monday and Friday. Amy Hillanbrand is our instructor. For more info, call 610-760-0300. Zumba Gold is held every Wednesday at St. John’s Lutheran Church Social Hall at 40 2nd Street in Slatington from 10 to 11 a.m. Zumba Gold is also offered every Monday from 11:15 to noon at the Diamond Fire Company in Walnutport. Amy Hillanbrand is our instructor. For more info, call 610-760-0300. Yoga is offered every Thursday night from 6 to 7 p.m. at Peters Elementary school music room on Friedens Road in Slatington. For more info, call 610-760-0300. The Northern Lehigh Community Center’s Board winter meeting dates (all invited) are Jan 19, Feb. 16, and March 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the Vigilant Fire Company. Volunteers are always appreciated for fundraising events.
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Traditions Of Hanover Wins 2016 Best Of Assisted Living Award Submitted by KRISTY MUENZ Traditions of Hanover Independent Living in Bethlehem is proud to announce their selection as a 2016 Best of Assisted Living Award Winner on SeniorAdvisor.com, the largest ratings and reviews site for senior care and services in North America. This is the third year in a row that Traditions of Hanover has received this outstanding achievement. Winners of the SeniorAdvisor.com Best of 2016 Awards represent the top tier of in-home care, assisted living, and other senior living providers, based on the online reviews written by seniors and their families. This exclusive designation places the winners in the top one percent of senior care providers according to those who matter most—the consumers. The annual SeniorAdvisor.com Best of Awards celebrates the best of the best in senior living and home care across the United States and Canada. The award is only given to communities and agencies that have received outstanding online feedback from their families through the SeniorAdvisor.com site. Traditions of Hanover regularly receives highly positive reviews from their families like this one: “It is easy to rate Traditions with 5 stars because the environment has been nothing but uplifting. It was difficult to get our 90-year-old mother to agree to a move but the kindness, care, and concern that the staff showed guided us and eased her into the transition,” said a family member in their review. “The Traditions of Hanover staff is proud to be able to serve our seniors and do it well. Our focus will be to continue to strive for excellence!” said Cathy Heimsoth, executive director. “Families are increasingly looking to online reviews to find out who truly delivers great care for our seniors, not just who claims to deliver great care," said Eric Seifert, President of SeniorAdvisor.com. "Our SeniorAdvisor.com Awards program is all about celebrating the exceptional people who do just that. We're honored to spread the word about these organizations that families can entrust with the care of their senior loved ones.” To qualify for inclusion in the Best of 2016 Awards, providers must have maintained an average overall rating of at least 4.5 stars while receiving three or more new reviews in 2015. Additional details and a complete list of award winners can be found on SeniorAdvisor.com. To see the full list of award winners in Bethlehem, please visit www.senioradvisor.com/Bethlehem-pa/assisted-living.
A Sunday Morning Program for Children up to Age 18 with Autism 10:45 AM Family Life Center Allows parents the opportunity to attend our worship service. Questions? Contact Michele Kehlor 484.221.3046 Or Dr. Dave Babb 484.223.7332
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4-H Fruit Tree Sale Underway
Submitted by JANICE MARTIN The Northampton County 4-H program is once again sponsoring the annual fruit tree sale. This sale benefits the 4-H youth in the county, supporting various programs such as camp, fair, trips, achievement banquet, and the clubs in general. The pick-up date for the trees is Saturday, April 25 at various pick-up locations, including a location in Lehigh County. Trees must be ordered by February 1 to guarantee availability. The fruit trees being offered this year are: Honeycrisp Apple, Nittany Apple, Sunrise Pear, Seckel Pear, Raritan Rose Peach, Redhaven Peach, Redgold Nectarine, Artic Glo Nectarine; Montmorency Cherry, Hedelfingen Cherry, Potomac Pear, and Golden Russet Bosc Pear. The deadline for ordering the trees is February 1; orders received after that date will be filled on the availability of trees. The orders may be picked up on Saturday, April 25 between 9 and 11 a.m. at one of the following locations: The Northampton County 4-H Center, 777 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareth; Ace Hardware in Capital Plaza on Rte. 512, Bangor; the Neighbor’s Home & Garden Center, 38 S. Main St., Hellertown; The Farm Bureau, 300 Bushkill St., Tatamy; Miller’s Supply, on Rte. 329, Northampton; and in Lehigh Cty. of Union Evangelical Lutheran Church, Rte. 873, Schnecksville. Each of these pick-up points, except the 4-H Center, will have order forms available. More order forms have been distributed around the county at various locations. If you are unable to obtain an order form, please call Deb at 610509-9431, leaving a message if necessary. All orders must be prepaid. The 4-H is also offering a Tree Seedling Sale, orders due by March 1. The 4-H program is open to all youths ages 6-18 years with a Cloverbud program for ages 5-8, and offers over 150 hands-on projects with an emphasis on leadership, citizenship and life skills. The program is staffed by adult volunteers; volunteers are always welcome. Anyone interested in obtaining more information on the 4-H program, in general, or wishing to volunteer to help as a volunteer, is asked to call Brad Kunsman, Northampton County 4-H Program Manager, at 610-746-1970.
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The Grownup by Gillian Flynn
ans are rejoicing for a new release by the best-selling author of Gone Girl, Miss Gillian Flynn. However, it’s not really new per se, as the short story The Grownup originally appeared in Rogues, an anthology of short stories by a collection of authors. The main character in The Grownup is a nameless con artist who performs both aura readings and sexual favors for a
living. Things take a sharp turn towards creepy when a troubled woman named Susan walks into “Spiritual Palms” seeking help. She is deeply disturbed by her new Victorian home and is convinced her equally disturbing stepson Miles is somehow involved. When our con artist visits the eerie home to perform “cleansings,” she soon realizes she is in over her head. Can she escape before it’s too late? The thought of The Grownup was particularly exciting because one, the queen of twisted and creepy delivers a ghost story…yes please! Two, it is a short story, coming in at just 62 pages. That was all the intrigue I needed to put in a hold request at the library. I was a little nervous to read this story as I assumed Gillian Flynn would scare my pants right off; she has a way of casually dropping bombs that just chill me to the core. About 75% of her short story did not disappoint, with a creepy little boy that vomits in people’s purses and scuttles around like an insect, and an old Victorian home that sometimes drips blood from the wall. Flynn even throws in one of her famous, crazy woman plot twists, and then about two more plots twists after that, all within 62 pages. However, the ending fell completely flat. I don’t want to give it away in case you plan on reading it, and if that’s the case, please do not buy this book. Go to the library for about a half hour to read it, and then you can leave and go home disappointed.
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Flynn’s voice was as clever, cunning, and witty as usual, and despite such a short page count, her character developments were rich and concise. The ending was just so ridiculous and absurd that I can’t call The Grownup a good story. It felt as though Flynn was only allowed to take up 62 pages and was unaware of this until over halfway through the story, so she had to slap an ending together and throw it in there. I felt like Flynn spent a lot of time on the main character’s backstory in the beginning—much valuable space that could have better served the story justice later on. If The Grownup had been a full-sized novel with a more satisfying ending, it could have really blown my mind. Unfortunately, and I’m sorry Gillian Flynn because it hurts my heart but, The Grownup packs a weak punch and I’m thankful for only spending 20 minutes on it.
Happy Birthday Matthew Werner - 33 on January 23 Diane Trexler - 52 on January 27 Ginger Outlaw - 34 on January 28 Mary Anne Steinort - 64 on January 29 Sheila Andrews - 56 on January 29
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EVENTS Annual Cabin Fever Dance hosted by Lehighton Area Pool Pals, February 27 at the Orioles Pavilion. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music by DJ Layne Roberts “The Doctor” from 7 to 11 p.m. Enjoy music, dance, dance contest, and door prize. Beverages and finger food included in price. Profits to support Bare Memorial Swimming Pool. For more info, call Diane at 610377-5275. (1/21) Northampton Food Bank Vera Bradley Bingo, Sunday, February 7 at Good Shepherd Catholic Gym in Northampton. Doors open 12 p.m., game starts at 2 p.m. Cost is $20. Call 610262-6156 for more info. (1/21) Vendors/Crafters needed for Craft Show, Saturday, April 9, Vigilant Fire Company in Slatington, $20 per table, no flea market items please. For more info, call 610-462-7314, leave a message. The craft show benefits the “Day in the Park” on July 30. (2/18)
FOR SALE 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.
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OTHER Little Shepherd's Preschool at 3940 Mountain Rd. in Slatington is now accepting registration for 2016-17 school year. We offer classes for both 3 and 4 year old children. Little Shepherd's Preschool is a place where young children can learn, play, discover, explore, make friends, and have fun. For more info, call the church office at 610-767-9680 or Karen Weaver at 610-657-5133. (2/4)
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) Looking for a male age 50-58 for companionship, white, PA, ask for Mary. Home number 610-762-9955, leave a message. (1/21)
REAL ESTATE FOR RENT 1 bedroom apartment in Lehigh County, single white male, no children, responsible, good rental history. Must accept section 8 or be willing to participate in the section 8 program. 484-550-9882. (1/21) 2 BR apartment, Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $795. No dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo). 610-759-0169. (1/21)
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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) House for rent: Quiet and rural in Treichlers, two-bedroom ranch with yard. Convenient parking. $900 plus utilities. No pets or smoking. Security deposit and credit check required. Call 610-767-7589. (1/21) Single Family Home in Nazareth at 174 Wood Street. 2 bedroom plus den, 1 bath. Completely renovated (new kitchen, stainless steel appliances, new bathroom). Quaint home, bright rooms, hardwood and carpeting. Includes range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer. 3 garages. $1,250 per month plus oil, electric, and water. Call 443742-4996. (2/4) 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. 610760-0700. (12/15) TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $860. No dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo). 610-759-0169. (1/21) 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. (12/15)
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Victor Salicetti Of AmericaVen Featured Speaker For January Submitted by KAYTE CONNELLY Victor Salicetti, President and CEO of AmericanVen, will be the featured speaker for the January 19 "Up Close and Personal" portion of the Becoming Better Leaders Program. The balance of the program held from 8 a.m. through noon will be studying the works of Seth Godin and his "Be Bold, Be Brave, and Get Noticed" presentation at the 2015 Leadercast. Every month, the Leadership Consortium conducts programs supporting emerging and existing leaders to reach their personal and professional goals. MasterMinds by Leadership Thought Leaders, daily affirmations, assessments, exercises and coaching sessions bring a full balance to participants. "The Leadercast is one of the single most consolidated sources of leadership that I know of," said Gretchen Boyer, Human Resources Manager at Lehigh Valley Technical Institute. "But it goes beyond that. I think these programs, although very focused on leadership, transcends the topic and really shows you how to lead in life." According to a 2014 DeLoitte Global Executive
Survey, leadership is the number one issue concerning Chief Executives. The Greater Lehigh Valley Leadership Consortium is a think-tank of like-minded individuals dedicated to creating and sustaining generations of leaders. Presently, members include Best Principled Solutions LLC, AmericaVen, Cedar Crest College and the Women's Leadership Institute, Lehigh Carbon Community College and the Center for Leadership and Workforce Development, Lehigh Valley Business, 107.5 FM WBYN Alive and RMobileMarketing. For more information about these programs, visit www.glvlc.com/BBLeaders or contact Kayte Connelly at 484-769-2327.
Happy Birthday Dale Miller - 69 on January 31 Alicia Keen - 36 on February 3 Dillon Fritzinger - 24 on February 4 John Babyak - 88 on February 5
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