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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Community Calendar............................ Pg. 10 Sudoku................................................... Pg. 19 Word Search.......................................... Pg. 30 Church Directory................................... Pg. 32 Pets......................................................... Pg. 34 Laugh out Loud..................................... Pg. 42 Classifieds.............................................. Pg. 43

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Paul and Lisa Prass - Publishers Kathy Marsh - Associate Publisher Lacey Remaley - Account Executive Tony Pisco - Art Director Donna Bachman - Accounting Manager Erica Montes - Director of Creative Services The Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette is published the first and third Thursday of the month. The Gazette does not assume responsibility for an ad beyond the cost of the ad itself; we cannot be responsible for typographic errors. We reserve the right to reject any article or advertisement thought to be offensive or not contributing to the needs of the community. Signed letters will be printed at the discretion of the editor. News items and ads should be submitted by 4 p.m. on the deadline date, located on the bottom of the front cover.

Slatington Library News Submitted by Louise Bechtel

For all Slatington Library information, visit our website www.slatelibrary.com The library is still looking for a board member from the Borough of Slatington. If you would be interested in serving on the library board, please contact the library. The library is in the midst of its annual fundraising campaign. Thank you to everyone who has given a donation. Any amount is greatly appreciated. Donations can be made in honor of or in memory of a loved one. The local genealogy group will meet at the library on Saturday, June 30 at 11 am-12:30 pm. New members are welcome. Information can be found on the app. NextDoor.com under Slatington. The Wonderful World of Wildlife of summer story hour will begin Wed. June 20 at 10 am. Children from the age of 3 to 5th grade are invited to learn about nature. There are stories, crafts and some treats. The program will run Wednesdays through August 8. The library will also have a reading incentive program for children over the summer. Please watch for further information. The book club meets on the first Monday of each month at 1 p.m. The next meeting is July 2 New members are always welcome. July’s book is “Songs of Willow Frost”, by Jamie Ford. Copies of the book are available at the library. The topic for the Diabetes lecture for June is “Losing Weight the Wise Way.” It will be held on Wednesday, June 27 at 1 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. 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 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; closed Thursday and Sunday. Contact us at 610 767-6461.

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Tips for a Safe Summer For Children Medically Reviewed by: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD https://www.medicinenet.com

Millions of families plan to enjoy summer vacations and recreational activities with their children. To really enjoy these activities, the safety of the children should be a primary concern. Pool Safety Never leave children alone in or near the pool, even for a moment. Make sure adults watching young children in the pool know CPR and can rescue a child if necessary. Surround your pool - on all four sides - with a sturdy five-foot fence. Make sure the gates self-close and self-latch at a height children can't reach. Keep rescue equipment (a shepherd's hook - a long pole with a hook on the end - and life preserver) and a telephone near the pool. Avoid inflatable swimming aids such as "floaties". They are not a substitute for approved life vests and can give children a false sense of security. Children are not developmentally ready for swim lessons until after their fourth birthday. Swim programs for children under the age of 4 should not be seen as a way to decrease the risk of drowning. Whenever infants or toddlers are in or around water, an adult should be within arm's length, providing "touch supervision." Don't swim when you have diarrhea. This is especially important for children and infants in diapers. You can spread germs into the water and make other people sick. Don't swallow pool water. In fact, try to avoid getting any pool water in your mouth. Wash your hands with soap and water after using the toilet or changing diapers.You can protect others by being aware that germs on your body end up in the water. Fun in the Sun Babies under 6 months of age should be kept out of the direct sunlight. Move your baby to the shade or under a tree, umbrella, or the stroller canopy.

Dress babies in lightweight clothing that covers the arms and legs and use brimmed hats. Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outside, and use sunscreen even on cloudy days. The sun protection factor (SPF) should be at least SPF 15. Try to keep children out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., that's when the sun's rays are strongest. Bug Safety Don't use scented soaps, perfumes or hair sprays on your child as these products may attract stinging insects. Avoid areas where insects nest or congregate, such as stagnant pools of water, uncovered foods and gardens where flowers are in bloom. Avoid dressing your child in clothing with bright colors or flowery prints as the bright colors attract stinging insects such as bees and wasps. To remove a visible insect stinger from skin, gently scrape it off horizontally with a credit card or your fingernail.You can also remove a stinger by pinching it out with a pair of tweezers or your fingers. Playground Safety Carefully maintain all equipment. Swings should be made of soft materials such as rubber, plastic, or canvas. Make sure children cannot reach any moving parts that might pinch or trap any body part. Make sure metal slides are cool to prevent childrens' legs from getting burned. Dog Bites If you are getting a pet as a companion for your child, wait until your child is mature enough to handle and care for the animal - usually around age five or six. Never leave your infant or young child alone with any dog. Teach your child some basic safety precautions for dealing with dogs outside your home, such as

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head-on crash (the most common type of crash). The harness system holds your child in the car seat and the seat belts hold the seat in the car. Attach both snugly to protect your child. Children in rear-facing car seats should never be placed in a front seat equipped with an air bag. Children traveling alone to visit relatives or attend summer camp should have a copy of their medical information with them at all times.

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not surprising or scaring a dog or never approaching an unfamiliar dog. Instruct your child to stand still if approached or chased by a strange dog. Tell your child not to run, kick or make threatening gestures.Your child should face the dog and back away slowly until he or she is out of reach. Contact your pediatrician whenever your child receives an animal bite that breaks the skin, no matter how minor the injury appears. The doctor will need to check whether your child has been adequately immunized against tetanus. Travel Safety Buckle up car seats and seat belts. Keep children entertained with car games, activity books and story tapes. Make periodic stops along the way. Keep supplies with you, such as snacks, water, a first aid kit and any medicines your child takes. Always use a car seat, starting with your baby's first ride home from the hospital. Help your child form a lifelong habit of buckling up. Read the manufacturer's instructions and always keep them with the car seat. Read your vehicle owner's manual for more information on how to install the car seat. Put your child in the back seat. It is the safest place in the car because it is farthest away from a

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Summer is the perfect time to own a pet. The long, warm days easily turn into cherished memories as you and your dog play, travel, or just relax in the sun. But the summer's lazy days shouldn't interrupt your pooch's regular care routine, nor should you let down your guard with summer's heat and humidity, which can be dangerous to your pooch. Careful planning, conscientious care, and a little common sense, will ensure you and your dog can enjoy everything summer has to offer.

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Visit your Veterinarian Schedule your pet's annual checkup. Depending on where you live, testing your dog for heartwormÂ beforestarting a preventive is essential, as is controlling parasites like fleas and ticks. While you are there, get a current copy of your pet's medical history and vaccinations to keep with you when you travel. Heel the Heat Dogs don't sweat like humans. In fact, the only sweat glands on a dog's body are near her paws. Alone, this does little to cool your dog. To aid the cooling process, your dog pants. To help combat summer's heat and humidity, monitor her outdoor time, never leave her in the car, and keep her: Watered - Keep her home dish full and a travel dishalways ready. Leashed - Prevent her from escaping and getting lost in the hot sun. Be sure she has access to shade wherever she is confined. Groomed - Help regulate her body temperature by trimming her coat. Continued on page 8

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The Slatington Lions Club Presents

Annual Community Summer Bash Saturday, June 23rd, 2-11pm Slatington - Skeet Club Grove Come Party!

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Safety Tips for Dogs Continued from page 6

Protected - Apply pet-specific sunscreen on her ear tips, nose, and other thinly haired areas. Minimally Exposed to Direct Sun - Plan outdoor play, jogging, etc during cool hours of the day. Pack for Prevention Summer is often packed full of fun. But whether your dog accompanies you across town to the park, across the country to relatives, or stays behind in a local kennel, her needs should be top priority. As always, being prepared is the best preventive measure. Before you embark on any expedition, gather:

Medical Records - In an emergency, vaccination and medical records save time. If going out of state or country, have an updated health certificate. Identification Tags - If lost, this information could quickly reunite you and your pet. If traveling, get a second set of tags with a local contact name and your cell number. First Aid Supplies Keep these on hand for medical emergencies or to restock your first aid kit. Water and Food - Eliminate potential digestive problems with familiar food and water.

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Did Opening That Email Place Your Business In Legal Hot Water? Submitted by Cathy Hayes

The email can arrive in your inbox cleverly disguised, appearing to come from your boss, a co-worker or some other person, business or organization you trust. But click on a link or attachment as instructed and you could be in for a headache. You’ve just given cybercriminals access to your company’s data – and potentially put the business out of compliance with federal laws and regulations about protecting that data. Phishing attacks are one of the most common security challenges individuals and businesses face when it comes to keeping information secure, says Beth Haddock (www.bethhaddock.com), author of Triple Bottom-Line Compliance: How to Deliver Protection, Productivity and Impact. “The phisher’s goal is to steal sensitive and confidential information,”says Haddock, a compliance attorney who is also CEO of Warburton Advisers, a consulting firm that advises companies on compliance and ethical issues particularly when there’s a crisis. That information could include Social Security numbers, credit card and bank account numbers, medical or educational records, dates of birth and mailing/email addresses.That’s problematic because federal regulations may require that your business keep certain information secure. Just as an example, health providers are expected to safeguard the medical records of patients under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Such compliance issues can create unwelcome complications for businesses, which is why they need to be proactive in addressing phishing. Haddock says there are a few steps they can take to protect themselves, including: Educate employees. The first line of defense against phishing is employees, because they are the ones likely to be targeted.“Make them aware of the concerns and tell them to be suspicious of emails that offer

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them links with little explanation, or that ask for sensitive data, even if it appears to be coming from a trusted source,” Haddock says. Reassess who has access to data. Because employee mistakes are the most likely cause of a breach, retraining alone may not get the job done. A business or organization may want to take another look at who should have access to all that sensitive data, and make adjustments where possible. If a breach happens, take action.You can’t just ignore the data breach, Haddock says. Right away, your IT team needs to be notified so they can get to work handling the breach. At the same time, she says, it’s important to immediately contact your compliance officer or attorney so they can take appropriate steps for reporting the breach to the proper regulatory agencies. “These ‘phishing expeditions’ from cybercriminals represent a serious challenge for businesses and for their compliance officers,”Haddock says.“It’s critical to be aware of the threat and to know that there are steps you can take to reduce your risk and avoid finding yourself out of compliance with regulations that govern your sensitive data.”

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR JUNE 23

• Morgenland Church Picnic, Leather Corner Post, Sat., 4pm-9pm in the church grove. Good food, cakewalks, raffles, etc. Band-Main Street Cruisers. Raindate, Sun., June 24, 1pm-6pm.

MONDAYS

• Book Club, Palmerton Library (3rd Monday), 12 to 1:15 p.m. • Knitting Club, Palmerton Library (1st Monday), 6 to 8 p.m. • Knitting for Veterans, Bath Legion, 6 to 9 p.m. • TOPS, Dinkey Church, Ashfield, 5:30 p.m. 610-852-2976. • Al-Anon Family Group/Growing in Hope, St. Peters Community Center, 177 Main Road, Lehighton 7 - 8 p.m. 570-657-6850 • St. John’s Lutheran Church of Mahoning is hosting “GriefShare,” a free weekly grief support group and seminar, on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. “GriefShare” features video from prominent Christian experts on grieving, and caring conversation with people who understand your thoughts and feelings, whether your loss is recent or long ago. To find out more, or to register, call St. John’s at 570-386-9960. • American Legion Post 16 meeting every Monday at 8 p.m. Veterans needed for color guard to help with Military Honor Funeral. Call 610-703-5166 FMI.

TUESDAYS

• 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. 570-730-8601. • Crochet night, Tuesday night 6:30-8:30, Northern Lehigh School Library call Lisa 610-767-4323.

WEDNESDAYS

• 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. 610-826-4962. • 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 • 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. • TOPS, New Night, Zion U.C.C., Lehighton. 4:30 p.m. 610-852-2136. • Starting June 13, Unplug this summer at Lowhill Live, a weekly gathering for children and their families. 6-8pm, Christ’s Church at Lowhill, 4695 Lowhill Church Rd, New Tripoli, includes family worship, games, crafts, special activities, prayer, live music, contact Pastor Chris at 610-298-2527

THURSDAYS

• 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.

FRIDAYS

• 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. 610-262-3891.

SATURDAYS

• 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. • SHEPHERDSCHAPEL.COM students have Saturday evening Bible study on a teleconference line with focus on current events in prophecy. Call 610-759-0293

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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TOUCH OF DUTCH Submitted by Larry Gradwohl

Der Wolf un der Kranich Eens vum Aesop seine Faable

Er hot gemeent nau waer's verbei Un misst am End verrecke.

En Wolf, der hot sich wiescht verfehlt, Un des waar graad beim Fresse; Uff Gnoche hot er net gezaehlt, Des hot er ganz vergesse.

Er hot geyuckt un hot gezuckt, Gewinselt un gekaut; Der Gnoche hot sich net gemuckt, Noh hot er yuscht noch g'schpaut.

So fresst er ewwe mol druff nei, En Gnoche bleibt ihm schtecke;

So ruft er dann der Kranich bei, Fer'n Gnoche raus zu ziege; "O guck yuscht mol e bissel nei, Browier mol halt zu griege!"

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Der Kranich guckt, noh hot er g'saagt: "Ich loss dich net im Schtich!" "Ei!" saagt der Wolf, "so helf mer graad! Un dann bezaahl ich dich." Der Kranich reecht em in der Schlund Un holt der Gnoche raus; Un kaum geduh, do sehnt er schund, Lacht ihn der Wolf yuscht aus. Continued on page 14

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Touch of Dutch Continued from page 12

Noh saagt er so verzaagt un schei: "Nau kenndscht mich aa bezaahle; Du bischt vum wieschde Gnoche frei, Erleest vun deine Gwaale!" Dann saagt der Wolf, "Du aarmer Dropp! So viel, des settscht de wisse, Musscht froh sei, as ich dir der Kopp Net aa noch abgebisse!" *** Vun schlechde Leit en schlechder Luh. So wie mer immer sehnt; Un wann d' ne dienscht, dann sehn dezu, As dir ken Unglick gschehnt! -John Birmelin The wolf and the crane One of Aesop’s Fables

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There are ways to plan a family vacation without going into debt or paying a fortune. Being smart about getting the most out of every dollar makes it possible to enjoy your trip without sacrificing fun. It’s the best of both worlds: making memories with your family and avoiding sticker shock when all is said and done.

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I’ve taken my kids on two vacations this year, neither of which were exotic or expensive. And even though I didn’t take my kids to see architecture in Europe or to find elephants on an African safari, we had fun, created memories, and snapped a ton of scrapbook-worthy photos. My kids are seven and four – they’re happy to stay in a hotel and go swimming. I’ve learned vacations aren’t about the destination so much as the experience, which means a cost-effective plan can be as enjoyable as a pricey vacation. Here are some of the best ways to score a memorable trip on the cheap:

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Whether you visit a historical site, national forest, or a few local city hangouts, by booking lodging where you live and sticking close to home, you can get the vacation experience without the expense of travel. Look for cheap attractions and tours, and ask your hotel whether they offer a discount for local residents. One of the best places to find staycation deals is through group deal websites such as LivingSocial, Travelzoo, and Groupon. Most of these sites offer deep discounts on everything from hotels to food and activities. Doing something out of the ordinary, even if it’s close to home, can help create a vacation-like atmosphere without requiring an extravagant trip. Whether you choose to go camping at a nearby campsite, or you stay overnight in the city to check out the opening of a new museum, you don’t need to drive or fly to find a vacation spot.

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instance, a full-service condo listed on Airbnb by its owner in Miami Beach, Florida costs $134 per night, while a comparable hotel room in the same area costs upwards of $267 per night. You can specify the size and amenities of the lodging you’re looking for, and in most cases, you can score extra perks, such as a working kitchen and on-site gym. I love being able to work with the property owner instead of a hotel. In fact, my friends and I take a yearly girl’s trip to Park City, Utah and use Airbnb to find lodgings large enough to accommodate 15 women. This type of flexibility makes it an excellent resource for bigger families or family reunions. Other sites, such as VRBO, HomeAway, and FlipKey, offer similar services, so compare options and prices before you book to make sure you’re getting the best deal. Finally, read renter reviews before you book with a property owner – you want to make sure the property lives up to its hype.

4. Package Up

While it may seem more cost-effective to search separately for the best deals on airfare, car rentals,

and lodging, I’ve found that you can save big by booking a full package. Online travel sites, such as Travelocity, Expedia, and Orbitz, offer many options, but you might want to check with a travel agent for package deals too. Some travel agents can offer killer deals you can’t find online. You may also want to look at booking a vacation package directly through your airline. I recently scored a great deal on plane tickets and a hotel in Maui when booking through US Airways – it was a full $200 cheaper than if I had booked my hotel and airfare separately, and still cheaper than the deals I found on travel websites. Find the best deal by pricing airfare, hotel, and car rentals separately, then compare the total to a variety of package deals.

5. Book Through Club Stores

It’s an unusual way to book a vacation, but club stores such as Costco offer vacation-planning services with great deals on attraction tickets. For instance, a Disneyland vacation package booked for November that includes park passes and lodging at the Paradise Pier Hotel costs $2,603 whether you book through Disney or through Costco. However, Costco members get more for their money, receiving benefits like a character dining experience, a $20 Disney gift card, and other goodies. Even if you don’t have a Costco club membership, you can browse options on the Costco Travel website. If you

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6. Visit the Beach Less Traveled

Beach vacations are basically the Holy Grail of family vacations. Sand, sun, relaxation, and family time all add up to a stress-reducing, memorymaking experience. However, staying on premium beach real estate is going to cost you, particularly if you set your sights on popular vacation destinations. That doesn’t mean you have to skip the beach altogether. The United States offers 88,633 miles of coastline to explore, so you should be able to find something more cost-effective. Instead of heading to pricey Miami or Southern California, consider the gulf shore of Alabama or the beaches in Galveston, Texas. Or, skip the pricey vacation in Orange County, California for the laidback vibe of San Mateo County, California. Other beaches include the Oregon and Washington coastlines, or the East Coast between South Carolina and northern Florida. A beachfront hotel in San Diego in July costs about $234 per night, while a beachfront condo on the Oregon Coast at the same time is about $100 per night – that alone is significant savings. In addition to less expensive lodging, lessfrequented beaches feature lower-cost food and activities. If you really want an insider’s opinion, ask friends, family, and acquaintances who live near the water about their favorite spots. Getting a local opinion helps you avoid some of the pricey tourist traps while providing you with an authentic local experience. If you’re far from any beach, lake vacations are another option. My family loves to vacation on Lake Powell in southern Utah. There’s an entrance fee of about $30, then camping on the shore is free. The other expenses include food and fuel – totaling about $400 for a week in the sun. Check out areas like Lake Winnebago in Wisconsin, Lake Tahoe in Nevada, the Finger Lakes region of New York, and Lake Havasu in Arizona.

The Flying L Guest Ranch located just outside of San Antonio, Texas charges about $90 per day for adults and $40 for kids and teens to experience an all-inclusive vacation featuring horseback riding, swimming, and even miniature golf. New York City-area families can find a quick escape at the Malibu Ranch in Milford, Pennsylvania. Located about 75 miles outside of New York, this ranch offers weekend packages for $500 per family. While this may sound pricey, food and accommodations are included, along with attractions like a guest rodeo, fishing, a shooting range, cattle drives, and campfires for four. It’s an excellent way to expose your kids to new experiences without breaking the bank. Keep in mind that not all dude ranches are cheap vacation options. Boutique-style ranches can be seriously expensive, so make sure you add up the costs of food, lodging, and activities before you commit.

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you even start looking. According to CNN, the average American family spends about $1,200 on a family vacation, reserving about 5% to 7% of their household income for vacations. But, the bottom line is that you should spend what you can afford, setting and sticking to your budget from the very start.

2. Account for Extra Fees

When booking a hotel or adding up airfare, it’s easy to forget about unpublished fees and additional expenses. Resort fees, taxes, parking, baggage fees, and add-ons can drive up the cost of your family vacation. Leave wiggle room in your budget to account for extra fees to make sure you know how much you’ll be spending. I like to read reviews on TripAdvisor to see if a hotel has hidden fees that aren’t clear on booking website.

3. Book Free Attractions

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inexpensive museums. Try running an Internet search for your vacation spot’s free attractions. This way, you can save up your vacation money for a few of the more expensive attractions.

4. Ask for Upgrades

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Teens can be a serious asset when it comes to scouring the Web for great vacation deals. After all, your teen is probably an Internet whiz already. Enlist his or her help by providing a budget, lodging restrictions, and attraction ideas before challenging him or her to find the best price. Delegating the task saves time, and in all likelihood, it’ll save you money, too.

7. Buy Souvenirs Off-Site

Theme parks and attractions make big bucks by selling souvenirs, so expect to pay a premium if you purchase memorabilia on site. Instead, head off-site to pick up a few tokens. Even big box stores like Walmart and Target usually offer cheap memorabilia at stores located near theme parks. Take Disneyland, for example. An autograph book bought on-site costs $8, but you can score a small Disney journal for about $2 if you shop at Walmart instead. If your kids are simply dying to buy a souvenir at the park, set a budget and stick to it. Once the budget is spent, remind your kids that there’s nothing left in the pot for non-budgeted items.

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9. Be Flexible

Lucky for you, there’s always some sort of travel or vacation sale going on. By keeping your dates flexible, you’re bound to find a better deal than someone whose dates are set in stone. With a more flexible mindset, you could nab a cheap Groupon deal for river rafting or snag a less expensive hotel room by traveling during the week or on the offseason. While it’s not always possible to drop everything and go, an open mind goes a long way toward helping you locate the best deals.

Final Word

Remember, family vacations are a luxury, not a necessity. Even if everyone else’s family spends their summers at the beach, that doesn’t mean it’s worth racking up debt just to keep up. Instead, be creative and stretch your resources to afford a family vacation. Ultimately, it’s up to you whether you stay within your vacation budget, but if you do, the resulting peace of mind will help you enjoy your vacation even more. 29

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CORRECTION: CHANGE IN PRESENTERS. Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, June 7, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community C e n t e r, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: “E-M-E for the Small Station” – Skip/W1PV & Howard/ AE3T. Hams and others interested are always welcome. Directions: http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. FMI: www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286.

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Covenant United Methodist Church Bath, 610-837-7517 HA 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.

CHURCH DIRECTORY Agape New Testament Fellowship Schnecksville, 610-767-2869 (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. HA for all services and W & SS for Sunday mornings Bethany Wesleyan Church Lehighton, 610.767.1239 W Sunday, 10:30 AM N & SS (children) HA www.bethanywes.org

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. Ebenezer United Methodist Church Lehighton, 610-377-6900 W 9 a.m. www.ebenezerumclehighton.com Egypt Community Church Egypt, 610-262-4961 (HA) W 10:30 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.

Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA/N) www.hopecherryville.org Sun. W 9 a.m.

Chapman Quarries United Methodist Bath, 610-837-0935 (HA) W 11 a.m. SS 10 a.m.

Friedens U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-7099 (HA) W 10:30 a.m.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Slatedale, 610-767-1526 W 10:45 a.m.

Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church 1372 Washington Ave, Northampton, 610-262-3365 (HA) W Sun 10 a.m.

First U.C.C. Palmerton W 9 a.m., SS 10 a.m.

Concordia Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-8500 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.

Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church 1235 Main St., Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA/N) W 9 a.m.

Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport 610-737-5390 (Pastor) 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.

Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. (HA)

Holy Trinity Catholic Church Whitehall, 610-262-9315 W Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 7:15, 8:30, 10 & 11:30 a.m.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Palmerton (HA/N) W 8 & 10:15 a.m.

Emmanuel U.C.C. Bowmanstown W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 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.

Christ U.C.C., Little Moore Danielsville, 610-837-6051 W 9 a.m.

Heidelberg U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 10:15 a.m.. Heritage Baptist Church Orefield, 610-395-4970 (N) W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

Bethel U.C.C. Slatington, 484-547-8335 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

Christ’s Church at Lowhill UCC New Tripoli W 10 a.m., SS during worship

Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 8:30 a.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.

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) 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. Laury's Station (HA) W 10:15 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. Slatington, 610-767-5554 (HA/N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.

Trinity E.C. Church Slatington, 484-553-0218 W 10 a.m., Bible Study Wed 7 p.m.

Northampton God’s Missionary Church Northampton, 610-262-4412, ngmc.church W 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (HA)

St. John’s U.C.C. - Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA/N) W 9:30 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

Northern Lehigh Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m. People’s E.C. Church Lehighton W 8:30/10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Sacred Heart Church Rev. William Campion Palmerton 610-826-2335 W Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:30 & 11 a.m. (HA) 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., 2nd Sunday Fellowship 12 p.m.

St. John’s E.L.C. Lehighton, 570-386-9960 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. St. Matthew's E.L.C. Lehighton, 610-377-2972 W 8:30 a.m., SS 10 a.m. Rev. Michael Frost St. Matthew’s U.C.C. 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 U.C.C. of Indianland Cherryville, 610-767-5751 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. Paul’s U.C.C. Northampton, 610-261-2910 (HA/N) W 10:15 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632 W 10 a.m.

St. Paul’s UCC-U Big Creek 484-571-6083 W 8:30 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.

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St. Peter’s Church of Emerald Emerald, 610-767-6233 (HA) Worship 10 a.m., Com. 1st Sun., SS 9 a.m., Awana 6p.m. Bible Study Mon. 11 a.m. & Wed 7 p.m.

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Whitehall, 610-262-1600 W 8/10:15 a.m., SS 8:50 a.m. Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276 W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. St. John’s 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. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. JUNE 7, 2018 || townandcountrygazette.com

Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (HA, N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. United Church of Christ Greenawalds 2325 Albright Ave. Allentown 610-435-1763 uccgreenawalds.org W 10:30 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 Sat. - Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. W 11 a.m.

St. Peter’s U.C.C. Northampton (HA) W & SS 9 a.m.

Whitehall Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

St. Peter’s UCC, Lynnville New Tripoli, 610-298-8064 W 9:30 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. www.stpeterslynnvill.com & facebook

Whitehall Mennonite Church Egypt, 610-262-1270 (N) W 10 a.m., 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.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church 1904 Main Street, Northampton W - 10:30 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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All Singers & Choir members are encouraged to attend rehearsals for the July 4th Heritage Service to be held at the First Baptist Church in Slatington at 10am. Rehearsals will be at 7pm on Tuesdays June 12th, 19th, 26th & July 3rd and Thursdays June 14th, 21st & 28th in the church sanctuary. Questions, please contact Anna Mary Milot at 610-767-8337. Thanks for your time & consideration in advance.

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The Indianland Garden Club will hold it’s monthly meeting at Hope Lutheran Church in Cherryville on Tuesday, June 12th at 7:00. Our speaker will be Lori Metz from Carriage House Landscape Design. She will discuss “Gardening for Butterflies and Hummingbirds”. The Club had its annual plant auction on May 8th with Richard Dotta officiating. Thank you to everyone who attended and we hope that you are enjoying your new plants. New members are invited to join the club which is in its 64th year. For more information, please call 610-657-0864.

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Jillian Olewine and Preston Kemery were named Northern Lehigh’s Female and Male Athletes of the Year. The awards were announced during the Northern Lehigh Spring Athletic Awards Night.

Senator Browne’s Visit with Northwestern Lehigh Students to Experience Innovative Learning On May 11, 2018, Northwestern Lehigh School District had a fantastic visit with Senator Patrick Browne and his Communication Director, Matt Moyer. A few Board Members, Willard Dellicker, Alan Rex and Todd Leiser, as well as D.J. Wolbert and Tim Lebrecht, from the Northwestern Lehigh Educational Foundation, also attended the event.

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learned how technology can be utilized for a better understanding of American History through the use of VR (Virtual Reality) equipment. The group then moved to the library where Mrs. Susan Hanlon and Mr. Shawn Fies, from Northwestern Elementary School, as well as Mrs. Karly Sacco and Mrs. Kelly DeAntonis, from Weisenberg Elementary School, worked with some fifth grade broadcasting students who interviewed the Senator. They had asked some very intriguing questions. The first ever joint effort of the Tiger Time/TigerVision Morning Show can be seen on our Ustream link located at https://tinyurl.com/ senatorinterview. Continued on page 40

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The next stop was the Northwestern Lehigh High School STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) Lab. Mrs. Shannon Kistler, Middle School Teacher, and two Northwestern Lehigh Middle School students shared their Maker's Club experiences with the Senator. They presented Senator Browne with a small souvenir which they designed and produced on a 3D (three dimensional) printer. Lastly, High School Principal, Mrs. Aileen Yadush, and Math/Engineering Teacher, Mr. Jeremy Smoyer,

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St. Peter’s UMC Events Submitted by Sharleen Crossett

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church to receive a paper copy. The ”Jacobs Brothers” Free concert has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 9th at 6PM. The concert is open to the public and everyone is invited to attend. A Love offering will be taken. Spring is in the air and so are the UMW Senior Luncheons. Come out on Wednesday, June 20th from 11:30 – 1PM for an enjoyable meal and fellowship. A Love donation is accepted. There will be no luncheons in July and August Helping Hands Community Center, a ministry of St. Peters UMC located at Main and Chestnut St in Parryville continues to host Lifetree Café on Saturday evenings from 5 to 6PM. The Café is open to all people for an hour of stories and conversation to feed your soul. The Community Center is also available for area groups to use. For more information or to schedule use please contact St. Peters UMC office at 610-767-6233. Regular Sunday activities include Sunday school held for all ages at 9AM. Our Blended Worship service is at 10:00AM. Communion is observed on the 1st Sunday of each month and Youth group at 7:30PM. Bible Study is held Monday mornings at 11AM. Wednesday night Bible Study on at 7PM. 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, or check us out at www.STPetersUMCEmerald.com. News@TownAndCountryGazette.com || JUNE 7, 2018

Hundreds of students celebrate the arts at the 16th Annual Freddy Awards Submitted by KERI LINDENMUTH

Mermaids on Heelys chat with tap-dancing flappers who are sitting alongside medieval French peasants. They do the wave and cheer as a camera pans over them and a producer counts down the seconds until show time. It is just your average evening at the State Theatre’s Freddy Awards. The 16th annual high school musical theatre award ceremony was held on Thursday, May 24 at the State Theatre in Easton and broadcast live on WFMZ. A total of 29 schools from across Lehigh, Northampton, and Warren County, New Jersey participated in this season’s awards. From February until May, these schools performed their spring musicals in front of sold-out audiences and a panel of Freddy Awards judges. These judges evaluated the schools’ choirs, scenery, actors and actresses, choreography, and more. Nominations for the more than 20 Freddy Awards up for grabs were announced on May 11. The annual ceremony held at the State Theatre is where the winners are revealed, but it is so much more. It is a celebration of all the students’ hard work. It is a celebration of musical theater. And, in a time of divisiveness, it is a celebration of unity, friendship, and kindness. “The respect, kindness, and love that is in this theatre…I wish it could be everywhere,” Freddy Awards host and State Theatre president and CEO Shelley Brown said before the ceremony went live. The awards began with over 100 students, representing every school, performing an opening medley of songs from Broadway hits like Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen. Their fellow cast mates, their theater directors, and their families cheered them on so loudly, their voices were sometimes drowned out by the excitement, but their smiles were visible from every seat in the house. Five schools were nominated for Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical and each had their chance to perform a musical number from their show. Bangor Area High School was nominated for its production of 42nd Street. The cast performed the show’s tap-dancing filled title number. The flawless choreography and the cast’s stunning quick change had the audience on its feet. Southern Lehigh High School’s Disney’s Little Mermaid was also nominated. Dressed as mermaids, crabs, stingrays, starfish, and squids, the cast performed “Under the Sea.” To give the effect of gliding under the water, they all floated across the stage in Heelys, much to the audience’s delight. Emmaus High School’s cast of West Side Story JUNE 7, 2018 || townandcountrygazette.com

performed “The Dance at the Gym/Promenade/ Mambo”sequence.The show’s intense choreography, which garnered the school a Freddy Award for Outstanding Choreography, was directed entirely by Emmaus student Luke Csordas, who won a Freddy himself for Outstanding Performance by a Featured Dancer. Dieruff High School’s cast of Side Show slowed it down a bit by performing the powerful ballad “Who Will Love Me as I Am.” Dieruff, which in the past has performed productions of Chicago, Th e Producers, and In the Heights, is known for bringing something new to the Freddy Awards every single year, and this year was no exception. As they were with past productions, they are the first school to perform Side Show, the musical based on the lives on conjoined twins Violet and Daisy Hilton. Finally, Parkland High School performed “Esmerelda” from The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Parkland’s production garnered the most nominations this year, with a total of 15. Before performing toward the end of the evening, the school had already won Outstanding Performance by an Orchestra, Outstanding Use of Scenery, Outstanding Small Ensemble Performance, and Outstanding Chorus. Continued on page 46

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In addition to the nominated schools, the nominated lead actors and actresses also performed. Meghan Altemose from Saucon Valley High School was awarded Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role for her portrayal of Marian Paroo in The Music Man. Reese Diaz from Parkland High School was awarded Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role for his portrayal of Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. The biggest awards of the evening, Outstanding Overall Production by a Smaller School and Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical, were presented last. Overall Production by a Smaller School resulted in a shocking tie between Hackettstown High School’s Godspell and Northern Lehigh High School’s Sweeney Todd. It marked the latter school’s first win in the category. Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical was awarded to Parkland High School, which ended up winning a total of eight awards throughout the evening. However, no matter which school or student won an award, everyone was there to celebrate one thing that trumped all else: the arts. “The arts matter, the arts change lives,” said Freedom High School theater director Jennifer Wescoe, who is retiring from the school’s theater department this year. She received a special Freddy Award for her more than 18 years supporting high school theater. “We work just as hard as the sports teams. Be inspired. Be encouraged.” 2018 Freddy Winners Outstanding Performance by an Orchestra: Parkland High School – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Outstanding Use of Scenery: Parkland High School – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Outstanding Use of Costumes: Bangor Area High School – 42nd Street Outstanding Performance by a Male Ensemble Member: Pierce McGowan as Adolfo Pirelli – Northern Lehigh High School – Sweeney Todd

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Outstanding Performance by a Female Ensemble Member: Lisandra Espiritusanto Marte as Nehebka – William Allen High School – Aida Outstanding Use of Lighting: Emmaus High School – West Side Story Outstanding Small Ensemble Performance: Reese Diaz & Alex Atiyeh – “Sanctuary” – Parkland High School – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Outstanding Choreography: Emmaus High School – West Side Story Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role: Shannon Callaghan as Queen Aggravain – Freedom High School – Once Upon a Mattress Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role: Christian Clausnitzer as Sebastian – Southern Lehigh High School – Disney’s The Little Mermaid Outstanding Performance by a Featured Dancer: Luke Csordas as Jet Dancer – Emmaus High School – West Side Story Outstanding Chorus: Parkland High School – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Vic Kumma Award for Outstanding Solo Vocal Performance: Meghan Altemose – “Goodnight, My Someone”– SauconValley High School –The Music Man Outstanding Featured Performance by an Actor: Logan Farley as Man in Chair – Belvidere High School – The Drowsy Chaperone Outstanding Featured Performance by an Actress: Lindsey Sommons as Miss Gulch/West Witch – Liberty High School – The Wizard of Oz Outstanding Production Number: Parkland High School – “The Bells of Notre Dame” – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Outstanding Stage Crew (TIE): Parkland High School – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Southern Lehigh High School – 42nd Street Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role: Meghan Altemose as Marian Paroo – Saucon Valley High School – The Music Man Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role: Reese Diaz as Quasimodo – Parkland High School – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Outstanding Overall Production by a Smaller School (TIE): Hackettstown High School – Godspell News@TownAndCountryGazette.com || JUNE 7, 2018

Northern Lehigh High School – Sweeney Todd Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical: Parkland High School – The Hunchback of Notre Dame Special Freddy Awards/Scholarship Awards Student Achievement Award: Rachel Zwerver, North Warren Regional High School West Virginia University Scholarships: Collette Curry, Southern Lehigh High School (Musical Theatre Performance) Kailey Kloiber, Parkland High School (Theatre Design and Technology) Seneca Phillips McGraw, Moravian Academy (Theatre Design and Technology) Just Born Educational Impact Award: Easton Area High School.

Northampton Area Public Library Events Submitted by Susan Sentz

Book Release Event with author JeremyVermeulen. Join us Saturday June 9 at 1:00 pm as Jeremy discusses his first book My Happiness Journey: 8 Guiding Principles to a Happy Life. There will be a discussion about writing, self-publishing, and a Q & A session. Copies of the book will be available for purchase that day and Jeremy will be signing books. Preschool Learn and Play on June 13 at 10:00. Play and explore with STEM toys and activities with

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