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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Girl of the Month.................................... Pg. 8 Community Calendar............................ Pg. 10 Church Directory................................... Pg. 18 Kids Coloring Page................................ Pg. 20 Touch of Dutch...................................... Pg. 26 Pet Page................................................. Pg. 42 Classifieds.............................................. Pg. 43
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Northampton Area Public Library Programs submitted by SUSAN SENTZ
Drop – In Family Storytime is every Tuesday at 10:00 until the end of March. This program features stories, rhymes, music and movement to help develop a love of reading. No Registration necessary. Play K is every Tuesday until the end of March between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Drop in anytime to partake in play and learning designed for children preparing for kindergarten. Signups for National Library Week Children’s programs begin March 14. Programs include One Book Every Young Child for preschoolers and Book
Brunch for kindergarten through 5th grade. Mad Hatter Tea Party for teens will he held Saturday, April 1 at 1 p.m. Celebrate your unbirthday, costumes encouraged! Registration required. Adult Escape Room program will be held Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m. Use elements of the room, solve the puzzles, and escape the room. Registration required. Please call the Library at 610-262-7537 with any questions regarding programs.
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Morgenland Church Basket Social, Fri. Apr. 7, 2017 6-8 p.m. and Sat. Apr. 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Drawing 2 p.m., do not need to be present to win. Refreshments available. Call Lisa at 610-349-6013 for info.
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Do you believe in Spirits? Well I can tell you the sold-out group that participated in “Locked in the Library”has a whole new outlook on the spirit world. Fun and unusual information was shared with the entire group and I’m still trying to figure out why the paranormal equipment always worked around me! Our very sincere thanks to the Paranormal Afflictions Research Association, Randy and Jen and their team did an amazing job along with the Slatington Public Library, and our wonderful liquid spirits supplier, Eight Oaks Craft Distillery of New Tripoli. We have a long history with our March event; it is our 23rd annual Spirit Award. This year’s event has a new theme and a wonderful new location. “Meet us on Park Avenue”, will be held at the Woodstone County Club, Saturday, March 25 starting at 6 p.m. This event was created to honor individuals who have given unselfishly their time and talents in serving their local communities. This year I have the proud honor to announce that Kevin Schmidt, our past president and friend has been chosen. Some of Kevin’s activities include a member of the Upper Lions Club, President of Northern Valley Medical Services, the local Planning Commission and not to mention various work organizations that he is a member of. Kevin is the current President of The
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Woman’s Club of Slatington Juried Arts Contest Submitted by BECKY LIENHARD
The Woman’s Club of Slatington continues to support our local library. On April 24, the club is sponsoring a juried Arts Contest at the Slatington Public Library. Please contact Louise Bechtel at slatlib2@ptd.net or Becky Lienhard d_blienhard@msn.com for additional information. Our next meeting is Monday, March 20 at
7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 40 Second Street, Slatington. For additional information please call 610-767-7929 or 610767-9436 The Woman’s Club of Slatington continues to support our community. Thank you to all the members who volunteered their time at the Northern Lehigh Food Bank. The club motto is, “Keeping the flame of friendship and service burning bright.”
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GIRL OF THE MONTH
Slatington Woman’s Club - March 2017
The Woman’s Club of Slatington is pleased to announce that Northern Lehigh High School senior KARLYNA KEMERY of Slatington has been chosen as their Girl of the Month for March. Karlyna is the daughter of Francis and Dawn Kemery and lives with her parents and brothers, Gavin and Preston. She participates in soccer, basketball and track. Karlyna also serves as secretary for Student Council and SADD, is a member of the National Honor Society, a School Board representative, and is involved with Bigs & Littles. Her other interests include tap and jazz dancing at the Accent School for Dance, going to the beach, camping, helping with community events, playing with her dog, and spending time with her family and friends. She plans to attend DeSales University to major in criminal justice. Congratulations, Karlyna!
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Emerald Saint Peter, United Methodist Church Opens Lifetree Café March 18th at 5 p.m. Submitted By REV. WILLIAM J. RITZENTHALER
This “conversation café”—located at the Helping Hands Community Center in Parryville PA, 18244 on the corner of Main Street and Chestnut Street. —is part of a national network of locations that offer participatory events related to life and faith. The Lifetree Café experience is a scheduled hour of “stories and conversations to feed the soul,” according to Pastor Bill Ritzenthaler. The hour typically includes a short original film and guided conversation. A local host directs the hour.“It’s sort of like a live, local talk show—with an inspirational twist,” Pastor Bill said. The discussions will be led by Pamela Snyder a Certified Lay Minister, she will guide the discussion during the time we have together. Topics, which change weekly, focus on popular life issues. Topics may include such things as loneliness, immigration, health, angels, guilt, prayer, and life after death. The exclusive documentarystyle films feature everyday people with unusual stories, as well as nationally known figures. National Lifetree Café founder Thom Schultz said, “We engage people of all ages in a national
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conversation through local Lifetree Cafés as well as a robust online presence.” The organization’s website, LifetreeCafe.com, invites visitors to participate online in the same topical conversations that occur each week at the live venues. “Lifetree serves as a comfortable place to meet other people who are interested in the same issues.” Schultz said, “The atmosphere resembles a warm, neighborhood coffee shop. The experience gives people practical help and insight on life issues, and provides a hopeful spiritual connection.” Shultz said,“We’ve found that people today want to participate in the conversation. It’s not enough to simply hear someone lecture on an important topic. People want to share their thoughts, ask questions, and tell their own stories. Lifetree offers a safe place and time to do that.” Lifetree Café will be offered at 5 p.m. every Saturday, starting on March 18th. Admission to the 60-minute events is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Helping Hands Community Center Parryville, PA
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR • March 19 Northampton Exchange Club Spring Craft Fair & Tricky Tray. 10 am – 3 pm Northampton Community Center, 1601 Laubach Avenue, Northampton. Free admittance and ample free parking. Dozens of crafters and direct sales vendors. Tricky tray raffle being held in conjunction with the craft fair. Full kitchen selling lunch and beverage items, plus a bake sale! • March 29 FREE Movie - “The Grace Card,” 7 p.m. at Agape New Testament Fellowship, 5229 Route #873, Schnecksville, Pa. • April 4 Event: USED CLOTHING COLLECTION 8-8PM Union Lutheran Church, 5500 Rt. 873, Schnecksville Clothing & Shoes, Accessories, Household items, Hard & Soft Toys, Bicycles Benefits: Youth of ULC FMI: Call Church Office 610-7676884, Website: www.ulclv.org • April 8 Palmerton Concourse Club Basket Spectacular - 10 AM to 2 PM, St. John's Lutheran Church, 2915 Fireline Road, Palmerton. 50 bountiful theme baskets, home baked goods, soup, BBQ, filling. Eat in or takeout. Door Prize. Drawing at 2 PM. Don't need to be present to win. All proceeds benefit the local community. FMI call Judy at 610-826-4323. • May 7 There will be a free buffet-style meal served at St. John’s Lutheran Church 40 2nd St. Slatington, PA. It will be served from 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend. lunch will be Hamburger BBQ, turkey BBQ, filling, broccoli, corn, desserts and beverages. Come and enjoy good food and fellowship! Reservations are appreciated and walk-ins are welcome! For reservations contact the church office at 610-767-6361.
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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/Serenity Seekers, United Methodist Church, Aquashicola/Palmerton, 7 to 8 p.m. 484-477-9697. 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. TUESDAYS TOPS, Zion U.C.C., Lehighton. 4:30 p.m. 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. 570-730-8601. NLHS library, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. crochet group, beginners welcome. Contact Lisa 610-767-4323. WEDNESDAYS Preschool story hour, Slatington Library, 11 a.m. Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Library 6 to 8 p.m. 610-760-0207. Alzheimer’s Support Group (1st and 3rd), St. John’s Lutheran Church, Jim Thorpe. 6:30 p.m. 610-392-2380. Homework Helpers, Palmerton Library, 3 to 4:30 p.m. 610-826-4962. 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 610-3980172. 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 610-7601642. 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. SUNDAYS Learning Experience & Discipleship classes, Bethany Wesleyan, 9 and 10:45 a.m.
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Preschool Story Hour At Slatington Public Library submitted by LYNNE FEDORCHA
Our 6-week Preschool Story Hour will begin on March 21st. Join Miss Debbie, Miss Hali, and Miss Lynne on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to Noon for stories, fingerplays, songs, crafts, and making new friends. You may call the library to pre-register, but dropins are always welcome. Parents or caregivers are encouraged to stay and join in the fun.
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Replica Railroad Sign At Slatington Trailhead Now Lit Submitted By ROBERT STETTNER
The replica railroad sign adorning the pavilion at the Slatington Trailhead is now lit for passers by to see at night. The sign, purchased a few years ago by Northern Lehigh Future Focus (NLFF), is an exact replica of a sign, which was attached to the old Slatington Train Station. The sign indicates the mileage from Slatington to Buffalo, New York and to New York City, the route
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of the famous Black Diamond Express passenger train. The train ran on the former Lehigh Valley Railroad (LVRR) line, which passed through Slatington. The Slatington Train Station was destroyed on February 1, 1969 when a LVRR Newark, NJ to Buffalo, NY bound freight train derailed and crashed into the station. When the pavilion at the trailhead was constructed on the site of the former station, NLFF felt the mileage sign, which was a prominent feature on the old station, should be replicated and hung on the pavilion. It made for a nice addition to the pavilion, while at the same time preserved Slatington’s history. NLFF would like to thank Doug Wanamaker, who installed the lights and ran the wiring, and the Venture Group for their cooperation in allowing this project to proceed.
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COLLEGE CORNER LCCC’s Early Learning Center Mindful Me Program submitted by DENISE M. REIFINGER
The Early Learning Center, located on the Schnecksville campus of Lehigh Carbon Community College, invites preschool children ages 3-5 along with a family member to spend an hour exploring the Reggio-inspired center and the numerous activities available. This session, held on Thursday, April 6, from 2 to 3 p.m., will begin and end with simple "Mindful" exercises designed to create selfawareness in young children. Attendance is free, however registration is requested. Please call LCCC’s ELC at 610-799-1165 or email elc@lccc.edu.
LCCC Offers Continuing Education for Water/ Wastewater Treatment
Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC), an approved provider of PA DEP Continuing Education credits, is offering training for water and wastewater
treatment plant operators this spring. All courses are held at the college’s main campus in Schnecksville. Level I is designed to train operators in the basic practical aspects of operating and maintaining water treatment plants, emphasizing safe practices and procedures. Class begins March 28 and will run Tuesdays and Thursdays through May 4. Cost is $582. Level II continues with training on Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 9 through June 13, for a fee of $577. Both classes are held from 6 to 9 p.m. Continued on page 14
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LIVE EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATION Friday April 21, 2017 at 7:00pm Northern Lehigh Middle School Auditorium • Close encounters with snakes, lizards, tortoises, parrots, furry friends, and more! • Learn cool facts about animals and exotic species! • Educational family fun! • Support the Northern Lehigh Community Center!
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Additional courses are offered on a rotational schedule and may be added during an upcoming semester. To register, call 610-799-1197 or email ncregistrar@mymail.lccc.edu. For a noncredit brochure, call 610-799-1703.
LCCC Partners to Offer Noncredit Cooking Classes
Through partnerships with Parkland, Catasauqua Area and Whitehall-Coplay School Districts, Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) will offer a variety of noncredit cooking classes to the community on a convenient and flexible schedule. Locations vary; additional materials fees may apply and are payable to the instructor. For a complete listing of the following courses, visit https://www.lccc.edu/ career-training-and-personal-interest. Nut Roll – Tuesday, March 14, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fee is $30 Kiffles – Tuesday, March 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fee is $30 Knife Skills – Wednesday, March 22, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fee is $35 Kiffles – Wednesday, March 29, from 7 to 8:30
p.m. Fee is $30 Cheesemaking I – Wednesday, April 12, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fee is $30 Cheesemaking II – Wednesday, April 19, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Fee is $40 30-Minute Meals – Wednesday, April 26, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fee is $45 Cheeses of Europe – Wednesday, May 3, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fee is $45 A new couples cooking class will be offered this semester, Date Night: Sushi 101. Choose from Thursday, April 6 or Friday April 21. Both classes meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at LCCC’s main campus in Schnecksville. Fee is $30 per person. For more information regarding noncredit courses and registration, please call 610-799-1197, email ncregistrar@mymail.lccc.edu.
KU Department of Social Work to Host 14th Annual Community Forum March 24 submitted by DAVID JOHNSON
The Kutztown University Department of Social Work will host its 14th annual community forum on Friday, March 24, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in Schaeffer Auditorium. This year’s topic,“Family in
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Environment: Part I- Incarceration,”raises awareness of issues surrounding incarceration and its impact on families in the social environment. It is part one of a three year series. Presenters will include John E. Wetzel, secretary, Pennsylvania Department of Corrections; State Senator Judith Schwank; Ann Schwartzman, Pennsylvania Prison Society; Liz Ryan, president & CEO, Youth First Initiative and Johanna Byrd, ACSW, executive director, National Association of Social Workers, Pa. According to the Vera Institute of Justice, in 2014 Pennsylvania had a prison incarceration rate of 583, with Lehigh County at 656, Berks at 576, and Philadelphia at 1358. Those rates exceed those of the United States overall (326), New York (392), New Jersey (359), and exceed that of most other nations. With emphasis on the family as the most important social institution and recognition of recent protests pertaining to incarceration matters, experts will identify and promote best practices that will enable social work professionals and others to serve as catalysts to develop action plans and strengthen alliances across the practice continuum in this region. Community leaders, agency executives, policy
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For all Slatington Library information, visit our website www.slatelibrary.com The 6 week long, spring session, of the library’s Pre-school reading program will begin on Tuesday, March 21st. The program will begin at 11:00a.m. All are welcome. Upcoming community events at the library are scheduled through May. April 7th: the Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce, is celebrating Earth Day and the library will host a talk by Dan Kunkle from the Lehigh Gap Nature Center at 4:00 p.m. April 24th: The library will cohost a community Arts night with the Woman’s Club of Slatington at which the winners of their annual art’s contest will be announced. There will be snacks and entertainment. May 17th: Liz Wagner will speak about her “ladyrun, earth friendly farm,” and what to do with the produce once you have it. The library currently has a position open for a board member from the borough of Walnutport. If
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you live in Walnutport, are interested in the position, or would like to know more about what the position entails; please call the library. The library board consists of three members from each of the municipalities that make up the Northern Lehigh School District, The boroughs of Slatington and Walnutport and Washington Township. The board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00p.m. at the library. Do you need to take a standardized test and want to practice? Check out the link to “Brainfuse” on the library’s home page. Brainfuse has tutorials for the PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests. The Diabetes lecture for March will be on Wednesday the 22nd at 1:00 p.m. The topic for the month is “Fighting the Fat”. Most of last month’s lecture can be watched from the “events” link on the library’s home page or on the library’s facebook page. The Slatington Library Book Club will meet on Monday, April 3rd, at 1:00 p.m. The Club is currently reading “Rosemary the Hidden Kennedy Daughter” by Kate Clifford Larson. Newcomers are welcome. Copies are available at the library. Are you an Amazon shopper? If you are, shop www.smile.amazon.com and select the Slatington Library and we will receive 1% of what you spend as a donation. You can use your existing account. There is always a book sale at the Library. Books are $1.00 a bag. The library takes donations of books. We do not take encyclopedias, National Geographic’s magazines or Reader’s Digest condensed books. Library hours are Monday and Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; closed Thursday and Sunday. Contact us at 610 767-6461.
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Christ U.C.C., Little Moore Danielsville, 610-837-6051 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.
Good Shepherd U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-9680 (HA) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. (HA)
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kreidersville, 610-262-9517 W Sun. 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
Concordia Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-8500 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.
Please send your updates to askus@ townandcountrygazette.com or mail them to P.O. Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088. The directory is a free listing of local churches in alphabetical order and includes services, Sunday school, and Bible Study schedules. Please call the churches for directions or more information.
Covenant United Methodist Church Bath, 610-837-7517 HA W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m.
Agape New Testament Fellowship Schnecksville, 610-216-5611 (N) W 10 a.m. Jr. Church 10:45 a.m.
Ebenezer United Church of Christ New Tripoli, 610-298-8000 SS 9 a.m.; W 10:15 a.m.
All Saints Episcopal Church Lehighton, 610-377-2675 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
Ebenezer United Methodist Church Lehighton, 610-377-6900 W 9 a.m. www.ebenezerumclehighton.com
Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church Slatington, 610-767-2214 W Sat. 5 p.m. Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. 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 Bethel U.C.C. Slatington, 484-547-8335 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Blue Mountain Community Church Palmerton, 610-826-8402 W 9:15 a.m., SS 11:15 a.m. Chapman Quarries United Methodist Bath, 610-837-0935 (HA) W 11 a.m. SS 10 a.m. Christ’s Church at Lowhill UCC New Tripoli W 10 a.m., SS during worship
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Dinkey Memorial Evangelical Lutheran Church Ashfield, 610-377-4242 W 8:30 a.m. SS 10 a.m.
Egypt Community Church Egypt, 610-262-4961 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Emmanuel U.C.C. Bowmanstown W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport 610-737-5390 (Pastor) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Faith Alive United Methodist Church Bowmanstown, 610-852-2805 W 8:30 & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. Faith Wesleyan Church Route 309, Orefield (HA/N) 610-398-0172 W 10:45 a.m. SS 9:30 a.m. First U.C.C. Palmerton W 9 a.m., SS 10 a.m. Friedens U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-7099 (HA) W 10:30 a.m. God’s Missionary Church Northampton, 610-262-4412 W 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.
Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Grace United Church of Christ Northampton, 610-262-7186 (HA) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m. Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 11 a.m., SS 9:45 am Heidelberg U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 8:30 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. Heritage Baptist Church Orefield, 610-395-4970 (N) W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Slatedale, 610-767-1526 W 8:30 a.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Palmerton (HA/N) W 8 & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA/N) Sun. W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m. Jacob’s Church Route 143, New Tripoli, 610-7566252 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.
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Living Stone Fellowship New Tripoli, 610-298-3020 W 10 a.m. Living Water Community Church Parryville, 610-737-1450 (HA) W Sat. 6 p.m., Com. 1st Sat. BS Thurs. 7 p.m. Mountain View Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-759-7553 W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Northampton Assembly of God Cherryville Rd., 610-262-5645 W 10:15 a.m. & 6 p.m. SS 9:30 a.m. Northampton Lutheran Parish Holy Trinity Slovak & Zion SS 8:45 a.m.,W 10 a.m. at Holy Trinity Slovak 1372 Washington Ave., 610-2611812 Interim Pastor Bruce MacLaughlin 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 Palmerton (HA) W Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:30 & 11 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Danielsville (N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Aquashicola 610-826-2577 W 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., 2nd Sunday Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632 W 10 a.m. Shepherd’s Chapel www.shepherdschapel.com Regional online fellowship. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Whitehall, 610-262-1600 W 8/10:15 a.m., SS 8:50 a.m. Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276 W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. St. John’s 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. St. John’s U.C.C. Laury's Station (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. John’s U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-5554 (HA/N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m. St. John’s U.C.C. - Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA/N) W 9:30 a.m. SS 9:30 a.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. 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 9 a.m. & 6 p.m. Tues., 10 a.m. Wed., 7 p.m.
Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. The Church of God Palmerton, 610-826-4972 W 10:15 a.m. Trinity E.C. Church Berlinsville, 610-767-1167 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. Trinity E.C. Church Slatington, 484-553-0218 W 10 a.m., Bible Study Wed 7 p.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 Trinity U.C.C. Coplay, 610-262-8933 (HA) W 10 a.m. Sunday Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (HA, N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 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 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. Whitehall Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Whitehall Mennonite Church Egypt, 610-262-1270 (N) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
St. Peter’s U.C.C. Northampton (HA) W & SS 9 a.m.
Zion U.C.C. Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W 8:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
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Zion’s Stone U.C.C. Northampton, 610-262-1133 W 10:15 a.m.. SS 9 a.m.
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Brooke Fontoura-Sutliff of Northampton, Pennsylvania, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Fontoura-Sutliff was initiated at Kutztown University. Fontoura-Sutliff is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10 percent of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction. Phi Kappa Phi was founded in 1897 under the leadership of Marcus L. Urann who had a desire to create a different kind of honor society: one that recognized excellence in all academic disciplines.
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Un dann henn sie laut gegrische: "Schneider, Schneider, meck, meck, meck! Yaag der Geesbock, yaag en weck!" Alles kann der Beck verdraage, Brauch aa net en Watt zu saage; Iss er schunscht aa noch so kiehl, Des waar awwer doch zu viel! Schteckemoos, des greift er schnell, Schpringt mol var die Diereschwell; Widder heert er dann zum Schrecke, Wie die Buwe meck-meck-mecke. Schneider geht 'ne dabber noh, Will sie gaerwe schwatz un bloo, Uff die Brick mit lange SchrittKracks! Do breeht sie in de Mitt. Widder heert er, "Meck, meck, meck!" Plumps! Do iss der Schneider weck! Wasser hot ihn fatt genumme, Gense-paar kummt anneg'sehwumme. Will er doch net unnergeh, Grickt er Halt an ihre Bee; Mit 're Gans an yedre Hand, Fladdert er uff's druckne Land. Kalder Leib un puddelnass, Ya, des waar gewiss kee G'schpass!
Draurich geht der Schneider heem; Datt waar's aa net so bequem. In der Kich, beim heese Damp, Grickt er noch der Maagegramp. Hot sich bucklich grumm gebickt Un der Gramp noch arrick grickt; Dutt sich uff der Offe hocke Um die Schmatze rauszulocke, Legt sich endlich uff der Disch, Macht er noch so'n matter Grisch. Doch sei gudi Fraa kummt glei Mit em Biggeleise bei, Biggelt ihm sei kalter LeibContinued on page 28
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Yes, one doesn’t throw these away, He just takes them to Tailor Beck. He makes everything, and truly Better than it was from new. Beck is a master tailor, Because this is his life’s purpose. Everyone in the town, so it appears, Is Tailor Beck’s friends. But Johnny and George already ‘Sharpen the tongue’ to torment him. Not very far from Beck’s house Runs a roaring stream, A wild creek, and [also] deep and clear, Especially that time of the year. [If] one wants to cross that creek, He must go over a plank-bridge. Johnny and George get moving To saw at that little bridge, Ritzy ratzy(?), back and forth, Until it was almost cut through. Run to the other side; hustle! Hustle! Hustle! They are behind an elderberry bush, Where no one can see them, And then they yelled loudly: “Tailor, tailor, ‘Meck, meck, meck!’
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Chase that billy goat, chase him away!” Beck can tolerate anything, Also does not need to say anything; He is otherwise so cool, But this was yet too much! The stick-measure, this he grabs quickly, Ran at once for the door threshold; Then again he hears and is frightened, As the boys make the ‘meck’ sounds. The tailor pursued them quickly,
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Cold belly and soaking wet, Yes, this was certainly no fun! The tailor went home sad; He was also not comfortable there. In the kitchen, with hot steam, He still got stomach cramps. He doubled himself over And the cramps got worse; He sat himself on the stove To draw out the pain,
Wanted to beat then black and blue, On the bridge with long strides – Cracks! Then it broke in the middle. Again he hears, “Meck, meck, meck! ” Flop! Then the tailor is gone! The water took him away; A pair of geese came swimming there. He did not want to go under, [So] he grabbed hold of their legs;
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Finally laid himself on the table, And yet made such a weak cry. Yet his good wife came soon With the clothes iron; She ironed his belly – And not just for some pastime! The iron was right hot and heavy, She pushed it back and forth a few times, And still pressed strongly on it one time, And the pain stopped. The people in the village already know it: The tailor is certainly healthy again.
In both Birmelin’s version of the third trick and in the original, Tailor Beck is well received in his village. But that was not usually the case; tailors were often taunted because their occupation was perceived as “women’s work”. And tailors were often referred to by the surname Bock, or Beck, and since the word “Bock”could also refer to a ram or billy goat, that double meaning came to be a basis for some heckling. Many songs of that era contained a chorus line: “Schneider, meck, meck, meck”, where “meck” represented the sound a billy goat makes (onomatopoeia). Hans’ and Yarick’s taunts mirrored the words of those songs. The positive attitude that
The third trick – and is that all there is? No, the fourth comes soon. [John Birmelin’s Hans un Yarick is a PA Dutch rendering of the classic German children’s story, Max und Moritz, written by Wilhelm Busch (18321908) and first published in 1865. Birmelin’s version has the subtitle, En Buwegschicht in siwwe Schtreech (A boyhood story in seven tricks). In each of the first five tricks those two boys create some hardship for their victims with no apparent repercussion, but in the last two, the table is turned on them and they pay dearly, therein the moral lesson. Lehigh Township Historical Society's
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10 Ways to Get Your Home Ready for Spring
Bust open the cedar closet and shove in everything you won’t need ‘til November, because the seasons have finally changed! It’s time to get your house hopping for spring and we have 10 ways to do it! Change Your Welcome Mat-Make a statement right through the gate (literally) with a new welcome mat for spring. Clean the Windows-Get rid of all the gunk and grime from a winter’s worth of weather on your windows. Add Flowers-Head to the local nursery and pick out some of your favorite blossoms. Buy bulbs to
plant in your garden outside, and buy freshly cut flowers for various bouquets in your home. We love peonies, white roses and hydrangea, however more budget-friendly (yet equally beautiful) options include tulips and daffodils. Brighten Up Prints-Change up your table cloths, throw pillows, hand towels and area rugs with brighter colors and snazzier prints that scream sunshine. Add Some Color to the Fridge-Take down the winter calendar and throw some bright new magnets, postcards and photographs on the fridge. If you have
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kids, spend an afternoon creating new art with them! New Table Setting-Buy some colorful new dishware for spring. If your dishware is white, buy some salad plates or bowls to accent them, or try cloth napkins or a statement table runner. Flip Your Mattress/Change Bedding-Put away your heavy comforters and quilts and make way for lighter fabrics and softer colors for spring and summer. And we all hate doing it, but while you’re at it, flipping your mattress will increase its life span and help you sleep better. Clean!-They don’t call it “spring cleaning” for nothing. Light a Linen Candle-We LOVE the smell of linen for spring. It’s enough of a scent to fill your home,
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Spring is right around the corner Spring is right around the corner, and for most home owners it’s an exciting time to get your home ready. In the winter time, many portions of your home are neglected or aren’t used as often because of home owners staying inside their homes. From the interiors of your home to the exterior, getting your home ready for spring will ensure you’ll be ready to enjoy the warmer weather once it hits. Space out your maintenance tips and by time spring is here, you will be able to enjoy the season! Start on your exterior: The outside of your home has taken more wear and tear from the harsh winter, than the interior so start here. Walk around your home and examine caulking around windows and doors, as well as open windows and doors and look at weather stripping. Replace old or cracking caulk and replace weather stripping. Inspect the roof for broken or missing shingles, or tiles, and clean out gutters and downspouts at the same time. Landscaping tips: While it may not be time for you to start planting flowers and watering your lawn, it isn’t too early to ensure you will have ready your garden hoses, walkways, and adjacent areas to your landscaping. Replace cracked or old garden hoses, and rake away leaves, tree limbs and debris
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Mako Ordered to Military duty Submitted by TRACY POLOVICK
Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/Northampton), a U.S. Army helicopter pilot in the Pennsylvania National Guard, has been ordered to report for duty at the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence at Fort Rucker, Ala., for about a month beginning Suday, April 16. “It is an honor to serve my communities, Commonwealth and country,” said Mako, who has been called to serve in the critical role of tactical air combat operations staff.“We don’t get to pick and choose when duty calls, but rest assured, the needs of our district’s residents remain my top priority. My veteran staff and I will ensure our constituents remain my primary mission.” Tactical air combat operations staff upload upto-date maps and classified information into the aircraft to prepare for a mission. This critical step
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Odyssey of the Mind students Compete with creativity submitted by MELINDA MCCANN
About 700 local students put their creativity to the test at the Northeast Pennsylvania Odyssey of the Mind regional tournament. Over 100 teams from 40 area K-12 schools went head-to-head on March 11. Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problem-solving program. Teams of up to seven students receive a "long-term" problem at the beginning of the school year that they must solve in an eight-minute performance within a small budget. “It’s a fantastic program that pushes children to
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5 Ways to Get Your Garden Ready for Spring Prep now and enjoy a Beautiful outdoor space later By SARAH YANG
1. Clean Up: Throughout the fall and winter, your garden can be exposed to the elements and what’s left behind from storms. “You want to first start by clearing all of your garden beds and lawn of broken branches, leaves, and other debris that have collected,” says Chris Lambton, professional landscaper and host of DIY Network’sYard Crashers. “It’s important to start these chores quickly, as your
spring bulbs and plants should be popping out of the ground any day now. The sooner you clean out the beds, the less chance you have of stepping on the growing plants and damaging them.” The same cleanup method applies for your trees and bushes.“To prep for spring, trim off any broken or dead branches,” he says.“Now is also a good time to prune and shape the tree.” 2. Prep Your Garden Tools: Pull out those tools that have been sitting around all winter.“It’s almost time to use your tools again, so you want to make sure they are ready for the job,” says Lambton. “Clean off the tools with soap and water, and use mineral spirits on wood handles. The mineral spirits will help prevent the wood from splintering. I clean my tools every spring and fall, or if they are especially dirty.” 3. Give Your Soil Some TLC: Make sure your soil is ready for planting. “To start, turn the soil over with a pitchfork and rake it out, clearing any weeds that may have grown,” he says. “I then add fresh compost from my compost bin—if you don’t have one, use store-bought compost or manure to add nutrients to the soil.”You’ll want to add compost or manure a couple of weeks before planting something, so it has time to mix well with your soil Continued on page 45
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Other Vendors/Crafters: Wanted for craft show, May 21, 2017 at Diamond Fire Company, Walnutport. For more information, call 610-462-7314. (3/16)
Real Estate for Rent Apartment Slatington: New 2 bedroom, spacious, eat-in kitchen, living room, bathroom with linen closet, one-piece tub shower. NO PETS, W/S/G included. $590 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691. (12/21/17) Clean room mate wanted, by the week or the month in my house. Everything included except food and cable. Bowmanstown area, call Andy 484-522-8182. (3/16) Egyptian Sands Motel: Room for Rent: Private bath, maid service, all utilities included, clean, quiet, safe, $185/week or $620/month, call 610-262-8050 for details. (5/18) House for Rent: Allen Township: 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 2 car garage. All new interior, NO Smoking, NO Pets. Please call 610-767-5073 or 484-239-1047. (3/16) Room For Rent: Walnutport, furnished, utilities inc. Use of deck and grill, convenient parking. Clean and quiet. Laundry on premises. No pets. One person only. Call 610-767-5864 after 10 a.m. Appt. only. (3/16) Slatington Hotel: Clean, safe, quiet, nicely furnished rooms, $90-$120/week. Private and shared
bathrooms. Color TV and cable incl. HBO. Up-charge for A/C and on-premise parking. Internet avail. Furnished effic. apts also available. 732-309-9671. (12/21/17)
Real Estate for Sale Located in Walnutport, 2 acre commercial property for sale. Call 610-599-8825 for more information. (3/16)
Services Available ABZOLUTE ENTERPRIZEZ: Chimney specialists. Relinings, Caps, Cleanings, Repairs, Waterproofing, Chimneys built, etc. Established 1995. 570-3255727. (5/4) Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Saw Chain, Mower Blades, Scissors, Knives, Clipper Blades, Carbide Tip Saws, and much more. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington. 610-248-7988. (12/21/17)
Wanted Buying Guitars, Accordions, Violins, Old Amplifiers, Saxophones, Drums, Horns, Violins, Most Older Musical Instruments. Local Pick-up. Call Mike 330-3677100. (4/6) Do you have broken A/C or dehumidifiers that you don't want to pay to have removed? If so, please call 610-730-1089 to schedule a free pick-up and removal. (10/5/17) Looking for a used Glockenspiel. Call 610-767-6643 and leave message with asking price, description, and phone number. (3/16)
HOUSECLEANING: Apartment $30. House $6O. Once weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly or once in awhile. Over 30 years experience! Excellent references. I bring my own supplies. Call: 484-623-4286 or 610-704-9536. (3/16) Tim's Sharpening Service: Let me take care of your sharpening needs. Circular saws, carbide circular saw blades, planer blades, scissors, electric hedge fence trimmers, lawn mower blades, axes, chisels, chain saws, etc. Call 610-767-5171 or 610-751-6182 (3/16)
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Events Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Co. Spring flea market April 22 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., bake sale, Chinese auction, refreshments available. Tables available for $10. Call 610-377-2015. (3/16) One day trips Walnutport Senior Citizen: May 23 s:Mt Airy CasinoImpersonator “Shades of Buble” $64/person. September 13 Dutch Apple- “Pippen the Musical” $82.50/person. October 11 Hunterdon Hills Playhouse- “Come Blow Your Horn” $85/person. December 6 American Music Theater- Christmas Show “Home for the Holidays” $86/person. Mohegan Sun Casino 3rd Monday of each month $25/person. For more information contact Dianne at 610-767-5646 (3/16) Penny Party: Saturday March 25 St. John's Lutheran Church, Slatington. Doors open at noon, drawing 1 p.m. Kitchen open, 50/50 drawing, mini-basket social. Fun for all.(3/16)
Thursday June 1 “Second Chances” Dutch Apple Dinner Theater, 8:00 a.m. Chyv; 8:30 a.m. Redner's Market/Northampton 6:00 p.m. home $77.50. Call Audrey 610-264-1994 (3/16)
For Sale Easter Treats Kiffles, Nut Tossies $4.50 doz., Eggs: $6.50 lb. or $3.25 half lb. peanut butter, peanut rolled, peanut rolled peanut butter, butter crème, coconut crème, molasses coconut. Chocolate, clear toy or cake pops $6 doz. Cookie dough or brownie batter bites $6 lb. Vanilla minis $4 lb or $2 half lb. Chocolate covered pretzels $2.50. Chocolate covered marshmallows $2. Chocolate bunnies & crosses. Berlinsville area, call to order 610-392-1843. (3/16) Honey Locust Cut Firewood: 15$ per wheelbarrow load. Please call Tom if interested @ 610-217-5732. (3/16) Zacuzzi meditub: like new, with fixtures.hydrotherapy heated with
8 jets. Compact size 26 by 53 by 38. Ready to install. Call 610-7671448. (4/6)
Help Wanted Freelance Writers Needed: Do you have an interest in local government and community news? We are looking for freelance writers to cover municipal meetings and news in Nazareth and Northampton for a weekly newspaper. A journalism background is a plus. Please send your resume and writing samples to news@townandcountrygazette.com. Organist/Choir Director Position Available: Please send resume and statement of faith to: Jacob's Church, ATTN: Music Ministry Search Committee, 8373 Kings Highway, New Tripoli, Pa. 18066. Inquires, call 610-767-1286. (4/6) Paving Crew-Experienced Only: Now taking applications for paving machine operator, screed operators, roller operators and paving laborers. Please call 610-767-5073. (3/16)
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and won’t burn the roots of your new plants. 4. Make a Plan: Consult your zone to see which flowers and vegetables are best for your location. You can also head to your local nursery to get planting recommendations from local experts. “Planning your garden is the most important part,” says Lambton. “I like to plant so that you get color blooming throughout the season—so mix perennial flowers with some annuals as this will help keep color in your yard longer. It’s also good to plant according to height, making sure that taller plants don’t block the sun from shorter ones.”
5. And Don't Forget to Maintain It: Upkeep during the whole season is key. “Once your flowers start blooming you will have to deadhead to promote more flowers (depending on the species), and it’s a good time to plant annuals to supplement your perennial flowers,” says Lambton. Deadheading is when you cut off the drooping or fading flowers from the rest of the green, healthy stem. “The late spring is also a good time to put down a nice layer of mulch on the garden,” he says. “This will help hold down weeds while keeping in water for those long hot summer days ahead. It also will break down over the fall and winter and help add nutrients to the soil.”
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Northern Valley Emergency Medical Services Recognized by Chamber as Business of the Month submitted by ALICE WANAMAKER
The Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Northern Valley Emergency Medical Services (NOVA) as the March 2017 Business of the Month. NOVA is a provider of emergency advance life support and basic life support medical transportation services. They service 45,000 residents in North Whitehall, Washington, Heidelberg and portions of Lowhill Townships and the Boroughs of Slatington and Walnutport. In May of 1966, community members came together to form a small ambulance service with 16 volunteers in a small building 13 years later they outgrew the space and moved into its present location in located at 2375 Levans Road in Coplay. In addition, they operate two substations; one on Slatington, the other in Heidelberg Township. Since their first day in May 1966, NOVA's mission has never wavered. They are an organization built on a solid foundation of values and principles that drive
their success by shaping goals, guiding conduct and promoting a sense of pride. At NOVA, integrity is earned through uncompromising dedication, educating to the highest standards and openness within the organization. They are committed to the safety of those they serve by maintaining the highest skills and abilities to ensure their well-being. Dedicated to the continuous improvement of patient focused care and services intended to exceed the community's and visitors' expectations, they employ a continual quality improvement program. NOVA promotes a system where creativity is championed and innovation is encouraged. Finally, through mutual respect, teamwork and open communication, they foster a partnership with the communities, staff, professional colleagues and patients and their families. Board Officers are; Kevin A. Schmidt, President; William V. Moyer, Vice President; Nancy Treskot,
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Secretary; Lamar Hamm, Treasurer; Kristie D. Wilk, Director of Administration; Anne Boddie, Director of Operations; Lisa Breneiser, Business Office Manager. NOVA auxiliary, in operation since 1974 continues to be, an integral part of the organization, Auxiliary President since 1975 is Marie Dean. Providing emergency ambulance services to the community has changed greatly over the past 50 years. Career professionals have largely replaced volunteers, and costs of vehicles and state-mandated equipment have increased exponentially. The challenges of funding this vital community asset continue to change and expand requiring new business planning and implementation. The future promises even more difficulties and will require effort, focus and community cooperation. NOVA remains committed to providing quality care to those we serve while striving to continue being innovators in the rapidly evolving emergency medical services universe. To learn more about NOVA, to volunteer or donate to the cause, visit www.northernvalleyems.com. You can also find them on facebook @NorthernValleyEMS. About the Chamber: The mission of The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economy and quality of life in the Lehigh Valley Metropolitan Area. We accomplish this through business-to-business networking events and
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