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30th Anniversary Issue | October 1, 2015
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30th Anniversary Issue | October 1, 2015
From the Publisher’s Desk
Joe Korba
Well, we made it 30 years. One thing I know for sure, is that while it isn’t always easy to produce this paper, it’s always worth it in the end. It’s a pretty awesome thing to help carry on a three-decade legacy with the paper. I want to thank all of you guys, our readers and the businesses that support us for allowing us to do this thing that we do. Without all of your support, and especially readers patronizing all of the small businesses that advertise, there would be no Gazette. We pride ourselves in being an affordable and effective option, whether you want to market your restaurant or sell your car in our classifieds. I’m proud of where the paper is and how far we’ve come in the last few years. A sincere thank you to all of our readers and supporters and an even bigger thanks to all of my hard-working team members. Here’s to another 30 years! BL U E MO U N TA IN
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Contents:
Pg. 12 - Touch of Dutch Pg. 14 - Blue Mountain’s Best Pg. 20 - Community Calendar Pg. 31 - Young at Heart Pg. 34 - Animals Gone Viral Pg. 41 - Classifieds
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Horses & Horizons Plans Fall Funfest Submitted by ELAINE L. SMITH Horses & Horizons Therapeutic Learning Center held a Fall Fun Fest on Sunday, September 27. The event took place from 1 to 5 p.m. at the center. It featured two fundraisers: the organization’s annual Walk-A-Thon, plus a “Horse Plop Bingo.” Walk-A-Thon participants received prizes at certain levels based on the amount of pledges they raised from sponsors. There was a grand prize for the person who raised the most money in pledges for the walk. There was also grab bag prizes for every two laps each participant walked. “Horse Plop Bingo” was a new addition this year. During the Fun Fest, the riding arena was divided into a grid of plots. After spending time in the adjoining pasture, several of the program’s lesson horses were placed in the riding arena. The first horse to produce a “plop” on someone’s plot determined the winner of a $50 Amazon. com gift card. Harvey and Elaine Smith’s Helping Horse Farm is home to Horses & Horizons Therapeutic Learning Center, Inc. It is located ten miles south of Tamaqua at 375 Zion’s Stone Church Road, just off Route 309.
For more than 20 years, Horses & Horizons T.L.C. has served children and adults with disabilities such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, mental retardation, Down Syndrome, autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities, among others. Therapeutic horseback riding has been shown to improve balance, strength, and posture. For those with learning or mental disabilities, therapeutic riding helps to increase attention span, patience, and motivation for learning. It also boosts self-image and independence, as well as helping to promote socialization. Horses & Horizons T.L.C. is staffed entirely by volunteers. Riders pay a nominal fee for lessons, with some receiving financial aid from Horses & Horizons T.L.C. The bulk of the funds for the care and feeding of the special lesson horses comes from fundraisers such as the Fall Fun Fest. For the past several years, members of Zions Stone Church’s Youth Together, Youth Forever have participated in the Walk-A-Thon. The public is also welcome to participate. For more information about Horses & Horizons Therapeutic Learning Center, contact Harvey or Elaine Smith at 570-386-5679 or elshhtlc1@gmail. com.
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30th Anniversary Issue | October 1, 2015
Meet The Staff What is your role here at the Gazette? Joe Korba, Associate Publisher
I’m the Associate Publisher for the Innovative Designs & Publishing newspaper division. I started as a Publishing Assistant for the Town & Country Gazette back in February of 2011, then was promoted to editor before eventually taking the helm of both the Gazette and The Home News. I really enjoy working at the papers because there is really a sense of community and character in all of the small towns we serve. I also love having such a fantastic team of dedicated people to work with. It makes coming to work everyday a little bit easier when you know you are surrounded by good people.
Danielle Tepper, Editor
I was hired in July of 2013 as a publishing assistant and was promoted to editor a year later. In between working with clients to place their ads on our pages, I work hard to bring quality content with the introduction of features such as Blue Mountain’s Best, Animals Gone Viral, and Pajamas Over People. I love meeting new people and sharing stories worth telling. It’s a privilege to work for such a community-oriented paper. BRATI LE
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Catherine Stroh, Publishing Assistant
As publishing assistant for the Gazette, I’ve been contributing with my cooking column (Cooking with Cat) and my book review (Read On) for a little over a year and I love it. It's very cool to share things with the community and for people to stop me and share positive comments with me about my columns. Just knowing someone out there enjoys reading them makes my day!
Tony Pisco, Art Director
I am the art director for the Gazette and I am in charge of the layout and design of everything you see in the paper. I’ve been working here since November 2008 and I enjoy putting out something that the community can enjoy.
Donna Bachman, Accounting Manager
I’ve been the Accounting Manager for Innovative Designs & Publishing since June 2001. The company has sure grown since I started; we had only three publications and less than 20 employees back then. We have five employees in our newspaper division and over 30 full/part-time employees for our other publications and four office locations. I have seen every issue we have done since we took over this publication and, of course, I have a huge part in taking care of all the accounting issues associated with it. It is great to be a part of this local community publication as I happen to live in the coverage area. Happy 30th Anniversary!
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Old Jail Ghost Tours
Submitted by BETTY LOU McBRIDE Spooky tales of unseen hands on shoulders and sad voices calling from empty cells will make your spine tingle during the Old Jail Ghost Tours at 128 W. Broadway in Jim Thorpe. Old Jail Ghost Tours will be offered October 3, 10, and 17 from 6:15 p.m. to last tour at 9 p.m. Are these wandering spirits of the seven Irish coal miners known as Molly Maguires who were hanged in the Old Jail during the 1870s? The Old Jail Ghost Tour is not a haunted house. All stories have been experienced by visitors or former prison inmates. Be sure to bring your camera and maybe you’ll catch a glimpse of a spirit! Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for high school students. Because of the reality of the ghost tales, children under 12 are not permitted. No reservations or advance tickets. For information, please call 570-325-5259 or visit www.TheOldJailMuseum.com.
St. Peter’s UMC Events
Submitted by SHARLEEN CROSSETT Monday morning Bible study has been changed to Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and they will continue with the study of Revelation. Due to lack of participation, the Upper Room study on Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. has been cancelled. Wednesday evening Bible study at 7 p.m. will be on Paul’s Epistles to the Romans. Sunday school is held for all ages at 9 a.m. Our Blended Worship service is at 10:15 a.m. each Sunday. AWANA at 6 p.m. and Youth group at 7:30 p.m. Interested in Scouting? Our Brownie troop meets on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and our Cub Scouts meet on Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Looking ahead, senior lunch will be October 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the clothing giveaway will be October 31 from 9 a.m. to noon. Be sure to check out our website and Facebook for dates on fundraisers, such as hoagies, pierogies, and dinners. We continue to collect cell phones, used ink cartridges, aluminium cans, Turkey Hill milk caps, and used clothing. All items may be dropped on the porch. Whether you’re looking for a place to worship or would just like to participate in our church activities, you can always contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450, check us out at www.STPetersUMCEmerald.com, or look for us on Facebook. THE BEST OF NORTH CATASAUQUA
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10th Annual Bethlehem Harvestfest Passports Now On Sale Submitted by AMANDA RUTH Beer, wine, and soup passports went on sale today for the 10th annual Bethlehem Harvest Festival which takes place Saturday, October 10 on Main and Broad streets. The 10th annual event is organized by the Downtown Bethlehem Association. For $20, beer passport holders sample beer from 14 breweries including Victory, Troeggs, Goose Island, Craft Brew Alliance (Widmer/Kona/ Redhook), Starr Hill, Beach Haus, Susquehanna , Lancaster, Ithaca, Wyndridge, Yards, Crowded Castle, Rusty Rail, and New Belgium. New Belgium Brewing Company is brand new to the area— they just released their product in Pennsylvania earlier this month. Visitors may also purchase a Wine Passport for $15. The Moravian Book Shop will provide tastings of its own "Colony" mead, while other participating downtown businesses will feature the wines of the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail. Wine samples include tastings of: Amore, Big Creek, Blue Mountain, Clover Hill, Franklin Hill, Galen Glen, Pinnacle Ridge, Tolino, and Vynecrest wines.
Soup is everyone’s favorite as the weather turns cooler! Visit your favorite shops and restaurants during the Soup Trail, where $10 gets you samples of 10 homemade soups. Don’t forget to rate your favorite to determine the winner of the "Best Soup" contest. In addition to nearly 30 vendors on Main Street, there will be live entertainment all day on Main Street and in the Sun Inn Courtyard. Some of the headliners include: Trouble City All-Stars, Cunningham and Associates, James Supra & Sarah Ayers Quartet, and the Little Brass Band. A full list of entertainment will be released soon. A Kid's Zone, featuring pumpkin painting and a petting zoo, will be at the Smithy. The festival runs 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Main and Broad streets and until 8 p.m. at the Biergarten in the Sun Inn Courtyard. Beer is $5 at the Biergarten or $3 for those with beer or wine passports. Event registration and passport pick-up begins at 11:30 a.m. Tastings run from 1 to 4 p.m. To purchase your passports, please visit https://www. eventbrite.com/e/bethlehem-harvest-festival2015-tickets-18521903512.
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Featuring: Homemade Crafts Home Shopping Vendors Baked Goods Yummy Food Held at: Bethany Wesleyan Church 675 Blue Mountain Dr.
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30th Anniversary Issue | October 1, 2015
Hearn Garage Opens New Location, Celebrates 30 Years In Palmerton
Submitted by ALICE WANAMAKER The Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation and Hearn Enterprises celebrated a grand opening celebration Tuesday, September 15 at one of the newest businesses in the area: the new Hearn Garage is located at 603 White Street in Bowmanstown. Hearn Enterprises is a complete automotive repair facility. Working in conjunction with their original shop in Palmerton, the new location accommodates all customers’ mechanical repair needs. They have the latest in computer diagnostics supporting many Domestic, Asian, and European cars. Hearns take pride in being ASE certified to service everything from cars, trucks, hybrids, or other specialty vehicles. Longtime relationships with local parts vendors and dealers allow Hearns to get the job done quickly and priced right. The shop's large, spacious waiting room is very unique with a "Kidz Corner" that allows "kids to be kids" while having your car serviced. Hearn Garage in Bowmanstown is owned and operated by Chauncey and his wife Natalie Hearn. Chauncey worked at his parents’ Palmerton store
Chauncey Hearn, joined by his wife Natalie and various friends and family celebrated the grand opening of their new business in Bowmanstown with a ribbon cutting event on Tuesday, September 15.] before opening the new location. In addition to celebrating the new store, Lynn and Eunice Hearn are celebrating 30 years in business at the flagship store in Palmerton. Hearns Shell Gas Station and Auto Repair Shop is located at 934 Delaware Avenue in Palmerton. They received a citation from State Representative Doyle Heffley for commemorating the anniversar
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Spaghetti Dinner Planned To Benefit Homeless Pets Submitted by MIKE BANKS
An all-you-can eat spaghetti and meatballs dinner is on the menu from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, October 10 to benefit the homeless pets at Forgotten Felines & Fidos. The event will be at Commitment to Family & Community at 165 Cherry St. in Coplay. The meal will include salad and garlic bread and a dessert table, with complimentary coffee or iced tea. Tickets are $7 ($5 for children 10 and under) and can be purchased in advance by contacting Tiffany Dieter at 610-349-7385 or tiffanydieter@gmail.com. Forgotten Felines and Fidos,Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Germansville that has been serving the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas since 1994. It relies solely on donations and fundraisers to support the pets in its care and the shelter’s activities, which include low-cost spay/neuter clinics, microchipping, a feral cat program, a foster program for kittens, courtesy listings for families needing to re-home cats, and vaccination clinics.
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Touch of Dutch 5 Oktower, 1961 Was fer Gegreider hen ihr im Gaarde den Summer? Mir hen ee Schtock, as abbardich gut uffkumme iss den Summer. Des iss „Fersammling Graut“. Mer hen schunt viel gheert devun, awwer hen sei Lewes noch ken im Gaarde ghatt bis den Summer. Der Englisch Naame iss „Sweet Basil“. Wann mer en Blaat abreisst un bissel verriwwelt, dann hot’s en arriger guder Geruch. Der Geruch iss was ihm der Naame, Fersammling Graut, gewwe hot. Fer Yaahre zerick hen die Weibsleit des als in die Sack gschteckt, wann sie nooch die Karrich gange sin, fer gude rieche. En Zammelaaf, ebs in re Karrich waar adder an re Heemet fer Gott diene, iss als en Fersammling gheesse warre in deel Gegend Yaahre zerick. Nau kennt ihr sehne, wie’s der Naame, Fersammling Graut, grickt hot. Heidesdaags wart’s geyuust fer in so’n zammegschnippelt Weise duh, was mer saagt in Englisch „Salads“. Mir selvert sin net schlimm fer die viel Salads, wo heidesdaags gschwetzt wart so viel devun. Ich denk mir sin ewwer zu hatt Deitsch. In Gaarde uff der Folklife Bauerei neegscht am Langeschder hen sie so viel Sadde Gegeider. Die Mrs. L. hot viel Naame un fer was es geyuust wart, gsammelt vun Leit, as an die Frollick kumme waare. Mer wolle paar vun denne drucke die Woch un no widder die annere schpeeder: Schnittloch (Chives) Gut in gebrodne Grummbiere adder verschtarrdne Oier. Kieh-bidders (Tansey) – Tee fer Maage-druwwel. Die Bledder im Schank rumleege fer die Imense weckhalde. Sallwei [Tee] (Sage tea) – Fer‘s Kalt. Weschpe-geranne (Wasp geranium) - Fer Ohreweh un fer in Tschelli duh. 12 Oktower, 1961 Die Woch wolle mer noch meh gewwe vun dem Gegreider Blantze-sach, wo mer die letscht Woch geschwetzt hen devun:
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Maederle (Feverfew) – En Hand-voll vun denne Blumme in die Haar schtecke fer die Ieme weckhalde. Merreddich (Horseradish) – Maahl der Merreddich un binn uff der Aarm uff die opposite Seid vun Ohr, wu du Ohrweh hoscht. Sunneblumme (Sunflowers) – Ess die Some fer Eel mache in der Gewarewe. Gichtros Tee (Peony) – Soll gut sei fer die Naerfe. Hoppe (Hops) – En gleener Sack, fille mit Hoppe un uffhitze in Backoffe, iss gut fer uff der Backe hawwe, wann mer Zaahweh hot. Fennichel (Sweet fennel) – Fer die Kollick. Dill (Dill) – Fer der Schlickser. Schellgraut (Celandine) – Fer en Blaschder mache un uff Graehaage un Bunyans duh. Des sin Dinge, as Leit gsaagt hen. Eb‘s batt adder net, kenne mer net saage. Wann adder browiere wott adder net, sell iss eier Bissniss. Mer verkaufe’s net un mir blaudere niemand fer browiere. Des iss yuscht, was annere Leit gsaagt hen. -Florence Baver October 5, 1961 What kind of herbs do you have in your garden this summer? We had one stalk that came up particularly good this summer. That is the “meeting herb”. We had already heard much about it, but never in our lifetime have had it in our own garden. The English name is “Sweet Basil”. If one tears off a leaf and rubs it together [in his hand] it will give of a very good aroma. The aroma is what gave it the name “meeting herb”. Years ago women always put this in their pocket, when they went to church, to give off a good fragrance [to smell good]. A get together, whether it was in church or at a home to worship God, was called a meeting [Fersammling] in many areas years ago. Now you can see how it got the name, “Meeting herb”. Today it is used to make a ‘cut together in fine pieces’ mix, which we call Continued on Page 13
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Touch of Dutch Continued from Page 12 in English, “Salads”. We ourselves are not crazy about the many “salads”, which today are talked about so much. I guess we are forever very traditional Dutch. In the garden at the Folklife farm near Lancaster they have many types of herbs. Mrs. L. collected many names for the herbs and their uses, from the people who came to the Harvest Frolic [back in August]. We want to print some this week and at a later time, the others. Chives – Good in home fries and egg omelets. Tansy – Tea for upset stomachs. [Also] lay the leaves around the cupboard to keep ants away. Sage tea – For the common cold. Wasp geranium – For earaches and also for adding to jelly. October 12, 1961 This week we want to give out more about the herb plant matters, which we talked about last week. Feverfew – Sticking a handful of these flowers in the hair will keep the bees away. [Other sources state some medicinal benefits, such as reducing migraine headaches.] Horseradish – Grind the horseradish and bandage it to the arm on the opposite side of the ear where you have the earache. Sunflowers – Eat the sunflower seeds to make oil in the [skeletal] joints. Peony tea – Should be good for the nervous system. Hops – A little sack, filled with hops and heated in a bake oven, is good to have on the cheek, when we have toothache. Sweet fennel – For colic. Dill – For the hiccups. Celandine – [Used] to make a plaster or paste and put on corns and bunions on the feet. [Florence’s disclaimer:] These are the things that people said. If it’s useful or not, I cannot say. If either you want to try it or not, that is your business. We do not sell it and we do not persuade anyone to try it. This is just what other people said. [Yet another disclaimer: These traditional herbal usages are a mix of old Dutch superstitions and herbal medicine. Modern medicine has warnings concerning incorrect usage of some of them, so consult with your healthcare providers before attempting any of the above suggested home remedies. The two articles were edited for space.] -Larry Gradwohl
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Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette By Danielle S. Tepper
Gazette Timeline October 1985—Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette is founded by Suzanne DiNofrio. 1986—Dale Shoemaker purchases the Gazette from Suzanne DiNofrio and publishes it for
the following eight years.
1994—Brenda Emerick takes over publication of the Gazette for the next 13 years. 2007—The Town & Country is purchased by Paul and Lisa Prass; it joins Innovative Designs
& Publishing. A year later, they purchase The Home News, formerly of Bath. Together, the two papers form the IDP newspaper division. About IDP: Innovative Designs & Publishing began in 1996. It encompasses three lifestyle magazines (Lehigh Valley Style, Susquehanna Style, and Berks County Living), two newspapers (The Home News and Town & Country Gazette), and a trade journal (Fluid Power). Backed by the Prasses, it has expanded to also include market research and creative services divisions.
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Q&A with Gazette owners Paul and Lisa Prass Why did you purchase the Gazette? How did that come about? Innovative Designs & Publishing, Inc. was looking to expand and our Accounting Manager, Donna Bachman, let us know that there was danger of the Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette going out of business, due to the illness of Brenda Emerick.
We are very proud of the Gazette and what we’re able to give back to the community. We have received several awards and have an awesome staff. One of the proudest moments was our 25th Anniversary Issue Gala. Of course, the Blue Mountain BlowOut raising funds for the Food Bank is wonderful as well as taking part in the annual Halloween Parade.
Why did you see the value in adding a community newspaper to your publication collection? We had advertised in the Gazette several times prior to that and always received a huge response from local residents, so we knew that the paper definitely worked and was getting to the community. Also, the Gazette was very well managed!
What do you hope to see happen for the paper’s future? We would like to see the paper continue to grow and provide the community solid community news, intriguing articles, and comprehensive event coverage.
Have there been any proud moments over the years of being able to say, “Town & Country Gazette—that’s ours” and wanting to share that knowledge with people?
Is there a message you’d like to send out to TCG readers? Thank you for your support of the Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette these 30 years! We will work hard to continue publishing for many years to come.
A word from the AP ... I started with The Town & Country Gazette in 2011, after working freelance and interning with a daily paper in Wilkes-Barre and also doing public relations for the central Pennsylvania Red Cross in Williamsport. I met with Publisher Paul Prass and then Associate Publisher Alice Wanamaker in the winter of 2011. To be completely honest, I was a little confused about the entire operation – first of all, I was late for my own interview because I couldn’t find the office that was on Route 248 back then, and then once I found the office I was surprised what a small operation it was. I was used to a newsroom and having to swipe a card to get into the building. This tiny building out in a field near Lorah’s Farm was a new experience, and what eventually made the paper so important to me. What makes the Gazette special is how unique it is. In the current media climate, there aren’t many publications that we do what we do. We get to interact with the community every single day and we get to
help the dozens and dozens of small businesses, both old and new. I like to think we help connect and unite the community in some small way. I want to connect the businesses, the nonprofits, the charities, and the churches with the people in an accessible format. We are accessible. If you want to talk or meet with the editor (Danielle) or myself, we are in an office just off of Route 145. Stop in. I also love the legacy of the paper and carrying on the tradition of community service that Brenda Emerick and Dale Shoemaker started when publishing the Gazette three decades ago. It’s great to work at a job you enjoy surrounded by great people: Publishers Paul and Lisa Prass, Editor Danielle Tepper, Art Director Tony Pisco, Publishing Assistant Cat Stroh, and Accounting Manager Donna Bachman are some of the best people I’ve had the opportunity to work with. —Joe Korba
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The Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette By Danielle S. Tepper I have always loved the Gazette … whether I picked it up at Galio’s or found it on my Mem’s coffee table, the Gazette has always been there! I loved reading Touch of Dutch and pretending I actually knew what it said (before reading the translation). Completing the crosswords and laughing at the joke corner were also highlights of each edition. And I will never forget seeing my name printed in the Dean’s List section for LCCC during my freshman year. When a position opened up with Innovative Designs & Publishing in 2009, I was so excited to actually be a part of the production. Continuing the tradition of printing local news; birthdays, weddings, first successful hunts, championship wins for the high school team, record fundraising, awesome church and community events, and much more was an honor. Those who came before me – Suzanne DiNofrio, Dale Shoemaker, and Brenda Emerick – left behind a legacy that I was proud to continue while serving
as Associate Publisher. Getting out and involved in the events that we covered was beyond fun and really deepened my connection to the area, my hometown. I wish continued success to Paul and Lisa Prass, Joe Korba, Tony, Donna, and Danielle and the rest of the Gazette staff and contributors as the Gazette continues to serve the community and uphold the commitment to local community news. Cheers to 30 more years! —Alice Wanamaker, Associate Publisher from 20112013
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LCCC Science Division Recognizes Award Winners
Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) recognized the following individuals from the college’s Science Division. Adjunct faculty member Dr. Joseph Piscitelli received the 2015 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award. Since joining the science division in 2008, Dr. Piscitelli has demonstrated the excellence and commitment to teaching that prepares students for academic success and achievement. In the classroom, Dr. Piscitelli is known for his enthusiasm. He works collaboratively with other faculty and adapts to the every-changing needs of his students. He approaches the content of the course with a positive attitude, assuring that students become competent in the course material. He creates a learning environment using real world examples that help students understand complex material. Associate Professor of Biology John D. Loughman received the 2015 Faculty Excellence Award. Loughman is worthy of special recognition for his commitment to enhancing the lives of LCCC students through excellent and creative teaching, mentoring others, supporting students and student clubs, and staying current in his professional field. Loughman is the principal investigator on a National Science Foundation grant, which has achieved notable successes, including a success rate of 73 percent within four semesters and a spring to fall retention rate of 100 percent in 2014. In the classroom, Loughman effectively integrates his own recorded lectures with presentations to enhance out-of-class learning; capitalizes on the proximity to the Lehigh Valley Game Preserve to provide applied experiences for students; and draws on his years of experience
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to build a strong rapport with students. Respected as an expert in his field, Loughman serves as a grant proposal evaluator and panelist for the National Science Foundation; is a member of the Research Collaborative Committee for the Marcellus Shale Coalition; and conducts extensive wastewater troubleshooting, consulting and training for private and public organizations. At LCCC, Loughman’s innovation and commitment to excellence are evident in the three Entrepreneurial Project Grants that he has been awarded, including a current project investigating the potential for a summer STEM bridge program for high school students. David Moat, adjunct instructor of Biological Sciences, received the 2015 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award. Moat is known to be a great facilitator, communicator, mentor and pedagogue. Always accessible, he has a love for biology that clearly comes across as he engages his students, motivating them with his passion for the field. The department relies on Moat during orientations for new adjuncts to give the lab overview for those courses he teaches, and he mentors new lab instructors in several biology courses. This past semester, Moat taught a new genetics lab that included undergraduate research. Though he works with a full-time instructor on this endeavor, Moat has taken the lead in designing the lab curriculum.
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Community Calendar
EVERY THURSDAY • Good Shepherd Church of Slatington playgroup (1st & 3rd), 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5. FMI, 610-760-1687. • Schnecksville Sr. Citizens Club, 12 p.m. at Schnecksville Fire Co. FMI, 610-769-7570. • Polka, Laurel Fire Co. (3rd & 4th) 5 to 7 p.m. FMI, 610-2622077. • Rotary Club of Slatington meeting, Woodstone Country Club, 6:15 p.m. FMI, 484-9512468. • Al-Anon Family Group, St. John’s UCC in Palmerton, from 7 to 8 p.m. FMI, 484221-1026. • American Legion Aux. of Slatington at Legion (1st), 7:30 p.m. FMI, 610-760-1098. • PA German Friends meeting (3rd), St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Allentown. FMI, 610-264-2979. • GriefShare, 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lehighton. FMI, 570-3869960. EVERY FRIDAY • Preschool Story Hour, Palmerton Library 10:30 a.m. • Mom, Pop and Tot class from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Northampton Rec. Center. Toddler based activities/ group activities - FMI 610502-2990 or reccenter@rcn. com EVERY SATURDAY • Cancer Connections Group Meeting, Bethany Wesleyan Church (3rd Sat.) 10 a.m. • Forgotten Felines Cat and Kitten Adoptions, 12 to 4 p.m. 6022 Mountain Rd., Germansville. FMI 610-7609009. EVERY SUNDAY • Learning, Experience & Discipleship classes, Bethany Wesleyan 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
• Recreational Coed Volleyball (ages 15 and up), Bethany Wesleyan gym beginning at 6:00 p.m. FMI 610-767-1239. EVERY MONDAY • Book Club, Palmerton Library (3rd Monday) 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. • Quilters Club at St. Peter’s UCC, Northampton. 1 to 4 p.m. FMI 610-837-7426. • Bingo, Northampton Community. Ctr. Doors 5:30 p.m., bingo 7 p.m. • Bingo, Schnecksville Fire Co. 6:45 p.m. • Bingo, West Coplay Maennerchor 7 p.m. • Knitting Club, Palmerton Library (1st Monday ) 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. • Knitting for Veterans, Bath Legion 6 to 9 p.m. • TOPS, Dinkey Church, Ashfield 5:30 p.m. FMI 610852-2976. • Competitive Coed Volleyball (ages 15 and up), Bethany Wesleyan gym 6:30 p.m. FMI 610-767-1239. • Al-Anon Family Group/ Serenity Seekers, United Methodist Church, Aquashicola/Palmerton, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. FMI 484-4779697. EVERY TUESDAY • TOPS, Zion UCC, Lehighton. 4:30 p.m. FMI 610-657-1025. • ALATEEN support group for teens of family struggling w/ alcohol. Faith Alive Church, Palmerton/Bowmanstown, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Adult AlAnon and AA meetings, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. FMI 570-730-8601. • Senior Strength and balance class, Northampton Borough Rec. Center. 1 to 1:45 p.m. free with Silver Sneakers. FMI 610-502-2990 or reccenter@ rcn.com.
EVERY WEDNESDAY • Preschool story hour, Slatington Library 11 a.m. • Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Library 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. FMI 610-760-0207. • Alzheimer’s Support Group, St. John’s Lutheran Church, Jim Thorpe. 6:30 p.m. (1st & 3rd) FMI 610-392-2380. • Homework Helpers, Palmerton Library 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. FMI 610-826-4962. • Nar-Anon Meetings Holy Cross Lutheran Church 696 Johnson Rd. (off Rte 946) Nazareth, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8 • Free clothes for the whole family. Ebenezer UCC Closet on Decatur St. (Route 143), New Tripoli. 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. FMI: 610-298-8000. Saturday, October 9 • Free clothes for the whole family. Ebenezer UCC Closet on Decatur St. (Route 143), New Tripoli. 10 a.m. until Noon. FMI: 610-298-8000.
SPREAD THE WORD: The Blue Mtn. Town & Country Gazette is pleased to offer listings at no charge to you for FREE community events, programs, and meetings. This space is limited and reserved for those events that offer 100% free attendance and participation. If you would like to list your free event, please mail/email it to us or drop it at our office Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Placing your yard sale/flea market classified ad is easy too! Just visit our website at www. townandcountrygazette.com.
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NLHS Student Council To Sponsor Blood Drive
Submitted by JON DeFRAIN The Miller Keystone Blood Center needs to collect 450 units of blood per day to meet the needs of the hospitals that they serve. Every two seconds, someone in the United States receives a donation of blood. To help serve our community, Miller Keystone will be coming to Northern Lehigh High School on Thursday, October 22. With your donation, you can save someone else’s life. The blood drive will be held in the high school gym located at 1 Bulldog Lane in Slatington from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome. Please visit giveapint.org or call 610-767-9832 with questions.
Rails to Trails Meetings To Move
Submitted by NANCY THATCHER As of October 15, Lehigh Township Rails to Trails will be holding their monthly meeting at the Township Municipal Building (1069 Municipal Rd.) in Walnutport the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. For directions or more information, call 610-767-0676. Join us to learn about our latest activities.
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Lehigh Township Historical Society News Submitted by BEVERLY PUTT The recent yard sale held at the historical centre in Pennsville was a successful event. People found many bargains. The society hopes you will stop by their table at the Dream Come True benefit on Sunday, October 4 at Beckys Drive-In in Berlinsville. You might want to try your luck to win one of the two household baskets made by the society. Stop by and pick up literature and lists of coming events of the historical society and meet with the members. Learn about the work of the historical society.
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On October 18, there will be a workday at the historical centre. There are many jobs to be done inside and outside. Would you like to join us? Looking ahead to the holidays, mark your calendar—the historical centre will be open December 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. for visitors to browse and/or do some holiday shopping. Have you shopped at the museum's store this year? If you haven't, there are many neat items of clothing, as well as maps, books, ornaments, and more. These items are items you won't find anywhere else. As in the past, there will be a Christmas basket at the Blue Mountain Family Restaurant in Danielsville from November 21 to December 20. If you are in the restaurant, you might want to take a chance on this basket. Drawing will be held on December 20 at 1:30 p.m. Remember to follow the society's activities on facebook and the website, www.lehightownshiphistoricalsociety. org. If you need to contact the society, call 610440-0151.
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Spanish Speaking Sunday School Class
Submitted by WENDY LeVAN The Slatington Baptist Church at 509 Main Street in Slatington would like to reach out to the community and provide a Spanish-speaking Sunday School Class. The class would be held during our regular Sunday School hour from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and will be led by Evelyn Buss, who speaks Spanish and English. The first class will begin on Sunday, October 4. For more information, call Evelyn Buss at 610-760-0239.
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Blessing Of The Animals
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LCCC’s Main Campus Hosts PACAC College Fair
Submitted by DENISE REIFINGER Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) will host the PACAC (Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling) Lehigh Regional College Fair on Tuesday, October 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Berrier Hall (gymnasium) at the main campus on Route 309 in Schnecksville. With more than 150 colleges and universities represented, this will be the largest college fair held this fall in Lehigh County. Interested students can learn about academic programs, admissions requirements, campus life, and scholarship opportunities. Admission is free. Local high school guidance counselors will be on hand at the "Counselor Corner" to assist students find the right college, and there will also be a series of 30-minute financial aid workshops beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, please contact LCCC Admissions Office at 610-799-1575 or visit the website at www.lccc.edu/pacaccollegefair for a list of institutions.
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Bethany Wesleyan Church News
Submitted by LORRAINE GUNDRUM Through These Hands Fabulous Fall Fest will be October 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be homemade crafts, home shopping vendors, home baked goods, food, and prizes. All proceeds benefit Through These Hands Ministries which distributes medical supplies around the world. Comedian Taylor Mason will be here Friday, October 16 at 7 p.m. This is a ticketed event. Tickets are on sale at the church office or can be purchased at itickets.com. They are $8 for ages 3-18 and $10 for ages 19 and up. Wednesday night activities for kids, youth, and adults are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Upward basketball and cheerleading are open to kids in grades K-12. Registration and evaluation is October 3 from 9 to 11 a.m. or November 7 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. You can register online at www. bethanywes.org. Cord of Three Women’s Ministry meets Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. Doors and global café open at 6 p.m. Time of My Life Tour is Thursday, November 5 at 7 p.m. featuring The Afters, Chris August, Unspoken and Among the Thirsty. Tickets are on sale now at the church office or itickets.com for $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Fall Antiques Auction for missions is Saturday, November 14. Stay tuned for more information coming soon. Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville. Worship services are held each Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 9 and 10:45 a.m. in the Ministry Center. Family Worship service for children in grades 1-5 and their caregivers is held in the Children’s Center at 10:45 a.m. For more information, please call the church office at 610-767-1239 or visit us online at www.bethanywes.org.
6th Annual Running Of The Nuts Coming November 2015
Submitted by ROBERT STETTNER The Walnut Street Playground Association’s 6th Annual Running of the Nuts 5K Run and Walk will be held Saturday, November 21. The course for the race will be entirely on the D&L trail heading south towards Treichlers. The course is a completely flat, out and back course, making for a good race to improve on your PR. The race begins at 10 a.m. and will be held rain or shine. Registration and check-in begins at 8:30
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a.m. Parking for the race will be available at the Slatington Trailhead, at Main & Railroad Streets. Pre-registration is $20 before November 6. Runners under 17 pay only $15. After November 6, registration is $25. Awards will be given out to the top three runners in several age categories, as well as the top three overall male and female finishers. Post-race refreshments will be available. For more information or for an application please call 610554-4099 or email wspa@ptd.net and put race application in the subject line. Information and the registration form can also be found on the Walnut Street Playground Association page on Facebook. The race will benefit Walnut Street Playground. The association commission hopes to see all the local runners and trail walkers participate.
Happy Birthday Jared Behler - 16 on Sept. 24 Jacob Schuster - 30 on Oct. 2 Tina Longenbach - 45 on Oct. 2 Jeff L. Oswald - 55 on Oct. 5 Bryce Medina - 8 on Oct. 8 Evan Pisco - 6 on Oct. 10
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Slatington 150 History Committee Announces 3rd Printing!
Submitted by ROBERT STETTNER The Slatington 150 History Committee is pleased to announce that the history book entitled Slatington At 150: More Stories To Share will have a third printing. To date, over 600 books have been sold, and due to continual demand, the committee has decided to offer a third printing of the book to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to purchase a copy of the book. The committee is only going to print the number of books it has preorders for, so it is imperative that everyone who wants a hard cover copy of the book pre-order one. The books will be available by Christmas, so that they can be used as gifts. In addition, the committee is offering digital PDF copies of the history book on CD for half of the cost of the hard bound book. The hardcover nearly 600 page book contains chapters on Slatington businesses, churches, civic organizations and luminaries. In addition, the book contains histories on over 35 families and stories on accidents, disasters, tragedies and weather events. Anchoring the book is an
Local Attorney Speaks at Lehigh Valley Teamsters Meeting
Attorney Charles W. Stopp of Steckel and Stopp Law Offices recently spoke at a meeting of the Retired Lehigh Valley Teamsters. The meeting occurred at the Vigilant Fire Company in Slatington Pennsylvania. The subject of the meeting was on Trust Planning including Irrevocable Elder Law Asset Protection Trusts and various other methods and techniques to protect assets to limit death taxes. The Firm has various locations and has been serving the needs of the Lehigh Valley area for over sixty-seven years with a concentration in the areas of real estate, estate planning, elder law and estate and trust administration. Office locations are: 1036 Main Street, Slatington PA 18080; 125 S. Walnut St, Suite 210, Slatington PA; 4331 Route 309, Schnecksville PA 18078 and 2152 Main St., Northampton PA 18067. -advatorial-
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entertaining chapter entitled On This Day In Slatington History, a chapter aptly called More Stories to Share, which contains human interest stories, and other intriguing stories of Slatington, and a comprehensive 140-plus page history of Slatington/Northern Lehigh High School athletics. The deadline to pre-order the books is Monday, November 2. All books and CDs must be prepaid. The cost of the book remains $50, and add $10 for postage and handling if the book needs to be shipped out of the area. The cost of a PDF copy of the book burned on a CD is $25, and add $4 for shipping and handling. Please make checks payable to Slatington 150 Committee, and mail to Robert Stettner, 44 S. Walnut Street, Slatington, PA 18080. Please include a contact phone number with your order, so we may contact you with information when you can pick up ordered books and CDs. The pick-up location for the history books and CD’s will be the Slatington Library. For more information, please visit the Slatington 150 History Committee Facebook page or contact any of the following committee members: Candyce at 610-767-4795, Robert at 610-767-7626 or Tim at 610-767-5935.
LCCC To Hold Fall Open Houses
Submitted by DENISE REIFINGER Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) will host two fall open house events for prospective students and their families. One will take place Thursday, October 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Lisa Scheller-Wayne Woodman Community Services Center at the main campus in Schnecksville. For students in Carbon and Schuylkill counties, LCCC will hold an open house Wednesday, November 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at LCCC’s Morgan Center in Tamaqua. LCCC Admissions and Financial Aid representatives, Academic Program coordinators, and Student Activities staff will be on hand to answer questions. These open houses are an excellent opportunity for prospective students and their parents to tour the campuses, learn about scholarship opportunities, and learn how LCCC can pave the way for an exciting and rewarding career. Interested students should register on the website at www.lccc.edu/openhouse or by calling the LCCC Admissions Office at 610-799-1575.
Happy Birthday Carolyn Zellner - 75 on Oct. 16
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American Red Cross Blood Drives
Submitted by COLIN RICCOBON During Liver Awareness Month this October, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood and platelets to support liver transplant patients and others needing blood products. Liver transplants are the second most common type of transplant with more than 6,000 performed in the U.S. each year, according to the American Liver Foundation. Liver transplant patients may require in excess of 30 pints of blood during surgery. For blood donor Amy Slattery, the need for blood hits close to home. Her mother received a liver transplant and needed more than 70 blood products during the surgery. “I donate to help others that needed blood like her,” said Slattery.“I donate in thanks to those who donate their blood products to help save lives.” Volunteer donors like Slattery are the only source of blood for those in need of transfusions during transplants and other surgeries. Donors with all blood types are needed, and especially those with types O negative, A negative, B negative and AB blood.
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To make an appointment to donate blood, eligible donors are encouraged to visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Lehigh County, Saturday, October 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sears, 1259 Whitehall Mall in Whitehall. Northampton County, Friday, October 2 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Charles Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road in Easton.
Moorestown Garden Club Program
Submitted by LINDA KORTZ The Moorestown Garden Club invites the public to an informative program presented by John Drabic, Master Gardener, October 6 at 7 p.m. "Dealing with Animal Pests" will cover everything from the small mole and mouse to hungry rabbits, groundhogs, and deer, and your neighbors pets. There will be a question and answer period following the presentation with free refreshments and a time to meet outer gardeners and homeowners. The meeting will be in the Salem UCC Fellowship Hall at 2218 Community Drive in Bath. The hall is handicap accessible. Please call 610837-7078 for seating.
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Ride Your Bicycle To The Walnutport Canal Festival
Submitted by NANCY THATCHER On Sunday, October 18 from 12 to 6 p.m., the Walnutport Canal Association will be holding its annual festival near the locktender's house on Lehigh Street in Walnutport. The festival is located close to the D&L rail-trail that runs through Slatington. To encourage bicycle riders to attend the festival, Lehigh Township Rails to Trails will again be providing free, monitored bicycle parking during the festival. The parking area will be on Canal Street near the junction with Main Street in Walnutport. Rain date is the following Sunday, October 25. LTRT will also have information available about many area trails. We hope to be of service to you during the festival.
Heritage Center Now Displaying S.S. Palmer Artifacts
Submitted by GEORGE ASHMAN The Feature Room of the Palmerton Area Historical Society’s Heritage Center at 410 Delaware Avenue now has a display of photographs and artifacts relating to Stephen S. Palmer, President of the New Jersey Zinc Company when the company founded Palmerton in 1898. Many of these items were collected by the late Warren Siegmond and are being shown courtesy of his widow. The Heritage Center is open various hours from Wednesday to Friday each week. Call 610-824-6954 for a recording listing the hours each day or stop by any Time; if the front door is unlocked, someone is there who can show you around. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted.
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Submitted by KAREN FERRAINA The year is flying by so fast; we did so many fun things at the Cherryville Senior Center. We participated in the Senior Olympics at the Slate Belt senior center and brought home 15 medals. (This was the very first time Cherryville participated in this event.) Also, we celebrated our 40th Anniversary in June with a big party. We had a handful of entertainers come to our center also including The Hinkle Family, Sing for America, Pete Begley, Rob Ballonoff, and a Barbershop Quartet just to name a few. On October 6 at 12:30 p.m. we have Lorri & James Music coming to perform. We are giving out flu shots on October 12 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. (Please bring all your insurance cards.) So come on in and join us for lunch and some fun crafts, bingo, and activities. For more information about our center, please contact Karen at 610-7672977 between 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. (You must call for a meal reservation the day before by 11 a.m.)
Palmerton Hospital Nurses
Submitted by GEORGE ASHMAN The Monday, October 12 meeting of the Palmerton Area Historical Society will feature a panel discussion by graduate nurses from the Palmerton Hospital School of Nursing. For many years, Palmerton Hospital, then run by the New Jersey Zinc Company, offered free training to young women of the area to become Registered Nurses. They lived in the Nurses’ Home on Columbia Avenue. At 7 p.m. in the Knight’s Gallery of the Palmerton Library, a number of alumni of this program will relate their experiences. The program is free and open to the public.
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Submitted by BEVERLY PUTT The next regular monthly meeting of the garden club will be held Tuesday, October 13 at Hope Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. The program, "Getting Your Garden to Bed & Planting Bulbs in Containers," will be led by Arlene Neiss. There will be election of officers at this meeting. The monthly tournament: Specimens: White, yellow, pink or red, orange or rust, or any other color chrysanthemum, dahlia (large or small), aster, herb, berried shrub, sedum, evergreen, any blooming specimen, collection of 6 different colored leaves (shrub or tree, labeled), l flowering stem – grass. Houseplants: Dish garden, fern, begonia, geranium, succulent, leaves of a houseplant, labeled, or any other (labeled). From the Garden: Pumpkin, any squash, ornamental gourd (collection of 3). Photography: Nature's Glory. Arrangements: "Storing Up for Winter" - a vertical design using a canning jar; "Seasonal Wreath" - a crescent design, with artificial flowers, fruit and foliage are allowed; and "Boo!" - your own interpretation. For more information, contact the president at 610-657-0864.
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Subtitle this “Rats: They’re Just Like Us.” The internet found a new star Monday, Sept. 22 in the form of one of New York City’s most notorious residents—a big fat subway rat. In a short video clip, the ravenous rodent is attempting to carry a slice of pizza down the stairs. People went wild for it, dubbing him Pizza Rat and turning him into one of the fastest-spreading memes of the summer. A quick Google search of “Pizza Rat” yields headlines such as, “Pizza Rat, Pizza Rat, I Love You,” “I am the Pizza Rat,” and “Pizza Rat is trending because we’re all disgusting.” BuzzFeed (curator of all that goes viral for no reason) reached out to the uploader, Matt Little, a Manhattan comedian who works at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in the East Village. Little says he was headed home after a long day around 1 a.m. Monday when he witnessed the furry little guy trying to lug home a massive midnight snack. He had already made it down a couple of steps before the video starts. Little said no one else seemed to notice the scene, but he found it almost poetic: “It’s all a metaphor for living in New York,” he told BuzzFeed News. “You have too far to go and too much carry. But life gives you as much as you can handle.” Live your best life, Pizza Rat. View the clip on Little’s Instagram @mattlittle.
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Church Directory Agape New Testament Fellowship Schnecksville, 610-216-5611 (N) W 10 a.m. Jr. Church 10:45 a.m. All Saints Episcopal Church Lehighton, 610-377-2675 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church Slatington, 610-767-2214 W Sat. 5 p.m. Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Ben Salem United Church of Christ Lehighton, 570-386-3870 W 8/10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m. Bethany Wesleyan Church Cherryville, 610-767-1239 (N) Sat. 5 p.m. Encounter. W Sun. 9 & 10:45 a.m. Bethel U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-1898 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Blue Mountain Community Church Palmerton, 610-826-8402 W 9:15 a.m., SS 11:15 a.m. Chapman Quarries United Methodist Bath, 610-837-0935 (HA) W 11 a.m. SS 10 a.m. Christ’s Church at Lowhill UCC New Tripoli W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. Christ U.C.C., Little Moore Danielsville, 610-837-6051 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m. Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Concordia Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-8500 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m. Covenant United Methodist Church Bath, 610-837-7517 HA W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m.
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Ebenezer United Church of Christ New Tripoli, 610-298-8000 SS 9 a.m.; W 10:15 a.m. Ebenezer United Methodist Church Lehighton, 610-533-0107 W 9 a.m., BS 6:30 p.m. Thurs. Egypt Community Church Egypt, 610-262-4961 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Emmanuel UCC Bowmanstown W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. Evangelical Lutheran Church Schnecksville (HA) 610-767-6884 W - 9 a.m. Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Heidelberg UCC Heidelberg, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 11 a.m., SS 9:45 Heritage Baptist Church Orefield, 610-395-4970 (N) W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Slatedale, 610-767-1526 W 10:45 a.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Palmerton (HA/N) W 8 & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church 1372 Washington, Northampton Communion 8:30 A.M. 610-261-1812
Faith Alive United Methodist Church Bowmanstown, 610-852-2805 W 8:30 a.m. & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.
Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA/N) Sun. W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m.
First UCC Palmerton W 9 a.m., SS 10 a.m.
Jerusalem Lutheran Church Palmerton, 610-681-5200 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Friedens UCC Slatington, 610-767-7099 HA W 9:30 a.m.
Jerusalem UCC Palmerton, 610-681-4412 W 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
God’s Missionary Church Northampton, 610-262-4412 W 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
Kingdom Life Family Center Orefield (N) W 10 a.m.
Good Shepherd UCC Slatington, 610-767-9680 (HA) W 8:30 & 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kreidersville, 610-262-9517 W Sun. 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Grace United Church of Christ Northampton, 610-262-7186 (HA) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m. Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-1526 W 8:30 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.
Living Hope Lighthouse Palmerton, 610-826-2201 W 10 a.m. Living Stone Fellowship New Tripoli, 610-298-3020 W 10 a.m. Mountain View Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-759-7553 W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Northampton Assembly of God Cherryville Rd., 610-262-5645 W 10:15 a.m. & 6 p.m. SS 9:30 Northern Lehigh Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m.
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People’s EC Church Lehighton W 8:30/10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Sacred Heart Church Palmerton (HA) W Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:30 & 11 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Danielsville (N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Aquashicola 610-826-2577 W 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., 2nd Sunday Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632 W 10 a.m. Shepherd’s Chapel www.shepherdschapel.com Regional online fellowship. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Whitehall, 610-262-1600 W 8/10:15 a.m., SS 8:50 a.m. Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276 W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. St. John’s Episcopale Palmerton W 8 and 10 a.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 8/10:15 a.m. (N), SS 9 a.m. St. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. John’s UCC Laury's Station (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. John’s UCC Slatington, 610-767-5554 (HA/N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m. St. John’s UCC of Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA/N) W 9:30 a.m. St. John’s ELC Lehighton, 570-386-9960 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
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St. Matthew's ELC Lehighton, 610-377-2972 W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m. 9/14 – Rally Day at 9 a.m.
Trinity UCC Coplay, 610-262-8933 (HA, N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. W Thurs. 7 p.m.
St. Matthew’s UCC Kunkletown, 610-381-2442 W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.
Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (HA, N) W 8/10:45 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.
St. Nicholas R.C. Berlinsville, 610-767-3107 W (M-F) 8:30 a.m., Sat 4:30 p.m., Sun 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. St. Paul’s UCC of Indianland Cherryville, 610-767-5751 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. Paul’s UCC Northampton, 610-261-2910 W 10:15 a.m. w/child care, SS 9 a.m. St. Peter’s Church of Emerald Emerald, 610-767-6233 (HA) W 10:15 a.m., Com. 1st Sun., SS 9 a.m. AWANA 6 p.m., BS 10 a.m. Tues.., 7 p.m. Wed., 6 p.m. Sun. St. Peter’s UCC Northampton (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Palmerton, 610-826-2359 Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m. The Church of God Palmerton, 610-826-4972 W 10:15 a.m. Trinity EC Church Berlinsville, 610-767-1167 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. Trinity EC Church Slatington, 484-553-0218 W 10 a.m., Bible Study Wed 7 p.m. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church Lehighton, 610-377-4303 8:30 & 11AM Sunday worship service. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays. 1st Tuesday quiet Communion, 10 AM. 1st Saturday worship w/ Holy Communion, 5PM. Sunday School classes for students age 3 through grade 6, 9:45 AM.
United Presbyterian Church of Slatington Slatington, 610-767-8113 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Union United Church of Christ Neffs, 610-767-6961 (HA/N) W 8 & 10:30 a.m., Children 10:30 a.m. Valleyview Baptist Church Northampton, 610-837-5894 (HA & N) W 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Walnutport Seventh Day Adventist 610-767-8939 W 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. Whitehall Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. Whitehall Mennonite Church Egypt, 610-262-1270 (N) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Zion Evang. Lutheran Church 1904 Main, Northampton SS 9:45; W, N, 11:00 A.M. 610-261-1812 Zion Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-261-1812 W 11:00 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. Zion UCC Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W 8:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Zion’s Stone UCC Northampton, 610-262-1133 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
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worth sitting through are the pranks and the physical obstacle course, which changes from show to show. But even so, after two episodes, I removed this from my TiVo todo list. Sorry Neil, it just didn’t live up to its name.
Blindspot Mondays at 10 on NBC
Fall 2015 TV Pilot Tests
When I start hearing buzz about a new fall drama or comedy, I usually wait before diving right in. It needs to reel in some great reviews and ratings first, maybe an article here and there in Entertainment Weekly. After I read up on it and watch a trailer or two, I give it the ol’ pilot test. If the pilot episode hooks me, I stay with it for a while. If it doesn’t keep me interested, I try to rough it for a few episodes, given that some shows just take longer to really get underway, which I get. And even though I usually have a full fall roster every year ready to jam up my TiVo, I still try a couple new ones, just because. So this year, here’s what’s new to my ever-growing line-up and whether or not I think I’ll keep them ...
Best Time Ever Tuesdays at 10 on NBC
As mentioned in my last column, I’m a huge Neil Patrick Harris fan so imagine my surprise when his hugely touted variety show, new to NBC this season, appeared to flop miserably. I found myself with a puzzled look on my face throughout much of the first episode, even fast-forwarding entire segments. The second episode did not fare much better. It’s as though he’s trying to cram much too much into every second and the pressure of performing it all live puts a strain on the easy-going, natural charmer that we know NPH to be. The audience participation in the first episode leaned more toward stalking and the second—an on-air proposal—seemed odd and out of place. His celebrity guest announcers falter awkwardly and “The End of the Show Show” runs the gamut from chaotic to sloppy. The only parts
Every once in a while, a show comes along that sparks just enough intrigue to make it worth a watch. Will the show have as much of a draw once the mystery is inevitably solved remains to be seen, but for now, let’s enjoy the ride. This is true of “Blindspot,” a new NBC drama, starring Jaimie Alexander (Lady Sif!) as a woman who pops out of a duffel bag in the middle of Times Square—seriously—naked save for the labyrinth of tattoos covering her body. The first clue is the name of an FBI agent given prominent position on her back. If X marks the spot, that’s where the show starts, with said agent trying to find a clear path to answers through all the ink on this Jane Doe’s skin. The pilot already unraveled a few of those secrets and it’ll be interesting to see where it goes from there. But once the entire map is solved, what point will there be to continuing the show? How long can it possibly be drawn out? Season one: The back tats. Season two: Legs. Season three: Arm edition! The longevity is questionable, but for now, I’m just as curious as the characters to see who this woman really is, and why she was abducted, tattooed, and left to live as a walking rubix cube.
Grandfathered Tuesdays at 8 on FOX
I wouldn’t look twice at this show about a cliche bachelor who suddenly discovers that not only is he a father, but a grandfather already, except for the fact that the lead is John Stamos. It’s a weak premise for a sitcom, bound to be trite and poorly written, but I’ll give it a shot just for some more Uncle Jesse on my screen. At press time, it hasn’t aired yet, so we’ll see how it does in its first 20 minutes. Continued on Page 39
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Pajamas Over People Continued from Page 38
The Grinder Tuesdays at 8:30 on FOX
Another FOX sitcom which hasn’t yet aired at press time, I’m giving this the test because the plot sounds like it has a bit more potential for true humor—“Television lawyer Dean Sanderson moves back to his small home town after a stint in Hollywood thinking his time on TV qualifies him to run his family's law firm.” (IMDb) I haven’t seen Fred Savage on TV since his brief cameo on his brother’s show as a sleazy teacher putting the moves on a student. As I understand it, he’s behind the camera more often these days, so it’ll be interesting to see how he does in front of it again. As for Rob Lowe, I’ve enjoyed his work in “Brothers & Sisters” and “Parks & Rec” and he has a habit of creating annoyingly charming characters. This sounds like it has potential. We shall see!
Scream Queens Tuesdays at 9 on FOX
I was a massive (and I mean scarily massive) fan of “Glee” when it first began. For me, the show really hit its stride in the second and third season, and then faltered when half the characters graduated and it split its time between those moving on to post-high school life and those still roaming the halls at McKinley. Towards the end, it became really difficult to watch because Ryan Murphy and the rest of his team were trying much too hard to make it campy and ridiculous and it just didn’t fit with the theme of the show as it had evolved over the years. After “Glee,” they went on to create “American Horror Story,” a no-holds-barred gross-fest with each season progressing more toward shock value than story (though I still can’t seem to stop watching it). Now, with “Scream Queens,” it seems Ryan, Ian Brennan, and
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Brad Falchuk are trying to combine the two. And I hate it. With a surprising cast full of big names (Jamie Lee Curtis, cameos from Nick Jonas and Ariana Grande, Abigail Breslin, Emma Roberts, and of course, Ryan’s little princess, Lea Michele), you would think the star power would give it a little star quality. No such luck. Within the first SIXTY SECONDS of the pilot, I had a sinking suspicion that this show was going to turn into everything I hated about how “Glee” had ended. Aiming to be a satirical look at the modern millenial, “Scream Queens” is a “horror comedy” about a masked murderer plaguing an elite university sorority. Absolutely everything about it is over-the-top and while some may find that sort of melodrama amusing, I find it makes for mind-numbingly mindless television. I choked my way through the twohour premiere and deleted it immediately.
BONUS Empire Wednesdays at 9 on FOX
This one’s a cheat because it’s already in its second season, however, it’s new for me. My mom caught a season one marathon on FX, recorded the whole thing, and she and I recently bingewatched it all in one weekend. So now we’re diving right into season 2. I have friends who watch this show and I remember seeing commercials all the time, wondering if I maybe should’ve given it a chance. But I was bogged down with fall-TV-fatigue at the time. Now I’m glad to have given it a shot. This is some damn good television. Terrence Howard, whom I’ve only really seen in minor roles in movies such as “Prisoners,” “August Rush,” and “Awake,” is electrifying as the stonecold music mogul Lucious Lyon. It only takes the first episode or two to see why Taraji Henson was nominated for an Emmy for her role as his ex-wife, sharp-tongued Cookie. The music, most if not all of which is written and produced by Timbaland, is radio-ready, catchy, and addictive. It also didn’t take long for me to pick a favorite character (Jamal!) ... I can’t wait to see what season 2 has in store and I’m definitely happy that I took the time to join the empire.
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German Family Milestone Submitted by JUDY (Gellis) SNYDER Margaret Rossi, a resident of Whitehall Manor in Whitehall, PA celebrated her 100th birthday on July 13. She is the daughter of the late Stephen and Lillian (German) Best. According to family records, Margaret is the first descendant in the Philip German tree to celebrate this milestone. Philip German is the first son of Adam German who came to America from the Odenwald in Germany. Many of the descendants live in Carbon, Lehigh, and Northampton Counties.
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EVENTS
Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co. (10/1)
Basket Social at Good Shepherd UCC (3940 Mountain Rd.) in Slatington, Thursday, October 15 at 7 p.m., doors open at 5:30. Tickets are $5 in advance. For more info, call 610-767-6006. (10/1)
Longaberger Basket Bingo, Oct.11, Copeechan Fish & Game Club, 5469 Brook St. Schnecksville, doors open 12 p.m., starts at 1:30 p.m. Advanced tickets suggested, call Bernice at 610-852-2140. (10/1)
Bingo Fundraiser: Sunday, Oct. 4, doors open at 12 p.m. Games starts at 1 p.m. Schnecksville Fire Co. Pavilion. Benefits Starting Over Animal Rescue. 20 games, 5 specials, huge Chinese auction, door prizes, and more! Tickets $20 in advance / $25 at the door. Call 610-762-9599. (10/1)
Palmerton Library Quilt Show, 402 Delaware Ave. in Palmerton, Sunday, October 11 from 12 to 4 p.m. $5 donations will be accepted. To enter new or antique quilts in the show, call the library at 610-8263424. (10/1)
Fall Bazaar: Christ UCC Little Moore, 913 S. Mink Rd. Danielsville. Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Homemade apple dumplings, baked goods, white elephant, lots of handmade crafts, and more. Kitchen will be open. First 25 adults and 5 children receive a free goody bag. (10/1) Flea Market and Craft Show, Saturday, November 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Vigilant Fire Company. Vendors wanted: $5 for 6ft. and $6 for 8ft. tables. Call 610-554-4099 for table reservations. (10/1) Halloween Dinner/Dance: Friday, October 9, Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co. 4188 Lehigh Dr. Cherryville, “Moonlite Memories DJ” features record hits from 50s, 60s, & 70s. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., dinner is served at 7 p.m. Dancing and music from 8 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are $20 per person. MUST be 21 to participate. For more info, call Monica at 484330-1290. All proceeds benefit
Yard Sale, multi-family, North Cypress Road in Walnutport, Friday (8-5) and Saturday (8-4) October 9-10. Household items, knick-knacks, kids clothes and toys, table saw and tools, owl collection, vintage items, and much more. (10/1) Yard Sale Oct. 9 and 10, Friday and Saturday. Household items, Christmas decorations, angels, knickknacks, jewelry, fiberoptic Christmas tree, lawn ornaments, many new items, never opened, misc. 610-781-2336. Laury’s Station, 1075 and 1083 Cedar St. 8 a.m.-? (10/1) Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Company - 2440 Fairyland Road. Saturday, October 24 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. - flea market, bake sale and Chinese auction. Refreshments available. Tables are also available for $10. FMI: 610-377-2015 (10/15) Gift Basket Social: Sunday, October 11, St. John’s Lutheran Church in Slatington. Doors open at noon, drawing begins at 1. Donation $5, extra tickets
for $3 each. Refreshments, door prizes, and more. Call 610-7676361 for more info.
FOR SALE For Sale: Deer apples. Feed the wildlife. $5 a bushel. Call 610-737-0426. (10/15) Wood Stove - Hearthstone - Phoenix, excellent condition. $1.925. Call: 610-767-7028 (10/15)
FOR RENT One Bedroom Apartment 2nd Floor, Slatington Area, Country Setting. 7190 PA Rt. 873, Friedens. Fridge, stove and garbage included. No pets. Security, references and credit check required. $650 per month. 610-760-9839 L/M. Shown by appointment (10/1) Two Bedroom Apartment 1st Floor, Slatington Area, Country Setting. 7190 PA Rt. 873, Friedens. Fridge, stove and garbage included. No pets. Security, references and credit check required. $725 per month. 610-760-9839 L/M. Shown by appointment (10/1)
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Freelance Writers Needed: Do you have an interest in local government and community news? We are looking for freelance writers to cover municipal meetings and news in Nazareth and Northampton for a weekly newspaper. A journalism background and working knowledge of AP Style is a plus. Please send your resume and writing sample to resume@idpcreative.com.
Apartment Slatington: New 2 bedroom, spacious, eat-in kitchen, living room, bathroom with linen closet, one-piece tub shower. NO PETS, W/S/G included. $575 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691. (12/17)
Caregivers Needed - We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Care Givers and Certified Nurse Aides to deliver high quality care. Immediate open positions for Bath, Northampton, Slatington and Carbon county areas. Caregiver must possess a valid PA driver’s license with current auto insurance and reliable transportation.Please call (610) 596-7055 (10/15)
MISCELLANEOUS LEHIGH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Founded in 2001, the historical society was formed to obtain, maintain, and preserve the history and cultural heritage of Lehigh Township and to educate interested people about its place in history. LTHS thanks you for your support!
PERSONALS SWM, 48, clean, healthy, and financially secure seeks romantic female 35-45 for dating, friendship, companionship. Any race OK. Call Joe at 484268-7620 24/7, leave message, will return call. (10/15)
WANTED GUNS GUNS GUNS Paying top prices from one gun to 1,000. We buy new and used firearms. A.F. BOYER HARDWARE & GUNS 130 Main St. Slatington, 610-767-3162. (10/15) BLU E MO UNTA I N
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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Doublewide in Glencrest, Slatington. Three bedroom, one bathroom. Many updates include new 10x12 shed, new hot water heater and plumbing, new laminant floors throughout kitchen, dining, and laundry area. Home has a covered front porch and rear deck. Central air. Lot rent is $491 and includes w/s/g, basic cable, and snow removal. Call Brian at 610-509-1457. $18,000. FOR SALE By Owner, $99,900: 240 Chestnut Street, Slatington, PA 18080. Beautiful Victorian (1,800 sq ft) twin home on a corner lot with endless possibilities. Could be used as a residence or a great rental property! Spacious 4BR, 1BA, with additional room on the third floor. Large eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, plus an office space and large living room. On the first level, beautiful hardwood floors and woodwork. Additional side porch for storage with washer
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SERVICES AVAILABLE Got knee pain? Back pain? Shoulder pain? Get a painrelieving brace at little or no cost to you. Medicare patients, call Health Hotline now! 1-800895-5652. Need some work done around house? Full kitchen and bath remodels, including carpeting, to big or small electrical and plumbing needs. Honest and reliable. Call Ernest at 610-585-7611. (10/1) Sell your structured settlement or annuity payments for CASH NOW. You don't have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 1-800-5884994. TIM’S SHARPENING SERVICE Let me take care of your sharpening needs. Circular saws, carbide circular saw blades, planer blades, scissors, electric hedge fence trimmers, lawn mower blades, axes, chisels, chain saws, etc. Call 610-767-5171 or 610-751-6182. (12/17) HALL RENTAL and CATERING – Looking for a place to have your organizational meetings, luncheons, baby/bridal showers, family functions, dinners or private parties? The Fellowship Hall at Friedens United Church of Christ, PA Route 873, Slatington is available to accommodate your party/meeting needs. The Hall seats 80 comfortably and is handicap accessible. Catering includes a variety of reasonably priced menus choices. Call Karlene at 610-760-1170 for more information. (12/17)
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FLEA MARKET Flea Market & Craft Fair, October 17 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Don Laine Campground, 790 57 Drive (Trachsville) Palmerton. Rain or shine. Food provided. Tables $6 or two for $10. Call 610-381-3381 for more info. (10/15)
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Lehigh RiverFest An End-Of-Season Celebration Submitted by SARAH BINDER Lehigh RiverFest is coming to town on Saturday of Columbus Day Weekend. Packed with great food, fun and entertainment, RiverFest is an end-of-season celebration not just for whitewater boaters, but for outdoor enthusiasts of every persuasion. For boaters, though, RiverFest is a special celebration of whitewater sport, of the Lehigh River, and of the community that is built along its winding path through the Pocono Mountains. Hosted at the Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Adventure Center near Weatherly, the Lehigh RiverFest offers a special ‘Paddler's Package’ including two nights of camping, Saturday morning breakfast, and complimentary shuttles to and from the river. What a wonderful
opportunity to share in the fun of the Lehigh River's largest whitewater dam release of the year! Plan a day out with the family. Lehigh RiverFest offers free admission, free entertainment, and free parking with plenty to do for all ages. Even if you prefer to stay on dry ground, there are activities and entertainment all day long. Live musicians (including Matt Miskie, Double Shot Duo, The Bandana Brothers, and Lost Boys) will be entertaining from 10:00 a.m. to 11 p.m. This is a great way to spend your Columbus Day weekend and enjoy the peak of the fall foliage in the Southern Pocono Mountains. In addition to a full schedule of entertainers, Continued on Page 45
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Lehigh RiverFest also features an array of outdoor gear vendors, arts and crafts (jewelry, organic soaps, wood crafts, primitives, and more), and a smorgasbord of amazing culinary treats. You'll enjoy the mouth watering smell of fresh-smoked foods, the flickering glow of the RiverFest bonfire, and the toe-tapping beat of live music in the air. Other activities available on RiverFest day include guided whitewater rafting trips, rail/ trail biking, a paintball target range, and zipline rides. Later, evening activities will give you a chance to win some awesome Lehigh River garb. A portion of RiverFest proceeds will be donated to the Wildlands Conservancy and to the Whitewater Challengers Scholarship Fund. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., rain or shine, at the Whitewater Challengers Adventure Center at 288 North Stagecoach Road, Weatherly, PA 18255. To guarantee that space is available, call to reserve your activity in advance. Vendor applications will be accepted until today, October 1. Email info@ whitewaterchallengers.com or call 800-4438554 for more information.
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Wings Of Hope: A Butterfly Release Submitted by JEN GIBBS Despite gray skies and a little drizzle, the Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley celebrated its 8th Annual Wings of Hope, a special Butterfly Release on Saturday, September 12. The free event was held in the Butterfly Garden at Cedar Crest College in Allentown. Highlights included emcee Rob Vaughn from WFMZ-TV 69 News, children’s crafts and activities, raffles, refreshments, a testimonial by an organizational participant, special music, and a lovely butterfly release. The annual event is an important fundraiser for the nonprofit organization and is a celebration of life, providing opportunities to honor and remember loved ones affected by cancer. 4571 CLOVER HILL CIRCLE SERVING THE GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY
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Home Instead Senior Care Offering Free Training For Northampton County Businesses Submitted by KRISTIN DANLEY-GREINER The Home Instead Senior Care® office serving Northampton County is launching a new campaign designed to make the community more Alzheimer’s friendly. Through the Alzheimer’s Friendly BusinessSM program, the Home Instead Senior Care office will provide free training to local businesses to help equip employees with information and resources needed to welcome families who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. In a recent survey of Alzheimer’s caregivers, 74% that they and their loved ones have become more isolated from the community as a result of the disease. Furthermore, 85% reported that they feel a reduced quality of life due to isolation. “For many caregivers, the unpredictable nature of the disease can make going out in public with their loved one intimidating,” said Suzanne Boline, R.N., owner of the Home Instead Senior Care office serving Northampton County. “Our research shows that family caregivers might be reluctant to frequent public places because of the behaviors that could be associated with the disease.”
According to Alzheimer’s Disease International, the number of people with dementia worldwide is expected to grow to a staggering 75.6 million by 2030 and 135.5 million in 2050. “Given the statistics, most businesses that deal with the public will be serving people with Alzheimer’s and their families,” said Boline. “It’s critical that local businesses start working now to build Alzheimer’s friendly communities to better serve their customers with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.” Local businesses can work directly with the local Home Instead Senior Care office to coordinate an in-person training. An interactive, online version of the training also is available at AlzheimersFriendlyBusiness.com. Once the training is successfully completed, businesses will receive a window cling with the Alzheimer’s Friendly Business designation. The designation will be valid for two years. For more information about the Home Instead Senior Care network’s Alzheimer’s Friendly Business program and to access additional resources, please visit AlzheimersFriendlyBusiness.com or call 610-8687333.
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Introducing The Lehigh Valley Free Presbyterian Church Submitted by STEPHEN HAMILTON My name is Stephen Hamilton. I am the Pastor of Walnutport's newest church, The Lehigh Valley Free Presbyterian Church. I am a native of Belfast, Northern Ireland. My wife June is an American from Iowa. We have lived in the area, specifically Washington Township, near Neffs, since 1999. Our congregation recently purchased a church building at 233 Main Street in Walnutport, the former home of Calvary Bible Fellowship Church. We have been meeting there for services for a number of weeks already and are enjoying our new meeting place. The Lehigh Valley Free Presbyterian Church is a small evangelical and Reformed congregation of The Free Presbyterian Church of North America. It is a gospel preaching church, unwavering in its adherence to the Holy Scriptures. The church has had a presence in the Lehigh Valley for a number of years, but has previously met in rented facilities nearer to Allentown. The Walnutport building is our first permanent church home and we are excited to be here. Our church will be having a special meeting to give thanks to God and to dedicate the building for the preaching and teaching of The Word of God. The
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Cooking with
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NGREDIENTS
• 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 lb. chicken (breast or tenders) • 1 tsp paprika • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (thyme, oregano, basil—combined) • 5 medium tomatoes, chopped into large cubes • 1 cup cooked spinach • 5 garlic cloves, minced • 1 tbsp crushed red pepper • 6 bacon strips, cooked, drained, and chopped • 1 and 1/3 cups half and half • 1 and 1/3 cups Parmesan cheese, shredded • 10 oz. penne pasta • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated, for serving
Recipe courtesy of www.juliasalbum.com.
Chicken Bacon Pasta with Spinach and Tomato in Garlic Cream Sauce
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In a large skillet on high heat, heat two tablespoons of olive oil until hot. Add chicken and cook on one side on high heat for one minute. While it cooks, sprinkle the uncooked sides of the chicken with paprika and Italian seasoning. Flip the chicken over and cook on the other side for one minute on high heat. Reduce heat to medium, flip chicken over again and cook, covered, for several minutes until no longer pink in the center. Remove chicken from the pan and keep chicken warm. Continued on Page 53
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To the same pan, add chopped tomatoes, spinach, garlic, crushed red pepper, 1/3 of the chicken (sliced into small strips) and half the bacon (already cooked and drained of fat). Mix everything.
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Add half and half and bring to boil. Only after half and half starts boiling, add grated Parmesan cheese. Immediately reduce to simmer and stir, while simmering, until the cheese melts and makes the sauce creamy, only about one minute, two at most. Immediately remove from heat. Season with more crushed red pepper and salt, if needed.
Honestly, I had some problems with this recipe. In my opinion, it called for much too much crushed red pepper! I really had trouble eating it; it was too spicy for me. I also did not use five tomatoes, I preferred to eyeball my skillet. I used a bag of fresh spinach and just threw that in the skillet as opposed to buying precooked and frozen spinach because thawing frozen spinach, as you may know, is a task that I dread in the kitchen. I’m a fan of creamy, fattening sauce and was missing that with this recipe. For next time, I would probably aim for a thicker, alfredo-like sauce. I hope you have better luck than I did!
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In the meantime, bring a large pot of water to boil, add pasta and cook it according to instructions. Drain the pasta, rinse with cold water and drain again.
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Add pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Add remaining half of bacon (cooked and drained of fat). Season with more salt if necessary. Slice the remaining 2/3 of chicken into thin strips. To serve, top the pasta with chicken strips and grated Parmesan cheese.
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP LIONS OFFER FREE EYE EXAMS FOR LEHIGH TWP RESIDENTS The LEHIGH TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB is offering a FREE eye exam to residents of Lehigh Township, regardless of age, who are not covered by Eye Care Insurance. The eye exam will be performed by Walnutport Family Eye Care. To take advantage of this important and FREE opportunity, which ends Dec. 31, 2015, please contact Wayne A. Benninger, Community Action Chairman for the Lehigh Township Lions Club, at 610-349-3596 or any other Lehigh Township Lions Club member.
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Successful Family Day At Traditions Of Hanover Independent Living
Submitted by KRISTY MUENZ Traditions of Hanover recently celebrated Family Day with residents, family members, and friends. This event is Traditions of Hanover’s biggest event of the year and it gives residents and family members a chance to mingle, and Traditions is able to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association. Guests wore jeans and cowboy boots to get in the spirit of the Country theme. The celebration included a photo booth, face painting, balloon animals, country music, food, and more. There were basket raffles and Traditions of Hanover’s Bead Buddies sold jewelry to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association. “Family Day 2015 was a great event, offering an opportunity to strengthen our own Traditions of Hanover family,” said Cathy Heimsoth, executive director. “Over 500 people enjoyed the country theme with live music, great food, and conversation. The children were treated to pony rides and it was wonderful to see the generations come together for a great cause.” Thanks to the help of the community, Traditions of Hanover raised a significant amount of money
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for the Alzheimer’s Association, and they are hoping to reach their goal for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Kutztown University on Saturday, October 10. Donations are still being collected throughout the month, up until the day of the walk. For more information about Traditions of Hanover, or to donate to their Walk to End Alzheimer’s please call 610-882-0400. Rated by families on SeniorAdvisor.com as one of the top 10 Senior Living Communities in Pennsylvania, Traditions of Hanover Independent Living is a unique retirement community offering Independent Living residences on an affordable month-to-month basis with no buy-in fees. Resident services and apartment features include meals, housekeeping, social events, transportation, and full kitchens. For more information, please call Jennifer Murphy at 484-893-6689 or visit www. traditionsofhanover.com.
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Walnutport Canal Festival Weekend Submitted by JENNIFER EBERT Come down to the waterfront to experience classic charm and an old world era at the Annual Canal Festival. The Walnutport Canal Association is sponsoring a weekend of family fun and history. We kick off a weekend of activities on Saturday, October 17 with our Towpath Trot along the historic Lehigh Canal in Walnutport. Sunday, October 18, the annual Walnutport Canal Festival starts at 12 p.m. and ends at 6 p.m. Rain date October 25. On Saturday, we will see you at the finish line of the 14th Annual Tow Path Trot. The Walnutport 6K along the canal begins with registration at 8 a.m. Join a friend for a leisurely run or compete alongside the avid runners. Cost is $20 in advance and $25 the day of. The event is rain or shine. At 9 a.m., the 6K Walk and Fun Run starts and at 9:30, the 6K will begin. There will also be a Health and Wellness fair with information for our runners. Afterwards, celebrate your accomplishments at the awards ceremony. See our website walnutportcanalassociation.tripod.com for registration forms and more information. You can also contact Janet at 610-737-3900 or Janets63@ gmail.com. We partnered with St. Luke’s University Health
Network and the (D&L) Delaware and Lehigh National Corridor. Our event is part of the “Get Your Tail on the Trail” campaign. Join us for our main event, the annual Canal Festival. Sunday, October 18, festivities begin at noon and Conclude at 6 p.m. Come experience the heritage of life on the canal while visiting booths of our local vendors and crafters. We have activities for the young and old alike. There will be arts and crafts, historical displays, real canal mules, live music, Jolly Holly, Continued on Page 56 WOMEN OF THE MOOSE #379
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Walnutport Canal Continued from Page 55 and a kids creativity coral area, animals, hayrides and more. Experience the heritage of an old world canal town. There will be Lock Tender’s House Tours and Canal historical displays and demonstrations. A basket raffle will be tucked inside the canal pavilion with great prizes available for the taking. There will be many opportunities to capture the fall foliage while you stroll along the path enjoying
the homemade foods, down home entertainment, and variety of vendors. All proceeds benefit the Walnutport Canal Association, a 501© 3. Thank you to our sponsors: The Lehigh Valley Regional Council of the D&L Trail Alliance, Susquehanna Bank, Blue Ridge Communications, North Lehigh County Chapter of Thrivent Financial, McDonald’s of Walnutport, and PenTeleData. For the safety of festival participants and visitors, no unauthorized vehicles, bicycles, skateboards, inline skates, or pets will be permitted on festival grounds. Free bike parking is available. Visit us on Facebook.
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Hayride And Fall Fest October 10-11 in Weissport Pyrotechs Inc. of Walnutport, which is providing the tractors, transportation and drivers; Lehigh Canal Recreation Commission, which is opening the park gates and welcoming all to this event; and the Beltzville Lions Club, the event organizers. Donations collected at the hay ride will benefit the Beltzville Lions Club, while sales of food, Chinese auction and yard sale will benefit Family Promise.
Old fashioned hayride and Fall Fest to benefit Family Promise of Carbon County and Beltzville Lions Club. Submitted by GAIL MAHOLICK The Old Fashioned Hayride and Fall Fest will take place from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11 at the Weissport Park and Lehigh Canal Park in Weissport. The event will include tractor-drawn hayrides along the historic canal, displays of canal artifacts, Chinese auction, homemade food and children's activities along with a community yard sale will be held Saturday only. This year, Beltzville Lions Club has partnered with Family Promise of Carbon County. Family Promise and Weissport Recreation Committee. volunteers will serve all sorts of homemade foods and baked goods in the park. 10x10-foot yard sale spaces are available for $5 by calling Laure Thomas at 610-554-7758 or email her at lcthomas@ ptd.net or by calling Family Promise day center at 610-379-4757. This festival caters to families and seniors gives families a low cost way to celebrate the beginning of the fall season. There will be attendants on hand to assist elderly and people with disabilities access the hay wagons. Families of all ages are welcome to attend. Hayrides will take place every 20 minutes throughout the day. The hayrides will give everyone the opportunity to explore the historic Lehigh Canal Park towpath at the height of the fall foliage experience. Donations will be accepted for hayrides. Children's activities will include a "train ride" in the park for little ones. Reservations are encouraged for groups of 10 or more. To make a group reservation or for more information, call 610-533-9311. Wagon rides are being sponsored by L-TNT
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Town & Country Gazette Advertiser’s Index A&A Limousine..............................23 All J’s Landscaping & Lawn Care...............................47 All-American Tree Service............49 Amey’s Clean Rite..........................48 Amey’s Garage, Inc..........................2 Andrejack’s General Contracting, Inc.....................29 B. Biechy...........................................50 Barry Hausman, Jr..........................33 Becker Homes.................................49 Becky’s Drive-in....................................4 Berkshire Hathaway..........................24 Bethany Wesleyan..........................9, 37 Blue Mountain Construction..........48 Blue Mountain Evergreen..............45 Blue Mountain Fish & Game.......24 Blue Mountain Ski Area..................8 Britton Business..............................30 Charles H. Mantz, Inc....................44 Christ UCC Little Moore..............50 Cindy’s Deli.....................................18 Clean Sweep........................ 40, 46, 59 Country Clippers Pet Grooming........................34 Country Garden.............................30 Crystal Vision Center.....................25 Dan Trinkles Auto Mall.................13 David Hess Concrete.....................48 Don Messinger................................48 Donna’s Homecare & Cleaning...40 Dumpsters.......................................56 Emerald Cider Mill........................43 Eugene Hankee.......................................46 Fall Harvest Craft & Vendor Event...52 Family Practice................................27 Filbert B&B........................................7 Frey & Co...........................................3 Friedens Fire Co. Booze Bingo.....11 Friedens Fire Co. Filling Sale.......23 GD Shupp Home Repairs.............49 George Bensing Funeral Home...57 Halloween Craft Show..................22 Halls of Horror................................10 Heidel Hollow Farm........................6 Home Helpers.................................26 Jack Follweiler’s..............................43 Jackie’s French Fries.......................34 Jerusalem Luth. Basket Social......17 Kornfiend’s Market..........................5 Kresge...............................................47 Kuhns Family Chiropractic...........25 Larry’s Antiques.............................19 LCCC................................................18 Lehigh Cleanpro...............................2
Lehigh Township Eye Exams........53 Lehigh Valley Spinal............. 32 & 33 Lincoln Manor................................12 LTVFC Spaghetti............................22 Mack’s Tree Service........................49 Magic 105.5......................................56 Mahoning Valley Speedway..........16 Mama’s Pizza...................................11 Mel Fritz Construction..................48 Miller Supply..................................40 Mint Home Improvement............52 Monica Sellers Family Hair Styling Salon..................57 Myers Contracting.........................49 Myster Tree & Shrub Service....................................48 Nancy's Therapeutic Massage.....................................2 NAPL Basket Social.......................33 Neff’s Masonry...............................49 NLCC Basket Social.......................22 North Catty........................................7 Off the Wall.....................................54 Old Jail..............................................24 Pastor Lundmark............................29 Phil Long Construction.................48
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