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From The Editor’s Desk.

This is our first annual “Your Health and You” issue and I hope that you enjoy it. We here at the Town and Country Gazette plan on making this a tradition. Every July we’re going to publish articles on how you and your family can stay healthy as well as profiles of local medical professionals and new medical advances in the area.

Personally, my mountain bike is what gets

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me off the couch and moving. I might be fairly sedentary all winter, but the first semi nice day in Spring my bike is down from the attic and I’m oiling the chain and checking the air in the tires.

As most Pennsylvanians know, that means I’m often pedaling through slush and snow drifts. I don’t get out on my bike nearly as often as I’d like but I would take riding down a trail over jogging on a treadmill any day.

I hope this edition of the Gazette inspires our readers to get active. Whether it is mountain biking, disc golf or a triathlon there are plenty of options in our area to get out and get fit!

Emerald Fireworks The Annual Emerald Fireworks show and picnic, which draws old friends near and far returns this year on July 9 to the Star Hose grounds in Emerald. The refreshment stands will be open at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Music will be provided by the band the Majestics at 7 p.m. There will be a lot of fun things for the entire family to do. Should it be needed, the fireworks rain date is set for July 10. The firework display will begin at 10:30 p.m.

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Slatington High School class of 1971 The Slatington High School class of 1971 will be holding its 40th class reunion on Saturday August 13, 2011 at the Blue Ridge Country Club in Palmerton. The following classmates, or anyone with information on how to contact them, are asked to contact Celeste Williams at 610-767-1739 or Sandra Kistler at 610-767-7490.

Linda Wertman, Linda Younger, William Nash, Charles Meixsell, Kitty Ann Serfass, Mary Jean Cunfer, Thomas Jones, Daniel Kuntz, Donald Snyder, Jeffrey Smith

If you would like to attend the reunion but have not yet received your invitation, please call. Thank you!

Happy Birthday!

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The Social Page

Engagement

Taylor Grace Altif is proud to annouce the engagement of her parents Melissa Parisi to Mike Altif.

Melissa is the daughter of Josie and David Loch of Walnutport. She is a 1998 graduate of Northern Lehigh High School and a 2002 graduate of Kutztown University and is the Financial Controller for a company in New Jersey.

Mike is the son of Cindy and Dan Altif of Slatington and is a 1994 graduate of Northern Lehigh High School and a project superintendent for Skepton Construction.

The couple resides in Lehigh Township.

An October 2011 wedding is planned.

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The Social Page

Hannah Snyder-Samuelson graduated with a 4.2 GPA from Parkland High School. She is a member of the National Honor Society and the German Honor Society. She is the daughter of the Rev. Kris and Rev. John Snyder-Samuelson.

She is a member of Union United Church of Christ in Neffs where her mother has served as the Associate Pastor for the past 15 years.

Hannah serves on the Council for Youth and

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Young Adult Ministries, a national board of the United Church of Christ. She attends 2 meetings a year at the UCC national headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. She serves as a UCC national youth delegate for the General Synod which will be held this July in Tampa, Florida.

While at Parkland she performed in 8 school musicals and plays. During her sophomore year she played the leading part of Anne Frank in “The Diary of Anne Frank”. She studies voice and was a member of The Parkland Chorale, making public performances in nursing homes and churches. She was also selected to participate in District, Region and State Chorus in 2009 and 2011. This year she was featured as a soloist at State chorus, performing Robert Schumann’s “Zigeunerleben” in its original German.

Hannah studies piano and has performed as an accompanist at Parkland HS. She plays the cello and was a member of the Parkland HS traveling orchestra group, “The Strolling Strings”.

She has also studied ballet and Point, performing at dance recitals for 10 years.

Hannah is the granddaughter of Irmgard Snyder Roberts and Donald Roberts, and the late Roscoe P. Snyder. She will be attending Vassar College in New York this August, where she hopes to study Environmental Studies and participate in more music ensembles.

Michelle Lynne Hock of Walnutport has

graduated from Lafayette College in Easton, Pa. Michelle earned an A.B. in Art/American Studies (double major) and was one of 526 undergraduate students awarded 551 degrees at the College's 176th Commencement May 21.

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Melissa Matula Weds Justin Padgett Melissa S. Matula and Justin T. Padgett

were united in marriage on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at 2:00pm at the Emmanuels Lutheran Church, Bath.

The wedding ceremony was officiated by the Pastors Barry and Elizabeth Mitchell.

The wedding reception was held at Penn’s Peak, Jim Thorpe.

The bride is the daughter of Michael and Susan Matula of Moore Twsp, Bath.

The groom is the son of Steven and Ann Padgett of North Huntingdon.

Miss Kristin Matula of Bath was her sister’s Maid of Honor.

Bridesmaids included Nichole Funk, s ister of the groom, Mehgan Rutigliano, Natalie Wilson, and Kelly Miller.

Miss Alexis Padgett, sister of the groom was their Flower girl.

Christopher Funk, brother-in-law of the groom, was Best Man. The Groomsmen were Jeremy Matula, brother of the bride, Mark Steiner, Fran Jolin and Todd Bosch.

The bride is a 2006 graduate of Northampton Area High School. Melissa graduated from the University of Pittsburgh, Bradford with her Bachelors Degree in Nursing in 2010.

The Groom is also a 2006 graduate of Northampton Area High School.

Justin graduated from The California University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering in 2010. He is employed by Schaefer Systems International, Inc., in York.

The newlyweds honeymooned on a cruise to the Bahamas & Grand Turk. They are residing in Wrightsville, Pa., with their puppies Onyx and Bailey.

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Preston Henry turns 65 on July 10th

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JOE’S

Summer Movie

run-down Bad Teacher - ** out of Four – This new R-rated comedy casts Cameron Diaz as a selfish misanthrope similar to Billy Bob Thornton’s character in Bad Santa, and the similarities don’t stop there. Diaz plays a schoolteacher that is only biding her time and doing the bare minimum until she can land a wealthy suitor who can support her and her dreams of an extravagant lifestyle and some choice surgical “enhancements.” Like Thornton’s bank robbing Santa in his superior film Diaz is, of course, not beyond redemption. Supporting cast members Jason Segal and Justine Timberlake have some funny moments but overall Segal is by far the most relatable and winning character. He doesn’t get nearly enough screen time as a good-natured, stoner gym teacher pining for Diaz’s affection. This

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31st Annual Northampton Exchange Club

Dining and Entertainment

Community Days Fair Sponsored by the Exchange Club of Northampton for the Benefit of the Borough of Northampton and Surrounding Areas Northampton Municipal Park Complex • Laubach Avenue & Smith Lane

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6 p.m. Opening Ceremony (Portable Band Shell in the Grove) 6:00 – 6:30 Little Miss Community Days Registration (Portable Band Shell in the Grove) 6:30 p.m. Little Miss Community Days Contest Judging (Portable Band Shell in the Grove) 7-10 p.m. “Joe Weber Band” (Portable Band Shell in the Grove) 6 – 10 p.m. $20 RIDE SPECIAL – Amusement Rides by Goodtime Amusements $2.00 coupon at www.jtmonline.com/goodtime

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7 – 10 p.m. “Franklen Poole” (Portable Band Shell in the Grove) 6 – 10 p.m. $20 RIDE SPECIAL - Amusement Rides by Goodtime Amusements $2.00 coupon at www.jtmonline.com/goodtime

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6 – 10 p.m. Craft Fair under the Tent 7 – 10 p.m. “Shake, Rattle and Soul” (Portable Band shell in the Grove) 6 – 10 p.m. Amusement Rides by Goodtime Amusements

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9 a.m. - ?? Wiffle Ball Tournament (Near the Band Shell) Noon- 11 p.m. Craft Fair under the Tent 5-10 p.m. Car Cruise 7-10 p.m. “New Individuals” (Band Shell) 7-10 p.m. “Emil Shanta Band” (Portable Band Shell in the Grove) 10:15 p.m. (Approximately) SPECTACULAR FIREWORKS SHOW by LT & T Finale Kings 5 – 11 p.m. Amusement Rides by Goodtime Amusements

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2011

COOLEST TREAT

The 1st Annual Coolest Treat Contest Exceeded Expectations!

When we first pitched the idea of having our readers choose their favorite local place to get ice cream we had no idea how it would turn out.

It seemed like a fun idea, a great way to engage our readers and an avenue to get some feedback.

We didn’t know if people would take the time to vote online or mail in a response. But, judging by all the responses it seems ice cream is something everyone has an opinion on!

On behalf of the Town & Country Gazette staff I would have to say that the response to Coolest Treat exceeded even our most optimistic predictions. I’d like to extend a big thank you everyone who participated.

The voting is coming to an end, but with well over a thousand votes pouring into our office via mail and the Internet since April we have our work cut out for us. So far there are three clear frontrunners: Edgemont Acres, Blue Mountain Drive In and The Ice Cream Lab. We will announce the definitive winner of Coolest Treat in the July 21st issue.

Joe Korba

Every Month Is “National Social Security Online” Month Have you ever stopped to appreciate the many celebrations we enjoy in this country? For example, did you know that July is National Baked Beans Month? It’s also National Hot Dog Month.

If beans and hot dogs are not on your diet, that’s okay—it’s also National Blueberry Month!

July also happens to be National Ice Cream Month—something almost as American as apple pie. (National Apple Pie Month was in May.) As you’re marking your calendar to keep all of these festivities in mind, we want to make sure you’re aware that every month can be National Social Security Online Month!

As you’re taking all of these commemorative foods out on a picnic (July is also National Picnic Month), take your laptop or tablet with you so you can visit www.socialsecurity.gov. Whether you want to see what’s new at Social Security with our news section, find an answer to a question with our frequently asked questions section, or plan for your retirement with our Retirement Estimator or Benefits Planners, you can do it all easily at our website.

Make www.socialsecurity.gov a part of your recreation (July is National Recreation Month).

Visit our History page to learn all about the history and early days of Social Security. Resting on a blanket under a tree is a fun way to spend a picnic, but if that begins to get boring (July is National Anti-Boredom Month), you’ll want to tune into some of our fun public service announcements featuring Patty Duke, George Takei, Chubby Checker, and Don Francisco at www.socialsecurity.gov/pressoffice/psa-video. html.

By Corrie Drosnock

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• Dr. Lefkowicz is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in general and cosmetic dermatology and a clinical instructor in the Mount Sinai Medical Center Department of Dermatology.

The Parkland Garden club will present “Joie dans Le Jardin” (Joy in the Garden), its annual tour of 8 outstanding private gardens, rain or shine, July 16 from 9 a.m. to 4p.m.. This is a great opportunity to get innovative garden ideas as well as to meet and talk to the gardeners. Several of the gardens have been certified as Wildlife Habitats by the National Wildlife Foundation and as a Bird Sanctuary by the Audubon Society. David Shimp of Phoebe Floral will demonstrate container gardening at one garden and Ray Thorne will give tips on garden photography at another.

Refreshments will be available at most of the gardens. To learn more or for locations to buy tickets call Sylvia 610-398-7182 or Barbara 610432-3313.

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LTRT Bike Raffle Following the success of their bike and gift card raffle, the Lehigh Township Rails to Trails group will soon be selling tickets for a 50/50 drawing.

First prize will be 25%, second will be 15%, and third will be 10%. One ticket will cost $2.00; three tickets will be $5.00. Raffle tickets will be sold at various local summer and fall events, a list of which will be published in the near future. The drawing will be held in October. For additional information, visit our website, www.ltrt.org, or

call Meg at 610 760-1117. Anyone interested in joining our group is invited to attend our meeting, which is held the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at the Lehigh Twp. municipal building on Municipal Dr.

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2011 Community Calendar EVERY THURSDAY Bingo, Star Hose Co. #1, Emerald, 6:45 p.m.

Line Dance and Partner Dance Classes. Vigilant Fire Hall, Slatington. Lessons 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., open dance time 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. refreshments avail., A/C. FMI 610-760-1917.

Rotary Club of Slatington meets 6:15 p.m. at the pavilion at the Wildlife Center, FMI 610760-2455.

Wing-Nite, Bowmanstown Vol. Fire Co., 6:30-9:00. 610-852-2722, Except 3rd Thurs.

Bingo Petersville Rod & Gun Club, 550 Club Road, Bath (Lehigh Twsp.), 7 p.m, FMI 610261-2210 Courage to Change Al-Anon Family Group, Anonymous Fellowship offering hope to friends & family of alcoholics.

St. John’s UCC, 891 Columbia Ave., Palmerton, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

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American Legion Auxiliary Slatington meets the first Thursday of every month at the Legion at 7:30 p.m. FMI 610-760-1098, Marcy Knappenberger.

EVERY FRIDAY Bowmanstown Rod & Gun Club Dinners 4-8 p.m. Weekly Specials 610-852-4051 Bingo, Mahoning Valley Ambulance, 902 Mill Road, 7 p.m., Non-smoking. 610-217-4321

EVERY SATURDAY Bingo, Diamond Fire Co., Walnutport. Doors open 4 p.m., kitchen 5, bingo at 6:30. 610767-8476.

EVERY SUNDAY Bingo, Citizens Fire Co., Slatedale, 1:00 p.m.

EVERY MONDAY Line Dancing 6:45 – 8:45pm, Refreshments avail. 1750 Main St. Northampton, the Garfield/ Gin Mill bldg. FMI 610-2629010 or drmzklvr@aol.com.

Bingo, Schnecksville Fire Co. Kitchen opens 5 p.m., warmups at 6, regular bingo at 6:45 Bingo, Diamond Fire Co., Walnutport. Doors open 4 p.m., kitchen 5, bingo at 6:30. 610767-8476 Bingo, Northampton Memorial Community Center. Doors & kitchen open at 5:30, bingo at 7.

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EVERY WEDNESDAY Bingo, Diamond Fire Co., Walnutport. Doors open 4 p.m., kitchen 5, bingo at 6:30. 610767-8476.

Bingo – Our Lady of Hungary (Northampton) school gym,

7:00 p.m. Kitchen opens at 6:00 p.m.

FREE Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Area Public Library, 6-8 p.m.

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The ladies of Lehighton's Class of 1961 will meet at the" Post 16" Restaurant at the Legion in Slatington for lunch the first Wednesday of the month at 12pm.

Zumba Toning at Steppin' Out Academy of Dance, Schnecksville 6-7pm www.taylorsteward. com

Thursday, July 7 National Strawberry Sundae Day "It's Time to Play" Playgroup 10:30. At Good Shepherd United Church Mountain Road Slatington. Preschoolers age 2-5. Pre-registration is required. FMI 610-760-1687.

Northampton Community Days Fair; Through July 9.

Palmerton Hospital and Miller Keystone Book Center Blood Drive. 12:30 –5:30 p.m.. Call 610-377-7350 FMI and to register.

Saturday, July 9 National Sugar Cookie Day Carbon Model Railroad Society Christmas in July Open House. 1-5 p.m. Free. FMI 610826-6636.

Emerald Fire Co. Star House #1 Fireworks & Picnic. (RD: July 10) Music by Majestics 7 p.m. Refreshment stand open at 4:30. Fireworks

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2011 Community Calendar display @ 10:30 p.m. Car $5, Walk $1

Sunday, July 10 Teddy Bear Picnic Day Carbon Model Railroad Society Christmas in July Open House. 1-5 p.m. Free. FMI 610826-6636.

St. Paul’s UCC, Northampton bus trip to Ocean Grove NJ Choir Festival. Leaves @ 11:30 a.m. Reservations & FMI call 610-261-2910 Lehigh Township Historical Centre, Route 248, Pennsville - 1-4 p.m. Memorabilia, special displays. Public invited, for all ages. HA. Information, call 610-767-5989.

Monday, July 11 Cheer Up the Lonely Day Slatington Council meeting, 7 p.m. held at the Borough Building, 125 South Walnut, Slatington.

Palmerton Area Historical Society trip to Lehighton Synagogue. More info: 610767-2711.

Tuesday, July 12 Pecan Pie Day Meeting of Lehigh Twp. Board of Supervisors, 7 p.m., Municipal Building, Municipal. Rd. 610-767-6771

Friday July 15 Cow Appreciation Day Franklin Township Fire Co. Block Party through July 17th.

Fairyland Rd., Lehighton. Fireworks on Saturday.

Yard Sale 9 a.m. – 2p.m. Agape New Testament Fellowship, 5229 Rt. 873 Schnecksville.

Monday, July 18

Saturday July 16

Slatington Water, Sewer and Highway Committee meeting, 6:30 PM held at the Borough Building, 125 South Walnut St. Slatington.

Parkland Garden Club annual Tour of private gardens. 9 a.m.

– 4 p.m. FMI 610-398-7182 or 610-432-3313.

Carbon Model Railroad Society Christmas in July Open House. 1-5 p.m. Free. FMI 610826-6636.

Yard Sale 9 a.m. – 2p.m. Agape New Testament Fellowship, 5229 Rt. 873 Schnecksville.

Ham & Fresh Corn Pie Dinner Heidelberg Union Church.

FMI 610-767-5351 Car Wash, 10 am - 2 pm, Vigilant Fire Company, 110 S. Walnut Street, Slatington. Cars $5 / Vans & Trucks $6. Refreshments. Benefits Walnut Street Playground. Rain date July 23.

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Sunday, July 17 National Ice Cream Day All you can eat breakfast buffet, Lehigh Twsp. Country Garden at Lehigh Twsp. Fire co.

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Carbon Model Railroad Society Christmas in July Open House. 1-5 p.m. Free. FMI 610826-6636.

Palmerton Football Cheerleading Longaberger/Vera Bradley Bingo (1 p.m.) & Chinese Auction(11:30 a.m.). Sokol Hall, Palmerton. FMI & Tickets; 610826-7824 or 610-462-9986.

Siegried Railroad Station Open from 1 – 4p.m.

National Caviar Day

Tuesday, July 19 National Raspberry Cake Day Northern Lehigh Community Center Meeting Vigilant fire Co. Walnut St. Slatington. 6:30 FMI 610-760-0300

Wednesday, July 20 Ugly Truck Day Senior Lunch 11:30 am St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 7860 Center St.. Emerald.

Thursday, July 21 National Junk Food Day "It's Time to Play" Playgroup 10:30. At Good Shepherd United Church Mountain Road Slatington. Preschoolers age 2-5. Pre-registration is required. FMI 610-760-1687.

Lehigh Township Fair meeting at Fire House , Rt. 248 Cherryville 7PM. Connie Mack Baseball Tournament at Limeport Stadium, Limeport PA. Through July 30.

You can read previous Blue Mtn. Town & Country Gazette issues on our website at www.TownAndCountryGazette.com

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Municipal Update The Greater Northern Lehigh and Palmerton Area Chambers of Commerce held a “municipal update” meeting at the American Legion in Slatington. Community leaders held a panel during lunch to inform Chamber members about what’s been happening in their municipalities.

Alice Rehrig, Lehigh Twp. Manager spoke first about how the upcoming changes in the Tax Collection system might cause some problems in rural areas. The new law reduces the number of tax collectors state wide from over 500 to about 60.

The reduction in collectors may cause confusion and delays in processing resident’s taxes.

Rehrig discussed new LED stoplights that are going to be installed in the Township. They’re being paid for with a Penn Dot grant and will save the township thousands of dollars a year in energy costs.

Ken Nicholson, zoning code enforcement officer of North Whitehall Township spoke next about how the long rumored WalMart coming to North Whitehall is still in the application process for building permits. WEIS Market is also proposing to add gas pumps to the store on MacArthur Rd. in Whitehall.

Nicholson also addressed the recent sewer grate thefts in Whitehall. The thieves were caught when spotted by township employees making a getaway with the grates hanging out of the open trunk of their car. These criminal masterminds had been taking the grates to an Allentown scrap yard to trade for cash.

Roger Danielson, Palmerton Borough Manager, discussed the ten million dollar sewer plant upgrade and the waterline replacement on Lehigh Ave, which runs parallel to Delaware Avenue downtown.

Palmerton received $900,000 in casino money and are using the grant to build a new fire station that should be completed by the fall of 2012.

The Mayor of Slatington, Walter Niedermeyer, discussed the Borough changing their electricity supplier from PP & L to Keystone. The switch in energy suppliers will save Slatington about $30,000 a year.

Niedermeyer commented on the Slatington Pool controversy saying that the Slatington Pool will be filled this year and for many years to come (The vote to fill the pool indefinitely passed 6-1 – ed.). This was in response to Slatington Council Member Kris Burek’s objection to the use of public resources to fill the pool and her call to the Lehigh County Communications Center to report water

theft. Burek is up for reelection in November.

Annette Lacko, Borough Secretary and Mike Wentz, Grant Coordinator, gave an update on Walnutport in lieu of elected officials who couldn’t make it to the meeting. Grant monies have went towards purchasing a new police car, finishing a major storm water project and finishing the latest phase of improving the playground near the Walnutport Municipal building.

Wentz anticipates receiving some Casino grant money that will go towards more improvements in the borough.

Gerald Phillips, Township Supervisor from Washington Township, spoke about the $3,000 they donated to the Lehigh Gap Nature Center as well as the new banners that will be unveiled soon in Emerald.

By Joe Korba

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"Exercise is by far the overall best thing people can do to enhance their physical and psychological well-being," says Dr. Kevin Sverduk, associate professor and chair of the Sport-Exercise Psychology program at Argosy University, Southern California. "Regular exercise will boost your mood, sharpen your mind, give you greater self-confidence, reduce your chances of getting sick, and expand your energy."

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Tips for Keeping Fit This Summer Continued from Page 25 Wray, registered dietitian and nutrition instructor at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Phoenix agrees. "For a nutritionist, 'diet' is the food and beverages that we consume.

For most of the public, however, it's a loaded word that implies something we do for a short time."

So how do you find the right eating plan to suit your needs? "The government has new Dietary Guidelines for Americans," says Wray. Designed to remind Americans to adopt healthier eating habits, "MyPlate" has replaced the food pyramid as the go-to source for nutrition. "The site allows you to plug in your age, weight, height and activity level to determine a customized food plan," says Wray. "The goals include eating less, drinking more water instead of beverages with many calories, switching to low-fat dairy options and reducing your sodium intake."

Blood sugar levels can also be regulated through exercise. Thus eating a reasonable diet with low GI foods and regular bouts of exercise will help burn excess fat. You can learn more about the glycemic index of foods and find the GI for the foods you eat

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Recipe Round-Up Grilling makes it easy to knock fat out of food (ARA) - From juicy burgers to savory chicken breasts, it seems like everything just tastes better grilled. Meats including burgers (85 percent), steak (80 percent), hot dogs (79 percent), and chicken (73 percent) top the list of the most popular foods prepared using a grill, according to the National Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association. With summertime upon us, men and women alike are focused on cutting calories, and grilling is a great way to do just that.

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Stop your eyes from aging this summer: Why UV protection is more important than you think (ARA) - Most Americans know the importance of UV blocking sunscreen to protect their skin from aging and diseases. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said when it comes to protecting their eyes.

As few as 32 percent of Americans understand how important UV blockage is to protect their eyes from aging and diseases, according to the recent American Eye-Q survey, funded by the American Optometric Association (AOA).

"Summer can be a dangerous time for the eyes because people spend so much time outdoors, exposed to the sun," says Dr. Sue Lowe, an AOA UV protection expert. "Overexposure to ultraviolet rays fast forwards aging of the eyes and increases the risk for serious diseases."

If the eyes are exposed to excessive amounts of UV radiation over a short period of time, a "sunburn" called photokeratitis can occur. This condition can be painful and includes symptoms such as red eyes, a foreign body sensation or gritty feeling in the eyes, extreme sensitivity to light and excessive tearing. Photokeratitis is usually temporary and rarely causes permanent damage.

Ongoing exposure to UV radiation, however, can cause serious harm to the eyes and age them prematurely.

Research has shown that exposure to small amounts of UV radiation over a period of many years increases the chance of developing cataracts, macular degeneration - the leading cause of blindness in adults - and eye cancer. Long-term exposure may also cause damage to the retina, a nerve-rich lining of the eye that is used for seeing.

"In addition to sunglasses, certain contact lenses incorporate an ultraviolet blocker in the lens, which helps further reduce exposure to UV light that can eventually cause cataracts and other eye problems," says Lowe. "Applying UV-blocking sunscreen around the eye area and wearing a hat will further protect the eyes and help prevent premature aging."

To provide adequate protection for the eyes, the AOA recommends that sunglasses and protective contact lenses should: *Block out 99 to 100 percent of both UV-A and UV-B radiation *Screen out 75 to 90 percent of visible light *Sunglasses should be perfectly matched in

color and free of distortion and imperfection and have lenses that are gray for proper color recognition.

The AOA also urges parents to remember to protect infants' and children's eyes from the sun at all times. This is particularly important as kids tend to spend more time in the sun than adults.

A good way to monitor eye health, maintain good vision and keep up to date on the latest in UV protection is by scheduling yearly comprehensive eye exams with an eye doctor. To find an optometrist in your area, or for additional information on how best to protect your eyes from UV radiation, visit www.AOA.org.

Male weight loss myths (ARA) - For many men, starting a weight loss regimen may seem unnecessary and cumbersome.

If you’re like a lot of guys, you may be thinking that losing weight is a matter of staying active, and watching what you eat is more work than it’s worth.

While men might think that weight loss plans are something better suited for women, the statistics show men are more likely to be overweight than their female counterparts. Where 72 percent of American males are overweight, 64 percent of women can be considered overweight, according to the most recent prevalence and trends report on obesity published in a 2010 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.

If you’re a man who would like to shed a few pounds, but has previously been averse to trying a weight loss plan, it may not be as bad as you might think. Here are a few myths about male weight loss that may cause men to avoid eating healthier and the truth behind them.

Myth: Men only need to exercise to lose weight.

Reality: Unless you are working out for hours each day, simply working out and not worrying how many calories you consume is not a good plan for shedding pounds. The fact is, burning calories through exercise takes a lot longer than it does to consume them. A 200-pound man will burn about 450 calories during a three-mile run, according to Runner’s World. An average hamburger or Continued on Page 31

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Male weight loss myths Continued from Page 30 piece of cake contains about the same amount of calories.

Myth 2: Low-fat or low-carb automatically means healthier.

Reality: While overloading on fats and carbohydrates will likely lead to weight gain, both play an important role in healthy eating. Fats and carbohydrates are also not created equal - for instance, trans and saturated fats can increase your cholesterol while unsaturated fats can have

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The library has a doll case that belongs to the Endless Hills Doll Club and we would like to return it if possible. Any member or former member, please call the library.

The Wonderful World of Wildlife summer story hour has begun. Story hour takes place at 10 am on Wednesday mornings, and will continue through August 10th. Children ages 4 through fifth grade are invited to attend. All are welcome.

The book sale continues. If you have books to donate, please stop by or call the library.

Library hours are Monday and Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; closed Thursday and Sunday. Contact us at 610 767-6461.

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Friends Of The Parkland Community Library 21St Annual Used Book Sale Friends of the Parkland Community Library will hold their 21st annual used book sale at Lehigh Career & Technical School in Schnecksville from July 29 – August 6. There will be a preview night on Friday July 29 from 4-8 p.m. Half price day is August 5 and bag day is August 6 when it will be $5 to fill a brown paper grocery bag. Most books are priced from .50 to $5.

Until the book sale, the library will be accepting donations from July 18 – July 28.

To learn more, call 610-398-1361 or visit www.parklandlibrary.org

Palmerton Area Library Newly formed knitting club meets on the first and third Monday of each month at the library from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The club is free and new members are always welcome.

Yoga classes are offered on Saturday mornings at 9:00 a.m. Participants should call the teacher at 570436-1762 for more information.

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The library sponsors a used book sale in the basement. New used books arrive daily along with videos, puzzles and CD’s. Over 2000 books and videos are available, including paperbacks and children’s books.

The Board of Directors meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the library at 4:00 p.m. Meetings are open to the public.

Friends of the Palmerton Area Library will meet Tuesday July 12 at 7:00 p.m. Membership forms can be found online or at the library.

The Teen Advisory Group is for students in grades 7-12 and meets at the library the first Wed. of the month. New members are always welcome.

The library has started a new volunteer program.

Interested volunteers must be 13 years or older, come in and ask at the desk for a volunteer packet to sign-up!

PreschoolCircleTime (ages3-5) is held Thursdays @ 10:30 now-July 28 Summer Reading Club (grades K-6) is held Fridays @ 10:30 now - July 29 Adults, teens and kids: sign up for the “Read Around the World”contest and compete in your age group for fun prizes. All are welcome to participate.

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Remember When 2007 Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette The Wildlife Information Center, in response to major changes in its work and mission in the past few years, had adopted a new name – the Lehigh Gap Nature Center. The Center’s headquarters are at the Osprey House in Lehigh Gap in Washington Township on their 750-acre refuge that straddles Carbon and Lehigh Counties.

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"New Old" Quilts At Heritage Center

The display of antique quilts at the Heritage Center, 410 Delaware Avenue in Palmerton, has been changed, with a different group now in the Feature Room. The Center is open different hours from Wednesday through Saturday each week. For times each day, please phone 610-824-6954 for a recording listing the times each day. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted.

A New Chamber of commerce has formed in the area and is called the LeBEAM Chamber of Commerce. This name stands for the area it is servicing – Lehigh Township, Bath Borough, East Allen Township, and Moore Township. This area has grown enormously in the past five years and there is no local chamber or council to address local issues for local businesses.

New Chamber Announced Partnership with GLVC of Commerce. The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its partnership with LeBEAM, a new Chamber council created to service the area that makes up Lehigh Township, Bath, East Allen and Moore Townships. There was an official ceremony May 30 celebrating this partnership.

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Church Directory Agape New Testament Fellowship 5229 Rt. 873, Schnecksville, 610-767-2482 Worship 10 am, Jr. Church 10:45, Nursery Provided.

All Saints Episcopal Church 301 N. 2nd St., Lehighton 610-377-2675 Adult Forum – Sun. 9:05 a.m. Worship – Sun. 10 a.m.

Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church 633-649 W. Washington St. Slatington, 610-767-2214. Mass - Sat. 5 p.m. Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Ben Salem United Church of Christ 1965 Church Hill Road, Lehighton 570-3863870 www.bensalemucc.com Contemporary. worship 8:15 a.m.

Traditional Worship 10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m.

Bethany Bible Fellowship Church 3300 7th St. Whitehall, 610-434-8661.

Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. S.S. 9 a.m.

Bethany Wesleyan Church 675 Blue Mt. Dr., Cherryville, 610-7671239, Worship & Children’s Programs at 9:00 & 10:30 AM Bethel U.C.C. 4th & Franklin St., Slatington.

610-767-1898.

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Blue Mountain Community Church, 25 Oak St., Palmerton, 610-826-8402.

Worship & Small Study Groups, 9:15 & 11:15 a.m.

Calvary Bible Fellowship Church 233 Main St. Walnutport, 610-767-7447 Worship 10 am Chapman Quarries United Methodist 1433 Main St., Chapman, Bath 610-8370935. Worship 11:00 am. S.S. 10:00 am. HA. Christ’s Church at Lowhill UCC 4695 Lowhill Church Road, New Tripoli, 610-298-2527. Worship 10:30am, S.S. 9:15am, Christ U.C.C., Little Moore 913 South Mink Rd. Danielsville, 610-8376051. Worship 9 a.m. S.S. 10:15 Christ U.C.C. 309 Main St., Walnutport, 610-767-1601.

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Covenant United Methodist Church 2715 Mt. View Dr. 610-837-7517. Worship 8 & 10:30 a.m. S.S. 9:15.

Egypt Community Church, 4129 S Church St. Egypt 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship - 10:30 a.m. SS 9:00 a.m., H/C accessible.

Emmanuel UCC 509 Hamilton St. Bowmanstown, 610-8522707. Worship 9 a.m. S.S. 10:15 a.m.

Faith Independent Church of Christ 4394 Mt. View Dr. Walnutport, 610-7375390. Worship 10 a.m. S.S. 9 a.m.

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Faith Alive United Methodist Church 678 Pine St. Bowmanstown 610-852-2805.

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Heidelberg UCC 5187 Irvin Rd., Slatington. 610-767-4740.

Worship 8:30 a.m. S.S. 9:45 a.m. HA. Heritage Baptist Church 3749 Rt. 309 Orefield, 610-395-4970. S.S. 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Nursery avail.

Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church 1235 Main St. Northampton, 610-262-2668 Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m. Nursery avail. HA Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Main St., Slatedale, 610-767-1526. Worship 8:30 a.m. S.S. 9:30 a.m.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 502 Lafayette Ave., Palmerton, 610-8262524. Worship 8 & 10:45 a.m. S.S. 9:30 a.m. nursery & HA Hope Lutheran Church Rt. 248, Cherryville, 610-767-7203.

Worship 8 and 9:30 a.m. HA. Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church 14th & Washington Sts., Northampton, 610-262-3365. Worship 9 a.m. S.S. 9 a.m.

Jerusalem Lutheran Church 500 Church Drive, Palmerton (Trachsville), 610-681-5200. Worship 10:15 a.m. S.S. 9 a.m.

Salem United Methodist Church 4145 Forest Inn Rd. Aquashicola, 610826-4464. Worship 11 a.m S.S. 9:30 a.m., Fellowship 10:30 a.m.

Salem United Methodist Church 4019 Main St. Slatedale, 610-767-5632.

Worship 9 a.m. Sun. Prayer Time & Singing 8:45 a.m.

St. John’s Episcopal 365 Lafayette Ave. Palmerton, 610-826-2611 Sun. 8 and 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist.

Slatington Baptist Church 509 Main St., Slatington, 610-767-6276.

Worship 10:45 a.m. S.S. 9:30 a.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church 40 S. 2nd St. Slatington, 610-767-6361 Worship 8:00 & 10:15 a.m. Nursery S.S. 9:00 a.m.

St. John’s U.C.C. 891 Columbia Ave. Palmerton, 610-8262050. Worship 10 a.m. S.S. 9 a.m. HA. St. John’s UCC 1415 Rising Sun Rd. Laurys Station,610-262-8061 Worship 10:15 a.m.

S.S. 9 am. HA. St. John’s UCC 15 S. 2nd St., Slatington 610-767-5554.

Worship: 9 A.M. Nursery available, H A St. John’s UCC of Howertown, 22 Atlas Rd., Northampton, 610-2628666 Worship 8 & 10:15 AM S.S. 9 AM. Nursery, HA

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Church Directory St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church 222 Church St., Lehighton 610-377-2972 Worship 9:00AM SS 10:30AM

The Church of God in Palmerton 320 Delaware Ave. Palmerton, 610-8264972.

Worship 10:15 a.m.

Walnutport Seventh-Day Adventist Church 227 Willow Rd. and Rt. 145, 610-767-8939, Worship 9:45am. Sabbath School 11:00am.

St. Nicholas R.C. Route 946, Berlinsville, 610-767-3107. Mass daily at 8:30 a.m. Mass Sat Evening 4:30.

Sun 8, 9:30, and 11 a.m

Trinity EC Church 4647 Lehigh Dr. Berlinsville 610-767-1167.

Worship 9 a.m., S.S. 10 a.m.

Whitehall Mennonite Church 4138 Wilson St. Egypt, 610-262-1270.

Worship 10 a.m. S.S. 9 a.m. Nursery

Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church 207 2nd St., Slatington. 610-760-2090 Worship 10 a.m.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church 1904 Main St, Northampton, 610-262-6636 SS 9 a.m. W 10:30 a.m. Nursery

St. Paul’s UCC of Indianland, 787 Almond Rd. Cherryville, 610-767-5751.

Worship at 10:15am S.S. 9am. Nursery, HA. St. Paul’s UCC 19th & Lincoln Ave., Northampton, 610261-2910.

Sun. – 9:30 a.m.

St. Peter’s UCC 8142 Valley View Rd., Northampton, PA. 610-837-7426. Worship 10:15 a.m. S.S. 9 a.m. HA

Union Lutheran Church 5500 Rt. 873, Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 Worship 8 & 10:45 a.m. Nursery, S.S. 9:15 a.m. HA. Rejoicing Spirits non-denominational worship & fellowship for people with disabilities. 4th Sunday of every month.

St. Peter’s United Methodist Church 7860 Center St., Emerald, 610.767.6233.

United Presbyterian Church of Slatington 6750 Route 873, Slatington, 610-767-8113, Worship 9am,10:30am Nursery, SS -9am HA

St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church 106 Delaware Ave., Palmerton, 610-8262359 Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m. Sunday

Union United Church of Christ 5550 Rte. 873, Neffs, 610-767-6961 Worship 8 & 10:30 am, Children Church 10:30, Nursery, HA

Zion UCC 2nd & Iron Sts Lehighton. 610-377-1191 Worship 8:15 a.m. S.S. 9:00 a.m.

Zion’s Stone UCC, 51 Church Rd., Northampton 610-262-1133 Worship 10:15 a.m. SS 9:00 a.m.

Zion Wesleyan Church 2459 East Scenic Dr.Bath, 610-837-8469 Worship 10:30a.m. S.S. 9:30a.m.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church 1904 Main St Northampton, 610-262-6636 S.S. 9 a.m.Worship 10:30 a.m.Nursery * Please send your summer updates to askus@ townandcountrygazette.com

Spread The Good Word St. John Neumann Regional School

St. John Neumann Regional School held its Inaugural Chess Championship on April 28.

Participants were Samuel Arnold of Northampton, Jonathan Hillanbrand of Lehighton, and Wyatt Trantham of Slatington.

The championship was a “double elimination” in which two losses would result in elimination from the remainder of the tournament. The opening match had Wyatt playing black against Jonathan’s white with Wyatt winning. The second match was won by Wyatt also this time playing white against Sam’s black.

Sam and Jonathan played each other next each having one loss, Jonathan prevailed and Sam was eliminated from the championship round. In the Championship round Wyatt once again faced Jonathan and came out the winner.

A final match between Sam and Jonathan resulted in victory for Sam. That left Sam and Jonathan each with one win and two losses, therefore they were co-recipients of second place in the championship.

Peter Kern the Chess Club Mentor had this to say about the Chess Club and players. “Each player is to be congratulated for mastery of the game and for adherence to the highest standards of sportsmanship”.

St. John’s Nursery School

St. John's Nursery School 22 Atlas Road, Northampton is now registering for the 2011-2012 school year.

The 3-year old class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 - 11:30 AM, The 4-year old class meets Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays from 9:00 - 11:30 AM. For more information call the church at (610)- 262- 8307 or Jane Litwin at (610)- 261-1289.

Bethany Wesleyan Church

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Spread The Good Word Continued from Page 39

and learn how God created you unique and special. Lots of games, hayrides, tasty snacks and so much more!

Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville, PA. For more information on the church, call the office at 610 767-1239 or log onto www.bethanywes.org.

HAM & FRESH CORN PIE Saturday, July 16, 2011 HEIDELBERG UNION CHURCH

Church & Irvin Roads, Saegersville Area Adults $11.00 , Children ages (4 to 10 ) $6.00, 3 & Under – Free Limited Seating at 4:00pm & 6:00pm

For Tickets: 610-767-5351 or 610-767-6557

Indianland Garden Club The next meeting of the garden club will be the annual picnic for the members. The picnic will be held at Hope Lutheran Church. It will begin at 5:30 p.m. on July 19. For those members who did not sign up for the picnic, please call Cindi in order to know how many will attend.

Members may bring specimens, shrubs and plants to be judged. Specimens include: marigold, zinnia, petunias, daisy, gladiolas, herbs and wildflowers. You may bring a rare or unusual potted plant and/or fruits and vegetables. Members are reminded to not pick any endangered species.

Artistic designs include: Christmas in July your own interpretation using red and green materials; Ocean Breezes - a motion arrangement using an item from the seashore for container or accessory; and Bang - an abstract design, your own interpretation.

For more information regarding the garden club, please call 610-767-5685.

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Our family, now in its second generation, has been proudly serving your family in the Northern Lehigh and surrounding area’s since 1954.

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HOW TO USE OUR CLASSIFIED SECTION:

1. Mail your ads, with a check for $6 per ad (up to 30 words per ad), to T&C Gazette, 4685 Lehigh Drive, Walnutport, PA 18088, or 2. Call in your ad to 610-767-9600 any weekday from 9 to 12 OR fax anytime to 610-767-9612.

Each additional word, per ad, is 25 cents.

NOTICE TO CLASSIFIED ADVERTISERS: ALL CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID FOR BEFORE PUBLICATION. This means you must send your payment with your ad when placed by mail, pay for your ad when placed in person at the office, or mail your payment to reach our office before we go to print it your ad was faxed or called in. If payment is not received BEFORE press time, your ad will NOT be included in that edition of the Gazette.

Classifieds FOR RENT

Apartment-Slatington New 2 BR, NO Pets, W/S/G Included. $550+ utilities, security required. 610-390-8691 (12/15) TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C. $770 no dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo) 610-759-0169 (7/21) TOWNHOUSE 3 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C. $840 no dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo) 610-759-0169. (7/21) Fine Lodging, Slatington.

Clean, Safe, Quiet, Nicely furnished rooms, $90-$150 per week. Private and shared bathroom. Furnished apartments $150-$200 per week. All units have color TV, HBO, fridge, M/W, all utilities included, parking available, owner-occupied units. Shown by appointments only. Call 610-760-0700 (12/15) FOR RENT Treichlers 2 bedroom half double, newly remodeled, 1 1/2 baths, laundry hook-up, water & sewage included, large yard, pets at landlord’s discretion, references and proof of income required. $775/mo. 610-262-1144 (7/7) Two 2 BR Country Apts near Slatington 2nd floor, no pets.

1st Floor $720/month, 3rd Floor $625/month + security dep. includes WSG & Cable TV. Call 610-767-8529 (8/18) Slatington Area - 2 Bedroom apt. heat, water, sewage includ-

ed - garage, W/D hookup, A/C, No Pets, $800 a month - Sec - 1 month. Call 610-767-6843 (7/7)

FOR SALE Lumber for Sale oak cherry hickory black walnut ash kiln dried or fresh cut. Portable sawmill service. Firewood and slabwood. Trailer decking, sideboards, beams, flooring, wallboards, skid loader service, rollback service, tree service.

Greg 484 221 1924. (7/7) Heisler’s Battery Outlet We carry all kinds of batteriesfactory 1sts and 2nds. Auto batteries starting at $39.95.

Chainsaws sharpened, new chains by the foot. 3248 Love Road, Northampton. 610-2628703 (12/15) PARTY TENTS FOR RENT OR SALE WE DELIVER AND SET UP TABLES AND CHAIRS AVAILABLE ALL OUR TENTS. 610 776-6225 WWW.PARTYTENTSFORRENTBYMARTY. COM (9/15)

INSULATION BOARD 4'x8'x1.5", Unprinted foil faces, Great for control of temperature and condensation in pole buildings, sheds and barns, finishing basements, etc., Compare to P2000insulation.com, $15 each. 484-357-6320 (7/7) 13"x84"x1/2" INSULATION PANELS or SIDING UNDERLAYMENT, Brown kraft faces, 3K available, 100 for $23 (equals $1 if 4'x'8' or $3 per 100 sq. ft.)15"x84"x1/2" INSULATION PANELS, fit in stud walls, 850 available, 50 for $20 (equals $1.50 if 4'x8') 484-3576320 (7/7) Quick-Set Pool 16” x 42” with pump and ladder. Pd $199.00 asking $50.00, Used 1 Year. 610826-6465 (7/7) Dining Room Table and four chairs for sale. It is maple and from Ethan Allen. The table is 38" by 70" and extends to 100" with leaves. Protective pads included. Asking $150. Please call 610-760-9418 if interested.

(7/7)

AVON Interested in buying/ selling Avon. Buy products at demo prices, no inventory or minimum order needed. Tax Deductions Available. Visit my website: http://www.youravon. com/lsymons or call Lucia 610767-0896 (12/15)

22” Curtis Mathes TV $20, Emerson DVD Player $20, TV Stand $10, 6 pc. Corelle Dishes $15 O.B.O call 610-767-6487 (7/7)

AKC BOXER PUPPIES born 5/22/11 4 Males - 2 Females Deposits & Visits to be scheduled after 6-4-11 Visit http:// www.lehighvalleybff.webs.com E-mail - sarawea@yahoo.com Phone 1-610-304-4946 or 1-610767-9164 (7/21)

Buy it! Sell it!

Two Person Swing Heavy Construction, Canvas Top, Plus 2 Lawn Chairs. Asking $50 – 610-767-4941 (7/21)

Find it!

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Gun Cabinet Holds 12 Guns $125 Mobile Home Furnace, oil, hot air - $200 Dan 610-767-8294 (7/7) TELEVISION/UPRIGHT ORGAN; RCA XL1000 color TV in wood cabinet $6.00, Lowery Upright Electric Organ wood frame with pedestal legs and integrated Bell & Howell cassette recorder $6.00 Call 610767-4362 (7/7)

HELP WANTED Dynamic, Energetic Account Executives for Innovative Designs & Publishing Publications. Innovative Designs & Publishing is looking for an Account Executive to join our team in our Walnutport office.

P/T includes inside and outside sales - will train. Please send resume and salary requirements to apply@idpcreative.com.

MAXIMUM CARE is seeking a CNA/Home Health Aid in Walnutport, Slatington and surrounding area. Bilingual a plus, Flexible Schedule FT/PT hours available 610-264-2353 EOE (8/18) CDL Driver This position is responsible for operating the Company’s vehicles safely and in compliance with laws, regulations and permits. A CDL Driver is also responsible for monitoring the condition and maintenance of the vehicles.

We are looking to add to our team at our Walnutport, PA facility. We offer competitive pay, benefits, vacation and a 401(k) plan. This position is located in a fast paced environment.

Preferred candidate would have: - 5 years’ experience Valid driver’s license (CDL a must) - Must have the ability to perform physical requirements of CDL driver; must supply a valid medical examiner’s certificate Please apply to jobs@ iswaste.com or visit the location in person at the below address: Interstate Waste Services of the Lehigh Valley 4816 Timberline Rd Walnutport, PA 18088 Inter-

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state Waste Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment. (7/7) Deregulation of Electricity: LOWER YOUR ELECTRIC BILL AND/OR EARN INCOME AS AN INDEPENDENT REPRESENTATIVE FOR STREAM ENERGY. TO LEARN MORE CALL 973-216-9584 Attend my free business presentation in Jim Thorpe. (7/7) Lehigh Township Board Openings The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors are looking for Lehigh Township residents who are interested in serving on the Planning Commission which meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. These meetings are held in the Municipal Building.

Please send a letter of interest to Lehigh Township, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088 by August 5, 2011.

Anyone with questions, please call 610-767-6771. (7/7)

WANTED Wanted unwanted lawn mowers: riding, push, rototillers & snow blowers. Go-carts & Minibikes. DEAD OR ALIVE. Call Al 610-767-9077 or 484-358-3718.

Free Pick Up. (8/18) GUNS GUNS GUNS Paying Top Prices From One Gun to 1,000. We Buy New And Used Firearms A.F. BOYER HARDWARE & GUNS 610-767-3162 (12/15) Antiques Wanted Old furniture, quilts, toys, rugs, dishes, birth certificates, baskets, holiday decorations, prints, frames, photos, postcards, jewelry, old advertising items, sports items, slates items. Dave Irons Antiques, 223 Covered Bridge Road (Kreidersville), Northampton. 610-262-9335 (12/15) Wanted All Types of Unwanted Metal Household Appliances,

Air Conditioners, Car Parts, Lawn Tractors, ATV, Motorcycles, Mobile homes, furnaces, metal buildings, structures, equipment. Residential, Commercial No Job to big. Cell (610) 751-9251 Jerry anytime (8/18) PINBALL MACHINES OLDER GUM BALL AND CANDY MACHINES, PENNY ARCADE & ANY OLDER COIN OPERATED MACHINES CASH PAID CALL DARYL 610-767-9135 (12/15) WANTED! YOUR USED GUNS OR GUN PARTS!!!

Any Condition: Good, Not so Good, or Even Plain Old Junk!!

We buy, sell, trade and repair guns. PRECISION ARMAMENTS 7141 Rte. 873, Slatington PA 18080. 610-767-9046 (12/15) Farmers Market Vendors Wanted. The Bath Farmers Market, runs May through September at Keystone Park in Bath. Currently looking for Vendors for the 2011 season.

Full and Half Season available.

Please visit our website at www. bathfarmersmarket.org for more information, and applications. FMI contact Mary Kositz 610-837-6729 or Fiona Adamsky 610-618-9437. (1/27-9/15) WANTED: VINTAGE BASEBALL CARDS Paying top $ for tobacco cards, 1948-1952 Bowman, 1952-75 Topps, etc. No collection too small Call Todd at T & L Sports 610-703-0790 (4/22/12) Crafters Needed 3rd annual Zion Wesleyan Church craft show Aug. 6, Rain or Shine.

Call Shannon Myers at 610-4385190. (7/7) Abzolute Enterprises- Antique Motercycles – always scouting for Indians, Harleys, BSA, Nortons, Triumphs, etc.

Also select Japanese Motocycles. All considered, preferably garage or barn kept & not running. 570-325-5727 (12/15)

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SERVICES AVAILABLE On The Mark Repairs Specializing in all types of small home repairs. Senior discount, free estimates, fully insured, reliable, honest service. Call Mark 610-248-6741 PA#17842 (12/15) TIMS 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 610767-5171. (12/15)

JUNK CAR REMOVAL Running or not. Cash paid for your junk Car, Van, or Pick-Up! Must have title and tires. (Cell) 610-509-9155 or (home) 610767-8760. (7/7) Travel Plans? Check out Slatington Assumption B.V.M. Church Travel Club’s Website: www.assumptiontravelclub. com to see what is offered. Or call John 610-767-3036. (7/21)

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ville. Baked Goods and Refreshments. Car Wash also on July 16th. (7/7) Walnutport - Annual community yard sale. Oak, Spruce, Willow, Cypress, Maple Streets. 2 Blocks from Kmart.

25+ houses, rain or shine. Sat, July 30, 8 am to 2 pm. Few on Fri. 7/29. Craft Supplies, FP School House, Freezer, Furniture and much more. (7/21)

BASKET RAFFLE

MUSIC LESSONS at STRIKE A CHORD MUSIC. We offer instruction on guitar, bass guitar, upright bass, drums, piano, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, flute, clarinet, cello, violin, viola, and voice. 610-760-7979 (7/21)

Team Cheery O's Basket Raffle Saturday, July 9, 2011 12 Noon to 6 PM Rain or Shine @ The Walnutport Canal Pavilion. Food, Entertainment, and Many Fantastic Baskets, $ Items for Raffle *All Proceeds benefit Autism Speaks (7/7)

PERSONALS

Don Hartwig Sharpening Service Knives and clippers, sharpen and restore hair shears, on-site sharpening available. Certified 1982. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington, 610767-9164 (12/15)

BANKRUPTCY Choose PA Bankruptcy Preparations, LLC and save $$! Chapter 7-$300 Chapter 13-$350 Rebeka Bernabe Certified Bankruptcy Petition Preparer 610-914-4933 www.pabankruptcypreparation.com No secured creditors, just credit card debt, the "Simple 7"-Only $150 with mention of ad! (7/7)

SAVE YOUR GAS - BINGO TRIPS Saturday August 27thTurning Stone Indian Bingo Casino $1,000 games $60 with $40 rebate. Sunday Afternoons - Mohegan Sun $23 with $40 rebate. 484-866-5708 L/M (7/7)

Experienced softball pitching coach offering private pitching lessons for all age groups and levels. Reasonable rates. Call (610)751-4810 or email HOCKML@lafayette.edu.

(7/21)

We Remove Junk! Attic Basements, Clean-outs, Appliances, Furniture, Construction Debris, Backyard Shed Tear-down, Swimming Pools, Old Hot Tubs etc. GO GREEN! Marth's Disposal 610-262-9021 or 610-8425684. (12/31/11)

GARAGE/YARD SALES

TREES BY DAVE & SON Takedowns, round overs, lot clearing, aerial life equipped.

Over 20 years experience. Fully Insured, FREE estimates. 610826-7487 Emergency Service 24-HRS. Call Dave's Cell 570657-1063. (12/15)

Red Cross Certified Babysitter looking for a summer babysitting position. Enjoys being with children. Reliable.

Call 610-760-9086 and ask for Becca. (7/7)

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PA Students Honored at SkillsUSA Students from Pennsylvania high school and college technical education programs won the nation's highest awards at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. Industry leaders representing over 1,100 businesses, corporations, trade associations and unions recognized the students for their demonstrated excellence in 94 hands-on occupational and leadership contests, such as robotics, criminal justice, aviation maintenance and public speaking.

All contests are designed, run and judged by industry using industry standards. The SkillsUSA Championships have been a premier event since 1967. Top student winners received gold, silver and bronze medallions. Many also received prizes such as tools of their trade and/or scholarships to further their careers and education. The SkillsUSA Championships is for high school and collegelevel students who are members of SkillsUSA. In addition, for the fifth year, high scorers in the contests received Skill Point Certificates. The Skill Point Certificate was awarded in 86 occupational and leadership areas to students who achieved a high score defined by industry. The Skill Point Certificates were introduced in 2007 as a

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"Over 5,600 students from every state in the nation came to compete in the SkillsUSA Championships this week," said SkillsUSA executive director Tim Lawrence. "This is the SkillsUSA partnership at its best. Students, instructors and industries are working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce and every student excels. These students prove that career and technical education expands opportunities."

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled work force. SkillsUSA serves more than 300,000 students and instructors annually and has served more than 10.5 million members since it's founding in 1965.

The organization has more than 17,000 sections and 54 state and territorial associations. For more information, visit www.skillsusa.org.

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The Rev. Roger Rinker traveled to earthquake-ravaged Haiti in September 2010 and again with his wife Nancy in January to assist Love a Child Ministry in an effort to build homes, a medical clinic and a food warehouse. The Rinkers helped Love a Child Ministries secure a home for 500 displaced families who were previously living in straw huts or tents.

Rev. Rinker who has worked and ministered in India, Honduras, Jamaica, Ecuador, Mexico and the Phillipines has never seen poverty as bad as it was in Haiti. There is still a long way to go to end the suffering in Haiti post-earthquake and cholera epidemic but one person can make a difference.

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Northern Valley Emergency Medical Services Many decades ago Emergency Medical Services could best be described as a “grab and go”. In the event of an emergency volunteers would race to the scene in an effort to collect the ill speeding to the hospital in the hopes that care would be administered in time. By today’s standards care is provided immediately at the scene and during the transport to the hospital. As a result our expectations are when we become emergently ill a modern day ambulance will arrive with all of the best tools and staff available. The end result has been an increase in the costs to provide care. Not only has equipment become more sophisticated and expensive but educational requirements, training requirements, staffing and a necessity to store vehicles and their medications in a climate controlled environment have affected expenses.

The average cost of an Advanced Life Support call is $875.00 and the average compensation received by the corps in the form of payment by Medicare $365.00, Medicaid $120.00 - $200.00 and private insurance can cover the entire bill to none of the bill.

NOVA is the not for profit primary Advance Life Support provider of Emergency Medical Services for the residents of North Whitehall Township, Washington Township, Slatington Borough, Walnutport Borough and parts of Lowhill Township staffed by 38 paid full and part time Emergency Medical Technicians, Paramedics and Pre Hospital Registered Nurses and 20 volunteers. NOVA provides cutting edge Emergency Medical Services over a geographical area serviced by 9 fire departments at an annual operating budget in excess of one million dollars.

Advanced Life Support crews respond to 911 calls on a 24 hour, 365 day per year basis from stations in Ormrod and Slatington ensuring a rapid response. Basic Life Support Crews are on duty during the evening and for special community events. In addition, NOVA operates a volunteer wheel chair van service providing non emergency transportation supplementing its ambulances.

There are several factors, working together, responsible for NOVA’s ability to provide care.

In early 1998 the Slatedale and North Whitehall Ambulance Corps combined their organizations to become the Northern Valley Emergency Medical Service. The new corporation, NOVA for short, was approved by the State in December 1997 and joint operations commenced on January 15, 1998. On June 1, 1999 NOVA and Slatington’s Community Ambulance Corps merged and

was recognized by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Consolidation is one of the most important factors, which have allowed NOVA to provide excellent care without suffering financial hardship or closure unlike many other corps in the State. This is tantamount since emergencies schedule themselves based upon when an emergency service provider is in or out of service.

A second and equally important factor to NOVA’s providing care is the level of cooperation from fire departments and level of support from the municipalities in which the corps serves. In the last decade expenses have risen, the effects of decreased volunteerism have become evident and compensation from Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance companies decreased sharply. The State of Pennsylvania requires that municipalities provide emergency medicals services. As a result, the Borough of Walnutport, the Borough of Slatington, Washington Township, and North Whitehall Township all provide the corps with financial and in kind support. Given recognized financial trends NOVA made the decision to consolidate further by selling its North Station on Dowell Street in Slatington further streamlining its budget. An invitation was extended from the Borough of Walnutport’s Diamond Fire Company and NOVA was graced with the capability of keeping an ambulance close to its northern tier. The Diamond Fire Company extended its quarters at no cost to the corps. A lease was signed as a formality and in kind NOVA made annual donations to the Diamond Fire Company’s annual truck fund. As time passed the Diamond Fire Company approached NOVA to discuss the possibility of the corps making monthly rental payments. At the same time the Borough of Slatington’s Fire Department Continued on Page 56

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Two For One Special at Blue Mountain Health Health Works Health & Wellness Center at Blue Mountain Health System will offer a Two For One, One-Month Membership Special throughout the month of July. Sign up with a friend anytime now through and July 31—two people must sign up at the same time—for the price of one membership.

The program is not open to currently active members.

Health Works offers a variety of plans, and cost varies depending on the plan you choose, so you will be charged the higher rate of the two rates if you each choose a different plan. The Two for One special offer is a bargain at any price! Exercising with a friend brings numerous benefits, including exercise motivation, spending social time with one another and bolstering commitment to a goal.

For more information about the Two For One Special, call Health Works at 570-386-8080 or visit the fitness center at the Carbon Plaza Mall, Route 443 in Lehighton.

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During the program and meeting, the judge, Linda Kortz was busy looking at the specimens and arrangements.

Winners of the flowers, shrubs, and other plant were: Joan Boccabella, Jan Charney, Claire Cook, John Cook, Helen Forshaw, Lois Frye, Sharon Jarrow, Tom Keefer, Martha Krautwald, Karen Landis, Marianne Lesher, Evanne Maher, Jane Roberts and Betty Tumpey. Winners in the “Wedding Bells” competition were: Joan Boccabella, Jan Charney, Evanne Maher, and Lois Frey. “Forever Roses” winner was Jane Roberts.

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Northern Valley Emergency Medical Services Continued from Page 50 extended a formal invitation to NOVA to house of mention. If a single municipality would incur its ambulance at its station. Since both Fire the cost of providing its own emergency medical Departments were already using their buildings services in order to comply with the State’s with fixed expenses regardless of whether or requirements the costs could reach the hundreds not the ambulance was would be housed inside of thousands of dollars annually. Assuming that the invitations extended to NOVA were made at the costs for a municipality to provide their own no additional cost creating a win win for NOVA, ambulance service was simply equal to that of the fire departments, the municipalities and operating a $350000 police force that municipality constituents. NOVA felt compelled to house is still receiving one million dollar emergency its ambulance in Slatington’s Fire Department medical service from NOVA; over 3 times that of without a monthly cost deciding so forever what they would pay for on their own. At current indebted to the Diamond Fire Company for levels of contributions municipalities that work blazing new levels of cooperation. Since that time with NOVA are providing their constituents NOVA has signed leases with the Slatington Fire with million dollar emergency medical service Department, updated its crew quarters, installed for 5-6% of the cost of a police force and 1-2% of internet access and contributed emergency NOVA’s entire operating budget! The compelling equipment and instruction for the Slatington Fire conclusion is that the municipalities that work with NOVA save hundreds of thousands of dollars department in kind.

These new levels of consolidation and per year annually when compared to having to cooperation have produced ingenious economies incur the cost of providing the service on their of scale resulting in savings for all concerned. The own which saves millions during the course cost savings which result from these economies of of a decade. The decision makers within the scale far exceed any opportunity cost one could municipalities and fire departments with whom contemplate and are perhaps the greatest success NOVA serves should be applauded for taking the necessary steps to far exceed the minimums required by the State of Pennsylvania, doing so at a fraction of the cost to their constituents using a corps that is a good steward in receipt of contributions ensuring responsible care is offered locally for years to come.

The final factors NOVA attributes to its ability DRIVEWAYS TO HIGHWAYS to provide care are its staff, volunteers and BEST QUALITY ALWAYS subscribers. NOVA would also like to thank all of those who help the corps strive to meet the modern day expectations of Emergency Medical Service. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact NOVA at its Business Office at (610)262-1075 or contact one of the members of its Board of Directors.

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The Palmerton Area Historical Society meeting on Momday, July 11 will be a field trip to the Jewish Synagogue in Lehighton. Members and guests should gather at the parking lot across from Hager Furniture before 6:30 p.m. to car-pool.

This is in place of the usual monthly meeting at the Palmerton Library.

The 12th annual Carbon County Fair located on Little Gap Road, Lehighton returns this year Wednesday, August 10 thru Sunday, August 14.

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Pe3 provides Energy Savings by reducing the power drawn from the utility by storing in its capacitors otherwise lost electricity caused by the inductive motors in the home. Some examples of inductive motors are air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, pool pumps, vacuum cleaners, furnace blower motors, fans, etc. The technology applied to Pe3 supplies that stored electricity back to inductive loads, thus causing decreased demand from the utility, thereby using less electricity. The process is called power factor optimization. Power Factor is the percentage of electricity delivered to a house and used effectively, compared to what is wasted. A 1.0 power factor means that all the electricity is being compared to what is wasted. A 1.0 power factor means that all the electricity is being used effectively for its purposed.

However, most homes in America today have a .77 power factor or less. This means that 77% of the electricity that is coming through the meter (home or business) is being used effectively. The other 23% is being wasted by your inductive load. With a low power factor, the utility has to deliver more electricity to do the same work.

Pe3 increases that power factor in most cases to .97 or .98, thus increasing the effective use of the electricity and lowering usage.

Equipment Protection

Pe3 provides Spike/Surge Suppression, a feature that protects appliances and electronics (TV’s, stereos, computers, DVR’s, security systems, wireless phones, florescent lamps, and other equipment) from voltage spikes can come from many different sources such as noisy equipment (like motors), power fluctuations, static electricity, and lighting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does PowerwoRx e3 work in any home? Yes, as long as you have a circuit breaker panel with breaker switches and not the old screw in type fuses, the unit will work on any single-phase electric application for homes. If you say “yes” to only two or more of the following then you could be saving a significant amount of money on your electric bill right now!

Is your home over 2,500 square feet? Is your central air conditioner or heat pump unit 3 years or older? Do you use an air conditioner regularly? Do you have a pool? Do you have a well? Hot tub or Jacuzzi? Is your washer/dryer not EnergyStar rated? Is your refrigerator/freezer not EnergyStar rated? Is your dishwasher not EnergyStar rated? Do you have more than one refrigerator or freezer? Is your forced air furnace 3 years or older? Do you have a number of appliances in your home?

Will Pe3 affect any of my appliances and their normal use? If anything, your motors will run about 10% cooler, which is good for a motor because heat is the enemy of a motor.

Is Pe3 tested and approved by independent labs? Yes, the Pe3 is UL listed and tested. Also, the technology is recognized by the US Department of Energy.

PowerwoRx-e3 is a unique application of proven technologies. It provides your home or business with the electrical power conditioned capabilities previously available only to the largest facilities and installations.

Pe3 is easy to install and provides immediate benefits. It provides power factor correction, surge and spike suppression and noise reduction in one cost-effective and maintenance-free package.

Homes and businesses contain many electronic devices that are sensitive to surges. Nearby lightning can create an energy surge that enters your property and destroys valuable equipment. On a smaller scale, circuit noise (from hair dryers, vacuum cleaners, microwave ovens, etc.) effects the performance of audio systems, computers, home entertainment systems, and the picture clarity of TVs. Pe3 protects the customer’s property from all such power disruptions. At the same time, it saves energy on air conditioners, refrigerators, pumps, and fans. Pe3 improves equipment performance and prolongs equipment life.

Is Pe3 easy to install? We recommend installation by an electrician. The unit comes with complete installation instructions.

It installs in about 20-30 minutes.

How long with Pe3 last? It has a predicted lifespan of over 20 years.

SAVE $$ AND ENERGY BY WASHING YOUR LAUNDRY IN COLD WATER, WITH NO SOAP AND KILL 99.99% OF BACTERIA…& WASH WHITES WITH COLORS WITH NO COLOR BLEEDING.

The results are unbelievable. This system will eventually be as common as the microwave oven. Remember when the microwave first came out?

Everyone had their doubts it’s effectiveness, but most homes now have one. This cutting-edge technology in washing our laundry will become commonplace. Start saving $$, energy, and your precious time when doing your laundry. Call for details.

SAVE ENERGY IN HEAING & COOLING BY HAVING YOUR DUCTS CLEANED.

We employ a closed circuit TV camera system that lets you view your ducts before, during, and after the cleaning. The proof of our effectiveness is right before your eyes and guarantees our thorough results.

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Moore Township Lioness Celebrate 25 Yrs of Service

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Chartered June 6th, 1986.

To help celebrate the anniversary, the Moore Township Lions Club purchased and gifted the ladies with a beautifully decorated and delicious 25th anniversary cake.

Lastly, there are still 10 charter members remaining in the club, of which eight attended the twenty-fifth anniversary Charter Night. They were Lionesses Sharon Dlugos, Grace Eckert, Daisy Iasiello, Lois Iasiello, Helen Kohler, Anne (Hans) Schweitzer, and Yvonne Transue. Incidentally, they are all still very active in all our fund raisers and activities.

Charter members present and holding their certificates are, seated left to right, Lionesses Daisy Iasiello, Yvonne Transue, Sharon Dlugos, Anne (Hans) Schweitzer and Helen Kohler. Standing, left to right, are Lionesses Kathy Dieter, Lois Iasiello and Grace Eckert. Not present are Lionesses Sandy Ressler and Geri Fahringer.

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The Moore Township Lions and Lioness Clubs held their joint Charter Night dinner and induction of officers on Wednesday, June 8, at the Petersville Rod and Gun Club social hall. Moore Township Lions President Dellie Iasiello presided with the assistance of Lioness President Peggy Derhammer. Lions Past District Governor Tom Dieter was present and installed the new officers.

This special night is also the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Moore Township Lioness Club which was officially chartered on June 6, 1986, with 25 members, at a Charter Night dinner in the Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company social hall. At that time, Lions District Governor Curt Krause presented a Certificate of Organization and Lioness Extension Chairman Robert Reichard introduced the new Lionesses into Lionism. Soon after, the Charter officers were installed by Lions District Governor Kurt and were as follows: President Kathy Dieter, Vice President Debbie Lack, Secretary Sandy Ressler, Treasurer Lois Iasiello, Directors Yvonne Transue, Daisy Iasiello and Betty Kemmerle, as well as Tail Twister Mary Ann Roth and Lioness Tamer Lorraine Hujcs.

To commemorate their 25th anniversary, Lioness President Peggy Derhammer read a proclamation and presented each Charter Member present with a framed ‘SILVER CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE’ which stated: May it be known that (name) a founding Charter Member of the Lioness Club of Moore Township is dually recognized for her 25 years of service and dedication to her club, community and Lionism worldwide. As an expression of appreciation the Lioness Club of Moore Township presents this certificate so dated June 6, 2011, Moore Township Lioness Club,

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Advertiser’s Index Ace’s Repair and Fix It Shop..............................47 Amey’s Clean Rite Septic Cleaning.................................48 Amey’s Garage, Inc................2 Andrejack’s General Contracting, Inc....................58 B. Biechy Construction Company................................54 B’s Hive.....................................2 Becker Homes.......................54 Bellview Pump......................47 Bensing, George G. Funeral Home, Inc................34 Bethany Wesleyan.... 39, 40, 41 Birthday Coupon..................12 Blue Mountain Construction, Inc..................54 Blue Mountain Drive in Family Rest............................15 Blue Mountain Evergreen, Inc.......................59 Blue Mountain Health System.......................23 Blue Mountain Ski Area........9 Blue Ridge Auto Service & Tire........................64 Bouncing in the Poconos.....12 Boyer, AF - Hardware..........28 Burkholder’s..........................51 Bus Stop Flea Market...........62 C&D Landscaping................60 C&R Computer.....................49 Campton Funeral.................31 Carl’s Service Center...........51 Charles H. Mantz, Inc..........49 Cherryville Service Center.....................................64 Clean Sweep.............. 26, 47, 61 Connie Mack Baseball.........35 Country Clippers Pet Grooming........................17 Country Harmony.................23 Crystal Vision Center............22 Debbie Miller’s Beauty Corner.....................................32 D+S Auto Sales.....................33 Diane & Fred’s Leather Shop........................................28 Diehl’s Lawn Service...........55 D-ville Dumpsters................47 Eberhardt Motors...................7 Edgemont Acres Drive-In...12 Family Practice......................22 Feig, Dr. Alex I., DDS...........22

Franklin Twp. Fire Co...........10 Frey & Co.................................4 G.D. Shupp Home Repairs.......................57 Good Eye................................21 Green Wood Nursery..........55 Gypsy Rose............................17 Hankee & Son, Eugene.......49 Harding Funeral Home.......41 Hassler Roofing Inc..............53 Heidelberg Union Church.. 40 Henry’s Service Station.......46 Herritt’s Pest Control.............2 ISG..........................................36 Jack Follweiler’s Garage......49 Jason Hankee Plumbing......47 Kern’s Outdoor Power Equipment.............................49 Kuhns Fam. Chiropractic....23 Larry’s Antiques...................27 Latshaw’s Excavating...........54 Lehigh Valley Bluegrass.......15 Lehigh Valley Spinal Care Center........................... 32 & 33 Lighthouse Grille...................5 Lincoln Manor Apartments............................32 Linda’s Country Catering...10 Livengood Excavators Inc...56 Liza's House Assisted Living......................................52 Lorah’s Truck & Tractor Pulls........................................16 LoveLight House, Inc...........36 LT Country Garden..............13 Luv Ur Kar.............................46 Mack’s Tree Service..............57 Mel Fritz Construction........57 Messinger, Don A. - Painting and Wallpapering.................54 Mike Taras DMD LLC............3 Miller, Ruth M. Notary/Insurance...................6 Mint Home Improvements.......................57 Mountain Mattress...............29 Myers Contracting...............54 Myster Tree & Shrub Service....................................57 Nancy's Therapeutic Massage....................................2 Neff’s Masonry.....................54 Newhard Pharmacy.............25

Northampton Community Days........................................11 Northampton VFW Catering Service......................................8 Northern Lehigh Insurance & Notary.................................28 Nu-Finish...............................46 Painting & Papering by Robert J. Marlatt...................57 Patty Brosky’s Beauty Salon...6 Paxton Computing Services..................................47 Precision Armaments............4 PSA (Pete Coughlin)............55 Rack-N-Reel..........................26 Richard B. Ryon Insurance...............................34 Rinker’s/Rack ‘em up...........13 Ron Biechy Roofing & Siding.................................58 Ron Mitchell Well Drilling......58 Roosevelt Dem. Club.......11, 13 Roscoe Snyder Insurance...18, 31 Rover Make Over.................17 Silfies Fuel, LLC....................47 Slatington Beverage Inc......13 Slatington Diner...................14 Slatington Skeet Assoc........12 Smokin’ Bandits....................11 St. John Neumann................39 Stress Relief Center.............23 Summer Mountain Custom Homes......................................5 Sunrays Pit Bull Rescue......18 Susan C. Schneck Notary Public........................56 T.J. Uhnak...............................57 The Village at Palmerton.....52 Thomson's Meat Market.....36 TK&J.......................................31 Trees by Dave & Son............57 Veterans Discount Oil, LLC..................................59 W. Neff Auto Sales & Service....................................49 Walnutport Family Eye Care & Optical Boutique..............25 Wesley Enhanced Living......24 Yenser’s Windows & Doors......................................54 Yons Construction................58 Zion Stone U.C.C..................41

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