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FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK Danielle S. Tepper Our annual Family Business edition is here, which means it’s time for you to rifle through our pages to find your friends and neighbors and make a mental note to support their endeavors this month. Whether that means visiting a local barber or enjoying a meal at a modest diner instead of giving your money to chain corporations, take the time to seek out the people doing their best to provide for your community. We’ve always been appreciative of the smaller organizations in the area because they keep the Gazette alive. Our loyal advertisers are the reason we’re able to keep this publication free for you, our readers, so we thank them and we thank you for supporting your community by visiting their
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establishments and picking up our paper. If you’d like to join us in spreading the word about your restaurant, shop, service, or event, please contact us via email at news@townandcountrygazette. com. We’d be more than happy to help you get started. CALLING ALL ANIMAL LOVERS: Our next edition is our second annual “Animal Advocacy” issue. If your business caters to our furry friends in any way, you’ll receive a special advertising discount. Call us ASAP at 610-767-9600 for details. Enjoy the sunshine, Danielle
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Slatington Library News Submitted by LOUISE BECHTEL
The library’s book club is reading A Week In Winter by Maeve Binchy. There are copies available at the library. The book club will next meet on Monday, July 11 at 1 p.m. The library is planning a summer reading incentive for children. A raffle ticket will be awarded for every 10 books read over the summer period and at the end of the summer, two tickets will be drawn and the winners will each receive a $25 gift card to Barnes & Noble. The library is in the midst of its annual fund drive. Please consider a donation to the library. Any amount is greatly appreciated. The library’s Chinese Auction is scheduled for Friday, September 23 at the Diamond Fire Co. Social
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Hall. We are looking for donations of handcrafted items, gift certificates, and gift baskets with a value of approximately $20. This fundraiser helps pay for the day-to-day expenses of the library. If you are able to donate one of these items, they can be dropped off at the library. The topic for the Diabetes lecture for the month of June is “Diabetes: It’s Complicated.”The lecture will be given Wednesday, June 22 at 1 p.m. at the library. Library hours are Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; closed Thursday and Sunday. Contact us at 610-767-6461. For all Slatington Library information, visit www. slatelibrary.com.
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Children’s Summer Reading will include a visit from Sciencetellers Thursday, June 30 at 6 p.m. and regular programming begins July 5 for children age 10 months to 5th grade (completed). Teen Summer Reading begins June 27 and will continue with a special program each Monday. Programs include Smoothies, Life-Sized Clue, Life Hacks, Cord Bracelets, NAPL Cholcolate Olympics, Scavenger Hunt, and End of Summer Dance Party. Adult Summer Reading includes a Walking Group, the informational intake meeting to be held Thursday, June 9 at 6 p.m. A Nutrition and Healthy Living Program will be held Thursday, June 23 at 6 p.m. to be presented by Dr. Kaitlyn Connors. Adult Game Night will be held Wednesday, June 29 at 6:30 p.m. and more programs to come in July and August. A program for teens on Interview Skills will take place June 18 at 10 a.m. Teens will learn tips on the dos and don’ts of interviewing so they can land that summer job. The library will hold half hour appointment slots on Saturday, July 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Interview Skills and Resume Review for adults. During this time, you can have a mock interview and resume review with a local HR representative. Please sign up in advance for this free service. The library will hold a Social Security Seminar
on Tuesday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m., presented by Paul Stocker. Please sign up for this free event by contacting the library. For more information on any library programming, please call the library at 610-262-7537.
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MEET THE STAFF What stands out in your mind as your favorite childhood summer memory? Without a doubt, our one week a year spent at Lake George, N.Y. We went every summer when I was growing up. I haven’t been there in over 16 years now, but everything from the scent of the charcoal grills to the sound of the Minne Ha Ha chugging past the mini golf course are still crystal clear in my head. Danielle Tepper, Editor
One of my favorite childhood summer memories is having a "bedtime snack" together with our neighbor's children. After we kids had our baths and put our jammies on, we'd have a snack at either's house, which meant the parents would wind up talking, which meant a much later bedtime for us all! Christine Stroh, Account Executive
I always enjoyed lying around my house watching classic old TV shows like Gilligan’s Island, Batman, and Star Trek. Tony Pisco, Art Director
Having lemonade/Kool-Aid stands with my sister, endless Barbie playing, creating a rendition of Grease with my sister and the neighborhood children, walking to the pool, rollerblading out front, and time spent with Emily, our cocker spaniel at the time. Catherine Stroh, Publishing Assistant
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13th Annual Wine On The Mountain Wine Festival Returns Submitted by TRACEY WERNER
The annual Wine on the Mountain Wine Festival features wine samples and sales from eight Lehigh Valley wineries, local artisans selling wine-related arts and crafts, and light fare available for purchase, as well as live music both days. It is a rain-or-shine event held inside Penn’s Peak (325 Maury Rd. in Jim Thorpe) in air-conditioned comfort Saturday, July 23 and Sunday, July 24 from 12 to 5 p.m. both days. Advance tickets are now on sale online only: www. eventbrite.com/e/wine-on-the-mountain-by-thelehigh-valley-wine-trail-tickets-25609026287.
Advance tickets are $25 on Saturday and $20 on Sunday. Tickets at the door the weekend of the event are $30 on Saturday and $25 on Sunday. Only 1,000 tickets will be sold for each day of the event and advance ticket sales will end when that number is reached. Wine on the Mountain is an adults-only event. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Participating wineries include Amore, Blue Mountain, Clover Hill, Franklin Hill, Galen Glen, Pinnacle Ridge, Tolino, and Vynecrest. For more info, visit www.lehighvalleywinetrail.com/events/ wine-on-the-mountain.
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“Growing Up Smith” To Open The 2016 SouthSide Film Festival Submitted by PATTIE GIORDANI
“Growing Up Smith” (fka “Good Ol’ Boy”), a coming-of-age comedy about an Indian family moving to the United States with hopes of living the American Dream, has been selected by the SouthSide Film Festival as this year’s opening night film. Inspired by true events, the film follows the story of Smith, 10 years old when his family moves to the United States in 1979. He falls head-over-heels for the girl next door, but his desire to become a “good ol’ boy” drives him further away from his family’s ideals than ever before.“Growing Up Smith” is a tribute to childhood heroes, first love, and growing up in small-town America. “Growing Up Smith” stars Jason Lee, Anjul Nigram, Brighton Sharbino (“The Walking Dead”), Roni Akurati, Hilarie Burton, Pooma Jagannathan, Shoba Narayanan and Samrat Chakrabarti. The film has already won numerous awards: Jury Award at the 2016 Garden State Film Festival, Comcast Narrative Jury Award for Best Feature at 2016 CAMMFest, Audience Award at the 2015 Woodstock Film Festival and Best of the Fest at the 2015 Seattle International Film Festival.
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Five Local Chefs At Molinari’s Fundraiser Submitted by PATTIE GIORDANI
For the fourth year in a row, Molinari’s is hosting an evening of gastronomical delights as five local chefs work together to bring diners a unique experience. The evening begins with a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres prepared by all the chefs at 6 p.m. Monday, June 13 at Molinari’s (322 E. Third St. in Bethlehem). Participating chefs this year are Stephen Yeager, executive chef, Ye Olde Limeport Inn and The Jamison Publick House; Tim Widrick, executive chef, Edge Restaurant; Dom Lombardo, owner/ executive chef, TheMINT Gastropub; Stacey Emenecker, bakery manager, Vegan Treats; and Geo Dodig, executive chef, Molinari’s.
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In addition to hors d’oeuvres, the chefs each prepare one course. Lee Minnucci, general manager/ certified sommelier at Molinari’s will pair each course with a wine from South Italy Imports, which also generously donates the wine. Tickets are $125 per person, including tax and gratuity. Half of the ticket goes directly to the SouthSide Film Festival. Local foodies are in the know about this special dinner, so it sells out quickly. To purchase tickets, visit www.molinarimangia.com/social. For more information about Molinari’s, visit molinarimangia. com/about-us.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR MONDAY, JULY 4 • "The Annual Heritage Program" at the Baptist Church at 10 a.m. Warm-up at 9:15 a.m. Rehearsals held Tuesdays and Thursdays in June at 7 p.m. Call 610-767-8337 or email amm.ajm@verizon.net for more info.
MONDAY, JULY 11—FRIDAY, JULY 15 • Backyard Round-Up Vacation Bible School, 6-8:30 p.m. at Egypt Community Church, 4129 Church St. in Whitehall. Singing, Bible stories, crafts, skits, games, and lots of fun for kids ages 3-12. Register by July 8 by calling 610-262-4961 or visiting www.egyptcc.org.
MONDAY, JULY 18—FRIDAY, JULY 22 • Deep Sea Discovery Vacation Bible School, 9 a.m. to noon, Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, 3940 Mountain Rd. in Slatington. Contact Kelsey Knittle at 610-767-9680 for more info.
MONDAYS • Book Club, Palmerton Library (3rd Monday), 12-1:15 p.m. • Knitting Club, Palmerton Library (1st Monday), 6-8 p.m. • Knitting for Veterans, Bath Legion, 6-9 p.m. • TOPS, Dinkey Church, Ashfield, 5:30 p.m. 610-852-2976. • Competitive Co-ed Volleyball (ages 15 and up), Bethany Wesleyan gym, 6:30 p.m. 610-767-1239. • Al-Anon Family Group/Serenity 10
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TUESDAYS • TOPS, Zion UCC, Lehighton. 4:30 p.m. 610-657-1025. • ALATEEN support group for teens of family struggling w/ alcohol. Faith Alive Church, Palmerton/Bowmanstown, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Al-Anon and AA meetings, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 570-730-8601. • Senior Strength and balance class, Northampton Borough Rec. Center. 1-1:45 p.m. Free with Silver Sneakers. 610-5022990 or reccenter@rcn.com.
WEDNESDAYS • Preschool story hour, Slatington Library, 11 a.m. • Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Library 6-8 p.m. 610-760-0207. • Alzheimer’s Support Group (1st & 3rd), St. John’s Lutheran Church, Jim Thorpe. 6:30 p.m. 610-392-2380. • Homework Helpers, Palmerton Library, 3-4:30 p.m. 610-8264962. • Nar-Anon Meetings, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 696 Johnson Rd. Nazareth, 7:30 p.m.
• Polka, Laurel Fire Co. (3rd & 4th), 5-7 p.m. 610-262-2077. • Rotary Club of Slatington meeting, Woodstone Country Club, 6:15 p.m. 484-951-2468. • Al-Anon Family Group, St. John’s UCC in Palmerton, 7-8 p.m. 570-861-4928. • American Legion Aux. of Slatington at Legion (1st), 7:30 p.m. 610-760-1098. • PA German Friends meeting (3rd), St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Allentown, 7 p.m. 610-7677140. • GriefShare, 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lehighton. 570-386-9960.
FRIDAYS • Preschool Story Hour, Palmerton Library, 10:30 a.m. • Mom, Pop, and Tot class, 10-11 a.m. Northampton Rec. Center. Toddler based activities/group activities. 610-502-2990 or reccenter@rcn.com.
SATURDAYS • 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. 610-760-9009.
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THURSDAYS • Good Shepherd Church of Slatington playgroup (1st & 3rd), 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5. 610-760-1687. • Schnecksville Sr. Citizens Club, 12 p.m. at Schnecksville Fire Co. 610-769-7570.
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Team Northampton Did It Again Submitted by KRISTA AMBROSINO
Members of the Northampton Senior Center participated in the county-run Senior Games, held at the Slate Belt Center in Bangor Friday, June 3. More than 130 seniors attended from various locations within the county. Assistance of center directors and many volunteers created a day filled
with activities, lunch, dancing, and of course followed by the presentation of medals. Sporting our new T-shirts and looking great, Northampton brought home a total of 41 medals. Go team! Area adults 60 and older are welcome. For more info, contact Krista Ambrosino at 610-262-4977.
Steckel and Stopp Attorney is Guest on National Public Radio Recently the Senior Partner of Steckel and Stopp, Attorneys-at-Law, Charles W. Stopp, was a guest on the local National Public Radio affiliate WDIY in Bethlehem. Attorney Stopp was invited to be the guest of Laurie Siebert, CPA CFP on the program: “Your Financial Choices”. The subject of the presentation involved various deed and trust arrangements and how such arrangements can be employed to meet the client’s needs to protect and preserve assets and to transmit assets on to beneficiaries and/or members of a younger generation in a tax efficient manner. A number of ways to limit realty transfer taxes and inheritance taxes as well as capital gains taxes were discussed during this session. Other topics presented involved the use of Elder Law/Asset Protection Trusts to protect assets against creditors including certain skilled nursing home related costs. Part of the discussion involved Conservation Easements either by way of donation to qualified charities such as the Wildland’s Conservancy and/or transfers under the auspices of the various county agricultural protection agencies including the Lehigh County Agricultural Preservation Agency. This was the third time that Attorney Stopp appeared as a guest on National Public Radio. Steckel and Stopp is a local law firm with offices at Main Street and Walnut Street, Slatington; Schnecksville and Northampton and has been serving the estate planning, asset protection and elder law needs of the Lehigh Valley area for over 68 years. JUNE 16, 2016 || townandcountrygazette.com
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Second Harvest Food Bank To Launch Fresh Milk Program Submitted by BRIANA McGONAGLE
Milk is one of the items most requested by food bank participants, yet there is a nationwide shortage because it is rarely donated. Milk is commonly considered to be a one-stopshop for vitamin and nutrient consumption, especially for children. Thanks to Fill a Glass with Hope, a new statewide initiative, Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania will be able to provide fresh milk to families in need. During this pilot year, Second Harvest plans to make at least 75,000 half gallons of fresh milk available to agencies within its network. Join Second Harvest on June 21 in its new 65,000 square foot facility (6969 Silver Crest Road in Nazareth), as it launches this innovative fresh milk program Tuesday, June 21 at 11 a.m. Paul Lynch, Director of Second Harvest, will provide an
overview of the program and the anticipated impact it will make in the community. Guest speakers include Deputy Secretary Hannah SmithBrubaker of the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture; Executive Director Jane ClementsSmith of Feeding Pennsylvania; Paula A. Johnson of Northeast Ministry, a member agency of Second Harvest; and John Pierce of Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms, which will provide milk to Second Harvest at a discounted price through this public-private partnership. Tours of the new warehouse will be provided following the program. Fill a Glass with Hope, the first statewide charitable fresh milk program, is a collaborative partnership among Feeding Pennsylvania, MidAtlantic Dairy Association, Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program and Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association. Pennsylvania’s Dairy industry is committed to providing fresh milk to families in need through Feeding Pennsylvania’s network of eight food banks, which serves more than two million people annually. Learn more at www. feedingpa.org/milk.
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LCCC Offers Free Program For New Students Submitted by DENISE REIFINGER
Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) is offering a new, free program for new or first-generation students, adult students returning to college, as well as anyone wanting to learn skills for academic success. The 2016 Summer Bridge program will be held Monday through Thursday, August 1-4 and 8-11, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with sessions offered at LCCC sites in Allentown, Tamaqua, and the main campus in Schnecksville. Students will learn tools that will help them succeed in college, beginning with an online assessment tool to explore different careers. LCCC’s Career Development Center will help students focus on their talents while increasing their knowledge, strategies and skills, in the areas of math and reading, to help the transition into college coursework.
To register, call Gloria Lowell at 610-799-1545 or email glowell@lccc.edu.
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Slatington Police Dedicate Station To Longest-Serving Chief By JUSTIN SWEITZER
The Slatington Police Department honored their longest-serving chief of police on Monday, June 6 by dedicating their police station to Ted Kistler. Kistler, who served as chief from 1971 to 1998, was additionally the longest-serving police chief in all of Lehigh County. Family, friends, and former coworkers of Kistler attended the ceremony put together by Tom Nicholson, a close friend of Kistler. The ceremony began with current Slatington Police Chief David Rachman unveiling a plaque dedicating the station in Kistler’s name. Rachman was followed up by members of the Slatington community including former mayors and former Slatington District Justice Edward Hartman, all of whom spoke of Kistler’s decorated career within and beyond the borough. Kistler is a veteran of the U.S. Army, enlisting soon after graduating high school. Following his service in the military, he began working with the Slatington Police in 1967. Four years later, he was appointed chief, becoming Slatington’s youngest chief at the time. He held the position until he retired from the force in March of 1998. Kistler’s impact within the Slatington community
was spoken highly of by his peers, as he was described as being not only a great police chief, but a leader of the community. His contributions have been felt throughout Lehigh County, as Lehigh County District Attorney Jim Martin and former President Judge of the Court of Common Appeals of Lehigh County William Platt attended the ceremony recognizing Kistler. Justice Edward Hartman praised Kistler as a “fabulous” chief. “He cared about Slatington. He cared about this borough,” Hartman said. Kistler was surprised by the ceremony, as it was kept a secret from him by Nicholson and the large amount of people who were in attendance. “Thank you all,”Kistler said.“These guys pulled this over on me and I didn’t know.” Nicholson, who orchestrated the event, closed by acknowledging the strong personal bond the two have developed during their careers. “Ted is very very special to me,” Nicholson said. The sentiment can likely be echoed by the entire borough who came out to celebrate the accomplished career of Ted Kistler.
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Lehigh Carbon Community College is offering an Introduction to Healthcare Careers Workshop Wednesday, June 8 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. or Friday, June 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Individuals residing in Lehigh County may be eligible for scholarship money to cover tuition cost. This workshop provides comprehensive information about working in today’s healthcare field. Students will complete an interest survey, explore careers in the healthcare field, and learn
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TOUCH OF DUTCH Submitted by LARRY GRADWOHL
Ich bin mei eegner Graenpaep Im lestcht Ausgang vun ‘Town and Country‘ hen mer es Gedicht, ‚Der Ehrlich Schmidt‘, vum Henry L. Fisher gedruckt. Heit wolle mer en anner Schriewes vum Henry do neischreiwe. En Verwickelde Verwandschaft Ich hab en liewi Wittfraa gheiert, Die hot en gwaxeni Dochder; Mei Vadder waar en Wittmann gwest Un heiert mei Schtiefdochder; So waar mei Daed mei Dochdermann, Un ich sei Schwiegervadder; Sei Fraa, die waar mei Dochder gwest,
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hot. Der Mark Twain hot en Buch rausgewwe, wu viele Gschpichde ghatt hot drin, un die Eidie-e, ‚Ich bin mei eegner Graenpaep‘, waar eigerechelt. Un eener Kaerl, der Dwight Latham, hot weeich sellem Begriff gelese datt drin un hot gemeent die Gschicht deet en gut Kanntri-Lied mache. So er im Yaahr, 1947, mit seim Freind, Moe Jaffe, hot‘s Lied, ‘I am my own Grandpaw‘, gschriwwe. ( Ich wa aa yuscht ihre erschder Varscht am End schreiwe. [Die annre lese graad wie sie im Zeidinge-Schtick duhne.]) Nau nimmi kennt dihr saage, „Es wunnert uns, wu vun der Kanntri-Lied, ‘I am my own Grandpa‘, kumme iss! I am my own grandpa In the last issue of ‘Town and Country‘ we printed the poem, ‘The honest blacksmith’ by Henry L. Fisher. Today we want to include another writing from Fisher. [It is also from his book, Kurzweil und Zeitverdreib. (Entertainment and Pastime)] A tangled group of relatives I married a dear widow, She had a grown daughter;
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song, ‘I am my own grandpaw’, in 1947. (I will also include their first verse at the end of this article. [The remaining verses read like the newspaper article.])
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At the same time, my little grandson, Then, I was his grandfather; My wife, she has been my grandmother, And I was her grandson; I was my own granddad, the end and then it was time to hang.
Now you can no longer say, “We wonder from where the country song, ‘I am my own grandpa’ comes!”
The concept about a man who could become his own grandpa was printed in a newspaper from New York state in the year, 1822. In 1848 it was found in a Gettysburg newspaper. By 1877 the story which many newspapers were printing contained a new morbid twist. A man committed suicide when he determined that he was his own grandfather. ( I will include a newspaper article from that time period below my English translation.) Fisher was not the only person who printed something about that [concept] in a book. Mark Twain published a book which included many tall tales and the idea ’I am my own grandpa’, was included. [Roughing It (?)] And one fellow, Dwight Latham, read about that idea in that book and thought the story would make a good country song. So he along with his friend, Moe Jaffe, wrote the
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27th Annual PNA Foundation Golf Outing Submitted by TERESA SHAAK
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Traditions Of Hanover’s “Longest Day” Fundraiser Submitted by KRISTY MUENZ
What will you do to help fight Alzheimer’s disease? Join Traditions of Hanover for “The Longest Day” Monday, June 20 to help raise funds to battle Alzheimer’s disease. You can stop in anytime between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. at the community, located at 5300 Northgate Drive in Bethlehem. The Longest Day is a team event to raise funds and awareness for the Alzheimer's Association. Held annually on the summer solstice, the duration of this sunrise-to-sunset event symbolizes the challenging journey of those living with the disease and their caregivers (thelongestday.alz.org). Traditions of Hanover has many ways participants can donate on The Longest Day: Drop off a monetary donation or visit http://act.alz.org/goto/ traditionsofhanver, walk a lap around the Traditions of Hanover community for a donation of $1 per lap, purchase a tasty treat at the bake sale, or make a purchase at the Traditions of Hanover Sweet Pickings Country Store, where 10% of proceeds will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association. There will also be healthy snacks available, a DJ,
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Lehigh Valley Community Benefit To Raise Money In Joe Sommer Jr.’s Honor Submitted by SHEILA KOCHER
On Wednesday, May 25, Joe Sommer Jr. was tragically murdered in a senseless act of violence. The Lehigh Valley Community Benefit is a nonprofit organization that helps families who have suffered tragedies throughout the Lehigh Valley. Joe had been a part of our organization since it started in 2010. We will be hosting a fundraiser to honor Joe and his love of wrestling and coaching. He was the head coach for Northampton Athletic Association Elementary Wrestlers, Vice President of N.A.W.C., and former board member of Valley Elementary League. He had donated countless hours to these children, doing his best to be a positive role model to them.
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INGREDIENTS • 2 ½ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces • 1 cup heavy cream • ¼ cup flour • 1 package (0.87 oz.) chicken gravy mix • 1 Tbsp poultry seasoning • 12 oz. frozen mixed veggies • 1 can (16.3 oz.) Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
DIRECTIONS • Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. • In small bowl, mix cream, flour, gravy mix, poultry seasoning and ½ tsp salt. Pour over chicken in crockpot. • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. • Add frozen veggies after around 7.5 hours and continue cooking. • After 8 hours, stir around and break up chicken pieces. • Heat oven to 350°F. • Remove slow cooker insert. • Open biscuits and lay them across the top, covering the chicken mixture. • Bake uncovered until biscuits are browned, about 35 minutes.
This dinner was so good! This is everything I look for in a chicken pot pie. The flavor was wonderful. I did tweak the recipe a little; I added some onion powder to the crockpot. The original recipe instructed to cook the frozen veggies in the microwave and then add it to the crockpot at the last minute. I thought that seemed silly and just added the frozen veggies right in and it came out fine. The original recipe also called for chicken thighs, but I changed it to chicken breasts, so either would work. I hope you enjoy this twist on a classic dish! 24
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CHURCH DIRECTORY Please send your updates to askus@ townandcountrygazette.com or mail them to P.O. Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088. The directory is a free listing of local churches in alphabetical order and includes services, Sunday school, and Bible Study schedules. Please call the churches for directions or more information. 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. HA for all services and W & SS for Sunday mornings 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.
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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. Ebenezer United Church of Christ New Tripoli, 610-298-8000 SS 9 a.m.; W 10:15 a.m. Ebenezer United Methodist Church Lehighton, 610-377-6900 W 9 a.m. www.ebenezerumclehighton.com Egypt Community Church Egypt, 610-262-4961 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
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, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 8:30 a.m. Heidelberg UCC Slatington, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 10:15 a.m. Heritage Baptist Church Orefield, 610-395-4970 (N) W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. 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.
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Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Palmerton (HA/N) W 8 & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
Evangelical Lutheran Church Schnecksville (HA) 610-767-6884 W 9 a.m.
Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA/N) Sun. W 8 & 9:30 a.m.
Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport W 9 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Jerusalem Lutheran Church Palmerton, 610-681-5200 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Faith Alive United Methodist Church Bowmanstown, 610-852-2805 W 8:30 a.m. & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. First UCC Palmerton W 9 a.m., SS 10 a.m. Friedens UCC Slatington, 610-767-7099 HA W 10:30 a.m. God’s Missionary Church Northampton, 610-262-4412 W 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. Good Shepherd UCC Slatington, 610-767-9680 (HA) W 8:30 & 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
Jerusalem UCC Palmerton, 610-681-4412 W 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Kingdom Life Family Center Orefield (N) W 10 a.m. Living Hope Lighthouse Palmerton, 610-826-2201 W 10 a.m. Living Stone Fellowship New Tripoli, 610-298-3020 W 10 a.m. Living Water Community Church Parryville, 610-737-1450 (HA) W Sat. 6 p.m., Com. 1st Sat. BS Thurs. 7 p.m.
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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 Northampton Lutheran Parish Holy Trinity Slovak & Zion 9 AM worship at Zion 1904 Main Street 610 262-6636
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.
Trinity Lutheran Church Lehighton, 610-377-4303 W 8:30 & 11 a.m. Summer schedule 9:30 a.m. begins June 5. Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays 1st Sat w/ Holy Communion 5 p.m. 1st Tuesday quiet communion 10 a.m. Sunday church school on summer break.
St. John’s UCC of Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA/N) W 9:30 a.m.
Trinity UCC Coplay, 610-262-8933 (HA, N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. W Thurs. 7 p.m.
Northern Lehigh Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m.
St. John’s ELC Lehighton, 570-386-9960 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (HA, N) W 8/10:45 a.m., SS 9:15 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.
United Presbyterian Church of Slatington Slatington, 610-767-8113 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
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Union United Church of Christ Neffs, 610-767-6961 (HA/N) W 8 & 10:30 a.m., Children 10:30 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 Evangelical Lutheran Church Palmerton, 610-826-7766 W 9 a.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 8/10:15 a.m. (N), SS 9 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 9:30 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. Mon., 7 p.m. Wed., 6 p.m. Sun. St. Peter’s UCC Northampton (HA) W 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.
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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 UCC Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W 8:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Zion’s Stone UCC Northampton, 610-262-1133 W 9 a.m.
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The Blue Mountain Farm Market opened for the season on May 27th kicking off the inaugural season at the Slatington Trailhead.(l-r) State Rep. Julie Harhart; Slatington Mayor Walter Neidermeyer; Alice Wanamaker, Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber Staff; Liz Wagner, Blue Mountain Farm Market founder; Nancy Treskot, Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber Board President.
Our thanks to all the local officials who took part in our Local Government update. It was very interesting to see the spirit of cooperation spread among all. Our monthly luncheons will return in the fall, so keep an eye out for future announcements. As summer heats up, we encourage you to get out and enjoy the Greater Northern Lehigh Area. If you haven’t been on the D&L Trail that travels through Walnutport, Slatington, and Slatedale or the Ironton Rail trail through Ironton, we encourage you to do so. Every Friday and Saturday, guests can take the time to visit our newly established Farmer’s Market at the Trail Head on Main Street in Slatington. While enjoying our trail system, take the time to visit our Shaved Ice Business at the Covered Bridge in Slatington.
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Musings from a Pop Culture Addict by DANIELLE S. TEPPER
favorite TV families, to wonder what ever happened after the screen faded to black. Whether it means finding new life on streaming services, movies becoming shows, shows becoming movies, or just a brief glimpse back into their small screen worlds, revivals are all the rage. And I am here for it. This issue, I break down three of my favorite nostalgia-driven reboots—why they work, why they don’t, why I love them—and next issue, three other shows that I hope to see return someday.
Boy Meets World (1993—2000) Girl Meets World (2014—?)
When Good Shows Don’t Quit (And Why They Shouldn’t Have To)
Good TV never dies. Its characters lie etched in our hearts after years and years of witnessing their trials and triumphs. When you spend countless nights with the same people, they start to feel all too real. How many of us still remember how it felt when Mr. Feeny said his final goodbye, when Heisenberg fell, when McDreamy took his last breath, when Buffy kicked evil’s butt in a showdown for the ages? My generation loves nostalgia. Kids of the ‘90s were raised on VHS tapes and playing outside until the sun went down, but we were thrust into the technological age at a dizzying pace. Now everything is digital and 3-D or 4-D and watching something isn’t enough—now it becomes a “two screen experience” or a “conversation” held entirely behind a keyboard. So it’s natural for us to yearn for the days when our most technologically advanced possession was a Game Boy or a Tamagotchi. Television is capitalizing on that soft spot and taking viewers on a stroll down Memory Lane. I’m not complaining; I get to relive my childhood through the reimagining of some of my favorite shows. It’s a recipe for cheese galore, but if you know me, you know I’ve never met a cheese I didn’t like. “Revival.”“Reboot.” Critics toss these around like dirty words, but why the hate? It can’t be that uncommon for audiences to wish they could spend just a little more time with their 38
For me, this was the one that started it all and it could not be more perfect. Boy Meets World is my all-time favorite show. I can quote entire episodes backwards, especially in the later seasons. The news sounded too good to be true—an entirely new show focused on Cory and Topanga’s coming of age daughter? Pinch me! The show is now in its third season and Riley and her friends have just started high school. Is it as good as its predecessor? Well, no. But it is very cute and I do love watching it, regardless of the fact that it airs on The Disney Channel and is aimed at pre-teens and I am in my pre-30s. Why it works: They picked some really great young actors who mesh well and keep the humor going. They regularly bring back BMW alums—Eric, Jack, Angela, Minkus, even Harley have all appeared. And of course, a one Mr. George Feeny has been featured a small number of times and each one was a kick in the heart. They’ve also tackled some tougher topics, something the creator/producer (same one) is known for. Why it doesn’t: To me, something is just off about Danielle Fishel. She didn’t step back into her role of Topanga quite as seamlessly and even though the show is supposed to be about the kids, I wish it spent just a little more time filling in the gaps between BMW and GMW News@TownAndCountryGazette.com || JUNE 16, 2016
where Cory and Topanga as a couple are concerned. It also veers a little too closely to the safe-and-silly sometimes, but that’s to be expected of a Disney show. Why I love it: Ben Savage, distracting nose job aside, is still so perfectly Cory that it makes me squeal with joy at least once an episode, from his quirky facial expressions to standby catchphrases . And when Rider Strong reappeared as Shawn in season one’s holiday episode, I cried. No exaggeration. The boys were back in town.
Full House (1987—1995) Fuller House (2016—?)
I was a little less than thrilled when I got the news about this one. Don’t get me wrong, I loved Full House as a kid. It was my first favorite TV show behind Sesame Street and Fraggle Rock. What ‘90s kid didn’t wish they had their very own Uncle Jesse? I just remembered how utterly corny the show had been and I didn’t see how they could rectify that with a storyline that didn’t seem all that inventive. Fuller House (good one) follows D.J. Fuller (ohhhh) as she moves into her father’s house a year after losing her husband. And she has three boys to raise. Sound familiar yet? The first season’s release on Netflix was absolutely torn apart in reviews, so I went into it not expecting much. In fact, I went into it expecting to hate it. Here’s the thing though—I kind of didn’t. Why it works: Same set—some cynics may find fault with that, but I loved seeing how they updated the house to modern times; it still feels like home. It pokes fun at itself—there were some very meta jokes throughout, from throwing shade at the noticeably absent Olsens to Jesse asking if anyone else heard violin music during a touching scene; it got brownie points for being so self-aware. Why it doesn’t: These girls weren’t the most phenomenal actors as kids and they don’t seem to have gotten any better with age. Candace JUNE 16, 2016 || townandcountrygazette.com
was especially cringe-worthy. Some plotlines were predictably trite. Why I like it: Notice I didn’t say love. For the same reasons I’m fond of Girl Meets World, I liked seeing the old familiar faces pop up. And whereas GMW focuses on the girl, Fuller House gives equal screen time to the kids and the moms. I must admit, Scott Weinger saves the show from itself on more than one occasion. His return as Steve, divorced and desperately trying to woo D.J. and continue their love story, is humorous and heartfelt (though at times a little intense).
Gilmore Girls (2000—2007) Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life (2016—?)
I. Cannot. Wait. Gilmore Girls ranks very high on my list of all-time favorite shows and news of a Netflix revival made the internet implode. There’s really no way to rank or review it yet, as filming just wrapped and a release date has yet to be announced, but I may be slightly more excited for this than I was for Girl Meets World. This is the first reboot that won’t be aimed at kids or a new generation of viewers. The characters are the same, the audience is the same, and we get not one, not two, but FOUR mini-movies documenting a year in the life of our girls (one for each season). Practically the entire cast is returning, including all three of Rory’s ex-boyfriends and comedy superstar Melissa McCarthy as Lorelai’s BFF. Edward Herrmann passed in late 2014, something they are sure to touch on at some point. There are no details, only questions ... Are Luke and Lorelai married yet? What’s Rory doing? Are Emily and Lorelai still butting heads? Does Stars Hollow look any different? Is Paris a doctor or a lawyer? (Does she work for Annalise Keating?) Did Lane and Zack have more kids? Where does Kirk work now? Rumor has it we only have to wait until the holiday season this year to start getting some answers. I’m beyond ready. 39
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H CONGRATS GRADS H Jacob Spies, son of Jodi and William Spies and grandson of Joseph and Pat Chandler, has graduated with honors from Penn State University. He was the Martial (flag bearer) for the Chemistry Department. Jacob has been offered a full-tuition fellowship and a living stipend from Yale University to work toward a Doctorate in Chemistry. (6/16)
Events 36th Annual Block Party on Friday, July 15; Saturday, July 16; Sunday, July 17. Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Co. 2440 Fairyland Road, Lehighton. Live bands each night. Seafood dinner on Friday from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Fireworks Friday & Saturday. Large Chinese auction, bingo, games, and rides with daily specials. Large variety of food. (7/7) 60th Annual Emerald Fireworks & Picnic: July 9, 7700 Penn St. Refreshments open at 4:30 p.m. Live music, pony rides, cake walks, bingo, novelty sales, and various games. Fireworks 10:30 p.m. For more info, call 610-767-4366. (6/16) CASINO TRIPS | Horse Racing/ Hollywood: July 16, $40, $35 return. Mount Airy/Bill Haley Jr. &
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Large Moving Sale, many beautiful items. Friday and Saturday, June 17-18, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 440 Woodland Road, Walnutport (off Long Lane Road). (6/16)
ENJOY A DAY AWAY | Phillies/ Met series: July 17, $ TBA. Intrepid & Ground Zero: July 30, $100. Atlantic City Air Show/Casino Package: August 17, $65. Bronx Zoo: Sept. 24, $75. “Samson” Sight & Sound/Shady Maple: Oct. 7, $95. Christmas Show (Winter Wonderland) & Shady Maple: Nov. 22, $90. For more info, call Kim at 610-767-5805. (6/16)
Multi-family Yard Sale: 4176 Lehigh Dr. Cherryville. June 30, July 1, and July 2 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Collectibles, antiques, household items—tools, washer and dryer, knick-knacks, dishes, glassware, and many more items. Parking in rear on grass. (6/16)
Estate Sale: Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 19 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at 4600 Lehigh Drive in Walnutport. Rain or shine. For more info, call 484-632-7950. (6/16) Heritage Village Community Yard Sale: Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 20+ families. Rain dates: July 1 and July 2. (6/16) Huge Garage Sale, rain or shine, Friday and Saturday, July 1-2, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. 699 Almond Rd. Walnutport. Lots of tables, clean, organized, and priced to sell. (6/16)
Summer Picnic: Saturday, June 25, 4-9 p.m., Morgenland Union Church grove located in Leather Corner Post, Orefield. Music by The Main Street Cruisers, good food, old fashioned cakewalks, raffles, and children’s activities. Raindate: 6/26, 1-6 p.m. (6/16)
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SWM, 50, clean, healthy, and financially secure seeks romantic female 35-50 for dating, friendship, companionship. Any race OK. Call Joe at 484-719-0704 24/7, leave message, will return call. (6/2)
Queen-sized sleigh bed, 14” mattress, $1,100. Excellent condition, hardly used—honestly! Call Kevin Kern at 610-7672266. (8/18) Two-person cemetery plot. Neffs Union Cemetery. 863-585-4278. (6/16)
Help Wanted Freelance Writers Needed: Do you have an interest in local government and community news? We are looking for freelance writers to cover municipal meetings and news in Nazareth and Northampton. A journalism background and working knowledge of AP Style is a plus. Please send your resume and writing samples to askus@ townandcountrygazette.com. TAKING APPLICATIONS: First Student is taking applications for School Bus Drivers in the Northampton School District. Part-time 20-25 hours per week. We provide free training to obtain CDL. Apply online today at https:// apply.firstgroupcareers.com/ vacancy/902/description or call 610-262-7173 for questions. (8/10)
Other This serves as notice that the NASD Residents for Sustainable Growth, Inc. has been incorporated as a PA nonprofit corp. pursuant to Chapter 53 of Title 15 of the Pa. Consolidated Statutes. (6/2)
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Single white male, 65. Looking for female from 60 to 70 for dating, friendship, and companionship. Call Roy at 610-264-1681. Leave a message and call back number. Will return call. (6/16)
Real Estate For Rent Apartment Slatington: New 2 bedroom, spacious, eat-in kitchen, living room, bathroom with linen closet, one-piece tub shower. NO PETS, W/S/G included. $575 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691. (12/15) Egyptian Sands Motel, Room For Rent: Private bath, maid service, all utilities included, clean, quiet, safe. $175/week or $595/month. Efficiency apartment also available, call 610-262-8050 for details. (6/2) Slatington Hotel. Clean, safe, quiet, nicely furnished rooms, $90-$120/week. Private and shared bathrooms. Color TV and cable incl. HBO. Up-charge for A/C and on-premise parking. Internet avail. Furnished effic. apts also available. 732-309-9671. (12/15) TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $860. No dogs/ ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo). 610-7590169. (6/16)
Services Available Certified Reiki master and teacher. Energy healing and/or chakra balancing. Call Jenn in Walnutport for affordable rates at 484-294-6847. Appts from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday and weekends available. (6/2) Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Saw Chain, Mower Blades, Scissors, Knives, Clipper Blades, Carbide Tip Saws, and much more. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington. 610-767-9164. (12/15)
Drywall Repair Services: Whether it be a hole in a wall or water damage, I am the person to call. Tony's Drywall Repair Services: 484-268-0458. (7/7) Hypnosis Services: Private sessions, groups, and childbirth classes forming now. Visit tenderempowerment.com or call 484-373-9990 for more information. (6/16) Mature woman with many years experience with seniors will do household chores, run errands. Appointments, shopping, etc. Prefer Palmerton and surrounding areas. Call or text 570-209-1760. (6/2) 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. (6/16)
Wanted Buying guitars, accordions, violins, old amplifiers, saxophones, drums, horns, most older musical instruments. Local pick-up. Call Mike at 330-367-7100. (6/16) Clean indoor storage for 42' RV. Need door at least 13' high and concrete floor if possible. All year or at least winter storage desired. Call 484-951-2472 if you have space available to rent. (6/16) Do you have broken A/C or dehumidifiers that you don't want to pay to have removed? If so, please call 610-730-1089 to schedule a free pick-up and removal. (10/6) 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. (12/15)
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