INSIDE THIS ISSUE
1. Experience
Shari Noctor has been a full-time residential Associate Broker in the Lehigh Valey since 1994. She has a Residential Sales License since 1990.
2. Knowledge
By John Hall for Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette
Welcome to our first issue of September, 2024, which is also our issue focusing on restaurants in the region. As the cooler days of autumn get closer, we realize it’s a great time of year to have a meal outdoors, whether at home or at a local restaurant, and we have a lot of excellent restaurants to choose from. So join us as we take a little eating journey
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Through 34 years of experience, Shari Noctor knows the residential market, as well as the best financial opportunities available.
3. Commitment
Shari Noctor’s commitment to service is her commitment to you.
4. Accomplishments
Shari Noctor has been recognized as one of the top Realtors at Re/Max Unlimited Real Estate since 1994. She has been recognized by Re/Max International with both Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement Awards. Since 1990, Shari has sold over 1550+ homes in Lehigh Valley, as per GLVAR.
Shari Noctor call/text 610-730-8067 office 610-266-4000
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Enjoying Restaurants Everywhere!
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around the area.
If you like good food and spirits (of the haunted variety), you need to read our article about the Hanoverville RoadHouse in Bethlehem. We had the opportunity to speak with owner Mark Dennis recently and found out that the “haunting” of Hanoverville RoadHouse is real. It is so real in fact that it has been featured as part of an international paranormal event. See “Hanoverville RoadHouse: Food & Spirits” to find out more about this fascinating restaurant that also serves up excellent American food.
If you’re shopping at the Lehigh Valley Mall, you might like to know about some of the good restaurants options right there. See “Eating at the Lehigh Valley Mall” to find out more.
If you really like food and discovering new things, downtown Easton is going to surprise you if you are not familiar with its restaurant scene. Don’t let the word “scene” throw you – we’re not just talking nighttime dress-up options, but breakfast, lunch and dinner, from casual to dressy. It seems like a new restaurant opens in downtown Easton every time I turn around. Be sure and read “Easton’s Downtown Restaurant Scene” for the
names of dining options you may not be familiar with.
Now we probably all have our favorite pizza places. I like Antonio’s on South Third in Easton and my personal tip to you is to try their amazing cheesecakes, which they actually bake in the pizza ovens. Recently, lehighvalleylive.com polled its readers asking about their favorite pizza places and readers selected about 20 as “the best.” Well, the media outlet went out and did their own taste testing to put the list in “countdown-to-numberone” order and we’re highlighting their top 5 for you in “Great Pizza Places.” Read the article to find out if your favorite made the list.
And finally, we have another one of our “Short Getaway:…” articles. This one is all about short train rides here in Pennsylvania that you can take specifically to see the fall foliage. The beauty of the fall colors and the experience of taking it all in while riding in a vintage train car make a beautiful autumn outing. We’re highlighting these train rides now because in many cases you will need to make reservations to get onboard. See “Short Getaway: PA Fall Foliage Train Rides” to learn more.
So that is our issue this time around – we hope you enjoy the read. Please join us next time when we turn our attention to getting ready for fall. See you then!
Lehigh Township Historical Society News
Submitted by Ruth Hall Kent
This summer the Lehigh Township Historical Society has been offering hand-on workshops to teach people how to properly clean your ancestors’ old dirty gravestones in order to preserve them. Our Gravestone Preservation Workshops have been held at the Berlinsville Cemetery along Poplar Drive in Berlinsville where the oldest of the 123 burials go back to 1855. If you are interested in learning the proper procedures at a future workshop and possibly become involved with our project going forward, give us a call at 610-440-0151 (leave a message.) Our next workshop on Sunday afternoon, (Sept. 8th) at 3 pm, is almost full. The final session this year will be held on Saturday, September 28th at 10 am. If it is raining, we would have to reschedule the workshop.
Next up is the Society’s Annual Fall Mum Sale and Bake Sale on September 21st starting at 9 am on the porch at the Historical Centre in Pennsville. Our ad in this issue gives prices and more information. We encourage you to order ahead to reserve your favorite color plants. Call our office (leave message with order details), print an order form from our website at www.lehightownshiphistoricalsociety.org or send
us a message on Facebook. Place your advance order by Sept. 10th if possible. If you don’t order ahead, there will be plenty of mums and baked goods for walk-ins the day of sale. Come early – Rain or Shine! We will close up at 2 pm or sooner if we sell out.
The Historical Centre Museum and the St. Paul’s One-Room Schoolhouse will both be open for visitors on Sunday, September 15th. This will be the final regular open house at the school for this year (until Nov. 2nd). The museum will be open again in October.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 2nd from 11 am to 1:30 pm for our special Open House at the St. Paul’s One-Room Schoolhouse in Indianland. The restored one-room school will be open from 11 am to 12:15, socialize in the church social hall prior to the program “Genealogy Basics – Getting Started” scheduled for 12:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public.
Please visit our website at www. lehightownshiphistoricalsociety.org for more details on our upcoming events or call the Centre at 610440-0151 and leave a message.
Great Pizza Places
SOURCE: lehighvalleylive.com (edited)
We probably all have our favorite local pizza places, and while pizza tastes vary, the basic pizza is made up of the same things: cheese, crust and sauce. Recently, media outlet lehighvalleylive.com did a reader poll and then tasted pizzas (based on that poll) from across our region before announcing the local pizzas they consider the best. Here are their “Top 5” in countdown-to-number-one order.
Dom’s Westgate Pizza at 2335 Schoenersville Road (in the Westgate Mall) in Bethlehem has, according to the media outlet, arguably the best crust on this list, or at the very least, a crust that lands it in the top three. “The cheese and sauce are fine, but every bite of the pie’s overall structure is the perfect amount of chewy and tasty. It’s tough in a rewarding way…”
Continuing down the list, Villa Grande Pizzeria at 225 W. Northampton Street in Bath delivers a great pizza. “An even layer of sauce topped with a coating of tasty cheese is buoyed by a crust that finds a solid middle ground between thin and tough and soft and chewy.” Evidently this was the
highest vote-getter in the pizza poll before the media outlet launched its own evaluation process. Continuing on, the next great pizza was found at Joe’s Italian Restaurant located at 550 S. Main Street in Nazareth. “There’s not a lot of separation between the top five pizzas on this list, and for good reason. They’re all good.” The bold statement here is that this is actually “the pound-for-pound best pizza on this list.” According to the media outlet, it’s got the best combination of cheese and sauce, both with regards to taste and amount. It’s also tied for the best crust on the list, based on its strength in both taste and structure.
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LEHIGH TOWNSHIP LIONS OFFER FREE EYE EXAMS FOR LEHIGH TWP RESIDENTS
The LEHIGH TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB is offering a FREE eye exam to residents of Lehigh Township, regardless of age, who are not covered by Eye Care Insurance. The eye exam will be performed by Walnutport Family Eye Care.
To take advantage of this important and FREE opportunity, which ends Dec. 31, 2024, please contact Wayne A. Benninger, Community Action Chairman for the Lehigh Township Lions Club, at 610-349-3596 or any other Lehigh Township Lions Club member.
As part of a public service project, the eye exam fees will be paid by the Lehigh Township Lions Club..... serving Lehigh Township since I951.
This offer is limited to the first 200 qualified respondents.
Great Pizza Places
Coming in at #2 on the list is Affinito’s Pizza Parlor and Café , located at 1328 Chestnut Street in Emmaus. According to the media outlet, “Affinito’s standard large pizza, dotted with splotches of juicy tomato sauce and thick tomato chunks, has the most impressive physical presentation – which earned it major points. It helps that it tastes great as well, with an exceptional (if a bit thin) crust to go along with the sauce.” It was noted that this is a cash-only parlor that also has one of the better dining atmospheres on the list.
And finally, in the top spot, we have Moonlight Pizza at 301 S. Robinson Avenue in Pen Argyl. Evidently Moonlight Pizza was a popular entry in the reader poll and “is well worth the degree of difficulty of acquisition.” “What does that mean?” you might ask. According to the media outlet, “The shop’s phone line opens at 2 p.m. to reserve a pie baked from Moonlight’s limited daily dough,” and that means you will almost definitely get the busy signal a time or two. “Other than a rather thin layer of cheese, everything about this pizza tops nearly every category. The crust is the
star of the show, which is distinct in its thinner center and full outer edge that cradles the ingredients perfectly. Topped with basil leaves, the pie is also quite a looker, making it almost too pretty to eat.” But rest assured, you should definitely eat it, as well as all the other pizzas in the top five.
Easton’s Downtown Restaurant Scene
By John Hall for Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette
This is our restaurant issue and scattered about we have some really good restaurants in our readership area. But if you’re looking for a place with outstanding options in a compact, walkable area that also has excellent parking options, believe it or not, you want to go right to historic downtown Easton.
There are now more than 30 restaurants in downtown Easton. Your options are many and varied – but note, you won’t find chain restaurants in downtown Easton. In addition to food options for practically every taste and budget, core downtown has two clean and easy-tonavigate parking garages, including the Fourth Street Garage that has been open less than a year.
Here are just some of the food options you will find in Easton’s downtown restaurant scene.
Downtown Newbies
For a happening meal and bar scene, visit Thyme Rooftop Grill at the top of the new Commodore apartment building at the base of Northampton Street overlooking the river. Day or night, the views are spectacular and there is also outdoor rooftop dining.
Bun Busterz Gourmet Hotdogs opened its doors at 233 Northampton Street quite recently offering both “signature dogs” and a “build your own” menu style. Bun Busterz is between the Circle and Second Street and is sure to become a favorite of families visiting Crayola.
Meanwhile, Meli European Taverna is downtown’s new, very upscale Greek restaurant. It’s elegant and the Greek food is masterful. Meli is located at 322 Northampton Street just off the Circle towards
Fourth Street. It is directly opposite Easton’s Public Market. Speaking of Easton’s Public Market, there are numerous excellent, “faster food” options to be found there as well, from BBQ to tacos to artisan pizza made from scratch.
Outdoor Dining
One thing that is extra cool about eating downtown in Easton is the number of restaurants that offer outdoor seating. Many participate during the summer “Easton al Fresco” outdoor dining promotion, but others, including Third and Ferry Fish Market, Terra Café and Sette Luna offer outdoor dining almost year-round. In Easton, you will always find opportunities to sit in the fresh air
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Easton’s Downtown Restaurant Scene
and enjoy a little people watching with your meal.
Another New Place
Another brand new restaurant downtown is Takkii Ramen at 36 North Third Street. This is a beautiful – sometimes serene, sometimes “hopping” – Japanese noodle house where your food may be transported to your table by their star robot. I’ve
been there twice and the food was just about the freshest possible.
Established Restaurants
Long-established restaurants downtown include Mother’s, Pearly Baker’s Ale House and Josie’s New York Deli in the quadrant of the Circle anchored by the Wells Fargo building. You will also find the excellent Stoke Brick Oven Pizza in that quadrant, which offers so much more than just their outstanding pizzas.
Crossing Northampton Street at the Circle you will find Bayou, River Grille and Sogo. Up North Third you will find the excellent and moderately priced Tandoor Grill, as well as the Quadrant Book Mart and Coffee House , an Easton institution where you can enjoy breakfast or lunch surrounded by thousands of books and a quirky staff.
Bottom line: If you like food, but don’t know downtown Easton’s restaurant scene, you owe it to yourself to check it out.
Hanoverville RoadHouse: Food & Spirits
By John Hall for Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette
As we started approaching the fall season featuring “spooky” October and Halloween, we also started looking around for good ghost stories. Then we hit the jackpot with the Hanoverville RoadHouse at 5001 Hanoverville Road in Bethlehem. WARNING : If the paranormal frightens you, stop reading now, there are details ahead.
The main structure of the RoadHouse, known today as a “Fine American Country Dining Bar and Grill,” was built in 1825 as a typical farmhouse. In 1837 the building was converted to a hotel, general store and post office, with a stagecoach stop at the northeast corner. I received information that made me think the place might be haunted, so I spoke with owner Mark Dennis about just that.
Dining with the Spirits
Mark Dennis has owned the Hanoverville RoadHouse for just under seven years. He has plenty of stories to share – naturally about the
great food and events at the RoadHouse, but also the spirits of the place.
Immediately after taking ownership, Mark installed 28 security cameras inside and out that run 24/7. Shortly after installing the cameras, he discovered that some things were definitely going “bump” in the night. Chairs were seen sliding across the dining room floor when no one was there, and a tabletop sugar packet holder flew through the air as if it had been thrown from across the room. At other times TVs suddenly turned on in the night.
Mark says he and the staff “find signs (of paranormal activity) all the time.” Back in 2018, he was actually contacted about having the RoadHouse be part of the world’s largest ghost hunt. Evidently the Hanoverville RoadHouse paranormal activity was more than enough to
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have it included as one of the sites featured in the worldwide ghost hunt event.
Mark says even during regular customer lunch and dinner hours, things occasionally happen. For instance, an area of the dining room will suddenly become extremely cold or an unexplained shadow will move across the room.
Ghost Hunting Today
After being featured in the worldwide ghost hunt event, Mark decided to host a once-a-year ghost hunt at the RoadHouse. The event features a 3-course dinner and the participation of a paranormal group, followed by 2 hours when guests break into five groups and investigate paranormal activity in all corners of the building, from the attic to the basement.
Typically some participants will see or hear paranormal activity, maybe a touch on the shoulder, flickering lights or even voices. The paranormal group that is involved explains it is not a setup; there are no actors and no special effects involved.
FLEA MARKET
At the end of the evening everyone reconvenes in the main dining room to report back on their experience. Mark explained there are always skeptics, but sometimes they leave as believers, because they don’t know how to explain what they just experienced. One to two mediums also participate in the annual event and often bring very personal messages from the spirit world to the guests; messages that only their spirit relations could possibly know.
S E E K I N G V E N D O
The next Ghost Hunt Dinner at the RoadHouse is about one month from now on October 6th. In addition, on one Tuesday every month local medium Marianne Michaels does spirit readings. For more information on any of the ghost/spirit events, or just the latest dining news, visit www. hanovervilleroadhouse.com/, or find them on Facebook.
Short Getaway: PA Fall Foliage Train Rides
SOURCE: Various
There is no better way to explore the beautiful fall foliage in Pennsylvania than on an autumnfoliage train ride. That’s why this edition of our “Short Getaway:…” series invites you to sit back, relax, grab your camera and get ready to enjoy the beauty of autumn here in Pennsylvania on one of these scenic autumn train rides. If one of these excursions catches your eye, our suggestion is to call in advance to secure your tickets before they sell out.
“All Aboard” in Jim Thorpe
Without traveling any further than magical Jim Thorpe, you can ride the rails on a vintage coach built as early as 1917 into the colorful scenery of the Lehigh Gorge State Park on the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. From Sep. 30-Nov. 5, enjoy a 45-minute fall train ride through gorgeous scenery on the railway’s Autumn Leaf Train excursions.
“All Aboard” in New Hope
Take an enchanting autumn adventure on an antique train, departing from the New Hope Railroad’s distinctive Witch’s Hat Train Station, established in 1891, in the heart of New Hope. The Fall Foliage
Excursion is a delightful twohour journey through the beautiful landscapes of Bucks County. The historic New Hope Railroad was first part of the North-East
Pennsylvania Railroad and later incorporated into the Reading Railroad.
You will be thrilled by the experience riding in the beautifully restored vintage passenger coaches from the early 1900s. The train will make its way to the charming town of Buckingham, Pennsylvania, before changing direction to return to New Hope. As you enjoy the ride, a storyteller will share historical facts and narratives about noteworthy cultural landmarks you pass along the way.
“All Aboard” in Boyertown
Out in Pennsylvania’s “Americana Region” you can ride the Colebrookdale Railroad to view the colors of fall. For the best view, take the two-hour, round-trip journey of the Autumn Splendor Fall Foliage ride on select dates from Sep. 13-Nov. 19. Make the adventure extra special by reserving a spot on select excursions featuring ice cream sundaes, beer & bratwurst, a Bloody Mary Brunch, or a late afternoon wine tasting.
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“All Aboard” in Titusville
Another fall foliage train ride to consider is the relaxing, three-hour roundtrip excursion through Pennsylvania’s Oil Heritage Region on the Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad. Running Wednesdays through Sundays, Oct. 1-15, the foliage excursion will let you view all of nature’s colorful display in Oil Creek State Park.
“All Aboard” in New Freedom
You might prefer to enjoy the beauty of fall in southern York County, which you can do on select dates in October on the Northern Central Railway of York, a mainline in operation since 1838. You can ride to Glen Rock (1 hour), Hanover Junction (2 1/2 hours), or
Howard Tunnel (3 1/2 hours) on a diesel- or steampowered engine. As you ride along, your conductor and brakeman will tell you about the history and growth of the towns and villages you pass along the way.
“All Aboard” in Rockhill Furnace Head to the Rockhill Trolley Museum to immerse yourself in fall foliage and photograph historic trolleys on Oct. 7. It’s the Museum’s biggest event of the year, the Fall Spectacular . Their fully operational fleet of railcars will be out and operating all day, including the fan favorite Liberty Liner.
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Eating at the Lehigh Valley Mall
SOURCE: Various
If you’re out shopping at the Lehigh Valley Mall, you might get hungry, but you don’t have to leave the Mall property to find some very nice restaurant offerings. This is just a small selection of your options.
BONEFISH GRILL / This is a well-known chain featuring a polished casual setting. Designed to be a relaxing and celebratory place, Bonefish Grill invites you to be curious and explore the menu. As they like to say, “prepare for the unexpected” and reward your taste buds. Bonefish Grill is part of the outdoor shops area at the Mall and serves lunch and dinner. Curbside delivery is available, as well as delivery and takeout.
DUNDERBAK’S
MARKET CAFÉ / At Dunderbak’s every day is Oktoberfest. You will enjoy German-American cuisine featuring specialty sandwiches, Black Angus burgers and traditional German platters. You can also enjoy their selection of more than 50 imported beers. Dunderbak’s is
Baked Chicken or Pulled Pork Dinner
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Time: 2-6pm
Pulled pork dinner menu includes: Pulled pork, roll, baked potato, corn or green beans, cole slaw or applesauce and dessert.
Chicken dinner menu includes: 1/2 baked chicken, baked potato, corn or green beans, cole slaw or applesauce, roll and butter and dessert.
Both meals are $13.00 per ticket and are eat in or take out.
Eat in meals will include beverages.
St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Indianland
Contact information: The church office (610) 767-4572 or email to office@indianland.org
on the lower level inside the mall near Macy’s and serves lunch and dinner. Delivery and takeout are also available.
THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY / The Cheesecake Factory menu features more than 200 menu selections made fresh from scratch each day using only the highest quality ingredients. The Cheesecake Factory is famous for its generous portions and wide selection of cheesecakes, but it is also redefining low-calorie flavor with its SkinnyLicious® menu that provides guests with even more choices. The Cheesecake Factory is on the lower level by the main entrance and serves lunch, dinner, desserts and drinks.
More Eating Options at the Mall
Some of the other eating options at the Lehigh Valley Mall include:
The Joint Coffee Co. / This is a specialty coffee shop that was founded in the heart of Steel City. The Joint Coffee Co. features fresh roasted coffee and house made syrups, as well as fresh avocado toasts, flat naan breads, and sandwiches. It is located with the outdoor shops at the mall next to Bonefish Grill.
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant / Also in the area of the outdoor shops, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant offers great beer and delicious food with the food being made entirely from scratch. From burgers and sauces to pale ales and stouts, you’ll have a great time at Iron Hill.
Johnny’s Bagels & Deli / Now heading into its 19th year of business, Johnny’s Bagels & Deli, which prides itself on still being family owned and operated, was originally known for its New York Style hand rolled and kettle boiled bagels. Its menu has really expanded to now include everything from breakfast sandwiches to homemade soups and paninis, fresh salads, smoothies and more. Johnny’s is located on the
lower level near Boscov’s.
Jasmine Smoothie & Bubble Tea / Another refreshing food outlet is Jasmine Smoothie & Bubble Tea. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Taiwan, Jasmine Smoothie & Bubble Tea has created a wide variety of Bubble Tea, as well as healthy non-dairy smoothies and refreshing iced tea selections. The great thing about the options at Jasmine is that you can grab them and then enjoy them while you walk and shop around the Mall. Jasmine Smoothie & Bubble Tea is located on the lower level near JCPenney.
This photo reminds David H. Jones, when he was 10 years old in 1958, of the time he and his dad, David E. Jones, rode on the Lehigh New England train line. This train line ran behind his parents’ home on Butter Street in Lehigh Township. One day, they came to pick up empty idle coal cars. His dad and he jumped into an empty coal car. They rode it across this trestle to Andreas. They jumped off and swam across Lizard Creek to Route 895, then they hitchhiked home. His mom was mad!
“Semper Fidelis” Note: the photo is from a post card.
Slatington History Committee Announces Fall History Presentation
The Slatington History Preservations Committee is sponsoring a program entitled “Assumption BVM Catholic Cemetery –Slatington’s Melting Pot” to be held on Saturday, September 21 at the Vigilant Fire Company, 110 S. Walnut Street, Slatington beginning at 2PM. The presentation is another in a series of “Cemetery Walks” held by the committee highlighting the cemeteries in the Northern Lehigh area. The presentation will highlight the history of the Assumption BVM Catholic Church/Cemetery and the families and individuals who were representative of Slatington’s Melting Pot, a second wave of immigration following the Welsh, comprised mostly of Austrian, German, Hungarian, Italian, and Slovak nationalities, and learn how they assimilated, prospered, and contributed to Slatington’s history. The event is free and open to the public. Parking is available in the Vigilant Fire Company parking lot. The program is free
and open to the public. This is the sixth history presentation/speaker series on important people, places, and events in Northern Lehigh’s history. For more information call 610-554-4099 or visit us on Facebook at our page Slatington History Preservation Committee, or message us on Facebook Messenger.
Ontelaunee Region
Antique Car Club
submitted by Susan Manwiller
Thank you to all the volunteers who helped at this year’s Das Awkscht Fescht in Macungie the first weekend in August. The weather was very hot and humid and all help was greatly appreciated. Volunteers received free admission and a catered breakfast and lunch. Plans are in the works for next year when the Camaro will be the feature car.
Our next business meeting is Saturday, September 7 at 3:00 p.m. at New Jerusalem Zion UCC Church basement, 1456 Krumsville Rd, Lenhartsville, PA. We enjoy socialization, refreshments, and door prizes.
We welcome anyone who has an interest in old cars to join us on any of our car tours. For more information contact our membership chairperson, Phyllis, at 610-965-9236 or email phyllispeters@hotmail.com.
Donation presented For county’s New Bloodmobile
Submitted by Brittney Waylen County Executive Lamont G. McClure and the Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) presented a check donation on Monday, Aug. 26 for Northampton County’s sponsored bloodmobile. Plans were unveiled at the Northampton County Economic Development Committee meeting on Thursday, June 6 for a new bloodmobile to be operated by Miller-Keystone Blood Center (MKBC). County Council approved a $250,000 grant to fund a bloodmobile that will be converted from a new school-bus-style vehicle and will feature four inside donor chairs. This new partnership is designed to address the ongoing blood shortage by bringing donation opportunities directly to donors with a reliable, strong fleet. Blood drives play a crucial role in extending the reach of MKBC to individuals who wish to donate. The new bloodmobile supports MKBC’s efforts to upgrade its fleet by sunsetting several current bloodmobile vehicles that have exceeded their life expectancy and replacing them with modern, more efficient options.
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It’s a Guy Thing
Written by Harold “Nick” Seyfried
We guys have the best of everything in life and I’ll prove it to you.
Example 1
I went for an oil change at a dealership and came home with a brand-new Cadillac Escalade. Yep, it’s a guy thing!
Example 2
Went to Cabela’s for a new sweatshirt. I came home with a new cross bow, a tree stand and a brand-new hunting outfit. Definitely a guy thing!
Example 3
Took my push mower for a tune up. My grass lot is 35” x 80”. I came home with a 60-inch zero turn lawn mower to mow my land, now isn’t that grand? It must be a guy thing!
Example 4
I went to the marina store to buy a canoe and my wife was surprised to see my 38’ cabin cruiser with 2 inboard engines. I wonder, is this a guy thing!
Example 5
I went to Costco’s for batteries and walked
out of the store with an 85” colored TV with a Smart package built in. Oh, this is definitely a guy thing!
Example 6
Three burner gas grills are out of style, as men we need 8 burners with a hot plate, a built-in air fryer and an oven. Am I right? This is a guy thing.
Example 7
I took my pop-up camper in to be serviced for wheel bearings. Yep you guessed it, my wife was shocked when I came home with our new motorhome with four slide outs and a super electronic awning with lights. Oh wow! How about that guys? Is this a guy thing?
The old Denial Disclaimer
Ladies show this article to your husbands and wait, listen here it comes. “That’s not me I don’t do that” Says the man. Denial the last example. It must be a guy thing.
So, don’t blame me, I didn’t do it! Oops! There’s another one.
It’s a Guy Thing!
Jack Willhite’s
Rock & Roll Comedy Show
October 5, 2024
Doors Open 5pm; Dinner 6pm Show Starts 7pm Dinner Menu - 3 course meal & refreshments (draft beer & soda)
$40 PP Dinner & Show or $25 Show Only (Discount for Moose Members) Public Event
Upcoming Events - All Welcome
Sept 20th- Friday Night End of Summer BashLive Band: Stage Devils 7pm (Food Specials) Oct 4th- Twisted Bingo
Oct 18th- Friday Night Music with Brian Kibler 7pm 2nd Saturday and Last Friday of the MonthKaraoke with DJ McB 8pm
Fri, Oct 25th-Adult Halloween Party with DJ McB(Costume Prizes, Drink/Food Specials) 7pm
Nov 1st- Friday Night Music with the Groove Rockers 7pm
Nov 9th- Live Music- Cross County Lines (CCL) 8pm
Nov 22nd- Friday Night Music by Brian Kibler
Nov 27th- Thanksgiving Eve- Music by Stage Devils 7pm
Dec 14th-Saturday Night Music by TKB Trio 8pm (Drink/Food Specials)
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Tipping
Tipping a waiter/waitress is an important part of dining out in many cultures, and it’s a way to show appreciation for good service. Here’s a quick guide to help you navigate tipping practices:
General Guidelines:
Standard Tip Amount: In the United States, a typical tip is 15-20% of the total bill before taxes. The exact amount can vary depending on the level of service and your overall experience.
Exceptional Service: If the service was outstanding, you might consider tipping more than 20%. Some people tip up to 25% for exceptional service.
Poor Service: If the service was below expectations, it’s still courteous to leave a tip, although it might be less than the standard rate. Aim for at least 1015%, unless the service was particularly egregious.
Large Parties: For large groups (usually 6 or more), a gratuity is often automatically included in the bill. Check the bill to see if this is the case before adding an additional tip.
Buffets and Self-Service: For buffets, a tip of 1015% is generally appropriate, reflecting the service you receive, such as drink refills or clearing plates.
International Tipping: Tipping practices vary by
country. In many European countries, service charges are included in the bill, so an additional tip is not necessary but can still be appreciated. In Japan, tipping is not customary and can even be considered rude.
How to Tip:
Cash Tips: Leaving cash is often preferred because it ensures that the server receives the tip directly. Credit Card Tips: If tipping via credit card, make sure to write the tip amount clearly on the receipt. Check the Bill: In some restaurants, particularly in tourist areas, a tip might already be included in the bill, so check to avoid double tipping.
September 15 @ 11:00am | Furry Feet Rescue Bingo Benefit Blue Mountain Fish & Game, 4190 Wood Dr., Walnutport
Join us for another fun-filled Sunday of Bingo to raise funds for Furry Feet Rescue! We are spicing it up with the prizes! General Merchandise, Meat Trays, Gift certificates/Cards, Seafood, and more!
20 regular Games • 5 Special Games
The kitchen will be open, please no outside food! • Seating is limited to 250! Presale packages are limited to 150 online sales, leaving 100 for sale at the door. The presale package is $30.00, and packages at the door are $35.00.
PRESALE WILL CLOSE AS OF SEPTEMBER 1ST 2024 WE ARE SORRY NO EXCEPTIONS THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF PACKAGES AT THE DOOR. https://furryfeetrescue.harnessgiving.org/events/1927
Joker aka Jo Jo
Joker aka Jo Jo is very loving, compact dog. He loves to go for walks, likes belly rubs and gives kisses. He is crate trained but really doesn't need a crate. He loves to cuddle on the couch with his humans and share a dog bed with his female dog buddy. He would like to play with a younger dog but is content with chewing his bone. He is not possessive at all and will share his bowl with his buddy. He met our grandkids, and they gave him lots of attention. He does pull a bit when he starts out on a walk but calms down after a few minutes. He is 5 years young and would be a sweet addition to any home. When he came to us, he had ear infections that were left untreated, so his ears are damaged. He has been treated since but may require more ear meds down the road. Neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.
Brindle Buddies & Friends
Reading Pa 19605
Kennel License #14185 (610) 533-4141
PLEASE NOTE: At this time we are following CDC guidelines and practicing social distancing and wearing masks in our buildings The Sanctuary at Haafsville 901 Nestle Way, Breinigsville, PA 18031 dogadoptions@ thesanctuarypa.org
Clippers Pet Grooming Professional All Breed Dog and Cat Grooming Contact Stacy Goldberg or Jennifer Frable 610-824-2626
Tucker
Terrier • Walnutport • Adult • Male • Small
Health: Vaccinations up to date, spayed / neutered. Adoption fee: $400.00
Petfinder recommends that you should always take reasonable security steps before making online payments.
Tucker is a three-year-old dog with a sweet personality who loves everyone. Although he is only about 15 pounds, he does need some additional work with housetraining. If you are interested in adopting
Tucker, please be aware that you must live within an hour of the rescue. To apply for adoption, please visit www.furryfeetrescue.com. The kennel license number is #5890.
Feet Rescue
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Es ee-schtubbich Schulhaus
TOUCH OF DUTCH
Submitted by Larry Gradwohl
Bei mei Fenschder hock ich uff mei liebschter Schtuhl, Un watsch die Schteddelkinner laafe noch die Schul.
Ich sehn aa grossi Schulbusse 's Haus verbei faahre, Gelaade mit Maed un Buwe, schunn am abpaare.
Zu en mechdich Gebei sin sie all uff der Weg, Wann sie sich net bedraage, griege sie nimmi Schlaeg.
Sie hen mehner Lehrer as mir Schulkinner ghatt hen,
Un zu viel Schuler fer all mi'nanner lanne kenne.
Ich waar gemaahnt an die ee-schtubb Schul in mei Zeit,
Mir sin als geloffe, net draa gedenkt an en Reid. Eb mir gange sin, hen mir aerscht gemolke, Mir waare aa gewannt [gewarnt], der Schulmeeschder folye.
Vun's aerscht bis an's acht Yaahr waare die Kinner all zamme, Heit duhne sie sie abdeele un halde sie ausnanner.
Bei uns hen die Eldschde ausgeguckt fer die Glennschde,
Heit waerd Gleene hiede en Bodder fer die menschde.
Heit dinge sie Leit die Schul butze un hitze, Mei Schulmaemm hot's geduh, es waar net viel Zeit sich sitze.
Mir hen die Kohle gholt un abgewesche es Greidbord, Wann mir weh geduh waare, hot sie uns abgewaardt.
Der rund Kohloffe waar g'setzt in die Mitt vun die Schtubb,
Im Winder naegscht dezu uff paar Benk finscht die ganz Drupp.
Unser Gleeder hen mir ghenkt uff Hoke an die Wand,
Wege as uns nadierlich waare, waerde heit en Schand.
Wasser waar gholt in en Eemer uff en Besemschtiel, Wann mer net mehner hot, verschwendt mer net so viel.
Mir hen 's frisch ghalde in en blohschtreefich Haffe,
Mir hen gegliche 's in en Koppche rauszappe.
Zwee Briwwi hen gschtanne hinne am unser Schulhaus,
Un wann 's kalt waar, verseimt sich niemand hinne draus.
Eemol hab ich zu lang gewaart fer sie mich nutze; Ich waar heemfiehrt, die Maemm mich ausduh un uffbutze.
Mei aerschder glee 'Desk' vergess ich sei lewes net,
Der Sitz iss zammegelegt wann ich uffschteh wett.
Uff‘em hab ich gschriwwe, gesse un der Kopp
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Es waar blendi Blatz, fer Babier un Buch watt net lang gsucht.
Der Daag iss aagfange mit Bede un Biewel lese, In Englisch, hen mir die Schulmaemm die "Miss Knoll" gheese.
Wann mir hatt browiere, hen mir vun 're viel gelannt,
Un mit gut Maniere macht sie uns aa bekannt.
Es waar en Blessier Bicher lese un Gedichde saage,
Ich hab Schul so gegliche, es waar ken lange Daage.
Es waar aa Zeit fer schpiele, mir hen net yuscht gschtuddiert.
Ich wunner, hen mir die Schulmaemm genunk geschtimiert?
Die menscht Zeit sin mir mi'nanner gut aakumme,
Un waar nixnutzich, hot epper uff ihn geretscht, Bis es faddich waar, grickt der Gnarr sich gut gebletscht!
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Awwer loss eener browiere Druwwel uffdrumme,
Schul waar ghalde vun September bis die Mitt Abrill,
Mit yuscht ee Daag ab fer Grischtdaag hen mir unser Fill.
Ya, 's iss Zeit vum Yaahr fer der Bauer Hilf uffraffe
Mir hen der Winder ab ghatt, glei geht 's an 's Schaffe.
Unser Daunschip Felddaag waar ghalde in die letscht Woch,
Es gebt 'Kaendi', geboddelt 'Drinks' un 'Doggies' gekocht.
Den Daag finne mir die Gscheitschde un der schtarichscht Schpringer,
Die Schetze [Preise] waare allfatt scheeni un dewaerde Dinger.
Fer mei liebscht Ee-Schtubb-Schul hab ich gewiss Zeitlang,
TENT REVIVAL
Real Estate For Rent
Touch of Dutch
Slatington Hotel: Clean, safe, quiet, nicely furnished rooms, $110-$150/week. Private and shared bathrooms. Color TV and cable incl. Up-charge for A/C and on-premise parking. Internet avail. Furnished effic. apts also available. 732-3099671. (12/19)
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Sie schteht heit noch – fer weiders naus bin ich bang.
ABZOLUTE ENTZ. A-Z Chimneys, built, cleaned, repaired, relined! New Stoves, etc. 570-325-5727 (4/18)
Auswennich guckt sie naemlich, innewennich weess ich net,
Awwer sie bleibt en Maricker in mei Hatz, wie sie sett.
Egyptian Sands Motel: Room for Rent: Private bath, maid service, all utilities included, clean, quiet, safe, $195/week or $635/month, call 610-262-8050 for details. (3/21)
Mir sin nau im Yaahr neinzeh hunnert sex-unachtzich!
Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Saw Chain, Mower Blades, Scissors, Knives, Clipper Blades, Carbide Tip Saws, and much more. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington. 610-248-7988. (12/19)
Datt hab ich g'hockt in neinzeh hunnert dreiun-zwansich.
Ya, mei gude Schulmaemm iss alsnoch beim Lewe,
3 bedroom house for one to three adults only. No children or pets. Swamp Hollow Road, Slatington. $800 per month. Call 610-767-5454. (3/21)
Ich muss sie allfatt hoch in mei Gedanke hewe!
-Anna Faust
The One-Room Schoolhouse
Apartment for rent Danielsville: Half double. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, $1250 per month. Includes heat, electric, water, sewer and garbage. Washer/dryer hookup. Off-street parking. In-ground swimming pool. Call 610-417-9568. (3/21)
Tim's Sharpening Service: 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 (4/4)
By my window I sit on my favorite chair, And watch the town children walk to school. I also see big school busses drive past the house, Filled with girls and boys already pairing off.
Do you have broken A/C or dehumidifiers that you don't want to pay to have removed? If so, please call 610-737-5119 to schedule a free pick-up and removal. Items must be easily accessible. (10/3/19)
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SATURDAY, APRIL 13
St. John's Lutheran Church 40 Second Street, Slatington
Seatings at 4:00, 4:45, 5:30, 6:15, & 7:00 P.M.
(Take-out orders also available)
Menu: Baked Ham, Chopped Dandelion with Bacon
Dressing, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Vegetables, Bread & Butter, Homemade Desserts, Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea, & Water
Tickets: Adults – $10.00, Children (6-12) – $4.00, Children 5 and under – Free
Call church office at 610-767-6361 for tickets.
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To a huge school bldg. all are on their way, If they misbehave, they no longer get a whipping. They have more teachers than we had school children, And too many pupils, to all learn to know each other.
I was reminded of the one-room school in my time.
We walked, never thinking of a ride. Before we went, we helped to milk, We were also warned to obey the teacher.
From the 1st to the 8th year/grade the children were together.
Today they divide them and keep them separate. Our older pupils looked after the small ones, To help little ones today would be a bother for most.
Today people are hired to clean and heat the school,
My school teacher did that – there was little time to sit.
We carried the coal and washed the chalk-/ black-board,
If we hurt ourselves, she took care of us.
The round coal stove stood in the middle of the room,
In winter nearby on a bench sat the whole group. Our clothes were hung on a hook on the wall, Ways natural to us, today would be a shame.
Water was carried/fetched in a bucket on a broomstick, If you don't have much, you don't waste much. We kept it fresh in a blue striped crock, We liked to tap it out into our cups.
Two privies stood behind the school house, And when it was cold, no one lingered out back. One time I waited too long for them to be useful for me, I was led home for Mom to undress and clean me.
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take long.
The day began with prayer and Bible reading, In English we called our teacher ‘Miss Knoll.’ If we tried hard, she taught us well. She also taught us good manners.
It was a pleasure to read books and recite poems, I liked school so much. days were never long. We also had time to play; we didn't only study. I wonder, did we appreciate our teacher enough?
Most of the time we all got along well together, But if someone tried to stir up trouble And was naughty, someone tattled on him. As a result, the culprit got a good licking.
School was held from September until mid-April, With just one day off for Christmas, we had our fill.
Yes, it was the time of year for farmers to look for help.
We had the winter off: soon we’d be at work.
Our township field day was held in the last week, There was candy, soft drinks and ‘doggies.’ This day we would find the brightest, and the fastest runner, The prizes were always pretty and worthwhile.
I truly long for my beloved one-room school, It still stands – for how much longer I don't know.
Outside it looks the same, inside I don't know. But it remains a monument in my heart, as it should.
It is now the year nineteen eighty-six. There I sat back in nineteen twenty-three. Yes, my dear schoolteacher is still alive. In my memories I will always hold her high.
[Anna Faust, 1918-1989, lived in Bernville, Berks County. Several of her poems are published in book form and can be found for sale on the internet.]
-Larry Gradwohl
5 September 2024
Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity's Touch-a-Truck Festival
Saturday, October 5, 2024 • 10:00am-2:00pm Bushkill Township Recreation Fields 1114 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064 Rain or shine
Giveaways, craft tent, demos, food trucks, and LOTS of vehicles to climb on!
Tickets available at the library and www.nazarethlibrary.org
$5/ticket or $20/family pack of five tickets (for a limited time) Children under age two are free
With the Kids back in School Time to Focus on You
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With the kids back in school, it’s a great time to focus on yourself and your goals. Here are some ideas on what you could do:
Organize and Declutter: Use this time to tidy up your home or office. It’s a great way to start the school year feeling refreshed and organized.
Set Personal Goals: Think about what you’d like to achieve over the next few months. This could be related to fitness, a new hobby, or professional development.
Pursue Hobbies: Reconnect with hobbies or interests you might have put on hold. Whether it’s reading, painting, cooking, or gardening, indulge in activities that bring you joy.
Focus on Self-Care: Take time for yourself, whether it’s a new exercise routine, meditation, or simply relaxing with a good book or a favorite TV show.
Socialize: Reconnect with friends you haven’t seen in a while. Catch up over coffee or plan a small get-together.
Learn Something New: Consider taking a class or workshop to learn a new skill or deepen your knowledge in an area of interest.
Volunteer: Look for local volunteer opportunities. It’s a great way to give back to the community and meet new people.
Plan Ahead: Use this time to plan upcoming events, vacations, or family activities. It can be a productive and enjoyable way to spend your time.
Work on a Project: Whether it’s home improvement, a creative project, or a business idea, now might be the perfect time to dive into something you’re passionate about.
Reflect and Recharge: Take a moment to reflect on your goals and aspirations. It’s a good time to reset and recharge for the months ahead.
Whatever you choose, it’s a great opportunity to focus on yourself and what makes you happy..
OFF THE SHELF
Slatington Library News
submitted by Louise Bechtel
Congratulations to all the preschoolers and students who participated in the summer reading incentive program at the library. We hope you enjoyed your summer. Our winners are: Aiden and Zac Arroyo, Liam Frisch, Ben Hedmeck, Arabelle Martinez, Amanda Reily, Delaney Sabene, Moira Sander, Chora Sicher and Pearl Van Norman. Each child won a $10.00 gift card.
1,000 Books before Kindergarten, do you think you can read that many to your child? The library will kick off it’s 1,000 books before kindergarten program on August 19th at the library. Just stop in, sign up your child/children and pick up an information packet. The funding for the program was provided by a grant from the Rotary Club of Slatington. For more information, please contact the library.
The library is in the midst of its annual fund drive. Thank you to everyone who has donated.
Please consider giving a donation to the library, any amount is appreciated.
The Book Club is going on a field trip for September so there is no book selection., but they will be back in October reading “West with Giraffes”, by Lynda Rutledge. Their meeting will be held on October 7th at Blue Mountain Winery at 1:00pm. If you are interested in joining the book club, please contact the library.
The Genealogy Club will meet on September 14th. They are starting off the year with a field trip to the Family History Museum. More information to follow.
The library provides many services to the community. For a fee, we provide copies and faxes.
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A free library card gets you access to books, e-books, magazines, e-magazines and audio books from 12 libraries as well as links to 12 online databases. There are also public access computers from which you can print for a fee.
Library hours are Mon. & Wed. 9am to 7pm, Tues. 9am to 3pm, Fri. 9am to 5pm, Sat. 8am to 2:00pm. The library is closed Thursday and Sunday.
Any questions concerning this information please contact Louise Bechtel at the Library at (610) 767-6461. Thank you.
Registration Now Open For Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event
Submitted by Brittney Waylen
Registration for the 2024 Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off event is now open. This event is only for Northampton County residents; online pre-registration is required. County residents may sign up for one appointment per household. Signups are on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration often reaches capacity quickly, so residents are encouraged to register promptly and open an account with Eventbrite (www.eventbrite. com) before registration begins. A link to the event will be posted on the Northampton County homepage.
The household hazardous waste collection event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northampton Community College (3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem) and will be held rain or shine. For the safety of staff, you must enter from the campus’s Main Entrance on Green Pond Road.
Appointment times are in 15-minute increments. User instructions are available on the County’s Environmental Services webpage. After successfully
registering, a confirmation email will be sent by Eventbrite with a printable ticket attachment. If you need to change your confirmed time, you must delete or cancel your appointment on Eventbrite and re-register. There is no guarantee that an appointment will remain available if you cancel. Those who show up without an appointment will be turned away.
Acceptable waste must be generated in the home and not affiliated with any commercial business, contractor, nonprofit, organization, institution or out-of-county residence. Staff have the right to determine and refuse unauthorized material.
To be admitted to the event, each participant must:
• Show a printed ticket from Eventbrite or display the confirmation email on their smartphone
• Show proof of residency matching the contact information used for registration
• Arrive within their scheduled time frame, not before or after
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Advanced ticket sales at the library until Sept. 16th: 6 tickets for $20.00. After that date they will be 5 tickets for $20.00 or 1 ticket for $5.00. The kitchen will be open.
Additional
Waste Drop-Off Event
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• Only drop off accepted materials
• Only 50 gallons and 90 pounds of solid waste will be accepted per vehicle.
• This is a no-contact event, which means drivers must remain inside their vehicles upon arrival. The material must be accessible from the trunk, cargo area or bed of a truck. Event staff will remove all items from those locations.
Acceptable materials include paint products, automotive fluids, outdoor products (pesticides, herbicides, driveway sealers, pool chemicals, etc.), and household products (lead acid car batteries, rechargeable, lithium or button type household batteries, fire extinguishers, flammables, adhesives, aerosols, etc.).
Unacceptable materials include electronics, appliances, Freon, scrap metal, explosives, ammunition, radioactive waste, fireworks, smoke/ carbon monoxide protectors, medical waste, sharps, latex paint, alkaline batteries, gas cylinders and helium tanks. A full list of unacceptable materials can be found on the 2024 event flyer as well as the County’s Environmental Services webpage.
Local Radio Club Announces Free classes
Submitted by Heidi Butler
The Delaware Lehigh Amateur Radio Club, Inc. will offer free classes this fall for people who would like to obtain an amateur license. The class will run for 10 weeks and will prepare students to take the Federal Communications Commission’s amateur basic license examination.
Ham radio has played an important role in communications for more than 100 years and continues to do so. It is part of many emergency management plans because it can be used to communicate if landline telephone lines, cell towers and/or electric grids fail.
It also is a fun hobby for people who enjoy talking with amateur operators locally and around the world, participating in contests and field days, and even making contact with the International Space Station.
According to the American Radio Relay League, the nationally recognized organization for operators, there are more than 750,000 amateur license holders in the United States
and more than 3 million worldwide.
Based in Bethlehem, the Delaware Lehigh Amateur Club (DLARC) has more than 100 members. It is a non-profit 501(C)(3) charitable organization. Classes are offered as a community service.
The first session began on Sept. 3. Classes will be held weekly on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Northampton County 911 Center.
For details or to register, contact ke3aw@arrl. net or call 610-419-9286.
HELP WANTED Direct Support Staff
Terrapin House Inc. located in Allentown is hiring FULL and PART TIME STAFF to provide important Care and support for this young man to enable him to have the best life possible. Yes, sometimes it can be difficult, but he is worth the effort and the personal reward is immeasurable. Starting rate $20 per hour increased to $21 after 90 days and then evaluated after one year. Performance bonuses annually Immediate need for staff to rotate Weekends and overnight shifts.(Terrapin is a 24/7/365 facility) Applicant must have valid Driver’s license and pass the professional Crisis Management (PCM) training. We provide and reimburse for the training. Terrapin is a small facility for those who enjoy getting to know your co-workers. We may be small, but our vision of what is possible is not. Contact: Donna@terrapinhouse.org
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Kutztown University Welcomes Newest Members of Golden Bear Family for Fall 2024
Submitted by Bryan Salvadore
Kutztown University is pleased to welcome the newest members of the Golden Bear family, including both new, incoming freshmen and transfer students, for the upcoming 2024 fall semester.
The following students from your area are welcomed to the Golden Bear family: Kathleen Adams, of Nazareth; Taylor Atiyeh, of Northampton; Jad Baroudi, of Cherryville; Emma Barr, of Nazareth; Jacob Biery, of Northampton; Lauren Billet, of Nazareth; Logan Brader, of Northampton; Hannah Bundra, of Bath; Lance Burrier, of Nazareth; Shawn Campbell, of Bath; Shantae Cuevas, of Northampton; Samuel Duerr, of Bath; Kaelyn Gerencher, of Nazareth; Luke Houchin, of Nazareth; Matthew Lucas, of Nazareth; Emma Marth, of Nazareth; William McMahon, of Northampton; Gavin Mills, of Nazareth; Jade Mills, of Nazareth; Conner Mohn, of Nazareth; Emma Mohr, of Northampton; Alfredo MontesinosCastillo, of Nazareth; Matthew Moss, of Northampton; Rachael Moss, of Northampton; Patrick Perrin, of Northampton; Jarod Pokorny, of Bath; Leandro Ramirez, of Northampton; Lauren
Ruda, of Northampton; Antonino Russo, of Bath; Elizabeth Schlegel, of Northampton; David Schrap, of Northampton; Michael Seidick, of Northampton; Mallory Shrubsall, of Bath; Hayla Snyder, of Nazareth; Camryn Strittmatter, of Northampton; Macie Sullivan, of Nazareth; Abigail Szilagyi, of Nazareth; Lauren Szuter, of Nazareth; Colby VanNortwick, of Nazareth and Evan Zwolenik, of Northampton.
5 Tips to Control Seasonal Shedding in Dogs
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Dog shedding is something nearly every dog owner has to deal with at some point. While it can be frustrating to find fur all over your home (especially if you have allergies), shedding is a natural and essential part of a healthy dog’s life.
The good news is that you can take steps to reduce all that fur. To best withstand dog shedding season, it’s essential to understand how shedding works. You can also utilize certain techniques to help keep your dog comfortable and your house fur-free.
Why do dogs shed?
If you’re wondering why your dog is shedding so much, it’s simply because he has fur. According to The Spruce Pets, any animal with hair sheds (even people!), including your furry pup. It’s part of the hair’s natural growth cycle. Hair growth occurs in several stages:
Anagen phase: New hair grows.
Catagen phase: Hair reaches a maximum length and stops growing.
Telogen phase: Hair doesn’t grow or fall out. Exogen phase: Hair falls out (or fur sheds).
PetHelpful reports that these phases can vary from breed to breed. Poodles need clippings frequently because most of their hair stays in the anagen phase, similar to people. Other dogs may enter the exogen phase during specific seasons, such as when it gets warmer (here’s looking at you, Huskies!). Several factors can affect shedding, including the environment, hormones, breed, age, and health.
Fetch by WebMD advises, no matter the breed,
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hair. It can also help them adjust to the
When is peak dog shedding season?
Typically, seasonal shedding is abundant in fall and spring. Some dogs shed year-round, so you might not notice their loose fur as often. Dogs with double coats are more likely to shed large amounts of fur seasonally. They have an outer coat of long, stiff hairs and an undercoat of soft hairs that help keep them warm. These dogs lose their lighter summer undercoat when it gets colder, and their thick winter undercoat when it gets hotter.
How long do dogs shed?
If your dog is a seasonal shedder and spends most of her time outdoors, expect her to shed her winter coat around March through June and her summer coat around September through November. However, if she’s an indoor dog most of the time, the cycle might get disrupted. Some seasonal shedders who spend all their time indoors may lean closer to shedding year-round.
Do all dogs shed?
Most dogs shed, but it depends on the breed. If you want a dog that doesn’t shed (or rarely sheds), you must be selective when adopting. For example, the American Kennel Club lists Afghan Hounds as low shedders because they have a silky, long coat that more closely resembles human hair. However, they can still lose their hair sometimes (just like people) and need frequent grooming.
The AKC reports that the American Hairless Terrier is also considered a low-shedding dog due to having a very thin coat that rarely sheds. (Note, however, that there are hairless and coated varieties of this breed.) Hairless pups need extra care from sunburns and cold weather.
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Five tips to control seasonal dog shedding
You can’t stop your dog from shedding unless you have a breed that rarely sheds. It’s a healthy part of your pup’s life. However, you can take the following steps to reduce shedding and make it more manageable.
1. Brush your dog regularly
The first step is to brush your dog regularly. The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences recommends that you brush your pup for five to 10 minutes three to four times weekly. If you have a dog whose hair grows continuously, like many of the Doodle varieties, you might need to take your pup to the groomer for a haircut now and then.
2. Use the right kind of brush
Using the right kind of brush is important. If your dog has a curly coat, consider a wire-pin brush. Curly-haired dogs may appear to shed less, but their loose fur could be getting caught in their coat, putting them at risk of matting, advises
PetHelpful.
A short-haired dog might benefit from a rubber curry comb or a stiff bristle brush, while a dog with a longer coat may benefit from a long-bristle brush. For dogs with double coats, you may want a de-shedder brush made specifically for undercoats. If you’re not sure what’s best for your pup, ask your veterinarian.
3. Give your dog a bath
Bathing your dog can help loosen fur, letting loose fur fall in your tub rather than on your carpet. If your dog’s a seasonal shedder, you should bathe him weekly during shedding season and twice a month when he’s shedding less. Look for a shampoo with all-natural ingredients designed for skin health, rather than shampoos with chemicals or artificial colors and scents.
4. Visit your veterinarian regularly
Visit your veterinarian regularly, especially if you notice your dog is shedding more than normal.
Central Broward Animal Hospital reports that stress or anxiety in dogs can cause excess shedding. Even allergies in dogs can cause hair loss, and pups can be allergic to anything from food to a household cleaner or even flea bites. Skin conditions like ringworm can also cause hair loss, and more serious illnesses such as thyroid disorders. So, remember to visit your veterinarian.
5. Ask your vet about dog food or supplements to help reduce shedding In some situations, dog food or supplements such as omega-3 fatty acids might help with
shedding problems, especially if a health issue such as allergies or an unbalanced diet is the root cause, reports WikiHow. Even dehydration can cause hair loss. Be sure to consult with your veterinarian before trying anything new on your dog; don’t experiment on your own. While shedding is a natural part of a dog’s life, regular grooming and a healthy lifestyle can help reduce the amount of loose fur flying around your home. As an added bonus, your time spent brushing your pup can help build a deeper bond between you and your furry best friend.
Indianland Garden Club
The Indianland Garden Club will hold their next meeting on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Hope Lutheran Church on Route 248 in Cherryville.
Park in the large parking lot under the lights and enter through the door to the left of the overhead drive-thru.
Our Speaker will be Sue Drabic, Master Gardener. Her topic is “10 Plants That Changed The World”
Doors open at 6 pm and speaker begins at 7 pm, followed by refreshments and Specimen viewing. The night ends with the business meeting.
Hope to see you there.
Children eat what they like, but food intake
dislike
By Jeff Mulhollem
It is often said that “children eat what they like,” but the results of a new study by Penn State nutritionists and sensory scientists suggests that when it comes to meals, it is more accurate and more relevant to say, “children do not eat what they dislike.”
There is an important difference, according to lead researcher Kathleen Keller, associate professor in the departments of Nutritional Sciences and Food Science, who conducted an experiment involving 61 children ages 4-6 years to assess the relationship between their liking of foods in a meal and subsequent intake. The research revealed that when presented with a meal, disliking is a stronger predictor of what youngsters eat than liking.
“In other words, rather than high-liking driving greater intake, our study data indicate that lowerliking led children to avoid some foods and leave them on the plate,” she said. “Kids have a limited amount of room in their bellies, so when they are
handed a tray, they gravitate toward their favorite thing and typically eat that first, and then make choices about whether to eat other foods.”
Study co-author John Hayes, professor of food science and director of the Sensory Evaluation Center in the College of Agricultural Sciences, puts
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it another way.
“For 50 plus years, we’ve known liking and intake are positively correlated, but this often leads to the mistaken assumption that if it tastes better, you will eat more,” he said. “Reality is a bit more nuanced. In adults, we know that if you really like a food, you may or may not eat it. But if you don’t like it, you’ll rarely or never eat it. These new data show the same pattern is true in young kids.”
Children participated in two identical laboratory sessions in the study conducted in Keller’s Children’s Eating Behavior Laboratory in the College of Health and Human Development, where seven foods — chicken nuggets, ketchup, potato chips, grapes, broccoli, cherry tomatoes and cookies — were included on a tray. Also included were two beverages, fruit punch and milk.
Before eating the meals, children were asked to rate their liking of each food on the following five-point scale — Super Bad, Bad, Maybe GoodMaybe Bad, Good and Super Good. After the children had eaten as much of the meal as they
wanted, the researchers weighed what they ate and compared the results with what the kids said they liked and disliked. The correlations were striking.
In findings recently published in the journal Appetite, the researchers reported that the relationship between liking and intake was not strong for most of the foods. For instance, only liking for potato chips, grapes, cherry tomatoes and fruit punch was positively associated with the amount consumed. But no associations were found between liking and intake of other meal items.
However, there was a strong correlation between consumption — or nonconsumption in this case — and the foods the children said they didn’t like. At a multi-component meal, rather than eating what they like, these data are more consistent with the notion that children do not eat what they dislike, the researchers concluded.
Even at a young age, children’s food choices are influenced by their parents and peers, Keller pointed out. So, we need to be careful with assumptions about what truly is driving their behavior when they sit down to eat a meal.
“They pick up on what is said around the table about what foods are good, and while that may not actually correspond to kids eating them, they are taking it all in, and that’s affecting their perceptions of foods,” she said. “Milk is a good example of that — for some families, there may
be a health halo effect around milk. Kids learn from an early age that drinking milk will give them a strong body, so they may drink milk even if it’s not their favorite beverage.”
Because children in the United States continue to consume insufficient amounts of vegetables, the findings of research projects such as this one are of great interest to parents, many of whom struggle to get their kids to eat vegetables, Keller believes. Parents want to know how they can improve their kids’ nutrition.
“Some parents struggle with kids who are very picky eaters,” she said. “That can cause long-term nutrition issues and creates a lot of stress for the family. I think picky eating is one of the most common complaints that I hear from parents — ‘How do I get my child to accept more foods? How do I make the dinner experience better and easier for my family?’”
Also contributing to this research were Catherine Shehan, a former graduate student in the Department of Food Science who is currently a quality manager at Epic in Madison, Wisconsin; Terri Cravener, research coordinator and manager of the Children’s Eating Lab at Penn State; and Haley Schlechter, nutritional sciences major.
What to Know about Fall Sports for Kids Back-to-School Guide for Parents
Patrick Mularoni, M.D.
School is back in session and many kids are preparing to participate in a variety of fall sports activities. In this week’s On Call for All Kids, Patrick Mularoni, M.D., medical director of the Pediatric Sports Medicine Division at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, answers questions about preparing your kids to take part in sports.
When should kids start playing sports?
This is a decision that needs to be made by parents because every child is different. Some kids are ready to go and play soccer at age 4, and others are not ready whether physically or emotionally at that age. First we need to ask ourselves why we are thinking about organized sports for a child. The main reasons should be to have fun, to get the child out with other children their age to socialize and also to expose them to opportunities for the structure that the rules of sport creates.
Parents need to recognize cues from their child that they may be ready to play a sport. How well does your child do in group settings? Are they able to leave you and freely play with others? These are hard questions, but most parents are starting to expose their child to some sport activity by 6 years of age.
How about for older school-age kids? What things should parents do to help them be successful in sports?
The first thing is to be supportive and to help the child understand that, although sports are competitive and there is a winner and loser, there is a benefit to both winning and losing. You can help set children up for success by practicing the sport at home or in a non-competitive environment so they can get used to kicking, throwing or
whatever is involved in the sport you choose. Older children should be doing some more intense preseason training to get in shape before the season starts. This will also help children who spend a lot of time indoors to acclimate to the environment, getting used to playing a sport in
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the hot and often humid Florida environment. There seem to be more and more kids specializing in one sport these days. Is that helping them get ahead of their peers?
Early sports specialization is a big problem in youth sports. In the short term, it might help kids become one of the best players on their team, but we need to examine at what cost. Overuse injuries are becoming more common in youth athletes, and
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I am personally a fan of children playing multiple sports until at least middle school. This helps to avoid the overuse of doing the same workout and same motions year in and year out. A break is a good thing for children and so is variety. If we look to our children’s idols in the professional sports, all of those athletes take an offseason and many use that time to cross train or do a sport or activity that is different from their professional sport. We should follow the lead of pros and train like them. How about injuries? You often hear, “No pain. No gain.”
When people say that mantra they are referring to the discomfort of pushing through a hard workout. It’s OK to feel discomfort from muscle fatigue during strenuous exercise, but parents should be concerned if children are leaving the field in pain. There is a difference between being sore and having joint pain. Joint pain is not something that children should experience. If you notice that your child is complaining of pain in a jointthen it is definitely time to see a doctor who is comfortable treating youth athletes.
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