Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette September 7

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By John Hall for Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette

Everyone goes to a restaurant at some point. And some of us go more often than maybe we should. Why do we go? One reason is because on a few levels restaurants make our lives easier, whether you’re getting takeout or dining in.

Sometimes we go to a restaurant to save time so we don’t have to cook and can arrive home with a hot meal ready for the family. Other times we just want to sit down and relax for an hour while

someone else does the cooking and then brings the food right to our table. Or maybe, we want to go out and experience something we don’t know how to prepare ourselves. But no matter our reasons, the bottom line is really that restaurants can give us comfort – in addition to comfort food.

In this issue, we’re going to talk about restaurants and eating out. We’re going to talk about the pleasure of going to one, but also those service charges that started appearing during the pandemic that some restaurants are keeping on the “menu.”

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Be sure and read “Confusing Restaurant ‘Service Charges’” for more information around that.

We’re also going to bring you a couple of “copycat” recipes of favorite restaurant foods. One of my favorite chain restaurants is KFC, and no matter what type of chicken I order, I almost always start my meal with a forkful of their amazing coleslaw. I just love it! So that is actually one of our two “copycat” recipes in this issue. Read “Two Great Copycat Recipes” for the secret of KFC’s coleslaw, as well as one more very famous and very favorite recipe – in copycat form – for something delicious from Outback Steakhouse. Now although the carefree fun of summer has pretty much wound down, that doesn’t mean backyard grilling can’t carry on for a few more weeks – a different form of “eating out” that many people love and hate to see end with the Labor Day weekend. We’re going to look at several ways

to lighten your grilling fare looking beyond summer hamburgers and hotdogs. We hope you enjoy our tips for “Cool and Healthy Autumn Grilling” and for keeping the heat out of the kitchen a few more weeks, while also bringing new flavors and a new attitude to your outdoorprepped autumn meals.

In “Four Post-COVID Restaurant Trends” we look at exactly that. There were some restaurant industry trends that began during the pandemic, but are now here to stay. We’re going to look at four of them, from the use of technology to ongoing staffing issues and the impact these trends are having on our customer experience even now.

And lastly, we are looking at one of the great takeout foods of all time: pizza. We are combining some very interesting facts about the origins of pizza that you may not know with a local pizzeria profile. The whole Walnutport-Slatington area has many pizzeria options but we’re highlighting just one in “Pizza and D’Sopranos Pizzeria.”

So that’s what we have for you this time around. Please join us next issue when we start “Getting Ready for Fall.” Until then!

Cool and Healthy Autumn Grilling

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With the weather supposedly staying hot for the next few weeks, you might be planning to keep grilling outdoors into the early autumn to keep the heat out of your kitchen. If you do, here are some great ways to not only keep it cool indoors, but keep things light on the grill.

Tip #1: Stack It Up on Skewers

Portion control is one of the biggest challenges when it comes to backyard grilling. One creative

solution to setting reasonable portion sizes is to skewer your meat and vegetables to create tasty kebabs.

This is an excellent way to add more veggies to your menu, and you’ll be able to better understand your portion sizes ahead of time. Plus, your guests will absolutely love the presentation.

Tip #2: Add Some Colorful Veggies to the Grill

Potato salad, macaroni salad, and mashed potatoes are all staples of the American barbecue, but those items are often loaded with empty

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calories, extraordinary amounts of carbohydrates, and extra fat.

This year, try using a vegetable grill basket filled with cut-up peppers, onions and squash, as well as broccoli and mushrooms, or simply place them directly on the grill. Mix a light amount of olive oil in with your veggies and season to taste. You will create a delicious and colorful side dish that won’t add a lot of calories to your meal.

Tip #3: Opt for Poultry and Pork over Red Meat

While steaks and beef burgers are among the most popular items to put on the grill, there’s evidence to suggest that overconsumption of red meat can be a detriment to your overall health. So this fall, think about going lighter.

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By replacing that red meat with poultry or pork, you can lower your consumption of saturated fat, which contributes to higher cholesterol levels that may, in turn, increase your risk of heart disease. Just remember to choose chicken or pork products that are lean and lower in fat when you’re making your selections.

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calories you can save by opting for fish over beef, poultry, or pork. Moreover, fish is a great source of high-quality protein and low-fat nutrients.

Tip #5: Try Skin-Free Chicken

If you’re sticking with chicken, one of the easiest ways to cut back on calories is to remove the skin. Yes, grilled chicken with the skin left on is delicious, but it’s much higher in fat, specifically saturated fat.

If you’re doing the chicken without the skin this time around, make sure to remove it before you start grilling. If you remove the skin when you’re done cooking the chicken, you’ll lose all the flavor of your seasoning or marinades.

Tip #4: Consider Salmon and Seafood as Alternatives

If you want to take the next step towards an even healthier entrée, seafood is a great place to start. Fish can be grilled quickly, and with just a little bit of oil, you can keep your salmon or seafood selection from sticking on the grill – making it relatively easy to cook as well.

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Two Great Copycat Recipes

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Have you ever eaten something at a restaurant that you fall in love with? Well, in this article we have two “copycat” recipes for two favorites: One from KFC and one from Outback Steakhouse. Enjoy!

Copycat “KFC Coleslaw”

Quick and easy to prepare – in just about 10 minutes total time – this crunchy coleslaw in

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creamy dressing tastes just like the slaw from KFC. It gives 12 servings and can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Ingredients

8 cups cabbage finely chopped (about 1 head)

1/4 cup shredded carrot (about 1 carrot)

2 tablespoons minced onion

1/3 cup sugar

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup buttermilk

1/4 cup milk

2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together the milk, buttermilk, mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice and vinegar. Then add the finely chopped onion, carrot and cabbage along with the salt and pepper. Toss to thoroughly coat the vegetables in the dressing. Chill for 2-8 hours and serve.

Copycat “Outback Bloomin’ Onion” and Sauce

This one is a little more complicated. Prepping the “bloomin’ onion” takes about 40 minutes. The sauce takes about five minutes, but then needs 30 minutes in the refrigerator to chill. Total servings: 4.

Ingredients (Bloomin’ Onion)

• 1/3 cup cornstarch

• 2 teaspoons minced garlic

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour divided use

• 2 tablespoons paprika divided use

• 2 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper divided

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• 12 ounces beer

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 4 Vidalia onions or other large sweet onions

• Bloomin’ Onion Sauce or Creamy Chili Sauce to serve

Instructions (Bloomin’ Onion)

• To make the batter, combine the cornstarch, minced garlic, and salt with 1 1/2 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of paprika, and 2 teaspoons of ground black pepper. Mix well. Add the beer and mix to combine.

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• To make the seasoned flour, combine the garlic powder and cayenne pepper with 2 cups of flour, 4 teaspoons of paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Mix well.

• Cut about 3/4 inch off the top of the onions and peel them. Cut each onion into 12 to 16 vertical wedges, but do not cut through the bottom root end. Remove about 1 inch of petals from the center of the onion. You may want to separate the onion petals slightly, but don’t overdo it or you will destroy the onion.

• Dip the onions into the seasoned flour and

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shake off the excess. Then dip the onions into the batter, separating the petals to ensure they are thoroughly coated. Then dip the onions into the seasoned flour again.

• Heat the oil in a deep fryer or pan to 375°F to 400°F. Gently place the onions into the oil and deep-fry for 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Remove the onions from the oil and drain on paper towels.

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Ingredients (Bloomin’ Onion Sauce)

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 2 teaspoons ketchup

• 2 tablespoons

horseradish (little less)

• 1/4 teaspoon paprika

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 dash ground black pepper

• 1 dash cayenne pepper

Instructions (Bloomin’ Onion Sauce) Combine all ingredients and mix well. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Delivery is no longer optional. / Ordering takeout used to be possible at certain types of restaurants specifically set up to cater to the takeout market. With the rise of delivery services like Uber Eats, and the catalyst of the pandemic, it’s now the norm for a much broader array of eateries to offer delivery services to customers who don’t want to visit in-person.

This, in turn, has contributed to the expansion of so-called ‘ghost kitchens,’ which are essentially industrial units that don’t seat diners but simply exist to prepare takeout orders, often for existing

restaurants and brands with multiple physical locations in a market.

Labor shortages are an ongoing challenge. / As is the case in other industries, such as healthcare, this trend also impacts restaurants. Even with the pandemic receding, short-term illness and long-term conditions are more likely to disrupt operations than in the past.

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Chains and franchises are more dominant. / Many of the establishments that have emerged successfully post-COVID are not unique local restaurants, but rather locations operated by large hospitality brands. It’s to be expected that the companies with the biggest budgets and most consumer clout would be best positioned to recover

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Chains and franchises aren’t just in a stronger position to open new locations or revive previously shuttered stores; they can also absorb rent increases and maximize profitability with their access to vast supply chains and centralized support.

Technology is altering the customer experience. / There’s no question that the availability of technology helped the boom in restaurant delivery during the pandemic. However, the in-house dining experience has also shifted under the onslaught of new systems and solutions.

The unglamorous – yet effective – QR code is a great example of this. Whether providing access to nutritional information or allowing customers to place orders from their table without needing a server to attend to them, it’s a solution to many of the post-COVID issues that food outlets continue to face.

Behind the scenes, software can now predict demand and adjust the orders restaurants place

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with suppliers to ensure that they’re only receiving the amounts of produce they require. By doing that the technology helps minimize waste along with costs.

Final Thought: One thing that seems set in stone is that people still enjoy going out to dinner. Restaurants will always be there to satisfy this demand, in spite of the blow the pandemic dealt to the industry.

does go to servers, or employee benefit funds, but it can also go toward the overall cost of running the business.

Many customers feel a restaurant should price accordingly to the level needed to run their business, rather than having multiple added-on service charges – especially if not revealed until the bill comes.

A Growing Trend

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Restaurant service charges are multiplying. Maybe you’ve noticed that $3.50 service charge for using a credit card, rather than paying cash. Or how about a one dollar, or fifty-cent service charge for each takeout container? Depending on where you eat and how many service charges you get hit with on your bill, a $42 meal can quickly approach $50 or more, with taxes added in. And the thing is, none of these service charges are the tip you might plan on leaving your server.

Diner Confusion

Diners say that confusing service fees are driving up the cost of meals – and according to recent restaurant industry research, they’re tired of it. Many restaurants implemented surcharges as a way to rebound from the pandemic. But at some establishments, these extra costs are sometimes only revealed after the diner gets an itemized receipt, as opposed to being noted somewhere on the menu. A lot of customers are saying that’s dishonest.

Many diners appreciate that it’s been a difficult few years for restaurants, but in some cases, they feel tricked into paying extra charges. Especially because a “service fee” is not the same as a tip and does not generally go to servers. Instead, the fee ends up in the hands of a restaurant owner, who will spend it however they see fit. Sometimes, it

Although it may feel like surcharges are everywhere, they’re still not the standard in the industry. A representative for the National Restaurant Association said that only about 15% of restaurants nationwide report adding fees or surcharges.

According to the National Restaurant Association, the typical restaurant business model is not set up to deal with the sustained and accelerated cost of food and labor, which is putting extraordinary pressure on operators. That’s something most people can probably appreciate if they think about it. The extra fees are there to soften the pressure on the business owner.

Some customers argue however that restaurants should raise prices to help shoulder new costs, rather than adding sometimes undefined fees. From the owner perspective some feel prices have already gone up so much that raising the prices on a menu even more would lead to sticker shock and drive away business. But bad feelings in the minds of customers from extra fees can just as easily drive people away.

Finding Solutions

Customers may not be happy about a service fee, but there are ways owners can be more transparent, because according to one industry expert, customer anger rises when restaurants are not being transparent. People prefer to see all surcharges listed on the menu before they order their food and also, they want to know what those non-tip charges are for. No matter how it works out, unfortunately it seems that surcharges are here to stay.

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Pizza and D’Sopranos Pizzeria

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Pizza is an incredibly popular food in our region and all over the world! It is enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you prefer it thin and crispy, like the variety found in China called bing or thick and chewy like the Neapolitan pizza of Italy, there is no denying that pizza is a delicious and satisfying dish. Pizza is also a beloved part of our global culinary heritage. Whether you like a plain cheese pizza, “the works” with everything on it or anything in between, there are pizzas that anyone can love.

Walnutport Pizzeria: D’Sopranos

Here in the Walnutport-Slatington area, D’Sopranos Pizzeria is a favorite of many. As a matter of fact, in response to its popularity with customers, D’Sopranos has recently undergone a

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beautiful expansion of its operations, from the kitchen to the dining area. Although it might be tempting to order online, actually visiting D’Sopranos and sitting down to eat in the new dining area is a very enjoyable experience.

A Full Menu

D’Sopranos actually serves far more than just pizza. In addition to a full range of pizzas you can also sit down and enjoy Italian specialties from baked dinners to stuffed calzone and more.

Online, reviewers shower the restaurant with

praise. One customer came with a party of three and between them they had a cheesesteak, an Italian hoagie, garlic knots and a salami-hampepperoni and mozzarella Stromboli. According to the comments from this party it was all delicious and the sauce is “AMAZING!”

In terms of its actual pizzas, D’Sopranos serves a wide range of “gourmet specialty pizzas.” Those include four varieties of White Pizza, including White Pizza Primavera, as well as Hawaiian Pizza, German Pizza and Pizza Rustica to mention just a few. You can find the full D’Sopranos menu online and can then order everything from the pizzas to wraps and multiple entrées.

Origins of Pizza

So you might be wondering, where did pizza come from? One story says that while visiting the country of China, Marco Polo discovered cong you bing, a scallion pancake. He developed an affinity for the dish during his trip and convinced bakers to re-create it for him upon his return to Italy. It is said that over time, the bakers made adaptions to the recipe that eventually became pizza. While there may be some debate over the origins of pizza, it is clear that the dish has a long and rich history in both China and Italy. From the early flatbreads of ancient China to the modern-day

pizza that is enjoyed all over the world, pizza has evolved and adapted to new tastes and preferences. Although pizza has its roots in China, it was in Italy that the dish truly came into its own. And today in Walnutport, you can experience the best of Italian pizza at D’Sopranos Pizzeria. Stop in at D’Sopranos soon for a pizza or a full meal and check out the new renovations: D’Sopranos Pizzeria, 255 S Best Ave, Walnutport, PA 18088; 610-760-2428; http://www.dsopranos.com/

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End of summer for travelers

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Day weekend are up 19% compared to 2022.

Drivers taking road trips this Labor Day weekend will likely see slightly higher gas prices compared to last year. The national average for a gallon of regular was $3.78 on Labor Day 2022 but has been above $3.80 for the past couple of weeks. Gas prices have spiked this summer because of tight supply and the high cost of oil.

Best and worst times to travel by car

INRIX, a global provider of transportation data and insights, expects Thursday, August 31, between 2 and 6 p.m. to be the busiest time on the roads during the extended Labor Day weekend. Friday, September 1 is also expected to have higher than normal traffic volumes between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. More travelers interested in travel insurance, extended vacations

A new survey of AAA travel advisors reveals topics and trends on the minds of travelers this summer:

• 59% of AAA Travel Advisors have seen more interest in travel insurance over the past 60 days.

• 83% of AAA Travel Advisors say the most

common concern from travelers over the past 60 days was getting stranded by a delayed or canceled flight.

• 64% of AAA Travel Advisors say travelers who booked extended vacations (at least 14 nights) said having more time to explore destinations was their main reason for taking an extended trip.

• AAA Travel Advisors are seeing high interest among travelers for ocean and river cruises, plus all-inclusive and guided-tour vacations.

Survey methodology

AAA sent surveys to a random sample of AAA Travel Advisors between July 12 and July 26. AAA received a response from 165 travel advisors.

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Events

FALL MUM SALE & BAKE SALE

- Saturday, September 16, 9 am–2:00 pm. Rain or Shine. On the porch @Lehigh Township Historical Society. 3811 Lehigh Dr., Northampton, Rt. 248 by Indian Trail Park. Colors: white, red, yellow, orange, purple: $8.25 each, 3 for $24. (9/7)

Chicken BBQ September 9, 4 to 7 pm at St. John’s UCC, Laurys Station. (1 mile west off Route 145 on Rising Sun Road) First 300 served, eat in or take out. Call church office for tickets, 610-2628061. Adult $10 (1/2 chicken, baked potato, corn on cob, lettuce w/ bacon dressing, beverage, dessert ), Kids $5 (2 drum sticks, Mac N Cheese, applesauce , cookie, beverage) (9/7)

Flea Market: Saturday September 16, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church 1904 Main St. Northampton. Collectibles, kitchenware, linens, books, DVD’s, holiday items, appliances, furniture, toys, games, purses, tools and more! Reasonably priced - EVERYTHING MUST GO!!! (9/7)

Help Wanted

SALES ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE,

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY: Do you enjoy sales? Are you a people person? Are you computer savvy? Do you possess good customer service skills? Are you passionate about preserving the written word? The Home News is seeking a Marketing and Sales Account Executive. Interested candidates, please email resume to cstroh@ homenewspa.com.

FREELANCER: The Home News is seeking a freelance writer to cover Nazareth Borough Council meetings the first Monday of every month at 6 p.m. Knowledge of AP Style is a plus. Email resume and writing sample to cstroh@homenewspa. com.

Real Estate for Rent

Room For Rent: Walnutport, Furnished, WIFI and Cable, Utilities inc. Use of deck and grill, full size refrigerator, convenient parking. Clean and quiet. Laundry on premises. No pets. One person only, call 610-767-5864 after 10 a.m. Appt. only (10/19)

Apartment Slatington: New 2 bedroom, spacious, eat-in kitchen, living room, bathroom with linen closet, one-piece tub shower. NO PETS and no smoking, W/S/G included. $700 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691.

Slatington Hotel: Clean, safe, quiet, nicely furnished rooms, $150-$250/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. 610-577-0898. (12/21)

Wanted to Buy

WE BUY HOUSES! Any condition. Any location. Any Price. Call or Text

TODAY! Steve Walden 610-390-3275

The Walden & Randall Team Re/Max Unlimited Real Estate 610-266-4000 (11/6)

Real Estate for Sale

FOR SALE: GUY THING TLC

NEEDED 2001 Dodge Ram 4x4, selling as-is $2,500. Call 484-6355477. No mule traders. (9/7)

Services Available

Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Saw Chain, Mower Blades, Scissors, Knives, Clipper Blades, Carbide Tip Saws, and much more. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington. 610-248-7988. (12/21)

Tim's Sharpening Service: Let me take care of your sharpening needs. Circular saws, carbide circular saw blades, planer blades, scissors, electric hedge fence trimmers, lawn mower blades, axes, chisels, chain saws, etc. Call 610-767-5171 or 610-751-6182 (12/21)

Sergey Tile & Marble: 25+ years in business. We offer tile installation, bathrooms, kitchens plus more. Senior Discount, call for details 484-794-0756 or text Sergey 215-669-5032 (10/19)

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Faith Alive Church

SEPTEMBER UPCOMING EVENTS

Faith Alive Church, 678 Pine St., Palmerton (Bowmanstown), holds two services each Sunday with Pastor Rob Timlin.

At 8:30 am is the Contemporary Service followed by Sunday School for all ages at 9:45 am and then Traditional Service at 11 am.

You can worship in person or on Facebook live. For more information about Faith Alive please look at the website www.faithalivechurch.net or call the office at 610-852-2805.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Sept. 7 - 6:30 pm Choir

Sept. 10- BACK TO CHURCH 8:30 am Worship, 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship

Sept. 12 -10:00 am Silver Sisters Exercise, 11:30 am Bible Study, 2:00 pm Prayer Shawl

Sept. 13- 7:00 pm Prayer & Praise

Sept. 14- 6:30 pm Choir

Sept. 15- NEWSLETTER ITEMS DUE

Sept. 17- 8:30 am Worship, 9:45 am Sunday

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Donation to the Slatington Public Library

The Slatington Open Golf Tournament donated $1,000 to the Slatington Public Library. Carlton Miller, representing the Slatington Open presents the check to Rosanne Pugh, the Slatington Public Library Director.

Christina’s Reptile

ZooPetting and Moon Bounce for kids

Come meet Philadelphia Flyers and Phantoms Frank “The Animal” Bialowas! He will be signing autographs at 3:15-5pm after the 1st band. Frank was recently featured on the front page of the Philadelphia Inquirer! He also has a book and a movie coming out soon!

Rain date: Sun., Sept. 17th • 12-8

Band Line-up: Midnight Special Band 1-3pm • Barons 3 Trio 4-6pm

The Buzzz Band 7-9pm

*Bands Sponsored by Rentschler’s Auto Dealerships

Bring a Hygiene Product (examples: Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Deodorant) to “Fill The TRUCK” to help others in need.

10+ Food Trucks • Stone Lake Winery

Doan Distillery • Funks Brewery

Live Entertainment All Day

Faith Alive Church

School, 11:00 am Worship

Sept. 19 10:00 am Quilting Group, 10:00 am Silver Sisters Exercise, 11:30 am Bible Study

Sept. 20- 7:00 pm Prayer & Praise

Sept 21- 6:30 pm Choir

Sept. 24- 8:30 am Worship, 9:45 am Sunday School, 11:00 am Worship, 12;15 pm – 301 Class

Sept. 26 – 10:00 am Silver Sisters Exercise, 11:30 am Bible Study, 7:00 pm Trustee Meeting

Sept. 27 – 7:00 pm Prayer Praise

Sept. 28 – 6:30 pm Choir

Save the date: community soup social saturday, Oct. 7, 2023 6-8 Pm inLleah’s room donations accepted for the gathering place mission in Weissport.

Upcoming ..Mark your calendars***** fall ladies luncheon Saturday, October 28, 2023 10:30 am –12:30 pm. Pray expectantly and wait to see what god lays on our hearts to share. More info coming soon. We hope to see you there!!!!!! Ladies luncheon committee.

74th Slatington H.S. Reunion

Those attending at Blue Mountain Restaurant were: Back Row Wallace Smith, Gloria Martin, Eleanor Petrich, Sherwood Green, Front Row: Catherine Geiger, Margaret Blose

We will be bringing “School Days in Lehigh Township” to the big screen on Sunday, September 24th, at Becky’s Drive-In.

26th Annual Slatington Library Basket Social

Saturday, October 7th

The public is welcome! Featuring one-room and double-room schoolhouses in Lehigh Township in 1946 and the “New” Lehigh Township Elementary School in 1956.

More information to follow in the next gazette issue.

10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Drawing begins at 1:45pm. At the Citizens Fire Co. #1 (Slatedale) 3922 Main St., Slatedale, PA

Limited seating, you are invited to stay for the drawing Food will be served. Eat In/Takeout. Check our website www.slatingtonlibrary.org Tickets 1 ticket/$5.00 5 tickets/$20.00

Advance sale incentive until 9/23 6 tickets for $20.00 For more info. call the library 610-767-6461

Filmed by William “Becky” Beck on 16mm B&W & color film.

Soup, Sandwich, & PA Dutch Corn Pie Sale

St. John's Lutheran Church 40 Second Street, Slatington

Orders due Sunday, September 17; Pick-up is Saturday, September 23, between 9:00 and 11:00 A.M.

Sandwich is: Ham, Turkey, & Cheese Club

Sandwich on a Kaiser roll is $6.50 each.

Soup choices are: Loaded Pierogie Soup

($7.00 per quart); Old-Fashion Chicken

Noodle Soup

($7.00 per quart), and Seafood Chowder

($8.00 per quart).

PA Dutch Corn Pie is $15.00 each.

You can call your order into the church office at 610-767-6361, Harrison at 610-216-4284, or email Harrison at williamshj2514@msn.com.

LAUGH OUT LOUD

Doors open at 5 pm. Dinner (baked chicken, potato, vegetable, salad, roll, dessert) served 5:30-7 pm. Desire will perform from 7-10 pm. Open bar serving soda, beer, wine. Tickets $25 in advance $30 at door. Call Stacy 610-837-3465 for more info or tickets.

Slatington History Committee Announces Fall History Presentation

PETERSVILLE ROD & GUN CLUB RIDE FOR K9 KOP PROJECT

Saturday, September 9th, 2023

Admission: $20 pp, kids 12 and under free

Rain Date:

Sunday, September 10th, 2023

Place:

Petersville Rod & Gun Club, 550 Club Road, Bath, PA 18104

Call for more info: MIKE @ 484-634-0909

Basket Social:

Friday, Sep 8th, 2023, 4 pm to 9 pm, & Saturday, Sep 9th 2023, 9 am to 6 pm

Price includes food, beverages, and live entertainment

Registration from 10 am to 12 noon

Kickstands up at 12 noon

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT K9 KOP PROJECT DUE TO K9 DOGS BEING PRESENT, NO ANIMALS ALLOWED

The Slatington History Preservations Committee is sponsoring a program entitled “A Walk Among Some Of Our Earliest Settlers to be held on Saturday, September 23 at Heidelberg Union Church, 5187 Irvin Road, Slatington (Heidelberg Township.) Join the committee as they highlight families and individuals who were influential in the founding of Heidelberg Township and the Heidelberg Union Church. The program will also spotlight a few families and individuals of Heidelberg Township who later settled in the Slatington area and helped the town grow and prosper. The program is free and open to the public and begins at 2 PM. Parking is available in the church parking lot. The event will be held in the church fellowship hall. This is the fifth 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.

“On Aug. 15,2023 Carlton Miller (right)from the Slatington Open Golf Tournament graciously donated $1,000.00 to the Northern Lehigh Recreation Authority at their monthly board meeting. Accepting the check on behalf of the NLRA is David Schnaars on left. “

The month of July began with an annual celebration for the birth of our nation on July 4th. However, two days prior to the 4th,. we at St. Paul's began in earnest., the celebration of our church's 275th Annlversary -year, by opening up our cornerstone which was put in place for the rededication of 1976. Most people have a celebration even thongh it often means work and preparation for others. One interesting fact about this celebration is that we as a church are celebrating 275 years. We as a nation, are celebrating 247 years! "'while the nunbers matter slightly, the more

powerful position is that we as a community of faith have been serving the Lord for many, many years. We realize that in Europe there are many churches that are thousands of years old. We have not attained that, but we have come from humble beginnings to this point today. ff those early church starters could see where their work has grown and how much dillerent the building and the world is, wouldn't they be a bit surprised and perhaps even overwhelmed?

We think they wou]d be pretty satisfied 'With where the church has grown, how it has changed and adapted, and just how very many lives have been touched by God in this one space! Let us rejoice and be glad it!

As we said before:, St. Paul's is just starting to begin the celebration and we will hopefully keep eveiyone informed as we move forward. Please keep an eye on our bulletins, newsletter and info on the 2 signs just off of Rt. 248!

New Northern Lehigh Seniors Group to Begin September 12th

The Northern Lehigh Recreation Authority is starting a new group that will meet monthly and cover subjects of interest to Northern Lehigh’s senior community. The Northern Lehigh Seniors will begin on Tuesday, September 12th, 10:00am at the Vigilant Fire Company, 110 S. Walnut St. in Slatington. Representatives from St. Luke’s Health will discuss shoulders and rotator cuffs at the inaugural meeting.

The new, monthly program is free and open to seniors that live in and around the Northern Lehigh community. Its goal is to provide education, fellowship and fun. Seniors will learn new things, meet new people and enjoy getting together. Special guest speakers will provide information on health and wellness, safety, history, financial planning and various assistance programs available to seniors. Participants will also discuss other possible programs and potential trip destinations.

For more information on the NL Seniors, contact the Northern Lehigh Recreation Authority at 484633-0093 or nlrecauthority@gmail.com.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

8227 Hamilton Blvd, Breinigsville, PA 18031

610 398-7000

FALL 2023

BASKET SOCIAL

Refreshments, Bake Sale and Entertainment

Saturday, September 23, 2023

10:00AM – 4:00PM

Enjoy Municipal Band of Allentown Concert at 1:00PM (bring a lawn chair)

Ticket Prices – Cash Only

Baskets and Gift Cards - $5 per card (26 tickets on each card)

If purchased in advance - $20 for 5 cards; at door - $25 for 5 cards

Specials - $5 for 6 tickets / Grand Prize –$5 per ticket

Bring a non-perishable food item for a chance to win a large Paper Products Basket

To purchase tickets in advance contact Anita at 484 221-0445 or email anita.eisenhard@yahoo.com

You do not need to be present to win!! For additional information: www.stpaulsbville.org/BasketSocial

OFF THE SHELF

First, the Library Board of Trustees, the Friends of NAPL, and the library staff would like to give a great BIG thank you to the Scouts Cub Pack 33 from Bath and their organizers Tricia Shellhammer and Cassie Evanczik for weeding and cleaning up the outside of the library. Your hard work is very much appreciated and made the library grounds beautiful again! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Second, we would like to wish a fond farewell and a hearty congratulations to Daisy Aptovka who was this year's recipient of the Friends of Northampton Area Public Library Scholarship. Daisy was a hardworking, exhuberant library employee who is now off to start her college career at Penn State Lehigh Valley.

Finally, we all know you've been waiting to hear more news about our Annual Autumn Online

610-799-3344

Auction & Basket Social. The auction begins at 9:00 AM, October 1st and bidding goes through 11:59 PM, October 7th. You can find the auction at: napl.tiny.us/oa2023. The Basket Social is October 13th from 6:00-8:00 PM. Tickets go on sale September 5th at the library. Ticket prices are $10 per sheet of 26 tickets. Pre-sale special: buy 3 sheets, get 1 free! Raffle winners will be called about their winnings starting Monday, October 16th.

Here's what's coming up for September:

• 9/11: Tween & Teen Autumn Leaf Mug Kit pick-up

• 9/11: Adult Wine Cork Apple or Pumpkin Kit pick-up

• 9/12: Stitch & Chat, 6:00-7:00 PM

• 9/14: Library Board Meeting, 6:30 PM

• 9/18: Egg Carton Apples Kids' Craft Bag begins

• 9/21: Read to Sunshine the Therapy Dog, 6:00-7:00 PM - Please register for a 15 min. time slot! Ages 5-10

• 9/25: Once Upon a Crime (18+) Bank Robbery, 6:00-7:00 PM

• 9/26: Friends of Northampton Area Public Library Meeting, 7:00 PM

• Adult Laid Back Book Club: See you on Facebook for The Spectacular by Fiona Davis!

TOUCH OF DUTCH

Submitted by Larry Gradwohl

Die grischtliche Haushalding-regel

Epheser 5: 18- 33; 6: 1-9

18Un watt net gsoffe mit Wei, fer sell iss ken Verschtand, awwer watt gfillt mit em Geischt:

I. 19Vermaahnt nanner mit Psalme, Lob-lieder un geischtliche Lieder;

II. Singt un lobt der Herr in eiere Hatze.

III. 20Un gebt immer Dank fer alle Sache zu Gott un em Vadder im Naame vun unserm Herr, Yesus Grischdus.

IV. 21Gebt eich uff zu nanner in der Furich vun Gott:

A. 22Weiwer, gebt eich uff zu eiere Menner wie zum Herr, 23fer der Mann iss der Haapt vun der Fraa, gleichwie Grischdus der Haapt vun der Gemee iss; un er iss der Heiland vun seim Leib. 24Awwer wie die Gemee gebt sich uff zu Grischdus, so losst die Weiwer aa zu ihre Menner in alle Dinger.

B. 25Dihr Menner, liebt eier Weiwer so wie Grischdus die Gemee gliebt hot, un hot sich selwert gewwe fer sie. 26Des waar so as er sie heilich un rein mache kann bei sie wesche mit Wasser darrich’s Watt, 27un so as er die Gemee herrlich vanner sich schtelle kann, unni Flecke un Runsle odder ennich ebbes wie sell, awwer as sie heilich iss un ken Fehle hot. 28Daarum solle aa die Menner ihre Weiwer liebe wie ihre eegner Leib. Wer sei Fraa liebt, der liebt sich selwert. 29Fer nimmand hot selewe sei eegne Fleesch ghasst, awwer er naehrt’s un pflegt seiner, so wie der Herr die Gemee. 30Denn sin mir die Glieder vun seim Leib, vun seim Fleesch un vun seine Gnoche. 31Fersell soll en Mann sei Vadder un Mudder verlosse, un soll aaghanke sei zu sei Fraa; un

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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, 2023, 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.

Touch of Dutch

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die zwee solle ee Fleesch sei. 32Des iss en diefi Sach, as mer net verschteht, awwerich bin am schwetze weeich Grischdus un die Gemee. 33Doch, loss alli-ebber vun eich sei Fraa so lieb hawwe wie sich selvert; un die Fraa soll ihre Mann eschdimiere.

C. 6. Kinner, haricht eier Eldre im Herr, fer des iss recht. 2 ”Ehrt eier Vadder un Mudder,” (Des iss es erscht Gebott mit re Verschpreching.) 3 “so as es gut geht mit eich, un as dihr lang lebt uff der Erd.”

D. 4Un dihr Vedder, schtarrt net eier Kinner uff, so as sie im Zann kumme, awwer ziege sie uff in der Ardning

un Vermaahning vum Herr.

E. 5Dihr Gschlaave, haricht selli wo iwwer eich sin im Nadierliche. Achdt sie hoch mit Furich un mit Ziddere, as wie zum Grischdus. 6Dutt des net yuscht wann sie am Watche sin fer gut aasehne sei bei ihne, awwer dutt was Gott hawwe will vum Hatz, so wie Gnechde vun Grischdus. 7Denkt draa, as dihr am der Herr diene sind un net Mensche. 8Dihr wisst as wasewwer Gudes dass en Mann dutt, sell grickt er widder zerick vum Herr, eb er en Gschlaave iss adder Frei iss.

F. 9Un dihr Meeschder, dutt aa so zu eiere Gschlaave. Heert uff sie droi-e; fer dihr wisst, as Gott, der, wo Meeschder vun ihne un vun eich iss, im Himmel iss, un bei ihm iss alli-ebber gleiche.

The Christian Household Codes

Ephesians 5:18-33; 6: 1-9 RSV

18 And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but be filled with the Spirit, 19 addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with all your heart, 20 always and for everything giving thanks in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God the Father.

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21 Be subject to one another out of reverence for Christ. 22 Wives, be subject to your husbands, as to the Lord.

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Owner: Eric Swanson

Pictured here are the Trexler Orchard workers after picking a trailer full of peaches at the farm in the 1960s. The orchard was founded in 1906, by Col. Harry C. Trexler, along Route 309 in Orefield, adjoining the Trexler Game Preserve. There were 13 different variations of peaches making 6,000 baskets of peaches. The picking of peaches was from late July to September. Many thanks to Nancy Rutman whose great-grandfather had given Col. Trexler one of his varieties of peaches, who lived nearby and had his own orchard.

photos by William “Becky” Beck

Prices are per yard and order must be placed and paid for by 3/31/2020 Call now to schedule delivery for a small fee or pick up during open hours

Touch of Dutch

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23 For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, his body, and is himself its Savior. 24 As the church is subject to Christ, so let wives also be subject in everything to their husbands. 25 Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, 26 that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, 27 that he might present the church to himself in splendor, without spot or wrinkle or any such thing, that she might

be holy and without blemish. 28 Even so husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. [NOTE: In that culture, the female body was viewed as inferior to the male body!] He who loves his wife loves himself. 29 For no man ever hates his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, as Christ does the church, 30 because we are members of his body. 31 “For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” 32 This mystery is a profound one, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church; 33 however, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that

she respects her husband.

6. Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 “Honor your father and mother” (this is the first commandment with a promise), 3 “that it may be well with you and that you may live long on the earth.” 4 Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.

5 Slaves, be obedient to those who are your earthly masters, with fear and trembling, in singleness of heart, as to Christ; 6 not in the way of eye-service, as menpleasers, but as servants[1] of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart, 7 rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to men, 8 knowing that whatever good any one does, he will receive the same again from the Lord, whether he is a slave or free. 9 Masters, do the same to them, and forbear threatening, knowing that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and that there is no partiality with him.

FOOTNOTE

1. Ephesians 6:6 Or slaves

[The Dutch for this scriptural passage is a composite, part from the Amish Bible (respelled using the B/B spelling system) and part from the Luther Bible (1912 version, rewritten as Dutch). I also provided an outline for the text based on some research of the original Greek that I found. That research also pointed out that the original word translated as “be subject to” in verses 21, 22 (implied in the original text, not actually written there) and 24 meant “voluntary submission.” The word translated as “head” in verse 23 had a common meaning as source or origin, like the meaning of the word, headwater. In this context, Christ is the source of the spiritual life of the church and the husband is the source of the sustenance for the wife as the ‘breadwinner.’ And in that culture the head of the household is also responsible for the spiritual life of the household; as Paul

May the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored and glorified in the whole world forever and ever, Amen. Say this prayer 6 times a day for 9 consecutive days & publicize it. Any petition you desire, God will grant it.

said to that jailer in Acts 16:28-32, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household.”

To appreciate the significance of the Christian Household codes, we need to understand the historical and cultural context here. These people were not living in a representative democracy but were living under the brutal authoritarian government of Rome. In that culture, at that time, the man of the house had absolute rule over his household, including his wife (constitutional power), his children (royal power) and his slaves. The Christian Household codes here reined in that absolute power. Husbands were to practice self-sacrificing love for their wives, “love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her”; fathers were to show consideration for their children and nurture them, “do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord”; and masters must realize that their Master considers them and their slaves equal, “forbear threatening, knowing that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and that there is no partiality with him.”

Christianity was radical and revolutionary in that historical time; impacting in a positive way, first individuals and then their relationships. The Christian message can still do that today! Gelle?]

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