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like September. The weather is usually quite nice so I go out more often. Walking with my dogs is a pleasant form of exercise – both for me and for my dogs. It’s nice to see more and more people of our age taking advantage of this mild, yet effective, exercise. Any number of people have told me that walking has given them a new lease on life. Whether they do it after surgery, or after a health crisis or just for the pure joy of it they all laud the benefits of walking. This month we have a couple of articles on recovery and rehabilitation. We have an article on one man’s rehab from double knee replacements. This surgery has become very commonplace, but the key to a speedy and complete recovery is adherence to a post-surgery rehabilitation program. Richard Sipos did it the right way. We also have Part 2 of our Stolen Identity series. Having your identity stolen is bad enough just knowing that someone has taken advantage of you. But even more stressful is the process necessary to get you identity back. We urge you to read our series, follow its cautions and if you do become a victim this information will prove invaluable. I love dogs (sometimes more than people). So we have a humorous article on what annoys dogs. Hope you enjoy it and learn a little about what your dog likes and dislikes.
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Driving Tips Avoiding A Speeding Ticket
- To avoid a speeding ticket, drive at the speed everyone else is driving. When in doubt, drive 62.5 mph, which is the de facto national speed limit. - If the tractor trailers on the freeway around you slow for no obvious reason, there's probably a cop, a wreck, or a traffic jam ahead. If the cars with local license plates slow, a speed trap may be ahead.
Finding A Parking Space
The best parking places are in the side rows because more people look for parking in the center rows.
Driving Safely
- You can safely cut in front of the car you are passing when you see its headlights in your inside rearview mirror. - To determine which way a car is about to swerve, watch the wheels. - When backing a vehicle with a trailer, turn the bottom of the steering wheel in the direction you want the trailer to go. - If you think your front tire is low, find out by taking your hands off the steering wheel. A low tire will cause the car to drift in the direction of the low tire.
When your dog has this look on his face, it might be time to stop driving.
Getting Through The Toll Booth
- The quickest lane is to the right because most cars come from the fast lane on the left. - Avoid the line with the motorcycle. The biker won't have the money ready. Instead, he'll have to dig into his pocket, and on a cold day he'll have to take off his gloves.
Spot A Slow Driver
- When driving, never get behind a driver wearing a hat. The straighter the hat, the slower the driver.
Driving In The Mountains
- When driving in the mountains, brake before the curve, accelerate into the curve, and always be able to stop in the distance you can see.
Dodging Drunk Drivers
On Friday and Saturday nights, one in ten cars coming toward you has a drunk driver behind the wheel.
Adjusting Your Car Seat
An older man is stopped by the police around 2 a.m. and he was asked where he was going at this time of night. The man replies, “I am on my way to a lecture about alcohol and the effects it has on the human body, as well as smoking and staying out late. “Really?” asks the officer. “Who is giving that lecture at this time of night?” The man replies, “That would be my wife, Sir.”
- You should check your seat adjustment with your hands at the ten and two o'clock positions on the steering wheel. You should be close enough so that you can make almost a full half-turn of the wheel without having to lean forward or having your elbows touch your body.
Stopping A Car
- If you can't see the rear tires of the car in front of you at a stoplight, you're too close. - If you can't see the license plate of the car in front of you at a stoplight, you're too close.
Catching Bank Robbers
Bank robbers when escaping by car will more often turn right than left.
Driving In Freezing Rain
When driving in freezing rain crack your window slightly to listen for the sound of water splashing from the tires. When the splashing ceases the road conditions have changed to ice.
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are ineffective at controlling smoke and humidity, and allow fumes, moisture and pollutants to circulate and settle throughout the home. • Flue Pipes: Inspect flue pipes — also known as stove pipes, smoke pipes and chimney connectors — on a quarterly basis for cracks or holes. Cracks in the pipes allow fumes and gases like carbon monoxide to enter the home rather than be funneled outdoors. If the pipes are cracked or corroded, call a professional to inspect them and possibly replace the pipes, as it may be a sign of a larger problem.
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(Family Features) very household has its honeydo list, but inevitably you’re not always going to have time to cross off every project on the list. Rather than setting lofty goals that make it easy to procrastinate, the key to a productive and effective list is to be realistic. Start with the projects that will have an immediate effect on creating and maintaining a safer and healthier home. “Keep your ‘honey-do’ list manageable. Move long-term projects to the end and bump up the jobs that will help make your home healthier,� said Mike Holmes, renowned and trusted contractor on HGTV and healthy home expert. “When you know you’re making a positive impact on your family’s health and safety, doing those jobs is easy.�
Change • Air Filters: Use a Filtrete Ultra Allergen Reduction Filter to help clean the air in the home by removing airborne particles, such as mold spores, dust mite debris, bacteria and viruses from the air passing through the filter. Remember to change it at least every three months or more frequently if you have pets, burn candles often or are doing home improvement projects. The American Lung Association says that, poor indoor air quality in the home can cause headaches, dry eyes, nasal congestion, nausea and fatigue. • Batteries: Test your carbon monoxide and smoke detectors every month, and change the batteries at least twice a year. Don’t wait until the detectors are chirping, as that sound usually means the batteries are about to die and your family will no longer be protected. Remember, you can sometimes see smoke in the home but you can’t see or
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• Radon tests identify traces of radon in the home that may have entered from cracks in the floors and walls, water supply or pipes. • Carbon monoxide tests check for signs that the gas may have been emitted by fireplaces, wood, coal, gas stoves or heaters and not properly removed from the home. • Water tests assess the water quality in your home and determine if there are high levels of contaminants in your drinking water. • Visual septic dye tests inspect your septic tanks for signs of slow-drainage or back up.
smell carbon monoxide. Control • Moisture: Inspect your home using a moisture meter to locate hidden areas containing moisture that you can’t see with the naked eye. Mold thrives in areas of the home where moisture is present and can cause hay fever-type symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes and skin rashes, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency. • Unwanted Guests: Install
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Silver Sneakers Celebrates Good Health in the Valley
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This year, the Allentown YMCA & YWCA celebrated the tenth anniversary of our Silver Sneakers program. As part of the celebration, Ethel Lawless, a Silver Sneakers member for ten years, was chosen as the motivational speaker for the event. She told her story from the heart.
to start slowly. He joined the Silver Sneakers MSROM classes and came twice a week until 2005, when he suffered a heart attack when trying to clean the garage. In the ambulance, he heard the paramedics say, “Step it up, he is going.” He responded to emergency room treatment, but had to have a quintuple bypass.
Ethel’s doctor asked, “What are you doing for exercise?” She said, “I live in a two-story house, and I’m always doing steps.” The doctor said, “That’s not the exercise I’m talking about.” Ethel’s doctor insisted on exercise because she Ethel has diabetes and arthritis.
Durrell returned to his Silver Sneakers MSROM classes only 3 months later. He was determined to improve his lifestyle. He wanted to do whatever it took to become healthier himself, and encourage others to benefit from his near death experience. Around the Y, he has been heard to say, “Don’t let what happened to me happen to you. You got to keep coming to the Y.”
Ethel decided to take water aerobics classes in the evening because she worked during the day. She joined the Monday, Wednesday and Tuesday, Thursday classes at the Y and went at least 3 times per week. When Ethel retired, she didn’t have the money to join the Y so she asked if she could volunteer in exchange for a membership. The person at the front desk asked if she knew about the Silver Sneakers program. It turns out that Ethel had the insurance that covered Silver Sneakers. In 2004, Ethel joined the Silver Sneakers MSROM classes, and has been coming ever since. She goes three times per week. Her doctor wanted her to go even more often. One doctor said that he wanted to remove her leg. He said keep going to your exercise classes and we’ll see what happens. Ethel said, “The biggest thing is that you have to keep at it.” I absolutely refuse to schedule doctor’s appointments when I have my Silver Sneakers class. “It’s so easy to give it up. You lose what you have gained if don’t come. You have to really stick with it. People don’t believe me when I say I am 85. The key is to keep the body moving. I attribute my good health to the Silver Sneakers program and am very grateful to the program. I recommend it to everyone.” Durrell Hafler, also a Silver Sneakers member for ten years, was chosen as the motivational speaker for the event. Durrell joined Silver Sneakers in January 2004, the month the program began at the Y. He wasn’t exercising at the time and had
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During the next few years, Durrell did Silver Sneakers participants become healthier. But Ethel Lawless and Durrell Hafler. his journey continued to be a struggle. His wife of 45 years passed away, a terrible loss for him. But now he has his Silver Sneakers family to help him cope with the loss and keep him going. He says, “Silver Sneakers is my LIFESAVER.” Durrell had to switch to the Silver Splash classes because his knees were bothering him. His doctor recommended water exercise. He attends regularly and plans to continue for as long as can. He is proud to say, “I’m 79 years old and can still do my own yard work. I attribute my good health to Silver Sneakers and am very grateful to the program.
Getting My Lifestyle Back By Art Villafane, Lifestyles over 50
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Bammm!” The hardball ricocheted off the bat, and Richard scrambled out of the batter’s box down the line to first base. Out of the corner of his eye Richard could see the ball roll through the outfield grass. The center fielder was lax in getting to the ball. “I bet I can make it to second base,” thought Richard as he rounded first base intent on making it safely into second. As his legs churned between first and second, Richard’s knee gave out, he stutter stepped and collapsed short of second base. Richard screamed in pain as the shortstop’s worn leather glove tagged his shoulder, and the umpire declared the out. Richard yelled again, this time in disgust. Richard was out. Out of the inning, out of the game, and sidelined from part of his life. As a fifty something, his days of competitive hardball were done.
walking, he recognized that knee replacement was his only option to recover his active lifestyle. He had bilateral knee surgery, and thus began the task of rehabilitation on both his knees. He chose Good Shepherd Rehabilitation upon leaving the hospital post-surgery. “I chose Good Shepherd because I heard that they had good therapy.” Carla Staack, his physical therapist, said Richard was “an exceptional patient.” He did everything he was told to do at Good Shepherd, but more importantly he continued his rehab regimen at home religiously. Richard said Carla was great to work with. “She pushed me, that is what I wanted.” Stretching was difficult but Carla helped him gain proper movement in his legs.
Richard Sipos always lived an active life. He worked as a glazier for 45 years. His job required a lot of climbing, lifting and working on scaffolding which took a toll on his knees. He also loved playing baseball, hunting and weightlifting. He was a national champion in Olympic style weightlifting, but like many of us as we age, he started to have issues with his knees.
After physical therapy at Good Shepherd, Richard recognized that his rehabilitation was not over. He now goes to the Allentown YMCA seven days a week to continue strengthening his legs and body. He is happy to say that he now can go hunting again and continue with his photography. More important than anything is the quality time he now spends with his adult children and grandchildren. Richard was able to recover his lifestyle. “It was all worth it,” says Richard.
After the serious baseball injury damaged his knee, Richard’s knee pain steadily increased as he entered his 70s. Not being able to participate in simple activities that required a modest amount of
Watch Richard’s story! Lifestyles over 50 did a video feature about Richard that will run on the home page of Lifestylesover50.com the entire month of September.
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What To Do If Your Identity Is Stolen, Part II By Art Villafane, Lifestyles over 50
Editor’s Note: This article will be part of a series. Consider tearing this out and putting it somewhere safe. Hopefully you’ll never need it.
Review Your Credit Reports
If you know an identity thief tampered with some of your accounts, you may have contacted the related businesses already. After you get your credit reports, read them to see whether other fraudulent transactions or accounts are listed. Your credit report is full of information about where you live, how you pay your bills, and whether you've been sued or arrested, or have filed for bankruptcy. The information in your credit report is used to evaluate your applications for credit, insurance, employment, and renting a home, so it's important that the information is accurate and up-to-date. Check all key information, including your: • Name • Address • Social Security Number • Employers
Theft Report, ask the credit reporting companies and business to block the disputed information from appearing on your credit reports. The credit reporting companies must block transactions and accounts if you are an identity theft victim.
How To Dispute Errors With Credit Reporting Companies: Write to each credit reporting company: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Explain that you are an identity theft victim. List the errors that you found. Include copies of documents showing the errors. Ask the credit reporting company to remove fraudulent information.
The credit reporting company must investigate the items you send, and forward that information to the business that reported the information to the credit reporting company. Receive response from each credit reporting company. If your credit file changes because of the business' investigation, the credit reporting company must send you a letter with the results. If the credit reporting company puts the information back in your file, it must send you a letter telling what it did.
If you see errors on the report, like accounts you didn't open or debts you didn't incur, contact the credit reporting companies and the fraud department of each business that reported an error.
Update Your Files
Dispute Errors with Credit Reporting Companies
After the business gets notice from the credit reporting company, it has 30 days to investigate and respond to the credit reporting company. If the business finds an error, it must notify the credit reporting company so your credit file can be corrected. If your credit file changes because of the business' investigation, the credit reporting company must send you a letter with the results. The credit reporting company can't add the disputed information back into your file unless the business says the information is correct. If the credit reporting company puts the information back in your file, it must send you a letter telling you that.
If you find mistakes when you review your credit reports, send letters explaining the mistakes to: • the 3 nationwide credit reporting companies • the fraud department of each business that reported a fraudulent transaction on your existing accounts • the fraud department of each business that reported a new account opened in your name by an identity thief If the errors result from identity theft and you have an Identity
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• Record the dates you made calls or sent letters. • Keep copies of letters in your files.
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ometimes, procrastination is the only thing worth putting off. When faced with a difficult situation, don’t you want to put off dealing with it and hope it goes away? Do you find that often the situation only gets worse the longer you wait? Take, for example, meeting a deadline for submitting an article to a fine publication. Waiting until the last minute only increases the pressure and inconveniences the publisher (I learned that last month!). Besides that, within a matter of days, other pressure points popped up: I awoke with a toothache; got a call for a job interview; and the CHECK ENGINE light went on. As important as these issues were, I waited until the day before to prepare for the interview, waited a week to see the dentist, and am still hoping the LIGHT goes out. Hoping doesn’t usually make things go away or get better. I often receive mail from readers who don’t like what I’ve written. I suspect, from the vehemence of expression, that the readers are trying to drown out the words of God that speak of their responsibility to their Creator. Examples of this are found in the book of Acts. In chapter four, Peter and John were arrested by the religious authorities for “teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection from the dead” (v. 2). They were let go because the evidence of their work in healing a lame man was evident. Despite the proof of the apostles’ preaching, the leaders hoped they could silence them and they would go away. According to Acts 7:57, after Stephen’s irrefutable sermon about Jesus, “[T]hey cried out with a loud voice and stopped their ears and rushed together at him” and stoned him to death. They didn’t want to listen to the warning and hoped it (and Stephen) would go away. Stephen went to a better place, and the message produced the greatest apostle and missionary ever: Paul.
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Back to our pressure points: One other exciting recent event was the purchase of our cemetery plots. Not exactly the kind of thing one plans for a memorable weekend, but it was necessary. Because the deadline of death is hidden in God’s counsel, we thought it wise to make arrangements now so as not to burden others when the time comes. Because the plot is merely a rental space, I don’t particularly care where I’m interred; the point is that we are prepared for that time because we heeded the apostle’s warning in 2 Corinthians above and accepted Jesus Christ’s free offer to forgive us our sins, reconcile us to God, and prepare a heavenly place for us (John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 5:20; John 14:2–3). Since beginning this article, the dentist cured my toothache; I aced the interview; and discovered the problem behind the LIGHT was minor. Moreover, I’m making the deadline with this article, no longer keeping readers in limbo, and providing fodder for the next angry letters. None of these warnings went away, and nothing would have gotten better on its own. The truths of Scripture will never change, and God will not go away. However, it is possible—but not profitable—to ignore what He says and go away from Him. As for those who choose to walk away, “They will suffer the punishment of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might” (2 Thessalonians 1:9). Time moves on relentlessly; deadlines draw closer every moment; each moment that passes is a lost opportunity for preparation. “Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. For he says, ‘In a favorable time I listened to you, and in a day of salvation I have helped you.’ Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:1–2). Salvation and obedience to the Lord are not worth putting off!
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Tis the season to spend money. First comes the seemingly endless search for what starts as a finite list of school clothes and supplies. Holiday gift buying is not far behind. One of the best ways to save money, and at the same time recycle, plus satisfy your craving for shopping for unique goods, is to buy secondhand. Rummage sales, consignment shops, second-hand stores, flea markets and other used-good venues all offer the opportunity to buy gently used items which no longer serve their initial buyer, but still have a long life of use and can benefit another. Highly desirable products – brand and even designer labels – can be had for a fraction of the original cost. Wear and tear is often undetectable and many times, you’ll find items unused, with the original retail tags still attached. We’ve compiled a list of second-hand shops in the area for you. This is just a sampling. You’ll find more in the Yellow Pages. The fun is in the hunt, so put on comfy shoes and check out these shops for back-toschool clothes, books, toys, costumes, formal wear and holiday gifts. Merchant’s Square Mall - A shopping mall in Allentown. Lehigh Valley, featuring stores selling antiques, collectibles, rare and unique items. 1901 South 12th St., Allentown 18103. merchantssquaremall.com Zoe's Place Consignment Shop - Maternity clothes, kids clothes(sizes newborn to juniors), shoes, costumes, toys, cribs, baby equipment, books, video's, DVD's, games, children's bedroom furniture. Merchant’s Square Mall. Divine Resale - Ladies' clothing and accessories, furniture, wall art, baby clothing and items, house wares, small appliances, books, CDs. 5573 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA 18106 610-351-1058. http:// www.divineresale.com, Elephant's Trunk - Items for gift giving, decorating your home, holiday items and unusual and unique finds, including one-of-akind treasures. Also, a wonderful selection of fine jewelry, including
some antique and estate pieces, in addition to costume jewelry. 348 Main St., Emmaus, PA 18049. etrunk.org. (610) 967-6621. Twice Blessed – Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, household items, furniture.25 N 10th St, Allentown, 18101. (610) 351-7458 Twice As Nice - Women's - Up to date fashions, brand name furs, jewelry, designer items, bridals, formals. 2905 Emmaus Avenue, Allentown, 18103. 610-797-6722. In the same location, you’ll find Men’s Again (610)797-6725 and Twice As Nice - Children's. Once Is Not Enuff - Designer labels and quality clothing for women, fine designer handbags and other accessories, household "pretties" and collectibles. A huge selection of jewelry: estate, fine quality, and costume. 358 S 4th St Ste A. Emmaus, PA 18049. (610) 967-4383 Plato's Closet - The latest looks in brand name gently used clothing and accessories for teen and twenty something guys and girls.1922 Catasauqua Rd., Allentown, 18109. (610) 443-5033. Platoscloset. Habitat Lehigh Valley Restore - New or gently used building materials and household goods, including hardware, tools, building supplies, light fixtures, couches, dining room sets, bedroom sets and more. 1053 Grape St., Whitehall, 18052. (610) 776-7499. habitatlvrestore.org. Catasauqua Community Thrift - Clothing, small appliances, bedding/linen and some toys. At the end of each season, all inventory is sold at half price. 113 Bridge St, Catasauqua, PA 18032. (610) 266-0694 The Attic Bethlehem - Huge selection of women's designer clothing & vintage clothing, accessories, modern and retro jewelry and Indie housewares. 516 Main St, Bethlehem,18018. (610) 8652210. Also at 172 West Main Street (at Noble Street), Kutztown, 19530. 610-894-9544. Online sales: atticclothes.com.
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Lehigh Wheelmen Donut Derby The Lehigh Wheelmen invite you to participate in the 2014 Donut Derby on Labor Day, September 1st. The DD is a fun 36 mile race with a twist: Get a 3 minute time credit for each donut eaten at stops positioned at mile markers 12 and 24. Donut-adjusted time determines the winner in several age categories. The race starts at the Valley Preferred Cycling Center, Trexlertown at 9:00am. Lunch and an award ceremony follow the ride. Register at www.bikereg. com/lwa-donut-derby. Cost of the ride is $25 and the registration deadline is August 24th. No registrations on day of event. Valley Preferred Cycling Center, 1151 Mosser Rd., Breinigsville. Sep 1, 2014 at 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Bikereg.com/lwa-donut-derby.
First Friday Easton Flirtin’ with the Mob featuring the Phat Bottom Horns will be back to rock out the stage and give the city of Easton a performance to remember. Menu specials, & prizes for you as you enjoy a relaxed Friday evening with good company. Also, since we were not able to play last month we will again be hosting some challenges from Minute to Win it, the popular NBC game show, so be sure to bring your competitive edge on September 5th. Centre Square, Easton, 18042. Sep 5, 2014 at 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. www.firstfridayeaston.com.
Wings of Hope: A Butterfly Release Cedar Crest College Butterfly Garden, Allentown. Join us for a beautiful celebration of life as we release 250 monarch butterflies in honor and memory of a loved one touched by cancer. Event highlights include: Rob Vaughn, Channel 69 News – Emcee, FREE admission, children’s crafts and activities, 50/50 raffle, door prize and refreshments. Paper and live Monarch butterflies are available with donation. 100 College Drive. Sep 6, 2014 at 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. Rain Date; Sunday, September 7, 3 pm. For more information contact: Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley, 610-861-7555. www.cancersupportglv.org.
Allentown Dog Training Club Show & Go Fun Match Allentown Dog Training Club’s Show and Go Fun Match allows obedience dog trainers to compete in a relaxed venue. Dogs perform in novice, open, utility, and rally classes. Pre-registrations and on site registrations are accepted. Food is available; a basket raffle is featured. Admission is free, and the public is invited. Macungie Memorial Park, Rt. 100, Macungie. Sep 7, 2014; 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. www.allentowndogtrainingclub.com.
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Choose from a variety of fall-flowering natives including asters, goldenrods, milkweeds, coneflowers, brown-eyed Susans and more. Get a head start on spring by planting natives this fall. Sale also features native vines, grasses, ferns, trees and shrubs. September 13th and 14th. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.hawkmountain.org.
NAZ JAZZ 2014 The 1st Annual Nazareth Jazz Festival will take place September 13, 2014 at the Nazareth Boro Park in Nazareth, PA. This event is FREE to the public. Donations, volunteers, and contributors are always welcome and needed in order to make this event a success. If you would like to participate, become a sponsor, or obtain more information visit www.nazjazz.com or contact: Tina Smith, Nazareth – Bath Area Chamber Of Commerce – 610-759-9188. Alfonso Todd / Alfonso Todd and Associates / Prolifick Media – 484-619-6541. Sep 13, 2014 - 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm. www.nazjazz. com.
Your First Mud Run Your First Mud Run is the best race in the country for families and first timers. We have races in three states that are designed for first timers and families. We are the only race in the country where the kids run the same course along side their parents! Benefits local charities, including Family Reach Foundation, Race for Adam Foundation, Relay for Life, Special Olympics New Jersey. 125 Goodman Dr., Goodman Campus. Sep 20, 2014 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. www.YourFirstMudRun.com.
Celtic Classic The Celtic Classic has blossomed into one of the largest Highland Games and Festival in North America. Annually, over 250,000 visitors come to Historic Bethlehem to join in this celebration of all things Celtic. The organization has expanded into year-round programs. Our educational programming has expanded to include community outreach events in area school districts, religious institutions, local theaters and colleges throughout the Lehigh Valley. 305 Conestoga St. Sep. 26 – Sep. 28, www.celticfest.org.
Mountain Harvest Festival The Mountain Harvest Festival is in the valley which is located at the base of Blue Mountain. Celebrate the season and enjoy the fall foliage surroundings of the Little Gap Valley and Pocono Mountain. Fun for the whole family! Admission & parking are free!!! 1660 Blue Mountain Drive, 12pm to 6pm, September 28th & 29th; October 4th & 5th. Sep 27, 2014 at 12:00 pm – Sep 28, 2014 at 6:00 pm. skibluemt.com.
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Nearly Blind, But Now I See By Ron Blaufarb
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n humans, the cornea has a diameter of about 11.5mm, similar to the size of a penny. It is difficult to image something of such a trivial size, if damaged, having such a devastating impact on one's quality of life. However, when someone experiences a damaged or diseased cornea and needs a corneal transplant this donated human tissue is vital in the restoration of sight. The Northeast Pennsylvania Lions Eye Bank coordinates all services related to corneal donation and transplantation. We obtain, medically evaluate and distribute donated corneal tissue to surgeons for sight restoring transplant surgeries. Founded in 1957 by local Lions clubs the Eye Bank partners with over 60 hospitals throughout 37 counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania to accept the gift from one family and pass it on to another. These recipients become the caregivers of these sight restoring gifts. Corneal recipients eagerly share their personal journey from diminished vision and painful corneal diseases to renewed sight through transplantation. Here is one such story... I first noticed my eye sight was changing when I was 24 years old. I had just gotten married and didn't think much of my slight struggle with my vision; I thought I was young and invincible. I was wrong. The worst thing about my disease was hearing the word "Keratoconus" and not having any clue what it meant or how it would change my life. I was used to dealing with things through both logic and faith, but in this case; I lacked the logical substance. Information on Keratoconus was scarce and there wasn't an Internet to reference. In retrospect, this was more painful than anything else. Prior to my surgery, it was a struggle to function on a day-today basis. The pain was unbearable, the infections were frequent and, at that time, the doctors didn't know how to deal with it. I was referred to Wills Eye Institute and finally gained a better understanding of the disease that was consuming my life. I made contact with the National Keratoconus Foundation, my eyes were
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opened... I realized that I was not alone. Communicating with those who face similar challenges helped me gain strength, reshape my attitude and let go of my fears. A sense of calm overcame me. After my first surgery in 2010, the nurses slowly unpacked my left
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How To Clean Windows Naturally These days, harsh chemical cleaners are so passé. A natural, ecofriendly cleaner exists for almost everything under the sun, and your windows are no exception. The secret to cleaning windows is in the cloth you use to wipe them dry. A regular paper towel or cotton cloth will often leave lint and residue on the glass, even after you’ve wiped off all the fingerprints. So what to do? Lets first discuss the best way to clean the windows and then the best way to buff once you’re done. I have a spray bottle of vinegar, water and a little dish soap under my sink that I use on the kitchen countertops. It works on basically everything in the house — I’ve used it on spots on my upholstery, floors and even children. Just kidding. Well, as it turns out, this magic mixture works wonders on windows, too — inside and outside. If you’re cleaning outdoor windows, it may be best to use a bucket filled with the mixture and a soft bristle scrub brush because that will help you do the job quicker than a spray bottle. If you’re outside your house, make sure to hose down the windows right after you scrub the mixture on, because it will dry quickly. Inside, spray the mixture on and wipe with a cotton cloth, such as an old t-shirt.
Then, spray with water and wipe with a lint-free microfiber cloth or a chamois cloth. This will ensure that your sparkling windows stay sparkling after you clean them — at least for a minute or two, until the grandkids visit. The chamois cloth works really well when windows are dusty but not actually dirty (in a house with no pets or children around, for example). Gently dampen the cloth and wipe the dust off, no harsh chemicals necessary. A chamois (pronounced sham-wa, but often called a shammy) is actually a leatherlike cloth used to dry cars and is a great tool for the windows in your home, as well as your car. It’s usually made from oil-tanned sheepskin. However, the chamois requires special care to be cleaned. Simply soak it for a few minutes in a little warm water and dish soap, rinse till clean and let it dry away from sunlight. Be sure not to throw it the washing machine because harsh chemicals can strip its oils, and sticking it in the dryer or drying it in the sun can dry it out too much, causing it to lose its absorbency and softness. There you have it. If you’ve got time to clean your windows, now you have a great method to do it. Happy cleaning!
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Healthy Steps in Mo�on provides educa�on and exercise to reduce the risk of falls, learn new exercises, build strength, increase exibility and improve balance. Healthy Steps in MoƟon (HSIM) will be provided at two locaƟons for older adults and adults with disabiliƟes. Ridge Manor Center, 333 Ridge Street in Emmaus on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. beginning September 15, 2014 and con�nuing for eight weeks. B’nai B’rith Center, 1616 Liberty Street in Allentown on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. beginning September 16, 2014 and con�nuing for eight weeks. Please register by calling Wayne Schiff at Lehigh County Aging & Adult Services at (610) 782‐3254. There is no cost to par�cipate although registra�on is required. Par�cipants should a�end all sessions.
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Phoebe Allentown seeks individuals to assist with memory support neighborhoods. You train in Montessori principles to create meaningful experiences by practicing person-centered care. For a rewarding experience - 610-7945362 jwickel@phoebe.org. Meals on Wheels Northampton Cty and Calvary United Methodist partner to provide meals to seniors in Easton area. Volunteers needed. Contact Janet Soos janets@ mealsonwheelspa.org Lutheran Home - Topton invites volunteers to share musical talent, voice or instrument with residents. Flex hours, days, eves, weekends. Lou Wentz at 610-682-1542 or wentzl@diakon.org. Volunteer Center lists agencies needing volunteers. 610-807-0336, www.volunteerlv.org. Compeer of LV- volunteer 4 hrs. a month with Compeer friend, a person who lives with mental illness. Do what friends do together: listen, go for a walk, watch a movie, enjoy a cup of coffee, etc. Main duty – Have Fun! 610.435.9651. Heartland Hospice seeks caring volunteers to offer bedside support and presence to those facing terminal illness. Comprehensive training, flex hours. Janet Daly, Coordinator. 610-266-0134 Are you a “people person” wanting to make a difference? Have skills and talents to use to “give back”? Compassionate Care has a variety of volunteer opportunities with a training and support program to help you use your talents. Loretta Kistler 888-680-6650 or email lkistler@cchnet.net
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Center for Vision Loss seeks volunteers to assist blind and visually impaired people as companions, transportation drivers and Mall Walk helpers. Office assistants and vision screeners are needed. Training provided. Daytime hours only. Call Rita 610.433.6018, x. 231 or rita.lang@centerforvisionloss. org. Drivers: ITNLehighValley provides rides for seniors 60 and over and visually impaired adults. We drive riders to appointments in LV, 90% are medical. Need volunteer drivers to help with the increasing demand for rides. Requirement: vehicle, good driving record, and some free time. Training provided, we work with your schedule. Time is minimal, rewards are many. For info call 610-419-1645.
Social & Support Groups ENCORE (female cancer support / exercise group) Tues. 6:30-8pm & Fri. 9:00-10:30am. Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. 610-434-9333, www.allentownymcaywca.org. Parkinson’s Disease Support Parkinson’s patients, families and friends - monthly at St. Luke’s Allentown Campus. Third Wednesday of month 6 pm refreshments 6:30 pm To register 1-866-STLUKES. MS First Tuesday support group for patients, families and friends at St. Luke’s University Hospital, Bethlehem. 6:15 register at 1-866-(785-8537) Mon, Sep 8 7-8:30 pm. pray & share together for emotional wholeness, women’s support group struggling, or have family struggling with depression, bipolar, etc. 3400 Bath Pike, Suite 110 Bethlehem. Linda 610-3958756.
half mile N. of Rt. 22 Twnshp. Pot luck dinner. 6pm. $3.50 610-709-8984
Social Group. Fellowship Hall, Asbury United Methodist Church. 7-8:30 pm.
Wed, Sep 3 1 pm. Macungie Seniors, Macungie Fire Company. 610-965-9584.
Tues, Sep 9 7-8:30 pm. Prayer & Share Together for emotional wholeness, women’s support group struggling, or have family, struggling with depression, bi-polar, etc. Asbury Methodist Church, Allentown. Linda 610395-8756.
Thur, Sep 4 7pm. LV Brain Injury Support Group - Good Shepherd Health & Tech Center, 850 S. Fifth Street, Allentown. Thurs, Sep 4 7PM Lower Milford Twnshp Fire Co. 1601 Limeport Pike, spaghetti dinner adults $7 children $4 salad bar, dessert. Thurs, Sep 4, 10-11:30 am. 610-433-6018 Vision Loss Support Group for LV residents facing vision loss. Center for Vision Loss, 845 W. Wyoming St., Allentown. Allentown AARP Chapter 5415 meets at 12 Sep 4 at St. Timothy’s Church, 140 So. Ott St. Program: Aleah Miller, AARP SNAP Outreach Coordinator Non-members and guests are welcome. Bring a non-perishable food item for the Allentown Food Bank. 610437-4265 St. John’s Friendly Fifties 23rd Anniversary meeting at 1:00 at 1343 Newport Avenue in Northampton in the church social hall on Monday, Sep 8. Rosary will be at 11:30 in church. Lunch served and Mike Skweir provides music. Sat Sep 13 10:30 Like gardening? Jordan United Church of Christ, Rt 309 & Walbert Ave Allentown, peace garden, custom peace sculpture, peace pole, worship areas, biblical plant, children’s bed, gazebo, swing, trails. Sat, Sep 13 Bethlehem Garden Club, share garden tips with local pros and hobbyists 610838-1482.
Tues, Sep 2,1pm Emmaus Garden Club Faith Presbyterian Church, North 2nd and Cherokee Streets, Emmaus. Public welcome. (610) 9664181.
Tues, Sep 9 Caregiver Support Groups: Live, Love, Learn (special grp. for memory impaired and loved ones), Sacred Heart Hosp, 4:30PM2nd floor.
Wed, Sep 3 LV Vegetarians. Quaker Meeting House Rt. 512
Tues, Sep 9 10 am. People Meeting People Club, Senior
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Tues. Sep 9 3:00PM TRIAD at Lehigh Co. Senior Center (Enjoy Life). Monthly meeting. 3 PM. Sat. Sep 20. For anyone caring for a family member with memory loss or impairment, group meets (908) 859-6700, extension 2276 for information. Wed. Sep 17 Parkinson’s Support Group St. Luke’s Hospital Allentown campus 17th and Hamilton St. Refreshments and presentation 6:00 - 7:30 Different topics related to PD. Wed, Sep 17 LV Military Affairs Council – Saucon Manor in Hellertown. 12-1:30pm, 484788-0196, info@lvmac.org, or www.lvmac.org for info. Thur, Sep 18 12PM Caregivers & Professionals Network Group. Country Meadows of Allentown, Bldg 3, 610-3957160 Wed Sep 24 Men of Retirement Age Club 1-2;30pm, Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Rd, Hanover. Tues 1:30-4:30 Palmer Senior Group, meet seniors, play cards, share good times. Charles Chrin Community Ctr Palmer Township 610-252-2098 palmercommunitycenter.org Wed. noon. Fogelsville Senior Group at Fire Company. Amelia, 610-395-2224. Schnecksville Senior Citizens Group Thurs: games and social activities 12 noon. Schnecksville Fire Company Rt 309. Info: 610-769-7570
Exercise Bethlehem YMCA. For info on Silver Sneakers and all pgms:
www.ymcabethlehem.org/ or 610 867-7588. Allentown YMCA. For info Silver Sneakers and all pgms. pgms: familyymca.org/ or 610.258.6158 OxyFit Gym offers 1 hour Silver Sneaker classes on Mon, Tues, and Wed at 10:15 and Thurs. at 9:15 and 10:15. Yoga stretch classes Mon. & Wed. at 11:15. Info: 610-391-0040 or www.oxyfitgym.com. Salvation Army Senior Program 610-867-4681. Every Tues play bridge 1012; Thursdays varied Social Programs at 10:45 a.m. followed by lunch)?
Dances Sat Dances LV Active Life (Lehigh County Senior Ctr) $7 refreshments. www. lehighseniors.org. Sat. Dance Ctr: 7:30-11pm. 610-4373700. “Dancing on the Odds” on odd numbered Fridays at 3rd Third Street Alliance, 41 N. 3rd St. Easton. Lessons 7-8pm, Dancing 8-10pm. $10 at door. Instructor Con Gallagher (610) 433-7804. . Allentown Area Swing Dance. Fearless Fire Co. 1221 S Front St. 610-390-7550. $9 includes lesson 7pm - 8:30, no partner needed. www. allentownswingdance.org for schedule Social Ballroom/Latin Swing Dance Sat Sep 20 @ 7pm at TC Dance Club 6623 Sullivan Trail Wind Gap, PA610-8811000 www.learnballroomlatin.com Refreshments & BYOB Music by DJ K-Squared Lesson 8pm $12pp at door, no reservations needed. All Levels welcome, with or without a partner
Bingo Wed 5PM game at 6:30PM Volunteer Fire Co Fogelsville Ladies Auxiliary Cash Prizes 484-350-1388 HTCC hosts monthly Bingo1st Thurs of month at 6:30 pm! Prizes range from $40 to
Wed 6:30 LV Active Life (Lehigh County Senior Ctr.) Free coffee, snacks. $15 includes 4 double cards & 1 pack of specials.610-437-3700 Wed 1pm St. Stevens Church Franklin & Turner St. Allentown. Cards, bingo & refreshments. Thurs at 12.
Classes and Lectures Seniors Who Wish to ReEnter Workforce. Lehigh County Senior Ctr 1633 Elm St. Allentown, Classes: Basic Computer I & II, Digital Camera, Digital Photos, Intro to Internet. Classes at center and Whitehall Library. 8- 1.5 hr. classes $40 members $80 nonmembers. Membership $20. 610-437-3700 or dndod@aol. com.
Alz. Support Groups Alzheimer’s Respite Program Hope Community Church 7974 Clausville Rd. Fogelsville, For those in early stages of Alzheimer’s. Respite time, support for caregivers. Free, Wed - 1-5 PM Contact Dave Bowers 484-619-0330 bowerdav@gmail.com. 1st Thurs 11:00 am Arden Courts 5151 Hamilton Blvd. Allentown 3rd Sat 3:15pm 410 Krocks Rd. Country Meadows Allentown 3rd Wed 3pm Phoebe Terrace 1925 Turner St. Allentown, 2nd Wed 5:30 pm Sarah Care Adult Day Care 7010 Snow Drift Rd. Allentown, 1st Thurs 1:00pm St. Andrew’s Church 1900 Pennsylvania Ave. Allentown 3rd Thurs 4:30 Westminster Village 2156 Hanover St. Allentown, 3rd Wed 6:30pm Country Meadows Living 4005 Green Pond Rd., Bldg. 4, Bethlehem, 3rd Tues 5:00 pm Kirkland Village 1 Kirkland Village Circle Bethlehem, 4th Mon 2:30pm Moravian Village 526 Wood St. Bethlehem, Last Monday 6:30 pm Traditions of Hanover 5300 Northgate Dr. Bethlehem, 3rd Wed 1:00 pm Third Street Alliance 41 North Third St Easton, 1st Wed 9:30am Moravian Hall Square 175 W. North St. Nazareth.
Phoebe’s Alzheimer’s Support Grp 3-4:30 PM 3rd Wed. Phoebe Terrace, 1940 Turner St, Allentown. For those with loved ones with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. 610-794-5273. Phoebe’s Connecting Hearts Geriatric Care - service with at-home personalized coaching to make dementia-related caregiving more manageable.
Community Events Bangor Area High School Gary Moffett Memorial Scholarship in memory of deceased classmates. $500 award to senior who exemplifies leadership, service, character and scholastic achievement. Lisa 215-9972141, ljupright@msn.com. LV Active Life (Lehigh County Senior Center) 610-437-3700. Programs include swimming, Tai Chi, Zumba Gold, low impact aerobics, strength training. All except for pool programs, are at 1633 West Elm Street Allentown 610-437-3700 or membership@lehighseniors. org. Help every Wed. iPad iPhone and computers. 1p.m.- 4p.m. Call 610-437-3700 or email barbara@lvactivelife.com Lehigh Valley Active Life 1633 Elm Street Allentown, PA Hanover Township Comm. Ctr: 660 Jacksonville Rd, Bethlehem, 610-317-8701. hanovercommunitycenter.com for complete schedule. RN with geriatric experience wanted per diem wanted for assessments, training and county areas. Call Eileen 610-760-3075 Senator Pat Browne hosts a Senior Information Fair Thurs Oct 9, 10a.m. - 1p.m.
Country Meadows of Allentown 410 Krocks Road. FREE event spotlights variety of programs and services offered to seniors PA and local orgs. Open to public, includes light refreshments, door prizes and health screenings. For more info call 610-821-8468 or visit www.senatorbrowne.com. Back, neck, joint pain? Experience Feldenkrais Method, series of gentle, easy movements, helps relieve pain and discomfort. Improves posture, coordination and balance. LV Hospital, 17th and Chew Sts., Allentown, 2nd floor auditorium, Tues,Sept. 9,16,23,30. $10. RSVP required. Contact Carol Siddiqi 610 683 3406 Learn the gentle art of JIN SHIN JYUTSU to improve health, relieve pain, decrease stress. Access energy pathways along the body with light finger pressure to relieve blockages. Similar to accupuncture without the needles. Thurs., Sept. 18, 6 to 8 pm, LV Hospital, 17th and Chew Sts., Allentown, 2nd floor auditorium, $5. RSVP required. Contact Vera Reybitz @Reybitz1@aol.com Lower Macungie Township Historical Society celebrates 25th anniversary hosting an event at Lower Macungie Township Community Center, 3450 Brookside Rd., Macungie, PA on October 12, 2014 from 1-4 p.m. Includes exhibits, demonstrations, children’s activities, food and more. Free. Also offering antique appraisals . Tickets for appraisal of 2 items - purchased online for $8 www.LMTHistory. org 610-965-9509 or sara@
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planetharp.com with questions. “God’s Not Dead” free movie Sat Sep 20 6pm Bethany Church Catasauqua 429 Walnut St. Catasauqua, snacks, fellowship. All welcome. bethanycatty@gmail.com Unmasked - Bethany Women’s Conference Sep 27 8:30am - 2:30pm Bethany Church, 1208 Brookside Road, Wescosville. Led by Linda Williams, breakout sessions, worship, fellowship and lunch. Info or register www. bethanyumchurch.com/women or bethanyumwomen@gmail. com $25 pre-register $30 at door First Presbyt. Church Sep 8, 10a.m. & 11:15 a.m. “Health Care in America” by Ann Miller, Licensed Consultant. Sep15 10 a.m. “Senior Safety and Fraud Prevention” Philip Parise, Outreach Educator 11:15 a.m. “About My Life” by Shane Burcaw, Author. Sep 22 10 a.m. “Surviving the Great Recession, Bethlehem’s Future” Louis Pecktor 11:15 a.m. “Twenty Five Years Servicing Young People” Winston Alozie Boys/Girls Club of Bethlehem 2nd annual Ritter School reunion Sat. Oct 4, Fullerton Fire Co. $25pp includes dinner and dancing, ritterreunion@ yahoo.com, (484) 765-5660
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