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006 Collum's Column by Larry Collum 008 The Mystery Behind Engine Coolant by Tom R. Buff
039 Master Gardener by Mary Ann Miller 054 Hard Coal Baseball by Rich Lipinski 056 My Bucket List: Remembrance Of Hazle Park by Larry Ksanznak
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007 Spring Automotive Guide 014 Women's Health & Fitness Guide 037 Home & Garden 046 Legal & Financing 049 Outdoor & Recreation 057 Family 070 Dining & Entertainment
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As my family and I approach the one-year anniversary of our ownership of Panorama Community Magazine, we are eager to extend our personal thanks to each of our loyal readers and valued advertisers for having made this a very successful year. What has made this such a great first year has been the excitement with which our family has approached the challenges and rewards of publishing this magazine. Our purchase of this excellent magazine, now in its 33rd year, was made possible when former publishers Lex and Jennifer Sloot decided to turn more attention to other interests. They have aided in making this a smooth transition for our family and our continued appreciation is extended to them. Dedication to quality is nothing new to me. I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to keep my family close. I first came to Hazleton in 1987 upon retiring from the United States Army as a Chief Warrant Officer after 21 years of active duty. Soon after, I became General Manager of The Valley Country Club located in the beautiful Conyngham Valley. In 1988, I decided to build my own business, Presto Lube & Wash, which is known today as Valvoline Instant Oil Change. Next, I relocated another business that had existed in my family for many years, Presto Trucking, Inc, from South Dakota to the Hazleton Area, providing combined employment to over one hundred local residents. My family now has the same enthusiasm as we work to expand Panorama’s outreach into nearby communities. In order to accomplish this, my wife, Beverly, and my daughters Sandy and Patty and I are very proud to have the wonderful tradition of this area’s premier monthly magazine to work with. We have worked together for many years at various projects, each with a passion for providing a quality product and service. Moving forward, with new goals and concepts, our commitment will be maintaining past traditions and enhancing our “Panorama” future. At one time, there was a feeling that this magazine catered specifically to an older demographic but now, we are pleased to say our magazine offers something to every member of the community. As with any transition, improvement in overall quality is our prime goal. With this in mind, we are excited to now offer many new features to the magazine, such as the monthly Coupon Cutter, which
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allows our advertisers to pass along significant savings to readers. The new Back Page, showcases up to 18 of our area businesses on a single page, again providing the public with quick and easy information. Similarly, the new “Who Ya Gonna Call?” page has been designed to give readers a tremendous reference to area professionals when they really need them, all at a single glance. Panorama has a reach to over 700,000 area residents with 60,000 readers and distribution in 250 points throughout the service area. We are confident in our ability to do this thanks to our loyal readers, valued advertisers and qualified staff. My wife put it best just recently by saying “everyone we work with is like family.” Each month you will see everyone’s hard work right before your eyes, beginning with our Sales Team Beverly, Patty, Rich Lipinksi, and Gerald Reichert who are out in the field visiting with their clients daily. Managing the office daily is Sandy in Administration to Joan Palmer and Beth Kostanesky in Graphics creating the beauty of our magazine. Last but not least, our Customer Service Manager, John Cusatis ensuring that the needs of our advertisers are being met. Our professional staff possesses more than 50 years of combined experience. This magazine has been complimentary to its loyal readers for over three decades and it will remain so. We are able to do this because of our valued advertisers, whose continued support makes it possible. To our readers, we ask that you give our advertisers a chance to earn your business. We know you’ll be glad you did. Until next month, know that this is just the beginning of a new and exciting time at Panorama…. and as always, we invite you to “Come Grow With Us!”
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The Mystery Behind Engine Coolant by Thomas R. Buff For many years it was a simple task when it came to adding or replacing the engine coolant (commonly called antifreeze) in your car. Buy a gallon of the green stuff and put it in the radiator and your on the road. But the coolants of today have changed dramatically due to engine design and environmental concerns. With cold warm weather upon us you may find the need to add or replace the coolant in your automobile. Does my car use the green coolant? Can I mix the two? What are coolant inhibitors? Vehicle manufactures have been introducing and using a large variety of extended life automobile coolants. Most of the coolant products on the market currently are ethylene glycol base materials with additives included to prevent engine corrosion, to lubricate seals, and to aid in the transfer of heat from the
liquid to the engine metal. The traditional “green” antifreeze that we all are accustomed to using does include all of the above additives but are known to lose some of their qualities over time. The typical green coolant, or Inorganic Acid Technology coolant (IAC) contains silicates and phosphates as corrosion inhibitors that can be depleted after a year or two. As the corrosion protection breaks down, vital engine parts can pit and corrode. This is especially true in the engines of today that utilize aluminum cylinder heads and/or engine blocks. Corrosion is a leading factor in engine damage, heater core and water pump failure, and other coolant system malfunctions. The traditional “green” antifreeze does provide corrosion protection up to about 30,000 miles, but must be replaced at the specified intervals. IAC coolant has been used since
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the 1920s and was standard in cars up to the 1990s. The alternative coolants on the market today are “extended life” coolants or Organic Acid Technology coolants (OAC). “Orange” antifreeze is an extended life coolant that is designed to offer corrosion protection for up to 100,000 miles and more. Orange antifreeze contains various organic acids that lubricate and protect engine parts from corrosion including added levels of phosphates and silicates to defend rust . Dexcool is a popular type of OAC coolant and is dyed an orange color. The color distinguishes the coolant as an extended life coolant. These types of coolants should not be mixed with the green coolant. To provide extended life and protection, the green antifreeze must be drained and flushed in order to replace the mixture for superior cooling system performance and longevity. Many automobile manufacturers offer antifreeze in a rainbow of different colors that distinguish their blend of extended life coolants. These range from Toyota Red to GM Orange and VW Pink to Korean Blue which is used in some BMW and Volvo cars. But don’t let the colors fool you; most green antifreeze should be replaced every two years or 30,000 miles. Most other colors are extended life coolants that will last up to ten years. But as always, follow your manufactures recommended guidelines for the type of coolant used in your engine. Many manufactures specify the need for coolant that will not void their warranties. So do your homework and be sure use the proper coolant in your vehicle. Happy Motoring!
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Chura's Auto Sales Celebrates 60th Anniversary! by John Chura, Chura Auto Sales
You can save on car repairs with high-quality used parts at the Pull-A-Part superstore. You're also keeping something perfectly useful out of a landfill. Learn more at www. pullapart.com. An open recall can be an excellent opportunity for the buyer of a used car to have work done prior to the purchase. It's estimated that in 2013, there were 3.5 million vehicles with open recalls for sale online. To learn more, visit www.carfax.com. Having your vehicle damaged in a collision and dealing with the body shop, insurance companies and car rental company can be confusing. To help, a website, www. crashrepairinfo.com, created by a group of car parts manufacturers known as the OEM Roundtable, offers tips and other information.
This year Chura’s Auto Sales celebrates 60 years in business selling cars and trucks in the area. The business was started by my grandfather Nick in 1954. He managed to get through the good times as well as the hard times. He did this by always standing behind what he sold, and by offering the best price possible. After my grandfather, my dad William took it over and maintained the same tradition. Good, clean vehicles at fair honest prices. I started working with my dad and he taught me
the business. After his passing a few years ago, I am now the third generation to run the business. All my vehicles are handpicked by me and serviced before they are put up for sale. As always we stand behind what we sell. My mother Irene and my son Nick help me every day. All notary work is done in my house by my mother, and my son cleans and does light repairs. One day my son Nick will run the business. He will be the fourth generation. I intend to celebrate our 60th year by offering all our cars and trucks at the lowest price possible. Stop by and say hello. If you see something you like, take it for a ride, you will be treated like family. I’d like to thank all of you who have previously purchased a vehicle from Chura’s Auto Sales, and hope to see you again in the future.
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Wash Away The Effects Of Rough Weather (NAPSA)-When it's time for spring-cleaning, remember to include your car. Cleaning your vehicle inside and out prevents the buildup of damaging chemicals and dirt, reduces the potential for rust from road salt and helps ensure proper visibility needed for safe driving. How To Clean Your Car To get started, remove any clutter from inside the car, including items that have ac-
cumulated in the trunk that can add extra weight and reduce fuel efficiency. The next step is to thoroughly clean and vacuum the interior and wash the windows. When washing the outside, include the tires, wheels, underside and fenders to eliminate any road salt or grime. Wheels and tires should be cleaned with a mitt other than the one used to wash the body. This will avoid contaminating the vehicle's paint with debris
Keeping your vehicle clean protects your valuable investment. The task takes very little money or effort but provides huge returns.
from the wheels and tires. Wash in the shade and with a product sold specifically for cars. Wash one section at a time, thoroughly rinsing away the soap as you go. Work your way down toward the front, sides and rear of the vehicle. Clean the fenders and bumpers last since they will have the most dirt and grime that can contaminate the wash mitt. Give the car a final rinse: Remove the spray nozzle from the hose and let the water cascade down the surfaces of the vehicle. To avoid water spots, dry your car with a chamois or other product made for drying. The last step is to wax the car. This should be done out of direct sunlight and every six months. It goes a long way toward protecting the vehicle's finish and makes subsequent washes easier. If you found any stone chips, rust or other problem spots while washing your vehicle, the experts at the Car Care Council recommend having these taken care of immediately to prevent further damage. The Council is the source LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED of information for the "Be Car FOR 53 YEARS! Care Aware" consumer educaINSPECTIONS • ALIGNMENTS tion campaign promoting the BRAKES • MUFFLERS benefits of regular vehicle care, Broad & Vine Sts., Hazleton maintenance and repair to 570-455-5854 consumers. Rt. 309, North, Tamaqua 570-668-9953 For further facts and tips, visit www.carcare.org.
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Happy 25th Anniversary SJM Auto Sales And Repair 2014 marks the 25th anniversary of SJM Auto sales and Repairs. In 2002 the Panorama Magazine ran an article announcing the opening of their state of the art building in Sybertsville. 12 years ago owner Steve Martonick was pleased to announce that “we are a complete shop, with most innovative equipment.” 12 years has not changed their dedication to the newest technologies to give the customer a hassle free experience. Steve and his dedicated team understand that your vehicle is major investment, when there is problem, their experience and professional skill will get the job done right. “We work with all insurance companies and are a direct-repair facility for most major companies. We have ASC Certified Technicians on staff with a large knowledge base about all aspects of the auto industry.” “In keeping with the up-to-date methods to get you back on the road, our equipment such as the Kar Krabber Frame Machine, the John Beam Alignment machine, and the DuPont Cromax Pro Water Based Paint System (where all paint work is matched by computer), allows us to provide for all your auto service needs.” SJM Storage In 2013, Steve grew his business again with the opening of SJM Storage. The storage units, which are adjacent to SJM Auto sales and Repair, were opened with the same dedication to customer service. “We offer safe, reliable and convenient self-storage.” The storage units are open 7 days a week, equipped with ADT security, which provides 24 hour surveillance. The units come in several sizes;
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Take Your Sleep Seriously At The Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton’s Sleep Center Information brought to you by the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton If you suffer from irregular or interrupted sleep, you know sleep is a serious matter. Over 40 million Americans are afflicted with various sleep disorders, which are linked with poor work performance, driving accidents, relationship problems, and mood disorders, like anger and depression. Insufficient sleep is also linked to the development of a number of chronic diseases and conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and depression. David Dubick, Drums, knows the negative affects of sleep disorders all too well. Several years ago, the retired Eckley and Ashley Historical Society sites administrator was waking up in the morning with an extremely dry mouth and throat. He mentioned it to his family physician, Eugene Gorski, MD, who
suggested he undergo a sleep study. Dubick had never considered a sleep study, but he took the suggestion seriously. He later learned that his mother, who passed away in her sleep, suffered from sleep apnea. Dubick’s sleep study was conducted at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton’s (LVH-Hazleton’s) Sleep Center. The Sleep Center features board-certified physicians, a registered polysomnography therapist and experienced respiratory technicians who provide comprehensive diagnostic services. The team recorded Dubick’s brain waves, respiration, heart rate, periodic limb movement, and monitored him for seizure activity, rate of sleep, and evidence of teeth grinding. Technicians monitor patients during the entire study, and if patients have questions, they simply talk.
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New Classes, Special Guest Teacher, Kids Birthday Parties And Summer Solstice Shopping At Mystic Power Yoga provided by Mystic Power Yoga As we continue to settle into our new space, we invite you to give Mystic Power Yoga a try! There is always so much going on at the studio... there is truly something for everyone. Here is what we have coming up... Saturday's at Mystic Power Yoga just got better... • Saturday, May 3rd a special self defense course will be offered in Studio B from 10:30 am to 11:30 am by Butch Boris of Tri-County Martial Arts. • Saturdays, May 10th, 17th and 24th a class for Mystic Junior Warriors, ages 10 to 15 will be held from 10:30 am to 11:30. • And finally, no need for a sitter...finally adults and children can both enjoy yoga at the same time, 9 am to 10 am. Kids take yoga (up to age 10) in Studio B and parents (moms and dads) take a Basics yoga class in the main studio. A basics class is the perfect opportunity to discover Baptiste yoga! You will learn the basic flow of Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga with no worries, while your children are taught by our certified and experienced yoga teachers, Miss Jen and Miss Sandy. Every Saturday in the month of May, with the exception of Saturday, May 31st. MPY is thrilled to welcome a special guest teacher Suzie Harris Newcome. Suzie is a 500hr Certified Baptiste yoga teacher, member of the Leader Teacher Faculty and the founder of Namaspa, an Affiliate Baptiste Power Yoga studio in Bend, Oregon. She will present a Shift Your Vision Workshop beginning Friday, May 30th from 5:30 pm to 7 pm with an introductory 90 minute Baptiste Flow Yoga class introducing the fundamentals for powerful inversions. And then on Saturday, May 31st from 10 am to 1 pm she will present a 3 hour workshop entitled Empowering your Inversions from the Ground Up - the sky is the limit. You will have the opportunity to learn to practice and assist headstand (traditional and tri-pod), handstand, forearm stand, scorpion, shoulderstand and more. Reservations are required by contacting MYP at 570-582-9641 or register online, mysticyogastudio.com. For those yogis who prefer to exercise at room temperature, we have added a brandnew, low-heat power vinyasa class with Mystic Teacher Maureen. This class will take place every Wednesday evening at 5:30 pm in Studio B. MPY is excited to announce that you can now book a date for your child's birthday party! This is a brand-new, fun opportunity your kids will love and and we are thrilled to be able to now offer this unique service! Budget friendly packages start at $149 for a 2-hour party. Contact Val at valerie@mysticyogastudio.com to reserve your
date. SAVE THE DATE! Everyone is invited to attend the Inaugural Mystic Summer Solstice Shopping Extravagaza, which will be piled high with yoga, pampering, jewelry, healthy living services, refreshments, discounts & more! Sunday, June 22nd from 9:30 am to 2 pm. Contact Val at valerie@mysticyogastudio.com if you are interested in offering your products or services
at this event or simply mark your calendars and stop by for some shopping and information. This will be an event you will not want to miss! MPY is the only Baptiste Affiliate Yoga Studio in NEPA. For up to date information find us on Facebook, visit our website at mysticyogastudio. com or call 570.582.9641. The studio is located at 592 Susquehanna Blvd (Route 93) in Hazle Township near the Laurel Mall.
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5 Things To Know About Elder Care Service Providers by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers Deciding mom or dad's needs that they need help with can be difficult. You hate to say it aloud, but your parents are growing older and their mobility, cognizance and physiques are changing. If you're a family searching for the best elder care service for your parents, it is important to identify which features people are drawn to in a provider. • Official Papers - An especially important
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patients are evaluated for any signs of neglect or abuse. • Best of the Best - At Comfort Keepers© we like to maintain a cozy home environment and provide the best skilled and trained associates. Professional medical assistance is sometimes needed in in-home care situations, and you want to ensure the company you choose hires highly qualified staff members. If you are researching elder care service providers and your mom or dad suffer from a special condition such as Alzheimer's Disease, surgery recovery or arthritis, find a provider with caregivers specializing in that field. • Choices - Each client is different, and the service they need may vary from senior to senior. If a family member is helping with the caregiving, they may only need respite care. A loved one may still be fairly mobile, but require help with housekeeping, meal preparation, errands or laundry. For more severe conditions, personal grooming, toileting assistance and feeding are essential. After analyzing THE CHOICES needed, selecting a company becomes easier. • Best Pal - The personality of a caregiver is just as important as service performance. Does the staff radiate compassion and companionship? Does the staff give clients independence by including them in decisionmaking? It's hard to tell without experience. The easiest way to gauge a person is hearing from the people connected to them. Read PERSONAL TESTIMONIES and reviews. You'll find the true nature of the caregiver this way. • Investment - If you are researching elder care service providers, money is always an important topic of discussion. Estimate the value of your investment long-tem and explore financial aid options. Comfort Keepers is one of the leading elder care service providers in the country and has been ranked No. 1 in senior care by Entrepreneur magazine. As you search for the best fit, find out WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER COMFORT KEEPERS and CONTACT US for more information. For more information on senior living and elder care options, go to www.comfortkeepers/hazletonpa.com. Each office is independently owned and operated. Marlin Duncan, owner of Comfort Keepers, works professionally with the elderly on issues relating to senior independence. He can be reached in Hazleton at 570-450-0890.
Changes In Women’s Oral Health Throughout Their Lifetime by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. Women have a vastly different health composition than men due to the varying ways that female hormones function during different stages of their lives. As a result of the sometimes sudden onset of these stages, women can be increasingly more prone to oral health diseases such as dry mouth, eating disorders, facial pain, and TMJ. Such hormonal variations may also affect the degree of a woman’s plaque buildup as well as the flow of blood to gums which aids in immune response. This restricted response will directly result in increased susceptibility to numerous forms of gum disease several fold when compared to men. There are actual specific stages throughout a woman’s lifetime where this increased susceptibility to oral diseases become more prevalent due to hormonal level variations. Women typically experience such variations during puberty, while using birth control, throughout their monthly cycle, during pregnancy and menopause. Young females typically experience oral health concerns during puberty due to significant increases in both estrogen and progesterone. These hormones will increase blood flow throughout the body including intraorally in the gums. The result is elevated levels of bleeding from the gums during routine brushing and flossing. Sore, tender, and swollen gums are also routinely reported by young women during puberty for the same reasons. Progesterone levels are also increased in those females who use birth control pills as the
hormone itself is contained in the pills themselves. Due to the elevated progesterone level as in puberty, exaggerated plaque levels will result. Typically, when my patients show to their appointments, routine health history updates are asked of our patients. It is at that time that you should inform your dentist of your birth control pill usage. This would explain the presence of any symptoms mentioned thus far as a result of elevated progesterone levels. Severe hormonal shift changes will also occur during a woman’s monthly cycle. Again, there is a severe spike in progesterone levels during this time. Typically, women during this time experience some or all of the same symptoms as those going through puberty or those who are on oral birth control. Additionally, however, women who are in the midst of their monthly cycle may also encounter acute canker sore outbreaks. A very common form of gingivitis, they will usually heal and disappear within a few days. Should they not heal within a few days on their own or even worsen, contact your dentist immediately. Pregnancy will also present with an elevated level of progesterone. By now, you can probably surmise that women should expect the normal symptoms typical of elevated progesterone levels. While that is true, pregnant women will experience heightened and exaggerated symptoms than do the other female groups which have been addressed previously. This heightened exaggeration results from the growing fetus causing decreased calcium levels which compounds the effects of heightened
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progesterone levels. As will all of women’s life stages, be sure to inform your dentist if you may be or are pregnant as that will explain symptoms which may be present as well as regulate x-ray usage during your pregnancy. Menopause is the end stage of female hormonal changes. Symptomatic changes during this stage are not necessarily due to increased progesterone levels. Oral concerns during this stage are generally caused by the aging process itself as well as medications employed to treat menopausal symptoms. Estrogen loss during this stage causes decreased bone density which may lead to tooth loss. A receding gum line will often times precede bone density detection and should not be taken lightly and treated at early onset. Exposed teeth are more susceptible to wear, tear, and oral elements which may lead to their ultimate and early loss. In conclusion, women are at risk of oral issues all throughout their entire lives with varying degrees of onset and severity. Routinely scheduled appointments are equally important no matter the stage at which a woman is in her life. Importance and relevance of prevention do not wax and wane during life, but rather are equally important throughout life. Should you require optimal dental care throughout life’s journey, please contact my office directly at 570-443-9892 so I as well as my courteous, professional staff may assist your every need. For more information as well as previous Panorama articles, please visit our website at www.toothdocpa.com.
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Allergy Season by Dr. Joseph Bafile Sneezing, wheezing, running nose, itchy eyes, blotchy skin – here we go again with allergy season! Sneezing, wheezing, coughing and itching are commonly considered symptoms of allergies, but joint stiffness, sluggishness, headaches, alternating constipation and diarrhea – these symptoms and others can also be signs of an “allergic reaction,” a “sensitivity,”
or an “intolerance” to something entering your body. Do I Need an Anit-Histamine? Even though we eat the right foods, support the body with digestive enzymes, probiotics, organic minerals and vitamin complexes, we may still experience symptoms of ALLERGIES from time to time. Reactions such as sneezing, wheezing, running nose, itchy eyes
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and many others are caused by the release of histamine in the affected body tissues. Question: Should I use anti-histamines when I feel allergic symptoms? Histamine is involved in myriad physiological conditions, all with the goal of supporting healing. When antibodies bind with foreign substances, histamine is released to begin a process of flooding the irritated tissue with healing fluids. This inflammatory reaction can be quite uncomfortable, but is a necessary part of the healing process. One does not want to inactivate histamine, although it is ideal to clear the histamine from our tissues efficiently after it has done its job. Drug forms of antihistamine may interfere with the healing purposes of histamine, and frequently have side effects. More importantly, these drugs may be altogether avoided by supporting normal body processes. What we need is a natural product that helps the body handle the histamine reactions, relieve symptoms, and support healing. For this exact purpose we recommend: • Antronex© which contains Yakriton, a liver fat extract discovered in the 1920’s. Yakriton has been shown to help the liver efficiently filter the blood, removing excess histamine and toxins from the blood. Protection of the stomach, nasal passages, lungs, liver and kidneys is the ultimate Health Building goal when it comes to strengthening the body to handle allergic reactions. A whole food concentrate product which supports all these body systems is appropriately named Allerplex©. • Allerplex© is a special combination formula of whole food concentrates containing a wide variety of nutrients effective in helping maintain a healthy immune system. Allerplex is useful in supporting proper acid/alkaline balance, and sustaining healthy liver function. Allerplex has been used by doctors since 1959 for this very purpose. To see if Chiropractic and Nutritional Therapy may be able to help you call 570788-3737 today for a complimentary consultation.
Guardian Services Can Help With Your Recovery At Home by Cindy Sweeney, Site Coordinator
Take a break from your everyday routine, let Guardian Services help. Home is where we can offer the choice of comfort, and the ability to be around family and friends. When home is where your heart is after recovering from an illness or surgery, we are here to make your choice a reality. Guardian Home and Community Services is rooted throughout Pennsylvania and is known as a trusted leader in the field of healthcare. We provide collaborative Services to keep families together in their homes and communities. Our staff will work with you to meet your needs and exceed expectations. Whatever you need to stay at home • Personal care provided by Home Care Specialists (assistance with Activities of Daily Living to include, Bathing, Eating, Toileting, Grooming and Transferring). • Companion Care provided by trained Home Care Specialists (Assistance with Home Management, Recreational Activity, Meal Preparation, Friendly Companionship, Light Housekeeping, Errand, including shopping, prescription pick up, escort to appointments, church and social outings). • Respite Care • Scheduling according to your needs. • 1 to 24 hour care, 7 days a week. • Professional, experienced caregivers who are dedicated to caring for your needs. • Professionals on call 24 hours a day to assist you. • Emergency response and medication managements systems. Charges are based on the level of care needed and the amount of time required. The Agency is Medicare & Medicaid certified, participates in Waiver Programs, Options Program, Veteran's Administration, Private Insurances and Self Pay.
The McKenzie Method by Dr. Tim Kelly, PT, DPT This article will explain a specific approach to low back pain, The McKenzie Method. The McKenzie Method is an overall philosophy of physical therapy and exercise that "centralizes" a patient's pain into the back, away from the legs and arms, and then teaches patients self-healing techniques, including exercise, for managing their own back pain or neck pain long-term. The McKenzie Method was developed in the 1960’s by Robin McKenzie, a physical therapist in New Zealand. In his practice, he noted that extending the spine could provide significant pain relief to certain patients and allow them to return to their normal daily activities. A common perception is that the McKenzie approach comprises a set of exercises that people can do on their own. While this is true, the McKenzie Method is really an overall program of assessment, treatment and prevention strategies (including exercise) that are usually best learned
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with a physical therapist that is trained in the method. The long-term goal of the McKenzie Method is to teach patients suffering from neck pain and/or back pain how to treat themselves and manage their own pain for life using exercise and other strategies. Other goals include: • Reduce pain quickly • Return to normal functioning in daily activities • Minimize the risk of recurring pain (avoid painful postures and movements) • Minimize the number of return visits to the spine specialist At Physical Therapy Specialists, we are fortunate to have a certified McKenzie therapist, Rich Kokinda, who brings over twenty-five years experience to evaluating and treating patients with low back problems. Rich can be reached at our Hometown clinic 570-668-1889.
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The Laurels May 2014 Springtime Fun May is such a magnificent time of year; the beautiful songs of the birds, the flowers in bloom, the extra daylight and breathtaking sunsets. May 1st marks our 11th anniversary of those amazing sunsets from our own backyard. The view is absolutely breathtaking. We are looking forward to enjoying many summer nights on the veranda in our garden. Speaking of gardens, our Laurels garden is one of our most favorite spring time activities. We cannot wait to begin planting all the vegetables again. It’s going to be great to enjoy the fruits of our labor. We had such a great time at our annual Family Easter meal and we’re looking forward to our Mother’s Day Luncheon and picnics in the park. Plus, we’re really excited about the outdoor excursions planned for this month. We’re look-
ing forward to all the wonderful things that Spring brings! Mother’s Day Luncheon Saturday, May 3rd, we will be proudly honoring all mothers by having our annual “Mother’s Day Luncheon”. Tables will set up for our residents to display their mothers and families photos for everyone to enjoy. In addition to our gourmet dinner carefully prepared by our chef, desserts, wine and cheese will also be served for this great event. We’re all looking forward to this time honored tradition. Upcoming Events This month keeps us swinging, moving and entertained by talents of: Joe Lapchack, Cindy Robertson, Micky Daniels and George
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Rittenhouse. Special Excursions We will be heading out to lunch at the Plaza Diner and shopping at the Laurel Mall, Church Hill Mall and Wal-Mart. Plus we will be hitting to our favorite hot spot, Mohegan Sun to get in on the action! Mother’s Day Luncheon Every year, we are honored to be invited by the Volunteer Center of Greater Hazleton to the annual Mother’s Day Luncheon at Genetti’s in Hazleton. We always have a wonderful time celebrating each other and sharing motherhood memories. In Style Senior Living Choosing the appropriate retirement community can be an exciting experience and transition in your life. The options available to seniors have grown tremendously with their demands, and while this is great news for seniors and their families, it can be overwhelming trying to sort through them all. The Laurels Senior Living Community has been serving seniors and their families for over 11 years, so we understand the important decisions that families encounter while transitioning into a personal care home. Choosing the appropriate residence can make all the difference in the individual’s physical, emotional, and social well-being. Whether you need care for a loved one or for yourself, we can help you understand the care choices available at the Laurels. The Laurels Senior Living Community offers seniors the privacy and freedom of home combined with the convenience and security of on-call assistance and maintenance-free living. The Laurels offers active seniors choices about how they want to live with 3 levels of support: Independent / Active Senior Living; Personal Care I and II and Respite / Short-term Care. If you would like more information regarding any of our services, please call our office at 570-455-7757 or email us at info@ laurels-seniorliving.com. You can also stop by for a private tour of our beautiful facility and enjoy a complimentary lunch. The Laurels Senior Living Community “Where our Family of Residents Come First!”
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Botox, The Anti-Depressant? by Stephen Schleicher, MD Remember the classic Bobby McFarlene song Don’t Worry, Be Happy. Well check out the title of a recent article in the New York Times: Don’t Worry, Get Botox. To quote from the Times: “New research suggests that it is possible to treat depression by paralyzing key facial muscles with Botox which prevents patients from frowning and having unhappy-looking faces”. In a study to be published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, co-authored by a dermatologist and psychiatrist, over 50% of patients with major depression who received Botox experienced significant improvement. Two other studies have reached similar conclusions This data suggests that there is a pathway between the brain and the muscles of facial expression allowing the brain to monitor the status of the face and respond by generating the appropriate feeling. The article concludes that should Botox prove effective “it will raise the intriguing question of whether in administering Botox to vast numbers of people for cosmetic reasons, we might have serendipitously treated or prevented depression in a large number of them.” Ok, let’s all sing along with Bobby: Don’t worry, Get Botox, Be Happy. Who knows…….maybe Botox will put shrinks out of business.
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Have You Been Sickly? by John Degenhart, DC Lately, many people are coming into the office who were coughing for a month, or were throwing up with a stomach virus. Maybe even diarrhea. They had to lay around, couldn’t sleep well, and they feel achy and sore all over. That is a prime time to see a chiropractor. We find that everything is all out of alignment. As we adjust them, their sore muscles relax, so they sleep better. Then their neck pain goes away, then their stomach cramps stop. Their energy starts to come back, they resume their activities, go for walks, and they feel great again. Don’t get me wrong, if you are sickly, there is a time to rest and let the virus run its course. But there comes a certain point where you can’t lay around too much. The chiropractic adjustment isn’t only for back pain. It reduces muscle tension, it improves blood lymphatic circulation, it relaxes stress and tension. It helps the body to cope and adapt better so that the body will heal faster. So if you have been sickly, and still feel out-of-sorts, get an adjustment. Get your body
tuned up, it will energize your mind and spirit. This time of the year you have to be strong to fight off sickness. So drink your tea, get your rest, but go get a chiropractic adjustment. It will help you to be your best!
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Hazleton YWCA—The Y For Women Of All Ages by Marianne Pindar, Marketing Director-Hazleton YMCA/YWCA The mission of the YMCA stands for youth development, for healthy living and social responsibility while the YWCA’s stand is to eliminate racism and empower women. At the Greater Hazleton Area YMCA / YWCA, we offer many programs and services to enhance women physically emotionally and socially. Our current class offerings include sessions in: Piloxing, Body Pump 89, Ab Solution, Power Stretch, Arthritis (Swim therapy), Belly Fit, Wellness, Nutrition, RPM 60, Zumba, Aqua Zumba, Cycle / Cycle Fusion, Energize, Hi-Lo, Stability Ball, Movement for Better Balance and Yoga. Exercise classes and programs at your Hazleton YWCA can: • Energize • Strengthen Bones • Lower Blood Pressure • Promote Weight Management • Challenge the Mind as well as the Body • Add to social networking – mingle with old friends/make new ones • Promote healthy living • Lower stress
• Provide for relaxation or de-stress in our Sauna A new program we are inaugurating for spring is our Wednesday Wellness Walk. It will take place every Wednesday, from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM ….*Weather Permitting, at the Hazleton Rails to Trails- we will meet in the parking lot. This program is for everyone- but beginners welcome. It is a fun relaxing way to health & fitness while taking in the stress-free beauty of nature all around. Call 570-4552046 and ask for Terry to register. For those of you needing to crank it up a notch on your own workout program or better yet begin one, there are personal trainers available to work with our members one-on-one. They will help you design a unique workout and wellness routine to fit your individual needs. Advance notice is required if interested in having a personal trainer work with you. Also spring is associated with all types of outdoor sports. Look to the Y for various sports conditioning clinics, such as: skiing, golf, volleyball, swimming, bowling etc.,. Our trainers can help you with strength and condi-
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tioning exercises and practices no matter what your sport. We can also accommodate groups, but please call ahead to set up a personal group session. Age is only a number and The Y is for Women of any age. We have programs to fit the needs of your entire family: Self Defense for Women, Boxing, You Go Girl (for young girls and teens), Birthday Parties, Babysitting, Volleyball, Before and After School Care, PreSchool, Teen Center, Dog Obedience, Therapy Dog Training, Basketball League, Swim Team, Exerzone, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Sports Conditioning. The Y offers “free” babysitting service so you can take time to pamper yourself while we pamper your kids. The Hazleton Y collaborates with local organizations such as S.A.F.E. (Supporting Autistic Families Everywhere) - monthly support meetings are held at our facility while Y staff members host activities for their children. The Area on Aging will hold classes and activities for citizens age 50 and over. We are also the meeting spot for the Seniors Club, T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) and Live Wires- a program for parents and tots. It is also time to think of your family canine, it is a child of another kind. The Y presents an Orientation/Information session for both the Therapy Dog Training and Basic Dog Obedience Training. The Therapy Dog Training is a program aimed at grooming dogs, all ages and all mixes and breeds, to do therapy work. The Basic Dog Obedience class is available for all dogs- especially puppies and older dogs that have been labeled as untrainable. This is a class which follows the Cesar Millan training method. This information session is Free to attend. Participants in the orientation session will receive $25.00 off the cost of enrollment by attending this special introduction. Trainers Michelle and JoAnn along with their pets, Grux and Chase respectively, will be on hand to offer information and demonstrations on both clinics. Therapy Dog class will run on Tuesday while the Dog Obedience is scheduled for Thursday. Both are 5 week sessions. Graduation exercises for your pet are held on the last night of the program. The YMCA-YWCA is a great place to meet new people or feel free to bring a friend alongthe more the merrier. We also encourage those who may have a special creative talent and wish
to volunteer their time to share with others. Ladies, think also about holding your next party or get-together at the Y. The Hazleton Y has several fun ways to help celebrate birthdays or other special events such as, baby or bridal showers or special birthdays/anniversaries 50th, 75th etc. , Gym Party, Teen Center Party, Exerzone Party (*NEW*), Kid Zone Party, Pool Party, Rock Climbing Party, Rock, Swim & Gym Party, Ultimate Sleepover Party, Combo Party *(any combination of above activities) Jack LaLanne, the Godfather of Fitness, once said, “Live Young Forever”! and Martin Luther King Jr. said, “If you dream it, you can achieve it!”- While I am a firm believer in the thought to “never underestimate the power of a woman on a mission!” – Amen! With the flurry of activity happening daily inside the confines of the Hazleton YMCA/ YWCA, our aim is to encourage a spirit of fitness and wellness. Everyone is welcome at the Y. We make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. For more information on any of these programs or other activities at the Y, to apply for membership or purchase gift certificates to give the gift of “Health”, please call: 570-455-2046. The Hazleton Y is a United Way Agency. Get fit at the Y and Be the best you can be! See you soon!
Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton’s Fitness & Rehabilitation Open House May 22nd Interested in joining a group exercise program, but unsure which class is right for you? If so, stop by the Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton’s Fitness & Rehabilitation Open House on Thursday, May 22, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. You can meet one-on-one with exercise and rehabilitation specialists. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ‘try out’ a variety of group fitness programs and participate in a variety of free fitness screenings. The program is free, but pre-registration is required for all activities. Call 570-501-6767 to register. You can learn more about all the Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton’s fitness and rehabilitation programs by calling 570-501-6750. The Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton is located at 50 Moisey Drive, Hazleton.
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Would You Say “I Do” Again? by Lisa Marie Halecky “I take thee…to love and to cherish…for as long as we both shall live.” At Heritage Hill, we have five senior couples living together that took those vows many years ago. In fact, most of our couples have been married over 60 years! Although they need some assistance, they are happy to be able to live together at Heritage Hill Senior Community. Each couple has their own room, and they can be seen laughing and holding hands in our cozy common rooms, sharing conversation over the dinner table, participating in activities and going on outings together. Our staff enjoys seeing them every day living a happy life with their loved one. We like to make each couple feel special by celebrating their anniversary with a private dinner and cake. So, what is the secret to a long and happy marriage? “Love, respect, and being there for one another every day,” said residents Robert and Natalie Strauss, who married 65 years ago. Other couples living at Heritage Hill
include: Willard and Jean Lamson (married 63 years); Walter and Winkie Woods (married 19 years); Anna and Albert Delessio (married 61 years); and Robert and Pat Houghtaling (married 64 years). Would you say “I do” again? If so, join us and other senior couples in the area for a vow renewal ceremony on Thursday, June 12 at 2 p.m. here at Heritage Hill. Judge Joseph Homanko will preside over the ceremony, which will be followed by a small reception with live entertainment and a wedding cake. If you and your spouse wish to renew your vows, please call me to register by May 29. If you’d just like to attend the festivities, please call Janice by June 2. You can reach both of us at 570-427-4500. Heritage Hill Senior Community offers personal care and memory care in our beautiful community overlooking the Pocono Mountains. Our personal care neighborhood is for those who need a little assistance with daily tasks but do not require constant medical care. For those with Alzheimer’s or dementia, Shepherd's Garden provides specialized care and programs. If you’re looking for a great senior community for couples, call 570-427-4500 or email me at lmhalecky@heritagehillsenior.com to arrange a tour. Or visit our website at www. heritagehillsenior.com and check out our new “happy” video featuring some of our senior couples!
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(NAPSA)-Doctors say walking five days a week for 30 minutes at a time may lower your chances of high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes. Walking may also make your bones and muscles stronger, burn calories and lift your mood. To start a walking program or just to walk more, try some tips from the brochure "Walking...A Step in the Right Direction" from the Weight-control Information Network (WIN), a national information service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health: • Walk in places you enjoy, such as a park or shopping center. Make sure that it is safe to do so. • Bring along a friend or family member to chat with or listen to some of your favorite music as you walk. Keep the volume low so that you can hear noises around you. • Walk with others, when possible, and take a phone and ID with you. • Keep track of your efforts with a journal or log. Record date, time and distance. • Set goals and reward yourself with something like 30 minutes of quiet time to yourself. You can get more healthful tips from WIN's "Walking...A Step in the Right Direction." The free brochure features tips, a sample walking program and stretches for walkers. Go to www.win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/walking.htm to read and download the brochure. For further information, call WIN at (877) 946-4627, visit www.win.niddk.nih.gov or like WIN at facebook.com/win.niddk.nih. gov.
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Women: Love Your Heart! by Patti Washko Graaf, Lutheran Home Care and Hospice It is Women’s Health Month. We as women, tend to always take care of everyone around us …but what about us? Cardiovascular Disease is generally believed to be a disease that affects men; however, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in America. The disease claims nearly a half million women’s lives every year. Stroke is the No. 3 killer and a leading cause of serious disability. “Heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases claim more women’s lives each year than the five causes of death combined, and nearly twice as many as all forms of cancer, including breast cancer,” said Alice Jacobs, M.D., president-elect
of the American Heart Association. Here are some more statistics – some surprising, all daunting - found on the American Heart Association’s website: • Only 13 percent of women view heart disease as a health threat, even though it’s women’s No. 1 killer. • Cardiovascular disease (CVD) kills 480,000 women a year, about one per minute. • One in three adult females and males in the United States suffers from a form of CVD. • CVD claims more lives than the next four most common causes of death combined. • On average, an American dies of CVD every 35 seconds. • Sixty-four percent of women who died suddenly of coronary heart disease had no previous symptoms. • One in 2.6 female deaths is from CVD, compared with one in 30 from breast cancer. Heart disease rates in post-menopausal women are two to three times higher than in pre-menopausal women of the same age. • Stroke kills more women than men. In 2003, females represented 61 percent of stroke deaths. Women, love your heart! You can reduce your risk of these health threats. Here are some risk factors for heart disease that you can control. • High blood pressure. This condition can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. Smoking. If you smoke, your risk of developing coronary heart disease is two to four times that of nonsmokers. Smoking is also a major preventable cause of stroke. • High cholesterol. The higher your total blood cholesterol, the greater your risk of coronary
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heart disease and stroke. • Physical inactivity. Lack of physical activity increases your risk of coronary heart disease and stroke. • Obesity or overweight. If you have excess body fat — especially at the waist — you’re more likely to develop heart disease or have a stroke. • Diabetes. Having diabetes increases your risk of heart disease and stroke, especially if your blood sugar is not controlled. There are other risk factors to be aware of — talk to your doctor about how your age, race and heredity may affect your risk for heart disease. Reduce your risk factors, know the warning signs of heart attack and stroke, and respond quickly if warning signs occur. Visit www.americanheart. org for more information about practical ways to build more physical activity into your existing routine and to incorporate easy, healthy changes into your life, and warning signs of heart attack and stroke. Parts of this article were taken from The American Heart Association website. Patti Washko Graaf is Community Relations Coordinator for Lutheran Home Care & Hospice Saint John. Lutheran Home Care & Hospice Saint John, provides Home Health; Hospice; Telehealth Monitoring and In-home Services The agency locally located in Hazleton, serves Northeast PA, including Lehigh Valley; South Central PA and Northern MD. Lutheran Home Care & Hospice Saint John is a member of the Greater Hazleton United Way. For more information contact us at 1.800.840.9081 or visit lutheranhomecare.org. LIKE us on Facebook!
Shoulder Safety And Physical And Occupational Therapy by Pro Rehabilitation Services Your shoulder complex is made up of several different bones coming together or what we call “joints.” Additionally, there is a multitude of soft tissue structures including muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and blood vessels that are also located in and around the shoulder, neck and upper back that are crucial in permitting full and pain free use of your shoulder/arm. Any or all of these structures can be affected by injury or trauma. Although it is possible to heal from injury, it is much easier (physically, financially, emotionally, socially, and cognitively) to prevent injury. Protecting yourself from injury starts with knowing the correct way to position your body. From a shoulder standpoint: 1) Reaching forward is safer than reaching out to the side. Pivot with your feet or reposition your body to face what you are reaching for to ensure a forward reach rather than a reach out to the side. 2) Limit how far you reach with your arm by moving closer to the object you are retrieving or handling. Step closer or use a stepladder to limit your reach. When your elbow is closer to your ribs/side, that is a more normal resting position for your shoulder thereby reducing the stress & strain on all of the joints and various soft tissues mentioned above. Additionally, supporting a weight (ie. lifting) with your arm closer to your body is less demanding than attempting to support the same weight at arms length away from your body. Use the sports medicine approach for in-
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Inflammation is not only a leading source of pain but can also contribute to many diseases. Under normal circumstances, inflammation plays an important role in helping us recover from injury and fight off infections but when inflammation gets out of control, it can damage our body significantly. When we get injured, inflammation will happen. Cells in the fluid will ID and break down damaged or foreign tissue and other cells will allow healing to take place. This is normal. Inflammation gets out of control when we don’t let the injury heal or we continually reinjure the area causing inflammation to always be present. Another reason inflammation gets out of control is due to eating too much processed foods and foods that are toxic to our bodies, taking too much medication or being overweight. This leads to toxins entering our body (Our body may see excess fat cells as a toxin). The body’s natural response is then to cause inflammation to fight the toxins. When we continually eat processed foods or take too much medication, our body will be in a continual state of inflammation. In this state, the cells that attack the toxins will also
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Eye On The Ball by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD When people think of sports, they tend to think of the physical aspects and training – speed, accuracy, coordination, and strength. Visual skills are just as important to athletic superiority as the physical ones. The sense of vision is much more than just seeing clearly. When playing sports, these other visual components are in high demand. Dynamic vision is used to see objects clearly while they, or you, are in movement. A person may have 20/20 vision while sitting still, but not while in motion. This is important in sports such as basketball, when you need to see not only the ball moving, but the other players as well. Visual concentration is the ability to block out visual distractions and stay focused on the target. This is important in golf to screen out the spectators or anything moving in the gallery. Eye tracking is how the eyes follow objects. It allows an athlete to react more quickly to changes in the situation. This aids football
players in pass completion. Eye-body coordination is also a very important skill that affects your timing and body control. This is how your body muscles respond to what you see. When boxing, it allows you to duck and block at the appropriate times. Visual memory is the ability to store information that has been seen briefly and then recall it later. This helps soccer goalies estimate where an opposing player may be aiming the ball. Peripheral vision is what you see “out of the corner of your eye”. It allows you to see what is going on without turning your head. This allows hockey players to complete passes to the side and even behind them. Visual reaction time is the speed in which your brain interprets and responds to your opponent’s action. This is important when batting so you don’t swing too late and hit a foul. Depth perception allows you to judge the
speed and distance between objects, opponents, and boundary lines. This is especially important in archery and shooting. Fusion flexibility is being able to keep both eyes working together even under stressful, high speed situations. This skill is what enables NASCAR drivers to safely manage the track. Focusing is how the eyes quickly change fixation from one distance to another. Tennis players need this skill to efficiently return the ball. Whichever sport you participate in, it is apparent that all aspects of vision play a major role. Comprehensive eye examinations can pick up on any potential deficiencies in vision and tracking skills. Your optometrist can design a course of vision exercises or suggest a computer vision therapy system that will enhance these skills. It is just as important to train your eyes, as it is your body, to outperform the other players.
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Cancer Treatment Center At Hazleton Offers Advanced Cancer Treatment Close To Home Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton has served patients in Greater Hazleton and communities throughout Luzerne County for more than 25 years. Accredited by the American College of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton provides a personalized approach to patient care and treatment that includes a team of fully certified and licensed medical professionals and some of the most advanced radiation treatments available for cancer. Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers patients state-of-the-art technology and advanced radiation treatment services. Physicians are able to treat tumors with greater accuracy in a painless, noninvasive outpatient procedure known as image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT). In addition to IGRT, Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers external beam radiation therapy (EBRT), 3-D conformal therapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and brachytherapy. These radiation treatments can be particularly effective in the treatment of prostate cancer, which is among the leading causes of cancer death in American men, second only to lung cancer. Prostate cancer can be treated with surgery, external beam (IMRT/IGRT) radiation therapy or brachytherapy, which is sometimes used in combination with external beam radiation therapy. For men with prostate cancer unable to undergo surgery due to other health issues or are seeking an alternative to surgery, the radiation treatments provided by Cancer Treat-
ment Center at Hazleton offer effective options for patients who can’t or would prefer not to travel long distances for treatment. “Our center offers cancer patients the benefit of staying local to receive treatment,” said Laura Sitch, site manager of Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton. “We can provide the convenience of advanced care close to home without compromising the quality of care patients receive.” When treating prostate cancer with IGRT, the system technology pinpoints the tumor location with a high-resolution, low-dose X-ray beam and automatically tracks patient movement throughout treatment with an infrared optical tracking system. These tracking capabilities allow radiation doses to be delivered with extreme precision, minimizing radiation exposure to healthy surrounding tissue, thereby reducing potential side effects. Brachytherapy is another alternative to surgical removal of the prostate gland for men with prostate cancer. During this procedure, a physician inserts small radioactive seeds into the prostate gland with needle(s) guided by an ultrasound device. Patients who undergo brachytherapy are usually allowed to return home on the same day. In addition to prostate cancer, radiation treatments can be beneficial for patients diagnosed with lung cancer or breast cancer. The most common cancer diagnosis worldwide, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, while breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer
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deaths in American women. While surgery is a standard treatment for early stage lung and breast cancers, some patients with medically inoperable tumors or those in poor health may necessitate an alternative. For example, lung cancer surgery involves removing all or part of the patient’s affected lung. However, patients in poor general health or suffering from chronic pulmonary disease like emphysema may not be able to undergo surgery. For patients who aren’t surgical candidates, external beam radiation therapy is typically recommended. Patients treated with EBRT at Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton receive a certain number of daily radiation treatments over a period of six to eight weeks. Treatments are outpatient procedures that usually take about 15 minutes each. IMRT, another type of three-dimensional radiation therapy in which beamlets of varying intensity are aimed at a tumor from different angles, allows doctors to customize the radiation fields delivered to individual patients, resulting in improved targeting when compared to conventional radiation. These treatments, in addition to IGRT and 3-D conformal therapy, are all considered effective options for the treatment of cancers of the prostate, lungs and breast, among others. Patients seeking treatment at Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton benefit from an experienced team of specialists, including a radiation oncology nurse, radiation therapists, medical physicist and dosimetrist, each
of whom serves an important role in patient care. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, contact Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton at (570) 459-3460 or visit www.cancertreatmentcenterhazleton.com. Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers free, off-street parking, as well as resources and support for patients and their families.
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Are you a licensed cosmetologist? Or a licensed esthetician? Do you want to help women who are in active treatment for a cancer diagnosis? If the answer is “yes”, then please join us for a Look Good… Feel Better Volunteer Training on Monday, May 19th, 11AM until 2PM at the American Cancer Society Office, 101 West Frack Street, Frackville, PA 17931. A complementary light lunch will be provided. Once training is completed, you can teach two hour classes once a month or several times per year depending on your availability. Hours are flexible. The American Cancer Society provides the location and the supplies—all we need from you is YOUR expertise! Look Good…Feel Better, The American Cancer Society, is a free patient service that is a wonderful example of how dedicated community volunteers have joined in the fight against cancer. This program teaches women who are in active treatment (currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation for cancer) how to understand and care for changes in skin and hair which may occur as side effects of treatment. There is no charge for the sessions which also include a free makeup kit. The programs take place under the guidance of volunteers who are trained and licensed beauty professionals. “Our Look Good...Feel Better volunteers are wonderful people”, comments Jennifer Washney, Health Initiatives Representative, ACS. “They are so dedicated to helping our patients look and feel radiant when they leave a session. They strive to also make the sessions comfortable and relaxed “havens” where patients can open up and share their experiences with each other”. If you are interested in taking part in the training to become a Look Good…Feel Better Volunteer, please call Jennifer Washney at 570-562-9749, extension 320 to register, or email Jennifer.washney@cancer. org by Thursday, May 15th.
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K.M. Sency Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC would like to take this time to thank everyone who has kept us in business long enough to celebrate this fortieth anniversary. We do understand that you have the option of calling any one of the many plumbers servicing the surrounding areas, and so are very appreciative of the fact that you choose K.M. Sency Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC when the need arises. We will try not to forget this, and continue to give you the prompt, efficient, clean and friendly service you have grown to expect when you dial our number. Once again, thank you for helping K.M. Sency Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC take those first baby steps, which turned into confident strides, that led to forty years of service to our community. We couldn’t have done it without you, and we look forward to many more years in business!
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Cleaning Solutions To Make Your House Shine (Family Feature) Do you need to tidy up your home for the spring and summer? This vibrant season lends natural inspiration to home cleanup projects in every room. Whether you need to provide some overdue TLC to the tub, want a solution to freshen up the floors or long for laundry care that is safe for your family, refer to this guide for tips that will make your home feel shiny and new again. • Easy to Manage and Maneuver - If dragging a cumbersome vacuum from room to room isn't your idea of a productive cleaning experience, consider a smarter option. The Hoover Air Steerable Bagless Upright offers a lightweight unit that lifts and removes deeply embedded dirt with three suction channels. The Hoover Air Steerable also features a maneuverable design, allowing you to swivel and turn around furniture and objects with ease, and a low profile to reach underneath them. For more information, visit www.hoover. com. • Spring Cleaning Made Easy - Busy parents know that everyday messes and tough stains can happen anywhere. Krud Kutter offers a full line of green cleaning products that are tough on krud, but safe for the user and environment. Try the Original Krud Kutter formula, which easily removes tough soils quickly and effectively from a variety of different surfaces. For a well-rounded clean, try the line's bleach-free House Wash or Mold and Mildew stain remover formulas. For more information, visit www.krudkutter.com. • A Gentle Clean - Give your clothing a clean that's safer for your family and better for the environment. With no harmful chemicals, Ology Laundry Detergent in Spring Lavender & Vanilla scent is free of dyes, phosphates, chlorine bleach, formaldehyde and artificial fragrances. Tough on stains but gentle on skin and clothing, it's compatible with high efficiency and conventional machines. Ology household, cleaning and personal care products are available exclusively at Walgreens. For more information, visit www. walgreens.com/ology. • Tree-Free Paper Towels - Wipe up messes without worrying about impacting the tree population with a 100 percent tree-free paper towel. Made from readily renewable sugar cane husk and quick-growing bamboo, Ology Ultra Absorbent Two-Ply Paper Towels are a better option for the environment, leaving behind a healthier world for generations to come. These biodegradable paper towels maintain softness and absorbency to quickly wipe up a variety of messes. Ology household and personal care products are available exclusively at Walgreens. For more information, visit www.walgreens.com/ology.
Master Gardener: Creating Raised Beds by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener In April I wrote about the many advantages of gardening in raised beds. This month I would like to address ways of creating them. Raised beds can be made either in an existing garden or by digging a new patch. Although higher than the surrounding soil, the elevation does not have to be great. My beds are only about 8 inches above ground level. The beds can be any shape or length, but they should be no wider than 4 feet so that the center can be reached from either side. Lacking construction skills and hesitant to spend a lot of money on the garden, I made my first beds without any framing. First I tilled the entire garden. Then I measured four foot wide beds, using sticks and strings as markers and leaving paths wide enough between the beds for access with a wheelbarrow. Next I shoveled the tilled soil from the paths onto the beds and added organic matter to the beds to provide additional elevation and improve the soil. I finished the beds by raking the top and sloping the sides to reduce erosion. Once the beds were created, I mulched the paths to better define them, To make an entirely new raised bed, the procedure would be similar, but the soil would have to be turned and loosened before adding additional soil and organic matter. Unframed beds are the quickest, cheapest, and easiest to make, but they have some disadvantages. First, because the beds lack the visual barrier of a frame, there is a greater temptation to walk on them while working in the garden, which defeats the effort to maintain good soil structure. Second, unframed beds deteriorate over the course of the year and must be reshaped each spring. It is also more difficult to maintain the proper width without a framework. I gardened with unframed beds for many years, lamenting my lack of skill and time to create more permanent beds. Converting an entire vegetable garden into framed beds is a daunting task, but it became manageable when I realized that I didn’t have to frame all of my beds at once. I have nine beds in my garden, which I framed over a two year period. I also realized that I didn’t have to make the beds during the very busy spring gardening season. I
created my first framed beds in the autumn, when it was still warm enough to work outdoors, but I was not pressured by the need to prepare the soil for planting. I also lowered expensive option and is more durable than unmy expectations for the quality of beds I could treated. Some people consider the more recent treatments safe for the vegetable garden. Older create. treated lumber should definitely be avoided when growing foodstuffs. Other options for framing include less durable wood, cinder block, logs from downed trees, wattle (woven tree or shrub branches supported by rebar), or even sandbags. Those with limited skill or time can Raised beds do to not have to be beautiful purchase preor perfect in construction, especially in a veg- made beds of etable garden. Nor must expensive materials be wood, durable used. I made my beds with scrap lumber and plastics, or galrebar (hardware stores will cut rebar to desired vanized metal. lengths for a minimal fee). I simply placed the Beds having boards against my beds and hammered 1-1/2 seats or support trellises are also available at garfoot lengths of rebar into the adjacent path to den centers and online, as are elevated beds for hold them in place. The corners are not actu- those who have difficulty bending. All of these, ally joined. The beds are not particularly at- of course, are rather expensive. If you decide to tractive with their different kinds of wood, but purchase a raised bed kit, be certain that both they were inexpensive and easy to make. Not the sides and corners are made of sturdy and being made of cedar or treated wood, they will durable materials. Whether or not you frame them, and whatdeteriorate over time and may require some replacement, hopefully only a few boards at a ever materials you choose to use, raised beds will ease your gardening labors and increase time. your yield. Try them for your garden! You can Information about constructing raised beds use a wide vais available from the Luzerne County Extension riety of mate(570-825-1705) and at the following websites: rials to frame National Gardening Association instrucbeds. Some tions for making raised beds: http://www.garare beautiden.org/howtos/index.php?q=show&id=1308 fully constructed of stone, cedar or composites of wood and a how to video: http://www.garden.org/ and plastics. Treated lumber is a relatively in- howtovideos/index.php?page=video2.
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Tips for a Bountiful Backyard Garden (Family Features) The benefits of having your own backyard vegetable garden are plentiful, and can include significant lifestyle impacts, such as healthier eating habits, money saving perks and more.
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are losing value during a particular period, others will be gaining value at the same time. The goal is to find the right balance of different assets for your portfolio given your investing goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. This process is called asset allocation. Within each class you choose, consider diversifying further among several individual investment options within that class. A mutual fund offers automatic diversification among many individual investments, and sometimes even among multiple asset classes. Recognize the tradeoff between an investment's risk and return. Risk can be defined as the possibility that you might lose money, or that your investments will produce lower returns than expected. Return is your reward for making the investment. Return can be measured by an increase in the value of your initial investment principal, by cash payments directly to you during the life of the investment, or by a combination of the two. There is a direct relationship between investment risk and return. A higher return is your potential reward for taking greater risk. Remember that there can be no guarantee that any investment strategy will be successful and that all investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Between the two extremes, every investor searches to find a level of risk--and corresponding expected return--that he or she feels comfortable with. When someone proposes an investment with a high return and suggests that it's risk-free, remember the old adage that "If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is."
Understand stocks and bonds Almost every portfolio contains one or both of these kinds of assets. If you buy stock in a company, you are literally buying a share of the company's earnings. You become an owner, or shareholder, of the company. As such, you take a stake in the company's future; you are said to have equity in the company. If you buy bonds, you're lending money to the company (or governmental body) that issued the bonds. You become a creditor, not an owner, of the bond issuer. The bond is in effect the issuer's IOU. You can lose the amount of the loan (your investment) if the company or governmental body fails, but the risk of loss to creditors (bondholders) is generally less than the risk for owners (shareholders). Stocks are often referred to as equity investments, while bonds are considered debt instruments or income investments. A mutual fund may invest in stocks, bonds, or a combination. Don't confuse investments such as mutual funds with savings vehicles such as a 401(k) or other retirement savings plans. A 401(k) isn't an investment itself but simply a container that holds investments and has special tax advantag- Understand the difference between es; the same is true of an individual retirement investing for growth and investing for account (IRA). income As you seek to increase your net worth, you Don’t Not put all your eggs in one basket face an immediate choice: Do you want growth This is one of the most important of all invest- in the value of your original investment over ment principles, as well as the most familiar and time, or is your goal to produce predictable, sensible. Consider including several different spendable current income--or a little of both? types of investments in your portfolio. Invest- Consistent with this investor choice, investments ment types (sometimes called asset classes) in- are frequently classified as either growth or include stocks, bonds, commodities, and precious come oriented. Bonds generally provide regular metals. Cash is also considered an asset class, and interest payments, but the value of your original includes not only currency but cash alternatives investment will typically change less than an insuch as money market instruments. Individual vestment in a growth stock company, which will asset classes are often further broken down ac- typically produce no immediate income. Howcording to more precise investment character- ever, if a company is successful, the value of your istics (e.g., stocks of small companies vs. large stake in the company should likewise grow over companies, bonds issued by corporations or by time; this is known as capital appreciation. Your the U.S. Treasury). Investment classes often rise decision about how much money to put into and fall at different rates and times. Ideally, in each type of investment is called your asset alloa diversified portfolio of investments, if some cation, and it's one of the most important factors
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When Applying For A Loan, Put Yourself In The Lender's Shoes (NAPSA)-If someone you didn't know asked to borrow money from you, what would you need to know before you took the risk of making the loan? Most likely, you would want to know that this person had borrowed money before and had a good track record of repaying it. Banks and other lenders are no different. They decide whether to loan you money based in part on the history they see on your credit report. They use this information to determine how much of a risk you are-the lower your credit risk, the lower the interest rate they charge you.
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as your debt-to-income ratio. 3. Your credit history. Naturally, lenders want to see that you have a long, consistent track record of repaying what you owe. 4. New accounts. Lenders also want to see how much new debt you're taking on. So it's important to remember that each application you submit-regardless of whether you're approved-will show up on your credit report and potentially lower your score. 5. Types of credit. Creditors want to see that you've had experience using different types of credit. They look more favorably, however, on some types of credit than others: a. A mortgage looks good as long as you've kept up your payments. b. Vehicle loans and bank loans can show a history of repaying a significant amount of money consistently over time. c. Credit cards can be a plus, as long as you've made regular payments and don't apply for multiple new cards in a short period of time. Avoid using more than 35 percent of your total available credit. When is the last time you checked your credit report? It's important to keep tabs on your credit report so you can: • Know what lenders will see when you apply for credit • Be sure the information is correct-and if it's not, take steps to get it corrected • See where you may have opportunities to improve your score. By law, you can request a free credit report once every 12 months from each of the nation-wide consumer credit-reporting companies: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. You can order all three reports online at annualcreditreport.com. You can get the step-by-step information you need to help establish credit for the first time, improve your credit standing, get more credit or pay down your credit obligations at www.wellsfargo.com/ smarter_ credit.
Hazleton Unico Club To Raffle Custom-Built Motorcycle The Hazleton chapter of UNICO National, the largest Italian-American service organization in the United States, is now selling tickets for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win a custom-built Italian-themed motorcycle valued at over $50,000. This awesome piece of machinery was locally built by Frank Stancato and the team at DRM Custom Bikes, located on Route 309 in Drums. Tickets are only $20 each and only 3500 will be sold!! This project is the brainchild of current UNICO Hazleton chapter president Angelo Porreca, who also chairs the annual motorcycle run for charity. The drawing for the lucky recipient of the custom bike will be held in conjunction with this year’s run, which will be held on June 28, beginning at DRM (Winner need not be present). The common thread of members in UNICO is their Italian heritage. Founded in 1922 in Connecticut by Dr. Anthony Vastola, the organization’s mission is to provide assistance to those less fortunate. The motto of UNICO is “Service Above Self ” and proceeds raised from the various UNICO projects throughout the year benefit both local and national charitable organizations and causes. Locally, UNICO supports the American Cancer Society’s annual telethon, Helping Hands telethon, Little League Baseball, Babe Ruth Baseball, and numerous individuals and organizations in need. This year’s motorcycle run will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. The local chapter also hosts the annual Bell’Italia Festival. National organizations benefitting from all UNICO chapters’ efforts include Cancer research, Cooley’s anemia, di-
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26th Annual Farm Animal Frolic at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm—May 17 & 18 and May 24 & 25, 2014 Stroudsburg (PA) – Quiet Valley’s 26th annual Farm Animal Frolic is May 17 & 18 and May 24 & 25, Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm, Sundays 12 noon to 4 pm. Quiet Valley is blossoming this Spring with farm babies galore! The farm has so far been blessed with the birth of seven piglets, a lamb and triplet kid goats with more births to come. Chicks have arrived and more will be hatched in incubators during Frolic so visitors can watch this special sight. There is a new calf for the their slide into the water. All the mommies of children to meet and guests of all ages will be the babies will be on hand as well, keeping a amused by the ducklings as they scoot down close watch on their young, so folks will get to meet them, too, and learn something about their role on the farm. Our Clydesdale draft horses, Gunther and Wilhelm, will take you on a wagon ride out to the ice harvest pond and back. Make sure to say “Howdy” to Janie, LIVING HISTORICAL FARM our mule, and to Bossy, the cow whom will be th down in the barnyard. In addition to the farm animals there are plenty of other fun activities. Each after-
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noon there is a special children's show where youngsters can enjoy puppets or storytelling. There are opportunities to play old fashion games, jump in the hay or they can try their hand at the Fish Pond. Our new focus area for 2014 is the “Sheep Shed” where folks can learn some sheep lore, card wool, watch spinning or felting, try weaving, play sheep related games and make a craft using wool. There will be Sheep Shearing on Saturday, May 17 throughout most of the day. Kathy Uhler, from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, will present a show on local wildlife on Saturday, May 24 at 11:30 and 1:30. The school marm will offer presentations in the One Room Schoolhouse on both Sundays. The outdoor brick bake oven will be in operation during the event making homemade bread and cookies. There is nothing more adorable than baby animals, and adults, as well as children will get a kick out of a visit to Farm Animal Frolic. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about farms, farm animals and to spend a day in the beautiful outdoors. Admission is $8.00 for Adults and $5.00 for ages 3 thru 12. Children under 3 years of age are free. There is a $1.00 off coupon on the Quiet Valley website, www.quietvalley.org. Pony Rides and Horse-drawn Wagon Rides are an additional charge and are weather permitting. Refreshments are available. No Smoking or Pets. Frolic is held Rain or Shine. The schedule and prices are subject to change. All funds raised go to support the mission of the non-profit farm museum. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, educational corporation dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage. At Quiet Valley history comes to life on our 19th century farmstead. Period-dressed guides reenact the life of the original Pennsylvania German farm family who lived at the site from the late1760s to 1913. Quiet Valley is open in 2014 to the general public Saturday June 21 - Saturday September 6. Also, on additional spring and fall Saturdays. The farm also hosts a number of special events throughout the year. School and group tours are by reservation. For more information on the museum call (570) 992 – 6161 or visit www.quietvalley.org. We welcome all media outlets to visit Quiet Valley.
Eckley Miners' Village Patchtown Days June 21st And 22nd by Regina Drasher, Eckley Miners’ Village Museum Volunteer The Hazleton area has a treasure in her midst, yet sadly, many people have not experienced it. This treasure is Eckley Miner's Village, a restored anthracite mining town that tells our collective history. The entire town is a museum, it is a step back in time. It is our treasure! Being owned by George Huss, the town still had the feel of a patchtown, a company owned town, so it was a perfect site for Paramount Pictures to film the movie, "The Mollie Maguires" in 1968. A fictionalized conglomerate of NEPA history and legend, the movie starred Sean Connery, as a miner named Jack Kehoe. After the changes were made to bring the village back to the time of the supposed Mollie Maguires, Paramount filmed and left. The Hazleton Chamber of Commerce saw the great opportunity to tell our history and increase tourism, bought the village, and gave it to the state. Walking the streets of Eckley is truly a trip back in time - from the 1850's to the 1940's. Interpretive exhibits in the museum building explain her history and the people important to her development. There are two churches - at opposite ends of town - that truly exhibit the social stratification of the time - the upper and lower classes just did not mix. The movie prop Company Store is being developed with interpretive exhibits and is set up to let you experience what a trip to a mine company store was like. The doctors office interprets medicine and practices of the time. And although it is not fully restored, just approaching the Victorian mine owner's house at the western end of the village gives you an obvious visual contrast to the lives of Eckley's working class. While a visit to Eckley at any time is wonderful, to witness what life may have been like, come out for Patchtown Days on June 21st and 22nd (10 am - 5 pm). Our volunteers will truly bring Eckley to life! As you walk down the main street, you will see Eckley volunteers in period clothing. There will be demonstrations of the tasks of everyday life. Many buildings will be open and manned with volunteers who will interpret the building for you and answer your questions Buildings you can experience are:
• The Church of the Immaculate Conception • The Miner's Exhibit House • The Summer Kitchen • The Company Store • The Episcopal Church • The Doctor's Office • The Mine Owners House There will be music throughout the village, featuring guitar, banjo, and other stringed instruments. Musicians will be playing folk and historical songs, as music was an important part of ethnicities and patchtown life A Victorian Fashion Show will presented at the Mine Owners House at the western end
of town. The group presenting is "Queen Victoria's Court", and they will take you back in time to view upper class Victorian wardrobe. The Eckley Players will present "Letters From the Old Country". This will focus on the letters of a colliery worker in Pennsylvania and his wife and children who remain in Europe. The play was written to help inform the years of separation and hardship that many of our ancestors had to endure in order to come to America for that better life they were promised. If you are one of those people who have said, "I live right here and I've never been to Eckley," or "I've always meant/wanted to go there," this is YOUR chance! Mark those times and dates on your calendar, and make the trip to Eckley Miner's Village for Patchtown Days this June!
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Downtown Hazleton Farmers’ Market Seeking Vendors For 2014 The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the fourth season of the Downtown Hazleton Farmers’ Market. According to Bill Spear, chairman of the Chamber’s Downtown committee, “We are looking forward to our fourth year with the Downtown Hazleton Farmer’s Market and are looking to expand with additional farmers and vendors for this year. We are also looking for musicians and artists who might want to volunteer their time in participating as well. Anyone who feels that they might provide a benefit to the Market can call the Chamber
office and the committee will decide if it is something that we feel would be a good fit.” The Downtown Hazleton Farmers' Market will begin this year with a new format and new location The Market will start on Friday, July 11th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the sidewalks in front of the former Security Savings Building and continue until Friday, August 29th. At that time, we will have discussions with the farmers to see if any extension of days would be feasible. To date, Burger Farms, O’Hara Orchards and The Center for Landscape Design and Stew-
ardship have agreed to participate. Anyone who might be interested in taking part in this year’s Market should call the Chamber at 570-455-1509 or via email at info@hazletonchamber.org or visit us online at www.hazletonchamber.org.
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Jim Thorpe Tourist Agency And The Carbon County Chamber Of Commerce Present Jim Thorpe Birthday Celebration May 17 & 18 The Jim Thorpe Area Council will be sponsoring their 19th annual Jim Thorpe Birthday Weekend on Saturday, May 17th and Sunday, May 18th. This event is in honor of James Francis Thorpe, a Native American and “Athlete of the 20th Century”. The festivities start off on Saturday, May 17th at 10:30 am with a Native American Tribute at the Jim Thorpe Mausoleum along with Don Wild Eagle, John Thorpe (Grandson), Carlisle Guests and Native Americans. At 11am, our Olympian Cross Country and Track Teams will carry the lighted torch from the monument to the Jim Thorpe High School Stadium to light the Olympic Torch for the Special Olympic Track and Field Competition and then down 903 to the Heights, down Opera House Hill and then down Broadway to Josiah White Park for the lighting of our Olympic Torch. The Varsity Cheerleaders will stretch a ribbon across Broadway in front of the County of Carbon Court House prior to the arrival of the runners. Medals will be awarded to the team and coach and the resolution that Rep. Doyle Heffley had the Pennsylvania House pass declaring that May17, 2014 has been named “James Francis Thorpe Day” in the Commonwealth will be read. Town dignitaries will also be invited to honor this occasion with their presence. A Large Birthday Cake will be presented, cut and pieces sold as part of the festivities for the weekend. PLEASE NOTE: schedule is subject to change without prior notice. Additional features in Josiah White Park: • Earth Lore & Dance by Don Wild Eagle & Family – Saturday & Sunday • Medicine Horse Drum Group – Saturday & Sunday • Brad & Luke Duo – Saturday and Sunday • Buster the Clown for the children – Saturday and Sunday • The Jim Thorpe Cheerleaders performance – Saturday only • The Faculty Brass Strolling through town – Saturday & Sunday • Terry Strongheart – Saturday and Sunday • John Lyons & Tony T - Sunday • Olympian Auction — Saturday And Sunday in Josiah White Park. Donated items being accepted and may
be dropped off at Nature’s Trail, 5 Broadway, Jim Thorpe. At Jim Thorpe High School Stadium: • Special Olympic Track & Field Competition Saturday Only At the Mauch Chunk Opera House: • Bach & Handel Choral presenting The Perserverance Jazz Band From Philly. SPECIAL GUESTS: John Thorpe – Grandson Chuck &
Wanda Gentile (Ret. Sports Director)(Carlisle U.S. Army War College) Attractions, shops and restaurants will be open all weekend for your enjoyment. Many great craft vendors and lots of good food will also be available all weekend. For more information contact anne marie fitzpatrick/ event coordinator at 570-325-9281, amnt1@ ptd.Net or www.Jimthorpe.Org.
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200 and Counting by Rich Lipinski
Since its inception in 2009, this column has been dedicated to preserving the history and sharing the enjoyment of baseball in Eastern Pennsylvania. The game played on the diamond, with three bases, home plate and a bat is ingrained in our heritage and culture. With that in mind Hard Coal Baseball will become Hard Coal Softball this month. This month’s column is dedicated to the remarkable coaching career of Marty Mrozinski. On April 21st he recorded his 200th career win as Head Softball Coach at Penn State Hazleton. His coaching career started 25 years ago at Weatherly Area High School as an assistant baseball coach and has included stops at MMI, Bishop Hafey and Crestwood. In addition to softball and baseball, Mrozinski has been a successful basketball coach. Wearing of the Orange In 1989 he was hired as Assistant baseball coach of the Weatherly Wreckers and assumed the Head Coach position in 1993 a position he held through 1996. During that time he kept his fall and winter seasons, busy coaching both boys and girls basketball in Weatherly. In 1994 he led the 8th grade girls team to a perfect 20-0 season in Schuylkill League play. Prepping the Preppers Mrozinski was appointed to become the first Girls’ Basketball coach at MMI prep school in 1995 a position he held for five years while building the program. In 1996, for the first time he became a Head Softball Coach. In the four years at MMI the softball team set records for the most wins in a season and advanced to the Schuylkill League playoffs 3 out of 4 years.
Marching with Vikings In 2000 he was hired as Head Softball Coach at Bishop Hafey High School. In his first year he led the Vikings to the Wyoming Valley Division III championship, the first at since 1980. Bishop Hafey qualified for District 11 softball playoffs. During his four years at Bishop Hafey he kept busy in the winter coaching the lady Comets of Crestwood, where they qualified for playoffs three of the four years. The Roar of the Lion The march towards 200 started when he was hired in July 2004. The Lady Lions were consistent winners, winning many championships from the early 1990’s through the early 2000’s, the team fell into some disrepair before he arrived. Reestablishing the winning tradition, Mrozinski’s teams have made the Penn State Athletic Conference (PSUAC) playoffs every year since 2006. In 2008, the Lady Lions won the first of two state titles. In 2009 the local Lions joined the United States Collegiate Association (USCAA), a national conference of 72 member schools. In 2010 after winning his second state title, the team travel to Akron Ohio to participate in the national championships finishing 6th in nation. 2011 team finished second in the PSUAC with only 1 returning starter from record setting 2010 team and finished with a 9th place Final USCAA National Ranking.
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PSUAC Conference won/loss record since conference began in 2005, 144 wins –44 – losses….46 career wins against non-conference opponents…..Won PSUAC Softball Coach of the Year honors in 2008, 2010, 2012….Team has traveled to Florida 10 times and 1 time to South Carolina over spring break to get in spring training and play non-league games…. Current member of the PSUAC Softball Committee….9 USCAA National All American Players….12 USCAA National All Academic Players (GPA 3.5)….33 PSUAC All Conference Players….58 PSUAC All Academic Players (GPA 3.0)….2 PSUAC Players of the Year awards….2 PSUAC Pitcher of the Year awards….In 2011 former PSU Hazleton softball player Jen Edsall (2009-2010) walked onto the Main Campus NCAA Division 1 team at University Park…Every spring softball roster player in 10 years has gone onto to get their college degree….Every player since 2005 has had the opportunity to play for a PSUAC State Championship reaching the final four eight straight seasons….Served as PSU Hazleton Women’s Basketball Coach for 4 seasons (2007-2010) reaching PSUAC playoffs in 2 seasons….Coached PSU Hazleton Women’s Basketball only 1000 point scorers, Ashley Kessel and Shannon Byers.
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Married 40 years to Sharon Hollrigl….3 children – Kelly Dixon, Salena Borsuk, Megan Boyd….7 grandchildren – Mark Dixon, Brandon Dixon, Julia Dixon, Hailey Borsuk, Theresa Borsuk, Nicholas Borsuk, Cadence Borsuk…. Son of former Major League Baseball player Ron Mrozinski
This is just a small spotlight on someone who never seeks the spotlight. One of Mrozinski’s favorite sayings “The players play the game, the players win the game, the coaches just get them ready”. That may be so but there is so much more goes into coaching young adults ready to make their mark. Hall Of Fame Basketball Coach Dr. Tom Caccese, who as Athletic Director hired Coach Mrozinski, said this about Marty. “What impressed me most, as his athletic director, is his dedication to his student-athletes both on and off the field. He has been an untiring recruiter and parents have been confident that their daughters will be playing their college softball in a top-notch program led by a caring coach who they will come to call "friend" in their future endeavors.” Writing this month’s column has been a personal indulgence on my part. I have known and worked with Marty for 13 years. The quote form Dr. Caccese sums up Marty’s coaching philosophy. I have come to learn even if the players don’t realize it the time, they become part of the family forever. Next month we will have our annual summer baseball trip roundup, until then check out hardcoalbaseball on twitter and keep the e-mails coming at hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com
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My Bucket List: Remembrance Of Hazle Park by Larry Ksanznak As a child growing up in West Hazleton there were two unique holidays. There was the spiritual and joyous celebration of Christmas and the excitement of spending Memorial Day at Hazle Park. In our neighborhood, both holidays were embraced with exuberance and sheer delight. The week before Memorial Day, mothers were busy preparing the food specialties for the annual picnic at Hazle Park. My mother and older sisters devoted countless hours to preparing pickled eggs, potato and cheese pierogi, golabki, chow chow, pork barbecue, ham and egg spread, polenta, potato salad, gnocchi, split pea and ham soup, meatballs, blueberry and apple pies and an assortment of cookies. My mother was Tyrolean so she always brought a pot of chanickly, one of her favorite dishes. I have the recipe if you are interested. It is a traditional Tyrolean meal consisting of bread-and-pork dumpling that can be served with gravy topping. On the morning of Memorial Day, three large picnic baskets would be filled with the gourmet foods and soup bowls and plates. My older brothers and I would be sent off very early to reserve the best picnic table in the covered picnic pavilion. Hazle Park located in West Hazleton defied description. It was beautiful and magnificent in every defining way. It was the best-known picnic and recreation place and one of the most popular parks in Eastern Penna. There were two large groves, a band shell, magnificent flower gardens, spring fed water fountains, and countless sitting benches along the walking paths. A picturesque lake was feed by natural crystal clear water. For recreation and athletic pursuits there were lawn ball courts, baseball fields, walking paths, bicycle paths. boating in the lake and well maintained tennis courts. One of the best tennis players in the area was the coach at Hazleton High School, Frank Serany. Church teams played their league games on the baseball fields. There were very tall archways erected at the two main entrances to the park. The side pillars were made of huge stones about 15 feet high. A 25 to 30 foot archway spanned the pillars. An electrified sign was mounted on the front of the archway that read HAZLE PARK at the North Broad Street entrance. The second entrance was located off 15th Street at the western end of Washington Avenue. In the early days of the park, admission fees were three cents per person and ten cents to park a car. All the amusement rides were five or ten cents. The prices were in keeping with the economic conditions of the area. It was not a place where you had to spend large sums of money to
have a family funfest. There were two wooden covered pavilions with 100 wooden tables. Families would bring their baskets of favorite foods and use the large open grill to roast corn on the cob with burlap covering and cook large pots of soup. The men would have a large supply of clams and oysters on the iron surface of the grill. There were always containers of coffee brewing and a few kegs of beer on tap. The mothers insisted on having root and birch beer soda on tap for the children. Later in the night, the men would start up some poker games or pinochle. Someone would start playing their accordion and quickly there would be endless choruses of polka music. On Memorial Day, a high school student was selected to read In Flanders’s Field and two members of the high school band played Taps. The Mayor and other government officials read proclamations honoring the valiant men and women who served our country. There were many amusement rides to keep young and old excited throughout the day. Some of the rides were the Merry-Go-Round where you tried to reach out to get the Gold Ring that entitled you to a free ride. Other rides were Bumper Cars, Ferris Wheel, Roller Coaster, Dodgems or Scooters, Scrambler, Train Ride around the amusement area, Tumble Bug Ride, Shooting Gallery, Roller Skating Rink, boat rides, Ring the Gong Game of Strength, Old Mill Boat Ride thru covered tunnels, the Whip, three small airplanes attached to metal cables, Temple of the Palmist Gypsy Fortune Tellers, Archery Shooting Range, the Heydey Ride, Greased Pig Ride and the Fun House. Albeit there was ample food at the picnic area, children visited the refreshment stand for ice pops. If you bought an ice pop and on the stick, there were these four perfect letters..FREE. it meant you could hurry back and claim another ice pop. A large wooden building next to the refreshment plaza housed the Arcade and Merry Go Round. Inside the building were ten crazy stand up mirrors. When you stood in front of the mirrors, it distorted your appearance. You could be shown with a long thin body, large feet, very small body, huge hands or small or large head. For a penny, you could use a view machine of flipping scenes of movies. Some of the movies were of Charlie Chaplin, Hoot Gibson, Laurel and Hardy, Our Gang and Westerns. Along the walls were pinball machines, skee ball, electric baseball game, claw machines where you tried to have the claws retrieve a prize and printing your name on a coin. It was a thrill to ride the Merry
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Go Round and try to catch the gold ring on an extended board. If you grabbed the gold ring, you received a free ride. Eddie Junay and Joe Planutis worked as the operators of the Merry Go Round. It was said they rigged the gold ring so their girlfriends would win. There were large crowds, music from the Merry Go Round and the loud and enthusiastic voices of the young people coming from the Arcade Building. On August 12, 1912, a capacity crowd was at Hazle Park for the celebration of Hazleton Day. There were all types of contests and games with a gala firework display in the evening. The next day, John Phillip Sousa and his nationally renowned band gave two concerts. At the end of his evening concert there was a magnificent firework display over the lake. The Dance Pavilion was open in the evenings and some of the best bands in the area would perform for the avid dancers. Some of the name bands that played were Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey, Cab Calloway, Woody Herman, Freddie Martin’s Band, Royal Canadian Club Band and Sammy Kaye. There were many local bands of the area including Scotty Parsons, Lee Vincent, Art Wendel, Guy Hall, Oz Werbley and countless Polka Bands. Many high schools held their proms at the Dance Hall. The last class prom was held by Hazleton High School in 1948. Early in the morning after big events, Bob Probert, Jimmy Striney and I would go to the park and look for lost items. Before we would leave we would have found some pennies, nickels and quarters that were on the ground. In addition to looking for money, we tried to find Popsicle sticks with the magic word FREE on the stick.Once we found a wallet and returned it to the owner. He gave us twenty-five cents as a reward. We lost a real treasure when Hazle Park closed in 1956. For those of us who enjoyed the trappings of this magnificent Park it will be with us forever. You never fully understand the value of a landmark until you lose it. We have replaced this recreation pursuit with shopping malls, casinos, bingo halls and couch potato computer games. Hazle Park we miss you!!!! To comment on this article, please email me at lrknek@ optonline.net.
How To Recognize A Pet Emergency by Jeanie Donahue at The Pet Care Clinic by Dalice There may come a time when your pet needs immediate care outside the normal hours of your regular veterinarian. You know your own pet and his/her normal habits and behavior better than anyone, but you may be unsure if your pet needs emergency care. Here are some signs you can look for that will help you determine if you are dealing with an urgent situation: • Severe bleeding or bleeding that doesn't stop within 5 minutes • Choking, difficulty breathing or nonstop coughing and gagging • Bleeding from the nose, mouth, rectum, coughing up blood, or blood in urine • Inability to urinate or pass stool, or obvious pain associated with urinating or passing stool • Injuries to your pet's eyes • You suspect or know your pet has eaten something poisonous (such as antifreeze, xylitol, chocolate, rodent poison, etc.)
• Seizures and/or staggering • Fractured bones, severe lameness or inability to move legs • Obvious signs of pain or extreme anxiety • Heat stress or heatstroke • Severe vomiting or diarrhea – more than 2 episodes in a 24-hour period, or either of these combined with obvious illness or any of the other problems listed here • Refusal to drink for 24 hours or more • Unconsciousness In general, you should contact your vet if you notice any signs that you deem abnormal for your pet. It’s better to be cautious than to wait. In some cases, your vet may be able tell you if something does not need to be addressed right away. In other situations, your vet may advise you make an appointment or to go to an emergency clinic, depending on the urgency. The bottom line is that ANY concern about your pet's health warrants, at minimum, a call to your veterinarian.
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Pictured on the left: Joseph Buglio, HASD, Supervisor of Music, rehersing the Tri Hi Area Band for the 1970 Festival performance.
Strike Up The Band! Part 1 by Marolyn Pensock Strike up the band, the Tri Hi Band, that is! This is the story of the twenty-five years of Tri Hi Band under the Hazleton Area School District’s Director of Music, Joseph Buglio. It is something good, and something good to remember, when we think about the importance of music in our schools. Music is also important in each of our lives. Back in 1962, Joe was teaching music in the Jim Thorpe Area School District, when he received an observation interview visit from George P. Schwartz Jr., the Supervisor of Music in the Hazleton Area School District, and Dr. Henry F. Patterson, Superintendent of Schools. Mr. Harry Schmidt, the elementary music teacher, was retiring. Joe taught elementary music classes for several years at Locust St. D.A. Harman, A. D. Thomas, Popular St. and Hazleton Heights Schools. For a time he even had Jr. High Band practice during lunch hour, at H. F. Grebey Junior High. Joe was assigned there in the following school year. Mr. Schwartz had a new project, a Tri Hi Band composed of the three high school bands in the Hazleton District, Hazleton, West Hazleton and Freeland. McAdoo did not have a marching high school band at that time, even though they were part of the district. Before retiring, he directed the Tri Hi Band in the beginning years. Sadly, Mr.
Warren Covington, Guest Soloist, performing with the Hazleton Area All Star Stage Band in March 1970.
Schwartz died suddenly, at 71 years of age, soon after his retirement. By 1969-70, Joe Buglio was the new Supervisor of Music for the Hazleton Area School District. This proved to be quite a wonderful undertaking for Joe Buglio, as we will discover as we go along with our story. From the beginning, the band was composed of a junior high and a senior high section. The band members had to compete for a seat in the band. They tried out in small groups until all the chairs were filled with budding young musicians. Each year a guest artist was invited to direct the band and teach workshops to the students and music teachers in the district as well. For the very first year, Mr. Warren Cov-
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ington was the guest soloist at the Tri Hi Festival. He was a very well respected trombone soloist in New York City. He loved working with the young people in the band. Yes, this was the same Warren Covington who was the leader of the Warren Covington Orchestra. Through the years, he recorded for Decca Records, played in the orchestras of Les Brown, Gene Krupa, Tommy Dorsey, Ralph Flanagan and others. The Tommy Dorsey Estate asked him to form a new Tommy Dorsey Band, which he did. He led the band, toured and recorded with the band for Decca records until 1961. He had a big million copy recording of “Tea for Two Cha Cha” and was awarded a gold record. During his first appearance at the Hazleton High School, Warren Covington was accompanied by the Hazleton Area All Star Stage Band. The members and their instruments were as follows: John Platukus – piano – HHS, Bill Manning – string bass – FHS, John Pickenheim – drums – FHS, Thomas Belekanich – guitar – FHS, Gary Wisgo – 1st alto sax – HHS, Ronald Gogola 2nd tenor sax – WHHS, David Vrba – 3rd alto sax- HHS, Anthony Baronio – 4th tenor sax – HHS, Ken Buckery – 5th baritone sax – WHHS, Benny Smar – 1st trumpet – HHS, Robert Geba – 2nd trumpet - HHS, Clifford Kessel – 3rd trumpet – FHS, Mark Kurtz – 4th trumpet – FHS, Robert Billig – 1st trombone – WHHS, Joe Dixon – 2nd trombone – 2nd trombone – HHS, Tom Brown – 3rd trombone - WHHS, Frank Marino – 4th trombone – HHS. The following young musicans comprised the Hazleton Area Concert Band during Mr. Buglio’s first year with Tri Hi Band Festivals. This concert was presented on March 19, 1970 at the old Hazleton High School Auditorium. Members and their instruments were as follows: Piccolo: Michele Goldberg - HHS, Elaine Kopashy – FHS, Flute 1: Barbara Beltz – HHS, Joyce Boehmler – HFG, Ilene Levin – HFG, Sarah Luckenbill – FHS, Flute 2: Benjamin Bonne – DAH, Judy Bogdon – Hazle, Celeste DaGrosa – HHS, Linda Deis, Elaine Robbins – WHHS, Marian Shane – FHS, Kathryn Troll – DAH OBOE 1: Alan German – WHHS, Mary Ann Kolodinsky – HHS. OBOE 2: Nancy Hock - FHS, Mary Ann Kolodinsky – HHS,
Clarinet 1 – John Galganovicz – WHHS, Debbie Jones – WHHS, Thomas Kavitski – HHS, Carolyn Robbins – WHHS, Edward – Stefanoski – HHS, Ann Louise Warg – HHS. Clarinet 2 – Anthony Baronio – HHS, Ken Clark – WHHS, Linda Charles – Hazle, Elaine Job – FHS, Debbie Keen – WHHS, George Rovnak – FHS, William Wanco – HHS. Clarinet 3 - Dominic Antonelli – Rock Glen, Nan Bittorf – HHS, Judy Charles – HHS, Rebecca Frederick – Hazle. Jeffrey Diez Luckie – WHHS, Maureen Marcus – HFG, Kathy Rae Miller – Hazle, Mary Beth Segen – FHS, Nancy Toth – DAH. Alto Clarinet – Sharon Berta – FHS, Cynthia Rowe – HHS, Anita Zellers - WHHS. Bass Clarinet – Judith Fairchild – FHS, Leonard Mumie – DAH, Anne Marie Narkiewcz – WHHS, Dennis Stecker – HHS, Mark Swank – HFG. Alto Sax 1 – Adrianne Avillion – HFG, Paula Kempchinski – FHS, Bill Moran – WHHS, Gary Wisgo – HHS. Alto Sax 2 – PatersonDerr – HFG, Nancy Mondero – DAH, Mary Swankoskie – FHS, Charles Tack – RGlen, David Vrba – HHS. Tenor Sax – Robert Boock – HFG, Ronald Gogala – WHHS, Gregg Swank – HHS, Jean Witchin – FHS. Baritone Sax – Ken Buckery – WHHS,
Mark Koldesko – FHS, Richard Roselle – HHS. Cornet 1 – Michael Bove – HHS, Wayne DeLorenzo – WHHS, Robert Geba – HHS, Chet Ruminski – WHHS, Benedict Smar – HHS. Cornet 2 – Walter Gilbert – HHS, Clifford Kessel – FHS, Joseph Swantek – WHHS, Paul Visintainer – Hazle, Mark Weber – RGlen. Cornet 3 – William Brior – RGlen, George Gulllick – DAH, Joseph Kavitski – DAH, George Lesh – HFG, Jeffrey Pensock – HFG, John Wagner – WHHS. French Horn 1 – Bonita Opert – FHS, Mark Schott – HHS. French Horn 2 – Mark Kurtz – FHS, Laverne Miklos – HHS. French Horn 3 – Lynn Farmer – HHS, Wes Shaw – WHHS. French Horn 4 – George Bittorf – HHS, William Boran HFG, Ronald Lobitz – RGlen. Baritone Horn – John Grega – FHS, Arthur Nagel, FHS, Terry Raffety – HHS, Leanne Tomanchek – HHS. Trombone 1 – Bob Billig – WHHS, Joseph Dixon – HHS. Trombone 2 – John Brazzo – HHS, Bill Brown – WHHS, Frank Marino –HHS. Trombone 3 – Sharon Baum – HHS, Joseph Caputo – HFG, Ramsom Young – HFG. Tuba – Thomas Belekanich – FHS, Peter DiSabella – HHS, Brian Greenawalt – HHS, Bill Manning – WHHS, String Bass – Elaine
Dettore – HHS, Donald Shewarko – HFG. Tympani – John Murmello – FHS. Percussion – Myron Ervin – HHS, Denise Hollick – FHS, John Nicolardi – HHS, Mary Opert – FHS, John Pickenheim – FHS, Anthony Seo – HHS, Donna Yanuzzi – HHS. Piano – John Poluka – HHS. From one hundred fifteen young musicians in Mr. Buglio’s first Tri Hi Area Band 1970 performance to one thousand young musicians in the 1975 performance, shows the tremendous growth in the Tri Hi Area Band. It was a great amount of work, not only on Mr. Buglio’s part, but on the part of each music director in the district, the young musicians and all the committee members who worked so hard to make the Festival happen each year. We will learn more as we go along in our story. If you were a member of Tri Hi Band, I would love to hear from you about your experience. You can e-mail me at mrs49@ ptd.net.
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Chamber President Palermo Is 2014 Athena Recipient Retiring President and CEO of the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Donna Palermo has been selected as the recipient of the 2014 Chamber Athena Award, sponsored by Berger Family Dealerships. Palermo has worked for the Chamber for 26 years, the last thirteen as its President. Among her many achievements during her tenure, Palermo lead the Chamber in accomplishing numerous transportation projects for the region, including the expansion of Routes 93 & 924. She worked closely with local, state and federal officials to successfully remove MinSec from Downtown Hazleton, and was instrumental in creating a Chamber member health insurance program that benefits businesses of all sizes throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. Seeing a need for networking opportunities for women, Palermo worked with the Hazleton YMCA/YWCA and Leadership Hazleton to create the Chamber’s Women’s Networking
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Pennsylvania Businesswomen by the NEPA Business Journal. She is also the recipient of the YWCA Pearl Award, the Hazleton Lions Club Lion of the Year, Seven Seals Award from the National Guard, and the PA Environmental Partnership Award. Palermo, who will retire from her post as of April 30th, was nominated by the Chamber’s Vice Chair, Allen Wagner and Past Chair, Earl Berger who also sponsors the award, who said, “Few professional women in the Hazleton Area have had such a tremendous positive impact on the region as Ms. Palermo. Her accomplishments have been so great that many within our region are affected, from the safety of our Downtown, to the ease of travel as we head to work, to the quality of health insurance that chamber business employees receive, Ms. Palermo has had a hand in all. She has served this area, and this region well, and I see no more fitting testimony as she retires than to present her with the Athena Award for all of her achievements.” Palermo is the wife of Wes Palermo, and has two children, Susan and Wes Jr., and five grandchildren. The Athena Award, presented each year to a Hazleton Area businesswoman "for outstanding professional achievement," will be presented at the 122nd Annual Meeting of the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce. The dinner meeting will take place on Thursday, May 22 at the Genetti Best Western Inn & Suite Hall of Presidents. Palermo joins a long list of distinguished women who have won the Athena Award in its twenty-eighth year history. Past winners include: 1986, Lillian Paternoster; 1987, Lorraine Piehota; 1988, Donna Jean Yannuzzi; 1989, Mary Bollman; 1990, Patricia Werner-Savage; 1991, Theresa Raffety; 1992, Martha Herron; 1994, Jo-Ann Yannuzzi; 1996, Ruth Wimsat; 1997, Molly Blasko; 1998, Bettie Sitoski; 1999, Linda Schreiber; 2000, Cathy Gallagher; 2001, Mary Jane Saras; 2002, Atty. Sharon Evans; 2003, Dr. Geraldine Shepperson; 2004, Mary Malone; 2005, Atty. Elizabeth Maguschak; 2006, Jennifer Sloot; 2007, Paula Sagan Hahn; 2008, Lonnie Polli; 2009, Terry Moran Bauder; 2010, Dr. Deb Carr; 2011, Nancy Stasko; 2012, Jeannine Lesante Mazurkiwecz; and 2013, Kathleen Benyo. There were no winners in 1993 and 1995. To make a reservation to attend the Chamber’s Annual Meeting, contact the Chamber office at 455-1509 or via email at lmantush@ hazletonchamber.org.
Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori Big Bucks For Old Books by Lori Verderame
I have a lovely, scholarly sister who works as an English professor. She, better than anyone else I know, certainly is acquainted with and knowledgeable about great books. This level of education and passion is what makes someone a great book collector. My sister is not a book collector by any means but what she knows about books can help interested collectors select the best titles for both their bedside tables and their bank accounts. Informed book collectors know which books to covet and which ones to condemn. If you want a recommendation about a great book to read, I say that your best bet is to consult with an avid reader. And if you want to know about the market for a particularly great book, ask an appraiser who is an avid reader. If you want to start your own collection of fine literary masterpieces that are as interesting as they are valuable, my advice is to start reading. In this age of nooks, kindles, and other electronic readers, I have found over the years that the best collectors in any field are the ones who know their stuff inside and out— no matter the format. When it comes to books, knowing the field surely describes my sister. And, if I need the inside scoop on the best titles, she’s my “go to girl” on the topic. Whether you are interested in displaying or digesting your collection of old books, the book collector is not a thing of the past. Many people are enjoying the process of seeking out and assembling enviable libraries. Here are some tips to remember when collecting old books: 1. Books were made differently in bygone days compared to the way that they are made today. The paper used in centuries past had a high acid content and wood pulp which promotes yellowing over time. These pages can easily rip, crease, tear, and discolor. Touching them repeatedly can also result in drying out your hands as you read these cherished titles. Be gentle. 2. If you are reading your old books solely for enjoyment, take care when turning the pages and when opening the cover. Don’t stress the binding by opening and closing the book too often. Books should be placed on their side, not upright upon a shelf. 3. Use a book stand to host an aging book whenever it is convenient. This accessory will help to keep the binding strong, the pages in-
tact, and protect the overall structure of the book. Condition of your old book will impact value, too. 4. Books featuring imagery by important illustrators hold their value in the marketplace such as Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland with John Tenniel illustrations or Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson with illustrations by N. C. Wyeth. Other famous illustrators can impact a vintage book’s value like Beatrix Potter, E.B. Lewis, Rockwell Kent, etc. 5. Good condition is very important. If you can, purchase or retain original wrappers, dust jackets, and slipcases as these accessories can increase the value of a vintage book. Great novels that masterfully chronicle a time period and place in the world such as Margaret Mitchell’s Gone with the Wind are desirable and valuable. And, books that highlight a particular genre or make an impact on the history of literature itself like J. K. Rowlings’ Harry Potter series are favorites with collectors, too. So, before you put old books that are gathering dust into a box and bring them to the a local book barn or neighborhood yard sale, find out what your bookshelves hold in terms of historical content and cash.
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Calendar Of Events May/June/July 2014 May 4 American Girl Doll Bingo, Sunday, May 4 at St. Michael's Church Hall 300 W. Oak Street in Shenandoah. Doors open at 12 noon. Early Bird at 1:15pm. Bingo starts at 1:30pm. Admission $20.00. All Players must purchase an admission ticket. Winner receives their choice of doll. Advanced ticket holders will be entered in a drawing for an American Girl Accessory. Special Raffle - Bring non-perishable food or paper products to get a chance for a special raffle –one chance per item. For more info, call 570-462-0809. May 9 & 10 Mother's Day Flower Sale, Friday, May 9 from 1 to 7:30pm, Saturday, May 10 from 7:30pm to Sellout at J.L. Dresch Storage on St. Clair Port Carbon Highway. Logs, Hanging Baskets and Assorted Flowers. Sale benefits Holy Apostles Episcopal Church in St. Clair and St. John’s Episcopal Church in Ashland. For more information, call 570-874-4532. May 9, 10 & 11 “Oliver: The Musical”, Friday, May 9, Saturday, May 10, at 7pm and Sunday, May 11 at 3pm at the PTPA, 212 West Broad Street in Hazleton. A full dinner buffet available 90 minutes is before curtain. Call 570-454-5451 or visit www.ptptashows.org for more information or to make reservations. May 10 St. Joseph Regional Academy Duck Derby, Saturday, May 10 from 1pm-4pm at the Jim Thorpe Sportsman Club on Flagstaff Road just off West Broadway in Jim Thorpe. There will be Children's Games, Food and Fun! At 4pm all ducks will waddle their way up to the starting line at Mauch Chunk Creek and they're off. Duck Chances: $5 each or 3 for $10. Purchase your duck chance from any St. Joseph Regional Academy Student, at the Derby, from The Treasure Shop, 44 Broadway in Jim Thorpe or at Mauch Chunk Pharmacy, 1204 North Street in Jim Thorpe. You need not be present to win! Race benefits St. Joseph Regional Academy For more info call (570) 325-3186 or visit the website at www. sjracademy.org.
eggs & beverage. $6 - Adults, $3 children 8 & under. For Tickets, call 570-874-0792. May 11 Spring Bird Walk, Sunday, May 11 from 9 to 11am at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park. Join local naturalist Denise “Nightowl” Donmoyer. Locate and identify from sight and song, resident and migratory species that inhabit the Park. Maybe even see a Bald Eagle! Meet in the Waterfall parking lot for this program that is free and open to beginning and experienced birdwatchers. Walk will be cancelled in event of rain. Call 570-345-8952 for information. May 16, 17 & 18 “Oliver: The Musical”, Friday, May 16, Saturday, May 17, at 7pm and Sunday, May 18 at 3pm at the PTPA, 212 West Broad Street in Hazleton. A full dinner buffet is available 90 minutes before curtain. Call 570-4545451 or visit www.ptptashows.org for more information or to make reservations. May 17 Marian Catholic High School Presents “The Fabulous Greaseband”, Saturday, May 17 from 7:30-10:30pm at Marian Catholic High School 166 Marian Avenue in Tamaqua. Doors open at 6:30pm. Food & beverage will be available. Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. For more information, call 570-467-0641 or 570-668-0743. Chinese Auction for John S. Clarke Elementary School, Pottsville 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the elementary school gym. Browse and bid May 15th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and again on May 16th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Great prizes such as 4 Disney Hopper Passes, Coach bundle, Vera Bradley bundle, free night’s stay at Great Wolf Lodge, and much, much more! Winners need not be present to win. Follow our event page on Facebook for more information.
7th Annual Kielbasi Festival, Saturday, May 17, 2014 from 11am to 5pm on the 100 block of North Main Street (Rt.924) in Shenandoah featuring the three Kielbasi Kings and Mrs. T’s Pierogies. Plus, Eastern All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, Saturday, European food, games, music featuring our May 10 from 8 to 10am at First United Meth- own Shenandoah All Star Polka Band, Polish odist Church, 25 S. Balliet Street in Frack- Pottery, Matrushka Dolls and an appearance continued on page 72 ville. Menu: Pancakes, sausage, scrambled
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Theodora's Restaurant by Chef Drew May is here and like all of us we are in need of some warmth, sun and new beginnings. This April as the winds die down and the spring flowers blanket our landscape a milestone has been created in my career. Let me begin by saying “I am Drew Wandishin and I am a chef not a writer.” It has been thirty years of applying heat to the mixes of both humble and exotic ingredients transforming earth’s bounty into nourishing authentic cuisine. I am honored to announce that my dreams have come true in the opening of Theodora’s Restaurant, named and inspired by my mother. In the last six months I have been fortunate enough to be involved with the transformation of a well loved landmark once known as The Historic Stage Coach Inn to the area’s premier restaurant. I cannot begin to express how excited as a chef and a restaurateur to be able to bring years of knowledge and love of my craft to life. When I began my career as a dishwasher, at the age of 14, it was just a dream never knowing that this day could possibly come true. My wish is that Theodora’s becomes a venue to enjoy, refresh, relax, and bring new memories to life. In keeping with my philosophies, Theodora’s and its professional team will strive to create “The Restaurant” of the community. Theodora’s has something for GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE
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buffet and free desserts. All baskets are filled and have a liner and/or protector. Special Basket drawing for advanced ticket holders for information and tickets call Lisa at 570-4622242.
by The Kielbasi Man. Kielbasi making contest with two catergories, regular and smoked. Look for your babchi’s recipe. Sponsored by Downtown Shenandoah, Inc.. For more information, call 570-462-2060. 13th Annual Bear Creek Festival, Sunday, May 18 from Noon - 4 pm at the Schuylkill Victory Bible Church in Junedale will hold County Fairgrounds, Summit Station. Family a hugh Flea Market Saturday, May 17 from day filled with free activities, live entertain9am to 4pm on Church grounds. We will be ment, flower pot painting, cow milking conselling ready to bake pizza’s for $6.50 which test, horse and wagon rides, animal balloon will include a $5 Boscov’s Friends Helping making and so much more!! Friends coupon. All proceeds benefit the Victory Bible Church Bible Program. Be sure to May 24 stop by and browse as there is something for Black Creek Township Community Yard everyone. Sale, Saturday, May 24 from 9am-2pm at Alumni Memorial Site in Rock Glen (Site of May 18 old Rock Glen School). Longaberger Basket Bingo, Sunday, May 18 at Columbia Hose Co., 742 West Centre Street May 25 in Shenandoah to benefit William Penn Fire Indians of Pennsylvania, Sunday, May 25 Co. Doors open at 12:30pm. Bingo begins at from 2 to 3pm at Sweet Arrow Lake County 2pm. Tickets are $20.00 each which includes: Park in Pine Grove. Meet at the Waterfall 20 regular games and 5 special games. Free Pavilion in the Waterfall parking lot Join
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naturalist and Indian expert Dave McSurdy as he presents the artifacts and story of Pennsylvania’s original inhabitants. The program is free and open to the public and suitable for all ages. May 26 Fish-for-Free Day, Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park in Pine Grove. Start 8am. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission allows anyone, resident or non-resident to fish without a fishing license. It is the perfect way to reacquaint yourself to the sport or introduce someone young or old to a lifetime of the sport of fishing. Fish-for-free days are held twice a year and apply to all waters of the Commonwealth. All other fishing regulations still apply. May 31 The American Cancer Society will host a Survivor Celebration “Free Brunch” on Satcontinued on page 82
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The Rich Bobinski Orchestra (today)
Years ago, The Rich Bobinski Orchestra made several appearances in the Hazleton, Pennsylvania area at Postie's Grove in Still Creek. The band still continues to perform today. The band leader, Rich Bobinski was Rich Bobinski born in Waterbury, Connecticut, on January 18, 1939. He began playing the trumpet when he was about nine years old. Since his first trumpet teacher was Polish, it wasn't long before he had Rich playing from the instructor’s collection of Polish music. This layed the foundation for what was to become the Rich Bobinski Orchestra. Rich and his brother Bob started their own band shortly after they were out of high school and played at local weddings and clubs under the name of Bob Bobinski and His Orchestra. Around 1955 they changed the name to Bob & Rich & the Harmony Kings Orchestra. They made a couple of connections and started to travel. Their first job on the road was in Prospect Hill in Brooklyn, New York, and from then on, the road trips kept coming. Rich recorded two albums with his brother. The first was entitled "Johnny's Wedding Day" and the second was "Young Lovers". In 1967, Rich took over the band. And, shortly thereafter, the Rich Bobinski Orchestra recorded its first album, entitled "Kiss Me I'm Polish". This recording started the band's climb to the top. About three and a half years later, the band released their second album entitled "Down By The Water". In 1976, Rich produced his third album entitled "The Premier of Polkas". With the addition of the violin, the new styling of the Rich Bobinski Orchestra, was accepted by polka fans every-
1976 was also the year that Rich started his own radio show "The Polka Hoe-Down Show," which was heard every Sunday evening on WIOF radio, 104 FM from Waterbury, Connecticut. In 1976 and, again, in 1977, The Rich Bobinski Orchestra was voted the #1 Band by the United States Polka Association. In 1978, at the height of his band’s popularity, Rich retired the orchestra so that he could take care of his mother. Thirteen years later, In 1991, Rich decided to start the band again. He made two more recordings. The first was "Playing With My Band" and the second was entitled "Thanks For Being My Friends." Rich lived in Union City, Connecticut, most of his life and his love for people as well as polka music always showed no matter where he performed. Some of his greatest songs include: "Kiss Me I'm Polish," "Down By The Water," "Baa Baa Polka," "Skinny Minnie," "Playing With My Band," "Thanks For Being My Friend," "Elenora Oberek" and the #1 song for the year 1977, as named by the United States Polka Association, "Hoe Down Hank." Rich kept playing with the band until he died on March 4, 2001 at the young age of 62. In 2010, the International Polka Association recognized Rich Bobinski's contributions to polka music by inducting him into the IPA Hall of Fame. Before his death, Rich made it known that he wanted the band to continue, so trumpeter, Marty Swiatek took over the group and toured as Marty Swiatek & RBO. Marty gave up leading the band at the end of 2009 and, in 2010, June Ingram took over The Rich Bobinski Orchestra. Under her leadership, the band continues to play to enthusiastic crowds everywhere. Their stage name is RBO MUSIC. In closing, be sure to catch The Polskie Swingmasters this month. On Saturday, May 3, the band will be appearing at the Reading Liederkrantz, 145 Spook Lane in Reading, PA from 7:00 pm until 10:00 pm. And, on Sunday, May 4, we will be playing at Pine View Acres in Pottsville, PA from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm. The "Swings" will also be at the Dupont VFW in Dupont, PA on Sunday
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Some of my favorite songs include "Gingerbread Polka". This is a nice instrumental tune that features the some fine fiddle work by band leader, June Ingrum. Also included is "Three Cheers Polka", a song originally recorded by the King Brothers Orchestra. RBO does a great job on this tune, with Eddie Biegaj on the vocal. Other tunes include instrumentals, "Home At Last", "Annie's Oberek", and the "Hot Dog Polka". The band has also included two Christmas tunes-"Merry Merry Christmas" and "It's Great That Santa Claus Can Polka". You can order your copy by calling 860-536-2452. The website is: www.richbobinski.com
May 25 from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm Stop by and you will surely have a great time. Also, I would like to remind you that The Swingmasters Variety Band is available for private parties, weddings, and anniversaries. For bookings, Call Steve at 570-788-5336. You can also give me a call at 570-429-0859. We will make your next event a party you will never forget. In closing, be sure to tune into my radio broadcast "The Polka Connection", Sundays from 10:30 am until 1:00 pm on Hazleton's Hometown Country, WAZL. You can also listen on line by going to wazlam.com. One final thought...As we approach Memorial Day, I would like to express my extreme gratitude to all of those who have served or are currently serving in all of the branches of the U. S. Military. God Bless You for your sacrifices.
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Throwing A '60s Dessert Party...Disney Style (NAPSA)-A party doesn't have to deplete your monthly budget as long as you realize the purpose of entertaining is to have fun with friends. A dessert party is the perfect answer. Everyone loves des_sert and, with only one course, the shopping is less expensive and you can often prepare the food beforehand. But what about the theme for the party? That leads us to an idea based on the Disney film "Saving Mr. Banks," starring Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson-a '60s Dessert Party! A little background. Walt Disney's "Mary Poppins," one of the world's most beloved and enduring family films ever, was released in the mid-1960s, the setting for "Saving Mr. Banks," which is now on Digital HD, Bluray and DVD. The film tells the little-known story of how Walt (Hanks) convinced author Pamela "P. L." Travers (Thompson) to agree to a movie based on her best-selling book series. In many meetings, the stubborn Travers insists Disney and his team stick to the exact details of her novels. Eventually, Walt makes her understand that despite taking some lib-
erties, using imagination and creativity does achieve what Travers really wanted to say. Creativity, of course, went into duplicating the early to mid-'60s style and look of "Saving Mr. Banks," a key component of which was food. TV and film food stylist Chris Oliver ("About Last Night," "The Master"; TV's "Parenthood," "Masters of Sex," "Boardwalk Empire") was brought in to handle the design. Ms. Oliver's primary focus was the writers' room scenes where Walt had plentiful dessert fare wheeled in for breaks. Some of the most popular desserts from the '60s were featured. "The food was meant to reflect a time line for Mrs. Travers, who, at first, was entirely negative about everything Disney. When she first arrives in the room, we put out tons of premade desserts loaded with preservatives-Sno Balls, Twinkies, etc. (I was particularly proud of the red/green/orange Mickey Jell-O mold.) As the film progresses and Travers softens, we brought in more homemade items with pure ingredients."
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Oliver sees the movie as the perfect inspiration for a retro-themed ladies' dessert party. To throw a classic '60s party, she recommends starting with "a pastel color scheme, Pyrex serving dishes, fun Jell-O molds, cheese and fruit platters, and cakes with lots of frosting. Popular desserts of the '60s are coconut or butter cakes, baked Alaska, soufflés, berry pies and pineapple upside-down cake." One of Chris Oliver's favorite dishes inspired by the '60s is cherry pie, but her special recipe is a timeless classic with ingredients that haven't changed for more than a century. For Chris' Cherry Pie and other favorite '60s recipes, visit www.facebook.com/SavingMrBanks. To get more into the spirit of the era as you watch the film together, put on a pot of tea and provide a few side snack dishes like deviled eggs or Walt Disney's personal favorite, chili: (http://blogs.disney.com/insider/ recipes/2013/02/04/walts-own-chili/). For more information about Chris Oliver and her cooking and food styling tips, please visit www.hollywoodfoodstyling.com. For more information about the "Saving Mr. Banks" Blu-Ray™ and DVD, please visit www.movies.disney.com.
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Celebrate A Sweet Cinco de Mayo (Family Features) Cinco de Mayo is, officially, a holiday celebrating Mexico's victory over France in the 1862 Battle of Puebla. In the U.S., where it is actually celebrated with more gusto than in its native country, the holiday has become a celebration of Mexican heritage and culture. The holiday also provides a great excuse to make irresistible Mexican-inspired recipes for entertaining and, of course, a big batch of margaritas to wash it all down. Fresh sweet corn is an essential component of many Mexican dishes and a cultural staple. Luckily, Cinco de Mayo falls right in the middle of Florida's Sunshine Sweet Corn season, meaning that the sweetest corn, available all year, arrives just in time to be a part of your Cinco de Mayo celebration. These naturally-bred varieties are grown by a group of family farmers who are committed to producing the finest sweet corn. Be sure to serve Mexican Style Corn, a truly authentic and delicious Mexican street food. Crunchy ears of fresh sweet corn are charred to perfection then slathered with a mixture of cheese and mayo, sprinkled with chili powder and squirted with lime for simple flavor perfection. Discover more mouth-watering recipes for Cinco de Mayo and every time of year at www.sunshinesweetcorn.com.
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Mexican Style Corn Ingredients: 4 ears fresh Sunshine Sweet Corn, husked 1/4 cup mayonnaise 4 ounces Cotija or feta cheese 1 teaspoon chili powder 4 lime slices Directions: Preheat grill or broiler. Grill or broil corn, turning occasionally until hot and some kernels turn golden brown, about 5 minutes. Using knife, coat each ear of corn with about 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Crumble cheese on one side of each corn ear. Sprinkle with chili powder, dividing evenly. Broil until cheese starts to melt, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with lime. Serves 4
Time And Money- Saving Grocery Tips (NAPSA)-If you are like most Americans, you not only want to save money at the grocery store, but you want to save time, too. In fact, in a recent survey conducted by SupermarketGuru.com, 25 percent of respondents said they have resorted to grocery shopping online just to save time. How can you be sure to get the best value in the shortest time possible? Here are a few hints from Phil Lempert, the Supermarket Guru, that can help: • First, plan the timing of your shopping trip carefully. The supermarket's busiest time is between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m., so avoid the supermarket "rush hour." • Use all your shopping resources. Check the store's circulars and use the latest technology to help enhance your trip. For example, ReadySetEat.com not only lets you plan your meals and ingredients ahead of time, it instantly shares what items are on sale at a retailer near you. • Discounts are often worth the time spent seeking them. According to a Red Plum survey of shoppers, 80 percent of consumers surveyed spent up to three hours each week looking for coupons, deals and savings from all sources and 81 percent said they saved up to $50 each week, or $2,600 a year. • Frozen single-serve meals can be cost effective. Frozen meals such as Healthy Choice can be a great way for those on a budget to eat more healthfully and waste less food due to portion control. • Private brands can be valuable. With their quality generally comparable to leading brands,
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another 6-8 minutes. Remove ribs from grill and cover with butcher paper or aluminum foil. Let rest for 10-15 minutes. Slice ribs into individual pieces and serve. Serves 4
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Memorial Day has become the unofficial start of the summer season. For those of you devoted grillers, this is not something new, but rather a new twist on grilling. Start with a great new recipe such as kabobs and use different types of meats then you would normally use, and marinate when you can as it will make your grilled meats extra tender and juicy. You can use fish as well and try something new, you never know your family might really enjoy it! I have included some special grilling recipes for you to try, but remember not only is May a special month to celebrate Memorial Day, we also pay tribute to our Mother’s on their special day. Whether we're moms, daughters, grandmothers, or all of the above, Mother's Day holds a special place in our hearts. Sure, birthdays are a chance to show our appreciation, but Mother's Day is something dif-
ferent altogether. It's about loving mom for mothering us. It's about loving mom for disciplining us, pushing us, and loving us. It's about loving your children because they are yours. It's about celebrating the very idea of motherhood. In honor of that, I have a special recipe for you to try to make Mother’s Day special in your house! Memorial Day is a National Holiday proclaimed by Congress in 1971 to ensure a three day weekend for federal holidays. Some southern states to this day have an additional separate day for honoring their Confederate War dead, however it is a day for remembrance for those who have died in our Nation’s service...a day for reconciliation and not division. It is about coming together to honor those who gave their all, the ultimate sacrifice for their country....there lives.
Kansas City Classic Ribs (pictured above) Ingredients: Marinade: 1/3 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons roasted sesame seed oil 1 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 teaspoon powdered ginger 1 cup KC Masterpiece Kansas City Classic barbecue sauce 1 cup white or cider vinegar Ribs: 2 Racks pork loin ribs, about two pounds each with the membrane removed 2 tablespoons olive oil Directions: Combine marinade ingredients in medium
bowl and mix well. Place ribs in a large GLAD zipper bag and pour in marinade ensuring ribs are fully covered. Set aside and marinate for 2 hours, or overnight in refrigerator. Set up two-zone fire for indirect grilling with Kingsford charcoal by situating charcoal on only one side of grill, leaving other side void. Heat to 400∞F. Lightly oil grill. Remove ribs from marinade and dispose of excess liquid. Place ribs, bone side down, over direct heat and cover grill for 6-8 minutes. Then turn ribs and cover for another 6-8 minutes. Continue this process for 45 minutes to an hour or until ribs are tender. Once tender, move ribs to void side of grill and coat with barbecue sauce. Cover grill for
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Tomato Bean Salad Ingredients: 1 Cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 large tomato, diced. 1 celery rib, sliced 4 green onions, sliced ½ cup mayonnaise or salad dressing ¼ cup ranch salad dressing ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 3 cups torn leaf lettuce Directions: In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ranch salad dressing and garlic powder. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Place the leaf lettuce in a serving bowl, add the vegetable mixture. Toss just before serving. Serves 6.
No-Bake Banana Split Cake Dessert Ingredients: For the Crust: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs ½ cup unsalted butter, melted For the Cream Cheese Layer: 12 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature ¼ cup granulated sugar 8 ounces COOL WHIP Whipped Topping For the Fruit & Toppings: 3 to 4 bananas, sliced 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple,
drained well 16 ounces strawberries, hulled, and sliced 8 ounces COOL WHIP Whipped Topping ½ cup walnuts, chopped Chocolate syrup Maraschino cherries Directions: Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish; set aside. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, stirring until all of the crumbs are evenly moistened. Dump the crumbs into the prepared pan and press into an even layer. Refrigerate while you prepare the next layer. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Using a rubber spatula, fold in the COOL WHIP until thoroughly combined. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the graham cracker crust. Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on top of the cream cheese filling, top with an even layer of the crushed pineapple, and then an even layer of the sliced strawberries. Cover with the COOL WHIP, smoothing the top. Sprinkle with the chopped walnuts, then drizzle with chocolate syrup and top with maraschino cherries. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. Serves 12-16
Fluffy Pancakes "Breakfast in bed for Mom" Ingredients: 3/4 cup milk 2 tablespoons white vinegar 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons white sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 egg 2 tablespoons butter, melted cooking spray Directions: Combine milk with vinegar in a medium bowl and set aside for 5 minutes to "sour". Combine flour, sugar, baking powder,
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urday, May 31 at 11am sharp at Relay For Life at The Hazleton High School Cougar Track. Each survivor is welcome to bring one guest. This is an opportunity to relax, enjoy the company of others, and let the American Cancer Society honor your journey. Come join the fun! There is no need to pre-register, come a little early to get a seat and receive a free gift and take a chance at other prizes. The brunch is a rain or shine event and we will be under a tent. Plenty of parking is available. If you have any questions, contact Donna Delehanty at 570-454-5034 or email at muirgen1@ptd.net. All people are considered survivors from the moment they are diagnosed.
Party, Friday, June 13 from 11am to 11pm and Saturday, June 14 from Noon to 11pm at Columbia Hose Fire Co No. 1, 742 West Centre Street in Shenandoah. New this year: carnival foods, games and rides along with the traditional coal region favorites for the whole family to enjoy! Truck Parade Friday at 7:30pm. Entertainment: Friday- Atomic Pop 7 to 11pm, Saturday- Ghost County 7 to 11pm. For more information, call 570-4629574.
“Sapphire”. Good Food, Themed Baskets, Games, Music. Come, and join in the FUN! June 16-19 St. Michael the Archangel Parish Vacation Bible School Camping Land, Monday, June 16 through Thursday, June 19 from 6:30 to 8pm at St. Michael’s Parish Center, 534 Sunbury Street in Minersville. This year's theme is “Let’s Campout with Jesus”. All students Grades 4-K – 12 are most welcome to participate. Register ASAP by calling Sister Catherine Therese at 570-544-4741 or pick up a Registration Form in the vestibule of the Church or at the Parish Center. Hope to see you there!
St. Michael the Archangel Church Annual Block Party, Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 from 5 to 11pm on the St. Michael the Archangel Church Parish Grounds on Lewis Street in Minersville. Friday’s entertainment will be provided by “One Last June 20 June 13 & 14 Columbia Hose Fire Co No. 1 Annual Block Rider ” and Saturday’s entertaining group is 2nd Annual Kielbasi/Pierogie Golf Tournament, Friday, June 20 at Mt. Valley Golf Course, 1021 Brockton Mt. Drive in Barnesville. Sponsored by Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. $75.00 per golfer if paid before 6/6/2014 or then $80.00. Fee includes lunch and dinner. Dinner is only $25.00. 4-man scramble, shotgun start. Prizes for men and women for SPECIALITY AMISH hole in one, closest to the pin, and longest MADE SALADS drive. For more information, call 570-462along with Our Apple Butter Bar-B-Que Sauces for grilling... 2060.
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Relay For Life To Be Held May 30th And May 31st
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The American Cancer Society-Greater Hazleton Unit is pleased to announce its annual Relay for Life will be held on Friday, May 30th, 2014 5:00PM to Saturday, May 31st, 2014, 5:00pm at THE TRACK AT COUGAR PARK located on the Hazleton Area High School Campus on 22nd Street. Relay for Life represents the hope that... • those lost to cancer will not be forgotten • those battling cancer will be supported • one day cancer will be eliminated. Relay For Life is a fun, overnight team event that raises awareness of cancer in the community and raises the much needed funds to fight the disease. Teams of friends, neighbors, families and co-workers commit to keeping at least one member walking the track at all times-because cancer never sleeps. Eight or more people can come together to form a Relay Team. Each person on a team registers for $10.00 with a suggested rate of $100 to be further raised per person (most raise more) to support the research, education, advocacy and patient service programs of the American Cancer Society. Teams pitch tents, decorate their campsite, set out food, games and sleeping bags they will need throughout the event. Community cancer survivors join together in the inspirational Survivor’s Victory Lap which officially begins the annual Relay For Life. Hundreds of luminaries candles are lit when the sun goes down and a moment of silence falls during the Luminaire Ceremony as everyone gathers together to pay tribute to and remember those lost to cancer, those fighting cancer and those who have won over the disease. Luminaries are available for a contribution to ACS. Everyone enjoys entertainment, fun and camaraderie throughout the evening and the next day. New friends will be made, old friends hugged and all hearts will be touched by the magic that is Relay for Life Each year, more than 5,000 Relays are being planned by the American Cancer Society volunteers across the country and the world. You are invited and encouraged to form a Relay For Life Team and this is how you do it. • Contact 2014 Greater Hazleton Area Co-Chairpersons Janine Surmick, j9ms@ ptd.net, 570-956-0460 or Terry Hartlage, tlynnhar@ptd.net
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• As a suggestion - Invite 8-15 people to a relay party. Serve refreshments and invite a cancer survivor to speak or show a Relay video • Invite your workplace management to help form or sponsor a team • Learn as much as you can about the American Cancer Society and the Relay For Life and talk to people about the event • Create a team theme. It can be activityrelated, cancer related or humorous • Another suggestion-dedicate your team in honor of a cancer survivor • Work and plan with your team on ways to raise the $100 per team member registration fee • Select a team captain “We really would like to see a lot of people, old and new participants, become involved in this great event”, encourages Surmick. “It’s a wonderful event and we encourage you to look to family, friends, co-workers and fellow students to form a Relay For Life Team!” “We are very grateful to the Hazleton Area School District for allowing us to use THE TRACK AT COUGAR PARK FOR OUR EVENT” adds Terry Hartlage. To assist Relay Teams and provide upto-date information, periodic Committee Meetings will be held at 5:30PM and Team Captain Meetings at 6:30PM as follows: May 14. All meetings will be at Henkel Consumer Goods, 125 Jaycee Drive, Valmont Industrial Park, West Hazleton. Bank Night will be May 27th, but the location and times are to be announced at a later time. For more information, scan the Relay for Life in Greater Hazleton facebook page, the Greater Hazleton American Cancer Society facebook page and RelayForLife.org.
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ADVERTISERS INDEX 15th Street Beer Barn & Puffs N Pics........72 A & S Music Entertainment......................76 A J Limo...................................................68 Advanced Computer & Lawn Specialists...41 All Care Home Care..................................18 Angela & Adriana Italian Food & Pizza.....77 Atlas Business Systems...............................63 Auto Detailing At It's Finest........................8 Bafile Family Chiropractic.........................22 Barbush Automotive..................................10 Bedrock Gardens, Landscape Supply Co...38 Belly Buzzers Bakery..................................63 Beltway Diner...........................................77 Benefit for Stephanie Ponchery..................62 Berwick Hospital.........................................3 Billig-Helmes Insurance............................59 Bill's Produce Market................................63 Blakeslee Animal Hospital.........................55 Bob's Pools, Inc.........................................44 Bonner Auto Parts.....................................11 Boscov's Optical........................................27 Brookside Homes......................................44 Broyan's Farms..........................................51 Buckaroos Pizza & Snack Shack................81 Butler Township Fire Co...........................81 C & D Seafood.........................................71 Cage -N- Tank..........................................64 Cancer Treatment Center At Hazleton......35 Carmen's Bakery & Deli...........................79 Carrato Surgical Associates........................30 Cedar Street Supply...................................40 Charles S. Snyder......................................43 Chaskin Jewelers.......................................60 Christy D. DeMelfi, ESQ..........................46 Chura's Auto Sales......................................9 Circuit For Women...................................17 Comfort Keepers.......................................20 Community Bank NA...............................48 Curry Donuts............................................75 Cussatt Eyewear..........................................2 Custom Tattoo Experience........................78 Degenhart Chiropractic.............................25 Della Croce Dental...................................29 Demsko Agency..........................................8 Diane's Salon on Ninety Three..................62 Dr. Frank Glushefski.................................21 Dryfoos Insurance.....................................55 DSM Auto Repair.....................................10 Eckley Miners Village................................51 Empire Cleaners........................................62 Erich Schlosser Memorials.........................63 Evanko Respiratory...................................32 Everything Nice........................................52 Fairway Chevrolet Subaru.........................11 Fanelli Brother's Trucking Co...............11,50 Fellin's Jewelers.........................................57
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