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Shop Smart! Shop Local! We are often asked the following question. Why do consumers shop out of town to purchase items such as, clothing, furniture, appliances, automobiles, and even food. This question brought back memories of a marketing study that I was involved with during my college years in the State of Washington. The class from the previous year had conducted the survey work and my class was asked to compile the data and draw a conclusion. The survey had about 30 questions that were asked to about 850 participants from eight towns in the surrounding area, including all age groups. The basic need for us to understand is why do area shoppers leave their home town to shop in other cities. The conclusion basically boiled down to simply perception. The shopper would receive a better deal or product selection in slightly larger cities. What we found was the exact opposite to be the reality. This was especially true of the so called big ticket items like appliances, furniture and automobiles. Take for example, automobiles. With the exception of purchasing a home, the family vehicle becomes the next largest purchase made. The purchaser often feels that the price of a car will be less at the “big town dealership” than the “local dealership.” This is simply not the case when all aspects of the purchase are factored in. The local dealer is priced just as competitively and is able to offer much better service to the consumer in dealing with service issues after the purchase is made. What we truly found to be accurate was that marketing and advertising had caused the customer to feel the way they did. When
in reality they could have dealt with a locally owned business and received just as good of a deal if not a better one. This was true in 1970 and remains just as true today. As a point of fact, we found, in 1970, that when a consumer shopped at a locally owned business that the community, as a whole, was much stronger and more vibrate. That is just as accurate today as back then. If we want and expect our community to continue to develop, local shopping is crucial to the growth and expansion of our city. The money we spend locally is reinvested into the community creating diversity and helping the community maintain its unique appeal. So take the time and spend the money to support local businesses. After all, small and local businesses are still the backbone of our economy. They are local people serving local people and are generally committed to staying there and offering quality products and services to their residents. Let’s not forget the economic benefits of shopping locally. Local shopping is crucial to our continued growth, because the success of local businesses attracts and encourages other entrepreneurs to start local businesses, which leads to more jobs and revenue re-circulating throughout our community. The math for buying close to home is compelling. When you shop at a locally owned and operated business, 73% of your purchase remains in the local community. By contrast, when you shop at the big box store, or out of town, only 43% remains. The 30% difference is what makes our community stronger and more vibrant. When profits stay local, it increases the community’s wealth, tax revenue and standard of living.
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As a local business owner, shopping locally is a big part of our family. You will always find us at local diners, grocery stores, small repair facilities, gift shops, and much more. We encourage our readers to do the same and to take advantage of our advertisers and their coupon’s found inside our magazine’s coupon cutter. Moving forward, in the next few months, you will find through-out the Panorama Community Magazine several tips on why you should shop locally. I leave you with this simple message I found on a web-site:
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"If you can breathe, you can do yoga.” We love this yoga quote at Mystic Power Yoga. It is so simple and so true. Yoga is ultimately the connection of body, breath, and mind, therefore, anyone can benefit from a yoga practice. We encourage you to join our community! Running through the month of July is our 40 Days to a Personal Revolution program. We are absolutely ecstatic that our program has a sell-out number of participants, with just about 60 yogis taking part! This Baptiste 40 Days to Personal Revolution program offers change for our students lives through yoga, meditation, diet and personal inquiry. The record-breaking group will be graduating on Friday, July 25th at the studio and we couldn't be more excited to share some of their transformations with you all next month! No need to worry though, MPY offers this program several times throughout the year, so stay tuned for your chance to be part of this amazing group the next time around. In addition to the on-going 40 Day Program, teacher training is also currently underway with Studio Owner and Certified Baptiste Teacher, Michele Fisher 500E-RYT, an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 500 hours of training and well over 10 years of experience as an instructor. Several committed yoga students are in training, learning the fundamentals and will soon be joining the already ever-growing staff at Mystic Power Yoga. We will be looking forward to welcoming them and introducing them to the community once their training is completed. Mark Your Calendars - For a special Hip Workshop on Sunday, July 13th from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. In this workshop you will learn and review many of the hip opening poses a yoga practice has to offer and the benefits these poses provide to your body. Hip poses are wonderful for relieving unwanted stress, calming the nervous system, combating fatigue, as well as bringing positive emotional and energetic effects. This workshop is perfect for anyone who has hips (LOL!) A raw beginner to the most experienced yogi are encouraged to attend. Also perfect for anyone who sits at a desk all day, since long hours of
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sitting cause the hip flexors to shorten limiting your ability to extend and possibly affecting the pelvic position and the lower back. As always a full schedule of basics, all levels and hour of power yoga classes are available 7 days a week, including both day and evening classes. Always check out our updated weekly schedule on our website for all class dates and times. Our low-heat class 5:30 pm class Wednesday evenings continues and don't forget about our $5 community class with the donation of a canned good to benefit CEO on Sunday's at 3 pm. In addition, because of the popularity our Kids Yoga classes, up to age 10, we will continue indefinitely on Saturdays from 9 am to 10 am. Its the perfect opportunity to get yourself and your kids started with the practice of yoga, since there is an adult Basics yoga class running simultaneously! Speaking of kids, don't forget about the opportunity to book a Mystic Kids Yoga party, with budget-friendly class packages starting at $149. Email valerie@mysticyogastudio.com to book a date or for more information. Moving into August, Mystic Power Yoga will be holding a Community Outreach Event. A Community Dog Walk, led by local dog trainer, Arthur Bruno. Dog food and other supplies will be collected, which will benefit the Hazleton Animal Shelter. This event, which is open to anyone interested in joining us will take place on a Sunday in early August. Please check our facebook page for the specific date to be announced. Also in August, the Mystic Power Yoga community is invited to attend our Inaugural Deck Party, Friday, August 15th from 6 pm to 8 pm, rain or shine! Just a casual get together, to enjoy the summer weather, friends, food and spirits! Mystic Power Yoga has been established since 2009 and studio owner, Michele Fisher, has been teaching Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga since 2006. They are the only Baptiste Affiliate Yoga studio in Northeastern Pennsylvania. For up to date information on the studio follow us on FaceBook, visit our website at mysticpoweryoga.com or call 570.582.9641. They are located at 592 Susquehanna Blvd in Hazle Township, near the Laurel Mall and next to Becker Roofing on Route 93.
Women And Skin Cancer by Stephen Schleicher, MD A research study published May 29, 2014 reports that “white women who get five or more blistering sunburns between the ages of 15 and 20 have an 80 percent increased risk for melanoma,” which is the most deadly form of skin cancer. Further, these individuals have “a 68 percent greater risk for two other forms of skin cancer known as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.” The study followed over 100,000 white female nurses for nearly two decades. At the beginning of the study the women’s ages ranged from 25 to 42 and the participants lived in 14 different states. A take home message from this study is that adolescents and young adults must take adequate precautions to protect against sun damage. This is of utmost importance for those with fair skin who readily burn as well as anyone with a family history of skin cancer. Since basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are related to cumulative sun exposure older individuals with these traits should practice adequate sun protection as well. As a related aside: Huffington Post published an informative article entitled: “Here's How To Apply Sunscreen To Your Back Without Anyone Else's Help”. Mentioned is the “As-Seen-On-TV Roll-A-Lotion Body Lotion Applicator” which sells for $9.99. A clever do it yourself solution: use a paint roller, slather with sunscreen, and rub over your back. Probably won’t see this one on QVC.
How Strong Are You? by John Degenhart, DC In chiropractic college we called it “constructive survival values”. As I see so many people, day after day, I watch how some people have better life coping skills than others. Why do some people seem to handle stress better than others? I think it’s both heredity and environment. Some people their brains are just wired to be calmer, where others have quick tempers. But I write this article because I want you to look deep within, and ask yourself this question. “I have a choice as to how I will respond to every circumstance in life. I can choose to respond in a positive way, or react in anger”. What choice do you make all day long? Some people cope with stress by drinking too much alcohol, taking street or prescription drugs, smoking, eating too much or other personality disorders. None of us are perfect, but I want to share some practical ways that I think will help you cope better with whatever stress you are going through right now. 1. When someone hurts you, first focus to
stay calm. Don’t react quickly in anger. 2. Proverbs says our tongue is like a rudder of a ship. So keep quiet, think before you speak. 3. Read a daily inspirational book, it will renew your mind so you act positively. 4. You will gradually cultivate peace, and your coping skills will improve. I think these steps will transform your life. Then you can ultimately get to the point in your life when you totally just surrender to God. When you do the best you can, yet you realize you are not in control. You let God take over, and things will fall into place. So I pray you work on improving your daily coping skills. You can’t escape away from the stress of this world. You must learn to find happiness in the midst of chaos.
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Orthopedic Surgeon Joseph Horton, MD, Joins Alliance Medical Group Information provided by the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton Alliance Medical Group, a practice of Lehigh Valley Physician Group-Hazleton, welcomes orthopedic surgeon Joseph Horton, MD, into its health network. Horton received his doctor of medicine degree from Medical College of Pennsylvania, Hahnemann University, Philadelphia, his fellowship in arthroscopy and sports medicine at New Mexico Orthopaedics Associates,
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tures. Horton was attracted to orthopedics as a career after suffering several sports injuries himself as part of an active lifestyle. “My philosophy of patient care is a holistic approach treating the whole patient,” he says.
“We understood our community’s need for orthopedics services and we are extremely happy that Dr. Horton has joined us,” says John Fletcher, president of Lehigh Valley Hospital at Hazleton. “We worked hard to recruit a high quality, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon to meet our patients’ needs.” As a native Pennsylvanian, he is very familiar with the Greater Hazleton area and the northeastern area of the state. “I am so happy to come home. All of my family still lives here.” Dr. Horton will reside in the Greater Hazleton area and is excited to become part of the community. For a consultation or appointment at his office at the Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton, 50 Moisey Drive, Hazleton, call 570-501-6730.
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Skin cancer strikes more people worldwide than any other form of cancer. Although skin cancer is more common in fair-skinned people, anyone can develop it. The main cause of skin cancer is ultraviolet radiation from sunlight, especially when too much time is spent in the sun. Avoiding sun overexposure, and wearing a sunblock with a SPF of at least 30 are the best defenses against skin cancer. Catching skin cancer early, through regular skin cancer screenings, can provide a better chance for successful treat-
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Sun Poisoning: Recognizing The Signs by Bill Spear, R.Ph., CCN
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Contrary to popular belief, “sun poisoning” doesn’t actually mean you’ve been poisoned. In fact, sun poisoning is really just another way of saying that you have a really bad sunburn. When you get sun poisoning, your body is suffering from a condition known as photodermatitis-an allergic reaction to your skin’s overexposure to the sun. In other words, you got fried! However, that bad burn can come along with some severe symptoms, causing a lot of discomfort. Learning to tell the difference between mild and severe sunburn can make a big difference in how you treat your skin after overexposure to the sun. Signs of severe sunburn or sun poisoning can include skin redness, blistering, pain, tingling, swelling, headache, nausea, dizziness, dehydration, vomiting, fever and chills. If you’re suffering from mild, topical symptoms, use the same remedies you would on any other sunburn. Stay hydrated, apply ice
or cold compresses, and take anti-inflammatory herbs or nutrients to reduce swelling and itching. Apply aloe to affected areas, as it tends to help relieve itching, and stay out of the sun until your burn heals. If you’re suffering from any of the systemic systems listed, boost your efforts to cool down and stay hydrated. Drink lots of fluids, take cool baths, and pat-don’t rub-your skin dry. Stay in a cool environment until your symptoms ease. If at any point, your pain becomes extreme, you begin vomiting, or your fever spikes too high (over 104°F), head to your doctor or emergency room. In more serious cases, a doctor can prescribe an oral steroid to reduce inflammation or administer IV fluids to help restore hydration quickly. For more information on ways to avoid sun poisoning, please contact our Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Bill Spear, R.Ph, CCN at Hazle Drugs Natural Health Center, 1 E. Broad St., Hazleton, Pa. 18201, 570-4542476, www.hazledrugs.com. Bill Spear, R.Ph., CCN is a Compounding Pharmacist and Certified Clinical Nutritionist. He is available for personal nutritional consultations at Hazle Compounding, Broad & Wyoming Sts., Downtown Hazleton, Pa. 18201 570-454-2958 • www.hazlecompounding.com
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Interior Install ceiling fans to keep rooms cool. Remember, during the summer months ceiling fans should be set to run in a counter-clockwise motion to vent air downwards for a cooling affect. (Most fans have a switch above the blades to do this, as in the winter months the blades should be running in a clockwise motion). Make sure drapes or shades are adequate to keep the sun from beaming in through the windows during the peak of the day. Make sure the clothes dryer vents are clear. If they are clogged, the heat generated by the dryer seeps into the home instead of out the vent. Clogged dryer vents can present a fire hazard, so it is especially important to maintain them properly. Small, battery-operated personal fans can help. Spray bottles filled with water offer a refreshing spritz to keep from overheating. In any event make sure seniors understand the dangers of becoming overheated during the summer. Some may be surprised this can happen in their own homes. The more education they receive regarding the dangers, the more able they are to take care of themselves properly and beat the heat in the summer.
Emergency Preparedness When seniors live home alone, it is important for them to be prepared for emergencies. During sweltering summers, some states initiate rolling blackouts in order to keep power grids from overheating. Sometimes air conditioners simply break, or electricity can go out for other reasons. In these instances, it is important for seniors to be prepared to keep cool until the situation is rectified. Freezing small bottles of water during the summer is a good idea. If the power goes out, removing them for drinking when they thaw can keep seniors cool. It is also a good idea to wet a few washcloths and keep them in the freezer; if there is a power outage, these can be placed on the back of the neck to help keep seniors cool. Storing extra bottled water is crucial to maintain proper hydration during an emergency. If seniors do not have family or friends close by, it may be a good idea to hire a company such as Comfort Keepers® to check on them to ensure safety during the summer months. Comfort Keepers can check the temperature levels and ventilation inside homes, as well as help perform daily tasks around the house to keep seniors cool. 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.
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Myofascial Decompression – Treatment For Pain And Muscle Tightness by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Living with pain is a daily thing for most of us and we are always looking for ways to help loosen tightness, ease pain and feel better. When I look for new treatment techniques and ideas, I tend to look at what the professional athletes do as they demand and receive only the best treatments as their careers depends on them staying healthy. Re-
cently I came across a treatment technique called Myofascial Decompression that has been utilized for several years with professional athletes including Olympic athletes, MLB pitchers, NFL linemen and more. Myofascial Decompression (MFD) is a technique that is based on an ancient treatment principle called cupping. After having a
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positive experience with it, Chris DaPrato, a physical therapist started researching and developing what is now known as MFD. Our body is an elastic structure that allows fluid to flow within and between its objects in order to nourish and maintain the health of muscles, joints, organs etc. This structure called the fascial system, when injured will collapse a little on itself causing it to become compressed cutting off this normal flow. This includes circulation, nerve signals and lymphatic fluid. This lack of flow causes the tissues to dry out and stick to each other causing what we call adhesions or scar tissue. Think of a window or drawer that is stuck. The end result is stiff, tight tissue that does not move well causing pain and difficulty moving. With MFD, we utilize negative pressure cups to lift the adhered tissues, stretch the scar tissue and allowing return of normal fluid flow. Where MDF differs from regular cupping is it is utilized on Myofascial planes and Trigger Point patterns with patients performing movements such as stretches or exercises to maximize its benefits. This allows the fascial system to stretch more and relearn what normal should be. Then healing can take place. This process can be very effective at helping people recover from injury as the professional athletes have been finding out. It can also be helpful at loosening tight muscles and restoring normal movement. Matt one of our team members was able to regain full range of shoulder motion, which he lost after dislocating it 5 years ago. Hazleton Physical Therapy is now Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers, and we are always looking out for new and innovative ways to help our clients feel better, have less pain and recover from injuries. For more information or to schedule an appointment call us at 570-501-1808. To learn more about MFD, we always offer a free 20 minute Q&A session, or visit our Youtube channel “hazletonpt” to watch a quick video.
It’s Summertime! Forget Winter, But Not Your Dentist! by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. With the advent of Summer, a most carefree, relaxing attitude encompasses all of us especially after having had a most harsh, never-ending Winter season. It would seem that a visit to your dentist falls far down on your summertime “to do” list when, in reality, it should be a priority for a variety of reasons. Statistically, summertime foods and beverages contain more sugars and acids when compared to others consumed throughout the rest of the year. Beverages such as sweetened ice tea, lemonade, sodas, sports drinks, beer, wine, and summer cocktails are all sugar (primarily sucrose)laden and acidic which will effectively erode and weaken your teeth rendering them sensitive in the future. Effectively rinsing with water afterwards will reduce the chance of damaging effects. Brushing your teeth afterwards is also effective, however, wait at least one hour to do so as you may cause tooth damage due to increased tooth porosity resulting from acids and sugars. Alcoholic and caffeinated drinks have been linked to dry-mouth so routine hydration with water will prevent this from occurring as well as washing away harmful bacteria, sugars, and acids in the process. Summertime foods such as salad dressings, BBQ sauces, fruits such as apples, hard candies, fibrous meats which lodge between teeth, slushies, ice cream, shakes all contribute to sugar and acid increases as well. Sticky foods adhere to teeth for a prolonged period allowing for acid and sugar increases while other foods such as popcorn and fibrous foods effectively lodge between teeth and are hard to remove. Prolonged exposure to red wine, sugary BBQ sauces, sugary
deserts and candies will also stain your teeth leaving them dull and discolored. Again, I cannot stress enough rinsing with water to reduce acid/ sugar exposure and concentration. Skin cancer occurrence also increases during the summer as does oral cancer. This may come as a surprise yet it is true. To reduce your chances or oral cancer, it is important to prevent damaging UV rays from harming your lips along with the rest of your body. I recommend a lip balm with sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. Enjoy the backyard and beach, but don’t forget to reapply regularly. With Summertime comes a Summertime sport such as baseball, volleyball, cycling, and water sports. Enjoy them all exercising safety as well as using a professionally-constructed mouthguard. You will look far less attractive with a set of broken and/or missing teeth when compared to a professional mouthguard. Swimming, by far, is the most popular Summertime sport. Few realize that antimicrobial agents in pool water will cause a brownish stain on one’s teeth after prolonged exposure according to the Academy of General Dentistry. “Swimmer’s Mouth” results from elevated PH levels in pool water which causes decreased salivary proteins leading to brown stains on the teeth. Luckily, this staining is readily removed with a professional dental cleaning. If a pool’s PH is more acidic, it can soften tooth enamel making it more susceptible to decay. Avid or professional swimmers should prevent it by way of more frequent dental cleanings and fluoride applications. In conclusion, after the cold, dark and depressing days of Winter, I think I speak for everyone
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Helping Your Pain With Aquatic Therapy by Pro Rehabilitation Services Water is one of nature’s most important gifts, and it also plays an important role in physical therapy. When physical therapy involves performing exercises in the water, it is called aquatic therapy. It is performed by a trained and licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant utilizing a specially designed pool. Many people have questions about aquatic therapy. The following are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions. Why does aquatic therapy work? Aquatic therapy uses the physical properties of water to assist in healing and exercise performance. First, the buoyancy of the water provides
support to the body and takes pressure off joints caused by diagnoses like arthritis. The support provided by the water also decreases the fear of falling and can aid in building strength and mobility to decrease the occurrence of falls. As one patient stated: “After I broke my hip, I wouldn’t walk because I was afraid of falling again. When I went in the pool, I gained confidence to walk again, and I am now leading a normal life.” Additionally, the water naturally provides pressure to the body. This hydrostatic pressure blankets your skin causing an increase in blood flow throughout your body. Increased circulation in the body helps to reduce swelling in the
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feet and legs. Also, the viscosity of water provides an excellent source of resistance to help build strength in injured areas with little or no impact to the injury site, and the therapeutic temperature of the water promotes muscle relaxation, increases flexibility, and decreases pain. Where can I go for aquatic therapy? YOU, as a consumer have the right to choose any therapy clinic; however, you must select a provider who has an indoor therapy pool at their facility. Pro Rehabilitation Services in the Valmont Industrial Park has the largest, heated therapy pool in the Hazleton area. Our custom designed therapy pool offers multilevel depths from three to seven feet that can be accessed via wide steps with handrails or a chair lift. This makes it easily accessible for anyone to try aquatic therapy. The therapeutic temperature of the water is maintained at 89 – 92 degrees to accommodate patient comfort and improve functional outcomes. The locker rooms are well equipped for all your needs, including lockers; private rooms and seated and standing showers; and, of course, they are wheelchair-accessible. The therapy pool at Pro Rehabilitation Services provides a safe environment to enable a person to increase morale and confidence and live each day to one’s fullest potential. How can I learn more about aquatic therapy and Pro Rehabilitation Services? If you are interested in learning more, you can stop by to meet and talk to one of our therapists and tour the facility and pool. We are located outside the city of Hazleton in the Valmont In-
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Tips To Help You Build Healthy Habits (NAPSA)-While more than two in three American adults are overweight or obese, there are things you can do to reduce your chances of struggling with your weight. To start, try to consume healthier foods and beverages and get more physical activity. Doing so may lower your chances of developing diabetes, high blood pressure or other serious health problems. New health habits may also help you look better, feel more energetic and even be a role model. The Weight-control Information Network (WIN) offers more tips to consider. According to WIN, a national information service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health: • One day each week, make healthy meals that you can freeze and eat later when you don't have time to cook. • Fit in physical activity whenever you can. Take the stairs if there are a reasonable number to climb. Get off the train or bus a stop early, as long as it's safe and your schedule allows. • Buy healthful foods in bulk, and choose frozen or canned fruits and vegetables. • Start a walking group. Walk in places that don't cost money, such as a school track or park. • Recruit others to be active with you. That may help you stay interested and be safe. • Think about your most important reasons for being healthy. Do you want to be there for your family? Would you like to be able to do the things you love without feeling tired or out of breath? For more information, call WIN at (877) 946-4627, visit www.win.niddk.nih.gov or "like" WIN on Facebook at www.facebook. com/win.niddk.nih.gov.
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Mouth-Opening Exercises by Dr. Tim Kelly, PT, DPT Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) or TMJ, as it is commonly known are a significant public health problem affecting approximately 5% to 12% of the population. TMD is the second most common musculoskeletal condition (after chronic low back pain) resulting in pain and disability. The main symptoms of TMD are pain and trismus. Trismus refers to reduced opening of the jaws caused by spasm of the muscles of mastication (chewing), or may generally refer to all causes of limited mouth opening. Spasm in our chewing muscles (masseter, pterygoids, and temporalis) and may interfere with eat-
ing, speech, oral hygiene, yawning, kissing, and could alter facial appearance. Temporary trismus is common after oral surgery procedures, such as in the extraction of lower molar teeth, as a result either of inflammation to the muscles of mastication or direct trauma to the TMJ. Treatment in this acute phase may include heat or cold application, a soft diet, and muscle relaxants, if necessary. When acute phase is over the patient should be advised to initiate physiotherapy for opening and closing mouth. Normal mouth opening ranges from 35 to 45 mm.[3] Males usually have slightly greater mouth opening than females. Recent studies have confirmed the physical therapy exercise regiments have reduced trismus, improved mouth opening, and restored mandibular function. A recent article in the
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Journal of Dentistry, Oral Disorders & Therapyconfirms that mouth-opening exercises can significantly improve maximum mouth opening, and recommends that such less evasive treatment should be primary. TMJ pain may be obvious, causing clicks and pops in the joint, difficulty opening the mouth, and pain over the joint. The jaw joint can cause what appear to be eye and ear problems, facial pain, migraine headache, toothache, neck pain and many others. This is no simple problem. TMJexercises will help, but choosing the right exercises and making the correct diagnosis requires the work of a professional. This professional help is available at Physical Therapy Specialists any of our convenient locations Conygnham 708-2015 and Hazleton 459-5787 and Hometown 668-1889.
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A New Treatment For Dry Eyes!! by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD Dry, red, itchy, sandy, scratchy, and gritty Dry Eye Disease has been described in many different ways. It can cause your vision to be blurry, your eyes to burn and water, and can make you feel just miserable. This chronic condition is known to affect nearly 100 million people worldwide. To properly treat Dry Eye Disease, the exact cause needs to be determined. An optometrist can perform a number of tests to diagnose if your irritated eyes are from allergies, decreased tear production, Meibomian gland dysfunction, inflammation, or from a combination of reasons. A tear break up time shows how quickly the tear film evaporates. A Meibomian gland evaluator assesses if the glands are functioning properly. The LipiView interferometer captures detailed images of the tear film. An osmolarity test evaluates the integrity of the tear film. And a Schirmer’s test measures the quantity of tear production. Once the dry eye cause has been determined, treatment can begin. The doctor will choose the appropriate therapy based on your
testing results. Restasis is a prescription eye drop used to increase tear production. Artificial tears decrease irritation. Steroids may be used to diminish inflammation. There are also mast cell stabilizers and/or antihistamines to suppress allergic eye conditions. Omega 3 supplements in their natural triglyceride form are not only anti-inflammatory, but help to thin out the blocked lipids. Specifically, for the evaporative form of Dry Eye Disease which affects nearly 86% of patients, there is now the LipiFlow procedure. LipiFlow is a 12 minute, painless in-office treatment used to unblock the Meibomian glands and enable them to resume their natural production of lipids. This decreases lid inflammation and allows for a healthier tear film. While in the examination room, both eyes may be treated simultaneously. A disposable eye piece is used to apply controlled heat to the inner eyelid while intermittent gentle pressure is applied to the outer eyelid. The relaxing massaging motion facilitates the release of lipids from the blocked Meibomian
glands. Once completed, the patient is free to go about their daily routine. Some initial extra dryness may be noted, but soon fades away. The doctor will then set up a post-treatment care regimen and follow-up appointments based on the severity of the dry eye condition. Hazleton Eye Specialists is the first practice in NEPA to office this new breakthrough treatment for Dry Eye Disease. For more information on LipiFlow or to schedule a consultation, please call 570-453-2020 or visit the website at www.drkislan.com.
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Kinesotaping by Anthony Urillo, MPT Kinesiology tape is a thin, stretchy, elastic cotton strip with an acrylic adhesive. Therapeutic kinesiology tape can benefit a wide variety of musculoskeletal and sports injuries, plus inflammatory conditions. Kinesiology tape is almost identical to human skin in both thickness and elasticity, which allows kinesiotape to be worn without binding, constricting or restriction of your movement. The Kinesotaping method is a rehabilitative taping technique that is intended to facilitate the body’s natural healing process. This method provides support and stability to muscles and joints without limiting range of motion throughout the body. The tape also acts to provide extended soft tissue manipulation to prolong the benefits of manual therapy administered within the clinical setting. Since the tape is Latex-free and wearable
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The Laurels JuLY 2014 America the Beautiful There is something to be said about summer in Pennsylvania, it sure is beautiful! The Laurels Residents have been enjoying the long awaited bright, sunny weather! This month, in addition to our 4th of July Celebration, we will be having picnics at Community Park and walks around our beautiful facility. The view of the valley is breath taking! We will be heading to Mohegan Sun (our favorite hangout) and doing some shopping at the local malls. We wish everyone a beautiful summer! Senior Facility Outing ~ July 10th It is always so nice to gather together will all our friends at the annual Senior Facility Outing. Our 4th annual gathering will be once again be held at the Freeland Community Center; a perfect place with a nice park and comfortable surroundings. We will feature a delicious cookout complete with hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, watermelon, baked beans and homemade cupcakes. And don’t forget our wonderful door prizes! Then we will try our luck at merchandise bingo featuring handmade seasonal wreaths! The day won’t be complete without singing and dancing with one of our favorite entertainers, George Rittenhouse. If you have any questions regarding the annual picnic, please call Wilma at 570-455-7757. We hope all our friends from the area facilities will be able to join us; we look forward to seeing everyone on July 10th! Activity Corner This month keeps us swinging, moving and entertained by talents of: Maude Becker, Tom Rogo, and George Rittenhouse. Many of our activities will be spent outdoors! We will be having picnics at Community Park and walks around our beautiful facility. We will be heading out to lunch at Alfredo’s. Plus we always enjoy our shopping excursions at the Laurel Mall, Wal-Mart and Church Hill Mall. Our culinary group will be making cookies, strawberry cream cheese cobbler and a special secret dessert for dinner. Mohegan Sun, here we come! We love our monthly trips to the casino hoping to find a little luck! Laurels Volunteers Anyone interested in volunteering any of their free time to help out in any way can contact the activities department at 570-455-
7757. Any amount of time would be greatly tivities our residents enjoy. We listen to resiappreciated. dents' feedback to develop programs that will complement our seniors' current interests as Laurels Retirement Living well as help them discover new ones. The awareness of retirement living has risen The Laurels is designed for those who dramatically in recent years. Many older want to be a part of an engaging social enadults who are still active and healthy don’t vironment, who have passion for life and want to be burdened with all the mainte- live with purpose in life. Our residents can nance and expenses of a house. Instead, they expect value, convenience, comfort and secuare seeking vibrant and worry-free living en- rity. Should the need ever arise, care continvironments to enhance their peace of mind. uums that include Personal Care and Respite The Laurels Senior Living Community pro- / Short-term Care are available. vides a full range of attractive independent If you would like more information regardliving choices for today’s seniors. ing our services, please call our office or email For independent living residents, The Lau- us at info@laurels-seniorliving.com. You can rels offers a wide variety of social, cultural and also stop by for a tour of our beautiful facility recreational programs. Book groups, baking and enjoy a complimentary lunch. classes, theater outings and shopping excurThe Laurels Senior Living Community – sions — these are just a few of the many ac- “Where our Family of Residents Come First!”
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Five Days To A Fitter, Healthier You (Family Features) If kicking off a life-changing fitness and nutrition program seems daunting, try taking smaller steps to make it feel more manageable. Begin by charting out a week-long plan that will make you more conscious of how you approach important elements of your program including muscle toning, cardio and making nutritious food choices. Here's a five-day schedule to get you started: • Monday: Start the Week Strong - Kick off the week with a medicine ball workout, which is a great way to work various muscles all at once. Try using a medicine ball with exercises that you're already familiar with, such as push-ups, lunges or squats, or look up demo videos online to learn some new ways to use the medicine ball. • Tuesday: Turn it Up - Running is a great form of exercise, but it's important to mix up your cardio workouts to help prevent injury and become stronger overall. Grab your friends and try a cardio-focused class, such as Zumba. • Wednesday: Spruce Up Your Fruit - Working out is key to keeping fit, but so is maintaining a healthy diet. When shopping for snacks, make smart choices that taste delicious, such as Dole Fruit in Jars, which provide five servings of all natural, fresh fruit. Try pairing with Daisy Cottage Cheese to spruce up your fruit for a tasty parfait. • Thursday: Multi-task - Just because you're catching up on your favorite TV show doesn't mean you can't work out. Clear some space between the couch and TV so you can watch while you do push-ups, crunches, jumping jacks and squats. For extra motivation, leave your fitness tools near the television as a daily reminder. • Friday: Give Yourself a Star - Gold stars aren't just for classrooms. At the end of the week, mark each day that you exercised with a star on your calendar. Whether you went for a run, hit the gym or went for a walk with friends, the calendar will be a visual reminder of how often you've been working out, and will encourage you to keep going. Remember, setting a long-term goal, such as running a marathon or dropping two dress sizes, can help keep you motivated over time, but also remember to celebrate your first mile run or your first five-pound loss. Keep tackling your new program one week at a time, and your goals will easily become reality. Visit www.dole.com for additional snacking ideas to get you on your way to a healthier you.
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Stay Motivated This Summer With Group Classes At The Hazleton YMCA/YWCA provided by Hazleton YMCA/YWCA Do you need some motivation to exercise during the summer? Try a class with others. Our group exercise classes are fun, challenging and a great way to stay focused about “healthy living” with your fitness goals in mind. Having others who can help keep you motivated when you are wishing you could just forget “healthy living” and enjoy the summer sun can be a major key in maintaining exercise goals. Experience the energy that only a group exercise class can give you. Instructors lead you through the workouts. We also have scheduled youth activities throughout the week that include rock climbing, an exerzone with interactive gaming systems, evening open basketball court and open swimming at a small cost to nonmembers. Some of the classes offered are: • BODYPUMP – This 60 minute Les Mills class utilizes barbells, weight plates and the most current exercise science to provide the most effective and safe experience possible. Our friendly and highly trained instructors will present a fun and motivating workout using the best music around. • PILOXING – A mix of Pilates and boxing moves into a fat torching, muscle sculpting, core-centric interval workout that is guaranteed to ship you into shape. • RPM – Les Mills indoor cycling program will challenge and invigorate any aerobic enthusiast. You will burn up to 600 calories in this 60 minute whirlwind of a ride. • CYCLE - Our safe and effective, indoor cycling classes can be a solution for everyone wishing to maintain their fitness level. Classes are offered mornings and evenings. • R.I.P.P.E.D. – You will challenge yourself like never before in this fast paced class that incorporates repetitions, intervals, plyometrics, power, endurance and diet. • Energize, Absolution and Half n Half These morning classes are great for beginners or for those trying to ease back into an exercise class. • Yoga – Stretch your mind and body
in this class that incorporates techniques that and eliminating racism. have been used for centuries.. For more information about the Y and it So now you have an idea of where you programs and services call 570-455-2046. can be active this summer - try the Y? The Hazleton YMCA/YWCA has a wide variety of options to help you on your way. The Hazleton YMCA/YWCA is a member of the Greater Hazleton United Way. The Y is for developing youth, healthy lifestyles, social responsibility, empowering girls and women
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Weight Loss Tips For Real Life Family Features) Chances are you've been down the weight loss road before. And chances are just as good that you've gained it all back. But don't despair; there are ways to avoid the dreaded yo-yo. Harley Pasternak, best-selling author and the go-to trainer for A-list stars, answers some common questions about how to lose weight - and the tools needed to keep it off. Q: What's the biggest mistake people make when it comes to weight loss? A: Too many people set unrealistic expectations from the start. Extreme diets don't work. You can't sustain that kind of deprivation over the long haul, and you're setting yourself up for failure. For sustained weight loss, you need a diet and exercise plan that you can maintain. It starts with setting realistic goals. Check with your doctor first, but for most people, losing one to two pounds a
week makes sense. Q: How should I get started and pick the right plan? A: Instead of starving yourself or risking injury by over-exercising, focus on being active throughout the day. Park your car farther away from your destination, take the stairs, make social plans walking distance from home or work; every step adds up. When deciding on a diet plan, do your research. I believe in Shaklee 180 because it is consistent with what I've been teaching my clients for years and is incredibly convenient for those of us with busy lifestyles. Q: How can I eat healthy when I'm so busy I don't have time to cook? A: Planning ahead is a must if you're going to avoid temptation. Spend some time on Sunday evening preparing simple, healthy meals for the week. Keep staple ingredients like fruits, veggies, Greek yogurt, beans and whole grains like oats and quinoa at home at all times. Q: What tips or tools I should use to keep
myself on-track and motivated? A: I'm a big fan of using technology to stay fit. I like mobile apps, which help track calories and exercise. They take the guesswork out of losing - and make it more fun because you can get instant support. One of my new favorites is the Shaklee180 app, which includes meal trackers, recipes, workouts, nutrition info and inspirational tips from health and fitness experts. The other cool thing is when you use the Shaklee app to track your progress you get the chance to win weekly prizes. You can learn more about it at www.shaklee180.com. Q: I hate to exercise, and gyms are too expensive. What can I do? A: You don't need to spend hours a day in the gym to improve your waistline or your health. As little as 5 minutes a day of resistance training can help strengthen your body. The key is consistency and making sure you're physically active throughout the course of the day. I always advise my clients to use a pedometer (a small device that counts your steps) and try to hit 10,000 steps each day.
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Bumper Crop of Blueberries in 2014 Stemmrich Blueberry Farm is open for the 2014 season of blueberry picking. Locally owned and operated by Charlie Stemmrich the farm is now entering into its 16th season with over 2,500 blueberry bushes in its main field. With a brand new field planted and ready for picking in July, Stemmrich continues to grow and provide a quality product for people of all ages to pick your own. Most nutritionists consider blueberries a super food! The reason? Blueberries have consistently been recognized as the fruit with the highest antioxidant activity. These tasty berries offer twice as many healthgiving antioxidants as spinach, more than
three times as many as oranges, red grapes and cherries and more than four times as many as grapefruit, white grapes, bananas and apples. Blueberries are rich in Vitamins A, C, E and beta-carotene as well as rich in the minerals potassium, manganese, magnesium. They are very high in fiber and low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium. Stemmrich not only offers multiple varieties of blueberries, but also provides a beautiful backdrop in a scenic setting that is perfect for the entire family. Come visit Stemrich Blueberry Farm located at 71 East Cherry Road, Nescopeck Pa. The farm is located in Nescopeck Township about 1 mile north of Amish Pantry, ½ mile off Route 93. 401 E. County Road, Drums • 570-788-3163 OPEN: TUES., WED. & SAT. - 9AMand TO 5PM CallMON., 570-379-2908 for times dates. THURS. & FRI. - 9AM TO 6PM • CLOSED SUNDAYS
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2014 Schuykill County Fair—July 28 Thru August 2 "Treasure The Memories"
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When the Schuylkill County Fair opens on Monday July 28 and runs through August 2, people will notice the new amusement ride company. Goodtime Amusements, LLC of Hellertown, PA will be the new midway amusement ride company. Goodtime Amusements was established in 1986. They are a family run business, which provides amusement services to various non-profit organizations. Operating solely in the eastern portion of Pennsylvania, Goodtime provides their sponsors with up to 20 rides along with food and game concessions. This will be the initial year that Goodtime will be providing their services for the Schuylkill County Fair. They also provide amusements for the Schnecksville Fair, Oley Valley Fair, West End Fair and Carbon County Fair. A FAMILY CAMPGROUND 65 total sites 55 full hookups 20, 30, & 50 AMP receptacles monthly sites available
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Goodtime offers their patrons modern, well-maintained equipment staffed by courteous, well-groomed uniformed employees. They take pride in bringing the meaning of good times to your event. A New Kiddie ride Zamperla Mini Jet has been purchased for the 2014 fair season. Goodtime is presently involved with the rehab of the Bumble Bee and Merry-Go round Rides and they will be completed for the beginning of the season. Hampton, Paratrooper, Bear Affair, Spinner, Train, Dragon Wagon, Teacups Bumble Bees, Yo Yo Swings, Starship, Sizzler, Loop O Plane, Tilt A Whirl, Castle Mania, Super Slide, Boats, and Carousel are some of the rides provided by Goodtime Amusement out of Hellertown, PA to be found at this year’s Schuylkill County Fair. Rides at the Schuylkill County Fair have always been broken down into three age groups. Adult, youth, and kiddy rides are the groupings. A minimum of 5 rides per age group will be found on the grassy meadow at the fairgrounds. Goodtime amusements have promised more rides as the space can accommodate more of their equipment. Rides aren’t the only fun on the midway. Goodtime Amusements feature games where the game operator is having just as much fun as the customer. Fifteen game and concession trailers will be available for all to have a good time. Goodtime operators aren’t in it to win; instead they want fairgoers to have fun. Can’t wait to find out what is going on at the Schuylkill County Fair where you can “Treasure the Memories of Our Past?” Then visit the fair’s web site at www.schuylkillfair. com, like us of Facebook, or follow us on Twitter. The Schuylkill County Fair has been rooted in the community for 31 years.
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Eckley Miners’ Village: Where The World War II Era Comes To Life by Kristen Bogash, Eckley Miners' Village Summer Events Coordinator When strolling down the Main Street in Eckley Miners’ Village, it’s an experience like no other—a village frozen in time, untouched by modern influence, but golly gee wilikers! Eckley is stepping back in time to the World War II era in July! On Saturday and Sunday, July 26th and 27th, the 1940s will take over the Eckley village. The Eckley Miners’ Village Associates are proud to host the annual 1940s Weekend event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. World War II soldiers will take up camp throughout the village, displaying their weaponry, military vehicles, historical displays and even horses, for visitors to see. The Eckley Stitchers will have demonstrations of sewing throughout the weekend, while Eckley volunteers will showcase the life of local patch town civilians and their aid in the war efforts. The Eckley Players will perform throughout the weekend, including a special 1940s radio broadcast throughout the village—“Eckley Hour” – thanks to a partnership with local radio station WAZL. Those in attendance will see famous acts including the beloved “Who’s on First” of Abbott and Castello, and the always-entertaining performances of the Andrews Sisters, as portrayed by the talented Vinatieri sisters of Hazleton. On Saturday, Eckley will host an antique car, truck, and motorcycle show. Anyone interested in showing a vehicle of the 50s, 40s, and earlier, is asked to register by calling the museum at (570) 636-2070 and arrive at the event by 11 a.m. Judging will be at 2 p.m. and the winners will be announced at 3 p.m.
Dash plaques and trophies will be awarded. Antique vehicle owners will receive free admission for themselves and one guest. On Sunday of the event, join Reverend John Uhler, chaplain of the 45th Infantry Division re-enactment unit, for a wartime morning church service, which will take place in Eckley’s Irish Catholic Immaculate Conception Church at 11 a.m. Eckley is proud to announce for the second year in a row, 92-year-old Holocaust survivor Severin Fayerman of Reading, Pa. will be present for the weekend’s festivities. Fayerman will show a documentary about his time spent in concentration camps during the Second World War, which included Auschwitz and Buchenwald. Those in attendance can purchase a copy of his book “A Survivor’s Story” and have it signed. Eckley is also excited to host a lecture by author Gail Furford of Gettysburg, Pa. Furford’s book, “Letters Home WWII- Sergeant Martin A. Paulson,” is based on 88 letters Paulson, now 94 years of age, wrote to his sister during the WWII era. The letters were thoroughly researched by Furford, following Paulson’s military journey from Army Private to Sergeant, as well as WWII history from 1943-1946. In addition to Paulson’s story, Furford will share the remarkable, and currently unraveling, story of the Japanese or-
phan who was found in the foxholes during wartime, and is pictured with Paulson gracing the cover of the book. 1940s Weekend admission: $10 for adults (13-64), $9 for seniors (65+), and $6 for children (6-12). The Gift Shop will be open for the event. The Big Band era really comes to life at night though! On the evening of the 26th, the public is invited to bring their dancing shoes and cut a rug at Eckley’s third annual 1940s Swing Dance fundraiser. Boogie woogie to the sounds of the swingin’ 40s, as the Hazleton Philharmonic Big Band Sound provides the entertainment from 6 to 9 p.m. There will also be a special performance by the Andrews sisters. Admission to the dance is $10 regular and $8 for attendees who don 1940s era attire or uniform. The Eckley Associates will be serving concessions for the evening. Eckley is located just off of Route 940 in Luzerne County, 10 miles east of downtown Hazleton. For additional information or to learn about how to get involved for the event, call the museum at (570) 636-2070, or visit www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission administers Eckley Miners’ Village with active support from the Eckley Miners’ Village Associates.
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1940’S SWING DANCE • JULY 26 • 6-9PM Freeland Public Park Pavilion • Music by the Hazleton Philharmonic Big Band Sound
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7th Annual Coal Miners Heritage Festival July 13th At No. 9 Mine & Museum by Jan LeVan, No.9 Coal Mine & Museum No.9 Coal Mine & Museum in Lansford, PA proudly salutes and celebrates Anthracite Coal Mining History & Cultures Sunday, July 13th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This festival brings the history of the coal region to life for visitors of all ages. From a Coal Shoveling Competition, to Local Crafters and Vendors, Anthracite Region Folk Music, Patch Town Reenactments, Various Other Coal Region Museum Displays, a Black Smithing Exhibit, Potato Sack Race and so many other interesting things to see and do. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
Many unique attractions and exhibits are offered as part of this year’s Coal Miners Heritage Festival. In keeping with the theme, the coal miner’s competition is always a favorite event. Anyone over the age of sixteen can participate in the coal shoveling competition. Competitors shovel a ¼ ton of coal in the shortest time. Trophies will be awarded to the winners. In past years, this has been a very competitive event drawing numerous competitors. Come for the day and revel in the tastes of the diverse coal region cultural food, displays and events. Halupki, Halushki, Peroghi,
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Funnel Cake and so many other delicious ethnic dishes will be available to tickle your taste buds and fill your belly. History buffs will enjoy a free day to browse the museum artifacts. No.9 Wash Shanty Museum houses the largest anthracite coal mining artifact collection on the east coast. An authentic mine tour will give you the splinter of an idea, just what those immigrants who came with the great migration experienced during the industrial revolution of America. Coal region families came from over 200 different countries and spoke over 30 different languages. You may find your own family names or ancestors at No.9 Coal Mine & Museum! There is free parking and free admission to all events. For more information, contact No.9 Coal Mine & Museum at 570-645-7074 or visit the website at www.no9mine.com.
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Danville, Pennsylvania Welcomes Sixteenth Iron Heritage Festival July 18, 19, & 20 Friday begins with a special presentation about the war After Gettysburg and the recitation of The Gettysburg Address before the IHF Parade. Bands, floats, marching units, will be joined in the parade by many special guests including historical guests such as Abraham Lincoln, Robert E. Lee, and Charles Eckman. In addition, Jeff Shaara, Civil War Novelist and best-selling author will participate. Mr. Shaara wrote the novels Gods and Generals and The Last Full Measure, which are the prequel and sequel to his father Michael’s award-winning work, Killer Angels. The movie Gettysburg was based upon Michael Shaara’s book and the movie Gods and Generals was based upon Jeff Shaara’s book of the same title. Mr. Shaara’s IHF Presentation will be held Saturday, July 19 at 2:00 pm in the Danville Middle School on Route 11 (across the street from Burger King). General admission is free, but if you would prefer seats in the Reserved Section, so you do not have to wait in line, tickets are $5 each and are available at the IHF Company Store, 316 Mill St, Danville. Tickets will also be available at the door beginning at 1:30 pm. There will be many familiar events at IHF 2014: the Cemetery
Tours, the Trolley Tours, Train Rides, Artisans, a Civil War Encampment, and many more. New events/activities this year include the return of the Children’s Passport Program, a Children’s Artisan Area, a presentation at the GAR Plot in Odd Fellows Cemetery, a Morning Reception with Mr. Shaara, a Ladies Circle Luncheon, and many more. On Sunday, July 20, the day includes the
finals of the Tennis Tournament, visits to the Montgomery House, presentations, and the 1 o’clock service at Grove Presbyterian Church , and the 2 o’clock presentation in Memorial Park, The Gentlemen’s Agreement of April 9, 1865. If you have any questions, please call the IHF Company Store at 570-275-6700 or visit our website at www.ironheritagefestival.com.
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Calendar Of Events July/August 2014 July 3 Tamaqua Summer Concert Series “Fraser Thomas” (Acoustic Jazz, Blues & Pop), Thursday, July 3 from 6 to 8pm on the platform at the Railroad Station in Tamaqua (weather permitting). Reserve your table on the platform and enjoy a delicious dinner and drink or just bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us for a relaxing evening of FREE musical entertainment. For information call the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce at 570-668-1880. July 4 Port Carbon Firecracker 5K, Friday, July 4. 8:30am Start—Rain or Shine. $15 Pre-registration or $20 day of race. Free T-shirt to first 200 participants. For more information and registration form, call Deniece or Scott at 570-622-5824. Port Carbon’s Annual 4th of July Parade, Friday, July 4 at 9:30am in Downtown Port Carbon. Step off-line up begins at 8:45am Fireworks at 10pm (Rain date July 5th). July 5 Enjoy a good old-fashioned Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 5 at Memorial Park, 10th Street in Jim Thorpe. Rides, games, food, fun, and more! The festival begins at noon with opening ceremonies and continues into the night with a spectacular fireworks display at 10pm, courtesy of Mauch Chunk Trust Company. Rain date July 6. For more information, call 570-325-5810.
tion forms are available by emailing dettgrs@ ptd.net, calling 570-455-6372, or at the West Hazleton baseball complex. Zumbathon is $10 for 1-1/2 hours of fun Zumba payable the day of the event. Zumba is being presented by Alyson Disabella Cara of Healthy Rhythms. Water will be provided for both events. All proceeds benefit the West Hazleton Little League. July 18-20 Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 213 West Green Street in West Hazleton will hold its Annual Summer Picnic on the Transfiguration Church grounds Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 18, 19, 20 with live entertainment all 3 days. The picnic opens Friday from 5:30 to 10:30pm featuring “Memory Lane” beginning at 6:30. Only the bar tent will be open and bar foods will be served. On Saturday, the picnic run’s from 5 to 10pm with “The Tommy Guns Band” performing from 6 to 10pm. On Sunday, the picnic begins at noon featuring “The Golden Tones” from 2 to 6pm followed by “DJ – Shannon” from 6 to 9pm. On Saturday and Sunday, all of the church’s famous homemade ethnic food will be served & there will be a bake sale, grand raffle, bingo, next-to-new stand, tricky trays and game stands. Come join the fun… rain or shine, all activities under tents. July 19 Lehighton Area Pool Pals Family Fun Nite, Saturday, July 19 from 7 to 10pm at Baer Memorial Swimming Pool, 1001-1199 Bridge Street in Lehighton. Fun for all ages! Swimming, dancing, water games and races, hula hoops, water balloons and more. Refreshments available. Adults $5, Ages 12-18 $3, Ages 12 & under $1. Proceeds support Baer Memorial Swimming Pool. For more information, call 610-377-5275.
July 12 Good Will Hose Co of Frackville’s 2nd Annual Craft Fair/ Vendor Showcase, Saturday, July 12 from 10am to 5pm at Good Will Hose Co of Frackville, 225 South Balliet Street in Frackville. Chinese Auction will go off at 4pm. Crafters and Vendors still needed. For information email at goodwillcraftshow@ Ringtown Community Yard Sale, Saturday, July 19, 8am to ?. Rain or Shine. Approx. hotmail.com. 150 yard sales throughout the Ringtown ValInaugural 5K Wildcat WRUN & Annual ley, most are centrally located along picturZumba Thon, Saturday July 12 (rain or esque Main Street. Refreshments for sale by shine). WRUN will start at 9am and Zumba several local churches and organizations. Find thon will start at 10:30am. Early registration the yard sale map and more info at www.ringfor WRUN is $17 (due before 6/22/14) and townlibrary.org. $22 after (payable to West Hazleton Little League). Walkers welcome for the WRUN. July 19 & 20 Complimentary t shirt for the WRUN while The Carbon Model Railroad Society will supplies last. Prizes will be awarded. Registracontinued on page 34
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Homemade Foods, Baked Goods, Bleenies, St. Stanislaus Famous Homemade Three Cheese Blend Pierogies, Pizza, Ice Cream, Snow Cones, Refreshments, Children’s Games, Outside Bingo, Adult Games of Chance, Win a Beta or Gold Fish, Mega Prizes will be held in St. Stanislaus Rectory Garage, & much much more! The parishioners of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church of Shenandoah will also be selling their Italian Specialties!
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The Polka Connection by Carl Simchena Many die hard polka fans are familiar with the name--Richie Tokarz. Richie was the ultimate polka musician and vocalist. He died this past April at the age of 65. Richie was born in Richie Tokarz Whiting, Indiana and was the oldest of two sons. His younger brother, Jerry, is also a polka musician. Through the years, Richie Tokarz displayed his talents playing the accordion, the trumpet and singing with the nation's top polka bands. Because of his musical abilities, he became as well known as many of the band leaders he played for.
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He started performing with polka bands in 1965. And, from that point on, Richie proved to be a dynamic sideman. He traveled the national circuit with bands such as The Pala Brothers, Little Richard's All Stars, Marion Lush, Ed-
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Here we are….July again and summer is in full swing. The gardens are planted and growing well due to the abundant sunshine and rain. The flowers are beautiful no matter where you look. The children are getting ready for their full month of being out of school and enjoying all the things that kids love, from outdoor sports, to swimming, vacationing and just simply enjoying life. The holiday that pulls all Americans together with the wonderful story of the Independence of our nation from England, gives us the opportunity to enjoy some quality time with our families and friends and honoring our great nation and those who built it, defended it and died for it. Here are a few recipes that you can add to your summer picnics this year, or to take to a friend’s home for a nice dinner. FOOD FOR THOUGHT "Where liberty dwells, there is my country." —Benjamin Franklin Honey Chicken Kabobs (pictured above) Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves cut into 1 inch cubes 2 cloves garlic 5 small onions, cut into 2 inch pieces 1 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces 1 green bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces 12” wooden skewers, pre soaked in water Directions: In a large bowl, whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce, and pepper. Before adding chicken, reserve a small amount of marinade to brush onto kabobs while cooking. Place the chicken, garlic, onions and peppers in the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours (the longer the better). Preheat the grill for high heat. Drain marinade from the chicken and vegetables, and discard marinade. Thread chicken and veg-
1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 4 tablespoons chopped chives or scallion greens 5 heads Bibb lettuce, quartered, or 5 cups chopped romaine hearts Directions: Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water as the label directs. Drain and toss with the milk in a large bowl; set aside. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 3 tablespoons drippings from the pan. Add the tomatoes, thyme and garlic to the pan and toss until warmed through; season with salt and pepper. Crumble the bacon into bite-size pieces; set aside 1/4 cup for garnish. Toss the remaining bacon and the tomato mixture with the pasta. Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream and 3 tablespoons chives with the pasta until evenly combined. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lettuce; toss again to coat. Garnish with the reserved bacon and the remaining 1 tablespoon chives. Serve at room temperature.
etables alternately onto the skewers. Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the skewers Blueberry-Lemon Tiramisu on the grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until Ingredients: chicken juices run clear. Turn and brush with 1-2 lemons reserved marinade frequently. Serves 12 3 3/4 cups fresh blueberries 3/4 cup sugar 4 tablespoons water 17.6 ounces nonfat Greek vanilla yogurt 3 ounces ladyfingers 1 sprig mint, for garnish Directions: From lemon(s), grate 1 1/2 teaspoons peel and squeeze 1/4 cup juice. In medium saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups blueberries, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon water. Heat over medium heat 5 minutes or BLT Pasta Salad until blueberries soften and juices thicken, Ingredients: stirring occasionally. Transfer to medium 12 ounces corkscrew-shaped pasta bowl and stir in 1 1/2 cups blueberries. Set 1/2 cup milk aside. 12 ounces lean bacon Prepare lemon syrup: In microwave-safe 3 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks small bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar and re1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme maining 3 tablespoons water. Cook in micro1 clove garlic, minced wave on High 1 minute. Stir in 3 tablespoons Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon peel.
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In medium bowl, stir together yogurt and remaining 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel. In 8-inch square baking dish, arrange half of ladyfingers. Brush with half of lemon syrup. Spoon blueberry mixture over ladyfingers. Arrange remaining ladyfingers over blueberries. Brush with remaining lemon syrup. Spread yogurt mixture on top. Cover and refrigerate overnight. To serve, top tiramisu with 3/4 cup blueberries and garnish with mint sprig. Serves 8
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Shown at left from left to right: Receiving the George P. Schwartz Awards: Professor Livingston, Guest Soloist, Michael Ward HHS, Lynda Anthony FHS, Janette Tough WHHS and Joseph Buglio, HASD Supervisor of Music.
Strike Up The Band! Part 3 by Marolyn Pensock Professor Ed. A. Livingston arrived in Hazleton in 1977 with his beautiful shiny tuba. He also traveled with his other prized possession, his big tuba. When I say big, I mean really big. This tuba was six feet tall and weighted 165 pounds. WOW! It was built in Germany in 1898 by the Sanders Company for the band master himself, John Phillip Sousa! I’d love to know the story of how Professor Livingston came to own this tuba. Now, this was not the instrument that came to be known as the Sousaphone, in honor of John Phillip Sousa. The Sousaphone, built by the Selmer Music Company of Germany, was designed as a marching instrument. One could hardly march up and down the street with a 165 pound tuba. Two of Professor Livington’s students from the Fort Meade Band accompanied him with their Sousaphones. They joined with the Tri High Band for several selections. Professor Livingston came to town as guest soloist for the Eleventh Annual Hazleton Area School District Band Festival presented on March 10, 1977 at eight P.M. in the Hazleton High School Auditorium. In reading Professor Livingston’s resume, I was impressed by the fact that at the very beginning of his career, at 17 years of age in 1952, he hitch hiked from his home in Grand Rapids, Michigan, some eight hundred miles, to New York City, to play for the legendary tuba player, Bill Bell. (Love his name.) A young man could not do that today, at least not safely, in my opinion. Later he joined the U.S. Army Band in Washington, D.C. as a featured tuba player. Throughout his career he played all over the world with many world famous bands and orchestras. During his three day stay with our young musicians, Professor presented tuba clinics for
both the musicians and the band directors. Band directors for 1977 were: John Zehner, DAH, Terry Swope, GJH, Elsie Hochella, HHS, James Hardy, WHHS, Robert Brubaker, RGJHS, Joseph Rosato, FHS-FI. What a unique and valuable learning experience this was for them. For the Tri Hi Festival performance, Professor Livingston chose ‘Tubby the Tuba’ for the Junior High Band; and for the Senior High Band, he chose ‘A Touch of Tuba’, as featured selections. Mark Reisenweaver, Grebey Junior High, was featured on the tuba, while Kevin Gould, West Hazleton High School, was featured on the tuba for the Senior High Hand Concert. I’m sure that many of you remember, or seem to feel that there is something familiar about Tubby the Tuba. You are right. There is. In 1941, one week after Pearl Harbor was attacked Paul Tripp and George Kleinsinger’s first musical piece was presented. When they were thanking the musicians, the tuba player said to them. “You know, Tubas can sing, too.” This remark inspired Paul to write the story of Tubby the Tuba that very night. Later, Paul and George wrote the music, but it was not until the end of WW II that their work was presented. It became an instant hit. As they say, the rest is history. Mr. Joseph Buglio, Supervisor of Music, for the Hazleton Area School District, presented the annual George P. Schwartz Memorial Awards to Michael Ward, Cornet I, HHS, Lynda Anthony, Flute I, FHS, and Jeanette Tough, Alto Cornet, WHHS. Mr. Robert Shanno of the Hazleton High School faculty returned as Master of Ceremony. Thinking about young musicians of today, I remembered that one of the finalists on this current 2014 season of American Idol, Malaya Wat-
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Professor Ed. A. Livingston with his world’s largest, 1898 tuba built for John Phillip Sousa.
son, in addition to being a magnificent vocalist, was a tuba player in her high school’s marching band. I bet that playing the tuba helped her in her breath control as a vocalist. Dr Burton E. Hardin, Professor of French Horn at Eastern Illinois University was to appear as guest soloist with the Tri Hi Band in 1978, but had to unexpectedly bow out. Warren Covington, the famous trombonist, graciously filled in for Dr. Hardin. Mr. Covington had appeared previously with the Tri Hi Band Festival in 1970 and 1976. He arrived the morning of the concert and was able to rehearse with the band for a few hours. The members of the Hazleton Area School District and Mr. Joseph Buglio were indeed grateful to Mr. Covington for his appearance on such short notice. The concert went on without any problems. Our young musicians were superb. Of course, so was Warren Covington. The band directors for the year 1979’s festival were: Elsie Hochella HHS, James Hardy WHHS, Joseph Rosato FHS, Terry Swope and Robert Heeter Grebey JHS, John Zehner Harman JHS, Robert Brubaker Rock Glen JHS. The Schwartz Awards went to Sandra Walton HHS tuba, Beth Schmauch WHHS Flute II and Drum Major, and Frank Balon FHS 1st trumpet. We round out the 1970’s with the appearance of Anton Kuskin, Flute Soloist, as guest artist in 1979. Mr. Kuskin wrote the script for
twenty four film strips on Music Theory called ‘The Foundation of Musical Theory.’ He presented several clinics to the band directors and the young musicians during his stay with Tri Hi. Six seniors received the Schwartz Award this year – Elizabeth Valentine HHS oboe, Beth Kahley WHHS Flute, Joseph Chuckra FHS Cornet I, Rachel Welsh WHHS Clarinet III, Kathy Seary HHS Flute & Piccolo, and Thelma Cartwright FHS Alto Chorus. This was the year, 1979, that an entirely new instrument was added to the Festival, ‘Voice’. Yes, your voice is an instrument. Some of you may even recall some big band soloists who used their voices to sound out the notes. Also, some of you may remember the song many of us sang at summer camp. The Orchestra, I think was the title. “The clarinet, the clarinet, goes doodle, doodle, doodle dett” and so on through the whole orchestra. Maybe not quite the same thing, but you get the idea, I’m sure. The chorus was directed by Raymond Smith HHS, Mrs. Margaret Thompson, WHHS and Mrs. Mary Ann Rashko FHS. The band rehearsed in the band room, which was located where the former vo-tech classes were held. At the same time, the chorus rehearsed on the stage in the auditorium. The sixty-one members of the first Tri Hi Chorus were: Sopranos: Mary Beth Ackerman WHHS, Sharon Andeare HHS, June Bachison FHS, Sandy Breznitsky FHS, Charlene Budgeon WHHS, Donna DeMauro WHHS, Helen Dzuranin HHS, Portia Ervin WHHS, Dorothy Gilbert HHS, Brenda Houser WHHS, Sandy Humenick HHS, Jane Jevit HHS, Judy Lally HHS, Dawn Mace WHHS, Karen Pancheri HHS, Kathleen Parrell HHS, Carolyn Phillips HHS, Lori Repetz FHS, Michele Smutney HHS, Cindy Snyder FHS, Mary Ruth Steward WHHS, Linda Yacubek FHS, Nancy
Yancus FHS. Altos: Thelma Cartwright FHS, Dolores Chippi FHS, Michele Ferko FHS, Gail Fudge HHS, Cindy Heckrote HHS, Isabel Hellings HHS, Beth Kahley WHHS, Pam Mazzi HHS, Lynn Mehalick WHHS, Diane Moyer WHHS, Mary Postupack HHS, Jean Preputnick HHS, JoAnn Rooney WHHS, Charlene Schieb WHHS, Kathy Seery HHS, Lori Starr HHS, Susan Telatovich FHS, Sophia Viechec FHS, Rachael Welsh WHHS. Tenors: Jim Kobrick HHS, Ed Korengo HHS, Gary Molinaro HHS, Jack Palaggi HHS, Gregory Puhak WHHS, Francis Reznick HHS, John Shipley WHHS. Bass: Mike Arlotto HHS, Al Chupela HHS,
Larry DeBello HHS, Jack Ferdinand HHS, Jeffrey Grant WHHS, Vince Hebel HHS, Tom Pleban HHS, Clyde Rhodes WHHS, William Warg WHHS, Jon Weaver WHHS. The chorus presented six numbers. Among the selections were ‘Choral Flourish’ by Vaughn Williams and Leonard Bernstein’s ‘Best of all Possible Worlds.’ The Tri Hi Band and Chorus presented a magnificent finale to close the program. Next month we will continue our musical journey through the 1980’s. Thanks to those of our readers who have told me how much you are enjoying these musical memories. As always, I appreciate hearing from you. You can reach me at mrs49@ptd.net.
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Fleas And Ticks Are Back Again! by Dr. Kenneth Trippett, West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital Fleas returned in April, and have been getting progressively worse for the last 3 months. Late September and October are traditionally the worst months for fleas, so be ready! Don't even get me started on ticks and Lyme disease. Roughly one in five dogs is testing positive for Lyme Disease. Contrary to popular belief, adult fleas do not live on your pets 100% of the time. Only between 20% and 50% of the adult fleas in the environment are on animals. The rest are hopping around in the environment (i.e. your warm, cozy house). To make matters even worse, each adult flea lays up to 100 flea eggs. If you use a shampoo to kill 100% of the adult fleas on your pets and a spray to kill 100% of the adult fleas in your house, you have only taken care of 1-2% of your total
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Like many others, I lost friends on September 11, 2001. As a museum professional and historian dedicated to the study of objects and their role in culture, I am pleased to highlight the September 11 Memorial and its new Museum that recalls that historic day. The National September 11 Memorial & Museum debuted with ceremony and remembrance recently. The Memorial & Museum are located on eight of the sixteen acres of the World Trade Center site in lower Manhattan (New York City). The Memorial, designed by Michael Arad and Peter Walker, honors the 2,983 people who were killed in the attacks of both September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993. The Memorial consists of two reflecting pools formed in the footprints of the original Twin Tower buildings. Designed by lead architects Davis Brody Bond of New York City, the National September 11 Museum is sited below ground and displays artifacts linked to the events of 9/11, while telling the stories of loss, compassion, and recovery of the 2001 and 1993 attacks. This is achieved through displays, multimedia, and interactive exhibits. Davis Brody Bond is the lead architect on the Museum project sited below the Memorial plaza. Architect Steven Davis, FAIA said “The magnitude of the historic importance of the site and its symbolism made it essential for us to find a balance between the collective and the individual experience. ” The architectural firm was established in 1952 by Lewis Davis and Samuel Brody and became Davis Brody Bond in 1990. Today, it is one of the leading architectural firms in America. Over the years, Davis Brody Bond has designed buildings for prestigious universities such as Cornell, Northwestern, Princeton and Columbia. Also, they designed museum buildings including The Frick Collection and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Before the public opening of the National 9/11 Museum, there were a few days set aside when the museum hosted 9/11 families, President and Mrs. Obama, first responders, rescue and recovery workers, survivors, and residents of lower Manhattan. The museum was kept open for 24 hours to host these individuals in the same way that rescue and recovery personnel worked continuously at
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Dogs Bark. That’s Just The Way It Is We here at Hazle Township receive numerous calls about barking dogs, dog waste not being picked up, and dogs running loose in the neighborhood. We have (thankfully) very few calls about dangerous/vicious dogs having bitten someone. We would like to take this time to remind pet owners of their responsibility. Per Ordinance #2010-7-12-1 An Ordinance Regulating the Behavior of Animals as Pets and Responsibility of Pet Owners Within the Confines of Hazle Township. 1. Dogs may not roam free, they must be either in a fenced in area (this includes invisible fencing) or on a chain or leash. 2. Any person having custody or control of a dog must carry equipment to clean up the animals feces. Any person in control or custody of a dog shall clean up any feces and dispose of it in a sanitary manner. 4. No dogs or cats shall be allowed to create a disturbance in the neighborhood and all barking and howling must be controlled between the hours of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. 5. Anyone who files a false report regarding
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an animal in the township shall be subject to fines. 6. Dangerous/Vicious dogs should be reported to the Dog Warden at 570-350-9392. Hazle Township will not attempt to catch or confine any dogs. That being said, dogs bark, that’s what they do, it’s their job. A dog is allowed to bark during the day and if he is let out at night, will probably bark then too. Just remember, be a good neighbor and quiet them down after 10 P.M. when people are sleeping.
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In 1972, Tom Collier and Michael Aronstein began producing many Minor League Baseball Sets under the name TCMA which were the first and last initials of the partners in this enterprise. Aronstein, a collector himself, bought out Collier and continued producing baseball sets of minor league teams but also collector issues of famous teams of the past and of players of former days of a particular time frame, usually a decade. Aronstein would usually give minor league teams 500 to a 1,000 team sets for the right to produce sets of the franchise. In addition to the minor league sets, Aronstein produced a 293 card set of players from the 1960s in 1978 and a 291 care set of players from the 1950s in 1979. Aronstein issued another set of the 189 players from the 1960s also in 1979. He basically manufactured both minor league and collector issues to support his own baseball card buying habit. Aronstein continued producing sets through 1987. Many of Aronstein’s team sets were of World Series Champions and Pennant winners from baseball’s early decades. I have several of these sets which are mainly in black and white, but the card backs offer a good deal of information. Aronstein produced sets of the best pictures, hitters and all-time greats of a particular era. Some of these sets were viewed as “oddball” ones but nevertheless were very interesting. Over the years, minor league sets which contained the rookie card of a Major League superstar, appreciated in value, sometime to a great degree. Sets of famous teams are still popular today since team sets of players from the 1950s are earlier would not be easy to assemble and would be quite expensive if one were lucky enough to find the cards. One of the “oddball” sets that really caught my interest was the TCMA War Years set which depicted four players with local connections in the 90 card set. The War Years Set was produced over a period of years. Series I was make available in
1977 and Series 2 of the set in 1980. The 45 cards in Series 2 were produced in greater number than those 45 cards in 1977. Approximately 5,000 sets were at one time available, with extra ½ sets of Series 2. Three players in the shorter printed 1977 Series have local connections, namely, Card number 11-Tony Lupien, Card number 29-Don Manno and Cardnumber 40-Ron Northey. Card number 53 in the second series in Mike Tresh. I first became aware of the TCMA Set when I saw Don Manno’s autographed card in a baseball catalogue from Kit Young, one of the pioneers in baseball card dealing. I immediately called about the card but was told that it was no longer available. I contacted my good friend, Fr. John Manno, who has a nice collection of his father’s memorabilia but was unaware of the War Years Card. I kept my eye out for the card, and about a year later spotted a 1977 Don Manno War Years card offered by a dealer in the Sports Collectors Digest. I immediately purchased it for Father John who was thrilled to get it. For some reason, even though it was a year later, I called Kit Young and was told that the autographed card was indeed available. I promptly purchased it for $19.95 for Father John who again was elated to receive it. Don Manno had a very successful minor league career as a power hitter and RBI man. Manno appeared in three games for the Boston Bees in 1940 and in 22 games for the Boston Braves, the same team, in 1941. Don Manno is one of the few players to hit a grandslam homerun in his very first Major league game. The uncle of another friend of mine, Pastor Hugh Lupien, appears as Card number 11 in the set. Ulysses “Tony” Lupien on whom I did an earlier Panorama article, had a six year Major league career. I still have a War Years card of Tony Lupien which I intend to give to Pastor Hugh. I also have an autographed one that I purchased for myself. A decade or so ago when Pastor Lupien’s
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congregation purchased St. Michael’s, Harwood for which I represented the Diocese of Scranton, I gave Pastor Lupien a 1949 Bowman card of his uncle Tony. Tony Lupien had a productive six years in the Majors in which he had a career average of .268 and was considered a fine defensive first baseman with good speed. In 1944, Lupien hit .283 for the Phillies in 597 at bats. Tony Lupien is the grandfather of one of the most famous professional wrestlers, John Cena. Ron (The Round Man) Northey, who was born in Mahanoy City and had a fine 12 year career, first as a starting player, then as a pinch hitter, batted .276in 1084 games with 108 homeruns. Ron appears as Card number 40 in the War Years set. He also appears on 5 regular issue baseball cards: 1950, 51 and 52 Bowman and 1952 and 1957 Topps. His son, Scott is included in the 1970 and 71 Topps sets. Mike Tresh appears as Card number 53 in the more plentiful Second Series of the TCMA War Years Set. Mike Tresh had a 12 year career as a catcher, 11 years with the White Sox and a year with the Indians. Tresh had a career average of .249 with 788 hits, only two of which were homeruns. Tresh was very difficult to strike out fanning only 263 times in over 3,000 at bats. The lack of homeruns in Tresh’s lengthy career might lead one to say that he had “infield fly rule power”. Tresh appears on a 1941 Double Play card alongside of Hall of Famer, Luke Appling and on a 1949 Bowman card, number 166 which I found difficult to obtain since it is a semi-high number. The card states that he was born in Hazleton. I am sure that just about all baseball fans are more familiar with his son, Tom who played 9 years in the Majors with the Yankees except for 45 games with the Tigers. Tom Tresh batted .245 as an outfielder and shortstop. Unlike his father, Tom Tresh had a good deal of power and hit 153 career homeruns. Tom Tresh
was basically a .265 or so hitter but tried to play with injuries the last several years of his career which brought his average down. Tom Tresh was a man of excellent character and was a highly admired baseball coach. The backs of the TCMA War Years set contain players statistics form 1940-45, noting any years in that period that they served in the military. A cannon is on each side of the back of the cards. Quite a few obscure players who never appeared on a regular issue set appear in the War Years. We have to remember that baseball cards were nor produced from 1942-47. However, a few Hall of Famers and other noteworthy players appear in the set as well as players who became successful mangers. Among the names baseball fans would recognize are: Mel Ott, Luke Appling ,Hal Newhouser, Al Lopez, Birdie Tebbetts, Herman Franks ,Johnny Vander Meer, Dizzy Trout, Marty Marion, Bill “Swish” Nicholson, Rip Sewell, Howie Pollett and Mickey Vernon. The TCMA War Years set also contains several multiple player cards that I found interesting, namely the 1943 New York Yankees Starting World Series Lineup, St. Louis Brown Belters and Boston Bee Rookie Pitchers on which card Casey Stengel, the manager is included. TCMA War Year Sets are not that plentiful but do appear from time to time of ebay as buy it now or as an auction item. Some dealers will sell sets for $150 or so. Others will sell individual cards from between $2 and $7. Autograph cards from the set are considerably more since most of the players are deceased. I feel $50 to $70 for the total set is a reasonable price range. Certainly the cards of players who do not appear in regular issue sets would be treasured by family members and friends. If auctioned off, I think $20 would be a fair opening bid.
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Master Gardener: Vegetables And Summer Heat by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener July is the hottest month of the year. It is also when we begin to enjoy fresh vegetables like beans, corn, cucumbers, peppers, squash and tomatoes. These warm season vegetables cannot tolerate cool temperatures, so gardeners in northeast Pennsylvania have to wait until about Memorial Day to plant them. Once the warm weather arrives, they usually grow quite vigorously and produce abundant, delicious crops. However, not always. In recent years I have observed that some of my summer crops produce less fruit, or produce it later in the season, than in “normal” summers. Sometimes the tomato plants have grown beautifully and flowered normally, but when I searched for tomatoes on the vines I found very few Even more alarming, I discovered that my pepper plants were growing very poorly and setting little if any fruit. I also noticed that the tomatoes that were growing were very slow to ripen. And I was not alone. Other gardeners lamented the slow ripening of tomatoes and poor production of pepper and cucumber plants, even though there was no evidence of insect or disease difficulties. This was especially true a couple of years ago when we had an unusually hot summer. Talking with local farmers, I learned that the likely problem was the hot weather of July. Even heat-loving vegetables do not produce well in excessive heat. Our summers have been getting hotter, with several days reaching over 90º. Curious about how hot it actually got in the vegetable garden, which is in full sun, I placed a thermometer in with the tomatoes. The next day, the temperature was 100º at 9 am! Assuming that the thermometer
was faulty, I placed another nearby and checked it again the next day. Both thermometers read 100º, again at 9 am. No wonder it was so exhausting to work in the garden. And no wonder the plants were struggling to produce. In excessive heat, plants may wilt and leaves and fruit may show signs of sunscald. When the temperature exceeds 90º, plants produce fewer flowers. Tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and a squash have poor fruit set. The heat also interferes with photosynthesis and slows the growth and ripening of fruit. Warm nightime temperatures, such as we had the last two summers, also affect plants. Minimum temperatures over 75º cause blossom drop. They also increase the respiration rate of plants, which limits the production of sugar and affects flavor. If the soil temperature exceeds 80º, growth will be slowed.
Heat also affects the quality of fruit. Heat-related tomato disorders include sunscald, uneven ripening (such as green or yellow shoulders), internal white spots, and blossom end rot. It is, of course, impossible to control the weather, but there are some things gardeners can do to reduce the effect of excessive heat. Monitor the temperature so that you can respond when it becomes too hot. Mulch plants to keep the soil cool and moist, if possible using heat-reflecting, light-colored mulch such as straw or dried grass clippings. Water thoroughly to encourage plants to develop deep roots, making sure that they get 1-2 inches per week. Normally it is best to water at the soil level, as with a soaker hose, to keep
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5 Ways To Create A Safer Bathroom (Family Features) According to the National Safety Council, approximately 70 percent of all accidents occurring in the home happen in the bathroom - accounting for nearly 200,000 accidents each year. While it's difficult to eliminate risks entirely, you can make your bathroom safer for the whole family by following a few simple steps: • Choose a textured floor. The splish and splash of taking a bath often leads to slippery surfaces. When choosing flooring for a bathroom, avoid slick surfaces like porcelain and granite, and look for textured choices with better traction. If ceramic is a must, look for certified slip-resistant options. When in doubt, opt for smaller bathroom tiles. The more grout lines, the more resistance your flooring will offer. • Make it level. You don't need a large, walk-in shower to get one with a low threshold. As trips can be as dangerous as slips, look for a safe shower pan that is level with the floor, making it easy to step inside. • Get a grip. Installing grab bars in the shower and next to the tub is a good idea for everyone, but it's especially important for those looking to stay in their home as they age. • Keep kids in mind. Locks for every style of cabinet or drawer are readily available at local hardware stores. If you have small children (or if they visit), remember to lock away medications, small electrical appliances and cleaning supplies. Above all, never leave children unattended in the bath or shower. • Don't get burned. Water heater thermostats can be preset up to 140 degrees, a temperature that can easily burn sensitive skin. Reduce the risk of burns by setting your water heater to 120 degrees. For added peace of mind, install a shower system that provides a digital temperature read out. No matter what age or stage of life, mishaps can happen to anyone and making a few simple adjustments could make all of the difference for your family's safety in the bathroom. To learn more about home safety, visit www.NSC.org.
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Improve Your Curb Appeal This Summer by Bruce Schlauch, Owner & Operator of ACES & ALS A couple of beneficial things that you can do to upkeep the appearance of your home this summer may include such seemingly trivial house chores such as trimming the hedges or even resurfacing your driveway. Besides the obvious curb appeal to completing housework like this, there are other serious benefits to these activities that may not be so conspicuous. For example, pruning and trimming hedges can boost plant growth, get rid of disease and/or insect infested portions, and increase the flowering of the plant. The trick lies in the timing and know-how of the process. Ill-timed trimming can do as much harm as improperly doing so. This is why it is best to consult a lawn care professional before considering to maintain your curbside greenery. Another thing a lot of homeowners let slip their minds is the necessity of resurfacing their driveways. As Pennsylvanians, it may be all too familiar to us that eventually (maybe perpetually) our roads need to be redone or resurfaced. Your driveway is no exception. Over time, it is inevitable that asphalt becomes worn. This can be seen by its cracks and potholes, which we all know and love. It may seem when
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Briana Papp And Hannah Plaza Are The 2014 Rotary Club Of Hazleton Scholarship Winners The Rotary Club of Hazleton is proud to announce that Hannah Plaza and Briana Papp, Hazleton Area High School Seniors, have been selected as the recipients of the club’s Annual Scholarship Award. The scholarship awarded to each student will have a total value of four thousand ($4,000.00) to be disbursed $1,000.00 per year for a maximum of four years. “The Hazleton Rotary Club is very happy that this year we are able to offer two scholarships for the very first time.” comments Rotary President John Madden. “The membership looks forward to helping as many area young people as possible with this assistance”. Briana has lived in Sugarloaf her whole life and attended Valley Elementary/Middle School before Hazleton Area High School. She is the daughter of Donna and Stephen Papp and has three sisters; Gabrielle, Julia, a twin-Cassie and a brother, Stephen. Briana Papp She cites community service and volunteering as the things that have inspired her to “be a better person, be a leader, dream big, do the right thing or just be herself”. She is on the Serento Gardens Student Board of Directors, Executive Council of Student Government and Hazleton Area Gifted Program. Brianna volunteers annually for Helping Hands and assists at the library’s Summer Reading Program and is an after school peer tutor. Her favorite community service
venture was volunteering with her twin sister at the Conyngham Valley Historical Society for their senior graduation projects. She is also on the Varsity Cross Country and Track and Field Teams, FBLA, German and National Business Honor Societies and is Treasurer of the National Honor Society. In addition, she is employed as a cashier at Gould’s Supermarket. Following a very active high school career, Briana will study Civil Engineering at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA. “Winning this scholarship is a huge honor to me. This scholarship is not only making it possible for me to pay for my college education, but is also making it possible for me to reach my future goals and dreams. I appreciate it tremendously!” explains Briana. The daughter of Kim and Ryan Plaza, Hannah resides in West Hazleton and has been attending schools in the Hazleton Area School District since kindergarten. Hannah has two sisters, Regan and Isabella and two brothers, Zane and Hannah Plaza Jackson. She is employed at Olympia Sports at the Laurel Mall Hannah is a volunteer for the Hazleton Animal Shelter and participates in the American Cancer Society telethon and Relay for Life. She is also a member of the National Honor Society serving as Vice President, Class of 2014 Executive Council, Key Club, FBLA and 4 year letter
winner and 2013 captain of the Field Hockey Team. She was also elected as one of the Elks’ Students of the Month. “I believe that volunteering can benefit many people on an individual basis and that often, one small act of kindness can brighten someone’s day.” says Hannah. “I love being able to make someone’s day a little better and it makes me want to help even more people. Volunteering makes a tremendous difference, making the world a little better and a little brighter” Hannah will major in Engineering, also at Lehigh University, following her successful High School Career. “The scholarship will greatly assist me throughout my four years of college, I will have two sisters entering college within the next two years and my family’s budget will be strict. Any extra money that can help me pay for books, technology fees, or room and board is truly appreciated.” says Hannah, adding, “It is a tremendous honor to have been chosen to receive this scholarship. I am so proud that all of my hard work throughout high school has allowed me to stand out from the many other excellent individuals in the area.” Briana and Hannah and their families will be special guests of the Hazleton Rotary Club at their weekly meeting on Wednesday, June 18 and both girls will be the meeting’s guest speakers. The Rotary Club of Hazleton’s Annual Scholarship Award is available in the spring to applicants who are seniors in a public or private high school located within the geographic boundaries of the Hazleton Area. “We congratulate Hannah and Briana on all their wonderful achievements and are happy to offer them this fantastic opportunity to further their education”, comments Donna Barna, committee chair. “Their parents, family and school should be very proud of them and their many accomplishments!”
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ADVERTISERS INDEX A J Limo...................................................49 Advanced Computer & Lawn Care...........65 All Care Home Care..................................25 Angela & Adriana Italian Food & Pizza.....41 Atlas Business Systems...............................47 Aunti Liz's Diamonds in the Ruff..............50 Avon.........................................................39 Bafile Family Chiropractic.........................23 Bedrock Gardens, Landscape Supply Co...60 Belly Buzzers Bakery..................................47 Berlin's Greenhouses.................................66 Berwick Hospital.........................................3 Billig-Helmes Insurance............................49 Bill's Produce Market................................47 Blakeslee Animal Hospital.........................50 Bob's Pools, Inc.........................................67 Bonner Auto Parts.....................................54 Boscov's Optical........................................19 Broyans Farms...........................................29 Buckaroos Pizza & Snack Shack................36 Burger Farm Market..................................27 C & D Seafood.........................................36 Cancer Treatment Center At Hazleton......24 Carrato Surgical Associates........................13 Cedar Street Supply...................................66 Choice One Community Credit Union.....58 Christy M. DeMelfi, ESQ.........................58 Chura's Auto Sales....................................55 Comfort Keepers.......................................15 Community Bank NA...............................53 Country Folk..............................................2 Degenhart Chiropractic...............................9 Della Croce Dental...................................14 Demsko Agency........................................46 Diane's Salon............................................45 Dr. Frank Glushefski.................................17 Dryfoos Insurance.....................................43 Eckley Miners Village................................29 Empire Cleaners........................................46 Erich Schlosser Memorials.........................47 Evanko Respiratory...................................12 Fanelli Brother's Trucking Co...............50,53 Freeland Marketplace................................48 Fritzingertown Senior Living.....................16 Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers...........16 General Vending.......................................50 Ghosh Othodontics...................................10 Good Shephard Church............................53 Grand Central.............................................2 Graziano's Restaurant................................38 Griguoli Chiropractic................................14 Guardian Home Care Specialties...............20
Hard Knock Ink........................................34 Harman Funeral Home.............................49 Harth & Sons............................................62 Hazle Drugs..............................................12 Hazle Yellow Cab......................................36 Hazleton Eye Specialists............................21 Hazleton Public Transit...................Calendar Hazleton YMCA/YWCA..........................25 Heights Terrace Pharmacy.........................18 Hometown Farmer's Market.....................47 Hometown Nursing & Rehabilitation.......10 Houck Homes, Inc....................................61 Hunters Gallery.........................................30 Hybrid Wedge Golf Club..........................71 Iron Heritage Festival................................31 Janney Montgomery Scott, LLC-John Beltrami...59 Jim Thorpe Camping Resort.....................35 Jim Thorpe Tourism Agency......................35 Jimmy's Quick Lunch...............................41 John's Church Hill Family Restaurant.......41 K.M. Sency Plumbing & Heating.............63 Kisenwether Auto Body & Towing.......54,56 Koch's Turkey Farm..................................47 Kressley's Candies.....................................47 Lehigh Valley Health Network...............5,11 Luzerne Medical........................................13 Mahoning Valley Orthopedic......................8 Majestic House..........................................44 Make A Wish Foundation.........................50 Mauch Chunk Opera House.....................35 McNelis Home Care.................................20 Merola's Garage........................................56 Miller Auto Body......................................56 Modern Therapeutics................................22 Mountain Top Paving & Seal Coating.......63 Murphy Lumber Company.......................65 Mystic Power Yoga..........................Calendar Naturally Yours.........................................35 Nature's Trail.............................................35 New Life Upholstry & Design...................47 No. 9 Mine & Museum............................30 Northeast Kitchens....................................61 Northeast Occupational Medical Alcohol & Drugs.......15 Och's Farm Market...................................27 Old Jail Museum.......................................35 Origami Owl.............................................39 Pamkakes..................................................39 Paul Stewart Landscaping Co....................64 Pavlick & Boyle Dentistry.........................13 Peace of Mind Yoga...................................13 Penny's Transmission Services....................54 Pet Salon By Dalice.........................Calendar
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