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With the Holiday Season fast approaching, I thought I would encourage all of our readers to shop local, the reasons why and the positive effects it has on our community. The value of shopping local businesses is not simply the alternative they provide to Chain Stores, it’s the locally owned business recycling a much larger amount of their revenue back into the local economy, enriching the entire community; from local workers and suppliers, to banks, accountants, local charities and more. Recently I read a report that was written in the Wall Street Journal titled “Rampant Returns Plague E-Retailers” dated December 22, 2013. The article stated that over 33% of online orders are returned. The biggest reason for online returns is clothing issues. The problem doesn’t exist to any major degree when shopping locally as the buyer can try on the garment before the purchase. Shopping at our local retailer would make better sense since they have only a 5% return rate.
As we approach the upcoming Holiday Season be sure to give our advertisers and all local businesses an opportunity to provide you with excellent service and quality products. Our area will benefit from it, our businesses will benefit from it and you’ll be happy that you were a part of it. On Small Business Saturday, I ask you to please support our local businesses in the Greater Hazleton and surrounding areas. To all of our readers if you have any comments or concerns about any articles in our magazine, please send your thoughts to me at larry@panoramapa.com.
What Are We Thankful For? We’re thankful for.... Our health Our family Our friends Our reader’s Our advertisers With sincere appreciation, the Collum Family extends a very “Happy Thanksgiving” to everyone!
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(Family Features) Looking to take the stress out of your holiday shopping this season? Planning ahead and taking steps to protect yourself and your purchases can relieve a lot of shopping-induced stress, according to Jeff Unterreiner, a senior vice president with Assurant Solutions. "While it's easy to get overwhelmed by holiday shopping, the good news is that it only takes a few basic steps to make the process easier on your pocketbook and your peace of mind," said Unterreiner. Unterreiner offered these tips to help ensure your shopping this Christmas season is hasslefree: Budget planning The easiest way to overspend is to approach your shopping without a budget. Determine ahead of time what you can afford to spend overall, and make sure the gifts on your list fit within your means. A smart strategy: leave yourself a little padding to accommodate potential budgetbusting treasures you discover along the way. Shop early Start your shopping well ahead of Christmas to spare yourself the headache of unending lines and sold out shelves. Doing so can also help you save money. Starting earlier will give you more time to look for sales and promotions. When it comes to larger purchases, be sure you know the return policy and keep an eye on sales even after you buy. If the item is offered for a lower price within a certain timeframe, you may be able to get the difference refunded. Reward programs Take advantage of the many reward cards and incentive programs that let you earn cash back, goods and discounts. The holiday season is a great time to sign up, as many retailers offer bonus programs and extra perks for shoppers. In some cases those rewards can be used immediately to trim your shopping budget or find
something nice for yourself as a reward for being a savvy shopper. Protect purchases Many of the most-wanted gifts this season, like electronics and jewelry, are also the easiest to break or lose. Ensure your gifts keep giving long into the future by protecting your purchases with extended service plans, such as those offered by Assurant Solutions. These plans offer a range of protection from things like mechanical breakdown, accidental damage, loss and theft, as well as services such as tech support. And this protection can last long after the manufacturer's warranty expires. Beat fraud The frenzy of the Christmas season can make you vulnerable to theft. Be sure you're using a debit or credit card that offers protection in the event of unauthorized purchases. If you don't already, now is also an ideal time to pay closer attention to your transaction log so you can quickly address any unfamiliar charges. 3 P's of Smart Shopping Plan A smart shopping plan begins with a budget. Decide what you're willing to spend on all holiday-related items, including travel, decorations and holiday meals. A budget will keep you disciplined and ensure you have enough money to pay your bills come January. • Purchase: Focus your gift giving on what the person will like the most, not on the amount you think you should spend on that person. The best gift might not be the most expensive one; it's truly the thought that counts. • Protect: The most wanted gifts this season - electronics and jewelry - also are the most vulnerable to breakage and theft. Including an extended protection plan will ensure your gift keeps on giving for a long time to come. You can buy one at the checkout or from a third party like Assurant Solutions, which offers plans on Amazon.com.
Schuylkill County’s Largest Standing Tree Display Tree Lot Open Black Friday, Nov. 28 thru Dec. 24 Daily 9am to 8pm Trees Drilled & Baled FREE Tree Accessories Available Handmade/Custom Wreaths & Bows Convenient On-Site Parking Home of Forget Me Not Florist & Gift Shop
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Cold Hands Warm Hearts 10th Anniversary! The 10th annual Cold Hands Warm Hearts collection to benefit United Charities, a member agency of The United Way of Greater Hazleton and vicinities, will begin Mon. Nov. 10th through Friday Dec. 12th. New hats, scarves, gloves, blankets, socks, and coats will be collected at bin sites throughout the area. Started in 2004, this project was started in memory of my dad, Joe Maddon, a local plumber and WWII vet. During the winter months while stationed in Europe he would give away his hats, scarves, gloves, and candy to the children affected by the war. This is my gift to him each year to keep his memory alive! Monetary donations will also be accepted to purchase new coats, and blankets. Checks can be made payable to: Cold Hands Warm Hearts or United Charities c/oCarmine Parlatore c/o Cold Hands Warm Hearts 163 North Church Street 107 Madison Avenue Hazleton, Pa. 18201 West Hazleton, PA 18202 BIN LOCATIONS The Shop 2 (both locations) Boscov's Department Store Queen of Heaven Parish at Our Lady of Grace Church Third Base Luncheonette Eagle Rock Elsen & Co. Jewelers Goulds Supermarket McCann School of Business & Tech. Lackawanna College Hazleton Campus Groceries Plus Pelly Dental Drs. E Polashenski & Yamulla’s Office George Burger & Sons
Holiday Shipping 101 (Family Features) If one of your holiday tasks is shipping gifts to family and friends across the nation, knowing a few tips and tricks will ensure your packages get to them in time for the festivities. • Take advantage of services that make shipping more convenient. For example, the U.S. Postal Service lets you order free Priority Mail shipping supplies from usps.com and delivers them right to your door - from boxes to envelopes and stickers. • Be informed about policies for handling fragile gifts or items that may be hazardous, such as perfume, cologne and other liquids. • Always include a return address. It tells the shipper where to return the package if it can't be delivered. • Pack smart. Pick a strong and sturdy box, cushion contents with packing peanuts, newspaper or bubble wrap, and tape it closed with strong packing tape. • Print postage at home using Click-N-Ship from the U.S. Postal Service at usps.com/clicknship. It not only saves time, but money too • Don't get caught in the holiday rush. Schedule a free package pickup from your home or office. • Stay updated on the status of your package. Use
Priority Mail to receive tracking to monitor your package's progress toward its destination. You also can sign up for text and email alerts through my.usps.com to help you track package delivery. • Check key shipping dates to ensure your package arrives in time for the holiday. The U.S. Postal Service provides these deadlines to help you plan ahead for delivery by December 25: Dec. 2 - International First-Class Mail Dec. 2 - Priority Mail International Dec. 10 - Priority Mail Express International Dec. 15 - Standard Post Dec. 17 - Global Express Guaranteed Dec. 20 - First-Class Mail Dec. 20 - Priority Mail Dec. 23 - Priority Mail Express Note: Priority Mail Express postage refund eligibility is adjusted for shipments mailed December 22-25. For more shipping tips and online tools, visit usps.com.
Time to start thinking about your Christmas List Open Black Friday for a gift as special and unique as they are! Visit Our 2 Convenient Locations 105 E. Broad Street, Hazleton • 570-861-8455 OPEN: M-S 10AM-4PM • SUN 12-4PM • CLOSED TUES.
7-9 E. 11th Street, Hazleton • 570-861-8144 OPEN: WED 11AM-4PM • FRI 12-5PM • SAT 10AM-4PM • SUN 12-4PM
More bin sites will be added throughout the collection. For more information contact, Carmine Parlatore 570-751-3351 or ecp978@ yahoo.com or United Charities 570-4551529 or uckids@ptd.net
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Turkey-Carving Tips: Three Easy Steps
Koch’s Whole Fresh Turkeys.....$2.67 lb. Koch’s Whole Frozen Turkeys...$2.12 lb. Koch’s Turkey Breasts 4-10 lbs......................................$3.54 lb. 10 lb. and up...............................$3.64 lb. Koch’s Fresh Whole Smoked Turkeys.......................$3.99 lb. Smoked Boneless Breast...........$6.29 lb. Koch’s Free Range Turkeys.......$2.79 lb. Koch’s Organic Turkeys............$4.09 lb. NEW! Fresh Original Bronze Turkeys.................$3.49 lb. Also Available: Homemade Bread Filling, Frozen Turkey Dinners,Cranberry Relish, Gravy and so much more!
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(NAPSA)-If you want the turkey you serve to be "gobbled up" this holiday, consider improving the presentation with these simple carving tips:
Step 1 Be sure to use a good, sharp knife. Sharp knives are not only safer, they will help you smoothly cut thin, even slices without shredding the meat. Fortunately, you don't have to be an expert to put a razor-sharp edge on your knife. A sharpener such as Chef'sChoice(r) EdgeSelect(r) 120 can make sharpening easy. The sharpener uses 100 percent diamondcoated disks (2.5 karats' worth of diamonds!) and a polishing stage to create a more durable, arch-shaped edge in seconds. The precision guides eliminate all guesswork and that means predictable, professionally sharp edges every time it's used. For help finding a sharpener that's right for you, call 800-342-3255 or visit www.chefschoice.com. Step 2 After the turkey is cooked, a meat thermometer should read 165° F when inserted in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast. Cool the bird for 15 minutes. Cooling makes the meat firmer and easier to slice. Remove and set aside the turkey legs and the last joint of each wing. Make a long, deep (to the bone) horizontal "base cut" into the breast just above the wing. Step 3 Slice down vertically through the breast until you meet the original base cut. This will release perfect, even slices. Keep your carving knife sharp and follow these easy steps for an elegant, beautifully carved bird that will look as good as it tastes!
Our Family Farm - A Brief History by Duane L. Koch, EVP Koch’s Turkey Farm
Roscoe and Emma Koch had a small family farm in the Lewistown Valley outside of Tamaqua, PA and first started growing turkeys there in 1939. After raising turkeys for his father, Lowell Koch and his wife Elizabeth established Koch’s Turkey Farm in 1953 keeping the traditional values of their Pennsylvania Dutch Heritage for over half a century. The farm is nestled on 60 acres in the beautiful open-sky country of Lewistown Valley, Pennsylvania. The third generation of the Koch family took over operations in the mid 1990’s. In contrast to industry practice, we pioneered growing turkeys using an all vegetarian diet without any usage of antibiotics during the lifecycle of the turkeys. Koch’s Turkeys are delicious because they grow slowly, the way nature intended. The turkeys are given plenty of sunshine, an open pasture to roam, and fed an all-natural vegetarian diet from their own feed mill which utilizes locally grown corn and roasted soy beans. This diet is fortified
with vitamins and minerals which is a natural defense against bacterial organisms. Koch’s Turkey Farm has also been a pioneer in establishing animal welfare standards, being the first turkey producer to be Certified Humane© with over 800,000 turkeys raised annually. Koch’s turkeys meet strict humane guidelines. These guidelines take into account the Royal Society for the prevention of cruelty to animals (RSPCA) practical standards for the proper care and treatment of turkeys. Koch’s Turkey Farm is GAP (Global Animal Partnership) approved and as of 2013 we have achieved STEP 2 status. These high standards for raising turkeys provides Koch’s turkeys with significantly more space than required by normal commercial growing practices. All of these practices guarantee a delicious, all natural turkey that is unsurpassed in quality. Just one taste and you’ll agree! In addition to our All Natural Turkey, we are also proud to offer USDA certified Organic as well as Heirloom Bronze Turkeys that are free ranged. The Heirloom Bronze turkey is a traditional strain of Orlopp Bronze which has great taste, less fat, and superior meat yields.
We also offer premium value added turkey products including nuggets, burgers, smoked items, and much more. Koch’s Turkey Farm is one of very few family owned turkey farms remaining, and we are committed to producing the cleanest, healthiest, and best tasting turkey you can buy. Our high growing standards focused on a pure vegetarian diet and humane practices results in a stress free life for our turkeys, which in turn results in a tender and flavorful turkey, which we invite you to experience. To purchase your Thanksgiving Turkey, visit our tent at 416 Valley Road, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, November 12th – 25th Monday through Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm and Sunday’s 1:00 to 5:00pm. You may also, pick up your turkey while shopping at the Hometown Farmers Market on Wednesday November 12th, 19th & 26th. Pre-orders are required for Hometown Farmers Market pick-up. Please call 570-668-2089 to place your order. Thanksgiving isn’t a Holiday without a Koch’s Turkey on your Holiday table!!
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Sixteenth Annual
(Christ Child Celebration) A Christmas Event for the Community at
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH Enter 210 West Green Street Hazleton, Pennsylvania
December 6 & December 7, 2014 Saturday and Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free Admission to the Event &The Nativity Display The Sound and Light Fontanini Nativity Display will be shown each half-hour beginning at 12:30 pm, with the last show at 4:30 pm. Greet St. Nicholas (Sinterklaas) throughout the day.
CHRISTKINDLFEST: A Hazleton Tradition The sixteenth annual Christkindlfest (Christ Child Celebration) will be held Saturday and Sunday, December 6 and 7, from 12 to 5pm at Christ Lutheran Church, Church & Green Streets in Hazleton, across from City Hall. This event, which ushers in the Advent and Christmas season, is one you will not want to miss. A Christmas Event for the community, the Christkindlfest has become a tradition in the Hazleton Area, and is open to all. The centerpiece of this multi-faceted attraction is the Sound and Light, Fontanini Nativity Display. The birthplace of Christ with its environs is recreated on an eight by twenty foot platform featuring over 100 figures depicting the people, animals and buildings of period Bethlehem. These finely crafted 5" to scale Fontanini figures, imported from Italy, authentically replicate the costumes and the landscapes of the time, bringing the story of Jesus’ birth to life. Enhancing the stationary display is an inspiring program of lighting, music and narration. This 20-minute program tells the Christmas story from the Angels visit to Mary, to the arrival of the Three Wise men. It is presented every half hour during the afternoon. Another attraction at the festival is the Tannenbaum Tea Shop. Tea is served, along with colonial Wassail (a hot punch), and an assortment of tea sandwiches, scones, and spreads. This is the perfect place to take a break and enjoy the tastes of the season. While you are relaxing with a delicious hot drink, you will be entertained by a series of local musicians and artists performing on the center court stage. If your appetite has been whetted by the elegance of the tearoom, you may very well want to visit the Tea Room Gift Shop, where fine china cups and saucers are for sale. There are also homemade tea cozies, aprons and antique
Christmas ornaments. The children will be delighted by a visit from St. Nicholas (Sinterklaas) dressed in an authentic costume from Holland. Each child will receive a treat. This is especially appropriate since December 6th is St. Nicholas Day. Photos may be taken with the saint, so bring your camera. As if this is not enough to tempt you, the Christmas Craft Shop will feature many handmade holiday crafts, including Christmas tree skirts, pillow covers, ornaments, wreaths, pins, jewelry, bird feeders and wooden items. A Silent Auction featuring many unusual Tricky Trays will be held. These two venues will give you a chance to get a head start on your Christmas shopping. Over 5,000 people have enjoyed this festival since its inception fifteen years ago. Rev. Wayne Lupole, pastor of Christ Church, and the entire congregation invite you to experience this Yuletide treat. Admission to the event and the display is free. Parking is available on nearby municipal lots and on the lot adjacent to the church. Visitors should use the 210 West Green Street entrance, which is also ramped for handicap access. Anyone who would like to make special arrangements for a children’s or senior’s group to view the nativity should call the church office at 454-3542 on weekday mornings. Enjoy this wonderful experience for the whole family.
The Tannenbaum Tea Room will serve tea, scones, and other goodies from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Silent Auction for Gift Baskets & Tricky Trays The Craft, Candy and Bake Shops will be open from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. A wide variety of local entertainers. CLC Tea Shop! Purchase fine tea cups and saucers. Parking is available on the church parking lot or at the municipal lots on North Wyoming & Green Streets and S. Laurel & Mine Street - Both within two blocks of the church.
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Holiday Tablescapes: Fresh Finds To Inspire Any Table (Family Features) The holiday home entertaining season is gearing up, which means it's time to take your entertaining dreams and inspirations and make them a reality. As you begin planning for the next time you play host(ess) with the most(est), don't let the creativity stop with the food. Create a holiday tablescape to set the mood and serve as the focal point so you can have the prettiest and most festive holiday party possible. Inspiration can come from the changing seasons, touches of color, unique pieces and chic dinnerware to draw your guests in to an inviting celebration of friends, family and food. Not sure how to tackle your table? Follow these tips from the entertaining experts at CorningWare, Corelle and more to help you turn your table from simple to simply breathtaking. • Throwback tablescapes using family treasures. Use a family heirloom as your starting point to bring a totally custom and retro twist to the table. Not only will it help to choose a color theme, but it will serve as a great conversation starter and ice breaker. Whether it's your grandmother's gorgeous glass vase filled with
seasonal flowers that pop, or a retro tree topper, everyone at the table will notice and enjoy an unexpected piece. • Sweeten the deal. Nothing adds color and fun to a table like sweet treats. Find uniquely shaped bowls and glasses and fill them to the brim with your favorite colorful holiday candy like Candy Corn. Fill an oversized hurricane glass with mini candy canes or chocolates and marshmallows for after dinner s'mores. Get personal and create your own "Friendsgiving" cornucopia filled with treasures your guests will love, like old pictures, ticket stubs or their favorite candies. • Stay chic with the classics. Invest in quality, white dinnerware and serveware to easily transition from holiday entertaining to everyday use. Classic white plates complimented with white baking and serving vessels can serve as a blank canvas to add color and personal touches. Boutique by Corelle is a timeless dinnerware set that resists breaks, chips, scratches and stains providing durability to create the perfect table season after season. And French White CorningWare with its classic fluting makes every
dish you serve look extra smart. • Add seasonal elements. Personalize the table with your favorite seasonal flowers, fruits and vegetables for an organic and fresh look. These elements bring pops of color and texture to amplify your tablescape. For arrangements, look for white lilies, red roses, green button poms and other festive greenery, such as berries, pinecones and sprigs of cedar. Not only will it look beautiful, but it will smell good, too. • Match it up. The best way to create a cohesive look is with full sets of dishes, glassware and silverware. Not only will guests bask in the creative design of your stunning tablescape, but the table will bring everyone together to create new memories - which is what the season is all about. For more ways to make your spread spectacular, visit www.shopworldkitchen.com.
at Country Folk’s Annual SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1st & SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd Open House Hours: Saturday & Sunday 10am to 5pm THE STORE AND OUR DISPLAY HOUSE WILL BE TRANSFORMED INTO A CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND!
An array of Florals, trees, wreaths, garlands and tree ornaments will be on display to inspire your own decorating.
TRYING TO FIND THAT PERFECT GIFT?? Candles • Pottery • Framed Prints • Shelving • Furniture • Rugs • Treen Ware Window Treatments Table Linens and So Much More!
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Give Some Culinary Cheer: Must-Have Holiday Gifts For Foodies (Family Features) From amateurs just sharpening their culinary skills to gourmet gurus with a refined taste for beverage and cuisine, you likely know a few people who enjoy spending time in the kitchen. Use this guide of kitchen must-haves to bring cheer to everyone on your holiday shopping list. The Perfect Pair
Culinary creations are endless when you have the right tools. Simplify the cooking experience with the Fry Pan Duo from Swiss Diamond, a cookware company ranked No. 1 by Consumer Reports. Made exclusively in Switzerland with a safe, family-friendly nonstick coating, the set contains two of the company's best-selling items. Plus, you'll save 22 percent when purchased together. Other sizes are available, starting at $29.95. Find your nearest Swiss Diamond retailer at www. swissdiamond.us. Festive Finds for the Holiday Hostess Celebrate the season with gifts for the great hostesses in your life. Elegantly adorned with holly leaves, bright red berries, raised details and a green rim, the Pfaltzgraff Winterberry collection is perfect for gift giving and entertaining. From a beautiful platter embellished with the season's many joys to a festive teapot ready to bring warmth to any holiday table, the collection has something for everyone on your list. Visit www.macys. com for more details. Brew and Be Merry The Nespresso by KitchenAid combines the performance and design expertise of two iconic brands to deliver an exceptional cup
of coffee. With a sturdy die-cast metal design and heat-up time that's less than 30 seconds, it uses premium Nespresso Grand Cru coffee capsules to quickly brew various cup sizes. Available in Candy Apple Red, Empire Red, Onyx Black and Sugar Pearl Silver with a suggested retail price of $399.99.
Bacon. Mirassou Moscato and a grill pan complement Pork Chops with Apricot and Sage Butter. For these recipes and more, visit www.mirassou.com.
Creative Wine Gifts Get inspired with wine-themed gift ideas that pair delicious wines, recipes and fun accessories. Fancy dessert plates and Mirassou Pinot Noir go great with Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding. Wrap up recipes for Sunset Sliders and Sweet Potato Fries with Mirassou Sunset Red and a grilling set. Mirassou Chardonnay and decorative bakeware pair well with Macaroni & Cheese with Applewood
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the longevity of your artwork and keeps your piece with your family through generations. In my 12 years of experience, I have had the pleasure of framing endless pieces of art and memorabilia. My art background and experience, has allowed me to restore many pieces and frames. I Have seen artwork from all over the world, artist’s artwork (local and otherwise), and treasured artifacts ALWAYS with a wonderful story about how my customers obtained their pieces or created them. I’ve had the honor of creating wonderful showcases for these pieces and I receive instant gratification when my customers see their finished piece the first time. To view some of my completed pieces, stop by my store or simply visit my Facebook and browse. My store is stocked with Larson & Juhl frames. Their newest frames are made from sustainable forest management. I also carry hundreds of mats to choose from. If you are interested in any type of framing or restoration, please contact me to schedule an appointment at 570-459-5580. All estimates are free. Moving forward, my goal is to continue my passion creating the “WOW” piece of your dreams. I consider these investment pieces that my clients will enjoy for the rest of their lives.
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by Kristen Bogash, EMVM Event Coordinator The holiday season is noted as a time for giving. While we give thanks for those in our lives, give gifts to our loved ones and donate to charities, it’s important to also take note of the historical roots of holiday giving right here in the coal region. Because the Eckley museum is a coal mining patch town, one of the best noted examples that is related to Eckley history would be the contributions of Mrs. Sophia Georgianna Coxe, or “The Angel of the Anthracite.” Mrs. Coxe was the wife of the wealthy coal baron and engineer Eckley Brinton Coxe— the man whose family owned about 80,000 acres of coal lands mostly in Luzerne County, the man whose family made most of their wealth from the productivity of their coal operations, and the man who, as a boy, had an entire coal mining village named after him. The Coxe couple had many lasting contributions to the community, including founding Freeland’s Mining and Mechanical Institute— MMI Preparatory School, donating land to create the Freeland Public Park in 1892, and funding the expansion of the Hazleton State Hospital among so many other offerings. Mrs. Coxe, although a woman of the higher class, often used position to improve the welfare of coal miners and their children. For Christmas, Mrs. Coxe was sure to spread cheer to the young, giving each Eckley miner’s child—as well as children in the other patches owned by her family—a toy and a practical item, such as new socks, a hat, or a scarf. Older children were treated to a practical gift such as fabric, from which they can fashion their own clothing, and all children were invited to attend an annual Christmas party. On Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 13 and 14 from 1-4 p.m., the Eckley Miners’ Village As-
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sociates invite the community to join in the museum’s celebration of the Christmas season, keeping in mind Mrs. Sophia Coxe’s o b s e r va t i o n s of the season. Visitors can tour the village and see it Mrs. Eckley B. Coxe, decorated for courtesy of Mining and the holidays. Mechanical Institute (on The interior display in the Eckley Minof the Sharpe House, or mine ers’ Village Visitors’ Cenowner’s home, ter exhibit hall) will be adorned in the elegance of Christmas décor, where cookies, tea and special surprises for guests will be. Children can enjoy the annual Eckley arts and crafts program and a visit from the jolly Father Christmas, as done in years past.. Admission to Eckley Christmas is $7 per person. 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.eckleyminersvillage.com. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission administers Eckley Miners’ Village with active support from the Eckley Miners’ Village Associates. Article Info Source: Eckley Miners’ Village, Trails of History Guide.
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Information provided by the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton If you suffer from severe hip or groin pain that is limiting your daily activities, you may consider having hip replacement surgery to replace the worn parts of your hip joint. Hip replacement surPeter Kozicky, MD gery (sometimes Orthopedic Surgeon called total hip replacement) may be used for people suffering from arthritis, which can cause the hip joints to wear down over time, and as a method of treating certain hip fractures. During the surgery, an orthopedic surgeon uses metal, ceramic or plastic parts to replace the ball of the upper thigh bone and resurface the hip socket in the pelvic bone. About 300,000 people have total hip replacement surgery annually nationwide. The great majority of these patients will return to their daily activities with reduced or no pain after surgery. “Your age, the severity of damage to your hip joint and your overall health all are important factors to consider when determining whether to have surgery,” says orthopedic sur-
geon Peter Kozicky, MD, with Lehigh Valley Health Network. When he meets with patients, Kozicky will first rule out other causes of hip pain, such as spine or tailbone problems. Hip replacement surgery may be for you if you have: • Severe pain which is not eased by medication or treatment. • Limited movement for daily activities. • Desire to return to physical activities you can no longer participate in, such as hiking, golf or swimming. Kozicky typically will first recommend conservative treatments to relieve hip pain, such as changes in activities, mild pain-relief medicine or physical therapy. “If conservative methods don’t work, surgery is a real and effective treatment that helps people regain their quality of life,” he says. If you choose surgery, Kozicky and his colleagues will explain any potential risks and will help you plan both for the procedure and your recovery. For a consultation or appointment at Dr. Kozicky’s office at the Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton, 50 Moisey Drive, Hazleton, call 570-501-6730. To learn more about him, visit LVHN.org/hazleton/Kozicky.
Lehigh Valley Health Network’s newest urgent care center, ExpressCARE, is now open seven days a week in the Hazleton Shopping Center at 564 West Broad Street, Hazleton. Patients are seen on a walk-in basis and an appointment is not required for common illnesses and minor injuries, such as, but not limited to: sprains/strains, cuts/ lacerations, poison ivy/rashes, seasonal allergies, flu symptoms, bronchitis, ear infections, sore throat and fever. Hours for ExpressCARE: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Weekends/holidays ExpressCARE may be reached at 570501-6220, or visit the web site at LVHN. org/hazleton/expresscare.
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some questions pertaining to your health and sleep history, and even provide a take-home sleep screening monitor, and refer you to the medical community. Properly trained dentists can also make custom fit oral appliances that are worn over the teeth during sleep, to prevent the jaw, and tongue, from falling back, keeping the airway open. Local dentist, Dr. Robert Shandrick has spent weeks training in Sleep Dentistry and OSA at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). His office utilizes the Myotonics J-5 TENS myomonitor, and the K7 computer jaw analysis software to ideally position the jaw and to fabricate such a custom physiologically designed oral appliance called Mandibular Advancing Devise (MAD) that assists breathing during sleep. The office also is equipped with Braebon Medibyte por-
How Can Your Dentist Help? OSA can and should be diagnosed by a qualified physician, or specialist in sleep medicine. Many times medical treatment is Continuous Positive Airway Pressure(CPAP), or wearing a mask while sleeping that pushes air through your air passageways…or in some cases, surgery. A dentist trained in OSA, can examine your mouth and throat, ask you
Dr Robert Shandrick (left front of screen) and Dr. Anna Marie Cole (LVI Co- director, Sleep Dentistry, at head of patient) prep patient for an oral appliance (MAD)to treat snoring/sleep apnea, as other training dentists observe.
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How To Keep Weight Off During The Holidays (Family Features) With the holidays in full swing, managing your waist line may have you as frustrated as the lines you encounter while shopping for gifts. Beyond celebratory meals and seasonal snacks aplenty at work and home, the holidays notoriously leave little time for you to focus on managing your weight. However, by following these three tips, you can be on your way to keeping the weight off and head into the new year a healthier you. • Eat Smart. Though the temptations abound, be cautious about portion sizes. When possible use a smaller plate, which will prevent you from over-loading. Before heading out to a party, eat a quick bowl of soup or a salad. Low in calories, these pre-party munchies will take the edge off your hunger and help you moderate your consumption. And speaking
of consumption, be sure to limit alcoholic beverages, which can quickly multiply your caloric intake. • Get Sleep. Lack of sleep can lead to eating more junk food, and it can negatively impact your metabolism, making it harder to properly process what you eat. A comfortable and supportive mattress and pillow can help you sleep soundly, awake refreshed and feel less stressed. Mattress Firm experts warn that older mattresses and pillows have absorbed sweat, dust mites and dander that can aggravate allergies and affect sleep. Replace your mattress every eight years and your pillows every two years for optimum health and support. Also, take a few moments to relax before bed each night, to allow your body time to adjust and settle in for the night. • Stay Active. Though the demands on your
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time are many, seek out ways to keep your body moving, not only to keep muscles toned until you can resume your usual workout schedule, but also to help burn those extra calories. After dinner with the family, take a walk around the neighborhood or through a nearby park. Or, arrange a game of touch football or dodge ball and invite the whole family to play. If you find yourself with random blocks of time, say while the pies are in the oven, grab a few minutes to exercise inside with sit ups or leg lifts or even jogging in place. With a little bit of special attention to taking care of yourself through the holiday months, you can manage your weight and feel great about kicking off 2015 in great shape. For more tips and information from the experts at Mattress Firm, visit www.mattressfirm.com.
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The Laurels Senior Living Community: "Where Our Family Of Residents Come First" November 2014 It Was A Bootiful Night! The “Frightening Festivities” began at 2pm on October 31st with residents transforming into their Halloween costumes. The staff had just as much fun and the residents! Once in disguise, Laurels residents paraded through the halls conjuring up votes for the best dressed. Dinner was comprised of homemade “brew” and a spooky spread complete with devilish desserts, spider cider and scary snacks. After dinner, residents were spell-bound with the hallowing sounds of Mickey Daniels. During the party, the winners of disguise were chosen. It’s a howling good time for all!! “There is magic in the night when pumpkins glow with candlelight.” We hope everyone had a Happy Halloween! Fall is such a beautiful time of the year. The sun still shines brightly, and we have crisp mornings that melt into warm afternoons. Not too hot, nor to cold; perfect to hang out on our back patio with friends and marvel at the beautiful autumn colors painted across the valley below. Stop by and see just how amazing our view is! Laurels Annual Thanksgiving Family Meal Before we know it, Thanksgiving will be upon us and our bellies are already growling just thinking about the slow roasted turkey, sweet mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, homemade pumpkin pie... This year, our annual Family Thanksgiving dinner will be on Sunday, November 9th. Our residents will enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal with a delicious traditional feast. Our family atmosphere will also feature some great activities! We hope all family members can join us. If you have any questions, please call the office at 570-455-7757. Mark your calendars! We are also currently planning our Christmas Family Dinner. Family members will be receiving a holiday letter soon. Giving Thanks by Giving Back We have always stressed that our residents become part of our extended “family”. Therefore, we find it only fitting to reach out to our local community during the upcoming holiday that emphasizes a tradition of family. We will be collecting food and monetary donations for the “Feed A Friend” campaign through WNEPTV Channel 16 and our local Greater Hazleton CEO, People Helping People. We will have a collection bin in our front lobby until Nov. 21st. In addition to our regular visitors and staff, we are asking all family members who are attending our annual Thanksgiving dinner on November 9th to please bring any non-perishable items for our food drive. We are reminded of how fortunate we are to be blessed with wonderful friends and family and how great it is to reach out to
our neighbors and lend a helping hand. Thank you to everyone who is helping other families celebrate the true meaning of Thanksgiving. We appreciate it! Laurels Health Fair We hosted our annual Health Fair / Flu Shot Clinic on Thursday, October 9th. Health and Wellness are very important to our residents and we encourage and promote a healthy lifestyle for them. In addition to flu shots, we provided various health screenings such as blood pressure checks, BMI checks, cholesterol screening, and much more. We also had plenty of giveaways, light refreshments and sold tricky tray chances for beautiful gift baskets and crafts. All the money raised was given to the Greater Hazleton United Way annual drive. A great way to give back to our wonderful community! We would like to thank the following organizations for attending our health fair and for donating the beautiful tricky trays: Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton - Fitness Department, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton, Senior Choice Program, Lehigh Valley Family Medicine-Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton, Pharmacy Department, Lehigh Valley Home Care-Hazleton, APTS, Gunderson Rehab Center, St. Luke Village, Northeast Pharmacy Services, Salvation Army / Ladore Group, and Maylath Valley Health Systems. You helped us make our ‘health day’ a successful one! Veteran’s Day Program Every year, we celebrate the honorable service our troops give to our country. It is amazing to see all these citizens who selflessly give of their
time and talents to help protect our country. We commemorate our residents who have served in the past with a special tribute. On Nov. 11th we will have a Veteran’s Day Program with a representative from Rep. Lou Barletta’s office. During the program, we will serve refreshments while our administrator presents each Laurels Veteran with a certificate of recognition and acknowledges their division of the armed forces and when they served. We will also have a special musical tribute from one of our own residents playing Taps on his harmonica. We cannot begin to express how thankful we are for your bravery and service! Veteran’s Benefits Program Any resident who is a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran may be eligible for Veteran’s Benefits. Our administrators are available to help you obtain the information needed to see if you qualify. The veteran must have served at least 90 days in the service with at least 1 day being during active wartime, and must have received an honorable discharge. There is no monthly limit to be eligible, but there is a limit on total assets. The individual also must show that they do need assistance with their activities of daily living. Many people are not aware that they may be eligible for rent rebates if they live in at The Laurels Senior Living Community. To be eligible, the annual income cannot be more than $15,000; however, when considering this amount you should only count one-half of the Social Security. The maximum rebate amount is $500.00. If you have any questions regarding these benefits and services, please contact our office at 570-455-7757 or email us at info@laurelsseniorliving.com. You can also stop by for a tour of our beautiful facility and enjoy a complimentary lunch. From everyone at the Laurels, Happy Thanksgiving!
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Cancer Treatment Center At Hazleton – Offers Supportive Resources With The American Cancer Society The Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton provides the Greater Hazleton area and all of Luzerne County with the highest quality radiation therapy treatment and is now expanding! The center recently partnered with the American Cancer Society (ACS) with the opening of the ACS Cancer Resource Center. The Resource Center is located inside the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton, 1701 East Broad Street. It is operated by certified ACS staff and trained volunteers available to answer questions and provide guidance to patients and their loved ones on how to access supportive resources and programs offered by the ACS. The launch of the new Resource Center will greatly benefit the residents of Hazleton and surrounding Counties who otherwise might have traveled outside the area for the very same services offered by the ACS Resource Center and the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton. The Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers several advanced treatment options, including external-beam radiation therapy, 3-D conformal therapy and intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), a type of threedimensional radiation therapy in which beams
of varying intensity are aimed at a tumor from different angles. IMRT allows doctors to customize the radiation beams delivered to individual patients, resulting in much better targeting than with conventional radiation. This type of therapy also minimizes radiation exposure to healthy tissue surrounding a tumor. Patients receive a certain number of daily radiation treatments over a period of several weeks. Treatments are outpatient procedures that usually take about 15 minutes each. As part of our advanced radiation therapy offerings the center utilizes image guided radiation therapy (IGRT). This treatment option uses ExacTrac®, an advanced technology that enables tumors to be treated with greater accuracy in a painless, noninvasive outpatient procedure. The ExacTrac® system monitors/adapts to minor patient movements during treatment, ensuring accuracy and precision throughout treatment procedures and minimizes radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissue. The Benefits of ExacTrac IGRT: • Painless and noninvasive • Outpatient procedure • Highly accurate beam targeting and improved precision • Compensates for minor patient movements, ensuring accuracy and protection of nearby healthy tissue • Short treatment delivery Radiation treatments can be beneficial for patients diagnosed with all types of cancer. The most common cancer diagnosis worldwide, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths
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in the United States, while breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in American women. While surgery is a standard treatment for early stage lung and breast cancers, some patients with medically inoperable tumors or those in poor health may necessitate an alternative. For example, lung cancer surgery involves removing all or part of the patient’s affected lung. However, patients in poor general health or suffering from chronic pulmonary disease like emphysema may not be able to undergo surgery. For patients who aren’t surgical candidates, radiation therapy is typically recommended. For men diagnosed with prostate cancer, we offer, in addition to our external radiation therapy services, a procedure called brachytherapy. In this form of treatment, small radioactive seeds are implanted within the prostate gland. Guided by an ultrasound device, our physicians insert the seeds with a needle into the prostate. Patients who undergo brachytherapy are usually allowed to return home on the same day. External Beam Radiation Therapy(EBRT), as well as, Brachytherapy have been shown to provide excellent long-term success rates with minimal side effects while offering an alternative to surgical removal of the prostate gland. The Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton’s caring and experienced staff, which includes board-certified radiation oncologist, Dr. Steve Karp, is committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience in a comfortable setting, close to home.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, please set up your consultation or second opinion appointment by contacting Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton at (570) 459-3460 or visit www.CancerTreatmentCenterHazleton.com. Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers free, off-street parking, as well as resources and support for patients and their families.
American Cancer Society Seeking Volunteer Coordinators For Our Road To Recovery Program The American Cancer Society is seeking a motivated, outgoing individual to fill a Volunteer Coordinator position in Schuylkill and Carbon Counties. Volunteer Coordinators are essential to organize volunteer drivers who will provide transportation assistance to cancer patients to and from appointments. As a coordinator you would be interacting with variety of individuals, which make communication and listening skills pertinent to the success of the coordinator. Strong organizational and time management skills are key to this position. Working knowledge of the Microsoft suite is a plus. The coordinator must have Internet access, email and a cell phone. A short orientation and training session will be provided. Volunteers need to fill out some paperwork and have a clear background check. The hours are flexible and a volunteer coordinator may spend about 3 hours a week, calling drivers, and answering emails for ride requests. They can work from home or go to our Frackville office. If you are interested in being a volunteer, please call Jennifer at 570562-9749 for more information. Road To Recovery is an American Cancer Society program designed to help improve the quality of life and reduce barriers to care for cancer patients undergoing active treatment by transporting them to and from cancerrelated treatment appointments. Volunteer Road to Recovery drivers are also needed. Volunteer drivers need to be at least 18 to 85, have a good driving record, valid PA license, proof of insurance, a clear background check, and attend a short orientation session. If you are interesting in becoming a volunteer driver, please contact Jennifer Washney at 570-5629749 or email jennifer.washney@cancer.org. The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem.
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Do You Suffer From Anxiety? by John Degenhart, DC I’m in full time practice for almost 34 years. If there is one change I’ve seen in society is that there is more dysfunction in families than ever before. In this short article, I’ll focus on one ailment—anxiety. Did someone hurt you emotionally that you couldn’t sleep at night? Are you worried about paying bills or getting a job that you have migraines or ulcers of gastritis? The list can be endless. If it calms some of your anxiety to know that I believe everybody has anxiety. Everybody, but some people learn better coping skills than others. Let me share what I have observed. Anxiety is the result of your body’s inability to cope to a perceived stress. So to help your body to cope, I suggest you have some good habits that will allow your nervous system to be stronger. There are times sedatives and professional counseling are needed, for severe stresses. But my goal is to help you learn some natural ways to empower yourself to cope with this stressful world so your anxiety level is controlled. Here is part of my list: 1. Go for a daily two mile walk on a nature trail. It will relax your mind. 2. Get 7-8 hours of sleep per night. 3. Stop smoking, don’t drink caffeine, and drink limited alcohol. Try just water. 4. Find something that gives you passion, and do it! Maybe travel, hiking, kayaking… 5. Renew your mind by reading inspirational books to overcome the negative daily news. 6. Learn to forgive others and accept them as they are. Don’t be so judgmental. 7. Eat less food. We eat too much in this country, and it strains our internal systems. 8. Pray constantly, have a daily relationship with a great God who will strengthen you. 9. Money, toys, responsibilities will disconnect you. Stay connected to God by serving others. 10. Stay thankful. Look at your blessings, give your worries to God. You may still need Lexapro or Xanax, but maybe less of it. Many of those habits need to be cultivated. You will gradually feel more balanced, more peaceful, more energy, where nothing in life will bother you. Enjoy the journey, become better than you are now!
Eczema by Stephen Schleicher, MD Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a common skin disease that affects approximately one in two hundred people in the United States. In a recent survey, eczema was found to rank among the ten most common skin conditions treated by the dermatologist. The incidence of this disorder is increasing, and it affects over 10 percent of children younger than fourteen years. Eczema first appears in early childhood, often by the age of four months. The face, scalp, neck, and diaper areas are most frequently involved. These sites, especially the cheeks, become red and scaly. Itching is quite severe, and the infant may literally tear apart his or her skin, leading to bleeding sores and secondary infection. In most cases itching actually precedes the appearance of the rash; thus eczema is commonly referred to as “the itch that rashes.” As the child ages, the disorder tends to localize to the back of the neck, behind the elbows and knees, and on the wrists and ankles. The involved sites are dry and thickened, and
demonstrate accentuation of the normal skin creases. In the adult, atopic dermatitis may present with scaling of the hands and feet, and as circular, dry, scaling patches (called nummular eczema) anywhere on the body. In some adults eczema becomes chronic, widespread, and interferes greatly with quality of life. A new medication (called dupilumab) shows promising results as treatment for severe eczema and I among a handful of dermatologists granted access to this medication. Those suffering with eczema and interested in taking part in a paid clinical trial should call my office for further information.
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What Can Physical Therapy Do For You? by Anthony Urillo, MPT Although the useof certain techniques of physical therapy date back to ancient times, the modem profession of physical therapy developed in the twentieth century in the wake of World War I. Groups of "reconstruction aides", as they were called, were trained to work with soldiers returning from the war along with being send to military hospitals in France to begin early rehabilitation with
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Diabetes and Oral Health – One Can Cause and Affect the Other by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and nearly 30 million Americans are affected by this condition all to varying degrees. Did you know that not only are diabetics more inclined to severe gum disease, but this very same severe gum disease may establish the proper oral conditions which will affect one’s blood glucose and greatly contribute to the establishment of diabetes? Several independent studies indicate that diabetics have an elevated risk of oral complications such as gingivitis advancing to periodontitis. This is due to the fact that diabetics are increasingly susceptible to overgrowth of oral bacteria coupled with their lowered bacterial resistance. Your saliva contains varying levels of glucose. Uncontrolled diabetes will allow for increased intraoral glucose which perpetuates the overgrowth of harmful bacteria. This bacteria merges with food particles resulting in a viscous, tenacious biofilm termed plaque which may cause gum disease, halitosis, tooth decay, or, ultimately tooth loss. Gingivitis frequently presents itself in diabetics in the form of reddish, swollen, very inflamed gums which bleed upon brushing, flossing, or even eating. The effects are commonly heightened in diabetics. Home care in the form of diligent brushing, flossing, and rinsing as well as more frequent visits to your dentist are highly recommended in diabetics. With the untreated advancement of gingivitis comes periodontitis which presents as a more severe edematous form of gum disease. Dia-
betics with periodontitis experience intensely red, swollen, and bleeding gums which tend to pull easily from their teeth. The lingering gum infection causes halitosis, drifted and loosening teeth, a constantly –changing bite, pus, and loosened/ill-fitting dentures. Diabetics with periodontitis require even more diligent homecare, frequent deeper cleanings at the dentist and even gum surgery in extreme instances. Thrush or candidiasis is the drastic overgrowth of naturally occurring oral fungus which is uncontrollable in diabetics, particularly those with dentures. Diabetic patients will see sore white and/or red patches on their cheeks, tongue, roof of mouth and gums which become erosive sores. These patients require antifungal medications combined with more frequent denture cleansing/disinfecting and soaking in antifungal solutions. Patients are also advised to use dentures for eating and appearance purposes only to allow for proper, complete healing. Diabetic patients may also experience “burning mouth” which is exactly as it sounds. The burning sensation occurs as a result of uncontrolled blood glucose levels which will lead to not only a burning sensation but also bitter taste and dry mouth all of which worsens throughout the day. I would advise these patients to consult their physician who in turn may modify their diabetic medications. As blood glucose levels return to normal, the oral burning will gradually dissipate. Dry mouth or Xerostomia is yet another common malady associated with diabetes. Due to the lack of saliva, an increased incidence of
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gum disease and tooth decay will result. This dry mouth will be either intermittent or persistent depending upon its severity. Persistent Xerostomia will eventually lead to generalized pain in the mouth as well as a dry, rough tongue, cracked lips, mouth sores and oral infections all of which cause difficulty in eating, chewing, swallowing, or even speaking. Xerostomia may be readily treated with an “oral-moistening” prescription by your dentist coupled with a fluoride mouth rinse to prevent tooth decay. Increased water intake will aid in keeping the mouth moist as will using sugarless candy such as mints or gum which will stimulate salivary flow. Diabetics should also use a humidifier in their home to maintain an adequate moisture level. Typically, avoidance of salty and spicy foods as well as caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol is strongly advised due to the fragile nature of the diabetic oral cavity. Your dentist could very well be your diagnostician of and frontline of oral prevention against diabetes. Often times, diabetes can very well be first detected by your dentist should any of those oral signs and symptoms listed in this article be detected. If you or anyone you know exhibit any of these signs or symptoms, I invite you to contact my office at 570-443-9892 as early detection and treatment coupled with routinely scheduled appointments will greatly reduce your risk of diabetes-related oral issues and concerns. Please visit our informative website at www. toothdocpa.com.
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Yoga Is For Any Body— Especially At Mystic Power Yoga provided by Mystic Power Yoga Sunday, November 23rd from 9:30 to 11:30 am Michele Fisher, Mystic Power Yoga Studio Owner and 500 Hour Certified Baptiste Yoga Instructor will teach a special Adaptation/Modifications Workshop. This is THE perfect workshop for a raw beginner and/or anyone who has a common, pre-determined, notion that they "cannot do yoga". In this workshop you will gain an understanding of the yoga principles, modifications, and the use of yoga props. Regardless of flexibility level, limitations, or injuries this workshop is for you. You will have the unique opportunity to learn the basics of body alignment and safety of poses, which, cannot be thoroughly reviewed in a typical class. All levels of experience are welcome and will benefit from this workshop whether a long time yoga practitioner or the raw beginner. The promise of our workshop includes: the decrease of strain or injury, an increase of body awareness; you will enjoy yoga and realize any body type can safely enjoy this practice, you will gain confidence and you will feel great in any posture. The investment in yourself for this workshop is $25. Bring a friend & save $5 off the workshop price for both of you! Unlimited Class Package Mystic Members pay ONLY $10! Other special events happening in the month of November at Mystic include on
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Sunday November 2nd from 930 to 1130 am our special guest, Leanne Phillips, will present an interactive program entitled "Rejuvenate - an Aroma Touch Class". This program is open to anyone in the community, yoga student or not. You will learn an amazingly wonderful technique for balancing and bring into harmony, your body and spirit. In this hands on class we recommend you bring a spouse or friend to partner up with, while you learn how to apply pure specific essential oils in a layering fashion with gentle hand moves. This is a wonderfully relaxing experience that helps resolve stress, improve relationships, and health conditions. This 2 hour long session is just $15 per person and space is limited, so contact the studio or signup online today. And then finally on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27th, we will be hosting our annual "Yoga to End Hunger" class. 100% of the proceeds and donations will benefit CEO, the Commission on Economic Opportunity and their Northeast Regional Weinberg Food Bank. This all-levels Baptiste Power Vinyasa Flow Benefit Class will feature music and will take place from 8 to 9:30 am. This special class is a $5 donation as well as a canned food item. 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.
Gino’s Shoe Store Targets In On Foot Pain! Gino’s Shoe Store is a professional fitting center, specializing in children, youth, and adult shoes in addition to orthopedic work and doctor prescriptions. They have been in business for 58 years selling a large selection of name brand, orthopedic and diabetic shoes. Gino’s has a shoe repair facility on premises specializing in orthopedic work such as orthotics, build-ups for shorter legs, wedges, arch support systems, soles and heels,leather repairs, and miscellaneous items. Gino’s primary emphasis is proper fitting and orthopedics. An improper fit may cause multiple problems such as Bunions, Corns, Deviated Hallux, Morton’s Neuroma, Hammertoes, Ingrown toenails, Calluses, and Tendonitis. Improper fitting shoes redistribute body weight and change how a person walks. This often leads to muscle and ligament problems of the lower legs and eventually to serious foot deformities. With each step we take, our feet cushion a force up to three times our total body weight. Our feet make us mobile and are the most neglected parts of the body. Significant foot pain requires immediate treatment. A well-known foot pain is Plantar Fascitis and Achilles Tendonitis. Other causes of heel pain are prolonged standing, obesity, previous injury, and highenergy exercises such as running or walking. Symptoms of plantar fascitis and heel cushion pain include tingling or numbness of the bottom of the feet, tight and painful arch ligaments, and heel core swelling. For a free foot consultation in regards to pain or fitting call Gino’s at 570-474-6051.
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Innovative Treatment For Shoulder Pain And Tightness by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers The shoulder is a very complex part of the body and getting it treated effectively is difficult. In a recent study, only 50% of people with new onset of pain had full recovery in 6 months and 60% in 1 year. This may not be very encouraging for people with shoulder pain but utilizing expert and innovative treatment techniques may help improve your
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tendinitis, bursitis and arthritis. Left alone or poorly managed, this can turn into a muscle/ tendon tear which requires surgery to fix. Common treatments for shoulder pain include injections which helps with the inflammation and often the pain. However this does not address the underlying problem that caused the pain which in most cases is due to soft tissue tightness, muscle weakness or poor muscle coordination. Another factor not often addressed is the spine. In my experience, many people with shoulder pain also have tightness in the neck and middle back. Many of these spinal muscles also attach to the shoulder complex causing problems there. To treat the shoulder effectively, you have to go beyond exercising the rotator cuff muscles. One major issue that has been thought to cause many of the body’s pain is tightness in the soft tissue, fascia and trigger points. With the shoulder, unless the soft tissue is loose, stress will be placed on the rotator cuff causing irritation, pain and eventually injury. Once the soft tissue is loose, then you can work on the muscle weakness and imbalance. You also need to look at the body as a whole which may the reason many people do not fully recover. Recent developments in physical therapy has allowed us to use innovative treatments such as Myofasical Decompression, utilizing therapeutic cupping to loosen soft tissue tightness and allow better movement. This combined with our hands on approach with exercises, may be the added advantage people need to get rid of shoulder pain. With this new treatment technique, one of our team was able to restore full ROM in his shoulder which was stiff for over 5 years after a dislocation. For more information visit our website www.hazletonpt.com or catch our WYLN TV show “Wellness Through Physical Therapy” nightly. To schedule an appointment to see if we can help you, call us at 570-5011808.
Diabetic? – Get Your Eyes Checked by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD Over 23 million people in the United States are living with diabetes, though some of them may not even know it. Diabetes Mellitus is a disease of increased blood sugar and affects many organs of the body, including the eyes. This is why it is the leading cause of blindness in adults between 20 and 74 years of age. Some ocular complications of diabetes can be temporary, like fluctuating vision. High blood glucose may cause the lens of the eye to swell. This in turn causes a decrease in vision. Getting a new pair of glasses prescription may not be the right choice. The best solution is to get your blood sugar back into a healthy range, which will help stabilize your vision. Other diabetic complications are more serious. People with diabetes have a 40% higher risk of developing glaucoma. This risk increases the longer someone is diabetic and the older they are. If glaucoma isn’t diagnosed early enough or treated properly, it can result in permanent vision loss. Cataracts are another common compli-
cation of diabetes. Although cataracts are a very common age related condition; diabetics are 60% more likely to develop them. Those with diabetes also tend to get cataracts at a younger age and with a faster progression rate. Cataracts hinder the eye’s ability to focus light, resulting in blurriness and glare. The only treatment available is surgical removal. Retinopathy is one of the biggest concerns with diabetes. The longer you have diabetes, the greater your risk of developing this sight threatening complication. Adults with type 1 diabetes rarely show signs of retinopathy before 5 years time. On the contrary, people with type 2 diabetes often have eye problems at the time of their diagnosis. Non-proliferative retinopathy or background retinopathy is the most common form. In this condition the blood vessels of the retina are weakened and cause microaneurysms. This can lead to bleeding in the retina and swelling in the macula. If the
macula swells, the vision will be disrupted, and need to be treated. Proliferative diabetic retinopathy is much more severe. At this stage, the retina is not getting the oxygen that it needs. So, new blood vessels start to grow to fix the problem. Unfortunately, these blood vessels are frail and tend to bleed easily. This can cause vision loss and scar tissue to form. The scar tissue can then lead to a retinal detachment. When dealing with diabetes, it is important to maintain regular check-ups with your primary care doctor and your eye doctor. In between visits, be aware of signs that there might be something wrong with your eyesflashes of light, black spots, blurred vision, or trouble with your central vision. Yearly, comprehensive dilated ocular examinations can assure healthy vision throughout your lifetime. Technology has made it easier today to diagnose, treat and most importantly prevent vision loss from diabetes.
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November Events At Peace Of Mind Yoga provided by Peace Of Mind Yoga The fight against Breast Cancer continues at Peace of Mind Yoga Studio. Join us for a very special donation based class in memory of Kimberly Sidari. All proceeds go to the Susan G. Koman Foundation, a cause very near to Kimmy's heart. Fundraising "Peace for Pink" shirts will be available at the event and refreshments after class to celebrate her fight and the fight of more than 230,000 women this year alone. Make a difference, donate, bring a friend, spread the word.... Susan G. Koman helps over 50,000 families affected by cancer each year. We stand with them in this fight until pink ribbons are ONLY for pigtails
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can help people cope with stress and can even have a beneficial effect on heart rate. This action is easy to do yet its benefits have been scientifically proven. In tests, people who tried it each night for just one week were happier and less depressed one month, three months and six months later. The most effective strategy for increasing your level of gratitude is to keep a Daily Gratitude Journal. Set aside time daily to record several things that you are grateful for. (Typically, people list three to five.) You can write when you get up or at the end of the day. Pick a time that you will consistently have available. You can use a book like the Journal of Gratitude or write on loose-leaf paper or a notebook. The important thing is to establish the daily practice of paying attention to gratitude-inspiring events and to write them down. The act of writing allows you to see the meaning of events going on around you and create meaning in your own life.
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There’s No Place Like Home by Melanie Furlong, Lutheran Home Care & Hospice The holidays are soon upon us with opportunities to spend time with family, parents or grandparents we haven’t seen for quite some time. For some, dad may seem different. Perhaps vigor or vitality is diminished. Maybe cognition or memory is not what it used to be. These visits may prompt a difficult conversation with siblings. You may be asking each other, “What are we going to do?” Know that you’re not alone and you have options. A recent AARP study states that 95% of seniors over the age of 75 prefer to remain at home after retirement for as long as possible, preferable for life. Home Care is an option to consider to keep your loved one at home where he wants to be. There are three basic types of home care: home health care, in-home support services or “private duty”, and hospice. Home health care can include any combination of nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, personal care and medical social services. Most people think of home health care for after surgery or illness but it can be very helpful in managing chronic illness and preventing unwanted emergency room visits and hospital stays. This kind of care requires a doctor’s order but anyone can contact us to start care and we can do an in home assessment at no charge then contact the doctor for the order. It is covered by health insurance, including Medicare. The goal of home health care is to get you back to your life again, to regain your independence, and keep you in your home where you want to be. In-home support is another type of home care and is not medical in nature. These services may include help with dressing and bathing, meal preparation, housekeeping and laundry, transportation, companionship and more. The goal of in-home support is independence – to help you stay at home, safely, for as long as possible. Also, with this kind of care, families can enjoy peace of mind knowing that they have dependable help for their loved ones. Hospice is a team of skilled professionals and volunteers dedicated to caring for those living with a terminal illness, and their families. Hospice strives to manage pain and symptoms so the client can concentrate on important issues, to live the last months, weeks and days to the fullest, and to die in peace and with dignity. Hospice isn’t just for
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The Haven On 437 When Lehigh Ann Ripp purchased the former Sitko’s Restaurant in White Haven, she brought with her a strong sense of family. Coming from a family of cooks, it’s that spirit she brings to her dream, of owning her own restaurant. The recipes at the restaurant come from her Great Grand Mother Mamie. Growing up in Central Pennsylvania many of her family’s recipes feature many PA Dutch staples such as Pot Pie, Roast, Meatloaf and many delicious deserts. Lehigh Ann is proud that long time Sitko’s employees Irene and Joanie have decide to stay with her and welcome the many generations of customers that have enjoyed dining in the scenic White Haven area. In addition to new menu items, she has kept many of the long time favorites. The Haven features a full breakfast menu, Daily specials for lunch and dinner and of course the Famous Broaster Chicken. There a full service bar on premise, with six beers, including seasonal brews on tap. The Haven also has a full service banquet hall that can cater up 125 people, perfect for any event small or large. If you are looking for a relaxing night out, or need a place to hold that special event, Le-
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Just In Time For The Holidays The Greater Hazleton Concert Series is pleased to present The Hollywood Concert Orchestra offering its very popular Viennese Christmas Concert on December 2nd. The Hollywood Concert Orchestra, an ensemble of America's finest musicians, has become one of the premier ensembles in the world. A Viennese Christmas will treat Hazleton Area families to an evening of new and traditional holiday music Tuesday, December 2nd at 7:30 PM on stage in the Hazleton High School Auditorium located at 1601 West 23rd Street. The Hollywood Concert Orchestra was founded in 1999 by John R. Giattino and Judith M. Giattino. Both John and Judith have been producing concerts since that time, and have produced tours for the Hollywood Concert Orchestra across the United States and abroad. Throughout his many years as a producer, John Giattino has been associated with such great artists as Mantovani, Percy Faith, Henry Mancini, Arthur Fiedler and many other 'greats' in the pop orchestra genre. For many years, Mr. Giattino was a general musical contractor for Columbia Artists. He also provided touring orchestras for such artists as Rosemary Clooney, Boots Randolph, Chet Atkins, Floyd Cramer, Robert Goulet, Mitzi Gaynor, Carol Lawrence, and Frank Gorshin. The Hollywood Concert Orchestra is best known for its special musical arrangements of both current and classic movie themes. As a touring orchestra, The Hollywood Concert Orchestra sets up goals to explore various artistic
horizons not only in the United States, but abroad, as well. During the last decade the orchestra has performed at numerous festivals and concert halls across the United States and abroad. A "Viennese Christmas" program has been touring for 18 years. The concept of the "Viennese Christmas" program was conceived in late 1990s as a tribute to the annual Gala performed in Vienna each New Years Eve. This program is a great combination of the famous Holiday tunes and the Viennese music that we all love. Apparently, thousands of people that have attended the program over the years approved of the concept, as the group has returned more than once to each concert hall throughout the years, and in some cases several times. The Hollywood Concert Orchestra programs have been heard in over 200 cities since its inception. The concert features many familiar holiday tunes as well as some of Vienna’s beloved waltzes. The program begins with the overture to Strauss’ traditional Christmas / New Year operetta Die Fledermaus. It speaks to the essence of the 19th century Vienna: flowing champagne, naughty lyrics, waltzes and romance. Its bubbly overture is a welcome work on any holiday program. The orchestra will offer other favorite melodies by Johann Strauss, Sigmund Romberg, and Victor Herbert.
The concert will also feature The Hollywood Concert Orchestra Soloists. Their distinctive voices are heard as soloists and in ensembles within instrumental settings. They combine to enhance the reverence and excitement of the season. The Concert vocal ensemble will offer medleys of holiday favorites in “A Carol Fest,” “Yuletide Favorites,” and “A Holiday Festival.” The Greater Hazleton Concert Series provides outstanding entertainment in a convenient venue, at a price that can’t be beat. All concerts begin at 7:30 PM at the Hazleton High School Auditorium located at 1601 West 23rd Street in Hazleton. This comfortable venue offers abundant, free, lighted parking, and easy access. For reservations or concert information, call Amelia at 788-4864, or Joan at 455-0990. Find more information on all our concerts on The Greater Hazleton Concert Series' web site at http://www.hazletonconcertseries.org/ or visit our Facebook page. An exciting video preview of A Viennese Christmas can be seen at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dO4e043TJM#t=57.
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by Carl Simchena Many polka fans in Northeastern Pennsylvania have been entertained by Jan Cyman. He performed with some great bands including The Dynatones, The New Brass, The MuJan Cyman sicalaires, and, most recently, Tony Blazonczyk's New Phaze. In his youth, Jan Cyman was not only an avid boy scout in his home-town of Buffalo, New York, but he was also a fine trumpet player at his high school. Early on in Jan's life, a couple of good friends, Larry Trojak and Whitey Ryniec, wanted to start a polka band, but Cyman had no idea as to what polka music really was. Accordingly, Larry and Whitey took him to see some of the polka bands in the area so he could get a feel for this style of music. Shortly after, these three musicians started what was to become known as the Dynatones. After eight years with this band, Cyman was offered a spot with the with the very popular New Brass. With the love and support of his wife Judy and son Jeffrey, they packed up and moved to Massachusetts. In 1976, Cyman decided to start his own band and founded the Musicalaires. He, now with the additions of his two daughters, Tracy and Christie, traveled across the country, bringing with him his passion for polka music. He made many friends along the way and they helped to further develop his love for the genre. After the death of his father Vincent in 1987, Cyman and his family moved to Florida where he continued to play, promote and produce polka music, including his own internet radio show. In addition to his other achievements, Jan has the distinction of being the first president of the Polka Boosters Club of Buffalo, New York. He also did charity work for many organizations and associations including the Felician nuns. Jan was well known to polka fans everywhere and was admired for his vocal ability and musicianship. His final musical performance was with a group called The B-Sharps. He passed away in 2012, leaving behind his wife, Judy, daughters Tracy, Chrissie, son Jeffrey, and five grandchildren, Ricky Lynn,
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Zachary, Chrissy, Parker, and A.J. In 2013, The International Polka Association wanted to recognize Jan's many contributions to polka music, so they inducted him into the IPA Polka Music Hall of Fame. Here is a reminder that on Sunday afternoon, November 9, The Polskie Swingmasters will be playing at Pine View Acres in Pottsville, PA. The band will start at 2:00 pm. The dance is sponsored by the Coal Crackers Polka Association. Stop by and join the party. In closing, be sure to tune into my radio broadcast "The Polka Connection", Sundays from 10:30 am until 1:00 pm on Hazleton's Hometown Country, 1490 AM and 94.5 FM, WAZL. You can also listen on line by going to wazlam.com. Finally, I would like to wish all of our readers a very Happy Thanksgiving.
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This is the fourth recording by this talented band. The selections represent a variety of styles of music. Some of my favorite tunes off of this CD include "Lush Medley", a tribute to the great Marion Lush, "On Our Wedding Day Polka", a nice vocal by Dawn Rosinski and Eddie Siwiec, "Pojedziemy Na Low", "Roseann Polka", a song originally recorded by Eddie Blazonczyk, and "Gold Digger Polka", an original Ampol Aires tune. This is a great CD to add to your collection. To order, call Darrell Welton at 989-658-8289 or 989-551-8279. You can also e-mail Darrell at dweltin@ newbrassexpress.com
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Pecan Rolls Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon maple syrup 2/3 cup chopped pecans (divided) 1 package (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent sheet 1/2 cup Musselman's Apple Butter 1/4 cup raisins (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. In small sauce pan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar and maple syrup. Stir until melted and pour into baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with 1/3 cup pecans. On cutting board, unroll tube of crescent dough into a rectangle (seal seams and perforations). Spread apple butter evenly over dough surface and sprinkle with additional pecans and optional raisins. Starting on long edge of dough, roll tightly, jelly roll fashion. With serrated knife, cut roll into 16 equal slices. Place each slice cut side down on the glaze in the baking dish. Bake 18 to 20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and immediately invert onto serving platter. Allow to cool five to 10 minutes before serving. Serves 8 Shredded Apple Pork Ingredients: 1 cup Musselman's Apple Butter 1/4 cup Musselman's Apple Cider Vinegar 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 2 medium apples, cored and chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 6 boneless pork chops Directions: In small bowl, whisk together apple butter, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Place chopped apples and onions in slow cooker. Add pork chops and pour apple butter mixture over top. Cook on low for five to six hours covered. Shred pork with two forks in cooker, and let meat marinate on low in sauce for 20 minutes uncovered. Serve warm over rice or mashed potatoes. Serves 6
Peanut Oil Crisps Your Deep-Fried Turkey (NAPSA)-For the perfect juicy turkey this holiday or for your next tailgating party, cook a flavorful, deep-fried turkey in 100 percent peanut oil in half the time. Roasting a turkey can take many hours, making it hard to get a crispy skin without drying out the meat. Deep-frying a turkey in 100 percent peanut oil produces a delicious, tender and juicy bird with crispy skin in much less time and frees up oven space. Peanut oil has a delicious nutty flavor and because of its high smoke point, foods are cooked quickly at a high temperature and absorb less of the fat and calories from the oil. A 4-ounce serving of roasted turkey has 244 calories and 12 grams of fat while a 4-ounce serving of turkey deep-fried in peanut oil comes in at 255 calories and under 14 grams of fat, a very subtle difference. Peanut oil also doesn't absorb any of the flavors from foods fried in it and can be reused three to four times before it needs to be replaced. Just let the oil cool completely after use, strain it, and store in a cool place. Or, dish up some mouthwatering sides that can be prepared in the same oil as you fry your turkey, such as hush puppies, fried okra, sweet potato fries, and veggie chips. As a bonus, peanut oil is very healthy. It is high in good mono_unsaturated fat. Major studies show peanut oil reduces the risks of heart disease. And, according to the FDA, refined peanut oil is allergen-free. So try one of America's hottest growing trends, deep-fried turkey. It's the only way to go! Crispy and Juicy Deep-Fried Turkey Ingredients: 1 whole turkey 1 tablespoon of salt 1 teaspoon of black pepper 1 teaspoon of garlic powder 2 tablespoons of your favorite dry rub 3 to 4 gallons of 100 percent peanut oil (enough to cover the turkey) Directions: Wash bird inside and out and allow it to drain. Rub turkey with the salt, pepper, garlic and dry rub. Allow turkey to sit at room temperature for 1 hour or until completely thawed and dry. Preheat peanut oil in an outdoor or countertop turkey fryer to 350˚ F. Make sure there is no moisture on the skin and carefully lower turkey into hot oil either in a fryer basket or using a sturdy tool inserted into the chest cavity. Submerge the turkey completely.
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Calendar Of Events November 2014 November 2 Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West Spruce Street in Hazleton (corner of James & Spruce) invites you to a “Free Lunch” on Sunday, November 2 from 12 to 2pm or until food runs out. Open to the public… eat in only, please. We also welcome you to attend our worship service every Sunday at 10:45am, adult Sunday School at 10am. Every Wednesday we offer Prayer at 6pm, Bible Study at 7pm. For more information call 570-436-2061.
at the Eurana Park Pavilion in Weatherly. This G Scale train layout is approx. 24' x 40' in length and is the perfect type for garden railroads. Come out and see this rare event! For more information, call John Simkovich at 570-401-5948.
November 9 Chinese Auction, Sunday, November 9 at St. Michael’s Hall, 300 West Oak Street in Shenandoah. Doors open at 12 noon. Auction begins at 1:30pm. Admission $3.00. Light Lunch Available. Special Raffle - Bring non-perishable food or paper products to get November 8 a chance for a special raffle – one chance per AFSCME Retirees Sub-Chapter 8701 will non-expired item. For more information, meet on Thursday, November 8 at Tom's call 570-462-0809. Country Kitchen in Conyngham noon for lunch and meeting at 1pm. Christmas All You Can Eat Breakfast, Sunday, Novemluncheon at PTPA on December 7 to see ber 9 from 7am to 12pm at Silver Ridge "WHITE CHRISTMAS" will be discussed. Hunting Club, 2200 E. Main Street in New members are welcome. Weatherly. Menu includes: Eggs (any style), Ham, Sausage, Bacon, Homefries, Pancakes, Harvest Fest, Saturday, November 8 from Creamed Chip Beef, Toast, Coffee, Tea, Or11am to 3pm at Immanuel Christian ange and Tomato Juice. Adults-$8.00, Ages School, 725 N. Locust Street in Hazleton. 6-12- $3.00, 6 & under-Free. For more inThis year's theme: Carnival. Bring the fam- formation, call 570-427-4910. Breakfasts ily! Games, Food, Prizes, Petting Zoo and so are held the second Sunday of each month. much more!! November 14 November 8 & 9 Jim Thorpe Customer Appreciation Day, The Pocono Mountain Garden Railroad Friday, November 14. A sale is the perfect Society will display their modular layout on way to thank our customers for shopping & Saturday, November 8 from 10am to 6pm dining in Jim Thorpe, PA! Select shops and and Sunday, November 9 from noon to 4pm eateries are offering 10% - 20% off. Some
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Thanksgiving Day Dinner” on Thursday, November 27 from 12 to 3pm or until food runs out. Eat-In (limited seating available.. walk-in), Take-Out (preferred...walk-in), and Delivery (for home bound people only.. please call 570-436-2061 for your meal to be delivered). We also welcome you to attend our worship service every Sunday at November 16 10:45am, adult Sunday School at 10am. 3rd Annual Fall Into The Holidays Craft & Every Wednesday we offer Prayer at 6pm, Vendor Show & Breakfast, Sunday, Novem- Bible Study at 7pm. For more information ber 16 from 9am to 3pm at Sugarloaf Volun- call 570-436-2061. teer Fire Company, 97 W. County Road in Sugarloaf. Many area crafters and vendors, November 29 & 30 basket raffles and a crafter/vendor scavenger Good Shepherd Church, 87 S. Hunter Hwy. hunt. Event is free and open to the public. (Route 309) in Drums, will be hosting the There is a fee for the breakfast. For more in- Magic of Christmas Festival of Trees and formation, call 570-788-4969. Craft Show on Saturday, November 29, from Noon to 8pm and Sunday, November November 23 30, from 11am to 6pm. There will be a disThe annual Great Day of Singing service will play of decorated trees, a variety of shops, a be held at First United Methodist Church, live nativity by our Faith Formation Chil25 S. Balliet Street in Frackville at 9am on dren, Santa and his elves, and much more. Sunday, November 23. Special music will be Chances to win any of the trees will be availpresented by our choirs and the Praise Band, able for purchase. Admission is free. For with opportunities to sing your favorite more information, call 570-788-3141. hymns! All are invited. To list your Community Event in our November 27 Calendar, please email the event Free Thanksgiving Day Dinner, Thursday, to: editorial@panoramapa.com November 27 at Holy Apostles’ Episcopal Parish Hall, 307 E. Hancock Street in St. Clair. Eat In, Take Out or Delivery Delivery begins at 11am, Take Outs begin at 12pm, Eat–In begins at 1:00 p.m.available. Please RSVP by November 20th by calling 570429-2272 or 570-429-7107.
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1/2 medium yellow onion, minced 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese 2 tablespoons olive oil Directions: Heat oven to 400 degrees F and arrange a rack in the middle. Combine broth, rice, squash, puree, and onion in a 3-quart baking dish, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and stir to evenly combine. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake, stirring occasionally, until most the water has been absorbed and rice granules are puffed, about 35 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven, stir in remaining ingredients, season to taste and serve. Makes 4 servings
In the Kitchen
with Joan Barbush
The last leaf has fallen from the tree, the winter chill has settled in, and the holidays are only a heartbeat way. Of all the holidays we celebrate, I think I like Thanksgiving the best. I like the humility of it and the way it makes us stop what we are doing for the briefness of the day to give thanks for all we have been given. I love the meal we prepare, the old favorite recipes handed down from generation to generation and the new recipes that are added each year. At this time, I most appreciate the inspiration of our ancestors who created this day for giving thanks for the harvest, for the good of the earth and the people who work it. So, this Thanksgiving, when you sit down to feast, think about the ancient tradition that is still kept alive today through the sharing of food, family, friends and love. Happy Thanksgiving Blessings from my family to yours! careful not to burn the garlic). Stir in chicken stock, coconut milk, and pumpkin; bring to a boil. Cook until pumpkin softens. In a blender, blend the soup in batches to a smooth or slightly chunky consistency, whatever you prefer. Serve with basil leaves. Makes 4 servings
Thai Pumpkin Soup Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon butter 1 clove garlic, chopped 4 shallots, chopped 2 small fresh red chili peppers, chopped 1 tablespoon chopped lemon grass 2 1/8 cups chicken stock 4 cups peeled and diced pumpkin 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk 1 bunch fresh basil leaves Directions: In a medium saucepan, heat oil and butter over low heat. Cook garlic, shallots, chilies, and lemongrass in oil until fragrant (be
Pumpkin Fritters (pictured on the left)
Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin puree 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 teaspoon salt 4 cups vegetable oil for frying Directions: In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin, egg, flour, baking powder, curry powder, and salt. Mix until smooth. Heat oil in a deep saucepan to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Drop batter by spoonfuls into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, and serve immediately. Makes 24 fritters
Pumpkin Cookie Cups Cookie Cups Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour Creamy Baked Pumpkin Risotto 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional) 5 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups arborio rice 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 cups pumpkin or butternut squash, 1 cup sugar small dice 1 egg 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree 2 Tablespoons milk (not pumpkin pie filling) Pumpkin Filling Ingredients:
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3 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup pumpkin puree 3 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger pinch ground cloves Optional decoration: ground cinnamon or chopped nuts Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly grease mini-muffin pan(s). Sift together the flour, baking powder, nutmeg (optional) and salt in a medium bowl. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until creamy. Add egg and milk and mix until combined. With mixer running on low, slowly add the flour mixture. Mix until dough comes together. Roll dough into 1 Tablespoon-size balls and place a ball into each cup of muffin tin. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, just until edges start to turn a golden-brown. Remove from oven and let sit 1 minute. Using the back of a rounded teaspoon measure, press a well into each cookie. Let cookies cool in pan for 5 minutes before removing to cooling rack. It helps to give the cookies a little twist as you lift them out. Cool completely. To make the filling, mix the cream cheese and 1 cup of the confectioners' sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Slowly add the pumpkin and mix until smooth. Continue mixing while adding the remaining confectioners' sugar. Mix in the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves. Spoon or decoratively pipe the pumpkin mixture into each cookie cup. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon or chopped nuts for decoration if desired. Makes approx. 32 cookies
wrapper. Moisten edges of dough with water; bring 2 opposite sides together to form a triangle, pinching edges to seal. Place ravioli into a large saucepan of boiling water with 1 teaspoon salt; cook 7 minutes, and drain in a colander. To make sauce: Place butter, sage and broth in pan; bring to a simmer. Add ravioli, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. Makes 4 servings Easy Pumpkin Ravioli with Sage Butter Sauce Ravioli Ingredients: 1 cup canned pumpkin 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper ¼ tsp nutmeg 24 wonton wrappers 1 teaspoon salt Sage Butter Sauce Ingredients: 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth 5 tablespoons unsalted butter ½ tsp. fresh sage or ¼ tsp dried sage Directions: Combine 1 cup pumpkin, 1/3 cup Parmesan, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Spoon about 2 teaspoons pumpkin mixture into center of each wonton
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History of McAdoo In 1884 the family of Matthew Michael Kelly settled in McAdoo when there were only 2 houses. The charter of incorporation of McAdoo as a borough was granted on July 8th, 1896 after residents banded together to bring law and order to the town. Prior to incorporation McAdoo was known as Sailor’s Hill and later as Pleasant Hill which was then part of the Kline Township. McAdoo is presently named after the second assistant postmaster general, William G. McAdoo; originally a lawyer who raised funds for the construction of the Hudson River Tunnels. He went on to marry President Woodrow’s daughter, Eleanor, and became the Secretary of Treasury on the Wilson administration. The earliest settlers of McAdoo were the Irish and Welsh followed by Poles, Slavs, Ukrainians, Lithuanians, Russians, Germans, Italians, and Hungarians. The local “melting pot” was formed by the immigrants being drawn to work in the coal mines. Following the incorporation of McAdoo as a borough the first council was formed and held a meeting on August 18th 1896. Among the 27 ordinances passed by the first council were rules relating to the taxation on dogs, prohibition on nuisances on public and private grounds, prohibiting the use of fire arms, indecent exposure, snowballing, loafing on streets and using obscene language. One ordinance related to fast driving, not over six miles per hour and the speed of riding bicycles through the borough. The council then had a meeting place built on East Washington Street. The building was raised in 1960, and also housed the McAdoo Power Plant, the hand drawn equipment of the McAdoo Hook and Ladder Company, and at other times was also used as a dance hall. Among those serving the borough council throughout the years were many fine citizens who served the town well and passed new ordinances and made many new improvements. To list them all would require a book by itself. The old roads and trails are vantage points in the study of local history. A few generations ago, the Hinkle brothers of Quakake Valley were the first to improve the beaten Tamaqua Indian Trail by hewing a crude road across the large swamp that separated the present-day McAdoo
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from Audenried. Later, in 1849 a stagecoach owner Mr. Horton opened a regular coach route from Wilkes Barre to Hazleton, then through McAdoo into Summit Station (now called Lofty) and then into Tamaqua. This brought McAdoo
into the regular communication link between the Susquehanna and Schuylkill Rivers, and aided in the settlement of the town itself. Improvements were made from time to time until the fall of 1925 when the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania laid a ribbon of cement through the town as part of its highway system. Route 309 was then part of Route 29. Many of the borough’s streets were named for former Presidents and famous men of the time period. Tamaqua Street was renamed Kennedy Drive in July 1964, honoring the late President, John F. Kennedy, who actually rode through the town while campaigning for the Presidency. On old maps, alleyways were named for Indian tribes. The railroads also played an important part, especially in the hauling of coal; and, the McAdoo tower was a landmark that stood at the triple crossing midway between McAdoo and Tresckow. In those days traffic was so continuous that an all-day vigil was necessary. There was also a trolley line that was completed in 1894 by the Lehigh Traction Line. Fair from Hazleton to Audenried was five cents and an additional five cents from Audenried to the south end of Tamaqua Street. With the advent of the auto-
mobile, McAdoo is nicely located to have access to anywhere in the country, especially with our proximity to Interstate 81, which was completed in the 1960’s. The various ethnic groups that settled in McAdoo and the surrounding areas carried with them their own religious traditions and customs. Their desire to hold on to these vestiges of their faiths caused them to unite into those groups which preserved this heritage. Hence, McAdoo was known as the “Borough of Churches” with ten churches in the boarders of the small town. All of these churches have contributed much to the spiritual and social wellbeing of the community. Neighborhood schools were a staple in McAdoo’s education system. In 1895 there was a one room school house erected on West Grant Street. This school house was destroyed by fire in 1903 and there was a new school erected on West Grant Street in 1910 when Edward J. Brennan served as Principal. Many schools
Taking Us Back In Time Remember When... • Our telephone prefix was Wabash 9-. • A double Dip of Whitehouse with Cherries was 5 cents at Russell’s ice cream Parlor. • Fresh vegetables were bought from the farmers who would come around to all the houses. • In the early 60’s, we had vanilla cokes at Sakalosky’s Drug Store 7 hung out at Syl’s Calucci’s. • Getting out of Parochial school to see the movie “The Miracle”, featuring Roger Moore & Carol Baker at The Palace Theatre. • Hiking down to the “hollow” to pick wild flowers for Mr. Miner’s biology project. • Playing on the coal banks and in the “flumes.” • Hiking to the Tresckow water falls. • Blacking out windows during air raid drills during WWII. • Milk was delivered door to door in returnable glass bottles and in the winter the cream would freeze and push off the caps. • Poodles Pond was used for Ice Skating with a Bon Fire to warm yourself or toast marshmallows. • Kleen Dairy Ice Cream Shop on North Tamaqua Street, having the best milkshakes.
were built form Grade School to Junior High to High School, some of which burned, closed and or rebuilt. In 1962, McAdoo merged into the Hazleton Area School District. In July of 1996 McAdoo celebrated their 100th Anniversary and “Centennial Festival.” Note: Information on this page compiled from: Borough of McAdoo, 100th Anniversary Book – Beverly Brezinski Ogrodnick.
"Our McAdoo" When my thoughts drift back, as they sometimes will, I think way back when, to that place ‘top the hill. With steeples and homes pressed against the sky blue, She stands there, my home, my town… McAdoo! As children we played on swings, merry-go-round, On seesaw, or sliding board, there at the play ground. Each summer’s day offered kids plenty to do, For those growing up there in old McAdoo. Going for mushrooms, blueberries or coal, Or hunting and fishing---all good for the soul! Mom Nature is kind, where all of us grew, And bless’d us with plenty in our McAdoo. Twirlers and Scouts, and Little League games, While others flew kites, dressed dolls or built planes. And every day brought us something brand new For kids starting up life in old McAdoo. Our High School Band played their music delight While practicing marching in maroon and white. Memories of school days, school bells and friends true, Oh, just to return back to old McAdoo! Several small factories and mom-n-pop stores, Gave citizens products and incomes to scores. Hard-working people, dependable too… Go to work daily from our McAdoo. Our town gave its young to serve and fight wars, In keeping us free, some died on far shores. With love and respect for the Red, White and Blue, Patriots and heros came from our McAdoo. And there every Sunday, the church bells do ring And call all to God, to worship, and sing. Then to read “funnies”, or go have some stew, God and we rest up on high McAdoo. And when it’s all over and we’re laid to rest, Near train tracks and street roads, to lie with the best. To God now forever, to town a “thank you”, For being our home, our sweet McAdoo! Micheal P. Waak—Deacon April 30, 1996
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The Strand Isn’t Just A Roller Skating Rink by John Shigo, Owner of The Strand Built in 1925-26, The Strand was one of three movie theatres in the Borough of McAdoo called the Blaine Street Theatre. Along with The Palace and The Roxy, many people remember paying a dime or less to go see a Sunday Matinee. Many attributes remain here at The Strand, such as the ticket booth, with indentations ground in wood to hold coins, tin ceilings, old chandeliers, an old projector that cranks by hand, and many other decorative architecture. The Strand has also always had a roller skating history. The original rink was located on the third floor, with the hardwood done in block style. This floor still exists today. When the theatre closed in the early 50’s, the theatre floor was
leveled off and the roller skating rink was relocated to the first floor where the theatre once was. The same floor was also very popular in the day for Wedding Receptions and Bingos. When the rink moved downstairs, the 3rd floor was home to many factories including Rival Dress Company and Bud Sportswear. You can still talk to many people today that made their trek up the stairs each and every day to work. In the year 1997, The Strand changes ownership from the Walewski family to the Shigo family and the roller skating rink, which had closed in the 80’s was re-opened once again on April 4, 1997. Currently, The Strand is a focal point of the borough, and home to many people and activities. The stand houses a couple of apartments. In addition to public roller skating and skating parties, hall rentals are held on the 3rd floor in the former rink that can accommodate over 150
guests. This hall is great for weddings, showers, graduations, sweet 16’s, retirement & holiday parties and much more. Not only do we hold special events on the 3rd floor, it is also home to the Center Stage Dance Studio and Strand R/C Raceway, which is open to the public on Sundays. Other activities include Zumba classes, Country Line Dancing, and Insanity workout classes. Pro-Wrestling is held on a regular basis as well as Bands and other social activities. As you can see, The Strand isn’t just a Roller Skating Rink. Whether it be roller skating, watching a movie, hosting a party, attending a class, or simply a night out, The Strand has always been and will continue… creating memories.
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Holiday Recipes From Bresky's
Peppermint Crunch Ingredients: 1 lb Merckens white candy coating ½ lb Bresky’s peppermint crunch Directions: Melt candy coating, add crunch and stir in until mixed thoroughly. Pour onto wax paper lined jellyroll pan, try one of our beautiful new large molds in the shape of a Christmas tree, Gingerbread man, and snowflake, or break apart bar. Chill in freezer until set about 10 minutes. Enjoy or give as a gift. Christmas Ornaments Directions: Bake a box of cake mix according to package directions. Let cool completely. Crumble it in a large bowl and mix by hand, with a can of ready-made frosting. Form into balls and chill thoroughly. Dip into your favorite color Merckens candy coating and decorate as desired. How easy is that! Krispie Trees Directions: Using a Rice Krispie Treat sheet cut out triangles; insert a lollipop stick into bottom. Dip in Merckens green chocolate and decorate with sprinkles and sugar pearls. Instant Christmas Tree Pop! (You can use color chocolate of your choice, too).
Wes' Health Foods by Robby (Wes) Wesner, Owner of Wes' Health Foods Jennifer and I decided to open Wes’ Health Foods on our Wedding Anniversary, May 12, 2012. We started off with only 300 square feet and a few dozen products. We carried mostly organic foods and supplements Jen & I, along with our three daughters, Mercedes, McKenzie and Marissa were already using. On our stores two year anniversary we expanded to over 1000 square feet and added hundreds of new organic foods and supplements. We continue to add new products on a weekly basis growing the store to fit what the customers are asking for. We have been trying to stay local with many of our products such as local raw honey from Lehighton and grass fed beef, pastured pork, and free range eggs also from Lehighton. In addition, we have a local Message Therapist on site every Thursday offering chair messages. We are continuing to seek local organic products and professionals to help boost the economy in our area. In the near future, we are planning educational classes, focusing on nutrition and natural healing.
We started our journey into natural and organic foods when I (Rob) in my mid-thirties began having some health issues. After hearing from my doctor that I had high cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure, I decided to take a natural approach to healing. I spent many hours researching diet and how it affects health and discovered it has everything to do with it. I have since successfully healed myself naturally and I feel like I’m in my twenties again. I am currently studying to become a Certified Natural Health and Holistic Nutrition Practitioner. Our number one goal is to bring natural health and healing to our community. Prevention is the best medicine. You can find Wes’ Health Foods on Facebook at www. facebook.com/WesHealthFoods or follow my blog (Rob) at www.naturalhealthgurus.com.
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Ted Damiter, McAdoo Native Shippensburg University Hall of Famer by Rich Lipinski
Ted Damiter was an All-American pitcher for the Shippensburg Univesity Red Raider baseball team. He played a key role in Shippensburg’s drive to the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) and NCAA Division II Mid-Atlantic Region championships in 1977 and its subsequent appearance in the NCAA Division II Championship Series in Springfield, Illinois. Damiter was one of the hardest throwing pitchers in team history. In 1977, his freshman season, he compiled a record of 9-4 with 73 strikeouts in 92 innings pitched. He had
an earned run average of 2.84. He was first team All-Conference, first team All Mid-Atlantic Region, and third team All-America that season. The following year Damiter had a 4-3 record and helped Shippensburg win the PSAC Eastern Division title. In 1979 the team repeated as PSAC East champ and he put together a 7-2 record with a 2.89 earned run average. He was first team AllConference and All-Region. He was honorable mention All-America. He was drafted by the New York Mets and spent several years in that team’s organization, playing in the minor leagues. He played in Rookie League and on Class A teams. He was scheduled for promotion to Class AA when an injury ended his professional career.
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After his baseball career ended, Damiter returned to Shippensburg University and completed his degree requirements in 1985. A native of McAdoo, Damiter moved to Northhampton where he became employed by Soilrock Mat Rentals in Allentown. Damiter remained active in baseball. He played 15 years in the Blue Mountain League and also played in the Allentown Men’s Senior Baseball League.
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Lyme Disease by Dr. Kenneth Trippett, West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital I write this article while attending a veterinary conference in Atlantic City. Having gone over the new information on Lyme Disease with some of the experts in the field, it is important to pass it on to the fine folks of the Hazleton Area. You all should keep in mind that Lyme Disease is only spread by ticks, and can not go straight from one animal to another, so most of this information applies to dogs who go outside in woods or grassy areas, especially where there are deer and other wildlife. First, the bad news. Lyme disease has reached record levels in the dog population across the northeastern United States. The incidence of exposure of dogs to Lyme disease is approximately 20% in our area. One out of every three exposures, infected tick bites, is likely to result in an active and potentially deadly infection. Now the good news. For those of you who
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Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori Top 10 Thanksgiving Collectibles by Lori Verderame
In the autumn of 1621, the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag Indians celebrated the autumn or harvest feast together. The harvest feast was a longstanding event in Native American culture and it occurred long before the Pilgrims reached Plymouth, Massachusetts. Today, we call that celebration Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is one of the times when families reunite to take part in age-old family traditions. While most families enjoy a feast of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and the trimmings, we also enjoy the objects that remind us of coming home at holiday time. Kitchen collectibles are those items that stir memories like canister sets, mixing bowls, holiday china, hand painted tea sets, seasonal tablecloths and matching napkins, ceramic floral centerpieces, special crystal goblets, well-worn casserole dishes, etc. The antique and vintage kitchen objects that make holidays special can have collectible and monetary value, too. Here are the top 10 Thanksgiving holiday collectibles that you can find in your mother’s or grandmother’s kitchen and beyond: 1. Turkey platters of Staffordshire or Limoges china. These platters are typically of blue/ white ceramic or full color featuring an image of a dressed turkey at the center. They date from the mid to late 19th Century to the present day and remain highly collectible. 2. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade memorabilia. Whatever I am doing on Thanksgiving morning and wherever I am spending Thanksgiving in any given year, I do not miss this fabulous American event. The long running parade is an American tradition with celebrity guests, decorated floats, marching bands, high flying character balloons and Santa Claus. The employee-organized parade debuted on November 27, 1924 and its long and diverse history offers collectors various types of parade memorabilia. 3. Steiff turkey toy. The German stuffed toy firm, Steiff is best known for its antique mohair teddy bears dating back to the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. The toy maker also produced many other types of stuffed animals from the mid 1900s. The 1950s era Steiff turkey toy named Tucky is a sought after Thanksgiving collectible toy. 4. Pilgrim Barbie doll. As you know, Barbie comes in many forms, but at holiday time,
Mattel made sure Barbie was the hostess with the mostess. Collectible Barbie dolls exist in the Thanksgiving hostess style and the ever popular Pilgrim Barbie, too. 5. Authentic antique Native American baskets. Tucky, Steiff turkey toy These Thanksgiv- stuffed animal. ing collectibles are very pricey for those made in the Eastern, Southwestern, and Pacific Northwestern United States including Alaska. Ranging in value well into the several thousands of dollars for one good example, antique Native American basketry by the Haida tribe and others are quite collectible and valuable. 6. Thanksgiving related salt and pepper shakers. Turkey, Native Americans, and pilgrim salt and pepper shakers by various makers such as Napco, Spode, Goebel, etc. Holiday tables worldwide are enlivened by the addition of small scale collectible salt and pepper shakers in the form of various Thanksgivingrelated figures. 7. Presidential Turkey pardon memorabilia. Paper announcements, TV news footage, and newspaper reports from the White House re-
garding the annual pardoning of a Thanksgiving turkey remain a holiday collectible favorite. 8. Toleware holiday trays. Metal trays with images of turkeys, teepees, and all the trimmings are popular offerings at antique shops and flea markets in the autumn. They range in value from $25 to $75 depending on size, image, and condition. 9. Table Talk pumpkin pie tins. While Table Talk pie tins have a strong collectibles interest in the New England states, the rest of the global collecting market gets into the act at Thanksgiving time. These tin pie plates dating back into the 1900s are not going to bust your wallet and they make fun holiday collectibles for the Thanksgiving buffet table. 10. Norman Rockwell’s Freedom from Want (Thanksgiving Day) color poster, circa 194145. This famous image features a family sitting down to Thanksgiving dinner. Rockwell’s image was based on President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Four Freedoms speech and has become synonymous with the American Thanksgiving feast since World War II. The reproduction poster in good condition from the World War II era is worth $125 to $200. This Thanksgiving as you collect new memories and give thanks for family and friends, remember that your favorite antiques will remind you of crisp autumn days with loved ones. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Celebrity Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and award-winning TV personality, Dr. Lori Verderame hosts antiques appraisal events worldwide. Dr. Lori is the star appraiser on Discovery channel’s hit TV show, Auction Kings. Visit www.DrLoriV.com/ Events, www.Facebook.com/DoctorLori, or call 888-431-1010.
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Paws Crossroads Animal Brawny® Brand Rescue, Inc. Fundraiser Extends Partnership by Shannon Talanca Pictures can speak an immeasurable amount of words. Especially when those pictures feature pleading eyes, desperation, and hopelessness. That is how Paws Crossroads Animal Rescue, Inc. takes a previously condemned soul and frees them, giving them another chance at life. PCAR is a foster-based organization based out of Berwick, PA. We rescue dogs and cats from high-kill animal control facilities all along the east coast. The animals are networked via the internet by volunteers local to each shelter, hoping that rescues like PCAR will save even one. They are put in albums, usually categorized by euthanasia date. The lucky ones are then sprung from the shelJoin Us for Our
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ter, taken to a veterinarian, and finally hitch a ride north where they meet their rescuers, usually from hundreds of miles away. Rescuers that love them, even though they've never met them. Then, they start their quest for a new life - the one they deserved all along. PCAR has a network of foster homes throughout Pennsylvania. These people take the animals into their homes while PCAR works to find them adoptive families. PCAR provides veterinary care and food...the foster homes provide much needed and well-deserved love. On November 7th at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hazleton, PCAR is hosting a "Ticketmania" auction event, featuring 13 different popular vendors, all with prizes (valued at over $2000!). Tickets for this event are just $5 in advance or $7 at the door. Doors open at 6 pm and the festivities begin at 7. There will be tricky trays, refreshments and fun - all to benefit former “Death Row” animals. You can purchase tickets online, and learn more at http://www.pawscrossroads. org/fundraisers.html, or in person at Valley Pets in Conyngham or Amore Pizza in West Hazleton. Call Fran at (570)956-0740 to donate a gift basket or for additional information!
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(NAPSA)-After soldiers return home from demanding tours of duty, they're eager to resume the simple pleasures of life, like spending time with family, enjoying abandoned hobbies or reconnecting with friends. But the warriors-as well as their caregivers-often learn that resuming "normal" life can be a challenge. A physical wound might be visible through a veteran's limp or shrapnel scar. An invisible wound might take the form of a traumatic brain injury not obvious to the outside world. Either way, warriors and their families can become emotionally exhausted by the voyage to uncover a "new normal." Inspired by the journeys of dedication and perseverance on which these men and women embark, the Brawny® brand is renewing its partnership with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) for the third year. Based in Jacksonville, Fla., WWP was founded in 2003 with a vision to foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation's history. WWP helps injured veterans adjust to civilian life and persevere through the visible and invisible wounds of war. A new campaign-known as "Tough to the Core"-focuses on warriors and caregivers. To support both groups, the Brawny® brand is asking people to answer the question "What does tough mean to you?" through texts, photos and video using #ToughIs on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. For every text or photo post, Brawny® will donate $1 to WWP, and for every video post, it will donate $5, up to a total of $350,000. The Brawny® brand has donated more than $1.4 million to WWP since the partnership began in 2012. WWP shares the same brand spirit and values as Brawny®: an inner strength that emboldens and inspires people to be "Tough to the Core." Tens of thousands of Wounded Warriors and caregivers receive support each year through WWP programs that range from helping veterans with career placement to providing support for warriors dealing with Combat Stress Recovery. For more information on the partnership, go to www.brawny.com/wounded-warriorproject or "Like" the program on Facebook: www.facebook.com/brawny. For more information on WWP, please visit www.woundedwarriorproject. org.
Should Women Lift Heavy Weights? by Stephane Cloud Cloud9 Personal Training & Fitness Owner - ISSA Certified Personal Trainer Occasionally you run across that ONE gal - the girl that has the perfect blend of tone, muscle and curves. She's as strong as she is beautiful, and men and women alike fall victim to head turns and double takes. Some might say she's put together and others might say her body is dangerously good looking, but regardless of your terminology, we all want to know one thing: How does she do it? Perhaps she hits the elliptical like a mad woman. Maybe she does Pilates and yoga all week, or worse, she's just genetically gifted. I'm going to let you in on a little secret she lifts weights (even heavy ones). Hide your lunch money guys, 'cause this girl is tough enough to take it from you. That's right! She pumps the iron and gets down, dirty and sweaty just like the guys. Her gym bag has chalk, lifting straps and gloves in it. That woman isn't afraid of weight training! She shouldn't be and neither should you, because women don't bulk up like men do. In order for muscle to have shape and size, the muscles fibers have to be formed through resistance training that allows the muscle cells, or myofibrils, to grow. This increase in size is called hypertrophy, and it's the key to tone and shape. So if you want to look like a goddess, it's time to kick the guys off the squat rack, grab some free weights and lift heavy. Here at Cloud9 Personal Training that's the approach we take when a woman walks in our gym. One way or another we all want the same thing, more muscle and less fat, in the right places of course. Call us or email us to schedule a free body composition along with a fitness evaluation and a training session to see if you are that woman who wants to look like a Goddess. Give Love. Receive Love. Repeat.
Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips by Jeanie Donahue at The Pet Care Clinic by Dalice Thanksgiving is almost here! It’s a time of turkey, stuffing, football and family! When it comes to our furry family members, it can be hard to remember that such a festive day can pose so many threats to their safety. Here are some great tips to help keep your dog and cat safe and happy during the upcoming holidays: Fatty Foods Fatty foods like beef fat, turkey skin and gravy can cause severe intestinal issues in pets, such as, vomiting, diarrhea, gas and serious life-threatening diseases like pancreatitis. Raw or under cooked meat or bones pose a risk of Salmonella or E. Coli bacteria. The bones, whether fully cooked or not, should not be given to any pet. Turkey bones splinter and can easily get stuck in the throat or intestines. Baking strings, if ingested, can create trouble if ingested by your pet. Onions in holiday stuffing can lead to canine anemia if consumed by your pet. If you want to treat your pet, it’s best to offer a couple of small bites of lean poultry or unsalted/unbuttered vegetables. For dogs, try stuffing a Kong toy with kibble and peanut butter to create a yummy food puzzle to distract them during dinner! You can even freeze it to provide an extra challenge! Beware of Stuffing Sage is a great addition to flavor stuffing, but this herb and many other herbs contain essential oils that can cause an upset stom-
ach and central nervous system depression if eaten in large amounts by pets. Cats are especially sensitive to these herbs. Keeping Trash Secure Your garbage may be very appealing to your pet after preparing the meal, but food remnants as well as packaging, leftover tinfoil and wrappers are dangerous for pets to digest. Put something heavy such as a brick on top of your garbage can outside to ensure the lid will not come off. If you have a lot of other trash, then put it in your closed garage or storage area away from your pet until garbage collection day. Don't Share the Sweets You probably know that chocolate is bad for your pet, but did you know that artificial sweeteners are toxic to pets? To be safe, avoid sharing any sweet treats with your animals. We hope these tips help you and your furry family members to enjoy a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
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Broad Street As It Was Then— Revisited! Part 2 by Marolyn Pensock Today we are standing, in our mind’s eye, on the north side of Broad Street at the corner of Wyoming Street. Before we push the button for the light to change to the walk signal, let’s look over our shoulder at the two banks up the street. Before the merger, Tom Hawke, vice-president of Peoples First National Bank, informed me that Peoples had a state bank charter, while First National Bank had the national charter. Hence, they became known, after the merger, as Peoples First National Bank. That way, they kept the identity of both banks in the new name with the national charter. Thanks for that bit of Hazleton trivia, Tom. Ann Herbert filled me in with the name of Santa Claus at the Leader Store. He was played by Charlie O’Donnell. Tom Sacco ran the elevator at the Leader in the 1950’s. He later worked at the Peoples First National Bank as a runner. Isn’t it wonderful how we remember the names of the people who made Hazleton such a unique city? Now, let’s press the button for the walk signal. It was a big thing when the city got the new traffic lights with the buttons. (Now aren’t the new traffic lights on Broad Street in 2014 just such a big improvement? ) I even remember the days when we had policemen on the corners on Broad Street to help direct the traffic. While we are crossing Wyoming Street on our imaginary walk, I am remembering the trolley cars which ran on Broad Street, Wyoming Street Diamond Avenue and Alter Street. But that is just a memory of long, long ago. I’m sure that
way back when there were horse and buggy carriages and even stagecoaches that stopped at the Hazleton House Hotel at the corner of Broad and Wyoming Streets. My early memories of that corner include Rifkin’s Men’s Shop, The Hub, which occupied the same corner as the Hazle Drug Store does today. I bought the first shirt I gave to my husband Bob at the Hub. It was pink. Funny the things we remember. Next came Rosie’s Space Restaurant or The Space, as it was known, by the regulars. They made the best soups, one for each day of the week. The comfort stations were located in front of the Hazle Drugs, one for the ladies and one for the gentlemen. They were uncovered recently during the renovation of Broad Street. Some of the items from the stations are on display on the Hazleton Historical Societies Museum. Next was Charlie Slessinger’s Dress Shop. He was brother to Sylvia Schwartz. Sylvia, a wonderful lady, worked at the people First National Bank when I knew her. I seem to remember a bicycle shop in that area, too. Today, the Dragon Fly Café is located near there. What a great addition to Broad Street it is. I used to love to window shop on my lunch hour. There was Berman’s Children Shop operated by Max and Tillie Berman and their son, Max, back then. It waas so full of every type of clothing a child could need. Their windows were crammed full of every type of outfit. I particularly remember the “Grow A Year” coats. They had a second hem to drop down when the child grew taller.
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The top od the coat fit just fine, but the coat was a too short. Hence the hem dropped down. This saved the families quite a bit of money when times were hard. Those coats were passed down through many a family. Berman’s were so successful that they had to expand to the storeroom next to them when it became available. Dotte’s came next with their marvelous women’s clothing. They had fine lingerie, negligees, pajamas slacks, tops, sweaters, dresses and coats for all seasons. From underwear to outerwear, Dotte’s had it all. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Dotte greeted their customers like old friends. Many of them were and the others became good friends. My friend Anna Mar Schnorr felt that it would not have been Christmas with the gifts under their tree if there was not a big wrapped Dotte’s box from her husband Johnny. The men loved the next store. It was the American Auto Store. Every aisle was packed with everything automotive, except for during the Christmas season, when it became a wonderland full of trains, trees, bikes, dolls, every thing a child could have listed in their letter to Santa. It was run by Art Stoltz, if my memory is correct. Later, the building became home to the Hazleton Furniture Store of Clarence Wolfe. Today it is home to the Iglesia Church with Pastor Manuel Neives. I probably don’t have the correct name of the church, so please forgive me. The ILGWU was on the second floor of the next building, the McNelis Law Offices are in that building now, I think. The first floor housed dentist, Dr. Stehen Celani and Dr. Ron Makuta, podiatrist. Next door was the home of the Laputka and Pedri Law offices. U Save Travel Service over the Wyoming Pharmacy. There was a novelty store Balloons, Gifts and Things tucked in there and a fancy dress store, Mary’s New York Style Dresses. Of course all this is changed now.. Many have grown, moved and expanded. A few have disappeared. That is to be expected in a growing city. Continuing on was the store of Thomas Leather, everything leather, run by son-in-law, Fred Bicking, who later became the Mayor of Conyngham, I think, and Jim North, office supplies. Hotel Gary which burned in a spectacular fire. We now have a parking lot there. Carmen’s Bakery, delicious food, Smiths Floral, long time Hazleton florist and long ago, Genetti’s Grocery Store at the corner. It also housed Northeast Sight and Sound and El Manuel Brothers Grocery Store. It seems like this was an ever changing, busy corner. Did you notice the variety of businesses which had been located on our main street? Main Street was a destination. Let’s hope that can again be the result of the revitalization of our downtown. Remember you can reach me at MRS49@ptd.net with you comments.
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Sharing The Harvest Program: Feeding The Hungry For 23 Years Since 1991 the Hunter’s Sharing the Harvest venison donation program, (HSH) has coordinated the processing and distribution of donated wild game from hunters and municipal herd reduction sources to hungry people throughout Pennsylvania. An average-sized deer will provide enough highly-nutritious, low-cholesterol meat for 200 meals. This sportsmen-inspired community service outreach effectively channels this wholesome venison product via an integrated network of approved deer processors and food banks down to the most local charitable provider organizations in our urban and rural communities. HSH has evolved as a respected partner with deer management practices throughout the Commonwealth. Based on a unique concept developed by Pennsylvania hunting interests, the program’s yearly deer season accomplishments are based on the cooperation of our dedicated volunteer county coordinator base, board of directors, legislators, state and local agencies, in concert with our colleagues from a dedicated outdoor news media. All these components work together with a common mission to maximize the best-utilization of a valuable wildlife resource to help others needing food assistance. The HSH program is a registered 501c3 nonprofit charity, with funding and support primarily derived from a mix of public and private sources. Individual financial donations also come from generous hunters and non-hunters who uphold a strong belief in supporting the outreach effectiveness of their own brand of social service. Coincidentally, it has developed into the preferred nationally-recognized model many other states have now replicated. From its inception, HSH was founded as the signature
mechanism for Pennsylvania hunters to demonstrate their own personal and compassionate decision for helping those low-income individuals and families with extra venison. Many wildlife management units in Pennsylvania offer multiple deer tags, longer seasons and special hunting opportunities that result in extra deer being donated by sportsmen and women. Any hunter wanting to be a part of the HSH program can take a deer to a participating meat processor and say how much of their deer - from the entire deer to several pounds - is to be donated. Those donating an entire deer are asked to make a tax-deductible co-pay. Hunters can also cover the entire cost of the processing, which is tax deductible. The Country Butcher Shop in Drums, PA, is one of many participating meat processors involved in this program. HSH remains as the most effective socialservice program conduit for hunters and wildlife managers to directly make a difference, often from actions that take place in the fields and forests. More than 1.3 million Pennsylvanians are classified as living beneath the lowest-income poverty level, with the recent economy downturn only escalating the need and requests for food assistance. In an average hunting season, the HSH program’s goal is to channel about 100,000 pounds of processed venison annually through the state’s 21 regional food banks; who then re-distribute to more than 3,000 local provider charities such as food pantries, missions, homeless shelters, Salvation Army facilities and churches as well as families. For more information on the Pennsylvania Hunters Sharing The Harvest program, please email info@sharedeer.org or call toll-free: (866) 474-2141.
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Venison – A Nutritional Meat Historians suggest that venison, or deer, has been consumed as a food longer than the more popular other meats, such as beef, chicken and pork. When compared to other types of meats, venison provides an alternative that is low in calories and high in nutrient value. Venison is an excellent source of protein, but unlike most meats, it tends to be fairly low in fat, especially saturated fat. Venison typically contains less fat because wild animals generally exercise more often and consume more natural diets than domesticated animals. When compared to lean beef, most cuts of venison have fewer calories. On average, a three-ounce portion of cooked deer meat contains 134 calories, whereas a three-ounce cut of cooked beef contains 247 calories. Venison is also a very good source of the “energy producing” vitamin B12, providing 58% of the recommended daily value. A single serving of venison is also a good source of vitamin B2 and B6, zinc, iron, phosphorus, selenium and niacin. Vitamins, such as B12 and B6, are needed to prevent a build-up of a potentially dangerous molecule called homocysteine in the body. High levels of this molecule can cause damage to blood vessels, contribute to atherosclerosis and diabetic heart disease, and greatly increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. The same portion of beef will give you 20% less vitamin B12. Although, wild game meat, like venison, tends to be a leaner red meat option than beef, both meats can be enjoyed as part of an overall healthy diet. Here are a few venison recipes you will be sure to enjoy: Venison Meatballs Ingredients: • 1 medium onion, finely chopped • 1/2 cup uncooked Minute® White Rice • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 1 pound ground venison • 3/4 cup water • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar • 1/3 cup ketchup • 1/3 cup condensed tomato soup, undiluted • 1 tablespoon ground mustard • 2 teaspoons paprika Directions:
In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Crumble venison over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Makes 4 servings. Hearty Hunter's Stew Ingredients: • 2 pounds boneless venison or beef chuck roast, cut in 1-inch cubes • 2 tbsp canola oil • 4-1/4 cups water, divided • 1/2 cup tomato juice • 2 medium onions, cut in wedges • 2 celery ribs, sliced
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Local Great In National Hall Of Fame by Rich Lipinski
On the anniversary of his greatest season, this month’s issue of Hard Coal Baseball is written to honor the most accomplished athlete ever from the Greater Hazleton Area, Jack Quinn. In 1914, while pitching for Baltimore, Quinn won 26 games, pitching 342 innings to an ERA of 2.60. Incredibly he waked on 65 batters that season. Largely forgotten and unrecognized in our area, Quinn is nationally recognized.Unknown to many in the area, there is a National PolishAmerican Sports Hall of Fame. The National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame was founded in 1973 to honor those who have achieved greatness in their sport and community. In 2006 Jack Quinn, was inducted into the National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame. Quinn is considered by many experts to be better than many of the pitchers currently in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
ish American major leaguers, a right-handed pitcher who enjoyed a remarkably long and productive big league career that started in 1909 and didn’t end until 1933. His longevity earned him the nickname of “The Baseball Methuselah,” after the biblical figure who reportedly reached the age of 969 years. Jack Quinn was born John Quinn Picus on July 5, 1883 in Jeansville, PA. Little is known about his early life but, like many other Polish Americans, he spent his early years working as a coal miner. The story goes that he caught the
eye of a manager when, while watching a semi-pro game, Jack threw a foul ball back from the stands to the catcher. The visiting manager was impressed by the throw, and he offered the young man a contract. In 1909 the 6-1, 185-lb. hurler became the
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His Plaque Reads Born John Quinn Picus in Jeansville, PA, he spent his early years working as a coal miner. In 1909, at the age of 24, he became the first Polish American to play major league baseball since Oscar Bielaski. He went on to spend 23 seasons in the major leagues with eight different teams. Quinn relied mainly on the spitball, being one of the major league pitchers allowed to continue using the spitter after the pitch was outlawed in 1920. He won 247 games and lost 218 with an ERA of 3.27. Quinn helped pitch the Yankees to their first pennant in 1921 and aided the A’s to two successive flags in 1929-30. Quinn played until he was 50 years old, playing his last game on July 7, 1933. Among his many records were, oldest player to win a major league game (49), start a World Series game (46), finish a World Series game (47), and hit a home run (47). His Induction Story Jack Quinn, Timeless Wonder By Thomas M. Tarapack NPASHF Board Member Jack (Picus) Quinn was one of the early Pol-
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first Polish American to play major league baseball since Oscar Bielaski. Bielaski completed his big league career in 1876, several years before Jack was born. Like most of the relatively few Polish American ballplayers after the turn of the 20th century, he anglicized his name and became Jack Quinn. Others of that era included “Bunny” Brief, a minor league home run champion , who was born Anthony Brotzki; and, “Whitey” Witt, the leadoff hitter for the World Champion 1923 New York Yankees, who was born Ladislaw Wittkowski. Quinn launched his major league career with the New York Yankees in 1909 when he was 24. He went on to spend 23 seasons in the major leagues with eight different teams. Jack relied mainly on his low-breaking spitball, which was a legal pitch at the time. He won 247 games and lost 218, also collecting 57 saves, with a 3.27 ERA. Quinn helped the Yankees to their first pennant in 1921 and the A’s to two successive flags in 1929-30. His best season was 26 wins in 1914, but he won 18 three times, including an 18-7 mark and 2.90 ERA with the 1928 A’s at age 45. Quinn played until he was 50 years old, as his final game was on July 7, 1933. He left the sport with several age-related records, including being the oldest major leaguer to win a game, to hit a home run, to lead his league in a major category (saves, in 1932), and to start games in the World Series (with the Philadelphia Athletics, in 1929) and on Opening Day (with the Brooklyn Dodgers, in 1931). “Big Jack” pitched for eight teams in three major leagues during four different decades. Quinn’s longevity was due in large part to his fitness regime, which was unique for that time. He considered baseball a year-round job, and took long hikes through the hills of Pennsylvania during his off-seasons. In addition, he gave up smoking, avoided alcohol, and never ate more than two meals a day. Quinn died quietly on April 17, 1946 in Pottsville PA, and in time his baseball career was largely forgotten by all but baseball historians. However, he did get some attention this year when one of his milestones was finally surpassed. Quinn’s mark as the oldest man to hit a home run in the majors, set 75 years ago, was broken this season by Julio Franco. (It should be noted that Quinn is still the oldest pitcher to have hit a homer.) Jack (Picus) Quinn is also getting some much-deserved attention with his enshrinement in the National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2006 as one of the Greats of the Past. Quinn joined Stan Musial, Carl Yastrzemski, Stan Coveleski and 33 other baseball players in the Hall. Other famous notables include Mike Ditka, Mike Krzyzewski, Ron Jaworski and
Billy Packer to name a few. For more information on The National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame check out their website at http://polishsportshof.com. Jay Jaffe, is a writer at SI-dot-com, A contributor at MLB Network and author of forthcoming The Cooperstown Casebook. He created the well-respected JAWS system for measuring Hall Of Fame candidates. He ranks Quinn as the 95th best starting pitcher, and considers him to be a border line Hall of Fame Candidate. He has Quinn ranked ahead of 12 pitchers currently enshrined, including Catfish Hunter and Bob Lemon. He is also ranked ahead of current long time pitchers, cliff Lee and Justin Verlander.
For more information on Jack Quinn check out: • Sabr Baseball Biography Project at http://sabr. org/bioproj/person/cf88d73c. • The Simply Baseball site at http://www.sbeen. com/sbnsforgottenintime/jackquinn.html. Thanks to the Polish-American Hall of Fame for contributing to this issue. Hard Coal Baseball on Twitter Hard Coal is now on twitter. We have over 300 followers. Check us out at @HardCoalBasebal. As always we look forward to your comments at hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com.
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Using Chapter 13 To Save Your Home by Christy M. DeMelfi, Esq. There are unfortunately a large number of people that have fallen behind on their mortgage. There are also a number of people who having been paying their mortgage but have fell behind on their property taxes. I often get asked what people can do in these situations and I generally tell them about two basic options. First, if you are behind on your mortgage, you can try speaking to your mortgage company about a loan modification. Loan modifications however are long and tire-
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Deciding When To Retire: When Timing Becomes Critical by John J. Beltrami, Financial Advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Deciding when to retire may not be one decision but a series of decisions and calculations. For example, you'll need to estimate not only your anticipated expenses, but also what sources of retirement income you'll have and how long you'll need your retirement savings to last. You'll need to take into account your life expectancy and health as well as when you want to start Social Security or pension benefits, and when you'll start to tap your retirement savings. Each of these factors may affect the others as part of your retirement income plan. Thinking about early retirement? The earlier you retire, the more years you'll need your retirement savings to produce income. And your retirement could last quite a while. According to a National Vital Statistics Report, people today can expect to live more than 30 years longer than they did a century ago. Not only will you need your savings to last longer, but inflation will have more time to eat away at your purchasing power. If inflation is 3% a year—its historical average since 1914--it will cut the purchasing power of a fixed annual income in half in roughly 23 years. There are other considerations as well. For example, if you expect to receive pension payments, early retirement may adversely affect them, because the greatest accrual of benefits generally occurs during your final years of employment, when your earning power is presumably highest. Early retirement will also affect your Social Security benefits. And, if you hope to retire before you turn 59½ and plan to start using your 401(k) or IRA savings right away, you'll generally pay a 10% early withdrawal penalty plus any regular income tax due. Finally, you're not eligible for Medicare until you turn 65. Unless you'll be eligible for retiree health benefits through your employer or take a job that offers health insurance, you'll need to calculate the cost of paying for insurance or health care out-of-pocket until you can receive Medicare coverage. Delaying retirement Postponing retirement lets you continue to add to your retirement savings. That's especially advantageous if you're saving in tax-deferred accounts, and if you're receiving employer contributions. Even if you're no longer adding to your retirement savings, delaying retirement postpones the date that you'll need to start withdrawing from them. That could enhance your nest egg's ability to last throughout your lifetime. Postponing full retirement also gives you more transition time. If you hope to trade a full-time job for running your own small business or launching a new career after you "retire," you might be able to lay
the groundwork for a new life by taking classes at night or trying out your new role part-time. Testing your plans while you're still employed can help you anticipate the challenges of your post-retirement role. Doing a reality check before relying on a new endeavor for retirement income can help you see how much income you can realistically expect from it. Also, you'll learn whether it's something you really want to do before you spend what might be a significant portion of your retirement savings on it. Beyond Financial Considerations - What you do to stay active will be a key to the amount of retirement happiness you will experience. - As we age, having a support network around us is important. Although many of us enjoy our independence and would prefer not to impose on others, we may need help at some point. To remain healthy and safe is a major goal and concern, and having a strong network of friends and family is great. - Remaining in the same home and neighborhood that you are already familiar with is often the perfect retirement for some people. For others, retirement is the opportunity to cash in on equity and move to some place new. Some reasons include better weather, new surroundings to explore and new people to meet. Relocating could offer a fresh start in a new environment as you begin the second act. - As we age, one thing we can count on is a need for insurance coverage for health care. More years lived means more things have the potential to go wrong. - Setting goals is not for everyone, but it is for some people. Maybe making preparations to leave behind a legacy or choosing to contribute time and aid to worthy causes. Check your assumptions The sooner you start to plan the timing of your retirement, the more time you'll have to make adjustments that can help ensure those years are everything you hope for. If you've already made some tentative assumptions or choices, you may need to revisit them, especially if you're considering taking retirement in stages. And as you move into retirement, you'll want to monitor your retirement income plan to ensure that your initial assumptions are still valid, that new laws and regulations haven't affected your situation, and that your savings and investments are performing as you need them to. I invite you to call me at (570) 455-6301 to schedule a complimentary “Retirement Income Evaluation”. With minimal effort on your part, we can show you on our interactive software how well you are doing with regard to your retirement
plan. You can also e-mail me at jbeltrami@janney.com. For additional information, please visit my website at www.johnbeltrami.com. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Financial Advisors are available to discuss the suitability and risks involved with various products and strategies presented. We will be happy to provide a prospectus, when available, and other information upon request. Please note that the information provided includes reference to concepts that have legal, accounting and tax implications. It is not to be construed as legal, accounting or tax advice, and is provided as general information to you to assist in understanding the issues discussed. Neither Janney Montgomery Scott LLC nor its Financial Advisors (in their capacity as Financial Advisors) give tax, legal, or accounting advice. We would urge you to consult with your own attorney and/or accountant regarding the application of the information contained in this letter to the facts and circumstances of your particular situation. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, is a full-service investment firm that is a member of the NYSE, the FINRA and SIPC
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know whom you're dealing with. • Don't reveal any personal information before you find out how it will be used and shared with others. Never give out personWhen someal information over the one re_quests phone, on the Internet or your Social through the mail unless Security num- you initiate the transacber, ask if you tion or know whom you're can provide dealing with. alternate information. At medical offices, use an identifier that is not your Social Security number. • Ensure the passwords to your credit card, bank, phone and all other online accounts aren't easily available and can't easily be guessed. Avoid using obvious information such as your birth date, digits in your Social Security number or your mother's maiden name. Change your passwords periodically, particularly those associated with financial accounts. • Keep items with personal information in a safe place, such as a locked storage device or password-protected electronic file. Tear up or shred all unnecessary papers containing Social Security numbers, account numbers and birth dates before discarding them so "dumpster divers" can't retrieve them. • Protect your mail. Keep your eyes open for bills and statements. If you think one of your statements is missing, quickly call that company to let it know. Take outgoing mail to a postal mailbox or the post office. If your mail suddenly stops, go to the post office. Thieves sometimes submit change of address forms to divert mail to their address. • Check your bank and credit card account activity promptly upon receipt of a written statement. If you see any problems, immediately report them to your financial institution. The Federal Trade Commission offers guidance on immediate steps to take to limit the harm. For more tips and resources, visit www. SaveAndInvest.org/LearnMore.
Ethanol Proven To Lower Gas Prices (NAPSA)-Recently, the price of gasoline reached a six-year high. Fortunately, there's a way to handle that cost. You can use less gaswithout reducing your driving. Making that possible is one of the more promising alternative energy sources, ethanol, which is blended with regular gas-a little in most cars and a lot in flex-fuel vehicles. Ethanol comes from corn, wood chips and grasses. Increasing America's ethanol production could drive down demand for oil and help wean the country off the volatility and sudden price swings it can bring. The Oil Issue Oil is what's known as a "global commodity," meaning it costs the same no matter where it's produced. So while the U.S. produces more oil than at any time in nearly three decades, oil prices still rise. That's because so much oil comes from the Middle East. Producers there can artificially restrict supply and drive up prices. An Answer Ethanol producers, on the other hand, are based in the United States and increased ethanol use is reducing America's dependence on foreign oil. In 2013, ethanol production displaced the amount of oil America imports from Iraq and Venezuela-462 million barrels of crude oil. Expert Advice "Ethanol saves Americans money at the pump and stretches the fuel supply. Now is not the time for the Environmental Protection Agency to be scaling back our nation's renew-
able energy policy. Now is the time to be expanding the use of biofuels and striking a blow for American energy independence," noted Bob Dinneen, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA). The Benefits Ethanol is currently blended in more than 96 percent of America's fuel supply, saving consumers an average of $1.00 a gallon at the pump. Ethanol production is also a major job creator. A typical U.S. ethanol plant supports nearly 3,000 jobs. "The need for American energy independence has never been so important and the solution has never been so clear-renewable fuels," Dinneen added. Government Action Nevertheless, some people are trying to get Congress to repeal the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), which requires refiners to blend increasing amounts of renewable fuels. However, many Americans are writing their legislators at www.house.gov and www.senate.gov, asking them to support the Renewable Fuel Standard. For further facts on ethanol, visit www. ethanolrfa.org.
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er for the eyes to see contrast and thus identify objects and gauge their distance. It is much more difficult for a person to make out an object or person in the street or to accurately measure how fast they are moving or how far away they are at night versus during the day. • Glare disability and recovery: Glare and blinding light from an oncoming car's headlights not only disables vision in the moment, but there is a period of time before the eyes recover where people are left driving blind. In fact, glare is one of the most common night driving vision issues, with one out of four respondents reporting that they feel unsafe driving at night due to glare, according to a survey by Toluna and EyePromise. • Reaction time: Reaction time is slower at night. The National Safety Council reports that 90 percent of a driver's reaction depends on vision, which is limited at night, so a person's ability to spot danger and react is compromised. When considering the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety's assertion that a typical driver makes 20 decisions per mile and has less than half a second to act to avoid a collision, it's clear that hampered night vision poses serious danger. There are numerous ways you can proactively improve your safety while driving at night. The experts at EyePromise offer these suggestions: Practice safe driving • Make sure the windshield and headlights are clean. • Leave more distance between cars. • Use "night" setting on your interior rearview mirror.
Improve your eyes with nutrition Research proves nutritional supplements high in dietary zeaxanthin (10 mg or above) and lutein protect and promote eye health to directly address major night driving vision issues. These nutrients help by improving contrast, reducing glare and improving recovery time. Trace amounts of these nutrients are found in foods like leafy greens, eggs, corn, and orange and yellow peppers, but the best option is a natural supplement like EyePromise vizual EDGE, which features high levels of dietary zeaxanthin (14 mg) and lutein in a once-daily softgel. Schedule regular eye exams to monitor for vision issues. A professional will be able to idenCommon night driving pitfalls tify any issues with the aid of routine examina• Low light: Low-light conditions make it hard- tions.
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What No Spare Tire? by Thomas R. Buff Its hidden far away in the recesses of the trunk. Out of sight out of mind. Not needed until you hear the dreaded low tire alarm and the strange icon appears on the dash. Flat tire, no problem. I can put the spare tire on and be on the road in no time. Open the truck and to your surprise there is nothing but a can of fix a flat ,the stuff you used to fix your bicycle tires when you were a kid. Wow, a new car without a spare! Where did it go? Did they forget to put it in the your trunk? Not too long ago a spare tire used to be standard equipment in cars and trucks. The new car market is changing in ways that may leave some drivers stuck on the side of the road. Automakers have become so focused solely on fuel economy requirements, trunk space and safety concerns that they have shifted toward smaller temporary tires or in many cases, no spare at all. Full size spares are the same size as the other tires on the vehicle and usually match the others. But there has been a 49 percent decrease since 2007 of vehicles that still provide a full time spare. Temporary spares, often called “donut tires” can be found in 52 percent of 2014 model year cars. But these tires are designed to be used on a temporary basis because they are smaller and are not made for speeds over 55 miles per hour. “Run flat tires” normally require no spare at all. These tires have reinforced sidewalls that give them the strength to operate with little or no air at all. They are designed to go up to 50 miles at speeds under 50 mph in order to make it to a repair station. These tires give the motorist the advantage of not having to stop on the side of the road to change it which can lead
to a dangerous situation. But they are not immune to blowouts from hitting potholes which usually litter our area. Some new car manufactures are not including any type of tire at all. Instead they are providing the lucky motorist with a tire repair kit, sometimes called an inflator or mobility kit. This kit consists of a small air compressor and a bottle of thick tire inflation fluid. If your tire goes flat you simply attach the kit to the valve stem of the tire, plug the cord into your power point and the tire fills up. Instructions are included with the kit. There are limitations to what types of tire injury the kit can repair. It can only repair a puncture if it is on the tires tread and most experts believe the repair is not permanent. With the development of new tire technology, tires are stronger and more flat resistant. Run flat tires will get you to a tire repair shop safely without the need to change the tire on the side of the road. Tire pressure monitoring systems also provide a sense of security because the system warns you of a tire pressure problem. But according to a 2013 survey, one in seven cars bought today come without a spare tire. For drivers without a spare what happens if you experience a full blowout or the tire becomes shredded and you are on the
side of the road out of cell phone coverage? Will a tire repair kit help you? Absolutely not. An argument can be made that eliminating the spare makes some sense granted that most motorists will not change their own tire because roadside assistance is only a call away. Industry statistics indicate that most drivers average around seven years between flats. So whether you prefer to change your tire or call for assistance is your choice. But the bottom line is that you are prepared in case of a blowout. You don’t want to be caught by surprise when you open the trunk. Ask the sales staff to show you what type of spare the car you are buying has and if it doesn’t suit your needs ask for a spare tire. There is a long list of new vehicles that come with only an inflator kit. You will be surprised at what manufactures are included on this list. Use the internet and find out which manufactures cannot supply a simple spare tire when you purchase a brand new vehicle. It may change your choice in what brand of car to buy. Happy Motoring!
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tiple appliances at one time, they may not be able to power your entire home. Know what items you'll want to keep running during power outages. Refer to the operator's manual in order to calculate the wattage needed to assess what size of generator will work for your needs. The safest way to restore power to your home is by using a professionally-installed transfer switch available at many home improvement stores. If an extension cord must be used temporarily, be sure that it is heavy duty and protected from damage where entering a home. Damaged cords could result in a fire or electrical shock hazard. Leaving openings for cords to pass through also increases the risk of carbon monoxide entering the home. Plan ahead and have a transfer switch installed before the next power outage. Here are additional steps to consider in order to be prepared in emergency situations: • Have fuel available. Portable generators may require gasoline, diesel fuel or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), with refueling neces-
sary possibly several times per day. • Regularly check your portable generator to ensure that it starts and operates properly. • Only operate a portable generator outside, far away from windows, doors and vents to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide gas accumulating and potentially being drawn toward occupied spaces. • Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in alarms with battery backup according to the manufacturer's instructions. Smoke alarms cannot detect carbon m o n oxide gas. The more you are prepared for emergency situations, the better off you and your family will be when the power goes out. For more information, visit www.pgmaonline.com.
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Master Gardener: Reflections On The 2014 Growing Season by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener After a bitterly cold winter, cooler temperatures continued during much of the 2014 growing season. I recorded snow in my garden journal as late as April 16th. Nighttime temperatures in April often dropped into the 20’s. Farmers and gardeners had to wait for the soil to thaw and dry, which delayed the planting of spring crops for a few weeks. Fall-planted garlic and shallots were slow to emerge, as were spring flowers such as crocuses, daffodils, and tulips. Tree blossoms appeared late and were not the usual magnificent spring display. The continued cool weather meant a delay in planting warm season vegetables and flowers too. The cooler soil often impeded or slowed seed germination and plant growth. For the first time in decades of gardening, all of the bean seeds I planted failed to germinate. I had to replant later in June when the soil had warmed more thoroughly. Then seed from the same packet emerged promptly and grew vigorously. Fortunately rain was generous through the early summer, relieving gardeners of the task of frequent watering. Of course the rain also encouraged weed growth. The weeds seemed especially abundant this year, but they seem to flourish no matter the weather!
The mild weather continued throughout the summer months, especially during the month of August. After our recent excessively hot summers, 2014 was welcome relief, although the temperatures were actually near the historical average. Cool season spring crops continued to produce later into the summer. Grass remained green longer than usual. Flowers and vegetables thrived in the moderate heat. Blossoms seemed brighter and more abundant, and their stress-free foliage appeared healthier. Vegetables flourished as well. For the first time in a number of years, my peppers (which are heat sensitive) were very productive. Although the late start of the season and continued cooler weather
delayed the ripening of vegetables like tomatoes and corn, the harvest was good. In my garden, however, the garlic and shallots planted last fall never fully recovered from the cold winter and spring. The bulbs were smaller than in previous years. There were some of the usual pest and disease problems, but in most cases they were manageable. The cold winter temperatures may have limited the number of harmful insects; they seemed less numerous in my garden. Early in the season we were overrun with rabbits, but thankfully they seemed to disappear before becoming a serious problem. Chipmunks were also fewer in our yard. Not stressed by heat, plants were healthier and better able to withstand pest and disease pressures. My poor tomatoes suffered badly from septoria leaf spot because I failed to maintain a preventive fungicide routine, but most gardeners reported healthy, vigorous plants. Late blight was recorded in Luzerne County; however, to my knowledge, the Hazleton area escaped its ravages. We had more difficulty later in the summer. Although continuing cool, August brought a dry period, requiring more frequent watering as the plants matured. We had our warmest weather in early September, when the tem-
perature approached 90º with high humidity. Unfortunately, the heat coincided with the beginning of the school year. The heat was short-lived, however, and was followed by sharply cooler weather by mid month. Despite its late start, 2014 was a pleasant and productive year for gardeners. Those who dislike heat and humidity were grateful for the moderate temperatures, and plants appreciated a much less stressful summer season.
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— Since 1989 — PARTY TRAYS AVAILABLE PIZZA • SUBS • WINGS AND MUCH MORE Home of the Screamin’ Buffalo!
570-384-2230 19 Years Family Owned & Operated
MANY PACKAGES TO CHOOSE FROM Open 7 Days 5:30am
Authentic Italian Food Serving the Greater Hazleton Area Since 1949
704 Garibaldi Court, Hazleton, PA
570-455-0631
We deliver to Factories, Offices, Schools and Businesses
Fall Special OFFERING MOBILE WASHING - WE’LL COME TO YOU! 112 Honey Hole Rd., Drums
570-401-5675 • 570-788-1146
Special Party Menus Available
Check Out Our Daily Specials!
250 S. Church St., Hazleton
CHURA’S AUTO SALES Family Owned & Operated See John, Nick or Irene Chura Selling Pre-Owned Cars & Trucks in the Area Since 1954
700 N. Railroad St., Tamaqua
570-454-7229 N. Broad St. - West Hazleton
THRIFT & CONSIGNMENT SHOP
“Not Just for Kids Anymore”
FURNITURE • ANTIQUES CLOTHES • RETRO
783 Alter Street, Hazleton
14th & Alter across from 15th Street Turkey Hill
OPEN THURSDAY-SUNDAY 10AM-5PM
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Home Improvement SALES • REPAIRS SERVICE 1200 State Road, RR 940 Harleigh
Dish Gardens • Gifts Fresh, Silk & Dried Arrangements Gift Baskets & Balloons
867 N. Church St., Hazleton • 455-1441
Windows • Doors Interior • Baths Kitchens • Basements LICENSED & INSURED
380 S.Poplar St., Hazleton
570-455-7892
FLOWERS FOR EVERY OCCASSION
FLOWERS & MORE Kevin Motroni, Designer/Owner
WWW.GUYSFLOWERS.COM Delivery Available to the Greater Hazleton & Tamaqua Areas Serving the Tamaqua Area for the Past 113 Years
WITH THIS AD. EXPIRES 11/30/14.
PURE ORGANIC DRY CLEANING
Expert Tailoring • Brightest Shirts • Leather & Suede Wedding Gown Specialists • Alterations PICK UP & DELIVERY SERVICE
Thank You For 22 Years of Patronage!
135 West Blaine St., McAdoo • 570-929-2947
Mon-Thurs & Sat 10am-8pm • Fri 3-8pm • Sun 10-5pm