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The fall season brings back memories of September 4, 2013. On this date I received a diagnosis of Prostate Cancer. A bit of irony is that it was also my 65th birthday. Truth is, there is no day that is a good day to get bad news. This has been a journey that was not of choosing but one that required me to deal with devastating news quickly. The first thing I did was to begin learning as much as I could about this disease. Did you know that except for Skin Cancer, Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer in American men? It is the second most common cause of death from cancer among White, African American, American Indian, Alaskan Native and Hispanic men. It is the fourth most common cause of death among
Asian/Pacific Islander men. In sheer numbers there are about 230,000 men diagnosed in America each year with 32,000 dying from this horrible disease. Probably the most important thing I have learned is early detection almost always will lead to a cure. It is said that if you are diagnosed with Prostate Cancer, it is highly likely that you will live long enough that you will pass from something other than Prostate Cancer. The simple most important suggestion I could make is to ask your doctor to begin testing you with a painless blood test otherwise known as Prostate Specific Antigen or (PSA). This test should begin at age 50 for all men and earlier if there is a family history. If you have a positive diagnosis, there are several options. Your options are Radiation, Chemotherapy, Implanted Seeds, Surgery
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Aging Well And Staying Healthy by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers The secret to aging well isn’t really a secret: stay active, eat well, and avoid those bad habits that can make you ill and cut years from your life. Easy, right? In theory, yes, but in practice these simple tenets are difficult for many people to adhere to. People form habits throughout their lifetimes that can be difficult to change once they reach their senior years. Unfortunately, the effects of these habits (inactivity, poor diet, smoking, etc.) are often not felt until the senior years. Changing these habits, though, can help seniors stay healthy and independent throughout the later years of life. One of the healthiest changes seniors can make to keep themselves independent is to get active. Being active and physically fit can strengthen the core, which helps maintain
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nutrition. Seniors who have difficulty knowing what to eat and how much should consult with their doctors. Eating right does not have to be bland or boring, and medical professionals can refer seniors to nutritionists who can make recommendations on healthy nutritious meals. Seniors who need help with food preparation can obtain help from professional caregivers who can help with shopping and meal preparation. Professional caregivers can also monitor what and how much of foods the senior is eating to help the senior follow prescribed diets. Other changes seniors can make can be as simple as turning off the television and getting socially and mentally engaged. Interacting with peers and family can ward off depression and keep seniors from being isolated. Numerous studies have shown that social isolation increases the risk of cognitive decline in seniors and other health problems, which relates to loss of independence. Breaking unhealthy habits, such as smoking or drinking in excess, can also prevent seniors from acquiring debilitating illnesses such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and help them stay healthy and independent. Adopting new habits can be easier with social support. Sticking with a fitness program is easier when seniors can do the activities with others, and it is easier to get the proper nutrition when meals are shared. Seniors who live alone and need help with some daily activities can hire professional caregivers who can help them adhere to doctor-prescribed exercise and nutrition programs as well as provide company throughout the day. For more information on how professional caregivers can help seniors stay engaged and independent, contact your local Comfort Keepers® office today. See more at: http://www.comfortkeepers. com/home/info-center/senior-health-wellbeing/aging-well-and-staying-healthy#sthash. d3nrkdpo.dpuf. For more information on senior living and elder care options, go to www.comfortkeepers/hazletonpa.com. Each office is independently owned and operated. Marlin Duncan, owner of Comfort Keepers, works professionally with the elderly on issues relating to senior independence. He can be reached in Hazleton at 570-450-0890.
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Dental Care For Seniors – More Important Than You May Realize by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. Advancing age puts many seniors at risk for a number of oral health problems which contribute to the higher incidence of heart disease and stroke more so in this age group than any other. Following are signs and symptoms typical to our senior population: 1. Dry mouth which is caused by reduced salivary flow as a result of pharmaceutical side effects, radiation therapy, or even certain autoimmune diseases. 2. Darkened teeth caused by a lifetime of consumption of stain-causing foods and beverages. 3. Root decay resulting from root exposure to decay-causing acids. 4. Reduced taste sensation as a result of medication usage, long-term denture usage, and advanced age in general. 5. Gum disease which is caused by plaque buildup and worsened by food debris left in teeth, tobacco usage, ill-fitting bridges and dentures, poor diets, and certain diseases such as anemia, cancer and diabetes, all which are common diseases of seniors. This gum disease will then lead to tooth loss and ultimately, uneven jawbone. 6. Denture-induced stomatitis is a condition common to seniors as a result of ill-fitting dentures, poor dental hygiene or a buildup of the fungus candida albicans underneath an unclean denture. The mere fact of being a senior is not a sole
determinant of oral health. Arthritis, for example, may make adequate brushing or flossing difficult if not impossible. Medicines as previously stated, can also affect the oral health of seniors. I cannot stress the importance of daily brushing and flossing by seniors (and all patients as well) as plaque can quickly build up especially if oral hygiene is neglected as it will lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Seniors and all patients need to brush at least twice daily with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, floss once daily at a minimum, and visit their dentist on a regular basis for cleanings and oral exams. If you’re a senior headed for a checkup, your dentist should conduct a thorough history and dental exam. Questions asked during a dental history should include: • The approximate date of your last dental visit and reason for visit • If you have noticed any loose or sensitive teeth • If you have any pain, discomfort, sores, or bleeding in your mouth • If you have noticed any recent changes in your mouth • If you have noticed any difficulty tasting, chewing, or swallowing • If you have noticed any lumps, bumps, or swellings in your mouth During an oral exam, your dentist will
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check the following: your face and neck (for skin discoloration, moles, sores); your bite (for any problems in how the teeth come together while opening and closing your mouth); your jaw (for signs of clicking and popping in the temporomandibular joint); your lymph nodes and salivary glands (for any sign of swelling or lumps); your inner cheeks (for infections, ulcers, traumatic injuries); your tongue and other interior surfaces – floor of the mouth, soft and hard palate, gum tissue (for signs of infection or oral cancer); and your teeth (for decay, condition of fillings, and cracks). If you wear dentures or other appliances, your dentist will ask a few questions about when you wear your dentures and when you take them out (if removable). He or she will also look for any irritation or problems in the areas in the mouth that the appliance touches, and examine the denture or appliance itself (looking for any worn or broken areas). In closing, with the passage of time everything from automobiles and man-made devices to human beings and all of their parts the same hold true. Routine maintenance is a necessity to insure longevity and overall performance. Should you require assistance in a routine oral health regimen, please do not hesitate to contact my office at (570)443-9892 or visit our website at toothdocpa.com.
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The Laurels Senior Living Community September 2015 mize systematic stressors to autonomic balance. Each step includes the application of two essential oils or essential oil blends specifically formulated to support healthy emotional and physiological functions for well-being. If you would like more information regarding the use of essential oils at the Laurels, give us a call at 570-455-7757. The Laurels ~ Special Features The Laurels Senior Living Community offers the finest in quality retirement living services. Overlooking the panoramic Conyngham, Butler, Drums and Sugarloaf Valley, The Laurels offers residents a family atmosphere in a breath-taking scenic setting. Our residents are independent or assisted with the level of care and services they need in a supportive environment. At The Laurels you
will find a variety of services and amenities, all inclusive in our price, to meet your individual needs. We charge no entrance or admission fees and have 24-hour continuous care with licensed nurses. Bring your favorite furnishings, if desired, and we will supply the rest of the comforts. The day you move in, you will be able to relax in our secure environment, knowing you have the freedom to come and go as you please. If you would like more information regarding our services, please call our office or email us at info@laurels-seniorliving.com. You can also stop by for a tour of our beautiful facility and enjoy a complimentary lunch. The Laurels Senior Living Community – “Where our Family of Residents Come First!”
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Summer time Fun in the Sun! What a beautiful time of the year! The Laurels Residents have been enjoying the magnificent summer weather and taking in the amazing sights and sounds. Our garden has grown so much and we are enjoying the fruits of our labor. This past month we made zucchini cake; one of our favorite treats from our Laurels garden. The longer days have allowed us to spend more time outside enjoying in the breathtaking view on our back porch of the magnificent Conyngham Valley as we relax in our gazebo with lemonade, treats and the amazing warm breeze. The sunsets are truly spectacular. We hope everyone is had a beautiful summer! Laurels 12th Annual Family Reunion We had such a beautiful day for our reunion! The weather was beautiful and the cookout was delicious. Traditional favorites such as hot dogs, hamburgers and potato salad were served along with an array of delectable desserts! We raised money for our activity fund by selling chances for our beautiful tricky trays, 50 25/25 drawing and our every-favorite, bake sale and book sale. We also enjoyed great musical entertainment by our friends, Tony Angelo and Bobby Seamon. We hope everyone had a wonderful time and we look forward to our next gathering during the holiday months! Aromatherapy and Essential Oils The beauty of essential oils is that they support the body, mind and spirit through our entire cycle of life. For seniors, essential oils can play an important role in maintaining a healthy and joyful life. Essential oils can help support and strengthen all physical, emotional and mental functional systems of the body including the immune, digestive system, nervous system, muscles, skeletal, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Diffusing essential oils can support emotional balance and memory. An aromatherapy hand or foot massage can provide support for emotions by both the olfactory/limbic pathway in addition to the emotional benefits of caring touch. At the Laurels, staff members are diffusing essential oils, as well as using the ArōmaTouch Hand Technique, to improve the quality of life in our residents. The Arōmatouch Technique involves the use of essential oils for stress management, immune support, inflammatory response and homeostasis. The technique includes four primary steps designed to mini-
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duce your risk. The key to improving balance is to train it. We find this best done with a safety Overhead Harness System which harnesses you to the ceiling allowing you to train your balance without the risk of falling. It can be great for people who fear falling because while harnessed there is no chance of falling. September 23 is National Fall Prevention Day and FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers is “Fighting Falls in Fall”. We can help determine your risk of falling by a taking a simple questionnaire and performing the BodyQ Balance Screen. We have a team of Balance Therapists who along with our Safety Overhead Harness System can help you reduce your risk of falling and injury. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call us at 570-501-1808. To find out more information visit our website www.hazletonpt.com or catch our TV show “Wellness through FYZICAL Therapy” daily on WLYN.
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Peace of Mind Yoga provided by Peace Of Mind Yoga To many Americans, Labor Day marks the end of the summer, a day off from work and school, and one last chance to relax. But Labor Day is much more than just a day off. It represents a very important victory for laborers everywhere. The holiday is a celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. More than a century ago, workers were forced to deal with harsh conditions. They were paid very little, and they often worked 10- to 12-hour days. Men, women and even small children were forced to work even when they were sick. Tired of long hours and dangerous conditions, workers began organizing themselves into labor unions. On top of fighting for higher pay and shorter workdays, they also fought for the rights of children. The workers wanted employers to place limits on the age of their workers so that small children were not overworked or hurt in factories. Americans celebrated the first Labor Day holiday with a parade, picnics and fireworks. Today, many people hit the road to enjoy the last of their summer vacation. Others enjoy the long weekend with picnics, backyard barbecues or just rest and relaxation. However you spend Labor Day, remember that the holiday is a time to pay tribute to the workers who have made America what it is today. With summer behind us it’s time to get
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CrossFit Drums: What Is CrossFit And Why Should You Do It? by Stephane Cloud CrossFit is the principal strength and conditioning program for many police academies and tactical operations teams, military special operations units, champion martial artists, and hundreds of other elite and professional athletes worldwide. Our program delivers a fitness that is, by design, broad, general, and inclusive. Our specialty is not specializing. Combat, survival, many sports, and life reward this kind of fitness and, on average, punish the specialist. The CrossFit program is designed for uni-
versal scalability making it the perfect application for any committed individual regardless of experience. We’ve used our same routines for elderly individuals with heart disease and cage fighters one month out from televised bouts. We scale load and intensity; we don’t change programs. The needs of Olympic athletes and our grandparents differ by degree not kind. Our terrorist hunters, skiers, mountain bike riders and housewives have found their best fitness from the same regimen. A 2010 U.S. Army study conducted during a six-week period produced an average power output increase of 20% among participants, measured by benchmark WODs. The average one repetition maximum weight deadlift increased by 21.11%. A 2013 study by exercise scientists at Ohio
State University revealed that participation in a CrossFit program significantly improved VO2 max and decreased body fat percentage in both males and females across all levels of fitness. A 2013 study by the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's exercise physiology program monitored 16 healthy and fit volunteers as they completed two separate CrossFit WODs. They found that the men burned nearly 21 calories per minute, and women burned just over 12. Each routine took various times to complete, however all participants maintained an elevated heart rate and reached approximately 80 percent of their VO2 max, satisfying fitness industry guidelines set forth by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) for improving cardiovascular endurance. To schedule your “FREE” CrossFit Class call 570-690-0859 today!
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What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer Provided by Della Croce Dental Care Regular dental checkups can detect oral cancers early, before they've spread, and your dentist will probably see the signs before you do. Oral cancer can affect any part of the mouth, lips, or the back of the throat. About 35,000 Americans are diagnosed with some forms of oral cancer each year, and of those, approximately 7,500 will die from the condition. Most oral cancers — about two-thirds — are found in the mouth, while the rest are found in the pharynx, a part of the throat that's just behind the mouth and nasal cavity. Who Is at Risk for Oral Cancer? You are at increased risk of developing oral cancer if you: · • Use tobacco products. Tobacco use — smoking cigarettes, pipes, or cigars, or using snuff or chewing tobacco — causes 75 percent of all cases of oral cancer. • Drink alcohol. Heavy alcohol use, especially when combined with tobacco use, increases your risk of developing oral cancer. • Get too much sun. Sun exposure can increase your risk of developing lip cancer. • Eat an unhealthy diet. This can increase your overall cancer risk. • Are over the age of 40. Most people who are diagnosed with oral cancer are over 40. • Are male. Oral cancer is twice as likely to affect men as women. Therefore, you can reduce your risk of oral cancer by eating a healthy diet, avoiding tobacco, drinking alcohol only in moderation, and limiting your exposure to the sun. Signs and Symptoms of Oral Cancer Oral cancer symptoms include: • A lump, sore, irritation, thick patch, or
rough spot anywhere in your mouth, throat, or on your lips • A red or white patch or bump in your mouth • A sensation that something is stuck in your throat • Problems with swallowing or chewing Difficulty moving your tongue or jaw • A numb or painful tongue or numbness in other areas of your mouth • A swollen jaw • Ill-fitting dentures • Ear pain without loss of hearing • A mouth or lip sore that won't heal or bleeds easily • Change in color of your mouth While these symptoms may also indicate less serious health issues, if you experience any of them for more than two weeks, see a dentist for evaluation. The Importance of Regular Dental Checkups Checking for oral cancer is a regular part of dental check-ups. At each check-up, your dentist or hygienist will examine your entire mouth for signs of precancerous spots and may spot something before you can see it. If your dentist finds a suspicious spot, he may perform a brush test, in which cells are collected from that lesion and sent to a lab for testing. If any precancerous cells are found, treatment will usually involve surgical removal of the lesion. The tissue will then be sent to a lab to determine if it's truly cancer. Radiation may also be needed. The Long-Term Outlook for Oral Cancer The survival rate for people who have oral
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To Bathe Or Not To by Stephen Schleicher, MD No, this column is not a response to Shakespeare (“to be or not to be”, the opening words of Hamlet), but to an article that was published this year in the Washington Post titled: “Why You Should Stop Giving Your Kid A Bath Every Night.” Turns out exposure to certain germs and parasites actually enhances our immune system leading to a healthier us. Excessive cleansing with antibacterial soaps and hand cleansers may well be a bad thing. Now, back to kids. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), kids need a bath (and I quote): • At least once or twice a week. • When they get dirty, such as playing in the mud. • After being in a pool, lake, ocean, or other body of water. • When they get sweaty or have body odor. • As often as directed by a dermatologist if getting treated for a skin disease. According to the AAD “most kids want to bathe daily once they hit puberty”. Good thing because, according (again) to the AAD, most teenagers should – (are you ready) – “shower or take a bath daily”. Aren’t we all grateful for such sound advice. Addendum: I simply can’t remember my frequency of bathing at age 6. I am willing to bet that when I got dirty (“such as playing in the mud”), to bathe or not to bathe was not a question subject to debate.
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is observed every September in the United States by health experts and advocates, and individuals concerned with men’s prostate health. Designating a month for the disease serves the purpose of increasing public awareness of the importance of prostate health and screenings, educating about risk factors and symptoms, and advocating for further research on prostate health issues. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men. About one in seven men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. According to the American Cancer Society, there will be about 220,800 new cases of prostate cancer and about 27,540 deaths from prostate cancer in the United States during the year 2015.
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There are several risk factors associated with prostate cancer, including family history, race, diet, etc., but the most common factor is age. Prostate cancer occurs mainly in older men. About six in ten cases are diagnosed in men aged 65 or older, and it is rare before age 40. The average age at the time of diagnosis is about 66. While there are a lot of risk factors for prostate cancer, there are also good survival statistics associated with the disease. Survival rates for prostate cancer are very high. More than 2.9 million men in the United States who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point are still alive today. “Prostate cancer can be a serious disease, but most men diagnosed with prostate cancer do not die from it,” said Steve Karp, M.D., radiation oncologist at Cancer Treatment Center at Hazelton. “Many men get treated for prostate cancer and continue to live healthy and normal lives.” At the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazelton, men diagnosed with prostate cancer may be offered several types of treatments, one of which is a procedure known as brachytherapy. In this type of treatment, which may be used alone or in a combination with daily x-ray treatments, small radioactive seeds are implanted in the prostate gland. Guided by an ultrasound device, our physicians insert the seeds with a needle into the prostate. Over the course of several months, the seeds give off radiation to the immediate surrounding area, killing the prostate cancer cells. In the end, the radioactive material degrades, and the seeds that remain are harmless. Patients who undergo brachytherapy are usually allowed to return home on the same day. Brachytherapy has been shown to provide excellent long-term success rates with minimal side effects, while offering an alternative to surgical removal of the prostate gland. Many patients also prefer this option primarily because it doesn’t require daily visits to the treatment center. To learn more about prostate cancer, please visit the Prostate Cancer Foundation at www. pcf.org. To find out more about brachytherapy, or to see if you are a candidate, please contact the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazelton at (570) 459-3460 or visit www.cancertreatmentcenterhazleton.com.
Do You Suffer From Anxiety? by John Degenhart, DC I’m in practice full time for 35 years, thank you Lord. You learn a lot by meeting thousands of people and seeing what conditions they have and how they solve their problems. If there is one tendency I observe is that my patients, under 30 years old, suffer from anxiety more than their parents do. And yet it is their parents who are working harder than ever to help pay the bills for their kids. So I asked younger people how they cope with anxiety. Most of them will drink alcohol, smoke marijuana, or take prescription pills to calm their nerves. When they ask how I cope, and I tell them I will go for a long hike, do gardening, chores, and then get on my knees and praise God in the midst of my fears and concerns, they look at me puzzled. They never learned proper coping skills. They cover up their feelings with chemicals, and they are getting older but not truly maturing or learning how to cope better as the years go by. I try to be fair, there are times when a glass of wine can help you sleep, or a doctor prescription can help to calm your mind. But if you are depressed, lonely, or feel anxiety, I’ll give you the best remedy I have seen. Keep physically active, and force your
thoughts to be thankful. Even if you don’t feel thankful, just start focusing on whatever is good in your life, and the bad won’t seem so bad. The real problem is that if you realize how great God is, your problems would seem small. But if you think your problems are big, then your view of God is too small. People dwell too much on themselves. They only consider how they feel. Most of us are too selfish. When Jesus said to “die to yourself ”, that is what he meant. If you want to find happi-
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Cataracts-Not Just For The Elderly by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD In the United States, more than 20.5 million people over the age of 40 have cataracts, one of the most curable causes of vision loss. A cataract is a change in the natural lens of the eye. The lens becomes cloudy and less flexible, making it more difficult to see properly. A person might experience difficulty with night vision, sensitivity to glare, or a fading of colors. Although age is the most common cause of cataracts, it is not the only culprit. Certain medications have been proven to cause cataract formation. Most common among these are corticosteroids, such as prednisone, which patients may be using to decrease inflammation in the body. Also, antipsychotics such as phenothiazine are a known source. Systemic disease is a main contributor to developing cataracts. People with diabetes tend to develop cataracts earlier and more quickly than others. Wilson’s disease may result in a “sunflower” cataract that is redbrown in color. Also, hypocalcemia, myotonic dystrophy, and Down syndrome may
involve cataracts. Chronic intraocular inflam- is the cause of you trouble. mation (uveitis) can cause a clouding of the Why view life through a blur posterior lens. if you don’t have to? Trauma can result in an immediate cataract. This may be due to an ocular injury, head contusion, or even electrocution. Therefore, it is very important to wear the proper eye and head protection when possible. Another major source of cataracts is UV The American Society of Clinical Oncoloradiation. This can be from natural sunlight, gy, the world's leading professional organior artificially from tanning beds. Sunglasses zation representing physicians who care for that block both UVA and UVB rays are nec- people with cancer, developed a new tool essary even on overcast days. for health care professionals to use when Congenital cataracts are those that are pres- providing a care plan to patients who have ent at birth. They may be inherited due to a completed successful cancer therapy. Learn chromosome disorder or occur because of a more at www.cancer.net/survivorship. problem during the pregnancy. If the mother experiences a trauma, takes certain drugs, or Dr. Whitaker, who specializes in natural gets an infection (i.e. rubella) while pregnant, approaches to optimal health, says taking one capsule of TriComfort Essentials daily a cataract may develop in the child. So, if you are experiencing a gradual de- can provide comforting relief from joint crease in vision or increase in glare at any age; pain starting in only five days. To learn make an appointment with your favorite eye more or to order the supplement, you can doctor. Get checked out and see if a cataract call 1-800-931-9965.
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Free Fitness Classes For People Over 50 provided by Hazleton YMCA/YWCA The Hazleton YMCA & YMCA is very excited to announce that through its collaboration with Prime Time Health it can now offer Aquatic Arthritis Exercise in addition to Gentle Yoga, Chair Yoga, Zumba Gold, Movement For Better Balance and Walk With Ease classes. These classes are free to those over fifty years old. Prime Time Health promotes health and wellness for those fifty years and older by making activities available without cost. The only requirement to participate is to sign in each time you come to class. Prime Time Health is an initiative of the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne-Wyoming Counties. Aquatic Arthritis is a recreational exercise program designed to accommodate individuals living with arthritis. The class includes exercises to improve overall function and performance of daily tasks, mobility, flexibility, balance and coordination. Space is limited in this class and the days and times of the class will be announced shortly. The next six week session of Walk With Ease will begin August 31st and continue through October 9th, 2015. The program was created by the Arthritis Foundation to help people with arthritis reduce their pain through moderate physical activity. Certified instructors will lead the group in discussions about proper walking technique and form and will show how simple strengthening and flexibility exercises can help improve the quality of life for people with arthritis. Gentle Yoga will be offered on Mondays from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. This class is great for those looking for a modified approach to Yoga. Chair Yoga is the answer for those who want to experience the benefits of Yoga but don’t want to get down on the floor. This class is offered on Thursdays from 1:00 pm to 2:00pm. Movement for Better Balance is an evidenced based program created by the YMCA
of the USA to improve balance and help prevent falls. Movement for Better Balance is based on eight forms of Tai Chi and is a slow and precise movement class. Class days and times are to be announced. Research has shown that practicing Yoga and Tai Chi can lead to a better, happier life. Reported benefits are improved health, better sleep, better stress and anger management, decreased pain, improved concentration and a greater sense of well-being. Zumba Gold is also available through this program and is a great way for active older adults to get a cardiovascular workout while dancing and having fun. Zumba Gold takes place at the Hazleton Y on Monday and Wednesdays from 11:30 am to 12:15 pm and Friday from 5:00 to 5:45 pm. You can also take Zumba Gold classes at the Butler Se-
nior Center on Tuesday and Thursdays from 9:15 am to 10:00 am. When it’s Zumba, it’s a party! All classes are lead by trained and certified instructors who have a wealth of experience working with people over fifty and those with special considerations. For more information about Aquatic Arthritis, Gentle Yoga, Chair Yoga, Zumba Gold, Movement For Better Balance, Walk With Ease or any other group exercise class the Hazleton Y offers call 570-455-2046 or go to www.hazletonymcaywca.org The Hazleton Y is for youth development, healthy lifestyles, social responsibility, empowerment of women and girls and elimination of racism. The Hazleton Y is also a member agency of the Greater Hazleton United Way.
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oil change. 5. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks, damage and broken supports or hangers if there is an unusual noise. 6. Check engine performance to make sure it is delivering the best balance of power and fuel economy and producing the lowest level of emissions. 7. Check the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system as proper heating and cooling performance is critical for interior comfort and safety. 8. Inspect the steering and suspension system annually, including shock absorbers, struts and chassis parts, such as ball joints, tie rod ends and other related components. 9. Check the tires, including tire pressure and tread. Uneven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment. Tires should also be checked for bulges and bald spots. 10. Check the wipers and lighting so that you can see and be seen. Check that all interior and exterior lighting is working properly and replace worn wiper blades so you can see clearly when driving during precipitation. The next time you consider purchasing a new car, think about investing in the vehicle you already own for significant savings, as well as enhanced reliability and safety. For more tips to extend the life of your car, visit www.carcare.org.
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Automobile Safety Inspections: Safety Was Once A Priority by Thomas R. Buff Vehicle safety inspections are procedures mandated by the government to ensure that a vehicle conforms to all regulations concerning safety, emissions, or both. Safety inspections can be required at various times, annual, semi annual or on transfer of a title. In the United States, vehicle safety inspection is governed by each state individually. Pennsylvania, as we all know requires a safety inspection on passenger cars and light trucks once a year .Heavy trucks are required to be inspected twice a year but the trailers they haul are only inspected annually. Some states and other countries do not mandate a safety inspection program. This leads to some controversy over whether it is a cost effect way to improve the safety of drivers. Today, less than half the states in the U.S. have any type of periodic motor vehicle inspection (PMVI) program. Of the states that have these programs, a few only require a vehicle safety inspection if you sell the vehicle or transfer the title. Many believe that the decline of PMVI programs has led to an increased number of neglected repairs. History shows that vehicle safety was once a priority in all states. In 1966, Congress passed the Highway Safety Act, which required the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to institute a uniform standard for mandatory state highway safety programs. One of the Dept. of Transportation’s (DOT) standards were a requirement for states to conduct PMVI programs. By combining highway safety grant funds and federal construction funds to a state’s compliance with the programs, the DOT helped to ensure across-the-board inspections. By 1975, 31 states and the District of Columbia had periodic inspection programs. It seemed the inspection program would soon involve all states. But Congress later passed the Highway Safety Act of 1976, which revoked the DOT’s authority to withhold highway funds. Shortly after this act, 10 states cut the inspection programs altogether. The National Highway and Safety Administration no longer had the authority to promote PMVI programs, and the number of inspection states has been on the decline ever since. In the U.S. only seventeen states and the District of Columbia now have a periodic safety inspection program. New Jersey was the last to ditch its safety program for automobiles in 2010. Maryland requires an inspection prior to registration or transfer of
ownership. Delaware requires an inspection ever two years and brand new cars are inspected only after the first four years if the vehicle stays titled under the same owner. Missouri car owners only have to have their cars inspected ever five years. A few states require only a federally mandated emission inspection. In Utah, state inspection is required every two years for the first eight years and annually every year thereafter. Other countries utilize different safety inspection procedures. In Japan, car owners must have their vehicles inspected when it turns three years old and every two years afterward. Germany also adheres to the two year inspection policy. In most parts of Australia, once a vehicle is registered it will not have to be inspected again if it remains with the same owner. In South Wales, vehicles over five years old are required to obtain wha is called an Esafety check. Most countries adhere to a five to three year safety inspection cycle At the peak of safety inspection popularity in the U.S. forty five states had some type of vehicle inspection maintenance rules on the books. With only eighteen now participating, the opposition to safety inspection programs across the county are obvious. Many governing bodies believe safety inspections are an interference with citizens daily lives and it is the sole responsibility of the car owner to ensure the safety of the vehicle. While this may be true, automotive technicians across the country who repair vehicles on a daily basis do not agree. They see the continuing trend of the failure of motorist to properly maintain their vehicles on a regular basis. The lack of a safety inspection program would force motorists to take their vehicles to repair shops for services such as brake and steering system inspections.
The old saying,” if it is not broken, do not fix it” still holds true to many drivers. How many motorists would take their cars to a shop for a thorough inspection at least once a year if it is not required? North Carolina lawmakers are attempting to get rid of state inspections in their state claiming it will save money. But what about the lives that are lost? The American Automobile Association claims that accidents are reduced by 27 percent in states that require a safety inspection. A safety inspection program is designed to keep unsafe vehicles off of our roads. Across the country experts have claimed that this might not be the case. Saving money seems to be the top priority. Although some Pennsylvanians may disagree I believe that it is well worth the money to ensure that the vehicles our roads are safe and our state is one of the fortunate states to help us to keep our vehicles safe. Take the time to find an inspection station that will do a thorough check of your vehicle. It will pay off in many ways. Happy Motoring!
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Tips For Selecting A Reliable Auto Repair Shop (Family Features) Work, school, errands and the other demands of family life put your vehicle at the center of it all, so when something goes wrong, you may find yourself overwhelmed. Finding a repair shop you can rely on can ease your frustration and get you back on the road. "For most people, a vehicle is their second biggest investment next to a home," said Rich White, executive director of the Car Care Council. "It makes sense to take the time to select an auto repair facility that will take the best care of that investment." Asking a few simple questions can help you identify an auto repair shop to properly care for one of your most valuable assets. The Car Care Council recommends exploring these topics before choosing where to have your car repaired: • Does the business employ certified technicians? Credentials and affiliations are indicators of professionalism and the management's commitment to training and education. • Is the shop and customer waiting area clean
and organized? Cleanliness and organization are signs of a well-run business. • Are customers greeted and treated in a friendly and respectful manner? A simple phone call to the shop to inquire about their services can give you a glimpse into how they treat customers. • Does the business provide a written estimate? The business should complete a written estimate and request your signature prior to starting any repairs on your car. • What type of warranty does the shop offer? Most auto repair businesses offer a warranty
on parts and labor, and the warranty is usually in writing or posted in the waiting area. • Does the business have a list of satisfied customers or references that it is willing to give you? Satisfied customers and recommendations from family, friends and neighbors are helpful in finding a good shop. • Is there a website you can visit? Many auto repair facilities have company websites that are worth checking out as they often include testimonials and additional information about the business. For a video with more advice for selecting your auto repair shop, as well as information on the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair, visit www.carcare.org.
A vehicle check now can help you avoid being stranded, says the Car Care Council. Its "Be Car Care Aware" consumer education campaign promotes regular vehicle care. For a free copy of the council's "Car Care Guide" or for more information, visit www.carcare.org. Many auto safety experts urge motorists to switch to tires specifically designed for cold weather driving. You can get a free safety inspection at any Discount Tire location. For facts about winter tire safety or to find a Discount Tire store, visit www.discounttire.com.
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Crash Course In Advice (NAPSA)-If you're like the average driver, you'll be involved in an auto accident once every seven to 10 years-and now you can get help dealing with it. Many people don't know what to do when it comes to collision repair. To help, a group of car parts manufacturers known as the OEM Roundtable launched a useful website. It provides information that can help people make informed decisions about collision repair, regardless of what vehicle they own, including Audi, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep, Ram, SRT, Ford, Lincoln, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, GMC, Honda, Acura, Hyundai, Mazda, Nissan, Infiniti, Toyota, Lexus, Scion, Volkswagen and Volvo. Having your vehicle damaged and dealing with a body shop, insurance companies and a car rental company can be a confusing and stressful time. The site, www.crashrepairinfo.com, offers tips on choosing the right body shop, common collision and insurance terms and other helpful information. Many people who have used it are telling friends and family about the site on social media.
(NAPSA)-Your car can really take a beating from cold, wet weather, so it makes sense to take a few precautions. These tips can help you prepare: 1. Take care of the outside: Check essential safety components such as your tires, headlights and windshield wipers. Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressure and have enough tread, that your headlights are bright and that your wipers are in good working condition. 2. Make sure you have the right tire: If you do most of your driving in moderate climates, allseason tires are a good bet for handling dry and wet conditions equally and offering some snow performance. For example, the MICHELIN Premier A/S tire with EverGrip features an evolving tread design and high-traction rubber compound to deliver exceptional levels of wet grip, providing enhanced safety even as the tires wear down. If, however, you'll be driving where the temperatures are consistently below 44 degrees Fahrenheit, you may want to consider switching to winter tires, such as the MICHELIN X-Ice Xi3, to better manage ice and snow.
3. Take care of the inside: Test all the necessary equipment, including your heater and defroster. Check and change, if necessary, all fluids, especially the antifreeze and washer fluid. A cold snap may also be a time your battery shows signs it needs replacing. You can get it checked, free, at many auto parts stores. 4. Have a winter-ready kit in the trunk: Be sure you know where your ice scraper or snow brush can be found. It's not a bad idea to have an extra set of gloves in the trunk, as well as a shovel, ice melt and jumper cables. Consider adding snow chains to your kit. MICHELIN Easy Grip composite snow chains are a lighter alternative to traditional metal chains, with fibers that grip snow and steel clips that are capable of digging into ice. It's also worth it to get your tires and car checked by a professional to make sure everything is in working order. With a little preparation, you won't get caught when the weather turns. For other car and tire tips, visit www.MichelinMan.com.
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Five Ways The Millennials Are Changing Travel (NAPSA)-The millennials are coming. Or rather, they are traveling. The United Nations estimates that 20 percent of all international tourists these days are young people. This translates to 200 million travelers. Younger travelers are looking for-and gettingnew types of travel, and they're making big changes. Here's how: 1. They're committed to travel. According to a survey published by Expedia, those 30 and under report taking an average of 4.2 leisure trips a year, more than any other age group. This has led some younger travelers to purchase vacation ownership, or timeshare, an industry that is seeing a surge in younger buyers. In fact, new timeshare owners are nearly 10 years younger than traditional timeshare owners have been, according to a study by the American Resort Development Association (ARDA). 2. They don't visit destinations. They experience places. Younger travelers are less interested in "the traditional sun, sea and sand holidays" than previous generations were, according to the World Youth Student and Educational Travel Confederation. Young travelers want to immerse themselves in local culture and live unique experiences. They believe that life is too short to not go skydiving in New Zealand or hike the Grand Canyon. 3. They don't place as much value on ownership. Millennials also place more value on access than on whole ownership. This could contribute to the surge in their purchasing timeshares, which offers access to a condo or resort without the full investment of a second home. Through vacation exchange brands such as RCI, a time-
share purchase can give travelers access to accommodations all over the world, making this type of investment all the more enticing to younger generations. 4. They do their research. Before making a purchase, nearly three-fourths of millennials research the product online, according to The Intelligence Group. They also like to try out a product before they purchase it. According to ARDA, 42 percent of new timeshare owners experienced the product firsthand by renting through sites such as EndlessVacationRentals. com before making the purchase. 5. They're mobile. Naturally, the early adopters of mobile technology are some of its most prolific users. Younger groups are more likely to book and research their travel online and through mobile devices. Only 18 percent of those under 30 have not used a smartphone for travel, according to an Expedia survey. The younger generation has unique characteristics and expectations that are changing the world of travel as they voyage far and often on their mission to experience as much of the world as possible.
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Local Player Inducted Into Shrine Of The Eternals by Rich Lipinski sity, extremity, and otherness. Before anyone thinks this is a whimsical event the inductees go to Los Angeles every year to accept their awards. Dick Allen, Marvin Miller, Racheal Robinson and Jim Abbott are just some of the inductees that have personally accepted their honor.
On July 17 2015, the late Steve Bilko was inducted into Why Steve Bilko Shrine of the EterBelow is from the Reliquary nals. The Shrine is Elected to the Shrine of the Eternals in his fourth part of the Baseball year on the ballot, STEVE BILKO (1928Reliquary in Los 1978) was not a star in the big leagues. Over Angeles. Bilko was a ten-year career, he was a regular for only one born in 1928 in season (1953, with the Cardinals), and he apNanticoke, played peared in more than 100 games only one other for 10 seasons for 5 time (1961, with the expansion Angels). He teams in the majors. Before explaining why a player who average 60 could hit for power, but struck out too often. He games a year was so honored, it is necessary to had no speed. To explain the lingering mystique of this moon-faced, lumbering first baseman, explain the Baseball Reliquary. we must look at the Pacific Coast League, with franchises located along the West Coast The Baseball Reliquary was and featuring a prolonged weather-friendly founded in 1996, by Terry Cannon. playing season, competitive pennant races and In Cannon’s own playoffs, and a rabidly partisan fan base. When residents of Los Angeles, San Diego, Seattle, description, the Sacramento, or other western cities thought of Reliquary is a museum and shrine pro baseball, they thought of the PCL, not the that serves as a puckish al- far-distant American or National Leagues. The ternative to the Baseball Hall PCL produced great baseball until the Dodgers and Giants relocated to Los Angeles and San of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. The Reliquary celebrates baseball’s pioneers and free spirits, Francisco, respectively, in 1958, thus reducing those individuals whose greatness is derived the PCL to permanent minor-league status. In those waning years of PCL supremacy, Bilko from their legends and mystics and not their stats. In 1999 he expanded the Reliquary by was the slugging star for the Los Angeles Angels, adding the Shrine of the Eternals, his answer who wowed fans with mammoth home runs and to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Each year, the exceptionally fierce strikeouts. He led the PCL Reliquary’s approximately 200 members — in home runs for three consecutive seasons from membership is open to anybody who pays 1955 to 1957, winning the league Triple Crown in 1956 with a .360 average, 55 HRs, and $25 — elect three candidates from a field of 50 nominees. Nomination criteria are fairly 164 RBI. He was by far the biggest sports star arbitrary — alongside such giants of the game in Los Angeles history prior to the arrival of the as Satchel Paige and Shoeless Joe Jackson, past Dodgers. His pop culture profile was so huge that nominees have included the notoriously light- when comedian Phil Silvers needed a name for a hitting Mario Mendoza, the fictional charac- character in his new television sitcom, he picked Bilko. Recognizing his popularity with local ter Henry Wiggen from the book “Bang the Drum Slowly,” and John Meeden, a home- fans, the Dodgers added Bilko to their roster as a less softball player known as “the hobo Roy gate attraction for their inaugural campaign in Hobbs.” Don Malcolm of the “Hardball Los Angeles. The Angels (the American League Times” described the Reliquary as a connec- expansion team) did likewise in 1961, providing tion to baseball subterranean stream of adver- Bilko with a final chance to awe the fans at his
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old haunt, Los Angeles’s Wrigley Field. For those who saw him play in the PCL, he will always be remembered as a superstar. That his glory years coincided with the demise of a much-loved league adds a last wistful touch to his legend. His sons Stephen and Thomas Bilko were on hand to accept the award for Bilko who passed away in 1978 at the age of 49. During the award ceremony Folk Singer Ross Altman performed a song “Who’s on First?” he wrote in honor of Bilko.
Gaylon White (far left) and John Schulian (third from left) introduced Steve Bilko’s induction. Bilko’s sons, Stephen R. Bilko (holding plaque) and Thomas Bilko, represented the family. (Picture courtesy of baseball reliquary)
Bilko Notes Bilko joined Pete Gray (famed one-armed player) another Nanticoke native as a Shrine inductee…Jim Piersall, made famous by the movie “Fear Strikes Out” played in Scranton and married a Scranton native…According to local baseball historian William Kashathus, Bilko was a baseball prodigy signed by the Cardinals at age 17. For more information check out the baseballreliquary.org. Until next month be sure to keep writing to hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com and on twitter @hardcoalbasebal.
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Fall Events At Eckley Miners’ Village by Bode Morin, Site Administrator Eckley had a great summer of 2015. Our events attracted record numbers of participants and our July event saw the highest visitation for any event we’ve held that month. We thank those of you who attended or supported our summer programs. As the days start to shorten and we feel the chill in the air, our thoughts turn to fall, the harvest, and Halloween. This year, Eckley Miners’ Village will inaugurate a fall festival to be held on October 3 from 10 am to 7 pm. The day will feature live music, food, a bevy of children’s activities including pony rides, pumpkin decorating, interactive plays, and games, hayrides, site tours, cemetery tours, a bon fire and a Halloween preview. Come out and help celebrate changing of the seasons. Admission will be $10 for adults 13-64, $9
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senior 65+, and $6 children 3-12. Two weeks later, we invite you to get into the spirit of Halloween and experience the laughs, chills, sights and thrills at Eckley! In the spirit of the season, trick-or-treating, or as many people refer to it today—begging for candy—is a tradition stemming from an ancient English custom. Knocking at doors and begging for a "soul cake," or type of shortbread, was the earliest “treat“ form of celebrating the holiday. In return for a soul cake, beggars promised to pray for the dead of the household. These soul cakes soon after became more important for the beggars than prayers for the dead. Eckley Miners’ Village will host their annual Haunted Halloween Lantern Tours on October 16, 17, 23, and 24. The doors open each evening at 6 p.m., and the first guided lantern walk departs at 6:30 p.m. from the Visitors’ Center. Each tour lasts approximately one hour and covers 1 ½ miles of the eerie Eckley streets. Guests will see performances
and experience impromptu frights by Eckley and community volunteers, ranging from funny to scary, and familiar to bizarre. Visitors are invited to bring their own flashlight or purchase a lantern at the museum gift shop. If there is bad weather, please call the museum at (570) 636-2070. Admission to the Halloween event is $10 for adults (13+), and $5 for children (6-12). Although this is a family-friendly event, it is not recommended for children under five years of age. Eckley is located just off of Route 940 in Luzerne County, 10 miles east of downtown Hazleton. For additional information or to learn about how to get involved for the event, call the museum at (570) 636-2070, or visit www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission administers Eckley Miners’ Village with active support from the Eckley Miners’ Village Associates.
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Community Calendar September 2015 September 5 Orwigsburg Area Free Public Library 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Fun Run will be held on Saturday, September 5. 8am Walk up registration and Check In at Albright’s Pavilion in Orwigsburg. 9am Start of 5K Run and 5K Walk. 10am Start of 1 Mile Fun Run for children ages 13 and under. Awards ceremony will follow each event and occur at Albright’s Woods in Orwigsburg. For more information, see our website at www.orwigsburglibrary.org or find us on Facebook. September 6 Schuylkill County Wine Festival, Sunday, September 6 from 1 to 6pm at Hegins Park in Hegins. Admission and music begins at 12pm, Wineries begin serving at 1pm. Admission: $12 Advance/$15 at the Gate, $5 for Designated Drivers, Kids 16 and under are admitted free with paying adult. Group discounts available for 10 persons or more. Buses, limos, mini-buses are all welcome with plenty of room to park. Admission fee includes wine tasting bracelet, glass, chance to win a wine basket. All ages allowed admission but must be 21 with ID for wine tasting. Dogs are welcome but must be properly leashed. NO BEER is allowed at the festival. Coolers are allowed with snacks but we request you visit our food vendors as well and not bring meals into the park. Many vendors provide a selection of food that is exclusive to our wine festival. Don’t forget to sign up for our Raffle Baskets and the Table Decorating Contest in the Eating House. There will be 24 wine baskets (2 from each winery) included in the drawing. Drawings are done randomly and winners will be notified by phone on the day of the festival. For more information, call
570-682-9660, visit our website at schuylkillwinefestival.com or find us on Facebook. Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West Spruce Street, Hazleton (corner of James & Spruce) invites you to a “Free Hot Lunch” from 12 to 2pm or until food runs out. Come enjoy a meal and great company! We will be serving tuna salad sandwiches and macaronmi salad. As always, we have something sweet to finish off the meal, beverages & much more. Open to the public…eat in only, please. We look forward to seeing all of you!! 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. September 11 Annunciation Parish (at the Church of St. Gabriel, 122 S. Wyoming St. Hazleton), will host a “Life in the Spirit Presentation” to be held for seven Fridays, September 11 through October 30 (excluding October 9th), in the Church Basement, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. There is no charge for the program. This seven week course is designed to “fan the flame” of our Catholic faith. To register or for more information, contact Carol at the parish office 570-454-0212, Arlene at 570-788-3643, or send an email to gemstone@juno.com (please include your name and phone number in the email). Come join us and enjoy great fellowship, inspiring prayer/music, and hear presentations by parishioners whose lives have been changed by the power of the Holy Spirit. continued on page 40
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September 12 Orwigsburg Heritage Celebration, Saturday, September 12 from 9am to 3pm on the Square in Orwigsburg. Rain or shine. Honor the past and embrace the future as we join together as a community to enjoy a fun-filled day of music, crafts, demonstrations, artists, games, and great food! For more information, see our website orwigsburg.net or find us for Facebook.
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by Carl Simchena During my was heated, the grove time with the King even held dances durBrothers Orchesing the winter months. tra, we played on Joe Timmer was so involved in polka music many occasions at that he persuaded a local lawmaker to submit Jolly Joe Timmer's legislation to make the polka Pennsylvania's Grove. It was durofficial music. The debate over this legislaing that time that I tion turned into a battle between polka music had an opportunity lovers and those who wanted square dancing to meet, and get to to be the official music. Eventually, the bill Jolly Joe Timmer know this polka hall died. of famer. I found Joe to be a friendly and Joe Timmer's road to becoming a polka endown-to-earth man who loved polka music. treprenuer started after his high school days Joe was a true promoter of polka music in the in 1948. Around that time, he went dancLehigh Valley, and he did so through various ing every Saturday night at the Lincoln Hall avenues. He had a radio show on his own in Miller Heights, Pennsylvania. He danced radio station--WGPA-AM, a cable television every polka, waltz and oberek. show, a music store, and a recording comHe so enjoyed what he heard, that he pany. formed The Jolly Joe Joe, of course, was Timmer Orchestra. the proprietor of TimOver the years, the mer’s Grove in Point band recorded seven Phillips, Pennsylvania. polka albums on Joe's This was a very popuvery own record labellar spot for those who -Rave Records. loved to polka dance. In addition to his Over the years, the band, Jolly Joe Timgrove featured polka mer owned Jolly Joe’s music by some of the Polka Greats--Myron Floren, John House of Music in country’s best bands, Stanky, and Tommy Karas (circa 1980's) Bethlehem, Pennsylincluding The King Photo by Steve Litwin vania. The store was Brothers from Coaldale. It was a BYOB es- stocked with numerous items dealing with tablishment. For those dancers who worked polka music, including a large selection of up an appitite, there was always a selection of recordings from various artists across the home cooked foods available. Since the hall country.
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Joe Timmer was also a driving force behind polka music at the Bethlehem Musikfest. Largely because of Joe, there have been polka bands at this event for many years. Jolly Joe's own band was featured every year. He made his last appearance at last year's Musikfest. Because of his continous promotion of polka music, Jolly Joe Timmer was elected to the IPA Polka Music Hall of Fame in 1990. Sadly, Jolly Joe passed away on Monday, July 27 at the Alexandria Manor senior living home in Nazareth. He had been suffering from dementia. He was 85 years old. Don't forget to catch the Swingmasters band at one of our September, 2015 appearances. On Sunday, September 6, we will be appearing at the St. Patrick's Church End of Summer Picnic. This event will be held at the South Cass Fire Company in Primrose, PA (Just ouside of Minersville) We will be there from 1 pm until 4 pm. Then, on Sunday, September 13, we will be playing a free concert at the pavillion In Beaver Meadows, PA, from 5 pm until 7 pm. By the way, be sure to tune into "The Polka Connection" radio show on Gem 104 (1490 AM and 94.5 FM) in Hazleton. We're on every Sunday from 10:30 am until 1:00 pm. It's the coolest polka show on the radio. Call in your requests at 570-501-9295.
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The start of a new school year means less time to think about dinner. The good news is, with just a little advance planning and these three easy tips, in no time you'll be whipping up wholesome "A+" meals your family will love. • Stock Your Pantry: Add canned fruits, vegetables, proteins and soups to your back-to-school shopping list. Like home canning, cans seal in foods' natural goodness and nutrition, making hearty, homemade meals simple and delicious. • Involve Kids in Meal Prep: Moms face a number of challenges when trying to get their kids to eat more fruit and vegetables. According to a recent study conducted by Cans Get You Cooking, canned foods help a majority of moms (76 percent) get fruits Mini Tortilla Pizzas and vegetables on the table, and into kids' diets. Another way to encourage kids to eat healthy meals is to include them in meal preparation, which also teaches skills like mea- Ingredients: suring, counting and following directions. Small Corn Tortillas - (not floured) Salsa roni and cheese mixture into a baking dish, Shredded Cheddar Cheese sprinkle with a little more cheese, and put Sour Cream under the broiler for a minute or 2, just until Chopped Green Pepper Sliced Black Olives (optional) cheese is melted. **For a heartier meal, you can add 2 cups Directions: Mound a small amount of cheese on each of diced cooked ham or ground beef. tortilla. Bake on a foil lined tray either in your toaster oven or oven at 350. When cheese melts they are finished. Top with Salsa, sour cream and green peppers.
Easy Crockpot Mac & Cheese Ingredients: 8 ounces elbow macaroni butter, for greasing the slow cooker 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 1 cup evaporated milk 1/2 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese or a Cheddar blend 4 tablespoons butter, melted Directions: Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water following package directions. Drain in a colander and rinse with hot water. Drain well. Generously butter the sides and bottom of a 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker (I use about 2 tablespoons of butter). Combine the macaroni with the remaining ingredients in the slow cooker and blend well. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, stirring a few times. If desired, spoon the cooked maca-
Peach-Mango & Cereal Smoothie Ingredients: 1 container (6 ounces) fat-free peach or pineapple yogurt 1/2 cup whole grain cereal 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen sliced peaches or mango chunks 1 cup fat-free milk 1/2 cup ice, if desired Peach or pineapple slices, additional mango chunks and additional cereal, if desired Directions: In blender, place first 5 ingredients. Cover; blend on high speed about 30 seconds or until smooth. To serve, wet the rims of 2 glasses with a peach or pineapple slice, and divide smoothie between glasses. Garnish with mango chunks and whole pieces of cereal on rim of each glass. Serve immediately.
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Oven-Fried Chicken on a Stick Ingredients: 1 tablespoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons paprika, preferably sweet Hungarian, divided 1 teaspoon onion powder, divided 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided 1 cup buttermilk 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed 2 cups coarse dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs or white Japanese-style panko breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 large egg whites 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Freshly ground pepper to taste Directions: Combine kosher salt, 1 teaspoon paprika and 1/2 teaspoon each onion powder and garlic powder in a large bowl. Add buttermilk and whisk until the salt is completely dissolved and the spices are dispersed in the liquid. Cut chicken lengthwise into about 1-inchwide strips. Add to the marinade and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. (Do not marinate any longer and don’t refrigerate, or the chicken will be too salty.) Combine breadcrumbs, the remaining 1 teaspoon paprika and 1/2 teaspoon each onion powder and garlic powder in a large shallow dish (a 9-by-13-inch baking dish works well). Add 2 tablespoons oil and toss well to coat. Whisk egg whites and mustard in a second large shallow dish. Season both mixtures with pepper. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, then set a large wire rack on it. Coat the rack with cooking spray. Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess, and thread onto six 12-inch bamboo skewers, dividing evenly. Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, coating
both sides. Place in the breadcrumb mixture one at a time, sprinkle with crumbs to cover and press so the coating adheres to both sides. Gently shake off any excess crumbs and place the skewers on the prepared rack. Bake the chicken, turning halfway through, until golden brown and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. Serve the chicken with the honey mustard dipping sauce if desired. Makes 6 servings
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Cinnamon and Aleppo Pepper Braided Loaf Filling: 6 tablespoons butter, softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon crushed Aleppo pepper Bread: 1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix 1 cup warm water 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 egg 1 egg yolk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Directions: Heat oven to 350 F. Prepare 9-by- 5-inch loaf pan with vegetable spray. In small bowl, stir together butter, sugar, flour, cinnamon and Aleppo pepper bowl until well combined. In large bowl, stir together hot roll mix and included yeast packet. Add water, butter, egg and egg yolk; stir until dough forms (dough will be very sticky). Turn out onto well-floured surface and knead 1/2 cup flour in until smooth dough forms, about 5 minutes. Cover and let rest 5 minutes. Roll dough into 20-by-12-inch rectangle. Spread filling evenly over dough surface. Roll up from long end as for cinnamon rolls, pinching seam and ends to seal. Cut log in half lengthwise. Twist pieces together and place in prepared pan in "S" shape, tucking ends under. Cover pan and let rise in warm area 15 minutes. Uncover loaf and bake 30- 35 minutes or until loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool in pan on cooling grid 5 minutes then turn out onto grid to cool completely. Serves: 12-14
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Tree Of Life Music Together: The Importance Of Family Music-Making Now More Than Ever! by Marina Kuchar, Director, Tree of Life Music Together Center Most families are aware of the educational value of music for young children—the topic is often covered in the media, and just a few weeks ago the United States Senate passed the bipartisan Every Child Achieves Act (S. 1177), which includes music education in our nation’s core curriculum. In our local public schools students can participate in music programs. Yet, to be musically prepared to join in confidently, a rich early environment and parental support is essential. That may sound daunting to some parents, but research suggests that even parents who are not confident as musicians can provide their child the music experiences they need during the critical first 5 years, contributing enormously to their child’s music development. Music is not only a mere fun, we know it also helps children develop important skills essential for success in school and in life, such as language, pre-literacy skills, concentration, confidence, self-regulation, and self-esteem. What some people may not realize is that all children are naturally musical. Just as we are all born with the potential to learn to speak and understand language, we also all have the ability, from birth, to be musical. Nurturing this innate ability as early as possible provides the foundation for later success in making music, whether it’s as part of the marching band or simply the confidence to dance at the high school prom. These days, our kids spend more time on screens and have fewer meaningful live human interactions. Thus, it’s even more important to make time for music with your children on a
regular basis. Research strongly supports the notion that even parents who cannot sing in tune can support their child’s music development. As an educator and a mom, I can assure you that your kids do not care how well you carry a tune. All they want is to sing and “do” music with you! And, believe it or not, it’s the doing that truly makes a difference. Take an opportunity of local musical events and festivals that are great for families. Check out the Tamaqua Community Art Center that offers a plethora of musical entertainment and activities. Bring your family out and have fun together at the Strawberry Playhouse in Tuscarora exploring music, dance, and drama. Anna Marie School of Dance in Hazleton offers quality dance instruction. In our Music Together® classes, parents spend quality time with children learning songs and music activities that they can recreate at home. Being an active music maker, you are teaching the power and value of music to your child. The result: a joyful, musical child, enhanced family relationship, and a strong, musical community. You can sign up your child for a FREE DEMO class and decide there if you would like to register for the Fall Semester in Jim Thorpe, Hazleton, and Tamaqua. The classes will resume on September 28th and seats are filling up quickly. We are looking forward to seeing you and your children! Contact the center director, Marina Kuchar. Email write2treeoflife@gmail.com call (570) 778-6413 and check Tree Of Life Music Together facebook page for more information.
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While most flea problem start in the summer, these problems don't get bad until September or October. Fleas are little heat seekers. As it starts getting cold outside, they will hop on the first warm body that goes by (including us humans) and ride on into the house. With the myriad of flea preventative products out there, it can be very confusing as to what you should use. My favorite product this year is the newest form of Frontline, called Tritak. My biggest problem recommending Frontline is the large amount of counterfeit product out there unless you are getting it from your veterinarian. There are a couple of relative new and very expensive flea collars that also work and are relatively safe. Serestro is my favorite item in this group. For those of you who prefer not to put
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Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori Dumpster Or No Dumpster: Back To School Edition by Lori Verderame
Dumpster or No Dumpdumpster? ster™ is now a familiar game 2. Instructional cursive that many play during my writing panels were once TV appearances, at my anposted above chalkboards tiques appraisal events, and in American classrooms. via social media on www. These teaching aids helped Facebook.com/DoctorLori. children learn to write in After developing the game, cursive letters. Some of I play it with folks as a fun you may remember them, way to help guide them but there is a generation of through the process of figmillennials who were never Munsters lunchbox uring out what to trash and taught cursive writing. what’s worth cash! With the introduction of personal computWhen faced with the decision about which ers, teaching cursive writing became a thing items to pitch from a pile of school stuff, of the past. Unlike other valuable classroom which items would you toss? Get ready to items, these cardboard alphabet letter forms choose. Which would you dumpster? can go to the dumpster. They aren’t worth 1. A Munsters TV show lunchbox, circa much! 1970s 3. You have to keep the macaroni picture 2. A classroom set of instructional cursive frame because a child in your life made it writing panels, circa 1960s with love. You can store it for the long term 3. A macaroni picture frame, circa 1980s in a plastic storage bag within a plastic tub to 4. Pokemon trading cards, circa 1990-2000s prevent insects from chewing it up in your 5. A United States history textbook, circa storage area. Value: Sentimental and priceless! 1965 4. Pokemon trading cards, circa 1999-2000s. Some people don’t realize how much mon- Some are valuable today and some are perpetey they are tossing out while cleaning out an uating a longstanding myth. Here is the real attic, basement, storage unit, or vacant home. deal: There are some Pokemon cards like the When you clean out a house and you come holographic version of Charizard from the across old items that you don’t know about first edition printed in 1999 that bring big and don’t know their worth, remember they bucks from collectors. This card in excellent could have significant monetary value. Us- condition can command several hundreds ing the five back to school items above, I will to a few thousand dollars. Most Pokemon guide you as to how to identify the valuables. cards are worth $5 to $50 each. But, another 1. Lunchboxes have been collectible for de- Pokemon card that gets a lot of press is the cades. Since the early 1930s, the lunchtime famous Pikachu Illustrator card. And, this is carryall has been a highly recognizable col- important… this card was purportedly never lectible. In the 1950s when cartoon char- released in English and never sold. It was a acters, celebrities, and athletes appeared on contest prize in Japan. It is believe that fewer lunchboxes, they became traded, collectible, than 5 such cards exist worldwide and some and widely desirable. The Munsters TV show say that each Pikachu Illustrator card is worth lunchbox from the 1970s featuring characters $20,000. In my expert opinion, I don’t think Herman, Lily, and Eddie is a keeper. Value: that card is worth $20,000 because no com$175-$250 parable card has ever been sold. If another Ok, so that was an easy one. What about card like it hasn’t sold for $20,000 then the the other back to school items? Do they make illusive Pikachu Illustrator card isn’t worth the dumpster or not? Remember you only $20,000. Don’t buy the hype. If you find have to decide the fate of five items. Get an good condition Pokemon cards, make sure in-home appraisal first when you are going they don’t end up in the dumpster. through a whole houseful of stuff. Many Lastly, do you pitch the old United States people call on me for help. Ok, let’s continue. history textbook full of out of date informaYou are cleaning out your Aunt Christine’s tion? house and she was an elementary school 5. Like outdated encyclopedias, old history teacher… Do these items get relegated to the textbooks aren’t worth that much to collec-
tors unless they are special editions, series, etc. Most are best used for DIY or interior design projects, scrapbooking, etc. For instance, I’ve seen DIY bookcases made out of a wooden frame and glued together old textbooks and DIY table base of vintage books with a glass top, too. Some people use the colorful, outdated and cheaply printed maps from these books for a decorative wall display with a vintage look. Keep playing Dumpster or No Dumpster™ to discover which items are worth holding on to long term. Welcome Back to School. Celebrity Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and former museum director, Dr. Lori hosts antiques and collectibles appraisal events worldwide. Dr. Lori is the star appraiser on Discovery channel. Visit www.DrLoriV. com/Events, www.Facebook.com/DoctorLori or call (888) 431-1010.
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The Art of Scrimshaw by William Grencavich, III - Sophia Coxe Foundation
For the first time, the Sophia Coxe Foundation is offering an interesting class on the long forgotten art of scrimshaw on September 6th from 11AM to 4PM. As you can see from the schedule below the cost is $50 for the class and $10 for the materials. Lunch is included. While the origin of the word “scrimshaw” is uncertain, it has been used since revolutionary times (scrimshaw is mentioned in “The Spectator, Volume 8” from 1776). It is defined in the 19th century book “On Many Seas: the Life and Exploits of a Yankee Sailor” as “A scrimshaw is any fancy article made by sailors in their leisure hours; engraved whales teeth, baskets, fancy rope work, and the like are all scrimshaws.” Sometimes called the sailor’s art, it’s origins began in an era of the great age of sails over 200 years ago. Life on a whaling vessel was often quite monotonous. As whalers of many
nations explored the oceans of the world, crew members turned their hands to scrimshaw. On these whaling ships, captains kept their crew busy keeping the ship clean and in good repair. However, days at sea were long and there was plenty of idle time, so many sailors felt a desire for artistic expression and created tools to do intricate cavings and etchings. Sailors would often bring their scrimshaw to the different ports to sell or trade for supplies, or bring them home, depending on the price they could get. The first scrimshaw was created on Sperm whale teeth. Early scrimshaw was done with crude sailing needles, and the movement of the ship, as well as the skill of the artist, produced drawings of varying levels of detail and artistry. Originally, candle black, soot or tobacco juice would have been used to bring the etched design into view. Also ink was used that the sailors would bring on before the voyage.
Today, scrimshaw as an art form survives thanks to dedicated artists and hobbyists. Plying their craft on mammoth ivory, pre-embargo elephant ivory, ostrich eggs, and man made materials, the artwork ranges from ornate line art to photo realistic in both black and white and color. This class is for the first time student (ladies, gentleman, and students 16 years of age or older) who would love to explore this fascinating art form. I will take you step by step to create your very own work of art. Using my long time experience as an engraver of precious metals, I will teach you how to apply simple tools, transfer creative articles of scrimshaw. You need not be an experienced artist, you simply need heart and desire to learn. Existing examples of scrimshaw will be on hand for you to see. Join this class for a pleasurable experience into this long forgotten art form. Progressive classes will be schedule throughout the year.
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Because of limited seating, all events and classes require prepaid reservations. which can be made on the website, via mail or in person. Registration Forms for classes can be downloaded from the website, via mail, email or in person. For further information, go to www.sophiacoxefoundation.com or call 570-926-5427.
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Where Is There To G0? What Is There To Do? How About The 8th Annual Bell’ Italia Festival! by Patricia Ann Ignar, Hazleton UNICO Fall is approaching. The children will be returning to school, and families will be getting back into their normal routines – nights filled with homework, and dance or sports practices. Then the weekend comes! Everyone wakes up Saturday and Sunday morning and one of the first conversations of the day starts with, “What shall we do today?” The perfect answer the weekend of September 19th and 20th is to attend the Hazleton UNICO 8th Annual Bell’ Italia Festival! Hazle Township Community Park will be the setting for a weekend filled with tasty foods such as pasta, pizza, pulled pork, roast beef and cheddar, fried dough, just to name a few. Then, fulfill your sweet tooth’s dream with tantalizing specialty pastries to top off your delicious meal. Throughout the day you and your family will be entertained by a strolling accordion player who plays music and sings songs that all ages can enjoy. There will also be shows daily with other forms of live entertainment
including vocalists and local dance and karate performances. If you are wondering what there will be for youngsters, then that is covered, too. This year the festival will have a midway with rides and games for the young and young at heart. For the shoppers in your family, visit the crafters’ area where local artisans will be showing their special talents. And for those tricky tray enthusiasts there will be loads of items for you to try to win. Whether you are free the whole weekend or are working part of the time, the festival should be able to accommodate you with their extensive hours – Saturday ( 19th) 10 AM till 9 PM and Sunday ( 20th) 10 AM till 7 PM. Come enjoy the fall weekend at the Hazleton UNICO 8th Annual Bell’ Italia Festival!
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ALL OR PART OF THIS EVENT ALLOWING UNICO THE ABILITY TO RAISE FUNDS TO GIVE BACK TO THE NEEDY IN OUR COMMUNITY! 1. Get your community service requirement covered. We will offer certificates to all who need to cover your community service; Scouts, upcoming graduates etc. 2. All volunteers will If anyone is interested in becoming a Food Vendor, receive a commemoraCrafter or Midway/Ride Vendor Contact one of the Co-Chair people: tive tee shirt 3. Come out and HELP / Joe Cerullo • (570) 579-4179 • jcerullo@epix.net Enjoy the day / Have Mike DeCosmo • (570) 401-2693 • mdecosmo30@gmail.com some fun. Danny DeMelfi • (570) 455-2728 • danesme@ptd.net
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Brandon's Forever Home Receives State Recognition and serves children throughout Luzerne County. foreverlove@brandonsforeverhome. com 570-926-5117 and www.brandonsforeverhome.com. Here's what board members had to say: Brandon's Forever Home, a 501(c)3 non "We have seen this community come together in profit organization which recently formed time of need and that's what we love so much this year to raise foster and adoption awareness, was chosen for this year's 2015 Older Youth Services Agency of the Year Award. The award was presented in Pittsburgh at the Older Youth Retreat, Thursday August 13, 2015. The Recipients of the award, Founders Lorine and Michael Ogurkis, were honored and humbled to accept the award for their exceptional service and positive impact in the lives of older youth and alumni. Lorine Ogurkis said, “Michael and I were at the University of Pittsburgh to accept the award. We are humbled to be representing every single person who has helped in this process. You were the ones behind us, dropping off beautiful donations, monetary contributions, hours of volunteer service.” Most importantly, to Brittany. You had the courage to come to me when I was her college professor and be the voice of Older Children-aging out of care. You opened our eyes and at the same time opened our hearts. The Ogurkis' have five children, their oldest Brittany and youngest Michael are both adopted Brandon's Forever Home is located on 187 North Church Street in Hazleton
about the Greater Hazleton and NEPA area." —Jeannine Lesante Mazurkiwecz "Both my wife and I are proud to be a part of an organization that makes such a positive impact on the foster care system and this award is well deserved for the accomplishments thus far." —Robert Moore
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Win, Win Style And Savings At Linda's Classy Closet Linda's Classy Closet is a boutique filled with gently used women's clothing and accessories. Many of which are new, next to new , or still with tags on. Nothing is ever in worn condition. Let me begin with how my store operates: • 1st - It's all about the benefits, for you and me! You benefit to earn a few dollars, I benefit by putting classy clothes in my classy closet! Ladies make appointments to bring in unwanted clothing and accessories. This is an easy alternative to dropping your items off at a clothes bin. I purchase my items on the spot! I select the items I feel will fit in my boutique. I then offer you a price for everything I choose. It's a Win-Win for you and me! • 2nd - It's all about the class! You will be
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The Hazleton Area Networking Association (HANA) is hosting their annual “Open House” September 23, 2015, 7:30am at Bonanza Steak House. What this means is that non-member businesses will have an opportunity to see what makes our small group so successful. HANA is looking for business owners wishing to expand their business capabilities and reap the rewards of networking with other business owners. Our meetings are held each Wednesday morning, at Bonanza Steakhouse, in West Hazleton. Meetings start promptly at 7:30AM, and include a generous complimentary breakfast buffet. During the meeting members are able to work on presenting different aspects of their business to other members, and reap the rewards of referrals from other members to grow their own bisinesses. The group has been meeting for about nine years and offers a tremendous advantage over other business networking groups. First and foremost, is the exclusivity factor. HANA only accepts a single member from any given
profession or trade. Once you are voted into the group, you have effectively locked out your competition. The value of the exclusivity component cannot be overstated. The group was originally a chapter of a national organization; however, the membership did not feel the national charter provided the personalized, local attention that our members, clients and customers deserve. The group made a rather bold decision to divest itself from the national organization, and has never looked back. Another important factor, which sets HANA apart from similar organizations, is the fact that we are not a social networking club. While we certainly enjoy each others company, our singular goal is to exchange real business leads...period! This may sound very black and white, but we quite literally have a portion of our meeting devoted to telling the membership what each member is looking for that week, and another segment where various members deliver leads requested from prior meetings. We also have two members speak each week regarding their business. It’s actually quite impressive to see the system in action. While HANA is selective in approving new members, we are opening “The Door” to local business owners that are hungry for
new business. As an invitation only business referral organization, owners and managers of local businesses are normally invited or sponsored. During the “Open House” however, you can attend just by emailing hanamembers@yahoo.com your name, business name and contact information and one of our membership committee chairmen will get back to you to reserve your spot! We ask that you register for the “Open House” no later than September 16th. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to meet other members prior to the start of the regular meeting. Our goal is to generate real business among our exclusive membership, and promote the economic growth of Hazleton and the surrounding communities. If you are looking for dependable, reputable contractors and business contacts, hire a HANA member. Our members have proven track records in the community and are ready to go to work for you. Please note that in conjunction with this article are advertisements from HANA and its current members. If you are a small business ready to grow to the next level, attend our “open House” September 23rd. If that date doesn't work, you are welcome to attend another meeting, as a guest. Hope to see you there!
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How Will Your Taxes Be Affected By Your Wedding? by Alice Horton Taylor, CEO, Honest Abe’s Tax Services Congratulations, you got married! Very few couples think about how getting married affects their taxes. Some couples will come out ahead filing Married Filing Separate. If either of you have children you may probably be used to received Child Tax Credit (children under 17) and/or Earned Income Credit. EIC is based on your earned income and the number of children or other qualifying dependents, but now you have two incomes... will the combined income reduce or totally zero out your EIC? Are one of you self employed? That partner pays SE tax, social security, through the tax return. Will this reduce a refund you normally receive, and that you may have plans for? Do one of you owe back taxes, student loans, child support, etc? When you file Married Filing Joint the spouse who does not owe these debts can find their refund taken for the other partner's debt. There is a filing method to prevent this, Injured Spouse, that will
protect your "portion" of the refund. The government calculates this "portion" based on percent of income, percent of credits, who the children belong to, percent of taxes paid in....you have to wait up to three months to find out what they send you! On the other hand, MFJ may increase your refund. If your spouse does not earn a lot and has a child your refund may be greater than it has in the past! Find out now how your union has affected your return! Come in with the last year return for you and your partner and current year last paystubs to get a feel for what your situation now looks like! Call Honest Abe's Taxes today at 570-861-8297. Honest Abe’s Business & Tax Services, 310 S. Church Street, Ste C-3, Hazleton, PA -- 39 years experience! Contact us today, 570861-8297 or yourtaxpartner@aol.com.
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How To Make Social Security Work For You by John J. Beltrami, Financial Advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Most people who have been employed are eligible for Social Security benefits. You may ask, how much will my benefits be? Well, that is determined by your earnings history, taking into account your top 35 earnings years, adjusted for average wage inflation. When you choose to begin receiving benefits will substantially affect the amount of your monthly payments. You may begin collecting benefits as early as age 62; however, your benefit will be permanently reduced to 70% to 75% of your full benefit. Taking benefits before your full retirement age also permanently reduces any spousal benefit you may be entitled to. For each year after your full retirement age (up until age 70) that you choose to delay taking Social Security, you earn “delayed retirement credits” that increase your future benefit by 8% annually. Moreover, if you continue working and delay taking Social Security, you might increase the earnings on which future Social Security benefits will be calculated. Delaying Social Security benefits isn’t the only way to maximize them. Depending on your age and marital status, you may be able to take advantage of other strategies to make the most of your and your spouse’s benefits. Let’s review one of those examples.
year, and plans to continue working until age 70. To maximize Pam’s benefits and their overall future income, Pam and Tim may want to use the “file and suspend” strategy. Here’s how it might work: Tim will file a standard application for benefits when he is 70 years old. Pam will file a restricted application for only her spousal benefit ($1,181 per month) based on Tim’s earnings record when she is 66 years old. This allows Pam to continue to work and earn delayed retirement credits on her own benefit.
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Pam will file for her own benefit at 70 years old when her approximate benefit would be $2,947. At age 90, Pam will file to collect a widow’s benefit of approximately $5,414 per month. She will continue to collect that benefit until her own passing at age 91. Instead of filing at their current age, Tim and Pam could choose to optimize their Social Security benefits using the “file and suspend” method described previously. Their benefits would increase by 14% or $151,820. We can help you sort through complex Social Security retirement benefit claiming strategies to help you get the most from your benefits.
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by Christy M. DeMelfi, Esq. Many people think that when a person files for bankruptcy, they will lose all their property. That statement is completely false! Because a debtor can assert certain exemptions, most people who file for bankruptcy keep all their property. Basically, if a property is “exempt” then the debtor can keep it. Exemptions can either be asserted on a State or Federal level. In Pennsylvania, most debtors assert Federal exemptions as they are more “friendly”. There are specific Federal exemptions for certain categories of property, such as jewelry (up to $1,450) or household goods, furnishings, clothing, books, musical instruments, animals and crops (up to $550 per item; aggregate total of $11,525). Some items however have special exemptions. Examples of items with their own exemption include: real property (up to $21,625 in equity), a motor vehicle (up to $3,450 in equity) or IRA’s and Roth IRA’s (up to $1,171,650 per person). The main benefit to electing to use Federal exemptions is that there is a Wildcard exemption that can be used to protect ANY asset. The Wildcard can only be used if the exemption against real property is not completely used. If a person does not own any real property or if there is no equity in the real property owned, then a person can exempt up to $10,825 of ANY property. Since the value of property in a bank-
ruptcy estate is the current resale value, most people have nothing which is not exempt! As such, most people who file for bankruptcy keep all their property.
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Combined Insurance: We Pay Cash... When You Need It The Most! by John Reviello, Combined Insurance WE PAY CASH DIRECTLY TO YOU! When you need it the most due to an accident or a sickness on or off the job. Combined Insurance Company has been around for almost 100 years and we are an A+ (superior) rated insurance company rated by the A.M. BEST Company, the world’s oldest and most highly regarded source of insurance company rankings. We are a leader in supplemental insurance products. What is a supplemental insurance product? It is a policy that pays you for an accident or sickness regardless of what your regular health insurance pays. ACA (Obamacare) health care has changed Health
The Law That Protects Your Benefits (NAPSA)-Over the past 40 years, many workers have taken on what can seem like a second job: the responsibility of planning for their own retirement. That's because during that period, a growing number of companies and their employees have switched from traditional pensions to 401(k)s and similar plans. With the rise of these defined contribution plans, America's workers have had to assume the responsibility and the risk of saving, investing and managing their own money. Fortunately, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, commonly known as ERISA, was enacted to protect those workers. Signed into law by President Gerald Ford in 1974, ERISA established standards for private-sector pension and health-benefit plans, increasing protections for plan participants and their families. The U.S. Labor Department enforces the protections provided by ERISA. The U.S. Treasury Department and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation also have roles to play. By 2030, nearly one-fifth of the population will be 65 or older. ERISA will hit that milestone nine years later, but this law isn't anywhere close to retiring. In fact, as America's retired population continues to grow, ERISA will remain the foundation for protecting retirement benefits. Learn more at www.dol.gov/erisa40.
Insurance as we know it. Your income determines how much you will pay for health insurance. Regardless of what your income is, you will still have copays, deductibles and coinsurance - this is above what you will pay monthly for your health insurance. If you use your health insurance there is more out of pocket cost. Let me explain what these out of pocket costs are: copays are an extra fee charged by your doctor when you visit the doctor ($10, $15, $20, etc.) they vary depending on your health plan choice. There are also copays when you go to the ER which are relatively a lot more ($75, $150, etc.). Sometimes, when you go to the ER and are admitted as an in-patient, the copays will be waived. A Deductible is what you have to pay out of pocket before your health insurance starts to pay ($500, $1000, $4000, etc.). Whatever the amount of your deductible, you must pay this amount first and it is an additional
amount of money you pay above your monthly payments for your health insurance. Coinsurance is another cost that you will pay after you meet your deductible (20%,30%,etc.). This is a percentage of the cost that you and the insurance company share after your deductible has been met. Coinsurance does have a total out of pocket cost ($5000, $10000, etc.). This is the maximum amount you will pay out of pocket for the year. Let's face it there is a lot of out of pocket cost one will pay due to an accident or sickness. This is where we can help you with all that added cost. Whatever your needs may be we have a supplemental plan for you. Let us help you get the right coverage you need at the right price. Call me, John Reviello, at 570-499-0504 for the plan that's right for you. WE PAY CASH TO YOU, WHEN YOU NEED IT!
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S.J. Kowalski, Inc: Your Local Trane Comfort Specialist by The Experts at S.J. Kowalski The Trane Comfort Specialist identification means that from installation and service, to customer care and training your Trane Comfort Specialist Dealer is of the highest caliber and committed to providing the very best service possible. Only dealers committed to customer satisfaction and continuing education are able to qualify as certified Trane Comfort Specialists. When you’re looking for durable, energy-efficient furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners and air filtration systems contact S.J. Kowalski, Inc. to help find a system you can depend on. Trane Comfort Specialist is an elite designation which is reviewed annually and given only to Trane’s most exceptional dealers. Let S.J Kowalski, Inc. show you how to
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Master Gardener: Gardeners And The Environment—Pollinator-Friendly Plants by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener The news is replete with environmental problems: global warming, weather extremes, water shortages, invasive plants and insects, colony collapse disorder of honey bees, the disappearance of monarch butterflies, etc. What can an individual gardener do to relieve these problems? Obviously we can’t solve global problems on our own, but we can at least offer some help in our own backyards. For the next few months I will be focusing this column on how gardeners can help planet earth. September is a good time to plant trees, shrubs, and perennials. The air and soil are still warm enough to encourage root growth. Days are cooling and becoming shorter, which relieves young plants from the stress of excessive heat as they get established. Now is the perfect opportunity to help the environment by selecting pollinator-friendly varieties. Pollinators include bees, butterflies, moths, birds, bats, beetles, and flies. They are essential for the production of food, fibers, and medicines. Over 80% of all flowering plants require pollinators to reproduce; 90% of our apple, blueberry, and cherry crops are dependent on bee pollination. Sadly, populations of pollinators have been declining because of loss of natural habitat, use of pesticides, and disease. Gardeners can help to stem this decline by planting pollinator-friendly plants. Native plants form the backbone of polli-
nator-friendly gardens. Researchers have found that native plants are 4 times more attractive to pollinators than non-native species. Natives are also well-adapted to local growing conditions and require little maintenance. Modern hybrids are often bred for showy flowers, which sometimes results in a reduction of nectar and pollen. Flowering trees and shrubs are significant sources of pollen and nectar. Those which bloom in spring are especially important because there are fewer other flowers early in the season. Red and sugar maple, black and pussy willow, flowering dogwood, winterberry holly, and serviceberry are among the earlier blooming pollen sources. Planting for a sequence of bloom is important to keep pollinators fed throughout the growing season. Pennsylvania hosts almost 400 species of native bees. Some of them are active as early as March, others as late as November. Native spring flowers include columbine and phlox. Some of the many flowers blooming in the summer months are anemone, hydrangea, phlox, coreopsis, brown eyed Susan, and lupine. Sweet shrub and lamb’s ear are particularly attractive to bees. Coneflower, lobelia, and aster persist into late summer and fall. Bees are especially attracted to herbs. I often plant herbs with vegetables to draw pollinators to the garden. Although herbs are normally harvested for culinary use before they flower, if you allow them to bloom you will provide a feast for bees and other insects. Flowers planted in drifts or clumps are more attractive to pollinators. Since each flower provides only a small quantity of food, having a large number of flowers in one location summons their attention. I love watching bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds flying from flower to flower as they gather nectar and pollen. Bee
balm is a sure draw for hummingbirds, and, although it becomes rather untidy, I grow it for the sheer joy of seeing these intriguing birds. Providing diversity is also very important. A range of flower shapes and colors attracts a variety of pollinators. Bees seek blue, purple and yellow flowers, especially those which smell sweet. Hummingbirds sip nectar from tubular shaped blossoms. Butterflies prefer platform shaped flowers, such as coneflower and zinnia. Some butterfly larvae feed on specific plants. For example, monarch butterfly caterpillars feed only on milkweed. Larvae of the black swallowtail feed on plants of the carrot family, such as dill and parsley. Providing for these specific needs helps to maintain diversity of species. Choosing plants which feed our pollinators is a great way for gardeners to promote biodiversity and support our environment. Neighbors can band together to include areas of natural habitat on their property and attract even more insects and birds to their area. And, of course, everyone will be able to enjoy watching the beautiful and interesting wildlife they lure to their neighborhoods. To learn more about pollinator-friendly gardening call Luzerne County Extension at 570-825-1701, or see the following Penn State website: http://ento.psu.edu/pollinators/publicoutreach/cert.
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Houck Homes Inc.: A Little Bit About Us Houck Homes Inc. is a family owned business that started in 1961 by Leo Houck. He was formally in the entertainment business (as he called it) running bingo. From 1936 through 1961 when he was engaged in that enterprise he would think up unique prizes such as meat trays, veggie trays, and fruit baskets, and different ways of winning to make the game more interesting. He loved what he did and it showed. However as things go, bingo was closed to privet enterprise in the 1960’s. His interest was peaked by an up and coming new housing industry he believed was affordable, innovative, and futuristic. So he invested in a few homes and started his first sales center outside of Hamburg on old route 22. As the business grew, he helped several others get started in setting up communities to accommodate the homes. To attract more customers he relocated to higher traffic area along route 61. In 1970 he purchased a property in Shoemakersville and set up a new sales center, which is where we are located today. Sadly, in August of 1973 his life was cut short. Attempting to honor him, by carrying on his business Athian, his daughter, purchased it from Verna, her mother. Athian owns and operates Houck Homes alongside her husband Rick Wilson. Rick has an affiliated business, Professional Transporting Incorporated. He can move your home with
TLC, but he does do much more. He will evaluate your site, help obtain permits, coordinate with contractors, assist with installation, and personally move your home. Of course Leo was right! The industry has gone through many changes through the years, from building standards and sizes the compact 8’ wides to the more spacious 10’ wides and on to the cozy and affordable 12’ wides of the 60’s and early 70’s. This evolved into the beautiful well-built 14 and 16 foot wide homes of today. Remembering way back, one of the first double wides he sold was an 8’ wide frame and it folded up and out from each side expanding into an impressive 24’ wide by 54’ long. It had ¼” paneling throughout, large closets, and a modern kitchen with a dining room and 3 bedrooms and a large living room. It is reminiscent of Disney’s Revolving Carousel that features evolving interiors of homes. Today you can have a home delivered to you in sections culminating from 20’ wide up to a whopping 32’ wide by 76’ long. Think of that, 32’x76’, over 2,300 square feet, custom designed with most any convenience you can think of, and it’s affordable! Truly a dream home! Once thought of as inferior to site built homes, the manufactured and modular homes of today are built with quality name
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Unexpected Guests? Organizing Tips For A Guest-Friendly Home (Family Features) You just heard that your mother-in-law is coming for an extended visit. Instead of freaking out because your guest room is currently being used as an oversized storage bin, take advantage of this opportunity to organize the space into a welcoming, comfortable haven for guests - in-laws or otherwise. "Starting the project can be overwhelming, but don't let that be a deterrent for tackling the job," said Lorie Marrero, professional organizer and author of "The Clutter Diet." "Take a look at the overall picture and make a plan of attack." You can create guest-friendly spaces with just a few simple tips:
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867 N. Church St., Hazleton • 455-1441
WE RENT ALL YOUR PARTY NEEDS! Chairs • Tables • Linens Props of All Kinds Cakes • Cupcakes • Cake Pops FOR ALL OCCASSIONS
Serving the Greater Hazleton Area Since 1949
704 Garibaldi Court, Hazleton, PA
570-455-0631
We deliver to Factories, Offices, Schools and Businesses
1298 Keystone Blvd., Pottsville, PA 17901
Thank You For 22 Years of Patronage!
SPECIALIZING IN DOMINICAN CAKES WITH MEREGUE FROSTING
17 E. Broad St., Hazleton
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