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19th Annual Keystone State Hot & Stinky Garlic & Herb Festival—August 24th & 25th Zanolini Nursery & Country Shop in Drums
Wiggle Your Toes.. Follow Your Nose... Give Us A Grin.. The Garlic Is In! You Got Garlic in Your Soul… Mr. Grinch! The Hot & Stinky Garlic & Herb Festival held annually at Zanolini’s Nursery, is the premier event for garlic lovers. This two-day celebration of the wonders of Garlic is the only one of its kind in Drums. Family friendly, fun filled and fragrant! This festival features Northeastern Garlic Farmers, Garlic-Inspired Foods, Local & Organic Agriculture, Marvelous Music, Area Artisans, Small Business Display’s, Pennsylvania Wine Tasting, Chinese Auction, and Crazy Contests! The 8613 Knights of Columbus will be serving Roasted Corn with Garlic Butter & Baked Potatoes! Area garlic growers will have the first of their fresh 2019 crop at the festival. People just can’t get enough of watching the folk cry, dance, and sweat from the spicy food of our Hot Pepper Eating Contest, Saturday at 1pm and Garlic Eating Contest, Sunday at 1pm. Come join the fun!!! Come celebrate the harvest Saturday, August 24th from 11am-6pm and Sunday, August 25th from 11am-5pm at the 19th Annual Keystone State Hot & Stinky Garlic Festival. Bring family and friends out for a “Stink‘in Good Time.” Stop by and enjoy
AUGUST 15th, 16th & 17th some great food with awesome people! It’s a Garlic Lover’s Dream Come True! Make it a fun-filled family weekend… you don’t want to miss out! While you’re enjoying the festival, visit our beautiful Country Shop full of wonderful home and garden accents. This all takes place at Zanolini Nursery on St. Johns Road in Drums. Admission and parking are free. Visit our website at www.zanolininursery. net for a complete schedule of events, featured attractions, and a list of attending vendors. For additional information contact us at 570-788-3152. Like us on Face Book!
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26th Annual Great Pottsville Cruise Saturday, August 10th Downtown Pottsville
The Great Pottsville Cruise 2019 It’s that time again! The 26th Annual Great Pottsville Cruise is set for Saturday, August 10th, 2019. This year’s event will feature a cruise in and car show from 3pm to 8pm, Downtown Pottsville thanks to our sponsors: Pioneer Pole Buildings; Alpine Building Product and Ark Rentals. At the event will be 50/50 drawings, a raffle table, a Chinese auction with thousands of dollars in prizes and gift cards. There will be music from 3 to 5pm with DJ Dave Smith & Spinjammers and Live on stage the oldies band “Shake, Rattle & Soul” from 5 to 8pm sponsored by The Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau and the Schuylkill Valley Corvette Club. Back again is the Hula-Hoop contest along with Special Judges Awards & Trophies sponsored by Pioneer Pole Buildings, Inc. Come join the fun! It’s FREE to spectators. Check out some cool cars, street rods and Corvettes. Local restaurants will be open along with food trailers, so don’t pass up the opportunity for a fun filled day in historic Downtown Pottsville from 3 to 8pm Kick-off the day with pre-registration at
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Outstanding Cuisine • DJ & Live Entertainment Table Decorating Contest with Prizes for Participants Theme: CELEBRATING WOODSTOCK’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY 1:00pm - 6:00pm
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Saturday, September 21, 2019 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Over 200 selected craftsmen from PA and nearby states will be demonstrating and displaying their finest work. A delicious variety of foods prepared for your eating pleasure - all day including breakfast starting at 7:00a.m. Show will be held rain or shine.
$15 per person • $5 Designated Driver $12 Advance Ticket (Available until August 23rd)
Sunday, September 7, 2019
Jerry’s Classic Cars & Collectibles Museum, Cruise Day at 10am. Special hours and reduced admission to museum Cruise Day from 10am to 5pm, 394 South Centre St, Pottsville, your Cruise headquarters. CruiseIn & Car Show registration is $20 per vehicle, which includes gift bag, Yuengling 190th Anniversary Dash Plaque to the first 300 cars/ cruisers. Staging will begin at 3pm. We would like to thank all our corporate sponsors and ask YOU to support them for helping support this community event. Our sponsors are: Pioneer Pole Buildings, Inc.; Alpine Building Products; Ark Rentals; Yuengling Brewery & Gift Shop; CACL Federal Credit Union; Ken’s Tire Inc.; Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau; Schuylkill Valley Corvette Club; Sam-Son Productions and our media partners, WMGH 10.5 and T-102/ WPPA radio; Auto Locator and Schuylkill Plus! magazine. The Great Pottsville Cruise is a Pottsville Lions Club Charities event. For more information call Rich/Rosanna at 570.617.4243 or 570.617.5417 or Jerry at 570.622.9510. Follow us on Facebook!
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OUR 57TH YEAR!
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Hazleton UNICO 2019 Bell'Italia Festival Friday, Saturday & Sunday September 13th, 14th & 15th
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Hazleton Unico Adds Friday To Its Bell’ Italia Festival And Honors Our Veterans by Patricia Ann Ignar, Hazleton UNICO Hazleton UNICO decided to “kick it up a notch” this year for its 12th Annual Bell’ Italia Festival and add Friday night to the weekend of FUN, FOOD, AND ENTERTAINMENT! Our Friday night “Evening Under the Stars” will have something for the young AND the young-at-heart. The festival grounds at Hazle Township Community Park will be open from 6 PM till 9 PM. For the young-at-heart crowd, The Legends, a fabulous rock and roll band will be on stage for a free concert. Come ready to hear golden oldies from artists such as Chuck Berry, The Beach Boys, Del Shannon and the “Doo Wop” music you loved so much. So, wear your dancing shoes, kick up your heels, and relive and relove the sounds and memories you enjoyed back then! For the young, we added a special treat, too. This year we will be showing a free movie for the kids on a huge outdoor screen! The movie will begin at dusk. So, bring your blankets and chairs and stretch out under the stars to watch a great movie with your kids. Plus, the amusement mid-way will be open and available for those who would like to play games or ride the rides. Some food vendors will be open for business, too, so you can grab a bite to eat while you capture the evening filled with FUN, FOOD, AND ENTERTAINMENT – which is always in store for you at the Hazleton UNICO Bell’ Italia Festival! Hazleton UNICO has added another fun event to our festival this year. It is BINGO, but with a little Italian flair…..we call it BA DA BINGO! If you are a BINGO lover watch for our Calendar of Events for the day and time and come play BA DA BINGO with us. As we always say….MARK YOUR CALENDARS for FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH (6 PM – 9 PM), 14TH (10 AM – 8 PM), AND 15TH
(10 AM – 6 PM), 2019 and come to the Hazleton UNICO 12th Annual Bell’ Italia Festival, at Hazle Township Community Park, 141 Community Park Drive, Hazle Township, PA for a THREE DAY WEEKEND filled with delicious food, fun, and great entertainment. Festival Opening Ceremonies on Saturday the 14th at 9:30 AM will focus on honoring veterans. The American Legion and local dignitaries will be on hand. Each veteran will be presented with a plaque generously donated by Jake Ripa of Ripa Jewelers along with a gift bag from Hazleton UNICO as a token of our thanks for his/her honorable service to our country.
Any veteran interested in attending this ceremony should contact Brenda Conway curcio0216@aol.com, 570-582-0275, or Donna Delehanty donahair@ptd.net 570436-8265. Make sure to visit the huge white TRICKY TRAY TENT where you write your name only once and you are off to place your tickets in the prize canisters to make winning easy! Crafters are still welcome to join us! Contact Joe Cerullo at 570-579-4179 or jcerullo@ epix.net. See us on FACEBOOK and visit our site https://unicohazleton.weebly.com. Interested in becoming a member of Hazleton UNICO? Contact us!
Friday September 13th 6 to 9PM Saturday Sunday
September 14th September 15th 10AM to 8PM 10AM to 6PM Hazle Township Community Park 141 Community Park Road, Hazle Twp.
OPENING CEREMONY - Saturday 9:30 AM by American Legion
We Will Honor Veterans of All Past Wars
FOOD! FOOD! FOOD! UNICO Fried Dough • Waffles & Ice Cream • Potato Pancakes Ice Cream • Ethnic Soups • Pierogis • Kielbasa • Meatballs Sausage & Peppers • Bunny’s Hoagies
VENDORS CRAFTERS KIDDIE RIDES TRICKY TRAYS “Legends Oldies Band” 6:00PM–9:30PM PLUS A Free Outdoor Movie for the Kids on the Big Stage Pavilion
ENTERTAINMENT
Legends Oldies Band Tony Angelo Angela Vito Kira lee Danny Farole Tarentella Dancers Vanessa Vicosa Chris Pavlick
CONTESTS
BEST MEATBALLS PASTA EATING FINGERS • BINGO BADA BINGO: TBA
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No. 9 Mine & Museum Annual Labor Day Weekend Old Fashioned Miners' Picnic—September 1st No. 9 Mine & Museum in Landsford
Ethnic Foods, Coal Mine Tours, Music, and Living History Encampment at No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum’s Annual Old Fashioned Labor Day Picnic Sunday, September 1st from 11 AM to 4 PM, the No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum in Lansford will be celebrating Labor Day Weekend with a picnic featuring homemade ethnic foods, coal mine and museum tours, music, and a Living History Encampment. Parking, admission to the grounds, music, and the Living History Encampment are all free to the public. A nominal fee is charged only for the coal mine tour and food at the picnic. This is a great value for families and those looking for a fun day out that won’t break the bank. The Living History Encampment will be on the grounds starting Saturday, the day before the picnic. The Living History Encampment commemorates the 154th anniversary of the ending of the Civil War that occurred earlier in the year. Come out and learn what life was like for soldiers during battle, see what a typical camp looked like, what kinds of dress they wore, and the struggles they faced. The encampment will include period gun firing
No. 9 MINE & MUSEUM
demonstrations, an old-time wash display, and more! Each day visitors can also tour the historic No. 9 Coal Mine which first opened in 1855 and experience what is was like to work in an underground coal mine. Visitors ride 1600’ into the mountain and then begin a fascinating guided walking tour of the oldest continuously operated deep anthracite coal mine in the world. Tourists will see many of the
unique features of the mine including the original 900’ deep elevator shaft, explore the mule way, and see a miner’s hospital cut from solid rock. On the surface, visitors can browse the vast exhibits housed inside the No. 9 Mining Museum, one of the largest in the region. On Sunday only, the Old-Fashioned Labor Day Picnic will be featuring homemade ethnic foods, desserts, and beverages that are common to the coal region. Visitors can eat in the picnic pavilion and take-outs are available. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Shawn Frederickson. The No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum is located at 9 Dock St. in Lansford, PA, only 15 minutes away from historic Jim Thorpe and Tamaqua off US Route 209. Mine tour tickets can be purchased in the gift shop upon arrival. For further information, please call the museum at 570-645-7074 or email no.9minemuseum@gmail.com.
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“A Day of Fun for Family & Friends!”
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10am - 4pm •Ride by Rail 1600’ into the Mountain •Inspect a 900’ Deep Mine Shaft •Explore an Underground Muleway •See a Miner’s Hospital Cut in Stone •Roam the “Wash Shanty” Museum
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August/September 2019
COMMUNITY CALENDAR August 2, 3 & 4 Hobbie Vol. Fire Company Carnival, Friday, August 2, Saturday, August 3 and Sunday, August 4 at 655 E. County Road in Wapwallopen. Homemade Food, Crafts, Games, Dunk Tank, Prizes and Live Entertainment. Friday Events: Hillbilly D’Lux 7 to 11pm; Saturday Events: Garden Tractor Pull 3pm, Kartune 7
to 11pm. Sunday Events: Backyard Horse- cakes, potatoes, toast, fresh fruit, yogurt, shoe Pitch 12pm, Chinese Auction begins at assorted pastries & beverages. Adults - $7, 12:30pm; Drawing at 2:30pm, Tommy Guns Children 4 to 12 - $3, & 3 and under are free. Band 5 to 9pm. Come out and join the fun! Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West August 4 Spruce Street, Hazleton (corner of James & Spruce) invites you to a “Free Hot Lunch” on Join us for our monthly breakfast Sunday, Sunday, August 4 from 12 to 2pm or until August 4 from 8am to 12noon at Good the food runs out. Come enjoy a hot meal, Shepherd Church, 87 S. Hunter Highway in something sweet and great company. Open to Drums. Menu will include eggs (any style), the public. Eat in only, no take-outs please. bacon, ham & sausage (choice of two), pan- We look forward to seeing 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 Institute at 7pm.
SUNDAY, SEPT 8, 2019 • 9am to 4pm Hometown Farmer’s Market, 125 Mahanoy Ave., Tamaqua •SLATES •WREATHS •CANDLES •LAWN STAKES •WOOD CRAFTS •FOOD & MUCH MORE
RAIN OR SHINE • FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING Contact Suzi for more info: 570-943-2707 OR www.hometownfarmersmkt.com
Seybert & 4th Streets, Hazleton • (570) 454-8714
Rev. Anthony Generose, Pastor • Rev. Neftali Feliz Sena, Asst. Pastor
Madonna del Monte 120th Festival August 9th • 10th • 11th
Friday, August 9 • 3-8pm & Saturday, August 10 • 2-8pm: Potato Cakes • Fried Dough • Halushki • Porketta Meatball & Sausage/ Peppers Sandwiches • Steak & Cheese Hoagies Pasta Fagioli • Pizza • Bruchetta • Pierogies • Hot Dogs Cotton Candy • Popcorn • Snow Cones • Drinks
GAMES FOR CHILDREN • GAMES OF CHANCE Sunday, August 11 : Procession following 10:30am Mass BENEDICTION in Chruch Grotto following Procession PASTA & MEATBALL DINNER Church Hall • 11am to 4pm • Eat-In or Take-Out
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Beaver Meadows Community Recreation presents Concerts in the Park, Sunday, August 4 at Memorial Park Beaver Meadows. Refreshments available. Entertainment: North of 40 from 6 to 8pm. Cornhole Tournament: Registration @ 5:30pm. August 9,10 & 11 Madonna del Monte 120th festival at Most Precious Blood Church, Seybert & 4th Streets, Hazleton. Friday, August 9 from 3 to 8pm; Saturday, August 10 from 2 to 8pm; Sunday, August 11 Procession following 10:30am Mass and Benediction in church grotto after Procession. Pasta & Meatball Dinner 11am to 4pm in church hall. Eat in or take out. There will be a variety of food, games for children’s, bake sale, tricky trays, and games of chance. Come join us for this 3-day event. It’s fun for the entire family! August 10 Mifflinville Quasquibicentennial Anniversary Celebration, Saturday, August 10. Town Parade at 11am. Ground Festivities from 12 to 8pm. Community Pulled-Pork Dinner from 1pm till ?. August 17 The annual Emilio Ranieri Motorcycle Ride benefit will be held Saturday, August 17 at the American Legion Post 473, 523 Centre Street, in Freeland. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and ride is at 12 p.m. Following the ride,
there will be food, refreshments, 50/50 tickets, tricky trays and entertainment. Cost is $15/rider, $10/passenger or $10 if attending the event without riding. All proceeds benefit Ava Rose, 5, and Amelia Mae Murray, 2, whose mother, Morgan Karlick, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 22. Anyone interested in making a monetary or tricky tray donation may call 570-636-0921. August 18 Beaver Meadows Community Recreation presents Concerts in the Park, Sunday August 18 at Memorial Park Beaver Meadows. Refreshments available. Entertainment: The Legends 5 to 8pm. Car Show and Tricky Trays. Cornhole Tournament: Registration @ 5:30pm. August 26 The Cranberry Quilt Guild of Hazleton will be featuring a guest speaker when it meets on Monday, August 26. Mary Ann Morgan will be giving a lecture on the art of Huck Cloth Embroidery. She will share information about this procedure. Meetings are held in the fellowship hall of Faith United Church of Christ, off the Hazleton Airport Beltway. Doors open at 6pm, with the meeting held from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Refreshments will be served. September 7 Schuylkill Historical Fire Society Antique Muster, Saturday, September 7 at Schuylkill County Fire Academy, 100 Fireman Road in Frackville. Parade at 10:45am. Pumping Competition, Food, Vendors and Drive a Tiller for $20. For more information, contact Scott Karavitis 201-538-3853 or Kgus1955@ aol.com. To list your event in our
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Area Farmers Markets Add Flavor To The Area Area Farm Markets are one of the special treats we are fortunate to have in our area. While the number of small farms across the country has been reducing over the past half century, we can still enjoy the numerous offerings of many family-owned farms. From savoring fruit and produce at the peak of freshness to meeting the people who grow your food, there are many reasons to support our farm markets. Real Flavor Usually sold within 24 hours of being harvested, fruits and vegetables produced locally are fresher and taste better than produce which has been shipped for a long period of time. Statistics show that produce purchased in supermarkets may have been shipped from distant states and countries traveling an average of 1,300 miles for as many as 7 to 14 days. When eaten at the height of ripeness, one reaps the benefits of the exceptional flavor and nutrients of the produce. At the farmers market you find an amazing array of produce that you don’t see in your average supermarket. More Nutrition Generally speaking, produce that is fresh and local is nutritionally superior to the fruits and veggies in many grocery stores. Many factors affect the nutrient quality of these foods, such as when the crop was harvested, how it was grown, how it was handled and processed, and how long it's been sitting on the supermarket shelf. All of these factors can decrease nutrient quality. Farm-fresh food goes through fewer nutrient-diminishing steps and gets from the earth to your table sooner. This means it is probably richer in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals (thanks to less transport, processing and storage time). As a general rule of thumb if you are not sure what to eat, Just eat a rainbow of color. Enjoy The Seasons Let you taste buds lead you through the seasons. From hot summer days through those cool early fall months, farmers markets are in full swing, yielding a bounty of beautiful, fresh, local produce. As you look forward
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present to sell their crops at the market, and they have a wealth of knowledge to share. They can tell you how it was grown, how much longer it will be available this season, how to grow the same fruits or vegetables in Meet The Farmer your garden, and how to store and prepare When you’re at the market, you can pick the food that you buy. All you have to do is up some produce and talk to the farmer. The ask. You can’t afford not to take advantage of same people who grow the food are usually one-on-one contact with local farmers.
Our Farmers Spotlight Broyan’s Farm Market located in Nescopeck Township, Broyan’s Market is truly a family affair with three generations currently working the farm, Albert, his son Fran and his wife Jen and their children Colton, Logan and Shania. For over 50 years, Broyan’s has offered a full variety of in season produce and fruits. Their store is open year round and includes a full line deli, ice cream, bulk foods and baking products. During the spring months Broyan’s has wide variety of flowers. In addition to their on-site location they can be found during the summer Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Hazle Park and Thursdays on the Square in Wilkes-Barre. Burger’s Farm Market located on St Johns Road in St John’s, Burger’s opens with the first harvest of corn in early July and closes with first snowflake around Thanksgiving. In between they host the Preserves of the Past – Antique farm equipment expo and festival in September and Pumpkin Hay rides in October. In 2008 after nearly 120 years of farming, Burgers joined the Luzerne County Preservation Program ensuring they will be farming long into the future. Burger’s also takes their product to farm markets in Freeland on Wednesdays and Downtown Hazleton on Friday’s throughout the summer.
run by 5th Generation Bryan and the 6th Generation, Matthew, Andrew and Daniel. Ochs is open year-round. They kick off the year with their own Greenhouse flowers and plants. As the year progresses they have a full line of their own fruits and vegetables. As the growing season winds, down they have local apples during the winter, ¼ and ½ custom beef, fresh turkeys and capons. Their store includes bulk foods, baking products and old fashion candies. Pumpkin Hill Produce Farm located on Route 239 halfway between Route 93 and Wapwallopen. As the name suggest Pumpkin has a large assortment of Pumpkins in the fall. There is so much more to Pumpkin Hill Farm. In the spring, they become a destination with Pick Your Own Strawberries. Now in season is sweet corn, peppers and some of biggest onions you can find in the area. As Owner Harry Roinck says “We have great dirt.” Pumpkin Hill is open every day from 8:30 to 7. Seven days a week.
Stemmrich Blueberry Farm located at 71 East Cherry Lane Nescopeck. Known for their Pick You Own Blueberries in July, the bounty continues this year in August. The 2107 growing season has been incredible and there will be blueberries available into early August. New this starting in midAugust will be pick Your Own Peaches. For Ochs Farm Market located on County more information call for details at 570Road in Drums. The Ochs family has been 379-2908. farming since the 1880’s and in 2002 they joined the Luzerne County Preservation Thomas Farm located on St John’s Road in Program to ensure they will continue to continued on page 20 farm the land forever. Today the farm is
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Drums, they were the first farm to join the Luzerne County Land Preservation. Owner Richard Thomas can trace the origins of the farm back to 1845. Open from April through Thanksgiving, Thomas offers a full variety of fresh products including Spring Flowers and Plants, Mums in the fall, their own corn, peppers, tomatoes, and a wide variety of other vegetables. Their offerings also include red, yellow and orange watermelons. Thomas Farm can also be found every Thursday behind the Foster Township Municipal Building. Hometown Farmer’s Market is family owned and operated by the Dunn Family since 1982. This indoor/outdoor market has been doing business since 1950. The market is located south of the Pocono region, 20 miles south of Interstate 81 in the heart of the coal region on Route 54 West, just outside of Tamaqua, PA. They are situated on 15 plus acres with a multitude of vendors and plenty of free parking for all customers. New vendors are always welcome. The market is open year round every Wednesday from 8am to 8pm rain or shine. The market offers a wide variety of items from locally grown quality produce, fresh meats, cheese’s & baked goods, plants, shrubbery & flowers, collectibles & antiques, household items, clothing, pet treats, coins, books, crafts and so much more. There are also plenty of food concessions to choose from throughout the market. With over 300 vendors to browse, you wont leave empty handed! Stop by September 9th from 9am
to 4pm; they are holding their annual fall craft show. This is a rain or shine event with free parking and admission. They hold two craft shows every year in May & September. For more information or if you are interested in becoming a vendor, please contact 570-668-2630 or visit them at www.hometownfarmmkt.com. Zukovich’s Farm Market has been in business since 1997. Family owned and operated by John and Annette Zukovich. They are conveniently located 1 mile West of Skipper Dipper’s, off Route 309, Tamaqua. Open 7 days a week, 9am-6pm now through October. Zukovich’s specializes in home grown fresh fruits and vegetable including their famous sweet corn. They also carry a full line of Wos-Wit products. Zukovich’s is not your ordinary farm market. All fruits and vegetables are beautifully displayed for you to purchase. Sometimes you’ll find fresh cut flowers from the garden and in the fall you will find a huge selection of beautiful pumpkins, gourds and picture perfect corn stalks. After shopping, walk next door to Rough Cut Barbeque, owned and operated by daughter Jacklyn and son in law Dustin Varner. Experience phenomenal smoked pork, chicken, beef and ribs which, by the way, have been smoked in their “on-site” smoker. They also carry fresh cut fries, baked beans, coleslaw and roasted corn on the cob. Get it to go, buy it by the pound, or eat it right there. They are open Friday through Sunday 11am-7pm now through October.
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Save Money On Summer Road Trips (Family Features) If financial constraints are keeping you from exploring the world, it may be time to reassess your approach to travel. From road trips across the country to jaunts across your state, there are plenty of ways to curb costs, so your biggest challenge is finding more days away from the office, not replenishing your bank account. • Make reservations in advance. Shopping early for lodging is one way to save. Give yourself plenty of time to watch deals so you can grab the best one, and if it's possible, be flexible with the travel dates. Shifting your trip by even a day can sometimes make a difference in the rates. • Utilize rewards programs. Shopper loyalty programs make it easy to save money on essential purchases. Not only can you access exclusive card-holder discounts, but you can accumulate rewards points or even earn cash back. For example, with the Shell | Fuel Rewards(r) credit cards, you can save 10 cents per gallon (up to 20 gallons) every time you fill up at Shell, in addition to earning rebates on other qualifying purchases. See store for details or learn more at shell.us/roadtrip. • Share the journey. If your travel party consists of multiple families, consolidate into as few vehicles as you can. This helps minimize costs on everything from gas to per-vehicle admission fees at destinations like national parks. • Pack snacks. Next to lodging, food is the biggest expense you're likely to encounter on a road trip. Consider packing snacks for the road so you can save money while managing your hunger. Alternatively, an option like the Shell | Fuel Rewards Mastercard lets you earn rebates on qualifying purchases made with the card. • Be conscious of your gas mileage. You may not have much of a choice when it comes to which vehicle you'll drive, but paying more attention to your driving habits can stretch your gas tank a little further. Be sure your tires are inflated to the correct pressure. If your vehicle is a gas guzzler, consider renting a more efficient vehicle for the trip. Weigh the additional cost of the rental versus what you may spend in fuel for your personal car before making a decision. • Research attractions. Admission fees to various attractions can really add up, but a little pre-planning can help you capitalize on discount days and other special deals. If your plans are flexible, you can schedule your trip around those offers to capture the same experiences at a significantly lower price tag. Travel doesn't have to drain your wallet. Managing your trips with practical tips like these may even free up enough funds so you can fit in an extra adventure or two.
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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, and/ or both depending on what county your vehicle is registered. Safety inspections can be required at various times depending on the vehicle. All cars, trucks trailers and motorcycle’s require a yearly safety inspection. School buses must be inspected twice a year. In Pennsylvania, all vehicles and light trucks weighing 11,000 pounds or less are required to pass a visual anti tampering check as part of the safety inspection. Vehicles registered as classic or antique are exempt from the anti-tampering portion of the inspection. The visual anti tampering check is simply a visual inspection that verifies the presence of emission related components that were originally installed on the vehicle. There are 42 non emission counties in Pa. In Luzerne county an emission check is required if the vehicle has a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating under 9000 pounds. The emission inspection is a visual inspection plus a gas cap check if applicable as newer cars are now being designed without a gas cap. In many other counties with larger populations a smog check is also performed as part of the emission check. 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 were previously required to be inspected twice a year but the
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regulations now require large trucks to be 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.
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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 what is called an E-safety 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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havioral lessons by watching the adults in their lives. The back-to-school season provides many opportunities to demonstrate compassion and social responsibility. For example, giving back to an organization like The Salvation Army helps provide funding for programs that support the educational needs of children who otherwise may not have access to the same resources. • Research resources for homework help. Discovering your child is struggling in school can be overwhelming. You'll want to be able to pull in help as quickly as possible, so it's a good idea to research resources in your area that can help provide support outside the classroom. Your school likely has some options available, but it's a good idea to also look into tutoring programs and other community services that encourage literacy and study skills as well as provide oneon-one assistance with homework and school assignments. • Get organized. The first few weeks of school typically bring plenty of change and adjustment. You can help manage the stress by creating some structure. Use a wall calendar to keep track of school start and dismissal times, bus pick-up and drop-off times, after school activities and other appointments. Review lunch menus and plan ahead so you're not finding out at bedtime that you need to pack a home lunch in the morning. Stock up on breakfast foods and make time to catch up on laundry before school begins so hunger and wayward socks don't derail your mornings. • Explore extra. curricular programs. With the new school year comes numerous ways to enrich your kids' social and cognitive development. Extra-curricular activities let kids continue practicing skills even after the school bell rings, but in a fun environment so they may not even realize they're still learning and cultivating healthy, safe relationships with friends. In addition to sports and clubs, a wide array of music and art education activities may be available that focus on everything from choir, band and dancing to drawing, writing and acting. • Set goals. Begin the school year by encouraging your children to take ownership and pride in their learning. Talk about goals like reading a certain number of books each month or earning grades that reflect their highest potential. Get kids motivated by designing goal boards or charts that can serve as daily reminders and track their progress. For larger goals, consider setting milestones so they can celebrate progress along the way and stay motivated for a big finish. Learn more about educational and giving opportunities in your community at SalvationArmyUSA.org.
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My job appraisthem to her sister’s ing art, antiques, home. The way she and collectibles at packed the fragile big public events, china was handy. online, and in priShe packed and vate homes in large transported the chinumbers offers me na by car wrapped many opportuniin disposable diaties to learn about pers. The diapers’ and share new and sticky tabs made fascinating ideas Canister sets can be put into untraditional wrapping easy. about storage, dis- yet good use as a bathroom catch-all. Once wrapped, the play, and repurposing of antique and vintage sister packed them tightly in a carry-on roller objects. I learn a lot from my audiences and board suitcase to her sister’s home. The diafrom my clients and I like to spread around pers’ padding and the easily portable suitcase what is a wealth of information about how kept the china protected in transport. others are enjoying their collectibles. Here 3. Use antique and vintage canister sets are some of my favorites: with lids on the bathroom counter or in 1. A client for whom I conducted an in- bathroom linen closet to hold or store toihome appraisal had been a long-time pet letries. For instance, use the large flour or parent. Devastated when a pet member of sugar containers for small washcloths, toothher family passed, she started to host their paste tubes, soap bars, extra toothbrushes, cremated remains in her collection of antique etc. The smaller coffee and tea canisters are lidded tobacco jars. The jars were made of good for pocket-size tissues, travel-size shampewter or silver plate and with the aid of some poo bottles, makeup remover pads and cotton creative display techniques, she kept a photo balls. They offer a nostalgic look displayed on of each pet on the mantle near each jar. My the countertop and, in the linen closet, these client kept the tobacco jar collection on her vintage canisters can keep the chaos of toiletmantle. The jars were lined up in the order ries tidy. When someone opens the linen closthat she purchased or received each jar and et door, the closet looks uniform too. That is placed her oldest pet’s remains in the first jar what my audience member told me she liked she ever collected and continued the tradition about her bright idea. down the line for other pets. Her idea made There are many more bright ideas confor an attractive and heartfelt display. cerning putting your antiques and collectibles 2. Twin sisters shared their late mother’s into everyday use. You can share yours on my china service for 12. Each sister got half of Social media pages at twitter @drloriv, facethe service or an 8-piece place setting for 6 book.com/doctorlori and on youtube.com/ persons. At holiday time, when one sister was drloriv. hosting the entire family for dinner, she wanted to use all of her Mother’s set. So her sister Dr. Lori Verderame is an author and packed up her share of the set and brought award-winning TV personality on History channel’s #1 TV show, The Curse of Oak Island. With a Ph.D. from Penn State University and experience appraising 20,000 antiques every year from audiences nationwide, Dr. Lori presents antique appraisal events and travels the world lecturing about art, museums, and history. Visit www. DrLoriV.com or call (888) 431-1010.
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Simple Steps For Back-To-School Success (Family Features) Finding new clothes and gathering pens, pencils, notebooks and other supplies are always part of the back-to-school fun, but there are other needs and wants to consider when another school year rolls around. This year, make sure you send your student to the classroom with everything he or she requires for a successful transition at any age. From providing cleaner water and better at-home or dorm room organization to nutritious snacks and the latest tech, consider these all-important ideas for enhancing the schooltime experience. Find more tips for a smoother, simpler backto-school season at eLivingtoday.com. • Drink Smarter—Ensure your kids drink smarter this school year by providing cleaner, healthier, great-tasting water from an option like the PUR Advanced Faucet Filtration System. It's certified to reduce more than 70 contaminants, including 99 percent of lead - more than any other brand, according to NSF. Filling up a reusable water bottle with filtered water is also an economical, environmentally friendly way to help your kids stay hydrated all day long. Learn more at PUR.com. • Seating and Storage—During school season, odds and ends can tend to clutter living spaces. Clean up your child's shoes, toys, books, school supplies and more with an option like ClosetMaid's Cubeicals 3-Cube Bench, perfect for adding extra storage for home organization, especially in areas like entryways, playrooms and bedrooms. With a multi-functional storage space featuring three cubbies, the bench is available in multiple colors and can act as both a seating area and organizer. Find more information at ClosetMaid.com. • A Desirable Lunchtime Dip—Packing an everyday lunch is part of the back-to-school routine, and you can make it a fun and flavorful one for your little learner with options like Sabra Hummus Singles, a plant-based snack perfect for kids. Ideal for pairing with lunchbox classics like carrots, cucumbers, tortilla chips or pretzels, they're available in Classic and Roasted Red Pepper flavors to make lunchtime a cinch or simplify after-school snacking. Find more lunchbox inspiration at sabra.com. • Customizable Dorm Room Storage—If you're looking for extra storage space in your dorm room, consider an option like the Closet Maximizer from ClosetMaid. Featuring four shelves and an adjustable, double-hang rod, the system takes about 30 minutes to install and requires no tools. You can further customize the system to fit your needs with accessories like
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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren—We See You! by Missy Nenstiel, Brandon’s Forever Home
When most people think about fostering and adoption, they probably imagine a family taking in a non- biological child or sibling group. What you may not realize is that kinship fostering, or fostering within a biological family, is quite common. When children are removed from a crisis situation family finding first takes place to locate a potential family member for the child to live with. Many times, this is an aunt or uncle or a grandparent. Grandparents play an important role in the lives of the children who come to live with them. In some instances, they take on the responsibility of not one but multiple children in an attempt to keep the family together. They provide the necessary stability
and love for the children while also complying with kinship guidelines within their particular county. According to the U.S. 2010 Census, there were more than 2.7 million households with grandparents raising their grandchildren at that time. Over sixty percent of grandparents raising their grandchildren were still in the work force and 16.3% were living below the poverty level. As grandparents, there may have been no mental, emotional, or financial preparation when they took on the responsibility of raising a grandchild or grandchildren and it can be daunting. Everything, from needing diapers and formula, an appropriate car seat, furniture such as cribs or kids bunk beds, to dealing with an ill child with health and medical concerns, may need to be immediately addressed. As a resource for all foster and adoptive families, Brandon’s Forever Home also acts as a support to any family in which the grandparent is helping to
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raise their grandchildren. We offer a weekly food distribution should they qualify financially, free clothing, hygiene products, and school supplies, seasonal free family activities, a tutoring program, and a community of people to share the journey with. We can also help with car seats and furniture. If you are a grandparent raising a grandchild or know of anyone who is – you are doing an amazing job. You are answering the call to help love children in these difficult times and in most extreme circumstances and WE SEE YOU! Call or visit us! We are here to support the community and help you in any way we can! Fostering is not only a necessity in the community but a source of great joy for those who are willing to open their homes. These are our children and it’s our duty to take care of them. Contact us today for more information on fostering or adoption! bfhinfo@ptd. net.
Four Tips For Preventing Dog Attacks On Mail Carriers
(NAPS)—Can you picture a member of your family attacking a mail carrier? Of course you couldn’t, but it happened 5,714 times last year across the nation. Dearborn, Mich., letter carrier Tameka Toliver recalls being pinned on a porch by a dog that bit her above her knee. “It happened so fast, even with all my training, I barely had time to react,” Toliver said last year. “I’m still scared when I get close to that house because I remember the attack so vividly. It takes a long time to get over the fear.” When a dog attacks a letter carrier, the dog owner could be held liable for all medical expenses, repayment of lost work hours, replacement of the uniform and other costs, which can run into thousands of dollars. The Postal Service places the safety of its employees as a top priority and dedicates a week each April to Dog Bite Awareness. Here are four simple tips to prevent dog bite injuries that should be enforced year-round: • Door Delivery: If a carrier delivers mail or packages to your front door, place your dog in a separate room and close that door before opening the front door. Some dogs burst through screen doors or plate-glass windows to attack visitors. • Electronic Fencing: Although the electronic fence may keep your dog from wandering, it does not protect your Postal Service carrier, who must enter your property to deliver the mail. Even homes with curbside mailboxes may have oversized packages or signature-needed items that require the carrier to approach a doorstep and cross the boundaries of the electronic fence. • Dog in Yard: Make sure your dog is properly restrained on a leash away from where your mail carrier is delivering the mail. Mail delivery service can be interrupted at an address or neighborhood the carrier deems unsafe because of an unrestrained dog. When service is interrupted at an address or neighborhood, all parties involved will have to pick mail up at their local post office. • Tracking: Dog owners who have access to postal notification features such as Informed Delivery (informed delivery.usps.com) for letter mail and package tracking are urged to use this as a way to gauge when the carrier is on his or her way and to ensure their dog is properly restrained.
New Format For The 2019 Downtown Hazleton Classic Car Cruise-In The 2019 Downtown Hazleton Classic Car Cruise-In will take place in Downtown Hazleton on Friday, August 2nd , rain or shine, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Cruise-In, coordinated by the Downtown Committee of the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce, is sponsored by Hazle Drugs, Jimmy’s Hot Dogs and Pete Keselicka State Farm Agency. This fun summer event will happen in conjunction with activities planned for the August First Friday. The new format has two designated parking lots with entertainment in each location for car lovers to display their cars. On Cruise night, the classic vehicles enter from Wyoming Street onto Chestnut with the Welcome Tent located on Chestnut across from the BB&T drive thru, starting at 5 PM. The first 100 cars will receive a Dash Plaque and be entered into win some great prizes. There are two lots to display vehicles: the first is on Chestnut on other side of BB& T drive –thru thanks to support of from Lackawanna College and City of Hazleton, the second lot is located at Pine and Broad street, thanks to Bill Joyce and Joyce Insurance. We will use both locations for car owners to display their cars. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Tony and the local favorites, “the Legends”. Bring your family and your chairs to enjoy a fun summer evening outside. Bill Spear, chairman of the Downtown Committee states, “We are grateful to all of our sponsors, cooperating partners and local
businesses to help make the Cruise-In happen each year. Having the event in coordination with First Friday offers a wider variety of activities for all. Family friendly events like these help bring the community to the downtown. The new format and entertainment in both lots will make for a safe and pleasing environment for all.” In addition to the Standard Speaker, GEM 104, News, SSPTV, and WYLN are also media sponsors. Attendees will enjoy free parking at meters and city lots including the parking garage on Wyoming Street beginning at 5:00 p.m. the day of the cruise. For additional information on the Downtown Hazleton Car Cruise-In, call the Chamber office at 4551509 or email info@hazletonchamber.org.
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Baseball History’s Most Underrated Third Baseman: Harlond Clift by Rev. Connell A. McHugh For many decades in Baseball history few third basemen were known for their power hitting. In the “Deadball Era” of the early 1900s, Frank “Home Run” Baker led the American League in home runs from 1911 -14, hitting 11,10, 12 and 9. Hall of Famer Baker finished his career with a .307 average, a .442 slugging percentage and an average of 1.6 home runs per 100 at bats. The only other third baseman renowned for his hitting was another Hall of Famer, Harold Joseph “pie” Traynor who played from 1920 through 1935and also in 1937. Traynor was admittedly a great hitter with, however, only moderate power, He had a career average of .320, a slugging percentage of .435 and 58 career home runs. He never hit 10 or more in
any one season. He averaged only 0.8 home runs per 100 at bats. Harlond Clift was born August 12, 1912 and made his debut with the St. Louis Browns on April 17, 1934. I think he deserves to be regarded as the first power hitting third baseman who paved the way for such slugging third basemen as Al Rosen, Ken Boyer, George Brett, Graig Nettles, Ron Santo and the two top power hitting third basemen of all-time, Mike Schmidt and Eddie Matthews. One of the main reasons that Harlond Clift is not well known is that he played for two of the worst teams in Baseball, the St. Louis Browns and the Washington Senators. Harlond Clift finished his career with a .272 average, 178 home runs, 829 RBIs and a .441
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slugging percentage. He also was regarded as an excellent fielding third baseman. Clift played for the Browns from 1934-43 and the Senators from 194345. Despite being both a fine offensive and defensive player, Clift was selected to play in only one All-Star game, 1937. Playing with weak teams likely hindered Clift from playing in other All-Star games. Defensively, Clift was involved in 50 double plays and had 405 assists in 1936, records that lasted until 1975. Offensively, Clift was noted for his patience at the plate. In his Rookie season of 1934, he hit.260 with 14 home runs and had 58 RBIs as the Browns leadoff hitter. After a slow start in 1935 (he was hitting .227 at the end of June), Clift finished strongly, batting .295 with 11 home runs and 69 RBIs and for the second straight year scored 100 runs. Clift had another fine year in 1936, batting .302 with 20 home runs, 73 RBIs and 145 runs scored. He had a great on base percentage and drew 115 walks. His slugging percentage was .515, great for that Baseball period. In 1937, despite the Browns horrendous 46-108 record, Clift had another strong season hitting .306 with 29 home runs. This was a Major League record for third basemen at the time and 118 RBIs. The 1937 season was
the only one in which Clift, as stated, was selected to the All-Star game., Yankee Manager, Joe McCarthy handled the American League All-Star team and started 5 of his own players. Clift never got in the game. Harlond Clift had another wonderful year in 1938 breaking his own home run record of 29 with 34. This was the first time a third baseman hit 30 or more home runs. Clift also batted .290 and matched his RBI total of the previous season with 118. The Sporting News, however, selected Red Rolfe of the Yankees as the American League’s top third baseman of the year, despite Clift’s having better statistics. The following three years Clift’s statistics slipped, but he still had a composite average of .266 and 17 home runs. At only 29, his future still looked bright. Unfortunately, Clift was traded from the Browns to the Senators in 1943. As fate would have it, the Browns under Luke Sewell won their lone pennant in 1944. A severe case of mumps and a horseback riding accident curtailed Clift’s productivity in his final 3 Major League seasons. In 1946, and 1947, Clift played Minor League Class B ball for his hometown of Yakima, Washington and regained his batting stroke hitting.307 and .337 respectively. Clift was very disappointed when the Browns became the Baltimore Orioles in 1954 and the Senators the Twins in 1961. He looked upon himself as a man without a team. At one time, Clift owned a 50,000 acre farm but eventually lost it. His wife predeceased him, and he later lived alone in a mobile trailer park supported only by Social Security and a small Pension from the Association of Professional Baseball Players of America. When he received an invitation to a Mets Oldtimers Game in 1977, he was touched that some people still remembered him.
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Sophia Coxe Education Center by Bryan Dunnigan, Blacksmith & Educational Coordinator for Sophia Coxe Foundation The Education Center was started in 2015 to assist the Foundation with financial support. Classes and lectures are informative and interesting; many dealing with skills and crafts from generations past. The Blacksmithing classes have generated a great deal of interest. Our Introduction to Blacksmithing Class includes a narrative per-
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AUGUST SCHEDULE OF EVENTS & CLASSES Sun., Aug 4th – 1-4 PM – $8/PP – 150th ANNIVERSARY HOUSE TOURS – The first tour is 1-2:30 PM and the second is 2:30-4 PM. Tours start on time. Come and enjoy the history of the Coxe family and the charm of this grand Victorian home. Light refreshments served. RSVP PLEASE!! Contact Bryan Dunnigan, Education Coordinator at 570-956-6706 for reservations and information. Sat., Aug 10th – 11-4 PM – $50/PP – BLACKSMITHING - BUILDING A BACKYARD FORGE – This class is for anyone interested in blacksmithing. You will learn how to construct a lowcost backyard forge, using materials purchased locally. See our forge in operation. Plans and materials list included. Lunch provided. Prepaid reservation by August 8th. Contact Bryan Dunnigan, blacksmith, at 570-956-6706 for reservation and/or more information.
proficient at blacksmithing. Our Ladysmithing Class is designed especially for ladies who wish to explore the artistic and creative side of blacksmithing. A special class, building a Backyard Forge, explains how to fabricate a functional forge at minimal expense. (See this class being offered in August’s Schedule of Events listed below.) Classes run May through October on weekends. Check our schedule on our website and/or face book (lots of pictures from various previous classes!) Students are welcome from ages 15 through senior citizens – any and all who have the heart and desire to learn! One on one classes are also available to students who would like additional instruction. Cost for classes are most reasonable with lunch included. For more information and/or to register for a class, contact Bryan Dunnigan, Blacksmith and Educational Coordinator, at 570956-6706.
Sun., Aug 18th – 9-12 PM – FREE – BLACKSMITHING OPEN HOUSE DEMONSTRATIONS – This is for anyone interested in the art of blacksmithing. Light refreshments served. Reservation by August 15th. Contact Bryan Dunnigan, blacksmith, at 570-956-6706 for reservation and/or more information. Sun., Aug 18th – 6PM – $15/PP – A NIGHT WITH J.D. SALINGER – Pass through the doors of the historic Sophia Coxe House and enter the world of one of American literature’s most captivating figures, as imaginative actor Bobby Maso present “A Night With Salinger”. See Bobby transforming J.D. Salinger, author of the internationally known tale, “The Catcher in the Rye”. This brilliant writer, who is almost as famous for being a recluse as he is the creator of various works of art, shunned fame and notoriety when his celebrity had just reached its height, causing increased interest in his work. Hear recitations of several of Salinger’s best known tales and enjoy this next installment the American Literary Series. For further information, contact Karen at 570-956-3881 or make reservations at http://www.sophiacoxefoundation.com. Sun., Aug 25th – 2PM – $20/PP – VICTORIAN HIGH TEA – Take a break this summer and enjoy the pleasure of a Victorian high tea at the beautiful Sophia Coxe House. Savor the home made soup, a refreshing salad, luscious tea sandwiches, desserts and of course tea. Learn about the wonderful life of Sophia Coxe. For further information, contact Karen at 570-956-3881 or make reservations at http://www.sophiacoxefoundation.com. Sun., Sept 1st – 1-4 PM – $8/PP – 150th ANNIVERSARY HOUSE TOURS – The first tour is 1-2:30 PM and the second is 2:30-4 PM. Tours start on time. Come and enjoy the history of the Coxe family and the charm of this grand Victorian home. Light refreshments served. RSVP PLEASE!! Contact Bryan Dunnigan, Education Coordinator at 570-956-6706 for reservations and information. You can send a check for an event and/or Associate Membership to the Sophia Coxe Foundation, 2207 Route 940, PO Box 235, Drifton, PA 18221; or go to the sophiacoxefoundation.com and pay thru PayPal. Reserve early as seating is limited and you don’t want to miss all the good food and fun. For further information call Karen at 570-956-3881.
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The Greater Hazleton Concert Series Announces Its 84th Season Celebrating 84 years of outstanding performances, The Greater Hazleton Concert Series, a non-profit, community-based organization, continues to offer top quality, professional, entertainment at reasonable prices. The 2019-2020 season will feature six exciting, professional, concerts for just $100! That is just $16.66 per concert! The season will open on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2019, with The Temptations Review with Nate Evans. Fine-tuned choreography and finer harmonies, the Temptations became the definitive voice group of the 1960’s. One of Motown’s best, they tackled lush pop and politically charged funk and were significant in the evolution of R&B and Soul. Lead singer Rock & Roll inductee Evans only recognized original member who heads up a tribute that exemplifies their integrity. “My Girl”, “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone”. On Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, the season
continues with The Four Italian Tenors. Direct from Italy, they perform arias and songs of all generations of world class tenors and present these classics with penache, verve and vivacity, all in their own inimitable style. Fusing Italian wit and charm, with romanticism, lyricism, dramatic flair and operative style, these young men are a sensation. The National Dance Company of Siberia will perform on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019. Founded in 1965, they have wowed audiences worldwide with their colorful and expressive traditional Folk and virtuosic performances. The remarkable jumps and pirouettes by the men, the graceful smooth gliding movements of the women, the leaping and twirling, and gymnastic feats lead up to a dashing spirit of fire and electrifying tension. Never leave spectators indifferent, 50 dancers. Authentic costumes. The 2020 portion of the season will open on Thursday, February 13th with the Siberian State Symphony Orchestra. Founded in
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1997, the State Symphony of Russia embarks on an 8-week tour of the U.S. The orchestra quickly won the reputation as one of the best coming from Russia and plays with the finest soloists throughout the world. Conducted by maestro Vladimir Lande, who is also artistic director of the Siberian State Symphony, Lande also is music director and conductor of the Washington soloists Chamber orchestra and COSMOC. He records for Naxos. Tchaikovsky program. The season continues Tuesday, March 24, 2020, with The Doowop Project. The group begins at the beginning tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of 5 guys signing tight harmonies on a street corner to the biggest radio hits of all times. DWP takes you on a journey from groups like the Crests, Belmonts, Flamingos, Smokey Robinson, The Four Freshmen, through DooWoplified versions of Michael Jackson, Jason Mraz and Moroon. Featuring current and former stars of Broadway’s smash hits Jersey Boys and Motown. Unparalleled authenticity of sound. Synco Romantico will close the season on Thursday, April 23, 2020. Featuring the silky voice of Canada’s Marc Devigne and the sultry sweetness of Adi Cohen, the runner-up of the Israeli edition of American Idol, timeless pop standards and Latin jazz interpreted with emotional punch, a most beautiful international repertoire will be presented. Sung in four different languages. Hear “Volare”,” Nature Boy”, “As Time Goes By”, Quando, Quando”, “Moon River”. Produced and directed by world-renowned Tomer Adaddi. A Concert Series subscription provides admission to six great performances at a cost of $100 for adults, $50 for students, and $225 for family subscriptions. No additional fees are applied to the purchase of tickets. All concerts begin at 7:30 PM at the Hazleton High School Auditorium (1601 W. 23rd Street, Hazleton, PA) where convenient, lighted parking is free, and the drive is short. For detailed concert descriptions visit the Greater Hazleton Concert Series website, www.hazletonconcertseries.org. Subscription brochures are available on the web site or by calling Amelia at 570-788-4864, or Cynthia at 570-579-7110. For up to the minute information on the series, like us on Facebook.
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THE FOUR ITALIAN TENORS October 10, 2019
THE NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY OF SIBERIA November 20, 2019
SIBERIAN STATE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA February 13, 2020
THE DOO WOP PROJECT March 24, 2020
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7 Ideas To Give Your Barbecue The Ultimate Flavor Boost (BPT) - When the temps heat up, home cooks look for lighter, more refreshing food and drinks that still pack a nutritional punch. The cranberry is just the thing - a tangy fruit that adds flavorful zing to sweet and savory recipes. Available dried, frozen, as juice or sauce, cranberries are a good source of Vitamin C and have fiber and antioxidants as well. Offering big health benefits in a little package, cranberries are full of polyphenols not commonly found in other fruits. You can enjoy their robust flavor while boosting your
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Gardening can be trying at times. Excessive rain, for example, makes it difficult to plant and care for gardens, and the lack of sun slows plant development. Insects and disease require prompt treatment to avoid serious problems. But one of the most heartbreaking experiences is finding your garden devoured by critters. Unfortunately, I’ve had a lot of experience with garden critters, especially groundhogs. These mammals are also known as woodchucks or whistle pigs. (According to the literature they can actually whistle, but I have never heard one.) In my mind they are simply “the enemy.” Unlike rabbits, they don’t “share” your garden; they can wipe it out. Several years ago they ate four rows of bean plants in my garden in one night. Last year they spared my vegetable garden but ate all of the columbine and parsley planted near the house. They eat a variety of vegetables and grasses. Some of their favorite foods include beans, peas, carrot tops, and clover. Extension literature indicates that they are especially fond of tomatoes, but in my experience they rarely bother mature tomatoes, squash, or peppers. In very dry years, however, they have eaten
some of the fruit of these veggies, probably for their moisture. I frequently see them eating clover and am grateful that we have an abundant supply of that in our lawn, hoping that it will satisfy their hunger. Groundhogs are actually members of the squirrel family. Adults are 16 to 20 inches long and weigh 5 to 10 pounds. They are brownish-gray in color and their front feet have long, curved claws for digging. They usually make their burrows in open farmland or brushy areas near open land. They also dig near buildings, tree bases, stone walls, and foundations. They love burrowing under sheds and porches. Their burrows can be as deep as 5 feet. The entranceway is usually 10 to 12 inches in diameter with a mound of excavated earth. After a steep descent, the burrow levels off and a single nest chamber for sleeping and raising young is formed at the end. There are additional “rooms” along the tunnel for use as toilet areas. There is also always at least one escape burrow. This network of tunnels can range from 8 to 66 feet and is used for several years.
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Groundhogs live for 3 to 4 years. They breed in March and April and have a single litter of 2 to 6 young. They hibernate in winter, usually emerging in late February or March. They feed in early morning and evening and sleep in their burrows at night. They sometimes bask in the sun on warm days. They also stay close to home, ranging only 50 to 150 feet from their burrows. Damage control of groundhogs is difficult. Fencing with heavy poultry wire can protect gardens, but it must extend below the soil line about 12 inches to prevent burrowing and be at least 3 feet high to prevent climbing. Adding an electric wire is recommended. The most effective control for homeowners is trapping or shooting the critters. It is legal to shoot groundhogs at any time of the year if they are damaging property; however, shooting is usually prohibited in populous areas. Kill traps are very effective. If captured in a live trap, groundhogs should be humanely euthanized or released in another area of the landowner’s property. The Game Commission forbids releasing them to other properties because they can carry rabies.
Groundhogs are very destructive and persistent pests. Once you have them, it is extremely difficult to get rid of them. One moved under our porch a few years ago, and we have had serious problems ever since. We are blessed with a kind and skillful neighbor who has trapped them for us, but we keep getting more. This year, he trapped 10 groundhogs of various sizes living under the porch! Another kind neighbor told us that an electronic repeller has worked for them, so we set up two of them near the porch in the hope of warding off new intruders. Time will tell if they really work. In the meantime, I’ll continue to cheer quietly when I see certain roadkill.
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Get Back to the Dentist before you go “Back to School” by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. Well it’s that time of the year again! It seems as if it were only yesterday that we were grilling for the first time with the roar of fireworks off in the distance on the 4th of July. Sadly, the Summer seems to fly by once we move past the 4th of July. A seemingly quick-moving Summer also ushers in another reality – Back to School! From the early days of Summer the media floods the market with early “Back to School” ads. I often remember the commercial with parents riding on shopping carts loading them with school supplies for their children all to the tune of “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”. To many parents it is joyful while to others it is not. Being a Father of a 20 month old daughter, it is unimaginable. Going back to school is more than school supplies, new wardrobes and required immunization. Routine preventative visits to your Dentist are of utmost importance at all times and this should be kept in mind for children of all ages. Prior to your child’s return to school, a back to school preventative dental cleaning and checkup appointment should be scheduled. It is so easy to get caught up in
cookouts, vacations, and just plain enjoying the great outdoors that you can readily lose sight of such a vitally essential appointment to your child’s overall health and well-being. Honestly speaking, Back-to-School dental care begins from the first day of Summer break. A parent’s supervision and positive reinforcement of a child’s homecare is crucial. Demonstrating proper brushing technique twice daily and regular flossing to your children will most assuredly deter the occurrence of cavities as well as gum issues. Children who are involved in sports or are very athletic often times will reach for sports drinks which tend to be sugar-laden to promote a higher degree of energy. Offer your children a healthier alternative such as organic, natural juices which are free of the chemicals and preservatives which are frequently contained in sports drinks. While your children are engaged in sporting activities or playing aggressively such as trampolines which are becoming increasingly popular, use of a mouthguard is a must. An ounce of prevention is certainly worth a pound of cure. You can never be too cautious when considering your child’s teeth. Preventable occurrences at this age will positively lay a strong foundation for healthy teeth and gums in adulthood. Please be sure to coordinate your child’s appointment well in advance to assure securing a dental appointment prior to going back to school. Make this appointment an annual event so as to prevent the inability to receive one at the last minute. Schools require students to have a clean bill of dental health from their Dentist. Parents must be able to prove that their child is free of any dental issues or is, at the very least, undergoing corrective dental measures. Schools require this as parents and teachers are not trained to recognize dental issues in children. Preventative
dental cleanings and checkups prior to your child’s return to school are crucial to detect dental problems and address these issues prior to going back to school. A staggering 52 million school hours are lost each year due to children’s dental issues which could have been avoided had parent’s taken their children to the Dentist prior to the beginning of the school year to detect and treat their dental concerns. Statistics estimate that this number may rise to 54 million hours this school year. Fluoride application and sealant placements are instrumental in preventing tooth decay and are advisable prior to your child’s return to school. Removal of decay and placement of fillings will also contribute to an uninterrupted dental school year due to dental issues. Decay never disappears on its own. It must be eradicated far in advance of it entering the nerve of the tooth causing excruciating pain like no other. Trust me, when your child is in pain, so too are you. Parents, I cannot stress the importance of early dental preparedness and prevention prior to your child’s return to school. This should not be looked upon as a school requirement, but a parental obligation to your child to assure an issue-free and pain-free school year for them. This will most assuredly pay off for them for the long term even as adults and then even when they are parents themselves. I encourage you to contact my office at 570-443-9892 so we may assist you in scheduling a convenient appointment for your family.
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Back To School, Are Your Kids Ready? by James Deom OD MPH FAAO, Hazleton Eye Specialists Backpack, shoes, clothes, check, but has your child had a comprehensive eye exam? Whether your child is just starting pre-school or entering college, it is important to ensure that his or her eyes are ready to work. When a child first enters school, he or she must learn to read and once this is accomplished, read to learn. The eyes are critical to this process. Not only must a child’s eyes have clarity, but they must also work in tandem with each other to be able to properly focus at both near and far distances simultaneously. While school vision screenings generally check a child’s eyesight at distance, this does not constitute a full eye exam. At the eye doctor, a child’s vision is checked at both distance and near along with color and 3-D vision. How well the eyes work together is also assessed. In approximately 10% of children, a child’s eyes cannot pull into their nose. This condition is known as conver-
gence insufficiency and can cause a child to avoid near work as it can cause headaches, eye strain, and double vision. How can a child do their homework if it causes them discomfort? Short answer, they will avoid doing it! Fortunately, convergence insufficiency can be corrected for via vision therapy. Vision therapy is a series of eye muscle exercises administered by a vision therapist to help retrain the eyes to work together in tandem. This type of therapy can also help with other types of eye muscle dysfunction and focusing problems. Focusing can be an issue for children and we are not talking about their attention span. Some children’s eyes are unable to successfully engage or relax their focusing system thus causing blurry or strained vision. (Think of a camera that continues to focus but never finds clarity). In some cases, this issue can be corrected for by wearing glasses full time while others require vision therapy to help reorient the eye’s focusing system.
Ocular health assessment is another critical portion of an eye exam. This inspection of the front and back of the eye is done via a specialized microscope called a slit lamp. Once the eyes are fully checked by the child’s eye doctor, the doctor will determine how often the child should be re-examined. It is important to have a child continue to have their eyes checked as they grow to ensure no change in prescription or health. It is imperative to have a child’s eyes checked as certain conditions cannot be corrected for later in life and can hinder visual prognosis if not treated for at a young age. Visual impairments can delay a child’s ability to learn and interact with their world. Please do not let your child’s eyes go uncheck. Call Hazleton Eye Specialists today to schedule your child’s eye exam and while you are there, why not have your eyes checked too?
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Are You Discouraged? by John Degenhart, DC Are you down? Are you frustrated? Everybody is, at times. And two big mistakes I’ve observed is that when we are discouraged, first of all, we maximize the bad that is going on in our life, and we minimize the good that is going on in our life. I want you to do what Elijah did. He was suicidal, but he had a good meal, had a good night’s rest, and woke up with a better attitude. He started to see things more accurately, and gradually the good thoughts overcame his bad thoughts.
Most Sunscreens Bamboozle Consumers by Stephen Schleicher, MD. This the headline that appeared in the New York Post. And so appropriate now that summer is upon us. Turns out the FDA finally released an analysis of sunscreens (only took some 40 years), Their verdict: some sunscreen ingredients may not work and may even be dangerous. Take the widely used sunscreen ingredient called oxybenzone which can be absorbed through the skin and just might harm overall health. A bit scary. Indeed, according to the FDA, only TWO sunscreen ingredients can be generally recognized as safe: zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. As my patients can attest, these mineral-based sunscreens are the only ones that I have been recommending for years. As an added benefit: neither zinc oxide nor titanium dioxide appear harmful to the environment. Other sunscreen ingredients may damage coral reefs which provide food and shelter to a vast amount of marine life. Each year Consumer Reports rates sunscreens. Number 1 this year: La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Melt-in Sunscreen Milk. My take: contains undesirable chemicals and costs some $30 a tube! Better to check the web site reviews.com which only includes non-chemical sunscreens. Their best all-around pick: Alba Botanica Sensitive Fragrance Free Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30. Slightly smaller tube but under $7 on amazon.
You know, sometimes I feel like I’m letting God down. Like I don’t see big things resulting from my life. But he’s teaching me, it’s the little things that are important too. I try to give my best every day, one day at a time, to my wife, my kids, my patients and my God. Some people will ask me, “But I don’t hear God talk to me, how do you?” I have found two powerful tools in my life. First of all, I must turn my mind and heart open to God. I go for walks, no headphones, I just clear my mind, pray about different situations, and God gives me clarity in my decisions. Secondly, I turn off all the disturbances around me. People are literally lost without social media. I advise to use electronics less; less TV, less cell phones, less texting, less emails, less Facebook… Our God is a gentle God. He tells us if we are burdened and our load is heavy. To come to him,
his yoke is light, he will carry our burdens. He is gentle, he will love and forgive us. But we have to turn off society, make quiet time to still our hearts, then you will hear God’s voice in your life. So if you are discouraged, take heart, it is a momentary feeling. This will pass. Quiet your life, don’t maximize the bad and minimize the good. God will show you how being diligent in the little things will eventually grive you a great life. And when you hear his voice, do it, just do it. If he tells you to forgive, to love, to call somebody, just do it. People hear his voice but their rational mind clouds their heart and they say, “But I can’t forgive”. And they live an angry, discouraged life. When you hear God’s voice, just do it, and you will be free, and no longer discouraged. Love Ya!
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The Laurels Senior Living Community “Where our Family of Residents Come First!” August 2019 Laurels 16th Annual Family Reunion Saturday, August 24th Family is very important to us at the Laurels, our facility is operated by family and we strive to welcome and include many generations in our resident’s everyday activities as well as our many special events. Each year we have a special reunion to bring our very
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Reducing The Risk Of Skin Cancer by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers Being out in the sunshine is a summertime tradition. Research shows that a majority of seniors rank being outside as one of the activities that bring them the most joy. But it’s important to practice sun safety when it comes to protecting our skin and enjoying the long summer days safely. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and is the most preventable. For seniors, these prevention strategies are even more important than at any other age. For most people, skin cancer is a result of a series of sun damage events that occur throughout one’s life. It makes sense that someone with more years of living would be exposed to more sun damage over time. Every suntan and sunburn has the potential to contribute to future skin cancer. Factor in the increase in outdoor activity that some seniors embrace in retirement, and the fact that older adults have more sensitive skin, and it’s easy to see why skin cancer may be a concern for older adults. Taking a few precautions to prevent skin damage can allow seniors to continue to enjoy the sunshine without worry: • Avoiding the hottest time of the day – From 10am-4pm, the sun’s rays are the most intense. To avoid too much sun exposure, seniors should plan outdoor activities for the morning or evening. Seniors worried about dehydration, which can be made worse by excessive sweating, should also avoid being outside during the hottest part of the day. • Having the appropriate cover – Planning ahead to ensure that there will be shade available is an important step to avoiding sun damage. For outside activities that don’t take place in areas with accessible shade, a hat or parasol can provide some protection. Sunsafe clothing can also help – this can include long sleeve shirts and/or long pants. And, it’s important for seniors to build the habit of always wearing sunglasses when they are outside. • Remembering to use sunblock – For seniors that will be spending any time exposed to the sun, sunblock that is at least SPF 30 is a necessity. Sunblock should be re-applied every two hours and immediately after water activities. • Practicing medication safety – Seniors should talk to their physician about medica-
tions before participating in outdoor activities. Some prescriptions can cause increased sun sensitivity, and additional precautions may be necessary. Knowing the signs of skin cancer – Seniors should ask their doctor to conduct an annual skin cancer assessment. Early detection is critical for treating skin cancer quickly and effectively.
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What’s Happening At Providence Place Drums? August 2019 Upcoming Events at Providence Place Drums Reserve your spot today! • August 1st – Entertainment by Marilyn Brown – 2:30pm – 3rd floor • August 7th – Entertainment by George Rittenhouse – 2:30pm – dining room • August 10th – Entertainment by Greg Palmer – 2:30pm – dining room • August 12th – Entertainment by Glenn Faul – 2:30pm – dining room • August 14th – Entertainment by pianist Jay
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• August 26th – Entertainment by “Tanya & Marge” – 2:30pm – dining room • 1st & 3rd Wednesday of Every Month – “Wise Seniors” Club – 1:00pm–4:30pm – 3rd floor • Rosary & Communion – Every Wednesday – 10:00am – chapel; Every Thursday – 1:45pm – chapel • Providence Place Choir Performances – Every Sunday – 1:00pm – chapel Connections Club The Connections Club provides memory enhancement activities/services to our residents. Evidence and studies continue to show that people can reduce cognitive decline by staying active and adopting healthy lifestyles. Start now, it’s never too late or too early to incorporate healthy habits. Go to alz.org today and check out 10 ways to love your brain! The next Alzheimer’s Association Support Group meets here on the 4th Thursday of each month. Our next meeting is scheduled for July 25th @ 2pm. On August 22nd @ 2pm we will be having an Afternoon Tea. Jeff Dauber from the Alzheimer’s Association will be speaking on “Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia.” If you know of a caregiver who needs support or would benefit from speaking to others, tell them about our support group. Light refreshments are served. Call today 570-788-7555 to reserve your seat. Connections Neighborhood July brought many special events to Connections. We celebrated our Nations freedom with a wonderful picnic and entertainment. Bringing together family and friends to help us enjoy the incredible food provided to us by the culinary staff. Visiting therapy dog, Tank came in to show love to our residents, which brought smiles to everyone’s faces. We followed up with a trip to the Casino! Never do we let moss grow under our feet here at Providence, we are always out and about exploring and learning. Providence Place strives to deliver superior quality senior living that is surprisingly affordable. Providence Place offers Independent Living, Personal Care, and Memory Support in a Secured Environment.
How Our Mouths Change As We Age by John DellaCroce, D.M.D.
The body and mouth are intricately connected. Maintaining good health of both requires ongoing care. Maintaining good oral and dental health is an important aspect of overall health. For older adults, good oral health can be critical to overall wellness, quality of life and maintaining a beautiful smile. The first thing that older adults need to understand is that getting older does not mean having to lose your teeth. Teeth are lost because of disease, not because we get old. Having said that, as we get older, we become more susceptible to certain diseases, especially chronic diseases. These can range from simple cavities and gum disease to chronic diseases and cancer. As we get older, we become more susceptible to these diseases because our body changes. Cavities are one particular area of concern. Cavities are often associated with children, but the American Dental Association reports that "even though it may have been years since you've had a cavity, your risk of cavities increases with age." One reason why is because dry mouth can cause cavities, and dry mouth is a common side effect of many medications used to treat the chronic conditions associated with aging. "When patients have dry mouth, that increases the chances of getting decay and increases the chances of other conditions like fungal infection in the mouth and having difficulty swallowing because there's not enough saliva to soften the food." You should ask your doctor whether any new prescriptions cause dry mouth so you can prevent problems before they start. In addition to the increased risk of cavities, inflammation and infections, the structure of our mouths and teeth can change as we age, which can have a big impact on health and cosmetics. That's because over time, the
bony substructure of the mouth and face can shift and deteriorate as a simple consequence of gravity. Gum recession is also a common problem among older adults, and the biggest reason gums recede is because of inadequate oral hygiene. Simply brushing with a soft bristle brush twice a day and flossing daily can reduce the changes of gum recession, because if you don't clean your teeth well enough, that can lead to a build-up of tartar under the gums, which in turn causes inflammation (gingivitis) and gum disease (periodontitis). These conditions can cause the gums to recede, or pull back from, the base of the tooth, exposing more of the root, which is more susceptible
to decay than the rest of the tooth. Gum recession can be painful and is also the source of a common phrase. When we say that people get 'long in the tooth,' or you see people with teeth that look longer, that is due to gum recession. Regular visits to your dentist are your best defense against age-related dental problems. We need to catch things at the earliest stage possible. The management of the disease and the cost of the disease is much less when you catch it early. You're never too old to have a beautiful, youthful smile. Enjoy the summer!
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Knee Pain Stopping You From Running? by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Runner’s knee, as the name suggests, is a common term used to describe knee pain that affects the running community. When looked at closer, it actually describes 2 common injuries that runners suffer from. These conditions also happen frequently with other sporting activities such as cycling, skiing or jumping sports. The first cause of runner’s knee is as patellofemoral pain syndrome or chondromalacia patellae which results from strain of the cartilage under the kneecap. The most common causes
of this are over training, tight leg muscles, poor muscle balance and poor mechanics. In this situation, you will feel pain in the front or the inside of the knee especially with increased distances and with downhills. The second cause is iliotibial band syndrome. This also happens with overuse, muscle imbalances and muscle tightness. However this pain is usually felt on the outside of the knee and the problem usually is due to problems with the hip. Even though most runners do not want to hear this, treatment of runner’s knee requires
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rest! The key to management is to reduce the irritation so the injured structures can heal. Providing the optimal healing environment is key because if you are continually stressing the injured areas, it will never heal. Then it is a matter of identifying what caused the injury in the first place and fixing it so it doesn’t reoccur when you get back onto the road. As runners tend to log a lot of miles on their knees, little issues get magnified over time and little tweeks can make a huge difference. With patellofemoral syndrome, correcting muscle imbalances in the quadriceps muscle can help the knee mechanics and reduce strain. With iliotibial band syndrome, fixing muscle imbalance or tightness around the hip can ease pressure and result in less rubbing on the outer knee. These are just a few of the correctable issues that can cause runners loads of frustration. Expert management can mean the difference between running and sitting it out because of pain. FYZICAL Therapy and FYZICAL Fitness are experts in the management of sporting knee injuries. We are one of the few facilities utilizing ultrasound imaging so we can see inside your knee to identify the injured structure. We also use the latest technology including an Acoustic Wave Therapy which can really speed up with healing process and video running analysis can help us spot form issues. We are runners ourselves having played collegiate sports so we have personal knowledge of what it takes to get you back on the road safely. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (570)501-1808. Also catch our TV show “Wellness through FYZICAL Therapy” on WYLN or visit our website www. FYZICAL.com/hazleton.
Skip The Gym: Exercise At Home For Better Results (NAPS)—If you prefer working out in the comfort of your own home, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey conducted by Bowflex, 52% of people prefer to exercise privately at home over going to the gym, attending a group class or exercising outside. Survey respondents were also honest in sharing that 59% were notorious for setting fitness goals and not following through. More than 67% said they want to see results of their efforts early on. These statistics come as no surprise to Tom Holland, exercise physiologist and Bowflex fitness adviser. “Everyone’s time is limited. People want to know they are on the right track and doing the workouts that are going to make a difference or they will get discouraged and likely not reach their goal,” he explains. “Positive indicators and accomplishments can be more than weight lost—being able to run longer distances without walking breaks, completing more reps than before or reaching a new personal record on your favorite digital fitness companion are all good signs.” If you prefer working out at home and like to keep track of your progress, one product Holland recommends is the Bowflex Max Trainer M8 cardio machine (www.bowflex. com/max-trainer), which features an artificial intelligence-driven digital platform. The platform’s adaptive coaching technology uses the data captured from your previous workouts in combination with predictive analytics to create custom daily workouts for you, and it tracks and rewards your progress. The platform also features a personal fitness coach who gives spoken instruction, motivation and encouragement as you push through your custom workouts. There’s no need to go to the gym or pay for a pricey personal trainer. Plus, if you’re like most people whose main goals for working out are to stay in shape, have more energy and feel good, this machine and coaching technology can help you stay motivated over the long term, Holland notes. Another perk of exercising at home, he adds, is your fitness routine better fits around your schedule and is more convenient for you. Only have 10 minutes now and 15 minutes later? Your home gym is only steps away, and yes, those workouts do add up.
Treating Lung Cancer With Radiation Therapy According to the American Cancer Society’s 2019 Cancer Facts and Figures, lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in both men and women in the United States and causes more deaths than colorectal, breast, and prostate cancers combined. An estimated 142,670 Americans are expected to die from lung cancer this year, with almost 7,000 of those deaths being in Pennsylvania. Lung cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs. These abnormal cells do not carry out the functions of normal lung cells and do not develop into healthy lung tissue. As they grow, the abnormal cells can form tumors and interfere with the normal function of the lungs, which is to provide oxygen to the body’s organs. After lung cancer is found and staged, your cancer care team will discuss your treatment options with you. Radiation therapy is a proven treatment option with a low risk of complications. There are several reasons why radiation therapy might be used, including: - As the main treatment, especially if the lung tumor can’t be removed because of its size or location, if a person isn’t healthy enough for surgery, or if a person doesn’t want surgery. - After surgery to try to kill any small areas of cancer that surgery might have missed. - Before surgery to try to shrink a lung tumor to make it easier to remove. - To treat a single area of cancer spread, such as to the brain or bone. - To relieve (palliate) symptoms of advanced NSCLC such as pain, bleeding, trouble swal-
lowing, cough, or problems caused by spread to other organs such as the brain. This can be accomplished by several methods including External Beam Radiation, Stereotactic Radiation, or Brachytherapy (Radioactive Material). At the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton, we use radiation therapy to treat lung cancer. Radiation therapy for the treatment of lung cancer uses powerful, high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells or keep them from growing. The radiation is aimed at the lung cancer tumor and kills the cancer cells only in that area of the lung. Radiation therapy is delivered safely, painlessly, and does not involve surgery. Treatments do not require hospitalization and only take about 15 minutes. Side effects are usually mild and manageable with medication. The physician team and staff at the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton have extensive experience treating patients with radiation therapy. Combined with the linear accelerator's technology, Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton's expert team delivers quality care in a compassionate manner. If you, or a loved one, have recently been diagnosed with lung cancer and would like to speak to a patient coordinator about your treatment options, please contact the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton today at 570-459-3460 or visit us at www.cancertreatmentcenterhazleton.com.
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Bafile Chiropractics............................................. 9 Bedrock Garden's & Radznel's Outdoor Specialties.....43 Billig-Helmes Insurance.................................... 26 Blakeslee Animal Hospital................................ 34 Bloomsburg Fair................................................ 19 Boscov's Restaurant........................................... 42 Brandon's Forever Home.................................. 30 Broyan Farms.................................................... 21 Burger Farm Markets........................................ 21 C & D Seafood................................................. 41 CACL Federal Credit Union.............................. 3 Cancer Treatment Center @ Hazleton............... 2 Cedar Street Supply.......................................... 44 Comfort Keepers............................................... 53 Degenhart Chiropractic.................................... 51 DeJesus Family Chiropractic............................ 10 Della Croce Dental........................................... 59 Derm Dox Dermatology Center...................... 51 Dianes Salon On 93........................................... 9 Dr. Eugene Stish, M.D..................................... 55 Eastern PA Magna Wave PEMS Therapy........ 52 Fellin's Jewelers.................................................... 8 Fritzingertown Senior Living.............................. 9 Fyzical Therapy & Balance Center................... 56 Greater Hazleton Concert Series, Inc............... 39 Hair Designs By Francis X Tucci...................... 24 Harman Funeral Home...................................... 9 Hazle Park Quality Meats................................. 26 Hazleton Area Fun Fest.................................... 15 Hazleton Eye Specialists.................................... 50
Hazleton Public Transit..................................... 33 Hazleton Unico - Bell Italia Festival................. 13 Hazleton Wine & Beer Fest - Hazleton Rotary Club...... 17 Hegins Valley Arts & Crafts Fair...................... 12 Heights Terrace Pharmacy................................ 54 Homeotwn Farmer's Market............................ 29 Hometown Craft Show.................................... 16 Honest Abe's Tax Service........................Calendar Houck Homes, Inc........................................... 46 JJ Ferrara - PTPA.............................................. 40 John's Church Hill Family Restaurant............. 40 Jon-David & Helen's Hair Salon..................... 34 Klesh Plumbing & Heating.............................. 10 Lehigh Valley Health Network........................... 5 Lombardo's Flooring & Office Products.......... 34 Mahoning Valley Orthopedics.......................... 59 Majestic House Apartments............................. 33 Marchetti Hardware.......................................... 10 Mauch Chunk Opera House............................ 41 Maylath Valley Health Systems.......................... 6 Milk House Creamery...................................... 41 Miller Auto Body.............................................. 22 Milstein Dermatology......................................... 2 Mimm's Country Inn....................................... 29 Most Precious Blood......................................... 16 Mountain Statuary & Stone............................. 45 Mountain Top Paving & Seal Coating............. 47 Nationwide-Urenovich Insurance Agency........ 34 No. 9 Mine & Museum................................... 14 Och's Farm........................................................ 21 Old Jail Museum.........................................35 Pavlick & Boyle Dentistry...........................53 Peaceful Therapeutic....................................52 Pepper Jack's Crafts on the Farm...................2
1. Count Dracula 2. Agent Orange. 3. Gravity. 4. One day. 5. Five. 6. Groundhog Day. 7. Sweat glands. 8. France. 9. Willis. 10. Mustard gas
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Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine..........................12 Pocono Raceway..........................................23 Pride Home Sales, LLC...............................45 Providence Place..........................................54 Pumpkin Hill Farms....................................21 Queen Of Heaven Parish - Saint Mauro Festival....17 Ron Myers Water Well Drilling...................48 Rossi Coal Company...................................48 Rough Cut Barbeque...................................40 S.J. Kowalski, Inc........................................59 Schuylkill County Wine Festival.................12 Senape's Bakery...........................................40 SJM Auto Sales...........................................10 Smith Health Care......................................57 Sophia Coxe Foundation.............................36 Standard Drug Store....................................57 Stemmrich Farms........................................21 Tarone Brothers Super Market...........Calendar The Amish Pantry, Inc.................................11 The Beacon Diner.......................................37 The Broken Glass Tavern.............................42 The Laurel Mall...........................................24 The Laurels Senior Living Community........52 The Lookout House......................................8 The Ten Pin Lounge @ Bowl Arena.............37 Thomas Farm..............................................21 Top Of The 80's..........................................38 Two Italian Guys Pizzeria............................41 Valley Pizza & Subs.......................................8 Vito's Coal Fired Pizza................................37 West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital..............31 Zanolini Nursery - Garlic & Herb Festival.....11 Zukovich's Farm Market.............................21
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