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Grandparent Scams Are On The Rise!

I recently came across an article from FNCB Bank that was very informative, and I felt the information was important to share. FNCB Bank noted that they have had multiple reports of customers being targeted with elder scams. Several variations of grandparent scams have surfaced over the years and in sharing this information, my hope is to help you or a loved one to not fall victim to a SCAM!

A grandparent scam is a type of imposter who impersonates a family member asking for money in a crisis. Sometimes these callers’ “spoof” the caller ID to make it appear that the call is coming from a trusted number. These imposters will know basic information about you such as your name and where you live. They may have even tracked your activity on Social Media Platforms and know additional information about you. It is important to set your social media platforms to private. By setting them private, you have control over who you invite to be there.

The scammers will ask for immediate financial assistance whether it’s to bail them out of jail or help pay bills or rent to not be evicted. Other common scams include cold calls offering tech support, travel packages, fake investment opportunities,

romance & confidence scams, and many others!

Scammers are constantly updating their strategies based on recent events to increase their success. If something isn’t working any more, they move on to the next technique! FNCB Bank also noted that more than 88,000 people over the age of 60 collectively lost $3.1 billion last year in scams targeting the elderly according to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) 2022 Elder Fraud Report. Tips to protect yourself:

• Confirm the caller. Verify who is calling by contacting the person directly on a known number or consult a trusted family member.

• Don’t be afraid to ask questions. The fraudster wants to execute their crime quickly and count on your fear and concern for your loved one. They want you to act before you think so the more questions you ask, the more inclined they are to hang up and move on to the next person.

• Never give out personal information over the phone unless you initiated the call, and you trust the other party.

• Never rush into a financial decision. Don’t be fooled! If something doesn’t feel right, then it probably isn’t. It’s not rude to

say no and get more information, or to simply decline to act at all.

• Report the fraud to one of the following. Report all cases to The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to help the latest scams by calling 877-382-4357 or www.reportfraud.ftc.gov . You should also report to your local law enforcement agency so they can investigate the crime. You may also contact your state’s Attorney General and the consumer protection line. Finally, you can report to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at www.IC3.gov .

Please don’t fall victim to the Grandparent Scam and don’t let your loved ones fall victim either. Scammers will beg you for money, ask you to keep it a secret, and urge you to act quickly…. STOP! Don’t send cash, gift cards, or money transfers because once the money is sent, it’s gone!

Let’s all do our part to stop the SCAMMERS!

—Larry Collum, CEO/Publisher

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Go Around The World In A Day At The Penn Museum

A million world wonders. 10,000 years of history. Explore our shared humanity.

Open and your mind and world. The Penn Museum (University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology) connects stories about communities who lived thousands of years ago to the here and now. Explore the vibrant cultures of Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Mediterranean, from the very first cities in the Middle East and the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt, to the peoples of early Mexico and the lives of Native Americans today.

Make sure to visit before the Egypt Gallery temporarily closes later this summer, making way for multi-year renovations that will transform and expand our Ancient Egypt and Nubia Galleries.

Tip: “Must-see” artifacts include a 25,000-pound Sphinx of the Pharaoh Ramses II, a 49-pound crystal sphere that turns your world “upside down,” and giant stone monuments from Mexico and Central America. Plus, check out the new Eastern Mediterranean Gallery highlighting a crossroads of cultures that brought us the world’s first alphabet!

Open for adventure—all year round.

Join us for fun celebrations like CultureFest! and Winter Break, plus many other in-person and virtual events, talks, classes, and new exhibitions.

This summer, unwrap prehistoric leftovers with Ancient Food & Flavor, an indoor-outdoor exhibition that examines food and plant remains to find out more about diets and culinary traditions from thousands of years ago. Look for 600-year-old potatoes on display, plus 6,000-year-old strawberry seeds viewable through a microscope.

Tip: Stop by the “hidden garden,” try to spot fish in the koi pond, and explore the more outdoor gardens surrounding the museum.

Other exhibitions include U-2 Spy Planes & Aerial Archaeology, which zooms in on top-secret materials from the Cold War to uncover the U.S. military’s intelligence gathering during the 1950s and 1960s—using the world’s most famous spy plane, which unknowingly filmed 70,000-foothigh views of ancient archaeological sites using its high-resolution cameras. Now declassified, this collection of photographs helps today’s archaeologists to decode the past.

Tip: Use the magnifying glass to “decode” hidden messages inside the exhibition. Follow @PennMuseum on Facebook and Instagram, or sign up for emails at www.penn. museum, to stay up-to-date with special events, free admission days, tours, and online courses for adults.

The 16th Annual Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival is set for Sunday, July 9, 2023, from 10am to 5pm on the grounds of the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford, PA. This unique, educational, and fun event celebrates Northeastern Pennsylvania’s Anthracite coal region history, culture, crafts, food, and music. The event is presented by the Panther Creek Valley Foundation, the parent non-profit organization of the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum. Admission to the festival grounds, museum, and parking are free.

Underground tours of the No. 9 Coal Mine will be available throughout the day for a nominal charge. Originally opened by the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company in 1855 and operated until June of 1972, the No. 9 Mine is the world’s oldest continuously operated deep Anthracite coal mine. Guided mine tours are approximately one hour in length including the train ride into and out of the mine. The “Wash Shanty” Museum on the grounds houses one of the region’s

largest collections of Anthracite coal mining artifacts, tools, photographs, and memorabilia.

Many unique attractions and exhibits are offered as part of this year’s Heritage Festival. In keeping with tradition, the Coal Miner’s Shoveling Competition is always a favorite event. Anyone over the age of 16 is invited to participate in this competition where the goal is to shovel a half-ton of coal in the shortest time. In past years this event has been very competitive drawing participants from throughout the coal region. This event begins at 2 PM with trophies being awarded to the winners. Interesting and fun exhibits will highlight coal region heritage and culture such as an old time “Wash Day” exhibit, antique vehicles, coal advertising signs, coal region beer trays, a display of old-fashioned moonshine making equipment, and mine safety and rescue displays. A Basket Raffle offering a variety of items will be held to benefit the Panther Creek Valley Foundation. A variety of great coal region music will be

featured throughout the Heritage Festival. Entertainment will be provided by WMGH Polka Program, live with “Polka Joe” Manjack, DJ Shawn Frederickson with classic coal region music, folk music by Jay Smar, and Dave Matsinko as they stroll the grounds. Throughout the day re-enactors will walk the grounds in authentic “patch town” outfits performing skits and telling stories of the mines. A wide variety of vendors, ethnic foods, and festival favorites will also be available.

The Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival is put on every year by the Panther Creek Valley Foundation, a registered 501C3 non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the region’s Anthracite coal mining heritage. To register as a participant or a vendor please contact Dale Freudenberger at dalefreud@gmail. com or 610-597-6722. Tour information can be found at https://no9minemuseum. wixsite.com/museum or by calling 570-645-7074. See No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum on Facebook for the latest information.

Philadelphia Zoo Announces Opening of Brand New Seasonal Experience “STAYING POWER”

Gigantic dinosaurs and larger-than-life insects have taken over Philadelphia Zoo in a brand new immersive, multi-sensory experience: "STAYING POWER: Be Distinct, or go Extinct!" Walk amongst lifesized animatronic dinosaurs and supersized animatronic insects and discover the physical traits, behaviors and special skills that allowed insects to survive long after the dinosaurs went extinct. Featuring 25 different creatures from 100 million years ago to today, STAYING POWER will unveil the adaptations needed to survive on the earth, and how we have the power to make changes to save the planet—and ourselves. Highlights include the 60-foot-long roaring and moving Giganotosaurus, a carnivore believed to be even larger than the famous T-rex, and 15-foot-tall peacock jumping spider that demonstrates its remarkable mating dance. Guests will also marvel at the Spinosaurs, a dinosaur from the late cretaceous period that was equally at home living on land and in water as it growls at passersby, and at a hive of super-sized honeybees that buzz and dance to communicate-- you might even catch the scent of their honey! STAYING POWER is open throughout the summer. Tickets are the cost of General Zoo Admission, $25 for ages 12+ and $20 for ages 2-11, children under 2 are free, plus entrance for Staying Power $6 (adults and children ages 2+). Members enjoy free admission to the Zoo and save on

Staying Power tickets. The Zoo is open daily from 9:30am - 5:00pm.

"We are very excited to welcome guests to the Zoo to experience Staying Power, a tailor-made adventure immersing guests in the fascinating world of dinosaurs and insects, highlighting what it means to be adaptable and survive," says Philadelphia Zoo Chief Marketing and Experience Officer Amy Shearer. "Staying Power is a dynamic experience that will put guests side-by-side with some of the biggest and smallest animals to walk the Earth, and challenge guests to look at the adaptations that we have as humans to make a difference for the future of our planet."

To enter Staying Power, guests will walk through an Earth-themed portal and embark on Dinosaur Trail, a pathway that winds among dinosaurs that roar, breathe, move their tail, or even bend over to look them directly in the eye! Then, about mid-way through their journey, passing through a giant magnifying glass, guests enter a super-sized landscape of giant insects that hiss, buzz, click and wave their antennae and move their legs inside the Insect Garden. Guests will also witness the life cycle of monarch butterflies and learn about the threats they face; they'll see giant honeybees working in a hive and learn their essential role in pollination, and discover the simple changes we can make in our own habitats to help insects survive!

Scientists think there are about 5.5 million insect species on the planet— about 75-80% of all animals on Earth. Their incredibly strong exoskeletons, ability to camouflage and power to fly are just a few of the adaptations that give them “staying power.” Unfortunately, due to factors like habitat destruction, intense agriculture practices and pesticide use, insects are now showing evidence of rapid decline. Sadly, because there are so many insect species, and so few humans studying them, we don’t yet know how serious the problem is. But we do know that the populations at the bottom of the food chain have a direct impact on the survival of everyone else. Fortunately, we also know some ways that all of us can help to prevent this potential crisis. All the animals and plants that presently share our world are here because they have “staying power.” But we alone have the power to change the conditions for life in this world. The actions we take—or don’t take—will either improve or reduce the odds for survival of every living being—including us. So, given that we still have a choice, let’s choose to use our superpower for good.

Don't forget to grab something to eat at the newly enhanced dining destination right next to Staying Power, the Watering Hole. Serving up dino-themed main dishes like the Bronto Burger (triple cheeseburger with Siracha ketchup), Triceratops Trio (pulled chicken, pulled pork and BBQ beef slider trio), and the childhood-favorite Dino Nuggets, any appetite is sure to be satisfied. For dessert, indulge in a Chocolate “Dirt” Parfait (chocolate cake, whipped cream and gummy worms) or dinosaur-themed cupcake. And for snacking on the go, grab a bag of Jurassic Trails (house-made trail mix with granola, mixed nuts, raisins and M&Ms) or Raptor Corn (cheese-flavored popcorn mixed with “dinosaur claws” [Bugles corn chips] and pretzel sticks).

Staying Power was created in partnership with Dino Don Inc., the world's leading supplier of robotic insects and dinosaurs and the only maker of full-sized dinosaurs. The handmade animatronics are uniquely created under direct scientific supervision. The company's founder, "Dino" Don Lessem, local to the Philadelphia region, Continued on page 12

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Dutch Wonderland Celebrating 60 Years of Family Fun!

This season, Dutch Wonderland is celebrating 60 years of family fun with an exciting line up!

This season, guests can experience an array of new and exciting things in the Kingdom:

Topsy Turvy Tea Party – A new attraction, the kingdom’s spin on the classic teacup ride, will open this season. Spin fast, spin slow, or just sit back and relax – guests can decide how to ride. It’s all lights, colors, smiles and laughs as guests circle the giant teapot.

Talent Show Turmoil – Debuting this weekend, the new puppet show tells the story of Brady, who’s nervous about an upcoming talent show. Brady learns, with the help of his friends, that with hard work anything is possible.

The Big Surprise - As part of our 60th Birthday Celebration season, we're launching our 2nd brand NEW muppet-style puppet show for the start of our summer season! Join the residents of Melody Meadow as they work together to throw a surprise birthday party for Mayor Gladwin.

Castle Gift Shop – Dutch Wonderland’s iconic castle gift shop has undergone a full transformation leading into the 2023 season. The experience features new theming throughout, plus new photo opportunities, a fudge stand and more.

Funnel Cake Shop – Slated to open this summer, the new food location will feature delicious fried treats throughout the season.

For more details on the 2023 operating calendar, Season Passes and all the fun in store during Dutch Wonderland’s 60th Birthday season, visit DutchWonderland.com.

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is a world-renowned authority on dinosaurs and was the dinosaur advisor to Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park. He has also authored 40 books on the subject.

ABOUT PHILADELPHIA ZOO -Animals are on the move like never before at Philadelphia Zoo with Zoo360, a first-in-the-world system of see-through trails passing through treetops, crossing over pathways and connecting habitats, giving animals like amazing big cats, majestic primates and marvelous meerkats the opportunities to travel and explore. Visit our new Ankole cattle, western lowland gorillas, hippos, white rhino, zebras, red pandas, Amur tigers and more at America’s first Zoo. Explore our 42-ac re garden and enjoy award-winning exhibits like Big Cat Falls, PECO Primate Reserve, McNeil Avian Center, KidZooU, and African Plains, where you can come face to face with the world's tallest animal at our new Giraffe Encounter experience. Philadelphia Zoo is one of the region's foremost conservation organizations and home to nearly 1,900 animals, many rare and endangered. By connecting people with wildlife, Philadelphia Zoo creates joyful discovery and inspires action for animals and habitats. Philadelphia Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Philadelphia Zoo is a non-smoking facility. For more information, visit philadelphiazoo.org. Facebook: PhiladelphiaZoo; Instagram: @philadelphiazoo; Twitter: @ phillyzoo.

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Since 1968, Pocono Raceway has brought high impact, high speed racing to fans in Northeastern Pennsylvania and beyond. Of all the famous raceways in NASCAR’s history, there is only one “Tricky Triangle” … their triangular configuration is conductive to many lead changes especially with the longest straightaway and widest main straight with the longest and widest Pit Road. These features give Pocono Raceway a unique and enjoyable difference!

Not only do these features give the Pocono Raceway a unique and enjoyable experience, but the Mattioli family has also made this complex what it is today. For the past 50+ years, they have had a vision to become the most beloved motorsports facility by exceeding expectations in guest service, entertainment and value while embracing their uniqueness and character. Their mission is to create exciting experiences and lifelong memories at a beautiful and sustainable motorsports and entertainment facility. They have made this vision a reality and continue to live by these standards today!

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Pocono Raceway is the Northeast’s premier motorsports destination and is well known for nationally recognized NASCAR and ARCA racing events. Located in the heart of the beautiful Pocono Mountains, they are well positioned for growth. Most people do not realize all the unusual facets that the raceway has with its popular location. It is within 200 miles of 60 million people. The average NASCAR Cup Series fan travels 300 miles so that puts the Pocono Raceway in the highest density of any other NASCAR tracks.

The fun doesn’t stop there! With an appeal to all ages and cultures, the racetrack offers a full weekend experience, including unique camping, a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, live entertainment, and a tailgating scene that cannot be missed! So

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There is only one race weekend where they are hosting four races. The 2023 NASCAR Weekend Schedule is set, and tickets are available for purchase. All events, dates and times are subject to change.

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Experience Two Treasured Castles In The Heart of Bucks County

Located in Doylestown, Bucks County, PA, the Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle, operated by the Bucks County Historical Society (BCHS), are historic castles celebrating the legacy of Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930), American archaeologist, anthropologist, ceramicist and scholar.

The Mercer Museum, one of Bucks County’s premier cultural attractions and a Smithsonian affiliate, features both local and national seasonal exhibits as well as a core museum collection of over 50,000 pre-Industrial tools. This permanent collection offers visitors a unique window into pre-Industrial America through sixty different crafts and trades, and is one of the world’s most comprehensive portraits of American material culture.

The museum also features a research library that is a center for local history related to Bucks County and the surrounding region, with its roots dating back to the founding of the Bucks County Historical Society in 1880. Fonthill Castle was built between 1908-1912, and was the home to Henry Chapman Mercer. Mercer built Fonthill Castle as his home and as a showplace for his collection of tiles and prints. The castle serves as an early example of reinforced concrete and features forty-four rooms, over two hundred windows, and eighteen

fireplaces. Fonthill Castle’s interior features Mercer’s renowned, hand crafted ceramic tiles designed at the height of the Arts and Crafts movement.

The Mercer Museum is located at 84 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, 18901.

Fonthill Castle is located at 525 East Court Street in Doylestown, PA, 18901.

The Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle are open Tuesdays – Sundays from 10am-5pm

For up-to-date ticket and schedule information, please visit mercermuseum.org.

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The Tamaqua Historical Society is proud to present the 32nd Annual Tamaqua Summerfest 2023, returning Father’s Day from 10am to 5pm in downtown Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. This year’s Summerfest will be featuring three steam train rides from the railroad station, Jukebox Cruisers car show, large street fair, handmade crafts, tons of great homemade ethnic and festival favorite food vendors, indoor dining for Father’s Day dinners in downtown restaurants, craft breweries nearby, a variety of great music, children’s amusements and games, Buster the Clown, Tamaqua Area Historical Museum open house, 1848 Hegarty Blacksmith Shop tours, Tamaqua Anthracite Model Railroad open house, Leiby’s Carriage Service horse-drawn trolley car rides, 90 minute bus tours of Lehigh Anthracite mining operations in Tamaqua & Coaldale, Lehigh & New England Railroad special exhibit open house, historical reenactors, antique co-op shopping, many local organizations participating, and so much more!

This event is Tamaqua's official kickoff to Summer!! A rain or shine event that is fun for the whole family and a wonderful way to celebrate Father's Day! To register as a vendor, email Dale at dalefreud@gmail.com . For festival updates, LIKE our page on Facebook at Tamaqua Historical Society or contact us at 610-597-6722 for more information!

Steam Train Rides

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Children 3-12 years $9

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Purchase Tickets by calling 610-562-2102, online at rbmnrr-passenger.com or in person at Tink’s Antiques in Tamaqua

Tickets will also be available Summerfest day on the train station platform, providing they have not sold out.

18 Fabulous Father’s Day Crafts For Kids

DIY Scrabble Tile Frame

• Scrabble tiles, enough to spell whatever you desire to put on

• Wooden picture frame

• Acrylic paints and paint brushes in a few sizes

• Water cup and paint plate

• Paper towels

• Buttons or any little extra embellishments you want to add

Start by unwrapping the frame and wiping it down so there is no dust or residue of wood on it. You can test out your words right away, to see how they fit on the frame.

Then decide on the color of paint you want to make it. I went with a chocolate brown, since that is a masculine tone, and chose a metallic gold to accent with.

You can choose your Dad’s favorite color or add something related to a hobby or item he loves. Paint the first coat of paint on the back first and put down paper towels underneath the frame to protect the surface you’re painting it on.

Paint the inside of the frame and outside edges as well at this time. Depending on the color paint you chose, it will likely need a second

coat, so just allow yourself enough time to let it sit and dry for a few minutes between coats and about an hour at the end for it to fully dry.

While that coat is soaking in, go ahead and choose your letters and arrange them as practice too, so that you can know they will fit. You want to make sure to allow for the space the photo will go in so be sure to play with the letters to get the best arrangement possible.

Now, go back and paint a second coat on the frame’s back and sides and let it dry well. It should take about 15-20 minutes so if you have any more planning to do for the tiles or any embellishments, you can do that now.

Once the frame back is dry, flip it over and start the process again on the front. Give it a good coat and check the sides and edges for any spots that need paint. Sometimes when you flip it over, because you are at another angle now, you may see spots you didn’t before. Let this coat soak in, and when it seems about dry, go ahead and give it the second coat.

Now, before using the super glue, arrange the tiles in the design you want them first, as well as any embellishments. Then once you have it the way you like, start by lifting one tile at a time and adding a drop of super glue, then holding it down about 30 seconds.

Then, repeat until all the tiles and

embellishments are glued on.

Once you give the glue a few minutes to dry well, go back and see if any pieces wiggle, and if they do, add another drop of glue to secure it.

Now you are all set! Give it a few minutes to dry and set it in a place to air out a little if possible to help get rid of the paint and glue smell. Add in a favorite photo too to make it extra special!

Thumbprint Heart Glass Magnets

Supplies:

• Cardstock – (bright white heavyweight paper works best)

• Fingerprint ink pads

• Extra-large clear glass gems (without any iridescent coating or finish)

• Small craft scissors

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Continued from previous page Use small scissors to trim and cut away any paper that remains around the glass gem, as shown in the video below. (It doesn’t need to be perfect.)

• Mod Podge (or another white PVC clear drying glue) and a foam brush

• Craft magnets

Press your thumb (or a child’s thumb) into a fingerprint ink pad. Next, gently press the thumb with ink onto bright white cardstock. Then, press your thumb into a finger ink pad to reapply the ink.

Tilt your thumb slightly and press it on the paper to complete the thumbprint heart.

Repeat the above steps to make more fingerprint hearts, keeping at least two to three inches of space between each thumbprint heart. Allow fingerprint ink to dry before moving on to step 2.

Place a drop of clear-drying glue on the glass gem’s back (flat side).

A little bit goes a long way–don’t use too much glue, or it can smear the thumbprint heart and cause it to blur.

Next, put the glass gem on the fingerprint heart–glue side down–to attach it to the thumbprint.

Press down on the glass gem to distribute the glue evenly underneath it, and remove any air bubbles.

Allow the glue to dry–overnight is best.

If the paper lifts away from the glass gem while cutting it, glue it down again in the next step.

Use a foam brush to paint clear drying glue on the back of the heart art (the back of the glass gem), as shown in the glass gem magnet video tutorial.

Go over the edges of the paper to ensure they are glued down. Place glass gem glue side down onto a magnet and allow the thumbprint heart magnets to dry overnight.

Footprint Rocket

Supplies:

• Large white cardstock – you’ll want to make sure you get a paper size big enough to fit the footprint but also the wording. Also keep in mind the framing size if you want to frame it.

• Red cardstock

• Small red pom poms

• Light blue paint – use a non-toxic acrylic paint

• Gold glitter foam paper

• Gold glitter stars

• Black Sharpie

• Glue

First make sure your white cardstock is big enough to fit the footprint and the rocket top and flame.

Put your paint on a paper plate. Acrylic paint works well, just make sure to wash it right away and choose a non-toxic brand.

Press the foot into the paint and stamp on a few pieces of paper. You may have to do a few tries before you find one that looks good.

If you get a footprint you like but it’s missing a bit of paint on the inside just use a paint brush to fill in the missing areas.

Cut out 3 triangles for your rocket. For the sides of the rocket, trace a triangle shape and then use that to trace a second one so it is the same size. Glue to your paper.

Add your 3 small pom poms on top of your footprint.

Cut out a flame for the bottom of the rocket using your glitter foam paper. We just drew on the back of the paper what we wanted it to look like and then cut it out.

Also cut out your stars and glue to your paper or place glitter foam star stickers down

Write your message on your paper. We like the saying “Love you to the moon and back” or “You’re out of this world, Dad!”.

Fingerprint Daddy & Me

Father’s Day Mug

Supplies:

• White coffee mug

• Enamel paints: black, red, blue or pink OR paint pens

• Thin pointed paintbrush or toothpick

Be sure that the coffee mug is clean and dry.

Use child’s thumb and red enamel paint to add the “daddy” figure on the cup. You can make the figure larger if it looks too small.

Use blue paint (or pink for a girl) and pointing finger to add the child to the cup.

Use a thin paintbrush to draw on legs and arms. Connect arms between characters so that they are holding hands.

Use a thin paintbrush to add hair.

Use a thin paintbrush to write “Daddy” above the characters and “& me” below the characters.

Bake your Father’s Day mug in the oven as directed on the back of the enamel paint bottle. You can also air dry, however, air drying requires many days as opposed to a few hours in a low temp oven.

•Built-in

•15,400

•Removable

Bath & Body Works Ups Its Men's Grooming Game

Bath & Body Workshas taken its focus on growing its men's business to the next level. In the past three years, the retailer has grown its men's category by nearly 50% through continued product evolution and assortment expansion, including the latest introduction of new skincare and beard care collections that launched on May 15th.

Daily Face Lotion: with Hyaluronic Acid. Hydrates in a lightweight, non-greasy formula for nourished skin

Hydrating Face Cream: with Hyaluronic Acid. Instantly moisturizes, leaving skin feeling soft and looking healthy

online at bathandbodyworks.com or in the My Bath & Body Works app.

Schumacher,

"We created the Men's Shop as a way to give the growing male customer base their very own destination within our brand to create and customize a product experience to complement their lifestyle," said Betsy

Chief Merchandising Officer at Bath & Body Works. "Because we know these customers are not only incredibly loyal, but also highly engaged and eager to try new products, we are constantly looking for ways to introduce them to on-trend fragrances, must-try key items and white space categories that will make their routine as fun as it is functional."

As a global leader in personal care and home fragrance categories, Bath & Body Works is filling this grooming white space within their portfolio and creating a destination for customers to discover new dermatologist-tested products in these two brand new grooming categories. The skincare and beard collections include:

Daily Face Wash: with Aloe. Refreshes skin and leaves it feeling restored while maintaining your natural moisture barrier

Exfoliating Face Wash: with Aloe and Vitamin E. Cleanses and exfoliates for skin that feels refreshed

Beard & Face Wash: with Aloe and Vitamin B5. Washes away dirt, leaving beard and skin feeling fresh, clean and looking healthy

Beard Oil: with Coconut Oil and Vitamin E. Conditions for a softer-feeling beard

Beard & Scruff Cream: with Shea Butter. Nourishes facial hair and leaves skin feeling soothed

Just in time for Father's Day gifting season, Bath & Body Works has also announced the return of its Hero fragrance, featuring notes of Fresh Cardamom, Vetiver Root and White Cedar. Now in expanded forms, the assortment includes the brand's core lineup of body care products including: Cologne, Body Wash, Ultimate Hydrating Body Cream, Body Spray and the NEW Antiperspirant Deodorant, that protects against sweat and provides 24-hour odor protection. In addition to these all new collections, the brand has given its entire men's fragrance and body care assortment a new, elevated look. The entire Men's Shop update allows customers to personalize their routines in more ways than ever before and creates a one stop shop for all things grooming and men's fragrance lifestyle.

For more information and to shop the full assortment visit the Men's Shop at Bath & Body Works stores nationwide,

ABOUT THE MEN'S SHOP - As one of the fastest growing categories for Bath & Body Works over the past three years, The Men's Shop at Bath & Body Works offers customers an array of products, from everyday body and hair care to home fragrance, allowing for the most uniquely customized grooming experience. With a newly reinvigorated look and feel, Bath & Body Works reintroduced its bestselling men's fragrances with elevated packaging and has added new, efficacious products and categories to offer customers even more ways to customize their grooming routines.

ABOUT BATH & BODY WORKSHome of America's Favorite Fragrances®, Bath & Body Works is a global leader in personal care and home fragrance, including top-selling collections for fine fragrance mist, body lotion and body cream, 3-wick candles, home fragrance diffusers and liquid hand soap. Powered by agility and innovation, the company's predominantly U.S.-based supply chain enables the company to deliver quality, on-trend luxuries at affordable prices. Bath & Body Works serves and delights customers however and wherever they want to shop, from welcoming, in-store experiences at more than 1,800 companyoperated Bath & Body Works locations in the U.S. and Canada and more than 425 international franchised locations to an online storefront at BathandBodyWorks. com.

“This has been a good season for growing strawberries” said Roinick. “There has been no frost damage and berries look great.” “With a little sunshine, the berries will be bursting by early June.” “In 2012, we introduced Strawberry Plasticulture production system to Northeast Pennsylvania “The berries have been much larger and easier to pick with the system” said Roinck. The planting is a little more difficult and but the plant could produce as many as 40 berries per plant."

The rolling hills just south of Nescopeck, have been long noted for producing flavorful fruit and vegetables. The hills will be alive with pick you own (P.Y.O) activity this summer. In late June Blueberries will be ready at Stemmrich Farms. As the summer rolls along head back to Pumpkin Hill for P.Y.O peppers,

tomatoes and possibly plums.

By the beginning, June the berries will be ripening and ready for the picking. Pumpkin Hill Farms is located in Nescopeck Township on Route 239. (Halfway between Route 93 and Wapwallopen). Pumpkin Hill Farms offer a spectacular view of the Nescopeck Valley and is a great way for the whole family to enjoy a late spring day together. For more information call 570-379-2106 for a recorded message updating the current season or check on Facebook

Health Benefits of Strawberries

Strawberries are a favorite summer fruit. They appear in everything from yogurt to desserts and salads. Strawberries are a low-glycemic fruit, making them a tasty option

for people looking to control or reduce their glucose levels.

June is usually the best time to pick fresh strawberries, but they're available in supermarkets year-round. They are delicious raw or cooked in a variety of recipes ranging from sweet to savory.

Strawberries are good for your whole body. They naturally deliver vitamins, fiber, and particularly high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols -- without any sodium, fat, or cholesterol. They are among the top 20 fruits in antioxidant capacity and are a good source of manganese and potassium. Just one serving -- about eight strawberries -- provides more vitamin C than an orange. (source USDA)

Sweet Strawberry Treats

An Easy-to-Make Summer Sweet

Directions:

In blender, puree strawberries.

In bowl of stand mixer, beat whipping cream and sweetened condensed milk until stiff peaks form. Fold in strawberry puree. Pour into loaf pan. Freeze 5 hours.

Before serving, let ice cream soften 5-10 minutes.

(Culinary.net) When it’s beyond hot outside and the kids are begging for a delicious afternoon snack, sometimes it’s difficult to know where to turn. The pantry is full and the refrigerator is stocked, yet nothing sounds appetizing when it’s scorching outside.

Combining three simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen can save the day and provide a refreshing and scrumptious snack.

Try this 3-Ingredients Strawberry Ice Cream on warm days ahead. It’s chilled to perfection with fresh strawberries and fluffy whipping cream to create a creamy texture perfect for the kiddos.

Start by pureeing 1 pound of fresh strawberries. Add 1 pint of whipping cream and sweetened condensed milk to a mixing bowl then beat until stiff peaks form.

Fold the strawberry puree in with the whipping cream mixture. Pour into a loaf pan and freeze for 5 hours.

Before serving, let ice cream soften for 5-10 minutes.

It’s delicious, rich and has sweet strawberry flavor that can help satisfy nearly any sweet tooth. It’s a wonderful treat after long summer days spent playing outside, splashing in the pool or just relaxing, soaking up the sun.

Find more summer dessert recipes at Culinary.net.

If you made this recipe at home,

3-INGREDIENT STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM (SERVES 4-6)

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh strawberries, stems removed

• 1 pint heavy whipping cream

• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk

Sipping On Summertime

Sweets

(Family Features) When it’s summertime and you crave something cold and fruity, try using your favorite frozen fruit for a refreshing drink.

For example, strawberries with frozen pink lemonade concentrate combine to make a spritzer recipe worth sharing. This fizzy Strawberry

Spritzer can delight your taste buds and keep you quenched while enjoying the summer sun.

Find more drink recipes at Culinary. net.

STRAWBERRY SPRITZER

Recipe Adapted From Taste Of Home

Ingredients:

• 1 package (10 ounces) frozen sliced strawberries, sweetened and thawed

• 2 liters lemon-lime soda, chilled

• 1 can (12 ounces) frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed

In blender, process strawberries until blended thoroughly. Pour strawberries into large pitcher; stir in soda and pink lemonade. Serve immediately.

Substitution: Ginger ale may be used in place of soda.

MEAT AND CHEESE TRAYS

CHICKEN FINGER TRAYS

Tolerate Hot Days With A Tasty Tart

(Culinary.net) Summer days can be long and boring, especially when the kids are out of school and there is nothing to do around the house as a family. When the minutes creep by and it’s too hot to go outside, the dog days of summer can be pretty miserable.

However, this recipe for a Strawberry Cream Cheese Tart can give the kids something to look forward to as a dish the whole family can participate in creating. This recipe is perfect for little ones wanting to get creative and perfectly place fresh strawberries on top of a delicious tart.

In a food processor, mix flour, sugar and salt until combined. Then add butter, an egg and vanilla extract. Mix again until combined.

Flour your working surface and create a dough ball from the mixture. Flatten it slightly to form a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.

After time has passed, lightly flour your surface once more. Roll out dough into an 11-inch circle. Place circle on a 9-inch tart pan. Roll over the top to trim. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for about 30 minutes. Prepare the tart crust for baking by covering it with aluminum foil then

bake for 20 minutes. Wait for the crust to cool completely.

To make the filling, in a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, lemon zest and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread mixture onto cooled tart crust.

Microwave fruit spread and lemon juice while stirring often. Arrange halved strawberries on tart. Drizzle with fruit spread. Top with whipped cream before serving.

This sweet tart can brighten up your summer blues with fresh fruit, a sweet spread and a flaky, crispy crust.

Find more sweet summer recipes at Culinary.net.

If you made this recipe at home, use #MyCulinaryConnection on your favorite social network to share your work.

STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE TART - SERVINGS: 8

Crust:

• 1 1/4 cups flour

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes

• 1 large egg

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• uncooked rice

Filling:

• 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese

• 1/4 cup sour cream

• 2 tablespoons extra-fine sugar

• 1 tablespoon lemon zest

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup strawberry fruit spread

• 3 teaspoons lemon juice (optional)

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Community Event Calendar

Saturday, June 17th • 21+ Dance Party • Lehigh and Lausanne Rural Vol Fire Company • 390 S. Lehigh Gorge Drive, Weatherly • The Lehigh and Lausanne Rural Vol Fire Company is hosting a 21+ Dance Party from 6-10pm. There is a $5 cover charge, and you must had proper ID to enter. We will have a DJ spinning all the finest tunes. Food will be available for purchase as well as tap beer. Cash Only. Proceeds benefit the Fire Company. Thank you for your support. For more information, contact Donna 484-4645438.

Saturday, June 17th • 9th Annual Race for CDH • Eagle Rock Resort • 1 Country Club Drive, Hazle Township • Arianna’s CDH Foundation (Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia) is hosting its 9th Annual Race for CDH. This is a 5K/10K Race, 5K Walk, & Free Kids fun Run. Award ceremony & food following race. We will also have a tricky tray raffle. The race begins at 8:30am. To register for the race & more information visit www.raceforcdh.com . This event is open to the public and everyone is welcome! All proceeds benefit families of children with CDH. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Saturday, June 17th • Car Show Benefit for St Jude’s Children Hospital and Your Loving Choices • Broyan's Farm Market • The show will be from 12 pm to 5 pm at 493 Berwick-Hazleton Highway, Nescopeck PA. Admission is free and donations will be accepted.

Friday, June 23rd • Gracie Sinclair Concert • Rail Yard Park , White Haven • 7-10p • Free event, bring your own lawn chair.

Saturday, June 24th • Craft Show • Lehigh and Lausanne Rural

Vol Fire Company • 390 S. Lehigh Gorge Drive, Weatherly • The Lehigh and Lausanne Rural Vol Fire Company is hosting a craft show from 10am to 3pm. This event is rain or shine, indoors and outdoors and open to the public. We are looking for crafters and vendors with homemade items only. If you are looking to be a vendor, outdoor space is $15 with your own pop-up and table, indoor space is $25, and we supply an 8’ bay table. Proceeds benefit the Fire Company. We appreciate your support. Come on out and enjoy the day by supporting Lausanne Rural Vol Fire Company and Small Local Businesses. For more information, contact Donna 484-464-5438.

Saturday, June 24th • 1st Inaugural Art Fest • Chicks & Goats Trading Post • 344 St. John’s Road, Drums Next to Burgers Farm Market • Art Life Studio is hosting its 1st Inaugural Art Fest Saturday, June 24th from 1 to 10pm. This one-day Artist Retreat is a rain or shine event and open to the public. Activities will include painting, art workshops, sculpting, henna & body art, yoga, and more! Enjoy a fun filled day of relaxation, music, dancing, reiki and petting & interacting with adorable goats that live on the property! We will also have food trucks, vendors & crafters available. For more information visit www.artlifestudio.org or message us on Instagram: @artlifestudio. This is an exclusive event! All activities are subject to change.

Sunday, June 25th • Voices for Vince Cancer Benefit • Harwood Fire Company • 87 Old Street, Hazleton, PA • A fundraiser for Vince Hebel will be held on Sunday, June 25th from Noon to 6pm. This event was put together by the family and friends of Vince who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of terminal brain cancer in March. There will be homemade food, drinks, entertainment, over 250 tricky tray/basket raffle items, and more! All proceeds will benefit Vince for the payment of costly treatments. We are currently seeking donations for raffle baskets, food, baked goods, and monetary donations to help make this event successful! All donations are greatly appreciated. Thank you for supporting Vince and for being his voice! For more information or to donate, please contact Brett 570-599-1754.

Thursday, July 6th thru Saturday, July 8th • Basket Raffle & Food Event • Lehigh and Lausanne Rural Vol Fire Company • 390 S. Lehigh Gorge Drive, Weatherly • The Lehigh and Lausanne Rural Vol Fire Company is hosting a 3-day Basket Raffle & Food Event Thursday, July 6th 4-7pm. Friday, July 7th 4-8pm, and Saturday, July 8th 10am-2pm. Any basket, gift card, or monetary donations for the raffle would be greatly appreciated. Proceeds benefit the Fire Company. We appreciate your support and hope to see you. For more information, to become a vendor, or to donate contact Donna 484-464-5438.

For Bus Route Information Call 570-459-5414 Or Visit www.ridehpt.com Not Sure How To Ride The Bus, We’ll Teach You. Ask About Our Travel Training Or Bus Buddy Program.

If you are 65 or older you are eligible to ride Hazleton Public Transit’s xed route bus any time for FREE thanks to proceeds from the PA Lottery. This FREE bus pass never expires and can be used on any public bus in PA.

1. Complete the shaded section of the application and cut out.

2. Make a photocopy of one proof of age identi cation. Acceptable proof of age: Birth Certi cate, Baptismal Certi cate, Driver’s License, Pace Card, PA ID Card, Armed Forces Discharge Papers Passport or Naturalization Papers, Veteran’s Universal Access ID Card, Statement of Age from Social Security Administration.

3. Mail the application and copy of proof of age to:

HPT, 126 W. Mine Street Hazleton, PA 18201

You will receive your FREE bus pass in the mail within one week.

APPLY NOW! APLICA YA!

Para Obtener Información Sobre La Ruta Del Autobús, Llame Al 570-459-5414 O Visite www.ridehpt.com. No Estoy Seguro De Cómo Viajar En El Autobús, Te Enseñaré. Pregunte Por Nuestra Capacitación En Viajes O El Programa De Compañeros De Autobús. Ciudadanos de la tercera edad Viajan gratis a partir de los 65 anos o mas. Su tarjeta de "Senior Citizen" nunca expirara y la puedeusaren todo Pennsylvania.

Application—Senior Citizen Transit Identi cation Card

Free/Reduced Fare Transit Programs For Senior Citizens

Solicitue Su Tarjeta De Identi cacion Para Personas Mayores De 65 Aros O'mas Y Viaje Gratis Ofrecemas El Programa De Tarifa Bajas Para Los Que Cali quen.

Name Of Applicant (Last, First, Middle Initial) Date Of Application Nombre Del Solicitante(Apellido, Primer Nombre, Inicial Del Segundo Nombre) Fecha De Applicacion Address (Street Or Route) City Or Post O ce State Zip Code Direccion (Calle O Ruta) Ciudad Or O cina De Correo Estado Codigo Postal

Esta Seccion Debe Ser Completada Por La Agencia De Transito Documentos De Prueba De Edad Aceptables Se Requiere Uno Marque E Incluya La Información Correspondiente

Baptismal Certi cate - (Church Name And Address)

Certi cado De Bautismo (Nombre De Lglesia Y Direccion)

Birth Certi cate (#)

Partida De Nacimiento (#)

1. Complete la sección sombreada de la solicitud y recorte.

2. Haga una fotocopia de su identi cación con su edad que sea aceptable. Elija entre las opciones de la solicitud.

3. Envie por correo su solicitud con la copia de su identi cación que compruebe su edad:

HPT, 126 W. Mine Street Hazleton, Pensilvania 18201

Recibira SU pase de autobus gratuito por correo dentro de una semana.

Pace Identi cation Card (#)

Tarjeta De Identi cacion De Ritmo

Photo Motor Vehicle Operator’s License (#) PA Identi cation Card (#)

Licensia De Vehiculo De Conducire (# ) Tarjeta De Identi cacion PA (#)

Other

Otro

I Do Hereby Certify That I Have Reviewed The Above Age Documentation And The Information Contained Herein Is True And Accurate To The Best Of My Knowledge And Belief.

Por Lo Presente Certi co Que He Revisado La Documentacion De Edad Y Que La Informacion Contenida En Este Documento Es Verdadero Y Preciso Segun Mi Conocimiento Y Creencia.

Signature Of Transit Agency Representative Certifying Age Documentation

Firma Del Representante De La Agencia De Tránsito Que Certi ca Documentación De Edad

Printed Name Of Above Transit Agency Representative

Nombre En Imprenta Del Representante De La Agencia De Transito

Name Of Transit Agency (Include Street Or Route, City Or Post O ce, State, Zip Code)

Nombre De Agencia De Transito Incluya Calle O Ruta, Ciudad U O cina De Correos, Estado, Código Postal)

As safety guidelines for COVID-19 continue to evolve, we continue to follow all CDC guidelines. Our buses are cleaned, disinfected, and sanitized daily.

Como medidas de seguridad por el COVID-19 seguimos todas las reglas establecidas por la CDC, todos nuestros autobuses estan debidamente desinfectados y limpiados diariamente.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT US -OR- VISIT WWW.RIDEHPT.COM OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM TO 4PM

How to Pick Valuables from a Yard Sale Art & Antiques By Dr. Lori

By Dr. Lori Verderame

After more than two decades appraising art, antiques, and collectibles and training my followers to identify valuables and resell for profit. I want to share some of the most successful tips that people have used to cash in for profit when it comes to stuff available at estate, yard, and garage sales.

Avoid damaged pieces

No matter where you are shopping for old items to flip, damage is always a no-no. If something is damaged, the cost of restoring it could be costly and sometimes, restoration is extremely costly. So before you pick up and pay for that tattered 19th century quilt or broken lithograph tin wind up toy, consider its condition. You’ll be glad you did. If you decide to ignore this warning and buy a damage piece and get it restored, make sure you know the cost of the restoration. Ask the restorer for before and after photos of his/her work on a similar piece. Inquire about insurance coverage while your antique is in a restorer’s care.

Look for original packaging and parts

The treasure hunt is always exciting. When it comes to board games, toys, electronics, objects with accessories and many more vintage and antique items, the package, box, or presentation displays

for an item are valuable. Having all of the pieces is also a vital aspect to establishing value. If you can hunt around the yard sale tables or estate sale shelves for that missing chess piece or lamp base, it will be worth it. Ask the yard sale host if they know the location of any of the missing parts or other accessories. This simple question will help you make money as you build your collection or resell that yard sale or estate sale find.

Don’t ignore the unmarked items

There is a longstanding myth in the art and antiques world that a piece must be signed, marked, or labeled to be valuable. This is just not true. Sure, it is good to have documentation, signatures, marks, etc. but it is not the holy grail when it comes to identifying valuable art, antiques, or collectible objects. While documentation, in its many forms such as signatures, original labels, backstamps, or other marks, is important, it is not the only thing to look for when assessing a valuable item at a yard sale or estate sale.

For example, some antiques and art items were signed in certain eras. For instance, most Colonial American paintings, while valuable, were not signed by the artist. It was thought that these pieces should not be signed out of respect

for the sitter or person who commissioned the painting. With certain valuable ceramics, marks were not included on some pieces.

Zero in on furniture, precious metals, and works of art

Some of the most desirable and valuable objects in the antiques arena fall into these three categories: fine art, furniture and home décor, and precious metals including jewelry. Don’t overlook these objects.

Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and award-winning media personality, Dr. Lori presents antique appraisal events nationwide, appears on History channel’s The Curse of Oak Island and Pawn Stars do America. Visit www. DrLoriV.com, watch her Real Bargains show to find valuables at bargain prices on www. YouTube.com/DrLoriV or call (888) 431-1010.

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• 1 pound strawberries, halved

• whipped cream (optional)

Heat oven to 375 F.

To make crust: In food processor, add flour, sugar and salt; pulse until combined. Add butter, egg and vanilla extract; pulse until combined and crumbly.

Lightly flour surface then form dough into ball. Slightly flatten to form thick disc. Wrap dough in plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 hour.

Flour surface then roll dough to 11-inch circle. Place dough in 9-inch tart pan with removeable bottom. With rolling pin, roll over top to trim excess dough around edges.

Cover dough with plastic wrap and freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.

Press aluminum foil against crust, covering edges to prevent burning. Fill and distribute uncooked rice evenly. Bake 20 minutes. Cool completely.

To make filling: In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, lemon zest and vanilla extract until blended and smooth. Spread cheese mixture evenly over crust. Refrigerate 1 hour.

In small bowl, microwave fruit spread and lemon juice, if desired, stirring often.

Arrange strawberry halves around tart. Drizzle heated fruit spread over strawberries. Top with whipped cream, if desired.

Guard Your Pets Against Contagious Diseases And Parasites

by Dr. Kenneth Trippett, West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital

It was Ben Franklin who said “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This is rarely more true then when dealing with parasites and parasitic diseases in our pets.

As the weather warms, the biting insects return. This represents a dangerous problem for all dogs. A single mosquito bite can cause Heartworm infection in any dog. Heartworm is almost always fatal without treatment and the treatment is very expensive. Luckily, Heartworm Disease is easily prevented. All dogs should be heartworm tested and started on a once per month heartworm preventive pill. These pills are very safe for most dogs, and will also help prevent intestinal parasites as well.

Cats share some of these risks as well. Even indoor cats can get intestinal parasites because some are spread by fleas, or can be brought into the house by other animals, insects, or even on the bottom of your shoes.

For these reasons, we encourage all responsible pet owner to have a stool sample checked at least once per year. All dogs should also be checked for heartworm and kept on heartworm preventative year round. Remember, not only is an ounce of prevention worth a pound of cure, it can also save your pet' life!

IN THE LAUREL MALL

(Located in the Dunham’s Wing by Play Zone) Monday Thru Saturday 11am-6pm

Laurel Mall Gift Certi cates Sold Here!

www.thelaurelmall.com

Dr. Kenneth Trippett

A Big Thank-You from The Leadership and Staff of Willow Foundation’s Heartwood Center!

Willow Foundation's Heartwood Center hosted their first Hope Auction Basket Raffle on Saturday, May 13th. They were blessed to receive an abundance of community and individual support of baskets, gift certificates, supplies for the event and many volunteers. All funds raised will assist in meeting the needs of those experiencing homelessness and/or food insecurity in the Greater Hazleton Area.

Thank you to every local business and organization who donated, all the special individual volunteers and our staff…. You all made this fundraiser a success. Willow Foundation is appreciative for all the support they have received.

With your generous donations and support, Willow Foundation will continue to assist individuals and families in need and meet the mission to honor one’s life experiences while focusing on holistic wellbeing.

The Willow Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that assists individuals and families in our local community who are at

risk of experiencing homelessness, housing instability, and food insecurity. Heartwood Center is located at 100 S. Wyoming St., Hazleton and is open seven days a week from 8am to 6pm. Please visit our www.willow-foundation.org to learn more about our center and what we do.

If you have any questions, please contact Tamear Henegain, Program Coordinator for Willow Foundation’s Heartwood Center 570-578-1348 or thenegain@willow-foundation.org.

Keep your child active and engaged over the break by having them join the Summer Reading Club at the Hazleton Area Public Library. It is free and open to children from birth to eighteen years-old. The club will also be available at our branch libraries in Freeland, Nuremberg, McAdoo, and Conyngham.

Club members will be asked to track their reading throughout the summer. Our libraries will be hosting a variety of free activities and events throughout the summer, such as storytimes, crafts, and games. Children must be a club member to attend our activities.

This year’s club theme is “All Together Now”, so many of our activities will focus on friendship, unity, and kindness.

Reading Club registration begins June 12th and continues throughout the summer. Members will need to visit the main library, or one of our branch libraries, to register.

Tomatoes (over 25 varieties)

Peppers • Cucumbers

Zucchini • Herbs

Annuals • Petunias

Geraniums • Impatiens

Hanging Baskets

Bug

March

Summer breezes are in the air as we begin June and the summer season. In June our local legislators will join their colleagues in Harrisburg will be focused on final review and passage of the state budget. This annual event is important for the smooth operation of the Commonwealth. Staying Connected to our elected officials is important for all individuals and the business community alike. This annual event is important for the smooth operation of the Commonwealth. The Chamber recognizes the importance of connection and conversation with local, state and federal elected officials and has a monthly program to help foster these connections and local conversations. Once a month the Chamber hosts’ a Red Carpet Breakfast Program that lasts about an hour and 15 minutes from registration, networking, breakfast, main speaker and an open question and answer session to complete the program

The Chamber’s Red Carpet programs give an opportunity for the elected officials to give update on committee they serve on or other “hot topics”. The format allows the elected official to bring perspective right to the constitutes they serve. The open question and answer portion of the program and the opportunity for individual participants to talk with officials after the event is also another benefit for all. In addition to elected officials, the Chamber annually does an update with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, as well as events happening on healthcare front with our partners Lehigh Valley Hospital Health Network. When a new issue, challenge or opportunity is facing our area the Red Carpet Breakfast program is a great way to educate and allow not only members but also the public ask questions. An example of this was the February session on the proposed Waste Transfer Station in the city of Hazleton. Understanding the facility, its purpose and its. The Red Carpet Programs are open to anyone in the Greater Hazleton Area, but as a benefit of membership, our members pay a reduced cost. The Chamber exclusively uses only member restaurants to host the event so it’s a chance to see and taste some of the fine restaurants in our area.

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Sailing Toward NEPA

There have been MLB players born in almost 60 countries but only one Eddie Porray is listed on Baseball Reference as born at sea. His journey ended in Lackawaxen Pike County. His story pops up occasionally as an oddity or a curiosity. His story is incomplete at best, scattered across 50 years of news items at newspapers. com, a minimal record at Hall of Fame Library and broken census reports. By today’s standards he is considered an historic footnote, in his time he was a celebrated entertainer in two fields.

Early Life

Edmund Joseph Porray

was born December 5, 1888 to Maria and Stanislas Porray on a ship crossing the North Atlantic that departed Liverpool England. Their voyage started somewhere in Poland and concluded at Ellis Island. Not much is known about his family except that they settled in the Bath Beach section of Brooklyn. Bath Beach by that time was better section of the city, and it is assumed his upbringing was better than many immigrants of the late 19th century. In various reports, it is said he excelled at music, drama and baseball at Commercial High School in Brooklyn. There is a gap between high school and the start of professional baseball career.

Baseball Career

Starting in 1909 he pitched for various minor league teams in Springfield CT, Lansing MI, Albany GA, Atlantic City NJ, and Pittsburgh PA. He has been described as a work horse; however, his minor league records are

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incomplete. This assumption probably came from his popularity as player in these towns as he was frequently mention in articles. His lone MLB season was in the Federal League in 1914 as a member of the Buffalo Buffeds. He pitched 3 games for Buffalo with 0-1 record and a 4.35 ERA. He disappeared for the 1915 season and reappeared in Norfolk Tars in 1916. He appeared in 20 games and closed out his professional baseball career. Its was reported that he continued to play in amateur ball while he moved on to his next career.

Music Career

Porray’s music career coincided with his baseball career and kicked into high gear when it concluded. He became famous in the New York city area as a musician, a vaudeville actor, a and Broadway performer. While a player in Norfolk, the Newport Newspaper reported he was quite the ragtime player. In 1916 he formed the Eddie Porray Musical Association and played to huge crowds at Coney Island. Before WW1 he shared stage time with Will Rogers. During WW1 he entertained the troops at camps in Europe and the United States. As a songwriter he is credited with writing dozens of songs including the Broadway hit song “I Miss Old Folks Now” recorded by the Dixie Volunteers

and “Ev’rybody Shimmees Now” and was a big part of Mae West’s stage act. Mae West was famous for what at the time was called bawdiness. She is considered to be the first sex symbol and forerunner to Marilyn Monroe and Madonna to name a few. His career spanned into the 1930’s with mentions about his performances across 16 states as far west as Arizona and Utah.

Arriving in Nepa

No one knows for sure how he ended up in Lackawaxen, it is speculated that the area was a popular destination for travelers from the major metro area. Pike County in 1930’s as it is today a popular spot for vacations, hunting and fishing. He likely meets his wife Ann Werner Meyer during one of

these visits. Meyer’s first husband owned a hotel and restaurant in the area. According to the Pike County Newspaper they were a popular couple who hosted many people during their marriage. Porray died in 1954 and his wife died in 1970. The are buried together at the Odd Fellows Cemetery in Lackawaxen.

Odd and Ends

Porray was an avid collector of sheet music and recorded music. He had a collection of over 20,000 songs. He provided songs for radio quiz shows and the Brooklyn Eagle suggested writing to Porray to find old songs. The gave the address as Eddie Porray Lackawaxen PA, the postmaster would make sure it was delivered. Some of the research suggest that Ann was his first wife, however the Macon News reported he arrived in town with his wife in 1912. There have been 2 players and MLB Hall of Fame Manager Earl Weaver who died at sea.

The Federal League

The Federal League, was an American professional baseball league

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that played its first season as a minor league in 1913 and operated as a "third major league", in competition with the established National and American Leagues, from 1914 to 1915.

The Federal League came together in early 1913 through the work of John T. Powers, and immediately challenged the operations of organized baseball as a minor league playing outside of the National Agreement. Playing in what detractors called the "outlaw" league allowed players to avoid the restrictions of the organized leagues' reserve clause. The competition of another, better paying league caused players' salaries to skyrocket, demonstrating the bargaining potential of free agency for the first time since the war between the AL and NL.

The Federal League left its mark on baseball history in the field now known as Wrigley Field, which was originally built for the Chicago Whales Federal League team. The league itself and many sports writers considered it a major league during its existence; organized baseball recognized its major league status in 1968.

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Hazleton Art League Fights Area Hunger With Their "Empty Bowls" Campaign

On Sunday, April 23rd, The Hazleton Art League hosted a fundraiser to help combat hunger with the “Empty Bowls Campaign.” For a $20 donation, attendees received a handcrafted ceramic bowl, of their choice, filled with delicious soup and served with bread from local area restaurants. The proceeds benefited two local charities.

The Hazleton Art league is pleased to announce that this fundraiser was a huge success! It raised money for The Willow Foundation’s Heartwood Center and United Charities. Checks for over $1,000 were accepted by Erika Ramirez, Annette Ambrush, and Tamear Henegain from the Willow Foundation, and Kristina Notaro and Tracey Zapotocky from United Charities. Presenting the checks on behalf of co-chairs Louise Baran and Joni Troyanoski is Mark Peterson, executive director of the Hazleton Art League. The organizers thank the many artists, volunteers and local restaurants who donated to this worthy cause,as well as all who attended. We could not have done it without you!

The Hazleton Art League has something for everyone. Stop in and see what we have to offer! They are located at the Hayden Family Center for the Arts, 31 West Broad Street, Hazleton, PA 18201. For more information contact us at 570-455-3333 or visit www.hazletonartleague.org.

(BPT) - For anyone seeking a career that's in demand and offers a wide variety of positions, the skilled trades and construction should be at the top of your list. Whether you're interested in construction, architecture and design, technology, finance, business administration, sales or HR, the array of jobs available in the field may help you find your perfect fit.

Benefits of working in the skilled trades - Because the skilled trades are in such high demand and the construction field is so vast, the sheer variety of positions allows not only for many different entry points into the industry, but also plenty of opportunities for advancement. At companies like 84 Lumber, the largest privately held building materials supplier in the nation, opportunities are varied and financially rewarding for people with or without college degrees.

Another advantage is that once you've acquired experience in one sector, you can go on to learn other aspects of the industry, then advance to a supervisory role or even work toward owning your own business.

Possibly the biggest benefit rests in how vital these roles are in society.

Great jobs are available - with or without a four-year degree

While some positions in the field may benefit from the education a four-year degree provides, most jobs are attainable with an associate's degree, technical school certification or even just via on-the-job training.

If you're on the fence about what kind of education you'll need to succeed in a career, it's worth weighing the cost and the time commitment of a four-year degree, along with the potential return on that investment.

On-the-job training opportunities - These types of positions are in such high demand that many employers will provide or support ongoing education to ensure that every employee can succeed, even if they begin with little to no experience or education under their belt.

Wherever you are in your career path, it's worthwhile to pursue a job in a field that will always be needed. "Skilled trades are in demand and will always be essential to society," added Lemoi. "Skilled tradespeople are shaping the future of our world, one project at a time."

Whether you want to be a chef or a plumber, a medical coder or a roofer, a construction worker or a vet tech, there are many options available.

Learn more about career possibilities at Careers.84Lumber.com.

IRS to offer Direct File

By Alice Horton-Barr, CEO, Honest Abe's Taxes, Inc.

Congress received a report on May 16, 2023, from the IRS that on a SCALED version for the 2024 they anticipate offering a “Direct File”, free file, tax software to taxpayers. This is presumably going to be for ez taxpayers with only W-2’s. Any test program will be set up in a limited region area and anything for “free” is generally the old saying “You pay for what you get.” It is like Turbo Tax where the program does not guide you to all your tax savings and benefits. If you have a SIMPLE return, a free software, or Turbo Tax is great, (federal only… you still must file State and local) if you have anything more, and you do not understand tax preparation investment in a qualified tax preparer saves you tax dollars.

Tax preparers should help with your required filing and your tax planning. They should be available for advice and

response to any correspondence. Honest Abe’s has and will always be a service that is here to do tax preparation and planning at fair and reasonable pricing. We specialize in providing service to our customers.

We offer beyond tax preparation, payroll, and bookkeeping services. We do courses to teach people how to prepare taxes and offer employment opportunities. Also, our courses are to teach people how to do basic bookkeeping and therefore maintain their own business records or gain skills to get a job.

We do have a notary on staff. We are open year-round. We only work Saturday during tax season but otherwise we are here for our regular monthly customers, our seasonal customers, and our new customers Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, to be of service. It is recommended that you call for an appointment. 570-668-8297. We look forward to hearing from you.

ARE YOU CURRENTLY CARING FOR A LOVED ONE?

The Caregiver Support Program is a unique service designed for caregivers to provide relief from normal care-giving duties and to reduce stress. The caregiver may choose the type of service needed and be reimbursed through state and federal funding. Examples of services would be personal care or day care. If the caregiver needs time for vacation, hospitalization or special emergencies, the benefit may be accumulated over a 6 month period and be used for extended respite.

The Caregiver Support Program may also reimburse the caregiver each month for the purchase of supplies used in caring for the care receiver. The list of supplies includes incontinence products, nutritional supplements, over the counter medication, and numerous other items.

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ACROSS

1. Horace volume

5. Deadly

10. Actress Sorvino

14. Cheer starter

15. Benefiting the environment

17. "Good grief!"

18. Large business investor

19. Cheat, slangily

20. "Raiders of the Lost ___"

21. ___ Carlo

22. Ancient colonnade

24. Rate of payment for written material

27. Long-jawed fish

28. Mountain pool

29. Certain exams

31. Brio

32. Shirley Maclaine book (4 wd)

37. Pathetic

39. Daniel Webster, e.g.

40. Pilferer (2 wd)

42. Sacred Hindu writings

43. Burdened

44. Anger (pl.)

45. "Help!"

48. People in SW Nigeria

51. Sonatas, e.g.

52. ___-frutti

54. ___ gestae

55. Bar bill

56. Infinite time (pl.)

59. ___ bread

60. Intense aversion

61. Shakespeare, the Bard of ___

62. European language

63. Dusk to dawn

64. Doofus

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1. Goes beyond a proper limit

2. Stimulant from foxglove

3. Disappear

4. Blue

5. ___ matter, e.g. dog do

6. Mites in stored grains

7. Tuft of feathers on bird's head

8. "Aladdin" prince

9. Auction offering

10. Actor O'Shea

11. Cake topper

12. Bob Marley fan

13. Adjust

16. Indonesian percussion orchestra

23. Temper, as metal

25. Ascended

26. Swindler, slangily

30. Indo-European languages, e.g. Russian

32. Best

33. Wedding role

34. Repetitious

35. One who presides over a debate

36. Group with no string instruments (2 wd)

38. Approving (informal)

41. Habituating

45. About 1.3 cubic yards

46. Exterior

47. Advances

49. Cherry alternative

50. Money in the bank, say

53. "How ___!"

57. Setting for TV's "Newhart"

58. Clavell's "___-Pan"

59. Calphalon product

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Hazleton Earns an ‘A’ Grade for Safety From The Leapfrog Group

Hazleton, Pa. (May 3, 2023) Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Hazleton is receiving top marks for safety from The Leapfrog Group, as the hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2023.

“Colleagues at LVH–Hazleton provide the highest quality care to each patient, and high-quality care begins with safety,” says Terry Purcell, President, LVH–Hazleton; President, LVHN Northwest Region. “I am incredibly proud of the work we do to provide our patients with the best possible care, and this recognition is evidence of our dedication to excellence.”

The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization that uses 30 national performance measures to grade hospitals from across the U.S. LVH–Hazleton earned a top safety grade for protecting patients from preventable harm and errors in the hospital.

“Our doctors, nurses and hospital staff prioritize safety,” says Anthony Valente, MD, Chief Medical Officer, LVH–Hazleton. “Everyone at LVH–Hazleton should be proud of earning an ‘A’ for safety because it shows our community that high-quality, compassionate care is available close to home.”

Each hospital graded by Leapfrog receives an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” for safety. Leapfrog’s grading system takes several factors into account, including errors, accidents, injuries and infections patients may encounter while in the hospital. Leapfrog also grades the systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm.

“A main component of achieving high-quality, compassionate care is taking steps to protect patients,” says Matthew McCambridge, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Quality,

Patient Safety and Acute Care Continuum Officer, Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN). “Achieving an ‘A’ rating from The Leapfrog Group is a testament to our commitment to keeping our patients safe and providing the excellent care they expect and deserve.”

The Leapfrog Safety Hospital grading system is peer-reviewed and transparent to the public. It is also the only safety rating system in the country that exclusively measures how well hospitals prevent medical errors and harm to patients.

“This new update of Hospital Safety Grades shows that, at the national level, we saw deterioration in patient safety with the pandemic,” says Leah Binder, President and CEO, The Leapfrog Group. “But this hospital received an ‘A’ despite those challenges. I congratulate all the leaders, staff, volunteers and clinicians who together made that possible.”

Full safety grade details for LVH–Hazleton are available at HospitalSafetyGrade.org.

Adult Women With Acne

by Stephen Schleicher, MD

We usually associate acne with teenagers. Surprise; adults can be afflicted as well, sometimes quite severely. In my practice many adults with acne are treated on a weekly basis and the number is increasing. Catching up on my dermatology journals, I came across an article titled: “What Matters the Most to Adult Women with Acne?” The authors (two from Penn State University) reviewed a study of 50 women who were asked questions about how acne affected their lives. Given that acne is visible to others, the findings are not unexpected.

To quote from the review: “women reported that their acne led to concerns about their appearance and their mental and emotional health. Many reported that they were perceived differently as a result of their acne, which contributed to disruption in their personal and professional lives……themes of depression, anxiety, and social isolation were commonly reported.”

The good news is that virtually everyone with acne can be helped and, for those most severely afflicted, even cured. Minor cases may respond to over-thecounter remedies such as benzoyl peroxide and adapalene (Differin) gels. Oral antibiotics are often required for control of persistent cases and may be combined with birth control pills or spironolactone, a medication that helps modify response to hormones that contribute to pimple formation. Isotretinoin (formerly known as Accutane) is a wonder drug capable of taming even the most problematic cases. Untreated, severe acne can result in permanent scars. Even barely visible pimples can trigger depression and loss of esteem. Breaking out? A visit to your dermatologist is a wise decision.

Shoulder Pain

By Dr. Eric Sherman - DNP, CRNP-BC

The shoulder is a complex joint, with many moving parts. Shoulder pain is one of the most common problems seen in our practice. This pain may be the result of falling, a workplace injury, breaking a bone, sports injuries, a motor vehicle accident, or even certain inherited conditions. Even poor posture and improper biomechanics can exacerbate issues in the shoulder. A thorough examination will help identify the cause of your pain and our healthcare providers will customize a plan of care to help reduce your pain and promote your use of the shoulder.

Treatment modalities may include conservative care measures, appropriate therapy recommendations, steroid injections, viscoelastic supplementation, PRP injections, pain management referrals, or surgical intervention when required. Our team will guide you through the process from start to finish, with the goal of decreasing pain and improving the overall function of the shoulder. We will take the time to explain what your best options are to improve your quality of life. Surgery may not be the option you prefer; we can help you decide what the best course of treatment is for your specific needs.

Stop Waiting For The Perfect Time

by Dr. Candice Dutko, DNP

Many folks put off making improvements in their health or fitness for a variety of reasons. They might cite reasons such as “I don’t have time right now, my days are so busy…” or, “I can’t afford it right now…it’s not quite in our budget.” Some people succumb to “paralysis by analysis” and research potential gyms/ workout programs/diets forever and never decide on one. Others might just report they don’t know what to do at the gym, so they just stay home and do nothing.

I will let you in on a little secret… conditions will never be perfect. Waiting for conditions to be perfect will leave you just…waiting.

Scott J. Boyle, D.O.

Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

Treating shoulder problems can help a person more easily perform activities of daily living, improve range of motion, promote gains in strength, decrease pain levels, and even improve sleep patterns. So, whether you have a new injury or an old problem that is causing you pain, we can help. On-site diagnostic imaging allows us to accurately diagnose and treat issues that may be causing your pain. So, whether you have an old nagging injury or a new problem that is bringing you down, we can help. Our dedicated team of professionals makes your wellness our highest priority. We invite you to see the difference at Mountain View Orthopaedics.

Eric Sherman DNP, CRNP-BC

Not having time is a common excuse people use for not taking the steps to begin a health or fitness program. We can approach this in two ways. One is to objectively look at how you are spending your time. A quick place to look is at your phone. What does your screen time data look like? Next, look at how much TV you are watching. We easily find the time to binge watch Netflix or YouTube. Raising these points takes me to my next thoughts.

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Q:My father has worn hearing aids for several years. At home where it is quiet, he seems to hear us well. However, when we go out to dinner or have a lot of family around, he doesn’t seem to be able to understand anything. What can we do?

A:It is not uncommon for a person to have difficulty hearing in background noise, even if they are wearing technologically advanced hearing aids. Most hearing aids sold today are Bluetooth compatible, which allows the person wearing hearing aids to utilize their cell phone as a remote control. This enables the user to make changes to the volume and program the settings of their devices.

Here are some strategies you might find helpful: (1) Get your father’s attention before speaking, (2) Ask to be seated in a booth or in a quieter section of a restaurant, (3) Keep hands and objects away from one’s face when speaking, and (4) Avoid multiple individuals talking at once.

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There is a simple question out there for most people who have never been to a Chiropractor before, when is the right time to seek the care of a chiropractor? Here, at Sacco Chiropractic, when most of our firsttime patients enter our office and I sit down to talk with them the always say, “I tried everything, you are my

When Should Chiropractic Be Your First Choice?

last hope.” Often, these patients have a type of spinal issue or pain, whether it be low back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, or muscle tightness. They explain that they went to their primary care doctor, an urgent care or even the emergency room and were prescribed pain killers, muscles relaxers and/or even a steroid, but

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they did not really work. Raise your hand if you have heard this before.

Most of these patients know that the issue is more than likely coming from their spine, yet they did not choose the spinal specialist, a chiropractor. It would be like chipping your tooth and going to the eye doctor. It just does not make sense. Our medical doctors are busy enough treating the illnesses and other sickness we deal with. Each profession has its place. Chiropractors are here to heal your body, usually the same way you injured it, naturally.

Most then say, “Okay I’m interested, but how does it work.” I am a visual learner and I love analogies so I will explain chiropractic this way.

Imagine for a second your body is a refrigerator. You are running fine for years, keeping food cold and fresh, but one catch, you rely on the power in the electrical socket to run properly and efficiently. That electrical socket is your brain and the cord to the refrigerator is your spinal cord, which gives your body the power to run properly. Now say, for example, one day, the power is off. What is going to happen? Well, the food is going to go bad, aka cause your body pain. Now getting drugs for this type of pain is like just going to the grocery store, buying new food, and putting it in the refrigerator that has no power. It is only masking the true cause of the problem for a little while until the food goes bad again because there is no power. So, if you want to fix the true cause of the problem you must fix the source of the issue, the power. You can achieve this by visiting a chiropractor, receiving a specific adjustment to the area that is “out” which will turn the power back on and let your body heal itself and run properly again.

If you would like to see how we do things differently, check us out! Sacco Chiropractic, 1730 East Broad Street, Hazleton. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment 570-497-4150. You can also visit our Facebook page or and our website www.saccochiropractic.com . We look forward to treating you.

What's Happening At Providence Place Drums?

by Kristen Adams, Director of Sales and Stephanie N Miller, Regional Director of Sales

Nice weather has arrived and we are in full summer mode here at Providence Place! We are kicking off summer with a Carnival for residents and families! Our gardening club is actively planting flowers and vegetables! Our community life is engaging in trips, baseball games, live entertainment, cookouts, ice cream socials, and so much more! Feel free to stop by anytime to see what’s happening here at Providence, we would love to have you!

Wednesday, June 7th – Musical

Entertainment by John Stevens Polka Band –2:30pm – dining room

Tuesday, June 13th – Ed-U Live Eagle

Demo/Presentation - by Carbon County

Environmental Education Center – 2:30pm –1st floor

Thursday, June 15th – Musical

Entertainment by pianist Paul Oschal – 2:30pm – 3rd floor

Saturday, June 24th – Carnival Theme

Outdoor Picnic – 2:00pm – 5:00pm – Side Lawn

Tuesday, June 27th – Ed-U Presentation –The Life of Benjamin Franklin by Joe & Dolores McDevitt – 2:00pm – 3rd floor

Thursday, June 29th – Dementia Support Group – 6:00pm – 3rd floor

We are extremely proud to announce Providence Place Senior Living has been awarded “Best of” in Independent Living, Assisted Living, & Memory Care Senior Living by U.S. News and World Report. Providence Place is welcoming new residents at our Drums Campus. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, as well as secured living arrangements for memory support! Call Stephanie Miller, Regional Director of Sales at 570-956-8495 or Kristen Adams, Director of Sales at 717-497-3525 for more information! We look forward to assisting you with this transition!

NEPA Vascular Institute — Chronic Venous Insufficiency

More than 190 million people have Chronic Venous Insufficiency or varicose veins globally. More than 30 million Americans suffer from varicose veins, or the more serious form of venous disease called Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI), yet the majority remains undiagnosed and untreated.

Venous reflux disease, also known as Chronic Venous Insufficiency, develops when the valves that keep blood flowing out of the legs and back to the heart become damaged or diseased. If left untreated, symptoms may worsen over time.

Once the valves in the leg stop working properly, they cannot be repaired. Treatment options available include closing or removing the damaged vein and then redirecting blood flow to healthy veins.

Traditionally, surgical stripping or heat-based treatment options are used. However, the VenaSeal closure system treats the diseased saphenous veins, without traditional heating or stripping the vein out of the leg. The VenaSeal closure system is a comfortable procedure that is a non-thermal, non-tumescent, non-sclerosant procedure that uses an advanced medical adhesive to close the diseased vein. This unique approach eliminates the risk of nerve injury that is sometimes associated with certain thermal-based procedures, which offers freedom from tumescent anesthesia, multiple needs sticks, thermal nerve injury and post-procedure pain.

The VenaSeal closure system uses medical adhesive to coapt and close the vein, with high closure rates across three clinical trials. Additionally, patients treated with the VenaSeal closure system often have minimal to no bruising and can return quickly to normal activities same day.

Patients can enjoy same day appointments with Venous Ultrasound offered by a registered vascular technologist for the highest quality. Patients no longer have to suffer long term. Call NEPA Vascular Institute today to schedule your personal appointment at 570-616-8589. We want to help you get back to living your best life.

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Many people tend to believe that you need to spend hours in the gym each week to experience results and that couldn’t be further from the truth. I have people that workout even just three days per week for about an hour or less and they have achieved great results. Furthermore, the gym is but a very small part of making improvements in your overall health and our results are influenced more by our life outside of the gym (walking, improving what/how we eat, sleeping well, etc). Consider this…we can either make time for our health or we can make time for our illness. Having worked as a nurse in the hospital, I have never had a patient report that their hospital stay came at a good time for them. It was more than likely quite the opposite. A solution I highly recommend for people that might have time challenges is investing in gym equipment for home. It doesn’t have to be big or pricey and can be as simple as a few dumbbells. Personally speaking, when I was going through graduate school and advancing in my career, my home gym was a lifesaver. (Little did I know COVID would come along and it would prove to be even more valuable). It was far more convenient for me to be able to go home, go in the garage, do my workout and then head into the house to work on whatever project was due versus spending additional time going to a commercial gym.

Another reason many folks cite for why they are putting off pursuing a health or fitness regimen is costs/finances. Many, if not all gyms, have a variety of program offerings to fit almost anyone’s budget. The best investment we can ever make is the one we make in ourselves. Our spending tells a story about what we prioritize in our lives. I encourage you to review how you are spending your money. Sometimes, it means we need to trim from somewhere else to be able to afford the investment in ourselves. For example, can we perhaps make coffee or breakfast at home versus purchased meals during the week? Or, maybe there is an opportunity to cut back on meals that we eat out and use that money instead to do something for ourselves that will provide long-term benefits. Please note, I am not suggesting you “eliminate all fun” to be able to afford the gym or more nutritious food. I am instead encouraging you to consider exploring all avenues before you utilize a financial reason for not taking steps to improve your health. At the end of the

day, it is free to get out and go for a walk! Some people spend excessive time researching the best option and end up making no decision at all. As the saying goes, “there is nothing to it but to do it!” You can think about it and debate about it forever and that is not going to get you anywhere. Just start with something, no matter how small, and work on developing better habits. Improving yourself by even just 1% everyday has a tremendous compounding effect. Think of yourself like a savings account. You can put a dollar in everyday and start earning interest, or I can keep it in my wallet and it earns nothing. Doesn’t mean you can’t change banks (or gyms) later on, but at least you have started moving forward towards selfimprovement.

Lastly, a big reason I hear from people about why they don’t pursue a fitness routine is that they don’t know what to do at the gym. I can totally understand. Early on in my fitness journey, I remember walking into the gym and having no idea what to do. I also remember having some home equipment and not being sure what to do with that either. Thankfully, I found a gym that I enjoyed and where I received guidance until I felt comfortable enough to workout more independently. I have also enjoyed working out on my own, while still being guided by a remote coach. A coach is a great resource and a great example of investing in yourself.

In conclusion, failure to accomplish our goals, regardless if they are health or fitness related, often comes down to our failure to plan, prepare, or prioritize. We need to plan time in our schedules to work on ourselves. We need to prepare appropriately to best set ourselves up for success. We need to make efforts to prioritize ourselves because we deserve to be a priority.

I will close with one of my favorite quotes from one of my coaches, “we can have excuses, or we can have results, but we can’t have both.”

Dr. Candice Dutko, DNP is a Registered Nurse and a Fitness & Nutrition Coach specializing in an individualized approach to wellness and fitness. Through her coaching service, Achieve Wellness & Fitness, her mission is to help people build confidence through wellness and fitness to live their lives to the fullest. She prioritizes a small caseload of clients to help ensure delivery of a comprehensive and supportive service. Her gym is located on Route 309 in Mountain Top. You can contact her at 570.704.6794 or check out her website at www.achievewellnessandfitness.com

Don't Be Afraid

by John Degenhart, DC

An 84-year-old woman came to my office. She said that 40 years ago a chiropractor adjusted her spine very physically and she felt worse afterwards. The incident so traumatized her that for decades she would never go to see a chiropractor again.

But as the years went by, her aches and pains grew almost debilitating and her friends said that my adjustments were gentle, so she decided to try us out. She was in the other day, and she exclaimed, “It’s a miracle! I was afraid to see a new chiropractor. Your technique is safe and gentle, and I feel so much better. I would be in a nursing home by now if it weren’t for your care!”

As you read this, maybe you had an experience like that in your past. But don’t assume that all chiropractors are the same. I think each person has a unique story. A good chiropractor is a good listener. To listen to where the pain is, how long it is there, what helps or hurts it, and to finally come to the conclusion of what type of an adjustment can the patient tolerate to get optimal results.

To me, it is magical. To listen to their story, to make a gentle adjustment, and as their pain goes away, a transformation occurs. Where a painful, fearful, patient becomes a healthy, confident patient and they refer their family and friends to you. I love every day at the office seeing this process with so many people.

I was afraid the first time I went to a chiropractor. So I put myself in my patient’s shoes. If you or a loved one is hurting, and the pills just temporarily cover up the pain, I ask you humbly, give us a call. Life is short. It is a joy to meet each day with health and vitality. I await your call.

Top 7 Summer Maintenance Tips You Can Do Yourself

By Thomas R. Buff

I do not have to tell you that the warm weather is finally here and the summer driving season has begun. Car care doesn’t take a vacation between Memorial Day and Labor Day, but this is the time we normally do. The warmer months can actually present some unique challenges to the maintenance needs of our vehicles, especially with the rising cost of gasoline. So as summer season begins so does the time for vacations, ice cream trips and long rides. However, hot weather can take its toll on our vehicles. Never the less, it is no secret that many automobiles are sadly neglected these days. Repairs are inevitable and become necessary sooner and more frequently

when maintenance is neglected. The Car Care Council estimates that more than $62 billion in vehicle maintenance and repair that should be performed every year is neglected, evidence that there is considerably more that consumers should be doing to protect their automotive investment. By being proactive and performing a few basic maintenance checks on your own vehicle can keep your auto running throughout the warm summer months. So here are the top 7 maintenance checks you can do on your own.

Fluid Levels – Check the oil, coolant, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluids. If a fluid is low look for leaks, low fluid levels are often the cause of major problems due to the fact that they are often overlooked. A low coolant level can cause overheating and engine failure. Remember, never remove or open the radiator cap on a hot engine, wait until the engine has cooled down. Low brake fluid can cause brake failure and a low oil level can cause severe damage to the engine of your car as well. Scheduling an oil change

at the beginning of the summer season is a good idea. Remember, oil is not only a lubricant but also acts to cool the vital engine parts.

Tire Inflation Pressure- All tires should be inflated according to the manufactures recommended pressure. Most accidents involving tire blowouts are due to improper air pressure. To find out where the right pressure is you can look for the decal on the inside of the driver’s side door or also in your owners’ manual. Remember, a properly inflated tire will also save you gas!

Battery – Believe it or not, batteries normally fail in the summer months due to the hot weather. Check the age of the battery and if it is older than 5 years it is probably a good time to replace it. Also clean all the corrosion off of the battery terminals.

Belts And Hoses – Weather can wreak havoc on your belts and hoses. Check the condition of your coolant hoses by squeezing them to feel for soft spots which indicate a worn-out hose. By twisting the belt or belts you may see any signs of cracks, distortions, worn spots or failure. Summer is not the time to be stranded on the highway because of a busted radiator hose or a torn belt.

Brakes – The braking system is obviously an important part of maintenance but is one of the most neglected. Most motorists can handle the task of checking brake lining and brake fluid with common hand tools. Otherwise, have the brakes system checked at a qualified repair shop. This is especially true if you are planning on traveling this summer.

Windshield wiper blades – Powerful summer storms can dump a lot of water and make visibility near zero. The extreme temperature changes from the winter season wreak havoc on the wiper blades by causing cracks and tears that can lower the effectiveness of the wipers. If your wipers are leaving visible streaks or take several passes to clear away light rain, they need to be replaced.

Air Conditioning- If you plan on spending some travelling time in your vehicles then now is the time to check you’re A/C system. You most likely have not needed to use it in many months. Small leaks can develop over the winter months. Have a qualified technician repair you’re A/C if it is not blowing cold air.

Remember that it is important to maintain your automobile. The items mentioned are just a small part of what should be a thorough maintenance schedule for your automobile. Keeping your car safe, reliable and fuel efficient through proper maintenance will ensure an enjoyable summer driving season. Stay healthy and safe! Happy Motoring!

More Than 20 Commonly-Used Driver Licensing and Motor Vehicle Forms Can Now Be Submitted Online

Harrisburg, PA – In keeping with Governor Josh Shapiro’s commitment to serve Pennsylvanians more effectively and efficiently, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that over 20 driver licensing and motor vehicle forms are now available for electronic submission to provide faster and more efficient customer service to our residents. This announcement comes just one week after Governor Shapiro signed an Executive Order establishing the Commonwealth Office of Digital Experience (CODE PA) to improve online services and make it easier for Pennsylvanians to connect with the vital resources provided by the Commonwealth.

"Anything we can do to make our services more convenient for our customers is a win,” said Acting PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “PennDOT is committed to modernizing our operations, shorter wait times and giving customers new ways to complete services from the comfort of their homes - without having to visit a driver license

center."

Over 20 commonly-used driver licensing and motor vehicle forms that require a signature can now be completed, signed, and submitted online, including the self-certification form for commercial driving, the statement of non-operation of vehicles form, several medical forms, and more. Allowing customers to submit these forms electronically will allow PennDOT staff to start processing them more quickly, cutting down on customer wait times.

Forms that are available for electronic submission will be listed on the Forms, Publication and Maps website page with a "DS" suffix in their document number. When these forms are selected, instructions for secure submission will be provided. Printable/downloadable versions of these forms will continue to be available. PennDOT will continue to add more forms for electronic submission as they become available.

Many common services, like vehicle and driver’s license renewal, address changes, and much more, are available

online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website, as well as including all forms, publications, and driver training manuals. Online services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week that include driver’s license, photo ID and vehicle registration renewals; driverhistory services; changes of address; driver license and vehicle registration restoration letters; ability to pay driver license or vehicle insurance restoration fee; driver license and photo ID duplicates; and driver exam scheduling. There are no additional fees for using online services. The use of online services continues to grow as customers experience the ease of use and savings in time online transactions offer at no additional cost.

Customers who received their first Pennsylvania driver's license, learner's permit or photo ID card after September 2003 may be able to pre-verify for REAL ID online. For more information on REAL ID issuance and pre-verification, please visit PennDOT’s REAL ID website.

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Person with Disabilities Parking Placard have the option to renew, receive a replacement or update their address on their permanent Persons with Disabilities Parking Placard online. Customers with Temporary Person with Disabilities Parking Placards will also be able to update their address and request replacement identification credentials through this online service. To renew a placard online or to obtain additional information on services provided, including how to obtain a placard, please visit the Person with Disabilities Information page on the Driver and Vehicle Services website. Placard holders will continue to receive a renewal form by mail approximately 60 days prior to their expiration.

Great Ways To Encourage Your Childs Love of Vehicles

(StatePoint) Do you have a vehicleloving kid? Here are some fun toys, games and activity ideas to fuel their interest in all things cars, trucks, planes, helicopters and more!

Attend a Community Event - Check to see when your local fire department’s next open house is. These community events are a great opportunity to learn about firefighting, and often there are special activities just for kids, like tours of the fire engine, equipment demonstrations, and even games and challenges that teach fire safety.

Or, turn your attention to the skies and attend an air show to view exciting aerial performances and gravity-defying stunts. Find Great Toys - Some toy vehicles are more than meets the eye, such as those in the Switch & Go line-up from VTech, which includes the Gorilla Muscle Car, a ferocious ape that turns into a mighty muscle car with a few simple moves. Its LCD-screen eyes change from friendly to fierce when it’s ready for action. In car mode, kids can check out the driver on the LCD screen and hear him talk about his speed. Also in the line-up is the Wolf Fire Chief, a powerful fire chief car with realistic five-alarm fire sound effects and cool lights. One-touch transformation turns this rescue vehicle into a strong, growling wolf, ready to spring into action.

For kids who also love dinosaurs, check out the Switch & Go Hatch & Roaaar Eggs, a line of two-in-one dinosaur vehicles. Available as a Velociraptor Racer, T-Rex Racer, Triceratops Race Car

and Pterodactyl Chopper, kids can create an entire dinosaur-turned-vehicle world by opening the eggs and finding all the pieces needed to rev up imaginative play.

Visit a Transportation MuseumA trip to a transportation museum is a chance to see cool cars, helicopters, airplanes, trucks and trains from different time periods. Some institutions even let you board the vehicles for a closer look around. Learn about the science and engineering behind their development, along with the history of how they changed the world.

Play Car Games - On a road trip? Beat boredom on highways and byways by assigning each kid a different color. Have them keep a tally of all the vehicles they see in that color. For slightly older kids, ask them to keep track of the different states they see represented on license plates or even the car models.

From playtime to community events, there are many ways to support your child’s love of vrooming, zooming vehicles.

It’s All About Your Comfort!

By the HVAC Experts at S.J. Kowalski

The hot weather is coming, and it is important to keep your A/C running smoothly during hot weather.

The experts at S.J. Kowalski, Inc. have a few tips to help A/C units run at peak performance, no matter what the temperature is outside.

It’s important to stay on top of A/C maintenance. Make sure you have your system professionally cleaned for the upcoming hot summer. The main thing you can do is make sure your filters are clean. Air conditioners work to filter both air and humidity during intense heat. A filter that’s a little dirty would do fine when it’s 70 degrees outside, but when it is 90 to 100 degrees you really need to have a clean filter in the system.

We also suggest opening all the vents in your home to ensure consistent airflow. Closing vents and covering returns can disrupt the airflow and force the A/C unit to work overtime and cause unnecessary stress on the system.

It also helps to keep curtains closed. Keep all doors closed including the garage door. Limiting how much you go in and out of the home also is helpful. One of the most important things you can also do is to bump the thermostat up a few degrees and keep the fan on to keep the pressure off the cooling system and balance air circulation. When it is hot outside, we must set realistic expectations for our air conditioners. They are not designed to cool a home at

68 to 70 degrees when it is 100 degrees outside. Air conditioners are designed to keep a home approximately 20 degrees cooler than outside temperature. If you like to keep your home at 68 or 70 degrees, you might want to bump it up to 72, 73 or 74 degrees over the coming hot days because it is likely to fall a little behind anyway.

If you have done everything you can think of to keep your home cool and it still isn’t working, call the experts at 570-455-2600.

If you think there is something wrong, there probably is, and it’s not going to fix itself. Call S.J. Kowalski at 570-455-2600 to schedule an appointment to have your system checked out so you can be cool and comfortable all summer. Also ask about summer promotions. We are continuing our air scrubber promotion for the summer months which includes ductless air scrubbers. Also 10% off the purchase of a new thermostat and water heater specials for new customers when you mention this article.

Building Your Dream Home Anytime, Anywhere 5 Tips To Create A Comfortable Forever Home

(Family Features) For most homebuyers, their dream homes are not something they're likely to find already on the market. With a unique vision of your dream home's look, location and features, building a custom home is generally the easiest way to make that dream a reality.

To keep things moving as smoothly as possible amid what can be a complicated process, consider these tips as you embark on the journey.

Set a Realistic Budget

You'll need to start by determining how much you can spend on your house. Typically, the cost of building a home is around $100-$200 per square foot, according to research from HomeAdvisor. You'll also need to account for the lot price as well as design fees, taxes, permits, materials and labor. Materials and labor should make up about 75% of the total amount spent, but it's wise to build in a buffer for price changes and overages. While building your budget, consider what items and features are "must-haves" and things that should only be included if your budget allows.

Identify the Perfect Location

Think about where you'd like to live and research comparable lots and properties in those areas, which can give you a better idea of costs. Because the features of many dream homes require a wider footprint, you may need to build outside of city limits, which can make natural gas

more difficult to access. Consider propane instead, which can do everything natural gas can and go where natural gas cannot or where it is cost prohibitive to run a natural gas line. Propane also reduces dependence on the electrical grid, and a propane standby generator can safeguard your family if there is a power outage.

"As a real estate agent and builder, I have the pleasure of helping families select their dream homes," said Matt Blashaw, residential contractor, licensed real estate agent and host of HGTV's "Build it Forward." "The homes we design and build are frequently in propane country, or

off the natural gas grid. Propane makes it possible to build an affordable and comfortable, high-performing indoor living spaces and dynamic outdoor entertaining areas."

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of universal design - the ability of a space to be understood, accessed and used by people regardless of their age or ability - can make it possible to still enjoy your home even if mobility, vision or other challenges arise as you age.

For example, the entryway could have a ramp or sloped concrete walkway leading to a front door wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair with a barrier-free threshold. Inside, wider hallways and doorways, strategic lighting and appliances installed at lower heights are mainstays of universal design. Counters of varying heights, drop-down cabinet racks and rollunder sinks in kitchens and zero-entry showers, slip-resistant flooring and grab bars in bathrooms offer enhanced accessibility.

Consider Alternative Energy Sources

With today's electric grid, more than two-thirds of the energy is wasted; it never reaches homes. Unlike electricity, propane is stored in a large tank either above or below ground on the property. A 500-gallon tank can hold enough propane to meet the annual energy needs of an average single-family homeenough to power major systems in a home.

Propane pairs well with other energy sources, including grid electricity and on-site solar, which makes it a viable option for dual-energy homes. Like natural gas, propane can power major appliances such as your furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, fireplace, range and standby generator. Often, propane works

more efficiently with fewer greenhouse gas emissions than electricity, meaning your home is cleaner for the environment.

Propane can even power a whole-home standby generator, which is often a big selling point. When a homeowner purchases a standby generator, a licensed electrician installs the unit outside the home and wires it to the home's circuit breaker. When a power outage occurs, the generator automatically senses the disruption of service and starts the generator's engine, which then delivers power to the home. From the warm, comfortable heat of a propane furnace to the peace of mind offered by a propane standby generator, many homeowners trust propane to provide a safe, efficient, whole-home energy solution.

Build a Team of Experts

Hiring the right people can make the process of turning your dream into reality go much smoother. Start by researching reputable builders, paying special attention to the types of homes they build to find a style that matches what you're looking for as well as price ranges for past homes they've built. Consider how long the builders have been in business and if they're licensed and insured.

Depending on your builder's capabilities, you may also need to hire an architect or designer. In addition to your real estate agent to assist with purchasing the lot and selling your previous home, you may need assistance from other professionals, such as a real estate attorney, landscape architect and propane supplier. A local propane supplier can work with the builder to install a properly sized propane storage tank either above or below ground and connect appliances.

Prep For Bug Season

(StatePoint) It can be tempting to think that bugs simply disappear in the cooler months. The truth is that many bug species have evolved to survive all year long, sometimes hiding in the warm nooks and crannies in and around homes. Others go into a hibernation-like state.

“Bugs can be a lot smarter and more resilient than you may realize. Even if youdon’t see household pests right now, some may still be waiting in your home for those first warm days to signal them to become active, search for food and find a mate,” says Emma Klingman, senior products research at Zevo, a maker of pest control products with naturally-inspired ingredients you can feel good about.

To prep your home for bug season and outsmart pests, follow these three steps:

1. Tidy up: Household pests love snacking just as much as people do, but you don’t need to play host to them. After meals, wipe down tables, counters and other kitchen surfaces. Be sure to regularly sweep and vacuum crumbs, as well as mop up to eliminate sticky food residue. Keep a tightly-fitting lid on your garbage bin, and rinse cans and jars before recycling them.

2. Be ready: Even an immaculate home will face pest problems at some point. That’s why it is important to have tools on hand to catch a problem early, before it becomes a much bigger one. Zevo’s Instant Action sprays target and shut down biological pathways found in insects, not in people or pets. Likewise, the brand’s traps use a UV and blue light system to attract and capture flying insects, and they have a discreet design that can serve as a bouncer at your home’s entry points. It’s also smart to use these traps in potential problem areas, such as near trash cans and fruit bowls and near toilet bowls and drains.

3. Safeguard the yard: Defending your yard from pesky pests will not only improve the comfort of your home’s outdoor spaces, it will help prevent insects from finding their way indoors. Be sure to eliminate standing water

by properly tending to your lawn and by periodically clearing downspouts of debris. Any water feature in your garden should use running water. If you have a patio or deck, consider screening it in. If you don’t love the look of screened walls, installing ceiling fans can be an effective alternative. Run the fans whenever you entertain to deter unwanted guests, such as mosquitos, from crashing the party.

Of course, it’s always a good idea to apply bug repellant when spending time outdoors. Find a formula that will be easy to use, such as the new on-body products from Zevo, which include a pump spray, aerosol and lotion. They offer eight hours of protection from mosquitoes and ticks and are lightweight, odorless and not sticky.

For more usage tips and more information, visit https:// zevoinsect.com and follow on Facebook, TikTok and Instagram (@ZevoInsect).