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Lowest dose 3D mammography in East Stroudsburg now available at: St. Luke’s Women’s Imaging Center 239 East Brown Street East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
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St. Luke’s Individualized Breast Screening Program All breasts are not alike. In fact, 40% of all women have dense breast tissue and may benefit from further testing to supplement mammography. St. Luke’s offers leadingedge breast screening technologies that adapt to each woman’s unique needs, providing a fast, confident diagnosis. Ask your doctor what breast screening is right for you. Physician referral is required for breast services.
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12 01PERPETUAL FRIDAY BAND June 6, 2017 | 7pm | FREE www.shawneeinn.com Enjoy a free concert given by the Perpetual Friday Band on the Grand Lawn of The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort for the Community Concert Series.
02LEAPING IN FAITH: QUILTING YOUR TRANSFORMATION June 9-11, 2017 | 6:30pm start time $365 for non-members www.kirkridge.org Do you feel ready to stand in your power and commit to your moment of transformation? Take that leap of faith and begin the process towards lasting fulfillment, through creating a Transformative Action Plan using art quilting and meditation. Limited to 15 participants.
03POCONO 400 June 9-11, 2017 | Cost varies www.poconoraceway.com Events through the weekend leading up to the race on June 11. Recognized as one of NASCAR’s most competitive raceways, Pocono’s unique 2.5 mile track features three turns, each with its own degree of banking.
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June 10, 2017 | 5am-2pm Cost varies on race category and time of entry | www.tri2evolve.com Evolve Sports is partnering with the Wallenpaupack community for the Annual Wallyman Triathlon that takes place alongside the well-known Lake Wallenpaupack. The triathlon is available as an individual, relay, or aqua-bike event.
05GEOLOGY HIKE June 11, 2017 | 1-3pm Free for members / $5 for nonmembers www.peec.org Join Paul Kovalski, aka Dr. Dinosaur, for a program based on the geology of the area. We’ll take a short hike and talk about rocks, fossils, glacial deposits, and what makes our park unique.
06DELAWARE RIVER SOJOURN June 17-23, 2017 Adults $80/day, Children $50/day www.delawareriversojourn.org The Sojourn is a guided paddling trip on the wild and scenic Delaware River, combining canoeing/ kayaking, camping, educational programs, historical interpretation, and more.For novice to experienced paddlers of all ages.
07PLEASANT VALLEY CHORAL SOCIETY SINGS OUT June 20, 2017 | 7pm | FREE www.shawneeinn.com The Pleasant Valley Choral Society will perform in the River Sanctuary on the Grand Lawn of The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort.
08SUNSET DINNER IN THE VINEYARD June 21 and July 12, 2017 6:30-8:30pm | $79 www.mountainviewvineyard.com The sunset dinner begins with a cocktail reception and hors d’oeuvres on the porch at the brand new Mountain View Vineyard winery building in Stroudsburg. Then, you’ll head out into the vineyard for a special dining and wine-tasting experience with live music. Seating is extremely limited and reservations are required.
09GREAT TASTES OF PENNSYLVANIA WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL June 24-25, 2017 | 12-6pm $30/advanced; $35/door; $25/group (25+); $50/ weekend; $10/designated drivers and under 21 www.splitrockresort.com Uncork summer with the 27th Annual Great Tastes of Pennsylvania Wine and Food Festival. This two-day outdoor festival features food and craft vendors, live musical entertainment, and samples from an estimated 30 Pennsylvania wineries.
10RIVERSIDE RHYTHM June 27, 2017 | 7pm | FREE www.shawneeinn.com Riverside Rhythm will be performing on the Grand Lawn of the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort. Relax and listen, or get up and dance to the sounds of this renowned community big band.
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12SHAWNEE RIVERFEST AT THE SHAWNEE INN AND GOLF RESORT July 9, 2017 11:30am-7:30pm | FREE www.shawneeriverfest.com Full-day concert benefiting Pocono Alliance. Musical lineup includes Wild Planes, Hailey LeBar, Wyland, Clubhouse, Sophie Serafino and other exciting performers.
13POCONOS’ WURST FESTIVAL July 22 – 23, 2017 | 11am-5pm Cost in advance: Adults $9, Children $7.50. Cost at the gate: Adults $12.50, Children $8.50 2-day passes also available www.shawneemt.com The Poconos’ Wurst Festival is back on July 22 and 23 with even more wursts, wieners, kielbasa, pierogies and brews! A celebration of both Polish and German cultures with delicious authentic foods and beverages, dancing, and live music.
14AUDUBON WILDLIFE ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL July 22-23, 2017 | 10am-5pm Adults: $4, children under 12 free www.audubonfestival.com Known regionally as the finest art and craft show in the Pocono Mountains, the popular Audubon Art and Craft Festival combines entertaining and educational live wildlife shows featuring animals native to the area..
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AND EMPOWERED BY POCONO RACEWAY words | DEBBIE BURKE
Pocono Raceway’s first women’s initiative A traditional New York style steakhouse featuring prime aged steaks, terrific seafood & outstanding service. We offer on or off-premises catering for all your special occasions and events.
Join us for a “Taste of Italy” Every Thursday Night enjoy 3 courses for $20.95
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the Rose Pedals, was announced this past February by President and CEO Brandon Igdalsky. The program was launched to honor the efforts, dedication, commitment and passion of Dr. Rose Mattioli to the motorsports and local community. The Raceway was founded by Drs. Joseph and Rose Mattioli in 1968. Continuing the Mattioli spirit of community, philanthropy and service by uniting as a team to give back to the community, the Rose Pedals have provided volunteer assistance in areas of need to include Monroe County Meals on Wheels, Women’s Resource Center, Family Promise of Monroe County, Operation Touch of Home, Pennsylvania Autism Action Center, Family Promise of Monroe County, Big Brothers & Big Sisters of the Bridge and Divine Providence among other agencies and organizations. The Rose Pedals’ future vision includes a mentoring program built on the foundation of service to work toward expanding opportunities for girls and women in the community by providing tools to recognize their power, potential and accomplishments. Pocono Raceway, also known as “The Tricky Triangle,” is family-owned and situated in Long Pond. In business for over 50 years, the Raceway hosts multiple national motorsports events including two Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series, one Verizon IndyCar Series race, one NASCAR XFINITY Series, one NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and two ARCA Racing Series Presented by Menards events each year.
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in partnership with the Sherman Theater, announces the first annual Superhero Adventure to benefit Family Promise on Sept. 2, 2017 during Stroudfest. This annual event features lots of live music, good food and plenty of fun.
will start and end at the Family Promise kiosk on 7th Street. Registered Superheroes will collect “Superheroes for Family Promise” stickers at the volunteer Stroudfest vendor booths and cash them in for prizes. Other prizes include best costume and best-dressed dog.
Superhero Adventure invites adults, children and strollers of all ages, speeds and abilities – and well-behaved leashed dogs – to be a “Superhero” and help save homeless families with children by dressing up in a favorite superhero costume and walking among the vendors. The Adventure
Entrants who sign up online can also ask friends and relatives to sponsor them online. Those who raise $40 or more in sponsors will get a free T-shirt, and the person who raises the most for homeless families wins the grand prize. Find your inner Superhero and join the fight to end homelessness!
Visit the Family Promise at www.familypromisepa.org/superhero for information and to register in advance.
LOCATION Family Promise booth on 7th Street in Stroudsburg
DID YOU KNOW? Family Promise of Monroe County (which opened in 2008) provides safe shelter, meals and support services for homeless families with children through a collaborative network of local congregations.
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DATE & TIME Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017 11:00am - 2:00pm Participants begin their adventure as they are registered.
SCHEDULE 11:00am - 3:45pm Stroll through Stroudsfest and collect stickers
HIGHLIGHTS During 2016, Family Promise provided shelter, meals and case-managed support to 11 families consisting of 45 individuals enrolled in the program. The majority of these families are now supporting themselves.
4:00pm Awards and prizes given out at 7th Street bandstand
VOLUNTEERS In 2016, 7176 volunteer hours were logged in by members of the community who assisted families towards achieving self-sufficiency and securing permanent affordable housing.
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September 2nd is our 1st Annual Superhero Adventure in partnership with Sherman Theater’s Stroudfest! This event benefits Family Promise to help homeless families. Family Promise of Monroe County provides safe shelter, meals, and support services for homeless families with children through a collaborative network of local congregations.
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Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday, 10am-4pm Grey Towers National Historic Site, Milford PA Free Admission www.greytowers.org Sponsored by US Forest Service at Grey Towers, Pocono Arts Council & Grey Towers Heritage Association
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A MOUNTAIN OF EVENTS
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Known primarily as a ski mecca
and crafters display their artwork and other items for sale. There’s always music in the air from live bands, which perform throughout the day.
Every year, the venue hosts a series of fun and unique festivals and special events. New this year is Pocono Puppy Palooza, which invites visitors and their dogs to participate in special activities.
In the winter, the snowy slopes play host to skiing, snowboarding and snowtubing. Children and adults can take group or individual classes in skiing and snowboarding. The ski shop also offers equipment repairs.
in the middle of the beautifully scenic Pocono Mountains, Shawnee Mountain is that‌and a lot more.
The summer and fall lineup includes everything from fireworks and barbecue to Polish and German food, a garlic-centric event, a food truck extravaganza, a day for people and their pups, and a timber festival. Vendors in stands and food trucks provide the delicious food for events, and artisans
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For more information about Shawnee Mountain and a full calendar of events, visit ShawneeMT.com or follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
2017 SUMMER & FALL EVENTS SHAWNEE FIREWORKS DISPLAY July 3 • 7pm to 10pm (rain date - July 7) The annual Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Display benefits the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Company.
NEW! POCONO PUPPY PALOOZA September 23 & 24 11am to 5pm Shawnee is going to the dogs. The weekend is packed with canine fun including many activities for you and your dog to participate in.
POCONOS’ WURST FESTIVAL July 22 & 23 • 11am to 5pm A celebration of both Polish and German cultures with delicious authentic foods and beverages, dancing and live music, Bier Stein Olympics and Beer Belly Contest.
AUTUMN TIMBER FESTIVAL October 7 & 8 • 11am to 5pm A weekend of lumberjack events, chainsaw sculptures, scenic chairlift rides, pig races, novelty shows and live music at the base of the mountain, with food and craft vendors.
SWEET CORN & BBQ FESTIVAL August 12 & 13 • 11am to 5pm Nothing says summer like delicious sweet corn and finger-licking BBQ all with a western theme. Celebrate the taste of summer with delicious BBQ, locally grown sweet corn, live country show bands and country line dancing.
POCONO FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL & ART ON THE MOUNTAIN October 14 & 15 • 11am to 5pm Featuring 25+ food trucks and 60+ artists and crafters. It’s a weekend of fall foliage, delicious street eats, an arts and craft show and sale, chairlift rides and live music.
POCONO GARLIC FESTIVAL September 2 & 3 • 10am to 6pm Over 65 vendors will fill the mountain air with garlic-y goodness. Plus, live music, cooking demos, wildlife education display, garlic cooking contest, children’s area and more.
A BRIEF HISTORY OF SHAWNEE MOUNTAIN In 1975, Karl Hope, an avant-garde developer, added skiing to the amenities for his new timeshare program in Shawnee. He opened three trails, two lifts and a cozy lodge at the summit of Shawnee Mountain. In the first few weeks skiing was free (the cashier’s window wasn’t completed), then the price went up to a whopping $6.00! Complimentary coffee and donut service came from the tailgate of a pickup, and rentals were available from the back of a U-Haul. Three years later, operations moved with the new Base Lodge and a rental building. In 1979, Shawnee Development, chaired by Charlie Kirkwood, purchased Shawnee Mountain. Spring of 1982 saw the construction of Shawnee Place, a play & water park at the base of Shawnee Mountain, which operates each summer. 1983 saw night skiing more than double the skier turnout. The ski area expansion continued throughout the 1980’s with more lifts, more trails, expanded snowmaking and a massive rental building. The early 1990’s saw the addition of a Terrain Park and Half Pipe for snowboarding, and a new quad lift to the summit. Today, owned by Ski Shawnee, Inc., Shawnee Mountain has 23 slopes and trails, a nationally recognized ski school with outstanding children’s programs, and a new snow tubing park. State-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming, the nation’s largest ski rental shop, a half-pipe and terrain park, tremendous lift capacity of 12,600 skiers per hour and a service-oriented staff make Shawnee Mountain special.
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a pocono hidden gem THE WONDERS OF NATURE AND OUTER SPACE
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Where you can explore the nature around us and the stars and planets above us, all in one place? Look no further than East Stroudsburg University. ESU is home to the Schisler Museum of Wildlife & Natural History and McMunn Planetarium located in the Hoeffner Science and Technology Center. The museum and planetarium are both named for alumni who continue to support ESU’s legacy of providing an innovative learning environment: Arthur and Fannie Schisler ’62, and Charles A. “Tony” ’69 and Patricia Lythgoe ’68 McMunn. The Planetarium, which opened in 2008, and the Museum, opened in 2016, have hosted more than 15,000 visitors from around the world. The Schisler Museum provides visitors with the opportunity to tour the world and experience the natural habitats of over 140 mounted specimens in five world-class exhibits: The Frozen North - Arctic Circle; The Cold Forest - Alaska and Canada; Canyon Country - American Southwest; The Verdant East - Pocono region; and the African Bush – Miombo Woodlands.
In the 150-seat planetarium, visitors can step into the cosmos with featured films narrated by celebrities like Tom Hanks, Liam Neeson and Mark Hamill. Films shown, using the Spitz projection system, are digitally displayed onto a 30-foot dome which is similar to systems used at the Hayden Planetarium in New York. Cathy Klingler, Curator of the Schisler Museum of Wildlife & Natural History and McMunn Planetarium, said, “One of our most popular programs is the Nature by Night Flashlight Tours. Visitors explore the museum in the dark guided only by the glow of their flashlight and learn about the nocturnal habits and which animals are awake while we sleep.” Theses tours are scheduled on the first Friday of each month and registration is required. Cathy added, “We are expanding our programming to reach visitors of all types. Our family programs encourage intergenerational exploration and discovery, while our group programs—for everyone from schools to Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, to special needs programs to senior centers—are aligned with state and national educational standards.”
The Schisler Museum of Wildlife & Natural History and McMunn Planetarium are open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $6.00 for adults, $4.00 children (3-17yrs.) and seniors 60 yrs. and over. Group visits and special event rentals are also available. For more information, visit www.esu.edu/museum or call (570) 422-2705.
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Mon-Thurs by appointment only Fri-Sun 11am -7pm 570-517-5021 109-111 N. 8th St, Stroudsburg PA info@gamutartgallery.com
An eclectic mix of antiques, crafts, contemporary art, sculptures, vintage, one of a kind and unusual items spanning the early 1890’s to present day.
Wildlife exhibits and planetarium shows for explorers of all ages!
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Shawnee fireworks DISPLAY Monday, July 3rd
LIVE DJ, MAGIC SFOOD, & FIREW HOW ORKS!
Gates open at 7pm $10 per vehicle Benefits the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Company Rain Date is July 7th
Summer 2017 Hours Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. COLD BRAT BEER, S, P & BIE OLKA RS OLYM TEIN PICS
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Adults $6, Children (3–17) $4, Seniors 60+ $4 Children under 3, Members, and ESU students admitted free Hoeffner Science & Technology Center Normal Street & Ransberry Avenue East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570.422.2705
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FLOW LINE & COLOR BY ARTIST
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Artist Sean Turrell has received accolades and recognition all the way from New York City, Tampa and Boca Raton to Italy, France and Malta. Born in East Haddam, CT and schooled at the University of South Florida, Sean lived in Delray Beach, Florida until making his home in the Poconos in 2005. “We visited in 1999,” he said. “It’s pretty, it’s close to great museums and I liked the mountains.”
The people are faceless, he added, because they don’t represent a single person; they represent “the plural.” The wood for his sculpture – which features long, fluid shapes reminiscent of the human body – is not so much found as it finds him. “And if circumstances work out,” he said, “I make it into art.”
Sean primarily considers himself a sculptor but also expresses himself through photography and painting. At any one time, he said, he’s working on many pieces with many different media. His connection to Malta came about when an artist he had exhibited with moved to Europe and invited Sean to take part in a show that would open in the small, sunny Mediterranean country. “The show then travelled to three other European cities over the remainder of the year,” he added.
Because art is often enjoyed outdoors with its natural, hardto-beat lighting, Sean has a few public art pieces. Locally, he painted the train mural found on Main Street in Stroudsburg. Another piece is outside a train museum in Boca Raton.
Inspired by life and death, Sean’s recurring themes include womanhood and femininity, childbirth, religion, and sex, because, as he said, “they continue to be issues of our times.”
In June, Sean will kick off his exhibition schedule and will feature artists “from near and far.”
The Turrell Art Studios at 4 North 6th Street in Stroudsburg was initially opened as a custom frame shop. “Since then, the scope has expanded into a fine art gallery,” Sean added.
For more information, visit www.seanturrell.com or follow him on Facebook @seanturrell.
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turrell art studios Custom Framing & Art Ser vices MUSEUM QUALITY FRAMING 30 Years Experience Specializing in Over Sized ARCHIVAL MOUNTING & GLAZES Canvas Stretching •Shadow Boxes • Mirrors • Memorabilia • Degrees GALLERY Sculpture • Painting •Photography Ceramic Tiles • Prints • Giclée • Local and Non-Local Artists • Revolving Show Schedule
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ROLLING HILLS GARLIC VINEGAR rich in history, taste, & aroma words and photos |KEVIN CONROY The tranquility of Rolling Hills Farm in Saylorsburg is evident from the moment you set foot on the property. Ducks and geese quack contentedly, chickens cluck and scurry, and a big chocolate lab comes bouncing down the drive. Rob Schwartz, Rolling Hills co-owner, is out in the field on his tractor. He waves as a voice of greeting comes from the farmhouse. Sheila Schwartz, his wife, walks with you towards Rob. The rhubarb is beginning to sprout on the edge of a lower field but the garlic is going strong. It thrives in the mineral-rich glacial soil found in this region. In this field under the sunlight is where Rolling Hills vinegar begins. The vinegar business was started by Sheila’s uncle Frank Pollock. What began as a few cloves of garlic floating around in a bottle of cider vinegar has, through years of effort, transformed into a thriving trade. Behind the Schwartz’s beautifully restored and renovated 1863 brick post-and-beam farmhouse stands a small, whitewashed stone building – the aging room. The aroma of cider vinegar and garlic fills the air. Rolling Hills Farm has been in Sheila’s family some seventy years since it was purchased by her grandfather, Sheldon Pollock. He ran the property until he died in 1956. His wife and children shouldered the responsibility for the farm until son Frank became its sole operator in 1974. Frank was a founding member of the Monroe Farmers Market and a driving force behind the Pocono Garlic Festival. Rob reminisces about sitting at the table with Frank taste-testing secret batches of vinegar identified only by number. In 1994, Rob became Frank’s associate in Rolling Hills Garlic Vinegar, and in the late 1990’s brother-in-law Steve Marenski became a full partner in the business. Rob and Sheila moved onto the farmstead in 2010, and are restoring the acreage to be the thriving produce farm it once was. The aging room is small for a dwelling but, filled with barrels, seems perfect for its present use. The smells of garlic and vinegar permeate the air. The aroma is one of intense freshness, then a sharp but almost delicate smell of apple cider vinegar with wood tones. The Schwartz’s use only all-organic local apple cider vinegar from one specific farm to make two versions of their product, one lightly sweetened with brown sugar, the other sweetened with local honey so smooth you can drink it.
You can find their delicious products at the Monroe Farmers Market as well as on the Rolling Hills website at www.rollinghillsgarlicvinegar. com. Rolling Hills Farm is located at Meixsell Valley Road in Saylorsburg PA, tel. (610) 381-6515.
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The year 1994 heralded two firsts in the Poconos, the first Pocono Garlic Festival and the first time Rolling Hills Garlic Vinegar became available to the public. Rolling Hills sold 256 bottles that day. Now, each year, they sell 16,000 bottles, most of it at garlic festivals in the Hudson Valley, Easton, Connecticut, and the Poconos.
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America is a melting pot of people and cuisine from all over the world We at Spice Route boast a menu that ensnares the taste buds of a seasoned food connoisseur. Our Chefs stay true to their heritage and roots to bring out the best in Classical Indian dishes and Indo-Asian Cuisine using the freshest ingredients with old-school cooking techniques.
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dunkelberger’s The Dunkelberger’s experience offers classically styled menswear and women’s wear with quality, handsomely made clothing for today’s best-dressed man and woman. At Dunkelberger’s Sports Outfitters you will find a wide array of gear, clothing and equipment for everything from hunting, fishing, and camping to boating, shooting and much more! Come in for your Father’s Day shopping needs at either of their two locations, in Stroudsburg and Brodheadsville.
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WATER FEATURES: Four lakes VIEWS: Their own Island Green PAR: 72 PRO INSIGHT: There’s a spectacular view of the mountains on Hole 5, but don’t let it distract you from making your best shot ever! GOLFER REVIEW: Absolutely LOVED this course! Very scenic and player friendly! Will definitely be back! -Tara Moyer
GREATBEAR
WATER FEATURES: Integrates three lakes, several streams and wetlands VIEWS: Small bridges, rolling terrain PAR: 71 PRO INSIGHT: The region’s only Jack Nicklaus Signature course GOLFER REVIEW: A great course, a great design. All holes are “unique” and you never see another hole from the one you are playing. Do not miss the opportunity to play such a nice course. - Claudius
FERNWOODGOLF
VIEWS: The rolling fairways are tree-lined and lead to medium-sized greens that are undulating and moderate in speed PAR: 71 PRO INSIGHT: Short, tight mountain course designed by architect Nicholas Psiahas GOLFER REVIEW: Fairways nicely cut, greens in great condition, staff has always been excellent. Excellent value for the money! – Lou Lorenzo
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SPLITROCK
WATER FEATURES: Demanding water hazards VIEWS: Majestic, spectacular views with undulating fairways PAR: 72 PRO INSIGHT: An amazing view on Hole 12. Keeping it in the fairway is only the start to this downhill dogleg. GOLFER REVIEW: This course is outstanding. Quite the challenge. I play here at least twice a year. – Rick Zaccaro
JACKFROST
VIEWS: Magnificent terrain, beautiful landscapes, striking vistas and views. Course is located on the crest of Jack Frost Mountain with an elevation overlooking the natural oak forest. PAR: 72 PRO INSIGHT: Wide fairways, easily identified target areas, a few uneven lies and no blind shots. GOLFER REVIEW: This is the best course I have played in the Poconos. The greens were true and very quick. Tee boxes and fairways were great as well. - Mike Boland
SKYTOPLODGE
WATER FEATURES: Incorporates water on 2 holes and a view of the nearby Skytop Lake VIEWS: A mountain-style track that plays over rolling terrain and boasts wide, tree-lined fairways PAR: 72 PRO INSIGHT: Strategically placed bunkers over its 6,656 yards. Enjoyably playable for the casual player and serious golfer alike. GOLFER REVIEW: We played late afternoon on a weekday and the conditions were great. The fairways were pristine as were the greens. – Dave Harrison
SHAWNEEGOLF
WATER FEATURES: A 27-hole island course, surrounded by the Delaware River VIEWS: Classically designed course that is uniquely flat, with views of heritage trees PAR: 72 PRO INSIGHT: First-ever golf course designed by famed architect A W Tillinghast GOLFER REVIEW: I hadn’t played the course in over 20 years. It was nice to be back. The greens were fantastic and the course maintenance was great. Scenic, peaceful and challenging enough for all levels of play. Really enjoyed the course. - Alexander P.
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VIEWS: Mountain-style views where more than 40 acres of wetlands provide sanctuary for thousands of birds PAR: 72 PRO INSIGHT: Hills to climb, elevated greens, and strategically placed sand traps GOLFER REVIEW: A beautiful and interesting course. A little on the short side, which is great for an average golfer like myself. Many picturesque holes that have unique challenges to them. The staff was friendly and we enjoyed a great round. - Andrew
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the poconos We all know that the Poconos are famous as a four-season destination, but there’s something very special about the summertime…it’s being outside. The Poconos have recently launched a marketing program that accents a lifestyle promoted in part by the “outside.” Whether it’s canoeing on the Delaware River, hiking the scenic trails at Skytop Resort or the Appalachian Trail, trout fishing in any of the high-quality streams in the Poconos or simply mowing your lawn at that perfect vacation home you’ve always dreamed about, it all happens in the Pocono Mountains. Owning a vacation home may require upkeep, but owners can add real market value to their getaway by taking simple steps that definitely have a payback when selling the home. New mulch is certainly one way to add value. Pruning those trees, shrubs and bushes while highlighting your home can also add value, making sure the grass is well-kept, and planting an array of flowers are all enticing to that buyer coming to look at your home. Today’s buyer in the Pocono Mountains is definitely looking more at the lifestyle
and outdoor activities available to them either in their community or within a short drive when they purchase their Pocono getaway. A number of great communities in the Poconos offer outdoor swimming pools or great golf courses that cater not just to Dad and Uncle Billy, because today, families love to golf. Understanding that more people are interested in and taking part in outdoor activities, it’s not just about the kitchen and bathrooms, but instead what’s available to the buyer outside the home. There are a number of homes and townhomes available for sale throughout the Poconos and the surrounding region that offer exceptional views of the mountains. Whether it’s Shawnee Valley, Northslope I, II or III with views of the Shawnee Ski Area or the fantastic mountain views from Lake in the Clouds, they all offer what the buyer is looking for. Homes with views, in most cases, will always maintain their market value. Outdoor family fun begins at Lake Naomi. From the renowned Lake Naomi Swim Club for kids of all ages
THE OUTDOOR C APITAL OF THE WORLD
who compete with other private communities, to their championship tennis amenities offered to owners and their guests, to sailing a multi-colored sailfish in Lake Naomi itself or simply enjoying outdoor arts and crafts at their award-winning kids’ program, it’s all about the outside. Lakefront homes, a big draw to buyers, are readily available and in certain cases can be million dollar-plus homes. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of those destinations. With 51 miles of shoreline, it is one of the only lakes in the Poconos that offers motor-boating. There’s nothing more satisfying than getting up early in the morning when the water is calm to go waterskiing, tubing, or fishing from your own dock. And for canoeing and kayaking, there are literally close to 100 lakes all offering the best in boating. Now may be the right time for you to purchase that lakefront home. All these activities, destinations and selections truly make the Pocono Mountains the Outdoor Capital of the World.
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Your resort paradise awaits at the original Pocono Manor estate located next to Kalahari Resort, across from Pocono Manor golf course and near the justannounced aquarium. Located just minutes from multiple ski areas, multiple water parks, casino, outlets, Pocono Raceway and Sanofi. Main home with 3,600 square feet, five beds, three baths and a three-car garage with an attached one bed, one bath apartment
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never lived in. Main residence offers stunning original hardwood and large stone fireplace with high ceilings. All remodeled designer baths and kitchen with new paint throughout. Relax in the conservatory after a day of play in the Poconos. Garage apartment offers tung and groove ceiling and radiant floor heating, perfect for the executive home. Under five minutes to Sanofi or second home in the middle of all Pocono activities.
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THE WATERSCAPE OF THEIR
DREAMS words | DEBBIE BURKE
When Paula and Kevin Palestino retired and moved to the Poconos in 2013, they wanted to bring a little bit of nature with them. They already enjoyed a koi pond at their New Jersey home, and with the relocation, they had a vision to do even more. “We have always enjoyed having aquariums and pets, so it seemed only natural to have a koi pond at our home,” said Paula Palestino. They contacted the construction coordinator at John Gilroy’s office at Gilroy Northeast Inc., a Tannersvillebased excavation and construction firm. In 2013, the work began even before the Palestinos moved in: John Gilroy installed the oval-shaped main pond and built a patio with walkways. They also built the turtle and goldfish ponds. “This made it possible for us to transfer the fish and turtles when we moved in,” said Paula.
The Palestinos chose Maya Beige Stepping Stones by Techo-Bloc for the walkways, surrounded by river rock leading to to the ponds. The new patio of approximately 502 square feet was designed with the Techo-Bloc Elena Random Pattern style in the color Sandalwood which included a chestnut brown Hera border. John suggested a smaller Hera border to create a better overall design. The main patio had a random mix design. Kevin said, “The patio made the yard a pleasure to be in, and a functional entertaining area.” Last summer, Gilroy Northeast installed a new filtration system and an upper pond, complete with a beautiful, soothing waterfall, colorful irises and water lilies. Paula was pleased with choosing Gilroy Northeast to beautify their outdoor living space, stating, “We are very happy with the pond, the patio and the walkways that John and the entire Gilroy Northeast staff installed.” Gilroy Northeast transforms outdoor spaces in both the residential and commercial realms, with a portfolio that includes water parks, shopping malls, restaurants, churches, parking lots, concrete installations, sidewalks, demolition, sheds, lawns, and commercial snow removal.
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Making Home Improvements or Buying a Second Home? with Melisa D.B. Mersini Vice President Wealth Strategies & Management LLC Stroudsburg, PA Office: 570-424-1555 wsandm.com
It’s that time of year when home improvements and buying second homes are on the minds of many. Careful decisions and planning can help save money and avoid potential problems.
remains available without interest being incurred. It would be beneficial to meet with your bank regardless of the size project to see all options available and determine which would be the most suitable for you.
Using do-it-yourself materials that cost a few thousand dollars or less is generally an easier spending decision than those projects with higher costs, permits and contractors. Many do-it-yourself home stores have enticing offers promising no interest for a set period, and a deadline to pay the amount in full. It is important to understand that if the balance is not paid in full by the end of the interest-free period, all otherwise free interest will accrue and be added immediately to the account balance. The typical interest rate charges are between 17.99% to 26% regardless of your credit score and history. Be sure to understand the terms and have an action plan to pay the account off before the interest-free deadline, or the project could cost you more than you intended.
As part of your financial planning, an investment account can be another source of funds to cover the cost of the improvement. Saving for retirement has become the norm; however, saving an investment for non-retirement needs is often overlooked. If you have an investment account, be sure to work closely with your advisor. He or she will be instrumental in providing a planning path to successfully meet your needs and desires.
When the improvement becomes larger, you may opt to take a home equity loan. These loans offer a lower rate. Home Equity loans typically require a larger minimum lending request such as $25,000 or greater. Even if you do not need the larger amount you can still apply for a Home Equity Line of Credit. HELOCs provide a larger approved credit line that can be drawn when needed by means of check-writing or a debit card. Any amount not borrowed
The purchase of a second home has many considerations. How will the purchase affect retirement? How should the second home be titled for estate purposes? What expenses can be written off if I rent out the property? Before you purchase another home, seek the advice of your financial advisor, CPA, and real estate attorney. If your planning consists of simply depositing money blindly in an investment account, you may miss potential strategies to optimize the bigger picture. It’s your financial future; take the time to discover how effective planning can potentially help you reach your goals about yours and your family’s financial future.
Securities offered through LPL Financial. Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advice offered through Private Advisor Group, a registered investment advisor. Private Advisor Group and WS&M LLC Bond Squad are separate entities from LPL Financial. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. This information is not intended to be a substitute for individualized legal advice. Please consult your legal advisor regarding your specific situation. Sources: https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/credit-cards/home-depot-credit-card/ https://www.lowes.com/cd_Credit+Card+Accounts+from+Lowes_781778798_ http://www.homedepot.com/c/Consumer_Credit_Card
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BY FARDA LANDSCAPING Warmer weather is here!
And our readers have their outdoor spaces on their minds. We sat down with Anthony Farda, of Farda Landscaping and Excavating, to discuss important considerations for choosing the right landscaper. Here’s our first look at an in-progress project that we’ll be sharing with readers over the next several issues. Local Flair: Clients have many choices when selecting a landscaper. It might be new construction, a renovation, or improving an existing landscape. What factors should they consider to choose the right landscaper? Anthony Farda: I would say first and foremost, you should be looking at references. Being in business for so long, I think I am most proud of the relationships I’ve built that span decades. My goal is to earn the trust and confidence of my clients. The greatest compliment is being called back for additional projects year after year. The majority of my clients are referrals.
Local Flair: Do you have suggestions to help homeowners envision a design or improvement for their property? Anthony Farda: It comes down to combining your property’s challenges and potential with your lifestyle. Managing drainage, sun, shade, wind and wildlife concerns come to mind. I enjoy problem-solving. I work closely with clients to make sure that they understand all of these factors, and then I propose a design that’s appropriate for them. I emphasize the importance of looking ahead and performing work in the correct order. Landscaping can add substantially to a home’s value, but it’s an investment. It has to be done in the right sequence. I spend time with clients, gain an understanding of their priorities and provide them with a carefully planned design that can be completed in phases as needs change and budgets allow. We even offer interest-free financing to qualified customers to overcome budget hurdles.
Secondly, be sure the proposal they submit encompasses exactly what you have agreed upon. A lower bid may seem like the frugal choice, but I would encourage people to do a close side-by-side comparison of what is being provided; from total square footage to product quality and the size of plant material. Each landscaper may come in with a different vision for your project so it’s important to settle on a design and obtain bids specific to that.
Local Flair: What trends are you seeing in the industry?
Local Flair: What sets Farda Landscaping apart?
Local Flair: You’ll be sharing a start-to-finish project with Local Flair readers over the next few issues?
Anthony Farda: I think it’s our years of experience and ability to look at a rough site or an outdated landscape, and envision its potential while understanding its challenges. Having our own fleet of heavy equipment and skilled operators allows us to take the job from start to finish, and I am personally on every job site. Our niche is creating designs that complement the style of the home, blend seamlessly with the surroundings, and fit the lifestyle of the homeowner. The natural beauty of the Poconos lends itself to incorporating hand-laid natural stone walls and walks, and native plantings. Farda Landscaping combines those features in a unique way.
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Anthony Farda: Outdoor living spaces are still top projects. Popular items are fire, water and kitchen features, adding tremendous financial value to a home; but also personal value, through the way they bring family and friends together. Sustainable plantings and native plantings are also a budding trend.
Anthony Farda: Yes, this project is a new construction on a raw site. There are a lot of interesting grades and outdoor areas with various potential uses. I hope readers enjoy seeing this first look and then watching the project unfold over the next couple of issues. We’re excited to share our process with readers to help give them a better idea of the work we do.
Stay tuned for the next two issues of Local Flair as this project transforms into a thing of beauty!
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get lost MARSHALLS FALLS PARK
41°03’10.4”N 75°08’42.2”W
The newest park in Smithfield Township is not easy to find. That is because it is not yet officially open as a park. GPS won’t get you there, nor is there a sign at the parking entrance. Go up Marshalls Creek Road from the intersection of Business Route 209 at the Marshalls Creek shopping center. Look for what appears to be a large, abandoned parking lot on the right. If you park and bushwhack inland and up the creek, you will be rewarded with the sight of Marshalls Creek Falls. This hidden gem is one of the highest and most stately cascades in the area. Standing below, it is difficult to imagine you are only ten minutes from the road and close to civilization. Like much of Smithfield Township, the falls is a reminder that we are living in a world parallel to a primeval time that is unchanged by the ages of man.
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Martinis & Manicures On Thursday April 6th , Women’s Resources of Monroe County held its annual Martinis & Manicures event at Terraview at Stroudsmoor Country Inn. The event featured a fashion show by The Apple Tree and Dunkelberger’s, with martinis, appetizers and raffle prizes. “Martinis & Manicures is a great ‘Girls Night Out’ event,” said Apple Tree owner and Women’s Resources’ Board President Sharon Sinkevich. Proceeds from the evening will support the important services provided at Women’s Resources for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. To learn more about Women’s Resources of Monroe County visit www.wrmonroe.org
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POC ONO R AC E WAY & BUSHKILL GROUP
KYLE KUCZMA
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Tops in Tourism The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau announced the winners of the Tourism Achievement Awards, distributed during the PMVB’s 23rd Annual Tourism Day at Skytop Lodge. Winners included Kyle Kuczma of Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts for the Outstanding Tourism Employee of the Year Award; Greg Huffman of Bushkill Group, Inc. for the Brand Hero Award; Pocono Raceway for the Green Award for a Large Business; and Keen Lake Camping & Cottage Resort for the Green Award for a Small Business. For more information, visit www.poconomountains.com.
Mountain View Vineyard Move over Finger Lakes! Travelers from New York, New Jersey and Philadelphia have discovered a booming craft beverage industry much closer to home. Wineries, breweries and distilleries are thriving in the Pocono Mountains. Among them, the beautiful Mountain View Vineyard in Stroudsburg, which has just opened a brand-new winery and event space, AND the new Frogtown Bistro. The tapas-style menu at Frogtown Bistro pairs perfectly with the local, sustainably produced wines. The new space is four times larger than the original winery, and features a covered wrap-around porch with vineyard views, a round wine barrel-inspired tasting bar and a stone fireplace.
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From Jazz to Doo Wop to Mozart:
THE 2017 POCONO MOUNTAINS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Bob Dorough
words | DEBBIE BURKE
The Pocono Mountains Music Festival (founded in 2009 as Buck Hill Skytop Music Festival) is bringing another amazing musical lineup for the 2017 season. Among the many scheduled crown jewel performances of the Festival will be its special tribute and presentation of a Lifetime Achievement Award to local jazz musician Bob Dorough, whose wildly famous “Schoolhouse Rock!” songs have made him an American icon. Perhaps appropriately enough, this will occur at Stroudsburg High School on August 5th with Pop Music entertainment by The Doo Wop Project, featuring the rich voices of five Broadway stars, on the program. This season kicks off with a pre-Festival Friend-Raiser, with Tony-nominated actress and cabaret sensation Karen Akers. The Festival then follows with the beloved Broadway classic The Music Man in Concert, with its very delightful and recognizable score. Back by popular demand, an encore performance by Lincoln Center’s amazing National Chorale is not to be missed! It will feature music by Beethoven, Mozart, and Gershwin. Jazz duo Liz Callaway and Ann Hampton Callaway infuse “Sibling Revelry” with smooth harmonies and sweet syncopation, while Classical Jam shares its creative approach to music, engaging the audience with humor and talent. “Danny and the Rocket” – a new musical theater work which is a romantic musical full of plot surprises – is presented in collaboration with New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts-Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program.
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Closing the Festival will be the Performing Arts Camp Showcase. Camp students will present their own concert after honing their talents from the previous two-week intensive camp with industry professionals. Performances are held at various Pocono venues including Pocono Mountain East High School, Skytop Lodge, Buck Hill Falls, East Stroudsburg University and Stroudsburg High School. The Festival’s Founder and Board President, David S. Mazza, M.D., has maintained the focus to not only bring extraordinary entertainment to the Poconos, but also to provide a strong educational component for students. The Festival’s library program is now in its fifth year. Festival artists use the power of their art form to inspire and excite the program’s Young Readers. Another element of the Festival’s ongoing commitment to the region’s youth is the Pocono Mountains Performing Arts Camp for choreography, acting/art, musical theater, and percussion, which welcomes rising 6th graders through college seniors. The Pocono Mountains Performing Arts Camp provides a broad cultural experience that is completely unique to our area. The two-week summer program offers fascinating daily workshops in music, theater, dance, the visual arts, and master classes with prominent industry professionals. Tuition is competitively priced at $300 and scholarships are available. The Pocono Mountains Performing Arts Camp encourages all students to apply, whether or not they are considering a career in the arts. No audition is necessary to take part in this inspirational two-week intensive camp. The Pocono Mountains Music Festival is a 501©3 not-for-profit charity organization, and is beginning its eighth year through years of constant generosity by its donors and patrons, local businesses and sponsors, and the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts. The Festival donates 10% of its tickets to local not-for-profits, and includes many other local arts organizations in its sphere. Please visit the Festival website for a closer look at the synergistic relationships with our community. This year, Ray “Skip” Sheetz is the Director of Development. Skip, as he is known in the community, is fund raising for every aspect of the Festival. For more information please visit www.poconofest.org.
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July 28-August 6, 2017
Founded 2009 as
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Pre-Season Kick-off with Tony nominated cabaret sensation Karen Akers
The Music Man In Concert
June 17, 7:00 PM – Buck Hill Falls, Tennis Tea
July 28, 7:30 PM - Pocono Mountain East High School
FRIEND-RAISER BROADWAY
The National Chorale
Liz Callaway & Ann Hampton Callaway in “Sibling Revelry”
July 29, 7:30 PM - Pocono Mountain East High School
JULY 30, 6:30 PM - Skytop Lodge, Evergreen Room
OPERA/CHORAL CABARET/JAZZ Danny and the Rocket Classical Jam
Presented in collaboration with New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts-Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program
AUGUST 3, 7:30 PM - Buck Hill Falls, Tennis Tea
August 4, 7:30 PM - Smith McFarland Theater, ESU
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August 5, 7:30 PM – Stroudsburg High School
August 6, 6:30 PM – Pocono Mountain East High School
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MEET Pocono Mountains THE Visitors Bureau NEW CEO CHRISTOPHER BARRETT, CEO Taking the helm from the retiring Carl Wilgus, the PMVB has just appointed its new president and CEO, Christopher Barrett. Chris has served as the Executive Vice President/COO/CFO for Target Media and Target Digital, a media firm headquartered in Harrisburg, and before that, he held multiple senior management roles in sales, marketing and theme park operations with Hershey Entertainment & Resorts. Chris is a graduate of Penn State University, served on the Penn State Harrisburg Board of Trustees, and most recently served on the Derry Township Board of Education (Hershey Schools) as Treasurer, along with many other officer roles over his twenty-year tenure.
Local Flair: How will you make your assessment of the strengths of this region, along with determining the areas that need more love and care? Chris Barrett: This region is well-known as a powerhouse destination. The PMVB has done a wonderful job of building a new chapter for the Pocono Mountains from a branding standpoint. One only needs to look at the recent capital investments. They tell the story. Local Flair: Please describe how you’ve accomplished successful branding campaigns. Chris: By listening, observing and researching. Sometimes the answer is simple, other times complex. Collaboration is key. I also never let my ego get in the way. A mentor once told me that “ego will get you every time.” It was the best counsel I’ve ever received. Local Flair: How does one successfully promote a destination? Chris: The people who breathe the life into the destination (the owners, general managers, sales and marketing and operations leaders, and front line team members), at the end of the day, they make the difference. They are the storytellers who give the product a life. I’ve always liked getting to know them as they help me build the brand aspects and essence in my own mind. Local Flair: What are your preliminary impressions of the Poconos, and do you have a direction in mind to market the region? Chris: My impressions have been positive from the start. I’ve always had a great deal of admiration and respect for both Carl Wilgus and Bob Uguccioni, my predecessors. I’ve sought their advice on many occasions (when I was the President/ CEO of Discover Lancaster), as I always considered the Pocono Mountains a top-shelf destination. My direction is simple: 1. To provide value to the incoming guest by strong planning content; 2. To provide value for our members by helping
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them in any way possible, from a marketing and promotions perspective; 3. And, I would also be remiss if I didn’t mention the quality of the team working here at the Bureau. They are top-notch and up to speed on the digital changes that are affecting the market at a breakneck pace. The destination is lucky to have them. Local Flair: You have a wide experience base in theme parks and entertainment. How will that translate to the Pocono market? Chris: I was extremely fortunate to have had a great career with Hershey Entertainment & Resorts. That experience taught me the absolute importance of always giving the guests high value products and experiences, and that they are always right…. no matter what! Local Flair: You wrote a jingle for the Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park. How did that come to be? Chris: It was a collaboration of many talented people. It started one day before we reopened the park under the Hershey banner as key team members were eating lunch. Someone said in the conversation that Dutch Wonderland is a place where kids can be king. From that point I developed the copy line “It’s a Kingdom for Kids.” We eventually added the product characters (Princess Brooke and the Knight) that were developed from scratch. Our first Princess is now an anchor for a major news outlet. She was amazing and really made the character what it is today. I still have the original sketches and product characters that were developed into collectibles. It’s one of my best memories. Local Flair: Did you relocate your family from the Harrisburg area? Chris: Not yet. I want to spend time taking in the whole area.
For more information, visit www.poconos.org.
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by BOB KELLY KELLY REALTY GROUP KELLER WILLIAMS REAL ESTATE
Monroe County Average Home Sale Prices skyrocket
It is a pleasure
to sit down and pen an article on the Monroe County real estate market, and for that matter, our entire area and the nation, as we are in a very good time for residential real estate.
of people who are reintroduced to the Poconos in such a positive manner.
As I predicted in earlier articles, many of the great economic development projects are truly bearing fruit in the real estate market. Some examples are Kalahari Resorts Waterpark, Aquatopia at Camelback Resort, the new St. Luke’s Medical Center, all of the Lehigh Valley Health Network - Pocono projects, and the vast expansion Sanofi has embarked on for research and manufacturing.
Our state and county governments need to pay close attention to infrastructure in these projects. The current lag in highway and interchange investment and the growing traffic issues are only a few items which could slow the great potential being unleashed in the county, driving not only real estate, but also our local economy. Left unchecked or on the current timelines, there is a risk for new visitors to be discouraged before ever having the opportunity to experience our great attractions and vast outdoor lifestyle.
As we move into 2017, even more new projects lurk on the horizon for Monroe County, such as the recently announced 200,000 square foot Ripley’s Aquarium and the yet-to-be-named indoor amusement park. These projects and many more to follow will only continue to drive the number
In Monroe County after nine straight years of decline in pending home sales, that trend finally reversed in 2016 as home sale prices rose 9.6% and homes on the market dropped 30.4%. This very positive trend has continued into 2017 in a big way. The first quarter brought very
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encouraging news that home sale prices in Monroe County continued to rise, now showing an average home sale price increase of 16.1% over the past 12 months. Inventory is also down with the past 12 months coming in at -29%. As we begin to experience the dog days of summer, we can be hopeful these numbers continue due to the lack of homes for sale in the county. If interest rates continue in check and no national economic hiccups occur, this could turn out to be a fantastic year for Monroe County real estate!
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words | DEBBIE BURKE
Advanced detection and diagnostic technologies for breast health are becoming more readily available, and thank goodness for that. In Monroe County, St. Luke’s University Health Network has recently gone live with their 3D mammograms. According to Dr. Joseph Russo, Section Chief of Women’s Imaging for St. Luke’s University Health Network, “3D mammogram technology has been shown to find 50% more breast cancers than traditional mammography.” It was a priority, he added, for the team to offer this technology to the patients in Monroe County, and St. Luke’s is also installing 3D at the Wind Gap site, which goes live this summer. In total, 3D technology is available at five of their 13 women’s imaging sites, which will increase to eight sites by the end of the summer. Most women are unaware that as far as the potential for breast cancer, having dense breasts is a greater risk factor than having a first degree relative with breast cancer. 3D technology is a particular benefit to those with dense breasts, because it is a more sophisticated tool for the radiologist to discern more subtle cancerous areas.
“We are detecting breast cancer at a rate often 20% higher than the national average,” said Dr. Russo. St. Luke’s has fewer callbacks and fewer biopsies because of “the outstanding abilities” of their dedicated breast imaging team of physicians who are only reading breast. According to Michele Giletto, Network Director of Women’s Imaging at St. Luke’s, “Nothing is as important as the physician who is reading the study.” Leaving behind the “one size fits all” model, personalized medicine is taking over numerous subspecialties and, Dr. Russo acknowledged, breast imaging is no exception. St. Luke’s has developed a personalized screening program that takes into account a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer as well as her breast density before recommending the optimum screening regimen. “I believe that the foreseeable future won’t be in the development of new technologies but in the development of the appropriate usage of these technologies,” he said. “This should not be a time when women stop getting mammograms as the media would imply, but a time when women begin to take advantage of imaging tools that were not available to their mothers and grandmothers.”
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MUSIC AMONG THE REEDS
words | DEBBIE BURKE
His musical inclination began at age 6
when he first heard jazz masters Charlie Parker and Dave Brubeck. At 12, Spencer Reed followed his brother’s footsteps and learned guitar. But until he was 15, he thought he was going to be a doctor. Then in high school, he said, “I realized I wanted to be a musician.” Spencer’s professional career started at the young age of 18 when he began singing for a Bronx, NY band called “The Soul Distributors.” Eventually he landed gigs with superstar Chris Towns (who worked with Count Basie) and Kalil Madi, the former drummer for Billie Holliday. Through his agent at the time, Spencer got a gig “on a day’s notice” at Tamiment Resort in the Poconos. “I had hardly heard of the Poconos,” he said. The Pocono Mountains has a rich musical and entertainment legacy: Sid Cesar, Imogene Coca, Dick Shawn and Norman Lear, who wrote plays for the Tamiment, bringing a migration of show-seeking music lovers from New York City. Spencer’s agent had arranged for some work at Tamiment, where he and his wife Nancy moved on very short notice. They started getting work as a duet, with both of them playing guitar and singing. Nancy is a jazz bassist and vocalist. It was her scatting style that caught the attention of Steve Jakubowitz of the Tannserville Inn. At that point, work became steadier. Then another stroke of luck occurred – the Delaware Water Gap’s very own COTA, or Celebration of the Arts. Nancy and Spencer (who now live in Stroudsburg) were added to the musical lineup for the very first COTA festival in 1978. “It was pivotal for us,” said Spencer. “It was our first direct association with the legends who lived up the road,” he said, referencing Phil Woods, Rick Chamberlain and Bob Dorough.
As their careers grew, they were invited time and again to play COTA as well as at the iconic and oldest continuously running jazz club, the Deer Head Inn. COTA is now in its 40th year. The annual Delaware Water Gap’s COTA comes around this September 8, 9 and 10. It kicks off on Friday evening with music, wine and art at the gallery nearby, followed by wallto-wall music all day Saturday and Sunday. “COTA is our favorite annual event. It’s an extremely humbling experience for me every time. The best part is hearing and seeing all of the incredible players up close in the context of our unique
It feels like a big party and everybody is invited.” Nancy and Spencer festival.
will play that Sunday at the gazebo at the nearby Church of the Mountain. In August, Nancy and Spencer will perform at one of their favorite outdoor venues, The Settlers Inn near Lake Wallenpaupack for Wally Lake Fest. This is also a three-day event and it will be held from August 25 through August 27. Spencer is all about giving back to his community through teaching. Besides giving private lessons for many years, he teaches guitar and jazz lab at Blair Academy, gives free guitar lessons at the Castle Inn, and serves as band director at East Stroudsburg’s Notre Dame school system at the elementary, middle school and high school levels. His most exciting news at the moment was the launch this May of the Castle Inn Music Show on Blue Ridge TV-13. As the host of the show, Spencer says he’s thrilled with the lineup of musical guests, most of whom will be local. The show airs on Mondays at 4 p.m., Wednesdays at 9 p.m., and Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, visit www.reedjazz.com.
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56Statistical Local Flair | June/July 2017 data source: Pocono Mountain Association of Realtors data for Monroe County, resale homes, for 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 transactions and sales sides.