Community Connection Upper Perk November 2017

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Upper Perk Market

November 2017

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elcome to the Community Connection Magazine

Happy November! We hope you enjoyed our HUGE October issue with all the great new features! We have more in store as we come into the Holiday season! Check out our newly expanded section - Local Flavor! We are partnering with Locavore at your Door to bring you some exciting ways to eat local without ever leaving home! Be sure to enter our recipe contest with cash prizes and look for future announcements on some exciting plans to showcase even more local flavor!

We are pulling out all the stops in 2018. We are One Valley United, and stronger than ever! Featuring truly LOCAL Upper Perk businesses every month. This month we would like to welcome the following new businesses: Locavore at your Door, Barto Garage, Double Eagle Bed & Breakfast, Knock On Wood Farms, Ridge Valley Farms, Pam’s Wreaths, Kriebel Security, and Tri Valley Area Federal Credit Union! Whew! The Valley is growing every day and we are dedicated to bringing you the best of local business. Let us know what you’d like to see in the magazine or if you have a business you would like us to feature. Community Connection is for you, and we want to make sure it continues to be the best local resource guide in The Valley! Please enjoy our expanded content and remember to patronize all the great advertisers that make it possible to enjoy Community Connection each and every month! Have a Happy Thanksgiving! - Donna Are you interested in advertising with us? We offer a variety of packages for every price point starting as low as $20 per month! Contact us for current rates and ad availability at 215-679-5090 or marketplacedlo@aol.com.

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The sound of shattering glass and voices in your hallway is a nightmare no one should ever have to wake up to. Whether you live alone or with others, the crime of burglary can happen no matter where your neighborhood is. According to the Pennsylvania State Police, in 2016 there were 336 documented robberies in Montgomery County. Forcibly taking someone’s property, at gunpoint or otherwise, should never happen, let alone in their own home.

A few of the staggering statistics from safewise.com put in perspective what happens when a home is targeted for a break in:

1.Most burglaries take place between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

2.Almost 30% of burglars enter a home through an unlocked door or window.

3.Frighteningly, 34% of burglars enter through the front door.

4.Burglars usually go to the master bedroom first.

5.Someone is home during nearly three out of every ten burglaries.

Protecting your home from a break in and theft, whether you’re asleep at 2am or at work at 2pm, is possible because most burglars tend to avoid homes armed with security systems. About 60% of convicted burglars stated the presence of a security system influenced their decision to target another home based on a report by the University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology. Stay Safe.

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Give Thanks

As we put away our skeletons, throw away our pumpkins and eat that last piece of candy, we now get ready for one of the warmest holidays ever presented to Americans. It’s the time of thankfulness. We gather around a table with friends and family and say thank you to not only our food, but for everything in our lives. So, let’s set the table for a stylish Thanksgiving dinner!

By Lisa Palmer

This year the colors to focus on include reds and creams with subtle pops of green. We suggest using holly as table décor and garnishes. It provides the pop of color for your dishes and delicately welcomes the next holiday month.

Finally, need a unique place setting idea? Use mini pumpkins and paint the guests name on the top. Or you can print out their name on paper, cut it out and tie it to the stem with string.

Head over to MarigoldStaging.com for pictures, ideas and place setting paper guides that you can print out and use.

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Whether you are a seasoned rider or a beginner, we have the right program for you.

Located on a picturesque 48 acre farm in East Greenville, Knock on Wood Farm, LLC is the training operation of Jennifer D. Cassidy. Knock on Wood Farm strives to create a new generation of not just polished riders, but also of educated horse people. “Anyone can be a passenger in the saddle and take home pretty ribbons, but it takes commitment, dedication, and skill to be a horsemen.

Above all else, it needs to stay fun and safe.”

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Farm to Table My husband and I often joke about the “trifecta of healthy eating” where we want to eat something, tasty, inexpensive, and healthy. But it seems the best we can find is two out of three. Rejoice, foodies!

Locavore at Your Door has shaken up the entire trifecta and added convenience. “We’re promoting shopping local for your health, for your environment, for everything,” says marketing manager Melissa Cafaro. “We try to keep it as local and sustainable as possible.” This revolutionary business started in 2016 when Shaun and Jill Froshour, parents of seven children, needed to pick up a simple gallon of milk one day.

While at home,“Shaun realized there was no milk in the fridge and was frustrated. He thought ‘how can I get seven kids in the car to go get a gallon of milk?’”

Shaun missed the days of farm-fresh milk being delivered by the milkman right to your door.“So, he said ‘I’m starting a company.’ He wanted to go back to farm-fresh, hand-delivered products,” relays Cafaro.

Sharing in the dream is his wife Jill, who grew up in the farm culture. Her father was a butcher, so she knows the practices and farming techniques. “Seeing changes over time, she said she wanted to bring the farm-and-fresh concept back.”

Locavore at Your Door brings more than milk to your doorstep, however. Scouring local farms, Shaun and Jill find the best, seasonal products for you to order via their website, locavoreatyourdoor.com. These products include baked goods, meats, eggs, vegetables, fruit, cold brew coffee, kombucha and cleaning products just to name a few.

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“We’re extremely competitively priced. No delivery fees, no minimum order, no reason not to try it,” says Cafaro. “Everything we deliver we inspect prior to packing and delivery. If Shaun and Jill don’t think it’s the right amount of ripeness it won’t be in your box.”

Place an order by Monday, leave a cooler on your doorstep on Thursday, and when you get home from work you’ll find the bounty of goodies you’ve ordered.

With all of the delicious food options on their site, it’s hard to choose what to get in your first order.

With a wealth of knowledge on healthy, tasty foods, Cafaro says her favorites are Small Batch Kitchen’s sour cherry spread and farm-fresh chocolate milk. “I’d never experienced farm-fresh chocolate milk until this year. It’s so fresh, it’s like drinking melted chocolate.

I love that you can find this stuff and you know the person who made it and how hard they’re working.

I love this company. I really believe in it and support what they do.”

With no minimum order or delivery, you can try their service by buying one or two products without guilt. As Cafaro says, “You can order one milk or one apple. If you just want to order one onion you can order one onion!” For the holiday season and beyond, consider the auto-ship option for kitchen staples. Designed for busy people, orders can be set to recur so you never run out of essential ingredients. Just place an auto-ship order for your butter, milk, or French toast bagels and have it delivered to your doorstep!

Locavore at Your Door is offering 10% off the first order for anyone who is a Community Connection reader with the coupon code Bealocavore. With your order, you will be entered in to their holiday gift basket giveaway! You can also enter without ordering at locavoreatyourdoor.com/giveaway. Baskets include Nutty Novelties – Gourmet Nut Butters and Small Batch Kitchen – Gourmet Jams and Spreads (including that mouth-watering sour cherry spread!).Enter between now and Nov. 30th. Winners will be drawn starting Dec. 1st. Take this chance to “be local for the holidays.”

Diggin’ what you got?

Use hashtag #LivinLaVitaLOCAVORE to show off your new local loves and see what other farm fresh foodies are posting! You might just find a few pictures of my fresh-baked pumpkin chai bread and Brine Street garlic and dill pickles too (yum!).

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“Cooking Around The Upper Perkiomen Valley” is a collection of recipes from our readers.

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#LIVINLAVITALOCAVORE The Locavore Movement (eating food sourced within 100 miles of your home) is being practiced more frequently. Why? Because it’s more than just convenient...it’s better for everyone! By eating locally you:

1. Support your Community By buying food locally you help support local businesses, farmers, and the community as a whole. When you buy from local farmers and businesses you are putting money back into your own community. Shopping locally helps the local economy flourish and you know exactly where and who your food is coming from!

2. Eat More Nutritious Food When you buy your food from local farmers you are getting your food, especially produce, at peak ripeness, which is when the food is highest in nutrients. Once produce is picked the nutrients begin to diminish. When you buy your food locally you are most likely receiving your food between 24 and 48 hours after being harvested. This means the items have the highest nutritional value!

3. Help Fight Climate Change Buying food locally means that the food doesn't have to travel as far to get from producer to consumer. This helps cut back on fuel needed to transport the food.

Buying your food locally also helps keep local farmers active which helps to preserve farms and natural land. This in-turn encourages farmers to use more sustainable farming techniques. There will be less soil erosion due to the lack of synthetic fertilizers and chemicals being used by farmers. All of these actions help fight climate change!

Being a Locavore and buying food locally is good for everyone! You enjoy tastier, more nutritious foods, enjoy a flourishing community and a happier, healthier environment! So why not start #LivinLaVitaLocavore?

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What in the world did I just eat? Better question, where have you been my whole life? On the menu at Spinnerstown hotel we came across something called bacon lollipops. Not knowing what to expect, but knowing I love all things bacon I decided to give them a whirl. Succulent and juicy squares of smoky pork belly are paired perfectly with root beer bbq sauce. Served on a slab of slate, 3 to an order, the perfect portion to start off any meal. My daughter and I devoured them in nothing flat.

We will be back for more! Visit Spinnerstown Hotel at 2195 Spinnerstown rd. in Quakertown. Pair these bad boys with some delicious Irish Onion Soup for the perfect lunch on a brisk fall day. Enjoy!

RECIPE CONTEST!!!

Calling all cooks! $200 CASH Grand Prize, plus prizes for 2nd and 3rd place! Submit your recipe to The Community connection using a LOCALLY MADE ingredient (such as the one below) for a chance to win!

Official rules and guidelines are available at: www.thecommunityconnectionmonthly.com/recipecontests Entries must be postmarked by january 15th, 2018. winners and recipe will be published in a future issue. Contest ends at 11:59 pm Eastern Time on january 15, 2018. (the “Deadline Date”). All entries must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the Deadline Date. To enter visit www.thecommunityconnection.com/recipecontests and follow the instructions. All entries must include your full name, address, city, state, zip, telephone number and email address (if you have one). Send your entries to: Community connection Recipe Contest, P.O. Box 201, East Greenville, PA 18041

Baby Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Ingredients for Crust

1/2 cup graham cracker or chocolate cookie crumbs 2 tablespoons Ridge Valley Farm pure maple syrup 2 tablespoons butter, melted - lessen as needed

Ingredients for Filling

12 ounces cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup Ridge Valley Farm pure maple syrup 2 large eggs 1 cup fresh or canned pumpkin puree 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, optional 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon allspice

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 325º F. Spray each cup of mini cheesecake pan with cooking spray or lightly grease with butter. Set aside. To prepare the crust: In a small bowl, mix together crumbs, maple syrup and butter. Spoon a thin layer of crust filling into each cup. Using the handle of a whisk or spatula, pat crumbs down flat. Bake the crusts until set, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and reduce heat to 300º F. To prepare the filling: In the bowl of an electric mixer, blend together the cream cheese and maple syrup. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl, and add the eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), salt and allspice and mix until smooth. Pour the batter into a large measuring cup or container with a pour spout and divide among the cups to 3/4 full. Bake the cakes for 16 to 20 minutes or until set around the edges with a dime-sized middle that still looks soft. Remove from the oven, and cool for 30 minutes or so before refrigerating.

Cover and refrigerate for several hours. Unmold cheesecakes.

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Holiday Craft Workshop - Green Lane Park Saturday, November 18th at 10am & 1pm Holiday Craft Workshops Green Lane Park • 215-234-4528 Join us for one or both workshops! At 10am we will use local cones, pods and nuts to create a “Holiday Centerpiece” to adorn your table. At 1pm, we will use natural materials to create “Winsome Woodland Critters”. Bring a hot glue gun, if possible. (We have them available to borrow if you don’t have one!) Meet at the Deep Creek Stone Pavilion. Spaces are limited, pre-registration is required. Ages: 12 & up; materials fee $8 per person, per workshop.

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We would like to thank Pottstown K-9 Officer Portock for the K-9 demonstration and Montgomery Township Cpl. Ward for doing the child fingerprinting!

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Upper Perk Cheerleaders come together for Cancer Awareness.

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LifeSpan would like to thank all of our friends and family who attended our back to school night. As always, Party Animals Express was a hit with everyone! The children enjoyed exploring the East Greenville Fire truck, the Upper Perkiomen Valley Ambulance and the Upper Perk Police Department patrol car. Thank you to Levi bus company for bringing a bus out for the children to check out!

GET A CHECK-UP FROM T BY: Noelle Kingsbauer

Pediatric Behavioral Healthcare (PBH) is renowned for its ability to determine, support, and help others understand the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of children and adolescents. The Upper Perkiomen Valley counts itself lucky to be home to a branch of this growing international company, which specializes in educational, behavioral, and psychological services for youth. Dr. Kim Rehak, CEO of The International Institute of Behavioral Development (IIBD), believes strongly in the positive effect of parents working together with children that are in emotional distress.

"I love children and saw a need for this service here in The Valley. I'm fascinated by child development," says Dr. Rehak. “I would like to normalize talking about feelings…debunking the stigmas around mental health.” PBH offers home, school, community, clinical, and office-based services.

Pediatricians will refer cases to them when needed.

“When a whole family shows progress it is very rewarding,” says Dr. Rehak. “Seeing the positive changes in people – both children and parents alike.”

Through the Pediatric Behavioral Health Care Division of The International Institute of Behavioral Development, clinical counseling and clinical autism services are offered to children, parents, and families. "Our practice is research based,” states Dr. Rehak. “We also do a lot of parent training" – Which means parents who need direction need not feel alone when struggling with a child who is acting out, feeling anxious, or facing other difficulties.

“I love children and saw a need for this service here in The Valley. I’m fascinated by child development.”

PBH’s qualified and credentialed practitioners do evaluations, assessments and counseling for children (as well as parents) who need guidance.

"We automatically collaborate with each other.

There is no tension among the different practitioners.

We network together,” states Rehak. With up to 90 providers in different areas of practice, PBH reaches out to homes, schools, and hospitals to meet the needs of those who are emotionally struggling.

PBH’s Red Hill location, launched in February of 2017, was a “test pilot” for other franchise locations. Its success in caring for youth and their families have led to additional locations in Quakertown, New York and Florida. A California office is also in the works. When discussing the decision to open a Red Hill office, Dr. Rehak explains,"I love being local. It affords me a creative outlet to teach and educate." Because she saw this need in the community, PBH has become a local, approachable outlet for children and adolescents whose home life is troubled by depression, aggression, or custody matters.

"Providing a positive, supportive environment at home can really change the trajectory of behavior in adolescents," Dr. Rehak advises. “As our website

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says: ‘providing special care for special kids.’” Just as a pediatrician recommends ‘wellness’ check-ups for physical health, Dr. Rehak advocates‘ wellness’ check-ups for mental health. “Drugs and alcohol should not be the coping strategies for children,” says Rehak.

PBH offers counseling that opens the door to discussion so that each family member’s needs are identified and addressed.

Find out more about The International Institute of Behavioral Development on their website: theiibd.com and the Red Hill practice website: pediatricbehavioralhealthcare.com. Dr. Kim Rehak also offers advice on drkimlive.com, a non-profit site that includes free information and resources for parents on a wide range of topics.

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•Immediately praise or reward all behaviors you want repeated using treats, touch, eye contact, and/or words.

•Ignore behaviors you don’t want repeated.

•Unless you catch an unwanted behavior in the act and are able to appropriately scold in the millisecond necessary for the pet to understand, punishment doesn’t work.

•Leave a leash on pups in the house to allow for quick correction if necessary without creating a game of chase.

•Generate a list of commands and precisely what is expected so everyone in the family is on the same page.

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•Never play “fight” with puppies or kittens directly with your hands.

•Just like children are taught basic manners, puppies should be taught to “sit,” “stay,” and “come” on command.

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• Utilize lumbar support, if your chair does not give enough support • Get up / stretch out your legs and back hourly • Utilize a head set or speaker if you utilize the telephone often • If able, obtain a standing desk that will allow you to switch between sitting and standing.

• Perform your own ergonomic check on your workstation - Sit down at your workstation, close your eyes, and sit up as tall as possible, now open your eyes.

You should be looking directly at your monitor and the monitor should be facing directly forward.

Your chair / lumbar support should be supporting your low back and your hips should be pushed all of the way back in the chair.

Your ears and shoulders should be lined up in a straight line.

Your upper arms should be at your sides and your elbows should be at 90 degrees so your hands can rest comfortably on the keyboard.

Your keyboard should be straight in front of you with the mouse close by to avoid shoulder and/or wrist injury Your hips and knees should be at 90 degrees Your feet should be resting on the floor. If your feet can not rest on the floor then obtain a foot stool so your thighs/knees are lined up with the hips.

These tips are a good starting point for improving your posture while at the computer. If you have pain that is not going away, then you should seek medical advice from your healthcare professional. Physical therapy is a good intervention to assist with reducing pain.

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Making your money work for you can feel like a constant struggle when you’re managing it alone. “At a bank, you are just a customer. The bank is run by stockholders to make a return for themselves,” says Andy Pistoria, the President and CEO of Tri County Area Federal Credit Union. “At a credit union, you are an owner of the credit union. Our service sets us apart from the competition.”

It is this service that has made Tri County a success for over 65 years. With locations in Pennsburg and Pottstown, their easy-to-find offices offer many options for accounts and money services that help make your hard-earned cash pay you back in the long run. “In addition to savings, checking and club accounts, we have competitively priced money markets and certificates of deposit,” Pistoria states.

“We also offer members the opportunity to sit with a licensed representative of Tri County Area Investment and Retirement Services. Members can purchase mutual funds, annuities, etc. through TCAIRS. These investment are not federally guaranteed.”

With 30 years of experience working at Tri County Area Federal Credit Union, Pistoria believes their services can be valuable to just about anyone in the community. Credit unions offer a unique environment which allows the customer to manage not only their account, but also the way the entire business is run. “The members of the credit union can vote to elect the board of directors. Each member gets one vote regardless of balances in your account,” explains Pistoria. “Members may run for positions on the board of directors if they so choose.

Credit union earnings are returned to members in the form of lower loan rates, higher share rates, lower fees or invested in new services.”

The staff at Tri County is expert in money management and available to help you determine what types of accounts are best for you. They use their knowledge, as well as specialty computer software,to assess which products will be most beneficial.

The National Credit Union Administration Insurance Fund, a federal agency, insures all deposit accounts up to $250,000, so you can safely entrust your funds.

Being locally run and managed, Tri County is in the unique position to understand the communities they serve.

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Because they exist for the benefit of their members, they truly live their philosophy of “People Helping People.” Tri County is actively involved in community, as well as financial, wellness. “We are involved in many community service projects,” explains Pistoria. “Some, to name a few, are Designing4Hope, Pottstown Cluster and the Pottstown YMCA.” Financial competence is an important lesson for everyone to learn, and the sooner taught, the more beneficial the skills become.

Tri County provides this knowledge in several local school districts by operating branch locations inside the Pottstown and Pottsgrove High Schools.

“We are involved in working with the schools to teach financial literacy either in the classrooms or through annual Reality Fairs,” says Pistoria.

Visit a local branch of Tri County Area Federal Credit Union today, download their app or visit www.tcafcu.org and find out how Tri County can make your hard-earned money work better for you.

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NOVEMBER 2017 EVENTS Fall Watercolor Painting Date: November 1, 7pm Location: Upper Perkiomen Valley Library, 350 Main St, Red Hill Beginning painters, receive painting instruction while creating a beautiful fall watercolor. An instructor from Mermaid Art Studios will be here to help create your masterpiece! Space Limited & registration require. Call 215.679.2020 to register.

First Monday Meal Date: November 6 from 6pm - 7pm Location: United Church of Christ, 775 Main St. Pennsburg Gather with members of the community for a free meal! It’s a chance for us as the Upper Perk Valley to gather and eat and enjoy some great conversation.

Vendor Bingo Date: November 3, 7pm Location: Trumbauersville Volunteer Fire Company, 142 North Main St., Trumbauersville Featuring Vera Bradley, thirty-one, & Coach products. $20/Advanced Ticket OR $25/Ticket at Door.

Raffles, silent auction, and light refreshments available. For advance tickets and/or more information contact Carolann at (267) 374-7762 or www.bucks58fire.com Vineyards Community Craft Show Date: November 4, 9am - 3pm Location: James Rd. & Rosé Dr. Pennsburg All Welcome. Free Admission. Outstanding, unique crafts by local artisans. All handmade including a full size quilt.

Flea Market and Soup Sale Date: November 11 from 9am - 2pm Location: Tylersport Fire Co. Auxiliary, 125 Ridge Road, Tylersport Tables $15, 215 257 5900 Ext. 7 or aux@tylersportfireco.com

Jerry Blavat Date: December 2, doors open at 6 Location: Tylersport Fire Co. Auxiliary, 125 Ridge Road, Tylersport Tickets $30 each Food available. 215 257 5900 Ext. 85 or auxiliary@tylersportfireco.com

Holiday Bazaar Date: December 2, 9am-3pm Location: Marlborough Elementary School, Route 29, Green Lane This family fun event features over 60 craft tables, Santa’s Workshop, raffle table, bake sale, Scholastic Book Fair, and more! As well Santa Claus will be visiting the bazaar from 10am-12pm and then again 12:30-2pm. We offer both breakfast and lunch items in the cafeteria.

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by Noelle Kingsbauer

The holidays are almost here and with the travel, family time, cooking, and cleaning it’s easy to become overwhelmed with all that’s expected of us.

Without meaning to, the reason for Thanksgiving is often pushed aside as food, get-togethers, and Black Friday shopping take center stage. What can we do to keep thankfulness at the forefront of our minds on November 23rd?

Right this moment you have the opportunity to take a deep breath and look outside at all of the color-changing leaves and simply enjoy the scene. Even on a cloudy, rainy day they’re still there and can be appreciated among the pumpkins and hay bales that decorate front yards. Take this small moment to be thankful that you live somewhere where you can take delight in leaves, trees, and the big open sky. It doesn’t cost any money to enjoy. In the Upper Perk Valley you have lots of open spaces to appreciate the scenery!

Next, don’t be afraid to ask for help!

Make a list of everything that needs to be done and split it up with your family (or Friendsgiving your for friends celebration). Creating a “To-Do List” can make all of the responsibilities ahead much less intimidating and manageable.

If it seems that you’re getting down to the wire go ahead and knock a few things off that aren’t top priority. What matters isn’t the cranberry sauce or making a centerpiece turn out Pinterest perfect, but being with the ones you care about (even if dinner ends up being an hour later than usual).

Last but not least, it’s OK to say “no” once in a while. Focusing on the events that mean the most to you can sometimes be the best course of action so you don’t get burned out. The holidays are notorious for involving lots of travel and time crunches. Not everything has to happen on the “big day.” What about changing things to a few days before or after Thanksgiving to space out plans?

Maybe all it takes is bringing up a few ideas on how to switch things up to start the ball rolling with the rest of the family.

No matter if your family and friend groups are big or small, you can eat, drink, and be merry on Thanksgiving with a spirit of gratitude and thankfulness for what you have. It just takes investing time in yourself so you don’t get so burned out you can’t appreciate it. If on the other hand you find yourself with some spare time that you wish was filled with more festivities, consider using an hour or two to volunteer at a local food bank or animal shelter. There is nothing like giving to make you feel thankful for what you have and to make others thankful for the time you’ve spent on them.

Let us know what you’re doing this holiday season on the Love Upper Perk facebook page. Have a Happy Thanksgiving, Upper Perk!

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Plymouth, pilgrims, poultry, and potatoes.

Thanksgiving brings to our minds lots of colorful thoughts as to what that 1st dinner might have been like. Historians believe 1621 was when the first meal took place between Plymouth colonists and several Native Americans. After a brutal winter, the colonists who had set their ship the Mayflower ashore at Plymouth Rock the previous year were weak and debilitated.

Governor William Bradford declared in November of that year the colonists and the Native American tribes they’d made alliances with should join together for a great feast at the Plymouth Plantation in Massachusetts. As they were in harmony after a harsh journey on the Mayflower and a dreadful winter, the pilgrims thanked their Native American helpers and God for sustaining them in this new land. Thus, the first Thanksgiving was born (history.com).

In March of 1621, Squanto, who was a member of the Pawtuxet tribe, greeted them. Squanto had previously been kidnapped by an English sea captain and sold into slavery before escaping and returning to the United States. Showing great kindness and generosity, Squanto taught the Pilgrims how to cultivate corn, extract sap from maple trees, and catch fish in the rivers.

He was instrumental in helping the settlers become friendly with the Wampanoag, a local tribe.

It wasn’t until 1863 that Abraham Lincoln's proclamation designated the national day of Thanksgiving to be the last Thursday of November, which later was amended to the fourth Thursday in November.

Although feelings of thankfulness and unity abound during our modern feasts, the mashed potatoes, stuffing and pumpkin pies we enjoy are not very similar to what the original Thanksgiving diners feasted upon. Turkey may have been featured also in addition to squash.

Lobsters, fish, and venison are thought to have been on the 1st Thanksgiving menu. It might surprise you that many pilgrims were fond of beer, so this historic, jolly feast might not be too different from ours after all.

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NOVEMBER Children’ Workshop:

The Poppy and the Symbol of Remembrance Date: November 7th 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm Location: Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center Veteran’s Day is coming up and it is always important remember those you have fought for us. The poppy has become the symbol for this day and we will find out how this came to be. We will also be making a poppy picture frame to remember someone special in your life. Snack Included.

Cost is $5 per child.

American Girl ©Tea Time: Addy Walker

Date: November 14th 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm Location: Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center Come and enjoy some refreshments while learning about an American Girl ©! Each tea we will learn about the time period and one famous historic female from the time. The event is free but donations are appreciated.

Children’s Workshop: Schwenkfelder

Thanksgiving vs. National Thanksgiving Date: November 21st 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm Location: Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center Come and find out what the difference is between these two Thanksgivings. We will then work on a craft that will remind us of all the things to be thankful for! Snack Included. Cost is $5 per child.

For more information or to register for any of these programs, please contact our museum educator, Alyssa McQuirns, at 215-679-3103, or alyssa@schwenkfelder.com.

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436 Pottstown Ave, Pennsburg 267-313-4055

Revival Home Improvement 267-718-7637

MASSAGE THERAPY

Faraday’s/Healthy Turn Around

M.B. Roofing

570 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-8815

267-377-0703

Body Unwind

Raw Replenish 80 Gravel Pike, Red Hill

HOME SECURITY

215-221-4006

Kriebel Security

570 Main St., Pennsburg 610-780-2217

LOCAL FOOD DELIVERY

Upper Hanover Township 215-679-5921

Locavore at your Door

Advanced Motion Rehabilitation

HOME STAGING

80B Gravel Pike, Suite 110, Red Hill 215-622-6825

MAPLE SYRUP

Marigold Staging

Ridge Valley Farm

267-410-3723

287 Camp Green Lane Rd, Green Lane 215-234-9334

HEALTHCARE

Eyecare of The Valley 240 Pottstown Ave, Pennsburg 215-679-3500

Hall Family Chiropractic 570 Main St, Pennsburg 267-923-5333

Just 4 Kids Pediatrics 925 Main St. Suite 100, Pennsburg 267-923-8646

Pediatric Behavioral Health Care 80E Gravel Pike, Suite 100, Red Hill 267-613-9354

Radiant Being Psychological Svc. 80B Gravel Pike, Suite 100, Red Hill 484-624-2415

HEATING & COOLING Youngs Home Comfort 751 Lumber St, Green Lane 215-234-4351

HOME BUILDERS Hereford Homes 8117 Chestnut St, Hereford 215 679-5242

HUNTING PRESERVES Powderbourne 2071 Baus Rd, East Greenville 215-679-9860

Locavoreatyourdoor.com

MEAT MARKETS Burts Farm 1110 Route 100, Bechtelsville 610-367-8791

ICE CREAM

Waterman Meat Market

Dairy Queen

97 Spring Hill Rd, Hereford 215- 679-6509

702 Main St. Pennsburg 215-679-7577

Longacre’s Modern Dairy

MULCH

1445 Route 100 Barto 610-845-7551

Phil’s Mulch Service

INSURANCE

PARTY PLANNING

Dale Nace Agency State Farm 1522 Pottstown Ave, Pennsburg 215-679-7951

Durn & Biehler Ins. Agency, Inc.

267-733-8079

A Passing Fad Event Planning 215-353-2358

PAVING & SEALCOATING

401 N Main St, East Greenville 215-679-9597

DCS

Lechner & Stauffer, Inc.

Yarnall Paving

54 Quakertown Ave, Pennsburg 215-679-9568

215-679-5818

610-495-5700

Upper Per PET CARE

RESTAURANTS

My Pet’s Teacher Dog Training 267-221-6532

Carriage House Restaurant

Denise’s Salon

745 Gravel Pike, East Greenville 215-679-7700

80-C Gravel Pike, Red Hill 215-541-3133

NO Worries Animal Care Pet Walking & Boarding in Your Home

Diehl’s Real Teas & Cafe

Gemini Hair Salon

267-374-5536

SALONS

239 Main St, East Greenville 267-317-8327

200 Main St, East Greenville 215-679-6141

Fiesta Habanero

Head Hunters

644 Gravel Pike, East Greenville 215-541-2922

235 Main St, East Greenville 215-679-6319

931 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-9700

Golden Bowl

SEPTIC SERVICES

PLUMBERS

Jamison Publick House

215-234-8314

McClay’s Plumbing, LLC

1860 Geryville Pike, Pennsburg 215- 375-8886

Winding Creek Septic

Luke McClay 267-377-7931

Java & Bake Co.

PHARMACIES Professional Pharmacy

PRINTERS Everything Printing 828A Route 100 N, Bechtelsville 610-367-7444

357 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-0666

231 Main St, East Greenville 267-923-8671

Joy Inn 440 Pottstown Ave, Pennsburg 215- 679-8688

Main Street Pub & Restaurant

PRODUCE

505 Main St, Bally 610- 845-7690

Windy Springs Farms

Pennsburg Diner

1845 Myers Rd, Quakertown 215-536-8624

321 Pottstown Ave, Pennsburg 215-679-2190

Edinger Propane

Powderbourne 2071 Baus Rd, East Greenville 215-679-9860

1619 PA-100, Bally 610-845-2091

The Grand Subway

PROPANE

Robbins Septic Service

215-428-1937

SKI RESORTS Bear Creek Mountain Resort 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie 610-641-7149

Spring Mountain 757 Spring Mt. Rd, Schwenksville 610-287-7900

TAG SERVICES Gibbons Fast Tags 168 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-9415

TANNING Caribbean Hot Spot

Independence Propane

254 Main St, East Greenville 215-679-8003

608 Main St, Green Lane 215-234-0400

Tosco’s Brick Oven Pizza 824 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-0650

REALTORS

TAX SERVICE

Tosco’s Pub & Grill

Lam & Associates

822 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-9790

437 Dotts St, Pennsburg 215-679-6221

Brode & Brookes, Inc. 404 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-4200

H & R Block

Thomas McCabe Realty

RETAIL

321 Main St, East Greenville, 215- 541-9000

Hen House Country Gifts

RESTAURANTS

Round Two Child Consignment

The Bally Hotel

861 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-2539

660 Main St, Bally 610-845-0100

Chiaro’s Pizzeria 337 Main St, Pennsburg 215-679-6000

622 Main St, East Greenville 215-541-3200

3125 Seisholtzville Rd. Macungie 610-845-3505

2 W 2nd St, Pennsburg 215-679-3576

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