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FEATURES

6 HOT GOOD STUFF THIS SUMMER

Many exciting events and activities take place in our area throughout the summer. Mark your calendars and plan to spend time at one of them.

14 GET GRILLING

Check out these great burger recipes for grilling this summer.

16 FIREWORK & SPARKLER SAFETY

Americans buy nearly 300 million pounds of fireworks every 4th of July, amounting to 90% of residential fireworks purchased every year. With that many fireworks in use, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to discuss safety with your family and friends before lighting fireworks or sparklers.

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WORDS FROM THE TEAM

28 BOOK REVIEW

16 DISASTER BLASTER

30 POCONO SECRETS

18 LIVING GREEN

32 OUTDOOR RAMBLINGS

20 MRS. DOGOOD

34 PETS

22 LAKE MAP CENTERFOLD

36 BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE

24 PRISON REFLECTIONS

38 AREA EVENTS

26 MONEY

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resident • publisher • editor in chief deborah bailey production manager meica drake account representatives barry weiss • dwight gregory editorial correction services kay marks assignment writer allison mowatt contributing writers terry mooney, Reflections of a Prison Inmate arthur middleton, MD, FAPA, Behavioral Medicine michael krupa, Finance josh sheard, Finance terri schlichenmeyer, Book Review la guzda, Pocono Secrets arnie milidantri, Classic Cars bill deaton, Outdoor Ramblings pike/wayne conservation partnership, Living Green

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WHAT A DILEMMA To laugh is to risk appearing a fool. To weep is to risk appearing sentimental. To reach out for another is to risk involvement. To expose feelings is to risk rejection. To place your visions before the crowd is to risk ridicule. To love is to risk not being loved in return. **To go forward in the face of overwhelming odds is to risk failure. But risks must be taken, because the greatest hazard in life is to risk nothing. The person who risks nothing, does nothing, has nothing, is nothing. We may avoid suffering and sorrow, but we cannot learn, feel, change, grow, love or know GOD. Chained by our own self-assurances, we are a slave. We have forfeited our freedom. Only the person who dares to take risks and to trust in their GOD will ever be made FREE.

In 1997, Rev. Edwin E. Bailey, father of the editor, gave this poem to his daughter 8 days before he had a stroke and 3 weeks before he died. The poem was adapted from works by Leo Buscaglia. Edwin hand wrote this on a scrap of paper and gave it to his daughter, Deborah, saying the words, “Someday you’ll understand these words and use them. God bless sweetheart.” **These words were used in making the decision to purchase Connections Magazine in 2002. CONNECTIONS COPYRIGHTED 2007

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Summer.

Hair gets lighter. Skin gets darker. Water gets warmer. Drinks get colder. Music gets louder. Nights get longer. Life gets better.

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hhh... summer! Hot Good Stuff happening all around us and in our July Issue! From the Audubon Art & Craft Festival to the Wayne County Fair or from MuckStock to the Scranton Jazz Festival or from Wally Lake Fest to Honesdale’s Historic Sidewalk Sales... yep, life is better here! Before you light up the grill, check out our amazing "get grilling" recipes on page 14. Head to our Facebook page and post your hot grillin’ pictures. Put your flip flops on and check out the centerfold lake map to enjoy all the Hot Good Stuff ‘wading’ for you at the lake! Enjoy the warmer days behind some cool shades, an ice cold drink, and relax with our July issue! CM Team 570.647.0085 cmag@ptd.net

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he Audubon Wildlife Art & Craft Festival has been bringing many of America’s finest nature and wildlife artists and craftsmen, nationally acclaimed wildlife presenters, wildlife rehabilitation centers, and children’s hands-on learning activities to Hawley every July for 35 years. Envisioned to bring awareness of the natural treasures in our area, the tireless efforts of its volunteers, as well as the collaborative efforts with its partners, have made this annual event one of the leaders in environmental education and awareness in the Pocono region today. Designed originally to bring awareness of nature’s wonders through art and close up encounters with our region’s wildlife, its efforts are now being emulated across the country. Its reputation is such that now many of the top American nature artists are present year after year. The festival has expanded to include many of the area’s best craftsmen, encouraging demonstration and explanations about techniques, especially for children. The real jewel of the event, however, is its wildlife and nature presentations. These exhibits and presentations have always been designed for kids, yet the audience is filled with fascinated adults as well. Through the years, children have been able to look eye to eye with some of North America’s most unusual

creatures, and have the animals look back… alive, curious, and…well fed. Over the years many different animals have been featured up close and alive - black bears, cougars, eagles, hawks, owls, vultures and even the American condor have been visitors to the festival, not to mention all the opossums, skunks, raccoons, and the wide variety of snakes, turtles, frogs, and even strange insects. All these creatures have been accompanied by top experts from around the country, ready to answer any questions, and to show what it is like to live the life of these animals. 2019 is going to be no exception to this long history of eagerly awaited NEPA Audubon festivals. Among the 2019 festival highlights are hands-on presentations by the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, a nationally recognized center for rehabilitation of injured local mountain wildlife. In addition will be Bill Streeter from the Delaware Valley Raptor Center, a nationally recognized expert on birds of prey. These are two of the Pocono Mountains’ favorites for wildlife enthusiasts. Second Chance Wildlife Center will be presenting as well, with a variety of wild animals recovering so as to be released back in the wild. Additionally, there are presentations and exhibits by other environmental groups. Sponsored by the Northeast Pennsylvania Audubon Society, the festival helps fund environmental scholarships and conservation programs for schools and community groups. Additionally, the NEPA Audubon Society maintains two wetlands in Wayne County. The dates of the Audubon festival this year are July 20 & 21. The festival is held at the Wallenpaupack Area High School, an indoor, air conditioned facility, on Route 6 in Hawley, PA. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Plenty of delicious food is available at the event. Admission is $5, and children under the age of 12 years admitted free.

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othing says summer quite like The Wayne County Fair. This year's fair takes place from August 2nd through 10th at the Wayne County Fair Grounds, on route 191 North in Honesdale PA. Going strong for 157 years, the fair encompasses all the best rides, one of a kind attractions, thrill shows, grand stand entertainment, games and food galore! The Wayne County Fair also boasts a huge midway with over 26 big-time rides, kiddie rides, games and fair food! The midway is also filled with agriculture events like horse, tractor, and truck pulls, kids’ pedal pulls and even a pony pull, plus 4-H club shows, animals all over the north end of the midway, and 4-H competitions. The grandstand is always full with entertainment too.... monster trucks, car thrill shows, harness racing, fireworks and the popular demolition derby! There is live entertainment daily, and free grandstand shows that will have you dancing in the aisles, including an Eagles Tribute Band on August 3rd, and on Wednesday August 7th, Terry Lee Goffee, the world’s greatest Johnny Cash experience. The Wayne County Fair has brought back some entertainment favorites this year, like Dino Roar, the roaming T-Rex, the Black Cat Hell Drivers, Rosaire's Royal Racing Pigs and Toodles the Clown. And the fair is proud to be introducing some new excitement into their lineup with Brunon Blaszak's Royal Tigers Show, featuring both Bengal and Siberian tigers, Larry the Chain Saw Carver, and a mobile glass studio. The Wayne County Fair is proud to offer a pay one price model of just $10 per person which includes admission, PARKING, all the rides, all day long, and most grandstand shows. Senior Citizens Days are just $5.00 per person on Friday, August 2, 2019 and Wednesday, August 7, for those 62 years of age and over. For more information visit waynecountyfair.com

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onesdale’s merchants will hold Historic Sidewalk Sales & Artisan Fair starting with merchant & restaurant participation on Thursday, July 18 & Friday, July 19. On Saturday, July 20 and Sunday July 21, Artisan Vendors line the streets with their handmade food and crafts, sponsored by The Honesdale National Bank. Thursday July 18, 2019 and Friday, July 19Take two days to browse through the great variety of stores, learn about the wonderful local services, and dine at one of the many area restaurants and cafes. Honesdale has great shops on every block, so wear your walking shoes. Thursday evening music will be featured in Central Park by Stanky and the Cadets starting at 6:30 p.m. Just some of the stores offering discounts are Antler Ridge Winery & BBQ, Ghiggeri’s Fine Olive Oils and Balsamics, R3 Hardware, Wallflower, Finders Keepers, Arts for Him and Her, WeJo, Fins and Feathers and The Wayne County Library. Saturday, July 20, 2019 and Sunday, July 21In addition to local merchant sales we will have vendors on our sidewalks with handmade soaps, jewelry, crocheted scarves and stained glass, plus chalk couture, all-natural bug sprays, honey and so much more. Saturday evening enjoy the Classic Car Show. Throughout the entire four (4) days a Restaurant Crawl will be in progress. Participating restaurants will feature one or two appetizers at $5.00 or under for your enjoyment with a chance to win a raffle prize at every stop. Restaurant owners will be drawing winners on Sunday at the conclusion of the event. We invite you to visit the past and enjoy the great exhibits at the Wayne County Historical Society, located at 810 Main Street. The Museum will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday noon to 4:00 p.m. Beat the heat and take a ride on one of the several trains scheduled for the 4-day event which includes Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Friday at 1:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. for the Ice Cream Express, Saturday 12:00 noon or 3:00 p.m. Sunday schedule 12:00 noon or 4:00 p.m. for the Dinner & Theatre ride.

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3 AUGUST 17TH LOCATION: TOMMY GUN WAREHOUSE in GREELY, PA

WEEKEND WARRIORS, CROSSFITTERS, BOOTCAMPERS, GYM GOERS AND THOSE THAT JUST LIKE PLAYING HARD IN THE MUD. TEAMS FORMING NOW!!!

Think You’re One Tough Mucker? MUCKSTOCK 2019 is MUDDIER than EVER!

REGISTER NOW! www.athlinks.com/event/muckstock-2019-300776 COMPLETE DETAILS: VETSTOCKAMERICA.COM/MUCKSTOCK Registration $65

e A Tough Mucker! Get your muck on for the 3rd Annual MuckStock 5K Race on Saturday, Aug. 17th. MuckStock Obstacle Course Race (OCR) will sorely test your muckin’ mettle as you face multiple spirit, strength and stamina obstacles strategically placed throughout muddy terrain. AGE: 13 or older: Must have valid Photo I.D and waiver. Children 13-15 must have parent or guardian present to verify age and waiver. Children 12 and under participating in the Kidz Race must have parent or guardian present at all times and wavier.

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RACE KIT: Shirt, Bib, Finishing Metal, Finishing snack, Free After Party. RACE BIB: You’ll get a bib (race number) that you must wear on the FRONT of your body (shirt or shorts). The bib serves two purposes: (1) It lets our security know that you’re a paid runner; (2) Items at the bag check are organized by bib number, so you must have it in order to retrieve your bags. We do not keep records of who gets which bib, so be sure to remember your number! T-SHIRT: You’ll be given whatever size shirt you requested when you registered. There are no women’s sizes. T-Shirts are unisex style and are true to size. BAG CHECK: DO NOT BRING the following items with you onto the course: wedding rings or other expensive jewelry, sunglasses, your only pair of prescription glasses, your wallet, your car keys, your cell phone, or anything else you don’t want to lose/destroy. Leave belongings with a friend, return them to your car, or check them at our free bag check located at the BAG CHECK TENT. Be advised that Vetstock, LLC, Vetstock America, Muckstock or any other affiliates of Vetstock, if any, assumes no liability for damage to or loss of any items placed in a bag check. PACK YOUR BAG: Be sure to bring a towel, a change of clothes (including shoes or flip flops), sunscreen, water, a plastic bag to put your muddy clothes in, a folding chair or blanket to sit on, and, if you want to skip the rinse-off lines, a couple of gallons of water to leave in your car, they’ll heat up throughout the day giving you a nice warm rinse while everyone else shivers from the supplied water! Coolers aren’t allowed into the event. PARKING: $5 per vehicle. Cash only. Shuttle vehicle may be available. TEAMS: Allowed. Individual registration for each member. WAVES: Start at 8:30 am. Up to 75 racers per group. Waves go out every 15 mins. 2018 MUCKSTOCK RACE PHOTOS ON FACEBOOK: MUCKSTOCK:A VETSTOCK VETERAN FUNDRAISER Proceeds to benefit FOLDS OF HONOR (www.foldsofhonor.org) and other local Veterans organizations (New in 2018; Horses for Heros) A VETSTOCK EVENT: EMAIL: VetstockAmerica@gmail.com A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION – 46-2563883

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eady to experience the festival on The Big Lake's 52 miles of shoreline? With events on and off the water, you’re looking at a lot of ground to cover. Fortunately, celebrations are set in three main festival sections and free shuttles run to these locations on Saturday and Sunday.

Festival Sections

n August 2, 3, 4, 2019 the Scranton Jazz Festival will celebrate its 15th Anniversary at the historic Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel and other venues in downtown Scranton with three world class artists as its headliners. Living legend and four time Grammy nominee Freddy Cole, youngest brother of Nat “King” Cole, will perform with his band on Friday August 2, 2019. Multi-award winning blues artist, Shemeikia Copeland, will take the stage with her highly acclaimed band on August 3, 2019. Multi-Grammy winning trumpeter and composer, Randy Brecker, will be the guest artist with the Jazz Festival’s 16 Piece Big Band on Sunday August 4, 2019. Tickets will be on sale April 20, 2019. For tickets, schedules and other information please visit www.ScrantonJazzFestival.org or call 570.575.5282.

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Wally Lake Fest venues are grouped by location. You’ll find hot spots in Downtown Hawley, the North End and the Lake Region. Downtown Hawley groups the northernmost businesses; those located along Route 6 in town. The Settlers Inn, Hawley Silk Mill, Cocoon Coffeehouse & Catering Company, Mill Market Bakery at the Hawley Silk Mill, Glass Wine.Bar.Kitchen, Ritz Company Playhouse, and Penny Lane Candies & Candles are there. North End venues are slightly south of Hawley, along the lake’s eastern shore. Stick to Route 6 between 507 and 590. Points of interest there include Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tours, the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center, Palmyra Township Public Beach on Lake Wallenpaupack and the Wallenpaupack Area High School. The Lake Region begins beneath the North End and curves around the water to Lakeville. It’s where you’ll find waterfront businesses like Silver Birches Resort, Lighthouse Harbor Marina, The Dock on Wallenpaupack and The Boat House Restaurant. Lacawac Sanctuary, Dorflinger Glass Museum and the Lakeville Fire Company are also in this section. To get the most out of a bash this big, you've got to plan in advance. Visit the Wally Lake Fest website or the Wally Lake Fest Facebook page to learn more about daily schedules, activity centers and places to stay. Plus, pick up our August Issue for more on this great events

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RECIPES

mexican turkey burgers ingredients 1 lb/450 g fresh ground turkey 7 oz/200 g canned refried beans 2-4 garlic cloves, crushed 1-2 fresh jalapeno chilies, seeded and finely chopped 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro salt and pepper 1 tbsp corn oil one Place the ground turkey in a bowl and break up any large lumps. Beat the refried beans until smooth, then add to the turkey in the bowl. two Add the garlic, chilies, tomato paste, cilantro, salt, and pepper and mix together. Shape into 4 equal-size burgers, then cover and let chill for 1 hour. three Heat a heavy-bottom skillet and add the oil. When hot, add the burgers and cook over medium heat for 56 minutes on each side, or until thoroughly cooked. Drain on paper towels and serve.

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sweet potato and provolone burgers ingredients 1 lb/450 g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks salt and pepper 6 oz/175 g broccoli florets 2-3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 red onion, finely chopped or grated 1 1/2-2 fresh red jalapeno chilies, seeded & finely chopped 6 oz/175 g provolone cheese, grated 2 tbsp whole-wheat flour 2-3 tbsp corn oil 1 lb/450 g onions, sliced 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro one Cook the sweet potato in a pan of lightly salted boiling water for 15-20 minutes, or until tender. Drain and mash. Cut the broccoli into small pieces, cook in a separate pan of boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain and plunge into cold water. Drain again, then add to the mashed sweet potato. two Stir in the garlic, red onion, chili, grated cheese, and salt and pepper. Mix well and shape into 4-6 equal-size burgers, then coat in the flour. Cover and let chill for at least 1 hour. three Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of the oil in a heavy-bottom skillet. Add the onions with any remaining chili and cook over medium heat for 12-15 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the cilantro and set aside. four Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Add the burgers and cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until piping hot. Serve with the onions.

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SAFETY TIPS

Firework & Sparkler

Safety Provided by Disaster Blaster

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children to hold sparklers themselves, we recommend giving them an opportunity to enjoy the sparkler from a safe distance instead.

So before you kick off your 4th of July celebration, make sure everyone stays Never pick up a “dud” or safe with these firework & misfire If a firework doesn’t ignite properly, it’s sparkler safety tips! Purchase only legal residential fireworks It can be tempting to buy the biggest fireworks you can find, but commercial (or illegal) fireworks are not intended for residential use. They require special equipment to safely light, a large area to set them off, and even then fire departments are generally on site and alert just in case something doesn’t go as planned. If you want to see large commercial fireworks, we recommend going to a professional local display instead.

Choose where the fireworks will be set off carefully Fireworks represent a significant fire and injury hazard. Carefully choose a location to set the fireworks off that will be far away from people, trees, homes, and other structures. Every year, 18,500 fires are caused by fireworks, so this potential risk cannot be overstated. Similarly, anyone viewing the fireworks should be far away from the fireworks themselves. We recommend designating a set area for everyone to stay in while the fireworks are going off. Make sure an adult is in this area as well to ensure kids don’t wander out of this designated area or get hurt.

Children should always be supervised Whether you’re setting off fireworks or lighting sparklers, children should be supervised the entire time. While many people view sparklers as relatively harmless, they burn at 1,800 °F, which can cause a serious burn. Instead of allowing small

important to recognize it could still go off. For this reason, it is important never to pick up a dud or misfire with your hands. Instead, allow it some time to discharge itself (at least 30 minutes). If that doesn’t happen, pick it up with a shovel and drop it immediately into a bucket of water before disposing of it.

Thoroughly put out all fireworks before disposing of them Even fireworks and sparklers that look like they’re extinguished could be able to start a fire. Keep a bucket of water outside and dunk each firework or sparkler before throwing it away to avoid a potential fire. Special disposal requirements may be in place by your municipality, so be sure you check with them before disposing of fireworks.

Be prepared for the worst Even if you’ve taken every precaution, it’s important to plan for the worst. Fire is never something you expect to happen, so make sure to have a fire extinguisher handy. We also recommend having a garden hose available just in case the fire extinguisher is insufficient for any reason.

About Disaster Blaster Disaster Blaster is an indoor environmental firm serving the Northeastern PA Area. Licensed to perform Radon Mitigation, we have been providing our local area with unparalleled fire / smoke restoration, mold remediation, water damage mitigation, radon mitigation, and asbestos abatement services for decades, and are proud to have been recently named The World’s Greatest Indoor Environmental Firm. For more about Disaster Blaster, as well as more helpful tips, please visit our website at: www.disasterblaster.com or call our office at (570) 963-1123.

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Over the hill... and into the

LAKE By Bethany Keene

Forty years. Over the hill. Most people look at a 40th birthday as a pinnacle in life or the point in time when “old age” begins. The Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District doesn’t see it that way. We think we’re just hitting our stride, and we’d like you to help us celebrate and look back at 40 years of achievements.

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Founded in 1979, the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District (LWWMD), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is committed to protecting and maintaining water quality throughout the 219 square-mile area that drains into Lake Wallenpaupack. Led by an all-volunteer board of directors, we represent stakeholder groups in the watershed and work across our communities to accomplish our mission. We routinely sample water quality in the lake and participate in research programs to monitor changes and conditions in our water. We provide educational programming and outreach materials to thousands of people annually in an effort to promote responsible stewardship of our natural resources. We’ve spent well over $4 million in grant funding to complete projects that protect Lake Wallenpaupack and many streams and adjacent lakes. We’ve done all of this, and more, with the help and support of our partner agencies and the lake

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community. We still have much work to do, but after 40 years we’d like to take a moment to appreciate the accomplishments we’ve all worked so hard to achieve. Please join us for a celebratory event on September 15th where we’ll recognize the people, projects, and programs that have kept our lake healthy.

Sunday, September 15 Wallenpaupack Creek Farm, 674 South Sterling Road (SR 507/191) Cocktail Hour 4:30-6:00 pm, Dinner 6:00 pm $60/person - cash bar Tickets at wallenpaupackwatershed.org 570.226.3865 or nick@ wallenpaupackwatershed.org

At 40 years old we might be over the hill, but then we’ve always been over the hill, working to make sure that pollution doesn’t flow into our lake. Visit our website at www.wallenpaupackwatershed.org for more information on what we do and how to get your tickets for our 40th anniversary celebration!

Nick Spinelli has been serving as the Executive Director of the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District since 2010. He oversees the District's water quality monitoring program, provides educational programming, writes/administers grants for watershed improvement projects, and leads implementation of the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management Plan. He has served on the Board of the Pennsylvania Lake Management Society since 2011 and is currently President. Nick is a lifelong resident of the Lake Region. Outside of work, Nick's hobbies include growing food and plants, and SCUBA diving with the Tafton Dive/Rescue Team. He resides in Tafton, PA.

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MRS. DOGOOD

LE PETIT FROMAGE Dear Editor, One of the most beautiful homes in Halo, Pennsylvania is Le Petit Fromage. Its French name means The Little Cheese. It was so named by its French-American architect who built it for himself in the early part of the 20th century. It is a very tiny house with an immense personality that sits back on a manicured four acre lawn. When I would drive past the house, I would look at its fantasy styled brick, stone and stucco facade and make believe an elf lived there. It belonged in a fairy tale. Le Petit Fromage has only one small bedroom, one tiled bath, a small-red-lacquered kitchen and a huge great room with a massive walk-in stone fireplace. Standing guard at each side of the fireplace is a hand carved stone angel. At the corner of the great room, there is a circular wooden staircase that leads to a large balcony overlooking the two story great room. All the floors are deep-colored flagstone. The walls are white plaster. The windows are leaded with stained glass inserts. The interior trim is deeplystained black oak. The front door and board and batten shutters are painted a smoky-grey French blue. On the left side of the home is a portecochere allowing one to enter the great room from a car or wagon without getting wet. But what does all of this have to do with me being the senior pastor of the First Church of God’s Love in Halo, PA? Well it’s what happened to Le Petit Fromage that gave me the material for next Sunday’s sermon. Justin Duvallier, who had lived in Le Petit Fromage for the past two decades, passed away last year; he was a dear friend and an active member of my church. His nephew inherited the home but had to sell it because he lives and works in Seattle with his wife and two children. The couple who purchased Le Petit Fromage loved the elf-like house, its rural setting and its history. But they had to expand it to accommodate their three children. They added a huge addition to the back of the house, which is where they located the new front door. Now one drives through the porte-cochere and around the old house to arrive at the front door of the new home; the original French blue front door is

never used. The new addition is a three story white stucco structure with long rectangular windows that tower over the elflike cottage. The current architects incorporated a mansard roof on the new structure to mirror the roof of the cottage. But unlike the mansard roof of the cottage which has two heavily adorned dormer windows, the new roof is plain. Inside the top story of each of the three story rectangular windows hangs a crystal chandelier which is lit both day and night. The Halo Historical Society has the original letter that the French architect Philippe Cadeau St. Pardoux wrote to the Teller’s Gate in 1929. He told our local newspaper that he had finished building his home. “There are big people in our community. The important people. They know themselves and want us to know them. They are the big cheeses. But my home is now finished and is only for me. A petit bourgeois man. A little man. A little cheese. So I call my home Le Petit Fromage.” The Little Cheese in no longer little, and with the change to the house, so too came a big change in me. I no longer see the elf living there. I have different emotions and perceptions of the house. I too had to grow. My sermon? I realized that this principle was also true when people changed. When there is a significant change in another person’s life, I can no longer approach them the same way I had in the past. I too must change. Consequently and positively, when the elf dies and a new me is born, it allows me to share my humanity in a truer and more realistic way. Amen.

The Reverend Mrs. Silence DoGood Senior Pastor Executive Director President Chairman Choir Master (part-time) The First Church of God’s Love

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Prison Reflections

“Deported” By Terry Mooney

Part II

hen I met this young man for the first time, he blurted out “I’d like to work here at the jail to keep busy until I’m deported, which will be soon.” He had a sparkle in his eye and a positive energy. He added that he is looking forward to teaching kids English and coaching basketball “there.” It made me curious, so I asked him how it all happened.

My Story One day, when I was sixteen, my best friend and I “broke night” which means we stayed up and fell asleep on a stoop. His cousin came along and said he heard I was really good with numbers so I basically became his accountant. I also helped expand his drug business. Soon after, when I went to bust a sale, it was to a confidential informant for the police. Suddenly, a bunch of cars pulled up and three undercover cops took out guns and told me not to move. They cuffed me and took me in. I felt like a real man! I didn’t snitch. I said everything is mine. I’m the boss. I did two years in juvenile detention and was then placed in a group home. But after one month, you get to go home for a visit once every two weeks. The first time they let me out, I never went back. I was on the run. The guy I was working for became my protector and my mother wanted to let him adopt me because she didn’t want me living with her. She was upset with what I was doing and didn’t want a bad influence on my brother. Now I’m living in my own little apartment back in the drug trade. One day, I got busted again. I told them I’m on the run from the Bronx so I wouldn’t be put in jail. They sent me back to the group home. This time, I did a year and two months. It actually was a good place where I attended school. I showed the other kids how to play basketball. They wanted me to stay after to finish high school and offered me a basketball scholarship to go to Syracuse College. I turned it down for my old life. I found out later that one of the kids I taught how to play is now in the NBA. Maybe that could have been me! I went back to the Bronx, and everyone was missing me. I was the man! With this life, I was able to support my family. Anything my brothers wanted I got for them. My mother liked being able to pay the bills, but never felt good about how I got the money. One night I was pulled over for driving in the left lane without passing anybody. They searched the car and found drugs so they arrested me and put me in jail this time. A year later I was ratted out by some “colleagues”, so I’m back in jail for 13 more months. Then ICE picked me up. I paid a lawyer $30,000 to fight deportation to the Dominican Republic. I lost the case because of my crimes. By the time you read my story, I will have left the USA, truly the land of opportunity where I was offered the American dream on a silver platter. I chose instead to live as a serial criminal, distributing poison that destroys lives and kills people, all for easy money and street cred. Talk about bad decisions. But hindsight, as they say, is 20/20.

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Money

Summer

Sav i n g T i p s D

on’t miss the chance to save some extra cash this summer! Here are some easy money-saving tips to help you keep the summer fun going all season long. Mix and match ideas to create your own summer savings plan without sacrificing fun.

Ways to Take Advantage of Summer Savings $100 by reducing 1} Keep entertainment expenses Simply make the most of free events like outdoor concerts, movie-on-the-lawn nights, and free days at local museums. Save even more by borrowing free DVDs from the public library instead of spending too much money at the movie theater.

$400 by skipping the 2} Pocket theme park and visiting a

invite a few friends to join you in hosting a multifamily garage sale! The money you rake in could go toward building an emergency fund or paying off debt.

the car wash and save $60 4} Skip to $100. Skipping the car wash six times this summer could save you $60 to $100! Every week that you’d usually drive through a car wash, transfer $10 into your summer savings account.

nearly 20% on energy costs 5} Save by caulking your windows and doors. Your mom was right: there’s no need to air condition the entire neighborhood. So seal your doors and windows to reduce strain on your air conditioner—it just might help you save up to 20% on your energy costs!(1)

natural park instead

$50 to $100 when you sell 6} Earn your old clothes.

A one-day ticket price for a theme park can range from about $50 to over $100 (thank you, Disney). That means a family of four could pay anywhere from $280 to $400 for just one day of fun! Keep your cash and visit a state park in the great outdoors. Many parks are free or only charge a minimal entry fee per carload.

Clean out your closets and take your preloved threads to a consignment shop, or sell your clothes from the comfort of your own home through an online marketplace like thredUP or Poshmark. Take the money you make and put it toward new school clothes for your kids!

Take advantage of a tax-free $100 or more by hosting a 7} weekend and save hundreds on 3} Earn multifamily garage sale. big purchases. Who doesn’t love a good garage sale? More importantly, who doesn’t love the extra $100 you make from pawning your old stuff onto complete strangers? Clean out the attic and

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Check to see if your state (or one near you) offers tax savings for back-to-school purchases. If so, wait until the tax-free weekend to make big purchases on school supplies, com-

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puters and clothes. It’s amazing how much tax can add up when you’re buying new wardrobes for those growing kids!

$100 to $500 on camp fees 8} Save by creating your own. Give it a go and try a camp-free summer. Care.com estimates that a typical one-week day camp can cost anywhere from $100 to $500.(2) Multiply that by several children over several weeks, and the cost adds up quickly! Instead, organize your own evening neighborhood camp. Pick a theme and ask your neighbors to be volunteers. Chances are, your kids will have just as much fun as they would at an expensive camp.

smarter to save $20 to $50 9} Shop each week. Compare weekly ads from your favorite grocery stores and plan your food for the week around what’s on sale. Then, prepare a shopping list and stick to it. Want to save even more? Give generic brands a try and visit the local farmer’s market to buy your fruits and veggies.

10} Use coupons.

Some of the best coupons come from weekly circulars in the Sunday newspaper, but there are plenty of online options as well. Your local grocery store might even provide digital coupons through its app. Don’t forget to use coupons at your favorite restaurants and fast-food joints too! Josh is a Dave Ramsey Endorsed Local Provider for this area. He specializes in retirement income strategies, investments strategies, as well as additional financial strategies. His focus is on lifelong financial guidance and his commitment is to place clients first and provide unmatched customer service. He would be glad to answer any questions regarding the content of this article as well as any others. Call today at 570-729-1020 or email Josh at sage@cfiemail.com. You can also visit www.sageinvestments.net. Jonathan Sheard offers securities and advisory services through Centaurus Financial, Inc. member FINRA and SIPA and a registered investment advisor. This is not an offer to sell securities, which may be done only after proper delivery of a prospectus and client suitability is reviewed and determined. Information relating to securities is intended for use by individuals residing in PA, NY, AR, VA, FL, NC, GA, CT. Sage Investments, Dave Ramsey and Centaurus Financial Inc are not affiliated.

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Book Review AWWWWWWWWWW!

ful displays of miniature cuteness, and The second you see a puppy or kitten, vacation destinations may be filled with cuteness overload. Even food can be oh-sothat’s probably what you say. Aww, how cute. adorable! Awww, you just want to cuddle You can dress up in the latest (and it. Wow, it must be so soft and sweet! You cutest) fashions, or put them on your dog. want one now but awww, “This Book is Here, you’ll read about a “career in cute” Cute!” by Sarah Wassner Flynn might be a and real jobs that have cuteness all over great temporary substitute. them. You’ll see how technology uses cuteIt happened again: you were online, science to appeal to users, the size of baby looking something up and oh, wow, there’s hippos at birth, how a meme of a puppy. cute goes viral, how And another with a to get around in the kitten. And oooooh, a sweetest of ways, and piglet, and soon, how you can do your you’ve lost a halfbest when popping hour looking at cuteprecious in a picture. ness. Resistance, as You can blame it’s been said, is that on your brain. futile: any time you Nearly eighty see a video of a years ago, scientist puppy or kitten Konrad Lorenz extenonline, you might as sively studied what well just make yourhe called kinderself comfortable. schema. That’s a GerYou’re not going anyman word that basiwhere soon, except cally explains how maybe to go find babies, with their big “This Book is Cute!” eyes, chubby cheeks, What else can floppy limbs, and you say about some“roly-poly body,” thing that’s absolutely nudge your brain into filled with full-color creating dopamine, a pictures of adorablechemical that gives ness? Only that this you those “make-youbook is as easy as the melt feelings” when By Sarah Wassner Flynn internet is to get lost you see something Illustrated by John Holyfield in, but more fun, cute. And it’s not just Reviewed by Terri Schlichenmeyer since author Sarah you: children as Wassner Flynn also young as three have scientific information, includes lots of real been shown to prefer cuteness, and pictures trivia, and fun facts to get kids curious of adorable puppies are proven to help about biology, technology, animal care, adults improve their moods. commerce, and other cultures. Yes, indeed, But looking at appealing little faces is this book is not merely a collection of cudmore than just a great way to feel good. dly cat snaps and doofy dogs – it’s also Cuteness is also big business: think about going to teach young readers. those tiny dolls or trucks you played with Or older readers, of course, because once, or the anime characters you love. In while this book is meant for kids in midJapan, construction barriers are sometimes dle-school and beyond, adults will find it made into cartoon adorableness, and you just as easy to fall into. One look at “This know Hello Kitty makes fans squeal. AmerBook is Cute!’ and you’ll know it’s ican sports teams and some businesses awwwwwwww-some. have mascots, museums often have delight-

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Ritz Company Playhouse

The

Ritz

Company Playhouse By LA Guzda

ummer in the Poconos often means water sports, fishing, and hiking. But after dinner, there is another popular form of entertainment that’s been going strong for 47 years. The Ritz Company Playhouse has produced over 300 shows including musicals, comedy, and children’s productions every summer since 1973. This jewel of a theater tucked away on Keystone St. in Hawley, PA was founded by Marjorie C. Murphy, a student of Eva Le Gallienne, her husband Dick Murphy, and friends. Marjorie’s long-held belief is “We don’t play theater; we do theater.” That’s why actors and audiences come back year after year. The building itself opened in 1936 and over the years operated as a vaudeville house and movie theater. In 1973, it was converted to a live theater and has operated every summer since then. When you step into the Ritz you truly step back in time. It is a treasure from by-gone years

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even as modern improvements keep it fresh and relevant. Last year it was a new roof, this year, audiences will look up to see the replaced ceiling, and next year the project will be interior painting. The building is only part of the story. The Company Players, Inc. are dedicated to providing live theatrical and cultural events to northeast PA and to incorporate the talents of members of the local community, as well as talented performers from outside the area. If you ask anyone on the board or any of the more than 1100 actors who have graced the stage, they will tell you the reason for their longevity is the focus on delivering good theater and having fun doing it. Not only can you count on a great night of entertainment, but you can bring the whole family without breaking the piggy bank. Tickets range from $5 to $15. There isn’t a bad seat in the house, and when the lights go down, the entire audience is treated to something very special.

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Every summer, the theater puts on four productions including two comedies, a full-length musical and a children’s show. The Ritz Bitz theater camp is one of the most coveted opportunities for kids every summer. It is now in its 20th season and after auditions in June, a group of fifty local kids are tutored in the theatrical arts which culminate with their own show in August. To qualify, children must be entering the first grade through entering ninth grade. Many of the children who had their first experience with Ritz Bitz have gone on to theater careers. Everyone involved with the Ritz is a volunteer who contributes their time and talent just to be part of the family. One of the biggest delights for our local audiences is when they can say, “I know that guy!” Don’t be surprised if you see your teacher, your vet, your lawyer, your insurance salesman, your builder, your librarian, your news anchor or your brewer on stage. This year’s line-up includes Sweet Charity (original Fosse production), There Goes the Bride, Mary Poppins, Jr. (Ritz Bitz players), and Jack of Diamonds. For information and tickets, go to ritzplayhouse.com. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PoconoSecrets Visit www.LAGuzda.com or www.PoconoSecrets.com for past articles. Do you have a Pocono Secret to share? Send an email to: PoconoSecrets@aol.com

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Outdoor Ramblings

Smokey Celebrates 75th Birthday By Bill Deaton | williamjdeaton@yahoo.com

his year, my favorite co-worker, Smokey Bear, turns 75 years old! While most people are retired at that age, Smokey is still on the job. He started his career in fire prevention during World War II. At that time, the nation’s western forests were a strategic target of the Japanese, and it was feared incendiary balloons launched by the enemy would be used to destroy the timber. Some forest fire prevention posters of that era feature sinister looking Japanese and Nazi leaders devilishly eying woodlands blazing. Around the same time, Disney loaned out Bambi to the US Forest Service to help spread the word about fire prevention as well, but his stint as a spokesdeer was only for one year. A permanent steward was needed. On August 9, 1944, the creation of Smokey Bear was authorized by the Forest Service, and the first poster was delivered on October 10 by artist Albert Staehle. The poster depicted a bear pouring a bucket of water on a campfire. Six years after the campaign was launched, life imitated art…sort of. A fire in the Lincoln National Forest in New Mexico during the spring of 1950 gave birth to the living Smokey Bear. A young cub was trapped on a tree while the Capitan Gap fire burned. He survived, was rescued by firefighters and was taken to the veterinarian and then cared for by Ranger Ray Bell and his family, who named him “Smokey.” Smokey became the living symbol of forest fire prevention. His famous catchphrase, “Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires” was officially changed in 2001 to “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires” as Smokey’s mission began to encompass fires in grasslands, brush, and other rural areas where fire could threaten to destroy homes.

Smokey has five rules: 1. Only you can prevent wildfires. 2. Always be careful with fire. 3. Never play with matches or lighters. 4. Always watch your campfire. 5. Make sure your campfire is completely out before leaving it. I frequently get to work with Smokey since he does have a tendency appear at several local events such as Promised Land State Park in Canadensis over the July 4th Weekend (evening of July 5); The Zane Grey Festival in Lackawaxen (July 13: 10-4); The Festival of Wood at Grey Towers in Milford (August 3-4); and CCC and Local History Days at Promised Land State Park (August 10: 10-3.) Of course, anyone wishing to travel can visit the National Zoo, which is having a special celebration all year for Smokey’s Birthday. If you don’t have the opportunity to wish Smokey a happy birthday in person, go out and enjoy the woods. As a present, do your part to prevent wildfires; that’s the best present “Only You” can give him. www.connections-magazine.com

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Pets

Poisonous Plants for Pets P

ets are incredibly curious creatures who are not above snacking on anything that interests them. When that snack is a plant, problems can occur. Many plants are poisonous if eaten and can cause symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to death. Below is a list of some of the most common plants that sicken pets.

Aloe Vera The leaves of the aloe vera plant offer quick relief for burns, but eating these plants can cause vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, changes in urine color, and tremors in both dogs and cats.

Azalea and Rhododendron Eating azalea or rhododendron plants can cause symptoms that range from mild to life threatening. The severity of the symptoms vary depending on how much of the plant your cat or dog eats, but it only takes a small amount to make an animal sick. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, loss of appetite, abnormal heart rate, weakness, abdominal pain, tremors, blindness, seizures, and comas.

Babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Breath Found often in floral arrangements, these white flowers can cause vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, lethargy, and depression if they are ingested.

Buttercups

Amaryllis These flowering plants provide a splash of color during the holiday season, but they can be poisonous to pets. Keep bulbs out of the reach of your cats and dogs as these are the most toxic part of the plant. Sampling an amaryllis plant can cause drooling, loss of appetite, vomiting,

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diarrhea, abdominal pain, tremors, and depression.

Cheerful yellow buttercups certainly do not look very threatening, but they can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, tremors, or seizures if eaten. Buttercup flowers are very bitter and cause mouth ulcers. In most cases, pets decide that buttercups are not so tasty after all, after a few bites.

Daffodils The bulbs are also the most toxic part of daffodils. If your pet eats a daf-

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fodil, it may experience drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea. Eating several daffodils can cause low blood pressure, heart arrhythmias, tremors, and convulsions.

Holly, Mistletoe and Poinsettias Eating one of these classic holiday plants can cause a range of symptoms. Although poinsettias have a bad reputation, eating them really only causes mild irritation to the mouth or stomach. Mistletoe is more dangerous. Eating it can result in gastrointestinal disorders, heart problems, hallucinations, vomiting, and diarrhea. Consuming holly can also cause vomiting and diarrhea, but your pet may be most annoyed by the tiny cuts caused by the spiny leaves.

Noelle 10 month old kitten. Very sweet and playful. She gets along with other cats, children, dogs and is litter box trained.

Morning Glories You may notice some very unusual behavior if your pet eats morning glories. Symptoms include hallucinations, stomach upset, tremors, loss of appetite, and difficulty controlling movements or balance.

Mountain Laurel Mountain laurel plants produce attractive flowers in the spring, but eating these plants can be deadly. If your pet consumes mountain laurel, it may begin to drool and experience vomiting, diarrhea, heart rhythm abnormalities, tremors, coma, and even death.

Tomato Plant If your pet cannot resist eating the leaves and stems of a tomato plant, you may notice drooling, loss of appetite, diarrhea, drowsiness, confusion, weakness, slow heart rate, dilated pupils, or changes in behavior.

Tulips Munching on a tulip bulb can cause stomach problems, loss of appetite, drooling, convulsions, and cardiac problems. If you are concerned that your pet has eaten a dangerous plant, call us immediately. The sooner treatment begins, the more likely that the outcome will be positive. If you have other concerns about your petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health, schedule an appointment today. If your pet has eaten a dangerous plant outside of normal office hours, contact your nearest animal hospital immediately.

Bear 2 year old Rottweiler mix. He is good with other dogs but would do best in a home with no cats and older children.

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BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE

The Image in the

Mirror By Arthur Middleton, M.D., FAPA

Always hold your head up, but be careful to keep your nose at a friendly level. ~Max L. Forman

he Miriam Webster Dictionary defines a reflection as “something that shows the effect, existence, or character of something else.” This leads to the question, what do you see when you look in the mirror? It is likely that you are generally pleased with what you see. If not, you can alter your appearance so that you look attractive and presentable, especially in the workplace. But the mirror does not reflect personality and behavior nor does it reflect how one is perceived by others. If it did, it would allow one to better appreciate the impact of personality traits on others. This is important because it affects the ability to develop and maintain personal and professional relationships as well as the ability to advance in the workplace. We are defined by our personality and character. Apart from appearance, one’s behavior and character are defining and unique to every individual. It is for this reason that some are liked and others are not. One’s personality is usually identifiable in childhood and continues to develop through adolescence. A child’s personality is influenced by environment, genetics, and early life experiences. Personality disorders are identified in individuals who have difficulty relating to and working with others. The behavior patterns are so ingrained that the individual lacks insight into how others view them. Clinically these personality disorders are grouped into three categories. Cluster A: (Schizoid Personality Disorder, Paranoid Personality Disorder, Schizotypal Personality Disorder) is associated with odd or eccentric behavior. Cluster B: (Antisocial Personality Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder) is associated with dramatic and often emotional or erratic behavior.

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Cluster C: (Avoidant Personality Disorder, Dependent Personality Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder) is associated with anxious or fearful behavior. However, it is Cluster B that is the group of personality disorders that are more incompatible with the ability to relate to others. All three of the personality disorders in this group are difficult to treat and generally cause emotional distress for the families and individuals who will interact with them. It is necessary to note that there are changes in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) with respect to personality disorders. It is recognized that making a diagnosis of a particular personality disorder is not easy, even for a seasoned clinician. Rather than deciding to make a diagnosis when all of the diagnostic criteria are met, which is sometimes not the case; DSM-5 defines a different approach when a particular personality disorder is suspected. The diagnostic approach uses the term TS or trait specified. If the clinician suspects that there is a personality disorder, it is identified as trait specified, such as a narcissistic personality trait, and the impairment in functioning is then addressed. Narcissism is defined as inordinate fascination with oneself; excessive self-love; vanity. The chances are good that we have all experienced someone who fits this description with respect to personality traits. The term “Narcissism” is derived from the Greek Myth about Narcissus; described as a beautiful youth, who was so enamored of his own appearance that he drowned in a pool after attempting to embrace his own image. While Narcissism is not necessarily on the tip of everyone’s tongue, it describes a personality and behaviors that many of us have experienced.

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Narcissistic Personality Disorder, as defined by the National Institutes of Health/U.S. Library of Medicine is a condition in which people have an excessive sense of selfimportance, an extreme preoccupation with themselves, and lack of empathy for others. While this behavior suggests grandiosity and a sense of being unique, at the same time, these individuals often have low selfesteem and have difficulty accepting criticism. As a result, individuals with Narcissistic Personality Disorder have a greater risk of depression and substance abuse. Despite the appearance of strength and self-importance, these are individuals who have difficulty handling rejection. It has also been noted that because appearance is so important, the physiological process of aging is not handled well. In a New York Times article by Phyllis Korkki titled: Bosses Who Love Themselves (March 8, 2015), the author begins with the statement, “try to avoid working for a company with a narcissist at the top.” The article goes on to summarize the research that concludes that narcissist bosses generally have a shorter tenure running an organization. Given the importance of investing wisely in the structure of a business organization, the author points to the use of the Narcissistic Personality Inventory as a way of weeding out potential narcissists during the interview process. The reason? Narcissists can be damaging to the dynamics of the workforce in the organization. In another New York Times article, by Tara Parker-Pope titled: Does Facebook Turn People Into Narcissists? (May 17, 2012), the author writes about the phenomenon of Facebook. Citing research from Western Illinois Univer-sity, the author describes how the research explored how Facebook appealed to narcissistic tendencies. As it turns out, the research found that Facebook appealed to “openness” as opposed to strictly promoting one’s accomplishments. The conclusion: “It is a huge oversimplification to say Facebook is for narcissists.” Personality disorders are not easily measured. One can view any personality disorder as a spectrum; from mild to severe. We all have some degree of narcissism. It is important, however, to consider personal insight as a way of gauging how we conduct ourselves and the ability to determine the effect of our behavior on others. It is the inability to gauge this response that sets a narcissistic personality disorder apart from simply being self- absorbed or over- confident. Most individuals with narcissistic personality disorders are not likely to seek psychiatric treat-

ment because they do not recognize that they have a problem. More often, it is the experience of difficulties in relationships that drives them to seek treatment. The quandary is the effectiveness of treatment. Will it work and what are the options? To begin with, now more than ever, patients will see a psychiatrist or mental health professional with the expectation that a drug will be prescribed to solve their issues. From a therapeutic point of view, in psychotherapy, the patient must be able to confront and renounce their narcissism in order to move forward therapeutically. Mood stabilizers like lithium and antidepressants have been used when clinical symptoms of depression and mood instability are present, but there is no single medication or therapeutic approach that is uniformly effective. In summary, Narcissistic Personality Disorder is a mental disorder in which affected individuals have an aura of self-importance. They are often seen by others as conceited and self-centered. While they appear to be grandiose and behave in ways that suggest that they care little about how others think about them, they take criticism poorly and may develop depression or have problems with substance abuse. The effects of this personality disorder can be destructive in relationships, especially in the workplace. For those individuals with this disorder who are able to recognize the impact of their behavior on others, psychotherapy can be helpful. Antidepressants and mood stabilizers, such as lithium, have been effective in patients who have symptoms of depression and mood swings. While difficult, personality disorders can be treated. Most individuals with personality disorders do not believe that they have a problem. However, if you begin to see that aspects of your behavior and personality are causing difficulty in relationships and/or work, it is recommended that you seek treatment from a mental health professional. References are provided for the informed consumer: Medline Plus – U.S. National Library of Medicine / National Institutes of Health: Narcissistic Personality Disorder – http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000934.htm Medline Plus – U.S. National Library of Medicine / National Institutes of Health: Personality Disorders – http://www.nlm. nih.gov/medlineplus/personalitydisorders.html

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Dr. Middleton is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, and a Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. Dr. Middleton is retired as an Associate in the Department of Psychiatry in the Geisinger Health System formerly practicing at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

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EVENTS

Y O U

ENTERTAINMENT

ARTS

RECREATION

a+r+e JULY ’19

THE AREA’S GOOD STUFF

C O N N E C T E D

Ongoing Events WEEKLY Table Tennis in Honesdale Lakeside Elementary School, Honesdale. Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts who play weekly. Info: John Babyak, 570-253-4379 or jbabyak1@ptd.net.

create & provide educational opportunities. They can help you apply for jobs or refine your resume. No appointment necessary. Free. Info: 570-676-4518. THURSDAYS Live Music with John Curtin 6 p.m. Glass-wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Hotel, Hawley. Classic guitar playing & musical stylings. Info: 570-226-1337 or ledgeshotel.com.

TUESDAYS Bingo American Legion Post 311, Hawley. Doors open 10:30 a.m., games begin at noon. Info: legionpost311@gmail.com.

THURSDAYS Live Music 6–9 p.m. Kol Steakhouse, Hotel Anthracite, Carbondale. Info: 570-536-6020.

TUESDAYS Bingo Texas #4 Fire Company, Honesdale. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Games start at 6:30 p.m. Plenty of parking. Info: 570-253-5467.

THURSDAYS Pub-O-Lympics 8 p.m. The Dock on Wallenpaupack, Hawley. A combination of trivia & physical challenges. Compete with your team to win a gold medal, gift certificate & bragging rights. Info: 570-226-4388.

TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS Figure Drawing with Model Mark Rando The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Improve your figure-drawing skills. Must be 18 or older; model is nude. Bring your own materials. Easels provided. Info: 570-251-1181 or TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com.

FRIDAYS Hawley Farm Market 2–5:30 p.m. Bingham Park, Hawley. Produce, meats & poultry, baked goods, maple syrup & honey, fruits, milk & ice cream, art, crafters & foot reflexology. Rain or shine. Info: 570-336-1644.

WEDNESDAYS Bog Walk 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Tannersville Bog, E. Stroudsburg. Environmental Educators explain the Bog’s formation, its interesting plant & animal life & more. Wear appropriate footwear. Pre-registration required & limited. Registration & info: 570-629-3061. WEDNESDAYS Story Time 10:30–11:30 a.m. Pleasant Mount Public Library, Pleasant Mount. Bring your young children & grandchildren to the library for a fun-filled story time. Included will be crafts, games, songs &, of course, a story. Info: 570-448-2573 or www.waynelibraries.org. THURSDAYS Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance 10 a.m.–Noon. Newfoundland Library, Newfoundland. Serves as an intermediary to identify,

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FRIDAYS Live Music 8 p.m.–Midnight. The Dock on Wallenpaupack, Hawley. Drink specials, food & live music. Info: 570-226-4388 or silverbirchesresortpa.com. FRIDAYS Live Music at Tannery Room 8–11 p.m. Glass-wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Info: 570-226-1337 or Hotel, Hawley. ledgeshotel.com. SATURDAYS Yoga in the Garden 9–10 a.m. Muriel’s Garden at The Settlers Inn, Hawley. Focuses on balance, harmony & wellness. Bring your mat or borrow one. Info: 570-226-2993. SUNDAYS Yoga on the Deck 9–10 a.m. Ledges Hotel Great Room/Great Deck, Hawley. Overlooking the Paupack High Waterfall.

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EVENTS Focuses on balance, harmony & wellness. Bring your mat or borrow one. Info: 570-226-1337. SATURDAYS Drop-in Family Story Time 11 a.m.–Noon. Wayne County Public Library, Honesdale. Join Miss Melanie for a story, followed by a fun craft for the whole family to enjoy. Info: 570-253-1220 or www.waynelibraries.org. SATURDAYS FREE Tastings and Demos Noon–2 p.m. Mill Market, in the Hawley Silk Mill, Hawley. Info: 570-390-4440. SATURDAYS Madrigal Choir 3–5 p.m. Farm Arts Collective invites male & female singers to participate in Madrigal Choir, an ensemble that is learning ancient 15th Century

July 1– July 9 JUL. 1–5 Backyard Habitats Day Camp 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center, Covington Township. For ages 7 & 8. Campers investigate the world around them & discover what is hiding in the forest, in the wetland, & in the meadow. The camp is filled with plenty of outdoor fun with time for discovery, learning, hiking, nature crafts & playing. Limited space; pre-registration required: 570-842-1506. JUL. 4 Fireworks over Lake Wallenpaupack 9:15–10 p.m. Fireworks display over the Big Lake. Parking & seating available at Wallenpaupack Area High School. Free. Rain date Jul. 5.

SUNDAYS Blues, Brews & BBQs 5–9 p.m. Glass-wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Hotel, Hawley. Enjoy live music by the falls, featuring a local craft brewery, live blues music & BBQ-style outdoor dining. Dining reservations: 570-226-1337. choral music. No experience necessary. Madrigal Choir will perform this summer in Farm Arts Collective’s performance events. Info: Tannis, 917-566-7698 or www.farmartscollective.org. SATURDAYS Live Music 9 p.m.–1 a.m. The Dock on Wallenpaupack, Hawley. Drink specials, delicious food & live music. Info: 570-226-2124 or silverbirchesresortpa.com. THROUGH AUG. 3 Made in 1969 Alliance Gallery, Narrowsburg, NY. In celebration of the golden anniversary of Woodstock, the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance presents a group show featuring works by area artists made in 1969 as well as a selection of works by artists who were born in 1969, providing a unique prism with which to consider the 50th anniversary. Info: 845-252-7576. THROUGH AUG. 3 “Bungalow” Loft Gallery, Narrowsburg, NY. Presents artists’ works in all media — film, sculpture & sound — that recall the past & present of the Catskill bungalows & the rich culture they represent, along with their diminished state today, with an eerie beauty all their own. Info: 845-252-7576.

Info: 570-253-1960 or chamber@northernpoconoschamber.com. JUL. 5 “Sculpt & Sip” with Arielle Sekula 5–7 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Have a blast while learning to use “sculpey” in new ways. BYOB. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. JUL. 5 Fireworks on Lake Ariel Beach Dusk. Lake Ariel. Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company. Rain date Jul. 7. Info: 570-698-5340 or Facebook. JUL. 5, 6 Gilbert Gottfried Comedy Night 8–10 p.m. The Waterfront at Silver Birches, Hawley. Hosted by Brendan Donegan, featuring Mark Riccadonna & headliner, the one & only Gilbert Gottfried. Info: 570-226-4388 or SilverBirchesResortPA.com. JUL. 5–7 “Celebration with a Bang” Family Camp Weekend Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Bring friends & family to experience the best of what PEEC has to offer. Nature hikes, animal presentations, swimming, canoeing, fire-

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EVENTS works, campfire & more. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL. 6 Jukebox Saturday Night: A Music Review Of The Great Big Bands 6–8 p.m. Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, White Mills. A 15-piece band performing the music of the great Big Bands of the 1930s, ’40s & ’50s. It’s a night of “swing” to delight all ages. Bring a chair & refreshments to this outdoor concert. Info & tickets: 570-253-5500 or www.wildflowermusic.org. JUL. 8 Ekat and Friends 7:30–9 p.m. Central Park, Honesdale. Wayne County Creative Arts Council 52nd Summer Festival. Vocal sensation singing classic pop and rock & roll. Refreshments available. No alcohol allowed. Bring a blanket or chair. Main rain locations: Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, The Cooperage or Central United Methodist Church. No admittance fee. Info: Mitzi Kielar, 570-785-3674 or Facebook. JUL. 9 Kettle Creek for Kids: Forest Findings 10–11 a.m. Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Stroudsburg. Use your senses along the trails to experience & discover what’s in the forest at Kettle Creek. Program for children ages 4–6. Parents must attend with their child. Preregistration required. Info: 570-629-3061 or www.mcconservation.org.

July 10–July 19 JUL. 10 Open Mic Night 7–10 p.m. The Cooperage Project, Honesdale. Hosted by Elena Altmiller. Come to perform or come to listen & watch. BYOB. Donations make this event possible. Info: 570-253-2020 or thecooperageproject.org. JUL. 11 Lone Duck 7:30–9 p.m. Central Park, Honesdale. Wayne County Creative Arts Council 52nd Summer Festival. Local jazz combo featuring Bob Wilson on upright bass & Rowan Lynch on sax. Refreshments available. No alcohol allowed. Bring a blanket or chair. Main rain locations: Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, The Cooperage or Central United Methodist Church. No admittance fee. Info: Mitzi Kielar, 570-785-3674 or Facebook. JUL. 13 Romping Radishes at The Farm 10 a.m. Farm Arts Collective at Willow Wisp Organic Farm, Damascus. Visit local farms to meet

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JUL. 12–14 WCAA Artist’s Studio Tour 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The Cooperage will be headquarters for the 2019 Studio Tour. View a sample of art from each Tour Artist to help plan your tour. Free, open to the public. Meet Wayne Cty.’s established & emerging artists in their studios. Discuss their philosophies, inspiration & working techniques while viewing their most recent artwork. Tour brochure with map & detailed artist information available at The Cooperage Project & other area businesses & visitors centers, & online at waynecountyartsalliance.org. Info: 570-253-2020. the farmers, see where our food comes from, get our hands dirty & have fun. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience where agriculture, ecology, theater, art & community come together, located right on the beautiful Delaware River. Geared to students K–2, but all children are welcome. Parents/guardians must stay with their children for duration of the class. A healthy snack is provided. Free entry. Info: 570-253-2020 or thecooperageproject.org. JUL. 13 Edible & Medicinal Plant Walk Saturday 10 a.m.–Noon. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Join a hike focused on wild edible & medicinal plants. No collecting will

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EVENTS be done within the park. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL 13 Bug Fest 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Stroudsburg. Displays, activities, games, crafts, live insects, insect safaris & presentations all day, all about insects. Features a photography exhibit by Maya Shikhman with info provided by the Monroe Cty. 4H Club’s Insects Are Us members. Come dressed as your favorite bug & participate in the Insect Parade & receive a

JUL. 13 Ilya Yakushev, Classical Pianist 6–8 p.m. Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, White Mills. Ilya Yakushev, award-winning & very talented Russian classical pianist, will astound & mesmerize the audience. Bring a chair & refreshments to this outdoor concert. Info & tickets: 570-253-5500 or www.wildflowermusic.org. JUL. 14 Bug Exploration Sunday 10 a.m.–Noon. Pocono Environmental Education

JUL. 13 & 14 The 57th Annual Wayne County Art & Antiques Show & Sale 10 a.m. Wayne Highlands Middle School, Honesdale. Sponsored by The Women’s Club of Honesdale. 50+ dealers, local artists, on-site appraisals & restoration specialists (bring items with you), “Attic Treasures,” homemade refreshments. Proceeds go to scholarships, community service organizations & charities. Info: WomensClubofHonesdale.com or waynecountywomensclub@live.com. discount on admission price. Parents can attend for free. Refreshments available. Info: 570-629-3061 or www.mcconservation.org. JUL. 13 15th Annual Zane Grey Festival 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Zane Grey Museum, Lackawaxen. Free fun for the whole family. Includes live birds of prey, live music, horse-drawn wagon rides, arts & crafts, special programs & Steamtown's “Ring of Fire.” Food available for purchase. Info: Susie Kaspar, 570-685-4871 ext. 6610. JUL. 13 Bridge the Gap: Pond Paddle Saturday 1–3 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Come for a free paddle on PEEC’s ponds. Beginners welcome — they will teach you everything you need to know. Dress appropriately; you may get wet. Call to reserve a canoe or kayak. Free. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL. 13 Alcohol Ink 1–3 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. With Agnes Lippi-Johnson. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com.

Center, Dingmans Ferry. Join in & discover some insects on PEEC’s trails & learn about what makes them so unique. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL. 14 Pastels 11 a.m.–1 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. With Linda Murphy. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. JUL. 14 Waterfall Tour Sunday 1–4 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. The Delaware Water Gap has quite a few waterfalls within the park that all flow into the Delaware River. Check out some of the larger & well known falls in the park. Spaces limited. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL. 15 Wayne Highlands Quilt Guild 6 p.m. Honesdale Community Church, Honesdale. Welcoming quilters of all ages & skill levels. Make new friends who share your passion for quilting. Show & Tell & refreshments. Info: Deb, 570-224-4914 or debszoo@gmail.com.

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EVENTS JUL. 15 Flashback 7:30–9 p.m. Central Park, Honesdale. Wayne County Creative Arts Council 52nd Summer Festival. Performing classic rock & pop. Refreshments available. No alcohol allowed. Bring a blanket or chair. Main rain locations: Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, The Cooperage or Central United Methodist Church. No admittance fee. Info: Mitzi Kielar, 570-785-3674 or Facebook. JUL. 16 Kettle Creek for Kids: Hiding in Plain Sight 10–11 a.m. Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Stroudsburg. Learn about the adaptions of Pocono wildlife. Program for children ages 4–6. Parents must attend with their child. Preregistration required. Info: 570-629-3061 or www.mcconservation.org. JUL. 17 Acoustic Bluegrass Jam 7–9 p.m. The Cooperage, Honesdale. Presented by The Cooperage Project. Led by Ron Penska. All levels of players are welcome. All instruments are welcome, too, but leave your amps at home — this jam is entirely acoustic. Info: 570-253-2020 or thecooperageproject.org. JUL. 18 Shake, Rattle & Roll: A Tribute to American Bandstand 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. The Waterfront at Silver Birches, Hawley. Rock ’n’ Roll show featuring Déjà Vu playing tunes from the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s & ’80s. Yes, Bandstand was on TV all those years, from sock hops & poodle skirts, to tie dyes & peace signs, to leisure suits & disco fever, & beyond. Come dressed in clothes from your favorite decade. Includes a twist contest, a silly lyrics contest, crazy costumes, hula hoops & more. Info: 570-226-4388 or SilverBirchesResortPA.com. JUL. 18 Game Night 6–9 p.m. The Cooperage, Honesdale. Presented by

The Cooperage Project. Play from a selection of games or bring your own game to share & teach. All ages welcome. Info: 570-253-2020 or thecooperageproject.org. JUL. 18 Stanky and the Cadets 7:30–9 p.m. Central Park, Honesdale. Wayne County Creative Arts Council 52nd Summer Festival. Classic polkas mixed with country favorites. Refreshments available. No alcohol allowed. Bring a blanket or chair. Main rain locations: Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, The Cooperage or Central United Methodist Church. No admittance fee. Info: Mitzi Kielar, 570-785-3674 or Facebook. JUL. 18–21 Historic Sidewalk Sales & Artisan Fair Downtown Honesdale. Historic charm & thrifty deals as Main St. shops line the sidewalks with their best wares at bargain prices on Thurs. & Fri. On Sat. & Sun. the streets will be full of artisan vendors in addition to the merchant goods. Info: 570-253-5492 or visithonesdalepa.com. JUL. 19 Drawing 1–3 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. With Bozena Janszweski. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com.

July 20–July 31 JUL. 20 Fire Building Saturday 10 a.m.–Noon. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Ages 10+. Learn some primitive & modern fire-making skills. Try your hand at a flint & steel & more. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL. 20 Romping Radishes at The Farm 10 a.m. Fertile Valley Farm, Honesdale. Visit local farms to meet the farmers, see where our food comes from, get our hands dirty & have fun.

JUL. 14 2nd Annual Family Fun Day Noon–5 p.m. Billy’s New Hope Barn, Honesdale. Food, games, raffle items, barn tours, music & much more. Non-profit organization that is a safe haven for abused & neglected farm animals is home to potbelly pigs, hogs, sheep, goats, horses, cows, chickens & a turkey named Dave. Come to the family-friendly event to help with the care of all these wonderful animals. Rain or shine. Info: 570-253-2510 or billysnewhopebarn@yahoo.com or Facebook. 42 | CONNECTIONS MAGAZINE |

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EVENTS JUL. 20 The Cooperage on Tap 2019 3–6 p.m. The Cooperage, Honesdale. Preview hour from 2–3 p.m. Don’t miss the 3rd year of Honesdale’s one & only craft beer festival & enjoy a lineup of local breweries who brew beer or grow hops all in the N. Pocono region. Food out of the kitchen, live screen printing & live music by Lone Duck. Support local businesses & The Cooperage Project. Food tickets will be available this year. Kids welcome & free to attend. Bring proof of ID in order to enter the event. Tickets on sale now. Info: 570-253-2020 or thecooperageproject.org.

JUL. 20 & 21 35th Annual Audubon Art & Craft Festival 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Wallenpaupack Area High School, Hawley. Combines entertaining, educational live wildlife shows featuring native animals with close to 100 juried artists & artisans, many of whose work is nature- or wildlifeinspired. Live ice sculpting, activities for the kids, free parking, airconditioning, door prizes, food & beverages. Info: 484-256-4485 or www.audubonfestival.com. Explore a diverse farm with everything from milk to animals to vegetables & maybe even a hayride. Geared to students K–2, but all children are welcome. Parents/guardians must stay with their children for duration of the class. A healthy snack is provided. Free entry. Info: 570-253-2020 or thecooperageproject.org. JUL. 20 Oil Painting 1–3 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. With Bozena Janszweski. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. JUL. 20 Bridge the Gap: Reptile Search Saturday 1–3 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Our local reptiles depend heavily on having clean sources of water. Explore with PEEC to find some aquatic & terrestrial reptiles in their native habitat. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org.

JUL. 20 The Earls of Leicester 6–8 p.m. Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, White Mills. Jerry Douglas & the group of legendary all-star performers perform Grammy-winning Bluegrass music from legends Lester Flatt & Earl Scruggs. Bring a chair & refreshments to this outdoor concert. Info & tickets: 570-253-5500 or www.wildflowermusic.org. JUL. 20–27 Conservation Camp Stony Acres Recreational Facility, Marshalls Creek. Activity-filled residential camp gives 30 students, ages 14 to this year’s high school graduate, the opportunity to work with experts from throughout the county & fellow campers to gain insight into our natural resources & their proper management. Designed to expose students to the fundamentals of conservation in meaningful, exciting & thought-provoking ways. Info: 570-629-3061 or www.mcconservation.org. JUL. 21 Bridge the Gap: Pond Paddle Sunday 10 a.m.–Noon. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Come for a free paddle on PEEC’s ponds. Beginners welcome — they will teach you everything you need to know. Dress appropriately; you may get wet. Call to reserve a canoe or kayak. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL. 21 Wilderness Walkabout Sunday 1–3 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Get out & explore PEEC. Join Paul Kovalski, aka Dr. Dinosaur, to hike one of the trails & discuss the natural history of the park. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL. 21 Uncorked: A Northern Poconos Wine & Spirits Festival 3–6 p.m. The Cooperage, Honesdale. Presented by The Cooperage Project & Lacawac Sanctuary. Featuring hand-selected wines & spirits from across the region & the finest local establishments in the area. Live entertainment, food available for pur-

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EVENTS chase. Proceeds benefit The Cooperage Project & Lacawac Sanctuary. This is a 21 & older event. Info: 570-253-2020 or thecooperageproject.org. JUL. 22 The New Paramounts 7:30–9 p.m. Central Park, Honesdale. Wayne County Creative Arts Council 52nd Summer Festival. Unmistakable harmonies of ’60s doo-wop fill the evening air. JUL. 25 Unique Pathways Program Series 5:30 p.m. Hawley Public Library, Hawley. Sifu Master Christopher Lee heads the NYC Shaolin Kung Fu school in Honesdale. He began his training over three decades ago. In January of 2005, he was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Hear the path taken by Sifu Lee & the numerous health benefits his practice provides. Free. Light refreshments served. Info: 570-226-4620. JUL. 25 Old Time Fiddlers 7:30–9 p.m. Central Park, Honesdale. Wayne County Creative Arts Council 52nd Summer Festival. Local fiddlers of all ages. Refreshments available. No alcohol allowed. Bring a blanket or chair. Main rain locations: Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, The Cooperage or Central United Methodist Church. No admittance fee. Info: Mitzi Kielar, 570-785-3674 or Facebook. JUL. 27 Bridge the Gap: River Paddle Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Join a paddle down the Delaware. Bring a lunch, water bottle & don’t forget to dress for the weather. Extra water & snacks provided. Choose between a canoe or kayak. Preregistration required & begins at 8:30 a.m. on Jul. 27. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org.

Rain or shine. No animals. Seating limited so you may bring lawn chairs. JUL. 27 Piano Men: The Music Of Elton And Billy 6–8 p.m. Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, White Mills. Joe Boucher, along with a four-piece band & string quartet, sings & plays piano in the manner of Sir Elton John & Billy Joel. Plan to sway in your seats & sing along with your favorites. Bring a chair & refreshments to this outdoor concert. Info & tickets: 570-253-5500 or www.wildflowermusic.org. JUL. 27 Farm to Table Dinner Saturday 6–8 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Features local produce perfect for the season. Bring friends & family to enjoy a cozy evening. Payment required at registration. Space limited. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. JUL. 27 A Contra Dance 7:15 p.m. The Cooperage Project, Honesdale. Live music by Cherry Orchard, with caller Laurie B. Beginners welcome, no experience necessary. Caller Laurie B. will do a beginner lesson starting at 7:15 p.m. Kids under 15 free. Info: 570-253-2020 or info@thecooperageproject.org. JUL. 28 Butterfly Walk Sunday 10 a.m.–Noon. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Join David Trently on a search through the fields & around the ponds for butterflies & dragonflies. Spaces fill up fast. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org.

JUL. 27 “Arts & Crafts Fair” 10 a.m.–4 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Fifteen vendors with handcrafted items in addition to over 65 local artists inside the gallery. Free admission. No food for sale. No animals permitted. Rain date Aug. 10. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com.

JUL. 28 Riverfest 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. Main St., Narrowsburg, NY. Overlooking the Delaware River, the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance’s annual street festival embodies the spirit of the river valley & highlights the artists & musicians who live & work there. Unique selection of artist booths, enticing food vendors, environmental information booths, Kid’s Korner, Dog Parade & more. Rain or shine. Info: 845-252-7576 or info@delawarevalleyartsalliance.org.

JUL. 27 At the Farm: Roger Harvey and the High Lifers 3–7 p.m. Second District Vineyard and Hops Farm, Milanville. From 3:30–4:30 p.m. Scotty Kurtain leads a tour of the hopyard & discusses all things hops (how they grow, challenges, etc.). Then Roger Harvey and the High Lifers entertain the crowd with live rockin’ country music from 5–7 p.m. Beer from Second District Brewing (Phila.) available for purchase. Do not BYOB. Food available for purchase. Family-friendly.

JUL. 29 Owen Walsh and Band 7:30–9 p.m. Central Park, Honesdale. Wayne County Creative Arts Council 52nd Summer Festival. Four local young instrumentalists & vocalists perform new tunes mixed with old favorites. Refreshments available. No alcohol allowed. Bring a blanket or chair. Main rain locations: Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, The Cooperage or Central United Methodist Church. No admittance fee. Info: Mitzi Kielar, 570-785-3674 or Facebook.

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