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CONNECT SEPTEMBER 2019
FEATURES
6 GREAT MUSIC, REMEMBRANCE & A HEARTWARMING CAUSE!
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Get ready to have a rocking and rolling great time at the third annual Fall Music Festival on Saturday, September 14 from 2-9pm at the beautiful outdoor music amphitheater courtesy of the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary.
STEAMPUNK HONESDALE The Greater Honesdale Partnership invites you to attend Steampunk Honesdale – A Celebration of Our Industrial Heritage on Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15, 2019.
10 HAWLEY HARVEST HOEDOWN
On Saturday, October 5th, families, friends and visitors will gather in the charming town of Hawley, PA, for the town’s longest running seasonal festival, The Hawley Harvest Hoedown.
12 ROD OF IRON FREEDOM FESTIVAL Patriots from around the country and region will be gathering to attend the largest ever “open carry” 2nd amendment festival in American history in Pike County, PA, October 12-13, 2019.
COLUMNS 2018’s Fall Music Festival at the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary Amphitheater.
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WORDS FROM THE TEAM
24 BOOK REVIEW
14 DISASTER BLASTER
26 POCONO SECRETS
16 LIVING GREEN
28 OUTDOOR RAMBLINGS
18 MRS. DOGOOD
30 PETS
20 PRISON REFLECTIONS
32 BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
22 SAVING
34 AREA EVENTS
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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.
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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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By all these lovely tokens September days are here, with summer’s best of weather and autumn’s best of cheer.
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ood Stuff is going on in September... Join CM at this year’s Fall Music Festival at Dorflinger. We’re bringing our chairs and hope to see you there. Check out all the details on the next page! Summer’s not over yet... lots to do! As summer winds down, the area gears up with some great fun-filled family events. Come celebrate the area’s industrial heritage at Steampunk Honesdale, kick it up at Hawley’s Harvest Hoedown festival, exercise your 2nd amendment rights at the Rod of Iron Freedom Festival, or take a buzz by the Honeybee Fest in Narrowsburg, NY. Plus, we’ve got great tips for dealing with mold in your home, saving money this fall, fixing your outdoor gear, and much more! Sit back, get comfy and enjoy all the Good Stuff this issue has to offer! CM Team 570.647.0085 cmag@ptd.net
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RELAX • EAT • SING • DANCE • MEET FRIENDS
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FALL MUSIC FESTIVAL Get ready to have a rocking and rolling great time at the third annual Fall Music Festival on Saturday, September 14 from 2-9 p.m. at the beautiful outdoor music amphitheater courtesy of the DorflingerSuydam Wildlife Sanctuary.
remind us of our loved ones. Also, songs can evoke happy times and help raise our spirits. "Songs linger forever in both our minds and our hearts, and the healing power of music is real," says Jamie Rutherford. To these friends the festival represents a way to move forward after times of great sorrow, focus on uplifting experiences with family and friends, and at the same time help to support others in Wayne County, a community their family members all loved and called home.
Proceeds The majestic pines will be swaying to the music, the birds will be happily singing --all of nature wild and free! A diverse musical lineup donating their time will include O & Co., Gram Baxtr, Ballard Spahr Galactica and Steppin' Eddy. Tasty food supplied by Dan Figura Concessions will include cheesesteaks, sausage & peppers, burgers, hot dogs, pierogies, tater tots, fries and fruit cups. Dan will also be donating all proceeds from his water & lemonade sales. So BYOB along with a lawn chair or blanket, relax, eat, sing, dance, meet new friends and know you're supporting a wonderful cause!
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All proceeds will go to scholarship funds that would have been meaningful to those family members gone too soon and include: The Robert F. Diehl Jr. Fund, Kate Frisch Carmody Fund, Kelley Lalley Fund, Jerry "Jake" Hopkins Fund, Jake Burkhardt Fund, Mike Chesna Fund, Brian Hunt-Rutherford Fund and Fall Music Festival Music Scholarship Fund.
Songs linger forever in both our minds & our hearts & the healing power of music is real.
This annual event came about when a group of friends in Wayne County, who all experienced the untimely death of loved ones, found a way to turn their deep pain and grief into something positive. While leaning on and supporting one another, their shared tragedy inspired them to create an event that would bring people together to honor and memorialize their beloved family members. These lifelong friends, Jamie Rutherford, Bob Carmody, Todd Stephens, Joe Gombita and Joe Adams realized the best healing therapy besides friendship is music. And with this camaraderie and wish to give back to the community, the annual Fall Music Festival was conceived. This original group has grown exponentially, and as more friends join together, a truly caring team effort has helped them to collectively share a common goal. That is to literally "grow the goodness"! The organizers all agree music is a way to connect with each other, has a profound impact on emotional well-being, can trigger memories that transport us back to special occasions and
Tickets Tickets to the festival are available from Stephens Pharmacy, Visible Changes, Mane Creations, ReMax Wayne and Jennz Cafe in Honesdale, The Dock at Silver Birches and I.G.A Supermarket in Hawley, the Crossroads in Waymart and Comprehensive Physical Therapy in Forest City. Ticket prices for the benefit concert are $20 pre-buy and $25 at the door the day of the event.
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Why not make a day of it? Between 9:30 and 11 a.m. nature lovers can participate in a walk on one of the sanctuary's many lovely and pristine walking trails in honor of "Kate's Wish" to help further research for lung cancer. After the walk, sit back and enjoy the music by Two Chicks, One Guitar from 12:301:30 p.m. The rain date for the Fall Music Festival is Sunday, Sept. 15, from 12-6 p.m. If it rains on the 15th, it will be moved to the Wayne County Fairgrounds, 4-H Auction Barn. The Dorflinger-Suydam amphitheater is located at 55 Suydam Drive in White Mills. Like The Fall Festival on our Facebook page!
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STEAMPUNK
A Celebration of Our Industrial Heritage
STEAMPUNK HONESDALE Saturday, September 14 & Sunday, September 15
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he Greater Honesdale Partnership invites you to attend Steampunk Honesdale – A Celebration of Our Industrial Heritage on Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15, 2019. Planned events for all ages, such as themed train excursions, speeders, costume parade, tea dueling competitions, phonofiddle, ring of fire demonstration, historical tours and music. Many vendors will be selling their wares along Main Street. Festivities will be from 10 AM - 5 PM Saturday and Sunday. Sponsors include: President Circle; Honesdale National Bank, Platinum; Dime Bank, Bronze, Honesdale Greenhouse, Supported by; Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau and Wayne County Tourism. The Stourbridge Line has a full schedule starting Friday, September 13 with Rails & Ales, Saturday, September 14, Big Sky TRAIN-IN Movie Theatre, Speeders & Ring of Fire. Tickets & more information can be found at www.thestourbridgeline.net. Stop at the station on Saturday, September 14, 9 AM - Noon to take a short trip in a restored speeder. These speeders or “motorcars” were used by railroads as track inspection vehicles. These little vehicles are almost like a go-cart that rides on rails. The Stourbridge Line also will be hosting a Ring of
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Fire demonstration, held at the Wayne County Visitors Center. The Ring of Fire is like changing a tire on a train but heated up to over 350 degrees. The kids will love it! Want to duel? Would you like to resolve any differences in a genteel manner? The gentle art of Tea Dueling is a sport for all ages. There will be two duels a day at Honesdale Greenhouse at 11 AM and 2 PM. Prizes awarded to duel winners. Arrive 30 minutes prior to participate. The martial brew and biscuits will be provided. Things to do downtown include Historical Society museum open Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. and Sunday Noon to 4 PM. The Old Stone Jail will open from 10 AM to 1 PM. Maybe you will bump into our very own Phono-fiddle player as he strolls the streets offering music from a time long ago. Second Saturday will be in full swing. Like their Facebook page and check out their interactive map for scheduled events. While Honesdale is an extremely accessible town, scooter rentals are available at Stephens Pharmacy/NE Med-Equip, call 570-2537700 for more information. Check out www.VisitHonesdalePa.com often for more updates and upcoming events.
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HARVEST HOEDOWN
Hawley’s longest running seasonal festival returns
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n Saturday, October 5th, families, friends and visitors will gather in the charming town of Hawley, PA, for the town’s longest running seasonal festival, The Hawley Harvest Hoedown. This event has something for everyone including cider tastings, brews, contests, demonstrations, family activities, crafts, day and night entertainment, fresh locally grown foods, and local business specials. A recent addition to the festivities is a fall crawl beer tour which will take place over the entire Hawley Harvest Hoedown weekend. Participants win a commemorative beer mug upon completion of the fall crawl. Fall Crawl Beer Tour cards will be available at participating bars and at the Wallenpaupack Visitor’s Center. This year also marks the third annual Hawley Hoedown bluegrass and folk concert at the Ritz Company Playhouse, produced by the Downtown Hawley Partnership. Headlining this year’s talent is Po’Ramblin’ Boys, from Nashville, TN, a knock your boots off, harddriving, traditional bluegrass band with national and international awards dripping from their ears. Also featured in this triple bill is Colebrook Road, whose regional prowess made it all the way up the national Bluegrass
Today’s top ten charts and The Dishonest Fiddlers, a local Americana-Roots band featuring clever songwriting by a few of the northeast’s finest caliber musicians . “Every year, we try to top what we did last year, and I have to say, I think we’re definitely doing it again this year,” says concert organizer, Jill Carletti. She continues, “I expect the whole day will be fantastic. Our charming Hawley, PA is a perfect place for a fall festival and a foot-stomping bluegrass-folk concert.” Many other Hawley Harvest Hoedown favorite activities will also be returning this year, including the petting zoo, fall craft vendors, and popular food vendors. For years, visitors and residents have enjoyed the beautifully decorated streets, the festive shop fronts, all against the backdrop of Hawley’s mountainous fall foliage. This not-to-be-missed event starts at 10:00 am on Saturday. For more information on the festival or to purchase concert tickets, please visit www.hawleyharvesthoedown.com. For help purchasing tickets to the concert, please call (570) 588-8077. The Downtown Hawley Partnership is comprised of area businesses, organizations and individuals working together to bring cohesiveness, aesthetics and structure to the grown and development of downtown Hawley.
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FREEDOM FESTIVAL
Celebrating America’s Freedom, Faith & Family
ROD OF IRON FREEDOM FESTIVAL P
atriots from around the country and region will be gathering to attend the largest ever “open carry” 2nd amendment festival in American history in Pike County, PA, October 12-13, 2019. The rally is expected to draw 3,000 participants to the Kahr Arms/Tommy Gun Warehouse property in Greeley, PA. “By celebrating the 2nd amendment, we recognize and cherish all of America’s freedoms.” says Justin Moon, CEO and founder of Kahr Arms Firearms Group. Sponsored by Kahr Arms and Rod of Iron Ministries, admission is free. By registering on line, attendees will automatically be entered in the Gold Tommy Gun Giveaway Raffle. Conservative pro-constitution patriot, Mark Keith Robinson, Benghazi Warrior John “Tig” Tiegen and Gun Owners of America Executive VP John Velleco, along with Navy Seal and founder of Vets 4 Child Rescue, Craig “Sawman” Sawyer will all be on hand as well Second Amendment Foundation founder Alan Gottlieb, and H. J. Sean Moon, founder of Rod of Iron Ministries. From 10 AM and to 8 PM, each day there will be 2 gun auctions (4 in all), plus
mixed martial arts/BJJ demonstration and shooting skills contests featuring highend, specialty guns such as the infamous “Tommy Gun,” produced by Kahr Arms. Ninja training, educational seminars, an art show with entries from all over the world highlighting “the God-given right to bear arms” and a concealed carry fashion show along with many other fun activities will offer plenty to keep all ages entertained. There will be over 30 vendor booths and a unique selection of food offerings. Live music will be provided by “Madison Rising.” ROI Freedom Awards will be presented to those who have been leaders in promoting the Right to Bear Arms on a national, state and local level. There will also be a book signing event by HJ Sean Moon for his new book, “Our Father Forsaken: The Abandonment of the Old and New Testament.” Dr. Paul Williams writes: “Bold and forceful in its condemnation of contemporary religion, “Our Father Forsaken” is a meticulous work of scholarship that may cause “progressive” scholars to lose control of their sphincter muscles, but it demands the attention of all Jews and Christians who seek the unadulterated truth.” For more details: www.rodofironfreedomfestival.org
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TIPS FOR YOUR HOME
MOLD What happens if it’s not properly remediated? Provided by Disaster Blaster
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When you discover a mold issue in your home, there are a lot of things that go through your mind. How serious is it? How do you get rid of it? How likely is it to come back?
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How likely is it to come back?
And these are all great questions that we’re going to try to answer! How serious is it? Often the severity of a mold issue can be difficult to judge. This is because, while you may see some on your wall or base molding, it’s far worse inside wall or ceiling cavities where you can’t see! Determining the severity of a mold issue requires expertise and an understanding of both moisture and mold growth. This is why, during our inspection, we spend so much time attempting to trace where the moisture likely came from and what building materials are likely affected. Only after understanding what is occurring are we able to put together a plan to properly address the mold issue.
How do you get rid of it? Mold remediation is a labor-intensive process that includes detailed cleaning, access to contaminated cavities and other inaccessible areas, and the filtering of mold spores out of the air. The goal is to remove as much of the mold growth and mold spores as possible through an extremely diligent process. Some less reputable contractors may attempt to sell you on “too good to be true” processes such as spray treatments that will “kill” or “eliminate” the mold or “tearout-free” projects that claim to be able to remove mold without accessing the areas it’s growing in. As wonderful and convenient as these projects sound, these contractors are merely taking advantage of the desire many homeowners have to find a quick or easy solution.
Mold spores exist everywhere and need only the right conditions to begin to propagate and spread. This means that, should the moisture issue not be resolved, or future moisture issues develop, mold growth will be able to return. This is why a qualified mold remediation firm will attempt to determine the underlying cause of the moisture issue and make recommendations to either rectify or manage it. In addition, if the mold remediation services were not completed properly, such as in cases where a spray treatment is applied, mold will be able to return quickly. In the circumstances where mold remediation is performed improperly by unqualified contractors, you may see mold return in as little as a few days! This is why it is so important to hire remediation firms that specialize in mold remediation and who have the background and expertise to do the job right. We hope that answers some of your questions about mold. If you have any questions that we did not address here, please don’t hesitate to contact our offices, we’re happy to help!
About Disaster Blaster Disaster Blaster is an indoor environmental firm serving the Northeastern PA Area. We have been providing our local area with unparalleled mold remediation, water damage mitigation, radon mitigation, asbestos abatement, and fire / smoke restoration services for decades, and are proud to have been 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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Keeping Your Water
CLEAN
High Quality & Exceptional Value Streams By Rachel Posavetz
Since the Clean Water Act of 1972, states have developed their own water quality standards, such as special protection designations for qualifying surface waters (streams and lakes). The purpose is to protect, by law, human and ecological uses such as water supply, recreation, and aquatic habitat. To provide sufficient protection to Pennsylvania’s highest quality waters, the special protection designations of “High Quality” and “Exceptional Value” were established. These designations fall under PA Chapter 93 water quality standards. High Quality (HQ) and Exceptional Value (EV) designations are reserved for the cleanest waters in all of Pennsylvania, which are considered important natural resources to be properly protected and maintained. Most impressively, all the surface waters in Pike and Wayne counties, excluding the Delaware River, are designated as either HQ or EV.
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Tourism and outdoor recreation, largely drawn by our area’s clean lakes and fishing streams, are significant sources of economic value. For example, the Pocono Mountains region draws $3.3 billion annually in tourism revenue, according to the Pocono Mountains Visitors’ Bureau.
How Do Surface Waters Qualify as High Quality or Exceptional Value? High Quality (HQ) waters must meet specific chemistry or biological conditions, if not both. The chemistry standards must include at least one year of water quality data meeting scientific criteria established within Chapter 93 of the PA Code, measuring specific parameters such as dissolved oxygen, temperature and pH (acidity & alkalinity) among others. For biological conditions to be met, a highquality aquatic community must be supported in that water body. As determined by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) assessment protocols, the benthic macroinvertebrate (aquatic insects, shellfish, etc.) community must receive a health rating of at least 83%. Lastly, “Class A wild trout streams” as designated by PA Fish and Boat Commission (PAFBC), will qualify a surface water as HQ. Exceptional Value (EV) waters are those that
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will firstly meet HQ standards, and one of several other factors that qualify the surface water for additional protection. These other qualifying conditions include: • the surface water being located in a refuge or protection area or a state or federal special designation area • the surface water being designated as a PAFBC “wilderness trout stream,” or designated as “exceptional recreational significance” • if the surface water scores 92% or higher on the EPA bioassessment protocol for benthic macroinvertebrate community (aquatic insects, shellfish, etc.) A surface water designated as having an “exceptional ecological significance” is considered EV without requiring any other standards to be met.
So What Does this Mean? To ensure protection of HQ and EV surface waters, the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) requires specific authorization for certain types of disturbance activities in or near these areas. Conservation districts are local clearinghouses for information and technical assistance related to projects in or around HQ and EV waterways. Contact your district for more information before starting your project. Additional Facts & Benefits: • HQ and EV designations do not impact activities existing prior to the designations being placed; they have been grandfathered. • Municipal governments are not liable for cleaning up streams nor required to change local ordinances. • Many common activities are not impacted, such as most road maintenance projects, most farm practices, and on-lot sewage systems. • HQ and EV designations can improve your
local area via increasing the chance of receiving funding for upgraded wastewater treatment facilities and increasing your funding amount through PA Dirt, Gravel, and Low Volume Road Maintenance Program grants. • EV designation prevents radioactive and hazardous waste disposal facilities from being located in your watershed. Pike County Conservation District 570-226-8220 • PikeConservation.org Wayne Conservation District 570-253-0930 • WayneConservation.org Sources: https://www.pacode.com/secure/data/025/chapter93/ch ap93toc.html https://www.lccd.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ spd_effects.pdf https://www.dep.pa.gov/Business/Water/CleanWater/W aterQuality/StreamRedesignations/Pages/StatewideExisting-Use-Classifications.aspx https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/up load/v1/clients/poconos/Pocono_Mountains_Tourism_F ast_Facts_2019_51a3da78-9649-4988-a45f1d1bce3ddf8c.pdf
Rachel Posavetz is the Watershed Specialist at Pike County Conservation District, and a Senior Fellow in the Environmental Leadership Program, Delaware River Watershed Network. Her Environmental Science experience includes both field work and community outreach. She is a graduate of Michigan State University with a B.S. degree in Zoology, focusing on Aquatic Ecology and Natural Resource Management. Rachel’s areas of expertise include aquatic entomology, environmental education & stewardship, stakeholder relations, and resource management planning. “Environmental conservation is my life’s purpose,” says Rachel. “My passion is connecting people with the natural world to promote support for conservation efforts.”
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MRS. DOGOOD
THREE DONKEYS Dear Editor, I am always looking for inspiration. As the senior pastor of The First Church of God’s Love in the farming hamlet of Halo, PA I deliver a sermon every Sunday. It is not always easy. So I am constantly looking to my family, my congregation, my community, and even my landscape to provide material for my moral discourse. There are several routes I can take to town to do my shopping. They all careen through the beautiful bucolic vistas of rolling hills, lakes and farms. I see many kinds of animals. We have milk and beef cattle, sheep and horse farms, and some farms have a handful of all kinds of animals. For the past few months as I drive past Betsy’s one hundred acre sheep farm, I usually see three donkeys standing by the cattle gate which opens to and is about three feet from the road. They stand there looking out to the road and to the pasture across from their farm. They clearly want to leave. I wonder what is motivating them. I think to myself they must be thinking that their donkey lives would be better on the farm on the other side of the road. They feel trapped and want to escape from their current situation. Then I began to wonder; how many of us feel trapped and are trying to escape to another place? Recently my husband Willie and I went to the River Creek Inn for dinner. We rarely go out to dinner, but this was a very special treat. We were celebrating because Willie, a Ph.D. in music from Bellingshire University in England, had just received a grant to write a liturgical sonata for organ. He will premier it at an upcoming convocation of ministers. We are always looking for an occasion to go to the inn because we love their wonderful wild-caught grilled salmon with a dill sauce. While we were there we saw Gemma Freidlich sitting at the bar. Or in truth it was an incarnation of Gemma. Let me begin at the beginning. Gemma is a middle-aged divorced woman who lives alone. She raises and sells organic chickens. When one goes to her farm to buy
poultry, she always looks pulled together. Her silver-grey hair is always neat and usually pulled back. She wears no make-up. You can usually find her wearing a man’s white shirt with the sleeves rolled up. All in all she looks professional and very competent. One always notices her striking blue eyes. But then there is the Gemma we now see sitting at the bar. She has very long and curly red hair; it’s obviously a wig. She wears red lipstick in such a way that her upper lip is shaped like a heart. The lipstick is shiny and sensuous. Her eye makeup glitters in tones of blue, lava and black. Her wrap around dress is droopy and revealing. The slit up the side of the dress calls your attention to her leg. She said, “I’ll take another Pink Lady” as she pushed her empty glass toward the bartender. She then picked up the maraschino cherry from her drink that she had placed on a napkin and placed in her mouth. Not to eat but to play with. She held onto its stem. I saw that Willie was watching her. As was I. Later that evening I sat quietly in my parlor while the rest of the household slept. I thought about Gemma. I wondered if she was also trying to escape. Like the donkeys. But Gemma was using a disguise to get to the other side of the road. Perhap she wanted to leave her organic chickens and create a new life. The donkeys can move to a new location but will they change? Gemma can wear a disguise, but won’t she be the same person underneath the mask? Can we change? All these questions are still puzzling to me, but I will give it more thought as I prepare for my Sunday sermon. 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
“Running on Empty” By Terry Mooney
Part II
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s quick to laugh as she is to cry, this funny, thoughtful and deep woman, a single mother of a nine year old daughter, tells a story of a mother’s abandonment, a father’s emotional neglect and a lifelong struggle to stay ahead of addiction, running on empty while trying to be the mother she never really had.
My Story I did have to change schools as a result of taking the pills. The way it worked was that I would take the bus to my old school with my old classmates, then while they went into the building, I would get the next bus to the reform school. I really felt humiliated. It was a behavioral school that had a lot of kids from the city who were from bad neighborhoods and gangs. So I began to veer off into more rebellion and had a lot of people to do it with. My father began to see me changing in a bad way and got me into a better school. Life improved for me then. I graduated and took acting classes in community college. I loved it. Dating a guy from my neighborhood, I found out one day that I was pregnant at nineteen. Then my mother became sick with cancer. She fought so much to have a life. I never blamed her for anything. I always loved her and understood that she had her own problems. I didn’t think she deserved to be sick. I certainly didn’t think she deserved to die. I knew she would be a good grandma, and now she would never meet her granddaughter. Being pregnant, I had to stay strong because they say the baby can feel your emotions. But once she was born, I started to fall apart, having nightmares about my mom. One day, someone gave me a Percocet, and it just took all my cares away. That’s when I got hooked. Eventually, I stopped working at both jobs and started stealing in order to not be sick. I was arrested and brought to the Pike County Correctional Facility after violating my parole twice from failed drug tests. I realized I had to figure out how to pull my life out of the ditch and began requesting information on rehabs from the housing unit treatment counselor. One day, two women came from the Walter Hoving Home in Garrison, New York to talk to the females about their beautiful facility and their faithbased program. They told about how they found hope and how their lives were forever changed. I remember thinking how when I was young that it made me feel bad when my mother chose things over us like alcohol and other men. I didn’t want my daughter to lose out because of me. I spent fifteen months there. I felt nurtured when the counselor picked me up from the jail, immediately gave me a hug and a travel size Bath and Body Works hygiene kit, Japanese Cherry Blossom scent. I loved it and kept the bag it came in! When we arrived, they had a welcome sign with my name, offered me a beverage and brought me to a boutique called Blessings where I chose some beautiful clothes to wear donated by people in this upscale community. We made things to sell like jewelry and hand bags from repurposed material like used curtains and denim jackets. We went and fed the homeless in Patterson and Harlem in wintertime, singing Christmas carols to them where they lived under the bridge. The soldiers at West Point came over and built us a gym and cleaned up the grounds. I learned that a good life is about people helping each other and easing each other’s pain, that service to others is the way to peace and fulfillment.
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hat is it about fall that makes it one of the most loved seasons of the year? The summer heat starts to disappear, the trees change colors, and suddenly there are more excuses than ever to be outside. Maybe you have vivid memories of leaping into a pile of red and yellow leaves, roasting marshmallows over a crackling fire, or playing football in the backyard. All those activities sound like fun— and did you notice what they have in common? They cost little to no money! But they’re still entertaining while creating wonderful memories for your family to look back on for years to come. So never fear, budget-conscious families—you can enjoy this beautiful time of year without breaking the bank! To help you think about your upcoming fall activities and prepare for any expenses, we asked Dave’s Facebook fans how they enjoy the season on a budget. Here’s what they had to say.
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ure hunt for his 2-year-old daughter. “One week I took a map from our park, printed it on ivory paper so it looked old, and put a treasure map on it.” When Paul and his daughter arrived at the X, they found the planted treasure—some stickers and a small toy. “It was a great time,” Paul said. “And it cost about $4.” Dustin P. and his children may not be digging for buried treasure, but the hunt is still on: “My kids love exploring the local creeks. We find frogs, turtles and tadpoles. . . Free and good, clean (sometimes muddy) fun!” As long as you’re outside, you might consider heading to a corn maze or an orchard if one is nearby. Brenda F.’s family loves “hayrides, pumpkin carving/painting and homemade treats.” And if hayrides aren’t your thing, Sarah K. may have the most unique idea for creating memories—and it involves the hiking trail. “We go hiking, collect rocks, and bring them home to paint.” Sarah said. “Then we put the rocks in the garden to remind us of the fun we had.” Fall just isn’t fall without roasting marshmallows, cooking hot dogs, and telling scary stories. These are some of Cate L.’s favorite frugal pastimes. “My grandkids love it,” she said. You can also schedule your family photos to get a head start on Christmas
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cards, take a leisurely drive to admire the changing leaves, or spend an afternoon flying kites in the local park.
Garden Fresh If you’ve ever grown a garden, you know it’s hard work. But that effort is worth it at harvest time. Rich G. and his family bring their fruits and veggies indoors this time of year and have a special kind of party: “We like to pick our garden veggies and have a canning party. We can salsa, applesauce and pickling peppers. It’s all family weekend fun, not to mention the awesome family dinner consisting of fresh fruits and veggies that night.”
Happy Campers Camping is one of those timeless activities that just about any family can enjoy for almost no cost. Steph M. is certainly a fan of it. “Fall camping with crisp air is the best, and there is nothing better than getting in touch with nature,” she said. “I love cooking on the open fire and spending quality time together.” Other suggestions included scouting your local newspaper to find out about free fall activities, having picnics in the park, and attending local fall festivals.
Seasonal activities like these are a great way for families to make memories together without spending a lot of money. As you start to think about how you can entertain your little ones this fall, don’t hesitate to think outside the box! It can save you hassle, stress and money—which is a win-win for everybody! No matter how your family enjoys the fall season, make sure you’re budgeting for your expenses. If you need an easy way to keep track of your cash, our envelope systems will help you enjoy each season without overspending! © Lampo Licensing, LLC. All rights reserved.
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Book Review GETTING TOGETHER WITH YOUR FAMILY THIS SUMMER WAS SO MUCH FUN!
When Sunday morning rolled around, Lil Alan’s hands were still empty and so was his heart. At church, he heard more family stories as everyone worshipped together, but he was sad he still hadn’t come You saw your cousins and grandparup with something to share. Back at ents, friends and kin, and your aunts and Granny’s house, he thought about what he uncles were there, too. You ate foods you was going to offer at the celebration as he love, played games to win, and you heard looked at a wall full of old pictures of stories your family likes to tell. But what grandparents and great-grandparents. He did you bring to the family picnic? In thought of his family’s land and the people “Going Down Home with Daddy” by Kelly who cared for it. He Starling Lyons, remembered stories illustrated by Daniel of folks before them. Minter, that’s a And then he question one boy knew. Lil Alan did struggles with. have something to As Sis slept in share. the back of the car It was right in next to him, Lil front of him all Alan worried and along… worried. Much like a They were on lazy summer aftertheir way to noon, “Going Down Granny’s house on Home with Daddy” the family farm, unwinds at a going to Daddy’s leisurely pace, covside of the annual ering a mere weekfamily get-together, end but starting and everybody’d with a restless car have something to ride. share for this year’s Since your celebration. Sis child was surely would sing a song looking forward to for Granny. One of this summer’s famiLil Alan’s cousins ly reunion, that may had made a scrapseem like an odd book. Another boy By Kelly Starling Lyons place to begin, but was reading a story Illustrated by Dan Minter this book isn’t just aloud. Reviewed by Terri Schlichenmeyer about a reunion: Everyone had author Kelly Starsomething, but Lil ling Lyons and illustrator Daniel Minter Alan’s hands were empty. wrap the event around a warm family tale Still, he had time to think. that feels like being snuggled in a soft blanWhen they got there, all the adults ket. Even the youngest kids will understand were laughing and slapping backs and givLil Alan’s struggle for meaning, the comfort ing out hugs; the women had been cooking of knowing you’re loved, the goodness of for days and everything smelled delicious being surrounded by family, and the for the feast. Daddy fired up the tractor and strength of knowing where you came from. took Lil Alan and his cousins out for a ride Whether your family is next door or on the farm that had been in the family for a half a world away, this book is great for the long, long time. Daddy’s Pa had been proud 4-to-7-year-old who loves them. Isn’t it time, of the land and its crops, and so was Daddy, then, to put that kid and “Going Down and Lil Alan, too. Home with Daddy” together?
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Honeybee Fest
What’s All the
BUZZZZ? By LA Guzda
There is only one queen bee to every hive. If the Upper Delaware region was its own hive, then Joan Santos is our queen bee.
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first met Joan about sixteen years ago while working out at the Woodloch Spring Sports Complex. She is funny, beautiful and smart. As is her husband, Ron Santos. Joan is a retired NYC schoolteacher and Ron is a retired lieutenant of the NYPD. Originally from Brooklyn, they purchased a home in Woodloch Springs thirty years ago, making the full time move in 2007. As they raised their children, Joan volunteered for a variety of local organizations including the Wayne Memorial’s Other Shop in Hawley. With the kids grown, it was in 2011 that the two decided to start a business. They love wine. When their friends in Narrowsburg decided to sell their store, Joan and Ron knew it was the right thing for them. And, because they also loved food, opening Narrows-
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burg Proper was the next step for them. So many people requesting items from the old neighborhood is what makes Narrowsburg Proper so unique – the not-so-general, general store features the best of mom and pop shops from Brooklyn. Joan talks to everyone. She is inquisitive and she is very creative. She is always thinking. She is very passionate about many things. One of those things was the collapsing bee colonies. Together with Charles Wilken and T. Martin Higgins of Two Queens Honey, they decided to create an event to heighten awareness of the depletion of honeybees and other pollinators. So, in 2014, the Honeybee Fest was born! The FREE EVENT offers educational demonstrations and a plethora of honey and bee related products; and features the WAHS marching band. The event was acknowledged by the White House in its inaugural year with a letter from Barack Obama which is proud-
ly on display in Narrowsburg Proper. This year, a new addition is the beautiful mural on the Wayne Bank. THE GOOD OF THE HIVE is an initiative by Matthew Willey to paint fifty thousand bees – the same number needed for a healthy hive. You can follow his progress around the country on Instagram @TheGoodOfTheHive This year’s fifth annual Bee Fest will take place on Saturday, September 28th, 11a – 5p. You’ll enjoy classes, crafts, gardens, beekeeping, honey, food, costumes, gifts and so much more. Don’t miss this great event. Visit www.BeeFestival.org for details. There’s nothing sweeter than a queen bee dedicated to enriching our community through education, food and laughter. Thank you, Joan. (and Two Queens Honey). Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PoconoSecrets Visit www.LAGuzda.com or www.PoconoSecrets.com for past articles.
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Outdoor Ramblings
On The Go
Gear Fixers By Bill Deaton | williamjdeaton@yahoo.com
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ou’re rambling down the trail, having a swell time, taking in all nature has to offer, and then suddenly, something happens! Maybe your pack strap gave out, or maybe your boot lace snapped, or maybe you bent your trekking pole in an now awkward angle. Face the fact; gear fails! But keeping just a small amount of stuff on hand and knowing how to use it can get you back on your way in a jiffy.
• Duct Tape: Never leave home without it! Some brands work better than others, but all will essentially do the job. I keep mine wrapped around the bottom of my water bottle. There’s also a stash of some around my kayak paddle and one of my ski poles. Simply unwind it from the roll, re-roll tightly around your bottle, pole, or paddle and it’s handy for when you need it. • Bailing Wire: Any metal wire that can be bent or shaped will suffice. If something needs to be splinted, like a broken hiking pole or a pack frame, wire it up first and then duct tape it. • Sewing Kit: It doesn’t have to be fancy. Some nylon thread and a couple of needles. • 3”x3” piece of bendable aluminum: Can also serve as a splint like bailing wire but on bendable things like a fiberglass tent pole or a fishing pole. • Cord Locks: If you have something with drawstring, chances are it has a spring-loaded cord lock. They get lost and broken. Buy a few extras. • Single use tube(s) of cyanoacrylate adhesive: That’s a non-trademarked name for glue that’s super or krazy. Just be careful what you use it on. It can melt certain polymers popularly used in outdoor equipment. • Parachute cord: If it can fix the Hubble space telescope, it can replace your broken boot lace, be used to lash together a busted paddle, serve as an improvised hobble or halter for horses, act as a substitute for an engine pull start rope, and be used to snake out the crud in your hydration pack hose…just to name a few! • Eyeglass repair kit: Even if you don’t wear glasses, chances are someone in your party does, so be prepared to help a bespectacled friend in need.
There are other things that aren’t standard but might come in handy if you use certain gear or are planning a longer trip. A patch to fix waterproof material, square netting to mend a tent screen, clevis pins and rings if you have an external frame backpack, or plastic pack strap buckles. Ultimately, these are things you hope you never need in the field, but sometimes having just a small amount of items on hand to jury rig a solution can make or break your adventure. www.connections-magazine.com
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Pets
Euthanasia of a Beloved Pet Part II
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uthanasia is one of the most difficult decisions anyone can ever make for a pet who is a beloved companion. Although the decision is demanded by humanitarian obligation, it is always traumatic for the person who must finally make it. It is perhaps the ultimate heartbreak we must be willing to endure for our adored companion animal. Aside from being the right thing to do, euthanasia can be a psychological nightmare of confusion, guilt, and even final responsibility. The more you educate yourself about euthanasia — ahead of time — the less likely you will be to question the decision or procedure, afterward. This can help prevent those feelings of wishing you had done some things differently, and it may relieve some of the guilt that inevitably follows. Making the decision to euthanize your pet can involve conflicting emotions. The following information is to help you understand what will take place during the euthanasia process and how your pet’s body may react. We have included some additional advice that could be useful afterward.
The Euthanasia Process The euthanasia process itself should be as quick and peaceful for your pet as possible. Ideally, this is a two-step procedure. First, a sedative should be administered, relaxing
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the pet, and literally putting it to sleep. Then, an IV should be established, and flushed with saline solution, to make certain that it is inserted properly in the vein. Based on our years of experience with many thousands of traumatic cases, we very strongly recommend that the sedative be administered first, so he/she won’t have to be frightened by or feel the IV. It is understood that in exceptional cases alternate special means may be needed. Discuss this well in advance with your vet, and insist on it! If he/she still refuses to do this (and that is uncommon), we advise going to another practitioner. It is best to avoid taking any chances, however remote, in the precious last moments of your pet’s life. When the veterinarian is ready to begin the procedure, an assistant will usually be asked to help hold your pet. Once the euthanasia solution is given, the animal’s muscles will relax and the heart will stop beating. It is a very fast-acting medicine. Most owners are surprised at how quickly death comes – in seconds. Some pet owners initially think they will be more comfortable if they do not observe their pet’s final moments, and would rather be in the waiting room (or elsewhere) during the procedure. But bear in mind that those who opt for not being present often later feel a terrible sense of guilt about this. If possible, discuss with your veterinarian or his or her office staff before the appointment is made how euthanasia is performed at that particular office. Your pet’s health,
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temperament, and your preferences should each be considered when making this decision. For very small, young or old, or exotic animals, there may be some differences from the procedure just described. Be sure that you are comfortable with the procedure that you and your veterinarian choose. Again, you may need to find another veterinarian to do the procedure the way you prefer.
Saying Goodbye Before these final moments, you will have to consider how you would like to say goodbye. You may be present for the process and decide to do this before your pet enters the room, or just prior to the procedure. Some feel they have to say goodbye in the room before then, and leave. If you decide to return afterward, ask your veterinarian to close your pet’s eyelids, before then. As emotionally traumatic as it is, most pet owners feel they need to be present the entire time, hold their pet, and say their farewells during the euthanasia procedure. Most people spend private time with their pets before, as well as after. Each veterinarian has his own policies and procedures: however, and you always should discuss these beforehand. Be fully informed and in charge, despite your terrible emotional strain. Unfortunately, a few veterinarians are closed-minded and insistent on doing things their own way, despite what anyone else may think or want. This is rare, but you may find it necessary to opt for a different veterinarian and procedure. You want to avoid having any possible misgivings later. Despite the great tensions at this time, we suggest that you do not let anyone insist on anything that you do not want. Most veterinarians will keep the body until a prearranged pickup service retrieves it for burial or cremation. Generally, it is good to make all arrangements with the cremation or burial service long before that final day, so that the last moments with your pet are as non-stressful as possible. Also your decision-making abilities will be better at that time. If it is possible, arrange for someone to be with you.
Tank & Tugger A bonded pair, both 4 years old and are very sweet and playful. They would prefer a home with older children (Teens +) and they are both good with cats. Their adoption fee is $175 each.
Look for Part III next month.
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BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
When Mind & Body Are NOT
In Sync By Arthur Middleton, M.D., FAPA
Be careful of your thoughts; they may become words at any moment. ~ Iara Gassen
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he Oxford Dictionary defines the brain as an organ of soft nervous tissue contained in the skull of vertebrates, functioning as the coordinating center of sensation and intellectual and nervous activity. While we all recognize the complexity of this organ, typically we associate with the mind as an existential component of the brain allowing us to be aware of who we are and unique in how we function. When there are neuro-psychiatric experiences that result in disturbances of behavior, we immediately turn to the brain and its complex biological mechanisms in the hope of finding an explanation. There are many psychiatric disorders that are well known, defined, and widely experienced, such as Generalized Anxiety and Depression. Each of these disorders will have physical components, such as shaking or trembling, for some who experience anxiety. A panic disorder is associated with a myriad of physical symptoms: pounding heartbeat, sweating, trembling, or shaking as an example. The physical components of depression are more subtle; lethargy and inability to concentrate are among the symptoms. Patients who experience conversion disorders such as hysterical blindness or paralysis have “functional disorders,” indicating that while the symptoms are physical the cause is psychological. As a result, there will be no abnormal findings in the brain. With the understanding that an absence of neuro-pathology in a psychiatric disorder would be classified as “functional,” it may come as a surprise that schizophrenia was initially classified as a functional disorder. However, over the years, following extensive research, there has
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been a general consensus with respect to the biology of this disorder involving neurotransmitter (nerve) pathways that are defective. It is for this reason that specific medications (antipsychotic medications such as Risperdal or risperidone and Zyprexa or olanzapine) are effective in the treatment of schizophrenia. These drugs have the ability to treat the defective nerve pathways resulting in improvement for many patients. Mental disorders are typically seen as a function of the “biopsychosocial” model of disease. While there can be environmental and social issues in a disease, there are also biological components that recognize that abnormalities of brain circuitry can be a significant factor, not only in the cause, but also in the understanding and treatment of many mental disorders. Tourette’s Disorder, named after Georges Gilles de laTourette (1857-1904), a French physician, who identified this disorder in nine patients in 1884, is a neuro-psychiatric disorder, developing in childhood, which is characterized by tics, which are briefly experienced involuntary rapid motor movements which include vocal tics; throat-clearing, snorting, grunting, barking, and motor tics such as eye-blinking, grimacing, or head shaking. Complex vocal tics are characterized by corprolalia, which is the use of obscene words or similar phrases. This condition can also include palilalia in which the individual with this disorder repeats his or her words, and echolalia in which the individual repeats words of others. This disorder has a prevalence which is estimated to affect from 3 to 8 per 1,000 children of school age. It is further noted that males are affected 2 to 4 times
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more than females. Statistically this disorder drops to 0.3 percent prevalence after the age of 13, and it is estimated that the lifetime prevalence of Tourette’s disorder is approximately one per cent. While it has been demonstrated that Tourette’s Syndrome is a disorder of the nervous system, it occurs with three other psychiatric disorders with a high frequency. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder occurs in 20 to 40 percent of patients with Tourette’s Syndrome. This disorder is also associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD and Anxiety. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM 5) sets specific criteria to meet the diagnosis of Tourette’s Syndrome. There must be a presence of multiple motor tics and at least one vocal tic. The tics must persist for more than one year. Further, the onset of the tics must occur before the age of 18. There are no specific laboratory findings to make a definitive diagnosis of Tourette’s Syndrome nor are there any specific findings in either Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT SCAN) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). A differential diagnosis, considering other medical conditions that would ordinarily be considered would include Parkinson’s Disease, Huntington’s Disease, and Sydenham’s Chorea. There is a great deal of research that has taken place to understand the etiology or cause of this disorder. The cause of the tics is understood to be a result of a disturbance in the regulation of the neurotransmitter dopamine. The area of the brain has been identified as the basal ganglia. Pharmacologic treatment includes atypical antipsychotic agents such as Risperidone or Risperdal. Older drugs such as Haldol or haloperidol and Orap or pimozide are effective FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved medications that have been used for many years. Apart from medications, there are also behavioral therapies which have been proven effective. One such therapy or approach to dealing with tics is called Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for TICs or CBIT. This involves “habit-reversal training” and “exposure and response prevention.” These approaches incorporate behavior training to control the expression of tics. As it turns out, many individuals with motor tics find ways of decreasing the intensity of motor tics making them less noticeable to others. With the understanding that this disorder was identified in 1884, it stands to reason that there are well known figures in history who may have confronted the behaviors; vocal and motor tics,
without the benefit of current treatments. While Tourette’s Syndrome continues to be a rare disorder, chances are that many of us have interacted with individuals who have this condition without realizing it. In a New York Times article titled: The Voice of Tourette’s Syndrome by Tara Parker-Pope (February 10, 2010), the author highlights the experiences of several individuals with Tourette’s Syndrome who are part of a visual/audio presentation produced by Karen Barrow. The reader can both see and hear individuals with Tourette’s Syndrome, who also describe the impact of this disorder on their lives. In summary, Tourette’s Syndrome is a neuropsychiatric disorder affecting boys 2 to 4 times more often than girls. It is characterized by motor tics and vocal tics. Motor tics include facial grimacing, shoulder shrugging, and eye blinking, as examples. Vocal tics include coughing, throat clearing, grunting, and barking. Complex vocal tics include corprolalia, which is the use of obscene words, and echolalia, which is repeating the words of others. These behaviors are involuntary, occurring without the intent of the individual. This is a rare disorder with a lifetime prevalence of one percent. Treatment is available, both pharmacologic and behavioral. While this can be a chronic disorder, many individuals with this disorder experience improvement when reaching adulthood. The following references are provided for the informed consumer: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention: Tourette Syndrome (TS): Treatment http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/tourette/ treatments.html Tourette Association of America: Getting Older With Tourette Syndrome http://www.tsa-usa.org/aPeople/LivingWithTS/ GettingOlderWithTS.html MedlinePlus-U.S. National Library of Medicine / National Institutes of Health: Tourette Syndrome http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tourettesyndrome.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 SEPT ’19 THE AREA’S GOOD STUFF
C O N N E C T E D
WEDNESDAYS
Ongoing Events Art-a-Pelago D.J. Harvey Agency and The Bodhi Tree Art School & Studio, Honesdale. One art gallery in two locations (Paros-Anafi). Info: waynecountyartsalliance.org.
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.
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Public Art Displays Nature’s Grace, Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale & Pocono Lake Region Chamber of Commerce, Hawley. Wayne County Arts Alliance artists display their work.
Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance 10 a.m.–Noon. Newfoundland Library, Newfoundland. Serves as an intermediary to identify, create & provide educational opportunities. They can help you apply for jobs or refine your resume. No appointment necessary. Free. Info: 570-676-4518.
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Public Art Display REMAX Wayne, Honesdale. Art displays of local artists all year long. Info: 570-253-9566. 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. TUESDAYS
Bingo American Legion Post 311, Hawley. Doors open 10:30 a.m., games begin at Noon. Info: legionpost311@gmail.com. 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. 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.
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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. THURSDAYS
Live Music 6–9 p.m. Kol Steakhouse, Hotel Anthracite, Carbondale. Info: 570-536-6020. 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. 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. FRIDAYS
Live Music 8 p.m.–Midnight. The Dock on Wallenpaupack, Hawley. Great drink specials, deli-
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Live Music at Tannery Room 8–11 p.m. Glass-wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Hotel, Hawley. Info: 570-226-1337 or ledgeshotel.com. 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.
mixed media. The show features countless, stunning one-of-a-kind wonders for show & sale. Info: 570-409-1234 or www.arterygallerymilford.com. THROUGH SEPT. 14
Frosty Myers: “Spaced Out at Home” Alliance Gallery, Narrowsburg, NY. Exhibition featuring 50 years of work by Forrest “Frosty” Myers. Also features Myers’ classic piece “Couch Potato Couch,” that blurs lines between furniture & sculpture, which was done so attendees can get comfortable and watch the video. Info: 845-252-7576.
SUNDAYS LIVE MUSIC 3–6 p.m. The Deck at The Dock on Wallenpaupack, Hawley. Great drink specials, delicious food & live music. Info: 570-226-2124 or silverbirchesresortpa.com. SATURDAYS
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FREE Tastings and Demos Noon–2 p.m. Mill Market, in the Hawley Silk Mill, Hawley. Info: 570-390-4440.
G.H. Hovagimyan: “At Home In Space” Loft Gallery, Narrowsburg, NY. A new exhibition of Hovagimyan’s work using Augmented Reality. Various home objects such as a rug, table cloth & paintings are markers used to trigger augmentations. Viewers see these through stereo goggles or iPads. Info: 845-252-7576.
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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 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. Great drink specials, delicious food & live music. Info: 570-226-2124 or silverbirchesresortpa.com. THROUGH SEPT. 9
Fire and Water ARTery Gallery, Milford. Celebrating the art of mother nature, Hadley’s Earth Crystals joins with artist Claude Larson. The Hadleys share an amazing collection that forms a broad spectrum of color, geometric shapes & universal patterns. Larson exhibits her nature-inspired work incorporating fiber &
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“FALL FOLIAGE” The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Multi-artist, multi-media installation. Open daily, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com.
September 3– September 9 SEPT. 3
Chaos Wire Wrapping with Bernice Craft 2–4 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Learn the techniques to create a “chaos wire wrapped” piece that can be made into a pendant or a table sculpture. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. SEPT. 4
Bog Walk 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Tannersville Bog, E.
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EVENTS 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. SEPT. 7
Volunteer Day — Pike County Day of Caring 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Lend a hand & help PEEC out with some seasonal projects. It’s the perfect day to become involved with the volunteer program. Free. Preregistration required. Lunch will be provided. Info: 570828-2319 or www.peec.org. SEPT. 7
Beginner’s Photography Class for DSLR Camera Users with Bill Brown 11 a.m.–1 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. New photographers learn what all the buttons do & how to get off AUTO mode to bring your cameras to the next level. DSLR camera required. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. SEPT. 7
Glen Eyre Limited Excursion Departs Honesdale at Noon. Proceeds through Hawley & toward Lackawaxen. The train stops at the former Erie Railroad Glen Eyre Station. Spend the afternoon with good friends & great scenery. The railcars are heated & restrooms are available on the train. 2.5-hour extended trip. Info: 570-470-2697 or info@thestourbridgeline.net.
SEPT. 6 Ice Cream Express Departs Honesdale at 6 p.m. Two-hour round trip excursion to Hawley. Step off the train to enjoy a great ice cream sundae made with local ice cream. Climb back aboard to Honesdale as the sun sets on the Lackawaxen River Valley. Pre-purchase tickets recommended. Restrooms available on the train. Info: 570-470-2697 or info@thestourbridgeline.net.
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Geology Hike 1 p.m.–3 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Take a hike on the Fossil Trail with Paul Kovalski, aka Dr. Dinosaur, as he discusses the geology of our area & what makes the park unique. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. SEPT. 7
Comic Gesture Drawing with Arielle Sekula 2–4 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Whirlwind tour of live model gesture drawing. This class is dedicated to taking your life sketches & altering them for fantasy character designs. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com.
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Wine Tasting Express Departs Honesdale at 3 p.m. Take a scenic ride along the Lackawaxen River & get off the train when it arrives at Hawley to enjoy tastings of local wines, artisan cheeses, fine olive oils & balsamic vinegars before boarding the train for a sunset ride back to Honesdale. Must be 21 or older with proper ID. Info: 570-470-2697 or info@thestourbridgeline.net. SEPT. 7
The Pike County Developmental Center Tricky Tray Delaware Valley High School, Milford. Doors open at 4 p.m.; calling starts at 6 p.m. Trays, grand prizes, 50/50 raffle. Food & beverages available. No admission fee. Proceeds benefit adults with disabilities attend-
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Hiroya Tsukamoto 7:30 p.m. The Cooperage, Honesdale. Guitarist & composer, originally from Kyoto, Japan, takes you on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organic soundscapes that impart a mood of peace and tranquility. BYOB. Reservations & info: 570-253-2020 or info@thecooperageproject.org. SEPT. 7–30
Art Exhibit: Nancy Pitcher, “The Beauty Around Us” 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Stroudsburg. Nancy has hiked, climbed & paddled a great deal in
plain & chocolate croissants. Tickets & info: 570-226-1337.
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Bog Walk 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Tannersville Bog, E. Stroudsburg. See description at Sept. 4. Registration & info: 570-629-3061. SEPT. 13
Rails and Ales 6 p.m. Depart Honesdale station to enjoy a tasting featuring Wallenpaupack Brewing Co. at the Hawley station. Then head back to Honesdale for the second tasting at Here & Now Brewing Co. All passengers receive a souvenir “Rails and Ales” pint glass along
SEPT. 7 10th Annual Varden Conservation Day 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Tannery Road Access, Varden. Rain or shine. Animal program by Wildlife Encounters. Activities for all ages including: Fishing contests for kids (bring your rod), nature hikes, local displays, fiddle music, food, bake sale & silent auction. Info: 570-676-3428 or promiselandsp@pa.gov. the mountains, deserts & rivers. Through her travels she has always appreciated the beauty of her natural surroundings & now shares that beauty with her oil & watercolor paintings. Opening reception Sept. 7, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Info: 570-629-3061 or www.mcconservation.org. SEPT. 8
Bridge the Gap: River Paddle 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Join PEEC for a paddle down the Delaware. Bring a lunch & water bottle & dress for the weather. Extra water & snacks provided. Choose between a canoe or kayak. Preregistration required & begins 8:30 a.m. on Aug. 8. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. SEPT. 8
Bienvenue a Paris Cooking Class 2–4 p.m. Boiler Room at the Hawley Silk Mill, Hawley. Welcome to Paris — Chef Julia Kent shows you how to expertly create
with the snacks & beer tasting. Must be 21 or older with proper ID. 2.5-hour trip. Info: 570-470-2697 or info@thestourbridgeline.net. SEPT. 14
Bug Exploration 10 a.m.–Noon. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Bugs are everywhere. Go discover some insects on PEEC’s trails & learn about what makes them so unique. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. SEPT. 14
Wet-on-Wet Painting with Rick Weber 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Learn the “wet-on-wet” technique of painting with oils. You will paint trees, water & maybe a mountain range... Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com.
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Across The Delaware: A Fine Art Exhibit 1–6 p.m. The Cooperage, Honesdale. Presented by The Cooperage Project, The Wayne County Arts Alliance & The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance. The Cooperage will be transformed into an art gallery for Second Saturday with a juried fine art exhibit of multiple regional artists. Artwork will be available for purchase. Free entry. Info: 570-253-2020 or info@thecooperageproject.org. SEPT. 14
Full Moon Bog Hike 6:30–9 p.m. Tannersville Bog, E. Stroudsburg. Explore the bog under the light of a full moon. Bring a flashlight. Wear appropriate footwear. Pre-registration required & limited. Registration & info: 570-629-3061. SEPT. 14
Movie Train Express Board the train at 6:45 p.m. in Honesdale to the “Big Sky Train-in Movie Theater.” Bring a chair for a showing of the feature film “Hugo.” Free popcorn for all passengers; other concessions are available at the “Trainin movie theater.” Rain date Sept. 21. 3.5hour trip. Info: 570-470-2697 or info@thestourbridgeline.net. SEPT. 14
Owl Prowl 7–8:30 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. PA is home to a number of different species of owls. There are a handful of different species that live around PEEC. You may not see any, but you can definitely hear them. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. SEPT. 14–15
Steampunk Honesdale: A Celebration of Our Industrial Heritage 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Downtown Honesdale. Events for all ages, such as themed train
excursions, speeders, costume parade, tea dueling competitions, phono-fiddle, Ring of Fire demo, historical tours & music. Many vendors will be selling their wares along Main St. Visit the past at the newly expanded & remodeled Wayne County Historical Society & The Old Stone Jail. Info: The Greater Honesdale Partnership, 570-253-5492 or visithonesdalepa.com. SEPT. 14 & 15
Steampunk Flyer Celebrate Honesdale’s industrial heritage with a 1-hr. round trip over the rails & along the canal that helped the town play a great part in the industrial revolution. Info: 570-470-2697 or info@thestourbridgeline.net. SEPT. 15
Introduction to Orienteering 10 a.m.–Noon. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Learn how to use a map & compass on our orienteering course. We’ll show you the basics before you try to find all the points. Space limited. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. SEPT. 15
Ecozone Discovery Room! 1–4 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Explore the indoor discovery room & enjoy hands-on exhibits on natural history, sustainability & the local environment. No registration required. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. SEPT. 16–18
Elk Trip Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Stroudsburg. Three-day journey into the PA wilds to view majestic elk during the prime bugling season. Also, stops will be made at Bald Eagle State Park, Parker Dam State Park, Sinnemahoning State Park, the PA Grand Canyon, Quehanna Natural Area, & the Elk Country Visitor Center. Info:
SEPT. 14 Ladies Afternoon Tea 12:30–2:30 p.m. Wayne County Public Library, Honesdale. Bring your own teacup & saucer. This year’s theme is to help Agatha Christie solve a murder. Registration a must. Info & registration: Elizabeth, ewilson@waynelibraries.org or 570-253-1220. 38 | CONNECTIONS MAGAZINE |
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Wet-on-Wet Painting with Rick Weber 5–8 p.m. Holy Crepes, Milford. Crepe dinner & a “Wet-on-Wet” painting workshop. BYOB. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. SEPT. 18
SEPT. 14 Third Annual Fall Music Festival Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, White Mills. Several local bands & those with local ties come together for a community event honoring the memory of friends & family members that passed on too soon. Includes a walk through the Sanctuary grounds. Proceeds benefit local scholarship funds & cancer research. Rain date Sept. 16. Info: James Rutherford, 570-470-1117 or rutherfordsurveying@gmail.com. www.mcconservation.org. Registration: 570-629-3061. SEPT. 17
Essential Oils: A Beginner’s Guide to Nature’s Medicine 5:30–6:30 p.m. Wayne County Public Library, Honesdale. Learn the basics of essential oils: what they are, why they’re so effective & how to use them safely. Presented by Helen Mele Robinson, Ph.D. Info & registration: Elizabeth, ewilson@waynelibraries.org or 570-253-1220.
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. SEPT. 19
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.
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Romping Radishes at The Farm 4 p.m. Old School Farm, Honesdale. Come for the sheep & stay for the pizza. Visit local farmers, see where our food comes from, get your hands dirty & have fun. 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. SEPT. 20–22
Big Eddy Film Festival Narrowsburg, NY. 8th Annual Film Festival presented by the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance. Info: www.bigeddyfilmfest.com or 845-252-7576.
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Bog Walk 1–3:30 p.m. Tannersville Bog, E. Stroudsburg. See description at Sept. 4. Registration & info: 570-629-3061.
Fall Flights: Birds & Brews Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. A weekend of bird-watching & beer-tasting. Enjoy guided hikes that teach how to identify birds by sight, sound & habitat. Program geared toward beginners & experts alike. Sat. night PEEC provides transportation to a local brewery & buys the
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8 Rules of Thumb to Financial Health 4–5 p.m. Wayne County Public Library,
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Tabletop Refractive Photography with Bill Brown 11 a.m.–1 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. With Bozena Janszweski. You will photographing water drip refractions. A DSLR camera with a macro lens is required. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. SEPT. 21–OCT. 26
Carole Loeffler Alliance Gallery, Narrowsburg, NY. Info: 845-252-7576. SEPT. 21–OCT. 26
Gregory Curry Loft Gallery, Narrowsburg, NY. Info: 845-252-7576. SEPT. 22
Alcohol Ink with Agnes Lippi-Johnson 1–3 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. SEPT. 22, 25
Bog Walk 1–3:30 p.m. Tannersville Bog, E. Stroudsburg. See description at Sept. 4. Registration & info: 570-629-3061.
Alcohol Ink with Jane Brennan 1–3 p.m. The Art Factory of White Mills, White Mills. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. SEPT. 28
Ecozone Discovery Room! 1–4 p.m. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. Explore the indoor discovery room & enjoy hands-on exhibits on natural history, sustainability & the local environment. No registration required. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org. SEPT. 28
A Contra Dance 7:30 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. SEPT. 29
Fire Building 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 fire & more. Info: 570-828-2319 or www.peec.org.
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Cape May NJ Bus Trip Wayne County Area Agency on Aging. Info: Debbie, 570-630-2385. SEPT. 25
Dinner and “Paint & Sip” with Arielle Sekula 5–8 p.m. Holy Crepes, Milford. Paint a fox in the fall after a crepe dinner. BYOB. Pre-registration required. Info: TheArtFactoryofWhiteMills.com. SEPT. 27
Farmers Market Explorer Departs Honesdale station at 1 p.m. Step off the train in Hawley & stroll to Bingham Park for Hawley’s Farmers Market, full of local produce & products. Then stroll down Main Ave., with four blocks of something for everyone. Train departs Hawley at 3:30 p.m. to return to Honesdale. 3.5-hour round trip, with 2 hours in Hawley. Restrooms available on the train. Info: 570-470-2697 or info@thestourbridgeline.net.
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Bog Walk 1–3:30 p.m. 1–3:30 p.m. Tannersville Bog, E. Stroudsburg. See description at Sept. 4. Registration & info: 570-629-3061. OCT. 3
College Financial Planning Night 6 p.m. The Cooperage, Honesdale. Presented by The Cooperage Project and College Coaching Pros. Free & informational College Financial Planning Workshop developed for parents of high school students. All parents of college-bound students are welcome. Seating limited. Registration required: 570-878-3222 or collegecoachingpros@gmail.com. OCT. 4
Farmers Market Explorer Departs Honesdale station at 1 p.m. See description at Sept. 27. Info: 570-470-2697 or info@thestourbridgeline.net.
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