Town & Country Gazette August 21

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From the Editor’s Desk

Joe Korba

It’s always nice to see years of organizing culminate like we did this past week during Slatington’s sesquicentennial celebration. To quote one of the greatest minds of terrible ‘80s action shows, “I love it when a plan comes together.” Kristy, Annabel, and everyone else on the Slatington 150th committee did great work and the festivities went off without a hitch. I’m not a native, but since I started at the Gazette, the community spirit in the Northern Lehigh area has always impressed me. I’m proud of our paper’s small part in helping to keep all of you informed and maybe just a little more united.

In the spirit of community togetherness, I want to let you all know that we still have a few vendor spots open for the Blue Mountain Blowout Flea Market to benefit the Northern Lehigh Food Bank. If you’re interested in participating on Sept. 6 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., give me a call at 610-767-9600. Even if you’re not participating, make sure to stop by, say hello, and support a great cause.

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G A Z ETTE 4685 Lehigh Drive (Rte 248), Walnutport, PA 18088-9574 Telephone 610-767-9600 • Fax 610-767-9612 Email: AskUs@TownandCountryGazette.com www.TownandCountryGazette.com ISSN 1942-2091 Paul & Lisa Prass - Publishers Joe Korba - Associate Publisher, Newspapers Danielle Tepper, Alice Wanamaker - Publishing Assts.

Donna Bachman - Accounting Manager Erica Montes - Director of Creative Services Tony Pisco - Art Director Tyler Trumbauer - Staff Writer Dave Heffner, Monroe Balliet - Drivers The Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette is published twice a month, on the first & third Wednesday/Thursday combinations.

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Contents:

Pg 9 - Community Calendar Pg 12 - Extra Point Pg 15 - Cooking with Catherine Pg 26 - Young at Heart Pg 27 - Pet Page Pg 29 - P.O.P. Pg 43 - Classifieds

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Therapeutic Horseback Riding Program Seeks Volunteers Submitted by JANIE MILLER Horses & Horizons Therapeutic Learning Center, Inc. is looking for volunteers to help with its special program of therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults with special needs.

The center, which offers special riding lessons on Monday and Wednesday evenings from May through October, is located ten miles south of Tamaqua, near Route 309.

There is a required volunteer training session on Saturday, August 23 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the center. Anyone who wishes to volunteer to help with the riding lessons must attend this handson training. To become a volunteer or to request more information, contact Janie Miller at 570-3864280 (wintsprg@ptd.net) or Elaine Smith at 570386-5679 (elshhtlc1@gmail.com). Visit our website at www.horsesandhorizons.org.

Lioness Club To Hold Fashion Show

Submitted by BARBE SIEG The Western Pocono Lioness Club will have a meeting on Tuesday, August 26. There will be an Ice Cream Social Hour starting at 6 p.m. followed by a mini fashion show in preparation for the September 28 Fashion Show. The 18th Annual Fashion show will be at Hideaway Hills at 12 p.m. There will be a business meeting at 7 p.m.

The August meeting will be held at the American Legion in Gilbert. Further information may be obtained from Lioness Ruth at 610-381-4274.

Watch for some of our future events: The Giant Flea Market will be on Sunday, August 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be at the

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Chestnuthill Park Building. There are indoor spaces for $15 and outdoor spaces for $10, with all kinds of items for sale. Food will be available for purchase. For further information on this Western Pocono Lioness Event, contact Lioness Virginia at 570-236-6755 or Lioness Gail at 570-992-2926.

Watch for the Lioness display at the West End Fair. We will continue to celebrate our 35th Anniversary. Stop by and see all the wonderful things that the Lioness do throughout the year.

Guided Bike Ride

Submitted by NANCY THATCHER An early autumn leisurely bike ride will be held on Saturday, September 27 along part of the Delaware and Lehigh Rail Trail. Lehigh Township Rails to Trails will be leading the ride from the trailhead at Lehighton to the one in Slatington, a one-way distance of about nine miles. The ride will begin at 9 a.m. and end before noon.

Do you know where Native Americans once mined flint? Can you identify invasive species?

What diner was a favorite of rail passengers? Along the way, stops will be made to answer these questions and to discuss other local history and botany.

Restrooms are available at the Slatington Trailhead, as are picnic tables and places to purchase food, if you do not want to bring your own snack or lunch. From Slatington, riders may bike back to Lehighton or continue to ride further along one of the following routes: A. the D & L towards the Cove Rd Trailhead, B. the Slate Heritage Trail towards Slatedale , or C. the Walnutport towpath to the picnic area at Lock 25.

Although the ride is free, we ask that you register

by September 20 by calling 610-767-0676 or by sending an email to ltr2t@hotmail.com.

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Historical Society To Host Open House And Ice Cream Social

Submitted by BEVERLY PUTT Join the Lehigh Township Historical Society for a fun-filled afternoon on Sunday, September 7 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. The LTHS will hold an Ice Cream Social and St. Paul's School Open House. Guests can tour the one-room schoolhouse and view the collection of artifacts. Experience a class in a one-room school with a teacher and participate in playground games of yesteryear. In the church fellowship hall, watch a video about the one and two-room schoolhouses in Lehigh Township while you enjoy some ice cream or a root beer float.

Other activities for kids will be held. Meet your neighbors and friends and reminisce about your own school days. Admission is free, but donations are accepted.

There will be the usual open house at the Lehigh Township Historical Centre on September 14 and 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. Stop in and view the memorabilia there.

Keep the society in mind when purchasing your mums this fall. Their annual mum sale will be held on Saturday, September 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sunday, September 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. or until sold out.

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This year, the LTHS will be participating in Dream Come True on Sunday, October 5. Stop by their table, chat with the members, and look over the new merchandise offered. While there, you might want to take a chance on a "household basket."

The society is also selling Redner hoagie coupons at $4.50 each. These coupons can be redeemed at your convenience. The price is the same as the store price with no expiration date. If interested, call the centre and leave a message for Brenda or contact any LTHS member. For more information, call the historical centre at 610-440-0151.

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Meet the Staff If

you could be invincible for a day, what would you do?

Joe Korba, Associate Publisher: If I were invincible for a day, I’d probably just make all kinds of outlandish and dangerous bets, i.e. “I bet you $500 that I can give that black bear a noogie.”

Tony Pisco, Art Director: I would take up mountain climbing, since if I fell, I wouldn’t get hurt.

Tyler Trumbauer, Staff Writer: If I could be invincible for one day, I’d probably go confront a few individuals that gave me some problems over the last few years. I’m not stating that there would be physical confrontation, but knowing I’m invincible I’d go into a conversation with them with a totally different mindset that I would under normal settings.

Danielle Tepper, Publishing Assistant: I’m a total thrillseeker, so I’d want to do it all.

Bungee-jumping, skydiving, stormchasing; you name it, I’d do it. No risk?

Sign me up!

(I eventually want to do all these things anyway, so buy me a parachute for my next birthday.)

Alice Wanamaker, Publishing Assistant: I’ve always wanted to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel. Invincibility would serve me well.

Donna Bachman, Accounting Manager: If it only lasted for one day, I would be sitting on a beach with my eyes closed appreciating everything I have accomplished and be thinking of everyone that touched my life in so many different ways.

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Wright Accepted To The School Of Law, Univ. Of Missouri-Columbia

Submitted by RUTH ANN WRIGHT Adam Wright, son of Timothy and Ruth Ann Wright of Palmyra, MO, has been accepted to the School of Law at the University of MissouriColumbia. Wright has also been selected to attend the Catalyst pre-orientation program for the 20142015 year. Wright is the grandson of Marvin and Margaret (Peggy) Wright, Whitehall, PA. Wright is a 2010 graduate of Palmyra High School. Wright graduated in May 2014 from the University of Missouri-Columbia and received a Bachelor’s of Science in Biochemistry and a minor in History. While at Mizzou, he was selected as a CAFNR Student Council representative for 3 years, was a member of the 2012 CAFNR Week Steering Committee, was a member of the Biochemistry Club and was selected to the Chancellor’s Leadership Class of 2010-2011. Wright also received course credit while studying abroad in New Zealand. While at Mizzou, Wright was a member of the Triathlon Club and played Intramural football, basketball and soccer. Wright has been employed by the University of Missouri Athletic Football Department for the past four years.

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Local Authors Join Celebration

Mr. and Mrs. William R. Barna and Mr. and Mrs. William Zaun came out to sign copies of their books and participate in anniversary celebrations.

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On Sunday, August 10, the Slatington Public Library hosted six local authors as part of the 150th celebration. Karl Heffelfinger, Russell Paine, William Leickel, Donald Echkart, William Barna, and William Zaun had copies of their books available for purchase. The books were personalized with the signature of the author on the inside cover. Patrons are encouraged to stop in at the library for a copy of their literary work. The library is proud to support these individuals, and we wish them success in the future. The library also offered tours of the building to all of our visitors who attended the book signing, and refreshments were served courtesy of our board members and staff. Thanks to all the made this event a success.

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Community Calendar EVERY THURSDAY •Slatington Trailhead Snack Stand open 11 a.m. – 3p.m. weather permitting.

•Good Shepherd Church Slatington playgroup 10:30 a.m. ages 2-5. (1st & 3rd) FMI 610-7601687.

•Schnecksville Sr. Citizens Club, 12 p.m. at Schnecksville Fire Co. FMI 610-769-7570.

•Polka, Laurel Fire Co. 5 p.m. -7 p.m. (3rd & 4th Thurs.) FMI 610262-2077.

•Bingo, Emerald Fire Co. 6:30 p.m.

•Bingo, Petersville R&G Club 7 p.m. FMI 610-261-2210.

•Country Western Line & Partner Dancing, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Dancing and Lessons. American Legion, Slatington. FMI 610-760-1917 •Rotary Club of Slatington meeting at the Wildlife Center, 6:15 p.m. FMI 484-951-2468.

•Al-Anon Family Group, St. John’s UCC, Palmerton, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. FMI 484-221-1026.

•American Legion Aux. Slatington at Legion 7:30 p.m. (1st Thurs.) FMI 610-760-1098.

•Zumba at Bethany Wesleyan 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. FMI 610-7671239.

•Zumba at Lynnport Fire Co. 6:30-7:30 p.m. FMI 610-554-6438.

•Yoga, Peters Elementary school 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. FMI 610-760-0300.

•PA German Friends meeting.

3rd Thursday. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Allentown. FMI 610-2642979.

•Wing Night, Bowmanstown Vol. Fire Co., 6:30-9:00 p.m. (excluding third Thurs.) FMI 610-852-2722.

•GriefShare, 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church Lehighton. FMI 570-386-9960.

EVERY FRIDAY

•Preschool Story Hour, Palmerton Library 10:30 a.m.

•Adult Stretch, Vigilant Fire Co. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. FMI 610-7600300.

•Bingo, Mahoning Valley Ambulance, 7 p.m. FMI 610-2174321.

•Mom, Pop and Tot class from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Northampton Rec. Center. Toddler based activities/ group activities - FMI 610-5022990 or reccenter@rcn.com •Slatington Trailhead Snack Stand open 11 a.m. – 3p.m. weather permitting..

EVERY SATURDAY

•Yoga, Palmerton Library 9 a.m.

FMI 570-436-1762.

•Cancer Connections Group Meeting, Bethany Wesleyan Church (3rd Sat.) 10 a.m.

•Tail Waggin’ Tutors Therapy Dogs, Palmerton Library (Second Sat.) 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Must Register at Library.

•Bingo, Diamond Fire Co., Walnutport 6:30 p.m. FMI 610767-8476.

•Bingo, West End Fire Co., Palmerton at 6:30 p.m. FMI 484866-2364.

•Pilates, Northampton Rec. Center 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. Mats are provided first come first served.

FMI 610-502-2990 or reccenter@ rcn.com •Line Dancing at LV Active Life Center every 4th Sat. from 7 - 10 a.m. 1633 W. Elm St. Allentown.

FMI 610-437-3700.

•Forgotten Felines Cat and Kitten Adoptions, 12 – 4 p.m. 6022 Mountain Rd., Germansville. FMI 610-760-9009.

•Slatington Trailhead Snack Stand open 11 a.m. – 3p.m. weather permitting.

EVERY SUNDAY

•Learning, Experience & Discipleship classes, Bethany Wesleyan 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

•Recreational Coed Volleyball (ages 15 & up), Bethany Wesleyan gym. 6:00 p.m. FMI 610-767-1239.

•Bingo, Citizens Fire Co., Slatedale, 1 p.m.

•Bingo, SS Peter & Paul School, Lehighton, 12 p.m.

•Bingo, 197 North 6th St., Lehighton. 6:30 p.m.

•Slatington Trailhead Snack Stand open 11 a.m. – 3p.m. weather permitting.

EVERY MONDAY •Book Club, Palmerton Library (Third Monday) 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

•Quilters Club at St. Peter’s UCC, Northampton. 1 – 4 p.m. FMI 610837-7426.

•Learn to dance along like DWTS. Cha Chas, Sambas, Rhumbas, Tangos, Jive, and more, through methodology of line dancing. 6:45 - 8:30 p.m. at the Gin Mill, Northampton. FMI 610 - 262-9010 •Bingo, Diamond Fire Co. Open 4 p.m., bingo 6:30 p.m.

•Bingo, Kunkletown Fire Co. 6:45 p.m. FMI 610-381-2674.

•Bingo, Northampton Community. Ctr. Doors 5:30 p.m., bingo 7 p.m.

•Bingo, Schnecksville Fire Co. 6:45 p.m.

•Bingo, West Coplay Maennerchor 7 p.m.

•Bingo, Vigilant Fire Co., Slatington. Kitchen 6 p.m., bingo 6:30 p.m.

•Bingo, 63 A Greenbriar Bath.

Greenbriar Village, Bath. 6 p.m FMI 484-287-5217.

•Knitting Club, Palmerton Library (1st Monday ) 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

•Knitting for Veterans, Bath Legion 6-9 p.m.

•TOPS, Dinkey Church, Ashfield 5:30 p.m. FMI 610-852-2976.

•Competitive Coed Volleyball (ages 15 & up), Bethany Wesleyan gym 6:30 p.m. FMI 610767-1239.

•Zumba, Palmerton Sokol Club 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

•Zumba, Emerald Fire Co., 6:307:30 p.m. FMI: 484-695-7476.

•Adult Stretch, Vigilant Fire Co. 10 a.m. -11 a.m. FMI 610-7600300.

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Community Calendar •Al-Anon Family Group/Serenity Seekers, United Methodist Church, •Youth Yoga (grades 7-12) NL Middle School 2:15-3:00. FMI: 610-760-0300 Aquashicola/Palmerton, 7 p.m. -8 p.m. FMI 484-477-9697.

•Slatington Trailhead Snack Stand open 11 a.m. – 3p.m. weather permitting.

EVERY TUESDAY •Bingo, Bowmanstown Fire Co. 6:30 p.m.

•TOPS, Zion UCC, Lehighton.

4:30 p.m. FMI 610-657-1025.

•ZUMBA, Bethany Wesleyan 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. FMI 610-767-1239.

•ALATEEN support group for teens of family struggling w/ alcohol. Faith Alive Church, Palmerton/Bowmanstown, 6:307:30 p.m. Adult Al-Anon & AA meetings, 6:30-7:30 p.m. FMI 570-730-8601.

•Senior Strength and balance class, Northampton Borough Rec. Center. 1 - 1:45 p.m. free with Silver Sneakers. FMI 610502-2990 or reccenter@rcn.com.

•Slatington Trailhead Snack Stand open 11 a.m. – 3p.m. weather permitting.

EVERY WEDNESDAY •Bingo, Diamond Fire Co. Open 4 p.m., bingo 6:30 p.m.

•Bingo, West End Fire Co. Doors open at 3:30 p.m., bingo at 6:30 p.m. FMI: 484-866-2364.

•Preschool story hour, Slatington Library 11 a.m.

•Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Library 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. FMI 610-760-0207.

•Alzheimer’s Support Group, St. John’s Lutheran Church, Jim Thorpe. 6:30 p.m. (1st & 3rd ) FMI 610-392-2380.

•Zumba, Palmerton Sokol Club 7:00 p.m. - 8 p.m.

•Zumba, Gold St. John’s Lutheran Church, Slatington 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. FMI: 610-760-0300.

•Homework Helpers, Palmerton Library 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. FMI 610-826-4962.

•Nar-Anon Meetings Holy Cross Lutheran Church 696 Johnson Rd. (off Rte 946) Nazareth, 7:30 p.m.

•Line Dancing at LV Active Life Center every second Weds. from 1 - 4 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St. Allentown. FMI 610-437-3700.

•Slatington Trailhead Snack Stand open 11 a.m. – 3p.m. weather permitting.

Thursday, August 21

•Speaker Series with Sara Fern Fitzsimmons, American Chestnut Foundation at the Lehigh Gap Nature Center 7:30 p.m.

Friday, August 22

•Wheels of Time Rod & Custom Jamboree, Macungie Memorial Park. www.whellsoftime.org •Coplay Community Day Friday Night at the Movie, Lighthouse Church Breinigsville. “The Grace Card” Free movie and refreshments. FMI: 610-285-2235 •Stamping & Scrapbooking Open House, 876 Williams Ave, Walnutport. 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

FMI: 610-760-1268

Saturday, August 23

•Free Country Music at Alburtis Park – Free music, parking with live country bands. Cash bingo, Pa Dutch food. 12-8 p.m. FMI: 610-694-0605 •Emerald Classic Golf Tournament at Olde Homestead Golf Course. Registration at 12 p.m., Shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. FMI: 484-623-7124 •Wheels of Time Rod & Custom Jamboree, Macungie Memorial Park. www.whellsoftime.org •Coplay Community Day Shooting For The Cure Craft Show 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church of Mahoning.

•Forgotten Felines Vaccination Clinic, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. FMI: 610301-5025 •Peach Festival & Quilt Show, St. John’s UCC Slatington 4-8 p.m.

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•Conversations on the Canal dinner cruise 5-7:30 p.m. Tickets: 610-923-3548 Ext: 221 •Stamping & Scrapbooking Open House, 876 Williams Ave, Walnutport. 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. FMI: 610-760-1268

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•Free Country Music at Alburtis Park – Free music, parking with live country bands. Cash bingo, Pa Dutch food. 12-8 p.m. FMI: 610-694-0605 •Wheels of Time Rod & Custom Jamboree, Macungie Memorial Park. www.whellsoftime.org •Lehigh Township Historical Society, Open House, LT Historical Centre, Route 248, Pennsville, 1 to 4 p.m. FMI 610-767-5989 •Coplay Community Day

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Thursday, August 28

•Miller blood drive in Palmerton, FMI: 610-826-2097

Saturday, August 30

•Free Country Music at Alburtis Park – Free music, parking with live country bands. Cash bingo, Pa Dutch food. 12-8 p.m. FMI: 610-694-0605

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•Free Country Music at Alburtis Park – Free music, parking with live country bands. Cash bingo, Pa Dutch food. 12-8 p.m. FMI: 610-694-0605

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•Free Country Music at Alburtis Park – Free music, parking with live country band The Tracy Lee Band. Cash bingo, Pa Dutch food.

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•Truck & Tractor Pull, Lorahs Farm. 6 p.m. FMI: 610-767-3515

Saturday, September 6

•2nd Annual Slatington Bike Night and Car Show, 12-8 p.m.

•Friedens UCC Annual Fall Festival, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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Community Calendar •Fall Holiday Shop and Blood Drive, Egypt Community Church, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. FMI/to make an appointment, call 610837-4229 •Truck & Tractor Pull, Lorahs Farm. 3 p.m. FMI: 610-767-3515 Saturday, September 6 •Financial Fitness 3-Day Workshop, 9-11:30 a.m. Free Classes, 610-437-4571

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•Speaker Series, Dr. Frank Pazzaglia, Lehigh University, 2:30 p.m. - Lecture and field trip about the geology of Lehigh Gap including the Taconic Deformity. Dress for outdoors and hiking -- we will walk up the trail to observe the geologic formations first hand.

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Extra Point

by Tyler Trumbauer

Lehighton in the Schuylkill League:

Hardship or Harmony?

Lehighton Area School District shares Carbon County with Jim Thorpe, Weatherly area, Hazleton area, and Panther Valley School Districts. Now the Indians share more than geography with its neighbors.

Lehighton is embarking on a new chapter in its athletic department with its first athletic contests as a new member of the Schuylkill League and Anthracite League for football just days away.

They will be joining their aforementioned neighbors as well as 19 other schools competing in one of the only three leagues left in District 11, along with the Colonial League and the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference.

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On the hardwood, boys’ basketball head coach Rich Oertner thinks it will affect his team slightly.

“I believe it will and will not affect us,” he stated.

“In the MVC, you had to be at your best to win any game. Each team was a 4A school and had plenty of athletic players. In the Schuylkill League, there are some teams that have many athletic players, but there are teams that are of a smaller school size and do not have the depth of a 4A school. In other words, the top notch teams in the Schuylkill League are very good, yet there are always going to be teams that you can compete with on the floor.”

Oertner’s counterpart in the Indians’ gymnasium, Lehighton’s girls’ basketball coach Eric Gidney does not believe it will have any large impact on his team. Gidney and his girls are looking forward to the opportunities in the new league.

“We played against a handful of the Schuylkill League teams last season and they were all very welcoming and looking forward to Lehighton joining the league," he said. "It is an honor to be in the Schuylkill League. It will be another new challenge for a girls’ basketball program at Lehighton that has faced numerous other challenges over recent years, but our entire program is looking forward to it.”

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Lehighton knew it was the right decision for their athletic department and ended up turning down an invitation from the Colonial League this past year and stayed devoted to the Schuylkill League.

The leader of Lehighton’s tribe on the diamond, Brian Polaha, states it doesn’t matter what league his baseball squad plays in, wins are wins.

“There are good teams in the Mountain Valley Conference, and there are good teams in the Schuylkill League as well," he said. "You still have to play good baseball to get wins, no matter what league you are in.”

Lehighton is excited for this new beginning and to face off against its neighboring districts. The Indians feel happy and right at home already, but they’d prefer to skip the new guy fruit baskets and go straight for the championship trophies.

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During his lifetime, Bup received great joy out of helping his community and believed strongly in community service. He was dedicated to Slatington in many ways, but most notably, he was a volunteer firefighter for over 30 years. He served as the Treasurer of the Firehouse for many years and enjoyed working at the Firehouse Carnival annually. He was also a member of Hose Company #1 where he was an active member of the Slatington Fireman Statue Cleaning Team and Restoration Committee. He also served on Borough Council.

Following Bup’s unexpected death two years ago, his children approached the Slatington Fire Department and his motorcycle club (Teamster Horseman) with an idea to start an annual event to give back to the community, create funds to restore the Statue as needed, and to raise money for the Firehouse. The groups joined together and the rest is history.

On the day of the event, Slatington’s Main Street will be closed from 2nd Street to South Street.

There will be bands, a DJ, vendors, mug/drink specials, food, T-shirt sales, a kid zone, Chinese auction, and a car show. The car show will be from 12 to 4 p.m. and registration can be completed at the event upon your arrival. It is $10 per car entry.

Trophies will be awarded for the “crowd favorites” and "family favorite" for the cars entered. This year, there will be a bike raffle, the winner can choose from a Harley Davidson Sportster Iron 883 or $5,000 cash.

The proceeds of the event will benefit the Slatington Fire Department #24 and the Statue Restoration Fund through the Hose Company #1.

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Bacon Cheese Manicotti

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By CATHERINE STROH (Recipe courtesy of Foodnetwork.com)

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INGREDIENTS Manicotti •Vegetable oil cooking spray

•Kosher salt •1 tbsp olive oil •8 manicotti pasta tubes •9 slices applewood smoked bacon, cut into ½ inch pieces •10 oz. package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained •15 oz. container whole milk ricotta, room temp.

•1/3 cup grated parm cheese, room temp.

•1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper •1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg •1 large egg, room temp.

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•2/3 cup heavy whipping cream •1/3 cup whole milk •1 tbsp flour •¼ tsp kosher salt •1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper •2 large pinches ground nutmeg •1 ½ cup coarsely grated whole milk mozzarella •1 ½ cup jarred tomato basil sauce

and set aside to cool. In a large bowl, add the cooled bacon, the spinach, ricotta, parmesan, ½ teaspoon salt, the pepper, nutmeg, and egg. Stir until well combined. Using a small spoon, fill the manicotti tubes with the ricotta mixture.

Bring the cream, milk, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to a simmer in a heavy, medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the mozzarella in batches, constantly whisking, until the sauce is thick and smooth. Reduce the heat to low and simmer one minute, whisking occasionally. Whisk in the tomato basil sauce. Pour half of the sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange the manicotti in a single layer on the sauce. Pour the remaining sauce on top of the manicotti and top with the mozzarella.

Drizzle with olive oil and cover the dish with foil. Bake until heated through and bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes.

Note from Chef Cat: I sometimes feel overwhelmed if a recipe calls for too many ingredients or the directions are lengthy. This may be the case for this recipe, but it is extremely easy. The only substitutions I made were smoked cherrywood bacon and plain marinara sauce. (I just added in fresh basil—basil is the love of my life).

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Minsi Trails Council Day Camp

Photos submitted by TERESA BALAK Scouts from the Minsi Trails Council spent a week at day camp held at the Palmerton Borough Park last month. The boys engaged in daily activities ranging from making wooden planes, learning and shooting archery, making rockets from film canisters, and swimming, among other crafts and activities.

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Canal Association Festival Calendar Released

Submitted by WALNUTPORT CANAL ASSOCIATION 2014 Walnutport Canal Association events for the annual Canal Festival weekend are as follows.

Volunteers are always welcome to participate in canal events. Contact our Facebook page if interested.

• Saturday, October 18: Annual 6K Towpath Trot along the Walnutport Canal Towpath. More details to come. Also annual Walnutport Canal Festival Pig Roast & Chicken Dinner. More details on menu, pre-ordering tickets, and events coming soon.

• Sunday, October 19: Rain date 10/26. Annual Walnutport Canal Festival.

Entertainment (so far): Main Stage: The Jolly Tars—Jake Laubach and Ken Purcell, performers of nautical, Irish, traditional, and historical music.

Main Stage: Matthew Dodd Songs & Stories of Old Canal Days. He sings and plays acoustic guitar, harmonica, banjo, and mandolin. For the kid in all of us, Jolly Holly the Clown will be providing entertainment at the Kids Corral area, near the Locktenders House from 12 to 6 p.m. Location for GPS: 309 Lehigh Street, Walnutport, PA 18088.

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Miller Blood Drive In Palmerton

Submitted by GEORGE ASHMAN Miller-Keystone Blood Center will conduct its bimonthly Palmerton community blood drive on Thursday, August 28 at the First United Church of Christ from 11:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Janet Snyder and Carol and Joseph Frey, in memory of Jean Behler, sponsor this visit. Because we will not have Trima machines at this visit, more wholeblood donors will be needed to reach our goal.

Anyone over 17 years old, weighing at least 110 pounds, and in general good health, is eligible.

If you have not donated to Miller before, please bring photo ID, such as a driver's license. Previous Miller donors, please bring your Miller cards.

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Cure For End Of Summer Blues

Submitted by THERESA SPEICHER Come for music and fun with a summer theme to St. Nicholas Social Hall on Saturday, Sept. 6 from 7 until 10:30 p.m. The Piano Man, Tommy Zito, is a Lehigh Valley talent and is always a hit. He will perform audience requests and music from the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s. Dance or listen to this accomplished entertainer. Our End-of-Summer Fling calls for a casual dress code. BYOB: Wine, spirits, or beer. Appetizers, desserts, coffee, and tea are included in the $10 admission, which are available in limited quantities. There will be door prizes. To order tickets in advance or for more info, call Gerry at 610-868-3510. St. Nick’s is located at 4412 Mountain View Drive in Walnutport.

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Friedens UCC Annual Fall Festival

Submitted by JANICE ALTRICHTER The Annual Fall Festival at Friedens United Church of Christ in Slatington will be held Saturday, September 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a lot of good food for sale, including homemade soups (ham and navy bean, chicken corn noodle, and beef orzo), haluski (bowl or quart), turkey barbeque, and apple fritters. There will also be many choices available at the bake sale. Raffles will be held, in addition to a yard sale. While there, please take a moment to get acquainted with the UCC sanctuary.

Visitors are always welcome at the “little church with a big heart.”

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Submitted by JONATHAN DEFRAIN On Thursday, August 21, Northern Lehigh High School will hold our annual Freshman Orientation Day. The transition from middle school to high school is often difficult for many students and the purpose of this day is to introduce the students to their new surroundings and prepare them for the final stages of their public education. This year, the orientation day will be a half-day in format. The day’s activities begin at 7:15 a.m. and last until 12

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p.m. During the orientation day, students will be introduced to the entire high school administration and faculty, assigned lockers/combination locks, tour the building, and attend scheduled classes.

Students will get to know the faculty as they work together to complete a Northern Lehigh scramble activity. Also, the administration will provide the students with pertinent information regarding school policies, rules, and procedures.

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Touch of Dutch 8 September, 1960 Des iss die Zeit vum Yaahr, wo die Micke widder gans der Deihenker sin. Awwer was mer net Sache griege kann fer sie loswarre heidesdaags.

Yaahre zerick, wie ich en Maedel waar, hot mer Mickebabier kauft un rumhaer glegt. Schpeeder hot mer selli Schtringers kauft un an de Sieling ghankt. Awwer was hen die Leit so wie Grememm als geduh, eb so Sache zu kaufe waar in de Schtor? Die Grememm hot als ihre eegne Miche-fall gemacht. Des hot aa gans wennich Geld genumme. Sie hot als seefich Wasser in en Glaas. No hot sie en Babier gschnidde bissel greesser wie’s Glaas un en glee Loch nei gemacht in de Mitt. No hot sie Mollassich uff die unnerscht Seit gschmiert un es Babier uffs Glaas geduh.

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Asparagus-schteck abgschnidde un hot sie in der Paerlor ghankt so hinnich de Pikder-fraems.

Die Micke hen des Schtoff gegliche un hen sich datt druff ghockt in Blatz vun de Leit deiwele, wann sie in der Schtubb ghockt hen Sunndaag nammidaags fer die gross Biewel leese un die alde Pikders begucke in Album uff en Disch im Eck im Paerlor.

Ich weess aa noch gut wie mei Memm die Micke als aus die Kich grickt hot im Summer. Nammidaags hot sie die Shaeds gans nunnergmacht un die Kichedier yuscht so ‚n gleener Riss uffgelosst. No iss sie ans Weddle mit em Micke-wischer, wo sie gemacht hot aus re Zeiding. Wann sie ken so ‚n Micke-wischer ghatt hot, dann hot sie yuscht en Handduch genumme fer sie naus weddle, adder sie hot der Schartz aus un hot no seller geyuust fer die Micke nausgarewe.

No kenne mer saage wie der glee Buh, „Siss alles hendich eigericht in daerre scheene Welt.

Mer brauch sich nimmi bloge, unless [mitaus?] mer iss net gscheit.“ -Florence Baver September 8, 1960 This is the time of the year when flies are entirely the tormenter. But what things we can get to rid ourselves of them now a day! Years back when I was a girl, one bought flypaper and laid it around. Later one bought those stringers and hung them from the ceiling. But what did people like Grammy do, before such things were available to buy in store? Grammy always made her own fly trap. This also took little money. She put soapy water in a glass. Then she cut a piece of paper a little larger than the glass and cut a little hole in its center. Then she smeared molasses on [what became] the bottom side and put it on the glass. The flies slipped through the hole to eat the molasses and fell in the soapy water and drowned.

Grammy also had asparagus stalks in the yard.

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bad in summer, she always cut off three or four asparagus sprouts and hung them behind picture frames in the parlor. Flies liked that stuff and sat themselves on them in stead of tormenting the people when they sat in the room on Sunday afternoon to read the family Bible and to look over the pictures in the [family] album on a table in the corner of the parlor.

I still remember well how mom chased the flies out of the kitchen in summer. In the afternoon she pulled down the shades and left the kitchen door slightly ajar. Then she began to chase the flies with a fly swatter made of newspaper. When she didn’t have one of those fly swatters then she used a hand towel to chase them out, or took off her apron and used that to drive out the flies.

Then we can say like the little boy,“Everything is very handy in our good world. One does not have to struggle no more unless he is not very bright.”

[Perhaps Florence’s article provides a practical answer to that age old Dutch question, “Kannscht Micke fange?” (“Can you catch flies?”)

Incidentally, do you know the classic answer to that question? “Wann sie hocke bleiwe, un wann ich hab en Schuppkarich fer sie fattfaahre.” (“When they remain seated and when I have a wheelbarrow to cart them away.”) ] -Larry Gradwohl

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Slatington Library Offering Tote Bags Submitted by LOUISE BECHTEL The Slatington library recently mailed its annual fund drive letters. Please consider making a donation to the library. Donations can be made “in memory of” and “in honor of” a special person or group. Thank you to everyone who has already contributed.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health will be holding Blood Pressure Screening the last Friday of each month at the library from 10 a.m. until noon.

Stop in and have your blood pressure checked on Friday, September 26.

Ed Bechtel of Bechtel’s Pharmacy will present a lecture on “Pre-Diabetes” Wednesday, August 27 at 1 p.m. at the library. This is the next installment of the diabetes lecture series “The Sweet Spot.” Mr. Bechtel presents a different topic on diabetes the fourth Wednesday of each month. The remaining topics for the year are September–Exercise, October-Overview of Diabetes, NovemberNew Medications for Diabetes and December-

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The library is selling three titles written by Mr. William L. Leickel concerning our local history.

They are: Slatington Soap Box Derby for $20, History of Movie Theaters in Slatington for $17 and Businesses Along the Boulevard for $15.

These are all available at the library.

The library is selling a “Celebrate Slatington” tote bag that is 16x12”for $6.Totes can be purchased exclusively at the library. The library is holding a $1/bag sale. Books, puzzles, videos, audio books, and more; anything you can fit in a bag is $1.

Library hours are Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; closed Thursday and Sunday. Contact us at 610-767-6461.

Happy Birthday Tanner Hahn - 15 on August 16 Randy Howell - 47 on August 18 Jennifer Howell - 19 on August 18 Nancy Heiny - 72 on August 18 John Lloyd - 59 on August 19

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Jim Hendricks In Concert At Ben Salem Church

Submitted by DOLLIE BEHR Jim Hendricks’ arrangements of traditional gospel and contemporary Christian music are characterized by unmatched technical ability and passion. Because of the fun, humor, energy, and variety of Jim’s performances, people of all ages with diverse tastes in music are sure to enjoy this program.

Jim Hendricks has performed in churches all over the land, including the Crystal Cathedral. He has also been a featured symphonic orchestra soloist of Rachmaninoff’s piano music and has performed with such greats as the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Dave Brubeck, Della Reese, Jack Jones, Clark Terry, Louie Bellson, and many others. Jim will perform at Ben Salem Church located at 1965 Church Hill Road in Lehighton on September 14 at both services at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. All are welcome to come catch him live.

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Palmerton Senior Center 501 Delaware Ave., Palmerton 610-826-4505 Activities include: Pinochle, penny games, and bingo daily. For meal reservations and more information, contact the center.

8/21– Pinochle tournament 9/1 – Closed for the Labor Day Holiday Northampton Senior Center 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton 610-262-4977 Activities include: Singing, puzzles, cards, needlecraft, stretch, bingo, library, and coffee.

Special programs are held on a weekly basis.

Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. For meal reservations and more information, contact the center.

Cherryville Senior Center 4131 Lehigh Dr., Cherryville 610-767-2977 Activities include: Games, trips, bingo, stretch/ exercise, birthday celebrations, music/singing.

Lunch is served daily. For meal reservations and more information, contact the center. Hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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St. Peter’s UMC Events

Sunday” and Saturday from 6 to 9:30 p.m. will be “Secret System.”

One of the highlights of the festival will be the American Legion Riders of Post #739 Hokey Fall Festival Foliage Motorcycle Ride & Show.

Registration will start Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the Hokey football field located at Front and Lehigh Streets. Kickstands up at 12:15 p.m. for a ride of 60 to 75 miles, rain or shine, arriving back at the field around 3 p.m. For additional information on the Ride & Bike Show, please contact Terry at trrcram@aol.com.

Daily activities include food, games, and rides. The Hokendauqua Athletic Association kitchen will be open with Hokendauqua Vol. Fire Company #38 cooking. There will also be a beer tent, money wheel, and free activities for kids that include a lollipop tree, web toss, guessing games, and much more.

For directions and additional information on the festival, please visit them at www.hokeyaa.org.

Submitted by SHARLEEN CROSSETT Starting September 7, come with us on a 12-week journey as we explore some of the 46 Parables in the Bible. Let us together explore how Jesus’s Parables still relate to our everyday lives.

We would like to remind you of our different bible studies starting September 8, held Sunday evenings at 6 p.m., Monday mornings at 10 a.m. and Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. On Wednesday evenings, we will be doing the study “Revival” by Adam Hamilton, reviving your faith from within.

Sunday school is available for all ages at 9 a.m. along with AWANA for three to 12-year-olds starting with our registration kick-off September 14 at 6 p.m. Youth group for 13 to 25-year-olds will be at 7:30 p.m.

Be sure to check out our website and Facebook for dates on fundraisers, such as hoagies, pierogies, and dinners.

We continue to collect old cell phones, used ink cartridges, aluminum cans, Turkey Hill milk caps, and used clothing. All items may be dropped off and placed on the porch.

Whether you’re looking for a place to worship or would just like to participate in our church activities, you can always contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450, check us out at www.STPetersUMCEmerald.com or look for us on Facebook. St. Peter’s UM Church is located at 7860 Center St. in Emerald.

Hokendauqua Fall Festival

Submitted by MARY ANN ENDY The Hokendauqua Fall Festival will be held at the Hokey Athletic Association field at Front and Lehigh Streets in Hokendauqua September 24 through 27. Festival hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 4 to 10 p.m. Goodtime Amusements of Hellertown will again be their midway host.

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Magic For Dogs: Levitating Weiner Dog prankster Jose Ahonen is at it again. His first Magic For Dogs installment (which also appeared in the Gazette) featured a disappearing treat.

His second featured a voice actor friend and was a hilarious look at how dogs respond to a human realistically barking. His third, uploaded about two weeks ago, takes a look at how hungry pooches react when their snack suddenly starts floating in front of them in “How Dogs React To Levitating Weiner.” The answer? Some don’t care if their food flies; it’s still food! Others backed off, not sure what they were seeing. As with the first, Jose reassures us that no matter their reaction, all the dogs finally received the hot dog at the end.

Check it out at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Db6JZHh0SA.

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Johnny is a handsome little dwarf/American mix. He’s young, but he’s already litterboxtrained and neutered. He’s currently living with a foster who says that he’s a little shy, but warms up quickly.

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Junior Girl Scout Troop Earns Bronze Award

Submitted by RACHEL HORVATH Over the course of the 2013-14 scouting year, several girls from Junior Girl Scout troop #628 in Neffs spent over 20 hours each working on their Bronze award which is the highest award earned by a Junior Girl Scout. These girls took the time to investigate where their communities needed help, formed a plan, and then put that plan into action in order to help "make the world a better place."

Under the direction of their leaders Linda Dean, Rachel Horvath and adult volunteer Charmain Brody, scouts Myah Brody, Shaiyan Feisal, Breanna Kemmerer, and Madison Dennington chose to volunteer in the Northern Lehigh Food Bank on Sunday afternoons. While there, they sorted produce, shelved non-perishable food items, and gained a greater appreciation for the importance of facilities such as the food bank, as well as the constant need for volunteers to help others in need. The girls also conducted their own

independent food collections for donation to the facility. Through their time at the food bank, each girl realized how rewarding volunteering can be and they had fun doing it.

One additional scout, Hannah Horvath, wanted to focus her service project on helping homeless animals. After her family adopted a kitten from Peaceable Kingdom, she realized how organizations such as this relied heavily on donations of pet food and care items, money, and hands-on help. Hannah distributed over 200 flyers in her neighborhood explaining her project and later collected over 170 items for donation. She also hosted a lemonade stand which, along with monetary donations collected from neighbors, she was able to donate over $50 to the shelter.

Each of these girls will be presented with their Bronze award this summer for recognition of their dedication to their communities and those in need.

Remembering Robin

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family-friendly films. His face is emblazoned across last week’s issue of Entertainment Weekly; in their tribute to him, there is a line that brought tears to my eyes simply because it is an undeniable fact: “It’s hard to think of a single sentence Genie uttered that didn’t become etched in the brains of a generation of children.”

Robin had that effect on all of us.

Throughout the next few years, he morphed himself into characters that lit up the big screen like a live wire, whether he was a mad scientist Writing this issue’s column has been like creating bouncy green goo or a confused young ripping off a Band-Aid … slow, and painful ... boy in the body of a middle-aged man. His zany taken one little bit at a time, each word more mannerisms and eclectic voices gave erratic agonizing than the next. At press time, it’s been life to any script he touched. You never felt as exactly one week since the world learned of though you were laughing at him; it was the Robin Williams’ tragic death. The news hit me sheer joy he exuded from playing such roles that like a ton of bricks. Celebrity accidents and gave those full-belly laughs the perfect notes of overdoses come and go so commonly these admiration and affection.

It’s now, in the melancholy days, it feels natural to shake re-watching of some of his your head and think, what a best work, that I regret not shame. But this one hurts. partaking in more of Robin’s There is no denying that serious side. I’ve never seen his Robin Williams was a one-of-aOscar-winning performance in kind comedic genius. He had a “Good Will Hunting,” nor his brilliant mind that ran a mile a pivotal portrayal of teacher minute and a mouth that could John Keating in “Dead Poets just barely keep up with the Society.” As a lover of both speed of his humor. His talent words and film, it’s the latter was immense, and it’s easy to 1951-2014 that particularly stings. feel like his death is a “waste” Witnessing the outpouring of that gift. The surrounding of love for a man we never circumstances paint an ugly picture of the mental health stigma we have in today’s society, actually met has been a poignant experience and in the months that follow, it is my hope that over the last several days, one that I think shows people use Robin as a reason to explore their just how deeply Robin’s career touched so many. own contributions to this devastating affliction. For those of us who grew up on his movies, we’re not grieving the loss of Robin Williams But that’s still not why it hurts.

Selfishly, I believe his death affects my alone … we’re also mourning Mrs. Doubtfire generation more so than others. This celebrity, … and Armand Goldman … and Peter Pan … this wonderful man, impacted our childhoods and Patch Adams … and Alan Parrish … and and rooted his many voices permanently into our beloved Genie. And that’s why it breaks our our memories. I’ve seen it affecting my friends hearts to say goodbye. nearly every day since, with the relentless hashtagging of #RIPRobinWilliams, Facebook To read about Danielle’s favorite statuses comprised of movie quotes, and every Robin Williams film roles (including so often, the simple declaration of disbelief: “I video clips from favorite scenes), visit can’t believe he’s gone.” www.townandcountrygazette.com/ “Aladdin” hit theaters just a month before I category/blogs/pajamas-over-people. turned five, in the midst of a ‘90s streak of Robin’s

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Church Directory Agape New Testament Fellowship Schnecksville, 610-216-5611 (N) W 10 a.m. Jr. Church 10:45 a.m.

All Saints Episcopal Church Lehighton, 610-377-2675 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church Slatington, 610-767-2214 W Sat. 5 p.m. Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Ben Salem United Church of Christ Lehighton, 570-386-3870 W 8:15/10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m.

Bethany Wesleyan Church Cherryville, 610-767-1239 (N) Sat. 5 p.m. Encounter.

W Sun. 9 & 10:45 a.m.

Bethel U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-1898 W 10 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

Blue Mountain Community Church Palmerton, 610-826-8402 W 9:15 a.m., SS 11:15 a.m.

Chapman Quarries United Methodist Bath, 610-837-0935 (HA) W 11 a.m. SS 10 a.m.

Christ’s Church at Lowhill UCC New Tripoli W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.

Christ U.C.C., Little Moore Danielsville, 610-837-6051 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.

Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

Concordia Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-8500 W 9 a.m. SS 10:15 a.m.

Covenant United Methodist Church Bath, 610-837-7517 HA W 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS (all ages) 9:15 a.m.

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Ebenezer United Church of Christ New Tripoli, 610-298-8000 SS 9 a.m.; W 10:15 a.m.

Ebenezer United Methodist Church Lehighton, 610-533-0107 W 9 a.m., BS 6:30 p.m. Thurs.

Egypt Community Church Egypt, 610-262-4961 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-1526 W 8:30 a.m.

Heidelberg UCC Heidelberg, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 11 a.m. 6/15 – W 10:15 a.m.

Heritage Baptist Church Orefield, 610-395-4970 (N) W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

Emmanuel UCC Bowmanstown W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.

Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA/N) W 11 a.m.

Evangelical Lutheran Church Schnecksville (HA) 610-767-6884 W - 9 a.m.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Slatedale, 610-767-1526 W 10:45 a.m.

Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Palmerton (HA/N) W 8 & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

Faith Alive United Methodist Church Bowmanstown, 610-852-2805 W 8:30 a.m. & 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.

First UCC Palmerton W 9 a.m., SS 10 a.m.

Friedens UCC Slatington, 610-767-7099 HA W 9:30 a.m.

God’s Missionary Church Northampton, 610-262-4412 W 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

Good Shepherd UCC Slatington, 610-767-9680 (HA) W 8:30 & 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA/N) Sun. W 8 & 9:30 a.m.

Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-1812 W 8:30 a.m.

Jerusalem Lutheran Church Palmerton, 610-681-5200 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

Jerusalem UCC Palmerton, 610-681-4412 W 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Kingdom Life Family Center Orefield (N) W 10 a.m.

Living Hope Lighthouse Palmerton, 610-826-2201 W 10 a.m.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kreidersville, 610-262-9517 W Sun. 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.

Living Stone Fellowship New Tripoli, 610-298-3020 W 10 a.m.

Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

Living Water Community Church Parryville, 610-737-1450 W 9 a.m., Com. 1st Sun. HA

Grace United Church of Christ Northampton W 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m.

Mountain View Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-759-7553 W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

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Northampton Assembly of God Cherryville Rd., 610-262-5645 W 10:15 a.m. & 6 p.m. SS 9:30

St. Matthew's ELC Lehighton, 610-377-2972 W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.

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United Presbyterian Church of Slatington Slatington, 610-767-8113 (HA) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

Northern Lehigh Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m.

St. Matthew’s UCC Kunkletown, 610-381-2442 W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.

Union United Church of Christ Neffs, 610-767-6961 (HA/N) W 8 & 10:30 a.m., Children 10:30 a.m.

People’s EC Church Lehighton W 8:30/10:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

St. Nicholas R.C. Berlinsville, 610-767-3107 W (M-F) 8:30 a.m., Sat 4:30 p.m., Sun 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m.

Sacred Heart Church Palmerton (HA) W Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:30 & 11 a.m.

Salem United Methodist Church Danielsville (N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m.

Salem United Methodist Church Aquashicola 610-826-2577 W 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., 2nd Sunday Fellowship 10:30 a.m.

Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632 W 10 a.m.

Shepherd’s Chapel www.shepherdschapel.com Regional online fellowship.

Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276 W 10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

St. John’s Episcopal Palmerton W 8 and 10 a.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 9:00 a.m. (N) St. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

St. John’s UCC Laury's Station (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

St. John’s UCC Slatington, 610-767-5554 (HA/N) W 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.

St. John’s UCC of Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA/N) W 9:30 a.m.

St. Paul’s UCC of Indianland Cherryville, 610-767-5751 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

St. Paul’s UCC Northampton, 610-261-2910 W 9:30 a.m. w/child care St. Peter’s Church of Emerald Emerald, 610-767-6233 (HA) W 10:15 a.m., Com. 1st Sun., SS 9 a.m.

St. Peter’s UCC Northampton (HA) W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Palmerton, 610-826-2359 Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m.

The Church of God Palmerton, 610-826-4972 W 10:15 a.m.

Trinity EC Church Berlinsville, 610-767-1167 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.

Trinity EC Church Slatington, 484-553-0218 W 10 a.m., Bible Study Wed 7 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church Lehighton, 610-377-4303 W Sun. 9 a.m. w/communion 1st & 3rd Sun. 1st Sat. W w/communion 5 p.m.

1st Tues. quiet communion 10 a.m.

Trinity UCC Coplay, 610-262-8933 (HA, N) W 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. W Thurs.

7 p.m.

Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (N) W 9 a.m.

Valleyview Baptist Church Northampton, 610-837-5894 (HA & N) W 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

Walnutport Seventh Day Adventist 610-767-8939 W 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

Whitehall Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

Whitehall Mennonite Church Egypt, 610-262-1270 (N) W 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-6636 W 10:00 a.m. (N) Zion UCC Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W 8:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

Zion’s Stone UCC Northampton, 610-262-1133 W 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) SS 9 a.m., W 10:30 a.m.

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St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church Lehigh Rally Day

Submitted by JOAN FONTANA St.John's Evangelical Lutheran of Mahoning Sunday School is gearing up for the upcoming year. The program is open to anyone in the community and will begin Sunday, September 14 with Rally Day during 9 a.m. worship. Breakfast and a Faith Scavenger Hunt will follow worship.

Regular Sunday School lessons will begin on September 21 from 10:15 until 11:15 a.m. All are welcome from pre-school to adult! If you are interested in enrolling your child(ren) in the Sunday School program, or just learning more, please feel free to contact Jan at 570-240-4429 or Janelle at 484-866-6399 or visit www.stjohnsmahoning.com.

Hope Lutheran Church Annual Yard Sale

Submitted by NINA WEISS Hope Lutheran Church will hold its annual yard sale on Friday, August 29 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. and Saturday, August 30 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. There is a special early bird entrance Friday at 7 a.m. for a $10 donation. Food and drinks will be available to purchase for takeout and lunch. The sale will feature clothing, shoes, purses, toys, games, puzzles, books, movies, CDs, video games, sporting goods, arts and crafts, holiday decorations, picture frames, small furniture, general household goods, linens, kitchenware, and hand and power tools. For more information about the sale, please call the church office at 610-767-7203.

Free Amateur Radio Classes

Submitted by BOB GREEN Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will offer nine Tuesday evening classes from 7 to 9 p.m. starting September 9 in the Gracedale Complex of Nazareth. Classes are open to all individuals interested in earning their entry-level FCC amateur radio license. For people already licensed, upgrade classes will be held on the same schedule, leading to the General Class license. Registration is required. To register or for more information, contact KE3AW@ARRL.NET or 610-432-8286. Visit www.dlarc.org or www.arrl.org.

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Holy Trinity Nursery School Openings

Submitted by ANN STEIGERWALT Holy Trinity Nursery School in Northampton has a limited number of openings for the 2014-2015 school year. Classes are held for children ages two through five years old. Children must turn the appropriate age for the class by September 1 to participate. For more information on class schedules and times or to arrange a visit, call the church at 610-262-2668.

Open house for those children already registered is scheduled for Monday, August 25. The two-yearold playgroup will meet from 6:30 until 7:30 p.m. The three and four-year-old classes will meet from 7:30 until 8:30 p.m.

Bethany Wesleyan Church

Submitted by LORRAINE GUNDRUM Wednesday night classes for adults, youth, and kids begins at Bethany Wesleyan Church on September 3 at 6:30 p.m. Classes are open to the public and everyone is invited to join.

Bethany Wesleyan is also continuing to offer zumba Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:30 until 7:30 p.m. this fall. Volleyball will be held Sunday nights beginning September 7 in the gym.

You can join a competition game at 5:30 p.m. or play recreationally at 7 p.m.

Coming Events at Bethany Wesleyan Church: Big Daddy Weave Sept. 12 at 7 p.m., National Christian Choir Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m., The Jacobs Brothers Nov. 12 at 1 p.m., Liz Curtis Higgs Nov. 30 at 9 and 10:45 a.m., and Annie Moses Band on Dec. 11.

Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville. Worship services are held each Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 9 and 10:45 a.m. in the Ministry Center. Family Worship service for children in grades one through five and their caregivers is held in the Children’s Center at 10:45 a.m. For more information, please call the church office at 610 767-1239 or visit online at www.bethanywes.org.

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game, for the gold, Marojoka defeated South Jersey Edge Black 1-0. Local girls on the roster included Kate Gogel, Brynne Ehrlacher, Morgan Mullen, and Abigail Piotrowski of Northampton, Madison Reese and Meghan Reese of Southern Lehigh, Caitlin Cunningham of Whitehall, Madison Orobono of Emmaus, and Sayler Burke of Palmerton.

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Local Field Hockey Club Wins Gold

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Horoscopes

By NEOMI CARROLL & GLADYS FUERST CANCER—June 21 to July 22—Sticking to plans is sometimes difficult, but if you have enough courage to make a schedule, you can stick to it.

LEO—July 23 to Aug. 22—Take the time to finish projects you already have started rather than starting any new ones.

VIRGO—Aug. 23 to Sept. 22—Now is a great time to take that trip. Broaden your horizons and experience new things.

LIBRA—Sept. 23 to Oct. 22—If you take the

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SCORPIO—Oct. 23 to Nov. 22—You may discover a joy in helping others. Take steps to improve yourself and those around you.

SAGITTARIUS—Nov. 23 to Dec. 21— Remember what your weekends are for. If you achieve your goals during the week, Saturday may be just what you need to relax.

CAPRICORN—Dec. 22 to Jan. 19—You may not know this, but those around you are deeply affected by your actions and reactions. Be cautious of others’ emotions.

AQUARIUS—Jan. 20 to Feb. 18—Too many mistakes can cost you more than you’ve bargained for. Slow down and save a few dollars.

PISCES—Feb. 19 to March 20—The coming week may result in a lot of excitement for you.

ARIES—March 21 to April 20—Take time to think about your best self.

TAURUS—April 21 to May 20—You are looking at financial growth in a positive direction. Do more, get more.

GEMINI—May 21 to June 20—Face difficult tasks head on and expect changes in the near future.

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Blue Valley Mountain Lions Softball Fast Pitch Tournament Team

Top, L-R: Shelby Gower (PHS), Alyssa Acker (PHS), Madison Kymer, Ashlyn Phillip, Reese Dugan (PHS, who also received MVP for pitching), Breanna McDonald, and Ciarrah Holmqvist.

Coaches, L-R: Doc Kreider, Phil Acker, Jason Kocis, and Dennis Suranofsky.

Submitted by TANYA FREY The Blue Valley Mountain Lions Softball Fast Pitch 15 and Under Tournament Team captured second place in the World Series. The team is currently ranked first in the state and twelfth in the country.

Overall in USSSA Tournaments, the team had two first place finishes, one second place finish (World Series), two third place finishes and one fifth place finish.

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Congratulations #77 Kevin Kromer

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A Celebration of Life for Tyler M. Kohler August 7, 2004 – August 7, 2014 On this day, it was 10 years since his passing. Tyler’s family and friends gathered at Indianland Cemetery to celebrate his 17 years spent here on Earth. As family and friends shared funny stories and wonderful memories, there were laughs and there were tears. Each guest was given a memory card to write a message to Tyler and attach it to their balloon for the “Celebration Balloon Release.” The song “I Can Only Imagine” played as the balloons were released and family and friends watched the balloons make their way up to Heaven.

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Don’t Be Shy with your Doctor about Embarrassing Gastrointestinal Symptoms (StatePoint) The most uncomfortable afflictions are often the most embarrassing. And anorectal health issues can interfere with almost everything one does, from sitting on a bus to enjoying a meal out with friends.

If you suffer from an uncomfortable and at times, painful condition like hemorrhoids, you’re not alone. In fact, millions of Americans -particularly those between the ages of 20 and 50 -are affected by hemorrhoids. Additionally, other anorectal disorders can have similar symptoms.

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• Change your exercise routine: While regular physical activity can improve your cardiovascular health and help you to maintain a healthy weight, certain types of activities can cause hemorrhoids.

Straining from weight lifting, for instance, may cause the veins near the anus and rectum to become swollen, eventually leading to this condition. Cycling may also exacerbate the issue.

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EVENTS “Blue Mountain Blowout” annual flea market to benefit the Northern Lehigh Food Bank. Saturday, September 6 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 4685 Lehigh Drive (Route 248) in Walnutport (The Town & Country Gazette and The Home News office parking lot). WE NEED VENDERS! $10 per vender space. We do not provide electricity or tables.

Nonperishable food donations welcome! Come out and support a great cause. FMI or to reserve vender space call Joe at 610-767-9600. (8/21) Gigantic $1.00 Sale! Westminster Village Auxiliary is having its annual used clothing sale Sept. 13 from 8 a.m. Until 1 p.m. Most men's women's and children's clothing will be sold for $1. Some are priced higher.

Proceeds go to Westminster Village, a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of its residents. (9/4) FLEA MARKET - Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church Luther Hall in the Picnic Grove 500 Church Drive, (Trachsville) Palmerton Date & Time: Saturday September 13, 2014 from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Vendors Welcome! Phone for Info: To reserve a space call Billie Jo at 610-681-2066 or email the church at jlc03@ptd.net(9/4) Multi-family yard sale, August 30-31, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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FOR SALE Bachmann HO Electric Train Set - $35, Bachmann Spectrum HO loco/tender $40, Thomas engine/cars/track $30, Hot Wheels rug $18 (cars .50 each),HW four lane racetrack $15, Nascar lunch bag $8, Chub City remote race cars $10, 17mghs remote race cars $31, Dale Earnhardt 9 x 11 clock $35, Poker Chip Carrousel $24, Poker Felt Mat BJ-Let it ride $15. Call 610-266-1368 (8/21) DISH TV Retailer. Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/month (where available.)

SAVE! Ask About SAME DAY Installation! CALL Now! 1-800681-2425 (10/30) Medical Guardian - Toprated medical alarm and 24/7 medical alert monitoring. For a limited time, get free equipment, no activation fees, no commitment, a 2nd waterproof alert button for free and more only $29.95 per month. 800-7834149 (10/30)

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FOR SALE

Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors.

American Made. Installation Included. Call 800-511-0573 for $750 Off. (10/31) SHARI`S BERRIES - Order Delicious Strawberries for Any Occasion! SAVE 20 percent on qualifying orders over $29! Fresh Dipped Berries starting at $19.99! Visit www. berries.com/care or Call 1-800712-9169 (10/16)

HELP WANTED $14 Per Hour Paid training.

FT/PT Hourly + commission & bonus FT benefits include vac, sick time, paid holidays & med plan. EOE. Call Jo: 610-266-9068 (8/21) Freelance Writers Needed – Do you have an interest in local government and community news? We are looking for freelance writers to cover municipal meetings and news in Nazareth and Northampton for a weekly newspaper. A journalism background and working knowledge of AP Style a plus. Please send your resume and writing sample to resume@idpcreative. com (8/21) HELP WANTED - Northern Lehigh School District Special Education Aide - Anticipated position for the 2014-2015 school year. Senior High School, Emotional Support Classroom Highly Qualified Para-Professional Preferred or Willing to Obtain Credentials to become Highly Qualified, 9:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. - 4 ½ Hours Per Day/5 Days Per Week/Up To 180 Days Per Year $11.40 Per Hour. Send resume to: Northern Lehigh School District 1201 Shadow Oaks Lane Slatington, PA 18080 Attn: Sharon Sherman, EOE (8/21)

TAKING APPLICATIONS -First Student is taking applications for School Bus Drivers in the Northampton School District. Part Time 20-25 hours per week Qualifications are; need to pass school bus physical, clear driving record, no misdemeanor, felonies or pending charges. We provide free training to obtain CDL. Apply at First Student, 3354 W Beersville Rd., Northampton 18067 or call 610-262-7173. (9/4)

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

Apartment Slatington – New 2 Bedroom, NO pets, W/S/G Included. $550+ utilities, security required. 610-3908691 (1/31/14) Fine Lodging, Slatington.

Clean, Safe, Quiet, Nicely furnished rms., $90-$120/week.

Private and shared bathrooms.

Color TV and cable incl. HBO. Up charge for A/C and onpremise parking. Internet avail. Furnished effic. & apts. $135-$170/week. Smoking on porches only, no pets. Shown by appointment only. Resident Manager. Call 610-7600700. (12/18) HOUSE FOR RENT- Slatington half double house for rent, 3 bed, 1.5 bath, $900/month, first and last month plus security, water/sewer/garbage included, stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer included. No pets. No smoking. 610-554-2917 (11/6) TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $830 no dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo) 610-759-0169 (8/21)

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

FSBO - 2 adjacent bldg. lots on 2400 block Dewey Ave in Northampton. Zoned R3 S&W hookup avail @lot $30,000 or both for $50,000. Contact Bethany Wesleyan Church, 610.767.1239 & ask for Ken or Lorraine (8/21)

SERVICES AVAILABLE A+ #1 ABZ. ENTERPRIZEZ Chimney Relining Specialists, Cleanings, Cars, Waterproofing, Masonry Repairs, Wood Stoves, Inserts, New Chimneys, Built and Installed! Little Ad Equals Big Savings. Call 570-325-5727 Insured and in business for over 20 years. Fast, Friendly and Fair! (8/21) All Types of unwanted Metal Wanted Household Appliances, Air Conditioners, Car Parts, Lawn Tractors, ATV, Motorcycles, Mobile homes, furnaces, metal buildings, structures, equipment. Residential, Commercial No Job to big. Cell 610751-9251 Jerry Anytime. (8/21) Building demolition, recycling and disposal. Specializing in old houses, barns, garages and additions. PA096869.

484-661-9358. B.R. LCC (12/19) Chimneys – Repointing, Rebuild, Repairs. Stucco and walls. No Job Too Small! Call Pete at 610-574-9771. Fully Licensed and Insured (8/21) Classifieds Work! – Place your classified ad for as little as $10 an issue. Place your ad online at www.townandcountrygazette.com.

Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Saw Chain, Mower Blades, Scissors, Knives, Clipper Blades, Carbide Tip Saws, and much more. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington, 610-767-9164.

(12/18) Heisler's Battery Outlet: We carry all kinds of batteries including electronic & toys. New & factory blems. All standard auto batteries $47.95. Chainsaws & mower blades sharpened, new chains by the foot.

3248 Love Road, Northampton.

610-262-8703 (12/18) Lot & Field Brush Hog Mowing available – Call 484239-4166 (10/16)

Buy It, Rent It, Sell It in the TCG classifieds!

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My Computer Works Computer problems? Viruses, spyware, email, printer issues, bad internet connections - FIX IT NOW! Professional, U.S.-based technicians. $25 off service.

Call for immediate help. 1-855278-7504 (10/30) Party Tents, Tables & Chairs for rent. We deliver and set up all our tents 610 776-6225 www. partytentsforrentbymarty.com (8/21) TIMS SHARPENING SERVICE Let me take care of your sharpening needs. Circular saws, carbide circular saw blades, planer blades, scissors, electric hedge fence trimmers, lawn mower blades, axes, chisels, chain saws, etc. Call 610767-5171 or 610-751-6182. (3/5) Trees by Dave & Son Take downs, round overs, lot clearing, stump grinding, aerial lift equipped. Over 20 years experience. Fully Insured, FREE estimates. 610-826-7487 Emergency Service 24-HRS. Call Dave’s Cell 570-657-1063.

(12/18)

WANTED

ALWAYS SCOUTING – ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLES Indian, Harley, American, European, & Select Japanese, Small to Large, Ratrods, etc.

Preferably not running. Garage Kept. Also Petroliana, 10ft.

Scotty Aero Campers. CA$H NOW! 570-325-5727 (8/21) Antiques Wanted: Old furniture, quilts, toys, rugs, dishes, birth certificates, baskets, holiday decorations, prints, frames, photos, postcards, jewelry, old advertising items, sports items, slates items. Dave Irons Antiques, 223 Covered Bridge Road (Kreidersville), Northampton. 610-262-9335 (12/18) Buying Guitars, Accordions, Old Amplifiers, Saxophones, Drums, Horns, Violins, Most Older Musical Instruments. Local Pick-up. Call Mike 330-3677100 (8/21)

Local Hunter Looking for Hunting Land – Any size 5 acre to 100+ acres in Lehigh, Northampton, or Carbon County. Will post and patrol your property for the privlege to hunt, willing to negotiate a financial agreement for hunting rights. If at all interesting please e-mail (cnamacky@ verizon.net) or call Ken at 610730-4508 (12/17/14) WANTED! VINTAGE SPORTSCARDS - BASEBALL FOOTBALL HOCKEY 1909-1979 All Brands Singles, Sets, Anything PAYING TOP DOLLAR FOR COMPLETE SETS TOBACCO CARDS AND PRE WAR Nothing Too Big, Too Small. Call Todd 610-703-0790 (10/16) WANTED! Your Used Guns or Gun Parts! Any condition: Good, Not so Good, or even plain old junk. WE buy, sell, trade, and repair guns. PRECISION ARMAMENTS 7141 Rt. 873, Slatington, PA 18080. 610767-9046 (12/18)

PERSONALS

SWM – 48, Clean, Healthy, and Financially Secure – seeks romantic female 35 – 45 for dating, friendship, companionship. Any Race OK. Call Joe 484-268-7620 L/M 24/7 Will Return Call (8/21)

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G A ZETTE

MEMORIAL

In Loving Memory of Howard E Strohl 4/7/26 – 8/18/23 The chairs where you sat are empty, Our ears yearn to hear your voice; To say goodbye was not our choice.

It was hard to let you go, Even though our faith is oh so strong; Every day it's for memories of you we long.

Stories you loved to tell, Are remembered as easily as the love you shared; A love that reached out because you so deeply cared.

We have been blessed to have you in our lives, And you have made this world a better place; Rest in peace dear man and again some day we will see you face to face.

Written by Daughter Linda Strohl-Sidor and wife Kathryn (8/19)

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Town & Country Gazette Advertiser’s Index ABC Early Learning Ctr......... 11 Ace’s Repair and Fix It Shop................................. 48 Acorn Stair Lifts....................... 42 Alexia’s Artistic Angles.......... 41 All American Tree...................... 3 Amey’s Clean Rite..................... 8 Amey’s Garage, Inc................... 2 Andrejack’s General Contracting, Inc....................... 42 Azure Salon.............................. 16 B. Biechy Construction Company................................... 34 Barry Hausman, Jr................... 35 Bechtel’s Pharmacy................. 22 Becker Homes.......................... 48 Benjamin Real Estate Berkshire Hathaway.................. 8 Best Kept Secrets....................... 3 Blue Mountain Construction, Inc..................... 49 Blue Mountain Evergreen....... 39 Campton Funeral.................... 18 Charles H. Mantz, Inc............. 38 Cherryville Service Center........................................ 52 Cindy’s Deli................................ 2 Clean Sweep..................13, 19, 51 Country Clippers Pet Grooming........................... 27 Crystal Vision Center.............. 23 David Hess Concrete...................49 Diane & Fred’s Leather Shop... 21 Don Messinger......................... 48 Donna’s Homecare................. 17 D-Ville Dumpsters.................. 37 Dynamic Auto.......................... 52 Everett Chiropractic.................. 7 Family Practice......................... 22 Frey & Co.................................... 2 Friedens Fire Co. AYCE.......... 15 G.D. Shupp............................... 49 George Bensing Funeral Home, Inc................... 20 Green Wood Nursery............. 49 Hassler Roofing Inc................. 33 Heidel Hollow.......................... 11

Home Helpers.......................... 24 Jack Follweiler’s Garage......... 21 Josie’s Loch of Hair.................... 4 Kohler Memorial..................... 39 Lehigh Valley Spinal................ 23 Lincoln Manor......................... 25 Little Moore Preschool........... 19 Livengood Excavators Inc...... 39 Lorah’s Pig Roasters............... 13 LT Hist Soc. Ice Cream........... 11 Macadam Driveways.............. 35 Mack’s Tree Service................. 41 Magic 105.5............................... 17 Mel Fritz Construction........... 49 Miller Supply........................... 34 Mint Home Improvement..... 48 Monica Sellers.......................... 19 Movie Trivia Winner................. 5 Myers Contracting.................. 48 Myster Tree & Shrub Service....................................... 49 Nancy's Therapeutic Massage....................................... 2 Neff’s Masonry........................ 48 Newhard Corn Shed............... 14 Newhard Pharmacy................ 24 NL Insurance & Notary............ 4 Off The Wall.............................. 18 Painting by Papering by R. Marlatt.................................. 36

Pastor Lundmark..................... 32 Phil & Son................................. 41 Phil Long Construction.......... 48 Plumbing Professionals......... 38 Precision Armaments............. 35 Primo Truck Drivers................ 42 Renee’s Personal Care............ 24 Richard B. Ryon ...................... 21 Ron Biechy................................ 49 Roosevelt Demo Club............. 14 Sillettco Fence.......................... 41 Silfies Fuel................................. 48 St. Peter’s UMC........................ 32 Stress Relief Center................ 25 Styling Zone............................. 13 Sule’s Collision Center........... 34 Susan C. Schneck.................... 20 Susie’s Shady Nook................. 12 The Village at Palmerton........ 25 TJ Uhnak................................... 37 Trees by Dave & Son............... 49 Troy Weber’s Portable Toilets... 41 Veterans Discount Oil............. 36 W. Neff Auto............................. 40 Walnutport Family Eye Care & Optical Boutique................. 24 Water Wheel Farm Mkt.......... 16 Wehr’s Country Corner............ 5 Williams Comfort.................... 42 Yons Construction................... 40

This issue’s WINNER of a free ice cream cake courtesy of the Ice Cream Lab is

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