Town & Country Gazette December 4

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From the Publisher’s Desk

Joe Korba

I spent this past weekend decorating for Christmas. We put up our artificial tree (cheating, I know).

I don’t care though; it’s part of our holiday tradition.

We adorned the fake tree with ornaments full of sentimentality and history while my wife watched Lifetime Christmas movies starring washed-up stars resigned to the low-budget movie fringes. I wouldn’t have it any other way. I love our holiday rituals, from dragging our decorations down from the attic to burning holiday-themed candles so our townhouse smells like Santa’s workshop ... or something vaguely like sugar cookies and cinnamon. It’s nostalgic, fun, and full of warmth and laughter.

We also had the rare chance to see family. We had the opportunity to slow down and visit the people who actually matter and to reflect on what is really important. It’s so easy to get caught up in the inertia of the grind, the day-to-day work that puts food on the table and pays the bills. I hope you all take a moment this holiday season to appreciate the small things. I enjoy the annual nap after a big holiday meal at my parents’ house and watching BBC’s Doctor Who Christmas Special when Jessica and I get home from festivities on Christmas Eve. These are the little moments that make big memories.

As always, I hope that you all enjoy our winter edition and just maybe take a minute to appreciate the small stuff.

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GAZETTE 4685 Lehigh Drive, Walnutport, PA 18088 P 610-767-9600 • F 610-767-9612 AskUs@TownAndCountryGazette.com www.TownAndCountryGazette.com ISSN 1942-2091 Paul and Lisa Prass―Publishers Joe Korba―Associate Publisher Danielle Tepper―Editor Alice Wanamaker―Editorial Assistant Catherine Stroh―Staff Writer Tony Pisco―Art Director Donna Bachman―Accounting Manager Tyler Trumbauer―Contributing Writer Erica Montes―Director of Creative Services The Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette is published the first and third Thursday of the month. The Gazette does not assume responsibility for an ad beyond the cost of the ad itself; we cannot be responsible for typographic errors. We reserve the right to reject any article or advertisement thought to be offensive or not contributing to the needs of the community. Signed letters will be printed at the discretion of the editor. News items and ads should be submitted by 4 p.m. on the deadline date, located on the bottom of the front cover.

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Lehigh Township Historical Society News

Submitted by BEVERLY PUTT The LT Historical Centre will be open Sunday, Dec. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. This holiday season, share the gift of history with your family and friends. Our museum shop area has special and unique gifts for people on your Christmas list. Look through our new merchandise (caps, T-shirts, sweatshirts in all sizes) for suggestions for that special someone on your Christmas list. Also, Redner coupons make great stocking stuiffers. Stop in to browse through the museum and do your Christmas shopping at the same time.It is time for yearly dues. We hope members will renew their dues and we also welcome new members. Check the website at www.lehightownshiphistoricalsociety.org for more information.

On Dec. 21 at 2:30 p.m., the lucky winner of the Christmas basket will be announced at the Blue Mountain Drive-In and Restaurant in Danielsville. Stop in before Dec. 21 for your chance on the Christmas basket. We wish everyone a happy holiday season and thank you for your support throughout 2014.

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Meet the Staff What was (or is) your favorite way to spend a snow day?

Joe Korba, Associate Publisher: My little Carbon County hometown, Weatherly, had some truly great sleighriding hills that made for some fun snow days when I was young. My absolute favorite thing to do is hunker indoors with a good book.

Danielle Tepper, Editor: Our land is perfect for snow tubing.

Whenever I got a snow day in high school, my sister and I would start at the back hill, fly past the house at breakneck speed, down the front lawn, and wind up in the street. These days, I’d rather just cozy up next to the fireplace with a book I can’t put down.

Alice Wanamaker, Editorial Assistant: When I was a kid I loved spending a good snow day outside sledding down the hill in front of my house. The entire neighborhood usually got involved and sledding turned into snowball fights and fort making.

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Catherine Stroh, Publishing Assistant: As a child, I would have answered going sledding, hot chocolate, and building igloos, but nowadays a perfect scenario snow day would be quality time with the couch, my robe, Netflix, some Moscato, and my cocker spaniel Daisy. (And lots of food.)

Tony Pisco, Art Director: I like to go outside with my boys to play in the snow. Sometimes we try to sled or build a snow fort or even walk to the playground because that’s neat to check out all snowed up.

Donna Bachman, Accounting Manager: There is nothing better than a snow day being stuck inside my house. I love to have our fireplace going and being able to catch up on things that I would not normally take the time to do. The best is to be inside and hear the voices and laughter of my grandchildren braving the snow and thinking to themselves this is the best day ever.

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Slatington 150 History Book Update Submitted by ROBERT STETTNER The Slatington 150 History Committee shares the following update on the much-anticipated new history book on Slatington history that is being printed in conjunction with the 150th anniversary of Slatington’s incorporation. After a year and a half of researching and writing, all the material to be included in the book has been turned over to Chernay Printing. The editing of articles is complete and the committee is currently reviewing proofs of various chapters. The committee hopes to review a complete final proof of the book shortly after Thanksgiving, in hopes of having the book printed and ready for distribution shortly before Christmas. However, at this time the history committee does not know the timetable for certain.

Look for an announcement in the next issue of the Gazette regarding when and where More Stories To Share: Slatington at 150 Years will be available.

The 500-plus page hardcover book on Slatington history will contain the following chapters: 1) Foreword & Dedication, 2) Our Beginnings, 3) Church & Cemetery Histories, 4) Businesses, 5) Service Organizations & Clubs, 6) Family Histories, 7) Luminaries, 8) On This Day In Slatington History, 9) Accidents, Disasters, Tragedies, & Weather

Events, 10) High School Sports, 11) More Stories To Share, 12) Afterword.

There will be only 500 copies of this book printed and those wishing to purchase a book are urged not to wait. There are only 150 copies yet to be purchased and the committee anticipates that once the books are published, any unsold copies will quickly be sold.

For individuals living out of state who need their books shipped to their residences, there will be a shipping charge to mail the books. Unfortunately, the Slatington 150 History Committee can not absorb the cost of shipping the books. The Slatington 150 History Committee asks for the public’s understanding in this matter. The cost to ship books out of state is $10. For those living out of state who ordered books and would like to expedite the shipping process, rather than wait for a notification from the history committee, they can send a check for $10 to cover the cost of postage, boxes, and shipping materials to Slatington 150 Committee, P.O. Box 151, Slatington, PA 18080.

Anyone with questions regarding the book or shipping may call any one of the following history committee members: Candyce at 610-767-4795, Robert at 610-767-7626, or Tim at 610-767-5935.

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First Deer Harvested

Each year the Attorneys and Staff at Steckel and Stopp collect funds to dress down on Fridays.

Often clients will also donate while at the offices on “Dress Down Friday�. The funds are donated to local community service organizations. This year a check for $425.00 was presented to the Northern Lehigh School District Toys for Tots program. The Student Council Advisor and Student Council members accepted the check on behalf of Northern Lehigh School District at the Steckel and Stopp Law Office at 1036 Main Street, Slatington.

Pictured from left to right, top row: Mr. Jon DeFrain, Northern Lehigh School District Student Council Advisor, Sandra Maurer, Steckel and Stopp Controller, Brittany Kunkle, Steckel and Stopp Office Coordinator, Donna Keichel, Accounts Administrator. Bottom Row: Members of Student Council, from left to right: Erika McKay, Shelby Kreglow, Devan Pepe and Sagan Schaeffer.

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Submitted by the Zemlansky family Johnathan Zemlansky, nine, of Slatedale harvested this nine-point buck in his first year of hunting with a crossbow. The rack was unusual with both a lobster claw and a hole in the antler.

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Slatington Library News

Submitted by LOUISE BECHTEL Are you looking for ideas for Christmas? The library has three of Bill Leickel’s local history books available: Businesses Along the Boulevard, History of Movie Theaters in Slatington, and Slatington Soap Box Derby 1937-1978. The two-disc DVD of Slatington’s 1964 Centennial is for sale and tote bags are now $5.

Pathmark shoppers, you should have been mailed a new card which you will use to designate your choice of charity. Please use this card when you shop. If you don’t have a Pathmark rewards card, please sign up for one and choose the Slatington Public Library to receive your donation. Medicare Part D open enrollment begins Oct. 21 and ends Dec. 3. Volunteers from APRISE will be available to help Tuesdays each week during the enrollment period. Please call the library to make an appointment.

The library is holding a $1/bag sale. Books, puzzles, videos, audio books, etc., anything you can fit in a bag is $1. The library takes donations of books. We do not take encyclopedias, National Geographic magazines, or Reader’s Digest condensed books.

Library hours are Monday and Wednesday 9 Rotary Club of Slatington a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Friday 9 2015 Daily Number Pocket Calendar a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; closed Thursday and Sunday. Contact us at 610-767-6461.

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Community Calendar EVERY THURSDAY •Good Shepherd Church of Slatington playgroup (1st & 3rd), 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5. FMI, 610760-1687.

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

•Polka, Laurel Fire Co. (3rd & 4th) 5 to 7 p.m. FMI, 610-262-2077.

•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 to 9:30 p.m. Dancing and lessons are held at the American Legion in Slatington.

FMI, 610-760-1917 •Rotary Club of Slatington meeting, Woodstone Country Club, 6:15 p.m. FMI, 484-951-2468.

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

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

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

•Yoga, Peters Elementary School, 6 to 7 p.m. FMI, 610-760-0300.

•PA German Friends meeting (3rd), St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Allentown. FMI, 610-264-2979.

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

EVERY FRIDAY

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

•Adult Stretch, Vigilant Fire Co. 10 a.m. to 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. to 11 a.m. Northampton Rec. Center. Toddler based activities/ group activities - FMI 610-5022990 or reccenter@rcn.com.

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. to 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. to 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 to 10 a.m. 1633 W. Elm St. Allentown.

FMI 610-437-3700.

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

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

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

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

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

EVERY MONDAY

•Book Club, Palmerton Library (3rd Monday) 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

•Quilters Club at St. Peter’s UCC, Northampton. 1 to 4 p.m.

FMI 610-837-7426.

•Dance lessons through methodology of line dancing.

6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at 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 to 9 p.m.

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

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

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

•Zumba, Emerald Fire Co., 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. FMI: 484-695-7476.

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

•Al-Anon Family Group/Serenity Seekers, United Methodist Church, Aquashicola/Palmerton, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. FMI 484-477-9697.

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. to 7:30 p.m. FMI 610-7671239.

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

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Community Calendar •Senior Strength and balance class, Northampton Borough Rec. Center. 1 to 1:45 p.m. free with Silver Sneakers. FMI 610-502-2990 or reccenter@rcn.com.

EVERY WEDNESDAY •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. to 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. to 8 p.m.

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

•Homework Helpers, Palmerton Library 3 p.m. to 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 to 4 p.m. 1633 W. Elm St. Allentown. FMI 610-437-3700.

Sunday, Dec. 7

•Lehigh Township Historical

Centre, Holiday Open House, 1-4 p.m., Memorabilia of Lehigh Township, Merchandise available. Route 248, Pennsville.

Free admission. FMI 610-7675989.

•Lehigh Gap Nature Center Speaker Series, Howard Reinert, Ph.D. “Tracking Rattlesnakes.” 3 p.m.

•Nativity Display, Heidelberg Union Church, Saegersville Area, Irvin and Church Roads, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Come see the beautiful display – cookies and punch served. FMI: 610767-4740

Monday, Dec. 8

•Lehigh Township Historical

Society meeting, 7 p.m., LT Historical Centre, Rt. 248, Pennsville. FMI 610-767-5989.

Tuesday, Dec. 9

•Free community meal at St.

John's UCC, Palmerton from 5-6:30 p.m. Free and open to the public

Wednesday, Dec. 10

Library Board of Trustees meeting, 6:30 p.m.

•Grief Share, Surviving The Holidays session at Bethany Wesleyan Church, 6:30 p.m.

•Preschool playgroup, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2nd Street, Slatington, 10 until 11 a.m. FMI: 610-704-9595

Thursday, Dec. 11

•American Sewing Guild

meeting Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter. Chrin Community Center, Palmer at 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Open to ASG members and interested public.

Tuesday, Dec. 16

•Northern Lehigh Community

Center board meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Vigilant Fire Co., Slatington.

Wednesday, Dec. 17

•Traveling with Diabetes

presentation, 1 p.m., Slatington Public Library, 650 Main Street.

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•Hokendauqua Chapter of Trout Unlimited, Catasauqua High School, Rm. C219. 2500 W. Bullshead Rd., Northampton.

FMI: 610-262-7598.

•Northampton Area Public

Thursday, Dec. 4

•Walnutport leaf collection,

New St. to 3rd Ave.

Saturday, Dec. 6

•Palmerton’s Christmas in the

Park, FMI: 610-826-5777

•Lehigh Gap Nature Center

Holiday Open House, 1 through 3 p.m.

•Holiday Tea, Filbert Bed & Breakfast, 3740 Filbert Drive, Danielsville. RSVP: 610-4283000.

•Nativity Display, Heidelberg Union Church, Saegersville Area, Irvin and Church Roads, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Come see the beautiful display – cookies and punch served. FMI: 610767-4740

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The eye exam will be performed by Walnutport Family Eye Care.

To take advantage of this important and FREE opportunity, which ends Dec. 31, 2014, please contact Wayne A. Benninger, Community Action Chairman for the Lehigh Township Lions Club, at 610-349-3596 or any other Lehigh Township Lions Club member.

As part of a public service project, the eye exam fees will be paid by the Lehigh Township Lions Club..... serving Lehigh Township since I951.

This offer is limited to the first 200 qualified respondents.

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34th Annual Governor Wolf Historical Society Christmas House Tour Submitted by JULIA SWAN The Governor Wolf Historical Society will hold its 34th annual Christmas House Tour of historic homes and landmarks from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. In addition to six 100-yearold-plus homes on the tour, God’s Missionary Church, near the Horner Cemetery, will be featured. The cemetery dates to 1745. Among the homes on the tour are a 1730-40s log home (with additions), a 1787 home built by Hugh Horner, and an 1840 farmhouse. Four of the homes are in the Schnecksville area, making it easy to navigate the tour.

The society is planning to have bus transportation available for a small additional cost. The tour leaves the campus at 10:30 a.m. and will last about 3.5 hours. To reserve your seat, call Glen Gunther at 610-759-2344. Box lunches will also be available. Let Glen know when you make your reservation whether you would like one.

The three buildings on the society’s campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road in Bath, will again be open for the tour with a total of 15 crafters in all three buildings, a fresh wreath and swag sale,

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hearth cooking demonstration and tastings, and more. The Daily Grind Café will be open in the Monocacy School, so visitors can take a break with a beverage and pastry, eat lunch or purchase food to take along on the house tour route. The cafe will operate from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tickets for the tour went on sale Nov. 17. They are $19 in advance and $24 the day of the tour.

They are on sale at Bath Drug, S. Seem Antiques and Artisans, Curt’s Cyclery, and Miller Supply Ace Hardware.

Tickets are for sale the day of the tour at the society campus, just off Route 512, three miles north of Route 22, between Bethlehem and Bath.

For more information about the tour, including where advance tickets can be purchased, visit the society’s website at govwolf.org.

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Northern Lehigh Community Center News Submitted by MICHELLE RABER The Northern Lehigh Community Center Board would like to thank all of the donors and financial supporters this year through fundraisers, coin tosses, buy a brick and plaque program, and annual fund drive. Without you, we would not have gotten this far. In 17 years, we have raised $650,000 and are still working hard to finish the project.

We thank the North Lehigh Chapter of Thrivent

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for their generous donation of $300 in November.

The preschool playgroup meets again Dec. 10 from 10 to 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church on 2nd St. in Slatington. Call Cortney at 610-7049595 for more information.

Ideas for Christmas gifts include punch cards or gift certificates for your friends or family to participate in our exercise programs. Check out www.nlcommunitycenter.com for more information.

“Buy A Brick”s can still be purchased in honor of or memory of your favorite person or family.

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NCC-PASR Focuses on Service

L—R: Ruby Ifkowitz, JoAnn Bailey, Desiree DeNicola, Shirley Koch, and Barbara Rasely.

Submitted by RUBY IFKOWITZ Service was the unofficial theme of the October luncheon of NCC-PASR (Northampton County Chapter—PA Association of School Retirees).

Some of the presentations were expected; the others were definite surprises.

Barbara Rasely received the only expected award, the John Dillon Service Award. This award can be presented each year to a chapter member in recognition of that person’s outstanding service. The Executive Committee selected Barbara because of her years of dedicated, efficient, prompt, and accurate service as the chapter’s secretary. Barbara participates in other community activities as well.

Desiree DeNicola received the other annual award, Volunteer of the Year, because she had the highest number of volunteer service hours from those who submitted a service record. Her major activity is portraying The Cat in the Hat at many schools and for various community organizations on or around the annual celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday.

Linda Stubits, Community Service chairperson and the presenter of that award, also showed attendees the Little Red Wagon and plaque given to the chapter by NRTA (National Retired Teachers’ Association). This group presents awards annually through its With Our Youth campaign to honor groups that have had a tremendous impact on young people. NCCPASR was one of three recipients in Pennsylvania selected from over 3,000 applications. Its primary programs are collecting books for Easton’s Cops ‘n’ Kids program and collecting non-perishable food items—as well as pet food—to be donated to local food banks.

Region Director Tom Schmoyer surprised JoAnn Bailey with a special PASR commendation for her many years of service to both the chapter and the state organization. JoAnn held numerous offices at the local level before going on to provide service in various capacities at the region and

state levels and can still be counted on to work on any project.

Schmoyer also presented chapter president Ruby Ifkowitz with a PASR commendation for her service as an officer over the last six years. She also accepted a PASR certificate from Phyllis Seems, Region President-Elect, in commemoration of the chapter’s 50th anniversary.

Everyone enjoyed the special birthday cake in honor of Shirley Koch’s 90th birthday. Shirley too has held many chapter positions over the last two decades. In addition, she’s very active with her church as well as helping friends and neighbors with everyday needs.

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Snowed i n ?

No better way to celebrate than

with staying warm by the oven crafting some chilly confections. Cupcakes are all the rage lately and it’s easy to see why; versatility, creativity, and hey, they’re just fun to make. Get into the season with these three cute and easy ideas.

Snowmen

You’ll need: White frosting, regular sized marshmallows, jumbo marshmallows, Oreos, dark chocolate truffles, black decorating gel, Betty Crocker Cookie Icing in white, shredded coconut, pretzel sticks, confetti dots, fruit roll, and orange Starburst candy. (Any kind of cake will do.)

Directions: Use a jumbo marshmallow for the body, regular for the head. The confetti dots can be attached with a dab of icing for the buttons, pretzel sticks for the arms. Draw a face using the decorating gel and cut a slice of Starburst for the nose.

The hats are a clean Oreo cookie half with half a truffle attached with icing. Cut slivers of fruit roll as the scarf. Attach the body to the cupcake, then add coconut snow.

Detailed instructions can be found at www.catchmyparty.com/blog/diy-marshmallowsnowman-cupcakes.

Snowflake

Chocolate cake will make this decorative topping pop a bit more. The cream cheese icing has been colored with sky blue AmeriColor and dotted with white non-pareils and silver dragees.

Visit www.glorioustreats.com/2010/12/snowflake-cupcakes for complete directions and a how-to on those snowflakes.

Snowy Trees You’ll need: Chocolate cake is recommended to resemble the ground, then use vanilla frosting, green food coloring, sugar ice cream cones, silver dragees, and powdered sugar for dusting.

Directions: Slice the top of the cupcake to create a flat surface and slather with white icing to create snow effect and to attach cone. Add green coloring and pipe the green icing onto the cone.

Decorate with dragees and dust with powdered “snow.”

Read more at www.justataste.com/2012/12/christmas-treechocolate-cupcakes-recipe.

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Mason jars have become ridiculously trendy because there’s seemingly no limit to what you can do with them. Try them as little gifts this year as a way to say thank you to a friend, teacher, or special someone.

Snow Globe:

DIY by designing a one-of-a-kind scene on the inside of the lid. Be sure to use strong glue. Fill the jar 3/4 of the way with water and some glitter and/or fake snow, then lower your winter wonderland scene into it and screw the lid on tight. Turn upside down and voila!

Candle Holder:

Frost the outside of the jar with some glue and fake snow, garnish with festive adornments and ribbon, then add a tiny tea light (or holiday scented candle). Use them for ambiance atop your mantle or for filling your home with the scent of Christmas.

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The easiest and probably most popular way to do this is to gift the gift of hot cocoa. Layer the mix with some tasty accouterments like marshmallows and peppermint and top it off with a vibrant Christmas ribbon. You can also use these jars to give cookie ingredients, drink mixes, and other holiday guilty pleasures.

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Write (and complete) a winter bucket list to ensure that you get to do all the things you enjoy this season, like ice skating or drinking hot chocolate

Count It Down

Gather the little ones and settle in for a family-friendly holiday film each night leading up to Santa’s visit with ABC Family’s 25 Days of Christmas. Visit their Facebook page (www. facebook.com/25DaysofChristmas) for the full schedule

2014 Slatington Tree Lighting Scheduled Submitted by ALICE WANAMAKER Join Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce for an evening of socializing and celebrating the holiday season as a community with friends, family, and fellow Chamber members at our annual tree lighting. The fun kicks off at 6 on Friday, Dec. 5 at Slatington Memorial Park (509 Main Street).

In the event of inclement weather, we will meet in the fellowship hall of St. Johns UCC Church. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while listening to caroling led by the Northern Lehigh Freedom Chorus.

Prior to the lighting of the tree, Santa will arrive by fire truck for photos with the kids. We will also be collecting unwrapped toys for the Toys For Tots program. Please bring an unwrapped toy that will benefit a Lehigh Valley child. This event is free, so be sure to bring the whole family.

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Veterans Memorial Placed

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Submitted by NANCY STOTT In time for Veterans Day, a memorial stone honoring all the veterans buried in St. Paul’s UCC Indianland Graveyard and Cemetery was placed.

It reads: “In Honor Of All Veterans Known And Unknown At Rest In Our Cemetery.”

The stone is made of Pennsylvania Granite and was chosen for this reason. The burial directory includes the name and location of the burial site for the 46 veterans of wars starting with the French and Indian and continuing through Korea who have gravestones. There are likely numerous additional veterans, many who served in the Revolutionary War, buried at St. Paul’s who have no gravestones and for whom no record exists.

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Traditions of Hanover At Home to hold Senior Breakfast

Submitted by KRISTY MUENZ Seniors, join us for breakfast! Traditions of Hanover At Home is pleased to invite seniors in the community for breakfast at Diner 248, located at 3701 Nazareth Rd. in Easton on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 9:30 a.m. It’s our treat; choose from a selection of delicious foods and enjoy this breakfast, compliments of Traditions of Hanover At Home. Learn more about Traditions of Hanover At Home and all the services they can provide to help you remain independent in the comfort of your own home.

This event is free and open to the public; however, seating is limited. Please RSVP by calling 610-4193295 to reserve your spot at the breakfast table. Traditions of Hanover At Home provides in-home care solutions to seniors. Caregivers (non-medical) assist seniors in their own homes so they can maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life. Services are monthly, weekly, or daily care; respite care (planned temporary relief for the family caregiver); and emergency care. For more information on services offered by Traditions of Hanover At Home, call Director Marisa Leaser at 610-419-3295 or visit www.traditionsofhanoverathome.com.

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Just Married

S&J

Jaime Lynn Derhammer, daughter of Wayne and Sue Derhammer of Danielsville, and Nathanial Vickers, son of Meg and Richard Vickers of Mechanicsville, Maryland, were united in Holy Matrimony on Saturday, October 4, 2104. Their ceremony took place outdoors at the beautiful Summerseat Farms in Mechanicsville and was officiated by Justin Barlow.

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A Tiny Hamster Thanksgiving

HelloDenizen is back with their fourth video of tiny animals eating tiny food. Did you enjoy your Thanksgiving feast? So did these little critters—and they did it with pilgrim hats. The star of the show (said tiny hamster) had a few friends over for his holiday spread. They enjoyed the works: a tiny turkey (carved with a scalpel!), classic cranberry sauce, and even teensy slices of pie.

Published Nov. 18, the adorable holiday celebration has already racked up over a million views and naturally, it cropped up across a plethora of platforms like Time.com, HuffPost, Women’s Health Mag, and even Good Morning America.

The chefs would like viewers to rest assured about the animals’ diets, stating, “As always, we work with professional animal trainers to be sure that all the food is hamster/bunny/rat/cute animal safe!”

Keep suggesting #tinyideas via Facebook (www.facebook.com/HelloDenizen) or Twitter (@HelloDenizen).

Maybe they’ll use yours for a future viral video! The full video can be viewed on our website at www. townandcountrygazette.com.

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Chiropractic Care • Rehabilitation Facility Massage Therapy • D.O.T. Exams New Patients seen immediately Western Pocono Lioness Updates Submitted by BARBE SIEG The Western Pocono Lioness had a guest speaker, Cindi Starner, at the November meeting. She spoke of the many wonderful things the Center for Vision Loss does for the West End area. These services are free and include young children. Children as young as six months are vision tested.

The Western Pocono Lioness will have their December meeting one week early due to the holiday. Join them Dec. 16 at 6 p.m. at the American Legion in Gilbert. A “Cookie Bonanza” will begin at 6 with a meeting to follow at 7. All members and future members are invited to attend.

Watch for the new soupsin-a-jar and peppermint puffs-in-a-jar for your holiday gift giving. The Western Pocono Lioness invites you visit their website at www.westernpoconolioness.org.

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Young at Heart Christmas

ADVENT CAROLS CHOCOLATE CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS ELF FAMILY FROSTY GIFTS HAPPY HOME JESUS LIGHTS MISTLETOE MUSIC PRESENTS REINDEER RUDOLF SANTA SHARE SKIRT SNOW STOCKING TINSEL TREE

JOKE CORNER Can you guess what this is?

Q: What do you call an elf who sings?

A: A wrapper!

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YMCA Catasaqua 6th Annual Tree of Lights Submitted by MELISSA BROWN The Suburban North Family YMCA in Catasauqua will be hosting their 6th Annual Tree Of Lights on Monday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. in the YMCA gymnasium.

This yearly event provides an opportunity to express our appreciation of those we love and cherish. We invite you to participate by purchasing a light on the tree in front of the YMCA main entrance. A contribution of $10 or more purchases a white light, a contribution of $100 or more purchases a gold light, and $250 or more purchases a red light. These lights will shine throughout the holiday season. Lights may be purchase in memory of loved ones or in honor of living friends, family members, or groups and organizations. Your donation is taxdeductible. Donations will be accepted through December 31. Proceeds from this project will benefit youth programs at the Suburban North Family YMCA. Join us for the festivities Dec. 8. The YMCA preschool students will perform, Pastor Cronce of the Presbyterian Church of Catasauqua will

share a reflection of the holiday season, and refreshments will be served. To purchase a light or to RSVP (by Dec. 4), contact the Y at 610-264-5221.

Happy Birthday Hilda Groller - 78 onDec. 13 Devon Angstadt - 35 on Dec. 17 Tyler Rogers - 19 on Dec. 17 Mark A. Cuth - 52 on Dec. 18

Slatington Lions Club Annual Christmas Tree Sale Starts Saturday, November 29 Monday through Friday, 4-8 Saturday/Sunday, 9-8 At the Slatington Trailhead Main St. Slatington

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Cooking with

Bacon Beer Cheese Dip

Catherine

Recipe courtesy of foodnetwork.com.

Ingredients

6 bacon slices • 2 tbsp butter • ¼ cup flour • 1 cup cream • 1 cup beer • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard ½ tsp smoked paprika • 2 cup grated cheddar cheese • Scallions

Directions

1993 ~ Celebrating 21 Years ~ 2014

Cook bacon slices in a saucepan; remove and leave the drippings. Melt two tablespoons of butter with the drippings.

Add ¼ cup of flour, cook over medium heat, and stir for two minutes. Add one cup each of cream and beer, one tablespoon of dijon mustard, and ½ a teaspoon of smoked paprika. Simmer for five minutes.

Stir in two cups of grated cheddar until

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melted. Top with scallions and bacon pieces before serving.

Every time I make this recipe, it turns out slightly different. I’ve been playing around with different types of beer; so far I’ve used Guinness and Blue Moon. Unless you are a fan of the thick bitterness that is Guinness, I would advise against using it. As far as what to dip in this cheesy beer bacon goodness? I’d suggest soft pretzels, possibly even a sourdough or pumpernickel bread. Good luck and enjoy!

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Pastor’s Comments In large print at: Comments www.NAOG.ws/pc Pastor’s In large print at: www.NAOG.ws/pc

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Why God Became Flesh

This season commemorates commemorates the the most most glorious glorious message message in in all all of of This season history—God became man in order to bring us into fellowship history—God became man in order to bring us into fellowship with Himself! Isaiah had prophesied, “Behold, a virgin shall be with child, Himself! had prophesied, “Behold, a virgin shall be with andIsaiah shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which with child, and shallbeing bring interpreted forth a son, is, andGod theywith shallus” call (Matthew his name 1:23).

Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us” (Matthew Agnostics and theological liberals have tried to deny the miracu1:23). lous virgin birth and divinity of Jesus, yet the Bible proclaims, “In Agnostics and theological tried denyGod, the and miracuthe beginning was the Word,liberals and thehave Word wastowith the Word wasbirth God...and the of Word was flesh, and dwelt lous virgin and divinity Jesus, yetmade the Bible proclaims, “In among us” (John 14). Paul wasGod, manifest in the beginning was1:1, the Word, anddeclares, the Word“God was with and the the flesh” (1 Timothy 3:16). This incarnation of divinity was foretold Word was God...and the Word was made flesh, and dwelt in Scripture, “For unto us a child is born, and unto us a son is among us” (John 1:1, shall 14). Paul declares, “God was manifestThe in given...and his name be called Wonderful, Counsellor, mighty God, The everlasting (Isaiah “Whose goings the flesh” (1 Timothy 3:16). ThisFather” incarnation of9:6). divinity was foretold forth have been old,a from 5:2).

Jesus in Scripture, “Forfrom untoofus child everlasting” is born, and(Micah unto us a son is stated, “before Abraham was, I am” (John 8:58). given...and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The God became flesh in order to save us from our sin. “Jesus came mighty everlasting Father” (Isaiah1:15).

9:6). “Whose into the God, worldThe to save sinners” (1 Timothy Our sin goings separates us from 59:2).everlasting” God’s perfect justice requires forth have been God from (Isaiah of old, from (Micah 5:2).

Jesus judgment for our sin. “Death upon all men, for that all stated, “before Abraham was, passed I am” (John 8:58). have sinned” (Romans 5:12). God loved us (John 3:16) and gave God became order to save sin. “Jesus came His Son, Jesus,flesh to dieinon the cross forus allfrom whoour believe and receive into to as save sinners”Him, (1 Timothy sepaHim.the “Asworld many received to them1:15). gaveOur he sin power to become God, 59:2). even God’s to them that believe on his rates us the fromsons God of(Isaiah perfect justice requires name” (John 1:12). youpassed respondupon to God’s love? judgment for our sin. Will “Death all men, forWill thatyou all believe in Him (Romans and receive HimGod as your now? have sinned” 5:12). lovedSavior, us (John 3:16) and gave His Son, Jesus, to die on the cross for all who believe and receive Him. “As many as received Him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name” (John 1:12). Will you respond to God’s love? Will you believe in Him and receive Him as your Savior, now?

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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 8/10:30 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.

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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.

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.

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

Christmas Eve at 5:30, 7 p.m.

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

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.

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

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

Heidelberg UCC Heidelberg, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 8:30 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.

Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA/N) W 10:30 a.m., SS 9 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.

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

Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-1526 W 11 a.m., SS 9:45 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 & 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m.

Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-1812 Communion 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 (HA) W Sat. 6 p.m., Com. 1st Sat. BS Thurs. 7 p.m.

Grace United Church of Christ Northampton, 610-262-7186 (HA) 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. John’s UCC of Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA/N) W 9:30 a.m.

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

St. John’s ELC Lehighton, 570-386-9960 W 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.

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

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

9/14 – Rally Day at 9 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Whitehall, 610-262-1600 W 8/10:15 a.m., SS 8:50 a.m.

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

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

St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 8/10:15 a.m. (N), SS 9 a.m.

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. Paul’s UCC Northampton, 610-261-2910 W 10:15 a.m. w/child care, SS 9 a.m.

St. Peter’s Church of Emerald Emerald, 610-767-6233 (HA) W 10:15 a.m., Com. 1st Sun., SS 9 a.m.

AWANA 6 p.m., BS 10 a.m. Mon., 7 p.m. Wed., 6 p.m. Sun. 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 Evangelical Lutheran Church Lehighton, 610-377-4303 W Sun. 9 a.m. w/communion 1st & 3rd Sun., SS 10:30 a.m.

1st Sat. W w/communion 5 p.m.

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1st Tues. quiet communion 10 a.m.

Christmas Eve at 6, 9 p.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 (HA, N) W 8/10:45 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.

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

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

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 Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-261-1812 W 11:00 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.

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.

KEY: W – Worship, SS – Sunday School, N – Nursery, HA – Handicapped Accessible, BS – Bible Study, SG – Study Group

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Review: Nightcrawler I had to resist the urge to talk about The Walking Dead again this week—but seriously, the midseason finale pretty much blew my brains out ... ahem, pun intended. (Too soon?) Instead, I wanted to gush a bit about one of my favorite actors and his creeptastic new film.

Nightcrawler stars my boyfriend Jake Gyllenhaal as Louis Bloom, a slippery Los Angeles sociopath who gets sucked into the grim morbidity of television news: “If it bleeds, it leads.” (Sad but true fact; not for nothing, I heard that on the first day of my

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news reporting class in college.) Bloom, driven to find a job but reeling from another rejection, spies the wreckage of a car crash one night and pulls over to observe.

When he discovers that the footage shot by a gruff cameraman [Bill Paxton] may make it onto the morning news, you can practically see the light bulb go off in his eyes. Armed with a police scanner and a hapless intern [Riz Ahmed], Bloom dives headfirst into the cutthroat blood sport of crime journalism.

Last week, Gyllenhaal told David Letterman he viewed Bloom as “morally corrupt.” “He’s a bottom-feeder,” echoed Letterman. Bloom’s ambition pushes him to the point of, dare I say it, murderous obsession. He wants to be the best and he’s willing to do whatever it takes— including moving bodies around to stage a better shot and racing against the police to be first on the scene.

Furthering his descent is the bloodthirsty producer [Rene Russo] breathing down his neck, desperate to keep viewers of her low-rated station attentive, or, at the

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very least, clinging to the entrails of the latest victim. “Think of our newscast as a screaming woman running down the street with her throat cut,” she tells Bloom. “I understand,” he replies calmly. (Cue the uncomfortable goose bumps.)

with audiences across the board. I loved it; many others didn’t. As of Nov. 30, it’s raked in over $28 million.

Entertainment Weekly gave it a B+ and I find myself wanting to both agree and disagree.

The movie itself was unsettling, but Jake’s performance was electrifying and both may snag a nod or two in the coming months—after all, ‘tis the season to hear awards buzz.

Gyllenhaal went method for the role, losing nearly 30 pounds. “Why not?” he laughed to Ellen DeGeneres when he visited her show Oct. 29. He has likened his character to a hungry, scavenging coyote to more than one media outlet. He ran approximately 15 miles each day to achieve Bloom’s gaunt appearance, aiming perhaps to give him the same hollow look on the outside as he feels on the inside.

He explained to DeGeneres, “When you’re driven and you have an idea and you’re inspired by something, you know, a lot of times you’ll drive through it and that’s sort of the character and that’s the mindset I was in.”

It’s hard to rank a film that won’t resonate

“Why you pursue something is as important as what you pursue.”

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5th Running Of The Nuts Results Submitted by ROBERT STETTNER Under very cold but sunny weather conditions, over 40 runners braved the unseasonably cold weather to participate in the 5th Annual Running of the Nuts 5K Run and Walk held Saturday, Nov. 22. Racers gathered at the Slatington Trailhead and headed south on the D&L Trail after Slatington Mayor Walter Niedermeyer began the race at 9 a.m. with a pistol start. Proceeds from the race help the association with the maintenance of the Walnut Street Playground.

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APARTMENT: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $795 no dogs/ferrets. (Cats $25 extra/mo). 610-759-0169. (12/18) Apartment Slatington: New 2 bedroom, no pets, W/S/G included. $550 plus utilities, security required. Call 610-390-

8691. (12/18) Slatington Hotel. 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 on-premise parking. Internet avail. Furnished effic. one and two bedroom apts. $135-$170/week. Smoking on porches only, no pets. Call 610-760-0700. (12/18) FOR RENT: Garage, 12x20x10, 7th St. in Slatington, $106/month. Call 610-767-3952 and leave a message. (12/4) Room For Rent: Walnutport, furnished, utilities inc. Use of deck and grill, convenient parking. Clean and quiet. Call 610-767-5864 after 10 a.m. Appt. only. (12/4) Slatington Twin: 2 bedroom, 1 bath, yard, off-street parking, lease, security, no pets, $550/ month plus utilities. 610-4179075. (12/4) TOWNHOUSE: 3 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $900. No dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo). 610-759-0169. (12/18) TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $830. No dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo). 610-759-0169. (12/18) Northampton Area-Ranch type home for rent- Completely remodeled, 3 Bedroom, 1 ½ bath, Laundry room, finished basement, 2-car garage, large country lot. Available with or without additional 1000 sq. ft. garage or work shop type building. Available Dec. 1st. Call for appointment-484-239-1047.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Emerald half double for sale. $65,900. Three large bedrooms, w/w carpeting, large living room, full basement. For appointment, call 570-778-3277.

(12/4)

Mobile Home, Rent To Own: Three miles north of Bath, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 10x30 patio with roof, electric heat, new windows, interior remodeled. $900 a month to rent or buy for $10,900. Possible partial owner financing available. Call 610530-8727. (12/4

SERVICES AVAILABLE Abzolute Enterprizez: Chimney relining specialists. Build, clean, new stoves, caps, waterproofing, etc. aechimneydoc. com Member Angie’s List. Call the chimney doc before it’s too late! Since ’95. 570-325-5727.

(2/5/15) Chimneys: Repointing, Rebuild, Repairs. Stucco and walls. No job too small! Call Pete at 610-574-9771. Fully licensed and insured. (12/18)

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tifying pets for over 12 years.

Specializing in smaller breeds.

Late afternoon and evening hours. 610-335-5940. (12/4) Mobile Home Owner: WHY MOVE JUST IMPROVE … Tax rebate sale on insulated aluminum re-roof, windows, siding, skirting, and interior floors and ceilings. Local company with 40 years experience. Call with size for free estimate over the phone. 610-530-8727. (12/4) Saxophone, clarinet, flute repairs. Quality work by a trained professional musician.

Same day emergency repairs when possible. Call Jerry Stewart at 610-262-7590. (1/15/15) Tim’s 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 610-767-5171 or 610-751-6182. (3/5/15)

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)

Trees by Dave & Son. Take downs, round overs, lot clearing, stump grinding, aerial lift equipped. Over 20 years of experience. Fully insured, FREE estimates. 610-826-7487.

Emergency service 24 hours— call Dave’s cell at 570-657-1063.

(12/18)

Florida Room Combo: Make it the most used room in the house. Four track windows open to 75% screen in the summer. Deck & patio roofs with 4’ wide insulated panels. Call with size for price over the phone, 610-530-8727. Photos at machosecontracting.com. (12/4)

Always Scouting: Antique, Indian, Harley, American, European, and select Japanese motorcycles, ratrods, etc ... preferably garage/barn-kept and not running/10 ft. Scotty Trailer and Petroliana. Ca$h now! ED 570-325-5727. (2/5/15)

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) Holiday Grooming: Now is the time to schedule holiday grooms. Pampering and beau-

WANTED

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 Rd. (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 at 330367-7100. (12/4) GUNS GUNS GUNS Paying top prices from one gun to 1,000. We buy new and used firearms. A.F. BOYER HARDWARE & GUNS 130 Main St. Slatington, 610-767-3162.

(4/16/15) 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 privilege to hunt, willing to negotiate a financial agreement for hunting rights. If at all interested, please email cnamacky@verizon.net or call Ken at 610-730-4508. (12/18) 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, 610-767-9046. (12/18)

HALL RENTAL

HALL RENTAL & CATERING: Looking for a place to have your organizational meetings, luncheons, baby/ bridal showers, familyfunctions, dinners, or private parties? The Fellowship Hall at Friedens United Church of Christ in Slatington is available to accommodate your party/ meeting needs. The hall seats 80 comfortably. Catering includes a variety of reasonably priced menus choices. Hall is handicap accessible. Call Karlene at 610-760-1170 for more information. (12/4)

Count on the TCG classifieds!

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Miller-Keystone Blood Center Announces December Blood Drives

Submitted by MARIE D’AMATO Miller-Keystone Blood Center, the not-for-profit 501(c)(3) community organization serving as the only blood provider to Easton Hospital, Gnaden Huetten Memorial Hospital, Palmerton Hospital, Schuylkill Health System, the Lehigh Valley Health Network, including LVHN-Hazleton, the St. Luke’s University Health Network, and St. Luke’s Miners Memorial, has announced the upcoming blood drives.

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Individuals registering to donate any MKBC donor center or community blood drive in December can enter to win a $500 gift card or tickets to see the Philadelphia Flyers vs. New York Islanders on Feb. 5. For more information on upcoming events and promotions at MillerKeystone Blood Center, visit GIVEaPINT.org.

Tuesday, December 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Snap Fitness of Walnutport (200 Best Avenue, Walnutport) 610-767-2616 Tuesday, December 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

First United Church of Christ (457 Delaware Avenue, Palmerton) 610-826-2097

10 off

$

for 3+ hours

Donna’s Homecare

Housekeeping: Cleaning, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Vacuum Rugs, Dusting, Windows, Throwing Trash Away, Laundry Homecare: Go to Laundromat, Drug Store, Food Shopping, Post Office, Food Prep and Cooking 2 hr minimum. Free Estimates and Fully Insured

Donna Bates

Home - 610-262-4874 Cell - 484-634-2688

-Entire House Remodeling Debris -Roofing Materials -Storm Debris -Lawn and Garden Clean-Up -Estate Clean Outs -Garage and Basement Clearing The dumpster will be available onsite for 10 consecutive days, if more days are needed pricing is available.

Estimates for demolition or clean outs also available.

Contact Information: Office: 610-767-8233 Cell: 610-972-1041 dave@d-villedumpsters.com

PA#000900 Plumbing • Heating • A/C Water Treatment • Water Pumps Back Flow Prevention Assembly Testing

24/7 Emergency Service Accepts Major Credit Cards

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Touch of Dutch 27 Diesember, 1957 „Frehlichkeit zu der Welt“ iwwersetzt bei der Florence Baver.

1. Froh iss die Welt, der Sohn iss kumme, Loss uns den Keenich hawwe; Loss alle Hatz uffmache gross, Un Himmel un Erd singe, Un Himmel un Erd singe, Un Himmel, un Himmel un Erd singe.

Store Hours Mon.-Fri. 7-7 Sat. 7-4

Color Match Paints • Glass & Plexiglass Cutting Keys—Lock Rekeying—Kwikset & Schlage Deliveries—Roof Top Available • Metal Work Propane Tanks Filled • Tool Sharpening Window & Screen Repair ACE Auto Supplies • Small Appliances The Helpful Building Materials • Cleaning Supplies Hard ware Electrical Fixtures & Supplies Place!

Hand & Power Tools • Hardware Supplies Heating & Plumbing • Housewares Full Line of Stihl Power Equipment, Bissell Carpet Cleaner & Power Washer Rentals

Visit Our Website For Bogo Key Coupon!

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2. Froh iss die Erd, der Sohn ruult, Loss uns all singe laut; Bis Feld un Wasser, Felse, Barriye, Daaler, All ringe, oh so frehlich, All ringe, oh so frehlich, All ringe, all ringe oh so frehlich.

3. Nau loss ken Sind un Driebness sei, Ken Danne uff der Erd, Er kummt fer sei Lieb uns gewwe all, Wo Wieschdes waar Mehrheet, Wo Wieschdes waar Mehrheet, Wo Wieschdes, wo Wieschdes waar Mehrheet.

4. Er ruult die Welt mit Recht un Gnaade, Un macht die Lenner sehne, Es reichlich Obscht vun seim Almechdichkeit, Un wunnervolli Lieb, Un wunnervolli Lieb, Un wunner, wunnervolli Lieb.

-Florence Baver December 27, 1957 “Joy to the World” translated into Dutch by Florence Baver.

Joy to the World, the Lord is come!

Let earth receive her King; Let every heart prepare Him room, And Heaven and nature sing, And Heaven and nature sing, And Heaven, and Heaven, and nature sing.

Joy to the World, the Savior reigns!

Let men their songs employ; While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains Repeat the sounding joy, Repeat the sounding joy, Repeat, repeat, the sounding joy.

YONS CONSTRUCTION

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Roofing • Windows • Additions • Siding Garages • Kitchens & Baths • Decks

seRving the valley oveR 25 yeaRs 1-866-867-9667 oR 610-767-0555 www.yonsconstruction.com

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No more let sins and sorrows grow, Nor thorns infest the ground; He comes to make His blessings flow Far as the curse is found, Far as the curse is found, Far as, far as, the curse is found.

He rules the world with truth and grace, And makes the nations prove The glories of His righteousness, And wonders of His love, And wonders of His love, And wonders, wonders, of His love - Original English lyrics written by Issac N. Watts (1674-1748)

Happy Birthday Marc Cinamella- 34 on Dec. 2 Josh George - 18 on Dec. 2 Tracie Feddor - 40 on Dec. 5 Michael Brunner - 50 on Dec. 5 David Shalbert- 50 on Dec. 7 Danielle Ford - 15 on Dec. 7 Janice Angstadt - 61 on Dec. 9 Luke Cinamella - 6 on Dec. 10

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RP Snyder Insurance agency is an independent agency representing many fine insurance companies including: Erie, Progressive, Travelers, Main Street, Hagerty, Lehigh Mutual, The Hartford, Aetna and more!

Call Kim today for help with your insurance needs!

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Roofing • Decks • Siding • Additions Replacement Windows • Doors • Painting Basement Remodeling • Baths & Kitchens Fully Insured ~ Work Guaranteed ~ Free Estimates Locally Owned and Operated for over 25 yrs.

Neff’s Masonry

brian neff 610-392-7400

BRICK • BLOCK • STONE • CHIMNEYS Fully Insured FREE ESTIMATES

Accepting New Customers

484-239-3126 or 484-201-7485

“Warm your home for Less!”

Phone: 610-443-0766 P.O. Box 4005 Bethlehem, PA 18018

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Home Improvement General Hauling

RON’S HANDYMAN SERVICE

Cleanup Stone Mulch

General Home Repair & Maintenance Mechanical Automotive

610-760-1695

Snow Plowing “WE DO MOST ANYTHING”

Myster Tree & Shrub Service 3830 Sycamore Drive • Northampton, PA

FULLY INSURED • CONSULTATIONS (Work is Guaranteed to Your Satisfaction) •TREES •PRUNING •SHRUBS •TAKE-DOWNS •HEDGES •LOT CLEARING •STUMP REMOVAL •WOOD CHIPS - Delivered •SPRAYING & •PROFESSIONAL PEST CONTROL SCIENTIFIC TREE CARE OUR MODERN STUMP GRINDER CAN COMPLETELY REMOVE UNWANTED STUMPS WITHOUT DAMAGING YOUR LAWN.

GLENN MYSTER (610) 262-4150 GLENN A. A. MYSTER (610)262-4150 Mystertree.com

25 Years’ Experience Interior/Exterior 30 Years’ Experience Repairs Interior/Exterior

Roofing & Siding Aluminum Work Remodel & Paint, Painting, Etc. TREES Windows, Alum.

Repairs

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610-826-7487

G.D. SHUPP HOME REPAIRS “We Try ToOf Take Care Of “We Take Care The Little Things Little Things BIG Guys Don’t” That The BIG Guys Don’t” Phone: (610) 826-2235

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Mel Fritz Construction

Danielsville, PA

BY DAVE & SON

•TAKE DOWNS • TAKE DOWNS •ROUNDOVERS • ROUND OVERS •LOT CLEARING • LOT CLEARING •STUmp GRINDING • AERIAL LIFT EQUIPPED •AERIAL LIFT EQUIppED • OVER YEARS EXPERIENCE •OVER 20 20 YEARS EXpERIENCE Emergency Service 24 Hours (Call Dave’s Cell) 570-657-1063

Free Estimates

Phil & Son

Mobile home & home repair & remodeling.

Over 15 yrs. experience. Fully insured & registered.

Phone: (610)216-5144 or (610)261-4476 Now doing snow removal

Now Installing Rinnai Hot Water Heaters

Pa: 2650

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Town & Country Gazette Advertiser’s Index Accelerated Auto............................52

Kuhns Chiropractic........................25

Schisler.............................................24

Amey’s Garage, Inc..........................2

Larry’s Antiques...............................9

Silfies Fuel........................................48

Andrejack’s General

Lehigh Twp. Lions - Eye Exams...14

Slatington Lions Club

Contracting, Inc................................4

Lehigh Valley Spinal............. 28 & 29

Christmas Tree Sale.......................31

B. Biechy Construction

Lincoln Manor..................................6

SOAR................................................27

Company..........................................41

Linda’s Co. Catering......................15

St. John Neumann..........................15

Barry Hausman, Jr..........................29

Livengood Excavators Inc.............40

Steckel & Stopp................................8

Bechtel’s Pharmacy........................23

Loil Fuel............................................48

Stress Relief Center.......................24

Becker Homes.................................48

Magic 105.5......................................11

Sule’s Collision Center..................32

Bethany Wesleyan....................31, 33

Massage Therapy - Jessica B...........3

Susan C. Schneck...........................39

Blue Mountain

Massage Therapy - Roxanne N....32

Susie’s Shady Nook........................10

Construction, Inc............................49

Mel Fritz Construction..................49

The Village at Palmerton...............26

Blue Mountain Evergreen..............39

Miller Supply..................................46

TJ Uhnak..........................................40

Charles H. Mantz, Inc....................40

Mint Home Improvement............48

TK&J.................................................16

Cherryville Service

Moore Pizza.....................................18

Town & Country Gazette - We’re

Center...............................................52

Myers Contracting.........................48

Moving.............................................51

Chris’ Computer...............................3

Myster Tree & Shrub

Trees by Dave & Son......................49

Clean Sweep.......................... 6, 19, 42

Service..............................................49

Twin Creek Tree Farm....................32

Country Clippers

Nancy's Therapeutic

Veterans Discount Oil....................47

Pet Grooming..................................27

Massage..............................................2

Vigilant Fire Co.

Country Garden.............................14

Neff’s Masonry...............................48

Christmas Toy Bingo......................24

Crystal Vision Center.....................25

Neffs National Bank.......................18

W. Neff Auto......................................4

Deluxe Plumbing.................................37

Newhard Pharmacy.........................2

Walnutport Family Eye Care

Diane & Fred’s Leather Shop............3

NL Insurance & Notary...................4

& Optical Boutique........................24

Don Messinger................................48

Northampton VFW...........................8

Yons Construction..........................46

Donna’s Homecare........................45

Off The Wall.....................................40

D-ville Dumpsters..........................45

Painting by Papering by

Eugene Hankee...............................45

R. Marlatt.........................................49

Family Practice................................26

Pastor Lundmark............................33

Frey & Co...........................................2

Phil & Son........................................49

G.D. Shupp......................................49

Phil Long Construction.................48

George Bensing

Plumbing Professionals................41

Funeral Home, Inc..........................41

Precision Armaments....................29

Hassler Roofing Inc........................38

Pride & Passion

Heidel Hollow.................................14

Grooming Shoppe..........................27

Henry’s Srv. Station.........................4

Richard B. Ryon .............................11

Home Helpers.................................23

Rolling Barista.................................16

Jack Follweiler’s Garage................39

Ron’s Handyman............................49

Join Scouting...................................17

Roosevelt Demo Club....................18

Kiffle Kitchen....................................7

Roscoe Snyder Insurance.......33, 47

Kornfeind’s........................................5

Rotary Club of Slatington.............10

Kresge...............................................39

S&J Family Rest..............................26

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

David Shalbert of Slatington.

Call 610-767-9600 to claim your prize

Last Issue’s Good Eye Answer: Windex Nozzle

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Our new address effective January 1, 2015 will be: 255E S. Best Ave. Walnutport, PA 18088

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