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Slatington Library News submitted by Louise Bechtel

It’s not too late for Boscov’s “Friends Helping Friends” Days, October 14th and 15th. This year their special sale will be 2 days! The shopper gets 20% off lowest sale prices on almost everything.

Mention, the Slatington Public Library at the register and we will receive 5% back of your total purchase.You can also shop online during this sale and donate to the library. Its a great way to start you Christmas Shopping!

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elevator. So far we have raised $2,480 towards our matching goal of $6,000 by Rentschler Chevrolet Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Dealership of Slatington.

They are hoping that other local businesses will step-up to meet their challenge as well as members of our community. So far the library has raised $5,610 toward our $15,000 goal. Please consider a donation to this project. Check out our web site to find more information and the link to our GoFundMe page. We accept offline donations. Please specify GoFundMe or building fund on your check.

Slatington Library is open to the public. The option of curbside delivery is still available. There will be limited use of the computers. Library hours are still shortened, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9-5, Tuesday 9-3 and Sat. 8-Noon. FACE MASKS MUST BE WORN. The Donald Owens reading challenge is ends on October 30th. Read ten books and submit the titles, and receive a chance to win $25.00 cash. This program is open to all readers, young and old. Four winners will be drawn.

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If you shop at Dan Schantz Greenhouse stop in the library and get a ticket, and when presented at sale, the library will get $2.00.

The Slatington Library Book Club is now reading “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens. The book club will meet on Monday, November 2nd, at 1:00 pm. via Zoom. Copies of this title are available at the library.

The library is giving away a bag of free books to all children, preschool through 12th grade. Stop in the library and pick up your bag.

You can sign-up for a library card in our online catalog and select e-books and audio books from the Carbon Lehigh Downloadable Library. Both links are on our web page.

Remember to check out the links on the library’s web page.You can connect for free to: Power library, Rosetta Stone, Brainfuse, NoveList and ComicsPlus, e-books and audiobooks, Heritage Quest, Lawdepot and Newspapers (Morning Call). All you need is a library card. Ancestry is now available for use at home, through our online catalog.

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St. Peter’s UMC Events Submitted by Sharleen Crossett

NEW CHANGES: First we would like to thank everyone who has donated used clothing for the Redeemers Closet. Due to the amount that we have received we are at this time NOT accepting any donations until February 2021. Youth talks has been moved from Wednesday evenings to Monday evenings Another exciting addition to our food ministry was added for a limited time, for the month of October every Tuesday at 10am there is a free food give away to any one who shows up at the Northern Lehigh Food Bank located next to the church located at 7860 Center St, in Emerald. This is a drive thru event as you do not have to leave your car. A reminder that October 27th is the last give away.

A time of Bible study/Sunday school will be at 9am, followed by the service at 10am. Also, Bible Study is meeting again on Mondays @ 11am. All persons entering the Sanctuary will do so by the ramp entrance, upon entering you will be asked to use hand sanitizer (provided) and wear a mask. As we re-open we will be following government and CDC guidelines. Communion is celebrated the 1st Sunday of the month with the use of pre-packaged

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Many of you are not comfortable meeting together and that is ok. You will still be able to view the service online. You can also share “Youth talks” with Kristin on Monday evening @ 7PM. On Friday afternoon @ 4PM join Pastor Michelle with “Moments with Kids, and “Trail Talks” with Pastor Bill and James Monday thru Friday. These can all be viewed on https://www.com/stpeterschurch18080.

On the 2nd and 4th Saturdays @ 6PM on the Helping Hands Community Centers Facebook page you can join in Lifetree Café for an hour of stories and conversations to feed your soul. James continues to host these conversations and will be adding live music on the 4th Saturday.

Again, this year St. Peter’s is participating in the Samaritans Purse Shoe Box program.

If you would like to prepare a shoe box to be delivered to children around the world and need materials all are welcome to join our church. All boxes are required to be at the church by November 15th.

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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, or visit our website online at https://www.com/ stpeterschurch18080 .

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The Neffs National Banks donates EITC Funds to area educational foundations and Announces partnership for financial literacy submitted by Amanda Clauser

The Neffs National Bank presented donations to nine educational foundations totaling $100,000. The donations were given in March of 2020 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and were officially presented to representatives from eight of the foundations over the course of the last two weeks.

Those foundations included: Parkland School District Education Foundation, Northern Lehigh School District Education Foundation, Wildlands Conservancy, Inc., Commonwealth Charitable Management, Inc., Wildlife Information Center, Inc., Northwestern Lehigh Educational Foundation, Inc., Lehigh Carbon Community College Foundation, Circle of Season Foundation, Inc., and Carbon County Community Foundation.

These donations were made through The Neffs National Bank’s participation in the state’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program. This program authorizes tax credits for contributions to Educational Improvement Organizations and allows the bank to earmark their

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Awarded a Coast Guard Foundation Scholarship, Sarah Arnold, child of USCG Senior Chief Petty Officer Alice Jameson, from Northampton and Caden Wright, child of USCG Master Chief Petty Officer Joseph Wright, from Macungie, who was awarded a Coast Guard Foundation Russo-Lafferty Scholarship, are attending Lafayette College and the Lehigh University, respectively.

The Coast Guard Foundation Scholarships benefit the children of enlisted men and women who are serving or have served in the U.S. Coast Guard, whether active duty, reserve, retired or deceased.

“We are honored to provide support to Coast Guard youth who are pursuing their higher education goals,” said Susan Ludwig, president, Coast Guard Foundation. “Our support is only possible because of generous investments from individuals, families and foundations all across the country. When Coast Guard kids receive a Coast Guard Foundation scholarship, they incur less debt, and deepen their engagement with their communities by volunteering, working and interning in their chosen fields of study.”

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It’s not too cold – as a matter of fact today is pushing 70 degrees. I’ll take it.

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In other years this would be a time of“fall festivals” featuring arts and crafts, bobbing for apples and so much more. This year, of course, is different due to the pandemic. Big organized events that really draw the crowds are either not happening, or playing by very different rules. But the literal beauty of autumn remains intact for each of us to experience and enjoy in so many ways.

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The fall is also part of the flu season and October specifically is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We have an article on each in this issue.

For the homebody in each of us, the fall is also the start of the “cozy months.”We will stay outside as long as we can (or at least the kids will), but then it will be time to curl up on the couch to read a book or watch a movie, or sip cider wrapped in a blanket on the front porch or in front of the fireplace. Be sure and read the “Thanksgiving Planning Guide” and try our special cranberry sauce recipe later in the issue. It’s true that in 2020 there have been times when many of us craved a little more quiet time or a little more personal space, but in the fall, family time feels even more special, a little warmer. It’s something to look forward to – it feels good. As we move through the autumn, let’s make each of those moments together meaningful. And hopefully, we can also find some time to reflect on the current year and even dream a little about next year. Enjoy the season.

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you from capturing the beauty of autumn through your lens. From leaves reflecting on water or floating along a babbling brook, to a bear walking in the woods or your family bundled up and gathered around a backyard campfire, the outdoor visual magic of the season is all there for you.

While some cities and towns in our region have cancelled trick-or-treating this year, not all of them have. Plus, there are a lot of other Halloween activities that will make Halloween 2020 a great experience for one and all. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) has issued guidelines to help us evaluate a whole range of Halloween activities, categorizing them as low risk, moderate risk and higher risk. See which ones work for you in our article “How To: Have a Fun and Safe Halloween.”

With cooler weather that’s still not messy, many in our region will be out bicycling for both mental and physical health. That will include daily riders and some of us who might be getting back into biking for the first time as adults. Whether you prefer biking on downtown streets, neighborhood streets or mountain trails, the article “Safe (and Polite) Pandemic Biking Tips” is worth a read.

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Scores of novice cyclists, compounded by the need to remain socially distant, complicate and elevate the need for good biking etiquette. As a bicyclist you should be predictable, alert and lawful – which means, for example, obeying the same rules as cars, such as stopping at traffic signals. Always ride with the flow of traffic and – no surprise – wear a helmet. It’s a particularly bad time to land in the hospital.

Here are several etiquette tips geared toward those taking up biking again, perhaps for the first time in their adult lives, in the midst of a global pandemic.

Ride where you feel most comfortable. / The road is generally the best place to ride – and many new cyclists feel relatively comfortable on neighborhood streets, where the speed limit is low and there’s not much traffic. Still, if you’re not yet comfortable on the road, it’s legal to ride on the sidewalk, but remember that sidewalks are for pedestrians first. Always yield to walkers, and go their speed.

Wear a mask. / It’s not exactly fun to cover your mouth and nose, especially during strenuous rides, but most experts agree it’s the respectful thing to do. To make it simple, wear a mask when you’re out on a bike unless you’re certain you can keep well away from people. Even then, bring one along in case you happen to encounter someone. Wear it down around your neck until you actually need it.

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Don’t change positions when you’re being passed. / Hold the line and continue steadily ahead.

Your job is to keep doing whatever you were already doing until you’ve been passed.

You don’t own the path. / Many popular biking spots are shared-use trails, full of walkers, joggers, strollers and pets. If you’re biking one of these, go slow enough that it’s safe for everyone.

Make your intentions clear with hand signals and auditory warnings.

Consider an e-bike. / Pedal-assist bikes, which are powered by electric motors, take some of the work out of pedaling, making them a good gateway into cycling.

To figure out where to go, consult local biking groups’ maps, and make friends with the biking layer on Google Maps. Also, be smart about timing.

It’s not so much where you go, but when. If you’re concerned about social distancing, the best time to go is early, before 9 a.m.

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After a steamy summer, autumn's cooler air temperatures are easier on both plants and gardeners, but the soil is warm enough to allow roots to grow until the ground freezes. Fall showers are generally plentiful, but it's easy to deeply water plants if it doesn't rain at least an inch per week.

Pests and disease problems also fade away in the fall.

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The late season is also bargain time at garden centers as they try to sell the last of their inventory before winter. Look for deals on spring-blooming bulbs, perennials, trees, and shrubs, which can all be planted in the fall up until we get our first hard frost.

Spring Bulbs All spring-blooming bulbs such as tulips and hyacinths need a period of cold to bloom, which is why they need to be planted in fall even though you won't be able to enjoy them until the following spring. Many bulbs come in a wide assortment of varieties, so you can choose colors, heights, and bloom times that work best in your garden. If deer or other critters frequent your yard, plant bulbs they don’t like to nibble, such as daffodils, grape hyacinths and alliums.

Pansies and Violas Fall is the good time to plant pansies and their smaller cousins violas because the still-warm soil temperatures give their roots time to grow enough to survive the winter. Plus by planting them in fall, you’ll get two seasons of enjoyment out of these cool-season favorites because they'll often start blooming again when weather warms up in spring.

If you live where ground freezes, look for more cold hardy varieties such as Cool Wave. To help them overwinter, add a thick layer of mulch around them once your soil is frozen; this insulates them from alternate freezing and thawing cycles that can heave these small plants out of the ground.

Trees and Shrubs Once the weather cools off after summer, but the soil is still warm enough for root development, it's the perfect time to plant trees and shrubs. Before digging, remember to check with your local utility companies to locate any underground lines. Always plant trees and shrubs at their natural soil lines and keep newly planted trees and shrubs well-watered until the ground freezes so they get a good start before going into full dormancy during winter.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month SOURCE: nationalbreastcancer.org

October is breast cancer awareness month, so we want to provide some key information about the disease. Cancer is a broad term for a class of diseases characterized by abnormal cells that grow and invade healthy cells in the body. Breast cancer starts in the cells of the breast as a group of cancer cells that can then invade surrounding tissues or spread (metastasize) to other areas of the body.

How Did this Happen?

When you’re told that you have breast cancer, it’s natural to wonder what may have caused the disease. But no one knows the exact causes of breast cancer. Doctors seldom know why one woman develops breast cancer and another doesn’t, and most women who have breast cancer will never be able to pinpoint an exact cause. What we do know is that breast cancer is always caused by damage to a cell’s DNA. Early detection is key. While one in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, 64% of breast cancer cases are diagnosed at a localized stage when there is no sign that the cancer has spread outside of the breast.

In those cases, the 5-year survival rate is 99%.

What Causes Cancer Development?

Cancer begins in the cells, which are the basic building blocks that make up tissue. Tissue is found in the breast and other parts of the body. Sometimes, the process of cell growth goes wrong and new cells form when the body doesn’t need them and old or damaged cells do not die as they should. When this occurs, a build-up of cells often forms a mass of tissue called a lump, growth, or tumor.

Breast cancer occurs when malignant tumors develop in the breast. These cells can spread by breaking away from the original tumor and entering blood vessels or lymph vessels, which branch into tissues throughout the body. When cancer cells travel to other parts of the body and begin damaging other tissues and organs, the process is called metastasis.

U.S. Breast Cancer Facts • In 2020, an estimated 276,480 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women in the U.S., as well as 48,530 new cases of noninvasive breast cancer.

• This year, an estimated 42,170 women will die from breast cancer in the U.S.

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• Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancers. It is estimated that in 2020, approximately 30% of all new women cancer diagnoses will be breast cancer.

• There are over 3.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

• On average, every 2 minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States.

Early Detection According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Early detection includes doing monthly breast self-exams, and scheduling regular clinical breast exams and mammograms. Early detection is key.

• Although rare, men get breast cancer too. In 2020, an estimated 2,620 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S. and approximately 520 will die.

• 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.

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How To: Have a Fun and Safe Halloween SOURCE: CDC.gov

There are numerous ways your family may participate in Halloween activities in 2020 in spite of the pandemic. Unfortunately, one of the most traditional activities, literally going up to the door to receive pieces of candy, is a higher-risk activity this year for spreading the virus. So in addition to being creative with everyone’s costumes, this is the year to also be creative choosing the things you want to do around Halloween.

Below are CDC-issued safety guidelines for this year’s festivities with activities categorized as low, medium- and high-risk. It is important to note that if you have COVID-19 or you may have been exposed to someone else who does, you should not participate in any in-person Halloween festivities and should not give out candy to trick-or-treaters.

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• Having a small, outdoor costume parade where people are distanced more than 6 feet • A costume mask (such as for Halloween) is not a substitute for a cloth mask.

• Do not wear a costume mask over a protective cloth mask because it can be dangerous if the costume mask makes it hard to breathe. Instead, consider using a Halloween-themed cloth mask.

• Going to an open-air, one-way, walk-through haunted forest where appropriate mask use is enforced and people can remain more than 6 feet apart • If screaming will likely occur, greater distancing is advised.

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TOUCH OF DUTCH Submitted by Larry Gradwohl

Zwee Lieder vum John Schmid seim zwett Gesangbuch (Two songs from John Schmid’s second songbook) Ich Hab En Gleenes Bussli Ghatt Ich hab en gleenes Bussli ghatt, schwatz, weiss, un rot Hab gmeent es keent net meeglich sei, yetz is mei Bussli dod Draus uff der Scheier-brick es waar schunn arrig schpot Noh kummt en grosse Fuder-druck un faahrt mei Bussli dod.

Ich hab en gleenes Hundli ghatt, schwatz, weiss, un rot Hab gmeent es kennt net meeglich sei, yetz is

mei Hundli dod.

Draus uff de Riggel-weg es waar schunn arrig schpot Noh kummt en alte Dingaling un yaagt mei Hundli dod.

Ich hab en gleener Haahne ghatt, schwatz, weiss, un rot Hab gmeent es keent net meeglich sei, yetz is mei Haahne dod.

Draus uff die Riggel-fens es waar schunn arrig schpot Noh kummt die Mommi aus em Haus un keppt mei Haahne dod.

Ich hab en gleener Pony ghatt, schwatz, weiss, un rot Hab gmeent es keent net meeglich sei, yetz is mei Pony dod.

Draus in em Scheier-hof es waar schunn arrig schpot Noh kummt die Lizzie aus em Haus un schiesst mei Pony dod.

-Leon Martin; Listowel, Ont. I Had A Little Kitten I had a little kitten, black, white, and red.

I thought it couldn't be possible, but now my kitten is dead.

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Out on the barn bank, it was fairly late...

Then comes a big feed truck and drives over my kitten.

I had a little puppy, black, white, and red.

I thought it couldn't be possible, but now my puppy is dead.

Out on the railroad track, it was fairly late...

Then along comes an old train, and runs over my puppy.

I had a little rooster, black, white, and red.

I thought it couldn't be possible, but now my rooster is dead.

Out on the rail fence, it was fairly late...

Then Grandma comes out of the house and beheads my rooster.

I had a little pony, black, white, and red.

I thought it couldn't be possible, but now my pony is dead.

Out in the barnyard, it was fairly late...

Then Lizzie comes out of the house and shoots my pony dead!

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Oh Leiwer, was willscht du noch meh?

Moondaags hot die Memm als gewesche, Dienschdaags gebiggelt un genaeht, Mittwochs hot sie als gebache, Oh Liewer, was willscht du noch meh?

Dunnerschdaags waar’m Daed an die Vendu gange, Freidaags gemischt un a gschtroit, Samschdaags hot die Memm uns gewesche, Oh Liewer, was hen mir uns net gfroit?

Mondays, mother always washed, Tuesdays, she ironed and mended, Wednesdays, she always baked, Oh dear, what more could you want?

Thursdays, father went to the auction, Fridays, we cleaned the barn and put clean straw down. [we "manured and strawed"] Saturdays, mother always bathed us, Oh dear, didn't we rejoice about this?

But Sundays, when I go to church, Then I'll put my black coat on, Then I'll sit with my family, Oh dear, what more could you want?

Awwer Sunndaags, wann ich in die Gmee geh, Noh duhnich mei schwatz Mutze aa, EARLY BIRD Noh hock ich bei meinre Familye, Oh Liewer, was willscht du noch meh?

-Old Mennonite song

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Thanksgiving Planning Checklist SOURCE: PBS Food

Thanksgiving is generally one of the biggest holidays of the year, dinner included. Although this year’s Thanksgiving dinners are likely to be for a smaller group – maybe just the family members you live with on a daily basis, the planning challenges still remain. We have borrowed a few advanceplanning tips from the PBS Food Thanksgiving Planning Checklist to help you out.

Three Weeks Out Invite your guests. / Large gathering or small, alert your family and invite any guests three weeks

out to avoid last-minute disappointment. Ask for confirmations at least 10 days before Thanksgiving.

Order a farm-fresh turkey. / Ordering a turkey from a local farm is a direct connection to a delicious and healthy bird. Order early – many farms sell out long before Thanksgiving.

Set your budget. / Set a budget you can live with that accommodates your expected guests.

Plan your menu. / Tips: Regarding food – better too much than too little. Regarding oven – make sure the turkey fits!

Two Weeks Out Check tools, utensils, linens. / Make sure you have everything you need.

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Buy a frozen turkey. / If you’re purchasing a frozen turkey, pick it up as early as possible (before stores run out).

Finalize dishes your guests will bring. / Keep a complete list and have a few backup options on standby, just in case someone forgets.

One Week Out Buy beverages. / Whether beer, wine or other, have plenty of beverages for your guests.

Shopping. / Be prepared for the crowds. Try offhours.

Clean the house. / Deep clean now, tidy up next Wednesday.

Get ready for children. / Expecting children?

Set up an area with games, DVDs or other activities.

Expecting toddlers? Remove any fragile or dangerous items that are within reach.

Monday Make your pies. / Pies are the last dish to actually go in the oven, but they can be the first to be prepped. Prep your pies on Monday, bake them on Wednesday and warm them on Thursday.

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Finish Decorating. / Finish all of your decorating on Monday.You’ve got plenty of other things to do over the next couple of days.

Tuesday Perishables shopping. / Make your trip to buy perishable items. A Tuesday shopping trip is better than Wednesday, giving you better selection and lighter crowds.

Buy fresh flowers. / Pick up fresh flowers if you didn’t have them delivered.

Chop vegetables. / Tuesday evening is a great time to chop your vegetables. Throw them in bags and save time on Thursday.

Make the cranberry sauce. / Your cranberry sauce will actually taste much better if you make it in advance and let it sit in your fridge for a couple of days.

Wednesday Spot cleaning. / Run the vacuum, spot check your tabletops and counters and check windows and mirrors for big smudges. Make room for guest coats.

Stock the (guest) bathroom. / Make sure your guest bathroom is fully stocked with soap, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, candles, and, of course, fresh towels.

Set the table. / Have fun, be creative and take your time. A beautiful table impresses your guests and improves the look of any holiday photos.

Chill the beverages. / Throw any white wines or beer into the fridge to ensure they are properly chilled. (We’d recommend a temperature check at least once on Wednesday evening!)

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Freedom Pit Bull Terrier Mix Catasauqua Adult Female Large House-Trained: Yes Health: Vaccinations up to date, spayed / neutered.

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2020-21 Flu Season

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A yearly flu vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months and older – even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Getting a flu vaccine every year is the best way to help prevent flu and its serious complications like hospitalizations. For children, getting an annual flu vaccine can even be lifesaving.

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While it’s not possible to say for certain what will happen this fall and winter, CDC believes it’s likely that flu viruses and the coronavirus (COVID-19) will both be spreading. (Yes, you can get sick with COVID-19 and flu at the same time).

Even though getting a flu vaccine will not protect you against COVID-19, the vaccine can still reduce your risk of becoming seriously ill from flu. In addition, getting your flu vaccine will also help keep you out of the hospital, leaving the beds for COVID-19 patients and others who need them.

Flu Vaccination Benefits Getting the flu vaccine every year is very important and especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Getting the flu vaccine can: • Help you and your family members avoid getting the flu or reduce your risk of serious flu illness and flu-related complications.

• Help protect people around you, including those who are more vulnerable to serious flu illness and complications due to age and/or certain chronic health conditions.

• Protect women during and after pregnancy.

An example of a serious flu-related complication

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that can cause hospitalization or death is pneumococcal pneumonia. Because of that, people 65 and older, or with certain chronic conditions, should check with their healthcare provider about pneumococcal vaccinations.

When to Get the Vaccine The CDC recommends that you and your family members get a flu vaccine by the end of October.

Since it takes about two weeks for the flu vaccine to provide protection, you want to make sure that you and your family members are vaccinated before flu begins spreading in your community.

Some children 6 months through 8 years of age will require two doses of flu vaccine for protection from flu. Children who need two doses of flu vaccine should start the vaccination process now (if they haven’t already) because the two doses must be given at least four weeks apart, and you want to be certain that your children have as much protection as possible before flu begins in your community.

Types of Flu Vaccines Every year, new flu vaccines are created to help protect against the flu viruses that research shows will be most common during the upcoming season.

Flu vaccine options for the 2020-2021 include: • Standard dose flu shots.

• High-dose flu shots (only recommended for people 65 years and older).

• Flu shots made with virus grown in cell culture instead of eggs. No eggs are involved in the production of this vaccine.

• Live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) is made with weakened flu virus that is given by nasal spray (only recommended for healthy, non-pregnant people between 2 and 49 years old).

Flu and COVID-19 Flu and COVID-19 are both respiratory illnesses that can result in hospitalization or death. Because some of the symptoms of flu and COVID-19 are similar, it may be hard to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone, and testing may be needed to help confirm a diagnosis.

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We all have our favorite cranberry sauce recipes (Grandma’s comes to mind). This recipe, although a little different, is perfectly tart, sweet and easy to make. We’re including it in this issue in case you’re in the mood to try something new this year, but want a little time to test it out before putting it on the table next month at Thanksgiving.

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup 100% orange juice • 1/2 cup 100% cranberry juice

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• 1 bag (12 ounces) cranberries • Pinch of salt • 1/2 cup white sugar • 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark, but the recommendation is dark)

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1. Wash and dry the cranberries. Make sure to check the cranberries for any stems or bad cranberries and remove. (Nothing ruins a good sauce like branches in it!)

2. In a mediumsized saucepan over medium heat, d i s s o l ve both sugars in the orange and cranberry juice.

3. Once the sugar is dissolved, stir in the cranberries and a pinch of salt.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and then reduce to a simmer over medium low heat.

Stir to blend and simmer for an additional 7-12 minutes. (Watch carefully as the sauce can bubble up!) Some of the cranberries will burst and some will remain whole -- you can mash up more cranberries as desired. (If the sauce is thickening too quickly, lower the temperature a bit and alternatively if it isn't thickening, increase the temperature a bit) 4. Remove from heat and place sauce in a bowl.

Cranberry sauce will thicken more as it cools. Store for up to a week in an airtight container in the fridge.

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CLASSIFIEDS NOTICE TO CLASSIFIED ADVERTISERS: ALL CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID FOR BEFORE PUBLICATION. This means you must send your payment with your ad when placed by mail, pay for your ad when placed in person at the office, or mail your payment to reach our office before we go to print if your ad was faxed or called in. If payment is not received BEFORE press time, your ad will NOT be included in that edition of the Gazette.

HOW TO USE OUR CLASSIFIED SECTION: Mail your ads, with a check for $10 per ad (up to 25 words), to T&C Gazette, 255E S. Best Ave., Walnutport, PA 18088, or call in your ad to 610-767-9600 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. OR fax anytime to 610-767-9612. PRICING: $10 for first 25 words; $15 for 26-45 words; $20 for 46-65 words; $25 for 66-85 words; $30 for 86-105 words; $35 for 106-125 words.

NOTICE: There will be no refunds after a classified advertisement is placed and paid. If an ad runs erroneously at the fault of the paper, we will offer a complimentary ad in the next edition of the publication.

Events DESIGNER PURSE BINGO POSTPONED Benefits the 113th Northern Lehigh Halloween Parade. Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Star Hose Fire Co., 7748 Penn St., Emerald. Doors open 5 p.m.,bingo starts 6 p.m. BYOB. Snacks provided, kitchen open. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 at door. Call 484-619-0140 or 484-225-2714 for tickets.

For Sale Riviera Spa Hot Tub, 66” X 82” X 32” deep, 48 jets, seating for 3, with cover lift. $1500 call Bob 610-393-0782

Services Available Virtual Dog Training. Call Lora at 484-408-1061 to get your Virtual Dog Training time reserved at a discounted price right from your home. (12/17)

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Personals Gentleman, age 53, clean, healthy, and financially secure.

Seeks romantic female age 30-50 for companionship, friendship, etc, any race OK. Will help support right woman. Call or text Joseph at 484-226-7690, leave message.

(10/15) Looking for female roommate, between the ages of 50-60. Help with household chores, Slatedale area. Call Jerry 610-704-5965, $400 (11/19) Looking for a girlfriend, age 50-60, can move in free. Call 570-810-9196 (10/15) photos by William “Becky” Beck

Real Estate For Rent Apartment for rent, 2 bedroom, first floor, with garage. 1 or 2 people, Slatington area, 7108 Rt. 873 Friedens. Water, sewer and garbage included, electric cooking stove. No pets, smoking or laundry.

Reference, credit check required, 1st month, last month and security required. $750/month, call 610-509-2684, leave message, shown by appointment only.

(10/15) Apartment Slatington: New 2 bedroom, spacious, eat-in kitchen, living room, bathroom with linen closet, one-piece tub shower. NO PETS, W/S/G included. $590 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691.

Slatington Hotel: Clean, safe, quiet, nicely furnished rooms, $120-$150/week. Private and shared bathrooms. Color TV and cable incl. Up-charge for A/C and on-premise parking. Internet avail.

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