Town & Country March 15

BLUE MOUNTAIN TOWN & COUNTRY GAZETTE | March 15, 2012

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BLUE MOUNTAIN TOWN & COUNTRY GAZETTE | March 15, 2012

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‘02 Ford Focus 4 Cyl., Auto., 4 Dr. $4495

‘03 Nissan Sentra SER 4 Cyl., 5 Spd., 4 Dr.

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’03 Honda Accord EX

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From The Editor’s Desk.

This is our second annual Home Improvement/Lawn & Garden issue, with lots of local contractors and professionals to get whatever work you need around your house done well.

Having lived in apartments for the last 10 years or so, I generally don’t do too much “home improvement” beyond calling my landlord when something needs fixing and my yard usually consists of the sidewalk. So, needless to say, I need to get creative when it comes to landscaping or gardening. The main problem is that I kill literally every plant that I come in contact with. I have whatever the opposite of a green thumb is. Even supposedly indestructible greenery, like Bonsai trees and Yucca plants, will meet an untimely demise when left in my care. Plants and I don’t get along, and this fact makes my project this spring even more ambitious.

I’m planning on starting a small garden to save some cash and get fresh herbs and produce. I’ve been cooking more and have found that I really enjoy it. I’m always looking for new recipes and techniques to try and having fresh, organic ingredients on hand will be a big help. So far,

Joe Korba

I’ve only procured some of what I’m planning on growing. I’m starting small in case all of the plants die by my hand before producing any viable products. So far I just bought some herb starter kits, but I plan on getting a couple tomato plants and building a window box for my balcony.

My girlfriend is apprehensive, because she’s on my level when it comes to plant care. But, I plan to prove the skeptics wrong and, one day, cook with veggies that I’ve grown myself. I’ll keep you guys updated on my progress unless nothing even sprouts. In that case I’ll resign myself, in shame, to the produce section in the grocery store for good and pretend I never wrote this piece.

I hope you guys enjoy this issue as always and don’t forget to vote in our Second Annual Reader’s Poll for Best Restaurant either online or using the form in this issue. Also, if you haven’t already added the Gazette as a friend on Facebook, get on that. We have a pretty active page and are always looking to expand our online community.

Cover Photo:

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EOE Part-Time/Sub Vehicle Drivers/Vehicle Aids Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit “CLIU is a service agency committed to Helping Children Learn.”

If you are interested in working with special needs students then PT or Substitute Vehicle Driver/ Aid position may be what you are seeking. As a substitute you have the option to pick and choose the days you work! As a PT employee working 20+ hrs/ wk you have the option of purchasing health insurance at 50% of cost, additional no cost benefits, 5 sick days, 3 personal days annually. CDL School Bus Endorsement is a PLUS for these positions but not necessary for employment however when employed, the CLIU pays for CDL preparation /license, and training and a CDL must be obtained within 1 yr. CDL bus driver $14.04/HR, CDL mini-bus driver $13.61/HR, Non CDL Van driver $12.82/HR, Vehicle Aid $9.35/HR. Option for summer employment is available.

If interested download an application online by visiting www.cliu.org Human Resources Department/Employment Opportunities or call 610-769-4111 ext 1203.

4685 Lehigh Drive (Rte 248), Walnutport, PA 18088-9574 Telephone 610-767-9600 • Fax 610-767-9612 Email: AskUs@TownandCountryGazette.com www.TownandCountryGazette.com ISSN 1942-2091 Paul & Lisa Prass, Publishers Alice Wanamaker, Associate Publisher, Newspapers Joe Korba, Publishing Assistant Donna Bachman, Accounting Manager Tony Pisco, Art Director Emily Graf, Elaine Leer, Alyse Moyer, Melissa Rose, Quynh Vo, Graphic Designers Tyler Trumbauer, Editorial Intern Samantha Levis, Graphic Intern Dave Heffner, Monroe Balliet, Drivers The Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette is published twice a month, on the first & third Wednesday/Thursday combinations.

The Blue Mountain Town & Country 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 4:00 p.m. on the deadline date, located on the bottom of the front cover.

Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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•Wrought Iron Organizational Unit w/ Shelves •Wrought Iron Pie Rack with Plates and Covers •Woven “Horizon of Hope” Pink Baking dish w/ cover and expandable trivet

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Doors Open at 5pm Bingo Starts @ 6pm Place: Mahoning Valley Ambulance Building 902 Mill Rd., Lehighton, PA 18235

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For Tickets Call: 610-379-1099 or 610-377-2076

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Northern Lehigh Kindergarten Registration

Northern Lehigh School District will hold kindergarten registration by appointment in April. Parents may register their child at Peters Elementary School on Monday, April 16, Tuesday, April 17, or Wednesday, April 18. In order to enter kindergarten in September, a child must be five years old as of September 1, 2012.

At the time of registration, parents must provide the child's originally issued birth certificate, a record of the child's immunizations, and parent photo identification. Two different proofs of residency are also required. Acceptable proofs are the following: driver’s license (updated or with change of address card), moving permit, deed, current tax bill/receipt, mortgage document/bill, rental lease agreement, current utility bill, vehicle registration card, or multiple occupancy permit.

Children entering kindergarten should be brought along for a brief academic assessment. You may visit the Northern Lehigh School District's web site at HYPERLINK "http://www.nlsd.org" www. nlsd.org for more information regarding required documentation.

Please call Peters Elementary at 610-767-9827 between 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM as soon as possible

In Loving Memory Lisa A. Gardner 6/1/76 – 3/24/07 It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone.

For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.

We love and miss you very much.

Forever in our Hearts, Love Mom & Dad Brad, Laura, Carson & Carter Family & Friends

to schedule an appointment for kindergarten registration. Please feel free to call with any questions.

NL Community Center YOGA

Announcing new YOGA class Offered by the NLCC. Classes being Sat. mornings 10-11am on March 17. Future dates include: 3/24, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21,4/28,5/5,5/12 Instructor: Sara McFall will host the YOGA at St. John’s Lutheran Church 2nd St. Slatington in the upstairs carpeted Sunday school room. Cost to join the class is $8.00 drop in or punch card system.

You can purchase card the first day of class. Call 610-760-0300 or www.nlcommunitycenter.com for more information

30th Anniversary Celebration

The Walnut Street Playground Association is planning a 30th anniversary Block Party on August 10, 2012 from 5-10 p.m. The block party is currently in planning stages, you can find updates by visiting the WSPA on facebook! Anyone interested in helping to organize events is asked to contact any member of the Assocation.

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Katie Elizabeth Kochmaruk, 2 month old daughter of Adam and Kristina (Lakatosh) Kochmaruk. Katie was born Dec. 13th, 2011 at Lehigh Valley Hospital weighing in at 8lbs. 8 oz. and 23 inches long.

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Kids Easter Egg Hunt Saturday March 31 - 3 p.m.

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(Between Danielsville & Berlinsville on Rt. 946)

610-767-5200

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Competition in our 2nd Annual Best Restaurant Poll is Boiling Over!

Slatington Earth Day Clean Up

By Joe Korba Since we began our 2nd Annual Poll for this year’s Top Pick for our reader’s favorite restaurant the votes have been pouring in. So far, Country View Diner & Family Restaurant is in the lead, with Bowmanstown Diner and The Old Post Inn both closing in quickly. Will your favorite restaurant replace last year’s Top Pick, The Slatington Diner, as our reader’s favorite area place to dine? Make sure to vote soon, the winner will be announced in our April 5th issue.

Driver Safety Course

Blue Mountain Health System will co-sponsor an AARP Driver Safety Course on Tues. and Wed., March 27 and 28, 2012, from 12-4 p.m. at the Bowmanstown Medical Plaza, 204 Bank Street in Bowmanstown. The course is designed for drivers 50 years of age or older and is classroom instruction only. Class size is limited and preregistration and pre-payment are required. For more information, or to register for the AARP Driver Safety Course, call community education at Blue Mountain Health System at 610-377-7070.

The Slatington Parks & Recreation Commission will sponsor a clean up day on Saturday April 21 beginning at 9 am. The cleanup held in conjunction with Earth Day will help beautify public recreation areas in Slatington. Areas to be cleaned will be borough owned and operated recreation facilities in the borough and include the West End Playground, Victory Park, Slatington Trailhead, and the Slate Heritage Trail from the Slatington Trailhead continuing westward to the borough line. The commission is looking for local Boy Scout & Girl Scout Troops, and area civic organizations to assist in the cleanup. Staging for the cleanup will be held at the Slatington Borough Garage on West Church Street. Interested individuals and groups who wish to participate are asked to call Robert at 610-554-4099 or Slatington Borough Hall at 610-767-2131. Light lunch and refreshments will be provided to all participants at the conclusion of the cleanup. Rain date for the event will be on Saturday April 28.

Dr. Floril Diaz - 85 on March 8th Cathy Faustner - 38 on March 8th

The Bach and Handel Chorale Burgers 2012 Passion Easter Concert Saturday, April 14, 2012 3:00 p.m.

Historic St. Mark’s Episcopal Church 21 Race Street, Jim Thorpe Festival Orchestra and Guest Soloists

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California Cheese Burger

5.5oz patty topped with American cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, & Pickles on a crustini roll $4.75

4622 Lehigh Drive Walnutport Cheese Steaks

Salads

Wraps

Classic Philly Cheesesteak

Chicken Caesar Salad

Bacon Ranch Wrap

Crispy or grilled chicken, Super thin sliced sirloin steak crisp green leaf lettuce, homemade croutons and fresh chopped on the grill, with slow cooked onions, American shaved parmesan cheese, cheese, and our special recipe tossed in our Caesar dressing $5.25 cheese sauce.

8” Roll $4.75

Crispy or grilled chicken, smoked bacon, buttermilk ranch dressing, red onions, tomatoes, and lettuce $5.95

Cheesesteak Special!

Smoke House BBQ

5.5oz burger topped with smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, thick cut battered onion rings and BBQ sauce $4.95

Bacon Ranch Salad

Crispy or grilled chicken, tomatoes, lettuce, shaved parmesan cheese and Caesar dressing $5.95

Buy 4 Cheesesteaks, Get 1 Free Chicken Cheesesteak

Crispy or grilled chicken, White meat chicken sliced thin smoked bacon, homemade and chopped on the grill with croutons, tomatoes, red slow cooked onions, American onions topped with our buttermilk ranch dressing. cheese, and our special $5.25 cheese sauce 8” Roll $4.75

Featuring compositions and orchestrations composed by and piano pieces performed by Founder, Artistic Director and Conductor Randall Douglas Perry Mess Including; “Mass in D Major” (2003), “In Tribute to My Father”, Hot 5.5oz burger topped with Maestro Perry joins the orchestra on piano, “My Song is Love Unknown” Cheddar & American cheese, Buffalo Chicken Steak Blue Cheese dressing, written by Samuel Crossman White Meat Chicken Steak

Exp. 4/4/12 Buffalo Chicken Salad

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Crispy buffalo chicken tenders, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, & bleu cheese $5.95

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Crispy breaded chicken tossed in our buffalo hot sauce on a bed of crisp green leaf lettuce, red onions, Honey Mustard tomatoes, homemade croutons Chicken Wrap and chunky bleu cheese Crispy or grilled chicken, dressing honey mustard dressing, red $5.49 onions, tomatoes, lettuce, & cheddar cheese Honey Mustard $5.95

2 Delaware River Dogs Small Fry, Med. Drink $3.99

Jalapeños, Banana peppers

topped with our special hot

pickles, red onions, and bacon sauce and bleu cheese Tickets $10.00 for adults. Children 10 and under are free topped off with lettuce dressing Includes 15% discount voucher for entrée at one of these fine restaurants; $5.49 8” Roll $4.95 Crave at Albright Mansion, Dom & Ali’s, Moya, Cheese Burger Through the Looking Glass, Macaluso’s Restaurant or PJ Whelihan’s at Platz BBQ Cheese Steak Juicy Cheese Burger made with American cheese,

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Tickets available in Jim Thorpe at Dimmick Memorial Library, mustard, ketchup and pickles $3.95 64 Broadway; Nutritional Needs, 105 Broadway; Bach and Handel Chorale Office, 810 Carbon Avenue; or by ordering online Swiss at http://bhchorale.org and by calling the office at 570-325-4794. Mushroom 5.5oz burger with fresh sautéed mushrooms and onions, topped with Swiss cheese, mayo, & lettuce $5.25

Chicken or Beef steak, BBQ sauce, bacon, & real sharp cheddar 8” Roll $5.25

Chicken Salad

Grilled or crispy chicken,

fresh green leaf, tomatoes, red Exp. 4/4/12 onions, and fries croutons topped with our honey mustard dressing $5.25

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Ava’s Story Ava Lynn Kratochvil,daughter of Carl Kratochvil and Amanda Riepensell was born on May 11, 2011 one month early with a condition known as Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome or MMIHS. MMIHS is a smooth muscle disorder; it is a very rare disease that has caused many health concerns and challenges for Ava. This little girl, not yet a year old, has spent many months in the hospital and has undergone many procedures. In January, Ava was finally able to go home with her family, who reside in Northwestern Lehigh. While Ava’s mother says she is doing

Bling Fling for Ava Fundraiser

Featuring Premiere Design Jewelry

better, she has since experienced complications and has been back to the hospital. She is a fighter, and was home as of March 12, 2012.

Ava’s friends are holding a fundraiser to help with Ava’s growing medical bills. A bling fling for Ava will feature Premier Designs Jewelry and will include games, prizes, a drawing for gift certificates, jewelry and a lot of fun. There will also be a jewelry fashion show. This event is being held at Northwest Children’s Centre, 6301 Rt.309 suite 200, New Tripoli. Please consider joining us for this event or making a purchase, you will be able to accessorize your Easter and summer wardrobes with your purchase and you will be helping Ava. For more information on this event please contact Doris Zellers @ 610-703-8550 or dzjewelrydiva@ gmail.com.

Join us for an afternoon filled with fun, fashion, jewelry and prizes!

When: Sunday March 25th at 2p.m.

Where: Northwest Children’s Care Centre 6301 Rt. 309 Suite 200 Event tickets New Tripoli, PA Come out, Show Your Support and get some awesome accessories for Easter, Mother’s Day or your Summer Wardrobe!

are $2, refundable on a food purchase!

Contact Doris – 610-703-8550 or dziewelrydiva@gmail.com

Woody Osman - 85 on March 11th Ryan Kovach - 9 on March 12th Jordan Kratzer - 3 on March 13th Tyler Best - 17 on March 13th Alyssa Fritzinger - 15 on March 14th Margie Cabrera - 30 on March 28th Marie Kester - 82 on April 11th

Ham Raffle & Block Shoot Ontelaunee Rod & Gun Club Gun Club Road, New Tripoli

Sunday March 25th Noon to 6pm, Kitchen Open

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FILLING SALE 2 ½ Pound Container $5.50 each

Last Day to Order March 31, 2012

To Order Call Kim

610-428-9715 Pick up April 7, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

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Filing Fundraiser

The Oplinger-Hower American Legion is holding a filling sale fundraisers. Place orders by calling 610-767-2393 or 610-739-4546. Orders are due by March 24.

Student Council Blood Drive

Northern Lehigh Student Council, along with Miller Keystone will be hosting a blood-drive on Friday, March 30 at the High School Gym. Donors are asked to stop by from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to donate. Walk-In Donors are Welcome! If you have any questions or concerns please contact Renee Evans at revans@nlsd.org

Live Music Every Fri. & Sat.

1750 Main St. Northampton, PA 18067 • 610-262-5486 Pub style food Smoking permitted after 9pm Featuring 22 Different Monday - Comedy style wings Open Mic Night 10 Flat Screen T.V.’s 15 Different Draft Beers Tuesday - Pub Trivia Smoke-Free dining Wednesday - Karaoke

March 17

“LT Country Garden” 4188 Lehigh Drive, Cherryville, PA

B.M. Seasonal Pints $5 Milltinis

- $2.50 Labatt Blue St. Patty’s Day Wednesday Drafts 1/2 price Wings Finnegan’s Thursday - $7 Coors Light Pitchers Wake Friday - $3 Samuel Adams Pints

Aardvarks start at 5 p.m.

NO COVER!

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FirSt FriDay FunnieS – every month 5 comeDianS For $5

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Scheduling: WEDDINGS, BANQUETS, SHOWERS, PARTIES, or ANY SPECIAL EVENT!!

“Let Us Customize Your Special Day”

Come Tour Our Banquet Facility

$5.00 Off food purchase of $25 or more

Lehigh Township Vol. Fire Co. All-You-Can-Eat Buffets BrEAkFAsT MAr. 18 DinnEr APr. 2 8am-12noon

Monday - $1.50 Coors Banquet Drafts Tuesday - $3 Blue Moon &

Thursday - Karaoke

4-8pm

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*excludes alcohol

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MITMAN’S SMOKEHOUSE & COUNTRY STORE 1 year Anniversary March 17th Anniversary Weekend Special: Country Sausage $3.39/lb

Vegetarian TasteFest

A vegetarian TasteFest will be held on March 25 at the Walnutport Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Come taste delicious vegetarian and non dairy entrees, desserts, soups, appetizers etc. and go home with the recipes to try yourself. Register for the 1:00 or 2:15 seating by calling 610-7670319.There is a $5.00 charge per person. Space is limited so call today to reserve your spot. You will receive a tray with two ounce samples of 15-20 different dishes and a recipe booklet containing instructions for each sample.

Hours: Thursday & Friday 8 – 6 Saturday 9-5 Call ahead ordering available Monday thru Saturday

The Forgotten Felines & Fidos shot clinic will be held at 9645 Hamilton Blvd, Breinigsville on March 24 from 8 a.m. – 12 noon. Dogs and cats must be on leashes or in carriers. Call the center for prices and more information; 610-841-1736.

8367A Deer Rd., Slatedale 484-623-4855

Slatington Crime Tipster Hotline

Now Accepting Debit & Most Credit Cards

Elementary NASD 6thLehigh Grade Fundraiser

@ Lehigh Twp. Vol. Fire Co. Saturday, March 31st SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL OUR KIDS---OUR FUTURE

ZUMBA 3PM to 4PM

$10/per person

Courtesy of Monica Lorano

Chinese Auction and Bake Sale 2:30PM to 5PM~Drawing begins at 4:30

N A S D

Auction Tickets $20/5 Sheets~$5/1 Sheet Need not be present to win

To purchase advance tickets for Zumba and the Auction, please call: 610-762-7814 (Ginny) or 610-767-4799 (Dawn) or e-mail gharwood1@verizon.net

The Slatington Crime Watch is pleased to announce the introduction of the crime tipster hotline, 610-462-0467. All calls are confidential and the hotline is open 24 hours a day.

Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co. HAM RAFFLE SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2012 Doors Open 6:00 pm Dinner Served 7:00 pm (refreshments included & no take out) Raffle Tickets - $1 donation Dinner Platters - $2 donation w/ ticket stub 30 HAMS raffled at 10pm $50 CA$H door prize at 8pm, 9pm, & 10pm (winners must be present for door prize)

SPRING CRAFT FAIR SUNDAY, MARCH 25, 2012 9am – 3pm KITCHEN open for BREAKFAST & LUNCH Over 30 Crafters & Vendors FMI call 610-767-9339 ext. 8 or visit www.lehightownshipfire.com

4188 Lehigh Dr, Cherryville, PA 18035 (Route 248 & Blue Mountain Dr)

All Proceeds Benefit Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co.

Expanded Store Hours Coming In The Future

Forgotten Felines & Fidos Shot Clinic

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Humble Hearts For Hope Humble Hearts For Hope, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization supporting our local deployed military troops and their families. For the first time, youth camp will be held at Camp Icthus in Palmerton, PA (www.cimin.org) on Friday and Saturday, May 4th and 5th, application deadline April 1st, 2012. PROJECT HOPE Camp is a service camp designated for our 6th through 11th grade youth. At this camp, our youth will be able to learn more about the sacrifice of a military family, actively participate in making a difference in the life of a deployed soldier in addition to enjoying the sports activities planned. (See our website for

an application and more details.) Will be held at Camp Icthus in Palmerton, PA www.cimin.org, $35 per camper, limited seating for groups or individuals. We are still accepting sponsors for this camp until March 28th, 2012, contact us if you are interested in making a difference. Sponsors will receive their business name on our Camp T-shirts and literature for the event. We are also accepting product donations for this event for the youth to fill our care packages!

To learn more about Humble Hearts For Hope and our upcoming events please visit us on the web at www.hhfh.org. or call 484-764-8198.

Favorite Restaurant

Be sure to vote in our 2nd Annual Readers’ Mail to: Blue Mountain Choice Poll for the Best Restaurant in the Area!

Town & Country Gazette Last year, Slatington Diner took the Top Pick.

4685 Lehigh Dr. (Rte. 248) Walnutport, Pa. 18088 Who will it be this year?

Cast your vote for your favorite place to grab a bite and enter a drawing for a Gift Certificate from the winner.

What Is Your Favorite Local Restaurant? __________________________________________________ Your Name _______________________________________ Your E-mail Address_______________________________ Your Phone Number_______________________________ Choices Will be Listed In the April 5th Issue. Deadline is March 23rd.

Enter for your Chance to Win a Gift Card to the Favorite Restaurant!

Linda’s

Country Catering Palmerton

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Puzzle Piece Pins – Donation $1 and up All contributions welcome! *handmade by the students at CLIU*

Rack em’ Up Pool/ Café Open Under New Management

673 Main St., Slatington 484-623-4708

Mon. thru Thurs. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Fri. thru Sun. 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The Best Hoagies in Slatington!

Cheese Steaks ~ Chicken Cheese Steaks Aloha Cheese Steaks (Ham & Pineapple) *all available large and small sizes

Beef Bar-B-Q

Call 484-464-5956 to order yours!

Catering for Any Occasion Homemade Pierogies made fresh to order

Buffalo Chix • Jalapeno Sauerkraut • Sauerkraut & Potato Kielbasa & Kraut • Cheddar & Bacon Plain (potato, onion & cheese)

484-464-5956 • 610-377-4676

RACK EM’ UP SPECIAL From 3/15 – 3/22 Any Large Hoagie

$5.00

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Circle Nov. 4 for D&L Marathon

Sharing Hometown Recipes, Cooking Tips and Coupons

By Janet Tharpe

Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with a Hearty Beef Stew

“My husband... once cooked at an Irish pub, and this was his recipe.”

Malinda Coletta North Providence, RI (pop. 15,205)

ou’re in luck for dinner this March 17. Embrace Y this festive holiday with an Irish-themed feast.

Simmered to perfection with carrots, thyme and

onions and served over creamy mashed potatoes, this yummy beef stew will surely become a classic in your family meal repertoire year round. Use an Irish stout beer for the simmering liquid, or you can easily substitute beef broth. Make the meal extra festive with some Irish soda bread, or a green-themed dessert.

Cheers!

See step-by-step photos of Malinda’s recipe and thousands more from other home cooks at: www.justapinch.com/beefstew You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and more chances to win! Enjoy and remember, use “just a pinch”...

Guinness Beef Stew

- Janet

What You Need meat and carrots are 1 lb beef stew meat 4 medium carrots, sliced covered. Simmer for about an hour.

6 sprigs fresh thyme • Add onions and 1 1/2 bottles Guinness thyme. Continue (or good stout beer to simmer for 30 1 package frozen pearl minutes more. onions • Mix flour and 1/2 cup water water in a bowl 1/2 cup flour until smooth, add to 1/4 cup honey stew and cook until salt and pepper thickened. Add honey, salt and pepper. Taste Directions and adjust seasonings.

• Trim and dry stew Serve over mashed meat. Heat a bit of oil potatoes.Serve over in a large pot, add meat mashed potatoes. and brown. Add sliced carrots. Add beer till Submitted by: Malinda Coletta, North Providence, RI (pop. 15,205)

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Are you ready to make more history? Then please get out a calendar and pen to write down the date for the second running of the Delaware & Lehigh Heritage Marathon/Half-Marathon.

The date is Sunday, November 4, 2012. And there's a new starting time to jot down, too - 8 a.m. Last year’s inaugural races were received exceptionally well. We had a 98% satisfaction rate on our post-race survey and lots of runners set new personal records. You’ll be happy to know we’ve kept all the good stuff you liked – including the predominantly flat course - and taken your constructive comments to heart.

Here are some of the noteworthy changes and enhancements to this year’s event and course: 1. A new starting location 2. Pre-race parking close to the starting line; no more morning shuttles, only after the race is over. 3. Chip timing for everyone 4. An Increase in registration from 500 to 750.

Once again, runners will have a beautiful route to follow along the D&L Trail, nearby spur trails, and the scenic Lehigh River. This unique course passes through three counties and multiple communities.

So. get ready to join your neighbors, friends and runners from across the United States in the 2012 Delaware & Lehigh Heritage Marathon/ Half-Marathon. Registration will open soon on our website http://www.delawareandlehigh.org/ marathon/.

Home Ideas

(NAPSA)-When deciding what color to paint your bathroom, Erika Woelfel, director of color at Behr Paints, suggests, "Consider using a color in a sheen that reflects the light, as it adds an element of glamour." She favors peach and salmon pink for bathrooms, as they provide a rosy glow that enhances complexions. You can find more decorating ideas at www.behr.com.

ROOSEVELT DEMOCRATIC CLUB Danielsville, Lehigh Township, PA

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Reasonable Prices Six Lanes Of Bowling Available For All Types Of Parties.

Call Joanne @ 610-767-2664 www.dvilledemoclub.org

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Pet Page Matrix

Husky/Labrador Retriever Mix: An adoptable dog in Whitehall, Large • Adult • Male Matrix is an extremely sweet lovable Husky/ Lab mix! He is very sweet and loves all people that he meets! He loves to go for walks, he is strong on the leash but that is easily correctable. He is extremely adorable with his blue eyes and ears that are pointed up! He gets along with people of all ages as he has been around little babies to older adults! He also lived with other dogs. Come meet this guy!! Come and meet me and my friends. Can't wait to meet you and fall in Love!! Adoptions are held every Saturday from 10-3 at our shelter (1049 Macarthur Road in Whitehall across the street from the old Lehigh Valley Dairy) For more information please contact us at 610-248-7997.

Spayed/Neutered • Up-to-date with routine shots • Primary color: Yellow, Tan, Blond or Fawn

Donations Needed: Canned Cat & Dog Food, Cleaning supplies, bleach, garbage bags, laundry detergent, sponges, Mr. Clean MultiPurpose cleaners, dog crates, bedding, dog and cat treats, catnip and toys.

They can be dropped off at: Peaceable Kingdom, 1049 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall • 610-432-2532

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Frank is a great boy, possible Basenji mix. He's the perfect family dog!

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He loves to play with other dogs and is good with cats. He is a happy, active puppy.

Frank is house and crate trained, neutered and up to date on all shots.

Fenced yard and another active dog or family preferred. Please go to website www.safehavenpa. org for information and Adoption Application.

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Bid and Let Live

No Kill Lehigh Valley will host Bid and Let Live 5-8 p.m. Saturday, March 31. The event will feature light fare and a cash bar along with live musical entertainment. Participants will receive four free raffle tickets and chances to win one of many door prizes. Silent and Chinese auction bidding will take place throughout the evening. A special section with kids entertainment will be set up. The event will take place at the Shepherd Hills Golf Club, 1160 S. Krocks Road, Wescosville. No Kill Lehigh Valley is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to the philosophy that no companion animal should die just because it's homeless. The group also offers assistance with veterinary expenses to needy families. For more information or tickets, email ramona29@rcn.com or visit http://www.nokilllv.com/bid_and_let_live. html. The site includes information on purchasing tickets as well as a listing of some of the many prizes to be auctioned that night.

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Girl of the Month Named Marissa Fatzinger was named Girl of the Month for January.

Marissa lives in Slatington with her father Drew Fatzinger, mother Mary-Beth Fatzinger and brother Dylan Fatzinger. She is involved in many school activities and sports including; Students Against Destructive Decisions (Secretary), Peer Helpers, Library Club (Treasurer), Interact (Secretary), National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Girl's Basketball manager, Girl's Soccer, and Cross Country. She has received honors for Principal's List, National Honor Society, All Pro Team, Varsity Soccer letter and JV Cross Country.

Marissa is a 2nd degree black belt and instructor at Emerald Dragon Karate, she also enjoys baking.

Marissa plans to attend either the Culinary Institute of America or Johnson & Wales for baking and pastry arts.

Dear Town & Country, Thank you, with your help I have found my forever home!

Love, Rescued Shelter Pet Have you adopted a pet you first saw in the Town & Country Gazette? Send us the following information and you may be our next "Rescue Pet of the Month" Your Name Pets Name Breed Location Where did you adopt from?

How did you learn about him?

Other pets you have adopted?

5 things you've learned so far:

email to:

art@townandcountrygazette.com or mail to 4685 Lehigh Drive Walnutport, PA 18088

Happy 10th Birthday Margie x3

Love you Buppie!

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The Winner of this month’s

D EYE

is Harold Frohnheiser, Jr. of Walnutport!

Harold correctly identified the Blue Mountain Ski Area.

Congratulations to Harold and don’t forget to look in our upcoming issue for the next Good Eye!

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The overall winner was Tyler going home with 1st place, 2nd place going to Charlie, 3rd to Ian, 4th to Cyrus and 5th to Noah. Cyrus’ car, or should we say tank, was also voted the best in show making it a special double trophy day for him!

We congratulate each of the boys for their master craftsmanship and excellent sportsmanship: Eston, Ian, Cale, Charlie, Daniel, Kai, Logan, Noah S., Alex, Brendan, Cameron, Cyrus, Julian, Nick, Noah V., Tyler, Zachary and Dakota.

Well done boys, we are proud of you!

Pictured (l-r): Trophy winners Tyler, Charlie, Ian, Cyrus and Noah.

Cub Pack 201 annual Pinewood Derby

Members of Pack 201 gathered on Feb. 26 in the Fellowship Hall of their chartering organization, St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Indianland with their families and friends to race and celebrate their expertise in turning blocks of wood into their individual and unique derby racers.

They participated in a fair and competitive race to determine what five among them would represent the pack at the North Valley District Competition to be held on April 28, 2012 at the Springhouse Middle School from 9 am to 1 pm.

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Cub Scouts Cardboard Box Derby More than 100 Scouts and family members from Minsi Trails Council participated in the Cardboard Box Derby held at Blue Mountain Ski Area on March 3. The Cardboard Box Derby is an annual event held by the Boy Scouts of America during the winter months. Prior to race day, Cub Scouts get together with their den and adult leaders and build a “sled” using nothing more than cardboard, duct tape, glue and string. Race day awards are presented to Scouts for fastest runs, longest runs, and best design.

Don’t Let Your House Go Up In Flames!

Be Safe. Each year, some 125,400 wood heat related fires kill 259 individuals and cause more than $320 million in property loss. These tragic fires start in indoor fireplaces or woodstoves, and the chimneys or stovepipes attached to them. In most cases, the causes are poor maintenance or improper use. Keep this tragedy from happening to you. Have a professional chimney sweep examine and clean your chimney. We’re your chimney specialists … safeguarding your home … with expert service at reasonable rates.

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LEHIGH VALLEY SPORTS HALL OF FAME

Promoting Youth Growth Helping At Risk Kids

2012 Lehigh Valley Sports Hall of Fame Induction Dinner Social, 5 p.m., Dinner 6 p.m., Speaker 7 p.m.

Donations $30 per person Northampton Memorial Community Center 1601 Laubach Ave. Northampton

April 21, 2012

LEHIGH VALLEY SPORTS HALL OF FAME 2012 INDUCTION DINNER FEATURING FOOTBALL HALL OF FAMER Chuck Bednarik, New York Jet star Kenny Schroy, N.Y. Yankee Ted Wieand, Pirates Dean and Denton Lakatosh, Parkland HOF football & baseball-Dick James, Mike Caruso 3-Time NCAA Champ Lehigh, Pete Lisicky Penn St., Lehigh Valley Steelers Championship teams, Hokey A.A., Willie "Fireball" Rodriguez USBA Welterweight Champ, Joe Straka 1973 Fighter of the Year, Kutztown U. Award Winner Greg Gristick, QB to Andre Reed.

Dr. George Arangio, Cornell U football star, CHS 1997 Baseball Champs, Matt Gerhard 4-time State Wrestling champ, Dale Horn Allentown High basketball/LVKHBL director. PLUS a few surprise guests

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Off The Shelf

Trade Fines for Food!

The Palmerton Area Library is asking card holders (and fine holders) to donate one canned food item in place of each $1.00 fine owed to the library throughout the month of April. You can eliminate all your late fines and feed the hungry at the same time. All donated food items will be given to the CACPAC food pantry in Palmerton.

“Food for Fines” month is sponsored by the Teen Advisory Group at the library.

Spring Computer Classes for Beginner, Intermediate and Digital Camera Classes will be starting April 12 at 5pm. Class size is limited so call now to register, 610-826-3424.

Civil War Presentation

The Slatington Public Library will host a presentation by Donald Eckhart entitled “Diverse and Sundry Insights to the Civil War.” The Presentation will take place on Tuesday, March 20th at 7:00 pm.

The library is raffling off an Easter basket filled with goodies. Tickets are available at the Library.

The cost is $1.00 per ticket and the winner will be drawn on Monday, April 2nd.

The week of April 8th to 14th is National Library Week. The library will celebrate by having a $1.00/ bag book sale and there will be amnesty for all overdue books. If you return your overdue book that week there will be no fine.

Library hours are Monday and Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; closed Thursday and Sunday. Contact us at 610 767-6461.

Parkland Library

Do you have any games or puzzles that you no longer want, but that are still in good condition?

The Friends of the Parkland Community Library will be collecting used games and puzzles to sell at our “inside the entrance table” at the library and also at the Friends of the Library Used Book Sale at LCTI in August.

You can drop them off at the library in the designated areas anytime from April 1st through June 30th, and along with your used books at LCTI from July 23rd through August 2nd. Then feel free to find some new treasures to purchase from the table or at the annual sale. This is recycling at its best and it benefits the library, two very worthy causes.

New Director

FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2012 • Free Refreshments • Easter Bunny (11-7) • Contests • And More

April 2-6, 2012 That’s M Y Bank!

The Northampton Area Public Library is thrilled to announce the arrival of new Library Director, Melissa Hawk. Melissa has a Master of Library Science degree from Kutztown University.

She has been the Technical Services Department Head at Hazleton Area Public Library and Library Director at the Tamaqua Public Library.

During her career she has researched and written grants, advised Tamaqua Library’s Board of Trustees, helped plan and implement the change to an automated library system at Hazleton Area Public Library and much more.

The staff, Board of Trustees, and Friends Group of NAPL look forward to working with Melissa to better the library. Please stop in and welcome her to our library.

Jeremy Kressler - 36 on March 15th Jeremiah Ritter - 32 on March 19th Harold Frohnheiser, Jr. - 46 on March 19th Aidan Green - 4 on March 21st Jared Stitzel - 9 on March 22nd

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Cancer Workshop

Blue Mountain Health System, in collaboration with Eastcentral Pennsylvania Area Health Education Center, the Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will offer a free workshop on Thurs., March 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Bowmanstown Medical Plaza at 204 Bank St. in Bowmanstown. The program will address valuable information about the most common physical and psychological side effects from a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

Please RSVP at 610-377-7070.

NYAA Baseball & Softball Opening Day

2012 Spring Season Opening Day Ceremony & Parade NYAA Youth Baseball & Softball Programs Saturday April 28 from 9 – 11 a.m. Family, friends, fans and NYAA supporters join us to honor our athletes, coaches and sponsors. Cheer on the players as they parade around the fields. Enjoy the music from the Northwestern Lehigh High School Band and Soloist. Stay for their opening games immediately following the conclusion of the ceremony! Visit http://www.NYAATigers.org/ for more information.

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Subsidized Child Care Accepted M-F 6-6 E.O.P.

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Clothing Swap & Tea Party

As the season changes from winter to spring, now is a great time to clean out your closest and do some spring cleaning. A clothing swap for women of all sizes is being held on Saturday March 24 at the home of Jessica Ballas in Walnutport. This is a great opportunity to get rid of some things you wont (or can’t) wear anymore and find some new items for your wardrobe. There is no charge to join the swapping party, please call Jessica with any questions or to arrange a donation drop off before March 24 at 610-767-1268. The swap is open house style from 2-10 p.m., with light refreshments and tea! All leftover donations will be given to Turning Point Shelter & VIA of the Lehigh Valley.

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2012 Community Calendar EVERY THURSDAY Bingo, Emerald Fire Co. 6:45 pm, Petersville R&G Club, 7 pm Line Dance Vigilant Fire Hall 7 9:30 pm FMI 610-760-1917 Rotary Club, Slatington meets 6:15 pm at Old Post Inn. FMI 484-951-2468.

Al-Anon Family Group, Anonymous Fellowship for friends & family of alcoholics. St. John’s UCC, Palmerton, 7– 8 pm 484477-9697 American Legion Aux. Slatington meets at Legion 1st Thurs.

7:30 pm FMI 610-760-1098 Good Shepherd Church Slatington playgroup 10:30 am age 2-5. FMI 610-760-1687. (1st & 3rd) ZUMBA, Bethany Wesleyan 6:30 – 7:30 pm FMI 610-7671239 Cord of Three Coffehouse meeting @ Bethany Wesleyan Family Center. (2nd & 4th Thurs.) 6:30 pm. FMI: 610-7671239 Yoga, Peters Elementary school 6-7 pm FMI: 610-760-0300 TOPS Zion UCC, Lehighton.

4:30 pm FMI: 610-657-1025

EVERY FRIDAY Palmerton Food Pantry open 9:30 – 3:30, (3rd Friday) St. John’s Lutheran Church, Palmerton. FMI: 610-826-4335 Preschool Story Hour Palmerton Library 10:30 am Adult Stretch Vigilant Fire Co. 10-11 am FMI: 610-760-0300 Bingo - Mahoning Valley Ambulance, 7 pm

EVERY SATURDAY Yoga – Palmerton Library 9 am FMI: 570-436-1762 Cancer Connections Group Meeting @ Bethany Wesleyan Church 10 am (3rd Sat.) Tail Waggin’ Tutors Therapy Dogs Palmerton Library (Second Sat.) 11 – noon. Must Register @ Library.

Healing Service @ Victory Christian Center, Kutztown.

6:30 pm FMI: 610-216-7252 Bingo - Diamond Fire Co., Walnutport. 6:30 pm. 610-767-8476.

EVERY SUNDAY Learning, Experience & Discipleship classes @ Bethany Wesleyan 9 & 10:30 am Competitive Volleyball - CoEd, @ 5:30 pm, ages 17 & up.

Bethany Wesleyan FMI: 610767-1239 Recreational Volleyball - Co-Ed, 7 pm, ages 15 & up. Bethany Wesleyan. FMI 610-767-1239 Bingo - Citizens Fire Co., Slatedale, 1:00 pm Bingo - SS Peter & Paul School, Lehighton, doors 12 pm Bingo - 197 North 6th St., Lehighton. 6:30 pm

EVERY MONDAY Book Club Palmerton Library (Third Monday) 12-1:15 pm Line Dancing 6:45 – 8:30pm N’ton Gin Mill FMI 610-2629010.

Bingo – Diamond Fire Co. Doors 4, bingo 6:30 pm Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. 6:45 pm 610-381-2674 Bingo - Northampton Cmty.

Ctr. Doors 5:30, bingo 7 pm Bingo - Schnecksville Fire Co. 6 pm.

Knitting Club Palmerton Library (First Monday of Month) 6-8 pm TOPS meeting Dinkey Church, Ashfield. Weigh-in 5:30. FMI: 610-852-2976.

Zumba at Palmerton Sokol Club 6:30 – 7:30 pm Adult Stretch 10-11 am, Zumba 6-7 pm Vigilant Fire Co FMI; 610-760-0300

EVERY TUESDAY Bingo - Bowmanstown Fire Co. 6:30

The Slatington Lions Club dinner meeting 1st & 3rd Tuesday of month, Slatington Moose Lodge. 6:45. FMI: Lion Ted Harlan @ 610-767-8377.

ZUMBA @ Bethany Wesleyan 6:30 – 7:30 pm FMI 610-767-1239

EVERY WEDNESDAY Bingo, Diamond Fire Co. Doors 4 pm, bingo 6:30 Bingo - Our Lady of Hungary (Northampton) 7 pm.

Preschool story hour Slatington Library 11 am Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Library, 6-8 pm FMI 610-760-0207.

Alzheimer’s Support Group at St. John’s Lutheran Church Jim Thorpe. 6:30 pm FMI 610392-2380. 1st & 3rd Wed. FMI: 610-392-2380 Zumba - Palmerton Sokol Club 7:00 – 8 pm Zumba Gold Vigilant Fire Co 10-11 am Zumba NL Middle School 6-7 pm Line Dance Vigilant Fire Hall.

Beginners Welcome, 610-7601917 Men’s & Women’s Bible Studies, @ Bethany Wesleyan 6:30 pm FMI 610-767-1239 Rails to Trails Meeting (3rd Wed.) Lehigh Twsp. Municipal Building. FMI: 610-760-1117.

Homework Helpers @ Palmerton Library 3-4:30 pm FMI/Reg. 610-826-4962.

Thursday, March 15 Lehigh Valley Horse Council meeting/demo/lecture. 7:30 pm Heidel Hallow Farm, Germansville. Featuring David Find, Importance of forage in equine diet.

FMI: 610-837-7294.

PA German Friends meeting & talk – Betty Kraus as Alice Reiner.

7 pm St. Peters, Allentown. FMI: 610-264-2979.

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2012 Community Calendar Saturday, March 17 Hinkle Family Concert, Bethany Wesleyan Church, 6 pm free.

Sunday, March 18 AYCE breakfast buffet, LT Country Garden 610-767-8600.

Craft Show, Northampton Memorial Community Ctr. 9 am – 3 pm

Monday, March 19 Blood Drive, Miller Keystone. Salem Bible Fellowship, Lehighton.

Register 570-386-2578.

Blood Drive, Miller Keystone.

Curves, Slatington. Register: 484265-0050.

Tax Prep for seniors. Northampton Rec. Ctr. 9 am – 1 pm.

Tuesday, March 20 Northern Lehigh Community Center meeting Vigilant Fire Co. 6:30 pm FMI: 610-760-0300.

Lehigh Valley Postcard Club Meeting, Church of the Manger Bethlehem. 6:30 pm FMI: 610-8685379.

The Slatington Lions Club dinner meeting at Slatington Moose Lodge 6:45pm Diverse & Sundry Insights to the Civil War presentation at Slatington Library 7 pm

Wednesday, March 21 Blood Drive, Miller Keystone.

Palmerton Hospital. Register: 610377-7350.

Find Us At

Civil War Discussion Group meet at Northampton Area at 6:30 pm Jack Weber presents "Army of the Potomac". FMI: 610-262-7537.

Thursday, March 22 Lehigh Gap Nature Center presents Dave Levandusky, stories and photos from LGNC’s Three Ponds Area. FMI: http://lgnc.org or Dan 610-760-8889.

Saturday, March 24 Ben Salem Church, Lehighton Annual Spring Bazaar 9 am – 2 pm. FMI: 570-386-5554 Basket Social Good Shepherd UCC Slatington FMI: 610-7679680 Clothing Swap & tea party for Women. 2 pm Home of Jessica Ballas, Walnutport. FMI: 610-7601268 or jballas@ptd.net Concert – A.D.D at Lehighton Area HS 6-10 pm benefits Lehighton Pool Pals. FMI/Tickets: 610-377-5275.

AYCE Spaghetti Dinner First UCC, Palmerton 4-7 pm Basket Social & Bake Sale St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Walnutport 9 am - 6 pm FMI: 610767-9892 Ham & Dandelion dinner 3-7 pm St. Paul’s UCC Indianland FMI: 610-767-5751 Easter Egg Exhibit Northampton Historical Society @ Siegfried Train Station 1-4 pm

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Sunday, March 25 Train Meet Carbon Model Railroad Society 9 – 3 @ Palmerton High School Gym. FMI: 610-8266636 Basket Social & Bake St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Walnutport 9 am - 1 pm FMI: 610-767-9892.

Easter Egg Exhibit Northampton Historical Society @ Siegfried Train Station 1-4 pm Diamond Fire Co. Flea Market.

100 tables, free admission. FMI/ reserve space 610-767-7695.

Longaberger Basket/31 Bingo, Copeechan in Schnecksville FMI/ Tickets: 610-442-7711 Vegetarian TasteFest, Walnutport 7th-day Adventist Church. 1 or 2:15 pm Tickets 610-767-0319 Ham Raffle & Block Shoot Ontelaunee Rod & Gun Club, New Tripoli. 12-6 pm Kitchen Open.

FMI: 610-767-5625 Kids’ Spring Musical,“King David & the National Treasure”, 6:00 pm Bethany Wesleyan Church.

Monday, March 26 Tax Prep for seniors. Northampton Rec. Ctr. 9 am – 1 pm.

Blood Drive- Red Cross, Palmerton Borough Hall 1 – 5 pm FMI/ Register: 570-823-7164 ex. 2103

Tuesday, March 27 Job Fair @ LCCC, Schnecksville.

10 am – 3 pm FMI: 610-799-1090 or www.collegecentral.com/lcccspring

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AARP Driver Safety Course 12-4 pm Bowmanstown Medical Plaza.

Call Blue Mt. Health System to Register: 610-377-7070.

Wednesday, March 28 AARP Driver Safety Course 12-4 pm Bowmanstown Medical Plaza.

Call Blue Mt. Health System to Register: 610-377-7070.

Palmerton Hospital Adult Day Services at Blue Mountain Health System, Family Caregiver Support Group 6 to 8 p.m. at the Palmerton Community Services Center. FMI: 610-826-1160

Thursday, March 29 Cancer side effects workshop, 5-7 pm Bowmanstown Medical Plaza, FMI/Register: 610-377-7070. “big”The Musical at Northampton High School 7:30 pm FMI: 610.262.7812

Friday, March 30 Blood Drive, Miller Keystone.

Northern Lehigh HS. 8 am – 1 pm Register: 610-767-9832 xt.1243.

Walk-in Donors Welcome! “big”The Musical at Northampton High School 7:30 pm FMI: 610.262.7812

Fisherman’s Night Blue Mt. F&G 4- 10 pm FMI 610-767-8004

Saturday, March 31 Flea Market & Craft Show Vigilant Fire Co. 9 am – 3pm FMI: 610-554-4099 Vaccination-microchip Clinic, Tractor Supply, Lehighton. 10 am-1 pm.

Penny Party, Heidelberg Lutheran Church Doors open at 12 noon.

Luncheon – Free 11:30 am – 1 pm.

Parryville UMC. LTAA egg hunt 11 am (RD 4/1) @ Treichlers complex on Willow Rd. FMI: 610-760-0681.

Northampton Borough egg hunt 11 am (RD 4/1) Municipal park.

Easter Egg Exhibit Northampton Historical Society @ Siegfried Train Station 1-4 pm The Tale of the Easter Bunny read by Author Robb Taylor 2 pm Palmerton Area Library.

Ham & Dandelion Dinner 3:30 – 7 pm Jerusalem Evangelical Church, Trachsville. FMI: 610-6815200

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Easter Egg Exhibit Northampton Historical Society @ Siegfried Train Station 1-4 pm LTHS Basket Social, LT Fire Co., 1-4 pm Doors open 12:30 pm FMI: 610-767-5989 or 610-7673634.

Monday, April 2 Tax Prep for seniors. Northampton Rec. Ctr. 9 am – 1 pm.

Blood Drive, Miller Keystone.

Phoenix outpatient office, Lehighton. 12-3 pm APPT. 610-377-5845.

Tuesday, April 3 The Slatington Lions Club dinner meeting, Slatington Moose Lodge 6:45 pm FMI: Lion Ted Harlan at 610-767-8377.

The Many Faces of Wool presented by Kathy Augustine. 6:30 pm Palmerton Area Library

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Ham and Dandelion Dinner MARCH 31,2012

3:30 - 7:00 PM - COME EARLY

Adults $10.00 Ages 6 - 12 $5.00 Ages 5 and under FREE Tickets purchased at the door Takeout available

JERUSALEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH † 500 CHURCH DRIVE † TRACHSVILLE, PA

St. Peter’S United ChUrCh of ChriSt 8142 Valley View Road, Northampton

Country-Style Ham Supper SatUrday, aPril 28, 2012 4-7 PM Tickets are $9.50 for adults $4.50 for children ages 6-12 Free for children ages 5 and younger To order tickets, please call 610-837-1098, by April 23.

No tickets will be sold at the door.

Concordia Lutheran Church A LCMS Congregation

“We believe in the unchanging truth of God’s Word.”

Worship: Sunday 9:00 am Sunday School & Adult Bible Study: Sunday 10:15 am Midweek Bible Study: Wednesday 5:00 pm

Concordia Lutheran Academy “Where faith and education meet.”

We serve Daycare, preschool, full-day kindergarten thru grade 8.

We score in the top 10 percentile of schools nationally on standardized tests.

We have before and after care programs.

3285 Pheasant Drive, Northampton PA 18067 Phone: 610-262-8500 website: www.concordiaLV.org

You’re invited!

Chosen People Ministries presents “Messiah in the Passover” Service at Faith Alice Church

March 24, 2012 @ 7:00 PM Join Klaudia Zhelezny as she uses the traditional elements of a Jewish Passover Seder to explain their history, what each element represents, and how the Passover is fulfilled through Jesus’ death at Klaudia Zhelezny Calvary.

Everyone is welcome!

Bring a friend! with Communion Service A free-will offering will be collected for Chosen People Ministries

Faith Alive Church 678 Pine Street, Bowmanstown

610-852-2805

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Church Directory KEY: W – Worship, SS – Sunday School, N – Nursery Agape New Testament Fellowship Schnecksville, 610-216-5611 (N) W - 10 am, Jr. Church 10:45 am All Saints Episcopal Church Lehighton 610-377-2675 W – 10 am, SS 9 am Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church Slatington, 610-767-2214 Mass - Sat. 5 pm Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 am Ben Salem United Church of Christ Lehighton 570-386-3870 W 8:15/10:30 am SS (all ages) 9:15 am Bethany Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661 W 10:30 am & 6 pm SS 9 am Bethany Wesleyan Church Cherryville, 610-767-1239 W 9 am & Children’s Programs 10:30 am Bethel U.C.C. Slatington, 610-767-1898 W 10 am SS 9 am Blue Mountain Community Church Palmerton, 610-826-8402 W 9:15 am & Small Study Groups, 11:15 am

Egypt Community Church Egypt 610-262-4961 H/C W 10:30 am SS 9 am

Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA) W 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 am (N)

Emmanuel UCC Bowmanstown W 9 am SS. 10:15 am

Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-3365 W 10 am, SS 9 am

Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport W 10 am SS 9 am

Jerusalem Lutheran Church Palmerton 610-681-5200 W 10:15 am, S.S. 9 am

Faith Alive United Methodist Church Bowmanstown 610-852-2805 W 8:30 am & 10:45 am SS 9:45 am

Jerusalem UCC Palmerton, 610-681-4412 W 9:00 am & 10:30 am

First UCC Palmerton W 9 am SS 10 am Friedens UCC Slatington, 610-767-7099 HA W 10:30 am SS 9:00 am God’s Missionary Church Northampton SS 9:30 am W 10:30am & 7pm Good Shepherd UCC Slatington, 610-767-9680 HA W 8:30 & 11 am SS 9:30 am Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kreidersville W 8 am, 9:45 am & 10:45 SS 9:30 (N)

Calvary Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-767-7447 W - 10 am

Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church Northampton, 610-262-8101 W and Kids Church 9 & 10:45 am (N)

Chapman Quarries United Methodist Bath 610-837-0935 HA W 11 am SS 10 am

Grace United Church of Christ Northampton.

W 10:30 am, SS 9:15 am

Christ’s Church at Lowhill UCC New Tripoli W 10:30 am, S.S. 9:15 am Christ U.C.C., Little Moore Danielsville, 610-837-6051 W 9 am SS 10:15 am Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 am, SS 9 am Concordia Lutheran Church Northampton 610-262-8500 W 9 am SS 10:15 Covenant United Methodist Church Danielsville 610-837-7517 HA W - 8 & 10:30 am SS 9:15 Ebenezer United Church of Christ New Tripoli, 610-298-8000 W 10:15 am; SS 9 am

Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-1526 W 8:30 am Heidelberg Union CC Slatington, 610-767-4740 (HA) W 11 am SS 9:45 am Heritage Baptist Church Orefield, 610-395-4970 S.S. 9:30 am W 10:45 am (N) Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA) W 10:30 am, SS 9:15 am (N) Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Slatedale, 610-767-1526 W 10:45 am Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Palmerton (HA) W 8 & 10:45 am, SS 9:30 am (N)

Kingdom Life Family Center Orefield W 10 am (N) Living Hope Lighthouse Palmerton, 610-826-2201 W 10 am Living Stone Fellowship New Tripoli 610-298-3020 W 10:00 am McMichaels United Methodist Church McMichaels 570-629-1136 Northampton Assembly of God Cherryville Rd. 610-262-5645 SS 9:30 W 10:15 am & 6 pm Parryville United Methodist Church 610-377-5538 W 10:30 am SS 9:30 am Sacred Heart Church Palmerton (HA) Sat. 5pm, Sun. 8:30 & 11 am Salem United Methodist Church Danielsville W 9:30 am, SS 11 am (N) Salem United Methodist Church Aquashicola W – 11 am, SS 9:30 am, Fellowship 10:30 am Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632 W - 9 am Sun. Prayer Time & Singing 8:45 am Shepherd’s Chapel www.shepherdschapel.com Regional online fellowship St. John’s Episcopal Palmerton W 8 and 10:30 am Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276 W 10:45 am, SS 9:30 am

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Church Directory St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 8:00 & 10:15 am, SS 9 am (N) St. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W 10 am, SS 9 am St. John’s UCC Rising Sun Rd. Laury's Station (HA) W 10:15 am SS 9 am

St. John’s UCC of Howertown Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA) W 8 & 10:15 am, SS 9 am (N) St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church Lehighton 610-377-2972 W 9 am, SS 10:30 am

St. Paul’s UCC of Indianland Cherryville, 610-767-5751 (HA) W at 10:15 am, SS 9 am (N) St. Paul’s UCC Northampton, 610-261-2910 SS 9 am W 10:15 am

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

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

Walnutport 7th-Day Adventist Church 610-767-8939 W 9:45 am, SS 11:00 am

St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Palmerton Divine Liturgy 9:00 am

St. John’s UCC Slatington 610-767-5554 (HA) W - 9 am – N SS 10:30 am

St. Nicholas R.C. Berlinsville, 610-767-3107 Mass daily at 8:30 am, Mass Sat Evening 4:30. Sun 8, 9:30, and 11 am

St. Peter’s Church of Emerald Emerald 610-767-6233 SS 9 am, W 10:15 am, Communion 1st Sun. of month

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

The Church of God in Palmerton 320 Delaware Ave. 610-826-4972 W 10:15 am

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

Trinity EC Church Berlinsville 610-767-1167 W 9 am, SS 10 am

Zion UCC Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W 8:15 am, SS 9 am

Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church Slatington 610-760-2090 W 10 am, Bible Study Wed 7 p.m.

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

Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (N) W 8 & 10:45 am, SS 9:15 am (N) Rejoicing- 4th Sunday of every month United Presbyterian Church of Slatington Slatington, 610-767-8113 (HA) W 10:30, SS –9:30

Zion Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-837-8469 W 10:30 am, SS 9:30 am Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-6636 9 am, W 10:30 am (N)

* Please send your updates to askus@townandcountrygazette.com or mail them to our office at 4685 Lehigh Drive Walnutport, PA 18088 Church Directory is a free listing of area Churches in alphabetical order and includes: Services, Sunday school and Bible Study regular schedules. Please call the office for directions or more information

Spread The Good Word Slatington Presbyterian Preschool Registration

Slatington Presbyterian Preschool is now accepting registrations for the 2012-2013 preschool year. Classes are for 3 and 4 year olds. For more information, contact Karen Weaver, Preschool Director at 610-767-6546

St. Nick’s Berlinsville

St. Nicholas Church in Berlinsville will hold their annual Basket Social on Saturday, March 24 from 9 am to 6 pm and on Sunday, March 25, from 9 am to 1 pm. All are invited to enjoy this event.

St. Nicholas offers many opportunities to draw closer to Our Lord during Lent through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Wednesdays from 5

to 6:30 pm a simple, sacrificial, meal is offered.

Wednesdays at 7 pm offers Stations of the Cross with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament beginning at 6:30 and Msgr. Thomas Durzak is available for confession between 6:30 and 7 pm.

A Healing Mass is scheduled for Tuesday, March 20 at 7:30 pm. Father Ed McElduff will celebrate the mass, and Father Tom will concelebrate.

Penance Service will be held on Tuesday, March 27 at 7 pm. Confessions are held at various times Continued on Page 29

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Spread The Good Word Continued from Page 28

throughout Holy Week.

Holy Week services; Holy Thursday April 6 at 7 p.m., Good Friday 3 p.m., Holy Saturday Easter Vigil 8 pm, and Easter Sunday Masses 8, 9:30 and 11 am.

For a full listing of Holy Week events and services, visit online at atwww.StNicholasWalnutport.

ParishesOnLine.com or call 610-767-3107. St. Nicholas Church is located in Lehigh Township at 1152 Oak Road, Walnutport (on Rt. 946, Berlinsville). More information

Spring at Bethany!

The Hinkle Family will be in Concert on Saturday, March 17 at 6:00 pm in the Family Life Center at Bethany Wesleyan Church. This talented family from Texas travels across the U.S. presenting their old fashioned Gospel music.

Kids’ Spring Musical, “King David & the National Treasure” will be held March 25 at 6:00 pm. Good Friday Services on April 6 at 5:00 & 7:00 PM with Communion. Nursery provided.

The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, April 7, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for children ages 0-12. NEW Encounter Saturday Night Service will begin on April 7 at 5:00 pm. Easter Morning Services will be held on April 8 at 9:00 and 10:30 am in the sanctuary and gym. Family Worship Service at 10:30 in the Castle.

ZUMBA, Co-Ed Vollyball and basketball are held at the Church gym, call for times.

Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville. Worship services are held each Sunday at 9:00 & 10:30 am. Wednesday night activities begin at 5:00 pm with Soup & Salad followed by classes/ activities for adults, youth and children beginning at 6:30 pm. For more information, please call the church office at 610-767-1239, or visit us online @ www. bethanywes.org.

4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt Zion Wesleyan Church Pavilion East Scenic & Deemer Rd., Bath

March 31 at 10:30 a.m.

Ages - 1-11 • Rain Date of April 7th www.zionwesleyanchurch.org Questions, Call Shannon:

610.438.5190 Over 4,000 Eggs with Hundreds of Prizes and Candy

“His Last Days” - A Biblical Production

This is the touching story of the last days of Jesus’ life. It is a dramatic depiction that moves from Palm Sunday to His resurrection at Easter.

Written by Dallas Holms, performed by The Herald Biblical Theatrical Company, a non-profit group. The cast is an inter-denominational group of approximately 60 people of all ages, from all walks of life.

His Last Days will be performed locally on Monday, April 2, at 8 pm at St. Nicholas Church, 4412 Mountain View Drive, Walnutport (on Route 946 in Berlinsville). No admission is charged.

A good-will offering may be made to support Herald’s work. For more information call JoAnn Havrilko at 570-929-2984.

St. Paul’s UCC Services

St. Paul's UCC, Indianland, 787 Almond Rd. Cherryville will continue to gather for mid-week Lenten Services Wednesday evenings at 7:30pm in the sanctuary. This year’s theme is “The WORD Continued on Page 30

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

In large print at: www.NAOG.ws/pc Northampton Assembly of God Northampton Assembly of God

3449 Cherryville Rd., Northampton • Sun. 10:45 am & 6 pm; Wed. 7:30 pm 3449 Cherryville Rd., Northampton • Sun. 10:45 am & 6 pm; Wed. 7:30 pm

Daniel Daniel E. E. Lundmark Lundmark •• pastor@NAOG.ws pastor@NAOG.ws •• 610-262-5645 610-262-5645

If My People…Repent

II spoke spoke recently recently on on God’s God’s fourth fourth requirement requirement for for revival revival from from 22 Chronicles Chronicles 7:14, 7:14, “If “If my my people…shall people…shall humble humble themselves, themselves, and and pray, pray, and and seek seek my my face, face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven.” Turning and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven.”

Turning from wicked ways is repentance. from ways is repentance.

Thewicked message of repentance is greatly neglected today! Instead, there is The messageform of repentance is greatly therebut is a changeless of Christianity that notneglected only saystoday! “come Instead, as you are” also says “stayform as you are.” The result thatonly churches are filled with are” churcha changeless of Christianity thatisnot says “come as you but goers who“stay haveas noyou intention his book,are I Surrender, Patrick also says are.” of Theobeying result isGod. thatInchurches filled with churchMorley writes that the church’s integrity problem is in the misconception “that goers who have no intention of obeying God. In his book, I Surrender, we can add Christ to our lives, but not subtract sin. It is a change inPatrick belief Morley writes that the church’s integrity problem is in the misconception “that without a change in behavior.” weRepentance can add Christ ourpart lives, subtract sin. ItChrist is a change in belief is a to vital of but the not gospel of Jesus Who preached, “Repent aye, and believe the gospel” (Mark 1:15). The early church preached, without change in behavior.”

“Repent, and be (Acts 2:38).

Paul of taught, godly sorrow worRepentance is baptized” a vital part of the gospel Jesus“For Christ Who preached, keth repentance to salvation” (2 Corinthians 7:10).

Repentance not only “Repent ye, and believe the gospel” (Mark 1:15).

The early church preached, says, “I’m sorry,” it also says, “I’m through.” Repentance is not only a heart “Repent,forand broken sin be butbaptized” from sin.(Acts 2:38). Paul taught, “For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation” (2 Corinthians only Today the false teaching is prominent that if you7:10). acceptRepentance Jesus Christnot as your Savior,“I’m yousorry,” will goittoalso heaven of your unrepented sins.

That’s not says, says,regardless “I’m through.”

Repentance is not only a heart what theforBible teaches!

It says, “Know ye not that the unrighteous shall broken sin but from sin. not inherit God? Be that not deceived: neither nor Today the the falsekingdom teaching of is prominent if you accept Jesusfornicators, Christ as your idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with Savior, you will go to heaven regardless of your unrepented sins.

That’s not mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortionwhat the Bible teaches!

It says, not that the unrighteous shall ers, shall inherit the kingdom of “Know God” (1ye Corinthians 6:9-10).

The next verse not inheritthe thechanging kingdom power of God? Be gospel not deceived: fornicators, nor proclaims of the for theneither repentant, “And such were some you: but yenor areeffeminate, washed, but are sanctified, but ye with are idolaters, norof adulterers, noryeabusers of themselves justified in name nor of the Lord Jesus. mankind, Northethieves, covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God” (1 Corinthians 6:9-10). The next verse proclaims the changing power of the gospel for the repentant, “And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus.

See “COURAGEOUS” movie at our church Sunday, March 18 at 6 p.m.

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The Bible

It is a common misconception that Moses “authored” the first five books of the Hebrew Scriptures. Moses is responsible for inspiring or originating many of the stories contained in the Pentateuch, but he did not actually pen them. For many, many generations the stories contained in the Pentateuch were handed down from generation to generation orally, through the tradition of storytelling. It wasn’t until much later that these stories were actually written down (obviously, not by Moses himself).

During those many generations of telling the stories, there developed different groups or communities within Judaism, and some variations in the stories that were passed down. Eventually, when they were written down, the men who put them together elected in some instances to mix information from the various traditions together, or tell the story twice ..…perhaps in different parts of the Pentateuch. For example, there are two stories of Creation and two recordings of the Ten Commandments. The Story of Noah and the Ark seems to be a mixture of at least two traditions into one story. There are factual reports within that story that do not seem to make sense unless you recognize that there are similar stories which have been blended together.

Since Americans read the stories in English, we are often unaware of the differences that really come out when the stories are read in their original Hebrew language. Most Americans are unaware that there are often two or more accounts of the same story in the Bible, probably because we are so use to hearing the stories blended into one and don’t read our Bibles.

That this should happen should not surprise us, because we do the same thing in Christianity without even realizing it. For instance, when we retell the stories of the Nativity and Easter Week, we almost always blend the stories as they are recorded in the four Gospel accounts. We do this also with many of the healing stories and teachings of Jesus. If you were to read from only one Gospel account of a story, chances are there would be noticeable “gaps” or “details” you would recognize as having been “left out”.

The Bible(s) used in Christian churches have but one goal, record the ‘History of our Salvation’ and bring us closer to ‘The God who Saves’. Come Easter morning, may you too find the Resurrected Christ!

- Pastor Brian R. Holben Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Trachsville

has Come Down.”

Holy Week Services begin on April 1st for Palm Sunday during which the 10:15am service will celebrate the Passion of Christ. Palms will be distributed. The Holy Thursday service will be on April 5th at 7:30pm. Communion will be served around the tables in the Fellowship Hall. The Good Friday Tenbrae Service, from light to dark, will be held April 6th at 7:30pm in the Sanctuary. The Easter Dawn, 7:00am Son Rise Celebration, will be held April 8th in the Indianland Cemetery. At 10:15am, the Resurrection Service will take place in the Sanctuary. Communion will be served at both Easter Services.

St. Paul’s also offers a contemporary worship experience on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at 8:00am. The next service is on March 25th. These relaxed services typically run about forty minutes in length and Communion is served. All are welcome. The annual Ham and Dandelion Dinner will be March 24th, 2012 from 4pm to 7pm and a basket social will be held April 21. Please call the church office at (610) 767-5751 for reservations and/or more information.

Ebenezer

A “Living With Loss” support group will meet at Ebenezer on Thursday evenings, April 12 to May 17, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Led by a counseling professional, the group will share experiences and coping strategies to deal with the myriad of emotions following the loss of a loved one.

This program is free to participants due to the generous sponsorship of Heintzelman Funeral Home. Advanced registration is required. To register or for more information, please call Diakon Family Life Services at 610-682-1337 or 1-888-499-2699 (toll-free).

Patty Brosky’s Beauty Salon 489 Walnut Drive (Pennsville) Northampton For Appointments

Phone: (610) 261-2013 Cuts, Styles, Perms, Colors

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Happy Birthday Aidan!

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HOPE LUTHERAN NURSERY SCHOOL Cherryville

Openings available for 2012-2013 Three-year-old morning classes that meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays mornings from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.

Four-year-old afternoon class only that meet on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 12:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

The school’s structured learning environment helps to prepare the children for their formal school experiences.

Activities include: music, crafts, gym, painting, language arts, field trips and more.

Our other classes consist of: Two morning classes for four-year-olds which meet on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.

There are end of the year programs for both age groups.

For more information, or to register or to schedule a time for visitation, please call Mrs. Debbie Gable at 610-767-7523.

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Senior Citizens Corner Northampton Senior Center

Northampton Senior Center hosted a low key Valentine's Day party for visitors. They really whooped it up for Leap Day. Our "Sadie Hawkins" party was a success, with no proposals that I'm aware of. Musical entertainment with the Cracked Walnuts was the perfect compliment to our theme that day. Lots of hillbillies and rednecks showed up. A keg of birch beer compliments of Tanczos Beverage was a real treat to add to all the goodies available that day.

March happenings include "The Hinkle Family" entertaining us on the 15th at 10:30 am. Spring Break will be on the 20th, we will be wearing our favorite college shirts. (Gee, Moravian or Villanova?) Tom Vicario will be taking us to the Photos beach with his special music at 10:30 am.

Of course we don't party everyday, but we do (clockwise from upper left) enjoy getting together with our friends for social, recreational, informative speakers and meals. Aggie Mullner, February Area adults 60+ are welcome. Monday through birthdayFriday, 8:30-1:30. Call Krista for information at Richard Koch 610-262-4977. and Louise Day Celebrating 5 years of New Ownership September 2011

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We’re not Irish, but we like to...

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Happy Saint Patrick's Day! I love to visit the island of Ireland.

It is a beautiful, emerald green land surrounded by lovely ocean water, which makes it easy for me to travel all around it. I really like to visit on the holiday of St. Patrick so I can watch the celebrations.

The Christian holiday honoring the patron saint of Ireland is religious as well as fun. St. Patrick, who was not Irish, came to Ireland as a missionary to teach Christianity. He used the three-leaf shamrock as a symbol to explain how the Father, Son and Holy Spirit were ‘three, yet one."

Each year, there is a day to remember St. Patrick and enjoy the customs and foods of the Irish. Many cities hold parades and many people wear green to join in the fun. Do you know any Irish folktales or songs?

I think talking dolphins might be real. After all I can talk!

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I corned beef and cabbage! Don’t forget the crumbs of 1 soda bread too!

crochet ivy

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Circle “R” if it is real and “N” if it is not real.

1. shamrock R N 2. leprechaun R N 3. rainbow R N 4. Saint Patrick R N 5. corned beef R N 6. talking dolphin R N

Ireland is the island of the Irish! The Irish are well-known for many 5 things called "Irish." Can you fill in this puzzle with some of them?

7 1. light, finely handwoven cloth used for collars, handkerchiefs 8 2. folks like lively jigs and reels 6 3. breed of large hunting dog; has long, silky, reddish-brown hair 4. mutton, potatoes, onions, other veggies 9 5. extinct species of deer; remains were found in Ireland (and Europe); they had antlers up to 11 feet from tip to tip. The "Irish" ____ 6. leprechauns play a role in these Free s! 10 7. flies with three colors: green, white, orange (Republic of Ireland) Puzzle 8. bishop named Patrick who taught Christianity Visit our web site to print out new puzzles: World of Music, Where Things Come From, Sink Your Teeth Into This. Don’t forget to print 9. like the English kind, but with larger leaves out the new reading log set, too: www.readingclubfun.com 10. heavy lace with rose or leaf designs

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Apology Needed

A customer at a counter of a garden ornament shop said to the cashier, “Give me four of those pinwheels, two of those pink flamingos, two of those sunflowers, and one of those bent-over grandmas in bloomers.”

The cashier replied “that’ll be eight dollars for the pinwheels, ten for the flamingos, six for the sunflowers, and an apology for my wife!”

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Extra Point

by Tyler Trumbauer

The Coaching Carousel is in Motion

• There is a new era beginning in the Northampton football program. For the last five seasons, Bob Steckel has been the head coach of the K-Kids. During his five years on the sidelines he accumulated a record of 26-32. Steckel resigned after last season citing he would like to pursue other opportunities. The new era began in late February when the Northampton Area School District School Board unanimously voted to approve Jeff Brosky as the new head football coach.

Brosky may be new to the head coaching position, but has been on sidelines of many Friday night varsity football games. After graduating in 1979 from Central Catholic, Brosky was a cornerback at East Stroudsburg University. In 13 of his 21 seasons as a football coach, he held the position of Defensive Coordinator. A few of Brosky’s premier stops on the coaching carousel were Freedom, Central Catholic, Whitehall and Emmaus. This is Brosky’s second stint at Northampton as he was an assistant coach from 1996-1999.

Brosky is focused on moving forward with the program and he isn’t putting too much thought into the dim past, “Every program goes through a time of struggle. Hopefully that time is past and we can begin moving things in the right direction here at Northampton.” Steckel’s record was around the .500 mark, but there weren’t any signs of imminent improvement as the team ended the 2011 campaign with a 3-9 record.

We are only in March, but football is a year round sport with all the off-season programs. That constant workload keeps players and coaches busy. Brosky told me he is working on starting things quickly, “[I want] to first build trust with all the athletes and get them excited about playing football here [and] develop a strong work ethic and commitment to both the weight room and the program in general. [Then I want] to find leaders who buy into the system and use that as a catalyst towards success. Motivation, enthusiasm and preparation will be major points of focus for [our] staff and players.”

There is no doubt that Brosky, who teaches physical education at Whitehall, knows football.

He has the ability to become a very successful head coach in Lehigh Valley Conference. Don’t expect an immediate turnaround however. Give him a few years to implement his system and then

look for the K-Kids to be shining on the gridiron.

• Another coaching change for Northampton happened recently, but this one affected the K-Kids that play on the hardwood. Head basketball coach, Ed Ohlson, has resigned from his position.

He was 89-106 in eight years for Northampton.

Ohlson had some highlights during his tenure, including his 21-9 record in the 2007-08 season. His team made it to the AAAA District 11 semi-final and qualified for the state tournament that year.

Ohlson’s squad struggled this past season with an 8-14 record. At the time of printing, a replacement had not yet been announced.

Earlier this month another coaching change happened in the Colonial League. Northwestern Lehigh introduced Josh Snyder as the replacement for Tom Linette, who retired following the 2011 season. Snyder was a player at Northwestern Lehigh and Lehigh University. Snyder has been with the program for the last seven years and has been the offensive coordinator under Linette for the past two years. The 32-year old is expected to be approved by the school board at the March 15 meeting.

PIAA Wrestling Tournament Results The PIAA wrestling championships were held at the Giant Center, in Hershey on March 10 and 11.

That tournament is always a big spectacle around the state. Alumni, parents, friends and school devotees all congregate to the town where Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points in a basketball game 50 years ago this month. On March 2, 1962 Chamberlain accumulated a lot of personal achievement in that game where the Philadelphia Warriors beat the New York Knicks 169-147. On March 10, 2012, Ethan Lizak, a sophomore from Parkland, earned some personal achievement for himself by beating Michael Kemerer, a freshman from Franklin Regional, 4-2 to win the gold medal in the 106 lb weight class.

Lizak finished his 2011-12 season with a 43-1 record and wrestled very well while at Hershey.

In his preliminary match, Lizak won by a score of 10-4 to Dan Martoccio, Council Rock South. In the quarterfinals, Lizak had a tougher battle with local, Vincenzo Joseph of Central Catholic. Lizak came out victorious with a 9-7 win. On Saturday morning, Lizak wrestled, Dom Forys from North Allegheny, in the semi-finals. Lizak controlled Forys from the beginning storming out to a 7-0 lead, he finished the match with an 11-1 score. On Saturday evening, Lizak met up with Kemerer for Continued on Page 40

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A Touch of Dutch 8 Matz, 1956 Die Woch iss es schicklich fer bissel schreiwe vun der scheene Heemet neegscht an Naazrett, wo nau geht beim Naame ‘Gracedale’, weil es uff der elft Matz, achtzeh hunnert un nein un dreissich (Mar. 11, 1839), der Legislature and der Gowenier Joseph Ritter es Recht gewwe hen fer Land kaufe un en Heemet baue fer die arme Leit. Land iss schpeeder kauft warre vun der Herrnhuder neegscht an Naazrett, un en Heemet iss gebaut warre. Des waar ee hunnert un siwwezeh Yaahr (117) zerick. Viel mols gehne Heemete zerick un zerick bis sie zu nix gehne, awwer net so mit Gracedale. Es watt scheener un scheener alle Yaahr, un nimand braucht sich schemme fer datt wohne.

Mer waare yuscht do am Denke wiffel Veggel as nau am reddi Mache sin fer widder noch unserm Weltdeel kumme, nau’s waaremer watt.

Sell hot uns denke mache, was der deitsch un englisch Naame iss fer die Veggel, wo mer gut bekannt sin do rum. Do sin deel Naame as ich draagedenkt hab in die letschte fimf Minudde: Amschel, Blohvoggel, Schpatz, Goldamschel, Grabb, Gehlschpeecht, Schtaar, Eil, Schteekeitzel, Blummevoggel, Piewie, Zelaatschpetzel ... Auch, des sin noch viel meh, awwer ich kann nau net an sie all denke graad nau. Wann ihr an noch Meh denkt, schriebt sie nunner un schickt sie rei.

Was sin mer so froh, wann die Veggel all widder rumkumme des Friehyaahr. Waer ken Lieb hot fer Veggel un Blumme, hot aa ken Lieb fer Gott. „Im Matz iss es wiescht un aa schee, Datt kann mer doch immer druffgeh; Ee Daag iss es meilt, Der neegscht Daag blost der Wint wie weilt; Un alsemol bringt er noch Schnee.“ -Florence Baver

March 8, 1956 This week it is appropriate to write a little about a nice home near Nazareth that is called Gracedale, since it was on the 11th March in 1839 the legislature and the governor, Joseph Ritter, passed a law permitting the buying of land and building an almshouse there upon. Land was later bought from the Moravians near Nazareth [originally called ‘Gnadenthal’, hence ‘Gracedale’] and the almshouse was built. That was 117 years ago. Often homes fall into disrepair over time till they become almost worthless, but that is not the case with Gracedale. It has become nicer and nicer every year, and no one need be ashamed to live there.

We were just thinking how many birds are preparing to return to our area, now that it’s becoming warmer. That makes us think what the Dutch and English names are for those birds that frequent our area. Here’s a list that I thought of in the last five minutes: robin; blue bird, sparrow, oriole, crow, flicker, black bird, owl, screech owl, humming bird, pewee, gold finch … O, there are many more, I just can’t think of them now. If you can think of more write them down and send them in. We are always so glad to see the birds return in spring. Whoever doesn’t have love for birds and flowers, doesn’t have love for God. In March the weather can be nasty or nice, that you can depend upon; One day it’s mild, the next day the wind blows like wild; And yet sometimes March brings snow. .[Let’s take her challenge; create a list of other birds you remember (Dutch and English) and send them in to this paper. Please send in just those that you and your friends remember and don’t worry about the spelling! I’ll assemble a list, and put it in ‘Touch of Dutch’ later. Thank you. –Translator]

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Extra Point Continued from Page 36 the right to be called the 2011-12 AAA 106 pound state champion. Lizak scored the first takedown in the match, but Kemerer continued to battle.

After a back and forth match, Lizak was the one on the top pedestal of the podium wearing the gold medal.

Another notable winner was Cole Sheptock, a senior from Northampton. Sheptock finished 4th in the 152 pound weight class. Sheptock started strong by beating Solanco’s Joe Welk by a score of 7-0. Success was the theme again in Sheptock’s quarterfinal match against Dillion Gavlock from Central Mountain.

His first loss was dealt to him by Rustin Barrick from Mechanicsburg. Sheptock bounced back by beating Tyler Manion by a score of 4-0. Sheptock took on Casey Kent from LaSalle in the fourth round of the consolation bracket. Kent won the match by a score of 3-0 and Sheptock finished 4th in the 152 pound weight class. extrapoint@townandcountrygazette.com Twitter: @tylertrumbauer Facebook Updates: Town & Country Gazette

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ATTORNEY JOINS FIRM OF COUNSEL The law office of Steckel and Stopp, with offices in Slatington, Schnecksville and an affiliated office in Northampton, is pleased to announce that Alfred K. Hettinger, Esquire has joined the firm on an Of Counsel basis.

Attorney Hettinger resides in Whitehall Township, Lehigh County and is married to Joanne M. (Schreiner) Hettinger and has two children and four grandchildren.

Attorney Hettinger is a graduate of The Allentown High School, Muhlenberg College, and Harvard Law School.

Attorney Hettinger was a member of several law firms and has been a solo practitioner since 1975. He has a total of 51-years of admission to the Bar through January, 2012.

He served the County of Lehigh from 1975 through 1991 as an Assistant County Solicitor where he handled various tax matters for the County.

He is a Past President of the Lehigh County Bar Association and was Chairman of the Continuing Education Committee. He also serves on the Bar Association’s Board of Directors as “Historian.”

He has worked extensively in the fields of Estates, Wills and Trusts, and Estate Planning as well as Estate and Trust income taxation, and Real Estate tax assessment appeals.

This article was authored by Charles W. Stopp, Esquire a Partner of the Steckel & Stopp Law Firm with offices at Main Street and Walnut Street, Slatington; Schnecksville and Northampton which has been serving the needs of the Northern Lehigh Valley area for over sixty years.

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LCTI February Students of the Month

The administration, faculty and staff of Lehigh Career and Technical Institute have selected the February 2012 Students of the Month. Award recipients are selected by the instructor of each respective lab in recognition of their achievement during the previous month.

From Northern Lehigh; Nicholas Demko, Brian Neff, Jeryd Kern, Aurora Menescu, Angelique Godown, Tyler Schlegel and Shaine Hawk. From Northwestern; Austin Fitzgerald, Justin Gets, Zachary Hathaway, Zackery LaMaster, Kyle Luton, Kody Frey, Wayne Wilson, Austin Fenstermaker, Tyler Rex and Brittany Dengler.

Accepting Applications Lincoln Manor Apartments One and Two BR Apartments plus One BR Accessible Apartments Security Deposit, One year Lease, and Income Verifications required.

Call or write: Lincoln Manor, 320 Oak St. Walnutport, PA 18088 610-767-9232 TDD 711

Managed by: Grosse and Quade Management Co. 215-855-8700

Richard B. Ryon Insurance 610.767.6641 Fax: 610.767.9037 499 Riverview Drive, P.O. BOX R, Walnutport, PA Daniel A. Lombardo Branch Manager

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Spring Checklist for Home and Lawn Care

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Local Students Move on to States

(NU) - Whether you’re considering the resale value of your home or are simply resigned to doing maintenance projects to keep your house in good condition, your lawn and garden could certainly benefit from some TLC of the home and lawn improvement variety this spring.

The exterior of your house commands most first impressions, and even mild winters inflict seasonal damage. If you don’t know where to start, a home-improvement project checklist may help. Consider the following lawn- and gardenmaintenance tips from home and garden experts at HGTV and MarthaStewart.com: • Remove piles of dead leaves from the lawn.

Not only will your grass grow greener, a clean lawn helps maximize fertilizers and pesticides.

Don’t make the mistake of fertilizing your grass too early though. April is the general benchmark; any sooner might result in yellow spots and driedout patches of grass.

• Check gutters for leaks and debris. Loose gutters cause improper drainage, so water can collect in basements and crawl spaces. Downspouts should point away from the foundation of the house and must be clear of all debris.

• Start a roof fund. It’s a good rule of thumb to check your roof for rotted, buckled, loose or missing shingles after winter because summer sun will only worsen the damage. Since roof maintenance is so expensive, it’s also smart to start a fund before you need it.

• Remove piles of wood or debris stacked near the home. Fire- wood should be kept far away from the foundation, and stacked 18 inches off the ground. These preventative measures help keep insect pests from exploring your home.

• Don’t strain yourself, and stay hydrated. This might be the first time you’ve done any heavy lifting or spent hours in the sun for months.

Remember to drink plenty of fluids, take breaks and stretch your muscles. If you suffer from backaches and muscle strains, keep some relief on hand.

• Call a professional to clean your AC unit.

Heating and cooling experts recommend an annual servicing since clean coils work more efficiently. When the summer’s blazing heat drives you indoors, your family will appreciate having an AC operating at peak levels.

On February 1 over 400 students competed in 52 hands-on skill and leadership competitions.

This “Showcase of Skills” provided a unique opportunity to observe some of the most talented career and technical education students in the area. District Gold Medal winners advanced to state and national competitions. This year, the SkillsUSA Council is partnering with postsecondary educational institutions to award over $64,100 in scholarships to the medalists of 9 competitions.

First place winners advancing to states from our area are; Action Skills: Andrew Acevedo – BAVTS Northampton High School Automotive Service Specialization: Joshua Mack – BAVTS Northampton High School Cake Decorating: Alyssa Lancsak – LCTI Northern Lehigh High School Cosmetology: Yajaira Alvarez – LCTI Northern Lehigh High School Crime Scene Investigation: Ashley Considine – LCTI Parkland High School Cheyenne LaBar – LCTI Palmerton High School HVAC & Refrigeration: Tommy Marakovits – BAVTS Northampton High School Industrial Motor Control: Darius Dalcin – BAVTS Northampton High School Internetworking: David Fritz – LCTI Parkland High School Job Skill Demonstration A: Thomas BachmanHaftl – BAVTS Northampton High School Job Skill Demonstration Open: Amanda Ingram – BAVTS Northampton High School Precision Machining Technology: Tyler Rex – LCTI Northwestern Lehigh High School Web Design: Brett Reed – BAVTS Northampton High School Troy Woolf- BAVTS Freedom High School Welding: Thomas Uff - LCTI Parkland High School

College News

27 Main St. Walnutport 1-484-623-4955

Michael T. Hofman Jr. ’15, son of Michael and Lisa Hofman of Slatington earned deans list standing for the fall semester at Moravian College in Bethelehem.

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Ladies Jeans – Buy One Pair, Get One Pair Free!

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HOW TO USE OUR CLASSIFIED SECTION:

1. Mail your ads, with a check for $6 per ad (up to 30 words per ad), to T&C Gazette, 4685 Lehigh Drive, Walnutport, PA 18088, or 2. Call in your ad to 610-767-9600 any weekday from 8 to 5 OR fax anytime to 610-767-9612.

Each additional word, per ad, is 25 cents.

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 it 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.

Classifieds EVENTS Bunny Luncheon Saturday, March 24th - 11:30 am sharp Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Trachsville. – Light Lunch, Magicians, Egg Hunt (weather permitting) Tickets $4 – Call 610-681-5200 NO TICKETS SOLD AT DOOR. (3/15) CHICKEN & BISCUIT PIE DINNER Sat. March 24th, 4:30 & 6:00 pm, Chapman Quarries UM Church $10; 6-12 $5; under 6 Free -- Take outs available FOR MORE INFO. CALL 484623-4545 or 610-837-7410 (3/15) Flea Market & Craft Show, March 31 from 9 am - 3 pm, Vigilant Fire Company, 110 S. Walnut Street, Slatington.

Vendors on two floors. Parking & admission are free, kitchen will be open. FMI or to reserve tables call 610-554-4099. Benefits Walnut Street Playground.

3/15 Ham & Money Raffle, 5 - 9 pm Vigilant Fire Company, 110 S. Walnut St., Slatington. Door Prizes. Refreshments. Platters. Tickets: $2 each or 3 for $5.

Available at area businesses or at the door. (610) 767-3832. 3/15 KIMMY’S TOURS - Jonah Site & Sound 4/24, Wicked 9/29, Neil Diamond 6/18, Harrah’s Chester 3/30, Mohegan Sun Casino/Show Packages Foxwoods/Mohegan, Mount Airy Show/Casino For Complete Listings: www.kimmystours. com Call Kim: 610-767-5805 (3/15) Moving – Downsizing SALE – Knick-knacks & frames galore. $1.00 each. 3/17 & 3/18

Rain Date 3/24 & 3/25 10 am to 3 pm 316 N. Best Ave. Rte. 145N Walnutport, before K-Mart (3/15)

parking available, owner-occupied units. Shown by appointments only. Call 610-760-0700 (12/13)

Saturday, April 14th from 5 9 pm Longaberberger Basket Bingo & Chinese Auction, Hosted by Carbon Builders @ Mahoning Valley Ambulance Corp. 902 Mill Road Lehighton, FMI/Tickets 610-379-1099 or 610-377-2076 (3/15)

MYRTLE BEACH,S.C. luxury condo by the beach with 2 pools. Fully equipped and nicely furnished. 3 BR, 2.5 bath, sleeps 8. Many attractions for the entire family. Weekly rentals available, call for information. 610-799-3062 (5/3)

St. Paul’s UCC Indianland Ham and Dandelion Dinner Saturday, March 24th, 2012 from 3 - 7pm. Menu: ham, mashed potatoes, lettuce, dandelion, hot bacon dressing, vegetables and dessert. Tickets are $9 for adults with children’s prices available. Advance tickets may be purchased by calling (610)767-5751. (3/15)

PARTY TENTS for rent or Sale - we deliver and set up all our tents. 610-776-6225 www.partytentsforrentbymarty. com (8/30)

Yard Sale - furniture, clothing, NASCAR, assorted household items including china, flatware, glassware, linens, toys, and more Friday, April 6th 8 am - ?

Rt. 329/Nor Bath Blvd. Near Horwith Trucking. (4/5) YARD SALE Christ UCC, Multi-family March 17, 9 am -1 pm Kitchen Open 610-837-6051 (3/15)

FOR RENT Apartment Slatington – New 2 Bedroom, NO pets, W/S/G Included. $550+ utilities, security required. 610-390-8691 (12/13) Fine Lodging, Slatington.

Clean, Safe, Quiet, Nicely furnished rooms, $90-$150 per week. Private and shared bathroom. Furnished apartments $150-$200 per week. All units have color TV, HBO, fridge, M/W, all utilities included,

TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $770 no dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo) 610-759-0169 (3/15) TOWNHOUSE 3 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C. $840 no dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo) 610-759-0169. (3/15)

FOR SALE 2br Mobile Home complete renovated ceramic tile kitchen and bath. Newer appliances with deck. Nice community located in LiL WOLF, Orefield Pa. Asking $9,900 neg. call 484-6021605 (3/15) 4,000 sq. ft. Building – Two Overhead Doors & 10 ft. ceilings. City water & sewer, Office space, 1mi. West of Slatington. $900/mo. + utilities and security.

Call 610-767-8529 (4/19) Lionel Trains mostly post war.

Private Collection. Cherryville.

Richard 610-217-1682 (4/5)

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Mourning Doves- for sale, all colors. Call 610-751-0924 (3/15) Easter Goodies. Peanut butter, Peanut rolled, Peanut rolled peanut butter, butter crème, or coconut crème eggs $6.00 lb or $3.00 1/2.Vanilla minis $4.00 lb Chocolate covered pretzels.

Cake pops, marshmallow pops, chocolate pops, or clear toy pops $6.00 dz. pumpkin roll $10.00. Kiffles and nut tossies $4.00 dz. Call to order 610-3921843 or 610-392-6549. (3/15) Florida Room – 4 Track Windows Open to 75% Screen in Summer. #4 Utilize Your Deck.

Our 4’ Wide Insulated Roof Panels Make it Easy To Heat.

Call with size for price over the phone 610-530-8727 (3/15) For Sale 1 Acre of Land. Waterfront on Lehigh River, North Whitehall Township. Build a family home or cabin. $58,000.

610-261-2056 or 610- 262-0764.

(5/17) Heisler’s Battery Outlet: We carry all kinds of batteries including electronic and toys. New and factory blems.

All standard auto batteries $47.95. Chainsaws and mower blades sharpened, new chains by the foot. 3248 Love Road, Northampton. Call for pricing 610-262-8703 (12/20) Homemade Easter Candy Peanut butter, coconut, peanut rolled eggs $8.00/lb. Peanut butter and plain pumpkin roll $15.00 Whole serves 14 wt.

2.5lbs, Chocolate or vanilla bunny pops .75 each also do 1/2 lbs. Call 610-533-6606 (5/15) INSULATION BOARD 4’x8’x1.5”, Great for Pole Buildings (control temperature AND the condensation that rusts your tools and toys), Barns, finishing basements etc., unprinted foil faces, compare to p2000insulation.com, $15 ea. INSULATION PANELS 7’x17”x1/2”, 50 for $25, equals (15) 4’x8’ sheets, 2K left, quantity discount 484-357-6320 (3/15)

Need Amway? All products available upon order. Call Annette at 610-767-3688 I.B.O. (4/5) Powertec/Leverage Squat Calf Machine $225 Phone 610767-6138 Uses Olympic Size Plates, Not Included. (5/15) Rough Cut Lumber. Mostly red oak, some poplar and pine.

5-12’ long, 1-2” thick, 4-15’: wide. $1.50 bd/ft. Cherryville.

Richard 610-217-1682 (4/5) S & C Unique and Oneof-a-kind Wood and Metal Crafts-Handcrafted by local craftsman and seen at local craft shows. Now, check out our collection by appointment.

Call 610-502-1681. (5/3) Styrofoam Insulation Sheet Boards – Great for Pole Buildings, Garages and Basement: Unfaced 2”- 4’x 8’ @ $11.00 each. Faced Sheets 2” x 4’ x 8’ @ $17.00 each. Other sizes available. Call 610-530-8727 (3/15)

HELP WANTED Assistant Group Supervisor for toddlers in Christian childcare center in Cherryville.

Individual with lots of energy and TLC. Hours M-F, 1-6 pm.

15 credits in ECE required.

Salary neg. Call Margie or Jen @610-767-1910. (3/15) AVON IS NOW HIRING -Interested in a brochure or signing up to be a representative? Free kit with $10 sign up.

Visit my website: www.youravon.com/lsymons or call Lucia 610-767-0896 (6/28) Exciting Business Opportunity!!! Make money and help customers save money on their electric bills. NO cold selling!

NO inventory to buy! Call Connie 610-657-5832. Independent Associate. (4/19) First Student Now Hiring School Bus Drivers for the Northampton School district.

P/T 20-25 hours per week. No nights or weekends. Free training No out of pocket expense to obtain CDL Clean driving record required competitive

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wages with monthly safety/ attendance bonus apply in person at First Student Transpiration 3354 West Beersville Road, Northampton, PA 18067.

610 262-7173 (3/15) Travel Coordinator. Paid training. FT/PT Hourly + commission & bonus FT benefits including vacation, paid holidays & med. plan. EOE Call Molly: 610-266-9068 (3/15)

SERVICES AVAILABLE ABZOLUTE ENTERPRIZEZ Chimney sick? Leaking, not working right? Cleanings, caps, stoves, repairs, chimney relining specialist! We build ‘em, and stone veneer. Call The Chimney Doc, Before Your House Makes the News! 570325-5727 (4/11) A.P. EXCAVATING & CONCRETE. PA#021097 Footers, Block Walls, Foundations, Patios, Driveways, Sidewalks, Curbs, Landscaping, Retaining Walls, Pavers. Water & Electrical lines installed. Large Field cutting, Hauling. Large & Small Backhoe, Specializing in tight area digging. Snowplowing.

Fully insured. 484-221-4200 OR 610-737-9585 (5/17) BW LAWNCARE – It PAYS to get free estimates. Call 610-2625654. (7/19) Child Care in my home – very reasonable rates, lots of experience. Lunch & Snacks included. Call 610-217-7075 Ask for Sue. (3/15) G&S Masonry – we do concrete, chimney & all types of brickwork. Fully insured and experienced. PA 088267 Call 484-896-0470 (5/3) HANDY MAN SPECIAL on Deck and Patio Roofs Save 50% on installation Hard Top Roof for your Deck or Patio. 4’ wide no maintenance panels, Strong Enough to Walk on. 1 day Install, We Deliver And Supply One Exp’d man. Call w/size for a FREE ESTIMATE Over the Phone. Local Co. 30 Yrs Exp. 610-530-8727 (3/15)

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Hill Street Children's Center has been providing quality child care in the area since 1976. We are a non-profit and licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and are proud to be rated as a PA Keystone Star 2 Center. We currently have open enrollment for infant care (6 weeks - 12 months old) in a caring and enriching environment. We incorporate exploration, time outdoors, and flexibility to meet your child's schedule and needs. We are open 6am-6pm, M-F. Part time care is available.

Call Miranda at 610-767-4102 ext. 1 to find out more! (3/15) Home Health Care for your loved one. Light housekeeping, meals, appointments etc.

Experience with References.

Kathy 610-248-0905 (4/19) JUNK CAR REMOVAL – Running or not. Cash paid for your junk Car, Van or Pick-Up! Must have title and tires. (Cell) 610-509-9155 or (Home) 610767-8760 (3/15) Mobile Homeowner: WHY MOVE JUST IMPROVE… Tax Rebate Sale on Insulated Aluminum Re-Roof, Windows, Siding, Skirting and Interior floors and Ceilings. Local company w/35 Years Experience Call with Size for free estimate over the phone 610-530-8727 (3/15) Oil Heat Service - cleanings save oil, 24/7 Emergency Service, Water Heater replacement, plumbing, domestic water coils cleaned, furnaces, boilers, we do it all. 40 years experience.

Bruce Beltz 610-759-5765 anytime. (5/17) TAX SEASON IS HERE Wenz Tax Service is offering great service at prices starting at $70. Referral bonuses are also available. Call Today! 484-3301125 (4/5) TIMS SHARPENING SERVICE Let me take care of your sharpening needs. Circular saws, carbide circular saw blades, planer blades, scissors,

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electric hedge fence trimmers, lawn mower blades, axes, chisels, chain saws, etc. Call 610767-5171. (8/16) Trees by Dave & Son Take downs, round overs, lot clearing, aerial life equipped. Over 20 years experience. Fully Insured, FREE estimates. 610826-7487 Emergency Service 24-HRS.Call Dave’s Cell 570657-1063. (12/13) We Remove Junk! Attic Basements, Clean-outs, Appliances, Furniture, Construction Debris, Backyard Shed Tear-down, Swimming Pools, Old Hot Tubs etc. GO GREEN! Marth's Disposal 610-262-9021 or 610-8425684. (12/13)

WANTED ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLES – Always scouting for Indian, Harley, European or select Japanese bikes. Preferably garage or barn kept and not running.

Also Gas Pumps, Signs, Etc. Pre-1965 Scotty Aero Campers and Rat Rods. CA$H NOW! 570-325-5727 (4/11) Antiques Wanted Old furniture, quilts, toys, rugs, dishes, birth certificates, baskets, holiday decorations, prints, frames, photos, postcards, jewelry, old advertising items, sports items, slates items. Dave Irons Antiques, 223 Covered Bridge Road (Kreidersville), Northampton. 610-262-9335 (12/13) GUNS GUNS GUNS Paying Top Prices From One Gun to 1,000. We Buy New And Used Firearms A.F. BOYER HARDWARE & GUNS 610-767-3162 (12/13)

Wanted All Types of unwanted Metal Household Appliances, Air Conditioners, Car Parts, Lawn Tractors, Atv, Motorcycles, Mobile homes, furnaces, metal buildings, structures, equipment. Residential, Commercial No Job to big. Cell (610) 751-9251 Jerry Anytime. (4/5) Wanted unwanted lawn mowers: riding, push, roto tillers & snow blowers. Go-carts & Minibikes. DEAD OR ALIVE. Call Al 610-767-9077 or 484-3583718. Free Pick Up. (4/15) WANTED: VINTAGE BASEBALL CARDS Paying top $ for tobacco cards, 1948-1952 Bowman, 1952-75 Topps, etc. No collection too small Call Todd at T & L Sports 610-703-0790 (4/22) 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 Rte. 873, Slatington PA 18080. 610-767-9046 (12/13)

PERSONALS SWM – 48, Clean, Healthy, and Financially Secure – seeks romantic female 35 – 45 for dating, friendship, companionship.

Any Race OK. Call Joe 484-2687620 L/M 24/7 Will Return Call (3/15) Wanted Female who is looking for nice good man. Clean no smoker or drunk for long term relationship. Friend, companion, affection. 5'8" medium build, 65 years. Wants female slim or medium build non smoker. Please write PO BOX 130 Nazareth, PA 18064. (4/19)

Pinball machines older gum ball and candy machines, penny arcade & any older coin operated machines cash paid call Daryl 610-767-9135 (12/13)

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How Do You Choose Your Contractor?

Today’s home building, remodeling and repairs require skilled craftspeople and knowledgeable professionals, who are at the same time, business men and women committed to quality and excellence and follow state laws and guidelines.

You want to be confident that the builder, remodeler, contractor or supplier is current on the things that are important to the success of your project.

You are probably wondering what to look for in a responsible contractor. Here are some tips! o Is the contractor a member of a Builders Association? o Is the contractor registered with the Pennsylvania State Attorney General’s office? o Take your time. Investigate. Spend time before you spend money. o Does the contractor have proof of insurance and carry workers compensation insurance. o Incorporate any warranties, guaranties or other promises in your contract; always insist that change orders be in writing. o Check references. Bank, Suppliers, SubContractors. Speak with other home owners in the neighborhood.

o Always have your attorney represent you and review all documentation prior to signing. o See for yourself the quality of work that is being preformed. o Have specific starting and completion dates, some delays are unavoidable and beyond the contractor’s control. o Beware of unusually low bids or low advertised pricing.

Select a contractor you are comfortable with, who understands your needs, desires, and one you can communicate with easily. It is understandable why you may be tempted to turn to a less reputable contractor, because job quotes are almost always lower. But you need to remember the risks involved in hiring uninsured contractors who provide no written contracts or guarantees and who often pay no taxes. You should look at everything listed above. Do not look only at the bottom line. Additionally, your contractor will not mind if you thoroughly check their credentials. It means less likelihood of an unsatisfied customer, because a careful consumer is one who cares about his home. Hiring a contractor who is a member of the Carbon Builders Association is part of your assurance of a quality job.

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

H E L P WA N T E D Now Hiring for Full Time Plumbing & Heating Mechanic • 5 years minimum field experience required • Reliable and Honest • Serious Applicants Only Please

CALL FOR INFORMATION AND INTERVIEW

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Visit our showroom and enjoy the largest display of window treatments in the area! Our professional decorators are here to help you. Bring your window and/or door photos and measurements and find out how much you can save!

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Early Literacy Project

Pennsylvania One Book, Every Young Child 2012 is a collaborative project highlighting the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers.

To participate in this effort, the Northampton Area Public Library-located at 1615 Laubach Avenue, Northampton-is sponsoring a family storytime featuring Stop Snoring, Bernard! by Zachariah OHora. “This engaging book follows the loveable sea otter Bernard as he tries to find a place in the zoo where his loud snoring won't disturb the other animals.” This storytime will take place on Thursday, April 12 at 10:00 a.m. or

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6:00 p.m. Please join us for stories, games and activities. The programs are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis, registration is currently under way. A current library card is needed to register the family. For more information call 619-2627537.

Margaret Mae Horn - 66 on March 25th Cindy Lynn - 59 on March 26th Matt McFarland - 19 on March 26th Marilyn Steigler - 91 on March 29th Felicia Croll - 6 on March 30th Sabrina Heffelfinger - 11 on March 31st

Gabby’s Lawn Care “Will beat any price in the Lehigh Valley” Experienced in all Facets of Services Provided

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Home Improvement Rudy’s Home Services Home Improvements & Repairs 610-462-0433

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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.

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TREES BY DAVE & SON 610-826-7487 • TAKE DOWNS • ROUND OVERS • LOT CLEARING • AERIAL LIFT EQUIPPED • OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE Fully Insured

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• Take Downs • Cabling • Corrective Pruning • Trimming • Cleanup • Hedges • Shaping • Wood Chips • Storm Work • Lot Clearing • Shrubbery • Bob Cat Service • 60’ Bucket Truck

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Business BLUE MOUNTAIN

Thomson’s Meat Market – Celebrating 30 Years Owner: Reed Thomson Established: February 1, 1982 Location: 430 Washington Street, Walnutport PA 18088 History: Reed Thomson was just 13 years old when he began to learn about the business that has made his store a household name in our area. Mr. John Milander inspired Reed in the late 70’s when he worked at Milander’s North, which was located in same spot as Thomson’s is today. Reed, a high school graduate, has been making homemade meats and deli items for the past thirty years.

About Us: The meat market and deli carries products that range from the fresh homemade sausages, hamburger and soups to great side dishes like mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese, local ice teas and potato chips, fresh bread and rolls and even lottery tickets and newspapers. They also carry homemade beef sticks you cant get anywhere else! Reed, a simple guy, says he gets the most satisfaction from “making good products.” With convenient store hours and friendly employees, Thomson’s Market is a gem located right here in Walnutport. The market can easily accommodate your outdoor BBQ needs, with fresh homemade turkey, beef and ham BBQ’s, pre-made and ready when you need them!

Here to Stay: On February 1, 2012 Reed, his staff and their customers celebrated 30 years in the community. Holding true to their core values of “Serving The Community” (he said he was a simple guy) Thomson’s prides itself on homemade products.

“We have two registers and they are both going most of time,” he said. Reed has been lucky, he says, to be able to provide the community with what they are looking for.“If you got a recipe, I’ll make it for you,” he said.

In addition to the 25 employees at Thomson’s, his son Jake joins Reed at the meat counter. He has been working with his dad since high school and can handle pretty much anything that comes up. When Reed decides to retire and spend his days in a tree stand (which is the only other place he would rather be) Jake will continue to serve the community, taking over the family business. Reed says,“I am very lucky that Jake is interested.”

The People: While he is a simple guy, with simple values, Reed knows that his business is more than the fresh meats. He said “everyday is a special one” because the people make it that way.

He appreciates his customers (although he doesn’t understand why they would stand in a line that wraps halfway around the Market) “It makes me happy that people come stand in line.”

Stop In: Store hours are Mon. – Thurs. 9 am – 7 pm, Fri. 9 am – 8 pm, Sat. 9 am – 5 pm, and Sun. 9 am – 2 pm.

Stop in and get a taste of what Thomson’s has been offering the community since 1982. Talk to the young folks that are getting a chance to prove themselves as good employees. You may even meet Marlene, who has been working with Reed since the store opened. Marlene worked for Mike Wasilkousky when Corner Cut Rate was the name of the store in the 1960’s and Mr. Milander until the 80’s. In her own words,“I go with the building.”

Community Involvement: Thomson’s is very involved in the community. They help organizations as much as possible and try to spread the involvement to different organizations. Keep your eyes open for the next Thomson’s hoagie fundraiser!

Phone: 610-767-4592

“If you got a recipe, I’ll make it for you” - Reed Thomson

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SAVE UP TO 20% OF YOUR HEAT! If you have a fireplace in your home, 20% of your home’s heat can be lost up the flue! Do a simple candle test… light a candle and SLOWLY go around the edge of your fireplace opening – or the edge of the fireplace doors, for those homeowners with doors. See what happens to the flame.

From the midpoint and up across the top, the flame will move slightly TOWARD the fireplace. This shows the heat leaving your house. At the bottom of the fireplace, the flame will move towards your room.

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Advertiser’s Index

A.F. Boyer.................................. 37 Ace’s Repair and Fix It Shop................................. 56 All American Tree Service..... 56 Aloha Salon & Spa.................. 39 Amey’s Clean Rite Septic....... 48 Amey’s Garage, Inc................... 2 Amy Pysher’s Child Care....... 21 Andrejack’s General Contracting, Inc....................... 58 Attenborough & Son Paving........................................ 49 B. Biechy Construction Company................................... 56 Bach & Handel........................... 9 Becker Homes.......................... 56 Beers Siding & Gutter............ 55 Bethany Wesleyan................... 25 BH Tree Service........................ 58 Birthday Coupon..................... 17 Bling Fling for Ava................... 10 Bloom’s Lawn Care................. 55 Blue Mountain Construction, Inc..................... 57 Blue Mountain Evergreen..... 51 Blue Mountain Health System.......................... 39 Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette Favorite Restaurant... 13 C&C Food Outlet..................... 19 C&D Landscaping................... 59 Campton Funeral Home........ 34 Carbon County Builders’ Association................................. 5 Carbon County Expo.............. 48 Carl’s Service Center.............. 51 Charles H. Mantz, Inc............. 52 Cherryville Service Center........................................ 64 Clean Sweep..................18, 42, 61 CLIU....................................... 4, 41 Concordia Lutheran................ 26 Country Clippers Pet Grooming........................... 15 Crystal Vision Center.............. 38 D&F Leather............................. 43 D&L Concessions.................... 34 Diehl Paving............................... 3 Dish Network........................... 24 Don Hartwig Sharpening Service....................................... 31 DLP Realty................................ 21 D-ville Dumpsters................... 49

Eberhardt Motors.................... 23 Edgemont Acres........................ 8 Eugene Hankee & Son........... 47 Everett Chiropractic.................. 7 Exchange Club......................... 10 Faith Alive................................. 26 Family Practice......................... 38 Frey & Co.................................... 2 Friedens Fire Co....................... 10 Gabby’s Lawn Service............ 54 G.D. Shupp............................... 57 George Bensing Funeral Home, Inc................... 40 Gin Mill........................................11 Good Eye Winner..................... 16 Gypsy Rose............................... 15 Hankee Heating & Air Conditioning............................ 49 Hassler Roofing Inc................. 53 Herritt’s Pest Control................ 2 Hess Concrete.......................... 52 Hope Lutheran......................... 31 Ice Cream Lab.......................... 11 J&J Coins................................... 17 Jack Follweiler’s Garage......... 50 Jason Hankee Plumbing......... 52 Jay’s Painting............................ 51 Jerusalem Lutheran................ 26 Joseph S. Butto, General Contractor................................. 50 Lehigh Elem. fundraiser........ 12 Lehigh Valley Spinal Care Center.................. 39 Lincoln Manor Apartments............................... 42 Linda’s Co. Catering............... 13 Lisa Gardner............................... 6 Livengood Excavators Inc...... 55 Liza’s House............................. 32 LoveLight House, Inc.............. 32 LT Country Garden...................11 LT Vol. Fire Co........................... 12 Mack’s Tree Service................. 57 Mel Fritz Construction........... 57 Miller Supply........................... 48 Mint Home Improvement..... 56 Mitman’s................................... 12 Monica Sellers Family Hair Styling Salon............................ 24 Myster Tree & Shrub Service....................................... 57 Nancy's Therapeutic Massage....................................... 2

Neff’s Masonry........................ 56 Neffs National Bank................ 20 Northern Lehigh Insurance & Notary.................................... 21 Nu-Finish.................................. 50 Off The Wall Auto.................... 52 Ontelaunee RGC..................... 10 Painting & Papering by Robert J. Marlatt...................... 57 Pastor Lundmark..................... 29 Patty Brosky’s Beauty Salon.. 30 Pond View Manor.................... 31 Precision Armaments............. 41 PSA............................................. 54 R & R Plumbing & Heating... 49 Rack em’ Up Pool/Cafe........... 13 Rack-N-Reel............................... 7 Realty Executives....................... 7 Rescue Pet of the Month........ 16 Richard B. Ryon ...................... 42 Ron Biechy................................ 51 Roosevelt Demo Club............. 14 Rough Rider Athletic Club.... 18 Rudy’s Home Services............ 57 Sammi’s Place............................ 9 Sargent’s Berner Hill Screen Printing.......................... 4 Silfies Fuel................................. 48 Sillettco Fence.......................... 56 Smiley’s Lawn Care................ 55 Snap Fitness............................. 64 St. Nicholas............................... 26 St. Peter’s U.C.C....................... 26 Steckel & Stopp....................... 41 Stress Relief Center................ 39 Susan C. Schneck Notary Public........................... 24 Swanson’s Lawn Care............. 56 The Village at Palmerton........ 32 Thomson’s Meat Market........ 21 T.J. Uhnak.................................. 54 Tony’s Floor Covering............. 51 Trees by Dave & Son............... 57 Veterans Discount Oil, LLC... 58 W. Neff Auto Sales & Service....................................... 37 Walnutport Family Eye Care & Optical Boutique................. 40 Wesley Enhanced Living........ 33 Window Door & Blind Ctr..... 50 Woodstone Country Club...... 63 Yons Construction................... 52 Zion Wesleyan.......................... 29

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