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From the Publisher’s Desk

Joe Korba

It’s hard to believe that it is already Memorial Day; 2015 is flying by. This Memorial Day, which so many of us will spend grilling with friends and family, make sure to take a moment to reflect and give thanks for all of the Airmen, Marines, Soldiers, Sailors, members of the Coast Guard, and National Guardsman who sacrificed so much for our freedom. Their bravery cannot be overstated and far too many of them have given their lives so we can enjoy things that are too often taken for granted.

Also, make sure to vote in our 5th Annual Coolest Treat Contest (see page 19) for a chance to win a gift certificate to the winning ice cream place. So far, we’ve seen more votes than any prior year come pouring into our mailbox. It’s a tight competition, so every vote counts!

I wanted to take a minute to clarify our Community Calendar policy—because of space and printing limitations, only 100% free-to-attend events will be published in this section starting next edition. I take great pride in the Gazette being an affordable and effective option for small businesses BL U E MO U N TA IN

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in the community. We offer steeply discounted ads for charities and we are (hopefully) a great avenue for organizations to spread the word about their events. However, there has been some confusion in the past as to what qualifies for the Community Calendar section. The rule, starting in the June 4 issue, is that if you have to reach for your wallet or purse at any point before or during an event, it has to be marketed as either a display ad or an affordable ($10) classified “events” ad. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about this new policy.

As always, I hope you all enjoy our Memorial Day edition of the Town & Country Gazette.

Contents:

Pg. 10 - Comm. Calendar Pg. 19 - Coolest Treat Pg. 30 - Young at Heart Pg. 46 - Book Review Pg. 47 - Classifieds

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Send Your Child To Camp Affordably Submitted by KELLY BOND Boys and girls ages eight to 15 (as of January 1, 2015) residing in Lehigh County are invited to attend 4-H Camp Shehaqua. Camp Shehaqua is a part of beautiful Hickory Run State Park in White Haven, Pa. 4-H programs from all over eastern Pennsylvania use the facility throughout the summer. The Lehigh County camp week will be shared with youth from Carbon, Lehigh, Northampton, and Schuylkill Counties. 4-H Camp Shehaqua June 22-26 will be a fun week of meeting new people, learning about nature, learning new songs and games, making crafts, getting challenged by the ropes course, participating in campfires, swimming at the beach, and much more. New for this year, we will have a “Night at the Movies” theme. Registration is due June 1, 2015. (Go to http://extension.psu.edu/shehaqua/ movies.) Registrations for non-4-H members will be taken on a first come, first served basis after Lehigh County 4-H members. The $235 fee (for non-4-H members) covers lodging, meals, medical insurance, craft supplies, and activities.

Shehaqua consists of five cabin areas, each with large lodge and bath facilities. Each cabin sleeps two to four people. A central dining hall with a

large fireplace, an arts and crafts lodge, a nature lodge, a recreation hall, a swimming pool, and acres of hiking trails are also available for camp use. A camp director, 4-H Youth Development Extension staff, nurse, and adult volunteer chaperones will be present at all times. Trained teen counselors will be present in every cabin area and will supervise all activities.

If you are interested in this affordable camping experience for your child, please contact the Lehigh County 4-H office for the Camp Shehaqua brochure at 610-391-9840 or Lehighext@psu.edu.

Many educational and fun activities are offered by 4-H in Lehigh County. In Pennsylvania, 4-H is coordinated by Penn State Cooperative Extension through the U.S. Department of Agriculture. 4-H programs are open to all youths regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability.

For more information about the above events or other 4-H activities, call the 4-H office at 610-3919840.

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Meet the Staff

As barbeque season rolls around once more, what is your favorite food to cook on/eat from the grill?

Joe Korba, Associate Publisher: My favorite thing about grilling season is when my friend busts out his smoker. Nothing like ribs smoked over hardwood for twelve hours.

Danielle Tepper, Editor: Even though they’re completely terrible for you and made up of parts I don’t even like to think about, hot dogs are about as ‘summer’ as you can get, in my opinion.

Grilled shrimp and chicken are also delicious. I prefer everything over a charcoal grill because the smell reminds me of summers spent at Lake George, NY. Catherine Stroh, Publishing Assistant: Personally, I don’t grill, but I’m always up for other people to grill. I enjoy eating some grilled hot dogs or asparagus.

Alice Wanamaker, Editorial Assistant: While I can't think of one thing made on the grill that I don't love, there is nothing better than a good old fashioned cheeseburger cooked over charcoal.

Donna Bachman, Accounting Manager: Summer BBQ time is always a favorite at my house. Boneless chicken breasts marinated in Lawry’s Hawaiian Sauce and grilled to perfection is a household enjoyment for everyone.

Kim Roman, Marketing Assistant: My favorite summertime grillin' meal would have to be mid-neck clams with a side of brown butter and a thick Delmonico steak!

Tony Pisco, Art Director: It’s hard to beat a good cheeseburger on the grill.

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Northampton Student Becomes Eagle Scout Submitted by SUE DEMCZYSZYN Sean Demczyszyn of Northampton received the rank of Eagle Scout during a Court of Honor ceremony on April 11 at Hope Lutheran Church in Cherryville. Sean, a member of Boy Scout Troop 242, is a senior at Northampton High School and has been active in scouting since joining as a Tiger Cub in Pack 242.

For his Eagle Project, Sean landscaped around a newly erected sign at Hope Lutheran Church in Cherryville. With Troop 242, Sean held positions of Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Senior Patrol Leader, Den Chief, Scribe and Quartermaster.

He has attended summer camp at Camp Minsi, Ockanickon, Camp Trexler, Hawk Mountain, and Camp Rodney.

Sean has worked summers at Akelaland in Camp Trexler on the Aquatics Staff for 3 years.

Outside of Scouting, Sean was on the lights and sounds team for the Spring Musical at Northampton High School. In the winter, he has worked at Blue Mountain Ski Resort in the tubing park as a tubing attendant. He has recently joined the Lehigh Township Fire Department.

Sean, the son of John and Sue Demczyszyn, plans to attend Northampton County Community College in the fall to study chemistry.

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First Local Winemaker To Headline At Lehigh Valley Food & Wine Festival

Submitted by KATHLEEN MATSON The Sands and Northampton Community College will host the sixth annual Lehigh Valley Food & Wine Festival at the Sands Casino in Bethlehem May 29 through 31. The event has grown from a one-day event to the largest event of its kind in this region. During the grand tasting at the event, guests may taste foods from wellknown restaurants and also wines from around the world. The event is a fundraiser for the NCC Foundation and to date has raised over 1.2 million dollars. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons, there will be wine seminars at 3 p.m. Past seminars have featured winemakers from California and Master Sommeliers, but this is the first year featuring a local winemaker, Sarah Troxell, recently named Best Woman Winemaker in the International Women’s Wine Competition.

“The Lehigh Valley is poised to become a premium white wine region,” said Troxell. “Our tasting will feature the variety Galen Glen pioneered in America, Gruner Veltliner.” Troxell’s winemaking style has a strong European influence from the countries that inspire her. Attendees of this seminar can expect to experience white wine from the leading winegrower. Tickets for the event may be purchased online or at the Sands box office.

Galen Glen will also welcome Natalie Morgan, Executive Pastry Chef from Portofino and Tom Colicchio’s Heritagesteak in Las Vegas, on May 30 and 31. She and winemaker Sarah Troxell are both leaders in their respective fields. These two petite powerhouses will pack a punch during this special event.

Galen Glen will be offering Natalie’s“Happiness Cake Pops” made from their award-winning Semi-Dry Riesling wine. Morgan, a Palmerton native, decided to attend The Culinary Institute of America after a weekend visit to Johnson and

Wales in her senior year of high school. During her externship between year one and two, she worked in the Lehigh Valley at The Glasbern Inn. In July 2006, she received her degree in Baking and Pastry. By August of that same year, she was working in the bright lights of Vegas at Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery, then Jean George’s Prime Steakhouse, The Mansion at MGM with Joel Robuchon, before moving to her current position. During this time, she has also started her own business, Nattie-cakes.

During the weekend, Galen Glen will be selling the “Happiness Cake Pop” with three ounces of Late Harvest for $3, while supplies last. The winery will also feature full-size versions of the Happiness Cupcake and Morgan’s favorite, Lemon Blueberry cupcakes for $2.50 each. Morgan will be at the winery Saturday, May 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a meet-and-greet.

Galen Glen Winery is located in the beautiful rolling hills of Andreas and was the only winery listed by Zagat in the “Top Ten Reasons to Drive to the Lehigh Valley.” The vineyard is on the family’s Continued on Page 9

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Local Winemaker Continued from Page 10 double-century farm and is full of history. The tasting room’s knowledgeable and engaging staff always make your visit enjoyable. They are open year round. The tasting room hours are Wednesday through Friday 12 to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. Plan to spend some time drinking in their exceptional views and award-winning wines with some locally-made cheeses or bring your own snacks.

For more information about the winery’s other award winning wines and other upcoming events, please visit www.galenglen.com. The tasting room may be reached at 570-386-3682. The staff looks forward to meeting you and your family and helping you create unforgettable memories at Galen Glen.

Happy Birthday Ron Brodoski - 75 on May 12 Wanda Kocher - 55 on May 15 Thomas Ward - 70 on May 15 Carol Snell - 73 on May 15

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Community Calendar EVERY THURSDAY

• Good Shepherd Church of Slatington playgroup (1st & 3rd), 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5.

FMI, 610-760-1687.

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

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

• Bingo, Emerald Fire Co. 6:30 p.m.

• Bingo, Petersville R&G Club, 7 p.m. FMI, 610-2612210.

• Rotary Club of Slatington meeting, Woodstone Country Club, 6:15 p.m.

FMI, 484-951-2468.

• Al-Anon Family Group, St. John’s UCC in Palmerton, from 7 to 8 p.m. FMI, 484221-1026.

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

• Zumba at Bethany Wesleyan, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

FMI, 610-767-1239.

• Yoga, Peters Elementary School, 6 to 7 p.m. FMI, 610760-0300.

• PA German Friends meeting (3rd), St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Allentown. FMI, 610-2642979.

• GriefShare, 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lehighton. FMI, 570-3869960.

EVERY FRIDAY

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

• Adult Stretch, Diamond Fire Co. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

FMI 610-760-0300.

• Bingo, Mahoning Valley Ambulance, 7 p.m. FMI 610217-4321.

• Mom, Pop and Tot class

from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Northampton Rec. Center.

Toddler based activities/group activities - FMI 610-502-2990 or reccenter@rcn.com • Chair Yoga, Lehigh Gap Nature Center. FMI 484-515 2923

EVERY SATURDAY

• Yoga, Palmerton Library 9 a.m. FMI 570-436-1762.

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

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

• Bingo, Diamond Fire Co., Walnutport 6:15 p.m. FMI 610767-8476.

• Bingo, Vigilant Fire Co., Slatington at 6:30 p.m. FMI 484-866-2364.

• Forgotten Felines Cat and Kitten Adoptions, 12 to 4 p.m. 6022 Mountain Rd., Germansville. FMI 610-7609009.

EVERY SUNDAY

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

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

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

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

EVERY MONDAY

• Book Club, Palmerton Library (3rd Monday) 12 p.m.

- 1:15 p.m.

• Quilters Club at St. Peter’s UCC, Northampton. 1 to 4 p.m. FMI 610-837-7426.

• Dance lessons

through methodology of line dancing. 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at Gin Mill, Northampton. FMI 610 - 262-9010 • Bingo, Diamond Fire Co. Open 4 p.m., bingo 6:30 p.m.

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

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

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

• Bingo, West Coplay Maennerchor 7 p.m.

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

• Bingo, 63 A Greenbriar Bath.

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

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

- 8 p.m.

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

• TOPS, Dinkey Church, Ashfield 5:30 p.m. FMI 610852-2976.

• Competitive Coed Volleyball (ages 15 and up), Bethany Wesleyan gym 6:30 p.m. FMI 610-767-1239.

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

• Zumba, Emerald Fire Co., 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. FMI: 484-6957476.

• Adult Stretch, Diamond Fire Co. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. FMI 610760-0300.

• Al-Anon Family Group/ Serenity Seekers, United Methodist Church, Aquashicola/Palmerton, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. FMI 484-4779697.

EVERY TUESDAY

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

• TOPS, Zion UCC, Lehighton.

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

• ZUMBA, Bethany Wesleyan

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Community Calendar 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. FMI 610767-1239.

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

FMI 570-730-8601.

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY • Bingo, Vigilant Fire Co., Slatington at 6:15 p.m. FMI 484-866-2364.

FMI: 484-866-2364.

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

• Individualized Basic

Computer Class, Northampton Library 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. FMI 610-760-0207.

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

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

• Zumba, Gold St. John’s Lutheran Church, Slatington 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. FMI: 610760-0300.

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

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

• Yoga, all levels. Lehigh Gap Nature Center. FMI: 484-5152923.

• Bingo, Beaver Run Rod & Gun Club, 7:30 p.m. FMI: 570-386-4471.

Saturday, May 23

• Natural History Hike, Lehigh Gap Nature Center - meet at the Osprey house at 9:45 a.m. Bring lunch and water.

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• Italian Buffet, Friedens United Church of Christ, 7227 Rt. 873 Slatington. 4 p.m. until 7p.m. RSVP: 610-7675519 or 610-760-1170.

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Schlossberg Fights For Local 911 Centers Submitted by CHARLES VAIHINGER State Rep. Mike Schlossberg, D-Lehigh, released the following statement after legislation passed the House that would increase 911 surcharges on monthly phone bills and force municipalities such as Allentown and Bethlehem to join a regional call center: "I don't think anyone has a problem with the concept of consolidation or regional 911 centers.

But I do have a very serious problem with imposing consolidation on a group of people who may not want or need it. At the end of the day, consolidation should not be state-mandated but should be based on what is best for the citizens and taxpayers of these municipalities.

This concern is particularly relevant given that there have been no studies on how the proposed funding changes would affect safety or savings.

Perhaps the intent is good, but the end result may be decreased safety for the people of Allentown or Bethlehem; that outcome is not acceptable under any circumstances.

"According to most recent statistics, the City of Allentown has the sixth most efficient 911 center in the entire state and Lehigh County, which also does an outstanding job, has the 34th

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most efficient call center. Forcing call centers together without a study, a hearing, or any sort of agreement between municipalities is reckless.

"Negotiations should be fair and equitable. If we are going to look at consolidation, it should not be done from a one-size-fits-all mentality.

This legislation, if signed into law, will force the people of Allentown, Bethlehem as well as Lehigh and Northampton counties to get less services for more tax dollars. I will continue to work with the entire Lehigh Valley delegation to ensure that public safety in our region remains a high priority."

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Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club Meeting

Submitted by BOB GREEN Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its next meeting Thursday, June 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center at 2900 Farmersville Road in Bethlehem. The program being discussed is “Electronic QSL, LoTW, eQSL & CLUBLOG” by Dave/NB3R. Members and interested general public are welcome. For more info, visit www.dlarc.org or call 610-432-8286.

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Horses & Horizons Therapeutic Learning Center Seeking Volunteers

Submitted by PEGGY CICCHINELLI Horses & Horizons Therapeutic Learning Center, Inc. is looking for volunteers to help with its special program of therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults with special needs.

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

There is a required volunteer training session on Saturday, June 13 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the center.

Anyone who wishes to volunteer to help with the riding lessons must attend this hands-on training. To become a volunteer or to request more information, contact Peggy Cicchinelli at 570-3253566 (peggyhhtlc@juno.com) or Elaine Smith at 570-386-5679 (elshhtlc1@gmail.com). Visit our website at www.horsesandhorizons.org.

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Palmerton Swim Team Announces New Head Coach Submitted by CHARLES CORNMESSER The Palmerton Swim Team announced today that they have hired Alexander Brush as their new head coach. Board members are excited about the new coach and expect him to help grow the program and become even more competitive in the Suburban Swim League of the Greater Lehigh Valley. Along with Coach Brush, Connor Beck of Palmerton will be returning for his third year as Assistant Coach.

Coach Brush was raised in Mount Pleasant, S.C. and brings a vast knowledge of swimming to Palmerton. A competitive swimmer since the age of five, Alex competed in the Charleston City Summer League (13 years), on the varsity team at Wando High School (four years), and on two USA Swimming clubs in the Charleston, S.C. area (four years). Alex was a high school state champion and received All-State and All-County honors. After graduating high school, he competed at the NCAA Division I level at the Virginia Military Institute.

While he enjoys all events, Alex specialized in sprint Freestyle (50 and 100 yard events) and Breaststroke (100 and 200 yard events). He earned All-Conference honors twice while at VMI and finished off his competitive career as Team

Captain his senior year.

Alex served as Assistant Coach to the Creekside Swim Team (two years) and taught group and private swimming lessons to all ages and skill levels at the Mount Pleasant Recreational Department (four years).

After graduating from VMI with degrees in Political Science and French Literature, Alex commissioned as an Officer in the United States Navy. He served as a Surface Warfare Officer before being selected as a Nuclear Engineering Officer.

Alex completed two full Combat Deployments and two partial (surge) deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and the Iraq Campaign. Honors include: Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal.

After completing Naval Service, Alex became the Plant Engineer at an anthracite culm cleancoal project power plant and waste reduction facility located in Frackville, Pa. Alex is married to Rebecca Brush (formerly Shapiro) of Briarcliff Manor. They live in Franklin Township by Beltzville Lake with their (hardly) ferocious attack-hound, Hugo. Alex also enjoys fishing, boating, and making age-old family recipes for good old fashioned southern barbecue.

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Swim Team Continued from Page 14 Palmerton Swim Team is one of nine teams in the Suburban Swim League of the Greater Lehigh Valley. Founded in 1969, the team swims at the Palmerton Memorial Park pool in Palmerton.

Their mission is to promote fitness and encourage children ages five to 18 to become better swimmers. The summer swimming season goes from Memorial Day until usually the third week of July ending with a championship event hosted by a different team each year. This year, Palmerton will be hosting the championship meet on July 25. If you are interested in more information or registering your child, please contact them at palmertonporpoises@gmail.com.

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Each high school is invited to identify one individual, male or female, to be an award recipient based on a specific set of selection criteria. The student selected is awarded a copy of The West Point Way of Leadership, which is presented at a ceremony on campus.

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Kunkletown Volunteer Fire Company Carnival

Submitted by MARY ANN ENDY Kunkletown Volunteer Fire Company Carnival will be held at St. Matthews Church on Grove Road in Kunkletown on Wednesday, June 24 through Saturday, June 27. The carnival hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 to 11 p.m. and Saturday 5 to 11 p.m.Free nightly entertainment includes: Wednesday “Cramer Brothers,” Thursday “Steel Creek,” Friday “Last One Standing,” and Saturday “Jesse Wade.” On Friday at 10:30 p.m. will be a spectacular fireworks display, with the rain date as Saturday. Two ride specials will be offered. Wednesday Family Night Ride Special with armbands and Thursday Family Night Ride Special tickets. The ride specials are a great savings for families. Kunkletown Volunteer Fire Company will have their kitchen open weeknights from 6 to 11 p.m. and Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m. The carnival will feature rides by AEB Amusements, food, games, free admission, free entertainment, plus so much more. Parking is by donation.

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Bethany Wesleyan Church News

Submitted by LORRAINE GUNDRUM Dr. Steve Lennox, newly elected President of Kingswood University and former staff pastor at BWC will be speaking Sunday, June 14 at 9 and 10:45 a.m. He is the author of several books and will be available to sign his newest book, Joshua.

Saturday, June 20 at 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 21 at 9 and 10:45 a.m. will be guest speaker Dr. Jim Dunn, the father of a young adult and a teenager whose wife passed away two years ago. He will address the subject of dealing with loss and continuing to parent and navigate life’s transitions.

The Live Missions Auction will be Friday, July 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center. All items auctioned are brand new, still in their box or in plastic. Doors and kitchen will open at 5 p.m. The Saturday Spectacular Family Yard Sale will be July 4 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville.

Worship services are held each Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 9 and 10:45 a.m. in the Ministry Center.

Family Worship service for children in grades 1-5 and their caregivers is held in the Children’s Center at 10:45 a.m. For more information, please call the church office at 610-767-1239 or visit us online at www.bethanywes.org.

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Northampton Area Public Library News Submitted by KAREN HEIN There are a few seats left to join us at the Franklin Institute for The Art of the Brick—the world’s largest gallery of LEGO® art and a “top 10 must-see exhibit” according to CNN. This art gallery features over 100 creations, assembled from more than one million LEGO bricks, and it's all from the mind of famed contemporary artist Nathan Sawaya, who left his job as a corporate attorney in order to follow his dreams of being a full-time artist and to work exclusively with the world’s most popular toy. The trip, which is being run by the Friends of Northampton Area Public Library, will take place Friday, June 19. Tickets (which includes bus, driver's tip, and admission to the Franklin Institute) are $50 for children aged 3-11 and $60 for anyone 12 and older. For more information on the exhibit, visit www.fi.edu/ exhibit/art-of-the-brick. For ticket and bus trip information, visit the library or call 610-262-7537.

The Northampton Area Public Library will be holding their annual Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m. to noon. Thre will be sign-ups for summer children's programs, sand art, prizes, and Rita's Italian Ice. The event is free and open to the public.

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Have some spare time? The Friends of Northampton Area Public Library will be holding a Hampton Lanes fundraiser on June 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. $15 per person for ages 11 and up and $10 per person for ages 10 and under. Ticket includes two hours of bowling and shoe rental. Enter our 50/50 raffle to be held that day. Get your tickets at the library.

The Northampton Area Public Library's next Civil War Discussion Group will be held Wednesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. The group is open to new members.

The Northampton Area Public Library's next meeting of the Book Discussion Group will be held Wednesday, May 27 at 6:30 p.m. This month's book will be In The Sanctuary Of Outcasts by Neil White. Copies will be available at the library. The group is open to the public.

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Northampton Area High School First Mini-THON

Submitted by ANDREA WASILKO On Saturday, May 9, Northampton Area High School hosted its first Mini-THON to raise money for the Four Diamonds fund associated with the Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital. 155 participants raised slightly over $4,150. Junior students Megan Heffelfinger and Katie Wasilko organized the event over several months, along with student council members. Mini-THON was held from 4 to 10 p.m. in the high school’s gymnasium and included activities like henna and glitter tattoos, a caricature artist, face paining, magician as well as a 30’ inflatable obstacle course, all of which was happening as the DJ, Romeo Gaye, played nonstop music. Several local businesses and families sponsored the event by providing funds to host the event or donating foods for the Konkrete Kids. The financial goal was to raise $2,500, so they are quite pleased with the outcome. This is an event that will continue at Northampton, as it is for a great cause and the students had a terrific experience.

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Red Cross Seeks Blood Donors In Weeks Leading Up To Summer Submitted by COLIN RICCOBON The American Red Cross asks eligible donors to help ensure blood is available for patients in need by giving blood in May before the busy summer season kicks in.

Blood and platelet donations often decrease when regular donors are vacationing and school is out of session, but the need for blood is constant.

Donors are needed in the weeks leading up to summer to help alleviate this seasonal decline.

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To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767).

There will be an opportunity to donate blood Wednesday, May 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Northampton Community College in Bethlehem (3835 Green Pond Road).

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds, and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

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Lehigh Township Historical Society News

Submitted by BEVERLY PUTT Thank you to everyone who supported our recent take-out chicken/pork dinner sale on May 16. The first open house of the season will be held Sunday, May 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the LT Historical Centre in Pennsville. The museum is of interest to all ages and ethnic groups. There is no admission fee. Our museum is handicapped accessible and there is ample parking available.

Visit the museum with its permanent collection of unique memorabilia, as well as special displays, and learn about the local history and the history of surrounding communities.

The newest acquisition is a doctor's buggy. Stop

by May 24 and check it out.

The volunteers at the LTHS have been busy archiving, filing, and preserving documents, maps, photographs and items of historic significance.

You will be able to find more information about Lehigh Township and its residents on the shelves at the historical centre. Stop by May 24 or the second and fourth Sunday of each month up until the end of September. If you need a special gift for someone, visit the shop area.

Plans are being made for the upcoming 150th anniversary of St. Paul's Schoolhouse and the September 18 yard sale. If you would like to work for an hour or several hours at either of these events, contact us at 610-440-0151. We have something you can do.

You can always visit the schoolhouse or the historical centre by appointment. If

interested, call the number listed above. You can also find us on Facebook or www. lehightownshiphistoricalsociety.org.

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Boy Scout Troop #66 Slatington To Celebrate 90th Anniversary

Submitted by ANOURE FENSTERMAKER The Mother’s Club of Boy Scout Troop #66 Slatington will celebrate the troop’s milestone 90th anniversary with a dinner on June 6 at the Emerald Fire Company in Emerald. Troop leadership, scouts, community leaders, elected officials, former scouts, parents, and friends are invited to attend and help the troop celebrate this rare achievement in scouting.

The troop was first chartered on December 24, 1924 and is currently in its 90th year of scouting. As one of the oldest troops in Minsi Trails Council, Troop #66 has honored 67 scouts with the rank of Eagle during the past nine decades. The sponsoring organization for the troop is the Allen O. Delke Post #16 of the American Legion, Slatington and the troop’s legion representative is Robert Churetta.

The 90th Anniversary dinner will feature a full dinner for all attendees, presentations from the troop and community leadership, as well as shared memories and stories from the troop throughout the years. Tickets are on sale now and are priced at $25 per adult (or two for $45), $10 for children age four through 12 and free for children under 4. Current scouts of troop #66 are also free. Tickets are on sale through May 20.

During the event, there will be a Chinese Auction of baskets, gift cards, and other items to help raise funds for the troop’s capital campaign for upcoming scout house projects. A commemorative program booklet is being designed for this event with advertising spots available for local businesses. Donations of items for the Chinese auction are being accepted through May 20.

Those interested in attending, donating for the Chinese auction, or advertising in the program booklet, should contact either Craig Brady, Troop Committee Chairman, at cbrady@ptd.net or 610-7677888 (auction donations only) or Robert Churetta, Troop Treasurer, at rjchuretta@yahoo.com or 610767-1853 (for tickets, monetary donations, program advertisements). Interested parties may also find information on the troop’s website at www.bsatroop66slatington.weebly.com.

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St. Peter’s UMC Events

Submitted by SHARLEEN CROSSETT The monthly clothing giveaway will be May 30 from 9 a.m. to noon. Coming to St. Peter’s will be a Car Cruise and Chicken BBQ to be held Saturday, June 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. BBQ tickets are $10; deadline for tickets is June 14. The meal includes chicken, corn on the cob, baked potato, coleslaw, and a roll. Tickets at the door are $12 (limited). For more information, contact Lamar at 610-767-3317.

Sunday school is held for all ages at 9 a.m. Youth group for 13 to 25-year-olds is held at 7:30 p.m.

Both programs go all summer long.

You can register for our Vacation Bible School which will be held from August 3 through 7 by contacting the church. This years’ program is entitled “Hometown Nazareth.”

We would like to remind you of our different Bible Studies held Monday mornings at 10 a.m. and Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m.

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

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

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would just like to participate in our church activities, you can always contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450, check us out at www.STPetersUMCEmerald.com, or look for us on Facebook.

Slatington Baptist Church

Submitted by WENDY LEVAN The American Baptist Women's Ministries from the Slatington Baptist Church support mission projects in our local community, in Pennsylvania, throughout the United States, and across the world. To raise money to support these missions, we will be holding our annual yard sale. The yard sale will be held Friday and Saturday, June 5 and 6 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sale will be held at the church parsonage at 1146 Arbor Lane in Slatington. If you have any questions, please call 610-767-6276.

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Oplinger-Hower Post 899 Membership And Clothing Drive

Submitted by TINA RESSLER Oplinger-Hower Post 899 will be holding a membership drive and clothing drive June 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1140 Municipal Road in Walnutport. Unit 899 is assisting the “Chaplain’s Community Service Outreach Project for Broad Street Ministry.” BSM is a broadminded Christian community that endeavors to be a “Cathedral” that welcomes, serves, supports, and befriends hundreds of vulnerable adults, including many veterans, who lack vital resources and are living outdoors in the inner city of Philadelphia. This project not only provides clothing and supplies, they service meals, personal care, mending, therapeutic arts and counseling services for many of our veterans who once fought for our country and are now living on the streets.

The items needed for this project are: Personal care and hygiene products such as deodorant, lotion, toothpaste, tooth brushes (individually wrapped), dental floss, mouth wash, disposable razors, feminine hygiene products, shampoo, shaving cream, sunscreen, personal mirrors, eye glass cords, slippers, denture cleaner, hearing aid batteries, AA Batteries and $5-10 dollar gift cards from Walmart or Target, as well as clean clothing items such as underwear, socks, hats (new only, all sizes), jackets, jeans, and hoodies (new or gently used), sweaters and sweatshirts (new or gently used), comfortable walking shoes, work boots, and sneakers (new or gently used), and gloves.

Slatington Library News

Submitted by LOUISE BECHTEL The Wonderful World of Wildlife summer story hour will begin at the end of June, to be held Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. Watch our website or the Gazette for more upcoming information.

The library board and staff wish to thank

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everyone who has contributed to the library in response to our annual fundraising letter, and we urge those who haven’t done so yet to please consider a donation. Any amount is appreciated.

The library’s 19th annual Chinese Auction is scheduled for the end of September. We are looking for donations of handcrafted items, gift certificates, or baskets with a value of a least $20.

Items can be dropped off at the library.

The library will be hosting “The Sweet Spot” diabetes lecture series. It will be held the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. May’s topic is, “True or False? Debunking the Myths of Diabetes.” It will be presented by Edward Bechtel R. Ph. Wednesday, May 20. The lecture series is sponsored by Bechtel’s Pharmacy, Inc. If you are an Amazon shopper, please consider using. www.smile.amazon.com. This allows you to select a charity (Slatington Public Library) to receive 0.5% of what you spend. It’s easy and doesn’t cost you a thing. There is a link from our home page, www.slatelibrary.com. Pathmark shoppers, please use your Community Rewards card so the library will receive credit for what you spend. If you don’t have a Community Rewards card, please sign up for one at the service desk and select the Slatington Public Library as your charity.

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

Library hours are Monday and Wednesday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., closed Thursday and Sunday.

For all Slatington Library information, visit www.slatelibrary.com or call 610-767-6461.

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Proclamation Of Acknowledgement And Appreciation For National Police Week Submitted by KATHY LINDENMOYER WHEREAS, borough employees are recognized as an invaluable resource to the borough, dedicating themselves to the continuous improvement of the quality of life for borough residents as they perform their duties serving the public, and perform their jobs with professionalism, proficiency, dedication and pride; and WHEREAS, residents are served by loyal employees who perform a variety of challenging and important duties such as public welfare, caring for families, enforcing laws; and WHEREAS, borough employees represent a broad diversity of ethnic, racial and religious back rounds, mirroring a rich diversity in our residents they serve; and WHEREAS, borough police officers everyday enforce challenges created by residents in developing and implementing to complex problems, while providing high quality services to residents; and WHEREAS, to recognize the efforts of the officers of Northampton Police Department as a part of a broader national effort during the week of May 11, 2015,“National Police Week,” to salute the work they perform daily for our residents in the borough and surrounding communities.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Thomas D. Reenock, Mayor of the Borough of Northampton, Pennsylvania, do hereby proclaim May 11-15, 2015 as “National Police Week” in the borough to recognize our dedicated officers and former K-9 Zoro, and I encourage the residents of the borough and surrounding communities to join me in expressing our thanks and appreciation for their commendable service, and welcome Patrolman Michael Buchanan and K-9 Vito.

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Second Annual Michael Aquilina Memorial Car/Craft Show Submitted by WANDA BROWN Shooting for the Cure was proud to have another successful Michael Aquilina Memorial Car Show April 25 at Bethany Wesleyan Church. We had 85 cars registered and raised $1,600 for the American Cancer Society.

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BuzzFeed, Bustle, Time, and many more quickly started sharing the joy in early May and the pups are on their way to internet stardom.

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Lehigh Gap Nature Center As told by Executive Director Dan Kunkle

By Danielle S. Tepper “We believe in the power of the citizen activist. We believe in the wisdom of the citizen scientist. We believe that knowledge and understanding build compassion. We believe concerned people working together can make a difference.”

—LGNC Mission he Lehigh Gap Nature Center originally began back in 1986 as way to educate the area about the importance of environmental conservation. It was founded by Donald Heintzelman as the Wildlife Information Center and operated for the first 10 years out of his home.

It moved to a storefront in Slatington in 1996 where it began running informational programs.

In 2002, the organization re-branded itself as the Lehigh Gap Nature Center and moved to its current 750-acre location, a transition Executive Director Dan Kunkle calls a “very transformative event” for their mission. They were able to expand upon their conservation and research work to have a much greater impact. That year, they also began to became involved in the super fund process.

“Super fund” is a nickname for a U.S. federal law administered by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

“This whole Palmerton area (including LGNC property) was designated a super fund site in 1983,” explained Kunkle. “Because of the toxic metals in the soil; it got that way due to air pollution from the zinc factory in Palmerton, which killed all the vegetation. The topsoil eroded—there was a forest, but all of it washed away and all that was left was just bare dirt. Not even soil that things could grow in; there was nothing organic to it.”

The LGNC and USEPA joined up with the responsible party (the zinc company had since gone bankrupt— Viacom International, specifically CBS Television, is now responsible) to re-vegetate the mountain.

“We all work together very closely and they have been wonderful partners,” said Kunkle. “It’s a cooperative effort to do this conservation work, but it works. We brought it back; it’s green again. We now have a great ecosystem of grassland.” (See before and after photos below.)

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BEFORE (2002)

Kunkle got his start by becoming involved in a particular issue, and then became a board member in 1990. With a teaching background—he spent 28 years teaching biological science at Freedom High School in Bethlehem—he was all too willing and able to bring more of an education aspect into the mix. He became President in 1998 and stopped teaching to devote his full time and attention to the LGNC in 2004.

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“I believe that we ought to leave the world a better place than we found it.”

-Dan Kunkle ---------------------------------------------In 2010, they built what was affectionately nicknamed and is now known as the Osprey House, which sits center stage in their property, in a location that is vital in terms of preserving nature.

“We’re trying to preserve the Kittatinny Ridge, which is an important source of water. Everything to the south depends on it,” said Kunkle. “If you’ve ever had a bottle of Nestle Deer Park water, that comes from this ridge. It’s also the last large intact forest from this point south in PA. Large blocks of forest like that are important to some species in this area. It’s also a great recreational spot; the Appalachian Trail runs on top of the ridge.”

Perhaps the most important part of LGNC’s educational programming is spreading awareness about the kind of work they need to support, like wildlife research and advocacy for certain laws. Kunkle said a huge component of what they do is known as “citizen science” research.

“A lot of research requires technical equipment, which we don’t have. But we can invite university students down here to collect some soil and take it back to their college lab to test for levels of zinc. A lot of data that we need to test can be collected by amateurs or interns,” explained Kunkle. “Is the bird life changing in this area? What about butterflies and other insects? Why? By getting people involved, we’re able to do much more research than we’ve ever been able to before.”

AFTER (2008)

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Skipper butterfly, photo by Corey Husic.

4-5,000 students from preschool all the way to graduate levels come to the LGNC each year to attend programs, camps, and more. The LGNC has a full calendar of events, almost all of which are free to attend.

“All our events are family-friendly,” said Kunkle. “And while it may not sound wise, for an organization still trying to make its way, to fund them ourselves, we live in an area where people are not all that well-off and we don’t want to exclude people because they can’t afford to pay. Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy nature.”

Among their events, they host a speaker series now in its third successful year. Anywhere from 25 to 50 people show up for those, according to Kunkle. Their other events draw an unpredictable number. “We might get three people for a bird walk or we might get 100,” he laughed.

Their other very popular events are their annual art and photography shows, both of which have now been going for two years each. The photography show is in late March, while the art show is typically hosted in July.

“The photography show really took off because of how easy it is to be a ‘photographer’ these days,” explained Kunkle. “It doesn’t cost you anything and most people have cameras right on their phones.” The photo show gets upwards of 100 submissions, while the art show barely reaches 50.

And, of course, outside of official events, the property is open to the public every day dawn to dusk to walk, hike, or bike the trails. You may even spot some native wildlife.

According to Kunkle, it’s not uncommon to spot deer, bears, beavers, otters, and other small fuzzy creatures around the property. (However, most are nocturnal and it’s far more likely that you’ll just see birds and bees instead.)

The most important thing Kunkle says people should keep in mind is that the LGNC is 100% volunteer-driven.

“We have a Board of Directors with 12 members, two actual staffers, myself included, and a network of about 150 volunteers,” said Kunkle. “But we always need more!

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View of the Gap from the Palmerton exit of Rt. 248 in August 2008.

People tend to complain if they stop by and we’re closed, but they should realize that we’re probably closed because I don’t have a volunteer to sit at the desk downstairs. We’re not a county park; we’re not supported by the government.

We’re supported by our members and their generous donations.”

Volunteers are in charge of running smaller committees, like the Garden Group, which takes care of the property’s plants and encourages local residents to change the way they take care of their lawn and plants.

“We try to get people to invest in native plants,” said Kunkle. “And to also reconsider how they grow their lawn.

Turf grass is the largest crop in the country. We have more lawn than corn and it’s not a great habitat. In fact, most of it is toxic from people over-fertilizing. You know, 96% of birds feed bugs to their babies, not seed. If our grass kills the bugs, we’re hurting our bird population. So we should be supporting our wildlife. Around here, we think beauty is nature that’s working.”

The Conservation Landscaping Initiative also helps with that, but on a grander scale. They reach out to local colleges, churches, and organizations with big influence in the area, such as Martin Guitar to plant little gardens full of native plants on their land.

The LGNC has even received awards for their work; 10, in fact, in just the last five years. With those stats, there’s no denying that their presence is important to the community.

“I work very hard here, but I enjoy it very much. I’m having a great time,” said Kunkle. “I believe that we ought to leave the world a better place than we found it. Each generation should do that, but it hasn’t happened so much in the past. So this work is very important.”

To find out how you can become a member or volunteer for the Lehigh Gap Nature Center, call 610-760-8889 or attend their Volunteer Recognition Day on June 28 to meet fellow volunteers and ask questions. For more information on the LGNC, visit lgnc.org.

LGNC hosts regular bird walks at the Kittatinny Ponds area of the refuge, near Bowmanstown.

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Submitted by LOUISE BECHTEL Preschool Story Time at the Slatington Public Library was a grand success. Children between the ages of one and five attended the six-week program, which was held at the library on Wednesdays from March 25 through April 29. An average of 10 children and six adults attended the weekly program, which included a variety of stories, finger plays, songs, repetitive reads, and games under the direction of program leaders Lynne Fedorcha, Hali Kuntz, and Debbie Barhight.

Children were given an opportunity to listen, respond, share, and interact. Stories included Caps for Sale, Inside Mouse, Outside Mouse, Number One Sam, and Library Lion. During the Earth Day celebration, children learned about taking care of their earth by recycling and each child also received a pine tree to plant. Parents, grandparents, and guardians who attended are anxious to know when the next program will be, which has yet to be announced. If you would like information about children’s programming or other programs presented by Slatington Public Library, visit the Announcements and Calendar pages at www.slatelibrary.com or email your interests and your contact information to our librarians at slatlib@ptd.net, so that we may include you on our email list. We also welcome your suggestions for programs.

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Indianland Garden Club Plant Auction A Success

Submitted by BEVERLY PUTT The garden club's annual plant auction, which was open to the public, was held Tuesday, May 12 at Hope Lutheran Church. It was a well-attended event that took a lot of hard work on the part of the members to pot the many plants donated for the sale and to bring refreshments for the evening. Also, the committee did a great job in organizing the sale and registering visitors. It was a successful event and the club thanks all who supported the fundraiser.

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Thomas Reenock Receives Awards For Long-Time Service

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American Legion Post 16 Slatington Memorial Day Services Submitted by GORDON GIANNOTTI On Sunday, May 24, the American Legion Post 16 Slatington will have their memorial services on outlying cemeteries, leaving the post home at 8 a.m. The schedule of visiting cemeteries will be Williamstown Cemetery 8:10 a.m., Jacksonville Cemetery 8:40 a.m., New Tripoli U.C.C. Cemetery 9:15 a.m., Heidelberg U.C.C. 9:45 a.m., Neff’s Lutheran Cemetery 10:15 a.m., 7th St. Catholic

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Schedule for Monday, May 25: leaving the post home at 8 a.m., Catholic Cemetery Washington St. Slatington 8:05 a.m., Slatedale Cemetery 8:30 a.m., Trout Creek New Covered Bridge at 5N. Seventh St. Slatington 8:50 a.m. where we will be scattering the flowers in the creek to remember the veterans lost at sea, then back to the post home to form the parade in Slatington at 9:30 a.m.

On Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, the American Legion Post 16 will hold their 95th consecutive Memorial Day Parade and Services at the Fairview Cemetery in Slatington. The main speaker will be General Stephen Ressler, Retired U.S. Army. The parade will start at 10 a.m. from Main and Second Streets and proceed to the Fairview Cemetery.

Services on the cemetery will start at 10:30 a.m.

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Summer 2015 Film Preview, Part 2

What happened to Part 1, you may ask? Well if you’re a fan of my POP column, you should be heading over to www.townandcountrygazette. com where Joe and I write a feature called Thursday Top Ten every other week (when we don’t have a new Gazette coming out). On April 23, we outlined the 10 movies we can’t wait to see this summer. I wrote about Avengers: Age of Ultron, Pitch Perfect 2, Jurassic World, Ted 2, and Magic Mike XXL. As a continuation of that, this week I’m writing about five more movies bound to lure me into a movie theatre on a bright sunny day in the coming months. And they are:

Poltergeist May 22

I find re-boots to be really frustrating, especially when I’m already a big fan of the original. I still remember the very first time I saw the 1982 Spielberg-written and produced fright flick; I was far too young and just flipping channels at my grandparents’ house. It was already to the part where Diane goes after Carol Anne and the huge hunk of skeleton head snarls at Steve. I later watched the full film a couple years later with my dad and sis, who couldn’t have been older than six at the time. She didn’t even flinch at the scene where that guy peeled his face off, but I couldn’t sleep that night. It’s since become one of my favorite scary movies, so I’m incredibly skeptical as to what an attempted remake can do to the integrity of the original, which already has a real life spooky story to back it up. But the trailer does make it look pretty terrifying and even though I NEVER see horror movies in the theater, I feel like this will be one that I just have to bring myself to sit through.

Without even knowing the plot, I would go see this film based purely on the cast. I love all three main leads (Bradley Cooper, Emma Stone, Rachel McAdams) and we also get an added bonus of John Krasinski. IMDb says this film is about “a celebrated military contractor who returns to the site of his greatest career triumphs and reconnects with a long-ago love while unexpectedly falling for the hard-charging Air Force watchdog assigned to him.” All with a gorgeous Hawaiian backdrop? Sold.

Spy June 5

I was a Melissa McCarthy fan way back when she was just Sookie St. James. She’s since become a little overrated and I tend to think all her solo comedies all have the same theme, but this one doesn’t seem like it’ll be a total flop—unlike last summer’s tragiclooking Tammy. I’m so sick of seeing Rose Byrne in comedies (I really don’t find her funny at all), but Jude Law’s nice to look at and it looks like it might be a little Get Smart meets … any Melissa McCarthy movie. Ah, what the heck. Might be fun.

Inside Out June 19

Purely because I will go see anything that comes from the great minds behind Disney and Pixar, I’ll give this a shot. Diving into the emotions of a young girl, backed by the idea that we have little people controlling how we feel, sounds adorable. We’ve explored toys, bugs, cars, monsters, superheroes, robots, rats, fish, and so much more with Pixar, why not move on to exploring the inside of a pre-teen’s head? Looks cute and Disney/Pixar collaborations hardly ever disappoint. Plus, it has a great voice cast.

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Southpaw July 24

Oh, Jake. One of my favorite actors and massive celebrity crushes. He’s a dreamboat who’s also striving to make himself a versatile star, able to blend seamlessly into diverse roles that demand both physical and emotional stamina. For Nightcrawler, he made himself gaunt and creepy. For Southpaw, he beefed way up to portray the role of a voracious boxer, fighting for the life around him. Also starring Rachel McAdams (whom I adore), the trailer was all the convincing I needed to send me to the movies in late July.

I’m not really into boxing movies (Confession: I’ve never seen Rocky and I thought Foxcatcher, a movie I actually really wanted to see, was slow and dull as hell), but I’m definitely willing to give this one a go.

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Sons Of Union Veterans Of The Civil War Memorial Day Services

Submitted by JAMES McRELL Sunday, May 24, “M” company, Sons of Union Veterans Reserve of the Civil War, Donald Schwartz Commanding Officer, accompanied by the Tri-Community Marching Band, will take part in six Memorial Day services. There will a Memorial Day service in Fairview Cemetery at Cherryville Road in Northampton at 8:15 a.m.

At 9 a.m., the Sons Union Veterans of the Civil War will attend church services at St. Peter’s (Snyder’s Church), United Church of Christ Church in Seemsville. Sons Memorial Day Service on the cemetery will follow church services.

The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War will join the Sunday School and Congregation of Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Emmanuelsville in the cemetery at 10:40 a.m.

A Memorial Day Service will be held at Christ United Church of Christ, Little Moore at 11 a.m.

At 12 p.m., a Memorial Day service by the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War will be held on Horner’s Cemetery on the Northampton-Bath Highway. Church Service at Zion Stone United Church of Christ in Kreidersville, sponsored by the Worship & Arts, will be held at 2 p.m. Speaker to be annonced. Memorial Day Service by the

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War on the cemetery will follow Church Service. In case of inclement weather, the Sons programs will be held in the churches.

On observed Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, the Sons of Union Veterans will take part in four observed Memorial Day Services.

The first service will be held at the Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Plot at Lincoln & Dewey Avenues in Northampton at 8:15 a.m.

Mr. Bob Walakovits will be in charge of the services on Allen Union Cemetery at 4th and Main Street in Northampton at 8:45 a.m. The speaker will be Linda Newhart, Grace Reformed Congregation, 9th & Lincoln St. in Northampton.

There will also be a service at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Howertown at 9:45 a.m. Guest speaker to be announced. Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Memorial Service will be in the cemetery following the church service.

Lastly, there will be an observed Memorial Day Service held by the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War on the Siegfried Memorial Plot at West 21st Street in Northampton at 11 a.m.

In case of inclement weather, Sons programs will be held in the churches.

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Companies Across Lehigh Valley Compete For Top Honors At Volunteer Challenge Submitted by KAREN DALY SMITH The Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley’s 2015 Volunteer Challenge is a competition where 20 business teams partner with non-profit agencies to make a sustainable impact in our community.

This fundraising event is synonymous with the Volunteer Center and our mission. It will be held at Coca-Cola Park this year at the Club Level from 5 to 7 p.m. on May 19. This year’s teams include: Automated Data Processing (ADP), ASR Media Productions/ The Peak TV, Dietrick Group, LLC, Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C., HMK Insurance, Humana, JR Peters, King Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC, Klunk & Millan Advertising, Lafayette Ambassador Bank, Lehigh Valley IronPigs, Lehigh Valley Phantoms Hockey, Lutron Electronics Company, Olympus Corporation of the Americas, PPL Services Corporation, Provident Bank, Roey's Paint Box, The Morning Call, UGI Utilities, Inc., and Working Dog Press.

The Lehigh Valley community votes for the winner (one large company and one small company). Visit www.volunteerlv.org to place your vote. Come see the results of these companies’ efforts, and see if your favorites won

at the Volunteer Challenge event. Also enjoy hors d’oeuvres, a silent and live auction, and a cash bar. Cost is $50 per person. Register at www. volunteerlv.org. Thank you to all of our sponsors.

The Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley is committed to educating, motivating, and coordinating programs and services in promotion of engaging volunteers in our community. In 2014 alone, 20,000 volunteers were recruited to serve more than 300 agencies across the Greater Lehigh Valley, saving our community $57,382,673. Learn more at www.volunteerlv.org.

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Honor Roll

Continued from Page 41 Demczyszyn, Amanda Dietz, Jessica Fantasia, Benjamin Fickinger, Anna Filchner, Zachary Fisher, Lyndsey Gallagher, Carson Gantz, Kaitlyn Gardineer, Austin Graver, Mia Guadagnino, Keith Hartman, Matthew Hartranft, Jessica Hendricks, Elizabeth Horn, Brooke Ingram, Conlan Keefe, Cecelia LeBus, Carly Masonheimer, Alexis Meixsell, Cade Moisey, Richard Moore, Dana Morykan, Brandy Moser, Cassandra Motyka, Hallie Muffley, Falisity Rarick, Naomi Rieth, Ryan Rimple, Kenley Rogers, Sadie Schlichting, Alexander Skrapits, Teague Smith, Hannah Snoke, Chelsey Stover, Ayden Sylvester-Harms, Daniel Thomas, Dana Tiderman, Alyssa Tomsic, Ryan Weisenberger, Genna Wetzel, Caleb Wuchter High Honors Jared Angerman, Kelsey Anthony, Austin Baab, Ashley Barrasso, Caleb Bealer, Austin Bellesfield, Dakota Bilder, Sophie Bischof, Aja Blount, Tierra Brandon, Austin Brooks, Nicholas Cassel, William Coccia, Kyle Collina, Christopher Croll, Alexandra DaRoja, Jovani Datis-Cordero, Michael Duffield, Larry Eyre, Lucas Foulk, Deja Frazier, Gabrielle Gallo, Ariana Gambler,

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High Honors Luke Altemose, Kayla Baab, Larissa Babicz, Nicole Beers, Joel Benko, Katie Bortz, Claudia Brandstetter, Danielle Bucha, Jasmin Cavallo, Annalise Christy, Nikolas Collina, Ian Csencsits, Serina Danner, Brett Dreher, Kyle DunnHerbert, Ryan Folland, Karlee Frey, Jasmine Gonzalez, Courtney Grasser, Jade Green, Madison Hansen, Morgan Hassler, Megan Heffelfinger, Samantha Heffelfinger, Collin Hoffman, Megan Holihan, Miah Hornyak, Elizabeth Horvath, Jasmine Jacobsen, Steven Grade 11 Kemmerer, Skylar Distinguished Kostick, Jasmine Honors Kraftician, Nathan Troy Adams, Troy Kranzley, Emily Belzecky, Wyatt Landis, Trisha Landis, Davidson, Paige Emily Lauchnor, Sean Continued on Page 49

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Western Pocono Lioness News

Submitted by BARBE SIEG The Western Pocono Lioness Club will have their May 26 meeting begin at a new scheduled time of 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be at the American Legion on Route 209 at Interchange Road in Gilbert.

Kathy Uhler from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center will be speaking at 6:45 p.m.

The Lioness will also welcome guest Marie Barth, representing the Lioness Clubs. The Lioness will also be hosting the District Governor of Lioness, Sharon Kimmel. The community is invited to attend. Come and enjoy a piece of cake and a cup of coffee.

The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Come to hear about the success of the Holistic Fair. The membership showed their spirit of giving at the April meeting by providing food and pet items. This $592.47 of products was donated to AWSOM. For further information, call Lioness Ruth at 610-381-4274. The Western Pocono Lioness invites you to visit www.westernpoconolioness.org.

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All My Puny Sorrows

by Miriam Toews

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Miriam Toews, a talented writer of Mennonite descent hailing from Canada, gifts readers with her beautiful words in her newest novel, All My Puny Sorrows. AMPS is heavily based upon events Read On related to Toews’ sister Marjorie, who struggled with depression and made numerous suicide attempts before finally succeeding 12 years after their father committed suicide by walking in front of a train.

The book’s main character, Yolandi, is deeply she actively aid in allowing Elf to no longer exist? devoted to her sister Elfrieda, a talented, beautiful Should she turn her back on black and white, right musician who “has it all.” Despite her perfect on- and wrong, to finally cave and grant her sister her paper life, Elf is extremely depressed and can’t last final wish? “Everyone in the whole world was shake her desire to die. Yolandi, struggling with fighting with somebody to stay. When Richard divorce number two, numerous one night stands, Bach wrote, ‘If you love someone, set them free,’ writer’s block on her next novel, and a teenage he can't have been directing his advice at human daughter, must pull it together to be there for her beings.” sister when she needs her most.

I thoroughly enjoyed All My Puny Sorrows and Yolandi is a very honest and insightful narrator devoured it like I would Taco Bell. Surprisingly, throughout the novel: “It was the first time that we it was not as depressing as one might think. had sort of articulated our major problem. She Toews’ writing was usually slightly humorous and wanted to die and I wanted her to live and we were somehow light. The women in the book were enemies who loved each other.” strong and positive forces to be reckoned with This broaches the delicate question of, what do despite the dark, heavy subject matter: “…we you do when the person you love is suffering? Do descendants of the Girl Line may not have wealth you help them to end their suffering or do you sit and proper windows in our drafty homes, but at by and idly continue to watch them suffer? Yolandi least we have rage and we will build empires with must make this incredibly difficult decision when that, gentlemen.” I found it empowering and very Elf begs her to take her to Zurich, Switzerland, “girl power.” Through each devastating blow this where assisted suicide is legal. (Elf desperately family takes, the connection and bond that ties wishes to die, however she is terrified to do so them together is outstanding and somehow they alone.) come out still standing.

Yolandi hovers over this shaky, thin line for some Toews tends to use long sentences, but in a really time. As her sister, the center of her world, is she good way. Her writing is lovely and refreshing and supposed to refuse Elf, make her continue to live poetic; she writes in a way that draws readers in a life she doesn’t want to and be in agony every and lets them know that what she has to say has single day for her own selfish pleasure or should significance. The long sentences make her words and thoughts seem more important.

There were obviously some tear-shedding moments, yet I did not think it was as morbid as it may seem. I found it a pleasure to read; thoughtprovoking and engrossing. I now want to read all of Miriam Toews’ novels and then sit down for 1993 ~ Celebrating 22 Years ~ 2015 lunch with her to discuss them. Practically every sentence she writes is quote-worthy, however my favorite that really stands out to me is: “‘Nothing happens in my life. Nothing has to happen,’ she said, ‘for it to be life.’”

By Cat Stroh

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EVENTS 4th Annual Northern Lehigh Woman’s Clothing Swap at Diamond Fire Co., Walnutport.

May 31 Donations of used women’s clothes, shoes and purses (in good condition). All sizes accepted now through host, Jessica Ballas. You don’t need to donate to come and take. It’s free for all. $10 admission for first hour only, monetary donations will be accepted throughout the event to raise funds for the Diamond Fire Co. and Northern Lehigh Community Center. Come and get a new wardrobe for free. Basket raffle items wanted. Contact Jessica Ballas, 610-760-1268 or jballas@ptd.net (5/21) 12th Annual Classic Car Show at Franklin Township Vol. Fire Co. 2440 Fairyland Rd. Lehighton, Sunday, June 7 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Breakfast 8-noon, refreshments available after.

Theme basket raffle, arcade tent, garden tractor pull, music

by DJ. Flea market and craft tables. Tables available, call 610377-2015. (6/4) 36th Annual Picnic/Reunion, Lehigh Valley Athletes & Friends. June 6, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at AG Hall, Allentown Fairgrounds, 19th and Chew Sts. Call Ken Cressman at 610799-5533 for ticket info. (6/4) Andreas Community Yard Sale, June 5-6, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Rain or shine. 2003 Harley Davidson seat, antiques, Vigilant Co. #2 stove, and rare houseplants. Route 895, Andreas Road. Call 570-386-2149. (5/21) Ben Salem United Church of Christ is holding their Annual

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Strawberry Social on Sunday, June 14 from noon to 6 p.m.

There will be a basket raffle, musical entertainment and food available in our kitchen.

We will have our strawberry shortcake and ice cream. Please come and join us for a day of fun, food and fellowship. For more information, contact Ben Salem UCC at 570-386-3870 or visit us at www.bensalemucc. com. (5/21) Essential Oil Class, a Healthy Body and a Healthy Home, on Saturday, May 30 at 2 p.m. $15 per person. Want to live a healthier lifestyle? Join us for a fun class, sample some products and create a fabulous inhaler to take home! Contact Jessica Ballas, Licensed Massage Therapist, 610-760-1268 or jballas@ptd.net. (5/21) Indoor Yard Sale at 4811 Alder Drive in Walnutport on May 30 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Furniture, household items, handicapped items. Everything sold on a “make an offer” basis. Everything must go. (5/21) Neighborhood Yard Sale, Friday 5/8 9-2 p.m. and Saturday 5/9 8-2 p.m. Rain or shine. Kuehner Avenue Area, Slatington.

(5/21) Rummage Sale, June 5-6, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. by Bensalem Youth, 1965 Church Rd. in Lehighton. Kitchen will be open.

(5/21) Slatington Moose Family Center #1375, 716 Main Street, Slatington. Next Moose BREAKFAST: Sunday, JUne 14, 8 a.m. to noon. Call 610-7679960 for menu or visit www. mooseintl.org for Moose info.

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FOR SALE Air purifier: Blueair 402, like new, originally $350 asking $150 OBO. 610-767-7497. (5/21) Need a sweet treat for a wedding, birthday, picnic, shower, reunion or graduation party?

I can supply a wide variety of candy and baked items for your special occasion. Call 610-3921843 to order. (5/21)

HELP WANTED

Chauffeurs wanted. Experience preferred. CDL & non CDL. Apply within. A&A Limousine Service, 2148 Howertown Rd. Northampton, PA 18067. No phone calls please.

(5/21) Freelance Writers Needed: Do you have an interest in local government and community news? We are looking for freelance writers to cover municipal meetings and news in Nazareth and Northampton for a weekly newspaper. A journalism background and working knowledge of AP Style is a plus. Please send your resume and writing sample to resume@ idpcreative.com.

Good pay for experienced climber. Groundsperson also needed. Clean driving record.

Valid driver’s license a MUST. Mack’s Tree Service. Call 610767-7119 or 610-703-3848. (5/21) WANTED Crafters & Flea Market Vendors: Citizens Fire Co. #1, Slatedale. Craft & Flea Market held Saturday, June 6.

Crafters setting up in the hall $10/table fee, flea marketers are $5 for space outside. Please bring a table and tents are welcome. Please contact Michelle at 610-760-9652 or michelle. bob14@yahoo.com. (5/21)

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HELP WANTED Young Woman Companion for a 30-year-old man with autism. He is a rollercoaster enthusiast. Call 610-837-7694.

(5/21) Help Wanted - Reliable and Responsible Individual: to stack firewood, $9/hour, Washington Township, Lehigh County call 610.760.9965 FMI (5/21)

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT Apartment Slatington – New 2 bedroom, spacious, eat-in kitchen, living room, bathroom with linen closet, one-piece tub shower. NO PETS, W/S/G included. $575 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691.

(12/17) First Floor Apartment: North Whitehall Township near Ballietsville, 1 BR, 1 Bath, Kitchen, Living Room, $650/ mo, quiet, references a must, no pets, and perfect for mature single person. Call 610-7994731. (5/21) Room For Rent: Walnutport, furnished, utilities inc. Use of deck and grill, convenient parking. Clean and quiet. Call 610-767-5864 after 10 a.m.

Appt. only. (6/18) Slatington, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments starting at $725/ month. Heat, water, sewer included. Year lease, security, no pets. Call 610-417-9075. (5/21) Slatington Hotel. Clean, Safe, Quiet, Nicely furnished rms., $90-$120/week. Private and shared bathrooms. Color TV and cable incl. HBO. Up charge for A/C and on-premise parking. Internet avail. Furnished effic. apts also available.

610-760-0700. (8/20) TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $830. No dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo). 610-759-0169. (5/21)

Sell it in the TCG classifieds!

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TOWNHOUSE: 3 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $900. No dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo). 610-759-0169. (5/21)

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE FOR SALE By Owner, $99,900: 240 Chestnut Street, Slatington, PA 18080. Beautiful Victorian (1,800 sq ft) twin home on a corner lot with endless possibilities. Could be used as a residence or a great rental property! Spacious 4BR, 1BA, with additional room on the third floor. Large eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, plus an office space and large living room. On the first level, beautiful hardwood floors and woodwork. Additional side porch for storage with washer and dryer hook-ups. Also a full basement, with economical gas heat and hot water. Beautiful back patio with private vinyl fencing, no maintenance!

Please call or text 610-417-5923 to schedule an appointment.

SERVICES AVAILABLE Abzolute Enterprizez “Relining Specialists” A-Z cleanings, repairs, caps, waterproofing, building, new stoves, you name it! 570-325-5727, CALL THE DOC BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE. ANGIE’S LIST MEMBER! (6/18) Buying Guitars, Accordions, Old Amplifiers, Saxophones, Drums, Horns, Violins, Most Older Musical Instruments. Local Pick-up. Call Mike 330-367-7100. (6/4) Concrete & Masonry: Affordable. 38 years experience.

Quality: All crack repairs.

Steps. Brick. Block. Stone. Pavers. Patios. Chimney. Retaining walls. Paving and seal coating.

Serving all areas. Free estimates. Insured. Call Mike’s cell at 610-620-8833. (5/21) Do you owe over $10,000 to the IRS or State in back taxes?

You could get a settlement for as low as 25% of previous IRS settlements. Call now! 1-800879-3598.

Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Knives and clippers, sharpen and restore hair shears, on-site sharpening available. Certified 1982. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington, 610767-9164. (8/12) Got knee pain? Back pain?

Shoulder pain? Get a painrelieving brace at little or no cost to you. Medicare patients, call Health Hotline now! 1-800895-5652.

Handy man: Affordable. 38 years experience. Quality work.

Anything and everything.

Repairs. Carpentry. Plumbing.

Electrical. Painting. Drywall.

Flooring. Doors. Remodeling.

Basements. Kitchens. Roofing.

Serving all areas. Free estimates. Insured. Call Mike’s cell at 610-620-8833. (5/21) Need some work done around the house? Please call Ernest for a free estimate.

Anything from plumbing, electrical, small things around the house, to bathroom and kitchen remodels. Honest and will always get back to you.

Thanks! 610-585-7611 (6/18) TIM’S SHARPENING SERVICE Let me take care of your sharpening needs. Circular saws, carbide circular saw blades, planer blades, scissors, electric hedge fence trimmers, lawn mower blades, axes, chisels, chain saws, etc. Call 610-767-5171 or 610-751-6182.

(12/17) TIRED OF WEEDS IN YOUR LAWN OR LANDSCAPE? We can help with safe, knowledgeable, and effective plant health and weed control programs. Keep your lawn and landscape looking good. Call 484-239-6822 for your free estimate. (6/4)

PERSONALS SWM—48, clean, healthy, and financially secure—seeks romantic female 35-45 for dating, friendship, companionship. Any race OK. Call Joe 484-268-7620, L/M 24/7, will return call. (7/16)

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SERVICES AVAILABLE

WANTED

Sell your structured settlement or annuity payments for CASH NOW. You don’t have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 1-800-588-4994.Â

GUNS GUNS GUNS Paying top prices from one gun to 1,000. We buy new and used firearms. A.F. BOYER HARDWARE & GUNS 130 Main St. Slatington, 610-767-3162. (10/15)

Always Scouting: Antique, Indian Harley American, European & Select Japanese Motorcycles, Ratrods, etc ... preferably garage/barn kept and not running, 10 ft. Scotty Trailers and Petroliana. Ca$h now! ED 570-325-5727 (6/18)

Honor Roll Macikonycz, Jolene Makovsky, Melody Mayer, Laura Metz, Jonathan Miller, Cheyenne Mills, Rebecca Minnelli, Sage Minton, Maura Moser, Sarah Mottau, Haley Murphy, Rebecca Pace, Apryl Paul, Sara Pease, Rachael Pursell, David Rehrig, Noah Rindock, Ashley Rinker, Aaron Schafer, Kiersten Schmall, Nicholas Serensits, Dakota Shoop, Dakota Smith, Tanner Smith, Lydia Stein, Elizabeth Stonewall, Ryan Werley, Abby Weslosky, Janelle Winchester, Rebecca Yeager Honors Tyler Behler, Isaac Blank, Michael Bodnar, Cassandra Bordelean, Justin Bragg, Kendall Chilcoat, Savannah Deusa, Darrian DiCicco , Travis Eckert, Larissa Follweiler, Brendan Galiszanski, Samantha Gestl, Allyson Gilmore, Bradley Hower, Abigail James, Katrina Kern, Makenzie Kistler, Michael Kovalchik, Jacob Kromer, Alexandra Kuchinos, Briana Lewis, Colin Marth, Colton Maxwell, Britney Metz, Nathaniel Myers, Mikayla Owen,

Continued from Page 44 Janiya Punzalan, Seth Amber Saylor, Brandy Schaller, Nicklas Schoenberger, Joseph Schreiber, CJ Solt, Scott, Rachel Shubert, Skylar Szvetecz, Emily Morgan Smith, Jolene Viola, Sarah Walters, Stearns, Jennifer Katie Wasilko, Steton Szerencsits, Carter Test, Weber Erika Veiszlemlein, Joshua Weber, Grade 12 Matthew Wechsler, Distinguished Travis Weghofer, Honors Megan Wiest, Allyson Taylor Baird, Olivia Zelienka, Steven Barz, Casey Baylor, Zwickle Alexandra Beavan, Evan Betzenberger, High Honors Shreya Bhatt, Molly Tianna Arkey, Boyanoski, Kelsi James Benes, Joelle Burnhauser, Sarah Brida, Sabrina Chatih, Cherry, Grace Joshua Coleman, Cochrane, Brenna Devon Cunningham, Curran, Tiffany Aneasha Dale, Casey Cuth, Stephen Danner, Corrine DatisDruckenmiller, Cordero, Madison Michaela Ebert, Derr, Amanda Egry, Harry Emery, Jared Alyssa Fordham, Ariel Fantasia, Emily Fehr, Frey, Alyssa Golomb, Matthew Filipovits, Delaney Haggerty, Alexandria Fisher, Bryan Heckman, Kasey Frey, Casey Todd Hetrick, Shelby Fritz, Taylor Fullin, Hoff, Frank Hutterer, Pierce Giancaterino, Alyssa Iaquinto, Michael Haggerty, Mitchell King, Eugene Christine Harrop, Kocher, Austin Rachel Heimbach, Kolesnik, Kristin Emily Kleintop, Kuntzman, Olivia Boris Kobilja, Allison Leitzel, Hannah Marth, Laubach, Mackenzie Andrew Martuscelli, Lee, Holly Malitsch, Jamie Montalvo, Makenna Marhefka, Jeslyn Moran, Lily Brittany Meixsell, Mordzinski, Julia Pany, Jenna Meixsell, Nathan Emily Perry, Christian Michael, James Morris, Pinnock, Alexander Julie Nong, Kylee Quaglieri, Megan Pavlick, Kristin Rader, Reed, Taylor Reed, Kendel Reed, Bryanna Alexandra Reppert, Rycek, Robert Samson, Michael Rex, Kimberly Francesca Sanchez, Ruiz, Jacob Rush, Lauren Sankari, Jared Schmall, Sabrina

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Town & Country Gazette Advertiser’s Index A&A Limousine Service.........13, 24 Alexia’s Artistic Angles.................42 American Legion Ladies’ Aux......14 Amey’s Clean Rite..........................41 Amey’s Garage, Inc..........................2 Andrejack’s General Contracting, Inc..............................45 B. Biechy Construction Co............40 Barry Hausman, Jr..........................34 Becker Homes.................................42 Bethany Wesleyan......................7, 31 Blue Mountain Construction, Inc............................43 Blue Mountain Evergreen..............37 Blue Mountain Ski Area................11 Britton Business................................3 Charles H. Mantz, Inc....................33 Cindy’s Deli.....................................12 Clean Sweep........................ 21, 39, 51 Coolest Treat....................................19 Country Clippers Pet Grooming..................................27 Country Garden...............................3 Crystal Vision Center.....................17 David Hess Concrete.....................40 Don Messinger................................42 Donna’s Homecare & Cleaning...18 Dumpsters on Wheels...................41 Everett Chiropractic.........................6 Family Practice................................16 Frey & Co.........................................22 GD Shupp Home Repairs.............43 Gabby’s Lawn Care........................48 George Bensing Funeral Home...26 Green Wood....................................43 Hassler Roofing..............................35 Heidel Hollow...................................8 Henry’s Service Station...................4 Home Helpers.................................52 Jack Follweiler’s Garage................40 Josie’s Loch of Hair.........................24 Kathi Charles..................................12 Keller Williams Real Estate..........37 Kornfeind’s Market..........................5 Lappawinzo.......................................4 Lehigh Cleanpro...............................2 Lehigh Valley Spinal.......................16 Lincoln Manor................................45 Lorah’s..............................................15

Mack’s Tree Service........................41 Magic 105.5......................................25 Massage Therapy-Roxanne..........18 Mel Fritz Construction..................43 Miller Supply..................................34 Movie Trivia winner.......................34 Myers Contracting.........................42 Myster Tree & Shrub Service..............................................43 Nancy's Therapeutic Massage..............................................2 Neff’s Masonry...............................42 New Life Lutheran Church..........32 NL Insurance & Notary...................4 Off the Wall.....................................14 Pastor Lundmark............................32 Phil Long Construction.................42 Plumbing Professionals................43 Precision Armaments....................23 Richard B. Ryon .............................20 Ron’s Cleanout................................32

Ron’s Handyman............................43 Roosevelt Demo Club....................14 Roscoe Snyder Insurance.......23, 45 Schnecksville Fire...........................12 Schisler Funeral..............................52 Shipping Plus....................................9 Silfies Fuel........................................42 Sillettco Fence.................................42 SOAR................................................27 Stress Relief Center.......................18 Sule’s Collision Center..................46 Susan C. Schneck...........................26 Susie’s Shady Nook..........................9 TJ Uhnak..........................................43 Tom’s Trees N More.......................39 Veterans Discount Oil....................38 W. Neff Auto Sales...........................4 Walnutport Family Eye Care & Optical Boutique........................18 Water Wheel....................................15 Yons Construction..........................33

Last Issue’s Sudoko answers and May 7 winner Tammy Donmoyer --------------Good Eye answer: Strawberry

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

Call 610-767-9600 to claim your prize

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