Town & Country Gazette October 3

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From the Editor’s Desk

Joe Korba

It has been an absolutely beautiful start to fall this year.

The early autumn weather was perfect for all of the community festivals, fairs, and other events and happenings in our area.

One of the events was our own “Blue Mountain Blowout” to support the Northern Lehigh Food Bank. Thanks to the generosity of our neighbors, we collected 152 lbs. of food and donated $352 to the food bank – next year will be even bigger and better.

I hope all of you enjoy this edition of the Gazette. You may notice the addition of some new features, contests, and even more of the great local editorial you’ve come to expect from us.

Also, don’t forget to check out our website www. townandcountrygazette.com for web exclusives.

Growing and evolving is our modus operandi and I think we’re succeeding. As always, feedback is very welcome. We want you guys to interact and get involved, so make sure to enter our costume contest. You could win tickets to Eastern State Penitentiary – pretty cool, right?

GA Z ETTE 4685 Lehigh Drive (Rte 248), Walnutport, PA 18088-9574 Telephone 610-767-9600 • Fax 610-767-9612 Email: AskUs@TownandCountryGazette.com www.TownandCountryGazette.com ISSN 1942-2091

Paul & Lisa Prass - Publishers Joe Korba - Associate Publisher, Newspapers Alice Wanamaker, Danielle Tepper - Publishing Assts.

Donna Bachman - Accounting Manager Tony Pisco - Art Director Quynh Vo, Elaine Wyborski - Graphic Designers Tyler Trumbauer - Staff Writer Dave Heffner, Monroe Balliet - Drivers The Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette is published twice a month, on the first & third Wednesday/Thursday combinations.

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We cannot be responsible for typographic errors.

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Pg. 13 - Blue Mtn’s Best Stories about your newsworthy neighbors!

October: Meet Darin Weidner Welcome to our new monthly feature! We asked you all for nominations and the results are in: For the remainder of the year, you’ll read about a newsworthy neighbor in the first issue of each month. We’re turning the spotlight on community members who have unique and interesting stories. In honor of National Fire Prevention Month, we introduce you to a man who has devoted his entire life to putting himself literally in the line of fire. Meet Darin Weidner.

If you know someone who deserves to be recognized by the Gazette, tell us about them! Email Danielle at dtepper@ townandcountrygazette.com using the subject line “TCG NOMINATION.” We need submissions for 2014!

NEXT MONTH

Read about Anthony George, an 11-yearold from Walnutport who spent 15 summer days in Australia with the People-to-People Ambassador Program.

On Our Cover

Photo by Lyndsey K. Hewitt, taken at Bushkill Falls on the first day of autumn.

Hewitt is the Assistant Lifestyle Editor and a reporter at the Williamsport Sun-Gazette in Williamsport, Pa. She is a native of Lock Haven, Pa. and enjoys photography in her spare time. You can view more of her work at lyndseykhewitt.wordpress.com.

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October 19 & 20,Trot 2013 6K Towpath

6K Towpath Trot -- Saturday, October 19, 9:30 a.m.

Canal “Feast” ival Dinner (with ticket) Saturday, October 19, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 19, 6K Towpath Trot -- Saturday, October 19, 9:30 a.m.

Canal Festival a.m.

9:30 Canal “Feast” ival Dinner (with ticket) Entertainment by Mike Peters & John Ortiz -- Sunday, October 20, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 19, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Entertainment by Mike Peters & John Ortiz Canal “Feast” ival Dinner Canal Festival -- Sunday, October 20, (with ticket) www.walnutportcanalassociation.tripod.com 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 19, Rain date is Sunday, October 27, 2013 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. www.walnutportcanalassociation.tripod.com Entertainment by Mike Peters & John Ortiz Rain date is Sunday, October 27, 2013

Canal Festival Sunday, October 20, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.

Joe Korba, Associate Publisher I can't stand being cooped up in the house, even on rainy weekend days, so you'll probably find me out to dinner or in a movie theater on a rainy autumn afternoon.

Danielle Tepper, Publishing Assistant Snuggled in bed, binge-watching an all-time favorite sitcom (like Will & Grace or Friends) while blogging my heart out. Or online shopping.

Tony Pisco, Art Director Hoping that some grandparents come over so I can take a nap.

Alice Wanamaker, Publishing Assistant There is something about an open window on a cool fall day that really kicks my creativity into high gear. I like to spend fall days painting or crafting with recycled pieces. Currently, I am working on a mosaic featuring the infamous Dave Matthews Fire Dancer. I can't wait for another rainy Saturday so I can finish it!

Donna Bachman, Accounting Manager Curled up on my sofa trying to catch up on my favorite magazines.

Tyler Trumbauer, Staff Writer It is a rarity that I get a Saturday afternoon with no plans (or any day with no plans), but if I received that luxury, I would enjoy it inside watching movies. Possibly even enjoy a slice of pumpkin pie or soup, depending on the weather, in between flicks. The cozy comforts of my home is what I crave the most and I'd relish in it on that rainy October Saturday.

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This is our new Meet the Staff feature, where you can get to know the folks who work here at the T&C Gazette a little better. If there is anything you would like to know about us, email your question to askus@townandcountrygazette.com using the subject line “MEET THE STAFF.” This edition's question is:

October 19 & 20, 2013 Rain date is

Sunday, October 27, 2013

To learn more about the Gazette 6K Towpath Trot -- Saturday, Octoberstaffers, 19, 9:30 a.m. visit www.townandcountrygazette.com/ about-us/meet-the-staff.

Canal “Feast” ival Dinner (with ticket) Saturday, October 19, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Web Exclusive

Read about Wayne Halliday's United Dream

Entertainment Mike Peters & John Ride, an by event to commemorate his Ortiz daughter, which raised $19,000 for Dream Come True.

Only at www.townandcountrygazette.com!

Canal Festival -- Sunday, October 20,

www.walnutportcanalassociation.tripod.com

12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.

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It’s a Girl!

Alec DeLong and Trevor Mack announce the birth of their niece Kira Jayne Reph, who was born April 26, 2013. Kira is the daughter of Josslyn DeLong and Chris Reph of Slatington.

Her grandparents are Lori DeLong & Quinn Horn of New Tripoli, Steve DeLong of Lehighton and Rob and Tanya Mack of Slatedale. Kiras great grandparents are Richard & Ida Lichtenwalner of Germansville, Gary Reph of Palmerton, Diane Ross of Palmerton and Caroline DeLong of Macungie. Kira weighed 7lbs. 7 oz. and was 21 inches long.

Happy 90th Birthday

On August 4, the family and friends of Elaine McFarland celebrated her 90th birthday. The party was held at the home of her daughter, Colleen Rumble. Also attending were her siblings Yvonne Szoke and Bruce McFarland of Slatington and Darryl McFarland of Whitehall, as well as in-laws, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Mahoning Valley Farmers Market

October 27th or Treat October 13th October 19-20 atTrick the Market Car Show Fall Harvest 10-3 Fest Come in costume for treats throughout the market.

All classes- Music, food. No entry fee. Prizes awarded to top 5 entries.

Sat 8-4 Sunday 10-4

Tractor show, Activities for kids, Pumpkins, tractor rides, Music, Specials all weekend long. Free. We will be collecting non- perishable food donations for the Second Harvest Food Bank. Outdoor craft vendor spots- $10 call for more info.

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Ah, autumn. Sweater weather. Spiced coffee. Colorful leaves. Pumpkin-flavored everything. This season, don’t spend your weekends searching for fun fall activities—we have them all right here! Whether you’re looking for something spooktacular or just a good ol’ fashioned hayride, we’ve compiled a list of local spots that’ll tickle the little kid in all of you, plus a parade schedule and more. Grab yourself a glass of cider and plan your October itinerary.

HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS

The Halls of Horror: Terrorfest 2013 320 Delaware Ave. Palmerton, PA 18071 610-417-3342 www.hallsofhorror.net Fridays & Saturdays | 7-11 p.m. $15 Ages 12 and up.

Terror Behind the Walls Eastern State Penetentiary 2027 Fairmount Ave. Philadelphia, PA 215-236-3300 www.easternstate.org Hours and prices vary.

Family Nights for kids 7-12.

No one under 7 permitted.

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PUMPKIN FESTIVAL October 1-31 8737 Ashfield Rd., Slatington, PA 18080

FARM FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Pumpkins Apples Cider Gourds Also Pick Your Own Apples

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 12-5 Saturdays, Sundays & Columbus Day (October 14th) Weekdays For Groups

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The Haunting at the Waldorf Hotel Terror in the Corn 6565 Interchange Rd. Lehighton, PA 18235 610-824-6835 www.hauntingatthewaldorf.com Fridays & Saturdays | 7-10 p.m.

Waldorf Hotel: $15 Terror in the Corn Hayride & Trail: $20 Scream Package (both haunts): $30 Ages 10 and up.

Halloween Haunt Dorney Park 3830 Dorney Park Road Allentown, PA 18104 610-395-3724 www.dorneypark.com/haunt Fridays & Saturdays | 7 p.m.-midnight Sundays 7-11 p.m.

Prices vary.

Ages 13 and up.

Terror on the Mountain Nightmare’s Revenge Blue Mountain Ski Area 1660 Blue Mountain Dr.

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Palmerton, PA 610-826-7700 www.skibluemt.com/season-activities/terror-onthe-mountain Fridays & Saturdays | Sunset to 10 p.m.

3D Glow Haunted Hayride $15 Ghost Tours The Old Jail Museum 128 W. Broadway Jim Thorpe, PA 570-325-5259 http://theoldjailmuseum.com/ghosts2.html Saturdays 6:15-9 p.m.

Adults $10 Students $7 Ages 12 and up.

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FAMILY-FRIENDLY: Hayrides, pumpkin-picking, & more!

Harvest Fest - The Amazing Maize Maze Blue Mountain Ski Area 1660 Blue Mountain Dr. Palmerton, PA 610-826-7700 www.skibluemt.com/season-activities/ harvest-fest Saturdays & Sundays | 12-4 p.m.

Adults $10 Kids 12 & under $5 Scenic Lift Rides $5 Pumpkin Chuckin' $1 for 3 FREE Pumpkin Patch Hayrides Grim’s Greenhouse Fall Festival 9941 Schantz Rd. Breinigsville, PA 610-395-5655 grimsgreenhouse.com/fall-festival Open 7 days a week | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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23rd AnnuAl Apple FestivAl S a t u r d a y, O c t o b e r 1 2 , 2 0 1 3 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

United Presbyterian Church, Route 873, Slatington

Food & fun for the whole family!

Enjoy our popular homemade soups, Willams’ Hoagies, apple dumplings, funnel cakes, and more!

Bid for attractive baskets and cash prize raffles and shop interesting vendors.

Enjoy music by Quartet of Five 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Duck pond & candy wheel for the kids!

Soups, hoagies & apple dumplings for presale until Sept. 29 (call Church Office)

Vendors: Call church office

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Phone: 610-767-1200 www.edgemontrollerrink.com Halloween Costume Party Skate or Dance, October 26, 2013 7-10 p.m. $7 per person.

OPEN SKATE SESSIONS Friday and Saturday 7 pm to 10 pm, $7 Saturday 2 pm to 5 pm $5.50 Sunday 2 – 5 p.m. $5.50

SKATE RENTALS Regular Skates ................. $2 Inline Skates .................... $3 Low Cut Boots ................. $3

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2 hours for $150.00, 2.5 hours for $175.00, 3 hours for $200.00 (skate rentals extra)

Birthday Party Packages (open skating) Saturday 2 pm to 5 pm • Sunday 2 – 5 p.m.

Friday and Saturday 7 pm to 10 pm

Call or visit our website for more information

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Grim’s Greenhouse Fall Festival Hayride Tours Saturdays & Sundays Only $5 Flashlight Maze Friday Nights Only Adults $8 Children 3-12 $6 Must be accompanied by a paying adult Children 2 & under FREE Monster Mania The Crayola Factory 30 Centre Square Easton, PA Regular factory hours.

Ghost Tours Saturdays October 5, 12 & 19

6:15 to 9:00pm Adults $10 • High school $7 THE

OLD JAIL 128 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe, PA

570-325-5259 TheOldJailMuseum.com History Tours: Weekends thru Oct. • 12:00-4:30pm The Old Jail is a non-profit institution.

$15.99 Ages 2 and up.

Byler’s Farm 8737 Ashfield Rd. Slatington, PA 610-767-6766 www.bylersfarm.tripod.com Saturdays & Sundays | 12-5 p.m.

Prices vary.

Strawberry Acres 5120 Overlook Rd Coplay, PA 610-261-2323 www.strawberryacres.com Open 7 days a week.

Hours and prices vary.

Silfies Farm 3463 Murphy Rd. Walnutport, PA 484-764-2851 Hayrides Thursday-Saturday | 7-10 p.m.

Pumpkin patch, straw maze, & moonbounce Saturdays & Sundays | 12-5 p.m.

Prices vary.

Seiple Farms 5761 Nor Bath Blvd.

Bath, PA 610-837-0847 www.seiplefarms.com Saturdays | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sundays | 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

FREE farm admission Corn Maze Adults $7 Children 3-11 $6 Children under 2 FREE

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Nazareth's Halloween Parade Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 1:00 p.m.

Northampton's Halloween Parade Thursday, October 24, 2013 at 7 p.m.

Rain date is Thursday, October 31, 2013 at 7 p.m.

Northern Lehigh Halloween Parade Saturday, October 26, 2013 Palmerton Halloween Parade Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 12 p.m.

Northampton County Open Gate Farm Tour Saturday, Oct. 12 1-5 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 13 1-5 p.m.

PARADES

Allentown's Halloween Parade Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Rain Date is Sunday, October 27, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Bethlehem's Halloween Parade Sunday, October 27, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Rain Date is Sunday, November 3, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Coplay's Halloween Parade October 15, 2013, at 7 p.m.

Rain Date is October 22, 2013 at 7 p.m.

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We offer lots of local produce and fall items—fresh cider, McCutchen jar goods, and much more! Bakery on premises.

Pick-Your-Own Apples & Pumpkins! • Call our hotline for more information (610-261-2323)

Haunted Hayrides! Sat. Oct 26th - 7-10 p.m.

$7 for teens and adults • $6 for senior citizens (60+) • $4 for children ages 5-12 • Under 5 free.

Food, Scary Fun and Entertaiment! We hope to see you then! www.strawberryacres.com Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-7 p.m. • Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Sunday 11 a.m.-5p.m.

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When Apple Harvest is over, we will remain open up until Wed. Nov. 27.

Order your Thanksgiving pies now! Evening hayrides and group tours by appointment only.

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Saturday & Sunday 12 - 5 p.m.

Pumpkin patch, straw maze, & moonbounce

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HAPPY HAUNTIN G!

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Blue Mountain’s A glance around Darin Weidner’s living room leaves no doubt whatsoever that he loves being a firefighter.

From the curtain rods to the table lamps (some of which he made himself), the entire room is an homage to a passion that began when he was just a kid. Weidner grew up listening to the shrill sound of sirens—he lived right down the street from Springside Fire Co. 12 in Slatington. One Monday night, he walked up and struck up a conversation with the firemen. That’s where his story begins.

“When I was six or seven, my dad ran with Friedens,” said Weidner. “He only did it a year or two but that’s where it all started, just from listening to it and being around it.”

When Weidner was 13, he became a junior volunteer, his first official involvement with the world of firefighting. “I felt pulled to it,” he said.

By Danielle Tepper “My parents would yell. I always wanted to be at the firehouse.”

As a junior, Weidner had quite a bit of involvement. “I was doing a lot of work, but on the same hand, I also had a lot of fun,” he said.

“We had a hand-drawn hose car that we pulled in parades, it was really neat.”

Weidner ran with the fire department on every call and practiced right up until the entered the Navy in December of 1986. Aboard the USS

“I felt pulled to it.

My parents would yell. I always wanted to be at the firehouse.”

Fulton, Weidner was invited to join in any fire training and was part of damage control and the Flying Squad, both fire-related crews.

For the past 32 years, Weidner has immersed himself in fire service.

“I just couldn’t give it up,” he said. He currently serves the Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Continued on Page 14

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Blue Mountain’s Best Continued from Page 13 Department as Captain and Vice President, in face. “There was an indie race that got snowed out between a couple other side jobs, plus his paid job one year,” he said. “We were out having snowball as a truck driver for Berger Sanitation. “Whenever battles in the middle of the speedway with foreign I’m not working, whenever the pager goes off, I racecar drivers who had never seen snow before.” go.”

He was prepared to give up life in the fast He spent six years as a pit fireman at Nazareth lane, but a friend told him to check out Pocono Speedway. When cars wrecked and lit up, he was Speedway. He’s been there ever since. After three on the team that ran out to help. Asked how often years, he was made the Pit Fire Supervisor. The that can happen, Weidner replied simply, “You attraction to the gig is obvious: pure action. never know.”

“You’re right in the middle of it. Guys are When Nazareth closed in 2004, Weidner said throwing wheels over your head. When a car he was “heartbroken.” He still holds many fond drops down, if you turn your head for a second, memories from his time there, which includes there’s a chance of catching a lug nut to the face. meeting famous drivers like the Andrettis face-to- It’s the excitement.”

Weidner is also the President of PA Chapter 18 of the Red Knights International Motorcycle Club, a position he has used to spearhead a Fire Victims Fund to help raise money for those in Lehigh, INC. Northampton and Carbon Counties who have Serving the Slatington Area Since 1934 suffered property damage. Whenever the club Check Out Our Everyday Prices! does a benefit ride, a portion of the proceeds goes •Miller Chill to the fund, which began in 2011.

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Extra Point

by Tyler Trumbauer

Football Mid-Season Update

Editor’s Note: These interviews and capsules were compiled and composed prior to the Week 5 games.

Northern Lehigh- This isn’t how they envisioned it. The Bulldogs have started out the season 0-4 for the first time in more than 20 years. This isn’t something Northern Lehigh is used to as the program has only had four winless seasons in its history. Head coach Joe Tout is still sticking to the plan despite the slow start. “Our goal is the same for the second half of the year,” said Tout. “We are hoping for improvement. I felt as though we had gotten better especially over the course of the last three weeks. The attitude from the team has been good and we feel as though we have been very close to winning our last two games [...] so as long as we stick to our game plan and stay the course,

I feel like we have an opportunity to start winning games.” The Bulldogs could earn a win against Salisbury, Bangor or Palmerton down the stretch, but other than those weeks, the future looks bleak.

NorthwesternThe Tigers are out of their cage and ready to pounce for the 2013 season.

Northwestern is 2-2 after their first four contests and are hungry for more wins on their hopeful path to the playoffs. “Our ultimate goal each and every year is to make playoffs,” said head coach Josh Snyder. “We have been striving to play our best game each and every Friday and if we can do that we will be successful. The good thing is that our kids play extremely hard for four quarters and in our two losses the ball hasn't really bounced our way a whole lot. They continue to get better each and every day at practice and we are looking forward to an exciting second half of the season.”

Junior quarterback Frank DeAngelo has really stepped up this season as a game manager and led this team offensively. Northwestern needs to earn wins in these next few weeks to put themselves in a good position in terms of the postseason as they visit arguably the most explosive team in the Lehigh Valley in Catasauqua in week 10.

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Lehighton- One of the biggest comeback stories is the Lehighton football team. A program that as recent as last year was an afterthought in high school football is now in the district playoff conversation. After four games that were blowouts, the Indians found themselves on the winning side of two of them. Head coach Tom McCaroll loves the early success and attention, but realizes there is more work to be done. “The team has certainly worked hard to have the success they have seen to this point. They have handled it pretty well. They know we only have two wins at this point, so there is no guarantee that we will get any more unless they prepare and continue to play with great intensity and focus. We still have a long way to go.” The Indians seem like legitimate contenders early on, but their schedule down the stretch against Pocono Mountain West and Jim Thorpe will be the true test for Lehighton.

Palmerton- Palmerton’s early success is just another example that the Colonial League has changed. The once elite are now faltering and the basement dwellers are now rising. Palmerton is making their climb this season and are 2-2 after four games. This team is a bit streaky as they have scored a combined 44 points in their two wins, but only 19 points in their losses. Head coach Chris Walkowiak talked about their recipe for success in the second half of the season. “As a staff and team, we pride ourselves on mental and physical preparation and focus in on each individual player winning their given play by giving their best effort and executing their assignment properly. If we do this as a team consistently, we feel we will give ourselves a good chance at winning some football games.” The Blue Bombers have a chance at making districts if they keep up their solid play, but that may be too tall of a task this season.

Parkland- The Trojans have fallen off a little bit from their supremacy last season that led to a state playoff berth. Parkland is still a force in the LVC though as they are 3-1 overall after the first four weeks of play. The team has used the rushing game effectively with multiple backs including Kareem Williams who head coach Jim Morgans is very fond of. “When he goes north and south, he’s really a big back. He’s like 190 pounds,” Morgans told The Morning Call’s Stephen Miller last week.

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Morgans continued, “So I think just getting the opportunity to play, getting his touches, has helped him.”

Parkland has had some trouble offensively, with their quarterback situation especially. The Trojans will have to stay consistent on both sides of the ball to make a serious playoff push as Parkland is still near the top of the LVC, but they aren’t quite the elite anymore.

Northampton- The Konkrete Kids had high hopes heading in to this season. The team, especially the senior class, really wanted to return Northampton to postseason play, but their 0-4 overall record has made that goal a bit outlandish.

Despite the early struggles head coach Jeff Brosky is staying optimistic. “[Our mindset is] positive,” said Brosky.“We must remain focused on our goals in order to finish out the season. [We want to] continue to work hard at practice and improve.”The Konkrete Kids are displaced this season as their home field is under construction and their winless start to the season has displaced them in the Lehigh Valley Conference as well. Unfortunately, 2013 isn’t the year for Northampton football.

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Blue Mountain’s Best Continued from Page 14 someday it will build to a point where it can really make an impact.

Weidner wants the general public to understand that what he does is not only important, but also life saving: “I was in my truck once when I got a call for a cardiac arrest. I was wearing my gear and I put my blue lights on and the guy in the car in front of me looked in his mirror, saw me, and slowed down to about 25 miles an hour,” he explained. “I thought he was letting me pass, but when I moved over, so did he. I tried to go around and he moved back.

He blocked me the whole way down the highway.

You’re not required to pull over for blue lights, but people need to be aware it’s still an emergency situation. We could be on our way to try to help someone you know.”

Weidner plans to continue to work in fire service for many years to come. It is a career path that has been set for him since childhood and he has dedicated his life to the cause.

His wife Jenn added, “Although there have been plenty of interrupted dinners, missed family events and lots of late nights … Darin is truly a hometown hero.”

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Young Eagles Flight Rally Scheduled For October 12 at Slatington Airport Area young people ages eight to 17 will have a chance to take to the skies on Oct 12, 2013, as Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 855 hosts a Young Eagles Flight Rally at Slatington Airport (69N).

The rally is part of the EAA Young Eagles Program, created to interest young people in aviation. Since the program was launched in 1992, Volunteer EAA pilots have flown more than 1.7 million young people who reside in more than 90 countries.

“Free airplane rides are just part of the Flight Rally,” said Bill Lokes, spokesman for the event.

“We hope to build one-to-one relationships between pilots and young people, giving a new generation a chance to learn more about the possibilities that exist in the world of aviation.”

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their airplanes, allowing young people to discover how airplanes work and how pilots ensure safety is the prime concern before every flight.

Following the flight, each young person will receive a certificate making them an official Young Eagle. Their name will then be entered into the “World’s Largest Logbook,”which is on permanent display at the EAA Air Adventure Museum in Oshkosh, WI. The Logbook is also accessible on the Internet at www.youngeagles.org.

In addition to the certificate, the new Young Eagle will be given a Logbook with an access code for a complete free online Flight Training course offered by Sporty’s.

We will be offering free hot dogs, chips, soft drinks and water at the rally. Along with flight rallies, EAA members also fly Young Eagles on an individual basis. Each pilot volunteers their time and aircraft so the flights can be provided free of charge for interested young people.

Those attending the flight rally on Oct. 12 are asked come to Slatington Airport starting at 9 a.m. to register for their flight. Flights will begin at 9 a.m. with registration closing at 2 p.m.

Additional information about EAA and the EAA Young Eagles program is available on the internet. Access to EAA’s Home Page is available at www.eaa.org. The Young Eagles web page is www.youngeagles.org.

This spring we introduced 38 young people to the excitement and opportunity that aviation holds.

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Relay for Life The first team meeting for the 2014 season will be held in Fellowship Community’s Auditorium, 3000 Fellowship Dr, Whitehall on Tuesday, October 8th at 6 p.m. We are starting our 11th Season for the Relay For Life of Whitehall. Please make noise and come out and join your relay.

Anyone who lives, works or plays in Whitehall, Catasauqua, Northampton or the surrounding areas are welcome.

Silence won’t finish this fight – action will. To get loud, we need everyone in every community to join us today. Now is the time to obliterate cancer.

Make some noise by becoming part of YOUR RELAY! You, the public, are our best chance to fight this dreadful disease. Get involved, cheer others on, make our event known, and volunteer you time for a great cause. Please visit our website at www.relayforlife.org/pawhitehall or visit us on Facebook at Relay For Life of Whitehall, PA. Teams are usually made up of three or more people, but you can be a one person team or a 30+ person team. Teams vary: Some have cancer survivors; some are in memory of someone who lost their fight with cancer; some have no personal involvement with cancer but know someone at work, church or through someone else. We ask that you raise $100 per team member. Once you start, you will find it easy to ask your friends for a $10 or $20 donation.

This year’s Team Recruitment and Retention Chair is Doreen Huber dorhub@yahoo.com. She will run the team meeting, answer your questions, and motivate you throughout the year.

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

• Polka, Laurel Fire Co. 5 p.m.

-7 p.m. (3rd & 4th Thurs.) FMI: 610-262-2077.

• Bingo, Emerald Fire Co. 6:30 p.m.

• Bingo, Petersville R&G Club 7 p.m.

• Country Western Line & Partner Dancing, 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Dancing and Lessons. Vigilant Fire Hall. FMI: 610-760-1917 • Rotary Club, Blue Ridge Country Club, Palmerton, 6:15 p.m. FMI 484-951-2468.

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

• American Legion Aux. Slatington at Legion 7:30 p.m.

(1st Thurs.) FMI 610-760-1098.

• ZUMBA, Bethany Wesleyan 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. FMI 610767-1239.

• Yoga, Peters Elementary school 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. FMI 610760-0300.

• PA German Friends meeting.

3rd Thursday. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Allentown.

FMI: 610-264-2979.

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

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

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

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• Yoga, Palmerton Library 9 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Line Dancing, N’ton Gin Mill 6:45 p.m - 8:30 p.m. FMI 610262-9010.

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

• Bingo, Kunkletown Fire Co. 6:45 pm 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, 63 A Greenbriar Bath.

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

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

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

• TOPS, Dinkey Church, Ashfield 5:30 p.m. FMI 610-8522976.

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

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

• Zumba Gold Class, Vigilant Fire Co. 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m.

FMI: 610-760-0300 • Adult Stretch, Vigilant Fire Co. 10 a.m. -11 a.m. FMI 610760-0300.

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

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

• TOPS, Zion UCC, Lehighton.

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

• ZUMBA, Bethany Wesleyan 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. FMI 610767-1239.

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

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

Bingo, Our Lady of Hungary, Northampton 7 p.m.

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

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

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

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Community Calendar

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

• Zumba, Gold Vigilant Fire Co 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. FMI: 610-7600300.

• Youth Yoga (grades 3-6) Slatington Elem. 3:00-3:45. FMI: 610-760-0300.

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

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

Friday, October 4

• Fish dinner Diamond Fire Co.

4-7 p.m. Take-outs avail. FMI: 610767-8476.

• Friends of Palmerton Area Library meeting 7 p.m.

• Basket Social at Heidelberg Union church. 5-7:30pm

Saturday, October 5

• Basket Social/Bake Sale. Blue Mt. Fish & Game 10am-3pm.

• Forgotten Felines cat and kitten adoptions, 9645 Hamilton Blvd., Breinigsville. 1:30-4pm. FMI: 610760-9009.

Sunday, October 6

• National Peanut Festival

Quarter Midget Racing, Schnecksville Fair Grounds.

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• A harvest of Fraktur and Bible Records at St. John’s Church of

Morgan Hill, Easton. 3pm.

Monday, October 7

• Blood Drive – Phoenix Rehab

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2-5pm. 1022 Blakeslee Blvd. In conjunction with Miller Keystone Blood Center. FMI: 610-377-5845.

• Slatington 150th Anniversary Committee meeting, Vigilant Fire Co, 7pm.

Tuesday, October 8

• Gov. Wolf Historical Society

meeting 7pm, Monocacy School House 6600 Jacksonville Rd., Bath • Indianland Garden Club meeting 7pm. Hope Lutheran Church, Cherryville.

Wednesday, October 9

• Papermaking and plant fibers class at the Lehigh Gap Nature Center. Call for details and materials pricing 610-760-8889.

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• Snakes Alive program at Jacobsburg Environmental Educational Center, 7-8pm.

Friday, October 11

• Blood Drive at Northern

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• Oldies Dance. Schnecksville Fire Co. FMI/Tickets: 610-7676553.

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Bike Ride, Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, 9am (Bowmanstown) Register: 610767-0676 • Apple Festival, United Presbyterian Church Slatington.

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• Bazaar/Flea Market, Ebenezer UCC New Tripoli. 8am-2pm. FMI: 610-298-2696.

• Young Eagles Flight Rally , Slatington Airport. 9am-2pm.

FMI: www.eaa.org • Forgotten Felines cat and kitten adoptions, 9645 Hamilton Blvd., Breinigsville. 1:30-4pm. FMI: 610760-9009.

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• National Peanut Festival Quarter Midget • Racing,

Schnecksville Fair Grounds.

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• Palmerton Area Library Quilt Show, 12-4pm.

• Lehigh Township Historical Society presentation at Indianland’s Fellowship Hall, 2 p.m.

• St. Paul’s Schoolhouse, Open House. 2-4pm. FMI: 610-767-5989.

• Quilt Show, Palmerton Area Library 12-4pm. FMI: 610-8263424.

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Our exercise group will be having "Glamour Shots" on the 3rd, to celebrate a job well done! Our Kindergarten friends from Lincoln Ele. will be making monthly visits.

Learning games with Bingo are the plan. A day of Polka's for October fest and a special meal planned for the 17th. And of course our Halloween Party on the 31st.

Time to start planning those costumes. Our Needlecraft group is prepping for winter hats & scarves, helping keep our community warm. A variety of daily activities are available, as well as new friends to meet. There is a warm and comfortable atmosphere just waiting for you.

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10/4 – Chicken noodle soup, open hot turkey sandwich, mixed vegs, vanilla pudding.

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10/10 – Roast turkey, acorn squash, peas & carrots, spice cake.

10/11 – Salisbury steak, parsley potatoes, green beans, peaches & cream.

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Northampton County Area on Aging

Visit the following senior centers to participate in daily activities.

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Northampton Senior Center 902 Lincoln Avenue Northampton, PA 18067 610-262-4977 Director: Krista Ambrosino Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

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Slatington 150th Anniversary Committee From the Chalkboard The next meeting of the Slatington 150th Committee has been scheduled for Monday, October 7 at 7 p.m. at the Vigilant Fire Co. building.

Plans are continuing to be made for future activities and all Committee members are urged to be present. Display tables with Sesquicentennial merchandise will be available at The Gathering on Saturday, October 5th and at Canal Days in Walnutport on Sunday, October 20th. Volunteers are needed for these events.

Orders will be taken for the hard cover book discussing and illustrating 150 years of Slatington history, as well as for the 2 DVDs detailing the various aspects of the Centennial anniversary celebrations held in 1964. Both the hardcover volume and the DVD set will be available by the summer of 2014.

Palmerton Historical Society Meets

The Palmerton Area Historical Society will hold its monthly general meeting on Monday, October 14 in the Knight's Gallery of the Palmerton Area

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The program will feature a video of the Victorian Customs program which was presented by Dale Freudenberger in the Little White Church last year.

A brief business meeting will be followed by the program. The public is invited to attend, without cost or obligation.

2nd Annual Interpretive Bike Ride

Due the success of last year’s ride, Lehigh Township Rails to Trails is conducting a second interpretive bike ride. This ride will take place along part of the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor rail trail.

Along the way, stops will be made to discuss the geology, history and biology of the areas through which we will pass.

The date for the ride is Sat., Oct. 12, with a rain date of Oct 13. It will begin at 9 a.m. and end by around noon.

This year’s ride will begin at the trailhead of the D & L at the boat launch near Bowmanstown, which is located between Palmerton and Leighton.

It is a one-way ride, at the end of which riders can return to Bowmanstown, ride another part of the D & L, or ride the Slate Heritage Trail. Restroom and picnic areas will be available along the way.

There is no cost for this event, although donations are always appreciated. In addition, we ask that you register for the ride in order to enable us to determine the number of riders involved.

Please do so by Oct 5, by calling 610 767-0676 or sending an email to LTR2T@hotmail.com.

The mission of Lehigh Township Rails to Trails is to provide recreational opportunities for people of all ages in and around Lehigh Township. LTRT also works with other local organizations to accomplish this goal.

At present, we are working with the Walnutport Canal Association to develop a picnic area at a lock that is located within Lehigh Township and is along the Walnutport Canal.

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Heritage Center Exhibit

Bill Wine has been writing about and teaching film throughout his career, serving as a movie critic for magazines, newspapers, radio, television and online. He served as the movie critic for Fox Television for twelve years, earning eight Emmy Award nominations and winning three Emmy Awards. Wine has been the movie critic for the CBS station KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia since 2001. He also has written for The Village Voice, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News and many other publications, and is also a produced and published playwright.

NAPL’s Judging a Book by its Movie Program

Lehigh Township Fire Company is hosting a fall basket social October 13, from 12 to 5 p.m. in the Country Garden social hall. Hope to see you there! To make a donation, contact Karen Stevens at 815-207-711 or by email at kstevens@ lehightownshipfire.com.

The next exhibit in the Feature Room of the Heritage Center, 410 Delaware Avenue, Palmerton, will be artifacts of the New Jersey Zinc Company. Although the company itself, which founded Palmerton and provided employment for thousands at one time, did not have a policy on preserving its history, fortunately some of its employees did. A number of these items will be on display. The Center is open Wednesday through Saturday each week; phone 610-824-6954 for a recording listing the hours each day. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted.

Can you judge a book by its movie? Should you?

Commonwealth Speaker and Emmy winning KYW Newsradio film critic Bill Wine will be at the Northampton Area Public Library on October 19 at 1pm to present “Based on the Book: Bestseller Cinema.” Wine will discuss the psychological differences between the reading and viewing experience. He will also analyze the way novels have been adapted into films.

Books and films to be discussed include The Grapes of Wrath, Schindler’s List, Bridget Jones’ Diary, The Graduate, A Clockwork Orange, The Silence of the Lambs, The Maltese Falcon, The Godfather, The Da Vinci Code, and more. This presentation is a program of the Pennsylvania Humanities Council supported in part by National Endowment for the Humanities.

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Lehigh Elementary Students Learn to “Box Out Bullying”

By Danielle Tepper

For the past five years, Lehigh Elementary School has implemented a bullying prevention program they call the “Konkrete Konnection.”

This year, the Konkrete Konnection Committee decided it was time to give the program another jump-start and kicked it back into high gear with a Tuesday morning assembly that featured a comedic message from Box Out Bullying.

Based on the Olweus method, the Konkrete Konnection is an initiative that was started by the district as a way to address the issue headon, according to LES guidance counselor Jennifer Borzillo. “It’s a data-driven way to research specific ways to prevent and combat bullying when it occurs,” she said. “We were all trained in it, the teachers, the cafeteria workers, even the bus drivers.”

The children have their own version of the training. Every other week, they attend “Class Climate” meetings where they are encouraged to discuss their issues and concerns.

“The thing with bullying is, as hard as we try, we can’t stop it from happening. As much as we wish we had that magic wand to eliminate it, it’s just really unrealistic,” said Borzillo. “But the goal of the program is to lessen the number of incidents, to be preventative in nature, and then when something does arise, our promise to our students is that we will address the issue each and every time it is brought to our attention.”

Box Out Bullying, an NYC-based operation with offices in Lancaster, strives to help schools do just that with their innovative way of outlining the four rules of bullying: 1) Don’t bully. 2) Help others who are being bullied. 3) Include other students who are being left out. 4) Tell an adult at school and an adult at home when you know someone is being bullied.

LES hosted Jeremy Rubenstein and Ryan Feyk (also known as “cousins Tom and Jerry”) on Sept.

24 for two hour-long sessions, a 9:15 a.m. program aimed at kindergarten through third grade and a 1:45 program for grades four to six. The morning session was full of slapstick comedy and the loud, in-unison cheering commonly found amongst little ones who are happy to be out of class.

Rubenstein founded the interactive two-man show in 2008 by combining his background in education and theater.

“I saw that there was a big need for it,” he said.

“Often times in my teaching experience, not enough time is given to emotional intelligence.

It’s not just the message, but the way you present the message.”

Rubenstein needed someone who could be “heartfelt and silly” to join him. He met Feyk and accepted him onto the team.

“What drew me to Ryan is that he has a background in theater for young audiences too,” said Rubenstein. “The characters require an enormous amount of empathy towards kids.”

The ‘characters’ of Tom and Jerry are cousins who use their own bullying conflict from on a family vacation in Georgia to illustrate the four rules of bullying. At least, that’s their story for their younger audience.

“There are three separate levels,” explained Rubenstein. “A fifth grader is much different than a 5-year-old. We have to change it to reflect their maturity level. This is more than a once-and-done show because those don’t work.”

Rubenstein provides much more than just educational entertainment to the schools he visits: “What we want to try to do is integrate bullying prevention into the curriculum, so we include over 90 pages of activities and lesson plans, study guides, and parent resources to make it a truly comprehensive, organic experience.”

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Box Out Bullying has been touring for five years now and they visit approximately 100,000 students a year. They’ve found that the issues and concerns facing today’s kids are the same nationwide, but so, they believe, are the solutions.

The most rewarding part for them has been the students’ positive response.

“Sometimes we’ll ask the kids to tell us their favorite part. They’ll write a story or draw a picture and getting those back—having the kids confide in us and share with us,” said Rubenstein. “You know, by the end, we’re kind of like rock stars honestly. We’re ‘Tom and Jerry.’ It’s downright making a difference.

I sleep easy at night.”

“For me, it’s seeing that most children already have these natural inclinations to be compassionate or empathetic,” added Ryan. “They want to, they feel better when they do and they know that they do, it’s mainly just feeling like they have a space where it’s safe to do that. It’s not a new idea to them.”

For more information on Box Out Bullying, visit www.boxoutbullying.com.

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The KidsPeace Auxiliary held its 27th annual Luncheon and Fashion Show on Sept. 11 at the Best Western in Hanover Township. Proceeds supported KidsPeace Autism Programs. Special thanks to the committee (back row, from left): Alberta Baggest, Irene Chomitsky, Kelly Mihalakis, (front row, from left) Dianne Zumas, Mary Reiman, Connie D’Angelo and Evelyn Zumas.

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Walnut St. Playground Announces Halloween Fundraiser

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The Walnut Street Playground Association invites all chocolate lovers to take part in their Halloween Fundraiser. The association will be displaying a glass container full of chocolate candies and you have to guess how many pieces are in the container. Guesses are $0.50 each and you can enter as often as you like. The person who guesses closest to the actual number of candy pieces will be the winner. The winner will receive the container full of chocolates, plus a $20 Gertrude Hawk gift card. The fundraiser will begin on October 1 and the winner will be announced on Halloween. The container is displayed at Galio’s Market, 43 S. Walnut Street, Slatington. Call 610767-7626 for more information.

Happy Birthday Jake Lieberman - 17 on Sept. 16 Karen Hantz - 50 on Sept. 30 Krystal Gottshall - 24 on Oct. 1 Melissa Kanleif - 32 on Oct. 2 Philip Miletics - 27 on Oct. 2

LEHIGH TOWNSHIP LIONS OFFER FREE EYE EXAMS FOR LEHIGH TWP RESIDENTS The LEHIGH TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB is offering a FREE eye exam to residents of Lehigh Township, regardless of age, who are not covered by Eye Care Insurance.

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

To take advantage of this important and FREE opportunity, which ends Dec. 31, 2013, please contact Wayne A. Benninger, Community Action Chairman for the Lehigh Township Lions Club, at 610-349-3596 or any other Lehigh Township Lions Club member.

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

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NLYAA News

Fall sports are in full swing and doing great.

If you would like to come out and support our young Bulldogs, please check our website at www.

NLYAA.com for game schedules and times.

Winter sports are gearing up and it is time to register for Wrestling, Boys Basketball, and Girls Basketball. Electronic registration is now required.

You can register before signups at www.NLYAA. com. If you do not register in advance, you will be required to register electronically when you arrive. Registrations will be held in the Northern Lehigh Middle School on October 7, Monday, 6:30 - 8:30 and October 16, Wednesday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

We would also like to announce an open position on our executive board. We are looking for a vicepresident. The position is open immediately.

Anyone interested, please contact our President, Lynne McGeehan at 484-695-0086.

Gov. Wolf Historical Society Fall Events

The Governor Wolf Historical Society, East Allen Township, has two events of interest coming up this fall. On Oct. 8, at the society’s regular monthly meeting, Steve Hilberg will present a display and talk on early types of lighting, from colonial times to the invention of the electric light bulb. Members and guests are encouraged to bring any unique or unusual types of lighting from their collections.

This talk, held in the Monocacy School on the society campus, is free and open to the public.

On Dec. 7, the society will hold its 33rd annual Christmas house tour, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring six homes of historical interest, beautifully decorated for the holidays by local florists. As always, there will also be a craft display and sale, as well as refreshments on the society’s campus during the tour.

The Governor Wolf Historical Society campus is at 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath, just off Route 512 south of Bath.For more information on these events, go to www.govwolf.org.

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• Meet the Teachers • Cooking Demonstrations • Children’s Activities • Food & Refreshments • Program Display Tables • Basket Raffle Current students will also have the opportunity to review choices for final program placement.

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Spread the Good Word Bethany Wesleyan Church AUDIO ADRENALINE KINGS & QUEENS TOUR is coming to Bethany Wesleyan Church on October 18 at 7 p.m. Tickets are still available on iTickets.com or at the church office 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

CALLING QUALITY CRAFTERS - The annual Fabulous Fall Fest Craft Show benefiting Through These Hands Ministry will be held on Saturday, October 26. If you are a quality crafter and would like to secure a spot, please contact Doreen at 610.428.2786.

TRUNK OR TREAT will be held on October 30 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. for age 0 to grade 5. This year’s theme is Bedtime Stories/Nursery Rhymes Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville.

Worship services are held each Saturday at 5:00 p.m. and Sundays at 9:00 & 10:45 a.m. in the new 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 online @ www. bethanywes.org.

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Trunk-or-Treat Are you ready to start celebrating Halloween?

The Sunday School at Good Shepherd UCC wants to invite you to an exciting night for Trunk-orTreat! The event will be held on Sunday, October 20 at 4 p.m. at 3940 Mountain Road Slatington. At 4 p.m., dress up in your Halloween costume and come "Trunk or Treat." Kids will dress up and trick-or-treat around the parking lot. Trunk-orTreat will be followed by a bonfire in the grove to roast hot dogs and marshmallows. Kids will love this fun and treat-filled safe Halloween activity!

Light in the Night Fall Carnival

On October 25, Living Hope Lighthouse is hosting a Light in the Night fall mini-carnival from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Palmerton Borough Park. This event will include many family-friendly activities including many carnival style games, crafts, face painting, prizes, and some other surprises along the way. There will also be refreshments such as popcorn, hot beverages, and lots and lots of candy.

Admission is free, but we will be collecting nonperishable food and personal care items for the Palmerton Food Pantry. The rain date for Living Hope Lighthouse’s Light in the Night is October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a safe, fun, and familyfriendly event that is open to the community, so come and join the fun!

Church Directory Schedules:

Please send your Church Directory 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.

KEY: W – Worship, SS – Sunday School, N – Nursery, HA – Handicapped Accessible

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

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

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

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

Bethany Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661 W - 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. SS 9 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Covenant United Methodist Church Klecknersville 610-837-7517 HA W - 8 & 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m.

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

Grace United Church of Christ Northampton W - 9:30 a.m.

Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-1526 W – 8:30 a.m., SS – 9:45 a.m.

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

Heidelberg UCC Irvin & Church Rd. Heidelberg, 610-767-4740 (HA) W – 11 a.m., SS – 9:45 a.m.

Emmanuel UCC Bowmanstown W - 9:30 (Sun.) W – 7 p.m. (Wed.)

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

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

Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA/N) W - 10:30 a.m., SS - 9:15 a.m.

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

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

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

Calvary Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-767-7447 W - 10 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-3365 W – 10 a.m., SS – 9 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Northampton Assembly of God Cherryville Rd. 610-262-5645 W - 10:15 a.m. & 6 p.m. SS 9:30 Parryville United Methodist Church 610-377-5538 W - 10:30 a.m., SS - 9:30 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632 W – 9 a.m., Prayer & Song 8:45 a.m.

Shepherd’s Chapel www.shepherdschapel.com Regional online fellowship St. John’s Episcopal Palmerton W - 8 and 10:30 a.m.

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

St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361

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St. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W – 10 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church Lehighton, 610-377-4303 W – Sun. 9 a.m. w/communion 1st & 3rd Sun., SS – 10:15 a.m.

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

Trinity UCC Coplay. 610-262-8933 (HA, N) W – 9:30 a.m., SS – 11 a.m. W – Thurs. 7 p.m.

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

Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (N) W 8 & 10:45 a.m., SS - 9:15 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

St. Paul’s UCC Northampton, 610-261-2910 W – 10:15 a.m., SS – 9 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Trinity EC Church Slatington, 610-760-2090 W – 10 a.m., Bible Study Wed 6:30

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

Walnutport 7th-Day Adventist 610-767-8939 W- 9:45 a.m., SS - 11:00 a.m.

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

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-6636 SS – 9 a.m., W - 10:30 a.m. (N) Zion UCC Lehighton, 610-377-1191 W - 8:15 a.m., SS - 9 a.m.

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

Zion Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-837-8469 W-10: 30 a.m., SS - 9:30 a.m.

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

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Coming Events: Fall Bazaar- Sat., Oct. 5, 9am-1pm

1st 25 Adults & 10 Children receive free goodie bag! Apple Dumplings, Chow-Chow, Crafts, Baked Goods, White Elephant, Kitchen will be open.

Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner-

Bethany Wesleyan Dedication

Sat., Oct. 19. Served country style between 3:30-6pm Adults $10.00, Children (5-12) $4.50 For Tickets, call 610-837-0680 by Oct. 6

Longaberger/Vera Bradley BingoSat., Nov. 2. Doors open 12 noon - Bingo

at 1:30 pm $20.00 in advance. Kitchen will be open. Call 610-767-3459 for tickets.

“Through These Hands”

Fabulous Fall Fest Craft Show Saturday, October 26 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM FEATURING:

Homemade Crafts / Home Shopping Vendors Baked Goods / Yummy Food / Prizes HELD AT: Bethany Wesleyan Church, 675 Blue Mountain Drive Cherryville, PA 18035 610.767.1239 www.bethanywes.org

All proceeds benefit “Through These Hands” Ministry

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Dedication held at Bethany

Wednesday, October 30 6:30 - 8:00pm Children ages 0 - 5th Grade Bethany Wesleyan Church 675 Blue Mountain Dr. Cherryville, PA 610 767-1239 - www.bethanywes.org

On Sunday, Sept. 15, a dedication service was held in the new Ministry Center of Bethany Wesleyan Church. It was exciting to see people from our four service venues meeting in one place at the same time! There were guests from the community, our denomination and the construction companies who worked on the building. It hardly seems possible that in May 2012, we had a groundbreaking service for this building and 13 months later we held our first service there.

As we dedicated this new facility to God, we were reminded of all the prayers and preparation by so many who have gone before us. What began as a small chapel circa 1950 has now grown to include a 1200-seat auditorium with state of the art AVL, basketball courts, volleyball courts, dining area, a cafĂŠ and chapel area. All of this is in line with our Mission Statement, which is to present Jesus Christ to people in a relevant way.

The celebration continued in the evening as many people returned to watch an incredible fireworks display! All in all, it was a great day to glorify God and thank Him for His goodness to Bethany.

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Bethany Wesleyan Dedication

Basketball & Cheerleading For Boys & Girls Grades Kindergarten - 8 PUBLIC INVITED 

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Upward Basketball and Cheerleading provides a positive sports experience for every child and makes the most of your family’s time and money.

Friendly sports environment where children have fun.

Trained coaches and referees that encourage your child.

Life lessons shared at each practice.

EARLY REGISTRATION COST is $60/child

BETHANY WESLEYAN CHURCH 675 BLUE MOUNTAIN DRIVE, CHERRYVILLE, PA 18035

Register online at www.bethanywes.org or call the church office at 610.767.1239 for details.

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Pet Page

Fuzzy

Dolly

Poodle [Mix] Size: Medium Age: Senior Sex: Female Dolly is a wonderful senior dog. She loves to be with you and lay next to you. She is very well mannered and housetrained too. Dolly was bit by a tick and now has tested positive for Ehrichlia. She has taken antibiotics but may still test positive but should be fine. Please open your heart and give this senior girl a forever home. Please call Furry Feet Rescue to make an appointment to meet Dolly, 610-7677096. Adoption fee is $100, which includes my microchip and current on vaccines.

More about Dolly Spayed/Neutered • Up-to-date with routine shots • House trained

Furry Feet Rescue Walnutport, 610-767-7096 furryfeetrescue@ yahoo.com

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Bichon Frise Size: Small Age: Adult Sex: Female Notes: Meet Fuzzy! She is a sweet seven-year-old Bichon Frise. This sweet girl was rescued from a puppy mill. She is great with dog and kids - a super quiet girl that rarely barks. She'd prefer a home that’s calm and likes to cuddle and relax her days away. Fuzzy has a stuffed toy that goes everywhere with her and she's quite protective of her little toy friend. She had a rough start to life and is missing most of her teeth. She's left that all behind and is looking forward to her next adventure.

Fuzzy needs a home that will be patient with her potty training - she will go outside but because of her puppy mill past, she does have accidents. Come meet the cutest little girl ever!

Adoptions are held every Saturday from 10-3 at the shelter (1049 Macarthur Road in Whitehall across the street from the old Lehigh Valley Dairy). For more information, please email us at pk.dogadoptions@gmail. com or call 610-597-2193.

More about Fuzzy Spayed/Neutered • Up-to-date with routine shots • Primary color: White or Cream

Peaceable Kingdom Whitehall, 610-432-2532 pklvshelter2@yahoo.com

Country Clippers Pet Grooming Professional All Breed Dog and Cat Grooming Contact Stacy Goldberg or Jennifer Frable

610-824-2626

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Nearly all attorneys and staff members of Steckel and Stopp are active members in 1, if not several charitable and/ community endeavors or projects. The firm itself has been providing legal representation to a wide variety of community based organizations on a discounted basis. The charities include religious organizations, service clubs, cultural, educational and health based institutions. What follows is a sampling of the community outreach of two Steckel and Stopp staff members, Veronica Mummey, Estates Paralegal and Sandra Maurer, Controller.

2013 Warrior Dash:

Steckel and Stopp Paralegal, Veronica Mummey participated in “Warrior Dash” at the Pocono Raceway on Saturday August 24, 2013. The 3.5 mile obstacle course series benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Veronica and her college friend Becky Fortuna conquered many obstacles including, scaling mud mounds, rope climbs, crawling under real barbed wire, scaling down a wall while water was hosed on them and jumping over lit charcoal piles. Veronica opted to be a St. Jude warrior and raised $495.00 to date (exceeding her fundraising goal of $300.00) She says that she was nervous at first but once she started the race she had a lot of fun. She is grateful her racing partner Becky cheered her on while her best friend Heather Roberts managed to cheer from the sidelines and take action shots of the final obstacles. Veronica would like to thank her family, friends and co-workers at Steckel and Stopp for all of their support as well as her sister, Ingrid Tunche and all of her co-workers at NSI in Rockville Maryland.

Without their generosity she couldn’t have met her fundraising goal. Veronica is already planning to participate in next year’s Warrior Dash!

Pantene Beautiful Lengths:

After growing out her hair for more than a year Veronica donated 8 inches of her hair to the Pantene Beautiful Lengths Program. This program donates real-hair wigs to women with cancer. Veronica was very excited to give the gift of hair and she hopes her donation brings as much joy to one woman as it has to her during this past year.

Mallory Bomboy Memorial Softball Tournament: Sandra Maurer, Controller of Steckel and Stopp has been with the firm for 37 ½ years. She is Secretary of the Mallory Bomboy Memorial Softball Tournament. Along with her husband Charles who is Founder and Director, they run the Tournament the last Saturday of April every year. This Tournament has over 90 area softball teams with approximately 1,200 girls and over 1,500 t-shirts. Money is raised to give to needy families, college scholarships and organizational financial awards. The Tournament has raised over $80,000.00 over the last 7 years. Mallory tragically died in a car accident and she played for our local softball team.

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Steckel and Stopp is a law firm that has been in continuous existence for more than 65 years.

Office locations are: Main Street Office, 1036 Main Street, Slatington PA 18080; Walnut Street Office, 125 S. Walnut Street, Suite 210, Slatington PA 18080; Schnecksville Office, 4331 Route 309, Schnecksville PA 18078; Northampton Office, 2152 Main Street, Northampton, PA 18067.

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Classifieds

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

EVENTS 1973 NHS 40th Class Reunion. Place: NORTHAMPTON COMMUNITY CENTER 1601 Laubach Ave. NORTHAMPTON, PA. DATE: NOV 30,2013 SAT. TIME: 5 PM Cocktails, Dinner: 6:30 to 7:30. $60.00 PER PERSON Checks Payable To: Northampton Class of 1973 If you do not get an invitation after 9/1/2013 please contact Nancy & Jeff Rice at 610-767-1051 or myself, Terry Ann Oswald/Roberts at 610-767-7138. Thanks Classmates & Friends of NHS 1973!

(10/3) Basket Social, Craft Fair and Bake Sale at Towamensing Elementry 7920 Interchange Road Lehighton, PA Saturday October 19th from 10-3. Theme Baskets, refreshments available and much more. For more info.

Call 570-657-0631 (10/17) Flea Market/Craft Fair - Sat. Oct. 5 9-2 Don Laine Campground 790 57 Dr. Palmerton Rain or shine Food available 610-381-3381 (10/3) Fall Craft Show and Basket Raffle - Benefiting American Cancer Society Relay for Life. October 12 from 12-6pm.

Lehighton Rec Center 243 S 8th St Lehighton. Contact e-mail akcg2010@gmail.com (10/3) Franklin Township Vol. Fire Co. #1 Flea Market – 2440 Dairyland Rd. Saturday, October 26th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Flea Market, Bake Sale, Chinese Auction, Refreshments. Table Rental $10 each. Call 610-3775735 (10/17)

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EFFECTIVE 11-1-12 $10-first 30 words; $15-31-50 words; $20 - 51-70 words; $25-71-90 words; $30-91-110 words; $35-111 – 130 words.

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Scrapbook Getaway, November 15-17, 2013. Woodlands Inn, Wilkes Barre, PA. Crop from Friday to Sunday. Contact Victoria Frystack at victoriafrystack@hotmail.com or 484-5059622 for more details. (10/3) Sunday in the Park – Relay for Life of Palmerton and Surrounding Communities. Craft Show, Yard Sale, and Vendors.

Sunday, October 13th, Palmerton Borough Park, 8 a.m. to 3p.m.. Rent a 10ft space for $20 or two spots for $30. Bring your own table, chairs, and tents (no refunds, set up is 7 a.m.). FMI Call Laura at 610-824-2887 or e-mail pigtails27@gmail.com.

Checks can be made out to: The American Cancer Society.

(10/3) Tai Chi Classes to Begin – 10/3, 7 – 8 p.m. SUM Church in Slatedale. 8wks. Tai Chi is the foremost technique for improving health and a proven exercise for better balance among seniors. Call 484-225-9997 All Ages Welcome! (10/3) Taj Mahal Oktoberfest, October 27th w/Pastorius Home Asso. $40 includes: Charter Bus, Gratuity, Fest Entrance Fee, and casino vouchers. Indulge in scrumptious, traditional, ethnic German/Austrian, cuisine: Beer and Wine too!

“Top Shelf” entertainers and groups, including several direct from Europe. Sing, dance, and show off your ethnic attire!

Want to shop? Vendors (including Ernst Licht) will be on hand with CDs, DVDs, Steins, tracten, culinary delights and gifts of all sorts. Departing from Neffs, PA at 8:45 a.m. (w/ a secondary pick up at 309 &

22) FMI: Don – 610-767-1822 or Bernice – 610-767-6981 (10/3)

FOR SALE

1978 Single Trailer in Glencrest, wooded lot, 2BR, oil hot air/CA/heat pump, covered patio, shed, all appliances inc w/d, new HWH. Park lot inc W/S/G/Basic cable/snow removal. Asking $12,000. Call 610-657-3777 (10/3) 2007 Yamaha Clavinova CVP 301 Piano w/ Bench - Perfect condition. Moving must sell.$7,500.00 new, asking $3,500.00. Perfect condition.

Please call 610-767-9880 (10/17) One 275 gal. Oil Tank - $100 Indoor tank Great condition Call Jerry Phillips 610-767-8750 (10/3) Vintage doll estate sale Over 400 dolls Giant dollhouse, fully furnished Start your own store! 610-826-7949 loveys@ptd.net 3 Tall Display Cabinets – Black Lacquer w/ Gold Trim. 2 cabinets measure (75” H x 28” W x 17 1/2” D) 1 cabinet measures (75”H x 20 1/2”W x 17 1/2”D). All 3 have a backlit top enclosure w/ 2 Glass Doors, Large Open Middle Area, adjustable shelf, and enclosed bottom w/ 2 solid doors. All are in EXCELLENT condition. Asking $475 for all 3 O.B.O. Call Ron @ 610-390-2926 (10/3) 2000 Honda Accord, 180,000 miles, Good to very good condition, Peeling paint, Mechanically sound.$1,900 Call 610-8377649 (10/3)

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Building Demolition, Recycling and Disposal. Specializing in old houses, barns, garages and additions. PA096869.

484-661-9358. B.R. LCC (12/19) Deer Apples for Sale - $6/ bushel for feeding deer and wildlife. Call 610-737-0426 (10/3) Mixed Hay - Small Bales and Straw for Sale – Call for details.

610-767-8371 (10/17) Heisler's Battery Outlet: We carry all kinds of batteries including electronic and toys. New and factory blems.

All standard auto batteries $49.95. Chainsaws and mower blades sharpened, new chains by the foot. 3248 Love Road, Northampton. Call for pricing 610-262-8703 (12/19) Rough Cut Firewood – for outside wood boilers, mix of hardwood and pine. Free Local Delivery. Call 610-7677119(10/17)

HELP WANTED

AVON - Interested in buying/ selling Avon? Buy products at demo prices. Tax Deductions Available. Visit my website: www.youravon.com/lsymons or call Lucia 610-767-0896 (1/14) Lehigh Township Recreation Board Opening -The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors are looking for Lehigh Township residents who are interested in serving on the Recreation Board which meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Please send a letter of interest by October 4, 2013, to Lehigh Township, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088.

Anyone with questions, please call 610-767-6771. (10/3) Looking for someone to clean in my home, dusting Vacuuming Etc. I am located in Walnutport. Please call me at 610-767-5718. (10/3) Maxim Healthcare Services -Homecare opportunities available RNs, LPNs, and CNAs needed Pediatric and Adult

cases Free Ventilator In-Service monthly by an RT Call 610-7403800! (10/17) Pianist/keyboardist needed for Covenant UMC Klecknersville. Email resume and salary requirement to cumcsprc@ outlook.com.or call 610-8377517 (10/3) Residential Cleaners Needed! Must have 1 yr experience and a valid driver's license.

Must be able to work Tues-Fri and occasional Mondays. Must report to office in Schnecksville by 7:30am. Call 610-799-2473 or send Resume to Cleanups@ptd. net (10/3)

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT Apartment -2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $735 no dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo) 610-759-0169 (10/17) Apartment Slatington – New 2 Bedroom, NO pets, W/S/G Included. $550+ utilities, security required. 610-390-8691 (1/31/14) Egyptian Sands Motel Room For Rent – Private bath, maid service, all utilities included, clean, quiet, safe. $175/week or $575/month. Call 610-262-8050.

(10/3) Fine Lodging, Slatington.

Clean, Safe, Quiet, Nicely furnished rms., $90-$125/week.

Private and shared bathrooms.

Color TV and cable incl. HBO. Upcharge for A/C and onpremise parking. Internet avail. Furnished effic. & apts. $135-$150/week. Smoking on porches only, no pets. Shown by appointment only. Resident Manager. Call 610-760-0700.

(10/17) North Whitehall Twsp. - 14 x 70 mobile home, 2 b.r., W & D hook up, lawn care included, private lot in nice area, non smoking, no pets, sec. & lease req. $725/mo. Call 610-799-3293 (10/3) Room for Rent – Walnutport, furnished, utilities inc. Use

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of deck and grill, convenient parking. Clean & Quiet. Call 610-767-5864, after 10 a.m. Appt. only. (10/3) TOWNHOUSE: 2 BR Victory Estates, Slatington, w/w carpeting, stove, dishwasher, A/C, $800 no dogs/ferrets (cats $25 extra/mo) 610-759-0169 (10/17)

SERVICES AVAILABLE

Abzolute Enterprizez – Chimney Relining Specialists! - Cleanings, caps, waterproofing, repointing, new builds, stoves, etc… Small ad=savings! Fast, Friendly, Fair!

Call the Chimney Doc today!

Est. 1994 570-325-5727 (10/3) All Types of unwanted Metal Wanted Household Appliances, Air Conditioners, Car Parts, Lawn Tractors, ATV, Motorcycles, Mobile homes, furnaces, metal buildings, structures, equipment. Residential, Commercial No Job too big. Cell (610) 751-9251 Jerry Anytime.

(10/3) Building demolition, recycling and disposal. Specializing in old houses, barns, garages and additions. PA096869.

484-661-9358. B.R. LCC (12/19) C&T Productions are your local professional event videographers. Recording birthdays, bar mitzvahs and weddings, C&T productions will capture your special moment so you can live it again and again. Very reasonable pricing! E-mail us at info@ candtproductions.com or call us at 484-788-2287.

Chimneys – Repointing, Rebuild, Repairs. No Job too Small! Call Pete at 610-574-9771 Fully Licensed and Insured (11/7) Classifieds Work! – Place your classified ad for as little as $10 an issue. Place your ad online at www.townandcountrygazette.com.

Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Saw Chain, Mower Blades, Scissors, Knives, Clipper Blades, Carbide Tip Saws,

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and much more. 4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington, 610-767-9164.

(12/19) DONATE YOUR CAR FAST FREE TOWING 24 hr. Response - Tax Deduction UNITED BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION Providing Free Mammograms & Breast Cancer Info 855-280-1716 (12/31) GET FREE OF CREDIT CARD DEBT NOW! Cut payments by up to half. Stop creditors from calling. 855-2794648 (12/31) Guaranteed Income For Your Retirement Avoid market risk & get guaranteed income in retirement! CALL for FREE copy of our SAFE MONEY GUIDE Plus Annuity Quotes from ARated companies! 800-604-2219 (12/31) Have Payday Loan$? Want to GET RID of Payday Loan$? Get Payday companies out of your pocket now! Call Now! No obligation. 1-800-992-3167. (12/31) John, Christine & Son’s Home Improvement Contracting Roofing, Siding, Slate Repair, Kitchens, Baths, Painting, Decks, Electrical, Basements, Garages, Pumping, Heating Systems Installed Cleaned and Serviced, Additions. Licensed & Insured. SLATINGTON BASED #PA043997.

908-319-9991 (10/3)

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Medical Guardian - Toprated medical alarm and 24/7 medical alert monitoring. For a limited time, get free equipment, no activation fees, no commitment, a 2nd waterproof alert button for free and more only $29.95 per month. 855-2799556 (12/31) My Computer Works Computer problems? Viruses, spyware, email, printer issues, bad internet connections - FIX IT NOW! Professional, U.S.-based technicians. $25 off service. Call for immediate help. 1-855-2787504 (12/31) 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, Chainsaws, etc. Call 610-7675171. (12/13) Trees by Dave & Son Take downs, round overs, lot clearing, stump grinding, aerial lift equipped. Over 20 years experience. Fully Insured, FREE estimates. 610-826-7487 Emergency Service 24-HRS. Call Dave’s Cell 570-657-1063. (12/13)

WANTED

Lot & Field Brush Hog Mowing available – Call 484239-4166 (10/17)

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Touch of Dutch 8 Oktower 1953 Die Woch schreib ich abaddich zu de yunge Bauere, wo ihre Arwet ab schaffe mit grosse bauere Maschieneri. Ich will’ne saage vun der Gschpass, as sie verfehlt, wo ihre Voreldre ghatt hen, wo alles gschafft hen vun Hand.

Wann der Froscht iss uff der Karebs un es Welschkann is gschockt, dann iss es fer schur widder Schpotyaahr. Was iss es doch Gschpass, wu baut zwansich Nochbere zammerkumme maryets im’me Feld voll Welschkannschack. Paar Mannsleit gehne vanneher un reise die Schack um un no geht’s ab an’s Race baschde. Nau halt mol, net so viel Bascht draalosse. Sell geht net!

Wer findt der erscht rot Kolwe? Waer en roder Kolwe findt muss seim Partner en Buss gewwe.

Nau schmeist die Kolwe schee uff en Haufe, un net iwwerall im Feld rum. Iwwerdem kumme schunt Paar vun de Mannsleit mit de Geil un Wagge fer die Heife Welschkann in der Buschelkareb schmeise, uff der Wagge schidde, un heemfaahre ins Welschkannheisel. Die Darrbendel sin gegnippt warre in der Kich der anner Owet. Nau kumme paar Mannsleit hinnenoh un duhne es gebaschde

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[These instructions were given because the older boys and girls would pair up for the husking and as you can imagine, they were preoccupied with more than the immediate task at hand!] Pretty soon already some men show up with the horses and wagon, load the piles of corn in a bushel basket, dump it in the wagon and drive it back to the corn crib. The tarred twine was knotted some night before in the kitchen. [The tarring made the twine stronger so it could last longer out in the elements, and was it also knotted for the same reason?] Now some more men follow in the field and tie the corn fodder in a sheave with the tarred twine and stand it up in a large shock.

Stories were told that time and there was a lot of teasing and laughing that whole day. “John give me your pocket knife once,” says Emma, “I want to eat one of these large turnips here in the corn field.” [That humor is lost on me.] “Oh, now Lizzie found a red ear. My goodness, now she must give Jake a kiss.”

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Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Company will present a program and you are invited to attend.

Come to hear their presentation and learn about their role in the community. Following the program, there will be light refreshments.

Also explore St. Paul's Schoolhouse on October 13. The historic schoolhouse will be open to the public from 2 to 4 p.m. It is one of the few area schoolhouses remaining in good condition. The schoolhouse, built in 1865, was restored by the historical society and is furnished with items from the local one and two-room schoolhouses in the area. St. Paul's Schoolhouse was the place where local children were educated until 1951 when it was closed.

The last LT Historical Centre Open House for the 2013 season will be held on Sunday, October 27, from 1 to 4 p.m. Take this opportunity to visit the historical centre and meet the volunteers. The historical centre will be open in December for anyone interested in unique items for gift-giving.

Watch for the special date.

The monthly meeting in October will be held on October 14, at 7 p.m., in the new addition of the historical centre in Pennsville. You are welcome to attend.

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Do You Remember Preston O. Hess?

By Beverly Putt

Preston Oscar Hess was born on December 6, 1880. He was born at home in Seemsville.

Preston's father, Frank, his grandfather and great grandfather were all farmers in the same general area of Seemsville. He attended a schoolhouse near his home in Seemsville up to fifth grade. He was confirmed by Pastor J. E. Smith on November 28, 1896, in the Immanuel Reformed Church in Moore Township. He married Anne "Annie" Balliet on September 26, 1903, in the Salem Church at Moorestown, PA, by Pastor J. E. Smith. They had two children: Warren and Ray. Before settling in at Cherryville as the postmaster and manager of the P. O. Hess General Store, Preston had several jobs. In 1898, he worked at the Seemsville General Store and wanted to join the army at that time but had to finish working on the farm because it was the busy season of spring planting and seeding. When he was a young man, he worked as a telegrapher in Boston, Massachusetts for about a year and also sold books door to door. When he sold the books, if a certain number was sold, a free railroad trip was offered to Buffalo to see where McKinley was assassinated. (President William McKinley, 25th president of the United States, was shot and

fatally wounded on September 6, 1901, inside the Temple of Music on the grounds of the PanAmerican Exposition at Buffalo, New York, and died on September 14, 1901.) He sold the quota and did get to go to Buffalo that year.

According to a certificate with the official seal from the Postmaster General of the United States of America, Preston O. Hess was commissioned as Postmaster on the 26th day of August, 1909.

In those days, he was a fourth class postmaster, which meant that you did not get a regular salary but you received profits from the business. He was postmaster, as well as a storekeeper, for 40 years.

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His grandson, Bob Hess, said, "He was a gregarious person. He could talk to anybody."

When Bob was young, he would visit his grandparents for 5 to 7 days at a time and help in the store. He said he always enjoyed coming to the store. There was delivery service and he remembered riding along with George Jacoby, an employee of his grandfather, to make Hess store deliveries to the local farmers in a little green Chevy panel truck with P. O. Hess - General Merchandise - Cherryville, Pa. written on the truck.

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running the store. Most days, his day would start at 6 a.m. and end about 7 or 8 p.m., Monday to Saturday. His wife, Annie, sewed and quilted.

On Sundays, he and his wife would sometimes take a drive. His grandson, Bob, remembered going with his grandparents on December 7, 1941, in a black four-door Buick which Preston bought on December 6, and while riding, listened to the radio and heard about the Japanese bombing the American naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. It was the first car he had with a radio in it. They attended some Hess Reunions at Indian Trail Park and they both spoke Dutch.

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the left of the post office. There was a bedroom on the second floor corner. Their home and store kind of intermingled and overlapped. When Preston retired in 1949, they moved across the street to the little white house next to the Lehigh Township Fire Company. He and his wife attended the church in Indianland when they lived in Cherryville.

After Preston retired, he would still watch the activities at the store. He was a very active person and would clean the basement each week. He drove until he was 85 years old and then one day, he took his driver's license and wrote a letter to the Department of Transportation in Harrisburg to tell them that he was returning his driver's license and giving up driving because his wife wouldn't tell him what color the stoplight was. He received a reply from the department thanking him for being conscientious.

Preston passed away in 1975 and is buried in the Union Cemetery in Slatington, along with many of his family members. His wife, Annie, passed away in 1978.

As you can see, Preston Oscar Hess led an interesting life and wore many different hats in his lifetime and he seemed to be capable of doing all of the work involved. His name has long been remembered and will continue to be remembered in Lehigh Township.

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Indianland Garden Club

The next regular monthly meeting of the Indianland Garden Club will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Hope Lutheran Church, Cherryville, at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. This will be a workshop to make a "Kissing Ball Holiday Ornament" with Donna Baylor, Penn State Master Gardener conducting the workshop. Members are reminded to bring an onion bag, floral tape, wire cutters, and plant material to share (boxwood, ivy, yew). Following the project, there will be light refreshments and a brief business meeting. A reminder to members that there will be election of 2014 officers.

The tournament for October consists of: Specimens - chrysanthemum (white, yellow, pink

or red, orange or rust, or any other color), dahlia, aster, herb, berried shrub (pyracantha, holly or any other), sedum, evergreen, vines, collection of six different leaves (labeled on display), grass and any other blooming specimen.

Houseplants include a dish garden, fern, ivy, begonia, geranium or any other.

Arrangements - Mums the Word - mass design using chrysanthemums; Bats in the Belfry symmetrical triangle, using flowers in black container; and Falling Leaves - your own interpretation.

The trip to Longwood Gardens on December 14 with a Perkiomen bus will leave the Hope Lutheran Church parking lot at 11 a.m. and return approximately 9 p.m. If interested, reserve a seat by calling 610-767-6253 and get details.

Visitors are welcome at the garden club meetings. For more information, please call 610767-8420.

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Cadets of Civil Air Patrol September is National Preparedness month and Cadets of the Civil Air Patrol, Whitehall Squadron 805, were sure to be ready in case they were called to assist their community in case of any disaster.

They attended Community Emergency Response Training to get extra knowledge and to hone their skills in case they are needed to assist. They also set up an information tent at the Upper Macungie Preparedness Expo to exchange ideas and provide information about survival and search and rescue techniques. But what makes this group different

from any other participating at this event is that the Cadets of the Civil Air Patrol are young adults between the ages of 12 and 18. These young men and women dedicated their time to learn search and rescue and emergency response techniques to help their local community.

The mission to support local community is deeply embedded in the rich history of the Civil Air Patrol which is built on the spirit of volunteerism. Civil Air Patrol was founded in December 1941, one week before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, by more than 150,000

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The Civil Air Patrol is immensely proud of its history, and it continues to make history. For instance, did you know that: • CAP flew reconnaissance flights in support of the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City?

• CAP participated in the 2003 Space Shuttle Columbia recovery effort?

• CAP has been part of the response to dozens of major natural disasters over the past decades, for instance: Civil Air Patrol was among the first organizations called out after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. CAP received special permission to fly critical cargos and passengers before the sun even set that fateful day. Crews from Northeast Region flew around the country to ship emergency cargoes of data sensors, cameras,

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passengers and blood products to New York City.

CAP planes also provided damage assessment flights so that officials could begin to assess the enormous damage. CAP members also helped man Emergency Operations Centers nation-wide and provided stand-by support in the event of another attack.

Hurricane Sandy attacked the most densely populated area of the United States in a rare autumn event. Hundreds of CAP’s members from 21 wings, many of whom were suffering from the devastation themselves, contributed thousands of hours. CAP flew over 1,400 hours, conducted damage assessment by providing over 158,000 geotagged images for FEMA, state and local agencies, provided communications support, flew special cargos and passengers, and manned support facilities for weeks after the storm pounded the northeast corridor, and emergency services.

Currently the Civil Air Patrol has more than 60000 members nationwide and operating a fleet of 550 aircraft. CAP, in its Air Force auxiliary role, performs 90 percent of continental U.S. inland search and rescue missions as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center and is credited by the AFRCC with saving an average of 80 lives annually. Its unpaid professionals also perform homeland security, disaster relief and drug interdiction missions at the request of federal, state and local agencies. The members play a leading role in aerospace education and serve as mentors to nearly 26,000 young people currently participating in the CAP cadet programs. CAP received the World Peace Prize in 2011 and has been performing missions for America for 71 years.

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