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Archery Addictions’ New Lehighton Home By Christopher Holland The Current Contributing Writer
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fter nearly nine years of operations in Walnutport, Lehigh County, Archery Addictions LTD found a new home this year in Carbon County. AT Gillespie, 50, relocated his business to 400 Interchange Road, Route 209 in Lehighton in July to make the attraction center more convenient for customers that come from out of state. The new location is situated next to the Mahoning Valley exit of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-476, in Franklin Township. AT started his archery career at the age of 14 and began competing just two years later. He continued to work on bows throughout his life until 2010 when he decided to make archery his career. His passion for hunting and fishing started with his father at the age of 12 and continued to grow ever since.
Archery Addictions LTD is a full-service pro shop, which includes 13 lanes in the indoor 20 yard range. “We’re working on adding a 30 yard range right now,” said Tina Madden, an employee of Archery Addictions. The store offers full sales and service on bows, compound, recurve and crossbows, and AT also makes custom bow strings. Archery Addictions has fully licensed instructors and offers lessons to all levels and ages. It offers Junior Olympic Archery Development classes for basic and advanced archers, with classes meeting weekly. But Archery Addictions isn’t limited to archery equipment. The store also sells kayaks, fishing gear, fishing and hunting licenses, with its newest endeavor being gun sales. “We are now a Federal Firearms Licensed Gun Shop,” Madden said. “We buy, sell, trade and do gun Continued on page 11
Jim Thorpe Hosts Customer Appreciation Day November 8 By Christopher Holland The Current Contributing Writer
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Pictured from left are Ryan Gillespie, Sam Valick, AT Gillespie, Tina Madden and Shane Valick
he Jim Thorpe Historic District wants to thank the town’s locals, and visitors from near and far by hosting a customer appreciation day. Held on Friday, Nov. 8, many businesses in the historic downtown are offering major discounts in an effort to thank their customers for their support throughout the year. More than two dozen businesses will be participating, with hours ranging between 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. “Tom Lux at the Mauch Chunk 5 & 10 has spearheaded this annual event for many years,” said Lisa Gaugler, owner of the Dreisbach House in Jim Thorpe. “It’s a time that shop owners in town can show their appreciation to our local customers and all customers with a special discount right before the holidays,” Gaugler said. She said it will give people a chance to do their shopping locally with a discount and get some really good deals, while supporting the small business community in Jim Thorpe. A full list of participating stores, with hours and the discounts they are offering is continued on page 3.
A Look at the Mansion House in Summit Hill
Cost-Friendly, Fine-Dining Experience By Christopher Holland The Current Contributing Writer
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ating back to more than a century ago in 1902, The Mansion House on Ludlow Street in Summit Hill traces its roots to brewing whiskey, manufacturing beer and bottling services. Today, it’s a state-of-the-art restaurant offering a panoply of cuisines and beverages to suit everyone’s taste. Rich in history, the building saw its way through the years with multiple owners and different business ventures. The restaurant opened in 1980 and ran for two decades until closing in 2008. There it sat, lonely and patiently waiting to tell stories of old. After a short while, the Fludgate family purchased the building and restored it to its original condition. “Please join us while we write the next chapter of this century old story,” said Patrick Cleary, general manager of The Mansion House. In the buildings formative years it was a staple in the community for whiskey and beer manufacturing. However, during the Prohibition era it was rumored that the basement was used as a speakeasy which had the “finest beer and whiskey available.” Following Prohibition, the property served as a furniture store until 1960. Today, The Mansion House and its staff provide dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 4-9 p.m. with a menu pleasing to everyone. For early dinners, it serves and early bird menu Tuesday through Friday priced at $9.99. On “Taco Tuesdays,” you can enjoy two plates of three tacos with a choice of a pitcher of beer or soda, or two margaritas or two sangrias.
On “Wing Wednesday,” customers can enjoy a choice of incredible flavors for only $5. One of The Mansion House’s most popular nights is Thursday, when it offers “Burger Night” with dinner for two at $19, including a fantastic fresh hand-made cheeseburger on a brioche bun with fries and a garlic pickle. This deal also includes Continued on page 14