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CREATIVE DIRECTOR Scott Westgate

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GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Chelsea Gassert Melissa Lascala Mounir Mulhem

PHOTOGRAPHER Ryan Hulvat

ACCOUNT MANAGERS Amanda Liddick Stephen Mussoline Beth Pritch

The holidays is a fitting time for reflection – to cherish familiar relationships and to celebrate new ones, to come back to a childhood home or to create a new version of "home" for upcoming generations, and to appreciate the highlights and learn from the challenges of the previous year.

But above all, it's a time to keep those close to you even closer by spending time together and by giving gifts. For the latter, we're here to provide some inspiration. Warner Art Glass (page 20) has an eclectic mix of locally-made glassblown gifts – from original ornaments to festive figurines to classic candy canes. Also be sure to consider a glassblowing gift card if "gift experiences" is your style of spreading joy this year.

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It's also a time to look inward and set new resolutions pertinent to your health.

If you don't think you have time to keep on top of your wellness, consider the Lehigh Valley Health Network Executive Health Program (page 24), a comprehensive medical program geared toward health-conscious yet very busy individuals. And for dental care, Dr. Fayez Baki at Keystone Dentistry (page 36) is a familiar face in the Valley, but his newly renovated Bethlehem practice is a wonderfully unfamiliar take on what a dentist office can and should be.

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Additionally, find warmth with Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC (page 10), find nourishment at McCoole's at the Red Lion Inn (page 46), and find joy in the science of breadmaking (page 30).

Lenora Dannelke Stephanie Eckelkamp Frederick Jerant Hannah Ropp Mary Beth Schwartz Kathryn M. Van Druff

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As a time for gratitude, a heartfelt "thank you" goes out to all of the advertisers, readers, and staff who support Marketplace every issue. Specific thanks to Melissa Lascala for designing every page with precision and pride, Ryan Hulvat for giving it heart through photography, and Lenora Dannelke and our team of writers for ministering meaning.

Happy holidays to you all.

contents DECEMBER 2021

DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

10 PRIDE OF PLACE Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC

24 Y our Time is Valuable, Your Health is Priceless

16 B ECAUSE YOU LIVE HERE The Christmas City

30 Cooking 101: Baking Bread

20 HOT TICKET Warner Art Glass

36 C reating Smiles in a Stress-Free Zone 42 The Star of Bethlehem

28 BEST I EVER HAD Lobster Roll 46 GOOD TASTE McCoole's at the Red Lion Inn 52 LOCAL COLOR A Very Vintage Christmas 58 DINING GUIDE 62 SNAPSHOT

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HOW TO HAVE YOURSELF A VERY VINTAGE CHRISTMAS

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Saucon Streamside offers the ideal location and setting to build the home of your dreams on 2 parcels totaling 10.55 acres. Set on a quiet road in Lower Saucon and Williams Townships, the property features a blend of woods and clearings. $345,000

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ack in 1947, you could buy gas for around 15 cents a gallon. It was the year that Goodrich manufactured the first tubeless tire. Over at Bell Laboratories scientists discovered the transistor. Here in the Lehigh Valley, a hardworking family started

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a local home heating oil and comfort service company. Over 70 years later, Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC continues to be committed to its customers and gets the job done right the first time.

“There is a reason that we have stood the test of time. With a handful of other heating oil and home service companies in the area, our customers have always been left satisfied with the knowledge that they can trust their family’s safety and comfort to the professionals at Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC,” says President Jim Apgar.

Now celebrating three generations, Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC has found a way to adapt to the changing times of the energy market. Ten years ago, the company started offering clean green renewable energy. Bioheat, according to Jim Apgar, is an alternative to traditional fuels. “It is made here in the United States. It

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is made from biodiesel blended in fatty acids that are found in soybeans. It is then blended with heating oil. Bioheat reduces emissions, improves air quality, burns cleaner, and increases heating system efficiency. It’s a winwin for the customer.”

To stay on top, Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC always keeps pace with what is going on in the industry. They have several affiliations involved with the heating oil industry, including the Better Home Heat Council of the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania Petroleum Association (PPA), and National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA). Apgar’s technicians and servicemen are certified by the PPA and the Better Home Heat Council of the Lehigh Valley. “Education is an investment. Many of our staff have even achieved the Gold Certification from NORA,” Apgar says.

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pride of place Along with trained staff, Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC invests in the latest equipment. “We are always about upgrading equipment. It could be purchasing new trucks or upgrading analyzers and combustion efficiency equipment. We also encourage our customers to upgrade their equipment. Throughout the year we offer energy efficiency equipment rebates through the Upgrade & Save Pennsylvania Rebate Program.” According to Apgar, they also are proactive in oil tank replacements through The TankSure Program. “This is smart not only for the industry and consumer but the environment.”

CUSTOMERS TRULY APPRECIATE APGAR OIL ENERGY & HVAC’S commitment to service.

Speaking of the environment, how about better air and water quality? Apgar says customers are increasingly purchasing products to improve their indoor air quality. They want whole house HEPA air filtration systems to tackle undesirables like mold, bacteria, pet dander, dust, and pollen. Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC also offers water conditioning systems.

Another area of interest to customers is the ductless mini split system. “This new heating and air conditioning alternative is becoming more and more popular in the United States.

Instead of spending thousands on ductwork installation to put in a central air conditioning unit or a heat pump system, the point-of-use mini split requires no ducting. “You can use it in a great room downstairs, or a master bedroom upstairs. The mini split has lots of flexibility,” Apgar adds.

Customers truly appreciate Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC’s commitment to service. On the company’s website, www.apgaroil.com, you can place an order for home heating oil or request service. There also is a button to enroll in automatic delivery. Monthly heating oil price protection programs are another perk for customers. For additional peace of mind, Apgar Oil Energy & HVAC has service plans, including maintenance and tune-ups.

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HAPPINESS

The public is welcome to visit Apgar’s showroom, or as Jim Apgar calls it, “our little mini museum.” It teaches visitors the technology behind heating oil. “Technology has come a long way for furnaces and boilers.

With more efficient heating systems, you can reach efficiencies upwards of 95 percent. In the last four decades, there has been a 33 percent decrease in greenhouse gases from the burning of fossil fuels,” Apgar says. The showroom is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm. Weekends and evenings are available by appointment.

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because you live here

The Christmas City

BY KATHRYN M. VAN DRUFF

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ith festivities abuzz and lights aglow, it’s fitting for Bethlehem to be known around the world as Christmas City. The earliest inspiration for this moniker came in 1741 when Count Nicolaus Ludwig von Zinzendorf and a group of Moravian missionaries settled along Monocacy Creek, naming the area Bethlehem on Christmas Eve that same year.

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because you live here

In 1937, the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce saw the beauty in the city’s history and sought to make Bethlehem known across the nation as

“Christmas City USA.”

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O LITTLE TOWN OF BETHLEHEM In 1937, the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce saw the beauty in the city’s history and sought to make Bethlehem known across the nation as “Christmas City USA.” The chamber’s campaign urged 2,500 other chambers nationwide to support the effort and share the news. Most notably, the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce encouraged people to send their holiday cards through Bethlehem to receive the

Christmas City postage cancellation. An overwhelming response saw 185,000 cards, letters, and pieces of mail arriving at the Bethlehem Post Office that year. The Christmas City postage cancellation stamp has featured either the Moravian star or the Three Wise Men.

CHRISTMAS CITY STAR

For 82 years, the Star of Bethlehem on South Mountain has brightened the nights in Christmas City. Beautifully visible from many areas in Bethlehem at night, the star has been around as long as anyone remembers, without a clearly documented origin or anniversary. The star shines over the city with north and southfacing visibility and can be glimpsed further than 20 miles away.

The Star of Bethlehem structure stands 91 feet high and 40 feet wide, boasting an impressive five-point star accentuated by eight gleaming rays. Originally, Bethlehem’s star turned on only during the Christmas season. Today, the Christmas City star relies on hundreds of 7-watt LED lights to illuminate Bethlehem’s night sky all year long. (See page 42 for a more in-depth look at this bright structure!)

IT'S TACO TIME.

O CHRISTMAS TREE Anyone who’s been through the Christmas City during the holidays knows that the lights and decorations are no joke. City workers begin decorating early, decking the light posts with pre-lit Christmas trees even before Halloween.

More than 800 trees spread joy throughout the city. This lovely tradition dates back about 50 years with the city working in tandem with Bethlehem’s Citizens Christmas City Committee of the Chamber of Commerce.

Bethlehem’s Community Tree Lighting Ceremony at Payrow Plaza (10 East Church St, Bethlehem) occured November 19. Amid a mood set by carols, this warm and festive tradition serves as the kickoff to the holiday season in the Christmas City, featuring a visit from Santa himself with offerings of hot chocolate and sweet treats.

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hot ticket

Warner Art Glass

BY LENORA DANNELKE

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he cool, smooth surfaces of hand-blown art glass curve and swoop like fluid moments frozen in time and space.

Viewed in the hushed serenity of a chic gallery, these delicate pieces may seem remote and aloof. However, the dynamic atmosphere of Warner Art Glass welcomes tactile interaction and creates an immersive experience.

Displays of eclectic glass giftware such as bowls, sculptures, andnd pitchers – made primarily on premises – spread throughout the sprawling light-filled space where hobbyists and professionals also shop for supplies and visitors can observe artists in action– or even engage in a variety of learning opportunities.

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Decanter set $175

Vase $90

Icicle ornaments $25 $10/small

Snowman $150

Santa hat $50

Christmas tree $40

Candy canes $14.99 each

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Warner Art Glass CEO Angelo Grello notes that the popular Netflix series Blown Away, a competition among skilled glassblowers – referred to in the industry as gaffers – offers exposure to this ancient art form to new audiences, making their hands-on Hot Glass Encounter a true “hot ticket.”

These events can also be booked as a team-building exercise or party for a range of ages and celebrations – with groups bringing food and beverages – and the windowed hot glass studio allows people to watch

the process of clear glass being heated to a hotter-than-lava 2125°F before color is added, followed by shaping and molding.

Cost-free learning options include classes in Glass Cutting, a recommended preliminary to a Foil & Solder class, and such informative seminars as Intro to Mosaics, or Leaded Glass Panels for those interested in learning to create stained glass panels. Exquisite and highly diverse examples on exhibit are both inspirational and aspirational to budding glass workers. (Other than glassblowing, most other forms can be tackled mainly at home.) Company founder and owner Charles Warner provides these free sessions in hopes of sparking a creative passion for the art form that has been a driving force in his life for more than four decades. And Grello reports that “customers become lifers here,” adding that some people he taught forty years ago are instructors now. “It’s sort of a pay-it-forward thing,” he notes.

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LOVING TRIBUTES Although coming to terms with the loss of a family member or beloved pet is challenging, colorfully swirled art glass memorials can serve as a beautifully timeless testimonial to your loved one.

Choose among different sizes and shapes, such as hearts, orbs, worry stones and more, with special add-ons that include a pet tag hook or small hole through which a pet collar can be looped, or becoming actively involved in the memorial creation by working with a professional glass artist.

“It offers a different kind of closure,” Grello explains. “What’s unique about this is that you’re taking a minute amount of ashes and you’re memorializing them in a piece of art, and it’s out in the open – a reminder every day that that pet was in your life, and the same thing with people.” He observes that when family members or friends gather to take part in this process, the atmosphere is usually somber. “People are in the dumps. But in about 15 minutes the smiles come out as they start to realize this can be a reopening in their lives. It’s not for everybody, but people who do do it walk away elated with what they have.”

Although there is a fee, an introductory Fused Trivet Workshop enables participants to go start-to-finish in designing and crafting a kiln-fired 10-inch fused glass trivet. In addition, a seasonal Holiday Ornament Workshop still has a few slots available for those looking to shape Christmas adornments sure to become treasured family keepsakes.

While there may not be time to explore your inner gaffer during this busy season, plenty of handcrafted ornaments are stocked, and custom designs may be ordered. A wide and highly appealing assortment of imported, handmade figurines – extremely modest in size and price – are purchased in readyto-wrap boxes. Some come adorned with

Swarovski crystals, others with 24-karat gold leaf, but all will elicit smiles when pulled from a Christmas stocking.

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Ashes in the memorial pieces can be seen and identified in the white swirls that mix with the chosen colors of glass. The urn or sealed bag from the cremator, which is resealed when the ashes needed have been removed, are treated with utmost dignity and respect. “We have a strict criteria on how that’s done, whether a person or a pet,” Grello says.

This inclusive endeavor can be tremendously uplifting to all those involved in the experience. And the crystalline remembrance object will serve as a comforting reminder that your loved one is “forever by your side.”

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YOUR TIME IS

valuable, YOUR HEALTH IS

priceless Busy professional was able to take care of all his health care needs in just one day

BY HANNAH ROPP

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hile operating multiple business organizations both in the Lehigh Valley and the Midwest, Jim Palmeri admits his schedule is often full. However, he makes his health a priority. “I started my career working in transportation, which is all about preventive maintenance. I think of my body the same way.

You want to catch something before it becomes a problem,” he says. That’s why Palmeri chose to enroll in Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) Executive Health program.

LVHN Executive Health Program is a comprehensive medical program geared toward busy professionals and trendsetters who want to prioritize their health but have little time to do so. In just one day, in one location, you will be guided through an LVHN medical exam tailored to your needs.

Palmeri says a program navigator took him through the LVHN Executive Health experience, however, he felt more like he had a concierge. “My navigator set everything up based on my personal health history. I even had someone come to my house before the appointment to do bloodwork so they would have the results at my appointment,” he says.

On the day of his appointment, Palmeri went to the LVHN Executive Health Program suite located at 3701 Corriere Road in Palmer Township, Northampton County. He was greeted by his program navigator and given the day’s itinerary. He began his day with imaging studies so that he would have the results later the same day.

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SOME OF THE SERVICES INCLUDED IN PALMERI’S DAY WERE: Abdominal ultrasound Carotid ultrasound Arterial vascular ultrasound DEXA scan Audiogram Medical history review Physical exam Vaccination review Skin cancer screening Stress Echo Vision exam Wellness coaching 26

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Next, Palmeri met with a primary care physician who did a thorough medical exam and went over his bloodwork results. He said one of the benefits of the program was having the time to talk to his physician. “It was nice to have the doctor focused solely on my health care needs and not feel rushed. I felt that all of the physicians really took the time to answer my questions and spend time with me,” he says.

manager, made appointments as well. He says he is grateful for the experience and it was worth the time it took from his busy schedule. “I left my appointments that day with the peace of mind that I was in overall good health and had a plan moving forward. I would encourage anyone who thinks they don’t have the time for doctors’ appointments to take advantage of this opportunity,” he says.

In addition to his appointments, Palmeri also enjoyed a healthy lunch and a nutritional assessment that he found beneficial. “I try to eat a balanced diet, but they were able to really break it down and tell me what type of foods I should be eating and avoiding based on my bloodwork,” he says.

For more information on the LVHN Executive Health Program or to make an appointment, call 888-402-LVHN or visit LVHN.org/exechealth.

Palmeri was so impressed with his experience, at LVHN Executive Health Program, his wife, a former business owner, and his sister, a retired school administrator and current property

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Lobster Roll at Bolete

BY STEPHANIE ECKELKAMP

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rowing up in New England, I took lobster rolls for granted. To me, it was a given that they’d contain large hunks of fresh lobster meat tossed in just the right amount of mayo and piled into a soft buttery roll. But since moving to the Lehigh Valley, I’ve had my fair share of sad, rubbery duds. That is, until I experienced Bolete’s Maine Lobster Roll. It hits all those essential classic lobster roll notes, but adds a few fun gourmet twists that only add to the deliciousness—the avocado mousse and pickled shallots. Served alongside thick, housemate potato chips, this meal is basically summer on a plate.

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Cooking 101

PICTURE YOURSELF

BAKING BREAD AND LOVING IT 30

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BY LENORA DANNELKE

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aking bread is more about the journey than the destination. The path that’s followed might wind and wander a bit with each loaf, but lessons will be learned along the way. Longtime home bread baker and professional photographer Ryan Hulvat documents his yeasty efforts with the zeal of a proud parent – both when fragrant golden loaves are pulled from the oven and throughout the process. His passion for bread is like culinary religious zealotry and he’s always looking to attract converts.

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A CRUMB OF ADVICE One small caveat Hulvat offers is to avoid making sourdough bread as an initial baking attempt: Though suddenly wildly popular, there are multiple ways the recipe for this crusty favorite can fail, and newbies should start with something simple and safe.

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In an age of instant gratification and the wide availability of good breads on offer at major grocers, finding motivation to bake bread from scratch may be challenging – it’s too time consuming or perhaps too meticulous. However, try viewing those supposedly negative attributes from fresh perspective and the experience becomes quietly contemplative, and at times quite therapeutic. As proficiency increases, curiosity can lead to experimentation and invention. Hulvat compares bread baking to the improvisation of jazz musicians – like John Coltrane starting with a straightforward rendition of “My Favorite Things” and bending the tune into amazing new directions.

Hulvat’s go-to reference book, The King Arthur Baking Company's All-Purpose Baker's Companion, provides excellent guidance – and his copy of the book bears a proud patina of drips and splashes on pages of oft-used recipes. Potential bakers not yet ready to commit to a book purchase can explore the website kingarthurbaking.com for mouthwatering photos and inspirational recipes. You never know where these delicious temptations could lead.

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THE STAFF OF RESTAURANT LIFE Many a meal begins with the breaking of bread among friends and family members – a tradition held in high esteem at the Savory Grille in Macungie. In the quiet hours of early morning, Chef/owner Shawn Doyle heads to the kitchen to begin his bread baking ritual. His initial reward for the task comes not from the taste, but from the aroma. “I’m addicted to the smell,” he says.

And, after decades of crafting countless much-anticipated loaves, this diligent chef has learned to “go with the flow” and no longer even needs to weigh ingredients.

While classic French baguettes are a house staple, dining patrons embrace whatever offerings are tucked into that evening’s breadbasket – which could range from cranberry-studded pumpernickel swirl, oatmeal molasses, or Kalamata olive bread to such unexpected and exotic offerings as black sesame-turmeric bread. A changing line-up of house-made breads sold on the restaurant’s Retail platform enables fans to explore new varieties at home. And who knows, they might just contemplate trying to recreate them.

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n appointment for, say, a massage or pedicure can serve as an eagerly awaited highpoint of a busy day. Anticipation of a dental appointment, though, is far less likely to lift the spirits – unless the destination is the Bethlehem office of

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Most patients will tell you, and this is pretty much a consensus, it feels like a spa in here.

Keystone Dentistry, which has been recently revitalized and reenvisioned by Dr. Fayez Baki. Understanding that most people dread dental visits, even for a simple cleaning or check up, he realized that the best way to allay anxiety – and help people in maintaining good oral health – was by creating an attractive and soothing atmosphere. “We’ve built a new, ultra-modern, absolutely state-of-the art practice. I see this as the future of dentistry,” he says. “There’s lots and lots of light and an open floor plan” – no long, confusing hallways to navigate – “and we’ve gotten rid of the whole medical feel.”

It was during the pandemic that Dr. Baki, professionally recognized in his field and highly credentialed in cosmetic and general dentistry, considered the next 20 years of his life and career. “Thinking about how I wanted to spend my hours wasn’t so much about dentistry anymore, it was more about how you feel in the environment that you operate in,” he explains. “I’d been working for so long in an environment that didn’t flow well, didn’t feel great – and wasn’t good for staff morale.”

Recognizing the need to expand in a larger space, Dr. Baki located a sizable office where he saw potential – despite an unappealing layout. Working with a top-notch architect, the

space was completely demolished and, starting from scratch, the dingy interior transformed into a dental dream, with artwork, lighting, music, and relaxing aromatherapy scents creating a zenlike feel. “Most patients will tell you, and this is pretty much a consensus, it feels like a spa in here!” he reports. “All we need are massage chairs now.” Further ambiance enhancements include a contemporary wall fireplace with a voluminous flat screen hanging above. However, rather than a blaring TV show interfering with the tranquility, the digital display features tropical fish gliding in a dreamy dance – a fun change of pace from a traditional aquarium.

One of the goals of the new office design was to provide privacy, with every room separated and insulated from the next – yet without being closed off entirely from the practice and still allowing superior airflow throughout. Plasma lights and other devices to kill bacteria negate the need for portable systems mandated during Covid restrictions. “All rooms have an exterior window, and each room has two etched sliding glass doors, so you can see a little – but not a lot – and they don’t block the light,” Dr. Baki says. “From the middle of the waiting room you can see some of the operatories, but you can’t really see what’s going on inside them.”

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This practice is more like what you may find in someplace like Beverly Hills, Miami, or New York City – metropolitan areas, not suburbia.

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Dr. Baki, who has lived in six major cities around the world, was recruited to the Lehigh Valley after completing his studies at the prestigious New York University College of Dentistry – and didn’t expect to stay in the area very long.

But by 2003, he launched his Keystone Dentistry practice and has been providing the latest dental procedures and techniques ever since – and now in a fresh and sophisticated environment. “This practice is more like what you may find in someplace like Beverly Hills, Miami, or New York City – metropolitan areas, not suburbia,” he says, noting further that the people of the Lehigh Valley “deserve that type of facility, and modern progressive dentistry. Medicine has brought high-tech advancements to this area, but dentistry has been slow to follow.”

Positive interactions with patients are fundamental in establishing trust and long-term dental relationships. “Our job as a provider is firstly to educate the patient about conditions they may have or that may arise, and teach them how to improve and maintain their oral health because it is part of their complete overall health,” Dr. Baki says. “It’s not our job to judge a patient. The bravest thing a patient can do is to come and see us.” He believes that dental professionals should be commending their patients for taking that step, not making them feel bad about what has occurred. “You don’t know what people have gone through, you don’t know the circumstances, you don’t know how much of this was from childhood.” The entire staff strives to make people feel comfortable and better about themselves – and become super-optimistic.

Another major focus is on the next generation. “A lot of adults have had questionable experiences in their dental life and history. Kids today, from the time they’re young, need to come in and have a positive experience at the dentist,” Dr. Baki says.

“From the onset, they’ll never develop a fear, a phobia, or a discomfort about dental visits.” He believes that by creating an environment and experience the younger generation will find stimulating – and the older generation will find impressive – makes Keystone Dentistry a place where they enjoy going.

Along with all types of general dentistry, a full spectrum of cosmetic and prosthetic-driven services can be utilized to produce an optimal smile through high-end technology – such as a digital scanner that replaces putting impression material in a patient’s mouth. “The days of people gagging on those materials have been eliminated. Teeth are scanned in real time in 3-D,” Dr. Baki says. Patients can view the model of their teeth

on a screen – which may be used to make a full set of veneers or plan Invisalign® treatments. And because it’s 3-D printed, that model can be used over and over: If there’s any kind of issue, there’s no need to re-do it. “This is also used to design smile make-overs, so you get to see in real time what we’re going to do before we even get to build the ceramic.”

Digital design of that desired smile is accomplished through total communication with Keystone Dentistry’s lab. “There’s no guess work involved. Patients won’t be surprised by the look of the final product they’ll have in the end,” Dr. Baki says. “One of the biggest issues with any kind of aesthetic work, whether plastic surgery or cosmetic dentistry, is that you don’t know exactly what you’re going to look like. Ceramics built on digital design meet exact specifications.”

In the world of dentistry, a master ceramist is a true artist, fully adept at working with ever-evolving materials. “Being able to layer porcelain in a manner that mimics natural teeth takes exceptional skill,” Dr. Baki says. “That involves not only making teeth, but also factoring in light reflection and absorption to produce that translucent natural look that our creator has given us. We’re not trying to just replace teeth with porcelain teeth. We’re trying to make sure you have a natural smile that is built with porcelain – one that looks natural, looks like that individual, and does not belong on anybody else’s face.”

Explore the possibilities of creating a brighter smile – and a happier, more confident you – by scheduling a consultation with the forward-thinking and contagiously upbeat Dr. Fayez Baki.

KEYSTONE DENTISTRY 2571 BAGLYOS CIR SUITE B-34 BETHLEHEM 241 E NORTH ST NAZARETH 610.849.2777 KEYSTONE-DENTIST.COM DENTISTRYKEYSTONE@GMAIL.COM

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The Star of Bethlehem

BY FREDERICK JERANT

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But perhaps the best known is the little town of Bethlehem, also known as “Christmas City USA.” It was founded on Christmas Eve 1741, when David Nitschmann and Count Nicolaus Zinzendorf established a Moravian mission community at the junction of the Monacacy Creek and the Lehigh River.

The first residents surely brought with them the so-called “Moravian star,” (in German: Herrnhuter Stern) an intricate illuminated decoration associated with the Advent, Christmas, or Epiphany seasons. They appear widely in Germany and other parts of Europe, as well as the U.S. The original 25-point design, technically known as an “augmented rhombicuboctahedron,” emerged in the 1830s at a Moravian boys’ school in Germany, possibly as part of a geometry lesson. They eventually became popular enough to warrant commercial production, and now similar stars having as many as 110 points are available.

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Matthew’s biblical account of the Nativity story depicts a special star guiding the Magi (see sidebar on opposite page) to the place of Jesus’ birth (curiously enough, Matthew’s Gospel is the only account in which the star is mentioned).

The star itself is subject to a range of interpretations: for some, it’s a miraculous sign; for others, the fulfillment of the Star Prophecy.

Astronomers have suggested that it was a conjunction of Jupiter and Venus, or a supernova. And some scholars believe the entire story is a “pious fiction.”

Whatever your beliefs, it’s easy to see how stars have become inextricably linked to our own Bethlehem. And while Moravian stars are common decorations throughout the city, one Christmas star shines brighter than all of them. That’s the Christmas Star atop South Mountain. Rising 890’ above street level, its illuminated northern and southern faces can be seen over 20 miles away.

WISE MEN Practically everyone knows the story of the Three Wise Men and their pilgrimage to Bethlehem. Let’s dig a little deeper.

What are Magi? It’s the plural form of “magus,” a priest in Zoroastrianism. The word eventually evolved into “magic.”

They weren’t kings. It’s more likely that they were astrologers. Their religious practice included studying the stars, and astrology was considered a science in their time.

Then why are they called kings? Several Old Testament prophecies said the Messiah would be adored by kings. Over time, the trio’s rank was elevated.

They’ve had a variety of names. Although they’re unnamed in the Bible, the Magi have traditionally been called Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar. Some Syrian Christians name them Larvandad, Gushnasaph, and Hormisdas. Eastern churches tag them as Hor, Karsudan, and Basanater; to Armenian Catholics, they’re known as Kagpha, Badadakharida and Badadilma.

A part of Bethlehem’s skyline for nearly three-quarters of a century, the structure has evolved over time.

Its official debut came in 1937 – the same year that Bethlehem declared itself to be “Christmas City, USA”. The structure was created from four huge plywood planks, criss-crossed to form an eight-point star.

Pennsylvania Power and Light (now PPL) and the Bethlehem water department collaborated on erecting it.

Rolland J. Adams, then-owner of the nowdefunct Bethlehem Globe-Times newspaper, paid for the project himself as a gift to the city – a total of $460 (that’s just over $8300 in today’s money).

The first star measured 61’ tall by 51’ wide and was strung with 100 incandescent bulbs.

But just two years later, a 10-story steel star replaced it. The former Bethlehem Steel Corporation produced the metal and built the star. While keeping the original eight-point design, it was refashioned to a horizontal span of 81’ and a vertical rise of 53’. Lit with 280 bulbs, it was reputed, at the time, to be the tallest single electric-light display in the world.

The original wooden star was later donated to the Pittsburgh Optimists Club. Affixed to a tower in the city’s Mt. Washington section, it symbolized the club’s annual toy drive. The star was reportedly dismantled in the mid-‘60s, and its final fate is unknown.

The current Bethlehem star went up in 1967, and outshone all the other versions.

Standing 91’ high and 40’ wide, the star’s steel frame was reinforced with a new concrete base. Over 250 25-watt lamps blazed through the darkness.

FRANKINCENSE? MYRRH? Both substances were highly valued and often presented to kings as gifts. Frankincense was commonly used in perfumery; myrrh was often used in holy anointing rituals. They’re derived from the sap of certain prized trees grown in the Arabian Peninsula and northeast Africa.

In 2010, the city installed over 250 energy-efficient LED lamps that have also reduced maintenance costs.

Previously, each biennial replacement of the bulbs cost the city $6,000. The LEDs are expected to last a couple of decades.

They sometimes follow Santa Claus. “Three Kings Day” occurs on January 6. Kids in Spain and Latin America often put their shoes outside the door, so the Kings may visit and leave them presents.

Thus, it’s no surprise that the distinctive design has come to represent the City itself. A stylized version appears on signs, decorations, publications – heck, it even appears as part of the surface of Main Street!

They were key players in an American opera.

Amahl and the Night Visitors by Gian Carlo Menotti tells the tale of a crippled boy’s meeting with the Magi, resulting in his joining them on their journey. It premiered on NBC television in 1951.

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AT THE RED LION INN

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he appeal of a warmly decorated Revolutionary-era inn is undeniable. However, the attitude, amenities, and gastronomic experiences offered make this hugely atmospheric destination relevant to contemporary socializing.

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Four rotating taps dispense house-brewed Red Lion Beer, and cocktails hand-crafted with fresh juices provide sophisticated imbibing. Live music every Friday and Saturday supplies a musical backdrop ranging from vintage jazz to classic rock. And the seasonal pet-friendly patio will soon lure visitors outdoors again. Behind the scenes, the unexpected pause in business last year was used advantageously to install a bright new state-of-the-art kitchen and update all equipment behind the bar—ensuring greater efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Choose an intimate hearthside table or the eclectic ambiance of The Martini Lounge to suit your dining mood. A menu that’s refreshed weekly boasts an array of casual classics—burgers, wings, winesimmered clams, salads and soups in two sizes and more—and made-to-order dinners that can be adjusted to accommodate dietary needs. In the Broiled Crab Stuffed Salmon, the tastes from a pair

of crowd-pleasing entrées—99.9% filler-free crab cakes and a halfpound salmon fillet—meld into one decadent dish. The seasoned crab, tucked inside a pocketed Scottish salmon, gets a drizzle of browned butter after being plated on a bed of rice surrounded by fresh veggies.

Catered weddings, meetings, and other special occasions may be hosted in the flexible space of the adjacent Arts & Events Place.

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INGREDIENTS 1 lb. ramps Brine: 1 cup water 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup white vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 salt 6 cloves garlic 1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1 tsp. mustard seeds 1 tsp. dill weed 3 bay leaves

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DIRECTIONS Trim roots and tops of greens from ramps, place in a large bowl and set aside. Combine all brine ingredients in a medium saucepan and heat to a low boil, stirring until sugar and salt are fully dissolved. Pour brine over ramps and cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 24 hours; 72 hours is even better. To ensure that the ramps remain fully submerged during brining, the contents of the bowl can also be transferred to a large glass Mason-style jar with lid.

NOTE: Simultaneously notorious and beloved for their garlicky pungency, these brined wild leeks (allium tricoccum) bring a burst of flavor to everything from fresh seafood to grilled meats, even salads or scrambled eggs. The ramps and brine can also give a wickedly tasty twist to a dirty martini.

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While there’s no formal curriculum on becoming a vintage lifestyle expert, stylist and interior designer Bob Richter was nutured on this aesthetic from early childhood. By age 6, he was rescuing antiques from the family home’s attic and learning the stories behind them. Other formative experiences of this Allentown native included assisting his grandmother in the family’s interior design business and working for an antiques dealer while attending New York University.

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It seems a natural progression for Richter to go on to host the web series “Flea Market Minute” and star in the PBS series Market Warriors—along with penning A Very Vintage Christmas, contributing to “HuffPost,” and being featured in numerous national media outlets for his knowledge and passion for goods from bygone eras.

Financial value may have its place, but it’s the emotional value of objects that makes a house a home.

His book, Vintage Living, depicts how family treasures—from fine antiques to simple everyday items—can enhance your dwelling and enrich your life. “Financial value may have its place, but it’s the emotional value of objects that makes a house a home. I always say if you want to know people, ask them about their stuff. All sentimentally valuable items bring comfort, connection, and continuity to our homes and our daily lives. When we share them with friends and loved ones, we share part of ourselves,” Richter explains.

Richter also advocates for finding treasures at thrift shops, flea markets, yard sales, auctions, estate sales and similar venues, where objects may resonate as fond reminders of a person, place, or time. “Buy what you like,” he says, “and don’t be afraid to mix periods.” And while online purchasing can be a time-saving way to plug a hole in a collection, Richter recommends firstperson searches since “you can’t replace the experience of things that find you.”

Also keep in mind that items may be repurposed: For example, to blend with his living room décor, Richter had a 1950 RCA Victor TV reconditioned to be cable-ready and play DVDs. “It’s a beautiful object,” he says. “Now it’s relevant again.”

Though Boomers sometimes complain that Millennial Minimalists lack interest in heirloom items, Richter disagrees. “I think Millennials get a bad rap,” he says.

“They have a different set of things they enjoy collecting. For them it’s often vintage technology—old radios, phonographs, typewriters, kitchen items, things that move, things that plug in.” Vintage vinyl is another hot commodity, even among high schoolers. Clearly, we can each find an appealing path that connects with the past.

GIFT-GIVING BOOK PICK Vintage Living: Creating a Beautiful Home with Treasured Objects from the Past Aspirational, inspirational and just plain fun to peruse, this book by Bob Richter explores the relationship between people and their prized possessions from previous eras.

Profusely illustrated with outstanding photos, the beautifully designed volume features several historic homes with widely differing sensibilities, including the author’s 1859 Italianate townhouse with an unexpectedly vibrant and eclectic decor. Other chapters present vintage views on entertaining and holiday decorating, with a special emphasis on Christmas. (For an immersive Yuletide experience, check out Richter’s previous book, A Very Vintage Christmas: Holiday Collecting, Decorating and Celebrating.) Readers will find guidance on looking for yesteryear finds and bargaining successfully at flea markets.

Practical tips on living with and displaying collections are invaluable. [Note: I’ve implemented several suggestions with happy results!-LD] The warmly personable tone of Richter’s writing makes a persuasive case for bringing joy to life by keeping the past within sight—and reach. Breakfasting on colorful 1940s dishware gives a cheery start to any day.

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THE SLATINGTON MARKETPLACE HAPPY HOLIDAY HUNTING GROUNDS With funky finds, distinctive gifts, and retro decorations, antique malls offer nostalgic retail therapy. Multi-vendor operations listed here offer convenient hours, and because— unlike flea markets—individual merchants are not on site, price-as-marked goods provide a haggle-free shopping environment.

This expansive Marketplace morphed from a flea market into a comfortable indoor destination with 130-plus vendors showcasing wares in more than 200 spaces. A broad spectrum of vintage goods encompasses fine and primitive furniture (19th century and older, from chests to grain bins), glass and dishware, pre-1960s collectibles, and most everything in between.

General Manager Janice Ortiz notes that browsing online can’t compare with first-person interaction. “People consider ‘antiquing’ a day out,” she says. “They’ll go to 3 or 4 places in a day.” Knowledgeable employees include several licensed appraisers. By mid-November, an event space that hosts themed collector shows will brim with Christmas giftware, crafts, and décor items. In spring, a major expansion brings 8 retail stores, a farmers market with fresh and prepared foods, and an indoor-outdoor beer garden to the ever-evolving Marketplace.

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ZIONSVILLE ANTIQUE MALL With 168 vendors constantly stocking and refreshing period inventory in more than 200 spaces, there’s always something “new” to quicken a collector’s pulse. “It’s treasure hunting,” says Melissa Weigner, daughter of owners Rudy and Maritza Lopez, who founded the business in 1995. “People come in with something in mind, and leave with something entirely different.” However, staff members with varied areas of expertise, such as vintage clothing and jewelry or country primitives, are available to assist or keep an eye out for requests. Displays range from “vignette style” to “rummage style,” ideal for those who like to “dig in”—especially in a clean, climate-controlled environment. Good quality furniture—rustic farmhouse to mid-century modern—kitchenwares, toys, old-timey signage and more await discovery.

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A CA MIA Italian indoor • take-out 4330 Lehigh Dr, Walnutport 610.760.3207 • acamiapa.com THE BEAM YARD AT STEEL CLUB American indoor • take-out 700 Linden Ave, Hellertown 610.838.7018 • steel.club BLUE GRILLEHOUSE American indoor • take-out 4431 Easton Ave, Bethlehem 610.691.8400 • bluegrillhouse.com BRAVEHEART HIGHLAND PUB Scottish indoor • take-out 430 Main St, Hellertown 610.838.6555 • bravehearthighlandpub.com THE BRICK Italian indoor • take-out • delivery 1 W Broad St #100, Bethlehem 610.419.1141 • thebrickpa.com BRICK TAVERN INN American indoor • take-out 2460 N Old Bethlehem Pk, Quakertown 215.529.6488 • thebricktaverninn.com CASA TORO Mexican indoor • take-out • delivery 7001 PA-309, Coopersburg 610.282.8888 • casatoromexgrill.com 4969 Swamp Rd, Doylestown 215.794.9400 • casatoromexican.com

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reat yourself to a great meal this month from one of our favorite local restaurants. Offerings listed are as of late November; call or check the restaurant website or social media for the most up-to-date information.

DIANA'S CAFE American indoor • take-out 4907 PA-309, Center Valley 610.797.2525 • dianascafe.com DRIP American indoor • take-out • delivery 1310 Main St, Hellertown 484.851.3700 • driptheflavorlab.com

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dining guide FLORENCE ITALIAN GRILLE Italian indoor • take-out • delivery 238 Sycamore Rd, Breinigsville 610.841.4000 • florencegrille.com GRIDDLE 145 American indoor • take-out 1146 MacArthur Rd, Whitehall 610.351.9898 • griddle145.com GRILLE 3501 American indoor • take-out 3501 Broadway, Allentown 610.706.0100 • grille3501.com GRUMPY'S BBQ American indoor • take-out • delivery 3000 Mauch Chunk Rd, Allentown 610.769.4600 • grumpysbbq.net HOUSE & BARN American indoor • take-out 1449 Chestnut St, Emmaus 610.421.6666 • houseandbarn.net MCCOOLE'S American indoor • take-out 4 S Main St, Quakertown 215.538.1776 • mccoolesredlioninn.com

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THE MINT American indoor • take-out 1223 W Broad St, Bethlehem 610.419.3810 • bethlehemmint.com

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MITZI'S TABLE American indoor • take-out 3650 Linden St Rt.191, Bethlehem 610.730.1670 • mitzistable.com

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MELT Italian indoor • take-out 2880 Center Valley Pkwy #624, Center Valley 610.798.9000 • meltgrill.com

MY TEQUILA HOUSE Mexican indoor • take-out • delivery 1808 MacArthur Rd, Whitehall 484.664.7109 • mytequilahouse.com

PEARLY BAKER'S ALEHOUSE indoor • take-out 11 Centre Sq, Easton 610.253.9949 • pearlybakers.net POCONO BREWERY CO. American indoor • take-out 938 Lifestyle Center, Whitehall 610.264.2194 poconobrewery.com SAVORY GRILLE American indoor • take-out 2934 Seisholtzville Rd, Macungie 610.845.2010 savorygrille.com SPINNERSTOWN HOTEL American indoor • take-out • delivery 2195 Spinnerstown Rd, Quakertown 215.536.7242 • spinnerstownhotel.com

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THE SWEET SPOT American indoor • take-out • delivery 2805 Lehigh St, Allentown 610.813.2536 • thesweetspot.golf TOP CUT STEAK HOUSE American indoor • take-out 2880 Center Valley Pkwy #625, Center Valley 610.841.7100 • topcutsteak.com TORRE Mexican indoor • take-out 2960 Center Valley Pkwy, Center Valley 610.841.9399 • torrerestaurant.com ZEST American indoor • take-out 306 S New St, Bethlehem 610.419.4320 • zestbethlehem.com

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