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From the Editor The warm weather gives us to opportunity to do some leisure outdoor activities. So this month we are giving you some ideas on that tried and true activity - fishing. This time we suggest you involve the little ones with you. We provide some ideas for making fishing an adventure for kids who might not have had the opportunity yet. Additionally we list fishing sites throughout the region. This is also the time when we think of traveling and vacations. Our list of packing tips will make that tedious but necessary task easier. On a related note, our article on de-cluttering your house is filled with techniques to help keep clutter and mess to a minimum. Landscaping - yes, this is that time of the year. Read our articles on gardening and landscaping to help with this activity. A good looking lawn and digging our fingers in earth always make us feel good. One thing that is always troublesome in the Spring is the allergy season. While prescription medications can do the job, our article on allergies suggests some natural remedies that can help you fight the sniffles. Lastly, check out our article on locally grown organic produce. Eating healthy and supporting local organic farmers will help us and our community. Enjoy the Spring and we will see you next month.
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Things To Do In MayWith Grandkids CYCLING PeeWee Pedalers is aimed at introducing youngsters who are learning to ride bikes to the excitement and thrill of riding on a velodrome, while teaching elementary cycling skills and basic bicycle safety. The PeeWee Pedalers course is open to boys and girls ages 5-8 who are able to ride a bicycle without training wheels. Youngsters will be brought through a fun filled course that uses obstacle courses to teach the riders bicycle handling skills and safety as well as track riding basics. Saturdays 9-10 am or 10-11 am. Session 1: Registration closes on May 8th at 11:45 p.m. thevelodrome.com. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Family Night - Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. Bring your family along for an evening outdoor adventure followed by a craft. On the second Friday of each month they will explore a different topic, from frogs, to butterflies, to hiking at night. On May 9th, we will be investigating the different trees and plants that grow at Jacobsburg. Be prepared to walk on muddy trails. This program is best for families with children ages 5 and up. Registration is required. May 9, 6:30 – 8 pm. 400 Belfast Rd, Nazareth, 18064. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Rock N’ Run 4 Kids. 5K Run & Kids Fun Run at Coca-Cola Park. A fun and challenging 5K run starting at Coca-Cola Park with a fantastic finish inside the ball park at home plate. Entertainment along the course, t-shirts, cash prizes and age group awards and fabulous raffles. Kids age 12 and under will enjoy their fun run. To cheer them on the Iron Pigs mascots will run alongside them. Benefits the Salvation Army Children’s Services for children who are victims of abuse and neglect in the Lehigh Valley. ROCKIN’ LIVE PERFORMANCE by Craig Thatcher & Nyke Van Wyk. www. rocknrun4kids.com Jacobsburg Horseback Trail Rides. Enjoy Jacobsburg’s 1000+ acres of beautiful trails in small groups on the back of a horse! Ride through the woods, fields, and alongside of a stream on our gentle, well-mannered horses, with our knowledgeable and safety conscious trail guides! Must call for reservations and directions: 610-730-4973. May 23, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm. www. AmazingJacobsburgTrailRides.webs.com HISTORY Abraham Lincoln’s Journey to Greatness, Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum. Discover the fascinating life of our nation’s sixteenth President. Hands-on activities help children learn about Lincoln. 432 W Walnut St., Allentown, PA. www. lehighvalleyheritagemuseum.org THEATRE Alice in Wonderland. This classic tale of rabbit holes and wonder has been loved by generations, and this season PYT brings it back for
a fully re-imagined production. From the Mad Hatter’s tea party to the Cheshire grin, Lewis Carroll’s classic will come to life with all the magic, mystery and mischief of the original novel. Charles Brown Ice House, 56 River St., Bethlehem. May 9 – 18. See website for show times. 123pyt.tix.com Cinderella. Cinderella discovers her own magic with the help of her Fairy Godmother, a handsome prince, and a lively cast of characters – much to the dismay of her stepsisters. An enchanting adaptation designed to delight families with kids from three to tween. Meet the cast after every performance of pictures and autographs. May 30 – August 2. Schubert Theatre, DeSales University. www. pashakespeare.org. FESTIVALS 2nd Annual A Youthful Spring Fair. Banana Factory - Crayola Gallery. Children’s events: face painting, arts and crafts, finger nail painting, games, raffle baskets, vendor tables and much more. Free. 25 W. 3rd Street, Bethlehem. May 24, 2014 at 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm. www.nobleangelsinc.com. Mayfair Festival of the Arts 2014. Come to the 2014 Mayfair Festival in our new home on the grounds around Ag Hall at the Allentown Fairgounds, Allentown, Pennsylvania. Free Parking! We feature many genres of music and performing arts. Our Artist Markets include painting, sculpture, jewelry, photography, pottery and so much more. We also feature a large variety of food vendors. Friday, May 23th – Monday May26th. www.mayfairfestival.org/. ARTS Hands On: Finger Print Bumble Bees May 2-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, & 30-June 1. 11:00 – 4:00. Finger paint bees are so much fun to create and the possibilities are endless! Guide your child in making an adorable busy bee picture to proudly hang on his or her wall. Burnside Plantation, 74 W. Broad Street, Bethlehem.
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2. Plan your event. We’ve all heard the expression, “Anticipation is half the fun.” There is a lot of truth in that, especially when children are involved. As you prepare to go fishing, talk about past experiences, or if you’ve never gone, what it might be like. Kids love to hear stories and it allows them to create a mental picture of the event before it happens. Keep in mind this does not have to be over-the-top. Keep it simple as in a local pond, lake or river. 3. Let’s fish. It is very exciting to throw your line in the water,
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o, I am not suggesting you “break the cards out”. I am talking about the positive attributes of angling, a.k.a. “fishing”.
If you are like me, you have fond memories of fishing as a kid. It was exciting to get ready and go out with my friends. I can still feel the warmth of the sun on my face and cool water on my feet and remember laughing with my buddies as we sat along the banks of our local river. Those days were carefree, with the only challenge being to see who caught the biggest fish. With those thoughts in mind, why not create new memories? The following are some reasons that you may want to throw your line back in the water. In addition, consider the merits of bringing your children or grandchildren with you, as there are many “life lessons” in fishing.
1. Positive preparation time. Just like anything else in life, in
order to have success we must properly prepare. Get your children or grandchildren involved with preparation. It’s important for them to see it’s not just about reeling in the fish. It may take longer with them involved; however, “enjoy the moment.” If you have existing gear you may want to dust off the tackle box, put new line on your reel and make sure you can cast properly. If you need new equipment, visit your local sporting goods store for help in getting the right gear. You don’t have to spend a lot of money. Start slowly.
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get a nibble, then a bite, and ultimately reel in a fish. It’s even more exciting to see your children or grandchildren experience it. The expression on their face is priceless. With that in mind, this is a teachable moment for children. What I mean by that is we can prepare ourselves for something, take all the right steps and then… nothing happens, as in “no nibbles, no bites, no fish”. In our world where instant gratification is a requirement, fishing might be a letdown. Don’t let the moment slip away in explaining we had a great time getting ready, we are together, talking and having a good time. We may catch fish, we may not; that’s life. Children are not going to grasp that at the moment; however, in time they will.
4. The quiet moments. As time goes by and experience is
gained, there will be more quiet moments. That’s not a bad thing. No cell phones, texting, FaceBook, Twitter, no real loss. Remember this from an Unknown Author, “Make time for the quiet moments….. for God whispers and the world is loud.”
5. Positive memories. Most of us have fond memories of
loved ones and the times we spent together. While we should always cherish old memories, making new ones is equally important. Fishing is one of those events where memories can be made - you know, like telling your grandchildren about the big one that got away. We can all tell that story and laugh! So “go fish” and thrive! Please be sure to take the right safety precautions when fishing. This may include life preservers, hats, sunglasses and sunscreen. Thrive, LLC encourages you to seek the advice of your physician before engaging in any type of new physical activity.
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Cedar Creek Parkway East
Park located in South Whitehall Township; location of Haines Mill Museum. 3600 Dorney Park Road, Allentown.
Cedar Creek Parkway West Cedar Creek Parkway West offers a variety of recreation opportunities. Cedarbrook Road, Allentown.
Neshaminy State Park
Neshaminy State Park is along the Delaware River in lower Bucks County and takes its name from Neshaminy Creek, which joins the Delaware at this point. 3401 State Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Nockamixon State Park
The 5,283-acre Nockamixon State Park surrounds the 1,450-acre Lake Nockamixon. The park's forests and fields are a large green space in this rapidly developing area. 1542 Mountain View Road, Quakertown, PA 18951
Plainfield Township Recreational Trail
A 70-foot drop into the Bushkill Creek is one of the many attractions that Plainfield Township Trail offers. Sullivan Trail Road, Stockertown, PA 18083
Delaware Canal State Park
The 60-mile towpath of the Delaware Canal is a stroll into American History. 11 Lodi Hill Road, RR, Box 615A Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972
Delaware River Islands
These islands are perfect for exploring or stopping at while paddling the Delaware. They are maintained in a natural condition by allowing physical and biological processes to operate. 11 Lodi Hill Road, RR, Box 615A, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972
Rickett’s Glen State Park
At Rickett’s Glen you can take the Falls Trail and explore the Glens, which boasts a series of wild, free-flowing waterfalls, each cascading through rock-strewn clefts in this ancient hillside. 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA 17815
Silver Lake Nature Center
Visiting Silver Lake Nature Center, a 253-acre "natural treasure" in the heart of the southern portion of Bucks County, is an experience to be savored, not rushed. It's a place where lush foliage, accessible wetlands and rich woodlands abound.1306 Bath Road, Bristol, 19007
Easton Department of Recreation 1 South 3rd Street, Easton, PA 18042
Hickory Run State Park
With 16,000 acres, this large park has more than 40 miles of hiking trails, three state park natural areas and miles of trout streams. The Boulder Field, a striking boulder-strewn area, is a National Natural Landmark. RR 1 Box 81, White Haven, PA 18661
Leaser Lake
Leaser Lake was built by the Pennsylvania Fish Commission for water-oriented recreation, and opened for public use in 1971. Route 143, Jackson Village, Kempton, PA 19529
Lehigh County Parks & Recreation Department
The Bureau of Parks & Recreation is responsible for the development and management of approximately 2,500 acres of County Park land and open space. 260 South Cedarbrook Road, Allentown, PA 18104
Mauch Chunk Lake Park
Mauch Chunk Lake Park is a great place to visit. Not only is it an excellent camping spot but it is also close to some of the best mountain biking trails in the state. Mauch Chunk Lake Park is a county park and operated by the county's Parks and Recreation Department. 625 Lentz Trail, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
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Packing Tips to Travel Like a Pro By Art Villafane, Lifestyles over 50 Roll, Don't Fold.
Rolling is better than folding. Tightly rolled clothes take up less space than folded ones. Plus, they're less prone to getting deep wrinkles from fold creases.
Make a Packing List.
Start packing days or weeks ahead of your departure date; make a complete list, buy what you might need for your vacation. Make a packing list and check it often. Make a complete list of what you might need for vacation and buy items that you don’t already have.
Do Not Check Essential Items.
Layer.
Wear layers and pack in layers. According to the TSA, "Pack items in layers (shoes one layer, clothes one layer, electronics one layer, etc.)" so that the security agent screening your bag can get a clear picture of what's inside. The faster the TSA agent can screen your stuff, the faster you'll get through the security line.
Keep your valuable and essential belongings in your carry-on bag, not in your checked luggage. Your passport, identification, money, credit cards, jewelry, electronics, and other valuables should always be brought onto the plane with you.
Know Your Airline's Baggage-Fee Policy.
Look up the airlines' baggage-fee policies. They change often and do not always make sense. Most airlines permit travelers to check at least one bag, but they all differ on policies. You might do this prior to buying your plane ticket.
Liquids, Aerosols, Etc:
From TSA website: Each traveler is allowed one bag in order to limit the total volume of liquids, aerosols and gels. Consolidating products into one bag and X-raying them separately from the carryon bag enables security officers to quickly clear all items. 3-1-1 for carry-ons = 3.4 ounce (100ml) bottle or less (by volume); 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin. One-quart bag per person limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring. 3.4 ounce (100ml) container size is a security measure. If in doubt, consider putting your liquids in checked luggage. Declare larger liquids. Medications, baby formula and food, and breast milk are allowed in reasonable quantities exceeding three ounces and are not required to be in the zip-top bag. Declare these items for inspection at the checkpoint. Officers may need to open these items to conduct additional screening.
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Clutter, Clutter Everywhere! By Joel Aswell, Golden Transition LLC, Lehigh Valley Senior Services Council
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lutter is simply too many things in one place, and the problem is compounded by disorganization. The rule of the day should be the adage, “a place for everything and everything in its place.� Excess is the problem, and clutter produces a dissonance that disrupts the harmony in our daily lives and produces stress. More importantly, it robs us of the one thing we never have enough of, and that is time. Time misspent getting rid of stuff, hunting for misplaced items, hunting for things to wear, and an additional 40 percent more time spent on weekly cleaning. Too much stuff is throwing away time, as well as money. As a rule of thumb when considering space, most homes assign approximately ten percent of the total square footage to storage. As move managers, we always consider the amount of storage and try to maximize it. When staging a home, the number of items on any one flat surface should be limited to no more than three. This is a good habit for anyone, whether they are selling their home or not; no one wants to be embarrassed when unexpected guests stop by or as an excuse not to invite company over. Most of our excess is hidden in closets, the attic, basement, garage or shed, but personally, I start with
the living area on a room by room basis. An ordered living space is a great incentive to attack other areas of the home. Starting with one room at a time, working your way around in a clockwise direction (start with the bedroom and save the kitchen for last) and don’t move to the next without finishing the first. You are now incentivized! There are lots of approaches to start decluttering. One of the more popular is the four- or five-box approach, labeling each as store, keep, give away/sell, toss, or don’t know. Speaking professionally and from experience, this only encourages indecision and procrastination. More simply, if it doesn’t have a place, you have more than one, or it is no longer used, use it or lose it!
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Fighting Spring Allergies the Natural Way By Vicki Bezems, Lifestyles over 50
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pring of 2014 promises to bring a severe allergy season because of the long winter and the sudden onset of pollen production. Fortunately, it seems there are as many remedies for hay fever symptoms, or allergic rhinitis, as there are types of pollen. There are conventional medicines – antihistamines, nasal sprays, decongestants, inhalers – by prescription and over the counter. There are eye drops, nasal sprays, and nasal washes. There are home remedies and herbal supplements. The choices are overwhelming, and it’s hard to know where to start when selecting one. We don’t claim to be experts on the subject. We want to help you wade through the maze of information and infomercials to find the treatment that works best for you.
Prevention The old adage, “An ounce of prevention is worth
a pound of cure”, is particularly true for avoiding spring allergy symptoms. Regardless of which remedy or preventive measure you choose, start well before pollen season begins – one or two months. It’s also important to: • Keep your windows closed, even though it is tempting to open up the house to the first warm breezes. • When you must be outside for an extended period of time, especially doing yard work, use a mask.
• Wash your hair after being outside at times of high pollen count. • Rinse off your pet after it has been outside on high pollen days.
Natural Remedies While some allergy sufferers go straight to
mainstream meds, others prefer natural or alternative methods. Home remedies and naturopathic formulas are not known to have the side effects of conventional medicines, for instance, drowsiness that is caused by some antihistamines.
Here are some of the more popular herbal supplements for hay fever. • Butterbur blocks chemicals that trigger swelling in the nasal passages. It can be as effective as antihistamines, such as Zyrtec and Allegra. (Do not eat raw, unprocessed butterbur root, but look for brands that are labeled UPA-free.)
• Quercetin is a type of plant-based chemical known as a flavonoid. Good sources include apples, onions, teas, red wines, and many other foods. Quercetin is also available as a dietary supplement. “Quercetin is sort of the herbal equivalent to cromolyn sodium [in the over-the-counter spray NasalCrom],” according to WebMD. • Bromelain has been found in some studies to help reduce nasal swelling and to thin mucus, making it easier for people to breathe. • Phleum pretense (Timothy-grass). A few studies have found that a sublingual tablet made from pollen extracts from this plant can reduce some pollen allergy symptoms, such as eye irritation, in people with asthma, as well as help decrease symptoms in people suffering from hay fever. It also allowed people to reduce the dose of their allergy medicine. • Combination allergy supplements. Many natural allergy remedies on the market contain a blend of botanicals, such as Sinupret, a combination of European elderflower, sorrel, cowslip, verbena, and gentian root. Use for many years in Europe, there’s some evidence that it helps treat the symptoms of bronchitis and acute sinusitis. (Source: www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/lifestyleguide-11/allergies-allergy?page=2) It’s extremely important to check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking herbal supplements, especially for drug interactions with other medications you may be taking. Keep in mind that the long term effects of many supplements have not been studied. Bitter orange (also called Citrus aurantium), is sometimes sold as a decongestant. It is of special interest because it may cause serious side effects, including an increased risk of high blood pressure, heart problems, and stroke.
Honey Many believe that eating local, unprocessed or "raw"
honey can relieve allergy symptoms by regularly exposing you to pollen – similarly to the way allergy injections work. Allergy shots help desensitize pollen-allergic people by exposing them to a specific pollen or pollen mixture injected at regular intervals. Local, unprocessed honey does contain small amounts of pollen from the environment. But the pollen in honey comes mostly from the flowers where bees are found, and less from trees, grasses and weeds (which are responsible for most spring allergies but are not
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Spring Landscape Tuneup By Art Villafane, Lifestyles over 50
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ith spring here many of us look forward to working on our lawns and landscape. Here are a few ideas to help get you started.
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To get started we do have to do some of the more mundane and unpleasant tasks. These include: • Litter and dog feces – whether it is our dogs or your neighbors’ it is important to clean the lawn because this can cause harm to your grass and plants. • Dead grass, leaves, pinecones, etc. on lawns – Rake it up. Get rid of nature’s trash so you can start with a clean lawn • Pick up all branches that may have fallen during the winter, leaves and debris that may be on the lawn, in the garden or beds, and clean up the area you are preparing to work with. • Fill in bare patches in the lawn. One easy way is to mix a few shovelfuls of soil with grass seed, scratch the surface of the bare lawn areas and cover with the soil/grass mixture. Water well and continue to do so until the bare patch begins to fill in.
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anything to make sure you know what nutrients the soil is deficient in. • Add organic matter or compost to the soil at the time of planting to improve the soil structure and to promote deeper roots. This will mean less stress from insects, disease and heat. It will also result in a lower water bill, as you’ll need to water these areas less. • Sharpen your mower blades - If you winterized your lawn mower and didn’t sharpen the mower blades, sharpen them now. There are plenty of professionals that can do this for you for a fee of around $20 to $30. If you plan on doing this yourself then make sure to remove the spark plug before attempting to take the blades off. Sharpening your mower blades will help you cut the grass instead of tearing it. Tearing the grass blades can cause an unsightly tan or brown color to a freshly cut lawn. It also can promote fungus development. Set a higher mowing height - Make sure to mow your grass high. For warm-season grasses, such as Bermuda or St. Augustine, the height should be 3/4 inch to 1 inch after being cut. For cool-season grasses, such as bluegrass or fescues, the height should be 2-1/2 inches to 4 inches high after being cut. • Mulch - Apply a 4-inch layer of fresh mulch over all beds to help reduce the amount of weeds that will pop up. Hand pull or carefully spray a glyphosate product such as Roundup on any weeds that have emerged after mulching. Seriously consider alternatives to chemical or artificial weed killers. If you would like to use a natural nonselective weed control, then try using a vinegar or citrus oil based product. Be very careful not to spray any desirable plants, though.
Things To Do Now That It Is Spring You have survived this brutal winter. Now it is time to feel human again and “do stuff”. As our brain thaws out you can use some ideas, so we put together this list of things to do. Go through the list and pick those that appeal to you and get out there and “do stuff” (and get the family to join in). • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Mulch to conserve moisture and control weeds. Use grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, straw, or plastic for vegetables. Use bark, wood chips, newspaper, and stone or gravel for flowers.
8. Control weeds while they are small. 9. Transplant tomatoes first, and later in the month, peppers and eggplants.
10. Sow squash, beans, corn, and okra seeds directly in the ground.
Source: www.organicgardening.com
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Ride FREE Wednesday, May 21!
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he winter of 2013-14 will long be remembered as one of the coldest and snowiest in history. It seemed nobody escaped the trials and tribulations of getting to and from work, medical appointments, shopping trips and more. If one thinks it was difficult to get one’s car on the road on many winter mornings imagine getting more than eighty vehicles out of the garage. That was the charge for Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANta) management, drivers and maintenance staff. To thank those LANta employees, as well as the intrepid bus riders in the Lehigh Valley, the Authority will have a FREE RIDE DAY for everybody who rides on Wednesday, May 21st. “Our employees stepped up under very difficult circumstances last winter and were met by a loyal and grateful riding public, so we wanted to say ‘thank you’ to them all”, said Armand Greco, LANta’s Executive Director. “We hope many new people take advantage of the free ride day to give transit a spin,” he added. More than five million trips are taken yearly on LANta buses as they traverse the streets and highways of the Lehigh Valley.
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Keeping the fleet on the road in good working order is paramount to LANta employees. More than fifty percent of riders use LANtaBus to get to work, so it’s also important to hundreds of employers. “With the tremendous growth of jobs in downtown Allentown just on the horizon we hope this free ride promotion gives people an opportunity to check out our routes and schedules to see how convenient transit might be for them,” said Owen O’Neil, Director of Planning. In addition, senior citizens (65 years of age and older) in the Lehigh Valley and throughout Pennsylvania always ride free thanks to proceeds from the Pennsylvania Lottery program. For information on LANta call 610-776-7433(RIDE) or go to www.lantabus.com.
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ody RepairRX is a revolutionary and innovative product designed to support overall body and health wellness. There are many products on the market that claim to support joint and muscle health, but none come close to the superior formulation and manufacturing methods of Body RepairRX. The Body RepairRX Difference Body RepairRX is a complete formula that is patented. In order to receive a patent from the US Patent and Trademark Office, a product must be innovative and original…not merely an imitation or substitute of other products or ingredients. The combination of the patented ingredients and proprietary blend found in Body RepairRx can be expected to provide a synergistic rather than additive effect. While there are many products on the market, none hold these distinctive patents. Accept no imitations…your body deserves the best. Backed by science and patents, Body RepairRX is a complete formula that supports joint, muscle, bone, connective tissue, skin, hair, and nail health. It contains some of the ingredients found in other joint supplements but we certify that it contains what our label says. Body RepairRX is made from only the purest ingredients which are natural to the body. It is a proprietary blend of ingredients and provides your body with the most complete and innovative product on the market. Body RepairRX comes in a fast absorbing , easy to digest, liquid form. Liquid supplements may increase uptake and be faster and more efficient than pills or capsules that need to be broken down and digested before they can be absorbed. Body RepairRX is manufactured according to pharmaceutical industry standards, thereby assuring consumers a consistent and superior quality product. There are hundreds of published articles on the benefits of glucosamine/chondroitin supplements and joint health. Body RepairRX does so much more! Developed by an internationally recognized expert and innovator in the field of college, hyaluronic acid and glycosaminoglycan’s, the ingredients in Body RepairRX synergistically work by providing the nutritional building blocks which are critical to support cartilage, lubricate, and strengthen your joints and much more. It supplies 19 amino acids to support natural energy production and nutrition your body needs for muscle recovery after exercise. The patented collagen (a recognized GRAS
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There’s No Place Like Home. There’s No Place Like Home. An overwhelming majority of area seniors feel this way… even without making a trip to Oz. If you can spare a few hours YOU could make it possible for someone who needs a little assistance to safely AGE IN PLACE. Provide a ride to an appointment. Deliver a meal. Help with grocery shopping. Do a minor home repair or some light chores. Little things can make a BIG difference. CONTACT Senior Corps RSVP to help or get more information. Call: 610-625-2290 Email: RSVPLNC@hotmail.com Visit: www.RSVPofLNC.org.
Fresh, Locally-Grown, Organic Produce At Affordable Prices By The Rodale Institute
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his year, the Rodale Institute ASC program is producing 180 shares of organic produce which will help local families eat healthy, nutritious food on even the tightest of budgets. Their goal is to make fresh, organic produce affordable and accessible to anyone. So what is this ASC program? Agriculture Supported Communities (ASC) is a farm share program where every member’s dollar makes them a stakeholder and a part of the farm itself. Members receive a seasonal “share” of organic produce each week throughout the season that can be picked up at a local community site. In addition to producing food for the 180 shares to be distributed throughout Allentown and Reading, the Institute’s ASC will host a small Saturday farmers’ market on 7th Street at St. Luke’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Allentown from June – September. Families who sign up for the program can opt to pay for the whole season up front, or they pay for their share on a weekly
basis. To further accommodate everyone, the program accepts cash, credit cards and SNAP benefits! By becoming a member of Rodale Institute’s ASC you are supporting organic agriculture as well as the local food system. You are in direct contact with your food source, and, in most cases, the food that you receive has been harvested the day you pick it up. It doesn’t get much fresher than that!
What You’ll Get:
A share consists of 1-2 bags of fresh organic produce each week containing a diverse rainbow of flavors that can include vegetables and herbs. Members can either pay for the whole season up front ($750.00 for a full share) or pay weekly ($25.00 for a full share, $15.00 for a half share). Anyone can sign up for this program.
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The typical season runs from June – November.
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You can choose to pick up your share at a location convenient to you. Options include: - The Rodale Institute, Kutztown - Sacred Heart Hospital, Allentown - Community Services for Children, Inc., Allentown
How to Become Involved:
If you want to pitch in and get your hands dirty, we always have volunteer opportunities available. In addition, we have volunteer opportunities at the distribution sites helping to give out produce to ASC Members Sign Up For The 2014 Season Today! Learn more about ASC or become a member by contacting Cynthia James, Food Production Specialist, at cynthia.james@ rodaleinstitute.org.
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Here is a sampling of this year’s offerings: The Gallery at Mayfair, a juried exhibition of art from artists across the country, and The Pig Pen Project, a section for experimental art.
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Phoebe Allentown seeks individuals to assist with memory support neighborhoods. You train in Montessori principles to create meaningful experiences by practicing person-centered care. For a rewarding experience - 610794-5362 jwickel@phoebe.org. Meals on Wheels Northampton Cty and Calvary United Methodist partner to provide meals to seniors in Easton area. Volunteers needed. Contact Janet Soos janets@mealsonwheelspa.org Lutheran Home - Topton invites volunteers to share musical talent, voice or instrument with residents. Flex hours, days, eves, weekends. Lou Wentz at 610-682-1542 or wentzl@diakon.org. Volunteer Center lists agencies needing volunteers. 610-8070336, www.volunteerlv.org. Compeer of LV- volunteer 4 hrs. a month with Compeer friend, a person who lives with mental illness. Do what friends do together: listen, go for a walk, watch a movie, enjoy a cup of coffee, etc. Main duty – Have Fun! 610.435.9651. Heartland Hospice seeks caring volunteers to offer bedside support and presence to those facing terminal illness. Comprehensive training, flex hours. Janet Daly, Coordinator. 610-266-0134 Are you a “people person” wanting to make a difference? Have skills and talents to use to “give back”? Compassionate Care has a variety of volunteer opportunities with a training and support program to
Center for Vision Loss seeks volunteers to assist blind and visually impaired people as companions, transportation drivers and Mall Walk helpers. Office assistants and vision screeners are needed. Training provided. Daytime hours only. Call Rita 610.433.6018, x. 231 or rita.lang@centerforvisionloss. org. Drivers: ITNLehighValley provides rides for seniors 60 and over and visually impaired adults. We drive riders to appointments in LV, 90% are medical. Need volunteer drivers to help with the increasing demand for rides. Requirement: vehicle, good driving record, and some free time. Training provided, we work with your schedule. Time is minimal, rewards are many. For info call 610-419-1645.
Social & Support Groups ENCORE (female cancer support / exercise group) Tues. 6:30-8pm & Fri. 9:00-10:30am. Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. 610-434-9333, www.allentownymcaywca.org. Mon, May 5 7-8:30 pm. pray & share together for emotional wholeness, women’s support group struggling, or have family struggling with depression, bipolar, etc. Ebenezer Bible Fellowship, Bethlehem. Linda 610-395-8756. Tues, May 6 1pm Emmaus Garden Club Faith Presbyterian Church, North 2nd and Cherokee Streets, Emmaus. Public welcome. (610) 9664181. Wed, May 7 LV Vegetarians. Quaker Meeting House Rt. 512 half mile N. of Rt. 22 Twnshp. Pot luck dinner. 6pm. $3.50 610-709-8984 Wed, May 7 1 pm. Macungie Seniors, Macungie Fire Company. 610-965-9584. Thur, May 1 7pm. LV Brain Injury Support Group - Good Shepherd Health & Tech Center,
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850 S. Fifth Street, Allentown. Thurs, May 1 7PM Lower Milford Twnshp Fire Co. 1601 Limeport Pike, spaghetti dinner adults $7 children $4 salad bar, dessert. Thur, May 1, 10-11:30 am. 610-433-6018 Vision Loss Support Group for LV residents facing vision loss. Center for Vision Loss, 845 W. Wyoming St., Allentown. Thur, May 1 AARP Chapter 4150 at Lower Macungie Twsp. Comm. Ctr. Brookside Rd. Thur May 1 AARP Chapter #5415 noon, St. Timothy’s Church, 140 So. Ott St., Allentown. John Grencer updates research at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network Everyone welcome. Bring a non-perishable food item for Allentown Food Bank. 610-437-4265 Sat May 10 10:30 Like gardening? Jordan United Church of Christ, Rt 309 & Walbert Ave Allentown, peace garden, custom peace sculpture, peace pole, worship areas, biblical plant, children’s bed, gazebo, swing, trails. Sat, May 10 Bethlehem Garden Club, share garden tips with local pros and hobbyists 610838-1482. St. John’s Friendly Fifties will meet on Mon, May 12, at 1:00 in the church’s social hall at 1343 Newport Avenue in Northampton. Entertainment by Good Shepherd School’s Children’s Choir. If Northampton schools are closed due to weather, meeting will be rescheduled for Mar 17. Tues, May 13 Caregiver Support Groups: Live, Love, Learn (special grp. for memory impaired and loved ones), Sacred Heart Hosp, 4:30PM2nd floor. Tues, May 13 10 am. People Meeting People Club, Senior Social Group. Fellowship Hall, Asbury United Methodist Church. Tues, May 13 7-8:30 pm.
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Prayer & Share Together for emotional wholeness, women’s support group struggling, or have family, struggling with depression, bi-polar, etc. Asbury Methodist Church, Allentown. Linda 610-395-8756. Tues. May 13 4:00PM TRIAD at Lehigh Co. Senior Center (Enjoy Life). Monthly meeting. Sat. May 17. For anyone caring for a family member with memory loss or impairment, group meets (908) 859-6700, extension 2276 for information. Wed. May 21 Parkinson’s Support Group St. Luke’s Hospital Allentown campus 17th and Hamilton St. Refreshments 6 - 6:30, presentation 6:30 - 7:30 Different topics related to PD. Wed, May 21 LV Military Affairs Council – Saucon Manor in Hellertown. 12-1:30pm, 484788-0196, info@lvmac.org, or www.lvmac.org for info. Thur, May 15 12PM Caregivers & Professionals Network Group. Country Meadows of Allentown, Bldg 3, 610-3957160 Wed May 28 Men of Retirement Age Club 1-2;30pm, Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Rd, Hanover.
Group Thurs: games and social activities 12 noon. Schnecksville Fire Company Rt 309. Info: 610-769-7570 Upper Bucks Senior Center. See schedule: www.upperbuckssac. com Info: 215-536-3066.
Exercise Bethlehem YMCA. For info on Silver Sneakers and all pgms: www.ymcabethlehem.org/ or 610 867-7588. Allentown YMCA. For info Silver Sneakers and all pgms: www.allentownymcaywca.org/ 610-434-9333. Pgms include Tai Chi, Yoga I, Zumba Gold and mat Pilates 3rd St. Alliance. Tai Chi, Clogging, Tae Kwon Do. Schedules and fees vary. 610-258-6271. www. ThirdStreetAlliance.org. Easton YMCA. For info Silver Sneakers and all pgms: familyymca.org/ or 610.258.6158 3rd St. Alliance for Women & Children. Month:$38 drop-in: $6, more programs, memberships available. 610 610- 258-6271. Aqua Pilates, Aqua Aerobics. Rodale Aquatic Ctr Allentown 610-606-4670.
Thurs, May 22 NARFE Chapter 1371 St. Peters Lutheran Church 1933 Hanover Ave. Allentown. Lunch at 12. Program of interest and business session follows. First timers and those wishing lunch ($8.50) call 610-419-0739 before Apr 19. If attending only program and meeting arrive at 12:45. Active and retired Fed workers welcome, lehighvalleynarfe. tripod.com/ or 610-231-0237.
OxyFit Gym offers 1 hour Silver Sneaker classes on Mon, Tues, and Wed at 10:15 and Thurs. at 9:15 and 10:15. Yoga stretch classes Mon. & Wed. at 11:15. Info: 610-391-0040 or www. oxyfitgym.com.
Tues 1:30-4:30 Palmer Senior Group, meet seniors, play cards, share good times. Charles Chrin Community Ctr Palmer Township 610-252-2098 palmercommunitycenter.org
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Salvation Army Senior Program 610-867-4681. Every Tues play bridge 10-12; Thursdays varied Social Programs at 10:45 a.m. followed by lunch)?
Sat Dances LV Active Life (Lehigh County Senior Ctr) $7 refreshments. www. lehighseniors.org. Sat. Dance Ctr: 7:30-11pm. 610-437-3700. “Dancing on the Odds” on odd numbered Fridays at 3rd Third
Street Alliance, 41 N. 3rd St. Easton. Lessons 7-8pm, Dancing 8-10pm. $10 at door. Instructor Con Gallagher (610) 433-7804. . Allentown Area Swing Dance. Fearless Fire Co. 1221 S Front St. 610-390-7550. $9 includes lesson 7pm - 8:30, no partner needed. www.allentownswingdance.org. May 6&13 Hustle, May 20&27 Cha-Cha. Social Ballroom / Latin Swing Dance Saturday, May 3 @ 7pm at TC Dance Club 6623 Sullivan Trail Wind Gap, PA 18091 610-881-1000 www. learnballroomlatin.com
Bingo Wed 5PM game at 6:45PM Volunteer Fire Co Fogelsville Ladies Auxiliary Cash Prizes 610395-5479 HTCC hosts monthly Community Bingo- 1st Thurs of month at 6:30 pm! Prizes range from $40 to $125. 610-317-8701. Wed 6:30 LV Active Life (Lehigh County Senior Ctr.) Free coffee, snacks. $15 includes 4 double cards & 1 pack of specials.610-437-3700 Wed 1pm St. Stevens Church Franklin & Turner St. Allentown. Cards, bingo & refreshments. Thurs at 12.
Classes and Lectures Seniors Who Wish to Re-Enter Workforce. Lehigh County Senior Ctr 1633 Elm St. Allentown, Classes: Basic Computer I & II, Digital Camera, Digital Photos, Intro to Internet. Classes at center and Whitehall Library. 8- 1.5 hr. classes $40 members $80
nonmembers. Membership $20. 610-437-3700 or dndod@aol. com.
Alz. Support Groups 2nd Wed 5:30 pm Arden Courts 5151 Hamilton Blvd. Allentown 2nd Tues Alz. support for the memory impaired and spouse or children Arden Courts 5151 Hamilton Blvd. Allentown 610366-9010 3rd Mon 1:00 pm Arden Courts 5151 Hamilton Blvd. Allentown 3rd Sat 3:15pm 410 Krocks Rd. Country Meadows Allentown 3rd Wed 3pm Phoebe Terrace 1925 Turner St. Allentown, 2nd Wed 5:30 pm Sarah Care Adult Day Care 7010 Snow Drift Rd. Allentown, 1st Thurs 1:00pm St. Andrew’s Church 1900 Pennsylvania Ave. Allentown 3rd Thurs 4:30 Westminster Village 2156 Hanover St. Allentown, 3rd Wed 6:30pm Country Meadows Living 4005 Green Pond Rd., Bldg. 4, Bethlehem, 3rd Tues 5:00 pm Kirkland Village 1 Kirkland Village Circle Bethlehem, 4th Mon 2:30pm Moravian Village 526 Wood St. Bethlehem, Last Monday 6:30 pm Traditions of Hanover 5300 Northgate Dr. Bethlehem, 3rd Wed 1:00 pm Third Street Alliance 41 North Third St Easton, 1st Wed 9:30am Moravian Hall Square 175 W. North St. Nazareth.
Geriatric Care - service with at-home personalized coaching to make dementia-related caregiving more manageable. Memory Care - Arden Courts, 5151 Hamilton Blvd. allentown 1st Thurs 11AM. 610-3669010.
317-8701. www. hanovercommunitycenter.com for complete schedule. Alzheimer’s Respite Program Hope Community Church 7974 Clausville Rd. Fogelsville, 610-285-6967 hopechurch@ptd.net Provide activities and interaction for those in early stages of Community Events Alzheimer’s. Respite time, support for caregivers. Free, Bangor Area High School Gary Wed - 1-5 PM Contact Moffett Memorial Scholarship Dave Bowers 484-619-0330 in memory of deceased bowerdav@gmail.com. classmates. $500 award to senior who exemplifies leadership, Thurs. May 15 Devonshire service, character and scholastic Park Apartments Health Fair. achievement. Lisa 215-9971641 33rd St. SW, Allentown 2141, ljupright@msn.com. 610-797-1333, screenings, food, door prizes. 10AMLV Active Life (Lehigh County 1PM. Senior Center) 610-437-3700. Programs include swimming, Atria Bethlehem Flashback Tai Chi, Zumba Gold, low to the ‘50s fundraiser for impact aerobics and strength Pediatric Cancer Foundation training. All of these except for - Lehigh Valley. Custom car pool programs, are at 1633 West show, delicious food, live Elm Street Allentown 610-437- entertainment, a 50/50 raffle, 3700 or email at membership@ bake sale, basket raffles. Sat, lehighseniors.org. May 3 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Atria Hanover Township Comm. Ctr: Bethlehem 1745 W. Macada 3660 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem rain or shine. Rd, Bethlehem, 610Info: 610-317-0700
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