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February Calendar of Events Register online at www.ghha.org. Click on calendar of events.

Health Screenings

Blood Pressure Screening - Free Thursday, February 3, and Thursday, February 17, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Laurel Mall Walkers Blood Pressure Screening – Free In recognition of Go Red Day! Friday, February 4, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Outside Hazleton General Hospital Café or at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center Cardiac Rehab Dept.

Heart Healthy Health Fair Thursday, February 10, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Boscov’s Laurel Mall Free health screenings will be provided.

Blood Pressure Screening – Free In recognition of Cardiac Rehab Week The week of February 14 - 18, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Cardiac Rehab Department at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center Blood Pressure Screening - Free Wednesday, February 16, 11:00 a.m. - noon Hazleton Senior Center American Cancer Society Telethon Health Fair Saturday, February 19, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Laurel Mall Free health screenings will be provided.

Blood Drive Monday, February 28, 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Lower Parking Lot Please bring personal identification card.

Additional Health Screenings Weekly health screenings at various Boyer’s Food Market locations.

Call 501.6204 for times and locations or visit www.ghha.org and click on the calendar of events.

Community Education Programs & Activities

Bariatrics Information Session Tuesday, February 1, 6:00 p.m.

HGH Office & Education Building Learn about Surgical Weight Loss Options Call 501.6322 for more information.

What Every Person Should Know About Stroke Wednesday, February 2, 2:00 p.m.

Gunderson Rehabilitation Center at HGH, Sixth Floor Call 501.4600 to register or for more information.

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Diabetes Education Program Monday, February 7, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

HGH Office & Education Building “Now You Can - Basic Carb Counting” Program by Medtronic Diabetes “Have a Heart, Save a Child” Wednesday, February 16, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Hazleton Health & Wellness Fitness Center For every minute you work out, a donation will be made to St. Jude’s Research Hospital.

Sponsors are needed.

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Joint Replacement Surgery Information Session Thursday, February 17, 6:00 p.m.

Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Imaging Conference Room Register on-line or call 501.4447.

Annual Heart Healthy Education Program Thursday, February 17, 6:00 p.m.

Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Lower Level Topic: Heart and blood pressure problems can lead to heart attacks, and poor circulation in the legs and feet. Come learn about cardiovascular disease and circulation problems and how they can be treated.

Guest Speakers: Dr. Yaqoob Mohyuddin, Cardiologist; Dr. Anthony Carrato, General & Vascular Surgeon Program is free but registration is required.

Register online or call 501.6204.

Senior Choice Lunch & Learn Tuesday, February 22, 11:15 a.m.

15th Street Cancer Treatment Center Topic: Hypertension Guest Speaker: Dr. Yaqoob Mohyuddin, Cardiologist Senior Choice Members – Free Non-Members - $5.00 Lunch Provided Register on-line or call 454.4752.

Heart Healthy Cooking Class Wednesday, February 23, 2:00 p.m.

Hazleton General Hospital, Hilltop Café Come learn new recipes to keep your heart healthy.

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Thursday, February 24, 6:00 p.m.

Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Lower Level Guest Speaker: Jill Snyder, GYN Specialist Topic: Empowering the youth to maintain a healthy relationship. A program for parents to learn the signs of domestic and sexual violence in teen relationships.

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Diabetes Education Program Thursday, February 24, 6:00 p.m.

HGH Office & Education Building How to Manage Your Diabetes Call 501.4787 to register.

Infants and Children

Labor & Delivery Class Series Class Time – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 2, (March/ April Births) HGH Family Birthing Center $40 per couple delivering at HGH; $50 for non-HGH deliveries.

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Infant/Child CPR Class Wednesday, February 2, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

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Free Car Seat Check by Certified Technician HGH Family Birthing Center.

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Sibling Classes (Designed for children 3 – 8 years old) Saturday, February 26, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

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Support Groups (New Members Always Welcome)

Epilepsy & Seizure Disorder Support Group Wednesday, February 9, 7:00 p.m.

HGH Office & Education Building Call 501.4787 for more information.

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding Support Group Wednesday, February 16, 6:00 p.m.

HGH Office & Education Building Call 501.6322 for more information.

Bariatrics Support Group Wednesday, February 16, 7:00 p.m.

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Pump and Sensor Support Group Monday, February 21, 3:00 p.m.

HGH Office & Education Building Program by Medtronic Diabetes.

Stroke Support Group Monday, February 28, 2:00 p.m.

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Patchtown

by Marolyn H. Pensock

School Days

In the spirit of celebrating Panorama’s thirtieth year, I decided to look through nineteen years of my former stories published in Panorama. I also wanted to continue our walk through the history of our area schools.

I hope you enjoy the excerpts I have chosen from my series on our local patchtowns. So, Happy 30th Birthday, Panorama. May you have many more wonderful years.

Hazle Township had a wonderful system of elementary through eighth grade schools in place in all the patchtowns which were the feeder schools for Hazle Township High School located at Fifteenth and N. Church Streets, So many of you readers have shared your stories with me over the years.

For this I thank you.

There was a wooden schoolhouse in

Hollywood. Hollywood, Pennsylvania, that is. Most of the older children had the chore of getting up early to pick coal for the family home use, always keeping a sharp eye out for Spaidy, the Coal and Iron policeman, who patroled the patchtowns for the coal company. Spaidy started at seven o’clock in the morning; so they had to hurry home and clean up for school. The school day started at 9 A.M. until noon and resumed at 1 P.M. until 4 P.M. with a twenty minute recess in the morning and the afternoon.The bell would ring and the students would file into the classrooms. School started with the Pledge of Allegiance and a Bible reading. There was a big potbellied stove for heat. The wooden school, first through eighth grades, consisted of three buildings; two of the buildings were joined by

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a covered hallway. One building was separate.

The WPA cleared a playground around them for the children; and there was an outhouse out back. Not only the Hollywood children were enrolled there. The children from Milnesville #7 also attended . Milnesville #7 was a very small village immedialtely next to Hollywood on the side closest to Route #309.

The children loved going to summer school too. Summer school was run by the Blodgett Community House.

Carl Rebarchak, a Hollywood native, related this story to me about his dog, Fido, and summer school. Miss Little was the kindergarten teacher who picked up the children in her station wagon. Now this was in the early 1930’s. She would pick up Carl; and Fido would come along with him. Fido had his own seat in school. One day Carl was sick. It must have been something contagious since his home had a tag on it. Carl didn’t remember which illness he had. Miss Little didn’t know he was sick and stopped for Carl and Fido, as usual. She blew her horn and Fido came out, hopped in and went to school without him. That day Fido got a graham cracker for being a good dog.

The Milnesville school consisted of two buildings. The larger of the two held grades one to seven. Eighth grade was taught in a separate building off to the side of the main building. In the back there was a playground and an outhouse for the school.

Teaching first through seventh grades were: Mame Burke, Mary Barnes, Fern Gettinger and Miss Anderson. Eighth grade was taught

by Mr. Sharkey. My friend Cecilia Kasperan Ladick, a Milnesville native, went to eighth grade while her future husband, Stephen, went on to his first year of high school. Stephen had had a job picking slate, but had to give it up when the law was passed that it was mandatory to stay in school until you were sixteen years of age. He gave up the job and went to Hazle Township High School until he was sixteen, when he left to return to work. In those times, it was very important for many young boys, like Stephen, to earn money for the family.

Did you know that by 1869 Stockton had 1,200 residents who were served by a postoffice located inside the grocery store?

They also had a schoolhouse with a potbellied stove for warmth. The children picked the abundant coal for fuel to keep the schoolhouse warm in the winter. The older boys helped the teacher take out the ashes. My friend, Susanna Grega, remembered the schoolhouse with the potbellied stove, playground and outhouse that she attended during her childhood days growing up in Stockton. The schoolhouse had two big classes. Grades first

through fourth were taught by Miss Mary Sommers. Grades fifth through eighth were taught by Mr. Tom Eriey who was from the northside, maybe Lattimer. A Mr. Fulls was another teacher at some point in time, who had the only camera in town. He is remembered for climbing to the top of Easter Rocks, outside of town, to take a picture of Stockton.

All the town records and photographs were kept in the Stockton schoolhouse and were burned when the school was demolished.

How sad.

Swinging around Hazleton, we come to Beaver Brook, a small village cut off from Route #309 near Audenreid, by strip mining. Beaver Brook, too, had its’ school with a potbellied stove, playground and outhouse.The school was located on Tamaqua Road in the center of town. It stood into the 1980’s when it was destoyed by fire. John Mattie, a native of Beaver Brook and retired teacher from Penn State University, filled me in on some of his remembrances of that old school. Some of the children who attended lived in nearby Hazle Village. Alvin Schugart, the principal, taught seventh and eighth grades. Mr. McDonald, who had a wooden leg, taught fifth and sixth grades. Mrs. Ann Stinnett and Mrs. Vivian Pitt Hill taught third and fourth grades and a Miss. Gertrude Brennan taught first and second grades.

Ninth grade students were sent to school in Cranberry before going on to Hazle Township High School. There was no bus service to Beaver Brook, so John hiked to high school, graduating in 1946. His mother would keep his supper warm on the days he stayed after school for sports practice. In 1945, Leon Dotter, founder of Motor Transportation Company, contracted to provide bus service to pick up the school children. He then drove into Beaver Brook to pick up the school children. Joseph Conahan, a son of Beaver Brook, later became a beloved Mayor of Hazleton, PA.

Swamptown children went to the Japan Jeddo School from first to eighth grades. In 1947, Swamptown had twenty homes when the Jeddo Highland Coal Company decided it had to move.

Twelve homes sucessfully made

the trip to new foundations in South Middletown. The Japan Jeddo School was between Japan Jeddo and Middletown. Tommy Wizda lived next to the schoolhouse in Middletown according to my friend, the late Emil Kushner, who wrote about the Traveling Medicine Show which came to Japan every summer.

Nowadays, you may wonder where Japan Jeddo was. When World War II started and Pearl Harbor was attacked by Japan, the townsfolk no longer wanted to have their town know as Japan. Today it is just Jeddo and Jeddo Borough is using the borough which they always were, but did not use in talking about their town. From Japan Jeddo School the children went to the Oakdale School for ninth grade; then on to the Hazle Township High School on North Church Street.

Foundryville, another patchtown that has disappeared, had a one room school, according to Margaret Balyo Barna, who attended school there. It to had a pot- bellied stove for heat. All six grades were taught in that one room. Marge felt that the children learned from each other in that one room school. Those were the good old days. Seventh and eighth grades went to Eckley for school. One of the teachers whom Marge remembered was George Evancho, who was from Eckley. Teachers were Miss. Evelyn Baskin who came from Drifton and Mr.Steve Petrilla who came from Hazle Brook. Mr. Petrilla came to teach school on the train.

School days ran from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. with one hour to run home for lunch. I think these children went to Foster Township High School in Freeland for high school.

Highland was a little town nestled between Freeland and Eckley according to Helen Pavuk Santore. The Highland School had grades from first through eighth. Helen remembered it well. There were five rooms in all, each with its’ potbellied stove. There were no snow days in those days, so the children’s walk seemed like five miles in the cold weather. In bad weather they carried their lunch; in good weather they ran home for lunch.

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Helen liked school and excelled at her studies. Before and after school the children picked coal for the family’s shed to keep them warm in the winter. When she finished eighth grade, Helen was unable to continue to high school in Freeland because of her father’s tragic death in a mining accident at Jeddo #5. Helen got her working papers and found a job paying $3.00 a week.

The school in Jeddo Borough had three rooms and flew an American flag on top.

By the 1930’s this wooden school had electricity and indoor plumbing. It was heated by steam from the steam shop behind the Jeddo company store. Grades first through eighth were taught there. Katherine Griffiths taught first, second and third grades. Bessie Williams from Hazleton taught fourth, fifth and sixth grades. Bessie married the butcher from the Jeddo store. His name escapes me just now.

The principal was Roy Austin; and, he taught seventh and eighth grades in his room. Jeanne Yost Maue remembered that her class had ten students and that the school was full. Jeanne’s sister Orva took Jeanne to school on her first day. Ruth Schuchart Pecile remembers that her cousin Jeanne Yost took her to school on

her bicycle. Ruth thought the school seemed so far away, but it really wasn’t. Ruth took her sister, Lois Schuchart Leuthold when it came time for her to go to first grade. Everyone walked home for lunch. The school was down near Scrub Oak, probably named for all the Oak trees in that section. Scrub Oak was the neighborhood located down behind the Jeddo Coal Company Offices and Store.

The Jeddo Highland Coal Company had begun strip mining to get the rich black anthracite coal under the Scrub Oak section of Jeddo behind the office. The school was moved to the casino. Yes, Jeddo had a casino, but I never heard of anyone gambling there. I would love to know the history of that name, casino. The Methodist Church also held services and Sunday School there on Sunday, and the Girl Scout Troop started by Mrs. William T. (Edna) Howells and Mrs. Laura Schuchart met in the casino.

Strange name. Teachers in the casino were: Miss. Elizabeth Tormay, Miss. Verna Schaub, Mrs. Ferry and Mr. Sharkey. After the eighth grade both the boys and girls had the choice to attend high school in Hazleton, Freeland or Foster Township. The boys only had the choice of attending MMI in Freeland, since it was not co-ed at that point in time. Jeanne Yost graduated from Hazleton High School,

Class of 1941. Ruth Schuchart choose to attend Hazleton High School, but when the Jeddo school closed, she had to transfer to West Hazleton High School where her sister, Lois, attended; and they both graduated from there. A public bus, not a yellow school bus, would come down into Jeddo Borough for the students. It would take them directly to the West Hazleton High School. During WW II the children loved to gather the newspapers and tin cans to help in the war effort.

I know that there were more schools in other patchtowns, but I feel I have given you a sample of what life was like in a patchtown school day. If you have a memory that you would like to share with me about your school days, or know of someone I should interview, please write to me care of Panorama Magazine. P

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In the weeks and months following the holiday season, we tend to reconsider our home décor, furnishings, and accessories. Our vintage collectibles and antiques are often highlighted and reviewed.

Of course, you can spot obvious damage like mold growing on your antique prints, a tear in an oil painting that grandma gave you, or a huge crack in that 1950s ceramic cookie jar.

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by Dr. Lori there are certain parts of the house that you should avoid.

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First, don’t display art or antiques in the laundry room (duh!). Don’t display precious objects in the kitchen near the cooking surfaces where dirt and heat are typical guests at the dinner table. As for the bathroom, a nice dried floral wreath will work better than a fragile oil painting, watercolor, or pastel.

The bathroom is the place where moisture and mold make regular appearances even if you are as immaculate a housekeeper as my mother. You don’t want that mold to get into your fine art print or carved frame. Once mold takes hold, stopping it is tough.

Try to avoid hanging paintings or prints on walls next to windows, heating vents, air conditioners, air purifiers, or radiators. Also, don’t hang a work of art in direct sunlight or near hot reading lamps.

Avoid the Foyer

You probably wouldn’t think of it but the foyer is not a good place to display art or antiques. Why? because your front door opens and closes day in and day out, season after season. With this change in temperature, the stability of the foyer’s environment changes, too. If your foyer is like my foyer, it is typically flooded with sunlight. Those rays can impact your work of art and or antique.

Sun will fade your paintings, fabrics, and even your antique wooden bench.

Just like people, art and antiques like a stable, consistent environment. In museums, that usually means low humidity and constant temperature of 66 to 72 degrees.

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Tucked away in the back of the Brookhill Plaza in Conyngham, you will find one of the most delightful and diverse jewelry shops in the area. Valley Originals, owned and operated by Carol (Cee Cee) and John Mikita, is filled with beautiful, original one of a kind pieces, and well known, quality lines such as Pandora and John Medeiros Jewelry. The shop is a showcase for over 40 US artisans, their wonderful creations such as hand painted silk scarves, jewelry made from pieces of china, hand woven silver and gold bracelets, dichroic glass watches, and so much more are tastefully arranged throughout the shop.

With the largest selection of Pandora in the area, including beads, rings, necklaces and interchangeable earrings, along with the helpful assistance of Carol and John, one is guaranteed to put together an original, thoughtful gift for that special someone. Also available for engraving is sterling silver jewelry and gifts. Whatever the occasion, Valley Originals has the perfect “something special” in store.

Carol is a designer of jewelry as well, and has a remarkable eye for impressive pieces. She and John are always searching for new, delightful items for the shop. They strive to provide the best quality, at prices that are affordable.

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Starting off the year is Charter Day, Sunday, March 13, from noon to 5 p.m.

Admission to the event, which celebrates the founding of Pennsylvania, is free to the museum and to the cultural activities that will be offered. The Gift Shop will also be open.

The Village’s Spring Sunday Lecture, to which admission is free, will be held Sunday, April 17, at 2 p.m. Speaker and subject will be announced in the near future.

Patch Town Days, the Village’s yearly anthracite heritage festival and one of its most popular events, will be held Saturday, June 18, and Sunday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Attendees will be able to celebrate the customs and traditions of the anthracite coal region through music, dancing, food, living history presentations, artisans, crafters and a wide range of period activities. Admission is $6 for adults, $5.50 for seniors (65+) and $4 for children 6 to 12.

Armed Forces Tribute Weekend will be held Saturday and Sunday, July 16 and 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All are asked to join us in supporting and honoring all those who fought for our country, from the Civil War right through the Iraq/ Afghanistan conflicts. A full slate of activities is planned for this special tribute weekend.

Living History Weekend: Civil War History, is set for Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 20 and 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Civil War re-enactors make the era come alive. Events include living history demonstrations, military encampments and other period offerings. Admission is $6 for adults, $5.50 for seniors (65+) and $4 for children 6 to 12.

Halloween Lantern Tours will be offered Oct. 14 and 15 (rain date Oct. 16), Oct. 21 and 22 (rain date Oct. 23) and Oct. 28 and 29 (rain date Oct. 30).

Tours are offered from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Participants are invited to bring their own flashlights – or purchase a lantern at the museum – for a chilling evening of mystery and the macabre walking along the ghostly streets in Eckley. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children 6-12.

The Fall Sunday Lecture is set for Sunday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m. The speaker for the free lecture will be announced later.

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A Children’s Christmas will be held Dec. 3, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Story telling, arts and crafts, a wagon tour of the village and visit from St. Nicholas will be on the menu.

Victorian Christmas will be held Dec. 3 and 4 and Dec. 10 and 11 from noon until 6 p.m. Guests are invited to visit the beautifully decorated and lit Sharpe House for a wide variety of homemade Christmas ornaments and gifts, all for sale. Beverages and Christmas cookies will, as ever, abound. Donation is $5 for adults and $3 for children

Eckley Miners’ Village is a living history museum focusing on the daily life of the anthracite coal miner and his family. Settled in 1854, the village is one of hundreds of company mining towns or “patches” built in the anthracite region during the 19th century. The site preserves a way of life which dominated the anthracite coal region for more than 150 years.

Hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The Village is open year-round. It is closed for all holidays except Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day. Admission rates to the Village and the Museum are $6 for adults, $5.50 for seniors (65+) and $4 for children under 13.

Walking tours – available from Memorial Day to Labor Day and on weekends in September and October -- are $1.50 per person (50 cents for children 6-12). Walking tours are contingent on staff availability and weather conditions.

Eckley is located just off Route 940 in Luzerne County, 10 miles east of downtown Hazleton.

For additional information, call the Village at (570) 636-2070, or visit its website at www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com. Eckley Miners’ Village is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission with active support from the Eckley Miners’ Village Associates.

There are a number of reasons you may need written verification of your Social Security benefit amount. You may need to provide it to an energy assistance program or for subsidized housing. Perhaps you’re ready to make a major purchase and you’re trying to get a loan from a bank or financial institution. Or maybe you’re applying for state benefits or moving into a new apartment or home.

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This program provides practical, hands-on skills needed to develop, manage and grow a successful business. From organization planning, to marketing, to understanding your financials, the Small Business Institute helps break down complex business planning concepts and presents them in a practical, easy to understand program. Big or small, established or start-up, the Small Business Institute helps all businesses be more competitive.

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story design made from brick. The layout of the building was modest with the courtroom on the first floor and public offices and jury room on the second. In October of 1849, the second county courthouse commenced its construction as the first courthouse in Pottsville. The new courthouse held a courtroom, a consultation room, four jury rooms, and a library. What made this new courthouse unique were the town clock and the bell that weighed nearly a ton. In 1851, the Pottsville courthouse was complete and all the records were moved from Orwigsburg to Pottsville.

It didn’t take long for Schuylkill County to soon grow out of their second courthouse due to the rapid growth from the industrialization and the development of mineral resources.

The cornerstone for the new courthouse was laid on October 3, 1889, for the third and current courthouse. This building depicts a Romanesque style of architecture, constructed completely of Cleveland Limestone. It has five stories and has a natural red oak finished interior. At the time it was erected, this courthouse was considered second to none in the Commonwealth with the few exceptions of courthouses in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.

In the past, Schuylkill County contributed immensely to the railroad and anthracite mining industries. Today, Schuylkill County is known as the state leader in potato and Christmas tree production with a fifth of the county’s land designated as farmland.

Over 150,000 residents call this county their home and embrace their area’s great heritage and share its rich history with their pride.

by Christine Gabriel

County History

Schuylkill County was formed from parts of Berks and Northampton Counties all to make the judicial process more effective and easier. In March of 1811, Governor Snyder approved an act designating parts of Berks and Northampton counties into a new county called Schuylkill named after the Schuylkill River. The original county before the addition of Berks and Northampton had 9 townships and today has 37. Schuylkill County’s first county seat was originally located in Orwigsburg, but it was later moved to Pottsville in 1847. In 1831, agitation arose for moving the count seat to Pottsville. After the completion of the railroad connection to Philadelphia, Pottsville became the default center of commerce. Changing the county seat was put on the county ballot and the vote

was 3,551 in favor of Pottsville and 3,091 in favor of Orwigsburg. This led to an act of legislature that nominated Pottsville as the Schuylkill County seat of justice on March 13, 1847.

Prior to the first courthouse being built in 1815, court was held in the Arcardian Hotel in Orwigsburg.

The first true courthouse of the county was built in Orwigsburg; it was a simplistic two-

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The Schuylkill County Bicentennial Celebration

On March 1, 2011 Schuylkill Counties Bicentennial Committee will be hosting the “Bicentennial Day” in Pottsville, featuring the National Flag Project. The National Flag Project entails a parade that takes place from 2nd to 7th Streets all along Laurel Boulevard, which will display a 45 ft. by 90 ft. flag.

The Courthouse Commons is a park space that will be built in front of the county courthouse and will be dedicated in May 2011. A commemorative ceremony to celebrate the Courthouse Commons will be open to the public and its date will be announced.

On July 9, 2011 at Sweet Arrow Lake Park in Pine Grove, a fireworks display and old-fashioned picnic will be held. If the weather is inclement a rain date is scheduled for July 10, 2011.

On October 9, 2011 a cocktail/ open house will be held at the courthouse.

There will be a $25 cover at the door and hors d’oeurves and refreshments will be served. A time capsule, which will hold a lot of histori-

cal significant information, is also going to be dedicated at this event.

Schuylkill County wants to make the Bicentennial a shared event across the county so partnered events are welcomed.

The Partnered Event concept was developed to offer any county organization the opportunity to participate. A Partnered Event can be any event such as a block party, church bazaar or yard sale that would like to represent the Bicentennial feel. Keep in mind that a Partnered Event would have to be staged entirely by your own company, organization or municipality. In order to determine your organization’s eligibility for the Partnered Event, an event endorsement form may be filled out at www.schuylkill200. com. If more information is needed, you may call (570) 628-1350. Some Partnered Events already included in the Bicentennial Celebration are the Schuylkill County Fair, Schuylkill River Sojourn and the Schuylkill County Wine Festival. Schuylkill County’s Bicentennial Committee hopes that you can

join in on their celebrations to tribute the Bicentennial that begins on March 1, 2011.

To Commemorate the Bicentennial

If these Bicentennial events don’t satisfy your Schuylkill County pride, you can order or purchase commemorative merchandise. These items include “Top 10 Reasons to Celebrate Schuylkill County” T-Shirt, “A Taste of Schuylkill County” cookbook, the Courthouse print painted by Howard N. Watson and the limited edition Friendship Basket. For more information on this merchandise, you may visit www.schulykill200. com or call Kyla Snyder @ 570-628-1353. P

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Orthodontics for Adults: Why More and More Adults Are Wearing Braces

by Dr. Sam Ghosh

Today, approximately one in five orthodontic patients is an adult and the trend appears to be accelerating.

Improved technology, that has made possible less visible braces than the mouthful of metal you may remember from your teens, lower costs and speedier treatment (less than two years start to finish) are luring more and more adults to the orthodontist’s office. We attribute the trend in part to the fact that so many adults are concerned about how they look, especially those in the business world, coupled with a more affordable price tag.

Years ago, having your teeth straightened used to cost as much as a Buick. While orthodontic treatment remains something you have to budget for, some health insurance policies cover at least part of the cost as may Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Age isn’t necessarily a barrier, either.

We have, in our office, treated patients in their eighties. True, some older patients may have gum and bone health issues to be dealt with first, but for some seniors who have always been dissatisfied with their crooked teeth or those who are uncomfortable with their bite or the way they chew, orthodontics can be a realistic solution.

The fact that braces are no longer as visible as they once were is a big inducement, too. Transparent Invisible aligners (not braces) are custom-made and designed to be worn all the time, except when you eat or drink.

And another new method, the Damon Clear Brace System, uses low force, low friction selfligating to give patients a more comfortable, faster system to a great smile. They gain a new appearance that improves confidence and self-esteem. Narrow profiles are transformed, becoming more prominent and natural; support of the middle portion of the face and the upper lip creates a youthful appearance that releases fuller lips and a wider smile.

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New Water Fluoridation Guidelines: What Does lt All Mean?

ln January of 2011, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, issued new recommendations regarding the amount of fluoride placed in municipal water supplies. The main reason for this change is an increase in the incidence of mild fluorosis appearing on the permanent teeth of children. Mild fluorosis appears as barely noticeable white spots or streaks on permanent teeth. ln more advanced cases, fluorosis can cause brown markings on the teeth as well as pitting of the enamel. This condition only affects children over the age of 6 because it occurs when the permanent teeth are developing in the jaw bones.

ln most cases mild fluorosis does not require any treatment. ln those cases where a parent or child may want to improve the appearance of teeth affected by fluorosis, there are several conservative procedures that are effective. lf the discoloration is superficial, the markings can be removed by bleaching, or by a combination of bleaching and micro abrasion. Micro abrasion is a procedure that uses a mild acidic solution to dissolve the superficial layers of the tooth that contain the discoloration. The mild acid is slowly polished into the tooth until the stains are removed without harming the underlying healthy enamel. lf the white spots and streaks extend deeper in the enamel, they can be removed with a fine grit diamond and then bonded with a tooth -colored filling material. All of these procedures are conservative and painless and therefore do not require the use of local anesthetics. ln almost all cases, they produce a beautiful and long-lasting esthetic result.

There are several reasons why we are seeing an increase in enamel fluorosis in our young patients, ln many cases, it is caused by very young children, under the age of 2, swallowing toothpaste that contains fluoride.

Another cause is the use of fluoride supplements in an area that has a fluoridated water supply, such as the city of Hazleton, or taking the incorrect dosage in an area that does not.

Whenever information regarding a possible side-effect of water fluoridation is made available to the public, many parents begin to wonder if fluoride should be avoided altogether for children. The answer to this

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question is a resounding no! For over 50 years, OO Use a non.fluoridated toothpaste to fluoride has had an excellent record as a safe brush your child’s teeth until they can an effective tool for keeping teeth healthy and demonstrate to you that they can spit cavity-free. Children who use fluoride have out all of the toothpaste. This usually over 5O% less cavities than children who do occurs between the ages of 2-3, At this not. lt is one of the 10 great public health point us only a pea-sized amount of achievements of the 20th century, according toothpaste that contains fluoride. to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and OO Check fluoride levels in your local waPrevention). With the proper information, ter supply and bottled water. This inparents can be assured that their children are formation is available from your local receiving all of the benefits of fluoride while water supplier and is also listed on the minimizing the occurrence of an unwanted labels of bottled water. side-effect such as enamel fluorosis.

The following guidelines will help You can then discuss this with your parents supervise their child’s dental care: dentist to see if fluoride supplements are recommended.

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OO Get in between teeth. Brushing alone will not remove all of the plaque. Floss between teeth, around brackets and at the gumline at least once every day.

Floss threaders help maneuver dental floss between wires, brackets and teeth and can be easily obtained through your orthodontist.

OO Use oral care probiotics. Teens may not always comply with a strict oral hygiene routine, so an oral care probiotic, like EvoraPlus (www.myevoraplus. com), might help. Oral care probiotics work by flooding the mouth with beneficial bacteria, which adhere to tooth surfaces, including pits and fissures in the chewing surfaces and those tooth surfaces under orthodontic appliances, and around and under the gum line, leaving less room for harmful bacteria to grow. They can reach areas that brushing and flossing miss.

OO Get professional cleanings. If a teen is forgetful, regular teeth cleanings might be a helpful reminder. A dentist can quickly point out and remind a teenager where they might be falling short in their oral-hygiene and bracecare routine. P

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Teething Trouble

(Family Features) While new parents look forward to milestones in their infants’ lives, teething can sometimes feel more like a millstone. Here are some common questions about teething - and some common sense solutions.

How do I know my baby is teething?

Signs of teething include drooling and loss of appetite, as well as irritability and restlessness. Their first teeth must push and cut through the gum tissue, which causes tenderness, soreness and inflamed gums.

How do I ease my baby’s teething pain?

* Chill a teething ring in the refrigerator for some cooling relief. The temperature will help to numb baby’s gums and the counter-pressure helps to alleviate soreness.

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by John DeBalko Don’t Sweat The Drink

If you’re a regular exerciser, the American College of Sports Medicine has some advice for you about drinking beverages. Drink two glasses (about 16 ounces) of water or a sports drink two hours before you start exercising. While you’re exercising, drink five to 12 ounces every 15 minutes or so. Also, weigh yourself before and after excersing, and drink two glasses of water for every pound you lost.

Baked Goods: Don’t Get Burned

Those “home baked” muffins and brownies at coffee counters and in convenience stores may pack more fat and calories than you bargained for. A recent study at

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When researchers at the University of Pittsburgh asked two groups of overweight women to walk 40 minutes each day for 20 weeks, the women who broke the time up into three shorter sessions lost five pounds more than the others. Why? Knowing they had to walk only for a brief time, the women were less likely to skip their exercise. In fact, they often walked a few minutes longer than was required. P

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Aspirin & Your Vascular Health

(NewsUSA) - A low dose (81 milligrams) of enteric-coated baby aspirin has been shown to reduce the rate of heart attacks and strokes in patients with vascular disease by approximately 25 percent. In addition, some researchers suggest taking a low dose aspirin daily has numerous other benefits for patients, including reducing the risk of colon cancer.

There are many theories about why aspirin may work, according to the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS). One of the most popular theories is aspirin reduces the amount of clotting in the blood stream.

Imagine a blood vessel-which looks like a tube-with some plaque inside. The plaque reduces the size of the tube. A small amount of plaque will not affect blood flow. However, if the amount of plaque increases, blood flow reduces significantly. At some point, the extent of plaque can tremendously diminish blood flow.

What if, in this area of high plaque burden, a small clot forms? This clot may block the total flow in the artery. This is called “atherothrombosis.” It is believed the clot forming in an area where there is extensive narrowing causes many heart attacks and strokes, as well as difficulty walking. Aspirin helps reduce the amount of clot formation.

Talk about the risk of vascular disease with your physician. If you are at risk, discuss taking aspirin daily. Generally, most patients with vascular disease should be taking a low-dose aspirin every day. There are a few exceptions, such as intolerance of aspirin.

The most common problem these patients have is stomach or gastrointestinal upset.

Likewise, patients who have known ulcer disease of the stomach may not do well on aspirin.

If your doctor diagnoses plaque that reduces your blood flow, see a vascular surgeon. Today’s vascular surgeons are the only specialists who are skilled in all vascular therapies. They are comprehensively trained in medical, endovascular (minimally invasive), and surgical therapies. With this extensive training, they are the experts who provide the best diagnosis and treatment for vascular conditions.

To learn more about your vascular health and to find a vascular surgeon, visit SVS’s Web site at www.VascularWeb.org. P

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What To do On the Worst Day of Your Life - Part One

by Frank Vita, PhD

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Does it feel like it’s the worst day of your life? Do you feel hopeless, lost, you cannot dig out of the black hole you find yourself stuck in? Is it so bad there are times you wish you were never born? Wish you could checkout quickly without delay, without thought – just disappear? You fear being laid-off, fear not having enough money to pay the bills, fear not being able to take care of your family, buy groceries? Feel crushed by the burden you are carrying on our back and do not feel strong enough to deal with them? Do you feel you can go no further? Does it feel like the worst day of your life and there is no answer to be found?

I understand. Recently I read a book: What To Do On The Worst Day of Your Life written by Minister Brian Zahnd. I was at Barnes and Noble, looking for inspiration because I felt I was having the worst day of my life. In the middle of the aisle the book was just laying there. I picked it up, read some of it, decided to buy it. The book is inspiring and I want to share it with all of you having the worst day of your life. It is a small book, unassuming. It is a book about David.

Yes, that David, the David who slew Goliath.

But this book is not about Goliath. It is about David’s surrender to God. David was facing what you and I feel we are facing: the worst day of our life. It seems David came home with his soldiers to find his home pillaged and plundered of all – including his children, his wife and all the children and women of

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the town. At first David was stunned beyond belief; he wept bitterly, felt hopeless, devastated, and helpless to make things better. His men then began to blame David for their misfortune for David was he who had taken all the men from the town initially. David wept. David then pulled himself together and went alone to pray for guidance. He prayed and prayed and in his spirit he heard the voice of God tell him “You will recover all.” With these few words God’s grace was bestowed upon David and he was renewed in his faith that all things serve God’s purpose and God’s purpose is never to harm us. David gathered his men about him and told them they would follow the abductors, the pillagers and regain all they had believed was lost. When David and his men came upon the camp of the pillagers they were dancing and partying believing they had nothing to fear. Although David and his men were greatly outnumbered, David prayed for God’s guidance. He again heard, “You will recover all.” David attacked and after a day long battle he secured a miraculous victory. David recovered his family, his belongings – all that had seemingly been lost forever. But this is not the end of the story.

David did not hoard what he recovered – he chose to share it with others. He gave freely and spread his wealth to others.

David’s steps to recovery of all he had seemingly lost were the following: 1) cry, mourn for your loss but do not allow yourself to wallow in self-pity; 2) do not be bitter – accept the challenge put before you; 3) encourage yourself in God – stop trying to control and put yourself in God’s hands: trust in a power higher than yourself 4) get a Word form from God – that is, restore your faith and “hear” God’s message of redemption and resurrection from this worst day of your life; 5) reorient your vision – that is, see yourself, hear yourself, feel yourself recovering all and know that this is part of God’s plan for you; 6) stand-up for yourself, don’t take loss lying down, fight back! 7) recover all you have lost; 8)celebrate your recovery, your success; 9) share your success with others – emotional, psychological, physical success share with others.

David’s story is only one of many.

Stories of those who had/are having the worst day of their lives. With perseverance, faith, grace and fortitude of Spirit, they were able to recover all. P

Choosing the Right Care for Your Aging Parents

by Lisa Marie Halecky

Making a decision about the care of older parents can be a difficult and emotional one. Your first step is to think realistically about your options.

Many people think about moving their parents into their own home. But there are a number of factors to be considered, including: OO Are you up to the challenge of handling your parents’ daily personal and medical care? It requires a great deal of patience, organization, energy, and time. And some conditions like Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia can be stressful to deal with.

OO Do you have an appropriate living space? They’ll need privacy, a minimal amount of steps, and assistance devices like bathroom grab bars and easy-to-use door handles.

OO Can you afford to give up your job to stay home with your parents? For many people, the financial consequences are high.

OO How will it affect your family? Don’t underestimate the emotional and psychological impact on your spouse and children, who will need to compete for your attention.

If you’re asking “What if my parents need more assistance than I can handle?” the time is right to learn how Heritage Hill can help.

Heritage Hill’s residential care community offers your parents their own living space, with the benefits of everyday professional care. Along with housekeeping services, meals, social activities, and transportation, your parents will receive daily monitoring of their health including medication management, monitoring of vital signs, and physical therapy. We even have expert memory care services for those who need it.

Visit Heritage Hill today to take a tour and meet our friendly, compassionate staff. We invite you to stay for lunch or dinner, and your parents can even participate in one of our many events. We’re confident you and your parents will find our full schedule of social activities offers plenty to interest and engage them.

Rest easy knowing you’ve made the right decision—for your parents, and for you.

When you choose Heritage Hill’s residential care for your parents, you’ll have peace of mind knowing they’re getting the help they need, along with the care they deserve. P

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Dermal Fillers

by Stephen Schleicher, MD

Lines and creases are an inevitable consequence of the aging process. Commonly involved areas of the face are the forehead, nasolabial folds (creases from the nose to the lip), crow’s feet, and corners of the mouth and chin, the latter referred to as marionette lines.

Prior to the onset of dermal fillers and botulinum toxins correction of such stigmata of growing old was difficult, not very effective, and quite expensive. Botox, and a related compound called Dysport, are the treatment of choice for forehead wrinkles, frown lines, and fine lines about the eyes. For lines and creases elsewhere the treatment of choice is a dermal filler. Results are immediate and extremely gratifying. Serious adverse reactions are very uncommon. Several dermal fillers are FDA approved and readily available. Choice of a particular agent includes such variables as duration, location, and price. All are injected under the skin utilizing a thin needle.

The first dermal filler consisted of collagen, a component of skin that is found in the dermis. Called Zyderm this compound received FDA approval in 1981 and I was one of the first physicians to use this product in clinical practice. Over 1 million treatment sessions utilizing injectable collagen were performed in the US attesting to its safety. The main problem was longevity; injectable collagen just didn’t last very long (three to six months) and for this reason collagen containing fillers have been superseded by newer injectables. The two dermal fillers that I use most frequently today are Radiesse and Juvederm.

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from calcium, the same substance that composes our bones and teeth. It was approved by the FDA to correct wrinkles and folds in 2006 having been used previously to correct defects within the bladder and larynx. Unlike collagen, Radiesse does not require refrigeration and is stored at room temperature. A numbing agent is added to Radiesse prior to use and this greatly minimizes discomfort. Radiesse is injected deeper in the skin than collagen, and is far superior in terms of longevity, lasting some 12 to 16 months. Radiesse should not be used to plump-up lips as tiny nodules may form; ideal locations are the nasolabial folds and marionette lines.

Juvederm, another long lasting dermal filler, was also approved by the FDA in 2006. This product is composed of hyaluronic acid, a substance found in abundance in the skin. Juvederm is stored at room temperature and the newest versions contain an anesthetic premixed with the product. Different concentrations are available; a less viscous variety can be used to plump-up lips, while the thickest version, Juvederm Ultra Plus, is ideally suited for nasolabial folds and chin creases. In terms of longevity, Juvederm last some 8 to 12 months.

Dermal fillers are superb agents to correct cosmetically unacceptable creases and lines. They are safe and produce immediate results with little or no down time. Just make certain that you choose a physician experienced in their use. Other exciting agents are on the horizon, so stay tuned. P

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Bright Colors for Better Women’s Health

(Family Features) Only about a third of American women are meeting their fruit and vegetable intake recommendations, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Along with vitamins, minerals and fiber, fruits and vegetables contain a type of phytonutrient called carotenoids, compounds that give fruits and vegetables their vibrant colors, which research suggests may offer breast, ovarian and other health benefits for women.

Choosing to increase the amount of the fruit and vegetables richest in carotenoids is important for long-term preventative health among women.

Here are some easy substitutions to “power up” your plate and add new flavors to your meal plan: Green: A serving of cooked kale provides triple the amount of lutein/zeaxanthin as a serving of raw spinach.

Red: A serving of guava delivers more than one and a half times the lycopene in a raw tomato.

Yellow/Orange: A serving of sweet potatoes has nearly double the beta-carotene as a serving of carrots.

A good goal for most individuals is to consume 10 servings of fruits and vegetables daily, with an emphasis on quality, not just quantity. If this proves challenging, consider a natural, plantbased dietary supplement which includes phytonutrients such as carotenoids.

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What About My Heart and Depression?

by Howard M. Ogin, Psychologist

Hi, my name is Howard Ogin and What can you do?

I am a psychologist who has worked in the Hazleton area for 30 years. You might think OO Talk to your that heart disease is linked only with physical Doctor and be honest. Depression is activities-a lack of exercise, poor diet, smoka real medical problem and not a sign ing, and excessive drinking. While the above of weakness. factors are very important to your cardiac OO Avoid trying to fix every problem at health, your thoughts, attitudes and emoonce if possible. Set reasonable goals tions are also important. They can not only and work toward meeting them. accelerate the onset of heart disease, but also OO Don’t ignore the symptoms of depresget in the way of taking positive steps to imsion. They may include sadness, empprove your health. tiness, loss of joy or interest, reduced

How you handle stress influences energy, sleep and appetite problems, how your cardiovascular system responds. social withdrawal, thoughts of suicide Studies have shown that if stress makes you or wanting to die. angry or irritable, you’re more likely to have OO Identify sources of stress and look for heart disease or a heart attack. ways to reduce them.

Then there’s depression, the persisOO Enlist the support of family and tent feeling of sadness and despair that can friends to overcome feelings of depresisolate you from the rest of the world. In its sion and isolation. severest form, clinical depression, can not OO If you feel overwhelmed by your situaonly increase the risk of heart disease, but tion seek the professional assistance of also worsen the condition. While 20% of a Psychologist or talk with your Physithe population experiences an episode of decian regarding a referral. P pression in our lifetimes, the figure climbs to 50% among people with heart disease.

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“Doctors With A Heart” Slated for February 14 thru 18

De Jesus Family Chiropractic located at Life Expression Wellness Center, Sugarloaf, is proud to announce her eighth annual “DOCTORS WITH A HEART DAY” slated from, February 14th thru the 18th On this day, Dr. Rowena de Jesus and Dr. Gregory Petruzzi will provide complimentary chiropractic services to those in need in our community. All new patients on this day will receive a consultation, chiropractic exam and x-rays (if needed), at no charge in exchange for a $25 donation to the Helping Hands Society.

Rowena de Jesus, D.C. is a member of Doctors With a Heart, Inc., a non-profit organization whose doctors volunteer their services to members of their community. The 15,000 plus member program includes dentists, chiropractors, orthopedists, and medical doctors. During regular office hours, member doctors provide services at no charge or for a donation to their favorite charity organization for patients.

The donations received on this day will be given to Helping Hands Society.

“We are so grateful for the blessing of our chiropractic practice, so every year we love giving back to the community” says Dr.

de Jesus, “With this current economic climate, this is also a great opportunity to begin a new journey of health with chiropractic and with minimal financial commitment.”

“We have a sincere commitment to bring chiropractic to all the lives of our community because we know we can improve the quality of one’s life with chiropractic,” says Dr. Petruzzi.

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Through Another’s Eyes

Approximately 35 million people are blind or going blind worldwide. Fortunately, many can be cured. Unfortunately, the number of people awaiting corneal transplants is out-numbering the available donor tissue. Corneal transplantation is the only effective restoration for the replacement of human tissue in the eye.

Eye donation is the oldest form of tissue and organ donation. It began back in 1905 with the very first corneal transplant. Currently over 46,000 corneas are transplanted yearly in the United States alone. This surgery is over 90% successful at restoring sight to the recipient.

The cornea is the clear outer portion of the eye that covers the pupil and the iris. It allows light to be transmitted through the eye to the retina. If the cornea is cloudy or damaged, it can greatly interfere with a person’s ability to see – regardless of whether or not they are wearing glasses or contact lenses.

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The cornea can de damaged in a number of ways. Severe scarring may result from injury, inappropriate contact lens use, or severe dry eye syndrome. Diseases such as herpes simplex and herpes zoster (shingles)

therefore a decreased visual acuity.

One of the most common indications for a corneal transplant is a diagnosis of keratoconus. Keratoconus and keratoglobus are diseases that cause a progressive thinning of the cornea. This causes a reshaping in the cornea that leads to distorted vision.

Keratoconus may become painful and interfere with a person’s ability to wear contact lenses. Replacing the diseased cornea with donor tissue restores the health and vision of the eye.

Eye donors can be of any age, race, and gender. They can have a history of wearing glasses and/or contact lenses, or even prior cataract surgery. A medical history of diabetes or hypertension is also allowed. For further information can cause scarring if not treated early and on becoming an eye donor, please talk to your properly. A chronic swelling of the cornea eye doctor. One of the best gifts a person can from Fuch’s corneal dystrophy or bullous receive is that of sight. P keratopathy can lead to a cloudy cornea and

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Microdermabrasion & Chemical Peels

by Debi Shandrick

If you are one who is experiencing brownish skin discolorations or dark, splotchy patches at your skin, you may be suffering from what is a common complaint known as skin pigmentation. There are many factors that can instigate skin pigmentation to occur.

Two ways to remove those pigmented skin is to undergo Microdermabrasion or Chemical Peels. We will be discussing at home product to treat pigmentation. Most people are able to witness 75% to 100% results after a few weeks of undergoing treatments.

Good skin starts at the cellular level, and Microdermabrasion is one of the most popular, time-proven methods of consistent skin care that dramatically improve skin tone and texture...even after just one treatment!

Microdermabrasion is used to treat a variety of skin conditions including acne, stretchmarks, age spots, enlarged pores, wrinkles, acne or rosacea, and that’s just the beginning.

Simply put: Microdermabrasion is one of the most effective ways to maintain healthy skin that feels as good as it looks. For those struggling with mild to moderate acne, Microdermabrasion can be a monthly preventative treatment. If you’re noticing premature signs of aging such as skin discoloration and sun damage, Microdermabrasion is a preferred way to gently buff away dry and damaged skin. Or, if you are otherwise happy with the condition of your skin, but are looking for a monthly “refresher,” Microderm offers a winning combination-The rejuvenating benefits of a facial, along with the renewing qualities of a deep facial scrub. A Microdermabrasion treatment involves a “microderm machine” that emits a pressurized stream of crystals on the skin’s surface. The Microderm machine is designed to gently slough off dead skin, eliminate black heads, shrink large pores, and leave skin feeling unbelievably soft and smooth.

A Chemical Peel is a safe, commonly used method of treating acne, age spots, brown spots, large pores, fine wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation. The traditional chemical peel procedure involves the application of a chemical solution designed to smooth and exfoliate skin while removing its damaged outer layer. Many of the compounds used in chemical peels are found in nature, such as Glycolic acid (of the alpha-hyrdroxy family), which is derived from certain fruits and plants. It assists in the skin treatment by stimulating new collagen and skin growth while allowing dead skin cells to fall off naturally. Salicylic acid, a simple fruit compound, is an effective acne scar chemical peel and also works for oily and acne prone skin, by in-

creasing cell turnover. Mandelic acid, meanwhile, is an extract from bitter almonds, and is often used in a chemical peel for uneven skin tones and or patients with pigmentation problems. Most chemical peels take only 1015 minutes to perform, and the majority of patients report only a mild stinging from the chemical solution. The chemical peels mentioned above, the recovery time is quick, with most redness and dryness subsiding within a

week’s time.

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How Do You Catch a Cold?

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“It’s also helpful to realize that this very body that we have, that’s sitting right here now...with its aches and its pleasures...is exactly what we need to be fully human, fully awake, fully alive.“ - Pema Chodron “There is only one quality worse than hardness of heart, and that is softness of head.“ - Theodore Roosevelt

Although some cold viruses may possibly be spread by coughing or sneezing, that is usually not the case. They are spread from hand-to-hand contact. For example, someone with a cold blows their nose then shakes your hand or touches surfaces that you also touch.

Cold viruses can live on pens/pencils, computer keyboards, coffee mugs, door handles, and other objects for hours, so it’s easy to come into contact with such viruses during daily life.

However, the key to remember is that just being exposed to a cold virus does not have to mean that you’ll catch a cold. If your immune system is operating at its peak, it should actually be quite easy for you to fend off the virus without ever getting sick.

If your immune system is impaired, on the other hand, it’s akin to having an open-door policy for viruses; they’ll easily take hold in your body. So the simple and short answer is, you catch a cold due to impairment in your immune system. There are many ways this can result, but the more common contributing factors are: 1.Eating too much sugar and too many grains 2.Not getting enough rest 3.Using insufficient strategies to address emotional stressors in your life 4.Vitamin D deficiency, as discussed below 5.Any combination of the above Vitamin D Deficiency: One Reason You May “Catch” a Cold

It’s estimated that the average U.S. adult typically has two to four colds each year, while children may have up to 12! One reason for the widespread prevalence may be that vitamin D deficiency is incredibly common in the United States, especially during the winter months when cold (and flu) viruses are at their peak.

Research has confirmed that “catching” colds and flu may actually be a symptom of an underlying vitamin D deficiency.

Less than optimal vitamin D levels will significantly impair your immune response and make you far more susceptible to contracting colds, influenza, and other respiratory infections.

In the largest and most nationally representative study of its kind to date, in-

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volving about 19,000 Americans, people with the lowest vitamin D levels reported having significantly more recent colds or cases of the flu -- and the risk was even greater for those with chronic respiratory disorders like asthma.

At least five additional studies also show an inverse association between lower respiratory tract infections and vitamin D levels. But the research is very clear, the higher your vitamin D level, the lower your risk of contracting colds, flu, and other respiratory tract infections.

It’s not surprising, then, that the average American gets so many colds each year, as current guidelines for optimal intake and normal vitamin D levels are far too low -- and since most people do not get adequate sun exposure on a daily basis (which is what produces vitamin D in your skin) many are deficient. I strongly believe you could avoid colds and influenza entirely by maintaining your vitamin D level in the optimal range.

Based on the latest research, many experts now agree you need about 35 IU’s of vitamin D per pound of body weight. This recommendation also includes children, the elderly and pregnant women.

However, keep in mind that vitamin D requirements are highly individual, as your vitamin D status is dependent on numerous factors, such as the color of your skin, your location, and how much sunshine you’re exposed to on a regular basis. So, although these recommendations may put you closer to the ballpark of what most people likely need, it is simply impossible to make a blanket recommendation that will cover everyone’s needs.

The only way to determine your optimal dose is to get your blood tested. Ideally, you’ll want to maintain a vitamin D level of 50-80 ng/ml year-round.

Hazle Drugs can match the particular Vitamin D product to your own individual needs. Over the counter strenghts range from 400 IU - 5000 IU’s. Vitamin D is available in tablets, capsules, liquid, chewable tablets, and liquid drops.

For more information on Vitamin D and how to prevent getting a cold, please contact Bill Spear, R.Ph, Certified Clinical Nutritionist at Hazle Drugs 1 E. Broad St. Hazleton, Pa 18201 570-454-2476 P

Fresenius Medical Care Offers Tips to Help Dialysis Patients Stay Safe This Winter

People on dialysis typically need treatment every two to three days, so they are particularly vulnerable when inclement weather knocks out electricity or makes travel to their clinics difficult. Any delays in treatment can be life threatening, so it’s important for patients to be prepared for the worst.

Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA), the nation’s leading network of dialysis facilities, reminds dialysis patients to take precautions now so they are not caught off guard when severe weather hits in their home community.

FMCNA recommends that dialysis patients have the following plans in place:

OO Keep proper emergency supplies on hand. Have ready access to a first-aid kit, flashlight (with extra batteries), blankets, battery-powered radio, cell phone, non-electric can opener and any necessary medications.

OO Make sure you have a ride. If you are an in-center patient, arrange for backup transportation to the clinic with a friend, neighbor or family member.

OO Plan for power outages. If you are a home dialysis patient and you lose power, follow the directions given to you by the home training staff for continuing dialysis in an emergency.

OO Adjust your insulin. If you are diabetic, ask your doctor how to adjust your insulin dosage during winter storm emergencies.

OO Keep your emergency phone numbers handy. When bad weather threatens, contact your local facility and follow instructions they may provide.

FMCNA offers a patient hotline at To learn more about dialysis and 1-800-626-1297, for any FMCNA kidney disease: or non-FMCNA patients who need If you think you might be at risk for help finding the nearest open dialysis facility in a disaster. The hotline is JAMES J. MACOVIAK staffed by customer service specialists DDS who can provide locations and contact numbers for alternate facilities, if necessary.

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FMCNA also offers its Treatment Options Program (TOPs) education seminars regularly in the area. The classes are open to the public and are provided at no cost to inform at-risk patients and their families about chronic kidney disease and treatments for kidney failure. To find a class near you, call toll-free 1-866-276-0600 or visit www.ultracare-dialysis.com/TOPS. P

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10 Tips for Better Relief of Spasms in the Neck And Shoulder Blades Sleep Hygiene

by Ting Oh, PT

(NewsUSA) - Between office meeting and errands, sports practice and studies, many people sacrifice sleep for a few more hours of productivity. According to the National Sleep Foundation, fewer than half of Americans report getting adequate sleep every night.

But sleep deprivation results in more than just yawns. Inadequate sleep has been linked to depression, weight gain, hypertension, poor concentration and memory retention, and accidents.

Take driving, an activity that most Americans perform daily. In a recent National Sleep Foundation poll, 54 percent of respondents said that they have driven while drowsy. Twenty-eight percent confessed to falling asleep at the wheel. People know that alcohol impairs driving, but too few consider sleep deprivation’s effect on their motor skills.

Drowsy driving causes thousands of accidents each year.

Setting aside seven to eight hours for sleeping isn’t a luxury -; it’s a necessity. The American Sleep Apnea Association offers 10 tips for better sleep hygiene: 1. Set a sleep schedule, and stick to it.

2. Don’t nap for more than 45 minutes a day.

3. Avoid excessive alcohol intake within four hours of bedtime. Do not smoke.

4. Avoid caffeine six hours before bedtime.

5. Avoid spicy food six hours before bedtime.

6. Exercise regularly, but not right before bed.

7. Use comfortable bedding.

8. Keep your room at a comfortable temperature.

9. Block out noise, and eliminate as much light as possible.

10. Do not use the bed as an office, workroom or recreation room.

If you feel tired even after sleeping eight hours, an undiagnosed sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea, may be to blame. In sleep apnea, the soft tissue in the back of the throat collapses during sleep, blocking the airway. Sufferers wake up for a few seconds every time they stop breathing, sometimes hundreds of times a night. Visit www.sleepapnea.org to find out your “Snore Score,” or the likelihood that you have sleep apnea. The disorder can be treated, so it’s important to speak to a doctor if you experience excessive daytime fatigue.

One of the most common and stubborn complaints I hear about in the clinic is pain and spasms in the upper trapezius (muscle between the neck and shoulder) and the rhomboid (muscle between the shoulder blades) muscles. When these muscles go into spasm, simple things including turning your head and raising your arm can become extremely difficulty.

There are a number of things that can cause spasms in these muscles with the most common being neck and upper back problems, looking down too much with reading or writing and overusing your arms. The reason these particular muscles are vulnerable to spasms is that they are active whenever you use your neck and arms which pretty much mean they are working all day, every day. And if you have any added stress to your day, guess where it goes. Right to these muscles.

With the constant strain that are placed on them, they will eventually start malfunctioning causing the nerves to get sensitized causing the spasms. Not only will this cause pain in the neck and shoulder but can also result in headaches and arm pains. Most people will ignore these pains but ignoring them can eventually cause not only permanent damage to these muscles, but also arthritis to the neck and shoulder.

Treatment for muscle spasms is difficult as most treatments focus on trying to break up the spasms by massage.

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very affective but does not address the underlying problem which causes the spasms which most often is due to sensitization of the nerves causing trigger points or spasms in the muscles.

Hazleton Physical Therapy are experts in the treatment of trigger points and muscle spasms and utilizes an advanced treatment technique called Intramuscular Manual Therapy or Trigger Point Dry Needling.

This technique uses fine filament needles when inserted into the muscle has been found through research to reduce the nerve sensitization and therefore spasms. Combined with an exercise program to normalize muscle length and strength can be very effective in managing pain from muscle spasms.

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Therapist Completes Doctorate Studies

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Physical Therapy Specialists is pleased to announce the graduation of Dr. Mary Ann Gimbel, PT, DPT, CHT from EIM Institute of Health Professions, in partnership with the Private Practice Section of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Educational Institute for Private Practice Physical Therapy. This degree combines evidenced- based practice with best business practices in an Executive MBA format. The Doctorate Program combines the rigor of a portfolio review, documentation of advanced clinical experience, and clinical courses with evidenced based integration.

Following her undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Gimbel also earned a Graduate Certificate in Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation from Drexel University and is a Certified Hand Therapist through the Hand Therapy Certification Committee.

Beware. Not all hand therapists are certified. A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an occupational therapist or physical therapist who has a minimum of five years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy.

In addition, the Certified Hand Therapist has successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation. Because of changes in the profession, every CHT is required to demonstrate continued professional development and competency by recertifying every five years.

Physical Therapy Specialists is fortunate to have one of the most skilled certified hand therapist in the region. Dr.Gimbel is recognized as one of the preeminent hand therapist in the state. She has established a comprehensive hand therapy program that

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Dr. Gimbel affirms, “Quality is measured by results. We have a proven track record of guiding our patients with hand injuries and conditions to maximize motion, strength, and function, and return to work, recreation and daily functional activities.” P

(NewsUSA) - Making ends meet shouldn’t mean going without your medications. If you have limited income and resources, Medicare’s “Extra Help” program sets it up so you can pay no more than $2.50 for each generic drug and $6.30 for each brand-name drug.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services estimates that “Extra Help” can save participating seniors as much as $3,900 per year.

Now it’s even easier to qualify for “Extra Help” from Medicare. A new law changed how your income and assets are counted in 2010: * Life insurance policies don’t count as resources. * Help you get from relatives, friends and others to pay for property expenses -like food, mortgage, rent, heating fuel or gas, electricity, water and property taxes -- does not count as income.

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These changes mean that more people than ever will now qualify for “Extra Help.” Even if you were turned down for “Extra Help” before, you should reapply. If you qualify, you’ll get help paying for Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums, copayments and deductibles.

To qualify, you must make less than $16,245 a year (or $21,855 for married couples). Even if your income is higher, you may still be able to get some extra help. Your resources must also be limited to $12,510 (or $25,010 for married couples). Resources include bank accounts, stocks and bonds, but not your house or car.

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It’s easy and free to apply for “Extra Help.” You or a family member, trusted counselor or caregiver can apply online at www.socialsecurity.gov/ prescriptionhelp or call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY users should call 1-800-325-0778) and ask for the “Application for Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs.” All the information you give is confidential.

To learn more about Medicare prescription drug coverage, visit www. medicare.gov, or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048.

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Taming A Snack Attack

(NAPSA)-According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 16.9 percent of children and adolescents ages 2 to 19 years are obese, and the incidence is rising.

Some say constant, unhealthy snacking is the culprit. All that extra fat and calories are adding up to a snack monster that has become difficult to tame. Fortunately, there are healthy alternatives. One example is CowRageous!, a delicious, all-natural pudding snack with vitamins A and D from Kozy Shack.

For on-the-go snacks before band or basketball practice, or to toss into school lunch boxes, CowRageous! pudding meets the high nutritional standards that moms demand, yet provides the creamy, delicious taste wanted by kids.

The pudding is available in three kid-approved flavors-chocolate, vanilla and strawberry-and is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin D, calcium and fiber, making it a quick and healthy snack option. CowRageous! pudding does not contain artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. It is low in fat and sodium and it’s gluten-free.

Best of all, it’s available in convenient six-packs weighing in at 100 calories per serving.

Lower Back Pain

by Dr. Joseph Bafile

The majority of back pain patients have not experienced any trauma, accidents or major injuries prior to the onset of their problem. The cause of most back pain is the cumulative affect of improper sitting posture, poor work habits, incorrect lifting, lack of proper exercise and other lifestyle-related factors. All of these factors cause stress and imbalances on the spine and eventually pain.

This is why people often injure their back by just bending over to pick up a piece of paper.

The spine was already compromised and just the simple act of bending was enough to set off the problem. When this occurs, the surrounding back muscles go into spasm to protect the stressed or injured tissues of the back.

In the US, low back pain is one of the most common conditions and one of the leading causes of physician visits. In fact, at least four out of five adults will experience low back pain at some point in their lives. Thirty-one million Americans have low back pain at any given time. One half of all working Americans admit to having back symptoms each year. One third of all Americans over age 18 had a back problem in the past five years severe enough for them to seek professional help. And the cost of this care is estimated to be a staggering $50 Billion yearly--and that’s just for the more easily identified costs!

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LONG TIME • WEAKNESS AND LEG FATIGUE WHILE WALKING • DISCOMFORT WHILE SITTING

Wilkey, Gregory, Byfield, & McCarthy (2008) studied randomized clinical trials comparing chiropractic care to medical care in a pain clinic. “The treatment regimens employed by the pain clinic in this study consisted of standard pharmaceutical therapy (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesics, and gabapentin), facet joint injection, and soft-tissue injection. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) machines were also employed. These modalities were used in isolation or in combination with any of the other treatments. Chiropractic group subjects followed an equally unrestricted and normal clinical treatment regimens for the treatment of [chronic low back pain] were followed.

All techniques that were employed are recognized within the chiropractic profession as methods used for the treatment of [low back pain]. Many of the methods used are common to other manual therapy professions” (p.

466-467). Wilkey, A., Gregory M., Byfield, D., & McCarthy, P. W. (2008). A comparison between chiropractic management and pain clinic management for chronic low-back pain in a national health service outpatient clinic.

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 14(5), 465-473.

After 8 weeks of treatment, the 95% confidence intervals based on the raw scores showed improvement was1.99 for medicine and 9.03 for the chiropractic group. This research indicates that chiropractic is 457% more effective than medicine for chronic low back pain. To say that the medical approach doesn’t have a place in healthcare would be inaccurate and irresponsible, but based upon evidenced based outcome studies, research concludes that for chronic low back pain, the path is chiropractic first and drugs second.

Chiropractic doctors are trained to determine the cause of the injury and are expert at formulating an accurate and effective diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan. The cornerstone of that plan is the chiropractic adjustment. P

The Laurels February Fun

The Laurels has a fun-filled month ahead. Our theme this month is “Sweethearts and Romance” and our activities calendar completely depicts it! We have many ‘sweet’ treats planned like our Super Bowl party complete with snacks, drinks and plenty of football. Doesn’t matter if you’re a Steelers fan, or a Packers fan, just hanging with friends make the traditional celebration so much fun! And we’re really looking forward to our annual Valentine’s Day party! This is in addition to our usual packed calendar of activities.

New Laurels Activities

Michigan Rummy begins on February 5th. Residents will be able to play and win some great items. This new activity will be added to the calendar every month and will also feature delicious snacks and drinks. And everyone is looking forward to the new game called “Apples to Apples”. Come join the fun to see what it’s all about! We also have some new entertainment this month and are looking forward to making new friends. We’re excited about our new adventures and can’t wait to participate in all the new activities!

Valentine’s Day Treats

The annual Laurels Valentine’s Day Party will be held on Monday, February 14th at 12pm. Our friend, Angela Vito

will kick the festivities off and keep us dancing through the day! Along with homemade treats and delicious beverages, we will also be crowning our “Laurels King and Queen”.

Valentine Fundraiser

We are also keeping in tradition with our “Balloon Bouquet Surprise” fundraiser. Family members will have the opportunity to send a beautiful balloon bouquet complete with delicious gourmet candy to their “special resident”. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society of Greater Hazleton. Order forms are mailed out, but if you would like additional copies, please give the office a call. If requested, the form can also be emailed. Thank you to all who intend to participate, we appreciate your generosity and I’m sure the residents appreciate the “sweet and delicious” gift in recognition of the national “Day of Love”!

For a complete list of our February activities, visit our website at www.laurels-seniorliving.com/activities; or check us out on Facebook!

To find out more about our upcoming activity schedule, please stop by the front desk for a calendar or call our activity department at 570-455-7757. You may also inquire by e-mail; activities@laurels-seniorliving.com From the residents and staff at The Laurels...

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Hazleton Fibromyalgia Support Group

On a snowy Sunday afternoon a group of women met at the Art League to enjoy hot tea and snacks, and get to know one another while creating a “vision board” for 2011.

My husband and son say that I’m over-analytical, so at first I was stymied by the instructions of the life coach to go through magazines and clip out inspirational sayings and anything that “spoke” to me. But when she said “just listen to your gut and don’t think about it,” THAT got my attention!

Ever optimistic, I chose the biggest piece of poster board on which to create my vision board. FYI, cutting and pasting for hours with a glue stick like a five year old is very therapeutic!

In the end, when asked to “explain” mine, I could only say it represented my writing, my love of gardening, sewing, crafting and some catchy sayings meant to inspire me in the New Year to earn an income doing---something!

While a vision board is not meant to provide any instant answers, it was the most fun I’ve had in a long time, and I felt great when I left. This got me thinking about how people with fibromyalgia and other chronic illnesses might benefit from also making a vision board.

But we all need a vision for the future. Watch our web site and get your glue sticks ready!

Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at Faith United Church of Christ, located off the Airport Beltway behind Independence Toyota. WE DO NOT MEET IN JANUARY OR FEBRUARY.

On March 2nd a representative of the Sleep & Wellness Clinic of Greater Hazleton will serve as guest speaker to discuss sleep disorders.

Dues are $12/year or $1.00 per meeting (if able to pay). Also, we ask for $1.00 per meeting to the church for heating/air-conditioning costs, if able.

Our Lending Library provides our members with the latest books on fibromyalgia and related subjects. Just come to a meeting and sign your name in the book. It’s free!

See our web site: www.orgsites. com/pa/hfsg

For information or directions, call Carol Vilcko at 788-7363; Debbie Mainiero at 454-2821; Alice Powell at 788-3847; Stacy Morris at 403-6063 or Michelle Hrino at 708-0917.

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Beat the Winter Blahs and KEEP those New Year’s Resolutions at the Y!

Everyone knows that the Y is a great place to work out…but it’s so much more than that. At the Y, the staff is committed to Youth Development by nurturing the potential of every child and teen that walks through their door. They are dedicated to improving the nation’s health and well being, in Y’s across the country. And they are for social responsibility, by giving back and providing

support to their communities.

One of the ways the Y is giving back in February is to offer their new members a free fitness pass for the month. It’s a great way to try a whole bunch of classes, and find the ones that are going to best for YOU to keep those New Year’s Resolutions of becoming fitter and healthier.

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to work out in the water, there are a number of classes to try! Twinges for the Hinges is a water class designed to exercise the joints while toning the muscles of the entire body.

Swimming ability is not necessary and classes are co-ed. Hydro-Fit Water Aerobics includes exercises to promote cardiovascular fitness.

Class includes warm up, aerobics, stretching, toning and cool down, all done to popular music. The Arthritis class is designed for anyone having arthritis or is interested into easing back into an exercise program.

Don’t want to get wet? That’s ok, there’s lot of classes for our land lovers to enjoy! Classes like Energize get you into shape head to toe with simple choreography and plenty of floor exercise to work on those hard to hit areas, Baile-Caliente, and Zumba keep you moving to great music while burning off those unwanted pounds. Beginner Strength Training and Free Weights for Women teach you how to use weights and equipment for resistance training to create a leaner, fitter YOU. Half and Half provides both cardiovascular routines and strength training, Step and Sculpt helps you to burn fat and tone muscles using the Reebok Step and weight training for conditioning. Want a quick but intense way to tone up those abs...Ab Solution may be for you. A hard hitting, quick workout targeting those abdominal and lower back muscles. Just 15 minutes long, a great way to tone up the core. There is also the Fun Friday Fit class, and the Saturday Switch.

You never know what instructor or workout you’ll get each week, guaranteed to keep your workout fresh and fun!

With the February Free Fitness Class Pass for new members, try one, try them all. Find the classes you LOVE and keeping those New Year’s Resolutions will be a breeze!

Reach your goals and make new friends.

With all classes, locker rooms, showers and babysitting are available. Call the Y today at 570-455-2046, or visit them on the web at www.hazletonymcaywca.org.

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Choosing a Primary Care Provider

by Ira Vohra, MD

When it comes to maintaining good health, it takes a village – a multidisciplinary team of experts – to provide comprehensive health care. It’s not unusual for your preventive care regime to include regular visits to more than one doctor: a family physician, an obstetrician or gynecologist, and any specialist involved in treating chronic conditions: an allergist, dermatologist, orthopedist or cardiologist, for example.

However, it’s important to have one team leader quarterbacking your health care, so to speak. This person is your primary care physician and he or she serves as the main gatekeeper for your care. Choosing a primary care physician may be the most important step in caring for your health.

health education, so that you can make informed decisions about your lifestyle, nutrition, and physical activity.

A PCP is typically a family practitioner or an internist, although some obstetricians may function as a PCP for their patients. A family practitioner is a generalist who can treat children and adults of all ages, and may also perform obstetrics and minor surgery. An internist is a doctor who has completed a residency in internal medicine and is trained to care for adults of all ages, as well as treat many different medical problems, from common to complex illnesses.

The advantage of having a PCP over using a walk-in clinic or urgent care center for routine health maintenance is continuity: an ongoing relationship with a single mediWhat is a primary care physician? cal professional will have in-depth knowledge

Your primary care physician (PCP) about you and your health history, family is the doctor you typically see for an annual background, past injuries or illnesses, allerphysical, i.e., your main health care provider gies, and risk factors for certain diseases. for non-emergency care. Your PCP performs routine tests that are needed at various stages Choosing the right doctor for you throughout your life to monitor your health You and your PCP will be together and diagnose and treat medical problems. If for a long time, so making the right choice needed, your PCP can refer you to a specialist is important. You may ask family and friends if a serious illness requiring special manage- for recommendations, check with other ment is necessary. A PCP serves as the chief health providers you may know, or consult facilitator for other physicians involved in with your local hospital for a physician referyour care, making sure that all the compo- ral. nents– from treatments to prescribed medi- As you begin your search for a prications – work together effectively, for your mary care provider, consider the following good health. A PCP will provide preven- tips from the National Institutes of Health: tive care, based on their knowledge of your unique health history, heredity, and other OO Does the physician participate in your factors. He or she will also provide you with insurance plan (also known as an “in-

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What is most important to you in a good PCP? General health and wellness? Experience in the treatment of certain chronic diseases?

What about your personal preferences? Do you feel more comfortable with a male or a female doctor? A young doctor or an older physician? A warm, casual and friendly communication style or one that is more formal?

Does the physician use a conservative or aggressive approach to medical treatment? Does he or she ask about the patient’s preferences regarding specific types of medical treatments?

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Baby Boomers’ Eldercare Wake-up Call

by Marlin Duncan

There are approximately 78 million reasons for boomers to jump on the longterm care strategic thinking, planning and executing bandwagon. According to the U.S. Census Bureau report in 2009, boomers were 78 million strong based on the 2006 census.

The staggering number of aging boomers in America serves as a wake-up call to boomers to start planning for our elder care needs. We’re only more than a decade late. How’s that timeline for urgency, my fellow boomers? Our millennial wake-up call is more urgent if any of the following scenarios are sound bytes from your life.

* Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance: If you are familiar with LTC insurance, you get an “E,” for effort, as my octogenarian mother occasionally said about a few of her former elementary school students who didn’t quite make the grade in reading, writing, or arithmetic. If you have LTC insurance, you’re barely passing with a C-. LTC coverage is a sound baby step, though maybe not for everyone.

* Childbearing Profile: You are single and childless. While having grown children is no guarantee of having at least 1 trustworthy LTC gatekeeper in your golden years, being a parent of an adult child may yield elder care dividends down the road.

* Health: You have been medically diagnosed with at least one chronic medical condition.

* Family Medical History: You have

a family history of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and certain types of cancer and/or diabetes. As is said in Spanish, “¡Ojo!” (Translation: Keep an eye on that!)

* Relationships in Your Family: Some families can’t wait to get as far away from each other as possible as members age. If your family’s relationships are strained, don’t count on family support in your golden years.

Some caregivers could tell you stories about dysfunctional family relationships that erupt in nasty feuds when aging family members need long-term assistive care. Who are your family allies? Do you know? You should. One day in the not too distant future, your daily eldercare may depend on a family member. If that day comes, your primary (family) caregiver should be your elder care advocate.

* Home Upkeep: If you are a homeowner, you know that appliances and various parts of your home eventually will need repairs. Physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, will you be prepared, and able, to keep up with increasing demands of homeownership as you advance in years?

* Family’s Go-To Contact? Your parents are older and/or starting to show signs of age-related or chronic disease health decline. You volunteered, or, Dad asked you for help with mowing the lawn after his heart attack scare. Your sibling who lives closer to your parents than you do has been calling you to vent about “little things” around your aging parents.

* Sibling(s) Lives Closer to Your Elderly Parents: You’ve long assumed that your sibling was merely venting with those telephone calls about your parents. You never gave the conversations a second thought.

Your sibling takes care of helping your parents and lives within 15-minutes of your parents’ home.

* Financially Tangled Elder Web: You feel blindsided when you inadvertently discover that your parents have not paid their (property) taxes for more than a year now.

Then, you discover unopened and unpaid bills in your parents’ home. How, and when, did your parents’ financial affairs get so out of hand?

* Your Emotional Roller Coaster: You wonder what you may have missed and decide that the whole mess is your sibling’s fault. You had nothing to do with this. You have no idea what to do, or, where to begin.

You have your own life, marriage or divorce, relationship woes, job demands, financial challenges, adult child(ren) who just moved back into your home in a dismal economy, mounting debt, and more drama. You’ll help your parents because no one else in your family seems to care.

* Stress: Your anger mounts. You’re depressed. You stop talking to your sibling(s).

You argue with your parents.

You feel so alone.

With 78 million aging boomer cohorts and 65 million caregivers in the U.S., you are part of a supportive community.

Recognizing eldercare’s red flags is one way to achieve confidence that propels you to reach out to healthcare and eldercare professionals for help. Involve your parents and siblings in decisions.

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Surviving Together

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“Woman are far more likely to be aware of the dangers of breast cancer than men are of prostate cancer” explains American Cancer Society volunteer Otto Barbush, “and women are more likely to talk about it than men are”. Surviving Together, a free American Cancer Society program, is an avenue for all patients, men and women facing any type of cancer to meet with other men and women who are facing cancer. Barbush, a prostate cancer survivor, has been involved with the Greater Hazleton Area Surviving Together support group which also includes the Man to Man support program, for more than twenty years. He is assisted in his efforts by his wife, Joan, also a cancer survivor and Jo Ann Casper, a registered nurse at the Geisinger Hazleton Cancer Center.

Otto takes a more relaxed approach to the Surviving Together program than some other support groups do, preferring to provide a more relaxed atmosphere for the patients. Sometimes there are guest speakers; other times it’s more informal with lighthearted chatter.

“We don’t necessarily dwell on cancer at the support group, but it can certainly be a point of discussion when needed by a patient”, Otto says. Spouses and family members are also invited to the meetings.

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They still offer various types of massages ranging from hot stone to swedish and Cancer to Lymphatic Drainage. Due to the extra space from their new facility, they are now offering more Reiki classes, Reiki Circles and other specialty programs including the “Weight Loss Challenge”. If you’re looking to loss some weight, gain some muscle mass or just live a healthier lifestyle, then the Weight Loss Challenge is for you. The NCBTMB, Continuing Education Programs, will now also be able to conduct in their new facility. The NCBTMB program currently offers their students Cancer Massage and Advance

Cancer Massage classes. Geriatrics Massage, which is a CEU, will be added to the program sometime this year. For more information on the NCBTMB program you can visit their website at www.HopeWithinMassage.com or call at (570) 497-4766. At the website you will find a complete list of classes along with their dates and times. Don’t forget on Tuesdays if you call and make an appointment you will receive a free 15 minute hand, foot, or back massage. Hope Within now participates in the ASH (American Specialty Health) insurance network. If your insurance is covered under the ASH network they will be able to take your insurance coverage. So go check out Hope Within’s new facility and don’t forget to take up the free massage offered on Tuesdays. P Coupon

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Skiing Injuries and Prevention

by Anthony Urillo, MPT

The first snow usually means the ski season has begun. Skiing is an exciting and strenuous sport. Part of the thrill of skiing is the inherent risk. Skiers should know the common ski injuries. The upper extremity is often injured in falls. Thumb injuries and ulnar collateral ligament injuries at the base of the thumb account for 8-10% of all ski injuries. Shoulder trauma accounts for 4-11% of skiing injuries. Rotator cuff tendon tear, shoulder dislocation, acromioclavicular separation and clavicle fracture are common.

Knee injuries compromise approximately

33% of all ski injuries. One third of these injuries are to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Finally, head and spine injuries account for less than 10% of all ski injuries however; the results are sometimes devastating.

To prevent these injuries, certain steps should be taken. Prior to skiing, skiers should self-test their bindings by twisting out of the toe piece and releasing out of the heelpiece. Thumb injuries can be reduced by placing your hand through the pole strap from the bottom so when you fall; your hand has a better chance of disengaging the pole.

Helmets are protective against head trauma.

Finally, conditioning programs, which incorporate cardiovascular fitness including aerobic exercise, hamstring strengthening, abdominal and low back strengthening, balance, agility and coordination are effective ways to prevent injuries. Statistically, most injuries happen later in the day when muscles are fatigued and less responsive. Your therapist can help design a conditioning program specific to your skiing needs. P

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The Greater Hazleton Surviving Together support group, is open to any person with any type of cancer; they want to help any cancer patient in need.

“I spend time doing this because I know there is a real need for help and support when you receive the cancer diagnosis and I want to be there to offer this assistance” explains Jo Ann. “I want to help others with this disease because I’ve been through it” Otto adds “and its great to work with someone like Jo Ann who is a delight and comfort to everyone”.

Otto is also available to speak to prostate cancer patients on the phone and is contacted by American Cancer Society officials from as far away as Hershey and Reading to speak to a patient

Meetings will start in the spring and the official date will be posted in the newspaper. The support group meets at Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery, Route 93, Hazleton. If you are interested in attending a meeting, register as a cancer patient in need of patient services by calling 1-800-227-2345. To attend a meeting or request a one-on-one conversation with Otto, call 1-888-227-5445.

The Surviving Together Patient Service is supported by such American Cancer Society fundraising efforts as the Telethon scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 19th , 11:00AM11:00PM, Laurel Mall.

The telethon will be broadcast live on WYLN TV on Service Electric Cablevision, Hazleton, channel 7; Metrocast Cable, Berwick and Poconos, channel 7; Shen Heights Cable TV, channel 15 and Danville CATV, channel 19.

You can also join us at the Laurel Mall for all the festivities including entertainment, a health fair, bake and tricky tray sale, cheerleading contest and an opportunity to hear the uplifting stories of some of our local cancer survivors.

“33 Birthday Candles Wishing for a Cure”is the theme in honor of the 33rd televised year of the Greater Hazleton Area telethon.

The American Cancer Society is the Official Sponsor of Birthdays and as always, you are invited to share this information with someone else and become a birthday sponsor yourself in the fight against cancer.

For further cancer related information, visit our website www.cancer. org.

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Are you bored with your current yoga classes? Does your yoga teacher say the same things in every class like reading from a script? With the growing popularity of yoga in various forms across the country, yoga teachers and studios are popping up everywhere, but there are very few really qualified yoga teachers to be found. Anyone can be a yoga teacher, but what makes a good yoga teacher? At Mystic Power Yoga the teachers teach from experience…THEIR experiences…Life Experiences!!! Real life sharing that is inspiring to others!

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Chamber to Offer OSHA Training in Construction Safety & Health

The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting registrations for a 10 or 30 Hour OSHA Training class for Construction Safety and Health / 29CFR1926 Standards, which is being held early February. The course will be instructed by Joseph A. Thomas, ASC, CPOSH, AOT (RMEC002096) of J. Thomas Safety First, LLC.

All attendees, upon completion of the required hours, will receive their OSHA certification card. This class is recommended for the following individuals to attend: construction workers, construction supervisors, managers and foreman, maintenance department supervisors and managers; maintenance department personnel and any other individual interested in obtaining this certification.

The course will cover the following topics: Introduction to OSHA, OSHA Act and General Duty Clause, Citations and Penalties, (JSA) Job Safety Analysis, OSHA Competent Person, Recordkeeping OSHA SST Program DART and DAFWII Program, OSHA Focus Four (falls, electrical, struck by and caught in between), Fall Protection, Scaffold, Subpart L, Personal Protective Protection, Health Hazards in Construction, Stairways, Walkways and Ladders, Excavations, Trenching and time permitting: material handling, material storage, hand and power tools, cranes, hoists and conveyors, bloodborn pathogens and hazard communications MSDS, RTK.

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cost is $175 for Chamber members and $225 for non-Chamber members. The 30 hour training will include the 10 hour classes as well as Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, February 14th, 15th and 16th from 9 am to 4:30 pm. The cost is $525 for Chamber members and $675 for non-Chamber members. The cost for classes includes training, materials and lunch and the training will take place at the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce office located at 20 West Broad Street in Downtown Hazleton.

To register for the class please contact Leann Fallabel at the Chamber by either calling 455-1509 or email her at lfallabel@hazletonchamber.org.

Registration forms are at www. hazletonchamber.org.

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Winter Safety Tips

Winter is in full swing! It’s important for everyone to be healthy and safe during the winter months. In anticipation of a winter storm, be sure to have a three-day supply of non-perishable food items and a backup water supply, i.e., bottled water. In addition, buy a battery-operated radio and keep extra batteries, flashlights, candles, and blankets/comforters handy. Keep a bus schedule in your purse or wallet, so you’re prepared to get home if you can’t drive.

Seniors need to be especially cautious during the winter months since they are more likely to experience trips/falls in the icy conditions. Also, seniors should be sure to have a medication supply readily available in case of a winter storm. If you’re using medical equipment that has an electric power supply, be certain the back-up battery is always charged. Notify the local fire company if you have electrically powered equipment that is necessary for survival; if there is an extended power outage, transport to a hospital or other facility with back-up power can be arranged if necessary.

OO Keep all sidewalks and driveways clear of snow.

OO Wear thick, rubber-soled shoes to improve traction.

OO Keep a full salt bucket near your front door, so you can easily maintain your steps/ side-

walk area.

OO Check your heating system before the cold weather sets in that way if there are any problems, all issues can be rectified before a storm.

OO Get your chimney serviced and keep it well maintained.

OO Be careful with your space heaters!

They should always be a minimum of three feet away from other people and pets.

Mental and emotional well-being is just as important as winter safety. The winter weather can cause hazardous driving conditions and prevent regular social gatherings. Be sure to take advantage of mild weather conditions and get out of the house for some much needed social time—plan a lunch date with friends or go to the movies. It’s important to remain upbeat and motivated during the cold winter months, so you can dive right back into everyday activities as soon as it becomes warmer! P

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Effective immediately Hazleton General Hospital (HGH) has implemented visiting restrictions in an effort to limit the spread of the Influenza virus to patients, visitors and staff.

Children under the age of 13 will not be allowed to visit the hospital due to a second circulating virus— respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a potentially dangerous respiratory virus targeting children. The influenza and RSV viruses are transmitted from person to person through close contact.

Additional restrictions include: • Only two adult visitors per patient at any given time. This applies to the emergency department as well.

• Only immediate adult family members may visit the Maternity Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Step-down Unit and Pediatric patients.

• If you are feeling ill with a cold, fever, or respiratory illness, please do not visit. If, however, you are an immediate family member who must visit, please ask for a mask at the main lobby’s Information Desk or at a nurses’ station and wear it at all times.

These precautions are being taken for the health and safety of our patients, visitors, and hospital staff. Also, visitors are strongly encouraged to use the hand sanitizers that are readily available throughout the hospital facility prior to and after your visit.

HGH has had twenty confirmed cases of Influenza between December and January. “The spread of Influenza can be prevented,” said Michael Golden, Vice President of Nursing at Hazleton General Hospital. “People who are ill with a fever and cough should stay home.

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water, and cover your nose and mouth with tissues when coughing to limit the spread of germs.”

Persons at the highest risk for severe illness are the elderly; those with chronic medical problems, such as heart or lung conditions; or those with weaken immune systems.

According to the PA Department of Health most of the recent influenza hospitalizations and deaths in Pennsylvania were in people who had no recent history of influenza vaccination. Flu vaccines are very effective at preventing influenza in children. Flu vaccines are readily available this season, are well matched to the circulating strains and there is still time to get a flu vaccine. The flu vaccine is good for anyone above 6 months of age.

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Nerve Compression: A Source of Persistent Heel Pain

by John A. Scheland, DPM

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“To the outside world we will grow old.

But not to brothers and sisters. We know each other as we always were. We know each other’s hearts. We live outside the touch of time.“ - Clara Ortega “For sleep, health and wealth to be truly enjoyed, they must be interrupted.“ - Jean Paul Richter “A final comfort that is small, but not cold: The heart is the only broken instrument that works.“ - T.E. Kalem

Heel pain is one of the most common complaints podiatrists see in the office today. The majority of these patients suffer from a condition known as “plantar fasciitis” more commonly known as “heel spur syndrome”. The condition usually presents itself in the form of sharp pain to the heel when one begins to walk after a period of being off their feet. The sufferer notices this most with the first few steps in the morning. Plantar fasciitis responds well to a host of different treatments such as stretching, physical therapy,

anti-inflammatories, orthotics, and steroid injections and in rare cases surgery. However, if the symptoms don’t improve after a short course of therapy, or burning or shooting pain as well as pain during rest accompanies the heel pain, then chances are you could be suffering from a condition known as tarsal tunnel syndrome.

Tarsal tunnel syndrome is similar to carpal tunnel syndrome in the wrist; both are associated with compression and entrapment of a major nerve. This nerve is located inside and behind the ankle. Symptoms related to this syndrome include numbness, burning and general pain in the foot and ankle and often mimics heel spur syndrome. Tarsal tunnel syndrome can be a serious condition and if left untreated can result in irreversible nerve damage resulting in permanent loss of sensation or loss of function of the foot or ankle.

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For blinding glare when driving, simple solutions abound in the form of polarized, prescription sunglasses. In fact, a clinical study conducted by Essilor as a precursor to the survey found that driver reaction times improve by one-third of a second for drivers who wear polarized lenses. For a car traveling 50 miles per hour, one-third of a second allows a driver to stop 23 feet sooner, or the Glare Dangers

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Sixty percent of eyeglass wearers OO Keep your car’s windshield clean. surveyed agree that when driving during the day, glare from sun and snow makes it difficult to see while driving; however, those with prescription sunglasses, particularly those with polarized lenses experience less trouble.

Currently, only one-third of eyeglass wearers have prescription sunglasses with polarized lenses, so it’s critical that consumers discuss with their eye care professionals the lifesaving benefits of polarized, prescription sunglasses.

(NAPSA)-Good vision is an essential part of driving safely, and more than 90 percent of decisions and reactions made behind the wheel depend on it. While many believe a bright, sunny day is optimal for driving, the reality is that blinding glare from sun, snow and vehicles can be a significant contributing factor to fatal auto accidents.

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Watermelon Oat Crumble Serves 6 to 8 2 cups rolled or quick cook oats 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1/8 cup honey 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup chopped pecans 6 cups watermelon balls Toss the oats, sugar, honey, cinnamon and pecans until mixed well.

Spread into an even layer on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. Bake in pre-heated 300°F oven until golden brown. Turn off oven leaving the tray in for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.

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Watermelon S’mores

Serves 4 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate chips 4 2 x 4 x 1-inch-thick rectangles of seedless watermelon 1 cup mini marshmallows Sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs over the center of 4 plates.

Drizzle 1/3 of the dark chocolate over the crumbs. Place a watermelon rectangle over the crumbs and chocolate on each plate.

Drizzle 1/3 of the dark chocolate over the watermelon. Sprinkle the marshmallows over the watermelon and drizzle the remaining chocolate over the marshmallows.

The DASH eating plan (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is a highly recommended diet that has been proven to lower blood pressure. It’s been endorsed by: n The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (one of the National Institutes of Health, of the US Department of Health and Human Services) n The American Heart Association n The Dietary Guidelines for Americans n US guidelines for treatment of high blood pressure And new research has shown that following the DASH diet over time will reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease, as well as kidney stones. The benefits of the DASH diet have also been seen in teens with hypertension.

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Grilled Scallops and Watermelon Mini Kebabs

12 sea scallops 4 cups boiling vegetable or chicken broth 24 1 x 1-inch watermelon cubes 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger Cut the scallops into halves across the diameter to create half-moon shapes. Place them in a heatproof casserole dish in a single layer.

Pour the boiling clear broth over the scallops and let them poach for 5 minutes. Drain and cool the scallops. On each skewer alternate 1 half-moon scallop, then 2 watermelon cubes, then another halfmoon scallop. Mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic and ginger and brush the kebabs as they are grilled over a medium hot grill for about 90 seconds per side turning once. Serve warm. Serves 12 as an appetizer.

Watermelon season is roughly May through October. But you can enjoy delicious imported watermelon all year round.

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by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener We gardeners are chomping at the bit by late winter. Poring over seed catalogues and dreaming of beautiful flowers and tasty, homegrown vegetables is one way to cope with the yearning to get busy growing, but there are some practical, active things we can do during the winter months as well. One of the most beneficial is to scout for and destroy the egg masses of harmful insects on our trees and shrubs.

Last year didn’t bring severe gypsy moth damage, but there was a significant presence of eastern tent caterpillars or Malacosoma americanum (Fabricius). Our beautiful crabapple (one of this pest’s preferred victims) suffered a severe infestation, resulting in early loss of leaves and serious stress on the tree. This is the time of year when we can help our tree without harming the environment by eradicating its eggs.

The Eastern tent caterpillar moth lays its eggs in a mass that encircles small twigs of the host plant. The mass is about one inch in length, brown in color, and foamlike with a varnished appearance. Each mass contains about 150 to 350 eggs. Pruning and destroying the infested twigs is an effective way to control the pests. Do not leave the pruned twigs on the ground or the eggs may still hatch and damage your tree.

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erpillar egg masses, keep an eye out for gypsy moth [Lymantria dispar (Linnaeus)] eggs as well. These masses are buff-colored when first deposited, but become lighter over time.

They vary in size from 1/2 to 1-1/2 inches long and contain from 400 to 600 eggs. They can be found on tree trunks and branches, stones, houses and a variety of other structures. Scrape off any masses you find and destroy them. Again, do not just scrape them onto the ground where the eggs may survive and hatch.

Trees most commonly attacked by tent caterpillars are cherry, apple and crabapple. They will also feed on ash, birch, willow, maple, oak, peach, plum, witch-hazel and black gum. Gypsy moths attack a wide variety of deciduous trees and even some evergreens. In northeastern Pennsylvania, oak trees have suffered tremendously from gypsy moth infestations.

So put on your winter gear and roust out these pests before they can hatch and do harm . You’ll not only be saving trees, but also protecting the environment by controlling these pests without using toxic chemicals, harming beneficial insects and wildlife, or impacting our watershed. And you’ll get fresh air and exercise as an added bonus!

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LEHMAN TWP.—Penn State Cooperative Extension Master Gardener committee members have announced that the 2011 Spring into Gardening Workshop will be held Saturday, April 30, 2011 at the Technology Center, Penn State Wilkes-Barre Campus, Lehman. The group met recently to plan the all-day workshop that will include sessions on vegetable gardening, pests and diseases in the garden, native plants, herbs, sustainable lawns/turf grass, period gardening and new plant introductions for 2011. A plant sale and flea market will be held on premise, and there will be garden related giveaways following the last session.

For more information, contact Penn State Cooperative Extension, Luzerne County, at 825-1701, or 1-888-825-1701. The workshop is open to all interested persons.

Committee members, shown seated from left, are Mary Ann Miller, Sharon Telesky, Marta Jones, and Linda Gillies. Standing: Roberta Troy, Roseann Nardone, Jean Kolojejchick, and Jo Robbins. Absent from photo: Dave Orbin, Mary Ann Finch, Cindy Beck, Barbara Soyka, and Sandy Visintainer.

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All-Phase Electric Supply is helping you save energy this winter. All-Phase is stocking a Honeywell electronic programmable thermostat to help manage heating the house. These programmable thermostats carry an energy star rating. Installing an energy star rated programmable thermostat qualifies PPL customers for a rebate of the purchase price up to $50.00. This information can be found on the PPL website, or you can stop by

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Hayden Electric has seen a tremendous amount of change in the electrical field over the past three decades. It had always been a goal to continue to train technicians and stay ahead of the competition in having the largest team of qualified personnel in our field.

One of the latest advances in production of electricity in our country has been with Solar Electricity. Although this form of electricity production has been popular in Europe for many years, it has most recently caught on it the states due to the recent rise in energy costs, combined with the efforts to produce more clean (green) methods of producing energy.

With State and Federal government incentives in place over the past year, Solar has become a very attractive option for producing electricity for homes and businesses in Pennsylvania. To consider a system like this one must first determine what the return on investment would be. Today the return on a solar investment can be a little as five years.

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and/or property for its ability to house a solar production system. Solar arrays can be effective mounted on a flat roof or a roof facing toward south. If land is available, the system can be mounted on the ground in a location where shading is minimal, or non-existent.

Most effective systems in our area are those that are connected to the utility grid. A utility grid refers to the wired system that currently supplies electricity to a home or business. The solar array would produce the electricity and make it readily available for use before using power sent from the utility company. When solar production exceeds the power required at any given moment, the power is sent back through the grid to the utility company, spinning the home or business’ electric meter backwards. Basically like storing the electricity on the grid, to be used later when more electricity may be required, at night for example once everyone is home from work or school.

Electricity produced by solar saves the property from buying that amount of electricity from a utility company. Once 1000 Kilowatt hours are produced, a state monitored system generates a Solar Renewable Energy Credit (SREC). The SREC’s are purchased by utility companies. Utility companies buy the credits to meet state requirements for solar electricity production. Each PA SREC normally sells for over $300.00 each. The sale of the credits play a significant part in reducing the investment on the system.

PA State currently is approving grants on a first come first serve basis. High or low income have no relevance to application approval. PA State is currently paying $1.25 per watt for residential systems. Similar grants are available for businesses. Grants are available only until monies earmarked are awarded. The federal government is providing for 30% tax credit on the remaining cost of the system.

Hayden Electric has a full team of individuals trained for the installation of solar electric production systems. Call us today at 455-6109 to schedule a free, on-site, evaluation for solar electric production with the mention of this article. Or visit us on the web at www.haydenelectric.com. P

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There is nothing like an evening wedding for style and glamour. The sun sets, the stars come out and there is a certain mood in the atmosphere. Just four hours earlier, people are rushing and hurrying along with their day. When evening comes, suddenly it gives off a sense of drama, intrigue and sophistication. Even the dress attire is different.

We tend to think of the evening as more upscale and elegant. Everything should reflect this shift from day to night including the food, the music, the attire and the décor.

There is an intriguing growth in popularity of Friday and Sunday evening weddings. Many venues and photographers offer discounts if couples book their wedding for a Friday or Sunday wedding making the wedding not only affordable but also unique.

Many times the bride and groom have a specific venue or professional in mind. Friday and Sunday evening weddings allow a greater opportunity to have the one that you want.

Also, many professionals are less hurried for an evening wedding, so there is more care and thoughtful little touches added than if hurried by an earlier wedding.

Many brides who have opted for an evening wedding have stated that they were more relaxed planning for their evening wedding. They stated that they were not tired for their evening wedding since they did not have to wake up at the crack of dawn. They were able to schedule their hair, make-up and manicure appointments for later in the day.

They also relayed that they didn’t feel rushed and they were able to coordinate everyone much easier because there was more time and everyone was more rested and relaxed.

We all know that the bride is the focal point at every wedding. Many do not know that, according to proper etiquette rules, it’s the bride’s dress that sets the tone for the entire affair. An evening wedding can either be a black tie event or a more casual suit jacket and tie. Please note that either of these can be affordable and elegant with special tricks of the trade.

If a couple is going for black tie event the bride’s dress should have a lot of impact. Don’t shy away from long trains and lots of heavily embellished bodices with tons of crystals, sequins and beading. Your jewelry can be ornate including large pieces and dangling earrings. The veil should also have a strong presence. Wear a blusher or a layered veil with jewel accents.

For the couple who thinks the black tie event is too stuffy, the bride can choose a dress such as a slinky sheath style made of

chiffon, organza or lace. Just make sure the fabric flows and appears almost liquid-like.

Jewelry can still be quite striking. Make it glamorous and remember, the more it sparkles the better. Anything that catches the light. As for a veil, try a cathedral length veil with a sheath dress. It not only adds sophistication but a little “wow” factor too.

The décor of the evening wedding will definitely create the ambiance. Don’t be afraid to pull out all stops. Evening spells enchanting, magical and majestic. So there is no such thing as going too far. The color theme should be full of rich and sophisticated colors. Green is the color for 2011. It symbolizes health, growth, life and fertility. Try deep, wonderful greens such as emerald, a dark earthy sage or peridot matched with metallic bronze. You can use accent colors such as regal purple, deep espresso or rich burgundy. If color isn’t your thing, black and white always screams sophistication. Start with a clean white table linen and then add a shimmering silk shantung in black or a metallic overlay in silver, gold or bronze. The centerpieces should be tall, filled with elegant flowers like orchids and lilies. Accent them with twigs and flowing plants like ivy or ferns. Or you can really give it the wow factor and use berries, feathers and crystals. The possibilities are endless. Also, ask your florist about orchids in deep, rich colors like purple, burgundy or even black.

Your cake should take on a dramatic flair with jewels, sparkle and glitter. Start with a cream color in different textures such as silky, shimmery, matte ribbon motif alternating the layers with unique angles. Adding fresh flowers that match your wedding flowers is in for 2011. Top it all off with a monogram covered in crystals.

The evening wedding also calls for food that is geared towards the sophisticated palette. An inexpensive way to do this is serve your guests in unique ways. Try shots of soups such as bisques and French Onion.

Or little bites on porcelain spoons. Chocolate fountains are always popular served with fresh fruit or tasty treats like small bite sized cheesecakes. Remember, presentation is half the battle. Try something as simple as having the staff serve the food on trays above their shoulders. You’ll be amazed at how elegant this looks.

And finally but not least, the single most important thing that can add more elegance than anything is…candlelight, candlelight, candlelight. Place candles everywhere.

Floating candles are especially elegant and

stunning. Use them as part of you centerpieces. Use them to illuminate the cake or an ice sculpture.

Also, speaking as a photographer, candlelight is the most flattering light.

Planning an evening wedding can be enjoyable and allow you to tap into your creative side. Keep in mind all of the unique and special things you can do to create a magical and truly spectacular event that your guests will be sure not to forget.

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Legends of Saint Valentines

There are many legends that surround the origins of St. Valentine’s Day, a holiday that has withstood many depressing eras. The socio-economic forces involved with the holiday have contributed to its continuity – like lovers of all ages focusing on this bright spot amid the bleakness of winter, and the suppliers of goods that emphasize the message of affection.

The genesis of St. Valentine’s Day is clothed in a number of legends, some of which include the following: OO On February 14, 273 A.D., a Roman priest named Valentine was beheaded

by Emperor Claudius II. The Emperor had outlawed marriages because he felt they decreased the male’s zest for battle. Valentine was condemned to death because he ignored the emperor’s decrees and continued to perform marriages for young lovers.

OO Another St. Valentine (there are reports of up to eight around this time period) was a Roman martyr who had

been jailed. Valentine wrote love letters to his jailer’s daughter with the last note signed, “Your Valentine.” Other sources cite this Valentine as restoring the sight of his captor’s daughter.

OO Yet another legend Valentine was a young Christian priest who lived in Rome in the 3rd Century A.D. He was martyred because of his faith and a feast day was kept on the anniversary of his death. The date was February 14. The legend of St. Valentine says that while imprisoned in Rome, the young priest wanted to assure his loved ones of his well being. Just beyond his cell window grew a cluster of violets.

He picked some of the heart-shaped leaves, and on them he scratched the words, “Remember Your Valentine,” and sent them off by a friendly dove.

The next day, he sent more messages saying simply, “I love you.”

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it was once written and pronounced with a “v.”

In England, the Romans, who had taken over the country, had introduced a pagan fertility festival held every February 14. After the Romans left England, nearly a century later the pagan ritual was abolished by Pope Gelsius who established St. Valentine’s Day as a celebration of love in 496 A.D. During the middle Ages, Europeans believed that birds chose their mates each year on February 14. People developed their own adaptation of this ornithological myth and began the practice of drawing lots, letting fate decide the names of each person’s “Valentine.” Small gifts and sweets were exchanged, and this became a common procedure for the amorously inclined young men and women of this period.

Ancient Romans celebrated a festival in mid-February called Lupercalia in honor of Lupercus, the Roman equivalent of the Greek god, Pan. Festivities included a matchmaking ritual in which young men drew the names of young women, who either became their dancing partners during the “Rites of Pan” or their partner for the year.

The Frenchman, Charles duc d’Orleans, sent love poems to his wife while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London on February 14, 1415.

These may have been the first written Valentines and, as the ideas caught on; such notes were accompanied by chocolate and sweets.

The 17th century diarist, Samuel Pepys, records that lovers exchanged mementos like gloves, rings and sweetmeats on St. Valentine’s Day. Shakespeare suggested, “Sweets to the Sweet” in Hamlet.

In America, the pilgrims sent confections such as sugar wafers, marzipan, sweetmeats, and sugarplums to their betrothed. Great value was placed on these gifts because they included what was then a rare commodity, sugar. After the late 1800’s sugar beet became widely used and more available, and sweet gifts continued to be valued and enjoyed.

As the candy-giving custom grew, American colonists made homemade candies with love notes scratched in the surface. By the mid-nineteenth century, candy-makers were preparing deliciously flavored sugar lozenges, pressed into hearts and imprinted with words of love – the beginning of the modern day conversation heart. Red and white confections became popular with red representing “Passion” and white the “Purity” of love.

By the turn of the century, heart shaped boxes of chocolate began to appear in confectionery shops from coast to coast.

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The Greater Hazleton Concert Series continues its 75th Diamond Anniversary Season with the Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway featuring five dazzling Broadway Stars. The performance featuring memorable hits from the greatest musicals on Broadway in the last 100 years will be held in the Hazleton High School Auditorium Friday, February 11th at 7:30 PM.

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100 Years of Broadway recreates the finest moments from the greatest musicals of the century featuring the actual stars of shows such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Aida, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Jekyll & Hyde. 100 Years of Broadway is a jubilant revue of Broadway’s most beloved songs, including treasures from Jerome Kern, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Kander and Ebb, Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim, and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

These amazing performers light up the stage with songs from the hit shows in which they starred. Neil Berg presents brilliantly revived arrangements of Broadway classics as well as thrilling numbers from Broadway’s newest hit shows. Along with musical director and pianist Neil Berg, the Hazleton performance will feature Grant Norman (Gaston, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast), Danny Zolil (Jesus, Jesus Christ Superstar), Chuck Wagner (Dr. Jekyll, Jekyll & Hyde), Rebecca Pitcher (Christine Daae, The Phantom of the Opera), Andrea Rivette (Emma Carew , Jekyll and Hyde, and Ellen,

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Standing on the Corner

by Larry Ksanznak

Every time I hear the Four Freshman sing, “Standing on the Corner Watching All the Girls Go By” it reminds me of a very special time in the Greater Hazleton Area. There was a time when standing on the corner or sitting in your parked car on Broad Street on Wednesday and Friday nights was a rite of passage into manhood and womanhood.

I frequently hear the lament of our current teenagers about the difficulties in finding an appropriate date. Many churches continue to provide opportunities for young people to meet and have fellowship in church halls. The shopping malls are the new assembling area for teenagers. The other connections are texting, e-mails, cell phones, face book and other electronic communication

networking practices. This is the way our social network functions in our present society.

In the 1940’s,1950’s and 1960’s life was simpler and less complex for teenagers. There were several major social interchanges that embraced the teenage culture. The social centers were street corners, parking your car on Broad Street and gathering at the old Y.M.C.A. and Y.W.C.A. on Broad street in Hazleton. The local churches continued their outreach programs and events to meet the spiritual, social and emotional needs of teenagers.

There was a magical time when teenage boys would stand in front of Brehm’s and George’s Restaurants, Bator’s Store, Uchno’s Pool Room and Pajovich Store in West Hazleton. The girls would be found sitting

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in booths at the Hazle Milk, Gildenberg’s Drug Store or Lindy’s. There were only a handful of boys who had access to a car so there was limited parking on Broad Street in West Hazleton. In Hazleton the Y.W.C.A. sponsored weekly well chaperoned dances that were well attended by teenagers in the Hazleton Area. Boys would spend countless hours playing basketball at the Y.M.C.A. and then stand in front of the building to girl watch before heading home. Mike Klutcher, Emil Wandishin, Ernie Serafine, Joe Scarcella, Jimmy Brennan, Zack Taylor, Harry Wendel,Jim Mulligan, Jackie Sipple and Lou Smith. Several other prime locations included Brother’s, Dove and Madison Restaurants, Coney Island and Jimmy’s. The teenage boys were always searching for the very best parking spot on Broad Street on Wednesday and Friday nights. Carl Christopher set claim to the space in front of Cosgrove’s. Red Fowler took claim on the spot in front of Howard’s and Zack Taylor sought out the space in front of the Dove. There were other teenage drivers who preferred to “cruise” up and down Broad Street and Wyoming Street. Since a gallon of gas was twenty cents it allowed for ample cruising time on a limited budget.

Teenage girls and boys knew where a special someone would be located so that is where they did their walking with their friends. On Friday night in front of Brehm’s you would find Jimmy Striney, Henry Ostrowski, Leo Podlesny, Billy Leonard, “Cotton” Payne, Eddie Koloskie, Joe Czutno, Brother Corvino, Tommy Antolick, Ron Kaplan, Jerry Duffy, Joe Planutis, Buddy Bainbridge, Joe Gladnick, Bob Howey, Steve Kowalick , Ossie O‘Donnell, and Johnny Seamon. At Bator’s Store you would find Bob Probert, Dan Sekanovich, Buzz Treible, Ed Warnet, “Pills” Powell, Frankie Berge, Milo Masonovich, Joey Callen, Sr. George Hawke, Eddie Junay, Glenny DeFrancisco, Jim Evanko, John Ginther and Larry Ksanznak.

As groups of girls walked by on their way to the Hazle Park or Hersker’s Theatre a conversation would ensue with the boys.

If there were four girls a group of four boys would begin to walk behind the girls. After a few blocks a mutual decision would be made if the conversation would continue or the boys would return to their staging area. If there was a mutual agreement the boys would join the girls as they made their way to the Hazle Park, Russell’s Ice Cream Store or the movies. The teenage girls would sit in booths at the Hazle Milk and play the automated record machine attached to the walls in the booths. Some of the girls were Rosie Grovich, Nancy Higgins, Liz Howell, Joan Wehner, Joyce Schofield, Emma Sandler, Nancy Dinklocker, Janie Butler, Janet Szutowitz, Peggy

Corvino, Joannie Heisner, Cecil Meisner, Janie Brandau, Marge Treible, Marie Yencho, Patsy O’Donnell, Mary Lapinski, Evelyn Filoretto, Connie Kulig, Bernadette Cartesvich, Joan Dubrawsky, Nancy Facenilli, Sallie O’Donnell, Dorothy Shelacky, Joan Hardish, Dawn Atkins, Gertie Martins, Rosie Redner, Joannie Rough, Bobbi Hill and Lois Stumpf.

There were unwritten ground rules on appropriate behavior when you were standing on the street corner. Girls were treated with respect and courtesy. When girls walked by and a boy became annoying there was a firm “no” or get lost message. Older brothers and sisters kept tabs on siblings.

The worst punishment of all was when your mother heard about a bad street conduct. It wasn’t pretty when you arrived home.

In Hazleton the Y.W.C.A. Canteen was one of the most popular teenage social centers. On Wednesday and Friday evenings there were SRO only crowds at the dances.

The focus was on quality music and continuous dancing throughout the evening. Some of the best dancers in the Hazleton area demonstrated their skills and talents on the dance floor. Some of the teenagers who attended these dances were Eleanor Cusate, Nan and Carol Smith, Nancy Higgins, Tommy Scambia, Rose Nunguesser, Alan Holman, Jimmy Diana, Paul Petruzzi, Ann Pozzessere, Pat Ferry, Tom Mastrota, Janet Kolb, Sallie Scarbo, Larry Lengle, Neal Leonard, Betty Purcell, Walt Stanek, Nancy Dinklocker, Liz Howell, Rosie Grovich,Tom McCoury, Giles Phillips, Joe Magne, Theresa Mariana, Pat Farace, Bunny Mehalick, Ernie Serafine, Lois Stumpf, Matt Parrell, Jackie Sipple, Kitty Diana, Joannie Rough, Nancy Saylor, Frank Sando, Jackie Knoblaugh, Joe Patosho, Nancy Krapf and Joyce Schumach.

The common denominator that

connected young adults was the enjoyment of music. There was always the sound of music at the Pines, Barn, Y.W.C.A., Lindy’s, Hazle Milk or the car radios of cars parked on Broad Street. Some of the songs that were played the most were the Mills Brothers “Glow Worm“, Pied Pipers “Dream”, Tommy Dorsey “Marie”, Frank Sinatra “I‘ll Never Smile Again”, Jo Stafford “You Belong to Me”, Joni James “I Can Dream Can’t I”, Four Aces “”Tell Me Why”, Don Cornell and Sammy Kaye “It Isn’t Fair”, Patti Page “The Doggie in the Window“, Frankie Laine “That’s My Desire”, Nat King Cole “Unforgettable”, Vaughn Monroe “Ghost Riders in the Sky”, Doris Day “My Secret Love”, Louie Armstrong “A Kiss to Build a Dream On”, Johnny Mercer “Candy”, Tony Bennett “Because of You”, Patsy Kline “Crazy”, Billy Eckstein “I Apologize”, Rosemary Clooney “Come on to my House”, Perry Como “If ”, Johnny Ray “Cry”, Les Paul and Mary Ford “How High the Moon”, Jimmy Dorsey “So Rare”, Glenn Miller “In the Mood”, Peggy Lee “Sentimental Journey” and the McGuire Sisters “Sincerely”

The older men had their own motives and rituals by sitting in front of the West Hazleton Rod and Gun Club and the Smoke Shop. It was all about hunting, fishing clay pigeon shooting contests, bowling, dart shooting and high school, college, and professional sports. On summer evening the men would sit on chairs in front of the store fronts and trade secrets about the best fishing and hunting areas. There were many hotly contested discussions about the best teams in baseball. The favorite teams were the “Yankees”, “Phila. A’s”, “Red Sox” , “Phillies”, and the “Cardinals.”

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Throughout the 74 years of their existence, this outstanding group of entertainers has presented thousands of shows throughout the United States, Canada, Russia, South and Central America, and all parts of Eastern Europe. Whether it is the simple artistry of the opening folk song number…or the pageantry within the entire ensembles’ efforts…the Tamburitzans bring a deep respect and devotion to their craft.

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7 Things to do Alone on Valentine’s Day

by John Cressman, Certified Hypnotherapist

If you are alone this Valentine’s Day don’t be discouraged that you don’t have someone special to spend the day with. There are millions of us out there who are single and will be spending our day alone too. While it would be pretty easy to sit around feeling sorry for ourselves, there are some things out there that we can do alone to make this holiday happy even if we are alone.

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Instead of sitting around and moping all day, call a bunch of your same-sex friends and have a night out. This will take your mind off of being single because you’ll be caught up in all the fun. If you hit up a bar, tell the bartender. You never know, it could get you that free drink you’ve been wanting!

If a bar isn’t your scene and you want something with a little more class, go to a fancy restaurant instead. No one says just because you’re single you have to have a cheap Valentine’s Day.

If you’re into music, find a good concert. You can also look online for ideas if you feel like trying something new. Time flies when you are having fun and the best way to have fun is to do something you like. You can also just go somewhere that probably won’t be pushing the Valentine’s Day thing, like a sporting event. The less you’re reminded that you are alone on Valentine’s Day the better your day will be.

are more and more single people on this holiday so round up some of your single friends (we all have them) and have a party! You can play some party games to make it feel more like Valentine’s Day or you can be more tame and just hang out watching a movie.

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Since we’re single and have no one to pamper us, we can do that ourselves. Go shopping and pamper yourself for Valentine’s Day this year. Stores won’t be nearly as crowded as restaurants so go out and buy yourself something you’ve been admiring every time you go to the store. Splurge and pamper yourself since there’s no one to do it for you!

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You could always ask someone out.

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The Big Brothers Big Sisters annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake in Hazleton is a Bowlathon run by Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies around the country.

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Participate in this Bowling Event at Hazleton Bowl Arena on Saturday March 26th, 2011 TO HELP NEEDY CHILDREN IN OUR OWN COMMUNITY.

Remember, the target for each Team Member is to ask about 5 to 7 people for $5.00 - $10.00 each, to reach a goal of at least $50.00 per Team Member.

(Some Bowlers prefer to be sponsored per pin bowled, but flat amount donations are far easier for all to handle.)

There are many exciting prizes for different amounts of money raised

Call or mail form to:

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Fundraisers such as the Bowl For Kids’ Sake allow our programs to continue to grow as they serve children in our area. Our mentors offer one-on-one friendships as responsible, caring adult volunteers.

Your participation will allow us to improve the quality and quantity of the services we provide.

A cool T-Shirt and another mystery gift for every individual Bowler who raises $50.00 or more.

Chances to win door prizes and Tricky Trays all day long.

Free food, beverages and other refreshments.

Bowling Shoes will be issued free of charge for those who need them.

Get a group of up to 6 friends together to form a team: Name:

Address:

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Indicate your preferred Bowling Time: Detach this card, add postage on the reverse side and mail to Big Brothers Big Sisters in Hazleton.

Your Team Card will be processed quickly and the Team Captain will receive an envelope from Big Brothers Big Sisters containing the following important information.Your Bowling Time will be confirmed.There will be a Sponsor Form in the envelope for each Team Member.

This form helps each participant record the dollar donations from friends, relatives, neighbors, co-workers and businesses.

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This may explain why, in a survey commissioned by Schiff Nutrition, three out of four cardiologists say that if they had to choose one dietary supplement to support cardiovascular health, they’d choose omega-3 fatty acids.

“Good heart health should begin early, and by the time a woman reaches 35, heart health should be a major priority and focus,” said Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, attending cardiologist and the director of Women and Heart Disease of the Heart and Vascular Institute of Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, and a paid spokesperson for Schiff Nutrition.

“It’s imperative that women take responsibility for their cardiovascular health and be knowledgeable about the best ways to keep the heart healthy.”

Gaining popularity among omega3s are krill oil products, and for good reason.

Unlike fish oil, the omega-3 fatty acids in krill are mainly carried to the body’s cells in phospholipid form, which allows for easy absorption by the body.

Another reason for their popularity is that krill oil softgels have no fishy aftertaste or burp back, and because most krill oil softgels are much smaller than traditional fish oil pills, they are easier to swallow.

Dr. Steinbaum recommends MegaRed 100 percent Pure Omega-3 Krill Oil to her patients. “It is important to incorporate omega-3’s for cardiovascular protection. A MegaRed krill oil softgel is easily tolerated and a perfect way of being proactive to support your heart health.” Dr. Steinbaum follows her own advice and takes one small softgel each day.

In addition to supplements, Steinbaum also stresses the importance of diet and exercise. Eating a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and fiber while cutting back on saturated and trans fats can play a big role in keeping your heart healthy.

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Avoiding Tax Relief Scams

(NAPSA)—If you owe back taxes and don’t know how you will pay the IRS, it may seem like a company that promises to significantly reduce your tax bill has the answer to your problems. Not so fast. You could end up deeper in debt.

According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection agency, tax relief companies use the radio, TV and Internet to advertise help for taxpayers in distress.

These companies claim that for an upfront fee, which can be thousands of dollars, they can reduce or even eliminate your tax debts and stop back-tax collection by applying for legitimate IRS hardship programs.

The truth is that most taxpayers don’t qualify for such programs, the companies don’t settle the tax debt and, in many cases, don’t even send the necessary paperwork to the IRS. Adding insult to injury, some of these companies don’t provide refunds and leave people even further in debt.

Some taxpayers who filed complaints with the FTC reported that, after signing up with some of these companies and paying thousands of dollars in upfront fees, Continues on page 83.

Estate Planning - Part Three: The Reasons for Having A Will

by Gordon L. Bigelow, Esq.

In estate planning, in mapping out the plan there are several reasons why each of us should have a validly executed Will.

First, with a well drafted Will, following the marshalling of the individual’s assets and taking into consideration the desires and needs of the client, the Will can dispose of those assets owned by the client at the time of his or her death (probate assets) which do not otherwise pass by terms of contract or operation of law (non-probate assets). Those assets which are non-probate are assets which have beneficiary designations in documentation signed by the client prior to death, such as individual retirement accounts, annuities, life insurance proceeds, retirement plans, transfer of death accounts, or jointly owned assets with right of survivorship.

Second, a well drafted Will will take advantage of reducing and/or avoiding state inheritance tax or federal estate taxes. Such advantages may include providing for alternate beneficiaries if a surviving spouse should disclaim interest in property under a Will, to take advantage of applicable federal estate tax exclusions. You can establish a trust under a Will to hold property for the benefit of a surviving spouse that will provide for the passing of assets ultimately to children so that the assets not being included in the surviving spouse’s estate upon his or her death. This form of trust may qualify for the marital deduction to ensure that no estate tax is paid upon the death of the surviving spouse.

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identify the personal representative (the Executor or Executrix) whose obligation it is to administer to the estate. You can identify the individual(s) who will serve as the guardian of any assets passing to minor children, as well as the guardian(s) whom you choose to entrust with the custody and care of any minor children. The designation of the guardian of the minor children may in certain circumstances require a separate petition to the court for appointment of a guardian of the person or estate passing to a minor, however the instructions in the Will to the Court will require that the Court take into consideration your wishes as expressed in the Will.

If you do not have a Will the laws of the Commonwealth will dictate who is to serve as your personal representative and will dictate the distribution scheme of probate property. The laws of the Commonwealth will dictate and control the apportionment of taxes. If you die without a Will the Court will dictate the process and selection of a guardian of the person of your minor children and the guardian of an estate of any property which passes to your minor child.

The next article in the March 2011 Panorama edition will address the pitfalls which must be avoided in marshalling information and establishing the appropriate estate plan. P

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Probate - Serving As Executor

by Atty. Jordan Pecile

In addition to the grief you may experience when a family member or close friend dies, you may also have the anxiety of serving as the personal representative (executor) of the estate of the deceased person. The task of serving as personal representative can be time consuming and stressful. The basic responsibilities of an executor are to: OO identify and account for all of the assets of the deceased person OO pay the debts of the decedent OO file any required tax returns OO distribute the assets of the estate as required by the will or by intestacy

Your first decision must be whether to hire a lawyer. As with any other matter, make sure that the fees are agreed in advance.

Attorney fees are commonly based on a percentage of the value of the estate. A lawyer will assist you in probating the original will at the Register of Wills office and obtaining your “short certificates.” From there, you and your attorney will inventory all of the decedent’s assets, such as bank accounts, deeds, stock certificates, bonds, insurance policies and automobiles. An estate checking account should be opened, so you must obtain an EIN number from the IRS. Remember, as an executor you must carefully account for each and every penny that goes into or out of the estate account. After all of the assets of the estate are identified, you must then determine their value, which may involve the services of an appraiser. The personal representative must also make sure that all of the debts owed

by the deceased are paid. Public notice of the executor’s appointment must be published in a local newspaper and in the official county legal journal. It may be necessary for you to file a final income tax return for the deceased person. It is likely that a State and perhaps a Federal death tax return will need to be filed. The personal representative must do a final accounting or obtain releases before distributing any assets. This all sounds like a lot of work, and an executor is entitled to get paid. However, any fees paid to an executor must be reported as earnings to the IRS on a 1099. Understanding your job as an executor is important, but the help of an experienced attorney will ensure that things are done properly. P

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Bankruptcy

As mentioned last month, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is commonly called a “liquidation”. That does not necessarily mean that the Court is going to sell your couch, your clothes, your car or even your house. Because of various exemptions, a person can often keep all of their property.

In a Chapter 7, the person filing for bankruptcy (called a debtor) normally does not repay any of their unsecured creditors, such as credit cards or medical bills. A debtor has the right to elect to keep paying their secured debts. Secured debts are often those

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There are two main factors that determine if a person qualifies for a Chapter 7.

The first is relatively easy: the debtor cannot have a great deal of non-exempt property.

Many people do not have property that is valued above the exemption amount; however, it does sometimes happen.

The other factor is whether or not a person passes the “Means Test”. The Means Test is a government developed form that tells us whether or not you should have money to pay creditors.

This form is similar to a tax return, where certain figures are dictated by government guidelines, but others are actual numbers. If you “pass” the Means Test, you qualify for a Chapter 7.

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Liberty Tax Service: Prepare Your Income Tax Return

Now that most of the tax documents have been received, it is time for taxpayers to think about who is going to prepare their income tax return. While some people know instantly that they intend to use a paid preparer, others contemplate self-preparation.

The changes to the tax code for tax year 2010 are not only many in number, but also were done in a hasty manner by Congress and President Obama, thereby causing some confusion with e-filing, etc. For instance, there are several forms and occasions when the IRS is not accepting e-filed or even paper returns until mid-February. However, Liberty Tax can still prepare your return in its entirety and then release it to the IRS on the accepted filing date. In this way, taxpayers will know the amount of their refund and can plan accordingly. These items include returns involving: OO State and local sales tax deduction OO Higher education tuition and fees deduction OO Educator expenses OO Itemized deductions on Form 1040 Schedule A

In addition, many of the Bush Era tax credits have been extended and other credits have been brought back for another year. Most of the provisions last two year and impact only 2011 and 2012. All of the Bushera tax cuts that were scheduled to expire at the end of 2010 will now expire at the end of 2012.

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This is due to the fact that the Making Work Pay Credit is actually based on the 6.2% of earned income.

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Alice

by Rev. Connell A. McHugh

Marble

One of the Greatest United States athletes of the first half of the 20th century and the top ranking U.S women’s tennis player from 1936 to 1940 until she turned professional was Alice Marble who served her country as a spy during World War II. Alice Marble took a bullet for her efforts. Among Marble’s tennis accomplishments were the U. S Open women’s singles championship in 1936, 1938, 1939, and 1940. Marble also garnered the Wimbledon Singles crown in 1939. An excellent doubles player, Alice Marble also won the U.S. Women’s doubles and the Mixed doubles championships in 1936, 1938, 1939, and the Mixed doubles champion in 1937, 1938, and 1939. Alice Marble was honored in the U.S. as Woman Athlete of the year in both 1939 and 1940.

Alice Marble’s strong serve and volley game was really the beginning of the modern day women’s power tennis exemplified by players such was Martina Navratilova and Serena Williams. Her hard ground strokes became the trademark of Steffi Graf Agassi.

Marble played in the era where tournaments were for those who were non-professionals and did not earn the large amounts of money as do the successful players of today. After the 1940 season, Marble turned professional and did earn a great deal of money for her era touring against other women professionals. Her opponents were about as successful against her as the Washington Generals were against the Harlem Globetrotters.

Marble’s tennis career was but a small part of the exciting life that she lived

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which was unfortunately punctuated by traumatic experiences and tragedy. Alice’s father whom she idolized, died on Christmas Eve from a car accident and accompanying pneumonia when Alice was only seven. Her mother was left to raise 5 children. Marble grew up in San Francisco and attended the minor league San Francisco Seals games regularly. The Seals players liked Marble and were greatly impressed with her throwing arm which she displayed on the diamond. This led to Alice’s becoming the Seals’ mascot, and she got to know Joe DiMaggio, Lefty O’ Doul, the great hitting star, future Yankee Hall of Fame pitcher, Lefty Gomez, Frank Cosetti, a longtime Yankee infielder and then coach and Smead Jolley one of the greatest triple A hitters of all-time.

In high school, Marble lettered in basketball, softball, and track. Alice’s brother, Dan, bought her a tennis racquet and after much coaxing, Alice finally gave tennis a try and to her brother’s delight, found that she really enjoyed the sport.

Each day after school alice headed for Golden Gate Park to play tennis. This became her favorite place. However, it was there at the age of 15 that she suffered a brutal rape. Despite the support of her family, Marble felt that the ugly incident had a lifelong effect on her self-esteem and personal relationships. She regretted not receiving the counseling available to victims and the support group participation which is common today. To counteract her loss of self-esteem, Marble dedicated herself to tennis and soon began winning many of the California junior tennis tournaments.

In 1932 under the tutelage on Eleanor “Teach” Tennant, Marble at the age of 19 attained the rank of No. 7 in U.S. Women’s tennis and rose to No. 3 in 1933. A long bout with tuberculosis and pleurisy curtailed her tennis for approximately 2 years, but the courageous Marble returned to tennis and was the top ranked U.S. player in 1936.

Marble’s coach, Eleanor Tennant, was the tennis instructor for many of the

Grand Slams

Singles Wimbledon (1939) US Open (1936, 1938, 1939, 1940) Doubles Wimbledon (1938, 1939) US Open (1937, 1938, 1939, 1940) Mixed Doubles Wimbledon (1937, 1938, 1939) US Open (1936, 1938, 1939, 1940)

Hollywood stars, and Alice became friends of quite a few members of the movie set who often invited her to play on their private courts.

Carole Lombard, a major movie star, and the wife of Clark Gable became her best friend.

Gable himself was a loyal friend and supporter. Alice Marble felt the old “Swashbuckler”, Errol Flynn was the best of the Hollywood tennis players. Carole Lombard played a great deal of tennis and was a steady player and Clark Gable played adequately. When she was in New York, Alice Marble often played doubles with Bishop Fulton J. Sheen. The bishop was recognized as a great orator but his tennis game was sadly lacking.

On January 17, 1942, Alice Marble lost her closest friend, Carole Lombard who died in a plane crash. It was the same year that Alice Marble would meet her future husband, Captain Joseph Crowley. Within the year they married and Marble was the happiest she would ever be in her entire life. The couple was married secretly by a chaplain on a ship docked in the Hudson. The wedding was kept quiet to prevent Marble from becoming a possible kidnap victim of the Nazis.

Alice Marble experienced a double tragedy in 1944. Her car was struck by a drunk driver when she was five months pregnant which led to a miscarriage. This happened shortly before her husband Captain Crowley was due home for a New Year’s visit. Alice elected to wait to tell him about the miscarriage. On Christmas Eve at a small Christmas Party in her apartment, the doorbell rang and a man in uniform appeared with a telegram from The War Department. Alice

read the heart wrenching news “We regret to inform you that Captain Joseph Crowley was killed in action when his plane was shot down over Germany.” This telegram coupled with the loss of her child led Alice Marble to swallow a bottle of sedatives. Fortunately two of her friends were present to rush her to the hospital and save her life.

Alice Marble regained her will to live and promised her friends that she would never attempt suicide again. In early 1945, Alice Marble was approached by the military to gain information about Nazis who were sending their money and treasures to a leading banker in Switzerland who was a former lover of Marble. Marble broke off the relationship at the urging of her tennis coach.

The military wanted Marble to play well publicized tennis exhibitions and give tennis clinics in Switzerland in the hope that her former lover would try to contact her. Marble consented and went through rigorous physical training, learned to use a small calibre pistol, pick locks, and memorize all the roads leading from the banker’s home. The military felt that the banker had a list of Nazis who stored their money and treasure with him and that the list was hidden in a vault in his wine cellar. Alice was assigned the extremely hazardous task of getting into the vault and learning the names of the Nazis by taking pictures of the banker’s records.

After three days of clinics and tennis exhibitions, Alice received a rose and an invitation to dinner with her former suitor. Hen even invited Alice to be a house guest. Marble thought about boarding a plane for the U.S and giving up her mission but felt she wanted to help her country and avenge her husband.

Marble, however, still felt attracted to her former lover and was tempted to stay in Switzerland and marry him. She thought of her dead husband and this led to her decision to assume the risky task of acquiring the information the government desired. Alice’s lover admitted to her that he had a fortune in Nazi money and treasure and even revealed where he kept the key to the vault. Alice would have her opportunity!

Marble’s efforts to acquire the list of Nazis had all the excitement of a James Bond movie. She actually risked her life getting into the wine cellar vault and taking 20 pages of photographs of Nazis who had stored their fortunes with her lover. Feigning illness, Alice stayed home from a party that her suitor attended. She was able to successfully take the pictures after opening the vault but then discovered her suitor returned home early from the party and that the entire household was searching for her. Alice ran from the household in a mad dash and jumped into her

suitor’s Mercedes which always had the keys in them for the servants to move the vehicle.

Soon Alice realized that another car was in hot pursuit, and it finally overtook her. She felt temporarily relieved when the military man who had first asked her to help stepped out of the other car. The man demanded the film and Alice perceived correctly that he was a double agent. When he seized the film, she ran quickly but felt a sharp stinging in her back and fell to the ground. Alice awoke in a hospital and was told that the Americans had killed the double again but not before he exposed the film. Despite this, Alice Marble, who had a photographic memory, was able to provide the military with many of the names of the Nazis who had their future stored in her suitor’s Swiss bank.

Alice Marble followed tennis closely and taught the sport to many of the upcoming players for many years. Billie Jean King was among those who took lessons from her.

Marble was the domination force in insisting that Althea Gibson be allowed to play in the U.S Open. Through her urging, Gibson became the first African American to play in this tournament. Marble, who was recognized as having a great overhead smash in addition to her serve and volley, believed that Gibson had a much better overhead and Navratilova a smash equal to Gibson with better control.

Alice admired Chris Evert’s court presence and backhand and Steffi Graf Agassi’s allaround ground strokes.

Alice Marble’s life story is related in Courting Danger written with Dale Leatherman and published in 1991, a year after Marble’s death at the age of 77. The book is highly interesting and is geared to an adult audience. Marble reveals some bad choices she made in her life as well as her good ones.

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BANANA SPLIT DESSERT (Jean Campbell) 1 cup butter (softened) divided 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 2 cups confectioners sugar 2 eggs 5 bananas (sliced in half lengthwise) 1 20 ounce can (2 1/2 cups) crushed pineapple, drained 1 - 9 ounce package of whipped topping 1 cup chopped nuts ½ cup chopped maraschino cherries METHOD:

Combine ½ cup butter and crumbs, blend and press into the bottom of a 13 by 9 inch cake pan. Cream the remaining ½ butter with sugar and eggs until fluffy. Spread over crumb mixture. Add layers of bananas, layer of pineapples, cover with layer of whipped topping. Sprinkle with nuts and chopped cherries. Chill 8 hours or overnight. Serves 12.

In the

Valentine’s Day is a day to pay tribute to love and loved ones. Its origin probably dates back to an ancient Roman festival called Lupercalia which took place every February 15th. The festival was in honor of Juno, goddess of women and marriage and Pan, the god of nature. Young men and women would choose their partners for the festival by drawing names from a box. They would then exchange gifts of affection and often these courtships would lead to marriage.

When the English settlers came to the United States, showing affection to another person in public was against the law. By the 1800’s the tradition of giving Valentines, candies, and flowers had become popular. I still have some of the lovely cards that were given to me by my husband before our mar-

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riage and throughout our marriage. I suppose they would be considered collectors’ items. You can show your loved ones you care by preparing a special meal that comes straight from the heart.

This special day is approaching fast and is the day for young love, middle aged love, and not so young love. Remember there is nothing better than Valentine surprise with a homemade touch.

Our first recipe was given to me years ago by a dear friend of mine, the late Mrs. Eldrich (Jean) Campbell.

The Swiss eat whipped cream for good luck.

The English drink a wassail.

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Food for Thought A cast iron skillet used to be the leading source of iron in the American diet.

This next recipe is one of our fami- SWEETHEART CHOCOLATE ANGEL lies favorites, easy to make and freezes well.

FOOD DESSERT My daughter Bonita received this years ago from a friend.

2 cups (12 ounces ) of semi sweet chocolate chips POUND CAKE ¼ cup milk 3 egg yolks, beaten 1 8 oz. package of cream cheese 2 tsp. sugar ½ lb. butter 2 cups whipping cream (whipped) 2 cups sugar 1 angel food cake (10 ounces) 6 eggs 2 cups flour METHOD: 1 tsp. vanilla

In the top of a double boiler over 1 cup or more, chopped walnuts boiling water, melt chocolate chips. Com2 jars chopped maraschino cherries, drained. bine milk, egg yolks and sugar and gradually add chocolate stirring constantly. Cook METHOD: 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, and cool to

Cream the softened cream cheese room temperature. Fold in cream, tear cake and butter. Add sugar, flour, and beat. Add into bite sized pieces, place half in a greased in 2 eggs at a time and continue beating un- 13 by 9 by 2 inch baking pan. Top with til all eggs are added. half of the chocolate mixture. Repeat layers.

Add vanilla next, then fold in the Cover and refrigerate overnight. walnuts and cherries.

Serve cold, yields 16-20 servings.

Grease a tube pan and bake at 350 degrees for 1 ½ hrs.

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HAHS Middle School Wrestling vs. Dallas Vegetable Gardening Workshop Mountaineers @ Hazleton HS 6:30pm Penn State Master Gardeners are offering a workshop on Vegetable Gardening Basics on Feb 6th Wednesday, February 16th at 1 pm at Good Shepherd Church in Drums. Presenter Mary CUT-A-THON for Cancer will be held at Ann Miller will focus on selecting a site for Premier Beauty Salon located in Boscovs at the garden, choosing what to plant, and basic the Laurel Mall in Hazleton on Sun. Feb. 6 growing and care practices for the home vegfrom 1pm to 4 pm. Donation is $12. for a etable gardener. For further information and Haircut and all proceeds benefit the Ameri- to register for the workshop, call the Luzerne can Cancer Society. Premier Salon also par- County Extension at 1-888-825-1701. ticipates in the Locks of Love Program. To Make an appointment or for more informa- Feb 19th tion call Premier Salon at 570-455=9561.

18th MIDWINTERFESTIVAL Dutchies Super Bowl Wing Sale Ethnic Food and Craft Festival Good American Hose Co. #3 Sat., February 19th, 11am to 6pm 738 E Mahanoy Street Cathedral Parlors Mahanoy City,PA 591 North Main Street, Wilkes Barre Time: 12-5PM 570-822-5452 Wing sale by the dozen at a cost of $7.50. Pre Homemade Ethnic Foods and Crafts from orders and take out only.Taking orders till sell Russia, Ukraine, Poland & America out.Any order over 3 dozen must be prepaid.

Flavors are hot, mild, BBQ & honey mus- Feb 25th tard. Pick up between 12 - 5PM at firehouse.

Must have orders placed by Friday Feb.4, no HAHS Varsity Wrestling District 2 AAA walk ins. Please call 570-640-5231 or 570- Championships @ 5:00pm 573-4803 to place orders.

Concession including great food and drinks will be provided by the Hazleton Area WresFeb 10th tling Booster Club in the HS cafeteria.

HAHS Middle School Wrestling vs. Bethlehem Freedom @ Hazleton HS 6:00pm

Feb 26th

HAHS Varsity Wrestling District 2 AAA HAHS Varsity Wrestling vs. Bethlehem Free- Championships continued @ 10:00am dom @ Hazleton HS 6:00pm Concession including breakfast, lunch, & more will be provided by the Hazleton Area Feb 12th Wrestling Booster Club in the HS cafeteria.

Diamond Bread Basket Sat., February 12th (Noon-1pm) FREE Meal to Anyone!

Diamond United Methodist Church 519 N. Locust St.; Hazleton, PA Call Lori to donate or volunteer @ 636-2059 VICTORY BIBLE CHURCH - in Junedale will host a Valentine “Pasta Dinner and Movie” night on Saturday Feb. 12 beginning at 6 pm at the Church. Adults and Children are welcome. For more info or to make reservations call 570-454-7139 or visit us at http:// victorychurch.ne1.net.

EXPERIENCE JANIS (Joplin & Hendrix Tribute) Sat., February 26th The Mauch Chunk Opera House 14 West Broadway, Jim Thorpe 570-325-0249 Doors 7:30pm / Showtime 8:30pm / Ticket $25

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9. In what year did the Dutchman Cornelius Drebbel invent the first submarine?

10. Brontophobia is a fear of what?

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Hazleton Rotary Club to Hold “A Night at the Races” -----Aaaaaand they’re offff and running----to the races at the J.J. Ferrara Performing Arts Center, 212 West Broad Street, Hazleton on Friday, March 11, 2011. The doors to this Rotary Club of Hazleton fundraiser, will open at 6:00PM, with festivities scheduled to begin at 6:30PM.

The admission price is $5.00 for advanced tickets or $7.00 at the door that evening.

It promises to be a fun filled evening with 12 races (sets of 10 horses running each race). Horses and admission tickets can be purchased prior to Race Night from any

Rotary Club member. Don’t know a Rotary Club member? Easy solution-just call Donna Barna, 578-1003 or Katrina Lennartz, 4018846 and they will help you out.

Enjoy the magic of naming and racing your own horse—you can buy as many horses as you want at a cost of $10.00 each.

The deadline to purchase horses that will be listed in the program booklet is March 2, 2011. Horses may also be purchased on the night of the race and will be announced in a race that has an open slot. Owners of the winning horses don’t have to be present to claim their prize, but why not “come on

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down” to the J.J. Ferrara Performing Arts Center and enjoy the excitement of actually being there to watch your horse race!

Just like at the track, windows will also be available for betting prior to each race.

Each ticket will cost $2.00. So, not only can you own a winning horse, but you can possibly collect a winning bet on another horse.

Even if you don’t buy a horse, you can still come and bid on the races.

FREE food and refreshments will be available throughout the night. You must be 21 years old in order to attend.

You can also purchase a strip of tickets and take a chance on winning any of the wonderful array of Tricky Trays that will be available. Drawings will be held throughout the evening and you must be present to win.

Funds from this event will help the Rotary Club of Hazleton provide community service project activities such as the annual scholarships and Kidz Koatz.

“We invite the community to chase away those winter blues by spending A Night at the Races with us” encourages Donna Barna, committee chairwoman. “Our planning committee members, Gene Acri, Jerry Panisak, Bill Washko, Gene Dougherty, Lisa Finkelstein, DeAnn Miller and Katrina Lennartz are hard at work planning a wonderful evening just for you!”.

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Gene Acri, Lisa Finkelstein, Antonia Frumkin, Donna Barna, Katrina Lennartz and Jerry Panisak, are the committee members planning “A Night at the Races”, a Rotary Club of Hazleton Fundraiser. The event is scheduled to take place on Friday, March 11, 2011 at the J.J. Ferrara Performing Arts Center, 212 West Broad Street, Hazleton. Doors open at 6:00pm and festivities begin at 6:30PM. Not present for photo were committee members Gene Dougherty, Bill Washko and DeAnn Miller.

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Diamondbacks, hitting .300 with a .371 onbase percentage over 17 seasons. As a switchhitter, Alomar totaled 2,724 hits, 80 triples and 474 stolen bases. The 12-time All-Star won 10 Gold Glove Awards as a second baseman and received 90 percent of the vote in his second year on the ballot. He will also be just the third Puerto Rican-born player to be inducted. He is also the 18th second baseman to be elected to the Hall, joining legends such as Jackie Robinson, Ryne Sandberg, and Nellie Fox to name a few. There was some controversy surrounding his election. Thought to be a sure first ballot Hall-of-Famer, he seemed to be penalized by the writers for an ugly incident with an umpire and what was perceived as less than inspired play at the end of his career.

Bert Blyleven

Blyleven who will enter the Hall of Fame as a Minnesota Twin also pitched for the Rangers, Pirates, Indians and Angels, compiling 287 wins with a 3.31 ERA, 242 complete games, 60 shutouts and 3,701 strikeouts. He earned 79.7 percent of the vote in his 14th appearance on the BBWAA ballot. Blyleven will wear a cap with the Minnesota Twins logo on his bronze plaque. He won a World Series with the Pirates in 1979 and the Twins in 1987. He is also the first person born in Holland to be inducted into the Hall.

The long wait for Blyleven corrects a very mysterious omission by the Hall voters.

When he retired he was and continues to rank high in all of the pitching glamour categories.

He retired with 3,701 strikeouts, ( 3rd at the time of his retirement, currently 5th). Every eligible player with more than 3,000 strikeouts is in the Hall except Blyleven. He is 9th all-time in shutouts with 60; every player above him and 15 players below him on the

by Rich Lipinski list are in the Hall. He is currently 27th on the all time wins list with 287, when he retired he was 22nd. Of the 26 players above him all but two of eligible players are in the Blyleven were elected by the Baseball Writ- Hall. ers’ Association of America (BBWAA). They will be joined by Pat Gillick, who has spent Is The Hall-of-fame Diluted One of the great debates that ocnearly fifty years in baseball and built three World Series champions,and was elected by cur every year is what constitutes a Hall-ofthe Expansion Era Committee. Dave Van Fame career. Included in this debate is the Horne, long time announcer or the Mon- Hall has become diluted, too many near great treal Expos and Florida Marlins, is the Ford players. Bill James one the games most noted C. Frick Award winner for broadcasting and statistical authority has written a book called Bill Conlin of the Philadelphia Inquirer, who “Whatever Happened To The Hall of Fame?” won the J.C. Taylor Spink award for baseball Every since writing the book he continues writing about the dilution of the hall. His bawriting. sic contention was that politicking with various election committees has watered down Roberto Alomar

Alomar will probably enter the the Hall.

Let’s examine this premise by the Hall-Of-Fame as a Toronto Blue Jay, and will be the first Blue Jay inducted into the numbers: Hall. Alomar also spent time with the Pa- 295 Current Members dres, Orioles, Indians, Mets, White Sox and 205 Major League Players (111 elected by the

Hard Coal

It’s February and that means a change of seasons. Since there are only two seasons baseball and everything else, time to break out the shorts and the suntan lotion.

On February 14th, pitchers and catcher report to their spring homes in Florida and Arizona to kick off the start of the season. In this edition of Hard Coal baseball we will discuss January’s big event, the Hall-of-Fame voting.

The Hall Has Called

One of the truly great things about baseball, is there is really no offseason. As soon as the season ends, the hot stove season starts with talk of trades and free agents, which reaches its peak in December with the winter meetings. January continues the debates with the Hall-Of –Fame announcements. This year Roberto Alomar and Bert

Baseball

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BBWAA and 94 Elected by various Veterans Committees) 27 Executives 35 Negro League Players 19 Managers 9 Umpires

Baseballreference.com has the number of Major League Players at 17,498. The total of Players in the Hall of fame is roughly 1.2% of all the players who ever played. This would seem to be reasonable number on its face.

In his book James, seems to have the most problem with the players voted in by the various Veterans committees. These committees were established to evaluate players missed by the writers and to examine the careers of pioneer players, who couldn’t be accurately judged by writers who had never, seen them play. James and his peers are referred to today as sabermetricians. Sabermetrics is a term coined by James which refers to the objective analysis of baseball statistics. In the past 25 years these practitioners of sabermetrics have develop some fascinating formulas to determine a players worth, they measure an unbelievable array of stats including the effect of an individual ballpark on a players performance. Many of these newer stats have found their way in to baseball establishment.

James is a consultant for the Boston Red Sox. Without getting into the sometimes very complex formulas, let’s look at some of the more basics about the Hall members.

The 111 members elected by the baseball writers need 75% of the vote to be elected. While it is possible that a few underqualified players may have made it in, 75% is a rather large number to get agreement on anything.

Of the 94 members elected by various committees, 45 of those played there last game prior to 1920. All of them expect a few started their careers before 1900. For a purely analytic approach to numbers, there must be constants across the board. It is highly un-

fair and quite blind to assume that these 45 players had the same consistent conditions in which to ply their trade as did their more modern counterparts. These incontinences include the ball, bats, rules, and playing conditions. I am sure there is antidotal evidence of some voters playing favorites with these 45, that evidence cannot be analytical measured. It is also safe to say that the pioneers of most endeavors, who suffer through the growing pains should be given the benefit of the doubt.

We are now down to 49 players

who didn’t receive 75% of the vote by writers and played in the modern era. Most of howling comes from this group is center around Bill Mazeroski, Phil Rizzutto and a handful of players who seem less than qualified and played for one the three New York teams.

It is now time for portion of the column that gets the e-mails flying. Let’s have some fun and do some assuming. Let’s assume that the writers missed on 10% of the players, that 20% of the 45 pioneers aren’t qualified and 50% of the modern veterans are not qualified. That would be 45 players out of the 205 current members. This would drop the number of Hall-Of Famers down to 160 or .09% of all players who ever played.

In a sport that is over 140 years old and includes over 17,000 members it is not unreasonable to say the top 1% should be honored.(About 175 players). Instead of the constant harping on what can’t be changed I would like the super stats guys to find the 1530 players who are missing from the Hall-ofFame.

In the upcoming months we will be featuring some of those missing players.

We will also be discussing current professional and amateur baseball issues surrounding our area. Look for our upcoming feature on Sunbury baseball, where Willie Mays once played. Until next month keep the e-mails coming to hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com P

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