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006 Collum's Column by Larry Collum 010 The Importance of Wheel Alignment

by Tom R. Buff

040 Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori 054 Hard Coal Baseball by Rich Lipinski 060 The Recipe Box 069 Master Gardener by Mary Ann Miller

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007 Spring Automotive Guide 017 Women's Health & Fitness Guide 034 Family & Community 052 Outdoor & Recreation 056 Dining & Entertainment 062 Legal & Financing 067 Home & Garden

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033 Business Card Bulletin Board 035 May 2017 Calendar 047 Community Calendar 050 Puzzles & Trivia 074 Puzzles & Trivia Answers 074 Advertisers Index

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PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Wednesday, May 3: 1-2 p.m. at Health & Wellness Fitness Center at Hazleton, aerobic room Call 570-501-6717 for more information.

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MAY CALENDAR OF EVENTS Community Education Programs and Events WHAT EVERY PERSON SHOULD KNOW ABOUT STROKE Learn about the signs, symptoms, treatment and rehabilitation available.

Wednesday, May 3: 2-3 p.m. at Gunderson Center for Inpatient Rehabilitation, LVH–Hazleton, sixth floor Call 570-501-4600 to register or for more information.

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KIWANIS HEALTH FAIR Screenings include: basic metabolic profile, lipid profile (fasting required), BMI and more.

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BARIATRIC/WEIGHT-LOSS MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SESSION Learn about surgical and nonsurgical weight-loss options.

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GARDENS Residents of Gennaro Gardens are welcome to attend monthly health and wellness discussions.

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SENIOR CHOICE LUNCH AND LEARN Topic: Use and Misuse of Opioids Speakers: State Representative Tarah Toohil, 116th Legislative District, and Eileen Panzarella, Director of Preventive Education, Pathway to Recovery Counseling and Education Services Thursday, May 11: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Lobitz Catering, Hazleton Free for Senior Choice members; $10 per person for non-members Seating is limited. RSVP required by May 5.

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Health Screenings BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS Prevention is key. Have your blood pressure checked at one of the following locations: Laurel Mall Walkers: Thursday, May 4: 8-9 a.m. at Laurel Mall, Hazleton Wednesday, May 17: 11 a.m.-noon at Hazleton Active Adult Center, 24 E. Broad St., Hazleton Wednesday, May 24: 11 a.m.-noon at Freeland Active Adult Center, 701 Chestnut St., Freeland Free!

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Memorial Day is Monday May 29th, 2017. This date is when we as a grateful nation pay homage to those who gave their lives in defense of our country.

For this article I researched in what in my youth would have been books but today is called the Internet for 8 fast facts regarding Memorial Day. 1. Even though numerous communities have been celebrating Memorial Day for years, the Federal Government declared Waterloo, N.Y. the official birthplace of Memorial Day. Waterloo first celebrated the holiday on May 5, 1866.

2. Memorial Day was celebrated on May 30 for decades, but in 1971, Congress established Memorial Day on the last Monday in May and also a federal holiday.

3. Memorial Day originally honored military personnel who died in the Civil War. (18611865) 4. Roughly 620,000 Americans died in the Civil War-making it the deadliest war in American History. About 644,000 Americans have died in all other conflicts combined.

5. President Clinton signed the “National Moment of Remembrance Act” on December 28, 2000, designating 3:00 P.M. local

time on Memorial Day as a National Moment of Remembrance.

6. President Clinton signed the “National Moment of Remembrance Act” on December 28, 2000, designating 3:00 P.M. local time on Memorial Day as a National Moment of Remembrance.

7. It wasn’t always known as Memorial DayIt used to be known as Decoration Day. 8. Red Poppies are known as a symbol of remembrance, and it’s a tradition to wear them to honor those who died in war.

The crowd that attended the first Memorial Day Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery was about the same size as those who attend today….about 5,000 people.

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Patriotism

by Matthew J. Gaydos Patriotism an action, feeling a thought in Good times and Bad times.

Patriotism is when you show unity of helping and assisting a neighbor/friend when needed.

Patriotism is showing veterans we care by putting Yellow Ribbons on trees or attaching magnets of Yellow Ribbons to your vehicle.

Patriotism is Green Lights in lampposts showing unification or solidarity with them.

Patriotism is comforting and feeding your neighbor/friend in time of loss.

Patriotism is allowing your neighbor/friend to express sorrow to you and lending a shoulder for them to cry on.

Patriotism is assisting them when they need you the most with no expectation of pay back in return.

Remembering that Patriotism is something bigger than US, and is in the little things WE, can do for others.

That is what Patriotism means to me.

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This year, 2017, Vito Rinaldi Chevrolet is celebrating the start of our 50th year of selling and servicing new Chevrolet cars and trucks in Schuylkill County!

In 1967, Vito Rinaldi, a second generation Italian American, bought the then closed Chevrolet dealership from the widow of Albert Zuretski. The former “Albert Chevrolet” had been closed for over two years. Albert was the son-in-law of the first Chevrolet dealer in Shenandoah.

Vito, an energetic and almost tireless young man, opened the new Vito Rinaldi Chevrolet.

The first few years were extremely difficult for this industrious young man as the Chevrolet “Dealership” was initially just himself and a building! His lovely wife, Claire, and their four children were still living in Justus, Pa. (outside of Scranton).

Their two sons, Donald and Robert, were still in high school. Their daughter, Mary, was in grade school and daughter, Vita, was an infant.

Vito worked long, hard, sometimes grueling hours doing all of the jobs himself at first. Then, hiring a small staff of managers and then their first group of employee associates, Vito Rinaldi Chevrolet started to grow.

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Robert Rinaldi, Sr

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This process was so time consuming that he actually spent the first year and a half living six days a week at the Mansion Hotel in Mahanoy City. The commute to his home and family in Justus was over two hours in each direction as Interstate 81 didn’t exist yet. So Vito only saw his young family one day a week for those first two years.

He was dedicated and determined to make Vito Rinaldi Chevrolet a success.

Vito, you might say, was well acquainted with 12-15 hour long work days. As a very young man, he worked at various jobs and in 1947, he and his brother, William, and their younger brothers, Anthony and Raymond, opened a vehicle repair garage and automotive parts store. Their youngest brother, Clement, was only 4 at that time but he joined his brothers in the late 1950’s and 1960’s.

Vito was just newly married to his wonderful wife, Claire, and William, a World War II veteran, returned home from Europe with his lovely wife, Rudolfine. And so, they began their automotive careers and new ventures!

By the early 1950’s WRAV Auto Parts morphed into Rinaldi Motors, where they offered pre-owned vehicle sales and service. By 1958, they became (Italian) Fiat dealers, in 1960 (French) Citroen dealers, in 1962 they became (American) International Harvester Scout dealers, and by 1964, (Italian) Lancia dealers. However, Vito always had the dream of owning the #1 automotive franchise in the U.S. (if not the world!) – a Chevrolet Dealership. So, still maintaining his partnership, he went off on his own in 1967 and became Shenandoah’s Chevrolet Dealer!

After the boys graduated from high school, the family moved to Shenandoah. Donald, after a year in college, decided he wanted the automobile business more and worked alongside his dad, Vito, to continue building the newly started business. He worked in all of the departments – sales, service and parts, learning all of the

aspects of the dealership. While Robert was away in college, he worked holidays and term breaks, filling in when needed. After college, Robert decided to join the family business. Vito, with his sons, Don and Bob, and many great employee associates worked hard to make Vito Rinaldi Chevrolet a success. Vito acquired the Oldsmobile franchise in 1973 and worked until his untimely passing in 1983 at age 59. Bob, then only 33 years old, followed in his father’s footsteps, and with his brother Don continued their father’s dream. In 1984, Robert was awarded the Chevrolet and Oldsmobile franchises from General Motors.

Bob expanded the business by purchasing the former Seitzinger Motors in Frackville in1989 to sell Chrysler, Dodge and Dodge trucks. In 1998, he further expanded, acquiring the Jeep franchise. It was here when Bob’s son, Bob Jr. worked summers while in school. After college graduation, he followed in his dad’s footsteps and joined his Dad and Uncle Don in the family business. The Rinaldi Chrysler, Dodge & Jeep dealership expanded in 1998 when it moved across the street from Vito Rinaldi Chevrolet, purchasing the former Gold Star Ford building. In 1999, there was further expansion with the purchase of the former Ritter dealership in Schuylkill Haven. We opened R&R Auto Group there which now has Cadillac and Chevrolet franchises. Bob Jr. continues the family tradition running R&R Auto Group, and under his supervision, the facility now enjoys the new Chevrolet image. We now have 3 dealerships with 6 new car franchises to further serve our community in Schuylkill County.

Vito and his family have made life-long friends in Schuylkill County and Northeast Pa. We want to thank you all for this wonderful adventure! We have enjoyed serving our community and we look forward to spending the next 50+ years together!

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• Upgrade the exhaust: After improving your engine combustion with an aftermarket air filter, upgrade your car's exhaust system for better performance. If your exhaust pipe is too small for the amount of combusted air that is now exiting the cylinders, it will lead to an increase in air resistance and create back pressure. By simply replacing the stock muffler you will create better airflow. To further enhance performance, have a qualified expert installer add aftermarket headers and bigger pipes.

• Reduce weight: By just lowering the overall weight of a car, you will enhance its performance, especially in regard to acceleration.

An easy way to reduce weight is to replace the stock wheels, which are typically made of steel, with alloy models. Alloy wheels will not only lower the weight but also enhance the look of your car. Other easy ways to reduce weight are by using ceramic brakes and running a lighter aftermarket battery. Almost every part of your car can be replaced by an aftermarket version made of lighter material, such as carbon fiber or aluminum, so look into what part swap will give you the biggest weight savings for your buck.

• Switch oil: Something as simple as switching to a higher-quality aftermarket oil can enhance performance. A higher-quality oil reduces friction between the moving parts of an engine, resulting in less power needed to operate. It may also do a better job of dissipating heat, which can extend the life of your engine.

• Research: The aftermarket industry offers many choices to enhance the performance of your car, so be sure to research what's available. Manufacturers introduce new products annually at the SEMA Show, the leading trade show for businesses in the automotive industry. Consumers are able to connect with some of these businesses at the official SEMA Show after-party, also known as SEMA Ignited, where one-of-a-kind custom vehicle builds featuring the newest aftermarket products parade out of the convention center before making their way to the ultimate car show open to the public. For more information, visit www.semaignited.com.

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The Importance Of Wheel Alignment

by Thomas R. Buff Shake and shimmy, weave and drift. Sounds like fun if you are at an amusement park. But these terms are also common to what it feels like if your vehicle has steering or suspension problems that are affecting your cars wheel alignment. Not fun and certainly not safe.

The meaning of the term “wheel alignment” can be misleading. Rather than referring only to your vehicles wheels, wheel alignment, which is sometimes called tracking, is also related to the suspension and its components.

Wheel alignment is all about angles and steering geometry. When the angles are incorrect from worn parts or other causes the angles will change and in turn cause drivability and tire wear problems.

What are the symptoms of misalignment or improper tracking?

• Tires that wear unevenly or on one side.

• A crooked steering wheel • A vibration from the steering wheel or front end.

• The steering wheel does not return easily after a turn • The vehicle wanders or drifts to either side.

• A shake or shimmy after hitting a bump.

• If your vehicle is doing any or all of the above, it can be from a variety of causes.

The main causes of these symptoms are: • Worn parts caused by wear and tear. Steering and suspension parts such as tie rods, ball

joints, struts or shocks just to name a few, will cause the front and/or rear alignment geometry to be incorrect. This can create a dangerous and unsafe condition.

• Hitting a pothole. This is a very common reason for alignment problems. If parts become bent or shifted due to a sudden impact, the steering geometry will be out of whack.

Potholes and curbs are known for bending and twisting suspension, tire and steering components.

• Changes in ride height. Any change caused by worn shocks or struts will cause the vehicle to sag. This will change the height of the vehicle. In turn the wheels will be forced to change their position thus altering the steering geometry.

Now we know the most common symptoms and causes of improper wheel alignment. So why is wheel alignment so important? First of all and most important is the safety factors. Proper wheel alignment creates improved steering and handling. Improper steering angles will create a variety of symptoms mentioned earlier that will have your car weaving all over the road. All four wheels must be aligned properly, if not it will cause unsafe driving conditions.

Misaligned wheels will also cause a greater resistance on the road. This will decrease your fuel economy. Studies have shown that a four wheel alignment can increase your fuel mile-

age by 20 percent. Irregular tire wear can also lead to accidents caused by blowouts that can cause accidents.

Prevention is the key. If your car is displaying any of the symptoms described, you need a four wheel alignment performed by a certified technician. The cost for an alignment is far less than a set of tires. But more importantly, a proper wheel alignment will keep your car on the road where it belongs.

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4 Tips for Summer Tire Safety (Family Features) As temperatures start to rise, checking your tires' air pressure can help protect them from the heat when hitting the road this summer. Whether you're trekking cross-country or simply to and from work, the more heat your tires are exposed to could mean potential trouble on the road.

The friction from your tires rolling, turning and braking combined with higher pavement temperatures and worn tires can lead to tire blowouts. Knowing the condition of your tires can help keep your vehicle well-maintained as well as you and your family safe on the road. When it comes to tire safety, it pays to know your numbers.

"Customer safety is our No. 1 priority," said Mark Marrufo, vice president of brand marketing at Discount Tire. "Drivers should know how to maintain their tires and when to replace them when worn to ensure they don't compromise safety when driving in summer temperatures."

To help stay safe on the road this summer, know your numbers and follow these easy

T.I.R.E. tips: tread depth, inflation pressure, rotation, education.

1. Don't forget to check your tire's tread before hitting the road. Tread depth refers to the amount of tread on a tire, which can impact handling, traction and stopping distance, especially on wet roads. Most new car tires start with 11/32 inches of tread. If your tires don't have at least 2/32 inches, it's time to replace them. Use the "penny test" by sticking a penny upside-down in a tread groove.

If Lincoln's entire head is visible, your tread is worn beyond the legal minimum requirement and it's time to replace your tires.

2. Check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month to make sure they are at the appropriate inflation pressure. Low tire pressure leads to decreased steering and braking control, poor gas mileage, excessive tire wear and the possibility of tire failure. Temperature changes affect tire pressure. For every 10 degrees of temperature change, tire air pressure changes 1 PSI (pound per square inch).

3. To increase tread life and smooth out your

ride, rotate your tires every 6,000 miles or earlier if irregular or uneven wear develops.

4. Stay educated on your tires and what you need to do to keep them safe. Inspect your spare and consider a roadside assistance plan.

Some cars come with run-flat tires, which enable continued driving with no air pressure for up to 60 miles at speeds up to 55 mph, but most vehicles are equipped with either a space-saver spare or tire repair kit. Check your trunk to see what your vehicle contains.

Drivers unsure of the condition of their tires should consult an expert, and visiting a Discount Tire location for a free safety inspection is a good place to start.

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Diverticular Disease: Facts, Myths and the Difference provided by Lehigh Valley Health Network You may know that diverticular disease is associated with the large intestine (colon).

You may not know what the terms associated with the condition mean, and what foods you should eat to prevent the fairly common health condition. Michael Mahoney, DO, with LVPG Surgery–Health & Wellness Center, shares facts and dispels rumors about

diverticular disease.

constipation.

Diverticulitis is an inflammation or inDiverticular definitions fection in the pouches. Symptoms include • Diverticula are small pouches in the large pain and tenderness around the left side of intestine that bulge outward through weak the lower abdomen. Fever, nausea, vomiting, spots. chills, cramping and constipation also may • Diverticulosis is the presence of diverticula. occur.

Symptoms includes cramps, bloating and It’s preventable Eat a high-fiber diet. It’s the best thing you can do to prevent diverticula from forming. Fiber makes stool soft and easy to pass.

This helps prevent constipation and straining during bowel movements, which causes increased pressure and weak spots in the colon Here are some high-fiber foods: • Fruits – berries, pears, apples, peaches, oranges • Vegetables – broccoli, cabbage, spinach, peas, carrots, Brussels sprouts • Grains – whole-wheat pasta, barley, bran flakes, oat bran muffin, oatmeal, brown rice Beans and nuts – black, lima and kidney beans, lentils, almonds, pistachios In the past, people with diverticula were told to avoid nuts, seeds and popcorn because Specializing in pain associated with it was thought these foods would get stuck in the pouches and cause inflammation. However, there is no medical evidence to support the theory.

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It can be very serious Most people don’t know they have diverticulosis until it is discovered during a routine colonoscopy. (All people should have a colonoscopy at age 50. The timing of subsequent tests is determined based on the results of your initial test.) Diverticulosis is typically harmless. However, if it leads to diverticulitis, the inflammation or infection can be treated with antibiotics or resting the colon with a liquid diet. On rare occasions, a weak area in the colon can perforate or tear. This requires emergency surgery – called a bowel resection – in which part of the intestine is removed.

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What Is Acid Erosion?

by John Della Croce, DMD, MAGD, Della Croce Dental Care age occur, such as white chalky spots on teeth acid on your teeth: and decay.

• Eat with meals. Instead of snacking • Sensitivity. As your teeth’s protective enam- throughout the day, save acidic foods for el wears away, you may feel a twinge of pain mealtimes. This will reduce their contact with when you consume hot, cold or sweet food your teeth and help neutralize the acid by eatand drink. As more enamel is worn away, ing it with other foods. teeth become increasingly sensitive.

• Wash down with water. Sip water alongside • Discoloration. Teeth can become increas- or after the acidic food or drink to wash it out ingly yellow as the thinning enamel layer ex- of your mouth. poses the underlying dentin.

• Use a straw. If you must drink acidic bever• Rounded teeth. Your teeth may have a ages, reduce their contact with your teeth by rounded or “sand-blasted” look.

• Transparency. Your front teeth may appear using a straw and finishing the drink quickly, instead of sipping over a long period of time. slightly translucent near the edges.

• Cracks. Small cracks and roughness may ap- • Say no to bubbles. Swap out carbonated drinks with water, milk or tea. pear at the edges of teeth.

What is tooth erosion?

When the enamel, or protective surface of • Cupping. Small dents may appear on the • Wait before brushing. Acid softens your your teeth, wears away, it exposes the under- chewing surface of the teeth, and fillings may enamel, so brushing immediately after eating or drinking high-acid foods or drinks can lying dentin. This leaves your tooth vulnera- appear to be rising up out of the tooth. actually cause damage. Wait at least half an ble to plaque and bacteria, which cause decay. hour and then start brushing. In the meanWhat can I do to prevent What causes tooth erosion? time, you can always rinse your mouth with tooth erosion?

Calcium is a key ingredient in building Follow these tips to reduce the effects of tap water. strong teeth. Exposing your teeth to acid can extract calcium from your enamel, causing this protective surface to break down. Acid can come from many sources, including the following: • Carbonated drinks. All soft drinks, including “diet” options, contain high levels of acid that can easily dissolve your enamel.

• Fruit juice. The most acidic options include lemon, cranberry, orange and apple.

• Citric fruits. Snacking on oranges, lemons and limes can wear down your teeth.

• Candy. No sugary sweets are good for your teeth, but you should pay extra attention to Dermatology • Dermatologic Surgery avoid sour gummies and candies.

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• Stomach acid. Vomiting and reflux also can Psoriasis Treatments cause serious tooth damage when stomach acid comes into contact with your teeth. If you suffer from an eating disorder, acid reflux or a related condition, seek professional help.

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Acid wear may lead to serious dental prob- 631 Airport Road, First Floor, Suite 100, Hazleton Township lems. It is important to notice the signs of tooth erosion in its early stages (sensitivity and discoloration) before more severe damSugar isn’t the only culprit when it comes to tooth decay. High levels of acid in everyday foods and drinks can be just as harmful. From oranges to wine, high-acid foods and drinks can wear away your teeth, causing decay, sensitivity and discoloring. But that doesn’t mean you have to stop all acidic foods and drinks from your diet. The way you consume these items can lessen their damage on your teeth. If you frequently "hydrate" yourself during your day with lemon water, beware.

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Steve Kerr: “Stay Away From Back Surgery”

by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Steve Kerr, Golden State Warrior Coach, offered a warning to people after complications from back surgery in July 2015. His problems recently faired up in the middle of the playoffs making him unavailable to lead his team. This caused him to warn others; "I can tell you if you're listening out there, if you have a back problem, stay away from surgery. I can say that from the bottom of my heart," Steve’s surgery was performed for a ruptured disc and was complicated by a nick in the dura leaking cerbrospinal fluid. A second operation was required to fix this. After the surgeries, he credits rehab in getting him back and coach-

ing again especially FYZICAL’s Scott Pensevy; “Thanks to FYZICAL I am back on the bench coaching.” Unfortunately his problem have worsened and his advice is "Rehab, rehab, rehab, you know don't let anybody get in there," Many back surgeries are performed for disc problems but research is showing disc problems may not be the cause of low back pain.

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research has shown in many cases, conservative treatment is as effective as surgery in the long term.

So is there a best way to treat low back pain?

According to research, the best thing to do is to seek treatment as soon as possible. Those who saw a physical therapist within 2 weeks of onset had less likelihood of needing further care including MRI, opiods, injections and surgery.

Many people may wonder what physical therapy is going to do for low back pain. Most Experts agree movement is key! However convincing someone in pain to move is nearly impossible. So easing pain before moving is where an expert physical therapist comes in. We utilize treatments that help improve circulation, tightness and spasms including medical cupping, soft tissue and trigger point releases and myofascial releases. If needed we also help support painful areas with taping and strapping techniques. Then moving may not be so daunting and the injured areas can get the nutrition it needs to heal.

At FYZICAL Hazleton, our expertise is in pain relieving techniques to allow our clients to move with less pain. Then they can exercise which according to most experts is the key to improving low back pain. Don’t just take my word for it. As Steve Kerr says the way to treat low back pain is “REHAB, REHAB, REHAB.” To learn more about how to treat low back pain or to make an appointment, call us at 570501-1808. We always offer a free 20 minute Q&A session. Also catch our regular TV show on WYLN and visit our website www.FYZICAL/hazleton.com.

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In my 35 years in practice so many people cause their own neck and shoulder pains due to the position that they sleep in. yet they have no idea that a sleeping position could be so important. You should hear the crazy positions people have their arms in that strains their neck and shoulders.

But let’s focus this article on why sleeping on your stomach is the worst position to sleep in.

If they made mattresses with a hole for your nose and mouth to breathe, then sleeping on your stomach would be fine. But you must turn your neck to one side to breathe if you sleep on your stomach. That constant turning of the neck night after night, for months and years causes terrible strain on the tendon and ligaments of the neck. People feel this train so they will start to turn and crack their own neck. Then they develop daily headaches.

Then they finally call the office.

When I alert them to the fact that all of their problems are the result of sleeping on their stomach, they respond, “I can’t change the way I sleep because I am asleep, it is just my habit”. But even that habit can be gradually changed. Go to your side, put three pillows in front of you. As your subconscious mind has you roll towards your stomach, the pillow will prevent you from sleeping on your stomach. Then as you do this every night your mind will be trained to stay off the stomach.

I was a stomach sleeper for the first 23 years of my life. It took me four months to break the habit. So don’t make any excuses, decide that you must stop sleeping on your stomach and you won’t give up until you correct that habit. Then you need to get your neck adjusted by a chiropractor so you stop the urge of trying to crack or twist your own neck. I cannot adjust myself, you cracking your own neck is only making it worse.

Years ago when babies slept on their backs, the milk would make them choke. So hospitals over-compensated and had babies sleep on their stomachs. But the strain on the neck increased SIDS, sudden infant crib death syndrome in infants. So hospital now put newborns on their sides or back. So check your young children or grand kids. Whisper to them to “roll over” so they don’t develop the bad habit of sleeping on their stomachs.

This tip will change your life.

Dental Care For Seniors – More Important Than You May Realize

by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. Advancing age puts many seniors at risk for a number of oral health problems which contribute to the higher incidence of heart disease and stroke more so in this age group than any other. Following are signs and symptoms typical to our senior population: 1. Dry mouth which is caused by reduced salivary flow as a result of pharmaceutical side effects, radiation therapy, or even certain autoimmune diseases.

2. Darkened teeth caused by a lifetime of consumption of stain-causing foods and beverages.

3. Root decay resulting from root exposure to decay-causing acids.

4. Reduced taste sensation as a result of medication usage, long-term denture usage, and advanced age in general.

5. Gum disease which is caused by plaque buildup and worsened by food debris left in teeth, tobacco usage, ill-fitting bridges and dentures, poor diets, and certain diseases such as anemia, cancer and diabetes, all which are common diseases of seniors. This gum disease will then lead to tooth loss and ultimately, uneven jawbone.

6. Denture-induced stomatitis is a condition common to seniors as a result of ill-fitting dentures, poor dental hygiene or a buildup of the fungus candida albicans underneath an unclean denture.

The mere fact of being a senior is not a sole determinant of oral health. Arthritis, for example, may make adequate brushing or flossing difficult if not impossible. Medicines

as previously stated, can also affect the oral health of seniors.

I cannot stress the importance of daily brushing and flossing by seniors (and all patients as well) as plaque can quickly build up especially if oral hygiene is neglected as it will lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Seniors and all patients need to brush at least twice daily with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, floss once daily at a minimum, and visit their dentist on a regular basis for cleanings and oral exams.

If you’re a senior headed for a checkup, your dentist should conduct a thorough history and dental exam. Questions asked during a dental history should include: • The approximate date of your last dental visit and reason for visit • If you have noticed any loose or sensitive teeth • If you have any pain, discomfort, sores, or bleeding in your mouth • If you have noticed any recent changes in your mouth • If you have noticed any difficulty tasting, chewing, or swallowing • If you have noticed any lumps, bumps, or swellings in your mouth During an oral exam, your dentist will check the following: your face and neck (for skin discoloration, moles, sores); your bite (for any problems in how the teeth come together while opening and closing your mouth); your jaw (for signs of clicking and popping in the temporomandibular joint);

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your lymph nodes and salivary glands (for any sign of swelling or lumps); your inner cheeks (for infections, ulcers, traumatic injuries); your tongue and other interior surfaces – floor of the mouth, soft and hard palate, gum tissue (for signs of infection or oral cancer); and your teeth (for decay, condition of fillings, and cracks).

If you wear dentures or other appliances, your dentist will ask a few questions about when you wear your dentures and when you take them out (if removable). He or she will also look for any irritation or problems in the areas in the mouth that the appliance touches, and examine the denture or appliance itself (looking for any worn or broken areas).

In closing, with the passage of time everything from automobiles and man-made devices to human beings and all of their parts the same hold true. Routine maintenance is a necessity to insure longevity and overall performance.

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Rebecca Geiger PA-C Joins DermDox Dermatology

by Stephen Schleicher, MD. I am pleased to announce that Rebecca Geiger has joined our staff at the DermDox Center for Dermatology.

Rebecca graduated from Seton Hill University with a Bachelor of Science and Master of Physician Assistant Studies. She is board certified and has been practicing as a Physician Assistant since 2005. Rebecca is also a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Prior to joining DermDox, she worked in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery under Dr. Francis Johns in western Pennsylvania for over 10 years. She is highly skilled in surgical and noninvasive cosmetic procedures including Juvederm, Radiesse, Voluma, Botox, Kybella and Asclera leg vein sclerotherapy. She is also proficient in the use of lasers. Rebecca and I have

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Please welcome Rebecca to my practice and our community. She is a caring individual and an outstanding clinician.

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Get A Natural Glow (NAPS)—If you’re like many women, especially young women, you want to know that you can use natural products to give yourself healthy skin with a natural glow.

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Eye On The Ball

by Alexandra Wasmanski, OD When people think of sports, they tend to think of the physical aspects and training – speed, accuracy, coordination, and strength.

Visual skills are just as important to athletic superiority as the physical ones. The sense of vision is much more than just seeing clearly.

When playing sports, these other visual components are in high demand.

Dynamic vision is used to see objects clearly while they, or you, are in movement. A person may have 20/20 vision while sitting still, but not while in motion. This is important in sports such as basketball, when you need to see not only the ball moving, but the other players as well.

Visual concentration is the ability to block out visual distractions and stay focused on the target. This is important in golf to screen out the spectators or anything moving in the gallery.

Eye tracking is how the eyes follow objects.

It allows an athlete to react more quickly to changes in the situation. This aids football players in pass completion.

Eye-body coordination is also a very important skill that affects your timing and body control. This is how your body muscles respond to what you see. When boxing, it allows you to duck and block at the appropriate times.

Visual memory is the ability to store information that has been seen briefly and then recall it later. This helps soccer goalies estimate where an opposing player may be aiming the ball.

Peripheral vision is what you see “out of the corner of your eye”. It allows you to see what is going on without turning your head. This allows hockey players to complete passes to the side and even behind them.

Visual reaction time is the speed in which your brain interprets and responds to your opponent’s action. This is important when batting so you don’t swing too late and hit a foul.

Depth perception allows you to judge the speed and distance between objects, opponents, and boundary lines. This is especially important in archery and shooting.

Fusion flexibility is being able to keep both

eyes working together even under stressful, high speed situations. This skill is what enables NASCAR drivers to safely manage the track.

Focusing is how the eyes quickly change fixation from one distance to another. Tennis players need this skill to efficiently return the ball.

Whichever sport you participate in, it is apparent that all aspects of vision play a major role. Comprehensive eye examinations can pick up on any potential deficiencies in vision and tracking skills. Your optometrist can design a course of vision exercises or suggest a computer vision therapy system that will enhance these skills. It is just as important to train your eyes, as it is your body, to outperform the other players.

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Alcohol Abuse In Seniors

by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers It can be common for friends and family members to overlook – or completely miss – an aging loved one’s abuse of alcohol. For instance, if he or she has always included alcohol in his or her daily routine, recognizing increased (but gradual) frequency in drinking may be difficult. Similarly, seniors may turn to alcohol as a way to deal with physical or emotional pain, loneliness, or other forms of stress – secretly and without anybody ever knowing.

The Effects of Alcohol as We Age According to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), alcohol abuse among older adults is quickly becoming one of the most dire health challenges in the U.S. A leading factor in this is that some seniors may not understand that their bodies respond differently to alcohol than when they were younger. While it’s common knowledge that our bodies change with time, it may not be so obvious that our tolerance for alcohol can change, as well.

As we age, the amount of water within the body decreases (allowing for a higher blood alcohol concentration), but also, alcohol stays in the liver longer and is not metabolized nearly as quickly or efficiently. Thus, drinking what could be considered a small amount of alcohol – for those that are in their 30s, 40s, or 50s – may quickly impair a senior’s judgement and/or coordination, leading to falls or other serious injuries.

The immediate effects of alcohol are certainly a cause for concern, but the long-term consequences can be just as life-threatening.

Excessive drinking, over time, can cause result in the following: • Liver damage • Various types of cancer • Immune system disorders • Exacerbation of existing health conditions (including high blood pressure and diabetes) • Brain damage Additionally, mixing alcohol with medication, either taken for illness or chronic conditions, can also result in serious health issues and even death.

This is especially alarming when you consider that nearly every adult over the age of 65 takes at least two forms of medication each day.

Identifying Alcohol Abuse in Seniors Some of the typical warning signs of alcohol abuse, such as irritability, fatigue, and insomnia can be mistaken for other problems commonly found in seniors. This can make identification of alcohol abuse difficult not only for friends and family members, but also for medical professionals, especially if they are not given enough context or history. However, there are other key signs to look out for.

They include the following: • A decreased interest in hobbies or leisure activities • Memory loss • Increased frequency in health complaints • Slurred speech, smell of alcohol, or general change of appearance • Diminished hygiene • Sudden change in eating habits Addressing the Issue and Next Steps If you or a family member suspect that a senior loved one is abusing alcohol, it’s important to discuss the matter with him or her in a calm, respectful way. Many seniors may not even be aware that they’re using alcohol in excess. As noted previously, they also may not understand the increased risk of drinking at

an advanced age (especially with medication in the equation) – so it’s important to reinforce your concern with education about the effects of alcohol on older adults.

Communication and education are both key to helping a loved one, but if he or she needs help in overcoming alcohol dependency, there are other ways to get assistance. Support groups, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, can be a great way for seniors to talk with others also struggling with alcohol abuse, while also receiving helpful strategies.

Comfort Keepers® Can Help If you no longer live near your aging loved one, it may be time to consider having Comfort Keepers® lend a helping hand. Our professional caregivers – who we call Comfort Keepers® – can provide companionship and interaction, helping relieve symptoms of depression. A caregiver can also notify family members of changes in your loved one’s behavior or physical characteristics. If you want to learn more about Comfort Keepers’ in-home care services, contact your local office today.

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May 2017 Dare we say it…spring is in the air! Slowly we are witnessing the arrival of warm air and sunshine. Therefore, Laurels residents are preparing for some exciting spring activity projects. Our Laurels garden is one of our most favorite spring time activities. We cannot wait to begin planting all the vegetables again. It’s going to be great to enjoy the fruits of our labor. We’re looking forward to our annual Mother’s Day Tea Social and picnics in the park. Plus, we’re really excited about the outdoor excursions planned for this month.

We’re looking forward to all the wonderful things that Spring brings!

Spring Fling Dinner Dance Our official kick-off to spring at the Laurels begins with our annual Spring Fling Dinner Dance! Spring officially arrived at the Laurels on April 21st and we were in full party mode!

After a delicious gourmet meal prepared by our chefs, we spent the next few hours enjoying entertainment by Dedra & Al, dancing, desserts and cocktails. Residents love getting

dressed up and spending a wonderful evening with friends during this annual tradition.

Adopt a shelter pet fundraiser Laurels staff and residents created a unique fundraiser to raise awareness on pet adoption.

Our activities department created adorable “cats” and “dogs” for our residents to “adopt”.

All money raised was given to the Hazleton Animal Shelter.

We discussed ways to educate the public on the importance of pet adoption. Some great ideas: 1) Contact your local shelter or rescue group and ask if they have a donation wish list or other flyer they’d like to you to post around your office or neighborhood. 2) Share an adoptable dog or a Petfinder.com dog-adoption on your blog, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter page. 3) Sign up as a foster parent or shelter volunteer then tell your friends how great it is. Contact the Hazleton Animal Shelter or rescue group to find out how you can help. 4) Contact your local shelter or rescue group and offer to photograph

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their adoptable pets and upload the pics to Petfinder.com 5) Donate to your local shelter or rescue group or to the Petfinder.com Foundation. 6) Pass on an understanding of the importance of pet adoption to the next generation. Talk to your children, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and other up-and-comers about animal shelters and why pet adoption in general, is important. For more information, contact the Hazleton Animal Shelter at 570-454-0640 Remember: “Adopt, don’t shop! Give a shelter pet a chance!”

In Style Senior Living Choosing the appropriate retirement community can be an exciting experience and transition in your life. The options available to seniors have grown tremendously with their demands, and while this is great news for seniors and their families, it can be overwhelming trying to sort through them all.

The Laurels Senior Living Community has been serving seniors and their families for almost 14 years, so we understand the important decisions that families encounter while transitioning into a personal care home.

Choosing the appropriate residence can make all the difference in the individual’s physical, emotional, and social well-being. Whether you need care for a loved one or for yourself, we can help you understand the care choices available at the Laurels. The Laurels Senior Living Community offers seniors the privacy and freedom of home combined with the convenience and security of on-call assistance and maintenance-free living. The Laurels offers active seniors choices about how they want to live with 3 levels of support: Independent / Active Senior Living; Personal Care I and II and Respite / Short-term Care.

If you would like more information regarding our services, please call our office at 570-455-7757 or email us at info@laurelsseniorliving.com. You can also stop by for a tour of our beautiful facility and enjoy a complimentary lunch.

Providence Place Senior Living As they say, April showers brings May flowers, and so the planting begins in our courtyard and raised garden beds. Residents and staff have begun the prep work in our garden for flowers, fresh fruit and vegetables. Several of our residents will be joining our gardening club, and maintaining the garden by watering daily. The produce will then be brought to our dining room for residents to enjoy at their meals!

The awnings are going up and the patio furniture is being placed outside for our residents to enjoy the longer days. Our activities program is now able to enjoy the beautiful outdoors with the residents and hold many of the activities on our campus outdoors. The grill is coming out and the Tuesday lunches on the patio will begin. Feel free to stop by and see our beautiful

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by Melanie Furlong, SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice A recent AARP study states that 95% of seniors over the age of 75 prefer to remain at home after retirement for as long as possible, preferably for life. Home health care can help you stay independent at home where you want to be.

Home health care can include any combination of nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, personal care and medical social services. Most people think of home health care for after surgery or illness but it we can help you manage a new diagnosis or an existing chronic illness

through teaching, medication management, and monitoring so you can be in control of your health and prevent unwanted emergency room visits and hospital stays. If you are seeing a decline in your strength and mobility and/or your ability to do everyday tasks, our physical and occupational therapists can help you. This kind of care requires a doctor’s order but anyone can contact us to start care and we can do an in-home assessment at no charge then contact your doctor for the order.

It is covered by health insurance, including Medicare. The goal of home health care is to

get you back to your life again, to regain your independence, and keep you in your home where you want to be.

The above paragraph doesn’t describe the most important benefit of home care: how it touches – and changes - people’s lives. Almost every day at SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice I read a handwritten note from a former client or family member thanking us for our help. They say things like, “I would not have healed so fast nor felt so secure after lung surgery if I had not had your help,” “They became our friends and our family. We knew we were never alone,” and “The encouragement helped me in the healing process.”

If you are seeing a decline in your health or that of a loved one, know that help and support is available. We are here ready to help you. SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice is a faith based, non-profit home care agency providing home health care and hospice services in south central through northeast Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Please call us at 800-840-9081 to find out how we can help or visit our website at www.SpiriTrustLutheranHomeCare.org.

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Orthopedic surgeon Peter Kozicky, MD, with LVPG Orthopedics and Sports Medicine– Health & Wellness Center, immediately saw on X-rays how severe the problem was. “His knees were bone on bone,” Kozicky says. “When you reach that stage, you can either learn to live with pain and deal with decreased function or undergo surgery.”

Koscuk chose surgery – on both knees at once. He knew that this unusual course of action would mean more postoperative pain and a more challenging recovery. “But I only wanted to go through it once and be done,” he says.

“I thought if I had surgery on just one knee, I might not want to go through it with the other.”

Walking became easier, and pain steadily diminished with each day. Still, Koscuk faced challenges. “The worst was being able to get up from sitting,” he says. Lack of activity before surgery due to pain had left leg muscles weak. “And it’s often more difficult for taller people like him to stand from a lower surface,” Kaminsky says.

In physical therapy, Koscuk performed exercises while lying, seated and standing to increase range of motion in his knees and strengthen his legs. Therapists also worked with him on gait, balance and taking stairs. In occupational therapy, Koscuk went through movements involved with activities of daily living such as getting out of bed, stepping into the shower and putting on socks and shoes.

Getting Better at Home When Koscuk left the Gunderson Center, he continued to receive therapy at home for two weeks through Lehigh Valley Home Care– Hazleton. At-home therapists guided exercises, assessed incisions, monitored pain control and watched for infection. They also worked with Active Recovery Koscuk’s double surgery, known as bilat- Koscuk on daily activities as he actually eneral total knee replacement, was performed

by Kozicky on Oct. 3, 2016, at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Hazleton. But a knee replacement’s success also depends on moving quickly to recovery and rehabilitation. “Ideally, you get on your feet the day of surgery,” Kozicky says.

Doing so helps the joint regain function and protects against complications.

Koscuk faced challenges not only because he had two knees done but also because his body weight put a lot of pressure on the joints.

“I weighed more than 300 pounds,” he says.

“When you’re heavy like that, standing the first time after surgery is really hard.” Once he passed that milestone, he began to progress rapidly. “He had a slow start but made up for it,” Kozicky says. “He was determined.”

Therapists at the Gunderson Center for Inpatient Rehabilitation at LVH–Hazleton were ready to make the most of his determination.

Kocsuk moved up to the center three days after surgery for a 13-day stay. “Our goal is to get people functioning with the highest level of independence using the least restrictive device,” says Jennifer Kaminsky, Gunderson Center program director.

Working at Rehab At Gunderson, Koscuk spent three hours each day split evenly between physical therapy and occupational therapy. “Michael was so motivated, he didn’t want anyone doing anything for him,” Kaminsky says. “He pushed himself a lot.”

countered them in his home. Because the home is often different than the center, occupational therapist Erica Stash says occupational therapy focuses on activities of daily living. “You may have to sidestep into the bathroom with a walker or cross an uneven grass surface to reach the house,” Stash says. Koscuk’s home physical therapy focused on stretching and transitioning from a roller walker to a cane.

Koscuk continued receiving outpatient therapy at the Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton.

“Normally we would continue physical therapy for eight to 12 weeks,” Kozicky says. “At six weeks, he was done. He did well.” Koscuk feels that way too. He now regularly goes for mall walks and has lost about 20 pounds. “The day after Thanksgiving, I walked into the Health & Wellness Center without a cane,” Koscuk says.

“I didn’t need it. Things are 100 percent better.”

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As a former heroin addict once told me "Doc, methadone is nothing more than prescription heroin"... I thought about that for awhile and its true... You can get addicted to Methadone, .. You can get high from Methadone. You can overdose and die from Methadone.. One answer that is not Methadone is Suboxone.

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The History Of Mother’s Day by by Karen Esak, The Sophia Coxe Foundation

As Mother's Day turns 100 this year, it's known mostly as a time for brunches, gifts, cards, and general outpourings of love and appreciation, But the holiday has more somber roots: It was founded for mourning women to remember fallen soldiers and work for peace.

It all started in the 1850s, when West Virginia women's organizer Ann Reeves Jarvis— Anna's mother—held Mother's Day work clubs to improve sanitary conditions and try to lower infant mortality by fighting disease and curbing milk contamination.

In the postwar years Jarvis and other women organized Mother's Friendship Day picnics and other events as pacifist strategies to unite former foes. Julia Ward Howe, for one— best known as the composer of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic"—issued a widely read "Mother's Day Proclamation" in 1870, calling for women to take an active political role in promoting peace.

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ated a Mother's Friendship Day for Union and Confederate loyalists across her state. But it was her daughter Anna who was most responsible for what we call Mother's Day—and who would spend most of her later life fighting what it had become.

On May 10, 1908 of that year, families gathered at events in Jarvis's hometown of Grafton, West Virginia—at a church now renamed the International Mother’s Day Shrine —as well as in Philadelphia, where Jarvis lived at the time, and in several other cities. Largely through Jarvis's efforts, Mother's Day became observed in a growing number of cities and states until U.S. President Woodrow Wilson officially set aside the second Sunday in May in 1914 for the holiday.

For Jarvis it was a day where you'd go home to spend time with your mother and thank her for all that she did. It wasn't to celebrate all mothers. It was to celebrate the best mother you've ever known—your mother—as a son or a daughter. That's why Jarvis stressed the

singular "Mother's Day," rather than the plural "Mothers' Day,".

But Jarvis's success soon turned to failure, at least in her own eyes. Anna Jarvis's idea of an intimate Mother's Day quickly became a commercial gold mine centering on the buying and giving of flowers, candies, and greeting cards—a development that deeply disturbed Jarvis. She set about dedicating herself and her sizable inheritance to returning Mother's Day to its reverent roots.

Jarvis's fervent attempts to reform Mother's Day continued until at least the early 1940s. In 1948 she died at 84 in Philadelphia's Marshall Square Sanitarium, penniless and in a sanitarium in a sate of dementia. She could have profited from Mother's Day if she wanted to, but she railed against those who did, and it cost her everything, financially and physically."

Mother’s Day celebrations will be held at Sophia Coxe’s home on May 13th & 14th.

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Reservations Required - Call Karen For Further Information Sun, May 7th - 11AM to 3PM - $40/pp - Cake Decorating With A Twist - The Sophia Coxe Foundation will hold a workshop on cake decorating. Students will receive a starter kit that is included in the price. This is a beginner’s class to which will include basic decorating techniques and simple flower making. Students will need to bring an 8 or 9 inch plain round layer cake to class. Frosting recipe will be provided upon reserving a seat. To make reservations call instructor Margie Bogash, a graduate of the Wilton Confectionary School, at 570-956-0945.

Class size is limited to 12 students. No prior experience is necessary. Light refreshments are included.

Sat, May 13 & Sun, May 14 - 2PM - $20/pp - Mother’s Day Tea - Treat you mother to a high Victorian tea at the Coxe house with soup, salad, a variety of finger sandwiches, and an abundance of desserts. Seating is limited, so reserve early. Call Karen at 570-956-3881 for further information.

Sun, May 28 - 11AM - 4PM - $50/pp - Intro to Blacksmithing - Beginner’s class focusing on the basic skill of blacksmithing - fire building & maintenance, forging skills, & hammering techniques. Get comfortable with these essentials while making easy & functional project such as hooks & simple fireplace tools. Lunch & materials included. Class size limited to 6 students. RSVP prepaid by May 20th either via PayPal or check. For further information, contact B. Dunnigan at 570-956-6706. One on one instruction also available.

Reservations can be made on line at www.sophiacoxefoundation.com or by mailing a check to The Sophia Coxe Foundation, 2207 St. Route 940, P.O. Box 235, Drifton, PA 18221.

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Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, all festivities will be found at Hazle Township Community Park, Hazle Township, PA as in years past. The 10th Annual Bell’ Italia Festival will be everything repeat visitors have come to love, enjoy, and come back for ---but expect even more!

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Musical entertainment will be aplenty both days and there will be so much to see and do!

We will again have our Pasta Eating Contest which has been fun for the participants as well as the observers. The festival would not be the same without its yearly Chef Lou Memorial Best Meatball Contest – start perfecting your recipe and enter! The Tricky Tray stand has grown so much that it needs its own tent! Make sure to visit Tricky Trays- guys, we did not forget that you like to see things especially for you! Your kids will not be bored because they can visit Kiddie Korner and the Kiddie Carnival rides.

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Preserving An Ancient Easter Tradition

by Kristen Bogash, Sunnyside Designs Every Easter when I was little, my family embraced the widespread tradition of decorating hardboiled eggs to put in our basket to bless. This always gave me a big thrill, but if you asked me then, I probably couldn’t tell you why we did it.

As a teenager, the tradition faded. I grew to be okay with this, but lo and behold, also grew to embrace a new tradition that fell into my lap – the art of Pysanky eggs.

Pysanky eggs are most widely associated with Ukrainian Catholics. On my father’s side of the family there is proud Ukrainian blood, so – plot twist - my Italian/German/ Slovak mother, Margie, introduced me to the art of making Pysanky eggs.

A Pysanka is decorated using the ‘waxresist method’ - wherever beeswax is applied, the color underneath is preserved. Future dyes the egg is dipped into will not be able to permeate the wax. Every symbol and color on the egg is symbolic of something -stars, eternal life, Christ, love, strength, etc. The wax is then melted off, and the egg is shellacked and sometimes the insides are drained.

Nearly 40 years ago my mother learned how to do this from a dear family friend, Irene Yaworsky of Kelayres. Irene was selftaught. Little did she know that by teaching my mother, she was opening the door for my mother to one day teach me.

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young, is one of my biggest supporters in the art; my mother and I like to visit her and show her the eggs we make. It’s a small token of our appreciation to her for having this art in our lives.

Today, I’m 25, and my mother and I make Pysanky eggs all year. We teach classes in Spring and Winter at local shops and businesses throughout the area by request. This is a tradition that has become part of the fabric

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At that, if you would like to try your hand at it, find us on Facebook at ‘Sunnyside Designs’ and stay informed of where and when we are teaching workshops throughout the year. We would love to share this tradition with you.

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by Lori Verderame Grandma passed away leaving behind a house filled with art, antiques and collectibles. You and your family members have varied feelings about her heirlooms. Some of your relatives want to divvy up everything. Others want to just bring in a reseller. Other family members are ready to pile it all into a dumpster.

And, some relatives are ready to give away every unwanted object. And, of course there are also those folks who just can’t deal with grandma’s objects as tears flow at the sight of grandma’s quilts or wash bowl set.

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Arrange a family caucus at a location other than Grandma’s empty home. Give everyone a turn to express their feelings about what should happen with the objects left behind.

Everyone needs to keep an open mind — and not necessarily an open mouth — about how to deal with Grandma’s personal property.

The person in your family who keeps saying that everything is worthless old junk and that the best thing to do is to trash everything is the person throwing away your money, throwing away your inheritance, and probably should not have the last word. Let them have their say and while some items will not be worth a king’s ransom, the trash option is usually the one that people regret in the long run.

Once it’s gone, it’s gone. Remind yourself to ask that person to consider how he would feel once a valuable item worth thousands of dollars is left sitting in the dumpster outside your late grandma’s house. How would he feel when a nosy neighbor, local trash man or antique reseller stops by and helps himself to that valuable piece?

Often, a dumpster is the original location of many items that you will later find for sale

at sky high prices at some of the most prestigious auction houses and trendy antique dealerships. Recently, an antique chair found on a neighbor’s trash pile was sold by the guy next door for $198,000. And, a jogger in New York City helped herself to an abstract painting on a curbside garbage heap that she later sold for $1.2 million dollars.

So, without an unbiased appraisal and review of the current market for your late grandmother’s stuff, this dumpster-happy family member is just helping your entire family lose lots of money. Get an unbiased appraisal first—one where the appraiser does not want to buy anything from you.

The best solution is open communication with all of your family members and an action plan for the appraisal of Grandma’s antiques.

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American Legion Auxiliary Aims To Improve Veterans' Lives (BPT) - Eva Wallace never enlisted in the U.S. military, has never been on active duty and never endured life-altering injuries protecting American freedoms. However, as a military spouse she has found another important way to serve our country - advocating for veterans' rights.

Each year, Wallace and more than 500 other members of The American Legion Family, descend on Capitol Hill, in Washington, D.C., to meet with Congressional representatives and their staff. American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) members share and discuss pressing issues and legislation that affects veterans and their families, including increasing support of homeless veterans, upholding and expanding the advancements made by the GI Bill and improving Veterans Affairs hospital care for veterans in need. Members of the Auxiliary also appear alongside The American Legion before a Joint Session of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans Affairs to advocate for key issues and promote accountability for legislative actions.

"The military community is constantly evolving and changing, so the veteran community is changing along with it. Returning from the conference, members are armed with new information on important issues that we can share with those who are interested in making a difference in the lives of veterans," says Wallace, whose husband served for 24 years in the U.S. Coast Guard. "We return to our communities ready to shine a light on the true veteran experience."

Last year, ALA advocacy helped preserve programs for disabled veterans and veterans' widows. They also played a role in helping make care for veterans more accessible, especially for those who live hundreds of miles from their Veteran Affairs medical facility.

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The festivities start off on Saturday, May 20th at 10:30 am with a Native American Tribute at the Jim Thorpe Mausoleum along with Don Wild Eagle, John Thorpe (Grandson), Carlisle Guests and Native Americans. At 11am, Our Olympian Cross Country and Track Teams will carry the lighted torch from the monument to the Jim Thorpe High School Stadium to light the Olympic Torch for the Special Olympic Track and Field Competition and then down 903 to the Heights, down Opera House Hill and then down Broadway to Josiah White Park for the lighting of our Olympic Torch.

The Varsity Cheerleaders will stretch a ribbon across Broadway in front of the County of Carbon Court House prior to the arrival of the runners. Medals will be awarded to the team and coach and the resolution that Rep. Doyle Heffley had the Pennsylvania House pass declaring that May 20, 2017 has been named “James Francis Thorpe Day” in the Commonwealth will be read. Town dignitaries will also be invited to honor this occasion with their presence.

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by Olympian Cross Country & Track Teams from the Monument to the High School stadium to light the Special Olympics Torch then to Josiah White Park • 11am-5pm—Buster the Clown-Josiah White Park • 11-11:45am—Jim Thorpe Cheerleaders performance (Josiah White Park) • 11:45am—Varsity Cheerleaders stretch ribbon across Broadway in front of the Court House for the runners • 12-12:30pm— Awarding of medals to Cross Country & Track Teams and reading of the Resolution by Representative Heffley.

Introduction of special visitors and presentation of the Birthday Cake (Josiah White Park) • 12:30-1:30pm—Brad & Luke Duo-Josiah White Park • 12:30-1:30pm—Terry Strongheart (Dimmick Library) • 1:30-2:30pm—Earth Lore & Don Wild Eagle & Family with Medicine Horse Drum (Josiah White Park) • 1:30-2:30pm—John Lyons (Dimmick Library) • 2:30-4:30pm—Brad & Luke Duo (Josiah White Park) • 2:30-4:30pm—Faculty Brass Strolling Through Town • 4:45-5pm—Closing Ceremony Medicine Horse Drum (Josiah White Park) • All Day Long—Olympian Auction (Josiah White Park) *Special Olympics Track & Field Competition-Jim Thorpe High School Stadium

Sunday, May 21st • 11am-5pm—Buster the Clown (Josiah White Park) • 11am-12pm—Earth Lore & Don Wild Eagle & Family with Medicine Horse Drum (Josiah White Park) • 12-2pm—Brad & Luke Duo (Josiah White Park) • 12:30-1:30pm—John Lyons (Dimmick Library) • 2-3pm—John Lyons (Josiah White Park) • 2-4pm—Faculty Brass Strolling Through Town • 3-5pm—Brad & Luke Duo (Josiah White Park) • All Day Long—Olympian Auction (Josiah White Park) Mauch Chunk Opera House • Friday, May 19th—KICK (INXS Tribute) • Saturday, May 20th—TUSK (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) • Sunday, May 21st—40 Story Radio Tower-Mike Marlin Music Saturday & Sunday • 11am, 1pm & 3pm—Train Rides Special Guests • John Thorpe (Jim Thorpe’s Grandson) • Chuck & Wonda Gentile (Retired Sports Director, Carlisle U.S. Army War College) All Weekend Long Shops, Restaurants and Attractions open for your enjoyment.

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Community Calendar May/June 2017 May 7 Lula Roe Bingo to benefit the Shenandoah Valley Varsity Cheerleaders, Sunday, May 7at the Columbia Hose Fire Company, 742 W. Centre Street in Shenandoah. Doors open at 12pm. Bingo starts at 2pm. Tickets: $20 preorder or $25 at the door (15 regular games & 5 specials). See any Varsity Cheerleader for tickets. Refreshments and food available for purchase, 50/50, Door Prizes, LuLa Roe raffles and more. Shop the Lula Roe collection at your convenience. For more info contact, Ashley 570-956-5619 or Dawn 570-5906779.

Join us for our monthly breakfast Sunday, May 7 from 8am to 12noon at Good Shepherd Church, 87 S. Hunter Highway in Drums. Menu will include eggs (any style), bacon, ham & sausage (choice of two), pancakes, potatoes, toast, fresh fruit, yogurt, assorted pastries & beverages. Adults - $7, Children 4 to 12 - $3, & 3 and under are free.

Paws Crossroads is hosting their Third Annual Chinese Auction Sunday, May 7 at Holy Family Academy, 601 N. Laurel Street, Hazleton. Doors open at 12pm and the auction begins at 3pm. Come & shop for Mother’s Day at our Vendor Craft Show featuring Pampered Chef, LuLaRoe, Jagger’s Doggie Deli, Happy Wreaths, 31, Pooch Pretties and many others. There will be a 50/50 raffle, tricky trays, food/bake sale and refreshments. This year’s event is free admission! All proceeds

benefit Paws Crossroads Animal Rescue, Inc., “Helping homeless pets find the road to new beginnings.” We are still accepting donations of tricky trays, gift certificates and products.

All Donations are 100% tax deductible. For additional information or to donate, contact Fran at 570-956-0740 or email fran@ pawscrossroads.org. Come on out and enjoy the fun for a great cause.

Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West Spruce Street, Hazleton (corner of James & Spruce) invites you to a “Free Hot Lunch” on Sunday, May 7 from 12 to 2pm or until the food runs out. Come enjoy a hot meal, something sweet and great company! Open to the public. Eat in only, please. We look forward to seeing you all!! We also welcome you to attend our worship service every Sunday at 10:45am, adult Sunday school at 10am. Every Wednesday we offer Prayer at 6pm, Bible Study at 7pm. For more information, call 570-790-3753.

May 13 Holy Rosary Parish, 240 S. Poplar St. Hazleton will host a Free Community Luncheon.

Lunch will be served Saturday, May 13 from 1am to 12noon in the Community Room of the Church located in the Lower Level. Please use the elevator entrance in the rear of the church. All are welcome. A special thank you to the Hazleton Rotary Club and the Weinberg NE Regional Food Bank. continued on page 48

June 25th, 2017 • Memorial Park Old Film Footage or Old Photos from Past Years in Beaver Meadows A Historical Video of Beaver Meadows is in the making for our 230th Year Anniversary

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May 28 No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford will be hosting their Old-Fashioned Memorial Day Picnic Sunday, May 28 from 11am4pm. Admission to the grounds and parking are free. A nominal fee is charged for the mine tours, museum will be free, and all other activities are free. The grounds will be filled with the wondrous smells of homemade Community Yard Sale, Saturday, May 27 ethnic foods coming from the picnic pavilfrom 8:30am to 1:30pm at Rock Glen Recy- ion, the sound of music in the field, the sights cling Center. Food available. Benefits Black of beautiful antique and classic cars gathered on the grounds, and the feel of cool air comSINCE 1981 ing from the 162-year-old No. 9 Coal Mine as visitors prepare to board the mine train for the one hour underground tour of the world’s oldest deep mine followed by a trip Arbutus Lodge No. 611 Free & Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania in Freeland Car Show, Saturday May 27 from 11am to 6pm at the Freeland Public Park in Freeland. Vehicle registration will begin at 9am. There will be trophies, a car cruise, and a “Burn Out” plus vendors both games and food.

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June 4 Longaberger Basket Bingo, Sunday, June 4 at William Penn Fire Co., 166 Mount Olive Blvd. In Shenandoah. Doors open at 12:30pm. Bingo begins at 2pm. Admission is $25.00 for 20 regular games and 5 special games. Free buffet and free desserts. All Baskets are FILLED and have a liner and/or protector. Special Basket drawing for advance ticket holders.

For more information and tickets, call Lisa at 570-462-2242.

This event benefits the William Penn Fire Co. June 17 Arianna's CDH Foundation 5K Walk & Run, 10k, Kid Relay, Saturday, June 17 at Eagle Rock Resort. Registration begins at 7am. Register online or by email. For more information, visit www.raceforcdh.com or find us @ Facebook: Arianna's CDH Foundation or contact Angela at 570-401-2116 or Ashley at 570-436-5206.

June 18 Arianna's CDH Foundation Tricky Tray Lovers & Bake Sale, Sunday, June 18 from 10am to 2pm at St. John Bosco Church in Conyngham. Winners selected same day. For more information, contact Angela at 570-401-2116 or Ashley at 570-436-5206 or find us @ Facebook: Arianna's CDH Foundation.

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29th Annual Farm Animal Frolic At Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm On May 20 & 21 And May 27 & 28, 2017 Stroudsburg (PA) – Quiet Valley’s 29th annual Farm Animal Frolic is May 20 & 21 and May 27 & 28, Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm, Sundays noon to 4 pm. To folks in the 21st century springtime means warmer weather, flowers blooming and the return of robins. It’s time to pack away snow shovels and think about getting the lawn furniture out. In the early 1800s it meant fresh greens became available, a real treat after a bland winter diet. The kitchen garden was planted with such things as peas, onions, beets and carrots. Chickens started laying eggs again and it was also when the animals on the homestead had their babies. At Farm Animal Frolic we celebrate the renewal of life that comes with the season of Spring.

Meet the baby farm animals up close and personal. See kid goats and lambs frolicking about. If you’ve ever wonder where the saying “two shakes of a lamb’s tail” came from you can see the reason for yourself. Chicks will be peeping away and some will be hatching in incubators so visitors can watch them crack out of their shells. There will be a new calf for the children to meet and guests of all ages will laugh at the ducklings as they play in the water.

All the mommies of the babies will be on hand as well, keeping a close watch on their young, so folks will get to meet them, too, and learn something about their role on the farm. Our Clydesdale draft horses, Gunther and Wilhelm, will take you on a wagon ride to the ice harvest pond and back. In the lower part of the barn make sure to say “Howdy” to

ic. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about farms, farm animals and to spend a day in the beautiful outdoors.

Admission is $8.00 for Adults and $5.00 for ages 3 thru 12. Children under 3 years of age are free. Pony Rides and Horse-drawn Wagon Rides are an additional charge and are weather permitting. Refreshments are available. No Smoking or Pets. Frolic is held Rain or Shine. The schedule and prices are subject to change.

All funds raised go to support the mission of the non-profit farm museum.

Janie, our mule, who doesn’t get to pull the wagon and sometimes feels left out.

That’s where you will also find the piglets, always a lively bunch.

In addition to the farm animals there are plenty of other fun activities. Twice a day there is a special children's show where youngsters can enjoy puppet shows or storytelling. There are opportunities to play old fashion games, jump in the hay or try the Fish Pond. Our focus area for 2017 is the “Pig Pen” where folks can learn some pig lore, play a game and make a craft.

Sheep shearing will take place on Saturday May 20th throughout the day. Kathy Uhler, from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, will present a show on local wildlife on Saturday May 27th at 11:30 and 1:30.

The school marm will offer presentations in the One Room Schoolhouse on both Sundays. The outdoor brick bake oven will be in operation during all four days of the event making homemade bread, hot pretzels and cookies.

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Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, educational corporation dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage. At Quiet Valley history comes to life on

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The 2017 Travel Edition: The Prospects

by Rich Lipinski

Welcome to the 7th annual Hardcoal travel edition. Over the past seven years we have highlighted many ways to include a baseball trip into summer getaways both near and far.

In part one of the 2017 edition, we go back to the basics and talk strictly baseball.

The primary reason for minor league baseball is to develop future Major Leaguers. The past century has seen future Hall of Famers and MLB superstars, perfect their craft in our area. Some were assigned here, some came here as visitors.

Last year the SWB Railriders, showed Yankee fans their potential future, in 2017 the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs and Reading Fightin Phils lead the way with a preview of the future.

Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs The Pigs this year feature a top prospect at almost every position and a loaded starting rotation. MLB.com and Baseball America both voted the Pigs in the top ten destinations to see prospects in all of the minor leagues. Topping this group is the JP Crawford. Crawford is the Phillies number one pick in 2013 and has constantly been in ranked in Baseball JP Crawford America’s top ten prospect. At 22 he is still one of the youngest prospects in AAA. Right behind Craw-

ford is power hitting catcher Jorge Alfaro.

Acquired in the Cole Hammels deal, Alfaro is considered one of Jorge Alfaro the top 3 catching prospects in baseball. Teammates Nick Williams and Jake Thompson were also acquired in that deal. Both of them are highly ranked prospects, playing below league average age.

If power is what you seek the Pigs feature the bash brothers. Rhys Hoskins and Dylan Cozens combined for 78 homers in Reading last year and are off to a powerful star this year.

Speed is plentiful with Roman Quinn, health is the only thing standing between him and the majors. Quinn’s arrival has been delayed by series of injuries throughout his career.

The pitching staff feature former number one overall pick Mark Appel. He joins Thompson, Nick Pivetta, and Ben Lively. Zach Eflin was part of this rotation at the start of the season. He was called up and to this point has performed well for the parent club.

It is worth noting Quinn, Hoskins and Cozens have played this room before, they were all Williamsport Crosscutters.

Reading Fightin Phils A little farther away in Reading the Phillies have stashed even more talent. 2nd baseman Scott Kingery leads a talented prospect group. Kingery, who had an impressive spring training with Phillies has been moving up the

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ladder quickly since being draft in 2015.

Outfielders Andrew Pullen and Carlos Tocci have continued to impress, as they moved through the Phillies system. PitchScott Kingery ers Drew Anderson and Tom Windle lead a talent group. Anderson has recovered nicely from Tommy John surgery and apparently the rehab process has had miles to his fastball and durability to pitch deep into games.

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Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Railriders Most of the bigname talent has moved up to the Yankees or is still in the lower minors, the Railriders still feature a few bright names. Leading the pack is Clint Frazier, acquired from the Indian’s last summer Clint Frazier Frazier has slugged his way through the minors with 52 homers and 213 rbi’s in a little over 400 games. His outfield partner Dustin Fowler has shown both speed and Dustin Fowler

power since being drafted in the 18th round are up for a little longer ride, The Harrisin 2013. Tyler Wade and Mason Williams burg Senators, Binghamton Rumble Ponies round out top 20 prospects in their system. and Altoona Curve all feature some of the upcoming talent of the Nationals, Mets and Youth on Display Pirates. Of course, in mid- June the WilliamThere is plenty of young talent on dis- sport Crosscutters and State College Spikes play in New York and Philadelphia. If you open their season with the newly draft players

from 2017. You may just see the next Jimmy Rollins, Dick Allen, Jim Rice or Jim Bunning before anyone else.

Next issue we explore the ballparks and their unique offerings. Keep the emails coming to hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com or on twitter at @hardcoalbasebal.

Ethnic Food Picnic, Car Show, Music, Mine Tours Sunday In Lansford (LANSFORD) Memorial Day weekend is a special time at the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford, Carbon County, PA. Although the mine and museum will be open for tours every day, Sunday May 28th will feature other special activities to commemorate the holiday weekend.

The grounds will be filled with the wondrous smells of homemade ethnic foods coming from the picnic pavilion, the sound of music in the field, the sights of beautiful antique and classic cars gathered on the grounds, and the feel of cool air coming from the 162-year-old No. 9 Coal Mine as visitors prepare to board the mine train for the one hour underground tour of the world’s oldest deep mine followed by a trip through the mining museum on the surface.

The annual Memorial Day Weekend event is scheduled for Sunday May 28th from 11:00am-4:00pm and is open to the public.

Admission to the grounds and parking are free. A nominal fee is charged for the mine tours, museum will be Free, and all other activities are free.

The Anthracite Region Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America will present an antique and classic car show on the grounds. Anyone wishing to display their automobile can still register when they arrive.

Music will be provided by DJ Shawn Frederickson.

A variety of homemade ethnic foods will be available for sale at the picnic pavilion including favorites such as halupki, haluski, pierogies, turkey & hamburger barbecue, homemade bean soup, hot dogs with kraut or chili,

homemade desserts, and a variety of beverages. This old-fashioned picnic is reminiscent of the annual coal miner’s picnics which were held years ago throughout the coal region.

Come early, have a great time and enjoy the great food before it sells out! Take outs are also available. Food will be available for sale beginning at 11:00am.

The main attraction at No. 9 Mine is the fascinating guided underground tours of the No. 9 Coal Mine which first opened in 1855. No. 9 Mine in Lansford is the world’s oldest operating deep mine. Tours are approximately one hour in length and include the mine train ride in to the mine where visi-

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Add A Tex-Mex Favorite To Your Menu (Family Features) A tortilla plus a tasty filling makes a household favorite - a taco. This simple, casual, versatile, fun food knows no boundaries. Tacos can be right for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snacks and dessert, depending on the filling.

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To make tacos: In small bowl, stir together sour cream and mustard; set aside.

On one half of each tortilla, place equal amounts of salsa, arugula, chicken and cheese. Top with dollops of mustard-sour cream. Fold over.

Substitution: Sliced pickled beets or three single-serve cups of Aunt Nellie's Diced Pickled Beets may be substituted for baby whole pickled beets.

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Hot Cooking Trends: 5 Flavorful Ways To Prepare Pork (BPT) - Tired of the same old casseroles and pasta dishes? As the seasons transition, you're probably looking for fresh and flavorful ways to prepare satisfying foods for your family and friends.

An increasing number of home and professional chefs are using pork to produce mouthwatering, palate-pleasing recipes. Pork is a satisfying, excellent source of protein that's packed with flavor. What's more, it's budgetfriendly and versatile, which allows you to customize pork with your preferred flavors

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• Savory main dish, fewer calories. To prepare delicious pork without adding extra calories, use cooking methods like grilling or roasting that don't add fat. Pork loin and ribs are great options for grilling or roasting. Look for lean cuts such as the pork tenderloin in the meat

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case. Many of these cuts meet USDA's guidelines for "lean," which means they have less than 10 grams of fat per serving.

• Customize with spice rubs. Spice rubs are an easy way to customize flavors and infuse them into pork. Herbs and spices with heat are trending, so don't be afraid to enhance your rubs and give them that extra kick.

• Embrace Cuban influences. Many of today's hottest cooking trends have Cuban influences. For example, try marinating a pork tenderloin in citrus, garlic and onions - also known as "Cuban-style." Serve on top of rice and beans or place between two pieces of bread and enjoy a sandwich bursting with flavor.

• Go for the garlic. Garlic lovers rejoice! A variety of pork cuts are the perfect pairing to those cloves you adore so much. Add garlic to rubs, marinades, side dishes and more for a flavorful dish even the most discerning chef will enjoy.

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• Experiment with the traditional. Pork offers a fantastic base for expanding on the flavors you already know and love. For example, spicy teriyaki is reinvented with a touch of spice for a special meal any day of the week.

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There is no better time than now to enjoy some delicious and flavorful pork recipes.

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Treat Mom To Breakfast In Bed

French Toast Kebabs Ingredients: 8 large eggs, lightly beaten 2/3 cup nonfat buttermilk Pinch of salt 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 loaf unsliced dense white bread, crusts removed and cut into 1-inch cubes 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 pint fresh blueberries 1/2 pint fresh raspberries 2 bananas, sliced Maple syrup (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven to warm. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, salt, and vanilla. Stir in bread.

In a large saute pan set over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Place half of the bread mixture in pan; cook, turning occasionally with a spatula, until browned on all sides. To keep warm, transfer to the oven. Cook remaining bread in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter as before.

Thread bread cubes onto skewers alternating with blueberries, raspberries, and banana slices. Serve immediately with maple syrup, if desired.

Easy Chocolate Croissants Ingredients: 1 - 8-count tube refrigerated crescent rolls 1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped semisweet chocolate Directions: Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Unroll the dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Place about 10 chocolate chips on the bottom third of each triangle and roll the dough up around the chocolate.

Transfer the croissants to a baking sheet (lined with parchment paper, if desired, for easier cleanup). Bake until golden brown, 12 to 14 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Makes 8

ramekins in front of you. Cut the ham and spinach into strips with your scissors. Put some in each ramekin.

Squash the cherry tomatoes into a bowl using your fingers. Spoon 2 tomatoes and some juices into each ramekin.

Break an egg into a bowl. Scoop out any pieces of shell with a spoon, then tip the egg carefully into the ramekin. Do the same with the other 3 eggs.

Sprinkle ¼ cup of cheese over each egg.

Put ramekins on a cookie sheet and bake in the oven for 15-18 minutes or until the egg white has set. Makes 4

Waffle & Yogurt Parfait Ingredients: 2 of your favorite waffles or 1 big homemade waffle, toasted until super crunchy 1 cup plain or berry yogurt 1/4 tsp vanilla 1 cup strawberries, sliced Directions: Dice toasted waffles into bite size pieces.

Then mix the yogurt with the vanilla.

Layer the yogurt, berries, and waffles pieces in a large glass. Serve immediately. Makes 1 Parfait Baked Dippy Egg Ingredients: 1 large slice of ham 8 small spinach leaves 8 cherry tomatoes 4 eggs 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese 4 slices of bread, toasted, buttered and cut into dippers to eat with them Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Put 4

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Stir the milk into the butter/flour mixture. It should now resemble a thick muffin batter. If it’s too dry, add a splash more milk.

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Basic Estate Planning

by Christy M. DeMelfi, Esq. Many people do not like to think about being sick or dying; however, it is important for everyone to think about these topics. The older people get, the more they think about these things, but sickness can strike at any age. Therefore, everyone should put some thought into questions such as: Who is going to make my medical decisions if I am unable to convey my wishes? Do I want to be put on life support? Who can help me handle my finances if I no longer can do so?

Who is getting my property after I pass on?

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• Last Will and Testament – this is the document that states who gets your property after you pass on. A Will can also name guardians for your minor children and appoint someone to be in charge of your children’s money while they are underage.

• Living Will/Advance Health Care Directive – this document is a general statement of what you want your health care to be should you be unable to communicate your wishes. Most people think of this document as a “do not resuscitate order” but it can be much more.

• Health Care Proxy/Power of Attorney for Health Care – names people that will make health care decisions for you if you are unable to communicate your wishes. The decisions of your agents should be in line with your Living Will.

• Power of Attorney – names people that can handle certain financial matters. This document can take effect immediately or only if you are unable to handle your affairs. The powers granted to your agent can be limited or very broad.

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2017 Looking Bright For Small Business Owners (BPT) - A new survey, commissioned

by Staples and conducted by Wakefield Research, found that 85 percent of small business owners surveyed reported feeling "optimistic" about the small business climate in 2017. That's good news for the owners as well as for their communities, because for many, this optimism is motivating owners to put earned revenue directly back into their businesses and employees.

According to the research, 97 percent of respondents said they plan to increase investment in their companies this year, while 67 percent plan to hire new employees. Those fresh hires also appear to be in line for better benefits, as 72 percent of small business owners report they plan to increase staff compensation in 2017.

"We conducted this survey to better understand the pulse of small business owners and to further identify those priority product and service areas in which we can help our customers achieve success in 2017," says Frank P. Bifulco Jr., chief marketing officer, Staples.

The survey included 502 small business owners across the country. For purposes of the research, small businesses were defined as companies that had 10 or fewer full-time employees.

While the research found that small business owners are optimistic about 2017, it also provides a favorable outlook for the years ahead. In fact, many small business owners report they hope to make small business ownership a family tradition. Ninety-one percent of those surveyed said they would encourage their children to start their own business, and 93 percent said they felt running their own business was the best kind of job satisfaction there was.

Finding the tools to support small businesses For small business owners across the country, optimism can often be directly tied to market success and having the proper tools to support future growth. Staples Print and Marketing Services offers a comprehensive suite of services, providing everything from business cards and logo design to marketing materials and signage.

Small business owners can find additional support materials online by visiting Staples. com and the Staples Small Businesses Hub. The Hub is a resource that offers expert tips, information and industry advice - everything a small business owner needs to grow their business in 2017 and feel even more optimistic in the years to come.

IRS Phone Call Scams

by Alice Horton, Lead Tax Preparer, Honest Abe’s Taxes Many people are getting “IRS Calls”. They tell you to call them back, they say the IRS is about to sue you, they say you owe large amounts of taxes, etc... They will also tell you that you are about to be arrested. DO NOT PANIC. DO NOT GIVE THEM ANY INFORMATION. THESE ARE SCAM ARTISTS LOOKING TO STEAL YOUR IDENTITY. Usually the number given to call back is a long distance, not 1-800-829-1040 (99.9999% of all legitimate IRS calls will give you this number). When you call back, although the phone is answered Internal Revenue Service, you are not speaking to IRS employees. The people you talk to are not giving anything but their name, a true government employee must give their name and badge number. Also, again 99.9999% of the time when you call the IRS you will be on hold for 30 minutes or longer and you have to go through tele-prompts before you get a human voice.

First and foremost, the IRS DOES NOT CALL TAXPAYERS; they send letters! Secondly, if the IRS calls they would identify themselves and refer to papers sent to you so

that you know they are truly the IRS. If you receive one of these calls report it by calling 1.800.366.4484 or by internet at www. tigta.gov.

Calling 1-800-366-4484 will also allow you to verify if the caller is a verified IRS employee.

The amount of identity theft in regards to tax returns has become such a large problem that the IRS is now allowing people to register for a PIN number to file their taxes even if you have not had documented identity theft.

The process and the form is fairly simple. It does take up to 12 weeks. However, understand, you cannot file your taxes without this pin number after you register. Each year you receive a new pin number by mail; do not lose that letter – it is time consuming to replace it.

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Financing Tips When Buying Your Car

by COO Francesco Mercuri, CUCE Forget the home. Cars are increasingly becoming the most important thing in borrowers’ lives. According to TransUnion’s 2017 projections, car loans will have the lowest delinquency rate of four key credit products. The others being credit cards, mortgage loans, and unsecured personal loans. What does this mean? People will pay their car loan before they pay their mortgage. I’m sure your car is a very essential part of your life, as well.

You’ve searched on online, taken several cars for test rides, and negotiated the best price by researching information available online through websites, such as Kelly Blue Book.

Now, it’s time to find the best interest rate on your car loan. Where do you start? While car dealerships will generally offer financing on site, you do have the ability to shop around for the best rate by contacting different credit unions and banks to see who has the best vehicle rate. In its December 2016 analysis, S&P Global Market Intelligence found the difference between banks and credit unions was greatest in car loan interest rates. The average 36-month used car loan interest rate offered by credit unions was 2.69 percent compared to 5.02 percent for banks. For new car loans, credit unions offered an average interest rate for 48-months of 2.61 percent compared to 4.55 percent for banks. You should be aware of what you can be legally charged by these institutions. Pennsylvania state legislation sets the maximum interest rate for cars of two years and newer at 18 percent, where the maximum interest rate for cars older than two years is 21 percent. All of these financing institutions are strictly regulated by federal agencies which enforce maximum interest rates on certain loan products. The federal agency which supervises credit unions is the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). They set the maximum allowable Annual Percentage Rate (APR) at 18 percent for all car loans.

You should be aware of any associated car buying fees. In Pennsylvania, this includes the $37 registration fee, $75 encumbrance fee, and 6 percent sales tax on the purchase price. As a reminder, ask the financial institution or car dealer about what application fees may apply. Make sure you are well-versed in any other options for your car, such as gap insurance, mechanical repair insurance, or

any warranty. Usually, these additional fees and options can be built into the loan and will not affect the loan to value ratio of the car loan. Most financial institutions can finance over 100 percent of the sticker price of the car. After you’ve been approved for your car loan, you are responsible for maintaining the minimum insurance required by your financing institution throughout the life of the loan. If it is discovered you do not have appropriate insurance or your insurance lapses, the institution can force place car insurance on your loan, and the cost will be passed on.

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CACLFCU.org. Use CACL Financial for all your banking needs. If you live, work, worship, or attend school in Schuylkill County, you can join. If you are a business who conducts business or is located in Schuylkill County, you can join. CACL Financial is not-for-profit, member owned, and always “Helping You When Others Won’t.”

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Estates: What To Do After The Funeral

by Cheryl A. Mizenko, Paralegal There are so many people that do not know or are confused on what to do after you lose a loved one. After a loved one passes, there is so much to do with notifying immediate family, friends about the death. The things that we are more familiar with are what funeral home are we going to use, where the luncheon is going to be after the service, what church we are going to have the funeral mass at and whether or not the deceased had a plot already purchased and what cemetery they are to be buried at. During this process we are also grieving and not really thinking about any legal issues that need to be taken care of.

The first thing that must be established is whether or not the deceased had a Will. Once you have determined whether or not a Will exists, you will need to contact an attorney who handles estate matters to help you along with the process. When preparing for the meeting with the attorney make sure that you bring the following documents with you: 1) original will if one exists; 2) death certificates obtained from the funeral home; 3) bank accounts with account numbers; 4) stocks with account numbers; 5) bonds and any and all properties in which the deceased is the named owner. While searching for these documents also determine whether

or not the deceased had a safety deposit box as well as a life insurance policy. The life insurance policy can be used to pay for the funeral services and/or where the deceased will be buried. Once all of these documents have been collected bring them with you for your meeting with the attorney.

When meeting with the attorney, he or she will review the Will if one exists and advise you what it means. Once the Executor and/or Administrator has been identified that person will be contacted if not already and will need to be sworn in by the county register of wills. The attorney’s office will give the Executor and/or Administrator a choice to make an appointment to drive to the local county courthouse to be sworn in or have the swearing in done by Skype in the attorney’s office. Once the Executor and/or Administrator has been sworn in by the county register of wills, they will then issue Short Certificates naming that person as the handler and/or in charge of the estate on behalf of the deceased. Before the court will administer the Short Certificates, the original Will needs to be filed with the register of wills if one exists. The Short Certificates will allow the Executor and/or Administrator to talk to creditors, utility com-

panies, hospitals, doctor’s offices on behalf of the deceased.

The Short Certificates will also allow the attorney to obtain information from local banks as well as the Department of Public Welfare to determine whether there are any accounts and/or outstanding liens. Also at this time, the death notice will need to be filed in the Legal Register of the local courthouse notifying any creditors or government agencies that your loved one has passed and they should contact the attorney for further information. If a Will does not exist, proper documentation must be filed with the register of wills to appoint an Administrator.

After all of the above have been completed and the proper information has been collected, the inheritance tax can be prepared. The Pennsylvania inheritance tax, if paid within three months after the date of death will receive a 5% discount from the actual tax owed. The inheritance tax return itself will need to be filed nine months after the date of death.

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Save Big—Go Ductless

by The Experts at S.J. Kowalski With spring here and summer right around the corner now is the perfect time to call S.J. Kowalski, Inc., a Mitsubishi Diamond Elite Contractor at 570-455-2600 for a free consultation and estimate.

Mitsubishi Electric Ductless Systems are one of the highest rated cooling and heating ductless systems in the HVAC industry. They have become one of the most highly regarded companies offering ductless systems with the highest SEER ratings seen in the heating and cooling industry. Mitsubishi Electric Mr. Slim products are perfect for residential and commercial applications. The Ductless Systems are not only ideal for space restricted homes and commercial buildings but are also eco friendly. The high SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating on units means they operate using less energy. Your standard central system usually starts with a big surge of energy consumption when trying to reach a certain temperature and that is not what you want to happen when you are trying to save money on your monthly electric bill. Mr. Slim Ductless Systems are powered by a variable speed compressor for pin point accuracy in heating and cooling. These ductless units maintain an idle setting and incrementally adjust themselves according to the temperature change in the zone they are cooling or heating. This reduces the initial big surge the central ducted systems cause when turning on. Mr. Slim Ductless units are designed to condition the rooms you are using without cooling or heating the entire house

or commercial building. Mitsubishi Electric offers innovative options such as their HyperHeating INVERTER (H2i) Series that will perform down to -13 degrees. H2i is the only heat pump range that can guarantee this kind of performance. H2i is ideal for locations where the temperature falls below zero, high altitude areas, high humidity areas or if you want the best heating performance available.

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by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener I love to garden, but I have to confess that advancing age necessitates making some adjustments so that I can comfortably continue. Assuming that some of you may be facing the same difficulties, or would just like to garden more easily, I offer some suggestions.

Vegetable gardening can be fairly onerous.

If you are like me, you probably routinely grow many more vegetables than you can or want to use or preserve. It’s satisfying to share them with friends and neighbors or to donate them to the local food pantry, but you are providing all the labor: tilling, planting, fertilizing, weeding, harvesting. If your time and energy are limited, consider reducing how much you grow. Last year I planted half the number of sugar snap peas and beans and still had more than needed for us and for sharing. I also realized that I can plant leeks in alternate years and, thanks to vacuum sealing, still have a plentiful and tasty supply in the freezer for cooking. If you don’t want to reduce the actual size of your garden, you can improve the soil in unused areas by planting cover crops. This is especially easy if you have raised beds.

Framing raised beds requires effort and you may need to enlist some help to build them, but there are many long term benefits. Limiting the beds to a 4 foot width allows you to work the soil, plant, and harvest without ever walking on the bed and compacting the soil. Turning the soil, fertilizing, watering, and mulching are limited to the actual planting area. Plants grow better in looser soil, and weeds are easier to pull.

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ing in raised beds has enabled me to continue growing vegetables despite physical limitations.

One of the greatest advantages of raised beds is that they enable you to limit your gardening to specific areas at a time. When I look at my garden in the spring (when everything requires attention), I don’t see an overwhelming 1,000 square foot area that needs to be weeded, tilled and fertilized. Instead, I can select 2 or 3 beds that I want to use for spring crops and prepare them for planting, working one bed at a time. I can delay dealing with the remaining beds until later in the season. Similarly, I can clean up the beds for winter and plant cover crops gradually as the final harvests come in. Even watering and weeding can be handled one bed at a time.

Growing vegetables vertically is a good way to reduce back strain. Staking tomatoes and providing fencing or trellising for vining crops like sugar snap peas, pole beans, and cucumbers enables you to harvest from a standing position. There are many vertical supports available. I have found cattle panels especially good for supporting tomatoes and cucumbers. They are extremely sturdy and will support heavily laden plants. They also have openings large enough that you can easily reach through to pick fruit on the other side. Last year I tried a “bean tower” for the first time. It was easy to set up, supported the pole beans very well, and at 6 feet was taller than the fencing I had previously used.

You can also reduce bending by using a garden stool when harvesting. I always use one for picking bush beans and for the lower hanging fruit on my trellised plants. Many stools double as kneelers so they can be used when planting or weeding also.

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Vegetables require 1-2 inches of water each week to flourish, and Mother Nature is rarely that generous. There are ways besides mulching to reduce the time and effort required to keep your plants hydrated. Watering at soil level is recommended for all plants to reduce evaporation and the danger of fungal disease. Soaker hoses can be set up in the garden when you plant so that you can just hook up the hose and let them do the work for you. If your garden is large, you can use multiple soaker hoses and rotate which beds you water. Jugs can also facilitate watering, especially for larger plants like tomatoes and squash.

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In order to avoid any inconvenience and costly repairs to their garage doors, Lucas said homeowners are encouraged to look into the necessary door inspection and general service options that will extend the life of their existing garage door.

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