Upper Bucks Free Press - October 2012

It is only the farmer who faithfully plants seeds in the Spring, who reaps a harvest in the Autumn.
- B.C. Forbes
Moyers Shoes on Broad Street in Quakertown celebrated 60 years in business this summer. Opened by Ralph Moyer, Sr. in July 1952, Moyers is one of the longest running family businesses in the borough. Pictured (left to right) are Ralph Moyer, Jr. who ran the store from 1975 to 2000 when he then turned the store over to son Ralph Moyer III, son-in-law Rich Scott, and daughter Debra Moyer Scott. photo by christopher betz
Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students from St. Isidore School in Quakertown participated in the Celebration of the signing of the Constitution on September 17 at the Constitution Center in Philadelphia. Students also had an opportunity to cast their vote for the Presidential Election coming up in November. submitted by robin conboy, principal of st. isidore school
What is the best kept secret in Upper Bucks?
interviews and photos by michele buono
BoB Mensch
state senator
I believe the people, and the communities they make up, are the Best Kept Secret. In fact, theyre more than that. The people and their communities are the jewels in the crown that is Upper Bucks.
executive Director
uPPer BucKs chaMBer of coMMerce
tara King
MeMBershiP sPecialist
uPPer BucKs chaMBer of coMMerce
sonja WalKer
The Chamber of Commerce has been a best-kept secret. We are moving into our new location on Main Street soon and will be more visible. The UBCC can provide people with the resources, maps, and even itineraries they need to discover more of Upper Bucks secrets.
The history and heritage that we have in Upper Bucks. The events that occurred here, the Fries Rebellion just after the Revolution, the people who moved here and put their stamp on the area like the Pennsylvania Dutch, the people of faith who contributed to the well-being of themselves and others.
state rePresentative
Paul clyMer
Upper Bucks Free Press October 2012
Upper Bucks Community Events

September 28 & 29 Charity Crop to Defeat ALS, (Fri 4pm9pm) (Sat 8am-8pm) raffles, make & takes, tools, vendors, fun, Calvary Church, 820 Rt 113, Souderton, Some meals included, 267-625-6968 or chata629@gmail.com Used Book Sale (Fri 9am-8pm) (Sat 9am-2pm bag sale) at Sellersville Natl Guard Armory, 225 W. Park Ave, (sponsor Perkasie Library) September 29 Sacred Space Day (volunteer work day) Union Cemetery Restoration Project, 8:30am-3pm, Projects & Picnic, landscape, headstone resetting, etc. Wear work clothes, Cemetery Rd, between N. 9th & N. Main Sts., Quakertown Free Community Meal, 11am-1pm at St. Paul United Methodist, 645 Main St, Hellertown, 610-969-5086, stpaulhellertown.org Free Flu Shots at Pandemic Flu Drill, 10am-1pm, Sellersville Fire Co., Sellersville Free dinner 5pm at MorningStar Moravian Church, 234 S. Main St, Coopersburg, call church with number attending so we can prepare, 610-282-1908 All-You-Can-Eat Turkey Supper at Solomons United Church of Christ, 2990 Bedminster Rd (Rt 113, Bedminster), adults/$10, takeouts/$11 Flea Mkt/Craft Show, 9am-2pm Dublin Fire Co., Rt 313 & Rickert Rd, food available by Auxiliary, reserve $15/space at 215-249-3089 (r/d Oct. 6) 5K Run/Walk, 9am, $25 registration fee, sponsored by Hellertown Area Library 409 Constitution Ave, hellertownlibrary.org, 610-838-8381 Apple Festival, 10am-3pm at Lutz Franklin Schoolhouse, 4216 Country Side Lane, Hellertown, fun, crafts, games, etc. 610-625-8771, www.lutzfranklin.com Tire Recycling Day, 9am-1pm at 2320 Township Rd, Quakertown, details at www.springfieldbucks.org September 29 & 30 Alpaca Farm Days, Harley Hill Farm, 10am4pm, feed alpacas, tour the farm. Free! (accepting non-perishable food to donate to Quakertown Food Pantry), 451 Kellers Rd, Qtwn, www.harleyhillfarm.com Alpaca Farm Days, Graceful Glen, 10am-4pm & 12noon-4pm, hayrides, games, demos, etc. 798 Hunsickler Rd, Telford, 267-421-1022 September 30 SeptemberFest 2012, 12noon-5pm, James Memorial Park, West Rockhill Twp, www.westrockhilltownship.org Basket Bingo, Christ Lutheran, 69 Main St, Hellertown, doors open 1pm, ticket info at 610-868-0074, benefits Organ Fund Community Church Picnic, 11:30am-1:30pm, Free food, games, & activities, Trinity UCC, 1990 Rte 212, Quakertown Breakfast at Haycock Fire Co, 8am-12noon, all u can eat, $6/adults, $4/ages 4-7, 850 Old Bethlehem Rd, Qtwn, 215-536-2224, www.haycockfire.org October 1 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser, 5pm-7:30pm, Pennridge HS cafeteria, $8/adults, $5/ten yrs & under, take-out $1 extra, benefits Pennridge Powerlifting, ticket info: 215-669-5004 October 1, 15, & 29 Bingo at Melody Lakes Clubhouse, 7pm, enter from Rt 309, over bridge, park, & walk to front of Clubhouse on Evergreen Dr. October 3 Business Card Exchange at Gage-It, Inc., 5pm-7pm, refreshments & tour the facility, details at 215-536-3211 or www.ubcc.org October 5 Nature Tales at Nockamixon State Park, (nature story & a craft) 11:30am at Lot 1. In case of rain, call 215-529-7307, free program for age 2 & older, but younger siblings also welcome. October 5 & 6 Rummage/Bake Sale at Ottsville Fire Co. Social Hall, donated items welcome, lunch available, Info & hours at 610-847-5606 or 610-847-5013 October 6 Reading Goes to the Dogs 2pm-3:30pm at Quakertown Library, kids are welcome to bring or borrow a favorite book to read aloud to Therapy Dogs, more info at 215-536-3306 Soup/Bake Sale, 10am-2pm at Springfield Church of the Brethren, 960 Passer Rd, Coopersburg, benefits Community Outreach, 610-282-1834 Girl Scout Yard/Bake Sale, 8am-12noon, Troop 7644 hosts Harleysville Scout Cabin on Park Ave, r/d Oct. 7 Free Flu Shots at St. Lukes Upper Perk Outpatient Ctr, 2793 Geryville Pike, Pennsburg, registration reqd, 1-888-785-8537 Smashing Pumpkins to Smash Hunger 10am-2pm, smash a pumpkin (small donation) to benefit Shepherds Shelf food pantry, County Line Nursery, 811 Harleysville Pike, Franconia Pumpkin Ball, 6pm-Midnight at Steve Tobin Studio on California Rd, Qtwn, $150/person, (food, open bar, music, dancing, etc.) Tickets at Quakertown Alive or call 215-536-2273 Wags & Wiggles Dog Walk, 11am-2pm (registration 10am) Lenape Park pavilion, Constitution Ave, Perkasie (r/d Oct 7), prize for best dog costume & most money raised, www.lastchanceranch.org Fall Fest at Indian Valley Boys and Girls Club, details at Borough office: 215-723-4371, www.soudertonborough.org Fall 2012 Craft Show, 10am-3pm, Pennridge Community Ctr in Silverdale, 215-453-7027 or 484-602-5795 Harvest Fest, 10am-3pm (rain/shine), Free health screenings, food samples, kids arts/ crafts, alpacas, etc. St. Lukes Upper Perkiomen Outpatient Ctr, 2793 Geryville Pike, Pennsburg Annual Bake & Yard Sale, Electronic Recycling, 8am-2pm, 6870 Chestnut Hill Church Rd, Coopersburg, all unsold items donated to Salvation Army. 610-967-1975, www.chestnuthillchurch.org Adopt-a-Highway Fall Cleanup, 8am-10am, help UBYMCA keep Quakertown clean, participate in our litter pick-up. Volunteers meet at CDP parking lot, Rt 313 & Thatcher Rd Homemade Chicken Pot Pie sale, 6am-9am at Trinity UCC, 1990 Rte 212, Qtwn, $8/quart, order at 610-346-7114 Turkey Buffet, 3pm-7pm (while food lasts), Upper Black Eddy Fire Co, 1716 Firehouse Lane, $11/adults, $6/kids 6-12, email support@ubefire.com or 610-982-5710 Judge Judy: Final Verdict Murder, dinner & you. Green Lane Fire Co., 214 Main St, Green Lane, doors open 5:30pm, hot buffet at 6pm, show at 6:45pm. $30/person, call Eva 215-679-5872 Native American Folk Concert w/Spirit Wing, 7pm, info & pre-register at 215-357-4005, www.churchvillenaturecenter.org Cruise Night, 5pm-9pm (weather permitting), Cross Members Car Club at Calvary Church, 820 Rte 113, Souderton, free, all welcome! October 6 & 7 Tah-Ko-King in its Lenape Village, 12noon4pm, $5/person, tours, games, crafts, etc. 215-357-4005 or churchvillenaturecenter.org October 7 Open House at Upper Saucon Fire Dept., 1pm-4pm, food, games, demos, LVHN MedEvac landing, etc., 4445 W. Hopewell Rd, Center Valley FREEDOM RALLY 3pm in Quakertown Memorial Park, 300 Mill St. at War Memorial, free event, hear from our legislators, ministerium & activist citizens as they restate the US Constitution Basket Bingo, doors open 12noon, Richland Twp Fire Co., 64 Shelly Rd, Qtwn, advance tkt/$20, door/$25. Call 215-536-8805 Race for Autism, (details at: asalehighvalley. org for details), music & food available, more info: Jamie 484-764-9151, benefits Autism Society of America Turkey Dinner w/Native Americans, 5pm, info & reservations at 215-357-4005 or www.churchvillenaturecenter.org Naturalist Foray for all ages, 2pm, Bountiful Bugs outdoor adventure, Free! Info at 215-345-7860 or peacevalleynaturecenter.org Geocache Walk, 11am at Lake Nockamixon, Free & lasts about an hour. Details at State Park Education Ctr: 215-529-7307 October 8 to 13 Fire Prevention Week Dublin Fire Co.
(Oct 10 Open House 7pm)
ottsville Fire Co.

(Oct.12 Open House 7pm-9:30pm)
Perkasie Fire Co.

(Oct. 11 Open House & Bike Giveaway 6pm-9pm)
Quakertown Fire DePt.

(see www.quakertownfd.org for events)
riChlanDtown Fire Co.

(Free Haunted Firehouse, 215-536-2416 for dates)
riChlanD twP Fire Co.

(Oct. 17 Fire Prevention Nite @ Chick-Fil-A 5pm-8pm)
sellersville Fire Co.

(Oct. 28 Fire Prevention Open House 12noon-3pm)
sPringtown Fire Co.

(Oct. 11 Fire Prevention Open House 6pm-8pm)
telForD vol. Fire Co.

(Oct 14 Fire Prevention Open House 12:30pm-3.30pm)
tylersPort Fire Co.

(Oct. 19, 20, 26, 27, Haunted Hayride)
uPPer sauCon Fire Co.

(Oct. 7 Open House & activities, 1pm-4pm)
October 9 Free introduction to Square Dancing, 7pm-9:30pm at Melody Lakes Recreation Hall, behind miniature golf on Route 309, Quakertown, Info: 215-538-0242 Start Me Up: What New Business Owners Need to Know (small business series), 8pm, Info at 215-536-3211 or www.ubcc.org October 11 Medicare Made Easy, 6:30pm-7:30pm, seminar explains different Medicare options, Senior Insurance Solutions at Hidden Meadows on the Ridge, 340 Farmers Lane, Sellersville, RSVP 215-257-6701 Rotary Clubs Memberfest, 6pm-8pm at McCooles Arts & Events Place, 4 South Main St, Qtwn, $20/members, free for future members, register before Oct. 5 at rotarymemberfests.blogspot.com October 11 & 12 Fall Rummage Sale, 9am-6pm at St. Johns Lutheran Activity Ctr, 1st Ave. & Union St, Richlandtown, homemade lunch & baked goods, more info at 215-538-0875, stjuccrichtown@enter.net October 12 Living with Alzheimers, 6pm-7:30pm, educational info for individuals & families, speaker Julie Thomas, Hidden Meadows on the Ridge, 340 Farmers Lane, Sellersville, 215-257-6701 Fire Prevention Night, details at Borough office: 215-723-4371, soudertonborough.org October 12 & 13 Used Book Sale, 10am-4pm, James Michener Library, Mill Street, Quakertown $1/hardcovers,50/paperbacks, gently used donations accepted, proceeds benefit library, 215-536-3306 October 13 4th Annual Pet Wellness Fair for family & pets, 11am-3pm, Telford Veterinary Hosp, 78 Souderton Hatfield Pike, Souderton, www.telfordvet.com for details & pre-regis. Bingo Fundraiser for Brittanys Hope Foundation, doors open 4:30pm, Calvary Church, Rte 113, Souderton, $20/20 games, register: Shannon 215-872-3376 or ss13boyle@aol.com VFW Flea Mkt/Craft Show in Sellersville, 8am-3pm, $15/space (and up), contact Roselee 215-257-5648 Flea Market, 9am-3pm (r/d Oct 20), St Pauls Lutheran, 837 Old Bethlehem Rd, Applebachsville, $15/table, refreshments, 484-707-6749 or 215-536-6680 Rabies Clinic at Richlandtown Firehouse, 12noon-3pm, www.lastchanceranch.org
October 2012 Upper Bucks Free Press
Durham Twp Community Day, 1pm5pm, live music, good food, activities, etc. at Durham Grist Mill, 215 Old Furnace Rd, Riegelsville, info: 610-346-8911 or durhamtownship@enter.net October 14 2012 Quakertown Crop Walk at Memorial Park, 600 Mill St, regis. 1pm, walk at 1:30pm. 25% proceeds benefit Qtwn Food Pantry. 215-679-7710 Breakfast at Upper Black Eddy Fire Co, Firehouse Lane, 7:30am-12noon, $7/adults, $3/kids 5 to 10, free under 5, re-orders $2 extra. Benefits fire company Cash Bingo, doors open 12noon at Souderton Fire Co., 266 N. Second St, refreshments available, Mary 215-721-3167 October 15 Miller-Keystone Blood Drive, 1pm-7pm at Springfield Church of the Brethren, 920 Passer Rd, Coopersburg, walk-in or call for appt. at 610-282-0116
October 16 Quakertown Neighborhood Assoc. Monthly Meeting, 7pm at Quakertown Library, www. quakertownna.org October 18 7th Annual Upper Bucks Foodie, 5:30pm-8pm at Sands Chrysler Jeep Showroom in Qtwn, food tasting & networking, details & regis. call 215-536-3211 or UBCC.org October 19 & 20 Fall Rummage Sale (Fri. 9am-4pm) (Sat. 9am12noon), food also available, Quakertown United Methodist, 1875 Freier Rd, Qtwn, Becky: 215-896-7055 October 20 Oldies Dance by Good Time Motorvators Car Club, 7pm-11pm, Perkasie Firehouse, 100 N. 5th St, ticket info at 215-257-5706 Shredder School, Event 11am-1pm, UB Tech 3115 Ridge Rd, Perkasie,
$5/copy paper box or 2 grocery bags of documents. No newspapers, phonebooks, or books. Benefits UBCTS. 215-795-2911 Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Dinner, 4pm-7pm at St. Pauls U.C.C., 104 Green St, Sellersville, $10/adult, $5/ages 6-12, under 6 are free. No take outs! Autumn Alive in Downtown Quakertown, flea mkt/crafters at Qtwn Train Station, 215-257-3562 www.quakertownalive.com 18th Annual Craft Fair, 9am-3pm, Lenape Valley Presbyterian, Rt 202 & Ute Rd, New Britain, call 215-345-1099, $25 vendor tables Meat Shoot at Forrest Lodge VFW, 12noon, supports roof fund, 2118 Old Bethlehem Pike, Sellersville, 215-257-9480 Craft Show/Bake Sale, 9am-3pm at Grace United Methodist, 295 S. Main St, Telford, 215-723-2144 October 21 45th Annual Quakertown Halloween Parade begins 2pm, (r/d Oct. 28), requests of $1/person to defray costs, plus non-perishable food items to be picked up along the parade route to benefit the Qtwn Food Pantry. Questions? Volunteer? 215-538-5600 x5641 Lore & Mystique of the Hobo 2pm at Springfield Twps one-room schoolhouse, 2165 Rte 212, Pleasant Valley, Questions? Tom Cline 484-308-1510 Enjoy traditional and classical folk music of the 16th through 19th centuries, 4pm, St. Johns Lutheran Activity Center, Union & 1st Avenue, Richlandtown, details at: sterlingsilver.eventbrite.com or 215-536-5027 Penny Party at Eastern Upper Bucks Senior Ctr, 1pm, 100 numbers/$2, light lunch available, 50/50, door prizes, raffle. (doors open noon), 8040 Easton Rd, Ottsville, 610-847-8178 Horizon of Hope Breast Cancer Fundraiser, 11am-2pm, Indian Valley Country Club, 650 Bergey Rd, Telford, Longaberger cash & carry, lunch, program, door prizes, etc. 215-822-9781
October 25, 26, & 27 The Amateurs! (3 one-act comedy plays), benefit show for CareNet of the Lehigh Valley, free tickets must be reserved. (offerings will be accepted), PlayersoftheStagePA@gmail.com October 26 Congressional Forum w/Central & Upper Bucks CC & League of Women Voters, 8am @ Water Wheel Rest., Doylestown. Mike Fitzpatrick (R) and Kathryn Boockvar (D) will attend. 215-536-3211 October 27 & 28 Haunted Firehouse 5pm-9pm at Richlandtown Fire Co, 125 S. Main St. (den of horrors w/firefighters lurking in costumes, scaring all who dare to enter), 215-768-6198 or 215-659-4164 Pet Portraits at Happy Hounds Lodge, with or without Santa (Sat. 11am-6pm) (Sun. 10am4pm), 201 South 3rd St, Coopersburg, 484863-1060 or www.Lastchanceranch.org October 28 All-U-Can Eat Breakfast at Haycock Fire Co, 8am-12noon, 850 Old Bethlehem Rd, Qtwn, $6/adults, $4/age 4 to 7, under 4 eat free, 215536-2224, www.haycockfire.org 4th Annual Black Cat 5K & One Mile Fun Walk, 9:30am at Peace Valley Park, New Britain, info: 215-900-4599 or www.blackcat5k.org, benefits BCSPCA October 31
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
November 4 Autumn Trolley Festival & Tour, 1pm-5pm, Chestnut & Wile St in Souderton, vendors, crafters, fun activities, food, DJ, etc. benefits rebuilding playground to include special needs. Lots more at www.chestnutstplayground or 267-664-4831 November 9, 10, 11 and 16, 17, 18 Scrooge presented by First Drama Troupe at First UCC, 4th & Park Ave, Qtwn, ticket info at 215-536-4447 or drama@firstucc.net, (tickets go on sale October 7)
Cross Members Car Club Cruise Nights, 1st Sat. every month thru Oct, 5pm9pm at Calvary Church, 820 Rt 113, Souderton, (free, all welcome)
Ongoing Community Activities and Resources
Volunteer Doctors Care at Upper Bucks Clinic offers free primary medical care to adults in Upper Bucks County with no medical insurance and meet income eligibility guidelines. 215-538-4774 Community Hymn Sing, 6pm, firstSunday every month, Saucon Mennonite Church, 6639 N. Main St, Coopersburg, All invited, refreshments provided, 610-282-0514 Quakertown PetSmart Pet Adoption Day! 11am-3pm every 2nd Saturday of the month, pets@lastchanceranch.org Miller-Keystone Blood Center Mobile comes to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Quakertown, 800-223-6667 for days and times. Organizations Sexual Assault Support Group for adult female survivors of sexual assault, NOVA Perkasie office, Information, guidance, or to register call hotline at 1-800-675-6900, NOVABucks.org Tourette Syndrome Support Group for adults over 21, 7pm-8:30pm, meets 2nd Thursday every month, Doylestown Hospital, contact Susan 215-527-7229 or susangottshall@gmail.com Gamblers Anonymous meets every Saturday 11am-1pm, St. Lukes Hosp. Education Ctr, Rm 111, Ostrum St, Bethlehem, 215-872-5635 Overeaters Anonymous meets every Thursday 10am-11am, West Swamp Mennonite Church, 2501 Allentown Rd, Quakertown, No dues, fees, and free babysitting. www.oa.org or Bob 610-762-3779
Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Sunday at 7pm, Grand View Hosp. info at 215-453-4699 Bedminster Nar-Anon Family Group meets every Tuesday 7:30pm at Deep Run West Mennonite Church, 1008 Deep Run Rd, Perkasie 18944. Support group for family & friends with loved ones struggling with addiction, bedminster.naranon@yahoo.com A Womans Place (support for domestic abuse & violence) 24-hour Hotline 1-800-220-8116, awomansplace.org Kiwanis meetings 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month, 12:30pm at Dominicks Pizza, Quakertown Community Meals Free Community Meals in Qtwn, 6pm at Richland Friends Quaker Meeting on second, fourth & fifth Weds. every month. Mill Rd & Main St off Route 309. 215-536-0395 Community Meal-every third Thursday of the month, 5:30pm-6:30pm, First UCC, 4th & Park, Qtwn, 215-536-4447 Bingo Bingo at Richland Twp Fire & Rescue every Tues. doors open 5:30pm, 64 Shelly Rd, Qtwn. 215-536-7226 Bingo at Great Swamp Fish & Game every Sat. night, open 4pm, games 6:30pm, kitchen open. Free coffee, 2650 Schukraft & Camp Rock Hill Rd, Qtwn, 215-536-8820 Bingo at Plumsteadville Fire Co. every Monday, opens 5pm, games 6:30pm (refreshments avail.) 5064 Stump Rd
More often than not it seems, when we are out and about in the area, especially when talking to people for stories, the phrase best kept secret is mentioned. Whether its the Shelly School, a group of residents organizing pickleball matches, local community organizations, the local artist community, or even the Pyramids of Quakertown, we get the feeling that Upper Bucks still has many unexplored stories that wed like to share with you. For our front page this month, weve asked a few people what they consider some of the best-kept secrets in Upper Bucks. And now, were asking you What do you think are some of the best-kept secrets in Upper Bucks? Well take your suggestions and try to do stories on them in the upcoming months. Send your suggestions to info@ubfp.org or to Upper Bucks Free Press, 312 W. Broad St. Suite 2A, Quakertown, PA 18951. Please include your name and contact information (for verification purposes only).
Its Time to Tell Us Your Secrets, Upper Bucks
Greg Shannon believes the best kept secret in Upper Bucks is Kiwanis. We serve kids in the Quakertown School District. We participate in Arts and Autumn Alive!, Christmas in July food collection for local food pantries, and other community events. photo by michele buono
Organization of Quakertowns 45th Annual Halloween Parade is well under way. The Parade will be held on Sunday, October 21, 2012 (raindate: Sunday, October 28, 2012), starting at 2:00pm. Formation will begin at 12:30 on 5th, 6th, and 7th streets. For this years parade, The Lions Club of Quakertown will once again be Partnering with the Quakertown Food Pantry to raise awareness about the valuable service the Food Pantry provides to our Community. We are asking that spectators of the parade, in addition to considering a donation of at least $1 a piece to help defray the costs of the parade, also consider bringing at least 1 non-perishable food item to be picked up by one of the entries in the parade for the benefit of the Quakertown Food Pantry.
Quakertown Halloween Parade Scheduled
This year represents the 13th year the Lions Club of Quakertown has organized the parade after taking over the responsibility from the Quakertown Jaycees. We hope the 2012 parade will be one of the biggest and best in its 44 year history, and welcome any suggestions or volunteers from those who have interest. We continue to look for participants in all categories, especially commercial and non-commercial floats. All who are interested in participating can pick up entry blank forms at various locations in Quakertown, including QNB Bank, The Free Press, Moyers Shoes, Sines 5 & 10, Borough Hall, as well as other locations. If anyone has any questions or wishes to volunteer, please contact Tom Klee at (215) 538-5600 ext 5641. Entry deadline is October 17, 2012.
American Legion Post #242 Monthly Notes

The fall season is busy at the Post. Our programs of special Saturday events at the Home Association mostly sponsored by the Sons of the Legion branch is open for your attendance. Keep an eye on the Lawn Marquee for announcements of these special events. Watch out for our giant yard sale/flea market tentatively schedule by our ladies on October 20th, 2012. While there, if you would like to become a member of our Legion Family in one of many of our groups, check with a member present, which way you could join. We welcome you! Shortly our Adjutant, Charlie Wismer, will be sending out our raffle tickets for our Youth Activity Drawing. We urge ALL members receiving these tickets to send them in with your check. There are many cash prizes and remember, the night of the drawing we have a nice lunch for a social get-together during the drawing. This important fundraiser furnishes us with the means of giving funds we give to our many youth programs including payment for various citizenship attendance programs, youth development camps, graduation gifts for students that excel, and funds requested by
individuals and approved by the body for youth improvement. Most important, November 11 (Veterans Day) we take part in Upper Bucks Veterans Associations annual event that is held at an area middle school. This year the event will take place on Monday, Nov. 12th to be held over at Palisades Middle School with 6th grade students participating from St. Isidores, Christian Schools, Palisades, Quakertown, and Pennridge School Districts. All Veterans and their families are invited to attend as well the general public. If you have never attended one of these affairs, you are truly missing an inspirational presentation of American Patriotism. I am truly amazed on how quiet the students are and how much they actively participate and truly thank the veterans after the service. Please attend for a never to be forgotten experienceespecially in these times of national and international tensions. The details of the service are: School Address: Route 412 between Ottsville and Springtown. Doors to Auditorium open: 9:30 AM. Service begins promptly at 10:00 AM. Yours in Patriotism, Dick Helm
Every year Medicare beneficiaries hear about the Annual Enrollment Period. Below are some frequently asked questions that will help you understand if this enrollment period pertains to you.
October 15th December 7th
Medicare 2013 Annual Enrollment Period
What is the AEP? The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) allows Medicare Beneficiaries to change or drop their Medicare Advantage Plan or Part D Drug Plan. Note: Medicare Advantage is an HMO style of coverage. It is not a Medicare Supplement also known as MediGap. What if I have a Medicare Supplement (MediGap)? If you have a Medicare Supplement (MediGap), you are not subject to the AEP calendar rules. You may actually change from one MediGap company to another anytime of year. What do I need to do during the AEP? If you want to change or drop your Medicare Advantage Plan or Part D Drug Plan, you must call a Broker or the Insurance Company. What if I do nothing? If you do nothing, your Medicare Advantage Plan or Part D Drug Plan will remain in effect until you change or drop it. What if I miss the AEP deadline? The Annual Disenrollment Period runs from January 1st - February 15th. During this time, you may still drop your Medicare Advantage Plan to buy a Medicare Supplement (MediGap) and Part D Drug Plan, but you cant buy a new Medicare Advantage Plan. Changes permitted during the Annual Enrollment Period Change From Original A & B Medicare (w/Supplement) to a Medicare
Advantage Plan. Change from a Medicare Advantage Plan back to Original A & B Medicare (w/Supplement) Switch from one Medicare Advantage Plan to another Medicare Advantage Plan. Join a Medicare Prescription Drug Part D Plan. Switch from one Medicare Prescription Drug Part D Plan to another Medicare Prescription Part D Drug Plan. Medicare Made Easy Seminars Senior Insurance Solutions will be holding Medicare Made Easy seminars throughout the area. These seminars are a great way to relax and learn about how all the parts of Medicare fit together. This 60 minute seminar is a straightforward and clear presentation that allows attendees to know their Medicare options, and understand their choices. An easy to follow and entertaining PowerPoint presentation is used, handouts are provided, and there is always ample time for Q & A. Everything will be covered: Medicare Basics, MediGap, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements, Part D Drug Plans, Turning 65, Enrollment Guidelines, Long Term Care See our ad on this page for the October seminar schedule! Until next timeBe well! -Howard
Where can I get my Free Press?

QUAKERTOWN PERKASIE
A-Plus Mini Market Borough Hall Bottom Dollar Foods Beer City Bricks Sales Classic Temps Chick Fil-A Earl Bowl Lanes First Niagara Bank Franks Pizza Giant Food Markets (309/313) The Grundy House Hen & Hog Hampton Inn Holiday Inn Independence Court James Michener Library Johns Plain & Fancy Karlton Cafe Liberty Thrift Store McDonalds Melody Lakes Philly Soft Pretzel Factory Quaker Cleaners Quakertown Family Restaurant QNB Bank Quaker Bakery Quaker Cleaners Redners Market Roma Pizza Sals Pizza Randa Seven-Eleven (7/11) Silver Shears Spinnerstown Hotel Sines 5 & 10 SNAP Fitness St. Lukes Hospital Swanns Pantry Toms Help Desk Wawa Upper Bucks Senior Center Upper Bucks SPCA Upper Bucks YMCA Upper Bucks Chamber of Commerce Yum Yum Donuts Dam Good Cafe Emils Diner First United Methodist Church Giant Food Markets Landis Food Markets Mirage Hair Salon Olde Towne Convenience Store Pennridge Chamber of Commerce Pierce Library QNB Bank Revivals Restaurant
TELFORD
Grundy Manor Indian Valley Library Landis Supermarket Lisas Pizza
howarD PeCk is the owner oF senior insuranCe solutions baseD in green lane Pa. hes a Pennsylvania liCenseD insuranCe broker who sinCe 2005 has FoCuseD his insuranCe PraCtiCe on the senior anD retiree MarketPlaCe while sPeCializing in MeDiCare. srinsuranCesolutions.CoM, 267-923-5281, or hnPeCk@CoMCast.net
SOUDERTON
Care & Share Shoppes Generations Main Street Java Mr. Bs QNB Bank Vincents Pizza Wawa
James Strothers to Turn 95 October 17
COOPERSBURg
Coopersburg Diner Giant Food Markets The Inside Scoop QNB Bank Turkey Hill Minit Market Weis Markets
Happy Birthday Daddy! I am so glad you are 95 and still going strong! May your birthday be filled with happiness all day long. God bless you! Love, Trina
SILvERDALE
Detlan Equipment Green Street Barber Shop
TRUMBAUERSvILLE
Borough Hall Finos La Cantina Silver Shears Spors General Store
HARLEYSvILLE
Hennings Market Landis Supermarket Walmart Wawa
SELLERSvILLE
A & N Diner Grandview Hospital Hidden Meadows on the Ridge Roy Ann Diner Suelkes Roadstand Village Market
Also available at lots of other high traffic locations between here and there.
Firefighters Showcase Skills in 2nd Annual Olympics

It was a day of fun and camaraderie for local firefighters as they enjoyed a day of friendly competition at the 2nd Annual Firefighter Olympics on September 8 at Benner Hall in Richlandtown. The games, hosted by Richlandtown Fire Company #36, are an opportunity for local firefighters to get to know each other and have a bit fun while showing off some of their prowess in different firefighter-themed contests. Trumbauersville, Ottsville, Perkasie, and West End Fire Companies were represented in the games. Teams competed in different events, such as an Obstacle Course, Bucket Brigade, Tug o War, Hose Drag and Roll, and a Gear Relay. Lieutenant John Wells of Richlandtown, who along with Andrea Clark, organized the games said, The news always shows firefighters doing their job at fires and we see everyone at fires, but this is a chance for us to get to know each other in a friendly way. Andrea adds that the games are also a way to raise awareness of what firefighters do. She also mentions that the Olympics are a great way to raise much-needed funds. Both Wells and Clark were very thankful to the community and local businesses for supporting the games. Volunteers from the Plumsteadville Fire Company acted as judges for the games, while the Delaware Valley Volunteer Fire Company from Erwinna covered for the Richlandtown Fire Company for the day. While the weather was uncertain at times, the competition carried on. At the end of the day, the team from Perkasie fire Company #1 emerged victorious; a repeat victory as they won the games last year, too. As first place winners, the team took home a trophy, a $300 cash prize, and a Halligan Bar (used to break down doors in a fire situation). Trophies were also given out for second and third place as well as for individual events.
Shirley A. Weitzel, 77, of Quakertown, died August 28 in St. Lukes university Hospital, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Forrest Sam Weitzel. Born in Coopersburg, she was the late Wallace and Grace (Quintrell) Hengey. She is survived by her son, David A. Weitzel of Bethlehem, and a her daughter, Kathleen A. Weitzel of Center Valley; her brother, Richard Hengey of Quakertown; two sisters, Barbara Wise of Girardville and Hazel Fulmer of Quakertown. MichAel J. Burke, Jr., 56, of Quakertown died August 29 in his home. He was the husband of Sharon L. (Leidy) Burke. They were married 33 years last April. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the Estelle T. (Doyle) Burke of Quakertown and the late Michael j. Burke, Sr. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by his son, Michael J,III of Manayunk, PA; his daughter, Megan C. Burke of Daytona, FL; two brothers, Daniel L. of Coopersburg and Patrick S. and his wife, Lynn, of Schnecksville; four sisters, Colleen A. Murphy and her husband, Timothy, of Quakertown, Maureen E. Coury and her husband, Michael Coury of Oak Harbor, WA, Mary Ellen Feeney of Souderton, and Erin Burke of Boyertown. thereSA e. krAuthAuSer, 79, of Quakertown, formerly of Sanatoga, Skippack, and Berwyn, died September 5 at Saucon Valley Manor, Hellertown. She was the wife of the late Carl Krauhauser,, Sr. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Matthew P. and Theresa M. (Krug) Groppenbacher. Theresa was a member of St. Isidores Catholic Church and a Lay Carmelite. She is survived by two sons, Paul and his wife, Erika, of Quakertown and Carl, Jr. and his wife, Candice, of Wilmington, DE; a daughter, Ann Nester, and her husband, Charles, of Jessup, GA; two sisters, Helen Reynolds and Mary Huebner; and nine grandchildren.
Obituaries
lindA M. h. SiMkAnin, 52, of Trumbauersville, died September 7 in Pennsburg Manor. She was the wife of the late Russell Simkanin. Born in Quakertown, she was the daughter of John and Dorothy Dot (Young) Hippeli. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church of Trumbauersville. In addition to her parents, Linda is survived by her daughter, Natalie Rowan and her husband, John; her granddaughter, Olivia; and her brother, Bob Hippeli. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and many extended family members. cArMen F. hillegASS, 79, of Richlandtown died September 16 at Greenleaf Nursing home in Doylestown. She was the wife of the late Haraold Hillegass, Born in Quakertown, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Helen (Schantz) Gruver she is survived by two sons, Charles G. Wresics and Pul L. Wresics and his wife Jan; a daughterin-law, Ann Wresics; six grandchildren Charles, Jason, Tara, Jeff, Tyler, and Reanna; three great grandchildren Kyle, Kara, and Logan. She was predeceased by her son, Jeffrey Wresics. ruth M. VAlentine, 96, of Salfordville died Tuesday, September 18 at LifeQuest in Quakertown. She was the wife of the late Harry F. Valentine. Memorial services were held September 22 in Lighthouse Christian Fellowship in Pennsburg with interment at Limerick Garden of Memories. ronAld r. koch, 70, of Coopersburg died on September 22 at Grandview Hospitaal, Sellersville. He was the husband of Alice F. (shearer) Koch. They celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary last March. Born in Quakertown, he was the son of Ralph Willis and Beulah (Reintzheimer) Koch. In addition to his wife, Ronald is survived by his daughter Sharon A. Reiner and her husband Charles of Coopersburg, his brother Charles J. Smith and his wife Laurie, also of Coopersburg; his sister Kathleen Searfoss and her husband Ronald of Center Valley, and two grandchildren, Alexa and Lynzee.
(above) For the second year in a row, the Perkasie Fire Company won the Firefighter Olympics. (left to right): Warren Lauer, Jason Kelly, Brian Black, Tim Yannacone, Jordan Schoeller, and John Yannacone. (bottom left) All of the competitors - Perkasie, Ottsville, Trumbauersville, (bottom center) Hauling buckets full of water to the top of the scaffolding for the Bucket Brigade competition. (bottom right) Dragging the 185-pound Rescue Randy across the field as part of
photo by michele buono
and West End - and the judges, in the white shirts, from Plumsteadville Fire Company.
the obstacle course.
What can I do to protect myself against identity theft? First, dont carry your Social Security card in your wallet. Keep it at home with your other important papers. Second, avoid giving out your Social Security number. While many banks, schools, doctors, landlords, and others will request your number, it is your decision whether to provide it. Ask if there is some other way to identify you in their records. To report identity theft, fraud, or misuse of your Social Security number, the Federal Trade Commission, the nations consumer protection agency, recommends you: 1. Place a fraud alert on your credit file by contacting one of the following companies (the company you contact is required to contact the other two, which will then place alerts on your reports): Equifax, 1-800-525-6285; Trans Union, 1-800-680-7289 Experian, 1-888-397-3742 2. Review your credit report for inquiries from companies you have not contacted, accounts you did not open, and debts on your accounts you cannot explain; 3. Close any accounts you know, or believe, have been tampered with or opened fraudulently; 4. File a report with your local police or the police in the community where the identity theft took place; and 5. File a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-438-4338 (TTY 1-866-653-4261).
Social Security Q & A
call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778). How do I earn coverage for Social Security? You earn Social Security credits, sometimes referred to as quarters of coverage, when you work and pay Social Security taxes. The credits are based on the amount of your earnings. In 2012, you receive one credit for each $1,130 of earnings, up to the maximum of four credits per year. Each year, the amount of earnings needed for a credit goes up slightly as average earnings levels increase. Generally, a person needs 40 credits to be eligible for retirement benefits. There are special rules for the self-employed. Read more about self-employment and Social Security in our online publication, If You Are Self Employed, at http:// socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10022.html. To learn the amount required for Social Security credits for prior years, see Quarter of Coverage at socialsecurity. gov/OACT/COLA/QC.html. I was turned down for Supplemental Security Income (SSI); can I appeal the decision? If you disagree with a decision made on your claim, you can appeal it. The steps you can take are explained in Your Right To Question A Decision Made On Your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Claim, available online at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/11008. html. Also, you have the right to have a representative, such as an attorney, help you. More information is in Your Right To Representation, at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10075. html. Read these and other publications online at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs. What is the difference between the disability application and the disability report? Do I have to complete both? A disability application is a claim for benefits. To receive Social Security disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits, you must file a disability application. A disability report provides information about your current physical or mental condition. We need this to process your disability application. In all, to establish a claim, you need to submit a disability application, a disability report, and an authorization to release medical records. You can learn more and apply online at www. socialsecurity.gov/applyfordisability. I am applying for extra help with Medicare prescription drug costs. Can state agencies help with my Medicare costs? When you file your application for Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug costs, you also can start your application process for the Medicare Savings Programs state programs that provide help with other Medicare costs. When you apply for Extra Help, Social Security will send information to your state unless you tell us not to on the application. Your state will contact you to help you apply for a Medicare Savings Program.
tom reiley is the social security district manager allentown, pa office and can be reached at thomas.reiley@ssa.gov.
in the
Its hurricane season. If there is a big storm in my area, will I still be able to do business with Social Security? During an emergency, keep in mind two things. First, you can conduct most of your business with Social Security online at www.socialsecurity.gov. There, youll find a wealth of information and online services. For example, you can apply online for Social Security benefits or for Medicare, and then you can check on the status of your pending application. If youre already receiving Social Security benefits, you can go online to change your address, phone number, or your direct deposit information, get a replacement Medicare card, or request a proof of income letter. You even can get your Social Security Statement online. You also can find out if your local office is open by going online to www.socialsecurity.gov/ emergency. That site lists any office closings and delays. Second, make sure you receive your benefits through Direct Deposit. While the mail can be disrupted during severe weather, Direct Deposit payments arrive in your account on time, all the time. Go to www.socialsecurity.gov/deposit to sign up for more information. Im retired and the only income I have is from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). Are my IRA withdrawals considered earnings? Could they reduce my monthly Social Security benefits? No. We count only the wages you earn from a job or your net profit if youre self-employed. Non-work income such as annuities, investment income, interest, capital gains, and other government benefits are not counted and will not affect your Social Security benefits. Most pensions will not affect your benefits either. However, your benefit may be affected by a government pension from work on which you did not pay Social Security tax. For more information, visit our website at www.socialsecurity.gov or
Synergy Project Street Outreach Loses Funding

What will happen to the 35 or 40 young and homeless left by the new void of the Synergy Project? Funding for the street outreach program for Bucks County has not been renewed for the next three years, so effective October 1, 2012 these people will have to find help somewhere else. The trouble is, few immediate resources exist in Upper Bucks for young, homeless 12 to 21-year-olds. Even though Bucks County IUs Pink Book, is a helpful resource that includes a variety of available agencies and services, it will be more difficult to connect them to those who need it most without the Synergy Project in place. If it doesnt keep you awake at night wondering where they will sleep, how they will get back into some kind of stability before they are victimized or homelessness becomes a long-term way of life, it should. This year alone, the Synergy Project assisted 176 youth, age 21 and under in Bucks County. How will they get food, and medical care? How will they remain in school? Who will help them apply for a job, or get to and from work if they are lucky enough to have a job? Who will take advantage of their misfortune? The Synergy Projects first priority has always been to address a persons immediate needs: food, clothing and hygiene. The next challenge is to find safe housing. Bucks County has an American Red Cross shelter in Levittown but it usually has a six to eight week waiting period for admission. If the person is from Upper Bucks and still in school, it is simply impractical to expect them to find their way much less stay so far away, even temporarily. Valley Youth House of Warminster can provide housing for young people. It can accommodate up to four people 17 and under, and one 18 year old, but he or she must be in high school in order to qualify. Those 18 to 21 can go to Covenant House in Philadelphia. Without the Synergy Project, Upper Bucks has no alternative program in place where a homeless young person can get transportation to Warminster, Levittown, or Philadelphia. Who will help the person tap into his or her own resources, encourage the person to remain in school or to retain a job? Under the stress of being homeless, it is difficult for a young person to consider ideas about a suitable home. As community members, businesses and social service agencies of Upper Bucks, we cannot afford to let this valuable street outreach project fall by the wayside. It needs support: money, gift cards for groceries, gas and clothing, personal hygiene items for males and females. More importantly, this is urgent. Support the Synergy Project by sending a contribution to Valley Youth House, Attention: Synergy Project, 800 North York Road, #22, Warminster, PA 18974 or contact Shane at 215-990-3962.

Music program enhances the midto-higher frequencies so as to project a sharper and clearer sound input for the wearer. The music program is a listening program. The user is not required to use it in music exposure only. I once had a patient that preferred the music program so she could understand speech easier. Telephone selection can exclude all other sound in the wearers environment so they can hear and understand speech on the telephone. The interference is eliminated and the speakers voice is transmitted directly from the telephone receiver to the hearing aid so all of the message has direct input. In addition, digital hearing aids utilized in conjunction with a Com Pilot will allow the user to pair their cell phone with the aids so the voice is sent directly from the phone to the hearing aids. With the state-of-the-art technological advances in amplification, why not explore better hearing today? So start using that Styrofoam cup for coffee or hot chocolate instead of your secret hearing aids. Then again, you may make a pile of money. That used car salesman did not pursue a patent for his new invention. If you suspect a hearing loss, call today and get your hearing checked. If you receive a diagnosis from that evaluation that hearing aids are needed, get them. If you currently are a dissatisfied hearing aid owner and want to hear better, do something about it. Good hearing is a phone call away. patrick m. murphy, m.ed., ccc-a, faaa has been in private practice since 1987 and wears binaural digital completely-inthe-canal hearing aids. he can be reached at hearingdoc@aol.com and 215-804-1111.
The earliest known hearing aid is thought to be the ear trumpet. It existed
in France around 1624. Acoustically, the ear trumpet allowed the user to direct the incoming voice into the ear and boost the higher frequencies of speech for enhanced intelligibility. If you are in the market for one, today they can be found on the internet in online auctions. A friend of mine once told me about a used car salesman that complained of hearing loss. He developed his own hearing aids. The gentleman took a Styrofoam cup, cut off the bottom and approximately one-third of the side from top to bottom to create the shape of a C. He could attach the bottom of his customized cup hearing aid behind each ear and heard the television a whole lot better. This car salesman was pretty cheap and did not like to spend money. I remember being at his small dealership once when a customer was bring back his newly-purchased used car with smoke billowing out of the tailpipe. The salesman could not understand why the customer was mad. Oh, that dealership is long out of business. I decided against offering the ear trumpet or Styrofoam cup hearing aid when I established my practice twenty-six years ago. Analog (conventional) hearing aids have come and gone. Programmable hearing aids have come and gone. Digital hearing aids first became available on a regular basis around 1988. These devices have been transformed along with the technological changes we are exposed to with computers and are well past the fifteenth generation or more. Who would have thought we would be wearing computers to help us hear better? Digital hearing aids are here to stay and
continue to become even better. Digital hearing aids, besides being a computer-driven aid (device) to help you hear better, can do so much more. The device can be programmed to provide listening comfort in calm situations, speech in noise, comfort in noise, music, and telephone use. These four listening programs can change automatically or with the touch of a button, be designated by the user to instantaneously turn on and stay on until changed. Calm situations refers to one-on-one conversation in a quiet room or area
Brain Within a Hearing Aid
without any interference with background noise. Most any hearing performs fine in this type of environment. Speech in noise allows the user to understand speech in conversation with a person while in a crowded area with multiple speakers. Examples include a party, meeting, or any other gathering of people. Comfort in noise enables the hearing aid user to understand speech during exposure to high intensity noise. This auditory assault usually occurs in large crowds or during noise exposure to trucks, buses, and automobiles.
The Upper Bucks Free Press is made possible by the businesses you see on these pages. Please stop in to thank them for supporting your communitys voice.
QNB Bank held a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, September 17th for its new Colmar branch. Located at 127 Bethlehem Pike in Colmar, PA, construction is expected to continue through the end of 2012 with a Branch Opening sometime during the first quarter of 2013. David W. Freeman, President of QNB
(left
QNB Bank Breaks ground for New Colmar Branch
said, We are pleased to be able to find such a convenient location for our tenth branch. Our new Colmar Office, near the intersection of Route 309 and Walnut Street, is just north of the Colmar Train Station and the Wawa Market. We trust our current and future customers in the Colmar area will find the new branch to be of great value.
to right) Andrew Haines; Township Manager/Hatfield Township, Ken Amey; Township Planner/ Zoning Officer, Jennifer Frost; QNB SVP/Chief Information Technology Officer, Bret Krevolin; QNB Chief Financial Officer, David Baver; President/Gordon Baver, Inc., Dale Wentz; QNB SVP/Chief Retail Officer, Scott Brown; Ward 1 Commissioner/Hatfield Township, April Donahue; QNB VP/Colmar Branch Manager, David Freeman; QNB President/Chief Operating Officer, Thomas Bisko; QNB CEO, Brian Mack; QNB Facilities Manager, Scott Orzehoski; QNB EVP/Chief Lending Officer (kneeling), Deputy Chief Calvin Trovinger, President Durrell Slifer, Jr. submitted photo
Richlandtown Celebrates New Playground

On September 15, residents and local dignitaries gathered to celebrate the culmination of years of hard work and dedicate the new Benner Memorial Park at Benner Hall. While the mayor, congressmen, and other speakers commended the effort of those involved in the project, children were climbing, running, sliding and jumping all over the new playground behind them. Jocelyn Myers, project manager and former Richlandtown councilperson, is proud of the job done by the little borough that could and perhaps just a bit emotional over the experience. I am probably the only person to ever get all teary watching a forklift lowering a restroom into place, she said. Besides the aforementioned restrooms and playground, the park contains new sports fields, a walking path, and basketball courts.
The Little Borough that Could:
The approximately 10-acre park cost about $600,000, the bulk of the money financed by various grants. The remaining money is from donations, not only from the borough, county, and state, but from various fundraisers. Myers said that the fundraising efforts will be continuing as the Playground Association will be reimbursing Richlandtown borough for money lent to finish the project. In addition to Mayor Raub and Jocelyn Myers, Borough President Robert Shinn, Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick, State Senator Bob Mensch, State Representative Paul Clymer, and former Borough President Jim Bowman gave a few words on the park dedication. Larry Benner, nephew to Charles Benner for whom the park and Hall are named, sang the National Anthem. The playground is located on the Benner Hall property at 1260 Cherry Street in Richlandtown.
(left to right) Larry Benner, Borough President Robert Shinn, State Senator Bob Mensch, former Borough
President Jim Bowman, project manager Jocelyn Myers, Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick, State Representative Paul Clymer, and Mayor Carl Raub gathered around a stone marker commemorating the new Benner Memorial Park. Referring to the stone in his remarks, Bob Shinn wanted everyone to know that Richlandtown rocks!. photo by michele buono
Despite the rain and winds of a threatening storm, an estimated 400 people came out for the official kick-off of Grand Views Centennial celebration held at the hospital last Tuesday. The crowd gathered in lively conversation while enjoying an assortment of hors doeuvres and desserts. Guided tours gave guests a glimpse at the exceptional care and advanced technologies found in the Joint Replacement Center, the Birth & Family Center, ICCU, and the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. The event coincided with the hospitals public annual meeting with remarks by President & CEO Stuart Fine and Grand View Health Foundation Chair Mary Anne Poatsy. Mr. Fine reflected on the opening of the hospital 100 years ago to address the needs of sufferers of all disease and accidents. He noted, The first patients were attended to in a small, converted farmhouse situated just uphill from where were now standing Mr. Fine continued, Today, Grand View is a modern facility of more than 200 inpatient beds, occupying over half a million square feet of space on six campuses. The hospital is the communitys largest employer, with a staff of approximately 1,800. He added, More than 500 patients a day are cared for through our inpatient and outpatient hospital facilities, with hundreds more being cared for through our many physician offices.
gvH Kicks Off 100th Anniversary Celebration
Members from all corners of the community came out to celebrate Grand Views past, present, and future. Distinguished guests included Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick, Sellersville Mayor Thomas Hufnagle, Chair of the Hospital Board of Trustees Bill Aichele, board members, medical staff, employees and volunteers both past and present. A memorabilia gallery gave guests an opportunity to see and examine historic items from an extensive collection of hospital artifacts on loan from the Sellersville Museum. The gallery featured historic photos and mementos, including items from the Grand View School of Nursing and medical equipment physicians used long ago. The public is invited to check the Centennial website (www.gvh100.org) regularly for updates and events. Hospital visitors are encouraged to view the recently installed large-scale timeline near the cafeteria, which marks major hospital milestones. The Centennial celebration will continue on to the hospitals actual 100th anniversary date, December 6, 2013. While Grand View opened its doors eager to address the communitys medical needs a century ago, it remains committed to providing compassionate care and the latest medical advances well into the future.
10
Everyday Heroes, Firefighters Can Use Your Help

They all have jobs and families of their own, lives that they lead in the community, but when they get the call, volunteer firefighters will be there to help save your life and property. October is Fire Prevention Month and it seems fitting to talk to firefighters about what they do. These volunteers stand ready to respond to fires, accidents, and other emergency calls twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, regardless of weather, 365 days a year. During hurricanes and snowstorms, emergency responders will often stay at the firehouse overnight to ensure a quick response to any calls they might receive. Its a family, a brotherhood, said Lieutenant John Wells. Wells and a few of his fellow volunteers at the Richlandtown Station 36, agreed to sit and talk about their experience as volunteer firefighters. All of us here are family. Its something that a lot of us were brought up with, agrees Deputy Chief Calvin Bo Trovinger. Station President Durrell Slifer adds, We each go on as many calls as we can. And I know that if I needed help these guys would be here for me. The Richlandtown station averages about ten calls a month; sometimes more, sometimes less, but the volunteers are always ready to help. Station photographer Andrea Clark says that there have been times when all the firefighters are eating dinner at a restaurant, but they get a call, and everyone gets up to go. And they eat dinner later. Once an emergency is called in, the average time it takes for a volunteer in Richlandtown to get to the firehouse, gear up, get on a truck, and to the fire or accident scene is four minutes. Time is precious and these men and women know that there isnt any to waste when an emergency call comes in to the station. The firefighters would like to remind people that if you see a car or truck with a flashing blue light behind you on the road, please pull over and let them pass. Every second counts when they are on their way to an emergency call. Jamie Trovinger, Calvins wife, remembers a time when an emergency call came in while the couple was on the way to a friends wedding. We turned around and he went to the call. We got to the wedding a bit late. Durrell recalls delaying leaving for a vacation, The car was packed and we were ready to hook up the camper and go. The call came in and what could I do? We left a few hours later than planned. Fire departments countywide are hoping to interest more people to volunteer for this demanding, yet ultimately rewarding opportunity to be an asset to your neighbors and community. And its not just firefighters that are needed. Firehouses need people to help with the paperwork, building maintenance, fundraisers, and other work around the station. In addition to fighting fires and saving lives, these volunteers work to raise money to keep the fire houses maintained and equipment up-to-date. Did you know that it costs approximately $5,000 to outfit one firefighter? The gear includes: a helmet, boots, pants, a coat, and gloves. It doesnt include the airpack, which adds another $2,500 to the cost. This is also the time of year when fire departments send out letters asking for donations from the public. Other ways that fire stations raise money are through filling pools for the summer, running breakfasts and hoagie sales, even the recent Firefighter Olympics sponsored by the Richlandtown station helped raise much-needed funds. State and federal grants help cover costs, too. Local governments help fund the fire departments as much as is feasible as well. And thats a good thing when you consider how much new equipment costs. For example, a new fully-fitted firetruck can have a hefty price tag of over $600,000. So when you get a letter from your local fire station asking for a donation, please consider giving what you can. To become a volunteer and see how you can help, visit www.bucksfire.org. The website is your one-stop shop on how you can get involved and become a volunteer with your local stations countywide. Training can be demanding, but is absolutely essential. Lt. Wells, who has been a firefighter for 27 years, remarks that, Basically, youre getting very professional business services for free. Were volunteers, but we are professional. Youll get no better service. And indeed, when these brave men and women arrive at the scene of your emergency, you can be assured that you are in very good hands and that they will do everything they can to save you, your family, and your property. And it seems that once youre a firefighter, you are a firefighter all of the time. On the way home from a firefihers weekend in New Jersey and on the way to the interview for this article John Wells, Andrea Clark, Calvin and Jamie Trovinger made an unexpected stop to put out a car fire. Because Calvin is the Deputy Chief, the Trovingers personal car is set up for fire calls and they were ready to help when they saw the car burning along the side of the highway.
Members of Station 36 fight a garage fire on Gruversville Road July 29.
photo by andrea clark
(left
to right) Jamie Trovinger, Andrea Clark, 2nd Lieutenant John Wells (kneeling), Deputy Chief Calvin Trovinger, President Durrell Slifer, Jr. photo by michele buono
Benjamin Franklin founded the Union Fire Company in Philadelphia on December 7, 1736. It was our countrys first volunteer firefighting organization and consisted of a group of thirty dedicated men. Their equipment included leather buckets, with strong bags and baskets for packing and transporting goods which were to be brought to every fire. The blaze battlers met monthly to talk about fire prevention and fire-fighting methods.
Tom Hearn, owner of AAMCO in Quakertown, was the lucky winner in Toms Help Desks 2000th Customer Celebration Raffle. Tom Merrick celebrated the 1000th customer served by his business in April 2011 and reached the 2000 customer milestone this September. photo by christopher betz
11
(above) Justin Hirthler took a ride in a new Ford Mustang to help raise money for Quakertown music programs at the recent Drive One for Your School sponsored by the Quakertown Music Promoters Organization. QMPO mom Lisa Gall goes along for the ride. (below) The Chick-fil-A cow and Quakertown Panther nearly made their getaway in the Big Banana Car at the QMPO Ford Drive One for Your School fundraiser. photos by michele buono
Sears Hardware of Quakertown has gone independent. To commemorate the occasion, State Representative Paul Clymer cut the ribbon at the stores Grand Reopening in September as a privately owned business. (left to right) Clymer is joined by assistant store manager John Snyder, store owner Chirag Patel, and store manager Jay OConnor. The Upper Bucks Chamber of Commerce, of which Sears Hardware is a new member, was also on hand for the ceremony. photo by christopher betz
12
I recently saw a commercial for the United Church of Christ (which in and of itself is amazing a commercial for a church denomination?!), and the slogan at the end said, God is still speaking. Well, I was pretty impressed with that. God is still speaking. God is alive. God is active. God is present. God is with us. God is at work. God has something to say. God is relevant. God is God. Today. Right now. In this place. In my life. God is still speaking. What a remarkable piece of good news. I wish I had come up with it. But then, reality set in, and I said to myself, okay, so God is still speaking. Is anybody listening? Am I listening? Are we listening? God is certainly speaking to us, but are we hearing what God is saying? Its not like God is calling on my cell phone. God doesnt have a talk show on afternoon television, or a call-in show on CNN. God doesnt address the nation on primetime television. God is speaking, yes, but how? Where? If I want to hear God, where should I be listening? The truth is, God speaks to us in countless ways, but that voice is often soft, quiet, and unobtrusive. God doesnt bellow and scream like a political talking head. God speaks in ways we have to actually have to actively listen for. The familiar phrase, a still, small voice, is a pretty fair description of the way God speaks. Think of Elijah on the mountain, in 1 Kings. God isnt in the earthquake or the storm God is in the silence. God is speaking, but God is in the silence. If we are going to hear what God is saying, we have to be paying very close attention. God doesnt yell (usually), God whispers. God speaks in intimate tones, in the soft voice of a lover, in the weak voice of the helpless, in the quiet of one who feels nobody is really listening. God speaks in the cry of a hungry or hurting child, in the despair of the lost, lonely and forgotten. God speaks in the prayer of the grieving and the pain of the oppressed. God speaks in the eyes of the needy. God speaks when all other voices
Listening for the Still, Small voice
has been silenced. God speaks to us in the dark of the night, in the darkness of our confusion and uncertainty. God speaks when we think no one is listening to us, when everyone has given up on us. God speaks in our solitude, in the quiet moments when all is still, when we alone with our thoughts. God speaks to us in times of confidence and joy, as well, sharing with us the good times, the blessed moments, the joyous times. God speaks to us through loved ones and through acts of love given and received. God speaks to us in the words of scripture read and spoken. God speaks to us in bread and wine and water. God speaks to us in communal prayer. God speaks to us in church. But God speaks to us everywhere else, as well. Anywhere else, really. God speaks words of comfort and hope, words of forgiveness and grace, words of promise and peace. God speaks words that call us to action on behalf of those in need. God speaks words that lead us to see the world as God sees it, as something priceless and beautiful and special. God speaks words that cause us to see all people the way God sees them, as individuals of infinite value and worth, as individuals who are deserving of love and respect, as individuals made in the image of God, as individuals loved passionately and eternally by God. God is still speaking, and God is speaking directly to us. Calling us to lives of faith and service. Leading us in ways of peace and justice for all people. Motivating us to perform works of love in the name of Jesus. God is still speaking, and the greatest word God still speaks is the Word made flesh, Jesus Christ. Jesus is Gods living word, Gods incarnate speech, Gods eternal sentence of salvation for the whole world. God is still speaking to us. As we gather for worship, as we go forth in love, as we follow the way of Jesus, as we serve the neighbor. God is still speaking, because God is with us, today and always.
Bat Black cat Boo candy costume creepy Fright
Full moon goBlin Jack-o-lantern mask monster mummy pumpkin
scary spider spooky treat trick Witch Broom
phoebe richland Wants you!

We are looking for VOLUNTEERS! We need volunteers to help escort our residents to therapy. We are looking for someone to fill ANY amount of hours between Monday- Friday 9AM-4PM. We are also always looking for volunteers who are musical entertainers! We accept volunteers for any amount of time, even as little as an hour a month. There are many other opportunities available!
contact suzy at 267-371-4506 or ssabo@phoebe.org if you are interested!
christ lutheran church

1 Luther Lane PO Box 569 Trumbauersville, PA 18970 215-536-3193 Pastor: Carolann Hopke
good shepherd church

(episcopal)
9:00am Worship, 10:15 Sunday School Free Drive-in Movies Friday evenings June through August, Handicapped accessible, Family Friendly Church
1634 Hilltown Pike Hilltown, PA 18927 215-536-3193 Pastor: Harper Turney
10:00am Sunday Eucharist
13
Wonderland Castle Brings Family Fun to Upper Bucks

With its old-world turret facing 309, Wonderland Castle opened its doors transformed inside into a unique, family gathering place. Known by some as the former Montana West, and by others as the former Benetz Inn, the expansive property is home to the largest family entertainment center in the area. Located right in the heart of Upper Bucks, nothing compares to it anywhere from the Lehigh Valley to Philadelphia in terms of its variety of activities. It is the culmination of a lifelong dream of President Joe Roberto and Vice President Julio Cajina. The initial vision of the complex was a laser tag arena and haunted house. Wanting to serve up the best quality service and entertainment, they enlisted the help of various consultants and experts from around the world. Their painter of the laser tag arenas 3D effects, for instance, came from the Netherlands. The space bodes well for any special gathering or party. It retained the restaurant, but does not serve alcohol. We want to focus on fun, said Roberto. While there is a liquor license, they have no intentions to use it. Thats why the community and Richland Township have been so supportive, because it really is a family entertainment destination, Roberto added. The converted bar is now an ice cream station. A full menu and buffet overseen by chefs round out the food, so you can play, have a meal or enjoy some snacks. The visit inside boasts a surprising array of activities. The center incorporates an old west style shooting gallery, arcades reminiscent of a traveling carnival, a mechanical bull, a full-size bounce house, Time Freaka computerized game for kids, and a high-tech jukebox. They look forward to individual, unique and classic amusements. Weve had elderly people in our bounce house, and they have just had the time of their life. Theyve been in there for hours, and were excited to see it, said Roberto. Labor Day weekend saw the beginning of Tuesday night country line dancing to fulfill the requests of many who miss the old Montana West. With an initial staff of 55 mostly local employees, the business is a much-needed employment boom to the area. Moreover,
management plans to increase that number as it grows. They have worked in cooperation with local social service agencies that work with displaced, challenged individuals who team with job coaches, and hired several employees. They have been a major joy, and they have turned out to be all top employees, so energetic, smiles on their faces. Its just delightful, said Roberto. Robertos long-range vision to develop the 12 acres behind the castle includes a miniamusement park. Management is working with local government to plan for it. Richland Township has been absolutely wonderful from A to Z, said Roberto adding, They were incredibly supportive and they understand what it takes to help a business along. They were prudent, they were very thorough, but they were very fair. In fact, even the State has been helpful with licensing and permitting. Were here to stay for a very long time, he added. During its opening week, Wonderland Castle booked parties daily, a trend which Roberto believes will continue based on inquires from many local youth and social groups. Plans to round out this year include a Halloween-themed October, including a wacky Halloween for kids and a haunted house for adults at night. During November and December, the center will transform again into a winter wonderland with a snow machine and village, and an indoor train for adults and children. As the holiday approaches, the Big Guy in the red suit will visit. For people who are pent up in the house in January, plans for a trampoline, bungee jumping and rock climbing, adding a toddler play area, and dancing for the young at heart are already in place. We want to do something for the teens, together with their friends in a safe environment, said Roberto. They will hold Top 40s teen dancing on Sunday nights from 6 p.m.10 p.m. Dont be surprised if you are greeted by a costumed princess or a jester as you enter the Castle bounce house. If you feel a tap on your shoulder at dinner, it could be the 7-foot dinosaur stopping by your table to say hello or to mug for the camera. In any case, there is something for everyone.
The Upper Bucks Kiwanis held a program on September 26 to install their new officers and celebrate their 6th Anniversary. (left to right) Treasurer, Iris Jewell; Secretary, Bonnie Houpt; President-Elect, Greg Shannon; and current President, Bernadette Stoudt. The organization works to serve the children who live in the Quakertown School District, including projects at local community events.
photo by michele buono
14
Along with the usually mentioned Karlton and Palace theaters, Sines 5 & 10, and the pillared Free Press Building; I would like to recall other stores making up our memories of back in the day. I remember when the Acme market was located on the left side of the street between Third Street and the railroad station. Bucks County Bank was located on the corner, then we had Hinkle & Biehn Shoe Store (where you could see an x-ray of your feet in the shoe), next door was Hagers Meats. Then the Acme (later on a clothing store) came in, also The New York Store; Hillegas Drug Store, with the original apothecary jars on the shelf; Dieterlys Dry Goods; The Friendly Book Store; and Clemmers Tobacco Shop, where we were able to buy Moxie soda pop. At the end, facing the railroad tracks was the location of a small low building called The Quakertown News Stand by local folks. Commuters on the train would grab their papers there or at the small separate stand at the train station. The train station was the hub of the community in the morning and afternoon as commuters left the area for The City or small towns to our south. Some went north to Bethlehem and the Lehigh Valley. I remember a raised one-man building at the street crossing where a person was employed to watch for trains and to raise and lower the gates closing traffic on Broad Street. There were always at least two wagons under the long overshoot between the passenger station and the freight station where the station master would have small parcel boxes off loaded from the train. I remember seeing Glenn Haring as the ticket master at the window that jutted out towards the main platform or could be accessed in the main lobby as you can see it today in its wonderful restoration. As a matter of fact, Mr. Haring is still with us today and his daughter Debbie is my neighbor. (I often discuss Glenns service to our country during World War II and his direct lineage to artist Waud who worked for Harpers Weekly during the Civil War and illustrated battle scenes from personal observation.) Let us not forget experiencing the sight, smells, and sounds of the wonderful steam engines Back in the Day. On the other side of the tracks, the main stores that stood out were Cassels Market; Kleins store, where you could by just about anything, including new antiques; Kookers Furniture; Moyers Shoes; Headmens (Knauss) Meat
Broad Street Back in the 50s
Market; and Nicholas Hardware, where my dad always bought his garden seeds. Other stores on Broad Street across from the abandoned Quakertown Stove Works were FW Woolworths, Ionas Millinery, The Karlton Cut-Rate, Weiss Mens Store, Weiss Womens Store, Cynthias Dress Shop, Sauls Department Store, H.C. Kulp Jewelers, Smiths Furniture (on the second floor at Christmas they had a full American Flyer train layout), the great A&P Grocery Store, and Smalls Sporting Goods. In the area, we had Wrigleys Music Store and Klines Atlantic Station. Back then, the Fire Station was located near the shopping with a side door that led to the Borough Offices. We also had two photographers, one on Broad Street and the other on Third Street; Greisamers was on Broad Street and Leathermens was on Third Street. I can remember my dad always getting his Christmas trees in the large empty spot of the stove works next to Klines Atlantic. I hope my memory of some of the stores jogs your memories of Downtown Quakertown. In the area of Sines 5 & 10, we had Dimmig Electric with its television on so to lure folks like ourselves to consider this new entertainment. We also had two banks Quakertown National and Merchants. Let us not forget Shellys Confectionery. Arts Auto Store, which replaced a gas station at Second Street, and our first pizza shop, Dominicks. Attached to the Bush House was a taproom. Back off of Second Street street was Scheetzs Beverage. On Front Street next to the Bush House, we had Duciliers Print Shop and further down the was B&O Grocery Store. Also, Schanelys Jewelry and Goldsmiths Jewelry. Back in the day, the stores closed on Wednesday afternoons, and except for the Drug Stores which had some extended hours, most stores closed at 5:00 or 6:00 at night. NO stores were open on Sunday and when the farmers market later wanted to open on Sundays, as our first store to propose this, it made newspaper headlines. The Fendue (Vendue Pa Dutch for Auction) or Quakertown Farmers Market was a story in itself that will be covered in a separate column. Yes, somehow our parents got their entire store shopping done without 24-hour service and working until 4 or 5 each night. As a matter of fact, many of the medicines were given by the doctors when you visited them were included in their $5.00 fee. Thats how it was Back in the Day!
QCSD Superintendent Lisa Andrejko and QCEA President/Professional Development coordinator Chris Roth visited the White House August 30 as part of a Pennsylvania contingent. Thirty education leaders were invited to meet with senior policy advisors and top staff of the U.S. Department of Education. Of the 30, Roth was one of only two teachers. Allentown School District was represented by Superintendent Russ Mayo and Mayor Ed Pawloski. The group also included a few superintendents, five principals, a few school board members, deans and officials from higher education and a few community organizations. We listened to three presentations with White House officials and then they met us in small groups for our feedback and questions, Dr. Andrejko said. It was a long day but very, very cool to be at the White House and have the ear of top education staffers. According to one online report of the day, Larry Feinberg of the Keystone State Education Coalition and Haverford school board member, reminded White House staff that middle-class students in well-resourced schools actually score at the top on international tests. One staff member agreed, noting, We need more investment in public education, not less, with a focus on early childhood education, curriculum, wrap around programs, and parent engagement. He reported on the 300,000 teaching jobs lost in recent years, noting the economic implications for the U.S. and warned that sequestration which will happen if congress does not head off looming mandatory budget cuts
QCSD Represented at White House in Education Forum
this fall will mean billions of dollars cut to Title I, special ed, higher ed, and other student programs. Dr. Andrejko left with impressions of security, many offices, hustle and bustle. She had time to offer suggestions in a small group session. What did she think would come of the sessions? I do think some things are easy fixes, she said. For example, the federal grants require so much reporting and paperwork. We suggested a streamlined process reminding them that schools have had cutbacks in administration and that there are few to do this work. With the big policy issues, like testing and standards, I dont think they understand some of the negative impact. We did ask that the president portray a more positive message about education and teachers. We explained how devalued teachers feel and the lack of respect for what we all do with kids every day. I think that message got through loud and clear. Roth said, Though everyone in the meeting was there representing different roles in education and sections of the state, the passion for public education and the success of all students was clearly evident in the dialogue throughout the day. It is the duty of all stakeholders - parents, teachers, administrators, school boards to continuously provide feedback on the regulations and programs that are being promoted by legislators for the future of public education. Together we can ensure the best education for all students in Pennsylvania. Hopefully the conversation will continue.
QCSD Superintendent Lisa Andrejko and QCEA President/Professional Development coordinator Chris Roth visited the White House August 30 as part of a Pennsylvania contingent. submitted photo
10th September 11 Anniversary Commemorated at Quakertown American Legion Post

Quakertown American Legion Post 242 commemorated the 11th anniversary of the terrorist attacks that killed almost 3,000 people on September 11, 2012. Local first responders, Senator Bob Mensch, and Representative Paul Clymer, as well as local residents attended the ceremony. After prayers, remarks, and memories were shared by the speakers, the names of the 17 victims from Bucks County were read aloud to the tolling of a bell. About the importance of holding an annual remembrance, Post Commander Isabel Giordano said, We must be ever vigilant and must never forget the sacrifices made for the safety of our nation.
15
I love reading. I read anything and everything. I sometimes even get in trouble at school for reading when I shouldnt be. Thats why I get a little upset when I read articles that say paper books will soon be a thing of the past because of eBooks. With a lot more people turning to eReaders, or thinking about getting an eReader, I thought it would be good to point out the good and bad points of both. I have a regular Kindle (it doesnt show in color), but Ive used other ereaders like iPads, Nooks, and Kindle Fires and I have been impressed by all of them. But, what about an eBook vs. a regular paper book? I think that even though the pages of an eBook look a lot like reading from paper, it just isnt quite the same. Although many screens on eReaders are made to use in sunlight, I find that the bright sun makes it more difficult to read an eBook compared to a regular book. I like holding a paper book more. I like to feel the pages and smell the paper. I have a bookshelf in my room with all my favorite books on it and I love to look at the shelf and the books on it. I have a collection of signed books that are very special to me and I wouldnt have that with eBooks. I love going to a bookstore or a library and just looking through the books, trying to find the one I want to bring home and read. Browsing in a virtual bookstore (like Amazon.com) are just not the same. Ebooks are a lot less money than regular books (after you buy the eReader, which
The Book versus the eBook Pros and Cons
is expensive). There are a lot of classics you can even get for free or about a dollar. The book in the picture in this article, Rick Riordans Throne of Fire costs $23.99 in hard cover and $7.99 for the Kindle version on Amazon.com. I can get a new release as an eBook the minute it comes out because I can just download it. No more waiting to get to a bookstore or for the library to have it in when theres a book I want to read right away! Many eBooks have interactive features in them that can make it seem more like playing a video game rather than reading. I think that is a good feature for kids who may be reluctant readers. I also like that eReaders have built-in dictionaries so if there is a word I dont know I can just click on it and the definition comes up. There are usually links imbedded in eBooks too so, if your eReader is connected to the internet you can follow the links to get more information about the author or to access other features included in the eBook. I have about 90 books on my Kindle right now and it weighs less than a pound. I can take my eReader in the car, on a plane, on a train, pretty much anywhere and I take ALL of my books with me. On the other hand, I dont have to worry about dropping a paperback and having the screen crack or sand ruining it at the beach. Both types of books dont do well in water. Real books will always be my favorite, but eBooks are definitely a good alternative. I think more and more kids and adults will want to read eBooks because of the price and the extra features you get with them. I personally think eBooks have a lot to offer and can be a lot of fun, but then again, I never have to worry about the batteries running out on my paper copy of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, by Mark Twain. To read more please check out my website www.thiskidreviewsbooks.com!
This month we welcome fall back into our lives. This is one of my favorite times of year. Cold brisk mornings followed by cool afternoons and perfect evenings to have a bonfire with friends. The leaves are changing on the trees and falling to the ground. Yes this truly is a spectacular time of year. But with that comes an important factor in your work out. The Warm Up!! The warm up phase of your work out is something a lot of us tend to skimp out on. We look at it as Not so important, but Ill do a little bit anyway. This couldnt be farther from the truth. WHY is the warm up so important? Lets discuss quickly what happens when you work out cold. To make this an easy mental picture, imagine a hard plastic table. Now if you try to stretch that table from both ends it would be very difficult and would likely snap. Now imagine that same table but lets think about really heating it up with a torch. It now stretches real easy. When you work out cold you are most likely going to obtain an injury if you dont warm up. Its simple as that. But this is only part of the reason for getting in a good quality warm up. The following is a list of benefits from a proper warm up: 1. Faster muscle contraction and relaxation 2. Increased rate of force and reaction time 3. Increased muscle strength and power 4. Lower viscosity in muscles and joints to help move more smoothly and
Warm Up.Why?
with less resistance (like oil in a car, thick when its cold but thins out when its heated up and performs better) 5. Improve oxygen delivery by increasing body temperature 6. Increase blood flow for muscle activation 7. Enhances metabolic reactions What is a good warm up then? To start you can do an easy jog or skipping or combination similar for 5-10 minutes then as your body temperature begins to go up you can begin to be more specific with your warm up. This is another 8-12 minutes of dynamic stretching and warm up. This should include all the range of motions required for your sport or activity. Increase the intensity gradually till you are now ready to begin your workout. All in all, your warm up will be best if you devote 10 -20 minutes to it. If you are short on time give a good 10 minutes, but make them count. Really focus on this part and your work outs will thank you for it. Just remember now its cooler outside so that means you might have to give that little extra time getting warmed up properly. Now go get warmed up and get your work out in!
Corbin is a graduate of the National Personal Training Institute (NPTI). He is a certified strength and conditioning coach and a certified nutrition coach. He is the owner of GetReal Training, LLC in Sellersville, PA. Contact him at 215-416-5757 or visit his web site at getrealtraining.net for more information.
New Laws Stand Up for victims of Sex Crimes

NOVA witnesses signing of new law allowing expert witness testimony
Sexual assault is one of the most personally violating crimes, and a victims response to these crimes is often misunderstood. Thanks to a new state law that took effect August 28, prosecutors in Pennsylvania courtrooms are allowed for the first time to call on expert witnesses for factual testimony about the behaviors of sexual assault victims. Pennsylvania is the last state to make this change. Most jurors do not know that the brain processes and stores traumatic memories differently than any other type of memory. Hearing clinical information like that from expert witnesses such as physicians, psychologists and sexual assault counselors will help jurors understand why a victim of sexual violence might have found it difficult to report the crime or remember the details in sequential order. Another bill, known as Act 126, was signed into law this summer requiring schools and independent contractors to provide employees who come in direct contact with children with three hours every five years of mandatory training on recognizing and reporting child abuse.
A new state law imposing stiff penalties on motorists who ignore road closed or other safety warning signs and devices went into effect on September 6, PennDOT said. Act 114, signed on July 5 by Governor Tom Corbett, reinforces the critical need for all drivers to obey traffic control signs. The law aims to increase safety for motorists and emergency responders in areas where flooding or other hazardous conditions exist. Too often, motorists decide their immediate needs outweigh the safety warning signs and they ignore them, which increases hazards for them and emergency responders, said PennDOT Secretary Barry J. Schoch, This law
New Law Penalizes Drivers Who Ignore Signs, Traffic Control Devices
underscores that we take safety seriously. When motorists are confronted with emergency road closures, we urge them to use common sense and obey the signs that are placed to keep them safe. Under the law, motorists who drive around or through signs or traffic control devices closing a road or highway due to hazardous conditions will have two pointsadded to their driving records and be fined up to $250. If the violation results in a need for emergency responders to be called, the fine is increased to between $250 and $500. In addition, violators will be held liable for repaying the costs of staging the emergency response.
16
Mid-Century Cookie Jars Recall Nursery Rhymes

The cookie jar held a place of honor in American kitchens in the 1950s and 1960s when it was part of the overall home dcor as well as an important piece of serving ware. Cookie jars were of good size in order to hold many cookies for Americas growing families in the years following World War II. The fact that these vintage collectibles were positioned in the front lines (a.k.a., on the kitchen countertop) of busy post-war American kitchens makes their condition a vital trait when assessing their appraised value on the collectibles market. Chips, cracks, and scratches to the surface decoration are key factors when evaluating these vintage cookie jars. The American Baby Boom sparked cookie jar production as Americans were having more babies and eating more cookies during the late 1940s and 1950s. Over the decades, cookie jars featured popular characters and cultural icons such as Felix the Cat, Howdy Doody, Mickey Mouse, Snow White, World War II American G. I.s, and Betty Boop, to name a few. The variety of cookie jars and the opportunity to collect so many different examples may contribute to the fact that many collectors just cant stop collecting these cherished objects from childhood. With cookie jars as with cookies, its difficult to have just one. I have reviewed cookie jar collections all over the United States and most are assembled in large numbers of cookie jars dating from the 1950s with values for the collections reaching the $10,000 to $20,000 range. Some examples of the market for good quality cookie jars in good condition from the mid 1900s include a Brush Pottery company cookie jar in the shape of a cow resembling the famous Borden milk mascot named Elsie from circa 1945-50 is worth $500. McCoys Aunt Jemima cookie jar sold for $325, a RobinsonRansbottom Pottery firms Oscar cookie jar brought $500, and the popular Little Red Riding Hood cookie jar by Hull commanded $1,500 recently. Nursery rhyme characters were among the most common types of cookie jars such as Humpty Dumpty, the Little Old Woman who lived in a Shoe, and Puss n Boots, to name a few. It makes perfect sense that nursery rhymes would be the featured theme for cookie jars as the characters were recognizable to youngsters. In the late 1980s, after the death of Pop artist Andy Warhol, the cookie jar market enjoyed a market spike. Warhol was an enthusiastic collector of cookie jars and viewed them as important objects of American culture. His famous estate auction brought cookie jar collecting to the forefront and put the sweet collectibles on the map. Warhols collection of hundreds of vintage cookie jars brought more than $250,000 at auction. The Warhol auction attracted new collectors to amass American cookie jars. Today, collectors remain committed to the cookie jar category and amass large numbers of jars from Maine to California Ph.D. antiques aPPraiser, author, anD awarD-winning tV Personality, Dr. lori Presents antique aPPraisal eVents nationwiDe. Dr. lori is the exPert aPPraiser on DiscoVery channels auction Kings airs thursDays at 9 PM. Visit www.DrloriV. coM, www.FacebooK.coM/Doctorlori or call (888) 431-1010.
Dont Let Identity Thieves Trick You...

Halloween is a time when many people like a good scare. Whether its a frightening costume party or a horrifying haunted house, kids and grown-ups alike line up for a good fright. What makes it enjoyable is that its all in good fun. People know that there is no real danger as long as precautions are taken. During the days before Halloween, it also happens to be National Protect Your Identity Week from October 20 to 27. Identity theft is a real threat. Identity thieves victimize millions of people each year. Dont be tricked by identity thieves; take the proper precautions. Be sure to safeguard your personal information, such as your Social Security number and mothers maiden name. Identity thieves hunger for such information like trick-or-treaters hunger for candy. You can help protect yourself by not carrying your Social Security card with you and not providing your personal information to unknown sources over the Internet or by email. Be sure to shred any documents, bills, or paperwork before you throw it away. Most important, never reply to an email claiming to be from Social Security that asks you for your Social Security number or other personal information. If you think youve been the victim of an identity thief, you should contact the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-IDTHEFT (1-877-438-4338); TTY 1-866-653-4261. Or you go to www.idtheft.gov and click on the link for Report Identity Theft. Learn more about identity theft at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10064.html. If you want to get involved with Protect Your Identity Week, visit www.protectyouridnow.org. Dont fall victim to an identity thief. Safeguard your identity and take precautions to keep the bad guys at bayduring Protect Your Identity Week, Halloween, and throughout the year. Question: Im doing more things online, including shopping and paying bills. What are some things I can do at www.socialsecurity.gov? Answer: Perhaps the most important thing you can do is to take a look at your Social Security Statement, which allows you to check your earnings record and get an estimate of your future benefits. Revisit your Statement annually, around your birthday for example. If youre ready to apply for benefits, you can do that online as well. Applying for Social Security retirement benefits online can
Its No Treat.
take as little as 15 minutes. Once youve submitted your electronic applications, in most cases, youre done! Also online, you can find more than 100 publications with information about Social Security and its programs. Most of these publications are in Spanish, and some of the most popular are available in 14 other languages. You also can estimate your future retirement benefit using our Retirement Estimator, which allows you to get personalized estimates based on different retirement ages and scenarios. The possibilities are endless at www.socialsecurity.gov. Question: I usually get my benefit payment on the third of the month. But what if the third falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday? Will my payment be late? Answer: Just the opposite. Your payment should arrive early. For example, if you usually get your payment on the third of a month, but it falls on a Saturday like it does this November, we will make payments on Friday, November 2. Find more information about the payment schedule for 2012 at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/calendar.htm. If you do ever miss a payment, be sure to wait three days before calling to report it missing. Of course, if you get your payments electronically, youll get your payment without having to wait for the mail. Find out more about electronic payments at www.godirect.org. Question: Im trying to decide when to retire. Can Social Security help? Answer: The best place to start is with a visit to the online Social Security Statement. The Statement provides you with estimates of benefits for you and your family as well as your earnings record and information you should consider about retirement and retirement planning. Find out more about the Statement and get yours at www.socialsecurity.gov/mystatement. There right time to retire is different for everyone and depends on your individual situation. To help you make your own decision, we offer an online fact sheet with some of the factors to consider at www. socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10147.html. Do you have Social Security questions? Send them to Thomas Reiley at Thomas. Reiley@ssa.gov. toM is the DistriCt Manager For the soCial seCurity aDMinistration in the allentown oFFiCe.
LIgHTS, CAMERA, SAvE!
Todays kids know everything about everything, but how much do they know about the using money wisely? QNBs participation in the Lights, Camera, Save! contest seeks to answer that very question. Lights, Camera, Save! will allow teens to role play and record their thoughts about saving and using money wisely, explained Brian Schaffer, QNBs Vice President of Marketing. Its a way to get kids thinking about money management and its relevance to their lives and future. The video contest encourages youth to use video to communicate the value of saving and inspire others to become smart money managers. The contest is meant to be fun and exciting, but when all is said and done, we hope teens will take action and start young to save more, Schaffer added. To participate, students aged 13-18 can stop by QNB for an entry form and
QNB Bank Calls for Entries
contest details from Nov. 1 through Nov. 30. QNB will host the first round of judging and will submit one winning video to compete on the national level. Last year, Benji Dunaiefs submission for QNB made it all the way to the top 12 videos in the national contest! Nationally, students can win up to $3,000 to fund their savings goal, plus $1,500 for their school. QNB will award first through third place local winners with $300, $150 or $50 prepaid VISA gift cards. Lights, Camera, Save! is a part of the Teach Children to Save campaign, a national movement of volunteer bankers who guide young people towards lifelong savings habits. Since 1997, the campaign has reached some 5 million young people with the help of more than 100,000 banker volunteers. Learn more about the contest at lightscamerasave. com or visit www.QNB.com.
17
When I was a youngster, I had a little toy car. It was made of translucent blue plastic with metal parts inside. If I held it down to the ground and pushed it a few times, turning the gears to charge it up, when I let go it raced along with a whirring sound and sparks flickering inside it. Once, while my pal Ezzie and I were playing with it on the sidewalk at his house, Brian K. came by. He didnt say anything, just watched a while. Then, when the car raced past, he stomped on it. The plastic broke into a hundred pieces. The wheels were gone, but the metal parts still sort of worked. I could turn the gears by hand and it would still make sparks, but it wasnt much fun anymore. Eventually I just threw it away. Brian was a couple years older than me and everybody else in our gang. He was bigger and faster, too. He threw snowballs real hard and always aimed for your head. It wasnt just me, though. Brian picked on everybody except the Martin brothers who hung around with him. Brian lived way up town but came down to our neighborhood a lot because the new elementary school was across the street. Brian flunked a couple of times and would have been in my class, but they threw him out because he got into fights and broke school property. They made him go to the Catholic school instead. My mom said nuns were allowed to slap you and pull out your hair. I was glad they sent Brian there. Once, when I was about eleven, I was going home from down at the Tohickon. I came around the back of the school and saw a bicycle lying on the basketball court. Nobody was around. When I went over to look closer at it, Brian and two of the Martins came out of the bushes next to the school. They surrounded me. I was terrified. You messing with my bike? Brian asked. No, is all I could say. Yeah, right! he had a big grin on his face. I should beat you up for messing with my stuff. I said, Youre bigger and faster than me. What do you want me to do? Beat him up! both of the Martins laughed. Brian said, Dont mess with my stuff again! He shoved me hard. I flew backwards and landed on my butt on the asphalt. I got up and ran home, feeling lucky. That winter, after a big snowstorm, seven of us; me, Ezzie, the Wilson kids, including their little brother, and some guys I didnt really know from over on Elm Street, were playing king-of-the-mountain on the plowed up piles of snow at the school playground. Since there were a couple of little kids, we made rules--no tackling, no snow ballsthat
United We Stand
sort of stuff. Suddenly, Brian showed up. He was by himself, wearing that Russian fur had he always wore and rubber hip boots. He said he was going to play too. He changed the rules. He was always going to be the king on the mountain and we had to try to knock him off. We were allowed to throw snowballs, but no ice balls. Nobody wanted to keep playing because they were afraid of him, but he made us. He threw us down as hard as he could and hit us in the face with snowballs when we rushed him. Little Wilson made a mistake and threw a piece of ice at Brian because he was no good at making snow balls. Brian grabbed him, picked up a piece of ice and started smacking him on the back of the legs with it. Little Wilson was screaming and crying. Brian said, This is what happens to you when you dont do what I say. I said no ice! Everybody was terrified. We just stood there watching. I felt really bad for little Wilson and got mad. Finally I yelled to everybody: Theres seven of us! Lets get him! Everyone, including the kids from Elm Street yelled and charged Brian. He got a panicked look on his face then ran. He sprinted across the playground as fast as he could in his hip boots. After a few dozen yards, the rest of the kids stopped chasing him. I was the biggest and fasted and probably could have caught up to him, but I didnt really want to. I kept running behind him shouting, Get him! Get him! I chased him across the playground, across the basketball court, across the field behind the school and down to the dam that crossed the Tohickon. He never looked back, just kept running. I splashed behind him across the dam, still yelling. I followed him into the woods on the other side of the creek. I finally stopped and watched as he ran across a snowy field, scrambled over a barbed wire fence and disappeared into a thicket along Tohickon Road, a quarter of a mile out into the country behind the school. I was so out of breath I was gasping and fell to my knees. I was so happy there were tears in my eyes. I shouted and punched my fist at the air. Until he died in a horrible, one car accident out on Richlandtown Pike when he was a junior in high school, Brian never bothered me again. In fact, from then on he always avoided me, even though he was meaner, bigger, and faster. My torment and intimidation could very well have have continued, but I and my friends learned something our forefathers learned centuires ago: e pluribus unum (out of many, one). see other artiCles by JaCk at: httP://JaCk-h-sChiCk.wrytestuFF.CoM
Quakertown High School Senior Named NMSQT Semifinalist

Nice guys do finish first! Or, so far, in the semifinalist position. QCHS senior Matt Basile has been named a National Merit Scholar semifinalist, based on scores he produced in his junior year on the PSAT. In the next few weeks, he will fill out an application documenting all of his standardized test scores, including his SAT cumulative score of 2390 (out of 2400), and his extra-curricular activities. If selected, he can become a finalist, which will help him secure scholarships to pay for college. I am very excited about this opportunity, Matt said. Im really hoping it will ease the financial burden of paying for college, which is expensive. In presenting Matt with the semifinalist award, Rod Stone, Principal, noted that all QCHS sophomores take the PSAT in October. Juniors can select to take the PSAT. Across the country, 1.5 million juniors took the test in 2011. Those who scored in the top 16,000 were named semifinalists. Among the applications that will pour into NMSQT offices, the top 8,000 will be selected as finalists. Matt is a good role model, said Mr. Stone. We want many more juniors to take the PSAT because it can open up some opportunities. Matt said he took the PSAT twice in his sophomore year and once in his junior year. He took the SAT twice during his junior year. I did a lot of work to prepare for the tests and I do think the practice helped me. Matt said that although he couldnt remember his scores from PSATs, he did think they were in the range good enough for acceptance into Stanford and MIT, his top two choices. Hes not sure about his major yet, but plans to narrow it from engineer, math, or some other science. Outgoing and humble, Matt does do a lot more than prepare for tests! He is president of the National Honor Society and is excited that he and his club members are ready to start working on numerous service projects. He participates in choir, Varsity Singers and Marching Band. The band participates in its first competition Sept. 29. Matt is the Pennsylvania State President of TSA (Technology Student Association). His first meeting, with seven chapter presidents from across the state, will take place in October. The group will plan the state event, which takes place in the spring at Seven Springs. He also just finished constructing and installing signs at a Trumbauersville park to complete his Boy Scout Eagle badge. He blended that project with his work as a junior member of the Trumbauersville Borough Council and he will report on all of that experience for his graduation project. I do participate with a wide range of people, from music to technology and a variety of ages, Matt acknowledged. I feel comfortable that I find people with similar interests as mine. I think Ive got a good balance of academic and extracurricular activities.
the Borough of Quakertown is holding its first annual Bike night on saturday, october 13, 4pm-9pm on mill street. great Food, live music, Vendors, Bike show and a Bon Fire. shine only! Vendor spaces still available. more information at quakertown.org/bikenight.
Mr. Stone, Matt Basile, Guidance Counselor Doug Detweiler, House Prinicipal Michael Zackon.
submitted photo
18
Youre Gonna Fall for these Wayward Pets
ElliE is a 1-year-old Terrier mix. She can be a shy girl at first. She loves treats, back scratches, and neck rubs. Once she gets to know you, she will jump up and give kisses. She is quite the lovebug. Ellie is moderately active, and enjoys exploring while outside. TuckEr is a 5-year-old Westie/Poodle mix. Hes a very social boy and will come right over to rub against people when first meeting them. He really like scratches behind his ears as well as back rubs. Tucker is a good listener when you have his attention and enjoys playing fetch with tennis balls. JEllybEan is a 6-year-old spayed female. She is quiet and very laid back. She came to the shelter as a stray and should do well with other laid back cats like herself. Jellybean has not been around dogs and she should do well with children over the age of 5 years. She is litter box trained and tested negative for feline leukemia These and many other animals are available for adoption through the Bucks County SPCA Upper Bucks branch. The shelter is located at 60 reservoir Road (just off California Road) in Richland Township. You can also reach them at 267-347-4674 or at their website at bcspca.org. kiTTEns! Last Chance Ranch is offering a special price on kitten adoptions. For a limited time, you can apply to adopt a kitten for only $10. Your new little feline friend will be up-to-date on shots, micro-chipped and spayed/ neutered. If you were thinking about bringing a new kitty into your life, now is the time! Talia is a shy girl who came in with her sister Foxy. She is a 5-6 year old owner surrender who has lived with kids and gets along with other dogs. Talia is starting to warm up to the volunteers and is showing us what a sweet dog she is. Everyday we see more and more of her gentle personality. Wanda is a 6 year old retired breeder, purebred Wheaton. She knows nothing more than living in a kennel and will take a little bit to relax and know she is a dog and family member. She is sweet and would never hurt a soul. She is about 30 lbs. Last Chance Ranch has many animals ready and waiting for their new forever homes. Ranging in age from babies to seniors, sizes small to extra large. Please make room in your home and your heart for a rescued animal. Contact Last Chance Ranch at 215-538-2510 if you are interested in any of our dogs, cats, horses or birds available for adoption!
I really like this time of year because it gets cooler and makes me feel frisky. I have some news that makes me sad. Seems my friend Carlos at the Quakertown Sonic had to close up because of a conflict with the home office. People talk in front of a dog without realizing we will repeat it. Well, I will anyway. An employee said that the home office found out he bought some things at the grocery store when he ran out. That is supposed to be a no-no in the restaurant biz. I think it sounds like someone who cares about meeting his customers needs. I sure hope he gets to open again soon. As I stated in last months column the Sonic is one place that we dogs can always go with our humans no matter what the weather because we can stay in the car with our owners while they eat. I also want to make you all aware of a great place that helps our area and could use our help. It is called the AARK. They are located at 1531 Upper Stump Rd. in Chalfont. They are having an open house October 27th and 28th from 11 to 4PM. This is where we take Suzie squirrels children when they fall out of the nest, (which has happened the last 2 years now). We always leave a donation when we take something there but they dont make you. We just think it is polite. This is their web site www.aark.org . They also need volunteers. Momma Jean said she would love to do that but has no time because my career keeps her so busy. For those of you who dont know me that
well I also have a blog and I am the storyteller of our childrens books. We have our first book in print. A Doggy Daycare Day is available on amazon.com and Kindle. We also have our own site www. adoggydaycareday.com . When you order one from our site, I will pawtagraph the book for you. I also am a therapy dog and visit nursing homes. Sounds like I am the busy one. I do need my human to drive me around though. I hope you all get to go visit the AARK at their open house. Gotta run. Love to all my Fans, M.J. Hold the presses!!!! I just found out I get to be a judge for the Quakertown Pet Parade! I will also have a booth for our daycare and doing pawtagraphs of our book. Hope to see you there!
19
Yvette Hoagland, RN, MSN, a Family Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Credentialed Adult Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, has joined the staff of Penn Foundation. Hoagland will provide comprehensive assessments and medication management services for adults using Mental Health Outpatient Services and for older adults in area nursing homes. Hoaglands education includes two graduate degrees from Boston University one in Rehabilitation Counseling and one in Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing. She also earned two undergraduate degrees one in Social Work from United College of Gordon and Barrington (Wenham, MA) and one in Nursing from Villanova University. She completed a post-graduate Family Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program in 2012 at Rutgers University. Hoagland has worked in psychiatric nursing for over 35 years. Most recently, she was an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Psychotherapist at Life Counseling Services in Lansdale, providing assessment and ongoing treatment for individuals with mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders. She holds special interest in working with older adults and individuals facing chronic medical illnesses, post-partum depression, issues of loss, and life transitions.
Yvette Hoagland, RN, MSN Joins Penn Foundation
Founded in 1955 and located on a 30-acre campus in Sellersville, Pennsylvania, Penn Foundation is a not-for-profit organization providing innovative services to address the mental health, substance use, and intellectual disability needs of individuals in our community. The agency serves over 10,000 children, adolescents, and adults each year, offering a wide-range of distinct programs designed to meet various types and levels of mental, emotional, behavioral, and spiritual healthcare needs. Penn Foundations tradition of compassionate care combined with a strong belief in the healing power of hope and the possibility of recovery enables it to help individuals navigate their lives with confidence, conviction, and courage. For more information, visit www.PennFoundation.org.
Pioneer Club Brings Church to Life on Wednesday Nights

On Wednesday evenings at 6:45pm, from September through May, the halls in the First Church of the Brethren, on Trumbauersville Road in Quakertown, come to life and are filled with chatter and laughter. We are very excited to be starting another year of Pioneer Clubs for children from pre-K through high school. Its hard to believe that this is our 9th year of hosting the clubs already. Each week we look forward to seeing all of their smiling faces! During clubs, we emphasize Christian values as we read the Bible together and talk about how the verses talk to us today with other children their own age. Teaching children verses of the Bible is important to help them deal with their changing world and stay grounded. Each age group in our Pioneer Clubs program will experience a variety of activities. Similar to scouts, there are badges they can earn when they accomplish the requirements. The program is also similar to Bible School. We have a time of Bible study and activities. We also have special theme nights, craft nights, we go Christmas caroling, a sleepover and at the end of the year all the children look forward to our Pine Car Derby. They design their car and cheer each other on at the race in anticipation of winning the trophy. Its an exciting time! Teens and Tweens Are you looking to grow in your faith, learn more about Jesus while having fun, blowing off steam and being yourself? Things to look forward to this year are: Group Outings, Volunteer Service Programs, Games and Activities, Teen Talk, Creating a Youth newsletter. These days so many children are spending their free time with computers, Facebook,
video games, and cell phones. This is an opportunity for children to spend quality time with others their age in a Christian environment and face-to-face. It gives them a chance to make new friends. It also allows them to learn and use social skills that they dont get from social networks and texting. In school, children arent given much time to socialize, but at Pioneer Clubs we encourage it! Pioneer Clubs is a place where children can fit in, no matter what their interests or they may be trying to figure out what theyre interested in. We seek to honor God in our curriculum. We value the scriptures as Gods inspired Word in all aspects of life and as a tool to teach children about Jesus. We strive to create a safe environment for each child and value his or her individuality, uniqueness, potential and dignity. Our hope is for the children to grow physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. We recognize the significance of children building healthy relationships with adults, peers, and children of other ages in the context of family, local church, and community. We also recognize that we all come from God. He is the owner of all gifts and resources we have. Were merely the managers to use wisely all that we have, to bring glory to God and expand the boundaries of his kingdom. If you are interested in more information, you can visit our website: www.quakertowncob.org, the Pioneer Club website: www. pioneerclubs.org (Pioneer Clubs is also on Facebook), call the church at 215-536-7510 or stop in on Wednesday! Clubs are from 6:45 p.m. to 8 pm. Adults Dont just drop the kids off. Stop in for adult Bible Study and allow yourself to grow intellectually, emotionally, socially and spiritually! Adults need a boost midweek, too! It is a night for the entire family to get out together.
Halloween is coming. Stores have their Halloween decorations out in force and one cant help but be spooked by the motion-activated witches designed to cackle as you walk past. Imagine what pets think about our crazy costumes and spooky dcor. A pet trainer has to think ahead to prepare and teach pets the skills they need for the future. Halloween is a festival of masks, costumes, cobwebs and other scary stuff. A little foresight on your part as a pet parent will have you enjoying all the treats of a happy Halloween. Treat: Your pets have a relaxing Halloween evening despite kids showing up in costumes or the doorbell ringing. Trick: Keep your dog(s) leashed and away from the front door. An adult other than the candy giver should hold the leash. Be prepared to give lots of treat rewards when Sponge Bob Square Pants arrives. Remove the dog from the situation if he is overwhelmed. Trick: For the door-bell barking dog, record the door-bell sound or a person knocking at your door. Play it for your pets at a very low level while feeding them dinner, giving them busy work, while playing or training. The goal for you and your pet is to ignore the sound and enjoy something fun. Over the course of the month, slowly increase the volume as your pet demonstrates he can concentrate rather than barking or running to hide. It may take longer than a month for some pets to disconnect the sound and learn to ignore it entirely. If your pet barks or growls at strangers, darts out an open door, or is very shy, it may be best to crate or confine the pet in a room far away from Halloween action. Introduce your pet to new spaces or routines well before, to prep for the big night. Treat: Your dog comfortable prances by the judges in his costume, at the Halloween parade. Trick: Costumes and outfits should not impede a dogs ability to move, go to the bathroom, or posture (communicate with other dogs). When costumes do those things, a dog wont enjoy wearing it and will have a harder time communicating. Plan a few dress rehearsals before an event. Remember to introduce any attire, slowly, with treats over the course of a few weeks. When you arrive at the event, have the costume handy. Dress your dog when it is show time then promptly remove the costume so your dog can use
Tricky Treats
his native language. While we may enjoy dressing up our pets, not all pets enjoy wearing costumes. Before you begin planning out your pets costume, does your pet enjoy getting dressed up? Your pets body posture should not change while they wear a costume. If the pet begins to slink around, crouches down, holds his ears back, cant walk straight or wont take treats, consider a neck bandana and call it a day. Plan ahead next year to start to introduce the costume when you have more time. Treat: The kids are enjoying their candy while Fido and Fluffy enjoy their pet treats. Trick: Keep the candy under lock and key and out of reach, which for some pets means in a childproof cabinet or behind a closed door. Sort the bag full of goodies when pets are not around, in a crate, or occupied in another manner. Kids should eat their candy above pet height. Chocolate tastes great to people and to animals. Most candies have a high concentration of sugar and chocolate contains caffeine, which can elevate your pets heart rate, sometimes to dangerous levels depending on the amount eaten. Nothing dampens Halloween more than a trip to the emergency vet when your pet eats candy intended for people. Treat: Halloween dcor is packed back up after the holiday in the same condition it was unpacked. Trick: Consider your pet when decorating your house inside and out. Will pets have to walk past a motion-activated statue to go to the bathroom? Did you put the candle lit pumpkin in your cats favorite sleeping window? Be aware of placing your decorations. Build up to being the spookiest houses in the neighborhood over time and decorate well before Halloween night to give your pet time to adjust. Wishing you a safe and happy Halloween!
Diane herstine CPDt-ka
Dog trainer through the
trainers. For
the Past trainer anD behaviorist sPCa, Diane helPs the CoMMunity learn about aniMal behavior & training through bCsPCas PubliC Dog anD PuPPy obeDienCe Classes & behavior helPline. Diane resiDes in Quakertown with bCsPCa aluMni, Panther the Chow borDer Collie Mix, newly aDoPteD JasPer, the 14 year olD abyssinian anD thaDDeus, the CliCker traineD Cat.
assn oF Pet Dog 15 years, resiDent For buCks County
is
CertiFieD
20
WE HAVE A PROGRAM THAT CAN HELP!
HAd SOME CREdIT TROUBlE? HAvENT ESTABlISHEd CREdIT YET?

PROGRAM
FRESH START
THE
It is as easy as 1-2-3!
Get Approved in 15 minutes Down Payments Starting at $699 Low Weekly Repayment Program Free State Inspection for Life We Report to the Credit Bureaus to Help Get Your Credit re-established
faster
We have a wide variety of Cars, Trucks and Vans for The Fresh Start Program!
CAll 877-577-7391 OR vISIT QUAKERTOWNMITSUBISHI.COM TO GET STARTEd!
MITSUBISHI 877-577-7391 QUAKERTOWNMITSUBISHI.com

840 S WEST ENd Blvd QUAKERTOWN, PA
Severity of credit may affect down payment, APR and terms. Bankruptcies must be discharged. Job and steady residence required.
4.50
%*
APR
10-Year Home Equity

HOME REMODELING
Make Your Dreams - Become Reality

Apply Online in Minutes! Low or No Closing Costs!
Youve got dreams and QNB can help make them a reality with a QNB Home Equity Loan. Youll enjoy the stability of being locked-in at todays record low rate. So dont delay, you can apply online in minutes and be on your way to getting the cash you need to make your dreams a reality!
Deborah McDonald - Branch Manager, Coopersburg Office
NEW OR USED CAR
Brian Heilman - Branch Manager, Pennsburg Office
COLLEGE EDUCATION
Call: 888-MYBANK9 Click: www.QNB.com Visit: Any of our nine convenient locations in Coopersburg, Dublin, Pennsburg, Perkasie, Quakertown, Souderton and Wescosville
Sherrie Rotenberger - Branch Manager, Downtown Office
*Annual Percentage Rate (APR) accurate as of 9/1/2012 with automatic payment from a QNB checking or savings account. The monthly payment per $1,000 borrowed at an APR of 4.50% for 120 months would be $10.36. Borrow up to 85% of your homes equity, subject to credit approval. Low closing costs of $150 on balances under $25,000 up to 85% LTV. No closing costs on balances of $25,000 or more up to 85% LTV. Refinancing requires $25,000 new money for existing QNB loan customers to avoid fees and earn promotional rate. Maximum loan amount is $125,000. QNB reserves the right to change this rate. Other rates and terms are available. Borrower must pay mortgage satisfaction fees at loan termination. Property insurance is, and flood insurance may be required.

Upper Bucks Free Press - October 2012

Hochgeladen von

Dokumentinformationen

Originaltitel

Copyright

Verfügbare Formate

Dieses Dokument teilen

Dokument teilen oder einbetten

Freigabeoptionen

Stufen Sie dieses Dokument als nützlich ein?

Sind diese Inhalte unangemessen?

Copyright:

Verfügbare Formate

Upper Bucks Free Press - October 2012

Hochgeladen von

Copyright:

Verfügbare Formate

It is only the farmer who faithfully plants seeds in the Spring, who reaps a harvest in the Autumn.

What is the best kept secret in Upper Bucks?

interviews and photos by michele buono

Upper Bucks Free Press October 2012

Upper Bucks Community Events

ottsville Fire Co.

Perkasie Fire Co.

Quakertown Fire DePt.

riChlanDtown Fire Co.

riChlanD twP Fire Co.

sellersville Fire Co.

sPringtown Fire Co.

telForD vol. Fire Co.

tylersPort Fire Co.

uPPer sauCon Fire Co.

October 2012 Upper Bucks Free Press

Upper Bucks Free Press October 2012

Ongoing Community Activities and Resources

Its Time to Tell Us Your Secrets, Upper Bucks

Quakertown Halloween Parade Scheduled

American Legion Post #242 Monthly Notes

October 2012 Upper Bucks Free Press

October 15th December 7th

Medicare 2013 Annual Enrollment Period

Where can I get my Free Press?

James Strothers to Turn 95 October 17

Upper Bucks Free Press October 2012

Firefighters Showcase Skills in 2nd Annual Olympics

the obstacle course.

October 2012 Upper Bucks Free Press

Social Security Q & A

Synergy Project Street Outreach Loses Funding

Upper Bucks Free Press October 2012

Brain Within a Hearing Aid

QNB Bank Breaks ground for New Colmar Branch

October 2012 Upper Bucks Free Press

Richlandtown Celebrates New Playground

The Little Borough that Could:

gvH Kicks Off 100th Anniversary Celebration

Upper Bucks Free Press October 2012

Everyday Heroes, Firefighters Can Use Your Help

Members of Station 36 fight a garage fire on Gruversville Road July 29.

photo by andrea clark

October 2012 Upper Bucks Free Press

Upper Bucks Free Press October 2012

Listening for the Still, Small voice

Bat Black cat Boo candy costume creepy Fright

Full moon goBlin Jack-o-lantern mask monster mummy pumpkin

scary spider spooky treat trick Witch Broom

phoebe richland Wants you!

contact suzy at 267-371-4506 or ssabo@phoebe.org if you are interested!

christ lutheran church

good shepherd church

1634 Hilltown Pike Hilltown, PA 18927 215-536-3193 Pastor: Harper Turney

10:00am Sunday Eucharist

October 2012 Upper Bucks Free Press

Wonderland Castle Brings Family Fun to Upper Bucks

Upper Bucks Free Press October 2012

Broad Street Back in the 50s

QCSD Represented at White House in Education Forum

10th September 11 Anniversary Commemorated at Quakertown American Legion Post

October 2012 Upper Bucks Free Press

The Book versus the eBook Pros and Cons