Every now and again in an industry that is saturated with overhyped, here today and gone tomorrow talent,

an artist comes along who truly embodies a unique sound and vision. Crystal Bowersox is that artist. The small town, Ohio born singer/songwriter and guitarist whose early performances began in coffeehouses and later Chicagos underground subway circuit, was catapulted into stardom when she captured the hearts of millions as a finalist on Season 9 of American Idol. Earning a slot as the seasons runner up, Crystal Bowersoxs gentle strength, quiet wisdom, immense emotional depth and angelic

voice made a connection with the shows viewers and indeed her debut album outsold that years Idol winner. With a confidence and

rich soulfulness well beyond her years, Crystal made a lasting impression. She appears at the Historic Blairstown Theatre, located

at 30 Main St. in Blairstown, on March 10th at 7pm. Tickets are available at theHBT.com, by phone at 908-349-1428, or at the door.

Send your pet photos to The PRESS for our Annual Pet Photo Contest! Photos will be printed weekly. Check out the front page for all the details! Happy Birthday wishes are sent to Brody Santo, who celebrated his 5th birthday on February 27th. We hope you had a fantastic day, Brody! The Community Presbyterian Church of Mt. Bethel, will host another Free Dinner and Movie on Friday, March 8th. Dinner will be at 6pm and the movie will begin at 7pm. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event. Local historian, Jim Leyland, will present

Trolley's of the Slate Belt, at the Slate Belt Heritage Center's monthly historic presentation. The event will be held at the Bee Hive Community Center, 197 Pennsylvania Avenue, Bangor, on Sunday, March 10th at 2pm. The public is cordially invited to attend. For additional information contact Karen Brewer at 610-588-8615. Brayden Stivala will be celebrating his birthday on March 6th. Have a wonderfuld day, Brayden! We would like to wish Tom and Carol Commins a very Happy Anniversary on March 6th. Peggy Impeciati will

be celebrating a birthday on March 6th. Have a fantastic day, Peggy! James Albanese will be celebrating his birthday on March 10th. Have a great day, James! The Local Right To Special Education Task Force will be holding a meeting on Monday, March 11th, 9:30am, at the Colonial IU 20 Office, 6 Danforth Drive, Palmer Township. All meetings are open to the public and eveyone is welcome to attend. Time is set aside at each meeting to hear public comments and concerns regarding school-age children with disabilities. For more information, call 610-515-6449. Stuck in a game of

Family Feud with your teenagers? Try the FREE Family Program that will break down the barriers! Parents and caregivers can enhance their parenting skills; and kids can learn many things too. The program will be held on Tuesdays, March 19th through April 30th, from 5:30pm to 8pm at Bangor Area Middle School. For more information or to register, please contact Lynn Altemose at 610-599-7012 (BMS) OR altemosl@ bangorsd.org. We love hearing from you! Send your tidbits of information to us at: The PRESS 1 Broadway, Bangor, PA 18013
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Here is a list of the new items added to the collection to the Bangor Library from February 21st through 27th. Adult fiction: Binchy, Maeve, A week in winter; Patterson, James; Alex Cross, run; Picoult, Jodi, The storyteller; Robb, J.D., Calculated in death; and Steel, Danielle, Until the end of time. Adult non-fiction: Adams, Charles, Great train wrecks of Eastern Pennsylvania; and Rule, Ann, Dead by sunset. Young Adult fiction: Perez, Marlene, Dead is a battlefield; Perez, Marlene, Dead is a killer tune; Perez, Marlene, Dead is a state of mind; Perez, Marlene, Dead is just a rumor; Perez, Marlene, Dead is not an option; Frederick, Heather, Dear pen pal; Frederick, Heather, Pies

and prejudice; Frederick, Heather, Home for the holidays; Frederick, Heather, The MotherDaughter book club; Frederick, Heather, Much ado about Anne; and Frederick, Heather, Wish you were Eyre. Junior non-fiction: Foran, Jill, Christmas; and Goldsworthy, Kaite, Halloween. Easy fiction: Dewdney, Anna, Llama llama, nighty-night; Dewdney, Anna, Llama, llama, wakey-wake; Dewdney, Anna, Llama llama zippity-zoom; and Metaxas, Eric, Its time to sleep, my love. Easy non-fiction: Disney Pooh and friends. Book and CD: Tillman, Nancy, On the night you were born. DVDs: Parenthood/ Housesitter; and Raising Arizona.

Beginning the week of March 11th, registration packets will be available for parents and/or guardians at any Bangor Area School District elementary school (Five Points, Washington, or DeFranco). Parents and/or guardians may either come to one of the elementary schools to pick up a packet or they may call the Bangor Area School District at 610-599-7015 using the voice prompt #5, to have a registration packet mailed. Packets are also available for download from the BASD web page www.bangorslaters.org. A child is eligible for admission to kindergarten if he/she has attained the age of five (5) before the Monday prior to Labor Day (August 26, 2013) and successfully completes the districts kindergarten screening

process. To be enrolled for first grade, a pupil must be six before the same date. According to Board Policy there will be no early admission. In order to register a child it is mandatory that parents present copies of their childs state-issued birth certificate, plus clearly documented copies of physician or clinic record of the following compulsory immunizations: 4 doses of Tetanus and Diphtheria (DTP, DtaP, DT or Td - 1 dose after the 4th birthday). 3 doses of Polio (OPV, E-IPV). 2 doses of Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) (1st dose after 1st birthday) 3 doses of Hepatitis B (Hep B) 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine or written statement from parent or

physician that the child has had Chicken-Pox In addition, you will be asked to inform the school district where your child will be picked up for school (at home, day-care etc.) and where he/she will be dropped off. Please note that your child must be dropped off at the same stop each day, or you may pick your child up at school after first signing him/her out in the main office.

Kindergarten registration for the Bangor Area School District for the 2013-2014 school year will occur during the week of April 22nd at Washington Elementary School. If your child will be attending kindergarten in the coming year it is important that you register him/her NOW so that transportation and class placement can be finalized before the start of school.

Bangors Chandler Zungolo gets around a Pocono Mountain West defender to score 2 of her 8 points. Bangor lost to Pocono Mountain West in the District II AAAA Semifinal game, 43-38. Right: Lyndon Ewing, Pius X, gets a rebound and puts it back up for 2 points in the District II A Semi-final game against Lincoln Leadership. Pius X won, 48-40, and went on to the District II A Finals against Mahanoy Area on March 1st. They were defeated, 57 to 55. Pius X will play Old Forge on Friday, March 8th, 6pm, at Scranton High School.

The following students at Northampton Community College have recently been inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for students at two-year colleges. To qualify for membership, students must earn a 3.5 or higher grade point average, be

enrolled in an associate degree program and perform community service work. The students who were inducted are: From Bangor: Meagan Ackerman, Caitlin Baunach, Connie Daniele, McKenna Esposito, Kristen Kostakos, Tiwana Nestor.

From Bath: Nathan Altemose, Anthony Bruno, Rebecca Gowarty, Anthony Heckman, Gary Helm. From Bushkill: Thomas Wanagiewicz. From East Stroudsburg: Mitchell Anglemyer. From Kunkletown: Sarah Harley, Michael Hughart. From Martins Creek: Alexander Crockett, Kevn Slifer. From Nazareth: Kristen Arndt, Lindsey

Lewis, Michelle Norrell, Julie Rehrig, Amy Serfas, Ali Stoudt, Graham Vasquez, Joseph Zywicki. From Pen Argyl: Jason Branton. From Roseto: Kaylee Venezia. From Saylorsburg: Sara Pfeiffer. From Stroudsburg: Kenna Brown, Randy Lertdarapong. From Wind Gap: Samantha Bedoya, Matthew Ferrari, Lindsay Meyers.

John Goffredo, Pius X, looks for an opening in the District II A Final game against Mahanoy Area on March 1st. Pius X will advance to the PIAA Playoffs on Friday, March 8th, 6pm, at Scranton High School against Old Forge.

By Kayla Lovallo, Community School Coordinator Students who are enrolled in Bangors Exploring Your Future after-school program had the chance to make a difference in someone elses life. Continuing their efforts to extend their hands to the local community, students created colorful vases and inspirational cards that were later delivered to residents of the Slate Belt Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. On Monday, February 25th, three Bangor Area Middle School students ventured to the Slate Belt Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and passed out 25 handpainted vases, filled with fresh flowers, to residents. Students got to see first-hand that a simple act of kindness can go a long way. The trip was a collaborative effort between the school, BASS PTSA and the homes life enrichment director, Mary Altema. This intergenerational activity is yet another example of the community school efforts put forth to strengthen the bond between youth and the Slate Belt population. Bangors after-school

Thank you to my many friends and relatives for the beautiful cards and flowers, as well as their phone calls and visits during my recent illness. I am truly blessed to have such caring people in my life. Your thoughtfulness means so much to me. Sincerely, Esther Constable

program plans to return to the center later this spring to reach out to more residents. The Exploring Your Future after-school program is funded by the PA Department of Education and 21st Century Community Learning Center grants. The program offers 5th through 8th grade students in DeFranco Elementary and Bangor Area Middle School a diverse, hands-on learning experience outside the classroom while teaching valuable 21st century skills. For more information, please contact program director Sherri Clifford at the Bangor Area Middle School.

Cross Road Baptist Church Plans Free Dinner

Join Cross Road Baptist Church, 2nd and Chestnut Street, Bangor, for a Free Ham Dinner on Sunday, March 10th, from 4pm to 6pm. Free dinners are held on the second Sunday of every month. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Bonnie at 484515-8011 for more information.

Hope UCC Announces Easter Week Services

Hope United Church Of Christ, 701 Cherry St., Wind Gap, holds sunday worship at 10:30am; Children's services are also held at 10:30am. There is a Coffee House service every 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month, at 5:30pm (changed from sunday 6:30). Easter Services include: Wednesday, March 20th, 7:30pm; Palm Sunday on March 24th, 10:30am; Maundy Thursday, March 28th, 7:30pm; Easter dawn Service with Communion, March 31st, 7am; Easter Regular Service with Communion, 10:30am. Hopes doors will be open on Good Friday, March 29th, from Noon to 3pm for personal worship.

UUFP To Host Free Program

All are invited to a free program entitled, "Ethical Eating and the Interdependent Web of All Existence," to be held at 10am on Sunday, March 24th, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Poconos, 940A Ann Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. "Ethical Eating" was a recent study/action issue of the UUA. This talk will cover various food-related issues, including factory farming, food-borne illness, environmental issues, and the ethical treatment of animals. Childcare will be provided and refreshments will be provided following the program. www.uupoconos.org

Guest Speaker Marilyn Smith at Stroudsburg Aglow

The Stroudsburg Aglow will meet on Thursday, March 14th, at 9:30am at the St. Peters United Methodist Church in Saylorsburg. Marilyn Smith is cofounder of Labor of Love USA where she pastors along with her husband, Charles, in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Marilyn is in Ministry 30 years and is an Apostle to the Philippines. Marilyn and Charles are the Chaplain team for SARPD which is their city Police Department. Pastor Marilyn is committed to the local body preaching, teaching and training in spiritual warfare, and evangelism. She flows in the gifts of faith and miracles and is full of the fire of God. Marilyn has authored and published her first book in 2010 called Abraham's Promise RUTH. Come and hear the Word that God has prepared for us. If you have any questions or need directions to the event, please call 610-614-0507 or email stroudsburgaglow@veri zon.net.

Garden Dilemmas? Ask Mary!

mirror. Isnt it funny how we look at things from different points of view? It all means the same that, yes indeed, we are moving forward into a new season of growth. Snowdrops (Galanthus), those little nodding white bells that sit above grass-like foliage, are already showing their faces. I adore them as they resemble carpets of snow and their light, sweet smell and name reminds me of candy. Barbara from Marshalls Creek, noticed them roadside and asked if they are native to our area and who would have planted them there?

Hello Fellow Readers, Jim from Blairstown says winter is in the rearview

Actually it is believed they are native to Great Britain where snowdrop gardens have become a garden theme. Galanthus is a small genus of only 20 species and grow from bulbs. I tend to overlook snowdrops until this early reminder, so note to self, to plant them in the early fall. The bulbs are sold green not dried so plant them as soon as you get them so they don't dry out. They are easy to grow requiring only welldrained soil. They prefer a shaded location and will spread naturally within a few years. My wake-up call that winter is in the rearview mirror are preparations for

the Springfest Garden Show taking place at the Sussex County Fair Grounds March 14th-17th. Ill have an exhibit there and along with my colleague Marty Carson from Three Seasons will be speaking Saturday at 4 on The Design Process for Do-it-Yourselfers or Hands Free Gardeners. Hands free you ask? We believe your property should reflect the uniqueness of your personality, lifestyle, and home to stand out from the ordinary, even if you dont have the time or desire to dig in the dirt. Garden dilemmas? askmarystone@ gmail.com.

Pocono Garden Club Plans March 12th Meeting

The Pocono Garden club will hold its next meeting Tuesday, March 12th at 1pm at the Monroe County Environmental Center, Kettle Creek. The monthly design is titled "Sticks & Greens" - A parallel design using any type of fresh green foliage and branches. The Horticulture entry is a forced flowering branch (forsythia, quince, cherry). A single stem not to exceed 24" in a clear container. The houseplant entry is an African violet in bloom, or indoor fern. Janet Mishkin, Administrator, Quiet Valley Farm will give a presentation on "Lessons from the Garden & Educational Programs at Quiet Valley Farm." All exhibits should be submitted one half hour prior to the 1pm meeting. Everyone interested in gardening is welcome. For more information please contact club President Joyce Love at 570-629-0574 or email her at lovemj@ptd.net.

Monroe County Garden Club Welcomes Guest Speaker

Monroe County Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 10th at 11:30am. The MCGC will meet at the Monroe County Conservation District Environmental Education Center, 8050 Running Valley Road, in Stroudsburg. Anyone interested in gardening is welcome to attend. The guest speaker is Brenda Petry who will speak on growing African violets. The design tournament of the month is Gardening is Believing in Tomorrow, a small still life fairy garden on a plate. The horticulture competition is any cut flower. For more information please contact President Arlene Deskus at (570) 420-0283, or adeskus@ptd.net.

FHA MORTGAGES Do you think you can't afford a home? Don't sell yourself short. A large percentage of Buyers purchase their homes by using the Federal Housing Administration mortgage program. The program allows Buyers who do not have a lot of money saved to buy a home. The mortgage process can be very difficult, or, flow easily depending on the quality of the Mortgage Company and originator that you are working with. Basic information is: 1. You will need 3.5% of the selling price as a down payment that is - on a $100,000 home, you will need $3,500. You can get this money as a gift from a relative. 2. FHA does not use credit scores to evaluate credit worthiness. Don't get me wrong, you have to prove to them that you will pay the loan by showing a reasonable credit history. 3. In addition to the down payment there will be closing costs amounting to approximately 6% of the purchase price. The program allows for the Seller to pay these on your behalf. 4. Since you are not putting 20% down on

your new home, you will be required to pay "Mortgage Insurance Premium." This aspect is very complicated - call me if you are interested in the details. VERY IMPORTANT!!! In April, the amount of MIP required is going up. ALSO, MORE IMPORTANT!!! In the past you would only pay this insurance premium (approx. $100/month on a $100,000 home) until you paid the home down to where you only owed 78% of the value and a 5 year minimum. Beginning June 1st, this MIP payment will stay with you for the life of the loan - 30 years. The Theory of this story is - BUY NOW Interest rates are approximately 3.5% today. If you would like more details, or any real estate information, feel free to call us at The Great American Real Estate Company, 610-863-6205.

(NewsUSA) - Whether you're considering the resale value of your home or are simply resigned to doing maintenance projects to keep your house in good condition, your lawn and garden could certainly benefit from some TLC of the homeand lawn-improvement variety this spring. The exterior of your house commands most first impressions, and even mild winters inflict seasonal damage. If you don't know where to start, a homeimprovement project checklist may help. Consider the following lawn- and gardenmaintenance tips from home and garden experts at HGTV and MarthaStewart.com: * Remove piles of dead leaves from the lawn. Not only will your grass grow greener, a clean lawn helps maximize fertilizers and pesticides.

Don't make the mistake of fertilizing your grass too early though. April is the general benchmark; any sooner might result in yellow spots and driedout patches of grass. * Check gutters for leaks and debris. Loose gutters cause improper drainage, so water can collect in basements and crawl spaces. Downspouts should point away from the foundation of the house and must be clear of all debris. * Start a roof fund. It's a good rule of thumb to check your roof for rotted, buckled, loose or missing shingles after winter because summer sun will only worsen the damage. Since roof maintenance is so expensive, it's also smart to start a fund before you need it. * Remove piles of wood or debris stacked near the home. Firewood should be

kept far away from the foundation, and stacked 18 inches off the ground. These preventative measures help keep insect pests from exploring your home. * Don't strain yourself, and stay hydrated. This might be the first time you've done any heavy lifting or spent hours in the sun for months. Remember to drink plenty of fluids, take breaks and stretch your muscles. If you suffer from backaches and muscle strains, keep some relief

like Absorbine Jr. (www.absorbinejr.com) on hand. Its herbal ingredients and uncanny ability to ease muscle and back pain make it a must-have for yard work. * Call a professional to clean your AC unit. Heating and cooling experts recommend an annual servicing since clean coils work more efficiently. When the summer's blazing heat drives you indoors, your family will appreciate having an AC operating at peak levels.

Found Money By State Representative Joe Emrick, 137th Legislative District Have you ever put on a piece of clothing you havent worn in a long time and found money in one of the pockets? The Pennsylvania Treasury Department would like to help you

in a similar fashion. Estimates show there to be more than $1.5 billion in unclaimed property owed to Pennsylvanians. The department would like to help you discover if some of it belongs to you. You may have recently received a letter from my office, stating your name or a family members name is on a list of items that may include bank accounts, forgotten stocks, checks never cashed or life insurance policies. That list is sent to us by the Treasury Department. One of my constituents received such a letter, and came into my district office with proper identification. The reward for doing

so was nearly $46,000 in found money. Please visit my website, www.RepEmrick.com, and go to Unclaimed Property on the left navigation bar. You will be asked to enter your company name or your last name in order to see if any unclaimed property is waiting for you. The database divides into two categories more than and less than $100. It does not include claims with a cash value of less than $5. For more information, please contact my Mt. Bethel office at 570897-0401 or my Nazareth office at 610-7465090. We will be happy to help you.

Good news for the people of Portland and surrounding communities! Portland Market is back in business and a familiar face is at the helm! Duane Smith is now managing the store and the tentative opening date is March 14th. The Market is accepting applications for all positions. Duane and his wife, Nichole, owned and operated the Portland Market years ago. Nichole said, Were looking forward, once again, to serving the people of Portland and the surrounding communities. We know our customers by name and strive to meet their needs, said Duane. They trust us to be

By Maria Cascario

good managers and to serve them well. Well continue the reputation weve earned and live up to the trust they have in us. The Smiths have always kept a clean, well-kept environment at their stores and have fresh products every day on their shelves including meat products. Everything is up to the minute. Groceries are stocked daily. There will be a butcher on the premises which ensures fresh quality meats and fresh produce. The deli has fresh meats and salads and also offers freshly made sandwiches on order. Everything is fresh, as it should be! Senior Citizen Discounts are available every Tuesday. Cigarettes will be sold

at the lowest state minimum price and shortly after opening they will have the lottery available. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 8am to 8pm and Sundays 8am to 5pm. Portland Market will be open seven days a week and the store accepts all major credit cards, food stamps. The people in the area are glad that the Smiths are back and the feeling is mutual. Nichole said with a smile, Our goal has always been, the customers come first.

Bangor Area High School presented Annie this past weekend. Mr Warbucks (played by John Syzonenko) and Grace Farrell (played by Elizabeth Bina), talk with Annie (Lauren Steinert) at the Warbucks Mansion. Photo by
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Bangors Morgan McCollian looks to pass the ball to a teammate. Morgan had a game-high 19 points in the District II AAAA Semi-final game against Pocono Mountain West.

Annie was presented by Bangor Area High School students this past weekend. Miss Hannigan (played by Alanna Dent) and Mr. Bundles (Kristopher Swanson) sing at the orphanage. Brian Torres, Pius X, makes a 1-point foul shot in the District II A Final game against Mahanoy Area. Pius X will advance to the PIAA Playoffs on Friday, March 8th, 6pm, at Scranton High School, against Old Forge.

Randy and Jessica Peluszak, of Wilson, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Jacob Bradley, on February 13th, 2013 2:26am, at St. Lukes Hospital in Bethlehem. Jacob was 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and 20 inches long. Jacobs big brother is Jaxon, 17 months. Proud Grandparents are Nelson Albert and Sue Albert, and Walter and Tammy Peluszak.

(NAPSI)No matter what they say, when it comes to dessert, size matters. Keeping portion size under control is easy when you make "BlueberryLemon Teasers." Use convenient productsfresh blueberries, frozen pound cake, and instant puddingand your little desserts are easy and quick to make. Get started by rinsing the blueberries then pat dry. Whip up the instant pudding and set it aside. Now make cake crumbs. One way to do it fast is to cut off about onethird of a 10.75-ounce frozen pound cake and, with the coarse side of a grater, grate crumbs into a bowl. Or chop the cake into pieces and pulse in a food processor until you have coarse crumbs. If you want to make crumbs from homemade cake, freeze it first for easier handling. To assemble the desserts, line up six small glasses and stack about two tablespoons each of the cake, the pudding and the fresh blueberries in the glasses; repeat until all the ingredients are used. A spoonful of whipped cream tops them off. Serve the "BlueberryLemon Teasers" immediately or cover with

plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Dessert is ready when you are and at just 172 calories per serving, you can kick back and enjoy a guilt-free dessert that delivers plenty of flavor with creamy texture and juicy blueberries in every bite. Summer is blueberry season and a good time to enjoy fresh blueberries every day. Blueberries can be found in supermarkets, superstores, farmers markets and roadside stands. At www.nabcblues.org/upi ck.htm or www.pickyourown.org you can find a list of U-Pick blueberry farms. For loads of blueberry recipes, nutrition information and more, go to www.blueberrycouncil. org. Blueberry-lemon Teasers 1 3/4 cups low-fat milk 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix 2 cups fresh blueberries 1 1/2 cups crumbs (about 4 ounces) from frozen reduced-fat pound cake 1/2 cup sweetened whipped cream In medium bowl with electric mixer or wire whisk, blend milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes; set aside for 5 minutes to set. Into six 6-ounce glasses, evenly divide half of the cake crumbs, pudding and blueberries; repeat. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, top with a swirl of whipped cream. Variations: Use other instant pudding flavors.

(NAPSI)Cooking at home can be simple, affordable and hearthealthy. The bad news is that its becoming increasingly rare. Thats the word from experts who say takeaway-from-home meals account for at least half of all U.S. food expenditures. These meals typically contain more saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, added sugars and calories and fewer fruits, vegetables and whole grains than homecooked meals. The American Heart Association is serving up help for families who are looking for healthy, affordable solutions thanks to its Simple Cooking with Heart program. The popular website has added 30 recipes, a good mix of popular dishes from around the world, to help teach people that cooking at home can be simple, affordable and heart-healthy.

The program, funded by a $1 million grant from the Walmart Foundation for the second year, features several recipes that can feed four people for under $15. In addition, there are live cooking demonstrations, online how-to videos, tips and free downloadable host kits that encourage people to host cooking demonstrations or parties with family, friends and neighbors. With busy, on-the-go lifestyles, many Americans have lost touch with their kitchens and thrown in the towel on eating healthy, which is key to prevention of heart disease and stroke, said Rachel Johnson, Ph.D., R.D., an American Heart Association spokesperson. Spanish - language materials that include recipes and instructional videos can be accessed at www.heart.org/ cocinasimple.

Spicy Asian Salad Cups About $1.50 per serving cup light mayonnaise 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon Chinese chili sauce 2 (12.5-oz) cans salt-free white meat chicken packed in water, drained 1 (8-oz) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped 4 green onions, chopped 2 tablespoons unsalted chopped nuts (cashews,

almonds or walnuts) teaspoon black pepper Juice of 1 lime or 2 teaspoons from jar 12 lettuce leaves (iceberg, green leaf, bib, etc.) 1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard and chili sauce. 2. Stir in chicken, chestnuts, onions, nuts, pepper and lime juice. 3. Spoon equally into lettuce leaves (cups) and serve.

On Wednesday, May 15th the Pocono Family YMCA, will be holding their 17th Annual Senior Fitness Walk. This is a one mile walk through beautiful downtown Stroudsburg. Registration starts at 9am and the walk starts at 10am. Prior to the walk you are invited to participate in the Arthritis Foundation exercise class or a warm up and stretch session from 9:15am9:45am. There will be nurses available to check blood pressures. After the walk, there will be entertainment provided by Peter Begley, light

refreshments and door prizes. This is a joint effort by the Pocono Family YMCA, Prime Time Health Program, R.S.V.P. and Monroe County Aging office. This is a free event for all Monroe County older adults. Pre- registration is suggested, however, you may register the day of the walk. The first 100 to register will receive a free T- Shirt. For further information, please call the Pocono Family YMCA at (570) 421-2525 ext. 139, Prime Time Heath 570-420-3746, R.S.V.P. at 570-420-3747.

Slate Belt AARP Plans March Meeting

The Slate Belt AARP #4135 will be meeting on Monday, March 11th, at 1:30pm at the Blue Valley Farm Show Building in Bangor. The entertainment for this month will be Dominic Behe, a pianist,who will play for us a number of songs. There are two trips planned for this year, one to Coastal Maine, June 4-7, including a visit to the Maine Lighthouse Museum, Acadia National Park and more. There will be a 14 day trip to the NW National Parks, including Glacier National Park, Jasper, Seattle and more. This trip leaves September 17 and includes 21 meals and 7 included tours. Please call Deanna at 620-5884623 for more information on these trips.

Joan Lunden, former host of Good Morning America, here with her mother, Gladyce, has advice for caregivers looking for senior living options for their loved ones. (NAPSI)If youre could make friends, ever among the entertain and socialize, estimated 65 million but I quickly came to Americans caring for realize that version of loved ones, a look at one my mom no longer famous familys experi- existed. The community ence may be useful to we initially chose was you. lovely but did not meet Joan Lunden, former her needs. host of Good Morning Gladyces first commuAmerica, wife, mother nity lacked critical of seven and caregiver aspects of memory care to her mother, Gladyce, that would help her cope was faced with the with dementia, a condichallenge of finding the tion that was worsening right senior living com- with time. munity for her mom. We had to move a Lunden found herself couple of times but completely unprepared ultimately found a small for what was ahead. residential home in my My mom was always moms area that a social butterfly, provided the hands-on, recalled Lunden. I thought she would live in a place where she

day-to-day care she needed. It was a long journey, but we finally arrived at the right place, Lunden added. As a result of her experience, Lunden has partnered with the nations largest senior living referral service to help educate Americans on what they need to know about this difficult, complex process. At A Place for Mom, knowledgeable and compassionate Advisors counsel families through the process, offering guidance at each stage of their search. These experts advise theres no better way to learn about a community than to visit. Families should tour the places theyre considering, together, to fully gauge if its the right fit. Think about your loved one living in the community. Do you feel at ease? The place doesnt have to be the most beautiful to be the best fit. Follow your instincts and your heart. For more details on these helpful tips and further suggestions on

how to find the right senior living options, visit www.aplace formom.com or call (877) 311-6099.

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Car Care: Give Your Car A Brake

(NAPSI)If youre like most motorists, youre concerned about safety. In fact, research shows that vehicle safety is a top motivator for most motorists when it comes to vehicle maintenance and the brake system is at the top of the vehicle safety checklist. Brakes are a normal wear item for any car and eventually theyre going to need to be replaced for both performance and safety reasons, explained Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. A properly operating brake system helps ensure safe vehicle operation and control under a variety of conditions. However, many motorists are unaware of the signs and symptoms that their brake system may need maintenance or repair. What To Look For Its important to be alert and recognize the warning signs of brake trouble. If your car is pulling to the left or right, or if you hear odd noises when you apply the brakes, you should inspect your brakes. Other warning signs include an illuminated brake warning light, brake grabbing, low pedal feel, vibration, hard pedal feel and squealing. What To Do For routine maintenance, check your vehicles braking system at least once a year. A thorough inspection should include brake lining wear, brake fluid level, rotor thickness, condition of hoses and brake lines, brake and dash warning lights, as well as taking the car for a test-drive to detect other potential brake system problems. What Not To Do Several factors that affect brake wear include driving habits, operating conditions, vehicle type and the quality of the brake lining material. Never put off routine brake inspections or any needed repair, such as letting the brakes get to the metal-to-metal point, which can be potentially dangerous and lead to a more costly repair bill, White added. If you havent checked your brakes in the past year, its a great time to give your car a brake and make sure its in safe working condition. The Car Care Councils Be Car Care Aware consumer education campaign promotes the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. Where To Learn More For a Car Care Guide or more information, visit www.carcare.org.

Safe Driving Starts With Clear Vision

(NAPSI)Its an accident waiting to happen: Coming up to one stop sign, one driver can hardly see out the windshield through streaks of rain, a result of damaged windshield wiper blades. Approaching on the other road is another driver whose worn-out wiper blades succeed in only smearing water and dirt across the windshield. Will these drivers be able to see the stop sign or each other in time to react safely? It doesnt have to be this way. There is a simple and costeffective way for ensuring the best visibility possible: Make sure your car has properly functioning windshield wipers. Despite the simplicity of checking and, if necessary, changing wiper blades, most people put this task off well past the blades useful life. Experts recommend checking blades for wear at least every six months and replacing if damaged or worn. Advances in wiper blade technology include wiper blades smart enough to adapt to the curve of your windshield, and designed to minimize clogging with ice, snow or debris and to provide consistent, clean wipes time after time. A drivers vision is the single biggest factor in vehicle safety, according to Dr. Philip Hessburg, founder of the internationally recognized The Eye and the Auto symposium and of the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology. Nationally recognized automotive expert in car care, Car Coach Lauren Fix, knows that an estimated 90 percent of a motorists driving decisions are based on how well he or she can see the road. Fix and her daughter, Teen Car Coach Shelby Fix, agree that checking wiper blades is one of the easiest ways to improve your familys road safety. As Shelby writes, A dirty windshield could cause big problems. If you cant see where you are going, its dangerous to everyone. Get a new set of wiper blades...they are worth it. Properly maintained wiper blades can be a simple, low-cost way to ensure the clearest sight line and improve driving safety in bad weather. Worn, torn or inefficient blades cause streaks, a film and an inconsistent view of the road that can impair vision or delay driver judgment. For more information, visit www.michelin wipers.com.