Mike Swahn of Bangor Boy Scout Troop 38 earned the rank of Eagle Scout on June 3, 2013.

His rank was

presented to him at his Court of Honor on October 26, 2013. Mikes service project was the Resurfacing and Painting of

the First United Methodist Church of Bangors Garage. Eagle is the highest rank that can be achieved by a boy

scout. Requirements include being active in the troop, displaying leadership, earning at least 21 merit badges of which 12 are required (Mike earned 27 merit badges), planning, developing, and leading a service project for the community, and passing a Board of Review. Mike is a senior at Bangor Area High School and resides in Roseto. He is the son of Paul and Judie Swahn. Troop 38 meets at the First United Methodist Church on 55 North Third Street on Tuesdays at 7 PM. Paul Swahn is the Scoutmaster. If you are a boy interested in joining the Boy Scouts, and are between the ages of 11 and 17, please call Mr. Swahn at 908-3991509.

A holiday concert to benefit the Slate Belt Y will take place at 5:00 p.m. on November 24th 2013 at the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theatre at the Bangor Area High School, 187 Five Points Richmond Road Bangor. Tickets are $20 per person and are available at slatebeltymca.org, Slate Belt Chamber610-588-1000, Nazareth YMCA- 610-759-3440, local Merchants Banks, and State Farm Agent Lucy Flinns office in Wind Gap. The evening will feature the band Twelve Twenty-Four playing an eclectic array of holiday music. They will be accompanied by students of the Bangor and Pen Argyl Area School Districts music departments. Twelve Twenty-Four performances feature the music of the TransSiberian Orchestra, as well as their own holiday creations. With a total of 17 performers a six-piece rock band, four-piece string section, six lead vocalists, and an angel

storyteller Twelve Twenty-Four brings the magic of Christmas alive at each show. Over fifteen years ago, citizens in the Slate Belt made the decision to build a YMCA in the Slate Belt because they felt the YMCAs focus and mission would meet a significant need in their community. These volunteers have worked diligently to make a Slate Belt Y a reality. These efforts were celebrated at a formal ground - breaking ceremony held on June 7th on site at the future Slate Belt YMCA facility located at 317 W Pennsylvania Avenue, Pen Argyl. The building is the former Scottys Fashions factory, which was donated to the YMCA by Tighe and Neil Scott. Fundraising efforts aim to raise up to $6 Million dollars for up-to three phases of construction. Over 3.5 Million has been raised so far, including the land grant for the building. For more information, visit slatebeltymca.org.

Washington Elementary School, 381 Washington Blvd., Bangor, one of three elementary schools in the Bangor Area School District started the school year with a new principal.

Mr. Scott Davis started his reign as the principal in mid August. Over the past few months he has become acquainted and comfortable with his staff and students. During his two month

term so far, Mr. Davis has proven to be quite a good sport! At the beginning of the Bangor Elementary PTA fundraiser he made an agreement with the PTA & students. The highest seller in each of the 26 classrooms would have the opportunity to throw a whipped cram pie at him. On Thursday, October 31st, the event was combined with the annual Halloween Parade. The parade ended with the students surrounding the basketball court with Mr. Davis in the center. He was dressed in his old tshirt and jeans, covered in a rain poncho, and ready to take his punishment. Addressing the students from the center of the circle, he told them this was their Trick, but he would be around to the classrooms for his Treat during their afternoon celebrations. Classroom winners who threw pies were: Payton Perry, Natosha Morrison, Alissa Bartholomew, Gavyn Kelton, and Caliana Huratiak all in kinder-

garten. First grade winners were: Thaimious Brown, Jacob Walters, Avery Nelson, Connor Rigione, Owen Reinhart, Alisabeth Guepet, and Hunter Chiesa. Second grade winners were: Noah Hillis, Angelina Wilson, Micheal Repsher, and Krista Bartholomew. Third grade winners were: Kendra Mendelsohn, Hope Nagy, Dalton Rosario, Julia Stephans, Jasmine Lane. Fourth grade winners were: CJ Fassl, Bethany Blanco, Landon Uhler, Ashton Dunbar, and Lilianna Damian. Each classroom winner was given a plate filled with whipped cream. They were told they and could stand as close as they wanted to pie Mr. Davis. The girls were a bit dainty, but the boys were less forgiving, using twisting and smearing techniques, making sure to cover all areas! At the end of the event, with his face full of whipped crme, Mr. Davis commented, I feel like I just stepped out of an episode of The Three Stooges.

Hope United Church of Christ Food Pantry is in great need of canned goods and monetary donations. The food bank serves approximately 45 local families and their needs grow stronger every week. Wish list: tuna, all canned fruits, juices, canned potatoes, carrots, beets, pancakes, syrup, cereals, jello and puddings, coffee and tea. They are located at 701 Cherry St., in Wind Gap. Office hours are Mon.Thurs. from 8am1:30pm. The Friends of the Bangor Public Library will be hosting Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December

7th at the East Bangor Fire Department. The event will run from 9 am-12 pm and will include pancakes, sausage, fruit, and baked goods. Santa will visit with children during breakfast and will be available for photos. There will also be small crafts, a fun Christmas photo booth, and more! Tickets are being sold now at the Bangor Public Library, Adults $5 and Children $3 (children 2 and under are free.) Tickets will also be sold at the door. All proceeds benefit the Bangor Public Library. A Thanksgiving Pie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical

Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Wednesday, November 27th. Pick up between 11am and noon. The cost is $9 per Apple or Pumpkin pie. Orders are recommended and can be placed until November 24th. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-5990809. All of you classmates of Pius X Class of 1964 mark your calendars for Saturday October 11, 2014, the date of your 50th class reunion. A mailing to classmates will go out within the month of November. If you are a member of the Pius class of 1964 and wish to be in touch with your class reunion committee, you can call Bill Zanette at 610-588-0705 or Elaine Treible at 610-588-7386. DivorceCare: Surviving the Holidays is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays while going through separation or divorce. The seminar will be held on Tuesday, November 26 from 6:30-8:30 PM at Mount

Eaton Church in Saylorsburg, PA. Child care is available upon request. There is no charge for this event. For more information or to register, please contact the church office at (570) 992-7050 or office@ mounteatonchurch.org. Information about the church may be found at www.mounteaton church.org. The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar on Friday, November 22nd from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sat., November 23rd from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There are handcrafted Christmas gifts and ornaments, "white elephants", Fall items, hand-knitted items, jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies, and door prize drawings. A light lunch and soup will be available. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA. Call 610-588-4453 or visit: ebumc. org.
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Here is a list of the new items added to the collection of the Bangor Public Library during the week of November 7th to November 13th, 2013. Adult Fiction: Baker, Jo Longbourn; Berenson, Alex The Faithful Spy; Berenson, Alex The Ghost War; Berenson, Alex The Midnight House; Berenson, Alex The Secret Soldier; Berenson, Alex The Shadow Patrol; Berenson, Alex The Silent Man; Childs, Laura Frill Kill; Childs, Laura Gunpowder Green; Childs, Laura Motif For Murder; Childs, Laura Photo Finished; Childs, Laura Tragic Magic; Clarke, Richard The Scorpion's Gate; Connolly, John The Lovers; Cornwell, Bernard The Burning Land; Cornwell, Bernard Death of Kings; Cornwell, Bernard The Last Kingdom; Cornwell, Bernard Lords of the North; Cornwell, Bernard The Pale Horseman; Cornwell, Bernard Sword Song; Eicher, Jerry Katie's Forever Promise; Faulks, Sebastian Devil May Care; Fielding, Helen Mad About the Boy; Freeman, Brian

Stripped; Gilbert, Elizabeth The Signature of All Things; Harris, Charlaine After Dead : what Came Next in the World of Sookie Stackhouse; Lehane, Dennis Prayers for Rain; Macomber, Debbie Starry Night; Meier, diance The Season of Second Chances; Nesbo, Jo Police; Roberts, Nora Dark Witch; Shaara, Jeff Gone for Soldiers; Sheehan, James The Mayor of Lexington Avenue; Smith, Wilbur Vicious Circles; Sweeney, Leann The Cat, the Mill, and the Murder; Turow, Scott Identical. Adult Non-Fiction: Krauthammer, Charles Things that Matter; Mauldin, John Code Red; Yousafzai, Malala I am Malala. Adult Large Print Fiction: Margolin, Phillip Ties that Bind; Robards, Karen Bait. Adult Large Print Non-Fiction: Browne, Sylvia Visits from the Afterlife. Young Adult Fiction: Griffin, Bethany Dance of the Red Death. DVDs: Antwone Fisher; Casper; Gosford Park; Predator; Radio; Tom Hanks Comedy Favorites Collection; We Were the Mulvaneys.

Examples are a remote controlled truck for an eleven year old boy or Legos for an eight year old girl. This is the first time the Greens have the Giving Tree but according to Kim, This is not the last! Please join us in putting a smile on a childs face this holiday, said Kim. If you dont have the time to stop in and grab a star, monetary gifts are always welcome to either Families First or Slater Family Network, especially during the holiday season. Something has been added at Little Creek Bar-B-Cue Co. at 1004 Washington Blvd. in Bangor. In the true spirit of Christmas and the holiday season, Kim and Rich Green, owners, and daughter. Rene. have put up a Giving Tree. Tucked in the corner is the vibrant Giving Tree which the Greens are sponsoring because as Kim said We like to put smiles on kids faces.
By Maria Cascario

Five of the hospitals in the St. Lukes University Health Network were named as the nations Top Performers on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in America. St. Lukes hospitals were recognized by The Joint Commission for exemplary performance in using evidence-based clinical processes that are shown to improve care for certain conditions. The clinical

processes focus on care for heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, surgery, childrens asthma, stroke, venous thromboembolism, influenza and inpatient psychiatric services. St. Lukes Allentown Campus, St. Lukes University Hospital Bethlehem, St. Lukes

Quakertown Campus, St. Lukes Miners Campus and St. Lukes Warren Campus are five of 1,099 hospitals in the U.S. earning the distinction of Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for attaining and sustaining excellence in accountability measure performance.

There are tens stars on the tree from Slater Family Network and Families First. These well-known organizations are vital to our area and help whenever and wherever they are asked to do so. Each star has a childs name, age and gender on it. Everyone is invited to stop in and pick a star and purchase a gift for a child. They will then return with the unwrapped gift and the star attached to it by Sunday, December 1st.

The Northampton County Area Agency on Aging today warned older adults about a new phone scam targeting taxpayers. In this scam, victims are told they owe money to the Internal Revenue Service, which must be paid immediately through a pre-loaded debit card or a wire transfer. If the victim declines to cooperate, they are threatened with arrest or suspension of their drivers license. Scammers use fake common names. They may be

able to recite the last four digits of a victims Social Security number. They may make your Caller ID appear as if the call is coming from the IRS toll-free number. The IRS will never ask for your credit card number on the telephone nor do they request payment by a pre-paid debit card or wire transfer. In fact contact by the IRS with a taxpayer with a tax issue is very likely to be by mail. Anyone receiving a phone call from some-

one claiming to be from the IRS should do the following: If you know you owe taxes or think that you might owe them, call the IRS toll-free at 1-800829-1040. If you know you dont owe taxes or have no reason to think you owe taxes (no letter from the IRS), call the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration at 1-800-366-4484. If the caller threatened arrest or license suspension, call the Federal Trade Commission at 1-800382-4357.

Adam and Jill Kulak of Bangor proudly announce the birth of their son, Jase Adam Kulak. Jase was born on October 2nd, 2013, at 9:36 A.M., at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem. He weighed 7 pounds 8 ounces and was 21 inches in length. Jase joins big brother Dane Arthur Kulak. Jase's mother is the former Jill Mularik of Nazareth. Grandparents are John and JoAnne Mularik of Nazareth and John and Betty Jane Kulak of Bangor.

Hello fellow readers, About a year ago we shared the Design Process as it related to the Blairstown Village Green planned for where the old Community Center once stood. Gina Trish led the charge and Patti Doell, President of the North Warren Garden Club and owner of Little Big Farm, worked with me to design a garden fitting for the site conditions as well as the functional opportunities the pocket park will serve; located in the center of town, behind Agway, and next to the seasonal Farmers Market. Thanks to the Township Committee and all those that supported the project, the Village Green was installed last week during the coldest spell this fall I might add. Brrr! While most of the plants are already dormant there are visual pleasures to enjoy all winter long. A rustic cedar split rail fence installed by Salerno Fence of Wantage frames the park and reflects the rural flavor of Blair-

stown. And, the cream and salmon pealing bark of the River Birch (Betula nigra) are the best in show providing all-season interest. Agens Stone of Columbia provided over 6 ton of boulders to pepper the garden with natural sculptures that are unsurpassed in deer resistance (smile). Agens will also be delivering 6 stone benches to offer a respite spot for park visitors. Even when dry the ornamental grasses that grace the garden create a lovely display. Herman Shoemaker, Committeeman and owner of Booknest of Blairstown dropped by and mentioned he had heard about a grass seed installed late in the season that may be less likely to rot overwinter. Jeff Baier, owner of Columbia-based JB's Landscaping who installed the park, used a landscape mix of primarily perennial rye grass, Kentucky bluegrass and red fescue. With a layer of topsoil, then seed and straw on top, Kevin Baier says the seed will sink in over winter and come to life come spring. Jeff assured that the late season lawn establishment will be successful. For now, a field of straw (please keep off for a few weeks), dormant plants, a super cool fence, 9 big boy boulders and the promise of a field of green to come. Thanks to all! Garden dilemmas? askmarystone.com

(NAPSI)Anyone can have beautiful, functional floors-once you review your options. For example, you may have your heart set on hardwood, but laminate may be a better option given your lifestyle. Alternatively, you may admire tile floors, but you might be a lot happier with luxury vinyl tile (LVT). In order to make the right decision, consider three key factorsbudget, wearability and maintenance. Hardwoodfloors are a great choice under the right conditions. Nothing compares to the natural beauty, color, intricate graining and depth of shine of a hardwood floor. Not only easy on the eye, hardwood floors tend to be warm underfoot too. Hardwood is timely and timeless and completely authentic, and it comes in many colors, from nearly white to practically black and various warm shades of brown in between. While there are many pluses to hardwood, there are some minuses to consider when deciding whether its right for you. Depending on the species, some hardwood floors can take a great deal of wear and

tear and still look good. Others, though beautiful at first, show the signs of wear very quickly. In any case, you have to clean and care for it properly. This includes not using ammonia cleaners, oil soaps or a wet mop; using a professional hardwood floor cleaner to remove scuffs and scratches; and cleaning spills immediately. For these reasons, hardwood might not be the best fit for every home. In some cases, laminate is a great alternative. Fortunately, for people who really like the look of wood, theres an excellentand much less expensive-alternative: laminate flooring. Through highly detailed digitized photography, laminate floors of today duplicate hardwood with tremendous realism that allows for a lower initial cost. Unlike hardwood, a laminate floor will not fade. Pets can also be a problem for hardwood flooring. Laminate, on the other hand, offers a durable wear surface that is highly stain, scratch and moisture resistant. Because of its durability, hygienic

nature and ease of installation and maintenance, laminate floors have become a low-cost alternative to hardwood, stone and tile. Is your heart set on stone? Natural stone and porcelain tiles are another popular way to pave your floors. They come in all shapes, sizes and colors, glazed or unglazed, and can be used plain, decorated or as part of a mosaic. Along with its beauty, natural stone flooring will likely increase your homes resale value, and it only improves with age. Stone is also popular because every piece of stone is unique so no two floors are alike. Natural stone varies in hardness as no stone floor has a perfectly smooth surface. There is always a possibility that small chips or pits may show up and be more evident in certain kinds of lighting. Its a good idea to match the flooring with the kind of activities that will be taking place, as soft, porous stone flooring is probably inappropriate for a high-traffic area. A properly installed ceramic tile floor will outperform and outlast nearly any other. Glazed ceramic tile and

porcelain resist stains, odors and dirt and can be cleaned easily. It also does not burn or emit toxic fumes. It can, however, be expensive and difficult to install, and some people find tile cold underfoot. Vinyl floors offer many perks. Luxury vinyl tile, which falls in the resilient flooring category, may be a flooring you should consider-especially if youre concerned about pets and kids. Luxury vinyl tile flooring is a great choice for kitchens and bathrooms, as well, because its no wax and easy to keep clean. Its durable, affordable, water resistant, easy to install and doesnt fade or stain. LVT flooring comes in many colors, textures and patterns and can imitate wood grain, tile, even marble. Since it also comes in sheets, planks and tiles, theres lots of room for selfexpression. Plus, LVT are flexible and soft to walk on. They have a cushy give underfoot. You can find further facts on floors and decorating advice from the experts at the World Floor Covering Association at www.WFCA.org and (800) 624-6880.

Janet Haddad of Upper Mount Bethel Twp., PA participated recently in Baconfest (www. pabaconfest.com) in Easton, PA. Baconfest is the biggest festival of the Easton Farmers Market season. Saturday's attendance

approximated 10,000 attendees. Janet participated as a jewelry vendor and also participated in Baconfest's Art Du Cochon - "Art of the Pig" contest. Her entry, a preserved and dyed pig skull, took second

place. See two attached photos. Janet Haddad, under the business name Jan Margaret Designs and known as "The Bone Lady", sells handcrafted jewelry and other creations all made from recycled animal bones

from a variety of naturally deceased critters found on her Johnsonville farm in Upper Mount Bethel. Janet does not use any bones that are sourced from hunting. Jan displayed her "bone" craft at Baconfest in conjunction with her daughter Aline Haddad who knits clothing from locally grown, hand spun wool. Jan and Aline's goods can be found for sale in downtown historic Easton, PA at: Just Around The Corner Fine Art & Craft Gallery & Gifts, 5A North Bank Street, Easton, 610-258-9850, www.jatcgallery.com. The Easton Farmers Market and the many festivals they conduct are a great example of the many wonderful things that are going on in historic downtown Easton.

At its regular monthly meeting held on Tuesday Nov 5th, MartocciCapobianco American Legion Post # 750 Roseto it was announced that the annual Childrens Christmas Party will be held on Sunday December 15, 2013 at 1:00 P M.. The party, which is free, is open to the children and grandchildren of members and all children of the Borough of Roseto up to 12 years of age. Parents or grandparents are asked to stop by the Legion or phone 610-588-1371 and give the name and age of the child who will be attending. Refreshments will be served to all in attendance. Commander Eugene T Edinger had charge of the meeting which was held in memory of deceased comrade Dennis Pozzuto. It was reported that membership for 2014 is at 80%. It was further reported that the ladies will be holding a Bingo on Sunday Jan 19th and Sunday March 16th. There will be a limited number of tickets sold, and there will be more details at a later date. Steve DeFranco Jr announced that the Sons

of Legionares will hold a Cavatelli Dinner on Sunday February 16, 2014. Steve DeFranco Sr and William Fry reported on the Northampton County Past Commanders Dinner. The Roseto Post had the most past commanders in attendance and received a $50 price which the Roseto Post will be giving to the Salvation Army. Commander Edinger had charge of the nomination of officers and Trustees to the Home Association for 2014. The nominations will remain open until the Dec 3rd meeting, at which time elections will also take place. 6 members were nominated for the Board of Trustees, and the Board can have 12 trustees. In order to be nominated and elected an officer or Trustee, you must be a legionnaire in good standing and be present for nomination or have submitted a letter of intent to Secretary Robert Renaldo. It was also announced that the Young at Hearts Club from St Elizabeths church in Pen Argyl will be honoring Veterans at a gathering at the church on November 21st.

(NAPSI)Lori Ramos Cavallo compares being a new caregiver to being CEO of a Fortune 500 company straight out of high school. No prior experience. No qualifications. No idea where to start. My Mom went from being completely active to needing care overnight, said Cavallo, who cared for her mother for eight years following a devastating stroke. You dont prepare for that mentally, financially or emotionally. Its a struggle. To help stroke caregivers, the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, developed Caregiver Guide to Stroke. The free guide includes sections on emotional support, communicating with the health care team, managing the effects of a stroke, legal resources, financial support and health coverage. Becoming a caregiver can be overwhelming, said Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D., clinical psychologist and family therapist at CrozerKeystone Health System in Springfield, Pa.

While they are still adjusting emotionally to a sudden change in their loved ones functioning, family caregivers also feel like they need to become instant experts on treatments, rehabilitation, insurance and more. This guide will help the person who does the helping. A common fear for caregivers is that their loved one may have another stroke. The American Stroke Associations Together to End Stroke initiative, nationally sponsored by the global health care product company Covidien, teaches the acronym F.A.S.T. to help people remember common warning signs of stroke. FFace Drooping AArm Weakness SSpeech Difficulty TTime to call 9-1-1 To download the associations free Caregiver Guide to Stroke, visit www.StrokeAssociatio n.org/Caregiver. For caregiving or general stroke inquiries, e-mail TogethertoEndStroke@ heart.org or call 888-4STROKE (888-4787653).

(NAPSI)According to the Caregiver Action Network, more than 65 million Americans care for loved ones with chronic illnesses, disabilities and frailty. Among their many responsibilities, caregivers are often tasked with helping their loved one understand Medicare and make coverage decisions. By following a few tips, caregivers can feel more confident about their ability to help their loved one navigate Medicare. First, start with the basics. There are two ways to access Medicare. Original Medicare includes Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance) and is offered through the federal government. As an alternative, some people choose Medicare Advantage (Part C), which includes all the coverage of Original Medicare plus additional benefits, often for no additional monthly premium. These plans are offered through private insurance companies approved by the government. Prescription drug coverage is available with Medicare Part D, which is typically included in Medicare Advantage plans but can also be purchased separately for those

with Original Medicare. It is also offered through private insurance companies approved by the government. Some beneficiaries who have Original Medicare enroll in a Medicare supplement plan, which covers some or all of the costs not covered by Parts A and B. Next, compare your care recipients options. When caregivers are comparing Medicare plans, its important for them to consider both their loved ones health and budget needs, said Rhonda Randall, D.O., chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare Retiree Solutions. Look at the total cost of a plan, including premiums, deductibles, copayments and coinsurance, as well as the plans network, if it has one, to make sure youre comfortable with the doctors and hospitals that are included. If additional benefits such as dental and vision care or a gym membership are important, Randall suggests considering a Medicare Advantage plan; benefits like these are not typically covered by Original Medicare. Lastly, dont go it alone. If you care for an older adult now or anticipate taking on a caregiver role, there are caregiver tools and

resources available to help you and your loved one. To learn more and get the support you need today, visit www.WhatIsSolutionsF orCaregivers.com or call (877) 765-4473. Services are available in all 50 states and can be tailored to meet specific needs. To learn more about Medicare, visit MedicareMadeClear.co m or call 1-877-6195582 (TTY 711), 8 a.m.8 p.m. local time, seven days a week. Information is also available at Medicare.gov or 1800-MEDICARE (TTY: 1-877-4862048), 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

State Rep. Marcia Hahn (R-Northampton), voted Monday to move legislation that offers liability protection to farmers who open their land to recreational or educational activities. House Bill 397, which passed the House on a party-line vote, may now be taken up by the full Senate. For a number of years, the farming community throughout Pennsylvania has been gracious in making their property available for activities such as corn mazes or opportunities for local residents to

pick - their - own produce, said Hahn, who is a member of both the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs and Tourism and Recreational Development committees. This legislation protects landowners from lawsuits in cases of injury or damages where no party is at fault. The protection offered by House Bill 397 is limited, in that the right to sue would still exist if a property owner is grossly negligent, displays willful or reckless disregard for the

safety of participants or intentionally causes the injury. Agriculture remains a major industry in Pennsylvania, and the activities I referenced earlier help to preserve the relationship between the farmer and the consumer, added Hahn. House Bill 397 offers a safeguard that may invite even more farm families to further open their property to the public. Questions about legislative issues should be directed to Hahns Nazareth office at (610) 746-2100.

Pocono Health System (PHS) and Pocono Alliance came together for the third year in a row as part of the Community Health Connections initiative to offer free flu shots to adults 18 years and over. This partnership-based effort was made possible by grant funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Healths Division of Immunizations, Adult Immunization Enhancement Project. We were pleased to partner with Pocono Alliance to provide free flu shots to the under / uninsured individuals in

our community, said Kathleen E. Kuck, President and CEO of Pocono Health System/Pocono Medical Center. Providing this service with the support of the Department of Health is a part of our vision to build a healthier community. Michael Tukeva, Executive Director, Pocono Alliance added, The partnership between PHS and Pocono Alliance allowed us to address a challenge in the underresourced populations of our community. We were successful because we pooled

expertise and delivered a service that was greatly needed. The free flu shots were provided throughout Monroe County in coordination with local libraries, churches, a grocery store, PMC Immediate Care Centers and physician practices, and even The Salvation Army. If an individual is still in need of the influenza vaccine, they can contact one of our PMC Immediate Care Centers to learn more about the costs by visiting PoconoHealthSystem.or g or calling (570) 4763700.

Army combat veteran, youth advocate, author and Rhodes Scholar Wes Moore will be the keynote speaker for the 2013-14 NEH theme Off to War and Coming Home: Historical Perspectives on Military Veterans During and After Their Service: 1946 Present at Northampton Community College (NCC). Moore will speak on Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. in the Arthur L. Scott Spartan Center at NCCs main campus in Bethlehem Township. This program is free and open to the public, but tickets are required and will be available in February 2014. Moore graduated Phi Theta Kappa as a commissioned officer from Valley Forge Military College in 1998 and Phi Beta Kappa from Johns Hopkins University in 2001 with a bachelors degree in international relations. He completed an MLitt in international relations from Oxford University as a

international relations from Oxford University as a Rhodes Scholar in 2004. Moore was a paratrooper and captain in the United States Army, serving a combat tour of duty in Afghanistan with the elite 1st Brigade of the 82nd Airborne Division in 2005-2006. A White House Fellow from 20062007, Moore served as a special assistant to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. Following his time at the White House, he became an investment professional in New York at Citigroup, focusing on global technology. In 2009, he was selected as an Asia Society Fellow and was named one of Crains New York Business 40 Under 40 Rising Stars. Moore is passionate about supporting US veterans and examining the roles education, mentoring and public service play in the lives of American youth. He serves on the board of the Iraq Afghanistan Veterans of America

(IAVA) and founded an organization called STAND! through Johns Hopkins that works with Baltimore youth involved in the criminal justice system. NCCs NEH programs and activities are supported by a challenge grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and generous donors and partners. Off to War and Coming Home is an exploration of the history of American war veterans during their service and upon reentry to civilian life which parallels major issues in the nation and helped to define and shape the present. Their experiences of the GI Bill of Rights, the Baby Boom era, the protest of the Vietnam era and the wars against terror are part of Northampton Community College's history as the College continues to serve large numbers of veterans. Follow Wes on Twitter: @wesmoore1 or on Facebook at www. facebook.com/TheOthe rWesMoore.

Slate Belt Young at Heart Club meeting, November 21. 1pm at St. Elizabeth's Church hall in Pen Argyl. This is a very special meeting! This is our annual salute to all veterans and servicemen. Posting of colors, followed by a musical tribute from a select group of the BAHS chorus.Guest speaker, mr. Bill Nixon, a veteran of the Vietnam war and a retired teacher. He is very active in programs for the veterans. He is also one of a group that provides transportation for World War II Veterans to Washington, DC, for those who haven't seen the World War II momument. Please plan to attend. For more information, plese call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630 or Minnie Thomas at 610-863-6589 Diamond Fire Company Potato Filling and Bacon Dressing Sale, Filling $5 (2lbs), Bacon Dressing $3. Order No later than November 20th, Pick up November 27th at Fire Co. Social Hall, 110 Main St., Walnutport, FMI: 610-767-8476. Operation Christmas Child a musical based on the shoe box ministry of Samaritan's Purse. Presented by 4th through 6th Grade. FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, Friday, November 22nd at 7:00pm. in the school auditorium. Faith Christian School serves as a Drop Off location so you are welcome to bring a packed Shoebox gift to be delivered by Samaritans Purse to a hurting child around the world. For more information for packing a shoe box gift go to: www.samaritanspurse/o cc. All are welcome to attend - there is no admission charge. Located in the old Columbus School at the corner of Liberty Avenue & Dante Street

in Roseto. For more information call (610) 588-3414 or find us on the web at www.fcslions.org. Community Presbyterian Church of Mt. Bethel and Portland will host its monthly Family Night Out on Friday November 22nd. A pizza dinner and dessert will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. The feature presentation The Croods (rated PG) will begin at 7:00 p.m. This event is free to the community. For more information, please contact the church office at (570) 897.6766. On Friday, November 22, 2013 the areas premier ski/snowboard shop, THE LOFT in Tannersville, invades the Sherman Theater for a night with a killer new movie from Salomon Snowboards: DOPAMINE! Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Movie begins at 8:00 p.m. FOR ALL AGES at the SHERMAN THEATER, 524 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA. You don't want to miss out! Purchase tickets at http://bit.ly/1djsLQJ or tickets are $8 at the door! For more information call THE LOFT at 570-629-2627 or visit www.loftsports.com. The Jacobsburg Historical Society will host their annual "Day of Wreath-Making" at the Bushkill Twp. Fire Co. social hall on Saturday, November 23rd. $45. includes instructions, supplies, and live greens. (participants furnish their own pruning shears). For more information, please call 610/863-8136. Belfast Wesley UMC, 607 School Rd, Nazareth, will be holding their annual fall rummage/bake sale. Saturday November 23rd, 8:00 AM to 12:00PM. Mount Eaton Church Christmas Market, Mount Eaton Rd, Saylorsburg, November 23. The Market will

be held from 9am-3pm. Enjoy many interesting crafts and flea market items, as well as a bake sale, and homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts, and more. FMI: 570-9927050, visit www.mounteatonchurc h.org. Holiday Benefit Concert to support the Slate Belt Y project, November 24th, Bangor High School, Craig Payne Auditorium, 5pm. The band playing the event is local, Twelve Twenty Four. Tickets available at local Merchants Banks, the Slate Belt Chamber (610-5881000), the Nazareth Y, on the Twelve Twenty Four web site, and Lucy Flinn State Farm Agent in Wind Gap. Washington Township Vol. Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Annual Holiday Cash Bingo Game, November 24th, Washington Fire Hall. Kitchen will be open, doors open at 11am, Game starts at 12:30pm. FMI or advanced tickets contact: Shirley 484661-7187, Donna 484-298-0192, Ruth 61-588-7402, or Sandy 610-588-9976 The Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder Fire Company Auxiliary Craft Fair and Bake Sale on Sunday, November 24th from 10am to 3pm. The Firehouse is located on Old Rt. 115 across from Old Saylors Inn. Vendors are wanted. Reserve your table now by calling Brenda at 610-802-1657. Pen Argyl High School, Class of 1993, 20 Year Class Reunion, November 30th, 6pm, Holy Family Club, 515 West Mauch Chunk Street, Nazareth, 610-7597887. visit online at www.holyfamilyclub.c om, Join your fellow classmates for a night full of music, dancing, dinner and cash bar. Send class pictures for the reunion slide show

in JPEG format to jenkel@rcn.com and gburzyns@teksystems.c om. Mt. Bethel Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary 25th Annual Fall Show, November 30th, 9am-3pm, the Fire Hall, Rt. 611 in Mt. Bethel. Handcrafted items only, bake sale and kitchen will be open, and free parking. FMI: 570897-5308 or 570-2346505. The North Bangor Volunteer Fire Company will hold their monthly All You Can Eat Breakfast on Sunday, December 1st, from 7am to noon. The cost is $8 for adults, $3 for children ages 5 to 12, and children under 5 are free. The fire house is located at 301 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor. PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA PAWS Sunday, December 1 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Blakeslee Animal Clinic, 1521 Rt 115, Blakeslee. Costs $10 each, and includes a 4x6 print on the spot, and a photo emailed to you! FMI: Boomers Angels.com, email BoomersAngels@gmail .com or call 570-3504977. Don't shop, adopt! Camp Papillon will hold an Meet & Greet/Adoption Day from 11 am to 3 pm on Sunday, December 1 at Tractor Supply, Route 209, Brodheadsville. Come and meet the dogs, cats and critters that Camp Papillon has for adoption! Email volunteer@camppapillo n.org, visit www.camppapillon.org or phone (570) 4200450. Pocono Mountain Harley Owners Group is now accepting non-perishable food items for their annual food drive. Dropoffs can be made at Pocono Mountain Harley Davidson and Krohns Foreign Car Service. Collections will also be taken at Shop Rite in Broadheadsville

December 9th and 19th from 11am-3pm. PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC MEETING December 5, 2013 at 7 pm. Little Bushkill Creek Study: You are invited to attend a Public Meeting hosted by the Plainfield Township Board of Supervisors and EAC regarding the study of the Little Bushkill Creek. In response to water quality results obtained in 2012, and input from the Department of Environmental Protection the Township hired URS Corporation to conduct an assessment of the stream and develop a restoration plan. The meeting will be held at Plainfield Township, 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, PA. Spaghetti Dinner with all the trimmings on Friday, December 6 from 4:30 - 8 PM at the American Legion, off Rt 209, Gilbert, benefits Waggin' Tails Pet Rescue. Spaghetti dinner includes meatballs, marinara, salad, dessert, coffee and soda. Cost is $8 adults, children 3-12 $5 and under 3 free! There will be raffle tickets available also! Breakfast With Santa, Wind Gap Fire Co. 111 N. Broadway, Wind Gap, Saturday December 7, 8am until noon. .Full buffet, craft, gift and picture with Santa. To RSVP, call Tiffany at 610-654-4515 or Erika at 610-863-0707. Also reserve a visit from Santa on the Fire Truck December 7, 1pm until 3pm. Sponsored by Auxiliary and Wind Gap Borough. WAGGIN' TAILS PRESENTS PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA. Santa will be at Pet Supplies Plus, Route 611, near Target and Home Depot, Stroudsburg on Saturday, December 7 from 11-3 for Pet Photos. Cost is $8 for 5x7 and $10 for an 8x10. Bring all your pets for an

adorable photo. For more information, email information@waggintai lsrescue.com. Breakfast with Santa to Benefit the Bangor Public Library on Saturday, December 7th at the East Bangor Fire Department. The event will run from 9 am-12 pm and will include pancakes, sausage, fruit, and baked goods. Tickets are being sold now at the Bangor Public Library, Adults $5 and Children $3 (children 2 and under are free.) Tickets will also be sold at the door. All proceeds benefit the Bangor Public Library. East Bangor Vol. Fire Co. Bazaar Dec. 8th 10am-2pm Fill a bag for $2.00. Donations of new and gently used items can be dropped off at the fire house Monday nights. Monroe County Historical Association Annual Holiday Luncheon at the Stroud Mansion Fundraiser December 12th and December 13th, There are two seatings each day. The early lunch seating will be held from 11am. until 12:30pm. and the Late lunch seating will be held 1pm until 2:30pm. The Holiday Luncheon will be held on the second floor of the historic 1795 Stroud Mansion, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, $19 per person. Tickets must be purchased at the Stroud Mansion. FMI: 570-421-7703 or mcha@ptd.net. East Bangor Vol. Fire Co. Craft show Dec. 14 11am-3pm Santa will arrive on the fire truck at 12. 12:30 donuts and milk with Santa. Vendors tables available call 610-588-5996. Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 15, at Tractor Supply, Rte. 209, Brodheadsville. Safe Haven will have many young dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org .

(NAPSI)For most parents, the holiday season means schools out and youre on. Winter vacation can be a great time to find entertaining, even educational things for your kids to do. Here are a few ideas to consider that wont interfere with the festivities: Book Club. Even if your kids arent close in age, pick a topic everyone can read about. Have your children discuss what their stories had in common,

what they liked or didnt and the characters. Make Movies. Put your video camera to good use. Have your kids work together on a script and act it out or let them lip-synch their favorite songs and make a music video. The whole family can enjoy watching these for years to come. Arts and Crafts. Stock up on construction paper, glue, glitter, paint, Popsicle sticks and pipe cleaners and

plan a craft time. Cook Together. Whip up this chocolaty treat: Black & White Ice Cream Brownie Makes 9 servings Aluminum foil and parchment paper Your favorite brownie recipe, or 1 box (18.4 ounces) brownie mix 3 cups Dreyers/Edys Vanilla Ice Cream 3 cups Dreyers/Edys Chocolate Ice Cream Dulce de leche caramel (optional) Line 13x9-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, making sure to leave overhang on sides. Prepare brownie batter according to package; pour into prepared pan. Bake according to package directions. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Carefully lift brownies from pan using foil overhang for handles. Using bottom of 9-inch loaf pan as guide, cut brownie into three rectangles. Line

9-inch loaf pan with parchment paper (cut strips to fit in both width and length, allowing a little overhang). Place one brownie rectangle into the bottom of the prepared pan. Top with vanilla ice cream, smoothing down top. Top with one more brownie rectangle. Top with chocolate ice cream, smoothing down top. Top with remaining brownie rectangle, pressing down lightly. Fold parchment overhang over top layer, cover tightly with foil, freeze overnight. To serve, lift from pan using parchment overhang. Slice into 1-inch pieces. Drizzle with dulce de leche, if desired. Store tightly covered in plastic wrap and then foil and freeze for up to 1 month. Learn More: For other recipes and family fun ideas, go to www.dreyers.com or www.edys.com.

(NAPSI)A selftaught entrepreneur who gives back by teaching underprivileged kids his woodworking skills; a group of retirees who work all year on toys for the holidays; a high school class that saves a beloved tree by turning it into a favorite gather-

ing place: They all do good with wood, improving their communities and enjoying the satisfaction that comes with a job well done. If you or someone you know used woodworking and wood finishing to improve the community, Minwax wants to recognize those good works with the Do Good With Wood Award. This award program is open to virtually anyone involved in a wood finishing projectthrough individual effort, DIY groups, craft or hobby groups, school wood shop classes, clubs or guilds. The Grand Prize is $5,000 in cash, a workshop with wood finishing expert Bruce John-

son, and a supply of products valued at $1,000. The Second Prize is $2,000 in cash plus a supply of Minwax products. For more information

on how to enter or to submit your entry online, visit the website at www.minwax.com. Deadline for submissions is December 31, 2013.

The holiday season arrives in Downtown Stroudsburg and begins at our Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Courthouse Square on Friday, November 29, 2013 at 5:30 PM. Organizers of the eventthe Jacob Stroud Corporation, a non-profit dedicated to a vibrant Downtown Stroudsburg have arranged for the delivery of this years donated Christmas Tree, which could not be done without the maintenance provided by Dunkelberger Tree Service and the Borough of Stroudsburg Maintenance Group. Start your holiday shopping early, enjoy live performances, a chance to win free tickets to Radio City Music Hall donated by WSBG and hop on a horse and carriage. We are making spirits bright in Downtown Stroudsburg. On hand that evening will be the staff of Grandpa Petes Bagels, Kitchen Chemistry and Quench who will be serving up delicious hot cocoa, hot apple cider

and other warm treats. To top off the evening, Santa and his elves will be arriving in Courthouse Square to listen to childrens holiday wishes and pose for photos. Following the tree lighting, take a ride on a horse and carriage with Sugar Mountain Horse & Carriages through Downtown Stroudsburg and look at the Christmas decorations. Many downtown shops will be open and happy to assist you in finding that perfect gift for your loved ones. This year we are holding a food drive to support our local food pantries which are in GREAT need of stocking. Please take the time to donate nonperishable, (no glass) foods items and sign up for a chance to win two tickets to Radio City Music Hall for December 15th. Sponsors of The Jacob Stroud Corporation include Adams Outdoor Advertising, A Sound Strategy, Inc., ESSA Bank and Trust, Greater

Pocono Chamber of Commerce, Hospitality Alliances, 93.5 SBG, Local Flair Magazine, Orobo Design, Pocono Record, Sherman Theater and WNEPTV. Downtown Stroudsburg Tree Lighting Celebration is sponsored by the Jacob Stroud Corporation, an organization dedicated to a vibrant Downtown Stroudsburg. Its mission is to improve the downtown image by enhancing its physical appearance...building consensus among organizations and the community...promoting downtown's unique characteristics...and restructuring and diversifying our economic base.

November is Peanut Butter Lovers Month, a time for food lovers to spotlight the creamy, crunchy, protein-packed goodness that is peanut butter. Although most of the 90 percent of US house-

holds with peanut butter in their pantries eat the protein-packed food in the form of a sandwich (or snacking out of a jar), there are hundreds of other ways to use this household staple. To help spread the PB love throughout November and beyond, Southern Peanut Growers is suggesting five delicious ways to celebrate National Peanut Butter Lovers Month, found in this helpful infographic and here:

1. Play Go ahead, play with your food: Make peanut butter play dough. As loved ones of all ages come together for the holidays, think about making peanut butter play dough for the younger members of the family. 2. Bake With its rich and creamy texture, peanut butter is an excellent addition to any indulgent holiday recipe, such as Peanut Butter Breakfast Pudding with MaplePeanut Sauce and Peanut Butter Lovers Pie. Plus, peanut butter is naturally cholesterol free. This indulgent, healthy combo makes the naughty and the nice list. 3. Donate One 2tablespoon serving of peanut butter provides 8 grams of protein, is less than 20 cents per serving and is shelfstable for up to two years. Making a peanut butter donation is a gift

anyone can appreciate. Find a food bank near you. 4. Gift Bake it and box it, then put a bow on it. From classic peanut butter cookies to homemade granola bars, peanut butter is an affordable, nutritious and tasty gift for friends and family. 5. Decorate Peanut butter cookies are the perfect way to dress up the holidays. The only limit is your own creativity. Try cookies in the shape of fall leaves, reindeer or even Santa. Move the holiday decorating outdoors by adding peanut butter and bird seed to pine cones. More recipes and ideas are available at www.peanutbutterlover s.com. Follow Southern Peanut Growers Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest accounts for #PBLove inspiration all month long.

The American Cancer Society marks the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November each year by encouraging smokers to use the date to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advance and quit smoking that day. By quitting even for one day smokers will be taking an important step towards a healthier life one that can lead to reducing cancer risk. Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the US, yet about 43.8 million Americans still smoke cigarettes Nearly 1 in every 5 adults. As of 2010, there were also 13.2 million cigar smokers in the US, and 2.2 million who smoke tobacco in pipes other dangerous and addictive forms of tobacco. Why Quit? The health benefits of quitting start immediately from the moment of smoking cessation. Quitting while you are younger will reduce your health risks more, but quitting at any age can give back years of life that would be lost by continuing to smoke. More Information About Quitting: Quitting is hard, but you can

increase your chances of success with help. The American Cancer Society can tell you about the steps you can take to quit smoking and provide quit-smoking

programs, resources and support that can increase your chances of quitting successfully. To learn about the available tools, call us at 1-800-227-2345.

( N A P S I ) Yo u r energy bills will be less likely to get you hot under the collar if you heed a few hints from the experts at the U.S. Department of Energy. 1. Install and set a programmable thermostat to save up to 10 percent on heating and cooling costs. 2. Use sunlight to your advantage. During the cold months, open your curtains during the day to let the sun shine in. During warmer months, use light-colored window shades or blinds to reflect heat back out. Using natural lighting can also reduce your need for artificial light. 3. Set your water heater to no higher than 120 degrees. Install lowflow showerheads or temperature-sensitive shower valves. 4. Choose energysaving lighting. Compared to traditional incandescent bulbs, compact fluorescent bulbs yield as much as 75 percent energy savings and last six times longer. 5. Get an electronic power strip. Many chargers and other devices consume energy even when not in use. Plug them into the power strip and turn it off. 6. Arrange for annual heating and cooling system maintenance by a qualified technician. 7. Clean the air filters in your heating and cooling system monthly and replace them as needed. Also, clean the vents, vacuum under the refrigerator and keep food

from blocking the airflow. 8. Use Energy Star certified appliances and electronics. They use much less energy and water than standard models. For example, a new Amana dishwasher uses 35 percent less energy and 62 percent less water than older, conventional dishwashers. It has a heated dry function that whisks away moisture, drying dishes thoroughly and saving you time. Its Triple Filter wash system means theres no need to pre-rinse your dishes: The three filters remove food particles so you conserve energy and water and still get dishes clean. Then theres the Amana Side-by-Side Refrigerator. With its large capacity, it uses 30 percent less energy than older models. It also dispenses filtered water and ice so you can save money not buying bottled water. 9. Plant trees that lose their leaves no closer than twice their height south of your house so theyll provide shade in summer but not block sunlight in winter. Other good places for trees are in Tanzania, Brazil and Indonesia, where they help reduce environmental destruction. Thats why, for every major appliance sold in the U.S., Amana will donate the cost of planting a tree. 10. Learn more at www.amana.com/dishw ashers, www.amana. com/refrigerators.

By David Zernhelt This year marks the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy being assassinated in Dallas, Texas. In light of the half century anniversary since President Kennedy's tragic death, I have a special story I wanted to share. In 2003, I established having a pen pal by the name of Kenneth Davidoff, who resides in Lake Worth, Fla. Kenneth is a professional photographer. I had learned through Kenneth that his father Robert Davidoff, was also a professional photographer and was the personal photographer for the Kennedy family for more than five decades. Robert Davidoff was born in New York and grew up in Brooklyn. He studied photography before enlisting in the Navy in World War II. He turned 18 on June 5, 1944, while aboard the light cruiser USS Marblehead, preparing for the D-Day invasion of France. He was awarded a Silver Star for rescuing a wounded sailor from waters off Normandy. He worked as a photographer at a resort in Long Island, N.Y., before answering a newspaper advertisement for a position in Palm Beach, Fla. He had a camera at the ready whenever he was driving around Palm Beach. He had taught all of his sons the photography business. In October of 2004, Robert Davidoff died of pneumonia. For over half a year after his father's death, Kenneth and I hadn't written to each

other. Out of respect for Robert's family, I had distanced myself so that Kenneth and his family could properly grieve their sad loss in peace. In 2005, I started developing a pen pal status between myself, Senator Ted Kennedy (now deceased since 2009) and his son former Congressman of Rhode Island Patrick J. Kennedy. We wrote to each other about once a month for a few years. Many of our letters back and forth to each other discussed Robert Davidoff, President Kennedy, and hardships that befell certain Kennedy family members. Both Senator Kennedy and his son Patrick were aware that I was also corresponding with Dr. Cyril Wecht of Pittsburg, Pa. Wecht is the celebrity pathologist that the Kennedy family hired back in the early 1970's to conduct an examination of certain evidence that was related to the Kennedy assassination. Wecht was the first to discover that President Kennedy's brain was missing along with several autopsy photos and other records. Wecht was even specially interviewed and that interview was put as an extra feature at the end of filmmaker Oliver Stone's 1991 'JFK' film. I have a book that was sent to me by Kenneth Davidoff of a lot of the photos his father Robert had taken of the Kennedy family. It's called, 'The Kennedy Family Album and Kenneth along with his brothers and mother had all autographed it for me. I wasn't around and hadn't been born yet when President Kennedy was assassinated on November 22nd, 1963 and my fascination with President Kennedy came about after I started studying the history about him and his family in 2000. For this year, I want people to remember President Kennedy not because

of how he died, but for the good person he was while he lived. Putting politics aside, we can't change the past, but we can learn from others through their positive methods and ways. In one of my past letters from Senator Kennedy, he mentioned that he loved his brother John and that he thought of him daily. Senator Kennedy expressed that he missed his brother so much to me many times in his letters. We as a society and people may never truly know what really happened in Dallas, Texas to President Kennedy in 1963. If we were meant to know we'd know right now. Maybe the truth will come out some day. Maybe it won't. Whether it does or doesn't, conspiracy theories and different stories that surface on what could or couldn't have happened won't change the circumstances. President Kennedy inspired so many people. He was one our nation's greatest remembered presidents. He really did care about making America a better place for everyone to live side by side with stability, peace and harmony. In 2010, Senator Ted Kennedy's sons Patrick and Ted, Jr. had sent me condolence letters shortly after my parents had died. I was completely devastated after losing my parents. When Ted Kennedy's sons gave me their spiritual support, it helped me overcome some of the darkest times I was going through in my life. I loved my parents with all of my heart and I love our country. No matter what mistakes we've ever made that we've learned from, we all deserve to be treated equally. We live in the best country in the world where more people should always try to come together in both the difficult and best of times. Not just the difficult times alone. Making ourselves prevail

from our talents, skills, and hobbies should always be our set goals in our lives. When we push ourselves to the best of our abilities and efforts, we can succeed through the difficult challenges that life sometimes puts in front of us. We can fully achieve anything we want to when we put our hearts, spirits and minds to it. Robert Davidoff along with his son Kenneth have been great writing talent inspirations to me. So has Senator Ted Kennedy along with his two sons Patrick and Ted, Jr. They all believed in me just like my parents did and they all gave me the extra push that I needed to see things for what they really were. The same goes for my other friend Adrienne King of Oregon. She too means just as much to me. If it weren't for all of them, today I wouldn't be working on my book project titled, 'The Camp Crystal Lake Diaries : An Exploration Into Friday The 13th.' My hopes and dreams are alive and well. So are many other Americans' hopes and dreams. We can never let go of the great spirit within us about President Kennedy. He gave everyone who knew him the confidence, courage, and the wisdom to press forward and achieve progress in their lives. One of President Kennedy's most famous quotes was stated at his 1961 Presidential Inauguration when he said, Ask not what your country can do for you ; Ask what you can do for your country. The words I'd like to also leave people with are the words of what I believe Senator Ted Kennedy might have said if he were still alive today. With that said, Senator Kennedy's message to the our nation would have been this : The work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, and the dream shall never die !! God Bless America.

(NAPSI)Many Americans want to treat family and friends to a holiday meal with a bit of tradition to it. Making that easier is a delicious recipe for roast turkey that harks back to Colonial times. Thanksgiving is about re-creating family traditions, about taking time to be with loved ones and honoring generations-old values, explains Emmy Award winning TV host, cookbook author and culinary historian Chef Walter Staib, City Tavern of Philadelphia proprietor. Its the only truly American holiday centered around savor-

ing our nations culinary heritage. This simple turkey recipe is based on what our forefathers ate at their celebrations. It will taste just as delicious now as it did to our Founding Fathers. Early American Roasted Turkey recipe by Chef Staib Serves 8 to 10 1 (18- to 20-pound) turkey, with giblets Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 medium yellow onion, quartered cup chopped fresh parsley 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme 2 medium shallots,

finely chopped 1 bunch fresh sage, on stem 1 bunch fresh tarragon, on stem 1 Tbsp. olive oil Preheat oven to 325 F. Place oven rack on bottom level. Place wire roasting rack in large roasting pan and spray with vegetable cooking spray. Remove giblets, neck and any visible fat from cavity. Discard liver and fat. Rinse turkey inside and out with cold water; pat dry. Sprinkle turkey cavity with salt and pepper. Place quartered onion inside. In small bowl, combine parsley, thyme, shallots and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Sprinkle with salt and a generous grinding of pepper. Rub herb mixture on meat under the skin on each side of the breastbone. Place fresh sage and tarragon under skin, leaving whole. Tie drumsticks together with kitchen string and twist the wing tips behind the back. Place turkey, breast side up, in prepared roasting pan. Roast for about 2 hours, until breast is browned. Cover with foil and roast for 3 to 4 hours, basting the turkey every 15

minutes with its own juices. Roast until a meat thermometer inserted in a thigh muscle registers 180185 F. Turkey is delicate by naturethe sharper the knife, the cleaner the cut and the nicer the presentation, says Staib. Thankfully, we dont have to rely on the 18thcentury grinding stone to create sharp knives. EdgeCraft makes holiday entertaining a little easier with ChefsChoice sharpeners. Chefs Choice Turkey - Carving Tips: Step 1: Be sure to use a good, sharp knife. Sharp knives are not only safer, they will help you smoothly cut thin, even slices without shredding the meat. Fortunately, you dont have to be an expert to put a razor-sharp edge on your knife. ChefsChoice M130 professionally sharpens, steels and strops all brands and types of knives. Precision guides eliminate guesswork for sharp, durable edges. For help finding a sharpener thats right for you, call (800) 342-3255 or visit www.chefs choice.com. Step 2: After the turkey is cooked (meat thermometer should read 180185 F when inserted in the thickest part of the turkey), cool the bird for 15 minutes. Cooling makes the meat firmer and easier to slice. Remove and set aside the turkey legs and the last joint of each wing. Make a long, deep (to the bone) horizontal base cut into the breast just above the wing. Step 3: Slice down vertically through the breast until you meet the original base cut. This will release perfect, even slices. Following these preparation and carving tips can help make your Thanksgiving a meal to remember and one that our countrys founders would have enjoyed!

Classic Pecan Pie 1 cup Karo Light OR Dark Corn Syrup 3 eggs 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 teaspoon Spice Islands Pure Vanilla Extract 1 cups (6 ounces) pecans 1 (9-inch) unbaked or frozen* deep-dish pie crust Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix corn syrup, eggs, sugar, butter and vanilla using a spoon. Stir in pecans. Pour filling into pie crust. Bake on center rack of oven for 60 to 70 minutes. Cool for 2 hours on wire rack before serving. *To use prepared frozen pie crust: Place cookie sheet in oven and preheat oven as directed. Pour filling into frozen crust and bake on preheated cookie sheet. Recipe Note: Pie is done when center reaches 200 F. Tap center surface of pie lightlyit should spring back when done. For easy cleanup, spray pie pan with cooking spray before

(NAPSI)Time spent sharing a traditional holiday treat with family and friends can be a wonderful way to sweeten your day. Here, for Thanksgiving, is a Classic Pecan Pie recipe created by the trusted experts at Karo Syrups Test Kitchen. Plus, for a definite crowd-pleaser at any family gathering, try this Creamy Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip, delicious and easy to serve with kettle chips, snack crackers or fresh vegetables. For more seasonal recipes and tips, visit www.KaroSyrup.com or Facebook.com/KaroSyr up.

placing pie crust in pan. If pie crust is overbrowning, cover edges with foil. Creamy Carmelized Onion and Bacon Dip 8 ounces bacon (6 to 8 strips) 2 tablespoons butter 1 medium-sweet onion, chopped 1 medium red onion, chopped 2 tablespoons Karo Dark Corn Syrup 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 cup sour cream 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened cup diced green onions Crumbled bacon and green onions (optional garnish) Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon to paper towellined plate to cool; crumble. Remove all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease from skillet. Add butter to skillet with bacon grease. Stir in sweet and red onions and cook over medium heat until soft (about 5 minutes), stirring frequently. Stir in 1 tablespoon corn syrup. Continue to cook for 10 to 15 minutes until onions are caramelized. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon corn syrup, vinegar and crumbled bacon. Mix well and remove from heat. If needed, drain any excess grease. Let mixture cool for 20 minutes. Beat sour cream and cream cheese in a bowl with hand mixer until well blended and creamy. Stir in green onions. Stir in caramelized onion and bacon mixture and mix well. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve. Garnish with additional bacon and green onions, if desired. Recipe Note: While dark corn syrup is preferred, light corn syrup may be substituted if desired.