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Lehigh Valley
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August/September 2016
The Second Annual Lehigh
Valley Polo for Equi-librium
GUM RECESSION
Gingival recession or receding
gums refers to the progressive
loss of gum tissue around teeth
which, if left untreated, can
result in tooth root exposure.
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Publisher’s Note
Lehigh Valley Autumn Days Are Here Again
Dear Readers,
Publishers
Now that its the end of summer we have some great events to kick off the fall...
Celeste Kline
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Our cover story presents the second annual benefit Polo Match to support horse related
therapies for individuals with special needs. Read about this great organization and how
you can participate in this great cause on pages 22-23.
Design/Editorial
Claire C. O’Neill
LINDA HUNSICKER
Web Design
While your out and about in the Lehigh Valley check out the exhibits and events at the Sigal
Museum, Historic Bethlehem and the Allentown Art Museum as well as the shows at the
State Theater, Civic theaters and Miller Hall.
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There is something for everyone in the Lehigh Valley. Musikfest will celebrate its 33 year in
Bethlehem with a 5 day all-star line up, and you won’t want to miss the Riverside Festival of
the Arts celebrating its 20th year in Easton.
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POLO: The Sport of Kings
Sunday, September 18, 2016
The Second Annual Lehigh Valley Polo for Equi-librium
On Sunday, September 18, the sport of kings, polo, will be played for a
second time here in the Lehigh Valley. The Second Annual Lehigh Valley Polo
for Equi-librium, a benefit to be played at Braden Airpark in Forks Township,
which last year pitted the 4Winds Concrete team against the team sponsored
by Air Products, and the biggest winner will be the participants and families
who make a once, or twice, weekly trip to northern Nazareth to receive
therapy, either on horseback or working in horse-related activities.
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Contents
Medical
Finance
Taking Charge of Your Fertility.............................................4
Surviving Widowhood:
Smart Coping Strategies .................................................... 13
A Virtuous Woman - Easton Hospital..................................5
Women and Depression: The Facts....................................6
Dental Care
Gum Recession...........................................................................7
Health & Wellness
Don’t Know Which Diet Plan Would be Best?
Look No Further.........................................................................8
Transform Your Body and Your Health Lose 20 to 40 Pounds or More in Just 40 Days!...............9
RxCut Offers Significant Savings.......................................... 10
Melasma and Hyperpigmentation................................... 11
Legal
Thinking About Starting Your Own Business
or Expanding Your Existing Workforce?
The Top Three Employment Laws You Need
To Know To Take The Next Step......................................... 12
Myth-busting the Adjustable Rate Mortgage.............. 14
Business
Working Dog Press................................................................. 15
Boutique To Go........................................................................ 15
La Petite Provence.................................................................. 15
Don’t Update or Repair Your Home to Sell!................... 16
5 Signs That You Need an Academic Editor.................. 17
Creativity That Works - You Never Get a Second
Chance to Make a First Impression. ................................ 20
Women of Lehigh County
Women in Profile..............................................................18-19
Community
Do Not Read This Article! Riverside Festival of the
Arts Celebrates its 20th Year .............................................. 25
MUSIKFEST RETURNS to Bethlehem for
33rd Year This Month............................................................ 26
Art & education
Allentown Museum............................................................... 27
Sigal Museum.......................................................................... 28
Miller Hall ................................................................................. 29
State Theatre............................................................................ 30
Civic Theatre ............................................................................ 31
Fine dining
Beat the Heat with these Summertime Drinks............ 32
The Shoppe at Hotel Bethlehem ..................................... 33
Historic Bethlehem Museum and Sites.......................... 21
Edge Restaurant...................................................................... 34
POLO: the sport of Kings The Second Annual Lehigh Valley
Polo for Equi-librium ......................................................22-23
Fine Art and Photography
Walk to END Alzheimer’s...................................................... 24
Night Falcon............................................................................. 36
The Moment Photographer ............................................... 35
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Medical
Taking Charge of
YOUR FERTILITY
BY WENDY J. SCHILLINGS, MD, FACOG & JUANITA KANESS, CRNP
INTRODUCTION
How long should couples attempt pregnancy before seeking
help from a fertility expert? An infertility evaluation is usually
indicated after one year of regular unprotected intercourse
in women under 35 years of age and after six months of
unprotected intercourse in women 35 years of age or older.
However, the evaluation may be started sooner in women with
irregular menstrual cycles or known risk factors for infertility,
such as endometriosis, a history of pelvic inflammatory
disease, or reproductive tract disorders. The main components
of the workup assist in determining any underlying causes
of infertility in couples attempting pregnancy. Testing is done to evaluate ovulation and
ovarian function, tubal and uterine anatomy, and possible male factor issues.
Basic Infertility Workup
History and Physical Examination
Before testing, a thorough history and physical examination is performed. Couples are
asked questions about their medical and surgical history as well as lifestyle questions.
Females are asked questions about their gynecological and obstetric history. It is important
for couples to provide as much detail as possible. A review of previous medical records from
other doctors can provide additional important information.
Ultrasound Evaluation
A vaginal ultrasound is an important tool used to help identify any abnormalities of the
uterus, fallopian tubes and/or ovaries. It also assesses a woman’s fertility potential by
counting immature follicles on the ovaries-also called basal antral follicle count.
Hormone Studies
Hormonal studies help identify hormonal imbalances that may impair fertility along with
assessment of ovarian function. Ovarian function testing assesses a woman’s remaining
egg supply through a simple blood test. Testing is done around day three of a women’s
menstrual cycle. Hormone levels of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone
(LH), estrogen, progesterone and antimullerian hormone are assessed at this time.
ADDITIONAL TESTING
Assessment of Uterine Cavity
A more extensive evaluation of the uterine cavity may be indicated for women with suspected
uterine fibroids, uterine polyps or scar tissue as well as women undergoing an In Vitro
Fertilization (IVF) treatment cycle. There are two procedures that are commonly performed to
better assess the uterine cavity: saline infused sonography (SIS) and hysteroscopy.
Saline Sonography (SIS)
An SIS is usually done in a doctor’s office. During the procedure sterile saline is infused into the
uterine cavity under ultrasound guidance. Some ultrasounds are able to capture 3 dimensional
images (3D) of the cavity.
Hysteroscopy
A hysteroscopy is an outpatient surgical procedure. While the woman is asleep, a small camera
is placed inside the uterine cavity. The doctor is able to visualize the cavity, take pictures and
remove any fibroids, polyps or scar tissue that are found.
Laparoscopy
A laparoscopy is a surgical procedure to look inside the abdomen and assess the uterus, fallopian
tubes and ovaries. A laparoscopy may be indicated for patients who are suspected of having
pelvic scarring or endometriosis. This is an outpatient procedure that is usually done in a
hospital operating room.
Once testing is complete an individualized treatment plan is made based on the test results.
Efficient and thorough testing is key to helping couples achieve the ultimate goal of a healthy
baby. Additional information can be found at www.acog.org/~/media/For Patients/faq136.ashx.
Assessment of Adequate Ovulation
Blood work is usually done to verify ovulation around day 21 of a woman’s menstrual cycle.
About 25% of all infertility is caused by some type of ovulation problem. The most common
ovulatory disorder in women is polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Most ovulation
abnormalities can be treated with medication that can help a women ovulate.
Additional Blood Tests
Thyroid stimulating hormone and prolactin hormone levels are commonly checked to rule
out subtle abnormalities that may affect fertility, treatment and/or pregnancy. The most
common are overproduction of prolactin and underproduction of thyroid hormones. Other
blood tests that may be done include testing for infectious diseases, anemia, and immunity
to chicken pox and rubella.
Hysterosalpingogram (HSG)
The HSG assesses the shape of the uterus, the inside of the uterine cavity and determines
if the fallopian tubes are open. The HSG is usually scheduled between days 6 and 10 of the
menstrual cycle - after bleeding and before ovulation. A dye is instilled into the uterine
cavity while pictures are taken. This test is usually done in a radiology department. It is
estimated that about 25-30 percent of female infertility is caused by a problem with the
fallopian tubes.
Semen Analysis
It is estimated that about 1/3 of infertility is caused by male factor or abnormal sperm. A
semen analysis is obtained to determine sperm count (total number of sperm), motility
(percent of moving sperm), and morphology (percent of normal shaped sperm). In
addition, testing for the presence of antisperm antibodies is recommended. The semen
analysis results help determine the best treatment options for a couple.
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Medical
A Virtuous Woman
BY RAJEN OZA, MD, Oncology/Hemotology
Janicca Covington isn’t your typical
sales consultant. Maybe it is her relaxing
demeanor. Maybe it is her career in social
work. Maybe it is her focus on motherhood.
“I was looking for a fun outlet after the birth
of my little girl,” says Janicca. She and her
husband have lived in the Lehigh Valley
for nearly a decade and welcomed their
daughter two years ago.
The fun she was looking for was in the bag. She became a consultant
for Thirty-One, a bag and gift company designed to empower women.
“The name comes from Proverbs 31, which describes a woman who is
self-sufficient, capable and hard working,” she says. “Selling bags was a
way to do something for me.” Little did she know that her hobby would
impact so many.
DOING FOR OTHERS
So Janicca got to work. She used social media to share the story about
Idellle. Each bag sold would go directly to chemotherapy patients
at Easton Hospital. Many people sponsored bags, buying ones that
might brighten a patient on a cancer journey. Others bought a bag in
memory of loved one who died of cancer. More bought bags in honor
of Idellle.
Janicca used the commission she earned to buy items to fill each
bag. “Just little stuff, like tissues, gum, blankets, puzzles, butterscotch
candies… things that would make people feel better,” she says. In
short order, Janicca had 19 bags stuffed to the seams.
SEEING THE IMPACT
Janicca and Idellle brought the bags to the hospital to much fanfare.
“The staff at the hospital were in tears,” Janicca says. “It made me
feel so good. The staff embraced Idellle, were in awe of the bags and
pleased to meet me.”
Soon Janicca was living the mission at Thirty-One by giving as much as
she was getting. It started with giving bags to the families of premature
infants born at a local hospital. Then it was helping patients with cancer.
Hearing the excitement, a patient on treatment stepped out of a
room, looked the bags and picked one to keep. “It was so wonderful
to see the impact,” Janicca says.
Idellle Bullett sang in Janicca’s church choir. When Janicca learned of
Idellle’s cancer journey, she wanted to honor her with a fund-raiser.
She didn’t know what to expect when she began this endeavor. While
Janicca’s been pleased by her own entrepreneurial spirit, the true
reward is the good spirit her business has passed along to others in
need.
“Ms. Idellle is a patient here at Easton Hospital, so I gave the cancer
center a call,” says Janicca. “They were very receptive.”
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Medical
Women and Depression:
The Facts
BY PAUL K. GROSS, MD
E
veryone experiences disappointment or sadness
in life. But when the “down” times last a long
time or interfere with your ability to function,
you may be suffering from depression. Major
depression affects your mood, mind, body
and behavior. Nearly 15 million Americans — one
in 10 adults — experience depression each year,
and about two-thirds don’t get the help they need!
Women experience twice the rate of depression as
men, regardless of race or ethnic background. An
estimated one in eight women will contend with a
major depression in their lifetime. Many factors unique
to women’s lives play a role in developing depression,
including genetic and biological, reproductive,
hormonal, abuse and oppression, interpersonal, and certain psychological and
personality characteristics. Depression occurs most frequently in women ages 2544, and peaks in childbearing years.
SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION
•
Little interest or pleasure in doing things
•
Feeling down, depressed or hopeless
•
Trouble falling or staying asleep or sleeping too much
•
Feeling tired or having little energy
•
Poor appetite or overeating
•
Feeling bad about yourself, that you are a failure or have let yourself or your
family down
•
Trouble concentrating on things, such as reading the newspaper or watching
television
•
Moving or speaking so slowly that other people could have noticed, or the
opposite in that you are so fidgety or restless that you have been moving
around a lot more than usual
•
Thoughts that you would be better off dead or of hurting yourself
WOMEN ARE MORE LIKELY TO REPORT THESE SYMPTOMS
•
Anxiety
•
Somatization (the physical expression of mental distress)
•
Increase in weight and appetite
•
Oversleeping
•
Outwardly expressed anger and hostility
Depression is a painful and serious condition, but there are many treatment
options available, including Transcranial Magnetic Therapy (TMS), a safe, painless
treatment for depression and certain other conditions without the use of
medications. TMS uses brief MRI-strength magnetic pulses to stimulate the parts
of the brain associated with the symptoms of the illness. Unlike medications, TMS
does not cause side effects such as weight gain or sexual dysfunction. TMS can be
effective even if you have failed to respond to anti depressant medications. Unlike
other treatments, TMS does not cause cognitive side effects or memory problems.
No anesthesia or sedation is used, so you can drive yourself to and from treatment
and even go back to work or school right after a treatment. There is no need to
disrupt your usual routine. A typical course of TMS Therapy lasts 4 to 6 weeks.
Treatments are given daily, Monday through Friday. Each treatment session lasts
about 40 minutes.
If you feel that depression has taken over your life please contact us at TMS Center
of the Lehigh Valley. We can help!
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The TMS team: Alisson Stauffer, Cortney Gillen, and Dr. Paul K. Gross
TMS CASE STUDY OF A 51-YEAR-OLD SINGLE WOMAN
Patient Description
• 51-year-old single woman
• Suffers from recurrent Major Depressive Disorder
• Continues to work as human resource manager despite depression
• Symptoms include anhedonia, interpersonal withdrawal, excessive
sleeping, hopelessness, poor concentration and decrease in work
performance
Depression Treatment History
• Current episode was approximately five years in duration
• Treated with multiple medications: Lexapro, Effexor, Wellbutrin and Abilify
• Treated with psychotherapy
Treatment in Current Episode
• Patient had discontinued all medications because they failed to relieve
depressive symptoms or caused side effects
• Also treated with psychotherapy
TMS Therapy Treatment Course and Results
• Treated acutely with 30 TMS treatments
• QID-SR scale decreased from 18 to 5
• Patient noticed positive changes within two weeks of treatment
• Patient has experienced a renewed quality of life, her energy level has
returned to normal and her sleep has normalized
• Currently taking Cymbalta 120mg to prevent reoccurrence
• She has remained in remission for 5 months. She is no longer disabled by
her depression and she is able to enjoy life again.
“For the first time in twenty years I am at peace and content.
I have hopes and dreams again!“
~ Patient Quote
610.820.0700
401 North 17th Street, Suite 304
Allentown, PA 18104
www.tmslv.com
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Dental Care
Gum Recession
BY DR. CHRISTINA M. LAWRENCE
Gingival recession or receding gums refers to the progressive
loss of gum tissue around teeth which, if left untreated, can
result in tooth root exposure. Gum recession can be difficult
to self diagnose in its early stages because the changes
often occur gradually without symptoms. Regular dental
examinations can assess the risk factors of recession and help
to prevent it.
Gum recession is a widespread problem that dentists
diagnose and see on a daily basis. It is important to
thoroughly examine the affected areas to make an accurate
diagnosis of the actual underlying problem or condition
causing the recession. Once the cause of gum recession has been determined, surgical
or non-surgical procedures can be performed to halt the progress of the recession and
prevent it from occurring in the future.
The most common causes of gingival recession are
1. Position of tooth or teeth in dental arch. Because gum tissue is supported by the
bone surrounding teeth, the position of the tooth in the dental arch determines the
position of the gum tissue. If a tooth and the root are in a prominent position, the
gum tissue is thin overlaying the tooth or root and unable to withstand the forces
applied during chewing or proper tooth brushing. Teeth can be positioned in close
position to muscles which allow lips to pucker. If the attachment of the muscle
in close to the margin of where gums tissue meets a tooth recession may occur
because of the constant muscle movement of the lips. Teeth can be positioned
either by nature or orthodontic treatment.
2. Trauma. Brushing with too much pressure or too frequently can result in a chronic
excessive force on the gum tissue and cause it to “wear away.” Use of a hard bristled
toothbrush can cause excessive force also. A person must brush with a soft bristle
toothbrush only. Hold the toothbrush with a soft hand and brush the teeth in
small, circular motion which follows the scalloped anatomy of the gum tissue. Ill
fitting prosthetics to replace missing teeth, such as partial dentures, can cause gum
recession by exerting pressure on the gum tissue causing tissue death or necrosis
and subsequent recession.
3. Chewing tobacco. Any kind of tobacco use has devastating effects on the entire
oral cavity. Chewing tobacco, in particular, aggravates the gingival lining of the
mouth and causes gum recession from chemical trauma.
4. Periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is the loss of supporting bone
surrounding teeth as a direct result of a chronic bacterial infection of the gum tissue.
Since the gum tissue is supported by the jaw bones which house the teeth, if the
bone is disappearing or becoming thinner than the gum tissue will recede with the
bone. Periodontal disease can have symptoms that include gum inflammation,
bleeding while brushing or bad breath.
Gum recession can lead to sensitive teeth. The cementum (root surface) becomes
exposed and the pores which are present in the cementum become more susceptible to
stimuli such as cold, hot or sweets. Sensitivity resulting from root exposure usually can
be lessened or eliminated with the use of toothpaste specific for sensitive teeth. If the
gum recession is sufficient the root surface is visible during normal smiling or speaking,
this can lead to a “toothy” smile with dark spaces visible between very long appearing
teeth.
Every case of gum recession is slightly different and therefore many treatments are
available. The nature of the problem which caused the recession needs to be addressed
before any treatment can be recommended.
If overly aggressive brushing techniques are eroding the gums, a softer toothbrush and/
or a gentler brushing technique should be used. If poor oral hygiene is a problem, a
prophylaxis (dental cleaning) may be recommended to rid the gum pockets of debris
and bacterial. If the case of severe tartar buildup or bone loss surrounding the teeth,
scaling and root planning will be performed to heal the gingival inflammation and clean
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the teeth and root surfaces.
If tooth position is the cause
of the gingival recession,
orthodontic treatment or
minor tooth movement
can reposition the root
eliminating further gum
recession.
Once the cause of the
gingival recession has
been addressed, surgery or
cosmetic procedures can be
recommended to improve
the esthetics of the teeth
and gums.
Your mouth is important
to your overall health. It is
also the most useful part
of your body: it is used to eat, it is used to speak and it is used to breathe. You have a
lifelong need for ideal dental health. We are passionate about your health and take pride
in providing only the best care. Please visit cmlawrencedmd.com for more information
and to learn about my dental office. Come meet my staff and me and let us check out
your smile.
Dr. Christina M. Lawrence
Personalized Dental Care
for You and Your Family
Preventive Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Cerec Single Visit Crowns
Implants
Invisalign
Periodontal Treatment
Root Canals
Credit Cards and Financing Available
Dr. Christina M. Lawrence
4132 W. Tilghman Street
Allentown, PA 18104
610-395-4400
www.cmlawrencedmd.com
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Health & Wellness
Don’t Know Which Diet Plan Would be Best?
Look No Further
Y
BY ERIN E. KLINE, MS. RD. CSO, LDN
ou may have heard on the news lately that U.S. News and World
Report evaluated common diets with the help of experts in the
field and ranked them. They ranked them based on their ease, their
nutrition, and their safety and effectiveness for weight loss, heart
disease, and diabetes. For this article I am going to highlight the top 5
for you. They are as follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
DASH diet
TLC diet
Mayo Clinic Diet
Mediterranean Diet
Weight Watchers
As you can see, the Mayo Clinic Diet, Mediterranean Diet and Weight Watchers Diet
ti ed for the third best diet. Based on their guidelines, hopefully you will be able to
choose one that is right for you!
DASH: DIETARY APPROACHES TO STOP HYPERTENSION
This diet was developed by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to
prevent or lower high blood pressure. The diet has a strong emphasis on fruits,
vegetables, whole grains, fish, poultry, beans, seeds, and nuts. You will be eating
lesser amounts of sweets, added sugars, sugary beverages, and red meats. Thus, it
is lower in saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol.
The DASH plan provides a chart where you can estimate your daily calorie needs
based on your activity level and age. After determining your calorie needs, you can
then determine how many servings of each food group you will be allowed to eat.
The DASH diet is fairly easy to stick with long term, as it does not involve
elimination of any certain food groups. See more at http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/
health/public/heart/hbp/dash/dash_brief.pdf.
TLC: THERAPEUTIC LIFESTYLE CHANGES
The TLC diet was developed by the National Institutes of Health’s National
Cholesterol Education Program. Its aim is to lower cholesterol. On this diet you
will be limiting saturated fats and trans fats, so less fatty meat, poultry skin, bacon,
sausage, whole milk, cream, butter, packaged foods, and fried foods. You will also
need to limit your cholesterol intake to less than 200mg per day. Plenty of fruits,
vegetables, whole grains, and beans will get you the fiber that you need on the
TLC diet. To follow this diet well, you will need to be good at reading nutrition fact
labels.
MAYO CLINIC DIET
This diet was developed by the Mayo Clinic and is aimed to help individuals lose
weight. There are two parts to the Mayo Clinic Diet: (1) Lose It and (2) Live It. The
Lose It phase lasts for two weeks and focuses on habits. You will learn which good
habits to add to your life and which bad ones you will need to eliminate. In the Live
It phase you will learn how many calories to consume and what to eat to get those
calories. The goal is to develop a healthy eating pattern for the remainder of your
life. Once you make it past the Lose It phase, you will be more likely to stick with it,
as that two-week phase can be difficult. There is a Mayo Clinic Diet Book that you
can purchase to help you along.
MEDITERRANEAN
DIET
The Mediterranean Diet is a balanced
diet. It is based on the idea that
individuals that live along the
Mediterranean Sea live longer and
suffer less from cardiovascular
disease and cancer than Americans.
All countries bordering the
Mediterranean do have different
diets but share a common basis.
This diet has an emphasis on fruits,
vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts,
legumes, and olive oil. You should
consume seafood and fish at least
twice per week. Consume poultry,
eggs, and cheese in moderation.
Limit red meats and sweets to
special occasions. A Mediterranean
Food Pyramid was also developed.
You can find it at
http://oldwayspt.org/resources/
heritage-pyramids/mediterraneandiet-pyramid. This diet has been shown
to have long-term success.
WEIGHT WATCHERS
Many of our readers are probably familiar with the Weight Watchers Program.
Weight Watchers promotes a balanced diet and works off of their Points Plus
system. Nutritious foods cost less than empty calorie foods. You are allotted so
many points per day based on your gender, weight, height, and age. On this
plan you are allowed to eat three meals per day plus at least two snacks. You can
also attend weekly meetings, which is said to increase weight loss as it increases
compliance. You can choose to follow on-line if you wish. Meetings and on-line
access do come with a cost. Many individuals that take part in Weight Watchers
stick with it long-term, which says a lot.
Any “diet” can be successful if you make changes that will last your lifetime. The
bottom line to most good diets is to incorporate more fruits, vegetables, whole
grains, and beans while reducing processed foods, red meats, and sweets. They will
come with a cost as the recommended food items do generally cost more money.
But it will be worth it in the end! You can also purchase the fresh items that are on
sale.
It is also important to remember that eating well and physical activity (if cleared
by a physician) go hand in hand when it comes to improving health and losing
weight. So get started and make 2014 a great year!
Erin E. Kline, MS, RD, CSO, LDN, is a registered dietitian. She holds a master’s degree in nutrition from University of North Carolina-Greensboro and a bachelor’s in biology from Binghamton University.
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Health & Wellness
Melasma and Hyperpigmentation
BY JEAN CARUSO
A
pproximately 5-6 million people in America
and 45-50 million people worldwide are
living with melasma. Melasma, sometimes
called chloasma, is a chronic skin disorder
that results in symmetrical, blotchy, brownish
facial pigmentation, most commonly found on the
cheekbone, jawline and central part of the face. It is
more common in women than men and generally
begins between the ages of 20-40 years. Any race
can be affected by melasma, but people with dark
skin (Latin/Hispanic, North African, African American,
Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean descent) are more likely to
have it. It is estimated to affect 8.8% of Hispanic women and about 40% of
Southeast Asian women. People who have a relative with melasma are more
likely to get it, so there is probably a genetic component to it.
WHAT CAUSES MELASMA? Sun exposure is the main cause of melasma and
of chronic hyperpigmentation (dark spots). UVA and UVB rays from the sun
are very stimulating to the skin structures which naturally produce a skin
pigment called melanin, leading to excessive discoloration. It is the body’s way
of protecting the deeper layers of the skin. In fact, melanin actually absorbs
UV radiation! All tans eventually fade, but for people with hyperpigmentation
and melasma, the skin has become dysfunctional and does not dissipate
the pigment normally. For these people, any slight stimulation can trigger
a reaction and cause the body to produce more melanin, resulting in more
discoloration. Pregnancy and hormone treatments are also triggers. Oral
contraceptive pills containing estrogen and/or progesterone, hormone
replacement, intrauterine devices and implants are a factor in about 25% of
affected women. Certain oral antibiotics and cancer therapies may sensitize the
skin to the sun and produce hyperpigmented areas.
Melasma, sometimes called
chloasma, is a chronic skin
disorder that results in
symmetrical, blotchy,
brownish facial
pigmentation,
most commonly
found on the
cheekbone,
jawline and
central part of the face.
HOW IS MELASMA TREATED? Melasma can be very slow to respond to
treatment, especially if it has been present for a long time. Year round sun
protection is a must. Choose a broad spectrum, SPF 30 or higher sunscreen. It
is important to wear sunscreen every day, even on cloudy days. Wear a wide
brimmed hat and seek shade when outside. Choose gentle skin care products
that don’t sting or burn. Products that irritate may worsen hyperpigmentation
by causing inflammation. Avoid waxing any affected areas. For women, limit
estrogen exposure. Clinical treatments may include papain and bromelain
enzyme treatments. These enzymes have advanced exfoliation effects on
the outer layers of the epidermis of the skin, revealing healthier cells below.
Chemical peels exfoliate and stimulate the skin eliminating the buildup of
dead skin cells on the surface, removing the pigmented cells in this layer. Skin
looks brighter and healthier. Microdermabrasion is a non-chemical type of
exfoliation that also removes the outermost layer of the skin, leaving it glowing.
All of these exfoliation methods enhances the penetration of home care skin
lightening products used for melasma and hyperpigmentation. Some of these
products include hydroquinone 2-4%, azelaic acid, kojic acid, and ascorbic acid
(Vitamin C). Treatments are tailored to the individual and take time. This skin
condition is persistent. Dark pigment develops gradually, so resolution will
be gradual. People prone to hyperpigmentation will always be susceptible to
recurrence. Strict sun avoidance combined with clinical treatments and daily
use of skin care products that limit the amount of melanin being produced is
imperative. Your clinician will work with you to develop a customized plan to
help you realize the results you would like to accomplish.
Amati SkinCare Center specializes in facial skin care treatments.
Please call us at 610-228-0292 to schedule a free consultation
for all of your skin care concerns or check out our website at
amatiskincare.com. We look forward to helping you reach your
goal of achieving and maintaining healthy and radiant skin.
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Legal
Thinking About Starting Your Own Business
or Expanding Your Existing Workforce?
The Top Three Employment Laws You Need To Know To Take The Next Step
BY ELLEN C. SCHURDAK AND KEELY JAC COLLINS, KINGSPRY EMPLOYMENT LAW PRACTICE GROUP
Perhaps you are finally ready to
open that bakery you’ve been
dreaming about or maybe an
expanded order from your best
customer means you can add a
second shift of skilled help. Whether
you are just opening up shop or
have fifty people on your payroll,
all employers desiring to grow and
sustain a business need to be aware
of various federal and state laws.
Before hiring, it is always best to consult with an attorney. To help you plan, this
article highlights some of the issues that can surface when hiring employees.
Here are the top three employment laws that small business owners should be aware
of:
EMPLOYEE PAY LAWS.
There are federal and state laws which govern how employees are to be paid.
Depending upon an employee’s wages and job duties, an employee may have to be
paid on an hourly basis. If paid hourly, employees must be paid time and a half for
work in which they worked in excess of 40 hours in a work week. This computation,
of how many hours employees worked, can be complicated if the employee is “on
call.” An employer needs to be aware that “on call” in today’s world may mean that
an employee is entitled to overtime wages if he/she responds to emails when not at
work.
Some employees may be paid a salary based upon job responsibilities. These
employees, who are not paid on an hourly basis, are referred to as “exempt
employees.” As an exempt employee, one does not need to work a full day in order
to receive his/her salary. It is important to be aware that the federal government
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has announced, effective December
2016, exempt employees must earn
at least $913 per week. This means
that many employers are going to
have to review their employees’
statuses and determine whether
or not the employees meet the
new threshold.
CONTRACT LAW.
When you decide to
hire employees,
many people
automatically
think that having
a contract is in the employer’s best interest. However, Pennsylvania is an “at-will”
state.” This means that an employer can terminate the employee relationship for
any reason so long as it is not based on an unlawful reason such as discrimination.
Before entering into an employment contract, it is important to review what you, as
an employer, are gaining and whether an employment contract is the best way to
achieve these goals. To avoid losing clients or business good will to an employee
who may later compete with the organization, many businesses ask certain
employees to sign a non-compete agreement. It is important to know, however,
that these agreements are not favored and, thus, highly scrutinized by Pennsylvania
courts. Pennsylvania courts can also re-write these agreements so that they are
shorter in duration or in scope. The law is changing quickly in this area: it is best to
consult with an attorney regarding the drafting of the document.
EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION LAW
When you decide to hire employees, you may want to call an attorney to consult
with you regarding policies that minimize your risk of liability for discrimination.
While employment discrimination laws on the federal level generally apply only to
employers with at least fifteen employees, Pennsylvania employment discrimination
laws apply to employers with at least four employees. Also, many localities have
enacted employment discrimination ordinances that could apply to even smaller
businesses.
To minimize liability exposure for employment discrimination, it is critical to develop,
distribute, and implement policies that address such concerns as what employees
are to do if they feel they are being discriminated against and/or witnesses what
they believe is a discriminatory act. It is also important to have someone within the
organization knowledgeable about accommodations for disabilities. All employees,
particularly managers, must be properly trained on the organization’s employment
discrimination policies.
LET THE LAW WORK FOR YOU, NOT AGAINST YOU.
Employment laws should, when applied properly, balance the concerns of employers
and employees so that employers can prosper in business without neglecting
employees’ interests. A skilled employment attorney can help you navigate the laws
to build a successful business venture that includes maintaining a healthy, productive
work environment.
Ellen C. Schurdak is a partner with the KingSpry law firm, concentrating her practice in the
litigation arena including trust and estates, employment discrimination, commercial transactions
and family law. Her practice is diverse, as she appears before trial courts, appellate courts,
arbitration panels and mediators.
Keely Jac Collins is an attorney with KingSpry, focusing her practice in employment, municipal and
education law.
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Surviving Widowhood:
Smart Coping Strategies
BY LISA STROHM, FOUNDER & CEO, THE ATHENA NETWORK
I lost my first husband, Tom,
when I was 34 and he was 40.
While statistically speaking I was
quite young to have become
widowed, the unfortunate fact is
that widowhood will be a reality
for many women, especially in
our later years. This is because
women tend to outlive men by a
few years, and men tend to marry
younger women. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that 39.9%
of women age 65 and older and 56.9% of women over age
75 are widowed.
Widowhood can profoundly impact women on many
levels – emotionally, practically, and financially. The
promising news is that by employing some coping
strategies, outlined below, you can put yourself in the best
position to survive, and even thrive, after the death of a
spouse.
PRACTICAL COPING STRATEGIES:
•
Ask friends and family members for assistance wherever
possible, especially with the decisions and actions that
must be taken immediately.
•
Hire a competent estate attorney and accountant to
assist with the estate settlement and final tax returns.
•
Evaluate which of the household duties you can
reasonably assume and which you can afford to
delegate.
Financial Impacts. According to a study by New York Life,
“nearly 70% of all women report ‘significant life changes’
after the loss of a spouse, and financial concerns were at the
top of the list.” To make the financial transition easier after
the loss of a spouse, you should take some steps to get your
financial house in order, including:
•
Review all insurance coverage to ensure that you and
your family are adequately protected.
Emotional Impacts. My husband Tom had been ill for some •
time prior to his passing. After he died I was surprised that
at times I felt relieved by his death (because it meant the
•
end of his suffering), which led to accompanying feelings
of guilt. In fact, many women struggle with the range and
unpredictability of emotions they experience after the death
of a spouse. In addition to the feelings I described, many
widows also experience shock, confusion, denial, anxiety,
anger, depression, and loneliness.
Apply to collect any life insurance, pension, veteran’s,
and/or social security survivor benefits.
EMOTIONAL COPING STRATEGIES:
•
Lean on friends and family for emotional support. Seek
the help of a therapist, grief counselor or grief support
group if necessary.
•
Eat well and exercise. Good physical health can support
a healthier emotional state.
•
Avoid making major decisions until your emotions have
stabilized – typically at least 6 months to two years after
your spouse’s passing.
Evaluate your income, expenses, and long-term major
needs such as college expenses, debt payoff, and
lifestyle needs. Then take steps to ensure adequate
income to support your current lifestyle, and a
diversified, sound investment portfolio to support your
long-term needs.
FINANCIAL COPING STRATEGIES:
A competent and trusted financial advisor can be invaluable
to help you sort through and address all of the financial
issues you are facing at this difficult time. A strong note
of caution: While (I believe) the vast majority of financial
advisors to be honest and competent, unscrupulous
“professionals” have been known to prey on widows, taking
advantage of their vulnerability during the grieving process.
Be skeptical and cautious, and rely on your instincts as
well as referrals from friends and family when selecting
professional assistance.
Lisa Strohm is Founder and CEO of The Athena Network, a financial and life management firm providing financial
planning and investment management for women, their spouses and extended families. The firm also researches and vets
other professional services for clients. Lisa earned a B.S. from Bucknell University and an MBA from Cornell University. She
is a CFP® certificant and has passed Level 1 of the CFA exam.
Practical Impacts. The death of a spouse impacts the
surviving spouse’s daily routine and activities. There are
both immediate and ongoing implications in this area.
Immediate. There are some matters that will need to be
dealt with right away, despite the widow’s state of grief and
(often) confusion. You will need to:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Access funds needed to cover final expenses
Make funeral arrangements
Obtain multiple copies of the death certificate
Transfer your spouse’s accounts (including bank
accounts, 401(k) plans, etc.) into your name
Change titles on cars and your home
Begin the process of settling the estate.
Ongoing. Practically speaking, in the long run the surviving
spouse will need to assume responsibility for some of the
duties that were previously shared with or taken care of by
your spouse. Such duties may include:
• Household chores
• Caring for children or elderly parents
• Working outside of the home
• Managing the household finances.
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Mythbusting the
Adjustable Rate Mortgage
BY BRANDPOINT
In pop culture, myths can sometimes be mistaken for truth. Common
ones, like, “don’t swim for a half hour after eating,” or “we only use 10
percent of our brain,” are false even though they’re widely taken for fact.
The adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) earned a bad rap after the 2006
housing crisis. The problem was, before the crisis, many borrowers
were able to qualify for more home than they could actually afford by
using interest-only, No Income Verification or No Ratio ARM products.
When the housing market tanked and many houses lost value, some
homeowners with rising mortgage payments either foreclosed or
walked away from their properties.
Fast forward 10 years to today. The ARM is back to show potential
homebuyers it’s not the villain of the housing market. It’s time to debunk
the myths that give ARMs the “bad guy” reputation it doesn’t deserve.
MYTH:
MYTH:
MYTH:
ARMs are unstable and aren’t a good
option while the Feds are raising rates.
ARMs are only for people who want to be
in a home for a few years.
Rates only rise when you have an ARM.
This myth stems back to the days of the 2008
recession. It’s like saying, “dial-up is the fastest way to
access the Internet,” it’s just not true anymore. All ARM
loans have annual and lifetime caps, so there’s built in
protection. If stability is what you’re concerned with,
consider an ARM with a longer adjustment period. For
example, Navy Federal Credit Union’s 5/5 ARM adjusts
only once over the initial 10-year period.
Not true. ARMs have fixed intro periods that can vary
from one to even 15 years. If you think you’ll own
that home for five or six years, a fixed mortgage rate
may have a higher interest rate over that span. So
why spend the extra money associated for the added
security of a fixed rate?
Interest rates rise and fall in cycles. Even if rates are
increasing now, that doesn’t mean they won’t be
on the downturn when you arrive at your potential
adjustment point. Many ARM mortgage holders
never refinance to a fixed rate because the many ups
and downs of the market happen in-between their
adjustment points. Refinancing is always an option for
those with ARMs. Just remember to calculate closing
costs on your refinance to make sure you’re actually
improving your situation. Research and the guidance
of a trusted lender will be the winning combo for
saving money over the life of your mortgage.
“The potential savings on an ARM, can range from
$10,000 to $20,000, compared to a 30-year, fixed
rate jumbo mortgage,” said Katie Miller, Navy Federal
vice president of Mortgage Lending. “That’s enough
money for a down-payment on a car, or part of your
child’s college tuition.”
Again, it pays to plan for various scenarios based on
how long you plan to own the home.
Interest rates rise and fall in cycles.
Even if rates are increasing now,
that doesn’t mean they won’t be on
the downturn when you arrive at your
potential adjustment point.
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The term “adjustable” gives the misconception ARMs
are unstable. The ARM is very similar to a fixedrate mortgage; both offer a 30-year term with no
prepayment penalty and early payoff options, among
other similarities.
The intro rate period (usually a lower rate) and
potential rate changes (up or down) over the life of
the loan is what makes an ARM unique. Knowing your
cap and what the difference in payments are over
the life of the loan protects you, even if rates are on a
roller coaster. Knowledge is power as an ARM holder.
That “power” helps you make necessary calculations
to figure out a yearly breakeven point should your
interest rate increase and your introductory rate
savings begin to decrease. Check out an ARM vs.
Fixed-rate Mortgage Calculator to see if this type of
mortgage works for you
Like any myth, do your research before accepting it at
face value. If you add up the ARM’s initial savings plus
the cost to refinance, an ARM is hard to beat from a
financial standpoint, and that, is the truth.
*Rates are based on an evaluation of credit history,
so your rate may differ.
**Navy Federal is federally insured by NCUA
Navy Federal is an Equal Housing Lender
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Don’t Update or Repair Your Home to Sell!
There is Hope. There is Another Way.
BY WILLIAM R. CUNNINGHAM,
PRESIDENT OF SERENE REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS, INC.
SERENE REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS SPECIALIZES IN
HELPING HOME OWNERS SELL THEIR PROPERTIES
REGARDLESS OF THE CONDITION THAT IT IS IN!
You don’t have to update, repair, or clean your property before
we purchase it. The typical way of selling your home is to procure
the services of a realtor. Realtors provide a very valuable service
because of their knowledge of real estate and corresponding laws.
My wife is a licensed realtor in Pennsylvania so I know firsthand
the amount of study and knowledge required. A realtor may advise you on what to do for
your home to attract the highest offers. You may be advised to paint, make certain repairs,
update a kitchen, etc., and all of it requires your time and money that you may not want
to spend. In addition to that you will be required to pay a commission to the realtor, which
further decreases the amount of money you’ll end up with at the end of the day so to
speak.
What if you know that your home needs repairs and updating and you can’t or do not want
to spend the time and money to update and repair it? What if you want to sell the house
quickly and move on with your life? Serene Real Estate Solutions (SereneRES) can buy
your house AS IS, i.e., in its current condition. You don’t have to repair anything, update
anything, or clean anything and there is no realtor or closing fees that you have to pay.
We will even pay the closing costs and we can close quickly. We can provide a solution
for those in various types of real estate distress such as foreclosures, divorce settlements,
inheritance, fed up landlords, and more. The process is very easy and much less stressful
than having to spend all the time and money to make repairs, upgrade the kitchen and/or
bathrooms, fix the deck, fix the roof, etc., with money you may not have.
SereneRES will work with the home owner to develop a solution for the real estate
distress. We can refer you to a very competent realtor that can help sell your house if
the conventional approach is more appropriate. We will work with you and calculate
an offer for your house based on the market value of houses in the neighborhood and
what it would take us to get the house into market condition. For example, if the kitchen
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wouldn’t have to spend the money to make those repairs. All of that effort will be taken
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SereneRES is passionate about helping people. We understand that sometimes life
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5 Signs That You Need an
Academic Editor
BY NIKKI CORBETT
Oftentimes, we find that students seek the assistance of an academic editor days before
deadline. Typically, they’re finishing at the last minute, not leaving time for a professional
review, and handing less-than-stellar papers to their professors.
Here are some signs that you need a professional editor’s help. Plan to send your paper
to an editor three weeks before deadline, so they have ample time to review and you
have time to make final changes.
1. YOU’RE STRUGGLING TO MEET YOUR DEADLINE.
Sometimes, despite our best estimates, we run out of time. A good academic editor
can help you regain control of your project by completing the final stage of manuscript
preparation. Proofreading a long manuscript like a thesis or dissertation can take dozens
of hours, and trying to squeeze that kind of time out of your schedule at the end of the
semester can be a challenge. After years of investing in your graduate education, this
is not a process you want to rush. An experienced academic editor will have the time
set aside to proofread your paper, allowing you to take care of the other tasks on your
agenda. Relax, hand off your paper, and trust that it’s in good hands.
2. YOUR LAST ENGLISH CLASS WAS WAY BACK WHEN.
Whether English 101 was seven years ago or twenty seven, if you’re out of practice you
could miss grammatical errors. Learning all of the ins and outs of grammar takes years of
study and experience — take advantage of an academic editor’s expertise. Don’t know
when to use a semicolon or how to create parallel structure? That’s okay. This is what
editors do.
Your academic editor has style covered too, and can format those pages, citations, and
tables correctly. Whether you’re working with MLA, APA, Turabian, or ACS, they’ve got
current style guides handy. Your academic editor can whip your paper into shape to
meet the style and formatting requirements of your program.
3. YOUR PEERS OR ADVISORS COMMENT ON YOUR
WRITING RATHER THAN THE SUBSTANCE OF YOUR PAPER.
Have you received feedback that focuses more on your writing than your thoughts and
ideas? That’s a sure sign that you need help from an academic editor. Academic papers
are the main expression of your research, and grammatical errors and typos will get in
the way of what you’re trying to say. Readers who stumble through sentences can get
distracted, and some programs will require you to resubmit the paper if there are too
many errors. Don’t take any chances with such an important document.
Academic editors will read each sentence, checking for spelling, grammar, mechanics,
and overall flow. They will format your paper properly, making sure that the entire paper
reads smoothly. Plus your editor can dig deeper than proofreading and help with more
substantial edits, too, if that type of help is needed.
4. YOU NEED TO FOCUS ON TEACHING
AND RESEARCH RESPONSIBILITIES.
We know that in addition to your own research, you may be teaching or assisting
with other projects in your department. Shifting your attention in and out of writing
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The juggling act can reach a crescendo toward the end of the semester, and hiring an
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5. YOU’VE FINISHED WRITING AND POLISHING,
BUT IT NEEDS AN EXTRA REVIEW BY A FRESH PAIR OF EYES.
Few people will be able to catch every single error. If you’ve put everything you’ve got
into your dissertation or thesis paper, and you still feel like you’ve missed something,
then let an academic editor take a look. Your editor will read through the paper multiple
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Regardless of your situation, investment in an academic editor is a wise decision. You
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ELLEN C. SCHURDAK
Ellen C. Schurdak is a partner with the KingSpry law
firm, concentrating her practice in the litigation arena
including trust and estates, employment discrimination,
commercial transactions and family law. Her practice
is diverse, as she appears before trial courts, appellate
courts, arbitration panels and mediators. Ms. Schurdak
is a former Assistant Public Defender and Assistant
District Attorney in Monroe County. Ms. Schurdak
was also judicially appointed as a Domestic Relations
Advocate for Monroe County. She is a member of the
Mediation Panel for Monroe County and she maintains
a peer-rating of “AV” from Martindale-Hubbell. Ms.
Schurdak has appeared on radio and television discussing child support matters. She has
been featured in the Wall Street Journal for her service in the public interest law forum,
and over the years, has been recognized in the press for her advocacy skills. Ms. Schurdak
earned undergraduate degrees at Fairfield University in Connecticut, where she graduated
summa cum laude, and the London School of Economics. She earned her Juris Doctorate
from the University of Pennsylvania Law School.
MARY ANN CALI, RN, MSN, AOCN
Mary Ann Cali has been the Director of Oncology
Services at Easton Hospital’s Regional Cancer Center
since 1996.
She earned her Master’s Degree in Oncology Nursing
from the University of Pennsylvania in 1989. As an
oncology clinical nurse specialist, Mary Ann has
provided clinical expertise to her patients, families and
staff. Excellence in patient care is her main priority and
the heart of providing quality cancer care.
Cali has also received Manager of the Year awards in
2005 and 2011.
Since starting at the hospital in 1979, Cali has seen
the Oncology program grow and become a state-of-the-art Comprehensive Community
Cancer Center. She has been instrumental in assisting our facility to achieve this level of
accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACoS CoC)
since 1988. Easton Hospital Cancer Center has had an affiliation with Fox Chase Cancer
Center which requires Ms. Cali to be an integral part of communicating and coordinating
ongoing education to assist her staff to continue to provide the highest level of care to
our patients. Ms. Cali is well known in the community through various outreach programs
including organizing screenings, working with the American Cancer Society and Cancer
Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley.
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KEELY JAC COLLINS
Keely Jac Collins is an attorney with KingSpry, focusing
her practice in employment, municipal and education
law. Before joining KingSpry, Collins served as a
judicial law clerk for The Honorable Judge Bradford
H. Charles. She has completed legal internships at the
Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry and
the Public Utility Commission. She has also worked
as a member of the therapeutic support staff for
Pennsylvania Counseling Services and the mental
health support staff for the Milton Hershey School.
Collins is a frequent speaker and author on topics
related to her legal practice. She earned her Juris
Doctorate from Widener Law in Harrisburg, as well as a bachelor’s degree in psychology
from Lebanon Valley College.
DEBRA HUTCHISON
Debra has been involved in training, business
management and showing of horses for over 25
years. She has experience in English, Western and
Dressage riding disciplines and has been instructing
using Centered riding techniques for over 20 years.
She has been involved in therapeutic riding industry
for 12 years and has been a PATH certified instructor
for 10. Debra found herself fascinated by the positive
changes that derive from human/ horse interaction
including physical, mental and emotional changes
which manifests through the movement of the horse
during riding. Debra’s passion for learning and desire
to help others spurred her forward to earn a degree
in Psychology /Sociology as well as Biblical Counseling. The understanding of human
behavior along with understanding of horse behavior helps her identify behavioral
issues and address them using the horse as a tool. She enjoys working with clients
that need help developmentally as well as socially and emotionally. Debra brought
her experience and vision to Equi-librium in July of 2013 and is looking forward to
help develop and grow Equi-librium’s program in order to continue to provide quality
therapeutic horsemanship services to children and adults with special needs.
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WENDA BOYER
CASEY NOBLE
Wenda Boyer is the owner and artist for Braided Love
~ hand-crafted horse hair jewelry using her customers’
or her inventory’s horse tail hair. She has earned the
position as a Juried Member with the Pennsylvania
Guild of Craftsmen, Reading-Berks Chapter. Her designs
have been featured in Equestrian Quarterly, the ‘premier
magazine of equestrian life.‘ Wenda is an alumnae of
Pennsylvania State University with additional studies
at Kutztown University. She currently serves on the
Board of Directors for Equi-librium, a therapeutic
horsemanship organization, and is a member and
former Advisory Board Member for both the Alexis de
Tocqueville and Leonard Pool Societies. Wenda is also a
volunteer for No One Dies Alone, a program at Lehigh
Valley Health Network which provides the presence of a
compassionate volunteer to dying patients who would otherwise be alone, as well as the
Area Coordinator for Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, a non-profit organization that provides
remembrance photography for families suffering the loss of an infant. Wenda enjoys the
joy of horseownership,riding, and showing in the Hunter ring. She lives in Emmaus with
her husband, Geoff, their children, Scott and Julia, and two cats, Ephemera and Ellie.
CHERYL BAKER
Noble is an alumnus of Lehigh University, where she
received her B.S. in Business and Economics with a
specialization in Real Estate. Noble currently serves on the Board of Directors for Equilibrium- a therapeutic horsemanship non-profit organization, chairs the Developing
Leaders Council of NAIOP- the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, and
coaches ski racing for children at Blue Mountain. Aside from work and volunteering,
Noble is an avid barrel racer and travel enthusiast.
CLAIRE C. O’NEILL
Cheryl Baker is the CEO of Equi-librium, a non-profit
located on an 18-acre horse farm in Nazareth, where
horses give people the opportunity to achieve
balance in body, mind, and spirit. The organization’s
budget grew by nearly $100,000 in her first year, and
new money raised through sponsorships of events
accounted for more than half.
Prior, Cheryl was an account executive with the Walt
Disney Company, acquiring and maintaining clients
through experiential marketing strategies. Her efforts
earned her recognition as a “MillionEAR” seller. Cheryl
has extensive experience in sales, marketing and
communications, management and fundraising with
Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, Tribune Publishing,
The Bach Choir of Bethlehem, EPCO Communications, Macy’s, United Way of the Greater
Lehigh Valley and Moravian College.
A Moravian College graduate, she has taught classes on marketing and corporate
communications as part of The Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley’s Project Blueprint
and internship experiences to Moravian College undergraduates. At the college she
launched the Student Alumni Association.
Cheryl is a member of the Board of Associates for Lehigh Valley Health Network,
Muhlenberg College, and Historic Bethlehem Museums and Sites. She serves on the
boards of Bethlehem’s Morning Star Rotary Club and The Friends of Music. She is active
with the Women’s Leadership Initiative and serves as a music director/organist to
Mountainview Moravian Church in Hellertown.
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Casey Noble does project management with
Liberty Property Trust for the Lehigh Valley, Central
Pennsylvania, and Hagerstown, Maryland markets.
She is responsible for coordinating the acquisition,
development, and construction of industrial speculative
buildings and build-to-suit projects. In addition
to project management, Noble works with the
Development & Construction Department at Liberty’s
Headquarters on company-wide initiatives and projects.
Claire C. O’Neill is the Founder and Creative Director
at CCO Designs, LLC. Claire is a Cherry Hill, NJ-based
graphic designer who specializes in art direction and
branding. She graduated from West Chester University
with a degree in Fine Arts/Visual Communication,
winning the Dean’s Purchase Award for Graphic Design
Excellence.
Upon visiting her portfolio, you’ll be greeted with
numerous awe-inspiring projects that she has created
and directed. Her portfolio contains a diverse and
brilliant blend of brochures, flyers, advertisements,
invitations, newsletters, trade show signage, logos, sell
sheets, magazines, media kits, web design, web banner
ads, and white papers.
She provides a variety of design services to assist in the promotion of many businesses.
She has an extensive client base, which includes; The Case Management Society of
America (CMSA), The National Association of Hispanic Nurses, Consulting Management
Innovators (CMI), Collaborative Marketing Solutions, South Florida Opulence Magazine,
South Shore Ventures, Philadelphia Art Museum, The American Law Institute, and The
Gumnut Group.
Claire is very excited to be the new Art Director for Montgomery County Women’s Journal
and looks forward to using her 20 years of experience to add a fresh new look to this fine
publication.
No project is too large or small. She treats every client with the same creative expertise.
To learn how you can promote your company more effectively and creatively,
contact Claire at CCO Designs, LLC - 856.261.8460 or visit www.ccodesigns.com.
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CCO DESIGNS provides
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CCO Designs is a small graphic design firm located in Cherry Hill, NJ. For more than 20 years,
Claire O’Neill has been continuously working with small businesses, nonprofit organizations,
colleges, universities and individuals. She designs logos, brand identity projects, publications,
financial communications, special event invitations, book covers, magazines, promotional
materials and trade show materials. She has owned and operated CCO Designs since 1996.
Claire’s work can be seen in the materials and messages of businesses like The Case
Management Society of America, The Philadelphia Art Museum, Winerthur Magazine, Dorland
Healthcare Information, The Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Assocations, Alba Communications and
Bon-Ton Interiors, just to name a few.
CCO Designs has collaberated with many clients to produce award-winning design work. Awards include:
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Apex Award recipient for Best Design of a monthly publication.
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Keystone award for Best Overall Design of a monthly magazine supplement.
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Merion Publications Award for Best Overall Design of a monthly publication.
As Claire states, “We love to help small business owners promote their services. CCO Designs can design all your
marketing materials, and when one design firm fulfills all your marketing, you get a consistency of brand and messages
you couldn’t get any other way. Plus it’s much easier to manage when you only work with one design team! Our unique
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overhead, which saves you money compared to larger agencies. In addition, we don’t make recommendations based on
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We create compelling print materials.
Whether you need a corporate identity
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When you’re starting from scratch, we
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And getting down to business is easy
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“Claire is a great team player and extremely professional.
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Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites is a nonprofit organization that shares three centuries of history with the public and preserves 20 historic sites, including two National
Historic Landmarks. Historic Bethlehem is recognized as a National Historic Landmark District, a distinguished honor reserved for areas with historical significance to every
American. Join us for our upcoming programs.
Exhibitions- Creature Companions
Featuring painted pet portraits, pet
photographs from Bethlehem family
albums, and animal-inspired attire and
home décor spanning over 100 years from
the Historic Bethlehem Collections, Creature
Companions explores animals’ roles past and
present in Bethlehem life. The exhibition will
run until October 30, 2016 at the Kemerer
Museum of Decorative Arts.
The Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites
will also host “The Dog Days of Summer,” a
series of events centered on our cherished
companions. Learn to “Paint Your Pet”
on August 28 at the Kemerer Museum.
Participate in pet-themed Kids Club Activities, including creating a no-sew sock creature
during Musikfest. Add a new companion to your home by attending Pet Adoption Days
hosted by Logan’s Heroes Animal Rescue and the Center for Animal Health on August 20, 11
am - 4 pm at the Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts and September 3, 11 am - 4 pm at the
Colonial Industrial Quarter.
Event - Apple Days Down on the Farm
As the air gets crisper, join us for the third
annual Apple Days on Saturday,
September 10 and Sunday,
September 11 from 10
a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Burnside
Plantation.
An apple a day keeps the
doctor away, and so does fun.
Apple Days will have familyfriendly activities, including
kids’ crafts, donkey-drawn
wagon rides, a high-horse
power wheel, and bobbing for apples while listening to live music.
Bring along your appetite for apples. This crunchy fruit makes the perfect
ingredient in desserts, including doughnuts, cider, pies, and dumplings. Bring a
piece of Apple Days home with you by pre-ordering your favorite apple treats to
pick up. Mums also will be available for pre-order as autumnal decorations for
your garden at home. Pre-order your apple treats and mums at HistoricBethlehem.
org/events/apple-days/apple-days-dessert-pre-orders.
At Creature Companions, explore the petite pets of the Elizabeth Johnston Prime Dollhouse
Collection and Prime’s miniature collection of animal scenes.
For a chance to prove your pie is the best around, compete for the best apple pie
in the Lehigh Valley.
The featured artist gallery at Kemerer Museum will present pet-themed works by local artists
Lauren Beauchner and Andrew Frank Baer. A limited number of Beauchner’s custom, original
pet portraits can be commissioned through the Museum Gift Shop.
Enjoy the Burnside Plantation’s 6.5 acres of rolling land as its green leaves turn
a palette of warm colors. After strolling through the charming colonial garden,
tour Burnside’s rustic house and barn for a glimpse into colonial life. Walk through
Burnside’s orchard full of heirloom apples.
The exhibition is included in Pass Into History museum admission. To schedule a tour or for
more information, call 1-800-360-TOUR or visit HistoricBethlehem.org.
Admission to Apple Days is $5 per vehicle.
Site rentals for Luckenbach Mill and Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts
For a truly memorable occasion, consider hosting an event at one of our historic sites. Each site provides a
beautiful backdrop for a special day with a unique ambience that combines the past with the present.
The Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts offers a romantic wedding or engaging company event setting.
The museum’s wide array of art collections will dazzle guests. Portraits and landscapes cover the walls,
complemented by china, antique furniture, and other fascinating artifacts. Each piece holds a part of
Bethlehem’s history that will leave an impression on your guests.
Filled with 275 years of history, the Luckenbach Mill is a great location for an intimate social gathering. Located
in the Colonial Industrial Quarter of historic Bethlehem, the Luckenbach Mill recently has been restored, with
gorgeous exposed wooden beams. The Luckenbach Mill is next to the stunning Miller’s Garden, bursting with
flowers in full bloom, and the Monocacy Creek, which brings an air of relaxation to the historic site.
Add another chapter to Bethlehem’s history by hosting your event with us.
For more information, visit HistoricBethlehem.org
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POLO: The Sport of Kings
Sunday, September 18,
The Second Annual Lehigh Valley Polo for Equi-librium
BY CHERYL BAKER, CEO EQUI-LIBRIUM
“Horses can carry us, entertain us, walk, trot, canter, gallop, turn on a
dime, stop and start quickly, help raise money, win trophies, but the
most amazing thing horses can do is improve the quality of lives.”
– Polly Beste, chairperson emeritus, Equi-librium
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n Sunday, September 18, the sport of kings, polo, will be played for a
second time here in the Lehigh Valley. The Second Annual Lehigh Valley
Polo for Equi-librium, a benefit to be played at Braden Airpark in Forks
Township, will once again pit the 4 Winds Concrete team with last years
pitted, and the biggest winner will be the participants and families who
make a once, or twice, weekly trip to northern Nazareth to receive therapy, either on
horseback or working in horse-related activities.
Equi-librium is one of only seven Premier Accredited Centers for Equine Assisted
Activities and Therapies (EAAT) in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This standard,
set by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, or PATH, means
hope for people with disabilities across the Lehigh Valley and Poconos. Horses are
used as therapy tools through a range of programs offered at their 18+ acre farm
where they have been located since purchasing, and moving into, the 524 Fehr Road
address two years ago.
Equi-librium was founded in 2001 to serve children, youth, and adults with special
needs from Lehigh, Monroe, and Northampton counties. Using the calming,
accepting environment of the farm as a backdrop, about 100 participants a week
come to participate in highly effective programs that help children with autism,
developmental delays, cerebral palsy, at-risk behaviors, and those who require an
experiential learning curriculum, as well as adults affected by Parkinson’s, stroke, MS,
Alzheimers, and more. The organization relies on the strength of a great volunteer
base, but the programs run on horsepower – 15, to be exact. What these horses
provide, six days a week, are therapeutic sessions designed to address the specific
challenges and needs of each and every individual. The great part about it is the
riders don’t look at it as therapy – they see it as fun, and it is uniquely empowering.
The demand for their programs, as well as others like it across the country, has grown
tremendously in the past five years, particularly in the treatment of autism and other
social-emotional and behavioral disorders such as post-traumatic stress syndrome.
Therapeutic riding and driving have proven to be very effective in many cases
where traditional therapies have failed. Learning to ride requires body awareness,
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balance, patience, focus and concentration. The documented physical benefits
include enhanced spinal stimulation; sensory integration; motor, respirator and
postural control; dexterity; coordination; endurance; fitness; and muscle strength
and tone. Riding, driving, and caring for horses produces many essential benefits, like
motivation, problem-solving, decision-making, memory, language skills, self-esteem,
self-expression, and the ability to follow direction. Equi-librium’s horses help with
language development – in fact, some of the first words that some non-verbal kids
with autism speak are the names of their horse or commands to “walk on” or “whoa”.
Under the guidance of our human therapists and volunteers the three-dimensional
movements of the horses improve the ability to execute some pretty essential
activities of life: walking, talking, following directions, and learning. Taking the reins
offers hope, and at the same time, adds a smile to a day. All these elements add to the
quality of a life. Isn’t that what we all strive to do?
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Not just any horse can be part of the Equi-librium stable. These are very special
animals, with just the right disposition and the patience of saints. The horses have
fairly ordinary names like Ben, Skye, Lil’ Bear, Willie, and Opal, but these horses are
anything but ordinary. The “steady Eddie” horses are what
they call “bomb-proof”, and they have to work hard to
compensate for poor muscle tone, lack of balance, and
many different rider positions – sideways, backwards, and
laying across them upside down. When a rider might be
having difficulty, the horses literally don’t bat an eyelash.
They understand, and wait for it to pass. They are great
emotional therapists, because they are nonjudgmental,
have no preconceived expectations or motives, and are
highly effective at mirroring the behaviors and attitudes
of the humans they work alongside. They don’t lecture or
scold!
Given all that the horses bring to the program offerings at
Equi-librium, it’s only natural, and a great extension of that
fact, that they would look to horses to assist with its fund
raising efforts, as well. Although highly effective, EAAT
programs are not covered by insurance. Subsequently,
Equi-librium subsidizes all of its participants by as much as
2/3 of the costs, and depends
on the support of the community,
foundations and grants, and special
event fundraisers to make up the
shortfall in their nearly $500,000
budget. In May, the organization
raised a little more than $20,000 at
its Second Annual Kentucky Derby
party fundraiser. Now, as that effort is
completed for the year, the staff and
board of directors turns its attention
again to polo.
A few years ago, Equi-librium’s Board
Chair at the time, Polly Beste, met with
a group to discuss future plans for our
organization. The group included Mark
Bahnick of Van Cleef Engineering, Mark
Mulligan, of VM Development, and
Scott Garner, who for the last 10 years
has been organizing polo matches on
behalf of the MS Society, PA Keystone
Chapter. Mulligan is an avid polo player, and as the conversation turned to polo he
offered a challenge to Polly: if she could find the location, he would bring the players,
referee, and announcer, and we would have a polo match in the Lehigh Valley to
benefit Equi-librium. More than 2 years passed and possible locations were identified
and subsequently ruled out for one reason or another, but then, Polly noticed Braden
Airpark on Google Maps. She contacted Charles Everett at LNAA, who was more than
happy to allow the game to be played at their facility. LNAA has a long-standing
commitment to the special needs community in the Lehigh Valley. From all the
feedback received after last year’s inaugural match, the 700 attendees, including 27
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sponsor businesses and organizations, enjoyed polo as it was played on a beautiful
fall Sunday.
Equi-librium is now looking forward to presenting it again, to both a larger crowd,
and one more versed in the sport of polo. The announcer
from last year’s match, Paul Geyer, Esq., was both highly
entertaining and informative, and gave everyone in
attendance so much information about the match and
the heritage of polo as sport that it added another
dimension to the experience. The organization is under
new leadership, as well, with Beste retiring as chairperson,
and now headed by Robert Makos, wealth management
director for PNC Bank, and the polo committee’s efforts
chaired by new board member Casey Noble, associate
project manager for Liberty Property Trust, and a horse
person herself, and assisted by seven subcommittees.
Another new board member, Wenda Boyer, owner and
artist with Braided Love, chairs the retail vendor effort. A
vendor herself – she makes jewelry from braided horsehair
– she teamed with husband Geoff Boyer, president of
Boyer Financial Group, as the sponsor and presented a
variety of shopping experiences, and promises even more
vendors this year, including a few from the famous Devon
Horse Show.
The elements that made it such a
fun event last year, like the divotstomping and children’s polo clinic,
presented at halftime, will remain, and
be enhanced with Terrier races; the
committee is also looking to bring a
demonstration of polocrosse (lacrosse
played on horseback) to add to the
offerings. Sponsors are committing
again, and Equi-librium is adding new
sponsors, like Unity Bank, and Lehigh
Valley Style, who will be publishing
a 411 on the finer art of tailgating at
a polo match and will be serving as
judges that day to award first, second,
and third prizes to the best tailgate!
World-renowned watercolor polo
artist, local Rod Skidmore, is creating a
watercolor image of last year’s match
that will grace the program book and its original will be auctioned off; prints will also
be available to order.
Whether you come alone with a VIP or general admission ticket, or bring a group and
organize a tailgate, or come as a sponsor or their guest to this year’s Lehigh Valley
Polo for Equi-librium, it promises to be the kind of event you will really enjoy. Polo
is not just for kings anymore – and we are pleased it’s now part of the social scene
of the Lehigh Valley. For more information, visit www.equi-librium.org, or call CEO
Cheryl Baker, at 610-365-2266.
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DO NOT READ THIS ARTICLE!
Riverside Festival of the Arts Celebrates its 20th Year - Sept 17-18 11-5:30
BY ELLEN SHAUGHNESSY
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welling in size and attendance with every year since its
genesis in 1996, this lively arts festival features fine art
and craft. Over 60 artisans exhibit along Easton’s scenic
waterfront where the Lehigh meets the Delaware River. It’s
free for all to attend and this 20th event also features many artist
demos and workshops, live music, spoken word, performance art,
cuisine and cupcake challenges, plus a super interactive childrens’
creative zone (thanks Crayola!) that will be exploding with art
projects.
WARNING: if you hate fun and abhor art, you should by all means
not read this article - and you should definitely stay on the couch,
Sept 17-18. If you appreciate art, or even if you are intimidated
or new to art, come on out – there is something for everyone
here; art is for everyone and this riverside festival makes art
approachable.
LIVE MUSIC & PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Saturday, September 17th
Sunday, September 18th
GYPSY STAR BAND/ BILLY KEEN
Performing Arts
ACOUSTIC KITTY/ CARTER LANSING
Performing Arts
Fine Art and Fine Craft Winning Artists
Announced
SOUL FOLKS/ ALYSSA ALLE
Performing Arts
PUBLIC DISPLAY OF REJECTION/
RICK DELGADO
Performing Arts
HEIDI OTT & JOEL ZINGONE
Cupcake Wars & Cuisine Challenge
Winners Announced Performing Arts
IDB GREATFUL DEAD
TRIBUTE BAND/ JOHN NEMETH
Plein Air Art Contest Winners
Announced
SERENE GREEN / MICHAEL JOHNSON
As of July 19: Check EastonRiversideFest.org for updates!
Over 60 fine artists exhibit + juried art gallery: $2000 in prizes
To celebrate the 20th year, the Riverside Festival will host a new
juried art tent where ANY artist (not just the exhibitors) can enter a
piece to compete for the top $2000 in juried art prizes.
Plein Air Art Contest: $2000 in prizes
$30.00 to enter - then, find an inspired outdoors setting in the festival vicinity. Create your work,
and compete to win the $2000 in top prizes for the best art. En plein Air simply means outdoors.
Hate painting and creating art? Guess what – there’s more! Great art workshops and demos on tap:
James Gloria will do an Easton Floor Brush Mural and Ian Summers will be on deck, doing a “Faces
of Riverside” project.
FREE LIVE MUSIC, ALL WEEKEND
Lehigh Valley’s Blues and Harp maven Mr. James Supra is once again spearheading an amazing
lineup for the arts festival. His specially-curated musicians will be playing all weekend, so if you
hate great live music that’s free, in a gorgeous riverside setting I implore you – please just STOP
reading now …and don’t even think about attending this.
Cupcake Wars and Cuisine Challenge! Elimination rounds, in effect NOW.
RFA is celebrating year 20 with two new culinary events: Cup Cake Wars and the Cuisine Challenge.
Elimination rounds started in June. Chefs and bakers have been slogging it out in the summer
heat – each month presents a new finalist. The 3 finalists from the summer trials will appear at the
festival for the final challenge; who will win?! Only one way to find out… CONSIDER YOURSELF
WARNED: if you hate good food and good fun, definitely stay home on September 18 for these
cupcake war and cuisine challenge finales.
PS: there will be delish libations and food trucks a ‘plenty.
Larry Holmes Dr, where the Lehigh River meets the Delaware, in downtown Easton.
EastonRiversideFest.org • facebook/riversideArts • twitter @eastonRiverside
Insta @EastonRiversideFest
Contact: ‘Lady’ Colleen Heller, Chairperson • 631.455.2195 • [email protected]
The Riverside Festival of the Arts is a function of Arts Community of Easton, Inc.
(ACE), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
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Community
MUSIKFEST RETURNS
to Bethlehem for 33rd Year This Month
BY ZOE HELLER
M
usikfest, the nation’s largest free music festival, returns to
Bethlehem Aug. 5-14 for its 33rd year of free music and fun. In
addition to 500-plus free concerts, this year’s festival includes a
Summer Games Viewing Party, plenty of new art activities and
more street performers than ever.
At Musikfest, families can enjoy hundreds of free music performances on 14
stages during the event’s 10-day run. Plus, the festival’s Sands Steel Stage features
internationally-known acts all 10 days including Don Henley Aug. 10, BUSH & Chevelle
Aug. 11, Lehigh Valley native and Disney “Girl Meets World” star Sabrina Carpenter Aug.
12, Lady Antebellum Aug. 13 and The Avett Brothers Aug. 14.
Along with more than 380 musical performers coming from eight countries, the 2016
festival features a record number of street performers - 5 per day - to delight the crowds.
Among the many new “buskers” for 2016 are Kobbler Jay, who juggles knives and walks
barefoot on broken glass; and 2015 Kingston, Ont. Buskers People’s Choice Award winner
Her Majesty’s Secret Show, an action-packed spy-fi comedy circus show.
The family fun continues at Familienplatz as families can meet and get autographs from
6abc Action News Team, take advantage of great giveaways from Spark
Orthodontics and check out the PNC Bank Mobile Learning Adventure, a traveling exhibit
focused on early childhood education through fun, engaging activities for parents
and kids. The Bridgestone Experience Trailer is also in town, offering festival attendees
the opportunity to test their gaming skills, get their name on the racing simulator
leaderboard and more.
Whether you plan to take the kids to Familienplatz, enjoy the many concerts or indulge
in the wide variety of awesome food vendors, grab your sunscreen and join us for some
great summer fun at Musikfest!
Admission to all Musikfest stages is free with the exception of the Sands Steel Stage.
Tickets for all Sands Steel Stage concerts are on sale now at www.musikfest.org
and 610-332-3378. The complete list of performers coming to this year’s festival is
available at www.musikfest.org/lineup.
“Having street performers at Musikfest is so
important because they add a whole new
dimension to the festival,” says ArtsQuest
Programming Specialist Helen Smith,
who books all of Musikfest’s buskers.
“There’s a special flair that they bring to the
streets that builds off of the great musical
performances we offer. Our buskers have
become a very fun and very important
component of the ‘fest.”
From Aug. 9-14, watch the streets of
Bethlehem come to life with STX, a
choreographed drumming show on stilts.
Presented by The Netherlands’ Close Act
Theatre, the same people who brought
SAURUS to Musikfest a few years ago, this
is one act that’s sure to liven up the festival
with its mesmerizing movement. Plus,
don’t miss Close Act’s dinosaurs as SAURUS
return Aug. 10-14.
Aside from all the live entertainment,
Musikfest also features 40 different food
vendors offering everything from roasted
corn and smoked turkey legs to plenty of
deep fried goodness. In addition, there
are 45 artisans bringing their unique,
handmade crafts and treasures to the
festival’s Martin Guitar Handwerkplatz
venue.
At Spark Orthodontics Familienplatz, guests
can ’fest and enjoy a Summer Games
Viewing Party from Aug. 5-14 as this year’s
summer games are shown on a large
outdoor LED television screen. Children
of all ages can also celebrate the action
from Rio at the site’s Creativity Tent, where
they can make their own crafts relating
to the games and the culture of Brazil.
Presented by the Banana Factory, these funfilled crafts focus on the popular musical
instruments of Rio, flags of the nations and
much more.
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Musikfest, the nation’s largest free music festival, returns to Bethlehem
Aug. 5-14 for its 33rd year of free music and fun.
Lehigh Valley native and Disney
“Girl Meets World” star
Sabrina Carpenter Aug. 12
Living Vines
The Netherlands’ Close Act Theatre
Presents Dinosaurs
as SAURUS
Cooper Cow Girl
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The Sigal Museum presents its new fall exhibition
CABINET OF CURIOSITIES!
W
ithin the depths of the Northampton County Historical and
Genealogical Society are never-before-seen artifacts that
will ignite your curiosity and send shivers down your spine!
Opening September 3rd, the Sigal Museum will showcase its
eerie, weird, and most curious objects from the collection vault. Discover
the Edison bulb, exotic natural treasures, Little Master Bobby, and many
more.
What is a Cabinet of Curiosity? For hundreds of years, people have been
collecting items relating to the natural world, archaeological wonders,
religious relics, art and almost anything you can imagine. People shared
their collections with each other to learn about these wonders and
entertain each other. Collections of oddities and the bizarre turned up
in most cities and towns in the United States in the 1800s, perhaps most
famous being P.T. Barnum’s American Museum in New York City that ran
from 1841 until 1868. Eventually these collections of curiosities became our
modern museums. Step back in time with us and be the first to lay your eyes
on these treasures. Dare to explore the museum’s best-kept secrets!
Upcoming Exhibitions at Sigal Museum
Now until March 1, 2017
“Spirits of Easton” Exhibit
In partnership with Porters’ Pub, the Northampton
County Historical and Genealogical Society presents
“Spirits of Easton” -- a small but enticing exhibition on
some of the early brewers of 19th century Easton and
surrounding areas. Join in reminiscing about the Seitz,
Kuebler, and Veile brewing companies and others
through a display of exquisite vintage bottles, grain
ledgers, photographs, and more.
Aug 6, 11 am – 1 pm
Children’s Art Program
Sidewalk art program for children and their adults
offered at the Sigal Museum. Sponsored by Crayola,
led by Art Educator Holly Houser. Learn to celebrate a
birthday with Thaumatropes: the children make takehome flameless candles. FREE.
September 10, 1 pm
“Teachings from the Turtle Clan:
A Lenape Family Program”
Learn the stories, legends, and history of the
indigenous people who once inhabited – and still
inhabit -- this area. Families are especially invited to
enjoy the drumming, singing, dancing, and
story-telling by Chuck Gentlemoon DeMund,
Ceremonial Chief of the Lenape Nation of PA and
spiritual leader of the Eastern Medicine Society.
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OPENS SPETEMBER 3, 2016
Only at the Sigal Museum
of Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society
342 Northampton Street in Downtown Easton
610-253-1222 l sigalmuseum.org
September 17, 1 pm
“General John Sullivan & the Battle of the
Brandywine”
Michael Harris, Norristown historian and teacher,
grew up learning about battles Americans fought in.
His interest in Brandywine – the largest battle of the
American Revolution and one that encompassed more
troops over more land than any combat on American
Soil until the Civil War – grew into a book-length study
that reveals why the battle gained the reputation as
the Battle that Lost Philadelphia but Saved America on
September 11, 1777. Harris will offer a book-signing
following his talk.
October 15, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
The Lehigh Valley Wine Auction
Co-sponsored by the Northampton County Historical
& Genealogical Society and the Children’s Home of
Easton, at the State Theatre, 453 Northampton St.,
Easton, PA. The premier wine auction of the Lehigh
Valley offers an extensive selection of outstanding
vintages, offered in live and silent auctions, and
draws aficionados from around the nation. Tickets
for the food and wine pairings are available at www.
lehighvalleywinegala.com, at the Sigal Museum, or at
610-258-2831, ext 153.
October 22, 2 pm
“Haunted Crime Scenes:
Forensic Investigation and Ghost Stories”
By Dr. Katherine Ramsland, Professor of Forensic
Psychology and Director of the Master’s Program
in Criminal Justice at DeSales University. She has
published 56 nonfiction books (among them Murder
in the Lehigh Valley and Bethlehem Ghosts), 16 short
stories, 3 novels, and more than 1,000 articles on serial
killers, criminal investigation, and criminal psychology.
Sigal Museum, 342 Northampton St., Easton, PA.
What happens when you blend forensic investigation
with ghost stories? Author and explorer Katherine
Ramsland adds a unique twist to our local tales.
October 29, 5-9pm
“Haunted History Night”
At Northampton County Historical and Genealogical
Society properties at 4th and Ferry, 2nd and
Northampton, and 342 Northampton Street. Call for
more information: 610.253.1222.
October 29, 11 am – 1 pm, Children’s Art Program
Magic Lantern Project. Free and easily attended
sidewalk art program for children and their adults
offered at the Sigal Museum. Sponsored by Crayola,
they will be led by Art Educator Holly Houser, who
knows how to lead children to a final project in just a
few happy minutes. Children make Magic Lanterns just
in time for Halloween.
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Fine Dining
Beat the Heat with these
Summertime Drinks
BY ADAM KLINE, FOOD AND WINE CONSULTANT
It is very hot outside. Very hot. Let us attempt to counter-punch nature
with a few or my favorites which will cool your core. These are my top five
summertime beverages of the adult nature which are best served in the heat.
Rose Wine
The key to remember about Rose is that it is dry, NOT sweet. This is what you
want. It is a wine that is fresh and acidic, without the extra sugar which will hide
it’s mineral and fruity flavors and aromas. It is the super-sweet white zinfandel
and its mass production that has given pink wine a bad name.
There are so many spectacular different varieties of Rose’s on the market these
days. Something about the fruitiness of a Rose make you think of summers past. My personal favorite
with grilling out would be a Rose made from a Malbec grape. The complexity in it’s simpleness just seems
to go perfect while on the patio. Since there are so many different kinds of Rose’s being made all over the
world, the dry vs. sweet question is answered more by its country or origin. Remember that Dry = Not
sweet.
Old World Rose (Europe) = Usually More Dry
New World Rose (everywhere else) = May be Less Dry
DIRTY BANANA (JAMAICA)
HURRICANE (NEW ORLEANS)
When my wife and I decided to get
married in
Jamaica three
years ago, I
thought I would
only be drinking
Red Stripe and some girly drinks for two
weeks. It did not take long for everyone
in our wedding party to be sucking
down Dirty Bananas like it was their sole
purpose for the vacation. The flavors
of fresh banana mingled with dark rum
and coffee flavored rum became more
memorable than our actual wedding.
Not for me, I love you honey, but for the
rest of our guest.
We recently went to
lovely New Orleans
for my wife and her
twin sisters birthday
celebration. I was
expecting to drink rum,
but not in the way it ended up. While
we all partook in the many frozen rum
drinks that are seemingly on every
corner. It took us until we went to Pat
O’Brien’s to discover the true Hurricane
of New Orleans. This drink is nice and
refreshing until you have a second. Then
it hits you. Make yours at home a little
weaker then they do at O’Brien’s and you
will be fine.
Ingredients (makes 2 servings)
Ingredients
•
2 oz. Tia Maria
•
•
2 oz. Appelton Dark Rum
1/2 oz. Captain Morgan Original
Spiced Rum
•
2 oz. Rum Cream Liqueur
•
3/4 oz. Dark Rum
•
4 oz. Milk
•
3 oz. passion fruit
•
1 oz. Simple Syrup
•
3 oz. mango juice
1 Banana
•
2 oz. sweet and sour mix
Ice
•
1 wheel of lime
•
•
Directions
Directions
Fill blender 3/4 with ice and all
ingredients. Blend until thick and
smooth. Pour into glass and sprinkle top
with cinnamon.
Add all ingredients (excluding lime) into
shaker. Shake well. Shake again. Pour
into your specialty glass filled with ice.
Garnish with lime wheel and enjoy.
CAIPIRINHA (BRAZIL)
PRONOUNCED
KIE-PURR-REEN-YAH
While I have not
been to Brazil, I
work at Leblon
Churrascaria
in Greensboro,
NC. Trust me
when I say you must try this drink if
you go to any Brazilian Steakhouse.
The Chipirinha is the national drink of
Brazil. The alcohol within this drink is
called Cachaca, a sweet Brazilian style
of rum which is made from sugarcane
juice. This drink is excellent to make
on at a summer party to change things
up. A simple recipe that brings a good
discussion topic while being refreshing
at the same time.
BOURBON WITH A SPLASH OF
GINGER ALE
Anyone who knows me, knows that this
is my favorite drink for any season. It
just works so well with everything.
Ingredients
•
4 oz. Any Bourbon
•
1/2 oz. ginger ale
Directions
Fill rocks glass with
ice, Pour in Bourbon
of choice, top with
ginger ale, Stir once
and enjoy.
Ingredients
•
2 oz Leblon Cachaca
•
1 lime, quartered
•
2 teaspoons fine sugar
Directions
Place the lime wedges and sugar into a
rocks glass and muddle well. Fill glass
with ice. Pour in Cachaca. Shake and stir
well. Enjoy.
Note: As we did in Jamaica - top with
another shot of Rum (the floater) stir and
enjoy.
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